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The Kennewick courier-reporter. [volume] (Kennewick, Wash.) 1914-1938, 1938-01-27

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The Kennewick courier-reporter. [volume] (Kennewick, Wash.) 1914-1938, 1938-01-27

Cash In the County Treasury was
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be the amount on hand.
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The Kennewick courier-reporter. [volume] (Kennewick, Wash.) 1914-1938, 1938-01-27
COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
PROCEEDINGS

The Board Of County Commits
sioners met at their office January
8, 1888 at II am. all members be-
ing present.
Claims against Benton County
were approved and ordered paid
from the proper funds as follows:
Current Expense Fund, 3661l to
36764 inc, --------------------$1 ,O41 "a
County Road Fund, 1448 to 1893,
inc 12347 ~
The Kennewick courier-reporter. [volume] (Kennewick, Wash.) 1914-1938, 1938-01-27

Total Bank Balance --$153, 81032
Cash Items ------$ 1867 SO
The Kennewick courier-reporter. [volume] (Kennewick, Wash.) 1914-1938, 1938-01-27

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The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-12-29
Bridgeport

The members, however, are in ac- cord with any feasible plan which will work for greater efficiency for promoting highway safety in the state"
 The members of the commission signing the report are as follows: Samuel H. Fisher, Litchfield, chair man; Robert l. Catlin, Hartford, vice-chairman; Francis s. Murphy, West Hartford, vice-chairman; Roger s. Baldwin, Greenwich; Major John Buckley, Union; James w. Hook, New Haven; William c. Hun gerford, Watertown: Dudley s. In- graham, Bristol; Albert E. Lavery, Fairfield; Postmaster James J. Lee, Willimantic; Chief Justice William M. Maltbie, Granby; Most Rev. Maurice F. McAuliffe, Hartford; Dr. James L. McConaughy, Middletown; |; Edward G. Moran, Norwich; G. Dal- las Newton, West Hartford; Rev. RemSen B. Ogilby, Hartford; Frank H. Peet, Kent; Samuel A. Persky, New Haven; Samuel Shethar, Vest port; Professor Charles J. Tilden, New Haven.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-12-29
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Neup York Heortbeat

NeU York He0rtbeat
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 Midtown vgnette: man, struggled Rs % ya ,s e ss @ % % s without o s % n a sn @ @ nights parties that his son never misses Recently the son took couple of bucks for Two days later he wired for Dad sorry you by squandeng your r. earned h snos s a .na a be % m & raPs boy, but give up the bOx-seas"
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 to forget him. The same liner however carried Topping whose eliminated the wedding She tipped him off to the big newwhch Jeff Roche paper managed to enjoy the society wedding scoop.
  talks practically including starving cricizing paintings of the masters classy gal stepping out of near Saks wearing both ex-pugs in sq jump every time they bell Street gets her smile than stationed City steps mayor sugged lady driver male sweeheart?"
 thriller Mary SmalPs cooing the Bernie Asrong Decca recording of Paul CarrolPs version Hurry wordage Larry Hart to Richard This Thing Called Tuesday The pretest girls of them aln the Paradise show.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-12-29
- Watertown

stables says that "about 30 towns have conStables who are active in traffic work, and whose recompense consists solely of such fees. This is an unfortunate arrangement, for while the towns may thereby be re- lieved of the burden of the con- stables salary, it makes his compen- sation dependent on the number of arrests. Consequently, the constable is inclined to arrest motorists rather than aid them with warnings or ex- planatory directions. In some places, the number of arrests is so dispro- portionate to that in adjoining towns as to lead to the inference that ar- rests are sought by the constables to swell their income, rather than provide for safety on the roads. The tendency has unfortunately given the state, and particularly certain towns, a bad reputation with the travelling public.
 "The use of conStableS on salaries to control traffic should be encour- aged, particularly if such constaples have had training in handling traf- fic. This practice would speed traf- f1c, promote safety, encourage wis., itors and help the reputation of the town and the state"
 The commission also makes rec concentrations for the printing of safety bulletins, holding of biennial statewide safety conferences, an an- nual driving contest among en- ployes of industrial concerns, the use of white lines on highways, the revision of certain of the motor vehicle statutes in the interest of clarity, and supports the plan Of having a police school for the train ing of all state and local police in Connecticut.
 Future Work
 In regard to the future of safety work in general and the continuing of its own work, the commission says that while the method of car- rying on safety work may seem rel atively unimportant, provided that the work is accomplished, the pres ent arrangements in Connecticut of a citizens highway safety commis- sion appointed by the governor, a state traffic commission and sep arate departments of motor vehi- cleS, highway, education and police, appears to be one of the most effi- cient thus far evolved. and as such has been endorsed by national lead CTS in safety work. This commission feels that much could be accom- plished by continuing the work of a representative group of citizens such as now comprises the commission.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-12-29
| 95,OOO Violent
 Deaths Reaper's Harvest In 1938

Despite hurricane, floods, tornadoes and the most serious railroad accident in recent years, the general picture of accident mortality in the United States during 1888 showed a decided improvement, according to the statisticians of the Metropolitan Life Insurance Company, who point out that the years toll of death from all forms of accident was 11,000 less than in 1887.
 Improvement"
 A total of 95,000 persons died in 1888 as the result of some form of accidental injury as compared with 100000 in 1897, and 10000 in 1886, the largest number on record. The total was less than that of any year since the deep depression years of 1882 and 1883, when the accidental deaths were respectively 5000 and 91,000.
 Motor vehicle accidents caused the death of 5000 fewer persons in 1888 than in 1897 and as a result were probably less frequent than injuries received in the home. This drop of 5000 in the number of automobile victims represents a decline from 10000 in 1887 to between 31,000 and 3D. 900 in 1888. This improvement has been consistent throughout the year, for month after month the motor vehicle accident record was better than in the cores bonding month of the preceding year, and the record was made without any perceptible drop in motor vehicle traffic.
 CataStrOphes
 Deaths resulting from acci- dents occurring in public places, other than those in which motor vehicles were involved, and addi- dental deaths arising out of or in the course of employment, also declined somewhat.
 CataStropheS claiming the largest number of lives were the September hurricane and flood which swept the Atlantic Coast States and caused the death of 682 persons; the floods of South ern California in which 181 per- sons were killed; and the plunge of train through a bridge in Montana, which resulted in the death of 47 persons.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-12-29

More than thirty recommenda- tions and suggestions are made by the highway safety commission in report submitted to Governor Wilbur L. Cross.
 The report covers the work of the commission during the past two years, the results of studies made on various phases of traffic and safety problems, and review of continuing activities since the commission wastfirst appointed.
 The recommendations of the commission, among others, in- clude: speed in the completion of the creSs-State highway which is to connect with the Merritt Park way; construction of other roads with divided traffic lanes as rapidly as possible; elimination of the fee system in motor vehicle arrests and prosecution; changes in the statutes to effect general applica- tion of the penalties on drunken driving; increased use of Suspen- sion and revocation powers for serious offenses; pedestrian and U1CyC1C pdU11o dH NdA1BC1O OIto p4OONo on state highways; intensive study of warning and directional signs, looking toward increased efficiency and convenience; authority for municipalities to adopt speed reg ulations with the approval of the state traffic commission; the grant, ing of authority to towns to reg ister bicycles and endorsement of periodic inspections of motor ve- hicleS.
 Public Benefit
 The commission believes it would be of benefit to the public if all prospective applicants for license to operate an automobile in Con- necticut who previously had not been licensed, should be better trained in handling automobiles better informed as to the laws and regulations and principles of safe driving, and that the examin- ation for licenses should be more comprehensive. The commission recommends that some typV of in- struction should be made available for such applicants prior to their examinations.
 In addition to recommending di- viding strips on state highways, the commission says that the in- stallation of medial strips or es- planades on wide city streets wherever possible should be con- sidered by the municipalities of the state.
 Municipalities also are urged to survey their street lighting Sys- tems with a view to correcting conditions where experience shows that the night accident situation is bad.
 The report includes a number of recommendations concerning the use of signs. Large signs warning motorists of approach to route functions or other intersections are favored, as are devices designed to indicate the width of highways. The commission points out that confusion often occurs because of the use of various color lights in advertising signs and suggests consideration of the adoption of certain types and colors for traffic regulation and the prohibition of their use for other purposes.
 The commission states that the relatively high percentage of pe- destrians and bicyclists among the victims of motor vehicle accidents indicates that more attention should be paid to their needs in highway design. Several states al- ready have recognized this neces- sity and have begun construction of sidewalks or paths along state highways.
 Roadside Stands
 It recommends that a carefu,
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-12-29
Safety Commission Urges Drastic Changes

after the policemen had alIegedly found that he was violating the state lottery laws.
 Dunham had been arrested Nov IS on the same charge, and had been given continuance under bonds of $1,0OO. Bonds were fixed at the same amount on the new charge by Judge Edward Mascolo today
 Police said that Dunfam has a long record as a policy writer. and that he has been fined heavily on several occasions. It is claimed that the colored man has acted as local agent for New Haven numbers game.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-12-29

Vignete struggled years college. mint retired and living well without the night ubs first parties that his Recently the took Hollywood with asked for hundred bucks for later he wired for week later the sent this telegram: sorry bother like this squandering hard after certainly enjoying le!" another $2OO message boy, give the box-seats!"
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-12-29
JUDY LEARNS RIDING

Judy Garland is spending spare time from "The Wizard of Oz7 set. at M-G-M on horseback. The young singing star has been promised a horse by her mother if she shows sufficient proficiency at riding by the time they move into their new home after New Years.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-12-29
POLICY WRITER UNDER ARREST
D U n h a m Recently Re- leased on Bonds, Rear rested on Similar Charge

William Dunhan, 65, colored, of POP Bridge street, was arrested yes- terday on charge of writing policy, the arrest coming while Durham was free on bonds on a similar charge. He will be arraigned in city court tomorrow on the two counts.
 The arrest yesterday was made by Lieut.. Patrick Hobart and Officer Joseph Cavanaugh of the vice squad,
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-12-29
17 xMAsEs TOGETHER

This month marks the seven- teenth year that Robert 2. Leonard and Cameraman Ollie March have worked in pictures together during the holiday season. They are work ing on Broadway Serenade," star ring Jeanette Macdonald.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-12-29

New Yorchds: "TaIspin" a 2Oh Century aviation thriller Mary SmaP ooing the Armtrons Decca recording Jpers flicker Going Places Lanny " Parade" Paul CarroIs version of Hurry Home" wordage Hart Richard Love- the l0yeEest waltz Skinny rendition This Thing Called Lover" The prette girls of them al-in Paradise show
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-11-23
Condemned Woman Offers
 Eyes To Blind Priest, Nun

Columbus, O., Nov. 23-(UP)-- Mrs. Anna Marie Hahn, resigned to the fact that she must die in the electric chair two weeks from to- night offered today to give her eyes to a blind priest or nun.
 Then" she said, T would feel that my eyes would be helping some- one do good work"
 The murderess said she was anx- ious to live for the sake of her l2- year-old son, Oscar, but that she wasn't afraid to die. As for the elec- trio chair, she said: T can't imagine what 1t looks like, or what 1t might feel like"
 The idea of donating her eyes oc- cured to her after reading that Sev- eral condemned men in various parts of the country had done that recently. Her eyes are blue, and she has strained them by doing needle worIs In her poorly lighted death cell, but she said that If the worst comes to worst, I hope some church people will be able to use them"
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-11-23
Ger1nanyN Not I oRecall Ambassador ToBritain
Palestine Wants 100000 Refugees Revealed By Eye= Witness

London, Nov. 23-(UP)-The fear of economic repercussionS prompt ed Germany to drop a plan to recall Herbert Vondirksen, ambassador to London, diplomatic quarters said today. These quarters understood that the summons had been under consideration for three days because of the condemnations in Parliament of the German anti-Semitic cam paign. It was understood that Foreign Minister Joachim Won Rib- bentrop favored a recall to demon strate German resentment, but was opposed by Field Marshal Hermann Goering.
 Goering is administrator of Ger manys four-year-ecnomic plan. He prevailed on Nazi leaders to send Maj. Gen. Karl BodenSchatz on a flying visit to London to determine the consequences of such a move Bodenschatz's swift visit to London was never explained and it was said his report may have influenced hte decision not to summon Won Dirk sen home for the time being.
 Palestine Wants 100000
 The Jewish agency issued state ment saying that 100000 German Jews could be absorbed by Palestine immediately. It said Prime Minister Neville Chamberlain's statement in Commons brought consolation" but that the proposals would inevitably fall short of the necessities"
 The agency said:
 "The first 100000 would be com- posed of CD agricultural workers, (Continued on Page D
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-11-23

children, while Russell carried out the infant.
 Sullivan and Russell then re- turned to carry out blazing mat dresses from bedroom of the apartment.
 Taken to Hospital
 The youngsters, whose mother had left only a short time before on an errand, and whose father, Lawrence Willette, was at work, were taken to St. Mary's Hospital. They had not suffered any burns, but were kept at the institution until their nerves quieted after the shock.
 Mrs. Willett told Fire Marshal Den Lahey that she had left the door open when she left the home. The children, she said, must have turned the key in the lock after she left. The fire started in the baby's crib, while the tots were playing with matches the older two found in the kitchen.
 The bedroom was ablaze when Sullivan and Russell entered the apaetment. The infant was still in the crib but miraculously escaped serious burns.
 Engines 2 and {, Truck 3 and the booster pump answered an alarm telephoned in by passerby at 12:07 p. M. Firemen quickly got the blaze under control, and the apartment was not seriously damaged. Deputy Chief Martin J. Campion directed the firemen.
 Frightened as the fire spread, L,or- raine and Raymond were huddled at the bedroom door when Sullivan and Russell broke in. The other child still lay in the burning crib.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-11-23

She was convicted of poisoning Jacob Wagner, 72, of Cincinnati, to steal his money, and was suspected of having disposed of si xother aged men in the same manner. Both the state and United States supreme courts have rejected her appeals. Gov. Martin L. Davey will hear her petition for clemency Dec. 1. He has habitually refused to interfere with death sentences and it was consid- cred unlikely that he would inter- vene in Mrs. Hahn's behalf, all though she would be the first Wo- man executed in Ohio.
 She hopes that her son would be able to have Thanksgiving dinner with her. She has not seen the boy since the school term started.
 T do want to live for my boy. she said, because wherever I am he would know he has his mother. He does not believe what has been said about me and I am afraid that, al- though he is a fine little chap, he might become bitter"
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-11-23

tor in Herlands' department, dis closed that Mulligan had taken the examinat ations in 1928 and was nott- fled by the Appellate Division that he had passed. Two days later, how ever, he was informed that the first notification was in error and that he had not passed. In the meantime, Mulligan had received the congrat- ulations of friends and announce. ments of his intention to start prac- tice appeared in newspapers. He joined a law firm.
 Mulligan became active in Demo cratic politics and received many appointments as referee in bank Iuptcy proceedings. His father had been a deputy tax commissioner for many years.
 A felony indictment charged him with first and second degree perjury in connection with affidavits filed as a practicing attorney in obtaining bail for clients.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-11-23
Foreign Jews Are Exempt From Fines-MOre Bitter
 Grow Nazi Attacks UNITED STATES IS
 HELD UP TO SCORN German Papers Keep Up ScOurge Against FOr-
 eign Aid to Jews
BY FREDERICK oECHSNER

BY FREDERICK OECHSNER United Press Staff CorrespondenfJ
 Berlin, November g. (UP) = The government to- day levied a fine of 20 per cent on all Jewish property holding of more than 2,000. It was believed the means whereby the government will collect it's $400,6 ,6O0,0OO fine on the Jewish community at large. Foreign Jews were exempt. The levy will be exacted from Jews who are either German subjects or who. are without citizen ship. The levy must be paid in four installmentS, each amounting to five percent of the value Of the property. In cases of mixed mar riages only the property of the JeW- ish partner will be taxed. But the non-jew must stand surety for pay- ment by the Jew. The installments must be paid by December IS, Feb ruary 15, May IS and August IS. The official Gazette contained the new decree today.
 May Reduce Levy
 The government may reduce tila levy if the $4O0, 500, 900 limit is reached before the last inStallments are paid or increase 1t if the total falls below. The decree empowered the ministry of finance to fix con- ditions under which securities or real estate would be accepted for payment.
 Property liable to the levy will ba assessed on the basis of the regis- tration of Jewish property ordered by decree last April. However. changes which have occurred since registration must be taken into consideration and liabilities de-
 (Continued on Page 4.)
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-11-23
Successful Lawyer For Ten
 Years But Had Not Passed

New York, Nov. 23-(UP)-In 10 years Charles A. Mulligan, Jr., 34, built up 8 reputation as the leading lawyer of Richmond County (Staten Island). He had been offered a posi- tion as Deputy County General, but turned 1t down, and was about to win elevation to judgeship.
 Today he appears at the office of District Attorney Frank H. Hines to answer indictments charging that he is not even a lawyer. Conviction could bring him 16 years in Sing Sing to which he had sent many criminals during his practice.
 All his legal associates were amazed when it became known that Commissioner of Investigation Wil- liam B. Herlands uncovered evidence to show that Mulligan had no right to practice, that he had flIInked his bar examinations.
 Thomas B. Maloney, an investiga-
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-11-23
WINS MAYORALTY
 WITH NO ELECTION

Revere, Mass, Nov. 23-(UP)- Revere's reform and good govern ment" mayoral nomination candi- date, Tax Collector Laurence J. Gil- lis, swept into office early today on a wave of primary votes so great that 1t eliminated the December election.
 Gillis. 37, defeated Mayor James M. C'Brien, under Blue Ribbon grand jury indictment for alleged malfeasance, by a ratio of 3 to 1. Athel M. Cooledge, plan E charter advocate, trailed.
 It was the first time in history that Revere voters had elected a mayor at a primary. Under the city's charter, 8 candidate for the mayoral nomination receiving a majority at a primary in which more than 30 per cent of the total registered vote Is casi, is elected automatically.
 City Clerk Joseph F. McCriStal announced that 86 per cent of the total registered voters had cast bal- lots, Gillis receiving nearly 70 per cent of the total. Complete off, ,cial returns gave GilliS 9377, OBriel 366G and Cooledge 1887.