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The Waterbury Democrat., 1934-03-29

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The Washington times., 1934-11-02


Hawks believes, and he will en-
deavor to prove his point on Gel
luloid, that American audiences
will like symphonic music if prop
erly presented; that there are
enough real music lovers in the
country to make the film profit
able; and that he can sell this
type of music to those who have
never gone to the so-called high
brow concerts. And so Mr.. Hawks
is now working out the dlrector1al
scheme on a Zoe Atkins story,
originally purchased by Universal
with the musical idea only as a
mere background. It's a daring
stunt, but more power to new
ideas in this business!
1t is Gene Kiss (the man.
abOut-tOwn club NAM who OBJ
serves: "When success goes to
an actors head it usually has
plenty of rOOm!"
Wanderings around Hollywood
One of the bigger and better
film writer's recently put on the
ultra stuff for an evening by
hiring car and uniformed chauf'
feur. AS he toured the various
night spots he became lonesome
and finally invited his driver to
Join him. Six a. m. found the
tuxedoed writer driving the chauf
feur around. james Lone
Wright has written a story fol
the films called stranger Than
Fiction" which concerns the
founding of the Aston fortune
upon Captain Kidd's pirate
The Washington times., 1934-11-02
Mrs. Wigs at
Palace Next

MRS. Wigs of The Cabbage
Patch" and her lovable little
BROOD" just as grand as ever,
come to life once more on the
screen of Loew's Palace Theater
when THE Merry Widow" COM
pletes it's current run.
Pauline Lord, noted Broadway
stage star who left the stage for
this particular role as Mrs. Wigs,
w. C. Fields, Zazu Pitts. Evelyn
Venable, Kent Taylor, Dona ID
Meek and many others appear in
the cast of this paramount pro-
duction which brings to the screen
one of the greatest human stories
in the world.
Mrs. Wigs of the Cabbage
Patch was adapted to the screen
from the celebrated play by Alice
Hogan Rice and Anne Crawford
FleXner.
The Washington times., 1934-11-02

Critics Go Cay
Indeed, I couldn't believe my
eyes when I read the New York
notices on 1.-THE Farmer Takes a
Wife" For I found here a
very dull and tiresome play which
might better be called Some
thing Never Happens"
Imagine, then, the amazement,
when it stirs the scholarly Brooks
Atkinson, of the New York Times,
to these quoted gems: "Jeepers,
Cripers, How Enjoyable" Or Percy
Hammond to use instead Of his
usual buttered adjectives, "A
damn fine Show"
Bravo, then, for Playwright
Marc Connolly, who must have
worked wonders since the opening
night on E Street three weeks ago.
That "Jeepers, Cripers" in the
New York Times wins me.
Marty May Wins
The votes it seems are all in
favor of Marty May, who is the
principal comedian of Roberta"
at the National. This is unusual
since he replaced Bob Hope and
the custom is to say that any fol-
low-up cannot be good as the orig
inal of the role. I'll say again
that he not only is as good, but
he's very much better.
Another instance of a pinch
hitting actor making the grade
and then a step or two higher, is
James Barton, in Tobacco Road"
current on Broadway. Woe seized
the producers when Henry Hull
decided to listen to the Hollywood
check books, for they seemed to
have a play that depended upon
one actor and that mime was
Henry Hull.
However, they decided to try
with Jim Barton, known best as
a dancer and a vaudeville comic.
Actor Barton struck IL and all
was happiness again for Tobacco
Road" Now Jim Barton has been
signed by the movies and threat
ems to leave the show. They may
have to find a third "Jeeter' for
what appears to be hit play.
ThaIberg Errors
Is Irving Thalberg losing his
magic as Hollywood picker? He
tried with Grace Moore and pro-
duced dodo. Then Columbia took
her and turned out lone Night of
Love-" which is making enough
to declare an extra dividend.
Then M-G-M had Fred Astaire
and just used him for a brief
dancing bit in Joan Crawford's
Dancing Lady," Radio took him
over and is coasting along to a
100000 gross on "The Gay
Divorce" They have just tied
him tight to a long-term contract.
The first Hollywood gossip had
it that Fred Astaire could never
be a leading man. Just hoofer
who lacked S. A. I don't know
who reached this decision, but it
must have been near-sighted men.
For all of the girls who are honey
ing the Astaire acting in "The Gay
Divorce" just can't be wrong.
Palace Birthday
Loew's Palace Theater is 16
years old on Sunday and I'll
gamble century note against a
thin dime no other movie house
on the Loew ledgers can show
brighter pages. It has been a
consistent winner and has more
habit patronage than any other
downtown movie.
Larry Beatus, it's first manag
ing-director still mournS because
he asked for pay raise and in
order to get it had to transfer tt
a higher executive position ir
New York. Angie Ratio is as
much a part of Loew'S Palace a:
the corner stone. He has beer
house manager since it opened
and refused time after time tt
accept promotion that involved
leaving his beloved Thirteenth
and F Street corner.
Manager Ratio knows person
ally all who have been regular
PalaceiteS since 1918. There are
quite a few who haven't missed 6
The Washington times., 1934-11-02

treasure u ck Dempse
ACTUALLY long-distance phoned
Max Baer to spout about his
babys weight. DR.. Bill Branch,
one of Hollywood's popular
medicos and favorite polo players,
is now in the hospital with a
broken collar bone, received in
an awful tumble from his polo
pony. Oddly enough, Bill is in
the same room that Helen
Murphy recently occupied. Helen
is the little movie extra girl Bill
so graciously and without a
cent of fee saved from death
when she needed an expensive
operation and contracted pneu'
monia.
The Washington times., 1934-11-02
Late News of
Broadway

NEW YORK, Nov. Lew
Brown, who has been calling
loudly and desperately for stars
for his forthcoming Calling All
Stars" had this answer yesterday
when Jimmy Durante, the mimi
table "Schnozzle," wired an &C.
ceptance to start in the forthcom-
ing Brown musicale.
It's the end of long quest for
Brown, who has practically cast
his revue with the exception of a
star-and now he has his star.
The Coney Island Cyrano will
board a plane Immediately and
be here in plenty time for re-
hearsalS.
Already cast for Calling All
Stars" are Everett Marshall, Jack
Whiting, Mitzi Mayfair. Patsy
Flick, Patricia Bowman, Gertrude
Nissen and many others.
H. K. Berg yesterday signed
Harry Green, of the movies, and
Blossom Seeley, of vaudeville and
the movies, for leading roles in
Piper Paid" the Sarah B. Smith
Viola Brothers Shore play which
goes into rehearsal the week Of
November IL.
Sammy White was added to
the cast of the forthcoming Eddie
Bowling musicale, Thumbs Up"
The Ritz Quartet and the
Alvin Quartet have been added
to the cast of Vinton Freedley'S
Anything Goes" Also signed
for this musical is Ted Arkin,
young dancer who is noted for
his modernistic interpretive work
Samuel Goldwyn has enjoined
Jesse Block and Eve Sully from
working in musicals or vaudeville
until the opening of their pic
ture, kid Millions"
Bert Lytell will speak from
the dais Sunday night at the
dinner rendered Postmaster
General Farley by the FriarS
Club.
The Washington times., 1934-11-02
Johnny Is Singing

Zone Manager Payette of War
ner Bros was buying the cokes
yesterday. For Cosmopolitan Pic
lures go on his booking forms
after January l and he knows
that 1885 will probably produce
another Thin Man" a Men in
White" a couple of when Ladies
Meet" and the Marion Davies
features with the crosses that
spell sweet profit.
For the past few years every
time Johnny Payette pulled on a
The Washington times., 1934-11-02
Art In The Flesh

A quick review of the pictures
shown since July / will prove that
no similar period in years has
produced a better average product
than those shown in the Washing
ton downtown theaters between
July / and November /. Theater
managers admit it, and such smart
showmen as Rudy Berger, of the
M.-G.-M. exchange Sam Wheeler,
for Fox, and Sam CALAMITY, for
Columbia. will tell you the same
thing. They know, since their
business is selling pictures.
Director Ernst Lubitsch is
among those who complain that
the new production code has hob
bled art. I began to take this
seriously until 1 read further and
discovered he had the same con-
ception of art as Mr.. Earl Car
roll. This is the kind of art that
Minsky burlesque parades in strip
numbers and that is shown in its
highest form on French post
cards.
The Washington times., 1934-11-02
HH69ITLYw; o (; G'f D!
Bv JIMMY STARR

HOLLYWOOD CAL, Nov. Hello. Making decidedly
daring step something the line of musical films
Director Howard has succeeded convincing Universal
that the Margaret SULLIVAN production which he will mega
phone will include complete symphony The success of the
operate Grace Moore cinema One Night OF Love-, was
partly responsible for the studio allowing such artistic idea
to win over arguments that were box-oce figures
The Washington times., 1934-11-02
PICTURES ARE BETTER
Steady improvement Noted
In Screen Product Under
New Purity Label
By ANDREW R. KELLEY

good three months have passed since Hollywood began
making pictures under the production code and hear
few complaints that the restrictions imposed by Deacon Will
Hays and his good man. Joe Breen have had depressing
effect the movie box office.
Personally I am grated that the clamor for purity has
stopped the the bathroom door The first resort Of
feebemnded directors to undress the ngenue IT
sbe better still turn the lens the shower room,
perhaps catch the juvenile scrubbng himself in tub
Such gone forever hope, with only to
mon
The Washington times., 1934-11-02

got his wish and his present on
November /. Mr.. Warner did his
Christmas shopping early.
Critics Co Cay
The Washington times., 1934-11-02
Used to Royalty

Reginald Owen, featured with
Bing Crosby in Here Is MY
Heart" is rapidly becoming &C
customed to royal roles. He
played a Russian prince in that
picture, and in the two previous
ones was a king,
The Washington times., 1934-11-02
Guard Gets Break

Mitchell Lessen, director OF
Behold MY Wife" searched for
days for an actor to appear with
Sylvia Sidney in this film. He
finally found him in the person
of q studio policeman.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1934-11-06
High School Notes

The Crosby Rifle Club will meet tomorrow at the close of school for the discussion of activities for the coming season. There will also be a meeting of the Art club in room 306 under the direction of Miss Edith Patteh, faculty ad- visor.
 The Occupations Club today made trip to the Connecticut Light and Power Company office on Freight street. They will visit the Peter Paul Candy Company Tn Naugatuck Saturday.
 A meeting of the Italian club, II Circolo ManZoni, was held this af- tcrnoon at 3 o'clock in room 1lS under the direction of Miss Jose-- phine Menotti. The Crosby band also met today under the direction of Floyd c. Evans.
 Two groups representing the Wilby High School Rifle Club held practice match this afternoon al the state armofy. The Captains included Casimer Szczepanslli Francis Grove, Ernest Bercier. Will liam Drew and John McGurk; and the Presidents" Henry Kalis Joseph DiCorpo. Edwin Huer, and John Hubbard. Newton w. Alex ander is coach.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1934-11-06
b. A. R. OBSERVES
 ANNUAL GUEST DAY

The annual observance of guest day was held yesterday afternoon by Melicent Porter chapter, Daugh- ters of the American Revolution. Many out of town regents were present. A program of entertain ment included Mrs Russell Webber, monologist; Mrs Edward A. Herr, lyric soprano; and Mrs Albert Flu sonic, whistler.
 Among the out-of-town regents who addressed the regents were Mrs J. Joseph Williams of the Ruth Hart chapter in Meriden, Mrs Eugene F. Clark of the Sarah Ludlow chapter in Seymour, Mrs David Fl. Bluestone of the Sarah Rogers chapter in Naugatuck and Mrs Edgar G. Norton of the Sarah Whitman Trumbull chapter of Watertown. Each extended messages of congratulations to Mrs Robert s. Walker, the local regent, and to chapter members. Mrs Williams was accompanied by Mrs Newcomer; Mrs Clark by Mrs, Mayberry; Mrs Blue- stone by Mrs Warner and Mrs Norton by Mrs Lamphier.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1934-11-06
What is the matter with my

Q. What is the matter with my job?
 A. Fear. Absolute fear, has left more people holding the bag" than anything else. Then comes a feeling of .inferiority- that plays strong second to fear. These are produced-no doubt by your inborn weakness to uncer- tainty and lack of hope. Two wholly unnecessary faults that can be replaced by courage, poise and healthful curiosity, that brings you to know just where you are weak, where you are strong-and the ways of men and women that have accomplished great things along the paths of life. Get busy, you are young-"don't watch the clock!" Remember--if the other fellow gets along there is reason and it isn't favoritism or pull half as much as you think-neither is it hard luck that holds you back, but nine times in ten 'it is not knowing just where you are lack ing", a condition easily overcome with complete understanding. You rarely ever see a man with full knowledge of himself, without great elf-possession, and a self possessed man is usually a sue cessful one. Waste no more time on the other fellow-watch your self That's all there is too it. You can be what you will.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1934-11-06

Amid streamers and red fire the political campaign came to close last night. Democratical speaker held forth at Duggan square early in the evening and all were present at the lengthy g.o.p. parade passed the scene. During the parade the republicans were serenaded by the American Band wno played the funeral march as a request selec- tion.
 Democratic speakers flayed the republican candidates for their rash promises.
 Ex-Mayor Francis P. Guilfoile termed the republican campaign talk as bunk" and urged hi' audience not to interest themselves in any propaganda injurious 10 the presidents program.
 Mayor Frank Hayes, nominee for lieutenant governor predicted the greatest democratic majority tic party in years.
 Attorney Thomas McGrath re- ferred to the g. o. D. parade as their own funeral and bitterly at tackled his rivals for burying their candidates under cover of dark ness.
 Other speakers were: Judge Ed ward Mascolo, George T. Culhane, Representative John Thoms, Judge Dennis Slavin, John w. Bender and J. Joseph Smith, Also present were: Daniel J. Lcary, Rocco Diorio, Dennis Clancy and William J. Roach. Public Works commissioner James A. Phelan acted as master of ceremonies.
 The 11th district polls at the Duggan school gymnasium ds well as the 18th at the Washington avenue firehouse opened at o. clock this morning. The first to vote in the 11th was William J. Shanahan who cast his ballot a few seconds after the opening of the polls. During the first two hours the vote was exceptionally large, There was a heavy rain- fall at that time. The rain ac- tually started at 5:45 o'clock: The polls will close promptly at 6 o. clock this evening and all resi- dents are urged to vote before that time rather than have a last min- ute rush, Plan Future ActlVltleS
 Members of the Mt Carmel Holy Name society gathered at the church last night for their regular monthly meeting. Plans were dis cussed for the completion of the recreation hall. now bein built adjoining the rear of the church. The building thus far has bee n constructed by volunteer labor and considerable progress has been made. All parish and social fupc- tions will be conducted there upon it's completion.
 Mrs Downey Improved
 Mrs Margaret Downey of l4o South Leonard street is reported 10 be improved following an accident near her home recently when hit by an automobile operated by Jeremiah Mccarthy. Mrs Downey was treated by a physician for minor bruises and returned to he: home.
 Acmes Meet.
 The Town Plot Acmes held a social at the Brooklyn Y. Nj. c. A. recently and realized a successful venture. Short speeches were en- joyed, given by Frank Berardi former Wilby high school pitcher Michael Purcaro, president. John
The Waterbury Democrat., 1934-11-06
Bench Warrant For
 Dan Cherry Wanted
 Here On Six Counts
County Detective Aing, Lieutenant Stevens to Seize Accused When He Is Released Tomorrow From
 Dannemora Prison in New York State

the 9th, the day after he is released from the Dannemora prison. If he does not demand hearing, he will be brought back to Waterbury inn mediately.
 Arriving here he will be arraign- ed in superior court before Judge John A. Cornell. If he pleads not guilty to the charges against him. a bond for his appearance in the January criminal term, will be fix ed and he will be taken to the New Haven county jail. Assistant States Attorney William B. Fitzgerald is expected to take charge of C-,erry's arraignment here.
 Cherry is accused of having forg- ed his name to tn ree e American Railway Express Co. checks and to have used them on the Curtis Art Go. and the Alling Rubber Co.,, in obtaining merchandise. His police record began back in 1890 and he has been arraigned in police courts throughout most of the principal cities of the world.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1934-11-06

County Detective Roland G. AL ling of the office of States Attorney Lawrence L. Lewis and Lieutenant Joseph P. Stevens of the local detective bureau will leave tomor- row for the Dannemora state pris- on in New York to bring back to Waterbury Dan Cherry, interna- tionally known character, who will be arraigned in superior court on six counts of forgery and obtaining goods by false pretenses. Cherry's time will have been served in New York on Thursday.
 Cherry has refused to waive ex- tradition so extradition papers had to be drawn. The local officers will carry with them the. papers signed by Governor Wilbur l.. Cross. Governor Lehman of New York state has already signed the, war rant that notifies Cherry he is wanted in Waterbury.
 Cherry may demand a hearing which he is entitled to. If he does, the hearing will be held probably
The Waterbury Democrat., 1934-11-06
Local Police Claim Custody of International Forge
MISSION WORKERS
 HOLD CONFERENCE
Sessions Opened in St Johns Church To-day;
 Reports Made

Three meetings will be held at St Johns Episcopal church today in the interest of missions. At g. o'clock this afternoon the women of the parish and the church offi- cers were slated to meet. At g. o'clock, general meeting for all jarishioners of Episcopal churches in the vicinity is to be held.
 Reports on the recent Episcopal conference when missionary work was the principal topuc, were scheduled to be given at the meet- ings. Similar meetings are being held in other Episcopal dioceses of the state today. Speakers will be Rt Rev Elmer N. Schmuck, mis- sionary bishop of Wyoming and Miss Charlotte Sewyer. vice-presi-, dent of the New York diocesan Women's auxiliary.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1934-11-06
St. Johns Supper
 Committee Chosen
Irving F. Campbell General Chairman of November l3
 Event-TOrringtOn Man Hurt
WATERFOWL
Corespondent-A R. DeIand-Phone Watertown 200

The supper committee of St Johns church met Sunday eve- ming at the rectory and made plans for the annual harvest sup per which will be held this year. Tuesday evening, November 18th, in the lower hall of the Commun- ity building.
 The committees in charge are, director, Rev c. P. Teulings; gen. eral chairman, Irving K. Campbell; i; chairman ticket committee, Rev c. F. Teulings; secretary, Miss Agnes flaming; chairman hall committee, Edward Kenny; chair man food committee, Mrs Edward Coon; chairman floor committee, John Miller; chairman traffic, Paul Le Clair.
 The Children of Mary will have table of home made candy for sale.
 The Connecticut Council of Catholic Women will have a table where a variety of home cooked foods such as bread, biscuits, nut bars and orange bread. marmalade and preserves will be for sale. There will also be a booth of fancy articles
The Waterbury Democrat., 1934-11-06
INQUIRIES UPSETS.
 BURGLARY REPORT

A reported break at the First Ma tional Store at 1071 South Main street evaporated when investigat- ed by police today. A broken window had led to the report that the place, which was held up in daylight last August, had been burglarized.
 The window break. however, was found to have been apparently the work of boys. Nothing inside the store was missing, and nothing was disarranged.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1934-11-06
Q. How may I be popular?

A. Those born under your sign are always deeply interested in friends and people. They love the world and life and long forwhat you seek, and as rule are the most popular. Be above sarcasm, my dear, and remember a well balanced mind and disposition are one of the highest forms of intel ligence. Have a kindly word for all and refrain from gossip or hurting the feelings of others. You will never be ''prude'-of that l am sure. Treat all kinds and classes with consideration - be known as cheerful and happy. Do this and your company will be sought on all occasions. Your ability to radiate sunshine will he appreciated All of this is the es- sence of popularity.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1934-11-06
TRUE REFLECTION THE WOMAN OF THE HOUR
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very great extent Patience and persistency will eventually bring you the results. How often 1 have warned people to hold on, only to have them pay no heed, and to find out later that they were on the verge of success! I expect to go on the radio this winter after I answer some of the letters piled up-then I will do all can to help you become known. The personal touch of the radio brings a near ness and familiarity that general ly obtains results. Let me warn you of the importance of visualiz- ing health and success-that is a powerful factor in mind over mat ter. Learn to forget your physical self-put your mind on God, health and prosperity.
 Q. Will the girl I love ever marry me?
 A. I can't imagine why "a red blooded man" like you should be in such predicament. It is true that. those born under your sign may lack determination ana pe:- sistency, but for goodness sake get busy-don't be so modest. You must know how the girls of to-day heartily approve of speed, and find the leave man" more than a little fascinating. In spite of your great love I wouldn't give the girl to un- derstand it was a question of life and death. Take it a bit off, hand, girls prefer that attitude, and as soon as she feels little doubtful she will bring the matter to a head and be willing to marry you.
 Q. know fellow that wants to take me riding in his car but he won't come to my house. He wants me to meet him on side street. Will go?
 come to your house you should be more than ashamed to gQ with him. He is just a young egotisti cal "no nothing" that should be put in his place. With your possi- bilities you shouldn't entertain thought of his kind. I can't imag- inc one of your type finding him anything but bore.
 Waterbury Democrat readers asking the following questions, have neglected to forward self addressed Sc stamped envelope: 'yNill I get the Money I expect': "Nin I meet girl who will really care for me-: "What kind of work am best suited for?" If these readers will comply with the rules their questions will have a prompt reply.