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The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-02-22
No Neat To-day As Barber Gets
 Hot Once CoOer'

Louis Ciminera, owner of . barber shop in the John Wil- liam Stokes building at 69S Riverside street, had . close shave and his hair singed this morning free of charge.
 While polishing his floor with an oil mop, Clminera opened the door of his small, wood burning stove to throw in some dirty rags. Flames reached out of the stove, caught the mop which the barber was holding under his arm, leaped from the mop to his face, and licked the back of his head, singeing the hair.
 Ciminera succeeded in pre- venting further injury to his person, but an alarm was sent into fire headquarters. Flames were under control when fire- men arrived.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-02-22
RADIO TRIBUTE
 TO WATERBURY
Music Fans to Receive Autographed Pictures
 of Sammy Kaye

A salute to the "City of water bury" will highlight the weekly broadcast of Sammy Kaye of swing and sway" fame Saturday evening, March 4th from 5:So to 6 o'clock. The inimitable music of this maestro of rhythm will be heard over Station wATR from the Palm Room of the Hotel Commodore, New York city.
 The favorite number of Water burians will be "spotlighted' through the cooperation of The Waterbury Democrat. The selection will be determined by the choice as ex- Hsessed in letters or postal cards to the Song-of -the-Week Editor in ca'e of The Waterbury Democrat. The requests must be marked not later than midnight next Wednes- day evening.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-02-22

Alton, H., Feb. 22.-CUP). Robert Wadlow Drew himself to his full height of eight feet eight and one- half inches and said: To-day I am a manp And, by way of celebrating his 2lst birthday, he announced that, although he is possibly the biggest man that ever lived, he is still grow ing, stil putting on weight, and still healthy. His statistics read thus:
 Height-one ana on-half inches above last years measurement: weight (before eating)-49l pounds; shoes-size 37; hat-size eight and seven -eighths; collar-size l9 The bed he sleeps in is nine feet six inches long. Robert said the only normal sized clothing he uses is a handkerchief. His appetite he said, remains the same-good. He said, however, that he ate but little more than the average person. His con- dition is caused by hypertrophy of the pituitary gland, an endocrine body which controls growth and is situated under the brain, physicians said. Physicians who examined the Alton giant" at Barnes hospital in St. Louis a few days ago said he may reach nine feet before he stops growing.
 Robert said he had given up the idea of becoming lawyer and would like to go into the retail shoe busi- ness. For the past year he mas been travelling for the Peters Shoe corn- pany of St. Louis. He said he has never received suitable offer From Hollywood, and wouldn't accept one if he did. He declared htat he hated the show business" Robert went to Hollywood last summer and was en- tertained by the studios. He wasn't impressed. T just couldn't see my. self as a supercolossal matinee idol, or a super-gigantic Robert Taylor he said. Anyway, those movie stars earn every cent they're paid. think
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-02-22

As a souvenir of the broadcast which w.u bring international publicity tu aae City of Waterbury, Sammy Kaye will send his personal ly autographed photo to the first 800 fans submitting their nomina- tions for favorite song.
 In addition to an excellent pro- gram of popular selections there will. be ! nice little plug" for Wa teyhury, the Brass Center of the UnipAsns, the home of the Water- bury watsh, etc.
 4 ilack of requests is anticipat- cd Gy the Editor for Swing und Swey With Sammy Kaye" has be- come ore of the most welcome greetings over the radio in many years. He's among the "tops" in music and radio in these days of koen competition. The choice of Waterbury fans will be announced as soon as tabulations are completed At the close of the stipulated time Wednesday. Don't forget the time and the occasion and the fact that the first 800 fans registering their choice will receive an autographed photo of Sammy Kaye.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-02-22
ROGER WALSH,
 SHOE MERCHANT
Veteran Salesman Be- comes Proprietor of Own
 Store at B East Main

A record of 100000 pairs of shoes sold in Waterbury is the proud one of Roger Walsh, veteran shoe-man, who today announced the opening of an exclusive shop for mems foot wear at 29 East Main street.-the Waterbury Shoe Repairing. MT. Walsh will manage the shoe shop which will be quartered in the front of the store, a familiar one in the Exchange Place area for many years.
 MT. Walsh also announced today that he will sell the Cooperative shoe in Waterbury again, as he has for so many years. He has been sell- ing shoes to Waterburians for 35 years and numbers among his clien- tele men from all walks of life.
 MT. Walsh's experience in the shoe business began 35 years ago with the Colby-Sherwood Company under the late John E. Sherwood. He re- mained with MT. Sherwood until his death. Since that time he has been variously affiliated.
 In the fraternal and church world, too, MT. Walsh is well known for his activity and zeal. He has held many offices in the Knights of Columbus and was one of the founders of the Manresa Retreatant Band, of which he is still secretary.
 Tn his new location at % East Main Street MT. Walsh hopes to continue the personalized service for which he is known. Expansion of the Waterbury Shoe Repairing to in- clude a retail outlet for mems shoes will not in any way interfere with the present service, which will be continued in the rear of the store.
 The front of the shop has been completely remade for its opening tomorrow and is equipped to handle all customers.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-02-22
RETAIL CROCERS
 RECEIVE REPORTS

Abou ninety retail grocers of this trading area turned out to a meet ing at the City Hall last evening. This meeting was called for the pur- pose of explaining to the merchants a number of the proposed laws, per- taining to the food business, which have been presented to the leglsla- ture in Hartford.
 A thorough explanation of some of these laws was given by J. F. Reardon, secretary of the Connec- ticut Retail Grocers' and Market mems Association. A detailed re- port on the activities of the legisla- tive committee of the state associa- ton was given by Chairman Thom- as ODea. More grocers' meetings are planned in the near future.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-02-22
Chairman

Chairman
 this city. Twenty members of the order participated in the ceremonies which were in charge of local off, cerS.
 It is expected that the event of March 2 when members who have belonged to the order for 25 years will be signally honored will at tract a large crowd, not only from this city but from councils through out the Naugatuck valley.
 Past Grand Knight Cornelius F. Maloney heads the committee in charge of the event, assisted by John McEvoy, Tobias Bannon, Jo- seph Carolan. Joseph Comerford, Past Grand Knight Charles Ban- non, James. German, Joseph Robin son Edward Conlan and Grand Knight Scadden
 The same group with MT. Me- Evoy and MT. Maloney as co-chair- men was constituted an entertain ment committee at last nights ses- sion.
 Application of the James F. Arr mold memorial fund, created last year in memory of the late James Arnold, prominent in Columbian Squires activities for several years and well known in all Catholic youth circles throughout the city prior to his death last June, to a citywide CYO debating and orator. ical contest was voted by the coun- cil last night. William T. Earring ton heads the committee in charge, assisted by Mortimer J. Connor, Patrick J. Wallace, Joseph Scully and Martin Tehan.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-02-22
FAREWELL SPEECH
 OF WASHINGTON

Washington. Feb. 22-(UP)-Con- gress leads the national celebration of George Washington's birthday to- day by suspending business long enough to hear the first presidents farewell address.
 Although all government bureaus and departments were closed, both houses met as usual. The only con- cession at the capitol was the read-
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-02-22
SOCIETY NOTES

Mrs. Joseph c. Guilfoile of Frank street is spending some time at Miami Beach, Florida, where she is the guest of MT. and Mrs. Louis F. Guilfoile.
 Dr. and Mrs. A. E. Hermann of Robinwood road have been spending a few days in New York city.
 Mir. and Mrs. Homer Root of New York city are the guests of MT. and Mrs. Frederick Thompson of Water town avenue.
 Miss Kathleen Swanson of High- land avenue is spending a few days In New York city.
 Mir. and Mrs. Harold Ford of South Main street have been spend- ing several days in Hartford.
 Winona Rebekah Lodge. 8, will meet at odd Fellows Hall this eve- ming at 8 o'clock. Mrs. Blythe Loe- ther will preside. Members are urged to attend as delegates to the Rebekah Assembly will be chosen.
 Division s. Ladies Auxiliary, A. o. H.. will meet tomorrow eve- ming at 8:l5 o'clock at Mechanics Hall. A social will follow the meet ing.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-02-22
SUIT SETTLED
 OUT OF COURT

The $1,700 damage suit of Lendor J. Parent against Alice T. Parent and Nellie Tyrrell was withdrawn from the court of common pleas court today. Settlement was reached outside of court.
 The litigation was based on the plaintiffs refused request for money which he earned as a me- chanic and which was banked in a joint account under the defend- ants names. The plaintiff contend- ed he had asked for the money, but had been refused.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-02-22
KNIGHTS TO OFFER
 HONORARY DEGREE
Republication Planned March z; Veteran Mem.
 bers to. Be Feted

Approximately 60 members of Sheridan council, Knights of Colum- bus, will be melted to participate in the honorary degree of the order Tuesday, March 2, 1t was decided at a meeting of the council last night in the Columbus club, at which Grand Knight Thomas Scadden pre- sided.
 This will mark the second time that the honorary cegree has been conferred in Waterbury. A year ago during the local observance of Na- tional Founders week by the K. of O., Sheridan council eXemplified the honorary degree for the first time in
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-02-22

Laurence Ramb0 of the Ramb0 & Biello company, contractors for over 20 years, sailed Saturday noon on the Italian liner Rex and will land in Naples, Italy, late this week.
 MT. Rambo intends to visit sev- eral European countries, although he will spend the bulk of his time with relatives in Italy whom he hasn't visited for nearly thirty years.
 MT. Rambo was recently hon. ored at Q testimonial by his many friends and wished pleasant voyage.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-02-22
JOHN STANWICH
 GOES INTO TIE
A. B. Barker nKOtted for Lead in City Chess
 Championship

The third round of the City Chess Championship was completed last night at the rooms of the Water bury Chess Club. By winning his postponed game from the second round, John Stanwich drew into a tie for the lead with A. B. Barker, another Waterbury Chess Club en- try. F. Strong of the Y. M. o. A. is close behind the leaders with two victories and one game adjourned. Should he win this game he will ale so be tied for the lead.
 Next weeks matches should break the existing tie when the draw brings together the two leaders. Strong will also have his hands full with Torsky, who in his game this week came out on the long end of the score with Norling. The results are as follows:
 Round 2-Stanwich defeated War ner.
 Round 3-Torsky defeated Nor. ling, Stanwich defeated Campoli,; Lewis defeated Cashman; Strong defeated Cornell and Barker de- feated Warner.
 The standing at the close of the 9rd rniind ic ac fnllnwc.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-02-22

ing of Washington's message at the end of his second term as president.
 Vice President John N. Garner appointed Sen. Robert A. Taft, R.. Ohio, to read Washington's address in the senate. By custom, the vice president appoints on alternate years a member of the two major political parties.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-02-22
Biggest Man That Has Ever Lived Still Keeps Growing

It's & pretty tiresome life" Roberts parents are normal in size and have four normal children. His father, H. P. Wadlow, former mechanical en- gineer, now travels with his giant SAf
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-02-22

Dr. Thomas J. Condon, super tendent of schools, is confined to his home following a fall on the ice late yesterday afternoon.
 pr. Condon was leaving . Bum ker Hill bus near his home, 79 Revere street, when he slipped and fell. breaking his left wrist. He was taken to st. Mary's hospital. where X-rays were taken of the injured mcmber, and then brought to his home.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-02-22

chase. The bids were referred tc committee for study and check against the specifications. The committee is composed of Commis- sioners Healey and Charles c. Fos- ter, city purchasing agent.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-02-22

All secondary school girls of Bull garia are forbidden to enter beau- ty contests or attend private social gatherings or tea dances, according to a decree of the new Minister of Education, Prof. Bogdan Philoff.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-02-22

The pairings for the 4th round are Lewis vs. Warner, Torsky vs. Strong, Barker vs. Stanwich, Nor ling vs. Cornell, and Cashman vs, Campoli. The adjourned game be- tween Lewis and Strong will be or dered played within one week or 1t will be adjudicated, according to E. 0. Powers, Tournament Director.
Greenbelt cooperator., 1939-11-16

- Marjorie Jane Ketchs n
Greenbelt cooperator., 1939-11-16
ABOUT WOMEN
AND SPORTS

Good Of the week-Eyth1 Warner misses US.
You: correspondent received letter from her say
ing, quote, NJ sure do miss Tuesday night gym.
especially the badminton and volleybal1 periods.
Like to play ping pong, and deck tennis too, but the
former two sports in may opinion-just 'tops'
According to the Of her letter it didn't take
her long to get into the swing Of these, as she is
contemplating joining basketball team up there.
We all wish she would, so can sing when she
turns to Greenbe1t "Hail, the conquering Hero",
some thing similar to that. Good luck, Eythl and
bring home couple Of loving cups.
Hiss DUNCAN announced Thursday mite that would
start on new schedule this week. For thing
should be good for all those who have been
waiting for basketball to startMth chop Licking and
mouth watering. There is really wonderful ma
terial in this year's lineup for the team. It is
commonly known fact that Doris is going to have one
deuce Of time picking the first team. We Will
most likely wind up with two three teams, all of
which will clean up the boards with the foe.
Last year, during several games, We experienced
some msportsnars-like play. In spite of this, our
team maintained the high standard Of sportsanship
they had set for themselves, and if we the
short end OF the score, ne came away with 1aurels
for playing clean game. Let's not waver from that
standard again this year and add to reputation
Of clean playing. That should make of the
best teams in Maryland despite the fact only
two years old.
Some good news-there several new
faces at Gy1a Last Thursday. They Claire
Still, Pauline loss, Bertha Fisher MRS. Bittingham
and Miss Yuretich. ALL Of these seemed to
be having a grand time, and trying to do many
things as was humanity possible during the course Of
the evening.
Last Saturday the older troup of Girl Scouts went
a hike under the leadership of Mrs. Provost and
your correspondent. ALI met at the Elementary School
at two O'Clock, and starting by way of the trail at
the end of the Athletic Field hiked around the Lake,
rifle range, Greenbelt cemetery, and back by the
new road to scrom's Airport. Several of the girls
and worked their trail blazing for
badges.
Until next week when I'LL write again............
Ni~,~3n love To+Nh em
Greenbelt cooperator., 1939-11-16
Sunday Brings a Turkey Shoot

On Sunday, November -, the Greenbelt Post Of the
American Legion holds its annual turkey shoot, at the
Rifle Range, according to Leon G. Benefie1, chairman
Of the shoot. Hours: to dark. Price IS cents
per shot; less for those shooting for chickens.
Everyone is invited to attend, both women and
men; each winner will receive order the Food
Store for his turkey. The Rifle Club will serve
dougmuts and coffee to stave off hunger pains
ing the shoot.
The Tacoma times. [volume] (Tacoma, Wash.) 1903-1949, 1939-11-10
QUESTIONS TO TEST
YOUR KNOWLEDGE

Can you answer seven of these
test questions? Turn to the
woman's page for the answers.
/. In which city is Independ-
ence hall?
2. Which state is represented
in the u. S. senate by Hiram w.
Johnson?
3. What was the total number
of nations involved in the
World war?
4. Into what river does the
Platte river flow?
5. With what sport is the
name Basil James associated
6. How is 1918 written in Ro-
man numerals
z. What is the correct pronun-
citation of the word reverbera-
tive?
8. What famous mountain is
near Chattanooga?
9. Who was generally consid-
ereder the most famous tenor of
modern times?
10. What language was spo-
ken in ancient Rome?
The Tacoma times. [volume] (Tacoma, Wash.) 1903-1949, 1939-11-10

viii Be published when requested.
Mr.. Fsxit; ] am q baker by
trade and have tried repeatedly
10 get work at II here In Ta-
coma, but cant on account you
can't get = JOB unless you belong
10 the union and sou can't join
the union unless you get q job.
Have been wondering N there
Isn't some way one could take =
civil service examination and
be eligible for q bakers job In
some institution. Do you know
II the civil service holds exams
for bakers and IL 20, when and
where the next one VIII be held?
w. G.
There are civil service exami-
nations for bakers occasionally,
though none Is pending now In
the 18th civil service district, Of
which Tacoma IL a part. Wed
suggest that you call at the Of
flee Of the civil service commits
sion. 107 Federal building, Ia
coma, for full information and
to fill out card for notifica-
ton when an examination Is
offered.
Mr.. Fixit: My husband went
away nine years ago and
haven't heard from him since.
He served In the World war, and
1 would like to know II I am
eligible for a pension. II 30, who
would be the proper one TO see?
MRS. N. NJ.
You first would have to prove
That he Is dead. The Veterans
Administration would expect
you to show you had advertised
for him and listed him with the
missing persons bureau. II he
has been gone seven years or
more, he can then be declared
dead.
Having established that, eligi-
bility Of the widow for a pen
sion would depend upon whether
or not the veteran had a service
connected disability. Correspond
ence should be with the Veter-
ans Administration, Washing
ton, d. c.
Mr.. Fixit: When was "Young
Man and Band" started on XVI
ut 1880 p. m? How many or
chestras have they spoken of?
When will Henry Buses be on
their program. MRS. p. A. A.
That program, which is only
on Fridays. started Sept. 20.
XVI gets information on the or
chestras to appear only one week
In advance. II you wish TO be
watching for your favorites you
might phone the station early
each week and ask. Henry Busse
Ii not listed yet.
The Tacoma times. [volume] (Tacoma, Wash.) 1903-1949, 1939-11-10
SOME BETTER PLAN
THAN PRESENT NEEDED


Editor, The Times: Perhaps I
am thickheaded, but I am unable
to grasp II. z. Anderson's point
against the Townsend old age
pension plan. He says 1T just
won't work" and goes on to show
how the two per cent tax would
multiply until there would be
no place to use the funds.
The bill hasn't been passed yet
and articles of regulation could
easily be attached to reduce the
percentage II necessary.
He says, in effect, that the
multiplied two per cent tax
would raise prices 20, even posi-
bly, so per cent. Under which
condition would you rather live.
Mr.. Anderson: receiving a IS, 81
or even a SIS monthly allotment
for which your entire personal
effects were secured. and pay
100 per cent for your purchases,
or receive 5000 monthly, free
from all membranes except
that you spend it in the U. s.,
and pay $50 per cent for your
purchases?
I'm part Scotch, and Scotch
man has to see some tangible
evidence to be convinced. Ny
idea Is that the old people Of
this country have spent their
lives. at least so per cent of
them, at hard productive labor,
but have been cheated out OF
their earnings. The dollars which
they made and started rolling
were sidetracked and never came
back to aid the original and best
owner. don't care whether or
not 1t Is the Townsend plan. but
feel that something will have
to be done to start those dollars
rolling back to where they be-
long. in order TO bring the coun-
try out Of the depression.
So far the Townsend plan
seems to me to be the one rea-
sonable thing mentioned which
will achieve that end. The pres
ent relief system. with its high
overhead and underhanded man
sgement, surely isn't Frightening
the future horizon any. How
ever. my mind is still open for
conviction; IL you can think OF
some other idea that's better,
it's 20. X. by me-" But it isn't
fair or humane to allow the old
people who have worked hard
through life and who have been
loyal American citizens, to suf-
fer as many OF them are under
the present set-up.
A. L. PATTEN,
Olalla.
The Tacoma times. [volume] (Tacoma, Wash.) 1903-1949, 1939-11-10
APPRECIATION
KEEPING UP-TO-DATE

Use Of transparent nitrocellu-
lose, a substance used in photo
graphic films, now makes it pos
siole to cast concrete almost as
smooth as glass. The substance
Is a major ingredient in a spe-
cial new lacquer that is applied
to the wooden concrete form. A
hard. water-resistant surface re-
suits. against which the concrete
dries. Entire cement walls can
be cast without need for a plas-
ter coat or even painting.
The Tacoma times. [volume] (Tacoma, Wash.) 1903-1949, 1939-11-10
HOROSCOPE
FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 10


This Is an unimportant day In
planetary direction. There is a
sign favorable to domineering
and aggressive personalities.
Under this configuration there
may be closer alliance among
world dictators. Women may be
mildly helped by the stars today,
especially In their hearts de-
sires. Under this sway SYM
pathy may outweigh judgment.
an influence which is likely to
affect nations as well as indi-
viduals.
Heart and Home: This is an
suspicious date for writing let
ters. Love missives may be Pc
culiarly welcome and encourage
ing. Good news of national in
terest may be expected late to-
night.
Business Affairs: This Is not
an especially promising rule for
business. Trade in merchandise
especially appealing to women
may be fairly good, profiting
jewellers and silversmiths. Many
wedding rings will be sold under
this CONFORMATION. The evening
is favorable for entering orders.
National Issues: The Philip
pines may offer novel problems.
Imports viii assume greater
value and political affiliations
with the government at WASH
ington viii be closer. Jupiter
rising at the national capital in
dicates greater prestige and
prosperity for the United States.
Food costs will rise. despite leg
islation forbidding profiteering.
Leather win soar in price and il
Is well to buy now a large sup
ply Of shoes.
International Affairs: Nep-
tune Is In an aspect that bodies
IN for a naval engagement.
South Africa. 1t is prognosti-
Gated. will display splendid
loyalty to the British empire,
but a heavy mortality in war is
forecast. A railway accident In
New Zealand is presaged. The
dominions are to prove valuable
In supplying grains and food
stuffs In large quantities. Losses
Of heavy cargoes Of meat are
prognosticated. but submarine
warfare Is TO be less success
full for Germany than 1t ap-
peared to be at the beginning of
the war.
Persons whose birthdate 1t Is
have the sngury Of a year OF
good fortune, but there may be
losses through fraudulent trans
actions. Thrift Is recommended
for all persons. no matter how
prosperous they may be.
Children born on this day
probably will be reserved and
self-confident. These Aartians
may be determined in their am
billions and not prescriptions
in attaining their cherished aims.
They should be wisely trained.