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The Waterbury Democrat., 1934-01-06
GRADE CROSSING
 DEATHS IN YEAR
Accidents Decreased By One But Three More
 Lost Their Lives

Hartford. Conn, Jan -(U.P.)- Grade crossing accidents decreased by one although three more per sons lost their lives during the year ending September 30, 1883, a re- port of the State Public Utilities Commission showed to-day.
 There were 23 grade crossing ac- cidents in that 12-month period as compared to q corresponding per iod the previous year. the report stated. Last year IS persons were killed:
 Other items in the report listed
 A loss of $433,238 in operation of motor busses in the state for that period.
 A decrease in operation revenues of electric light companies Of $930, ,40S. A decrease in revenue of gas companies of $G40,557.
 A profit of $253,G98 to munici. pality owned electric power sys. tems.
 A profit of $31.05G to municipal- ity owned gas systems.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1934-01-06
Prices Went Higher in Very Dull Session of the Market
BURGLARS ENTER
 GROCERY STORE
If the Door Bell Rang Michael Corey Did Not
 Z. Hear It

Did the COW bell ring or did Michael A. Corey of 2S Williams stret slumber through all the ex- citement in his store early this morning? MT Corey's non-patented burglar alarm may have sounded, but the owner doesn't know. He took a little medicine last night be- fore retiring and when he awoke to-day he, discovered that burglars had ransacked his store, a few feet from where he slept and car- ried away $15 in smokes and $1O in cash.
 When Lieutenant William Pol lard and Detective Connie Shana- han called to investigate MT Corey exhibited the COW bell and ex- plained that 1t was attached to the door in such Q manner as to ring when anyone entered. But MT Corey doesn't know whether his scheme functioned or not. The burglars might write him letter and explain that 1t was the medi- cine and not te COW bell that was at fault.
 Another minor "break" of the night was reported by Nick Dad done, who runs small smoke shop and shoe shine parlor on the corner of South Main and Scovill streets. Someone raided his store last evening and took $3 from the cash register and about $10 in cigarettes and cigars.
 Lieutenant Pollard and Connie Shanahan also visited this place, but there were no COW bells in evidence. Both breaks were ac- complished in the same manner. A section of glass was removed from the front door and the lock turned
The Waterbury Democrat., 1934-01-06
VALLEE DIVORCE
 NOT YET SETTLED
Five Justices of the New York Appellate Court
 Will Decide

New York, Jan G-UP)-The five conservative justices of the staid appellate court were expected to render decision next week on the question of whether Rudy Val lee, torch singer, should be en- joined from seeking divorce from his beautiful wife, Fay Webb Val lee in any state other than New York.
 The justices heard the case ar- gued at some length yesterday, particularly by Samuel Gottlieb. Vallce's counsel, who charged that through use of Il dictaphone his client had evidence to show his wife intended to elope with an un- named man on a tramp steamer.
 His client, GOttlicb said, would be able to get n divorce in any country in the world"
 The charge was denied by Mrs Vallee's attorney. He said that Valleo had threatened 10 divorce her tn Mexico without her knOwl- edge unless he agreed to his terms for a parting here.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1934-01-06

(Continued from Page D concrete curbing was constructed on Circuit avenue, Bank street and Cooke street and sidewalks on ap- proximately 175 streets were re- paired. Curbing was repaired on 50 streets and cobble gutters were repaired on 75 streets.
 The list of streets oiled is over $50 in length. There are 35 bridges and walks in the city and out of this total 24 were either repaired or entirely refioored during the year.
 The asphalt plant was started in operation last April 10th for the spring, summer and fall season and 3,186,250 puonds of binder mix and 5,841,000 pounds of top ping mixture were turned out. In the manufacture of this material 3,200 barrels of Trinidad asphalt were used.
 An extensive check-up on motor traffic throughout the city was conducted during the year, also, the purpose being to eliminate in the future bottle necks which considerably hinder the flow of traffic. The work of the street de- partment in repairing practically all the autos owned by the city is pointed to in the report. A con- siderable saving to the city result ed
The Waterbury Democrat., 1934-01-06
MASS. KEEPS UP
 BATTLE ON CRIME
Two Boston Cab Drivers Arrested as Suspects in
 Theater Murder

Boston, Jan 6.-UP) )-Massa- chusetts police forces, in the second full day of their coordinated war on gunmen, today arrested two Boston cab drivers as suspects Tn connection with the staying of Fred Sumner, bill poster, during the holdup of the Paramount theater in Lynn Tuesday.
 Determination of authorities to wipe out the persistent crime wave of recent months was further em- phasized today in Brockton where Patrolman Frank Cavanaugh fired two shots In efforts to capture a youth found breaking into Main Street fruit store. The youth es- caped, but the officer secured q good description of him.
 In Lynn yesterday Patrolman Ralph Winsor shot and killed Charles E. Flynn, 25, paroled burglar, who tried to escape after being found jimmying the window of hat shop.
 Lynn and Boston police raided a Brighton apartment today and ar rested Clement Molway. 22, and Louis Berrett, 20, taxi drivers. as suspects in connection with the brutal slugging and shooting of Sumner during a holdup which gave three bandits only few hun dred dollars.
 The two men were taken to Lynn and Molway was near collapse after a long grilling. Eight employees of the Paramount theater were to view the pair. Meantime police sought third suspect.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1934-01-06
By ELMER c. WALKER fnIfnd Prasa Financial Ediff


 New York, Jan 6.-(UP)-Priees crept higher in a dull session on the stock exchange today, while fluctuations narrowed in United States government issues and com modities were firmer.
 Chrysler was the outstanding feature in activity. It came out in long strings at declining prices and touched 53 3-4 off 1-2 points be- fore encountering moderate sup port. Other automobile issues also met the usual profit-taking that comes when the automobile show opens. The issues had bene bid up in demonstration preceding the show.
 Aside from the motors there were few soft spots. Chemicals met a little selling, but failed to lose much ground. Oils fluctuated irregularly as did farm equip ments, and mercantile issues. The latter had good news in their fa- vor in the form of sharp gains in sales reports.
 Demand increased for Trans America and it rates among the most active stocks on the board. Buying was stimulated by resump- tion of dividends on the issue.
 Steel shares held small gains despite news from Youngstown that operations in that district for the coming week would be down 6 points at 26 per cent of capacity. The Hull is expected only to be temporary with a pickup due soon as automobile plants swing into heavy operations on new models U. $. Steel moved over a halt point area through the short ses- sion.
 Manhattan Elevated 7 per cent guaranteed stock scared points to 27 and other fractions moved up smaller amounts. This rise was set
The Waterbury Democrat., 1934-01-06
Retailers See More
 NRA Gains For 1884
Claim Recovery Cut Increased Business Beyond High
 est Expectations for Last Half 1033

Washington, Jan 6-Paying tri- bute to the part which the MIRA played in creating retail sales in- creases beyond expectations during the last half of 1883, leading mer- chants predicted continued gains in 1894 in telegraphic and local sur vey conducted by the New York Times. From every section were reports that q rising sales trend features the new year.
 My associates and I are enthus- isatic believers in the supporters of NRA," wired A. H. Burchfield, president of Joseph Horne Co.,, of Pittsburgh. Trend of most indiccs indicates continued improvement during 1884. l expect 15 to 20 per- cent increase in sales over 1933."
 Louis E. Kirstein, vice president of William Filene's Sons Co.,. Bos- ton, said: "1933 has been of sur passing interest. The change from panic to confidence was most inn pressive. This is exemplified in re- tailing activity and is one of many indications promising for 1884. Un- doubtedly MIRA is greatly respon- sible for these excellent results. Retailers the country over are now
 in accord with it. NRA will con- tinue to use it's vast power to lift wage levels to increase purchasing power, and to stabilize production"
 Paul Fl. Nystrom, president Linn itcd Price Variety Stores associa- tion, said: "The spring and sum- mer months should show decided improvement. The depression is passing. The beneficial effects of MIRA are slowly but surely making themselves felt"
 E. P. Simmons, vice president and general manager of Sangor Brothers, Dallas, said: Recent holiday sales exceeded the most optimistic expectations. The first 6 months of 1894 will undoubtedly continue to show substantial sales increases over 1893, I believe re- tailers, under the refining influences of MIRA, will make big progress in eliminating common evils of the retail business"
 "Every indication Is that com modity prices will be stronger in 1884 and that the retail business vii continue its present upturn. l think the president has given Us brilliant leadership wired r. M' Mayfield, president Scruggs. Van dervoort, Barney Dry Goods Co.,. of St Louis.
 "The activities of the adminis- tration in it's determined endeavor to increase employment has had a decided effect toward improved conditions" wired r. G. Winnett, president Bullock's. Inc, Los An geles. "The instructive experience of the preceding years and les sons learned were applied to good advantage in 1883. Rules of good business have ben followed, among them direction of expenditures and control o fstocks within carefully established limits"
 Earl c. Sams, president J. c. Benny Co.,, said: steady strength ening of commodity and merchant disc prices largely ended the ab-
The Waterbury Democrat., 1934-01-06
Proclamation Of7he Mayor To Promote Public Interest With Vets OfForeign Wars

Mayor Frank Hayes this morning issued proclamation to promote greater understanding between tho Veterans of Foreign Wars and the public at large in conjunction with tho nationwide observance of ". D. w. Week." January 9th 10 18th inclusive.
 Tho proclamation follows;
 Whereas, the e0nvening of Con- gress, at Washington, D. C., in January denotes the intensive con alteration of matters of public in' teregt, and
 Whereas. important iegIslation. affecting the general welfare Of thls community and all other com munitioa throughout the country, iS 10 ba submitted to COnRreas, by fho Veterans of Foreign Wars of hie United States, represented ln ihla city by tho Wheeler. Young post No 2Di, and.
 Whereas, the service rendered co fhls community and to the country
The Waterbury Democrat., 1934-01-06
BISHOP PERRY
 WAS IGNORED

New York, Jan 6-fUPD--The 23d Annly.rf2ry of tho e0nsecra. ion tO the EplseOpaiH 0f tho Most Rev Jnmos DeW0lf l'efrs. presld- Ing bishop Of tho Protestant EplB, eOpni church and bishop of Rhode services in ihe ehapoi of the Church MlAslOns house,
 Bishop Perry was born ln iB7I. and ordained s5 gears ihlar, In 1911 bo wnH cODheeraied in IlbOd0 Island,
The Waterbury Democrat., 1934-01-06
Illegal Plumbers
 Draw Court Fines
Jacob A. Zunas and Thomas Delaney Guilty of Prac.
 ticing Trade Without Licenses

Two unofficial plumbers were found guilty in city court today oi practicIng their trade without the necessary permit from the board of works. The evidence against them was obtained by James J
 Walker, city plumbing inspe ctor.
 In the case of Jacob A. Zunas 50. of 154 Highland avenue. MT Walker stated that he has had considera ble trouble convincing the accused that he needed a license The defendant is regarded as a good workman, but lacks the of. ficial sanction to work at the trade MT Walker admitted that he in- formed Zunas that he could con. meet gas stoves, building gutters DerfOrm A few featS in steam fit
The Waterbury Democrat., 1934-01-06

ting. but such work was not plumbing and he was not officially interested In it. Zunas was fined $5 and costs.
 Thomas Delaney, 46, of 105 Green street, is said to have ad- vertised the fact that he is a plumber. In the eyes of the law, however, he is not licensed and therefore cannot be regarded as a member in good standing. He was fined $2 and costs.
 The case of William Mccormack, 22. of 50 Mitchell avenue, was nolled. He was arrested Thurs day evening seven minutes after stealing Dr G. l.. Whitright's car. The complaint was amended today from theft of an automobile 10 taking q car without permission. The states principal witness was not inclined to prosecute and the charge was dropped.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1934-01-06
ANOTHER LAW
 WAS ENFORCED

Berlin, Jan G--(UP)--Tbe law providing for emasculati0n of men guilty of sexunl crimes was in' uosod for the first time today on L b4 year old wOrkmhn charged with m offense against morals ni nOerIitz.
 rho law is separate from lhAs urOVldlng for forced sterilization of persons suffering from inherit hbIo mnlndieg. fn that eAs0. men and women are 10 be nnde sterile Ly 0perniIOn when authorities nfN rGndv tO begin enforcement Fer. hapa 100000 per sons are subject if HtarIlifatl0n,
The Waterbury Democrat., 1934-01-06

as q whole, by the members of the organization, embrace not only armed service in time of war but also valuable support of all nctiv- lties tending to improve citizen ship. and develop n higher stand ard of Americanlsm. it is my plons- ure and privilege ns mayor Of the City of Waterbury, State Of Con necticut. to hereby designate md
 ProclaIm the week of January 9th to January 18th inclusive, as ". Y. W. Week.. for the purpose of promoting greater understand. . Ing between thls nnizatiOn and the public nt large. md to urge inc |symphthetIc cooperation of all eli. lXsnH with the members of Amer. lch'a Gold Chevr0D Order he Veterans of Foreign Wars Of the uniied Hialer
 SlRnosi ...
 fnANk HAYES, AnyOr,
The Waterbury Democrat., 1934-01-06
Auto Issues Were The
 Feature OF ActiDity
ChrysIer Dropped Down Point and Half Before It
 Gained Some Support

off by progress being made in transit unification here. It was predicted to-day that transit uni fication would probably be con- summated by April l.
 Utilities generally presented q firm tone in dull turnover. Rail- road issues were up small amounts on better than seasonal showing in car loadings. Communications held steady around the previous close, Wet stocks were up slightly as were gold issues,
The Waterbury Democrat., 1934-01-06
LAWYERS HOME
 BURCLARIZED

Bridgeport, Jan 6-GP) -PO- lice today sought robbcr who last night stole several thousands of dollars worth of jcwelry from the nome of Attorney David $. bay and escaped after threatening | maid who surprised him in q guest room.
 Eleanor Gleade, the maid. said she heard noise in the room and upon entering found young man stuffing his pockets with jewels. She screamed and he rushed at her. she said. making faces" and waving his arms in a threatening manner. He escaped through door leading to second story porch.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1934-01-06
By ELMER C. WALZER le<.<F Upr,~.a.s WNanaw.<.lAn U~xulA.

NGHItGNA ECbS hBhuCnAh IANHNuEsl ~ New York. Jan G--(UP)-WaI Street was thrown off balance thii week by President RooseveIt't Startling announcement the gov. efnment would have to float $l0,. O00,0O0,000 bonds-$6,00 900 0,000 of them new bonds, between now and July l.
 ,lf Stocks declined on the week as did bonds and most commodities while the dollar advanced against foreign exchange. United States government issues were weak in the latter part of the week after carly firmness.
 Treding in all markets was of the usual first of the year variety. This years was even duller than Ordinarily since 1t market the as- sembling of congress. Some dis appointment came with the presi- dents message in that 1t contained no specific requests for legislation; said little about the monetary pol icy, and failed to reiterate his stand on commodity prices. How ever. the budget message delivered on Thursday was pointedly specific and frank with the highlights the huge financing needs and estimate the government debt soon would would mount to around $32,00O,- 000.00.
 Wall Street concluded the gigan- tic financing operation could be done without serious difficulty, but traders were reticent about mak- ing commitments until more def mite legislative policies were forth coming.
 Many traders concluded the gov ernment financing operations would involve imitation of credit. When the financing operations are complete these vast reservoirs of credit will be loosed to the benefit of business and agriculture, fac- tor that should bring a moderate boom. On the whole the entire plan has infiationary tendencies, 1t was said, which should benefit markets.
 In stocks the utilities made the best showing of any of the major groups. In the lesser divisions, the aviation shares stood out promin- ently especially in the Friday ses- sion. Metal issues were depressed moderately for the week as were TAILS, SLeeIS, anu ldTIH tpulpiliShlS' Chrysler was heavily sold In the automobile division which closed the woke lower. American Tele- phon elost more than points, but other communications were firm on hopes of early consummation of the govsrnment-inspired com muuications merger.
 Most lines of industry made the usual seasonal decline due at this time. Retail trade, However. was exceptional, being aided by cold weather in many parts of the country. New impetus in industry waD lokoed for in the near future.
 Automobile makers and rail- roads were expected to provide business for steel companies on q fairly large scale. The decline in prices of stocks of the motors was a normal one. The usual pro- cedure is to bid them up sharply
The Waterbury Democrat., 1934-01-06
INVESTMENT STOCKS
 CONTINUE IRREGULAR

New York. Jan 6.-Investment trust securities showed little change during the past week. The average for the common stocks of the five leading management trusts. influenced by the leverage factor, stood at 1922 as of January 5, compared with 11.64 on December 29, 1888.
 The average of the non-leverage stocks stood at 13.60 as of the close January 5, compared with 1886 at the close on December 29, 1933. The average of the mutual funds closed at 10.66 compared with 10,67.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1934-01-06
CONNECTICUT SECURITIES
 The R. r. Grlggs Co.

PUBLIC UTILITY STOCKS Bridgeport Gas It Go 34 37 Bridgep't Hydraulic Co 24 27 Conn Elec Service. =. 34 36 Conn Gas & Coke com 6 Conn Gas & Coke pfd AZ 45 Conn It & Pow 5h%
 Conn It F Pow 6h%
 pfd .............. " lOZ Connecticut Power Co 34 36 Conn Ky X Ltg Co com 60 55 Conn Ky X Ltg Co pfd 50 iifd Elect It Co com 47h 40H Hid Gas It Co conn.,. 40 A Illuminating Shares A 35 37 New Haven Water Co 52 55 south N. E. Tel Co. 100 104
 INDUSTRIAL STOCKS Ann Hardware Co.,. IS 20 Bristol Brass Corp com 1G J0 Colts Pat Fire Arms Co I6h iSM Eagle Lock Co. ....... 2S 30 Landers Frary x Clark 20h 3ih New Brit Mach Co com C s Niles. BcmeDt-Pond
 North & Judd Mfg Co i4 io Peek Stow < Wilcox Co E. ,-4 RcOplll Mfg CO....... 2tK 22E stnnley Works Co com ls 20 TOrrIngtOn Co....... 4DM bth
 INSURANCE STOCKS Aoinh Fire Insurance. 30 92 Aotna Lif9 Insurance. 10 IT A mtOm0bli0 Insurance. 70 Connecticut General. glM yGM Hartford iire ingur.. go q 7 Home Insurance, e,...., 1T 90 National Flro inHuf, lOM 4sM ihOOnls Fire inAur., Travellers Insurance, sbb 54b Home Loan Bonds
The Waterbury Democrat., 1934-01-06
1883 RECEIPTS AT
 THE POST OFFICE

A slight increase over last years figures is revealed in the total re- ceipts of the Waterbury post office for 1893. Last years revenue was $439,469.3S, while the 1882 mark was $433,562. Receipts for Decem- Der were $5G,023.96, slightly less than the same month year ago.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1934-01-06

(Continued from Page 1) who acquire them can exchange each $100 Home Loan Bond for $92.
 It would indicate that those de- positors who arc exchanging their savings accounts for Nome Loan Bonds are making n good invest mcnt.
 The dcpositors will have to walt until the receiver for the Mcr- chants Trust Co. acquires an addi- tlonal $107,0O0 worth of these bonds so each deposltor will get tho amount Of bonds he applied for. It will probably take n week or SO
The Waterbury Democrat., 1934-01-06

normal mark downs that were con- tinually forced upon all merchants through 4 years of declining prices. Increase in employment resulting from the retail code cost dirstribu- tors large sums in additional pay rolls. However, these same sums aided in the buying power of the consumer that was brought about by MIRA reemployment. which made possible heartening sales increases for the first time in years. As to 1884, there is q distinctly more hopeful feeling visible"
The Waterbury Democrat., 1934-01-06
PAPERS FILED IN
 DIVORCE ACTION

Divorce on grounds of infidelity was granted Phillip Won Tobel of this city against Florence II. Won Tobel of Bristol in the New Haven superior court yesterday. The plaintiff and defendant were mar ried August 10, 1906. Custody of one child was given the plaintiff.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1934-01-06
THE P. U. C. TO HEAR
 PETITIONS JAN. II

The public utilities commission
 will meet in it's office, room 506, State Office building. 165 Capitol avenue, Hartford on January II at 10 o'clock In the morning to hear petitions from citizens in different parts of the state for permits to operate motor vehicles in livery service. The only petitioner from this city mentioned in the list is the North East Transportation. Inc.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1934-01-06
Foreign Exchange

London, Jan - (UP) - The American dollar opened strong to- day, after declining upon publica- tion of President Rooscvelt's bud get message.
 The pound opened at $5.10. It opened yesterday at $5.15 1-2 and closed at $5.11 3-4. French francs opened at 83 5-16. They opened yesterday at 82 3-4 and closed at 83 Is.
 The pound strengthened slightly in early trading.
 The gold rate, which had re- mained at 127 shillings 6 pence since Wednesday, was lowered z pence to 126 shlllings Ill pence, or $32.41 with the pound at $5.10 3-4, the prevailing price when the rate was fixed. The price yesterday, with the pound at $5.14 3-4, was $32.S1 1-2.
 To-day's premium on the French franc was pence with the franc at 83 5-1G to the pound. Yester- day 1t was 4 1-2 pence with the franc at 82 11-16.
 Gold bars worth f450.000 ($2,- 208,375) were sol dto-day.
 Paris, Jan 6-UP)-The Amer ican dollar gained strength to-day the franc opening at 1895 to the dollar f6.116 cents) and closing at 1928 (G.142 cents). It opened yes- tcrday at 1606 (6226 cents) and closed at 1920 (6173)
The Waterbury Democrat., 1934-01-06
investment Trust Quotations c. T. CULliANE O.. INC.
 68 Center Street

A'ssst4A Secs A .:....':.. x os"e'"' Az eN American & General
 Secs Corp $500 pfd 3S 45 Associated Maj onal
 SnareS .......... 3 h Associated $ tan dard
 oil Stocks ........ 5k British Type Investors
 CLASS A ........... .43 70 Century Shares ...... 15A 16% Div. .............e.. .e.. 1.17 1.19 Diversified Trustee
 Shares B .......... 71s Diversified Trustee
 Shares C ......... 290 3.2O Diversified Trustee
 Shares D ..... Az , Equity Corp Del. pfd.. 19 24 First Custodian Shares 3.20 3.35 Fixed Trust Shares A 8.09 Fixed Trust Shares B 6.96 Incorporated Investors. 17.14 1860 Independence Trust
 Shares ... ,........ 1.96 PA Int Sec Corp of Amer
 ica G% pfd. ...... 10 13 Int Sec Corp of Amer ica 6h % pfd ..... 10 13 Massachusetts Invest
 OrS trust .l7.4l 1892 Nationwide Sec E -. 3.04 3.14 North American Trust
 Shares ........... 2.22 Second International
 Sec A com ....... F .1H Second International
 Sec 6% pfd .... 20 24 Spencer Trask Fund .. 15B 16N Trusteed N. Y. Bank
 Shares .......... 1.10 1.25 Twentieth Cen Tr ... ITO Twentieth Cent Shares
 B 2.55 2.95 Two Year Trust Shares 16k IS U. s. Elec. Light &
 Power Shares A .... 9% 10H U. s. Elec. Light &
 Power Shares B.... 1.72 1.82 U. S. & British Int. Co
 $3 pfd ............ 4 '