The Waterbury Democrat., 1934-11-05

sweet apd enjoyable. For such a plan l give my whole-hearted con- sent and my vote, and the many people in Waterbury and vicinity who know me, know that I keep my word. And when I am returned to congress l will work in the fut- ure, as I have always worked in the past to see that my people, the people who helped to build this NaYgatuck valley financially in theA' prime of life, are cared for in their old age"
 National Defense.
 Speaking for an adequate na- tional defense, MT Goss said, "There is one other subject would like to discuss with you for a few minutes.
 'I have been accused by some people of being in favor of war. In congress l have been 8 mem Der of the Military Affairs com- mittee and my first statement to you is that the United States which ranks first in wealth-is only fourth in air defense and 18th in the strength of standing armies, among the major powers of the world. Keep that in mind.
 'Let me tell you. If your home is well protected, there is less chance that thief will enter dur ing the night and if your country is well protected you will be able to rest easier secure in the know ledge that you are safe from in- vasion and harm.
 Against War.
 There is an old saying-that an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure. To wait until the horse has been stolen from the barn is too late. We should be prepared at all times, not for war, because I am absolutely against war, but for peace and the only way to maintain peace is to have such an efficient and national de- fense system that it will be im- practicable and unprofitable for any foreign power to venture an attack. And the thought to be kept in mind at all times is that with a sufficiently strong national de- fense, you are preparing yourself for an everlasting peace, peace which will endure.
 "War is like international flu. It spreads like wild fire, like forest fire that is famed by a strong wind. Perhaps it is thought that armed defense is another method of profit making and graft. That, [ wish to assure you, is not the case. Your hospitals and police pro- lection are built on non-profit basis and so is our national defense system, which seeks no profit be- yond maintaining the security ana safety of our country. The United r,A L. ,1S !, nf1 u business basis, an efficient army and navy and air force big enough to do the job of keeping peace in this country.
 q hope sincerly that my short talk with you this morning will impress upon your minds the fact that I have done and will continue to do my best to serve the people of my country, of my state and of the fifth congressional district to the best of my ability. Permit me to thank my many friends for their untold kindnesses to me in the past. There is only one more statement can make at this time and that is, that when I am returned to con- gross, I will continue to serve you honestly, conscientiously and faith fully.
 Fayors Legislation
 Discussing social legislation yes- terday, Congressman Goss stated: When I tell you that any legisla- tion passed by congress must meet the requirements of our constitu- tion, am actuated not only by an abiding faith in our Fundamental law, but also by the practical necessity of the enforcement of any social legislation. If congress passes a law that is unconstitutional. that law cannot be enforced, a grave disappointment follows and there is the long resultant delay in ac- complaining our desired end. We want a good law, an enforceable. a fair and just law because no other kind will operate successfully and it is this kind of law I am pre- 1red to vote for and no other.
 My opponent says the presi- dent has a plan for social legisla- tion and that he will vote for it. No one knows what that plan is. If there is such a plan I will sup port it. I cannot promise I will vote for a plan I have not seer and studied. I cannot believe you want to send to Washington a yes man; I could not maintain my self. respect, nor can I insult your in- telligence by telling you I would vote for any plan of social legisla. ton without knowing what that plan is."