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The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-02-02

were constructed which will make possible terraces On which can be placed several tennis courts, and possibly a bowling green.
 Chase Park, in the vicinity of the Harrub memoI.al, presents a new appearance. The bank near the south side of the memorial has been cut down, the ma, arial being carted away and placed where it will do much good.
 Not much development work WAS done at Hamilton Park, .>ut the men have been of much value at keeping the ice free from snow an1 in good condition for the skaters
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-02-02
THE WATERBURY
 DENTAL SOCIETY
Dr. John J. Mullen Principal Speaker at The Elton
 Tomorrow Night
ON USE OF AVERTIN

Dr. John J. Mullen, well known
 physician and surgeon of this city,
 will be the principal speaker at the
 meeting of the Waterbury Dental so- ciety to be held tomorrow evening at the Hotel Elton. Dr. Mullen will
 read a paper on "Avertin," the new anaesthetic, on which he is consid- cred an authority. Dr. Mullen was the first doctor in the city to use Avertin in operation cases and is highly optimistic concerning its merits.
 An open discussion will follow Dr.
 Mullen's address during which the
 dentists will consider the feasibility
 of adopting Avertin in cases neces- sitating a. general anaesthesia. The executive committee of the Waterbury Dental society is ir charge of the meeting. Those oh the committee are Dr. Edwin V. Erbe
 pr. Frederick c. Ovens and pr. B A. O'Hara.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-02-02
Personal Tax
 Bills Sent Out
Last Batch of 46,OOO Put
 in the Mail To-day

The last batch of the 46,000 per sonal tax bills were put in the mail this afternoon and those who re- ceived their bills in the first number sent out are already making pay ments it was learned from the office of the personal tax collector this morning.
 The bills were not sent out in alphabetical order, but were sent out at random. All are urged to pay their bills as quickly as they can to avoid the very confusing rush during the last few days that the bills arc due.
 Payment Is due at once. After the expiration of the allotted thirty days. q one dollar fine is added to the original two dollar bill.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-02-02
Second Church
 Sunday Noon Club
Heard Address Yesterday By the Rev N. K. Lowell

The need for a life adjustment center in Waterbury was discussed yesterday at the regular weekly meeting of the Sunday Noon Club of the Second Congregational church by Rev M. R. Lowell. He said that he hopes something will be done about establishing such center here. He established a center in Washington, D. C.. and it proved quite useful, he said.
 At the First church yesterday Rev Dr James E. Gregg gave a brief sermon on "Mendelssohn's Spiritual Message" A program of Mendels- sohn music was also presented.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-02-02
Herbert J. Smith At
 The Y. M. C. A. Forum

A description of the opinions ex- pressed by the commissioners who made up the Wickersham report was given by Herbert J. Smith, a grad uate of Colby and Springfield col leges, now studying at Yale for his Phi D. degree, at the Sunday forum in the Central "Y" yesterday. The speaker summarized the contents of the report and explained the individ- ual sentiments of the members of the commissioners,
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-02-02
North End Family
 Flees Burning Home
Covello Residence Destroyed at Early Hour-Loss Is
 Estimated at $5,OOO

in the alarm from box 252 at the corner of Walnut and Division streets. The fire was discovered shortly after ? o'clock this morn ing.
 !. Slight damage resulted yesterday afternoon in a fire at 537 East Main street. A defective oil burner was the cause of the blaze. The alarm was registered at z o'clock. The store is owned by James Calvin.
 The Dutee w. Flint showroom at 4S1 West Main street was the scene of a fire last evening at 8:30 o'clock. The blaze was confined to the cellar of the building. The Colonial Trust cOmDanv is the owner
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-02-02

KNICKERBOCKER - Oscar D. knickerbocker, age 68 years, died last evening at St Mary's hospital after brief illness. He was born in Goshen, Conn, but had made his home here for the past 35 years. He was employed at the Waterbury Clock Company
 Mir Knickerbocker is survived by one son, Charles E. Knickerbocker, and two daughters, Mrs James Hol- leran and Miss Flossie Knicker- booker.
 The funeral will be held from the Clark Funeral home, 20 State street, on Wednesday afternoon at 2 o'clock. Rev Arthur Mckenney off, ficiating. Burial will be in Pine Grove cemetery.
 VANTWOUD-Mrs Victoria A.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-02-02
GEORGE M. BEACH
 HEAD OF CIVIC CLUB

George NJ. Beach, retired superin- tendent of the local police depart ment, was elected president of the Watertown Civic union at meet ing of the organization yesterday afternoon Other officers chosen were: Vice-president, H. H. Hemin- way; treasurer, E. H. Betts; secre- tary, Irving F. Campbell; executive committee, H. H. Heminway, Dr. M. M. Merriman, Attorney John H. Cas- sidy and Charles Hungerford.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-02-02

An early morning fire to-day de- stroyed the home of Michael Covello at the intersection of Long Hill road and Walnut street. Nine members of the family escaped the flames on being aroused by Mrs Covello, who discovered the fire. The blaze started in the kitchen and spread with such rapidity that members of the fire department were unable to cope with it. The damage is placed at $5,O00.
 Mrs Covello on detecting the odor of smoke aroused her oldest son, Frank, who awakened other mem- bers of the family and later turned
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-02-02
S3,535 LOCALLY
 FOR RED CROSS

Red Cross officials announced to-day that $3,535.5O of Water- bury's $2O,OOO quota for the drought sufferers in the west has been subscribed. The money will be sent to the national hcadquar- ters which is endeavoring to raise ten million dollars to be used tn aiding the drought strick. cn area. All contributions may be sent to the Red Cross office on Field street.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-02-02

has not yet reached noon, and there is still time for the sun to make an heroic attempt to shine.
 In the church calendar February second il known as Candlemas day or the Purification of the Blessed Virgin. It is an observed feast but not nOly day of obligation in the Catholic church. Candles are bless ed and distributed to the congrega- : tion. Tomorrow is known as tha Feast of St Blase, on which day it is the custom to bless thrOats
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-02-02
NEW ENGLAND EMPLOYMENT SHOWS GAIN
Ground Hog Took q Peep M'dear; Sa,u No
 Shadolu, Spring Is Near

The skies are being scanned to- day to cieck up on the grounding tradition. Cloudy weather prevailed during the morning hours so it looks as if this weather prophet, on emerg- ing from his hole, might not see his shadow. This being the case he will not duck back, and according to the tradition, winter is practically over believe it or not.
 Shadow or no shadow it looks as if there would be plenty of winter to come. At this writing the day
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-02-02
Obituary

Vantwoud, age Fl years. widow of Victor c. Vantwoud of the Wood bury road, Watertown. died Satur- day at the Waterbury hospital fol- lowing a long illness. Funeral ser vices were held at her home last evening at o'clock and burial will be at the convenience of the family.
 BARRETT-Edwar Barrett, age 65 years of 12 Kenyon street, died Saturday afternoon at St Mary's hos pital following Q months illness. He is survived by his wife, Mrs Nora Barrett: three sons, Anthony J. of Philadelphia, John J. of New York city and Edmund of this city; two sisters. Mrs Bridget Moran and Mrs Ann Tunigh of Ireland; also several nieces and nephews.
 MT Barrett was born in Ireland, but made his home in Waterbury ploye of the local divisions of the New Haven Railroad company. The funeral will be held tomorrow morning at S:30 o'clock from the Bergin funeral home, 290 East Main street to the Sacred Heart church at o'clock. Burial will be in Cal very cemetery,
 TUFTS--Mrs Lillian (Haskins) Tufts. age 2S years, wife of William Tufts, died last night at the home of her mother, Mrs Margaret Has kins of 433 West Main street follow ing a short illness with pneumonia. She had lived in Waterbury for the past 12 years coming from Amenia, N Y., where she was born.
 . Mrs Tufts leaves besides her hus- band and mother, two sons, John and Willard Tufts. three brothers, Raymond and Henry Haskins of Wa terbury and Francis Haskins of Cuba: six sisters. Mrs T. J. Flannery of this city. Mrs Roy Bird and Mrs Raymond Pearson of Millerton, N. Y., Mrs Peter McGin and Miss Bes- sic Haskins of White Plains, N. Y, and Mrs Edward Keough of Pough- keepsie, N. Y.
 NEILL-Minerd s. Neill, age 72 years, died this noon at his home, 281 Cherry street following a three weeks illness. The body was re- moved to the funeral home of Arthur J. Lunny, 25 Central avenue. Flu neral arrangements will be an- nounced later.
 MT Neill had lived in Waterbury for the past 50 years and for 46 years was employed at the Water bury Clock company, retiring a year ago. He was born in Beacon, N. Y. He leaves his wife, Mrs Jennie E. Neill, two daughters, Mrs J.. Eskola of West Haven and Mrs F. J. Saun- ders of Hartford; one son, Raymond W. Neill, a member of the fire de- partment; also four grandchildren; two brothers. John and Homer Neill of Wilmington, Conn; three step- brothers. Arthur, Ernest and Charles Stills of New York city.
 ROSS-Mrs Jane Louise Ross, age 73 years. widow of Irving Ross. died suddenly yesterday morning at the home of her daughter, Mrs George Hume of 115 Nathan street. She leaves besides her daughter, one son, Benjamin Ross of Springfield, vt; one brother, Henry T. Gassett of South Milford, Mass; ono sister, Mrs Frederick Hatch of Upton. Mass.
 Mrs Ross had lived in Waterbury for the past 15 years coming from Mendon, Mass, where she was born. She was member of the Bunker Hill Congregational church. The body has been removed to the AL
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-02-02

lima; two daughters. Misses Mary and Helen Ratushni; one son, Mich ael, all of Prospect; and two broth CTS, Ivan and Vladimir of Russia. The funeral will take place Tuesday morning from his home to the Rus sian Greek Orthodox church, time nounced later.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-02-02

The funeral of James D. Altman was held this morning at S:15 o'clock from his home, 60 Pember- ton street to the Immaculate Con-
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-02-02
IN MEMORIAM,

In loving memory of our dear who departed this life February 1st, 1928,
 "May his soul rest in peace." MRS TiMoTHy GuILForLE. SISTER
 AND FAMILY.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-02-02

TLYNN-In this city Feb 1, 1881 Jeremiah Flynn of 3S3 East Main St. Funeral Tuesday morning at 8:15 o'clock to Immaculate Conception church. Burial in new St Joseph's cemetery.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-02-02

BYRON-In this city Feb 1. 1881 Miss Jane Byron'of 129 South St. Funeral Tuesday morning at 8:15 o'clock to St Francis Xavier's church. Burial in new St Joseph's cemetery.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-02-02

FITZSIMONS-In this city Feb 1. 1881 Mrs Rhoda Strong Fitzsimons of Watertown, Conn. Funeral to- morrow afternoon at 2 o'clock. Burial in Prospect cemetery.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-02-02
They Have Regained Their Health. l Am Happy.

Last night I had occasion to look up the of- fee record of an old patient who had re ce i V e u treatments eight years ago. In doing so, I re- viewed the his- tory cards of about nine hun Hra1 old nn
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-02-02

BIRTH NOTICE PORTER-A son, Thomas Jr, at St Mary's hospital Jan 18th, 1881 to MT and Mrs Thomas Porter of 110 Cherry St.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-02-02

NEILL--In this city Feb ?, 1881 Minerd S. Neill of 2S1 Cherry St. Funeral arrangements later.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-02-02

COLUCCI-Jn this city Feb 1, 1881
 Pasquale Colucci of BOA Congress Ave. Funeral Tuesday morning at S:15 o'clock to Our Lady of Lourdes church. Burial in Calvary cemetery.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-02-02

TUF"TS-In this city Feb 1, 1891 Mrs Willard Tufts of 433 West Main St. Funeral from Bergin's, 290 East Main St, arrangements to be an- nounced later.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-02-02

MASS NOTICE LA PLANTE-There will be re- quiem high mass celebrated Tues day morning at 8 o'clock at St Mar garet's church for the late Mrs Bridget DwyeIr La Plante.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-02-02

BARRETT-In this city Jan 31, 1881 Edward Barrett of 12 Kenyon St. Funeral Tuesday morning at 8:30 o'clock to Sacred Heart church. Burial in Calvary cemetery.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-02-02

KNICKERBOCKER- this city Feb l. 1881 Oscar D. Knickerbocker of this city. Funeral Wednesday after noon at 2 o'clock. Burial in Pine Grove cemetery.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-02-02

NOsEL-In this city Jan 31, 1881 John Mosel of Nonnewaug road, Bethlehem. Funeral tomorrow aft crnoon at 2 o'clock. Burial in Pine Grove cemetery.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1931-08-28

ments Of the temperatures at numerous points
within the blazing ONCE. The "thermocouples"
which had been previously installed walls floor
and ceiling are connected TO the switchboard and
recording instrument by electrical wires. The
amount of current passing through the wires varies
with the intensity Of heat and thus the temperatures
be determined and automatically recorded
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1931-08-28
BIG REDUCTION SALE
NOW GOING ON.

We have used the knife on our
stock of over 100 used cars. We are
listing here few of the choice bar
gains-real good automobiles at real
low prices. Our terms are easy. Re-
member, we are open till 10 pm. Sum
days and week days.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1931-08-28

Arson? No, this Is not arson. The man is merely
burning Government property. He is Government
employe and he is simply doing his duty. This is the
"nodel" office that being set up yesterday
by Uncle Sans fire engineers at the Bureau Of
Standards in specially constructed fire resistive
building BY burning this known amount of COM
hustihln materials the bureau is able answer the
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1931-08-28

To Government employees, school
teachers, Army, Navy and Marine
officers, we offer low cash payments
and long time to pay balance.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1931-08-28
BUY YOUR USED CAR A!
YOU WOULD BUY A
NEW ONE.

A new car gives you certain definite
features - transportation. pleasure.
utility. You know that IL represents
actual value for the money you in
yeSt-guaranteed to render satisfac-
ton We sell used cars exactly the
same way. They give you dollar for
dollar value comparable with q new
car-all the mileage you pay for
plus Our used cars are inspected
and guaranteed IS thoroughly ss
new cars, sold to you under strict
policies that guard your satisfaction
end protect your auto dollar. Our
methods remove the risk from buy
ing a secondhand" car Remem-
Der that when you so auto shopping
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1931-08-28

has cooled that safely enter, the doors Of
the office safes are opened and further information
is obtained from instruments therein. When all rec
ords are compiled the results are made public for
the benefit of manufacturers Of safes and cabinets
for engineers architects and the general public To.
morrow-The once Safe Gets the Third Degree
CAN rights protected Trade mark registered y. D.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1931-08-28
STOHLMAN'S
Month End Clearance
of
USED CARS.

Only an inspection will show
you the extra values to be found
here.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1931-08-28

question of Americas building constructors to
the thickness and material of constructions such
of floors, walls, partitions and columns which must
be built into an office building that it will sat-
isfactorily resist fires that would completely burn
out the buildings contents. From the start of the
fire until the room coos down. the scientists remain
at a respectable distance from the roaring, cracking
CONFEDERATION. but all the while making measure
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1931-08-28
sALE--AUToMoBILEs.
LABOR DAY
SPECIALS.
1920 HupmobiIe Sedan.

1920 Hupmobile Sedan
Blue Duco. mechanically and appearance
excellent; high-grade car. Only $2i5 down,
balance easy monthly payments
1881 Chevrolet Coach.
Beautiful maroon, low mileage, new car
appearance and many extras. Si62 down,
balance easy q. NJ. A. G. terms.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1931-08-28

EORD COACH 1D30--~Like new; every p0Ssi-
Bile extra; 80 days free service; as UNDER
dell-CbeyTolet. 18TH and Good Hope I'd. Sc
Atlantle $500.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1931-08-28

20 Chevrolet Sedan. ... $50
70 Chevrolet Sedan........ 50
20 Chevrolet Sedan ....... 90
IS Buick Sedan. Observation-Disclosures. 80
20 Chevrolet Coach. %
Y Chevrolet Roadster ........ 60
n Chevrolet Coupe. 100
rs Chevrolet Touring ....... llo
n Chevrolet Roadster ...... 1l9
% Whippet Coach .......... 100
n Chevrolet Sedan ......... $50
~ Chevrolet Landau Sedan. 100
% Chevrolet Coupe. .. 179
'28 Ford Coupe. Observation-Disclosures. 1870
% Chevrolet Coach ......... 22q
% Chevrolet Sedan ...... 24o
rs Pontiac Sedan.,............ 240
% Chevrolet Roadster .... 26o
% Ford Roadster. ....... 25Q
% Chevrolet Coupe ....... 26q
70 Dodge Sedan. ......... 28q
% Chevrolet Coach .... 29q
20 Chevrolet Coupe ......... $50
%. Chevrolet Coach. 329
so Chevrolet Coach. ....... 400
so Chevrolet Coach. APO
% Odds Coach ........... 43o
81 Chevrolet Sport Coupe 49,. SIG
Our Reputation Is Your
Best Guarantee.
STOHLN1AN CHEVROLET,
1907 NJ ST., Georgetown.
Open Evenings and Sundays.
SPECIAL LOW PRICES.
These are all real clean cars
sold with written guarantee.
1929 Chevrolet Cabriolet. .S2o5
1929 Chrysler 6S Roadster. 395
1929 Chevrolet Coupe. 80. 265
1880 Ford Roadster. ....... 335
1880 Ford Coach. ......... 345
1929 Essex Speedster. 49,. us
1929 Roosevelt D. l.. Sedan. 3o5
1923 Ford Phaeton. ....... AS
1923 Nash Victoria. ....... Us
Many Others.
SIMMONS MOTOR CO.,
OI.DsMoBILE DEALERS.
l5l2 18th. Potomac 0052.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1931-08-28

CHEVROLET SEDAN, ie3f-Here Is car
good Tor thousands Of miles Of satisfactory
transportation. and the price is 1925. How
csn you afford 70 ride street cars or busses
with satisfactory transportation at this
price, Liberal terms Owens Motor Co.,
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1929 Ford Fordor Sedan. sos
1923 Chevrolet Coach. -. 1o5
1929 Ford Sport Coupe. 255
1886 Chevrolet Coach. 49,. AIS
1880 Chevrolet Abr. Sedan. 425
1923 Chevrolet Coupe. 49,. 215
1880 Ford Tudor Sedan. -. 365
1890 Ford Roadster. 80. 345
1923 Dodge Coupe. ...... 245
1923 Essex 4-Door Sedan. AS
1920 Chevrolet Coach. -. 335
1890 Chevrolet Sport Coupe. $50
1929 Chevrolet Cabriolet. =. 365
1927 Chevrolet Sedan. -. is
1929 Ford Sport Roadster. 2o5
1928 Whippet Coach. ..... las
1923 Jordan Coach. ........ rs
1926 Pontiac Coach. $3.50. rs
1926 Chevrolet Landau. -. 65
1926 Dodge Sedan. ...... 90
1925 Buick Touring. ... SIS
Many Others SIS Up.
Easy Terms and Trade.
BARRY PATE MOTOR CO.,
ISIS Sherman Ave. NV.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1931-08-28

CHEVROLET COUPE. i927-Rennished in
blue Duec: dandy motor, top, tires and up
holstery; here ie satisfactory transportation
for two for only s125. liberal terms Owens
lotaT Co. 1928 Ca. ave
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CHEVROLET COUPE. lsst--s-passengef less
than $500 miles. fully equipped with round
bumpers, two metal tire covers, two extra
tires, well Tenders. trunk rack, lubfigraph,
etc cost tT5g; can sell for $3.50 and give
liberal terms new-car warranty; q real buy.
Ovens Motor Co 1929 Ca ave.
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DOGS, PETS. Ere.

WANTED-.To buy filters of cheap puppies;
premises cleared Of feas free. Address Box
1871, Star Office.
YOUNG SINGING CANARIES, young par
rots; birds boarded; seeds and supplies.
Burkes, SIS @ NV. 29'
CAIRNS-Exceptionally nne litter thorough-
bred Cairn pups for sale; price very reason
able. Phone Wisconsin 248o.
BIRDS BOARDED
Called for and delivered.
ATHERTON'S PET SHOPS.
6l2 st. NV 1904 Irving NV.
SPECIAL-SPECIAI-SP
Your dog given q sanitary bath, complete
y eliminating f1eas, and dried with electric
dryer, all for 81. Dr. Loekes DOG and Cat
Eospitai. 1922 Irving 81. NV. CO.. 0574
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CHEVROLET CABRIOLET, le25-LluTn5Ie
seat. nnished IN red ard black Dpeo; good
motor TOD, tires, upholstery and hnish.
Check our price OF s2l5. Buy here and
save the difference Liberal terms. Your
car In trade Owens Motor Co, 6323 Ga.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1931-08-28

CHEVROLET SEDAN. i230--Eduipped with
cream wire wneelsi motor, tires and ap-
peaFance Ike new underpriceo $7h; 3o-dAy
eueranteeds s425. Mandell- Chevrolet, 18th
ssd Good Hone I'd Sc, Atlantic 400.
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CHEVROLET i92e SPORT COUPE-Color,
..siioW eraD, very excellent condition. all
Iittreil Donohoe Chevrolet, Inc, 1920 n
ri NV, Decatur 5000
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1931-08-28

CHEVROLET, 1898 ix-eylinder, IN finest
Ynechanlcal condition: before buying any car
at any price. please look 81 this car for
s325; check the car, give Il a road test,
cheek the price, then buy here and save
the difference; liberal terms your car in
trade. Owens Motor Co. e223 Oe. ave.
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CHEVROLET 4-DOCR SEDAN 1890 ~ Blk
cylinders, Of course; motor quiet and pow
erfui; finish nearly as good as Eew; clean
car appearance, dependaoihty and perform
ance make this car an ontstsndtng value
al S3Q5. Liberal G.. M A. @. terms: yoBr
car fp trade Owens Motor co 6s2s Ga ave
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CHEVROLET COACH. I930-De luxe wire
wheels. appearance and condition equal TO
mex; only $685. trade or terms. Golden
hfnlnrs 1872 fAfh 81 % W
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CHEVROLET COACH. iS5i--Forced to sell at
once; 3 demonstration and you VIII buy
Sh1A tP-7nR Cleveland 1854 29s
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CHEVROLET 4-DOoR SEDAN. green; sac
holsterinR fine must sell Col 4040.
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ACE MOTOR CO.,
14th at R St. NV. Decatur 800.
The Washington times., 1931-06-01
VETS BUREAUS
To Be MERGED

The United States Veterans
Administration will be reorganized
July l, it was announced last
night by Gen. Frank T. Hines, ad.
miniStrator of veterans affairs.
Three bureaus will be merged in.
to one in the reorganization, the
Veterans Bureau, the Pension Bu
reau and the Bureau Of National
Homes losing their identity and
becoming divisions of the Veter,
ans Administration.
The office of general counsel
for the Veterans Bureau will be
abolished and new office created,
that of Solicitor for the Veterans
Administration. j. O'C. Roberts
will be named to This post.
Major William Wolff Smith.
general counsel for the Veterans
Bureau for the past eight years,
will remain with the new organi-
zation as special counsel on in
Surance claims.
The Washington times., 1931-06-01
P PONY GOLFERS
SEE SUICIDE

Duke Davis. a 37-year-old
painter of Baltimore, stood be-
fore so players on miniature
golf course in Ridgeville, Md,
and stabbed himself to death
with a pen knife.
Davis went up to the crowd
and told them he was about to
kill himself. He then placed the
knife on his chest and hit it
with his fist. After the first
blow he asked for doctor, de-
cIaring he had cut himself.
The crowd laughed, thinking
it a prank. Davis then cut him
self a second and third time.
With the last blow he dropped
dead.
Davis was identified by Carl
Killer. "a. who was hiking with
him