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Imperial Valley press., 1937-02-22
FOUR TO SERVE
30-DAY SENTENCES

Four federal prisoners were in
stalled at the Imperial county jail
Friday to serve 30-day sentences
for violation of immigration laws.
Imperial Valley press., 1937-02-22

way patrolmen said the Mexican
ignored boulevard stop, drove in
front of the other machine, forcing
it to the dirt shoulder on the OPP
posite side of the highway where
the collision occurred.
Imperial Valley press., 1937-02-22
CALIPATRIA


McNeely left for New York Sum-
day. From there she will sail for
Panama with her son and wife,
Captain and Mrs. Ben Jacobs,
where Captain Jacobs will be sta
toned for the next two years.
Mrs. Hobart ziegler has been
seriously i'll for several days and
Is at the hospital in Brawley.
w. E. Young and son, Billy, are
quite i'll at their home northeast
of Calipatria.
Mrs. Albert Pond and two chill
dren are in San Bernardino this
week visiting Ponds brother and
family, Mr.. and Mrs. A. Pond.
Lions and their wives were en-
tertained Wednesday at the high
school with Thrift luncheon.
The meal was prepared by men,
bers of the home economies class
under the supervision of Mrs. Ed
die Rademacher. Mrs. Arthur Will
liams' music class furnished the
music for the occasion. Miss Maur-
Inc Pemberton of Brawley enter
tanned with an account of her trip
to Japan last summer. Some OF
the high school students acted as
guides to show the visitors thru
the building.
At the meeting of the Ladies
Aid Thursday, it was decided tc
hold a food sale Saturday Febru.
ary 81, according to Mrs. j. j
Farmer, president. The entertain
ment was furnished by Miss Eliza
beth Detweiler, who brought 8
group OF Mexican pupils from Bo-
nita school, among them theil
popular harmonica band. Rever.
and Charles Baldwin, the new
minister, conducted devotional ex-
ercises. Refreshments were served
at the close of the meeting.
II. J. Ingram, treasurer of the
local Red Cross sent a check FOL
$343 to. the. National Red Cross
headquarters this week which
represents the donations of Cali
patrians to the flood relief fund.
Volunteer Firemen and the Auxi-
liary held a meeting at the city
hall Tuesday evening. The womer
played bridge while the men were
at fire drill. The men Joined The
women for. refreshments at the
close of the meeting. The hostess
was Mrs. Dulcie Shuts.
L. A. Lemke, a former resident
of Imperial Valley, and now liv-
ing in Placentia was a visitor
here this week.
Mrs. Wallace Mcdonald who
was recently operated on for ap,
pendicitis, is able to be UP mos
of the time. She is convaleScinf
at the home of McDonalds moth
cr, Mrs. Grace Mcdonald.
| 90
Mr.. and Mrs. E. L. Hitemar
were surprised Tuesday when theiI
son and wife, Mr.. and Mis-. G. G
Montgomery with their young son
Michael Bruce, came to make {
short visit. Michael Bruce is thu
first and only grandchild OF tn
Hitemans. They expect to return
to their home in Ventura soon.
| Another progressive luncneon TO
the Woman's club was given re
Gently by Mrs. w. J. Young. He
guests were Mrs. ]. G.. Writ, Mrs
Harrison Martin, Mrs. John Smoot
q
Imperial Valley press., 1937-02-22

Kathleen Wagner Lewis cordially
invites all her friends to the Mary
Anne Beauty Shop where she is an
operator, Sic Main, Phone 104.
(F22)
Imperial Valley press., 1937-02-22

Divorce Complaint Filed-A di-
vorce complaint was filed In SUI
perior court Saturday by Eliza
beth Murray, who seeks divorce
from Eugene v. Murray on the
grounds Of desertion. The couple
married in Oklahoma City. Aug.
%, 1882, and separated Jan. 1, 1885.
They have one minor child.
Imperial Valley press., 1937-02-22

Another progressive luncneon for
the Woman's club was given re-
Gently by Mrs. w. j. Young. Her
guests were Mrs. j. q. Writ, Mrs,
Harrison Martin, Mrs. John Smoot.
and Miss Grace Writ.
Imperial Valley press., 1937-02-22

90
Given Traffic Citation - Rafael
Garcia was given ticket for reck-
less driving and having an incor-
rect operators license after COL
llsion between a car he was driving
and one driven by Deputy Sheriff
Frank Raney on the Holtville high
way late Friday. California High
Imperial Valley press., 1937-02-22

Drunk Driver Arrested-R. Ru-
bio, 10, was arrested in Ell Centro
Friday night and charged with
drunk driving. Officers said he
drove along Fourth street from
the south city limits to Olive
without lights. He failed to pass
a sobriety test, according to Of
ficerS.
90
Louisiana Frog Legs--OySters on
half shell--at the Trocadero. D22
90
Obtain Permit - Haas Baruch
company obtained building per-
nit Friday to repair, remodel and
extend construction at the COM
pany garage in East Ell Centr09Arhe
cost was estimated at 500.
Imperial Valley press., 1937-02-22

The Trocadero for your evenings
entertainment. (J28tf)
Imperial Valley press., 1937-02-22
Now the Don Room for your steak
dinners. Trocadero. J28tf

Sent to Jail-Furdan Singh, So
year-old Holtville Hindu, pleaded
guilty to being drunk and Judge
Lee Nuffer sent him to jail for
five days. Sentence was passed In
Ell Centre police court Saturday.
Imperial Valley press., 1937-02-22
Nelson Studio. s2s Main. Phone 1871

90 (NT
Intend to Wed--Notice of inten-
ton to wed was filed with the
county clerk Saturday by Victor F.
Palacio, 20, and Margaret Erque-
aga, %, Calexico residents.
Imperial Valley press., 1937-02-22

Mr.. and Mrs. E. L. Hiteman
were surprised Tuesday when their
son and wife, Mr.. and Mis-. G. G.
Montgomery with their young son.
Michael Bruce, came to make q
short visit. Michael Bruce is the
first and only grandchild of the
Hitemans. They expect to return
to their home In Ventura soon.
Imperial Valley press., 1937-02-22

II. J. Ingram, treasurer of the
local Red Cross sent a check for
$343 to. the. National Red Cross
headquarters this week which
represents the donations of Call
patrians to the flood relief fund.
Imperial Valley press., 1937-02-22

Mrs. Albert Pond and two chill
dren are in San Bernardino this
week visiting Ponds brother and
family, Mr.. and Mrs. A. Pond.
Imperial Valley press., 1937-02-22

Mrs. Wallace Mcdonald who
was recently operated on for ap-
pendicitis, is able to be UP most
of the time. She is convalescing
at the home of McDonalds moth.
cr, Mrs. Grace Mcdonald.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-12-16
VARIETY PROGRAM
 PLEACES AUDIENCE
Ralph c. Marlani, ViOIinist Featured in First Meth-
 Odist Church Offering

An appreciative audience filled the Sunday school auditorium of the First Methodist Church last night for the purpose of attending the annual variety show given under the auspices of the church societies A feature of the general program was the appearance of violinist Ralph c. Mariani, a native of this city who is enjoying wide reputa- ton built on the strength of past concerts. Mir. Mariani is the son oi MT. and Mrs. Lamberto Mariani ot Hill street.
 The program also included the dramatic players of the Junior Re- public at Litchfield who reviewed some of the program of the institu- ton and its purpose. Other acts in- cluded several dancing pupils of Miss Regina Leonard, Fritz Klambt and the Naugatuck "" tumblers Clarence Fisher and his Marimba band, The Knox Brothers, The Bun- ker Hill band, Walter Forest and Howard Tracy.
 Included on the committee in charge were Rollin Powell, MT. and Mrs. Harold Wright, Charles Platt William Blair and George w. Bel. cher.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-12-16
TALENTED ACTRESS
 TEACHERS GUEST
Blanche Yurka Give s Splendid Interpretations
 of Known Characters

Portraying characters from a number Of plays in which she ap- peared, Blanche Yurka, information ally known actress, entertained an audience of 800 people in . two hour program at wilby High school auditorium last night. The appear ance of Miss Yurka was sponsored by the Waterbury Teachers assocla- ton, Miss Yurka was introduced by John Kinney of the Crosby high school faculty.
 Works of IbSen, Shaw, Anderson and Dickens were characterized. Tn each instance Miss Yurka appeared in sketches from the plays, playing the character taken by her in actual presentation of the plays.
 As Madam DeFarge, tks revolu. tionist in "The Tale of Two Cities" Miss Yurka greatly pleased the audience. She also took the. part of "Madga," the girl in IbsenS play of the same name.
 The highlight of the program, however, was Miss Yurkas inter- pretation of the character of Lady Kitty, from '"rhe circle" Tn direct contrast to this characterization she then switched to George Ber- hard Shaw's Candida" Tn highly dramatic fashion queen Elizabeth of Maxwell Anderson's famous play, in the person of Miss Yurka, than appeared on the stage.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-12-16
CHURCH TO REPEAT
 PLAY BY DICKENS
Second Church Cast In Splendid Presentation
 of Christmas Carol

"The Christmas Carol" by Charles Dickens, depicting principally the regeneration of old Scrooge, the miser, In time to take his part ir the general unseltish spirit oi Christmas day, was presented last night by members of the parish oi Second Congregational Church al Davenport hall, and will be repeated tonight and tomorrow night, with admission by tickets obtainahle at the church office. The vivid char. acterization of Old Scrooge was giv. en by Charles IT. Sutherland, also director of the performance, with excellent portrayals of the roles oi Tiny Tim and Bob Cratchit.
 Associate director of tho play k Rev. John R. Coombs, so-pastor oi the church, and others of the cast of 90 with principal roles are:
 Richard Steenrod as Fred; Mrs Irving 0. Spears and Mrs. Henry Donohue aS mission lassies; Mrs John 0. Walker as the ghost; and Miss Eleanor Webster, Mrs. William II. Russell, and Mrs. Warren Crane,
 Silver offerings arc taken each night tho proceeds of which will be used for charity.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-12-16
That Garbo -Wyler Romance
 Shows How RumOrs Co., Around
Director Started the Story Gag Movies Plugged. Ugly Machine Guns Ready Robert MongOmery's Scar Garage

can be hired, at any price,
 For several days . Warner Brothers camera crew stood ready to photograph that expected land' slide In Los Angeles Elysiaf Park. If 1t had justified predic. tions, the slide would have played a part in "Qold Is Where Yov Find It." on epic of on carly day epoch.
 Based on the much-publici2et but unexciting "gangster invasion of Hollywood, press agents have made much of police precautions to guard machine guns used ir pictures. Fact Is that these guns would blow up and kill anybody who tried to fire actual bullets The barrels are partly plugged tc provide recoil for the ejecting and reloading mechanism.
 Changed Ills Title
 After hanging around Holly wood for more than . year.. first under contract to- Metro, now to Paramount--the Earl of War. wick finally has Q screen role, He's Inspector John Barrytnore's secretary In Bulldog Drui1tnond fnterfereS." Screen name of the titled Elnglishman Is Michael Brooke, but Director James Hogan just calls him "kid."
 Robert Montgomery's new home has an eight.car garage. Claire Dodd owns q pale green piano with pink and brown keys. Do. lores Dol Rio occupies Star Drcs- sing Room No. at 20th.Fox Eight yodelerS are yelling for tho assignment as tho screen voice of TarZan. Harriett Hilliard, wife of oSzie Nelson, has torn up her RKo contract.
 Executives at Alice Faye's
 studio are worried because she's
 telling friends she'd like to Do
 . mama.
 A strenuous assignment ia awaiting Robert Taylor's return from England. Studio wants to erase the "pretty boy" stigma that's threatening his popularity, 50 hell be tossed Into dirt and tatters, also prison, for c film, about the BoerS in Africa.
 
 There's a chance that Taylor may be Norma ehcarer's leading man in Marie Antoinette," but Tyrone Power is . more likely choice. Fox would like to trade Power for Clarke Gable. whom t needs for "Hudsons' Bay Com- pany," to be filmed in Canada.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-12-16
CHRISTMAS PLAY
 WELL PRESENTED
Young Peoples Society Entertain at Annual Yule.
 tide 0et.Together

The Young Peoples Society of st, Johns Church scored last night with their presentation of "Yuletide at the Court of King Arthur" Q holiday play depicting sixth century Christmas in England. The stage attraction was well received by . large attendance.
 The group in charge of the play included Alvin Wooster as musical director and Mrs. Clement Welsh, wifo of.the curate, as dramatic di- rector. Others on the staff were: Stage manager, Oscar Normand; {; properties, Wilbur Duxbury; cos- tunes, Geraldine McNary; program, Ruth Logue; lighting, Howard par- sons; tickets, Robert parso1s;' pub- licity, Edward Molin.
 A large cast was headed by Ger trude McNary as solda. Others in tho cast were: The Palmer, Edgar Farnlof; King Arthur, Lester ehep- ard: queen Qutnevere, Dorothy Schaeifer; Melladus, Wilbur Dux. bury; ladies of tho court, Lynctte Bowen, Dorothy Clarke, Helen Gel guadh, Barbara Holman, Grace Holman, Clara Shepard; knights, Edward Adams, Robert Keidel, Rob. ert Parsons, Edward schoek, Joseph Treat; pages, Geraldine HeInlock. Helen Koliss, Elizabeth Molin, Vir- ginia sperring; Holda's niaidens, Mary Baker, Sally Barnuii, Marion Cowell, Constance DeBarba, Ruth Logue, Dorothy Oldershaw; Yule log bearers, Earl Darlington, James Marshall, Robert Ncale. Harold stauer; servant, Edward Molin;
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-12-16

Give #. Once again 1t is urged upon those who can to contribute generously to the poor and needy o Ie ctv dmrng inc Christmas season. The Diocesan Bu- rea appeal has been sent out and this and other such worthy agencies arc deserving of your donations small or big At all times the poor arc deserving or the gen croStv of those more fortunate but especially at the Christmas season is 1t urged to distribute some of ones
 means for the less fortunate. The quoted words of the diocesan directors letter respond as your heart dc to some other person. It is an appeal to YOU; you meaning every one who can spare a small donation which will materially assist and make happy those m drab surroundings and without the bare necessities Of living. Give, If you can!
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-12-16
STATE

That diSzy.datfy comedy with music Merry .Qo.R Round Of 1038" heads the currcnt show nt Warner Brothero' State thcater with Bert Lahr, Jimmy Savo, Mischa Auer and Billy House making their screen debut as q comedy four some. Lahr, Savo and House have often appeared in this town during their long and merry ca- reers aS vaudeville trouperS, but this is tho first time they have appeared here together In movie form, but 1t won't bc thelast time judging from tho way the folks have been guffawing oil through the run of the picture. For those who haven't seen the film as yet, Merry Go- Round of 1038" is q movie with oil kinds Of comedy from high to slapstick, tunes by Jimmy McHugh and Harold Adamson who have written some of the catchiest screen scores in recent movie memory, Joy Hodges, attractive Hollywood newcomer 10 sing them and John King to make love to Joy. Alice Brady, Louise Fazenda and Barbara Read are among the important players.
 The companion feature is "The Lady Fights Back" an adventure drama of the north woods country with c generous sprinkling of com- edy dispensed by Irene Hervey and Kent Taylor.
 "Its Love I'm After" c Warner Bros. comedy-drama c0-staring Leslie Howard and Bette Davis and featuring olivia deIiavillatd, Patric Knowles. Eric Bloro and others, will head the new show opening ct the State oil Saturday.
 The companion feature will be Zane orey's "The Thunder Trail" with Charles Bickford and Gilbert Rowland heading Q big cast of play- CTS.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-12-16
Na,v a flron to drink.

Nary drop to drink. Now comes the story ora oi collector who has never taken drink of liquor ana Who has hobby of collecting liquors from all over he Woilo Miss Harrett Buckspan of Dallas Texas has colecton of liquors that range from the Ng ka Py of te of the American Sample bottles have come from almost every country in the world where liquor is made @ From @ hrds elephants and other animals filled with many col cred ouors of every description There is not country missing nor a liquor Some of the liquor IS 5o years old Miss Buckspan said "Of course, wouldn't think of opening one of the bottles"
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-12-16

Collected Nick Siani and Nick Zappone bring me the startling that last Friday they robin which means that winter is either on it's way in or out take 1t as you like it. Mr. and Mrs. Michael D'Amico are in line for congrats their first baby arriving at the Waterbury Hospital the weekend Mike was quite busy Monday passing out cigars down at the American Brass . Captain c. Harry Carlsen, Standard oil com- pany tanker captain and native Waterburian who was reported killed in the recent Japanese bombings had sailed around the world three times. This Is bad weather for frozen street hydants and the boys down at the city yards are stepping lively to keep them thawed out. When an inspector detects one, trouble crew is :iQht on the job in a jiffy.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-12-16

3reathers. Jules Barberet, Oakvilles dapper bachelor will soon join the ranks of the benedicts He always believed two could live as cheaply One why disilIusion him. Evelyn Racenet, clever forward of the Woodbury High School girls combine, has been season games fans believe she will be the outstanding female basketeer fin scholastic circles this year. Enes GemelIi, Bernice Simpson and Ray Green com. High School reunion tonight at the New City Y It will De semi.fOrnaI affair with the Blue Knights furnish ing the orchestral rhythms Kcvin Fitzpatrick of 52 Ganey Place deserves orchids for his generous tinfe contribution to the Tower. It neat bundle Kevin and we're deeply grateful
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-12-16
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sY THE MAN IN THE TOWER

What are onions without a sirloin steak! what Is frosting unaccompanied by cake? What Is corned beef without little cannage' What Is a cruise without lot of baggageY What is Christmas without It's tinse ana nalls' or Niagara without It's waterfalSP What is Winter without some ice and snow, What Is a restaurant without a good floor snowT What is a nobleman without an equerry' or Manhattan cocktail without cherryF what Is Ed Wynn minus his laugh, Bernie or Winchell without bit Of chahP What are artichokes without heaps ot nutter' A set of golf clubs without little butter? o what are ladies styles without a frequent minKT What is kitchen without little sink? o What is museum without an occasional mummy or Edgar Bergen without his well-known ouhhyf what is beer without @ little foam, .o or for that matter column without It's little pomeP
 FEM. EM
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-12-16
BY PAUL HARRISON

NEA Service Staff Correspondent
 Hollywood--short takes: They tell 1t for a fact that 0 certain minor actress accepted the proposal of Q screen executive only on the condi- ton that he set aside, in trust, Q generous sum for 0 future divorce settlement.
 Sensation of gossip circles has
 been the report that Director VII.
 liam Wyler and 0reta 0arbo are
 romancing. Wyler himself has
 been enjoying the fiction most, for
 he started 1t as Q joko and to
 show how rumors get around.
 The Oreat.a darbo attended the preview of "Tovarich" unnoticod by fans. Sho was not yelled In secrecy or cloaked in anonymity; Just arrived without fuss and was accompanied by another woman, probably one of hef servants.
 Claude Rains dyed his own hair red for the role of Prince John in Robin Hood" Basil Rathbone, In the same picture, sot his false beard afire while lighting Q cigaret. Production was delayed 20 minutes while the devastated area was rebuilt.
 Double troubles
 Sonia Henic has been injured twice during the filming of the picture which is ironically titled Happy Landing" First timo was In making an entrance down q long, steep slide; second time was In executing jump.turn- -Ritl. stop close to tho camera. She's tho only star for whom no double
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-12-16
STRAND

Shirley Temple in "iIeidi"l The picture all America has been ac- claiming is to be enjoyed today, to- morrow and Saturday at Warner yrotherS Strand theater where t heads q splendid double feature program.
 Heidi" brings q Shirley Temple more glorious than has ever been known, in the picture She was asked to make by thousands Of fans who
 wrote to the Twentieth Century, Fox studios. Bringing love to hearts filled with hate, and twinkle 10 eyes filled with tears, "ieldI" tells of an cmbIttered Jnountainstop ex. He, brilliantly portrayed by Jean HershoIt reclaimed from bis fierce hatred Of the world. Of a young girl who finds the strength and couTs
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-12-16

Editor Tall Tower Topics In connection With the ceebraton of the Tecenenary of the Church and Colony the First Church of Christ in New Haven is pre- pairing an exhibit of It's records documents pictures and other material The Committee the Historical EX- hibt will sincerely appreciate the loan or donation of any material pertaining to the history Of the First Church and Society and the cooperation of any persons Wo have such material Is earnestly desired They asked to communicate with the First Church Committee on the Historical Exhibit 3l1 Temple Street, New Haven, Conn material hidden away in family archives, etc., no only in New Haven but in the surrounding towns and the First Church would deeply appreciate the help of your valued Journal in giving publicity to this request Very sincerely yours Oscar E. Maurer, Pastor of the First Church.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-12-16

De gustibus, Tastes may vary and tastes may hocowe exnensive but American tastes in liquor stlll run to whskey So the statistics prove S6'S per cent of distilled spirits made in the last fiscal year was whiskey Miscellaneous spirits fell into second place What they are we don't know But we do know the third place occupant and it's surprising TOT wncG think that thered be brandy made and sold than gin. Yet, that's just what occurred, production ID the former running 5OOO,OOO gallons mOre''
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-12-16
RIVIERA or ROMANS FOUND

Cairo--(UP)-sir Flinders Petrie. 00-year-old archaeologist has un- covered the site of Anthedon, once a thriving summer resort In the southwest corner of the Meditter- ranean. Anthedon, whose name means "Flower of Delights" was Q riviera for the Idle rich during tho Roman occupation.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-12-16
SOUTH SEA BOOKS DONATED

Pacific Grove, Cal.--tUP)-The i200-hook collection of South Sea Hand works owned by Albert Scale, director of the Steinhart aquarium, San Francisco, will be donated to tho city library here upon com- pletion of new shelves, tho library board announced.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-12-16

Georgie Jones, starting his 18th winter has joined the crack St. Anns Hockey team rated of the best came to this town from Toronto Ontario, where he played professional hockey with the famous Toronto Maple Leaf Juniors He weighs 165 pounds and his ia. yoritc post is left wing. Manager, Maurice Rberdy feels his team will go through the season with per. feet record after watching Jones go through his with the Frenchies who this year will have their own Johnny Devito and is making his home with his uncle at 195 North Main Street.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-12-16
DINERs ROUTED IN STRIKE

Cleveland = (U.P) = Vandais tossed c jar of stench fluid ct pick. cts parading in front of c restau- rant, sending diners scurrying from their evening meals,
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-12-16

Annually, moro than 100000 100000 tons of mud arc carried into the Gulf of Mexico by tho Mississippi river,
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-12-16
] . BEHIND THE SCENES
 WASHINGTON
l-W RODNEY OUTCH6R Democrat Washington
 Correspondent

Questions Raised by Busi- ness Slump Find No Ready Answers by Con- servatives or Progress sives; Both Seem to Have Lost Faith in Pet Remedies; Outlook Is Peggy.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-12-16

The United States Department of Agriculture estimates the yearly damage done by insects at aboat 12O00, ,000, ,00O.