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The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-01-23
SIackening Colonists

It is an old story that the more is done for some people, the more they want done for them. It has been so since the days of the first colonizing enterprise in this country at Jamestown, Va, when Captain John Smith was obliged to lay down the rule, ''He that does not work shall not sat-"
 < Now the colony manager for Uncle Sam g applying that same rule to slackers in hhe Matanuska Valley settlement in Alas A Colonists there, living in what any pEgviOus group of settlers would have Regarded as luxury, have been taking ad- vantage of a fatherly government. Those
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-01-23
Motor Vehicle Commissioner Michael

Motor Vehicle Commissioner Michael A. Connor has accomplished so many re- forms since he took over his department, that we should like to make the recom- mendation that to him he entrusted the task of procuring lower automobile in- surance rates for Waterbury and vicinity. There hasn't been much said about this subject since the Legislature adjourned last June. But the subject Is still perti- nent one In fact, with new year the liability, theft, fire, etc., policies for another year will be issued in the coming months and local motorists again will be giving vent to expressions of distaste as well as criticism for the high prices they are forced to pay. Some agency must take the necessary steps to force all concerned into line on lower automobile insurance. That's the only way anything can be &C., complished. All the facts and figures obtalnable will never convince some peo- pie that they are as much to blame for high rates as the insurance companies
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-01-23

ested In the neutrality leglglation before Congress: Many Of Us have taken tho peace movement too easily, that Is we have thought that we were for peace because we were against war. Peace is Q positive achievement involving an organized world community of law and order which we must want 50 much that we arc willing to pay the full price it costs.
 "The Nations never can have peace until they want it 70 much that they will sacrifice enough Of their sovereignty to create c world system Of law and order, strong enough to prevent war.
 "Again, peace will cost profound changes in our economic life, not- ably the surrender of c marrow economic iiationalisfn. Secretary Wallace was right when he said America must cheese" So must every nation. Wo cannot have economic wars wAged with tariffs and monetary policies and still 0x- poet political peace. The surrender of warlike economic policies is tho price which world peace absolutely demands, but which the nations do not want to pay.
 "Th0 growing anter.dependence Of mankind demands cooperation. Dy no other means cen disaster Do averted. Tho world today Is cofn- posed of Q family of nations. Tho highest form of patriotism demands that we have c sympathetic under- standing of how oil men everywhere feel about their altars and their hearthStones, their flags and their fatherlands. Local patriotism should Do tho open door into universal sympathy. Nationaligm should not hold back from, but lead to, in- ternationalism. Ho who thinks that loyalty to his family means dislike of his village is c fool. A good fam fly and Q good village arc fulfilled in each other, So arc c good no. tionalisin and O. good international. ism tho complement one of the other, but 1t requires Q conquest Of self-inhation by the cooperative spirit to perceive t."
 The Foreign Policy Association has just declared in reference to neutrality legislation that "the least the American government can do is not to impede the efforts of other states to do away with the institu-' ton of war" lt sjl
 The Nye Neutrality bill which ap- plies einbargoes to Q nation which is the victim of an international law breaker does not put the United States in the position either of Q good-neighbor or of a peace-maker.
 FLORENCE L. Q. KITCEELT.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-01-23
Press Comment
BINGO, BEANO, NO, NO
 lFIartford Timesl .

Thealderman who proposes that Hartford legalize by ordinance the playing of the game called "Bingo" has started in the wrong direction if, indeed, there is any right direc- ton. . .aI e,
 'Bingo," which is also called "Beano' and perhaps by some other names, is a form of gambling which has been popular for years in some sections. It seems to have taken Q suddenly strong hold in this part of the country. It has been used by some churches and social and frat eranl organizations as means of naoney-raising. It is, however, q form of gambling and the statutes Of the State of Connecticut prohibit gambling.
 At long as that remains the state law Hartford cannot legally legalize gambling enterprises, # that way of saying 1t may be permitted. The ordinance committee will doubtless 90 report. At any rate 1t ought to do so.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-01-23

News that two of the stately elm trees gracing the Green will fall before the fore. esters axe shortly has not as yet occas- toned much comment in the city. For the Forestry Departments sake we hope 1t won't, as we know good many people will regard the workmen engaged in the task of removingthe trees as executioners, deep-dyed villains. As Q matter of fact they are merely surgeons and by eradicating these two trees, which manifest danger ous symptoms of the Dutch elm disease they are probably saving the rest of the elnns in the city.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-01-23
Selected Poem
REQUEST.

Elaine V. Emans in the New York sun) Blow from him in his youth Wind of the Sky. His little ways of scientifically Turning cold and analytic eye On friendship and on love- hoping to see The depths of them, and how lyong they shall last One does not say, when will this lovely star Slip from it's heaven and go hurtling past, Or question If the rose will endure far Into the days ahead when pluckng it From the sharp rosebush for his very pleasure Ore thinks of fruit-trees. Here is exquisite And splendid beauty for the heart to treasure. In spite of future peril of storm and rabbit Wind of the Heavens, blow from him his habit.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-01-23

Recently, when he had his over- coat stolen from the House lobby this is how he endeavored 70 90" cure its return:
 MIR. SPEAKER" he informed the House of Representatives, 'I understand the calendar today calls for appropriations. It w most appropriate. Somebody hes appropriated my overcoat.
 At Christmas time, Mrs. Nc" 0roarty astounded mo by pre-" Benting me with Q eiOO overccat. I was amazed and distressed bee cause I did not think Qcd ever intended that 1 should wear . eiO0 overcoat. My intuition was right, for now 1t is gone.
 "MR. SPEAKER, there ore thieves around here. And then again, perhaps not here.
 "You may remember the car" toon of tho man who was 9wak- Oned by his wife In the middle of the night with the announce ,ment: John. there ig . ycbber in tho house. He yawned, turned over and gaid: NO, not n tho House, maybe in the Senate"
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-01-23
To.DAYs COMMON ERROR
 Never say, 'IEe wasn't gone but Q inlnuto'I say, twas gone"

4. Relief programs have been paid for out of current revenues from taxes and other sources, and since these revenues have not been gufii- cient, additional funds have been raised by the sale Of government bonds and notes. The gross public debt in December, 1885, Wag approx ifnately 930, 300, ,000, 900.
 e. What kind of powder is used to mako fngerprintSp
 A. They are best revealed by uB. ing c fine metallic powder sprayed with on inguflator. For dark objects an aluminium powder is used; for light objects, rod bronze or Roman gold.
 lR you want . copy of our, book- lot THE BOOK OT GAMES, write to the Waterbury Democrats Wash. lngton Bureau, 1913 Thirteenth Bt., Northwest, Washington, D. Q. En. eiose 10 cents for postage and handling. tt
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-01-23

Tomorrow is the anniversary of the invention of Morse telegraph. Today we don't think much about this remarkable means of communication. We sort of take 1t for granted, but back in 1888 when 1t was possible to send messages over wires 1t was nothing short of miraculous We should have certain amount of pride in honoring those pioneer inventors of America, men who actually revolutionized world civilization by their accomplish rnents
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-01-23

1. Name tho twelfth book of the New Testament.
 2. Who wrote the popular song "The Isle of Capri?"
 8. What is the name for . drama set to music, as distinguished from plays in which music is merely in- cidental? N {. Who wrote the poem "The Pied Piper of Hamclin?" 'i, 8. What is hay?
 6. What is the present price of gold in the United States?
 '. What is color -blindncss2
 8. Where is French Guiana?
 Q. Who was John Cpie? 10. Who won the Rose Bowl fooI- ball game in 1o362
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-01-23
Horoscope
JANUARY 24

 General Indications of the Day For Everybody
 This is Q very deceitful and tur- bulent day. Be on your guard, for what may seem to be safe is apt to prove false. Guard against intes- tinal poisoning or colds contracted through wet feet.
 Today's Birthdate
 You should be student of ethnology. cts
 Sudden changes or breaks are likely to occur during March, l936. Be cautious when making any monetary investments during that period.
 Guard against danger or acci- dent to your ankles. or from over- exertion from August Il through 1S, 1036. X
 Socially favorable February 8. through 26. i030.
 Good for clerical work or writing from Feb. 2 through 20 1886.
 A change is likely to occur the coming month for you.
 Readers desiring addition infer nation regarding their h0FeseegDes are invited to cOmmunicale with Octavine in care of this newspapcF. Enclose 8 cents stamped, seif-sd- areBsed envelope.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-01-23

The government may be going deeper into the hole, but the people are climbing out. Bank deposits increased two billions last year.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-01-23

Speaking of constitutions, better take care of your own this time of the year or the doctors will be declaring you invalid
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-01-23
Current Coznrs,ents

You cannot make dividends and stock market quotations tue be-ail and the end-ali of c nations enter prise.
 --The Rev. Charles E. C0ughlin.
 
 We pay more to maintain self- respect end the good opinion pf others. end to avoid scorn, derision.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-01-23
PEACE INVOLVES MANY SACRIFICES BY ALL
 NATIONS.
 New Haven, Conn,

Editor, Waterbury Democrat:
 Tho words of William c. Cieaver In c recent addregs for tho Con- neeticut League of Nations Assoeia- ton might well serve aS c guiding principle for those who aro inter-
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-01-23
IN TO-DAY'S MAIL

This not responsible for facts opinions s readers Anonymous communications unless with the writer's name and addres will not Do accepted.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-01-23
Daily NNa~,.xy.( (so. Round Washington sv~~-- 2 S ,I RIFT IN A. F. OF l.. IS
 ON THE MEND

Washington January 2S - The threatening shadow of the U S. Supreme Court is causing wheels to turn m far corners few weeks ago, old Guard craft-union leaders of the F. of L. were planning uncomprossng fight against insurgent industrial unionists
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-01-23

The greatest need of the times is another Will Rogers to kid this campaign.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-01-23
T est Y Q UT Knc wledge

Can you angweF seven 0f these test questlons9 Turn to last page for tho answers.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-01-22
STATE

Tonight is the night of nights at Warner Brothers State theatcr. It's Bank Mite" and that means everybody will journey to the State to partake of the fun and profit available. With four hundred req. soAs-good reasons why every regis- trant should attend, the manage ment looks for Q record breaking attendance. In order to accommo- date the crowd and provide seats for as many patrons as possible the management has made arrange. ments to present Bank Nite", and the States complete double feature program, at the Strand theater as well. So you may attend either the State or Strand theater tonight, but come early for seats will be at 8 premium later on in the evening.
 The screen show is headlined by "The Widow From Monte Carlo, Warner Brothers riotous rampage of roulette, romance and laughter. Warren William and Dolores Del Rio have the leading roles support cd by Louise Fazenda, Colin Give, Herbert Mundin and others.
 A delirious duchess on the loose meets Q suave Casanova of the co. sinos and that's how the fun and laughs begin. You'll get Q big kick out of "The Widow from Monte Carlo"
 The companion feature is "The Invisible Ray" starring the Great KarloR with Bela Lugosi, Frances Drake and Frank Lawton.
 Here is entertainment such as you have never gasped ct. Stars who have no rivals for thrillsl A story whose scientific wonders stagger hu- man imagination. "The Invisible Ray" is Universals weirdest drama and superb screen entertainment.
 Watch for Ceiling zero". with James Cagney and Pat O'Brien- the thriller of the air that made Broadway say its prayers. This, the greatest aerial drama achievement since "Eelis Angels", is coming to the State on Saturday.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-01-22
4O-42 NORTH MAIN STREET
M The Local 7,heaters
POLES

Poli's offers to-day two of the most popular stars of the screen to Waterburians, on the same pro-, gram and each featured in the sort of story that made this town take the into their hearts.
 The artists are Jane Withers, who will be seen in Paddy ODay". and then the peer of all outdoor stars, George O'Brien, who returns in the fastest moving story that he has been seen here in years.
 If you loved Jane Withers in "Ginger" well here is film that is somewhat on the order of that one; this talented juvenile sings, dances, clowns and fights, just the way that you like her to do, and in the sympathetic role of little Irish .emigrant she will make you warm right up to her and take her to your heart.
 Speed, thrills, action and romance are . part of whispering Smith Speaks, even if George O,Brien were not the star, but take this great action story, put this virile star into the leading role and you have a combination that appeals to all, no matter what their individual taste may be.
 Tonight on the stage of Polls there will be another of the very popular vaudeville shows, acts of the best the theater is able to offer brought to Waterbury for one per. forinance supported by marvellous musical organization, the Poli the- ater orchestra.
 Tomorrow night, Thursday, an. other of the sensational "screeno" parties, and from the phone calls that are pouring in to this popular amusement center, 1t will be none too large for the crowds that in- tend to be present at "Screeno." IL is on the lips of everyone that you meet. "9creeno" is at Polls one night only, every Thursday, in ad. dition to tho regular program.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-01-22
nhantarTTT

Hour father told me-" Mfrs. Bran. an1 nssanted simply.
 Kay heEltated, watching her mos E|iHr. elIow is EAther9" she asked.
 'Nat as bad ns usual" Mrs Bran- Man replied. ''When he didn't come homo for supper last night, I asked Ne1rge to try and find him. He wns down at the Frenchnlan'i nIace, in Dexter. George got him f0 come home in time, I think, sc that he'll be able to 90 back tc work tomorrow"
 Poor Father" Kay whispered Ile's 90 alarmed nice, most of the tune, Mother"
 elle's had a good many disap- pelntments," Mrs, Brannan suggest ed Gefensively. "And - too many disappointrncnts can break . man down"
 She hesitated; and Kay spoke quickly, of other matters. And l met Nancy Towne." she said. She's finally bullied her father into let- ting her go to Holyoke, and she's walking on air. I never heard even Nancy talk 50 fast. MT. Towne wanted her to go to work in the ntore, but Mrs. Towne helped Nancy pcrsuade him." She remembered, m little indignantly: "She said she'd never como back to Carvel, said she hnted it here. l can see how she feels, of course; but don't think she was very tactful to say 1t, do yous"
 Mrs. Grammar did not answer; and Kay went on: T can't imagine Emily settling down to teach school here, for instance, like Lillian. Or 1ygt coming home and helping with the work and 50 on. I don't see any sense in Q girls going to cole 1ege unless it-changes things for her. Changes-life for her. DO you, Mother?"
 And then quickly: "Of course, l know you did. mean, you went to college and came home and married Father; but things were different then"
 Mrs. Grammar said gently: Things weren't particularly different, Kay. Where you live doesn't matter so much. It's how you live that's the Important thing"
 Of course," Kay agreed. "Just see how much you've done here, for instance. Father would be helpless without you, and Emily and I ." She stopped suddenly to kiss the older Woman's cheek. T didn't mean to belittle you, Mother. You know that"
 Her mother smiled and lifted her
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-01-22

hand to press Kay's cheek snug against her own. Being Emily't mother. and yours, is enough tc make any woman proud, Kay" she said. But she added honestly: "Yet can remember thinking as you do feeling as you do. When I gradu- ated and came home, I did mol mean to stay here. had SO many ambitions. But Mother needed me and there didn't seem to be any way to get away" She smiled, with a little chuckle of mirth. And al of e sudden one day I found myself marrying your father. We thought we might move to Manchester after Mother died; but when the timt came, 1t wasn't convenient. You were . baby, and Emily wasn't very well, so we put 1t oh-fron year to year. And after while w didn't even bother to put it off That's allp
 Kay nodded; and Mrs. Grammar smiled again, in a mirth clean oi all stain of sadness.
 we used to remind ourselvei that if 8 man can make Q better mouse trap than his neighbor, the world will beat 6 path to his door. She chuckled. But the only super. lative achievement we've ever man. aged is--you and Emilyl"
 "They ought to make Father superintendent right now" Kay cried loyally; but Mrs. Brannar shook her head.
 "Your father will never be any more than he is," she said. T uset to think otherwise, sometimes. But know now. He can do his work and hold his job-I hope. But that is all."
 "Of course, he isn't we'll" Kay declared. This was Q fiction tc which they all clung, to cloak the ugly truth.
 They've been very patient witt him." her mother remarked. But the last time, they told him thai he'd have to take Q weeks lay-ofi without pay, whenever he was - II thereafter"
 Kay heard this in Q sober con- sternation. Will Brannan's wage was scant enough at best.
 T hope they'll let him go back to work tomorrow" Mrs. Grammar continued. "If they don't, I cant see how we can go to Commence ment for the whole four days. really don't see how ."
 Her mild emphasis had in il something piteous and tragic. She was never vehement woman.
 Kay's cheeks drained white, and her heart slowed, and for Q moment there was 8 furious indignation ir her. Then she steadied, said brave- ly:
 Don't you worry about that Mother! You and Father go, ant I'll stay here and have things spick and span for you all when you come home."
 Mrs. Grammar looked at her through a mist. "You'vc counted bon going to Emily's Commencement for years. Kay" she said under. standingly. Tt would be too bad
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-01-22
DIGGING HYDRANTS
 NOT FIREMEN'S JOB

Answering criticism of the fire department for alleged carelessness in allowing snow to remain piled around fire hydrants, Chief Thomas J. Lynch of the fire department said today that contrary to custom in some cities, the street department here takes care of the work of dig. glng the hydrants out. Chief Lynch added none of his men could be spared for the work because the department was shorthanded at present.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-01-22
GARDEN

"The Last Days of Pompeii," now playing at the New Garden theater, shows the eruption of vesuvitll which, with the accompanying earth- quake, completely deinol!shes the classicaliy beautiful city.
 Preston Foster. heading strong east, appears as the powerful master of the arena where life-and-death battles are staged between glavel and barbarians. Alan 1Iale js hii crcny, Pontius Pilate, representative o fthe Roman Law in Judes 4 played by Basil Rathbone and Louii Caihern, John Wood, David Holt Dorothy Wilson and Wyrley Birch play other important roles.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-01-22
STRAND

Performances this afternoon mark your last chance to see VIII Reg. CTS in his final screen appearance "In old Kentucky" also Broadway Hostess" with Wini Shaw and Allen Jenkins, current attractions ct Warner Brothers Strand theater.
 Tonight the Strand joins with the state in presenting Bank Mite" and on the screen will present the same show as the State which includes "The Widow From Monte Carlo" with Warren William and Dolores Del Rio, also "The Invisihle Ray" with KariofE, Bela Lugosi end
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-01-22

and Nat Pendlston. The sky's the limit when this gang goes fourteen miles high with . laugh every foot of the way.
 The companion feature will be 'The Melody Lingers On" with jo- sephine Hutchinson and George Huston, a romantic love story set tO glarnorous music.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-01-22


 Dc you know why external rcme- dies 60. seldom give quick perma-
 Why cutting does not remove the
 DO you know the cause of Piles 1B Internal?
 Tkat there is congestion of blood ln the lower bowel--the veins hab- by, the parts llfeless?
 Do you know that there Is . harmless internal remedy for itch- ing, bleeding or prortuding piles discovered by pr. l. $. Leonhnrdt Known as HI1M-RoID that Is guar. hntOed.
 ifi1M-RoID banishes piles by re- moving the cause. II. stimulates the rfrculation In the lower bowcl-- y9rives out hte thick impure blood, and restores tho affected parts.
 HfcM.ROID is 50 successful In even the most stubborn cases that ApothocarIes Hall Co. and all good druRgists advise every sufferer to ret q bottle of IEM-ROlD Tablets f0day---take them ns directed--thon af not completely satisfied with re- suits your money back.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-01-22
10000 MILE TRAVEL FREE

Regina, Sas.k--(UP) Ernie Wall of Waldeck, traveled 10000 miles through Canada without spending Q cent. He started out last year on Q friendly bet that he could start with dime in his pocket and still have the dime when he had fin- ished.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-01-22
The Story Thus Far

Kay Hraunan petite and beautiful lives Carve New Hamp eagerly awaiting her sister Rs graduation from wellesley herself enter and Che dull uneven town hurries home from the post g1ce with Eys latest letter Then cxceey mother for Emily makes mention of Rrey recently met He has In Carvel during the Kay s Emily b him for he the only she invited home
 tells mother Of her with Elmer RadtOd who awkwardy informed Kay that her father has lost Che position of Plant Superintendent
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-01-22
Frances Drake.

Frances Drake.
 Starting tomorrow the Strand will present an all new program for three days including Jack Benny in the 5-stav laugh sensation eIt's In The Air" with the grand old jester funnier in the air than on the air. Tn the supporting cast are Una Merkel. Ted Healy. Mary Garlic
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-01-22
IOWA TURTLEs sMIPFED EAs1

Spencer, h. tU.P)--when New XOrkers and PhiladeIphians order turtle soup. they more than likely will be served with an Iowa prcd- uct. Hundreds cf pounds of snap ping turtle, caught in streams and
 lakes near liere, are shipped @ eastern cities annually.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-01-22

Mrs. M. Hays of London, mother of 1A children. spars with her l4- year@uld son, John, who is entering
 upon 6 boxing career.