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The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-01-14
John F. Hylan

The death of ex-Mayor John F. Hylan o9 New York city recalls the many politi- cal battles in which he engaged during the period when his star was in it's ascen- dancy. A self-made man was this same John F. Hylan and he deserved every Dit of praise that was bestowed upon him during the hectic years that marked his mayoralty terms. Subjected to both praise and abuse he died content in the knoWl- edge that whatever he got out of life was procured by the sweat of his brow and through his own efforts.
 He was no pampered political fayorite in the days that he was fighting Tor the several offices to which he aspired. HIS methods were direct and often opposed to those of his advisers and political or ganizations which rallied to his support. Yet he made himself mayor of New York in 1917, thirty years after he had first set foot in the city, poor farm boy with only $1.50 in his pockets.
 The same grit and determination put him back in office in 1921 and made him a stout espouser of the five-cent fare. It was about this time that he publicly op- posed Alfred F.. Smith, who likewise was in his prime in New York state. Smith survived this political quarrel; Hylan re- tired to the law courts where in later years he became justice in children's court. His was typical Alger career. It becomes all the more marked and credit to John F. Hylan with his passing.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-01-14
Refunding

Our federal government has been able, along with it's lavish spending, to do some thrifty saving by refunding many billions of indebtedness at lower interest rates. Its examples has been followed by some of the states, and lately many local gov- ernments are doing the same thing. There is often an interest saving of 1 or per cent.
 This enables the cities, villages, coun- ties, school districts and other taxing units often to carry larger debt at no greater cost Often it reduces the cost of carrying old bonded debt. The result shows in tax easement.
 Many private corporations have been able to do likewise. Most private debtors, though, are still paying at the same rates agreed to before the depression. They are wondering when the easement will work down to them, and they can refund their mortgages and unpaid notes at def1ation rates.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-01-14

The socialist party of e United States is at last coming into iSs own. Not only is the party seating candidates in vari- ous states by virtue of popular election, but it is assuming a guise similar to that of the major political factions of the na- tion, the democrats and republicans This fact became known recently when Bridgeport papers heralded the fact that Mayor Jasper McLevy of that city was definitely aligned with the Old Guard wing of the socialists. They are opposed to the faction led by Norman Thomas. In a telegram to the Socialist National Exec "You have violated every tradition and ideal of the Socialist movement. Your acceptance makes a mockery out of democracy that is fundamental in our organization and creates in our ranks the Fascism that we have so bitterly con- demned. .. ," Schism in the ranks cer- tainly puts the socialists on par with democrats and republicans.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-01-14
Scientific National Program

We have had numerous national pro- grams" proposed by American business men, statesmen and economists Here IS one from a scientist, which seems to de- serve more than usual attention. It was suggested by Dr. Karl T. Compton, presi- dent of the American Association for the Advancement of Science. It covers the fields of natural resources, agriculture, industry, health, welfare and research.
 First, stop unbridled exploitation, of our natural resources and apply sound engineering principles to their deveIOpment and conservation.
 Second, make thorough study of Overpr0ductiOn and low prices, and scientific effort to develop new in. dustrial uses for farm products.
 Third, seek industrial prosperity less through governmental support than through scientific and technical developments of new products and processes.
 Fourth, undertake the prevention of physical and mental diseases in big, constructive way.
 Fifth, in order to plan intelligentIy for the future welfare of the count. try, begin adequate collection of physical and social information.
 Sixth, establish closer cooperation between governmental agencies and the nOn.gOyernmenta scientists and engineers.
 This program obviously aiTns to handle big problems in big way, combining the facilities of government and science to apply modern knowledge to the practical problems of modern life. It should have the support of every thinking person. There Is no sense or safety fri merely drifting and trusting to luck, and irn- prOviging remedies in hurry, when we eet into economic and social trouble.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-01-14

One thing that Mayor Thomas J. Spellacy of Hartford believes in doing is to assure the city of proper liability protec- tion in all automobile accidents. To this end he is insisting that anybody who drives city car must be protected. Here after no one, will be allowed to drive any car on city business unless protected by liability insurance. That's sensible idea. In this day and age of motor traffic haz- ards, even the most careful driver can be involved in an accident that might cost municipality thousands of dollars. It's safe to protect the municipality, as well as guarantee the injured person or damaged property some return.
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charge by Elkton, Md, police.
 Because the Shah of Persia was displeased at Secretary Cor dell IIulI's Iukewarm apologies, he first ordered his minister home.
 ] But now Che Shah has sent . second order: Until he actual ly leaves Washington, Minister Djalal shaIl attend no function at the White House. The Shah will have nothing to do with . President who dOes not respect the sanctity of his minister.
 Under international law, a min ister represents his president or sovereign personally, and the Shah has taken the arrest of Djalal ag an insult to his own person.
 NOTE-The irony Of 1t all is that although Minister Djalal is to be promoted, he, and especial- ly his wife, hate to leave Wash. ington.
 Anti.NcW Dealer
 Miss Cora Rubin, able, hand- some secretary to Senator VII. liam E. Borah, does not like New Dealers and makes no bones about 1t.
 A reporter. knowing her anti- pathy, asked her "how come" she permitted the name of Mike etraus" to remain scratched on the door of Borahs' office.
 "Oh," said Miss Rubin, un. concerned, "he is . newspaper man who dld that several years ago. Fools must ...."
 "sut he isn't . newspaperman any more. Hasn't been for . long time. He Is now publicity man for the Public Works Ad- IninistratOln."
 "What?" shouted Miss Rubin. "The PWA, New Dealer? Why, the idea having his name on our d00r!"
 With that she leapcd up. dashed to the door, vigorously scribbled the name with . heavy black pencil until 1t was complete ly obliterated.
 "There," she remarked dc. clslvely, "at least no one will be able to read it any mOre."
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 the farm act, Justice Jennings Bailey of the District of Colum- bia Supreme Court handed down a decision granting the govern ment's plea to bar utilities from bringing suits against the Hold ing Company Act in Washington.
 The effect of this ruling B to give the government the full right of way to push before the supreme court the case 1t has selected to test the congtitutionality of the law. This is & suit brought in New York by the Securities and Ex- change commission against Elec- trio Bond and Share.
 Seven suits filed by utilities were directly affected by Justice Bailcys decision, and more than fifty others were waiting to be filed had he held agains the gov- ernment. So important was the action considered by the Admin istratlon that Attorney General Cummings personally argued the governments case before Bailey.
 On any other day but the fate- ful one for the AAA, Bailcy's de- cision would have been front page news. But the gcuttling of the farm act blanketed 1t from view-much to the anguish Of jubilant New Dealers.
 COMPLAINED CUMMINGS- "If only the decision had come down a day or two later, then we could have got the right publicity for it."
 Jackson Speech
 Author of the Presidents Jack. Day Dinner speech was Steve Early, White House secretary for press relations.
 Steve brought the speech in to the President at 3 ?. m. Of the day 1t was to be delivered. Roose- welt read 1t over carefully, coin- mented:
 Pretty good, Steve. hut it's too dry, Take it out and put some humor in it"
 So Steve did; after which 1t passed presidential muster--except for Marvin Mcintyre, other White House secretary, who thought 1t was "l0usy".
 White House Snub
 Probably the most unusual or- dcrs ever sent Q diplomatic rep- rcsentative to 6 friendly govern ment have just been received by Ghaffar Khan DJalal, Iranian (Persian) Minister, recalled after being handcuffed on Q traffic
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One Man Control

An additional source of John Q. Citizens irritation and Inystifica- ton is the score in the Supreme Courts findings. In one case all nine judges are in agreement; in another, the Child Labor case, five agreed and four disgented: in the A.A.A. decision six were on one side of the judicial fence and three on tho other side. MT. Citizens reaction to this sort of thing is the perfectly natural thought that if the justices of the Supreme Court cannot agree among themselves on the mean ing of the Constitution how can the Congress or President Roose- welt be expected to know what is valid iegislation and what is not. How does 1t happen" comInunes John c. with himself, that after Q measure has been passed by tho Congress by . majority of four hundred representatives and geii- ators, most of them lawyers, that nine other lawyers, or three otl1" or, or even on c other has the power to settle what the lew Of the land is to be. Tt doesn't make sense" So through no fault of his own Mfr. Citizen finds himself wandering out in Mir. Eisner's "No Mans Land" He doesn't like tho place and he is determined to get out of t even if the Consultation has to be amended to show the way.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-01-14
Another Advocate

Another intelligent and hignly regarded authority on social ana industrial problems who things the Constitution should be aiiieild- cd is Msgr. John A. Ryan Of the Catholic University. pr. Ryan makes small bones about Stating his conviction:--
 I do hope that the NRA will be re.established with labor give on an adequate place: but l have no hope that this can Do done without c constitutional amend. inent, Tine Wagner law will, of course, be opposed by . large proportion of the great corpora. tions and employers. Here, too, a constitutional amendment seems t0 be necessary in order t0 give tho measure adequate scolse isl the industgial held ana to safeguard 1t against cofitini. oias attacks on It's c0iastitutiotis ailty. I would have the Consti. tuition amended In specific and cornprehensive terms enabling Ooneress to regulate wages. hours, prices, fair practices, and the operation of financial cons cerns, such e holding com panies.
 If constituticnality and the eu- prefae Court should be issues ixl the coming campaign President Roosevelt may welcome them with asi easy mind. Every adverse de- cislon of the Court, particularly ifl social iegisiatiOn cases, stEengtii- eng his position. John e. CitiEefI is sick and tired watching tho Sia' tionsi dog chaso his own tail.
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Selected Poem
TO ONE WEEPING

(oilbert Maxwell in The New York Times) Being by nature most unreticent
 And free to speak my mind,
 It had been better that were not sent On such an errand--I am not 50 blind As you suppose. See upon your eyes The seal of grief, and rightly 50, for knowing Your vital loss mark with no surprise The fearful chan of this your lifelong sowing. Only question, who have been at best With sorrow far too long and close acquaint, That you should harbor 0ycrlong guest Who will abuse the patience of saint: Bid her begone, and latch the door and hide And let her whimper in the cold outsidel
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Test 7 Q UT Knowledge

Can you answer seven Of these test questions? Turn to last page for the answers. l. What is Q condenser? 2. Name the softest mineral Sub- stance.
 3. Are there any volcanoes in Iceland?
 {. Is the salary of the President of the U. S. subject to the federal income tax2
 s. Who was Sir William Ogler? c. On which river was the trial trip of Fuiton's steamboat "Cler' mont?"
 2. What Is Q condor?
 6. What is . mud puppy?" Q. What is the nickname for tho state of Idaho?
 10. How long is the term of D. 6 Genators7
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-01-14

Republicans of Columbus, Ohio, more enthusiastic than wise, wired Postmaster General Farley an offer of $1 ,000 if Presi- dent Roosevelt would make another radio speech like that message of his delivered to Congress. The republicans think 1t did their cause more good than the demo- cratic. We would not count too strongly on that. And if we were MT. Farley we'd accept all the 5000 offers that come focking in for any such purpose as this.
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report in August, 1880. and recom- mended the injection of cement into the subsoil of clay and sand to i'll holes and fisurcs and provide . firm foundation which the structure has lacked from the beginning.
 e. Under what title was "The Admirable Crichton," by James M. Barrie, produced on tho screen, and who played the leading roles?
 A. It was produced in 1919 under the title of Male and Female" !" Gloria Swanson, Thomas Meighan, and Lila Lee played tho leading roles. 8t
 e. How did Huey Long get his nickname "Kingfish?"
 4. He called himself 'Kingfish." !" because he was the big political boss in Louisiana.
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to three, W oio something more tn an merely chuck { h c measure out the front window of it's o W n brand ew courthouse. The decision natur- ally brought joy to the enemies of the RoOse- welt adminigtra- ton who since t was rendered have been busy skipping each
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-01-14

OtAABA 0hs sssS
 back and shouting all over the lot, We told you sol" But 1t looki as if the Court in chucking out the A.A.A. has in 50 doing chucked itself into Q hot spot. For the agitation, 50 long brew- ing, to clarify and re-arrange the powers of the Supreme Court, if not curtail them altogether, has been given Q fresh shot of yeast by the decision. If, as is anticipated, the Nine Old Men also chuck out the remaining New Deal measures to which they are devoting their attention there is no telling how much hotter the spot will become.
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Current Comments

There is an American heaven and an American hell, and I want to sec them both.
 --Dr. Toyotiko Kagawa, foremost
 Japanese Christian, waiting eri-
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 Private banking corporations have no more federal character than q brickyard. You might aG well say First National Black smith Shop as First National Bank. Representative Iinly H 0ray, Indiana
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-01-14

Peace in iteelf is not an idee it is state which results from q achievement of ideals cf the fli| Of reason, justice, and lev Wishl and among nations.
 --Ths Most Rev. Cosnlo 0QFd4
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Daily NNa,.v.xy- Round Washington NEW DEAL VICTORIOUS IN
 IJTILITIES TEST CASE
Daily Washington
By DREW PEARSON and ROBERT s. AL

Washington Jan. 14-The AAA decision plotted from sight signal court victory won by the New Deal Tn US fierce struggle with utilities over enforcement Of the holding company act.
 Several hours after the Supreme Court had blasted
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 THE EDITOR. c. How many Ethi0pians art there in the United States2
 A. The number of EthiopianS fl not separately enumerated in tho census reports. a.tftD
 c. Does Bedloe's Island, on which the Statue of Liberty is located, be- long to New York state?
 A. It is federal property, and jur. igdiction over the island. exclusive of the Statue of Liberty, situated thereon, Is vested in the war depart ment.
 e. Has anything been done t prevent eventual tipping Of thu Leaning Tower of Pisa?
 A. Premier Mussolini, in 1927, ap. pointed an architectural commission to investigate the state of Pisai leaning tower and to find Q nieani of arregting It's incline and render ing 1t safe. The commission made [
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TUESDAY, JANUARY IA, 1886
A Thought for Today

Deliver me not over unto the will of mine enemies; for false witnesses are risen up against me, and such as breathe out cTueity'-FSaims S7:12.
 Observe your enemies for they first find out your faults--Antisthenes
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Out the Window

When the United states su. preme Court last week declared the Agricultural Adjustment Act unconstitutional, by . score of SIX
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-01-14

.The campaign has started early this time. And wouldn't 1t be dreadful if, by midsummer, everybody got tired of 1t and went back to work?
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-01-14
Horoscope
JANUARY N

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Along with lower passenger rates, the railroads might try express freight trains travelling as fast as motor trucks.
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Enemies

Enemies
 There is another crowd which hates the Court 50 heartily that they would remove from It's juris- diction anything more important than drunk-and- -disorderly cases. They want The Tribunal of The Terrible Nine as they characterize 1t, put out of business for the same reason the stalwartS want 1t pre- served untouched and untouch- able, because they say 1t is the ul- timate stronghold of American conservatism. They vociferate that its decisions are tainted with poe litical considerations and expedi- ency; that 1t is the best pocket possession of Big Business; and that 1t is an intolerable check on progressive legislation. They hate the Court because of It's acts but more because of it's friends. And they are quite as irrational In their denunciations as the other outfit is in it's fatuous obeisance. Not Even Pink
 There is still another group, rapidly increasing in numbers, neither Red nor Reactionary nor Pink. To them the Supreme Court, as the interpreter of the Constitu- ton, has by reason of its decisions on legislation enacted by the Roosevelt administration suddenly become an object of the most in- tense interest. They are neither lawyers nor stalwarts but ordinary individuals with average intelli- gence and education who want to know why and how laws intended to benefit them have been wiped out by . court which to most of them has been in the past nothing more than c name. They want to be answered isi language they can understand. Tn this particular they are out of luck. If anyone. not versed in the jargon of legal decisions, can extract c clear uri- derstanding of the reasons under lying the majority opinion In the A.A.A. case. he or she can qualify in the judgment of this depart ment as . mental marvel.
 Puzzled!
 Whatever else the New Deal has done for, or to, the country 1t has to its credit an all important
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Friends

~ 6 SSeaN~S
 There has always been a large and powerful group in this coun- try which venerates the Supreme Court as another Ark of the Covenant. To them 1t is Q branch
 of the government 50 sacro- sanct that any unfavorable criticism of its acts is nothing short of treason, and to be pun ished as such. The group Is not composed 50 much of precedent worshipping lawyers as 1t is of those stalwarts of the industrial, financial, and business world who hold the tribunal in tdolatrouS esteem not because 1t is the guar dian of American liberty but be- cause 1t is the ultimate stronghold of American conservatism.
 In their eyes 1t is almost always more infallible than the Pope and more ifnpeccable than the Bera. phim. once in Q dogs age, how ever, even this element is moved to Q whisper of protest when the findings of the revered justices do not sit well. An example in point was furnished last year when Q majority of the bench called the wrong turn in the gold clause case.