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The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-12-24
In New York
BY GEORGE ROSS

New York, Lee. 24-A Manhattan Miscellany: There's a back-to- the- nursery trend in the night life sector these days. The Cotton Club dis- played a couple of five-year-old pickaninnies the other day and the Terrace Room of the New Yorker figure skater. A few days ago, Q woman asked the management of the Bal Tabarin in midtown if her daughter could dolher stuff. And the genial operators tof that informal spot agreed. They were astounded when the daughter turned out to be a doll-like miss of five summers who stepped out in costume and brought down the house with sig zling rhumbas.
 Night club photographers will tell you that their most reluctant subject is John Hay Whitney. He doesn't like to be snapped at any ringside.
 An opticians group, at the sug- gestion of its press agent, is on the verge of sponsoring national beauty contest for girls who wear glasses--to refute Dorothy Parker's quip.
 The Metropolitan Opera House now has a private police force to cope with street spectators.
 Out on Long Island, Paul Crav- ath, the banker, is preparing to save some money after the turn of the new year. To go to the start. MT. Cravath happens to be one of the millionaires sponsors of an an- nual theater festival conducted by the Playmakers. They give their show in sylvan surroundings for a select and wealthy audience that commutes from New York for the event. Tn the past, these commuters have arrived as much as an hour late. delaying the patience of the punctuals. So MT. Cravath Is making sure this year. He offers n half dollar to every member of the audience for every minute the cur. tain Is deferred after 8:30 D. m And MT. Cravath is an economical fellow; he doesn't squander cash. Big Undertaking
 Workers engaged in one of the most impressive engineering accom- plishments of the year--the Sixth Avenue subway--have run into a new danger. the dreaded silicosis. Because the subway must be dug under a thoroughfare from which traffic cannot be summed, the con- tractors have faced extraordinary obstacles up to now. But silicosis Is an even greater hazard and the con- tractors are arranging every possible safeguard to protect their men from the lung-wasting ailment.
 The sixth avenue project has to be seen to be believed. With thousands of automobiles streaming along all day and night, the hammering of riveters. the sizzling of electric torches and periodic dynamite blasts echo from the earth of the noisy avenue. Not only do the contractors have to worry about possible col- lapse of the street level. but also the Sixth Avenue elevated which began to sag one day. Its steel pill. lars were hastily reinforced at key points while thousands of "Er. riders trembled.
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and it's horrors; it breathes hatred and vengeance upon our foes" This is a common quality of national anthems, and if we're going to be highly moral, per- haps we should deplore such spirit. But can we have it both ways? We want national anthem to stir peoples emotions and arouse their patriotic enthusiasm. Mild moral sentiments will hardly serve this purpose in national crisis any more than they would on football field.
 To most Americans, anyway, MT. Holmes criticism don't mean anything, because we are familiar only with the first and last verses of the song, which are noble and appropriate. The second and third verses, which contain the hateful stuff, can be, and usually are, omitted.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-12-24

The Connecticut reorganization legislation enacted in the last ses- sion of the General Assembly eff fected changes in the control and supervision of state public works. The exact extent of the change, the exact area of the field covered and the amount of authority lodged in the Department of Public Works, still waits on judicial rulings.
 But preparatory ;o taking over such new control as it has, or will have after judicial settlement of pending questions, the Public Works Department has been conducting what might be called an inventory of it's assets-and its liabilities-to make clear the present status of major projects, to sec what 1t has to work with and what 1t has to do. The inquiry has revealed n few things for public attention. It has suggested considerably more.
 The State Police barracks at Hartford, for one instance, started out to be a $15O,000 proposition. It stands at about $344,000 now. Much remains to be discovered, or to be told, as to the "how" and the
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-12-24
Public Facts Fine Opportunity to Show Where Money to Run State Government Is Going Afforded
 by Reorganization.
by Reorganization.
NEW HAVEN REGISTER

wherefore" The inventory has touched on land acquisitions in connection with the Merritt Park. way. The few items disclosed show immense gaps between assessed valuations and prices paid. Tn connection with other aspects of state highway construction and maintenance suggestions have leak ed out as to great cost in ratio to work done.
 It goes without great deal of saying that every citizen and con- cern in the state has @ stake in these and other public works oper- ations. It is well not to pre-judge the situation in any respect. But 1t is a fact that the public interest will best be served, that lnisconcep- tions will best be avoided, in ratio to the vigot with which the inform ation is dug out and to the dis patch with which 1t is made pulp lie Knowledge. Tn state administration is pledged to economy in operation. The reorganization legislation was advocated, and support was asked for 1t, on that basis of economy, of getting the taxpayer the most for his tax dollar. There seems to ex- ist now a singular opportunity for demonstrating to the public where and how its money has not gone the farthest possible, for informing 1t as to where 1t can and will be saved, an opportunity for earning the public's wholehearted support. The public is deeply concerned, and 1t ought to be given the facts.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-12-24
Warlike Anthem

John Haynes Holmes, free-spoken New York minister, must have been looking for trouble when he jumped onto "The 1he Star.Spangled Banner" as probably one of the most vulgar and profane of all the worlds patriotic songs" The charac- terization seems more suitable for the German Nazi song, Horst Vessel" Few Americans have ever thought of our anthem as either vulgar or profane.
 We must admit that, as the esev. Mr Holmes says, the son lis full of boasting and prlde.D and that it celebrates war
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-12-24

We'll, Congress has adjourned and mem- bers are scattering to their homes all over the nation. We don't think any one of them will feel that their work has been we'll done this month It was obvious even when the special session started that there wasn't much enthusiasm for the proposed program. That it faltered and actually fell flat is not Congress- fault Blame it on the times. Maybe more can be done when the regular session con- venes in January.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-12-24
A Book a Day
Another "Real Story" of Lincoln's Staying

Legends about John wilkes Booth apparently will never die. It Is @ poor year that does not see the pulp lication of at least one book, pur- porting to s ct forth the "real story" of his assassination of President Lincoln. or offering some new the- ory about the tragedy.
 One of the best of these books is This One Mad Act" by 1zola Forester (f1ale, Cushrmafl & Flint: $3). It Is best, not only for its irl- herent interest, but because 1t IS better written than most and offers excellent reasons why 1t should be accepted as serious history.
 Booth, says Miss Forester, was not a debonair bachelor, as every one supposed, when he committed the mad act in Ford's theater. He was married man, the father of child; in 1859 he had eloped with Izola Mills, daughter of a proud Virginia family. Miss Forester her. self, she says, IS his granddaughter.
 The assassination was a mad act born of impulse; but Booth, she continues, seems to have been the tool of that mysterious outfit, the Knights of the Golden Circle. A plot for the Kidnapping of Lincoln had been evolved. When it fell through Booth substituted murder. Tn his flight, he had the help of the or- garization.
 Only a qualified historian, prob- ably, could properly assay this ainaz- Ing story. can only say that Miss Forester tells 1t convincingly, that she has assembled Q considerable mass of rather solid looking evi- dence, and that she makes an ex- tremely interesting and persuasive story out of 1t.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-12-24

By contrast we have also recorded the death of the famous Jake" Kilrain, prob ably the last of the great bare-fist fighters of the last century. The name Kilrain is prominent in fistic history, usually linked with that of the Boston strong boy", John L. Sullivan, with whom Kil- rain fought bloody and terrific knock down fight to end in this country the old style of fighting and usher in the new methods under Marquis of Queensbury rules Kilrain died in solitude; his name was seldom heard or mentioned in recent years.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-12-24

not awaken carly. But on Christ. mas morning he has no Alteriin. tive. His grandchildren are on his neck at dawn. And from that moment until sundown the White House probably witnesses more pandetnoniuM per square inch than All the heceic hetero- genous, far-flung agencies of the New Deal put together.
 Coolidge Christmas
 Christmas under the Coolidges was erab in comparison. Those were the days of fervid Coolidge economy when Calvin insisted that his staff use up lead pen- els to the last stub and refrain from using bent paper clips as pipe cleaners. Result was that members of the White House staff always could recognize their gifts as pass.fiie.o,is which Cal hini- self had received.
 Both Coolidge boys were grown when their father first took OiflceG and as the Presi. dents father never visited the White House at Christmas, the executive Mansion seemed al. most like . tomb.
 The only real festivity to mark tho holiday season aS for as Cal. win Coolidge was concerned, was to stand at the head of long Il,an nR aAna (. Aaaa Asa AfAsu HDaa .51 day and extend c stiff and solemn hand.
 Hoover Christmas
 The White House took on 6 noticeable change, though not ex- Notly c ferVid glow, when tho HooverS arrived. Lugubrious aS Mir. Hoover was, he made c pro- digious effort to tlnbend on Christ. mas day. Also, he had grand. children.
 Peggy Ann was five and Peter was three when their grandfather became President. And although never greatly impressed by the embellishments of that high of. flee, they have not forgotten, even today, how Larry Rich0y burst out from the fireplace ifi the East Room on Christmas morning. Larry, who was Hoov- CTS most confidential secretary, was about tho most genial and conscientious Santa Claus ever to scramble down the White House chimney.
 Christmas with the Moovers really began Che night before, with . small dinner to the Whlto House secretarlat and their wives. lt was sedate, but not s0mbre. Afterwards, Mrs. llUOver carried out the custom handed down lil her family, of turning out the lights while the entire party trO0psd through tlle house holding candles and singing carols. !
 uFasping . candle ir one hand, Mir. Hoover btavely led the pro. ceSsion which ended on the great stairway in the front hail. Here Mrs. Hoover had arranged white ribbons attached to boiis, one oii each stair, and the entire fs- Sefnblago stood with lighted candles and chimed their bells.
 AfterwArd, the family helped trim the tree, while Mir. iEoover stood Solemnly on tho sideIines. Despite his wan smile, he looked unhappy and ill at case. Finally no would steal away quietly to his desk in the Lincoln study.
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Questions and
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 Enclose . three-cent stamp sOr reply when addressing any ques. tion Of fact or information Co the Waterbury Democrats Service Bu. reau at Washington. Legal and medical advice cannot be given. nor can extended research be un- saertaken. Bc sure all mall is ad. dressed to Che WATERBURY DEMOCRATS SERVICE BO. REAU, 1913 Thirteenth Street. Washington, D. c.
 THE EDITOR O. When was the law providing that first class warships should be named for states2
 A. March 3, 1919.
 @. How many Red Cross chap ters are in the United States9
 A. On June 90, 1887, there were 3,7ll.
 e. have observed that on Q cold day In winter Q piece of metal feels much colder to the hand than a piece of wood. notwithstanding the fact that both must have the same temperature. Why is this9
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-12-24
Daily Almanac

Sun rises TIA a. m; sets 4:28 p. m.
 All vehicles must be lighted thirty minutes after sunset
 We had change in the moons phase this morning between and 10 o'clock the moon entering its last quarter Occurring at this particular hour changeable weather is or- dinarily indicated. Should west winds pre- vail, rain is in order: If winds are from the cast, then snow is the order of the day Not pleasing prospect for Christmas but weather predictions can be wrong
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-12-24
Selected Poem
WAS THIS THE STONE?

WAS THIS THE STONE? Harold Vinal in the Christian Science Monitor) This stone as clean as snow Reached in aswhirl of sand Was potent long ago Held in shepherds hand And captured in sling And flung into the blue, To make the heavens ring, Piercing a forehead through Now with Goliath felled, Here for the waves to charm, Its beauty may be held, A cool pearl in the palm.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-12-24
T est Y ut Knowledge

Can you answer seven Of these test questions? Turn Co last page for the answers.
 1. Through which two states does the Androscoggin River flow?
 2. Who was Claude Monet?
 8. Of what country is Won Del- bos the Foreign Minister?
 4. what form does the pure ele- ment radiutn take?
 8. where Is the island of Maui9 6. Who wrote Hard Times?"
 I. Name the art of engraving on gems and precious stones. [ 9. What is the official name of fEaiti2
 Q. Iii chemistry, what is diAlysis2 10. on which Egyptian river is the village Of LuxorS
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-12-24

Somebody proposes to shave Sant Claus. It will be close shave for him the kids catch him at it.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-12-24
Christmas Celebrations At The
 White House. Past And Present
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WASHINGTON December 24. - Christmas in the White House under the Roosevelt Administration really begins two days earlier when the President gives tea fo Yoeyohers of his office staff
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-12-24
A Thought for Today

These things have spoken unto you. that In me ye might have peace. In the world ye shaIl nave tribulation: but be of good cheer; have overcome the world-John 16:33. ..i.. etHf | sNyAll the scholasticsA scaffoldng falls, as ruined edifice, before one single word-faith--- Nanoleon.
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'lf you want a copy of our book. let 1.-THE PARTY BOOK," write the Waterbury Democrats Wash. lngton Bureau, 1913 Thirteenth street, Washington, D. 0. Enclose 10 cents i'm hostage.
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Current Comment

This is not c new depression, but another decline iii the old one that has been with iis since 1ese- Col. Leonard P. Ayers, economist
 I am unwilling to throw tic life employed to the wolves. --fiarfy L Hopkins.
 The government should bs cfn. powered tO draft women @ well Q men ili time of wars--Mfa, pixl Graves. U. Q. DenatoF from AlahAtie
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-12-24

O. When was overseas telephone service inaugurated3
 A. On January 2, 1927, with the opening of service between New York and London, over Q long wave radiotelephone circuit across the Atlantic.
Evening star., 1937-03-07
TODAY'S BEST BUY.

In EXCLUSIVE LIE DRO1T PARK--A
beautiful stucco home consisting OF 8
rooms. bath, hot-water heat: NEW.HOUSE
CONDITION INSIDE AND OUT. New gas
range, new and modern light fixtures:
house arranged so 1t can be readily turned
into apartments or guest house and MADE
TO PAY FOR ITSELF, BESIDES OWNER 8
LIVING QUARTERS If you are interested
in q home PERFECTLY LOCATED that
can be BOUGHT RIGHT AND FINANCED
RIGHT We invite you to inspect this
house today. Open L. to 8. Come In and
visit with our representative and see II
we don't have A REAL BUY FOR YOU.
CAPITAL VIEW REALTY CO..
927 New York Ave NV. Natl 9797.
SUNDAYS and evenings. All. H333.
Evening star., 1937-03-07
HOUSES FOR SALE.

THIS Is A. REAL VALUE,
bu1s s H Che fss some os
yestment: many extras; like new; vacant:
open: owner. g
MASS. AVE. HEIGHTS.
Cathedral. this lovely brick home. con-
offered for sale at approximately St: 900
BY one Of the city's best builders only. Q
few years ago and located in this very de-
sirable location make 1t an outstanding
and the terms are most attractive. For
further isRicT SEAETY sfll Mr SEscoe Go
Evenings and Sundays. Clev. 5323.
4116 WELLS AVE. BRENTWOOD. MD
garage; 81. 900: Also new brick: 9 rms. 2
"" WIN, k. THoRowaooD.
2024 r I. Ave NE. Decatur O317.
WOODBRIDGE BARGAIN.
5000 Walnut st. n.e.-Corner bungalow.
r. and b.: good condition: garage: So. 500.
fireplace: good condition; $6,250. .
r. and b.. fiooreo attic. fireplace. h.-w.h.,
large lot. GARAGE; S7.450.
aos4 r WM. r. r; TS9RoWaoSP; 4 3 psostPI os,7.
,,o, -. BRooKLAND. n,,..,.. a
large rooms and bath: modern improve.
Wshts Wth sarass newheafe Sa Assms 4o5
6-room brick, tiled bath, modern. h.-.w.
h.: good white section: real bargain:
So s10a nT serPi Nsiohsl AsTSh sss5 koERsER' 1928
8 rooms. 2 baths. fully insulated. oil
burner. brick garage. Price. $ll,26O.
NEAR LINCOLN PARK.
s9Sd SondtiSn; lovely says location. Call MI
1924 ,4sh MAPhE s4 \ Nv JAMES bisiies bNe ss4s.
IDEAL FOR BOOMING AND BOARDING
rooms, baths. automatic gas heat; price
Naho0'Oh wAPLE 215l & JAMES, INC.
1924 14th ST. NV. District 3347.
FORT SLoCUM PARK.
rooms. 2 baths, 2 large back porches.
garage, automatie heat: high ,s. elevation an
$500. For appointment to inspect call
WAPLE & JAMES INC. ~
1924 14th ST. NV. District 334S.
AMERICAN UNIVERSITY PARK.
New Detached Brick, S9.250.
An outstanding value by comparisons: @
large rooms; end porch, screened; built-in
garage; oil; burner; slate roof; insulated
furred walls weather stripped; terms;
81 500 cash. balance $50 80 per month;
less than rent. For inspection call Mr..
Bennett. Georgia 229s.
WAPLE & JAMES INC,
1924 14th ST. NV District 3347.
BUY FROM OWNER.
New Groom detached brick house;
baths; ami: Frigidaire; recreation room
near 9th and Quackenbos; best buy in
Washington at price. Call Georgia 1049.
Evening star., 1937-03-07
HOUSES WANTED TO BUY.

WANT GROOM BRICK HOUSE in CITY
white. suitable Government WORKER lrem
sMne5 e5sS SesHsdndE Hddress ss Sex S2 Star once
FROM OWNER, GROOM HOUSE IN D. g.
iwhite)' So. 900 to S5. 900: pay third cash.
Address Box 3sl-J Star ONCE.
HAVE Al SECOND TRUST $4,000. $40
mo 80, due yrs; want 6-rm orick
bungalow; assume trust. Address BOX
1851. Star office.
WANT TO PURCHASE FOR CASH. SMALL
brick houses. any section OF p. C; no com
mission MI to geKp PsiSatf
PRIVATE PARTY WANTS BRICK OR
stone houses. even old. to use as storage
place in NV. or Georgetown; might con-
slider nearby Rosslyn or Virginia: about
S5 900: could pay cash. Address BOX
135-J Star office.
DOWNTOWN OR UPPER NV. ALSO Ne.
Sc res. or bus. zone; any size properties
agents invited to cooperate W BAILEY
IMMEDIATE CASH FOR SMALL HOME.
sres pTstsfrasebIs sbaR * Dss 5szs
9 TO ROOMS s..IR PREFER t,,5n OLD az HoTsE: Use:
pIstr,cs EGSd s'sh 4hos sasmeaI vermont ave
HAVE MANY CLIENTS FOR HOUSES
with g or more bed rooms and also for
stores and investment property. JOHN b.
SHOWALIE associated with GAR
RETT BEITZELL. 1913 X st. NV. Dis
er. east oi Wis; west .oi conn: CHEVY
$1,000; pay cash. Addrsss BOZ 4s7-D.
Star omce.
Evening star., 1937-03-07
COLORED

DOWNTOWN-S5, $50.
NEAR VERMONT AVE. AND o ST. NV.
large bright rooms and bath; h.-w.h-:
heated garage. A fine residence in Q good
! location. A real buy; ac- Quickly.
ANTON KOERBER.
15cs K ST. NV. Natl $3.50.
Evening star., 1937-03-07

HOME BUYERS ATTENTION.
Don't miss this bargain. 1919 Jefferson
st. NV. S7,450. Is rooms, bath, ami,
closed-in rear porches: in new-house con.
dition: deep lot; garage; inspection by ap-
pointment only.
l16 Eve ST N w Met h&00-5S01.
Evening star., 1937-03-07
3O49 CLINTON ST. NE.

3O49 CLINTON ST. NE.
See this home Sunday compare size OF
school and cars. with anything else in the
District selling at similar price; selling
at S-.45O: remember the equipment you
will find in the highest priced homes;
small down payment balance like rent:
Drive out Rhode Island ave. ne; 70
Central ave. turn right blocks to Clin-
SEE 10 JEFFERSON ST. NE.
An all-brick bungalow in the English
manner, featuring 5 large rooms on one
floor: they are equipped with foored attic,
full cellar. garage. gas heat and has large
double lot: ideal for children and con-
venient for older people, $1,000 down:
WOODBRIDGE REALTY CO.,
oo-- AWE NE North 1908
Evening star., 1937-03-07
IETS TALK BUILDING.

While CONSTRUCTION money Is aValIabIe
we will build your dream home for a
small cash payment and easy terms.
American Homesteads. Inc. Write P. ..
Box 4S1S, Arlington, Va, or see j. Z.
BYARS. Aurora Heights.
Evening star., 1937-03-07
STOP LOOKING-GO SEE

6412-6424 2nd PL. NV.
Your last chahce to buy real nome
tached solid brick: 6 large rooms; baths,
finished attic; detached garage large LOT:
SIeR you will ~ enjoy as home. See Mr..
Orem or cali Georgia 1899. "Carefree
comfort with modern gas appliances.
WAPLE g. JAMES. INC.
1904 1dth ST NV DiStrlCt 3341.
Evening star., 1937-03-07
SOB 14th ST. NV.

DUB l4Cn 81. INV.
Midway between, 18th st. and Colorado
ave in q finished neighborhood of de-
tached houses and substantial. This
pleasant, roomy house and the attractive
grounds viii commend themselves to the
conservative buyer: The lavatory be-
and the unusual amount of steel beam
support are worth looking into. z rooms.
oil burner. extra toilet on first floor. Price.
OPEN TODAY AFTER PM.
LOUIS p SHOEMAKER,
1719 K St. NV. National 1855.
Evening star., 1937-03-07

| So $50 FOR A COTTAGE ON THE OLD
canal. This has rooms and shower; cleo
tricity. sewer, water and is near the car
line even has hot-water heat. Set on
have fun all the time doing It. Nice terms
1853. LOUIS P. SHOEMAKER. 1719 K st.
w., Natl. 1166.
Evening star., 1937-03-07
HOUSES FOR SALE.
WOODBRIDGE BUNGALOW
THIS NEW HOME

rooms. oak floors: bargain, S5,250: -ope
/ pm. MAYNOR. 2605 Brentwood r
ne North 433S
Evening star., 1937-03-07
GEORGETOWN.

1877 31st st-9 rooms. automatic oil
heat side yard and garage, $50. Open
Sunday, l till f.. Phone Sunday. Emer-
son O719; week days, West 1865.
Evening star., 1937-03-07
S9.150.
MILITARY ROAD

Beautiful new 7-room. 3-bath Colonial
brick home. suitable for two families; ell
the latest modern equipment; in restricted
NV. section. Call LYON. Adams 1870.
Evening star., 1937-03-07

Semi-detached, English design; rooms.
Q baths double garage. oil heat. electric
refrigeration, weather stripped. caulked.
insulated. screened; high elevation. ex-
cellenf lncafinn
Evening star., 1937-03-07

1V11I1 7 11It 1COI1D,
3014.
A NEW COLONIAL HOME WITH
DISTINCTIVE FEATURES.
Living room, with open fireplace; music
room, dining room. dinette and kitchen.
with all modern equipment; large recrea-
tion room, laundry room, gas heat; garage
in basement: four spacious bed rooms and
two baths with showers; plenty of closet
space: large f1oored attic; property nicely
Sunday.
ROBT. L. McKEEVER CO., INC,
Moi
Evening star., 1937-03-07

S7,25O-NINE ROOMS, . BATHS: AR
ranged for 3 families; income from :: epts:
now $500; owner has rooms; small
cash and monthly payments. Located
near First and Adams streets. Columbia
o1S4-J
Evening star., 1937-03-07

Cleveland BAGS
Evening star., 1937-03-07

COLORED BARGAIN-NEAR PUBLIC Il.
brary; spacious rooms. bath; n--an.
electricity, gas; cellar; brick garage vice
alley; will convert for 3 families or attrac.
tive home: Federal Housing ADMINISTRATORS
terms North $500 daily.