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Evening star., 1938-06-27
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0y lDt ESSCClateQ TTcSS.
LONDON, June 27.-Prime Minister
Chamberlains opponents in the House
of Commons, enraged by two more at
tacks on British ships in Spanish
ports. sought vainly today have him
arm British merchantmen with anti
aircraft guns.
Mr.. Chamberlain tried to stem q
food Of hostile questions with a dec.
laration that "a good many difhcul-
ties stand in the way of such move
Replying to Laborite Philip j. Noel
Baker, Mr.. Chamberlain first said that
further consideration of the sugges-
ton has revealed additional difficult
ties"
Alterations Held Necessary.
Asked If the government would sug-
eest to the Spanish Non-intervention
Committee that merchantmen be sup
piled with machine guns to defend
themselves against low-flying attack
ers, Mr. Chamberlain explained that
that had been considered, but added
Il am informed that tting of mer-
chant vessels with anti-aircraft equip
ment would require structural altera-
tions"
Bombing of two British freighters
today by airmen in the service of the
Spanish insurgents. added to . long
list Of such assaults, severely tested
Mr.. Chamberlain's policy of meeting
such incidents with only protests and
negotiations. There were several
casualties In the bombardments.
Light Equipment Necessary.
From the Conservative side of Com
mons Sir Walter Smiles suggested
that anti-aircraft guns require "only
very light equipment"
Opposition Leader Clement r. Att
lee asked:
May we gather by the prime min
ister's answer that it is impossible to
At anti-aircraft guns to British mer-
chant ships now or at any time, and
80 British merchant ships cannot be
defended against aircraft in event Of
war;"
Mr.. Chamberlain bridled and
snapped:
That's not what I said. I did not
gay 1t is impossible. I said it could
not be done effectively without struc-
tural alterations"
The speaker then shut OF further
questions despite opposition protests
Score Frontier Closing.
Ellen c. wilkinson and other Labor
ties berated the government for what
they termed its part In having the
French frontier closed to arms for
the Barcelona government while the
frontier of Portugal, friendly to the
insurgents, remained open.
Richard Austen Butler, parliament
tary undersecretary for foreign affairs,
admitted there were no non-interven-
tion observers on the Portuguese FROM
tier. but refused to accept Miss Wilkin-
sons suggestion that it was wide open
to arms shipments into adjoining in
surgent territory.
Mr.. Butler also refused to admit Miss
Wilkinson's declaration that planes
had flown from italian territory to
bomb Barcelona.
Gambia Merely Leased.
Following Mr.. Chamberlains lead
he refused to promise that the British
operated port of Gandia, near
Valencia. would be armed with anti
Aircraft guns. Gambia had been re-
peatedly bombed in recent weeks. Mr..
Butler said the port was merely leased
TO British interests and remained
Spanish territory.
Replying to another question, Mr..
Chamberlain said Britain was ready to
propose mediation of the Spanish war
"alone or in conjunction with other
(See CHAMBERLAIN, Page A-lO.)
Evening star., 1938-06-27
Summary Of Today's Star
WASHINGTON AND NEARBY.

WASHINGTON AND NEARBY.
Writer describes fight as Wamplers 60
on trial at La Plata. Page Al
Jury being chosen for trial Of Falls
Church policeman. Page B-1
FINANCIAL.
Rail bonds uneven (table). Page Ais
Fears Of wheat rust ease. Page Ais
Stocks irregular (table). Page Ais
SPORTS.
Travis, Lewis. Rick Ferren picked on
all-star team. Page ALL
Revival Of hurlers proves heartenins
to Nationals. Pare A.lz
Alice Marble potential champ II she
can beat self. Page A.12
Navy carries East's slender hope in
Pouehkeepsie regatta. Pags A-I3
District title net field narrowed TO
home talent. PAGE Ala
Athletic heart" Is exploded as myth
BY medical scientists. Page Ala
Second weigh-in for Fur bout tonight
bothers Abrams. Page Ala
Evening star., 1938-06-27
ARM|NC BR|TA|N'S
SH|PS|S REFUSED
BY CHAMBERLAIN
Premier Faces Attacks in
Commons After Raid on 2
in Spain.
PRIME MINISTER'S FOES
IN PARL LAMENT ENRAGED
Iaborites Berate Government
Head for Part in Closing Of
French Frontier.

BACKGROUND
Nearly so British merchant ships
haze been sunk or damaged in at
tacks around Spain. Bombings pre-
sumdbly those of italian and
German planes attached to armies
OF Gen. Francisco Franco. French
ships also hare been indiscrimin-
ately attacked Prime Minister
Chamberlain has declared that
Great Britain is unable to giue her
commercial shipping protection in
Spanish tDaters.
Evening star., 1938-06-27
MsCEILANY.

MISCELLANY.
Vital Statistics.
Natures Children.
City News in Brief.
Crossword Puzzle.
Bedtime Story.
Lctter-Out
Winning Coatgaet.
Evening star., 1938-06-27

(See D. G. BILLS, Page A-5.)
Evening star., 1938-06-27

(See wAMPLER, Page AN)
Evening star., 1938-06-27

(see SHOOTING, Page A-5.)
Evening star., 1938-06-27

(See HENRY, Page A-3.)
Evening star., 1938-06-27
Fund Of $lS,150,000.
List Of Projects Due,

A definite list of projects to be
undertaken under this grant and loan
has not yet been announced by the
District Commissioners. A tentative
list. however, includes the building
Evening star., 1938-06-27

70. 3. weather Bureau Forscast)
Showers this afternoon and probably
tonight; cooler tonight; tomorrow gen
orally fair with moderate temperature.
Temperatures today-Highest, 30. at mid
night; lowest. IS, At Z am; II At / pm.
Full report on page Az.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-12-22
ITALY, FRANCE IN
 SERIOUS TANCLE

Paris, Dec. 22-(UP)-The Italian government in a note to Andre Francois-P -Poncet, French ambassador to Italy, has announced that it con- siders the Laval-Mussolini accord of 1885 no longer valid, it was an- nounced taday. This agreement concerned the status of Tunisia and involved a concession by France of territory bordering on Italian Libya and Italian East Africa. Presum- ably, the Italian note was the first step toward making new demands on France as regards Tunisia-whether for territory or for an altered status of the Italian population in Tunisia remained to be seen.
 The foreign office announced that Poncet received the Italian note within the last 24 hours. It stated that the 1885 accord was not con- sidered valid because ratification of the instruments never has been ex- changed. Unofficial reports said the note declared that the French must submit new proposals in execution of the promises made to Italy under article B of the London treaty of 1915, which brought Italy into the World war.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-12-22
Yes, There Is Santa Claus Even In Home Of Tragedy

Deep River, Conn.,, Dec. 22-(UP) Yes, Virginia, there is Santa Claus. If you'll go over and ask Mrs. Willis Beckwith and her three children, they'll tell you. They know. Once there were 10 Beck withs. But a great fire swept their home a couple of months ago, and killed five of the eight children, and MT. Beckwith, too. He died trying to save his family.
 Mrs. Beckwith was left with three children, Lillian, 16, Bert, 13, and Bill, 10. Each of the children suf- fered broken arms in the fire, but they are all better now. All their possessions were gone. Their home Their money. There seemed to be nothing left. But, tonight, Mrs. Beckwith and her three children will move into a brand new house, one-story white one, and all dec- orated with Christmas trees and wreathS and silver trimmings. The house is full of new furniture, and
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-12-22

food, and, well, just about every thing!
 Mrs. Beckwith cried like a baby when she saw the house. T just can't believe it." she said over and over again. But it was true. The house was for her and the chil- dren. The neighbors, and people all over the state, were stirred to pity by the tragedy, and they sent in money to give the Beckwiths a new start in life. More than $4500 was raised and the new home was built, the grocery was paid, and the furniture man was given heavy trade. Now they have a radio. They didn't have one before because there was no electricity in the old house.
 Gee, Ma" said young Bill, when he saw a preview of the house, "this looks good!" Bert and Lillian were ecstatic, too. They fooled around with the refrigerator, to see how it worked, and galloped through the rooms, inspecting ,, things, and helping t. decorate the Christmas tree. They were so hap py, they didn't understand why Ma" was crying. And the neigh bors came over to see how things were going. Many of them piled gayly-wrapped packages under the tree, with warnings:
 Don't open them up till Christ mas now!"
 When tonight comes-the fund committee said 2 p. m., sharp-the house will become the Beckwith home.
 So you see, Virginia. there is a Santa Claus.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-12-22

provided the purchase of the Con- necticut McKesson and Robbins later the merger of McKesson and Robbins, Ltd, with the Maryland incorporated concern. He has never received either salary or other re- turn from the company beyond the nominal fees paid the directors for attending meetings, he stated.
 Canadian Company
 In the matter of what amount of the McKesson & Robbins stock is held in Connecticut, MT. Phillips said his belief is that the largest proportion of the stock held in this state is in the Canadian Company, In this connection, it was pointed out that the Canadian Company's returns on the preferred stock have a guarantee from the Maryland Company which shows as an item in the last annual report of the parent company.
 As relates to the guarantee of the Maryland Company of the Canadian
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-12-22

consideration. Workers will dispatch mail to other towns to avoid pile up, but no local deliveries will be made other than in special mailings and no windows will be open.
 As a special service, Christmas packages will be delivered Monday by a corps of substitutes. Practical ly all regular employees will be given Monday off. The special crew will distribute packages which are iden- tified as of holiday nature, and ot course will handle special deliveries. No windows will be open.
 Service is expected to return to normal Tuesday.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-12-22
FATHER ADMITS
 MURDER OF WIFE
Continued from Page D


 eyes, killed Rosy. We had a fight. She hit me with the matchet. I kicked her in the stomach. She went down and dropped the hat chet. grabbed her and smashed her head twice. That killed her"
 Billy listened, his eyes widening.
 Why did you do 1t pop?" he asked.
 Now that he was in his story, Spinelli was conversational.
 "1'll tell you later" he said to the boy, then to the police, con- tinucd:
 ''Then I got two sharp knives, a meat cleaver, and a meat saw from the kitchen. I cut her body into lit tie pieces and stuffed them into the electric ice box"
 In response to questions, he ex- plained that this had occurred on the morning of Dec. 12. He left the body in the foe box all day.
 Burned The Body
 "When l figured it was dark enough" he continued, T carried the pieces out in the yard and burned them in the incinerator. I was still burning her when Billy came home. I told him I was burn ing leaves and he went to bed. I went on burning Rosa. It took me almost all night and burned Eucalyptus leaves with her to kill the smell. Then I scattered the ash- es in the driveway.
 "This is the truth, so help me god"
 Whereupon, Spinelli collapsed in a faint. Billy helped detectives re- vive him.
 The confession was rather fortu- nate for him. Police had had some circumstantial evidence that he might have killed his mother or helped kill her.
 After the dwarf had been taken away, Billy said:
 T knew pop was guilty right along. I wanted him to say what he had done with the body so we could give mom a decent burial. I don't know what we'll do about funeral now"
 Killed After Quarrel
 Spinelli refused to discuss his motivation in the presence of his son and the large number of per- sons crowded into the homicide bureau. To a more restricted audi ence, he confessed that she had been killed at the elimination of 8 quarrel and the quarrel had been caused by Mrs. Spinelli's discovery that he had had intimate relations with two of their daughters.
 My wife found out about me and Theresa and she threatened to leave me-" he said. T had been carrying on with Emma and Theresa for a couple of years"
 Spinelli hadn't worked for 10 years. During that time his wife had supported him and their five chil- dren. She was servant in veal thy Beverly Hills home. Theresa, who is married and has small son, hotly denied her fathers assertion. She said her father had been unsuually strict with his girls and that when she and her husband moved to San Francisco from Los Angeles month ago they took Emma, 16.
 Police said they would ask the district attorneys office for a first degree murder complaint against him today. He already is charged with incest. Billy, who had been booked with him on suspicion of murder, was detained further. Po- ] lice indicated that he would be re- leased after the inquest.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-12-22


 RecOrds Smashed
 Records were also smashed in the parcel post division when 1,5O5 packages were handled yesterda.g' The previous high was 1,34O. While the mail volume is expec- ted to hover near the 100000 mark today, MT. Platt is of the opinion that the peak was reached in the parcel post division yesterday. and that a decline to normal will be gradual.
 Early mailings have been appre- ciated by the post office depart ment. MT. Platt said that never be- fore have so many persons com- ;pleted their mailings as was the s1t- uation on Friday and Saturday of last week.
 A general 10 per cent increase over last year was the estimate Of officials after a comparison of this years volume with that of 1887. One hundred and 20 extra carriers are working with the regular staff 1n the delivery of the Christmas rush, Incoming mails continue at record peaks but it is expected that the outgoing mails will reduce rapidly.
 Regular workers are remaining on the job ten hours day, while substitutes are working seven hours.
 General Holiday
 Christmas day, Sunday, will be a general holiday for all workers, only special delivery matter will be given
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-12-22
CALIFORNIA TO WAR ON RATS

Berkeley, Cal. - (UP) - State health authorities have announced that California is apparently at the top of a cycle of rat population. A statewide rat-catching campaign will be worked out in conjunction with authorities of the University of Cal iforuia.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-12-22
CRANBERRY CROP LESS

Boston, Dec. 9 - (UP) - The Massachusetts 1888 cranberry crop was 47 per cent smaller than the rec ord 1887 crop of 565,000 barrels. the New England crop reporting service estimated today.
 The 300,000- barrel yield this year also was g per cent below the To- year average. Berries were much smaller and did not keep as well. Prices were higher because of the limited quantity.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-12-22
FOUR BOYS HURT
 IN POLICE CHASE

East Providence, R. T., Dec. 22- CUP)-Four boys were injured early today in a crash that ended 8 TO- mile-an-hour police chase of a stolen automobile. .
 George Olivera, IA, who suffered a right hip fracture, and George Harold, 16, who suffered an arm injury, were hospitalized. George 'o.wyer, 16. and Harley Weeden, 16, who were injured slightly, were taken to police headquarters for
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-12-22
Ex-TREASURER ACCUSED

Burlington, Conn, Dec. 9 - GU. P0 Former Town Treasurer Ernest c. Alderman was defendant today in a $16,O00 superior court suit filed by the town to recover an alleged shortage of $14,500 in his &C., counts during the seven years he held office.
 The money, the writ charged, was unlawfully converted by Alderman to his own use.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-12-22
GOOD SAMARITAN ROBBED

Oakland, Cal.-(UP)-Mrs. Julia Donlap, partly blind, is an ardent believer that modern good Samari- tanS" should go armed. She was trying to find room for a destitute Negro woman when she was held up and robbed of $22 by a Negro.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-12-22
800, 900 Pieces of Mail 7 Handled Yesterday
All Records For Service Believed Broken By Stan as s Christmas Rush Approaches Peak

History was made at the Waterbury post ofce yeser day when more than 100000 pieces ot mal lncluo!ng replar force and substitute staff of about 25O men Superintendent Mails Charles Patt who has kept recoro of daily distributions the 20 years stated that never before in the history of the local post office has there been such volume in day. The 100000 pieces does not
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-12-22
PEANUT HOBBY SUCCESSFUL

Newark, O., CUP)-Gail Burrier, II, started growing peanuts four years ago and found out for him. self just how they grow best in a northern climate. This year he harvested his largest crop and says that when he gets hungry for peanuts, T just go down cellar take several handfuls and roast them to suit myself"
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-12-22
Phillips Awaits Call
 From Atty.-General
Local Broker Served as Director of McKessOn Rob-
 bins Several Years--Canadian Co. Stock Guaranteed

Expecting to receive call to testify before the New York have several other directors 0f McKesson & Robbins Inc during this week, Rowley w. Phillips told The Democrat today that he would not Oe able to add much to the result of the investigation into the affairs of parent company MT Phillips said that he had served director for the several years since the R. F.
 Grggs Company formed part of the syndicate which
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-12-22

The storage cellars of the great brewery at Pilsen, Czechoslovakia, are more than five miles long, and Ire brewery covers 136 acres.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-12-22

Upwards of 7,8Oo,0OO people in the United States are wholly dependent on highway transportation because they reside in communities not serv- ed by railroads,
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-12-22

Company's dividends, is assumed to be of especial interest to the Con- necticut holders of such stock.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-12-22
questioning.

questioning.
 Police said they found the boys in a dazed condition crawling from the stolen car, wrecked when 1t Struck pole.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-12-22
= Belts - Suspenders -

GIVE HIM SOME SUPPORT. It's the little access sories that count so heavily in the appearance of the weII-dressed man. He'll like this calfskin belt and sterling silver buckle, i'm nice gift box $2So
 Or suspender- and garter set plain or striped $15O
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-12-22
: Suede Jackets =

LOTS OF MEN WANT SPORTSWEAR. Our out door clothes are smartIy cut for comfort, and expertIy tailored. The suede windbreaker with leather collar and zpper is knockout, $1O.95. The other with sport back, makes grand gift SlS.5V
 Sizes: small medium, large
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-12-22
Hose

EVERY MAN ALWAYS NEEDS HOSE. Whether they're unshrinkable wOOlS .. or x ribs or clocks stripes the sensational Gar terite" hose that stay up without support if they're from Fitzgerald & Platt, he'll be delighted with them ................... 35c-S for $1
 Many other varieties of hose, soc to $2.5O
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-12-22

PAJAMAS ARE ALWAYS WELCOME. Especially these fine figured sateens handsomely styled carefully cut to fit properly in an attrac- tive of cOlOrings, including blues browns and mar00ns. s.......................... $1.95 and up
 Pajamas in other styles and fabrics, ss to $5
The Washington times., 1938-08-03
WAR THREATS
HURT STOCKS

NEW YORK. Aug. 8 U.N.S0.
The stock market opened higher
today, but was unable to hold its
gains, and developed signs of IT.
regularity in the later dealings.
Darkening war clouds in the
Far East was a restraining influ-
ence. While stocks tried to resist
its effects, other markets were de-
pressed. The dollar again showed
pronounced strength in foreign
exchange, with major currencies
like the British pound at a new
low, and the London gold price set
a new high on near-record hoard
ing demand.
In the bond market. Japanese
issues sank to new lows for the
year.
Steels, motors, aviations and
some of the blue chips set the
pace for the early rise in stocks.
The list tapered off by the end
Of the first hour with the gains
cut and some leaders going under
the previous close.
Commodity markets made a
mixed response. Grains were
higher but cotton slipped,
The Washington times., 1938-08-03
LIMIT ON TAXI
FLEET FOUGHT

The Independent Taxicab Own.
erS Association today asked United
States District Court to vacate the
recent order of the Public Utilities
Commission, limiting the number
Of the company's cabs to 1000.
The taxicab concern contended
the utilities commission exceeded
its statutory power and authority.
The order, limiting the cabs to
1000 was handed down June /.
On July IS the taxicab organiza-
ton sought a hearing looking to
reconsideration. On July 25 the
reconsideration petition was
denied by the commission.
The appeal to the District Court
today was made by Harry C.
Davis, president Of the associa-
ton, through Attorney Ringgold
Hart. The association is more
popularly known as the Diamond
Cab Company.
The Washington times., 1938-08-03
MERCURY SCARS
TOWARD 95 WITH
HIGH HUMIDITY
international News Photo

Fugitives from the heat wave,
Senator and Mrs. William E.
Borah fled from Washington to-
day as the temperature crept
slowly upward toward predicted
high Of 95 degrees.
Senator Borah, who has been
|recuperating rapidly from effects
of a recent serious illness, will
remain in Poland Springs, Me-,
until Washington gets cooler. ."
Mrs. Borah said.
Although low-hanging clouds
shielded the sun, the temperature
reached IS degrees at noon today.
Relative humidity was 60 per cent.
The forecaster said tonight will be
warm and humid and so will to-
morrow. He sees no relief in
sight.
Coolest period in the last "a
hours came at 5 o'clock this
morning when the mercury
dropped to "a degrees after yeSter-
days high of 81 degrees.
The Washington times., 1938-08-03
3 Bi e Business Men
Optimistic on Outlook

NEW YORK, Aug. 3.-Radiat,
ing optimism over the outlook for
business, three Big Businessmen
today sailed for Europe.
IT expect that the second half
Of this year will show better
business generally in the coun-
try than during the first half
and If this is true our second
half earnings will be better than
in the first six months of 1885,"
said David Sarnoff, president of
the Radio Corporation of Amer
lea.
American business is reNv-
ing" said Thomas J. Watson,
The Washington times., 1938-08-03

president Of International BuSi-
ness Machines Corp, and of the
International Chamber of Com.
merce. "Home consumption is
increasing and reciprocal trade
treaties negotiated by Secretary
Hull have already improved for.
eign trade"
w. c. Potter, chairman Of the
board Of the Guaranty Trust Co.,
told ship news reporters:
Il am reasonably optimistic
on the outlook for business.
There has been an improvement
and I expect there will be a fur.
ther improvement by the end Of
September"
The Washington times., 1938-08-03
Shirley Temple
Declared Well

BOSTON, Aug. 3 Q.N.SO.-Ap'
parently recovered from her three
day illness, Shirley Temple to
day was inpatient to begin her
long-awaited tour of historic
Boston. Her personal physician
DR.. Leo MadSen, Of Santa Monica,
CAL, had instructed Shirley to
remain in her hotel suite until to
day. BY way Of precaution, a
Oman will accompany her on
sightseeing excursions.
The Washington times., 1938-08-03

At the same time. denying
Japanese claims of triumphs in
the Changkufeng area of the ST.
berian- Manc chukuoan border, the
Russian government claimed a.
new military victory over the le-
gions Of Nippon.
While the fighting around
Changkufeng hill approached the
proportions of major conflict.
Moscow released a sensational
communique which accused Japa-
nese diplomats of responsibility
for alleged armed japanese attack
on Soviet soil.
Warfare unavoidable"
"Most serious results are likely
to result, the communique warned.
Diplomatic quarters here were
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