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Evening star., 1938-12-02
BY the Associated Press.

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A new streamlined infantry regi-
ment, smaller but far more mobile
and harder hitting than either its
World War counterpart or the regi-
ment Of today, has received War
Department approval.
Moving by motor truck and armed
With semi-automatic rifles, it is in
tended to become major unit In
the high-speed Army on wheels
which Is being developed to- keep
pace with postwar trends.
While ofncials made public details
Of these plans today, Secretary Of
War Woodring reported to Presi-
dent Roosevelt that national defense
requirements may hasten construc-
ton of q third and possibly larger
set Of locks for the Panama Canal
His report followed closely his
recommendation to Mr.. Roosevelt
that the canal be made "impreg-
nable."
Current surveys, which will be
speeded up, contemplate new facili-
ties costing $50, 0,000, 900 or more, to
be ready about 1860. Begun In
1896, the surveys were ordered by
Congress to meet expected increased
demands from merchant craft and
warships Of larger size and from q
greater now Of trafdc.
OmciAls who told Of the new in
fantry plans said three Of the new
regiments will undergo field tests
for = year in Texas as . part Of q
projected smaller infantry division.
At full war strength the new unit
has but 2,41l officers and men, COM
pared with the World Wars 3.742
and the present 3,0oe.
Evening star., 1938-12-02

set Of the zoning row that the
county commissioners proposed to
legalize non conforming zoning uses
because litigation involving one such
use threatened to delay the Ma
tional Capital Commissions ap-
proval Of the park allotment.
The litigation referred to Is the
Fritz case.
It was explained that the utiga-
ton challenged the constitutionahty
of the Maryland-Na Capital
Park and Planning Commission and
that its bonds securing a portion
Of the allotment might not be &C
cepted while the suit was pending.
Civic leaders claimed there actual
ly was no danger Of litigation delay
ing approval of the allotment, how
ever. It was brought out during
the controversy that the litigation
In question was withdrawn October
II and that even prior to the county
commissioners proposal the allot-
ment had been approved and the
money made available to the two
counties.
Proponent Change Vste.
Commissioners Clay Plummer,
Robert D. Hagner and Richard H.
Lansdale, the three Democratic
board members who had passed the
hrst resolution proposing legaliza-
ton OF zoning infractions, and
Frank H. Karn, Republican presi-
dent of the board. voted today in
favor OF the motion to rescind the
original measure.
Commissioner Paul M. Coughlan,
the second member of the Repub-
lican minority group on the board
and who had voted with Mr.. Karn
against adoption of the measure to
validate non-conforming uses Of
property, was not present.
Following the action to rescind,
Commissioner Plummer. sponsor Of
the resolution to legalize the son-
ing violations, issued the following
statement:
I'VE are advised that commit
ments had been received which as
sure the 5000 900 for the completion
of Section of Rock Creek Park
from Connecticut avenue past Ken
sington toward Rockville and the
construction of roads and recrea-
tional facilities in that important
continuation of Rock Greek Park,
and that the Montgomery County
litigation over non-conforming uses
will no longer be possible barrier
to Prince Georges County receiving
5000 900 for the purchase of the i'm
portant parkway now planned in
the valley of the Anacostia River,
and it was our opinion that the
Montgomery County officials should
not let Montgomery County litiga-
ton stand in the way of the crea-
ton of this great park in Prince
Georges County.
LAS q result we have reconsidered
our resolution Of November 20 and
voted today to rescind that action
Smith Makes Comment.
j. Bond Smith Of Takoma Park,
general counsel for the Maryland
National Capital Park and Plan
ming Commission and q Democratic
leader, declared when questioned to-
day that he was not in sympathy
with the zoning changes the county
commissioners had planned to make.
Il was not consulted" he said,
with respect to the zoning action Of
the Board Of County Commissioners,
which was taken without my knowl-
edge, approval or acquiescence.
Neither has It been referred to
me by my commission for an opin-
ion. If and when it Is so referred, I
apprehend that I shall have lttle
difficulty in passing upon 1t expe-
ditiously."
Evening star., 1938-12-02
New StreomIined Regiment
Will Be ested by Army
Motorized Infantry Unit Will Be More
Mobile, With Greater Fire Power

Whereas the 1918 regiment was
armed with 5000 Springfield, SINGLE
shot rifles, and the existing regiment
has 1852 such weapons, the new or
ganization will have 1892 seml-auto-
matte rifles, giving triple fire power.
1t also will have heavier and more
numerous machine guns and aux
1liary weapons.
The horse and mule have been
marked for eventual complete dis
card. The World War regiment had
1863 animals. while the present full
strength outfit has 457. The new
unit will depend on 141 motor vehi-
cles OF various types for movement
OF men and materiel.
Squads have been increased from
3 to IL men. Until the Garand
semi automatic shoulder rifles are
ready in greater quantities each
squad will have a Browning ma
chine gun. The Army now has only
about 5000 Of these new semi-auto-
matics, although production has
been speeded up. They fire eight
shots without reloading.
The reorganization, officials said,
was the result of years of study and
tests, and was in line with recon-
mendations Of numerous experts, in
cluding Gen. Malin Craig, chief Of
staff, and Maj. Gen. George A.
Lynch, chief Of Infantry.
Fighting in Spain and China, Gen.
Craig said in his annual report, con-
firms "the testimony Of history that
the infantry is the core and the
essential substance Of an army"
Gen. Lynch complained recently
that the present regiment was bad
" outmoded" by foreign develop
mentS,"
Evening star., 1938-12-02

PRAGUE, CZECHOSLOvAKIA.
NEW PREMIER-Dr. Ru-
dolf Beran, for 20 years a foe
Of the former President Benes,
named Premier of the second
Csechslovak government. DR..
Beran, the former head Of
the Agrarian party, was
named to his post by DR.. Emil
Hacha, who was elected presi-
dent Of the republic by the
National Assembly.
Wide World Photo.
Evening star., 1938-12-02
Montgomery Restind,
Move 10 legaIize
zoning Infradions
Board Tokes Action
To Alloy Bitter
Controversy j,
BACKGROUND

BACKGROUND
On November ~ the Board Of
Montgomery County Commits
stomsTs adopted a resolutions pro-
postNc an amendment to soHiwg
ordinances le0alixtRg all no~-
Conforming uses Of property IN
TIE county. contendtHg such &C.
ton sDos necessary to end Ati0a-
ton delaying approval Of a $780,
900 Federal Park loan. Civic lead
eTs Immediately uotced a vigorous
protest on the basis the nsope
oovld destroy the cownty's sowtng
structure.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-09-28
Future Bride Is
 Rendered ShotVes

Mrs. Teresa DeLeo, Mrs. Lucy Spina and Misses Ann Squatriglia and Josephine scatta were host esses at a shower given in honor Of Miss Josephine Lestorti. Miss Les- torti will marry Edward squatriglia at St. Luey's church, Q Q. m, on Saturday, Oct, l.
 Those attending were Mary Mol- lica, Antoinette Bruno, Helen Gen. ovese, Angela Veneziano,, Irene La- bonte, Mrs. Frank DeLeo, Joseph- inc Scatta Mrs, R. Petruccione, Jennie Dattilio. Mrs. John Spina, Lena DeLeo, Mary orsini, Mrs. Parisi, Mrs. Teresa DeLeo, Pauline DiNunZio, Mrs. Angelo Mancuso, Mrs. J. P. Flamighetti, Josephine Fortunate, Angelina Anastasia, An. toinette Dadamo, Mrs. James Sa- lemi, Antoinette Christiano, Mrs, Victoria Guerrero, Mrs, Francis Ma rano, Helen Ruberto. W!nifred Spina, Rose Spina, Adeline Cont, Carmel la Rosa, Mrs. J. orSini.
 Antoinette souatriglia, Aida squa- trielia, Anna Spina, sina sanchi Antoinette Lega, Carolina DeLeo Lucy Brancato, Mrs. Salvatore Cos cia, Jane Negara, Mrs, Anthony Pilia, J. denovese, Anna C:arletti, Mrs. Louise Vaccia. Mrs, L. Lan- Hieri, Ida Trendi Concetta Bu2zelli, Mrs. Louis Parente, Lena Carlosui, Mrs. D. Deldrasso, Mrs. R, Conti- hello, Jennie Santillo, Mrs, Elem ore, Mrs. George Barrachina, Mrs. ?. Davina Mrs. Krowchenko. An. galina Roberto, Rose Solomita, Mrs. L. Gentle. Marian Kravitz, Mrs. M. Weren't, Mrs. N. Bianco, Lenora Varanelli, Marie Daddona, Betty Coscia Lucy Croce, Mrs, D.. Mayucca. Mrs. P. scatta. Mrs, Fortunate. Mrs. E. Catalina, Mary orsini Connie CampNgna, Mrs. Anthony Luccaro, Alice Ricclezza, Rose Restivo, Assunda Colucci, Eva Cerbosi, Mrs, V. Accardi, Grace Capone. Anita Masserni, Margaret DiCarolis, Mary Natalie, Mary zello. Mrs. Nancy Aiessio, Mrs. Ralph zello, Mary Magaldi, Mary Santagu!da, Mrs. Lucy Mol- lica, Mrs. P. W. squatriglia, Mrs. Mae shiano, Mrs, Rianco, Mrs. Rose Forte, Mrs, Mary dugliottl, Marie Verrastro, Mary Mastrofran- cesco and Mrs. Pelagano.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-09-28
Jeanette Cir1inera
 Is Sholver Guest

A surprise linen shower was eiv- on In honor of Miss Jeanette II. Ciminera by Mrs. Joseph Mango ct her home on Beacon street oti Sun day. The guests included; Mrs. Car inela Brevetti. Mrs. Mary DiLorenzo Mrs, Buonanno, Mrs. Edward Mir field, Mrs. Lucy Landolh, Mrs. A, ?. Colgan, Mrs. David Upper, Kath- erine Dalton, Mrs. R. solomone Helen Dalton, Mrs. Frank R. Young Mrs. Frank oerace. Mrs. 3. Kenny Mrs. Louis Dievetti, Mrs. Michael Mangiapane. Mrs. James Lyons, Mrs D. Ciervo Mrs. Mary Carney, Hel- on 0. Madeaux. Mrs. Joseph Bre- vetti, Mrs. P. Stance, Helen Fenton Mrs. Anna Dirgincius, Mrs. Rose Breve.ti, Theresa Fleming.
 Mrs. D. Cronley. Grace 0aiuppo Mrs, J. DIllane, Mrs. Margaret Vi- tone, Marjorie Horan, Mrs, Andrew DiPietro, Helen LaBrie, Mrs. A. Vi- cedomini, Mrs. Frank Romano, Mrs D, J. Muscio, Mrs. William Santora Mrs. J. DeVita, Mrs. Robert La- Erie, Rose Solomon, Betty Solomon, Mrs. Louis Laudati, Mrs, P. Nice. cariello. Mrs. William Feest, Mrs James DeChicchio. Mrs. Frank Ciminera, Antoinette E. Ciminera, Joseph Mango and Jeanette II. Cim- inera. ...
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-09-28
In The Local
 7,he0teYS
PULI'S

The two super-shockers of tns century, 'Frankenstein" and -nxa' cula" opened this afternoon ct tht popular Loew Poll theater to hall scared, half-fascinated record mat inee attendance. Many Of this ca. paclty crowd had seen these tWf thrillers before, but were here agaiN for this mammoth horror revival, se drawn to them were they, by thell electrifying and terrifying drama.
 There are many scenes in these films that will both literally and figuratively prompt you to clutch at your neighbours closest arm as the screen very nearly devours you, put there Is one in particular in Prank enstein," that the most blase peo- pie will never be able to resist. The excited young Dr. Frankensteir played brilliantly by Colin Give, and his devilish little dwarf-assistaEit Dwight Frye, complete the last sur gical operation on their home-nada man. They dash to their shriekinn electrical inventions and test the life-giving ray then ... l Buf 1t is entirely too precious to givE awayl It is @ thrill that must pc seen.
 "Dracula", starring Bela Lugosis is the drama of a fiend who prnyeo upon his victims while they sleptl Dracula grand master oa the undead creatures of darkness. comes to drink his All of living bloodl
 Universal, with its customary pioneering inclinations, has taken these daring stories of the eight- eenth century and added the in- gradients of superb casts, truly mar velous photography, fascinating sets. and a heaping portion of some cf the best direction available in Hol- lywood, and in consequence have presented the screen with their greatest film-f fantasies.
 In addition to these screen thrill- CTS there will be an exceptional stage performance of mysteries never seen or heard of before. For one performance only, at Q p. m. RosiFii- Huber ana company VIII prinG you chills and thrills galore. See these world celebrated magicians perform before your very eyes, The Hlndo Basket Mystery, The Ghost Cabinet, The Production of Fire, The East Indian Trick and many other aEnax- ing feats. Here Is a program Of the most mystifying entertainment n the world.
 Saturday the most talked about picture of this year, Boys Town" !" opens 0 four day engagement at this theater. Co-starred In this heart-warming drama are Spencer Tracy and Mickey Rooney. giving the most brilliant performances of their respective careers. Make q date now to see Boys Town" It is also an important part of the Movie Quiz $2600oo contest. Oct your free Movie Quiz Booklet ct no Loew Poll theater today, if you haven't already entered this contest.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-09-28

South won the first trick with the club queen. then finessed q club. East discarding diamond. Now the spade ace was laid down, then c low heart was led and won with the king. A spade was returned, and West could do no better than take his king. He then led c diamond, but lt was too late.
 South won, led . club, and cashed two club tricks by means Of tho proved finosse, thefi laid down the queen and another spade for four no trump. 4
 As l said at the beginning, South could not make the contract with an opening diamond lead, but it must be admitted that the lead would be ct least ag unusual ag the card cofnblnations iii tifo hand. Copyright l030, NIEA Service. Incl
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-09-28
MOUieS Playing
 Today
STATE


 Today and tomorrow afford the theater- going public their last op- portunity of seeing -Four Daugh- ters" starring Priscilla Lane, Jeffry Lynn and John Garfield; also "Racket Busters" with Humphrey Bogart and George Brent in the leading roles. Both pictures are S2SO 900 Movie Quiz contest pictures
 In line with its present policy of presenting the cream of the mo- ton picture crop" and living up to the familiar slogan Motion Pic lures Are Your Best Entertainment" the management of the Warner Bros. state will present Sing You Sinners" as the next giant double feature unit show which opens It's engagement with performances Fri day.
 Bing Crosby and Fred MacMurray head the cast of this most exciting and different dramatic comedy which deals with the antics of the batty Beebe family. You haven't really laughed until you meet this clan. They're riot as they wrangle their way through the widest whirl of family fusses ever fought.
 This is Bing's latest comedy and 1t turns the crooner away from the fast-stepping and energetic role he played recently and casts him in the part of Q happy-go-lucky and ne-er -do-well son of a small town family who wins fame for himself and his mad-cap family by persist ent nerve, and his incomparablt good fortune. MacMurray plays the role of Bing's serious minded and despairing brother, whose romance with "The girl next door" consists of one postponed wedding date after another, due the family playboy'' inability to get himself a permanent job. Elizabeth Patterson plays tho boys Tong-suffering mother while Donald O'Connor, the new sensa' tional screen find, completes th' family group.
 Hank" Luisette, All-Americar and ex-Stanford basketball star wil be seen in the second smash hit oi the program Campus Confessions"
 This is another of the States al Movie Quiz programs. Both pictures are included in the $260,000 Movie Quiz contest and will be big helI to contestants when answering th' questions found in the Movie Quii booklet. Make the State your Movie Quiz headquartetrs and plan to SCI the required 30 of the 94 contes pictures at this theater.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-09-28
STRAND

Many pleasant memories were re- vived at the Warner Bros. Strand theater yesterday when Irving Ber- lin's "Alexander's Ragtime Band, the years most talked about pie ture flashed across the screen to the tune Of twenty-eight of Ber- lin's famous melodies.
 It was the memories attached to these melodies which sent the minds of many theatergoerS of that ca- pacity audience racing back through the years.
 Perhaps the band played Always" ct the wedding of the old couple sitting in the rear of the theater; or maybe the couple on the other side became engaged while listen- ing to Remember; and then again maybe that parential-looking pair sitting in the middle aisle first met when the orchestra was playing Blue Skies" Anyway many mem. ories were recalled as these melodies started with "Alexander's RagtimG Band" In 1911 and swept down through the years to the familiar My Walking Stick" of the current year of 1898.
 This picture stands out as Q bea- con along the highroad Of motion picture progress. It spans the quar- ter of Q century from the birth of Jazz to the gloriiication of swing.
 Three great stars, Tyrone Power Alice Faye and Don Ameche arc starred in the leading roles with Ethel Norman, Jack Haley, Jean Hersholt, John Carradine and other notables round out the grand sup porting cast.
 Co-featuring this program Is the exciting picture Speed to Burn" co-starring two screen favorites Mi. chael Whalen and Lynn Bari.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-09-28
Weddings
HOLDEN : JONES


 There is interest here in the an- fiouncement of the coming marriage of Mss Grace Elizabeth Jones, daughter of Mir. and Mrs. Richard P. Jones of West Hartford, to Benedict M. Holden, son of Mrs, Grace Farrell Holden and the late Benedict M. Holden of Hartford, which will take place October l2 si St. Joseph's Cathedral in Hartford ct Il o'clock. The bride-elect's s cousin, Rev. Bernard Flynn Of New Britain, will officiate ct the cere- mony which will be followed by 0 reception at the Pennington Coun- try club.
 Mss Airline Thieme of West Hart- ford will be maid of honor for Miss Jones. who will also be attended by six bridesmaids, Miss Louise Jones, q cousin, Misses Dorothy Macveagh Jane Cook, and Mrs. John Davis Murphy of West Hartford, Miss Ruth Kennedy of Hartford and Miss Julie Smith of East Hartford,
 Roger V. Stephenson of West Hartford brother-in-law of MT. Holden, will be the best man and the ushers will include the bride- elects Ave brothers, Richard r, Jones, Jr., Edward Jones, William Jones, Arthur Jones and Gilbert Jones. Daniel Flynn and James s. Coburn of Hartford Thomas GIL Robert Powell and Edward r, Ahern, Jr, Of West Hartford.
 The bride-elect Is Q graduate of Mount st. Joseph academy and of Rosemont college in Pennsylvania, MT. Holden was graduated from Taft. Yale college and the Yale Law school. He is nephew of pr. John '. Farrell of Holmes avenue.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-09-28
B. And F. Club Arrdnges
 Program For Octob Der

ports on the state and the regional conventions will also be read.
 october 18th and 11th have been selected by the ways and means com mittee as the dates for @ rummage sale ct a place to be announced later. A cabinet meeting will be held at the club rooms on Monday, october 10th, ct ' o'clock.
 The annual Halloween party will be held on Saturday evening, Oc- tober 2oth, with the social committee in charge. Supper will be served at 6:S0 o'clock after which a program of entertainment will be enjoyed. Members will not dress in costume.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-09-28
BY BILL PORTER AND GEORGE SCARBO
T. M. REQ. 0. s. PAT. oFR.

One of Hollywood's finest actors Joseph schildkraut is also an acc complished musician and fluent linguist speaks seven different languages studied music and drama in Europe .. came to the U. s. in 1921 his first movie was orphans of the storm" with Lil- Han Gish he alternates between stage and films , on the death of his father in 1880 he gave up the screen devoted himself to New York and European stages re- turned to Hollywood in 1888 |. his constant companion on the movie set is his mother, Mrs. Erna Schild- kraut.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-09-28
DEMOCRATS MEET
 TONIGHT AT YMCA

A special meeting Of all Demo- crats has been called for tonight by Sen. George T. Culhane, 1t was an- nounced today. The purpose, 1t was explained, is to discuss enrolment of new voters and all members of the party will be welcome ct the Y. M, c. A. this evening, the announce rnent cites.
 Senator Culhane was sponsor Of the reorganization committee" which, by agreement with the Dem- ocratic voters committee and the town committee, approved delegates to the recent conventions,
 So far aS making new voters is concerned, the registrars will receive applications until Oct. s and new voters will be enrolled from about Oct. Il until the IT.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-09-28

Does the expert eliminate oil Of the luck from the gamer Most cer- tainly not. Let's look at today's hand
 If West had opened Q diamond the contract would be automat- cally defeated. The deciaref re- ceived e very favorable opening, and then had to play every card just right to make the contract. The
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-09-28
Personal

MT. and Mrs. William Cotter of Wolcott street have been spending few days with relatives In Bos- ton.
 Miss Angeline santora of Astoria, L. l., has been the guest Of MT, and Mrs. John Berardis of Pearl street for several days.
 Miss Emmeline Manganiello Of Lexington avenue has resumed her studies at Wellesley college where she Is c member of the senior class. MT. and Mrs. Joseph Carpenter of South Main street have returned after spending c few days In New York.
 Miss Kathleen c. Spencer of Cooke street Is spending several days in Pittsheld.
 MT. and Mrs. Louis Farmer of Meriden road are spending several days In New York city.
 Louis Laun, jr., son Of MT. and Mrs. Louis Laun of Faber avenue has entered the freshman class at Yale university.
 A birthday party was held Sat- urday night at the home of MT and Mrs. John Willefsky of Haw- thorne avenue in honor of their son, Raymond.
 A delicious supper was served, and dancing was enjoyed by ali.
 Those who attended were as fol- lows; Mir. and Mrs. John Willefsky Gloria Salvatore, Velia Nesta, Edith Altieri, Maris Quintiliani, JacquelinG Pooler, Eileen Willefsky, Phyllis Di. gimas, Raymond Willefsky, Anthony Balsis, Truman Wagner, Joseph del Crosse. Emilio Bellisario and Frank Ferrucci.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-09-28
Contract t Bridge
CORNRLL CONTRACT CLUE

CORNELL CONTRACT CLUB
 Top scorers in the Tuesday even . ing session Of the Cornell Contract Club conducted by Mrs. John c Moriafty at co Linden street were North and South, George OMeara and Nelson Addicci, i22 l-2: Mrs lE. ]. Nelson and Mrs. Richard 0oe. decIke, 1C7; and East and West, Mrs. William Meyers and Mrs clifford Morris, substituting for Mir. Mey- CTS, i5i; and Mir. and Mrs. Arthur Parent, i2D i.2. AW
 Tine standing to date is as fol. Iowe: O'Meara- Addlicci, 24O 1-2, Schmidt Buleef, 217 i-2; Phafleuf- C'ConncF, 2z2; schustefsM Mcu uowan, 2t7.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-09-28

A busy program has been planned for the month of october by the Business and Professional Women's club. The schedule will open on Monday evening with the regular monthly supper meeting at 6 o'clock
 Mrs. George Brown will be the host- ess for the evening. A Vacation Night" program has been planned by the program committee in charge of Miss Aiethea puffer. Movies will be shown by Carolyn BenhaIn. Re-
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-09-28

Winona Rebekah lodge will meet this evening at Q o'clock ct Odd Fel- lows hall. A card party will follow the meeting. The social and enter tainment committee will meet at 7;S0 o'clock to discuss plans for the coming year.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-09-28
GOLDMAN GETS SHAVE

Ronald Colman has been allowed by Frank Lloyd, Paramount pro- ducer.director, to shave after nine weeks wearing the growth for his role of Francois villon in "If Were King" He characteriges the Grand CosStable of France through the latter part of the picture--clean shaven.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-09-28

Friends and relatives of Mir. and Mrs. Isaac Buxton surprised them at their home On Yale street re- gently in celebration of their 30th wedding anniversary. Present were Mrs. Edward Thatcher and Mrs. Vincent Carroll of New York, MT. and Mrs. Harry Truelove, MT. and Mrs. Joseph Campbell, MT, and Mrs. Maynard Buxton and her son, Richard, Miss Helen Burns, Lawrence McArdle, Miss Kath- leen Buxton, Ronald Burns, Miss Dorothy Burns, Cecil Buxton, Miss Edna M. Brown. Joseph Butler and Russell Buxton.