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Evening star., 1937-06-09
ITALY AND REICH
TO REJO|N PATROL
Berlin Officials Believe De.
tails Will Be Completed
by End of Week.
BACKGROUND

BACKGROUND
Germany and Italy uithdreW
from neutrality patrol in Spanish
udters after cruiser Deutschland
iD1s bombed and German squad
ron, in retaliation, shelled gopern-
r,ent-held city OF Almeria. They
demanded safety for DeSsels in tu-
ture. Sir Italian officers previously
Dere killed ,phen plane bombed q
rarcl pessel.
Britain, fearing spread OF 1Ddr to
Europe, yesterday proposed return
OF Italy and Germany under these
conditions: Assurance against tu-
ture attdkcs on pdtrolling ships;
ertenston OF safety zones for neu-
tral shipping. and powers agree to
confer on action Immediately pro-
Disions are violated.
B, the Associated Press.
BERLIN, June e.-Oficial quarters
expressed confidence today that Ger
many and Italy would resume partici-
patton in the Spanish on-interventior
patrol before the end of this week.
All details connected with the end
ing Of the crisis which led the two
central European powers to withdraw
their representatives from the London
group of nations will be settled before
that time, they indicated.
German Ambassador to London
Joachim Won Ribbentrop, they pointed
out, would arrive at his post today anc
Is expected to confer with British
Foreign Secretary Anthony Eden to.
morrow.
During Won Ribbentrop's stay II
Germany he has discussed the non-
intervention situation thoroughly with
Chancellor Hitler at Der Fuehrer'
country estate at Berehtefgaden.
He has also been in repeated con.
ference with Baron Konstantin vor
Neurath. foreign minister, and Other
leaders in Berlin.
Evening star., 1937-06-09

COI0S DISCUSSED.
The common cold is due almost en-
tirely to a filterable virus very similar
to the recently isolated virus which
supposedly causes influenza, DR.. A. r.
Dochez of Columbia University said In
a paper read before the association
this morning. Not only has this virus
one of the innumerable family OF
supposedly living organisms far below
the limits Of vision with the most pow
erful microscopes-been found, but =
method has been devise for keeping
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-12-17
JAPAN TRYING TO
 MAKE ATONEMENT

Washington, Dec. 17,--(UP).-Ef- forts by Japanese authorities to atone for the sinking of the gum boet Panay are having e beneficial effect on the strained relations be- tween the two countries, administra- tion officials indicated today.
 They intimated that more weight was being given to acts of contrition by Japanese naval authorities than to the written and verbal apologies offered by civil government officials of Japan.
 The reported recall of Admiral Teizo MitsunaIni, chief of Japanese aerial operations in the Yangtse area, and his anticipated relief from duty as punishment for responsible ity in connection with the Panay sinking, was cited as Q definite act of atonement.
 Mitsunami's recall, officials here believed. was in line with the Jap- aneSe governments assertion that those responsible for the attack on the Panay would be punished. Such action, officials believed, would dis. courage repetition of such attacks.
 The public apology of the Jap. 0nese navy to tho officers and men of the American navy-unparalleled in history, according to naval au- thoritieS was city as evidence of the concern of Japanese high naval authorities over the situation.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-12-17
REV. JAMES TRAVIS
 INFERRED TODAY
Bishop Celebrates POntif. cal Mass at St. JOseph's
 Cathedral in Hartford

Clergynen from various parts of the state as well as numerous rela. lives and friends from this city were in attendance at the funeral of Rev. James L. Travis, Q native of this city, which was held this morning at 10:30 o'clock at St. JoSeph's ca. thedral in Hartford.
 Most Rev. Maurice F. McAuliffe, Bishop of Hartford, was celebrant of the pontifical mass and Msgr. Thomas 8. Duggan, D. D., V. G., rector of the Cathedral, was arch priest. The deacons of honor were Rev. Joseph H. King, pastor of St. Francis Church in New Milford and Rev. William F. Casey, pastor of St. Augustines church, Seymour, a cousin of Father Travis.
 Serving as deacon was Rev. Joseph D. Casey, cousin of the deceased, assistant at St. Patricks church, New Haven, and Rev. Michael j. Thompson, pastor of St. Agnes church, Mantle, was sub-deacon The th,lrifcr was Rev. John A. Cos tello, pastor of St. Catherine's church, Broadbrook, and the acoly- tes were: Rev. Joseph M. Griffin, professor of St. Thomas Seminary and Rev. John A. Kelly, assistant at St. Joseph's Cathedral.
 A fitting tribute was paid to Father Travis in the eulogy given by Rev. Joseph L. Kinney, assist ant at St. Patrick's church, Hart. ford. Burial was in Mount St. Ben- edict,s cemetery, Hartford.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-12-17
HOUSING BILLTO
 COME TOMORROW

Washington, Dec. l7.--(Up)-The house rules committee today ap- proved Q rule calling for floor con- sideratoin tomorrow ot the hous- ing bill, liberalizing and broadening the existing act along lines sug- gested by President Roosevelt.
 Tho rule calls for four hours of general debate and leaves the meas ure open for amendments Monday. Rep. Robert Luce, R, Mass, said he knew of 20 amendments that would be offered.
 The bill would lower the down payment required for homes costing up to $e,000 from 20 per cent to 10 per cent, with e smaller pro- portinate decrease for homes In the price range between $6,000 and Si0,000. The changes were recom- mended by the President as part of . drive to stimulate private invest- ment in housing.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-12-17
UNION WORKERS
 WERE WOUNDED

Kansas City; Mo-, Dec. 17--(Un) Three members oY tho United Au- tomobile Workers Union were wounded last night in an exchange of shots at the home of c Ford Mo- tor company worker, police reported today.
 The victims, none seriously wound- cd, were Ralph and John Young, brothers, and Marvin West. The shooting occurred, police said, after the men fired c shot into the home of the Ford worker. The latter Tee turned the fire with e shotgun.
 Police shot tear gas into c crowd of JAW members who attempted to prevent caravans of Ford workers from entering the assembly plant where the JAW called 6 strike q week ago. The only casualties were several policemen, who received the full charge of gas when the wind blew 1t In their F'ig m, and c newspaper photc. .y..s4.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-12-17
BAR MEMBERS !. PRAISE JUDGE
Adjournment Here Tues. day to Complete Judge
 DickensOn's Term

Presiding ct the final short calen- dar superior court session of 1887 in the local court, Judge Edwin 0. Dickenson today thanked the Wa terbury Bar association members for their frlendliness and kindness to him during his residing term.
 T always look forward to com ing to Waterbury" he said, land re- gret having to leave"
 Judge Dickenson will preside here until next Thursday when court will adjourn until the first week in Jan- uary, 1888, with Judge Frank P. Mc- Evoy coming here at that time to preside.
 Attorney William J. Larkin, Jr., president of the bar association ex- pressed that groups thanks to Judge Dickenson for his cooperation with them during his stay. He also iEn- parted the associRtion's wishes that the judge might enjoy. Q Merry Christmas and Happy New Year.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-12-17
Y.M.C.A. Notes

"Wiliie" r. Ryan of New York city, known over the country as the Bronx Comet" great checker ex- hibitionist, will appear at the YMCA on Tuesday evening, December 2l, 4t 6 D. m. An invitation was sent 70 the best checker players of the state, inviting them to participate in the affair. Ryan will play 2b boards simultaneously and later In the eve- aing will play six of the best play. CTS blindfolded.
 This great wizard of the checker board iIljects Q lot of fun into the playing and it Is difficult to under stand how he can josh the players and review his games from time to time. Among the city's best play. CT expected to attend are: Martin O,Drlon, Arthur Hornbecker, John Homick. Francis Nash, Francis MuloAhy, William Lawlor, Lowell Cole, James Kenny, Dave scully, Al Goldman end others.
 Jeff Smith, chief of tho "" Tn. dians tribes, presided ct the inonth- iy Bean banquet held last night. Carl Copeland furnished music for the singing which followed tho meeting.
 It was decided to hold c track meet for ell Indian tribes on .Tues- day, December 90 ct 10:30 .. lii. Tho boys also discussed tho possibility of conducting hikes during tho ChriStmaa vacation, NMst
 Those present included: Jeff Smith, Charles and Aubrey Greene law, suck Jackman. Larry Qoldberg, Franklin LitsIsy, Edward and Jainbs Barry, Donald slator. Edmond Shaker, Edward Finn, Robert Win- chester, Carl Copeland and Cai Martin.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-12-17
Local Civic Theater's Offering Also Draws BrOadside From
 Transcript

second. The ccmpny should apolo- giEe to the public for perpetratine the rawest act of this or any other year since radio came into common use" ~ The letter to The Transcript and the publications comment follow:
 RADIO ROTTENNESS The Catholic University of America
 Washington, D. 0. :. Dec. lS, 1887. Dear Sir:
 May I solicit your editorial sup- port on Q matter I consider of grave importance at this time when religious ideals and moral standards are being openly fiaunt- cd in the press, on the screen, and over the radio?
 On Sunday evening over 6 na. tional hook-up, the Chase & San. born Coffee, Company presented the most indecent, scurrilous, and religiously irreverent program that it has been my misfortune to hear. The program presented Mae West in Q version of happenings in the Garden of Eden. In her peculiarly indecent style, Miss West introduced her own sexual phil- osOphy into the biblical incident Of the Fall of Man.
 Before the program was pro. duced, an effort was made, in the light of advance publicity, to se- cure from the Chase & Sanborn O., some assurance that the pro- gram might conform to accepted Standards of morality. Chase and Sanborn insisted upon prostitute ing its hour, ct the conclusion of which the announcer stated that , the audience should show their appreciation by purchasing Chase and Sanhorn coffee.
 If we are to maintain any standard of decency in radio broedcasting, 1t is incumbent up- on Catholic editors, pastors, and teachers to bring to the attention of the managers of this program the gravity of their offense. May suggest that you editorially com ment on this program in the next issue of your paper2 If you so desire, you are at liberty to use this letter.
 Sincerely yours,
 MAURICE s. SHEEHY,
 Head, Department of Religion,
 Catholic University of America.
 Our correspondent knows where's of he speaks. He heard the dis. graceful advertisement. Last Sun. day morning the Catholics of the United States were called upon to repeat the annual pledge of the Legion of Decency. Last Sunday evening millions of them found that tho radio can be as nasty
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-12-17
OBITUARY

DeMATTEO-Anthony DeMatteo, 6S, died at his home, 24 Walnut street early this morning after brief illness.
 MT. DeMatteo, the son of the late Andrea and Maria (Frugillo) De- Matteo was born in Italy and came to the United States forty-five years ago. He resided first ct Stony Creek, Conn. where he was engaged as a granite cutter, doing considerable granite work on the Yale buildings. In 1912 he established his residence in Waterbury making his home in the eastern section. He was c Tnein- Der of the Granite Cutters Interna. tionai association.
 His survivors are his widow, Jos. ephine (Roesi) DeMatteo, three daughters, the Misses Annette, Mary 6 teacher in the local schools, and Helen; two sons, Andrew and Mich. olas; two sisters, Mrs. Margaret Rossi, of this city: and Mrs. Charles sanborn, of Guilford, Conn, and e brother, John DeMatteo of Stony Creek, Conn.
 Funeral arrangements will be an- nounced later.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-12-17

Attacks on the Mae West radio broadcast of last Sunday night con- tinued today as Catholic leaders gave strong condemnation to those taking part in the performance and the sponsors of the program. The Catholic Transcript, 0fhcial organ of the diocese Oe Hartford, prints Q letter in this weeks issue from Rev. pr. Maurice Sheehy of Catholic university, in which he says "it was the most indecent, scuETilous, and religicusly irreverent program" he has ever heard. The Transcript, in an editorial, agrees with his senti- mentS.
 News Weekly
 The Knights of Columbus News, weekly publication of the fraternal order, in article entitled "No Rancid Oil and No Brains" declares 1t Is "unthlnkable" that . firm seeking the patronage oe women should so Insult them. The sponsor, says the publication, should apologize to the American people.
 The Transcript, in it's editorial, also calls attention to the local Civic Theatre presentation of the play ."Boy Meets Girl" which was attacked from the pulpit last Sum- day by Rev. J. Oliver Cronan, as- sistant pastor of St. Margaret's church.
 K. oe Q. Comment
 Following is the K. of Q. article: NO RANCID OIL AND NO BRAINS
 If the Chase end Sanhorn Coffee Company has had the ambition to hit an all-tilne low level in home entertainment, 1t can rest on the radio program broadcast under Its
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-12-17
Compensation
 Permits

Two compensation claims were dismissed today by COmpensa- tiOn Commissioners James M. Lynch.
 Jacob Willner, of 27 Elizabeth street, satisfied the commissioner that he does not come within the compensation act-nOt employing five men. Under such circum- stances gne claim of Albert Mil- lette of g Savings street was dis missed.
 The claim of Donald BirdsalI of Watert0wn against the state highway department was also dismissed.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-12-17
HUBBY WED FOR
 SPITE SAYS WIFE
Woman Tells Court Mate Blamed Her for Shatter.
 ing Previous Romance

My husband blamed me for the Bhattering of his previous romance, said Mrs. Charlotte Thompson Adams of New Britain in superior court today as Judge Edwin 0. Dick. Cnson was hearing her uncontested divorce action against Philip c. Adams. The decree was granted on grounds of cruelty, as were five others. ,i,
 Mrs. Adams, who Is also granted the right to use her maiden name, Charlotte Thompson, claimed that her husband married her to spite" another girl, with whom he had been courting. The other girl is said to have offended Adams in some Enasl- ner, and in Q At oi rage he married the plaintiff in today's action. The marriage took place December 1S, 1036.
 Harry T. Gable of Middlehury was granted Q decree from Martha E. Morse Gable of Chicopee, Massachu- sets on grounds of assertion. They were married April l5, 1908 and parted Nov. 1, 1928.
 Bessie Ferris Miller of New Haven won . decree from William Clark Miller of Wichita, Kansas, on grounds of cruelty. She was also given custody of child. They were married January 10, 1881.
 Dcsertion was also tho basis of Q successful divorce action of Louise Marie Turney against Clarence D. Ttlrney. They were married Decenn- ber l6, le30 and parted March ], 1881. Custody of children is granted the plaintiff. w
 william '. Iemire is granted Q divorce from Jean Lemire on grounds of desertion. The couple was mar ried october l4, 1880 and divorced November l, 1881.
 Custody of four children and divorce were granted Edna A. sam pleri against Delphio sampieri. They were married June 6, 1885. Cruelty was alleged.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-12-17
Sponsors ofMae West BroGdcast Are Criticized For '1ndecency"

and as immoral as the tage. Mae West in the Garden ot Eden disgusted millions of clean-mind- ed American auditors. lt is to be hoped that Chase and San- born can sell their coffee without giving further scandal to the pub- lie from one end of the United States to the other.
 Another correspondent calls ate tention to play recently present.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-12-17
BOARD REJECTS
 PROPERTY BIDS
Amounts Offered on Fore closed Parcels Fail to
 Impress Aldermen

Bids were rejected in all instanc- es as "too low" last night by the board of aldermen in the matter of sale of various foreclosed city pro- perties. Aldermanic Leader George R. Guilfoile remarked that the bids were under the assessed valuations.
 Peter Zdanowicz offered $l65 for the lot on the north side of St. Mar garet avenue formerly owned by Nellie M. Wheeler. Concetta Diorio offered $500 for the building and lot at 176 Charles street and Edith N. Peterson offered $75 for the lot at GA Smith avenue.
 The board accepted a deed from the Connecticut Railway & Light ing Go. for @ marrow strip of land on the south side of Homer street between Cooke and Hanover streets in order to straighten out the street. Only $l was paid.
 The receivers of the Tracy Bros. Go. offered to deed lots on Congress avenue and Lounsbury avenue to settle claims for taxes. The offer was referred to the corporation counsel.
 Ezio Ciarello withdrew his former request to have changed from the resicAential to the business zone two lots on Robbins and Colley streets and asked that instead this change of zone be made merely for one. Applications were received from Nthe State, Poli and Strand theaters for permission to hold shows on Sun- day during 1038. These were referred to Q committee consisting of Alder men George R. Guilfoile, Charles Sciullo and Joseph H. Wilehlm which will hold a special hearing later this month.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-12-17
P. Q. RECEIPTS SHOW RUSH ISON
First Fourteen Days of Present Month Better
 Same Period in I036

During the first IA days of De- cember, receipts at the local post ofiice have been four per cent higher than were recorded for the same period in 1936, 1t was announced today by Postmaster Charles A. Ba- bin. Maybe other functions are noting a business recession, but this branch of the post office certainly Is not" said MT. Babin.
 The Christmas rush is on! A 30
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-12-17
"Adasr"

sponsorship Sunday evening, De- cemher l2. The Mae West perfor- nance on that program smelled out loud. It was on emetlc in sound.
 "rn one of many protests, Miss Agnes c. Began, executive secretary of the National Council of Catholic Women, said:
 [" It is unthinkahle that Q firm catering to the women of this country end seeking their patronage should SO aifront them"
 Rev. pr. Maurice eheehy, of the Catholic University, describes the program As "the most indecent, scurrilous and seligiously irreverent 1t has been my misfortune to hear" and that is putting 1t mildly.
 We hear much about the freedom of tho air" and the danger of censorship" The Chase and Sanhorn program was . striking abuse of the first and perfect invitation to the
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-12-17
SNOW REMOVAL
 FROM HIGHWAYS

Hartford, Conn, Dec. 17.-(UP)- The attorney general ruled today that the state highway comniSsioii- or is not required to approve rec liiovai of snow from trunklinc high- ways running through municipal ities unless there has been c prior agreement with s,town ofiicials that the state must stand the expense.
 The opinion was given ct the Te. quest of Gov. Gross to clarify sev- oral existing disagreements between the commissioner and municipalities as to who was responsible for snow clearance on trunkline reads within city limits.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-12-17
DEFINITION OF
 GOOD POLICEMAN

Walthain, Mass, Dec. 17-(U.PJ- Police Chief Asa McKenna today posted this definition of . police- man:
 "If>you have the wisdom of Sol- omon, the patience of job, the lead- ership of Moses, the kindness of Samaritan, the strategy of Alexan- der, the faith of David, the diplom- acy of Lincoln, the tolerance of Confucius, and complete know .edge of criminal law and police procedure, you are c police ofIicer.
 The chief, who added that he did. mt qualify, recently rejected c $500 salary increase.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-12-17

ed before a capacity audience at Waterbury. The production bears the title of "Boy Meets Girl" This drama evidently carries @ flavor of the Garden of Eden" as in- terpreted by Mae West. It was staged by Civic, Theater Players who are supposed to entertain and edify the citizens of their progressive community. The Democrat of December 10 carried an account of the play which proved to be surprise to our correspondent. Outside readers of The Waterbury Democrat will agree and look for something bet- ter from Q company established for a laudable purpose.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-12-17
BUNKER HILL PIT
 IN ANNUAL PLAY

Pupils of Miss May Finnan's room of the Bunker Hill school present. ed the play Christmas Around the World" at @ meeting of the Bunker Hill Parent Teacher association yes- terday afternoon in the school. The business meeting was short, with Mrs. Earl Anderson, president, pre- siding. Miss Margaret Buli of the Corner house was the speaker.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-12-17

per cent increase has been noted Ill the circular mall, which lg eent either second or third class. This ili- cludes incoming and dispatch mai|.
 Parcel post as deliveries have ascended to great heights. 4 nor- maj days dispatch of parcel post would be about $50 sacks. but the average these days is about 300. Mfr. Babin announced today that D5D sacks were dispatched yesterday.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-12-17
FALLS 30 FEET AND LIVES

Henderson, Tex. W.P)-B. B. Ar- mold of Henderson fell 30 feet from the side of an oil well derrick and received only some minor scratches and bruises. Arnold said he evi-' dently was knocked unconscious Dy a falling bolt, and his body was re~' faxed when it struck the ground.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-12-17
SCOUT OFFICIALS
 TODINE TONIGHT

Walter Deacon will preside at the annual executive dinner -riieeting of Mattatuck Council. Boy Scouts of America, which takes place tonight at the Elton hotel at 6:30 o'clock. Among the council members expect- ed are David A. Bahson, John M. nurTall, Louis walsh. Kenneth Johnson. Louis Hart, Edward ean- derson, John w. Hayes, Ernest Wil- cox. Carl r. Loether and Earle Blanchard. l" ~
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-12-17

England,s 62 mile-a-Ininute trains will cover a total of 6,144 miles day.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-12-17

The funeral Of Albert H. Lane will be held tomorrow afternoon at 2 o'clock ct the AIderson funeral home, 70 Central avenue, with Rev. '. II. Sawyer, of Unionville, ofiiciat- ing. Burial will Do fin old Pine Grove cemetery. Friends may call at the funeral homo from 2 to 9 D. m. today.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-12-17
FUNERALS

The funeral of Wendel Valasek was held yesterday afternoon at 2:30 o'clock ct the home, Summit road, Prospect. Rev. Arthur War rcn, of Torrington, officiated. Bur. ial was in Prospect cemetery. The bearers were John Klein, Joseph Klein, Paul Klein, and Sebastian Berhardt.