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The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-12-22
RETIREMENT FUND
 INTEREST RATE AZ
Connecticut Teachers Acc cumulate $lO,OOO,OOO
 for Future Pensions

The interest rate in connection with the Teachers Retirement fund, which was announced yester- day in Hartford, is an important item to many Waterbury teachers who come under the provision. The interest rate of 4 per cent will be credited on January 1 on the $10,- COG, O,000 savings Of Connecticut teachers held for them by board in the state Retirement fund.
 The teachers Retirement Board is required by law to determine each year how much interest shall be credited to these reserves. The law provides that the rate shall be sub stantially that amound earned by the invested funds.
 At the present time there are about 9,600 eachers who are active contributors to the fund. Monthly deductions from salaries have piled up tn: $lO,O00,000 savings that the state is holding for them. When teacher retires the money standing to his or her credit in the fund pro- vides a portion of his or her retire ment allowance. The state adds pension of approximately the same amount.
 Miss Dorothy Shanley. secretary of the board. said yesterday that since its establishment the fund has never had a rate of interest lower than per cent. This rate is higher than most banks are paying at the present time. she pointed out.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-12-22

Three public hearings, involving proposed changes in the zoning or- dtnance of the City of Waterbury, will be conducted tomorrow night by the board of aldermen. One of the applications for a change in zoning classification involves prop erty of the J. E. Smith company in South Waterbury where the new Seaboard Lines terminal is to be located. The second one concerns radio station WATR, it being planned to erect a transmitting sta- tion on land off Baldwin avenue. The third one takes in the matetr of urlifying the zoning classification of property on Railroad Hill street.
 The Smith property in South Waterbury, under the application made. would be sifted from the B residence zone to the industrial zone. This will permit the com- pletion of the Seaboard terminal.
 The property involved, in the WATR petition is now in the B residence zone. The new classifica- ton would place the land in the industrial zone. It is planned not only to erect transmitting towers
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-12-22

A campaign for peace will be the principal objective of the American Legion of Connecticut during 1887 announces Department Commander William Miller of Wethersf1eld. In addition to radio broadcasts, special speakers sMill be recruited to tour the state, addressing the various posts, service clubs, church organi- 2ations and others interested.
 The Christmas season has been selected as the most appropriate time to inaugurate the campaign. The program will open at 6:15 o'clock tonight with 8 broadcast from station WTIC, Hartford. It will mark the first of g series of six addresses by Professor Andre Schenker, department historian, and assistant professor of history at Connecticut State college.
 Commanders Comment
 Commander Miller in connection with the campaign has issued the following statement:
 "The American Legion believes in peace. It believes that our coun- try can be spared the tragedy of another period of bloodshed. For the past IS years the American Legion has been studying and de- veloping @ peace program based on the lessons of history, experience and common sense"
 There are three important points in the Legion's peace plan, MT. Mil- Ter said: l. An adequate national defense; 2. A well defined policy of neutrality in the eventof war be- tween other nations; 3. The enact ment of legislation which will give
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-12-22
RENO BENDETT1
Recording Secretary

Sub-chief ranger, Felix N. Guarini; recording secretary, Re- mo Benedetti; lecturer, Charles Laurino; senior woodward, Vim cent Toletti; junior woodward, John Perrelli; senior beadle, Jo- seph Genova; junior beadle, Frank Sacco; court physician, Dr. Gus tavo Testa; trustees, Louis Ric- ciardi, Joseph Raimo anG P. AL .. bert L.erz.
 Installation of officers will take place January 4th. Next Tuesday the court will be represented at the initiation in New Haven of Governor Wilbur L. Cross as an honorary members of the Sons of Italy.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-12-22

Santa Claus will find Jimmy Colgan, one of the city's most popular entertainers and gloom. chasers, . patient at the Water bury hospital Jimmy is known far and wide for his musical greet ings broadcast over Station WATR on the occasion of birthdays, weddings, anniversaries and other special occasions. He Is one of the most versatile pianists in the state and his programs are numbered among the most popular of radio features. Now Jimmy is on the re- ceiving end of best wishes, happy days good luck and, the other con- ventional ways,of wishing one lots of happiness. Not only Santa Claus, but Jimmie's many friends and best wishes will find him at the hospital if they wish to pay a visit.
 Here's the greetings of the sea- son, Jimmy and best wishes for . speedy recovery.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-12-22
FRATERNAL NEWS
Court Verdi

Louis Lerz was reelected chief ranger of Court Verdi, Foresters of America, at a meeting last night of the group in Liberty hall. It marks the beginning of his ninth consecutive term. John Ciullo was reelected financial secretary for the ninth consecutive time and so was Felix A. Guarini, treasurer. Other officers chosen were:
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-12-22

prices of both what the government and the citizenry buy.
 It is the third point in this pro- gram, summarized by Mfr. Miller in the words, Equal service for all; special privilege and special profit for none," on which Professor 6chenker will dwell in his six ad- dresses.
 Excellent Background
 Fourteen years of travel and study in Europe have given Professor Schenker an excellent background for the discussion of international affairs. Born in Vincennes, Ind, when young man he went abroad and received his early education in
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-12-22
Cam.

Mrs. Leona Daniels and Mrs. Rose Bishop, president and assist ant president of Camp IT, Patri- otic Order of America, were re-. elected last evening at a meeting held in Engineers hall. Other officers chosen were: ,Vice-president, Mrs. Helen Stan- ley; assistant vice-president, Will liam Candee; recording secretary, Miss Gertrude E. M. McKegg; financial secretary, Charles Nose ley; treasurer, Arthur 8. Daniels; chaplain, Mrs. Hattie zedlitz; trustee, Mrs. Rose Bishop.
 A Christmas party was held after the meeting.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-12-22
|BIGAMY ALLEGED.
 IN DIVORCE PLEA
Antonio Pinto MOnteirO De. serts Wife, Children of
 First Marriage :.

Bigamy figures in the suit entered in superior court today by which Blanche Prone Monteiro seeks di- vorce or annulment of her marriage to Antonio Pinto Monteiro alias Antonio DeAmorim Pena. IntOlef- able cruelty also enters into the action.
 Mrs. Monteiro claims she married the man without knowledge of the fact that he was already married, having a wife and several children in Portugal. Monteiro. or Pena, is now a resident of Paio De Freda, Arcos DeValderes, Portugal. The plaintiff, whose maiden name was Blanche Pirone, says she and Mon- teiro were married here February 2, 1884, and that since then she has learned of his other marriage.
 Divorce or annulment, and cus- tody of two children. ages 1-2 years and IS months are sought by Mrs. Monteiro.
 that opened the New Amsterdam fhAakar. iv1. Nnvu Vnrk H
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-12-22
Vice President

officers chosen were: Correspond ing secretary, Mrs. Mary Maselli; assistant corresponding secretary, Mrs. Carmella Cipriano; financial secretary, Miss Gertrude LoRusso; assistant financial secretary, Miss Louise Landolfi; named as trus-
 tees were Miss Gertrude Rosa, Miss Angeline Summa and Mrs. Theresa Salvatore.
 Three hundred members attend ed the meeting which was follow ed with Christmas party. The slate will be installed January IS.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-12-22
Coming Change.Aske
 For Radio Station
Railroad Terminal Also Involves Amendment Alder
 men to Hear Both Requests Tomorrow Evening

but also a structure which will house the radio equipment.
 At the present time on Railroad Hill street there is section of prop erty partly in the residential zone and partly in the business zone. The board of aldermen has been asked to put the property entirely in the business zone.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-12-22
SIGN FANNIE HURST

Fannie Hurst. celebrated author. will come to Hollywood to write the screenplay of show Business" !" . Paramount production scheduled to be filmed in the near future.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-12-22
ROSE BOWL GOES SOCIAL

Pasadena, Cal, tUP)-Pasadena fears 1t will have to use its Rose Bowl next for, social events. Count and Countess Frederock Thorne- Rider at Bel-Air had $50 guests at dinner in honor of the faculty of the University of California. They managed to remain within the liIn- its of an entirfe theater for the occasion.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-12-22
Hawthorne Lodge

Members of flaw. iorne Lodge, Sons of St. George, and Pride of Hawthorne Lodge, Daughters of St. George, will be hosts to chil- dren of the members this even- ing at the annual Christmas, party which will be held in the Kitch- ener Post hall on Bank street.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-12-22
Unico Club

Plans for the New Years eve dinner dance of the Unico club will be made tonight at a meet ing at The Elton. The club will conduct the affair in conjunction with the Coronas club. Joseph Trumfio heads the Unico club ar- arrangements committee while Mrs. Louis 6cibliano Is chairman of the Coronas club group. Reservations will not be made after December 2Bth.
 At tonight's meeting of the Unico club. also. Congressman J. Joseph Smith will speak on the social security act.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-12-22
Townsend Lodge

Next Monday night in Odd Fellows hall the semi-annual election of officers of Townsend lodge of Odd Fellows will be held at odd Fellows hall. Albert c. Lange is noble grand,
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-12-22
GETS READY

Helen Burgess worked all day to- day in the Paramount studio hospi- tai preparing for her role in D. P. schulberg's drama. "A Doctors Diary" She portrays . rehlelious nurse.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-12-22
AYiglianese

Members, of the Aviglianese So- ciety were unanimous in their choice in re-electing Miss Mary D. Mecca president at the annual election held last night in. Moose hall. Miss Mecca was also pre- scented with purse subscribed by the members in appreciation of her excellent service.
 Dr. Grace Santoro was chosen vice-president and Miss Mollie Lu- cia was reelected treasurer. Other
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-12-22
Roosevelt Lodge

Arrangements for the annual New Years eve dance will be com- pleted at a meeting of Roosevelt lodge. Knights of Pythias, which will take place this evening in Pythian hall. M
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-12-22
SEEK A "CARAaEN"

worldwide search for the ideal Carmen" was begun to day by Paramount in preparation for the production of the internationally famous spanish opera by that name.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-12-22
Legion Opens Peace Campaign Tonight
Adequate National Defense Held First Requisites Equal
 Service for All Emphasized Broadcast at 6:I5

the president, in time of a national ernergencyl. the power to determine what resources are needed for the national defense and to stabilize the
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-12-22

Switzerland. He was graduated frorI Connecticut State college. received his masters degree in history from Yale university from which unis versity he will soon receive his doc. tor of philosophy degree. He has sltQ done graduate work at Coluinbln and at Rutgers. Professor echenlEet is member of the American His= torical association, is commander Of Mansfield Coventry post, Afnericaul Legion, and is known to readers of the Hartford Cotrant because Of, his articles Politics Abroad"
 Mochechi Ntgakele, Zulu. 110 years old, has just married again
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-12-22
FORMER BROADWAY STAR

Richard Carle, today member of the cast of Paramount's "Ari- zona Mahoney," starred in the show
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-12-22

that opened the New Amsterdam theater in New York. {
Evening star., 1936-12-13

known in Europe, if not in America -.
Melville dropped into the chair and his
head went between his hands. He was Bit
teriy regretting the line of action he had
taken. Better to have defied them. and told
them to do their worst! He was fool to have
come here with Valerie; he might have known
they would take the precaution of testing any
formulae and processes he gave them. And
at the end they would know he had been
blufing. Valerie had spoken of measures to
compel him to speak. 1t looked as if he were
hemmed within circle from which there was
no escape =.
An hour must have passed when a gentle
tap on the door aroused him, and he heard
Evening star., 1936-12-13
THE STORY so FAR

f:ss;s s:::ssts "f.: ssse;.:s': e! :s: :ss s
covered new metal alloy which
would greatly reduce the weight of aircraft,
the War Department sent him to England to
consult with John Spencer Brydon, famous
metallurgist, and obtain his report.
Before his retirement, Brydon had been
chief of the Federal Laboratories. He and his
younger daughter, Margaret, now lived in
Cornwall, near the home of his elder daugh-
ter who was married to Sir Henry Osmond.
On arriving in London, Richard Melville
met, apparently by chance, Valerie Renard, a
young woman he had known in America.
During dinner together, that evening, Valerie
admitted to Richard that she had deliber-
ately planned this meeting. She said she was
employed by man who was willing to pay
Melville one hundred thousand dollars for the
secret formulae. She made it plain that if
Melville refused, he would find himself in
grave danger.
Richard could not appeal to the English
police for protection. since the War Depart
ment had insisted upon absolute secrecy. He
therefore decided to trick Valeries employer.
He pretended to accept the offer. and drove
Evening star., 1936-12-13

Valerie had indeed spoken
the truth when she said
that her employer was a
man who left little to chance.
Her employer. He
was certainly not the black
haired fellow called Eugene:
more likely he was the man
who had kept carefully
out Of sight behind the cur
tain. Eugene had addressed
him in respectful tones,
obeying his orders with
alacrity. 1t was plain that
the person who had been
scheming to gain control of
the new metal had some
strong reason hr remaining
in the background. Both
Valerieand Eugenehadbe been
careful not to mention his
name; possibly it was we'll
Evening star., 1936-12-13

the bolt being drawn back and the key turn
ing in the lock.
Valerie stood on the threshold. In her hand
was tall candle; its Pickering light revealed
the pallor of her skin.
Tive come to say goodby. Richard. I'm
alone in the house, but Eugene may be back
any minute. l hope you won't think too
harshly of me it's no wish of mine that
you're here :" She remained at the door,
looking at him appealingly. Her evening wrap
was thrown loosely over her arm, and the
carnations made red splash on her bosom.
Haven't you anything to say. Richard?" she
asked softly. Il leave England tonight II
don't suppose well ever meet again."
Melville gave hard laugh. Don't imagine
bear you any Ill will. You've double-crossed
me from the beginning. You admitted as
much. But I suppose that is the way you earn
your living. I'm damned sorry for you" He
made gesture of disgust What's your next
rotten job to be? Perhaps shouldn't ask."
why not? My orders are to take your
formulae over to the Continent to be tested.
The results are to be telegraphed back. 50 if
they're inaccurate. Cesare win soon know -
"Cesare! The name, suppose. Of that man
behind the curtain -"
Il shouldn't have mentioned it, !" she said
quickly. Anyhow, it isn't his name in Eng
land. If you've given him the wrong formulae,
Richard, for Gods sake tell Eugene before
leave!" She gave little shrug of despair.
They'll force the truth out of you LATER
With his hands in his pockets. Melville
leaned against the mantelpiece. MY dear
Valerie, haven't accepted the offer? Your
friend Cesare isn't going to pay me hundred
thousand dollars for nothing - if he ever I'M
tends to pay
''Cesare always pays! When he gives his
word, you can trust it,
Better than can trust yours? You said
I'd be back at my hotel within an hour"
Her eyes swept around the room. This Is
no wish of mine! I've told you 90. - She walked
slowly towards him and placed the candle on
themantelpieoe. The tips her fingers touched
his cheek in a soft caress. Il loved you once,
Richard. but it seems long time ago. could
love you again"
His hand closed upon her wrist, and he
peered down into her face. Her red lips were
smiling, her slanting eyes half f-closed. And
then Melville made a sudden movement.
Sweeping aside the evening wrap which hung
over her right arm, he wrenched from her
fingers small nickel-plated revolver which
had been concealed by its folds.
Thought sor' he said grimly. You make
love in curious way" Already he stood be-
tween her and the door, and began TO back
towards it. ''You came to find If it was the
right formulae gave your friend! Well. III
tell you. They're worth less than the ink that
was wasted ON them"
1T wasn't very clever Of you, Richard"
He was looking at Valerie in surprise. For a
smile had gathered on her features, and her
hand went to the electric bell beside the fire
place. He could hear it ringing somewhere in
the premises below. Almost at once, there came
the sound of heavy footsteps on the stairs.
She had lied when she said she was alone in
the house. and now she confronted him with
(Consisssd on pous -
Evening star., 1936-12-13

Valerie opened door and then stood aside.
mot very luxurious. I'm afraid, Mr.. Mel
ville," came the voice Of Eugene.
Richard walked slowly forward It was
small room with high ceiling. There were no
windows, but he saw skylight above. A bed
stood in the corner. and an easy chair and
washstand completed the meager furnishing.
Eugene. who had followed him in. nodded
abruptly to Valerie: ''You can 60 now."
For a moment, Richard Melville saw her
tall slender figure framed in the darkness of
the doorway. the next instant she had gone.
IF you want anything, there's bell that
rings downstairs" said Eugene, pointing to
wards the narrow fireplace. you needn't
try to get away it's no good" His eyes
strayed to the heavy oak door. Don't imag-
inc the hotel people at the Marquise will
worry about you. They'll get phone mes
sage in the morning saying you've gone into
the country with some friends - and you'll
be back tomorrow night, or the day after"
Melville smiled grimly. you seem to have
Evening star., 1936-12-13

Valerie Renard had already opened the
door and stood looking back at the enraged
and helpless Melville. She gave him an enig-
matte little smile, then turned and began
slowly to mount the stairs.
PART II
v 4 IHEN Richard Melville reached
n the landing above, Valerie was
wv lighting candle that stood on
' table beside the wall. Then she
led the way up narrow uncarpeted staircase
to the attic. When Richard glanced back he
saw that Eugene was following close behind
him; the automatic was still in the mans
hand, and his small dark eyes were alert.
Evening star., 1936-12-13

thought OF everything"
With a cynical bow, Eu-
genemoved towards thedoor
and snapped it shut. Mel
vile could hear the sound
of a bolt being shot home.
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things about criminal psychology and
just why 1t would be frightful social
Injustice TO put this girl In San Quen-
tin"
She turned to Nance Belden, drew
the girls face down on her breast and
patted The rouged check. "See you
tomorrow. dearie.' she promised. BE
q good girl now and be nice to Dan
Mcnamara. because he's one OF the
best friends you'll ever nave"
kiss me again, please Nance Wills
pered. And when Lanny had COM
piled, the girl came around the desk
to Stephen Burt. Il want you to kiss
me. too she said. you're sweet
thank you lot"
When Dan Mcnamara and his pris-
oner had departed. Lanny and Stephen
looked at each other throughout long
silence, which Lanny was flrst to break.
"That girls clean, Stevie. Not 4
touch OF the slattern about her. She
could pass the Binet intelligence test
so fast she'd meet 1t on her way back.
And She isn't tough at all. She's only
trying to be. and she finds 1t uphill
work"
Defense mechanism largely" he
said. Better go home, Lanny. Get 4
good nights sleep and try to forget
what sad world we live In
It'd be id sight sadder II you
didn't live In It." she snapped.
Under stress OF emotion. Lanny, as
she grew older. occasionally INDUCED
herself In little mild profanity.
Stephen didn't mind. He knew she
was disllusloned, middle-aged In point
OF years. but old with the wisdom and
sadness of the world, as only doctor
or trained nurse can be; that she
had earned her privileges. As sur
gical nurse she had been sworn at by
doctors whose nerves grew taut as
piano wires, during dangerous opera
ton, and she had learned to give as
good as she received-wherefore the
men of her world respected her and
liked her, for her courage and effi-
cheney.
See to II that you're on hand In
court tomorrow morning, Stevie, with
sweet line OF scientific argument to
bewilder that Judge and the district
attorney" she charged little later.
Good night, my dear boy"
Dear old Lannyl Once more had
occurred to her the miracle OF love. A
stranger-a bit OF forsam and jetsam
on the muddy sea OF life-had looked
behind her brusque, businesslIke, bel
ligerent exterior and found the great
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