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The Waterbury Democrat., 1932-09-17
Four Stars in
 Strand Bill Manners, DvOrak, Ban- croft and Gibson in Twin Features

Warner Brothers Strand present "Crooner" with David Manners and Ann Dvorak together with Lady and Gent" starring George Ban- croft and Wyhne Gibson as the fea- ture attractions on their program for Sunday, Monday and Tuesday.
 "Crooner' is a,delightful comedy drama, based on the lives and loves of popular entertainers at the glamorous Broadway night clubs.
 Both Manners and Miss Dvorak give brilliant performances and are capably supported by 8 splendid cast including Ken Murray Claire Dodd, Guy Kibbee,, Sheila Terry, Teddy Joyce and William Ric- ciardi.
 In "Lady and Gent" George Bancroft has one of the most amus- ing and at the same time one of the most human roles of his career in this picture in which he is sud- denly called upon to decide be- tween continuing his life as not so-big .'big shot" in the shady areas just west of Broadway, or be- coming the foster father of the 12 year old son of his dead friend.
 Playing opposite the husky star is petite Wynne Gibson, cast as q hard boiled night club proprietress, who proves to have heart of gold. The cast also includes Charles Starrett, James Gleason. Joyce Compton and John Wayne.
 Wednesday and Thursday the program will include Miss Pin kerton" with Joan Blondell and George Brent also "The Blonde Captive"
 Vaudeville returns to the Strand on Friday next, being presented every Friday, Saturday and Sunday throughout the winter months. Seven big headline. acts every weok and deluxe first run feature photoplay. The infringement prom. isen stage shows this season that will far surpass even the finest of those seen at this popular theater To-
The Waterbury Democrat., 1932-09-17
By DAN THOMAS MIA Sorvica Writer

Hollywood-It was great night for the world premiere of gain of course 1t didn't actually rain it never does this time of year in California any Chamber of Commerce man will tell you that but coming along about the time the sun should have been well in the heavens there wasn't any sun and It was awfully dapp.
 The usual lights outside |. also the usual crowds =. some of whom arrived at noon in order to grab the choice spots from which to see the stars doesn't sound possible .. but it's true Jimmy Gleason acting as master of ceremonies for the radio broad cast. and being very funny .. which makes him different from most of the men who act in such capacity.
 Joan Crawford and Douglas Fairbanks, Jr, getting a big hand
The Waterbury Democrat., 1932-09-17

Switzerland has a lower-rent drive.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1932-09-17
INDEPENDENTS PROSPER

That independent picture racket apparently is getting to be quite a good one these days
 While talking with Walter Byron a few days ago, I was surprised to learn that he has made IA pictures so far this year-drawing his $750 a week right along and getting practically no time off. We don't hear much about Walter around town, just as we hear very little about any of the players in inde- pendents. That's a funny thing about Hollywood. It pays very lit- tie attention to the independents. Yet they ,. go right along, often earning more money than some of the so-called big shots.
 "As long as get the money, I'm satisfied" Walter told me. II don't care if anyone hears about me or not"
 GLORIA'S FURNITURE %9(And now it's. Gloria Swanson who is giving the judges head ache.
 It seems that there is furniture company here which is trying to attach her furniture for a debt of $6;000. Gloria, who now is in Eng land making picture, replied through her attorney that the at- tachment can't be made as she has no more than the necessary house. hold furnishings.
 So it's up to the judge to decide whether an antique 18th century lipstick lamp base, taffeta curtains for the barroom, a 17th century map of Paris, pair of antique swans, a Pompeiian coffee table and numerous other expensive ornaments are necessary furnish ings."
The Waterbury Democrat., 1932-09-17

Joan Crawford and Douglas Fairbanks, Jr, getting a big hand
The Waterbury Democrat., 1932-09-17
TO OCCUPY MOUNTAIN TOP

Pinkham Notch, N. H. GU. P.) Three scientists will occupy the summit of mile-high Mt. Wash ington this winter. for the first time since 1887. Weather, aurora. and magnetic observations will be made and transmitted by radio. Temperatures of 59 degrees below zero and wind velocities of 1S6 miles per hour were recorded there from 1871 to 1887.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1932-09-17
JUST FOOLIN'

The forest measuring worm. when alarmed. will stand out so straight and still from 8 limb that even the birds think him a small twig and pass him by:
The Waterbury Democrat., 1932-09-17
TEMPERATURE AT POLE

TEMPERATURE AT POLE
 Peary, the explorer, reported a temperature ranging from II to 30 degrees Fahrenheit below zero at the North Pole. Amundsen re- ported a temperature of about IS degrees at the South Pole.
Evening star., 1932-04-24
COLORED.

EXCEPTIONAL BARGAIN, $3.50.
1l0e P st. n.w.-Attractive tapestry brick,
brownstone trim. 9 rooms reception hall,
two tiled baths, large dry cellar, hot-water
heat electricity, gas; newly decorated
throushout. Within walking distance down.
Town. near two car lines and bus. Open
for inspection Sunday 10 to S.
GEROME DESIO,
1908 Wyoming Ave 24s
Evening star., 1932-04-24
C. W. VAN WAGNER, Exclusive Agent

ATTRACTIVE MARYLAND HOMES FOR
Government employees. Transportation,
highway, schools, churches, stores, electric
ity Priced right.
3l2 acres: z rms. bath, garage, fruits;
5000 cash, $50 monthly 8 rooms bath, ga
rage, big lot; $3.50 cash, SIS month.
Evening star., 1932-04-24

WOODBRIDGE, D. c.
222o Quincy n.e.-Center- plan. colo
nial new home. chestnut trim, hoored attic;
lot 50xl50; bargain
Evening star., 1932-04-24

BRANCHVILLE - BUNGALOW. ROOMS
and bath 1st f., rooms, 2Ed n; all i'm
proyements; garage. chicken house; lot oOx
1855 $3.50. Immediate possession.
BERWYN-New 5-room bungalow, elec !;
large lot for garden or poultry; convenient
location. 81 750
Small cash payment balance monthly.
G. P. BICKFORD. owner. Phone Berwyn
46; evenings. Berwyn 24-R.
BRICK. SINGLE, CORNER; RMS, 2 B.,
large built-in garage; lot 63xl50. beautifully
located near 18th st. entrance rich in
shrubbery. ornamental and fruit trees; sac
rifce, $1l,75o.
Evening star., 1932-04-24
NEW VS.. OLD.

Do you want q new house that will neec
repairs in a year or sooner or a home that
shows by use. good construction and ma
terial, looks like new and will need no re-
pairs for a long time? Semi mi-detached seven
rooms, two baths, house rs feet wide nvlns
room 13x20 feet. Oil heat, Frigidaire: large,
heater Inspect this home in 18th St,
Heights at l103 Fern st. NV. or. phone Ga
2003. 'Your house hunting will be over When
you see this up-to-date home. occupied py
owner
Beautiful Walter Reed grounds lust
across the street.
Evening star., 1932-04-24

MORTGAGE co. SALE TO COLORED.
2035 Clagett St. NE.
Modern corner tapestry brick. large
rooms tile bath h.-w.h.. e,ec., 3 complete
porches small cash payment. balance like
rent; key next door. For further informa
tion call Adams 76qH after q pm
Evening star., 1932-04-24

NONOINN HILLS, VIZ.
Shinsle English cottage, 6 rooms, bed
rooms bath. h;.w.h., modern in every re-
stores. schools, churches and bus lines; 10
mingtes n 1S to Washinston. viii sacriflce for
rent. See Mr.. jackson, 400 Arlington Ridge
upper road to AlexantTia), or phone Wal
Evening star., 1932-04-24
NEW HOMES.

14th & SITS. Sc.
Corner s.room house with baths semi, SEMI
detached 7-room house and two 6-room
houses, colonial type brick, built-in garage'
a l., colored tile bath with shower, modern
kitchen cabinet, inlaid lnoleum in kitchen,
hardwood floors and trim throughout; con-
venient to schools and transportation ana
near Fairlawn Recreation Park.
These are wonderful homes at the un-
usual price, with terms to suit Open daily
until pm. For sale by builder or your
broker.
J. FREEMAN & E CAIN,
Evening star., 1932-04-24
SALE-HOUSES.
RTUTD NOW

I have land and will finance you q large
very agreeable terms. home at 400 VIII
son lane is now open for inspection. See
ROBERTSON. lis Fairmont ave, Bethesda,
Md. Phone Bradley 444
Evening star., 1932-04-24
DANDY BUNGALOWS.

Two 5-room bungalows. ami; only
s4.250: $40 month, $500 cash; ONCE open /
D m. Sunday. MAYNOR, 26o5 Brentwood
I'd ne. North 1898.
Evening star., 1932-04-24
WANTED-SUBURBAN.

FIVE-RooM BUNGALOW NEARBY va.
furn. or unfurn; must be reasonable. p. z.
P. 1908 2lst st. NV.
WANTED-7-RM. HOUSE, PARTLY FURN,
well, cleo, acres, u miles out, chicken
house, permanent. Address Box 4l7-X, Star
office.
SMALL HOUSE NEARBY va. AMI, BY
May 18th. Must be reason. Couple no chill
dren. P. o. Box 35l2. Georgetown.
CASH FOR TO 10 ACRES NEARBY VIR-
ginia; good house. Price, location, address
Box 400-X. Star ONCE as
TO RENT FOR ONE YEAR PROM JUNE
Is furnished house, five or six bed rooms;
Rock Creek, Bethesda or close-in country;
no objection to farm. I am in Govern
ment service and prefer TO deal direct
With owner. Address Box 3Ts-X, star of-
fee. as
Evening star., 1932-04-24
SALE-SUBURBAN.
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sALE--SUBURBAN.
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Open Sunday and Week Days-Your Inspection Inuited
II mile beyond Silver Spring right
Evening star., 1932-04-24
Near Wardman Park Hotel.

BY owner. beautiful 3-story, semi-detached
brick house, with all modern improve
ments; oil furnace, Kelvinator, cheap COM
mercial electric power, etc. Overlooking
beautiful 5-acre senatorial estate. Twelve
all-outside, light rooms, baths; 2.car built
In garage: wide alley; large yard. owner
leaving city.
Priced Exceptionally Low.
COL. s74s OR NAT. 46ls.
Evening star., 1932-04-24

Now is your opportunity. New Groom
home; only $3.50 cash; has oak floors. tile
bath (shower). fireplace. Open. 17l0 Doug
las st. ne. Owner on premises Saturday
and Sunday. North 1898. Inquire 26O5
Brentwood I'd. ne
Evening star., 1932-04-24
SALE--HOUSES.
GOOD LOCATION.

CoLoRED-s ROOMS. H.-w.H.. ELEc.. GA
rage: very good condition. very reasonable
Price; terms: near l1th-Irving. North 1912;
COLORED-6 RMS, RECEIPT. HALL, HARD
wood floors. Colonial front porch, cellar,
tubs, garage, etc; near and and NV;
S6,Ts0; terms Dec 1850
The Waterbury Democrat., 1932-01-23
New Haven Boys
 Arrested Here
Detained for Few Hours
 and Then Set Free

Alleged high pressure salesman ship on the part of George w. Grady, 31, of 231 Edgewood ave nue and George J. Miller, 21, of 42O Front avenue. both of New Ha- ven, resulted in the local police and Chamber of Commerce taking ac- ton against both young men yes- terday afternoon. After spending seceral hours in the custody of the police the two were released. The authorities were given to under stand that the two had been fired" and that no further efforts would be made by them to solicit advertisements here.
 Grady and Miller. working in the interests of a National Guard pub lication are said to have telephoned to a number of merchants and to have informed them that they were expected to subscribe for cer- tain amount of space in the book. It wasn't so much of request for a contribution as it was an insist ance that they should do some thing for the boys.
 Officials of the guards in New Haven and Waterbury were prompt to repudiate the methods of the two salesmen. Grady is a former resident of Waterbury and is known to the police for past escapades.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1932-01-23
Local Council
 of Boy Scouts Field Staff Will Hold COn= ference Here Next
 Wednesday

The field staff of commissioners Of the local council of Boy Scouts will hold a conference Wednesday evening at 7:3O o'clock in the con- ference room of the First Congre- Eutional church. Important mat ters will be discussed by all troop leaders effecting all troops and scouts in the council. Scoutmaster5 and troop committee chairmen are requested to be present.
 Troop anniversary week pro- grams will be In fashion this year. Each troop IS to plan some special rrogram for their troop meeting during anniversary week, Feb ' to 13.
 Scout Sunday should be observed by every troop and 1t is hoped that few of the troops will attend some church in body.
 The camp committee and coun- ell authorities find it necessary to discontinue the Chase Cabin in Woodbury due to conditions of the upkeep, damage to the property and vandalism from trespassers beyond the control of the commit tee and council. Expenses of the upkeep against such hazards makes it prohibitive for the com mittee and council to endeavor tt keep it in serviceable condition. On the other hand. the counci | is making Camp Sepunkum avail able to troops for weekend ant overnight hikes. Camp Larsen or the Park Road, Tracy's Pond, i! also available for regular day hikes.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1932-01-23
The Waterbury
 Teachers Assn
Will Hear Prof Crawford
 on Tuesday Feb 2

Professor Jack Crawford of Yale will start his fifth consecutive course for the Waterbury Teachers sociation. Tuesday, February 2d, In room 107 in Wilby high school. His subject will be shakespeare" !" The speaker Is recognized author ity on this subject. All teachers de- string to join this course are re- quested to forward their names to Miss Daisy Lord. president of the association. at Wilby high school. Several teachers recently express ed a desire for course in charac- ter education. To accommodate them. Professor r. K. Shuttleworth, who has given several successful courses, will be heard Friday after noon. January 29 at 4 o'clock in the Wilby auditorium. All teach CTS in this city and surrounding towns have been extended an in- vitation to hear him.
 An advanced class in vocabular building and practical English, con- ducted by John c. Gilmartin. Croft school principal will start next
 Monday at Croft school.
 The Waterbury Teachers asso.
 citation February meeting will be [
 Washington supper meeting sched-
 uled for Wednesday. February 17 at the Hotel Elton at 6:30 o'clock
 A noted speaker. to be announced later will deliver the principal ad- dress.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1932-01-23
Vets Support
 Pension Bill
Wheeler=Yo Young Post Backs Measure to Aid Widows
 and Orphans of Ex-SOdiers

1 "The United States government has been caring for the widows ant orphans of veterans of other wars and further delay in this instance is a discrimination that is causing untold suffering and privations.
 "In asking the United States government to give these widows and orphans equal consideration with those of other wars, we are not demanding adoption of any new legislative principles. The pre- cedent has already been established and nothing should be permitted to interfere with passage of this proposed legislation by the present congress.
 Commander Label pointed ou: that the Veterans of Foreign Wars of the U. s. was the first veteran organization to advocate pensions for World war widows and or phans. The movement was first launched with the adoption of res olutions at the 1929 national en- campment of the Veterans of For eign Wars of the U. s. held in St Paul. Minnesota. This demand was reiterated at the 1880 national con- vention of the V. F. W. held in Baltimore and again in Kansas City in 1881.
 Veterans Bureau statistics as of October 1, 1881, indicate that 1l5,- 347 death claims have been filed with the government" explained Commander Label. "The widows and orphans of these veterans have in most cases been forced to de- pend upon the earnings of the mo ther or the help and assistance or relatives. In a great many cases these survivors have become bur dens upon their respective com munities, being forced to resort either to the patronage of state in- stitutions or local charitable organ iZations."
 World war veterans are dying at
The Waterbury Democrat., 1932-01-23
ANNUAL IRISH
 HISTORY CONTEST
Open to Students of All Public ParOchial and
 Private Schools
WILL CLOSE MARCH I7

All children attending public
 parochial or private schools are ell igible to compete in the National i Annual Irish History Contest being sponsored by the Ladies' auxiliary
 Ancient Order of Hiberians oi America which opened December
 and closes March I7, the Feast
 of St Patrick.
 Annually Catholic schools of the city take part in this contest. The
 local A. o. H. offers prizes of Gel l tic crosses for the two best essays in each school. Several national prizes have been even in the past years by Connecticut students. The subjects of the contest this year follow:
 For colleges: George Washing
 ton, Father of Our Country, the 20Oth Anniversary of His Birth" For high schools and academies:
 "St Patrick. Our Patron Saint. who | brought the Faith to Ireland 1,500 years ago. Anniversary in 1892 For grammar grades: "Daniel O'Connell, the Liberator." Each essay must be not less than
 500 words, nor more than 1,500. Prizes for each essay contest as
 follows: $25. $15, 10, s2.50, $2.50
 and Irish History Books. All essays shall be judged on the
 knowledge of the subject matter. The state chairman shall select from her state the two best essays from each subject and forward to the national chairman by April 15 and the National Committee will then meet and select the winners in time to present prizes at clos ing of school.
 Only four essays from each state will be entered-two from each contest.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1932-01-23
Bachelor Party
 at A. C. Rooms
Will Be Held Tonight in Honor of Frank J.
 Brickel

This evening at the Brooklyn A. c. rooms a bachelor party will be | held in honor of Fire Commis- | sioner Frank J. Brickel. A pro- gram of entertainment including a number of boxing exhibitions will be presented. MT Brickel will be- come a benedict during the coming week.
 Walter Flynn is chairman of the general committee of arrangements which consists of Robert Birt, Daniel Mahaney, Arthur J. Lunny Charles Ahearn, Martin Parker, John Graham, William H. Dun lavey, Lieut. James Mulville, George Mulligan, Joseph Fl. Lawlor. Dr P. T. Keeley, Dennis Clancy. Michael O'Connell, Joseph Mulville. Peter Shea, Charles Schnitman, William II. Sandland. John "Chick" Kelley, John A. Cluney, Thomas Long, William Pollard, Benjamin Brady, Fred Hungerford, Daniel T. Far rington, Edward Curley, Murray Carter. Lou Sommers, Joseph Phe- Ian. Thomas Fleming, William r. Harrington, John Fitzmaurice, Dan iel Bowes, Edward Cass, Fred Chesson, Neil Maloney, Vincent Scully, Mark Tierney, Harry w. Minor, Fred Bauby. Clifford Me- Hale, F.. Christy Erk, John Ham, mel, Daniel Kinnane, Hogan Clark, William Cleary, Michael Morrissey, James McMahon. Michael J. Fla herty and Walter Flynn.
 On the entertainment committee are Edward Curley, Michael Nor hissey, James McMahon and Cliff ford McHale: guests committee, Daniel T. Harrington and Arthur Lunny; menu and hall committee, Daniel Mahaney and William Pol lard
The Waterbury Democrat., 1932-01-23
Problem for
 Jew and Gentle
Rev Kenneth A. Kingston Speaker at Temple
 Israel

Hev Kenneth M. Kingston of St paurs Methodist church delivered d s1rmon on Religion: Drug or Stimulant" at Temple Israel last night. Speaking on invitation of Rabbi Isadore Breslau, Rev Mir Kingston told of the many chal- lenEes being hurled at all religion ists to-day and that the answers to these challenges presented prob- lem to Jew and Gentle alike. He referred to an inscription that can be found on a building in Moscow which reads, Religion Is a Drug." That is true, he said, only as far as comfort--courage to carry on is concerned. A real rellgionist is not drugged but is ever willing to fight to the end that mankind will overcome confronting evils.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1932-01-23
60 ENTRIES FOR FEBRUARY POULTRY SHOW
PEOPLE NEED
 MORE EXERCISE
If Distance Is Not Too Far It Pays to
 Walk
SAVES DOCTORS BILLS

After all, the dull times added to the Increase in automobile in- suranD . and crowding in busses may have good effect. If 1t prompts more people to walk to and from their places of employ ment, the exercise will result in improved health and in the long run they will save money and enjoy life better. It Is quite an ordeal to ride in a bus when every seat is filled and so many are standing that 1t requires struggle to squeeze your way in or out.
 Riding for some is largely 2 habit, and once one becomes q slave to the practice 1t is hard to shake 1t off. The only way 1t can be conquered is when one has not the necessary funds to pay for transportation. In such a case it is surprising how soon one can adapt himself to the good old way of going about ones business on foot. instead of hanging around waiting for the bus or trolley or running chances of getting smashed up in an automobile. You can get there in due time provided you start little earlier. and feel bet ter after the exercise in the open than in the stuffy atmosphere in trolley or bus. All 1t requires is the will to conquer a habit which leaves one at the mercy of public carriers.
 One hears good deal about clubs of one kind or another. but not q whimper about an organization to encourage folks to use their limbs when the distance Is not too far from the home, the shop, the office and the opera house.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1932-01-23
Junior League
 Play Jan 30
"The Steadfast Tin SOl= dier" at Waterbury
 WOmen'S Club

Several years ago the Junior Leagues of five Connecticut cities formed a children's play exchange. Each league produced one play and gave it in the leagues own city, and also in each of the other four cities. In this way the chill dren of the five cities were able to see five different plays, written and acted especially for children, while the individual leagues had the trouble and expense of produc- ing only one play apiece. The arr engagement enabled them to keep the prices of tickets very low.
 The play exchange is still in ex- lstence, and the prices are still low. even though this year there are only two leagues in the exchange, and so only two plays to be given. The Waterbury Junior League will give its play at the Woman's Club at 3 o'clock on Saturday afternoon. January 30. "The Steadfast Tin Soldier" tells the story of Peter, a little boy who Is tired of toys that won't go, and longs for something real and alive to play with-a dog. or train, or an automobile. Imagine his disappointment when he is given some tin soldiers. Everybody knows that tin soldiers can't move by themselves,
 But these turn out to be very wonderful tin soldiers who can do all kinds of things that Peter never suspected. And he even finds that his other toys that he was so tired of (the two Teddy Bears, Lysa the Paper Lady, Raggedy Ann, and Garoo the Jackinthe-box). can talk and play and dance. A lot of drama takes place in that play room, and when Peters birthday Is over and his mother takes him off to bed he Is very happy be- cause his toys have come to life and played with him.
 The Stamford Junior League comes to the Waterbury Women's Club on Wednesday afternoon. March 16. to give it's play which Is called "The Enchanted Ship" This too is a play especially for children and the very name suggests excit- ing possibilities. What might not happen on an enchanted ship?
The Waterbury Democrat., 1932-01-23

will review the activities of tn, past year.
 The approaching chick show vii not only bring several hundred wis itors to Waterbury, but the event is receiving national publicity Magazines devoted to subjects oi interest to poultry raisers are fca' turing the exhibition and are giv. ing liberally of space in recountint the success Manager Dick Law C Hotel Waterbury has had in rais' ing over 25,000 squab broilers dur ing the past two years. Mir Law oi late has been experimenting 1T raising turkeys, pheasants ant guinea hens and has met with con siderable success.
 The various exhibits in the com ing show will be placed in neatly made enclosures that will line tht sides of the banquet hall A card will supply information as to age and breed and the owners name Prizes of ribbons for each variety and beautiful silver cups in classes for the highest scoring entry and 6 grand championship sweepstakt cup for the highest scoring lot 1T the show,