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The Waterbury Democrat., 1934-12-08
Standard Of Living

One of the points at issue in any dis cussion of our return to prosperity is that famous old American standard of living. The men and women who came to thls country from Europe, in all the years slnce Plymouth and Jamestown were settled, came with the wistful notion that life over here could be easier and richer than it was back home. Because of that, the belief that our standard of living must be higher than anyone else's has always been one of our most cherished convictions. And in the main, averaging one period with another, that conviction has had lot to support it.
 But it has also led us to kid ourselves pretty extensively. Because such conven- fences as automobiles, bathtubs and cen tral heating are more common Tn the United States than elsewhere, we have assumed that practically everybody had them, and that those who went without were either too shiftless or too ignorant to get them. By doing so we have simply blinded ourselves to the obvious facts
 Dr Mordecai Ezekiel brain-truster of the Agricultural Department, made this very clear in a recent speech at Washing ton. An American family that is to have a moderately full life, he estimates, must have an income of at least $2,50O a year. That is about the minimum price of family life which measures up to our American standard" a decently mod ern home, electric lights and appliances, central heating, up-to-date plumbing, an auto, and so on. But in 1929, when every thing was booming, fully n per cent of gAmerican families had incomes below the S2,50O mark, says Dr Ezekiel.
 In other words, between two-thirds and three-quarters of us aren't able tc get that American standard of living even in the most prosperous times. It is doubtless recognition of this fact which leads some people to insist that reform must go hand in hand with recovery. Such people are simply saying that it is not enough for us to get back to pre-depresison conditions, but. that we must go a long way beyond { that point before we can feel that we are doing justice to ourselves.
 The trick ought not to be quite as diffi- cult as it seems to be. When you think ot the marvellous productive capacity of this country. of the intelligence of it's people, tie energy and optimism with which the n,ost baffling tasks are tackled, it does
The Waterbury Democrat., 1934-12-08
Colorful Ocean Liners

The British merchant marine is about to brighten up the ocean, at the same time booming the British paint business. Re- gently liner sailed for Australia with it's formerly black hull painted pleasant buff color. The water-line, formerly red, is now green. Similar changes are to be made on all the big liners as their turn for repainting comes. The fine new ship, Queen Mary, will not have the usual black smokestacks with red bands, but will be painted in brighter, gayer colors.
 Often the special cruise ships have been painted white, the idea being to make them look like yachts. Some of the P. and o. ships were given white hulls and deck work with buff tunnels two or three years ago and were considered very modern. It is hoped, by advocates of the new colors. that the lighter paints will be more eco nomical in maintenance than the black. At any rate, little innovation of this sort is interesting and agreeable to travellers ard should be beneficial all around.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1934-12-08
Press Comment
AIDING THE GOVERNMENT '39 (New Britain. Herald) F

The manufacturers who have been accused. now and then of not cooperating with thefgovernment in it's recovery plans--and who prob ably haven't cooperated very much. as chraged-appcar to have seen matters in a better light, for they now are reported to be eager to fall into line behind the Roosevelt l band-wagon. The reason papears to be clear enough for anyone's naked eye: If they fail to cooperate and bring about a better all around situation there is no telling. what social un-
 rest may bring to all = including the manufacturers.
 The manufacturers are human
 and are not out looking for un- necessary trouble. If potential so- cial unrest looks dangerous then Il
 Is the part of wisdom to dodge 1t
 with good works to aid the gov ernment and the people.
 | The music one hears from the National Association of Manufac- l turers these days is quite dinerent from the kind heard until fairly re-
 gently. Not only the manufacturers | but the U. s. Chamber of Com- merce has changed it's tune. There
 is good reason to do so in face of the undoubted inclinations of the | administration tt carry on regard
 less, and that under such circum-
 stances 1t is far better to cooperate than to vainly oppose.
 | The changed inclinations of the industrialists and leading commer- cial organizations can mean noth- l ign less than that the pace toward
 actual recovery will be facilitated.
 It all depends, of course, upon how sincere these gentlemen really are. | If these claims turn out to be mere pretentions public opinion obvious iy will be far stronger in oppost- l tion to their viewpoints 1 nthe fu- ture than in the past.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1934-12-08

will outlaw company unions. Wagner sought such legislation last congress, but could not get administration backing for it. William T. Kemper, Mis- ! souris democratic national com mitteeman, and the wealthiest man in the state, has just set- tied a back income tax claim with the treasury for $80,000 plus interest, bringing the total up to approximately $100,00O The stock exchange business may be in the doldrums, but dia- mond brokers and dealers report in the last several months have been the largest since 1881. The trade attributes the improve ment in sales to betetr business conditions and less fear of in- flation.
 ASSIGNING
 Another major Blue Eagle, up- heaval appears to be impending. The MIRA is buzzings with the whisper that Chairman s. Clay Williams is soon to return to his tobacco business. Williams re- fuses to confirm or deny the re- port, but friends assert that he took the MIRA jjob only at the insistent request ieof the presi- dent and with the understand ing that he would be free ito step out after 90 days. That time is soon up x. It is an open secret among Jim Farley's intimates that if he. is still demo-
 cratic national chairman in 1886 he will leave no stone unturned to defeat Senator Bill Borah. Following his return from q western political survey last summer. including a visit to Idaho, Jim privately informed friends he was convinced the veteran republican independent "could be got" two years hence when he comes up for re-elec- tion. Borah has been appraised of Farley's threat, and grimly says he is ready for the battle. .. Treasury insiders are fore casting. an early promotion to a Strategical Federal Reserve post
The Waterbury Democrat., 1934-12-08

You must try Queen Elizabeth. This is the cocktail that won first prize in a nationwide contest in which, so it is said, over 2,OOO bartenders competed. The Queen Elizabeth was concocted and com- posed by the bartender at the Benjamin Franklin hotel in Philadelphia. The win ner is to receive $500 and loving cup. It is dry cocktail, which was judged es- pecially good for this reason by group of judges, since the trend is to get away from the sweet cocktails that were in demand before repeal; when fruit juices and syrups were used to disguise not too good liquor. The Queen Elizabeth boasts one half dry vermouth, one quarter bene- dictine, and one quarter lime juice. You must try it!
The Waterbury Democrat., 1934-12-08

Washington, Dec 8.-Senator Bill Borah seems deadly serious about his campaign to reorganize the republican national commit tee. He has told friends he will rally the votes of national com mitteemen from sixteen states enough to call a meeting of the entire committee. He plans to follow this up with demand for removal of Chairman Henry P. Fletcher and replacement by outspoken W. Kingsland Macy, recently busted as New York state chairman when, he accused Old Guarders of being in secret league with the Power Trust. Mrs Roosevelt already is at work on her Christmas list. As a matter of fact, her Christmas shopping began months ago at the various bazaars and exhibi- tions which she has attended. Her immediate family is big, the greater Roosevelt family tre- mendous. So the First Lady must begin her Christmas shop ping early. & FERTILITY s
 The fertile brain of Don Rich berg, new czar. of government coordination, is buzzing with all sorts of bright ideas for jug gling- federal bureaus. One of these is to shift the Bureau of Insular Affairs from the Depart ment of the Interior to the State Department. Thus Hawaii, Puerto Rico, the Virgin Island would be put in the same category as foreign countries. It is not known whether Richberg thinks the insular possessions should have the same status as Haiti and Cuba or whether he thinks they need larger doses of pink teas and protocol Henry Suydam, sagacious adviser on crime prevention to the atotrney general, had his Thanksgiving turkey stolen from his back porch The cabinet ladies' luncheons, considered by some participants as the most boring occasions of the social season, al- ready have started .~.1t looks as if the Nicaraguan canal, re- VlVeQ Dy CdlVlu 'Soo1u6S "HSA he needed an excuse for send ing the marines to Nicaragua, might come up for discussion at the next congress. Reprcsen- tative Carl Vinson, chairman of the Naval Affairs committee. is strong for the canal, says he Is going to push it.
 OFFICE RULES A
 Madame Secretary Perkins is a stickler for abiding by the office rules of her department. She not only signs the guard book when she leaves after working after hours, but re- quires all her executives to do likewise Senator Robert Wagner, has told senate col- leagues that he plans to offer a bill at the coming session that
The Waterbury Democrat., 1934-12-08
ChuckleCorner
SUITABLE REASONS By Willard Bottome

There's reason why lawyers are well-dressed. Summons always handing lem suits while they collar their clients shirts.
 < Also why the blonde on the witt ness stand wore peekaboo7 waist -she wanted to keep abreast of the times.
 And of course there's reason why lawyers would make good cleaners. They're always being given dirty linen to wash and suits to clean up.
 Just as there's reason why Judge Hugger is considered mer- cenary. He charges the jury and adds interest to the verdict.
 And there's a reason why law yer lives life O. fees. He's layin' on the bunk most O the time.
 Reason explains, too, why lawyer Dittleman looks so dejected. Hi wife is also, a Slawyer--and shs wears the pants, presses his suits and when he starts to make q com- plaint, she answers with a briei \ knockout.
 And why bakers way down yeast raised the price Of bread. They kneaded the. dough, and weren't afraid oven attitude of distrus' among customers. many of whom were WelI-bfed.
 Finally, theresa a reason why the BuVs of Wall street turned Bares Fan dancers forced Fig Leaf Spe. cial to bottom, That s the naked
The Waterbury Democrat., 1934-12-08
A Book a Day
Sees Ray Of, Hope 2 In Tour Of Spain
..By BRUCE CATTON

Tn "South to Cadiz," H. M. Tom. linson once more uses a trip to foreign parts as a point of vantage from which to survey an unsatis- factory world.
 Once more he sees plenty to per suade him that we are all rushing down q steep place into the sea; but here and there, shining over the peaks of Granada and else where, he does see ray of hope on the horizon.
 MT Tomlinson tells how a Lon
 don editor invited him to cover
 last years world economic confer-
 ence. He declined hastily, remark ing that it was fitting that the affair should be held in a geological museum; then he hastened off to Spain on a holiday, to loaf and in vite his soul.
 Spain, he found, is lucky. Not
 having been in the war. she does not, now, have to help pay for 1t.
 Most of her people live a sturdy and simple life which the aberra-
 tions of dictators, premiers. presi-
 dents. and military men do not
 much affect Even her revolution was differ
 ent; rioters engaged in footing a
 church would pause to apologize
 when they bumped into innocent | bystanders. So these people, he says. are able
 to get something out of life-to re-
 main in harmony with the land
 about them and to live their lives
 with a minimum of confusion. And
 the fact that they do so revives his faith in democracy.
 The fund of simple goodness in
 the world, he suggests. is, after all. ] limitless. If the politics and
 statesmen will simply let people
 alone, the world will have a chance
 to become livablo place. Published by Harpers, "South to
 Cadiz" sells for $2.50.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1934-12-08
So They Say

The middle west is the heart of the United States of the future.
 Maj Gen smedley Butler. There are more corrupt politicians in this world than there are policemen-a lot more Austin J. Roche former police commissioner of Buffalo,
 Nothing is true, but anything might be. Luigi Pirandello dramatist and Nobel Prize winner.
 have never advocated the redistribution or wealth. This is perfectly impossible under capl- tastic system. -Marriner S. Eccles, governor of the federal re- serve board. Tact and complacency have long been wom- ans attributes and I think they prove draw back to good reading.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1934-12-08
what doea Ralkan mean?

K e. What does Balkan mean?
 A. It is a Turkish word mean ing mountain, and in modern usage it is applied only to . particular belt lying south of the Lower Danube. s Q. Who is president Of the Co., lumhia Broadcasting system?
 A. William s. Palsy.
 Q. Give the correct spelling of Halloween.
 A. Halloween.
 o. Does the United States gov ernment buy old silver?
 A. No. v.
 O. Should the engagement ring be worn below or above the we'd ding ring? s
 A. Above. .g
 Q. What is demagogue?
 A. A popular orator orfagita- tor. O. How far from England, Ire land, and Scotland is the Isle. or man?
 A. The Isle of Man, in the Irish sea, is 30 miles west of England, 32 miles east of Ireland. and 15 miles south of Scotland. o. What Is the official name oi the government dam in the Colo rado river at. Boulder canyon? A. By special order of secre- tary of the, Interior Ickes, May 13, 1888, the name Boulder dam was restored after 1t had been changed to Hoover dam during the previous administration.
 o. When did Mrs John D. Rockefeller, ST, die? A. March IF. 1915. 0. Where is Buzzard's Bay and how large is 1t?
 A. It is an inlet of the Atlantic ocean extending northeast about 30 miles and varying in width from 5 to 10 miles. On the east is Barn. stable county, Mass, ana Dristo and Plymouth counties are on the northwest. The Elizabeth Islands separate it from Vineyard Sound. o. What is the highest natura, elevation in Pennsylvania? A. Negro Mountain, Somerset county, is 3,213 feet above scs level.
 Q. Are there any living grand children of Abraham Lincoln? A. Yes, Mrs Robert J. Ran. dolph of Washington. D. C., and Mrs Charles Isham of New York o. When were Ruth Snyder and Judd Gray electrocuted? A.. January IF, 1928. @ What baseball team won the 1917 world series, and who was the outstanding pitcher? A. The Chicago White So, (American league) defeated tht
The Waterbury Democrat., 1934-12-08
DECEMBER 10

DECEMBER 10 To-day is favorable for dealing with other people in social way. It also favors serious entertain ment. It is good for building houses and for buying clothes. It is for tunate for hiring servants. The day grows into it's best period after dinner at night.
 Birthdate You should have much curiosity and the ability to be teacher or interpreter. It should be unexpect- edly favorable for you from Jam uary 1 through 13, 1885. Danger of fire, accident or rash conduct from october 10 through l13, 1895.
 Socially favorable June 23 through 25, 1885, s.. .... < Write letters or take short trips on December 17 and IS, 1894. Readers desiring additional in. formation regarding their hOIO- scopes are Invited to communicate with Octayine i'm care of this news paper, Enclose a 3-cent stansped
 self addressed envelope.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1934-12-08

According to estimations of press survey in twenty-five cities the Christmas trade figures 53 per cent higher than last year. There is big buying in certain lines in many cities = ranging from oriental rugs to moderately priced popular gifts. The assortment this year ranges from very select art type gifts to very high priced to a variety of knick knacks in the dollar class. Expensive liquor is also one of this years important Christmas git suggestions which many are following out.
 Many states will change the color scheme in their license plates in 1885: Thirty-three states have announced changes while others will keep to their old colors. Connecticut plates, which were blue during 1884 will be maroon in 1853: It is said that black, green and blue will be the leading plate colors, and black and yellow will be adopted by few states be- cause these colors are easily discernlble.
 No matter how you slice it, it's still a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1934-12-08

Philadelphia-CUP)C Emer- son Brown director of the zoologi- cal gardens, has completed his biggest task" Of ,the year. Brown was in charge. of khe annual mani curing of nails for Josephine. the zoos favcrite feminine pachyderm.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1934-12-08

seem as if it should be fairly easy to find some way of introducing more than third of us to that standard of living which we like to think of as typical of the whole country.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1934-12-08
Daily Washington Merry Go Round
BY DREW PEARSON and ROBERT s. ALLEN

=-BY DREW PEARSON ALLEN---- National GOP P
 
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Selected Poem
I'D RATHER BE A CHRISTMAS SEAL

I'D RATHER BE A CHRISTMAS SEAL I'd rather be . Christmas Seal
 With-a little sticky back Than all the high priced furry ones In the whole Arctic pack. I'd rather be T. B. Seal, At a hundred for dollar, Than just a useless lady's huff,
 Or lukewarm sort of collar. I'd rather be busy seal
 And be called 3 germy stamp Than be the proudest furriest prince Of the whole North Pole camp.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1934-12-08

New York Giants National Sieagls) four games to, two. The Clttstand- ing pitcher was F'aber of Chicago, who won. three games.
 O. What is the full name of Dowager Queen Marie of Ru- mania .se Y "A. Marie Alexandra Victoria. D
 70. what is the French name corresponding to- Dorothy. and what does the name mean?
 A. TDorothee, meaning" gift 'of God" s@.,sss, 5 Q. Which states lead m the production of gold and coal A. California leads in gold and Pennsylvania in coal,
 Pick up 1-coly footnote If you want q copy of our bul- EIetin MEANINGS OF BIBLE NAMES, write to The WatcrbuFy Democrat, Washington Bureau,
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Horoscope
BY OCTAVINE

For persons who believe that human destiny is guided by the planets, the daily horoscope is outlined by a noted astr0lOger. In addition to information of general interests, it outlines inc formation of special interest to persons born on the designated dates.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1934-12-08

No matter how you slice it, it's still Merry Christmas and Happy New Year.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1934-12-08
ELEPHANT GETS MANICURE

(Copyright, 1sS4, by United Fea-
 ture Syndicate, Inc.)
The Waterbury Democrat., 1934-12-08

What baseball team won the 1917 world series, and who was the outstanding pitcher?
 A. The Chicago White Sox American league) defeated the
The Waterbury Democrat., 1934-12-08

O.. Should the engagement ring be worn below or above the we'd ding ring?
 A. Above.
The Ely miner. [volume] (Ely, Minn.) 1895-1986, 1934-10-19

Twice as much chic-that's the
fashion secret OF this cape ensemble.
On the street, one likes a wrap Of
some sort, and snappy detachable
cape will do the tricki When re-
moved, there's a truly smart frock.
We've made a large sketch OF the
frock so that you can study its chic
lines. The raglan sleeves have an
inverted pleat for added interest, the
neckline is cut square and is fin
ished with crisp bow pulled through
slashes. Pleats lend delightful ami
nation to the skirt. Print or mono
tone would be goed-in one of the
new novelty cottons, In crepe. linen
or silk.
Pattern 1927 Is available In sizes
IA, 16 Is, 20, 81, "a, 80, IS. 10 and 4.
Size 16 takes As yards 80 inch fab
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instructions included with each pat
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SYNOPSIS

Jim Wall. young cowpuncher from
Wyoming, seeks a new field in Utah.
He meets Hank Hays, who admits be-
ing a robber. and tells Wall he is
working for an Englishman, Herrick,
who has located q big ranch in the
mountains. Hays and others are plot
1ing to steal their employers cattle
and money. Wall saves Hanks life
by blUfhng gambler out OF shooting.
With Hays and two other rustlers,
Happy Jack and Lincoln, Jim Wall
goes to Herrick's ranch. Herrick an
nounces that his sister, Helen. is COM
Ing TO the ranch Hays unfolds his
plan for getting possession Of Her
rtck's $4,000 head OF live stock He and
his leutenants ride away TO drive OF
the first bunch OF cattle. Heeseman,
Hays rival among the cattle rustlers,
tells Wall that Hays was once his
(Heeseman's) partner and double
crossed him.
The Ely miner. [volume] (Ely, Minn.) 1895-1986, 1934-10-19
Belief In Witehe.

Belief in witchcraft persists even In
London A sect In the East-end regu-
larry brews dragons blood" to keep
on good terms with witches. Others
seek TO propitiate the wise women"
by hanging string of rabbits teeth
above their doorways. One little
known London treasure-house, the
Cumming museum In the Walworth
road, contains a wonderful display
Of witches remedies, all collected from
Londoners in the last few years. A
spiral shell, one learns, because Of its
apparently unending nature, guaran-
tees long life IL carried In the peck
ct; donkey's shoe covered with cloth
and hitched to the bedpost drives away
nightmares. while a pigs tooth hang
ing In little bag around your neck
Is sure guardian against fts--TT-
Bits Magazine.
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.Zd1IIH 81!
CALLING THE DOCTOR

do you approve of doctors in poll
ticsT'
Sometimes answered Miss Cay
enne. ''They always tell you not to
worry. And TO soothe your nerves
they even tell you which way 10 vote
in order to avoid anxiety"
The Ely miner. [volume] (Ely, Minn.) 1895-1986, 1934-10-19
Pleasure of Imagination

what Is your reason for asking
higher prices:"
Il get a certain enjoyment" an
swered Farmer Corntossel, in think
ing about the wealth I'd be takin' In
If the drouth had left me anything
to sell Star.
The Ely miner. [volume] (Ely, Minn.) 1895-1986, 1934-10-19
Common Opinion

Dubb-I believe shall have to give
up amateur theatricals. They al
ways make me feel 1 am making a
fool Of myself.
Chubb-I know; everybody feels
the same way.-Pathfinder Magazine.
The Ely miner. [volume] (Ely, Minn.) 1895-1986, 1934-10-19
just Like Home

"Do your neighbors borrow much
from you?"
Borrow? Why l feel more at home
in their houses than l do in my own"
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A Tribute

First Burgiar-Come on, Lefty, let's
figure up what We made on this hzus.
Second Burglar-Tm too tired. Let's
wait and look In the morning papers
The Ely miner. [volume] (Ely, Minn.) 1895-1986, 1934-10-19
Explained

Little Mae-Mother, | know why
little people laugh up their sleeves.
Mother-Why. dear?
Little Mae-Because that's where
their funnybone is.-Toronto Globe.