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Evening star., 1935-04-29
POLICEMAN HURT
IN TRAFFIC CRASH
Five Other Persons Injured in
Accidents Here Over
Week End.

Park Policeman william E. Riley,
40, Of 42l3 Jenifer street. and f1ve
other persons were injured In traffic
accidents over the week end. Riley
was on duty on a motor cycle In the
Monument grounds about $50 last
evening when his motor cycle struck
the automobile of Frederick Settles.
colored, 933 N street. which was max
ing a left-hand turn. Riley, severely
shocked and his right foot and elbow
injured. was given treatment at Emer-
gency Hospital.
Unexplained releasing Of the brakes
of a parked automobile about 1880
last night resulted in severe injury to
Mollie Robinson. so, who was struck
by the drifting car while sitting In
front OF her home at los E street.
The car had been parked in front OF
ia E street by Chester Williams, jr,
of that address. The injured woman.
suffering from possible internal in
juries and an injury to her back, was
treated at Casualty Hospital.
Ernest B. Ferguson, 20, colored, 128
M street southwest, was arrested on a
charge of reckless driving after his
car had struck and injured Alfonso
Pannell. So, colored. 207 Virginia ave-
nue. southwest, at Third and D streets
southwest about 1890 pm. yesterday.
Pannell was treated at Providence
Hospital.
Silas Foster Casper. 81. Nokesville.
Va. was treated at Casualty Hospital
about 1880 this morning for painful
injuries to his head. He was injured
when his automobile struck q pole In
front of 1920 Alabama avenue south
east.
Lillian Pratt. 8. colored, $40 r street,
across the roadway at the
intersection Of Sixth and r streets
against red traffic signal about 1890
am. yesterday. was knocked down by
an automobile driven by Walter 8.
Jeffries, Is, colored. 10 G street, and
dangerously hurt. She was treated at
Children's Hospital for fractures Of
her skull and right arm.
Two other persons injured were
william Bell. 80, of 314 Maryland ave-
nue. northeast and Conley E. Galliher,
%. of 1914 Thirty fourth street. The
former was injured by an automobile
1t Sixth and G streets, while the lat
ter was injured in an accident at Fiji
teenth and G streets southeast.
Evening star., 1935-04-29

out Of town. agreed. As a result. the
case was taken of the trial calendar
last week.
Asks Report BE DELAYED.
Shortly after the postponement,
Cooper requested the Special Crime
Committee of the House to withhold
its report until an investigation can
be made to determine the reason for
previous delays in his cause
He also is understood to have re-
quested several Senators. whose names
were not revealed, to sponsor a reSo-
luton authorizing a similar inquiry
by the Senate Judiciary Committee
Cooper's plea TO the Crime Commit
tee. it was indicated. came too late,
because it has completed its investi-
CATION and its report is now being
printed.
Urged Speedy Trial.
Cooper. however, left with the COM
mittee letters. explaining he had
urged Garnett on several occasions to
proceed with his trial. One of these
. letters. written several months ago
showed that Cooper wrote Garneti
asking that the trial be disposed oi
as quickly as possible.
This case has been hanging over
me now for nearly a year." Cooper
said in that letter, "and it ought tc
be disposed Of in one way or another
as it is very damaging to me- I Ger.
tainly hope you can see your way clear
to join us in setting the case for trial
on March s."
Evening star., 1935-04-29
MIDWEST DUST CLOUDS
COME TO DULL D. c. SKY

A haze Of dust blown eastward from
Kansas and Oklahoma. dulled the sky
in the District, Virginia and Mary
land today.
The billowy clouds of dirt particles,
which follow the Potomac River to the
sea, are worse than they look" &C
cording to the Weather Bureau.
This morning the dust content OF the
air above Rock Greek Park was $50
particles per cubic centimeter. far
above average. but nowhere near the
figure reached in the storm of March.
Whether duststorms on the Western
plains will affect Washington depends
on the speed Of ths wind, the bureau
said.
Evening star., 1935-04-29
ADDITIONAL PETITIONS
ARE FILED AGAINST LONG
By the Associated Press:

BY the Associated Press.
Mrs. Hilda Phelps Hammond. chair
man of the Women's Committee Of
Louisiana. which seeks the custer
from the Senate of Senators Long and
Overton of Louisiana, filed today with
the Senate additional petitions asking
Senate investigation of charges of
fraud against the two Senators.
The petitions were from the Feder-
alton of Women's Clubs of Greater
Cleveland, the Sorosis Club of Cleve-
land and the League of Women Citi-
zens of Asheville, N. c.
The Women's Committee charge
that Overton was fraudulently elected
with the aid of Long.
Evening star., 1935-04-29
Will Speak in New York.

Jerome Frank, counsel for the Re-
construction Finance Corp; Justice
Ferdinand Pecora and Prof. Thomas
Reed Powell of Harvard Law School
are to be the speakers tomorrow night
at a banquet in New York for the
present editorial board and executors
of the Columbia Law Review and
members Of the Columbia law facul-
ty, 1t was announced today.
Evening star., 1935-04-29
MRS. ROOSEVE[T'S
MAIL ALTERS TONE.
Fewer Women Ask Her to
Aid JobS-M0re Talk
Individual Needs.
BY GRACE HENDRICK EUSTIS.

BY GkACE HENDklCk EUSIlS.
There has been a marked change in
the tenor of the mail she receives at
the White House, Mrs. Franklin D.
Roosevelt disclosed today in discussing
at her press conference the status OF
women in the unemployment problem.
In the first place, she said. she still
receives about the same number Of
letters-some 1000 a week-but there
has been a decrease in the number of
women asking for jobs an increase in
those wanting white-collar jobs and a
change In the trend of the mail to-
ward more specific individual prob
lens.
No Exact Categories.
"The mail does not fit into exact
categories any more" Mrs. Roosevelt
said. I'VE have many more individual
cases to consider-requests for assist
ance to help the writer's to do some
specific thing which they feel will
help them out of their situation-a
jump over what they consider the last
hurdle
Mrs. Roosevelt feels this is a marked
indication OF recovery. since it discloses
revival of ingenuity and courage.
She does something about each letter,
having them all investigated and sent
to the department where they can best
be taken care of.
Set-up to Include Women.
In connection with her discussion Of
unemployment, Mrs. Roosevelt said
she was sure women's interests and
the proportion Of women would be
carefully considered and kept in mind
in all the plans for use in the new
works relief set-up.
The Summer plans for the Roosevelt
family are still up in the air, accord
ing to Mrs. Roosevelt. The President
hopes to be able to get OF on cruise
and Mrs. Roosevelt would like to spend
some time in her cottage in Campo
bello. Franklin, jr., and John are
going to work part Of the time. Sistie
and Buzzie Dali will 60 straight from
here to Hyde Park.
Evening star., 1935-04-29
CATHOLIC GROUP MEETS
Ladies of Charity Hold Session in
st. Gabriel's Parish Hall.

Mrs. George O'Connor, president of
the Washington Chapter. Ladies of
Charity. officiated yesterday at meet
ing in st. Gabriels parish hall, which
marked the opening of a new year for
the group. Assisting Mrs. O'Connor
was Mrs. Gertrude E. Horrigan. presi-
dent of the Baltimore organization,
who came to Washington with 300
members Of her chapter. Reports of
last years activities we're filed
Addresses were given by Bishop
James H. Ryan. rector Of the Catholic
University: Rev. John OGrady, dean
of social work at the university; Right
Rev. Hugh ]. Monahan of Baltimore
and the Right Rev. Albert E. Smith of
Washington.
Resolutions were adopted condemn
ing the administrations attitude of
apathy and indifference" toward the
Mexican religious situation.
Evening star., 1935-04-29
REELECTED BY SOCIETY

Miss Bernice Bigelow, daughter Of
Mr.. and Mrs. Allan F. Bigelow, 2308
Ashmead place, has been reelected
treasurer of Komians, dramatic So
ciety of Pembroke College in Brown
University. it was learned today in q
dispatch from Providence, r. I.
Miss Bigelow Is completing a year
as treasurer. She also has served as
vice president of Miller Hall and as
member of the Junior Prom Com
mittee. Recently she was elected
editor in chief-of Brun Mael, the col
lege year book.
Evening star., 1935-04-29
PLANS SIAM LECTURE
Washington Biological Society to
Hear Hugh M. Smith.

Personal observations and records
made during IL years exploration of
the natural history Of Siam will be
described in a lecture on Siamese
zoology by Hugh M. Smith. to be given
before the Washington Biological So
ciety at the Cosmos Club Saturday at
7:30 pm. Slides and specimens will
be shown.
Maurice c. Hall of the Bureau of
Animal Industry will speak on THE
Application of Military Principles to
the Control of Animal Parasites"
Evening star., 1935-04-29
EDITOR TO SPEAK
Joy Elmer Morgan to Talk In
Night School Forum.

Joy Elmer Morgan, editor Of the
Journal of the National Education As
sociation, will deliver the concluding
address in . series Of public forums
for the District night schools at Nc
Kinley High School tonight at 8:45
O'Clock.
He will discuss "A New Deal tn Edu-
cation" After his formal address he
will be questioned by a panel and
members of the audience.
Evening star., 1935-04-29
Unemployment Rare.

Unemployment is rare and wages
comparatively high tn Patagonia.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-04-19
Personal
Colonial Danaes Exhibition Attracts State Wide Notice

More than 400 members of the Connecticut Society of the Colonial Danes of America. were present at the Morgan Memorial iu Hart. ford Tuesday for the tea and re- ception which formally opened the costume exhibition which the so- eiety is sponsoring there. The CT hibition, which was opened to the public Wednesday, has attracted widespread interest, and before it closes on May II, it is expected that thousands of visitors from ali over this state will have seen 1t.
 Presiding at the tea. Tuesday were Mrs James P. Andrews, If Hartford, national president of the Colonial Danes; Mrs Leonard M. Daggett of New Haven and Mrs Morgan c. Bulkeley of Ha rtfoi q. former state presidents of the So- ciety, and Mrs Samuel H. Fisher, of Litchfield and Hartford, wife of the chairman of the Connecticut Tercentenary commission.
 The receiving line included Ms Lucius B. Barbour of Hartford, president of the Connecticut Colo nial Danes; Mrs Andrews, national president; Mrs Charles H. Merri- man, national secretary. of ProW- dence, R. T.; Miss Eleanor Fer- guson, of Hartford, chairman of the costume exhibition; Mrs Charles A. Goodwin, Hartford, vice-chairman of the exhibition; Mrs Winchester Bennett of New Haven, vice-president of the sta.e
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-04-19
Solution in next issue.

story from his partner. he can cash his queen of clubs. Then when East plays the five spot, his story becomes a definite message shift to another suit.
 You can see that, if West now shifts to diamond, the contract is defeated, The foolhardy West player will cash his king and queen of clubs and then the jack, which the declarer will ruff. Now the contract can be made by cash ing the ace of hearts, leading a small spade, winning in dummy with the eight spot. ruffing heart aand entering the dummy again with another spade.
 Then ruff the last heart and take the diamond finesse and when East wins the trick with the queen, he is helpless. If he leads a heart, the declarer will discard his losing diamond and ruff in dummy.
 Watch the play of thoses deuces. They are just as important as aces at times.
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The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-04-19
EVENTS OF INTEREST

April 2O-Emanon Club Easter Frolic at Central Y. M. c. A.
 April 22-Intercollegiate Club Annual Charity Ball at Hamilton Park.
 April 23-Waterbury Catholic High Alumnae dance at Waverly Inn.
 April 23-2nd Battalian Head- quarters Go. Association. c. N. G., dance at Roxy's Night Club.
 April 25-Yolanda Club Annual Dance at Waverly Inn.
 April 26 Christian Society's play, Apple Blossom Time" at St. Johns parish house.
 April 28-Winona Rebekah and Townsend Guards Combination Drill at I. o. O. F. Hall.
 April 26-Clock Shop minstrel and dance at Buckingham hall.
 April 27-Collegians cabaret at Central Y ballroom.
 April 27-Post Lenten Dance by St John of the Cross Church at Middlebury Town Hall.
 April 20 Trinity Alumnae Bridge at Hotel Elton.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-04-19

society and Miss Julia Havemeycr, of Hartford, also vice.pregident.
 A number of prominent guests from out of the state attended, |, among whom were Mrs John Low ell of Chestnut Hill, Mass, honor. ary president of the Massac chu. setts Colonial Danes; Miss Bertha Vaughan, vice-president of Cam bridge, Mass; Mrs Edward C. Moore, Cambridge, treasurer of the Massachusetts society; Mrs Charles M. Thayer, of Worcester, historian of the society; Mrs De- lano Wight, of Brookline, Mass Mrs Walter s. Bail of Providence, R. l., president of the Rhode Island society: Mrs William Me- Kee, Bristol, R. l., and Miss Rose T. Briggs, assistant curator of the Plymouth Antiquarian society, of Indian Brook, Bornedale, Mass.
 The display, which contains articles sent to Hartford from many communities of the state, in- cludes more than 300 exhibits, the basis of which is a collection of dresses worn in Connecticut dur ing the last 200 years. Accessories to women's dress, children's ard babies clothing, old portraits; in- dividual examples of handicraft: antique dolls and their trousseauA: |: court trains, historical relics and an interesting collection of uni- forms dating from Colonial days to the Great War complete this fascinating exhibition.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-04-19
Weddings
Ladies' Aid WfIl
 GiUe Gard Parry

The Ladies' Aid society of St Paul's M. D. church will sponsor a card party on April SC at 2 o'clock at the church rooms. Plans for the event were made at q recent meeting of the group held at the home of Mrs Allen Upton of Oak street. The retiring presi- dent, Mrs John Moshier, was pre- sented with a Japanese garden plant, the presentation being made by Mrs w. V. Dickinson.
 A musical program was enjoyed and refreshments were served. The guests at the meeting were, Rev and Mrs William V. Dickenson, Mrs Estella Irion, Mrs John Moshier, Mrs Frank Meisinger, Mrs Robert Bulk, Mrs Emma Kippen, Mrs A. J. Smith, Mrs William Chick, Mrs David Wood, Mrs Archid Mason. Mrs Wilson Miller, Sr., Mrs J u. Lineburgh, Mrs Walter Hargrove, Mrs H. M. Sutherland, Miss Bar bara Weber, Miss Ruth Upton and Jeanne Cunnius of Englewood. N. J. The next meeting will be held on May 1st at the home of Mrs Wilson Miller. ST.
 Mrs Gerald c. Low of Water- town Is spending a few days in New York where she is a guest at the Hotel New Weston,
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-04-19
Daughter Of 1872
 Meet In Washington

Members of the National Society, United States Daughters of 1872, who will attend the 43rd annual Associate Council of the National society in Washington, D. C., from Sunday through Wednesday, in- clude: Mrs Henry w. Warren, of West Hartford, president of the state society; Mrs Bernard l.. Sut- ton of Suffield. treasurer; Miss Estella L. West of Washington Depot, corresponding secretary; Miss Mabel Lee Foote of Branford, historian; Mrs Ralph E. Gerth of West Hartford, genealogist; Mrs H. Pierson Hammond of West Hart ford, assistant registrar; Mrs Her. bert l.. Crandall of New London, councillor; Miss Sara Mead Webb of Stamford, recording secretary na- tional, Mrs William Pond Barber, Mrs William E. Buck, and Mrs M. Goode Wolfe of West Hartford, Mrs Alfred c. Wurts of Hartford and Mrs Benjamin B. Gardner of New London, Miss Patia Mae Gerth will serve as page to the president national; and Miss Ruth A. Gerth VIII pC page TUT SOHHOCllCuLs
 Eastern Sunday there wil be a memorial service at 2:3O in St Thomas Episcopal church for deceased members of the society. The chaplain national, Mrs Harper D. Sheppard of Hanover, Pa, will have charge of the service. That evening the Association of State Presidents and Charter Members will convene in the cabinet room of the Willard hotel at z. Supper will be served. Officers of this associa- tion to be elected are first and third vice-presidents, and treasurer. The pre-council meeting of the national board of the society will be held Monday morning at 9:3O. From 3 until that afternoon, there will be "open house" at the headquarters of the National Society. The asso- ciate council will open officially at 8 Monday morning. Tuesday even- ing at 7:30 the organization will have it's annual banquet. Tuesday and Wednesday will be devoted to business sessions.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-04-19

the year by the chairman of the various committees.
 The meeting is in charge of the social committee with Mrs George A. Baronian as chairman assisted by Mrs Herbert S. Smith, Mrs Clair L. Hollister, Mrs Frederick A. Calkins and Mrs Elwood M. Carley. Other club members who will as- sist include: Mrs Frank Squires, Mrs Richard Fisher, Mrs Inez Nelson, Mrs Louis Lougee, Mrs Gertrude Yates, Mrs Frank N. Hess, Mrs G. D. Hopkins.
 The meeting is the closing event of the club season according to the regular calendar but other affairs to be given by thee Tub will be handled by special committees.
 The student body of Albertus Magnus College, New Haven, en- tertained Sister M. Dolorita, the dean of the college, recently, on Sister Dolorita's feast day, with a program of shadow pictures of the Seven Dolors of the Blessed Virgin. Miss Jane Phelan of Wa. terbury directed the entertainment. Miss Eileen Lacey of New London was cast as the Virgin. Among the other students who took part in the presentation were: Misses An- gela Culotta, Waterbury; Eleanor Devlin, Boston; Irene Daly, Wa terbury, and Margaret Hunt and Helen Mclaughlin of New Haven. Miss Mary Harkin of New Haven, the president of the student body, presented Sister Dolorita with flowers and with the gift of the tsudents.
 Plans for a dance to be held in Hibernian hall Saturday night May have ben completed by the entertainment committee of Lord post, British War Vet erans. The Yankee Melodeers will furnish the music. Michael Aus tin Is chairman of the committee, assisted by Edwin A. Davies, George Brown, Donald Macdonald, Lucien Helie, Willinn Gardner and James Burton.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-04-19
SOCIAL ACTIVITIES
Many To Attend .LauruLton Dance

Numerous early reservations have already been made for the supper-dance which will be held at Seven Gables, Milford, Easter Monday, April 22, under the spon- sorship of the Lauralton Hall Alumnae. Miss Helen Reed O'Neil, Brooklyn, N. r., president of the alumnae, is general chairman, as- sisted by the officers and regents, and large committees of the alum nae.
 Among those who have already made reservations are prominent people, alumnae and their friends from Meriden, Bridgeport, New Haven, Hartford, South Manches- ter, Milford, Westport, Middle town, New York, Springfield, An sonia, Derby, Waterbury, Torring- ton, Naugatuck, Georgetown and Stratford.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-04-19

know how to execute the fine squeezes and coups, but they do not come up often enough"
 A good declarer is one who will take advantage of his opponents mistages, while strong opponent is one who recognizes the value of deuces as we'll as aces.
 The Play
 Today's hand is not exception ally hard. The natural opening against a four spade contract Is the king of clubs. East plays the deuce, and that tells a story to partner. t says, as loud as 1t can, I am not Interested in clubs. Will you shift to something else?
 However, if West is in doubt and wants to get more complete
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-04-19

Mrs Hugh l.. Thompson and Miss Caroline G. Thompson and Mrs Cril Roberts of Pine street are spending several days in At- lantic City where they are guests at Chalfonte-Haddo Hall. .
 Misses Mary and Margaret Heit- man, students at Marymount Col lege, are spending the Easter re- cess with their mother, Mrs Hen- ry ,Heitman of Arch street.
 Miss Margaret Wagner of Wal nut street is spending the Easter holidays in Brooklyn, N. Y. at the home of Peter McNamee, Jr.
 Mis- E.. Rita McCann, a student at the College of St. Elizabeth, is spending the Easter recess with her mother, Mrs Mary McCann of Walnut street. Robert Trenard of Meriden Road is spending the weekend in Bos- ton.
 MT duu NIS Na0SAO VI New York are weekend guests of MT and Mrs E. c. Guest of Far mington Avenue.
 Richard Davidson, a student at Union college is spending the Eas- ter recess with his parents, MT and Mrs Raymond Davidson of Oak vile.
 Miss Mary Delaney, who is a stu dent at the College of St Eliza beth, is spending several days with her parents, MT and Mrs Thomas Delaney of Plaza avenue.
 Mis- Marion Newton of Walnut street is spending the weekend In New York.
 MT and Mrs Joseph Ryan Of East Main street are spending sev- eral days in Newark, N. J.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-04-19
Club Activities

A delegation from Canton T. R. Martin will attend the degree work to be conducted Monday night at Stamford 1t was announced at the meeting held last night in odd Fellows hall. Cars will leave from in front of the club rooms at 7:15 o'clock Monday night. Plans for participation in the Civics' club celebration to be held in Bristol in June were also discussed.
 Plans for degree work to be com ducted May 2 were made last night at a meeting of Harmony lodge in Masonic temple. Worship full Master Frederick F. seidel pre- sided.
 Royal Deputy William Berrie of Torrington and his staff conducted the public installation of officers of Clan McAlpin last night in For esters' hall. A musical program followed the installation.
 New officers include: Chief, Thomas Turner; past chief, Will liam Lang; tanist, Adam Ritchie; recording secretary, John Brown; financial secretary, Thomas Allan; treasurer, A. Galbraith; chaplain, John Currie; senior henchman, William Gardner; junior hench- man, James Wilson; seneschal, Da- vid Gowan; warden, James Gard ner, and sentinel, Andrew Wyllys.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-04-19
Solution to Previous Contract Problem

Another interesting hand sub mitted to me by R. R. Richards. of Detroit, founder and first president of the American Bridge league. Richards was perhaps the most coiorful figure in the days of auc- ton and while i'll health has pre- vented him from playing much contract, when he does play he has always been able to give good ac- count of himself.
 Richards says, Matches are won on simple plays. Certainly every good card player should
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-04-19
Contract Bridge
PEoUor BRIDGE CLUB

PEQUOT BR1DGE CLUB
 High scorers in last evenings session of the Pequot club con- ducted by Mrs George Pierpont were: North and south, Joseph Sullivan and Vincent Kelly, 59; and runners-up Mrs Franklin o. Donnell and George Pierpont, 54 1-2; and east and west, Alfred Goldman and M. Levine, 56 1-2, and runners-up, William Hill and Mrs Anderson, 52 1-2. Sweepstakes were won by Joseph Sullivan and Vincent Kelly.
 STATE TEAM OF FOUR MATCH
 The following results have been announced for the first qualifying session of the State Team of Four tournament conducted by the Con- necticut Bridge League at the FL ton Contract Club: Rowley w. Phillips, Lawrence l.. Lewis, Frank 'Smyth, Jr. and George H. Allen, I'll 1-2 and Irving Malsch, James Colwell, Edward Stevens and John Luddy, 121 1-2.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-04-19
Personal
photo.

Misses Helena and Margaret Monroe of Baldwin street are spending a few days in New York.
 Joseph Feest of South Main street is spending several days in Worcester where he is the guest of relatives.
 Miss Georgiana Brodeur of East Clay street is spending the week. end in New York city.
 Martin Hanlon of Watertown avenue is spending a few days in Providence, R. I.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-04-19
Women's Club Annual
 Meeting 7uesdayAfenoon

The annual meeting of the Wa. terbury Women's club will be held on Tuesday afternoon. The main officers of the club will hold their positions for another term and new standing committees win be ap- pointed. Reports will be given for