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The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-12-09
Toys for the
 Lincoln House Donated By the Water. bury Public Speak
 ing Club

A large number of toys will be turned over to the Lincoln house today for distribution to needy children as an aftermarth of last nights meeting of the Waterbury Public Speaking club, at which the 50 members present exchanged Christmas toys and then voted to send them to the Lincoln house Howard E. Coe acted as Santa Claus.
 Last nights program opened with talks by Charles Doescher on "why?" Alfred F. Meyerhans on England and the Gold Standard" Hazel M. Shafer on What Do Yau Mean, Beauty?" and Howard E. Coe on Ducks. A one act skit entitled ."It Happens Every Day. was pre- sented by Hazel Shafer, Elizabeth H. Minor and Thomas Pastor. Pres ident Earle H. Blanchard presided Miss Mary c. L. Phelan was in charge of the social hour and re. treatments were served following the program.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-12-09

A frozen motor delayed Paul Daumis, 45, of Scott road frem ar- irving in police court on the sched- uled hour of 9 o'clock this morn- ing to answer to the charge of yio- lating the liquor law. Judge John E. McGrath declared five-min- ute reces sto permit counsel for the defendant to page his client in the corridors of police headquarters and the municipal building. Tele- phone communication with the home of the accused established the fact that Daumis was one of the small army of local autoists who couldn't start the engines of their cars this morning. After fussing around with the machine he abandoned all hopes of getting it started and proceeded to walk to the nearest trolley line.
 After more than the expected time out of five, minutes had been taken Daumis arrived breathless- ly. He immediately went into a l1uddle with his counsel, who had spent several anxious minutes
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-12-09
Holly Hop
 December IS
''TalIy-Hooey'' One of the Many Features of COnl-
 ing Event

"Taily-Hooey," delightful com edy of the hunt, will be one of the features of Holly Hop to be given by the Junior league at the Water bury Women's club on Friday eve- ming, December the 18th.
 Lady riders and gentlemen riders resplendent in pink coats; will make a colorful picture as they follow the hounds wellington Edwin Jones) and Random" (Charles H. Upson) across coun- try in pursuit of the fox.
 The music used in this act was composed by Arthur Samuels and the words were written by Rea Irwin. It is through their very kind permission that the Junior league Is able to use them at this time. FA
 A revue of fourteen acts followed by dancing to the music of Witt stein's orchestra furnish the attrac- tions of the evening.
 In this time of depression 1t IS necessary to alleviate immediate suffering, and 1t is equally impor- tant to aid those agencies of whose work Is constructive and whose ul. innate aim is the establishment of self-supporting members of so- ciety. Proceeds from Holly HOP will be used for Waterbury relief work through the medium of these agencies.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-12-09
Assign Liquor
 Case For Hearing
Dauris Testiies Tomorrow Morning in Police Court
 Judge Continues It Day

checking up on him. When court reconvened Judge McGrath was asked for another postponement of the case as Daumis was not quite ready to answer to the charge. The case was assigned for tomorrow morning. The accused is at liberty under bonds of $1,00O furnished by Isabella Forrest of the Frost road. s
 Daumis under various aliases has been arrested five times for violation of the liquor law. The emergency squad made the latest "pinch" when they visited his home on the Scott road and dis covered a stili and seized a large quantity. of moonsfLne, alcohol and wine.
 Harvey Burt, 30. of 14s Maple street, charged with breach of the peace, and Dominic Spallone, 32. of 295 South Leonard street, ac- cused of starting disturbance at his home were arraigned today. The former was granted contin- uance until December 2Srd, while
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-12-09
|MendelssOhn
 Male Chorus
Will Give Concert al
 Swedish Lutheran Church Tonight

The Mendelssohn Male chorus of Waterbury will give concert at the Swedish Lutheran church on this evening at 8 p. m.
 For those who like to listen to male chorus singing rare treat is in store.
 The chorus, which is composed of over forty members won iirst prize at Pawtucket, R. l., last spring in competition with leading male chorus. is under the direction of c. Loring Burwell.
 Program.
 Viking Song IS. Coleridge- Taylor Lullaby Johannes Brahms The Lamp in the West
 ............... Horatio Parker Creations Hymn
 ............ L. Van Beethoven John Peel ........ Mark Andrews Autumn Sunset ....... HI. Goring In Flanders Fields ....... Royal Andrews Merwin Ye Banks and Braes o'Bonnie Doon ......... Mark Andrews Lassie O'Mine ... Edward J. Walt Recognition of Land. Edward Grieg ILaudamus ........... Franz ADJ | o Salutaris ........ Oh. Gonnod The March of The Three Kings .......... David Stanley Smith Lo, How a Rose e'er Bloming M. Praetorius Sing We Noel .... Harvey B. Gaul Gesu Bambino .... Pietro A. Ton When the Sun Had Sunk to Rest
 ............,... Henry Knight Sleep of the Child Jesus ..... ............ Charming Lefeture Morning ...... Ralph l.. Baldwin
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-12-09

lem Children" "The Problem Child at Home," 'The Problem Child at School" Modern Parents by Meyer; Concerning Parents" '"The Child in The Home."
 It was voted to extend to the Second Congregational church, the appreciation of the leaders of New Haven county and the Waterbury eLaders club for the use of the Second church.
 The Waterbury leaders present last evening were: Clyde Ferry. Joseph 'Geigle, George Hughs, Gus Schoek, Duke Meieski, Edward Kenny, Nicholas Orsini, Nicholas D'Aniello, Patrick Wallace. Thomas Healey, James Kelly, Silvio, Car osello, Anthony Worth, Domenic J. Tarulo, Joseph Carroll, Calvin Teller, John Mulhern, Rollin E.. Clarke, Theodore Leidlich, John T. zwick. and City Boys Director Bill Briggs,
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-12-09

A thorough check has been orr dered by pr E. J. Godfrey, health officer, on all Waterbury schools to determine whether there are any children attending who have not been .vaccinated. He also urged parents not to allow their young sters to visit in Bridgeport where there is smallpox epidemic and discouraged the visiting of rela- tives from Bridgeport as this might be the method of carrying the dis ease to this city.
 The results of the check have been very gratifying, said Dr God. frey, and shows that very few Wa terbury school children are not immunized against this disease. However, every precaution is to be taken in an effort to keep Water
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-12-09

Spallone was placed on probation for sixty days. An argument over unpaid bills resulted in his alleged actions of striking his wife.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-12-09

Retail book prices in Germany have dropped 20 per cent since 1929.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-12-09
Smallpox h Park City Moves Health
 Officer To Action
Urges Parents to Keep Youngsters From Visiting Bridgeport and Discourages Trips By Bridge porters With Friends in This City-Checks Vac- cinatiOns Here

bury entirely clear from this very dangerous disease.
 The fact that 1t is communicable .necessitates careful watching on the part of health officials. Bridge port is in the midst of an epidemic and the last state health report shows about thirty cases.
 Vaccinations are now going on at the City Hall each Thursday af- ternoon and in the pre-school clinics. Dr Godfrey stated that parents are warned to have their children vaccinated as the result of the check. This Is compulsory by state law and city ordinance.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-12-09
TO Raise Funds
 for the Child
Card Party in Odd E I0Ss Hall Friday After
 noon

A card party Friday akkeruo0l, from 2 to in odd FelloMe' hali on North Main street will turn its profits over to the Community Gen. ter. housing Waterbury children. Reservations can be made by caiI- ing members of the committees ar at the hall the afternoon of ti3e games. There will be q prize at every table. Bridge. pinocl1Ie and whist will be played.
 The committee in charge consi8tb of Mrs s. Blatherwick, Mrs Wti- liam Clarke, Mrs Thomas MatHni Mrs Maton, Mrs Ida BirdsaIl and Mrs J. Kenney.
 Thirty-seven Waterbury children are at the center and $3,600s fs needed to meet the expense during the coming year.
 The Community Center Is doing great humanitarian job and its is hoped that Waterburians will soon meet the quota.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-12-09
WASHINGTON PARK
 COMMUNITY CLUB

Plans are perfected for an in- teresting meeting of the Washing ton Park Community club in Null cahy school tomorrow night. The principal numbers include an ad- dress on the city parks by Attor- ney Thomas F. Moore and selec- tfons by members of the Pearl Street Neighborhood House.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-12-09
Dr. J. J. Bergen New Member of Dental Society

Members of the Waterbury Den- tai society were addressed last night by pr. Richard B. Smith .oi Harvard Dental school. The meet ing was held at the Elton. The speaker discussed Mouth Diag- nosis and Preparation for Crown and Bridge Work Dr. l.. Ftnkel. stein presided at the meeting and pr. J. J. Berger was elected member of the society.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-12-09
To Greet the
 Campaigners Backers of Prohibition to Be Given Reception
 in Waterbury


 Herbert s. Smith chairman of the local committee in charge of arrangements for the visit of the allied campaigners for prohibition Jan and 3 has called a meeting of his committee at the YMCA at 5:16 today. In addition to Chair man Smith the committee is made up as follows. Mrs Allan Upton, Frank J. Edbe, Rev Oscar Locke, William G. Green, Rev Joseph O.. Todd. Miss Lois Beach, Clifford H. Mallette, Mrs George Futile, Mrs Henry Preusser, Joseph E. Nelly. Mrs s. C.. Logue, Mrs Willard Sel- leck. Mrs W. T. Leggett. Mrs Clay ton Carpenter, Mrs Edward Seaver, Leonard Soley, J. P. Putnam, Irv- ing Akins. William F. Briggs, Miss Estelle Miller, Miss Virginia Worth. and Arthur L. Purinton.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-02-28
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The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-02-28
STACK FAR AHEAD
 IN SKATES DERBY
Takes First in 44O-Yard and Three-Q Quarter Mile Event to Lead Nearest Rival By 30 Points

Chicago, Feb 28-UP)-Frank Stack, Chicago, was 30 points ahead of his nearest opponent today in standings of the mems senior divi- sion of the North American indoor skating championships being held at Chicago stadium,
 Stack scored firsts in both the 440 yard and three-fourths mile races last night in competition before a est skaters in the United States and Canada. Final events will be run to- night.
 Three worlds records were broken.
 Edie Stundl, Chicago, outdoor Cam adian and North American cham pion, broke the half mile indoor record in qualifying heat. Elsie Muller, New York, broke the worlds record for three-fourths mile and Richard Smythe, Detroit. broke the record for two miles, skating the dis tance in 6:50 to better the old mark of 7:O5 held by Hermand Sind of St Louis.
 Ross Robinson, Toronto, one of the favorites. failed to place.
 Melvin Johnson, Detroit, took run nerup position in the mems senior division with 30 points.
 In the women's division, Dorothy Franey, of St Paul, I1lizab beth Dubois of Chicago, Helen Bina of Chicago, and Elsie Muller of New York were tied for first with 30 points each.
 A crash into the boards on the final lap prevented Stack from pIac- ing in the two mile event. Eddie Wedge. Detroit, also had bad luck in this event. being disqualified for cutting on turn. He had finished second.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-02-28
HOPEVILLE, HILLS
 HOOP FEATURE OF
 CITY LOOP SUNDAY
Bitter Rivals Meet in Main Game at Eagle Hall- Emerald -Tiremen in Opener

City Amateur League basketball fans have something real nice to look at tomorrow in the way of hoop entertainment. It's Hopeville and the Hills, the main go at Eagles hall and a contest which should rival the World war for action, sensation al shooting, and Sing Sing guarding. The game is one of two billed for the afternoon, and the Speedboy and Washington Hill contingents will be out in full force. Naugatuck's Elm eralds and the Al Tire combine meet in the first game of the day start ing at 2:30 o'clock
 GOING STRONG
 The sensational comeback of the Hills, after one of the worst starts in their clubs history is the talk of the league right now. On successive Sundays they hung defeats on the Naugatuck Emeralds and Sacred Hearts that were among the highest scores listed this season. A win over Hopeville tomorrow will put them in excellent position to fight for the second round championship and a play-off with the undefeated Brook 1yn A. c. crew which is one of the best teams in years.
 DANGEROUS AIS
 NduSdtuck may HOL nave an easy time with the Tiremen for when the North Enders are clicking, they are very hard to head off. Even the league leading Brooklyn crew found that out one Sunday, only spurt at the right time saving the game for them. after being behind eight points at half time. A record crowd will probably sit in on the Hopeville- Hill scramble. John Cluney will ref cree both games.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-02-28

The end of the fight came in the Garden last night after minutes and seconds of the fourth round. The knockout, if it was one, was as suspicious looking as were the events that led up to it. Indeed, so pe- culiar were Tuttles' ring tactics, that John J. Phelan, New York state boxing commissioner, and Bert Stand, executive secretary of the commission, ordered the purses of both boxers be held up.
 Tut in Hospital.
 To complicate matters further, Tut was in Polyclinic hospital where he was being investigated against a possible appendocumy. The whole business might easily be considered just plain too bad for the sport of boxing which is struggling to regain portion of it's former prestige and to regain popularity now enjoyed by wrestling and hockey.
 A crowd of 15,0OO, the largest at- tendance at Madison Square Garden in months. had turned out for what had promised to be a grand scrap, The customers were attracted be- cause of the recent 34-second knock out scored by Tut over Petrolle.
 Sixth Meeting.
 Last nights bout marked the sixth meeting of Petrolle and Tut and Petrolle is credited with three yic- tories. the first two and the sixth.
 While the last renewal of the Pe- trolle-Tut series had some of the ear marks of a "barney" some boxing writers believed that it was 'just one of those things" and that there was no pre-fight conniving.
 Tut Starts We'll
 Tut got off to great start last night. He won the first round with ease, rocking Petrolle several times with wild rights swung from the floor. In the second round, however. the tide turned toward Petrolle. He scored f.atherweight tap on the chin and Tut, after moments hesitation dropped to knee for a nine count. From that time on Tut led almost none of all and offered scarcely any protection to the in- sistent hammering of the so-called Fargo Express
 At one time in the fourth round Tut stood in a neutral corner, his guard completely down. Petrolle did not score at that moment but q few seconds later sncaked over a right to the chin. Tut fell flat on his back and after the count was complete was assisted to his corned by Pe- trolle and the Kings handlers.
 PTOJc Bout
 The fight will be gone over with one of those commission fine combs at it's next meeting on Tuesday. If 1t develops that Tut is ill with ap- pendicitis the situation will be somewhat .ess tense. A cursory ex- animation made by Dr William Walker. the commission physician, failed to disclose any evidence of appendicitis.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-02-28

If Wilby wins, the Naugy team will have to be content with being a co-title holder. The contest should be one of the best schoolboy court duels of the season as both squads are going on high"
 Only One Defeat.
 s Ansonia, fourth or fifth in the league standing has been the only outfit to put Naugatuck in the shade this season. Bridgeport Harding IS credited with a forfeit game, which was never finished. Wilby has been beaten three times, one of the losses coming from Lyman Hall in the first league game of the season. In to- nights game, Naugatuck cannot lose the title, while the best Wilby can do is tie for it.
 Both teams, of course have their plans for the Yale tournament next month. Unquestionably, Naugy has been under real strain keeping at the top of the pack all season, but should go far in tournament play, unless the boys go stale altogether, which is quite possible. Wilby s tournament play has always been strong and win over Naugatuck to- night might give the local boys just the last bit of confidence they need to sail through the Yale play unde- feated. Stranger things have hap pened.
 Full House?
 Public interest seems to be at high pitch for this evenings encounter according to reports on sale of tickets which has been going on for the past several days at Wilby high school. Coach Jim Lee is optimistic both on the size of the crowd and the result of the game which is a novel sign. The prelim at 7:30 will feature reserve material of the two schools and is quite apt to rival the main go for thrills, which is usually the rule rather than the exception.
 What Will They Do?
 Individually, we look for Tracy and Dwyer to play bang-up game. The rangy pivot man of the Lee tribe has plenty of speed and plays as though he does some thinking about his job and should outrun and outshoot the cumbersome Schaeffer who will probably be pitted against him. Dwyer will have his hands full guarding Balinsky and possibly will score very little, but has chance to turn in great floor game. Balin- sky can be held scoreless as an An sonia high guard proved. and Dwyer, when he's on his toes, is quite capa- ble of the job, if Bubbles" does not have too much luck with his long shots. Naugy's offense is its defense and with the forwards and center halted, Wilby should win. Halting them, though is the big job.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-02-28
BEGNAL WINNER

Willie Carroll's Begnal grammar school array easily trounced the Bar nard school five in the semi-finals of the Brooklyn "Y" midget basket ball tournament last night, and earned the right to meet the Duggan school quintet in the finals this af- ternoon at o'clock. George "Toots" McNamara has been selected to referee the game.
 Daddy" StanGo, Fora and Bellucci were the big point getters for the Bengal quintet last night, accounted for 26 of the winning teams 36 points. The final score was 37 to 3. while at half time, Begnal led II to l, and they were never threat ened throughout the game.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-02-28
Kelly's Elves
 Plays Sunday

Jack kelly's Lithuanian Lads arc scheduled for busy week end. To- rnorrow the junior and senior teams will go to Torrington to play the St Josephs Big and Little lives. The first game is scheduled to start at 2:30 with the main attraction at 3:30.
 Tonight at the Boys club the Brooklyn five will get into action against the Boys club team.
 Included in the local lineup will be Jack Kelley at center, Ed Rice, Spike Balanda, klish, Zenaitis, Zubras, W. Stankus, Burke, C. Balanda and Johnnie Stankus.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-02-28
INDIANA TRACK
 TEAM PROMISING

Evanston, III, Feb 28.-(CP)- In diana's track team became prom jnent contender for the Big Ten in door championship at Madison next week by winning the quadranGular meet with Minnesota, Northwestern and Purdue here last night.
 The IIoosIers plled up o1 3-i points with first places in six of the nine events. Minnesota was second with 29 points. Northwestern third with 23 1-2 and Purdue fourth with 16 3-4.
 Jim Hatfield, Indiana's crack hurdler, was high point man with first place in both the low ana hlgh hurdles for ten points.
 Betty Robinson. Olympic 100- metre champion and Northwestern coed. ran an exhibition 22O-yard dash in 27 seconds, considered good time on the slow, two-turn track.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-02-28
POST FORFEIT

Chicago, February 28 - (UP)- A forfeit of 5000 has been posted with President John V. Clinnin, guaranteeing that the Max Schmel- ing Young Stribling heavyweight match will be held in National Boxing Association state. it was an- nounced today. Detroit, Jersey City. Cleveland and Chicago. all in N. B. A. territory, are the leading bidders for the title bout. According to the terms of the contract, the place will be named 90 days before the con- test which is expected to make the naming of the site fall on March
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-02-28
COCHRAN LEADS
 BILLIARD PLAYERS

New York, Feb 2S.-UP)-Wel- ker Cochran of California, with five victories and no defeats to-day con- tinued to hold the lead in the in- ternational 1S.2 balk line billiard tournament. Cochrane scored win No last night, defeating Eric flag enlacher of Germany, 400 to 147 in seven innings. Hagenlacher has yet to win q match.
 In the afternoon game Willie Hoppe of Kew York, scored his 4th victory. defeating Kinrey Matsuyam of Japan. 400 to 366 in 27 innings.
 Standing of the players follow:
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-02-28
MARRIED VS SINGLE MEN.

End Bearcats club will bowl the Single Men at the Grand Alleys to- morrow afternoon in the match of the century. The Married Men will have in their lineup Ted Santoro, Marty M:nello, F'ibo Guarini, Joe Tropasso, Rebel Yavecchia, Musty Guerrero. Chick Micale, Keep Coor Guzzardi, while the Single Men are Tony Biancardi, Patsy Mack Zaccaria, Pal Farino, Rudy Zappona, Noisy Cipriano, Battleship Guzzardi, Jackie Pitdmonte, Salvatore Zap- pula
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-02-28
Crosby Trims
 Gilbert High

Crosby High school ended its basketball season last night at Winsted with an easy 44-1S win over Gilbert High. The game was played at Winsted and the local five's leld was never threatened at any point of the a1me. Leading 17-7 at the intermission the Blue and White bombarded the basket in the second half to more than double their score. Alderson was high scorer with eleven points.
 The Gilbert girls scored onc- sided victory over the Crosby maid- ems in the preliminary 33-19.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-02-28

Monte Carlo, February 28 = (UP) - The obscure Hungarian team of Kehrling and Gabrovitz was the talk of Riviera tennis circles today as result of their victory yesterday over the noted French pair. Henri Cochet and Christian Boussus. in a semi final match of the tournament for the Butler trophy. The Hun garians playing beautifully, won by the scores of 6-4, 2-6, 7-5, 1-6, 6-2.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-02-28
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CLOCK TEAMS PLAY.

The Waterbury Clock basketball team will play return engagement with the Ingraham Clock five of Bristol tonight at the Central "Y." In the preliminary game the Scovill maidens will meet the St Stanislaus girls of New Haven. The first game is scheduled to start at o'clock.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-02-28
CARDlNALSPROVE EASY FOR PUTSICS
Friars Score 33=l4 Win Over Washington Hill HOOpmen Winners 18th Triumph

The Rustic Friars annexed an easy 33-14 win over Bill Gaughan's Washington Hill Cardinals at the Centray Y gym last night. It was the Friar's fifth straigh win and their 18th in 26 starts. Ray Snyder led the attack on the Cards with seven field goals.