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The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-08-26
Albert N. Colgrove

It must have been a shock to the many friends of Albert N. Colgrove to learn of his death. News of his protracted illness had not spread through all the circles in which the former postmaster and veteran newspaperman was acquainted. Many ot us knew that he was in poor health, but it's a failing of mankind that he waits usually too long to make that last visit or have that final chat with the friends ot the profession.
 Al ColgroVe, as he was more widely known, wasn't a native son, but he was one of the few who have come into our midst from other towns and speedily be- came a popular and respected resident. Perhaps that was his newspaper training before he came down here to take over the duties of city editor on the old Waterbury American. He was what is known as thorough newspaperman overlooking little In the course of day so that his columns might be filled.
 When James Geddes succeeded to the office of high sheriff of New Haven county Mr. Colgrove became postmaster of the city and held that office all during the boom days and until shortly after the ad- rinistration of President Franklin D. Roosevelt began. He was republican, although we never knew him to force his political beliefs upon anybody. He had the ability to accomplish much while re- maining in the background. He was never one to proclaim himself or his writings which were many in his days here in the city, from the house tops. He trained some good newspapermen in his day. The Fourth Estate will miss him, so will the city at large.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-08-26
A New York Motorists Plight

We were interested in reading letter in the New York Sun last week in which motorist pointed out how the state and federal governments had conspired to de- prive him of the use of his car and thus deprive themselves of considerable money in taxes. His plight is the same as many other motorists in the country, he main- tains. The story is interesting because it is along the lines of the story that we have been repeating for the benefit of Connecti- cut motorists. The moral is that govern rnent should not kill the motor goose that lays the golden tax dollars.
 The main point that the writer to the Sun brought out was that he could not pay the $21.50 registration fee for his car this year and hence had to put it in dead storage. He claimed that by doing this the state lost it's tax, oil and gasoline con- panies lost business, while his garage bill was considerably lowered. And that is per- fectly true It's typical case, particular ly in those states where the average amount of taxes paid by the motorist has steadily gone up in recent years.
 Connecticut finally recognized the fact this year that its motor fees were exor- bitant. We should say Connecticut acted this year The exorbitant fees were recog- nized some years ago, but nothing was done legislatively until this year. We re- duced registration costs, but unfortunately we raised the gas taxes one cent This will practically compensate for the loss of rev. enue by lowered registration. In short we took it off one shoulder and put it on the other. The problem is still unsolved because revenue from motor vehicles must not be decreased so long as government expenses are increased. Economy in gov ernment would make many reductions in taxes possible, but how often do we get them.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-08-26
Tax Justice

The executive council of the Federation of Labor makes strong plea for abolish ing all state sales taxes as soon as possible. President William Green, supporting such action, says truly: "There taxes are bear- ing down hevaily upon the laboring peo- ple. They transfer the burden of relief to the poor even to the unemployed. Mill lions of dollars are being collected from people who are unable to pay"
 It should be apparent to thinking people, and admitted by fair-minded people, that a sales tax is by nature the unfairest ot all formes of taxation, because it takes larger part of the poor family's income than the rich family's. The evil grows as state after state resorts to this seemingly easy method of raising cash for current expenses
 If sales taxes go however, it will mean heavier income taxes - real estate already has all it can bear. And in switching taxes from sales to income, there is another inl- portant bit of justice and wise policy to be taken care of, which Congress has evaded. The high brackets naturally should pay more, but the lower brackets should be extended to take in many people now exempt, all paying little. As mat ters stand, the middle classes bear the heaviest tax burden.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-08-26
ReSettIenent Trends Pioneers Of This Era Are Not Hardy Type Who Opened Up Unknown Regions
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NEW LONDON DAY

publicity bureau Is functioning perfectly, particularly when the manager of the corporation is able to so far outnumber the deserters with news of prospective new re- cruits.
 The serious and sobering fact about all of the rehabilitation ef- forts ill Alaska is that some of the people seem to become discour- aged so easily, despite the govern ments generosity. Unlike any other pioneering effort ever at- tempted in this country, in that 1t Is being financed entirely by the government and does not involve so much of an element of risk as other migrations, it is, after all, a rash experiment, Many of the per- sons familiar for years with the Matanuska valley see great diffi- culties ahead in permanent col- onization, chiefly because of the deep frost encountered there. But the government, in this case, is taking practically all the risks, for the people recruited for the colony had little or nothing when they were transported there and would be no worse off in the end if they had to depart for their old homes. They hay ethe assurance of the government that doctors, homes, schools, house furnishings, farm implements, etc., will all be furnished to them. Though they incur a debt for these articles the government will have no chance whatever of collecting the amount due if the colony fails. It is, in many respects, the most luxurious colonization project ever launch- ed; if some of the colonists give up in disgust and go home it is chief ly because they expected benevo- lent government to furnish more than it has thus far.
 It may be trite to suggest such a thing, yet 1t is probably true that more of the colonists would have "stuck it out" if they had been Ion their own. Note the fact that many of them complained that the government would not be able to provide enough homes for the people by snowfall; the early pi- oneers of this country had to buld their own homes, or go without. But they were of sturdy, indepen- dent and self-reliant stock. They did not cringe at hardships or lean weakly back upon the government to provide them with the comforts of life. In this instance the gov- ernment was eager to provide these material things and the col onists, in some instances, not little critical of their efforts.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-08-26
"Toledo Plan" Works

The much talked-of "Toledo plan" for averting industrial strife seems to have met and passed it's first test with flying colors. The industrial peace board set up under the suggestion of Edward F. Me- Grady, assistant secretary of labor, has settled a pastry-shop strike and brought 100 strikers back to work.
 Under this plan, board is set up com posed of equal numbers of representatives of employers and unions. It is designed to provide ways and means of continuing negotiations, mediation or arbitration af- ter conferences in any given shop have reached deadlock
 Strikes and lockouts, bombs and bull lets, are not the way to settle disputes in civilized communities" says MT. McGrady. "If men and arrangements are fair, there should be no trouble which cannot be set tied across the conference table" The way in which this new experiment in labor relations works out in daily practice will be very much worth watching.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-08-26
Ironing Out Difficulties

Thomas S. Smith of Hartford seems assured today of his status as Internal Revenue Collector for Connecticut. With Senator Augustine Lonergan failing to in- terpose any objection to the appointment of the Hartford man the way was made clear for Senate confirmation of President Roosevelt's appointment. As we said last week it did not seem likely that the Presi- dent would have sent in this appointment with congressional adjournment in the inn mediate offing if he did not feel that it would go through.
 Of course no one knows whether or not this appointment breaEs the deadlock that has existed in federal patronage for the state, but all democrats hope that it has. With the talk now centered on the next presidential election, even though it's over a year away, there should be no embar- rassing situations such as patronage in this state has created. We are glad to see that the powers that be realize this and are making efforts to clear up all inn Dasses.
 This should result in speedy action on all other patronage matters. As to the m1ernal revenue offices in the state, that probably will depend on MT. Smiths atti- tude. They are manned now by appoin-
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-08-26

Rerouting of the Waterbury-N -Naugatuck trolleys so that cars going in both direc- tions must pass over lower Grand street has certainly proved this end of the thor oughfare is not sufficiently wide to handle the volume of traffic passing over it. It is one of the most important of the cross street arteries in the city. Over it pass not merely the customary procession of business and pleasure cars but the big busses and trolleys. If it is not physical ly possible to widen this street as has been suggested on more than one occasion, then certainly the trolleys should be eliminated. Again this seems impossible, for South Main is also narrow Even substitution of busses would not solve the problem. Only a combination of events can do this.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-08-26

The newly painted fire hydrants around town are vast improvement on the old black ones It's now possible to see the hydrants at distance. Before you had to know their location in order to avoid falling over them on a dark and stormy evening. We always wondered why such sombre colors were chosen for the hy- drants while the fire alarm boxes gleamed forth in vivid red shades. There certainly can't be any excess from erring motorists now about parking near hydrants. If they don't see them now then they are good cases for the eye doctor.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-08-26
No More Grisettes

No More Grisettes
 "But since the war, the Bullier, like many other relics of the gol- den age of romantic Nineteenth Century Paris, has fallen on evil days. There aren't any more grisettes'--those reputedly fresh and unmercenary and loyal little working girls whose idea of enter tainment was to talk about art for hours at time with a penniless painter. And the 'rapins'-French slang for daubers on canvas---now apparently go to the movies nights instead of dancing the polka.
 Politics killed the Bullier. For the last ten years or so it has been used as a public hall for political rallies. The howls, the tears, the air-sawing of pop-eyed commun- ists and royalists have made night horrid for blocks around. The blaring of the Internationale,' the Marsellaise,' and other mob-stir- ring ditties have supplanted the merry pipings of the typical Paris accordion.
 ''Now, what with taxes, upkeep, and the wear and tear of. political excitement, the owners have de- cided 1t would be cheaper to knock down the Bullier and put up nice block of apartments in- stead"
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-08-26

One week to Labor Day And it seems only few days ago that we were prepar- ing for Memorial Day. Still that was only three months ago. It's funny how we lose sight of the fact that Connecticut sum- mer is rarely longer than three months, if we get three full months out of it. The approach and departure of this season stretch it out, but actual summer is usually centered in the period that schools are on vacation. And yet often the most beauti- full time of the year occurs in spring or autumn.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-08-26

As fast as colonists leave the Matanuska colony in Alaska-and a number continue to pack up and depart-more farmers from var ious western states express their eagerness to take their places, according to government officials. Moreover, plans are now under consideration to found second re- settlement colony in Alaska, this time on the kenai peninsula. The government in giving this proposal study and may decide to send 2,000 American families to the area, which lies between Anchorage and Seward. Don L. Irwin, who is man. ager of the Alaska Rural Reha- bilitation Corp, which. in turn is in charge of the Matanuska effort, says he has received $50 applica- tions for a chance to replace the deserting colonists. One group which recently left Matanuska, defiant despite the governments s promise to remedy a lot of their complaints as soon as possible, tell of their departure amid the jeers of the remaining throng.
 Add to these facts the news that many of the Matanuska settlement folk will have radios, new kitchen ranges, new overstuffed living room furniture, breakfast sets, Ak minister rugs, heating stoves, pi- amos, etc., in their new homes, and you can get faint idea that the government is going to make up for any early deficiencies in caring for these people. Present indica- tions are that more than 100 of the new homes will be ready for occupancy before snowfall. At present the people are living either in tents or in rude shelters of temporary nature. Meanwhile the
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-08-26
In 'To-day's Mail
 Anonymous letters will not be accepted unless accom-. panied with writer's name.
SUNDAY REPUBLICAN, CAR. TOON HARDLY FEATHERS
 THE INSURGENT GROUPS

Waterbury, Conn.,,
 August, 26, 1895. Editor, Waterbury Democrat:
 Looking at the cartoon printed in the Waterbury Republican on Sunday I noticed that various or ganizations were pictured as in- sects drawn by would-be artist "Mort". These small insects or hornets were titled Independent Liquor Dealers" Independent Democrats" United Republican Party" and last but not least "Old John Taxpayer. I am referring to this because I do not think it should make g. very favorable im- pression on those organizations or the taxpayers of the city. They will no doubt resent the idea of being referred to as insects and have an idea that if the publisher had given the brilliant picture a second thought he would not have published it.
 Sincerely yours,
 J. V. WALKER.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-08-26

tees who came in under the Dr. Dolan regime Whether the new appointee will see eye to eye with all such appointments, of course, can't be reliably predicted right now Naturally some changes can be ex- pected, but whether they will be the sweep ing type or merely here and there is hard to say. This much is certain, the Smith appointment is bound to end num- Der of situations that boded no good for the future success of the party.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-08-26
Selected Poem
UPLAND ACRES


(Leona Ames Hill in the New York Sun) Seas that grassland, continents of corn, Islands of clover drenched with tides of dew And coasts of warm grain made the world
 knew,
 But now in the sparse. uplands call home The drowsy, golden place where I born Maple and beech let fall their colored leaves. Swallows forsake the windy, slanting caves Of ancient barns and hurry south. The loam And lushness of the prairie dream Almost forgotten. I am now part
 Of twisted apple tree, sky, narrow stream, Rocky and swift. Such peace fills my heart Is born in the blood bred in the stubborn bones Of who till old hillsides, harsh with stones.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-08-26
Current Comments

The one-man heresy of the :. |. President cannot destroy the Dem- ocratic party. It will live always under some name.
 -Ex-Senator James A. Reed,
 Missour.
 Why, I preached to 60.q0o per- sons in one day at the San Diego Worlds Fair last week. The nudist show there had no crowds like that.
 Aimee semple McPherson.
 .
 Since man is the object of woni- ans affections, why shouldn't he take thorough care of his appear ance?
 --Gail, Now York beauty spec
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The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-08-26
PressConnrnent|
THE SUMMER THEATER (New Britain Herald)

The summer theater is ensconced in Connecticut pretty strongly and though it relies for patronage upon city folk it continues fairly success full. Proximity to New York and the fact that Connecticut's shore towns are popular summering places for New Workers and for commuters has enabled a species of legitimate stage to thrive in the woods, so to speak. New productions being mix ed with established successes, it would appear that the tastes of conservatives and the mentally more adventurous are fully satis- fled. The fact that some large-scale successes along Broadway in the winter had their tryouts in the country town summer theaters would indicate that the imitators of the Provincetown theaters have functloned we'll as the places where talent may find an opening when the big item Is too conservative to yield an opportunity.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-08-26

a witness in case of dispute. Tn the case of Secretary Wallace, his able secretary, Paul Apple by, does the listening. <. o. o. N., Spokane, Wash. Quite unlike the Presidents Labor Re- lations Board is Hopkins,s La- Dor Board. which Is merely ad- visory. GA stenographer in the latter office one day asked how to spell compel" She said che could spell advise" backward, however.) :. o. L., Cafms bridge, NEass.-The relationship of Assistant Secretary of War Harry Woodring to Senator Marcus Coolidge is that of son. in-law. Woodring's son is named Marcus Coolidge Woodring after his grandfather. c. N. l., Evanston, Ill.-Only advertiser to take space in Huey Long's m onth1y newspaper, '"rhe American Progress, is the pub fisher of his book, Every Man A King"
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The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-08-26
In New York
BY PAUL HARRISON

New York, Aug. 26-Two com munications reeking with nostalgia have, by coincidenece and the postman, reached this depart ment's desk in a dead heat.
 One is from a man in Califor- mia whose job is writing for the movies, but whose heart never has stirred from Broadway. T read" he says, that the Rialto, New York and Criterion theaters are gone, and I have been trying to imagine how Broadway looks with out them. And what manner of modern Hollywooden atrocities will replace them. My grief is grand old Hippodrome, thanks to Billy Rose, once again will house spectacle.
 "Before it's too late, why don't you write some columns about the remaining old theaters? Or about theater alleys, than which no more glamorous and memory-lad- en places exist? The Ziegfeld house is just a movie now, isn't 1t? (Yes.) But think of the Helen Morgans, Ruth Fittings, Bert Wheelers, Durantes and Richmans who walked through that dark areaway to fame.
 And the Palace, once the na- tional capitol of vaudeville, still must have its alley on Forty-sev- enth street. And 1t still must be glowing with memories of people who passed there-the Marxes, Ed die Cantor, Nora Bayes, vallee, Whiteman, Lopez, a hundred oth- CTS. If you go far enough back, even Sarah Bernhardt."
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-08-26
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 O. Is the correct title for the son who bears the same name as his father Junior or "second?" A. Junior is the proper title, and nephew or cousin of man having the same name is called "second." E 0. What duties are prescribed by the Constitution for the vices president of the United States?
 A. His only duty Is to act as president of the senate and preside over it's sessions.
 c. Name the governor of Hawaii.
 A. Joseph B. Poindexter.
 c. When did the reign of the Czars end in Russia?
 A. The Imperial Government was overthrown March 12, 1917, and the Czar abdicated March 15.
 c. When was Tammany Hall organized?
 A. The Society of St. 1ammany or the Columbian Order was founded in New York city and was organized and functioning in 17s3 or earlier. It was incorporated iy 17S9 as a Benevolent, patriotic, and social body.
 c. Did George Washington take the same oath of office tha. Franklin Roosevelt took as presl. dent? . A. The oath of George Wash. ington was: "1 do solemly swea that will support the Constitution of the United States" The oath now used is: do solemnly swear
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-08-26
Horoscope
(BY oCTAVINEl

For persons who believe that human destiny is guided by the planets, the daily horoscope is outlined by Q noted astrologer. In addition to information of general interest, it outlines fin. formation of special interest to persons born on the designated dates.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-08-26
Landmark Bone

Landmark Bone
 The other item comes from your Paris correspondent, Morris Gil- bert, whose wall is a warning that American travellers, hungry for the sight of Paris that is fast van ishing, must cross the lyrical Bal Bullier off their list. MT. Gilbert.
 "The wreckers are at work where Mimi Pinson used to dance the cancan with her beloved Bo- hemian pals Rudolph and Marcel. Memories of the Latin Quarter, for artists now gray-haired, will only be memories as far as the Bal Bullier is concerned.
 "Since the middle of the last century 1t stood on the corner of the grand old Boul Mich and the Boulevard Montparnasse. From inside, on warm summer nights, the sound of accordions would trickle jerkily, pumping the too fast French wa1tzes, the too-fast French one-steps. The sound could be heard from the terrace of the Closerie des Lilas across the street, haunt of painters and models. since Claude Monet was a pup.
 "Once the Bal Bullier was the fast beating heart of the Latin Quarter. George du Maurier de- scribed 1t in 'Trilby.' So did Mur- ger, in his immortal Scenes de la Vie de Behome.' So did Somerset Vaughan in Of Human Bon- dage.'
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-08-26

Cor affirm) that will faithfully execute the office of president of the United States. and will, to the best of my ability, preserve, pro- tect, and defend the Constitution of the United States" Tn place of "protect," President Taft used the word maintain"
 c. What is the birth stone for May, and what is 1t supposed to signify?
 A. The emerald which is sup posed to betoken happiness.
 c. What is the direction of the Panama Canal, and why was 1t not constructed as sea-level canal?
 A. The line of the Canal Is northwest and southeast and the Pacific end is 27 miles east of the Atlantic end. The reason for not constructing the whole Canal at sea-level was that 1t would have cost more and taken longer to build.
 Q. How many Roman Catholics, Orthodox Catholics and Protest ants are there in the world?
 A. The best estimates are: Ro. man Catholics, s31,bo0,000; ortho. dox Catholics, 144,000,000 and Protestants, 206,900, 900.
 c. What are the colors of Go. lumbia University in New York.
 A. Light blue and white.
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The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-08-26
Oaily Almanac

Moon rises 3:4S a. m. (daylght time). sun rises 6:11 a. m; sets 7:36 b. m. (daylight time).
 An vehicles must be lighted thirty min utes after sunset
 High tide at New Haven Tuesday. Aug ust 27, 1l:22 a.. m: low tide, 5:42 D. m. (daylight time),