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The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1942-12-18
Rock in a Weary Land
Federal Reserve Building

There is one building in hectic
Washington which stands like rock
in a weary Landau oasis Of calm
and quiet in the desert of tumult
and shouting. It is the Federal Re-
serve building.
called there recently and the
moment / put my hand on the door
knob I felt an atmosphere of sereni-
ty, an almost British solicitude and
decorum, as the uniformed guard
leapt up and opened the door. He
didn't ask for my press pass. He
said: "How can ! help you, Sir?"
The elevator man bowed me into
the car. When l approached the
guard in the anteroom of the offices
Of the board members, he arose and
babe me welcome.
began to feel very small as I
walked along the wide corridor with
high ceilings. Voices were hushed.
entered an Office presided over by
a dignif1ed secretary, noiseless
typewriter and tickless telechron.
Furniture Of mahogany and mellow
leather. Even the file cases sug-
gested period pieces. The walls were
gray with hidden touch of laven-
der. The kind, am informed, which
are used in psychopathic wards to
quiet the nerves. However, there
was no need for such a sedative
there, for the only suggestion of the
vulgar world of finance was the
muted sound of the Dow-Jones
ticker.
AS I sat waiting for my appoint
ment, dropping the ashes Of my
plebian cigar into a beautiful recep-
tacle which doubtless had collected
the residue of many Corona CO.
roma, and gazed at the walls and
ceilings, suddenly felt that ! should
be wearing tails and striped trou-
sers. The delicate hint Of lavender
in the gray panels was like the faint
tint, a soupcon of which brings add
ed charm to the couture of silver
haired matron.
Lost in these thoughts, / heard
my name announced. If the uni
formed Negro sentry (who remind
ed me of a White House footman)
had been saying, "Mr. Morgan" Cor
General Lee"), "the chairman win
be glad to see you, Sir" he couldn't
have done it with greater dignity.
Frankly, ! enjoyed it thoroughly
after fighting my way past sentries,
guards and policemen to get into the
War Production board.
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1942-12-18
B REFS. BY Baukhase

In the High Plains section of the
country-part of what some people
called the ssdust-bowl'' some $1,000
families are not only supporting
themselves on their reclaimed land,
but are growing food and feed crops
that are vital to our fight for victory.
The army and the navy needs al
the ane feathers and down the coun-
try can supply
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1942-12-18
Christmas Dinner
Pineapple Juice with
Raspberry Sherbet
Crackers Olives Celery Curls
"Roast Chicken
'Savory Stuffing Cream Gravy
sSweet Potato Casserole
Screen Beans in Sauce
cinnamon Apples
'Finger Rolls
Plum Pudding
Beverage MINIS
Recipes Given

giblets. Chill overnight or for an
hour to blend seasoning.
There's nothing like an attractive
garnish with sharp flavor to point up
the food values of your dinner. Gin
namon apples do just that for your
Christmas platter of chicken:
"Cinnamon Apples.
Core and pare apples. Make q
syrup out of l cup sugar, III cups
water Cor, Ia cups corn syrup
highland / cup water) and 3 heap
ing tablespoons cinnamon drops.
Place apples in syrup and cook,
covered, slowly, basting frequently
until apples are tender and brightly
tinted.
At poll taken of servicemen's IA
vorite foods, sweet potato casserole
II L..
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1942-12-18

1one of the flower tones. For blan-
kets Y inches wide. two yards Of
l38-inch material will make two
protectors or one, plus trimming
bands for pair of pillow cases and
q sheet. Five yards of bias tape
will be. needed to bind the edges
of each protector. The sketch
shows how material is basted in
place with Substituting through
the bindings. In this way they are
easily removed for washing.
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( NOTE Today's gift suggestion Is from
Mrs. Spears BOOK which also contains
directions for more than 30 other gifts and
things 1s make for the home. Readers
may get q copy Of BOOK by sending
their order to:
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1942-12-18
Army, Navy Ages

A puzzling fact is revealed by a
study of the lives of 281 famous
military and naval leaders who
commanded forces in 638 historic
battles, says Golfers. Including
such immortals as Caesar, Napo-
leon and Admiral Nelson, it shows
that the military men fought the
majority of their battles when they
were between the ages of 40 and A
and that the naval men fought the
majority of theirs between the
ages of SIS and SO.
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1942-12-18

Ducks or Goose? If you're serv-
ing ducks for Christmas, get the
best results by rubbing the out
side Of the bird with onion or
garlic, pepper. salt. paprika and
ginger. Fill with stufing and
roast with onions and celery.
A wild rice and mushroom
stuffing has an affinity for ducks:
Saute " pound of sliced mush-
rooms in 2 tablespoons butter.
then add cup wild rice which
has been boiled, and season to
taste.
With goose. it is slightly diff
ferent story. Rub the goose with
salt, pepper onion. Stuff with
apple or potato stufiing and roast
with few slices Of lemon, whole
apples ppd celery.
l. |7% ~ IN. f||| III
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1942-12-18

lQLANKETS are worth their
~ weight in uniforms, so let's
protect them from unnecessary
wear and from extra cleanings by
towering the upper edges. A strip
lofsSnuSiin would do but why not
Iuse pretty material? They will
cost no more when made of attrac-
tive material, and a set of match
ling pillow cases may be made to
lgo with each blanket protector.
Try to find flower print with
pastel tones and then bind the pro-
hector in bias tape that will repeat
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1942-12-18
Grotesque Goldfish

BY careful selection, goldfish
have been developed in numerous
grotesque forms and striking color
atoms for about 1880 years. Yet
no person has ever yet discovered
how to produce pure black one
without giant telescope" eyes.
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1942-12-18

a try at Christ
mastime. There's
roast chicken or
capon two Of each
will serve a good
sized family gath
ering. Or, roast
goose is tradition
n1l,, 49, - -
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1942-12-18
Yuletide Trimmings

Christmas time has come again
with its warm and CHEEKY spirit OF
giving, Of receiving, and of hoping
for the peace on earth and goodwill
towards men.
It's the time for lovely carols and
their message that never grows old,
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1942-12-18

LOOK q Hli6uty
fine lead. So. il
that boy of yours
is coming home,
and has pinned
his vote on this
sweet potato dish,
here's the way to
put it together:
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1942-12-18

time for the hre
on the hearth and
tn e yule 10 6 s
ablaze and a.
crackle that bring
memories Of the
whole family to-
gether for Christ
mas-in other, in
happier days. It's
a time for lining
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1942-12-18

It takes 1919 pounds Of wool, or
the fieeces from exactly 26 sheep, to
outfit a soldier for the first year.
Fortunately, the United Nations con-
troll over 80 per cent Of the world
supply Of wool.
At Fort Macarthur, Calf. the
camp paper reports they are saying:
Y work END 70 play makes JAP
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1942-12-18

sSweet Potato Casserole.
(Serves 81
8 cups hot, mashed sweet potatoes
tablespoons butter
VI teaspoon salt
" teaspoon grated lemon rind
egg y0lks, beaten
u cup crushed canned pineapple
egg whites
marshmall0ws
Beat potatoes until fluffy. Add sea-
sonings and beaten yolks. Fold in
pineapple. Cool. Then fold in egg
whites. Bake in a buttered dish,
topped with marshmallows in mod
crate oven $3.50 degrees) for Is min
utes.
Screen Beans in Sauce.
(Serves 81
pound fresh green beans
can green beans mo. -
tablespoon chopped onion
2 tablespoons butter
" cup chilli sauce
Cook onion in butter until soft.
Add chill sauce and seasoned green
beans. Cook until thoroughly heated.
Fresh, homemade rolls! All, what
compliments they stir in the heart
of every diner! Here is very sim
pie recipe you'll like:
"Finger Rolls.
" cup sugar
/ tablespoon salt
2 tablespoons lard
/ tablespoon butter
2 cups boiling water
2 yeast cakes
u cup warm water
! teaspoon sugar
2 eggs, beaten light
~ pounds -four
Dissolve the first four ingredients
in boiling water. Let cool. Dissolve
yeast and sugar in lukewarm water.
When first mixture is cool, combine
with yeast and eggs. Add " OF the
flour. Beat thoroughly for 10 min
utes. Add remaining -four and con-
tinue beating until it blisters. Brush
top with melted butter and cover.
Place in refrigerator until it doubles
| in bulk. Shape into rolls. Let rise
for to 8 hours before baking.
Does the sohipped cream get sulky? The
cake fall at the crucial moment? The table
| decorations look flat and pointless? En-
plain your problem to Lynn Chambers
and sheU tell you sUltas to do about Is.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-12-14
'CASLESS' SUNDAY
 BRINGS 4 DEATHS
Many Autos Caught in Storm Despite Ban on
 Pleasure Driving

Boston, Dec. 14-(UP)-Massa- = chusetts' first 'gasless" Sunday brought four-inch blanket of snow and four highway deaths including the seasons first coasting fatality.
 Dozens of rural communities be- came isolated as strorg winds drift ed snow on the highways which became ice-glazed in the steadily dropping temperature.
 Despite the fact that Gov. Lev erett Saltonstall urged voluntary ban on pleasure driving, many auto- mobiles were caught on the high ways by the storm and numerous accidents were reported including that of an Eastern Massachusetts Street Railway bus that s&id6e6 of 8 Milton bridge irto a river and caused injuries to more than 30 per- sons.
 Selma Lipson, g, of Roxbury, be- came the seasons first coatsing vic- tim when she was killed by 8 driv- erless car that rolled down a grade and crushed her against curb.ng.
 Pvt. David SzpotowSki, 24, of New Bedford was killed instantly near his home when a motorcycle he was riding was in collision with an au- tomobile.
 Mrs. John Nash, 69. of Chelsea lied at Q hospital only few min Ites after being struck by Bos on Elevated Railway trolley while ,rossinr a street. Tn Hayerhill. Mrs. Georgia Gendreau, A, of Newbury- port was killed when car in whici, she was riding struck a tree. ~
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-12-14
7-YEAR-OLD BOY
 LOST IN BOSTON

Cambridge, Mass, Dec. 14-(UP) Search continued today for T. year-old Malcolm Harris, Jr.. who disappeared in Boston while going to see Santa Claus, and fears grew that he might have been the victim of murder as was his cousin, Ches- ter Harris, 5.
 The parents of the boy felt sure that he would have asked police man for help if he had become lost They said, however, that he often had made the trip to Boston and knew his way home to Cambridge.
 Malcolm vanished Saturday on Boston Common" Waldron said.
 The boys cousin, Chester, was murdered five years ago and h body vas found buried behind billboard in Brighton several months after he disappeared. Joseph Pimental, 3l, of Roxbury, is serving a life sentence for the crime.
 Malcolm, a third grade pupil. was wearing a gray topcoat, gray knick- CTS and a red and blue plaid cap when he disappeared. He was de- scribed as being 3 1-2 feet tall and weighing 50 pounds.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-12-14
SETTLEMENTS MADE IN TWO LAWSUITS
City Involved in $7,5OO Action for Accident at
 Local SlaughterhOuse

Withdrawal papers were filed in superior court today in the $7,5o0 damage suit brought by Samuel Ros- enthal of Waterbury against the City of Waterbury as the result of injuries sustained Nov. 24, 1941 when he fell at the slaughter house near Eagle street.
 The plaintiff claimed he fell on an allegedly worn and slippery plat form at the slaughterhouse while there on business. Injuries to the head, shoulders, and back were list ed in the complaint. Terms of Set- clement were not disclosed.
 Also withdrawn today was the $2,00O civil action instituted in com mon pleas court by Gloria Torres of Naugatuck against Francisco Torres, also of Naugatuck. The suit was based on a 5000 loan made Sept. l.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-12-14
NELSON FAVORS
 FULL HOLIDAY
War Production Chairman FOresees Nation Facing
 Big Job in l043

Hartford, Dec. IA - Donald M Nelson, chairman of the War Pro. duction Board, has asked war plants to grant full holiday Christmas Day, except for maintenance ane standby operations. but is urging that no break in the steady flow of production be caused by New Year s Day, according to the Connecticut News Bureau, Off1ce of War In- formation.
 During this year of war there have been no full holidays in war production" MT. Nelson said, in part. With patriotic zeal manage ment and workers have made even such traditional holidays as Inde- pendence Day and Labor Day days of unbroken production. Now we come to the Christmas holiday. be- lieve that this day should be the ex- ception to the rule which has been observed so far.
 More than ever before in our lives, I suppose we need this year to pause from our laborS on Christ mas Day and think deeply and humbly about the faith by which we live, in order that from the pro- found promise of this day we may draw hope and the vision which we must have. -....s..
 After the holiday, we must drive ahead with renewed energy for the increased production job of 194S, a bigger job than we have ever faced before. .-.
 The New Years Day should mol cause break in the steady flow ol production. We can best start tht new year by staying on the job anc getting out regular work-days production of war goods.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-12-14

to use. men on part-time basis using four teams as an experimental group. Two other companies are planning to use men and women in this manner but the complete de- tails have not been worked out to date.
 Local companies are willing to use women and continue to hire large number of handicapped per- sons. Ten per cent of the total placements in November were per- sons having physical handicaps.
 Bristol
 The most important development during the past month was layoff of 250 people at one local factory. This was due to curtailment of or- ders for war materials. Those who were laid off are being rapidly ab- sorbed in other local plants. Another large factory is still hiring at a steady rate with special emphasis on women. Among the smaller firms several have reached the peak of employment, with aggregate needs of the others amounting to about 600 or 700 additional workers.
 The housing situation is improved, especially with respect to furnished rooms, which are more plentiful. Federal Housing projects completed and under construction are over- subscribed, but 300 to 400 homes are being built in a private project
 Torrington
 The factories in this area indi- cate very little need for new work CTS for plant expansion. The de- mand is for replacement workers to fill openings created by men leaving to work in nearby cities and those leaving for the armed forces. In Mo- vember women again represented more than half the total placements. AS the local labor market became depleted, employers turned to the hiring of part-time workers and Victory Corps' high school stu- dents. Thus far great deal of sat- isfaction has been expressed by en- ployers for the manner in which these part-time workers are fulfilling their obligations to the war effort.
 There is still a demand for dairy workers from farmers in the area. However, War Manpower CommiS- sion regulations affecting the induc- ton into the armed services of farm labor, and the provision forbidding their employment by contractors en- gagged in war production.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-12-14
TRADE ASSOCIATIONS
 PLAN JAN. FARLEY

Washington, Dec. 14.-(UP)-The Senate small business committee has invited representatives of 50 trade associations to a conference here Jan. 19, 20 and 21 to help formulate legislative program for aiding small business.
 Chairman James E. Murray, D., Mont, in announcing the confer ence, said:
 To-day an ill-planned war pro- ram is not only cutting of the fat, put is also, in some sectors, cutting into the very bone of our civilian economy. It is against this back ground that practical policies must be developed on price control, ra- tioning, inventory control, simplifi- cation and use of manpower."
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-12-14
COSTS REMITTED
 IN BOYS CASES

Four youths who were placed on
 probation for two years when ar- raigned at recent sessions of super
 for criminal court have been freed of court costs, according to an order issued by Judge Kenneth J. Wynne, The action resulted upon a motion from States Attorney William B. Fitzgerald who stated all of the youths are now serving in the armed forces and paying of the balance ot 1 the costs may constitute hardship.
 The youths. and the costs can ceiled are: Raymond Garbatino, lS
 Ss5.SA; William Crane, l8, $24.0S; AL fred J. ,Raiino, 22. $52.8a; and Henry Aiamson, 10, $955.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-12-14
High School Victory Corps Meeting Labor Problem Here
Contingent, Of Local
 Youths Join CoIors
Navy, Marine Corps Complete Induction of Applicants
 Eligible Before Presidents New Order

Thirteen local and twelve from surrounding towns applied for enlistment in the U S. Navy at the local crting station enlisted last week at the New Haven
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-12-14

The Waterbury men are: Joffre R. Hentzi, g, of l65 Westwood ave- nue who received a second class petty officer rating as an aviation machinist's mate; Joseph J. Ouwe- lant, 20, of Clough road, Rc ert H, Knapp, IT. of 1914 South Main street, Walter G. Thomas, IT, of IT Cherry street, Stanley J. Hopkins, l9, of 77 Ives street, Joseph A. Mcn- dillo, 19, of Irion street, Perry Dssi- derio, 20, of 119 Clover street, Jo- seph J. Genarelli of 96 Charles street. Thomas Garofalo of 180 Eas- Fon avenue, Rudolph V. Marano, 20, of IT Newell street, George S. Gyuricsko of 396 Mill street, Robert w. Keyser, 20, of l33 Locust street, and Robert J. Meo, 19, of Noble avenue.
 Others who enlisted are: Richard A. Manning, 18, Paul V. Kriksciun, 19, and Edward J. Varley, 18, of Washington: Arnold E. Nori, 19, and Burton Camp, IT, of Nauga- tuck; Robert J. Josephson, l9, of Oakville; Reinhardt o. Krampitz, 19, Robert I. Nelson, 19, and Nor man w. Heresko, 18, of Terryville; Daniel w. Savage, 19, of Woodhury; William H. Pet, IS, of Wolcott, and Edmund Kovaleski, 20, of Thomas ton.
 The latest applicant at the local Navy station is Joseph L. O. Pin cite, IT, of Bristol. After today en- listments will be made only of IT, year-olds and men who have passed 3s.
 Six men who applied for enlist ment at the local Marine recruiting station left today for Springfield, where they will take the Leather neck' oath. Today is the last day for enlistment of men between the ages of IT and 38. All had taken their physical examina ions previ ous to the Cac. deadline. They are:
 Kenneth M. Carter, national ad- vertising manager of the Republi- American; Marcel A. Melancon, 20, and Walter c. Wheeler, 26, of Bristol; Michael J. Bavone, q, of Oakville; Ernest Lee Morris, g, of Meriden; and William G. Leucrars, 18, of Naugatuck.
 Private Donald L. Short, son of MT. and Mrs. Lester Short of Bris-
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-12-14

 cos Children under l5 of not eligible to the coffee coupon. heating period which scheduled end Dec 6
  value set at 10 gallons continues 
 oil dealers. The oPA
 
 oil unless the serial All neets should be signed by the holder
  Coupon three gallons gasoline Holders of "A miles month apply for supplementary allowances gasoline allowances to the oDT additional Truckers have until certificates necessity They must display gasoline sckers result suspension of ratons local ration officials state) conducting educational Share Neat
 
   ratonng Is expected to take effect oot~.4ing
   aaoidonal commodities will
  returning to civilian life a1ter serving Coupon is valid pounds. Coupon 10 will take effect Wednesday, Dec. 16. period passenger IS commercial vehicles. sauuay of purchase
  Mno the ordered to surrender their gasoline ratons. The West Main street. Hours to 430 daily m. Saturdays. Telephone 3-5164.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-12-14
@,s>4H H%7ynvvT eSTABl isklEp teSS
esrAsLis isHED ssSs

You'll Be As Comfortable As Can Be Shopping For Thot Christmos Gift This Greet Christmos Store. It's comfortable store 10 begin with-pIenty of elbow room wide, spacious oisIes-hish, wide end handsome stocks to stimu- Iote your interest in the better sort of gifts for men.
 He'll sing Home Sweet Home in a louder key # you let him relax sroeiously in q house coat ot $15 -or comfortable lounge robe that dropes gracefully his monly figure at $l0 to $25.
 of eourse-you cont moke mis- take on choice neekweor-o tie with our label is Q prize gift to any man. $l.00 to $500.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-12-14

Rev. George Reilly of the Im- maculate Conception church will speak on the "Share- Your Christ mas' project conducted in Water bury over station VERY tomor- row at 1:15. He will be interviewed by Fay Clark, director of the Con- sumers' Pantry Shelf' program.
 The guest speaker on the pro- gram Thursday will be Mrs. Hugo Wiberg who will discuss the Christi mas aid and other undertakings of the local Salvation Army Corps.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-12-14
Current Rationing Regulations
COFFEE

 Coupon valid purchase of under 15 not eligible the coffee
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-12-14

tol, is spen6sag seven-day fur tough at his home. He enlisted July 15 through the local recruiting station and received basic training at Paris Island, s. c. At the pres- ent time he is stationed at the Ma- rine base at New River, N. c.
Detroit evening times. (Detroit, Mich) 1921-1958, 1942-12-18
Henderson Angry
Tells Reporters After Dinner, I'm Private Citizen
Now, Don't Have TO Be Nice

BALTIMORE, Dec. IS tUP).-
Leon Henderson is. not pleased
about the way his designation as
price administrator came about.
lie made that plain here last
night when he sang his swan
song at a mcatlesS. coffeelcSs
sugarlcsS and butterlesS meal
with Rauoning Board 234. To
that board he proclaimed himself
IA private citizen who doesn't
have 10 be nice to people any
more
The first step in the usually
genial Henderson's isolation cam
paign came when reporters were
barred from the dinner after first
being invited That action. appar-
emily was taken BY the rauohing
board. which gave the "smilaage
Detroit evening times. (Detroit, Mich) 1921-1958, 1942-12-18
The War Fronts

NORTH AFRICA Rommels
shattered rear guard continues
10 retreat. with the Eighth
Army in hot pursuit; fighting
fares southwest Of Noflia. 90
miles west of FL Agheila;
Allies rule the Air over Lydia
and maintain round-the-
clock aerial onslaught in
TuniSia. Page 81
RUSSIA - Red army within IS
miles Of Smolenska German
anchor point o fprime impOr-
lance in the supply Of Nazi
troops on the central front.
Page L.
GERMANY~~RAF bombers at
tack northwestern Germany.
Is planes lost. Page H.
NEW GUINEA - Allies using
new parachute augmentation
bomb; our activity near Salamua
indicates now drive is in the
Rffing. tPage p
SOLOMON ISLANDS Douglas
dive bomberS Shatter n Japa-
neSe warShip; II Zero fighters
attack group Of Flying For
treSSeS and all II are h n Z
down with loss of but one
Fortress. Page p
Detroit evening times. (Detroit, Mich) 1921-1958, 1942-12-18
BIoCk-Busters
Hit Reich Again

LONDON. Dec. Is GNS) "A
strong force Of British bombers
conducted second successive
raid against the Reich during the
night, heavily bombing war pro-
duction centers in Northwest Ger
many 1t was officially announced
today.
Eighteen British bombers were
lost.
The exact locality Of the assault
was not revealed Immediately.
High explosives. probably In
Guiding two-ton block-huSterS and
four-ton devastation bombs. apd
incendiaricS were Showcred down
upon the detectives.