The Waterbury Democrat. [volume] (Waterbury, Conn.) 1917-1946, 1942-02-02

/ Heavyweight Champion who risked
his title, his entire purse OF more
than SAT 900 for the United States
/ Naval Relief Fund and was reSpon-
sible for an additional $4,000. Joe
Louis then capped the climax by Of
fering his life if need be, through
actual army service.
Mr. Lyons wants to perpetuate the
name of Joe Louis, an American
negro who started life in the humble
position Of a cotton picker. We all
know of this grand fighters mete-
ORIG rise TO fame and fortune, and
of his world title that has been con-
siStently maintained by clean
craftsmanship Mr. Louis Is a model
for civilian department. He is q un-
iversal hero deserving of unanimous
acclaim.
BY following this suggestion the
name Of Joe louis will be honored.
The boys of the army will benefit
as well. But Mr.. Lyon did not go
far enough. He might have pictured
a similar ward for the navy and
wards in civilian hospitals through
out the nation. Just think OF the
confidence it would give many
youngsters who have to undergo
severe operations, to know that they
are to be in The Joe Louis room,
that they must have courage, ambi-
ton and will to fight
Bill Corum, world famous sports
writer and commentator, seconded
Mr.. Lyons original idea and the
boom is on. Contributions can oe
sent TO him or Mr.. Alfred f. Lyon,
executive Vice President. Philip
Morris Co. Ltd Inc, ll9 Fifth ave-
nue., New York, N. Y. by anyone In
tercSted. Let's hope there will be
numerous small amounts, preferably
in silver. The Joe Louis endowed
beds are to be completely non-sec-
tartan, available solely on basis Of
need, without regard TO race, re-
liglon or nationality.
great tribute to our Worlds
Championl
One Of Manhattan's most cheer
ful evening spots Is CaSlno-on-t the
Park restaurant, on Fifty-Ninth
street, facing Central Park. 1t mas
very fascinating decorations that
are enhanced by cut flowers on the
tables
Ray Morton and his orchestra
play for dinner and supper dancing
There Is q good-sized floor that
eliminates crowding. Muriel Byrd
entertain8 with pianologuc and
songs,
Numerous celebrities are attracted
to the Casino by its good food which
Is served In leisurely manner.
There are famous cheeSeS and rare
imports in beverages II 50 inclined, :.
This Essex House restaurant has
quite a reputation as a haunt for
discriminating debutanteS, a sort Of
rendezvous for family gatherings,
some OF which seem TO be entertain
ing prospective bride or groom.
For those who really want a bar
gain, | recommend Sunday strollcr's
; Brunch" at a dollar This Is
combination OF breakfast, and lunch
that Is really an diversified meal, sans
dessert, that depending on ones idea
Of fins, 70 rthey serve huge jlat-
ters OF assorted coffee cakes and
rolls with jam.
Visitors at the Casino-on the
Park may enjoy the sight Of walt
crs walking. 10 tables with a telc-
phone set IN hand 1t can be plugged
in while you sit and dine. If persons
are expecting a call, they simply
leave their name whit the head
waiter who conveys the information
TO the operator. After that 1t is a
hotel routine. Outgoing calls are
made by asking the waiter for -
telephone with the same noncha-
lance as one would display in ask
ing for another napkin.
J. JAY.