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The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-09-15
GOVERNORS ASK
 PRESIDENTS AID

Atlantic City. N. j., Sept. lS.- (UP) - President Roosevelt was asked today to call conference of governors to coordinate the nations tax structure. Gov. Wilbur L. Cross of Connecticut introduced e resolu- ton at the annual governors con- ference asking the presidents as- sistance after Gov. Herbert II. Leh- man of New York called attention to conflicting and duplicate taxation methods. The governors, who came here yesterday from 10 states were expected to adopt the resolution ct today's session. H....f.l.
 Lehman said that there are "po- tential possibilities for serious con- fiicts in the tax field. These clashes may arise as between states. {. a. and between the states and the federal government" During the past 20 years duplicate taxation has mount cd "at an alarming rate," Lehman said, "The situation is SO serious that 1t presents e challenge to the ability of the states and the federal gov- ernment to find c solution. National economy is involved. 8Ut
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-09-15
Behind The Lines
Florio Post

Committees were named by members of Florio post auxiliary, Italian American World War Vet erans, meeting last night at the American Legion home, for spa ghetti supper to be held ct the home on october 16.
 Mrs. Joseph PazeraS was chosen chairman and will be assisted by Mrs. Louise Schiappa, Mrs. John Deschino, Mrs. Michael 0iordano, Mrs. Paul Misenti, Mrs. Frederick w. Palomha, Mrs. Paul Puxzo, Mrs Irene Corvinelli, Mrs. Anna Can- ditto, Mrs. Cosimo Ricci, Mrs. Mary Mimrno, Misses Dora sDesohlno, Edith Colangelo, Edith Florio, Margaret Kanny, Josephine and Marie Deschino. t3 . ,l9fl
 Mrs. John Deschino is chairman of the entertainment committee. Others named were Mrs. PaloTn- ba, Mrs. ruzSo and Mrs. Schiappa. Five dollars was voted to the Co., lumbus day committee. Mrs, Palonba was elected publicity chairman. Mrs. Ricci presided.
 The next meeting, scheduled for october i2, has been post poned to october l9.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-09-15
Sunday Chosen As Day Of Thanksgiving For Immortal Document The Constitution

provisions. What comfort to the exiled of all nstionsl What a haven of freedom to multitudes of enslaved peoplesl Under the Con- stitutlon of the United States all men may work out their destiny of serving God, country and their fellow man in peace and tram quility of conscience. Let us give thanks to God. s%
 'The Constitution has been a veritable benediction for the Catholic Church of America. It has not only enabled her to grow rich and strong, but defends and safeguards her in the service of God and man. Tn peace and order she accomplishes her mission, freest of the free, in land where liberty and union are one and in- separable. When we see in other countries human rights trampled upon; liberty loving peoples en- slaved, and the rule of the despot the order of the day, we should give thanks to God for the pre- cious gift of the Constitution of the United States. May we ever cherish, reverence and defend itl
 Tn order that all may have the opportunity of giving thanks to God for our Constitution and ask ing His blessing upon our country, I appoint Sunday, September l9, as a special day of thanksgiving and direct that Mass of Thanks giving be offered and a sermon suitable to the occasion be preached in all the parish Churches of the Diocese.
 May the Grace of God abide always with usl"
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-09-15

by Belinda Denegri, who was pres- ent at the old local citadel years ago when Waldron first became . member of the outfit.
 Prayers were offered by Secretary Charles Reitdyke, Mrs. Waldron, Mrs. Wiberg and Mrs. E. Spohrer. The maln talk of the evening was delivered by Brigadier Waldron.
 Cadet Paul Duren of the local citadel, who resides at i076 South Main street, is one of the seven eastern youths who will attend the Salvation Army's Territorial school in the Bronx, New York. Duren will leave Waterbury. shortly to follow courses ct the organizations schools in New York. 5 ,,
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-09-15
Merit System Analyzed

The fourteenth articles prepared by the Wat spy Chapter of the Connecticut Merit system association answer to Mayor Hayes comments, , SECTION sel-REMovALs DISCHARGES AND REDUCTIONS
 IN RANK-The Amendment Ia digesD
 @No holding by appointment an Oce or position classified and graded under the provisions this charter shan he removed discharged reduced in rnk for just cause which shall not be political rcglouB"
 "A removed, discharged reduced shall furnished by the appointing authority making the with the in writing for such action removed charged person. given by ap. pointing authority making the be immediAtey forwarded tO the board"
 An emp0ye removed discharged appeal to the board of civil service which obliged hearing The decision the appealed superior court by the person adversely affected ,I4. .,s
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-09-15
By ELMER Q. wALzER Limited Press Financial EditOrl

New York, Sept. l6--CUP)-Rail- road and steel shares led . decline at a fairly active opening today on the stock exchange. A break in the London market and an ll-year low in The franc influenced selling. Bonds were mixed and cotton firm.
 U. s. Steel opened 5000 shares at GA l-4 of Ia. Bethlehem was ct 30 Ia of 3 and Republic 20 7-8 of 1 3-8.
 New York Central lost 1 l-2 points to % 'l-2. Smaller declines were noted in Union Pacific, Chesa- peake & Ohio, and Northern Pacific,
 Other wide losers included Chrys- Ter 97 Ia off 1 5-8; Woolworth 42 Ia off 1-S; Du Pont l46 Ia of 2 Ia; Anaconda 4o l.2 of S-4: Loew's "A
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-09-15

fused to join the union last June during the organizational drive. ''
 ,EH Thumbs Down
 It was understood that several of the girls who "sat-down" today were expressing opinion to the ef- feet that they would like to get into the union. The organizers said today that If this was so thei! applications would be honored but would then be subject to 6 vote of the Buckle company membership of the local CIO union, Senti. ment today seemed to indicate that their applications would be voted down.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-09-15
THE ANSWER

Public employees should be given security against dismissal or demotlOn for trivial. per- sonal, religious, racial, political, or other abitrary or extraneOus reasons. This section guarantees this security. We challenge you to point out the sections that make lt possible for the per. sonnel director Co find "just cause" for removal at will. Evi- dently you don't believe your own statem snt as later you talk about q twO- thirds vote Offthe board of aldermen being nee. cessary to discharge . street cleaner, ',,
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-09-15
Cnmat0ck Lodge

ComStock lodge members, Knights of Pythias, made plans ct a meeting last evening for Q district convention at Salisbury on Saturday. It was also stated at the session held last evening in Mechanics hall that the Wa terbury company, of the uniform rank of the order, will attend an enoampment ct Woodbridge, Sep- tember 26 and %.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-09-15
Rails, SteeLs Ledd
 Decline h Exchange
Fairly Active Market at Start Break in London Mar.
 ket, Il.Year Low in French Franc Helped Drop

l-2'off l-4 and Western Union aB Ia of ?. The last touched a reW low because directors deferred ac- ton on the dividend due ct this time. e s'4'.
 Trading quieted after, the. opens Ing and the list displayed a steadief tone. ., AZ;
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-09-15
Lady Foresters

Preparations for on extensive program of fall and winter ac- tivities and the appointment of supervising committees will take place ct c meeting of the Lady Foresters of America, local chap ter, to be held tomorrow night at Mechanics hall at 7:46 o'clock. The business meeting will be fol. lowed by . card party arranged by . committee which includes Mrs. Katherine Dermody, chair lady; Mrs. Mary oiasberg, Mrs. John Ryan and Mrs. Nellie Hay den.
 Mrs. Hayden who Is sub-com- iiiander will preside during the meeting in the absence of Com- inander Mrs. Martha Buchanan, who is attending the annual na- tional convention now in progress ct Atlantic City. 4 i7 T
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-09-15
THE ANSWER

Again you have read into the amendment something that doesn't exist and again we chal- lenge you to point out the pro. vision that gives the personnel director power to subject any employe to tests. There simply isn't any such provision In the amendment we. propose. y
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-09-15
AL. GAMER MATCHED

New Haven, Conn.,, Sept. l5-(UP) Al Gamer, Negro light heavy weight. was matched today to fight Emil Scholz, German heavyweight, in e i0-round bout ct New Haven Arena, Oct. l.
 At the same time, 1t was an- nounccd that Al Carolyn had been Yeappointed matchmaker at the Arena for the coming season.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-09-15
Canadian Legion

Members Of the local Canadian Legion post and auxiliary will hold . social on Saturday At the post rooms on Bank street, it was announced today. It was also announced that Mrs. Edward Pc. ters, local auxiliary president had returned home from the New England states convention, at which. she was elected to the post of historian. F
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-09-15
MAYOR HAYES COMMENTS

MAYOR HAYES COMMENTS
 Our charter provides for a board of IS aldermen to be elected by the people, no more than 8, however, to be of the same political party, The party in power with eight aldermen would have the mandate of the people nullified if 6 two-thirds vote were necessary on matters of policy. Under the proposed plan . street sweeper could not be discharged without a two- thirds vote. Is that an efficient method9
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-09-15
RETIRED JUDGE DIES

Auburn, Mey Sept. lb--(UP) =. Henry, Waiter Oakes, 60, retired Maine superior judge, died ct l1is home yesterday after Q long illness.
 Born iia Auburn, Oakes graduated from Bates College and became the first superior judge in AndEcscoggiil county. TIe was credited with intro. ducing curve-ball pitching into Msisie. V 1'4,'I9 ygl9N
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-09-15
Irlsh.Americans

Preparation for the annual election of officers for the Irish- American Social club to take place at the next meeting, September 2sth, were discussed last night at q gathering at club quarters, 2O Field street. Arthur J. Lunny, vice president, officiated As Chair- man in the absence Of Thomas J. Reidy. ~ Nu :.
 Thirty-two new members were received during the evening which was regarded as . progressive step leading into what is expected. to be the busiest season in the his. tory of the club. Ten member ship applications were received |, two weeks ago, (, Yfr [ .. t 4g f
 The club voted c donation Of slO. to the Bronson Library fund for the purchase of new Irish It. erature. H3
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-09-15
Eureka Chapter

A brief outline of seasonal plans was discussed last evening at the first fall session of Eureka chapter, R. A. M. held last eve- ming in Masonic Temple. More detailed plans for the next two months will be discussed at the next session of the group on Sep- teml,er 28, .,,l.l '.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-09-15

District leaders of the New Haven county Women's Democra- tlc club VIII meet next Monday night at the home of Mrs. Nora Mahaney Harris In New Haven to further plans for the working of the Reporter plan in the organ ixation. All New Haven county leaders have been invited to at- tend the session. Mrs. Harris, for. merly of this city, long has been . leader in state politics.
 Mrs. D. Sullivan of New Haven has been named Reporter for New Haven county. Dorothy A. Ryle of Stamford is state organizer for the plan.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-09-15
Naturalist Club

Members of tho Waterbury Nat. uralist club will meet at 10 o'clock Saturday at the railroad station to start Q wek-end outing, their destination Squantz pond, New Fairfield. They wil lbe gone over- night and several miles of hik- Ing are planned. Those wishing transportation have been re. quested to notify the leader. Wal ter P. Green.
 The first fall meeting will be held September 2i. 1
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-09-15
THE ANSWER

"Thls section does not give the commission the right to exc pend funds without limit or control because the civil service board hears all complaints un. der thls section and it serves without pay. If an employe wants to take the case to the superior court. he must pay his own counsel fees"
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-09-15
D. U. V.

Members of Mary CaSwell tent, Daughters of Union Veterans, will be guests of Mrs. Ralph Rich- ardson at her Walnut Beach cot- tage on Saturday 1t was announced last evening at the first fall ses- sion of the group held at the state arinory. Several members plan to make a trip to the Noroton Soldiers home on Sunday. New members will be initiated at the next session on September 20.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-09-15
Frdtern0L NelVs
A. o. H. Auxiliary

Miss Daisy Lord, state secretary of the ladies' auxiliary of the An. cient order of Hibernians, gave a report last evening at the first local fall session held in Hiber- nian hall on the recent state con. vention of the order. Mrs. Cath. erine Marinan Is chairman of the social committee which wall follow the next session on September 2s. Mrs. Hannah sullivans vice-pres- ident, was in charge of last nights session.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-09-15
THOMAsTON
CARD OF THANKS

CAUD OF THANKS
 Members Of the family of the late Mrs. James F. Reardon wish to eX- press appreciation 10 their relatives, friends and neighbors for the many acts of Kindness extended and floral tributes bestowed In their recent bereavement. Mrs. Helen n. Martin, Mra. Mae R. Matz Mrs, Kathryn R. Madden and James J. Reardon.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-09-15
LEFT NOTE FOR WIFE

Boston, Sept. lb-(UP)-The body of Edward T. Goldsmith, 73, of Jamaica Plain, a retired machinist, was found in Jamaica Pond today A note on the ponds bank read: T hope you will be satisfied now" Polio said 1t apparently was ad- dressed to his wife
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-09-15
THE ANSWER

If you mean to say that a two. thirds vote of the board of Rl. dermcn Is necessary to dls- charge . street sweeper, your statement Is false. There Is nothing In the amendment to justify any such assertion. Any. one can sec this by reading Section 32l as quoted above.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-09-15
WEEKS REVIVAL
 SERVICES OPEN.
Brigadier WaIdrOn, For ner Resident, Of6ciates;
 Cadet Duren in Training

Brigadier and Mrs. John Waldron opened Q weeks revival campaign last evening with services at the local Salvation Army citadel on Savings street. They were welcomed here by Adjutant Hugo Wiberg and
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-09-15
Chatheld Cuards

Members Of the Chatfie1d Guards, Go. E i02d Infantry, contemplate the sponsorship of 6 clambake to bE held Sunday at the Scovill Rod and Gun club on Plank road. The general activities will get underway at 10 6. m. All planning to attend are asked to contact Joseph Stanley, phone, 3-o3s2 or Edward Mornille. 3-246l, before Friday night.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-09-15

tion! It is benign and humble document, reaching mans inner most being, expressing and guar anteeing his yearning for liberty and justice, It protects him against the usurper, the dictator and the invader of his God given rights. For IS decades 1t has been an instrument for good throughout our beloved land. The growth, prosperity, peace, and happiness of our people are the fruits of Its far reaching and just
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-09-15
Hawthorne Lodee

The. regular meeting Of Pride of Hawthorne Lodge, Daughters of St. George was held last night In Foresters' Hall. The usual business was transacted and a report was read by. Mrs. David Reding who was delegate to the National Convention of the 9u. preme Lodge which was held in Chicago, the week of August 22nd.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-09-15

MAYOR HAYES COMMENTS
 This section further gives the commission the right to ex- pend funds without limit or control, without complete dis- regard of the budget require mentS. Q
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-09-15
MAYOR HAYES COMMENTS

NAAA VHS 1AEN NS VVNHNhNsENAS :
 Under his unlimited power to subject any employe to tests, examinations and inquisitions, any position can be made so irksome that resignation of the ernploye Is bound to follow, even though his efficiency record is above criticism, ,.'
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-09-15

Albert Christopherson, who waa H. M. Stanley's right hand man in the search for pr. Livingstone iiI darkest Africa, has died in Copen~ hagen, Denmark, aged 70. nd.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-09-15
MAYOR HAYES, COMMENTS

MAYOR HAYES COMMENTS
 This sets upyprovisions under which life tenure of positions may De contingent upon just; cause" Admirable as this prin- clpie may De in theory, It's ef- fectiveness has been destroyed by previous sections which make 1t possible for the per- sonnet director to find "just cause" for removal at will,
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-09-15
NEAR AND FAR
PuBLIc UTILITY sTocK.

Lawton, okla. tUP) For 20 years Ralph Dewitt Cook, cream buyer, lived within short distance of Ralph Dewitt Cook, Q carpenter, before they finally got acquainted
 through q case of mistaken identity.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-09-15
St. -Do1Un Strike!

Women Employes of Waterbury Buckle Com.
 pany Stage Demonstration Today With "Time Out For Lunch" Union Promises "Replacements"
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-09-15

A sit-down strike, with time out for lunch, of twenty employees of the Waterbury Buckle co. took place this morning. The twenty workers, who are not members of the C1O union which has an agreement In effect with the plant following a three-week strike in June, sat down this morning in protest of . wage reduction. Most of the strikers were women.
 They went home for lunch, how ever, and the Democrat reporter saw most of them 90 back into the factory just before oie o'clock to "sit.down" until the difficulty could be settled.
 No Statement
 Jerome LaVigne. head of the plant, or Edward Esan, plant sue perintendent. could not be reached for statements in regard to the af. fair at press time today.
 Philip Brainard and Alex Cashin, local Brass Workers union organizers. were on hand ct the factory doors shortly before i o. clock discussing the situation with members; of the union cofn- mittee. Judging from the con- versAtion which passed between the organizers and many of the workers tunion members) who stopped to talk on their way into work, the sentiment was strongly against admitting any of the present "sit-downers" Into the union. r
 ReplaCements 1Nt
 The union organizers also said that they wished to have 1t made known that the union was living up to it's agreement with the management and that 1t would attempt to further promote the spirit of the agreement, should the necessity arise, by providing additional workers to take the places of the "sit clown" employees, whom, they further stated, re.
Evening star., 1937-07-17
D. c. GARBAGEMEN
THREATEN STRIKE
Demand Prompt Action on
Charges Recently Heard
Against Superintendent.

District garbage collectors Will be
called out on strike early nest week
unless prompt action is taken on
charges recently heard against W. W.
Wood. superintendent of garbage col
lection. it was announced by James
Kimbroe. business agent Of the Hod
Carriers Union.
Meeting last night at union head
quarters, 638 PENNSYLVANIA avenue.
the group voted to give Kimbroe the
entire power to call strike is neces-
sary. thus stopping collection If all
garbage, trash and refuse in Wash
ington.
Charles against Wood were investi-
gated by Stanley DeNeale, assistant
corporation counsel and J. 3. Cor
don, director of sanitary engineering.
and William A. Xanten, supervisor
of city refuse. They have not yet re-
ported their findings to the Commits
sioners in connection with the recent
hearing at Blue Plains. Kimbroe said.
The unions representatives in the
investigation, Charles H. McGrath and
Robert w. Mccullough. urged the
garbage collectors last night to exer-
else careful consideration before call
ing a strike
McGrath charged the investigation
OF Wood had turned out TO h. self
investigation by self-appolnted
board"
Evening star., 1937-07-17
D. c. GUILD IGNORES
REQUEST BY BR0UN
Presses for Referendum on c. I. o
Afiliation and Other Con.
vention Steps.

The Washington Newspaper Guild
last night adopted a resolution au-
thorixing it& president to appoint 4
committee Of seven members to press
for a national referendum on several
actions taken by the American News
paper Guild at It's st. Louis conven-
tion. The vote on the resolution was
66 to 30.
The action was taken after Haywood
Broun, international president had
asked that no referendum be taken
on c. I. O. affliation.
Among the questions that will be
submitted to the membership OF the
guild in the referendum are affiliation
with the c. I. O.. whether the guild
shall admit to membership other than
editorial workers, whether it should
indorse the Presidents Supreme Court
program. indorse farmer labor polit-
ical organization and whether it
should indorse the Spanish Loyalist
government.
SEATTLE. July II 'P.-The Amer
ican Newspaper Guild ia "in the c. I.
Q. and we are going to stay In the
c. I. o." Haywood Broun. national
guild president. told A Seattle guild
mass meeting in telephone conversa-
ton last night.
The mass meeting was called bv
guild members to present their side Of
the Sea tile Star strike.
A resolution adopted unanimously
declared the Star unfair TO its en-
ployes and to the spirit Of the New
Deal"
Police estimated 500 persons At
tended the meeting.
Evening star., 1937-07-17
Nations Demand Modification Of
Neutrality Plan.

LONDON. July II tP).-"Modifica
hon-' the troublesome word which
Italy. Germany. France and Russia
used to qualify their approval Of the
Eden plan to revamp Spanish nom
intervention, loomed today as the
next hurdle ahead Of the British
scheme
The foreign office expressed pleas
ore At the speed with which Foreign
6ecretary Eden's proposal topped their
frst barrier in yesterdays session OF
the 27-nation Hands off Spain
conmittee. but tempered optimism
with caution.
The Franco-Russian desires for
modification Of the plan promised to
conflict directly with Italo- German
wishes.
The scheme called for dissolution
Of the naval Gordon around Spain,
already handicapped by withdra wal
OF German and Italian warships; sub
etitution of new system of observers
on ships and at Spanish ports to block
any shipments of men and arms. and
granting Of limited" belligerent
rights to both sides of the war afte,
. substantial start had been made or
withdrawing foreign volunteers.
Evening star., 1937-07-17
De MILE TAX CASE
GOES TO HIGH COURT
Government Asks for Review of
Appeals Tribunal Ruling
FavorinR Film Figure.

by me ASkoclAtNd Press.
The Government appealed TO the
Supreme Court yesterday in tts TAX
dispute with Cecil 3. De Mile, whose
name was mentioned recently before
congressional committee investi-
eating alleged tax avoidance.
De Mile. Hollywood Aim figure. won
his case before the Ninth Circuit Court
of Appeals. From the decision Of this
court the Government now appeals to
the high tribunal IN its EFFORT to col
lect $1,l56,074 from De Mile.
The Governments petition, hled by
Solicitor General Stanley Reed, was
directed against the Cecil B. De Mile
Productions. Inc.
The decision,' said Reed Of the
Ninth Circuit Court Ruling, pre-
sents = considerable danger 10 tho
Federal revenues"