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The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-03-30
PIECE OF GLASS
 LOCATED IN PIE
w. s. Alta Sues Stratfield Hotel for $1,OOO on
 Unusual Charge

Trial of two suits in which ll.000 damages are asked will begin in common pleas court tomorrow. In one of the suits w. S. Alta of this city seeks $1,O00 from the Hotel Stratfield, Bridgeport, charging that he found a substance resembling glaSs in a piece of pie that he was eating at the hotel.
 In a writ drawn by Attorney James M. Lynch, Alta charged that pn July 4, 1884, he was eating in the Bridgeport hotel. He ordered a piece of apple pie, he charges, and It was served, but while eating 1t he found himself chewing a substance that resembled glass.
 The hotel will be defended by At torney Walter Monagan, ST.
 In the other suit, Mrs. Olga Kubansky brings suit for $10,000 for her five year old daughter, Helen, to recover for injuries allegedly sus- tained when defective railing hurled her down stairs at 427 North Main street August 3, 1935. The suit is brought against Fannie Mar golis. owner of the North Main street property.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-03-30

life throughout the city.
 In 1900 he became engaged in banking and steamship agency and later became associated with the firm of Mancini, Ruggiero and Palomba. MT. 'Palomba retired in 1883 after many active years spent among the business circles of the city. He was held in high regard by all with whom he had been asSo- ciated in business and social groups.
 MT. Palomba is survived by his wife, Marianna; five sons, Attorney Frederick Palomba, Charles, Pas quale, Daniel and Benjamin; three daughters, Mrs. Roland Ruggiero, Mrs. Modestino Spagnuolo and Miss Bettina Palomba of this city; one brother, Carmine of Bristol and 13 grandchildren.
 The funeral will be held on We'd nesday morning at 8 o'clock from the home to Our Lady of Mount Carmel church where solemn mass of requiem will be celebrated at g o'clock. Burial will be in Calvary cemetery.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-03-30
CHILDREN STAGE
 ALL-STAR REVUE
First Annual Show Pre- scented By Our Lady of
 Mt. Carmel Troupe

More than 600 persons taxed the capacity of the recreation hall of the Church of Our Lady of Mt Carmel last night and vigorously applauded the children of the par ish, who offered their first annual All-Star revue. Rev. Michael J Lynch, pastor, opened the program of the evening, citing and lauding the talent of the children and stat ing that those on the stage com prised only a part of the juvenile entertainers of the parish. Other churches, he said, come to MT. Car mel in search of talent for their en- tertainments.
 The program of the evening was given under the sponsorship of the junior and senior Holy Name socie- ties and the committee consisted of Rocco Ciampi, Anthony Colucci, Ambrose Maggi, Patrick Russo, Pa trick Varanelli, John J. Savino, Salvatore Fibre, Charles Amodeo and Charles Spiotti,
 The cast of the stage offering was under the direction of Alex Com ardo, popular instructor of stage tap dancing and whose reputation in this field is statewide. The pian- ist was Miss Concetta Vassalo.
 To attempt to determine the biggest hit of the evening would be too difficult for each number drew round after round of applause. An- thony Putetti distinguished himself in the role of master of ceremonies for more than 20 numbers were offered in considerably less time than one and 8 half hours.
 Vocal selections were given by Irene Johnson, Catherine Mastri- ami, Helen Rocco, Fannie Rossi and John Grappone. Dance routines were performed by Irene Johnson and Catherine Mastrianni, Helen Rocco, Lucille Colucci, Josephine Alebro, Gloria DeLillio and Covelli and Camardo duo.
 Anthony Putetti gave an imper- sonation and Al Comardo, director, entertained with an impersenation of Jack Blue, former Broadway dancer. MT. Putetti was assisted in his act by Josephine Alebro and Eleanor Comardo.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-03-30
COURT HOTEL TO
 OPEN WEDNESDAY
Maurice Walsh to Manage BuSiness-COcktailB Bar
 Is Installed

Wednesday, April 1, the Court Hotel will be reopened for business under new management. The hotel and restaurant, located at Leaven- worth street and Harrison avenue, across from the county court house, have been purchased by Maurice Walsh, local business man.
 MT. Walsh will manage the hotel and restaurant personally. In charge of the popular dining room, where moderately-p priced luncheons and dinners will be served, will be Mrs. Ida Walsh. fromerly of the Old Col noy inn, Meriden.
 The new management hopes that the Court hotel and restaurant will become the rendezvous of Water- burians seeking good meals at ex- tremely moderate prices. The Court will also have cocktail bar, serv- ing delicious and tempting drinks.
 Whether it's a full meal, sand wich or a cocktail that is desired, MT. Walsh and his assistants assure patrons of 8 warm welcome in a friendly atmosphere at the Court hotel and restaurant.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-03-30
WATERFOWL MAN
 SUED FOR ST. ,OOO

Suit for sl,O00 against John Mar. doia of Watertown was instituted in common pleas court today by At- torney George Crocicchia, as admin no Promuitico.
 The Home Owners Loan Corpor- istrator of the estate of Constanti- ation in the same court filed fore- closure action against Ernest J Crockett and others. Property on Chester avenue is involved.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-03-30
SUPERIOR COURT OPENS WEDNESDAY

Opening of the spring session of superior court here, slated for to- morrow, will not take place until at least Wednesday. due to the in- ability of Judge Earnest Simpson to be here. AS soon as Judge Simpson is free, he will begin presiding here in civil cases, with the criminal ses- sion for April due to begin next Tuesday.
 Judge Frank P. McEvoy, due in New Haven tomorrow, will instead remain here to continue trial of two suits now underway. They are the $45, ,O0O action of Emilio Caruso and Anna Marangio against the First National Stores, Inc.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-03-30
ALBION STREET
 BLAZE QUELLEn

Famed by light wind, brush fires gave firemen trouble tiii1 morning in several sections of tile city. Engine 5, was called out at l2:27 for a fire started by burning papers on Albion street. Other brush fires were extinguislled by Engine 5, Southnayd roa, 7:02 this morning; and by Engine on paF4 ker avenue in the Rockville section at 1l:32 o'clock.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-03-30

were: William E. Watt, president of the association; Donald Mo- Kellar, treasurer, and James Barr, secretary; Joseph Mackie, presi- dent of the Burns club; John Pearson, vice-president; James Gardner, James Barr, William Mclean, Donald G. Mcintosh, Richard Story, James Wilson, AL fred Armstrong, Andrew Wylie, Alexander Clark, James Mo- Naught, George Crichton, Robert Mackie, Matthew Tannahill and Pierce Carew.
 The 18th degree, grand pontiff, will be exemplified in complete ceremonial form at Masonic temple tonight under the auspices of Lafyette Consistory. s. P. R. S., Ancient, Accepted Scottish Rite of America. Many members of the 32nd degree from all parts of the state arc expected to attend.
 The ceremony will start at 8 o'clock and the following Water bury personnel will participate:
 Prolog, Harry J. Beardsley; grand pontiff, John w. Potter; senior prelate, Rev. Dr. John N. Lewis; junior prelate, Harvey B. Riggs; grand orator, Roberts G. Hannegan; senior deacon, w. Bray: junior deacon, James w. Burhoc; hermes, George s. Bisset; Manu, Herbert w. Coe; Philo, Charles Kellogg; John, The odore V. Meyer; Philetus, Dr. Ar thur T. Gilyard; spirit of darkness, James A. Burns; spirit of Masonry, Robert H. Batten.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-03-30
COMPLAINANT HELD

Meriden, Conn, March 30 = GU. P0-Police Chief Michael B. Car roll, from his office window, ob- served a car being driven "errat- iically" up to the police station. A moment later Earle Thompson. 30, walked up to the desk to enter a complaint involving domestic trou- bles. He was placed under arrest charged with driving under the in- fluence of liuuor.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-03-30
COTTAGES AT MOUNT
 TOM BROKEN INTO

Litchfield, March 30.-In series of breaks at summer cottages in the vicinity of Mount Tom pond thieves footed five cottages an in- vestigation by state police disclosed Saturday. David Strong, caretakel of Mount Tom state park, discover ed the burglaries and notified Canaan state police barracks Pending an inventory by owners of the cottages, the amount of loss is unknown.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-03-30
Prominent Italian
 Resident Dies .o-day
Nicola PaIOmbO, Native of Italy Came Here 50 Years
 AgO-Ormer Banker Children Widely Known

Nicola Palomba, 73, well known Italian resident of the city, died this morning at his home, 1900 Bank street after a brief illness. He was native of Italy, but came to this city in 1886 making his home here since that time. Mir. Palomba was well known among the early Italian residents of the city and had num- erous friends in various walks of
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-03-30
EIGHTEEN KILLED

Boston, March 30. - (UP).- Eighteen persons were killed in mo- tor vehicle accidents in Massachu- sets last week, according to the re- port of Registrar Frank A. Goodwin. This was 13 more than in the pre- vious week and seven fewer than in the corresponding period last year. Victims included 12 pedestrians and six occupants.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-03-30
Order of Rainbow

Order of Rainbow
 Members of Waterbury assembly, Order of Rainbow, enjoyed their annual mystery ride Saturday night. The route led from the Masonic temple to Woodbury town hall where a program of dancing and singing was enjoyed. The committee in charge of arrange ments for the affair included Lois Fenton, Carroll Knibbs, H. Whit taker, Gladys Shepard and Mar garet Stevens.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-03-30
PATHOLOGIsT VERY ILL

Meriden, Conn, March 30-U.PJ John A. Ferguson. 38, pathologist at Meriden hospital is in a "very serious" condition as a result of blood poisoning contracted while performing an autopsy.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-03-30
FRATERNAL NEWS---
Burns Club Aid Association Commemorates Fist Anniversary Masonic Temple Scene of Unusual Ritual Ceremonies Tonight-Concordia Singing
 Society Holds Annual Masquerade.

Baker, Janice Thompson and Roy Walman. Another family night program will take place Friday night. Tickets for the annual grotto circus were distributed. The circus vii ltake place the entire week of May 4th at the armory.
 COncOrdia Singing Society
 Two hundred persons attended a masquerade in Concordia hall Saturday night sponsored by the Concordia Singing society. Prizes for the best costumes were award- ed to Mrs. Francis Theodor, MT. and Mrs. Edward Moore, Cecile Moore, John McKenna and Ernest Erickson. The judges were MT. and Mrs. Richard Groetzebach, Luke Bowling and Mrs. Anna Carter. The arrangements committee was headed by Charles Dreher and Curt Arndt.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-03-30
Burns Club

Burns CIuD
 The 2lst anniversary of the Burns Club Aid association was celebrated with a banquet at the Bosco Grill on Saturday night an Scottish songs were sung by the assembled group. Those present
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-03-30
Zindah Grotto

More than 300 persons attended family night program in Temple hall Saturday night sponsored by Zindah Grotto. Among the enter tainers were Eleanor Day, Albert
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-03-30

Holland has established a speed limit of l2s miles an hour in cit- ieS,
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-03-30
WPA CHECKS FOUND
 IN BACK CAB SEAT

More than a score of United States treasury checks amounting to nearly $l,000 were given to WPA employees today after they (the checks) had spent the night at the police station. The cheeks were turned over to police by Walter Gaunt, of 47 Granger street, taxi cab driver. who found them in his cab in Exchange place. Police said they were dropped by WPA fore man.
 Tokyo and 172 other places in Japan now have radio telephone service to Shanghai, China.
The Washington times., 1936-02-21
MOVIE
CLOCK

RKO KEITH'S-Robert Donat in
1.-The Ghost Goes West" 11:15
a. m: 1875. 3:29, 5:39, 7:4S.
9:53 p. m.
Major Bowes, 12:4s: 2:5s, 5:os,
7:13, 9:17 P. M.
FOX-Harold Lloyd In 1.-THE
Milky Way 10:40 a. M; 1870,
4:20. 7:10. 9:55 p. m. Stage,
1885. 3:25, 6:15, 8 p. m.
PALACE-Nelson Eddy in "Rose
Marie" 1885 a. m; 2:05, ABS,
7:05, 9:35 p. m.
COLUMBIA-Eddie Cantor in
Strike Me Pink" II a.. nj;
1:1O, 1920, 5:25, 7:35, 9:43 p. m.
EARLE-Wendy Barrie in Mil
lions in the Air" 10 a. M; 1910,
2:20, 4:30, 6:4O, 8:55, 11:05
p. m. Stage, 1920 a. M; 1870,
3:45, 5:55, 8:05, 10:15 p. m.
METROPOLITAN-Conrad Veidt
in "King Of the Damned" 11:10
am; 1:10, 1870. 5:25, 7:35, $40
p. m.
LITTLE-William Powell in THE
Thin Man" 1927 a. M. 1881,
3:35. 5:39 TAB, 9:47 p. m.
HOWARD-"The Murder of DR..
Harrigan," 1890; $3.50, 7:05,
1910 p. m. Stage. 2:30, $50,
$50 p. m. ...
The Washington times., 1936-02-21
New Fox Overture Is Featuring
Celebrities in TobIeoux

Three interesting tableaux
honoring George Washington.
Abraham Lincoln and Susan B.
Anthony, will form the Famous
February People overture to be
presented at Loew's Fox Theater
today by Phil Lampkin and the
Fox Concert Orchestra.
Abraham Lincoln will be por-
trayed by Paul Martin, a 20-year-
old resident of West Falls Church,
who bears a remarkable likeness to
the Great Emancipator.
Mrs. Clestelle Lewis, teacher of
art in the Progressive School at
Chevy Chase will depict Susan B.
Anthony, whose virtually single
handed efforts brought about
women'S suffrage. This, incident
ally, marks the first occasion, that
any downtown theater has paid
homage to this great American
woman.
The character Of George Wash
ington will be enacted by Elmer
]. Coe, a venerable member Of
the Sons of the American Revo-
luton. Mr.. Coe depicted this
same character at the D. A. r.
The Washington times., 1936-02-21
Kings Bond Is
Full ofWoItz

The type Of music played by
Wayne King and his orchestra,
which has reached the nation over
the coast-to-coast networks on his
unique radio broadcaSts, is the e
suit Of a decision made years ago.
Wayne King has always been q
student Of psychology and is o
firm believer in the theory that
music should be idealized, cher
ished, and guarded from the in
trusions Of evil and barbaric as
Sault.
When the world passed through
an era Of Savagery as displayed
by the warning nations in the late
World War it was only natural
that its music took on somewhat
the same hue.
The world, very much disrupted
by the adjustments taking place,
was going through a period Of re-
adjustments in its music too, so
that the music symbolized TO a
great extend the diScordant ef-
fects of the ravages Of the war.
Musically, there were many
crimes performed under the name
Of "syncopation."
Mr.. King, nationally famous as
Americas waltz king, who brings
his orchestra to the Earle on Fri
day, was Just gaining a foot-hold
in the orchestra field when the
problem Of either joining the
ranks Of those who were dispens,
ing the distorted rhythms Of the
day, or keeping his music on the
path that he had chosen origi
nally, presented itself.
Originality. marking the key
note Of his musical character
overruled all else. and he decided
to keep his orchestra as it was
Needless to say, his decision has
been vindicated by the favor with
which his music has been met by
millions of listeners who loudly
and truly proclaim him-"Amer
ica's Waltz King"
The Washington times., 1936-02-21
Eddie Cantor Covets Star Role
In "Three Men On A Horse"
| COVER HOLLYWOOD

lcovered that Miss P. was no
longer in their opera.
Getting back to Miss Blondell
again: Warmers are teaming her
with Dick Powell in an epic en-
titled "Stage Struck" because
their romantic tendencies toward
each other have been so widely ad-
vertised that the public'S fancy
has been intrigued.
The following bit Of nonsense
leads one to believe that we're
really insane out here, to wit:
Lionel Stander Ian actor appear
ing with Dietrich in II Loved a
Soldier'D has q horror Of mice.
He found one in his apartment
and became so frightened that
he hasn't returned to his abode
since and that was days ago, so
I wouldn't be knowing where he
Is sleeping now. Probably-in a
mouse trap.
copyright. 1885. by King Features
Syndicate. Inc.)
The Washington times., 1936-02-21
SOME AMUSEMENT GLEANINGS
Screen Actors Guild Fights Use
Of Army and Navy in
Feature Pictures
By ANDREW r. KELLEY

Friday grab bag Of miscellaneous items Is it true that
Major Bowes will make personal appearance with the next
group Of his amateurs to play Washington providing he gets
luncheon invitation from the White House? Frank Law
ton English actor is his way from Hollywood to attend
the Monday night American premiere of Swee Aoes at
the National Theaer with his wife, Evelyn Laye the
incidentally Warner Bros make secret about their
financial interest in 'Sweet Aoes. They exploiting it
with trailer in their downtown theaters Eddie
anxious play the role in 'Three Men
Horse for the he announced in Philadelphia he
might make the picture for Warner Bros provided Sam Gold
wyn releases him for the job understand Al Joson
the roe though my belief that Charlie Buerworth
would do better job of this than either of the comedians
The Washington times., 1936-02-21

Dannual convention several weeks
ago.
With these three living charac
tiers bringing, for the life Of the
overture. at least, to life three
of February'S most prominent
people, the overture will be filled
with stirring music.
It is to be one Of the majcI
Supplementaries on the program
that is to feature Harold Lloyd
in the uproarious screen comedy
The Milky Way" and a stage
show headlined by Eddie Carr.
The Washington times., 1936-02-21
Writes Broadcast

Barry Trivers will join Eddie
Welch on the script Of Para
mounts big Broadcast of 1887"
This is the third big Broadcast"
production and will use the
choice of Paramount's entire con-
tract list Of players. Lewis Gems
Ter will produce the picture.
The Washington times., 1936-02-21
Nv LLOYD PANTAGES

HOLLYWOOD, Feb. 21.-Much
ado about nothing. Joe z. Brown
is currently done UP in . bed Of
pain with q throat infection .
Hear tell that Katie Hepburn will
have another fling on the New
York stage next fall. Obviously
the flopperoo she experienced in
'"The Lake" hasn't squelched her
in-the-flesh thespianizing ambi-
tions y. Wallie Beery won't have
to worry about the wolf for q
time. On his personal appearance
tour he's garnering seventy-five
hundred q week and so per cent
Of the house gross. Not badlll
Madge Evans, who started
out life as q child star and kept
right on going until now she Is q
grown-up star, never attended q
regular school In her entire vie.
Tutors gave her her education be-
tween pictures.
Carole Lombard's entrance at
the Donald Ogden Stewart party
Gin honor Of his wife's nervous
breakdown was really something.
She arrived in an ambulance on
stretcher and then, as though
that weren't spectacular enough.
about IL Of the male guests Tin.
cluding Clark Gable) dressed in
white ties and tails got out on
the tennis court for a Snappy
twelveSome. On account Of there
was q lack Of racquets, Mr.. G..
played with a broom. AS q mat
ter Of fact the Stewart party hit
an all-time high for the most in,
sane but most amusing brawl
ever to be given.
There is going to be q fine time
in the Joan Blondell mansion any
moment now, inaSmuch as en-
route from Australia is q tiny
bear and a small kangaroo. sent
on by a loving fan.
Believe Il or not, Mr.. Rip:
Myrna 10y and Robert Montgom-
cry have to wear sun glasses on
an artificial snow scene at Metro,
because if they don't the glare Of
the arc lights on the snow would
make them snowblind. And that's
not all. On the Romeo and
Juliet" set, due to atmospheric
changes, a cloud formed and float
ed around the sound stage, and
the only way they could get rid
Of it was to turn on the wind ma
chine and blow it out Rumor
has 1t that, due to taxpaying time,
all the studios will shut their por-
tails temporarily in March. Then
what will there be to write about
When but a twit in her early
teens, Janet Gaynor acted as q
bank messenger for a shoe shop
She looked so young and unso
phiSticated that none ever SuS
pected her Of carrying thousands
: of dollars around in her purse .
Speaking Of Gaynor. reminds one
Of Robert Taylor, because they're
making an opera together. Mr.
T., had he followed his original
inclination, would have never
struck the screen. He wanted tc
be a farmer in Nebraska.
The flu epidemic has filled ouI
hospitals so full that Johnny
Arledge IA Sufferer) had to be
taken into the home Of his friend
Una Merkel. There weren't beds
left any place. MitZi Mayfair, who
replaced Eleanor Powell in "At
Home Abroad" is going to con
tinue with the show now because
the ShubertS have at last broken
/ down and decided to give her bill
ing. Up to this moment they kept
the whole replacement secret be
cause they were afraid the public
wouldn't come in when they dis
"A
The Washington times., 1936-02-21
Desert Gold Nomadic

Very few Of the scenes in
Desert Gold" Paramount's film
version Of Zane Grey'S outdoor
romance, are being made at the
Paramount studio. Most Of the
film will be exposed at either
Palm Springs or Chatsworth on
location.
The Washington times., 1936-02-21

MAC Nance BLUNDER
N.B.C. is being numerically
roasted il actor circles for going
over to London and getting
Charles Laughton to recite Lin
coins Gettysburg address. But
VARIETY Il more amused over
Graham. McNanee's faux pas. He
announced: You've just heard
Charles LAughton recite the Get
tysburR address from the Metro
Goldwyn-Mayer production Of
"RuggleS Of Red Gap" This, Of
course, was news to Paramount
.. Young Bill Curley, jr., of Chi
cago, SON of the New York Jour
nails managing editor. is doing the
tub humping for Wayne King and
his band, currently at the Earle.
First press agent job for Mr.. Cur.
ley and the first time the radio
king has had a publiciSt. Wayne
King will go into the Waldorf.
Astoria, Of New York. for an ex-
tended engagement in the late
spring 1T is just a coincidence
that Xavier Cugat from the Wal
dorf with his rhumba band, with
the crack dance team of Georges
and Jalna, comes to the Earle
Theater, March 6.
EDDY KEEPS LINE BUSY
Nelson Eddy hooked up with
the motion picture editors yes
terday in a conference call be-
tween Newport News, Va, and
Carter vBarron's F street office
80. The SO per cent star of
Rose Marie" was giving q con-
cert and Norman Pyle as his
chaperonee arranged this wire
interview Mr.. Eddy has
shaken off the young lady who
has been following him ever
since he left California and now
all he has to please is the auto
graph hunters. The young lady
who attended all Of his concerts
up until this week has never
moleSted him. She told reporters
it was his voice that enchanted
her Mr.. Eddy has 70 more
concerts scheduled before May
Pictures have made him the
hottest kind Of a recital favorite
g. E. On the other hand pictures
have hurt Gladys Swarthout and
Lily PonS as concert attractions.
While Lawrence Tibbett's last
picture, metropolitan" went
floppo he is still dynamite at the
concert box office. So there you
are. 1t would be news if a star
said he was other than delighted
that Rose Marie" is breaking
box-office records. But Nelson
Eddy didn't. In fact he answered
pleasantly all the routine ques-
tions that editors can ask and
some inserted purely for box Of
flee purpose. Answered them so
that Raymond Bell will have some
nice clippings to stick into his al
ready well filled Rose Marie" al.
bum.
WOULD BAR U. S. ARMY
Gene Ford. the managing-dire
tor of the Fox, will be next Tues
day nights guest star on Bob
Hurleigh's celebrity program from
VOL. The Screen Actors Guild
Is waging a vigorous fight against
using the Army and Navy person
mel in feature pictures. They have
enlisted the aid of the Central
Labor Council of Los Angeles
which sent Secretary j. W. Buz-
zell to Washington to make formal
protest against the free use of the
defense branches Of the U. S.
service charging they are keeping
actors out Of work. Pictures now
in production on which the Gov
ernment Is cooperating in this way
are Sons O. Guns" by Warner
Bros. and ~. S. Smith" by Colum-
bia. The Guild recently pro-
tested to Twentieth Century-Fox
against using rs members Of Vic