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The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-03-12
Everyone Turns Out

Indications are that the parade to be held in this city Sunday afternoon under the auspices of the 1rish-American Social Club and dedicated to St. Patrick, will be even bigger and better than that of one year ago. It shows fine spirit in this highly civilized age that men and women in every walk of life will form a procession of this nature. Too many peo- pie overlook the significance of the oc- casion. We wonder how many really sense the underlying significance.
 This is no demonstration of national strength for political purposes; this is no gathering of hilarious groups in the spirit of fun It is testimonial to race that traces it's ancestry down through the ages; it is a fitting tribute to great national figure, for that is what St. Patrick is to the Irish, not merely great saint, but symbol. Men of all creeds and races will join with those of Irish blood Sunday. They will be proud to lend their efforts to make it a complete success
 Would that we had the courage and initiative to display our feelings on many other occasions during the year. It is very fitting that such display be public. Why keep it to yourselves. Waterbury has witnessed some marvellous process sions of recent years. We are glad to note that the spirit has not yet died down. Those who are not in the parade on Sunday afternoon should line every inch of the route to cheer the marchers.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-03-12

And while we are down on South Main street we might say word or two about the proposed change in the layout of Washington avenue. Making it come exactly opposite the foot of Washington street should be another big help in re- storing order to traffic at this particular point There never should have been the sudden turns in Washington avenue that characterize the South Main street end of it. We are glad that the street will be strengthened out, expensive as this project will be. It necessitates cutting through Waterbury Buckle company property; we presume it also means relocating the constructing a new one.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-03-12
Selected Poem
CHESS WARRIOR.

IS. Shae Alter in the New York Times) He sits alone, the master of the field Unruifled by the yawning lapse of time. For him the lasting scars of battle wield mighty sword that fortifies his prime, For he has known the direst plight of kings Behind their tumbling castle walls; the siege Of queens by calculating knights; the rings Of cannon shot: the grief of lost prestige Resplendent legions silenced at his move; Vast empires crumbled heath his steady course. As monarchs fled, and monarchs pressed to prove The power of a cold strategic force. He sits alone and essays to compute, To ponder weigh and measure to the last. Nor does he aim q coup. a mass pursuit. spirited attack, or sudden blast But contemplates. with an expected yawn. The obvious barter of useless pawn.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-03-12

Accident patients in Connecticut hos pitals are expensive, according to con- census of official opinion. AS a conse- quence you'll find the heads of most of the hospitals in this state favoring com pulsory automobile insurance. It gen. orally means that the hospital will be- recompensed for care O. an accident vic- tim. Now, as the case lands, there are too many instances where accident cases remain unpaid. The person who is hurt often fails to pay; perhaps he or she is unable to do so. More often, though, the person thinks that the one respon- sible for the injuries should assume the responsibility for all bills. If liability in- surance were carried by all drivers there would be no trouble in the hospital col lecting it's bill. We wonder if this might not have an effect on the cost of such insurance, just as damage awards seem to have lacked up our auto insurance rates already
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-03-12

tional eye the most beautiful things to be found anywhere on this great hemisphere ...." Kentucy's AIben BarkIey rose.
 T will admit" hastily added Reynolds, "that our sister state of Kentucky likewise is possessed of a great natural beauty in the form of Mammoth Gave ..." New York's Bob Wagner rose.
 And the state of New York;" again added Reynolds, "also pre- sents some of the most interest," ing historic places of this entire continent ."
 Senator O'MahOney of WyO- ming rose.
 Yes, and I will agree" said Reynolds, catching the deter mined eye of O'Mahoney, that Wyoming too can boast of the largest national park in Amer lea and some of the most beau- tiful scenery to be found any, where
 At this point peppefy Carter Glass of Virginia interrupted:
 T want to extend a cordial invitation to the senator from North Carolina and others to forget their provincialism and visit my state. Virginia Is the greatest state on earth"
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-03-12
A Book a Day
How ldealists Fare in Time of Revolt
 BY BRUCE CAPTION

If you have ever wondered what happens to sincere and idealistic liberal when bloody revolution breaks loose, you might. profitably considr the case of that noble Frenchman, the Marquis de Lafay- cite.
 Lafayette's case indicates that the sincere and idealistic liberal has but one function, at such 8 time, viz: to get t in the neck from both sides. If the terrorists don't cut off his head, the tories are apt to hang him; and both groups will call him all the names they know.
 A good exposition of this is found in Lafayette" an interesting new biography by Andreas Datzko.
 It shows how Lafayette, wealthy young aristocrat, fed on liberal ideas as 8 youth and dashed madly to America as one of the most disinter- csted and pure-minded warriors in all history. American independence won, he went back to France as the greatest hero and most popular idol of the day.
 Came, then, the revolution. La- fayette gave 1t the blessing of his great name-and saw 1t move out from under him to the fearful ex- cesscs of the terror. And imme- diately Lafayette found himself damned by both sides.
 The terrorists tried to cut his head off, and he fled abroad. The royalists then caught him, and he was locked up for years as a dan- gerous radical--although the real radicals, in France, hated him as reactionary. After the terror he finally got back to France, broke wornout, and disillusioned.
 His old age was made endurable only by the fact that America, to which country he was still hero, contributed a substantial fund to keep him from want. and salved his self -esteem by giving him hysteri- cal welcome when he crossed the sea for one last visit.
 Published by Doubleday, Doran & Co, this book sells for 8.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-03-12

dren wards of the state, but the state must realize that they are better locat- ed now. We think that red tape can be eliminated in this instance. It's one ciety will not be disturbed. Ruthless ad- herence to the letter of the law in this case may breed not merely distress, but undesirable qualities in little characters, so easily swayed by outside forces
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-03-12
Sour Grapes

The long winded indictment of Mayor Hayes and his administration let loose yesterday from the twin sob sheets ot Leavenworth street relative to the shake LID in police circles was about as effective as the dying bleat of Rocky Mountain goat For two months this high pressure combination has tried to intimidate Mayor Hayes with stories, cartoons, and editorials, ranging all the way from "who got the most applause at the Fire mans Ball in the grand march-Hayes or Mclean" to accusations of melting mob violence.
 That this sort of intimidation failed to click is openly manifest now. EX-Superln- tendent Mclean retired despite the Republican-Americans protection, and William J. Roach, democrat, was named as his successor. If for nothing else than his courage in the face of the R-A's puny putty-bloWer attacks, Mayor Hayes ana his administration should be returned year or so hence into office with greater majority than ever. It is refreshing to find independence of this sort even in the face of a self-proclaimed "98 out of every 100 English speaking family" newspaper domination.
 The alibis offered for the administra- tion's action are the hallucinations of Boy Scout, in fact, two of them-morn- ing and evening-ranging all the way from Mayor Hayes future political aSpir- ations to the final pay-off before scuttling the local democratic ship. There had to be some alibi to the "98 out of every 100" in view of all the powerful combination predicted would happen if Mayor Hayes dared retire MT. Mclean. Nothing has, nothing will, nothing ever does in such blow-offs. A month from today everyone except the Printers Court mourners will be singing Mayor Hayes praise for his good judgment.
 Then again, just by way of setting the chief objectors right on another of their far-fetched alibis, the one in which they say, referring to William J. Roach, "h1s experience is limited to service as sheriff who has never worn the uniform of policeman, etc, etc." what of ex-Superin- tendent George M. Beach's experience? There was a case of straw boss being taken out of the Clock Shop in 1905 to become Chief of Police. As policeman, he, too, was good clock maker, yeah! But that was done under a republican administration, eX-Mayor Elton's, which is horse of another color where the good old RIA is concerned. However, what's sauce for the goose should be sauce for, the gander.
 And finally in the case of ex-Superin- tendent Mclean, how did he get in under the wire in 1926? By republican maneuvered ripper bill in Hartford which took from Mayor Guilfoile and his ad- ministration a position that rightfully belonged to democrat. That was all right, big joke then, a fast one. Yes, and so was the present move, despite the Republican and Americans trumped-up conscieitious objections. Looks as If it is about even-Steven, and if the demo- crats, have finally come into their own in respect to the first police chief in over fifty years, they have got Mayor Hayes and his administration to thank for it.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-03-12

Persons who are accustomed to use the New Haven railroad to and from this city will probably welcome the news that the trustees for the company are seeking permission to buy new steam engines, as well as modern lightweight passenger coaches. Increase in passenger traffic is the reason for this. The trustees also expect further increase and want to be prepared to meet all demands. That's the only way to compete with motor travel. You've got to make rates agree able and also give solid comfort.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-03-12

der the Constitution, must originate in the house of representatives; any other legislation may originate in either the house or the senate.
 c. What is the meaning of Con- silio ct animis?
 A. By counsel and courage"
 e. Where and when was the com. poser Franz Lehar born2
 A. Tn Komarom, Hungary, April 30, 1870.
 o. When was the Bonus Expc- ditionary Force" evicted from Wash. ington, D. o. Who was president?
 A. Tn the latter part of July, 1882, when Herbert Hoover was president.
 e. Who played the role of tho son of Charlie Chan in Charlie Chan in Shanghai"
 A. Keye Luke.
 e. Which is the most dangerous animal of the African jungle?
 A. pr. William M. Mann, dircc- tor of the National Geological park, says that the African buffalo is the most dangerous.
 If you want . copy of our booklet FAVORITE POEMS, write to the Waterbury Democrats Washington Bureau, 1913 Thirteenth st., North west, Washington, D. c. Enclose 10 cents for postage and handling.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-03-12
CIVIC, NOT PERSONAL, INTER EST CONCERNED IN TEACH
 FRS ADVANCED STUDY
Marcn 1U, lboo Waterbury, Conn.

Waterbury, Conn. Editor Waterbury Democrat:
 A few weeks ago 1t was printed in your paper that I asked that l be granted the difference between my salary and that of the substitute while on Q leave of absence on the grounds that the city would benefit from my study at Teachers college, Columbia University. This, I believe, would tend to give. the people of Waterbury the wrong impression.
 It would be presumptuous for any one person to say that the city would benefit from his study. The Board of Education knows that if I should be offered an advancement in another city, I should take it. What I did say was that the city would benefit if 1t were done on @ more wholesale plan.
 Methods of education have changed considerably in the past ten years and any encouragement for further study on teachers part is to be desired. This could be done at no extra cost to the city. (For unless they are given some salary teachers don't take leaves of ab- sence for study. Witness the few that have done 50 in the past0
 Another benefit that would accrue from this plan would be the pro- vision of jobs for the substitute teachers. Many of them have been out of normal school for five, six, seven and eight years. During this time they have not received enough to maintain themselves and the fu- ture doesn't look much brighter for them. This is hard on their morale as well as on their finances. During these times of depression, people that can afford to sacrifice part of their salaries, should be encouraged to do 50, if, by 50 doing, they can make e job for another.
 It has been felt by some that the teachers, by this scheme, would be getting something for nothing. But this would not be the case. The teacher would be putting in hard years work ct studying education and only getting about half of her salary, which she would have to spend on tuition and living ex- penses. All this would entail sac- rifice on her part and only a frac-
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-03-12
Question Box

e. When was the U. s. federal government tax on gasoline first imposed?
 A. June 2l, 1892.
 
 e. How is the name Roosevelt correctly pronounced2 A. With the long sound of o, as in "go," "rose," etc. The Holland Dutch double letters indicate the long sound.
 Q. Can legislation in congress originate in either the house or the senate, or must 1t first be introduced 1 nthe house and then go to the sen- ate?
 A. Bills for raising revenue, un-
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-03-12
Current Comments

It is now time for a great wrong to be lighted. --Dr. Frederick A. Cook. renewing claim to having discovered North Pole in 1909.
  always feel that written speech can never be a good speech. The rhythms of the spoken word and the written word arc entirely dif- ferent. Lord Tweedsmuir. governor gen- eral of Canada.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-03-12
Horoscope
By OCTAvINE

For persons who believe that human destiny is guided by the planet, the daily horoscope is outlined by Q noted astrologer. In addition to information of general interest, it outlines information of special interest to persons born on the designated dates.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-03-12

Lieutenant-governor Joseph L. Hurley of Massachusetts is going to be candi- date for Governor James M. Curley's office this year. Governor Curley is out after the Senate seat of Marcus A. Coolidge. Lieut.. Gov Hurley is well known in this city having visited here year ago as the guest of the George town Alumni of Connecticut.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-03-12
A Thought for Today

Confess your faults one to another, and pray for one another, that ye may be healed. The efectuaI fervent prayer of righteous man ayaiIeth much.-James 5:16.
 Heaven is never deaf but when mans heart is dumb.-QuarleS.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-03-12
IN TO-DAY'S MAIL

This newspaper responsible opinions Anonymous communications unless with the writer's name will accepted.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-03-12

 these test questions? Turn to last page for the answers. 1. On what river is Poughkeepsie, N. r.. located?
 2. What is myopia2 3. Who was the author of the Virginia Statute of Religious Free- dom? 4. Where is the city of Tipperary? s. How many Presidents of the United States were born in Virginia and how many in Ohio? 6. Who was William Pengclly? '. Tn what year was the first U. s. Census taken?
 8. Tn the Book of Genesis, who was Hagar?
 0. Tn which state is the city of Prairie du Chien?
 10. What does the Hawaiian word lei mean?
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-03-12
MARCH 13

Influences today are likely to be more important to those born from Oct. p through Nov. 22, but will affect everyone to 8 lesser extent. Morning-Good.
 on-Self-indulgent. Evening-Extravagant.
 Twos imagination will be apt to carry them into a cheerful belief today. Do not rely too much on faith.
 Today's Birthdate You should have a wonderful imagination.
 Try to keep physically fit and avoid depression and colds. Use care not to offend your elders from June through August, 1886.
 March and october are likely to be months of extravaganza. You may expand your business. but remember not to over-do, or you may fail to succeed.
 Use care to avoid accident poisoning or rash acts from Oct 90 through Nov. 6, 1886.
 Entertain. buy new clothes oi seek favors from April through T. i936.
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The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-03-12

TODAY's COMMON ERROR Never say, T shall try and see you at the end of the week.; say, "I shall try to see you."
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-03-12

Tired of politics? Think about gardens and vacation.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-03-12

Readers desiring additional in- formation regarding their horoscope are invited Co communicate with Oelavine in care Of this newspaper addressed envelope.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-03-12
Daily Nar~x,.C Round Washington TOBACCO SUBSTITUTELEVY
 FORCES TAX BILL

Washington, March 12 = When the President first sent to Congress his plan for the taxation of surplus corporation profits, "Muey" Bob Doughton of North Carolina chairman of the House Ways and Means Com nittee was none too enthusiastic He wasn't outright hostile. but he had his doubts.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-03-12
Test Y o UT Knowledge

Can you answer seven of these test questions? Turn to last page for the answers.
Montana labor news., 1936-10-29
NO SUPREME COURT WILL Interpret
new SOVIET CONSTITUTION. Says RADEk

constitutional rights will be en-
forced "are not just promises, but
our deeds and our past"
Thus the representatives of the
general population and the national
tiles in the Supreme Council (con-
gress) will decide what the constitu-
ton means and amend it by simple
majority vote of the two chambers
when they wish. Incidentally, this
congress will pick the supreme
court-for 5-year terms. Judges of
the local peoples courts are elected
| by direct vote-and, Radek added,
the people can send their judges
back to the factory any day they
want to-
The u. S. S. r. has IL union re-
publics, besides numerous autono-
nous republics and regions. These
lnationalities might seem slightly
akin to our states; are, in fact, to be
represented as such in the Council
of Nationalities, one of the two
chambers of the Soviet congress, and
are reserved broad rights. But
fundamentally the problem of states
rights is regarded in a new light.
I'VE do not have real basis for
conflicts" explained Radek "The
more developed parts of the Soviet
Union help develop all other parts.
The central government is not a
force against the states It is pos
sible the more developed parts
might not be enough interested in
the development of the more back
ward parts. From this point of view
we have given both chambers the
same rights, and the Council of Ma
tionalities will be the voice of the
less developed countries"
In country with a broad bill of
rights to include even such new and
strange liberties as the right to a
job, to leisure, to medical care and
to education, what can be said to
those who persist in lightly classify
ing the Soviet Union with Fascist
dictatorship? Radek puts the COM
parison thus:
Our government defends the
workers and toiling masses. Their
government defends the capitalists.
We do not have to fear the masses.
They have to fear the masses. We
can be a democratic government.
They cannot be a democratic gov
ernment."
Montana labor news., 1936-10-29

Union Members Patronize Labor
News Advertisers
Montana labor news., 1936-10-29
BY HAROLD COY
Federated Press


MOSCOW W-(FP)-The Soviet air,
like the American, is full of consti-
tuition talk this summer and fall
Some 170,000,000 people over half
of Europe and Asia are discussing
the first draft of their new charter
of liberty When the All-Union
Congress meets Nov. rs to take final
action, the constitution will doubt
less be modified in the light of nu-
merous proposals and the enunciated
principle that ''the discussion of the
people is the source of law" But
one thing seems certain-no SUI
preme court will be allowed to make
a monkey of the Soviet constitution
"The constitution can be inter-
preted only through both chambers
of our parliament, Karl Radek,
world-famous journalist who also
served on the constitutional COM
mittee under the Craftsmanship of
Stain, told me. THE idea that ii
is necessary to go to the Judiciary
for Interpretation is completely re-
actionary."
Radek is an editor of Izvestia, the
government paper, and has been
prominent among Soviet leaders
from the first for the incisive anal
ytic quality of his writing. One
gathers that this Soviet founding
father does not think, as the trainers
of our constitution did, in terms of
establishing checks and balances be-
tween conflicting economic interests.
Nor, as our modern Tories, in terms
of due process clauses and other i'm
pediments to the power to legislate
on human rights Here there is no
conflict of interests, he feels, to
make them necessary. Underlying
Radek's thinking seem to be these
six fundamental propositions:
l. "This constitution signifies the
victory of socialism" 2. Our con-
stitution defends the socialist owner
ship of the means of production. y
3. I'VE are now a united country of
workers and peasants working to-
gether." 4. We have crushed capi-
talism, and have no bourgeoisie or
landlords who can exploit constitu-
tional liberties against the workers
and peasants" 5. Our government
defends the workers and toiling
masses, and has no interests apart
from them" 6. Guarantees that
Montana labor news., 1936-10-29

equipped and kept going by the Fas-
cist dictators of Italy, Germany and
Portugal. In addition to the rebel
armed forces, the people of Spain
have to contend with the furious
campaign of SANDER and villification
in the pro-Fascist press the world
over. It is Gen. Queipo de Llano
whose command to the Moorish
troops is "Cortar la cabeza" cut off
their heads. Exterminate the women.
Kill the prisoners. Slaughter the
children over II, for they too are
already contaminated by the poison
of socialism, of which we are going
to cleanse Spain. when this war is
over" says an army order of the
rebels found at Talavera, there
must be not one labor unionist, So
cialist or Communist left to tell the
tale.
Thousands of Galatians are arriv-
ing on the Toledo front to reinforce
the republics fighting front There
is a single command now. And it is
being obeyed. To the cry of mo
paseranl No paseran!"-They shall
not pass-the men who have cleared
their country of Fascism are now ar
irving in Madrid for the supreme
battle. In spite of the tremendous
advantages of the rebels in artillery,
aviation and other supplies, their
incessant battering of the loyalist
line, there has been no break. There
are part Withdrawals here and there,
but no wholesale stampede. The
workers prefer to be annihilated on
the spot rather than surrender.