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The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-03-05
Housing Activity

On the basis of reports within the local real estate field it would appear as Ii any acute housing conditions would be relieved by construction of some 700 units within the next few months. Building activities will naturally move towards peak within the next month or so as the good weather arrives and more outdoor work is possible. But the plans to build are on such a big scale that is doesn't seem possible that if they can be carried through Waterbury should complain year from now about lack of adequate rentals, etc.
 This is, of course, the ideal way to ap- proach any local housing situation Re- gardless of what might be said for federal housing projects there is certainly nothing better than an individual unit, properly built and equipped, and appealing to every Americans innate desire to have his own private dwelling. It is to be hoped that all the ideas now being discussed will turn into stone and wood and plaster and metal realities. It's easy enough to talk about big developments, but quite another thing to get the houses up and inhabited.
 City officials, we note, were quick to encourage such a faE-flung program. They should, because the city can only develop and spread out, relieving its con- gestion in various neighborhoods through some such real estate program. PreSum- ably where great many houses are built in an area it is more apt to get such city services as improved and accepted streets, lights, sewers, sidewalks, water, etc., than where lone house invades the wilderness and becomes a new frontier for the township Home building is good for any community and should be partlc- ularly commended at this time
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-03-05
Will They Be Purchased?

Honor the dead might we'll be the reply made to certain remarks delivered before the Young Republican Club of Waterbury Tuesday night by William J. Pape, pub fisher of the Waterbury Republican American. He must have been speaking in jocular fashion when he said (and we quote directly from the Waterbury Republican of Wednesday, March Al Give us the city hall trenches and we could lick them (the Democrats) by 5000 votes. Only few years ago, we cut the Democratic majority for mayor to 55 votes and elected a Republican controller. Since then we have made the Democrats clean up. =.
 AS we recall it when the Republicans reduced the mayoralty majority to 55 votes it was with the aid of the late George T. Culhane and the Independent Democratic vote. But probably that's just political history today and shouldn't be unearthed. At any rate it was noticeable that the two ensuing city elections after the one referred to above demonstrated Democratic vote-getting ability without too much recourse to the "city hall trenches" Apparently these late-day sue ceSSeS would like to be overlooked by local Republicans.
 There were other stand-out remarks made at this COP sesson, such as MT. Pape's reference to unwilling income tax payers and Fred Zellers slightly amusing statement (again we quote) "mismanage- ment by the boys in Hartford" That term, "hcys in Hartford" not only could cover a multitude, of sins, but also multitude of political partisans and they wouldn't all have to be Democrats, either. It's really awfully early to start the Novem- Der campaign and if people get kind of mad about being subjected to black-outs, tire, sugar, and gas rationing, and on top of it Republican propaganda you cer- tainly can't blame them. We could bear with this campaign stuff next August or September, but right now it's just so much glIn-fire making ears ring.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-03-05
Keep Elm Firing

Wars are won with bullets = rifle and machine gun bullets - so it is good news that the Remington arms company will produce in 1942 more small arms ammu- hilton than all U. s. factories turned out in the four years of World War I. What we set out to do, we can do, as Reming- tons performance proves. Nine months after ground was broken, the first plant was in operation. A second cartridge factory was completed in an even shorter period, in addition to expansion of the original plant.
 All this in the face of apparently in surmountable difficulties When tool making bottleneck was encountered, sub- contractors were enlisted, taught to make tools. Tool rooms were established in government ordnance plants. Workers were put in schools to learn new skills, the most apt became teachers to instruct others. The old schoolboy axiom, "Where there's a will, there's way" to- day becomes "The will IS the way - to victory"
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-03-05

Hardship? We'll, that is word we must all learn the meaning of before we win this fight. Some or us have already learned it to the fullest-the gob bombed to bits at Pearl harbor . the marine ground into the sand of Wake Island <. the Filipino machine gunned on the streets of undefended Manila the soldier dying on Bataan that his com rades might fight on .. these and more.
 Others of us have learned it already the mother opening a wire beginning "The Navy Department deeply regrets"
 the Pearl Harbor widow working in Los Angeles warplane factory the families, sweethearts and friends parting . the American war prisoner laboring in Japan the men leaving home for $21 month these and more. Heavy defeat of the attempt in the House to suspend extra overtime payment above 40 hours a week "for the duration" indicates governmental adoption of a clear labor policy may not be an imme- diate prospect. Those 130 million don't like that. =.
 They want this little steeP' dispute settled quickly and clearly. They want definite governmental labor policy that will op-SomehOW-the flow of wasted man-days They want labor to live up to it's pledge: no strikes. They want indus try to honor it's promise: no lockouts. They want employe and employer to realize this is war - for slowly the 13O million are coming to know this them selves.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-03-05

At least twice now residents of com- munities in Connecticut have been warned to expect bombing attacks by enemy flyers within the next few months Corp. Counsel J. Gregory Lynch, local black out chairman, said that Waterbury should expect to see the city bombed before the war is over. Over in New Brit ain, however former State Senator John L. Sullivan said that the Hardware City ought to expect to be bombed by sum- mer That's bringing the much dreaded occurrence right into the lives of every one. For if New Britain is bombed every industrial center in this state will prob ably be bombed at the same time. If enemy airplanes are able to penetrate all of New England's elaborate defenses against an air attack then there won't be any sec ton of it that can be safe. We must all prepare to dig in and hope for the best, either that the bombs are duds or drop some place where they won't do any more harm than blow up holes in an open countryside.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-03-05

The first of the two motor vehicle test periods will open next Monday. We like to talk and write about these periodical tests to which all motor cars are supposed to be subjected They are an interesting study in human psychology. The test period is not a short one by any means. It usually extends for quite a few months and when the deadline is finally reached inevitably there is bound to be period of grace for the delinquents. That's where human nature enters the picture. You'd think everyone would make a serious effort to get the test out of the way as soon as possible. We'll, lot of people do just this, but there are just as many, and probably great many more who put the duty off until the very last minute they can squeeze under the wire. Why? Just because we're made that way
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-03-05
SPANISH ARMY'S REVOLT WAS AINST COMMUNISTIC
 LEANINGS, SAYS WRITER
March 3, 1942.

March 3, 1942. To the Editor Fellow Americans and
 MT. Chase Kimball:
 MT. Kimball implies that my re- cent contribution on Spain, showed ignorance and confusion on the sub ject. Whenever the question of Communism arises, many prominent Christians come to its defense, knowing at the same time that Communism is Christian and anti-all religion and dedicated to the eradication of Christianity.
 I know that MT. Kimball is not a Communist and I have never doubt ed his patriotism, although the man. her in which he shows it is question able. In my mind his theme song should be The longest way round is the sweetest way home. I real ize that the popular idea at present is to give all aid to those who by mere chance happen to be at war with our enemies and to continue that aid until victory is achieved, or until that country changes alliances or makes a separate peace. Such a policy is logical and sensible If the results desired do not go beyond vic- tory and security for us but if our victory puts a greater menace in the saddle, it will be hollow, and security, peace and justice will be cashiered for generations.
 My folks, like yours came from Europe to land of opportunity the only difference is yours may have come sooner. My folks became citi- zens, pledged allegiance to the U. s. A., and renounced allegiance to any foreign government. We love this country, we love its constitution which we believe can protect our God-given rights only so long as men will be vigilant in seeing that its provisions are not misinterpreted or eliminated.
 MT. Kimbal implies that estab- lished government should never be questioned but George Washington dil not think so. I believe that 8 true American patriot can be loyal to his country, loyal to his constitu- tion, loyal to his form of Govern ment and yet be able to disagree with the administration which is only temporary while the others are permanent.
 Now to get back to Spain and the causes of the Civil War.
 For more than century efforts had been made to destroy, the civil
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-03-05

 and Answers

YOUR QUESTIONS ANSWERED
 The Waterbury Democrats Ser
 vice Bureau will answer for you free, any question of fact or in- formation not involving exteE. sive research. Write your ques-
 ton clearly, sign name and ad- dress, enclose a 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.
 @. Did Thomas A. Edison work for the Government during World War I?
 A. When the United States en- tered the war in 1917, Edison placed his entire plant in Menlo Park at the disposal of the Government. He was made president of the Naval Consulting Board, and invented and perfected scores of devices which greatly diminished the effectiveness of enemy submarines, and other wise aided victory. In addition his laboratores turned out many sub stituteS for commodities cut off by the war. A biography of Edison may be obtained on request from The Waterbury Democrat Service Blu reau, 1913 Thirteenth St., Washing ton, D. c. Please enclose stamped, self addressed envelop.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-03-05

six months later. Then a few days afterward, he reduced his estimate once again, telling the House Appropriations Committee he would have 5O0,000 tons of productive capacity" by January l, 1944.
 Productive capacity" is lot different from production" Pro ductive capacity, merely means that the machines are ready to start operating. Thus we face a gap during the year 1943 with ver- tuany no rubber added to the stockpile except what we can get from the wild rubber forests of Brazil. This may be all right for the civilian population which is already forming Jesse Jones Walking Clubs" but for the war machine it is another story. WHAT THE DOCTOR ORDERED
 The other day Harry Hopkins had a visitor in the person of Aubrey Williams, head of the Ma tional Youth Administration, who has been one of his closest friends for many years.
 Harry" said Williams, lock- ing around the room in the Naval hospital, "hOw many bot ties of medicine have you got
 there?"
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-03-05
In Today's Mail

and religious governments of Spain. The sinister agencies behind these efforts had striven tirelessly for 8 hundred years to weaken the gov- ernment by dividing the country and promoting regional nationalist these agencies, in particular was the dominating force in the "Leftists" faction. Almost without exception the leaders of the Madrid Valencia government were avowed. Even lead- ing freemasons. The chief proXimate cause was radical agitation inspired by Russia through Red Socialism and Communism and Redder Syndi- calism and Anarchism. Largo Ca- bellero, former Red leader, long be- fore the civil war, promised Spain a Soviet Republic Just like Russia. {" The agents of the Coinintern were numerous and active in Spain under the dictatorship of Primo de Rivera who granted them liberty of action. Tn April, 1886, 30 Spaniards left Moscow where they had been train ed in revolutionary practice from 6 to 18 months and returned to Spain to prepare and lead the revolution. The date for the revolutionary coup
 had been set, first for May II, then for June 29th, and finally for the end of July. For this purpose the Red Militia was openly training in the suburbs of Madrid and in many other places throughout the .provinc- es. Is it any wonder that the army, supported by public opinion, arose against this threat to life, property and social order
 Another proximate cause was wide
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The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-03-05

It's almost amazing the way the American public in the face of ever-rising living costs, higher taxes, restrictions, etc., can do such thoroughly good job on buying up defense bonds and stamps Old and young have joined hands to help out Uncle Sam. To hear some critics or the government express it this is nation bitterly opposed to what's going on In Washington. You'd never know It alIer plancine at bond sales statistics.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-03-05

About eighteen" replied the lend-leaSe administrator.
 About eighteen toO~many," commented the National Youth Administrator. And how many doctors have you got?"
 Hopkins told him.
 "WelI, Harry, what's the use of your foOling around with all these doctors and all this medi- cine,' said his friend. You know that the more doctors you have the more this whole thing gets on your nerves. Now there's only one doctor w1lO really knew what ailed you, and that's Andy Rivers out at MayO's in ROches- ter. Why don't you have Dr. Rivers come east and get you fixed up?"
 Harry Hopkins acted on his old friends advise, sent for Dr. Rivers, and now is out of the hos pital.
 He says he has forgotten about medicine and doctors, and feels better than he has in months Furthermore, Dr. Rivers has told him that without any question he can recover entirely.
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 Feature Syndicate, IncJ
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-03-05
Selected Poem
A WINTER MAP

Wade Van Dore in the Christian Science
 Monitor) There is an edge of stone-wall lace Around the pastures snowy cloth. Beyond brook a mist of trees Adds softness to the blue-bright north. And silence like needle weaves Through cloth of snow end trees alike, Aware that it's inductive thread Could strike against noise and break. But nothing stirs. No deer or fox Moves quietly above the ground; The scene is like map of sleep Held in a sleeper's heavy hand. Yet wakeful life If here, and soon An eager hoof or furry paw Will come and map new, graceful lines On this geography of snow.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-03-05

1. For daylight saving time, clocks are retarded; true or false2 2. Franklin D. Roosevelt was twice inaugurated on March 4 or January 20?
 3. There are 16, "A, or 32 fluid ounces in one quart?
 4. Monrovia is the capital or which African republic?
 5. Which rulers of England came between Charles and Charles III. 6. The Declaration of Indepen- dence was adopted on -------?
 '. What is the highest type of mammalian animal?
 8. Which mountains are pierced by the Stmplon Tunnel?
 g. How much did the United States pay France for Louisiana?
 10. A "myopic" person is near sighted or far-sighted?
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-03-05

@. To what extent has the num- Der of employees of the War and Navy Departments increased dur ing the last year?
 A. In November, 1940, there were 178,524 employees of the War Depart ment and in November, 1941, there were 431, ,082; in the Navy the total personal in Nov, 194O, was 161 ,097, and in November, 1941 it was 28l,- 773.
 Q. Are any of the synthetic rub bers superior to natural rubber?
 A. Not in all applications but the leading substitutes are definite ly superior for uses in certain fields
 o. Who was St. George, the patron saint of England?
 A. He was a soldier under bio cletian, about 300 A. D., who was be- headed after his conversion to Christianity. He is represented by Raphael, Duerer, and other artists, as staying dragon. In consequence of miraculous aid rendered to Goef- frey of Bullion during the First Cru sade he was made patron saint of England.
 0. If I file a claim for compen- sation or pension as veteran, will I be given a physical examination by the Veterans Administration?
 A. Only if there is sufficient evil dence in the form of official records from the Service Department CAd- iutant Generals Office, or Bureau of Medicine and Surgery or other wise, showing that there is reason able probability of valid claim; that is, disability due to service of at least 10 percent in degree, or a material disability not due to ser vice which may be ratable as perm anent and total.
 e. Are bicarbonate of soda and making soda the same thing?
 A. Yes. When heated or mixed with an acid or an acid salt, sodium bicarbonate (bicarbonate of soda) gives up carbon dioxide. This prop erty early led to its use in cooking, and gave the names cooking soda, baking soda, or simply soda.
 e. How many passengers were carried by domestic American air lines in 194l?
 A. Approximately 4,500,oO0.
 o. Will rifle bullet penetrate a crocodile's skin?
 A. Under ordinary conditions the bullets from comparatively small caliber rifles will penetrate the skin of the largest crocodile or alligator at any point.
 O. How much radium is there in the world?
 A. The amount is believed to be slightly more than one pound.
 EDITORS NOTE: If you are desiriOus of securing this weeks ROSES, CARE AND CULTIVA- TION" address E. M. Kirby, Dept. 8-1O9, Waterbury Democrat Ser vice Bureau, 1913 Thirteenth St..
 Washington, D. C., with 10 cents fn C0ver nnStage.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-03-05

we lose, which IS a possibility.
 Perh a ps this idea h as bee n said better, but it can't be said too often. If it sounds a little bit like a sermon, that must be pardoned for it is also news.
 The underground news of it is that W ar offers Il h. limited opportun- ities for petty and ra Il d crooked Y, acc ca16 cl1,oocc
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-03-05

TODAY'S COMMON ERROR A common misuse of the word both is illustrated by the fol- lowing expression: "They both look alike. Since one of them could not be alike, eliminate both and say, They look alike"
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-03-05
Current Comment

We must return to a belief in the potentialities of man. Mark L. Entorf New York State
 College of Home Economics.
 We can't all be captains or gen. erals, but there is much important work to do in the ranks. Governor Lehman, New York.
 When war broke out, I stood, a puzzled man, in front of a six-ton slab in my studio, and wondered. Jacob Epstein, .lnoderniStic sculp-
 tor.
 Never in history has a country cooperated so openly and so Loyalty with another country as Panama has with the United States. President de La Guardia of Pan-
 anna.
 want you to understand the importance the downright his- torical importance--of tomorrow. w. L. Bait. director, Materials
 Division, WIPE.
 Tn times of peace lawyers are off, cers of the court, but in times of war they become officers of the state. Attorney General Francis Riddle.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-03-05
Washington erry-Go-Round
Will Ask Some Pointed Questions Rubber; Where Stocks and How They Got There
 We'll Be 5oooo0 Tons Short for Military Purposes in o45; Goal for Synthetic Production Is Pushed For Into the Future
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DREW EAR s o N ROBERT S. ALLEN

WASHINGTON March pon ted questions regarding rubber supplies to Committee atL eLonesa nHender his week
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-03-05
. NATIONAL
 SPOTLIGHT
Your Chance Now To Show
 American Decency
By PETER EDISON. Waterbury Democrat Washington Correspondent

Washington, March 5--Inconven- tent as this darn war indubitably is, before it's over it may offer great for the restoration of simple American decency, even if
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-03-05

EDITORS NOTE: If you are desiriOus of securing this week; ROSES, CARE AND CULTIVA- TION' address E. M. Kirby, Dept. 8-1O9, Waterbury Democrat Ser vice Bureau, 1913 Thirteenth St.. Washington, D. C., with 10 cents to cover postage.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-03-05
What s Your I. O.?

Can you answer seven of these test questins? Turn to back page fir the answers.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-03-05

o. How much radium is there in the world?
 A. The amount is believed to be slightly more than one pound.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-03-05

o. Will rifle bullet penetrate a crocodile'S skin?
 A. Under ordinary conditions the bullets from comparatively small caliber rifles will penetrate the skin cf the largest crocodile or alligator at any point.
The Mississippi enterprise. (Jackson, Miss.) 1938-current, 1942-12-05
Book Week Is
Celebrated at AlcOrn

Under the direction of Mrs. M.
J. Lyells, Librarian, Book Week
was celebrated on the campus No
vember 1921. In the library were
exhibits of books, pamphlets and
periodicals which carried out the
idea of the Book Week slogan, For
ward with Books. One section of
the display was captioned What
are we fighting for? The material
for answering the question were
appropriately displayed.
Three assembly programs were
given during the week. Mondays
program was original skit enti-
tied Some Queer People, as seen
by library assistants. In the Skit
the students library assistants por-
trayed library patrons who make
trouble in the library, such as the
student who hates to pay a fine,
the student who asks for the book
he wants by it's color and size,
the student who use the library fol-
making dates, etc. Miss Syria Fra
ncis, Assistant Librarian acted as
Narrator.
At the Assembly on Wednesday
DeForest Jackson, a junior, acted
acted as Professor Quizz and con-
Quoted Quiz program. The pro-