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The Waterbury Democrat., 1933-03-24
Here, There And Everywhere

on, that is, there will be no more wire-tapping. no more purchase Of evidence by federal agents.
 What this new ruling does in et- feet is to shift all federal efforts at enforcement from the speak esies to the sources of supply. I-o- cal authorities may deal with places of sale at their own discre- tion: federal authorities will con- centrate upon places of manufac- ture. That this will mean relaxa- ton of enforcement in many com munities is undoubtedly true. That it will mean the elimination of some official abuses is also true. Colonel Woodstock himself admit ted that "there were undoubtedly abuses in respect to the purchase and consumption of intoxicating liquor" under the system of offi- cial purchase now terminated.
 The significant aspect of the whole matter is that the completed repeal of federal prohibition be- comes more and more imminent. Reduction of appropriations and relaxation of enforcement demand rapid state action that the farce may not be prolonged. That tax payers should be expected to con- tinue much longer paying for en- forcement of law now discredit- ed is ridiculous. But rapid action also demands equal speed in the preparation of substitute measures. Connecticut should be anxious to add it's approval to the repeal res- olution. But it must be equally anxious to provide adequate state control r. .t
The Waterbury Democrat., 1933-03-24
Freedom

Regarding the informal dictatorship" ex- ercised at Washington, lately. a travelled ob server says that large. part of the world is going to be ruled by dietators in the next few years. and we mighfa well get used to the idea. He finds himself surprised, as many of us do, by how lightly such things are taken nowadays and how quickly free people get used to them. Nations and races that fought for centuries to establish par liamentary rule. to limit the power of mon- archs and establish the rights of the people, now surrender their hard-won gains casually with sigh of relief
 Contemplating Italy, Germany, Russia, Greece and other countries now under one man rule, he wonders whether such concen- tration of power will come even to the Anglo-Saxon countries. Will tyranny sup plant democracy, with or without popular consent9 There need be no such fear in America, at any rate-nor in the British countries. Here we are still individuasts. We may be sure that the power which the people extend easily and quickly will be as promptly revoked if it is abused or when the need is past Our liberties will not be lost, at any rate. as long as our press-the great heritage of the Anglo Saxon race remains free. Freedom of the press is the guarantor of all other freedoms.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1933-03-24
THE EDITOR HAS ANOTHER BABY

I've just had a baby-as grand as they come. The cost was as follows:-
 (Lest there be confusion in the reader mind we had better explain that this is lettcr FROM an editor. It is the editor, and not the conductor of this column who has had another baby, The editor Is giving the conductor the low down about it, and the conductor thinks it may encourage some of the passengers. so we're inviting everybody to listen in.)
 The family doctor, who knows our case histories, is fond of us and wants to keep our trade charged $35-compete cost for at tenion before after and during. Nurse, two weeks, at $35 q week, grand gal who's been having babies for 20 years; not practicai nurse but a trained nurse who hasn't an KIN because people weren't as fussy about want ing titles in the days when she took her hos pital training and didn't Iuite finish it.... I'd choose her, full time at home, any day in preference to the part time of some stu dent nurse in a hospital.
 Asked the doctor what he needed for home hospital. He made up the list of ne- cessities they totaled $2.S4 at the local drugstore.
 Friends and neighbors donated the clothes some gifts and others cast-ons out grown by their own children but still usabie. However they neglected to include shirts in the layettc and had to buy two at 75 cents piece.
 The previous two were welcomed into this world on tho same easy payment plan and have no intention of changing the system for the next three.
 Here cndeth the tragic tale-or what lo of misguided people seem to consider a tragedy these days.
 asked the editors permission to print hei letter. She cordially consented. and gave me some additional data, which should interes others who considering having new baby instead of new car this year. The editor con tinues:
 l worked in the office for full six months and only quit then in acquiescence to conventional standards. For the next two months I went long walks, five or six miles two three times week, sometimes longer and sometimes more frequently. The doctor then ordered me to stop them; he isn't fogy and l guess he just didn't want tc run the risk of having to conduct, a delivery in-Creek. covered my sector for the cleo tion night news, making the rounds of poll ing places to get the final results and phone them to the paper just in time to summon the nurse and doctor. the baby was born at the moment Hoover conceded defeat.
 When woman of such calibre gives sucf fine example 1t makes the near-snobbery o namby- -pamby maternity look pretty cheap.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1933-03-24

Taxation of beer by the state is already under discussion in the Legislature. In fact, It was taken up some days before ultimate passage of the Cullen bill this week. The federal taxes to be levied include 1000 on the brewer in annual license fees and $5 on every barrel sold. The state in turn can tax the retailer by forcing him to procure annual licenses and no doubt it will be some such course of action that most of them will take. Then there will be restrictions on the sale. hours, etc. not to mention sale to minors. all of which each state must take into consideration For the members of the state board of finance and control beer tax revenue should prove a godsend. It will simplify to some extent balancing of the
The Waterbury Democrat., 1933-03-24

securing as much attention as possible we could mention several other places that would attract as many listeners as they now get at the west end of the Green, But VIC do think that eneroaehment on such property as monuments dedicated to patriotic citizens of the city should be inviolate from these inroads.
 If the city officials or police want to des- ignate meeting place for such future events, all we'll and good Nobody is trying to stop them so long as the law is observed and there is no indictment to riot or lawlessness. But peaceful sthese sessions may be they are not the type of talk that should be deliv- cred from the base of the Soldiers Monu- ment. We certainly hope that the scene of all such activities will be transferred from there immediately
The Waterbury Democrat., 1933-03-24
Norris Still Undaunted

It takes more than mere congressional op- position to Senator George w. Norris of Nebraska. This veteran legislator has en- gagged in more political battles than any two other men in Congress. Last year he ended long fight for elimination of all lame duck sessions with commitment of consti- tutional amendment to the states That has since passed and becomes effective on Octo- ber IS of this year. As outstanding as was his fight to change existing rules for sessions of Congress has been his defense of govern ment operation of Muscle Shoals. That looms today as one of the major points in the Roosevelt program and hence to Senator Norris will come more fame.
 But right at the present moment he IS concentrating his efforts towards another constitutional change. He has great hopes of aboishing for all time the electoral col slege. Many men have tried this and failed. Perhaps it remains for the doughty Norris to try his lance against the hitherto impreg- snable shield of the electoral college. The topic could be discussed for hours at a time without exhausting 1t. It is bone of con- fention wherever men meet with view of discussing national government.
 Senator Norris is introducing bis measure to kill the electoral college and permit in- dependent candidates for the fifth time to Congress. In the House sponsor of a similar bill is Representative Lea of California. Both are familiar with the subject and have written and spoken at great length on it. Many times now we wonder what practical purpose the electoral college serves. Very few people know its real purpose Originally it wasn't what it is today.
 In aetuality today the electoral college is nothing but formal bit of election machn- cry In the olden days the members of the college did assemble and did elect president and vice president by ballot. But today the electoral college merely represents the will of the electorate of majority of states and not necessarily majority of the voters. Senator Norris wants the president elected directly without any electoral college for mality. So do many other people, but when you try to remove time -honored in- stitution you've got to have plenty of pa fience. Senator Norris has that, so perhaps hell win this fight as he has several other long drawn out ones.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1933-03-24
QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
 PimDIcs

have pimples on my face. Which is best to eat, oatmeal or Ga proprietary cereal prepara. tiOn)? am avoiding starches, sweets, potatoes cocoa, tea coffee, nuts (G.G.)
 Answer-Oatmeal is good for any who likes it. Wheat Is in my Judgment the best cereal but should not recommend fricasseed or Habbergasted wheat. so long as the natural article is available, just as 1t comes from the threshnP machine. Send stamped envelope bearing your address and mention that you have pimples. don't know why yod should avoid any of the things you mention.
 Torn Cartilage
 Is there any cure for torn cartilegc i'm the l.nee? [ fell on it IS months ago and have not been nbIe tO enter into athletics slncc e. E) Answer The best remedy is surgical re- moval possibly anchoring of the loosencd torn cartilage.
 Water on the Brain
 is there such n condition as "watcr on th,. brain"? if SO. what arc the symptoms. and is there any cure for H? h VI
 Answer Yes. acute tuberculosis mcningi- ts. There Is no known cure for its
 Copyright John r. Dio Col
The Waterbury Democrat., 1933-03-24
Keep Of The Monument

Waterburys ex-servicemen acted in good faith in asking the city officials to stop all further mass meetings and outdoor rallies on inc Soldiers Monument at the west end of the Green. This was no attempt to stife the voice of public opinion or to prevent cit sizens expressing their opinions. It is simply a desire to preserve a monument that was not erected for the purpose of serving as grandstand for speakers with decidedly radical tendencies.
 For long time many citizens of Water bury have viewed these periodical meetings on the Soldiers Monument with considerable pncasiness. They realized full we'll that the pot was far from appropriate for such re. marks ss were being made If these organ izations that sponsor the talks arc dcsirous Of
The Waterbury Democrat., 1933-03-24
Why Not Fourth Prosecutor For The City Court Since No
 Retrements Are Forthcoming?

economize by the elimination of the job and will probably try to make a grand stand play on 1t in Hart ford. If 1t is reported unfavorably up there, he will be able to makesft a campaign issue next fall and if it passes, he will claim all the credit The sincerity of this bill can be questioned for the. reason that if the mayor Is really desirous of re- ducing expenditures he can start in his own departments. He has four lawyers in the corporation cOun- sc's office q tax attorney and q per- sonal tax collector who is also an attorney. He also has two secretar- ies and chauffeur. Why doesn't he do some cutting there? He can dispense with two lawyers in the corporation counseFs office and he would not be greatly incon- venienced if he also despensed with the tax attorney and the personal tax attorney and the retinue of as- sistants that hese offices keep.
 And the elimination of 8 job, es- pecially one held by lawyer, is wholly without precedent. It sim ply isn't done. So we can look too for this arrangement. That is we are more likely to have four pro- secutors than two. And it is not en- tirely outside of the possibilities that we may also have an addition- al clerk as solution of the mat ter.
 However, since most family squabbles are over little things, it would be interesting to try to sur mise the possible results of q pro- longed factional fight over the city court jobs. If it can be carried far enough it can go quite a ways. Let us take for instance our political holding company. Up till the pres- ent time 1t was made up of Mayor
The Waterbury Democrat., 1933-03-24
Time To Economize

In view of the fact that Waterbury's city court IS expected to show deficit for the first quarter ending March } of greater pro- portions than that incurred in the similar period of 1932 we can't help but see how the democratic administration will be forced to support the bill now before the Legisla- ture calling for abolshment of the office Of third prosecutor In the past week it has been freely rumored in legislative circles at Hartford that the Waterbury democrats were dropping opposition to the third prosecutor ship in view of trade that they were affect ing with republicans in division of the vari- sous appointive offices.
 3 There are few courts in the state as heav lily manned as Waterbury's. In addition to .the two judges with their eorrespondingly equal salaries they are now three prosecutors, ia clerk and an assistant and two probation sofficers, one man, one a woman Last year business in the Waterbury court showed lthe same falling off that it did in other 'courts throughout the state. However in Hother cities there was not the overhead at etached to running these tribunals. such as there is in Waterbury. As result Water bury showed deficit of over $30000 for
 
 the entire year. At the rate of business trans acted today by the court. l933 will eclipse eths record.
 sk Waterbury officials cannot very we'll then refuse to support an economy measure, such sas the one abolishing the third prosecutor. And furthermore examination of the bud get for 1893 will reveal that after May there is no provision made for paying third sprosecutor. This should be convincing proof lfo the legislators at Hartford that the city is eager to cut down the appointive posts in the city court. Failure of the Legislature to authorize elimination of the position would mean that after May the three prosecutors would have to divide up the work and also sthe salaries. We don't think that the city would make an extraordinary appropriation to cover the salary. However, the easiest way 9out of the entire matter is to drop back to the old method of two prosecutors. They can handle all the courts business these days.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1933-03-24
sAvIN ROCK AND GAMBLING
(New Haven Journal-Courier)

Among the measures awaiting action by the general assembly are two similar in that both concern Savin Rock and that both should fail of approval. There all similar ity ends. For one Is excellent in itself, Is out of step only with the present times, should be accorded a temporary dismissal; the other Is distinctly not advisable in itself, is out of step with this or any times, should be accorded a per- manent dismissal.
 It would be difficult to quarrel with the proposal for development of Savin Rock as a state park. The location is favorable and adequate ly organized, the district would make a fine addition to Connecti- cuts park system. But all citizens desirous of continued sanity in state finances can quarrel with the $25O, ,OOO appropriation sought for present development. The project Is a good one; but realization must wait the return of at least parial prosperity.
 The bill which would permit op- eration of wheels and other gam bling devices at Savin Rock and similar amusement resorts deserves little consideration. The consensus of West Haven, New Haven and neighbor communities was amply evidenced at the recent hearing be- fore the judiciary committee. Rep- resentatives of organizations from this territory with combined mem- bership or more than 10000 spoke in opposition. It may be true, as proponents of the measure suggest ed, that approval would supply some employment. wuold increase patronage at Savin. Rock. But the fact that the majority opinion Is definitely opposed argues that pas sage of the bill, by public reaction. would defeat Its very purposes. New Haven wishes Savin Rock success and prominence as an amusement resort. but 1t does not wish success and prominence se- cured through the operation of gambling devices.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1933-03-24

It has taken considerable pondering and discussing to figure out that April 7 would be the first day on which the sale of 3.Z per cent beer and wine is legal. However. capitol authorities pointed out that in the text of the Cullen measure it says, this act shall take effect on the expiration of l5 days after the date of its enactment. lnasmucb as the bill was signed on March 22 fifteen full days do not elapse until midnight, April 6. Therefore it is believed that at 12.0l a. m., April 7. legalized beer in the United States will 90 on sale. Of course, there will be some such legal ruling by the Treasury Department within the next few days And in the meantime the rest of us can be resur- recting the steins and mugs that we tenderly put away thirteen years ago. And if they can't be found, merchants are prepared to supply you each and every want to make your first glass of beer memorable one.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1933-03-24
O-O-O UP AND BEYOND

Many story is cooked up. This simple fact is true. But spice is added to the thing, As 1t goes sailing through.
 O-O--o. The quality of mercy is not strained. And apparently the same is true of the quantity.
 o-O-o
 It's the early book worm who very often lands the bet tor job.
 Many an attempted wise crack hides bleeding heart.
 o-O--O The man who looks at life through rose colored glasses is probably passionately fond of roses.
 O-O--O This concludes our regular Fri day evening program. It was broadcast by DBD and came to you through the courtesy of the Wa terbury Evening Democrat. pioneer in this type of newspaper work. We arc signing off at this time. to be buck agaln tomorrow.
 O--O--o Good night.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1933-03-24

Believe it or not, but Ohio has just gone and ratified an amendment. Yes sir, the child labor amendment to the Constitution. proposed by the 68th Congress in 1924. is still floating around the several states. This is the second time that Ohio considered the child labor amendment. Back in 1925 the House defeated it. Now both Senate and House have passed it. Ohio is the seventh state to adopt it. It has been rejected by 26 states, but there is nothing to prevent any one of these reconsdering. There is no time limit imposed in the amendment itself, so the chances of its being passed eventually are still good.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1933-03-24
To-day's Selected Poem
ALCAICS FOR MARCH

fJ. C. Kearns in the New York Sun) This month of rain. sleet, snow that Is come
 and gone Now blows it's breath strong over the hills and
 skies To fegn the might and strength of winter, Driving tho clouds and the crows from north
 lands This month of warmth. sun. spring that is come
 and gone Now blows ils breath bland over the hills and
 Hkics To feIgn thc gracc and bloom Of summer. Driving the clouds and the crows from south
 lands
The Waterbury Democrat., 1933-03-24
PROHIBITION CHANGES

(New Haven Journal-Courier)
 The current furor about banks and their reorganization to provide a. sound basis for reconstruction tends to obscure events commence rating the last days of prohibition. One of the few positive actions taken by the deceased and unin- mented lame-duck congress was curtailment of appropriations for enforcement and imposition of stringent restrictions upon enforce mcnt methods. Federal Prohibition Director Amos w. Woodcock has now put into immediate effect these restrictions which congress had dated for July first. From now
The Waterbury Democrat., 1933-03-24
ALONG THE LINE

The iron horse,
 One time was grand,
 Now trucks get cheers,
 Throughout the land.
 o-O--o
 Lager, not log rolling brought the beer bill. Now we'll try and see what ale's the country.
 o--O-O 8
 Wonder if the barkeeps will follow the idea of certain coffee company. In other words, insist on stamping the date on the can.
 o-O-o Women who sip the amber fluid will turn their noses up at pretzels and insist that saltines be served with the 3.2.
 And first thing you know the saloons will have a price war. They'll take their cue from the gas stations who juggle costs. You'll see such signs as this: Economy beer, 4 cents glass, glasses for 25 cents" Standard beer, cents q glass, 6 glasses for 25 cents.' High test beer with ethyl (dyed red) 10 cents q glass, glasses for 25 cents." Free air at the tables and a complete change of oil with every five dollar drunk" Have your radiator flushed with 3.2." You can get q good coat of simonizing by spending about $2.75." Don't stagger home, we make deliveries when $3 or more is spent by the customer" Have your chassis fabricated with our one shot fabrication. Takes the squcals out of your knees." "IIavve your free reeling unit touched up." "Try our 3.2 for more mileage. Beat in the long drunk" Drive in for service, stagger out for satisfaction" Get drunk in this city. Police patrol is equipped with ride control"
 O-O-O
 Roosevelt gained his point or beer. 3.2.
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The Waterbury Democrat., 1933-03-24

budget for the next biennium. There will be considerable pressure brought to bear to have control of beer manufacture and sale placed under the office of the county com misSioners, but public opinion is too strongly against any such move, for it to gain popu- larity. Connecticut will be we'll advised to create beer commission that ultimately may become its liquor commission and en- trust the task of regulating all sales trans- portation, and manufacture to this group.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1933-03-24
Good evening.
 o-O-o ON YOUR BIRTHDAY
"A SMILES THE ra,No.

As long as l can dream of you. .q. I'll try to feel I'm not alone, :. Though 1 may roam where scenes
 are new.
 I'll try to feel I'm not alone; Though there is no one at my side,
 When shadows hush at eventide, Externally, you will abide.
 To help me feel, I'm not alone.
 -O-O-o
 Governor Cross says a fixed elec- tric and gas charge is justifiable. Charley Allen sent him telegram to-day as follows: DEAR GOV- ERNOR STOP YOUR DECISION THAT FIXED CHARGE JUSTIIrI- ABLE GREAT STOP CONSIDER YOURSELF CONT CTIC U T LIGHTED AND POWERED FROM NOW ON STOP DROP IN STORE NEXT TIME YOU ARE IN WA TERBURY AND HELP YOUR SELF TO ANY GAS STOVE ON FLOOR STOP WE WILL ALSO ALLOW YOU TEN DOLLARS FOR OLD STOVE STOP ALLEN STOP.
 Eddie Udelowitz was also
 elated to-day at the governors stand. Eddie has always con- tended that the fixed charge was okay and the C. l.. & P. a pretty good company. Com ing from Eddie of the left wing, this means something.  The magicians are aroused be- | cause the ciggie ads are revealing their secrets. Lucky is unlucky for them.
 O-O-O Congress is beginning to figure that Roosevelt put something over on 1t. When you can get congress in a fig uring mood, there's hope for American civilization. O-O-O Roosevelt's new deal isn't find ling duplication at Hartford. They're shuffling cards from the same old political deck. Looks like | strip poker, with the tax payers being stripped. o-O-o
The Waterbury Democrat., 1933-03-24

Peppers, heralding the real arrival of spring, are yet to be heard in the suburban regions of Waterbury. Spring flowers have begun to put in an appearance, while pussy willows were in evidence in sheltered spots several weeks ago. However. we place real reliance on the peppers. Once they start their nightly vocal choruses it's time to get out the spade and digging fork for the annual preparation of the garden