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Evening star., 1939-01-21

The woman who became the first
feminine legislator in Latin Amer
lea without making a speech or
spending a penny is in the Capital.
She is Mona Larcelay, member Of
Puerto Rico's House Of Representa-
tives, visiting Washington as one of
a commission investigating the ap-
plication of the Fair Labor Stand
ards Act to the islands second
largest MISUNDERSTANDING.
Miss Larcelay, now serving her
second term as representative from
Mayaguez, In western Puerto Rico,
has thriving business in products
of needlecraft talent. She had that
business when leaders of the Lib
eral party approached her to offer
the nomination. They were met
with refusal, because Miss Larcelay
Evening star., 1939-01-21
flushed Up kidnapping
And $4,000 Ransom
Told al Tax Trial
Abduction Of Union Head
loid to Chicago Gonester
Sued for Levy on Ransom
BY the Associated Press.

By the Associated Press.
CHICAGO, Jan. 21.-The story Of
hushed-up kidnapping and pay
ment Of $4,000 ransom overshadow-
ed other testimony today at a hear
ing on the income tax debts of
Murray (the CameD Humphreys,
Chicago's erstwhile public enemy
No. l.
Robert G. Fitchie, "a, president Of
the Milk Wagon Drivers Union,
testified he was abducted in 1881
but did not know the identity Of the
kidnapers.
Steve Sumner, hard bitten 90-year-
Evening star., 1939-01-21

Of the A'capella choir Of the First
CONGREGATIONAL Church, was q
guest speaker. New members in
Quoted into the association were
Joseph ]. Cavanaugh and Mrs. l..
M. Brown.
An entertainment, including songs
and instrumental recitals by Albert
Nelson and Miss Marjorie Butler,
concluded the meeting.
The association met in the Indus
trial Home School, at Thirty seventh
street and Wisconsin avenue NV.
Evening star., 1939-01-21

said Barker and Humphreys picked
up the money.
The witness said he did not know
Humphreys at that time, but recog-
nized him several months later when
Humphreys called at his office "and
offered me 100000 If I'd get out Of
the union and turn it over to him."
Humphreys sat placidly listening
to the testimony. An indictment
for kidnapping under Illinois law
must be returned within three years
Of the commission of the crime.
Evening star., 1939-01-21

In spite Of gasoline rationing,
Prince Konoye, the Japanese Pre-
mier, never leaves his villa in Toxic
except by automobile.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-08-01
Here's How It Started TRAMP, TRAMP, TRAMP, THEY'RE SAILING
BY CHARLES DONALDSON, STAFF WRITER Waterbury Democrat Washington Service Bureau

with calls at Haiti, Curacao, Vene- zuela, Trinidad, Southampton and Holland. The ships are Dutch cargo- liners carrying about 60 first-class passengers.
 For less than one thousand dollars several informal round- -the-World jaunts can be taken, including one that leaves New York fortnightly, with stopovers at Havana, Panama with stopovers at Havane, Panama, California, Japan, China, Manila, Singapore, Penang, Colombo, Bom- bay, Suez, Port Said, Naples, Mar seilles and Boston.
 There is a difference between freighters and cargo steamers. Freighters have accommodations for two to a dozen passengers, and ir- regular schedules subject to frequent changes. Also, the freighters carry none of the amusement facilities that are found on larger liners. While the cuisine is wholesome and nutritious, 1t is not luxurious. Fur thermore, the comparatively low speed lengthens the voyage, so that unbroken runs of from 10 to 20 days are not infrequent. But, for travel CT with time to spare, that is no great disadvantage. The average freighter does not carry a doctor or stewardess. Reservations sometimes are made months in advance.
 Passenger cargo steamers carry upwards of 150 passengers, and many of them have we'll appointed rooms with private baths. They also carry a physician and stewardess, and keep fairly close to schedules.
 Dressing for freighter cruise is no problem. Any old duds, such as slacks and polo shirts will do for men. Women need only slacks, shorts and cheap dresses. Sun glass es and a bathing suit may be taken for the sun tan and one good out fit will solve the problem for shore leave.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-08-01
Inspector Donovan,
 Principal Speaker
Outstanding Figures in New York Police Department to Attend Banquet; Great Sports Program Complete

Inspector Joseph Donovan, of the New York Police Department, will be the principal speaker at a ban- quet rendered by the Waterbury Po- lice Mutual Aid Association to many prominent citizens tomorrow night at the Waterbury Country Club.
 Inspector Donovan, member of the New York police for the past 28 years, is in charge of the Criminal Bureau of Indentification and has been prominent in many famed cases, including the Hauptmann case. He will speak on his experi- ences.
 Citizens Committee
 The citizens banquet will precede the annual convention of the Con- necticut Police Association which will be held here on Thursday. Elec- ton of officers will take place at the Waterbury Country Club in the morning to be followed by lunch. Then delegates will proceed to the Municipal field on Watertown ave- nue for an extensive program of sports and entertainment which will continue throughou the even- ing. Features of the field day will be the first official use of the new grounds, and the award- ing of many prizes to winners of the various events. Free parking space has been provided for approximately 2,000 automobiles. Children under 12 years of age will be admitted free, if accompanied by their parents.
 Prominent citizens, including judges, lawyers, publishers, editors, city officials, and business men, who will be honored at the banquet to- night will be presented with gold badges in leather cases in ap- preciation of their goodwill and friendship to the police depart ment.
 Sergeant Joseph Petit is chair man of the general committee for the annual convention Thursday. The entertainment Thursday night, by William Carbon, will feature Ruth Martin, Jeanette Cas- sel, Helen Wenzel. the Bouffard twins, and Wasboard Tony.
 Afternoon Program
 The afternoon program will in- clude band concert, an exhibition byb the Waterbury Gymnastic as- sociation, an exhibition by the Wa terbury Turner's, march and drill by St. Joseph's and the Mill Plain fife and drum corps, softball game between the Waterbury Clock shop girls and the Waterbury Aces girls team, and city champion ship track meet.
 Ten amateur boxing bouts will be featured in the evening beginning at 8 o'clock.
 Mayor Frank Hayes Is an hon. orary official. J. Francis Roland Is director of the track events with E. Hoyt, of New Haven,
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-08-01
WatertoWn Golf Notes

The Chase 0. 0. 25-man team did better than expected Saturday at Watertown and as a result have only 6 point deficit to make up in the return match at Chase late this month.
 The showers in the clubhouse have been underseal by the town water department all week. due to the water shortage. It Is hoped that they will be back in use this week; if only on couple of hours per day basis. ....,
 Ted By, still out of action due to a bad leg, stepped in with much ap- preciated assistance Saturday and kept the scoreboard in roder as the foursomes came in.
 Y Frank Byrnes, Chase star, carded a 73 for his round, but lost 3 points to Junie Merriman's 72.
 Paul Puzak, assistant pro, pinch hitting for Maurice Kearney, play ed nine holes with Al Labutis, and Al showed him a 2 under par 34 on the first nine.
 The Tournament Committee Ire quests all players wishing to play at Torrington on August 12, to please sign up at the clu bhouse. Even though a player played in the match at Watertown 1t is necessary to sign up again, so accurate pairing may be made.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-08-01

Freighter travel for wanderlusters with limited pocketbooks has always been available but, until recently, few took advantage of 1t. Today there are many to whom the slow speed, low cost, simple fare, casual dress, lack of formality, and the shipboard routine of the tramp steamer has a distinct appeal.
 No port is too remote for the per- son whose eyes are fixed on faraway places-the more ports tl.e better. The demand for tramp steamer travel has grown to point where 1t Is now difficult to secure accom- modations.
 A vagabond cruise to the Mediter- ranean and near eastern countries provides a magic carpet for sight seeing and experiences. Swimming pools and ballrooms are lacking, but there exists cozy atmosphere that luxury liners cannot duplicate. At rates ranging from $3 to $8 day, one can go almost anywhere in the world on a freighter, If he is will ing to wait for the right ship. Many interesting points cTp be reached by such ships.
 Passage to Bermuda, Bahamas and Jamaica may be obtained for $l90. Norwegian ships offer accom- modations for 12 passengers on 34- day cruises to the West Indies for $2l0. Cruises to several South Amer ican ports will cost from $500 to $400. Rates for European trips range from about $180 to $366. The latter price includes the West Indies and South America in a 43-day tour,
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-08-01
BOUND LINE ROAD HISTORY REVIEWED
Special Town Meeting Tuesday Evening to Re-
 vive Memories
WOLCOTT Mrs. 0. Nelson Cole. Todd Road Telephone 50939

At the special town meeting called for Tuesday night, when the road naming committee make their re- port, many people will wonder why their is a road in Wolcott called Bound Line road. Old residents tell us it marked the line between Hart ford and New Haven counties, also Waterbury and Pennington town line. Within the pass few years the Old Bound Line from Plymouth to Bethany was still marked with heaps of stone placed 30 rods apart. The original Bound Line was from New Haven to Bethany, to Cheshire, crossing Meriden read up Todd road to Lewis avenue, passed Della Bel las mushroom place, upthrough the woods through B. L. Frisbie's prop erty, crossing the wood road where the Scovill reservoir now is. A sub- road was built a short way north- east to unite with the road along by Dr. Barber's swimming pool, then up to the center, pass the Grange hall, going west side of the Green, then passed the Edgewood cemetery, up Minor Hill, across Route 69 passed resident w. P. Ogden com- ing out near the Atkins place, then on to Pennington.
 When it was decided to organize a town here, two miles were taken each side of Bound Line road, making a town four miles wide and six miles long. The original name of the town of Wolcott vas Farm ingbury, taking part each of the words in Pennington and Water bury. This is a brief outline of what old residents tell us the Bound Line means.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-08-01
HELD UP, BEATEN MAN CEASES BANDITS

Springfield, Mass, Aug. l. (UP)- His head battered and bleeding, Proprietor Edmund F. Guyer, 53, of Little Inn pursued two bandits as they fled with SIS of his money and fired five shots into the rear of their getaway car today.
 At a hospital where five stitches were needed to close 8 wound in his scalp, Guyer said the gunmen forced him into g back room, beat his head with their gun-butts and robbed him. As they left, he said, grabbed a revolver and followed.
 In the excitement, he forgot to note the machines license number.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-08-01

New York, Aug. 1.-(UP)-A firm tone developed on the stock market today after early irregularity Trad ing continued light.
 Selective buying went ahead in various sections. New highs were made by American & Foreign Power 2 per cent preferred, A. M. Byers preferred, Du Pont, McGraw Electric, Pillsbury Flor, Procter & Gamble and Western union. Stude- baker equaled its high. Tidewater oil equaled its low. Federal Mining and Smelting at 110 was up 5.
 Steel issues recovered losses that
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-08-01

president of the National A. A. U. and James M. Roche, president of the Connecticut A. A. U., as judges.
 The clerk of the course is Will liam J. Derwin while William B. Queal, Waterbury, will be the starter.
 Judges at the finish incude James Coogan, New Haven, George Kingston, Patrick Wallace and Francis O'Donnell of Waterbury.
 James Lee, William Schofield and James Cavanaugh, all of Wa terbury, are inspectors. Timers in- clude Ivan Fuqua, University of Connecticut track coach; Albie Booth, former Yale athlete; Irwin Davis, Central "Y" physical direc- tor, and Joseph DiMaria, Water- bury.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-08-01
Growing Up

An increase of more than 300 members in a week was reported last night at a meeting of the East End Community club in Geghan's showrooms, 1844 East Main street. The membership of the organization is now l,465, while last Thursday it was 1925.
 A goal of 1000 members has been set by the membership com- mittee, of which Raymond Burke is chairman. There will be an- other meeting Monday night.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-08-01
No Comment

Congressman J. Joseph Smith said yesterday that he had no comment to make on the reports that have been received here from Washington, indicating that he might be appointed federal judge for the Connecticut district to succeed Edwin s. Thomas. Accord ing to the reports, Congressman Smith is the leading candidate for the vacated post, although his ap- pointment at this time would nec- essitate a special election to choose someone to fill out his term in congress until 1940. Thomas re- signed the judgeship during the Judge Manton investigation.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-08-01
Marriage Gain

With the final count of 62 mar riage intentions filed during the month of July at the office of Town Clerk Mary c. Kilmartin, as compared with only B during the same month last year, the totals for 1889 continued to grow faster than last years.
 During the first seven months of 1888, there were only 278 mar riage intentions filed. In the cor- responding period this year, there have been no less than 40. Both June and July this year had near ly twice as many marriage inten- tions as the two months had in 1888.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-08-01
Vicious Dogs!

Three persons were bitten by dogs on North Riverside street yesterday.
 Edward Nutburn, 20. and John Solon, 19, of 873 West Main street, were treated for bites from dog owned by a family of 549 North Riverside street yesterday after noon.
 Mary Ubaldi, of North Leon- ard street, was treated at St. Mary's hospital last night for a bite on the right knee. Police said she was bitten by a dog while standing in front of 549 North Riverside street.
 The dog warden is Investigating
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-08-01

John Llewellyn Lewis, 59. |. Son of a Welch immigrant coal miner, Lewis grew up in the coal fields of Illinois. his active mine career was brief. he has been 8 professional unionist since 1909. His bushy black eyebrows and long pepper -colored hair (once red)
 his massive head atop the frame of @ wrestler give him a pugnacious and fearsome appearance when riled .. .largerly self-educated, he has nevertheless 8. magnificent com- mand of classical English quotations and language. .Teeming with
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-08-01

will get a wage cut-under the pro- vision which bars wage differentials between different sections of the country.
 TROUBLE AHEAD
 The wPA administration itself doesn't like this bit, and while 1t believes in rotating the jobs, 1t wants some more flexible system than the straight 18-months rule provided by Congress.
 It doubtless wouldn't have been sorry to see the relief people dram atize their resentment against these rules so effectively as to induce Congress to change its mind.
 But it doesn't see chance Of that happening now. It figures the prevailing wage strike fiasco has confirmed Congress in a hostile frame of mind. And it does expect some real trouble when the wage cuts come.
 GAGsTER USES
 MIR. CATION
 Some of the country's most &C., complished drop-of-the-hat ribbers
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-08-01
Good News!

Fifteen men and six women were interviewed here today and assigned to WPA projects of the "white collar" type. They repre- sent further replacements of the 250 or more persons who were re- gently notified that their names had been removed from the list of eligibles. Tomorrow the interview ing staff from the New Haven headquarters will visit here and select 35 men who must qualify under the classification of labor CTS. They will be sent to work im- mediately.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-08-01
Changes Announced
 In Bus Schedules

The New England T -uion company announces vnS following changes in bus schedules effective August 6. l939:-
 An additional daily round trip Of service will be operated via Bristol, leaving Hartford at 5;55 D. m, and leaving Waterbury at 7;l5 D, m.
 The present 1925 p. m., trip will not operate between Danbury and Waterbury; instead this trip will start out Of Waterbury at l:40 D. m.. after making connection with train from New York, due Hartford at 2:65 D. m.
 The present l0:i0 p. m, trip from Hartford wsll terminate at Water bury.
 tAll times shown are Daylight Saving TimeJ
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-08-01
TRIO SOUGHT FOR
 'CYPINC' PUBLIC

Waterbury and state police are seeking three men in connection with rumors of the selling of un- authorized advertisements for souvenir book of the annual police convention to be held here Thurs day.
 Witnesses said one man wore a blue shirt and a policeman's uni form. They were reported to be soli- citing from merchants in the vicin- ity of Coventry.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-08-01
Among Those Present

State Senator George T. Cul- hane, Superintendent Edward J.. Hickey of the state police depart ment, John Moriarty and George Largay of this city will be num- bered among the many prominent state figures expected to attend 8 testimonial dinner tonight to E. Gaynor Brennan of Stamford. The latter was recently named mem- Der of the state liquor commission.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-08-01
Beauty Contest

A beauty contest will be held at Roton Point, Norwalk, on August 25 in connection with the state convention of Italian-American World War Veterans there. The contest is being sponsored by the Moscarielli-Cifatte Post No. 6. Ap- plicants should write to Angelo DeMio, at the Roger Ludlow Ho- tel in Norwalk, and state name, address, age, weight, height and color of hair and eyes.
 The state convention is being held this year on August 25, 26, and IT at NorWalk.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-08-01
SpOtlighting Brass City News
Suit Withdrawn

Mack N. Reyes, doing business under the name of the Reyes fun eral home, today withdrew the suit he had entered in May against Melvin POmpey ct al. The plain tiff complained at that time that he had not been paid for the ex- penses he had incurred in making all the funeral arrangements for the late sister of the defendant, Miss Sarah Cobbs. Reyes said that his expenses amounted to S345, and sued for compensation of $500. The suit was withdrawn from the court of common pleas today.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-08-01
Pilgrimage

The Children of Mary Sodality of St. Lucy's church held a pil- grimage to St. Christopher's Inn, Graymoor, in Garrison, N. Y, Sunday, under the leadership of Rev. Michael McVerry, assistant pastor of St. Lucy's. and Miss Catherine Petruzzi. Arrangements for the days trip were made by Nicholas Content.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-08-01
Auto Casualty

Mrs. Agnes Engratt, 45. of 3l Chipman street. was reported fairly good" today at the Wa tcrbury hospital where she was admitted Sunday suffering from injuries sustained in an automO- bile accident on Th0maston ave- nue.
 John Waskevice, 50. of i45 Bristol street. Thomaston, driver Of the car in which Mrs. En- gratt was a passenger, was dls- charged from the hospital yes' terday afternoon.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-08-01
SEEK MISSING BOAT

Boston, Aug. 1.-(UP)-A coast guard amphibian from the Salem base joined the patrol boat Argo and coast guards of the Cape Eliz- abeth and Rockland. Me, stations early today in a search for miss ing cabin cruiser. The 36-foot Lucky Lou left Boston for Free port, Me, and has been unreport- ed, Two men are believed aboard.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-08-01
Critical

Little hope is held for the re- covery of Dr. Thomas Parker, of Waterbury, at the New Haven General hospital where he is patient.
 Hospital attaches said his con- dition is very poor and his name is on the danger lsit.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-08-01
Market Develops Firm
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Early IrreguIarity Gives Way-Trading Is Light.
 Selective Buying Still Noted

ranged to nearly a point Chrysle. rose nearly a point to head re covery in motors. Electric Autolit, rose about a point. U. 8. RubbeI was up one.
 Coppers, utilities, rails, and amuse mentS were firm. Oils were easier Johns Manville led the building de partment down with a 3-point loss Farm issues lost fractionally Mer cantile shares firmed after earl. irregularity.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-08-01

1ocratic party. Right, vice president tier off with a terse: "No comment" rousing ovation.
 represents He likes big cigars, and though not teetotaler, is for practical purposes non-drinker. .Single-minded and aggres- sive, he is tough man to meet in fight, fistic, verb l, or parliament tary.
 John Nance Garner, 70. once called by President Roosevelt "Old Man Common Sense.". Garner trades on his well-Won reputation for homespun simplicity. Be- hind his ruddy face decked with frosty and luxuriant eyebrows, lies one of the shrewdest political minds in public life. Texas country banker and real e .ate operator, Gamers birth in 1869 comes soon enough after frotier days to give him and aura of frontier atmosphere. which he cultivates. It's true that he loves poker playing and that he has been known to take a social QTlnk or rye or corn. put ne loves fishing better than either. As soon as congressional duties are over, he hikes for Uvalde, Texas, his home, and goes fishing with the boys. he usually acts as camp cook. His standing among fel- loW-congressmen and ability in the mechanics of legislation are un- equaled, as is his experience in such alters. he has been in con- gross since 1902. .Taciturn by nature, he is not an in pressive speaker. loves big, long cigars is often at work at 7:30 and ill bed by 9. .likeable and hon. est, he is favorite with newsmen and his colleagues His long con- gressional record is distinguished rather by technical political skill | than by constructive lepiSlatiO
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-08-01

restless energy, he seldom sits or stands still, preferring to pace up and down. Lives in an old Co.,
 lonial home in Alexandria, Va, fur nished with antiques chosen by his former schoolteacher wife, who col- lects them. A fighter to his fingertips, Lewis has been in scores of bitter labor fights. he rules his own United Mine Workers with an iron fist. but has refused raises in pay offered by the grateful miners. He believes in living well and driving big shiny cars as a personification of the mirers he
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-08-01
Asks SlO,OOO

Mrs. Selma Samaha of this city is bringing action for $10,000 in common pleas court against Mrs. Susie Testa of All Highland ave- nue. The plaintiff claims she fell into an abandoned well on the de- fendant's property, August 12. 1888,
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-08-01
SALVAGE TO CONTINUE

Northmouth, N. H., Aug. 1.-(UP) A second attempt to raise the sunken submarine Squalus and its 26 dead may be made "in about 10 days" salvage officers said to- day. Work on the submersible, 40 fathoms down, was delayed yester- day by an electrical storm and high winds.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-08-01
Fined S2OO

Fines of two hundred dollars and costs were imposed on Jo- seph l.. Charron, of 61 Eden street, Waterbury when he was arraigned in Southington town court yesterday on charges of drunken driving and operating a motor vehicle while his driv- CTS license was suspended. Fifty dollars of each fine were remit ted.
 The court found Fred s. Mel ton, of SIS Baldwin steret, Wa terbury, not guilty of a charge of breach of the peace.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-08-01


 300, 900 will have been laid off under the pro- vision that 30- day payless fur- loughs must be given all who have been on the rolls for 18 months or more. An additional 350,0OO will be dropped during August. And on the first of Sep- t c m b CT, the majority of all WPA workers