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The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-06-22
ORCHIDS TO "A SAP HURT LANDLORD WRITES NO. 3
 OF SPECIES

Waterbury, Conn.
 June 19, 1922. Editor, Waterbury Democrat:
 Remember Pearl Harbor," "Re- member Bataan2" Remember Cor rigedor." By all means let us not forget these events. Let us all get in the push to avenge these trage- dies. Let us all be Patriotic. Let us all do what we can to help win the war.
 But let us also Remember the Constitution" and the Oath of Allegiance to the Flag. If recall correctly, somewhere in these his- tory making documents there ap- pears the phrase With Justice to All" How about having some of 1t?
 Without any argument whatso- ever, we do need Rent Control. Some Landlords have raised their rents exorbitantly high. All us Landlords "Ain't Got No Wings" But the vast majority of them have, and today they find themselves in the same predicament as myself. "A Sap Hurt Landlord" say, You are not alone" Tn fact I have occasion to know that there are hundreds in the same category. To these huIi- dreds I say "Let your voices De heard" Tn Union There Is Strength. Sounds like another familiar phrase We may be able to get 8 more equitable form of Rent Control, based on income and outgc, which will be more justified. At least II will gvie us an even break.
 Now for the facts. Today I ind myself in a position where the ifl- come from the property is not suf- flcient to cover the carrying charg- es. (Tenats probably won't under stand that pnrase). This state oI affairs has existed since the start of the depression and has continued right up to date. According to lat- est reports find myself compelled to spend money that haven't goi and see no means of getting. Shades Of Thurston.~ x wish ! were . magician.
 During tho depressiplls kLndT
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-06-22

Considerable comment has been heard throughout the state of recent days about the methods of appointments to the sev- eral rent control offices recently estab- lished by oPA in Connecticut. Accord ing to the generalissimo of OPA, Leon Henderson, the same democratic meth cd" of appointment will be continued. MT. Henderson declares that he and his chief aides are in the main following the recommendations of local Defense Coun- cils in staffing offices. Further state di- rectors have been told to seek "falr- minded citizens of known integrity. And in their choice of appointees dis elimination against political attlllatlon, sex, religious faith or racial habits is not to be countenanced. MT. Henderson de- clares that all rationing boards hold an important public trust.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-06-22

For the second time in it's long ex- istence the Danbury Fair Corp. is con- sidering abandoning the event this year. In 1918 on account of the last World War there was no fair, but that's the only time since it was instituted back in 1878 that it was missed If the war lasts an- other year the fair will probably not be held in 194S either, as present indica- tions are that it will be suspended for the duration, whatever that may be. Ii the Danbury Fair bows to the inevitable and admits that conditions are such to warrant it's 1922 cancellation there's no doubt other attractions of this nature will follow suit.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-06-22

Every war has it's quota of "talr' stories, but they claim this is a true happening at Fort Devens. For some minor infraction private was ordered to start digging hole by his superior officer He started and would be stlil digging if somebody hadn't interveneo; It seems the officer was transferred ana forgot to give the order to have the prl- vate stop digging, When finally lnter, rupted he was down Is feet ana nao struck water. At least that's what they tell at DevenS.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-06-22

A. He was recently appointed de. putty director. He is on leave of ab-, sence from the executive editorship of the scripps- Howard newspapers and assists the director, Byron Price, in directing the voluntary censorship of the domestic press and radio and the border censorship of malls, ca- blegrams, parcel post, and other ma terial entering or leaving the U. s.
 o. Does Sweden have an aircraft industry?
 A. The Swedish aircraft industry has about HOO employees and ofl- cials. Both airpaanes and motors are produced.
 o. Can an ordinary watch be used as 8 compass?
 A. In the latitude of the United States a watch Is a poor substitute for the magnetic compass. But ir high northern attitudes, a watch may well be used whenever the sun is visible, especially if the watch is set to local apparent time. At cer- tain times of the day, if the watcb is held in a horizontal position ana turned so as to make the hour hand point in the direction of the sun, then the minute hand will point in the direction of the true north, or nearly 50. Following are the times of day that this will work, and they are determined by the fact that in the forenoon the minute hand must be halfway between the llumeral 12 and the hour hand: while after noon the minute hand must be halfway between the hour hand and the number 12: A. M-4:10; 5:l3; 6:l6; 7:1S; S:21; 9:23; 10:26; ll:29; and F. M. = 12:3l; 1884; ,2:37; 3:S9; 4:43; 5:44; 6:47; 7:50.
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The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-06-22
Selected Poem

THE FLAG (Joseph K. Colton in the New Haven
 Journal -CourierO It's the sun of California,
 It's the rugged coast Of Malne' It's the pines of Carolina,
 It's the covered wagon train, ~ It's a bugle call at Yorktown, % It's clipper in the bay, It's a rustic bridge at Concord,
 It's soldier lad away, It's a country's shining glory,
 It's a red, white and heavens blue' It's an emblem and beacon,
 It's the banner of the true. It's the prairie and the forest,
 It's the hunters lonely camp, It's a homestead on hilltop,
 It's housewifes evening lamp, It's the joy of good companions, It's a pleasant evenings end, It's the happiness of children.
 It's the handclasp of a friend, It's the magic of the mountains,
 It's the rivers and the sea, It's tolerance and courage,
 It's a people brave and free. It's the kindly deeds or nelgnDoISI It's forgetting race and creed, It's the good works done together, It's a hand for one in need, It's a lookout's lonely vigil,
 It's a worker at his trade, It's a haven for the outcast,
 It's a stout heart undismayed, It's the sunlight and the starlight, It's the rainbow in the skies, It's humanity triumphant,
 It's the grandest lag that flies.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-06-22

.Frenchmen say, now will not be turned over to Hitler - not be- cause of food shipments, but be- cause the French sailors won't permit 1t; and the Nazis haven't got the 35,00O naval personnel available to man them.
 CAPITAL CHAFF
 Donald Nelson has spent some time in Senator Truman'S office recently trying to dissuade him from issuing the Senate report critical of dollar.a-year men. i. |. Congressman Clyde Ellis of Ar- kansas is financing his campaign for the Senate in 8 unique man. 1ler. Long an enemy of the power trust, he is getting contributions from farmers and small electricity users who suffer from high local rates. After more than a year, Congress finally has vindicated David Lasser, one time head of the Workers Alliance. Although & militant foe of Communism, Lasser was barred from govern inent employment by a cabal of anti-labor congressman who wrote provisions in the 1941 WPA budget. This unfair ban has been eliminated in the 1942 budget. :. First to give to the Navy Relief Fund was Walter Winchell, who : forked over 5000 bucks. . Friends of Juan Trippe, czar of Pan American Airways, have been sending out feelers about having him made assistant secretary of the Navy. No great enthusiasm so far.
 (Copyright, 1942. by United Fea-
 kA
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-06-22

section of the city. This can't be the Justice that I was educated to believe in. don't seek any great profit from the property. In fact, I'll settle for. expenses. If this law is designed to have the majority of all property revert to the banks which hold the first mortgages, l certainly can't think of a better way to do 1t. Shall we Landlords with wings take this sitting down? Let's shout and makes ourselves heard. Let Mir. Henderson and the OPA find better way to control rents. By all means let's win thN war but let's have justice.
 "A SAP HURT LANDLORD NO. 2
 Washington, D. Q. papers please copy.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-06-22

WIGkl1n @ IS& sonable C 1 s . tance of any A r m y, Navy, Marine or air base, have had to revise tiler strategy and the likelihood that thing will be done about this bill for some months ierather remote.
 The stage had been all set for a public hearing in the caucus
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-06-22

tain offices to which they were elected despite their inability to serve. But the fact remains theren be others to com plain that their private status in indus try, business or the professions wasn't retained for them when they made the same sacrifices to go with the armed forces.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-06-22

i. What other federal office does Archibald MacLeisfl hold besides director of the office of facts and figures?
 2. Mozambique is in Portuguese East Africa, Morocco or Turkey?
 8. Can fruits be canned without sugar?
 {. Who founded the Standard oil company?
 5. Tn which state is Kalamazoo? 6. Are soft-shelled crabs a sep- arate species2 -~
 2. Boulder Dam was completed in 1880, 1885 or 1940?
 8. With which president of the United States in Carnation Day associated?
 9. On which sea is the city of Danzig?
 10. Florida formerly belonged to France of Spain?
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-06-22
TODAY'S COMMON ERROR

The usage by a few educated persons of certain expressions does not constitute those ex- pressions as good English. Some welI- educated persons say 'he don't" and proven" but those expressions are bad English and are rejected by majority of well-edudcated persons.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-06-22
Daily Almanac

Moon sets 1:14 a. m. (war tine). Sun rises $40 Q. In.; sets SET p. m. (war time).
 sun rises 5:2O .. m.; sets s:27 p. m. Cwar time).
 All vehicles must be lighted thirty minutes after sunset
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-06-22
Questions
 and Answers
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 The VgassEbmy Demoorst's DeR- vice Bureau win answer for yOu free. any question of fact OR tn- formation, not involving oxten- sive research. Write your queg- ton clearly, Hign name and aA- dress, enclose Q three cent postage stamp. Medical or legal advice cannot be given. Address Water. bury DemOcratSs Washington Ser. vice Bureau, 1013 Thirteenth Street, Washington D. C.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-06-22
Washington Merry-G Go-Round
Doris Duke Dekers Price Of Yacht Requsoned by N0vy; Conveys Russia Are Tempered by Record eePok Squeeze
 Fusves Say United Nations Influence Is Rising in France; They See Hitler Stymed in Efforts Get the Trench Fleet
WASHINGTON, June 1:

WASHINGTON June help patrol Hawaiian waters the Navy eE Hawaii
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-06-22
Whats Your !. O.?

Can you answer seven of these test questions? Turn to back page for the answers.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-06-22

e. How much gasoline does mechanized division of the Q. 6. Army consume in Q day in action?
 A. A light tank burns as much as a gallon of gasoline mile, and the tanks of a mechanical division burn from 10 to IS thousand gallons in Q days march of little more than 100 miles.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-06-22
Current Comment

Price control is a war measure, and such sacrifices as 1t requires of retailers must be taken in the light of sacrifices for the country's well fare. A
 Price Administrator Leon Hen-
 derSoii.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-06-22
. NATIONAL
 SPOTLIGHT
Little Known
 Hero Pushes z Dry Movement
BY PETER EDISON CWaterbury Democrat Washington
 COrrewpOndent

Forces trying to shove through Congress the so-called Sheppard bill, which would prohibit all kinds of beer, wine, liquor and vice at or
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-06-22

The shcrt-haul rider is going to become a walker and the man who wishes he had will power enough to get up early in tho morning and take a brisk walk ig going to have his wish fulf Pxice Adminigtratog Mendeys~--s
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-06-22

e. Have the islands of Japan ever been invaded by Q foreign foe?
 A. The Japanese themselves were invaders from the continent of Asia, driving the aborigine Ainus to the north of Nippon. Tn 1281 the Mon- golS made an attempt to invade Jap- an, but their armada was destroyed by a typhoon. The survivors were massacred on the island of Taku. The country has not been invaded since.
 e. What position does John Fl. Sorrells hold in the Office of Gen. sorship?
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-06-22

If there are to be sacrifices, we federal officials must be on the bandwagon and not on the side- walk watching the bandwagon 90 by.'
 -UndersAcretaTy of Interior John
 J. Dempsey, giving up his official car for the duration.
 It would be 6 shame if we won the war against the Japs and lost 1t to the Japanese beetles. Senator Harold Burton of Ohio,
 arguing for . beetle control ap-
 propriation.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-06-22

Copyright, 1942. by United Fea-
 ture Syndicate, Incl
Greenbelt cooperator., 1942-07-03
July IA Meeting Compulsory
For CiuiZian Defense Workers

ara presented the corps with a
civilian defense flag.
Mrs. Virginia Harris reports
that all hopes of getting the Blood
Bank Caravan to Greenbelt have
been abandoned due to technical
difficulties involved. However, six
women donated their blood at the
bank in Washington last Thurs
day, June 25, and two women were
left out of the trip because of i'll
sufficient transportation. The Hy
attsville Motor Corps has been
providing the women of Greenbelt
with the opportunity to serve
their country by contributing to
the blood bank.
For those who may be interested
in going to Washington to donate
to the blood bank here is some m
formation:
A donor must be between the
ages of q and SO. Married wom-
Ell Under q may contribute; SIN
gle women under q must have the
written consent of their parent or
guardian; donors over go years of
age must present a medical officer
or physicians OK. Eight weeks
must elapse before a donor can
donate blood again to the bank.
Certificates or pins are usually
given to donors. If available d
bronze pin is given for one or
two donations and silver pin for
three or more donations.
For six hours prior to donation
I. dcnor may have for food only
fruits, fruit or vegetable juices,
dry toast or crackers, black coffee,
black tea or clear soft drinks. This
food regulation is necessary IN
order to give the recipient the de-
sired protect against possible reac-
tions from plasma prepared from
fatty blood. For further informa-
ton and for dates for future trips
call Mrs. Virginia Harris, tsp
Ridge Road, OF phone 5211. Mrs.
S. H. Downs says that the Girl
Scouts have volunteered to stay
home with children of mothers
who would care to contribute to
the blood bank.
Greenbelt cooperator., 1942-07-03
Community Church

"a Sign and a Symbol will oe
the subject of the sermon to be
preached by the Rev: Wilmer
Pierce Johnston at the Community
Church next Sunday morning at
II o'clock.
At the close of the sermon the
Sacrament of the Lords Supper
will be celebrated:
This will also be the occasion
for the reception OF new members.
The finance committee Will meet
Sunday evening at the chufch
office. 8-B Parkway.
The old-fashioned prayer meet
ing, led by a layman, Will De
Wednesday evening at O'CLOCK
in the music room.
Last weeks founders day ser 91
mon brought out an 1 unGsualy is1iitay 5
large attendance. Special lnVlta1
tions had been sent out to the ~
families who are charter members
of the church.
Greenbelt cooperator., 1942-07-03
It's Time To Get Started

For the last three Greenbe has had town fair in
munlty Wallace Mabee chairman for the first two and
Harry Rhodes took charge of the 1941 fair September
1912 eight weeks off and plans have been announced
so far for this years fair
Our town fairs have been marked by a novel freedom
from commercialism Exhibits have been given over to
town activities the work of the many clubs and organiza
uons here garden and craft displays, and elaborate
program of entertainment The three-day shows have
brought great throngs of visitors from of as well
as the attendance of all Greenbelters Compliments have
been profuse
Naturally the town fair requires tremendous expen-
dIture of time and effort by few Individuals although the
money cost usually low In past years the summer months
have been pointed towards the September display for
Greenbes gardeners, fruit and vegetable Gamers and
all interested in handcraft
Rather than discourage a town fair the war should
stimulate big demonstration of home talent This
need Our fair is picture of democratic community at
work.
We are late starting this year. Usually work on the
faIr begins in May There still eight weeks left for
preparations and do the job in that time if
the fair badly enough. The Town Council is expected to
meet July l3 and will consider fair plans that time we
informed. you the fair this year bring your
ideas to this meeting.
The town fair is must on Greenbelts 1912 calendar
Greenbelt cooperator., 1942-07-03
One Year Ago
(From the Cooperator OF
july 4, 1941.)

Refugee children arrived July l
Celebrities attend 4th events
Town fair plans formulated
Mayor issues proclamation for the
cause of democracy-19 groups
participate in Independence l'a-
festival-Parents board of band
prepares menu for celebration at
Lake-Picnic area at Lake gets
drinking water-Two Hyattsvllle
boys injured in local auto crash
92 prizes for novelty and athletic
contests-15 floats in July 4th pa
e-Fishing season opened July
Feeder band to be organized :
Mrs. Ella G. Roller, chairman of
the education committee of Green
belt Consumer Services, attends
meeting of the American Associa-
ton of Scientific Workers and
Consumers Union-Nursery school
plans for fall term-New shelves
improve food service-New Wash
ington road under way-B B Gun
Club selects range site-Greenbelt
Hospital overcrowded.
Greenbelt cooperator., 1942-07-03
Victory for the Weeds

Now our gardens have reached the dividend stage
and bee carrots and beans rewarding and
toll of last month. quick tour reveals that this years
gardens the best in Greenbe High prices
and the effort have been sufficient stimulus in
to keep the gardeners work against the
weeds and the insects. By this time the newcomers the
toll of the soil know that the secret of the green thumb
is hard work
very few gardens have that deserted look that comes
when the flee before the invaders Perhaps the dis
couragd could be induced to return to the
their labors and spend evening recaiming their
victory gardens in time for vegetables Or it to be
victory for the weeds?
Greenbelt cooperator., 1942-07-03
Siren Test Saturday
Causes Confusion

In explaining the mix-up last
Saturday about the blowing OF the
AFRAID sirens, George Panagoulis,
chief AFRAID warden, said Mon,
dav that an order had been issued
asking that all Maryland sirens be
tested each Saturday at II a. m.
last week, however, after the
"Cooperator" went to press, the
order was received that Green
belt along with the rest OF the
Washington area, would also have
a regular AFRAID test, ia the 1,|s,
dents may be guided by the news. :.
papers and radio, as Green9els Re 10 81,
participates in all Washington
area blackouts and AFRAID tests.
Greenbelt cooperator., 1942-07-03
Racketers in High Gear

The recreation tennis league mas
been thriving for nearly TWO
weeks. Interest is high and the
competition keen. Results SHOWN
below will have the winner naiheo
first:
Mrs. Sheretz-Mrs. Bowman
6-2, 6-3.
Fogarty-Armstrong 60, 81; :
MRS. Moore Mrs. Wurl 6-3, 1-5.
Hennessey-Pierce 6-8, .6,4, o.o'
Blanchard Cummings 6-2, ga.
Plackett-Sheretz 7-5, Ga.
Moore-Wofsey GA (detault);;
Goldfaden, Moore-Sheritf' Laoo-
vitz 6-1, rs.
Howey, Pierce-Hennessey, Clark
6-3, rs.
Wurl-Neblett GA, 6-2.
Mrs. Martone-Mrs. Wofsey
6-1, 6-1.
Greenbelt cooperator., 1942-07-03
Siren Mxup

When told to disregard Greenbelt's air raid
sirens during regular tests Saturday morning and then when
have practice air raid Saturday morning be
forgiven for a certain amount of confusion.
Our instructions have been carined little There
will be regular siren at II each Saturday. We
to ignore it, unless have been informed by
papers and radio that there will be actual air raid test
at that time.
We still uncertain what supposed to do if an
actual raid should this particular time but
sumo that is remote possibility. Anyway, if you hear
planes dropping bombs some Saturday morning at II
o'clock you will know it is not test but the real thing
Be sure to call in the children if that happens.
Greenbelt cooperator., 1942-07-03
Craft Glasses

The handcraft classes which start Monday in room 12O
of the Elementary School at o'clock will round out
pete recreation program for Greenbes younger people
this summer.
Games, basket-weaving, sewing and number of other
activities will the occasional complaint that
children have out-ofschoo program except sports All
of hope the handicraft groups welcomed by both
parents and children.
Greenbelt cooperator., 1942-07-03
Tomorrow's Yesterday
Bv D. w. Greenbelt

By D. w. Gfeehpelt
This is tomorrow's yesterday
IT'S filled with vain regret
For letting selfishness delay
The duties to be met.
This is tomorrow's yesterday,
The time we meant to do
A helpful deed, kind work say
Before the day was through.
This is tomorrow's yesterday,
Each precious fieeting minute;
Let's use it wisely while we may,
For there is wisdom in it.
Greenbelt cooperator., 1942-07-03
Neu Babies

Mr.. and Mrs. Vernon T. Stout
myer, Forestway, are parents OF
son, David, born June II in WASH
ington. ?,
William Franklin Edwards II
was born to Mr.. and Mrs. Stanley
R. Edwards, of 81 Ridge Road.
Joseph Carl Schaeffer, born
June is to Mr.. and Mrs. Jack
Schaeffer, 19-M Ridge Road.
Greenbelt cooperator., 1942-07-03
By PHIL WEXLER

The Greenbelt Defense Corps
has really begun to work in
earnest on proper organization Of
the corps and settlement Of pres
ent and future grievances by any
unit of the CORPS. 1t is expected
to be placed on a full wartime
basis within a short time.
Comdr. Arthur Rysticken re-
ports that he is taking an intensive
Today training course at the Uni
versity of Maryland given by the
War Department Civilian Protec-
ton School.
First Full Meeting
The first full meeting of all de
fense units and members will be
held on Tuesday evening, July IA.
in the auditorium Of the Element
ary School. This meeting is com
pulsory for all members of civilian
defense units. Town residents not
connected with local defense activi-
ties are urged by Comdr. Rystick-
en- TO De present. L ull ueIailS VI
all phases Of civilian defense
work will be presented by Comdr,
Rysticken and suggestions will be
made concerning the possible re-
organization of each unit in order
to effect the highest efficiency in
Defense Corps work. The meet
ing promises to be not only full
of intel esting details as to the
function of each unit in defense
work. but it is also expected that
Comdr. Rysticken will offer some
startling information finally re-
leased by the War Department
concerning future war activities
by local groups and the extensive
use Of women in war work.
Women Aid Defense
Mrs. S. II. Downs announces
that the nutrition course is in full
swing and that canteen service
will soon be established in Green
belt.
Members of the women's organI-
zation will be asked to make pen
nants for defense motor vehicles
to serve as identification in an
emergency. Murdoch was made
Greenbelt cooperator., 1942-07-03
Use the Parking Lot

Cars crippled by failing tires, lack of gasoline other
restrictions beginning to accumulate in parking
spaces along Greenbe streets At least unused since
194 has been reported to the local police with suggestion
that it be moved to the general parking We endorse
the suggestion.