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Askov American. [volume] (Askov, Pine County, Minn.) 1914-current, 1939-04-20

upon them Republicans to be diggin'
up something to embarass a Demo-
crat and of course in this case if the
Dems can be made to fight among
themselves, we might get Republic
can president and then prosperity
two chickens in every pot killed by
two automobiles trying to get into
a garage with too small means to
accommodate them.
Well, it looks as though the New
York Worlds fair isn't much of an
attraction. I see where the U. S.
naval fleet has been ordered back to
the Pacific coast waters.
What the dickens are the military
boys goin' to do way out there? It
may be new strategy if the
enemy comes from Europe, they may
be going to make Wall Street the
reception committee, put Congress in
the front line trenches and the middle
west and west bringing up the rear.
If the enemy can't be stopped by that
time, then the naval fleet will be on
the west coast to meet him so he
can't 60 any further.
President Roosevelt has advised
Hitler and Mussolini to keep peace
for 10 years by not attacking any of
81 nations. In that time the Presi-
dent said, the United States would
attempt to get them all around a
council table to talk over disarmament
and other matters pertaining to adj
justment of world trade for the bene-
fit of all.
From past experience with dicta-
tors, the world has found that it would
be just as easy to ask the Mississippi
to flow backward long enough to
allow carload of World fair tour
lists to 60 across it's river bed.
Dictators are so obliging they let
their people do the fighting, while
here in the United States we hire our
fighting done. That's the way the
dictators keep their people enter
tanned, while here in the good old
U. S. we have the Democrats and
Republicans to amuse us.
Then too, Congress meets every
winter and gives us something to
laugh at, so you see we have the
advantage of the best entertainment
in the world right here at home.
When we get dictators to stop war;
ring on others we are taking away
the best sport they ever knew
and l doubt if it can ever be done.
Remember the time we had Italy
and Ethiopia around the council table
attempting to iron out their difficult
ties? And remember it got so dull
around that table for the Italian rep
resentative, away from the rattle and
clatter of marching soldiers, that he
withdrew and went home, sat on a
fence and watched them soldiers
march into Ethiopia and take posses
sion while the rest of us were still
talking of means of saving it from
the Italians?
Askov American. [volume] (Askov, Pine County, Minn.) 1914-current, 1939-04-20

This arbitration is certainly swell,
but past experience proves that dicta-
tors usually have a language all their
own and can't understand ours.
Askov American. [volume] (Askov, Pine County, Minn.) 1914-current, 1939-04-20

A lot more of us could make better
records, if there was sufficient in
ducement to our efforts.
Askov American. [volume] (Askov, Pine County, Minn.) 1914-current, 1939-04-20

Well, it looks as though the New
York Worlds fair isn't much of an
attraction. I see where the U. S
naval fleet has been ordered back to
the Pacific coast waters.
Askov American. [volume] (Askov, Pine County, Minn.) 1914-current, 1939-04-20

From past experience with dicta-
tors, the world has found that it would
be just as easy to ask the Mississippi
to flow backward long enough to
allow carload of World fair tour
lists to 60 across its river bed.
Askov American. [volume] (Askov, Pine County, Minn.) 1914-current, 1939-04-20
| Would Saw
BY A. w. CONAWAY

I see where Dennis Shore, South
African sprint champ, recently ran
800 yards in 30-3I5 seconds. I Won
der if that was about the time that
Mussolini's army started marching
into foreign lands he possibly
thought the Italians were headed for
Africa.
Askov American. [volume] (Askov, Pine County, Minn.) 1914-current, 1939-04-20

Dictators are so obliging they let
their people do the fighting, while
here in the United States we hire our
fighting done. That's the way the
dictators keep their people enter
tanned, while here in the good old
U. S. we have the Democrats and
Republicans to amuse us.
Askov American. [volume] (Askov, Pine County, Minn.) 1914-current, 1939-04-20

Then too, Congress meets ever.
winter and gives us something t
laugh at, so you see we have thu
advantage of the best entertainment
in the world right here at home.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-02-02

Municipalities can secure proper audits only by reaching Q clear un- derstanding with the auditing agen- oy on the scope and type of account examination, according to . study issued today by the National Com mittee on Municipal Accounting.
 The study, which included reeom- mendations for municipal audit procedure, pointed out that unless Q municipality indicates whether the audit is to be "general"-in- elusive of all financial transactions -or "speeial"-limited to some par tieular phase of activity such as pension or sinking funds-the audit will not provide Q satisfactory check of financial business.
 Publie's Reaction
 Nor will the audit Do considered satisfactory to the public if the in- dependent auditor Is too limited in the scope of his work or if his re- port is "smothered" as soon as at is
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-02-02
Society Entertains Mrs. Emma Kippen, 90,
St. PauI's M. E. Aid Members Honors Devoted Meni'
 ber-Next Meeting at Parsonage February IS

was showered with. beautiful gifts ct yesterdays meeting and helped cut two delicious birthday cakes.
 The next meeting of the group will Do held at the parsonage on East Farm street February iB when the members will gather to listen to the New Haven district annual broadcast. The hostesses will be: Mrs. A. J. Smith, Mrs. Lawis Sage who presided yesterday, and Mrs. W. J. oidroyd.
 Attending yesterdays meeting and party were; Mrs. Emma Kippen and her son, Robert, Miss Vivian Me- duire, Mrs, Thomas Grey, Mrs. John Lineburg, Rev. and Mrs. Sam uel Johnson, Mrs. Walter Oldroyd, Mrs. II. N. Sutherland, Mrs. iul- fam Chick, Mrs. George Wedge, Mrs. Clara Plant, Mrs. Henry Kuntz, Mrs, Asa Smith, Mrs. Lewis Sage, Mrs. D. L. Wood, Mrs. John Moshler, Mrs, Eugene dalor, Mrs. M. D. Kraft Mrs. Jane Loekhart, Mrs. Robert Kiersted, Mrs. Robert Bulk, Mrs W. R. drierson, Mrs. Wilson Miller sr., Mrs. Henry Staples, Mrs. August Paul, Mrs. Harold Paul, Mrs Ralph Paul and Mrs. William Mas gee.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-02-02
Director

John B. doss and Ralph II, Paine were reelected directors of the Waterbury Building and Loan association for five-year terms at the annual directors meeting last night.
 The board approved the semi- annual report of Secretary Arthur W. Nichols, which listed assets of tho organization at 1857, ,00o. An increase of 100 per cent in direct reduction loans was reported, The 1888 dividend was 4h per cent, the association maintaining it's record of never having paid less than { per cent 0 year In dividends since It's formation in 1920.
 Other directors continuing on the board are: Benjamin 2 Coe, president; Clark II. W. Newton, and Fred A. Jackie, vice pfesi- dents; MT, Nichols, secretary; Wal ter L. Wood, treasurer: Theodore V. Meyer, attorney; and William g. Jones, Frank Ipepe, Harvey B, Riggs, Richard D, Ely, Fletcher W. Judson, Joseph Wilhelm and Ed mund II. Yates.
 Officers for 1889 will be elected at c later meeting of the board.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-02-02
Municipal Audits
 Should Be Definite
Public Should Be Informed Whether Work Is General
 or Special"- Reports Frequently "Smothered'

filed, the committee said,
 Municipal finances today under go audits by three kinds of agen- cies, the study pointed out. Several states require audits by Q state agency. In other cases independent private accountants or Independent municipal auditors are the exam- iners.
 If an independent private auditor Is hired, tho study recommended that first consideration be given to the qualification of the auditor, with preference for certified public accountants, Disapproval was ex- pressed of the practice of awarding contracts for audits on Q eompeti- tive bid basis.
 Whatever auditing agency is used, the study suggested that the audi tor be responsible fer making speci- iie comments and recommendat tions on any non-eonformity of the mu- nieipality's accounting practice with procedure prescribed by local stat- ute or chapter. The independent auditor, the study said, should also report any failure of the accounting department to make financial re- ports required or needed for ad- ministrative purposes"
 In addition to describing the scope and procedure of c general audit and the work in connection with veriflcation, tho study outlined the content of the audit report as made up from statement forms reeofn- mended by the committee.
 National Committee
 Represented on the National Committee on Municipal Account ing are nearly Q dozen professional accounting and governmental or- ganizations. The audit procedure study was directed by r. II. Elweli, director of the School of Commerce, University of Wisconsin, and T. Coleman Andrews, city comptroller, Richmond, Va,
 Members of the committee on and the organizations they represent include:
 L. Mccarthy Downs, state audi tor, Richmond, Va,, National As- soeiation of State Auditors, Comp- trollers and Treasurers; Lloyd Mo- rey, comptroller and professor of accounting. University of Illinois and George P. Ellis, partner, Wolf & Go, Chicago, H., the American Institute of Accountants;
 Y. II. Elwell director, School of Commerce, University of Wisconsin American Accounting Association Frank J. Flanagan, finance eommit- tee staff, Cit yof Chicago, Munich pal Finance Officers' association; II Q. Laughlin, city manager, Kenosha Wis, International City Managers Association; c. 0. Ludwig, executive secretary, League of Minnesota Mu- nicipalities, Minneapolis, American Municipal Association;
 Also A. F. Neale, city auditor Springfield, Mass, National Asso- citation of Cost Accountants: Lent D. Upson, director, Detroit Bureau of Governmental Research. Nation al Municipal League; and Stuart A Rice, chairman. Central Statistical Board, Washington, D. O., repre- senting federal departments in Q liaison capacity.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-02-02
HELEN WOOD HAS
 RESIGNED PLACE
Conn. Director Unemploy. ment Compensation Re.
 signs For Federal Job

Hartford, Conn.,, Feb. 2.-(UP)- Miss Helen Wood, Connecticut di- rector of unemployment compensa- ton since the system was created, resigned today to take c position as regional director with the federal wages and hours division.
 Miss Wood said she may leave be- fore the end of the month for Washington, where she expected to remain for two or three months bee fore taking over direction of c wages and hour region.
 State Labor Commissioner Joseph M. Tone, to whom Miss Wood wrote c letter of resignation, said he had not as yet considered anyone for the vacancy.
 He was expected, however, to make c quick appointment of c new executive director.
 Miss Woods resignation came shortly after word she had been confirmed by civil service author ities ct Washington for her new job.
 Sorry for Com. Tone
 T am sincerely and deeply dis appointed to learn," she wrote Com missioner Tone, that after July l you will be retiring as commissioner of labor.
 "The meritorious service you have rendered the people of this state during the past seven and one-haK years will never be forgotten by the thousands of workers in this state who place human values above poli- tical considerations. Your retire. ment from office will be distinct loss to them and to ali of us who have worked with you.
 T want to extend to you now my deep appreciation of the cooperation I have received from you during my seven years in the state service. The things that have been accomplished would have been impossible were 1t not for your sympathetic and intelli- gent leadership. It has been a rare privilege to have worked for you"
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-02-02
According ToLegend Old Man Winter Is
 Packing Up For Exit
Snow Makes More Appropriate Setting For Santa Claus Than. .Time.lionored Prophet on Weather;
 Temperature Registers 3l Degrees

That little critter whose shadow has caused so much absurd conjec- ture, of legendary nature, old Mir, 0roundhog Is the name-presum- ably took c walk In Waterbury suburbs today and now may be ale most anywhere, peregrinating hither and yon, his Information over.
 At any rate, for those lovers of folklore and such, Groundhog day is e success hereabouts and the tiny mole did not see his shadow, for the snow, hence, (and you may believe 1t if you like) winters back Is busted wide open.
 3i Degrees!
 Take c look ct the snow around and you'll grant that Mfr. Ground hag did Q grand job of not seeing his shadow. Take 0 look at your thermometer and then compare 1t with the official gauge of Plumbing Inspector James R. Walker. The results9 Well, the maximum temperature during the last twenty four hours was meager 3i degrees, the minimum (and cold enough for mid-winter, tool was g degrees.
 About one-quarter of an inch of snow fell this morning, until the noon hour, that is.
 Accidents were not reported to police but there were Q few minor skiddings and collisions, naturally, Skating was on the upturn ct Wash- ington and Fulton Parks until the most recent precipitation.
 But Waterbury Is escaping most of the storm which now has swept throughout the west and midwest, has tied up traffie and, more seri- ously, has caused many deaths In various sections of the country.
 Prospect, according to the best forecasters ct noon today, was for cessation of the snowfall here and cold clear night with unpredict- able New England weather for the residue of the week.
 Prizes Offered
 So far as MT. Grounding is cons cerned, reward has been offered
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-02-02
So This Is Old MT. Groundhog's Day!
TESTIMONY IN
 FATALITY TAKEN
Jury of Ten Men, Two Wo. men Hearing Evidence
 in $l5,000 Suit

William Byrnes and Michael A, Ciano of thD city, Grace Carlson of Hartford and Thomas J. Mo. Mahon of stratford took the stand in superior court this morning be- fore Judge Frank P. McEvoy and a Jury comprised of 10 men and two women in the si5,ooo slut of An tonic Ciano against the Cities Ser vice oil company.
 The suit is the result of the death February 2, 1888 Of Armand Ciano, The youth died In St. Mary's hos pital of injuries sustained in on explosion ct . gas station at the corner of East Main and Woleott streets which also injured four other youths.
 A stove and oil drum were ex- hibits in evidence at the case yes- terday and today. Others who took the stand during proceedings yes- terday were F. Leslie Beebe of Wa tertown, Vincent Shea of this city, Lester r, Chagnot of Middle bury and William J. Mahoney of Hamden,
 MaScolo, Mcknight and Daueh are counsel for the plaintiff and Mona- gan & Monagan for the defendant, 
 Grown Prince Michael of Rumania Is making an automobile with his own hands.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-02-02

The oldest and one of the most active members of the Ladies' A!d society of St. Paul's Methodist Epis- copal church, Mrs. Emma Kippen, celebrated her 90th birthday in Q blaze of glory yesterday afternoon at the meeting of the society ct tho home of Mrs. August Paul on Vermont stret,
 Mrs. Kippen has compiled the most enviable attendance mar! in the history of the society ard wheth- CT It's fair or indictment weather she's always on hand when the press ident sounds the gavel to bring the meeting to order. The honored guest
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-02-02
STATE POLICE SEEK
 ALEXANDER KOCHUK

Held on c charge of burglary, Alexander Kochuk, 2, of East Hamp- ton, was arrested today for state police by Detective Lieutenants Ed- ward Mcfslligott and Joseph Bendler. He Is being held ct police headcuar- ters pending arrival of state police from the Beacon Falls barracks.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-02-02

for any species of the animal seen about the Green between the hours of 1 o'clock today and the cocktail hour, 6-6 o'clock, if you're inter- ested.
 The first groundhog presented to the editor of The Tah Tower will garner e nice blue ribbon for its bearer and Q notice, name. address, and all, in c subsequent announce ment of the column.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-02-02
Captain

How policemen cruising about the city receive word and respond to the message Calling All Cars" or words to that effect from head. quarters. VII. Dc described tomor- row night to the youngsters who form "St Margaret's Boys Sri. gade." The speaker will De Cap. tain William Duggan head Of the police departments accident pres vcntion squad. He will be speak only casually on the big thrilling subject "Crimo Does Not Pay" but principally on how regards Of Safety Rules bring dividends in happiness and long life. The cap- taln's remarks will highlight the weekly meeting of the cadets In the schol auditorium.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-02-02
RADIO ASSEMBLY

The Lithuanian Chamber of Com- merce radio assembly will hold . meeting in their new quarters this evening at o'clock. All members are urged to attend.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-02-02

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The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-02-02
Walter WiHacIaeII On BYOadzCay
NesU York Heartbeat
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The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-02-02

About Town; Ruth Weston shapeankle of American way" the Cock-hoggng the male attention midtown office and ckns his lighted cggie to the floor sam Ro sof the subway builder Versailles being wished ots of friend Rosoff only se0O0OOO deal recently Drec tor H. Griffith and his wife, whose first Americawes ing the Fedc March hit the Center Theaer Helen Mem the radio serial queen residence 7h Street the tniest private City Ginger look ing like Fairy Princess arriving for the "nga Din" premiere
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-02-02

Saes in Our Aeys Send Street night club the other and after three Scotch
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 But she doesn't" replied Steve flanagan, he with Zoe Lopez, the dooFman."
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-02-02

Grown Prince Michael of Rumania Is making on automobile with his own hands.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-02-02

Yorehd That ear.aesng sketch starring rhe Hardy" Wson from Hollywood the Pres Roosevelt Birthday rgosram Delightful The dies You're sweet Little Headache
 ova torchan to wit Yor words don't what they to They insprednow they're just routine"
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The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-02-02

Midtown vgnette Three he popular young orchestra leader She chorus girl Their late hours working in the sobrought them together And they were married Then bookings sent him on tour lctand she wouldn't quit the "ne travel with him him find something in New Yoo they could be happier instead of reng a the time about being separated Neither would n-
 and he returned o Broadway The only Job he could find playing in the band at taxdanceha He his exwe twhom he Is rushing agan night Because she works there too.
Evening star., 1939-04-22
Air Conditioning
Popular With Tenants

Describing the tenant reaction" tc
air conditioning in talk before the
recent annual conference of South
west Building Owners and Managers
IN Beaumont, Tex. ]. w. Stiles, su-
perlntendent of the Second National
Bank Building in Houston. said he
had expected four out of five of his
tenants to favor the installation of
air conditioning.
When the new service was made
available to all 431 Offices in the
building, this estimate proved to be
substantially correct. Somewhat over
30 per cent of them wanted air con-
dltlonlng and were perfectly willing
to pay the extra charge for it.
OF the unenthusiastic remainder
one tenant changed his mind about
the middle of the summer. Il have
just returned from a vacation in
Colorado" he said, land I can't
stand the heat"
Evening star., 1939-04-22
States Show Trend
Toward Reducing
Realty Taxes
Distributing School
Costs Over Wider
Area Amono Moves

Surge Of proposed legislation in
q score Of States for an overall
limit on the real estate tax rate,
for widening the tax base of school
revenues and for modernizing tax
assessment procedure is reported to
the National Association Of Real
Estate Boards by members of its
Committee on Real Estate Taxation.
The association urges for every
State CD the placing Of definite
limit on the total real estate tax
rate, CD the transfer Of required
school costs in larger part from the
local government unit to the State,
which can feasibly levy on a wide
number of revenue sources, 90 budg-
ct control, and % assessment of
real estate for tax purposes pri-
marily upon its earning power.
Current action to this end, as de-
tailed at regional meeting Of the
associations committee, held in
connection with the Great Lakes