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Evening star., 1936-05-31

mates, no slightest gesture of emotion. The
pilot listened silently to the reports of the
mechanics and the field engineers. Fuel pres
sure Oxygen. Automatic feed valves. Every
thing was set had been for weeks. He
nodded heavily. A group of reporters pressed
about him; pencils scrawled eagerly.
us it true, Mr.. Grierson, that you expect
to bring back specimen of life from the
moon1" He frowned slightly, moved as if to
escape the pressing questions.
Doctor Fayette will tell you what you
want to know" he said. There was nothing
of the sort suggested. am an engineer, not
a theorizer ="
The sharp clang of a bell cut across the
confusion. Seven minutes to go!' someone
shouted, "Start moving 'em back!'
A few puffs of light from the cameramans
flash bulbs winked across the scene. Then the
field crew cleared the spectators away. There
were not many more than few hun
Evening star., 1936-05-31

plume of fame shot back, throwing into daz-
zling relief the steelwork of the launching
tower, the distant buildings, the massive ram
part. It swelled in volume, wavered uncer-
tainly, then stiffened out into great roaring
geyser of incandescence that f1ared into
mushroom of fame where it struck the fire.
brick foundations. The blackly silhouetted
projectile leaped upward under the impact of
the recol; the shrek of white-hot gases reeled
through the night. In one time -shattering in
slant it had hurled itself upward with colossal
force. Like an anguished meteor it roared to-
wards the zenith in liquid shaft of light -
up, up. through the still night air - up where
the atmosphere thinned and thinned and
dwindled away to the near-nothingness of the
stratosphere. Up, beyond this death-still re-
gion to the infinitely rarifed zone of the
Heaviside layer, where the great, unknown
electronic currents from the sun weave
(Continvsd on peee 15)
Evening star., 1936-05-31

The most daring dream that men
haze euer had is that some day
a citizen of the world may reach
the moon. If a traveller from the
earth ecer looks doVn on those
desolate mountains, it will prob
ably be through the windoW OF q
rocket. Euen n0,V, in remote spots
such as RosWeH, NeW Mexico,
safe from the interference Of the
curious, scientists dream and plan
and experiment. VIII they ecer
succeed? This story is a drama
tization of the conditions OF q
flight TO the moon as foreseen BY
bresent-day scientists, and writtea
BY the editor of "ASt7OnanticS,
the Journal of the American
Rocket Society.
Evening star., 1936-05-31

Nlvstrofioss by E. T. Word
dred. The world had not been really
convinced that what was about to be
attempted ever would actually happen.
1t was too fantastic, too fabulous -
there had been too many false proph-
cts, too many false starts. Just so
had the first efforts of the Wright
brothers been received. Of course. said
the public, they were nothing but ILL
advised hoaxes.
Back - back behind the rampartv
The circle of figures grew wider, sank
into the shadow of the protecting bull
wark. The great machine loomed in
sombre isolation. The pilot was helped
into the tiny compartment near the
bow. the flashlights of the men holding
the temporary wooden ladder glimmer-
ing like fireflies. Then the pilot slipped
through the manhole, the heavy cover
thudded shut, and the men clambered
down and hurried away across the de-
serted field, suddenly afraid of the tor
nado of power leashed in the entrails
of the big metal fish. Liquefied hydro
gen and oxygen - the most concen-
trated form of energy controlled by
man more potent than dynamite.
than nitro-glycerine!
The voices of the watchers were dy-
ing away - just a remark here and
there, almost whispered. God! I'd hate
to be in that mans place he's sure
going to heaven in one big hurry"
Overhead the pale moon was creeping
imperoeptibly toward the meridian;
straining eyes could just make out the
glow of earthshine on its darkened limb.
Inside the black hulk of the rocket
delicate electric chronometer was pulls
ing inaudibly, ticking off the minutes
before the automatic controls would re-
lease the sky-searing energy of the great
machine; the instant of ignition, which
had been astronomically determined,
would have to be absolutely correct.
The tension of the watchers grew in
tolerable. They shifted uneasily in the
darkness, clutched watches in damp
hands. Before their strained eyeballs.
the vague torpedo bulk seemed to
waver, to shift and blur in the darkness.
Then suddenly there was the shrill
hiss of escaping gas, and a vicious green
electric spark suffering within the cav
ernous stern. In an instant a great
Evening star., 1936-05-31
YER the lonely plain of Beres-
ford Experimental Field
hung the chill atmosphere
preceding a discouraged

bulbs burned in the corrugated iron
sheds grouped in the distance, and a
watery crescent moon hung in the sky.
Toward the center of the muddy ex-
panse was confused vortex of human
activity. Lights were flashing, there
was murmur of voices, and the clink
of metal on the still air.
A ring of bystanders stood about,
vague pale-faced figures with the col
lars of their coats turned up. They were
watching the movements of the me
chanics as they worked about the ma
chine that loomed above them, weirdly
picked out in deep shadows and curves
of reflected light. Squatting enmeshed
in the girderwork of steel tower, it
was like a great metallic fish - huge
projectile forty feet long, vaned and
streamlined. Its stern, instead of taper
ing away to point, was gaping hole,
coal-black, as uncomforting to look into
as the mouth of a volcano.
This should be the last time you
recompute my course elements, Fay
ette." said the stocky man in worn
coveralls who was standing at the base
of the great rocket. THE chances are
that | won't find better atmospheric
conditions in long time. I'm glad to
be on my way, to tell the truth. Nine
teen months is too much putting of"
He spoke stolidly, oblivious of the
worry in the faces about him. His
heavy features were set in mask of
intense concentration.
There were no farewells, no dra-
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-02-11
Local Man Freed In
 Meriden Auto Death
Ernest Gregoire AbsOlved of Responsibility
 to Direct Course of Car After Front Spring Breaks

by the Moody-Wilcox company of Waterbury, and operated at the time by one of their salesmen, Err nest Gregoire of 60 East Clay street, Waterbury, Q duly licensed operator of motor vehicles in this state. He was removed to the Meriden hos- pital immediately after the acci- dent and was pronounced dead on arrival, death being due to the in- juries so received. The accident happened just west of the bridge over the railroad tracks of the Wa. terbury line.
 Deceased was travelling in a westerly direction while Gregoire who was demonstrating the motor vehicle to @ prospective purchaser who accompanied him, was travel. ing in an easterly direction. Just before the motor vehicle reached the bridge the front left spring broke with the result that the front of the car dropped down. Gregoire immediately applied his brake, as a result of which the car shot over to the left hand side of the road, and I find that though he tried, he did not have strength enough to pull the car back to the right hand side of the road, and deceased was struck and killed as before de- scribed.
 T find that Gregoire's speed was 25 to 30 miles an hour which under normal conditions at that point would not have been excessive. Af- Yer the boy was struck Gregoire rec leased his brake and find that with the brake released the car could be steered. I am of the opin- ion that If he had not applied his brake at all when the spring first broke that he would have been able to direct the movement of the car and have avoided the accident but in the emergency when he felt the front go. he instinctively applied his brake. There is no evidence of gross or wilful misconduct or negligence in the case and I therefore find that the said Ernest Gregoire is not criminally responsible for the death of deceased.
 JAMES J. CORRIGAN,
 Coroner for New Haven County,
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-02-11
7oresters Completing Great Membership Campaign
Post Office Adopts
 New Merit System
Special Marks for Efficient Service-Effective March
 I-AI Demerits Ordered Erased From Records

good work they do. The new system goes into effect after March 1, and all previous demerlt marks will be erased from the records of the men. Postmaster Charles Babin pointed out this morning that the introduc- ton of the rewards" will act in such o way as to encourage @ man to do better work. In the past, the only reward for having O perfect record for attendance, for prompt- ness and general dispensation of duties, was the absence of ones name from Q demerit list. Tn the future an employe will receive awards for good work. He will be eligible for advancement.
 System Explained
 The local postmaster also pointed out this morning that there has been no mention made of the pre- vious method of cleaning the slate of 8 man every June 30th and that many persons might be under the impression that the black marks chalked up against the record of an employe kept increasing every year. After June 30th he would start in a new year with e clean slate. Now the date has been changed and the man will also have chance to de- rive some benefit from the good work he does.
 P. o. Employees Pleased
 MT. Babin also stated that tho introduction of the new system has been a long felt want in the post office department and that the em- ployes here regard the installation of the new method of reward with considerable satisfaction. At con- ventions to be held in New Haven next month the state employees are expected to discuss the system in full. Each postmaster Is responsible for the setting up of his own rec ward system.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-02-11
Nation SMITH SUPPORTS DEFENSE PLANS
Congressman From 5th Conn. District Lines Up
 With Preparedness Bloc

Congressman J. Joseph Smith of this city, as Q member of the house military affairs committee, yester- day lined himself up with Q group seeking immediate inauguration of a program providing for the pur- chase of 800 new army planes and spare engines annually. A bitter fight on the matter is expected on the floor of the house in congress because the house appropratio1s committee favors funds for only 665 planes and has pared the item for spare engines down to the bone. Congressman McSwain of the mili- tary affairs committee, is In favor of the same program as that agreed to by Congressman Smith.
 According to Congressman Smith tho proposal of the appropriations committee that spare engine pro- curement be limited to 50 per cent is very inadequate. He stated that through personal observation he has learned that the army Is short of spare engine needs in certain types of planes now and added that un- less the engines are secured many planes must be withdrawn from use. The lives that would be saved would justigy expenditures for 100 spare engine requirements, he de- clared. .s.
 Furthermore, he argued that the 565 planes favored by the appropri- ations committee would not allow any building up of the country's show that 566 planes will be lost through crashes and obsolescence cir force. In all, he said, figures during the year. .4,r.t
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-02-11
Seven Local Courts
 Arranging Special
 Exercises As Climax
Largest Class of Candidates in Cys History Being Organized for Initiation Grand Chief Ranger Od-
 Ium to OffiCiate Here-J. J. Walsh on Committee

ceremonies for the seven courts of Waterbury.
 In Memoriam
 The campaign hes been dedicated in Connecticut to the memory of the late John ?. Cosgrove of Hart. ford, past supreme chief ranger and in the United States to Supreme Chief Rranger Hornblower of Cali. fofnia. James J. Walsh of Meriden, Grand Court treasurer for forty years, IS Q member of the national membership committee.
 Grand Chief Ranger Frank R. Odlum of Unionville and Hartford, Is directing the state campaign in his characteristic energetic man. ner. He is expected to attend the united courts initiation ceremonies here in April. Recently he and MT. Walsh werG featured in Q radio broadcast from Station WATR and plan to return here shortly for an- other evening program lon the air"
 District Deputy Ralph Brandely Is supervising the local arrange ments. Connecticut's quota has been placed ct 5000 new members or reinstatement of former members. From all parts of the state come gratifying reports that the cam paign Is clicking and that some of the old time enthusiasm of the Foresters Is greatly in evidence. I'm. proved industrial conditions are, of course, regarded as one of the con- tributing reasons for the revival of interest in fraternal affairs.
 State Convention
 The next Grand Court session in Connecticut will be held in Derby next May. Due to increased nem- h:rship locally Waterbury's delega- ton will be greatly increased. It is possible that the local courts will seek to place another Waterbury man in line of succession for grand chief honors.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-02-11

Regarded not only as one of the greatest fraternal membership cam paigns conducted in Connecticut in years, but as Q convincing Nlus- tration that "better times" are here, seven local subordinate courts of the Toresters of America are pro. ceeding with elaborate prepara- tons toward the climax of an in- tensive roundup of former and new members. The last week of the present month has been designated by supreme court officers as "Tath- CTS, Sons and Sons.in.Law Week." Every court in the United States will hold special ceremonies.
 In tae advance guard of prize. winning courts is Court Verdi of Waterbury. It has already been presented with complete set Of official embiems for its staff of ofh- cers. Court Welch of Waterville Is rehearsing It's champion degree team, which will oftlciate shortly in New Hartford, Torrington and at the exemplification of the degree
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-02-11
Tardy Returns Aid
 Tuberculosis Fund
Possibility of $4,5OO Quota Being Realized Here Grows More Favorable Daily; Letters Show Interest

along their offerings because of the fact, that during the Christmas &C., tivities, the seal sale envelope has been lost or mislaid. The sending, of the tracers is part of the seal sale contract and serves to remind peo- pie of the forgotten seals. It also serves es most accurate check on the league records if there has been any error in carding and filing the returns.
 Excerpts
 The following excerpts from typical letters received by the Amer ican Tuberculosis League clearly demonstrate the reason why so many of the contributions have not been sent in as yet.
 Sorry to be so late with my contribution but forgot 1t com- pletely."
 Enclosed find two dollars for Christmas seals, and thanks for the reminder"
 Please pardon delay. My con- tribution for seals enclosed. May I congratulate you on the wonderful work your organiza- ton has accomplished and which I know will continue in the future"
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-02-11
HOPEVILLE INDIES
 PLAN CARD PARTY
Community Club Picks Patrick Egan Chair.
 man of Event

Patrick Egan heads the commit tee of the Hopeville Community Club arranging plans for Q card party at the Hopeville school gym on the 18th. The proceeds will go to the Hopeville Indies. Bridge. pin- ochle and forty-flve teams will par ticipate. Others on the committee are: Secretary, Clifford Waugh; and Frank ODonnell, John MaZzarella, John Buckley, Peter Guglielno, James O'Donnell and Edward Mag zarella.
 An auxiliary committee is also as- sisting in the arrangements. It in- cludes: Mrs. Patrick Egan and Miss Mae Mccarthy, in charge of prizes; Miss Mae Lannen and Miss Candida Mazzarella, in charge of entertain ment. Mrs. Earl MacCullum, Mrs. Frank McCue, Miss Viola Goutney and Miss Jeanne Quigley, in charge of candy.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-02-11

Ernest dregoire of this city is ab-' solved of any responsibility in the accident in Meriden which caused the death of John P. Fowler, 10, Coroner James Corrigan of New Haven issuing Q finding last night. The accident took place in Meriden January l7.
 The local man was driving across some railroad tracks and the jolting broke e spring in his car. Tn apply ing his brakes, the car went out of control and struck the boy as he was riding by on Q bicycle. The boy died while being taken to the hos. pital.
 The coroner's finding follows:
 "On Jan. i7, l036, while riding on his bicycle on West Main street in Meriden, he was injured when struck by the Rockne coupe, owned
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-02-11
ANGELO PASTORE
 TO SING IN SHOW

Under the experienced direction of Jack Fitzgerald, the Sacred Heart minstrel troupe is preparing dili- gently for the presentation of their second annual minstrels at Hamil- ton Park, Friday evening, February 2lst.
 Those privileged to witness recent rehearsals have been loud in their praise of the efforts of the cast. The show should be packed with good vocalists, Q well trained chorus, dancing, and comedy of clean and wholesome description. Abundant talent has been found in the sec- ton and for this reason the Sacred Heart Club are certain that the suc- cess of the venture will be repitition year after year.
 To mention a few of those to ap- pear with the cast, there will be Angelo Pastore, chubby East End tenor whose delivery is original and unique; Miss Esther Farina, so- plano, Vincent Kelly, Noreen Cros- by, Charles Connors and Vincent Manzolle.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-02-11
ADVISORS ENJOY
 SUPPER MEETING

President Howard E. Coe, Advisors Club. welcomed three prospective members of the club, at @ supper meeting at Central Y. M. o. A. last night. The three visitors were mem- bers of the Engineering Department of Scovill Company. Chris Witteveld. Charles Curry and John s. Holley They expressed themselves very much pleased with the work of the Advisors Club in furnishing leader ship 10 rthe many groups of young men and boys and expressed 8 de- sire to participate in its activities.
 Mrs. Leila T. Alexander of Pearl Street Community House gave a talk on Race Relations, enphasiz- ing the part the Advisors can play in a program of education this week that is being carried on in the various clubs of the Y. M. Q. A.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-02-11

Dr. John S. Staneslaw, well known Waterbury psychiatrist, will be the guest speaker at the Central Y Health Forum Tuesday, February II, at s:30. Dr. Stancs- law will take as . topic, ''Mental Disorders Their Cause and Treat- ment."
 The psychology class of "Mat- tatuck College" under the direc- ton of Geirgc Thomas, will at- tend the lecture in . group.
 Dr. Edward A. Herr will preside as chairman. The usual question period will follow the lecture by Dr. Staneslaw.
 The Forum Is open to the gem cral public and all are invited tO attend.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-02-11

With the sale of Tuberculosis seals having netted @ total of $4,- 27S.86 to date, 1t is now confidently expected that the goal of $4,500 needed for the year 1886. will be ar- rived at in e short time. The amount necessary to reach the amount of $4,500 is being sought by means of tracer or reminders" that have been sent out during the past week.
 It is believed that many regular contributors who have not yet been heard from have neglected to send
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-02-11
STIPULATION SUM
 FOR TWISTED MAN

A stipulation agreement btween Carmen Grozzo, of 549 Main street, Winsted, and the First National Stores, Inc, approved In compensa- ton court today by Commissioner James M. Lynch, provides for pay ment of $505.l2 to the claimant. In addition, doctor bills amounting to approximately $320 will be paid.
 drozzo was injured June 1, 1885, and claimed compensation but his claim was disputed. Todays stipu- lation is in full and final settlement of his claim. Grozzo's right hip was injured.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-02-11
CWOANS TO HEAR
 GUEST SPEAKERS

Race Relations Week got off to Q flying start at Central Y. M. o. A.. last night. Mrs. Alexander, execu- tive secretary of the Pearl Street Community Center, addressed the Advisors meeting at 6:30 and later met with the Psi Phi Theta club at s:i5. The Spartans were ad- dressed by Mr. Alexander. Miss Ines Alexander spoke to the Beta Hi-Y on the same subject. Tonight two members of the Pearl Street Com munity Center address the Cwoans in the Central Building and the Falcons at Brooklyn.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-02-11
SERGEANT GETS
 WRITER'S CRAMP

If you ask police. they'll tell you that bad driving conditions mean that Waterbury's drivers take Q lot more pains with their driving. And, as proof. they'll point out that the city hasn't had an auto accident since Friday night at s o'clock. There hasn't been a mishap report ed in the past four days, which is something of a record.
 MY accident book is clean as 'a
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-02-11

Under the new merit system of Postmaster James A. Farley, in which postal employees will be re- warded for what is considered efn- cient work, all local men working for the post office here will have Q chance to advance, according to the
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-02-11

whistle" announced the desk off, cer, Sergeant Joseph Francis Xavier Aloysius Bagley, at headquarters this morning. "On good days I get writer's cramp here putting down reports of accidents. but when the weather's bad the drivers all take more care. Maybe we ought to have snowstorm every day and we wouldn't have any accidents"
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-02-11
St. Stan's 'sA.A.
 Newsettes

The semi-monthly meeting of the St. stans will be held February 18th ct 8 p. m., at the clubrooms, l54 East Farm street. All members are urged to be present. Final ar- engagements for the dance will be
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-02-11

The Spades lead with e high three game 1l02. High game, Walter Mar kawich, l37.
 The basketball team defeated Southington 70-28 and lost to Thompsonville 3l-32. The club has signed up Ferrie of the Princetons and Ansonia White Flashes for the balance of the season. Charlie Seu- cowski, a teammate of Ferrie scored twelve loops against Southington. John Bogus of St. Stans and Eggy of the Thompsonville team demon- strated the art of fighting during the third period which resulted in a riot.
 John Mrozinski was the recent winner of a hope chest. Best wishes for the future Johnny.
 Vinny Cheb boasts of his boxing ability but still leads with his chin.
 Phil Brovick lays claim to the "pi- noche" title but must oppose the verbal arguments ofsEd Mrozinski.
 Adam Fiftal and Jack 6erinski are A. a~fu
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-02-11
FULL WEATHER REPORT

Boston. Feb. ii--(UP)--woather forecast: FM
 Massachusetts and Rhode Isiand ---Partly cloudy, continued cold to- night. Wednesday fair. g
 Connecticut -- Partly cloudy, con tlnued cold tonight. Wednesday fair