The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-06-10
NAUGATUCK
Warden Breaks Tie
 On Charities Job
Votes For Cross For Supt-Cut Salary of New Ap- p0intee For First Year

 After balloting again into a deadlock last night Warden Frank T. Green, chairman ex-officio of the board of charities, broke the tie that existed following the regular charities board meeting of Monday night on the appointment of a su- perintendent of charities for a two year term by voting for A. Barton Cross, former warden of the bor- ough who also held the superintend- ent of charities position before.
 At the adjourned meeting last nighe when balloting for a super intendent was resumed the result stood the same as at Monday nights meeting, MT Cross receiving three votes and Leo SCcully three. The same board members supporting the respective candidates, Robert Cleary, Mrs Della Johnson and George H. Waite for MT Cross, Frank w.. Eaton, Mrs Catherine Warner and Patrick Scully supporting MT Scul- ly.
 Tn casting his ballot for MT Cross Warden Green stated that Gin mak- ing an appointment to an appointive office it was difficult at times to pick the right man, but taking every- thing into consideration he felt sure that his choice would meet with the approval of the great majority of citizens at large" During the pres ent time while the country is in the midst of an economic depression, we must have the right man on the job. We are fortunate in having man in town who has had exper1- ence and the executive ability to handle the office efficiently. when cast my ballot for A. Barton Cross. I deem it a pleasure. The welfare of the town should be our first consideration and party nnes shrould not be considered serlously at the present time."
 Eaton Springs Surprise
 Frank w. Eaton. republican member of the board. started a heated discussion that kept the board in session for longer period than was expected when previous to the selection of & superintendent he moved that the salary of the ln- coming superintendent be maoe s1,80O instead of $2,000 ss received by Superintendent Johnson, retiring The motion was seconded by Patrick Scully. MT Eaton in making the motion ex- pressed the opinion that 8 new man starting on the job should not re- ceiye the same salary as a man who had been in the office for a long time. Mrs Della Johnson opposed the proposed cut on the grounds that it was an injustice and would result in injury to the department. George Waite stated that he would favor a reduction for 8 start put would not be in favor of having the salary set at that figure for two years. The tendency all along the line MT Waite stated is to reduce salaries. Many large concerns al- ready adopting cuts. Warden Frank T. Green was opposed to the cut. He stated he thought it would be step in the wrong direction. our is worth the salary previously paid if he Is capable. Prosperity cannot be hoped for ne said if we carry out practice or wage reductions. When put to motion the motion that would make the salary $1,S00 for the two years was lost, when put before the Doay' Robert Cleary, George H. Waite' MrsDelia Johnson and warden Green voting against 1t. MT Eaton then moved that the salary be mace s1.SOO for the first year ana tnis measure was carried, MT Waite voting for this measure with Ropert Cleary and Mrs Johnson voting making it a Az vote.
 Would Cut Up Farm
 Robert Cleary, member Of the board. offered a suggestion that the take a section of the town farm property in the Milville ave nue section and cut it into building lots and dispose of it. It was little used by the farm and he thought the borough would pront py tne sale. Warden Green stated that tnls was a matter that would have 10 De thoroughly before any action should be taken as there may be restrictions in the deed or the property. Warden Green reported that one of the projects considered by the unemployment fund or the borough was the extension or Mil vile avenue to Milville which would border the town farm property. AL some future time he said tnls worK may be done.
 Clerk Discussed
 MT Cleary inquired as to who had the appointing of the clerk or assist ant clerks in the superintendent or charities office. Warden Green stat ed that the superintendent Of the would take care or IL with the approval Of the board.
 MT Eaton asked warden Greeh if Andrew Kirk had not been ap- pointed clerk in the of1ce at ms The warden stated that he did not suggest MT klrK, put ne said he approved of him after he had been hired by the department 
 What disposal to make of the bal ance of s1,060.78 on hand of the money received from the state for aid in the employment of aliens was left to the board of warden ana burgesses for disposal.
 Chimney Fire
 Bremen at the Maple street nre house were called this morning about 9:3O o'clock to Crown street to exintgnuish a chimney fire in a house owned by the Union City Coal company. Chemicals were used to extinguish the fire.
 Death of Elizabeth Desmond
 Miss Elizabeth Desmond, weil- known resident of Naugatuck for many years died last evening at her home, 29O North Main street after being in failing health for a long time. The deceased was born in Portland, Conn, but came to the borough when a young girl and had resided her since that time. She was very we'll known and highly respect ed and news of her death while it was known that she had been i'll was received with sorrow. She Is survived by one brother. Cornelius Desmond, and several nleces and nephews. The funeral will be held from her