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The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-09-28
ILL FAME HOUSE
 NEAR DARTMOUTH

Concord, N. H, Sept. 2e-(UP)-- Mrs. Carrie LagasSa, 43, of Lebanon. alleged proprietor of c house Of Ill fame near Dartmouth college, was held in $3,6o0 bail today on q fed- eral charge of having transported a pretty Augusta, Me-, waitress to New Hampshire flor immoral pur- poSs"
 She waived examination and pleaded not guilty when arraigned before 6 U, 8. commissioner yeSter- day.
 Miss Charlene Hicks, 10, of Cam bridge, Mass, arrested with Mrs LagasSa in a raid Sunday, was held in Sl,oo0 bail as 6 material witness
 They will be tried at the October federal court session in Littleton.
 The warrant against Mrs. LagaSsa revealed the name of the Maine waitress aS Miss Dorothy Diamond
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-09-28
BROAD SURPLUS
 POLICY URGED
LOnergan Asks Corp to
 Take Car of Needy on Relief Rolls re

Washington, D. C., Sept. 3S = (Specials---Senator LonerRan, Con- necticut, hac urged Secretary Wall lace and the Surplus Commodities Corporation to adopt 8 broader policy this year ia acquiring surplus agricultural products for distribu- ton to needy persons on relief rolls
 Declaring that agriculture has enjoyed abundant crops. this year, only to 6 And that market prices on many commodities have been lowered because of surpluses, Sena- tor Lonergan said that survey should be made of all surpluses af- fecting a fair price level for farm CTS, and that such products should be listed as Q distribution guide for the Surplus Commodities Corpora ton. Products from the list, he said should be purchased in larger quan- titles by the government, and dis- tributed to relief agencies, thus maintaining a higher price level for farmers, and, ct the same time, providing food for those unable to buy commodities at any cost.
 The great abundance of potatoes in the east was cited by Senator Lonergan as an instance where farmers find practically no market for their product ecept st prices be- low production cost. Bumper crops all over the country indicate e sur. plus of many products, he said, which may seriously affect the sub" stantial increase which faAmers have obtained ia their prices over the past three years, unless sorne- thing Is done to utilize the surplus in useful way. ..
 Until Congress meets to give further consideration to Q new ag- ricultural relief program in general Senator LonergaIl said that the dis- tribution of surplus commodities to needy would be an effective ener- gency aid to both the farmer and those on relief.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-09-28
SLUM CLEARANCE
 PROJECT RENTS

Boston, Sept. 2e-- -(Up)--Rents in old sEIArbor village, South Bcgton's S0,0OOOOO alum clearance project, will range from t2o to S3S.S0. lt
 But the incoine of . ,sprospectiye teilgnt must not exceed i've times the rent 0k the Apagtgpeilt, Attorney OecFge Green, blind member Of the BODtol housing authority, told the I3oetOn sIty council yestefday. gg
 Thtlg no one receiving more than S2.0tO would be eligible to rent, enc of the 1O19 government t.oWAed apartments. And tue 120iO es|eried man would have t0.haye . wife and five children tc qualify., tyl@lst 10
 To Do eligible for a N9s-a. .Jnosu, apaftnient, a famiIyS yearly incomg rnuSt not exceed Oi,S2o. sl.sb V
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-09-28
DOCTORS TRY TO
 SAVE TWO BABIES

Danvers, Mass. Sept. 2S-(UP)- Doctors battled today to save the lives of two babies suffering from Q mysterious intestinal infection that already has cost the lives of theii brother and sister. .'.
 Catherine Thornell, 1, and her borther Daniel, 5 months, were re- ported critically ill at . hospital.
 Alfred Jr, 4, died Saturday only a few hours after he was stricken Ruth, 2, died at the hospital late yesterday.
 The children apparently had eat. en tainted food, medical-exaniinei said.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-09-28

sections of the city. Those partici- pating in the parade will gather ct North Square at seven p. m. when the parade will be promptly started. The rally will start at eight p. m.
 Alderman Charles Sciullo will ul- troduce the speakers, among whom will be Mayor Hayes and all the candidates on the ticket. In addi- ton, there will be a speech m Italian by Umberto Santopietro.
 As the hall Is expected to ne filled to overflowing, the commits tee has arranged to have a loud speaker installed in the lot ad- Joining the hall to make 1t possible for those unable to enter the hall to hear the speakers.
 Immediately following the talks, refreshments will be served in the spacious basement of the hall. The committee follows:
 James Corideo, James AldorisiC {; Samuel Lapiana, Umberto santc- pietro, Nick Zappone, Charles Sciullo, Thomas Mcorath, James Riley, James DiRienzo, James Me- Mahon, John DiCorpo, Joseph Tisi Coleman O'Loughlin, Frank deaSon, Richard Geason, Ralph Ventresca, Robert Scollay, cliff McHale, Rocco Palaldino, August Palladino, Henry Mlnnicucci, Michael Calo, Joseph Calo, Ralph Jordan, Robert Callupo, Atty. Carmine Cipriano, Dr. Ru. dolph Damiani, Edward Fitzgerald, Lawrence Rambo, Joseph Mazza : ferro and Clem Briotti.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-09-28
BANK SUSPECTS v.o. '.
 GOING TO PLEA

Hartford, Conn. Sept. 2S--(UP)- Miss Eleanor Katz. 8, charged with concealment of stolen securities iil connection with fraud case at the closed East Hampton Bank & Trust Go, will be put to plea Oct. 5 in D. 8. District Court to New Haven.
 On the same day, Harry E. Price West Hartford, charged with inter- state transportation of stolen secur. tiles, also will Do put to plea. George D. Brott, former bank treasurer, d. ready has pleaded guilty to S!m- liar charge, and Henry Cohen, New York, has plsaded not guilty ir Connecticut with the same case.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-09-28
EXPLAINS

Louis Nejame, president of the locaI Lebanon Syrian American club, today stated tO The Demo- Grst ahat he wished, to cIarily the story appearlng in yesterdays paper concerning the cIubs' par- tleIpatiOn ln local politics. r ! MF. NeJanie,S statement is that the club will not take an active part in locsl politics as . unit or .as . club, but that the DnAiviAuaIs ss such ahow:A take an interest In the afssirs of government, study the p0litlcsi SitustiOns from ail angles ani then ss individuals 60 0tE on election aay an6 exeFclHe ihelT franchIse ss gOpd American
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The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-09-28
QUINTUPLETS ARE
 40 MONTHS OLD

Cailander, ont, Sept. 2e-- (uP)-- The Dionne quintuplets were - 70 months old today, and each of the girls had c complete set of 20 baby teeth. W ...,f ~, 4.| 4
 pr. Allan Roy. Dafoe, their doctor and guardian, made the announce ,flent two days after Yvoiiie, t9liast of the babies, brought the total ne- tire to 100 by cutting her 20th tooth.
 Thus equlpped to handle what. ever tofnestibies come their w9y the qlintupieB gre fin exceptionally good conditiohy to weather the long Northern Ontario winter, Df. Dafoe said. n.N1 t1"l '. Ma .N3YY. Yg
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-09-28
WHY ] LIVE IN CONNECTICUT

Charles Vezn, retired merchant, landscape artist, writer of brochures on art whose works widely hibted lives in Lyme Asked by the State Publicity Commission why he lives in Connecticut Mr. Vezin re. piled: tn t.
 I believe its natural charms and It's architectural remains of simpler days wear better than the more never wearies of tS intimate charm it's resfui lnHu. Moreover, people make place place ardI have e,und the inhabitants a very fine sort" I l .-
 -4CHARLEs VEIN
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-09-28
Market Opens Higher h Irreguldr Trading
American Telephone, U. s. Steel Took Slight Drops
 Other Stees Steady-General Motors Unchanged

in Pennsylvania Railroad, National Steel, Phelps Dodge, Southern Pa- ciflc and New York Central.
 United States Steel dipped l-4 to S2 S-4. Other steels were steady. Chrysler rose slightly to o2 i-4, while General Motors was un- changed.
 Case rose l-2 to lSS 1-2. Others to gain point or more included Union Carbide at 87 i.4 up 1; At- lantic Coast Line a l-2 up l.2; Crucible Steel ~ up 1; Westing- house Electric l15 Ia up l; Good year 90 l-4 up l-4 and Allied Chemical 1919 up l.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-09-28
INsuRANcT STOCKS
WIFE SITS BEHIND SCENES

London n-(UP)-A woman in the divorce courts in London was ai- lowed to sit behind the screen while her husraIid, petitioniag for . de-. cree Of nuliity, was examined in the witness box. She waS able to hear all the evidence, but was invisible to her husband. This action, believed to be without precedent in England, was taken on medical advice that 1t was undesirable for the husband and wife to meet. rs csp
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-09-28
Victis,1's Body
 Returned. Home

The body of . young Water burian, William Savage, 2b, In far.away Alaska six weeks ago will arrive home tomorrow. The remains which will be inferred with those of relatives here will be met at She Union Citation and taken to the Mulyllle funeral hom. to await final de. clslon on the part of relatives as to time of funeral services. Friends may call at the home after, 2 p, m. tomorrow. p
 The accident occurred In Flat, Alaska on August 18th. A pre-. mature explosion cost MT. Saw age his life. He was prospecting for gold with an uncle, Patrick who has spent many years In that section of the world. 4
 The deceased Is the son of John Savage of loe Fairmount street, . '"
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-09-28
FORMER LISBON
 REGISTRAR DIES

Lisbon, Conn., Sept. 2s-CUP)-A verdict of suicide was returned to- day in the death of George A. Ken iiedy. ST.. 6O, former Lisbon regis- trar of voters, whose body was found hanging in his barn last night.
 Kennedy was believed breeding over the death of his daughter who several months ago was shot and killed by Philip Baumgartner, for- iner Sheriff. Daungartner then kill- cd himself. .. z, .-es. ','
 Kennedy leaves his widow, two sons and . daughter, .,,.I ,....'
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-09-28
COAST GUARDS IN
 SEARCH OF BOY

New Bedford, Mass. Sept. 2e-- (UP)-CoaSt guards resumed search of Buzzards Bay today for the last of four boys drowned when their home made sailboat foundered c mile off PaSque Island.
 The missing youth was Roland Arruda. IS. The bodies of his three companions, Raymond Costa, 14, Joe seph Viera, 18, and Joseph Paiva, 16, all of Dartmouth. were recovered from hteir partly submerged craft yesterday after being sighted byb e coast guard afnphibiafl.
 The youthful quartet get sail from nearby Dartmouth Sunday on c pleasure trip in Paiya's 1O.foot sail- 9oat. r4 ~
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-09-28
Big Italian Meeting
 Slated For Saturday
Parade to Precede Presentation of Speakers at Turn
 ers' HaIl-SciuIIO to Present Candidates

The North End is to be painted "red" next Saturday night Plans completed today by Democratic leaders of that section for what promises to be the biggest parade in the history of the North End This will be followed by mammoth rally at Turner's hall Mayor Frank Hayes, Controller Daniel J. Leary and other members of the Democratic ticket will head the motor parade which will
 route taking in the entire north and northeast
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-09-28
Bus Petition
 Denied Today

Naugatuck, Sept. 28-(Spe. ciaD Word was received here thls afternoon that the Public Utilities Commission this mor- ming denied . request of the Connecticut Railway & Light ing Co. for . change of bus route. The company had re. Quested permission to have their busSeS cross Church street. Warden J. J. Sheridan and Borough Attorney Henry ,. Freeman opposed this at the meeting In Hartford this nor. ming.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-09-28
CONDITION POOR

st. AlbanS. Vt, Sept. 2S.-UP)-- The condition of Edmund DeScheneS. 50. vice-preSident and manager of the Central Vermont Railway, was reported livery poor today. He has been critically fl for several days.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-09-28
RY ELNrER Q, WALzER

((UMltod Rro8S Financial EdItOfI
 New York, Sept. 2S--(U.PJ -The stock market opened irregularly higher today in moderately active trading. Bonds were mixed. Cotton futures opened unchanged to 8 points higher. N
 American Telephone lost a point to l6l. Smaller declines were noted
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-09-28
TEN BOUND BOUT

New York, Sept. 29-(UP)-Na' than Mann of New Haven, Conn. and Arturo dodoy of Chile were matched today for . l0-round bout at the Hipprodrome on Oct 6.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-09-28

Mrs. Minnie MarinarO has been selected as chairman to direct the plans of the general arrangement committee for the annual dinner dance of the Italian SisterhoOd. The event will be held November 10 at Waverly Inn.
 At . meeting of the SlSterhOOd last evening a group voted tO CO., operate with the committee in charge of the annual Columbus Day parade scheduled for Oct. lO.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-09-28
PREgTDgNTg T1tAlN ARRTyEg

PHE6lDBNT"bT THAHN ARRIVES
 Bonneville, Ore. Sept. 2e--( (Up)-- PreMdent RocSeyelts gpeela1 train arrived here at $50 sim. PGT (9sa0 .. m EDT) today. sThe president vas scheduled to deliver afi address 9edicatlng the 1Oi 900. 900 PWAs pfo- Jcctf at 0:30 aa n. lPGT. 9lMeHn
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-09-28

Moscow, Russia. H banishlng aged automobiles from its streets.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-07-31

c. Is it true that most of the functions formerly carried on by the church have now been taken over by secular bodies7 If this tendency continues, will there Dc any place for the church in the future?
 A. Prof. Herbert II. Willett an- swers: There was c time when the church was the sole cuS- todian of the. morals as well as the religion of the people of the western world. Despite its i'm. perfections the church was the one instrument for the stabilization of society and the prevention Of It's moral collapse. It was the teachings of the Christion church which abolished feudalisn1. It gradually limited the autocratic power of kings. The growing re- sentiment of the world against die. tators is proof of the growth ot popular democratic sentiment tirl- der the leadership of Christian statesmen. Slavery has been re- ducOd to rare and sporadic in. stances. Piracy has been swept from the seas. Duelling has been placed under the ban in all civil. lzed lands. Social justice, tht rights of minorities, the protec- ton of woman and children in industry, the rising protest against war and the war system, and . score of other afneloriations of former barbarisins and inequitieS, are manifestations of the infiu- ence of Christianity upon the con- science and behavior of humanity. These are all the result of the teaching of the church which, with all It's limitations and de visions, Is the most potent of forces for the enlightenment and progress of the race.
 Something of this advance iS observed in the gradual transfer of functions which were wholly under the direction of the church in former centuries, to the state or society, in which instances the church has initiated the enter. prise, and still maintains an ac. tive interest nj It's administration. Such causes are those of educa- ton, public health, the care of the aged and of children, the provision of homes and security for the unprovided, and other i'm. portant ministries for which the church may well claim the credit of inception and a large measure of guidance.
 TSlere are still other functions which the churches in their pres- ent divided and inadeouate con.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-07-31
SCOUTS POSTAGE
 CIRCUS TOMORROW
Special Water Carnival to Follow Sawdust Ring
 Events at Camp Site

Many new and added attractions have been planned for the second annual circus at Camp Pershing, Mattatuck Council Boy Scout camp, 1t was announced at Scout head quarters today by David Babson, local executive. The circus will take place tomorrow afternoon and one of the largest crowds of visitors in the history of the camp is expected for the performance.
 Following the regular presenta- ton of acts in the "sawdust" ring a special water carnival and circus will be given for the visitors. Flam- ing divers will be the feature of this portion of the afternoons entertain ment.
 Assistant Scout Executive Henry Sandy" Donohue will be in charge of the circus, with waterfront direc- tor Frank Squires in charge of the aquatics. Special clown stunts will be directed by "Wally" Abel, former member of the Camp Pershing staff. All other events will be held under the direction of Charles Hoebel, ac- tivities director at the camp.
 Directions for reaching the camp were given out this morning at the Scout office as follows: From Water bury to Shelton, out of Shelton north on Howe avenue to Indian We'll Reservation road which leads directly to camp. The circus will start at three o'clock in the after noon.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-07-31
By VIM. E. 0ILRoY, D. D. Editor of Advance

With this lesson, the children of Israel have been released by Pharaoh, and have begun their long and troubled march to the promised land.
 The story that follows is one of the most remarkable in history The escape of the children of Israel from bondage and their quest of the promised land has been rich in It's symbolism for every age and people.
 The very language of this old Testament story becomes the Ian. guage used when we speak today of bondage and deliverance, of hopes and aspirations for better society
 The story illustrates the factors in progress and in the struggle for freedom that have been present at all times in history. Until recent ly, the dominant idea of our times has been that of progress, or what has been called "the march of mankind onward, upward, and for- ever."
 That notion of e sort of inev- itable progress of mankind, just ris- ing from stage to stage in a process of social evolution, is very allur- ing. But 1t has had e very real shock in the experiences of today, when we see nations that have shown great progress socially recoil- ing to autocracy and dictatorship, and when we see great progress along some lines utterly nullifled by the use of the very things of progress to defeat the higher ir1- terests of mankind.
 We have seen progress in science, for instance, aiding the work of war and violence, in inventing and improving more terrible instruments of destruction than mankind has ever known. We are coming to see more clearly that instead of inev- itable progress, there are factors in human nature and in human ex- perience which, if they are not un- der careful control and under moral and spiritual influence, produce dark reaction.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-07-31
George Rizlx

Yippee!
 At last the linen" are taking a proper place in the great election.
 It's been girls, girls, girls! First and second places in the Most Pop ular Baby Contest of The Democrat have been held by GIRLS!
 "Things will be different" said George Rizk, three and one-half years old, when asked today how 1t felt to be out in front by a good margin in the city-wide election. George, son of MT. and Mrs. Naim Rizk of 575 North Main street, IS putting up SOME FIGHT.
 Climbs to Lead
 He was second in place in the flrst-day returns, dropped to third yesterday, and now leads with 6,500 votes-COUNT THEM-6,500 votes, 2,0O0 ahead of two girl babies who are tied for second place today.
 Pretty Virginia Cossette, two and one-half years, daughter of MT. and Mrs. Philip Cossette of 636 Bank street, led yesterday with 4,500 votes. She is in second place to- day, tied with a newcomer.
 New Contender
 Introducing Ruth Ann Scannell, twenty-two months old, daughter of MT. and Mrs. M. J. Scannell ot 19 School street.
 Sure, I've just begun to fight" Miss Scannell told The Democrat today. My platformP Arragh, you men are all alike. I'm for a polit- ical campaign where the voters know their own minds and don't masquerade under alien colors. l call on all the intelligent voters of Waterbury to put a ScanneIl In first place in the Most Popular Baby Contest. Go on with you, now, and get me some mere votes. Will KISS make you get busy or Get away!"
 Ladies, gentlemen and other vot- CTS! You have just been listening to Mss Ruth Ann Scannell, School street colleen. Miss Scannell Is a "yes" and then, again, No" girl and we cannot be responsible for any ones accepting bribes in the form of kisses. However, If you like them smiling and blue-eyed and chubby Miss Scannell can fulfill your quail fications for the winner of the Most Popular Baby Contest"
 Election Thriving
 In more serious vein the election is humming. From the first three days of returns, it's anybody's fight and anybody's $1oo in cash and lov- ing cup, the first prize. Runners up will divide $100 in cash, loving cups, portraits of themselves.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-07-31
DOUGLAS GILMORE
 TO DIRECT DRAMA
Ceiling Zero to Be Given By GuilfOrd Players
 Monday

Ceiling Zero" pioneer avaition production which bareS the inside story of the airways, continues its successful run at the Chapel Play house in Guilford. Monday evening, under the direction of Douglas Gil- more.
 The entire action is laid in the heart of a huge metropolitan afr base and is filled with incidents which an audience seldom forgets.
 Heroism and hate, laughter and love, are thrown together in a stirr- ing plot which made the smash hit such a magnificent Broadway suc- cess. Included in the cast are: Jeanne Mann, Douglas Gilmore, Percy Helton, Jack Warren, Carl Goodman, Ray McGrath, MacPark- CT, Bette Goodrich, Julia Poliakov, Sally Brownback, Dick Pardee, Sam Elliott, Robert Gilfffen, Frank Adams, Reach Brown, Joseph Mar ra and fourteen extras.
 The curtain rises, nightly, Monday through Saturday, at 8:45, and each Wednesday afternoon at 2:30.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-07-31
Playground Activities
FULTON PARK

The Fulton park girls volley ball team won in straight games over the Division street outfit last eve- ming at the Fulton court by scores of l5-6, l5-9. The contests were mildly exciting but at no time did the Division street team ever get control of the situation.
 The members of the winning team were: Marie Santora, Louise Genovese, Anna Genovese, Ann Martinelli, Josephine Genevose, Kay Santora, Mary Longo, Mary Assiff, Mary Stolfl. Fulton park girls will play their next game at Chase park.
 The Fulton park playground baseball schedule for next week follows: Monday--9 a. m., Junior Knights vs. Diamonds; 10':30 a. nl., Cracker Hills Vs. Trojans; 3 p. rln., Fulton vs. Fairmounts Cat Water ville); 4 p. In., Bulldogs vs. Cru saders. Tuesday--9 @. m., Tabs Midgets vs. Tommies; 1o:30 8. rn., Junior Knights vs. Tabs; 3 p. n1.. Trojans vs. Diamonds; p. m, Vi- Ru-Cats vs. Oakville Bulldogs. Wednesday-9 a. m., Silver Stars vs. N. E. Indians; 10:30, Junior Knights vs.. Cracker Hills; 2 p. m, Town Plot vs. Fulton Cat Fulton) {; 4 D. m, Crusaders vs. Diamonds. Thursday-9 a. m, Trojan Midget vs. Simsbury Rangers; 10:30 a. rl., Junior Knights vs. Trojans; 2 p. il., Vi-Ru-Cats vs. Diamonds; p. m,, Cracker Hills vs. Oakville Bull- dogs. Friday-9 a. m, Tabs vs. Oakville Bulldogs; 10:S0 a. m, Tro- jans vs. Crusaders; 2 p. m, Wash ington V. Fulton Cat Fulton); 4 D. m, Cracker Hills vs. Diamonds.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-07-31
Musical Show Given
 By Playground Tots
Betty O'Rourke Directs Clever Presentation Last Evening-Mrs. R. Taylor Entertains Pinochle Club
W AT RVILLE
Mrs R. W. Henion-l7se Thomaston Ave-TeL s-5a62

avenue entertained the members of her pinochle club at her home yes. terday afternoon. Mrs. Alfred Earn lof and Mrs. Frederick Book were unable to attend, consequently only six ladies played. They were: Mrs. Ralph Richardson, Mrs. William Westwood, Mrs. George Horn- becker, Mrs. Benjamin Johnson, Mrs. E. Wightman and Mrs. Rob- ert Taylor. A luncheon was served and the prizes were won by Mrs Westwood, first and Mrs. Horn- becker, second.
 Eddie Gluse's Waterville Play ground nine defeated the Town Plot playground aggregation yester- day afternoon at the Waterville dia- mond in an exciting game by score of 13-11. The Town Plot boys extended the vile nine almost to the limit by pushing the game to 10 innings.
 For Waterville, the playing of Stew" Stewart, Johnny" Moore and "Tex" Ricard stood out, eacf, getting hits.
 For Town Plot, Mazzi and Ma lario featured, each getting hits apiece.
 Score By Innings