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The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-12-09

aTtHRISTMAS is the gift season. AL N ready, wise givers are making up lists, in order to do their shop ping early. And I imagine most Snapshot Guild members, knowing how much the camera hobby has meant to them, will choose gifts that help others enjoy the fun of 'picture-making.
 There are many such gifts, but they should be selected wisely: The gift must, by all means, be useful and suited to the person who re- ceives it. Thus, it would be unwise to give an advanced type of camera to beginner. Rather, give him-if a young child-a simple box camera or if around high school age--a folding camera. A book on how to make good pictures can well accom- pany each camera gift; there is a popular one for but fifty cents. Then later on. after he learns the ele- ments of picture-taking, he can bet ter use superior camera with fast lens and wider picture-making range.
 For your fellow lobbyists, camera accessories are ideal gifts. For e.s- ample. few lobbyists have enough color Alters. A choice of several gl-
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-12-09
MAKING GAS FOR l SLATE. ]. BIG TASK.
.l32, 400 Tons of Oil Used in Year for COnnecti-
 cuts Supply

, "a. - $
 Production of manufactured gas to meet Connecticut's varied require Inents, exclusive, of the gas manu- factured in the coke ovens of the Connecticut Coke company which amounts to more than half of that used in the state, necessitates the burning of approximately 132, 400 tons of solid fuel and about 15,SO9,- 200 gallons of oil in the course of a years time. !,
 These figures are based upon the annual statistics of the American Gas association, compiled from re- ports received from Connecticut pub lie utilities, and, since the above amounts of fuels provide less than half the gas produced in the state, they give an indication of the ex- tensive amount of fuel required in furnishing all of the gas service.
 The associations statistics reveal that the solid fuels employed in the production of gas in Connecticut last year, outside those used at the coke ovens in New Haven, were sub- QAt1OCu dO 4O11OWS III IO4tS O4 1,VUV pounds: anthracite coal, 3.90O; bitu-
 ninous coal, 63,400: coke purchased, 39,40O; coke made in plant, IA, 200; and coke breeze, 11,500.
 Anthracite coal is employed in the gas making process entirely as a fuel to feed the boilers, while the generator fuel from which the gas is actually made includes both bitu- minous coal and coke, some com panies making use of both. Bitumin- ous coal is also used as boiler fuel, as is substantial part of the 15,- 309, 200 gallons of oil consumed.
 The oil likewise enters the gas- making process elsewhere, being vaporized and its gas being blended with that of the solid fuels to give the final product a higher heating capacity when it is burned in kit chen ranges, automatic water heat- CTS, and house heating furnaces.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-12-09
MAN, WOMAN ARE
 KILLED IN CRASH

East Hampton, Conn, Dec, g. CUP)-A young man and woman were injured fatally early today when their automobile collided with another machine containing three Wesleyan university students.
 State police said the dead were:
 Miss Barbara Watrous, 20, East Hampton.
 Albert Bowen, g, Portland.
 The accident occurred near Co., bait Four Corners. Authorities said the couples car collided with an automobile operated by Paul Echna- bel, Hollis, N. r., a Wesleyan stu dent.
 Riding with him were Frank Putnam, New Britain, and Oliver Stone, Harrisburg, Pa- also stu dents.
 All three were taken to Middlesex hospital, Middletown, with severe in- juries.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-12-09

ters is desirable, if special picture effects are to be obtained. Your friend may have a K-1 or K-2 filter for everyday use, yet need light green X-1 filter for obtaining supe- rior tone quality in outdoor scenes and informal portraits. He may also need a G or A filter for dramatic sky effects, or for clear-cut pictures of distant scenes. A needed filter would be an appropriate gift to him.
 Many hobbyists go on excursions carrying camera and film in their pockets. A camera case would be convenient for them, and an appro- priate gift. Some camera fans use old, none-too-steady tripods. New, firm tripods would delight them Christmas morning. Such small gadg- cts as lens-shade, a self-timer at- tachment, or a portrait attachment for closeup pictures are inexpensive gifts-yet much appreciated.
 And while we're on the subject there may be gadgets or equipment you need for your own use. If so, now is the time to begin limiting for them. A word dropped here and there will often work wonders along about December 35. It's certainly worth trying!
 John van Guilder
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-12-09
66, 900 Autos Rejected
 In State Inspections
Detective Brakes, Improperly Adjusted Headlights Are
 Chief Causes for Failure to Pass Tests

cases", added the Commissioner, faulty wheel alignment was dis covered. This is a serious defect. It affects the control of the car through the steering apparatus, causes excessive and uneven wear Of tires, affects the castor action and permits wheel wobble or 'shimInie' to assert itself.
 Contrary to popular, notion, front wheels are not supposed to be per- fectly straight or horizontal. The position in which the front wheels rest out of the. vertical plane is known as "camber". Of course, tlfe position of the wheels is known also as alignment. Wheels can "toe in excessively and so be out of align ment."
 66,OOO Cars!
 In all there were over 66,0O0 cars found defective in one or more irn- portant particulars and rejected for repairs or adjustments. More than 8200O causes of rejection were re- corded. Of course, some cars were found with more than one fault which accounts for the excess of re- jection causes over the number of cars disapproved. The second in- spection period closes on Saturday afternoon, December 31st, and the commissioner advises all owners ot minspected cars to bring tfeir ve- hicles to the nearest inspection lane immediately. Lanes are now oper- ating in Hartford, Bridgeport, Wa terbury, New Haven, Fair Haven Middletown, New London, Stamford Torrington and Willimantic.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-12-09

Defective brakes and improperly adjusted headlamps continue to be the main causes of rejection at the inspection lanes operated by the State Dep%runent of Motor Vehl- cles as an important activity in Con- necticut's traffis accident prevention program through the year. Com missioner Michael A. Connor, com menting upon the inspection lane activities of the Motor Vehicle De- partment, stated yesterday that be- tween August 18th and December 3rd of the current inspection per- iod 35,416 cars had been found with defective brakes and that in 2,122 cases improperly adjusted head lamps caused rejection of the cars as not being fit for safe operation on Connecticut's highways.
 Faulty Alignment
 "In more than eight thousand
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-12-09
NEW HAVEN BAR
 ACTS ON COURTS

New Haven. onn.,C Dec. 9.-UP) The State Bar association today considered draft of a bill designed to simplify "the hopeless jungle of confusion" i1 the Connecticut minor court system. The bill, which will be submitted the legislature in January, tentatively proposed two classifica- tions of courts, one for communi- ties of 25000 or more population and another for towns of less than 2,000 population.
 In the first classification civil jurisdiction in cases in law and equity would be limited to $1,c00 and criminal jurisdiction limiting fines to $500 and jail terms to one year.
 In the small towns the courts would handle civil cases up to $500 and criminal cases where maximum fines would not exceed $250 or im- prisonment of six months.
 "No justice of the peace shall have jurisdiction in either civil or crim- inal actions which are within the jurisdiction of any town, city or bor- ough court" the measure reconl- mendS
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-12-09
Market In Fractional Changes At Beginning
Bonds Mixed, Cotton Futures Based Off-SteeIs Gain,
 LOser-AviatiOn Shares Were Rather Mixed
BY ELMER c. WALZER (LTnited Press Financial EditOrl

New York, Dec. g. (UP)-Stocks opened irregular in quiet dealings today. Changes generally were frac- tional. Bonds were mixed and cot- ton futures eased 5 to 2 points in initial deals.
 U. s. Steel opened on a 1000 share block at 61 5-8, up 1-8, while Beth leheln was down 1-8 to 69 T.8. Chrysler rose 1-8 to 78 1-2 and Gen. Motors eaSed 1-4 to AZ 1-4.
 Aviation shares were mixed. Sperry opened ex-dividend at 42 5-8, up IA and Douglas eased 3-8 to 70 1-8. Oils were active and easier. Standard Oil of California opened 1000 at 26 1-2, of 1-8.
 Union Pacific rose point to 89 Ia. Utilities showed narrow changes. Coppers were steady.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-12-09
Continental Lodge

Proceeds from the auction held by the Perfect Craftsman quarry, Continental Lodge, Masons. last night at Temple hall, amounted to nearly $100 which will go to buy uniforms and equipment for the Caledonian degree team of the lodge. Vernon l.. Hall was auc- tioneer and Charles Rietdyke had charge of the approximate 15O articles auctioned.
 A drill was given by the team of Nosahogan Lodge of Odd Fel- lows and the lodge orchestra play ed. Thomas Johnson was in charge of the program with Archibald B. Phillips as captain of the drill team, Floyd E. Cady, sub-captain.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-12-09
Ingeborg Lodge.

Officers of IngIeborg lodge, Or- der of Vasa, were elected at the annual meeting last night at Moose hall. The new officers will be installed at exercises to be held Jan. IF.
 President, Mrs. Lena Carl- strOm; vice-president, Mrs. Helen Warren; financial secretary, Mrs. Ellen Anderson; recording secret ary, Mrs. Signe Larson; treasurer Mrs. Hilda Anderson; marshal, Mrs. Margaret Seaverson; as- sistant marshal, Mrs. Elin JOhn- son; inside guard, Mrs. Gunda Henderson; outside guard, Mrs. Selma Johnson; chaplain, Mrs. Marie Cederholm.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-12-09
TEACHERS FACE
 PAINLESS HOLIDAY

Revere, Mass, Dec. 9-(UP)-Re- were school teachers faced payless holiday season as result of Mayor James M. OBrien's announcement that he will refuse to certify the school department payroll when it is presented for his signature to- day.
 Because of 10 per cent salary cut restoration to the $50 teachers this year, the departmental appro- priation was exhausted in Il months. The wage reduction was not restored to other city employees.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-12-09
36 New Cases!

MeaSIeS continue prevalent in Waterbury with 36 cases reported to the health department from Saturday until last night.
 The total of 45 cases reported last week in Waterbury represent ed more than half of the B cases reported in the entire state.
 The proportion of cases is about equally divided between school children and youngsters f pre- school age. No particular sections show prepOnderance of the dis ease and there are no plans to close any school rooms in schools where several cases have been re- ported.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-12-09
Unique Cause

Explosion of an electric light bulb last night set fire to an au- tomobile owned by John J. Daly, of 151 Highland avenue. The bulb was attached to an extension card, and MT. Daly was working on his car at the time.
 As the bulb broke spark set fire to 8 gasoline soaked rag, and then a film of gasoline on the cars motor. MT. Daly sought to smoth- CT the blaze with a blanket. Fire men arrived in few moments and the blaze was completely checked. Another car, parked in the same garage, was not damaged.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-12-09
Both Arrested

Charged with violating the state law in regard to the sale of fuel oil, OragiO Sarlo, 42, of 725 North Main street, received a continuance today when Judge T. E. Conway ordered that the mans employer be ar rested also and both cases be tried at the same time.
 SarlO is alleged to have sold gasoline in quanties of five gallons or more, from truck not equipped with a meter.
 Sealer of Weights and Meas ureS William Dunlavey said that Sarlo and his employer had both been given several warnings against the practice.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-12-09
Shit StOIen!

Detective-Lieut. Matthew Ba- landa today reported that two suits of mems clothing were stolen yesterday by a thief who broke into an apartment at 466 North Main street.
 Patrolman Clarence Marsella re- ported last night that an at- tempt was made to break into Mitchell's market, 632 Baldwin street,
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-12-09
Ansantawae

A class of candidates received the patriarchal degree last night at 8 meeting of Ansantawae en- cempment, Odd Fellows, at Odd Fellows Hall. Arrangements for a program of degree work next year were made.
 Officers will be elected at the annual meeting December 22. Nominations are submitted at the session last night.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-12-09
SPO7LIGh1ING G-----
 Brass City News

the Albert Furniture Company.
 The plaintiff claims that the defendant promised to marry her in 1929 and that she accepted. She alleges tha she requested the de- fendant to marry her m March, this year, and that he refused.
 Attorneys Theodore V. Meyer and Michael J. Galullo appear for the plaintiff.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-12-09
Will Admitted

The will of Mary E. Hyland, who died Nov. 27, was admitted today by Judge Dennis J. Slavin in the probate court.
 Terms of the will provide that alI personal and real property go to Mrs. Hylsnd's husband, Edward F. Hyland, who Is ap- pointed executor.
 The will was drawn Jan. IS, 1887.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-12-09
ELEcTRoCUT1oN STARTS

Reidsville, Ga, Dec. 9.-UP)- Electrocution of six negroes, all convicted murderers, began at Il a. m., EST. according to word sent out from the state prison today.
 Witnesses to the executions were not allowed to leave the prison un- til all the condemned men were put to death-one by one. Officials es- tinated the electrocutions would take three hours.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-12-09
Settlement

Settlement was made of the suit for $6,500 damages by Conectta Forte against Benjamin Gromet yesterday after evidence had been presented to Judge Miles F. Mo- Niff and jury in common pleas court. The plaintiff sought in- juries for a fall on Hawkins street property of the defendant.
 Attorney John A. Membrino represented the plaintiff, William H. Tribou, the defendant. The jury was excused for the term as it had completed its eight weeks of ser- vice.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-12-09
CI1RLEY SPENT PLENTY

Boston, Dec. 9-CUP)-Former Governor James M. Curley spent $142,067 in his unsuccessful guber- material campaign this year, &C., cording to a report filed with the secretary of state yesterday.
 Treasurer Henry F. Brennan of the Massachusetts voters campaign committee, which supported Cur ley's candidacy, listed contributions of $143, 1855. Yesterday was the dead line for filing these reports.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-12-09
On ID. L."

Waterbury hospital reported today that the name of Will liam Sullivan, of Thomaston, has been removed from the danger list. Sullivan was seri- ously injured when struck by an automobile near his home on the night before Thanksgiving. It was found necessary to ampu- tate his leg.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-12-09
Hit By Car

Struck by an automobile last night on Washington avenue, near South Main street, Charles Strel. kauskas. 27, of g West Porter strete, suffered a possible fracture of the right leg. He was taken to St. Mary's hospital.
 Motor Patrolman John McDon- nell reported that the automobile was driven by Edward T. McGrath of GA Wolcott street. McGrath said that Strelkauskas walked from the sidewalk directly into the path of his car. The police ambulance took Strelkauskas to the hospital.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-12-09
Condemnation

Condemnation proceedings to take land of six property owners in Prospect have been started in connection with the new state highway from East Mountain, to Prospects and from Prospect to Union City. Among the owners served with papers is Senator Jos eph H. Lawlor of Waterbury.
 Bids for the new road will be asked by the middle of the month and the construction will be a PWA project, designed to compete the highway between Waterbury and New Haven.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-12-09
POSTAL SACKS MAY
 HAVE LICKED HER

Boston, Dec. 9-(UP)-Miss Alice B. Murray, q, today believed that two misplaced postal sacks con- taining 3200 campaign letters con- tributed heavily to her losing con- test for election as Boston City councillor from ward 19. The first sack was found Wednesday in the south postal annex, and the other at the Roslindale sub-station of the Boston post office, said postal off, cials who declined to theorize how the pouches were misplaced, In a special election Tuesday, the girl sought to fill the council vacancy created by the death of her father, Peter A. Murray. She lost the elec- tion by 87 votes to James Langan.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-12-09
Worknen's Benefit

Under the auspices of the Work mems Sick and Death Benefit society pinochle party and dance vii lbe held tomorrow evening in Turn hall, 1181 North Main street. Marx orchestra will present the musical features. Refreshments
 will be served.
 The arrangements committee in- cludes Max Carnine, John Zeizel, Paul Reichenburg, Joseph Flach, Richard Dressel, George Koerner and August Doerfler. Serving on the refreshments committee will be Mrs. Hedy Flach, Mrs. August Doerfier, Mrs. Anna Gaugler and Mrs. John Zeizel.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-12-09
Oil Oyerhows

Overflow of range oil burner brought firemen to the home of Vincent Device, 70 Bishop street, shortly before o'clock this morn ing. Damage was slight and fire men were at the scene only a few minutes.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-12-09
News Oddities
INAUGURATION PLANS

Hartford. Conn, December g. = CUP) - Plans for the inauguration of Raymond E. Baldwin as Repub- lican Governor on January 4, will be discussed late today at the State Capitol.
 Attending the conference will be James Lowell, executive secretary to the incirning executive; Philip Hewes, executive secretary to Gov ernor Gross; Colonel Ernest l.. Averill, and Claude Taylor.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-12-09
FOUR A1RMEN KILLED

Amsterdam, Dec. l9.-(UP)-Four members of the crew of new Lock- heed air liner of the Netherlands Air Lines were killed today when the plane crashed in taking off at Shiphol airport for a test flight. No passengers were aboard.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-12-09

CASH LoANs-Up to $500 Privacy assured. Rate of Int. 3% monthly on unpaid principual not exceeding $l00. and 2ss on any remainder Personal Finance O., of Water bury. l99 Bank St. Tel. 3-Si03. Lie. No. 106.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-12-09
"Heart Balm"

A breach of promise suit seek ing damages of $25,00O was filed in superior court yesterday by Wan da Matilda Balunas, of 53 West View street. against Samuel AL bert, official of local office of
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-12-09
FRATERNAL.
 NEWS
Clark Cornmandery

e A regular meeting of Clark com- mandery, Knights of Templar, was held last night at the Masonic temple. Routine business was transacted.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-12-09

Attorney Francis Farrell of the school committee warned that he would ask the attorney-general to seek indictments against the city if the salaries were not forthcom- ing.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-12-09

Experts in international diplO- macy say the two, women abOv' are best clews to relations between United States and Germany. Frau DieckhOff, white of the German ambassador to United States, re- mains in Washington while her husband returns to Berlin. Mrs. Wilson stays in Berlin while her ambassador husband comes home. When the wives pack up and sail then it's serious.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-12-09

Smokers of Lithuania are show ing a preference for American to- bacco.
Evening star., 1938-10-17
Stock Averages
BY VICTOR EUBANK.
Associated Press Financial Writer.

NEW YORK, Oct. l7.-Aircrafts
scared over new high territory for
the past year and utilities we're given
fast buying play in todays stock
market, but many recently strong
pivotal leaders were blown down by
profit-taking blasts.
Gains ran to around 2 points at the
best among the favorites, while losses
of as. much and more we're widely dis
tributed elsewhere Steels. motors.
rubbers, mail orders. coppers. rails and
spoclaltles were under pressure and
best advances in the favored groups
were reduced substantially at tie
close
A wild first hour put the ticker tap
behind as blocks of 1000 to 10000
shares Of loW-priced stocks changed
hands in rapid succession. The turn.
over Of 950,000 shares in the initial
period was one Of the largest in
months. Dealings quoted subseauent-
ly and transfers for the Gay were
around 2500.000 shares.
The news, on the whole. was falrIv
comforting to recovery contincents, but
there were a few cloudy spots in evI-
dence. The financial sector appar-
entity was bit disappointed at Off
clal estimates placing this weeks
steel mill operations off points at
E94 per cent of capacity. A mod
crate increase had been predicted.
Best share performers included
Douglas Aircraft, North American
Aviation. United Aircraft. Boeing. Ma
tlonal Aviation, Consolidated Edison,
American Water Works. United Corp.
and Commonwealth g. Southern.
On the declining side most OF the
time were United States Steel, Beth
lehem. General Motors. Chrysler,
United States Rubber. Montgomery
Ward, Western Union Anaconda,
kennecott. Westinghouse. General
Electric Johns-Manville New York
Central, Southern Pacific. Allis Chal-
mers and United States Gypsum.
Du Pone was fairly resistant as the
company reported nine months earn
lngs of 2.3l share. against $3.50 in
the 1887 quarters. Other corporation
statements disclosed sizable drops IN
income from last year. but these we're
IN line with Wall Streets expectations.
Evening star., 1938-10-17
CHICAGO GRAIN
By the Associated Press.

bS Nilt Assault leu fIesH,
CHICAGO. Oct. 17.-Secen-eighths
Of cent a bushel sag of Chicago
wheat values took place today chiefly
owing to dearth Of either speculative
or export demand.
The United States wheat visible sup
ply total showed a slight increase and
world shipments fell of somewhat.
December delivery of corn touched
new low price record for the year
At the close, Chicago wheat futures
were 12-34 lower, compared with Sat-
urday's finish; December, .6434-7s;
May, 657s-66; corn, 1s-3s down; De-
cember. 44i4-3s; May. 479s-34, and
oats UNCHANGED tn off
Evening star., 1938-10-17
Winnipeg Price
Raltimorr Ouotation
new YORK COTTON
By the Associated Press.

By the Associated Press.
NEW YORK. Oct. 17.-Cotton moved
narrowly today in quiet trading Trade
price fixing in December held that
month relatively steady. while hedge
selling in later deliveries accounted for
slight reactions from opening gains
December sold off from 828 to 1928
by midafternoon, when the list was
l point net higher to lower
Evening star., 1938-10-17
DRY GOODS MARKET.

NEW YORK. Oct. - COTTON 7~G-s
markets were fairly active toda~ aN5 r"Ir-s
we're 1rm. Finished goods sold in zso.
amounts. Rayon yarn we're SLOW Fav
silk was steady. Burlsp zas quiet and
Evening star., 1938-10-17

Continued on Page A-l7.)
Evening star., 1938-10-17
Chicago Cash Market

Cash Wheat-No q her, 61-62: No.
2 hard, 67i2 No. 3 65; sample. 55:
No. yellow. hard, 81 Corn-No.
mixed, 44',-45'4 No. 3. 49,: No l
yellow. 45-4534; No. ?. Al. -451s:
sample. 37-43; No. l white, As ?: No
2. 452l new No ). mixed. 43: No
yellow, "A 44l2: No. 3. 4l3.-43; No
, white. As: No 3, 43 Oats-No. |
white. 28i2: No 2. 27; No. 3. 1926;
sample 1921, Barley. 34-65, nom:
No. 5. "a sample. 3412 Soy beans.
No 2 yellow, 81 2-68 No. 3, 67-67i4:
buckWheat, No 2, l25; timothy seet,
1882 95; red clover II l00-1400; red
top, 8,75-920.
Evening star., 1938-10-17
New Orleans Prices,

pot nominal; middllng. s.55.