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The Waterbury Democrat., 1934-04-14
The bon mith the do0a. :.

The boz a0ith tue dO0s. His clothes uere tat- tered and torn he drag0ed hs mprovised model of hand truck by his sde marched three dogs one sleek smart handsome edition of the police ani the other poor intuition of c St Bernard . the third looked so incon0rent both from the standpoint Of size and color poodle a0as bis classification white hs color bat you a0ould need Jdck GaLvs's microscope to prove that they aUere aH follo1ving their 0ay yon0 master his aoay to the public ash heGp, Where he was t0 tyy hs luck at pickG out the neat days fuel supply he aohistied as hc strodc niong. Couid you?
The Waterbury Democrat., 1934-12-06
1LORIFYlNG YOURSELF
! By Alicia Hart v: !:
a6i95S6S Ne6 SEkVIce iFjc.

Within the week have had about a dozen letters from women who want to lose weight before the Christmas holidays. Most of thefn, as is usually the case, say their hips are too fat, invariably adding that they want to appear slender in new winter evening dresses. Therefore, this is to girls who want to reduce as quickly as pos- sible.
 Unless you are under a doctors care, rigid diets are rather dam gerous. Don't make up your mind
 to survive on liquids for days at a time. You need nourshing food. Simply learn the difference be- tween dishes that are good for your health and those which are
 fattening.
 You must do exercise. know
 a girl who reduced her hip meas urements three inches in two
 months simply by rolling on the floor. For five minutes, she did a
 special exercise, designed to make the hips smaller In addition, she ate no fattening food, drank plenty of water and walked a mile a day.
 Here's the special exercise which proved so helpful.
 Lie on your right side. arms
 extended over your head, ankles to- gether. Swing your arms down ward without raising your toes.
 Return to the original position,
 roll over on your left side and dc
 the same thing. Repeat ten times. first one side and then the other.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1934-12-06
E Ts;9;s. Make Cart cartv1ss, sa Round ard Round
BY CAROL CARR
fWritten fOr MIA seFviOel


 The women desperate for last- minute gift idea couldn't do better tbsn to use her. spare hours In making these delightful cartwheel doilies. They not only will grace any dining table but can also pc used in sets of two of three to put under vases or lamps in uvins rooms or bedrooms.
 They are quickly and easily cro-. cheted of the new, sturdy, luxur- ious-looking crochet cottons.
 Complete instructions for mak- ing these doilies will be delivered to your home for only 10 cents. :.
 To obtain the instructions, tear ont the picture and mail, together with 10 cents in coin, to Carol Carr, 1O3 Park Avenue, New York City. in care of the Waterbury Democrat. Be sure to ask for dolly pattern S2S, and mention this newspaper. Write your own name and address plainly.
 The directions will be sent to you immediately by return mail.
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smaller diamonds. Ann was the first to see it because during the day at the library Sarah had worn 1t with the setting inside, toward her palm.
 There was a little hesitancy in Sarah's manner as she stretched out her hand for Ann to see the ring.
 "Sarah!"
 'It's Mac. Didn't you guess, Afln?"
 Not for a minute! Sarah, the sphynx has nothing on you"
 Its been Mac for years" Sarah said. Its taken me a long time to make the old slowpoke realize was meant for him."
 "The way you let me rave on about Tony and never Q peep from you, you old poker face!"
 Mac and Sarah took Tony and Ann out that night for dinner. More than once, Tony's eyes rested on the diamond on Sarah's left hand.
 Mac must have found a gold mine," he said to Ann later that night. You can't beat the Scotch. When everybody else is broke, Mac turns up with diamonds"
 "Yes," said Ann.
 "Do you know, honey, if I had all the money I've spent on tom- foolery or even half weeks pay from all the jobs I've been fired from we could be married tomor- row"
 "Yes," Ann said again, in a soft, husky voice.
 Something in her tone, struck Tony. He stared at her. "Tell you what. We'll run down and look at little ring I have my eyes on. It isn't as big as Sarah's, but it's a beauty. I can't get 1t right away, but"
 "Yes," Ann breathed, for the third time.
 "How would you like a ring as a Christmas present."
 Irony, do you mean it?"
 "Of course I mean it. I'm sev- eral hundred up now, Ann. Fly shaving 8 little the next few weeks I think can manage that down payment. And maybe there'll be a little left over to start housekeep- ing. Soon." Ann was too thrilled and excited to notice the word that she had learned to associate with Tony's bad habit of procrastinating. They walked to Beekworth's aft. CT work next day: Ann was soor lost in admiration. Admiration fol | the diamond which twinkled or her slender finger for a moment. "Gosh, a perfect fit," Tony said
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1. If we know the complete an- swer to this question we would have just about solvea what Is probably the greatest problem that confronts mankind, namely, the problem of heredity and environ inent. However, what little we know of the subject indicates that the differences between men and women are more due to environ ment, that is, to their different ed- ucation and bringing up, the dif. ferent expectations society has of each sex, etc, than to inborn dif- ferenees. But I make this state- ment with many reservations.
 q. one of our profoundest wo- men writers answers that people "raroly want to be helped except ln their own way" Just try help- ing a husband and wife in trouble with each other, or getting q fam ily back on its feet, or reforming a drunkard, # you don't believe it. 4 woman ran screaming into our
The Waterbury Democrat., 1934-12-06
HOW TEETH ARE MADE

HOW TEETH ARE MADE
 If a tooth is examined under the microscope, it will be noticed that it is made up of three different lay CTS, the enamel that covers the body of the tooth, and cementum that covers the roots. What art these layers made of? Chiefly, 6 salt called calciu mphosphate (cal. cium and phosphorus).
 Because of this, dieticians and physicians advise expectatit moth CTS to include foods in their diet that supply these clements. In- fants and growing children need them too, if the teeth are to be built and to be maintained in sound condition. The foods that supply them are milk, butter, cheese, eggs, whole grain cereals, fish, meat, fruits, and vegetables.
 How are these foods used by the body? Herein enters Individuality. Various body conditions and dis eases affect the use of these foods: This explains why 8 few people have decayed teeth in spite of eat ing proper foods.
 Taking cod liver oil and other foods that supply the various vita mins help in the utilization of min- eral salts. Health, physical and mental, also influences the use the body makes of foods.
 Dr Wisan will tell something about the nerves of the teeth in his next article.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1934-12-06
EFYOUR CHILDREN
R QIive Roberts B4rtce 2
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 The toy-makers' associations this year not only are cooperating with parents to provide information about the need of timely play things for children, but also they fill the role of instructor.
 Let us jump right into some of the interesting facts stated in the s'toy" bulletin recently issued re- garding toys for children of vari- ous ages:
 Are 1 to B. "Toys for toddlers from one and a half to- three years recognize that the chi1d's tendency at this age is to pull apart and ex- anime everything. He should have toys that can be built up and put together easily to counteract his destructive tendencies. They should be large, simple, durable" Age 8 to 4-'sIHi the three-to- four-year period, toys should de- velop the needs of the child, who lives in a world of let's pretend | 1t is an extension of the former period with more definite interests. Playthings now call for better mus cular coordination. They should be large and simple and entail no strain on eyes or smaller muscles. Boys and girls play with the same toys at this age" Age 4 to 6 = Prom four to six, | the age of the kindergarten child, Is considered the period of mott vated play. Ending this period is divergence of interest between boys and girls activities"
 Age 6 to 8 = "From six to eight there is progressive growth in finer muscular co-ordination and dramatic play. (Note: = Dolls, keeping house, etc., for girls; cow boys, fireff1en, engineers, etc, for boys), Also extension of interest to include reading and number skill"
 Age 8 to 10 - "Toys for boys and girls now appeal to the more imaginative tendencies. Also the child incorporates his studies into his play. toys, books and gaines are related to the age of development of hob- bies and specialization of interests The child is beginning to establish
 himself and may be encouraged.
 have a purpose in quoting all this rather abstract advice. It if to show the thoughtful parent, and
 indeed all parents, that there is more to toys than string and paint
 "The most for what we spend. | should be our motto. Suitable
 presents at the right age will bring l the child the greatest content"
 Tomorrow I shall be more deft-
 nite and tell just WHAT toys are
 suitable.
 NEXT: Age and Interest Rule
 Toy Buying.
 (Copyright, 1884, NEA Serv, Incl
The Waterbury Democrat., 1934-12-06

CALLING A QUACK A QUACE
 Folks, you must not believe all the doctors tell you about me, and, Doctors, you should not take too literally the things your patients tell you I said.
 A California lady tells me e poignant story of her experience in the small town where she resides. She had read repeatedly about the joys of the diathermy method of removal of tonsils and, although she had had hers cuts out in the conventional Castilian way 10 years ago, and found the experi- ence quite unpleasant, still, when the tonstls grew again to a trouble some state she rather welcomed the excuse to have a whirl at this new -fangled diathermy method, which, according to my column, must be positive lark for the pa- tient.
 But her family physician was sorry he had no diathermy appa- ratus. However, he was only too happy to take her to the office of a. colleague, who had the necessary equipment.
 Yes, indeed, with the greatest pleasure the other physician would take care of the patient. Now, how would she prefer the work done, in two or three sittings or in six or eight at weekly intervals? Right away 1t sems fairly evident that the doctor was a novice at 1t, for if he really had the technical skill and experience he would not ask the patient such a fool question.
 Well. the lady sat blithely down and submitted to the treatment. She did sd once. She says never again. She has experienced a good many painful things but never anything to compare with the tor ture of that treatment.
 The doctor declared that she was so resistant that he had to use three times as powerful a current as less resistant patients required. What is my opinion about that!
 When she told the doctor that l had said the treatments should De practically painless.
 Honestly. wouldn't blame the doctor for losing his temper right there. But he preserved his equan- imity admirably and got off this rather neat rejoinder: He re- marked that fDr Brady is so good he would have no time for writing newspaper articles.
 You get the implication. dear readefs?
 have often used that argument, I hope effectively, in answering queries of correspondents about self-oommended specialists. I re- mind the correspondents that fl the charlatan were really as good as he says he Is in his booklets or conie-on circulars, he'd be kept go busy with practice that he could scarcely find time to, canvass the country in quest of credulous cus- toners, or something like that. ] never dreamed of being so exposed myself. AL. ed d tonsil with diathermy, and probably I never shall. Yet I know whats what, and my California eolleague's challenge compels me to tell whats what.
 The lady goes on to say she was
The Waterbury Democrat., 1934-12-06
o. Will I ever have my day?

Q. will I ever have my day?
 A. Indeed you will, but don't look for it among the thoughtless youth. Your chance will come later. after you begin associating with wiser and older people. You are not what they call a boys girl but you will be a mans woman. I would feel flattered If I were you. Too much seriousness when one is young, is a bit abnormal but the foolish chatter you now avoid, because you do not feel equal to it-isn't necessarily a sign of dullness, but a sure sign of higher mentality. Do not force gaiety, be yourself at. all times. Just keep right on as you are. Anyway there isn't one of the crowd, you particularly care for is there? So no heart break. For goodness sake (do not smoke) if you don't want to, be different and
The Waterbury Democrat., 1934-12-06

pieces as she had. Suppose Don did say something to Peter. There would be her word against his. Peter knew his brother was nearly always in a muddled state and would never believe him. If it came to A showdown she could say she had left her bag at friends home and evidently the friend mad used it.
 "Oh. hello, valeria!'' Peggy Walters had come into the room. She threw her evening wrap on the bed. Saw Don Kendall as we came up. Was he here?"
 "Yes."
 ''Who's afraid of the big bad wolf? Gosh, you're brave!!
 Don't be an idiot, Peggy. Don didn't know 1 was here."
 "ohw Peggy laughed softly. ''Wise of you to do the disappear ing act" She added after a mo- ment, "It might be wiser if you d stop seeing Dirk, Valeria."
 Valeria turned from the mirror. If you have an idea that I'm go- ing to give up all my fun before my gagement is announced you're certainly mistaken"
 ''Just a friendly hint" Peggy said. She was still smiling, her voice almost caressing. The Ken dalls wouldn't like it. They have some frightfully old-fashioned mo- tions. Even Millicent."
 There was silence for a moment as the softly-veiled threat sank in. When Valeria spoke her voice was as soft and friendly.
 Just about as old-fashioned, l imagine, as that husband of yours. By the way, Peg, that was an aw- fully looking frock you had on yesterday when I saw you lunching with Dirk. Wasn't 1t funny we happened to think of the same out-of-the-way place? You and Dirk were so engrossed you didn't see me. had the advantage because I saw Dirk's car parked outside and came in, thinking we'd have bite together. But I left when I saw he had luncheon date with you. Considerate, wasn't I?"
 Peggy said, "I guess we under stand each other. You know I didn't have any idea of interfering in your affairs, darling
 why, of course not. I'd never think you capable of such low tricks. And you know I wouldn't tell a jealous idiot like Marvin about your innocent little luncheon date.'
 She felt very happy now, the vic- tory stirring her pulse like wine. One needed only to use ones wits. What a weak creature Peggy was. No wonder Dirk couldn't see her!
 
 Sarah was wearing a ring.
 It was solitaire, set about with
The Waterbury Democrat., 1934-12-06
WHAT HAS HAPPENED SO FAR

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  is hckle and irresponsible.
 who Is engaged VALERIA annbi Q a Peters brother DOM rives realizes Iefth rpartyb bagv v1er CHAPTER IRK said You Vaeas white appeared D this added he gave hand
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 Probably not"
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 Everything he remembers he a Forget H!' repairing the damage letting herself
The Waterbury Democrat., 1934-12-06
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I house recently crying out that the
 Charity Agency was trying to insult her and she would starve before
 she would accept anything from them. found that the welfare worker had merely suggested that | the woman's big, husky, fifteen year old boy whom she had always
 babiod, should try to get job. One of the hardest jobs on earth Is to
 help people without hurting their
 feelings.
 3.-As a rule 1t is what tho psy- chologlsts call defense mes
 chanism" by which they try to give themselves the feeling of supe- riority that they think. . college
 education would have given them.
 They usually greatly over-estimate the value of q college education because of their feeling of infe. riority for not having had e.
 There arc some fine nelf-mado mon
 that 1 suspect a college education might have ruined but it would have hsiped most Of them.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1934-12-06
EAT SPEEDY BUNNIES,
 WARNING

Cleveland (UP)-The bunny with the quick -bobbing cottontail is likely to be free from tularemia rabbit fever-cautioned the Ohio health department as it warned hunters at opening of the rabbit season to beware what game they ate. Dopey and slowrunning bum nies, they advised, may be dis eaSed.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1934-12-06

ately prolonging her toilet because Tony was still absent. She was straining her ears to catch the sound of his voice. Finally, as the clock hands pointed to a quarter of seven, she returned to the living room.
 What could have happened to Tony?? Sarah asked.
 TO Be COntinued)
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o. Will you advise me? Is there anyway to change hoy that steals?
 A. I will try to give you as much comfort as possible, Father but throughout your letter you give evidence of innumerable stu pid mistakes. You acknowledge your efforts have been a failure. l cannot imagine how you could pos sibly expect anything else. You had an innocent child, born with a tremendous amount of self will, courage, pride and confidence, Fa- ther--and your ruthless, inane strictness, lacking every semblance of common sense might have turn ed a remarkable career, into a downcast life. It is only a kind Providence, and the change and cheerfulness of the school room and teachers that save so many children from absolute failure. But sad to say that is not where the greatest effort and character build- ing should come from. You write from the start you wanted your children straight forward and strictly honest, and to insure that, locked up food, money, and every. thing-and even toys, to be used only as you willed it. Now your boy steals, in spite of all your eff forts. His cunning is uncanny, you are not equal to him in any way, he has gone beyond you-- and you wonder. Father, an honest man doesn't know he is lonest-and honest man doesn't give honesty a thought. From the very start when you locked up (everything) you suggested steal ing and the strong minded virile boy, that might have emerged from boy-hood a forceful young man, with inititiative and pride has ! became a sullen creature of doubt and cunning. You Father are 10 blame no one else. Your chtl- dren haven't lived in home. It has been institution. If you are | in earnest, and no doubt you are, begin now, to rectify your pas! mistakes. Make a confident ot the boy, it isn't too late. Admit you were wrong and misguided
 by bad Judgement. Tell him you meant it all for his good, give him to understand you really love him
 He may not respond to this al first, but he will be affected, ir spite of his seeming indifference and callousness. Make the homo
 cheerful, and a happy meetine
 place for his friends. Do moi
 loose heart, they may all appear
 doubtful for a time, But boys
 girls men andwomen are all hu'
 man, and love, Kindness, sympathy and charity, (without too much
 justice) viii win over the wors' and the best. would take
 chance with that boy anytime
 You do the same, Father.
 Q. The only time l get aI
 automobile ride is when friend. take nIe--Do you think it would
 be extrayneant for my husband te
 buy e car?
 A. Yes do-nfter what you have been through. do not blame yoii for wanting the rides, it ii a very pleasant luxury. but ncv'
 ertho-lens, on the face Of every ithing. l think you should gGrin and bear it) being obligated il
The Waterbury Democrat., 1934-12-06
QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS rrov,ovlr. ,R 0naRof.v

Earmarks of Quakery
 My association with physicians gives me the impression that the doctor whose ad inclose is un- ethical. (L. O.
 Answer-Your impression Is cor rect. The obscure practitioner, without standing in his local pro fession, invites credulous ctstom- CTS to come to him for removal of tonsils by diathermy, and assumes 6 comic opera title such as "Neu- ro-Electric Clinic" Why have dealings with such quacks when plenty of reputable responsible physicians are qualified to do everything the foudest quack can possibly do? In actual perform ance the loudest quacks seldom acc complish as much as the unpreten- tious physician does for a patient. But Barnum was right.
 Reckless Driving
 Sometimes forced to drive all night without sleep. What will keep me awake? Coffee has no ef- feet. (S. F. R.)
 Answer-It should be a penal offense to do so, or to compel or ask any one to do so. The only safe policy is to pull up somewhere off the road and have a nap for half an hour, when drowsiness overpowers you. After that you can go on in comparative safety.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1934-12-06

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PERSONAL HEALTH SERVICE
BY WILLIAM BRADY, M. D.

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The Waterbury Democrat., 1934-12-06
ToDAY's FASHION TIP.

Basques, and tunics for .blouses. Hand-knitted afternoon an q evening gowns. Make them at home and wear them abroad.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1934-12-06

sick in bed for two days after the treatment and unable to drink liquids for three days, also she had a severe earache. She says the one treatment caused two-thirds of the tonsil to disappear!
 And that is no doubt the expla- nation of the unpleasant effects the patient experienced. The inexpefi- enced physician attempted to ac- complish too much at the first sit- ting.
 Easy does it, brothers. Easy and patient.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1934-12-06
auuunnsm : TEETH.
 assd HEALTH

By DIR J. M. WISAN Chairman, Council on Mouth Fly. giene, New Jersey State Dental
 Society.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1934-12-06

moi d comfortable feeling. but you could do your share of gas and oil buying and nice well cooked dinner at home, to your kina friends occasionally would do much toward paying for their generosity,
 It is fully understood in advising you on any subject True RefIcfs lion. Tine Institute of Characfer Analysis and Associates make no claim to supernatural powers, And this advice for whicH tho charge is made) must be regarded as per- sonal opinions as it is given as sllph .r
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TRUE REFLECTION
 THE WOMAN OF THE HOUR
Presented by INSTITUTE OF CHARACTER ANALYSIS

keep away from it. Take up econ omics and languages. Your day is coming-don't worry you are following along natures own lines.
 Q. Is there chance for me in music?
 A. There is always a chance for good musician. But that isn't really your forte, if you studied mechanical engineering, metallurgy or chemistry you would be better off, that line of work is more for your type.