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Evening star., 1937-04-28

With Little Help.
BE OTTO, q popular member OF
n New York's Cavendish Club,
~ recently returned from an ex-
a tended business trip to Cali
fornia. Mr.. Otto, playing with his IA
vorite partner, Jacques Moos. made q
neat small-slsm contract with the aid
Of throw-in play, a squeeze and
little help from the opponents.
South, dealer.
Neither side vulnerable.
Mr.. Moos.
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Mr.. Otto.
The bidding
South. West. North. East.
IA Pass ~ Pass
80 Pass a Pass
50 Pass "a Pass
Pass Pass
West opened a trump, and Mr.. Otto,
after drawing two rounds, played the
ace Of clubs, then the jack, which East
covered with the queen. A small dia-
mond was led to dummy's jack, and
when that held, declarer led q low
heart away from the ace When East
played low, Mr.. Otto made the right
guess; he put on the nine and West
won with the Jack
West was now in tough spot. He
was afraid to lead either q heart or 4
diamond away from his king (ths lat
ter would have defeated the contract)
20 he elected to lead q club. Mr.. Otto
ruffed in dummy, discarded a heart
from his hand and then, hoping the
suit would break, he led the ace Of
hearts and another, which he ruf1ed.
The Washington times., 1937-06-02
SELLERS SEEKS
DELEGATE POST

ALEXANDRIA, Va, June "A
third candidate for delegate to
the Virginia legislature from Alex
andria today filed notice to run
in the August 3 Democratic pri-
mary. He is William E. Sellers,
member of the city Democratic
committee.
The other candidates to date
are Delegate Maurice D. Rosen.
berg, who is seeking reelection, and
Cortland H. Davis, an attorney.
Sellers, a World War veteran
and past master of the H enry
Knox Field Lodge of Masons, is
employed by the Richmond, Fred
ericksburg & Potomac Railway
Company as a mechanical engi-
neer. He is a past commander Of
the Alexandria American Legion
Post and a member of the Russell
Mitchell Post, Veterans Of Foreign
Wars,
The Washington times., 1937-06-02
FriSky Collie Dog
Is Offered for
Adoption

Someone who has a home in
the country where there is plenty
Of space may adopt handsome
collie dog from John NJ. Howard,
5525 Thirtieth st. N. w. (Cleve-
land 3634)
The dog is male and about six
years old. Mr.. Howard has raised
his pet from a pup. The dog is
in perfect health.
Also being given away today Is
a r-month-old female puppy,
of bull and terrier breeds, and
white and brindle color. The dog
gets along we'll with children.
The owner wants someone with
a large yard to have him. Who
ever would like to give the dog a
home must notify Mrs. Robert W..
Smith, 108 Emerson st. N. W..
(Randolph 4158), before 6 p. m.
today.
To all pet owners: Make GER
tain that the person applying for
your pet will give it good home.
The Washington times., 1937-06-02
ELECT RICIAN
EXAMS START

UPPER MARLBORO, Md, June
2.-Mcensing of electricians in
Prince Georges county, authorized
by a recent act of the State legisla-
ture began yesterday with the ap-
pointment of the Electricians Elk
animation and Supervision board
by the county commissioners.
AS stipulated in the legislative
act, which automatically makes
the president of the county fire
mems association member OF the
electrician board, William S.
Freeman, Of Mt. Rainier, Md, in
cumbent president of the associa-
ton, was named chairman OF the
new board. The other members
are Robert w. Connick, Brandy
wine, and John H. Webb, Hyatts'
vile.
Under the provisions of the act,
all electricians in Prince Georges
county must appear before the
newly organized board immedi-
ately and file for an application
and examination. Bond of $1,000
must be posted. Violation of the
licensing act will result in fine of
between $25 and $500 or a maxi
mum of 90-day imprisonment.
The Washington times., 1937-06-02
Student Morality
Probe Is Demanded

NEW YORK, June 2 QN.S9.
A public airing of immortality
charges against 14-to-18-year-old
pupils in Brooklyn high schools
was demanded in a resolution sub
mitted to the Board Of Aldermen
today. Accusations made by Dis
trict Attorney William F. K. Geo.
CHAN have led to a belief that
school officials have been lax in
their duties, and parents, as well
rs teachers, the resolution states.
The author was Alderman Sam
Eon Inselbuch, Republican.
The Washington times., 1937-06-02
CAR ALIGHTING
TRAFFIC PERIL
IS STRESSED

This Is the fifth In a series
of articles based on the educG-
tiondl campaign to reduce the
child death rate in Washington
traffic. The campaign is being
conducted by The Washington
Times in cooperation tDith the
Metropolitan Police Depart
nent.
The lectures being giUen By
Policeman Forrest L. BtnSDan-
ger, tnmilidrIy knoWn as safety
Mike" tUho is appearing tn ttDo
different schools each tDeeE'
form the basis OF these 1rttcteS.S
The danger that awaits those
who alight from street ears or
buses without first making GER
tain that oncoming motorists
are aware of the regulation that
provides they shall stop eight
feet from such a conveyance, was
wildly outlined yesterday by
Safety Mike" in the third OF MS
series of talks.
Girl Wins Prize
Children of the Henry School,
Seventh and P Streets Northwest
were his audience and among tnem
was Patricia Ann Bentsen, OF the
fourth grade, whose list OF 10 Sug-
ooStions covered the child safety
field so thoroughly that she was
awarded the first dollar given away
by The Washington Times. Pa
tricia, who lives at 229-A Bates, St.
N. W., submitted the following
hints:
"StOp, look, and listen before
crossing any street; obey traffic
signals; never run or play in the
streets; obey traffic officers;
obey the safety patrol boys; do
not jaywalk; stand in safety
platforms; watch and lead chill
dren across streets; watch your
step when alighting from any
vehicle, and lend cooperation in
all school safety work."
MAKE SUGGESTIONS
One dollar will be given to the ~
contributors whose suggestion on
traffic safety are adjudged best
each week. Ten suggestions, such
as Patricia submitted, are not
necessary. One may be worth a
dollar to its author. All students
in the District are eligible and all
entries should be addressed to
Safety Nike" care of The Wash
ington Times.
The Washington times., 1937-06-02
TRIPLETS WE'D TOGETHER

Carthage Methodist Church, in
the presence of 800 spectators.
Doris became the bride Of
Francis Kloster, while Dorothy
was married to his brother. Sher-
man. Dora became Mrs. Dew Hill.
The three couples had been school,
mates
The Washington times., 1937-06-02

CARTHAGE, N. Y, June 2
G.NSO-Dorothy, Dora and Doris
Zehr, 24-year-old triplets, became
brides yesterday at a single cere-
mony. They we're married to
farmer neighborS, two Of the
bridegroomS being brothers.
The ceremony took place in the
The Washington times., 1937-06-02
Alberta Defaults
Bonds Third Time

EDMONTON, Alberta, June 2.
For the third time within IA
months the Province Of Alberta
today was forced to default on its
maturing bond issues.
The Washington times., 1937-06-02
School Association
To Meet Here Today

District of Columbia Public
School Association will meet at
8 p. m. tonight in the board room
Of the District Building. Maj.
Gen. Amos A. Fries will preside.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-02-04


 quell the flames. and air vents had to be chopped in the tin roof of the structure.
 The $500 which was saved was owned by Mrs. Leisring, and was found after firemen had given 1t up for lost. Bremen also saved many valuable personal possessions, pa- pers and clothing.
 New Chief Made Debut
 Chief Cayanaugh. appointed to his post only yesterday. directed tho firemen in their battle with the flames. He was assisted by Acting Deputy Chief Martin J. Campion. Though the exact cause of the fire was not immediately deter- mined, Mrs. Margaret Weber said that someone had dropped a match or cigarette near small oil cons, tainer outside her first-floor apart- rnent.
 Police maintained fire lines and directed traffic at the fire scene. Capt. William Duggan was in charge. On duty were 5ergt. Ell Boulangcr and Patrolmen Patrick Cluney, John Carmody, Thomas Pheian, Michael Carroll, William Haggerty, 6ergt. Patrick Foley and officers Patrick Moylan and Fred Hickey.
 At press time this afternoon. Fire Marshal Dennis J. Lahey said that investigation had shown that hot ashes placed against the rear of the building had caused the fire. Further investigation would be made, he said.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-02-04
LOUIS COMISKEY
 GETS BACK HOME
Strange Experience Came to Clerk, Who Fell Asleep
 on Big Liner

New York. Feb. 4.-(UP)-Any- thing could happen to Louis Comiskey today and he wouldn't be surprised.
 The 44-year-old clothing worker has had nothing but excitement and disappointment since Inc became an unintentional stowaway on the French liner Normandie after gay bon voyage party on Nov. %.
 Comiskey arrived yesterday on the liner Paris and today he repeats his oft-told story to immigration au- tnorities on Ellis Island. Liquor flowed freely at the party aboard the Normandie. Comiskey became drowsy and sat down for a nap. When he awoke, the big liner was ploughing through the ocean far from New York.
 Friends on board said, Don't worry, Louis, we'll take care of you" Comiskey emptied his pockets and found 70 cents. Some one gave him a shirt. It wasn't bad voy- age, but Comiskey was worried about what his employer would do when he returned home.
 France Detained Him
 When the NorInandie docked at Le Havre, Louis couldn't find his frineds. French immigration au- tlaorities placed him in what they term tho detention hotel" where he was government guest for two weeks.
 Inspectors questioned him from time to time. Each time he im- pressed upon them the fact that he wanted to get back to America. But they always asked. Where were you born2" Comiskey had to reply, Poland" explaining that he went to the United States in 1913.
 One day Louis was placed aboard a ship. He was happy until he dis covered the vessel was bound for Poland. He spent two days in a police station at ddynia. Then he was sent back to Le Havre for an- other week in the detention hotel" The government finally instruct ed the French line to take Comiskey back to New York. Now he's home and, as he says, "The future is still before me-"
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-02-04
DOCTOR SLAYER
 REFUTES STORY
Denies He Killed Physician After He Had Enticed
 Him Away

Kansas City. Mo, Feb. 4-(UP)-- Robert Kenyon, 20-year-old small town hoodlum, mumblcd today q repudiation of his confession that he kidnapped and killed Dr. J. 0. B. Davis prominent Willow Springs, Mo. physician, after demanding n $5,O0O ransom. Huddled in red and yellow blanket in Jackson County jail, safe from the irate Ozark hills folk who threatened to lynch him, Kenyon said a "nighthawk" was tho real killer. The slight, poorly nour- ished youth stroked dangling fore- lock of brown hair and spoke in the slow twang of the hills. He wore overalls sizes too large and big over- shoes that made 1t almost impos- siblc for him to walk.
 The "nighthawk" who forced him to write the 5000 ransom note on threat of revealing Kenyon's theft of an automobile two months ago. He insisted he had never seen the kindly physician, that 1t was the "nighthawk"-known to him by that name only--who fired six shots in Dr. Davis body and left 1t dying under brush in thicket IA miles south of W illow Springs. There was Q twinkle in Kenyon's dark eyes when deputies gave him cigars and bacon and eggs. He ate greedily. He was brought here soon after the body was found. Threats of lynch- ing were heard through Willow Springs, hamlet of 1,4O0 population, and the hills nearby.
 Questioned On Mattson
 He was questioned here about the kidnap-murder of 10-year-old Charles Mattson in Tacoma, Wash- ington and was asked to explain how he had driven more than 5000 miles in the automobile he stole from 2 Rolla, Mo-, agency last Nov. 24. But he apparently knew little or nothing of the Washington Kidnapping.
 He was held without bond pend. ing trial TOT first degree murder.
 The hill people of South Central Missouri prepared funeral services for Dr. Davis, beloved for his char ity and because he was said to have brought half the people of his lo- cality into the world.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-02-04
$200,00O FIRE
 HITS ANSON|A
Four Story Terry Building in Business Section is
 Badly Gutted

Ansonia, Conn, Feb. 4.-UP)- The four-story Terry building in the heart of the business district was in ruins today, destroyed by $200, 900 fire in which four persons were res- cued, four firemen injured and seven other firemen were overcome. Ap- paratus from surrounding towns was summoned shortly after the fire was discovered last night and appeared out of control. One company re- sponded from New Haven, IA miles away, when local facilities were in- adequate to reach the roof of the building. A shotgun was used to break windows in the upper stories because of low water pressure.
 Three Were Rescued
 Trapped in the building were Dr. Henry Studel, on the second floor, and Joseph Phillips, and Nathan and Morris Schatfer, on the third floor. Ladders were raised to help them escape.
 The fire was believed to have start ed fin the rear of Harry Marks Hardware store on the ground floor. Flames quickly spread through the wooden interior of the old building and for several hours threatened adjoining structures in the con- gested area.
 Four Bremen Overcome
 Low temperatures caused water to freeze almost as soon as it was played on the building. Public works crews kept the street sanded to min- imize footing hazards and relief headquarters was established near by to render first aid to stricken firemen, four of whom were taken to Derby hospital severely affect cd by smoke and suffering minor in juries. Trolley service between New Haven and Waterbury was disrupted as power lines were shut off to elim- mate danger from falling wires.
 Businesses Wiped Out
 Business wiped out by the flames included the Mark Hardware Store and Ann-Marie Beauty Shop, first floor; offices of Dr. Studel, Dr. Ed ward Blumenthsl, and Joseph Hickey, real estate operator, sec ond floor; Sonia Dress factory, third floor, and the fraternal order of Eagles lodge rooms, fourth floor.
 Cause C7, the fire was not deter mined.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-02-04
MANILA CLERGY
 IN CONFERENCE
Continued from Page D

by the bishops, the clergy and the faithful assisting with Your Elm thence in the solemn opening of the Eucharistic Congress in Manila, and am profoundly moved by the loving homage and prayerful solicitude for His vicar on earth, the Holy Father from the heart irnparts to Your Eminerlce, the apostolic delegate, the archbishop of Manila, the au- thoYities, bishops, priests and the faithful. tho paternal apostolic ben- cdtction to pledge copious grace and abundant fruits for devoted labors. !"
 Earlier in the day more than l50,- 900 women from 56 nations attended special women's day services. They were addressed by the Rev. Gabriel Reyes, archbishop of Cebu. Comrnu- iiion waters were distributed to the women by 300 white robed priests.
 Receiving Communion
 Among those receiving communion was a kimona.gowncd Japanese woman. Mrs. 9hizu Osawa of Tokyo, who had been on c boat bringing pilgrims to the Eucharistic Congress and had been converted through contact with the worshippers. She received communion from Bishop Michael ODoherty of the Manila diocese.
 The wotnen's day services preced. Cd separate group gatherings by pilgrims representing their respec- tive nations.
 The Italians were adressed hy Professor R. L. Ricciotti, of ths University of Rome, and following their meeting they sent radicgrams
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-02-04
TAYLOR MURDER
 CASE CLOSED

Los Angeles, February 4. - (UP) District Attorney Buron Pitts closed the 15-year-old William Des- mond Taylor murder case again to- day after hearing stories of three persons who had figured in the drama.
 Mary Miles Minter, blonde queen of silent movies and fiancee of slain director: Mrs. Ada Tanner, sister-in-law to Taylor: and Alfred A. Wright. retired broker, came for ward to discuss the case after years of silence.
 No new evidence has been pre- sented warranting a reopening of the case" Fitts said. Shortly after the murder, warrant was issued for the arrest of Sands, Taylor's former valet. He has not been ap- prehended."
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-02-04

Continued From Page 1)
 mission prepared to head up the Ohio. optimistic that the levees would hold all along the 1,2O0-mile line to New Orleans. "I am pretty sure that the levees are not going to burst" said WPA Administrator Harry l.. Hopkins after a l00-milc expedition out of Cairo yesterday.
 "The situation at Paducah, Ky, is serious and there is a long job ahead there." Maj. Gen. Edward Markham, chief of army engineers, of the commission, reiterated his faith in the strength of the lcvec system.
 The crisis, however, is expected to last for two weeks. Engineers said that the two worst things that could happen now would be heavy rains and adverse winds at places where the levees and walls were weak.
 Memphis Is Safe
 Memphis was safe. She sits high on bluffs except for sections in the extreme northern and southern ends of town. All persons in danger have been removed from the sec tions and the levees have been strengthened. The guage there read around 47 feet, slight rise but the crest is still to come.
 The gravest danger to Memphis was an influenza epidemic that was sweeping through the refugee camps. Physicians said more than l,000 persons were affected either with influenza or deep colds.
 The patrol system was maintained all the way south to the mouth Cf the Arkansas river. In the Arkansas lowland officials continued to con- script able-bodied male refugees for work on the leyees.
 Flood Waters Recede
 Cairo, H., Feb. 4.-(UP)-Flood- waters receded 0.02 of foot here today--the first fall since the wa ters at the confluence of the Ohio and Mississippi reached the record stage of 59.62 feet at 8:30 last night
 At 9 a. m, (CST) the guage read 59.60 a drop from 50.62, where It had stood for 12A hours. Although the river may surge up a little during the next several hours, engineers believed the crest had been reached-and that Cairo was safe behind her 63-foot sea- wall.
 Louisville Is Safe
 Louisville. Ky, Feb. 4--(UPJ--. Health department officials believed Louisville definitely freed of threats of epidemic today and planned im- mediate lifting of remaining quar- rantine restrictions in flood districts. Authorities had prevented refu- gees from returning to their home in these districts for fear they might contract contagious disease in the film and filth and sewage left by receding waters. Restrictions were lifted from half the quarantine area which originally covered more than 12 square miles. Restrictions will be lifted from the rest of the area today or tomorrow if a final inspection shows the district safe for liabitation. Dr. Hugh R. Leavell reported that the single Louisville hospital caring for communicable
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-02-04
Senator Culhane
 Has T1u0 More Bills
(contil.uya from Page l)

ent, deputy superintendent or chief inspector successors shall be named from members or the department who have served not less than ten years.
 Similar provisions are contained in the bill covering the fire depart ment, save that the offices of chief and deputy chief alone are men, toned. Successors to either office must be named from members of the department who have served at least ten years or more.
 Rep. John D. Thoms of Water bury introduced bill today con- corning the Waterbury city court. It provides that in case the judges of this court are incapacitated a member or the Waterbury Bar asso- ciation may be chosen to serve.
 This action is taken In view of the fact that many times 1t Is necessary to bring in judges from out of town to serve when either of the two Wa
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-02-04
Companies at Another Fire

two more engine companies hIlu U truck company were sent to the scene.
 Companies at Another Fire
 Engines 1, ?. 2 and 10 and Truck 3 were at q fire at 324 North Main street when the alarm from Easton avenue came in. The North Main street blaze was 8 chimney fire. iri building owned by Sam Madnick. The alarm came in at 9:20.
 Answering the Easten avenue alarm which came in at 9:40, were Engines 3 and 2 and Truck 3. At Chief Cayanaugh's request. En- zines 2 and 10 were dispatches to the scene from the North Main street fire. Then. at 10:03. Truck 2 was also ordered to Easton avenue.
 The first floor of the Weber home Is occupied by Mrs. Margaret We- Der and her daughters. Edna and Barbara. On the second floor are Mr. and Mrs. Henry Weber. Living on the third floor are MT. and Mrs. Erhardt Weber, their daughter, Joyce, and Mrs. Anna Leisring.
 Third Floor Gulled
 The third floor of the frame structure was almost completely de- gtroyed. The fire also hit tho rear Of the first and second stories, while other rooms on the first and second floors suffered from smoke and water damage.
 The alarm for the fire was tele- phoned in by Mrs. Louis Mazzafer- TO. who lives next door. The blaze was brought under control shortly after HOO. Firemcn had to raise ladders to the top floor and roof to to Pope Plus xI, King Victor Em- manuel and Premier Benito Musso- litii.
 The Rev. Alexis Chombon, of To- kio, and the Rev. Antonicus Four quet, apostolic vicar of Canton, ad- dressed the French pilgrims. The English, Canadian and Australians heard the Rev. Michael 6heehan, archbisiiop Of sydney, and the Rev. Cyril Martindaie of London. The program tomorrow will include spe- cial services for the men pilgrims.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-02-04
CAST SHIFTS

In quick casting shift, caused by personal emergency, Alinc Mac- Mahon late last night was to.ced to give up her part in Paramount's The Years Are So Long" and was replaced by Fay Banter, now en route to Hollywood by plane from New York.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-02-04
BLAMRD F0R nRATH

etonington, Conn. Feb. 4--(uP)-- Carbon Inonoxide poisoning was blamed today for the death of Jesse Cuilha, 60. who succunbed late yes. terday after he and his wife were found unconscious in their home. The fumes came from . kitchen oil stove. Mrs. Cunhs was expected to recover.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-02-04

On . limestone tablet. 3,300 years old, unearthed near the 1phyn5 st Gizeh. Egypt, an inscription makes the boast that Amcnhotep Towed q boat three miles against the Nile stream, using sixty-foot oar.