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The Waterbury Democrat., 1934-12-21
EXPLOSION AT SCOVILL PLANT
 PROVED FATAL
Alfred Wolff Met Death and Three Others Were
 Badly Hurt

Coroner John T. Monzani this morning continued an exhaustive probe into the explosion at the ScovilI Manufacturing company plant late yesterday afternoon which took the life of Alfred Rich- ard Wolff, of PIP Wood street member of prominent Waterbury family, and injured three fellow employees, Wolff was fatally injured when a tube-casting machine ex- ploded, the huge mechanism being blown almost to smithereens and parts of it being blown for many feet about the room.' His skull was fractured. Wolff was dead when he arrived at St Mary's hospital. where he had been rushed after the disaster.
 Italo Marchetti of 3S2 Oak street, a repairman, suffered a fractured shoulder; Edward Wolff, of Plank road, cousin of the vic- tim, suffered 1acerations of the shoulder, but was allowed to go home from the hospital last night;
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The Waterbury Democrat., 1934-12-21

Asked if that were true, Col e. T. Harris, army ordnance Officers testified:
 '"The plan speaks for itself"
 Tt is my information that Sec tion "A would be abrogated." Clark. said.
 Well, you can't have two bossee in time of war;" Harris replied.
 The report of contemplafed scrapping of Section TIA brought strong and immediate protest from President William Green or the American Federation of Labor.
 Protest of Green
 He said:
 They did not do that during the last war. They carried on col lective bargaining to a great extent and as a result brought workmen's efficiency to a new high point.
 Labor certainly would reaist with all the power it possesses the scrapping of "A, war or no war. What we would do would be to insist on broadening and strengthening 7-A."
 Sen. Arthur H. Vandenberg ask ed if there would be two bossess if the present MIRA set-up were continued in an emergency.
 Certainly" the officer said.
 Harris told the committee the war department planned to "util- ize" MIRA in the event of anotlt4r conflict, and said existing code authorities were helpful to the mobilization program.
 You would have to assume ab- solute control over MIRA code authorities in wartime" Vande- nberg said. '''I should think so," Harris re- piled.
 "He said that for the last zS months the department has bean
The Waterbury Democrat., 1934-12-21
MAYOR HAYES HAS BEEN RESOLVED
 FROM ALL BLAME
Governor Did Not Intend to Include Him in His
 Charges

Mayor Frank Hayes of Water bury, who becomes lieutenant-gov- ernor of the state of Connecticut next month by virtue of his sweep ing victory in the recent state cleo tion, has been definitely absolved by Governor Wilbur l.. Cross of all participation in the "old guard victory at the caucus of the demo- cratic senators in Hartford last Monday night. The statement clearing Lieutenant-Gove Elect Hayes came late yesterday, how ever, only after Waterbury's chief executive visited the governor and told the latter that if he didn't issue formal statement he, the mayor, would.
 Immediately Governor Cross is- sued a statement stating that he did not mean to infer that his coming lieutenant-governor was a party to the vote of the demo- cratic senators last Monday eve- ming that was "slap" to the states chief executive and which was followed by an irate statement attacking the "old guard.
 Governor Explains
 At Monday evenings meeting Senator William Hagerty of New Britain was chosen for leader. Governor Cross had previously en- dorsed Senator John c. Blackall, of Hartford, native of Water bury.
 Mayor Hayes has informed me that my public statement about the senate organization has been construed by some people as charging him with a personal part in making deals which con- demned," said the governor. That was not the meaning I in- tended. I had in mind, as l thought would be generally under
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The Waterbury Democrat., 1934-12-21
COLLEGE BUILDING BURNED

Knoxville, Tenn, Dec 21.-(UP)-Jeffer- son hall, large frame building on the campus of the University of Tennessee used as an R. O. T. c. Armory, burned last night with a loss of $1OO,000, principally in national guard equip ment. The fire attracted thousands of spectators as ammunition exploded and flares and rockets shot high in the air.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1934-12-21
RETIRED CHIEF DIES

Bridgeport, Dec 21-(UP)-Ed- ward Mooney, S4, retired chief of the Bridgeport fire department, succumbed to a heart attack at his home late yesterday. He had been i'll a month. He served as chief from 1904 to 1915 and joined the department at the age of IT as a volunteer. From 1889 to 1892 he was an alderman-at- large. He was q native of Dublin. Ireland,
The Waterbury Democrat., 1934-12-21
POLICEMAN MET
 DEATH BY AUTO

Foxboro, Mass, Dec. 21.-(uPI While investigating an automo-, bile accident, Patrolman FredericiE Petty, 55, father of three children and for 29 years a member of the Foxboro police force, was killed last night by an automobile driven by the Rev William H. Wakefield, pastor of the Baptist church at North Attleboro.
 The minister was not held. z
 William c. Mccormick of Fox boro had been injured seriously. in the accident which Petty was in- vestigating.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1934-12-21
WALLS coLLAPsED

Meridon, Dee ai--(UPl--coi. lapse of the wnils of q ditch he vas diHGine ep hla WaliingfoFd farm caused ih6 death Of Abort Q. Ere. ilEke, be. at MeFllen hospital late yesterday from internal inlnFlqn, flse HlaQN. # sRn and nfe akffHhs
The Waterbury Democrat., 1934-12-21
ITALIAN EDITOR DEAD

Milan, Italy, Dec 21-(UP)- Giovanni Capodivacca, 5O editor of the Magazine Illustra- zione Italiana, died today. He was one of Italy's most popular newspapermen and worked on many papers, including Popolo D'Italia in the earliest days of fascism. Popolo was founded by Premier Benito Mussolini Capodivacca also was Paris bureau manager of Corriere Della Sera
The Waterbury Democrat., 1934-12-21
HE POISONED SANDWICHES

Chicago, Dec 2I.-(UP)-Lawrence Cozzl, 25, was found guilty by criminal court jury to- day op charges of smuggling poisoned sand wiches to an inmate of the Cook county jail. He was sentenced to IA years imprisonment. The poisoned sandwiches caused the death of Rocco Pisano, cellmate of the man for whom they ale legedIy were intended.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1934-12-21
CITY GIVEN GOOD PRESENT

Bloomfield, Ia, Dec 21.-(UP)-A Christ mas present of $8,600 was bestowed on the city today by its municipal light plant. All bills for December electricity were cancelled. About 800 fesiitnls of Che cilY beneaitcd.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1934-12-21
LABOR FORCES LEARN |OF LOSS IN RECOVERY ACT IN CASE OF WAR
Collective Bargaining Section Would Probably Be Dropped President Green Made Strenuous PrO-
 test-FOrmer Senator Fess Defends Himself
BY RONALD G. VAN TINE (United Press Staff Correspondent

Washington December 21 = (UP) - Senator Bennett Champ Clark democrat Missouri said today at the senate munitions inquiry that the War Departments industrial mobilization" plan contemplated abrogaton of Section 7A of the Recovery Act if this country became involved another war
The Waterbury Democrat., 1934-12-21
Utility Fight Is Only Just Begun Say The Leaders
President Has Only Npped the Surface = Millions of Dollars Are Being Rushed for Use in the
 Lowering of Utility Rates
BY FREDERICK A. STORM United Press Staff Correspondent

Washington, December 21 - (UP) - President Roose- welt has us begun to fight for lower utility rates admin istraton leaders said today they rushed forward with federal program backed by millions in PWA money.
 Secretary of the Interior Harold L. Ickes who as PWA administrator holds the strings in the
The Waterbury Democrat., 1934-12-21
TREASURY BALANCE

Washington, Dec 21--(UP)-Cso<4 ernment expensises and receipts GOT the current fiscal year to Dec 1z. compared with thhe correspondinx period of the previous fiscal year:
 This Year Expenses Last X1Mf $s.406, ,53l, ,105.75 sz,s4Ssg2o.DS1.z1 .z1 si.774,e33.3o5.27 si,40o. .sst. .o8f .56 si.ssi. .ss7.soo.4s ssss.sts.soi.1< 1< s2.sis.sas. .sso'5i si.sss. .oos. .lotz1
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The Waterbury Democrat., 1934-09-07
PAPER TO HELP
 HAY FEVERITES
Wisconsin Journal to Offer Unique Summer
 Service

Madison, Wis. (UP) "A new service has been arranged for hay fever sufferers here by the Wis consin State Journal. which will furnish a daily report on the number of bearing poll len grains floating in Madison air.
 Information for the report will be furnished by Dr Lester Me- Gary, Madison General hospital pathologist, and Miss Laura Bates. technician. She makes a painttaS- ing daily count of the number of pollen grains clinging to two oiled slides exposed for "A hours on the hospital roof seven stories above the street.
 Ragweed pollen. blamed as the chief cause of the annoying hay fever sniffie, fioated in the air here on July 29 this year, com pared to its first appearance on Aug. in 1883.
 The peak of the pollen season varies from year to year accord. ing to predominance of factors retarding or enrancing ragweed growth, records of the count dis elise. The height of the 1883 season came on Sept. 5, when Miss Bates, slides showed that 1.750 of the 2,990 pollen grains per cubic yard air were from rag weed.
 Some ragweed pollen counts for August this year follow: Aug 8. 46 grains per cubic yard of air; Aug. 9, 52: Aug. 10, 13; Aug. II, 16; Aug. 12. 131; Aug. IS. 79; Aug. IA, 31; Aug. IS, 3S: and Aug. 16, 80.
 Each count represents the 24- hour period following a. m. of the preceding day.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1934-09-07
COMMUNITY FIELD
 DAY LOOMS BIG
Many Entries for Events Listed on TO=mOrrOW's
 Program
Especial to The Democrat)


 Naugatuck, Sept 7-The Nauga- tuck community field day to be held tomorrow promises to be biz event. Entries for the various con- tests continue to come in and many more are expected before the clos ing time this evening.
 The Bristol company relay team has been practicing diligently and expect to cop all honors. This group consists of Peter Gallulo, Robert Koslosky, Daniel Arbusto, and Arthur Henry. The Platts Mills community club will also enter a relay team. Seven men have tried out for this event and they are all so good that it is difficult to pick out the four best. However they will try out again before tomorrow afternoon and an effort will be made to select winning four.
 Lester Lattimer has entered the 100 yard and the 220 yard. Louis Davis has entered the half mile and Fritz Passeck has signed up fot both the pole vault and the base ball throwing.
 A great number of the younger boys have signed up for the 5t yard dash for boys under 12 and also for the three-legged race.
 The committees in charge of the affair have attended to all details They will hold a final meeting al the Y. M. c. A. tonight at o'clock.
 Four Waterburians have signed up for the 75 yard dash for girls They are Dora Eurall, Eleanor Baltrush, Ann Overton and Betty Dennison. Miss Ellen Erickson from Naugatuck has also entered this event. This contest for the girls 1: the only one open to those who dc not live in or work in Naugatuck.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1934-09-07

Pomponio; directors in addition to the ofIiceds are as follows; w. |. Megin, 4. Tamburini, Charles He- bert.
 The association was firmed to engender q better feeling and un- derstanding between the members, workmen and the general public.
 At the time the association was formed the conditions in the build ing business were at their worst and mechanics were being asked { owork for ridiculously low wages.
 On October 10, the assiciation resovled not to pay carpenters less that 7b cents per hour, masons 90 cents per hour, and common labor CTS 40 cen.s per hour, which have been the rates paid by associated members since that time.
 The assocation is . member of the Construction League of Con. -necticut and it's members are all working in accordance with the
The Waterbury Democrat., 1934-09-07

send a greeting to the Jewry of the state. In every country and in every age, Jewish men and women have contributed to the progress and welfareof humanity. As gov ernor of Connecticut, I am glad to join with the countless others throughout the world in extending a message of good will on Septem- Der 10, which is the beginning of the Jewish New Year $685."
 Messages of greeting from other prominent citizens as well as greet ings from business houses through out the state of Connecticut will be included in this elaborate cdi- tion of the Ledger. Feature arti- cles Of great interest 70 the Jews. include a birdseye view of the Jewish farmer movement in the United States, review of Jewish sportsdom in 5694. and a special article on Mark Twain and tho Jew; herein is told the attitude of Connecticut's famous humorist to- ward the Jew. An important dis. cussion by Sidney Wallach is an ar. ticle entitled "The Jewish Citizen in the United States and How We Would Fare Under Fascist Die tatorship."
The Waterbury Democrat., 1934-09-07

Pearl street, Hartford.
 From this address N1&zFrI=z. Smith, working with other r1I=x leaders, will direct the ca1uI4'4e. Statements of the party Wiil te iss sued officially from the new hee4~ quarters to be opened and mat ters generally concerning tho 0riHs to reeiect the governor and phase the remainder of the ticket in this time.
 William Greene of Hartford, the newly elected secretary who sue ceeded Chairman Smith, will di~' rect the publicity bureau of the democratic organization this year. He handled the state and national publicity for Connecticut two years ago.
 within a very snort time, Chair man Smith said today, the party will have it's prediction publicity on the way so that the electorate may be appraised of the issues ot the campaign.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1934-09-07
Roosevelt, Cross Send
 Greetings To Jewry
Felicitations Offered on Eve of Rosh Fashonah or
 Jewish New Year

The Jewish people will celebrate the New Year, called in Hebrew, Rosh Hasonah. with religious serv- ices beginning on Sunday evening, September g, and continuing until Tuesday night, September II. Re- formed Judaism devotes one day to the observance of this important hloiday, while Orthodox Jewry ob- serves two days. ,
 The Jewish New Year, differing from the secular calendar New Yeary Is solemn occasion, and carries a signal message to both Jew and mankind at large. It is the day upon. which all the crea- lures of the world pass in judg- ment before the Creator, and elab- crate rituals and ceremonials are used in the synagogues and tenn pies.
 Presidents Greeting
 In special commemoration of Rosh Hasonah, the Jewish Ledger will issue a special New Year edi- tion on September 9, in which is contained review of Jewish af- fairs throughout the nation. the world and the state. President Roosevelt sent special message to the Jews of the state in which he said, T am happy at this festi- val season of Rosh Hashonah to re- new my good wishes to my fellow citizens of Jewish faith throughout the land. It is a suitable opportu- nifty to pause, and by dedicating ourselves anew to the responsibil- ities of the present day. to con- tinue the work which in common with all Americans, we have un- dertaken toward realizing the promise of years which lie before us."
 Governors Message
 Governor Cross in his message said, "It is great privilege 10
The Waterbury Democrat., 1934-09-07
CIRCUS JOB ONCE
 OFFERED TEDDY
Could Have Succeeded to Buffalo Bill's
 Title

New Haven, Conn. (UP).-Thc death of James McGee, better known as Prof Jim Atlas, former circus strong man and wrestling champion, recalled many interest ing incidents of his career.
 He trained and taught Frank Gotch the toe hold and John L. Sullivan, Robert Fitzsimmofs and many others were under his care in his heyday. In later years he operated a bath and health school.
 Friends recalled he once offered tho late President Theodore Roosevelt s75,o0O to succeed Col. W. F. Buffalo BilD. Roosevelt was nearing the end of his term and Cody was about to retire.
 Man for Job
 "Col. Roosevelt is the man for tn. job" Atlas told Frederick Bailey Hutchinson, nephew of the famous circus man. Hes getting through as president and going to Africa to shoot lions. When he comes back put him on big white horse and let him introduce ths Congress of Rough Riders to the world"
 Fine" replied Hutchinson en- Enthusiastically. but who will get him ?'
 T will" said Atlas.
 While he never got to see the president personally. he managed to get Roosevelt on the telephone and outlined the offer.
 Roosevelt Amused
 The president was amused and politely declined.
 When airplanes first attracted attention, Atlas backed Frank Paine, chauffeur. to fly one of the ''contrbptions" at Seaside park, Bridgeport. A crowd of 30,000 saw Paine land the plane in a tree.
 He trained Bob Fitzsmimons to meet Jim Corbett at Carson City, New. and they were lifelong friauds
The Waterbury Democrat., 1934-09-07

code if fair competition for the Connecticut industry.
 On May 2s a bid depository was established at the Chamber ct Commerce, with Frank Green as manager.
 It is the intention of the asso- ciated General Contractors of Wa terbury to give all with whom they come in contact a square deal, ir- cluding all contractors, workmeni owners, architects and dealers.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1934-09-07
|CONTRACTORSN
 lST ANNIVERSARY
Have Promoted Splendid Feeling Among W0rk-
 men and Public

The associated General Contrac. tors of Waterbury, Connecticut, have just celebrated the first an- niversary of the forming of their association.
 The association was formed August 23, 1898 and the following ifiicers were elected:
 President, Edward Mraz: vice. president, Arthur Baker; secretary, c. E. Bloom; treasurer, M. A.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1934-09-07
HARTFORD TO BE HEADQUARTERS
Democrats to Open Office; Green Expected to D
 rect Publicity

Waterbury will not be the head quarters of the democratic party this year despite the fact that the campaign will be directed by Chairman J. Francis Smith of this city. Chairman Smith today defi- nitely declared that Hartford will remain the party headquarters. Tn about a week, he said, when pre- liminaries have been disposed of. larger quarters will be taken at 7E
The Waterbury Democrat., 1934-09-07
Waterbury Club Holds Sheepbake

Approximately 800 members and guests of the Waterbury club att tended the annual sheepbake at the Y. M. c. A. camp in Watertown yesterday afternoon and evening. |. Included on the entertainment pro- gram were boxing bouts, a base ball game, and quoit pitching Dur ing the dinner the American Le- gioh drum corps rendered several selections.
 Charles J. Allen acted a stoast- master and William Feeter was chairman of the general commit tee. Walter II. Deacon was chair .flan of the entertainment commit tee, assisted by Albert s. Jourdan and Dutton Noble.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1934-09-07
MARRIAGE INTENTIONS

The following marriage inten- tions have been filed at the town clerks office:
 Saiio Martino of 176 Easton ave- nue and olga Berech of 189 Orange street.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1934-09-07

Declining wool prices are the only cloud on Australia's industrial horizon.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1934-09-07

The sun does not draw water; it vaporizes the water, and the vapor rises.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1934-09-07
NOT AFRAID OF COURTS NOW

Seattle (UP)-Mrs Helen Nam- ma feared courts until she was summoned as witness in an acci- dent case. Finding it wasn't so bad, she said, she returned and sued her husband for divorce. She got it.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1934-09-07

It never rains in northern Chile. Rain would dissolve the rich nitrate deposits there.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1934-09-07
|IIyIkDsEDs s,F |ssEsIz F,s aY TIT STI

Brand new not damaged stock or sec onds. Authentic Colo nial design in your choice of Walnut, Maple or Ma hogany.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1934-09-07

Upholstered in the smart way. Serves as a divan by day a restful bed at night. Complete with three pillows. Brand new.
 2nUe Relnw f
The Waterbury Democrat., 1934-09-07

Regular $9.s5, this excellently constructed mattress with it's layers of soft white cotton. it's splendid art ticking, roll edge -is a supreme bargain. All standard sizes.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1934-08-08

Quincy has q strange trick played on him in the next stOry.)
The Waterbury Democrat., 1934-08-08
AM Story by Hal Cochran

Wee Scouty eyed the man and said, Gee, but you have funny head. Who are you, and how did you come afloating from that tree
 "Why, you've no legs. How do you stahd7 Look out, sir, or you'll fall and land right on the ground The man replied, "Oh, don't you fret bout me.
 'T float around both here and there, along the ground or in the air. If 1 want legs, they pop right out and then I walk with ense.
 'sFolks call me Mystic, cause l do a lot of tricks. They're clever, too. If you are good, I'll show you some. I know that they will please"
 "Oh, fine" cried Dotty. we like stunts. We saw a fine ma gician once. He made great big rabbit come right from wee Duncy's hat.
 "The rabbit on its hind legs reared and then it promptly dis appeared. I wonder, Mir Mystic, could you do a trick like that?"
 "Ha, hal" The man laughed long and loud. Then he said to
The Waterbury Democrat., 1934-08-08
Pictures by George Sr!rbo

the Tiny crowd, "why, I will do a better trick. Give me that hat right now"
 Wee Duncy took it from his head. He held it out, and then
 he said, Please give it back real
 soon, or else the sun will scorch my brow.'
 The man just smiled and
 snapped, Don't fret. In just a
 moment you will get your hat
 back. Now, please watch me, as
 I wave it in the air. "A pretty sight you're going to
 see." And then he loudly shout,
 ed, "Whee!'' What happened startled all the bunch and Windy
 cried, Look there!" Five birds flew out of Duncy's hat. Well, tots, what do you think of that?' exclaimed ol'
 Mystic. Watch the birds! I'll
 make them fly back ifl." It wasn't very long until the five birds did. My, what thrill! The way tho Tinies eyes popped out made Mister Mystic grin. Copyright 1894 NEA Service Incl Quincy has strange trick played on him in the next stOry.)
The Washington times., 1934-12-19
BONUSDEADL|NE
SET JAN. Z

Almost a quarter Of a million
veterans Of the World War must
apply for their adjusted service
certificates, usually called the
bonus, before January 2, or forfeit
their rights to the Government
grant, it was announced today.
In order to facilitate the last
minute rush of veterans filing
their claims, the Red Cross is max
ing arrangements through the
various chapters to receive the
applications before the deadline
set by law.
Already, through the War De-
partment, 3,729,6O2 ex-soldiers
have applied for the bonus, with
approximately 100000 entitled to
it who have not filed as yet.
The Navy Department records
show that 549,781 men are en-
titled to the adjusted compensa-
ton, and 518,870 have applied.
To be eligible for the bonus,
a veteran must have served be-
tween April S, 1917, and Novem-
ber II, 1918, and hold an honor
able discharge.
The Washington times., 1934-12-19
Teachers
Called Need
of Schools

BOSTON, Dec. 10 G.N.SO.
It was all figured out today that
what the world needs is beau
tiful teachers to produce bright
er scholars.
If the teacher was the zenith
of pulchritudinous charm, all
her students would fall in love
with her and work harder for
her.
That was the formula of Pro
fessor Guillermo Hall, head of
the social science departmnt OF
Boston University School Of
Business Administration.
At least if the supply Of beau
ties ran out, the teachers should
have at least personality, the
magnetic and lovable kind, he
said. At any rate, he would get
rid of all the homely teachers
with cantankerouS dispositions.