The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-05-14
Eulogies Feature
 McEvoy Testimonial
Retiring Deputy Receives Watch and Other Gifts in
 Recognition of Years of Service

would live many years to enjoy the fruits of his labor. The mayor con- 'sidered the retirement of Deputy Chief McEvoy as a loss to the fire department.
 Rev MT Lewis making his first since January 18th, remarked that it was possibly contrary to his phy- sician's wishes for him to be present, but he could not resist the oppor- tunity to add his praise to the gen. eral tribute to Charlie" McEvOy, for whom he had always entertained the highest respect and esteem as a man and as a fire official. Dr Lewis also praised Chief Heitman, the de- partment as whole, Lieutenant John Leary, who suffered the loss of his lower limbs in an accident, and Father Butler, to whom he expected of chaplains.
 Former Mayor Sandland, father of the two platoon system," stated that he was proud to recall his eff forts in establishing that system and giving firemen a living wage. Although criticized severely for the introduction of new methods, he stated that he had no regrets or apol- ogies and would do the same again, if he had the opportunity.
 To be present and to honor Deputy McEvoy, former Mayor Bill" Hotchkiss remarked that he had remained 8 way from an inn portant meeting in Hartford to be among those present on such an oc- casion.
 Rev James Butler narrated sev- eral humorous stories and remarked that he had often been mistaken for Deputy McEvoy on account of the white rubber coat he donned when in attendance at fires.
 Representative Mahaney predicted that Mayor Hayes is destined for a long term of service as mayor of Waterbury and that the future un- doubtedly held higher honors for him if he were politically inclined. The representative added his praise also for the guest of honor.
 Commissioner Harry w. Minor long term of service as 8 volunteer fighter and also as member of the organized city department from its very inception. The commissioner provided a few laughs with one of his famous humorous stories.
 Alderman Louis Somers stated that in all his travelling about the state he had yet to see a fire de- partment that could compare or could be rated as an equal to the Waterbury Fire Department. Com missioner Frank Brickel spoke in a similar vein.
 Patrick Hackett spoke on the or- ganization of the old Brass City Fire Company in the days when Charlie McEvoy was an ambitious volunteer
 
 "boys" of that period, which proved one of the most popular features of the evening.
 Commissioner Chesson introduced Chief Heitman as New England's greatest fire chief" Of course the chief with his customary modesty declined the nomination. He stated that the honors belong to his depu- ties and to his men.
 During the evening Commissioner Chesson displayed interesting pic- lures of recent fires in Waterbury. The Brass City trio contributed many of the entertainment features of the evening with a number of vocal and instrumental numbers.
 The committee in charge of the affair comprised representatives of the various fire companies and. de- partments. Lieutenant Michael Flaherty, clerk of the department, was chairman. The others were Lieutenant Michael Cavanaugh and Pvt Thomas Bowen of the Burton street house; Lieutenant Frank Finn and Private James Mcdonald of the East Main street house; Lieuten- ant Edward Loughman of the Brooklyn company; Lieutenant Ed ward Connor of the Baldwin street house: Captain Charles Booth of the East Main street house near Southmayd road; Lieutenant Charles Bockwich of the Willow street house: Lieutenant Walter Johnson of the Walnut street company; Cap tain Frank Ryan, Bunker Hill house: Captain Joseph Bagley. Wa terville company; Private Leonard Murphy. headquarters: Captain Ed ward Maloney, Highland avenue company; Captain William Russell bureau of auto repairs. and Super intendent Charles E. Ahearn of the bureau of fire alarm.