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The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-04-18
Waterbury
 Produce Market Furnished by Connecticut Department of Agriculture, B. P. Storrs, local agent)

(Unless otherwise stated quota tions are based on sales of good merchantable products to retailers by nearby growers or tohers).
 APPLES-Fancy Mcintosh ,2.25- 2.85 bu., Delicious 2.OO-2.25 bu, Baldwins 1.0O-2.OO bu, No Me Intosh 2.OO-2.25 bu., Delicious 1.0O- 200 bu., Baldwins and Greetings 1.5O-1.75 bu, southern 1.5O-1.75 but western boxed Wincsaps 1.65-1.0O bu.
 VEGETABLES: Asparagus, ship pcd-in 2.75-3.75 crate; beans, green 2.25-2.75 bu; bcets, new 2.15- 2.25 half crate: old 1.0O-1.25 bu: cabbage( new 2.4O-2.5O half crate; carrots, new 3.4O-3.5O crate, old washed 1.OO-1.25 bu; cauliflower 2.OO-2.25 crate; celery, washed .85- no dog; kalc .8O-1.OO bu; dande- lions 1.0O-2.OO bu: lettuce, western iceberg 4.OO-4.5O c1ate: onions 2.65- 300 bu; parsnips, washed 1.0O-1.25 bu; peppers 3.5O-5.5O crate; pOta- toes, old 1.151.35 cwt, new 3.5O- 3.75 bu; rhubarb, hothouse .75-S5 five lbs; spinach 1.5O-1.0O bu; tur- nips .75-.85 bu; tomatoes 2.25-2.50 lug.
 POULTRY PRODUCTS: Conn. eggs per dog: NewIaid Fancy .S2; Special .3O-.32; Extra .28-.3O; Gathered .28-.2S; Newlaid medium .2S; Special medium .28-.2S; Ex- tra medium .24-25; western .24- .27; live fowl heavy .23-.26; Leg horn .21-.23 ID, chickens .2O-.25 lb; dressed fowl .28-.3O To: coasters .32-.34 ID, broiIers .20-.3f ID; tur- keys, western .31-.33 ID, Conn fan- cy .34 ID.
 LIVESTOCK AND MEAT: Butch- CT stock, cows .O3-.O8 ID, calves .O8-.1O ID, meats, beef .1S-.22 ID: veal .f5-.1S ID, lmab .f7-.f0 lb; pork IOins .24..28 ID.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-04-18
NEW COMMANDER
 OF CONN. (. A. R.

Hartford, Conn, April 1s-(UP) Casper D. Wallace, 8s, Bridge port, has succeeded Lyman H. Call 92. Meriden as commander of the ConnecticN department of the Grand Army of the Republic.
 Wallace was elected at the 63th annual encampment late yesterday. Other officers chosen were Edward 1T. Pinkncy, Georgetown, senior vice commander; Russell Van Duesen, Bridgeport, junior vice commander; Charles l.. Russell, Southington, medical. director; Na- than Coe, Newington. chaplain.
 The women's relief corps. hold ing its 52nd annual convention, chose Mrs Blanche Maton, Water bury, as president.
 Col William Henry Singleton, New Haven. who will observe his 101st birthday anniversary in August, was the oldest veteran to attend the encampment.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-04-18
B. P. Q. E. FACING
 POSSIBLE UPSET
Run10rs of Pending Con- tests Stirs Veteran
 Bills" 10 Action

Unless veteran members are sue cessful in their negotiations and peace overtures the Waterbury Lodge of Elks at it's semi-monthly meeting tonight will witness an unusual feature nominations from the lodge flood for two and possi- bly more, of the various offices It was reported that several can- didates had been groomed for the purpose of "breaking up" the pres ent slate of officers. For years Il has been the custom to have the es- quire appointed by the exalted ruler and after Ian apprenticeship" oi three years, Is in line for the high est office of the lodge.
 The plan of the insurgents today Indicate general assault upon the positions that have been protected by precedent, tradition or custom for many years. It has been gently hinted that if one nomination is made for any office. several others will follow.
 Tonight is to witness the annual nominations, so accordingly any thing" might happen when the Bills get-together. Whether Il will be another chapter in the gas oline station flare-up remains tc be seen.
 A large class of candidates, in cluAing a number of very promi' nent citizens, will be initiated to- night.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-04-18
BY ELMER 0. WALZER United Press Financial Editorl

New York, April 1S.-(UP).- Stocks opened dull and irregular today, while bonds continued to advance in increased volume. and cotton declined to 10 points.
 Railroad shares were steadier after their decline yesterday. Atchison opened unchanged at 38 1-2! Union Pacific unchanged at 86, and New York Central off 1-8 at IT 7-S.
 Utilities were firm on indications the Rayburn bill would be modi- fled. Wet stocks rallied under the lead of National Distillers which opened at 27 1-2 up 3-8. Standard of New Jersey, continued to ad- vance in the oil division.
 American Can gained 3-4 to 119 1-4 and smaller advances were noted in Chrysler, Woolworth, Gen. eral Electric, Dome Mines, Kenne- colt, Borg Warner, Standard Brands. Electric Auto-Lite, Du- Pont, Gillette and International Nickel.
 U. $. Steel firmed after a 1-4 point dip to 31 Is. Air Reduction lost IA to IA 1-2 on the first
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-04-18

torist who must realize that des- pite all laws and regulations, des- pite playgrounds and all other fa- cilities. some children will play in the streets. They may have their games; they may skate or ride their bicycles. All these must be guarded against.
 Figures supplied by the National Bureau of Casualty and Surety Un- derwriters indicate that 49,7S0 children playing in our street were involved in accidents last year. or this number, 1880 were killed and 448,100 injured, some of them maimed for life. We do not speak of that other game, the riding or hitchlng on vehicles most played by children. but at the same time about 5000 children were injured last year and about 300 were killed doing this. It Is g serious problem tD solve but it must be done in the interest of future generations.
 Keep the youngsters out of the streets!
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-04-18
SLEEPINCCIRL
 OF BOSTON DIES

Boston, April 18-(UP)-Esther Shellmer. 19-yeat-old Boston girl, victim Of a strange form of sleep ing sickness, died ateCity Hospital today. 1t was the third time she had been stricken with the malady within two months. Physicians had just begun a study of her earlier life to determine if some previous sickness or an accident might have been responsible for the mysterious illness. She had suffered attacks February 22 and March but after losing considerable weight, she awoke and was discharged from the hospital.
 Miss Ehellmer was talking about getting Easter baskets for a little niece and nephew when she felt the terrifying drowsiness overcom- ing her. She implored her family to prevent her from falling asleep. They applied ice packs, shouted at her and tried many other things, but ske gradually slipped into a deep coma from which she never awoke.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-04-18
EVENTS OF INTEREST

April 2O-Emanon Club Easter Frolic at Central Y. NJ. c. A.
 April 22-Intercollegiate Club Annual Charity Ball at Hamilton Park.
 April Waterbury Catholic High Alumnae dance at Waverly Inn.
 April 23-2nd Battalian Head. quarters Co. Association. c. N. G.. dance at Roxy's Night Club.
 April 25-Yolanda Club Annual Dance at Waveriy inn.
 April % Christian Society's play, Apple Blossom Time" at St. Johns parish house.
 April 26-Winona Rebekah and Townsend Guards Comb mbinatioI Drill at i. O. 0. F. Hall.
 April 26-Clock Shop minstrel and dance at Buckingham hall.
 April 27-Collegian cabaret at Central ' ballroom.
 April 27-Post Lenten OAnce by St John Of the Cross Church at Middiebury Town Hall.
 April 2g Trinity AIumnae Bridgs at Hotel Elton.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-04-18
|OLD AGE PENSION
 BILL HAS FINAL BATTLE TO-DAY
Senate Will Tackle Bill With Prospects of Bitter
 Scrap in Chamber

Hartford, Conn, April IS -(UP) - The fight of 20 years to enact old age pension legislation in Con-, necticut needed only assured sen- ate approval today to become a reality.
 Passed by landslide vote of 243 to I by the house yesterday after leaders fought off a barrage of amendments. the bill, providing v weekly payments to all persons over-65 years, had only to shake off similar attempts at alteration in the upper branch to be sent to the governor for signature and placed in early operation.
 Senator Julius Stremlau. demo- crat, Meriden cigar maker, who launched the pension proposal in 1915 and appeared at every suc- ceeding session to press for it's adoption, was prepared to offer three amendments, almost identical to those turned down by the house.
 Would Exempt GO to 65
 They would exempt persons be- tween 60 and 65 from paying the special $3 head tax, which will re- place the g poll tax; have aliens eligible for assistance and clear up 8 clause providing tax exemptions for persons age 65 and stipulating that no person under that age limit may procure relief.
 Senate leaders, fearing that any amendment will delay enactment of the measure, were prepared to oppose these suggestions.
 In its present form the bill sets up an old age assistance bureau under the state agent, provides for filing of applications beginning october ], 1885, and payments commencing April Is, 1886.
 Over $2,OOO, 900 from Tax
 The S3 head tax was estimated to start off the fund with $2.10O,- 900 and compels payment from all persons between 21 and 65 years. Fines and jail penalties are pro- vided for delinquents.
 Municipalities will be assessed for their quotas, leaving collections to local tax collectors. Failure to meet the quota will result in issu- ance of an execution against the town.
 Aliens are barred from benefits, but may be included if the National Administration passes a bill includ- ing them in benefits and the fed eral government contributes to the state fund.
 Beneficiaries must sign over their real estate interests to the state but the state will not reim- purse itself until after the death of the last beneficiary.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-04-18

instance, or attempted to be work ed out, by an unofficial conference, officially called between the most liberal and broadminded leaders in labor and industry"
 Johnson believed the labor pol icy should provide that there be no coercion on either side; that when a majority of shop chose one union, no other be recognized; and that membership in no union be made a condition of employ ment.
 Section "A Failed
 Section "A, Johnson said, has allied of it's purpose. To correct the situation, he urged that verti- cal unions be encouraged but not required, in the principal indus tries. Tribunals within the industry would have final arbitration pow CT so there would be neither strikes nor lockouts.
 Unions, he said, should have au- thority ot submit codes. Labor tribunals should not be in or un- der "any other department of gov ernment." The latter statement was pointed at Secretary of Labor Frances Perkins with whom he bitterly disagreed frequently while at the helm of MIRA. Miss Perkins wants the national labor board made part of her department.
 Johnson suggested that employe representation elections be held off company property and under gov ernment auspices.
 He endorsed the principle of the Black S0-hour week bill. but con- tended it is too inflexible.
 Yet I am firmly of the opinion that we will never have full em- ployment and prosperity in this country without further reduction in hours and increases /in hourly rates and think that control of this must be kept in the govern mcnt," Johnson said.
 The trouble with the present MIRA act. Johnson said in sub hitting his recommendations, is "too much language"
 He said the things needed in a new act included definitions of labor policy, monopoly and mon- opolistic practices, unfair trade practices, interstate commerce; the division of authority between MIRA, the lotor board, the labor depart ment and the federal trade com mission; and industrial self gov ernment and federal. supervision.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-04-18
General Johnson In
 Fiery Defense Of NRA
Huge Crowd of Spectators ThrOng Senate Hearing to
 Hear Former Director; Section "A Has Failed

Washington, April 1S.-UP).- Gen Hugh $. Johnson, fiery first administrator of MIRA, told the senate finance committee today that to destroy NRA now would be Hike burning down your house to get rid of few rats in the attic." Johnson's appearance drew a hugec rowd. The hearing was moved from the committees own room to the marble senate caucus room. Johnson at the outset took on his own shoulders the blame for any shortcomings NRA might have. After sketching the faults of the industrial machinery. that made organization of the MIRA necessary, Johnson said:
 Admits Many Faults
 "I do not contend that there were not serious lapses in the rapidity of progress (under NRA), that rotten provisions did not creep into codes, that personnel was not far from perfect, that code author ities were properly organized, that had been perfect or even good. But I do contend and think I can show that such faults as arose were due to my bad rather than bad bad law, that many if not most of these errors of mine rare in the process of effective correction. am very sure htat to destroy NRA because there are these few creaky joints in it's structure would be like burning down a house to get rid of few rats in the attic"
 Urged Steady Policy
 Johnson urged 0 definite and strong policy for labor "so clear that there can be no doubt.
 "I think that this could and
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-04-18
UNITED STATES
 PROTESTS JAPAN

Washington. April 1S-UP)- The United States has forwarded another protest to the Japanese government contesting the right of the Manchukuo regime to estab. fish a government oil monopoly, it was announced today at the state department. Under Secretary of State William Phillips said instruc- tions had been sent to American Ambassador Joseph c. Grew in Tokyo to reiterate the American position concerning the establish ment of monopolies in Manchuria and again reserving all American right in that territory. The United States contends establishment of the Manchukuo oil monopoly which went into effect on April 10. Is a violation both of existing treaty rights and of the "opcn door" pol icy m China.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-04-18
Drastic Changes Must Be Made To Regulate
 Increasing Traffic
Narrow Sidewalks, Substitution of Busses For IrOl- Ieys, Offer Remedies, Chief Believes-City Engi-
 neer Has Plans Ready For Changes

ing of the sidewalk on the west side by at least several feet. there- by widening South Main street by that margin.
 "The traffic situation of South Main street" declared the superin- tendent, "has gotten almost com pletely out of hand. Due to the narrowness of the roadway, there are traffic jams taking place at least every few minutes. When a trolley car comes along, it causes congestion that takes at least two policemen to uptangle after traffic has been delayed for minutes"
 Plans Ready
 Supt Mclean said that the plans for the cutting off of several feet of sidewalk on South Main street to widen the roadway are in the office of City Engineer Cairns and have been there for some time. The question, he said, has come up before the police board several times in the past and has been re- ferred to the board of public works but has never been acted upon.
 The police chief also believes that elimination of trolley cars on the Naugatuck- Waterbury run and the substitution of busses would do much to prevent traffic conges- ton, not only on South Main street but also on lower Grand street.
 Sidewalk Wider
 In his communication to the board yesterday, Supt. Mclean asked thta action be taken by the board in an effort to bring about an improvement in the situation. Local drivers know we'll the difi- culties of driving along South Main street, especially from Grand to Clay streets. and would certain. ly welcome any steps which would give more room for traffic.
 T believe" stated the police su- perintendent, that South Main street is the busiest traffic artery we have. There is no room for traffic, and something has to be done. There are places on the street where the sidewalk. on the west side, is wider than the en- tire roadway is."
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-04-18
NEW HAVEN ROAD IS MAKING EVERY
 EFFORT TO LAST
Surveys All Departments to Bring Expenses to
 Lowest Level

New Haven, Conn.,, April 18.- UP)-The New York, New Ha- ven & Hartford railroad is survey ing every department and sched- ule with the objective of bringing expenditures to the same level as income, President Howard S.. Palmer told stockholders at an annual meeting late yesterday. Palmer, attending his first stock holders meeting since his election to succeed John J. Policy last Nc. vember, said i've are re-exploring and re-examining every operation of all departments, searching fer further methods which will im- prove our net income. We arc getting results"
 Bonds Or Notes
 The board of directors voted the road authority to issue bonds or sell short term notes up to $50,- 100000 but Chairman Edward G. Buckland said it would be an "un- expected circumstance" if the road had to resort to permanent financing.
 LtuInOIS WeIe pTcFdlchI q HIOHlu ago the railroad would petition for receivership but Palmer's optimism appeared to have 8 quieting effect in this direction. Latest financial statements showed an improvement in operating revenues and expendi- lures and Palmer said he was en- couragcd by passage of a bill by the U. s. senate to regulate inter- state bus and truck transportation,
 State Assembly Has It
 A similar proposal now is before the state legislature which would affect 306 buses and 240 trucks of the New England Transportation Co.,, subsidiary of the road. The meeting voted to reelect the entire board of directors
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-04-18
CHILDREN WERE
 SAVED AT FIRE

Southbridge, Mass, April 18-- UP)-Three children were res cued, several servants escaped un- assisted, and a fireman was injured here early today when fire ruined the country estate of John M. Wells.
 Loss, including the old English styled residence, a private radio station and antiques, was set at $10O,000.
 Awakened by the crying of Flor ence Wells, 4, Alice Holland. a nursemaid, rescued her and two other children, Jerry, 5, and Nat allie, 2. Three other servants es- capped unaided.
 Wells is a member of the family that owns the American Optical company.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-04-18
By COMMISSIONER MICHAEL A. CONNOR
fstate Dept. of Motor vehicIes)

tSlate Dept. O1 MOtOr tcnlclesD
 This is the day of high speed cars and many of them; so the children of our nation have no business playing in the streets and roadways. It means death and in- jury to them, grief to the parents, sorrow to the neighborhood.
 x True,.s 1t is said. the youngsters must play somewhere. We all know that to. be the case for we have all been children. This fact only makes the problem trebly serious. particblarIy in the cities.
 The first problem is that of he parents who must work out a scheme to keep their youngsters of the streets and on the side walks at all times. Second. there is the problem of the authorities who must work out q plan where by proper playgrounds are pro- xided for city children. Third, there is the problem of the mo-
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-04-18

Drastic changes are needed if traffic on South Main street be- tween Grand and Clay streets is to be kept from getting completely out Of control. declared Police Supt Joseph Fl. Mclean this morning in enIarKfnk statements he made yes- terday In communication sent 10 the board of police commissioners and read at that groups meeting. Supt Mclean believes that the most needed fmprovemen is the narrow
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-04-18
DUST STORMS MODERATE

Kansas City, April 1s-UP)- Temporary moderation of the dust storms which have desolated DOT tions of the southwest for almost two months was forecast by the Kansas City weather bureau to- day. The atmosphere was still sat urated with dust from Waynoka, Okla, southwest almost to Albu- querque, N. M, but indication were the dust was settling.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-04-18
Widen South Main Street Urges Suppl Joseph H. Mclean
Market Opened Dull,
 With Bonds sAdDanci1lg
Cotton Declined to 10 Points Railways Steadied
 Up After Their Decline of Yesterday

sale. Houdaille Herbey opened at a new high for the year at 1 1-l up 1-2, and then gained further in the early trading.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-04-18
NEW YORK CURB

Stretching along the coast cf northern Africa. new highway will be constructed by Italy across Libya from Tunis to Egypt, while the Egyptian government will care Tor the part from the Libyan bor- der to Alexandria.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-04-18
CONNECTICUT SECURITIES
PUBLIC UTILITY STOCKS
Tie R. B. Griggs co.

PUBLIC UTILITY STOCKS
 Bid Asked Bridgeport Gas It Co. 31 34 Bridgep't Hydraulic Co 25 2S Conn Elec Service ... 38h 4Oz Conn Gas & Coke com Conn Gas & Coke pfd 3S 41 Conn It & Pow 5k%
 ptQ lVl Conn It & Pow 6h %
 pIu ...s..s.s... LID Conn. Power Co .... 37 39 Conn Ky & Ltg Co com 30 35 Conn Ky & Ltg Co pfd 40 45 i. Hid Elect It Co com 57h 59A Hid Gas It Co oom.. 33 Illuminating Shares A. 40 42 New Haven Water Co 60 63 South N. F. Tel Co .106 11O
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-04-18
N. Y. Bank and Trust Stocks
 The ie. z. livlggs CO.

Bid Asked Bank of Manhattan. 1Sh 21A Bank of N. Y. & Trust 355 37b Bankers Trust ...... 54 57 Cent Hanover Bank &
 Trust ... .......... 106 112 Chase National Bank 21 24 Chemical Bank & Trust 36 39 Corn Exchange Bank 42 46 Empire Trust ....... 16 1y First National Bank 1850 i650 Guaranty Trust .... $50 259 Irving Trust ........ 11M 14A Manufacturer Trust 19 22 National City Bank 20 23 New York Trust .. 92 97 Title Guar 4 Trust ", 4M sSs
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-04-18
HoMELnAN BOMBS

HOME LOAN BONDS Home Owners Loan
 As 1851 .... .......1Oo.s 10O.26 Home Owners Loan s's 1852 ........ ...1o1.s 1o1.2s Home Owners Loan
 2N's 1949 ...... 99.24 100. 10