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The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-03-15
Many Wildlife Species
 In U.S.A. On Increase
Others Still Face Extinction Complete Cooperation Officials, SpOrtsmen Landowners Required to
 Save Heritage

ducks were on their way to oblivion Widespread draining of nesting areas plus overshooting had all but wiped out migratory waterfowl Frantically the sportsmen appealed to the United States to do something about the situation.
 Uncle Sam did something - he gave the Biological Survey increased appropriations which enabled 1t to buy suitable lands and improve them for duck sanctuaries and refuge areas. Tn addition, the. states began to take a hand. Regulations on hunting were frightened and game laws were enforced. Conservation minded citizens of the land held their breath. What would happen? Could the pintail and other ducks be saved?
 Slowly the duck population began to rise. And 1t kept on rising. Today through the combined efforts of the Bureau of Biological Survey. The National Wildlife Federation, the various state conservation depart ments, and interested private par ties, the ducks are coming back
 True, they are nowhere near as abundant as formerly, but at least, they have been saved and are on the increase.
 Of all the species of ducks, the pintail is next to 8 most numerous. It is the principal duck of the Pacific flyway, and is much sought after game bird. So much so, in fact, that Biological Survey field men and Cali fornia state game wardens must be constantly on the alert to guard against the market duck shooter who infestS the Sacramento rice fields and attempts to shoot the birds for unlawful sale.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-03-15

ed and conducted the business meeting. Those in charge of the aqfiair were Harold Slater, Andrew Finlay, Leverence Berzier. Harold Manville and Albert Collins.
 Tom corby, general chairman of the charity circus. George Greene, treasurer, s. Sidney Pear son, secretary and other commit tee members were present to dis cuss problems and arrange conn mittee problems.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-03-15

dah orottos patrol team last night in Masonic hall.
 Among the tricks receiving ap- plalise were the making by Mir. Jen- toch of cake from some wisps of cotton, and producing watches and coins from the clothes of spectators.
 Tomlin's sleight of hand included the manufacture of silk handker- chiefs out of thin air, and the ren- dering of Q weird concert with strange instruments.
 Monarch Clarence Slater presid-
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-03-15
CAMPUS JOKE ON JOKERs

Sacramento, Cal.-(UP)-Some- body at Placer Junior College made the mistake of nominating as 8 joke, Miss Juanita Grimshaw as commissioner in charge of ali student athletics, including those of the male students. She took it seriously, campaigned even more seriously, qualified for a runoff election and defeated two mem bers of the varsity football squad for the post.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-03-15
|ZINDAH CROTTO'S
 TEAM ENTERTAINED

Adam Jentoch, president of the Waterbury branch of the American Magicians Society, and Harry Tom lin, of New Haven. also magician, were featured at meeting of Zin-
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-03-15
DEFICIT REPORTED
 BY COUNTRY CLUB

The Waterbury Country Club op- erated last year at deficit of eI0,- 355, according to the financial re- port. Total assets are $427, 900 of which $3o,00O is surplus.
 Thomas R. Kellogg and Alexander
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-03-15

1-van VII be eiactsd directors at the annual meeting Tuesday, suc- ceeo-ng ]. M, Burrall, Jr., and E. ]. Rockwell, Buckingham P. Merriman will be reelected,
 It is expected the directors will reelect the present officers.
 RoWley w. Phillips is president.
 Tn seven weeks large industrialists and trade organizations in Sweden collected privately among them selves 100000 for Finland.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-03-15

colersal Tweed eabrles! Tremsadeas variesy! eepslar tisrriashonSs
 Slnsle.hrsasssd Medslsi
 Conservative Bex coess! 1! English 0repe ceoss! MiIlserY Golfer ceass!
 Raslaa Sleeve haedsls!
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-03-15

The reports of revelry at the Can tone Cafe continue. Just the other evening, somebody stuffed a con- stables whistle full of dimes, nick els, and pennies. The officer tried to blow it and failed to get a sound from the improvised saving bank.
The Tacoma times. [volume] (Tacoma, Wash.) 1903-1949, 1940-12-26

Both these aircraft have given
the greatest satisfaction % ire
ROYAL AIT Force.
The Harvard i regarded as an
ideal trainer and = greatly liked
b. all pilots. The Hudson has been
employed largely On overseas re-
connaissance work. Quite number
o. Royal Air Force squadrons are
equipped with tbs type and Their
operations have been most success
ful
These Hud on squadrons
have had 10 operate under ex-
tremely arduous conditions
over the North Sea and Allan
tic ocean. Their reliability has
been remarkable and their fly
ing qualities in all weathers
and under all conditions are
greatly appreciated by the
British pilots.
Although the nature Of their
work is not such as TO lead 10
much combat work, they have
very frequently encountered oppo-
sition Of the heaviest nature. both
from snti-aircraft and fighter air.
craft. Invariably they have emery
cd successfully from these en-
counters and not a few Of the
German aircraft destroyed have
been the victims Of the Hudsons.
Admired by Crews
On occasions it has been neces-
sary for these aircraft closely 10
reconnoiter over areas very heav-
lily defended by snti-aircraft guns
and the punishment they have
taken without in any way affect
ing the continued efficient func-
tioning Of every part Of the air
craft has been a source Of sdmira-
ton 10 the crews.
Newer types Of aircraft have not
reached England in any great num-
beers and hardly any have yet been
in action. The Curtiss P40, called
the Tomahawk by the Royal Air
Force. is now in quantity produc-
ton and a considerable number
have reached England. No squad
ron Of this type has. as far as is
known. however, yet been in &C
ton. but the British pilots report
it is a fine air plane to fly and
that in speed and meneuverability
The Tacoma times. [volume] (Tacoma, Wash.) 1903-1949, 1940-12-26

Tiny island fuel depots and OBJ
servation posts lying in a great
circle from Hawaii southwesterly
to Australia would be the basis Of
such a sea road II formed.
Singapore bastion of occiden-
tai naval and military power In the
Far East which In all forseeable
emergencies officials believe would
he in friendly British hands-would
be the outmost anchor OF the line
Of bases. Hawaii. the United States
huge naval. military and air base
400 miles from San Francisco.
would be the home base.
Over such q road American
warships In wartime could
The Tacoma times. [volume] (Tacoma, Wash.) 1903-1949, 1940-12-26
Executioner Man
Of Experience

JACKSON. Miss. - Hypnotist.
electrician and veteran Of the
armed services. s4-year-old Jimmy
Thompson isn't awed by his new
job Of delivering death TO all parts
Of Mississippi.
Thompson has been hired as the
states official executioner and will
carry the new portable electric
chair by truck TO county seats
wherever executions are scheduled.
1t will be nothing new TO me-
Thompson said when Gov. Paul 3.
johnson announced his appoint
ment i have helped hang and
electrocute men. Part Of my ex-
perience was obtained at Canyon
+ CITY. Colo"
Thompson gets 500 for each
electrocution. Although his trade
now is electrician. ne also has
made his living as hypnotist and
has served four years in the army.
four years in the navy. and two
in the marines.
Thompson's home is ~ do. he
is father Of four children
The Tacoma times. [volume] (Tacoma, Wash.) 1903-1949, 1940-12-26
Woman Recovering
From Taking Iodine

An unexplained attempt at sui
eide. Mrs. Ruth Hampson was in
ST. Joseph's hospital Wednesday
suffering from swallowed iodine.
Although her condition is stin
critical. hospital attaches declared
she has a good chance" for re-
covery.
Mrs. Hampson is the wife Of
Samuel Hampson, custodian Of the
Park Avenue school. Their home
Is GOLF So. Fife 81.
The Tacoma times. [volume] (Tacoma, Wash.) 1903-1949, 1940-12-26
Alumni TO Set Up
Scholarship Fund

All proceeds from the silver
anniversary reunion and ball of
the Lincoln High alumni associa-
ton To be held Friday, will 60 to T
the establishment of a scholarship T
loan fund. according to announce
ment recently made by the alumni
council. The object of the fund
is to provide loans to graduates of
Lincoln high at a low rate Of in
terest. the fund 10 be built up
until IL is possible to offer one or
more scholarships to worthy
students.
4 The South Tacoma kiwanians
! have been selected by the alumni
I council TO serve as trustees and
administrators of the fund. Until
they are ready to take charge, a
temporary board composed of
Principal b. o. Beal. DR.. A. Giese
Of the Kiwanis club. and Harold
Johnson of the alumni viii act as
trustees.
Patrons and patronesses for the
dance are named as follows: Mr..
and Mrs. Burt o. Beal, Mr.. and
Mrs. Howard Goold. Mayor and
Mrs Harry Cain, Or. and Mrs.
r. A. Funk, and Mr.. and Mrs.
Carl knauf
The nominating committee has
selected the following candidates
to run for offices during the COM
ing year: President. Jack Slater,
Is. Jerry Holeb. IS: vice presi-
dent. John BUD SPAIN, Ear
Benson. Eddie Zanuzoski: secre-
tory. Phyllis Wilson. Helen Sowell;
treasurer. Lola Huff and Betty
Evanson. Election Of officers vii
take place at the opening Of this
reunion.
The Tacoma times. [volume] (Tacoma, Wash.) 1903-1949, 1940-12-26

pore line might be started in 1871.
Among official steps already
taken which could be used TO form
the route was the announcement
Saturday that the tiny island of
Palmyra. 1000 miles southwest of
Hawaii, has been placed under
jurisdiction of the navy depart
ment. That island already is being
prepared as a naval air station
with fuel deposits and signal equip
ment, for defensive purposes.
The Tacoma times. [volume] (Tacoma, Wash.) 1903-1949, 1940-12-26
Charges U. S. Sending
Britain Inferior Planes
Is Not Substaniaied!
Bv AIR COMMODORE G. c. PIRIE

WASHINGTON - Since the British government flrst
placed orders for military aircraft in the United States over
1000 such aircraft have been produced IN various aircraft
factories throughout the country.
The great majority types
Doheed Aircraft Corporation which
in England Loekheed Hudson and advanced trainer
which called TIE Harvard BY the
Royal identical with the advanced trainer used
The Tacoma times. [volume] (Tacoma, Wash.) 1903-1949, 1940-12-26

= compares favorably with the
spitfire.
4 number Of I. : attack bomb
ers have also been delivered n
England and these vii be brought
into action as soon as certain modi-
feauons TO improve their fighting
qualities have been incorporated.
The Tacoma times. [volume] (Tacoma, Wash.) 1903-1949, 1940-12-26

move with relative safety 20
attack enemy trade routes In
the Far East or 10 support
British and Dutch fleet units
already there. supply ships
also could move goods and mu-
nitions along such n line 10
the fleet and 10 China through
Its back door" the Burma
road. experts said.
Some base construction already
has been NEUTRALITY-SUSPICIOUS. ref.
srenee to this projected .'road"-
md could be used If the route &:
organized. II was suggested, but
not confirmed. that some construc-
ton directly related to the Singa-
The Tacoma times. [volume] (Tacoma, Wash.) 1903-1949, 1940-12-26
Navy Experts Blueprint
Road to Singapore

naval experts reported today TO
have blueprnted Singapore
Pacific bases
in
Evening star., 1940-11-17

Without conceit and without arrogance
America assumes the role not only OF
peacemaker, bat of restorer Of the ways
that make for the happiness and security
of those not of her kindred America
must be reminded at this time of the
ancient word spoken by the prophet:
They that shall be of thee shall build
the old waste places; thou shalt raise
up the foundations Of many generations;
thou shalt be called the repairer OF the
breach, the restorer OF paths TO dwell in"
In such trying and critical times a
nation so blessed as is this Republic
cannot. except to its own peril, assume
an attitude of unreSponsiyenesS 70 the
ills of other peoples. Again, nation
so amazingly guided and 50 richly pros
pered cannot in the face Of torn and
distracted world forget the God who
in such strange and marvellous ways has
directed her destiny. The resort 10 arms
and to defense must not make her for
getful that enduring peace and security
are alone to be found by following the
paths Of rectitude, in a reverent recog-
milton OF Gods goodness and mercy.
This approaching Thanksgiving Day
must lnd the people OF America reyer-
emily responsive and grateful for what
they are and for what they have. It
must be no day for selfish qualification
or an excess Of self h-cOnfidence II was
said TO a nation Of old: Thou shalt re-
member the Lord thy God, for II is He
that giyeth -'ee power 20 get wealth p"
and this word is followed by the solemn
admonitIon: 1T shall be If thou do at
all forget the Lord thy God and walk
after other gods, and serve them and
worship them, l testify against you this
day that ye shall surely perish" If
We as a people would strengthen our
unity, heal the breaches that now and
again come in our national life, forget
and forgive all racial and Class animoa-
ties and fit ourselves for the mighty
tasks that lie ahead, We must resort 10
those deep and basic religious principles
upon which the fathers builded the Re
public. This must be different kind
Of national Thanksgiving Day This
must be in reality a dav Of rededlcat ton
Of all the people, 2 rededication Of body,
soul and mind 10 that kino Of unity that
alone comes from the recognition O.
one God and Father Of US al.
Evening star., 1940-11-17
THANKSGIVING
By the Right ReD James E. Freeman D. d. L. D. c. L.,
Bishop of Washington.

Once again we stand at the threshold
of another national Thanksgiving Day
Once again we are called upon as a
people to recognize God S goodness TO us
in the return of seedtime and harvest.
Surely this Thanksgiving Day must mean
more to the Nation than any we have
observed for years past America, of
the great powers, is at peace-at peace
with all the world. She holds 10 her
traditions and her determination to
maintain her vast estate freed from any
and all entangling alliances and TO
maintain her cause unlet and unhindered
by alien influences. This does not imply
SelfishneSs or aloofnesS, or indifference
TO the sorrows and tragedies that have
befallen other people. Removed from
the scenes Of world conflict in both
Europe and Asia, America seeks to pursue
her course and to stand at all times in
readiness to meet any consistent de-
mands that may be made upon her,
and TO mitigate as far as she may the
sufferings and sorrows that have come
TO other nations.
WnlIe America feDOerS tIdnKS Tor the
rich and abundant blessings that have
come to her people Of many kindreds
and races that share her lot, she re-
members on her knees the urgent and
crying needs Of others. At such a time
America must recognize that in quiet
ness and confidence shall be her
strength" To preserve the unity Of her
own people, 10 maintain serene and
dispassionate mind, TO keep her heart
sensitive TO the woes Of others outside
her borders, all this she must and can
do on the day of her national thanks
giving.
Under the pressure Of world events
this country is forced 10 direct all its
energies TO vast defense system. She
is compelled TO call her sons away from
their occupations and daily pursuits in
order to make her Army and Navy
adequate 10 meet any and all conditions
that may arise. She does this with
reluctance and only because of the
exigencies which the present world situa-
ton has forced upon her. In doing this
she demands loyalty and unity within her
borders. The treasures she would defend
are not only for her ovn consumption
and enrichment; she designs them TO
serve the afflicted peoples everywhere.
Evening star., 1940-11-17

sixty miles an hour without the
slightest regard for the safety of
others. This particular defendant,
after running down his victims, left
them dying in the streets while he
sped on in a reckless effort to escape
from pursuing police. Certainly, no
clemency was indicated il his case.
Trial Justice Morris, in imposing
sentence, acknowledged that his duty
was a difficult one. But he also
recognized that the courts have
definite obligation to society in cases
of this kind, and said that the long
sentence was being imposed on this
defendant as a deterrent to others.
1t is to be hoped that this unprece-
dented penalty will have that effect.
But if it does not, # there should be
a duplication of this case in the
future, the offending motorist should
be dealt with no less severely, for
experience has shown beyond dispute
that policy of leniency does not pay
in dealing with drunken drivers.
Evening star., 1940-11-17
Drunken Drivers

A young man who killed two per-
sons in the course Of wild. drunken
automobile ride has been sentenced
to serve from fifteen years to life in
jail-the most severe penalty ever
imposed in a case of this kind in the
District
The heavy sentence was based
upon a conviction for second degree
murder This, in itself, is without
precedent in the District since the
trial jury was required to find that
the defendant was actuated by malice
in killing the man in whose case the
murder verdict was returned.
IF this seems to be harsh rule,
it should be remembered that drastic
measures are necessary to protect the
public from motorists so intoxicated
that they drive through the city at
Evening star., 1940-11-17

venture capital, high margins, elm
ination of trading pools, and the
curbing of specialists on the exchange
floor. Lack of a definite upward
economic trend also marred the VOL
ume of trading. Then, too, 1929 is
still remembered
Nobody knows how long the greatly
increased market activity will con-
tinue. But whatever comes, bull mar
ket or bear, the present substantial
upswing in the volume of trading has
brought Joy to the hearts of exchange
officials everywhere, as we'll as to the
vast market following the brokers
refer to as "the public"
Evening star., 1940-11-17
Bio Markets Awaken

The stock, bond, grain and cotton
markets have come back into the
LneLght after many months Of ex-
treme dullneSs. Following long days
Of stagnant trading, the New York
Stock Exchange has witnessed nine
consecutive sessions in which more
than a million shares have been
traded Many important issues have
moved upward as market followers
have swarmed to the boardroOms to
watch the changing quotations after
weeks Of calls only by telephone. Re-
ports state that many former traders
have re-entered the market.
Brokers say one reason for the re-
vival of interest in the country's Sc
curities marts was Secretary Of the
Treasury Morgenthaus statement
that Congress will be requested TO in
crease the national debt limit 10 sixty
billion dollars, which can be more
graphically stated as sixty thousand
million dollars. and to place tax on
future Government bond issues. His
announcement revived imitation gos-
sip and focused attention on invest
nents.
The new demand for security issues
also is ascribeo to the ending OF the
political uncertainty connected with
the national political campaign.
Another important factor in the pres
ent market activity is the Govern
ments national defense program,
which soon will be felt in every
channel of trade Filling Of defense
orders already is starting an indus
trial boom.
The market luI, which now appears
70 have been pushed aside was due
to numerous factors-r3gld securities
and exchange rules aimed at protec-
ton Of investors, tlrnidity Of so-calen
Evening star., 1940-11-17
Capital SideIiehts
By win p. Kennedy.

The recent announcement by the War
Department Of its plans for Ski-training
Of troops. particularly pilots in the air
force, emphasizes the foresightedness Of
the Oldest man II -Representa-
tive Edward T. Taylor Of Colorado. who
nearly two years ago urged such train
ing upon War Department officials. In
recent months he has been supported by
his colleague. Representative Lawrence
Lewis Mr Taylor for years has been
enoeaVoring 70 arouse interest in ski
ing on the American Alps. sun Valley. il
his district. More than two years ago
Bill F'iske, who recently joined the ROYAL
Air Forces and was shot down over Lon
don. reported 70 Nj Taylor that the
Germans were training 10000 men in
ski battalons This gave them intensive
physical exercise. The work in high al
titudes gave them lung expansion. and
the very nature Of skiing mace them
alert. Mr.. Taylor points out that this
training Is not for q special force TO de-
fend the Northwestern areas. but the real
purpose is 70 properly develop young
aTlators. He argues that il should be
done where The snow condition IS con-
slant. the quality Of the Snsw right for
long perlOdS-SO as 10 avoid IayOfs arC
intermittent training. He advised War
Department officials that before skiing
camps are established snow experts. such
as those employed IN the Swiss Army.
should make careful surveys. and that
Tor mass training vast open spaces are
needed with slopes that are covered with
snow from October until June. Ski camps
should not be located IN response TO local
enthusiasm or political pressure, ne in
sists.
Evening star., 1940-11-17

When Representative Lindsay c. War
ren o. North Carolina left the House
on November l 10 become Controller
General Of the United States, ne depart
ed with sincere acclaim such as has
been given to few other alumni" Of
Congress shifting 10 the executive branch
Of the Federal Government. II must be
remembered that he as much as any
other man helped 10 put through the
Presidents program for reorgsniza ton
Of the administrative branch Of the
Government. Representative John J.
Cochran Of Missouri, who succeeds Mr..
Warren as chairman Of the Committee
on Accounts-the housekeeping and
chatelaine agency Of the EouSe-has
written an account Of Mr. Warrens
stewardship for the permanent Record
Of Congress. Mr. Warren has an egcep-
tional head for figures and was generally
recognized as one Of the ablest parlia-
mentarians and presiding officers In the
entire history Of Congress Mr.. Cochran
says Of him: He is no Snowman. He is
an honest-to-goooness human being,
whose outstanding Characteristic is
horse-sense, diminishing quality In this
auto age. He is natural" And Rep
resentatiFe Herbert c. Bonner, elected to
succeed MIR. Warren, on his first day in
the House put into rhe Record his own
personal tribute as former secretary TO
Mr. Warren with an account Of the ova-
ton the home folks Of North Carolina
paid on Lindsay Warren Gay"