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Imperial Valley press., 1939-10-02
Most Convicts Too
Lazy to Work Says
Man Just Released
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likely it was his more than child
like wonder for everything about
him.
quite a gadget" he said, fum-
bling with sugar container in the
restaurant. He unscrewed the top,
before he found sugar came out
through a spout. Il never saw any
of these before The coffee per-
colators fascinated him. His eyes
kept flicking back to them and it
wasn't because he wanted more
coffee.
You know, darnd near got run
over when 1 first got out! I didn t
realize there could be so many
automobiles and l did so much
gawking it's a wonder 1 haven't
been killed.
It was 1915 when Winfield went
to prison. That was two years be-
fore the United States entered the
World war. Since then he has fol-
lowed the trend of affairs via the
newspapers and radio.
Sure, we bet among ourselves
on all elections. 1t didn't make any
difference to us, of course, who won,
but r was something to think
about besides ourselves. Talking
about your own troubles is taboo
in prison. They call it talking
time. Say, this coffee is good,
isn't it? We had pretty good food
in prison, but there was nothing
fancy about it. Sort of like army
grub, 1 guess"
Although regulations agains
talking in prison were dropped a
decade ago in Iowa, Winfield re-
members them with a shudder of
horror.
Its terrible. You can't imagine
how it gets on your nerves. Even
now we don't talk at meals. We use
gestures like a pointing finger for
coffee or hands busted together for
water"
The life, apparently, is not so
bad for Winfield recalled a num-
Der of convicts who told him they
lived a lot better in prison than
out!
Winfield worked for awhile in
the bookkeeping department and
later obtained one of the best jobs
in the prison-working in the
sports department of the prison
newspaper. His description of the
enthusiasm with which the men
followed athletic teams was anus
ing, and a trifle pathetic.
Our coach-a guard-organized
a basketball team of players out
side the prison. They won a ma
tipnal title. You should have seen
how the convicts followed that
team They had no connection with
it, lof course, except that they knew
the coach. They just wanted some
thing to cheer for
I Prison inmates fall automatical-
ly into classifications of the social
SCALE.
TConfidence men rate at the top
Deeenerates and rapists are the
bottom and in between the other
criminals rate according to their
offenses."
When pardon was finally ar
ranged for Winfield, hundreds OF
inmates congratulated him and he
was excited to leave. But when the
moment came to actually quit home
of "a years, he was frightened.
For "a years 1 obeyed orders
I didn't have to bother about where
my next meal was coming from
or where could get clothes. Every
thing was decided for me. Now
that I'm suddenly my own boss it's
its, I can't describe it . -
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-02-07
New Library Board Agents Take Office
Communist Propaganda
 For Red Spain

sympathies and realizing that they badly deceived The truth Haunted so conspicuusy by liberty demSS..y they have supported Communism in its worst form nations of ministers pleading for American. with o s the TanSn % and as S one of its several editorials on the situations
 Communists and their sympathizers spanish side of spanish m Such purpose oush. to be clearly exposed to this county and program doing thoroughly commendabe job of that
 enough liberal country like the United States cannot ondone the bombing of civilians by the Spanish Isu Civilian air bombnss part of the code warfare which all nations except possibly accept and have not modified with civilized restrictions
 The concentration criticism the United States against the Spanish has been not for the Reds to win the war in Spain and thus be in position to perp ss T aas silent about the murder of priests and nuns and people of classes by the Communists @ LSy,ists span
 the of revolution
 the kind of violence and yeness which always when the lowest class of community takes control of with priests of the Catholic churches violation by the mob of all restraint both political and religious neere in all its vanou details by the Russian Bolshevc Gov 
 Naturally Church. exponent peace and jus- ce brotherhood charity Spain Communism.
 Naturally that great church enlist munism, which The Communists in this country and especially those
 
 the the saegious agtatng twenty million signatures anarchy Span What the LOyaist Party loyal to law not loyal to order not loyal to humanity loyal anything the other pepetrator Q murder and order and religion in this country beginning align
 
 1t or
 often the savior of civilization and its civilization  All God-fearg hbertyloying support the church in its sacred crusade.
 NEW YORK JOURNAL AMERICAN
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-02-07
"THREW AWAY MY BOX OF SODA J SAYS THIS WATERBURY LADY
Mill Street resident declares she en- toys meals first time in years. No more suffering from sour stom- ach and gas. Thanks Vendol.

It used to be a case of eat and run with me-run for dose of soda; but Vendol has made a change in all that" said Mrs. Aldea LaMarre of 422 Mill St., Waterbury whose husband is employed at the Scovill Mfg. O., both being popular in Q wide circle of friends, to the Vendol Man in Apothecaries Hall Co., where more and more people call to learn the true merits of this great remedy made of Natures Roots and Herbs with Alkalines that is so popular all around here now.
 My troubles all traced back to constipation which caused excess acids in my stomach. No matter how carefully ate, I'd suffer later from indigestion. sourness, acid ris- ings, lump in my throat, heartburn palpitation. shortness of breath, and all the symptoms of excess acid condition in my stomach.
 This condition got my nerves all upset which made it hard to get any real, restful sleep, then I'd arise feeling tired, worn out, head achy, with a coated tongue, bad taste in my mouth and like l couldn't do my daily work
 T was advised to take few bot ties of Vendol, so, knowing 1t was helping lots of people around here got some about three weeks ago We'll, soon threw away my box of
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-02-07
The D. DDS! w. C. T. C. to Open
 War on Dope, Dis ease, Drink-50,- 900 New Mem bers Sought.

The widespread resources of the Woman's Christian Temperance Union in the United States and larger territories will be mobilized, February r to 24, to finance an intensified drive on dope, disease, and drink.
 Frances E. Willard, 18th Century leader, will be honored by more than 10000 local unions during the week. A majority of all Protestant pastors have been contacted and asked to mention Miss Willards work in their sermons Sunday, February 19. Many unions plan daily meetings during Temperance week.
 The week will be inaugurated Fri day, February IT, when citywide luncheons or teas will be held. This five-year program began in 1894 and ends on her birthday. Sept. 28. with the national convention at Rochester, N. Y. near Miss Willard s birthplace.
 Two dollars of money collected by each union February r will go to the Frances Willard Organizing Fund. The national union has a goal of 50,0oo new members this year.
 The balance of all money collect ed or pledged during the week will go to the Scientific Temperance Education fund. Nearly $62o,000 of the million dollar goal has been paid. Mrs. Margaret c. Munns, ma tionai treasurer, expects most of the remaining $38o,oo0 to be pledged by February 25.
 The entire fund is being used to broadcast through all educational channels the scientific effects of al- cohol and other narcotics on hu- mans and on social conditions.
 None of the money raised Is used for legislative or general activities of the W. o. T. U.
 Until $500,00o of the total had been pledged, the educational fund was divided three-fourths to state units and one-fourth to national headquarters. After that figure 1t was divided 50-50.
 State activities financed by the Aeaa0 AASaudS q SVaAA VI bCdCIleIS, trained in narcotics work, who in- struct at normal schools, collection of temperance library shelves, dis tribution of literature. Those little road signs which advise the na- tion's drivers: "If you drive, don't drink" were an outgrowth of state union activities.
 National work financed by the fund has included magazine adver- tising, motion pictures, original sponsoring of traffic safety teaching and organizations, marionette shows, radio programs, film slides. A re- search library, now containing g. 900 volumes, Is being organized. Temperance education teachers are trained at Evanston each winter.
 This W. c. T. U. program the last four years has been at least partially responsible, according to Mrs. Munns, for the national achievements in traffic safety edu- cation, the venereal disease cam paign, and legislative action to control marijuana.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-02-07

proteges of wrestling and humping acts that clicked instantly with the representativ audience. Lieutenant Jim" Wagner officiated as third man in the wrestling numbers.
 Rev. Peter Daly. chaplain, eXtend- ed formal welcome to the guests of St. Margaret's Holy Nome socie- ty, which sponsored the event. Pres ident Michael Ryle, chairman Dick" Baldwin, Jim" Carr, Henry Loughrain, Ray Havican and other members of the committee were publicly congratulated on the suc- cess of the affair.
 Delegations were in attendance from the various Holy Name socie- ties of the city. The entertainers of the evening included the Pine Val ley Drifters. novelty musical act; Johnny Grappone. Al Sasso, young Joe Cavanaugh and the accordion team of Fisher and Ricciardi. The youngsters went over big and re- sponded to merited encores. Joseph Cavanaugh. Sr, assisted in the presentation of the acts with Hu- bert Bergin as piano accompanist.
 Oficers of the society voiced their appreciation of the splendid sup port on the publics part.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-02-07

started providing small amounts to- ward operating expense. For two of the years, 1904-1909, the city pro- vided $1,000, for the other three years of that period, $5,000.
 Since that time, more sizable ap- propriations have been made by the city and during this time three branch libraries have been estab- lished. The city now provides an approximate 42 per cent of the operating expense and the Bronson library has grown to the point where more than one-half million volumes are on its indices and avail able to the public, in addition to various other educational services offered.
 12 On Board
 The membership of the board of regents numbers twelve, all appoint ed for ten-year terms. Officers of the board beside the president are Secretary John L. Gaffney and Treasurer Edwin c. Northrop.
 The officers are members ex-of- ficio of the executive committee of three members which will be elected at the meeting today. This commit tee is chosen from board members and meets monthly to undertake direction of the library's affairs.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-02-07
MUSIC TEACHER
 MUST AID WIFE
Angelo Mastrianni Ordered to Pay $5 Weekly By
 Judge E. J. Finn

Angelo Mastrianni of Pond street, music teacher, was ordered to pay his wife $5 weekly when ar raigned before Judge Edward J. Finn in common pleas court this morning on a charge of non-sup- port. Testimony was given by Mrs. Mastrianni and her nineteen-year- old daughter, Lena.
 Sebastian Bellea, arraigned on a charge of failing to pay wages due, was granted a discharge.
 Albert Pralakas, charged with avoiding responsibility, was fined $50 and costs and placed in the custody of his counsel, Attorney Henry Freeman, until he is able to pay.
 Joseph Krause, charged with in- toxication and breach of the peace had his case subjected to assign ment at a later date.
 All common pleas cases were heard in the city court room following the regular suspension of that tribunal,
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-02-07

The Waterbury Charter Commis- sion said If the present organiza- ton in Waterbury had been de- veloped with the deliberate inten- ton of going contrary to the fun damental principles of good organ ization, as far as was humanly pos- sible, 1t could hardly have been more successful in accomplishing that result"
 There, in a nut shell, is the req son why Waterbury needs new charter
 When you need a doctor, dentist, lawyer, plumber, automobile mech- anic, contractor, piano tuner, or other person to render some spe- cialized service, do you make your selection on the basis of vote-get- ting ability? Do you go to your par- ticular dentist because he Is good hand shaker. and always tells you what you want to hear; or do you choose him because he repairs your teeth quickly. efficiently, courteous ly, and with minimum of pain and at reasonable fee? Do you have your automobile repaired at the garage with the best mechanic at the most reasonable price, or do you first find out whether the mechanic is a Democrat, Republi- can, Socialist, or Independent? If you have a construction job, and you happen to be a Democrat or Republican, do you look for a con- tractor who hires only Democrats or Republicans, or do you accept the contractor with the lowest and best old? And having selected your contractor, you want to deal with jim directly in regard to all phases f the job, and not have to deal also with his paymaster, time keeper, chief carpenter, and other
 miscellaneous persons on the job,
 mt you?
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-02-07

soda, because didn't need 1t any more.
 "Vendol relieved my constipation the incest you ever heard of, then all those other troubles just seemed to gradually fade out. I eat heart- fly, get restful sleep. have loads of energy and just feel grand in every way and I give Vendol all the credit. It did a fine job for me-"
 Why not let Vendol help you too, like 1t has done for so many of the leading citizens of this city and nearby towns?
 The vendol Man is daily al Apothecaries Hall Co.,, 6S Bank St., to fully explain about this great remedy Don't put off seeing him. Give Vendol a chance to help you, too. It Is also sold by The Spooner Drug Co.,, OakviIle.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-02-07


 the nearly half-century of service of President Bernard H. Fitzpatrick as head of the board, and attend ance of two new members, Elton s. Wayland and John M. Hutchinson will mark the meeting, according to advance word on procedure.
 There will be reports on the cur tailed appropriation by the city for the current years city share in operating expense. For last year, the city appropriated $45,577 and this year about $4,000 was cut from the amount, although members of the board sought from, the finance board at least an equivalent sum.
 Upkeep of the Silas Bronson lib- rary was provided by bequests until 1940 when, due to growth of the city and comparable demand on the library by those 1t served, the city
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-02-07
SMOKER STAGED BY
 HOLY NAME GROUP
St. Margaret's Society En= tertains Capacity Crowd
 at Annual Event

Nearly 800 enthusiasts gathered in the auditorium of St. Margaret's school last evening for one of the best balanced programs presented here in years in connection with a smoker. Freddy Hall, the inimit- able, was the master of ceremonies. George Mulligan officiated as ref cree of the various bouts staged by
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-02-07

system over which he presides. And furthermore, all of the personnel of the city government is selected on the basis of partisapship and abil- ity to deliver votes, rather than on the basis of ability to do the job efficiently, quickley, and economic ally.
 The City of Waterbury is a high ly complex business It should be entrusted to persons who are ex-
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-02-07
DELLA CAMERA IS
 WITNESS IN SUIT
Former Gas Station Man ager Testifies in $l5,-
 900 Action

Anthony J. Della Camera of Wol- colt offered testimony this morning as the $15,000 civil action of Antonio Ciano against the Cities Service oil company was resumed before Judge Frank P. McEvoy and jury of 10 men and two women in superior court.
 Della Camera, so the court was informed, was formerly employed by the Cities Service company as station manager at IA Wolcott street from 1883 to 1887.
 Ciano is suing for damages for the death of his son, Armand, of burns sustained in an explosion at the station in February of last year.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-02-07
|LEAVENWORTH CARD
 PARTY DATE CHOSEN

Plans to attend the annual meet ing of the Association for Childhood Education at the Hotel Bond in Hartford, March 25, were made at meeting of the Waterbury branch yesterday at the Leavenworth high school.
 Plans for card party March IA at the Wilby cafeteria were made. Angela Crane was appointed chair man of the committee to arrange for the party.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-02-07

perienced in managing such a busi- ness, and not to henchmen of po- litical machines. That is what the Waterbury Charter Commission meant when 1t said that the pres- ent system of government is not or ganized property according to the fundamental principles of good or gantzation."
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-02-07

But under the present form of government in Waterbury you have
 numerous officials with whom you have to deal directly, there is no chief executive with a coordinated
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-02-07
Librarian, Treasurer ToSubrnit Reports On
 Activities Of Year
disappointment of Miss Barrett as Librarian Expected; Board May Discuss Curtailment of Appropriations
 for Current Committees to Be Chosen

Annual reports of the librarian and the treasurer will be presented when the board of agents of the Silas Bronson library meets at o'clock today.
 disappointment of Miss Emelyn M. Barrett as librarian, tribute to
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-02-07
Kitchener Post

The regular meeting of Lord Kitchener post will be held on Thursday evening at the post rooms on Scovill street at 8 o'clock. All members aie urged to attend.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-02-07


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The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-02-07
Good Government Unit
 Posts Groups Bulletin

Published by the association for the benefit of its members and citizens well. Comment and criticism in write association quarters, 24 Central Avenue 48576.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-02-07

Iran has placed an order in Ger many for g railway engines.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-02-07

Chile fears . new drouth.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-02-07

Our Girl Friday High spoke before the Advertising discussed the editorials Understand he made teachers of Baltimore MT High stated spots in the defense of Democracy that there has in It. and not enough tear jerking In world the ntelcuals don't get sad enough or enough matter much That why my hat IS on to M Democracy into heart and belly phrases where fighting purposes belongs One of his hell ana Democracy than years output of cooler dssertators know more but they less"
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-02-07

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The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-02-07

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The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-02-07

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The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-02-07
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Evening star., 1939-12-23
600,000-Man Plan
Reported Dropped 10
Cut Army's Budget
s1,loo,ooo,ooo Estimate
Would Constitute
Peace Record, However

War Department officials. con-
fronted with drastic administra-
ton budget slashing, were reported
today to nave dropped plans to
raise this country's initial protective
force-Regular Army and National
Guard-to 100000 men during the
coming fiscal year as an added
measure of national defense.
The War Department budget to
be submitted to Congress, it was
learned. will total about ST, 100, ,000,-
600, a figure some $400, 900 900 less
than original Army estimates. but
still record peace time request.
Provides for 100000.
This budget, it was said, will pro-
vide for an initial protective force
Of 462,000-227,0OO Regular Army
soldiers and 235,O00 National
Guardsmen. These are the limits
fixed by President Roosevelt when
he proclaimed a limited national
emergency when war broke out in
Europe.
The budget figure was represented
as including all appropriations for
the Army, such as regular appro-
priations, funds under so-called
"B' budget for critical items, and
the Army's sl2O,00O, 900 part of the
s271 100000 deficiency appropriation
Congress will be asked to make for
emergency expenditures.
$1,500, 900, 900 Originally.
The original Army estimates called
for appropriations for the Army
totaling as much as $500, 900 900
and raising the initial protective
force to 100000 men. Of the num-
ber, 280, 900 were to consist of regu-
lars and 100000 of National Guard
However, estimates were revised
downward in the face of strong ad-
minlstration demand for economies.
Any revision of the present esti-
mates upward. if a larger Army is
thought advisable, will be the re-
sponsibility of Congress, officials
said.
The total national defense budget
is expected to run about $780,
O00,0 900.