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The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-02-05
JUDGE BEARDSLEY
 DENIES MOTION
Case of Mary Louise Men, zelle Against the Yel=
 low Cab Co.
STILL IN COURT

Judge Harry J. Beardsley denied defendants motion for non-suit this morning In the s2,500 civil action of Mrs Mary Louise Menzelle against the Waterbury Yellow Cab Co. be- ing tried in the common pleas court. The motion came after the complet- ion of the plaintiffs side of the case. Attorney John F. McDonough in behalf of the Cab Company and Attorney Lawrence L. Lewis for Her bert Moore, co-defendant, argued for the non-suit motion. Attorney James M and J. Gregory Lynch argued against the granting of the motion in behalf of the plaintiff.
 The plaintiff seeks to recover for injuries suffered on Dec "A, 1929 when sEe was a passenger in a cab which co!lided with 9 machine owa- ed by Moore on Cherry street. She charges sLe was rendered deaf as result of the collision.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-02-05
OLIVER GARRETT JURY FAILED TO
 REACH VERDICT
So Former Boston Police Dry Czar Must Be Tried Again-Jury Stood 2 to } for Guilty as Charged

Boston, Feb 5.-(UP)-The Gar rett extortion case must be tried again. t,
 Twelve men who had deliberated 26 hours reported in Suffolk superior court late yesterday they were un- able to agree on the guilt or inno- cence of Oliver B. Garrett, former leader of the police liquor squad.
 Neither could the jury reach a verdict in the cases of the co-de- ants. Mrs Oliver 5. Garrett and Miss Lillian V. Hatch. former check room attendant at the .Padlocked Ritz hotel.
 The defendants were charged with extortion and conspiracy to extort. large sums of money from the elder- ly and invalid ex-proprietor of the Ritz, John F. Sullivan, government key witness. It was alleged that Garrett, on a modest policeman's salary of $2,100 a year, had amassed at least $122,000 in bank deposits.
 For "A. hours the jury stood 8 to for conviction. The final ballot was to 3 for verdict of guilty.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-02-05
Heals Pimp|es
 in ' Days or Less

Here is a wonderful antiseptic oil ing cost, that will do more towards helping you get rid of unsightly spots and skin troubles than anything you've ever used.
 Not only does this great healing anticeptic oil promote rapid and healthy healing in open sores and wounds. but boils, abscesses and ui- cers that are discharging are almost immediately relieved and cleanly healed
 You can obtain Moone's Emerald Oil in the original bottle at any mod ern drug store. It is safe to S:e, and failure in any of the ailments noted above is next to impossible Apothe- time-an S5 cent bottle lasts ? weeks.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-02-05
LATE REALTY NEWS

The following real estate transac- tions were filed to-day at the office of the town clerk:
 Mortgage Deeds: Salvatore DeCristofaro to John Sloksnaitis, property on South Main street, $2,500.
 Leroy M. Gibbs to Waterbury Building & Loan association, Inc, property on Farmintgon avenue $1,- 900.
 Warranty Deeds: Mill Plain Land Co to Jennie S. Pennington. property on Atwood avenue.
 Mortgage Releases: Waterbury Trust Co to Economy Grocery Co.
 West Side Savings Bank to Hotch- kiss Paper Go.
 Quit Claim Deeds: Colonial Trust Co to Louis Freed man.
 Mancini, Ruggiero & Palomba, Inc to John Petraroia..
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-02-05

ments of counsel which occupied the morning session.
 The youth is suing to recover for loss of his right eye alleged to have been caused through the explosion of powerful bomb-like hand gren- ade. He had testified he was shoot ing off the bombs with his eight-year old brother last July 1st when the bomb exploded before it could be thrown over the veranda railing.
 In his argument to the jury, At torney Walter w. Smyth stated the boy might just as well have been given shrapnel to play with as the type of explosive he purchased for amusement. Counsel for the de- fendant, Attorneys U. G. Church and Albert w. Hummel argued that the boys average intelligence should have prevented his being injured.
 The bomb was described by chem ists yesterday afternoon as contain ing an outside composition of sodium silicate which is water glass and sawdust, about one and half inches in diameter. Inside, the bomb was described as containing a box of powder, a small percentage being aluminium powder and the big per- centage of black gun powder to which the fuse is attached.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-02-05
|BRUENINC TALKS TO REICHSTAC ON
 PREPARATIONS
Says That They Are the Cause of Present Depres-
 sion-Asks Germany to Pay But Not to Be Forced

Berlin, Feb. 5.-(UP).-Chance Tor Heinrich Bruening told the Reichstag to-day that the World war separations dilemma is one of the basic causes for the world economic depression.
 Preparations are not only impor- tant in Germany, but are continual ly disturbing world economy" said the chancellor in asking the Reich- stag to pass the budget without forcing the cabinet to renewed dic- tatorial powers. We must strive to fulfill the reparations obligations pending revision. We must strive through our own strength and the harmony of our industry"
 "We must reform our financial policy for the purpose of preparing a new solution to the reparations problem" Bruening said. However, we are unwilling to permit dema- gogues to determine the speed with which the solution shall be sought We shall not precipitate a situation which will bring no relief but only bring new calamities for Germany"
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-02-05

Troop 2s, of Boy Scouts. the only Italian Scout Troop in Waterbury and connected with Our Lady of Lourdes church, will celebrate the z1st Anniversary Week of the Boy Scout Movement at their regular meeting tonight by inviting parents and friends to a banquet and demon- stration of scouting activities.
 The hall of the parish will be used for this gala affair. Everything will be attractively arranged with decorations of the national colors, troop flags, charts, scouting equip ment and handicraft articles.
 Festivities will start at .7:45. Rev Joseph Valdambrini will offer the Invocation and troop committee Chairman, Joseph DtPietrO will act as toastmaster, and direct the pro- gram of the banquet.
 Starting it with the pledge of al- 1egiance to the flag, which will be followed by the introduction of guests which will be Louis A. Walsh, president of the local scout council, Deputy Commissioner Harry Hyde, Scout Executive Arthur D. Marston, Assistant Scout Executive Elliott R. Dudley.
 Troop officials to be present are Angelo Passemato, scoutmaster; Vincent Tolletti, assistant scoutmas- ter; Joseph DePietro, troop commit tee chairman; Rev Rocco Guerriero. and Carmine B. Nastri, members of the committee.
 Over 100 parents and friends have accepted invitations to be present.
 The following menu will be served by Jimmy" Ca former chef and now sexton) assisted by group of girls belonging to the society of
 The Children of Nary.
 The program of the evening fol- lowing the banquet will be in charge of Irony" Santoro, Jr. assistant scoutmaster of the troop. Fire by Friction by Scout Joseph Palmerini. First Aid by Scout Carmelo D6Maria.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-02-05

1, 1925 and 1,120,393 on Jannary l., 1920.
 Crops were harvested in Connec- ticut from 372,147 acres in 1929, as compared with 497,435 acres in 1924. The total for 1929 includes 249,73S acres of hay cut with a pro- duction or 326,189 tons; 19,115 acres of tobacco harvested with a produc- ton of 26,225,S27 pounds; 11,S76 acres of corn harvested with a pro- duction of 576,428 bushels; and g. 670 acres of potatoes harvested har- vested with a production of 1.132.- 621 bushels In 1929, the vegetables grown in the open for sale, with 8 value of s2.254,627, were harvested from 12,263 acres. The three most important vegetables were sweet corn, valued at $474,G39, harvested from 4,576 acres; tomatoes, valued at $326,794, harvested from 1,343 acres; and cabbages, valued at $171,- 571( harvested from 993 acres.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-02-05
WILL EVACUATE TOWN DESTROYED
 BY EARTHQUAKE
Sanitary System Disrupted and People Are Ordered Out-Dead New Zealand Total l69

Auckland, N. Z., February - (UP) = Urgent evacuation of Ma. pier, levelled by an earthquake and swept by fire, was under way today as surveyors fled from dangers of epidemic and recurrent earth shocks. The town was odered evac- ated with AS hours yesterday due to the complete disruption of the sani- tary system. Five thousand sur vivors had left Napier at dusk to- night. Many were forced to leave on foot, as many as possible were taken abroad British warships and other vessels in the harbor.
 The latest authenticated death roll was 90 at Napier and 79 at Hastings, a total of 169. of which 131 had been identified. There were no Americans among the victims. according to first reports. The death roll was expected to reach several hundred.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-02-05
WATERVILLE

The Sunday school teachers of Grace Methodist church are intense ly interested in the visi. to the church of Miss Mildred Welker, which takes place this evening. Miss Welker was recently appoitned edu- cational director for the New Haven district and is charged with putting every Sunday school in her jurisdic- tion in touch with improved teach ing material and technique. She will stage a demonstration. using a class of juniors as her subjects at 6 p. m. The demonstration wil lbe fol- lowed by supper to which all Sum- day school officers and teachers have been invited. Miss Welker fol- lowing the supper will conduct a round table session at which many local teaching problems wli be dis cussed.
 Daughter Born.
 A daughter. Nancy, was recently born at the Waterbury hospital to MT and Mrs Bartholomew O'Con- ner of Thomaston avenue.
 Quoit Team Wins.
 The Grace Methodist Quoit team defeated the South Federated church team TO, in a regular Inter-Church league game played last night.
 Girls Club.
 The regular weekly meeting of the Girls club of Waterville will take place at o'clock this evening at the home of Mrs Homer c. Senior, POI Boyden street. The entertainment committee has arranged a reading to be followed by social hour.
 No Meeting.
 Lack of sufficient business to be transacted has made 1t possible for the members of the vestry of St Pauls church to cancel the monthly meeting originally scheduled for this evening.
 FOresters Meet Tonight.
 Court Welch, Foresters of Amer ica. will hold regular meeting at Goodwill hall at o'clock this even- ing. All members are requested to make special effort to attend this meeting as matters of special interest are to be discussed.
 First Friday.
 The usual devotions in honor of the Sacfed Heart will be observed at St Michael's church to-morrow-the first Friday of the month: Mass will be celebrated at 5:30 a. m. and holy communion distributed at 2 a. m. and 7:30 D. m. Holy hour will be at 7:30 p. m. Confession will be heard from 3:3O to 5:30 o'clock this afternoon and from 7:30 to g o'clock the evening.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-02-05
HALIAN SCOUTS TO STAGE BANQUET
Wheeler Still on
 Danger List
Victim of Yesterdays Auto Accident Has Regained
 Consciousness

Although he has regained con- sciousness. George s. Wheeler. of 147 Myrtle street. Shelton, is still on the danger list at St Mary's hospital where he was taken yesterday morn ing after being involved in an acci- dent on South Main street. The young man has very severe head injury.
 With a companion, Harry c. Halli- well of Derby, he was riding to this city when his car, owned by the Department of Agriculture, skidded and struck tree. He was uncon- scious from yesterday morning un- til to-day.
 With a painful injury to his stomach, caused when he fell on one of the steel runners of his sled, Nicholas Perugini. 12, of 265 South Main street, is in St Mary's hospital. He was resting comfortably to-day, however.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-02-05
Connecticut Farms
 Slowly Dwindling
U S. Bulletin of Census Survey Shows That State Has
 Lost 6,O45 Farms in Five Years

Washington, Feb 5-According to a bulletin recently issued by the bureau of the census, showing both
 state and county statistics, there
 was a decrease in the number of farms in Connecticut from 22,655 in 1920 and 23,24O in 1925 to 17,1a5
 in 1880. The total number of farms l ir Connecticut includes 4,492 having from 50 to 99 acres each; 3,893 of from 20 to 49 acres; and 3,296 of from 100 to 174 acres. There were | 169 farms having 500 acres or over. Of the 17,195 farms in the state
 in 1880, as reported in the census, 15,586 were operated by owners, 541 The land in farms decreased from 1,898,980 acres in 1920 and 1,S32,- 110 acres in 1925 to 1,502,279 acres in 1880. The value of farm land and buildings increased from $780, 270,S27 in 1920 and $201,93O,77O in 1925 to $227,412,905 in 1880. The value of farm implements and ma chinery in 1880 was $12,370,693 as compared with $11,616,377 in 1925 and $13,24S,o97 in 1920.
 The total number of horses and colts on farms on April 1, 1890 was 20,735. The total, exclusive of colts that were born after January l, 1880, was 20,650. Horses and colts on farms numbered 34,063 on Jan- uary ], 1925 and 3S,125 on January 1, 1920.
 The total number of cattle on farms on April 1, 1880 was 166,654. The total, exclusive of calves that were born after January 1, 1930, was 147,444. Cattle on farms num- To and 173,764 on January 1, 1920.
 The total number of swine on farms April l, 1880 was 27,516. The total, exclusive of pigs that were born after January 1, 1880, was 16,- 827. Swine on farms numbered IT, 017 on January 1, 1925 and G1,071 on January l, 1920.
 The total number of chickens over 3 months old on farms April l, 1930 was 1,536,725. Chickens of ail ages numbered 1,69S,900 on January
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-02-05
Additional Society

Installation of officers of Miriam temple. Pythfan Sisters. will be held tonight at 8:30 o'clock in Pythian hall. Mrs Clara Mayberry of Sey- mour will install. Refreshments will be served. The officers to be in- stalled include: Most excellent chief, Lillian S. Frank; excellent senior, Rose Reiger; excellent junior, Mrs George Kaplan; manager, Mrs Cas- per Bloch; mistress of finance, Mrs Sol Kusnitz; mistress of records and correspondence, Mary R. Frank; protector. Mrs M. Wallach; guard, Mrs M. Persky; trustee, Mrs Nathan Schalman.
 The members of St Elizabeth's guild of Trinity Episcopal church are to hold a card party tonight in the parish house. Following the card playing, refreshments will be served. The arrangement committee in- cludes: Mrs William Gillette, Mrs William Roden, Mrs J. c. Snow, Mrs William Miles, Mrs Thomas Mahon and Mrs William Moquette.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-02-05
OBITUARY

SWEIGER-Dennis Sweiger, age 38 years, of 51 Crown street died today at .she Norwich hospital after a lingering illness. He was born in Austria, but came to this country 20 years ago. For the past 17 years he has been a resident of this city.
 MT Sweiger is survived by his par ents and one brother, John of Aus tria and one sister, Mrs Florence Roxum of Prospect.
 The body was removed to the Lawlor Funeral home from where the funeral will be held Saturday morning at g o'clock to the Russian Greek Catholic church on Crown street. Burial will be in the Rus sian Greek Catholic cemetery.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-02-05
Attorney-General Was Accused By ,-,
 Senator SchOll

Washington, Feb 5-CUP)-Sen- ator Schall, republican, Minn, whose choice for federal judge in that state has been rejected by Attorney Gen. eral Mitchell, issued another state- ment to-day alleging improper con- duct on the part of Mitchell in con- nection with the estate of the late James J. Hill.
 Schalls statement said Mitchell, as attorney for Mrs Hill, showed her "how to evade the inheritance tax and defraud the government of over $1,O0O, ,O00."
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-02-05
TROOP 20 BOY SCOUTS
 TO MEET SUNDAY NIGHT

Troop 29 of the local council of Boy Scouts will hold their annual pow-wow at the Waterbury Hebrew Institute Sunday night at 8:3O o. clock. The ceremonies will be opened with the repeating of the oaths and scout laws which will be held simul- taneously with the national broad cast which goes on the air at the same time. The Sts. Peter and Paul ard St Francis Xaxier troops have been extended invitations to attend.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-02-05
Steel Went Down to l37% But Rallied Up to l38% All Stocks Lost From 1 to 4 Points = Bears Had Caused It All
By ELMER c. WALZER United Press Financial Editor

New York, Feb 5-(UP)-Rally ing tendencies came into the stock market as the final hour approached today following g. precipitate decline in the earlier trading. ,.
 United States Steel bore the brunt of the early selling, equaling it's low for the year at 137 7-8. Near 2 p. m. 1t was back to 138 5-8 off 2 3-S net.
 The whole list had been carried down to points following the break of Steel, with special issues making the widest declines.
 One explanation for the sudden turn in the market was a concentrat- ed bear attack on Steel launched by an individual trader who threw 10.- 900 shares on the market.
 Around 2 p. m. Westinghouse Electric. was at 85 off ? having touch 84 5-8 earlier. U. s. Indus- trial Alcohol rallied fractionally from 55 off IA and 6 new low. Case touched 90 5-8 and came back to 91 1-2 still off 1-8. Bethlehem Steel rose from its low of 50 5-8 on announcement the company is talk ing over McClintic-M Marshall Cor p0ration of Pittsburg. ,.
 Auburn Auto broke through 140 to 139 1-2 and rallied to Al 3-4 still off 1 1-2. Eastman Kodak dropped 6 points to 157 and then came back 1 1-2 points. Allied Chemical, also experienced a wide decline mad made a moderate recovery. Leading indus trials like American Can followed the lead of steel. 5.'f,
 Utilities generally were point or so lower. Rails with the exception of Pennsylvania declined to 2 points. Copper shares ruled quiet with prices slightly lower. Oils also were easier and dull.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-02-05
His Honeymoon of
 Five Weeks Ends
 With His Suicide

Chicago, Feb 6-(UP)-A honey moon only five, weeks old ended tragically last night when Edward J. Powell, 3S. wealthy Chicagoan, arose from bridge game in his gold coast apartment, stepped into a bathroom, drank poison and died.
 Powell returned Monday from Palm Beach, Fla, without his bride, the former Mrs Morton H. Fox of Baltimore and Philadelphia, to whom he was married Jan 1. It was understood they had separated.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-02-05
TRUE MUSS0LINI
 WAS DESCRIBED
Italian Newspaper Tells of One Incident in Collision of Two Autos

Philadelphia, Feb 5.-CUP)-The "true Mussolini does not need to flee riding on the highways" L'Opinione, an Italian newspaper published here, said in an editorial. L'Opinione cited reports of collision between a truck and an automobile in the vii cinity of Strettura. Italy. Mussolini happened along, according to the re- port cited by the newspaper, stopped his car, inquired about the accident and refused to resume his journey until he was assured no one was seri- ously injured,
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-02-05
Whole List Carried
 Downwards In Stock
 Market Work To-Day
There Were Rallymg Spurts After a Dis astrous Morning - U. s. Steel Bore Brunt of the Decline

ed 1s9M where it was off nearly 2 points. It met support at that level.
 General Motors dfppd on profit-tak- ing. Tn company's earnings for 1880 were in line with expectations.
 All groups were affected by the selling which swept over the list but the decline was showing signs of slowing up afer the first 15 minutes of trading
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-02-05
TWO LOCAL MEN
 ELECTED TO OFFICE

Dr Thomas Bland of this city was elected treasurer of the Connecticut Veterinary Medical association at the annual meeting of the organization yesterday at the Hotel Garde in Hartford. Dr c. Van Vlandren of Naugatuck was chosen first vice. president. Dr A. T. Gilyard of this city was elected member of the board of directors with Dr G. T. Crowley of New Britain, Dr F. I. Maxon of Hartford, Dr J. H. Prophet of sufield and Dr c. H. Baker of Meriden,
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-02-05
Two Young Men
 Under Arrest
Police Active in All Parts
 of the City To-day

Police made two more arrests in connection with the "clean-up~ now going on with the detective depart ment taking the incentive. Peter Zastauri, "A. of Emerald street, charged with breach of the peace and Dominic Ricciardi of $40 Ham, ilton avenue, arrested on the count of theft of chickens, were booked this afternoon.
 They are suspected of being part of the gang which is being rounded up and which is alleged to have,tak en part in numerous breaks"
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-02-05
Soviet Prisoner
 Having Fine Time
 Serving Sentence

Moscow. Feb 5-(UP)-The pris- on life of Prof Leonid Ramzin, de- nounced at the recent "internation- al interventionist" trial as leader of sabotage and war plots against the Soviet. has not been tedious. It was learned to-day that Ramzin, whose death sentence was commuted by the government, has been brought time to time to lecture on thermo- dynamics to groups of Soviet scien- lists.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-02-05
CONCORDIA REHEARSAL
 TOMORROW NIGHT

President Joseph Hench of the Concordia Singing society wishes to call the attention of all members of that organization to a rehearsal and special meeting to be held to. morrow night in the Concordia hall, where action will be taken upon the death of their late brother. W. H. Bossel.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-02-05
Marks Fist Natal ! Day Of American
 Scout Movement
Spread Tonight Promises to Be Gala Affair-Rev Joseph valdambrini to Deliver Invocation
 Pietr0 TOastmaster- Troop Officials to Attend

and Knot Tying by eight scouts. Prizes will be awarded to the best senders and receivers in semaphore signalling. The contest will take place tonight and the judges will be chosen from the guests present.
 In closing the evenings program, Senior Patrol Leader Julius Kriger will present the Scout Oath, by re- beating it, and telling of its meaning to scouts. Twelve other scouts will each give one of the scout laws and tell it's meaning. Taps will be sound- ed by the troop bugler.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-02-05
$25,000 Damage
 Suit Goes To Jury Deliberate One Hour and Forty Minutes Before Being Ex
 Cused for Luncheon

After deliberating an hour and a half the superior court jury sitting in the $25,000 fireworks explosion case of 12-year-old Arthur Burpee against William Mcfarland, was ex- cused for luncheon at 1:4O o'clock this afternoon by Judge Frederick M. Peasley. In excusing the jury Judge Peasley instructed the men to return in an hour and continue the deliberation.
 The jury was given the case at 12:10 following Judge Peasley's charge. His charge followed argu-
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-02-05
FIRED ON GUNBOAT

Washington, Feb -(UP)-The navy department was advised to-day the Arf rican gunboat Oahu, Yang tze river patrol boat. had been fired on by communists 100 miles above Hankow, China.
 The Oahu silenced the fire. No casulties were reported.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-02-05
LECTURE ON
 MODERN POETRY.

The final lecture and reading of modern poetry by William B. El- well, Crosby High school vice-prin- cipal, was delivered at the Wiloy auditorium last night before 100 or more lovers of poetry. The series of three lectures and readings were conducted under the auspices of the Waterbury Teachers association.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-02-05
SENATE BACKS WALSH

Washington, Feb 5-(UP)-The senate to-day approved without q record vote the resolution of Senator Walsh. democrat, Mont. instructing federal authorities here to bring an custer action against Chairman George Otis Smith of the federal power commission.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-02-05
MARRIAGE INTENTIONS

The following marriage intention was filed at the office of the town clerk to-day:
 Thomas w. Ashford of Naugatuck and Marie Kiessling of the Frost road.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-02-05
HOOVER LOST SECRETARY

Washington, Feb 5-(UP)-The famous secretariat of President Hoover was minus a member to-day as George Akerson, the first secre- tary, departed for New York to as- sume an executive position with the Paramount-Publix corporation.