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The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-08-10
State Medicine

Physicians studying in Vienna send warning to America against socialized or "state medicine" They say the sick fund physician is always in a hurry. He has to handle too many patients ir day to give proper attention to them all. And the interposition of bureau adminis- tered by politicians between the patient and his doctor tends to destroy the per- sonal confidence in the physician which is so great an aid to recovery. There are other disadvantages besides these, but for the most part springing out of these basic causes.
 There is a tendency of late to attain hospital facilities over here by insurance methods. Most of this is very good, giving hospital care to many people who would otherwise go without it. A little more ad- vance along this line can doubtless be taken here without any harm. But line has to be drawn. Medicine must be bureaucratized.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-08-10

The compliment returned. Mayor Jas- per McLevy was endorsed by a republican club down in Bridgeport recently, so when republicans had a moonlight sail" shortly after that the mayor was on hand at the dock when the boat pulled out. He was quite busy for some time shaking hands and exchanging pleasantries with various members of the group. And when the boat pulled out republicans on the boat and Mayor McLevy on shore waved to each other. It looked just like depart ing liner with fond parent bidding fare- well to beloved daughter. Down In Bridgeport they are comparing the incl dent to that of 1936 when the late J. Henry Roraback paid a surprise visit to the democratic state convention being held at Eastern Point, Groton, right after the g. o. p. boys had named their candi- dates. To our way of thinking the com parison ends with the mere printing oE 1t, but maybe you and you have your own ideas on Jasper's idea.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-08-10
Safest Liner

The United States Maritime Commis- sion has called for bids for building vessel to replace the Leviathan. The new ship will be much smaller than the Levia- than, however, since the commission sees no reason for starting costly competition with the Normandie and Queen Mary. The design calls for ship slightly larger than the Manhattan and Washington, but in that general class. It Is to be combination mail, passenger and cargo steamship with load draft displacement of 34,000 tons. Its speed will be about 22 knots (nautical miles per hour). There will be accommodations for 1,200 pas sengers and a crew of about 630.
 The chief distinction of this vessel IS the plan to make 1t "the safest ship on the seas" That was said of the Titanic, when she set out on her tragic maiden voyage. But much has been learned since then, from the Titanic disaster itself and from such other ill-fated vessels as the Morro Castle and the Mohawk. AS de- signed, any three compartments in the liner can be flooded In an accident with out endangering the ship. There will be motor-propelled and radio-equipped life- boats. The ship will be made of fire resisting materials throughout All the latest safety devices will be included.
 Safety and comfort first, speed and size last. These things sound fine to the voyager who likes the sea trip and can get along without the superlative lux urieS.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-08-10

There has been much said about Waterbury trying to get federal aid for the local housing problem. The fact re- mains that 1t Is a serious problem and one that doesn't seem to be any closer to solution today than 1t was earlier this year when rents and houses, particularly in the low income field, started to be- come scarce. It's all right to boast about our independence and our industrial recovery, but that isn't providing local people with proper housing - housing they can afford and not be forced to un- dergo the hardships of bygone years. The critics should bring forward their plan of action before discounting the citys plans
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-08-10

do not know IVY r "
 whetlier Mir. McNeil Is harboring any such ambition, not being tn the gentleman's confidence. But # he Is it would be the part of good sense to bury it In camphor balls now where the moths can- not get at it MT. MacNefl has as much chance Of winning the nom. inatlon from Senator LOnergan as Halle Selassie. A little poorer If anything. Besides Senator Lon- ergan has already been re-nora- mated by his colleague, Senator Maloney. At the Roosevelt "vic- tory" dinner held at Savin Rock after the recent presidential cleo. ton, not only did Senator Maloney re-nominate Senator Lonergan on that occasion but also re.nominat- ed Governor Gross. Which should make 1t altogether unnecessary for the Democrats of Connecticut to hold any state convention next Fall. Time, money, and energy would be saved If the State Gen. tral Committee just hired the hotel hall in 6roton, allowed Sen- ator Maloney to turn on the spigot of his eloquence Into a loud speak or, nominating ell candidates, preached q few barrels of beer, scattered a few thousand sand. wiches along the sea strand, and permitted the delegates to divert themselves as their fancies dic- tated.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-08-10

For instance, no member of Congress has been more successful in getting appropriatio n bills benefiting his state than Con- gressman Jack Dempsey of New Mexico. That state now has a population of only 100000, less than one-fourth as many as Man. hattan Island alone, but Demp- Sey, c very astute operator, put through 6 total of ten bills at this session authorizing or appro- priating funds for the benefit ot New Mexico.
 Among these was 6 Se.000,000 reclamation project and Q S4,000,- 900 project for the canalization of the Rio drande river. After Dempsey had got away with these plus eight other bills. Represen- tative Dick Kleberg, largest ranch owner in Texas, came up to him and said:
 "Jaek, some of the Texas delegation want to consult you about some legislation we want to introdlce.'
 "NVhats that?" inquired Dempsey.
 "We've got a resolution where.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-08-10
Answers To Questions
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By Frederick M. Kerby

c. What federal agency will su- pervise the administration of the Guffey coal act?
 A. The bituminous coal commis- sion.
 C. How did the prison term grapevine system" originator
 A. It is c slang term that origi- hated during the Civil war. False rumors and transformation that spread rapidly among the troops was said to have come through grapevine telegraph" The term Is also used to define any method of distant communication among priin- tive peoples, such as smoke signals or drumming. In prisons it means the spreading of information among the criminals by any method that will escape detection by the guards.
 c. What mileage was travelled by the diesel engine-powered automo.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-08-10
Selected Poem
WHEN I COME HOME AT NIGHT

velma Hitchcock in the Christian Science Monitor When have come back home at night very softly close the door,
 Make sure the jatch switch on the light, And find, as have found before So many times, q troupe of friends Patiently waiting my return. Their hor1ely presence always lends Gold cheer, and it's Of small concern That ones 6 desk and one chair And one low.boy, one stool, And sofas placed with loving care. Upholstered in brocade and crewel. With antique dignity they range Around the room in group or row And surely 1t is not too strange That have come to love them so How could noe well De lonely who Had such staunch comrades ct her call7 o that would never, never do- It would indeed offend them alii And so 1t S that through the years smile and say: "ooodsnight my dears"
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-08-10

by Texas slices off some of It's territory and gives it to New Mexico so you'll have moro room to hold all your projects" Men and Ambition
 Albert Johnson of Washington state, who for twenty years was a stalwart republican member Of the House, tells this story on the late Joe Robinson.
 "A group of us from the senate and the house, including Senator Jones of Washington, were hon- orary pall-bearers at a funeral,' says Johnson. That was in 1928. Joe Robinson was there, and .as we sat in that room on the sec- ond story Of the residence, Rob- inson said.
 "T know what you are think. ing about. You are wondering why all this turmoil, why this continual battle in life. But you will not stop. \ am going to quit this year, and go back to the hills of Arkansas. This Is my last term.
 "'But you men won't quit. Your ambition will drive you forward, or you will have some program you want to put over. and you will continue in this turmoil, but I am going to quit
 "That very summer" con. tinued Johnson, Ion his return home from Washington, he went to the Houston convention and was nominated as the running. mate of Al Smith. lie became one of the lead leaders In the senate, and later died of heart failure while leading one of those battles he had declared he was tired of and going to quit, In order to get back to the mountains of Arkansas" Statesmen
 To some of the politieos in tho House, principle, apparently, Is one thing and consistency an- other.
 After 6 protracted struggle, Sec- ton 2i3, famous ban against simultaneous job-holding by hus- bands and wives, was repealed. 1883 cobe 5000 husbands and wives were dismissed. and c mum. Der of divorces and unwed re- lationships were directly attribut' ed to It.
 The House voted for repeal by c large margin. Among those who shouted "nay" were:--
 Rep. Lewis L. Boyer, dem., IIi., whose son, John L., is On his congressional payroll.
 Rep. Raymond s. McKeOugh,
 dem., Ill.,, whose daughter, Catherine T, x on his con. gresslonai payroll.
 Rep. Andrew J& May, dem- Ky, whose wife. JuIla G., is on hIs congressional payroll.
 Rep. John M. O'ConnelI, dem., R. l., whose sOn, John M. Jr, Is on his congressional payroll.
 Rep. Malcolm c. TarV"" denl., demy Ga., whose son, Malcolm C., Jr.. is on his congressional payroll.
 Merry-GO-
 Despite the end of prohibition. Q lot of liquor still Is stold in the Nations Capital without a license. Fortnight Assistant Corporation Counsel John oDea has been busy cleaning 1t up {. The Post Office Department is not getting mixed Up in the ar- gument between different agen. cies over the transatlantic airInaii route. The Post office, which awards the airmail contracts, has been sitting on the side.lities waiting for the Commerce Depart fletlt. Maritime Commission and the etee Department to settas their differences.
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The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-08-10
By Olive Roberts Barton

At last there Is something new under the sun, or rather an old idea in new setting. The two stero books recently published by Farrar and Rinehart are modern versions of the old steroscope. that prized possession Of grandma'S that held the visiting grandchildren spell bound by the hour.
 Each illustration Is double. as with the old steroscope pictures, but the reader sees only one three- eimensional picture when he looks through the adjustable glass lenses attached to the cover of each book.
 "At the Zoo, the etereo Book of Animals,' by Capt. R. Cheyne- -stout, director of rienagerieS of New York City, and photographed by Herbert Q. May, with special three- -lensed camera, brings to life 50 wild animals in amusing poses. The narrative context b terse and in. structionai.
 Sailing Tn, the stereo Book of Ships" by Alexander Laing, like- wise illustrated by Herbert O. May and his trick camera, tells the story Of Dick Mcclure, young soldier of fortune, who finds him- self in the shipyards of Lower Manhattan, makes friends and learns about chronometers, bin. nacles and compasses; fishing boats. light boats. fire boats and buoyS.
 The whole family will be charmed with both books, and there is sure to Dc c waiting line for . turn at the peep-show. A real revolution in illustrating, aS these books are proving. Price, @. Fifty illustrations ifl each volume.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-08-10
MICKEY HOME AGAIN

Mickey Rooney, with his bristling military haircut still intact, is back if Hollywood from q vacation tn Twin Fails. Idaho, where he spent hh time fishing, swimming and rios ing. He starts training ln earnest Tor his jockey ole ij MetFo-0 Gold wyn.Mayers Thoroughbred Don't Cry"
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-08-10
One Thing Certain

If the Republican editorial boosters are sincere In their pro- testations of affection for Senator Lonergai and If they really seek to ensure Is return to office there Is . simple way to prove 1t. Let them bend the same strength to seeing that the Republicans nom. lnate TO one tt oppose hlm. or one thing, however, they may rest assured They will not witness the unholy spectacle of Senator Lonergan either seeking or accept. ing the Republican nomination. He is much too staunch g Demo- crat and much too substantial . citizen Co stoop Co that putrldity. He is c man of sound convictions, as he proved to the satisfaction of hIs Republican editorial admirers, and he would rather lose as 2 regular party candidate than win as . political renegade. Eating cheese out of . trap is no dietary practice of the Honorable Angus. tin and never 'las been. That IS one reason why all the talk about real opposition to him Inside hiS
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-08-10
Just Straw Men

sundry newspaper editors around the state have allowed themselves to get all wrought up over the fight Senator Lonergan Is imaS- ined to have before him to get re- nominated. There Is supposed to be an element in his own party which Is out to punish him for be- ing in opposition to President Roosevelt's court proposals. For that reason the editors, almost all of them rock.rlbbed Republicans, have been busy building straw-men opponents to Mr. Lonergan and even more busy knocking the stuf. flng out of their own creations. There were. and are, members oi his party who voted for Senator Lonergan and who dsapprove vehemently of his position on the court Issue. But that they are nu- merous enough or vengeful enough to deprive him Of re-nomination Is sheer drivel. And least of all 10 substitute for him the daShlng caballero from Bridgeport, senor Archibaldo MacNeil.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-08-10

Two years hence 1t may be possible for damage suits, based upon auto accidents, to be brought for unlimited amounts. Up until this year they were limited to $l0,. 000; the 1887 Legislature raised the ante to $15,000. The next move Is unlimited. All of which means that the motorist will be forced to protect themselves with ade- quate insurance to cover public liability.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-08-10

M Il r p h y or Michigan Is be- ing interpreted as a boom hes- to. The boom IS supposed to be in line with "Archie's" al- legged desire to beat Senator Augustin Lon- ergan out of the nomination
 to succeed him- self in Wasll- ington for an- other term. I
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-08-10

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 2. Name the author Of the tra. gedy, King Lear"
 g. What was the ancient name for Wales? F {. Name the sickle -bhaped penins guia forming the sc.tncnsteTn ex- trefnity of NiassAcbugsttL. z s. WhAs is the tsatiio # tic sAs cred book of the Moha3.sic5a'is7 : 6. What organization %ss iiick- ilnn1ed John COinpaDy7" "
 2. In bctafy, what is cpirassy7
 2. What f. tie fiaiae fof the great Eo4. of E:ixliai, islUrittei isw7 :. c. Wat is 'iie eniei!rst brsen 6 u0ee7 ,t ftftttI f,htpeft v 10. Nalne the viic cf lssizn;Ilas. Emperor Of Aesiec. s9 w
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-08-10
Daily Almanac

Moon sets e:7 p. m. daylight tine). Sun rises 0:60 (. ri.: sets T:6e D. m. (day. light time).
 Ali vehicles must De lighted thirty minutes after sunset.
 High tide ct Milford Wednesday, Aug. lA e:ae .. fn,; low tide, e:55 6. m. daylight tinie).
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-08-10

bile in e transcontinental trip in lo3b, and how much did 1t cost for fuel2
 A. The trip was from New York city to Los Angeles, Q distance Of 3774 miles and the total fuel cost was $7.63.
 c. When was the bill passed making appropriations for the com. merce department for the 1888 fis- cal year?
 A. The bill. which also included appropriations for the state, justice and labor departments, totaling $i2i, ,00o, 900, was approved June 10.
 e. I have 6 friend who was born in the United States. 24 years ago. Ills father registered his birth in England and now says my friend will have to go to England to serve in the army if that country goes to war. My friend says he wants to be 6 citizen of this country and wants to know If he can be forced to 90 to England.
 A. Your friend is 6 native born American citizen and cannot be forced to go to England.
 c. Has vegetation even grown in 6 human body as c result of swal. lowing c Seed7
 A. There is no record of such an instance known to the medical world. .s.
 If you want . copy of our book. let, 1.-THE FORMULA BOOK" write The Waterbury Democrats Wash. ingtOn Bureau. 1912 Thirteenth Street, Northwest, Washington D. q. Enclose cents in nOftake.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-08-10
A Thought for Today

Come unto me- all ye that labour and are heavy laden and I will give you rest.-Matthew l1:2S.
 To will what God doth will, is the only science that gives us rest-Longfellow.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-08-10
Eastern States Gypped On
 Housing Appropriations
nnA ROBERT a ALLEN
nv Dmgw PgARs0ss

Washington, August 10-Al the senate talk about New York state getting relief benefits under the Wagner Housing Bill overlooked the fact that New York, and other densey populated eastern states have been paying large part of the vests agricultural and reclamation
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-08-10
Already Nominated

The party which former Demo- cratic National Committeeman Archibald MacNeil tossed on Sat- urday last for Governor Frank
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-08-10

As Japan tackles the rejuvenated Chinese dragon, it's hard to tell for sure whether the Japanese banner Is rising or setting sun.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-08-10

England Accepts Divorce" Well, it's been accepting divorces for long enough.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-08-10
A Book a Day
Something old, New
 In Tales By Stereo View

Periodically the Book .a-Day column is turned over to Olive Roberts Barton, noted child authority. Here is her latest re. view Of books suitable for child. ren. t.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-08-10
Beautifully Ironic

There is something beautifully ironic in the praise which the Re. publican editors arc heaping on Senator LonergAn's Democratic head. Not because Of the sound and faithful service he has ren- dered the state during his term oi once In Washington. are his new found friends pinning bouquets on him. But because he opposed Mr. Roosevelt on the Supreme Court shake.up. For that reason and for that reason alone he Is the white. .haircd boy. FOR THE MO. MENT.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-08-10
I est ' Q us Knowledge

Can you answer seven Of these test questions? TurD Co last page for the answers.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-08-10
BY WAY of NO HARM
 by - James William FitzP Patrick

tThe comments opniOna concluslons appearing writer They not necessarily hoSe Ot the editors THE DEMOCRAT they to Se construed Mvarab
 . reflection of their vlewpolnt
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-08-10

ToDAY's COMMON ERROR Never say, "Senat0r Brown, who we expected to support the bill, voted against it"; say, whom we expected"
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-08-10

own party is Just so much oom- balahl
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-08-10
Okay With Me

About most of the other guests at the party 1 have no doubts at all. I would be willing to bet my right eye against 2 raindrop that they went, like the hack occupant At the strange funeral, LUST FOR THE RIDE" For that 1 re. fuse to hold them responsible. Any kind of q ;rty, provided 1t had certain features including plenty of ice. would have been acceptable last Saturday.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-08-10

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The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1937-06-26
'CANARYFEVER'
VICTIM HERE

A journey of 1000 miles, from
the Canary Islands off the north.
ern coast of Africa. to Washing
ton. was ended yesterday by Mrs.
Winfield H. Scott, wife of the
American consul to the islands,
who came here to be treated for
canary fever"
Mrs. Scott has been suffering
from the malady since last No
vember. While the fever is not
contagious, it's effect is some.
what like that of malaria, caus-
ing a weakening of the muscles
and a general lethargy.
She is staying at the home Of
her brother-in-law and sister,
Mr.. and Mrs. Ralph B. Deemer,
213 Maple Ave-, Takoma Park.
Md. Mrs. SCOTS husband. who
remained at his post, is a de-
scendant of the Mexican war
hero, Gen. Winfield Scott, and is
a graduate of Georgetown Uni
VerSity.
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1937-06-26
VICTOR j. oRSINGER
Scout OrsinSer
Leader at School

the st. Johns College High School
of Washington, after having COM
pleted a glorious year of school
activity. He was valedictorian Of
the graduating class, editor-in-
chief Of the college annual, Taps,
secretary of both the graduating
class and senior council, the stu
dent self-government unit, man
ager of the debating club and
took the leading comedy part in
the senior play, Journeys End"
In April of this year he was
presented with the international
Civitan Honor Key for good citi-
zenship and leadership by the
Civitan Club of Washington, as
well as winning the gold medal
for public speaking at school. In
his third year at st. Johns he
was elected editor-in-Chief Of the
school monthly, the Scarlet and
Grey, and in his second year he
won the gold medal for elocution.
He Is commissioned a first lieu
tenant in the college band, in
which he plays several instru-
ments. Victor originally came
from Chicago and he has been
here six years.
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1937-06-26

Victor J. Orsinger 17-year-old
representative of the Washington
Times at the Boy Scout National
Jalnboree, to be held here June 80
to July 9, is a registered Scout of
the District of Columbia Council
and has been actively connected
with the Boy Scout movement in
Washington for the past five
years. He is the son of Fred j.
Orsinger, director of Bureau
Fisheries Aquarium. He is a
Junior Assistant ScoutmaSter of
Troop 81 of Brookland, D. c. and
has appeared before in the columns
of The Times, with reference to a
Boy Scout monthly magazine,
which he founded in 1888 at
Troop 80. The, magazine, The
Tepee, was produced on a borrowed
mimeograph machine.
Victor received the Eagle Award,
highest rank possible for boys in
Scouting, when he was IS years
old, in December 1885.
Young Orsinger has been active
in many pursuits aside from his
Scout work.
This June he graduated from
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1937-06-26
BLASTS KILL ;,
INJURE 80

MONTREAL, Que, June 26
G.N.SO.-Three persons lay dead
and 80 were in hospitals today
as a result of three explosions and
a fire which wrecked a five-story
garage here.
Three huge gasoline reservoirs
blew up, demolishing the garage
building and shattering windows
and doors of almost all houses
within a radius of four blocks.
There were three terrific blasts,
while several divisions of firemen
were battling blaze which orig
mated in the basement of the big
structure, probably due to the toss
ing away of a lighted cigarette.
The dead were firemen. Two
other firemen were so severely in
jured they may not recover. The
other injured are firemen, police
and spectators.
More than a score of fire fight
ers we're trapped when the second
blast occurred. Bricks and pieces
of metal and glass were hurled
into the groups of firemen and
spectators.
There was a wild rush for
safety. More than a dozen ambu-
lanceS hurried the injured to hos
pitfalls. Forty-two were taken to
Royal Victoria Hospital alone,