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bc THE PHILADELPHIA INQUIRER, TUESDAY MORNING, DECEMBER 20, 1932 REINER ABLY LEADS CURTIS ORCHESTRA, Notable Musicianship Is Shown by Conductor and Youthful Players By LINTON MARTIN The Symphony Orchestra of the Curtis Institute of Music won fresh and imposing musical laurels at its special concert conducted by Fritz Reiner for the Forum in the Academy last night. Between Mr. Reiner's masterly musicianship, which has given him a commanding place among present-day conductors, professional finish and excellence developed in the Curtis Orchestra in the relatively short time that he has been its director, the performance re proved to be one of outstanding artistry and unflagging interest. arousing keen regret that Mr. Reiner is not conducting in the regular symphony season.

Under Mr. Reiner's perfectly poised and paced direction, in which tempi were as convincingly right as his beat was strong and his intimate understanding of the music was unmistakable, the Curtis Orchestra presented A program of soundly symphonic quality, vastly superior to and more adult in interest than many presented by reguJar professional orchestras at times. Admirable balance of tone, a response that sensitive, and notable delicacy of detail with plentiful power were qualities apparent throughout, although perhaps the most persuasive numbers in point of popular appeal were the Wagnerian excerpts that came after the intermission, these being the Third Act Prelude, Dance of the Apprentices, and Finale from "Meistersinger," and the regulation "Tannhaeuser" Overture. In these numbers, Mr. Reiner again brought out that fullness of flavor and irresistible warmth which have won fame for his Wagnerian readings, and in these he demonstrated the brilliant attributes of the Curtis Orchestra, qualities not ordinarily associated with a student organization.

His climaxes were built up with thrilling effect, yet without any sacrifice of musical symmetry and proportion for sheer display. The only adverse criticism of, the program or the performance was that the intermission was placed unduly. late. Brahms Before, "Academic came Fes- not Overture, but two works of major size, these being the Handel minor Viola Concerto, which brought forward Max Arnoff as the gifted soloist, and Mendelssohn's brightly melodious "Italian" Symphony. Thus the first part was somewhat disproportionately long as balanced against the relatively brief Wagnerian numbers.

Following a crisp, clean-cut performance of Brahms' cheerful but superficial overture, Mr. Arnoff played the solo part in the classic concerto with full, round tone and abundant technical facility. The Mendelssohn Symphony was played with zest, freshness and unfailing felicity and made an excellent impression on the moderate-sized audience. House Leaders See Beer Bill Passage Continued From First Page rentatives must pass "a beer for taxes" bill if the Senate is to be called upon to suggest additional ways of raising revenue, for the reason that the Senate is without power of its own to initiate tax legislation. The concern of the House leaders, both Democrats and Republicans, today, however, was the immediate situation, and the votes likely to be cast on the Collier bill.

Representative James W. Collier chairman of the Ways and Means Committee, again estimated 125 Democratic pa ballots, which, with the 100 promised by the Republican wet bloc, he said, would send the bill through "like a greased pig." The estimate of 100 Republicans was based, however, past performances and not on a specific poll. Representative Bertrand H. Snell, of New York," Republican floor leader, has released his Republican colleagues, and Representative Carl G. Bachman, of West Virginia, Republican whip, has gone no further than to urge Republican members to be in attendance.

The "wets" in the House in both parties frankly viewed the situation with some misgivings, but reports that they were split several ways over various phases of the bill in a manner which would endanger its passage were scouted. Nevertheless, there was acknowledgment that there was some division. The amendments, more verbal than on paper today, may take the form of an effort to increase the tax from $5 a barrel to $7.50. This move is the present intention of Representative John J. O'Connor, Democrat, of New York, but he made it plain that he would withdraw the proposal if it jeopardized the success of beer legislation.

Representative La Guardia, Republican-insurgent, of New York, an active member of the Republican wet bloc, talked of an amendment to restrict the sale of the beverage beer not to be drunk on the premises except in hotels and restaurants. A similar provision was included in the O'Connor-Hull bill which the "wets" attempted unsuccessfully to pass at the last session. Representative La Guardia said. he is hearing talk of return of "the old saloon" and "beer at soda fountains." There was hint also that an attempt would be made to reduce the alcoholic content from 3.2 per cent. by weight to 2.75 but none could be found Porto could say he would submit such an amendment.

Everyone explained that it surely would be proposed, but no specific sponsor was fo found. Representative Earl C. Michener as- Critically Ill GRACE PERKINS Writer. who in private life is Mrs. Charles F.

Ourstier. is serioualy 111 Los Angeles hospital. sistant Republican leader, suggested that many States are predicating their statutes on 2.75 per cent. beer, but declined to say that he would offer an amendment to lower the content provided in the Collier bill. Opposes "Protection" Representative John C.

Schafer, Republican, of Wisconsin, another wet whose record shows that he has made a beer speech in the House whenever the opportunity offered, suggested that might advance an amendment to eliminate the present provisions of the Collier bill to protect the dry States against the flow of the new brew from wet communities. "They say that 3.2 per cent. 1s non-intoxicating." said Representative Schafer, "and no restriction is placed on the manner of the manufacture or sale because of that reason. Now, I want to know what the dry States are to be protected from." Others, including Representative Bachman, worried over the failure of the bill to define the status of "home brew." While the bill legalizes the manufacture of 3.2 per cent. beer, ale, porter or stout, by 8 licensed brewer upon whom is imposed A fee of $1000, and also authorizes its distribution and sale by wholesalers and retailers who pay a license fee of $50 and $20, respectively, nothing is said of the man who makes beer in his cellar.

Representative Bachman said many want to know whether the making of 3.2 per cent. beer in the home would be considered a violation of the Volstead act after its amendment by the provisions of the Collier bill. The decision of the Democratic tax leadership policy to the fate of the beer to consign its immediate bill, was emphasized when it was recalled that wine provision of the Collier bill was removed from the measure in and Means Committee virtually on instructions from the Speaker. Had wine remained in the measure, two commodities to the upon which taxes presenting, would be levied, it would have been opened to general tax amendments and the House stood in danger of becoming embroiled in another experience of "writing a tax bill on the floor of the House." wine or other tax sources are inserted 111 the Senate, the House, in chat event, will be bound to consider what the Senate has added. ITALY'S DEFICIT GROWS ROME, Dec.

19 budget deficit for fiscal year 1933-34 will be 2,900,000,000 lire, approximately $150,000,000, it was announced today. The Council of Ministers ap000 expenditures $880,000,000 proved budget totals, of receipts. The expenditures are 000.000 more than in the present budget. Estimates for the War, Navy and Air Departments are decreased $29,000,000. The deficit in the present fiscal year was placed at $145,000.000.

MARRIAGE LICENSES ISSUED Emma L. Overby, 21. 2213 Christian and Aaron Lewis, 22. 113 56th st. Viola M.

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Estelle Fallansbee, W. Howard M. Campbell, 33. St. Albans, Tennie Blumstein.

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Wyoming aTe. Dora Cohen. 21, 3923 Reach and MurH. Greenberg 22, 5636 N. 11th st.

Florence Kanofsky, 21, 307 Cantrell and Saul Kachman, 25, 3815 Wralusing Sarah Stein. 5329 Girard and Daniel Paul, 2301 9th st. Sadie Rikin. 5224 Girard and Jack Dlugach. 28.

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Haddon Ave. Line Camden, N. J. ABOLISHMENT URGED FOR SIX POOR BOARDS Continued From First Page taxpayers' funds." 16 Inmates in Roxborough House latter finally was admonished to produce further arguments in the form of sworn testimony. "Gross extravagance and maladministration have been shown," declared Tahl, after I.

H. Krekstein, the auditor, had submitted his report, "and slipshod bookkeeping methods have been disclosed. It is evident that these poor boards should not be permitted to function further in this reckless manner. Drastic action must be taken to eradicate this evil. "The boards should be destroyed, and I shall sponsor legislation to that end at Harrisburg.

Why should these people charged with responsibility for the poor he permitted any longer to waste the money intended for the unfortunate?" The full committee was in attendance, comprising besides Tahl, Representatives Sheppard H. Royle, chairman; Joseph F. M. Baldi, Albert S. C.

Millar and Edward Haws. Only Tahl and Royle will sit in the next Legislature, Several of the smaller boards were passed over cursorily, it developed that the man who serves Overseer of the Poor for Moreland township, in the 35th Ward, James Bonner, does not even hold the certificate of election to that office. Taking up the Roxborough, Poor Board, operating and part of the 38th Wards, Krekstein told the committee that proper rectors had their salaries raised in records are kept. He I a said the di1930 No investigators are employed to look into relief needs, but the directors themselves decide on relief applications and order certain merchants to deliver goods to those deemed in need. Merchant Decides on Food Given He said the merchant and not the applicant decides on the food given and that three dealers deliver food, one coal and one medical attention.

"We compared the prices charged by these merchants with current market price the same commodities at the time of the said the auditor, "and we found them invariably much higher. "For instance the merchants were charging the poor funds 35 cents for eggs when chain stores were charging 30 cents: 38 cents for butter compared with 33 cents; 15 cents for a can of tomatoes compared with cents: 35 cents for coffee against 27 cents; 15 cents for beans against 10 cents and so on." Board's Counsel Interrupts "Oh. why don't we get all the facts?" interrupted Mr. Polisher, the board's counsel. "Why doesn't he bring out the fact that this board had a deficit it took over in management" 1930? "In fairness to us all the facts should be given.

How do we know whether the same quality of food was considered in these price comparisons?" "We have only scratched the surface in this Tahl told him. "You can't tell me it is proper to charge higher prices for food than the current price elsewhere. You can do what you want with your own money, but it is different when you are handling the Krekstein brought out that there are now 16 inmates in the Roxborough poor house and that 25 per cent. of the living space in the home is occupied by the family of the steward. "The steward 1s married to the matron," he said, "and they, their two children and one of their parents occupy five bedrooms, a private living room and a dining room.

"The inmates could be boarded out more cheaply than the cost of maintaining them in the poor house. It costs the board $13.68 a week for their maintenance, including operating cost of the home." "This is another demonstration of the uselessness of this poor board." commented Tahl. "What deficit was there in this board on January 1, 1931?" Polisher asked the auditor. "I don't know," was the reply. if this committee is interested in showing inefficiency, we will show efficiency," declared the lawyer.

"We can show plenty of things," said Baldi. "I am not satisfied on the comparison of food costs," insisted Polisher. "I could have shown even a greater variance in the price charged 1f I had wanted to," said the auditor. Need for Attorney Questioned Polisher then recounted the "economies" of the board, pointing out that he, as counsel, receives no pay and no paid investigators are retained. "Why should they have an attorney anyhow?" asked Tahl.

"There would be nothing for him to do, with only 16 inmates in the "The matron at the poor house, continued Krekstein. "has no choice in buying foods. She is evidently instructed where to place her orders. We found that prices paid for the poorhouse food was uniformly higher than prices for the same food elsewhere. Bacon bought for 40 cents could be bought for 30; beef ribs for 38 against 28 cents; pork chops 28 against 23, and along down the line." Polisher attempted to make a statement on the board's operations, but he was told to come some other time and take the witness stand.

Moreland Overseer Not Certified The auditor informed the committee that the Moreland Poor Board has expended only $603 for relief purposes since 1924 and that their records show very little. "James Bonner has been acting as overseer of the poor for the last 20 years," said Krekstein, "but election returns show that William K. Bonner was elected to that office in 1931. James Bonner has no tion of election." a like this anyway," said "Toard' see any earthly use for Tahl. "It has certainly granted very little relief," said the auditor.

Byberry Spent $838 in 13 Years Another small poor board, that of Byberry township, has spent only $838 on relief in the last 13 years, it was testified. "There was an additional sum of slightly more than $200 allotted from the Talbot fund." said the auditor. "Edward K. Bonner is the overseer and he did not use relief orders at all, but merely his own bank account." The audit revealed that the Bristol Township Poor Board, operating in the 42nd Ward, expended 795 for relief purposes in 1931; $8446 for care of inmates of outside institutions: $10,506 for collection of taxes and $10,994 for overhead. "There was a deficit last vear," said the auditor, "and bank loans were increased by $25,000." He said that the payroll of the board was increased about $6000 in the year.

"While payrolls and salaries were being cut elsewhere," commented Tahl. Krekstein said that dealers charged higher prices for food issued to the poor than the market prices for the same commodities and he added that only 22 merchants were allowed to deliver goods. "The merchant who was most favored did not even submit invoices with his he said. "The food orders given the poor people designated what dealer should make the delivery. Six grocers got 50 per cent.

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Miss State. Nurse Questioned NORA GEORGIA PAULSON Police Quiz Nurse Whose Error Led to Babies' Death NEW YORK, Dec. 19 (A. ORA GEORGIA PAULSON, in 28, the nurse a whose solution, mistake aupreparing thorities said, led to the death of three babies in New York HospitalCornell Medical Center, was questioned today by Assistant District Attorney Saul Price. Price, who said he planned to question Miss Paulson further on Wednesday, quoted her as saying that when she went to the closet where solutions were kept she found she could not open the door completely and reached in and took a bottle, thinking it was the right one.

Later it was discovered the bottle contained a boric acid solution instead of the saline solution which had been prescribed. The three babies became ill after the injection was administered on Thursday and Miss Paulson summoned a physician. Price said. to attend to them. Two of the babies died Saturday and the third died Sunday.

Price said his future action would be governed by the inquiry he is conducting. Ridge Ave. Subway to Run Tomorrow Continued From First Page with the Broad st. subway from 6.30 A. M.

to 8 P. M. except on these three Christmas shopping days, when the extra hour and a half will be allowed. Passengers will be transferred at the Girard ave. station of the Broad st.

tube and the running time to 8th and Market sts. will be minutes. During the rush hours in the morning and early evening trains run in the spur at intervals and at 6-minute intervals at other times of the day. There are stations at Vine Spring Garden st. and Fairmount besides the present terminal station at Market st.

No service will be provided on Sundays or holidays unless business justifies it. CONFER ON PHILIPPINES WASHINGTON, Dec. 19 (A. -Differences between the Senate and House over when and under what conditions the Philippine Islands should be freed today were handed over to a conference committee for settlement. At request of Chairman Hare of Insular Affairs Committee, the the rejected, the Senate amendments bill, and asked for a conference.

It was granted by the Senate. Speaker Garner appointed Hare of South Carolina, Williams of Texas, Democrats, and Knutson of Minnesota, Republican. Vice President Curtis appointed as Senate conferees, Bingham of Connecticut, Johnson of California, and Cutting of New Mexico, Republicans, and Pittman of Nevada and Hawes of Missouri, Democrats. COLORFUL PARADE TODAY MARKS RELIEF CONCERTS With a parade headed by a crack band of 100 pieces, and with banners and other colorful of parapher-75 nalia, together with a bevy acting as ticket sellers along the line of march, the Stanley-Warner Company today will call attention to its six musical concerts to be given in the Mastbaun Theatre, the entire receipts of which be donated to the United Campaign, as part of the theatre concern's contribution to the $6,000,000 drive in aid of the needy and unemployed. These concerts, with 300.

musicians stage--the world's largest orchestra -noted conductors and celebrated opera stars and other soloists, begin tomorrow with a matinee at 2.30 P. M. and an evening performance at 8.30. With different programs and artists, they will be continued on Thursday and Friday, at the same hours. The concerts were arranged by William Goldman, general-manager of the StanleyWarner Company.

The route of today's parade, which will be repeated Thursday follows: Starting tomorrow at and burn Plaza, opposite City Rey. 11.45 A. parade will Hall, at south on Broad st. to move on Chestnut to 7th. Chestnut, east to Market, west on Market on 7th south on 17th to Chestnut, to east 17th, Chestnut to Broad.

south on The prices for the on Broad. 50 cents at all matinees; concerts will with cents children at evening admitted performances. for 25 cents. times Tickets are on sale at the baum and all other Masttheatres. Also at the Bureau of the Snellenburg Information theatre ticket offices Store, the bel Store and at GimConway's and Penn and at Wanamaker's fice.

Ticket Of- 2 Men Fall Dead Two men fell dead within of each other in West a block phia, at about the same time Philadelnight. One of them, Louis C. last ler, 55,. of 5113 Willows Kohlapsed on Baltimore between col51st and 52d sts. about 6.30.

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