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The Waterbury Democrat., 1941-01-23

The Legislature was expected to pass the measure which would grant to the U. s. Army Air Corps HOO acre tract of land in Windsor Locks, which would be immediately made over into an air field headquarters for the northeastern half of the United States.
 Waterbury, of course, would be but one of many strategic centers ill New England to be afforded pro- tection by it's proximity to the fly ing Aeld. Waterbury would only be ten minutes flying distance from the proposed air field.
 ArmOry of Nation
 As Governor Hurley put it in his special message, "Connecticut is the arrn0ry of the nation" and must be given every possible means of pro- lection in the event that we are precpitated in the European con- flict.
 In view of the fact that Water bury has been given more than S25, ,0O0OO0 worth of national ue- fense contracts in recent months 1t is highly important that its vast in- dustries, together with those of Hartford, New Haven, Bridgeport, and other manufacturing centers i'll this state, be amply guarded by at tacks from enemy air invaders.
 The governors measure provides for condemnation proceedings and appropriates about s250,0OO to reim- purse approximately 150 property owners. The Army will take over the airport on May 1, according to present plans, and will base pur- suit squadron there. It may be recalled that Congressman J. Joseph Smith for many months past has been actively demanding the pres-- ence of a pursuit squadron in Con- necticut.
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The Waterbury Democrat., 1941-01-23
American Flyer Is Against Either Belligerent Winning
Wants Negotiated Peace; Europe Would Be PrOstrate If One Wins; No Fear
 of Invasion in United States
BY JOHN R. BEAL United Press Staff Correspondent)

Washington, Jan 23 3-(UP)-C Col Charles A. Lindbergh told the House Foreign Affairs committee today that he would prefer to neither side win in the European "and would like a negotiated peace.' "I would prefer to neither side vii" Lindbergh said. "Pd like to negotiated peace. believe a complete victory for either side would result in the prostration of Europe such never before have seen.
 Better To End Without Victory
 Lindbergh, opposing the administrators British Aid Johnson Democrat Texas noted that Lndbergh never had expressed sympathy for either side Ut would be better TOT if the ends without conclusive victory Llnu- bergh said Ut would not be best to Germany defeated negotiated peace is the best for have sympathy for the peoples both sides and not with their aims Indbergh added that fall of the British navy would mot seriously menace the United States
 Wants Neither To Win
 Johnson repeated his question, asking which sides victory would be better. Lindbergh replied tersey:
 Neither" Applause burst out in the committee room where 800 spectators had gathered The main problem here said Representatives Charles Eaton, Republican, New Jersey lis the pending b ostensby to aid England you favor it?" I opposed to it,, said Llndbergn I'm opposed for two reasons First it is step away from democracy Second it is step closer to and don't know how many more steps we can take and still be short of war"
 No Fear of Invasion
 In his prepared statement Lndbergh said that he did believe that United States need fear invasion by ar or sea so long maintained army navy and air force of reasonable size"
 Lndbergh said that neutrality law revision brought the nation closer to added to boodshed abroad ana will not have much effect the outcome. Would you drop all aid England and let the devil take the hnd most? Eaton asked T don't believe can luStlfy uros ping position already taken" Lindbergh said
The Waterbury Democrat., 1941-01-23
BLITZKRIEC ON
 NORTHEAST HALTS
"Moch" Air Attacks Were Held=Up By Fog, Icy
 Conditions
BY GARDNER FROST

United Press Staff Correspondent
 Air raid Information Center, Chelsea, Mass, Jan. g - (UP0 - A mock four day ''blitzkrieg' on the strategic northeast stalled today as fog and icing conditions, similar to those encountered over the Channel in the battle of Britain, grounded both invader and defender planes.
 With 48 hours of caseless attack on vital air industries and plants tan end, defenders" claimed to have destroyed" 19 of the 31 "en- emy' bomber flights over the area that includes Massachusetts, Rhode Island, Connecticut and New York State east of the Hudson river.
 An information communique, however, admitted that during two days of these greatest United States air war games three key Massachu- setts cities and the vital Boston air port had been bombed. It said no defender planes had been lost.
 A weather report this morning described the ceiling as broken to overcast throughout the area with intermittent light rain" Icing con- ditions, it was said, existed in the low-cloud formations and light snow was expected in the northern sec tionS.
 Defender Captain Frederic H. Smith said, however, that if condi- tions improved he expected the enemy" to launch its heaviest at tack.
 Defense Shapes Up
 Captain Smith described defense activities as shaping up excellent ly." He said that during yesterdays maneuvers the information center received more than 1900 telephone calls from observers stationed in the 437 "spotting" outpOStS scattered over the region.
 It was the work of these obServ- CTS, he said, that resulted in 'deS- truction" of nine of 12 enemy bomber Squadrons that roared in from Massachusetts and Narragan- sett Bays.
 Most severe loss suffered by "de- lenders" was at Boston Airport, one of their home pursuit squadron bases. Two camouf1aged enemy flights roared in about 17,000 feet above the sea to drop incendiary bombs and escaped.
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The Waterbury Democrat., 1941-01-23
ATTACKED WOMAN
 TELLING STORY

Bridgeport, Conn. Jan. g = (U. P0-Mrs. Eleanor Strubing, Green wich society matron, went before a superior court jury today to repeat her story that she was criminally assaulted by her Negro chauffeur butler, Joseph Spell, S1, a month ago and then thrown into reser- voir and left to drown.
 Cross-examination by the defense began after Mrs. Strubing related that she first was confronted by Spell as she was taking shower at her home.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1941-01-23
14,OOO Taken At Tobruk

14,OOO Taken At Tobruk
 Fall of Tobruk, the high command said, has brought more than 14,000 prisoners thus far, including four generals and an admiral. This brought the British bag of Ital- ian generals to 16.
 Italian casualties included at least 1000 wounded while British losses were placed at less than 500. Mopping up of Tobruk, the high command said, wa scompleted last night, leaving the British free to move up their siege forces against Derna where arinored units already are feeling out the Italian defenses
 The 14,00O prisoners already taker by the British at Tobruk amount tc an Italian army division. Casualties Were Under 800
 About 200 guns of all calibers were captured with quantities Of other military materials" the com munique said.
 Our casualties were under 800. :"
 British general headquarters said that the capture of Tobruk was completed last night, indicating that Italians who were holding out in the western Qualifications had been mopped up.
 "'The enemy battle casualties have not yet been fully ascertained but 2,OOO wounded already have been evacuated said the communique.
 British Advance Forces Go On
 It was indicated that the advance forces, tanks and armored cars, al- ready were sounding, in the desert, the extent of resistance which might be expected at Derna, the last but one of Italian strongholds in East
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The Waterbury Democrat., 1941-01-23
WAR IN EUROPE A YEAR AGO,
 JAN. g, 194O
By United Press

By United Press
 Britain revealed loss of sixth destroyer, H. M. s. Exm0uth. Russians unleaShed worst air attack since early days of Finnish invasion. Films reported many women and children killed
 Losses at sea: Norwegian steamers, Miranda, Pluto and SydfOrd; British steamship Bal tangIia.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1941-01-23
Italian Naval Base Of Tobruk Is Captured
British Smash Last Defenses of Port; Two Generals Thousands of Italian Prisoners Are Captured
 in Downfall of Base
BY H. l.. PERCY United Press Staff Correspondent

London, January 23- (UP) - British advance forces have reached line between Derna and Mek 100 miles westward of Tobruk, military informants said today The British middle east command reported today that capture Tobrk had brought the total of Italian prisoners taken in the sweep of the Imperial of the Nile across the western desert to almost OOO00 officers and men
The Waterbury Democrat., 1941-01-23
TREASURY BALANCE

Washington. Jan. 23-(UP)--Govs ernment expenses and receipts for the current fiscal year through Jan. Fist, compared with year ago: This Year Expenses Last Year $5,922 ,370,239.25 $5.235,209, ,2S3.4S
 Receipts sS,15s,s56,664.55 $2.sS7,0s3.s .s3s.7s
 Gross Deficit s2,7e3.513,574.7O $2,29S,115, ,44S.7o
 Net Deficit s2,724,45s,724.7O $2.27s,112,s5s.7o
 Cash Balance s1,5s1 .ss1, ,7s1,sO s2.sso.52s. .ssl.si
The Waterbury Democrat., 1941-01-23
Governor Hurley Sends In Message
 To Legislature
I,7OO Acre Tract of Land in Windsor Locks RecOnl= mended for Connecticut Air Station; Would
 Protect Industries of State
BY RAYMOND J. FITZPATRICK Democrat Legislative Reporter)

State Capitol Hartford, January 23 - Complete pro- lection for Waterbury, we'll other industrial center of Connecticut will be provided for by the State of Con- nectcut cooperating with the Federal Government follow ing special message and to both houses of the General Assembly this morning by Governor Robert A IIJ1rlou
The Waterbury Democrat., 1941-01-23
The Weather

Fair, Much Colder
 Tonight, Friday. Fun Weather Report Page 1s
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The Tacoma times. [volume] (Tacoma, Wash.) 1903-1949, 1941-10-20
PULSE OF
THE PU BLIC
MUELLER REPLIES

Editor, The Times: I thank
Mr.. Germond for honoring me
with a reply to my article of
October 3, but he has ignored
the most vital facts that
stated The reason seems 10 be
that everybody knows them TO
he true, and that they are very
ugly facts
Germond cannot deny that
our crazy pro-British policy has
increased our national debt from
one billion dollars in 1914 to
over sixty billions now, and still
increasing with no end in sight
yet!
Our national taxes were very
low before 1914. but since then
have grown at an alarming rate.
and still rising The world war
has given us a large number of
crippies and derelicts that are
drawing pensions. and the num-
Der Of veteran pensions will in
crease with the years, and 1t
takes taxes to pay those PEN
sions. doesn't it?
As our immense national debt
for the most part is the result
OF our pro-British policy. any
body can see the folly OF it, But
fanatic pro- Britons do not want
to see it, Pro-British means:
Britain comes first. and Amer
lea second British welfare comes
first, no matter what happens
to the L. s. A Sacrificing this
country for British greed and
world dominion seems to be al
right for the prohibitions.
Can Germond tell us what
this country got out Of the
world war besides the debts that
Britain and other countries owe
VIC may hit4NAoA HtAt lildi
England was the first to refuse
TO pay her debts TO us; she en-
couraged France and others to
do the same on the plea Of pow
erty, but had plenty money to
arm for the next war Why re-
peat such folly
II counseling against a rope
tition Is pro Germanism. then
the Germans are better Ameri-
cans than the British. About so
per cent of our citizens seem to
be pro-German. according 10
Germond's opinion. I really did
not know that I had so much
company. Germond seems 10 be
IN the minority. boosting for
Britain. and more taxes and big
ger national debt. more sacrifice
ing Of American youth for Brit
ish greed and power Shake
speare was right when ne said
in the Midsummer Nights
Dream, 20 Lord. what fools
these mortals be-
A. y. MUELLER.
The Tacoma times. [volume] (Tacoma, Wash.) 1903-1949, 1941-10-20
Holy Rosary Church Anniversary

An epocha milestone in the history and progress of the
Holy Rosary church, So. 30th and Tacoma ave. being
marked this weekend in the observance of the 50h
versary of its founding. Establishment of the church
by but years the Inauguration of the parocha
school, founded in 1893 by the Benedctine Sisters Hun
ded of Tacomans in the five decades have attended
both the school and the church.
highlight in the observance of the anniversary is
the fact that Mr. and Mrs Frank Schaupp celebrate
their golden wedding anniversary this fall the first
couple to be married in the original Holy Rosary church.
The magnificent church of brick construction
completed in 1911
Special services with Bishop Shaughnessy of Seattle
be held and series of programs marking the cele
brated All Tacoma officialdom and church members will
join in wishing the congregation and school future pros
perity and webenp The task Of the so has
been well done and that the obligations of the span
of years will be equally discharged goes without saying
The Tacoma times. [volume] (Tacoma, Wash.) 1903-1949, 1941-10-20
Aluminium Showdown Not
Understandable

Washington, d. C., reports that Sen. Homer T.
Bone still confined to hospital in the national capital
and Rep Leavy of Spokane will seek appropriations in
measures before the u. S. senate for investigating
the possibilities of utilizing state aunte and aluminium
cays for the manufacture of aluminium To date baxte
has been the principal material for making the much
needed defense product.
Heartening this information is there those who
still wonder why and wherefore no action has
yet been taken to contracts for the construction of
the aluminium plants proposed for Spokane Tacoma and
Oregon site. the lasnamed osensibly TO be at
Troutdale rather than Cascade Locks Although author
lied by the OPM in july three months have passed
and the DIN corporation contracting agent for the Tacoma
aluminium plant, has not yet had It's contract signed by
representatives Of the Defense Plant corporation the u
subsidiary operating under the RFC. Just where the
"nigger in the woodpile" is no to know.
Despite the crying need for more and aluminium,
construction of the plants In the Pacific Northwest
still hangs fire. Perhaps thorough airing of the stu
alton in the senate will bring to head the manipulation
estope tactics being used to head off establishment of
such plants. We have the raw materials and the power
availab why stop the program at this stage Of the
international defense crisis?
The Tacoma times. [volume] (Tacoma, Wash.) 1903-1949, 1941-10-20
MONDAY. oCTORER 10

Good and III balance in the
planetary influences for today.
The morning In fortunate for
launching new government prof.
ects end for many varieties OF
initiative. The configuration is
fortunate for men only. Women
are under adverse direction OF
the stars.
Heart and Home: W omen
should be cautious in whatever
they do today which is favorable
to routine and especially for
bidding to ell who seek favors
or benefits that have not been
earned. II Is not promising for
those who apply for employment.
for men In charge OF personnel
will be critical and forb;dding.
This is an inauspicious date for
making plans.
Business Affairs: The config-
uration is stimulating TO merch.
andising and manufacturing.
helpful in the coordination and
direction OF important sctivi-
ties. Elimination of waste and
inefficiency in defense produc-
ton activities will be imperative.
National Issues: Rising tides
Of discomfort viii spread among
the boys in uniform as criti-
cism OF administration poll
cies is disseminated through the
mediums OF disgruntled editors
and certain leaders OF public
opinion. Astrologers read in The
stars signs that indicate revo-
lutionary tendencies which may
become OF supreme menace after
the var. Extension Of military
service will be a topic provocs-
tive of unrest.
Persons whose birthdste II is
have the augury of a year Of
good luck. Promotion for men
and women who are employed Is
indicated.
Children born on this day
probably viii have long. happy
lives. These Libra natives have
splendid talents and magnetic
personalities.
The Tacoma times. [volume] (Tacoma, Wash.) 1903-1949, 1941-10-20
Leavy Would Make Fine u. S. JUDGE

Advces from the national capital indicate that Con-
Leavy Spokane former superior judge
and prosecutor slated for appointment u s. federal
district judge Tacoma to succeed Edward E. Cushman,
retired The selection has been approved by the states
delegation in congress. Action should be anticipated at
early date
Rep Leavy well known in the state including Tacoma,
and has enjoyed splendid reputation for his legal know
edge, his ability legislator and executive AL
though many would prefer to Pierce county South
west Washington democrat appointed to the judgeship
few will deny that Leavy will make splendid selection
1t is to be hoped that President Roosevelt will make
the appointment in the future and that Judge Leavy
his duties the bench in order to clear the
overcrowded docket that has prevailed since Cushmans
retirement
The Tacoma times. [volume] (Tacoma, Wash.) 1903-1949, 1941-10-20
MUCH EXPLAINING
FOR HILIMAN

Hillman viii have lot OF
explaining to do when he ap-
pears before the Truman COM
mittee 10 defend his refusal To
award defense housing con-
tract in Michigan to a prefabri-
Gated construction company that
planned TO employ C10 labor.
The inside story hints at skull
duggery.
The z. J. Currier Lumber Co.
bid for the job was S4Sl,0o0 less
than its closest competitors be-
cause Of its plan to utilize pre-
fabricated material, Federal
Works Administrator Carmody
informed Currier that the con-
tract was his. and the latter
spent $4,000 - his friends say
S40.ooo-in buying machinery.
Attorney General Biddle held
that the Currier company was
competent financially and IN
every other way. But oPMs
board Of review. prodded oy Hill
man. ruled out the clio corpora
ton because Of the closed shop
agreement ne had negotiated
with the AFL.
The Currier company. inciden-
tally. pays higher wages than
the construction firms which
will employ only AFL work
men II lie estimated that home
buyers viii pay an extra $40 a
month for Il years II the award
is made to the Currier peoples
closest bidding rival. That
tribute eventually will come out
Of the taxpayers pockets.
The Tacoma times. [volume] (Tacoma, Wash.) 1903-1949, 1941-10-20
QUESTIONS TO TEST
YOUR KNOWLEDGE

Can you answer seven of these
rest questions Turn to page 13
for the answers.
/. Two fun moons can never
occur In the month of Febru-
airy: true or false?
2. The armistice in World war
was signed on Monday. No
vember IL, 1918 at 5 a. m,
Paris time. What time was il in
New York?
3. "A Peculiar Treasure" is
the title of an autobiography of
Eva LeGallienne. Eleanor Roose-
welt or Edna Ferher7
There are nine. twelve or
fifteen army corps areas in the
L. s.
3. What is the middle name Of
former President Herbert c.
Hoover?
6. Name the states whose
names begin with the letter A.
7. Name the famous plant
originator who lived in Santa
Rosa. California.
s. The holiday celebrated on
July 4th commentaries the
adoption of the constitution.
true or false
p. Where are the Harz noun
tains7
10. with what sport is
Cookie" Lavagetto chiefly asso-
ciated?
The Tacoma times. [volume] (Tacoma, Wash.) 1903-1949, 1941-10-20
Mr.. FIXIT
He Fixes Things

TO receive attention N this ooi-
umn 'eftfrs must give nanse and
address q Writfr Only Initials
Eill bs published when questsd
Mr.. Fixlt; What IL the eleya-
ton Of Eibe 2 Also Of Morton.
n. n, Eibe.
EIbe IL 81 The f,2il-foot level;
Morton, ass.
Mr.. Fixit: WIN You please set
tie an argument: A claims that
= husband ean borrow money on
the furniture and then. n he
doesn't make the payments. the
loan company can take the furnl-
fure away without the wife's
oonscnt. The wife knew nothing
about the loan. u cialms the
loan company cannot take the
furniture away because II h
community property. Who is
right: n. r.
On the face Of IL. unfortun-
ately. A IA right. The husband
n the legal agent OF the COM
munity and for most purposes
can make a deal without the
vife's consent as long ~ Il re-
lstes to personal property. He
can't cucumber real estate. how
aver.
Mr.. rxit; Can You give me
the address Of the white Rotary
sewing machine rs I have one
that needs new parts and cant
find parts here-
OAkVILLE.
The Tacoma agency Is at
1891 81. Helens ave. The fac
tory Is at Main and Elm SITS,
Cleveland.
Mr.. Fixit: How much Is the
license 10 sell farm products
from house To house:
MRS X. A. ".
There isn't any license fee for
q bona fide I rmer. though he
must get a retail farmers per-
NIT from the city clerk at the
city hall. The permit costs so
cents per year.
The Tacoma times. [volume] (Tacoma, Wash.) 1903-1949, 1941-10-20
HOROSCOPE
SUNDAY. OCTOBER 10

After the morning hours adj
verse planetary aspects are
active. Under this sway there
may be much questioning of re-
ligious tenets, especially regard
ing faith In the victory Of right
In . world gone mad.
Heart and Home: Women are
subject to stimulating and en-
couraging influences which
should enable them to be of
great aid in sustaining the NOR
ale of the family. Churches
should attract young and old.
for the stars presage awakening
of spiritual perception and de-
sire to serve humanity. Girls
should he happy in their love
affairs although they will be
touched by real drama Home
hospitalities are under a benefic
influence. The stars are read AZ
presaging a trend toward prohi-
bition or at least toward less
drinking OF alcoholic beverages.
Business Affairs: Although
trade and commerce will be
widely affected by the war this
month there will be changes IN
the channels of exports and
good luck for many persons.
Manufacturers will gain much In
fame as well as profits.
Persons whose birthdate II is
have the augury of n year Of
happiness and prosperity. Temp
tstion to spend money extrava-
gantly should be overcome.
Children born on this day
probably will be talented In the
arts. generous. kindly and sue
cessful. These Libra folk are
likely to he tall, slender and
vell-formed.