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The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-12-09

today that an attempt had been made by them to settle the case be- fore 1t went to trial. But defense counsel refused, believing that the law in the case should be estab- lished. t
 Judge McNiff held that the lit!. gated transaction, which was the financing of a car by the Associates Discount Company for Peter Sor- riero, could not be held as in viola ton of the usrry statutes. He held that the transaction was simply along business lines, and of personal property.
 In directing the verdict he said that the case was to be considered as a regular sale, wherein the merchant could get one price for cash and another for credit.
 Basis for the litigation started when Sorriero bought a truck from the Cooley Chevrolet Company of New Haven, under a financing plan by the Associates Discount Con- pany. The man did not meet his note sand the company started tho replevy action.
 Special Defense 3
 Attorney James E. Mcknight and Attorney Michael Ciano appeared for the plaintiff. When the replevy action was filed Attorney Francis Mcdonald and Attorney Pasquale DeCicco filed and answer and Spe- cial defense for Sorriero.
 It was claimed that the company was guilty of fraud on Sorriero for charging annual interest in excess of l2 per cent on the principal. They charged 30 per cent annual inter- est was charge.
 Counsel for the finance company maintained that included in this charge were also insurance, and risk demands, and that the 30 per cent charge should not be construed as interest.
 Late today Attorney Mcdonald, representing sorriero, stated that he would appeal the verdict to the state supreme court of errors. He said that his appeal would be in the form of a query as to whether or not 1t was legal to charge 30 per cent interest in Q loan.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-12-09
AVICLIANESE AID
 TO DINE TONIGHT
Mayor Tops Speakers For Auxiliary Banquet at
 WaverIy Inn

Mayor Frank Hayes will be one dl the speakers at the first annual dinner-dance of the Avigilianese Aid society ladies' auxiliary tonight at Charles Sumina will act as toast- Charles Summa wil lact as toast- master. Others to be heard will irl- clude Paul E. Salvatore and Leon- aed Santasiero, officers of the mems chapter and who assisted at the time when the auxiliary was or- ganized. More than 250 members and friends are expected to be pres- ent.
 Mrs. Louise Clermonte is chair man of the committee on arrange ments, assisted by Miss Mary Mecca, Mrs. Mary Masselli, Mrs. Grace Verrastro, Mrs. Rose Pistone, Mrs. M. Cipriano, Mrs. Gertrude Mecca, Miss Mary Rosa, Miss Vi- vian Rosa, Miss Anna Lucia1, Miss Rita Placeninno and Miss Gertrude IaRuSSo.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-12-09
JOBLECS YOUTHS
 ASKED TO ENROLL
Boys in Need of Work Urged to Sign CCC
 Applications at Once

Application for membership at once in the Civilian Conservation Corps by all young men who are un- employed or in need of employment and desire to join the eco was urged today by B. w. Van Buren, state selecting agent, in a letter re- ceived by Mrs. Margaret A. Verdon, supervisor of the welfare depart ment.
 These applications should be made at the selecting agencies where they will be forwarded immediately to the state agency 1t was stated.
 Enrolment of eligible applicants will take place early in January. ]n- dications are, the letter relates, that there will be more applicants for enrolment than vacancies to be filled, hence, the "early receipt Oi
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-12-09
C.L. L.&P.CO. CASES
 PROGRESS SLOWLY
Actions Based on Alleged Damages Resulting From
 Floods in l936

Slow progress of the two civil actions against the Connecticut Light & Power company on trial to a jury in superior court, indi- cated today that the cases would continue into the larger portion of next week. Judge Edwin Q. Dick enson is presiding.
 Photos of the huge Stevenson dam at Oxford, which is controlled by the c. L. & P. have been introduced as evidence, as have also photos of the flood of March, 1036 and its al- legged effect on the cottages of the plaintiffs.
 The plaintiffs of the suits on trial are: John M. Beauten of New Ha- ven, seeking $2,500: and Jennie Drapeau of Woodbridge, seeking $5,- 900. They claim their cottages were destroyed by the flood waters, which were caused by the manner in which the Stevenson dam was op- erated.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-12-09

failed to establish proof of their claims that fraud had been used in the litigated transaction, The ver- dict was returned shortly before noon today.
 Case Watched
 Automobile financing companies throughout the state had watched developments in the case. Counsel for the finance company revealed
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-12-09
MRS. AMES NOT
 TO CHANGE HOME

North Easton, Mass, Dec. 9.-UPp -Caretaker J. Fred Coles today categorically denied reports that Mrs. Lucy Fuller Ames, widow Of winthrop Ames, theatrical producer would move from her Quanset Lea bansion to the caretaker's cottage.
 Coles said that Mrs. Ames. now in Europe, had instructed him to move by March but that she had no in. tention of occupying the caretaker's quarters,
 Reports were that she would do this to conserve the estate left by her late husband.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-12-09
FOURTEEN BIG
 BOMBERS SAFE

Colon, c. Z,, Dec. 9-(UP)-Four- teen of the 1lavys big new bombing planes, carrying 98 officers and men, arrived at the Coco Solo Air base today, completing a mass nonstop flight from San Diego, Calif., in about 2l 1-2 hours. The 3,080.mile flight down the coast of Mexico and across Central American jungles was made without incident.
 The squadron, commanded by Lieut.. Cmdr. Bradford E. Grow, ar- rived at 1l:15 a. m. (EST). The flight had a two.fold purpose: To deliver the planes to their new sta ton at Coco Solo: and the test the long distance combat ability of the naval air force.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-12-09
CARAVAN MEETS
 UP WITH STORM

Spencer, Mass, Dec. 9.-(UP)-- With new fallen snow already at shoe-tops, New Englands modern 37.man Ohio company bucked a driving blizzard today on their trek from Hamilton, Mass, to Marietta. O., and the Northwest Territory Sesqui- Centennial.
 Snow balled under the oxen's hoofs, sitting through cracks in the covered wagon and froze to the coonskin caps worn by the "pion- eers."
 At 8:SO a. m. the party bade fare- well to the Massasoit hotel where they, like the. predecessors 150 years ago, had put up for the night. The caravan arrived there yesterday afternoon after a 13-mile march from Worcester.
 Today they expected to cover a similar distance to Warren, where they were to spend the night in heated tourist cabins.
 Pageant Director Oswald Kossuth Reames of zanesfleld, O., expected the remainder of the journey would be made in easy stages.
 We find 1t is easier on the hik- ers,' he said. land the oxen and horses areableto keep up the pace"
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-12-09
Many Plan Christmas
 Gift Of World History
Great Book Offered By The Democrat to Readers
 Makes Ideal Present For Everyone

written stories of the great events in mankind's history since 5000 B. C.. through the larger portion of 1897, A. D. There are more than 1000 il- lustrations, too, reproductions of fla nous scenes, famous documents, fa- nous men and women of all time.
 The standard edition, firmly and attractively bound and containing excellent large type and fine paper, is your for three consecutively num- bered coupons from The Democrat, plus 98 cents, less than the cost to publish. The deluxe edition is available for the same coupons, plus $l.48, and a finer book you'll not find in any average library.
 Come in today and. look at these editions. Then make your choice of the one you want to give at Christ mas.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-12-09
LYNCHDISMISSES
 TORRINCTON CASE
Victor Kaczynski Claimed
 Compensation For Hernia ! From Brass Company

Compensation Com missioner James M. Lynch today dismissed one claim and approved stipulations in two others.
 The dismissal was ordered in the hernia claim of Victor Kaczynski, of Torrington against the Torring- ton branch of the American Brass Company. The claimant has re- ceived previous compensation ben- efits and the commissioner finds he suffered no disability since October 14, 1887.
 Stipulation for payment of doc- tor bill of $90 closed the claim of Ludwig Tom of Torrington against Mrs. Marie E. Bryant, also of Tor rington.
 Payment of doctor bills and one and five-sevenths weeks wages are provided in the stipulation settling the case of Barnet Shifrin of Wil- limantic against the Byrnes Mill ward company of Hartford. The claimant suffered burns of hands and face while working at Thomas ton September 24, 1887. The wage payments are at the rate of $10.60 for one and five-sevenths weeks.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-12-09

With only thirteen shopping days left before Christmas, you undoubt- edly are well started with your lists of the gifts you plan for the pleas ure of your family and your friends.
 Many Waterbury folk, and many from outside Waterbury, have found that "The Illustrated World His tory", which The Democrat is of- fering to its readers, will make the best Christmas gift possible. Those who have come to the office to look at the two editions have been most pleased to find a present of such lasting and valuable consideration.
 For "The Illustrated World His tory" is combination of entertain ment and of knowledge. Its 1,152 pages are filled with entertainingly
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-12-09
JAMES PRESTON
 NOT YET CAUGHT

Revere, Mass, Dec. 0.--(UP)-- State and metropolitan police raid- ed . winthrop flousc early today in futile search for James Preston. 37 alleged slayer of racketeer Louis Gaeta.
 The raiders. wearing bullet.prooN vests, were led by State Police Cap- tain John F. Stokes, who Is direct ing the Preston hunt.
 At Boston, aidec of Attorney Gen. eral Paul A. Dever prepared to ques- ton more Revere patrolmen about crime conditions in this city, where 0aeta was slain Nov. g in q Strug- gle for control of the horse race betting and number pool rackets.
 It was learned that information already gathered by investigators will De the basis of a request to the Suffolk county grand jury, pos- sibly tomorrow, for indictments against three Revere lcsidents.
 Evidence against one Revere city official. jt was reported, was 50 strong that the crime crusaders were confident they could send him to prison for criminal collision.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-12-09

Attendance at Berlin movie thea- 1Ars q over e.0OO,OOO ( month.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-12-09

Government construction projects in Mexico are being reduced.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-12-09
Finance Co. Wins
 Directed Jury Verdict
important Case Decided in Favor of Plaintiff
 ton of Usury Statutes Alleged in Complaint

directed jury verdict in favor of the Associates Dis count Company in their repevy action against Peter Sor rero of this city today brought to unsuccessful conclusion
 Common Pleas Court suit which had been expected to seriously disturb the activities of every automobile nanc ing corporation in the state Judge Miles F. McNiff directed the verdict on motion by Attorney James E. Mcknight for the finance company that the defense had
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-12-09

applications is advisable in order that those most in need of the em- ployment offered by the corps may be chosen"
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-12-09
USING REAL GOLD

Beause he was able to find nc substitute which would pan out real istically, Producer Director Frank Lloyd used real gold dust for primitive mining scenes in Para mounts wells Fargo" featuring Joel McCrea, Frances Dee, Bob Burns and others.
Evening star., 1937-02-18

history of his daughters life, Mr.. Shure
might easily have lost himself in such
an amount of detail as to have blurred
the picture and his avoidance of this
pitfan keeps the interest Of the auditor
throughout. The music, expertly en-
phasizing an idea by the choice OF
instrumental voice against richly
varied orchestral background, achieves
vivid expression of the sentiment Of
the moment. 1t Is noble, touching
and musically eminent epitaph to a
young girl and as a composition. aside
from the interest Of its story, was re-
ceived with personal acclaim to the
author by the enthusiastic audience.
OF the other two members. the best
judgment could be formed of the lovely
idyll of Miss Daniels Deep Forest" a
POLITICALLY atmospheric work on an
inspiring subject. OF Mr.. Saminsky's
Pueblo. a Moon Epic" a proper un-
derstanding could not be gained for
the orchestra gave it only an elemen-
tary reading. Since it and the compo-
sitions by Mr.. Shure and Mr.. Stevens
were given their world premiere. and
Deep Forest" its first performance in
Washington, the public had an oppor-
tunity to express its appreciation
directly to the composers in the audi
ence.
Evening star., 1937-02-18

Epic" being led by the composer,
Iasare Saminsky. With conducting
experience to his credit in South
America, Mr.. GraZia Is no neophyte
with the baton, and quickly demon
Strated his grasp of the problems be-
fore him. His beat is positive and
sure and he is at all times authori-
tative In his demands.
The ma jor compositions on the pro-
gram were by local composers, in one
OF which, Concerto in F Sharp
Minor" for piano and orchestra, by
Everett Stevens, the composer was
also the soloist, Mr.. Stevens, one of
the youngest writers to have such an
important work performed, has a fine
talent that promises much. The con-
certo is we'll conceived and gives equal
prominence to the orchestra and
piano. While carrying a tinge of
modern thought, it also has its me-
lodic moments of real value. The in
PRODUCTION is short, allowing the piano
o strong beginning which later de-
velops into a clever tossing back and
forth of themes between the piano
and different sections of the orchestra.
The second movement is shorter and
more conservative in idea and treat
ment. while the third, which was the
first to be written, is richer in mate
rial and elaborately designed.
The entire work has coherency and
many passages of original perception
with vision as to the orchestral possi-
bilities The piano is less we'll taken
care OF as to the substance matter,
but allowed a sufflciency of brilliance
of pianistic display. The young artist
was accorded an ovation. both as
pianist and composer. and the sin
cerity Of his reception demonstrated
the impression his work made on his
listeners.
In the beautiful memorial to his
daughter which Dean Shure has made
OF his "Berkie SYMPHONY" he has con-
tributed another work of notable value
To the many from his pen. From the
multitude of tender memories of his
daughters short life he has chosen
those which would picture the differ
ent stages of her physical growth and
surrounded them with the charm of
her developing personality. The first
movement is reminiscent of her baby
hood and has as basis a berceuse Of
spiritual quality. The second is divided
into three parts, representing her
social graces as child, young girl and
young woman. The sad end of her
abort life is told in the funeral march
of the third and the dissolving of
intense grief and despair into conf
dence and faith is the theme of the
finale.
M. Shure has a gift for colorful
expression in the orchestra and in this
last work of his has been particularly
happy in his tonal selection. While
the lullaby rhythm dominates the
first movement. he has expanded it
beyond its natural limits to form an
inclusive atmosphere of the years it
depicts. The dance themes of the
second not only are appropriate to the
three periods of life, but Also visualize
the psychical changes with rare skill.
The climax of his inspiration is in the
funeral march in which, against
background of continuous drum beat,
he has written poignant and all-em-
bracing record of thought and feeling.
With the desire to make a musical
Evening star., 1937-02-18
Where and When
Current Theater Attractions
and Time of Showing.

National-"Dead End" at 8 pm.
BeIasco-"Tobacco Road" at 2:3o
and $50 pm.
Palace-"Lloyds OF London" at
HAS am, 2:10, 4:40, Z and 9:25 pm.
Earle-"The Great OMalley," at
11:20 In, 1,40. 4:25. tbs and 10 I'm.
Stage shows at 1880, $40, $50 and
$40 pm.
R-K-O Keith's-"Men Are Not
Gods" at 1l:43 am, las, 3:47, 5:49,
ISL and 9:53 pm.
CapitoI-"Under Cover Of Night" at
IL am. lao, 4:30. tbs and 9:55 pm.
Stage shows at 1850, $40, 6:25 and
$40 pm.
Columbia-"Champagne Waltz" at
11:l5 am, l:20, 3:25, $50, 1885 and
$40 pm.
Metropolitan-"Devils Playground.
at 1920 am, 1:20, 3;25, $50, 1885
and 9:45 pm.
RiaIto-"Inlitation of Life" at
1850 am, 1883, APT, 7:O3 and $40
pm.
Men in White" at ll:4S
m. 1:4a, S:4S, 5:4s, 7:4s and e:4s
pm.
Ambassador-"The Garden of Al
lah," at Sis, sos and $50 pm.
Tivoli-"One in a Million" at / 1:45,
$40, $40, TAO and $40 pm.
Uptown-"Camille," at 2:30, 4:5o,
7:l0 and $50 pm.
Howard-"15 Maiden Lane" at
1915, 2:45. Sis, 7:45 and 1925 pm.
Stage shows at 1870, 4. $50 and 9:lo
pm
Evening star., 1937-02-18

did the onlookers. but the opus could
have been made somewhat more hila-
rious by less restrained burlesquing.
Katherine Kemmerer was a properly
ity-provoking Nell. with John Turi-
ano the hero and William Hill being
responsible for the dastardly activi-
ties. Adequate bits were contributed
b Mildred Witherite, Marian K.
Moore. Fannie Rubin and Tori Wyatt.
william Austin Davis directed.
The other items were Moon Signs"
by Mary e. Roberts. and Donald
Grooms Kings Brothers" with the
former offering the better entertain
ment. Frederick Cole played the bu-
collie believer in signs" here and de-
livered one of the evenings best ef-
forts, while Fills Speich demonstrated
noteworthy skill for tyro in the role
of the betrothed girl, and Kenneth
Peterson was an earnest suitor who
didn't want the moon TO get in his
way. Alberta Pusey. George Wilcox
and Charlotte Park we're the others.
Tom Wyatt. Richard Stevens and
George Wilcox did well enough in
the innocuous curtain raiser.
C A M
Evening star., 1937-02-18
PLAYERS CLUB GIVES
new MEMBERS CHANCE
Majority of Participants In One
Act Dramas Face "House"
First Time.

A FFORDING newcomers to its
ranks opportunity to perform be-
fore an audience. the Players Club OF
Central Community Center presented
q program Of three one-act plays last
evening in the auditorium Of Powell
Junior High School. with the work
shop" productions revealing several
neophytes possessed of definite his
trionic promise. The majority of par
Elephants were making their first ap-
pearance with a house" on the other
side of the footlights. although the
playing belied that fact. Pleasing
stage presence was displayed in al
most every case.
Last on the bill, but first in appeal,
was He Amt Done Right by Nell"
lusty 'meller" by Wilbur Braun
The cast had fun doing this one, as
Evening star., 1937-02-18

Billy Glew, Donald Streeter. Peggy
Ann Ernst, Evelyn Jean Thomson,
Donald Glew. Betty Jeanne Gimmer,
Ruby Lee Williams, Julia Marie Rid
die, Barbara Streeter, Betty Ann
Cooper and Belmont Failey, jr.
Evening star., 1937-02-18
SPEAKS TONIGHT

Mrs. Frederick Love Keays will talk
on "Old-Fashioned Roses" under the
auspices of the Potomac Rose So
ciety tonight at o'clock at the Y.
Evening star., 1937-02-18

w. G. A. Seventeenth and K streets.
Mrs. Keays, who has written a book
on the subject, will illustrate her
talk with slides.
Evening star., 1937-02-18
Symphony Plays Works
Of Local Composer
Garzia Conducts as DR.. Kinder Is Absent
Because of Illness-Everett Stevens
Is Soloist.
BY ALICE EVERSMAN.

patrons of the National concert M at @
Kinder prevented him from conducting the all
Francis
her the orchestra
before numbers FIRST Pueblo
Evening star., 1937-02-18
IL Families Settled Los Angeles

Eleven families. "A people, only 2
among them whites. were the original
settlers of Los Angeles. and at the end
of 8 months 3 of the ~ were expelled
for general uselessness.
Evening star., 1937-02-18
RECITAL BY PUPILS
Piano Selections to Be Given To

Piano Selections to Be Given To-
morrow Evening.
T LILLIAN HARMON BURKE is pre-
senting group Of young pupils In
q piano recital tomorrow evening at
8 o'clock at 1925 @ street northwest.
The program, with explanatory notes
given by the pupils. will include piano
solos. duets. trio and several two
piano selections. Those playing will
be Peggy Deanell, Betty Ruth Ernst,
The McDowell times. [volume] (Keystone, W. Va.) 1904-1941, 1937-01-29
MRS. DAVIS A. K.
A. FOUNDERS
DAY SPEAKER

Institute, w Va "Sclf Develop.
mrnt was the subject Of the imspira
tional address delivered by Mrs. TT
hrl McGhcc Davis OH Sunday even
ing of last week in the Main Audito
rum Of West Virginia State College
rommcnornting the founding ~ Al
pha Kappa Alpha Sorority twenty
nine years ago. Mrs was presented,
10y her sOrors Of Alpha Omicrou One
"a, Beta TEta Omega. and Mn chan
tiers Of Alpha Kappa Alpha.
Tho address was rich with illus
trations from real life and EXCHANGED
with pertincst advice for a success
full career. Particularly was it ap-
propriatc on Ivy Day Of Alpho Kap.
pa Alpha, since the sclf.devclopmcnt
a the sorority had been effectively
traced by Miss Angie l.. Turner, Bias
The McDowell times. [volume] (Keystone, W. Va.) 1904-1941, 1937-01-29
Louis CANBE CHAMP IF HE CAN
CHANGE COMPLEXION, Wills
BLACK PANTHER SAYS LOUIS
WILL NEVER BE CHAMP BE-
CAUSE OF HIS COLOR
SAYS BRADDOCK WILL WHIP
SCHMELINC BECAUSE HE HAS
FIGHTING HEART

New York-A group of rather pas
ty-faced boxers, managers and press
agents were cutting the smoke filler
publicity room of the Hippodrome
with fight talk when Harry Wills
arched his huge frame in the door
way.
AS the talk about boycotts, decline
of boxing and Joe Louis Jagged into
Respondent repetitios, the black pan
Their was asked if he thought Louis
had chance to become heavyweight
champion.
"Suttanly he has. said the man who
got the run-around when he was
banging at the door, eff he changes
his complexion, you can not stop him
"You mean you think Louis never
will get chance at the title, that
he will be frozen out like YOU were!
IF he changes his complexion he
will win, persisted Harry. And he can
not do that. No, Joe Louis never will
be- champion of the world.
Nd iii Feeling
Old Harry shook he's head. A know
ing grin spread over his face.
Maybe, 1t is all for the best. I
dunno. Anyway, Ebears no i'll feeling
cause did not get chance at Dem
psey when he was champ. 1t was not
me. Both Of us was going back at the
time and both of us needed a cut on
that gate. Man, that gate would have
been worth two million dollars if ii
was worth Il dime. But it jcs was not
in the books.
'Jacl, got lots of publicity because
of it, Some folks said he was scared
to fight me. That was an injustice.
Someone said no fight, and it was
no fight. And l Jan not say | blame
the folks what stopped it. I allus
said it is up to everyone TO watcL
out for his own folks.
Someone asked him his opinion OF
the Max lSchmeling, Jimmy Braddock
fight
'Braddock will win, predicted
Harry. Gle has The style to whip
Max and that cgging at the heart to
make something of hisscf.
81 would like to have charge of Joe
Louis training unused old Harry. He
is eating lrisself into the grave.
IIarrys favoritc subject is diet.
Hc said he was Soon goisg to take
his 31-day fast for the Goth success.
sive year. During his starvation mon
In Harry lives on nothing hut liquids
cutting his weight 80 pounds.