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The Waterbury Democrat., 1934-12-17
THOUSAND WAS
 LEFT JOBLESS

Southbridge, Mass, Dec. IT. (UP)-Nearly 1000 textile workers and their families faced extreme poverty today as result of the clos ing of the Hamilton Woolen Mills, Southbridge's principal industry. So seriously do citizens regard the situation that prayers for the pres ervation of the mill were said in all churches here yesterday. Mill offi- .cials announced the shutdown after a five-week strike during which strike-sympathizers clashed with loyal workers and state troopers.
 The Mutual Protective Aid Asso- citation, composed of 6S0 workers who refused to take part in the strike, started circulation of peti- tions among business men, bankers and home owners asking that d. rectors of the Hamilton plant re- consider their closure decision. It was pointed out that hundreds of workers have spent most of their lives in the mill and have no other means of livelihood. As many of them own or are buying homes their loss of work will affect the whole community.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1934-12-17

Joseph H. Freedman, son of MT and Mrs s. F. Freedman. $50 Cooke street. was recently appointed as assistant editor of the Pegasus" the annual of Washington College, Chestertown, Md. He has been identified with the publication for two years. Freedman. who is a junior at Washington, has fig ured in many campus activities chiefly of an intellectual nature. Joseph was reelected as secretary or the Classical society; and he IS member of the Shakespeare Players, a dramatic organization which annually presents one of Shakespeare's plays; also he holds membership in the Histori- cal society and the Mount Vernon Literary society of which he is a curator. Last week an honor was conferred on Young Freedman when he, along with one other student from the college. was ap- pointed to serve on a commission to edit treatise on "The Col onial Eastern Shore." The commis- sion, headed by Dr Gilbert W. Mead, president of Washington col lege, includes many prominent his- torians of Maryland.
 Lawrence Koleshko, son of MT and Mrs Joseph Koleshko. of IS Branch street, recently appeared in "Jonesy" three-act comedy pre- sented by the Washington Play CTS, one of the dramatc organiza- tions at Washington, one of the dramatic organizations at Wash ington College, Chestertown, Md. Young Koleshko gave a very cred- itable performance in the role of a wealthy Jewish business man. The play was a huge success and the cast, stage manager, and coach es were complimented on their fine work. Lawrence, a freshman ct Washington, has taken an interest in xtra-curricular activities on the campus. Besides the Washington Players. he is a member of the Mount Vernon Literary society and
The Waterbury Democrat., 1934-12-17
ENGINEER HANGS
 HIMSELF AT HOME

Portland, Conn.,, Dec. 17-(UP) Funeral services will be held Tuesday for Charles A. Ingersoll, 61, a mechanical engineer and former president of the Middle town Chamber of Commerce, who committed suicide Sunday by hang ing himself in a workshop at the rear of his home. For the past IT years he had been a mechanical engineer at the Russell Manufac- turing Co.,, and previously had been an efficiency engineer at the Winchester Repeating Arms Co.,, New Haven, for 22 years.
 He was a native of New Haven and a graduate of Yale Scientific School, where he taught for three years before entering business. He was president Of the Middletown Chamber of Commerce in 1920 and for several years was clerk of the New Haven harbor commission. He was a first lieutenant in the naval militia at New Haven and a member of the New Haven Grays. His widow, son and a daughter survive.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1934-12-17

St Cecilia's church was filled to capacity this morning when the funeral of Mrs Mary Demenske. widow of Adam Demenske was held at 9:30 o'clock from the home to the church where solemn mass of requiem was celebrated at 10 o'clock by her son, Rev Edward Demenske of Branford, assisted by Rev Thomas Murray of Branford, deacon, Rev Peter Cuny, sub-dea- con, Rev William Brewer of Naug- atuck, master of ceremonies, Rev Peter P. Daily and Rev Edward Duffy, acolytes and Rev R. L.. Christopher of Thompsonville, cen- sor bearer. ,
 Seated in the sanctuary were: Reverends David B. Grady of Mer- iden, Nathan J. Conklin of Guil- ford, Leo W. Weston and Michael Skelly of Danbury, William P. Bot laney of Wallingford, John M. Brearty of New Haven, W. A. Downey of Mount Carmel, J. F, Murcko of Southington, R. T. Nor rissey of Union City, J. K. Brophy of New Britain, Thomas J. O'Con- nell of Meriden, William J. Ger rit yof Meriden and Francis M. O'Shea, William J. Wurkas, Edward Farrell, Francis Murphy, John T. Connor, Bernard J. Foster. Joseph A. Rice, John A. Costello, Francis P. Breen, J. M. Coughlin and John P. Kennedy, all of this city.
 Large delegations were in at-
The Waterbury Democrat., 1934-12-17
ORGANIZED CRIME
 BATTLE OUTLINED
Yale Criminologist De- scribes Federal G0vern-
 lnent'S Routine at Y

The successful battle now being waged by the federal government against organized crime was de- scribed yesterday by Dr George Dession. head of the department of criminal law at Yale, speaking at a forum in the Central YMCA.
 Tracing the origin of modern day ''rackets" to the bootleggers, who were aided in the development of their lawless industry by the auto- mobile, Dr Dession said that their success was largely due to their connection with politics.
 In answer to questions following his talk, he said that 1t was his be- lief the country was headed for greater federal control. because of counterfeiting and dope peddling. the government must now stamp out Kidnapping and income tax eva sion.
 Thomas Smith, director of reli- gious education presided at the forum.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1934-12-17
DOVERI SOCIETY
 RENAMES CARUSO
Committee Named Yester= day to Provide Christi
 mas Gifts for Members

At the election of officers held at the Diritti Doveri society yes- tehday Antonio Caruso was re- elected for the third term, all of the other officers were reelectd.
 Othr officers are: John Bottin, vice president; Agostino Agostini recording secretary; Frank Ma rucci, fin sec; Canio Rosa, treasur- CT: Gaetano Macchiarelli Giusep- pc Petroccion trustees: Luigi Fili- pelli, John Losa, Aurelio Capocchi Ferdnando Perugini, and Vincenzo, Barnaba, counselors; Gaetano Li- berto, guard; Gustave Testa, phy- Sician.
 The committee was appointed to provide Christmas gifts to children of needy members of the society.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1934-12-17
TRAP FOR SLAYER
 OF LITTLE GIRL

New York, Dec. IT = (UP) - Detective William F. King today set a trap for Albert H. Fish, 65, confessed killer of Grace Budd. 10, in an effort to connect him with the disapparence of a number of children during the last 10 years. King left a large bundle of writing paper, a dozen pencils, and a pad of stamped envelopes each pre- addressed to King, in Fish's cell. Acting on the detectives instruc- tions, keepers asked Fish every two hours if he had any mail to be posted.
 Fish was diagnosed as a victim of graphomania that gives him an incessant, undeniable urge to write. It was letters he wrote Mrs Delhia Budd, mother of the dead girl, that led to his arrest for the staying that took place in 1928. Police digging a round the aban- doped house in Westchester county where Fish confessed he killed Grace and dissected her body, found additional bones not belong ing to the skeleton identified as that of his victim.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1934-12-17
BOSTON DOCTOR
 STILL MISSING

Boston, Dec 17-(UP)- Police were without a clue today in the fortnight-old mystery of the dis appearance of Dr George Hoyt Bigelow, former state health com missioner and executive-director of Massachusetts General Hospital.
 They placed no credence in pulp lished suggestions that Dr Bigelow may have been found two days af- ter he vanished, only to be lost again almost immediately. This theory was based on the report of Charles T. Beaupre, former head of the state constabulary, that on December 5 he saw Dr Bigelow with a man of professional bearing outside the State House. It was suggested this man might have found the doctor and then become separated from him.
 A potential clue on which police had based high hopes collapsed over the weekend when Mrs Merle w. Carleton of Londonderry, N. H., reported that picture of Dr Bige- low did not resemble an unidenti- fled man who sought food and shelter at her home December 9th.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1934-12-17

A request for facts, other than those contained in the information submitted to local authorities has been made upon federal authori- ties in connection with the case of Benjamin F. Brown, AZ. held in custody for alleged sending of threatening matter through the mails, States Attorney Lawrence T.. Lewis stated today.
 Mir Lewis was queried by the Democrat as to the present status of the case and he answered he Is awaiting response to bis letter to Assistant U. S. District Attorney George H. Cohen at Hartford, who asked local authorities to make dis position of the case.
 Mir Lewis stated that he Is with out sufficient information upon which to proceed with the case here and has. requested M. Cohen to forward any facts in relation to the case he might have in his possession.
 Brown was arrested following a five-year investigation by fed- eral and local authorities. He is accused of being the person who sent threatening letters to high fo- ficials of the Chase companies and other prominent men in the city. He was charged with the federal
The Waterbury Democrat., 1934-12-17
FAMILY ALMOST
 ASPHYXIATED

New Haven. Conn, Dec 17-(uP) A break in gas pipe nearly cost the lives of Joseph L. Horowitz. his wife and three daughters and a maid last night.
 Deputy Sheriff Charles c. Mer- riam, who resides next door. smelled gas and went to the Horo- witz home to inquire as to it's source. He was forced to break in a kitchen door. The maid, uncon- scious, was lying on the floor. Members of the Horowitz family. also unconscious. were. found in their rooms. After opening all the windows in the house Merriam summoned two physicians who re- vived the victims.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1934-12-17
Mrs. Mary Demenske
 Paid Final Tribute
Church Crowded at Funeral Mass This Morning Cele=
 brated-B By Son-Many Out-of-Town Clergy Present

tendance from the Twin Sisters lodge, St Ceciiia's society and the Concordia Singing society.
 The choir, under the direction Of Miss Marie Herringer sang Bauer's requiem mass. William O'Brien, as soloist, rendered Pie Jesu" at the offertory and "The Sleep of Peace" after the mass. Abide With Me" was rendered at the recessional by the choir.
 Burial was in the family plot in Calvary cemetery. The visiting clergy chanted the litany of the dead led by Rev John Brophy. Committal services were conducted by Rev John Brophy and Rev Peter Cuny, assisted by the visiting clergymen.
 The pallbearers included: James Carr, John Hutchinson, Quentin Straub, Max Engelhart, Carl Frey, and Alfred Shearer.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1934-12-17
PASTOR IS FOUND
 DEAD IN RECTORY

New London, Conn.,, Dec. 17 = (UP)-When the Rev Philip M: Kerridge, 65, rector of St James, Episcopai church. failed to appear for the Sunday service, parishion.. CTS went to the rectory and found him dead in the living room from Illuminating gas fumes from Q gas log in the fireplace.
 ITO had been dead since Friday. Authorities believed he had fallen asleep before the fire and aeciden' tally kicked the iog, extiHguishlng the flame.
 Parisiionora had planned an ObseFVanco at the church next month in recognition of hls 90 years as rector. Four sons survive
The Waterbury Democrat., 1934-12-17
Feared Being Bum
 So Tried To Die

Los Angeles. Dec 17- (UP)--GeOrge E, Little, "A, was near death today from a bullet wound which police said was self-inflicted, bee cause he didn't want to "bc n blIm' i'm a strange town 5000 miles from his home in WOl- lastOn, Mass. Without funds, friends or a job, he stood in his hotel room and fired a bullet fin hls abdomen.
 '.I was sick of living,, he told police. "I couldn't do anything. I'm . failure"
 A note addressed to Miss Ethel Doran, $ ChampIlcy Place, Roxbury. Mass, read:
 ''I'm a coward. I'm awful Iy scared to die. It's the greatest fear I have ever known. I hope God will have mercy on me. Rather than be bum I took this way out. I'll always love you"
 A message i'm similar tenor was addressed to his parents.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1934-12-17
States Attorney
 Seeks Information
File Request With Federal Authorities in Case of Poi. { sOn,Pen Writer Disposition Depends on Answer

offense of violating the postal laws.
 When he was brought before the federal authorities 1t was decided to have physical examination of the accused made to determine whether he was mentally balanced. 2 The report of the aiienists is to the effect that Brown is mentally unbalanced. The federal authorities then requested, in a letter received by MT Lewis, that local officials make disposition of his case.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1934-12-17
RECEPTION STAGED BY THEATER GROUP
HOusewarming Party Held at New Quarters on
 LeayenWOrth Street

Expressions of elation were made by the more than 100 guests who attended the "housewarming" and informal reception of tho Civic The ater of Waterbury in its new loca- ton on Leavenworth. street yester- day afternoon. The thcater has taken over the building formerly housing the Waterbury Institute of Craft and Industry.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1934-12-17
BLIND MAN ADORNS
 STAND BEAUTIFULLY

The candy, cigarette and cigar stand operated in the city hall by James Mitchell, blind merchant, is attractively decorated in Christmas style today. Boughs of evergreens are mingled with wreaths of laurel, holly and Christmas ribbon. MT Mitchell did the work himself yes- terday. It is the subject of con- siderable comment.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1934-12-17
MAY MOTT QUIT

Philadelphia, Dec I7. tUP)- Leopold gtokowskrs willingness to meet with the board of directors of the Philadelphia Orchestra as- s0ciatlon, led to the belief t0-dny that the noted conductory may re- consider his decision fo quit the orchestra { the close of his present contract. December 90.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1934-12-17
V. F. W.. ARRANGES
 CHRISTMAS PARTY

The annual Christmas party of Wheeier-Young post, Veterans of Foreign Wars. will be held next Saturday afternoon in the state ar- rnory. The committee of arrange ments includes William B. Walker, senior vice commander, Robert Mclaughlin, John Luddy, Frank Smith, William Cashin and ohm Fitzgibbons.
 Sons of the veterans will be the guests on this special occasion at which time Christmas, tree will be erected and appropriate gifts nresenfed
The Waterbury Democrat., 1934-12-17
WOMEN,s CODE FIELD

New York, Dec IT. (UP)-The 1885 Women's National Golf cham pionship has been awarded to the Interlachen Country club of Hop kins, Minn. and will be played dur ing the week beginning August 26, it was announced to-day by the U. s. G. A. The club is ear Min neanoliH.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1934-12-17

Belgrade. Jueoslavia. Dec i7. (UP) Tive million army FeseFv- lsls, fn accordance with tradieon arch. took lho oth of alieaianco to i.veaf.old kine Peter fL yesieFs |doys
The Waterbury Democrat., 1934-12-17
Washington College
 Honors Waterburians
Joseph H. Freedman Named Assistant Editor of 'Pe-
 gasus" s"-Lawrence KOleshkO Lauded for Play

the Gle eclub; also he plays vio- lin the Colleges Little Symphony orchestra.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1934-12-17

Bees sliDe only when annoyed. bureau ef entomology,
The Waterbury Democrat., 1934-12-17
It's Christmas Time At Hampson, Mmtie & Abbott's tor
This Store Is Ready To Serve Your Every Need

Silk Bedspreads, Lace Bed- spreads, Table Scarfs, Sofa Pill lows, Dinner Cloths, Mirror $ Cords, Fancy Curtain Rods and a large selection of Lace Cur tains and Draperies.
The Nome nugget., 1934-09-04

tring the depression it seems to 1 am able to note that black ing suits are largely increasing lumber. And 1 wonder that Is permit seyen-tenths of them 3 filed and tried, and thus add lblic expense and injustice. An f thing Americans must recog- before they can become reas- ly clean-as clean as the peo- of other civilized nations-is blackmail has become a recog- 1 American profession, and wins.
 than half the time.
 they were not so annoying, the rent types of men would be .musing study. We study the lr forms of life and find much Ing and order to commend, a close look at man soon re
 in fierce charges of astound. iullEess and unforgivable hab-
The Nome nugget., 1934-09-04
FOR KENNETH
By ANNE CAMPBELL

Y EEP up your courage, Friend! N The days are long; The walls are narrow, and the bed is hard. Outside the hospital, the summer song
 Of birds reminds you of your own back yard. But the long months have dimmed the memory Of your loved haunts, your bud ding locust tree. That star that you remember, swims in gloom. There is no world beyond your little room. Keep firm your hand on hope, my blessed friend, For there await beyond your painted door The joys that will seem sweeter with the end Of Illness, when you journey home once more. The night of suffering seems end less now, But so does winter for the apple bough. The summer moon of health will rise at last, And you'll return, with all the dark days past. You will come homel Each hour that you are there Brings you a little nearer to that goal !- Love will be waiting for you on the stair. There will be smiles of joy to cheer your soul. The Past will melt away; the years of pain Will seem a dream when you are home again, And the Gold Door of Promise will swing wide To let the sun of Happiness in- sidei
 WNU Service
The Nome nugget., 1934-09-04

Browns garden down on the Green Meadows to look for carrots, but al- ways he had been disappointed. Other good things he had found. but no carrots.
 Thus 1t was that when Reddy Fox told him that he. Reddy. had dis covered some Of the finest carrots that ever grew, Jerry was inter ested. Of course. How could he help but bei Did you say carrotsT asked Jerry, quite as If he wasn't sure that his ears hadn't played him a trick.
 q certainly did" replied Red dy Fox. q certainly said carrots. They are the finest carrots ever l had laid my two eyes on. and in my travels I have seen Q great many carrots. I don't eat carrots myself. but 1t Is fact that just looking at those carrots. Jerry. and thinking how much one who does eat them would enjoy them made me hungry. Then I thought of you" Jerry didn't see the sly wink in one of Reddy's eyes as he said this. "Yes," con- tinued Reddy, q thought of you and came straight over here to tell you about them. I remembered what you said about laying up stores for winter and it came to me that per haps you would like to put some of these carrots away with the other good things. I certainly would if I liked carrots"
 Jerry Muskrat's mouth watered so that Reddy Fox saw 1t water and turned away to hide a grin.
 Did you say that those carrots are very far away from here% asked Jerry wistfully.
 q didn't say" replied Reddy. "Do you know where Farmer Browns garden fs?"
 Jerry nodded. "Yes," said he. At least know where his corn field is."
 "Well." replied Reddy promptly, those carrots are there. They are right at the end of the corn field, the end nearest the Smiling Pool. There are rows and rows of them.
The Nome nugget., 1934-09-04
All We.

Pedagog-Name the constituents of quartzi
 His Fathers son-Pints.
The Nome nugget., 1934-09-04
WRITING MATERIALS,

VXTRITING Paper for Men: Good
 w taste exacts that stationery for all men be very conservative. Color of writing paper: White, cream, the deeper shades of blue, or any of the grayish mixtures known as granite. (Plain gray is better for an older man than for a young one.) Smartest style of paper: Either bond or Irish linen or gran ite. Any plain paper with cut edges, proper. Size: Large rather than small. Size: Double sheet 51a by S1s inches in best taste. Single sheets slightly larger. Unlined en- velopes with plainest flap. Stamp ing: Address or block initials, or full name and address. (Mr. Is never included under any circum- stances) A mans business address Is put on the face of the envelope rather than on the flap. Personal paper has the address (if any) across the flap. Color of stamping tor printing): black or blue or gray. or brick red. Ink: Blue or black.
 Writing Paper for Women: White, cream. all blues. grays and mauves. Very pale powder pink bond paper is just on the edge of possibility but to be avoided by the unknow- ing. wish I might approve of green but really can't. Size: Very small or medium large. single or double sheets. Very smart is the double sheet of paper that fits without fur ther folding into . big envelope. Texture of paper unlimited, but cut edges are more convenient than rough. Any colored border fash ionable-even green or red-if 1t be very narrow, but gilt or silver edges tabu. Stamping: Monogram, ini- tials or address in color to match the border. A girls name-either "Mary Smith" in full or Mary" embossed in color, Is popular for young girl. when writing to her own friends. On paper for social use the address without the name is proper on the flap of the envelope as we'll as on the paper-or if the monogram or name is stamped on paper. the address is often put across the flap of the envelope. Envelope lined with plain tissue to match the color of the stamping tand border) or no lining. Avoid violently patterned envelope Things except for Christ mas cards. Ink: Black, neutral. tint. blue, violet. (Green and red are tabu).
 For Impersonal or Business Let ters: Printed name in full prefixed by Mrs" or .Miss'' is proper. And this same complete name with ad- dress on the envelope flap.
 Oby Emily post.--wNu Service.
The Nome nugget., 1934-09-04
ENDURING SENTIMENT

| HAVE been given permission to ! print this especially touching let ter from a man:
 Dear Mrs. Post-I lost my be- loved wife a year ago. The tragedy of this separation of two people who for nearly thirty years were SO happy to be together. is just something that only those who are struggling to endure this same ach- ing loneliness can know. Lately I have gotten great deal of com fort in an idea that may. or may not, be my own; at any rate 1t was new so far as my ever having heard about 1t was concerned.
 My wife and I were married with the double ring ceremony. And when she died her wedding band was never taken from her finger. A few months ago 1t occurred to me to take her engagement ring with my own wedding band to the jew eler and ask him whether he could build up the top of my ring so that he could sink the diamond of her ring into 1t, without changing the under half of my ring or obliterat- ing the engraving of our names. He said he could by melting a lit- tie more gold at the top of my band. which he did, and the post-setting looks like a conventional gypsy hoop and is not clumsy or obvious one.
 "A friend of mine told me that I was selfish to use the stone, espe- cially as had the gold brought over the edge to make it look small CT. My friend says it should be given to our son for him to give to his future wife, but he has no present intention of marrying and I am getting a real consolation in having something that she always wore and held dear, constantly close to me. It is not too late to pass the ring on to my son even, now, or later, and he can have all the other jewels that his mother had any time he wants them.
 "Am I just a silly sentimentalist, or do you think that this same plan would give other lonely wid- overs the real comfort that 1t gives mel It was not just diamond to her, and I could not bear to leave it in hiding when had looked at 1t for all those years in its Nghtful place on her hand. Perhaps if you haven't heard of the plan, you might want to print it with your an- swers for the benefit of some other sentimental reader-if there might be one"
 In answer l want to say that of course I can understand how you feel and think 1t is beautiful idea that is likely to bring little warmth of comfort not only to one, but to many. In no possible sense are you foolish. As for sentiment what is beauty of life without 1t?