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The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-03-19

class, regional, and social conflicts; and If, as some argue, it might end our Capitalism. who cares? For the first time 1t has become a cap italistic necessity to abolish unern- ployment and poverty and to pro- vide larger and larger incomes, and more and more leisure for all the people. The new capitalism will do all this. The old capitalism has failed to do it.
 The issue is not how we shall achieve this more abundant life for all, but whether we shall make the effort. President Roosevelt is for 1t. The opposition is against 1t. Fortunately for American business, the American people are at liberty to choose"
 There is danger today that some may be caught in the plans of school of architecture that failed to learn it's lesson. They demand decent living. but how it comes. matters not. They seek to recoup their fortunes, but where and how gives them little thought. We cannot allow these false prophets. and professional horn blowers with their strange and unchristian plans to influence us, or direct our thinking. The President has well defined plan, and his guarantee of our safety, and through his influ" ence, the safety of nation, rests, in understanding and applying the great principles of Social Justice.
 The recent decision of the United States Supreme Court in the Gold Bond cases. is but a preliminary to the production and distribution of wealth. Mark me well, I say distribution and not redistribution. Economically speaking the editor of the Waterbury Republican knows that the prefix (re) added to the word distribution when you bear in mind our monetary system gives 1t an entirely different mean ing, and puts 1t in the category of Share the Wealth Plan. I chal- lenge the Waterbury Republicans editorial of Friday morning to prove that the National Union for Social Justice has ever advocated. fostered, or approved in any man. ner or form, n redistribution of wealth. Never In any of it's broad casts has the National Union for Social Justice ever mentioned rec distribution. nor has it mentioned the namo of any promoter of any such plan. LiRking the two to-
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-03-19
SOCIAL JUSTICE NOT DEMAND ING REDISTRIBUTION OF
 WEALTH

Editor, Waterbury Democrat:
 A few weeks ago our nation cele- brated the birthday of Franklin Delano Roosevelt. The nation ac- claimed the President and his ad- ministration for their tremendous sacrifice and effort to restore prosperity to once prosperous nation. We feel that this overture came from hearts that were sincere and citizens that were loyal. There is no one can deny that the Roose- welt administration is one built on social justice despite the rawlings of General Johnson the big bass drum of Wall Street..
 Recent weeks have brought to light a movement to confine the activities of the National Union for Social Justice, offering as a patri- otic alibi, the danger to our con- stitution. It seems like a contra diction, for wherein is the danger when the first principle of our constitution is equality, and the guiding principle of our Presidents entire policy is the same equality.
 There is nothing to be feared in the presidential policy. It was con- fidence that elected him and it has not been misplaced. His every move rings of sincerity and with few exceptions, his policies have been fruitful. His is tremendous task - not merely leading a na- ton out of depression, but rebuild ing a nation upon new principles actuated by faith and social justice. This cannot be accomplished in two years nor can the memory or that old pile Of junk (the old struc- ture) be effected in so short a time.
 He is building upon a solid rock and he needs loyal artisans. There Is no room for those who stutter in their political beliefs, and l might add, dissatisfied editorial shysters who still cling to formulas which have long ceased to work, Let me quote you an article by Edward A. Filene. Boston merchant and lib- eral "On the facts. regardless of ancient formulas which because of changed conditions, have long censed to work. the New Deal brings us. all together. it ends
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-03-19
MERRY-GO-ROUND

Roosevelt is not the only one facing national defections. Lib- erty League directors are fret. ting under the command of Jou- ett Shouse, wondering if they could not spend $36,000 a year his salary-to better advantage In an office of the Public Health Service one day last week, a red pin was stuck into a chart at point higher than any other red pins, or blue pins, or green pins. The chart showed the range of scarlet fever cases in the United States. The red pin indicated there were nearly 5000 cases, a high not only for this year, but for blue-pin 1894 and green-pin, 1893 The president of the senate recently rapped his gavel and asked for order in the galleries. Commo- ton was caused by the wholesale exodus of visitors. They had come to hear Huey Long. Huey had spoken, and then were leav- ing. During a recent debate on the Senate floor, Bailey of North Carolina passed his time privately reading Every Man King. autobiography of Huey Long. Congressman Brew ster of Maine likes to drop in on the Senate for Q little rest after the turmoil of the House. On his last visit, he brought an apple and ate 1t, sitting on lounge on the Senate floor. 7. Having investigated anti-Amerl- can activities, the Mccormack committee is getting ready to spring q general sedition bill, under which anyone can be jailed for saying anything that can be construed as advocating
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-03-19

o. Where is the Grand Coulee Dam? What will it cost?
 A. On the Columbia River Washington. The cost of the pre- sent development, or Low Dam will be $63,O0O,O 900.
 o. What does sic mean when inserted after a question or pass age?
 A. It means thus, and is used to denote that an expression is ex- actly reproduced from the original.
 Q. On what date was Presiden- tial election day in 1884?
 A. Tuesday. Nov. 4.
 %. What form of government has the Union of South Africa?
 A. It is a self-governing Do- minion. co-equal with England in the British Commonwealth of Ma tions.
 Q. Can honey in the comb be manufactured?
 A. No.
 o. What was the population of Fort Worth. Texas, according to the 1880 census?
 A. 163,447.
 o. When did Charles XIV John succeed to the crowns of Sweden and Norway?
 A. February 5, 1918.
 c. Who built and financed the original subway in New York City :.
 A. It was built by John B. Mo- Donald. and financed by August Belmont and associates. The city agreed to pay s35000,00O for con structioH. and -$2,750,0O0 for ter
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-03-19
Heritage Of Democracy

The career of the late Professor Michael I. Pupin, who came to America as boy in search of democracy, is abundant proof that he found precisely what he was look ing for. Young Pupin was Hungarian peasant youth when he ventured across the sea- Democracy lured him-democ- racy, under which lad of the humblest birth would have ample opportunity to exercise the best talents that were in him. He seems to have come to the right place to find it.
 For he became, in democratic America, one of the worlds best-known scientists. His inventions in the fields of the x-ray, telephony, and radio were used all over the earth. Democracy gave him it's finest fruit - the chance to develop and use to the utmost the potentialities that .Provi- dence had given him. Fulfillment of a quest like his is one of the most priceless heritages of our country.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-03-19
Selected Poem
TODAYS SELECTED POEM frereateeee
 VELVET ESCUTCHEONS

VELVET (Eliot White in the New York Times.) Can these be pansies that the florist shows, Grown to this stature while mdwinter blows Wild trumpet round their greenhouse? To such
 span
 Of petals poppy might spread gorgeous fan, But not, thought. the shyer blooms Yet shields Of Heradry provide less sumptuous fields. Bright Azure, Purpure of imperial dye With Sable quartered, linn their blazonry, Where ochre. amethyst maroon and fawn Bring foils of color like a petalled dawn. And see. where through their central beauty pour The sunrise lusters of their tincture Or! Since ''ransies are for thoughts" these greater
 flowers ... Might be for poets, painters. richer powers, Their aspirations to bring loveliness To mans deep needs, with all its strength to bless And ah. such velvet grace and hues must be For thoughts of all great lovers tenderiy.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-03-19

Washington, Mar. 19-The in- ner administration council has become much alarmed over the fate of the MIRA in Congress.
 Before the senate finance committee began it's hearings, administration leaders were con- fident that by making some min- or concessions renewal of the act would be relatively easy.
 Assistant President Rich- berg, particularly, was convinced this was all that had to be done.
 After witnessing the outbursts of resentment and hostility that broke about his head in the com ittee and on the senate floor, however, democratic floor lead CTS rushed to the White House with warning that a real battle was on their, hands.
 Roosevelt was told that adop. ton of any MIRA legislation was doubtful.
 DEAD EAGLE
 This, of course, would mean death to the Blue Eagle. Failure to renew it's life by June 16 auto matically ends its existence.
 So to stem the rising tide of senatorial opposition, Senator Pat Harrison secretly proposed to the Progressive bloc that they draw up a compromise bill.
 'YOu strip the MIRA of what you don't want" he said, "I am pretty sure we can get together"
 What about an, anti-monop- oly provision?" was demanded.
 "Get together with Richberg," airly replpied Pat. "You can work that out with him."
 eve will work out nothing with Richberg," was the sharp rejoiner. "We don't care to have anything to do with him on this issue or any Other."
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-03-19

The Midway islands in the Pacific ocean are excited. To be sure there are only couple of dozen inhabitants on the two islands, which are just what the name sig nifed, midway between America and the Philippines. But when two dozen people are isolated month after month and sud- denly learn that trans-Pacifc airplanes may make their islands regular stopping point, we'll, that's cause for jubilation. All the inhabitants of the island do anyway is see that the Pacific cables are working properly. Actually the names of the two islands aren't Midway, but Sand and Eas- tern island. However the location has practically consigned the proper titles to the background The islands are 4,O0O miles from North America; 40OO miles from Asia; and 1000 miles from Homo lulu. To be on the route of regular air line, what change from the lonely dreary existence. It's almost a miracle to Mid way Island dwellers.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-03-19
A Pleasant Day

The reader usually does not look to Will Rogers for statistics, but he had some the other day which were interesting It was the day of the big horse race in California. According to, Will. not less than $S00,000 It is tidv sum of money to be used in
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-03-19
The Progressives are now waiting the administrators next move.

The Progressives are now waiting the administration next move.
 HELP IRELAND
 Philadelphia S rookie Repre- sentative Michael J. Stack hal 8 brilliant idea recently. So he sat down and wrotet Roosevelt the following letter:
 Dear Mir. Preseidcnt:
 'T am one of those strange creatures, 6 Democratic con- sresSman from Philadelphia. I ann also an Old-cOuntry Irish- man, and I think it would be a rare pleasure to be allowed to have some hand in picking the Minister to the Irish Free State. ].
 "I am always 100 per cent with yOu--When you are right.
 Faithfully yours,
 Michael J. Stack. F. D. R. declined Stacks of- fer of assistance, but he did in- vite him to "come up and see me some time."
 The Philadelphians having the reply framed so he can show. it to the members of the 46tl: Ward Democratic club. SENATE SPEECHES
 The official reporters of the Senate, who transcribe the de- bate for the Congressional Rec ord, have shorthand speed of 250 words minute. Average take is 180 words minute. Rhetorical Senator Ham Lew. Is of Illinois Is most difficult to follow. He speaks rapidly, with involved phrases.
 Others whose speed is over 200 words a minute, are Bone of Washington, Clark of Missou- ri, Barkley of Kentucky and Long of Louisiana.
 Long is difficult subject not
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-03-19

worded message in behalf of tn. utility holding corporation bill came at psychological moment
 The measure was in a bad way i'm tile House Interstate COm- Iicrce Committee where 1t Is under consideration.
 A combination of Old Guars Republicans and Democrats se- chetly were preparing to emas- culate the bill--if not actually shelve it. ;.
 Some of the group even were threatening to modify existing utility. legislation.
 Indiana's Tory Democratic Samuel B, Pettengill violently assailed provisions of the 15- year-old Federal Power Act, while New Jerseys Old Guard Republican Charles A. Wolver- tom demanded curtailment of the IVA.
 The situation had come to such a pass that Chairman Sam. Rayburn, sponsor of the bill. was fighting practically lone-handed in it's defenses.
 Into this ,line-up the presi- dents message burst like l. bOmbshell.
 Foes of the bill immediately were put on the defensive while it's advocates took advantage of the -break to jam through the Senate resolution offered by Senator Norris. It directed the Federal Trade Commission to investigate the hostile propagan- da drive.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-03-19

gether is a crafty scheme to dis credit and disarrange the National Union for Social Justice.
 May remind the editor of the Waterbury Republican that there is an interesting bit of history con- nected with the doctrine of "Laissez-Faire'. Signed.
 SncIal inntica.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-03-19

Better get after the natural water course of the state. The Health Depart ment reports man afflicted with typhoid fever simply because of an automobile ac- cident. When his car was struck the man was thrown from it and landed in a stream flowing alongside the road. When typhoid fever developed week or so after the crash medical authorities were pug zled. So were the State Health Depart ment officials until they got curious about the whole matter and investigated thoroughly. They found out about the mans immersion and discovered the stream was polluted. He evidently swal- lowed some water.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-03-19
Horosc scope

For persons who believe that hu- man destiny is guided by the plan- cts, the daily horoscope is out lined by a noted astrolOger. In addition to information of gen. cral interests. 1t outlines infOrma- ion of special interest to persons born OH designated dates.
 MARCH 20
 There is no coordination in- dicated today. You may find yourself working at cross purposes. Avoid trouble with business or marriage partner. Try to be pa. tient and await better day for action.
 Birthdatc You should be interested In astrology or zoology. Your hobby should be that of collecting" The most favorable period indi- cated for you during this year is from Oct. 31 through Nov. 10. You may be inclined to make some change this month.
 Danger Oct. 26-29, 1885.
 Socially favorable June 6-s, 1895.
 Write letters eand do any cler- ical work on April 2. 8 and 8. 1895.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-03-19

minals, station sites and other pur- poses.
 Q. When was the University of Notre Dame founded?
 A. 1842.
 c. What is a pancake in aero nautics?
 A. It means, ito level off an airplane at greater altitude than normal in a landing, thus causing 1t to stall, and to descend on steeply inclined path with the wings at very wide angle of at- tack without appreciable bank.
 0. Is Princeton University CO., educational??
 A. It Is for men only.
 Q. Who is the American Consul at Berne, Switzerland
 A. David B. Macgowan.
 If you want copy of our but letin FLOWER GARDENS. writ, to Washington Bureau, cnclGsii < five cents in postage stamps.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-03-19


 test questions? Turn tO last
 page for the answers.
 1. What Spanish seaport town is famous for the repulse in 1909, of the French under Marshal Soult, by Sir John Moore?
 2. Which are the two classes of sins recognized in Roman Cath olic theology?
 8. In machinery, what is the name for the surfaces of contact of stationery elements which sup port, guide, and restrain the moving clements which are transmitting motion and power?
 1. What is an emetic?
 5. What is the derivation of "hooch" as a name for alcoholic liquors?
 6. What is the unit of currency in Hawaii?
 2. Where did the--dance called the cotillon originate?
 8. In which Canadian province is Lake Louise?
 g. Which state is nicknamed "bear state?"
 10. What is polyandry?
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-03-19

Postmaster General Farley did, pretty
 slick job on those complaining philatel- ists. He sold them $50O,OOO worth of inn perforate, ungummed stamps on the first day of such sales in Washington. They'll probably take about $2,O00,0OO worth be- cause MT Farley gave couple of similar sheets to collector friends. Better do it frequently, Jim. The Postoffice Depart ment will make money for Uncle Sam yet.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-03-19
Daily Washington Merry Go Round
-.--BY DREW PEARsON and ROBEIsr 5. ALLEN

Alarmed Ove MIRA Fat Offers It.
  Cuse Contnug Blue Mae Hold Ba
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-03-19

First we had overproduction of conl- modities and now we have overproduction of politics. Sooner or later the consumers will strike against that, too
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-03-19
ToDAY,s CoMMoN ERRoR

Never say, ''They were unde- cided as to whom the honor should belOng'; say "as to who should receive the honOr''
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-03-19

The recent situation in Congress is apt ly called "log jam." That's what comes of making too much preparation for big log-rolling party.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-03-19

o. What Is Jeanette McDon. aids name in private life?
 A. Mrs Robert Ritchie.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-03-19
Your Questions Answered

You ean get un answer e any ansgeRnble Quesflen of enee or ln- formation by writing eo Frederick h1. werby. 0uestlon Editor, The Waterbury Democrat, Wnnhlmgt0u Bureau. l013 ThiFteenth Street. Washington, D. C.. enclosing THREE cents ln coin or postago atamUs s0r reply. Do not use postal cards. hledical and tegal extended geseureh Dc made. AIl other questions will receive a personal reply. 1setterB without mmmse OF addresb cannot he an- syvered. All letters are eOnndem- tial. You are cordially invited to mnlke stse O9 this free service as often as you plense.
 THE EDITOR. o. Does the government still issue $2 bills?
 A. Yes.
 Q. Should the accompanist enter and leave the stage before a woman soloist?
 A. Regardless of sex, the ac- enters and leaves first. O. What Is Jeanette McDon- aids name in private life?
 A. Mrs Robert Ritchie.
 Q. What is General Pershing's rank as a retired officer?
 A. He was retired by special act of Congress as a full General.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-03-19
Daily Almanac

Sun rises 5:59 a. n.; sets 6:O2 D. m. An vehicles must be lighted thirty min utes after sunset.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-03-19
IN TO-DAY'S MAIL

This facts or opinions :om its readers Anonymous the writer's and address not be acceped.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-03-19
Test our
 Knowledge

Can you answer seven of these test questions? Turn tO last page for the answers.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-03-19

Readers desiring additional fine formation regarding their hor0- scopes are invited to communi- cate with Octayine in care of this newspaper, Enclose 3-cent stamped seIf-addressed envelope the overthrow of the govern ment. 4 racial distinction ton is made by the Bureau of Census in taking the 1885 census of agriculture. Mexicans and Hindus are classed as whites, while Chinese, Japanese and Inc dians are chased with Negroes as colored.
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o. Does the government still issue $2 bills?
 A. Yes.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-03-19

only because of speed, but be- cause of unusual hill-billv phrases he throws in, such as There's something dead up tn, creek"
 Two of the biggest men in the Senate are the most soft-spoliea Walsh of Massachusetts ana Shipstead of Minnesota. Report CTS are obliged to leave the front desk and sit close to ther1 in order to hear.
 Senators King of Utah and Johnson of California are con- spicuous for use of pol!ysylla- bles. Johnson once delivered himself for a record breaker: ~ "Mr. President, during the last year, beloved from the hustings, tintlnnabulated over the radio, ululatcd from a scrvile press, there has come to us the ObjurgatiOn of n rccalcitranf minority" ',
The Kennewick courier-reporter. [volume] (Kennewick, Wash.) 1914-1938, 1935-06-27

be eighteen. vulnerable spots In the
New Deal program. ~.
Here In Washington observers are
watching closely to discover how
the President intends to offset the
Republican criticism. If and when
he fights back, 1t is believed his
general tactical plan for 1886 viii
be disclosed. Republicans also are
watching. There are to be more Of
these So-called Grass Roots" con-
ferences and II by any chance the
President tips his hand before these
other meetings are held, insiders
are prepared to take full advantage
of the disclosures.
"While details with reference to
the new Federal Works Program
are not yet available, there are some
matters upon which there is a good
deal of misinformation which need
to be clarified at once" says w.
w. Dillon, district administrator for
the State Department of Public
Welfare, in a special dispatch to
the Courier-Reporter.
Some people who are on relief
have gained the impression that if
they accept temporary jobs, they
will not be eligible for employment
in the Federal Work Program. This
is not true. An executive order from
the President, bearing date of June
5, states among other things, the
following: That persons shall be
eligible for employment on federal
projects who in May 1895 or since
have received public relief and who
are properly registered with the
United States Employment Service.
Also that persons who once become
eligible for employment on such
projects shall not be disqualified by
temporary employment on other
public works or in private industry.
"In other words, any person who
has been receiving relief as recent
ly as last May or since and is prop
erly registered, no matter whether
he has since accepted temporary
employment or not, is eligible for
employment in the new program.
Please note that it Is necessary
for persons to be registered with the
United States Employment Service
in order to be eligible for jobs.
Every employable person on relief
rolls, therefore, should make sure
that his name is on the active list at
the MRS office. Otherwise he might
find himself eligible neither for
work nor relief"