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The Washington times., 1937-03-13

; delayed for a short time while
willing hand swabbed out the
piano which was directly under
the stream issuing from the
ext:1guisher.
Reassured by the quick work Of
the fireman, the audience to a
person awaited eagerly the return
of Mr.. Hayes, greeting him with
a strong showing Of appreciation.
The tenor continued his recital as
if nothing had happened. Al
though he shows the work Of a
finished artist in the songs of
Brahms, Bach, Handel, and De.
busy, he was probably at his best
in portraying the sacred and
secular folk songs.
Coleridge- -Taylor's musical set
ting Of Paul Lawrence Dunbar's
poem Dawn" was an exquisite
miniature that brought demand
for its repetition. The verse is
short:
"An angel robed in spotless white,
Bent down and kissed the sleeping
night;
Man saw the blush and called it
dawn"
Hayes group of Afro-American
songS-a triptych on the Life of
Christ, including SISTER Mary
Had But One Child" "LitI Boy"
Carr. by Percival Parham), and
You Mus Be Newborn Again" :"
were sung with an intensity Of
dramatic expression that might
be termed the heights Of interpre-
tation of spirituals.
Mr.. Hayes responded with sew
eral encores to the great ovation
given him. Among the encoreS
were you Come a Long Way, So
Sit Down." I'm Coin to Lay
Down My Heavy Burden" and
Love Shall Find the Way" With
the well-modulated accompani-
ment of the composer-pianist, Pei
cival Parham, Mr.. Hayes presented
a recital characterized by sweet
tonal color and mastery work
manship.
Ted Shawn and his group of
male dancers will present a re-
lated series Of dances under the
title of "Libertad," Monday night,
March Is, at $50 o'clock at
Constitution Hall.
The concert opens with the story
Of the slaughter Of Montezuma'S
i chieftains; the fanatic religious
rites of the Penitentes; a labor
motif of the Mexican poems;
Shawn in solo as a Spanish
grandee; then the scene shifts to
California and the "Forty-ninerS." !"
The second suite consists of
sport dances, "Olympiad:;" then
! comes War" THE jazz Decade" )"
! and the March of the Veterans
of Future Wars"
The program closes with
"Kinetic Molpai," a suite Of II
dances heralding the future Of
the athletic art of the dance as
field Of creative expression for
American men. These dances are
based on strife, love, death, and
things beyond death. This pre-
sentation is under the local man
agement of Beren-BrookS Artists.
Lawrence Tibbett, brilliant
| AroeriraD baritone of the Metro
politan Opera, concert, radio and
screen, will be heard in full length
recital Sunday afternoon, March
81 at 4 o'clock at Constitution
Hall, under the local management
Of Mrs. Dorothy Hodgkin Dorsey.
The Washington times., 1937-03-13
Garden Furniture

Bright, strong color is the spring
note in garden furniture. Ver-
million, lemon, coral pink, sap
phire, emerald, brown and gun
metal are among the new effects.
The Washington times., 1937-03-13

MUSIC FOR THE WEEK
TOMORROW
National Symphony Orches-
ira, Constitution Hall, 4 p. m.
Music Hour, Y. w. C. A. 5
p. m.
Scott Watson, piano recital,
Roosevelt Hotel, $3.50 p. m.
MONDAY
Navy Band, Hour Of Memo
ries, Navy Yard Sail Loft, 2
p. m.
Army Band, War College Audi
torium. 6 p. m.
Ted Shawn, dance recital,
Constitution Hall. $3.50 p. m.
TUESDAY
Marine Band, Shut.ins Dream
Hour, Marine Barracks, 3 p. m.
Soldiers Home Band Orches-
ira, Stanley Hall, $3.50 p. m.
Navy Band Symphony Or.
chestra, Navy Yard Sail Loft,
8p. m.
Louise Burge, cOntraItO, Ran.
kin Chapel, Howard University,
$3.50 p. m.
Sigismond StOjOwski, piano re-
cital, willard Hotel, $3.50 p. m.
WEDNESDAY
Navy Band Symphony Or
chestra, Navy Yard Sail Loft,
1880 a. m.
Marine Band Symphony Or.
chestra, Marine Barracks, =
p. m.
National Symphony Orche%
ira and Paul Whiteman's Or
chestra combined, Constitution
Hall, $3.50 p. m.
THURSDAY
Army Band, War College Au.
ditOrium, 4:3O p. m.
Soldiers Home Band Orches-
ira, Stanley Hall, $3.50 p. m.
FRIDAY
Navy Band, Navy Yard Sail
Loft, 1880 a. m.
Friday Morning Music Club,
Y. w. G. A., 1880 a. m.
SATURDAY
Soldiers Home Band Orches-
ira, Stanley Hall, $3.50 p. m.
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Realty Group Urges Central Mortgage Bank
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Theme From Second Movement Surprise Symphony By HdYdr
The theme shoun dbove Pied
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before tuning in the program.
The Washington times., 1937-03-13

Lawrence Tibbett, brilliant
American baritone of the Metro
politan Opera, concert, radio and
screen, will be heard in full length
recital Sunday afternoon, March
81 at 4 o'clock at Constitution
Hall, under the local management
of Mrs. Dorothy Hodgkin Dorsey.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-11-19
GRANGE HAS LAID
 DOWN POLICIES

Harrisburg, Pa., Nov. 19.-CUP).- Agricultural policies of the National Grange were laid down today for guidance of congress in shaping farm legislation.
 The Fist annual convention of the farm fraternity opposed "regimenta- ton" of agriculture, drastic curtail- ment of crop acreage and use of soil conservation program to control pro- duction.
 It demanded for agriculture a "just share" of the nations income, that to be realized in part through legislation having as objectives stabilization of farm prices, especial ly for cotton and tobacco, through voluntary control of surpluses and federal loans to growers to make it possible for them hid the crps for 8 profitable market.
 The eight-day convention closed last night with installation of Ma tional Grange Master Louis J. Taber, Columbus, O., leader of the organ- ization the last IA years.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-11-19
SNOW FLIES, BUT
 NOT MUCH OF IT

Visions of battles about white fortresses, of sleighs driving gaily over covered highways intrigued children and adults alike today when Waterbury's first snow of the season drifted down from an un- certain sky.
 But the futile flakes failed to freeze and fiurries found fall had not yet turned the ground to firm enough base. The temperature hov- cred around the forty-degree mark and the snowfall" proved but a phantom promise of winter sports and white Thanksgiving.
 Weather prophets lately have changed their predictions about Waterbury's winter. Once, it was to be, Hong and hard" More recently 1t has become "short and cold"
 At any rate, tomorrow's football fans are promised relief from the tropical rains of the past two Sat- urdays. Fair and colder, is the con- SeYlSuS.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-11-19
FAIRFIELD COP.
 F IN NASTY SPLIT
Stormy Session Yesterday in Which Sen. Bradley
 Is Out Ahead

Bridgeport, Conn.,, Nov. 19.-(Up) "A definite split in the ranks of Fairfield county Republicans was evident today following a stormy election meeting of the county G. O.. P. organization.
 State Senator J. Kenneth Bradley, Westport, unanimously was re- elected chairman of the group, and Mrs. Helen E. Lewis, tSratford, vice. chairman, but only after Rep. Noah Swayne, Darien, house leader, con- plained the meeting was packed.
 Sheriff Platt Remains
 Swayne opposed presence of County Sheriff Edward J. Platt and 20 deputies and loved the organiza- tion recognize its futility and dis band" It did not. It voted, moreover, 37 to IT, to permit the sheriff and his dpeuties to cast ballots for chairman and other officials.
 The lineup of Republicans found Harry E. Mackenzie, Bethel, coun- ty leader, supporting Bradley. With Bradley also were Rep. George Rockwell, Ridgefield, and Rep. Sam uel Shethar, Weston.
 Favoring Swayne were Sen. E. Gaynor Brennan, Stamford, senate minority leader; Judge James J. Walsh, Greenwich; Albert E. Lavery, Fairfield, and Mrs. Joseph Wiltshire, Greenwich.
 Change of Name Asked
 Swayne, angered at rejection of his motions, suggested the organ ization change its name to the Fairfield County Republican asso- citation of Job Holders for their own Salvation"
 The Bradley Swayne Brennan fued hared at the recent session of the General Assembly. Bradley was deposed as senate Republican leader in favor of Brennan, and through out the session was kept in check and rebuked by opponents within his own party. .,...
 William Hanna, Bethel, was re- elected secretary of the group; John E. Cotter, Bridgeport, treasurer.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-11-19
RUSSIA TO PULL
 AWAY FROM SPAIN

London, Nov. 19-(UP) Russia has intimated to the Spanish Loyal ist government a desire to liquidate as soon as possible its participation in the Spanish war because of growing reoccupation" in the Far East, a reliable source said today. The Soviet, which has constituted the chief foreign support of the Madrid government, has informed the LoyalistS that it had found 1t necessary to keep all pilots fighting planes and war materials in reserve for RusSia'S own needs.
 Some observers believed that the new attitude of the Soviet explained the change of front by Ivan Maisky, Russian ambassador, at recent ses- sion of the non-intervention com- nl1ttee. They said 1t would clarify the readiness of Russia to withdraw opposition on the question of garnt- ing belligerent rights to both sides in the Spanish conflict. The in- formant said that the Soviet would continue to ship war material to Spain, fulfilling orders which have already been contracted.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-11-19
CONTESTS STUD
 GRANGE FARLEY
AseI Brumaghin in Hart= ford Hospital Under-
 going Treatment
CHESHIRE NEWS Hubert Rigney
 Cheshire Phone 334

Cheshire, Nov. 19.-At the grange meeting Wednesday evening in Grange hall, contest programs were given out. The married women and single men were judged winners over the single women and married men.
 The following took part: Married women and single men: Mrs. Es- tella Chase, Carl Schutz, Charles Dayton, John H. R. Bishop, Mrs. Harry Borgesoll, Mrs. Dexter, W. Durand, Mrs. Joseph H. Doucette, Mrs. Kenneth B. Boynton, Mrs. Ben- jamin P. Storrs, Mrs. Winthrop Smith, Donald Hall and a chorus of IA boys.
 The single women and married men were: Miss Ruth Hale, Fred erick w. Voos, Bernard M. Allen, Ralph S. Hayward, Kenneth Boyn- ton, Miss Ruth Barto, Miss Janice White, Miss Elsie Bens, Miss Jean Holt, Mrs. Marguerite Anderson, Mrs. Alice Carey, Mrs. Ruth Jewett.
 The condition of Asel W. Birmingham of Marion road, well- known poultry man, who recently underwent surgical treatment at the Hartford hospital, is reported as well as could be expected. He is still at the hospital.
 Miss Norberta Joyce of Maple avenue, is secretary of the Crosby high school gym clubs.
 The birth of a daughter is an- nounced at the Meriden hospital Wednesday by MT. and Mrs. Arthur Tassier of Wallingford road.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-11-19
CANADA TO SEEK
 AMERICAN TRADE

Ottawa, Ont, Nov. 19 - U.P) The Canadian government, 1t was believed today, will negotiate for a new Canadian Recipro- cal trade agreement in an effort to obtain preferential tariff conces- sions to balance those which it might have to make to facilitate an Anglo-American treaty.
 It was believed that the other British dominions involved in the proposed Anglo-American agree ment, South Africa and Australia, also would attempt to obtain from the United States some compensa- . tion for enabling American pro- ducts to enjoy better market in Great Britain.
 Prime Minister Mackenzie King announced after a cabinet meeting last night that Canadian American negotiations would begin soon, al- though the present treaty does not expire until 1888.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-11-19

carriers with their large broods of combat planes.
 These combat planes, it is the belief in the navy, would be able to sweep successfully any opposi- tion from the skies and give the American fleets bombers full sway.
 The transferring of all destroy CTS to the battleforce materially strengthened that main line of defense, officers point out, making it the most powerful in the world today.
 Navy'S "VisiOn" Far Flung
 It was stressed the transfer of the giant patrol bombers to the scouting force, makes 1t possible for the navy to establish and chart the course of an enemy long be- fore it would be possible for even the speediest surface craft to dis cover the presence of a hostile fleet.
 Before the end of 1889 the navy will have 176 of the huge, two- motored PBY-class patrol bombers in service-it is these planes, with cruising range of more than 4,000 miles and top speed of !50 miles an hour, which the navy classes as the most deadly and efficient aircraft in the world.
 In addition the navy has in service three aircraft carriers the U.S.S. Lexington, U.S.S. Saratoga, U.S.S. Ranger and three more, the U.S.S. Wasp, U.S.S. Enterprise, and U.S.S. Yorktown will be added to the fleet before the end of 1859.
 Carriers Also Formidable
 Planes from these carriers could maintain contact with, and har- raSs an enemy until the bulk of the fleet could move up into battle position - so the heavy 14 inch and 16 inch guns of the dread- thoughts could get in their devas- tating broadsides.
 Once combat was joined between the fleets proper the aircraft would assume place in the fight ing lines, with pilots and observers coaching gunners to their targets and spoting the fall of shells.
 To maintain its efficiency at top peak, intricate maneuvers are worked out almost weekly by the various fleet units at West Coast bases. Weeks of gunnery practice are held and navigation and scouting problems are given to line officers to solve.
 The efficiency of the units of the fleet, almost to the last vessel and gun is attested by the symbolic, red-painted "E's" to be found on gun turrets, and tunnels, attesting perfection in target practice, and engineering.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-11-19
WOMAN DEMANDS
 FOOTBALL SEATS

Cambridge, Mass, Nov. 19-(UP) The representative of 8 state- wide wornan's organization tele- phoned the Harvard Athletic Asso- citation. -
 "I'd like two good seats for the Harvard game" she said.
 Sorry, the last ticket was sold a week ago." she was told.
 oh, but you don't understand. Our organization recently held a statewide contest and the first prize is a pair of good tickets for the Harvard-Yale game. Now we've picked the winner and we simply must give her the tickets. She won't take anything else"
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-11-19
PRESIDENT MUST
 STAY CONFINED

Washington, Nov. 19 - (U.P.) - President Roosevelt, on advice of his physician, today cancelled all appointments for the fourth day.
 Dr. Ross T. Mcintyre, White House physician, said MT. Roose- velt's condition is entirely satisfac- tory, but he advised the president to remain in his bedroom or study as precautionary measure.
 Mcintyre said that extraction of abscessed lower molar yesterday left the presidents gum in a very sensitive condition.
 He said MT. Roosevelt's intestinal trouble had entirely cleared up, and that he was suffering no i'll effects from that.
 The presidents tooth began both ering him last Monday night and he first received treatment Tuesday morning.
 Today's cancelled appointments included the regular Friday morn- ing press conference.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-11-19
F. o. E..

The Brass City Aerie of Eagles voted at a meeting last night to be represented at a reception in hon. or of Conrad H. Mann of Kansas City, Mo, chief organizer, who will make an appearance in Meriden, Sunday. Members of the local chapter who wish to attend are asked to make communication with Secretary Clifford Peck at the aerie rooms.
 Plans were formulated for a membership drive and the com. mittee appointed includes James R. Shea, Francis Stein, and James Kirkwood. stephen Mitchell spoke on the lodge rituals and 1t was voted that the organization hold open house at the lodge rooms on Thanksgiving day.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-11-19
POLICE SEIZE PLANT

Vienna, November 19. - (UP) = Police have seized the plant of the newspaper, Oesterreichscher Beo- bachter, the outlawed Austrian Nazi official publication, for which they had sought vainly for years, 1t vas announced today.
 Twelve men were arrested aS ii11- piicated in the illegal publication oe the newspaper, 1t was announced.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-11-19
BY ELMER c. WALZER Limited Press Financial EditOrl

New York, Nov. 19.-(UP).-An easier tone developed on the stock market at the opening today be- cause of further discouraging busi- ness news. Bends and cotton futures were steady.
 Dun & Bradstreet, Inc, sounded the business note by saying that rising unemployment and restricted consumer buying had resulted in the spread of uncertainty. New strikes in General Motors plants also af- fected the market.
 General Motors opened $500
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-11-19
LOST STUDENT
 NOT YET FOUND

Cambridge, Mass, Nov. l9 - (U. PD - Investigators hoped for a "break" today in the disappearance and probable drowning of F. Will liam Burgess, 22, of Cincinnati, O., a first-year student at Harvard Law school.
 Charles H. Apted, Harvard's po- lice chief, was to question an eye witness to reported fight on West Boston bridge shortly after Bur gess' disappearance. Burgess hat and overcoat were found on the bridge.
 Meanwhile, police continued drag ging the Charles river for Burgess body. They believed 1t may have been swept into Boston harbor when sluice gates were opened.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-11-19
Market Opens With No VeryReaI Enthusiasn,
Rising Unemployment, Restricted Consumer Buying
 Hurt Interest; New Motor Strikes Also Affect Trade

shares at S5 1-2 off 1-2 while Du- Pont, which benefits from General Motors, opened a point lower at 11S, selling ex-dividend. Chrysler was 1-4 lower at 6l.
 U. s. Steel rose IA to 54 1-2 on 1,- 900 shares but other steel shares showed fractional declines. Rails were under mild pressure as Penn sylvania opened 1,200 shares at 2l IA of 1, Union Pacific at 85 1-2 of 11-2, and Atchison at 37 of 1-2.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-11-19

tioned at the largest of all m
 ''The navy now is strongest in American history" said this off, cer, who refused to allow his name to be used.
 He pointed out his statement was based on the belief that, as it is at present constituted, and with the continued replacement of ob- solete ships, the navy is well enough equipped to meet an op- posing fleet far at sea and defeat 1t decisively.
 In such a naval battle, this of ficer believes, the United States fleet would be able to stalemate every movement of any potential invader, and eventually cripple the enemy beyond hope of fur ther resistance"
 Relies on Huge BOlnberS
 Asked concerning the normal course of action" if the fleet were suddenly called upon to defend the shores of this country from an enemy, 1t was stressed that, while the actual tactical operations are secret, it is well known fact the navy places much of its de- pendence upon speedy reconnais- ance by giant patrol bombers.
 These huge planes recently as- signed to take over all functions, of scouting destroyers, would be the first to contact an enemy.
 Once contact was established the battleships, heavy and light cruisers, would swing into action, screened by destroyers, and rein forced by submarines and aircraft
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-11-19
G. o. P. TO PAY TRIBUTE

Hartford. Conn, Nov. 19--(UP)- Republican National Committeeman Samuel F. Pryor, Jr., Greenwich, and State Chairman Benjamin E.. Harwood. Chester. will be honored by Connecticut Young Republicans at a testimonial dinner tonight at Hotel Bond.
 John D. M. Hamilton. chairman of the national committee, will be guest speaker.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-11-19
OLD JURIST IS a4

North Brookfield, Mass, Nov. 19.- (UP)- Luther Emerson Barnes, per- haps the dean of Americas jurists, marked his 94th birthday anni- versary today.
 Special justice of East Brookfield district court the past 35 years and a lawyer since 1873, he remains spry and rugged despite his age.
 Eight years ago Judge Barnes married for the fourth time. his latest wife being a former Syracuse, N. r., resident.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-11-19
|BRIDCEWATER MAN GETS JURY TRIAL
Walter Hager Charged With Drunken Driving
 in New Milford
LlTCHFlELD Correspondent: Nellie s. Fair
 grieve. Phone 513.

Litchfield, Nov. 19.--Walter Hag- CT, A, of Bridgewater, went on trial in common pleas court Thursday be- fore Judge Origen s. Seymour and jury on charge of drunken driv- ing in New Milford September this year. The trial, 1t is expected, will be finished Friday afternoon. Members of the jury are Avery M. Vail, Alfred H. Wright and Frank J. Seaton, of Goshen; Charles M. Beach, John J. Bergin an dHarold W. Marin, of Litchfield; Henry Ellis and John H. Brooks, of Tor rington and Eldred Tanner, Allan Moody, Clayton E. Rowe and Kel- logg Franklin, of Warren.
 Movies shown
 More than 150 persons attended the November meeting of the sixth district, American Legion and Auxiliary Wednesday evening. Jessie Hotchkiss presided at the women's meeting and George Wells, of Wash- ington, district commander, presided at the Legion meeting. It was an- nounced that the December district meeting will be held in Terryville. Moving pictures of national parks in the far west were shown by Dr. Frederick Wersebe, of Washington. Supper was served by the local Lee zion auxiliary.
 Carl Mogren, of Middlebury, for rnerly Litchfield resident, visited friends here Thursday afternoon.
 The next meeting of Litchfield grange will be held in Grange hall, December 3.
 Frances Tracy Haight, daughter of MT. and Mrs. Sherman P. Haight of Litchfield, will take part in the 9th annual Miami-B -Biltmore fashion and ball at the Waldorf, New York, December 10th,
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-11-19
DIE
 FROM TYPHOON

Manila, P. T., Nov. le.-(UP)- Twenty-siX persons were listed to- night as victims of the typhoon which swept through the southern part of the Philippine archipelago. Reports of widespread havoc trickled in from the distressed areas.
 A state of emergency was de- creed on the island of Leyte, which was threaetned with serious food shortage as the result of crop de- struction. Crop damage there alone was estimated at $400,000.
 Six were reported dead on Leyte.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-11-19
Odd Fellows Auxiliary

Five new candidates for mem- bership were initiated at an in- spection meeting of Canton Mar tin Auxiliary of odd Fellows last night at the lodge hall. The in- spection was conducted by Dis- trict Deputy Floyd E. Cady and members of the Bridgeport Aux Hilary. Mrs. Frances Owens pre- sided and & social took place later in the evening.
 The new members initiated are Mrs. Myrtle West of New Haven, Mrs. Susan White, Mrs. Lucia Newman Of Naugatuck; Mrs. Mary Parsons and Mrs. Lillian Johnson of Naugatuck.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-11-19
MUsSOLINT HAS ANOTHER

Rome, November l9. = (UP) = Alsssandro Lessona minister of colonies, was removed today by Pre- mier Benito M,issolini who assumed the post himself, according to au- thoritative sources.
 Il Duce already held the port folios of president of the council, air, war, interior and marine.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-11-19
News Oddities
FAMOUS PORCH SAVED

Pittsfield, Mass, Nov. 19.-(UP)- The north porch of Arrowhead" where the late Herman Melville wrote his "Moby Dick", has been taken to New Jersey for use on home being reconstructed by Judge Robert Pitney of Mendham, N. J.
 The judge, a friend of the pres ent owners, learned that the famous porch, which inspired the Piazza Tales", was to be demolished, and asked that he might have 1t.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-11-19
Zindah GrOttO

Several hundred persons are ex- pected to attend a hash and pam cake supper tonight under the auspices of the Zindah Grotto, at the lodge rooms on Bank street. Supper will be served at o'clock followed by business meeting. Later members of the group will present an entertainment program.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-11-19
FrdterndL Netus
Clan McAlpine

Past chiefs occupied officers chairs at last nights meeting of Clan McAlpine, Order of Scottish clans, at Foresters' hall. During the meeting 1t was voted to send 8 representation to the next meet ing of the New Haven clan and to have delegates present at 8 Scottish program to be presented at Davenport hall, December 2nd. Plans were made to entertain past chiefs in January.