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The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-12-29
FATHER FITZGERALD OF DERBY DIES IN
 CHURCH VESTRY

New Haven, Conn, Decem- Der 29 - (UP) - The Rev Robert F. Fitzgerald. DID,, pas- tor of St Mary's church, Derby, for 25 years, dropped dead to- day while attending a funeral mass for Sister Mary Raphaela. nun of St Raphael's hospital, who was killed by an automo- bile.
 While the Rev Thomas Sul- livan of Bridgeport was eele- brating the mass, the priest quietly left the sanctuary and collapsed in the vestry. pr Charles Flynn, summoned from the congregation. treated him. Priests gave him the last rites of the church. He died a moment later. Dr Flynn said his death was due to heart disease.
 Father Fitzgerald was 2 grad uate of Holy Cross College and served as viee-reetor of St Thomas Seminary. Hartford.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-12-29
FIRESTONE TIRE
 COMP ANY MADE GREAT PROFITS
Harvey s. Firestone Sends His Annual Message to the Stockholders of Company

Akron, O., Dec 29.-CUP)--Into the blackness of Q major business depression, the Firostone Tire and Rubber company to-day projected glowing report of 103i earnings that showed . net profit of $6,028,. 6S0. compared to $i,64l,oa4 for i030.
 . Tn his annual message to stock. holders, Harvey s. Firestone, pres- idcnt. said t93l sales which amounted to sl13,797,2S2 and the net profit therefrom composed in his estimation tho best record n the history of the company from 6 sales and profit standpoint. The earnings more than covered con- mon and dividend stock require- ments. The company looks for. ward to . considerable greater volume of business next year, Fire. stone said, because 20 per cent more tirc mileage was consumed than sold in 1030 and i0Si.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-12-29
Available Relief Is Not Adequate -Govern n- ment Must Give Aid Hoover Is Confronted With These Things and Is Also Told His Quaker Friends Were Given $225,OOO Aid
l2,OOO,OOO ARE
 IDLE SAYS ONE
BY LYLE C. WILSON United Press Stan Corncspcndt

'
 Washington, Dec 29---Charges that millions never before jobless face the spector of starvation" were elaborated toray before Il senate committee as 4O00 students of eco- homie problems discussed else where in the city the causes and cures of world wide "depressions.'
 The senate committee Is laying the basis for It's contest with Press ident Hoover over the wisdom of appropriating federal relief funds. New York, Chicago and Philadel- phia were represented In the first day of testimony. Witnesses agree so far that available relief is in- adequate.
 Allen T. Burns of the Asso ciation of Community chests and councils, upon which MT Hoover depends largely for relief. Is expected to tes- tify today that the president is mis- taken in his belief each community can care for It's own. Two billa, providing $375, 1000. 1000 and $25O.- 000.000 respectively. are beinng considered by the committee.
 Despite Mir Hoover's objection to federal appropriations. senator In Toilette, repn.. Wis. obtained from CldTence b' Flckett, or the Anct1- can Friends .(Quaker) service com an admission that the A,,.u.- lean relief administration. of which MT Hoover 1t still listed as chair. man, had contributed $225.000 with which to feed children in bi- luminous coal areas.
 Witnesses testified that unem- ployment in Illinois, Pennsylvania and New York city aggregated D. SG9.00 Chicago reported 624,000 johless, q need for $25,000.000 re- lief funds during tho next Ie months, and only $6.o00,000 on hand.
 New York had more nearly met It's own problem. But William of tho Social Welfare coun- ell. testified 'there is not sufficient money for adequate delief."
 "The spectre of starvation" he said. faces millions of people who never before have been without jobs"
 All witnesses testified that relief relief to individuals had been cur- tailed--by reducing food and rent
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The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-12-29
Jacoby Grabbed His Stovepipe And Cane
 And Deserted Lenz
Angry at Criticism of His Partner, the Big Six. Footer Told Lenz He Would Have to Get An. other Partner = Gull. bertsons Continue to Win
By H. ALLEN SMITH United Press StafR COrrcsp0ndcnt) ]

New York. Dec 20.-(UP)-. Oswald Jacoby, six-foot contract bridge star, proved last night that all other contract players are brothers under the skin when he slapped on his stovepipe hat. swept up his walking stick and stamped out of the Waldorf -Astoria with the declaration that Sidney Lenz will have to get q new partner in the culbertson-1.enz epic bridge battle.
 Jacoby was mad. Just plain, downright mad.
 "Mr Lenz," he said, rising from the table at the close of last nights session, "in hand 602, after making m absolutely stupid defensive play, you had the nerve to publicly criticize mo for my bidding. 1 re- sign as your partner"
 Jacoby stalked out of the play Ing roon,--where he and Lenz. in spite of their pickering, had knock ed 250 points of the Culbertson lead.
 Ely Cuibcrtson stood In the cor ridor and beamcd. Mrs Culbert- son, who returned 10 tho contest after an absence of 14 days. re- tired, ladylike to her hotel.
 In m anteroom reporters cor- nered Jacoby.
 "on several occasions" he said, "Mr Lenz has parked criticisms at me, they have invariably been
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The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-12-29
SEVEN INJURED
 IN TWO CRASHES
 OF AUTOMOBILES
Drunken Driving Was Blamed for One of the Collisions, Which Took Place in Boston

Boston, Dec 2e--(UP)-seven persons were injured in two auto mobile collisions on Boylston. street early to-day. Drunken driving by Harold A. Robinson of Ellsworth, Me, was blamed by authorities for the crash in which Robinson's se- dan rammed and overturned taxicab. injuring its three oc- cupants. Alfred l.. Campbell, driv. CT of the cab, and his passengers. Edward Hooiey and George Lewis, both of Boston, were taken to city hospital, where Hooley's injuries were described as serious. Flremen had to chop the roof of the cab to extricate them. Robinson was ar' rested on a drunkenness charge. as was q young woman companion who said she was Mary Brown.
 The second collision involved cars operated by Alfred Lucca Of Dorch ester and Russell F. Hurd of East Milton. Miss Dorothy Hughes. 20, of Abingdon, Miss Doris Bowie 20, and John A. Bent, Jr, 19, both of Milton. and Mrs Elizabeth Luc- cn of Dorchester suffered minor injuries,
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-12-29
TARIFF WILL BE SOME REVISED
 THIS CONGRESS
Democrats Will Sponsor Bill for Limited Changes : They Will Fight In. creased Taxes on the Small Incomes
By THOMAS l.. STOKES United Press Stan CorrcsrOndcntl ]

Washington. Dec '2o-tUP)- Democrats will sponsor q bill for limited revision of the tariff, Chair man Collier of the House ways and Means committee announced to- day.
 His announcement followed quickly that of Speaker Garner that the tariff as wcll as taxes would be taken up next week by the senate and House democratic leaders constituting the party's policy committed.
 Rainey and other democratic leaders in the House at the same time reiterated their opposition to Increased taxes on small incomes. They tentatively set $5.000 as the smallest Income on which taxes should be increased.
 Democratic leaders also have thrown overheard the Mellon pro- gram of sales taxes on such things as autom obiles, radios. theater tickets. "A luxury tax" said Ralney, "is no good because no. body K buyilng luxurles now. It wouldn't raise any revenue"
 Meanwhile. President Hoover sought prompt action on his finan- cial relief program, and Demo-
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The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-12-29

 POLICEMEN TO SOON DISAPPEAR
Mayor of Newton, Mass, Is Going to Try New Scheme-Says All Will Come to It

Newton, Mass, Dec 29.-(UP)--. The beat-walking policeman will become virtually extinct in Amer lea within q few years, Mayor Sin clair Weeks believes. He made this prediction in announcing that, effective New Years day, this city's officers will patrol zones assigned to them in o-equippcd automos piles. The only policemen to re- main on foot are those on traffic duty and a few who have to try store doors in the business dis trict.
 'In a few years, in my opinion. the blue-coated law guardian will entirely disappear from the side walks of every city and town," said the mayor. "Such an officer is too clearly visible for long distances to the law-breaker. Moreover he has been long at a disadvantage 10 coping with a fugitive who has Q fast motor car to carry him away from the scene of his crime" Mayor Weeks felt the new system would be not only more efilciers but more economical as well.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-12-29
CITY MAKING BIG EFFORTS
 TO GET LOAN
Mayor Hayes and Con- trOlIer Leary Were in New York This After. nOon-BOstOn Bankers Didn't Like to Touch It
 Just at Present New York May
ALL AWAITING
 THE RESULT

Mayor Frank Hayes and Con- troller Daniel J. Leary were still negotiating to-day for 0 $900,o00 temporary loan In the name of the city to be used in financing the municipality's business until the May, 1O32 taxes come in. Tester. day the mayor and controller vis- tied Boston and later were in touch with New York banks. Up to early this afternoon nothing dehnlte had been heard although confidence was expressed that the funds would be forthcoming.
 Y Controller Leary stated to-day thnt if the city cannot get the full s900,O00 desired ut this time, @ portion of that amount will be taken, the remainder to be raised at a later date when the money market is not quite So tight as at
 In Boston it was found that the banking interests were reluctant 10 part with too much money at one time due to present conditions. Thc same situation was found to exist in New York. However, advices from the latter city this morning were to the effect that the local treasury may be helped possibly to the full extent of the desired
 The need for loan at this time ia due to the fact that the city tax
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The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-12-29

Newton. Mass. Dec 29.-(UP)- Mrs Daisy A. Wilson. middle-agcd matron. was eating supper last night with her seven children and three step children when the door bell rank. She admitted three stern. .visaged policemen who inc quired the way to the attic. Mys- tiiied, Mrs Wilson directed them. and the trio disappeared up the stairs Presently they came down and informed her that her hus- bands body lay on the garret floor. that he had been killed with shotgun. Wearlly Mrs Wilson sank into . chair. siEhine;
 "oh. am l ever going 10 have any happiness? What will do with ail these ehildren7" She wept as she eyed the co youngAiers sur. rounding fhe table. ft developed that . few hours before. whlie Mr1
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-12-29
SOME DEMOCRAT LEADERS STILL
 FOR AL SMITH
Article in Democrat Yes. terday Seems to Have Aroused Both Republi. cans and Democrats

Connecticut's democratic leaders are not all tied up absolutely to the democratic candidacy of Governor Franklin D. Roosevelt of New York despite reports to the contrary. As for Waterbury, Town Chairman John H. Crary takes the stand that any statement linking Connecticut with one candidate or another are very premature at this time. His views. apparently are shared by other state leaders.
 Yesterday a report was published taking In the entire country, show inging how 1t appears at this time the delegates to the democratic na- tional convention will vote when the nomination Is made next June. Connecticut was,listed as being solid for Governor Roosevelt.
 It has been pointed out, however, several times in the past that the party leaders in this state are split.
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The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-12-29
THIEF SAW THE
 OFFICERS FIRST
 AND HE STRUCK
State Policeman and Two Con s tables Pulled Themselves Out of the Wreckage as Crasher Fled

Kent, Conn, Dec 29-(UP)- George Wilson, 35, was captured at his Pawling N. Y., home today after he had crashed his automo- bile head-on into car containing state Policeman Walter Boas and two constables who sought him tn connection with Christmas day thefts at New Milford.
 Wilson apparently sighted Boas uniform at the same moment that Boas recognized the alleged thiefs car when they met on a lonely road here last night. Wilson stepped on the gas and crashed into the troopers machine. He escaped while the officers were climbing out of the wdeckage and fled through the woods over the state line.
 Pawling police surrounded Will sons home and arrested him this morning. Although police report ed finding an electric washing ma chine and electric refrigerator re- ported stolen at New Milford. Will son denied the thefts and was lodg- cd in Poughkeepsie jail to await extradition.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-12-29
JAPANESE KEEP ON DEFEATING
 THE CHINESE
Another City Has Been
 Captured and Three
 Other Battles Are Rag ing

Tokio. Dec 29-(UP)-The city of Panshan was captured by Jap anese troops to-day in an impor- tant victory over Chinese irregu- lars who had advanced to defend their stronghold. The battle took place near Panshan and about 22 miles southwest of Kowpangtzu. The Chinese were seeking to retain control there of the Pieping-Muk- den railway line.
 Three other battles were report ed in advices received from Jap- anese headquarters. The Nippon brIgGs:e advancing northwest from Hopei station engaged with a group of "bandits" near Yingkow. There also was heavy fighting near Tawa station. Chinese attackers were attempting to surround Hsin- minfu, defended by a Japanese bat talion. and sharp conflict was ex- peeted.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-12-29
RETURN TO THE FAITH
 OF WILSON
Newton D. Baker Says This Will Save World From Worst Situation in History-Gov Cross Speaks Same Way
By ARCH EDDY Limited Prces Staff COrfesnOnfi

Winchester. Ind, Dec 29.-CUP) -Only return to the faith Wood row Wilson had in humanity will save the world from the worst sit- uation in its history, Newton D, Baker declared at Q Wilson memo- rial dinner here last night.
 The secretary of war in Wilson's cabinet urged the closest sympa- thy and cooperation of the United States with, and eventual entry into the league of nations and the world court
 The 5000 who filled the high school auditorium listened atten- lively for more than m hour to Bakers eloquence, and cheered high praise of the war presidents supreme faith In the common peo. pie which enabled him so ably to represent America in times of stress"
 What the world needs" Baker said, ''ls that which Woodrow
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The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-12-29
VETS PREDICT GREAT VICTORY
 FOR FINLAND
Member of Parliament Is Sure That People Will Kill Prohibition Laws

Helsingfors. Finland. Dec 29- (UP)-A wet victory in the nation- al referendum on prohibition be- ing conducted to-day and to-mor- row was predicted to-day by Win Frenckell, vice mayor of Helsing- fors and member of parliament. one of the leading vets. "The ref erendum will result without doubt in a majority against prohibition, ' he said.
 The polling proceeded slowly. Voting in Helsingfors the nrst halliday was at approximately the same rate as in the parliamentary elections. It was reported below expectations elsewhere. probably because of the heavy snowfall yes- terday and last night.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-12-29
REQUESTS MADE
 FROM ESTATE OF
 FRANK PARSONS
Late President of New York School of Fine and Applied Arts - Friend Gets Most of It

New York, Dec 29-UP)-Ap- praisal of the estate of Frank AL yah Parsons, late president of the New York School of Fine and Ap- piled Arts, showed the following bequests: To William NJ. Odom. friend, S5O,000 and the residuary estate, valued at $148,6l0. during his lifetime.
 After his death. three -eighths of the residue to the Masonic home for men, Worcester. Mass; one eighth each to the Congregational church and public library of Ches- terfield. Mass; Charles A. Parsons. of Springfield, Mass, gets S1S0OO.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-12-29
MOTHER OF SEVEN CHILDREN
 GIVEN SHOCKING SURPRISE

Wilson and the children were out, her I7-year old son. William Brown. had quarrelled with her husband. Richard B. Wilson. 42 q sign painter. The boy claimed his stepfather had called hls mother abusive names. In Nal. den. some 10 miles away, young William Brown appeared at police headquarters. puffing a cigarette. and told Desk Sergeant John J. Morgan;
 "I just shot and killed my step- father over in Newton"
 The sergeant was sceptical bui the boy insisted he was telling the truth. declaring he fired In self-defense,
 Newton police were notified and h visit Co the Wilson home con. ilrmed Williams story. He wFn held without hail on . murdei charge.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-12-29
Ceilings Murder Closed for Good
 Saws Prosecutor

Patchogue, l.. l.. Dec 29.-(UP)- The Penguin murder case has been closed. District Attorney Alexander Blue of Suffolk county announced in dismissing Felix D. Martini, special investigator. Martini had been inquirlng Into the death of Benjamin collings of Stamford. who was stunned. bound and thrown into Long Island Sound. from his motorboat, Penguin. sep- fa hap q
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-12-29
HANGS HIMSELF
 IN JAIL CELL

Hartford. Conn. Dee 2e.-lUPl Overcome with Femorse at being arrested for drunken driving. Mar. tin !. Topnrz. butcher. father Of two children. hung himself with his belt in the police loekIe to- day.
 Police Chief Garrett ]. Farrell aaid he Wonid investigate to learn why Toparz was allowed 10 rctnin his belt when he was locked in q cell.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-12-29
Bus Hit Trolley
 Pole Iniuring
 Two Passengers

Bridgeport. Conn, Dec. 29.-- (UP)-Two Bronx. N. F., passeng- CTS Of e Boston New York bus were taken to Bridgeport hospital to-day when the bus struck an iron trolley pole.
 The passengers. Joseph Bell. b4. Of iaHk ORdenten avenue. and Ed- win Quinn, is, of ssse Sedgewick avenue, wors srfafed for cuts and brmiaes. The driver, Joseph Lan- arv Of Hartford. said the steering knnckie broke.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-12-29
BODY OF GIRL
 TO BE EXHUMED

Lynn, Mass. Dec. 2y.-luPls- The body Of Miss Dorothy cioutier' pretty young unwed mother whose death followed that Of her married lover by only 60 hours. will he ex. humed tomorrow for an autopsy it was announced by Assistant so- neph v. Wilson to-day.
 The young woman was thought Co have taken her own life by Go. haling Illuminating gas.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-12-29
Three Old Women Found Starving To Death, Too
 Proud To Seek Charity

and shabby flat. found the three women lying semi-eonscious on three separate cots. Windows had been nailed to keep out the cold. in cupboard Father Mclaughlin found q half loaf of bread and 6 handful of tea--the only food in the tenement.
 AIInH Mary Moran. S2. Miss Eliz- abeih ssosah, gs. and MrH Annle Moran Crowley. i6, widow. were taken to HaymaFket relief hospi- lal.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-12-29

Boston. Dec % - tuP)--Too weak to move. too proud to seek charity. three elderly sisters were found starving in their unheated tenement last night.
 Patrick Moran. 7s, appeared at the roctory Of SC Mary's Catholic church, explained that his sisters were "ack" and asked the Rev Francis A. Mclaughlin to visit the Moran home.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-12-29
Late Bulletins
RENO MAY BAN NOISE

Reno, Dec 29-(UP)-Train whistles may toot, trucks may and cries of "whoopee" may resound in Reno the latter not too loudly of course but other noise facing drastic curtalment An ord- nance recently proposed would prohibit sidewalk radio broadcasting hawking of wares and all other forms of Unnecessary" noise
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-12-29
U. S. STUDIES ALASKAN COAL

Washington, Dec 29-(UP) Continuing it's inves- tigaton to determine the extent of coal deposits in Alaska the interior department has caedfor bids for the drilling of four holes in the anthracite ridge in the south central part of the territory. The cores will be at a depth of 1500 to 2,000 feet.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-12-29
ORANGE BARRELS TO AID NEEDY

Pontiac Mich, Dec 29-(UP)-Orange barrels have been placed in practically all the grocery stores here by the poor commission to induce shoppers to drop in trbutions of food to the needy Private contributions of interested individuals pay for the orange barrels
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-12-29
SKUNKS HALT OIL DRILLING

Aberdeen, Wash Dec 29-(UP)-Drilng at the Leslie Petroleum companys well on the lower Hoh river is not without it's difficulties Eight amiabe skuns froc about the derrick when actual drilling not in progress And drilling doesn't start until the skunks have finished their frolics
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-12-29
CHINAMAN STUDIES FLYING

Kenosha, Wis, Dec 9-(UP)-Mun Joong, 23-year- old Chinese, who plans to return to China and aid in development of aerial transportation has taken up an- ing for pilots license. Joong who here several years ago, told his instructor he has desire to 'fy mail"
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-12-29
HE COLLECTED WATCHES

Portland, Ore Dec 29-(UP)-J. D. Bond turned time to good account but he caught Arthur Shoe maker complained he gave Bond watch to repair When arrested, Bond had AZ pawn tickets-40 of them for watches he had taken to repair"
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-12-29
TEXANS DUB NATIVE SONS

Austin, Tex, Dec -(UP)--Texas, like California, is to have it's Native Sons The Texansborn however will be known the Native Longhorns state charter for their organization has been issued Dallas will be headquarters.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-12-29
SEEK OIL UNDER PRISON LAND.

Huntsville, Tex, Dec 29-(UP)-An attempt to dis cover if there oil under state prison lands will be made within 90 days The state prison farms include S2,0O0 acres Bids on mineral rights 2,000 acres have been asked The successful bidder must agree to start drill ing test we'll
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-12-29
CARRIED MAIL 23s, ,o0o MILES

Marshall Wis, Dec 29-(UP)-After carrying mail distance equal to nine times around the world in the last 30 years Thomas Pyburn rural mail carrier has been retired pension here conservative estimate of the distance covered by Pyburn is said to be 235000 miles.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-12-29
TREASURY BALANCE

Washington, Dec 29.-(UPl-Th4 treasury net balance December 2t was $500,1s5.399.4S.
La gaceta., 1931-01-20
Ell TEMPO

Claro para hoy y manana.
Vientos moderados del nor
te.
Maxima temperature aver,
SIS grades; minima, 54 grades.
Marea alta a las BOA a. m. Y
400 p. m. Marea baja a las 9:45
4. m. y 1856 p. m.
La gaceta., 1931-01-20
F.. r. r
LTMPTA C~IENTIFICAMENTE
LA SANGRE Y LA TONIFICA
ANADIENDOLE FUERZA Y
PRODUCIENDO CARNE
SOLsDA Y MUSCULO

Durante 40 amos P. P. P. hA
dado alivio q miles de perso
las que han sufrido de debili
dad, dolores, erupciones de la
piel, granos Y perdida de Pc
so. Estas molestias han tenido
origeE en- la pobreza y debili-
dad de la sanGre.
P. P. P. renueva los cor
p1sculos rojos Y hace la sangre
RIGA y pura. Cuando este sc
obtiene desaparece ell sufri
miento, regresan las fuerzas y
Ell sistema recupera 81 condi-
ci6n saludable.
Dele que Ia devuelva 81 sa-
lud.
listed no arriesga I'm centa~
70 On usar P. F. P. Su boti-
carlo tiene instrucciones para
devolverle SUI dinero 81 no que
da satisfecho dsepues de usar
la primera botella. Tai es la fe
que tenemos en- P. P. P.
GConsentira USED en- seguir
sufriendo, sintiendcse d&bil,
cuando puede gozar de buena
salud, fuerza y felicidadf
C6mprelo hoy.
La gaceta., 1931-01-20
LOS PIRATAS ESCOGIERON
AL REY Y LA REINA

Anoche Sc reunieron en- la
Camara de Concrete, escogien
do al Rsy y la Reina de las
pr6ximas fiestas, los piratas
de Gasparilla.
la urna fue custodiada por
Dave Falk, C. w. Joe" Ly-
nos, Hugh Hiser y J. w. Du-
pree.
Hasta la noche del bale de
coronation no Sc sabra ell nom
bre de los electos.
La gaceta., 1931-01-20
ALDRA PARA COCOA
CLOS AEROPLANOS

No pudieron despegar en- la
manana de hoy, a causa del
NAL TEMPO, los aeroplanGs
que desde ell sabado Sc Els,
cuentran EN- ell aerodromo mJ
nicip9l. !
Tan pronto aclare ell dfa sal
dram para Cocoa, siguiendo
luego a Titusville, Sanford y
Jacksonville.
Los aeroplanos regresaran
ell sabado a Tampa para ell
concurso del pr6ximo domingo,
disolviendose despues.
Mas de $500 en- premios Sc
ran repartidos en- esta ciudad.
La gaceta., 1931-01-20

ca de la casa de la ma.
Como agresor Sd busca a
Frank Mitchell.