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The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-12-29
WEAVER SWAMPS
 ALUMNI, 49 TO Is

Hartford. Dec 29.-The Weaver High School Alumni basketball team was unable to give Coach Fred Stones new combination more than a breezy workout in their annual game at the North Siders' gymnasium last night and the schooiboys won easily. 49 to l5.
 The graduates brought n large squad to the Weaver court and Coach stone had q chance to try all his players in Il basketball ''marathon" with htree games be- ing played and the whole Green squad getting workout in over an hour of steady play.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-12-29
BROOKLYNS PLAY
 HOUSE OF DAVID
 HOOPMEN FRIDAY
Famous Basketball Group Make First Waterbury Appearance at Arena

One of Amerlca's most co1orful and able hoop aggregations has ben engaged to meet an outstand- ing Brooklyn A. c. basketball squad at the Phoenix avenue arm. ory Friday night of this week. Re- calling the interest that was shown by Waterbury diamond patrons in the famous House of David basc- ball team last summer at Hamilton Park, Manager John Dumschott has booked the bewhiskered bas- ketball troupe for action with his Brooklyn New Years night In what has all the marks of n great exhibition of the court sport.
 Convincing.
 The Brooklyns came back with Q bang in their return game with the Atlas In this city ten days ago, to send the New Ravens back home with n 2l point defeat, the worst beating they have suffered in years, if not In the history of the Atlas club. By such playing, tho Blue and White array stamped themselves among the best in Con. necticut this season, for the only mark they have against them in the past two years Is 17 to 16 defeat by the Atlas under question able circumstances, which they more than made up for in the re- turn game by winning 4i to 20.
 Know Their Stun.
 Playing either professional or amateur rules, the House of David basketball team has one of the best travelling teams In the country and rarely fail to perform in man. ner entirely satisfactory to the fans who play to see them, whether they win or lose. Because of the first class squad which they have held intact since last year, and their continued winning streak, the Brooklyn A. c. boys have built up quite a local following In addition to their own tribe from Bank at rect md vicinity.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-12-29
Cornell Noses Out Yale In Opener.

Cornell team led by Capt Adam Alulis, former St Joe's Parochial team star scored hard fought encounter from the strong Yale team. nosIng the latter out 22 to 2l, in the first game of Il fine triple header scheduled last night. With Cornell leading by seven point margin with two minutes remain ing to play, Yale went on a scorin ing spree. but fell bit short of tying the count as the whistle ended the contest. Capt John Williams en- joyed his best night of the season when he countered with II points for his losing Yale quint. while Alulis with 10 markers, and Joe Beef" Klish also uncorked his sharp shooting eye, by dropping in four sensational field baskets for more of the winning team s points.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-12-29
Carey Goes South
 to See DaZZler

New York, Dec 29.-UP)- Dazzy Vance will remain us main stay of the Brooklyn Robins pitch ing staff in 1882 if he is willing to accept a salary commensurate with his 1881 ability according to Man ager Max Carey.
 Carey embarked for Florida last light and will confer with Vance.
 "If he's good enough for the other clubs. he's good enough for us," said Carey, who had discussed possible trades.
 Brooklyn Is reported willing to give Vance q one-year contract al $15,000. Vance received S23,0OO in lg31
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-12-29
AGUA CALIENTE TRACK
 RESUMES RACES JAN 1

Agua calIente. Mex. Dec 29.- WPD-I.acing at Agum cniieDie will be resumed January 1 and the program will continue until March 27. as originally scheduled, James N. crofton. president of the Agun caliente Jockey club an- nounced.
 The track was closed last Wed. nesday nfter CroftOn announced that poor gate receipts and the prospects Of higher taxes made it impossible to continue.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-12-29
.KAP'S CONQUEROR
 ON PETROLLE CARD
Eddie Ran Meets Franta Nekolny = Fargo Ex. press z to 5 FavOrite

New York, Dec 29-(UP)-Bllly Petrolle, veteran Fargo. N. D., welterweight, ruled today as n ' to 6 favorlte to defeat Billy Townsend of Vancouver, E. C., in their 10-round bout at Madison Square Garden tomorrow night.
 Both fighters appeared in top form. Townsend sealed 144 pounds and is expected to have five pound weight advantage.
 Tho supporting card includes ten-rounders between Eddie Ran of Poland and Franta Nekolncy of Czecho- -Slovakia and Vidal Gre gnrio of spain and Antone Koc.s!s $ of Hungary,
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-12-29
NAL STEVENS TO
 \ HEAD COACH ASSN

New York. Dec 20--(UP)-- Dr Marvin (Mal) stevens of Yale was slated to become pres. idcnt of the American Football Coaches Association by election at the close >of the morning ses- sion to-day.
 Stevens has served us first vice president during the past year when tho organization was headed by Coach Mcehan of Manhattan, formerly of New York University.
 Among speakers on the pro. gram just preceding the cleo. ton arc Stevens and Coaches I Kiplc, Alexander, Doblc. Me. Kcnncy, Zuppkc and McGugin.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-12-29
TERRYvILLE Vs ALUMNI

Terryvillc. Dec 29.--Both the Terryville High school and Alumni basketball teams held practice ses. slons Monday In preparation foi the,r annuGl game which will be played at the Town Hall Wed. nesdny night. The high school girls and Alumnae teams will play the preliminary game. Dancing will be enjoyed following the games.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-12-29
AMATEUR BASKETBALL
\. s. BOYS CLUB WIN

New Britain, Dec 20.-The Springfield Wolverines had won seven straight games before It's meeting with the New Britain Boys Club team here last night but it could not survive under the fino passing and shooting attack shown by the local clubsters and lost, 40 to 24. The New Britain team played fine basketball and the Wolverines were unable to ta ke tke lead at any stage of the contest.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-12-29
BEARDED FIVE IN HARTFORD

Hartford, Dec 20.-.The serVice company team, of the State league, will act as host 10 the House of David tossers at the state Armory Saturday night.
 Tho whigkered players are now touring New England and are scheduled to appear in Willimnntic tomorrow night against the Com- pany C pros.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-12-29
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The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-12-29
Stanford Wins 1S-i5.

Lefty" Baron came back to lead his Stanford array tO victory over Notre Dame by score of IS to IT in another hot fought tilt. The Notre Dame missed numerous tries from the fifteen foot line late in the game. and this accounted for their downfall. William Baron and Xaxier Gelguada featured for ihe Stanford array with their fine shooting, while Joe cOskie with ' points worked well for the losers.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-12-29
IIlOmastOn Chatter

Thomaston Basketball league managers will meet tonight at S:45 o'clock with President Harry Lynch presiding. Discussions re- garding the league opening will be held.
 The Free Poland A. C.. an entry in this league. would like to meet the Y. r. IL. A. team or Boys Club Juniors in Thomaston Thurs day night. For games write Man. ager Mike MOzonski at his home on Railroad Hill, ThomastOn.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-12-29
JoI,n Williams In Office.

Al the election of officers sun day afternoon. John Wllliams, pop nlar captain Of the Yale team. was elected President of the local Knights of Lthuanla lodge. I'rexy Williams succeeded John March. former MlddlebuFy College athlete. aH the hend of Inc organization, and Inst night was gieen "A great ovation at the basketball games.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-12-29
uillics Ys Emcrnlils

After Il weeks layoff the Rey- nond Hlllies will get back into ac- ton tonight when they meet the Emerulds at the Washington gym. Tho Hillies will be after their third straight win and also their tenth victory of the season tonight. They have lost the services of Bobby Tracy who has made tho Crosby squad and though they will be handicapped for the remainder of the season they will endeavor to keep up their brilliant playing and will meet any junior team In the city
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-12-29
CHECKER CHAMPION
 AT YMCA TONIGHT

"camelot," a new indoor game will be the subject of what should prove m interesting address by Newell W. Banks. champion check CT player of American tonight al 7;30 o'clock nt tho central Y. M c. A. The speaker Is well known in this city, for he has appeared on several of his exhibitions. play ing local checker enthusiasts. The public is extended m invitation ts attend this lecture on thia new pastime.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-12-29
Y IntcrCIuh Games.

Tomorrow night at the Central Y, two Interclub games arc sche- duled. At 8 o'clock. the Zi-Theta- Pi meet the ore club while an hour later the Speedboys take on the Vikings. "Fat" McMarthy will referee both games. Friday night at 8 o'clock tho Putslc Frlars meet the Slgmas and an hour later the Bona. .Doms take on the Dorm. Ray Richards will referee tho first game Friday and Bob Kiersted the second.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-12-29
City League Pilots
 Meet Tonight at 7:3O

The weekly City Amateur basket ball league meeting is on the books for 7:30 o'clock tonight with the park department office in the mum icipal building the scene of the as- sembly. President William O.. Derwin will preside. The confab will get underway promptly at 7:3O o'clock as many of the managers are eager to witness the American Brass -scoviil game at the Y at 8 o'clock.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-12-29
Princeton Loses Overtime Game.

In n game fllled with thrills. Holy Cross continued to remain at the top of the league by winning l3 10 10 from Princeton, in a game which was decided in three min ute overtime period. Close guard ing featured in this game in which the score was the lowest made by both teams in the current season. Boley's foul. and Joe Lukas field basket decided the outcome of the game for the victOrs. AdOlphe Bal anda and August Krisevage featur- cd for the losers.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-12-29

defeated the Chase Park Juniors. 22 to l4. with C. Donate doing most of the scoring. The Chase Park Midgets took over Fulton Park midgets. 2t to '. as George O'Conn0r and Rosa went wild. Monday night at the Pearl street Community House. the Reymond Hillies take on the Fulton Park American Legion team.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-12-29
K. OF l.. VS GUARDS

Manchester, Dec 2D.--The Nn- tional Guard basketball team will get its severest test of the season on January when 1t plays host to the Knights of Lithuania ot Hartford on its home court. The Rockville Clerks will meet tho Hicks In the preliminary game.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-12-29
RENO BIDS SlO0,OOO
 FOR DEMPSEY-PRIMO

Reno. Nev, Dec 20-(UP)-A ef0O,OOO offer for Jack Demp. scy to meet Primo Camera here July Fourth fin the former cham. pl0n's first "blg money" fight of his comeback campaign was pro. pared to-day by q group of Reno spOrtsmcn.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-12-29
Pcricleans Conquer

Led by Mike Exarhu who bagged 10 points the Sons of Pericles de- feated their chapter rivals from New Haven last night at the Boys Club 23 to 10. Hanas with four points excelled for the visitors.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-12-29
Specdboys Plny Nicri,lcn.

Friday night at Washington gym, Bill Gaughan's Waterbury Speed boys will entertain the Dlzzy Cor ners of Meriden in the first of n "here and there" series. Jan 8, the Bristol Boys club will be the Spcedboys opponents at Washing ton gym.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-12-29
North End Y Jrs Lose.

The Naugatuck Y Juniors turned the tables on the North End Jrs at the North End hut last night, winning 29 to 21. Swisky and T. Waite excelled for the boroughites while Martino and Joyce were the losers best bets.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-12-29
North End Mldgets Win.

The Hawks were victims of 3S to 28 setback at the hands of the North End Midgcts yesterday af- ternoon at the North End Y. A Carmen scored l9 of the victors points while Coviello annexed IA for the losers.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-12-29
K. of l.. Hoop
 Chatter BY JOHNNY STANKUS
Tho Standings;
Results of Inst Night

Cornell 22. Yale 2l.
 Holy Cross i3, Princeton 10, stanford IS, Notro Dame IT,
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-12-29
Chaee lsmPk IleanIls.

Last night at the Chase Park gym the Meirose A. C.. defeated the Chase Park Seniors. 2s 10 2e. Be- melo with sine points starred for the losers and Maacin with the same number. for the losers. The Fulton Park American Legion five
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-12-29
COl0nlnis Lose.

The Brooklyn Falcons scored an lg to win over Dick a'rane's North End colonials last night with "Foots" Berardi leading the SCOT CTS with nine points.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-12-29
schedule For Next Monday Night.

1900 D, m,--Holy Cross vs Yale, 7:40 p. m.--Cornell vs stanford S:20 D. m,--princcton vs Notre Dame.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-12-29

Three hard fought games, one uf which went an extra period. wero played last night in the Knights of Llthuanla Community Basketball league at the new St Joseph's school auditorium.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-12-29
Y Dcflics Cadets.

Tho undefented Boys Club Cadets are the ono team the Gen. trnl Y Juniors are anxious to stack up against and if tho club bers agree to n game with the Y- sters, answer through this column or get in touch with Manager Crawley at the Y.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-12-29
Trnrtors in New Haven.

Saturday night the Tractor A. c. five will invade New Haven to show at Dante school against tho Elm City Brownies at 7:30 o'clock.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-12-29
Engle Makes 1882 / Indoor Debut Jan 2

New York, Dec 29.--(UP)-.- Charles II. Engel of Yale, lntercol. legiate quarter-mile champion. will make his first start of the 1892 in- door season in the Columbus Circle K. of C. games at 106th Armory, Brooklyn. January 2.
 Engle will oppose Eddie Blake, Boston A. A.. 1881 winner; Milton Sander, Metropolitan G00-yard champion and Max Wakely, former national junior 0o0-yard cham pion.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-12-29
Carnegie Md1',
Lou Little Ready 7o
 Stdtistica7lly Deny
 ODeremphasis l" Charge

New York, Dec 29-(UP) P)--With the blame for foot balls evls already attributed to everybody connected with the sport the American Football Coaches association vened to-day to decide that the evils imaginary and that football is a good game.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-12-29

Germany, drew with scotty Me- Dougall, Scotland.
 At Manchester. N H-Iienri Diglnne, Montreal. won by dis- qualification from Buck Weaver, New York; Count Zarynoff, Russia, threw Carl Laemle, New York.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-12-29

BASKETBALL SCORES Geneva 40. St Thomas IS.
 John Marshall 70, Columbus K. C. 34. . Utah Aggies 30, U. c. L. A. 20.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-03-10

nue, will face higher court and explain their conduct.
 The three youths and the girl were arrested last Wednesday even- ing near Hamilton park after a po- lice car with Patrolmen William Green and Joseph Petit had chased them for some distance. Yarosis, the driver, came to a stop after several shots were fired at the car. He es- caped at that time through the woods, but was arrested when the police succeeded in learning a few things from his friends. Miss Der mody was chased home by the police Wednesday night, but rearrested Saturday when the police were in- formed that she had planned to ac- company her friends on trips to Bridgeport and New Haven where they had agreed to take part in
 hold-ups. The "out of town" en- agreements were postponed because on the nights selected the committee on ways and means and transporta- ton failed in the last minute.
 Last Wednesday night, however, the young men "horrowed" a car owned by the Scovill Manufacturing company and left parked by it's driver, James Dunn, near St. Fran cis' church ,on Baldwin street. Miss Dermody joined the youths at the corner of East Main street and Ham, ilton avenue and according to her story to the police they went to Mill Plain to locate fellow who had a gun for them. They had planned
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-03-10
ALMOST
 FORCED TO GIVE UP
Vincent Dubauskas Saw Truck Run Over Five
 Year-Old Boy
SlO,OOO DAMAGE SUIT

Recalling details of an auto mis- nap in which he saw five year old boy run over by a milk truck, so un- nerved Vincent Dubauskas, witness in a common pleas court case this morning that he was hard pressed to fight back tears. A glass of wa ter furnished by Sheriff John Jenu- saitis strengthened out the witness and he proceeded with his story.
 He was called as the principal witness in the $10.000 damage suit of Alfred Yakulevich of Watertown. against the A. H. Merriman com- pany. local milk company. Alfred brings the suit through his father, Joseph. Trial of the case was start ed this morning before Judge Miles F. McNiff.
 According to the complaint the boy was sliding down Mt Vernon avenue in Watertown, January 25, 193O, His course carried him around the corner into Hubbell ave- nue. After he had rounded Hubbell avenue and was. at a standstill he was run over by the defendants milk truck the driver of which did not see the youth.
 Dubauskas, the witness told of e'SSAhS eAS ooy SOLipicbS HIS SlluS and pull over to a ditch on Hubbell avenue near the standing milk truck. He said the driver came run ming from customers house on Hubbell avenue and started up his truck. The truck passed over the boy, in front of Dubauskas' eyes, he said. He said he shouted and hollered at the driver who proceed ed a considerable distance before stopping. Dubauskas said he hur- ried over to the injured youth who was screaming and picked him up. The driver and Dubauskas secured a car which brought the youth to the Waterbury hospital.
 Dr James l.. Moriarty was called as the second witness. He told of having to perform an open opera tion to bring the severed bones in the boys left leg. ne ar the hip, to- gether. He said he had to use kan garoo tendon to bind the bones. The boy plaintiff in the case was placed on the sta nd in front of Dr Moriar- ty and barred his left leg so Dr Mori- arty could demonstrate to the court the exact location of the fracture. A
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-03-10
Girl Companion
 On Probation;
 Confesses Plot
company Youthful fIoldup Men to New Haven and Bridgeport Where Stick-ups Were Planned

The carer of Waterbury's newly organized gang of amateur bandits started and ended last Wednesday evening, although the end was not officially known untif this morning when three youths were ordered held under bonds of $1,000 each for the next term of superior court and their girl friend was placed on pro- bation for six months. The gang failed in it's initial effort because of the vigilance of the police motor pa trol. but they had ambitions. if a confession made to Lieutenant Jos- eph Stevens means anything.
 Miss Marie Dermody, 19, of flaw kins street, who professed a willing ness to go with the youths to try their hand at hold-ups was placed on probation to-day and will be obliged to report once week to Mrs Irene Piercey, probation officer. Kenneth Beecher, 19, of 1439 East Main street, Raymond Fitzpatrick, 20, of Pearl Lake road and Arthur Yarosis, IS, of 105 Englewood ave-
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-03-10
ssTHRILL BANDITS" HELD UNDER $1 ,000 B0NDS

that evening to ''stick up'' a saso- line station manager. They were de- batting the course of action when the police car spotted them. Officers Green and Petit recognized the marker numbers and set out in pur- suit. The policemen at the time were under the impression they were chasing bandits, who a short time previous had held up and robbed the manager of a Fulton market store "out east and escaped with over $125. They were surprised to find the youths with the girl in their com pany.
 Miss Dermody and so did the ac- cused lads made statements to Lieu tenant Stevens, which incriminate them. They had evidently decided to get a thrill out of life and were about to embark on a career of ban
 ditry for the fun of it. Miss Der mody supplied the police with plenty
 of information concerning their plans"
 Only a few preliminary questions were asked Lieutenant Stevens by counsel for theadefense. Miss Der
 mody had been charged with theft of an automobile, but following con- ference between Attorney John F..
 Tobin and Prosecuting Attorney
 Emil Hummel the complaint was danger of falling into vice. The court permitted the complaint to be amended.
 It is most likely that Miss Der mody will be used as a states wit
 ness when cases of the three youths come up in the next term of su- per.or court, criminal side.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-03-10
K. O.'s Cough

"I'm manager of Thompson's Res taurant, 354 N. Clark Street. Last winter I caught the worst cough l ever remember having. It was abso- lutely painful. l got some Smith Brothers Cough Syrup and after the first swallow my throat felt better,
 and l could breathe again. Smith Brothers knocked out my cough in one round" R. H. Wiseman, Chicago.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-03-10

dogs in the borough. All canines must be registered with the town clerk on or before May 1. After May 1. an additional dollar is added to the fee.
 The sermon at the Lenten exer- cises in St Michaels Episcopal church tomorrow night at o'clock will be delivered by the Rev Percy l.. Urban of St Johns church. North Haven.
 Rev Urban is lecturer in theol- ogy at Berkeley Divinity school. He is very fine speaker and his ser mon should prove an interesting one.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-03-10

Here's the last word in sleeping comfort! Inside the eight thick layers of felted cotton are in- nun. n.erable coil springs. Artistic tichings and deeply tufted!
 Terms to Suit!
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-03-10

large jagged scar on the boy's leg was described by Dr Moriarty as the location of the operation. Attorney Michael V. Blansfield ap- pears for the plaintiff and Attorney
 John r. McDonough represents the defendant
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-03-10
TRUCKS COLLIDED
 ON BALDWIN STREET
NEA Pittsburgh Bureau.

While answering a call yesterday a fires truck from headquarters driven by James O'Donnell collided with truck owned and op- erated by VincenZo Ruocco of 766 North Main street. The accident oc- cured in front of 147 Baldwin street and only slight damage was done to Ruocco's machine.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-03-10
1 NAUCATUCk Borough Expends
 $59, 700 On Charities
S7O,OOO Anticipated, S23OOO More Than Appropriation
 Decided Upon Last May-Depression Blamed
Mrs Thompson.

ing.
 A shipment of dog license tags were received yesterday by Town Clerk Louis Schiller, Jr. The tags are for the yearly registration of