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Hyder weekly herald., 1933-11-04

Western Canada Min n g News reports that a meeting was held October 20 to wind up the affairs of Georgia Riv- CT Gold Mines, Ltd, and to transfer the shares into Helena Gold Mines on the basis of one Helena for 3A Georgia River.
Hyder weekly herald., 1933-11-04

Dr. J. w. Vosburgh, Stewart medico, who has been enjoying a vacation in the south, ac- companied by Mrs. Vosburgh, returned home Monday even- ing.
Hyder weekly herald., 1933-11-04
ROOSEVELT STEADILY
 BOOSTING GOLD PRICE

price of gold in the United States have marked the devel- opment of President Rosevelt's new gold purchasing plan for controlling the value of the American dollar, since it's in- auguration a week ago We'd nesday.
 The initial price offered for gold on that day was $31.36 per ounce and subsequent of ferings have ranged steadily upward to as high as $32.36 Friday. In every instance the price fixed was considerably in advance of the world market price, that of the opening day being 27 cents above the Lon- don market. Later offerings ranged to more than $1 above London quotations on the same day.
 Financial experts point out that the Presidents plan to re- duce through gold price con- trol the abnormal purchasing power of the dollar, and there by increase the low prices of commodities, is in effect "de- valuating" the dollar. Also it is designated as controlled in- flation," (of commodity val ues) as opposed to unlimited "inflation," the issuance of unsecured paper currency or ''fiat" money, which is conced- edly an effective but highly dangerous method of increas- ing commodity values.
 Viewed from another eco- homie angle, the aim is really "reflation" of commodity val ues by bringing the purchasing power of the dollar to a level comparable to the one existing prior to the depression, there by restoring commodity prices to approximately the same lev el as in pre-depression years, with 1926 prices as the index" or average of that period.
 Expressed in still another way it means that the purchas- ing power of the dollar had reached a point where it was Impossible for business to make a profit, maintain em- ployment, pay wages or meet debts, and this condition is to be overcome by slowly devalu- ating the dollar by controlling the dollar value, as measured in terms of gold. As the dol lar value is decreased commod- ity prices will automatically increase for the reason that the devalued dollar will buy a lesser quantity of goods.
 The latest move in the Presi- dents price-lifting by dollar control policy was to extend his gold purchasing activities to foreign countries, with the object of fortifying his com modity price raising drive against foreign influ e e s, which, it is charged, are oper-
The Waterbury Democrat., 1933-03-09

his work with modicum of favorable pub Iicity. Now that Bingham is gone he may cope into bis own. Certainly he has made a forward step in securing membership on the highly important finance committee. There was only one vacancy on the g.o.p. side of this committee and Wslcot secured it.
 Now Senator Walcott is member of both the finance and banking and currency committees. There is only one other re- publican member of the Senate as powerfully placed as this. He is Senator Couzens of Michigan. Couzens outranks Waleott on the finance committee. but the latter out ranks Couzens on the banking and cur rency committee which is due to become something more than dumping groupd for members for whom party leaders had no place. With banking reforms indicated it looks as if the banking and currency com mittee would come into its own.
 At any rate for the time being the republi- can senator from Connecticut is going to be a mighty busy individual and also power ful one among his colleagues. And that isn't bad for man who is only serving his first time in the Senate. We'd say that Senator Walcott was going to carry on where Hiram A. Bingham left off. It was mighty fortu- nate day for the Norfolk man when he de- cided to give up banking and devote some time to politics. His advancement has been rapid and accompanied by accomplishment Mir Rorabaek did not make any mistake in backing this legislator or in pushing him forward ere his political sun had arisen.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1933-03-09
The Helpful Quail

Some states protect the bobwhite the year around. In others it is treated as game bird and is at the mercy of sportsmen during the hunting season. Even if there were no other advantage in protecting quail. strong utilitarian reason is set forth in Nature Magazine. which says: Where bobwhites are cared for in winter. and are protected from hunters throughout the whole year. these birds have become so numerous and SO tame that the spraying of potato vines with poison to kill beetles is not necessary, because all these insects are eaten by bob whites"
 By the simple process of not killing eer- tain harmless and attractive birds, potato crops are improved and money is saved which otherwise would have to be spent for spraying. A more civilized and less bloodthrsty posterity may wonder that we ever shot birds and wild animals for mere sport, and that we were also so stupid as to kill creatures which nature seems to have de- signed to help rather than hinder the work of suppressing harmful insect and rodent pests.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1933-03-09
Federal Incorporation

Blue sky laws are not substitute for sound, uniform laws governing ineorpora- tion." says Richard Whitney. president of the New York Stock Exchange. A great deal of the blame for the film-flamming of the public through worthless or overpriced securities has been placed undeservedly on the Stock Exchange. That institution. pri- marily a security market rather than gambling house. has long been urging the publication of corporate reports presenting the facts about securities listed. and serving as clear indication of their earning capacity. This is made difficult by the great differ ence in corporate requirements in the differ ent states. Companies can pick their own rules by choosing the state to incorporate in.
 Mir Whitney. like innumerable other critics, would like to see federal incorporation law. prescribing rules for the protection of investors which could not be evaded. This would make the federal government the source of corporate powers. instead of the states. If it cannot be accomplished because the states are SO jealous of their rights then the thing to strive for is uniformity in the state corporation laws. The federal plan is simpler
The Waterbury Democrat., 1933-03-09

Spring is just around the corner in the United States. And already migration to- wards the Great Smoky Mountain National Park is under way. Naturalsts will descend on this magnificent outdoor paradise in large numbers this year, for there are many of its natural wonders that are as yet unknown to man. In addition recently inaccessible re- gions have been opened to the public. Read ing about the national park in recent issue of the Pathfinder, Senator Capper's newsy periodical, we note that 50 far 563 different kinds of flowers have been identified, some varieties of which are blooming from the last frost to the first. One spot changes its colors like chameleon. During the spring the ground is covered with a white carpet of anemones. Violets and trilliums come next turning the carpet to blue and yellow. From violet time on the landscape is an everchang- ing confusion of color as laurel, orchids, as- ters. daisies. and hundreds of other flowers come and go. And this spot is simply what the entire country was once upon tlme allowing of course, for climate changes and regional differences. The Great Smoky mountains are the last frontiers of once great wilderness Let us hope that. although now open to the public they will retain their virginal robes.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1933-03-09
Plenty Of Kicking

If there IS any increase in the tax on gaS- oline imposed by Connecticut 1t will be con- trary to public opinion judging by the ex- pression of opinions at legislative hearings in Hartford this week. You would naturally expect opposition to any increase in the state tax from the gasoline companies; but there were more obpectors present than merely representatives of firms whose receipts might be affected by decreased consumption. And It is fact that can be attested to with actual figure that states, where the gasoline tax IS mounting, are realizing less under the high taxes than they did under the lower ones.
 Incidentally the finance committee re- ceived hearty protests against the plan to divert part of the gas tax receipts for other purposes. One suggestion was that the state parks might receive certain share. That was the mildest of this type of legislation being demanded. As Lucius F. Robinson of Hartford chairman of the state forest and park commission, said, everybody who goes to state park today uses an automobile and
 naturally increases gasoline consumption. True but if the state should allow such diversion of funds it would have to do the same Tn other respects
 That would be perfectly good argument for diversion of all gas taxes collected in Fair field county for construction of the Merritt E Highway. That also has been suggested but will, we know. be drowned upon by leg islators. Connecticut is in a rather envl- able position right now SO far as gas taxes are concerned. They are just about as high as they ever should go The idea today shouldn't be to increase taxes, but to lower them And adding to the gas taxation IS simply an easy way out of difficult situa- ton. Motorists contribute a good share of the states income without making it larger. It's over 40 per cent. we believe. That's more than fair share when you stop to consider that probably 50 per cent of the motorists are property taxpayers. too.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1933-03-09
Our Daily Washington Letter
Secret Service on the Job
BY RODNEY BUTCHER

tive who has been personal body guard and friend of the Roosevelt family for four years, will have something to say about 1t. And in the second, the Secret Service men will probably have nothing to say, but will silently and unob- trusively place themselves at his side.
 All this is the "at home" ar- engagement. The really compli- cated arrangements are made when the president goes on. a trip. Then every foot of the pro- jected route is surveyed before- hand, possible places for attack noted, steps taken to guard them. A "mine-sweeper" train always precedes the presidential train, and the vice-president and presi- dent are not allowed to travel on the same train. A Secret Service auto, which is @ rolling arsenal, must always follow the presiden- tial auto, and on the road no car is allowed to pass it.
 Because one nearly successful attempt has already been made on Roosevelt's life, it is certain that he will feel, even more than his predecessors, the light but firm hand of Uncle Sam's Secret Service always on his shoulder.
 The Secret Service was created after the Civil War. Up to that time, and for some time after ward, presidents were guarded by private detective agencies. But after the assassination of Presi- dent Mckinley, the Secret Service was given the job, and they have had it ever since.>
The Waterbury Democrat., 1933-03-09
Scrip Not Needed

Now that the idea of scrip has been firmly imbedded in the minds of most of us, 1t IS rather difficult to follow the thought of those financiers and money experts who de- clare that its issuance is not needed Of course. we are glad to read that it won't be necessary to issue scrip. Naturally people would prefer to finger something that gives them a feeling of more tangible security. Actually speaking piece of scrap might be as valuable as a piece of currency. Certainly 1t would have to have more security be- hind it. since scrip must be protected by twice its face value in sound collateral But we are so accustomed to present day currency that to replace it is like amputation. We find it hard to reconcile ourselves to the loss of something familiar.
 Speaking on the fact that scrip isn't needed Professor James Harvey Rogers of Yale University declares that the Federal Reserve system can utilize powers delegated to it that will prove Much sounder. more efficient. and wiser procedure than any other method of supplying currency in the pres- ent emergency" than issuing scrip. He con- tinued. Should by any chance the demands for currency exceed those easily met by the Federal Reserve banks, the Reconstruction Finance Corporation could supply quickly any excess demanded. In fact the total of our usual sound currency which could thus be put out exceeds very greatly that possi- ble under the scrip plan
 ''The general use of scrip at the present time introduces many unnecessary compliea- tions. It is sure, for example. to make set- i. dement's between banks in various parts of the country uncertain and unsatisfactory. Many important readjustments in our bank clearing machinery would be necessary and while such readjustments were being made, intersectional trade would necessarily suffer. All such complications at this time should be avoided In cases where local situations have been met by issuance of some form of scrip, it can be and should be gradually replaced by Federal Reserve currency.
 Dow. Jones and Company seems to echo that sentiment for in a statement issued yes- terday it declared that scrip wasn't necessary. . It stated that Indications now are that clearing house certificates will be used here only for settling balances between banks. as was the case in 1907, when the New York public did not receive any of the certificates as substitute for regular currency. It is believed that such scrip would be super fluous and unnecessary in New York city where Federal Reserve member banks are adequately provided with paper to redis- count in return for currency at the reserve bank .." That would seem to be enough weight to scrap the scrip plan and enable people at the same time 10 secure without delay or discomfort proper form of paper money readily negotiable, likewise accept table,
The Waterbury Democrat., 1933-03-09
A NEW LABEL

(New Haven Journal-Courier)
 When Governor Cross signed the bill on Saturday last changing the name of Connecticut State college, college to Connecticut State college, he gave the ultimate legislative ap- proval to a sensible shift of titles. To the sentimentalist it might seem appropriate that the measure elim- mating the agricultural name should have been signed with a pen traditionally agricultural, a special feathered pen brought to Hartford by Dr Charles c. Mo- Cracken, president of the institu- tion.
 Considered from any angle, ex- cept that of tradition, the change is thoroughly Justified. Here is no arbitrary ruling against the wishes of all directly concerned, but a shift which answers requests or alumni and which renders the off, cial title more representative of the Storrs institution as it Is today. Though 1t is true that the college was originally instituted as an ag- ricultural school, 1t is also true that less than 20 per cent of the pres ent students are enrolled in the di- vision of agriculture. And gradu- ates who have sought to obtain positions in other fields have testi- fled that the name of their alma mater imposed definite disadvant- age.
 It is significant of the advisabil- ity of a change that at the judiciary committee hearing on the bill, the only serious objection was present. ed by a representative of Connec- ticut College for Women at New London, who stated that a confu- sion of names might occur. But certainly the state which supports
The Waterbury Democrat., 1933-03-09

Washington - They may talk all they like about Franklin D. Roose- welt becoming dictator" on enter ing the White House, but the U. s. Secret Service knows it isn't so.
 Because for at least four years, Roosevelt will be in some respects under their orders, and won't be able to tell them a thing. The scarcely leave his side during of the Treasury Department. The president can't even order them to go away. Their orders from the secretary of the treasury are defi- mite: they are responsible for the safety of the president and his family, whether he likes it or not.
 Roosevelt, who has been under especially heavy guard since the attempted assassination at Mi- ami, is expected to chafe some what under these restriction. His progress north from Miami, dur ing his last visit to New York as a private citizen, and to Washing ton for his inauguration were practically parades between lines
  that is one place where the pres- ident hasn't any choice.
 30 Men on the Alert
 Uncle Sam has 30 Secret Service men assigned to the White House. The acting head of this detail or picked and experienced men IS Richard Jervis. He has filled this responsible gpost for many years. a suave, handsome gentlemen who might easily be taken for adiplo- mat if it weren't for a certain steely glitter that comes into his eyes sometimes, and the feeling you get that he is looking right through you. which, nine chances in ten, he is.
 Jervis hasn't been on the White House detail all these years for nothing. He can spot the fanatic, the paranoiac, at a glance. And the way he handles the harmless nut is a revela- ton that makes you realize that his diplomatic appearance is not out of place after all. Most Of the simple, harmless cases of de- rangement that drift to the White House are patted on the back and sent away happy.
 The second in command of this White House detail, Colonel B. w. Startling, is one of the best quick trigger revolver shots in the country. He's credited with hav- ing saved Clemenceau's life during the Peace Conference.
 Startling was in car behind Clemenceau's when an assassin stepped forward in the crowd and leveled a revolver at the premier. In 8 flash Starling's gun was out and a bullet cut through the gun hand of the assassin.
 Never Pass 8 President
 If Franklin Roosevelt has any idea of sneaking unannounced out of the White House on little expeditions of his own, as T. R.. used to do, he's probably due for a surprise. In the first place, Gus aennerich, the New York detec-
The Waterbury Democrat., 1933-03-09
A Book a Day
by BRUCE CATION
The Trials
 Of A Sailor

O1 A OdllOl
 Master of his universe while at sea. and helpless child when ashore-that is the old-time sea captain as presented in Mother Sea-" a novel by Felix Riesenberg.
 We get here the picture of an energetic young salt who becomes master of a square-rigged ship in the dying days of sail, at the close of the 18th century. He has fight his way to the top over a rough road, and just as he gets there he finds the world has changed and the sailing ships era is over; so he has to shift to steam, stepping down to tie position of third mate on a transatlantic liner to begin theclimb all over again.
 When he is actually at sea the man is superb, but when he comes ashore he founders; and some thing along the same line can be said of MT Riesenberg himself.
 While he is describing life at sea "a hurricane off Cape Hatteras the wanderings of 8 rickety tramp steamer, the salvaging of a dere- lict, the way in which the sea molds a mans life and sets him apart-Mr Riesenberg is not far from being 8 really great writer. But when he tells of his hero's ad- ventures ashore, where he makes an ill-advised marriage and gener- ally acts like a fish out of water, his skill seems to desert him.
 The book, consequently is un- even. But the good parts are very numerous and very good, the tale itself is an exciting one, and those who like sea stories are urgently advised not to miss this one.
 Published by Claude Kendall, Mother Sea" sells for $2.50.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1933-03-09

ples state forest. This would have provided fine swimming hole for the thousands who frequent this spot during the warm summer months The proponents declared that once upon time the Pennington river contained many swimming holes. Today there aren't any. We sympathize with this plaint. but we must also agree with Rep. Dannenberg of Bridgeport that state swimming pool at a cost of S25,000 is perhaps more than we can afford right now. Still something might be done about it without letting the state in for such sizeable expenditure. The idea is certainly a good one.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1933-03-09
So They Say

With our population stabilized at approximately 170,0O0.000 ns 1t will be in 50 years, technology can make the American dream of we'll being and happiness for all re- ality. Prof Jesse H. Newton, Teachers
 college, Columbia university.
 We know so little about the per- sons with whom we spend our lives that nowadays we have no friends. but only illusions. -Dr Harry Stark Sullivan, psychi-
 atrist.
 I thnik that 1t is fortunate for the wealthy that the poor cannot attend the symphony concerts. Great music would disturb the poor, and I feel that this eventu- ally would disturb the wealthy. Arthur Franck, writer, lecturer.
 Agriculture is suffering from iron debts and rubber money. Louis John Tabor of the Na-
 tional Grange.
 Fifty to 100 years should. be suf- ficient comrneNlorasion by a statue for numbers of men so honored. -Dr William Foxley Norris, dean
 Of Westminster.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1933-03-09
ENFORCING AMENDMENTS

Editor of the Democrat:
 The problem of the ratification of an amendment to repeal the Eighteenth Amendment lies before the voters of Connecticut. To rati- fly or not to ratify is the question. Colonel Woodcock states that more men will be needed to enforce the new amendment than he now has in his federal prohibition force: Ex-Attorney General Mitchell says that any one who thinks that, with our present means of trans. portation, the second section of the new amendment CAN be en- forced Is mistaken. Many are op- posed to the Eighteenth Amend ment because they htink it can't be enforced. Why ratify another
 MARY B. wELLES
 Hartford, Conn.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1933-03-09
A CAPABLE MAN <
(Hartford Times)

Senator Lonergan has announced his purpose to recommend to Att torney-General Cummings the appointment of David A. Wilson, democratic state chairman as United States attorney for Con- necticut.
 MT Wilson was postmaster of Hartford during the administra- tions of woodrow Wilson. The present recommendation will not surprise Connecticut, which is well aware of the friendship which ex- ists betwene the senator and his nominee.
 MT Wilson is not the only candi- date for the office and it is not necessary to make any invidious comparisons. It may, however, be said that there is full confidence in his ability and character.
 He is one of the leaders in the Hartford county bar, a lawyer of ability, man of character. If he 1 appointed to the office Connecti- cut will be satisfied that 1t will be we'll administered.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1933-03-09
Here, There And Euerytuhere

a college may use it's own name for that institution, disregarding any private school which happens to have a similar title. And cer- tainly the now official label, Con- necticut State college, is more ap- propriate than that suggested by many alumni, The University of Connecticut. For the school at Storrs remains distinctly a college, is not, in the true sense of that word, university.
 The title now approved Is accu- rate, truly representative of mod ern circumstances. But we expect that no official ruling will change the familiar nickname; that, de- spite pronouncements from the capitol, the institution will remain for most of the states citizenry the same old "Storrs.'
The Waterbury Democrat., 1933-03-09

Any man who can afford a half-acre gar- den this summer will save himself $l68.33. according to H. R. Niswonger. extension horticulturist at North Carolina State Col lege. He says We usually do not think of the cash value of a garden in system of self-sustaining farming. but records kept for us last year by "A farm families show this plot of land to be an importan asset. The average size of the family from which the records were secured was six. The garden plot of land to be an important asset. The and fertilizers cost $4.77. Returns in fresh vegetables were valued at $l68.33 above the cost of seeds and fertilizer"