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The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-04-22
A Thought for Today
Neglectful Parents

The oldest arrow in the quiVer of the experienced criminal lawyer is the picture of gray-haired mother weeping over the WayWardness of her unfortunate son. Any reporter who has covered very many criminal court trials can tell you all about it. The thug who is being tried will sit at the trial table, doing his level best to wear an innocent, more-sinned- notwithstanding look; and his advo- cate, with quaVering voice, will tell the jury about the mother of "this poor boy" and will beg them to send sonny back to her so that her pure mother-loVe may redeem and ennoble him.
 It is all very pretty and inspiring, of course. But it is about time that some one spoke up and inquired why mother isn't right there in the dock along with sonny boy, facing trial on her own account. J. Edgar Hoover, renowned head of the G-Men, told the New York Round Table Forum the other day that an amazing number of the crimes charged to our underworld these days should really be charged to the under worldlings' parents.
 Some 20 per cent of all our crime, said MT. Hoover, is committed by lads who are not yet old enough to vote. Many of these youngsters are still of high school age. Practically all of them come from homes where papa and mama just couldn't be bothered to enforce discipline, set up high moral standards and, in gen. eral, see to it that Junior set his feet Tn the way that he should go.
 Worse yet, continued MT. Hoover when one of these WayWard boys does get into a jam with the law his parents come down to court with only one thought in mind to get him out of trouble. That he may need a swift rap over the knuckleS to straighten him out never seems to enter their heads. They weep over him and cuddle up to him and save him, if they can, from paying the penalty for his mis- deeds; and, by the same token, they leave him feeling that it is all right if he goes out and steals another car or sticks up another filling station, as long as the law doesn't catch him.
 The attack on crime, then, MT. Hoover concludes, must begin with "a recon struction of the American viewpoint to- ward better parental discipline and greater sense of law abdance beginning in the home" This is so undeniably true as to be self-evident. Yet it is the one step we usually overlook when we talk about wiping out the underworld
 The police courts, jails, penitentiaries, and death chambers of our land tell an unspeakable tragic story; and it is a story which, in the vast majority of cases, be- gins back in some American home in which the father and the mother made 8 terrible mess of their most important job. Back of almost every criminal stands parent who failed
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-04-22

Would you like to join the Snake-a- Month Club? It's something new and if you're interested in such reptiles, we're sure you'll enjoy your participation in this unique organization, which is our own brain-child and which has not yet been patented. Of course we admit to bit of plagiaries. The idea is just like the Book-a-Month Club; Smithsonian Insti- tute curators and National Geological Park directors prompted us to air the idea. It all started down in Washington where above mentioned reptilian fanciers are back of Adopt Snake" move. They claim that snakes are as friendly as any household pets. It's all in getting acquainted with them and their habits. One curator said people had been mak- ing pets of snakes for 100 years. Yes, and killing them for longer than that for lack of understanding of a snakes hab- it's We still think our Snake-a-Month Club would work if enough snake lovers could be found. Start off with garter or king snake and gradually work up to the rattlesnakes, cobras, etc.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-04-22
Should the State Carry On?

State Bank Commissioner Walter Perry has filed his first semi-annual report as receiver for fourteen closed banks in Con- necticut. Were the affairs of this group to be ended right now the depositors would stand to lose close to ten million dollars. Assets of the banks are placed at about fourteen millions with claims against them twenty-four millions. It is interesting to note, though, in the Bank Commissioners report that since taking over the closed institu- tions from private receivers their cash position has improved $964 1000.
 This is not offered as criticism of any private receiver. We think in a majority of instances the closed banks were con- ducted quite properly and within reason by their private receivers. But that in the long run the chances of depoSitors receiving 100 per cent return on their money is enhanced by state receivership rather than private must be self-evident. Naturally an individual or corporation or bank acting as receiver must regard the task in the nature of business and expect just return.
 What we would point out though, is Clle IdCI CHdC ColHIIlSSloIlcI FeIIy oIloWo close to million dollars appreciation in cash position in less than year receiver ship for fourteen banks. If this appre- citation could be maintained another year or possibly two no doubt it would be raised even higher and thus the eventual loss to the depositor decreased. Of course, we realize that there is limit beyond which the cash position of the closed in- stitutions will not advance unless com plete liquidation takes place. The point is to convince all concerned when this limit is reached it is time either to reopen or close completely the banks now in receivership.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-04-22

Mayor-elect George A. Quigley of New Britain who assumes his new, but very familiar office, next week didn't let much time elapse after his election week ago to get back into the swing of things. When he was last mayor of New Britain (and he's pretty much the perennial ex- ecutive of the Hardware City) he was noted for his ability to get around the state in the interests of civic affairs. His first public address since election was Monday night in Hartford and his topic was "City and State Taxation. We can see that the mayors association of the state is going to start booming very shortly
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-04-22
MIR. RUSSO CHIDED FOR FAILURE TO PRINT
 ENTIRE QUOTATION
Waterbury, Conn,
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Waterbury, Conn,
 April IS. 1886. Editor, Waterbury Democrat:
 The new letter of MT. Russo, even if it makes mess of his presenta- tion of things, calls for a reply and I ask your permission to do it.
 The most dishonest action that can be committed by writer dur ing a discussion is composed by the incomplete quotation of the adver- sary's point of view in a way that will put him always in a bad light. MT. Russo tried this vulgar trick on me when he demonstrated that l was sustaining the first point of the communist against the fascist state; --1. The strengthening of the fas- cist state for the continuation of a war policy.--he let me say that the statization of the key industries are timely and proper measures for the production of war materials, when the complete paragraph read as follows:
 "The statiZation of the national economy is not the aim of the cor porative state and if, for an emer- gency or for the development of a condition of facts which find any government conscious of their re- sponsibility to adopt timely and proper measures, it takes under the state control the key industries for the production of war materials, that is the application of socialis- tic point"
 From this little thing the reader can easily see how reliable all the quotations are, of which MT. Rus SOS letter is richly lowered. It saved me to bother with them.
 Therefore I will limit myself only to the truthful presentation of some of Mussolinis remarks in regard to the state cooperative and which will destroy without comments all the muddled augmentation Of MT. Rus 50 or of any other communist.
 On Nov. IA, 1883, in discourse to the National Counsel of the Cor porations, Mussolini states the posi- ton of the cooperative state in confront with socialism and liberal ism in the following terms:
 "The corporatism surpasses social ism and liberalism: 1t created new synthesis.
 Tt is a symptimatic fact that the capitalism decadence Coincides with the socialism decadence."
 With this declaration 1t is clear that he dissociate his creation from any form of socialism.
 And on Jan. 13, 1884. talking about the corporation laws he re- affirmed the anti-socialistic char acter of those laws by saying:
 "The corporatism economy re- spect the principle of the private
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-04-22

Indignant mothers at Highland Falls, N. Y., called strike of sixth grade pupils because the teacher spanked one student with ruler They also claimed that they'd never send their children back so long as the teacher was retained. Here's chance to dispel the notion in mothers
 minds that all children, but particularly this teacher % i has o any gumption gu aI, % (and her bosses, too) they'll tell just why the pupil was spanked and why future ones will be spanked if they misbehave sufficiently.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-04-22
Selected Poem
EMERGENCE

(Frances Frost in the Christian Science Monitor) Intent April the creatures of earth move slowly blinking the sleep from their eyes. In the cool
 green brake the peppers test their silver throats; and itching the spotted adder sheds his year-old skin. Hoping across the road the toad, the lowy tenant of winter walls finds lttle lake in a rut that holds the sky His shy nose twitch-
 ing,
 the rabbit snins the wind; and russet and thin, the fox opes away from his rocks, his gold gaze
 wholly
 amazed again at cherry -boughs that shake their WliLeness over the thawing h Outmatching autumns sky flakes that lay where earth had been
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-04-22
Question Box

o. Describe the flag of the Vati- can State.
 A. It consists of two vertical stripes of equal length and width, yellow at the left and white on the right. The flag is charged with the insignia of the Papacy on the white stripe-triple crown, or tiara, over two crossed keys, one of gold and one of silver, tied with a red cord and two tassels.
 Q. Please give the text of the Olympic oath, recited at the open ing of the 1938 Olympic games in Germany by Willi Bogner, as spokes- man for the Olympic athletes.
 A. We swear that we will take part in the Olympic games in loyal competition, respecting the regula- tions which govern them and desir- ous of participating in them in the true spirit of sportsmanship for the honor of our country, and for the glory of sport"
 o. What woman played opposite to John Bunny, the comedian, in old time films? Is she living?
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-04-22
TODAY'S COMMON ERROR TODAY'S COMMON ERROR Never say, Are you studying the vi0lin?" say, Are you taking violin IessOns?"

A. Flora Finch was John Bun- ny's leading woman in the film comedies. She still makes occa- sional appearances on the screen.
 @. What was the date of death of the man who is said by Haupt- mann to have given him the Lind bergh ransom money?
 A. Isidor Fisch died Thursday, March 29, 1884, in Germany.
 o. What is the address of Sir Robert Baden-PoWell2
 A. Pazhill, Bentley, Hants, Eng land.
 Q. What is the process known as lead burning?
 A. It is the process of joining two or more pieces of lead by melt ing their edges and causing the metal to run together, forming & joint. In all lead burning, abso- lutely clean surfaces are essential to good workmanship.
 Q. When and where did Wood row Wilson take his second oath of office at the beginning of his second term as president?
 A. His second term began on March 4, 1917. and this date fell on Sunday. There was some discussion about his taking the oath in private on Sunday, March 4, and repeating 1t in public on March 5, but that course was not pursued, and he was sworn in at the Capitol without any ceremony on Monday, March 5.
 If you want a copy of our book let, "PE BIENNIAL PIONEERING PLANTS" write to the Waterbury Democrats Washington Bureau, 1913 Thirteenth St., Northwest, Washington, D. C. Enclose 10 cents, for postage and handling.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-04-22
property and the individual initi-

property and the individual initi- ative."
 So on Oct. 6, 1884, speaking to the workers of Milan he outlined the view of fascism and corporatism in confront with the workers. Once he said:
 "Fascism established the equality verascious and profound of all in- dividuals before the work and before the nation"
 Subsequently having spoken of 9 high social justice he explained:
 What is the significance of that more high social justice? It is the guaranteed work, an equal salary, a decorous home; 1t is the possibility of an incessant betterment and cvo- lution! not only: it means also that the workers are to come moreover intimately connected with the pro- ductive process participating to its necessary discipline.
 "If the modern science has null tiplicated the wishes possibility; the same science. controlled and in spired by the will of the state, must solve the other problem: the prob lem of wealth distribution in a way that the illogic, paradoXical and at the same time cruel misery in the middle of abundance, would not be verified any more."
 And in the same discourse tap ping the peace problem he con- cludes:
 If 1t will be peace yeracious, the fecunal peace, that which can not be without the justice compan- ionship, we can adorn our guns with the olive branch. But if that does not happen, you have for sure that we, we men hardened in the Lit toris climate, would re-mate tho point of our bayonets with the lau- rel of the victory"
 MT. Russo, who believes only in the right for the rattling of the swords of the Red army of Russia would rebel to the meaning of the strong words of the Italian leader but he cannot deny that that same man in the last IA years was the only one at admonishing Europe and the world for peace with jus tice for all.
 And so long as irresponsible dema gogues and governments arrogants and prepoterists point to Italy or other nations with the apostrophe of trouble makers, without giving a thought to the justice of their acts, there will be 8 necessity for people to be armed for the defense of their lives and their rights against the exploitation of nations thinking of being the stern monopolists of the wealth of the world.
 Liberalism, socialism, communism ct similia had their time in Italy; and what a time! MT. Russo, Italy paved dearly for their coWardice their inefficiency and their corrupt cd political life.
 To-day that is all over. Musso- lini and faScism are over there to stay and to expand. And the cor pora tiye state of Italy, created for taking the place of the falling so- cialism and modern capitalism, will be the new light of civilization from which other people will acquire the inspiration for solving problems of their national life.
 NUNZIO MURNO.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-04-22

Boy Scouts of New London are primed to do their daily good turns. They are going to police city streets and remove such objects as would cause tire pune lures and bloWouts These include nails, pieces of glass; and other hard substances with cutting edges. It's fine piece of work but we can't see why any commun- ity need delegate such tasks to Boy Scouts. Certainly they come under the scope of some city department.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-04-22
INTELLECTUAL CONNECTS

San quentin, Cal, CUP)-Dr. Harry A. shuder. director of Edu- cation at San quentin prison, has found more than 100 convicts suf- ficiently educated and brilliant to act as instructors in the university extension courses for the 5000 other inmates.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-04-22

l. Where is the Hall of Fame of great Americans?
 2. Who presented the Statue Of Liberty to the United States? Who were the Knights of the Golden Circle?
 4. Is a whale fish?
 5. In law. what is a docket?
 6. In which state was Abraham Lincoln born?
 2. In architecture, what is pin nacle?
 8. In which war did Jefferson Davis serve as an officer in the U. s. Army?
 9. Which state has Jewish population of more than two mil lion?
 10. Name the National Anthem of France.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-04-22

tuary Hall, then whispering from a distant corner the words Get out of here." Unaware of the phenomenal acoustics of the hall, the yokels believe the statues are speaking to them The House of Representatives has spent more than $4O,00O for replacement and repair of furniture during the Seventy-fourth Congress.
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The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-04-22
Horoscope
BY OCTAVINE

For persons who believe that human destiny is guided by the planet, the daily horoscope is out lined by a noted astrOlOger. In ad- dition to information of general interest, 1t outlines information of special interest to persons born on the designated dates.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-04-22

Another sign of the times-installme ads no longer find it necessary to give the price of thing, but merely tell how much you pay month.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-04-22
Daily Nav..xz-G Round Washington - - - LANDON NOMINATION "IN
 THE BAG" SAY HACKERS
= By DREW PEARSON and ROBERT s. ALLEN

Washington April 9 - While it is an old political strategy to put up the biggest possible front before any convention nevertheless there are some very strong supporting factors behind the Landon camps boast that the nomination is "in the bag"
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-04-22

Germany is talking about buying col onies. With what?
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-04-22

APRIL g Persons most likely to be affected by stellar forces are those born from May 2l through June 20.
 General Influences
 Morning-Good.
 Afternoon--Very good.
 Eyening-Bad. The early part of the day is best.
 To-day's Blrthdate You are likely to be impression able and may possess very strong sympathies. December is n good month to expand and advance through study or business and travel.
 Danger Aug. 13-17. May 6 through Q is a good time to buy clothes and to entertain guests.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-04-22
Daily Almanac

Moon sets 8:33 D. m.
 Sun rises 5:03 a. m; Sets 630 D. m All vehicles must be lighted thirty min utes after sunset
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-04-22
I e st Y O UT Knowledge

Can you answer seven of these test questions? Turn to last page for the answers.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-04-22
IN TO-DAY'S MAIL

newspaper responsible opinions readers communications unless accompanied with writer's address will not accepted.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-04-22

Readers desiring additional in- formation regarding their horoscope G4e invited t0 communicate with Octavine in care of this newspaper Enclose . 3-eent stamped, aeif-ad- dressed envelope.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-04-22

Senators enjoyed the informal ity of their secret sessions in the last days of the Ritter trial. when they could put their feet upon the desks and smoke Capi- tol guides have a trick of placing sightseeing yokels in a corner of. the whispering gallery" of Sta
Washington Journal., 1936-12-11

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Washington Journal., 1936-12-11
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Washington Journal., 1936-12-11
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