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The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-10-27
STATE

Performances tonight at Warmers State theater conclude the engage ment of Wake Island" with Brian Donlevy, Robert Preston, MacDon- aid Carey, Albert Dakker, Walter Abel. Barbara Britton and William Bendix, also "Priorities on Parade" starring Ann Miller. Jerry Colonna, Vera Vague and score of other favorites. If you haven't seen this show to date plan to do so today you're sure to enjoy from start to finish.
 Tomorrow the State ushers in an- other outstanding show of the sea- son with the presentation of Gen. tleman Jim" Warner Brothers pie turization of the amazing life of James J. Corbett, starring Errol Flynn with gorgeous Alexis Smith, Alan Hale and Jack Carson.
 In addition to the above mention ed stars the film boasts big sur- rounding cast of other favorite play CTS. Flynn, of course, adds new lau- rels to his fame and Is said to turn in the best performance of his career while Alexis Smith in the leading feminine romantic lead does 8 splendid acting job. Alan Hale portrays his usual rough and ready characterization bringing many laughs to the film while Jack Car son vies with Flynn for the beauti- full Alexis.
 All in all Gentleman Jim" is one film you can't miss seeing put it right at the top of your must list and be sure to attend the open ing performances at the State start ing tomorrow.
 Chills and chuckles will predomin- mate during the screening of the second big hit "A Night In New Or leans" featuring Preston Foster Patricia Morrison, Albert Dekker Charles Putterworth and Cecil Kellaway.
 Reports have it that "A Night IT New Orleans" is not the kind oi mystery that takes itself seriously On the contrary, mirth keeps pace with murder at such rate of speed that the picture is said to be 6 merry-go-round of laughter and ex' citement.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-10-27
S25,OOO SUIT
 SETTLED TODAY
Terms Given Jacquelyn Tufts Not Revealed in
 Superior Court

Jacuuelyn Tufts of Waterbury has reached a settlement out of court in the $25,000 damage suit brought against Richard Jenkins of Airing ton, Mass, and Donald Locke ot Medford, Mass, it was reported at the office of the superior court clerk this morning. The case which was based on injuries sustained in car collision February q had been scheduled for a hearing before Su- perior Court Judge John Rufus Booth today. The terms of settle ment were not disclosed.
 The plaintiff clamimed in her complaint that her face was per manently scared and her legs and left hand were severely injured as a result of the accident. Richard Jenkins was operator of the car owned by the other defendant which was involved in headlong col lision with the plaintiffs car in Union, Conn. The driver was charged with negligence for speed ing and failing to grantt he plain tiff half of the travelled highway.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-10-27

personal expenses and if he writes any articles, the proceeds will go to some war relief activity.
 Willkie expressed disappointment at the failure to get more of our men and war weapons where they were needed. He said we were not doing a good job in many respects: He denounced stupid, arbitary and ,Indemocratic censorship" He step ped up to the microphone with a bold defense of civilian criticism o1 the war effort and reminded ms listeners that there once was d French war minister named Maginot who would not listen to outSloe counsel nor to criticism.
 Willkie dramatized the small now of munitions to our Allies by com naring an important warehouse TOT American supplies to his own lO. room home in Nashville ma, ana ana reporting that they were about tne same size, and that the warehouse was far from full, although It was supposed ot be a major center TOT distribution of our aid.
 .T followed some of those streams (of supplies) and other streams to their destinations" Willkie said, "and I stopped talking about Amer, ican production. If I were to tell vou how few bombers China has received from us you simply would not believe me. If were to tell VOL how far Russia feels we are from fulfilling our commitments YOU would agree with me that we nave little reason to boast about our performance. .,...
 There were, of course, exceptions and Willkie reported that he had
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-10-27
Don't Be Quitter Soldier Fathers Last
 Words to Son.

Cambridge, Mass, Oct. 27 - (U. P) - Five-year- old Jackie Shea today treasured what may have been the last letter written by his father Commander John J. Shea of North Cambridge, flight officer reported missing after the Air. craft Carrier Wasp was sunk.
 Dated June 29, the letter read:
 Dear Jackie:
 'This is the first letter have ever written to my little son and I am thrilled to know he can read 1t all by himself. If you miss some of the words, I'm sure 1t will be only because I do not write plain ly. Mother will help you, in case anything is not clear
 Tt is too bad this war could not have been delayed few more years SO I could have grown up again with you and done all the things I planned to do when you were old enough to go to school.
 q thought how nice it would be for me to come home early in the afternoon and play ball with you and go mountain climbing with you and see the trees and brooks and learn all about woodcraft. hunting, fishing, swimming and other things we've talked about. l suppose we must be brave and put these things of now for a little while.
 "When you are little bigger you will know why your daddy is not home so much any more. You know, we have big country and we have ideals as to how people should live unfortunately, some of the countries in the world don't have these ideals and where a boy cannot grow up to be what ever he wants to be with no limit on opportunity
 Because there are people and countries who want to change our nation, its ideals, forms of govern ment and way of life, we must leave our homes and families to fight. Fighting for the defense of our country, its ideals and homes, is an honor and 8 duty which your daddy has to do before he can come home to settle down with you and mother ..
 Tn the meantime take good care of mother. Be a good boy and grow up to be good young man. Study hard be leader in everything that is good in life.
 "Play fair always. Strive to win, but If you must lose, lose like a gentleman and good sportsman. Don't ever be quitter
 "Get all the education you can, Stay close to mother and follow her advice always. Obey her in everything no matter how many times you disagree. She knows what is best and will never le; you down or lead you away from the right and honorable things oi life.
 If don't get back you will have to be mothers protector be- cause you are the only one she has. You must grow up to take my place as well as your own, in hel life and heart
 Last of all, don't ever forget your daddy. Pray for him to come back. And if it is Gods will that he doesn't-be the kind of . boy you know your daddy wants yot to be.
 Kiss mother for me every night. Good-by for now"
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-10-27
NOTWITHSTANDING PARTY TOMORROW
Halloween Social to FOl= low Episcopal Church
 Business Meeting
WATERVILLE Correspondent: Mvs. William E. Rooney, 19O Dwight Se.
 Telephone 3-847S

Waterville, Oct. 27.-A meeting of "The Weavers" of St. Paul's Episcopal church will be held to- morrow evening at the church. Richard Senior, president, presided. A Halloween party will follow the meeting.
 Sale Thursday
 A card party and fancy goods sale by the Altar Guild of St. Paul's Church will be held Thursday eve ming at 7:30 o'clock at the parish house. Mrs. Percy MacMullen will be chairman. Tickets may be had from Mrs. Clifford Clark of Patter- son Court.
 Senior Girl Scout Troop No 16 met last evening at the home of Ruth Batchelder with Mrs. Sidney Henchel, leader, in charge. Nancy Lou Totten was appointed assistant leader. Paper bags for hospitals were made. Present were: Betsy Ann Grain, Nancy Lou Totten, Shir- ley Leisering, Ethel Miriciglia, Alice MacMullen, Ruth Batchelder, Pris- cilla Henchel and Mrs. Sidney Hen- chel.
 Farley Tonight
 Casper Davis Post. No. 136 will meet this evening at Fraternity hall.
 Miss Vera Whelan who has beer a patient at St. Mary's hospital ha! returned home.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-10-27
MARY PRICIONERIO
 SUES FOR $2,5OO

Injuries sustained in an alleged assault by Felice Forino of Water bury on June 2, 1941 are the basis of $2,5OO damage action brought by Mary Prigionerio, also of this city, which opened in common pleas court before Judge John T. Dwyer this morning. The hearing was ad- journed shortly before noon and an additional witness will be summoned tomorrow morning.
 The plaintiff claims she sustained injuries to her head and body and suffered from nervous shock when the defendant allegedly entered her home and beat her with q club and his fists.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-10-27
DRASTIC CHANGE
 IN WEATHER FELT

Waterburians became increasing ly apprehensive over the fuel short age last night and today as the mercury did nosediye. Those hardy souls who believed that In- dian summer would last till Thanks giving received 8 rude awakening.
 The office of Plumbing Inspector James Walker, which keeps city temperature figures, announced c low last night of 37 degrees.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-10-27

EoIomons:
 On land-ArHny and Marine corps troops held their positions against fhe eighth land assault within six days. The latest, on Sunday, was against the Americans south flank which stretches along the jungle west of Tenaru river. The other at- tacks were on the west flank which runs from the wooded mountains to the beach on the north coats ot the island.
 Furious Engagements
 At sea-A series of furious en- zagements were fought between
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-10-27
POLI'S

Tonight Walt Disney's outstand- ing full-length feature, "Bambi, :" goes into its final showings at the popular Loew Poli theater, together with another smash hit, Youth on Parade" If you haven't already seen this splendid double smash hit show, do so before the concluding per- formances tonight.
 Coming direct to the Loew-Pon
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-10-27

 duly nominated candidates of the said Socialist party, similarly situ- ated, on the ballots"
 Arthur B. Weiss, Bridgeport At torney, will appear for the Secretary of State at the hearing.
 Oddly, the hearing comes before Judge O'Sullivan who in 1889 ruled that Party candidates for any office could appear on the ballot if that party polled more than one-half of one per cent of the total vote in any state election. The req sons of the secretary in rejecting the candidates. took an opposite viewpoint. The Attorney General, in recent ruling, also followed the contention of Judge O'Sullivan.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-10-27

Cigarettes are being sold in Ger man-occupied Netherlands for ap- proximately 65 cents per package ot 20, the Department of Commerce EepoEt8.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-10-27

waste accumulated for centuries around the slate quarries of Corn- wall and Wales, United Kingdom, is being utilized to manufacture camoufiage paint, the Department .ak neaamsmaaaA anAAaka
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-10-27

"Retama," q fibre grown along the Mediterranean shores of France and Spain, is now being woven into textiles in France.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-10-27

Insects never grow after reaching AesH ~4aAait staGa.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-10-27

Removal of the scrap metal from the official depot at the Commer- cial Iron & Metal Go. will be slow at present because the great mass of metal makes it very difficult to handle quickly, Max Zusman, CO., operator of the company reported today. He added that the metal will be moved out of the depot faster in winter because very little addi- tional scrap comes in due to the poor weather conditions.
 The scrap will be shipped to the mills as quickly as possible, Zusman said. If 1t is needed any faster, the scrap authorities must establish a new plan for its removal. The greatest problem to be met in re- moving the metal from the depot and shipping it to the mills Is the sorting. Since people in this city turned in everything from metal ash trays to boilers. this task has become enormous. Zusman promis- ed that his concern would work as rapidly as it's manpower and ma clinery made 1t possible to turn the metal over to the war effort.
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SOCIALISTS TO
 FIGHT FOR PLACE

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BRITISH BITE
 INTO GERMANS

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REDS KILL 1000
 NAzE, RUMANIAH

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 winter supply problem that I am asking you to give what effort you feel is appropriate towards its col lection along the lines outlined re- gently to your national committee.
 DONALD M. NELSON, Chairman War Production Board.
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INDUSTRIAL SCRAP
 DRIVE IS DOOMED

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The Daily Alaska empire., 1942-08-29
Wasted Sympathy?
Petersburg Press)

Petersburg Press)
 We have occasionally read copies of letters sent by Japanese interned in at Puyalup and other places in the States They speak of their home sickness for their residence and of their bore dom from lack of useful work. We read of families separated obliged to give up temporarily their homes of many years. We are told rather ruefully by some that the wages they to be paid are not $21 to SEQ but from $8 to S16 monthly for services about the camp We read of their pride in programs in "athet- ics education, recreation and religion with no financial help from the government"
 Sometimes when hear these things we are tempted to criticize our government as being too harsh on innocent persons. There are undoubtedly many persons in Japanese camps who are more loyal Americans than some who have the freedom to go where they will throughout country. But we have to win, and for the good of the many the freedom of the few must be temporarily sacri- ficed.
 But every Japanese, whatever camp he is in is treated with fairness, and with humanity. They get enough to eat; they have an adequate shelter; they not subject to the whms of abusive guards nor to planned tortures by police.
 Different indeed is the story told by evacuees from Japan who reached freedom the Gripsholm re- gently. Robert Belaire, the young chief of the United Press in Tokyo told of being choked until he signed confession" of espionage. Then he was taken to concentration camp where food was in adequate and many stayed in bed all the time to 
 York Times was forced to squat, heels against hips until opened on his legs. Presbyterian mis- sionary given the water cure' with water forced into him until he lost consciousness Another editor kept cold, hungry and in solitary confinement till the one 16O- pound weighs 75 pounds.
 Some British did not fare so well as the Ameri- cans and twelve committed suicide after their tor tures After the raid Tokyo says Bellaire, the Americans were told that if Tokyo bombed again the Japs would supply more food to pris- oners within the embassy. M ,. M Next time one is attempted to feel that we are too harsh the Japanese interned for the duration, it will be well to ponder on these true experiences of persons whose official standing entitled them to consderate treatment. It might be well, too, to think how hard indeed must be the fate of any Americans now subject to the "minstrations" of . Japanese concentration camp If we do that we will realize that internees, whether Japanese German in country have mighty little for com plaint.
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partment brass-hats apparently side with Col. Boyd. For Congressman Dow Harter of Akron, Ohio, has introduced a bill, inspired either by the brass-hats or Ohio indus trialists, barring the OPA from jurisdiction over military supplies.
 However, OPA experts point out that on cost-plus contracts, tank manufacturers have no incentive to keep down labor, materials, etc. They merely draw up a cost sheet, add $5,000 profit for each tank, and the government pays the bill
 Note: OPA Boss Leon Henderson has been lethargic about moving on the army, but his associates are not Liveliest of the latter IS Jonathan Bingham, son of ex-Sen- ator Hiram Bingham of Connecti- cut. Scholarly Senator Bingham, once governor of Connecticut, was arch-Republican, conservative, but Jonathan, youngest of seven sons. is archly accused of being an arch-New Dealer.
The Daily Alaska empire., 1942-08-29
20 YEARS AGO Fir FfTn EMPIRE
AUGUST 29, 1922


 TO spend vicinity codova and Katala Assistant pose his trip project of the Forest Service Cordova by residents of Prince William Sound Mile 39 the Copper Katalla Miss Juneau Schools the previous year was Louise She was Ito attend Ketchkan di- Fairbanks where she was to teach ou ling the coming term
 Mrs Ray Day left Alice the States expecting Ito about month She was to VSt "ih u' III Seattle and Portland.
 Mrs R. the proprietor of the Gasneau Hotel was leave Seattle week She had spend the last several visiting in Minneapolis
 prospecting partner o Alex Heoerso WHO en missing for nearly Idaho Inlet to parties except led by Depv U Marshal covering district not yet had Details of tn disappearance search parties expected to be told by McCloskey
 Glen Bartlett former manager Gasmeau Hotel taking Bush Hotel according Posntelgencer He had taken an active part Barnum and Bailey and Rpnp Brothers combined Chden Ohoped Hos arranged for the important matter Iof neanuts popcorn and the youngsters
 Everett Novel; during the at the Alaska Dano Mine and to leave Seattle where he to continue his cho wo
 Weather was rainy temperature of 5s and a of 54 degrees
The Daily Alaska empire., 1942-08-29
POST EXCHANGE WASTE

War Producton Board was amazed when it received request from the Army for 6,000,000 cig- arettes in flat fifties'-meaning flat tin boxes of fifty each.
 The WIPE asked the Quarter master Corps what they meant by demanding strategic materials ttin) in such quantities. The answer was-Don't point your finger at us; we didn't do it; it was the Post Exchange.
 Since then, another odd request has come up from Post Exchange They wanted to supply soldiers overseas with a certain soft drink in bottles, thus wasting ship ping space with what is mostly water. The alternative is to ship the extract and make the drink on the other side, which will be done
The Daily Alaska empire., 1942-08-29
LAPS AND ALASKA

There has been criticism aplenty of late concerning the Jap occupations in Alaska and out of this has arisen the erroneous impression that the members of the American forces in the North Pacific war zone have been criticized. On the contrary, we be- leve that most persons, congressman and newspaper editors are quick to realize the fact that the mem bers of our Army and Navy in the Aeutians are by means jogging it.
 But there are indications that unless more men and armaments are allotted Alaska, the Japs will remain on their new possessions for some time.
 The Japs heading in our direction in these occupations And even if they were heading towards Siberia it should be duty to get rid of them as a United Nations obligation
 Department tell of the bravery of the who fly the old PBYs out over Kska where they are liable and often do meet up with superior Jap aircraft The dispatches tell also of using the cumbersome flying collins" as dive bombers. e
 One of the We lost the Philippines, were driven out of Bataan, because forces were so ill-equipped that they almost helpless We didn't lose the Philippines because officers were poor strategists because lacked courage
 Senator Mon C. Wagren of Washington, who vs- tied the officers in charge of Alaskan defenses re- hand is of the opinion that any attempt at a large by Alaskan forces He could be wrong But that is his opinion
 Speaking of this situation in the House, Rep. John M Coffee of Washington says:
 T do not wish my remarks to be construed as be-
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'MERRY-GO-ROUND

Senator Walsh of Massachusetts is now taking rhumba lessons When Harvey Firestone gave a pigmy rhino from his Liberian rub Der plantation to Ringing Bro- thers circus, John Ringing North named it Betty" in honor of Mrs.
 Nelson Rockefeller planned to celebrate the second birthday of his office as Latin American Co., ordinator by going down the river with his staff on a picnic. But the Potomac River Line refused to carry the 26 Negro members of Rockefeller's staff of 500. He can celled the trip Rockefeller has discarded his custom built limou- sine and chauffeur for the dura- tion. He drives to work in a mid get Crosley, with package com partment in the rear.
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laboring the courageous men of the Army and Navy who are performing such heroic work in attacking the Japanese in the Aleutians and attempting to expel them, but no results can be obtained without adequate numbers of men and equipment.
 I am serving spokesman for the people of the Pacific Coast areas, who are gravely appre- hensve that the high military naval and air auth orites who control the assignment of men, ships, planes. and military equipment continue to suffer from propensity for understanding the Japanese
 " remember that Dutch Harbor at the eastern end of the Aleutians is but 30 miles from Unimak Pass which is the main passageway from the Pacific into the Bering Sea, connectng southwest Alaska with Nome and that whole segment of Alaska north of Bristol Bay"
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MONDAY, AUGUST sl

This is not an important day in planetary direction but there are benefic aspects that promise much to merchants and to contractors.
 HEART AND HOME: Evening may bring anxiety after busy day, if the configuration is wisely read. Women should work tire- lessly at this time for war needs and the, national welfare. On this date they should be cautious in avoiding accidents of many sorts. Falls may be numerous among housekeepers. There is a good sign for cooking and for the prepara- ton of food that must be pre- served for later needs. The eve ming may be disappointing to girls who are engaged. N sa <,
 BUSINESS AFFAIRS: Imitation becomes a shape of: fear as the autumn war expenditures are con- templated. Despite the urge to- ward bond buying there may be need of even greater taxation than has been decreed by Congress
 Economists warn that election must not influence Government policies lest. serious results are invited Members of Congress who are cam didates must, make decisions that involve possible loss in votes, as- trologers declare, t 7
 NATIONAL ISSUES: Emphasis upon the fact that, so far, the nations participation in the Sec ond World War is not fully appre- ciated by many inhabitants of the United States must be daily set forth in press and over the radio
 Real sacrifices must be made now The time has passed when war work and bond buying were mere social activities, the seers declare
The Daily Alaska empire., 1942-08-29
QUEEN WILHELMINA

After her recent visit to the United States, Queen Wilhelmina of the Netherlands went to Can ada for an official reception before returning to her temporary home in Lee, Mass.
 In crossing the border from Can- ada to the United States, the Queen was nearly subjected to search. Her private car was hitched to a train crowded with delegates to a brew CTS convention, and as the train crossed the border, en route from Montreal to Albany, the brewers were thoroughly searched.
 Then the customs and immigra- tion inspectors were about to enter