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Imperial Valley press., 1935-03-06
Drought Reduced Lettuce Crop

Imperial Valleys lettuce crop for the sea-
son OF 1934-35 up to March l totaled 4,228 cars
compared with 7,542 cars shipped to the same
date during the 1933-34 season.
The reason for the tremendous decrease is
known to every valley resident-the unprece-
dented drough during the sumer of 1884.
During July, August and the greater part of
which Imperial Valley gets its entire water sup
ply was at the lowest stage in its history
In late September, with the lettuce plant
ing season only matter of very few weeks
away, Imperial Valley was still on water
"rations." Permanent crops had the prefer
ence after human and livestock needs were
cared for with growers of seasonal crops hav-
ing to gamble on whether there would be any
water to develop the seeds they might plant
Many men, not altogether of the pessmst
breed either firmly believed Imperial Valley
would have no lettuce crop at all Their belief
at the time seemed we'll founded, but they
reckoned without a full realization of the cal
ibre of the lettuce growers and shippers
These men went ahead with their plans and
though planting was necessarily curtailed, they
determined there would be a lettuce crop as
usual.
They took the chance, planted their crops and
gambled on the hope that sufficient water
would be available when the plants began to
show up. They won by small margin. The
water came, far below the normal figure but
still sufficient to for the needs of those
who had the courage and the financial means
to take chance.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-04-27
BERMUDA SEEKING
 WILSON MEMORIAL

Hamilton, Bermuda.-Establ blish . ment Of a memorial commemorate ing the vacation spent in Bermuda by Woodrow Wilson will be suE. gested to the Colonial government by Dudley Field Malone, New York attorney. and friend of the late president.
 Mir Wilson visited Bermuda be- fore his nomination for the presi- dency and while here drafted q De tition signed by 112 distinguished. Americans, including Mark Twain in which the government was asked to continue it's policy exclu1- ing automobiles from the islanI 1. The document, now in the govern ment archieves here, is frequently referred to in the debates whicn still occur from time 60 time in tEc Colonial parliament over motio:.s to admit automobiles to the islands. Only the fire department and the hospital are allowed mo- torized vehicles. The wilson" pe- tition declared admission of al. tomobiles to the island would altcT the whole character of the blaze in a way which would seem to Is very serious indeed"
 Malone said he was undecided as to what form the proposed memorial would take, but declared that he was willing to provide se.'. eral personal letters in which Will son told him of happy days spent on the islands providing fitting location for their display was se-. lected. Glencoe. pink coral stone dwelling overlooking Hamil- ton harbor. which was occupied by the American wartime presiden; while In the islands, is now a guest house.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-04-27
CAMP PERSONNEL
 OF SCOUTS NAMED
Edna Weber Reelected Die rectOr-LegiOn Gives
 Dance Tonight

Miss Edna w. Weber, executive of the Waterbury Council of Girl Scouts will again serve as director of Camp Wequapauset, the sum- mer headquarters of the council, located on upper Boyden street in Waterville. The camping seasor. will start formally about July 4tn, and will continue until late in At. gust. Already, however, the camp area is being utilized for Saturday and Sunday meetings of various Waterbury troops.
 The assistant camp director ane pioneer counseIfor will be Miss Mildred l. Towney, d veteran oi the local camp stan. Miss Irene Winga will again serve as swim ming instructor. Other members ci the staff are Junior Counsellor, Miss Rachel Seaver and Miss Ruth Wilson: happy hour unit director, Miss Norma Newcombe; handi.. craft instructor, Miss Edith smith: :: dramatics instructor, Miss Eleanai Belyea; and cook. Mrs. Michael Sullivan. Other members of h ( camp staff will be named later.
 Dance Tonight
 The weekly donce of the Junior Fife, Drum and Bugle Corps of Casper s. Davis. Jr., Post, Ameri- can Legion. wil ltake place this eve- ming at the rooms of the corps or upper Thomaston avenue. These weekly events are rapidly becorn- ing most popular locally and the boys deserve the fullest support in conducting them. A most enjoy able evening is in store for thosS who attend.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-04-27
NO DIVORCE FOR
 JOAN BENNETT

Hollywood, April 27.-(UP).- The rumored divorce of Joan Ben nett and Gene Markey provided the town with today's tidbit of gossip. but the principals branded it just another Hollywood ru- mor." Miss Bennett, blond screen star, was in New York. and her husband. Markey, was in Holly wood. but so far as a separation was concerned, 1t simmered down only to a matter of miles, accord. ing ot Markey.
 "Joan's asked me to say the same thing for her." the scenario writer said. Markey made 1t clear that he would have accompanied his wife to New York. but that he was busy fin the film colony with writing assignment. "The thing that gets me-" he said, lis how these rumors get started. We're what you might call the ideally married couple and right now are happier than we ever have been."
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-04-27
TAKEN FOR RIDE SAYS DAN DONOVAN

A claim of being taken for a ride" q report of house burglary and of the theft of car from an auto showroom garage were made to police today.
 Dan Donovan of 1197 South Main street reported at headquar- ters at ,5:30 this morning that he had been given ride by a stranger at 11:30 last night and that when he woke up this morning he found himself outside the city and minus $S.
 Tho John Collins auto agcnc! reported that a new car had been stolen from its garage last night. It bears plates XC-210. ...
 Anthony Waseleuski of 35 Sum mer street reported to Patrolman John Collins that his home was entered while he was out last night and some iewelry stolen.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-04-27
HUEY LONG HITS
 THE TRAIL INTO
 IOWA FARMLAND
Thousands to Hear Him Speak-Father COugh-
 lin Not With Him

Des Moines, April 27-(UP) - Senator Huey Long advanced his share-our-wealth campaign from the tall cane of Louisiana to the tall corn of Iowa today in jour- ney freely interpreted as his b.d for agricultural support in 1886 political insurrection. The Louisi- ana dictator will address an esti- mated 15,000 radical farmers this afternoon in the amphitheater cf the state fair grounds, less than four miles from the home of Sec- retary of Agriculture Henry A Wallace, whom he described this week as "the ignoramus of Iowa." His appearance Is sponsored by tte National Farmers Holiday assoc.a. ton, the group which organized two violent farm strikes and wholeheartedly advocates a radical third party to defeat President Roosevelt.
 Father COughlin Not In The Rev. Charles E. Coughlin, Detroit radio priest, took a bit of the spark out of the holiday groups convention by denying StdteIneHtB OL lLS ledQeTS that nc would be represented on Longs forum by A. Ralph Burton, his Washington attorney, as his person al agent.
 Father Coughlin said he had not designated Burton in such capac- ity and intended to remain @ teacher" rather than become q political leader.
 Long, dccked in full panoply ot bodyguards and purple patch cravat, refused to join in excite ment over possible topics of his address. He conferred this morn ing with Milo Reno, 71-year-o!d dynamo of the Holiday associa- tion. It was believed possible that he would clarify his known presi . dental aspirations.
 Other speakers will be RerC, Burton and F. l.. Kennedy, Ka;,- kakee. Ill.,. national secretary e the farmers union.
 Gov. Clyde Herring probably will not meet Long since physicians or. dered him to bed yesterday to recover from an acute rcspirato, V infection.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-04-27
MRS GIBBONS IS
 HOSTESS AT FETE
St Mary Magdalen's Bene- fits By Event - Mrs
 Hoffman EntertainS
OAKVILLE
Correspondent Mae Villa BabiA
 1817 Watertown Avenue

The card party at the home of Mrs. Thomas Gibbons of Franklin avenue last evening for the ben efits of St. Mary Magdalen's s church was very successful. Bridge bonko, pinochle and whist were played. Prizes were awarded to each table and refresh ments were served.
 Those attending were: Rev. Thomas McGarry. Maurice Withey, Leonard Schwartz, Mrs. William Rabin. Lawrence Brasche. Fran cis Withey. Doris Plumb, Mrs. Charles Masi, Margaret Vicks. Mrs. c. T. Kelly. Mis- Constance Gibbons, Miss Mary Masayda, Miss Gather inc Withey. Miss Irene l.. Mason, MT. and Mrs. Thomas Gibbons, Harold Gibbons, Edward Masayda, Peter Gibbons. Mrs. Fred Mason, Otto Martinelli, Mrs. Anna Eff tai, Mrs. James Everitt, Mir. and Mrs. McMahon. MT. and Mrs. Roy Van Wagner. MT. and Mrs. James Dwycr, MT. and Mrs. k. Barii. Mr. anG Mrs. J. l.. on. Mir. and Mrs. Felix LeBoeuf, Benjamin J. kolpa, Edward K. Kolpa, Mau- rice P. Withey, C. T. Kelly, Mary A. Kelly, Mrs. Louise Quinn, Mrs. Helen Shanahan, Mrs. Folsom Cromwell, Mrs. William Cham pagne, Edward Champagne, Mrs. M. flaming, Mrs. Ray Davidson. William Quill. Mrs: William F. Russell, Marie Martin, Loretta Per reault, MT. and Mrs. F. J. Frey, Mrs. August Reichcnbach. Mae McElligott, Mildred Synott, Ann Cronin, Eleanor Leahy. Veronica Van Wagner, Edna Van Wagner, Edith M. Ney, Ann r. Ney, Irene M. Thayer, Bernice M. Rehm. Sally r.. Lahey, Mrs. Walter E. Brandt, Mrs. Alfred Baril, Miss Ethel Littlehales. MT. and Mrs. Frank Austin, Mrs. Maud Dona- hue, Mrs. Frank Holland, Mrs. Er- nest Garner MT. and Mrs. Mau- rice Henry, Alice Tanning, MT. and Mrs. Everitt Mellon, Lewis St. Clair, MT. and Mrs. George With ey, Louis St. Hillaire.
 Prize. were awarded to Ann Cro- min, Edna Van Wagner, Irene M. Thayer, Mrs. James Everitt, MT. McMahon, John l.. Madden, Ed ward R. Kolpa. Mrs. l.. J. Frey, Mrs. William Babin, and c. T. Kelly.
 After the card party, dancing was enjoyed with Edward Cham pagne and grandson, Lawrence Brasche furnishing the music.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-04-27
CATHOLIC WOMEN
 GIVE TEA TODAY
Card Party Also Listed in Community Hall-Girl
 Scouts Meet
WATERFOWL
COrresIUndent-M. F. IsarFy Phone WatrriOwn lR4

A card party and tea for the benefit of St Johns church will be sponsored this Saturday afternoon. In the Community hall. by the Connecticut Council Of Catholic Women at 2 o'clock.
 All who are making up tables. are asked to bring their own cards. High score will be awarded a prize at each table. an Refreshments will be served.
 Mrs Margaret A. Barry is chair man and is assisted by Mrs Wil- liam O'Neill; as co-chairman, and the various committee members: tickets. Mrs Edward Coon. Mrs John Shields, Mrs Joseph Grady; refreshments, Mrs Katherine Burns and Mrs Henry o'Neill; hall com mittee, Mrs Michael Hannon, Mrs Edward Garfield, Mrs Edward Ryan: reception committee Mrs Thomas O'Neill. Mrs Albert Oliver: prizes, Mrs Walter McGowan. Mrs George Ryan; treasurer, Miss Agnes Tanning.
 Troop 3, Girl Scouts Thirty-tive members were pres- ent at the regular scout meeting, in the Chapel of the Congregational church Friday afternoon;
 The following girls passed the various tests: fire building, Char lotte Hickcox. Mary Hickcox, Car- oline Smith, Barbara Lockwood. Edith Bennett, Mary Jane Ward, Ruth Kinkle. Thelma Dayton, Su- san Lewis, Ruth Kahn, Mary Hol- brook, Katherine Perry. Shirley Judson, Virginia Krom, Beth Olson and Patty Smith. Compass: Mary Hickcox, Char lotte Hickcox, Caroline Smith, Su. san Lewis. and Nancy Parker.
 First Aid: Nancy Parker. Mary Hickcox. Betty Bryan and Barbara Ripley.
 Sewing: Caroline Smith and Ann Bronson.
 Thrift: Barbara Lockwood. Fire Prevention: aPtricia Smith, Nancy Smith and Susan Lewis. Signalling: Caroline Lynn and Barbara Ripley.
 Thursday at the regular weekly meeting of Troop l and 2. Girl Scouts. in the Community House, the meeting opened with the hore- shoe formation. after which. each patrol gave a play on the Girl Scout laws.
 At this meeting, the girls handed in tho money received from their Girl Scout cookie sale. The members present at this meeting were: Captains. Agnes and Mary Cosgroves. Catherine Deland.- Betty Harty. Mary Slason, Mildred Wheeler, Jean Lawson, Dorothy Harty, Helen Shields, Jeanne Flynn Janet Magee. Marion Mosely, Betty Booth, Patricia Buttereld, Nancy Rice. Virginia Atwood, Lucille Miller, Betty Hannon anG Eliev Salisbury.
 St Johns Church
 On Sunday, masses at 2. and 10 o'clock. Daylight Saving Time. In Bethlehem at II o'clock. There
 will be exposition of the Blessed Sacrament all day Sunday until
 7:30 D. m., marking the closing of the Jubilee Year.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-04-27
Legislation Aired
 As Veterans Meet
V. F. w. Units Make Plans for Mothers Day Observ=
 ance at Newington Margaret Dee Installed
THOMASTON
Correspondent. E. E. Martin - Telephone 3oo

New Milford, Torrington, Win sted and Thomaston were repre- scented at meeting at the County Council, Veterans of Foreign Wars, in the German hall on Electric avenue last night, with Alexander Gregorek Post, and Auxiliary as hosts. oscar Bretnall of Winsted County Commander presided. Vet erans' legislation was discussed.
 Mrs Cora l.. Hine of New Mill ford, county president, presided at the auxiliary meeting. Miss Mae Colligan of Winsted, senior depart ment president, spoke on hospital work. Plans were made for the County Councils observance of Mothers Day at the Newington Veterans hospital. Floor work of the organization was exempjlified. Mrs Arthur Lord was at the piano
 Miss Margaret Dee of Thomaston was installed as senior vice-pres- ident of the auxiliary.
 The next meeting of the County Council will be held in Torrington on Friday, May 3lst.
 Parade Group to Meet
 A meeting of the Tercentenary parade committee will be held in the court room at o'clock, Mon day night. Chairman Randall Hath way requests that all members at tend.
 The 175th Co.,, eco, will hold a dance at Sciappacasse' Grove on North Main street on Wednesday night. May 1st. The affair will be for the benefit of the camp base ball team, and Is in charge of $. J. educational advisor. A scvcn-piece orchestra will furnish music. The dance is open to the public.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-04-27
GAME ASSOCIATION
 TO HEAR REPORTS

Reports of the progress made by recently appointed committee VII be presented at meeting of the Waterbury Fish and Game asso- cI ion Monday night in the Cham Der of Commerc4 building on Field street. President Bill Latimer has an important message for every sportsman in Waterbury and large attendance is expected.
 Tho association has secured a nearby pond for the purpose Of breeding fish and has also con- tacted land owners in the vicinity of the city in regard to hunting and f hing rights. Irving Mitkow- S, chairman of the membership committee, will also mae re- pOrt
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-04-27
Jail Terms For Young Burglars

Placed on probation only two weeks ago when arrnigned on theft charges, Charles Ma cells. f5, and Anthony SlobO. da, IS, both Of 1B0 Washing. ton avenue, faced city court again today, this time on charges of attempt at break ing and entering. Judge Eh- ward MascOlO gave the pair two months in the New Haven county jail, assuming Jurisdic- ton in the case, rather than send the two youths to super- for court where a heavier pen- alty might be inflicted.
 SlOboda and Macclis were arrested at Q o'clock last night by PatrOlman Anthony StangO and Henry BOylan while at- tempting to break into the rear Of the Waterbury Plumb ing and Hardware O., S61 Bank street.
 Patrolman StangO testified this morning that Macells was running away when ap. prehendcd and halted only when the officer drew his gun and threatened to fire. A steel bar, found near n rear win. dow, was introduced as evi- dcnce in court.
 Two weeks ago. the same boys and Q third lad were ar- rested for theft of coal and placed on probation, with a suspended jail sentence hang ing over them.
 Also in court today. Judge Mascolo set bond at $500 and continued till May 9th the case of George Samaha, 23, of 148 Grand street. who was arrested yesterday on charges of obtaining goods under false DFetenSes.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-04-27
STATE MUST HELP

Washington. April 27-(UP)- Federal relief administration offl- cials held firm today in their de- termination not to give Illinois ad- ditional relief funds after April 80 unless the state legislature pro- vides $3,000,O00 state aid each month. Administrator Harry Hop kins was said to feel he had giveri Illinois ample opportunity to pro- vide what he considered just share" of the relief burden.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-04-27

Dr Benjamin r. Sachner has been attending on oral surgery clinic in New York City. The clin- ical course is under the direction of Dr John J. Posner, internation- ally known authority on oral sur- gery and local anesthetics. Dr Sachner attends the clinic each Thursday, already having attended three times.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-04-27
LOCAL DELEGATES
 VISIT PARK CITY
Rev Ralph Rowland Heads Party to COngrega-
 tiOnaI Convention
MIDDI.EBURY
Correspondent Rose JUrGlan
 Telephone l.6743

Rev and Mrs Ralph W. Rowland. Mrs Arthur $. Judd. president of the Women's Missionary Society of the Congregational church. Mrs Emma Griswold and Mrs Ross Salisbury. attended the seventh annual convention of the council of Congregational Women at the United Church in Bridgeport on Wednesday. Mrs Judd was in charge of two literary exhibits.
 Charles Kimball and family have recently moved into one of Judas tenements.
 James Jordan had the misfor- tune to break a bone in his wrist when cranking a car recently.
 Aubrey Kirk. son of Mir and Mrs Louis Kirk of Bristol spent the weekend with his grandparents, Mir and Mrs James Slater of Brad leyville.
 Dwyers Move
 Thomas Dwyer and family have AhONSu 1AOIi IIlc IlOlicI ALWOOu place on Kissewaug district to the Dwyer home on South street.
 Services for the Congregational church will be hel dat the Center school auditorium on Sunday morn ing.
 Mass at the church of St John of the Cross on Sunday morning will be at g o'clock. Rev William Casey the new pastor. will be celebrant
 Townspeople are reminded to keep in mind the change to day light time on Sunday.
 Word has been received of the death at Newington of George F. Meyers, former war veteran. Mir Meyers was brther of Mrs John V. Montague of South street. Bur ial was in Collinsville.
 Miss Marcia Miller was the guest of honor at surprise party given at her home. Games and dancing were enjoyed and refreshments served. Those present were Misses Beverley Stuart. Janet Mitchell, Ann Raymond. Marie Goodno, Helen McManus. Marcia Miller Roger Turner, Raymond Crosby Kenneth Hedlund. Charles Ray mond. Robert Braman and John Warren.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-04-27
FELL FROM BUS

l, Mrs Carmela Biandi, wife of Frank Biandi of Meriline avenue was admitted to Waterbury hos pital at 9:30 today. suffering from q fracture of the right arm above the elbow. She claimed that she fell while alighting from a bus.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-04-27
LIEUT.. KILLED
 AFTER BATTLE

Vienna, April 27 - (UP) - A Fascist Heimwehr lieutenant named Singer died today of wounds he received in a brawl between Heimwehr ad Catholic storm troop men.
 Both contingents are adherents of the government. but there has been bad feeling between them.
 Singer was wounded when Heim- wehr men broke up netting or the storm troops. shouting "Heil Starhemberg! Long live Vascism!"
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-04-27
Club Activities
British Veterans

Arrangements for the dance C. be held in Hibernian hall next Saturday night were discussed tt the meeting of Lord Kitchenrr post, British War Veterans in she American legion home Thursday night. The Yankee Melodeers will furnish the music. The next meet ing will be held in the I'D rooms in the Armory on Thursday, May 9. An invitation to take part in the golden jubilee parade of the Knights of Columbus May 5 has been received.
 Mothers Day
 A Mothers day observance will be conducted in Spccdwell hall. May IF under the auspices of Unica chapter, it was announced at the meeting of the group Thursday night. Final arrangements for the dinner dance to be given Thursday night were discussed. Lieutenant Governor Frank Hayes will be n guest of honor and 125 couples are expected to attend. Mrs. Theresa Lucien will be in charge of initia- ton ceremonies for 15 new me.n- bers at the next meeting to be he'd May IA.
 The Bucks Hill Community club will hold card party in the Amer ican Legion home next Friday eve ming. May Sd. at 8 o'clock. The event Is open to the public and a large attendance Is expected. Miss Victoria Liebreich Is chairman Of the event.
 The 800th anniversary of Moses Maimonides, one of the greatest Jewish sages and philosophers, was observed at Connecticut State col lege last night with Dorothy Pril- liz of this city delivering one of the principal addresses. Rabbi Samuel s. Ruderman of New Lon- don directed the program.
 The Women's society and the Girl Scouts of the Bunker HI; Congregational church. sponsored an entertainment and dance in the church gymnasium last evening that was well attended. The show was directed by Mrs Warren Rob- erts. She was assisted at the piano by Miss Glenna Jean Francis and Miss Patty Sage. A matinee per- formance was presented for the school children.
 Election which will 'be held in every Jewish community in the world on June 23rd were discussed last night by Rabbi William F. Greenfield at Beth El qynagogue. The purpose of the elections will be to select delegates to the World Zionist conference which will take place in London next August. Max solomon acted as cantor at last nights services, assisted by the Beth Fl choir under the direction of Joseph Zellman.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-04-27

Falling GO feet from the fourth door of a building in Manchester. England, Elifiiah Rowles, a window cleaner, crashed through, skylight landed at the feet of girl workers. and escaped with cuts and shock.
 To impress on children tn "com- munal ide arfg thfges targefesga t
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-04-27
RENE DUNNE BACK

Hollywood, April 27-- OP)-- Irene Dunne, screen star, was back in the film colony today after a four months vacation in New York where she visited her hus. band, Dr. Francis Grin. Miss Dun. ne maintains her residence in Beverly Hills and her husbands home is in New York, but they manage to spend at least six months of each year together.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-04-27

The Queensland government will construct a $10,000,000 bridge at Brisbane to connect the suburbs of Kangaroo Point and Fortitude Val lev.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-04-27

The government of Argentina is now financing most of the grain shipments of the country through ts grain board.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-04-27

Persons receiving salary or wages from the government or of- ficial institutions in Turkey must pay higher income tax than those employed by private concerns.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-04-27

A 1852 threepenny poin was sold recently in London for s105.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-04-27

Rcd snow recently alarmed the near Kars, Turkey.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-04-27
BUY A BETTER CAR

Turn over a new leaf-trade in that uncertain, unpleasant looking old car for one that will go places and be seen by admiring faces. Dealers who will make deals, carry their ads in the Democrats Classified Want ads. If your car is old and worn why not replace it
 with late model used car? In todays want ad
 section you will find offers of many makes and
 models. No matter what price you want to pay or what terms of payment suit you best, you
 will find offers which will interest you
 back the classified ads and select from the bargains offered by Waterburys lead dealers.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-04-27
Knlghts, Dcgree Tomorrow

TOmOrrOw morning after IT o'clock mass at St. Francis church the first degree will he conferred on a class of candidates to Ojeda coaneiI, Knights of Columbus.
 Daylight Saving Time
 Daylight saving time will 50 intS