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The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-12-29

about sii ,ooo,Ooo was to be aIlocatsd tor certain building projects to be taken from 6 selected and graded list.
 The remainder or necessary part of it was Co be used to retire the states deficit. Inasmuch as this will not be done now until the end of the current fiscal year, it is obvious that $14, ,000, 900 isn't going Co be needed. The deficit was recently estimated to have dropped considerably. By the first of July, 1888, it may be even lower than it is right now, which, of course, will mean that fewer deficit bonds will have to be sold then. But the money left over will not go for more public build- ing projects. Money for them was ear. marked and what's left in the bond fund can't be used.
 However, by 1889 1t may be possible that the Legislature will realize that the $11, 100000 fund was paltry when com pared to the vast amount of building re- quired to modernize our institutions. Perhaps then we'll have the remaining millions appropriated for building pur- poses. Perhaps then all the presently contemplated jobs will be underway. Last week witnessed the opening of the first bids for the new library at Connecti- cut State College. We hope that the states venture into big building pro- gram will be an incentive to private bus inesS to follow suit.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-12-29

It didn't take them long to get busy on that stretch of condemned roadway down in New Haven. The contracting firm was busy just before Christmas replacing the 5000 square feet of pavement that State Public Works Commissioner Robert A. Hurley claimed did not come up to spec ifications For short time 1t looked as If the contractor might prove obdurate, but evidently the firm thought better of 1t for worknen were hard at 1t last week putting in new asphalt in place of the original surface. This is probably the first instance in many years that high way job has been found at fault and re- placement ordered by state agency. It Is indicative, too, of the change in our mode of state government. When we got reorganization last spring many didn't realize what was coming off. Well, the results to date have been rather pleas ing, because they have shown that the state is determined to do business in ap- proved methods and not act as philan- thropic gentleman towards all and sum dry
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-12-29

Does this explain 1t? Filing of expenses by democrats and republicans in Mer- iden, where the latter recently won the biennial city election, shows that the g.o.p. spent three times as much as their opponents In hiring automobiles alone. Between them the two parties expended $4,758 In auto hire. Of this amount $3,728 was spent by the republicans and $1,030 by the democrats. There were over 800 cars used in getting out the vote. Evidently this Is the way to win an elec- ton, for 1t has been some few years since the republicans have ruled the roost in Meriden. This might be lesson to other political organizations throughout the state as how to proceed to win an elec- ton.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-12-29
Closing the Barn Door

Rep. Noah Swayne of Darien, Republi- can House Leader in the Legislature this wear. intended to demand legislation to protect the state in land purchases If ir- vestigatlon of the Merritt Parkway right of-way sales shows the need. He awaits the report of Controller Charles c, SWartz to Governor Wilbur L. Cross before arl- nouncing any definite plans along this line of thought. Incidentally Gov. Cross Is to receive three reports on this latest angle of the Fairfield County express highway construction. He will get one from SWartz, one from Highway Depart rnent Commissioner John A. Macdonald, and one from Public Works Commission or Robert A. Hurley.
 Most people are waiting to hear what Commissioner Hurleys check-up will say, for they figure that this will be the "juici- est" of all those submitted, If any of tho reports are inclined to reveal that things have occurred which shouldn't occur m the best of regulated families. As a matter of strict fact 1t may be logically proved that the state paid no more for the land It acquired as highway rights of way than private company or an individual would have been forced to spend. What with Fairfield County getting all excited over county planning and cross-county park ways etc., land values are apt to undergo startling revaluations over night.
 Nevertheless Rep Swayne Is on the right track In proposing legislation to protect the state from land price imitation. The Merritt Parkway has been under discus. Dion for SO many years and Its potential route discussed so openly that 1t was very easy for anybody to do plenty of speculate Ing with the state as the gullible custom. CT. With several other big highways, all similar to the Merritt Parkway. being considered, the state will certainly need plenty of protection fl 1t is going to keep their costs within estimates. The reyela- ton of prices paid for Merritt Parkway land will produce land value boom such as the state never witnessed, once high way plans become definite.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-12-29
Useful Contention
Hartford's Experiment. in Seeking Public Opin- ion on New Budget Makeup Regarded as
 New Step in Political History.
Christian Science Monitor

under pressure from other groups for continued city services, no re- duction in school expenditures and
 maintenance of present salary scales, Mayor Spellacy has asked the Hartford Board of Finance to prepare two budgets for 1898.
 one will be based on the Mayors own idea of what is needed to maintain the present level of serv- ices. It will mean an increase in the tax rate of about 4.8 mills. The second budget clips $l,50O,000 from expenses. It provides less street lighting, less school money, fewer policemen, reduced salaries, fewer street repairs, less expenditures on Hartford's beautiful parks. But 1t will permit retention of Hartford's present 26.7 mill tax rate.
 Until Mayor spellacy announced the rival budgets there had been e general opposition to the tax in- crease, but 1t wasn't concentrated enough to bring crowds to the fl- nance boards hearings. With items listed on two comparative budgets, taxpayers will see just what value the increased price will buy, and debate over specific items.
 Already Parent Teacher Ngroups, real estate owners, municipal em- ployees and others are exhibiting keen interest. Next month the Court of Common Council wil! hold hearings on both budgets. No mat ter which Is adopted, the discuss sions and consequent publicity will acquaint Q great many more persons than ever before with the more i'm. portant costs of government. Such understanding is 6 useful factor n any city government.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-12-29
Spending Spree Starts

When Connecticut solons earlier this year decided to forego the time-honored pay-as-you-go system and plunge into an orgy of bond issues they cast an eventful die. The numbers showed up on one side last week when up at Hartford officials met and opened the first bids for public construction to be awarded under terms of the bond issue bill. The Legislature voted to allow $a5, 100000 worth of bonds to be floated by the state. Of this amount
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-12-29
A Book a Day
Explorer Performer on the World Stage

Lawrence 0riswold was first fired with the yest for exploration In his Harvard days. He spent hours browsing in the lore of the buried cities of the ancient Mayas. And he resolved at length to do Q stint of exploring himself. The result IS some 10 years and 100000 miles Of most extraordinary adventure around the world.
 The best of it Mfr. 0riswold has corralled between the covers of his fast-moving book, "Tombs, Travel and Trouble" tHillman-C Curl: s0.
 At the outset MT. Griswold warns you that this is not an auto- biography. Before you have plung- cd through many pages you agree. Here is Q collection of fascinating stories, each against a backdrop of trouble, while the author is relegated throughout to the place of a mere performer. So much for the tech- nique of the book.
 41ut lUOk Nt tlU pSAAVAAHVAt eAs Mexico and Central America. Griswold uncovered new ruins of the Aztecs and the Mayas: in the sulu Sea he drifted, helpless, for i've days with only 6 pint of water to share with 24 thirst-maddened Chinese; in KoEnodo. the lost world of the South Pacific, he conducted one of mans rarest scientific ex- petitions and returned with prehis- toric dragons.
 Oriswold's archaeology has car- ried him from the Americas to Tibet, to Mexico and Africa. He tried, without success, to uncover the lost books of the Mayas. That story brought him c deluge of trouble, as have most of his others, and you lay down his book at last with the conviction that here. surely, Is one of the years best "autobiographies" after all. s--P. c. r.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-12-29

The method Mayor Thomas J. Spellacy has used to dramatize the Hartford budget and tax rate might be used with equal effect in, other cities to arouse interest and un- derstanding in those municipal fiscal affairs which are at once so provocative and 50 beclouded to the average taxpayer.
 Faced with demand from certain sections of the public for tax rate reductions and at the same time
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-12-29
Selected Poem
MARYLAND
tJames W. dalavin, in the Poets Column,
 Hartford CourAli0

tJames W. dalavin, in the Poets Column,
 Hartford CouraiiD Winding down among the daisies Through the rank and tangled grass. Meath where golden apples nodding Ripcn while the Sunbean1s pass, Leads path adown the hillside, To brook whose waters bright Laughing over moss and pebbles, Sing unceasing day and night. Here to greet the early sunrise Birds their happy carols tell Here the Speckled trout and minnoWS Lurked at noon in Iiowery dell, Frogs In drowsy concert croaking Mingled notes with crickets' song-- .. Natures orchestra rehearsing, Whiling summer hours along Tripping thru the dews at twilight After hours of work or play Boys and girls in natures footgear Wandered here at close of day Idly splashing in the wateis, Listening to the Whippoorwill Or the cry of owl so lonely Sounding from the forest Till. We watched upon It's dancing bosom, MTrored there the starry dome Picturing in our childish fancy These were lights in heavens home Then as evening shades descended, Terror seized us in our flight, As we viewed in passing shadows Evil specters of the night. Memoryland thus lives end fingers Thru those years forever flown. Whilst birds sang and bees were humming Youth are men and women grown. This self-same brook with changing waters Bushes on with restless flow But the dreams of youth arc faded, Tn the realms of long ago.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-12-29
Daily Almanac
Moon rises 4:33 a. m.

Moon rises 4:33 a. m.
 Sun rises 7l6 a. m. sets 4:3l p. m.
 All vehicles must be lighted thirty minutes after sunset.
 It's hard to say if the recent change in the moons phase lived up to expectations. The day before Christmas the moon entered the last quarter between and 10 o'clock in the morning. Coming so near noon this is indica- tive of foul weather, rain oi snow, depending on direction of the wind. However we had fair weather with two exceptions, Christmas eve and yesterday. The next phase occurs Saturday.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-12-29
Questions and
 Answers
YouR QUEsTIoNs ANswEREI
By Frederick M. Kerby


 Enclose . three. .cent stamp for reply when addressing any ques. llon of fact or information to the Waterbury Democrats Service 'Bu- reau at Washington. Legal and medical advice cannot Do given, nor can extended research be un. dertaken. Bc sure all mall is ad. dressed Co Che WATERBURY DEMOCRATS SERVICE BU- REAU, 1013 Thirteenth Street. Washington, D. 0.
 THE EDITOR e. What is the real name of the radio character "Uncle Ezra" and how old is he? A. Pat Barrett; 48 years old. e. When was Armistice day made Q legal holiday in New York state? A. April l2, 1884.
 o. What Is the amount of the total private debts in the United States?
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-12-29
AUSTRIA TO TRAIN LEADERS

Vienna (UP)-A school where spe- cially selected boys will be trained as political leaders of the future has been opened here by Q special gov- ernment decree. Only youths whose families are loyal to pr. Kurt schuschnigg's regime and who pose sess the qualities of leadership will be admitted to the academy.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-12-29

State Motor Vehicle Commissioner Michael A. Connor is preparing to "crack down" on all motorists who have not had their cars inspected. The dead line for inspections is this week and after that # you fail to get by you'll have to go to Hartford for tests. And it'll cost $1. Don't forget this is the last week.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-12-29

Real fact ss that Roosevelt was aiming at the Supreme Court t--and this was the reason why:
 On the day previous, the Sue preme Court heard the case of the Pacific Gas 6s Electric company vs( the Railroad Commission of California. One of the most igl1- portant utility controversies in years, this case involves the power of regulatory agencies to fix rates on the prudent investment basis.
 The crucial test arose out of Q ruling handed down in 1893 by Clyde L. Seavey, president of the California Railroad Commission, imposing the prudent investment theory as a base for P. c. & Els rates. The corporation irIlmedi- ately took the order into the courts where 1t slowly rose to the Supreme Court for Q final show down. Meanwhile, Seavey also went to Washington to become Q member and later acting-chair- man. of the Federal Power Com mission.
 When the Pacific Gas and Elec. trio case was about to 90 before the Supreme Court, he proposed to his fellow w-Commissioners that the FPC file c formal brief up- holding the California commits sion. As Q result, Solicitor Gen. eral Stanley Reed was given . special brief to lay before the court.
 When Reed offered is, Chief Justice Hughes inquired whether the statement represented the views of the Administration. Reed couldn't answer because he didn't know.
 Now under the Constitution, the President cannot intrude in the, affairs of the Supreme Court. But there is more than one way to fry an egg. The President could not reply to the Chief Justice de rectly, but he could talk to the press for publication.
 AND THAT IS HOW MIR. HUGHES GOT HIS ANSWER. New Dealers Weaned
 With the ablest New Dealers steadily weaned away by tempting business offers, any man who withstands temptation stands out like a flare In Q storm. Such an exception is Dr. Isador Lubin, brilliant head of the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
 Tn the last six months he has turned down three business propositions ranging from twice to three times his Se,000 govern inent salary. Latest offer was made only last week and carried 6 $23,000 pay check.
 Another was received some time ago from c group of lnanufac- turers who asked Lubin to become the "cZar" of their industry. Lu- bin declined. Later several of the manufactures came to Washing ton and urged him to reconsider.
 even pay you $1,S00 . month,' they said.
 "It's not . question of money" Lubln insisted.
 "Well," they said, "NErs. Lubin is editor of the Journal of Progressive Education. Doubtless she doesn't want to leave her jO5. How much does she set"
 "Torty. five hundred"
 "All right, we'll throw that in."
 "Gentlemen, repeat" Lubin declared, 1t isn't Q question of salary"
 "You own . farm outside Of Washington, don't you? We'll, to show you how much we want you we'll throw it In and trans- port your furniture free"
 Hut Lubin remained adament. He Is still chief of Labor Sta tistlcs.
 (Convri0ht. lo37. hv United
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-12-29
New Deal Expects High Courts to o. K. Looms to Cities For Power Plants;
 U. s. Takes Big Step January as 2l
 Stotes Begin to Pay Idle Benefits
- g1BW RRAmDUn

WASHINGTON, December 20 There is one Supreme Court case in which the Administration feels certain of victory This is the Duke Power Company and Alabama Power Company involving the right of the PWA to lend mony to municipalities for the erection of power
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-12-29

A. Long-term private debts are estimated at 73.3 billion dollars.
 e. For Q joke I substituted some B. B. shot in friends shotgun that ordinarily took No. { shot. When he fired, the gun burst. Was that caused by the B. B. shote
 A. The National Rifle association says that the substitution of B. B. shot would not cause the gun to burst. Usually the bursting of a gun is caused by an obstruction at the muzzle, and the fact that the gun burst at the time 1t contained the substituted shot was only 6 coin- cidence.
 c. How much has the amount of postal matter carried by airinail in- creased in the last ten years2
 A. From 1927 to 1887 1t has in- creased from 1854, ,l66 pounds to an estimated amount of 26,000,000 pounds this year.
 e. What do the initials ID. F." after Mexico stand for?
 A. Distrito Federal (Federal Dis- trict).
 e. was born in Hartford, Conn.,, a years ago and when I was ten years old my Italian-born parents moved back to Italy, taking me with them. They were not naturalized in the United States and have estab- lished a permanent residence in Italy. Am I an American citizen?
 A. Since your parents had not expatriated themselves from Italian citizenship, and returned to Italy for permanent residence while you were a minor. you are not Q citizen of the United States; you are an Italian subject.
 Hf you want . copy of our book let MARRIAGE LAWS IN THE UNITED STATES" write the Waterbury Democrats Washing Con Bureau, 1918 Thirteenth street. Washington. D. c. Enclose 10 cents ill postage.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-12-29

Another good place to look when you've lost something round the house Is the telephone book.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-12-29
WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 20, 1887
A Thought for Today

nue when they In their trouble dld turn unto Nhe Lord 0oa of Israel and sought him. he was found Oe them.-IE Chronicles, 1Sib.
 0od bo praised, who, to believing souls, gives light In dizziness comfort in despair.-shakes gpeare.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-12-29
Feet Y Q ur Knowledge

Can you answer seven 0g these test questions? Turn to last page for the answers. 1. What body of water separates Cuba from the island of Haiti?
 2. Who is Chairman of the &c., curities and Exchange Commission? 3. Where Is Devils Island?
 {. What does the word diary mean?
 6. Can Japanese and Chinese be naturalized in the United States? 6. Who is called the Apostle of Ireland?
 2. Where Is Brown University 8. What Is the name for the po- liticai subdivisions of Switzerland? 9. Who was Johann Sebastian Bach?
 10. Name the state f,owsr of Cdl- orn00.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-12-29
In New York
nYyGEORGE ROSS

New York, Dec. 20 - This huriy- Burly: There was the man who en- tered the Paramount Building eleva- tor at the 2Srd floor the other night He carried Q huge bundle. The ops orator, on the alert to foil theft, asked for pass. But the passen- ger demanded exemption on q technicality. He was, 1t seems, great. ly attached to his bundle-since It happened to be Q plaster cast; ana his arm was inside 1t.
 And there was the old, eccen- tric lady at the information desk in Radio City.
 "Please tell me what you have to see around here." she request ed, "I'm expecting some visitors next week.
 The clerk was all service.
 "Our guided tours show you all the points of interest in the de- velopment," he informed her.
 "Oh, mercy" replied the whim. sical old lady, T don't want any, thing as thorough as that. My party is only semi-intelligent."
 Moreover tcan you stand moreO two Bronx housewives were convers- ing through the dumbwaiter shaft, One told the other about the ina- mense dazzling electric sign on Broadway. "Icets movelous," she raved: you gotta see It." Her neigh bor failed to get excited.
 T can wait" was the indiffer- ent reply, until 1t comes uptown. Short Story
 Michael Whalen, as you probably know, is the latest Adonis to be groomed for stardonn in Hollywood, but there's certain photograph in Q laundry adjoining the Hotel Ches- terfleld on Broadway that Is con- siderably embarrassing to Whalen's pubiicists here. It seems that Wha- len used to be Q mems wear model and this particular picture shows him posing elegantly in q pair of modish shorts. They would like to confiscate any other evidence that may be around.
 Always the Critic
 Charles Walters would have you know about the small-tifne booker who wandered from the lobby of a big ofiice building into nearby hat store.
 "Qive me a hat two sizes larger than this one," he gasped. T just booked a client and I'm enlarging my ofIice."
 And they would tell you that George Jean Nathan was com- plaining of 8 sudden attack of in- digestion after a dinner with hts confreres. T wonder what could have caused it." he unused.
 You probably ate something" retorted fellow who knows Nathan's critical standards, that you disagreed with"
 Dead Right!
 One of the internes at Bellevue was telling about the patient who happened to be right. He was to be operated on. And before any opera ton is performed, it is necessary for the patient to sign release, reiiev- ing the surgeon and hospital from responsibility in event of death. When this patient was presented with release form, the interne ey. plained that 1t was routine proceed ure. And wishing to spare the sick man such morbid details as the pos- sibility of death. he suggested that the patient could dodge the duty of reading it. The patient looked up at him craftily and retortcd, "I'd bet- ter read that. I might be signing my ! life away"
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-12-29

For everything Japan has done, Europe has set the example.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-12-29
Current Comment

Mas pumpkin pies are the best in the world.
 John Weston, New York City, whose mother sent him Q Thanksgiving pumpkin pic 1900 miles by air from Mon-
 ticello, Minn.
 They don't want the old duffers of 66 or 60. Young Americans arc extraordinarily alive. III. c. Wells. British author, on his return to England from . trip to the United States,
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-12-29
TODAY's COMMON ERROR Never pronounce promulgate- prO'.mul.gat; say, pro-muP- gat.

A. Long-term private debts are estimated at 73.3 billion dollars.
The Key West citizen. [volume] (Key West, Fla.) 1879-current, 1937-03-11
SUNDAY DINNER
5nNsstto,'s-
By ANN PAGE

MYTH meats and butter more
Wv favorably in balance with her
pocket-book, the housewife can plan
and buy her meals more easily. This
week fowl and chickens have come
down considerably. Prices are rising
only on large size Grade A eggs. Ne
dunn and small eggs are fairly plenti-
full and moderate In price.
Local grown produce is plentiful and
moderate in price. Lettuce Is still high
but cabbage, esearole, romHine, spin
aeh, celery, tomatoes and cucumbeFs
are very reasonable.
Grapefruit is becoming plentiful,
apples are an excellent value and
grapes, pears and fresh prunes are
generally available. Here are three
menus planned for different budget
levels.
Low Cost Dinner
Braised Chuck of Beef Potatoes
Onions Cole Slaw
Bread and Butter
Jellied Fruits
Tea or Coffee Milk
Medium Cost Dinner
Fricassee of Chicken with DumpIings
Mashed Vans Buttered Onions
Bread and Butter
Banana Cream Cake
Tea or Coffee Milk
Very Special Dinner
Fruit Cocktail
Roast Beef Drowned Potatoes
Caulihower au Gratin
Sliced Tomatoes
Bread and Butter
Apple Gingerbread Cobbler
Coffee
The Key West citizen. [volume] (Key West, Fla.) 1879-current, 1937-03-11
Garden Club 70
Hold Meeting

There viii be a meeting of the
Garden Club and Tree Guild held
tomorrow afternoon, beginning al
4 O'Clock, at the Hospitality
House.
There will be an address given
by Mrs. Hamer of Indiana dealing
with @naethods Of judging flower
shows. Mrs. Hamer has had
considerable experience with beau
tificat:on programs in Indiana, it
is stated.
One of the winter visitors to
Key West, who has become very
much interested in the Garden
Club and who has given sub
stantial gift to the organization
will be present at this meeting,
and will take part in the activities
to be carried on, it is stated.