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The Washington times., 1938-07-07

dancer.
''It happened in San Luis
Obispo where we were play
ing a dance Saturday night"
Rogers said. "Somebody
threw an orange at me, but
l ducked and let it pass.
''But when some fellow
turned siphon bottle on me,
! guess I lost my temper"
Rogers left the platform,
witnesses said, and knocked
his tormentor down with a
single blow.
The Washington times., 1938-07-07
LABOR ON AIR
SO Stations Donate
Time for Program

For the firs5 time in radio his
tory, a national labor organization
will sponsor a series of broadcasts.
beginning next week and continu-
ing over SO stations for 13 weeks.
Sponsored by the American
Federation of Labor, THE Labor
Parade" will be a weekly is min
ute program, dealing with non
controversial subjects, according
to Walter Compton, in charge Of
production.
Stations brcadcasting the pro-
gram will donate the radio time
for the program, which will be
carried locally by VOL.
The Washington times., 1938-07-07

Standing on
the westbound
B. & o. tracks,
W a t C h ing a
freight train go
by, Julius Fate
j e f erson, 6,
failed to notice
the approach of
a oca pas
-
The Washington times., 1938-07-07
BAREFOOT | A D.
FAILS TO HEAR.
ENGINE WHISTLE.
Widowed Mother of 7
CoIIapses on News

An unguarded grade crossing at
West Rockville, Md, today claimed
another life.
The Washington times., 1938-07-07
ARMY POLO ACE
FACES LIFE FOR
ATTACKING GIRLS
Capt. Jones Is Held at.
Walter Reed

Found guilty by court-martial
of an offense against two small
girls and now facing a life SEN
tence in prison, Capt. M. McDon-
aid Jones, noted Army polo player,
today is confined in Walter Reed
Hospital undergoing mental ex-
animation.
Captain Jones, who has played
on number of civilian polo
teams and is regarded as one of
the best players in the country,
was convicted at Ft. Bliss, Texas,
where he was on duty with the
Eighth Cavalry.
RIDING INSTRUCTOR
Assigned as riding instructor,
Captain Jones gave lessons to the
wives and children of officers on
the post. 1t was understood the
two young girls involved in the
case are daughters of a brother
officer.
Following his conviction he was
brought here and placed in the
prison ward of the hospital while
alienists have him under mental
observation.
AWAIT ALIENISTS' REPORT
Jones was relieved from duty
last April and the court martial
followed after a board of inquiry
had investigated the case.
The sentence of the court will
not be in effect until the alienists
have made their report and then
the sentence must go to the Sec
retary of War and the President
for approval.
The Washington times., 1938-07-07
Federation 10 Offer
Housing Sketch on Air

A sketch on housing. entitled
Fact" will be presented by the
Federation of Architects. Engin-
eers, Chemists and Technicians
over the WJSV radio station at
9:45 a. m. Saturday.
The Washington times., 1938-07-07
Pdulette Lists
Herself as
MrS.Chaplin

DEL MONTE, Calf, July 7
G.N.SO SO.-Paulette Goddard is
Mrs. Charles Chaplin-at least to
Paulette Goddard.
That was definite today follow
ing two incidents during the ac-
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julius 'etiers"" senger train. He
was struck and dargged 180 feet
before Engineer Norman Beck
could stop the train. Doctors said
that death had been instan
taneous.
This was the second time
tragedy struck in the home Of
Mrs. Batchie M. jefferson, widowed
mother of the boy. Several years
ago another son was shot and
killed at their home in Tennessee.
Stood on Tracks
The father died several years
ago, and Mrs. jefferson came here
with her six young children to
make her home at Westmore, a
suburb of Rockville.
Fascinated by trains, little Ju-
Illus left home this morning bare
footed and ran down to the cross
ing to watch the oncoming freight.
The crossing is not equipped with
o bell or any other warning.
He stood on the track as the
freight passed, and its noise
drowned out the sound of the
approaching passenger train.
The engineer saw the little boy
standing there and blew the
whistle, when the youngster failed
to move, he applied the brakes,
but the fast moving train struck
the boy and slid down the tracks
some distance before it came to a
halt.
Mother in Collapse
Mrs. Jefferson collapsed when
notified of the death of her
youngest child
Other members of the family
are Rosa, 18: Carl, 16; Denver,
13; William, II, and Knoxie, Z.
The crushed body of the little
victim was taken to a Rockville
undertaken, and an investigation
of the tragedy was started by
county police.
The Washington times., 1938-07-07
BUDDY LOSES TEMPER:
ROGERS KNOCKS DOWN HECKLER
WHO GIVES HIM SIPHON BATH
BUDDY LOSES TEMPER:
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HOLLYWOOD July QN.s)-Buddy Rogers popular Or
chesra leader and husband of Mary Pickford doesn't mind
particularly when swing enthusiast tosss his
head but when playful person shoots soda water out of
siphon at him, that's different.
$50 played the Soda Water Swing" said Buddy today
as he admitted planting right to the jaw unidentified
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-08-27
9TH DEM. CONG.
 CONVENTION DATE

Saturday, Sept. IT, has been selected as the date for the Demo- cratic party congressional conven- ton for the fifth congressional dis trict At the convention, which will be held at the Torrington city hall, Rep J. Joseph Smith, is expected to be unopposed for renomination.
 U. s. Senator Francis T. Maloney. Of Meriden, will be the principal l speaker at the convention. He is slated to deliver the keynote speech at the Democratic state convention in New London three days earlier
 Judge Peter Cavanaugh is chair man of the committee in charge of convention arrangements. A com- plete convention committee, com- prised of prominent Democrats from many of the 37 towns in the congressional district, will meet soon to make convention arrange ments.
 Waterbury's delegates to the con- gressional convention will be selected at caucus Monday night in the city hall. This city will have q delegates.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-08-27

said:
 There are great countries in Flu rope which have system of gov- ernment very different from ours, which no one of us, brought up in the traditions of parliamentary democracy, will accept for our selves, but that is no reason why we should conduct our foreign po- Hey as though friendship was im- possible with these states of wide ly different political systems.
 For my part, I repudiatc alto- gether the outlook which is tempt cd to say that war is inevitable, as though certain countries were bound to be our enemies.
 T would rather proclaim the view that if all nations alike will do their utmost to remove the causes that might lead to war, and will try to meet in fair spirit difficult ties from whatever quarter they come, war is never invitable. The influence of Britain is constantly thrown on the side of peace.
 Violence Not Safe e.
 For we are convinced that true solutions cannot be found by the use of violent means. Apart from the losses, suffering and death which accompany such measures their adoption in any given instance may easily have repercussions which might in certain circum- stances involve others besides the parties firstly concerned, and once
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-08-27
Nazi Leaders Haue
 Receiued Warning
Continued fromNPage D

this process begins, who can say where 1t will end?"
 For our part, while there are interests and duties affecting us and the people of the empire to protect and discharge which we would fight, we shall at all times bring the whole weight of our in- fluence to bear with view to pre- vention of the outbreak of war in any part of the world, and shall always be ready to make our con- tribution to the maintenance of peace.'
 Will Protect Czechs
 Sir John then turned specifically to Czechoslovakia and reafflrmed the speech to parliament last March "A by Prime Minister Neville Cham berlain. Chamberlain had warned Germany that France is bound by treaty to aid Czechoslovakia if the latter Is invaded, and that Britain intends to stand by France-mean- ing that if war is forced, Britain would be dragged in. Regarding Chamberlain's declaration Sir John said:
 There is nothing to add to or vary in its content"
 Reverting to the necessity fol peace, he paid tribute to the efforts of President Roosevelt, and Secre- tary of State Cordell Hull, saying:
 There is no need to emphasize the importance of finding a peace. ful solution. For in the modern world, there is no limit to the re. actions of war.
 Roosevelt, Hull
 You will have read the striking speech made the other day by MT Cordell Hull, American secretary ol state, when he laid stress on the widespread reactions of war and the necessity for substituting a methoc of friendly cooperation. What ht said and what President Roosevelt said few days later in Canada must have awaken a responsive echo in many British hearts"
 Sir Johns speech, so openly ad- mitting the grave danger of immi- nent war, and the dispatch of 4 warships to the North Sea recalled August 1914, when Winston Church. i'll, then first lord of admiralty sent the fleet north on his own initiative on the eve of war with Germany.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-08-27
WOOL MARKET

Boston, Aug. 27- UP)-Trading was very slow with most houses in the Boston wool market, the U. s. Department of Agriculture reported today.
 A few dealers sold moderate quantities of fine territory and Texas wools in Original bags at prices that were mostly steadily.
 Graded Territory wools were very slow and nominal quotations were unchanged.
 Quotations were somewhat ire gular on graded bright fleece wools. fine Deloine bright fleece wool was fairly firm at 29-31 cents in the brease and combing half blood was steady at 30-31 cents.
 Graded combing bright three eighths and quarter blood bright fleece wools were slightly easier at 3031 in the grease.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-08-27
SOCIALIST PARTY
 FILES PETITION

Petitions of the Communist and Socialist-Labor parties were filed late yesterday at the office of Town Clerk Mary c. Kilmartin seeking to have tickets of both parties place. on the voting machines for the con- ing state elections.
 The Communist party listed thf following candidates: Governor, Isa a. dor Wofsy, New Haven; lieutenant governor, Donald Wheeldin, Hart . ford; secretary of state, Pearl Kos by, Bridgeport; treasurer. Olaf Fl lison, Hartford; controller, Harr. Kaplan, New Haven; attorney-gen- eral, Adolph R. Storm, Stafford; U s. senator, Michael Russo, Bridge port; congressman-at-large, Sydney Wilson, Hartford: 6th district con- gressman, Charles Crasnitski, Water bury.
 The Socialist-Labor party ticket
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-08-27
NEW USED CAR
 EXCHANGE OPENS

Waterbury has new used car ex- change. For today the Brass City Used Car Exchange opened it's doors at 387 Meadow street with large stock of all kinds of reconditioned used cars at moderate prices.
 The Brass City Used Car Ex- change is under the active manage ment of John Greet, well known in this city for years, where he has catered to the needs of the motor ing public in this section.
 MT. Greet said today: Tt will be our policy to feature only thorough ly reconditioned used cars and we intend to sell them at the lowest prices possible. Our large stock of cars will include all models, and all makes ranging from real low prices to more moderate ones.
 With his years of actual experi- ence in catering to the wants of the people of this section of the state MT. Creel is sure to get off to a flying start in his new enterprise.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-08-27
BITTER FIGHT FOR DELEGATE
 CONTROL SEEN
Democrats in Crucial Cau- cuses Monday May De-
 eide Senatorship

Hartford, Conn.,, August 27 - (UP) - The bitter New Deal Conservative struggle in the Connecticut Democratic party entered a crucial stage today as final preparations were made for Monday nights caucuses and conven- tions. Principal interest cen- tered on the battle for the U. s. senatorial nomination between incumbent Conserv- ative Senator Augustine Lon- ergan and Representative Herman P. Kopplemann, 100 per cent New Dealer. Another candi- date for the senatorship, Archibald McNeil, Bridgeport, issued state- ment asserting:
 ITO renominate Gus Lonefgan is to insult the intelligence and alien ate thousands of loyal Roosevelt Democrats.
 "A political machine that ignores a public mandate signs its own death warrant. The result of the recent Hartford primaries proved Spellacy's vulnerability.
 If the democratic state organiza- ton by coercion and through patron age can whip enough delegates into line to force Lonergan's renomina- tion, they will still have to reckon with voters, and some bosses may wonder what hit the entire ticket on election day.
 "In my opinion, if we had direct primary in Connecticut as they have in Georgia and Maryland, President Roosevelt would be speaking against Lonefgan as he has against George and Tydings.
 q urge Democrats in their caucuses Monday night to fearlessly declare their allegiance to Roosevelt and to those who are loyal to his objectives."
 Meantime, Congressman Kopple- mann directed his fire on the New Britain machine opposing him in a primary there Monday.
 "Who says I cannot come into New Britain?" Kopplemann asked a mass meeting. T represent you in Washington" The statement was regarded as reply to Mayor George w. Coyle who stated Kopplemann promised him he would not enter the New Britain primary.
 'If agreed not to come here," the congressman said, T would no longer deserve to be your congress- man. What right have I to say I will not permit the president of the United States to get your votes Monday in your caucus?" Elsewhere:
 Lawfence D. Griffith, Enfield, an- nounced his candidacy for the Dem- ocratic State Senate nomination from the seventh district. The seat now is held by James Rabbett, Windsor Locks Democrat.
 Thomas J. Reilly, Stamford Dem- ocrat, came out for the nomination for Fairfield County Sheriff Ed ward Platt, Republican, now holds the job.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-08-27

women into the trenches as prosti- tutes".
 War Talk Increases
 AS the protest was delivered, ten sion and war talk increased notably in cafes and on the streets.
 The Sudeten German party, rep resenting that part of the German minority which seeks autonomy, had announced its inability to assume responsibility for attacks against members of the German minority and withdrew orders to members under which there was to be nc fighting back.
 Authoritative sources had de- nounced this decree as unlawful and had warned that police would deal energetically with any who at- tempted to misuse the proclamation as motive to endanger peace ant order.
 Today leaders of the Sudeter party expressed themselves as skep' tical that negotiations could be re- sumed effectively on a new program of minority concessions which tht government Is about to offer.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-08-27
DRIVER HURT IN
 UNSUAL CRASH

George Frumerin, 32, of 6l Bel mont street, East Bridgewater, Mass, injured shortly before 6 o'clock this morning when the 16- ton truck which he was driving struck an overhead bridge on South Leonard street, near South Main street. Police said that Frumerin had forgotten to lower the main body of the truck, which had been elevated.
 The truck driver is patient at Waterbury hospital, where 1t was reported that he had suffered a possible brain concussion. His con- dition was said to be good"
 Motor Patrolman Joseph Lovallo investigated the mishap. He reported that both truck and bridge were damaged in the collision.
 Capt. William Duggan said that Frumerin will be arrested on a reck- less driving charge. He said that the truck body can be elevated by means of a hoist. It was so elevated, he said, at the time of the crash.
 Philip Tavolino of Avon took Frumerin to the hospital after the accident.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-08-27
PASSWAY RIGHTS
 TO BE DETERMINED

The Citizens and Manufacturers National Bank as executors of the estate of the late Nicholas Con- bellack, probation officer and su- perintendent of the Boys Club, to- day filed suit in superior court against Domenick Diorio and other. CTS, to determine passWay rights of property in Cheshire.
 The properties of the litigants are adjoining.
 Clearance of title to 66 IA acres of land at Georges Hill," South bury is the basis of another action filed by Emma o. Lundin against the estate of the late Deborah Clark of Southbury.
 Damages of $5,000 and decree of partial ownership of Ansonia property is asked by Jennie Snow of Ansonia in an action against Carrie R. Parker of Ansonia. At torney Carl A Lundgren, foreman of the Waterbury extraordinary grand jury appears as counsel for the plaintiff. She claims she joined with the defendant in the purchase of property, and now has nothing to show title to her invest ment.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-08-27
Seeks Nomination

ocratic nomination for one of the city's two seats in the lower house.
 Earlier this week John B. Goss was reported as in the running for the Republican nomination for sen- ator from the 18th district, the place currently held by Senator George T. Culhane.
 MT. Boyce stated: T am willing to accept the nomination if it is of fered to me and if elected will serve the city and state to the best of my ability"
 He has been active in Republican party affairs and his candidacy is expected to have considerable strength when the conventions are held, the date yet to be set.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-08-27
BUILDING PERMITS
 SHOW INCREASE

Building permits issued by cities and towns in Connecticut during the month of July increased sub stantially over those of the pre- vious month and surpassed the $3 ,OOO ,O00 mark among the 26 muni- cipalities included in the monthly building survey taken by the De- partment of sales and traffic de- velopment of the New Haven Rail- road. The survey made public to- day by w. J. Landon, sales and service agent, showed however, that the July figures were considerably below those of the corresponding month last year.
 Total valuation of the permits issued by the 26 communities during July was $3,016,764, gain of $28l,- 449 over June. In July, 1887, the permits of the same cities reached a figure of $3 3,406,757.
 Exactly half of the 26 cities and towns participated in the increase over June's building totals. These were Bristol, Danbury, East Hart ford, Fairfield, Hamden, Hartford, Middletown, New Britain, Norwich, South Norwalk, Stamford, West Hartford and Willimantic.
 Hartford headed the July list with building permits valued at $754,347, while South Norwalk and West Hartford were second and third respectively. Greenwich, New London and Waterbury were the leaders in June.
 Twelve of the cities and towns enjoyed building permit gains over July, 1937 These were Danbury, East Hartford, Fairfield, Green wich, Hamden, Hartford, Middle town, South Norwalk, Stamford, Stratford, Waterbury and West Hartford.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-08-27
By ELMER c. WALZER


 New York, Aug. 27-(UP)-Stocks declined further in the early trad ing today on tn european tension and steadied before the close fol- lowing publication of the text of Sir John Simons speech.
 The speech was interpreted favor ably, especially Sir Johns remark that was was not inevitable. Lead ing issues came back a point or SC from their lows but a majority con- tinued under the previous close.
 Considerable profit-taking was noted in the recently strong auto mobile group. Steels were better supported than most groups on an- ticipation the operating rate next would hold steady on rise slightly. Bonds made an irregular decline. Wheat jumped more than cent a bushel. Cotton lost few points.
 Secretary of Labor Perkins report ed residential building permits in D. 081 cities for July totaled $125, ,656,- 522, rise of 79.1 per cent as com- pared with June and gain of 1288 per cent as compared with July 1887. The Federal Reserve board re- ported department store sales throughout the nation for the week ended August 20 down only per cent from a year ago, against a 12 per cent decline in the preceding week.
 Principal volume centered on mo- tor shares, with General Motors the most active stock. It touched 48 3-4, fell to 47 7-8, of l 1-2 net and then rallied. Briggs lost nearly a point and Electric Auto-Lite more than point before meeting support In the railroad division, widest change was made by Albany & Sus-
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-08-27
Playground d Runners Enjoy Free Cinenas
Track Team Guests at Loew's POl and State-Arthur
 WestwOOd Cheshire Church Speaker
WATERYILLE

Waterville, Aug. 27-All members of the Waterville track team were guests at Loew's Poli Palace theater Wednesday evening as acknowledge ment for being the victorious track team of the parks playgrounds, and again Thursday night they were guests at the State theater. Mem- bers of the team were: Eugene Moriarty, Robert Collins, Armand Ricard, Sonny Clark, Patrick Mari arty, Jr., Charles Stevens, John Snyder, Girard Miclette, Frank AL neida. Robert Fox, Daniel Perillo, Andre Dunne, John Moriarty, Bud Collins, Tony Bernacci, Dewey Full ton, Richard Dalton and Bud Wag- ner.
 A picnic is being held today at Waterville playground, under the Black Rock for all children of the direction of the supervisors. The cars left the park this morning at 10 o'clock, and will return at 5 p. m.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-08-27
PAIR HELD FOR
 WATERFOWL COPS

Francis Sherwell, 32, of 903 West Main street and Ernest Desimone, 34 of 8 Chase Park avenue, were ar- rested here last night by Detective Sergt. Anthony Mariana at the re- quest of Watertown authorities.
 The men are charged with breach of the peace, having allegedly caus- ed disturbance in Watertown They were turned over to Officer Louis Jordan of Watertown.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-08-27
Market Drops Down Today Because of Tension in Europ
Stocks Steady Before
 Closing or Session
Sir John SimOns Speech Had Soothing Effect Upon
 Market-Much Profit Taking in Sight

quehanna which made a new high at 1l5 up IS IA. Norfolk & Vest ern sold at l66 of 5. Union Pacific lost ? points.
 Steel common touched 59 1-8 of l 1-S and then made up nearly all the loss. Bethlehem recovered to around the previous close from a de- cline of nearly point.
 Losses of point or more were noted in Amerada, American To- bacco B, American Telephone, Johns Manville, Owens Illinois Glass, Lib- bey- -Owens-Ford Glass, Fears Roe- buck, U. s. Rubber preferred, Vest ern Union, Westinghouse Electric and Zenith Radio.
 Consolidated Edison declined to 27 5-8 off 3-4 and then came back partially. Other utilities registered small losses around closing time.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-08-27
PAIR ARRESTED
 FOR FIST FIGHT

Continuances to September were given by Judge Edward Mascolo in city court today to Michael Basile, P, of 20 Easton avenue, and Martin Eisenberger, 28, of 362 Chipman street, who are charged with breach of the peace. The two were arrested by Patrolmen James Wagner and Walter Lizak, who reported that they were engaged In a fight, on West Main street.
 David Levine, g, of 514 Norton Parkway, New Haven, charged with violating the rules of the road, re- ceived continuance to Monday.