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The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-11-27
IRISH NEUTRALITY IN PRES ENT CONFLICT NOT TO BE
 CENSORED

Poor Ireland! Only those who love her. only those who know her pitiful, her fearful history, who know the oceans of bitter tears, the precious blood that her patriots have shed to make her free now again feel for her in this bitter hour when she is being calumnied for her neutrality. The question may be asked why she should endanger her safety for the sake of the selfish nation that has always bled her white, that has refused her liberty and freedom in the ages past, na- ton that executed her best and noblest sons, denied her nation hood-that has always been her bit ter, relentless enemy. The Irish are not fetish worshippers, they have memories, and Irish men and women whose ancestors were hung, drawn and quartered for the wear ing of the Green, have not forgot ten ill their exile, how and why they are in exile. Is it to be wondered at that they have no love for their oppreSSors, for the Empire and all it stands for. because they refuse to take part in the rich mans war that is tearing the world apart. So she is pilloried in the opinion of those in whose eyes that Empire can do no wrong, no matter how ra- paciouS, how ruthless her rulers and ministers can be. No, the Irish are not fetish worshippers. Their mem ories of prosecutions are part of their history. In this bitter hour, may one say without being called prejudiced: God bless Ireland for being true to herself, to her mar tyred sons and loyal daughters. May she never cease to remember, and maybe i'll happier days, when her soil is free from the feet of the op- pressor, may she erect in all her shrines and sanctuaries the names of those blessed patriots who died that she might be free. Erin has no other nation to thank for hay ing championed her cause in her days of stress, for having spoken even a word of pity to her powerful and pitiless oppressor. Always she was left to bleed alone, to be tram pied upon and exploited and strangled by her conqueror. Alone she struggled, alone she suffered. God save the Green Let Erin re- member the days of old May she still fight on for freedom and na- tional unity. Long may she main- tain her neutrality. and God bless her great president, Eamonn de Val. era.
 -SHANE's HEAD.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-11-27
NATIONAL INCOME
 TO GROW RAPIDLY
Would Reach SS5,OOO,= OO0,OOO in l94l-Five
 Billion More By l942
BY SANDOR $. KLEIN United Press Staff Correspondent

lOn1teO fTcSS StdII NOTEcSpOHutltJ
 Washington, Nov. 27-(UP)-De- fense experts estimated today that the national income would reach $85 900 100000 in 1941 and, possibly $9O ,000, 100000 or $95,000, ,000,0 ,000 in 1922.
 They conditioned their estmiate on the assumption that industrial capacity would expand sufficiently to eliminate potential bottle necks in defense production.
 National income for 1940 will eX- ceed $70,O00,O00000. The all-time high was $81 ,10O,0 100000 in 1929. But economists point out that prices are about l per cent below the 1929 level now, making it possible to pur- chase that much more with each dollar.
 Three Factors
 Three factors will have an i'm portant bearing on the national in come next year, defense experts said:
 l. The extent of industrial plant expansion to fulfill defense require mentS.
 2. Volume of government expen- ditures for rearmament.
 3. The degree to which taxes will be applied against consumers and savings.
 Many basic industries, notably steel, must be expanded immedi- ately, the experts said, if a bottle neck is to be avoided. The steel industry, they said, is nwo operat- ing at about 97 per cent af capaci- ty and yet hasn't begun to feel more than the preliminary impact of de- fense requirements they believe steel capacity must be increased by at least 20 per cent if this country is to give all-out aid to Britain and meets it's own needs.
 Machine Tool Industry
 The machine tool industry, al- though it has doubled output since 1887, must increase its capacity at least another 50 per cent, in the opinion of these experts. They es- timated that it may be necessary to spend between $3,000,0 100000 and S5 OO,O0O0OO annually for the next few years to attain the necessary production levels.
 The only alternative to enlarged capacity. the experts said, would be enforced reduction of consumption of all things not needed for defense This might mean, they added, that there would be fewer new automo- piles.
 As for taxes, they said national income might be affected adversely if levies were assessed against con- sumers: that consumer taxes would offset the effects of defense spend- ing to large extent. On the other hand, they said that taxes on sav- ings-such as income and excess profits would be stimulating. Another stimulant would be gov- ernment borrowing, they said, be- cause it would be used to pay for defense needs.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-11-27
CIVIC THEATER
 CAST SELECTED

The Superstitious number "13" of- fers no discouraging prospects tc members of the Civic Theater cast selected to present Kind Lady claSsed as an unconventional hor- TOT play" The premiere will take place on the 18th of December with 13 members in the principal roles. So that others may be pleased the performance will be repeated on the 14th at the Waterbury Women s club.
 Robert Bardwell, director, has an- nounced that Mrs. Bonnet Bronson and Arthur Sullivan will be assigned the leading parts with several of the casts best known members in sup porting roles. Mrs. Bronson will play the part of Mary Herries which Grace George is popularizing at present on Broadway.
 Others included in Director Bard wells selections are Jetaline Prem finger, John Gaines, Helen Upson, Henry Abbott, Arlene Coffey, Ken meth Downey, Mollie Cullen, Audrey LaTrendreSSe, Ellis Atkins, Mildred Carlberg, Dr. Franklin Warren, Will liam Hedges.
 Suspense, intrigue. "diabolical scheming," etc. are elements of this play, which critics say. makes top notch evenings play for 13 players and on the 18th day of the month. Sounds Spooky!
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-11-27

The picture is a feature-length nlm recounting the conquest of Luxembourg, Holland, Belgium and France. From the initial German entry into Maastricht to the signing ot the ArmiStice agreement in the historic railroad car at Compeigne, the Nazis must have kept their cam eramen in the vanguard to make this unique record.
 It is of the same type as a pre- vlouS German film covering the conquest of Poland which was said to have been used for propaganda purposes in countries which the NaziS wished to impress with their military might, and which previ- ouSly was shown at this same the ater.
 Generals Surrender Shown
 Flashing III rapid succession is the German capture of Brussels, Sedan, Cambrais, Arras, Boulogne, Calais, and Paris. There is brief shot of French General Henri Gouraud be- ing greeted by his German captors; also one of King Leopold of the Belgians negotiating surrender of his army.
 According to the film, the taking of these cities, with the exception of Paris, occurred again and again in the same military pattern. First there was the bombardment, either by long-distance guns or by dive bombers, then the entry by ad- vance troops who ducked in and out of doorways as they picked off snipers and finally, as the swas- tika is shown flying from teh local cathedral or Town Hall, the con- mentator repeats that after heavy enemy resistance the city fell to the German troops.
 German infantry on the march is said to have covered as much as 45 miles day. Where bridges were destroyed, the Germans are shown sending their trucks and tanks rumbling over their own pontoon bridges. Troops crossed streams and canals under fire in inflated rubber boats. Civilians are seen greeting victorious German troops with flowers, wine and food.
 Scenes At Dunkerque
 Scenes at Dunkerque show roads lined solidly on both sides with abandoned motorized equipment; on the beaches are hastily erected runways of timber by which the British attempted to get their roll ing stock aboard ship, Numerous vessels are shown half-submerged or beached.
 The picture shows also a small group of British prisoners march, ing down a road somewhere in Flanders. A lone German officer watching them pass shouts com- mand at which the Tommies break into double time trot toward the camera. The officer beats the quick time with one hand.
 Some scenes shot from dive bombers in action show the pilots
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-11-27
Eureka Chapter

Walter Berger, grand principal sojourner, of Bridgeport, last night, inspected Eureka chapter, Royal Arch Masons, at Masonic temple, and praised the work of the organization under the lead ership of Paul Reed. The inspector noted that applications for mem bership have increased.
 Under the direction of MT. Reed the mark master degree was ex- emplified upon two candidates. Later a buffet lunch was served by the wives of the officers.
 Present with the inspecting off, cer, MT Berger, were Walter Stockert, grand master of the first veil, of Torrington: A. w. Wunsch, grand custodian, of Meriden, and James w. Burhoe, grand junior steward, of this city. Also present but unoficially, was Eugene H. El- lis of Naugatuck, most excellent grand high priest of Connecticut.
 The work of Wales Meisinger, Carl Henion and George R. An- grave, as well as that of Raymond H. Daniels, Walter L. Wood, Louis Wenzel, Daniel G. Taylor, Oscar Normand and Felix Rodeck was cited by the inspector.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-11-27
BALDWIN BACKS STATE ART WEEK
Lauds Program Acquaint= ing People With Work of
 Artists and Craftsmen

To celebrate the opening of Na- tional Art Week, Monday, Novem- Der 25, Governor Raymond E. Bald- win, gave his whole-hearted sup port to the program for the state of Connecticut. He congratulated Sanford B. D. Low, state chairman, and Walter O. R. Korder, vice. chairman for the Hartford area, on the splendid statewide organiza- tion which has been set up to fam lliarize the people with the work of Connecticut artists and crafts- men.
 The governor, in his statement, said:
 More Keenly aware today than ever before in the history of our ] country of the value and impor- tance of our American way of life. our people are turning to Ameil- can art and crafts as the outpour- ing of our native ideals and char acter. It is a significant fact that in these times of world emergency we more fully realize the wealth of our own cultural resources.
 Let us, therefore, consider the richness of the contribution which our native Connecticut artists and craftsmen have made and will con- tinue to make to our homes, our schools, our places of business and our public buildings. Let Us mani fest our appreciation for their in- dustry and talents by providing im- mediately broader market for their work. Let us instill in our younger generations the conscious ness of the value of fine paintings, beautiful sculpture, and skillfully fashioned handicrafts so that they may in turn make them an essential part Of their lives and experience Let us demonstrate to our artists and craftsmen Of today and those who follow in the years to come that there is the assurance of a satisfactory livelihood in the ex- pression of their inherent gifts.
 Our forefatherS, carving a nation out of a wilderness, adorned their homes with the art and handicrafts of their contemporaries. Today we are carving new place for Amer ica in the history of the world. Let us take advantage during National Art Week of the cultural opportun- ities which surround us. Let us build them into our daily lives as an expression of the freedom of our American people,
 Commenting on the governors statement, MT. Low said, q feel that with the earnest and far reaching support of our state off, cials and the civic-spirited citizens of every community, we cannot fail to achieve a greater appreciation for the arts and crafts in this state. An important beginning has al- ready been made for Art Week in the brisk sales reported today by every saleS-exhibition center in the state. With works of art in theil homes to live with every day, oul people cannot help providing the much-needed market for our artists and craftsmen which has been de- nied them in the past ten years"
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-11-27
Additional Society

MT. and Mrs. John Driscoll o1 Lounsbury Street were guests o1 honor at reception given on the occasion of their 18th wedding an- niversary, Sunday afternoon and evening at Harmon's Blue Room.
 Burt King of Watertown act ed as master of ceremonies and en- tertainment consisted of a group ot magicianS from New York.
 The guests of honor received many beautiful gifts and a purse from those attending who where
 MT. and Mrs. T. Fitzinaurice, MT and Mrs. John Leary, MT. and Mrs James Feeley, Mrs. Wm. Burning ham ST., MT. and Mrs. Leo Delaney Mrs. Edmund McGrath, Mrs. M Shiel, Mrs. K. Heaven, MT. and Mrs Maurice Kelly, Mrs. P. Leary, Mrs M. Cronin, MT. and Mrs. B. Joyce MT. and Mrs. Michael Broderick Mrs. M. Brady, Mrs. J. M. McGrail Mrs. John Falvey, Mrs. Ann Hal lorhan, MT. and Mrs. P. Calvin, MT and Mrs. G. Casey, Mrs. Timothy O. Connell, MT. and Mrs. c. Carey Mrs. w. Dunne, Mrs. T. Fov, MT and Mrs. Maurice Kelly, MT. anc Mrs. Patrick Hughes. Mrs. Anne Christinat, MT. and Mrs. James Fly land, MT. and Mrs. Francis Shea MT. and Mrs. James Rabbit, MT and Mrs. Patrick Kennedy. Mrs Wayne Burns, Mrs. J. Rielly, MT and Mrs. E. Hussey, Mrs. w. Gaunt MT. and Mrs. John Dalton, MT and Mrs. Joseph Kendrick. Mrs Edward McGrath, Mrs. M. M.cCor- mack, Mrs. M. Goggins, MT. ano Mrs. James Fleming.
 Mrs. Frank Smith, Mrs. Matt Bergin. Mrs. T. Early, Mrs. J. Shee- han. Mrs. Reilley, Mrs Estells Wheeler of Winsted, MT. and Mrs M. Shepard of Southington, MT. ane Mrs. John Makoney of Winsted, MT and Mrs. Louis Nadeau, MT. ane Mrs. Michael Driscoll, MT. and Mrs Michael Driscoll, MT. and Mrs. Mich ael Shugrue. Mrs. John Griffin, MT and Mrs. Vincent Casey, MT. ano Mrs. Bernard Griffin, Mae Mahoney Nellie Fitzmaurice, Irene Fitz- maurice, Eleanor Drumm, Dorothy Ferguson, Hannah Quinn, Sis Nee han, Jessie Santavanere, Mary Lucid Mae Feeley, Patricia Casey, Mary Joyce, Mary Kelley, Estelle Casseu Peggie Driscoll, Mary A. and Shirley Shugrue, Marie Deborah and Nancy Griffin. Mary Birmingham, John Calvin, Bob Leen. Thomas Casey, Frank Conlon, Denis Broderlck, o K,Josep etaoinshrdlushrdlulluuu Joseph Parker, George Stone of Winsted, James Meehan, Fred Powell, John Feley, John and Thomas Driscoll, Chris Griffin, George Shugrue, Mary, Joseph and James Driscoll and MT. and Mrs. John Driscoll.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-11-27
JOHN BARRYMORE
 IS NOT DISPLAYED

Hollywood. Nov. 27.-CUP)-John Barrymore, having been divorced by his fourth wife, Elaine Barrie. set out today to find the perfect mate" and this time, he said, he plans to do the wooing himself.
 Miss Barrie, who pursued Barry more across the continent in one of the most sensational courtships Hollywood ever saw, was granted a default decree yesterday, and the graying great profile said he was greatly relieved.'
 T am free to resume my search for the perfect mate," he told news papermen who interviewed him in the office of his attorney while Miss Barrie recited to the superior court how cruel he had been.
 Asked how it seemed to be free again, Barrymore said, Its won- derful, even if, after all, it's no new experience with me-"
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-11-27
Red Cross Roll Call
 Today Reaches $5,257

eral Baking Company, $10; Post College, $990; Blake & Johnson Inc, $35; American Brass Company $205 20; Hampson. Mintie and Ab- bolt, SIS; Anderson School, $1 ad- ditional; H. s. Chase School. $5; Frost Road 122-151, Mrs. T. A O'Dea, $2.50; Merriman School, SIS; Tower Road and Sands St., Mrs A. A. Benedict, $25; Euclid Ave. 81- 206, Mrs. J. H. Green, $35; Crescent St. Mrs. Earl w. McGann, SIP; Cloves Terrace and Roseland Ave. Mrs. George A. King, $15; Mitchell Ave. and Holmes Ave, Daniel Dris- coll, Jr., $13.50.
 West Main St. 164-314, Mrs. B Henry Mason, $15; Gaffney Place Mrs. Anderson, $425; Park Place Mrs. Howard Sharp, $5; Victorian Apts., Miss Harriet Cone, $15; Cooke St., 29-194, Mrs. L. F. Minneman $12: Cooke St.. 131-144. Mrs. M. J. Albert, $2: Cooke St., 260-275, Mrs Herman Rooster, S1; West Main St.. 30-71, Miss Brady, 8; Piedmont St., 369-561, Mrs. William Adams, $6.50; Bryan St., Plank Road and Harker Ave, Mrs. Herman Manuel, $7; Midland, Dewberry, Hillhouse Road Mrs. Howard Case, $6; Baldwin St. 92O-9O8, Lounsbury St. and South St., Mrs. Wilfred Rochon, $15.45; Laval St., South View St., and Sylvan Ave, Miss Catherine F Rochon, $1135; Dixie Ave, Miss Mary Andrews, $40; Ledgeside Ave, 70-231, Mrs. A. Draher,> $17 Park Road, Mrs. James Overton, $3; Robbins St., 163-246, Mrs. Howard Miller, $8; Chase Parkway, 688-826 Briarcliff Ave. and Ellsworth Road Mrs. Roy Walch, $7.
 Avalon Circle, Stefana Lane, Mrs John E. Herbst, Jr., SIPS; Water vile St., 70-92, Mrs. Harold Man vile, $2; Chestnut Ave, 126-199 Mrs. Ella H. Johnston, $15; Lower Waterville St., Mrs. Clarence H Oviatt, $5; Waterville St., 370-7O9 Miss Helen B. Heater, $5.50; Plaza Ave, 48-126, Mrs. Harold Chipman $50; Willow St.. 242-296, Mrs. Mary N. Perham, s; D. A. V. Waterbury Chapter No. g, $5; Girl Scouts of Troop 3, $1; mail subscriptions, ST; office subscriptions, SIP.
 Total returns to date: $5,25797.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-11-27

objective, a railroad terminal or a ship, fixed steadily in the cam- era's eye, drawing nearer and nearer during the swift descent until just as it becomes clearly dis cernible, the plane zooms upward again with the loosing of it's bomb, and the scene moves over the hori- zon and back into the sky.
 Armistice Action Shown
 At Compiegne the arrival of Fun Ter Adolf Hitler and Marshal Her man Goering is shown. Hitler walks to the railroad car, pauSes at the steps and seems to ask if this is the right spot, an aide rushes up and mods. The NaZis take places at one side of the table inside the car and await the French. General Charles Huntzinger leads the French party. They enter the car, there is an ex- change of salutes and the French take their seats according to the placecards arranged beforehand. Then Hitler reads the preamble to the .Armistice conditions and de- parts to the music of military band. Through the windows of the car can be seen the men around the table rise to their feet and the cam era moves along until it gives us a closeup of single window, There is a clear view of the straight back of the little French general with the tips of his fingers just touching the visor of his military cap.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-11-27

guy has been driven to the point of having to fight for his very exist ence. To elucidate-over-po population and need of grain and other goods caused England to send out explorers about 1780, in quest of colonies, which when found were considered by that nation as colonies to be plundered and conquered. Once the custom established, other nations followed, until today the present war is still a contest over colonies. But the day has passed when single nation
 can hold the monopoly of lands and
 markets. Now there are no new lands to be discovered, so all na-
 tions want a share, an equal share of what there is, and so the squab-
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-11-27
BY ELMER c. WALZER limited Press Financial EditOrl

New York, Nov. 27-CUP)-Stocks declined fractionally at a quiet opening today. Bonds were irregular Cotton futures opend to 4 points higher.
 Jones & Laughlin preferred lost a point to 101 1-2, reflecting dis appointment over action of directors in declaring a dividend of only $1 on arrears. U. s. Steel opened 1000 shares at 63 7-8 of 1-8 while Beth lehem was up 1-8 at 86 78.
 Chrysler opened at 77 off A.; Standard Oil (New Jersey) 34 1-2 off 1-8; Lockheed 30 1-2 of 1-4; Sears Roebuck 76 off IA; Socony- Vacuum 3-4 off 1-8; Woolworth B IS of 1-8; American Telephone 166 5-8 off 1-8;Monegomery Ward 1000 shares at 37 1-2 off 1-2; and
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-11-27
COP. CHAIRMAN
 NOT YET DECIDED

Hartford, Conn, Nov. 27-UP)- Supporters of Fairfield County leader J. Kenneth Bradley said to- day he was assured of election Mon- day as Republican state chairman with a minimum of 45 votes of the total on the state central committee.
 Backers of Anson T. McCook, Hartford political leader, claimed however, that he had pledges of support from 43 state central com- mittee members.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-11-27
TAKES HIS LIFE

New Britain, Conn, Nov. 27-(UP) Adolf zering, 57, father of Il chil- dren, committed suicide late yes- terday by inhaling Illuminating gas fumes in his home. Zering was one of 300 men on strike at the Union Manufacturing Go.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-11-27
Coming Events

Nov. 27-Women's Educational club dance, The Elton.
 Nov. 27-Sacred Heart H.. s. alumnae dance, Temple hall.
 Nov. Bachelors Thanksgiv- ing dance, Waterbury Country club Nov. 29-L'Amitie sorority dinner dance, Wright's inn.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-11-27
FrQteTndL MeOS
CircOIO Dante

The annual dinner-dance of the Circolo Dante was attended last night by ten couples at the Cop per room of The Elton. The ar arrangements committee in charge was headed by Joseph V. Ronzoni, club president.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-11-27
B.P.O.E.

The Waterbury lodge of Elks will hold memorial services fer fifteen departed brothers on Sunday, Dec. I, at 8:15 p. m. in the Elks' lodge rooms, West Main street.
 Colonel Lott R. Breen, member of the Governors staff and aid to Governor Raymond E. Baldwin will deliver the eulogy for the de- parted members. Col. Breen is managing editor of the Bridgeport Post Telegram. The public is in- vited to attend the ceremonies.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-11-27
REV. MIR. JOHNSON
 TO GIRL SERMON

Rev. Samuel c. Johnson, pastor oi St. Pauls Methodist Church on East Farms street, will preach on the subject, forgetting to Be Thank full" tomorrow morning at the 8 O. clock services. The public will be vel come to atetnd these annual Thanksgiving morning services.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-11-27

The returns from the annual roll call of the Waterbury Chapter of the American Red Cross to date have reached $5,257.97 as reported by Mrs. Edith E. Ladd, executive secretary today.
 The Roll Call donations as re- ported today follow:
 Hotel Elton, $18.60; McTernan's $ School for Boys, $16.13: Musler- Liebeskind, $4685; Waterbury Steele Ball Company, $9; additional, Gen.