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such remarks as: Japan can
not be permitted to get away
with it,: "the' democracies
must stand together" The dis.
couraging lesson of Brussels has
left only an ambition tn try to
get at the same result in a
different way. Current official
silence obviously does not
mean the subject has. been
dropped.
DECENT inactivity in Spain
Az has inspired suspicious. A
month ago Franco was all set
for a big drive. Something more
than rain caused postponement.
Instead of trying to buck the
weather, he gave many of his
officers and men a rest, which
was advisable but not necessary.
What authorities here sus-
pect is that a settlement is in
prospect. This could be ef-
fected without delay if Franco
would give Catalonia autonomy.
Such an arrangement would
cause the collapse of the loyalist
cause, and solidify Francois hold
on the two-thirds of Spain which
he now occupies. He might
then establish a new Spanish
state with one of Alphonso's sons
on the throne.
Mussolini is supposed to want
an early termination of the war.
He is finding Franco an ex-
penSive luxury.
Settlement thus seems nearer
than it has ever been.
HHIANG lost his mastery mill
~ tary touch on the way to
Marking. His tactics lately
have been those Of an ex.master
who is only one inch ahead Of a
Japanese bayonet.
1t will take the Japs several
days to mop up, and then they
probably will establish a Chinese
government friendly to Japan.
That has been their way. Their
official excuse for the slaughter
was the "unfriendly" attitude of
the Chinese. Their customary
remedy for "unfriendliness" is to
install, at the point of a gun, a
Chinese ruler with a Japanese
heart, and put him on the Japa-
nese pay roll. The result is gen.
orally advertised to the world
as "a new independent state"
But a new Chinese govern.
ment means new trade treaties,
new regulations over markets,
minerals, shipping. It also means
new international diplomatic diff
ficulties.
Reported bolstering of British
and French naval strength in
the Far East is not generally
interpreted by the knowing, as
of any greater significance than
the fact that coming diplomatic
negotiations there may be diff.
ficult.
The two dominant European
powers may dispatch some Of
their best cruisers, but only be-
cause these can more easily be
sustained far away from home.
But no one doubts that the bulk
of both fleets will remain at
home, where food lifelines must
be protected and the diplomatic
..sA.,nAs~.. 4. 80 nSyo afIv, noex,
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Eyes. 1t is
b a d enough
for adults to
use war i'm
p | e m e n t S
W h e n ma
tions are at
war. I do not
t h NIX the
younger gen.
e r a t / o n
should h a We
it in S t i lied
into t h e | r
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to be a tip to the wise on tht
What is coming is not clear
to those whose ears are closest
to the White House, perhaps
not yet definite within the
mansion itself. What seems to
be developing is a new trend,
rather than a startling blow
such as a world economic.
peace or disarmament con.
ference.
Nucleus around which 1t is
proposed to work apparently is
the pending Anglo-American
trade pact. II an effective
understanding can be nego-
tiated which will actually pro-
mote trade between the two
largest nations of the world,
a new international trade
peace policy may be built up
around it. Other trade pacts
may swiftly follow. That seems
to be the basic idea.
AS many an Administration
IA eye sees it, the world is
every day getting closer to this
necessity, or to its inevitable
alternative, war. In either
event, the international field
justifies sharper Administration
attention, even to the extent Of
sending its best man, Joseph
Kennedy, off to London, and
filling weak spots elsewhere.
That is, if trade-peace hopes do
not materialize, a stronger
diplomatic corps will be doubly
necessary.
THE Spanish war is nearly
l. over. So is the Japanese
conquest. Mussolini has his
Ethiopia. Hitler is edging to-
ward acquisition Of a few
colonies. The franc has been
devalued, The triple alliance
of England, France and the
United States on monetary
affairs is working well.
From these considerations,
you may judge the interna-
tional situation is ripening for
a peace move to preserve the
status quo. That is, the bandits
have seized most of the loot
they have been after, hence
might now desire to become
respectable.
Those who are closest to the
situation here do not think so.
Their view is that Hitler and
Mussolini want discord, not
stabilization, now or ever.
Their people would not stand
them, unless they deliver a vic
tory a week, even though it be
nothing more than Mussolini's
last empty victory of with
drawal from a defunct League
of Nations. Japan, they say. is
flushed with victory, will want
to capitalize on her gains in
China, without being hindered
by international agreement.
One authority says a close
investigation will disclose the
French franc is standing on
stills, probably British stills.
Likewise, the recent unrest in
France itself has not passed
unheeded here.
American diplomats are talk
ing tougher in private lately, in
view Of this condition. Appar.
emily Mr.. r. has not forgotten
his Chicago speech even though
1t has not been mentioned aloud
lately. Backstage you hear
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GAS long as
a toy is not
dangerous, 7
can't see why
it would hurt
a child just
because it is
a toy g u n,
tin soldier or
" h a t e v er
one W ould
call warlike.
My brothers
were allowed
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warlike toys.
I think there
are so many
o ther toys
that children
can h a v e
that would
not create a
d e S ire for
g u n S and
+ / G h tin g.
Boys should
never be en-.
ou ragged to
as CONS and
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such toys, be-
C a u S e it
S t a rtS chill
dren on the
wrong path
very Early
in life. Toy
pis t OILS and
air rifles are
dangerous, as
they h a v e
often blinded
a n d injured
c hi ldren, so
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to them, and most children will
play the same games even with.
out the toys. AS they grow older
they outgrow the toys and see
war in its true aspect"
X 4 u
Miss Mildred Flavin, 1915
Sixteenth st. N. W.. stenogra-
pher.
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to have such toyS-they would
have played such games any.
way-and it did not injure
their characters"
II
Mrs. Susie Council, 5414
Third st. N. W., clerk-typist:
II certainly am opposed to
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parents should not give them to
the youngsters, even if they
are not of a warlike nature"
X 4 X
Miss Tillie James, 1861 Fair
mont st. N. W., telephone op-
orotors
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Listen, World!
By Elsie Robinson
Copyright 1897, King Features Syndicate Inc)
T HAT lovely Christmas story!

m HAT lovely Christmas story!
l. Wintry sky dark, narrow streets rough
hewn where beasts of burden stalled. And in
manger, nesting in the straw-The Babe The Child
who'd come to free a captive world.
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Traffic Toll

The mounting list of traffic
victims in the District of Co
lumbia since January /, 1887.
is graphically shown by the
death watch.
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"No, I am
OF particu-
larly opposed
to W a rlik e
toys for chill
dren. I can't
see where toy
6 u n s and
OF h er toys
p e r m itting
boys to play
sol d ierS, or
n d i ans, or
GODS and rob
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Boys will
be boys, and
they S e e m
to e n ] o y
playing with
such t o y s
m o r e than
with 9th e r
kinds. These
W a r ! j X e
g a m e s the
children play
are just fun
and exercise
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minds by familiarizing them
with warfare through toys"
x 4
Mrs. Louise EverS, 1725 H st.
N. W., Government employe:
IT am very much opposed to
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berS really leads to bad effects
later on. In history books, wars
and soldiers are somewhat
glorified."
X y 4
Jack Carrick, 10 Maryland
Ave-, Hyattsville, Md, Govern
ment clerk:
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News Behind the News
AngIo-American Trade Pact to be Nucleus for
New international Move
Ru DnuI MnIIOn
BY Paul MGLLOn

All rights reserved
n oil n strictly prohibid)
NEXT big expected to be international. Mr.
~ RS strengthening of his diplomatic is supposed
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The Inquiring|
Photographer
The Washington Times in
vites you to submit timely
and interesting questions to
be used in this column.
THE ANSWERS
THE QUESTION
Are you opposed to warlike
toys for children?

John c. Garland, 1904 Pros
pect Ave. N. W., contact man,
Department Of Commerce:
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Voice Of the People

cause they are practical persons
living in a practical era. They
fit perfectly in the scene Of
events. They think the peoples
thoughts, live the peoples lives.
advocate and set the example
first.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-12-21

The end play b tho source of many eontrAetsmaking tricks at tho bridge table. Az used by bridge OK. pertS, this simply means that 'in giving up tho lead, tho declafer socks to choose the defender who iB going to win the trick, ih tho hepo that that player will Do forced 70 give him A ihughsneeded trick ih exs change for the courtesy.
 Making tho play iB not c hit or miss affair. ft requires elimination of other suits from tho hand Of the defending player, 50 that his ehoieo wifi Do limited t0 ono suit. TodayB hand Is on example Of the play Solution ct Previous
 Contract Problem
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-12-21
GIFTS THAT ARE REMEMBERED k,
Lest minute Gifts for very special friends -!

Lovely hand made underwear, attractively done up in pink boxes, tied with silver fDoon eo""s' slips, sets pajamas-l.26 to b9e
 Tailored handbags, and evening purses Calf skin, patent leather, antelope and brocade-2'0o' Suede jackets and sleeveless jerkns for the girl who loves to be outdoors very chic' una very warm, all colors-795 to 1895.
 Classic Brooks model slip.ons, and Cardigans in pastel shades ;. the most wanted gift
 Slip-ons-3.95 Cardigans-696
 Costume Jewelry for every type of
 dress and taste-05 to 6.96.
 Ss,,.sa s.ssssvay ssspss.is~ rsI I''"
 wuVAnp
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-12-21
SOCIAL AC77V77ZES=--W Wet
Get TogetherCIub ReeIects Officers

Mrs. Joseph smith was reelected president ot the WoIneIl's oet.To. Rether Club of the Third 0ongregA. tlonAl church At a meeting which followed the annual ChFlStmas party of the group held last evening at the parish hall. Other officers who were reelected were: Mrs. Harold Togg, vice.preSldent; Mrs, Sarah Chlpman, treasurer; and Mrs. Louis Won Lott, secretary. Mrs, D. Cos. taldo is In charge ot publicity, as- sisted by Mrs, Oscar Anderson. Tho Ways and Means committed includes Mrs, Mort ChlpmAn, Mrs, Harry Wa. terworth; and Mrs. George Mckens no,
 About fifty members and guests were in attendance ct the ChristmAs party which preceded the meeting and Q delicious supper was served. During the evening . varied pro- gram of entertainment was enjoyed, Miss Jano Mclean executed . tap daneo and solo was given by Mrs, Howard Stahl of Ansonia, Mrs. Stahl and Mrs. Aarold Fogg also rendered Q duet, A recitation was given by Mrs. Eliza Andrews and Mrs, Ed- son Carver also gave fecltations, A brief talk was given by Rev, Qomer Lewis, pastor of the church.
 During the social hour which fol- lowed Q grab bog was enjoyed and the entire group joined In the sing Ing of Christmas carols,
 The next meeting of the club iS scheduled for January Srd.
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Mise Evelyn Sirica
 Rendered Shosvev

Miss Evelyn eiriea, who is to be married next month wa6 guest of honor at 6 shower given In her honor recently at the Colonial room of tho Hotel Elton by her sister, Mrs. Frederick 0uatrano of Frank. iin street. The bride to Do was presented with Q set Of eut'glasS and a china dinner Sot.
 Among those in attendance were Misses Doris Lynch, Catherine Dowes, Lucy DiChFiateforo, Gladys Clemente, Florence aehlavone, vlh' eensa 0rtene, Peggy Dondidio, DO. lores duilotti, Emma 9uatrano, of New Haven; PhyliSs Blfiea, Dore- thY ,Miglario, Doris Jaearuso, Ann darAflno, Emma D'Ambrosi, Viola D'Ambrogi, MrS, Lawrence D'Am' br0sl, Mrs. Mary Bifiea, Mrs. Bertha Rousseau, Mrs, Ernest D'Ambroei, Mrs, Theresa Crook, Mrs. Manllo OlomentN, Mrs. Eugene Migliaro, Mrs, Frank Ressl, Mrs. A. H. elriea, Mrs. Augustino, ouarini. Mrs. par' Ter. Mrs. Louis D'Ambrosi, MrS' VFaneN gumma, Mrs, Lester Kler' nan, Mrs. Wertheiner, Mrs. Eds ward MaSoeol0, Mrs. Phllonlena eirlea, Mrs, Gilbert DAmelio, Mrs Vincent dualtieri, Mrs. John elrlea of New Britain and Mrs. John Cammarano of New Haven.
 Christmas carols Of many lands were sung by Nora Vauehald, so' prane, at the recital given with Miles IA Martin, orgAnist, yesters day at tho home of Mrs. Elton S' WaylAnd Of Woodland terrace. MiHS Fauehald also sang 6 group of Ner' Wegian and German folk gengB, MT, Martins rendition ineludedi "Andante cantabiie, Tsehiakewsky "AVo Maria" .,,.,.,...,. Areadelt Little shepherd" .,..."' Dubuasy "Musette" '...u,.!,.''''' Mailing "Christmas in Sicily" .,.,.... Yon March Of the Magi Kings" ,DuHolB
 Members of tho Junior League who attended tho tea brought bundles of clothing which Will Do given to the Next-tosNew shop. Mrs. Clyde Jennings is shop chair' man,
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-12-21
Wrighters Club Has
 Christn,0s Party

A Christmas party was given by the Writers Club at the home of MT. and Mrs. Robert Jensen of Mlddlebury on Sunday afternoon, More than thirty-hvo children were present as well as their parents and invited guests, The children were presented with gifts and refresh. ments by John DeVito who acted as Santa Claus. Later In the even- ing members of the Wrighters Club were surprised by the entertain ment committed who served them a turkey supper. Tho committee which made the party such 6 suc- cess included: John DeVito, Sara Gibson, heading the entertainment committee with Mrs. Nellie Sprano and Billie DeVito as assistants, Others aiding In the arrangements were: MT. and Mrs. Harry White, Mir, and Mrs. John Ring, MT, and Mrs, Acland Wright, Mr, and Mrs Herbert Jensen, Mir. and Mrs. Ed. ward Peters, MT, and Mrs. Robert sprano, MT. and Mrs. Linir, Miss Doris Peters Florence and Dorothy Sarailno, Mir. and Mrs. John De- Vito, and John DoVito, chairman
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8. And ?. Club Enjoys Annual YuIetide Party
--orleehio photo,

ton, Helen Msgriman, Emily Merri- man, Isabel Hinekley, Ruth Slough.
 ton, Jeannette Bronneko, Mrs, George Brown, Ruth Parker, Helen Downey, Helen Tareila, Myra Som. 0rs, Alice R Everett, Caroline Dens ham, Helen Webb, Edna Kott, Mabel Baehmann, Mabel Jordan, Florence dreenleaf. Mrs. Aida Rice, Miss Laura Russell, May Reeves, Ella Patehen, Harriet Goodyear, Char. lotte Merchant, Josephine somorS, Mac WlntermutC, Ruth drinnell, Evelyn Lawrence, Anna Moran, Anna Platt, Ruth Lieboek, HuldR sWNnson, Ruth olson, Catherine Butler, Phoebe Smith, Ruby Wood, Edith and Florence sellew, Theresa Dario, Clara Woodruff, Katherine williams, Mabel Burn, Amy Atkins, Adella CFan0 and Caroline Hill,
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-12-21
ACTRESS TOUR

Rose stradner soon will toui Northern California to Inspect the states famous abandoned "ghost' cities of the old mining era.
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Personal

Miss Mary Catherine 0ullfoile, e student at Trinity College is epend- Ing the holiday recess With her parents, Mir. and Mrs, Francis P. duilfolle of Robbins street.
 Mr. and Mrs. Peter Wheaton Of ThomAston avenue are spending several days in New York,
 Miss Katherine QoFmley Of South Main street has returned after spending tho past weekend in New York 0lty.
 Miss Mary Dillon, 6 student at tho College of St. Elizabeth, x spending tho holiday recess with her parents, pr. and Mrs. John Dillon Of orestnut avenue,
 MT. and Mrs, Robert Truxton of WatertoWn avenue are spending several days iR Boston.
 John O'Conner, e student At 4t, MaryS College In Emmitsburg, Mdp is Sponding tho recess with his parents, MT, and Mrs, John 0'Cohs nor Of FAiFlAWn avenue.
 Nathaniel K. ehandalov, son Of MT, and Mrs, 6, ehandalov, Of North Main street, has returned homo for tho Christmas holidays from Mlds dlosex university, WalthaM, whore no ig c member Of tho BesiioF iledi- col class.
 Ho graduated from tho Dewitt Clinton high school h New York city in 1920, and received his D, Q. degree in 'S3 from the Dalhousie university, where he was very active in athletics.
 The Daughters of Beth Israel met last evening at which time the nom. inatien Of officers was postponed uns tll the next meeting. Plans were made for the bazaar which 8 to Dc held on January Q At the Hebrew Institute, Arrangements were also made for c free bridge and grocery shower for the bazaar on Wedness day, January 5.
 Division b7, A, O, II, will meet tliis evening. All members arc 70. quested te Do in attendance.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-12-21

A most enjoyable program was or. ranged last evening ct tho annual ChrAtmAs party of the Waterbury Business and Professional Women's club hold at tho club rooms, The members gave many gifts for use in tho club rooms and Q donation waS given to tho Republican. American neediest cases fund, Mrs. Mabel Baehmann, president Of the group was presented with Q leather hand. bag. During the evening tho sing. Ing of Chrlstmas carols was enjoyed with Miss Helen Webb aS aecompan. ist,
 The meeting was arranged by tho following committee, Misses Anna platt, Ndith 9ellew, Helen Downey, Anna Moran and Katherine Butler.
 Thoso present were; Anne Lafns yney, Elizabeth eoners, Cora Cromps
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-12-21
Personal
Crt Society Has
 Guest Speaker

.The womens America ort so- city met yesterday afternoon at the Hotel Elton at which time Miss Mahel Mcvicker. superintendent of nurses at the Waterbury hospital WIS guest speaker. Miss Mcvicker traced the history of nursing dating back to the time of Moses and praised the high standards used in the profession at the present time, Mrs. 4. Henry WelsnAan presided at the meeting.
 The home of Mrs. Welsman will Do open Friday afternoon for mem- berS of the opera appreciation group under the leadership of Mrs. Joseph lErasow. The story of "Hansel and dreter will be explained and guests will listen to . broadcast of the opera by the Metropolitan Opera company. All grammar school chil- dken are also invited to attend, No- tIce of attendance should be sent to Mrs. Welsman In advance.
 gFEostesses for yesterdays meeting included Mrs. Alfred Finkelstein, chairman, Mrs. Marcus Welsman, Mrs. Leonard 0arston, Mrs, Burton spirit, Mrs. Jack Nuremberg, Mrs. Julius Dorfman, Mrs. Jean Kaiser, Mrs. Samuel 0reenblatt, Mrs, David Txaurig and Mrs. Joseph Miller.
 ,s
 The Letter Carriers Auxiliary held Q Christmas party on Saturday night at Min Plain Grange hall, A turkey supper was served and Q tree and grab bag featured. Those attending were Mir. and Mrs. Charles Dunn, Mir. and Mrs, John dllhooiy, MT. and Mrs. George ByrneS, Mfr. and Mrs. Patrick Sugrue, MT. and Mrs. Paul Staff Stgom, MT. and Mrs. Harry Ber- glh, Mfr. and Mrs. Joseph 0ueVin, Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Costello, MT, and Mrs. William ohent, Mir, and Mrs. Thomas Derwin, Mir. and Mrs, DAnlel Walsh, Mrs. Edward Shea, Mrs. Henry Pensel, and Mrs. Jo- S6ph Stance. William Lonergan and John MeKenna furnished tho music for the evening.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-12-21
CONTRACT BRIDGE
By VIM. II. MCKINNEY Secretary Oi the American Bridge League

How tho End pay Works By Giving Lead Away Temper arly tho Docaror Can Force Opponon to
 Return Needed Trick
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-12-21

South, when he gaw the dummy, realized that his only chance of making hIS contract was iii getting Q break in hearts and finding the nueon in tho East hand or wins hing th0 heart fifiesse Aild finding Inc diamond king if tho West hand.
 TIbe opening lead Of the club king held the first trick, but doclaFeF won the queen return with tho zee, East disCarding . heart. 4 spade was Tod tO dummy, tho jack winning, aiid . small heart returned and the jack llflegsed, which hold. The ace Of hearts was then played, West diss caFding the diamond four,
 South then cashed the heart king. The ace and king Of spades were then played and c club led ruttltlg West ln the load. iIe oaghed his tilFee club tricks, but then was f0Fnea t0 lead 6 diamond afid des elaFeF fulfilled his contFaek
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-12-21
Weddings
Santa Maria Circle Xmas Party Held Last EDenirg

Miss Marjorie QuIlter, captain of the drill team of Santa Marin cir- clc, Daughters of Isabella was pre-. sented an ony' ring with the orders emblem last night at . Christmas party by the group at Lift-the. Latch Inn. About 70 members at- tended, The ring presentation was
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-12-21
Events of Interest
DECEMBER

DECEMDER
 Dsc. ai-Ilellmen Qleo club con. cert, Bunker Kill church,
 Dec. 9S-University club dance, Tho Elton,
 Dec. 90 -- William D, .Nlweli, speaker, Neeond church forum. Dec. a7-MaFywood college alum. nae dinner.danee, WaVerly Inn. Dec. aT, 90, aD-jaek Frost danes os, Bunker Till church.
 Dec. aT-Nlagara university club dlnner.danee. ThFee Cups inn, Dec. ae-Top Matters dance, Wa terbury Country club.
 Dec. eD-Holy 0roBg Undergrad. uates dlnner.danee, WaVerly inn. Dec. 50-chlldren, theateF show, Davenport hall,
 Dec. Sl.--Company 0's Military Ball, State AFm0ry.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-12-21
Engagements
NOnLEsARMNTRON0
Thomas photo.

N0BLE-ARNfNTR0N6
 Mir. and Mrs. Charles IN, Arms strong of Baldwin street announce tho engagement of their daughter, Elizabeth Ann, to Harold Noble, son of MT, and Mrs. Prank Neblo, of Baldwin street extension, The wedding will take place on Fob. 10,
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-12-21

in appreciation of work accom- pllshed.
 Among those attending were: Mrs. Agnes Proulx, toastmastef, Mrs. Margaret MciSenna, MFs. Elizabeth Emerson, Mrs, Ruth La- Vallee, Mrs, Belinda Tracy, Helen Quilter, Norma Ouilter, Marjorie Cullter, Mrs. J. McEvoy, Mrs. Mary Kelley. Mrs. Margaret Cun- ningham, Mrs. Mary o'RoufkeD Mrs. John White, Bea Shea, Helen Dalton, Katherine Dalton, Irene Dotelle, Ann Murphy, Florence Kane, Julia Larkin and Mary Ale man.
 Mrs. Mary Altman, Mrs, Celia Zlnno, Ruby salamon, IheG, Kelly, Mrs. William Woods, Mrs. Joseph Woods, Mrs. Loretta Uriana, Mrs William Hurley, Mrs, Ann schneidef and Mrs. Henry Hayden, Mrs. Mary Hrophy, Mrs. Marian Miller, Etta Kelly, Mary Fitzgerald, Mrs. B. Mile Ter, Mrs. Marie Buckley, Mrs. Doro. thy Dunn, Mrs. Jean Oorden, Mrs Della Scannell and Margaret Qusl' ter.
 
 The Mothers Guild of st, johnt Episcopal church will hold Q Christi mas party on Wednesday evening December a, A feature of the eve. ming will be the grab bag for which each member Is requested to bring q gift. Mrs. Arthur Warfel and Mrs Clifford Conrad are in charge of the event,
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-12-21
JANUARY

Jan. i--Albertug Magnus alumnao toa dance, The Elton.
 Jan. R-Dr. II. j. White ct union service, First Baptist church.
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RUBBER UNION
WINS STRIKE

AKRON, Ohio, April 20 G.N.S.)
The first signed agreement be-
tween a major tire manufacturer
and the United Rubber Workers
of America, an affiliate of the
John L. Lewis Committee for In
dustrial Organization, today
awaited ratification by unionists
who have been on strike at the
F4restone Tire and Rubber Com
pany plants here for more than
eight weeks.
The agreement, which will be
presented to the union at a mass
meeting tomorrow, was signed
last night by company and union
officials after lengthy negotia-
tions. Principal points are:
Company agreement to bargain
collectively with accredited repre-
sentatives and adjust grievances
and assurance it will not promote
any labor group.
Union agreement not to tolerate
any sit-down strikes or other stop
pages of work for a year.
Eleven thousand workers are
affected.