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The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-07-08

Fl Paso, Tex, July 8.-(UP)-Two coast guardmen. who set out in a plane to search for missing party of scientific adventurers on the Col orado river near Lees Ferry, Ariz., reported to their commander today that they had communicated with the group and that all were safe. The men, R. W. Fendlay and J. L. Riggs, took of yesterday with three messages which they planned to drop if they sighted the party. They telegraphed their commander here, Lieut.. Perry s. Lyons, that they had found the explorers 20 miles east of Lees Ferry, encamped on small island in the river.
 They dropped the messages. The first said: If you are the scientific party from the University of Michi- gan, all lie down, please" The six persons responded affirmatively. The second message was then dropped. It read: "If everybody is OK. please raise arms to horizontal position" ]" Those on the island raised their arms. The third message said: "If need food. everybody sit down. No one sat down.
 The coast guard flyers said that they distinguished two women and four men, and that nearby were the three small boats in which the
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-07-08
Reported Community
 House "In The Red" Park Board Pessimistc Over Making Investment Self.
 Sustaining Corps to Compete
WASHINGTON HILL

The pride of Washington Hill, its Community house, was termed an expense account to the city at yes- terday'S meeting of the board of finance. A report from the park park board said, Tt is not now, never has been and never will be self-suS- taining"
 Following the meeting an in- formal discussion of ways and means to realize revenue from the project was conducted but no definite con- clusions or plans were arrived at. The monthly report filed yesterday showed present deficit of $500.
 Unpaid insurance premiums on the building caused it to become the topic of, discussion. The park board reported that the premiums have been unpaid for year because there was no appropriation in this years or last years budget for that purpose No appropriations were made because it was expected that the building would be self-sustain- ing. Bonds issued to construct the building carried that presumption.
 The insurance premiums, amount ing to $285 were voted to be paid, on motion of Commissioners John Goss that the funds be taken from the surplus resource sinking fund. The premiums due this year will be paid by a transfer of funds within the park department.
 The report of the Hamilton park pavilion showed balance of $742 and the municipal golf course bal ance of $165.
 Previously, the park board had been asked if it objected to the transfer of $5,0O0 from the WPA projects at Fulton park and the golf course to the completion of the ath- letic field. The park board showed no objection, but on motion of Con- missioner Goss the clerk was ordered to inform them that the finance board would only agree to carry on WPA jobs as far as the city is financially able to.
 Drum Corps
 The Washington Park Fife and Drum Corps will participate in a competition at East Berlin tomor- row. Numerous compliments have
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-07-08
SMITH ATTENDS
 Z = BRIDGE FARLEY
Proposed AnsOnia Project
 Discussed With Mayors 7 and Engineer

Congressman J. Joseph Smith oi this city, Mayor Andrew F. Nolan of Ansonia, and Mayor George P Sullivan of Derby enjoyed a confer ence in Derby yesterday regarding the erection of new bridge over the nTaugatuck river on the Division street town line in Ansonia to re- place the present wooden span there which recently was condemned ano closed to traffic.
 Plarls for the proposed project were outlined by Vincent B. Clarke city engineer of Derby and Ansonia who attended the meeting. A con- ference with State Highway Com missioner Cox will be sought short. ly to talk over the plans for the proposed bridge and an elevated via duct over the railroad tracks or Division street.
 Tentative bridge and viaduct plan. call for an estimated outlay of $112,. GOO and part of the funds will bt sought in a PWA grant. Ansonie and Derby will share equally in the cost.
 Many resolutions approving tho bridge have been adopted by the aldermen. of both towns. Int bridge has been closed since fire par. tially destroyed it last fall.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-07-08
City Seeking Federal Aid For Local Work Projects Valued At s, 800 ,OOO

the paving projects are available or will be available through the sale of bonds authorized but not yet sold.
 Mayor Hayes said that action or the PWA projects was necessary quickly, stating that he had con- ferred yesterday with state PWA officials and they had advised ear ly submission of applications for grants.
 Commissioner John H. Goss said that the city could not act with any assurance on the pipe line and reservoir projects, but Mayor Hayes replied that even if the applications are granted the city is not obliged to carry out the projects. Commis- sioner Major Judge said he felt that the work would have to be done sometime, and that if il could be done with a saving tc the city of $l 900, 900, then so much the better.
 The board then voted to recom- mend to the board of aldermen immediate passage of votes author izing the mayor to apply for the PWA grants for the Mad River sewer, the paving projects, and the proposed pipe line and reservoir.
 The sum of $19,524.83, collected during May on back taxes and as- sessments, was voted turned over to the surplus resource sinking fund.
 Bank Balance
 The city had balance of $1,132,- 99l. 40 in the bank on July 1, the city treasurer reported. Of this, a total of $635,000 is in the bond fund.
 The Washington Park Commun- ity house reported deficit of $1916.- 63, as of July 5. The Hamilton Park pavilion reported balance oi $742.56. The municipal golf course reported balance of $l65.65.
 Tax Attorney George R. Gull. foile reported that collections ir June amounted to $l1,8l3.
 The park department reported that insurance premiums of $285. O. on the Washington Park Commun. ity house are unpaid and that there are no funds to pay them. The fl. nance board voted to recommend budget item transfer to make tn, payments.
 Qovarol otters tro y,cfarc nc r,,.> -l for various departments were rec. commended.
 Charter Revisions
 Corporation Counsel Charles s O'Connor and City Clerk John P Fitzmaurice reported that list O. charter revisions is now being com. piled and will be given to the fl. nance commissioners soon.
 The board instructed ControlleI Sherwood L. Rowland to study tn, hourly rates paid by the street de partment for the use of equipmen and the means used to check tn, time the equipment is in service.
 Commissioner Goss, who mad, the motion, said he did not intene 1t as any criticism of the street de. partment or Supt. Thomas Elem. ing, but felt that the board should know about the checking of tim, and the reasonableness of tn, rates paid.
 Equipment Owners
 The board of works submitted list of equipment owners who's trucks and compressors are used b the street department, and also list of the hourly rates paid. It re ported that MT. Fleming had beer instructed to make only writer contracts for equipment hire in thu future.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-07-08

Mayor Frank Hayes will next week submit applications to PWA authorities for local projects cost ing an estimated $3,500,000. The proposed projects were approved yesterday by the board of finance, and only approval by the aldermen at their meeting Monday night is necessary before the applications are submitted to Washington. The federal government will contribute 45 per cent of the total cost with the city paying the remaining 55 per cent.
 Only two of the projects, costing total of slightly more than 1,000,- 900 are definitely planned, the city reserving its right to withdraw ap- plications for the other $2,5O0 900 worth of projects.
 Mad River Sewer
 Definitely planned, subject to PWA approval, are the construc- tion of an interceptory sewer along the Mad River at cost of $500,- 900, and six paving projects, cost ing $525, 900.
 The Mad River sewer, to be 8,100 feet in length, will cost the city $275,0O0, with the government con- tributing grant of $225,0 The sewer will furnish an outlet for many new sewers which have been completed, are being built, or are planned.
 Paving projects listed are as fol- lows: Watertown avenue, total cost $l18,000; Bank street, from Gen. ter street to Porter street, total cost, $178,500; South Main street, from Lounsbury street to the Mad River, total cost, $15,500; East Main street, $69,OO0; West Main street, from Exchange place to Wa tertown avenue, total cost, 78,0O0; North Main street, from Exchange Place to Grove street, total cost, $60,000. The government will con-
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-07-08
JIM ROOSEVELT
 TO GIVE ANSWER

Rochester Minn. July 3 - (U.P) James Roosevelt, the president $ eldest son and secretary, was ex- pected to confer today with staff writers from Golfers and Ken mag aZines.
 Walter Davenport of Golfers and John Spivak of Ken said they had appointments with Roosevelt. They said they were preparing articles that would rebutt a recent article in the Saturday Evening Post whici, said Roosevelt's commissions from insurance sales would make him one of Americas richest men in six years. The article, entitled Jim. my's Got It." was written by Ava Johnston. Roosevelt is being treated at Mayo clinic hospital for a stomach ulcer. He is expected to be dismissed soon.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-07-08
CZECH PREMIER GIVES WARNING

Prague, Czechoslovakia, July B. ,(UP)-Premier Milan Hodza has informed leaders of Czech coalition parties that he intends to pass the minority statute through parliament before August 20 whether the Sudeten German minority party ap- proves it or not, it was reported today
 - This decision, which might deter mine the fate of Czechoslovakia, was taken by Hodza after visits from the British and French ministers. who insisted that the minority prob- lem must be settled speedily, in- formants said.
 Complete details of the minorities statute have not been made public, but it was known that in general the government planned to grant local autonomy to the regions where the Sudeten Germans predominate, but not to separate them from the Czechoslovak republic. The central government would retain control in all matters of defense and foreign policy.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-07-08
Woman Injured
State police today were

State police today were in- vestigating the circumsten nces surrounding injuries suffered last night by Mrs. Helen Crane, 59, of 527 Meriden road. State Trooper Harry Ritchie of Bea- con Falls found her lying in- jured alolg the roadside on the old Litchfield turnpike, Beth any.
 Taken to St. Mary's hospital in this city, Mrs. Crane was found to have suffered a pos sible hip fracture and a severe confusion.
 It was not known whether she had been struck by a hit-and- run driver or had falleE from an automobile.
 At the state police barracks today 1t was stated that no ex- planation was offered by Mrs. Crane.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-07-08
New Editor

John P. Shea, organizer of the Waterbury Taxpayers and Rent payers Club announced today that he is planning to publish a monthly newspaper, for the pur- pose of promulgatipg current news of the activities of the muni- cipal boards and organizations.
 He said that he intends to have a meeting within couple of weeks at his home for the purpose of laying definite plans.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-07-08
Pays Doctor

John Berardis, AZ, of 98 Pearl street, who was arrested last week for violating city ordi- nance by selling fireworks, was given suspended sentence in city court today. Judge T. E. Conway was informed that Ber- ardis had paid the medical bills of a girl who suffered an eye in- jury when a firecracker sold at Berardis' store exploded near her face.
 Three youngsters who ad- mitted throwing the firecracker are having their cases disposed of in juvenile court.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-07-08
Plan Convention

Preliminary plans for the national convention of the Italian American World War Veterans here Septem- Der 2, and 4, will be made Satur- day at a meeting of the general committee, 1t was announced at a meeting of Florio Post, in Liberty hall last night.
 Representatives of all local Ital- Ian organizations and leading Ital- ian citizens will serve on the com mittee, of which Commander Mich ael Giordano has been named gen. eral chairman. Members of Florio Post will attend the state conven- tion in Meriden August 2l and 22.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-07-08
BRITAIN ORDERS
 MANY AIRPLANES

London, July 8.-(UP)-The air ministry has placed the largest or. der ever made by any country for military flying boats, 1t was re- ported today. Informants said that the order amounted to many mill lions of pounds, apart from en- zines, accessories and equipment may cost $5,000,000.
 Details were not available as to the number of planes ordered. The planes were said to be Short-Sun- derlands,, which ar heavily armed, have four motors and embody much equipment whose nature IS secret. It was reported that increased Dominion cooperation in air re- armament was imminent. In addi- ton to Canada's offer to provide
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-07-08
Chickens Stolen

Theft of 10 chickens from the Washington chicken market, 331 South Main street, was reported today by Patrolman John Car mody. Loss of the chickens was discovered this morning.
 A carton of cigarettes was stolen in a burglary last night at the Kozy Corner, 365 Piedmont street.
 A window at the home of Miss Katherine Peck, 203 East Main street, was found open by police last night, but nothing was missing from the home.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-07-08
L0NERCAN FAVORS
 FAIRGROUNDS
Shorter Hours in Industry Provide More Leisure
 Time for Adults
Especial to The Democrat)

Washington, D. C., July 8.-De- claring that national effort should be made to increase the number of playgrounds and recreational facil- ities for the benefit of those who will work shorter hours in industry, and for the general public, Senator Lonergan, (DD Conn.,, today appeal ed to federal spending agencies to encourage such projects.
 In communications to the works progress and public works admins trations, Senator Lonergan urged officials to give some preference to allocations for recreational facilities.
 Surveys recently conducted throughout the country by the works progress administration" Senator Lonergan said, show clear ly that existing recreational facil- ities in most towns and cities are inadequate. The best the average town can do is take care of it's youth, but very few localities have endeavored to enlarge the facilities and adjust the recreation programs to provide for adults who now, more
 
 than ever, are finding opportunities for recreational pursuits. Adults, enjoying shorter working hours, or facing the strain of unemployment or modern living conditions, are in need of exercise and recreation more than any previous genera tion."
 Senator Lonergan asserted that although indoor recreational facil- ities are needed, the great demand is for outdoor facilities. In the win- ter" he said, studies show that the individual adopts somewhat pas Sive attitude towards recreation that requires strenuous exercise, but in the summer the individual naturally is invited to the outdoors, only to find, in many places, insufficient baseball fields, tennis courts, or other athletic facilities"
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-07-08
Compensation Agreements

The following agreements in which compensation will be paid weekly during the period of total disability were filed today and approved at the office of the compensation commissioner,
 American Brass Company and M. Strazemski, Ansonia, frac- tured left foot, SIPS beginning June 10.
 Frank TrocanO and Steven Della Pietro, and Marcel Clou- tier, contusions of left foot, S8.88 beginning June Is.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-07-08

tribute 45 per cent of these costs.
 Also to be applied for, but not definitely planned, are a second pipe line from the water system, costing $l,500,000 and the construc- tion of high service reservoir, at cost Of $1,00O,0 900.
 Seek Bond Issue
 If these two latter projects are decided on, the city would either ask the next session of the Gen. eral Assembly to authorize bond issue, or would ask the federal gov- ernment for loan, to be paid back in annual instailments.
 Funds for the city's portion of the Mad River sewer construction and
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-07-08
Elected

Ralph E. Day, president of the Bridgeport Brass company, was elected to the board of directors of the City Savings Bank of Bridgeport, at the annual meeting of the board yesterday. Mir. Day is a former Waterburian, having been affiliated with the Ameri- can Brass company here.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-07-08
GIRL HAS OTTER FOR PET

London (UP)-Miss Ivy Stub- bington, daughter of the huntsman of the Courtenay Tracey Otter Hounds, has adopted as pet a baby otter. The cub was found lying nearly dead in a street in Wilton Miss Stubbington brought it up on the bottle, and it follows her and answers to her call like a dog.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-07-08
-------------- SPOTLIGHTING Brass City News
Holy Orders

Five Connecticut men will be ordained Sunday at St. Brieuc, France, all of them graduates of St. Thomas Seminary at Bloom field, and completing their phil osophy and theology studies in France. Among the five is Rev. James F. O'Dea, son of MT. and Mrs. William E. O'Dea of Laval street, this city. After ordination the young priests will return to this country to celebrate their first masses.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-07-08
Communion Sunday

Communion Sunday
 The St. Francis Xavier Holy Name Society will receive com munion in body at the 7:30 o'clock mass on Sunday. No meeting of the group will be held during the sum. mer, however. Confessions will be heard tomorrow.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-07-08

been paid the unit for the splendid concert they contributed to the Fourth of July celebration at the park.
 In preparation for the East Ber- lin trip, the corps will meet in front of the Community House at about 10 o'clock. Buses will leave the scene for East Berlin at Il o'clock.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-07-08

The city of Portland. Ore, saw bl a c k-and-white evidence of anti-Semitism in America when placards like that shown above were pasted in windows of Jew. ish shops. The placards, which demand boycott of Jews, por- tray statue of liberty holding a sickle and hammer-Com- munist emblem-in one hand and a man in the other.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-07-08
WHITCOMBE WINS

Sandwich, England, July 8-UP) Reginald Whitcombe, youngest of three famous English golfing broth- CTS, won the British Open golf championship today with an ag- regate of 295.
 He had scores of 75 and 78 in today's two final rounds. These scores were good in the face of a 50-mile southeaster which blew all scores far past par.
 training facilities for Royal Air
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-07-08

The Hawks
 A special meeting of the Hawks baseball team will be held this even- ing at 2 o'clock at the home of Bill Duffy on Laval street George Holmes is coach. Those asked to at tend the meeting are: R. Fitzpatrick B. Bailey, John Quill, John Carey Francis Delaney, Donald Budd, Ro- bert Church, Bernard Coffy, Donald Man.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-07-08

training facilities for Royal Air Force pilots, 1t was understood that Australia and South Africa would soon make a similar offer.
The Daily Alaska empire., 1938-03-16
TEXAN AGAINST NAVY PROGRAM
 FOR 1 BILLION
that United States Only Buildin g for
 War with Japan

WASHINGTON, March 16.-Rep- resentative Maury Maverick, of Texas, has come out in opposition to the big Navy Bill.
 The Texan said:
 Paul V. McNutt, Philippine Com missioner, let the Administration s foreign policy cat out of the bag yesterday by stating the United States should not leave the islands. There is no question why Congress has been asked for billion dollars for the Navy-it is to get the Unit ed States lined up for war with Japan"
 The Texan claims the plan pro- posed by McNutt means an outlay of millions of dollars for Philippine defenses.
The Daily Alaska empire., 1938-03-16
Nauol Building Program Takes On Neu Angles; Conjecture Is Rife Concerning Carrying Out
By PRESTON GROVER

WASHINGTON. March 16.- There is more than casual opinion m this magnified main street that the Presidents billion dollar naval building program:
 l. May never be completed;
 3. May at most be only parti- ally completed,
 3. May be completely revised as world conditions change
 Tn the first place it should be stated that the President never has projected the immediate spending of a billion dollars on a new navy He outlined sort of five year plan" to bring the navy up to some kind of an international par, but scarcely more than a pocket full of money can go into this new build ing within the next IS months Building ships is slow business. Within IS months the national and international complexion of things may be changed. That is the basis for the one-two-three report out lined above.
The Daily Alaska empire., 1938-03-16
BRITISH ACTION

LONDON, March 16.-For- eign Minister Viscount Hali- fax today warned Germany that if she wished to see Flu ropean peace maintained she must not invade CzechOslova- kia and take that country by force.
 It is recalled here that inn mediately Austria was an nexed by Germany, the Cze- choslovakians were informed that such action was not aimed at them.
 Viscount H alifax said:
 There IS no quarter in Eu- rope in which it is more vital that undertakings affecting certain nations should be scru- pulOusly respected as to the wishes and desires of the peo- ples affected"
The Daily Alaska empire., 1938-03-16
By CECIL CHARNwAY

LONDON, March l6.-The new chief of the British Foreign Office, the Rt. Hon. Sir Edward Frederick Lindley Wood, Baron Irwin, Wis count Halifax presents an amaz- ing contrast to Capt. Anthony Eden, the man he succeeds.
 Captain Eden, youthful man-of- action. captured the imagination of the British people by his hand some features, stylish dress, and by his flare for dramatic oratory.
 Long leader of the ultra -conserv- alive pro-German block in England, Halifax. as Lord President of the Cabinet Council, was almost over shadowed by Eden's brilliance.
 Of Chamberlain Pattern
 Tall, reedy, gentle and devoutly Catholic, Halifax enjoys the full support of Prime Minister Neville Chamberlain. Both are regarded as stiff conservatives. Both favor making trade agreements Wltn Ger many and Italy.
 Coming from Yorkshire's most important family, the new chief of the foreign department was edu- cated at Eton and Oxford and en- tered Parliament. in 1910. In 1921 he was named under-secretary for the colonies and later he became yiceroy of India. He caused 2 sensation in 1896 when he told his peers that the "era of German grievances must be closed"
 Sent to Berlin
 It was not until three months ago that Halifax gained the public spotlight. Then, in connection with the Conservative Party's policy of
The Daily Alaska empire., 1938-03-16
I W0 NATIONS REACH ACCORD
 IN NEW CRISIS
Agreement Reached on h. dicated Pressure on
 Little Country
REPRESENTATIVES
 MEET IN PARIS
Lead CT of Sudetan Nazl Party Causes Uproar
 in Praha Assembly

PARIS, March 16.- France and Soviet Russia have agreed both will fight to defend Cze> choslovakia if she is attacked.
 Jacob Suritz, Soviet Am- bassador to France, called on Foreign Minister Joseph Paul Boncour today and delivered assurances similar to those given by the Soviet Ambas- sador at Praha-that Russia will fight in defense of her Czechoslovakia ally.
 Boncour replied with a promise that France, too, will fight in the same cause.
 Hitler has proclaimed him. self protector of all Germanic peoples on Germany's bor- ders.
 Incorporation of Czechoslo- vakia's three and one half million Germans is believed to be Hitler's next objective.
 Both France and Russia plan to rush fighting bomb ing planes to Czechoslovakia if Hitler resorts to force to achieve his objective.