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The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-07-09
McNutt and the Negroes

We do not feel that Paul McNutt did any good for himself, the Negroes or the war effort when he persisted in address ing New York Negro mass meeting which was denounced by reputable liar lem spokesmen as an unrepresentative Communist-d dominated affair. The Social Security director was the feature, of course The Communist Partys official Daily Worker gloated over his coopera- ton.
 On the platform with him was Con- gressman Vito Marcantonio, who opposed our fight against the axis - until Hitler attacked Russia -so bitterly that he was the only member of the House to vote against the first defense bill, and then became an equally violent anti Hitlerite. We can give all-out military help to Russia without assisting the Communist Party in it's subversive policy of wooing Negro sympathy as step toward provoking future racial dis turbances.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-07-09

The request of the Waterbury Garden Club that the city replace several dog wood trees cut down during street inn provements on Bunker Hill is not an un- usual one. As matter of fact it should be more or less obligatory on the part of a municipality that so far as possible trees be replaced whenever it becomes necessary to remove any for purposes of facility or by reason of dangerous condi- tion of the tree itself, A great many years ago The Democrat advocated a program of replacing every tree lost throughout the city by two more. It may not seem worth while to replace trees that are cut. down in extending our street system, but there's nothing that enhances property valuation or makes it more attractive than foliage. Property owners do all they can for this, but the city should do even more. A tree-plant- ing program, not just for parks or other public areas, should be high on the list of "musts"
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-07-09

Coney Island doesn't yet know if it'll have the greatest show curtain ever manufactured Plans right now contem- plate construction of a dimout curtain, IS feet high and IA blocks long. Its purpose would be to prevent the lights of Coney Island being observed by ships at sea- As formal city approval is necessary for such an idea, it isn't by any means def mite as yet. And without being too scep- tical we don't know how practical such a huge "drop" would be. Of course the re- sort doesn't want to close up, but figures it will if it's lights are dimmed any more. The war, Coney should remember, is an exacting mistress.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-07-09
Nordic Winner

Hearty congratulations to Erwin Mack rodt, the bus conductor who won recent Keep Smiling courtesy contest in Berlin, Germany Mackrodt hardy man is he, to find anything to smile about in Hitler land A veritable male Pollyanna, for sooth, and, we'll wager, pure Nordic
 We hope that the radio he won is not of the short wave variety If it is, and he should tune in on international wave lengths, we doubt that even the thousand marks (paper?) and the 20 theater tickets he received will be enough to keep smiles on his Aryan face.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-07-09


 They know that the man who gets this key post may be the next president of the United States, and in any event will control New York's big block of votes at the national conTention.
 For instance, Herbert Hoover was dining with friend in New York the other night and was asked what he was doing in the East.
 The ex-President replied that he was working for the nomina- tion and election of Tom Dewey as governor of New York.
 'I thought I heard you say 8 couple of years ago that in no event should Tom Dewey Oc- cupy public office," remarked the friend.
 Hoover replied: 'Yes, but if Tom Dewey should be elected, can through him dominate the Republican organization and the presidential nOminat ton in 1944. On the other hand if Wendell Willkie prevents his nomination, or if he is nominated and not elected, then Wendell Willkie would dominate the situation. And I am out to do everything I can to prevent that"
 NOTE = Realizing the crucial political question to be decided in New York, Roosevelt has giv- en the private nod to Senator Jim Mead, who, although previ- ouSly not anxious to run, will do so, with the Presidents full back ing. With this backing, and Will kie's tacit support in the back ground, White House advisers be- lieve Mead can beat Dewey though the race should be ex- tremely close. JAP WEAKNESS
 Since his return from active duty with the Pacific fleet, young Rep. Warren Magnuson of Wash ington has been asked many times, "What is your impression of the Japanese?" Here's his reply:
 "I have lived among the Japs on the Pacific coast and I have seen them in battle. They are pretty tough. One thing to re- member is that they have been preparing for this war 20 years. That's apparent in their battle maneuvers.
 "They lay out a plan. It is usually a good one, and they will go to their deaths to carry it out. But here is what is gO- ing to whip them. If something goes wrong along the way, if something unexpected occurs, or if something happens that is not in the book, they don't know what to do.
 "They require another huddle before they can go ahead with another plan. Coral Sea and Midway demonstrated that. What is going to whip the Japs in the long run is good old fashioned Yankee ingenuity" DRAFT TEST
 Congress recently amended the draft law, laying down clear-cut principles regarding the preW- ously confused question of depen- dency. The express purpose of the revised law is to delay the drafting. of married men and men
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-07-09

nor get out of once we are in them This does not mean that we are aI- ways rendered incapable of escape Sometimes our conscience will not allow us to do anything but see the matter through. But regardless of how we are held, we are held; and therefore we have to find something that will make the bearing of our burden tolerable.
 Gods way is sometimes to open the door of escape. More often than not, however, He tries to strengthen the shoulder so that the bearing Of any burden will be possible.
 We should not clamor for the open door: rather we should pray for the strong shoulder, the brave heart, the hopeful spirit.
 All Rights Reserved Babson News
 paper Syndicate.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-07-09
Views Of The Press

, and New Haven dentist has been in the service since late last month. In the absence of any specific rule or precedent, his name has been carried on the pay roll as usual.
 Before leaving for the service, Dr. Anastasio was described as saying that he intended to carry on the principal duties of the office requir- ing his attention on frequent week. end furloughs which he expected to take from camp. Thus he expected to continue as treasurer and, 1t was intimated, run for reelection next fall.
 The legal technicalities of the case require the attorney generals opin- ion. At the practical angle, how ever, the average layman may feel entitled to his own opinion. The
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-07-09
TRYING FOR GOVERNOR
(Meriden Journal)


 Connecticut voters have weightier affairs on their minds just now than the election of governor this fall, but they do look ahead to a lively bout between Governor Raymond E. Baldwin. To politically minded persons. they are logical choices" because the governor seem ingly has not lost in voting strength and the former executive is about the strongest vote-getter the Re- publicans could produce, it is be- lieved.
 MT. Hurley was heavily favored by the Roosevelt prestige and if that still prevails when voting time rolls around, he will be very for midable candidate. Knowing the ropes. MT. Baldwin will have plenty to talk about in the state issues and will not have to pull his punches on international policies. He has been right up with Willkie as an interventionist, which does not leave anything for FDRs party to shoot at in that direction.
 It would be an even more inter- esting election if Mayor Jasper Mc- Levy were to run again. He was a candidate for mayor 20 times be- fore he finally landed.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-07-09

The mystery of why Congress was gen. erous to the IVA while clamping down on the generally-approved CCC deepens as one reads the Congressional Record. "The boys get $18,810,00O and the super visory folks and expenses get $3O, ,919,- COOP" asked Senator McKellar. "That is correct" agreed Aubrey Williams, IVA head. That is the stoutest overhead l have ever read" commented the senator, with restraint.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-07-09

to continue is contributing his or her efforts to the war You may not be making bullets or parts of armament or tools with which to make war imple- ments, but you're keeping the country on an even keel. It takes lot of work to make this great country function in the manner in which it must to main tain the United Nations morale and war-front All Americans, vital trades men or not, are vital to this complete effort.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-07-09

with dependents until all other categories have been exhausted.
 Yet today many local draft boards continue to order married men and men with dependents to report for induction.
 This is not entirely the fault of these boards. They are giv- en monthly quotas to fill and are pressured to fill them promptly. The fault is with the Selective Service administration in Wash ington, which has not yet talk en measures to ensure uniform ap- plication of the draft law through out the country.
 This failure of Selective Ser vice is due primarily to one key deficiency-the fact that al- though the draft law has been in operation nearly two years, Selective Service still does not have dependable statistical data on the nations military man. power. Selective Service is still issuing blanket quota orders without detailed information on the manpower available in the local draft districts.
 That is why some draft boards are compelled to call up married men and men with dependents, while in other sections tlnecum- bered draft-age eligibles are still awaiting induction.
 Comprehensive statistical data would avoid such inequalities and make possible a uniform in- duotion system. That was the purpose of the amendments passed by Congress. But it won't be accomplished until Selective Service bestirs itself and se- cures statistical information
 With a few minor exceptions, the local draft boards are made up of patriotic and conscientious men who work long hours without compensation. Each month they are confronted with a quota, set by Selective Service, which they must fill in order to provide the army with the men it urgently needs.
 The draft boards labor earnest ly to be fair in deciding whc should be inducted. It is not
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-07-09

o. How do you account for rains of worms, fish, frogs and tadpoles?
 A. This phenomenon is caused by the fact that during a storm these acquatic creatures sometimes are caught up from shallow water by eddieS of air, and carried a dis tance of several miles before they fall.
 @. Does the New York Stock Ex- change close on all holidays?
 A. It is closed. on all legal hol- idays in the State of New York, which are: New Years Day; Feb. 12, Lincoln's Birthday; Feb. 22, Wash ington's Birthday; May 30, Decora- tion Day; July 4, Independence Day; first Monday in September, Labor Day; October 12, Columbus Day; first. Tuesday after the first Monday in November, Election Day; November II, Armistice Day; last Thursday in November, Thanksgiv- ing Day; Christmas Day. Also the Exchange has been closed on every Good Friday since 1900 except in 1906 and 1907.
 o. For whom was the month of July named?
 A. July, originally the fifth month of the Roman year, was known as Quintilis, but when the calendar was changed 1t became the seventh month and was named for Julius Caesar.
 @. What are the titles of the pi- ano selections played by the Marx Brothers in "The Big Store?
 A. Mama Yo Quiero" and "Ja- raba Tapatio."
 @. What does the surname Cad- walader mean?
 A. It is of Welsh origin, and means battle leader"
 @. What Is the highest temper ature recorded in the United States?
 A. A record of 134 degrees F. at Greenland Ranch, Death Valley Calf, on July 10, 1913. EDITORS NOTE-If you are
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The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-07-09

path, they spend precious HUE time trying to analyze the situatoin from cause to effect. Instead. they start to seek way of escape.
 There are many things from which we can escape, many situations which God never intends that we eil- dure if we can avoid them or ex- tricate ourselves from them. But there are other situations which, do what we will, we can neither avoid
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-07-09

job pays $6,OoO per year. If the du- ties of this office are such that they can be acceptably handled on occa- sional week-ends, action would pro- perly be started in appropriate state quarters to adjust the salary of that post to level more nearly consist, ent with the duties. The average citizen expects his public servants adequately to be remunerated, but in the main he has to put in too much time himself to earn $6,000 t0 appreciate a situation like this.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-07-09
Whats Your I.Q.?
Can you answer seven of these test questions? Turn to back page for the answers.

l. The Navy "E" awards are given only to workers and companies wnd excel in the production of war ma terial; true or false?
 2. Of which college in the UniteL States is Madame Chiang Kai-shek graduate?
 3. Diego Suarez is a seaport oS which island?
 4. The Duke of Windsor has been married three, five or seven yearsi
 5. Is there religious denomina- ton called the Russian Baptist Church?
 6. What book follows Jeremiah iY the English Bible?
 '. Was the author, Zane Grey male or female?
 g. Which states are named after presidents of the United States?
 g. Queen Victoria was the first British ruler to be proclaimed head of India; true or false?
 10. Who is president of the CIO Congress of Industrial Organiza- tiOnS)?
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-07-09
Questions
 and Answers
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YOUR QUESTIONS ANSWERED
 The Waterbury DsnaOcrst's Ser. vice Bureau win answer for yOu free, any question Of fact or ln- formation, not involving exten- sive research. Write your Ques- tSon clearly siSn name and a0- dress, enclose . three cent postage stamp. Medical or legal advice cannot be given. Address Water bury Democrats Washington Ser vice Bureau 1913 Thirteenth Street, Washington, D. c.
 o. What is the name of tho newspaper published for the Amer" ican forces in Iceland?
 A. "The White Falcon"
 e. Are all ships constructed in the United States christened before launching, and is the ceremony cost ly?
 A. Formerly 1t was customary tc have elaborate ceremonies at the launching of U. s. naval ships, and to present an expensive gift to the sponsor, but these formalities have been considerably curtailed since the war. Substitutes for champagne. such as an inexpensive wine or even sea water, are understood to have been used on occasions. Merchant ships, as well as those of the Navy, are christened before launching.
 o. How much does it cost to feed a U. S. soldier per year?
 A. $l75.20.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-07-09
Selected Poem
FISHING WITH HIS SON

FISHING WITH HIS SUN
 (By Louise Darcy in the Boston Post The years go by and childhood days are done. One day man goes fishing with his son; They dig the worms together, talk of flies; The boy puts manhood on and seems so wise. Across the meadow to the pasture brook Small man and big, each with his line and hook, They walk together silent as can be, Yet each enjoys the others company. Beyond clump of pines murmuring Tells where the purling brook is wandering. The boy starts running eager to commence, slipping beneath sagging wire fence; The father follows down damp pasture trail, Vewing this friendship started shall not fail.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-07-09
. NATIONAL
 SPOTLIGHT
Black Days Loom Ahead For Little Fellow
BY PETER EDISON Waterbury Democrat Washington
 Correspondent

The fact is gradually being driven home that this war production busi- ness, big and hurry-up as it is. still will not be able to utilize the pro- ductive capacity of every manufac- turing plant in the country. There are not enough materials and there is not enough skilled labor to use every plant on war production and nothing but the most essential civil ian goods production.
 As a result, you are apt to hear much rowling as thousands and tens of thousands of these small manu-
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-07-09

facLurl1& urms realize they Ire not going to get any war orders. Many of these firms have been shut down by WIPE limitation orders, cutting of the manu- facture of civil ian goods. But those cut-oh or- derS were to save materials and it does not follow that everyone of
 these shutdown
 firms eventually
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-07-09

LOO nara, tiiey
 either se elk to have their daily stint made less or they look for an- other job. If they can't get along with their mate, they rush to the divorce court. If misfor tune of
 any kind comes athWart { h c i I
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-07-09
STRENGTH FOR THE DAY
By EARL L. DOUGLASS D. D.
THE STRONG SHOULDER

THE STRONG SHOULDER
 There are two ways to tighten a burden. One is by diminishing it's actual weight; the other is by strengthening the shoulder which bears it.
 Multitudes of people always seek the first remedy when they find themselves oppressed. If work gets
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-07-09

TODAY's COMMON ERROR The verb affect means to in. fIuence; effect means to bring to pass. ''War affects trade" ''He effected . recon ciliatiOn."
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-07-09
THURSDAY, JULY g, 1942
A Thought for Today

In the house of the righteous is much treas ure: but in the revenues of the wicked is trouble Proverbs 1856.
 Eyes to the Blind" Thou art, o God! Earth no longer see, yet trustfully my spirit looks to Thee.-Alice Bradley Neal
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-07-09
A WEEK-EN oFFIcEq
(New Haven Register)

State Attorney General Pallotti Is to issue a ruling on whether Treas urer Anastasio is to continue to draw his full salary from the state while serving as lieutenant in the Army Medical Corps. The state officer
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-07-09
Washington Merry-G Go-Round
Hoover Supports Dewey Hoping Win Domination of Party; ExPresident Is Eager Squeeze Wike Out of Control; seectve Service CLIO Blamed for InequtobIe Induetons;
DREW PEAR s o N ROBERT s. ALLEN

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The Detroit tribune. (Detroit, Mich.) 1935-1966, 1942-07-11
SCHEDULES
CHURCHES
CHRISTIAN SCIENCE

Sacrament" will be the subject
OF the lesson-sermon in all Chris
tian Science churches throughout
the world on Sunday. July IL.
The golden text q Cor. 1929 Is:
Let man examine himself, and
so let him eat Of that bread, and
drink OF that cup
Among the Bible citations " this
passage Matt. 1924. 25): Then
said Jesus unto his disciples, II
any man will come after me. let
him deny himself, and take up his
cross and follow me. For whose
ever will save his life shall lose
it.; and whatsoever will lose his life
for my sake shall find it."
Correlative passages 10 be read
from the Christian Science text
book, Science and Health with
Key to the Scriptures by Mary
Baker Eddy. include the following
(p. 80: Martyrs are the human
links which connect one state with
another in the history OF religion.
They are earth's luminarles. which
serve to cleanse and rarely the al
mosphere OF material sense and 10
permeate humanity with purer
ideals"
The Detroit tribune. (Detroit, Mich.) 1935-1966, 1942-07-11
ROMULUS NEWS
by MRS. NJ. MALONE
Jolly Seamsfress Club

She jolly Seamstress club held
It's weekly meeting at the home OF
Mrs. Agatha Bell. on Grant road.
An inspiring program was render
ed consisting Of reading by Mrs.
Campbell: some household hints,
Mrs. King, and helpful talk, Mrs.
Matthews. The sewing instructor
Mrs. Carson. gave some helpful re-
marks. A splendid display OF sew
ing and needlewofk was on exhibit.
A lovely birthday gift was present.
ed TO Mrs. Matthews. The hostess
served delicious luncheon In pic
mic style, which all present enjoy
ed. The guests included Mrs. Jones,
Mrs. James Frazier, Mrs. Samuel
Hood and Mrs. warren Malone, a
former member. The next meeting
will be held with the president,
Mrs. Martin. Miss Martin Is Sec
rotary OF the club.
Mrs. Geraldine Fowler and Mrs.
Marion Whitaker, postal employees
OF Detroit, were guests OF Mrs.
Hood, on whitehorne road. recent
ly.
Mrs. Sadie Waters and Mrs. Al
ma Frazier attended the recent
AME Missionary convention In
Ypsilanti, Mich. Mrs. waters was
a delegate.
Miss Marcie Tabor, Delta Sigma
Theta scholarship winner, was a
recent guest OF Miss Harriet Jane
Hood. OF whitehorn road.
The Detroit tribune. (Detroit, Mich.) 1935-1966, 1942-07-11
flint news
BY FLORA TALBERT

The Rev. w. A. CrIder preached
Sunday morning from There Was
silence in Heaven for the Space OF
Hall Hour"
The Usherette board met Tues
gay, July Z at the home OF Mrs.
" Turner.
The Lucrette Arts club met with
MRS. +. Horcums Tuesday, July z.
The last quarterly meeting will
De held July IL. The pastor and
cnicers are urging all members TO
respond in order TO make this a
Olg DAY spiritually and financially.
Inc Rev. and Mre. Crider and
MRS. Rebecca Toles returned TO
flint Friday evening from YpsI-
amt where they attended the an
hual Missionary convention.
The pastor and wife left last
Wednesday for Chicago 10 attend
me ANlE district convocation. 9th
ers attending are Miss Peggy Har-
us Mrs. Lillian Lynch and Mrs.
Ennce.
Miss Alice Lamont and Harriet
cooper are spending two weeks in
Deuoi' and Ecorse. They are the
niece niece and granddaughter OF the
nev' and Mrs. w. A Order.
The Detroit tribune. (Detroit, Mich.) 1935-1966, 1942-07-11
Tie Hamtramek Housing Commission
Spubs Strong Letter From Socialists

has been trouble II has been stir
red up by few preiudiced people.
American democracy is on trial
right now. All over the world peo-
pie are watching US and wondering
whether we really mean Il when
We say that we are fighting for
democracy. Events within our own
riders give much OF the answer.
II the overwhelming majority OF the
people OF the world. who are color
ed. and who include many OF our
Allies. come 10 believe that Amer
lea does not practice democracy
toward colored people. then we
have been dealt a defeat as vital
as though We had lost fleet or a
base.
For that reason we urge you 10
take the steps necessary to insure
bi-racial occupancy OF the Col Ham,
tramck homes"