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The Indianapolis times. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1922-1965, 1931-08-17
four BANKS IN
TOLEDO CLOSED
81 Branches Are Affected;
S10O,000,000 Resources.
By United Press

By United Press
TOLEDO, O., Aug. 17.-Four
major Toledo banks and their four
teen branches, with combined re-
sources Of more than $1OO,OOO,O00
and 10000 accounts, were closed to-
day by orders of the state banking
department and directors.
The institutions were the Ohio
Savings Bank and Trust Company,
the Commerce Guardian Trust and
Savings bank, the Commercial Saw
ings Bank and Trust Company and
the American bank. Other banks
remained open and announced they
were prepared to withstand heavy
Withdrawals.
The four closures were precipi-
tated by the closing several weeks
ago of the Security Home Trust
Company, it was said.
AS notices were posted on the
windows Of the institutions, every
available policeman in the city was
ordered on duty, but there was only
one instance of disorder. An irate
citizen tossed bottle through the
window of a branch bank.
Under a force of sixty men of
the state banking department, aug
mented by six examiners of the
federal reserve bank system from
Cleveland, the task of liquidating
the four suspended banks was i'm
mediately begun.
AS work of liquidation was started,
crowds of anxious depositors
thronged about the institutions, but
there was no disorder. Traffic pre-
sented the greatest problem. Other
local banks drew a steady stream of
depositors, who withdrew their
funds and dispersed. Withdrawals
were being met promptly.
The Indianapolis times. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1922-1965, 1931-08-17
Block FAILS, Iniures Worker

Building block that fell while be-
ing hoisted on building at % East
Maryland street this afternoon
struck Hubert Elliott. Negro, 81, Of
545 West Twenty-flfth street, work
man, injuring him seriously. He
was taken TO city hospital suffering
from head decorations.
The Indianapolis times. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1922-1965, 1931-08-17
REVOLT FEARED IN INDIA
Revival of Civil Disobedience Is
Regarded Imminent
Bv united Press

By United Press
BOMBASJNK, India, Aug. 17.-Se-
rious threat Of revival Of the civil
disobedience campaign against Brit
ish rule in India was regarded i'm
nlinent today.
Leaders in the all-India congress,
Nationalist body, were reported pre-
pared to proceed with a renewal OF
the campaign which year ago dis
rupted trade and caused disturb
ances throughout the country.
The Indianapolis times. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1922-1965, 1931-08-17
WILKINS AT LAST STOP

Nautilus Declared Ready for Peril
Gus Trip Under Ice to Pole.
By United Press
ADVENT BAY, SPITZBERGEN,
Aug. 1.-THE submarine Nautilus,
commanded by Sir Hubert wilkins,
explorer, was ready to depart today
on its perilous dash toward the
North Pole.
wilkins, who said he hoped 10
make part Of the perilous journey
under the polar ice, said all was in
good shape for the cruise, planned
Ia the rebuilt Nautilus.
The Indianapolis times. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1922-1965, 1931-08-17
MONDAY, AUGUST II, 1881

Youthful recklessneSs and incom-
potency to control an automobile in
an emergency were steeds which
death rode down narrow street to
claim the life of a 4-year-old girl,
Lieutenant Frank Owen of the &C.
cident prevention bureau learned
today, before he charged 17-year-
old boy and a 16-year-old girl with
manslaughter.
The Indianapolis times. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1922-1965, 1931-08-17

BIZ United Press
HOLLYWOOD, Cal. Aug. IT,
Estelle Taylor, screen actress, will
contest the divorce suit Jack Demp-
sey, former heavyweight champion,
brought against her in Reno, she
said today.
Meantime, she, herself, will bring
divorce action against him in the
Los Angeles courts, she added.
The Indianapolis times. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1922-1965, 1931-08-17
By United Press

LINCOLN. NEB, Aug. 17-Six
state banks. having deposits esti-
mated to aggregate $1,120,00O, vol
UNFAIRLY closed their doors today.
They include First State bank,
Pleasantdale; Dwight State bank,
Dwight; Brainard State bank. Brain
ard; Bruno State bank, Bruno;
Butler County bank, David City;
Leigh State bank, Leigh.
The Indianapolis times. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1922-1965, 1931-08-17
KING OF JAZZ TO WED
Paul Whiteman, Margaret Livings-
ton Leave for Denver.
By United Press

SO4I Leave AOr OcHVeFs
By United Press
CHICAGO, Aug. 17.-Paul White
man., king Of jazz, and his film
actress bride-to-be, Margaret Liv-
ingston, left by train today for
Denver, his home city, where they
will be married in the Whiteman
family home Tuesday.
Brief announcement Of the de-
parture and wedding plans was
made by the National Broadcasting
Company.
The Indianapolis times. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1922-1965, 1931-08-17
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hurtled by-racing.
There was a shout, the crash of
wheels on curbstone, the scream
Of smoking brakes and tires and
Mary's body hurtled through the air
to fall crumpled in the street.
An hour later, James Lynn, II,
Of 315 Fulton street, appeared at
police headquarters and identified
himself as the driver of the truck.
Today Lieutenant Owens arrested
Miss Grace Perdue, Is, of 1908 East
The Indianapolis times. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1922-1965, 1931-08-17
DEMPSEY ASKS DIVORCE

Estelle Will Fight Case and FIIe
Suit Herself.
By United Press
RENO, New, Aug. II. - Jack
Dempsey fled suit for divorce today
charging his wife, Estelle Taylor
Dempsey, with extreme cruelty.
The Indianapolis times. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1922-1965, 1931-08-17

Mary and q
small companion
were playing on
the sidewalk and
near the curb
when the truck
and a roadster
The Indianapolis times. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1922-1965, 1931-08-17

Tuesday The Times will tell of
quick action" promised in eviction
cases by ~constabIes."
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-01-05

Hartford Jan 5.-Plans are rap idly nearing completion for the sev- enth Union Agricultural meeting W hich will be held in the ball room of the Hotel Bond on the evening of January Fist The meeting Is spon- sored by the state department Of agriculture Tn an effort to bring about a better understanding among the farmers of the state and the de- velopment of an adequate program to meet their mutual needs.
 Taxation. a subject of vital inn portance to every individual and of growing importance in the smaller communities, is expected to furnish one of the leading features of this years meeting. Fred Rogers Fair child, professor of political economy at Yale university and director or the United States forest taxation in- quiry of the United States depart ment of agriculture, will be the prin- cipal speaker on this subject. Pro- lessor Fairchild, who has long been recognized as a national authority on taxation matters. will discuss some of the fundamental principles, to be observed in taxation programs.
 The Union meeting this year takes on a new angle of vital interest not only to farmers but to the com munties in the whole state. The department, in making arrange l ments for the program, has endeaV- orcd through the introduction or speakers of national and internatiOn- al importance, to stimulate greater thought on matters of utmost irn- portance to the welfare of the farm CT and his community.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-01-05
1880 POSTAL RECEIPTS TOTAL $517,0 ,053'
THE CHAMPION WOOD CHOPPER
Peter McClaren Prepared to Defend His Laurels
 Against All Corners
EXHIBITION JANUARY

Peter McClaren, Americas cham pion wood chopper will demonstrate his ability on Fairlea Farm, in Orange Wednesday, January 7th at 10 o'clock. He offers $50 to the man who can chop through log in 50 per cent more time than he takes. However, no one contesting for this prize is allowed to use the so-called Plumb axe.
 Two local men have already chal- lenged MT. McCiaren and as many more may enter the competition as desire.
 This chopping contest will take place as a feature of the farm wood lot thinning demonstration at the Fairlea Farm in Orange. Other fea- lures of this demonstration will be a tour through five acre mixed hardwood stand and an inspection of several trees that will be cut down to show how tree grows and the increased rate of growth when a wood stand Is thinned.
 J. A. Gibbs, extension forestry specialist of the Connecticut Agri- cultural college, Superintendent w. A. Knight of Falrlea Farm and Ray mond K. Clapp. county agent, will be in charge of this meeting. They urge everyone interested in chop ping and farm woodlots to attend this demonstration and bring with them questions concerning the care of farm wOOdlotS.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-01-05
Greek Catholic
 Church Service

Special services have been planned by the St Mary's Russian Greek Catholic church for Wednesday
 Thursday and Friday for the observ-
 ance of Christmas. the church being newly decorated and will be all ready for the observance.
 The work was started on Decem Der 2 and will he finished tomorrow evening. December 25, according to the Julian calendar, falls on January 2 in the Gregorian calendar. There will be several services each day to celebrate the occasion.
 At q meeting of the Brotherhood at which 1t was voted to donate $1O0 to help pay for the redecorating work. the officers elected follow: Joseph Weretelnick was reelected
 president; James Krapeznitsky, vice. president and John Klesch, secre- tary. Mir Klesch was given two gold pieces for his work during the past
 two years and Anthony Klepatsky.
 the recording secretary. who retired from office. was given gold piece.
 Makar Harnick, the treasurer was reelected.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-01-05
Lecture at the
 Second Church
Mrs Alice FOOte MaCDOugal Addressed Large Audi-
 enCe Sunday Night

| Describing many Of her prefer
 ences in literature and recommend
 ing q list of books for both children
 and adults, Mrs Alice Foot MacDou- gall, speaker at the Second church | forum last evening. talked on The Influence of Literature on Busy Life"
 Her address was concerned prin- cipally with her views on literature. She has d distaste for Russian and Norwegian writers, and is especially
 fond of the Elizabethan writers. such
 as Shakespeare and Ben Johnson.
 She is also fond of Addison's style, and likes Thackery, Dickens and George Eliot, while Galsworthy, be- cause of his sincerity, is also fav-
 orite of Mrs MacDougall. One of the favorite branches of literature is biography, she stated. and of the modern poets she likes
 Edna St Vincent Millay. Mrs Mac
 Dougall then answered numerous questions for members of her audi
 ence.
 She was honorcd at tea in the aft
 ernoon by the Business and Profes- sional Women's club, Mrs Alethea R. Puffer presiding ns hostess assisted by the following: Miss Rena M. Puff fer. Miss Marion $. Cowles, Miss
 Ruth Tanning, Miss Rose Quinn. Miss Lemyra Gibbs, Miss Mary La France Kane, Miss Baroline F. Ben
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-01-05
Accidents Over
 the Week-End

Tony Jackoiwitz. 4s. of 22 Dia- mond street, Naugatuck, suffered q fractured leg when he slipped and fell on an icy sidewalk near his home: IIercus Nardi, 5 of OakIlle was treated for laccrations about the face and head at the Waterbury hospital yesterday The youngster was injured in Il coasting accident near his home. Two other young sters were also injured in coasting accidents yesterday. Florio Angelo of W0lcott crashed into a house and suffered fractured leg, while Don aid Ridker, 6, of scr West Main street suffered cuts and abrasions on the head when his sled ran into a tree.
 Anthony Nash, IS, of 336 North Burritt street, New Britain, suffered decorations about the face when his machine figured in an auto accident on the ROXbury- -Watertown road yesterday. He was discharged after receiving treatment at the Water- bury hospital.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-01-05
TN THE REALM
 OF NATURE''
Lecture of Arthur Blewitt at the YMCA Yesterday
 Afternoon

At the regular Sunday afternoon forum held at the Central Y. M. C. A. yesterday afternoon, Arthur F.. Blewltt of Scovill Manufacturing company was the speaker. MT Blew it, Is also q past president of the Waterbury Naturalist club as well as the State Federation Nature club and yesterday spoke on the subject "ln the Realm of Nature" From a small lad the speaker has been intensely interested in nature in all it's aspects and has made himself an authority on the subject. Throughout his talk Sunday afternoon, he made the plea that the young men of this genera ton be more observant of the things about them in nature.
 MT Blewitts talk at yesterdays forum dealt with various forms of nature in general including wild flow CTS, wild animals, birds. insects. fish, and reptiles. on account of the great scope of his subject. hte speaker dealt lightlyq, but at the same time very interestingly. on each aspect of nature. In the course of the discus sion MT Blewitt mentioned the countless species of insects found throughout the world saying that there were some quarter of million
 
 that one of the greatest wars of the ages was going on; not between men. but between man and insects. Such grubs as the cotton boil WeeVil and tEe potato bug were among those mentioned as being extremely des- tructive by the speaker. Millions of dollars each year are spent Tn eX- tt trminatinE these harmful insects. Another interesting point in the afternoons discussion was the brief account of reptiles. According to Mir Blewitt there arc 40 species of snakes in the state of Connecticut alone, great number of which arc harmless. Although rattle snakes are extremely rare, yet they are found occasionally within the bounds of this state. In 35 years living in Con- necticut. Mir Blewitt has seen only one snake of this type. In reply to a question regarding the apparant dan ger from n snake of this kind, MT EIewitt mad the statement that any snake can only strike half the dis tance of It's length. In n further ac- count of turtles the speaker said that there were as many as seven species in the state of Connecticut.
 MT Blewitt proved 90 interesting to his audience yesterday afternoon that there was popular demand TOT further discussion along this line. Innsmuch as he has spent some time travcling and studying in the Yel- lowstone National Park. one of the most intresting spots in the United States. he agreed yesterday to give talk on this park at similar forum next Sunday afternoon at 4:4b o. clock. Members of the Y are cor dlnlly invited to listen In on Mr Blewitt's address then on Yellow st one National Park. Sunday after noon, January l1th at 4:1b o'clock.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-01-05
THE EPIPHANY OR
 TWELFTH DAY
Observed January 6-AlsO Known as Little
 Christmas
OBSERVED TOMORROW

The twelfth day after Christmas, tomorrow, January sixth, Is some times known as Little Christmas". l.. is one of the lesser feats of the church, knowns as the Epiphany. Some of the Protestant churches will observe the day with special services.
 There will be two celebrations of Holy Communion at the Trinity Episcopal church on Prospect street tomorrow morning in observance of The Epiphany (Holy Day of Obliga- tion). The first will be at o'clock and the second will be held at 10 O. clock. Wednesday morning at 10 o'clock there will olso be q Holy Communion and intercessions.
 The Epiphany service at St Johns Episcopal church will be held We'd nesday morning at 10 o'clock. It will consist of special Holy Com munion.
 St Paul's Episcopal church of Wa terville vii celebrate The Epiphany with Holy Communion at the church tomorrow morning at o. clock
 The Epiphany explains itself the word meaning, practically, appear aLce. On and after this twelfth day the Christmas season Is regarded as closed This smaller Christmas day is a joyous one, because 1t was then that the Magi were led by a star to the crib at Bethlehem. where twelve days previous Christ was born. and where the sheperds, too, were led by the star. As has been related the three wise men came from their own lands and came tD this obscure spot in Bethlehem and laid their gifts be- fore the infant. To-day has also been called '"Twelfthtde'. The eve before the Epiphany has been known as Twelfth Night" and in the folk lore of many countries was repre- so nted as a. time of merrymaking Shakespeare wrote comedy of the same name and by q coincidence this same comedy is being enacted this afternoon in this city by the Ben Greet players. The old customs of Night do not prevail in this | country. any Observances of the eve ! and day usually being of religious significance relative to the feast
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-01-05
Reception for
 James R. Young

James R. Young of Waterbury.
 past commander of the G. A. R. was
 honored on his S6th birthday at Il
 party given by Elisha Kellogg camp Sons of Union Veterans of Thomas
 ton in the American Legion home
 in the Clock Town Friday evening.
 Homer C. Northrop of Waterbury, also a G. A. k. member was one of the guests. Louis Brooker ana Harold Bowen of Waterbury, mem bers of Camp 49, Sons of Veterans were among those present. About 50 were present. Entertainment and refreshments were included on the program.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-01-05
St. Mary's Church
 Damaged By Fire
Rev M. J. TraynOr, Formerly of Watervie, Pastor of
 New Britain Edfice Visited By Flames

St Mary's Roman Catholic church.
 CT Main street New Britain. wass damaged by fire which started ia
 the basement at 1 o'clock yesterday
 afternoon. The Rev Matthew J.s Traynor for many years pastor oi
 St Mich1els church in WaterviIie
 and known to hundreds of Water
 burians, is pastor of the New Britain church. v
 The fire which was confined to ihh
 basement was discovered by two
 little girls. They informed th,s housekee2er at the rectory who sent
 i1 an alarm to fire headquarters.i The property damage was estimated at $1,500. 1n'1902 St Marys church was destroyed by fire and the present edifice was built. In the last two years Father Traynor made exten- sive repairs and Improvements It
 the church and rectory and they are
 considered among the most impos- ing in the diocese. s
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-01-05
Agricultural Meet
 In Hartford Jan. 21
Taxation to Be Main Subject of Discussion at Session
 Sponsored By State Dept

S. Mclean Buckingham, state commissioner of agriculture, be- licves that farmers are beginning to realize more and more that they have an obligation to their commun- ity which they must fulfill. How this can best be accomplished will be brought out by q speaker who is recognized as worldwide author ity on such problems in his talk on Building a Rural Civilization"
 The agricultural banquet which has always been feature of these annual gatherings will specialize in Connecticut and New England grad ed products. It is expected that Connecticut native fancy turkey will be on the menu together with other products from Connecticut farms.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-01-05
Annual Meetings
 in the Churches
Six Congregations to Meet
 During Present Week

Six churches of the city will hold their annual meetings during even irgs of the coming week. The an nual meeting of the Bunker Hill Congregational church will be com blned with supper and entertain ment in the church gymnasium to- morrow evening starting at G:3O o. clock. Thursday evening will be the date of the annual meeting of the First Lutheran church. Societies of St Johns Lutheran church will hold their annual meetings on Wednesday evening. Annual election of officers C: Christ Chapel will take place Wednesday evening in the parish house. The annual meeting of St Paul's Episcopal church will take place tonight in the parish house in Waterville. Other church annual meetings will be held next week.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-01-05
8 Per Cent Less
 Than 1929; 1 Per
 Cent More Than 1928
City Remains in "S5OO,OOO Class"-Three Months of Year Show Gain Over Previous Period But Decenl- Der Slnump Pulled Total Down

By reason of heceipts of $517.- 053.32 for the year 1880 Water bury's post office retains its rating. which 1t obtained at the close of the year 1928, as a postoffice of the "5OO,OO0 class' Receipts for 1930 are $44,686.97 Cor about eight per cent) less than those of 1929, but the total for 1930 is $4.694.69 Cor approximately one per cent) more than the 1928 total.
 Unusually heavy mailings during the year 1929 brought the postoffice receipts for that year up to the high mark of $561, ,739.45, nearly every month of that year showing q substantial increase over the cor responding month of the preceding year. As 1928 was considered q very good year at the postoffice. showing a good, normal increase over 1927. 1t is considered worthy ot note that in spite of business de- precision during the year 1880 the office now rates one per cent higher. as measured by receipts than for 1928.
 In making announcement of the figures for the past year, Post master Colgrove today said: While of course, we regret the decrease in receipts as compared with 1929. the decrease was not unexpected and the fact that we are well over the $500, 900 mark and are ahead of 1928, which we considered q big year, gives brighter side to the picture. In view of the genera condition of business, especially dur ing the latter part of the year, believe the total of $517.153 may be regarded as a remarkably good showing In postoffice receipts, indi- eating that we have. had excellent cooperation from the local postof- flee patrons and mailers in our ef- forts to keep our receipts above the $5OO,OOO mark. Receipts for De- cember, 1880. totalling $52.479.9O were $1O,935.94 less than the De- cember. 1929. receipts, but Decem- Der. 1929. eliminating year of ex- ceptional business and industrial activity in the Brass City. was the postoffice biggest month ever. Receipts for that month were so far in excess of normal" that the De. cember. 1929. total of $63.415.84 is likely to remain q mark to shoot att for some time to come.
 The following comparative table gives the monthly postal receipts for the three years 1880. 1929 and 1928:
 Comparative Table-(MOnthly /. Iteceipts)
 1880 1929 1928 Jan s42,378.Ol $5O.775.91 $46,87O.7J Feb s39,973.33 $44.964.11 $36,769.3z Mar $47.864.27 $46.357.12 s43.5O7.43
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-01-05
Training Course To
 Start Next Monday

The leadership training school for church school teachers and work . CTS of Waterbury churches will start next Monday evening with sessions being held in the First Methodist
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-01-05
ONCE Is ENOUGH

Wifc Oh, wish I'd thought twice before marrying you!
 Hubby: Huh. I'd he satisfied if Id thought just nce.--patriinder.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-01-05

Episcopal church every Monday eve ming for 10 weeks. Two terms of five weeks each for the course will be given, the first from the 12th to Feb. 2 and the second from Feb 16 to March 16
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-01-05
517o5aa2 s5s1,74o.2s s512.358.63

s517,O53.32 $561.740.29 $512.35S.63
 Waterburys postoffice receipts show a gain of $319,235.09 sine" 1915, as the total receipts for that year were only $I97,81S.30. The continued growth in business at tn" office is further shown by the IT. ures of receipts for the past lo
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-01-05
Is This
 l ,,, Too Good Your Cough?

Creomulsion may be a better help than you need. It combines seven major helps in one-the best helps known to science. It is made for coughs from colds that hang on, for quick relief, for safety. Mild coughs often yield to- lesser Lelps. No one can tell. No one knows which factor will do most for any cer. iain cough. So careful people. moro and more, arc using Creomulsion for any cough that starts.
 The cost is $l.25-a little more than . single help. But your druggist guarantees it, SO Ii costs nothing if 1t fails to bring you quick relief. Coughs are danger signals. For safety's sake. deal with them in tho best way known. CREOMULSxON
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