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The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-05-27

Downio Bros. circus will be here tomorrow, 1t has already estab- lished itself as c noteworthy insti. tuition under the management of one of Americas best known cir" GUS managers, Charles Sparks, whose long career of catering to the public's entertainment by his strict ly honorable business methods, his motto being quality, honesty, and cleanliness" which has been lived up to during the entire growth of the Downie Bros. circus. The public halls with delight the announcement that when this circus exhibits heTe 1t will present circus beyond de- scription of wonders and novelties, an all new international congress of features presented in three rings, huge hippodrome track, and the maze of aerial riggings.
 The gorgeous opening spectacle "The Evolution of Rhythm" In the three rings, the hippodrome track. and aerial labyrinth are many pre- eminent features.
 Jack Hoxie, famous screen star, and his famous wonder horse, Scout" idol of millions of Amer ican boys and girls. MT. Hoxie will be assisted by Miss Dixie Starr, leading lady in many of his vest ern pictures. There will also be cowboys and cowgirls from his Hol- lywood company. The Hanneford family in a sensational exhibition of hazardous and unequalled feats of hcrsemanship, featuring George, the riding clown. The aerial Rob- erts, mid-air marvelS, in an as- founding and breath taking series of sensational feats. Friscos Seals, marvellous actors from the deep, presented by Captain Pickard. The aerial Whites daring displays of unrivaled accomplishments of the flying trapeze. Marion Ehufford, the featured equestrienne of the circus, Q dainty rider, in Q graceful offering. Sparks high school horses ridden by their trainers in . superb menage: offering 6 delightful dis- play of color and charm. Two herds of performing elephants. The xlar- kins, famous acrobatic comiques. The Butters troupe wire act. three girls and two boys. tight wire art- ists. The aerial ballet beautiful aeriallsts sn Q thrilling display Of strength and agility. High jumping horses in 9eaks of high litrdline. Mickey and Georgia Karkin, head and foot slides. Twenty-Five clowns ambassadors og fun. The abogo are
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-05-27
Davidson Denounces
 Price-Fixing Plans
Calls for United Protest Against Measure in Bristol
 Talk Last Night Before Purchasing Agents

fixed price for one commodity finds 1t necessary to extend such con- trol to others. In order to make Q high price for coal effective, for ex- ample, Q high price must 'he imposed on competitive fuels--such aS crude oil. And later on electricity. And then on manufactured articles in the production of which these play Q part. The result iS Q cutting down of every ones real income through higher prices, with consequent re. duction, mounting costs, further price increases, further cuts in pro- dudction,. and decreased employ. ment. Such measures to . degree welcome oil the bad effects of in- flation."
 Although calling on those in his audience to protest to their cot1- gressmen against the enactment of these measures, the speaker deplor. cd the effectiveness of such pro- tests. "The original concept of our representative form of government" he said, twas of @ body of legisia- tors elected because of their sound Judgment and their courage to
 make that Judgment effective.
 We must, however, deal with facts. We have to reckon with con- ditions as they are, not as they ought to be. Inasmuch as our so- called representatives show Q dis position to heed the whims of every alleged vote-controlling group that brings pressure to bear upon them it is high time that those who have the general welfare ct heart band themselves into one vast pro-Amer- ican pressure group determined to prevent the enactment of measures which threaten the good of all."
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-05-27
Manresa Retreatant
 Band Dimes Tomorrow
Hon. Edward s. DOre of New York Supreme Court to
 Address Annual Dinner at Hotel Elton

The various committees in charge of the affair include:
 Reception Committee
 Hon. Frank McEvoy, chairman; Atty. Finton phelan, Atty. Frederick w. Palomba; Hon. Timothy Lyons John McIclhone, Bernard Malahan of Torrington: John Hutchinson, Dr. George Russell, Edmund Daly; Daniel Sullivan, Watertown: Ed- ward Hilbert, Atty. John Greco.
 Invitation Committee
 Atty. Vincent A. scully, chairman; Edward CreeTn, Edward Connell, Mi- chael Driscoll, William Gerard John Robinson, Atty. William Keav- ney; Roy Bunting and Frances O. Connor, Naugatuck: William Cav anaugh, Ralph Hayes, John Mes- sick.
 Banquet Committee
 Roger Walsh, chairman; John Mates, Edward Fitzgerald, James Hennessey, James Barrett, Joseph Kenney, William Butler, Carl De- menske, Mortimer Connor John Cul- llnan, Patrick Winters.
 printing-Willialla Butler.
 UShers
 James Barrett, chairman: FraYls cis Coughlin, Thomas Scadden, William Carroll, Donate duerrera, Charles Hannon, James Gibbons, Leo Conway, John 0affey, James Brady, Jr.
 Entertalnmen Committee Prof. Frederick Harmon, chair man: Charles Kelley, Patrick Win. ters; Chesley White of Bridgeport Publicity-Qeorge Dillon.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-05-27
Runaway horse,

Runaway horse .. recent news item told Of a milk wagon horse running wild through North Square,
 Manys the time in the good old days at the early part of this century when runaway horses were as com
 mon as divorces today. What thrill 1t was to see the maddened animal dash down North Main street, wag on careenng behind, often minus wheel or two.
 And the furor that followed when the poor animal final ly fell catapulted across the sidewalk. Every man was an expert in caring for fallen horse. There were all sorts of suggestions and ultimately the horse would be its feet again and would be taken into Bradleys or Benhams stables nearby to rest up You'd talk about for hour so when suddenly the familiar fire bell in the old City Hall would peel forth You counted carefully the strokes to see If the blaze was i your district and when 1t prepared for fast run alongside of the fire engine and the beautiful horses that pulled it. Those truly happy and carefree days
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-05-27

Bristol, May 27-The so-called "chain- -store" or price-fixing meas ure now before the House of Rep- resentatives and the proposal to re. enact the price.fixing provisions Of the Guffey Coal act came in for a flashing here tonight when Carlisle Davidson, managing director of The Connecticut Economic Council, characterized them aS deliberate attempts to reverse the process by which the American standard Of living was achieved"
 "Economies of production, rnak- ing possible lower prices, with in. creased demand, geater volume of production, and consequent further economies, have been the means by which our standards were achieved" declared MT. Davidson, who was the principal speaker ct the regular meeting of the Purchasing Agents Association of Connecticut.
 Through this means" he said, "the American people have been 'en- abled to enjoy Q bounteous share of the worlds production. Though we have but 6 per cent of the worlds land area and 2 per cent of It's pop ulation, we consume over One-quar- ter of the worlds production of sug- ar, one-third of It's coal, one-half of its rubber, one-half of It's coffee, more than one-half of its petroleum and two-thirds of its silk.
 "These proposed measures, by arbitrarily boosting the prices of raw materials, offer to stop econ- omy at the very source of produc- ton. And the bureaucratic desire for control which would impose high
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-05-27

Leap year brings many news items. With thoughts of June weddings showers brides and bride groons to the front the Bachelors Club of Brooklyn held meeting Monday night and what do you think boys organized an auxiliary Whats more 1t was learned that the group is headed by Miss Ann Neage who believes that bachelor girls to be polite in naming the why and where? You may ask The place of the meet ing was kept secret but officials of both groups assert that there will be joint meetings The original Bach elors Club is headed by Attorney Joseph P Aishausky He has no statement to make.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-05-27
Leaders Gratified
 By Harmony Dinner
Monday Nights Event Here Stirs Washington Con
 fidence in Success of State Ticket

Reports of the democratic har- mony dinner in waterbury Monday night, sponsored by Ldeutenant- Governor Frank Hayes, met with hearty applause from the members of the party in Congress yesterday Washington, D. o. reports indicated that c0agressmezl and senators, alike, members of the democratic organization, were highly enthusias- tic over the get-together held here and the outcome of the same.
 Several members of Congress from Connecticut were present at Monday nights affair at the Water- bury Country club. Others, both in Congress and in federal posts, were unable to attend because Of business ct the nations capitol.
 Those in Washington unable Co
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-05-27
FRIENDS HONOR JOHN ROBINSON
Political and FraternaI Celebrities Attend Wav-
 erIy Testimonial

Friends of John P. Robinson, former state president of the Young Democratic clubs of Connecticut and District Deputy of the Knights of Columbus, gathered ct Waverly Inn last night where they rendered Mir, Robinson . testimonial dinner in honor of his marriage next Monday morning to Miss Julie McGrath daughter of Mir. and Mrs. William McGrath of Euclid avenue.
 The gathering was distinguished by the fact that ell sections of the state were represented, the various political and fraternal groups, as well as the many personal friends of the guest of honor.
 Attorney Thomas DoddS of New Haven, state director of the National Youth Administration of the WPA, ofIiciated as toastmaster, introduc- ing the numerous speakers and closing the pograrn by representing MT. Robinson with an order for Q radio, the gift of those present at the banquet.
 Among those who spoke and paid tribute to the groon1-to-be were At- torney William J. Mulligan of Hart ford, past state deputy of the Knights of Columbus; State Senator Francis Hogan of Torrington; John J. Contway of New Haven, execu- tive secretary of the Boy Life Bu- reau of the Knights of Columbus; William J. Pape, publisher of the Waterbury American-Re Republican; !; State Senator Matthew A. Daly of New Haven, state administrator of the WPA; Cornelius P. Maloney, grand knight of Sheriden Council, No. 24, K. of O., of which MT. Robinr son is Q past grand knight; Judge John P. McGrath of the city court; Democratic Town Chairman John T. Cullinan of Bridgeport, president of the Young Democratic clubs of Con- necticut: Frank J. Quinlan, political commentator on the Bridgeport Times-Star; Philip Hewes of Farm ington, secretary to Governor Will bur L. Gross; and Attorney Thomas F. McGrath.
 Senator Daly entertained with vocal solos at the conclusion of the program.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-05-27
Editor. Tall Tower Topics.

Editor Tall Tower Topics. wish to thank you on behalf of the staff of Neighborhood House for the courtesy you have shown this year in handling our talized, as some of the readers in this community feel that as 1t desgnates the small letter derogatory
 also wish to thank through you John Cuney for the n teres he has taken in Neghborhood House this year for the donation he gave to help make Boxing Tour namen success and for his very constructive talk Athletics and the companonship they bring to father year. Your interest and cooperation have been greatly appreciated Sincerely yours, Inez L. Alexander Pearl Street Club Director.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-05-27

SpindIed An interesting sidelight of the open. ing ceremonies at Settlers Village last Saturday brought about by more recent discussion of what flag should fly over the German cottage, the fact that the platform from which the speeches were delivered rests in the amphtheater which is the contribution or those of the Jewish race, while the German flag was floating close by Steaks served at the democratic harmony dinner given Monday night in this city by Mayor Frank Hayes came from prize steers Subur' ban residences are at premium declare local residents who have been trying to away from the ctys din and chatter of recent months.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-05-27
Coming Events

May SSth-Duggan School, gyTn- nasium exhibition by members of Girls Club class.
 May 20- Gymnastic exhibition. Duggan gymnasium.
 June 6-Picnic of the First church ct Y camp in Watertown.
 June 1O-Annual Chicken and Strawberry Supper at the Firs; Church.
 June 1A-Children's Day Serv- ices at the First Church.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-05-27

attend Monday nights meeting were jubilant over the manner n which winners and losers Of tho national committeeman fight fraa. ternized and pledged cooperation.
 They were also pleased with the OfEer of Governor wilbur l.. Crcsp to run once more prodiving Mayor Hayes of Waterbury is his running made for iieutenatit-eovernor again.
 News of the statewide harmony meet, arranged and sponsored by Lieutenant- Governor Hayes, has reached the White House already, according Co authentic information Connecticut, which did not give ais electoral vote to President RoseS welt in the lo32 election, now t
 looked upon e . likely addition Co the democratic total ia the le30 meeting of the college.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-05-27

Luclen Littefeld, who invents various gadgets re. gently got himself in bad with his wife result of using silk stockings the base of his latest nven- on For his role in "Early To Bed LittIeheId wears
 mask that hides his features in certain sequences De- ty department supplies, Lttlefeld rlmmaged around his house. found Mrs. Us stockings and proceeded to whip up something very tasty in the way of masks It cost him dozen of the finest stockings to square himself.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-05-27

Editor, Tall Tower Topics . (. t. The other evening you asked your readers whether they prefer single or double features at picture houses. prefer the twin bi for one of the cinemas is not to your liking you may like the other often go to a picture which is considered very important and fall back on the other feature for my moneys worth. A Movie Fan. Thank you for your interest in being the first to an- swer my request. How about you other fans? Get busy and drop me a line. The Ed)
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-05-27
Circus AtAG Glance

Arrival: Early Thursday morning.
 Show grounds: Corner Thomaston avenue and West Main street.
 Performances: 2 to esp. n. Doors open at and ! ?. m.
 Features: The gorgeous opening spectacle, the Evolu- ton of Rhythm, Jack Hoxle, famous cowboy screen star, with Dixie Starr leading lady in many of his pictures, his wonder horse Scout" and the cowboys and cowgirls from his Hollywood company; Hanne- ford family featuring George. riding clown; the Aerial ROb- erts; the Aerial Whites; FFis- cos Seals; Marion ShuiRord, dainty equestrlanne; Sparks high school horses; the Lar- klns, acrObafic cozniques; Ehe Butters Troupe Of wire walk CTS, three girls and two boys; Aerial Ballet, beautiful aeEiaIlst in thrilling display of strength and agility; high jumping horses; Azickle and Ge6Fgla LaFkin, head and foot slidess two herds oR performing ele- phants; 2S clowns. ambassa- doEs oe fun; An elaborate opening spectacle.
 Musical pgogEnsms Concerts by Rodney Harris, band director begin in main tent at 1880 and 5s9o ?. Ea.
 glde ahewss Exhibitions begin nt le a. na. daily and continue until 1l .. na.
 zeepartures Circus leaves for Hartford following ahe maghe performances.
 There will he ne street pa. Faae here e lm nmy ether city yisiEed by ahe oaEeas this sea-
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-05-27

some of the outstanding hits of the three ring circus featuring one hun- dred artists.
 Then there is Q geological treat in the llaenagerie tent. The exhibit is c remarkable object lesson in nat ural history for the youngsters.
 Performances will start ct 2 and 8 p. Yn.. doors open at l and 2 ?. m. They will pitch their tents on the grounds at corner Thomaston ave- nue and West Main street.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-05-27

Editor, Tall Tower Topics. Reading your cOl- uln the other evening came across your article on the fishing guide certainly would be pleased with One .. John D. Brick. (Okay JOhn I'll have one for you in a few days only had available and Patrol man Barney Burns was the first caller As soon as receive additional supply I'll be most pleased to mail you One The Ed)
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-05-27
Tower
 Topics
JOYS or THE SEASON
Bx TnE MAN IN THB TOwER

Life is sort of jolly
 As the nice warm days appear; It's fun to think and plan ahefd
 These best months of the year. All decked out in Palm Beach suits
 The male folk look quite slick, Whereas the ladies look 50 nice
 It's hard to take your pick. Your garden too is doing swell,
 Floral borders very slightly, Where you daily many hours
 And work there always nightly. Your house is looking nice and cool,
 The porch an engaging place; The young folks are of at golf and tennis And with the social life keep pace. Life is sort of jolly,
 Says you as you wield rake, Especially 50 when it's eating time
 Featuring juicy strawberry shortcake.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-05-27
THOUGHT FOR MEMORIAL DAY

"Eternal rest grant unto them O Lord And let light perpetual shine upon them; Behind the dim unknown Standeth God within the shadow keeping WeAch above his own"
 -Jauss Russell Lowell
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-05-27
BOY HURTS WRIST

Louis BruEeman. II, of 407 West Main street, was treated at Water. bury hospital and sent home last night after fracturing his wrist ir c fall while playing near his home.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-05-27

The words sterling silver" stamped on articles of use or adorn- ment mean silver to Q definite fine- ness, 2 Ia per cent of the metal be- ing copper. Pure silver is too soft to withstand much usage.
The Indianapolis times. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1922-1965, 1936-04-25
Best Short Waves
SATURDAY

SATURDAY
Mr. Pantsloon.S A song play. BIC,
1913 m. 500 meg
LONDON SIS .. m. Football As
ISOLATION Cup Final. esd, ass m.
MADRID-,T:57 D. m. Fandangos
de .Albaicin s5 Conchita Maya. EAQ.
30.5 m.
CARACAs-s:15 D. m. Voices of the
Air. Yv2RC. ST. m.
SCHENECTADY-1o:30 D. m. Dance
music. W2XAF. 31.4 m.
SUNDAY
FTNDHovEN, Netherlands - 9:l4
a. m. Dance Music. PHI, ass m,
l173 meg.
FARIS-2:3o D. M National Thea
ire of the Opera Comioue. FYA'
Moscow-a D. m. News. RNE.
so m.
pITTsBURGH-s:so D. m. vesper
Service. KDKA. 25.2 m.
LoNDON-6. D. m. Chopin Recital.
esd. 25.5 m.
MUSIC. YV2Rc. sat m.
BERLIN-7:3O D. m. Music by the
Reichswehr. DJC, 49.8 m.
LONDON-.8 .. m. Irish Music.
esd. 25.5 m.
SCHENECTADY p. m. Dance
Music. W2XAF. 31.4 m.
MONDAY
PARIS+2:30 D. M National
Theatre l'Odeon. FYA. 25.6 m.
TOKYO-3 D. m. Tokugawa Period
of Japans History. JvM, Nazaki.
27.9 m.
Moscow-3 D. M. Road to Com
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ROME-5 D. m. News bulletins.
Opera, from the ROYAL opera House
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The Indianapolis times. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1922-1965, 1936-04-25
All CLUBS TO
HOLD ROUNDUP
AT PURDUE u.
1900 Expected to Attend
Annual Affair May
6 to 9.

tpFte Spfff1f
LAFAYETTE, Ind. April IS
Between 1900 and 1900 Al Club
members. representing every Indi-
ana county, are expected here May
s for the eighteenth annual round
up at Purdue University.
While the three-day program is
expected to attract daily attendances
of more than 5000. officials have
announced that actual participa-
ton in scheduled events will be
limited to township and county
club winners.
A program of judging contests,
demonstrations and lectures. cover
ing the range of activities spon-
sored by the club, has been planned.
Club to Conduct Meetings
In addition to addresses by Pur-
due University staff workers, indi-
vidual clubs are to conduct meet
ings. The concluding feature will
be banquet for the combined
membership.
Indiana'S enrolment in the ma
tional club movement was more
than $4,000 last year. The young
people engaged in more than $4,000
agricultural projects, according to
records.
One of the program highlights
will be an open house in the Pur-
due schools of engineering. phar-
macy and science.
The Indianapolis times. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1922-1965, 1936-04-25
SUNDAY

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Melody Hour IN wEAF
William Meeder M WIZ.
6:3o-Lvric Serenade fC).
Tone Pictures I'M WIZ.
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White Rabbit Line M WIZ. WLW
7:3O--Concert Ensemble IN WEAF.
8 Solving Todays Problems wFBM.
Radio Pulpit M wEAF WIRE,
Southernaires I'M WIZ.
Church Forum WBW
s15-Strine Pickers wFBM
S:30-Church of the Air wFBM.
Beethoven Sonata Series tC),
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Operetta Premiere IN WEAF.
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SSs news N qWsEAr. WIZ, WIRE.
WLW
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9:30-Christian Men Builders WFBM
Salt Lake Choir and Organ fC).
Capitol Family IN WEAF. WIRE;
Housing Discussion (N) WIZ. WLW.
IN Builders (continued) WFBM.
~ Saoir ,s and Organ (continued) tcl.
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i0:iS-Radio Warblers WIRE
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10:30-Star-Dus Melodies wFBM
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the ubiquitous &c Sharp Minor
Prelude" and who almost never
can be persuaded to play it.
Two of Mr.. Grainger's orches-
trail works, Colonial Song" and
Shepherds Hey" are to close
the program, with the composer
conducting.
THE first broadcast this sea-
Il son by Florence Easton, and
only the second or third since
she left the Metropolitan in 1929,
is to come to listeners on the
General Motors program at 8
tomorrow night. She will sing
"Dich, tneure Halle" from Wag-
ner's "Tannhaeuser," Plus
Grand Dams Son Obsscurite"
from THE Queen of Sheba," by
Goumod. and songs by Schu-
mann, Grieg and Warren.
Miss Easton left the Metropol-
itan after more than IA years to
become a member of the opera
company at Covent Garden, Lon
don. Her return to the Met"
for one appearance this season,
however, brought an enthusiastic
response. Present predictions
are that she may succumb to the
lure of Americas operatoic cita-
del, and return as permanent
member of the company next
year.
Orchestral numbers under the
direction of Emo Rapee will
complete tomorrow nights
broadcast which comes, as usual.
through the NBC-WEAF net
work and WIRE.
The Indianapolis times. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1922-1965, 1936-04-25
PUERTO RICAN HEARING
DATE Is TO BE FIXED
Senate Committee to Open Study
Of Independence Effects.
By United Press

By United Press
WASHINGTON, April 25.-Pro-
posed grant of independence to
Puerto Rico conditional upon
plebiscite in 1887 would involve far
reaching economic and political re-
adjustments to continental United
States as we'll as to the island,
preliminary political reaction here
indicated today.
The bill, introduced by Senator
Willard Tydings Cd, Md with
Administration support, came as a
surprise to the capital where Puerto
Rican agitation for a changed po-
litical status has been constant for
many years. Experts predicted long
and tedious hearings will be neces-
sary to determine the effects of the
bill both to Peurto Rico and the
continental United States.
The Senate Territories and Insular
Affairs Committee is scheduled to
hold an executive session Monday
at which the date on which hear
ings are to open probably will be
set.