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The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1938-07-08

beauty had so completely captured
the Trojan people that they fought
madly to keep her within their city.
Hector Challenges.
Then occurred the incident Of the
slave girl and Achilles wrath. Hec-
tor, the greatest warrior of Troy,
came forth and issued a challenge
for individual combat. But no one
answered. Achilles was the only
man to fight this Trojan warrior,
and Achilles would not fight. Then
Patroclus, dear friend of Achilles,
borrowed the arnor of Achilles and
went forth to uphold the fair name
of Greece.
From his tents Achilles saw his
friend die. With a roar he rushed
into the battle, but he had no armor.
He would recover Patroclus' body
for burial. The sound of his voice
was enough; the Trojans were back
inside the wall.
Achilles must have new armor.
His goddess mother came and Of
fered to have a suit forged in the
fires of Vulcan.
Achilles Fights Hector
Clad in his new armor, Achilles
sought Hector for combat. The
mighty warriors were evenly
matched. Around they circled, each
seeking an opening in the others
guard. Time passed, yet they fought
furiously, neither gaining advantage
over the other. A goddess favoring
Achilles few down from Olympus
and clouded the eyes of Hector, so
that Achilles succeeded in shifting
him powerful stroke with his
sword. Hector lay in the dust, his
plumes and fine clothing despoiled.
A wall went up from the tops of
the walls of Troy as Achilles
fastened thongs in the heels of Hec-
tor and tied him to his chariot.
then drove madly round the walls
of Troy.
Late at night there came a visitor
to the tents of Achilles, it was
Priam, aged king Of Troy and father
OF Hector. Weeping, he pleaded for
the body of his son, he recounted
the glory of Hector and with tears
Of love he proved that Hector was
too noble to be forced to wander
forever through the shades for lack
q proper burial. Achilles heard his
prayer with compassion and gave
to him the body Of his son.
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The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1938-07-08


les retired to his tents with his fol-
lowers and refused to fight.
During the days of this quarrel,
conversations among the men re-
late previous happenings.
Helen, most beautiful woman Of
history, was wooed by every prince
of Greece. To protect the fortunate
winner, all these chieftains swore to
defend Helen, should the necessity
ever arise. She finally chose Meme
laus to be her husband. Sometime
after this, Paris of Troy, a hand
some youth, came to visit at the
palace of Menelaus. When he re-
turned, he took Helen back to Troy
with him. Thus all Greek chieftains
were called upon to fulfill their
vows and go to reclaim Helen.
Pretends to Be Mad.
Ulysses, happily married, did not
wish to go on such a quest. He
pretended madness, and plowed the
fields, sowing salt.
When the boats were ready to sail
for Troy, the winds stopped. An
oracle explained that a maiden of
royal birth must be sacrificed. So,
1phigenia, daughter of Agamernnon,
was made a human Precipitation to
the god of winds.
Nine years of encampment then
followed with neither side gaining
much advantage. Meanwhile with
in the walls of Troy, Helen's great
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1938-07-08
TRADITIONAL POET

The Iliad and the Odyssey were
recited or performed every four
years at Athens during the clas-
steal period. Homer is the tradi-
tional poet of these two poems;
he has no existence apart from
his poetry. The facts of his life
are traditional or are surmised
from his writings.
As far back as the classical
period in Greece, Homer was an
ancient poet. The classical
Greeks made translations of his
work, they wrote lives of Homer,
they taught his poems and made
analyses of his work. The Ian
guage which he used i'm the origi-
nal poems was ancient to the
classical Greeks.
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1938-07-08
WHILE THE WAITER WAITS

The Embarrassed One.-You've
saved my life with the five-spot. I'll
owe you an eternal debt of graft.
tude.
The Generous One.-I don't care
how long you owe me your graft
tude, but as to the five simoleons-
that's another matter.
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1938-07-08

are detected as the
poem begins, for
their hero will not
fight. The mighty
Achilles sulks in his
tent.
Agememnon, COM
mander of Greek
forces, had demand
ed a slave girl who
had previously been
awarded to Achilles
as part of the spoils
of battle. Thus ull-
justly treated by his
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1938-07-08
Regulated Theory

$50 you deny that a chimpanzee
was your ANCESTOR"
SO far as am personally con.
cerned." answered Senator Sor-
ghum, II do. No creature that
couldn't talk could possibly have
been the ancestor Of a politician in
my state"
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1938-07-08
-GREAT BOOKS
Siege Of Troy
RecOunted in
Homer's Story
INV ELrzABETH c. JAMES

THE story of "The Iliad" by Ho-
l. mer takes place during the Tro-
jan war and relates the wrath Of
Achilles, greatest of warriors.
It is now the ninth year Of siege
when Homer begins his epic and the
Greeks are encamped on the shores
of Asia Minor, besieging Troy. They
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1938-07-08
Trio Cheerio

"Hellol Hello! Helloi This is
Smith. Smith and Smith lawyers.
"Oh. yesl Good morning. good
morning, good morning. Boys
Lie.
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1938-07-08
Horslebody

Newly-Arrived Convict-Lissen,
chum. can't open this cell window?
Guard-Naw. That's barred.
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1938-07-08

beauty had so completely captured
the Trojan people that they fought
madly to keep her within their city.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-09-23
Court Will Decide
 Sandwich Question
Three Liquor Dealers Expect Disposition of What
 Makes Meal 10 Permit Sale on Sundays

Three appeals from ruling of the state liqupr commission, upon which depend the status of Connecticut liuuof dealers with regard to what constitutes a meal to permit sale of liquor on Sundays, will be heard by State Referee Frederick Peasley.
 Judge Earnest c. Simpson in su- perior court today referred the ap- peais of Philip Becker, Hubert 0. KeenaI1 and Geoge F. Mulhgasl of this city to Referee Feasley for hear- ing. Tn. this manner q more speedy disposition Of the appeals is, expect ed to result.
 x Backed by the State Liquor Deal- |lers'g association, the three men have sought court relief from what they claim is arbitrary action of the l;lf9Aicf commissioners. Their liquor !. licenses were revoked on the grounds that they had sold liquor on Surl- days without meal.
 They claim that a sandwich or anything which a customer may de- sire to eat iS 6 meal, within the meaning. of the law, inasmuch as the commission has never clearly defined what shall be required for the meal. Attorney Thomas F.. Mo- Grath appears for the three dealers
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-09-23
Audit Firms Savings
 Estimated At $89, ,591
Cash Deficit for IO37 Cut to $Iz4,29z- Surplus
 Sinking Fund to Exceed Deficiency By Dec. 5l

pare the final draft of the next years budget.
 Because of imnlnence of october i, when charter requirements pro- vide that departments must submit estimates, the board voted to fol- low this procedure and the mayor directed that tlnis be done. The al- dermen have requested an advance outline of the budget before Ncyerl- Der IS for study.
 Trainsfer of eIOOOO from the con- tingencv fund was voted yesterday to provide of continued employment of 97 men engaged in repairing schools and like projects. Transfer of $424 for rabies treatments was voted in response to request from the health department with reir1- bursement due later from the state for dog taxes. Repairs to the 1sola- ton hospital, so that sewing pro- jects may be continued there, re- quired transfer of 9052 from the fund.
 savings of more than e400,00o have been made by the finance board. the subcommittee and the Griffenhagen stan which, with the surplus resource sinking fund can- ceiling the cash deficit, is expected to provide the city with a favorable financial position at the end of the wear. There remains to be consid- cred, however, the 93O0, 900 item for the surplus resource sinking fund which was improperly set up as an item in the 1898 budget.
 The following table shows the Griffenhagen recommendations for the reserve contingency fund and the approval of these pr0portionate- ly by the economy committee:
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-09-23
SPOTLIGHTTNG Erase City News
Fair Flooded

The grounds of the Eastern States Exposition at Springfield, Mass, were closed yesterday on orders of police. All persons and animals on the grounds were evacuated without injury.
 Most of the exhibits on the grounds were removed. There was believed to be no danger of floods, but the evacuation was ordered as . precautionary measure.
 Many Waterburians had plan ned to attend yesterdays events, but followed the advice of state authorities and postponed their visit.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-09-23
O,7OO Witness
 Park Display

An estimated crowd oEsao.7o0. enjoyed inc aIhazlng miracles of science at the General nEo- tors Parade of Progress Exhibi- ton nt Brassco Park last eve- ming and an even larger, tlifoqg is expected between the hours of; 2 and 10 ?. m, today. Che final shewings before the huge motor caravan departs for an engagement in Dahbury.
 General Motors efIaclAls last evening were loud in their rsalsA of Waterbury people and aeclsred that last IfishGs at tendance was the largest they have entertained in any city er toWm8in the country where the show has been held over. At tendance far exceeded their ex- pectations as holdover engage naents as a rule do, not draw very well.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-09-23
1889 Budget

I've orders issued teddy to all city departments from the of. flee of Mayer Frank Hayes; The first was notification that all departments must submit budget estimates for their next year expense before october I.
 The second order Is to the ef. feet that all city hall offices will open and close enc hour earlier, starting next Monday, when daylight saving time for 1888 will have been concluded.
 The daylight saving time schedule closes at 2 o'clock, Sunday morning, standard time resumes.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-09-23
Seeks Decree

w. Russell Hickman of Vol. cott, well known local sports man, was named defendant e. day in . divorce action filed by Mrs. Priscilla Sane Hickman of Wolcott. Cruelty is alleged. The couple was married April 22, 1908. Claiming allmony as well. Mrs. Hickman alleges that her husband owns real estate valued at SlO,Oo0.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-09-23
Defends Press! !!

On Saturday afternoon Frank Gannett. publisher of 0annett Newspapers will reply to Senator Minton's charges directed at the press. Gannett's reply will show the real issues of freedom of speech and the services that the American press has rendered. Frank 0anntt can be heard over WEAF at 1 to iS0 p. m, EDT, sponsored by the National Com inittee to Uphold Constitutional Government. Many Waterburi- ans will be interested in Publisher 0annett's reply.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-09-23
5% Dividend

Payment of . five percent dive idend to creditors of the Charles A. 1'empleton, Inc, was ap- proved by Judge Earnest 0. Simpson In superior court teddy. Attorney Walter Torrance. whe presented the application, stated that the amount involved is S3,eO0. Permission was also granted for an additional four mOnths continuance of business.
 Attorney Torrance said that with the payment of this newly approved dividend, . total Of 7S.s per cent of all receivership claims win have been met.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-09-23
Sues for S3,OOO

Damages of $500 are asked in Q civil action filed in the. court of common pleas today by James F Overton against the Cashman Laundry Corp. The plaintiff claims that he was injured Sep-, tember 3, 1887 in an accident in Greenwich, caused by the driver of a defendants truck. Attorney Frank Healey appears for the plaintiff.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-09-23
AGREEMENT WITH
 TRANSFERS SET

Attorney Alfred L. Finkelstein. receiver for the Laubs-Interstate, Inc, was today given permission by Judge Earnest c. Simpson in super for court to enter an employment agreement with Local 2e4, the AL bany unit of the International Brotherhood of Teamsters.
 The petition, which was approved, stated that all interstate trucks op- erating in and out of Albany are required to employ men of Lo- cal 294.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-09-23
HlgI. sHlerlR.

With no opposition in the field, High Sheriff ,. Edward slavin of Milford. wiIl Dc rencminated for . second term, at the New Haven County Democratic convention, to Dc held at 2:so Saturday after noon, September "A, in Convention han, 27o Grown street, New Haven.
 The call for the convention was sent out early during the week by County Chairman Thomas Reyes.
 Notables in the Democratic party who will attend the conven- ton will include U. s. Senators Augustine Lonergan and Francis Maloney, Congressman James Shanley, National Committeeman David E. Fitzgerald and Governor Wilbur l.. Cross.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-09-23
Convention Speaker

John D. Moynahan, sen of Mir. and Mrs. D. J. Moynahsn of Clifton avenue, this city, spoke before Che national cen- ventiOn of the National Life Underwriters Association in Houston, Texas today an the subject of "slmplifled Selling" He Is district manager of the Metropolitan Life Insurance Company in Chicago. Mfr. Moy- nahan's father is manager of the NHettatuck district efilce ef the AEetropelitan Life Insurance Company In Waterbury.
 Following convention, Mir. Moynahan will join his wise and son and daughter who are spending several weeks visiting with 0. v. Hurley and family in Les AngeIes.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-09-23
VETERANS AWAIT
 PARADE VERDICT
Armistice Day Question to Be Settled in City Hall
 This Evening

Representatives of various World War Veterans groups will meet to- night at the city hall to organize committee to complete plans for the annual observance of Armistice day, November l1th. The meeting will be called to order by Past Com
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-09-23
Locked Outl

Bremen last night went to the aid of Mrs. M. Marin of l7 West Porter street when she was locked out of her home as wind blew shut . spring-lock door.
 The firemen raised Q ladder to the top floor, entered through a window and opened the door for Mrs. Marin. The woman's son was asleep inside the apartment.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-09-23
STEWART TAKES JAIL SENTENCE
Prefers 10 Days in County Bastile ltO Paying SIOO
 Fine for Violation

Choosing to go to jail rather than pay a fine, Clyde Stewart, 3T, of Short avenue, Oalryille, was sem fenced to 10 days today after a hearing before Judge Edward Mas colo in city court on charEes of driving under the influence of liquor. Sentence was suspended on q charge of passing a red light.
 Most of the testimony in the case was heard in traffic court Monday. Stewart was arrested after an acci- dent South Main and Union streets, Patrolmen Michael Carroll and George McElligott, and Sergt. Joseph Bagley testified that Stewart was under the influence at the tinne Of his arrest. A@ *fA3s' After finding Stewart guilty, Judge Mascolo asked him if he preferred to pay the minimum fine of $i00 and costs or go to jail for 10 days, Stew art chose jail.
 Joseph ,Promotico, 22, of 14 Penn berton street, was fined $10 and costs on a charge of violating the
  rules of the. road, and given a dis charge on a charge of reckless driv- ing.
 James sheehan, 25, charged with violation of the rules of the road, received a nolle on payment of 96. Theodore. .Nowakowslki, 20, of Pitts burg, Pa., charged with driving x.xfttaassk {, 1tSAsaem avSA rsyft1aAaak T,avfa.. tration, was discharged. .
 A continuance to october { was given in city court today to Alex Copeland. 34. of Grand street. charged with receiving stolen goods. Copelnad was arrested yesterday by Detective Lieutenant Edward Nc Eiligott. He allegedly purchased . watch and chain from youth who had stolen 1t.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-09-23

mander John D Barry oI |0z kerblry chapter. D. & H HI< tr cd as chairman ol tho N5 o18H| tee. Following the selection Fl ~ flcers. the various committees Fi|l be announced
 A question which the veterans must decide tonight ie whether oE not the usual Arnisticc day p1f4ts should be held. If favorable HcIItis Is taken the committee must '|l4I| decide whether it will Dc informing or evening parade.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-09-23
Agreement

The following agreement in which compensation will be paid weekly during the period of total disability was filed today and approved at the office of the compensation commissioner:
 pr. A. c. Thompson and Sil- vio Fiilipini, Torington, burned right leg, s17.5o for 10 4.l0 weeks, beginning June 17.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-09-23

BUSINESS BETTER TN TOk'EEo
 Toledo. O. (UF)-- Business is on the upgrade here, according to the monthly survey of the University 1f Toledo, which showed a business index gain of 2.e points for Jsily the most substantial month 90 7 month gain recorded in year.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-09-23
Change K 10 B

Seeking Q change Of name from PolsISy to Polsby, two Hamden men, Daniel and Ralph PoIsly today filed petitions G that effect in the superior court here. The former is married but the latter Is single.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-09-23
Auxiliary Social Is
 Postponed For Week

The social of the Irish American auxiliary which was scheduled for Saturday at the home of Mrs. A. J. Lunny at Lake Hitchcock has been postponed due ot the storm. The party will be held on Saturday, Oc- tober list.
 The next regular meeting of the auxiliary will be held on Wednesday, September 28th.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-09-23
Bigger. Brilliant N NelO 'tRoadkisg'' assd sDe Luxe'' Models NOWON DISPLAY

HERE ARE the most sensation \ \ al new cars the low-price field has ever known. ..the beauti- full, new 1859 Plymouthsl e
 At nsw iowsr priess, they bring you magnificent new styling sweeping modern lines. ..extra room. Luxurious new upholstery.
 And Plymouth has a nev ride that will astonish everybody
 With new Amola Steel Coil Springs, the big new Plymouth gives you an amazingly smooth, soft ride on the toughest roads.
 You'll get new thrill from Plymouth's sparkling, new High Torque engine performance. And yet the 1859 Plymouth is still mors economical in every way.
 Easy to own. your present car will probably represent a large proportion of Plymouth's low de- livered price. balance in surpris- ingly low monthly instalments.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-09-23

About one-half of the popula- tion of Canada is found south of the northernmost point of Minre- sOta.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-09-23

On Jan. 8, 1887, heavy blanket of snow covered the desert known as the Saguaro National Monument, near Tucson, Ariz.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-09-23

WLUEISUP muth Gives Longer Wheelbase
 High Performance Perfected Remote Control Shifting Autoesh Transmission New Amola Steel Coil Springs ...New Steady Steering New Safety Signa Speedometer
The Northwest enterprise. [volume] (Seattle, Wash.) 1931-1952, 1938-09-23
N. A. A. c. P. To
Investigate Housing

The Local Branch N. A. A. c. P.
met in it's first meeting for the
fall at Williams Ave. Branch "Y"
with President Edgar Williams pre-
siding over an appreciative group
that enjoyed the meeting. The as
sistant secretary, Mrs. Odessa
Freeman, read numerous press re-
leases from National, including a
resolution from National Conven-
ton concerning W.P.A., iva,
Social Security Act, etc.
The branch is considering some
steps in the present housing con-
dition which is fast becoming a
serious problem among the race
groups. The Branch has already
volunteer legal service in the mat
ter. Portland Branch has an ex-
tensive program for the year and
with the cooperation of its large
membership, religious and civic
groups can and will carry out the
purpose of the organization.
The Northwest enterprise. [volume] (Seattle, Wash.) 1931-1952, 1938-09-23
Indoor Carnival
Is Huge Success

The Rose City Ladies Auxiliary
of Local 485 gave a circus and
indoor carnival Saturday evening
at Fraternal Hall. The 40-piece
WPA band, under the direction of
Mr.. Bert Turner, gave a concert
outside the hall, playing Alex
ander's Ragtime Band The. band
gave several popular numbers
during the evening. Various
booths in colorful decorations
formed a background for the large
crowd that milled their way "a
bout the spacious circus grounds
(the halD. A canned goods booth
was in charge of Mrs. Nina jack
son, with all sales final.
Mrs Velma Vance was in charge
of bon bon sales, and Mrs. w. K.
Deiz was in charge of the fish
pond. Mrs Ida Elliott, punch
bowls; Mrs. L. Brock, ice cream
candy, and soda water; Mrs. Pearl
Peck, pop corn; Mrs. Bernice
Simms and Charlotte Allen, games;
Mrs. Ruth Games, confetti and
beautiful ladies'; Mrs. 2. Baker and
Mrs. Miles, dance pavilion. The
affair was a huge success.
The Northwest enterprise. [volume] (Seattle, Wash.) 1931-1952, 1938-09-23
Holman-Lutz Named
Outstanding Mortuary

Colonial Mortuary, Holman and
Lutz. Inc, 14th and Sandy Blvd,
was selected by committee from
the National Association of Ar
chitects as one of the most out
standing examples of funeral
homes in America. A staff of APP
proximately % people. own their
own motor equipment and handle
the largest volume of business in
Oregon.
Both Mrs. Walter E. Holman,
president, and Worth w. Caldwell,
vice-president, are always ready to
give personal attention to the IA
miles who come to them in their
hour of tragedy. The prices are
arranged to meet every family's
situation The staff of Holman and
Lutz is anxious to cooperate with
our race group. The Holman cha
pei is conveniently located at S.
w. 23rd and Salmon.
The Northwest enterprise. [volume] (Seattle, Wash.) 1931-1952, 1938-09-23

career, and is widely known for
his many charitable acts.
D. L. Doug" Barlow, G. o. P,
number two nominee for commits
sioner in the 3rd district, will face
Democratic Commissioner John
Schlarb, and won't this be a bat
tie. Mr.. Barlow comes from one
of Tacoma's oldest families. He
is young aggressive, and a bust
ness man with ideas of today, and
not yesterday. The Barlow family
is held in high esteem by many
members of the race.
The Northwest enterprise. [volume] (Seattle, Wash.) 1931-1952, 1938-09-23
Portland, Ore.
Y.W.C.A. Notes

Williams Ave, Y.W.C.A., Miss
Elizabeth r. Summers, Executive
Secretary-Branch members at
tended. community chest kickoff
rally Sept. 81. ss,g'he branch was
largely represented at the family
dinner at Central Friday evening
The following ogmmittee of man.
agement members will attend the
Canada-United states conference
to be held in Spokane, wash: Mes
danes Lillian Baker, zepha Bak
er, Marie Smith, Katherine Gray,
Ethel Turner and Miss Elizabeth
Summers, Executive Secretary.
The Northwest enterprise. [volume] (Seattle, Wash.) 1931-1952, 1938-09-23

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