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Evening star., 1935-10-24

A gentleness of speech is encouraged
even in politics by the fact that rival
may at any moment claim tribute Of
dignified sympathy as the victim of fire,
flood or earthquake, not to mention a
motor crash on land or in the air.
Evening star., 1935-10-24

If all the so-called beautiful society
women who figure in homicide sensations
were genuine articles there would hardly
be enough charm and distinction re-
manning to equip Winters round of
tea parties in various communities.
Evening star., 1935-10-24

Ethiopians accept ridicule with pa
tience when some of their revered ira
ditions are ruthlessly assailed. Hitler
is aware that this trait of submission is
by no means limited to peoples geo.
graphically classified as barbarous.
Evening star., 1935-10-24

Actors are admitted to consideration
as worthy of Government encourage
ment. An actor out of a job may be
regarded as an artist, in accordance
with an old cyniciSm which defined a
politician as q statesman out of a Job.
Evening star., 1935-10-24

A good father tries to assist the young
folks in their studies and should not be
subjected to too much surprise by what
he may happen to run across in the
school books.
Evening star., 1935-10-24
Bamed.

"How many times has the Mona Lisa
been taken from one place to another?"
II wouldn't attempt to say. I never
could manage to keep up with all the
moving pictures"
Evening star., 1935-10-24
Has Quit Worrying.

'When r first came to Washington"
remarked Senator Sorghum, II was
afraid I could not satisfy my constitu-
ents."
"And now?"
'Now I'm sure of it,
Evening star., 1935-10-24

A European statesman may OCCASION
ally feel the desirability of an appeal
to popularity based on kept us out
of war" slogan.
Evening star., 1935-10-24
Startling Science.

ot0lShAA 0ClCuCCs
Professor Hibrow had a thought.
In language proper it was taught,
With purpose lawful,
Till Mr.. Lobrow came along
With his vocabulary strong
And made 1t awful!
Evening star., 1935-10-24
Belts and Food,

From the Louisville Times.
The worlds population is increasing,
but the worlds consumption of food is
not increasing, which means more self
restraint, or more belt-holes.
Evening star., 1935-10-24

Efforts to keep business out Of politics
must contemplate the fundamental need
OF. keeping class prejudices out of
business.
Evening star., 1935-10-24
Head for Business.

"Has your boy Josh a head for busi-
ness?"
"Yep," replied Farmer Corntossel.
'He's always talkin' about maxim money.
I kind O. wish his hands was as good
fur work as his head Is fur business"
Evening star., 1935-10-24

One Of the things a wise professor
learns is that he must not believe all he
reads in college paper.
Evening star., 1935-10-24
Endless Program.

Let us protest with all our might
'Gainst deeds that men deplore;
And If they still offend our sight
Let us protest some more.
Evening star., 1935-10-24
Carefully Prepared.

docs your husband make report to
you of how he employs all his timer"
Eyes. But he cenSorS It,"
Evening star., 1935-10-24
Ceographies.

From the San Francisco Chronicle.
All a publisher of Biographies can do
in these troubled times is to get out
five-star edition and hope for the best.
Evening star., 1935-10-24
A Dosage Meter.

DOoutsO -'HCeCKs
From the Burlinston uowa) Hawkeye Gazette.
This war may be determined by the
amount of raw meat in Ethiopia and
the amount Of quinine in the Italian
army.
Evening star., 1935-10-24

One Plow-Under Approved.
From the Manchester IN. HI Union.
Flowing under the fallen leaf Gro
would be a really good idea.
Evening star., 1935-10-24
Assurance.

From the Philadelphia Evening Bulletin.
Italians In Aduwa deny they have been
massacred, and 1t might be as well to
take their Vced tor u y
Evening star., 1935-10-24

"In order to understand how much con-
versation dere kin be wifout settlin'
nutin'," said Uncle Eben, "all you got
to do y to read . book Of riddles"
Evening star., 1935-10-24

While Gov. Curley has dominated
Democratic politics in Massachusetts, in
recent months, there are plenty of Demo-
Gratis who do not love him. When it
comes time to elect delegates to the
next Democratic National Convention
Gov. Curley, James Roosevelt, son of the
President, and other Roosevelt Democrats
in prominent places in the State will
file list of delegates pledged to the
denomination of President Roosevelt, it
is said. Unless Senator Walsh. Senator
Coolidge and former Gov. Ely are willing
to be pledged" they may not be on the
list supported by Curley. They will not
be accorded the privilege of going "un-
pledged" to the convention, If Curley
has his way. Perhaps there are seeds
for real row in this situation. If Curley
persists in demand for q pledged dele
CATION. Roosevelt pledged delegations
are in line with the campaign which is
soon to be waged by the chairman of
the Democratic National Committee,
Postmaster General James A. Farley.
Evening star., 1935-10-24

Night Final Edition.
Esh. Final and sunda, ee per per mon.h mon.h
Collection made at the end of each month.
Orders may be sent by mail or telephone ma
tinnal 1000.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-06-22

The old grove In Hamilton park payiiion adjoining the playgrounds, will be the scene of another pop ular Sunday concert tomorrow at. ternoon when tho FERA band oi 70 pieces again holds forth under the baton of Cosmo vendetti. The program will start at o'clock sharp and continue until o'clock
 Foremost on the program com prislng l3 numbers are selections from ''The Chocolate Soldier" by straus and verdi's "Hymn and Triumph March" from the opera Aida" In the more popular vein are the poppy fox trots "sweeties Pie" and tho tuneful Ellington hit "soiitude."
 The Program
 Four stirring march tunes com. piete the variety bill as arranged by Mir. vendetti, the popular lead. or of the splendid Fera organisa- ton.
 America" March---"saiute To Uncle Sam"
 s.s.........s., .6uh Cserture--"Nebucodonosor" ( ...
 ................. Verci March--"our Director. Bigelow selection-"The Chocolate Soldier" y'ox Trot-:soiitude" Ellington Overture-"Princess of India.
 ................ .E. l.. King March--"oL the Hike" .......
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-06-22
Promising Pictures Featured at Local 7heaters
PAT O'BRIEN IN !.
 STATE HEADLINE
Featured in "OiI Lamps of China" Good COmpan.
 ion Attraction

One of the years outstanding dramatic sensations, "Oil for the Lamps of China" heads a marvel ous double feature program open- ing at Warner Brothers State theater today.
 The novel by Alice Tisdaie Ho- bart, upon which the picture Is based, and which was one of the best sellers, is Q most colorful de- lineation of the life of American pioneers in China, who fought flood, fire and famine, as well as pestilonce and banditry, to carry on for the Amercan firms whose business they carried.
 Mrs Hobart spent years in Chi na, as the wife of an American business man, and got her infor- nation at first hand. She spent years collecting data and five years in writing her vivid story.
 Pat o'Brien has the leading role, that of an American fired with en- thusiasm to make good with his company, q great oil concern, and to bring light to China by the way of lamps and oil.
 Josephine Hutchinson portrays the girl Pat marries and, who in the end, saves him from be- ing cast aside by the company in whoce service he had spent a lifetime of work.
 Jean Muir and John Eldredge play the roles of friends of Pat and Miss Hutchinson, who failing to understand Chinese methods, are broken on the wheel of adver- sity. Lyle Talbot also Is broken by the life.
 The companion feature is "Hur- ray for Love-, a gay romantic comedy filmed against 0 back ground of tuneful music. Beauti- fui Ann sothern and handsome Gene Raymond have the leading roles supported by stellar cast including Bill Robinson (famous Negro tap dancer) Pert Kelton, Thurston Hall and Maris Gamba- relli Cor Roxy's gang). Here's a great show worth travelling miles to see.
 Next Wednesday night another Bank Night" with q $50 prize to be given some fortunate State patron. Anthony Biondi, 126 Wol- colt street, was awarded the $500 prize given away last Wednesday night.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-06-22
MAJ HALLETT AT
 LAKE COMPOUNCE

Nal Hallett, one of America's foremost dance and stage bands. will be the feature attraction in the Spanish Gardens. Lake Compounce, Sunday night. Little need be said of Hallett's reputation, as the yer. satility of his organization for both dance music and entertainment ts q sure fire box office hit. Nal him. self Is Q master snowman and al. rects his band in . most unique manner.
 Tonight another big display of fireworks will be presented at Lake Compounce as part of the weekend program. Sunday afternoon Web Maxscn and his orchestra will play program of concert music featur. ing three soiists and girl trio. This idea of using an orchestra on Sunday afternoons is new policy at the lake and Is proving to be quite popular.
 A series of amateur programs will be featured in the Spanish Gardens starting next Wednesday night. Cash prizes will be award ed for first and second place, and In addition all who participate will receive free tickets to the dance.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-06-22
ALHAMBRA

Picture lovers who find VIII Rogers brand of humor irresist- ible--and this includes the entire screen public-are delighted with the news that his latest picture. "Life Begins at 40," coming to- morrow to the Alhambra theater, Is crammed with fun.
 "Life Begins At 40," relates the romance of young school teacher and a youth "railroaded" to prison. The shrewd editor brings to light facts that clears the bay, and atirs up hornets nest of fun in the process.
 The supporting cast includes Ro- chelle Hudson and Richard Crom- well in the romantic leads, George Barbier, Jane Darwell, Slim sum merville, Sterling Holloway, Thom- as Beck, Roger fnhof, Charles Hel- lon, John Bradford and Ruth Gil- iette.
 The companion feature Is "ta- dies Love Danger, eo-starrinR Mona Barrie and Gilbert Roland. n mystery comedy dealing with mui- tiple murders, in . back.stage and penthouse background.
 Mona Barrie plays the lady from nowhere, beautiful and young. who barges Into q wealthy young ha- chelors apartment (Roland's) and claims his time for that night and all the next day. meanwhile being suspected of the multiple murders which tally with her movements.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-06-22
OUR LITTLE GIRL
 STRAND OFFERING
Shirley Temples Latest Hit Heads Double Fea.
 ture Tomorrow

Glorious Shirley Temple is com. ing to town tomorrowl She's com- ing to Warner Brothers Strand theater in her new picture "our Little Girl"
 This is said to be Shirley's most touching picture. She plunges into an emotional adventure that sings In the heart as she bravely meets q bewildering crisis while those who are nearest and dearest to her grope in the shadows of mis- understanding.
 Shiriey's brave smile revlves a waning love, when she pleads for her mother to return, and runs away from home to reunite her parents.
 In addition to acting, the child wonder sings.
 A fitting cast has been assem bied around the screen sensation. Rosemary Ames plays the mother, and Joel McCrea the father. Others are Lyle Talbot as "the other man" Erin o'Brien- Moore, Jack Dono- hue, Poodies Hanneford, Gus Van, Margaret Armstrong, Rita owin, Leonard Carey, J. Farrell Macdon. aid and Jack Baxley.
 The companion feature will be "Mr. Dynamite" starring Edmund Lowe, Jean Dixon and Esther Ral- ston.
 Next Thursday brings Maurict Chevaiier in "Folies Bergere" ant "The Caslno Murder Case"
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-06-22
CAPITOL.

Rollicking humor, pathos. fast and intense dramatic action, ro- mance-all are said to be con. tained in the Warner Bros. pros duction, Mary Jane's Pa," which comes to the Capitol theater to- morrow and Monday, with that inimitable team of screen players, Aiine MacMahon and Guy Kibbee in tho stellar roles.
 Kibbee plays the part of aa tramp printer, born with wander lust in his heart. A small town publisher, he leaves what he thinks is e competence to his wife and two small children, hops Q freight at night and disappears.
 Finally, after many years, he returns to his home town to find the printing office closed and his family gone, no one knows where.
 The companion feature is Hold Elm Yale" starring Patricia Ellis, Larry crabbeand Cesar Romero.
 The picture is comedy based on the reaction of a group of "Broadway's hard citiyens' when they ere introduced to society and to the ancient and honorable game
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-06-22
CARROLL

Tomorrow brings the musical comedy sensation Naughty Mari- otto", Victor Herberts masterpiece to the Carroll theater. The charm- ing music of the great composer, as sung by Jeanette Macdonald and Nelson Eddy playing the lead- ing roles in the picture, is heard against q laundering background of drama. The settlement of Lou isiana, pioneer struggles, the Marriage Auction" of St. Louis of the old Creole days, the. capture of the Casquette Girls by pirates, their rescue, and other gripping dramatic details are woven into q story that, aside from music, pro- vides an epic recital of the found- ing of one of Americas most roc mantle cities.
 The companion feature is Mary Janc's Pa" starring Aline Mac- Mahon and Guy Kibbee. Mary Jane's Pa" combines light comedy with tense drama, with Alino Mae. Mahon and Kibbee in the stellar roles. Others in the cast include Tom Brown, Robert McWade, Minor Watson, Nan Gay, Johnny Arledge and Robert Light.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-06-22
JUNE BRIDE AT
 POLI'S THEATER
Ginger on Same Program Opening TOdayMany
 Stars Featured

Polls opened it's door this after noon to throngs who were intent on seeing the best screen show in this town in a long time. It is sel- dom that a theater is favored with Q program such as is on tap at this popular theater from now until Tuesday night, and it's only on acc count of the Poll theater affilia- tions with the Marcus Loew thea ter chain, the worlds largest pur- veyors of amusement, that pro- grams such as this are resented at this theater.
 The program to-day is headed by Jean Crawford and Bob Mont gomery in picture that will lin- ger long in the minds of all who are fortunate enough to see 1t. On It's iirst-run showing in town at Polls, 1t is the trouble of June Brideh with Q husband who likes to step out and philander. Joan is In continual "hot water" with Bob on account of his proclivities, but she works it out to their mutual advantage before the end of the film. All msrried ladies should see this picture as 1t Is Q liberal education in how to hold your man, # he is slipping away. While doe ing this Joan displays the very latest modes and also brings out a brand new hair-dress that all Wa terbury women will want to have. Bob is his usual charming self, a little. better than ever, if such a thing weres possible, but charming.
 On the same program Polls bring to town and introduces Q new "stariet" to It's patrons. Dur ing the past years all of tho new stars have been seen at Polls. Among the many who have been seen are these few juveniles David Holt, Freddy (David Copper. field) Bartholomew, Shirley Tenn. sents to its patrons Jane Withers in Ginger" This name will not mean c lot to many, but when we tell you that 1t is tho cognomen of the little lady who played the "Meanie" in "Our Little Girl" with Shirley Temple then you know that she is an actress. Her portrayal of the mean little girl in that pie ture was 50 marvellous that lot of the audiences left the theater hating her, showing her artistry. Now she has been starred In this picture and as much as you dis- liked her in "our Little Girl" 50 much more will you love her In this picture. Critics allNover the nation are now singing her praises, and she will be seen at Polls In the Connecticut premiere of the picture.
 wednesday night, Polls as the highiight of it's June Bride Week" will have a public wedding on the stage of the theater and with the bridal couple, brides maids and best men and flower girls, surely here will be the larg. est attended wedding ever held in town. Liston to the daily June Bride" broadcasts over station W.A.T.R. and hear what q great treat will be in store for those In attendance. ....
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-06-22
GARDEN

Reckless" the musical treat of 1885 ends to-day at the Garden theater. Of first importance, the picture introduces Jean Harlow and William Powell as oo.stars for the first time. The giamorous pla- tinum star Is seen as Mona Leslie, q dazzling Broadway dancer, who rises to great social and profession. al height, only to be plunged Into tho depths of scandal and disgrace by the mad act of her millionaire playboy husband. t.
 Powell is sen as Ned Riley, the jovial sports promoter who walks sido by side with Mona through her triumphs and tragedies and finally emerges as "best man."
 "Reckless" Is . musical picture well worth seeing.
 The companion feature Ia "out. law Rule" starring Red Russell. Sunday brings "Mutiny Ahead" starring Noil Hamilton and "Jus. tice of the Range" starring Tim Mccoy.
 Kreugcr National park in South
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-06-22
CAMEO

Mary Jane's Pa," the new Warner Bros. comedy drama, opens at the Cameo theater tomorrow, with Aline MacMahon and Guy Kibbee teamed again in the stellar roles.
 Kibbee has the role of the tramp printer while Aline MacMahon, who buys a newspaper to support her family, is the deserted wife who makes good on her own and subjects her husband, who finally finds his family, to the role of caretaker to tho children, who do not know him.
 others in the cast include Nan Gray, Tom Brown, Betty Jean Haney, and Robert McWade.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-06-22

of football.
 MT. Joseph Meeheen, 362 Wash. inRton avenue, was presented the $50 bank account at the Capitol last Thursday night. Mir. Mee- heen stated the money would be put to good use as he is the father of three children and at present is an employee of the EZRA. An. other "bank night" will be held at the Capitol theater on Thurs day with $25 to be presented.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-06-22
BAYS RABBIr .BLAcKED' EYES

Ironton, o. (UP)-J. c. Davis, railroader, came In for heavy josh ing one morning when he came to work with two black eyes. As 1t happens, Davis Is . rabbit fancier. A large buck he was handling. hc said, resented being touched. Out he iashed in Kangaroo fashion with both feet, striking Davis in the face. Follow workers grinned.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-06-22
Concert To Feature
 Musical Comedy Hit
Selections From "The Chocolate Soldier Chosen for
 EZRA Band Program Tomorrow

,,,,.....,,..... Breckenshire Deseriptive-"Graveyard Ghosts"
 Weaver March-"Indian State Band"..
 ......,...,,,ss 'Fhrrar sclectlon-"Hymn and Triumph
 March" from Aida" ... Verdi Fox Trot-"sweetie Pie" ... Loeb Etar spangied Banner.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-06-22

The idea will offer an excellent op- portunity to anyone who aspires to singing over the mike with 2 bhnd. However, 1t is not restricted to singers alone as almost any Kind of c vaudeville act is acceptable. Applications should be made d the Lake Compounce office.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-06-22
BY E. E. D.

on July 4th. the waterbury Democrat will sponsor the sec- ond of a series Of cachets in thia year of 103S.g Connecti- cuts tefcentonary. The cachet will be a reproduction of Wa terhury's settler's Village, now nearing completion up on Chase Park boulevard. The village will bo formally dedl- cated on July 4th and that date has been chosen for the cachot which will be applied Co covers free of charge by the Waterbury Democrat. So great { was the response to the Demo- crat's offer of . cachet in con- noction with the first day saio Of the Connecticut tercenten. ary stamp late in April that elaborate plans have been made to handle all future events of this nature. Only one request is made of those applying for the cachet--do not send covers. All sorts of covers were submitted for the last cachet, although they were not asked for and 1t made it exceedingly difficult to procure a good impression of the plate on the various sized enveI- opes. The Democrat will sup. ply both the cover and caohet. All the applicant need do is forward sufficient money to cover postage with name and address. Covers will be lin- tied to i've per person and should be in the hands of the sRtamp Editor not later than noon, July 3. Commemorative stamps will be used on the covers, Connectlouts, San Diegos, and whatever others are available locally. .. No trick or freak orders on any covers. Only singles and blox will be affixed.
 Stamp collectors and friends of conservation who are not hunters may now purchnse 1O34.8H duck stamps without having them affixed to hunting licenses and certificates AcC0rds ing Co Information released by Che United States department of agriculture. A new law provides that the stamps may be purchased by anyone in un. limited quantities.
 The new law making this eftective, approved by Presi- dent Roosevelt on June 16, opens to the public tho sale of the first migratory bird-hunt- ing stamp, designed by ]. W. (Ding) Darling and required of hunters of ducks and geese fast season. Provisions of the original law that authorized che duck stamp made 1t difii. cult for non.hunters to pur. chase stamps and also required that each stamp sold should he attached to q hunting Il. oense of . special certificate. The stamps may now be pur. chased at post offices at one. doiiar each, either singly, in block, or In full sheets of 2S stams to the sheet. All theso stamps remaining unsold after June 80 will be destroyed.
 This announcement is issued hy tho biological survey Of the dcpartmcnt of agriculture, SO that persons and organizations desiring to make their contrib button Co the lmigrat0ry.waters fowl program in this manner. and stamp collectors who have wreviously sought tho stamps unaflsxcd to aliccnse or c cers