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The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-11-23
Valuable Lesson

The way of the transgressor may pc hard. but it isn't nearly as tough as the way of the confiding gentleman who has loaned vast sums of money to bunch oL dead-beats who have no intention ot pay ing. If you need any further enllgnten- ment on that subject, apply at the IreaS- ury Department in Washington OIL cials there have just sent out bills TOT slightly more than $155, 100000 to 12 for eien nations, and they have not the slightest expectation of getting more than an unimportant fraction of the money.
 The bills, as you probably don't need to be told, are for sums due on the war debts. and the unimportant fraction that will be paid will come from Flnlafu, where they seem to have absurd old-taSh- toned notions about the duties of debtor For the rest, Uncle Sam now has his one time allies on the cuff for approximately S12.OOO 100000, and as the years go by Uncle Sam comes more and more to un- derstand the feelings of the country gen. tleman who has invested his lifetime savings in some city slickers machine for making nice new dollar bills. He just isn't going to get his money back, and in this day of unbalanced budgets he could use it very handily.
 All this is good thing for us to remen1- her, in these days when Europe seems to be winding itself up for a new war. The last war cost us a great many things, including the lives of some 150, 900 Of our finest young men; but these war debts, although they are as dead as a salted herring, are still living reminder of the fact that going to war nowadays IS a rnuggs game in which every player IS bound to lose his shirt.
 We could use those 12 billions, but we wouldn't feel so badly about their loss if they had actually bought anything useful At the time we laid them out, we supposed that was going to be the case. The war was being fought to preserve democracy, to make peace safe, to rescue civilization itself; and 12 or any conceiv- able number of billions would be a cheap price to pay for such booms.
 But the war did none of those things. Indeed, 1t sometimes seems to have dealt a death blow to the very things 1t was supposed to preserve; and the money IS gone forever, along with the dreams we dreamed when we laid it on the line. The only thing we can do now is charge 1t up to education. But the education, at least, is worth having. If and when this new war starts in Europe we can remember, among other things, those 12 billions and take firm resolve that nohting on earth will persuade us to send any more men, ships, or money overseas.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-11-23
Ends At Wrong Time

The news that the EZRA force has been working in this vicinity checking up elm trees for any trace of the Dutch elm disease will be let go because of lack of funds is discouraging. Particularly so, because at this time of the year the traces of the blight that may sooner or later wipe out every elm tree in eastern United States are easily discernible. Be- fore the cold winter months set in the disease hunters must get in their real work. And even during the winter months the battle to conquer the strange disease must be continued in the labor atory
 Waterbury would be barren place were she to be deprived of the beautiful elm trees that shade many of our streets or grace public and private property. The same is equally true of New Haven, Bridgeport or any other Connecticut city where the elm tree grows in great num- bers and to such majestic proportions. For long years the center of Waterbury has been distinguished by the beauty and size of its elm trees As the old settlers have died out or were cut down, younger ones came along to take their places. We cannot allow this center of attraction to be despoiled.
 It is almost worth an investment upon the part of the city. We know that Park Department funds are necessarily cur tailed Diversion of any money to Dutch elm disease control would put crimp in the present program. It, therefore, would seem as if the situation is one de- manding the attention of state and fed eral governments. We sincerely hope that what Uncle Sam set out to so thor oughly few months back will not die aboring simply because an alphabetical agency has ceased to be.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-11-23
An Old Tradition Going

The scientists down at the Department of Agriculture are trying to evolve new breed of turkey-one that will be smaller, more compact; and less gifted in the matter of drumsticks. They explain that the ordinary turkey nowadays is really a little bit too big for any good use; even the hungriest family can't eat all of him at one sitting, and it is frequently hard for the little woman to get him in the roaster.
 This is probably very worthy cause, and it is shame to be too critical; but it ought to be pointed out that one of the great glories of the old-time Thanksgiv- ing dinner is that very fact-to wit, that there is more on the table than can pos sibly be eaten. That is what makes a feast, after all A smaller turkey prob- ably would be good deal handler; but there is a lot of satisfaction just in look ing at one of those gargantuan birds and reflecting that when you stop eating, it will be your fault and not the turkeys.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-11-23
Louder And Funnier

A throw-back to the late election in Waterbury appeared in the columns of the Waterbury Republican yesterday morning It was another one of those vain efforts to besmirch the character and reputation of Mayor Frank Hayes, who in his official capacity as Lieutenant Governor of the state, was quoted by the state papers this week as critical of activ- ities of Lewis Goodsell, the Bethel repub- lican who came over to Waterbury during our city campaign to tell the voters that they shouldn't re-elect Mayor Hayes.
 It seems that the idea of Mayor Hayes criticizing anybody for neglect of civic duty is an occasion for laughter. It's rather ludicrous sight in the eyes of the editors of the twin journals of Printers Court. Perhaps not in the eyes of others, though. At least there were close to 1700O voters in Waterbury last October 0th who thought enough of his honor to cast their ballots for him. A considerable number of others, deluded by false prom ises of power. had been persuaded to
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-11-23

shape a different course and this they did to their everlasting shame.
 As to the buffonery about democratic indignation over MT. Goodsell's alleged mixing of politics with this official posi- tion as investigator for the State Tuber- culosis Commission, well, it's just too bad, isn't it. It's bit different than the sit uation of several months back when all sorts of underlying motives were read in- to the changes that State Comptroller Charles c. Swartz made in the distribu- tion of departmental insurance. Now that the democrats are doing bit of in- vestigating, the results and critics would be laughed off, Of course if you laugh loud enough, you can convince yourself that it's mob and not a single person do- ing it.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-11-23

Middletown has long been the envy of Connecticut towns and cities by virtue of it's splendid tax-collection records. For years they have averaged 100 per cent or fairly close to it. And as consequence Middletown has been pointed out as the ideal town. Now because an "emer- gency" exists in the city, the office of the Attorney General of the state has given Middletown the right to borrow beyond the limit allowed by law. The city wants to build sewage disposal plant and contemplates floating $275,O bond issue to take care of the project. But such an issue would pass the limit allowed the city under the present law = 5 per cent of citys grand list. There shouldn't be too much opposition from any quarter for such a worthwhile violation of the law. Strictly speaking it isn't viola ton; it's merely setting aside of the law to permit sanitary expansion.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-11-23

eco as fertile field for ad. vertising. Educational films, fea- turing manufacturing processes from tires to chocolates-are shown in eco camps all over the country Extravagant claims of new vitamins in food products have forced the Pure Food and Drugs Administration to setup a new unit to probe such claims. Members of the SEC are setting Up a Credit Union of their own. They. contribute ct Q cer- tain rate monthly, then borrow from the Union on easy terms when they want to, buy a radio or a GET TWAS model town of Norris, having established a movie house and a beauty parlor, is now angling for minister. He will be called Director of Re- ligious Fellowship.
 In the Money
 When New York bankers are brought to Washington on the summons of the SEC, they are paid a fee of $1.50 per day by the government, plus $500 subsistence, plus five cents a mile travel al- lowance Rex Tugwell and Lawrence w. Cramer were fel- low professors at Columbia uni- versity five years ago. Recently Tugwell recommended Cramer as Governor of the Virgin Islands. Later Cramer went to friend Rex, asked for Resettlement funds for a project in the islands. Re- piled Rex: "No, sir, not a penny" While Brazil is getting most of the attention as 8 new cotton producer, Paraguay, orle- thirtieth as large, is producing about one-fifth as much. Fore casts put her next crop at 300,- 900 bales.
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The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-11-23
WRITER HAS NO SYMPATHY FOR DoWN-TRODDEN' MAINE
 POTATO FARMER
Terryville, Conn.
 November 21, 1895.


 November 21, 1895. Editor of the Democrat:
 was interested to read the tour of MT. Lyle c. Wilson in the potato section of Maine.
 I was born in Aroostook County, Maine and lived there for a number of years, while my work was work ing on the potato farms, for the poor bowling farmer. A man worked on the farm for most any wage that the farmer saw fit to pay, which might be $400 per week, (board and room included) to $l00 per month in boom times.
 Just an example of how generous the Aroostook farmer is or was in the years I will mention. Tn the spring of 1920 I was working for a farmer and helped to deliver 5000 barrels of potatoes to the market, or we called 1t to the "siding" and received $11 per barrel. I was work ing for a wage of SIS per month and was working very hard, so I thought with potatoes selling for such a price that I would be justi- fled in asking for more money for my work. So one day I went to the boss and asked him in nice way for a little more money. Here is the answer I received: Why So and So I am rot able to pay any higher wages, for I can go up to the Falls tmeaning the Grand Falls Village, New Brunswick, Cam ada) and hire two boys or young men, perhaps the age of IA years old, for $35 per month each, and the two boys would be able to pro- duce as much work as one man, so would be saving $8 per month. I left that farm, farmer and also the state of Maine. l was gone little over one year.
 Upcn my arrival back to the state and county got job driv- ing a team at $3.50 per day. This man, the year of 1920, had no farm of his own so he rented 10 acres of land which was already ploughed at the price of $25 per acre. On the 10 acres of land he raised 1,470 barrels of potatoes which gave him profit of over $12000. MT. Farm CT paid $1100 for this team of horses I was driving, and I must say that they were worth just about $150, the two of them. Now after making so much money in the year of 1920, MT. Farmer could not pay his hired help until he dug and sold some of his 1921 crop.
 This is just two instances that l mention. but if one who has had the experience of working for the
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-11-23

A. Five cents for the first ounce or fraction, and three cents for each successive ounce or fraction.
 O. Are articles sent to the Unit- ed States from abroad as wedding or Christmas gifts exempt from im- port 6uty?
 A. Not unless they are articles that are on the free list.
 o. How large is Cayuga Lake in New York State?
 A. Thirty-eight miles long and the average width is 2 miles, and { miles is the maximum; the great est ascertained depth is 390 feet.
 If you want a copy of our booklet ETIQUETTE FOR EVERYBODY, write to The Waterbury Democrats Washingto ton Bureau, 1913 Thirteenth Street Northwest, Washington, D. C.. enclosing ten cents (10c) for postage and handling.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-11-23
NOVEMBER 25

NOVEMBER 25 Most favored ones today are those who were born from November 13 through 30.
 General Indications of the Day
 For Everybody
 Morning-Accidental.
 Afternoon-Doubtful.
 Evening-Very good. There is a new force coming to a head this evening. Tomorrow we should be able to start our work with new energy.
 Today's Birthdate You should be able to draw and outline, and through this you should make your profession. November, 1895, should be @ very fortunate month for you. Financial conditions should prosper, and you may take 0 trip which should be profitable.
 You may experience a change this month.
 Be careful to guard your health during February. 1886.
 Danger May 13 through l9. 1886. Readers desiring additional in- formation regarding their horO- scopes are invited to c0mmunl- cate with 0ctavlne fin care of this newspaper. Enclose Q 3 cent stamped, self-addressed envelope.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-11-23
WATERBURY'S LITHUANIAN POPULATION RANKS
 VERY HIGH
Waterbury, Conn.,,
 November 2S, 1895.

WdIeEpuEy, OOLlH,
 November 2S, 1885. Editor Waterbury Democrat:
 Waterbury's ghost of Rip Van Wrinkle has been found at last. He is the Brooklyn reporter for the Waterbury American whose estimate of the Lithuanians in this city is to say the least shocking. It develops that in his statement of last even- ing he declared that The Democrat was in error when 1t published that Lieutenant Felix Waitkus, famed Lithuanian aviator probably would be invited to appear in this city.
 Last night the American asserted that if anything, Waitkus would visit the larger Lithuanian colonies tefore even thinking of Waterbury. What is meant by the statement that the Lithuanian population here is small in comparison to that of other cities? Here is the record.
 Chicago ranks first with the larg- est population, having 13 Catholic churches and a general Lithuanian population of more than 100000. Boston, Mass, figures in second place having four Catholic churches. Next comes the city of Philadelphia, also having four churches. Brook lyn, N. r., and the vicinity also has four churches. After the rating of these cities 1t is estimated by high est authorities that Connecticut has the greatest population. Waterbury has the largest number of Lithuan-' ian inhabitants in the state and therefore this city is the fifth rank ing in the United States. The esti- mates of course include the metro- politan area of each city. The gen. eral population of the Lithuanians in this vicinity greatly exceeds 10,- 900.
 Perhaps one of the reasons why Waitkus might not return here is that the Lithuanians of this city are well organized and do not depend upon the Chicago central body to furnish them with variety, and by the way the name of the aviator begins with w" and not "" as 1t was published in another paper last night. This is mentioned only for the sake of keeping the public well informed. There is no doubt but what the other correspondent owes his fellow Lithuanians something of an apology and unless we miss another guess 1t may come in the form of another squawk or belch, Perhaps the reason for last nights outburst is that he was scooped good and proper and has not yet heard tell that to the victor belongs the spells. Being as we said the ghost of Rip Van, Wrinkle, this isn't very hard to understand. We may now expect another outburst from him.
 SON or LrTHUANrA.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-11-23

Aroostook County potato farmer, had the time to mention each and every one of them, he would have large book.
 I for one have not or never had any sympathy for the Maine farm- CT, even though I still have some of my own people who are potato farmers. It seemed to me that after the big year of 1920 that every business man went in the potato game. Drygoods merchants, grocers, bankers, livery stable own- CTS and lumber dealers, all went crazy about potatoes, and began farming for a side line. So they raised so many spuds that it was hard to market them.
 As Maine is a Republican state, MT. F. D. Roosevelt would not ex- pect very much support from the farmer. I happen to be a Demo- crat from the state of Maine, so what I have written is all good sound facts and experiences.
 The Aroostook potato farmer is the kind that is willing to take all at any time and never give. Yours truly, a poor little boy while grow ing up, often wished that when the farmer with his nice car would pass him on the highway, that would see the day when I would drive my own car and see the farm CT have to walk. I have lived to see and read about a number of them go broke, so my wish came true.
 I still enjoy reading how hard a time the poor Aroostook Farmer has to make @ living.
 Signed:
 A ONE TIME AROOSTOOK FARM I,ABORER.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-11-23

Here's good news for the inmates of the state prison at Wethersfield or for those who contemplate rest period there this winter. There'll be plenty of food for all. Warden Charles s. Reed has just been telling about all the produce raised on the state prison farm at Enfield. At this rate in few years the state could take care of most of it's institutions, as well as the county ones, too. There were over 25,000 gallons of vegetables canned after the harvest. There were 5000 bushels of potatoes. The cows and chickens did their part. Looks like real paying proposition
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-11-23

Our hat is off to the Bridgeport Times Star to day. The paper is celebrating its 145th birthday and looking forward to more worlds to conquer. With the ever- affable and persuasive "Jim" McGovern, a newspaperman's man, as managing editor we feel sure they will be toppled It's long way back to 1790, but the Times-Star has bridged the gap very nicely and quietly.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-11-23
Question Box

o. Who played the role of Wall ter, the brother of Alice Adams in the motion picture, Alice Adams2" A. Frank Albertson.
 o. When did the President of Germany, Paul von Hindenburg, die?
 A. August 3, 1884.
 @. Namc the German Minister to Austria.
 A. Franz von Papen.
 Q. What is the first class pos- tage rate to England?
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-11-23
Horoscope
By OCTAVINE

For persons who believe that human destiny is guided by the planets, the daily horoscope is outlined by 8 noted astrologer. In addition to information of general interest, 1t outlines in- formation of special interest to persons born on the designated dates.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-11-23

i. Name the author of the poem, Chant Pagan" 3. Tn Greek mythology, what name is given to the maidens who guarded the golden apple which Earth gave to Hera on the occasion of her marriage to zeus?
 3. Do oysters live in fresh water? {. Who was Miles Coverdalep
 5. What s the mode of execut- ing the sentence of death in Utah?
 6. Which state is popularly known as the Granite State?"
 2. Give the year of the Haymar- ket Riot in Chicago.
 8. What is Information?
 9. Has Bing Crosby any broth- CTS?
 10. What is the name for the cavity at the mouth of @ volcano?
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-11-23
Selected Poem

RAIN. (Midred Weston in The New York Sum- To tower dwellers Looking down, Umbrellas Trolley cars And cabs Are scuttling beetles, Slugs And crabs Who now irfest Our gleaming town. Pedestrians Might quail at this Alarming Metamorphosis, But Leaning out Above this Venice, One can fiout The insect menace.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-11-23
Daily NR~,.~u,-f
 Washington M ' z - - BORAH'S ORIGINAL LETTER ITO YOUNG T. R. HOT STUFF
By DREW PEARSON end ROBERT s.

Washington, November 2S = Senator Bill Borahs recently published letter to Young Teddy Roosevelt in which he denounced reactionary" Republican leaders, lot hotter in it's original form As first written the letter contained the names of number of COP chiefs who Borah said should be thrown out of the party'S
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-11-23

The theatrical idea seems to be that stage magic makes everything decent, irl- cluding smut and nakedness that wouldn't be tolerated anywhere else.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-11-23

There's difference this time. In 1929 people were gambling in stocks. Now they're investing in 'em.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-11-23
A Thought for Today

Take that thine is, and go thy way; will give unto this last, even as unto thee.-St Matthew 20:14.
 The truly generous is the truly wise, and he who loves no others, lives unblest.-Home'
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-11-23
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This is not responsible for facts opinions from Anonymous the writer's name and address will not be accepted
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-11-23

TO-DAYs COMMON ERROR Never say, 'Tf his advice still Is followed;" say, lis still
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The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-11-23
T st Y Q UT Knowledge

Can you answer seven of these test questions? Turn to last page for the answers.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-11-23
Daily Almanac

Daily Almanac Moon rises 4:24 a. m. Sun rises 6:48 a. m.; sets 4:28 p. m. All vehicles must be lighted thirty min- utes after sunset.
Imperial Valley press., 1935-11-05

An unfortunate schedule blocks
the path of the Texas terriers, the
Christians and the MethOdiSts.
Both have late season games on
the coast, and the western GUS
tomers wouldn't pay to see 'em
twice. However, they play each
other on the last day of this
mcnth, which means that one of
them Tor both, in case of tie)
is doomed to fall by the wayside.
the other five would love to
make the trip, but even if they
finish the season undefeated they
stand little chance. n. Y. U. has a
raper- weight schedule. and that Of
Syracuse is little better. Dartmouth's
is a little better, but the team that
makes it a little better'-Princet1n
probably will scalp the Indians.
North Carolina and Marquette have
fairly representative schedules, but
they wouldn't draw a dime to Notre
Danes dollar And as l said be-
fore, they won't ask you out to the
Rose Bowl just to allow you to en-
Joy the thrill CT sending Aunt
Emma a postcard from the Grand
Canyon.