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The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-06-03
Going At It Backwards

In 1887 a very excellent commission will report to the General Assembly upon Reorganization of Departments of the State Government. The board was re- gently named by Governor Wilbur l.. Cross and to date the Senate has seen fit to confirm the members of it. They are Charles E. Clark of New Haven, Kenneth F. Cramer of Wethersfield, Thomas w. Russell of Hartford, Thomas Hewes of Pennington, and F. Goodwin Smith of West Hartford. Their recommendations go to the governor prior to being sub- mitted to the Legislature.
 It was as far back as 1881 that the need of some consolidation in our state government was first suggested The idea coming from democratic governor 1t evoked little response from the then re- publican-minded Assembly. He repeated the suggestion in 1933 Once more it was pooh-poohed, although perhaps not with the vigor of the preceding refusal. The third effort also seemed doomed to disap- pointment, until republican legislators irked at being pointed out as uninterested in bringing the state government up to date reversed themselves completely.
 Now very late in the day we are going to have the study of the various state de- partments that should have been made four years ago and the results of which we might be enjoying today. Instead we must wait two more years. We all know what happened in the case of the tax sur vey commission. It was delayed two years and so far as we know not a single suggestion that it made to the present Legislature has yet been made into law. And there were many valuable points in it's extensive findings that would have been boon to the burdened taxpayers.
 We are still hopeful of results from this tax survey. We trust that the reorgani- zation commission will do as thorough a job. Perhaps 1887 won't be too late to make the necessary curtailments in our government that will allow more econom- ical operation. Certainly the thought that Governor Cross expressed some time ago that every form of government should be subjected to periodic appraisals is good one. We know that our state government is no exception and that revisions can be made to benefit all.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-06-03
TERCENTENARY DRINKS WITH A DASH OF
 NUTMEG
Waterbury, Conn, June 1, 1885.

JuHc 4S 1Voos
 Editor Waterbury Democrat: With apologies to Phillips.
 Visitors to tercentenary. Where can a fellow buy a drink? Beer ale, wine, gingerale highball, or gin sir? We'll, some of my party want mixed drinks. By the glass or by the package sir !? By the glass. Are you going to stop at hotel or tourist camp sir? Hotel. I'm sorry sir but the W.C.T.U are hold ing a convention in town and there are no registrations left. How many in your party sir? Seven. Any females? Yet, my wife, my mother in-law and my aunt Fannie. Are any of them entitled to old age pension? No. Is there anyone un- der 21 in your party? No. Do you intend to stop over Sunday? Yes.
 I'm sorry to nave had to ask you so many questions sir, but be- ing a Nutmegger dislike to in- form you that we natives are hav- ing quite some difficulty in know ing how, when, where and under what conditions certain kinds of drinks can be obtained. To save you confusion and possible embar- rassment I would advise that you stop at the Chamber of Commerce and get book covering the rules on the purchase of liquor.
 Of course 1t may mean splitting your party up depending on what they like to drink and how they like to drink it. l hope you enjoy your stay during the tercentenary. Good day sir.
 ALL MIXED UP.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-06-03
Youth Taught Crimes Wages

Twenty-four boys from a New York settlement house were crowded into patrol wagons and taken to prison the other day. They had done nothing wrong; the whole stunt was arranged by settlement house workers and city officials to give the lads a look at the wages of sin. So these lads went to prison, handcuffed and every thing, and sat for few hours in cells, and found out what it feels like to be "mugged" and fingerprinted and to have steel doors clang shut behind them; and they emerged, presumably, convinced that the life of law-breaker is not so pleasant as 1t is sometimes painted.
 As means of persuading youth to watch it's step. program like this ought to hs alI tn the good. It might occur to a
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-06-03
WITH BARRIERS REMOVED RUGGED INDIVIDUALISTS
 URGED FORWARD

Waterbury, Conn,
 June 1, 1885.
 Editor, The Democrat: No other than General Hugh Johnson, himself, predicted that the MIRA is as dead as the Dodo. The rugged individualists have won the day. Now let us see what the rugged lists intend to do about curing the depression. They claimed that the government was hamstringing business and regi- menting industry.
 Father Coughlin, Senator Wheel CT, Upton Sinclair, the La Toilette boys, Huey Long and the other so-called radicals have been called hysterical mouthers, lunatics frin- gers, distorters of truth, termites and a host of other names. Print ing press money was defeated by sustaining the veto. MIRA codes were defeated by the supreme court. The rugged individualists have saved us from the dema- gogues.
 With the human barriers to pro- press removed. With the banks teeming with credit money. With Il plentiful supply of labor willing to earn and spend on the products of the factories, fields and mines. With men, money, materials, ma chinery and management in sup- er-abundant quantities we are all set to SO.
 Go to it ye rugged-ists and lift us out of the depression. Call in all of your publicity agents, includ- ing the Leavenw crth street twins. nnd rejoice in victory. But woe Co 70 if 70 are guilty ef boondog' ging. f0Fwardi Naicl.i ORNATE IN THE REGIMENT
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-06-03
So They Say

You can continue your unbalanced condition longer than European nations because your people are not so easily alarmed. But when your public psychology does change, great is the fall thereof Sir Josiah Stamp, British economist. In 1936 there'l be another election and homo sapens Americans will vote another bunch of racketeers in to make suckers of 'em again.
 Howard Scott, head technocrat.
 
 The things we found in Antarctica had nothing to do with the price of potatoes, but they added greatly to knowledge of the world.
 Admiral Byrd. , Worry is the greatest handicap a nation and as individuals have to face these days. pr. Lillian Gilbreth. noted consulting engineer.
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hood mistake the park as a dump ing ground, disposing of their tin cans ard cellar refuse. Even news boys throw wrappers from their bundles.
 The writer used to sit on her porch, reveling in the color glory of this miniature plot of land and thinking how fine it would be in the near future as the park grad ually improved. Often times she made pleasant excursions along the once accessible trails.
 Notwithstanding h e outcry against the neglect of this park, Superintendent Harrison and the park commissioners do nothing to improve conditions. If the remnant of a park is to be saved, it must be saved quickly. Every lover of nature sighs with me because this picturesque spot has deteriorated into jungle and dumping ground, LOVER OF PARKS.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-06-03

IVA, jumped to the conclusion that this was 8 break between two old friends.
 But this was not the case.
 McCarl has always tried to foster the impression that he and the great Nebraska liberal are on intimate terms. However, they are not. Close ties between the two were severed = by Me- Carl-17 years ago.
 It is an interesting story known only to a few.
 When Norris first a m e to congress in 1903 he brought with him a young law student from his home town of McCook, Me- braska. The young man was McCarl.
 For fifteen years-during Nor ris' memorable battle that over- threw the czarist rule of Speaker Joe Cannon = McCarl remained by his s ide as secretary and campaign manager.
 But in 1916 Iowa's late Sena- tor Albert c. Cummings decided to run for the republican presi- dential nomination, and asked Norris if he would allow him to
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-06-03
PRESERVE ROWLAND PARK AS BEAUTY SPOT FOR
 THE CITY
Waterbury, Conn.,, June 2, 1885.

OullC LCOos
 Editor of The Democrat
 The State Bureau of Roadside Development has taken rapid strides in the creation of beauty spots along the state highways wherever land has been available. Connecticut is advertising her beauties. Waterbury is claiming it's route as the ''scenic route." Come travel our way" is our cry.
 The unfortunate fact is that few routes in Waterbury have an ap- peal to the eye. Several years ago. Mrs. Frederick Chase donated Rowland park to the city to pre- serve and beautify the western en- trance to Waterbury, but due to in- difference on the part of our park commissioner and Superintendent Harrison this picturesque spot has become very unsightly.
 When we take stock of our wild beauty in Rowland park. We are amazed to find how little remains unspoIled.
 vt is no longer beautiful. but is still rich in wild life. We see Q forest of underbrush and black berry bushes. Two years ago the tiny triangular plot of land be- tween West Main and Robbins streets was charming. It contained bed of golden and blwe flowers Now tkis flower bed Is scarcely ' memory. Much of tho shrubbery ia neglected and wintcr-kll!edi the arahH plot is turned Into hayhcld
 Eaw Eamliias ls the ssishhar.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-06-03

try to do as l told MT. Campbell to do. I am going to do something about the family which is a darn sight more important than talking about 1t.
 If you will get in touch with the family you can tell them if they want it I will get them a bed to go with the mattress they have. Also I will see if can't rake up some chairs and curtains. You see that is one thing mutual aid has taught me: "No matter how little we have, we can share it" and Brother, it's not charity either. About the baby eating beans, all l can hope is that the milk Mutual Aid sends is also given to the baby for it surely needs it. Now again, here is a plan to help the baby when I get the name and address from you of this family. l will see the visiting nurses are given It apd I know they will help the baby. Now, MT. Observer, where in my letter did I say if I were hungry I wouldn't live on charity. hope l am too good a mother to let my children go hungry no matter If It were charity food or not. Oh, by the way, see your family has no stove. Well that will be one more job to help fill.
 You would be surprised If you knew how many people are going to help me aid this family. Now about their lights. Well you see l have cEly kerosene lamps myself as can't afford electric lights but in a pinch I can share a lamp if that will help them. Now we come to the core of your letter and this is my Idea on the problem. Your statement, 'In saying people were shiftless and lazy, Mir. Campbell was probably little too harsh, but you have to admit, it."
 The reason that there is that trait among some of the poor peo- pie and mind you some only is when you are in trouble and the world seems to be only skipping your face and kicking you hard blows you become discouraged and it doesn't mean much to pou if you are clean or dirty and you don't seem to give hang what happens. I know I've gone through 1t, but take these-self same people, be kind to them, let them know they have friend who can teach them to cook and clean, wash and iron, tell them they are doing good when they try. You will go q long way to clean up poverty and dirt. than by all the letters you or Mr. Camp bell could write In fifty years and if you, Mir. Observer, or any one elso who offers a criticism will of- for instead q helping hand. you will be surprised how we'll people will react.
 Say, Mir. Observer, while I think of it get the name of the investi- gator of Mutual Aid who has
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-06-03

Nebraska delegation Norris read lily agreed. And McCarl, a staunch supporter of Cummings, captured the state vote for him. G. o. P. Fell For It
 This campaign so impressed the rulers of the republican na- tional committee that in 1918 Ohio's ex-Senator Simeon D. Fess, then chairman of the re- publican congressional campaign committee, secretly asked Me- Carl to become secretary of his organization.
 McCarl informed Norris of the offer and expressed desire to take it. He pointed out that Fess, Jim Watson, and Harry New, later postmaster general in Harding's cabinet, had assured him it would open the way to future advancement.
 Norris was facing the political battle of his life that year. He had voted against the war; and both democrats and republicans were out to get him. He believ- ed himself doomed to defeat, but, enthusiastically, he was
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-06-03

charge of this family for it seems
 to me she or he is falling down on
 their job if they haven't helped
 that family more. Now I will end
 this letter by giving for your con
 sideration little saying in prayer if you want to call it that, that l teach my children. I think it will
 help you and MT. Campbell both, center my home as welcome guest, I will share my food and bed with you. I will treat you as honorad brother. But when you leave my home, leave behind you everything you have seen or heard that was not for the public knowl- edge. Talk not bad of me or mine. Shame not the home you have shared.&
 MT. Observer and Mir. Campbell leave this as my parting gift to you, and MT. Observer if you really know the family you picture so we'll in your letter, get in touch with me through the editor and I
 will carry on for them just as I'd
 want some one to do it for my chill dren.
 (MRS.) F. o. D.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-06-03
Selected Poem

DESIGN (Pearl Strachan in the Christian Science Monitor) One behind another glossy motorcars run by Stars pursue their larger measured courses in the sky. Disappearing rapidly, though scarcely yet begun, Cars give speedy imitation of the sun. This long arc of highway, curving slowly out of sight, Follows the same circle as recurring day and night. Everything in motion. if it keeps its patterned route, Travels to the rhythm that brings autumn's heavy fruit. Words fill phrases up as grass a bare eliipse of ground. Every note of music comes--or goes--wthin the round.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-06-03

determined to go down fighting.
 Therefore, McCarrs statement that he wanted to accept Fess's offer was a bitter blow. Norris was practically lone-handed. He had counted heavily on McCarfs loyalty and aid. But he inter- posed no objection, told McCarl to go ahead.
 McCarl departed. Norris went back to Nebraska, made his lone fight and won. McCarl as secre- tary of the republican campaign committee was in a position to aid him. But he did not lift a finger.
 The 1918 campaign marked the beginning of the return to power of the republican party. As a reward for his excellent services McCarl was made per- manent secretary of the congress sional campaign committee. He continued in this job until 1921, when Harding-On the recom- mendation of Fess, Watson and New-appointed him to the newly created post of comp trOller general.
 But despite the generally &C., cepted report, Norris has been no friend of his since.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-06-03

The same thing might be said of the appointment of s. Mclean Buckingham of Watertown. We find no fault with the individual. Everybody in this section of the state knows the former Commissioner of Agriculture. But again there crops forth the vague uneasiness that the demo- cratic party, through it's governor, is try ing to take care of all of the republicans who have been dropped from office in the last few years. Why this is necessary we don't know, but certainly these two latest appointments of Governor Cross make one wonder. And even the former head of the Motor Vehicle Department was recently mentioned for Cross appoint ment. There is such thing as stretching out non- -partisanship.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-06-03
F. o. D. TAKES OBSERVER" TO TASK-STILL NO REPLY
 FROM MIR. CAMPBELL
Waterbury, Conn
 June 2, 1885.

Waterbury. Conn
 June 2, 1885. Editor of the Democrat:
 Greetings to MT. Observer: And so the story continues but with complete silence from MT. Camp bell.
 So, Mir. Observer. you think l lead a grand life. do you, because I say my home is clean. and neat. and plain, my children's clothes are washed and sewed well--well. isn't that nice. And you read into my letter things I never wrote or thought. I never stated lived we'll --I did state my home was clean and pleasant and suggested to Mir. Campbell that instead of try- ing to ruin q work he should sug- gest something better if he could Now, Mir. Observer, about tho family you write of l am going to
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-06-03

According to federal survey, there are 1888 sites in the United States suitable for generation of electric power. The majority of them are in the northwestern part of the nation. And the development and use of all is held justifiable by the Federal Power Commission. All of which won't set we'll with the coalmen who are complaining about hydro-electric devel- opment of late years. They want more steam plants, for that involves coal con- sumption.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-06-03
Horoscope

BY OCTAVINE
 For persons who believe that human destiny is guided by the planets, the daily horoscope Is out lined by a noted astrolOger. In ad. dition to information of general in- terests. it outlines information of special interest to persons born on the designated dates.
 JUNE 5
 Most favored ones today are those born from July 21 through August 21.
 General Indications For
 Morning-Bad.
 Afternoon-Good.
 Evening-Good.
 The late afternoon is the pre- ferred time. Be quite in the A. M.
 Today's Birthdate
 You may have to pass through a very difficult period this year from August through october and March through July, 1886. Use care of your health and of those around you. Do not take any chances III yOuT DuSiuSSS oA make any changes which are unnecessary either with your home or business affairs.
 January, 1886, should be a good month for you if you will guard your expenditures and learn to listen to others timely advice. Readers desiring additional inc formation regarding their horO- scopes are invited to communi- cate with Octavine in care of this newspaper. Enclose a cent stamped, self-addressed neyelope.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-06-03
Daily Washington Merry Go Round
BY DREW PEARSON and ROBERT S. ALIEN


 of ngtn NderyG Co., Rd' n "M MyG Justice Band Once Warned Gen. Johnson MIRA Went Too Approv ed Only Child Labor Wage and Working Hours Proso Break Between Tugwe Growing of Rural Senator Norris Has Been No Friend of McCarls Since the War
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-06-03

l.. What happens when a mili- tary or naval officer is cashiered?
 2. What is the name for Rus- sian brandy?
 3. In heraldry, what is the coat of arms?
 4. What symbolic insignia is used by Italian fascism?
 5. What is iodoform?
 6. Where, is Harvard univer- sity? z. Name the states of the U. S. through which the Cascade Range of mountains extends. 8. Name the legendary site of King Arthur's court.
 g. Who was Richard Golden? 10. In which state is the city of Fargo?
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-06-03

Those Alaska settlers are bloated capi- talists with $3,000 apiece to draw on for equipment and supplies. What would the old covered wagon pioneers say to that?
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-06-03
Test Y our Knowledge

Can you answer seven Of these test questions Turn to last page for the answers.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-06-03

o. Are automobiles prohibited in Bermuda?
 A. There is a government regu- lation prohibiting any but govern ment motor vehicles on the island.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-06-03
Your Questions Answered

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The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-06-03

o. What is litnus paper, and how is it used in testing soil?
 A. It is an absorbent paper, sat- urated with red, blue, or neutral litnus, dyestuff made by fer menting certain finely powdered lichens. Red litmus paper in con tact with alkalines turns blue, and blue litmus in contact with acid turns red. Blue litmus paper can be used as a rough test for acid soils by dipping it in a solution of soil and water.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-06-03

o. How is Sioux pronounced? A. Soo to rhyme with ZOO.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-06-03

o. How old is William s. Hart. the actor, and where does he live? A. He is sixty years old, and his home address is Newhall, Calif.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-06-03

o. Who is the comptroller of currency of the United States? A. J. F. T. O'Connor.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-06-03

o. How will the U. s. treasury obtain the large sum that was ap- propriated by Congress for relief work?
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-06-03

Q. To which religious demonina-
 tions did George Washington and Abraham Lincoln belong?
 A. George Washington was a vestryman in the Protestant Epis- copal Church. Abraham Lincoln. while he was president, was a reg ular attendant at the New York Ave. Presbyterian Church in
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-06-03

o. To which committee of the U. S. House of Representatives are bills relating to raising revenue referred?
 A. The Ways and Means com mittee.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-06-03

0. Has the Home Owners Loan Corporation been discontinued? A. It is still functioning.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-06-03

If you want copy of our new Booklet on STAMP COLLECTlNG, write to the Waterbury Democrats Washington Bureau, enclosing 1Oc i'm postage stamps.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-06-03

Not all state papers had the same idea about the appointment of ex-Senator Frederic c. Walcott as Public Welfare Commissioner. The Bridgeport Telegram, for example, paid homage to the appoint ment in such glowing terms as these: Governor Cross's nomination of ex-Sen- ator Frederic c. Walcott to the newly created post of state commissioner of pub lie welfare, seems beyond criticism. The position is one which combines the func- tions formerly exercised by the agent of state institutions, with the functions of the State Department of Welfare. The objec- tions offered against ex-Senator Walcott have no bearing on his ability to discharge the duties of the position. =. :" Still we think the governor could have found some one, even republican, who hadn't held political office before. This appointment, like others, savers too much of finding nice appointive job for one unfortunate enough to lose an elective job.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-06-03
IN TO-DAY'S MAIL

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The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-06-03

Q. How many policemen are in the United States?
 A. The census Of occupations for 1880 enumerates 131,6S7.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-06-03

Washington, and his pew bears silver plate, stating that he sat there on Sunday mornings. He never made public confession of faith by formally, joining any church.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-06-03
TO-DAY'S COMMON ERROR Never say, "The water was fil- trated through sand and charcoal"; say filtered"

A. The appropriation will be met out of the general funds of the treasury which are raised from taxes, customs duties, etc., and if these sources of revenue are not sufficient, additional funds will be raised by borrowing.