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The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-06-09
Railroad Medicine

The wage bill of the railroads has be- come too great for the traffic to bear, according to Leonard P. Ayres, banker economist. But he doesn't think wage reductions alone can save the industry. There are too many things wrong with the old bus.
 "Our railroad system can be cured" he says, "only by the adoption of compre hensive legislation providing for the rapid reorganization of insolvent lines, the merging of existing companies into limited number of strong systems, the prompt abandonment of large amount of non-essential branch mileage, and a considerable decrease in the number of employees
 ''These are radical remedies but they appear to be essential and it may well be doubted whether we can have real business recovery in this country until they are adopted"
 It looks like next years job for the government. If business improvement doesn't ease the situation, it may have to be tackled even before that. But such vast and delicate reorganization, with the grief it will bring to many investors, en- ployes and communities, is bad medicine for an election year, even if the necessary plans were ready.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-06-09
Sanctuary For Learning

In 1883 the New School for Social Research in New York City established the University in Exile. The purpose was to help scholars who had been exiled from Germany. That University has grown. Today it has staff of twenty eminent teachers in the political and social sciences, men of liberal opinions, sound learning and great ability. They have come chiefly from Germany and Italy. Three Austrian professors will join the faculty next year.
 The University in Exile is more than philanthropical institution for the bene- fit of persecuted Europeans. It has served it's students as well as it's teachers. Since 1883, more than 1,2O0 men and women have received in this country the special ized instruction for which they would have had to go aboard in earlier years, or which they might have missed entirely if the United States had not opened it's doors so cordially to the foreign scholars
 Commencement exercises for this in- stitution were held in New York recently The men and women present, whether as students, teachers or guests, were par ticipants in an occasion and movement possible only in free land such as ours. There must have been inspiration in the knowledge of that fact.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-06-09
Au-American Peace

All good Americans, from the Arctic Ocean to Tierra del Fuego, should join the governmental heads of Argentina, Brazil, Chile, Peru, Uruguay and United States, in their appeal to Bolivia and Paraguay to end the Gran Chaco war. Hostllities ended three years ago, but of- ficial peace has not been concluded. That war probably was, in proportion to the population and resources of the countries engaged, the most costly conflict ever fought in this New World Two small, poor nations wasted their liquid resources, mortgaged their future for generations and lost 100000 lives
 They fought over disputed boundary in the wilderness as many nations have done in many ages. The border was not clearly defined, so they marked it with their bones. It is costly procedure. What happens in the lower reaches and vague interiors of South America is of con- cern, to North Americans. We free coun- tries of this hemisphere are, in an un- usual way, members of one another" It is of special importance, in the present unsettled state of the world that we should all be at peace with each other.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-06-09
Method In Planting

We never knew until recently that the State Highway Department followed a certain set plan in it's Identification or roadsides. Of course it was natural that the work contemplated would be lad ouC bv competent authorities and general plan would be followed, but how many people know that usually when trees are planted along roads they go on the west or south side of the road This is done for the benefit of the motorist and the reason is apparent after few minutes thought.
 On road running north-south the maximum amount of shade IS deslred on the west side so that the traveller IS pro- tected in the long afternoon hours when the sun is the strongest. Similarly on an east-west route trees are customarlly planted on the south side for the same reason. That doesn't mean, of course, that one side of the road is neglected entirely. Both sides are taken care of where it is possible or feasible. Often times the condition of the land does not make plantings possible.
 Many of the rights of way in Connec- ticut are old ones. They are 66 feet which was all that was believed necessary in the old days Today the state secures lOO- foot right of way. On the narrower right of way the state often has to contend with a pole line maintained by utility. If trees should be planted along it, event. ually there will be the necessity of trim ming and pruning which may destroy the beauty and often the life of the tree.
 The next time you drive along Con- necticut highway and admire it's sur roundings you might consider the plan ming and thought that were required to bring about the conditions that prove so restful to the eye.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-06-09
AnH-Bnnd Petition
Southburys Latest Attempt to Dust Camp in Its Midst, If Made State Law Might
 Prove Most Controversial.
BRIDGEPORT TELEGRAM

ernor and the legislature of the state of Connecticut the early en- actment of such legislation as will make illegal the continuance and establishment of camps, organiza- l tionS or groups which have for their reason of being the admiration of foreign dictatorS or rulers and the dissemination of foreign political documents and theology contrary to American principles"
 AS the petition stands 1t would be equally effective in barring Con- munist camps, several of which are located in the state of Connecticut The Communists won't like it. They hate to be classed with the Nazis although the reasoning which ap- plies against one would apply equal ly against the other.
 In formulating such law, the legislature would have to tread care fully among constitutional barriers. We doubt if 1t is legally possible to enact any law restraining a group of citizens from admiring anybody they want to, including foreign dictator. On the other hand it is certainly within the police powers of the commonwealth to prevent the distribution of subversive literature or the organization of plots to over throw the American government by violence. A law framed along these lines might achieve the purpose which the sponsors of the resolu- tion hope to attain without the danger of being declared uncon- stitutional.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-06-09

state in Malaya, is coming to America this summer. He is not coming to look at Mi agara Falls or climb the Statue of Liberty or sample American ice cream sodas His destination is Hollywood, and his purpose is survey of the Hollywood beautiful girl situation. The Sultan, 68, has been look ing at moving pictures, and now he's going bride hunting. Some 1000 miles for good-looking woman! From the Malay Peninsula! Sumatra, Java, the island of Bali, are practically in the Sultan's back yard.
 Something has just vanished, leaving a sad looking vacant area in that portion of the brain whose function is day-dream- ing. Whatever became of that pleasant little reverie full of the delicate sound of temple bells, the scent of exotic flowers, the music of girlish laughter? It was pos ltlvely cluttered with anklets, earrings, sandals, sarongs, and queenly bearings. If memory serves.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-06-09
Selected Poem
MUSEUM CONCERT Boys Choir)

GA Jacqueline Shaw in the Christian Science
 Monitor) Tt took them years to do that tapestry" Beauvals?" No, think not It's fifteenth century, That's what they told us."
 On the other side: Prince Paul. he's crown prince, is marrying Lu1sa,-German." "Oh, wouldn't know Do you like Greta Garbo?" Not so much" "Ah, here they come at last-can you see, Robert?' That little one is sweet"
 And now there's silence cFred, keep your program still; Emmie be quiet!) And then the song.
 O passionleSs young voiceS This IS the music from beyond the earth Falling from ramparts of some heavenly tower; Signing like winds from the pale stars themselves soaring above then dropping down the ether Will you forget your art when those wild notes So ordered and so free have gone from you? o children, do you hear what we are hearing? Or do you stand like choired cherubS there And sing you know not what?
 You touch hearts Being untouched yourselves High high and clear The voices mount; low, low and soft they sink; There is no answer and no argument; The hall confines us but our thoughts are free These speak no alien tongue; they merely take Just for a moment, what we know of beauty, Gid it little giving it back and saying: This is your love, and this is what you see."
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-06-09

There was once song about the life of rose. Script writers now have a fine opportunity to bring out number about the life of film. We mean a moving picture film The technicians in Holly wood have been doing some research work and now announce that film is good for about 100 years of life. And that demands renewal every quarter of a century. So as matter of fact master film itself is good for only about 25 years. Then it must be refilmed. By the time this has been done three times the re- maining impression is almost invisible. All sorts of scientific means have been adopted, too, to preserve the film. At this rate the idea of preserving news paper files in film form isn't so perma- nent as has been claimed The original newsprint is now preserved after 100 years, although very brittle. If the film form only equals that length of life, it's not much of an advantage to preserve files in this way.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-06-09

Senator Augustine Lonergan of this state was one of the first national legisla- tors to realize what might happen when the internal revenue department started to collect taxes from state officers and employees. As a result he immediately introduced bill in the Senate which would not make such taxes retroactive Out in California the income tax officials started to collect back taxes when it be- came legal for state officials to be assessed. A bill, similar to Senator Loner- gan's, was also introduced in the House. While everyone will probably agree to state officials paying income taxes, no one wants to see them get "socked" for years in which they were exempt
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-06-09
PressConnnent
WANTED, THREE ELM TREES
(New York Sun)

(NeW 1OTk SuI)
 The May issue of the New Eng land News Letter, a publication o1 the New England Council, contains an interesting appeal for help. Ii reads:
 Wanted: Three elm trees, some fashioned street lamps, col- lection of granite fence posts and eight wash bowls. Offers of these and other impedimenta are invited by the advisory committee of New England Architects for the pro- posed New England exhibit at the New York Worlds Fair. Empow- cred by vote of the New England State Worlds Fair committee to receive offers of contributions of materials and services, the archi- tects' committee is in need of rough lumber, rope, piling, asphalt and concrete, plaster boards, com- position shingles and other roof ing, fence rails, shrubs, grass seeds and plumbing and lighting fix lures.
 This sounds like genuine New England thrift, but is the thriftiness to be carried so far that three elm; are to be made to. represent all tht shady streets of six states?
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-06-09

didacy as a New Dealer against Senator Walter George, veteran administration foe.
 2. Sometime between August 10 and 15, two months after the close of the regular scnoo1 term, President Roosevelt is scheduled to go to Athens, Ga, to receive an honorary degree from the Uni- versity of Georgia Oldest state university in the ocuntry). He will also make 8 speech.
 The last time Roosevelt spoke in Georgia (Gainesville), he infer entially spanked George, who was in the audience, for voting against the wage-hour bill.
 3. Twenty-four hours after Camp threw his hat into the ring; Senator George lined up squarely with the administration in voting down the public power limiting amendments to the new spending bill.
 This was the first time since the early days of the New Deal that George supported the Presi- dent on a power issue.
 Merry-Go-R0und
 Joe Green, munitions censor of the State Department, got a rush call from 8 longshoremen's union in Philadelphia saying their men had been put to work load ing munitions bound for Franco in Spain, and asking that the shipment be stopped. Green in- vestigated, found the munitions" were crates of saxophones con- signed to a European jazz band. =. After taking lessons in the Big Apple and other new steps, Mordecai Ezekiel, agriculture de- partment economist, cavorts on the Capitals dance floors like a college sophomore. (Henry Wallace used to think "eke' was only statisticiano ... Rep. Fred c. Gilchrist is Republican, but he pooh-poohs the so-called corn- belt revolt" against AAA crop control as "lot of empty talk. The IoWan says he has received but two complaints, lone from a lawyer and the other from woman who would squaWk even if she got strawberries and cream in winter"
 Copyright, 1888. by United
 Feature Syndicate, Incl
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-06-09
In New York
By GEORGE ROSS

New York, June 9.-That sound of sizzling steaks at "21"-52nd street swank-spot-means that AL fred Hitchcock is in town.
 The famous movie director Is the worlds greatest authority on the broiling and consumption of Texas steer; and his o. K. on steak is the equivalent of prize bestowed upon the fortunate chef and restau- rant. If you don't believe it, ask anyone at Simpsons in London when you get over that way.
 Hitchcock's fastidious tastes are well known in that renowned restaurant by the side of the Thames. If Henry VIII had not knighted a particularly choice cut of COW and out of full heart and full stomach - generously dubbed it sir Loin," Hitchcock would be the only man in London with authority to do so.
 
 Looks the Part
 Hitchcock cabled his order for the steaks well in advance-for he is no man to take chances where so important an issue is involved. He likes his Sirloins medium rare, in- cidentally, and insists, with great deal of vehemence, that the plate be large enough to contan the cut without overlapping. He feels about steaks much the same way he does about films - robust food, honest cooking and no loose edges. Next to steaks, his fancy runs to ice cream, which he is willing to eat before or after the main course.
 The amply -girthed Hitchcock he weighs PIP pounds and is ap- proximately as broad as he is long-is perhaps the best imagin- able walking advertisement for food. When he seats himself be- fore steak, he looks pleased and so does the steak. And restaura- teurs in general prick up their ears when they hear he is in town. They would like him to sample all their wares, simple and exotic, from beef-and-kidney pud- ding, which Hitchcock has prom ised to sample on this side of the Atlantic (although he is skepti- cab, to lamb pilaf with kasha, an Armenian luxury.
 This Alfred Hitchcock is a sort of gastronomic Buddha. He at tains Nirvana on a full stomach, but maintains an unruffled calm even between meals. Food pleases rather that excites him. And Broadway, on the whole, is con- tent that he has timed his visit for the summer, when there are few openings. Because he sleeps (and snores) throughout many a stage performance. He feel asleep, as a matter of fact, during a showing of his own, world-fa- nous "The 39 Steps"-one of the most exciting films ever made. |
 Knows His New York
 Mrs. Hitchcock-who is in private life, Alma Reville-is accompany ing him on his visit, but she won't interest the cafe crowd. For Mrs Hitchcock is diminutive and bird- like, eats sparingly and is tolerant of rather than interested in her hus- bands major hobby-food. She tips the scales at hundredweight.
 Both know more about New York than the average New York er-although this is only their second visit to this side. Their knowledge comes from much reading on the subject, from dis cussions with friends who are fa- miliar with this city, and from the movies. They are at home on Broadway. Hitchcock knew in
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-06-09

As a result of Southbury's eXperi- ence with the Bund camp in that town, 8 committee known as the United Americans has formulated and is engaged in circulating pe- tition to the legislature to make such camps illegal. The text of the petition, for which the sponsors hope to get a million signatures is as follows:
 We, the undersigned citizens of Connecticut, request from the gov-
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-06-09
Secretary of War Woodring

advance and marched with un- erring aim to the hotels which serve the best steaks. He knew every show on Broadway, which to see and which to avoid. He visited, on his last trip here. Police head quarters and astonished the cops by his familiarity with the Manhattan police system. He was as excited as kid, however, when he heard his first police-car siren.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-06-09
A Book a Day
High Tension" Proves Electrifying
By BRUCE CAPTION

A year or so ago 8 new writer named William Mister Haines brought out refreshing novel called "Slim." It dealt with the bronzed, devil-may-car young men who make their living by stringing elecric power lines acros sthe land ss ,e, and while it was not very et ertly done-its narrative was a r her imperfect disguise for sim r description of the dangers and exCitements of a linemans life-it was as salty, as robust and as ele- mental as the men it described, and a good many people enjoyed it.
 Now MT. Haines has written an- other novel. and much better one -"High Tension" Gittle, Brown: $250). This time he tells about line- men who are working on a railroad identification project; and this time he has succeeded in writing smooth novel as well as an illu- minating bit of description. The re- suit is something pretty elegant.
 First of all, the mere nature of the work these men do is interest ing and exciting enough in itself. Stringing 11,000-volt power lines for 150 miles along four-tra right of way, doing it so that there is no suspension of traffic, and lodging all the dangers and un- foreseen hazards that go with such job-well that's something to read about. t-
 In addition, MT. Haines has fitted tight melodrama to this setting and has added refreshing love story-part of whose refreshing quality is due to the fact that it never gets in the way of the action. Add to this the fact that he reveals knack for character drawing, and you get novel that is very much worth sitting up nights with.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-06-09
Questions and
 Answers
By Frederick M Kerby

Enclose a three-cent stamp for reply when addressing any ques- ton of fact or informa ton to the Waterbury Democrats Service Bu- reau at Washington. Legal and medical advice cannot be given. nor can extended research be un- dertaken. Be sure all mail is ad- dressed to the WATERBURY DEMOCRATS SERVICE BU- REAU, 1913 Thirteenth Street, Washington, D. c.
 THE EDITOR o. Which birds can fly immedi- ately after being matched?
 0. The mound builders of Aus tralia and certain South Sea Islands. The young are matched fully feath- cred and are able to fly and live an independent life when they emerge from the shell.
 0. Which cities in the United States have subways? tt
 A. Only three, Boston, New York city and Philadelphia have real
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-06-09
TODAY'S COMMON ERROR Dedication is pronounced either ef-al-ca- -shun or de- fal-ca -Sh0n.

passenger subway systems. Chicago has freight subway, and Pitts burgh, Los Angeles, Newark and Rochester have combined street and subway system; that is, the surface cars run underground for relatively short distances.
 o. Was William Jennings Bryan a member of the Wilson cabinet when the draft law was approved?
 A. No; he resigned before the United States entered the war.
 o. What is the elevation of Mount Washington in Pittsburgh, Pa?
 A. Approximately 1,144 feet above sea level.
 o. Please give directions for a good way to remove dust from ones eyes.
 A. Dissolve teaspoon of boracic acid in a glass of warm water and use with an eye cup to .bathe the eyes.
 0. Who composed the song Wait till the Sun Shines, Nelly?"
 A. Harry Won Tilzer.
 o. Is the film actor, Roger Pryor, son of Arthur Pryor, the band leader?
 A. Yes. Young Pryor also leads an orchestra, and his natural musi- cal bent had much to do with his employment in motion pictures.
 e. Why is May "A observed as a general public holiday throughout the Dominion of Canada?
 A. It marks the birthday of Queen Victoria who reigned from 1887 to 1901.
 If you want copy of our book let PRESERVING" write to The Waterbury Democrats Washing ton Bureau, 1913 Thirteenth Street, Washington, D. c. Enclose 10 cents in postage.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-06-09

October IF will henceforth be known as Pulaski Day in the United States. After many ups and downs bill to this effect finally came to President Roosevelt's desk and he has signed it. Every year he will officially proclaim October II Pulaski Day, a day on which flags should be flown and general honor paid this Revolutionary War hero.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-06-09
Daily Almanac

Moon sets 3:04 a. m daylight time)
 Sun rises 5:20 a. m.; sets 8:22 D. m (day- light time)
 All vehicles must be lighted thirty minutes after sunset.
 Always thought the whip -poor-will confined his song to the early hours of the evening, just after dusk. But just before dawn one morning this week one whistled interminably close by. Sort of herald of both darkness and dawn.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-06-09
Bali Bubble Bust

What blow! What sickening mis- erable crumbling of dream castles! One more old standby in the way of classified waking visions dispelled forever like mist on an August morning! Pretty soon there won't be illusions enough left to go around.
 The Sultan of Johore, southernmost
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-06-09

1. What is micrometer?
 2. With what ball club does Lefty Gomez play?
 3. Of what country is Kabul the capital?
 4. Does Soviet Russia have the same calendar as the United States?
 5. What is chilblains?
 6. What is the shortest verse in the Bible?
 2. For what government agency do the initials USHA stand?
 8. What is ornithology?
 g. What is the title of a student undergoing the course at the U. s. Naval Academy?
 10. Can a person be a citizen of state of the U. S., without being an American citizen7
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-06-09
A Thought for Today

And Moses chose able men out of all Israel, and made them heads over the people rulers or thousands, rules of hundreds, rules Of hftes' ana rulers of tens.-ExOdus 1925.
 
 The kingdom of God is the only monarchy that is free from despotism.-C. Simmons
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-06-09
EccIes Pleads for Railroad Action; Other Advisers Believe Thot the Roods
 Should Be Put Through the Wringer;
 FOR Technique Seen in Georgia Primary
N DREW PEARSON
end ROBERT & AKz.KlGl

WASHINGTON, June g. - The day after the Senate passed the spending b clearing the way for early adournment Federal Reserve Chairman Mariner Ecces strongly advised Roosevelt that Congress should stay in session long enough to enact emergency railroad
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-06-09

In Oldham, England, large
 manufacturing town, chimneys de-
 posted 960 tons of soot per square mile in one year. U
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-06-09
Current Comment


 I don't think we can get anywhere fighting each other. Secretary of the Treasury Nor genthau, on government and business.
 At present the democracies are strongly pacifistic, but if pressed too far wave of indignation might sweep over them that would make it extremely difficult to keep the peace.
 Secretary of War Woodring. If the powers wanted to end the war, they could use gas. That would do the job quickly. Capt. Orrin D. Bell, of the Brit ish Royal Air Force, on the war in Spain as test" war.