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The Waterbury Democrat., 1934-01-22
READING HELPFUL
IN ARITHMETIC
Students Difficulties Lie in
Such Rather Than Other
Fundamentals

Washington, d. c., Jan 22-Your
difficulty in learning arithmetic
back in the fourth, fifth and sixth
grades was because you didn't
know how to read and not because
you couldn't add, subtract, multi
ply and divide, according to DIR
Thomas C. Foran of the depart
ment of education in the Catholic
University of America at Wash
ington, d. c. The problem in
teaching arithmetic Is more the
teaching of reading and the mean
ing of words than it Is mathemat-
ical.
Count" is a common word and
used frequently in arithmetic. yet
only once half the pupils who are
asked to count know what 1t
means. A test given recently to
1900 pupils of the fourth, fifth and
sixth grades proved this point.
Other words frequently used In
arithmetic books are add, less,
number, measure and change. AL
though the pupils had some knowl-
edge of the meanings of those
words, according to the investiga-
ton, their ideas were vague. DR.
Foran who has just completed a
survey of the recent researches in
the field of the teaching of arith-
metic and the type and content of
it's texts has published his findings
in n recent issue of the Catholic
Educational Review. THE initial
task in problem solving is the
reading of the problem according
to DR. Foran.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1934-01-22
PROF. PHILLIPS
OF YALE DIES

New Haven, Jan 90. (UP)-Pro-
lessor Ulrich Bonnet Phillips, noted
authority on the history of the old
South, died yesterday at his home
here. He had taught his classes at
Yale in American history until two
weeks ago. He was IS. Funeral
services will be held tomorrow in
Dwight Memorial chapel, and
burial will be at Tarrytown, N. Y.
Professor Phillips was born in
LAGRANGE, Ga, and obtained his
bachelor and masters degrees at
the University of Georgia. After
obtaining his doctor of philosophy
degree at Columbia in 1902 he
Joined the faculty at the University
of Wisconsin, where he taught six
years. Later he taught at Tulane
and was at Michigan from 1911 to
1929, when he came TO Yale. He
published numerous books and
histories on life and conditions in
the South.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1934-01-22
new YORK CITY
BANK STOCKS
SHOW BIG GAIN
Market Value of Leaders
at Highest Level Since
September |, 1888

New York, Jan 22-The New
York City bank stock market reg
istered O further recovery during
the past week. The aggregate value
of the sixteen leading issues at the
close on January 10 stood at ST.
488,848,000, which total represent
ed an increase of $166,933, 900, or
1876 per cent, compared with an
aggregate value of 1891, $4,000
established on January IL. This is
the highest level reached since
September /, 1888.
The current average yield of the
sixteen stocks of 5.37 per cent. COM
pares with yield of sos per cent.
reported on January ~. The cur
rent market value of the sixteen
stocks Is now 1.25 times their
known book value, against Iii on
January IL. Based upon current
figures the sixteen stocks are now
quoted at an average Of 11.3 times
their known earnings, against 1915
times for the previous week.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1934-01-22
THRILL. BANDITS
AREBLAMED FOR
SEVERAL GRIMES
Youthful Gang Was Cause
of Many Events Around
Greater Boston

Boston, Jan 22-(UP)-A series
of burgiaries. automobile thefts
and holdups In greater Boston and
on Cape Cod were blamed by au-
thorities today on q gang of youth
full thrill bandits" six of whom
were arrested by state and local
police yesterday.
The alleged leader Of the gang
was Alden S. Norcorss, II, of Wat
ertown, O former student at q
crs captured at Norwell and Bel
mont were Dante Iodice, 16, Owen
Murray, II, Augustus Gazzetti, II,
Dana Norcross, 16, brother Of AL
den, and Frederick Roach, Is, all
of WATERFOWL.
Police sought four other men,
bers Of the gang. Three OF the
youths, carrying two loaded guns
were captured in a solen car by
state troopers at Norwell. In the
machine, police said, was loot al
legedly stolen on Cape Cod, when
included two expensive micro
scopes, compasses, and clothing.
Asked why they didn't use their
guns, Alden Norcross was quoted
as replying, Jaw. we don't want to
20 to the hot seat yet"
Dana. Norcross, Roach and Gaz-
ETH was arrested in Belmont about
the same time after Hilton l.. VIM
al reported that the youths were
attempting to steal his automobile
parked in front Of his home.
When skeleton keys and burglar
tools were found on them, mem
bers Of the gang allegedly admitted
that 1t was thrill breaking into
house at night"
The Waterbury Democrat., 1934-01-22
'roft Taking in the Market Hammered Down the Prices
Income Dropped
In Hoover Time

Washington, Jan 22-(UPD
- The national income
dropped from $S1, ZOO, OOO, 900
In 1929, to &49,OOO,OOO.OOO in
1892, a decline of 40 per
cent, the bureau of foreign
and domestic commerce re-
ported to the senate finance
committee today. In the most
detailed and complete study
of American incomes ever
compiled, which required
more than n year of inten-
sivc research, the bureau
found that wagcs have suf-
fcred the most severely In
the depression.
Wages fell of 90 per cent
and salaries 40 per cent. In
comparison. property income
receded but 80 per cent.
The decline was worst I'm
the constructions industry.
where the income distributed
In 1889, was hut % per cent
OF the amount paid out In
1929. Income in mining fell
80 per cent and manufacture
ing about So per cent In tho
fOur-year period.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1934-01-22
BY ELMER G. Waller
United press Financial Editor)

UNITED Press Financial EO1tOr)
Persistent profit-taking finally sue
ceeded in hammering the stock
market down today, with losses OF
fractions to more than 2 points
being recorded in late trading.
Only the Oil division managed to
move against the trend. Generally
favorable reception to the oil mar
keting agreement brought a furry
Of buying at mid-session into these
stocks, blocks of 1000 to $4,000
shares rolling out, and at the close
prices on oil issues still managed
to hold above Saturdays close:
Two important factors aided
profit-taking in breaking the recent
uninterrupted rise. One was the
statement of Prof. George Warren
before the senate banking and cur
rency committee that no wild In
fiation" was indicated in the pres
ent monetary policy unless there
was q drastic revolution" This
dampened enthusiasm of many
traders who have been hedging
against real currency imitation.
The second important factor was
announcement that the commerce
departments suggestions on stock
market operations will be delivered
to President Roosevelt tomorrow.
Many In the street feared these
recommendations might include
some drastic rules against short
selling and marginal trading. No
hint of the contents leaked into
Wall street today.
Steel production slipped off at
the start of the new week and
some of the other business indices
were not so favorable. This led
somewhat to easiness in the mar
ket. Bonds eased off after strong
opening, to present irregnlarity.
while grains closed near their lows
of the day.
Trading volume declined slightly
as the bullish enthusiasm abated.
However, volume ran close to ~
100000 shares.
There was firmness at the open
ing, but save for the fiareup in oil
stocks, prices slipped off steadily
during the day. Western Union
dropped more than 2 points to
around So 1-2. u. S. Steel lost al
most a point to around SIS. Amer
lean Telephone was off / point at
liz IL, while Chrysler was more
The Waterbury Democrat., 1934-01-22
MAJOR SCANDAL
In Los ANGELES
Federal Agents Investigate
ing Operations of Civil
Works Administration

Los Angeles, Jan. 22.-(UP).-
A major scandal that may reach
high into local political circles was
limited today as federal authorities
proceeded with an investigation
into Los Angeles operations of the
civil works administration that al
ready has produced two arrests.
Reports Of death threats came
simultaneously from the Indepen-
dent Truck Owners association
which exposed an alleged BROKER
age fee racket, resulting in the
arrest of two women.
"If the evidence develops as we
think II will, there will be q good
many arrests before the case goes
to the federal grand jury" Assist
ant U. s. District Attorney Will
liam II. Palmer said. i.
The death threats were reported
by Jack Francis, member of the
Independent Truck owners asso-
citation, who said he was warned
by q telephone caller to "lay off
IL you know what's good for you"
Francis was instrum rental In
bringing about the arrests of Miss
I.aurette Hasker, "a, assistant to
the Los Angeles county CWA pur-
chasing agent, and Mrs Emily c.
Paddleford, 40. A complaint charg-
ed them with collecting commits
sion" and brokerage fees In ex-
change for CWA work orders is
sued to truck operators. Both de-
MED the charges.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1934-01-22
JOHN n. MCCOY
POLITICAL BOSS
/ DIED SUDDENLY
Veteran Brooklyn POliti-
clan Passed ON Sunday
Burial Wednesday

New York, Jan. 22--(UP)--
Funeral arrangements for John IT.
McCooey, democratic national
the popuious borough Of Brooklyn
and faithful ally of Tammany
( Hall, were hardly made today be-
fore political experts were fore
casting the beginning of the end
for John. F. Curry, Tammany
boss, and the RELOCATION of the hall
to the status of district political
organization.
McCooey. died yesterday of o
heart attack. His long alliance
with Tammany gave 1t a complete
dominance over New York city
and his continued loyalty, Of
been depended upon to enable
Tammany to rebuild the city-wide
power. shattered last fall when
Mayor John p. O'Brien was de-
feated by Fiorello H. LaGuardia.
Curry now will find II nearly i'm
possible to keep the entire Brook
1yn organization from going over
to the democratic faction spon-
James A. Farley and Gov. Her.
bert H. Lehman, 1t was believed.
The Bronx borough organization
already is allied with the Roose-
veItian democrats. Brooklyn's de-
sertion would leave Tammany In
possession only of its fast waning
influence in Mahattan borough.
Funeral services for McCooey,
an affable, benevolent politician
of the old school, will be held
wednesday with distinguished
group of mourners. Prominent
New York democrats, including
Governor Lehman, will serve as
honorary pallbearers.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1934-01-22
Oil Division However
MouedSteadiLyAhe
AT Close of Business the Oils Held Above Close OF
Saturday-BOndS Eased Off Little

than a point lower at SO SIS. Gen
eral Motors eased almost point
to around 81.
Repeal stocks were carried UNI
der the previous close. U. s. In
dustrial Alcohol was off point at
So while National Distillers were
fractionally lower at 26.
Rails dropped below Saturdays
close. New York Central was more
than a point lower at 81 5-S.
Pennsylvania was fractionally low
err. Utilities held fairly steady. Lib
by owens Ford lost almost 3
points, to around 40.
American Can held gain OF
more than points around TO-.
Great interest was shown in So
cony-Vacuum, Seaboard OIL and
the standard issues.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1934-01-22

These concerns, plus their sub
sidiaries. own, control and operate
land wires, cables, and radio sta
tions providing communication
throughout the United States and
into England, France, Germany.
Spain, italy, Middle Europe, the
orient, and Central and South Am
erica.
Their lines overlap, duplicate.
parallel, and produce q species OF
competition in the foreign field
th;.L 10 in stark contrast to the
compact monopolies OF the larger
foreign nations. But their CONSOLE
dalton would involve principles of
American industrial and political
philosophy, particularly the In
grained distrust Of trusts and mon
opolieg inherited by the people
from the regime of Roosevelt the
first.
In the United States proper. tho
two principal competing telegraph
companies, Postal (owned by /. l.
IT, and Western Union. have sep
arate plants, one capable Of taking
care Of IS per cent OF the present
business OF the nation, the other
capable OF taking care Of 90 per
cent Of II.
One company employs $4,000
men and women, the other $4,000.
The duplication OF rental In New
York city alone IL Approximately
Sl,OOO,00O. The reported annual
waste through parallel service Ia
$40. 100000, Of which the telegraph
maRnates say $4,000, 900 could be
snved--Cr used to expand the 1orv-
Ice.
Tho labor element involved In
the proposal and believes that
such merger looks askence a.
thrown out of work. Tho com.
panies say they have other plans.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1934-01-22
Sentence of Indian Brave
Reveals Strange Cult

Globe, Ariz. (UP)--Silas John
Edwards. stolid Apache brave, is
serving life Imprisonment at Nc
Neil Island for the murder of his
20-year- wife. Margaret.
His conviction disclosed that
Edwards Is the founder of a weird
Apache religious cult that has
spread throughout the Indian
tribes of the Southwest, according
to government agents.
The cult combines elements OF
the ancient rituals of medicine
men of the Apache tribe and some
teachings OF the Christian relig-
lon, II was explained.
Edwards was known to his
aboriginal devotces as '"The Snake
Man" Ceremonials of the cult arc
kept secret, no white men being
allowed to witness them.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1934-01-22
WILL TAPER OFF
C.. w. A. WORKERS

Washington, Jan az CUP)-
President Roosevelt Is inclined to
stay within his budget estimates
despite clamor for huge addi-
tional funds for civil works, 1t was
indicated to-day by close White
House friends.
In this connection, It was re-
ported that Mr. Roosevelt has not
changed his decision to taper off
the CWA work and end 1t by May.
It was felt that he would not
ask for emergency funds In excess
of the $1,666,000,00 outlined in
his budget message. Many millions
Of this would go to continue tho
CWA until May. but with the num-
Der of its employees being reduced,
beginning in February.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1934-01-22
REPRESENTATION
OF VETS STARTED
Miss Helen Wood, State
Federal Employment
Head, Issues Order

Hartford, Conn, Jan. 22-(UP)
Persons not veterans of the
World war or any other wars en-
gagged in by the United States are
not entitled to preference in en-
ployment on PWA and CWA prof.
Gets, -1iss Helen Wood, director of
federal employment for Connecti-
cut was advised from Washington
today.
As result of a telegram to this
effect from Henry r. Hunt, general
counsel for the federal employ
mNnt administration of public
works at Washington, a re-regis-
tration of all veterans and ex-
servicemen will be undertaken in
this state, Miss Wood said.
Under present state instructions
pr ference has been given ex-
servicemen. regardless of whether
they served during a war period.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1934-01-22

Hollywood, Jan. 23-UP)--
Orry-KeHy, noted Hollywood de-
sfgner and style authority, took his
life in his hands today and nomin-
ated 10 women as the best-dressed
In the United States.
The list represents every part of
the United States with New York
city leading with three candidates.
selections:
Kay Francis and Bette Davis,
Hollywood; Doris Duke, Miss Whit
ney Bourne and Mrs. Harrison Will
liams of New York city: Mrs. Irene
Castle Mclaughlin of Chicago;
Miss Charlotte Dorrance, Philadel-
phia; Miss Betty Edwards of Dali
las, Tex: Miss Marigayle Hopkins,
New Orleans; and Mrs. John Gar
ret Eddy, Seattle.
Smartness rather than extfav-
agance OF dress determined his
judgment, the designer told the
United Press.
"These are by no means the most
extravagantly dressed women In
America" he said. II prefer smart
ness to extravaganza. These women
know instinctlvely what to wear
and when to wear it-and who
know why they wear 1t when and
where they do"
Kay Francis, In Orry- Kelly's
opinion, keynotes Hollywood styles
at their finest.
"She is probably the most clev-
erly well-dressed woman In the
country" he said. Miss Davis has
a ia. f,tfN n M
younger actresses as the one who
at tn emoment, has the most Dell
mite effect on style trends and fash
ions for young people In the coun-
try: a.. o.s -.
recommendation They are known
locally and nationally as women
who are always smartly gowned'
All MANS for an early divorce
have been abandoned by Sidney
Fox and hor husband. Charles Bca'
han, they echoed today.
I'VE have determined TO Mke
time 10 think things out" the ac'
trens said.
Her husband, a film director, was
hopeful a reconciliation IN possible
"Betweon work, we expect to
spend much time together" no
nhid. They separated two weeks
|ng0 after 10 months OF married Iife'
vOan Dale has beaten her three
ninNinG add dancing sisters TO n
| aim aOnfraei. After working to-
RotheF Tor several years on tho
stage IN New York, fQBdon ana
ainaluhara. fha aielnfi.-- y0nn. luna.
jkno and Jean--apllt 40 tIiolr act
The Waterbury Democrat., 1934-01-22
YOUNG MAN TAKEN
BACK TO CHESHIRE

Nicholas Harchenko. 18, was
taken into custody this afternoon
by Lieutenant William Pollard of
the local detective bureau and
turned over to the officials of the
Cheshire reformatory. The young
man is accused of violating his
parole. He was originally commit
ted to the reformatory on the
charge of theft. Since his release
he has failed to comply with the
restrictions on which O. parole is
granted.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1934-01-22
YMCA Notes

The health forum on Teeth and
Their Care" will be held at the
Central YMCA tonight at 8:15. DIR
w. e. Neff will be the speaker. The
forum will be In charge of DIR AL
fred C. Dreher, chairman of the
health forum committee.
Rowley w. Phillips will speak
on "Mussolini and italy at the
lobby forum at the YMCA next
Thursday evening ut 8:16. Mr. Phil
lips visited Italy this fall In COM
pany with Congressman Edward
w. Goss and will have many inter-
esting incidents to relate. He will
be introduced by Fred >. Smith OF
the American Brass Company who
will also take charge OF the ques-
ton period following the address
and Joan came TO Hollywood. She
enrolled In q dramatic school and
today was rewarded with q contract
from q major studio.
Hollywood was having IA quake
today but II wasn't an earth tremor.
With good bit OF trepldatiOn,
the high saiarled folks were await
Ing the arrival tonight OF Boi Ito'
sonbiatt. deputy MIRA admInistra-
tor In charge OF the film code.
Word preceded him here that no
may move 10 pare down salaries In
the unpar bracket.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1934-01-22
BILLY SUNDAY
HAS TOOTHACHE

New York, Jan 22--(UP)-Billy
Sunday headed for Elmira today to
see a dentist about a devilishly an
,noying tooth, having completed a
two-week soul-saving campaign
that even his best friends agreed
was one Of the mildest bouts with
Satan he ever engaged in.
There were few of those violent
outbursts that made his listeners
feel he was dissecting the Evil One
before their very eyes and his con-
Guiding engagement at Calvary
church yesterday was placid.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1934-01-22
LATE REALTY NEWS
Mortgage Deeds

MOrtkhkc DecuS
Antonio Melchiona TO the Home
owners Loan Corp, property at bB
Third street. $i,4D7.6O.
Domenlco Lucia TO the Home
owners Loan OCrp, property at
$40 Oak street, $7,440.
Mortgage Releases
Citizens A. Manufacturer Ma
tionai bank. receiver TO Antonio
Molchlonn.
Citizens A. Manufacture Ma
tlonni bank. receiver, 10 D0meDico
Lucia.
Angelo LlIoin to DomenIse Lucia.
Quit Claim Deeds
Waterbury Savings Bank to y.
-. eastman,
The Waterbury Democrat., 1934-01-22
NO CHANGE IN ACT

washington. Jan. 22.--(UPo'-
MIRA Administrators johnson indl-
Gated today after n conference with
President Roosevelt that the nd-
minietTation will recommend no
changes In tho MIRA act.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1934-01-22
WARREN AKERs DEAD

proyincetown, Mass. Jan. a.
fUpb--W arFtA Newton AkeFn. ~. .
federal railroad administrator dMr.
Wee. president Of the Cooperation
Trusi comp Of New foFh. "
6onb al his home here
The Waterbury Democrat., 1934-01-22
sTOI,Il AleyTOU ITEAIIsII

Cambridge, MASS Jan, SS,--
lUpls--A motor hoarae, stolen BY
two boys, was wrecked here after
crashing Into two automobiles ANA
injurlns four parsons, tho thieves,
|unhnrf. escaped,
The Waterbury Democrat., 1934-01-22
CONNECTICUT SECURITIES
The II. n. Griggs 20.

PUBLIC UTILITY STOCKS
Bridgeport Gas 1t Co 81 81
Bridgep't Hydraulic Co "a 81
Conn Elec Service. -. 80 Al
Conn Gas & Coke com 8
Conn Gas & Coke pfd AZ As
Conn 1t e. Pow 51 20
Conn 1t & Pow 6k %
pfd 9S 103
Connecticut Power Co 3S 40
Conn Ry &c Ltg Co com 81 SO
Conn Ry & Ltg Co pfd Sd SO
HID Elect Lit Co com 52k SAY
HID Gas 1t Co COM. 40 A
Illuminating Shares A 80 Al
New Haven Water Co SO 55
South N e Tel Co. .101 105
INDUSTRIAL STOCKS
ANN .ardware Co. ... 1917 21h
Bristol Brass Corp com 81 "a
Colts Pat Fire Arms Co 1917 20A
Eagle Lock Co ...... 28 81
Landers Frary & Clark 32h 34h
New Brit Mach Co com 6 8
Niles Bement- Pond
com .............. y IL
North q Judd Mfg Co 1917 ,15h
Peck Stow &c Wilcox Co 2 4
Scovill Mfg Co ... % 23
Stanley Works Co com 10 81
Co .... 50 Sc
INSURANCE STOCKS
Aetna Fire Insurance. 36h 3S1a
Aetna Life Insurance. 10 21
Insurance. 21k 23k
General. BIZ 331a
Hartford Fire Insur.. as as
Home Insurance .... 201% 22h
National Fire Insur. . AN 491a
Phoenix Fire Insur. . 81 so
Travellers Insurance. 405 Ais
HOME LOAN BONDS
Home Loan as 1851, 92 92la
The Waterbury Democrat., 1934-01-22

Employees in the agriculture de-
partment were amazed and amused
by an unusual incident on bright
morning recently.
A sleek green limousine drew up
at one end of the road that leads
past the main department building.
A distinguished appearing. elderly
man alighted. He wore an expen-
sive fur coat. pearl felt hat and
swung a walking stick.
"Some one coming to see Secre-
tary Wallace" onlookers remark cd.
But the impressive looking gen.
tleman strobe briskly down the
sidewalk and past the building en-
trance. Behind him came the linz
CUISINE, slowly driven by an ex-
pensiveiy -garbcd chauffeur When
Mr. x reached the end of the side
walk, the limousine halted, no en-
tered and was whisked away.
Just taking his morning constl-
tutlonai," watchers commented,
smiling.
The treasury IL growing skepti-
cal over tho oft.ropeated allbI:
~ didn't know It was gold GER
That explanation has been Of
fered scores OF times by persons
turning IN gold coin and currency
under tho trennury'B railing that
this tyne Of money IN included un-
der the new gold orders.
OiIleIals reminded currency hold
era that The worlds gold certiii.
cate" are plainly pfinled across tho
face OF al paper money affected BY
the ruins.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1934-01-22

uFehf britain n eating -four
times a. much canned food a. ~
wears ano.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1934-01-22
Don't Quote Me
BY United Press

Washington, Jan 22-UP)-The
heavyweight championship has its
compensations, Primo Camera re-
allied on his return to Washing
ton after a hectic visit here three
years ago.
At that time "Da Preem" spent
most of his time rushing from the
Italian embassy to the labor de-
partment and vice versa. He was
facing deportation as an alien
whose entry permit was expiring.
All this was changed, however.
when the Gambling Alp" arrived
here Saturday amid fanfare. He
called on the italian ambassador,
to pay his respects as n fascist lieu
tenant. Then he turned his atten-
ton to photographers, who were
looking for an unusual picture.
After a hurried search. Washing
toms smallest bellhop was found.
Camera grinned down on the foot
8 boy. Cameras ground, Camera
grinned some moro and the scene
closed with everyone seeming quite
happy.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1934-01-22
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