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The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-03-12
By NEA Service

Kansas City, Mo, March 12- Boss" Pendergast, i'll and aging was absent from Kansas City dur ing most of the fall election cam paigns of f036. Had his strong hand been more tightly on affairs, many political Missourians aver that this would never have happened" Pen- dergast has not been directly in- volved, to date, in any of the dis closures of election irregularities which led to federal inquiry and prosecution.
 Evidence of stealing stood out on the face of the returns. Of a population of 4i6,000, there were 27O,000 registered voters. Too many. Such registration would call for a population of about 600,000. A pre- cinct report showing not single vote for reasonably strong con. gressional candidate certainly called for suspicion.
 As the investigation and trials progressed, the crudest sort of election jugglery and intimidation were shown.
 For example, witnesses testified that early election day Edson M. Walker, Democratic election judge, pulled women election officials with the threat of taking them for 8 ride" Witnesses said John 1T. Drummond, Democratic pre- cinct captain, openly supported Walker in ignoring the ballots, making a false and arbitrary re- turn.
 "ONE. WAY" RIDE
 Mrs. Agnes Aulgur, a Repub- lican election judge, testified Drum mond attempted to frighten her in- to submitting to Walkers plan, but she stood fast against 1t.
 Some of the testimony of Mrs. Aulgur regarding her experience, as revealed in questioning by As- slstant District Attorney Randall Wilson:
 o: What duties did you per- form? A: I checked the origine.i register.
 Q: Was Drummond there? A: Yes
 o: What was he doing? A: See- ing that the voters got in to vote.
 e: What did he say to you right after lunch? A: He said, We
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-03-12

The stories of the courtesy of the local police depart ment have several times been brought to the ore but Officer Bill Mccarthy merits the award of the week. for his courtesy to lady in distress The genial officer is familiar to all pedestrians and drivers who pass the West duty during the day. Wednesday shortly before o'clock rush hour young lady who had parked her on the
 north side of the green opposite the Elton found she had locked her keys in the and unable to do much about it. Seeing her plight Officer Mccarthy offered his assistance and from some neghborng motorist secured screw driver. His second implement was wire coat hanger graciousy loaned by and Holland Company and with the two toos he set to work With In very few minutes he had the window opened he could release the door lock- To him it all in the days work but such acts warrant appreciation and praise from the public which he so faithfully served.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-03-12
Variety Revue For
 St. Patrick's Night
Prominent Entertainers Engaged for St. Patrick's
 Holy Name Society's Annual Presentation

the big hit of the general perform ance.
 James P. Tyrrell is general chair man of the committee in charge and is assisted by Rev. William J. Wir- kus, Rev. pr. Eugene P. Cryne, Rev Bernard Foster, Thomas Fitzrnau- rice, Joseph Bowen, Francis Hardy Edward Loftus and Francis Fitz- gerald.
 The Program
 i.-Lucy Martone and Alex Com. ardo, New England's Dancing Sweethearts: 2.--John Griffin ano Anthony Marzano, dancing deluxe; 3.--William Keefe, soloist: 4. Bobby Southland and her revue, (a) tar dance by Mary Agnes LeFleur; (b) Julie Cavanaugh, in an acrobatiC dance: Co Buck and wing, by shir- ley Maloney; (d) Music, and Rythmn, by Dorothy Bowen: (e) Dance Specially, featuring Dorothy and Lily Garofola, Betty Hanlon Betty Murphy, Mary Agnes Le- Fleur, Rosemary Reed, Shirley Ma. loney, Marie Biondi. Julie Cayaf- augh, and Louise Dorgelok; B. Miss Helen Hurley, vocal artist; 6.-Vincent Kelly, songs: 7.-Bot Morrissey, songs; 8.-Danny Bar rett, speciality; 9.-Marjorie o. Keefe, songs and dances; 10.-- Eileen Kelly, soloist. accompanied by Jane Phelan, harpist; Violin selec. tions played by Michael DiVito; 12 Miss Austra Gunther, trumpet speciality; l3.--Dance speciality fea- turing Helen Ryan, Eleanor Seidel Patricia Cronin and Alice Fitzger. aid. 14.--Dancing by Mary Fitz- gerald; 15.-Mary and Peggy Mo. Cormack, in the very latest dances; 16.--Nancy Gomlin, vocalist. 's
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-03-12

she said, after being threatened with a "one-way" ride. QUIZZED ON TALLIES
 Interesting was the testimony in the trial of Elijah Burke, who said he "just happened to be around" the polling place.
 District Attorney Milligan, the questioner, produced tally sheets on which, 1t developed, Burke had given 0. Jasper Bell, candidate for Congress, all of his tallies up to 300.
 e: Who called off these votes? A: No one.
 e: Well, then, why did you mark off these votes?
 A: I don't know.
 e: You were just handing these votes to him? (No anSwer.)
 e: You mean, you just got a pencil and this tally book and
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-03-12

Song and dance specialties, with a little atmosphere from the Island of Saints and Scholars will serve to make the annual variety revue sponsored by the Holy Name society of St. Patrick's parish, to be held next Wednesday night at the Ly- ceum hall, one of the finest enter tainments seen here in many
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-03-12

Purely personal. Frank B. Gokas drops me onecenter from Lake Wales Florida This is his second trip this year to the sunny climate. Fred Carr is back at his insurance desk after extended soourn in the same state. Dom Caruso of Addison Street is back in the phone book again after suntannng at St. Petersburg Fla. for spell Patsy Brown will show his prize Boston terrier Pats Kid Million Dollar Kid Boots" in the coorful Providence R. l. show tomorrow Mr. and Mrs John ODea celebrated joint birthday party Wednesday night. The popular couple both saw the light of day 25 years ago March 10th Johnny came all the way from Ireland few years back and thankful to the Brass City for his lovely wife, the former Loretta Carroll
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-03-12
HEN LAYS HEAVY EGGS

Conway. V. H.. tUP)--susie. the favorite Rhode Esland Red hen oi Guy Smith. has been outdoing her sisters in egg-laying. Susie lays four-y0lked eggg, each about three inches long. six and three-quagters inches around and a quarter of Q pound in weight.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-03-12

William O'Brien of this city, we'll known vocalist, will be the soIoist at an old Timers Night celebration tO take place in Meri- den Sunday night at HOrrigsn's hall The affair will De . dinner dance which 1t is expected will be largely attended.
 MT. O'Brien will again appear In Meriden on Sunday evening March 21, as the featured soloist during the annual st. Patrick's observance to be sponsored by the Meriden chapter of the Ancient Order of Hibernians.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-03-12

Verdict of guilty was returned against John H. Drummond, left, Kansas City precinct captain, and Edson M. Walker, right, election judge. Each was sentenced to two years. Walker was given five months additional at later trial. aren't going to count the ballots.
 e: Did you make any reply2 A: I told him we were going to count our ballots.
 Mrs. Aulgar said Edson M. Wal ker, Democratic judge and 8 de- fendant in the trial, was standing nearby.
 Q: Was anything said after your protest? A: MT. Drummond said he was going to have a party and wanted to get away. She later left,
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-03-12

Pat Kelley and Gen Phelan of the Co.Eds planned to see the recent YalePenn State basketball clash but had to alter plans at the last minute. They missed thriller Margery Bowling of the sherif's office is promenading in brand new Chev deluxe, with heater, radio and everything John P. "Stubby" Shea makes an enthusiastic participant in all activities whether be membership drive funds campaign. Ditto for Off, cer George Flavin. .. Flashy Freddy Sullivan made hit early this week in his first appearance referee of a female basketball tilt
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-03-12

Dime chains. How long has it been since we were all going to grow rich by mailing each other a dime? Two three years? We'll, we seem to have turned another corner and finished another cycle and people mailing dimes again. This curious variety of chain letter has broken out anew in Denver. Four chains were discovered there the first week in March and there may be dozens of them this week. And from that famous center of wildcat finance the delusion will probably be spreading the country again. Now if somebody would only come along with cartwheel- letter chain, why we might join in, but then you couldn't send many of the silver dollars through the mails, could yOu?...
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-03-12
HORSE WEIGHS MORE THAN
 TON

London, (UP)-The largest horse in England was exhibited at the Shire Horse society's show at the agricultural hall. She is i've year old Boughrood Lady Grey and she stands l9 hands. one inch, three hands higher than the average horse, and weighs more than a ton.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-03-12
HEN INJURIES MoTORIsT

Hartville, Mo.--(UP)-Gus Moore was treated at a hospital here for cuts on the face received while a hen, attempting to dodge his truck, flew through the windshield and out through a rear window. The hen continued her flight.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-03-12
Tall Tower Topics
Good Evening.
pnAsH.pAoK TO EIGHTY EIGHT
sY THE MAN IN THE TOWER

Who fears to speak of eighty-eightl a4 Almost fifty years ago at this writing, + The midnight ride of Paul Revere
 Was scarcely exciting o" -' Late one day with spring in the onhng, Just like we're waiting right now, The snow began and how it came down, In that era before the modern blow sa8 Folks looked for few hours fal .tI Or through the night at most :uI But gosh all hemlockl by early morn There wasn't visible sign post Did the snow stop at that?
 No sir; 1t showed through another night by gum In swirls and whirls piling up
 It showed and showed ad inhntum. g.r The stories that come to us about that time Are past ali belief and trust If one dared to stick out head He was met with devastating gust Of wind and snow, and wind
 From the early hours till ate So gather round now children dear,
 While the old uns recall eighty eight.
 -Em. En-
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-03-12

Boston (UP)--Bunker Hill monu- ment now has watchdog. Ruth, a l2-year-old Irish terrier, keeps the grounds free of lettering dogs and accompanies sightseers up the 249 steps to the top of the monument.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-03-12
RECoMPENsE

There is a way of life immune from tears From dim traditions foolish hopes and fears lifting of the soul to better things AS habits fly away on tawdry wings. Whence comes the strength to raise voice in song Above the tumult where no mortais belong? Man in ageless dreams will never know The arms that bore him in the long ago. So come dawnIngs new vncharted seas; The soul scars high upon the mornings breeze And now the voice that speaks above the bar As sunrise fire illiInineg the morning star Eternity has banlshed mans despair oods heritage Creations greatest prayer.
 -0eorge L. Lee
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-03-12

Many new toy factories have beer established recently in Atastrnlia.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-03-12
BEHIND THE SCENES
 lM WASHINGTON
,@V RODNEY DUTCHER' DeniocEAt washington
 Correspondent

Mail to Senators on Supreme Court Plan Not All Calm or DecorOus; Union Chiefs Privately Admit Divided Leadership in Steel Indus try Is Big Factor in Wage and Hour Negotiations.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-03-12
U. s. Prosecution In Kansas City
 Warming To All Election 'FixerS'
IlIegalMetl1od In Vote Tally
 Exposed

This Is the second of two articles revealing the true sig .nificance of the Kansas City election fraud trials. Every voter has . vital interest in the picture of ballot stealing uncOv- cred and punished by federal investigators and courts.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-03-12

Armament industries are booming in hoSlovasia.
The Nome daily nugget., 1937-10-30

Dr. and Mrs. w. A. Rystrom who arrived at Nome on the last boat, have been unfortunately in- disposed since their arrival, whi- ch has detained the opening of his dental offices.
 They have offered their apolo- gies and pr. Rystrom expects to be ready for business November 18th. They will also be at home after December lst. An adver- tisement for Dr. Rystrom appears elsewhere in this issue. His of fees will be located across the street from the federal building on First Avenue West, in the for mer location of Dr. H. G. Hughes.
The Nome daily nugget., 1937-10-30

This fall has been a bumper year for marriages among Nome ties, as evidenced by the Nugget nearly every evening for the past week. And tonight we carry still another item of local news that Miss Florence Blatchford and John Englen obtained a marriage license today from the U. s. Con- missioner, and it was further re- liably reported that the wedding would take place sometime this evening. The chivarvari gangs of Nome kids have been having a Roman holiday this fall, and are waxing wealthy on the numerous weddings which have taken place todate.
The Nome daily nugget., 1937-10-30
Held As Slayer
 Young Woman

SAULT ST. MARIE, Ontario, Oct. 3Ot41Vernon Spencer, aged 40, of Wixion, Michigan. is held as a material witness in the death of Miss Helen Grier, aged 28, a stenographer at northern hunt ing cottage. The pajama clad body was found with bullet wound in the head and a rife by it's side. Authorities said 1t was not self-infiicted. Spencer said he and the grl occupied the cabin while on a hunting trip
The Nome daily nugget., 1937-10-30
Helen Baldwin
 Pete Olson We're
 Married Friday

Last night, the 29th of October was a night of many events in the Baldwin family. Helen was married; Ada left on the North Star" for school; and it was Bob's birthday.
 The wedding was quiet home gathering when Helen Baldwin was united in wedlock to Peter Olsen, The simple, beautiful church wedding ceremony was performed by the brides father Lorene Hagen and Robert Bald win stood up with the bride and groom. Following the ceremony delightful combination wedding and birthday dinner was served.
 Neither the bride nor groom need any introduction to Nome ties for they have spent the most of their lives right in our midst They are "oldtimers" to most of Us. We speak for all when we wish them great, great joy to- gether and long years of life, They are at home 10 all their friends in. their little house by the sea,
 And so to Helen we wish hap py married life; to Ada bon voyage and helpful, happy year at school; and to Bob a very hap py birthday.
The Nome daily nugget., 1937-10-30
AirpIane News

The PAA Pilgrim 100, Pilots Crosson and Knox arrived at Nome this afternoon from Fair banks after stopping overnight at Koyuk. General Manager Cros- son of the Pacific Alaska Airways declared that the regular winter mail contract would commence this Monday, when PAA planes would begin bringing mail mat ter into Nome twice a week. The first flight to Nome is to be made Monday. Crosson and Knox will return 10 Fairbanks Sunday.
The Nome daily nugget., 1937-10-30

A tug and lighter. loaded with freight and machinery. including large Caterpiller equipped with bulldozer, and a five-ton quartz mill for K. w. Silver, left Nome today for Solomon, where the machinery and freight will be discharged, the "Cat" for the Lee Brothers Dredging Go.
The Nome daily nugget., 1937-10-30
NEWS ITEMS

M. s. Nanuk, Capt. Castell, is enroute to Golovin today and will return to Nome with a quantity of fresh caught herring for the Polet Stores.
The Nome daily nugget., 1937-10-30

Pilots Hans Mirow of the Mirow Ar Service, hopped off today for Fairbanks with Mrs. P Meeker, Bob Taylor, Coleman Griffin and nephew, and one other. He is returning tomorrow with mail.
The Nome daily nugget., 1937-10-30

Pilot Herman of the MAS, flew to Solomon with Jack Anderson and Allen Lee today and return ed and was scheduled for another flight this afternoon.
The Nome daily nugget., 1937-10-30

Pilot Sig Wien of the Wien AL aska Airlines flew to Haycock to- day, and was scheduled for a flight to Taylor with Jimmy Kea- liner and Sam Godfrey.
The Nome daily nugget., 1937-10-30

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Imperial Valley press., 1937-02-21

Quill DO SOiiiPiStC ulouidtlOll, Wdlcl
meters, sewer, plumbing to the al
ley, gas hot water heater, light
fixtures and similar accessories.
Mr.. and Mrs. Appley expected
to move into their new home to-
day, just two months after con-
struction work started. Ordinarily
it would have taken 80 to As days
to build the house. but the Janu-
ary cold snap delayed progress.
The lot, measuring sixty by 140
feet, was purchased from the city.
Conveniently arranged, the bun
galoW contains combination
kitchen and breakfast room, large
living room, two bedrooms and
bathroom. On the exterior it is
finished in white siding with green
trim and green composition shin
giles. Porch and pillars are in a
venetian red.
The interior is up-to-date in ev-
cry respect. Walls are of patented
construction of knotty pine. The
interior walls are narrow to give
more room, and all exterior walls
as we'll as ceiling, are insulated
with rock wool.
Each room is finished different
ly and all ceilings are natural cello
tex. in panel Or tile variety. Com
mon lumber has been used thru
out, which helps account for the
economy. There is an abundance
of French windows with crank
adjusters Floors are 1916 inch
oak with the exception Of kitchen
and bathroom which are of de-
signed linoleum.
The living room measures l2-lo
feet, the front bedroom 10 llf2
feet and the back bedroom 10 10
feet. There is liberal closet space
throughout, and especially in the
kitchen where wall cupboard and
overhead cupboerds give extensive
storage space.
The garage, measuring l6 x 10
feet, is large enough for two cars,
but will house only one car ana
extensive laundry space. 1t con-
tains two laundry sinks. The floor
is of reinforced concrete.
The Sones Lumber Company
supplied all materials for the house,
which was financed by means OF
the building plan of the Imperial
Imperial Valley press., 1937-02-21

Valley Building and Loan compa-
ny. This was the fourth house
of its kind built during the past
year by Edward Crandall. contrac-
tor. Each house varied in size,
shape and other features, but the
economical and durable nature of
Ia tent ed wall structure and
construction was generally follow
ed throughout.
Imperial Valley press., 1937-02-21
RULING UPON
HOME SITE
PROVES BOON

The Miami office of the Federal
Housing Administration refused to
insure a mortgage on house that
was TO be built on lot in an un-
restricted neighborhood. The pros
pective builder resented the deei-
sion. but while the matter was be-
ing further discussed a chicken
hatchery and hen house were built
within a few yards OF the site on
which the house was TO have been
erected. With this corroboration OF
the insuring Offices judgment the
prospective builder was convinced.
Imperial Valley press., 1937-02-21

store was set because time was
given for the present tenants OF
the old post office building to find
new quarters.
Remodeling will cost approxi-
mately $4,000, according to build
ing permit issued at city hall Fri
day. Construction will be done by
the Post office Syndicate COM
posed of John E. Davis, George
Anderson and w. T. Bill.
he main section of the build
ing situated on Fifth street be-
tween Main and State streets will
be 10 feet by 10 feet in extent.
A space 20 feet by 80 feet will
be cut from the building at the
south and added to the SafeWay
Imperial Valley press., 1937-02-21
Program Held on
Defense Week in
Imperial Valley

In celebration of national week
the Imperial Valley Reserve Of
ficer. American Legion and Auxil-
iary sponsored a program on that
subject Friday night
Capt. Charles P. Delp covered
the subject from the Reserve Off
GERS standpoint; Mrs. Harvey A.
Kenyon for the Auxiliary, the Rev.
Devon Ellsworth speaking from
the viewpoint of clergyman. Miss
Jane Hartzog sang several solos.
This program was broadcast.
Imperial Valley press., 1937-02-21

quarters. The front Of the south
section, according to present plans
will be cut into space for two
stores.
Parking space will be provided
at the rear of the building for
customers of the Safeway store
and for the A and P store situated
in the 400 block on Main street.
Customers may enter the parking
lot from State street.
Jasper TraverS is the contrac-
tor; Frank Lopez will lay the con-
crete: Fred Smith will have charge
of the electric wiring; Walter Pol
lard will do the painting; S. c.
Blackman will do the plumbing,
Imperial Valley press., 1937-02-21

year as showing from 25 to so
per cent increase, with one COM
pany reporting rs per cent IN
crease during January over the
same month III 1886.
Not restricted only to residential
construction, building activity has
been felt IN every line. Industrial
construction as well has responded
TO the general upSwing, dealers de-
clared, and is about equally divid-
ed with home building. Recent
building permits range all the way
from packing sheds, theater re-
modelling and store rebuilding to
residential construction in the
$4,000 class.
Representative men close to
building activity report:
Pat Glasgow, Sones Lumber Co.
Volume nearly so per cent
ahead of last year . Federal and
private loans and general easy
money" have had tremendous ef-
feet on increasing business :.
Neal Gavin. Gavin Lumber Co.
Ten homes built Or under
construction since November
Noticeable boost in home construc-
ton on farms Higher market
prices offer foundation for up-
swing ...
Everett Miner. Whiting Mead
Co. Easily so per cent ahead
of a year ago in volume of busi-
ness Seven homes now under
construction
John Wells, I. v. Bldg. and Loan
Co. Slight recession in build
ing activity due to heavy frost
during January but picking up
again Central cooling. heating
plants, gas and electric devices
recently on market, simpler loans
add to incentive for home building.
Recent building permits on file
at the Ell Centre City Engineers
offices include:
Haas Baruch, 500 permit issued
for garage work and extending
wall.
George Jones, S125 permit for
steel sign structure, 333 Imperial
avenue.
Addition to Buddhist church, 45o
Commercial avenue, metal SIC
permit.
S. B. Gibson. 5000 permit for
residential repairs.
Two residences under construc-
ton for Tony and Paul Maggie at
4th and Sandalwood. Two $500
permits.
o. J. Jennings, residence con-
struction, 7th and Sandalwood,
$500 permit.
A. Russell, residence, between
10th and 18th on Olive, $4,000 per-
NIT.
ton, 1864 Euclid street.
P. H. Cory. 5th and Hot ave-
nue., $1,000 permit.
Carrie Gentry, home construc-
ton. $50 South Second street, $500
permit.
o. J. Jennings. installation of
central heating and cooling SyS-
tenn at 676 Sandalwood, $1,000 per-
nit.
Emery Girard, shed construction
622 State street, $780,
California Hotel. balcony work,
5000.
Charles Friedman, residence re-
pair, 675 Vine street, s70o permit
Residence construction, Shirley
Deakins, APT Len Rey, $4,000 per-
nit
Bottling plant, AL State Street
$1,000 permit issued to A. L. Her
Imperial Valley press., 1937-02-21
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