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Milford chronicle., 1935-12-20
MAGNOLIA

Mr.. Henry Wright had the misfor-
tune to fall from a jOist while re-
pairing one of his buildings and
broke his leg, on Thursday. He was
taken to Kent General Hospital
Dover.
MIR. Robert Grace had his car stol-
en- last Saturday night from his
garade, and he has no clues of it
yet.
Mr.. and Mrs. Grover Bostic of
Camden were guests of her parents,
Mr.. and Mrs. Harvey Gourley. on
Sunday.
Rev. and Mrs. r. L. Tawes and
daughter Oneita and Miss Mildred
Jackson went to Philadelphia on
Thursday.
Mr.. C. w. johnson and son. George
Johnson, attended the New Castle
Firemen's meeting on Thursday eve
ming.
Mr.. and Mrs. George Dickinson and
daughter Sara, of Philadelphia, were
weekend guests of Mrs. Rose Lodge
and the latter accompanied them
home to spend the winter.
Mr.. and Mrs. Thomas Moore were
Wilmington visitors on Wednesday.
Mr.. and Mrs. Grant Abbott of New
Castle, were guests of her sister, Mrs.
Fred Lewis, on Thursday.
A number of children have chick
en- pox and measles at present.
The regular l.. T. l.. Christmas
party was held at the school house
on Monday afternoon. Games and
music were enjoyed after which a
treat was given by the WOman's
Christian Temperance Union.
Mr.. Byron Knight was recent
guest of his mother, Mrs. Kathryn
Knight.
Willard Jackson of Wilmington,
was an overnight guest of his par
ents. Mr.. and Mrs. w. P. Jackson.
Mrs. Carrie L. COnnOr has been
visiting friends and relatives in Will
mington the past week.
Mrs. Ulie KentOn visited her
daughter and sOn-in-law, Mr.. and
Mrs. Ralph Stcffins of Chester. on
Monday.
Mrs. William Paradee spent sew
eral days last week with her sister
and brother-in-law, Mr.. and Mrs.
Walter Muncey of Camden. n. J.
Mr.. and Mrs. Marvil Watson of
Dover. were guests OH Sunday Of her
parents, Mr.. and Mrs. Clark,
Mr.. and Mrs Joseph Smith of near
Bowers have moved to the home of
his father. Mr.. COrbin Smith.
Milford chronicle., 1935-12-20
Independent Merchants
Are Not IncOmpeteHtS

Proponents OF special tax laws de-
signed to curb the "chain store evil
must, consciously OF otherwise. have
. rather poor opinion of the intelli-
gence, ability and aggressiveness ol
Independent merchants.
All such tax laws are predicated
Gil the principle that the chain store
offers unmeetable competition, that
it is slowly but surely forcing inde-
pendent merchants out Of business
and that, in the long run, gigantic
chain combinations will possess
virtual monopoly of the food, drug
and meat business of the country.
If this is true, the American inde-
pendent merchant is a backward
specimen indeed. Fortunately, the
facts demonstrate conclusiVely that
it is not true.
The progressive independents can
and are giving the chains cOmpeti-
tiOn-and plenty of it. Many of them
have banded together into large buy
ing organizations, which permit them
to offer prices every bit as low as
the chains can offer. Some of them,
by virtue of the fact that a small
business can often eliminate many
expenses that are an inescapable
part of a large business, have actu-
ally managed to undersell the
chains. Others, by giving their GUS
toners special services, or by stock
ing a wider range of luxury goods
than do the chains, keep in business,
and make money. Still others are de-
veloping advertising and display
methods that are first-class business
getters.
The American independent mer-
chant is not an incompetent. Nor
does he need laws that unfairly PEN
alize his competitors to keep his
business going. 1t is a statistical
fact that, during recent years. more
chain stores than independents have
closed-a large number of them
doubtless went to the wall because
competing independent merchants
made the going too rough.
Every efficient form of retail mer-
has its place. Laws that
penalize one form to favor another.
must, in the course of time, damage
evervone concerned.
Milford chronicle., 1935-12-20
FELTON,

The people, both young and old
are feeling that Christmas time is
drawing near. The children are talk
ing of Old Santa and what they
want him 20 bring. It makes the
older folks think how they used tC
talk of Old Santa and hang up theil
stockings and could hardly sleep on
Christmas Eve, waiting for Old San
ia to arrive.
Mr.. and Mrs. William Watson
were dinner guests of Rev. and Mrs.
]. E. Parker of Harrington on We'd
nesday.
Most of The farmers are busy
around here killing hogs and get
ting up their winter wood.
Quite number have mOtored to
wilmington and Philadelphia to do
their Christmas shopping.
The school children are still hav-
ing the measles.
Nelson Hill has been confined
with the measles at the home Of his
grandparents, Mr.. and Mrs. John
Carson.
Mrs. Oscar Russell of Philadel-
nhia has been the guest of her par
ents. MIR. and Mrs. Enoch Jacobs.
Mr.. and Mrs. William Frazier has
been entertaining their daughter,
Mrs. Sara Griner of Tampa Florida:
Mrs. Lu Harrington has returned
to Trenton. N. J., after spending
few days with Mrs. Walter Harrins-
ton.
Frank Kitchens has returned from
a visit with friends in Baltimore
Nd. A.
Mrs. Elizabeth Bringhurst was the
guest speaker at meeting of the
w. C. r. u. of CheswOld on Thurs
day. uo
The Christmas party of the Home
demonstration Clut was held at
the home os Mrs. Fl. o. BOstick.
The writer wishes all readers oi
the Milford Chronicle A Merry
Christmas and a Happy New Year
Milford chronicle., 1935-12-20
CANNON

Miss Cora Sutherland has return
cd home from Philadelphia where
she has been working for the last
few weeks in a private hospital.
Mrs. Alice LESLEY left Sunday Tor
an extended visit with her son ana
will probably spend the winter
months at his home in Philadelphia
Mrs. John X. Cannon is spending
some time this week in Wilmington
with her son, Nelson and family.
She is also having her eyes treated
Iv a specialist in that city.
MIR. and Mrs. G.. G. Lewis, of Mil
ford. visited Mrs. Alyerda WOotten
( on Monday of this week.
The community has been saddened
by the passing away on Sunday night
of Mr.. Howard Z. Corey. MIR, Corey
has lived in this vicinity for a great
many years and was highly esteemed
and respected by all who knew him.
We sympathize with the family in
their bereavement.
We are glad to report that Mr.
]. ID. Wootten who has been Serious
| ly i'll is able to be out again.
Sunday School at Browns Church
at 1.3O to 2.3O p. M. followed by tes-
timony meeting and preaching. Spe-
cial singing and music Sunday night
at o'clock, and preaching at $50.
Everyone welcome. Rev. L. w. Saw
age, pastor.
Sunday School at Cannon Church
next Sunday morning will be at $50
O'Clock. Christian Endeavor service
at D. M, and preaching by the pas
tor at 73O. Rev. J. NJ. Kay, pastor.
Uncle. Eli says its a good thing to
live far away from your relatives,
so you can brag about them.
Milford chronicle., 1935-12-20
Beware The Cough
From common cold
That Hangs On

No matter how many medicines
you have tried for your cough, chest
cold or bronchial irritation, you can
get relief now with CreomulSion'
Creomulsion not only contains the
soothing elements common to many
remedies; such as, Syrup Of White
Pine Compound with Tar, fluid ex-
tract of Licorice Root, fluid extract
Of Wild Cherry and Menthol, but
also has fluid extract Of 1pecac Tor
its powerful phlegm loosening
effect, fluid extract Of Cascara for
its mild laxative effect and, most
important Of all, Beechwood Greco
sote is perfectly blended with all
Of these to reach the source OF the
trouble from the inside. CreomuI-
sion can be taken frequently. and
continuously by adults and children
with remarkable results.
Thousands Of doctors use Creo-
mulsiOn in their own families as
well as In their practice knowing
how Creomulsion aids nature to
soothe the inf1amed membranes and
Milford chronicle., 1935-12-20

heal the irritated tissues as the
germ-laden phlegm is loosened and
expelled. Druggists also know the
effectiveness Of Beechwood Creo-
sote and they rank Creomulsion
top for coughs because you get a
real dose of Creosote in Creomlll-
sion, emulsifled so that it is palat-
able, digestible and potent for go
ing to the very seat Of the trouble.
Creomulsion is guaranteed satis-
factory in the treatment Of coughs,
chest colds and bronchial irrita-
tionS and especially those stubborn
ones that start with a common cold
and hang on for dreadful days and
nights thereafter. Even II other
remedies have failed, your druggist
is authorized to guarantee Creomul-
sion and to refund every cent Of your
money II you are not satisfied with
results from the very first bottle.
Don't worry through another Sleep
less night-phone or go get q bottle
Of Creomulsion right now. (AdvO
Milford chronicle., 1935-12-20

Piano solo, when | Grow Too
Old To Dream" by Marie Lord.
Piano solo, "The Old Music Box, -
by Lois Williams.
Piano duet. "A Twilight Song" by
Barbara Jones and Mrs. Fitzgerald.
Piano solo, "a Rustic Dance" by
Betty Calhoun.
Piano duet, "Our School Band
March," by Ruth and Margaret Will
liams.
Piano solo. Missouri Waltz" by
Marie Lord.
Piano solo, "In A Gypsy Tent" by
Margaret Williams.
Piano solo, Minute in G." by Dor
othy Isaacs.
Piano duet, "The Trumpet Call"
by Betty and Jean Calhoun.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-01-23

most expensive furniture in town is in the mill village! Of course I'm afraid they don't save their money as they should" 'Ts that fact, really? mean that wages have been kept up?"
 'Why, certainly it is. MT Thatcher told me the mill is doing everything possible to keep our employees happy and contented. He says he regards each and every one of them as children and that they can come to him with their problems at any time. He's only too glad to help them."
 And has he managed to keep employment up to standard, as we'll as salaries? mean keep all the workers on?"
 "Why, yes, I think so. You see MT Thatcher has such a marvel ous system. Everything runs like clockwork. don't know how many times, Brian, I've thought how fortunate we are in having a man like MT Thatcher to take all the worry and burden from our shoulders" rs,@
 q guess you're right" Brian agreed.
 The limousine slowed and turned into drive bordered by q low stone wall. Back against the trees was q stoEe house--a large, rambling, impressive house, set in grounds that had been tastefully handicapped. The limousine fol-
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-01-23
RECALL DANIELS
 ADVISES .ALUMNAE
Notre Dame Chapter F0r-
 wards Petition of Pro. test to Hull

Another local group joined in the nationwide Catholic condem- nation of religious persecution as carried on in Mexico, and formu- lated a resolution asking for the recall of U. s. Ambassador Jose- phus Daniels. The latest organiza- ton to join in the movement was the Notre Dame Alumnae asso- citation, one of the city's most &C., tive Catholic organizations, com prised of graduates of Notre Dame Academy.
 At the session. held at the Hotel Elton, the members voted unan- imously for strongly worded re- solution, which will be sent to Secretary of State Cordell Hull and to all Conecticuts members of congress. The resolution as voted sharply condems the administra tion of President Lazaro Cardenas for allowing Catholics to be de. prived of the opportunity to prac. tise their religion.
 Miss Ann Marie Mcdonald pre-. slider at the meeting last night. The resolution Is as follows Resolved, that the Notre Dame Academy Alumnae associaytion oi Waterbury, Conn, hereby condems the present religious persecution existing in Mexico under the Car. denas administration, and respect. fully demands the recall from tho diplomatic service of the Honor. able Josephus Daniels at the carl fest possible moment.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-01-23
PARK FEATURING
 NOVELTY NITES'
Special Program to Share Spotlight With Doll
 Mite" on Wednesday

A new series of "Novelty Mites" to be staged every Wednesday night, will be inaugurated at the Hamilton park pavilion tonight with Doll Mite" Doll Mite" is now one of the biggest novelty nights at such famous bathrooms as the Aragon and Trianon in Chi cago, Municipal ballroom in Cleve- land. and many other mid-western dance resorts. Other novelty nights to follow at the park are Mystery Trunk, College Mite, Derby Dance, Pawn Shop Dance. and others.
 Furnishing the music for to- nights affair at the park will be Mccormack and Barry's vrey popular Casa Ritz orchestra fea- tured regularly at the Ritz in Bridgeport. Musical critics as well as dancers predict brilliant fu- ture for the Casa Ritz outfit which has been clicking everywhere in New England. Featured with the band will be Johnny Woods. popu- lar vocalist and arranger.
 Next Saturday night, which is New Deal Nite." Timmle Grove and his Colonials, the band which the police have engaged to play for their ball at the Armory next month, will be the attraction. Don't forget there is dancing and a good lime at Hamilton park every Wednesday and Saturday night.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-01-23
PLAZA AVE YOUTH
 COASTINC VICTIM
Sled Crashes Into Coal Truck Two Others
 Injured Yesterday

Another coasting accident head ed yesterdays list of mishaps, as police took steps today to enforce strictly the municipal rules allow ing coasting only on designated streets and which calls for ultra careful driving by operators of motor vehicles on these streets.
 Bernard Fleisher, s, of 207 Pla- za avenue received minor injuries when his sled ran into coal truck operated by Henry Russo of Davis street, Oakville, on Plaza avenue yesterday afternoon. An Ambulance call was answered by Patrolmen Thomas Grady and Charles Me- Weeney. who found that the boy
 had suffered body bruises and q
 bump on the head.
 Attracta Connors. 13. of 37 BrOn-
 son street, was injured about the arm last night when struck by a car operated by Martin ]. Gavin of ASA Washington avenue. The accidcnt took place at the corner of Pine and Bishop streets. and the girl was taken to St. Mary's hos pital.
 A trolley operated by Arthur He- bert and an auto driven by William T. Doyle of 131 Oak street collided on Thomaston avenue in Waterville last night. Patrolman Matthew Guarini reported that no one was injured and the damage was lin1-
 tied to e comparatively small am aunt. x
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-01-23

more and the chauffeur hurried forward. Passengers had begun to alight. A girl in bright blue, q man with little boy, a tall young man in a brown overcoat-
 Brian" Mrs Westmore called. "Oh, Brian-i"
 THE young man saw her, smiled Il and raised one hand. Another moment and his arms were around her. "Mother!" he ex- claimed. Its good, to be home again. It's good to be here"
 He bent and kissed her. The woman said, "Oh, Brian, you've come at last!" |"
 "Yes, and I'm going to stay q while" He drew back, eyelng her critically. You're looking first rate," he said. I've been wor- ried about you--oh, hello, Fred erick. How are your, Yes, T"e got 6 couple of bags somewhere and, let's see--heres my trunk check---"
 Brian, let me look at you! But you've changed = you've grown up--" t7
 The young man laughed. "Im a couple of years older," he re- minded her. Twenty-Five! Didn't you expect me to change ?"
 'I don't know-I suppose so."
 They were making their way to- ward the limousine now--the pret- ty, middle-aged woman in black and the tall young man beside her. Very straight, he wa s, and broad shouldered. The young mans eyes were brown like the woman's, and when he laughed there were crinkly lines in the corners. His face was darkly tanned. Rather an attractive face with broad checks and well-cut chin. a
 "The town doesn't seem to have changed much," he was saying.
 "No. It's q always the same."
 They had reached the automo- bile and the Pekingese, inside, saw them and stood on his hind legs barking fiercely. Frederick was slowing luggage away.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-01-23

to me that the thing for me to do the thing I really wanted to do was to come home."
 "I'm glad, Brian," the woman said.
 "Yes, and I'm glad, too. Do you know what I'm going to do now? I'm going to do the thing Father wanted me togo into the mill. I wanted to find out what it's all about--learn the business. I've been getting some new ideas late- ly, reading whats going on in this country. I've discovered that busi- ness isn't the dull routine I used to think it was. It's alive and ex- citing-human It isn't everyone grabbing for himself and trying to get the most these days; it's figur- ing out what's right for everybody and everyone doing his share. want to have a part in it."
 ssVEs. Brian," the woman said,
 A "wel'll have a talk with MT Thatcher. I'm sure he'll find some- thing for you-if that's what you want to do. And, of course, I'm glad to have you home. MT Thatcher has been so wonderful, Brian! So helpful. He's relieved me of all responsibility"
 How are things going at the mill?"
 "oh, splendidly! Simply splen- didlyv
 i've read about the labor trou- bles they've been having in other mills." the young man said Nothing of that sort here?"
 "Oh, my no! Why should there be? The men and women In our mill are getting good wages-big wages! Why you'd be surprised how much they make-$40 and $50 a week, and in families where three or four are working they're getting as high as $150 and $2O0 a week. Most of them drive auto mobiles, and they say some of the
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-01-23

She was a pretty woman with brown eyes and fresh complexion. She was small, slender, wrapped in sleekly shining black fur coat. The brim of her hat turned back abruptly on one side, showing gray hair, softly waved. She touched the silver fox collar Of the coat, smoothing 1t in place.
 There was muffled noise be- side her and the woman looked down. A small, glossy Pekingese raised its nose and repeated the nctse louder this time.
 .sToodles!" the woman said re- proyingly. "Muvver's little dar- lin' mustn't bark. Be q good doggy" She stroked the dogs head and silky ears. Be a good doggy now or Muvver'll scold!''
 She caught up the Pekingese, hclding the soft fur. against her face. The dog wiggled, his moist tongue touching the woman's n
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-01-23

A loud, piercing whistle cut the air.
 What's that?"
 Its from the mill,' Mrs West more explained. "They're chang ing shifts"
 "Oh, of course--" The young man nodded. He followed her into the car and the small dog Ieaped upon them, barking furiously. Brian Westmore picked him up. "Well," he laughed, "what in the world Is this?"
 "Toodles, you naughty child," Mrs Westmore scolded. "Give him to me, Brian." She took the Pe- kingese in her arms, cradling it close. Was Muvver's precious baby lonesome?" she asked. Title, bltty doggy all alone!'
 Great Scott, Mother-!"
 MRS WESTMORE raised re- lvl proving eyes, 'rNow don't say I'm foolish about Toodles," she said. q know it. But he's nerv- ous and l have to be so careful with him. The least thing upsets him. He's been such a comfort to me this last year--while your father was sick and after" Brian said, "Of course." The limousine was moving along the wide, white pavement now. There was a pause and then the young man said evenly, You understand, don't you, why didn't come soon- CT? While Father was sick. I wanted to comc."
 "Yes, Brian, I know" Mrs Westmore sighed. "Your father didn't mean to be hard. He didn't mean the things he said-that last time"
 "I wanted tQ come," Brian went on firmly, "but-wcll, I couldn't. oh, I knew how Father felt. didn't hold it against him--the things he said that day. He couldn't understand that didn't want to go into business. re- member exactly what he said" Ar edge of cynicism crept into the young mans voice. "Well, I found out he was right about It."
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-01-23

Ice that would be in perfect con- ditlon by Sunday was predicted to day as a cold spell swept down on Waterbury to encourage skaters who have submitted their entries in the Democrats annual Ice Skat- ing championships, an afternoon of thrills and color, which will be held at Hamilton Park Sunday af- 'ternoon under the sponship of the Democrat, through the cooperation of the park department.
 Entries for the events on the varied program continue to pour in to the offices of the Democrat and to the Hamilton and Fulton Park stores, for skaters are evinc- ing the liveliest of interest in the first skating carnival of the winter in the Naugatuck Valley area.
 The general public can be as-
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-01-23

Rabbi William P. Greenfield of this city was one of the members of the Rabbinical court, said to be the first convened in the state with superior court approval, that heard the issues of the claim of Rev. Morris Ungar. former func- tionary of the Beth Israel syna- gogue of Bristol against Noah Sey- mon,> Bristol business man, in the Hartford country court house yes- terday.
 The court, besides the local rab- bi, includued Rabbis Abraham J. Feldman and Isaac $. Hurwitz of Hartford. Sitting us a tribunal, the three rabbls returned verbal de- cision finding the defendant guilty of assault under provocation" upon Rabbi Ungar.
 Selected By Judge
 1t was an all day session during which eight witnesses were heard. The arbitrators, representing the Reform Orthodox and Conservative groups, (Rabbi Greenfield repre- senting the Conservatives) in the Jewish faith, were appointed by Superior Court Judge P. B. O'Sul- livan.
 The three rabbis will embody their decision in written opinion to be submitted for the superior courts approval. Damages will be awarded in favor of Rabbi Ungar. the amount to be fixed after fur thcr consideration.
 The plaintiff, q young unordained teacher. sued Mir. Seymon, sccre- tary and treasurer of the Bristol cOngregatlonal on charges of as- sault and islander. He claimed the defendant slandered his reputation as teacher and struck him, caus- ing injuries.
 The assault was alleged to have occurred last April during a busi- ness meeting of the congregation. The "court" found the defendant pushed" the plaintiff while pro- vokcd,' in the heat of argument.
 Witnesses Called
 The three rabbis conducted the informal examination of witnesses, Neither the plaintiff nor defendant were represented by counsel. Ac- cording to testimony, the plaintiff was engaged as teacher in the fall of 1888 in the synagogue In which the defandtn was an officer, His services required he teach the children Hebrew. chant the syna-
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-01-23

Precious title Toodle-uns!" she crooned.
 The long drawn whistle of a
 locomotive came from the distance
 and the chauffeur was on the ground, opening the door of the car. Mrs Westmore put the dog
 down. on the scat and stepped out. You can't come!" she warned,
 shaking her head at the Pekingese.
 "Stay there, Toodles. Muvver'll
 be right back"
 She hurried toward the plat form before the station, the chauf- feur following 6 few steps in the
 rear. A dozen others were wait ing in scattered groups. Involun- tarily they moved aside as Mrs Westmore approached, for Mrs Westmore was the towns wealthi- est woman and now, since her husbands death, the owner of the silk mills. 4. ea.y
 The train was in sight now; 1t
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-01-23
Entries Close Friday
 For Skating Carnival
Perfect Weather Conditions indicated for Democrats Championship, Exhibition Events at Hamilton Park

surcd of an interesting afternoon at Hamilton Park Sunday. for not only will the local speed events provide excitement and intense competition galore, but there IS carded as well series of exhibit ions by members of the renowned Hartford Skating club. As these, froups do their stuff' on the ice, Waterburians will see in action several New England, long dis tance. dash and fancy skating title holders.
 Friday is the last day for en- tries into the Ice Skating Cham pionships, so skaters are urged to clip the blank in tonights Demo. crat and sent it in immediately so that they will have a chance at capturing one or more of the many beautiful prizes to be a. 1va rd ed
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-01-23

"What do you mean, Brian?"
 "I mean I've found out I'm not an artist and never could be! I've known 1t for months but I wouldn't admit 1t to myself. When your cable came, it was shock. There didn't seem to be any reason to come back then; 1t was too late. tried to go on the way had been. Tried to work harder. Then one morning about 10 days ago 1t came