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The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-03-07
No Joker In It

' According to Senator Austin D. Barney -of West Hartford, there isn't any joker in .the measure that imposes 5 per cent tax -on all unearned incomes of over $2OO per +annum. Considerable excitement was
 screated throughout the state this week by
 this announcement from New Haven. The leJournal- Courier takes credit for revealing
 TTstealthy methods, but the state senator tfrom the Fifth District describes it as pure
 simagination. He claims the bill went s.through regular channels and will con- s-tinue to do so.
 ~ All of which makes one believe that our ,...state legislators should have been com -pelled to read the report of the Connecti- -cut Temporary Commission to Study the Tax Laws and Make Recommendations -before being sworn in this year. If every Lone was conversant with the many feat ,-ures of this report there might not be any I-secrets about the proposal to tax unearned -.income. However, that need not prevent i-the bill being supported or opposed when 1.-the occasion arises. Personally we'd op- 5-pose it on general principles
 R We are not in favor of any new form of i-taxation for Connecticut until our state ,-solons have shown disposition to cut the
 ~costs of government. They are admittedly
 .too high. They were when Governor Will .bur l.. Cross went into office back in 1881 -and suggested that the several depart --ments be surveyed with view towards Accomplishing economies. There are many -ways by which this state could save --money and thus obviate the need of new N-means of raising revenue. We have one -in liquor permits, yet even this opulent -source has not prevented possible $29,- ~O00,000 deficit by 1887.
 - The tax survey commission has done vssplendid work in recommending reor- -ganization of our system of taxation. We s-haye been advised to consider the report ..--as aEwhole and not in separate parts. ,- That's because individually it's suggestions ,scan be criticized or praised. But the entire .etone of the report which is for lighter ~burden on the property owner is praise ;-worthy Unfortunately it isn't going s~through the Legislature this way. Some N recommendations will be passed probably; I.-othefs will fall by the wayside. And lybaxes won't be any lower as a result. We
 naturally oppose new taxes then.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-03-07
MERRY-GO-RoUND

Administrationites are wonder ing if Federal Judge John Knights recent unbappy exper- fence in Washington will serve to make him an event greater foe of the administration. Knight, a former old guard republican leader in the New Yofk state legislature and strong Roose- welt foe, stopped off in the cap- ital for few hours on his way back from Florida. And while dining in a restaurant his suit cases, golf bag and asbulky brief case were stolen from his auto mobile. Milwaukee'ss Rep- resentative Raymond J. Cannon is a brave man. He ha intro duced bill that would cut the house from 435 members to 96. When 1t is recalled that it took four years to make the last re- apportionment which cost the seats of only few members, it can be realized how much chance Cannon's proposal has. ..S. Startled by the presence of an unusually large number: of correspondents at his last press conference, Secretary Henry Wa1lac e anxiously inquiped: What Is the matter?" Has something happened in the AAA?" The last time he had full house was on the occasion of the recent purging of AAA liberals.
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The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-03-07
A Book a Day
A Quiet Little Man /. Who Slew His Wife
By BRUCE CAPTION

A murder case like the famous Snyder-Gray affair looks un- utterably mean, sordid, and stupid to the uosider. We forget that beneath each case there ;s per- sonal tragedy-a bIilt-up tension of uncomfortable emotions which culminate in violence and which, however they look to the public, are not in the least shoddy to the principals. ~F I'e ' You get a reminder of this in Catherine Meadows new novel, "Dr. Moon," Miss Meadows has written fic- tionized version of. the notorious case of Dr. Crippen--that quiet little Englishman who killed his wife, buried her body in his cell lar, fled to America and became famous through being the first fugitive criminal ito be caught be- cause of the wireless telegraph.
 Collectively. this is typical murder sensation-grubby. mean, grotesquely |. bizarre. But Miss Meadows gives it dignity by show ing 1t to us through the eyes of the little doctor himself. and by understanding how a quiet, inOf- Sioi'0 HaH SaH pe 6oaucu 6Hu driven to point where murder seems his only solution. rs How closely she follows the ac- tual personalities knowspot. She macs her doctor a meek, we'll meaning chap. his stenographer- inamorata mouse ?like, girl who innocently entangled, herself in disaster, and his wife one of those female hellions flor whom niur- der is too good.
 that so the doctor oce saoui should oHs have bees freedom of the city and three It makes an unusual aud an interesting book. Published by J Putnam. 1t ssiis for s2.6Q:
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-03-07

Hartford has to correct its city charter. It wants to eliminate one section where racing of horses on the city streets is pro- hibited Remember the days when the signal for a race was simply your at tempt to pass a slower moving horse- drawn vehicle. What thrills and excite ment for the people along the sidewalks. And how those drivers would yell at each other in the heat of their anxiety to ,. !. just get ahead.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-03-07
INSULT TO INJURY

And now she has received an- other rebuff.
 For several months Miss Per kins has been pressing the A. r. of LIS demand on Roosevelt that labor be given another member on the MIRA board. The retire. ment of Dr. Harry A. Mills from the national labor relations board seemed to open the way for such change.
 Miss Perkins proposed that he be replaced by Professor Wal ton H. Hamilton who is now on the MIRA board, and that a labor- ite be appointed to the MIRA in Hamilton's place.
 The president appeared sold on the plan.
 But at this point, Assistant President" Richbcrg stepped in.
 He vigorously opposed any change in the MIRA board line up. He had devised the board, he declared. and to add another labor member would throw it out of balance"
 So Miss Perkins, plan w n t aglimmering.
 Sincerely devoted and loyal to the president, the labor secretary has taken her spankings in si- lence.
 But to insiders there are signs that she is far from happy.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-03-07
In To-day's Mail
 Anonymous letters will not be accepted unless accompanied with writer's name.
READER COMMENTS ON THE CLOSING OF THE
 MARATHON
Waterbury, Conn.
 March 6, 1885.

Waterbury, Conn.
 March 6, 1895.
 Editor, the Democrat:
 The walkathon- marathon. has officially come to a close. What ever is meant by officially is not clear. By 8 strange process of reasoning the superintendent of police ordered the doors closed be- cause he did not think the contest should be allowed to continue dur ing the Lenten season. What was wrong with the contest that should cause 1t to be tabooed during Lent ? According to the news report in last nights Democrat no other req son was given for the order 10 close. If the marathon, was legiti- mate entertainment before Lent why must 1t be closed?
 The news story said, protests against the marathon at Eagles hall have not been great in num- Der and police failing to receive any formal complaints did not choose to halt the exhibition. Also that several letters were written to the editors of local newspapers but these protests were few.
 One John Hartman, the winner of the so-called contest was al- legged to have made remark dur ing the contest that he never saw so many suckers as there were in Waterbury. It Is well known that this marathon business Is a racket. By some strange quirk in human psychology the populace falls for the racket and gets all steamed up over a contest that Is organized by a group of professional racketeers. The ushers and sales hawkers are said to be former contestants and they move along to some other city to start the ball rolling in another contest.
 The professional talent that ap- peared here in the beginning are said to be the come-on to tho public. As soon as they get the crowds. coming they are sent to other cities. By shouting over the radio ala Joe Humphrey style the populace is kidded into believing that the remaining contestants are out to win a prize. And like the prize-fght game there can always be found enough nit-wits who can be exploited till they become punch drunk.
 According to the news story the contest will not be allowed to be resumed. Although 1t is rumored that after Lent or possibly next Autumn the racket will again be staged in Waterbury. The pro- motors are evidently satisfied that there are plenty of suckers still left in Waterbury.
 Shades of Barnuln, If you are not getting phases. in your flight through the stratosphere come hither and run a seance game. But don't come during Lent.
 TAXA M1MOMY. {
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that it was ingenious. But they were dubious of the practicable ity of Investigating Huey.
 It was job they would like very much to see done, but none wanted to tackle it.
 As one member put 1t: "Sure, we'd all like to see the cat bclled. But mo one wants to do the belling."
 POSSIBLE %
 A significant change has taken place behind the scenes on Cap- itol Hill regarding legislation for fixing the work-week.
 When the 30-hour measure was revived early in the session, floor leaders brushed 1t asidetas not having a chance. I E}
 Privately, they are talking diff ferently now. .fi5
 They say there Is strong possi- [ billty that q wOrk.weck limiting bill may be enacted. They ex- press doubt that it will be n rigid 30-hOuP measure, more likely a compromise at q higher figure, permitting certain exceptions.
 The fact that congressional leaders are voicing these views has greatly alarmed industrial moguls.
 Reason for the changed con- gressional situation is the admin istration's abandonment of all pretense that the MIRA can do anything about reducing unem- ployment rolls. Also there. is growing pressure by organized labor for enactment of a statu- tory work-week.
 Few recall the fact that the senate passed 30-hour bill in the 1888 special session.
 And 1t was this action which prompted the president, who was against tho measure, to take up the Baruch Johnson suggestion of q national industriab adminis- tratiOn.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-03-07
MARCH 8


 This is very good morning for business. salesmanship, or pleasure. One should buy new clothes today or plan them. It is good time to deal with beauty culture or oran- ments. The afternon is neutral but the Moon is in Taurus which is generally favorable.
 Birthdate. You should like literature and be attracted and talented in writ ing narrative of flowing style. IL will be necessary for you to go through the test of Neptune from Nov through Feb 1936. You may progress in a spiritual way. If you wish to, you may also become de- generate through the misuse of stimulants or drugs if you are that kind. You are given the choice. You may also travel.
 Financially favora ble May through September. M z Renders desiring additional in- formation regarding their hOrO. scopes are invited tO cOmlununi- cate witi, Octavine in care Of tlils newspaper. Enclose q 3.ccn stamucd seif-addressed envelope.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-03-07
Selected Poem
UNDER THE "L."

UNDER THE "L." Usracl Newman in The New York Sun) Solid sunlight In blanks, parallelograms, Diamonds, triangles And chips of all patterns Echoing and breaking . The rhythm of rails and ties Lights leapipg up From the shadow-wet pavement Up and over hood, body and rear end Of the lumbering vehicles The day is a shabby old man. giant nearly bent in half, Plodding under the vault of the street. The Ninth Avenue 'L"---a ceiling Entirely too low for his stature.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-03-07

There was one point in the speech of General Hugh S. Johnson Monday night that good many commentators over looked. We didn't note it until after the second or third reading. It's funny what salient facts will suddenly be brought home if you only read speech like the generals couple of times. For example, he said, that Congress was filled today with men who had gone into it lon the horizontal coattails of speeding chief':. It was his reference to the fact that even his own partymen are now deserting the President. It's good point to bring out. Why even last fall all over this nation office-seekers were capitalizing their own chances on. those of the great need that President Roosevelt had for them and the support they would give him down at Washington. Some of it is still evident; much is wanting.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-03-07

States was Texas. Until 1836 1t was part of Mexico, and in that year de- clared its independence as a repub- lie, which existed until December 29, 1845, when 1t was formally an. nexed to the United States. An at- tempt by General John c. Fremont and others to establish an inde- pendent republican government in California in 1845, was not success ful, and in 1S46 it was officially made a territory of the United States.
 o. How much oil can be ex- tracted from one bushel of corn :?
 A. From one to one and one- half pounds.
 c. How much of the national income of the United States in 1892 was collected in taxes?
 A. The total taxes from all sources in 1892 amounted to $8,- 147,000,0O0, or 20.7 per cent of the national. income. Federal taxes were 4.5 per cent; state taxes, AZ per cent; and local taxes, 12.0 per cent.
 Q. Which city in the U. S. has the highest altitude?
 A. I.eadville, Colorado, in the Rocky Mountains has an elevation of 10,19O feet and claims to be the highest city.
 Q. How old Is Bing Crosby?
 A. He was born May 2, 1904.
 Q. Why is woolen clothing warmer than silk?
 A. Wool because of the loose formation of its flores, Is a better insulator against the transmission
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-03-07
Horoscope
By OCTAVINE

For persons who believe That human destiny is guided by the planets, the daily horoscope is outlined by a noted astrOIOgcr. In addition to information of general interests, 1t outlines in- formation of special interest to persons born on the designated dates.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-03-07

Washington, March Zone of the most significant behind-the- scenes developments in inner White House circles Is the way the president has quietly but definitely h.elved pro-labor, minded Secretary Frances Per- kins as one of his ,counsellors. Y
 Until recently she was always consulted on policies affecting labor. But on three consecutive occasions Roosevelt either has not sought her views or rejected them when given. s.~'
 Miss Perkins opposed renewal of the auto code unless it was re- vised to give labor a better break. But the president turned the, entire question over to Don Richberg. |,
 On the day the code was re- newed Miss Perkins tried re- peatedly to get in touch with the assistant president" and al- though only a few blocks sep arated them she was unable to reach him.
 She did not know the code had been extended until informed late that night by newsmen she met at a White House re- ception.
 A week later when the presi- dent sent the cigarette code to her for an expression of opinion she recommended certain pro- labor changes. The code was signed by Roosevelt without change.
 Miss Perkins has sided with the senate liberals on the pre- vailing wage issue. But the pres- ident has not once consulted her about the matter.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-03-07
Daily Washington Merry Go Round
-BY DREW PEARSON and ROBERT s. ALLEN

DREW PEARSON and ROBERT S. G abor Perkins Unhappy Oa Rs President RooseveH  But Probe o Both Hey Stoory Reduction Work-Wek Now Possible
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-03-07
A Thought for Today

~ Behold the fowls of the air: for they SOW not, neither do they reap, nor gather into barns; yet your Heavenly Father fcedeth
 them. Arc ye not much better than thcy?- l4St Matthew 0:26.
 Faith is to believe, on the word of God, sfwhat we do not see, and it's reward is to see 4 and enjoy what we believe.-Augustine
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that are a contrast to the fluent fiexibiiity of English. and q coun- terSaiance to it's dangers of slip shodness and inexactness. It is CTS and the supporters win their plea.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-03-07
Repeal Gas Tax

There are SO many schemes being ad- vanced these days to aid the taxpayer that we don't consider it amiss to suggest one. For years cities and towns, the former in particular, have protested that the state does not give them one cent of the money it collects in the form of gasoline taxes for repairing the holes in pavements caused by passages of many automobile wheels. This is sore point with city officials. For years they have argued with state officials about the advisability of diverting some of this tax money citywards.
 We don't suppose the highway and motor vehicle departments are any more dis posed to do this in 1885 than they have been in the past. What with the revenues of the departments threatened by de- crease in the registration fees and opera tors licnses it doesn't seem likely that the gas tax would be repealed. In fact many proposals have been the other way around. It was demanded that the gas tax be raised so that there would be no drop in the annual revenue when the license fees were lowered. That's one way of aiding the motorist. You fool him into believing he's getting lower taxes by adding them on at the other end.
 Our suggestion is simply this. Repeal the state gasoline tax and allow cities or towns in levying an annual property tax to include a special gasoline tax of one cent or less, enough so that the city can at the end of the year have accumulated a fund which will allow it to maintain it's streets in proper manner. We may be all wrong in urging any such reform as this, but certainly if the state has the right to expect motorists to pay for the actual mileage of car in the form of gas tax then the city has equal rights. And the average car is driven more over city streets than state roads,
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-03-07
THE PEOPLES VOICE

North Carolina's engaging Bob Reynolds was one senator who really got emphatic reverbera- tions from his home-folks for opposing the president in the work-relief wage controversy.
 Bob voted for the McCarran prevailing wage amendment. When this momentous word reached Beaufort County, N. C., a trial was in progress in the superior court. ~
 This fact. however, did not dis turb one of the attorneys, H.. $. Ward, former member of congress who was known in the house as Hot Stuff." Ward interrupted the trial as follows:
 "If Your Honor pleases. have a matter which I think is more important than this case. have just received word that Bob Reynolds voted against the pres idcnt and think we ought 10 recess this case so the Bar asso. citation can meet and discuss the matter" s ".
 "I think that is good idea, Mir. Ward" replied the judge. "Thc court will take a recess for an hOur."
 Whereupon the B eaufort County Bar association convened in solemn conclaye, and after debating Senator Reynolds ac- ton, adopted a resolution that his vote in favor of the McCar- ran amendment ''was not repre- sentative of the sentiments of the Beaufort county citizen ship" WAY OUT
 The senate post office commit 2 tee has been offered an interest ing suggestion for way out of its dilemma on what to do about Huey Longs resolution to inves- tigate Jim Farley. ,
 The committee has been wor- riedly sitting on the lid of the, resolution for some weeks definitely opposed to 1t yet afraid to veto 1t for fear II ue y will capitalize the idea that the ad- ministration dared not expose the postmaster general to a pub lie airing.
 The proposed solution is risky but bold. Y
 The committee would agree to undertake the probe. But with an added provisiOn--that it also Huey.
 Committee members to whom the idea was preached agreed
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-03-07

The German Nazis have now got out "pedigree book" and propose to regulate marriages, breeding "pure nordics". If Hitler can get away with that, he's some dictator
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-03-07
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The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-03-07

1. Where was Supreme Court Justice Louis Dembitz Brandeis born?
 2. Who was Dwight L. Moody? 3. What is the name in Eng land for the long series of statutes dating back to the reign of Edward III, which had for their object the regulation of the trade in grain?
 {. How much current does 40 watt electric light bulb con- sume?
 5. Who was Daniel Dungias Home?
 6. What is the name for un. coined gold and silver? sf
 z. During which war was the Battle of Brandywine?
 8. Who composed "The Moon- light Sonata?
 g.. What is another name for a horn of plenty? E 10. Where is Kodiak Island?
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c. Name the king of Albania. A. Ahmed Beg Zogu; Fog I.
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Eventually we may have pensions for babies. Or at least bonuses.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-03-07
THE EDITOR.

Q. Does the federal government control the fishing rights in non- navigable rivers?
 A. They are not under federal control.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-03-07
Feet Your Knowledge

Can you answer seven of these test questions. Turn to Iast : page for the answers.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-03-07

 Q. Where is Napoleon Bona parte buried?
 A. Napoleon's tomb Is in the Dome des Invalides in Paris. For a short time he was buried on the island of St Helena.
 c. How many species of snakes are there in Pennsylvania, and which are venomous?
 A. Pennsylvania has about IS species of snakes of which only two, the copperhead and the rat tlesnake are venomous.
 c. What will be the date of the next presidential inauguration? A. January 20, 1887.
 0. Have independent republics ever existed within the boundaries of the United States?
 A. The only independent re- public that has existed within the present boundaries of the United
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-03-07

of heat than silk, and consequent- ly, is warmer. A
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-03-07

Q. What is French coffee?
 A. Coffee that has been roasted to a high point, until the oil be- gins to show.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-03-07

ToDAY's COMMON ERROR Never say, ''The twins are un- distinguisllable"; say '1ndis- distinguishable."
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-03-07

o. What causes a sled to glide easily over the snow?
 A. Because the pressure raises the temperature sufficiently to melt the snow and form grooves of water under the runners. The water acts as a lubricant between thte runners and the snow, and reduces the friction. If this did not occur, the sled would be un- able to move unless propelled by a force sufficient to overcome the friction of the runners.
 If you want Q copy of our bull. letin SEA FOODS, writet to The Waterbury Democrats Washing ton Bureau, enclosing five cents in postage stamps
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' O. What department of the Mexican government grants pat ents?
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A. The Industrial Property of- flee, Mexico, D. F., Mexico.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-03-07

e. How old Is Bing Crosby?
 A. He was born May 2, 1904.