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The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-02-12
UNDERWORLD IS INVESTIGATED
Munitions Committee las Started. Probe on Sup-
 ply of Armament
BY DONALD 0. VAN TINE

Copyright, 1886, by United Press)
 Washington, Feb. i2.-(UP)--The senate munitions committee will wind up It's public hearings next week by Investigating the trade in armament for the underworld, 1t was learned today.
 The committee summoned c for- mer "d.Man" and one of the na- tons leading ballistic experts among witnesses who will be asked to trace the domestic trade in machine guns and other deadly weapons that find their way to lin- derworld assassiils. gangsters and other criminals.
 The committee, 1t was understood, will undertake to trace armament from the gangster through retailer, wholesaler. and to its source. An effort also will be made to show that state laws designed to prevent illegal possession of guns arc inei- fective and easily evaded.
 Probe Sullivan Law
 The sullivan law" of New York state. which provides heavy pcnal- ties for anyone possessing or carry ing 6 gun without permit. will pc examined in detail by Al Wemplc, committee investigator who has spent more than year assembling data on the underworld traffic in arms. Investigators would not re-
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The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-02-12
THREE PEOPLE LOSE LIVES IN HOTEL BLAZE Two Women, One Man Are Victims - Seven Are
 Hurt Seriously WOMEN ARE NOT
 YET IDENTIFIED Police Sergeant Was Hero of Fire-Saved Many
 Other Guests

Lakewood, N. J., February l2 - (UP) - Two women and a man were burned to death today in a spectacular fire that destroyed the Vic- toria Mansion Hotel. Seven other persons were injured so seriously they were taken to the hospital and 20 re- ceived first aid treatment. Those in the hospital suf- fered chiefly from burns and hurts received when they jumped from windows. Only one of the dead was identified. He was Harry 0erlach, of the Bron$, N Y.
 Many of the guests of the hotel suffered from exposure since they were forced to flee in their night clothing as the three-story structure burned.
 Taken to Hospital,
 Those taken to the hospital in- cluded,
 Mrs, Pearl shaiin, 63, of New York, who was burned seriously and sustained additional injuries when she Jumped from her second floor window.
 Mrs. Rebecca Schwartz, 50. the Bronx, N. F.. injuries and burns.
 Louise Marco, s, address not known, whose feet were burned
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The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-02-12
HOLY PONTIFF'S
 ANNIVERSARY
l4th CommemOratiOn of His Coronation-
 monies Very Imposing
By RALpH FORTE

United Press Staff C0rresp0ndent)
 Vatican City, Feb. i2--tUP)-!The i4th' anniversary of the coronation of Pope Plus xI was, celebrated to- day with on imposing ceremony in the sistine chapel.
 After c magnificent procession from the vestment hall of the Vat- ican, the pontiff took his seat on the throne in the chapel where mass was celebrated by Cardinal Nasalli Rocca, archbishop of Bologna, sen- for of the Cardinals whom the pope has created during his reign.
 After the mass the procession rec turned to the vcstment hall, where the pope received the congratula- tons of his cardinals and high Vat. ican authorities.
 Homage of Cardinals
 For the ceremony, the pope de- sccnded from his private apart mcnts Into the vestment hall. There he received the homage Of the aS. sembled cardinals and his pontifical robes were put on him. Over the robes the pope wore a rich flowing mantle woven in red and gold. While he was being robed, the pro- ccssIon formed outside the hall. At the head were a company of Swiss Guards in their renaissance uni-
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The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-02-12
Will Demand Whole Truth From Bruno, or He
 Drops Case l12 ACQUITTALS IN
 ll6 MURDER CASES Will See Hauptmann in His Cell-Must Have All
 the Truth
New York. February 12

New York, February 12 -- (UP) = Samuel Liebowitz, famous criminal lawyer, to- day announced that he would visit Bruno Richard Hauptmann in the death house in Trenton and de- mand "the whole truth" of his connection with the Lind bergh Kidnapping as a condi- ton for accepting Haupt- mann'S case.
 The lawyer, who has Q record of ll2 acquittals in li6 murder cases, issued c statement indicating the terms on which he would head the Hauptmann defense following . conference with Mrs. Anna Haupt- mann, wife of the convicted slayer.
 His Statement
 The statement read:
 Persons of great prominence and standing have sought to enlist my
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The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-02-12

J Margarets churches, was delivered by Right Reverend Monsignor Thomas s. Duggan, vicar general of the dioceses and for years Father O'Shea's superior at St. josepht Cathedral in Hartford. Most Rev. erend Maurice P. McAuliffe, bishop of the diocese, pontificated at the funeral mass.
 Many Priests Attended
 Priests from every part of the dio- cese made up large part of the throng which gathered at the church for the pontifical requiem mass. Nuns from every convent iil the city were there to join in the final tribute, while delegations were present to represent church and Joy organizations of this city and Hart ford. The city government was represented by Mayor Frank Hayes and other officials.
 All were present to take part ill the service sung in honor of priest whose work did 50 much to advance Catholicism and Catholic education In Waterbury. Death Saturday night closed Q career that had beer marked by study and learning staunch devotion to principles and efficiency of accomplishment that any man might envy.
 Crowds Fiil Street
 Crowds stood in the cold outside as the official delegations attending the funeral filed from the side oi the church to the frontage on WI. low street and then proceeded slowly Into the church. A special
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The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-02-12
SAVED CCC BOYS
 WORRIED SOME
Not About Physical Status But as to Whether They
 Are A. W. 0. |.

Hyannis, Mass, Feb. i2-(UP)-- Reassured by doctors that they ap- parently would suffer no permanent effects from their 2o-hour siege on drifting Ice cakes in Cape Cod bay, the chief concern of seven youthful Rhode Island CCC workers today was whether they would be fined SS each for being absent without leave. Four of the group will find out to- day whether they were ofilcially A. w. o. l.. Thomas Malone, ie, of Portsmouth, Nicholas scunzio. 10, of Thornton, and Manuel Bottello, l0, and Tony Ray, 10. both of West War; wick, will Do discharged from Cape Cod hospital and returned to the eco camp ct East Brewster.
 Going to Fort Adams
 Their three companions, John Fitzsimmons, io, of Portsmouth, Ale bert Papa, ie, of West Warwick, and Norman Beaulieau, 1e, of Paw tucket, were to be transferred in army alnbulances to Fort Adams ct Newport, R. T.. for further treatment. The trio suffered frozen feet and hands while marooned in snow, rain and freezing weather.
 Although Brewster camp officials declined to comment on the possi- biiity the boys might be declared A. W. o. L.. 1t was indicated no action would be taken unless officials at Boston or Washington request 1t.
 The youths were taken of ice foes in Cape God bay by coast guards Monday. They had been stranded since Sunday noon, when they left on Q Sunday stroll over the ice. A shift in wind and tide broke up the ice field.
 Hyannis. Mass. Feb. i2--seven Rhode Island eco workers who were rescued from ice foes in Cape Cod bay Monday were transferred today from Cape Cod hospital here to Fort Adams, R. l., where they
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The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-02-12

Cambridge. Masg.. Feb. i2-(UP)-- P';blic library trustees recently ask- cd police to recover 2S books which had been out" for moro than 6 year and on each of which Q fine of @ or more was due.
 Today police inspectors James Shea and James O'Connor recovered two of the books. But the other g books. they found. had been borrow cd by persons living on the site of the new Cambridge housing pro- ject.
 The homes of these 9 persons were razed e month ago.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-02-12
DOLLAR DAY FOR BUYING PUBLIC Merchants Have Prepared Great. Bargains for Peo.
 pie on Thursday.

.vIaterbury's streets will DC thronged tomorrow for Dollar Day which will be observed by the local merchants. It was predicted that the volume of business tomorrow In the local storssswili .hasthasg great est for any twenty-four hours in many years, Merchants declared today that they have slashed their prices to the lowest possible ngure in an effort to give to the public the most amount of merchandise obtRinable for their money. All lead- ing stores in the city are stocked up with new and up-to.date wares for the big Dollar Day event.
 Almost All Stores ln
 The merchants bureau Of the Chamber of Commerce is sponsor ing Dollar Day but practically every store of importance in the city !s participating in the monster, note- worthy event. Expectations gre that tho buying public will be out In greater force than ever before be- cause of the increased business con- ditions. The volume Of business is increasing throughout the country, according to reports. and the local merchants have taken advantage of improved conditions to procure merchandise ct prices that will en- able them tomorrow to pass them on to the public at tremendous sav- ings.
 Watch Democrat Advs
 SO look through the Democrat to- night for the advertisements of the local merchants. And don't forget to be down bright and early tomor- row for the biggest sale day to date for in96.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-02-12
OLD, NEW GUARD ARE SCRAPPING
Conflicting Forces Lining Up Again-McNeilIs Is on
 Carpet Once More

AS the date for the spring demo- cratic. state conventoin hears, the members of the organization are beginning to align themselves defin. itely, once more, with the "old guard" and new guard", so-cailed. The convention will be held in Juno and the latest reports from down. state are that Paul Connery, Nor- walk democratic leader, will oppose National Committeeman Archibald McNeil of Bridgeport for the post on the national committee.
 old Guard Demands
 "Old guard" chieftains are de- naanding that patronage be appor. tioned more fairly to their follow CTS and hre complaining to National Committeeman, ,M'Neil that they arc not getting the "breaks". If Me- Nell doesn't use more influence in getting more representation for the "old guard" the latter faction is prepared to swing Oonnery Into the race for the national committed post.
 Furthermore, the "old guard" has lot 1t bo known that 1t does not favor Mrs. Mabel McQueeney Of Bridgeport for tho place on the fa- tional committee now occupied by Mrs, Fannie Dixon Welch of Co., lumbia. The latter's resignation Is in the hands of the state central cons mittee. The told guard" b waiting to see what 1t gets on further pa tronagc. If 1t doesn't get more by May the state convention will bt one of the bitterest the party hat witnessed in some years.
 The "old guard' strategy will be to have the state convention pledge the national delegates to "oid guard candidates. for the national com' mittee. A move of this sort in the state convention will bring . bitter floor battle.
 Mayor Hayes Keeps Out
 Mayor Hayes has been prominent iy mentioned in the past for Me- NellB place but he has declined tC
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The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-02-12
VETERANS PAID
 LINCOLN HONOR
BY GEORGE E. sCHUPPE I'.'nIted Press Stan Correspondent

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 Springfield H., Feb. l2-tUP).- old and young. among them a sprinkling of aged and bent vet erans of the Civil war, joined in pil- grimages to the tomb of Abraham Lincoln today on the i27th anniver- sary of his birth. First there was pilgrimage of veterans of the Civil the Spanish and the World wars, It was sponsored by the American Legion and other veterans organ. izations. J. Ray Murphy, national legion commander. spoke ct the tomb. Termed year ago by For mcr National Legion Commander Frank Belgrano, "the Arlington ol the west" the tomb, atop a hill iIl Oak Ridge cemetery and the gran- Ito shaft which reaches high above the surrounding woodlands. was Q center Of world interest today.
 President Sent Wreath
 President Roosevelt sent floral wreath to be laid on the sarcopha- gus, beneath which Lincoln's body lies in 6 casket In concrete block The caskct was sealed secretly to ward of ghouls who In 1876 tried to steal the body. Among the c. A. R. veterans was Jacob Yocum
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The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-02-12
BRITISH STORY
 ON ITALIANS

London. February i2 - tUp) "-' James r. Thomas, Colonial secre' tary, told the house Of commons to- day that $50 Italian troops deserted to the British colonay of Kenya, between January IS and 22. They have been detained there.
 0ecffrey Mander asked: , "Will they be allowed to remain until the end of the war? VIII the Italian government be asked to con' tribute 10 their support?"
 "That is q question for future confederation" Thomas said.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-02-12

The president hes been visiting Monterrey, where industry and busi- ness went on . passive strike os suspension in protest against tht growth of communism in Nuevo Leon state.
 Tn on historic speech to the mem. bers of the employers association of Neuvo Leon, ending early today, Cardenas warned the industrialists that they may well quit if they are tired of the class struggle.
 "indvstriallsts who feel themselves fatigued because of the social strug-
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The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-02-12
Final Ne1us Flashes
MARRIED TEACHERS REFUSED

Bridgeport, Conn.,, Feb. l2.-(UP)-Peti- tions of 12 married school teachers, denied jobs for the past three years for places on the substi ute list, have again been denied by the board of ber said he favored the petitions and drew the following retort from Jack Bergen, another member: T would suggest that you leave hornets nest alone"
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-02-12
CONN. TO GIVE
 LINCOLN HONOR

Hartford, Conn. February i2 - (UP) - Connecticut viii honor the memory of Abraham Lincoln. six. teenth president Of the United States with banquets tonight, the two most important of which will be at Bridgeport and Milford.
 Governor Wilbur L. Gross Will be the main Speaker'at the Bridgeport affair ct the city's centennial iLn- coin Day celebration. while at Mil- ford 600 young republicans will at. tend the organizations first afi- nuai Lincoln day dinner-dancc, sponsored by the New Haven County Young Republican League.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-02-12
Samuel Liebowitz Has Consented To Help But On Certain Conditions
Final Obsequies For Rev. William O,Shea
St. Margaret's Church Was Filled to OverflOwing Hundreds of Others Stood Outside to Pay Respect;
 Splendid Tribute of Monsignor T. s. Duggan

Flushed in reverent silence congregation that filled every inch of space in St. Margarets church heard Rev.
 visor of Waterbury Catholic High school lauded for his prestness and scholarship at the pontiica mass Of requiem sung in his honor at 10 o'clock this morning The Eulogy glowing tribute to the priest who had served pastor of St MichaelS and St.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-02-12
Firevsaar, Maurice
 McGrath Is Dead

Maurice ,. McGrath, one of Waterbury's best known Ire. men and . popular resident of Che Brooklyn section, died ct hls homo this afternoon after an Illness of two months. He made his home ct S1 Alder street.
 Private Mc0 0Fath was named . callman in 1908 and was ap. pointed to Che permanent force In l9ls. 0f recent years he had been stationed with Engine 2, at the Washington avenue flrehouse.
 The fire department will pay full tribute to lts departed member at the funeral services.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-02-12
ETHIOPIA REPORTS

Adds Ababa. Feb. i2--CUP)-- An ofiicial communique said today that the Ethiopians had buried i5.00O white and 5,l23 native Italian troops killed in the Ternbien region in the fierce fighting from Jan. % tN 30,
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-02-12
TREASURY BALANCE

Washington, Feb. I2--(UP)--~Goy- crnmsnt expenses and receipts Tor tho current fiscal year to Feb, lOuh, aR compared with q year ago; ThIs Year Expenses Last Nemf $i,i76,3i7,liL0G Sh2i7.2i3'ftl'eS
 Receipts 2.siO.SsG,I6AOo ss,i55,7n.5sa,os
 Deficit s2.sSo. o.7OO,o4s.7c ss.Osi,44is2Ssi i,soC,OiS,c7i'SS ss.ssa.oiS.oBs.7l
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-02-12
NORMAN THOMAS ARRESTED

. New York, Feb. 12.-(UP)-Nornan Thomas, socialist leader and former presidential candidate, was taken into custody today with dozen companions when they attempted to picket Nays department store at 510 Fulton street, Brooklyn, where strike has been in pro- press since Oct. 25. M
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-02-12
VILLANOVA STUDENT INJURED

Villanova, Pa., Feb. l2.--(UP)-Francis Moynihan of Lawrence, Mass, was in serious condition at Bryn Mawr hospital today of in- iuries suffered ih an automobile accident near here. Physicians said Moynihan suffered pelvic fracture and that an operation was necessary. -
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-02-12
Mexico Has Made NewLauUs T0Sten1
 Spread Of Unrest
Warns Industrialsts They Might as We'll Go Out of Business as Refuse to Obey Laws-There
 Are Fourteen Points in Program
BY WILLIAM N. LANDER (Cepyright lsse, by United Press)

Mexico City, February 12- (UP) = President Lazaro Cardenas warning ndustriasts that they might well go out of business refuse to coaborate with labor to stem the tide of social unrest laid down N points today for solution of Mexicos industrial and social problems he minimized the danger of communism to Mexican nsttu tionS. indicating he felt 1t was oYer-rated.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-02-12
ITALIANS IN NEW ATTACK

Rome, Feb 12.-(UP)7-Itallans on tne northern front have started big attack in the Makale area and advanced nearly 10 miles yes terday according to information in usually relia- ble quarters today. The advices have not been confirmed officially, however.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-02-12
iL.is,coIn's
 Birthday!

The Waterbury Democrat presents something diheF' ont ln the wsy of an an- nual Lincoln feature. Nhsn Lincoln was elected rresS' dent he faced . supreme court decision and ccnssisu' tlonaI aght inst oil but eus the props frem under his political career and Che young Fepublleaf party. To. Aay with the consultation and that same eeurt ln Jeopardy ChsEiss 4. Beard dssn ef American histerlsns and political eeenemlsts presents soF yea in . special article what it was end how PrssIdeut Lincoln handled M Fer lIsis timely Lincoln eplseds-ses
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Worcester Democrat and the ledger-enterprise. (Pocomoke City, Md.) 1921-1953, 1936-08-07
Melbourne

Mr.. and Mrs. E. J. Reid and daugh-
ter, Miss Pearle Reid and their grand
daughter, Miss Barbara Reid of Stock
ton, motored to Trappe, Nd, for the
IL o'clock services at the M. E. Church
While there they had the honor of
meeting two of their former pastors
and wives, Rev. and Mrs. D. B. Pretty
man and son and Rev. and Mrs. o. B.
Rice, of Fairlee, Md. They motored
on and spent the day with their daugh
ter and son-in-law, Mr.. and Mrs. Wal
ter Layman of Easton, Md. Miss
Barbara Reid remained for weeks
visit with her aunt and uncle, Mr..
and Mrs. Layman.
Our community is so sorry to report
those who are seriously ill at this
writing are Mrs. Paul Jones and Mes
SIS Allison P. Payne. We wish them
speedy recovery.
Mr.. and Mrs. Clemon Jones and fam
lily of Melbourne and Mr.. Carl Bum,
of Middlesex, N. c., were entertained
at six o'clock dinner at the home
of Mr.. and Mrs. P. B. Bum on Mon
day evening of this week.
There will be Sunday School next
Sunday morning at the usual hour.
Everybody is urged to attend.
Those who visited at Ocean City
Sunday were the following, Mr.. and
Mrs. P. B. Bum and son, Jimmy and
her niece, Miss Eleanor Reid of Stock
ton and his brother, Mr.. Carl Bum of
Middlesex, N. c., and Mr.. and Mrs.
Grover Ward and family of We'll
bourne Mr.. and Mrs. Raymond Dixon
and family of Pocomoke were callers
at this place last Sunday.
Mr.. Roland Wilkerson of Paulsboro,
N. j., has returned to his home af-
ter spending a weeks vacation with
his aunt and uncle, Mr.. and Mrs. Grow
er Ward.
Mr.. William Baylis, Jr., of Cincin-
natl, Ohio, is spending his vacation
with his parents, Mr.. and Mrs. Will
lam H. Baylis, ST., and other relatives
of near Melbourne.
Mr.. Lester Wilkerson of Paulsboro
N. J., is on his vacation with his sis
ter and brother-in-law, Mr.. and Mrs.
Grover Ward.
Worcester Democrat and the ledger-enterprise. (Pocomoke City, Md.) 1921-1953, 1936-08-07
"oNE hAD MCh1"4y T EAAHsESs

tautness, was communicated to Haw-
ley. He was suddenly as tightly
drawn as a fiddle string. He lit a
cigaret and was conscious that he
couldn't hold the match steadily. He
said slowly:
Murder. Are you dead sure you
know what you're talking about,
Les?"
Kennedy carefully placed his glass
on the bar. 81 was never more sure
of anything in my life. I'll be wait
ing for you at the Nacional, Phil.
Damn it! Don't fail mel"
Nearly everybody was dancing
when Hawley went back upstairs. The
Ingrams' table was deserted. Skirting
the edge of the dance floor, he went
around to his own table and sat down.
He was still dazed.
He watched the dancers idly. Army
officers in white duck. Navy officers
in starched mess jackets. A few
civilians in dinner clothes. Their
ladies in satins and silks, bright-eyed,
bright-cheeked, bright-lipped.
1t was the usual Saturday night
crowd at the Strangers Club. The
usual people, doing the usual thing,
fighting boredom in the only way they
knew.
Until few moments ago he had
been one of them, gripped by the same
ennui, bored by the same monotony
of events, satiated by the same meag-
er pleasures. But now all that was
over. He was one apart. For down
stairs in the bar, within sound of this
mad struggle for gayety, Les Kennedy
had bruised his arm with hard fingers
and talked of murder.
He picked out the bridght red dress
that was Judith's and was startled
when he saw she was dancing with
Worcester Democrat and the ledger-enterprise. (Pocomoke City, Md.) 1921-1953, 1936-08-07

Well, to what? Les had said MUIR
der. The word, even in Hawley's
thoughts, sent a cold chill coursing
down his back. Murder! A common
enough happening. One read about
it every day. And yet the average
man came no closer to it than the cold
print of his morning paper. Murder!
Could Les know what he was talking
about?
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Worcester Democrat and the ledger-enterprise. (Pocomoke City, Md.) 1921-1953, 1936-08-07

Bennington.
"Now what the devil!" he thought.
bennington showed off for the Palais
Royale. What's he doing back here
so soon?"
Hawley watched them and it struck
him that they were not dancing with
their usual grace. They were doing
the same step over and over again,
and doing it poorly. Now and then
Bennington spoke, lowering his head
until his lips were close to Judith's
ear. The girls face looked strained
and white.
Hawley thought of Kennedy's ques-
lions concerning Bennington. And
suddenly he felt like man caught in
a swift current, for it came to him
that the events of this night, which
started with a commonplace dance
at the Strangers Club, were leading