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The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-03-13
WRITER THINKS MIR. CIPRIANO THE WINNER IN THE
 WINCHELL DEBATE
Editor of The Democrat:

Editor of The Democrat:
 The Democrats editorial page has been the center attraction of your respectable newspaper during the past few weeks, since Walter Win chell started to heckle the un- Christian Christian Front" I have taken it for granted that the critics of Winchell's column are followers of Father Coughlin. (The letters of Sam Cipriano and John Festa led me to this belief)
 -..c u1....1 of Winchell had taken the offensive, in the battle of words and defenders of Winchell were on the defense. Although I have NEVER read Winchell's column, I have come to definite conclusion that the verdict of victory should be given to the defense by popular acclaim, as the best letters submit ted were signed by J. V. Walker and Samuel s. Cipriano. Of course this is my opinion of which I think I'm entitled to. AS MT. Cipriano stated in his letter: "There isn't a judge or jury in this country who would substantiate the removal of Walter Winchell on the evidence produced by group of persons who can be described as nothing else but quacks!" am going to add to MT Cipriano'S statement because I have discovered evidence in the cellar of my home that will prove MT. Cip- riano knew what he was talking about and bear out the fact that Winchel was anti-Communist long before Hitler and Stalin chook hands.
 When I read MT. Ciprianos let ter defending Winchell, I remem- bered that had read story about the columnist in weekly magazine some time ago. had some old mag azines in the cellar and I went searching for the issue with the story about Winchell's life to check ProfeSsor) Cipriano's statements regarding the columnists rise from the Graphic to the Mirror, etc. Well here it is.. The magazine with Win chell's life story appeared in the Saturday Evening Post, dated Aug ust 13, 1888! For the benefit of those who thought Cipriano was a wind bag, let me add more compliments to Winchell, and let me say right here that Cipriano is no more of a win6bag than the writer who chose to go back to the days of the Greeks to borrow the phrase. The late Arthur Brisbane, chief editor of the New York American and only edi- torial writer to use a by-line, called Winchell the "best reporter in America" J. p. McEvoy, the author Of the autobiography, says: Win chell runs one-man news gather- ing agency that continually scoops the field" The story brings out many interesting facts didn't know before. cant jot down every thing but l will Jot down few that will interest every reader ex- clnding antagonists. T don't want any part of Fascism or Commun. Ism, McEvoy quoted Winchell. I'm Just En American -- e Yankee Doodle boy" There is one item that Rhocked me. Tn Winehellis olilee hangs Q framed letter sent to him by ]. Edgar Hoover. It s 2 letter pralAlng . well-knOwn eOlumnlst lOr fefralnlng from printing an in-
 national gO0p 0n Lhe Lindbergh ease, iIl order that tke dsmen might complete the investigation which, had lt been printed. would hamper the procedure.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-03-13
Selected Poem
THE BISHOPS TRUNK

(By William T. Miller in the Boston Post) When Cheverus came to Boston Town, In seventeen ninety-siX, He brought no fame nor world renoWn, Nor fancy pulpit tricks. A missionary, poorly clad,
 AS modest as his looks; A little trunk held all he had
 His clothes, his precious books When Cheverus went from Boston Town, In eighteen twenty-three, The people kissed his bishops gown, And wept, for all to see. And when he went, still poorly clad, Still modest as his looks, The same old trunk held all he had Old clothes and older books. one hidden joy he treasured best, All other gifts above: And carried, locked within his breast, A eitys priceless love.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-03-13

The week of July 15 is going to be memorable one at New York's World Fair. If anyone is interested in the real art of harmonizing as it only can be found in genuine 'Barbershop Quartet" then he or she should plan on being on the Flush ing meadows that week. For some 10000 "Barbershop" singers from all over the nation are going to be there wing for championship honors. The Society for the Preservation and Encouragement of Barber Shop Quartet Singing in Amer ica, Inc, is in back of the big contest, but behind the organization you'll find mil lion of Americans who at some time or another have raised their voices in merry song together with bosom pal or compan- ion of the moment. Singing the old familiar songs we learned in childhood is not peculiar to the American of the species, but no other race has seemed to promote as many impromptu musical @ groups than have we. More power to the Barber Shop Quartet!
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-03-13

weapon in its new campaign to enforce the so-called death sem tence" provision of the Holding Company Act, which requires utili- ties to simplify (''integrate") their financial structures along regional lines.
 THE SEC faces rough going anyway, but it would be a lot tougher if a hostile trustee was running the mighty AG&E, which under its original Oper. atOrs was a violent foe of fed eral regulation. Now, however, the SEC is assured that the utility will cooperate to act as 8 model for corporate simplifa- cation. This will be invaluable in bringing indirect pressure on other top-heavy utility empires to fall into line.
 NOTE-Driscoll's appointment must be bitter irony to the for mer AG8SE rulers. He was the Pennsylvania congressman who uncovered the phony telegrams sent by AG&E demanding defeat of the Holding Company Act. In retaliation, AG?E went into his district at the next election, and through the expenditure of a lot of money defeated him. But he was made chairman of the Penn sylvania Public Utility Commis- sion, which in turn made him a strong candidate for his new job as trustee.
 Copyright. l040. by United
 Feature Syndicate, Tnc.)
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-03-13
Assuming Responsibility

The time is ripe in Connecticut for compulsory automobile insurance, Motor Vehicle Commissioner Michael A. Connor declared this week at a gathering of lawyers in Bridgeport The head of this department doesn't usually make extrav- agant statements, so Connecticut motor iSts can conclude that he has given the subject thorough study and is prepared now to inaugurate a new system with regard to responsibility of car owners. The question of compulsory insurance is one that probably could be argued day after day. with both sides convinced at the end that they were still right.
 Massachusetts has compulsory insur- ance and claims that it has proved Suc cessful. Others claim that it hasn't achieved the results it's proponents claimed it would. Others maintain that it drives motorists out of the state to secure their registrations in adjacent cnes. However, that can be discounted today what with the reciprocal statutes most of the states in this section of the nation have set up with regard to motor vehicle operation and motor law viola tions.
 Nothing is more maddening to a motoriSt than to have the rear end Of his car pushed in or to have wrinkles pressed into brand new fender. Invariably the driver of the offending vehicle proves to be without liability insurance and often times pleads poverty as an excuse for not being able to pay for the damage he has, perhaps unwittingly, caused. That's a case for compulsory insurance, but it does work a hardship on the man who has liTnited the cost of car operation to minimum and can't afford to put any more into its upkeep and operation than he already has.
 There are too many sides to the prob lem to decide it overnight. Fortunately the question is up to the Legislature and therell be no session until 1941. By then maybe we'll think even more of our pres ent methods of rewarding the safe driver than perhaps we do right now.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-03-13
PETS REQUIRE LOVING CARE OF OWNERS AT ALL TIMES
ltor, Waterbury Democrat:

Editor, Waterbury Democrat:
 My father, when I was a small boy, was interested in the Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals and very naturally learn ed to love dogs, cats, and horses and had them for pets. We once had a fine horse by the name of Billy with white face and one foot white, who liked very much to pass all other horses on the read, as he had been used to racing. He died of collie after getting into the feed-box and gorg- ing himself with food.
 We had several fine dogs, the last one being killed on the railroad tracks. as he followed me across and was too slow. He was a great pet and I found it hard to inform the folks at home of the awful ac- cident. We had no more dogs.
 The accident was witnessed by the wife of big manufacturer who had a fine estate near by. Because of the accident they moved to Washington State. as the wife could not live there atterWard.
 I was reading of dogs in Oklahoma who saved a child after she had wandered i6 miles in Q storm. She was found between two pet dogs for warmth.
 A friend of mine lost q fine pct dog last summer when he got out- side the house and was run over by m auto. It was . great loss to her and she still grieves because of the accident. have often thought that there should Do a fine home for lost dogs and cats.
 Many pct animals are often left behind when the family leaves the city for Che summer resort and art forced Co become tFAmpa and out. enalH and finally de in misery and despair, lacking food and friends.
 The dog ls our best and most faithful friend and aiiould he cared for ai ail times and when ieft be-
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-03-13
In Today's Mail

Yes, Walter Winchell is the col umnist who sacrificed the biggest scoop of the year, the most dram- atic scoop of this decade, for the benefit of our governments law en- forcing body.
 It seems to me that MT. Cipriano was not only defending Walter Winchell because he was reader of his column. You have probably noticed that he mentioned that a critic of Winchells often insinuated that many reputable capitalists were Jews. Why were they called Jews? I believe MT. Cipriano hinted that Walter Winchell was criticized be- cause he too is a Jew.
 Of all the letters printed on the editorial page answering Mr. Cip- riano, a person who signed his name "Semper Fidelis" poorly attacked h-. Cipriano for his attempted SMEAR" of Father Coughlin. The easiest way, and probably the low est, is to drag a religious faith into the argument. What surprised me was the insinuation that MT Cip- riano attempts to separate Father Coughlin from his bishop on sub- jects of faith and morals. I think "Semper Fidelis" should read Pro- lessor Cipriano's letter over again He may come to a different conclu- sion if a little common sense is used. More power / to Professor Cipriano. AS long as he writes the truth and supports his opinions with theories well founded, he need moi pray to become a better Catholic I'm sure the professor will answer "Semper FideliS" with letter pack ed with dynamite. If his letters are any example of his character, I'm positive he doesn't scare very easy By the way J. P. McEvoy stated that fearlessness was the chief fac- tor in Winchell's rise to prominence
 Signed,
 TT PAYS TO BE RIGHT.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-03-13

- Finally Uncle Sam has recognized the fact the bald eagle, our national emblem, needs protection. A bill to protect this native bird has been approved by the House agricultural committee. Back in 1782 the Continental Congress designted the bald eagle as our national emblem and right after that the species started to dwindle. Its numbers are small today, The few left should be afforded every protection, save the bird itself proves destructive.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-03-13
ANNOUNCEMENTS WAKE UP!
 SAM CIPRIANO WAKE UP!
Waterbury, Conn.
 March 12, l94O,

"A0ASh 41, 4o3U. Editor, of The Democrat: Recently have read an article in magazine which I thought was of great interest.
 Quote: (Social Justice-March II, 194O).
 "At a regular meeting of Fort Pittston Post 635, V. F. w., a mo- ton was passed unanimously ex- pressing complete confidence in Father Coughlin personally, and in his activities in behalf of us, the millions of lost Americans.
 '"The above action was taken expressly for public consumption because in these critical times, 1t is popular and convenient to deny ones friend before man. AccOrd- ing to the implied utterances, oral and written of the type emanat- ing from such hyphenated Amer leans as Walter Winchell, Dor- othy Thompson, ct al, the general run Of Americans Is in the iliiter- ate class.
 we subscribe to Father Cough lln's principles and are back of him one hundred per cent"
 "THos. P. FLANAGAN. Adj. Fort Pittston Post e3b. v. ?. w.
 Pittston, Pc. Again [ say. WAKE UP FELLOW AhfflslCAhs before it h too late Leave the ranks Of the ko-callet "illlteraies," Help yourselves, and join the ranks of frsie Ainerloan' hln, 4 couoIifiNITB
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-03-13

mitted to it by an independent administrator, who would be the real boss of the labor law.
 The two New Dealers on the committee, Representatives Abe Murdock of Utah and Arthur Healey of Mass, flatly refused to have anything to do with Smiths bill, so he had to have Halleck's vote to get anywhere. Other wise the New Dealers would have had a 3-to-2 majority and there would have been no amendments.
 so SMITH RELUCTANTLY BACKED DOWN, BUT ONLY
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-03-13
What's Your l. O.?
Can you answer seven of these test questions? Turn to last page for the answers.

Can you answer seven of these
 test questions? Turn to last
 page for the answers.
 1. How long is furlong?
 3. Who was nomipated recently by President Roosevelt as minister to Ireland?
 3. Which calendar is used in most of the civilized world today?
 4. Is the planet Neptune larger or smaller than the Earth?
 5. Who was elected president of 8 large country when he was past eighty years of age?
 6. Is Frank Murphy, Robert H. Jackson or Homer Cummings, Att torney General of the United States?
 7. What is the source of the fol- lowing quotations? "To be or not to be, that is the question:"
 8. On what river was the trial of the Clermont, the first steam boat made?
 g. The Armistice which ended the first World war was signed in 8 sleeping car, 8 dining car, or a freight car?
 10. Name the signers of the Dec laration of Independence who later became president of the United States?
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-03-13

HaIleck Of Indiana baked at ap- proving them up to the last min- ute, finally gave in only after Chairman Howard Smith, Virginia antl-unionite who authored them. agreed to drop one designed to curb the freedom to strike.
 This was one of two pet amend ments vigorously advocated by Smith in the closed-door delib- erations of the committee. The other would strip the NILE of all enforcement powers, and trans form it from potent regulatory agency into a quasi-judicial body passing only on complaints sub-
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-03-13
AFTER A STORMY ROW WITH ' ' Y1Ssv~

AFTER A STORMY ROW WITH HALLECK.
 The young Hoosier Republican bluntly told Smith he considered his bill "half-baked" and biased, and urged that nothing be done until later in the session after the committee had completed its probe. Smith insisted on imme- diate action, on the ground that an early adjournment might stymie the legiSlatoin.
 PRESS-MINDED
 "I'd rather take that risk,' shot back Halleck," "than rush in amendments that are half baked. These amendments you've drafted are too drastic. They'll have to be toned down and that will take time. I'm not anti-labor and I don't want the workers of my state to, think I would interfere with their rights to bargain col- lectively."
 "The committee met this morn- ing to take action on this report" retorted Smith, land insist that 1t do so."
 'I'll give you my answer to- morrow" replied Halleck, picking up his papers and walking toward the door.
 "Hey, wait a minute" yelled Smith, where are you going? You can't do this"
 What do you mean, can't do this?" snapped Halleck, wheeling angrily.
 !. I'm chairman of this commit tee," thundered Smith, land in- sist on staying in session until we finish with this report. To- morrow will be too late"
 What's all the hurry? Why can't we wait?"
 Well" sputtered Smith, "be- cause I promised the newspaper boys I'd give them the amend mentS this morning"
 Everyone, including Halleck and Smith, broke into laughter at this profound explanation. It eased the tension, and in a calm CT vein, with Smith agreeing to
 junk the anti-strike amendment, Halleck finally consented to go along with him and Represen-
 tative Harry ROutzohn of Ohio, the other COP members, on the remainder of the bill.
 NOTE-Murdock and Healey were willing to favor an amend ment separating the judicial and administrative powers of the NLRB, but when Smith refused to include provision permitting an appeal to the board from de- cisions of the administrator, they change.
 DOUBLE VICTORY
 The White House inner circle scored not one but two victories in the bitter behind -the-scenes battle over then selection of trus- tees for the billion dollar Asso- ciated Gas & Electric system.
 First triumph of the New Deal- CTS was in blocking the appoint ment of former Treasury Under Secretary John Hanes and having named instead, against strong op- position from powerful Wall Street interests, three pro- Holding company .act liberals. Willard Thorp, Dennis J. Driscoll and Walter M. Pollack.
 The second triumph arises out of the first. By installing these three allies at the head of the giant utility, the New Dealers gave the SEC a tremendous hind at home have all that he need for comfort and plenty of good food And when his days are ended witt a fine stone at his head may he res nAAnawA (uAssa al \.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-03-13

Uncle Sam is going to spend $5O,OOO to enlarge the Battlefield of Saratoga in New York State. This battlefield is rich in historical lore and the battle itself is always termed one of the decisive ones of world history. It's interesting to note, though, and the tourist can find it out for himself that the actual battlefield is not in the town of Saratoga Springs, but in adjacent Schuylerville.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-03-13

PuzzIer No. l. Contrary to pub lished reports, r Labor D epart- ment's Concilia- .tion s e vic e wasn't consulted in the drafting of the bill. The head of the service, Dr. John R. Steel man, didn't know what was in the bill until he saw it in print after it had been filed.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-03-13
Daily Almanac

Moon sets 1928 D. fii.
 Sun rises sos q. m; sets b;b0 D. n. All vehicles must be lighted thirty minutes after sunset,
 A the day lengthena, the cold strengthens, BO the old addage went with variations, March always proves thls tO be iFuo, but nover for long, March may bring intense cold, bnt h's sh0rlsilyed and replaced by mud and klop, springs prelude
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-03-13
PREFERS PROGRESS IN SLOW GULPS

The service finds plenty to do. Its present staff of three-score-odd is kept busy, Dr. Steelman has set a 100-man staff as his goal. When he appeared before House appropria- tions subcommittee last year, to ar- que for $30,O00 boost in his allot- ment, he explained that he couldn't make the jump to that big staff at 1 once; only by very gradual expan- sion. he said, could the service build itself up for a position of greater | usefulness.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-03-13

@. Must the Social Security tax be paid on wages for part-time and temporary work as well as on regu- lar wages?
 A. Yes; both the employers and the employees tax apply not only to regular wages but also to wages for part-time and temporary work.
 o. Give the titles and dates of motion pictures portraying the life of Abraham Lincoln.
 A. Films entitled Abraham Lin- coin" were released in 1924 and 1930: Young MT. Lincoln"' was produced in 193S; "Abe Lincoln in Illinois" is a 1940 release.
 o. Are any two snowflakes ident- ical?
 A. Thousands of snow crystals have been photographed, but no two have ever been found to be alike. Formations may be similar, but slight differences are always pres ent.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-03-13
WEDNESDAY, MARCH IS, 194
A Thought for Today

Heaven and earth shall pass away, but my words shall not pass away.-Matthew 24:35.
  God writes the gospel not in the Bible alone, but on trees and flowers, and clouds, and stars Luther.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-03-13
Washington Merry Round
DREW PEAR R 5 0 \ ROBERT 6. ALLEN

Washington March It's committee secret but those sweeping National within ditehed nstgang
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-03-13
Questions
 and Answers
BR FREDERIC Hf. KERBR

DIX 1GOGRAO HAs M8101
 Enclose three.cent stamp for reply when addressing any ques- ton of fact or information tO the Waterbury Democrats Service Bu- reau at Washington. Legal and medical advice cannot De given, nor can extended research be nn- taken. Be sure an mail is ad- dressed to The WATERBURY DEMOCRATS SERVICE BU. REAU, 1913 Thirteenth Street. Washington, D. 0.
 THE EDITOR. 
 e. Is it economical or practical to have air continually forced through the feed door of furnace burning anthracite?
 A. No. It will dilute the hot flue gases and lower the temperature therein, and will cut down draft. The holes in the firing door should only be opened wide after heavy firing or banking, and the air should not be forced in. During steady burning, the holes may be all most entirely closed.
 Q. Is all of the gold owned by the United States stored at Fort Knox, Kentucky?
 A. No; as of June 30, 1930, the United States Assay Office in New York held 5,662, ,646, ,425.90 in gold and the gold depository ot Fort Knox, $5,523, FOG, ,735.45. Since that date, additional gold has been stored in New York but no more has been shipped to Fort Knox.
 @. What is scale wax?
 A. Paraffin scale, which is crude paraffin wax that is separated from the heavier oils by specialization.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-03-13
SERVICE NOW UNDER LABOR DEPARTMENT

As things are now, Cancellation Service is simply representative of the secretary of labor. Its sole legal reason for existence is the fact that the secretary is supposed to settle industrial disputes when and if she can. It has no authority whatever and doesn't want any.
 The Wagner bill would make it a three-man board, directed to work for industrial peace in all cases where strife might interfere with interstate commerce. That gives it broader legal base-but narrows its field by raising the contentious |commerce question:" As of today, the service vii ltackle a three man dispute in crossroads pickle fac tory; it can act only if both parties are willing anyway, and it never needs to worry about interstate com- nlerce.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-03-13
National
 Spotlight
By BRUCE CATION

Waterbury Democrat Washington
 COrrespOndent) Washington, March 1S-There are a few puzzling things about Senator wagner's mediation bill" to promote industrial peace.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-03-13

TODAY'S COMMON ERROR Do not say, There isn't but one store"; say, lis but one StOre."
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-03-13

If you want copy of the book let 1.-THE HUMAN BODY" send to The Waterbury Democrats Washington Bureau, 1913 Thir- teenth Street, Washington. D. c. Enclose 10 cents in postage.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-03-13

Although the biu seeks to expand the services field of operations, in actual practice it might do the re- verse.
 Puzzler No. 3-The method of ex- pansion it envisages is the kind which, a year ago, Dr. Steelman told a congressional commitete would be disastrous"
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-03-13

hind at home have all that he needs for comfort and plenty of good food. And when his days are ended with a fine stone at his head may he rest secure from all harm.
 CHARLES T. BURKE
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-03-13

@. What is scale wax?
 A. Paraffin scale, which is crude paraffin wax that is separated from the heavier oils by specialization.