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The Waterbury Democrat., 1934-01-02
Nelu Year Started M
 VeryJoyous Manner
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Second Congregational church. Mount Olive A. M. F. Zion church and the Salvation Army citadel.
 Two babies were born in Water bury on the first day of the new year. A son was born to Mark F. and Catherine Doran of PIP Frost road. He arrived at 2:30, O clock in the morning. The second 'youngster was born at 9:45 o'clock in the morning. the proud parents beins Frank and Mary Mazza,uppa of 59 Ward strete.
 The theaters were crowded to capacity for the special midnight shows. It is estimated that in all about 12,000 persons crowded into joy the special programs. The weather, while wet, was warm and was a "break" for motorists who stayed out late at inns and hotels welcoming in the new year. The and busses running until after 2 o'clock in the morning to accom- modate the show crowds.
 Crowds Went to Church
 The streets of the city were well filled yesterday morning as thousands attended church ser vices. The sun was out part of the time and the temperature was high completely opposite to the sub-zero weather that was gone through during the preceding few days. Throughout yesterday the Wat erbury Women's club observed "open house." The club rooms were appropriately decorated. Miss Edith Camp was incharg 9 of the affair and Miss Kae Hotchkiss en- tertained with vocal numbers. Tea was poured by Mrs Whitman Bow CTS, Mrs Frank Squires, Mrs Rob- ert Walker and Mrs Frederick Peasley.
 The Intercollegiate club conduct ed tea dance yesterday from 4 to o'clock at The Elton. The host esses were Margaret Guilfoile Mary McGrath and Mary Jones Walter Monagan, was chairman o1 the social committee.
 All Waterburians were back tC business today with the holidays over and lot of work ahead. The children were back at their desks in school, also.
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This department is to be compli- mented upon it's excellent record. while the superintendent, Thomas J. Condon, in his first year in that important position, has proved himself a most valuable public servant.
 Streets, Sewers, and Water
 'Without attempting a detailed discussion of the years work of the departm ents, I wish to mention a few of their most important oper- ations.
 Brook street was paved, with concrete sidewalks and curbing. This necessitated rebuilding of the channel of Great Brook at the southerly end of this street. This difficult and necessary work, de- ferred for various reasons for many years, has finally been completed in a permanent manner.
 "Liberty street from NH street to Baldwin street was paved. with new curbing and asphalt sidewalks.
 Cooke street. from Pennington avenue to Leffingwell avenue, was paved after necessary storm water drains were installed.
 Watertown avenue, from Rob- bins street to Bunker Hill avenue, was resurfaced after storm water drains had been installed.
 " A work of major importance has been started on Thomaston avenue. This will entail a great amount of sewer and water con- struction, as well as the complete paving of this street in Watervllle. As the state is to reconstruct the lower part of this street, the work vii shortly result in modern traffic artery from West Main street through Waterville. Numerous. repairs to sidewalks, bridges, gutters and curbing have been made.
 "The practice of oiling streets has been continued, experience having shown the value of this method of protection.
 "In addition, this department has at various times conducted checks upon traffic at many points | of the city.
 After fourteen years of work. i the Shepaug dam has reached a stage of practical completion, and | is now in operation. This will place our city in command of an unlim- ited supply of water for many years to come, and is an achieve ment worthy of more than passing mention.
 Police and Fire
 "These departments have main- tained their high standard of eff ciency during the past year, with all other than absolutely neces- sary expenses eliminated.
 "The value of the motor patrol has again been demonstrated. and the fact that these cars have cov- cred about 1S0,000 miles during the past year is ample evidence of the necessity for this rapid and
The Waterbury Democrat., 1934-01-02

During the past few years, 1t has become a vitally important prob- lem requiring constant vigilance. That Waterbury has met every fi- nancial obligation in full and on time; that our credit standing in financial circles has not only been maintained but substantially inn proved; and that our tax rate has been lowered during each of the past four years, are eloquent testi- monials of the competence with which this important phase of our municipal government has been managed. ..t
 During 1893. which was, as we have reason to believe. the peak of the depression, we reduced our bonded indebtedness by $417,000. As 1t happened that the maximum required for reduction of bonded debt was reached this year. it semed advisable to secure author ity from the general assembly to defer a portion of this load so as to equalize the burden over a longer period. Such sanction was readily granted, with the result that, while we actually paid off $917,000, we refunded $500.000. by means of q new bond issue, which made the net reduction, as stated above $417.000.
 "In the past year, two more of our Outside Districts have consoli- dated with the city. While this necessitatcs great amount of clerical work in the offices of the comptroller and tax collector, as well as the assumption of whatever floating debt these districts have carried, it is satisfying to think that this obsolete form of dual government is rapidly passing into history, as there is but one district still remaining outside.
 "In making up the budget for 1884, it was provided that 5 per cent of the 20 per cent reduction in salary of all city employees should be restored. In view of tho cheerful manner in which every city employc had accepted the necessary loss of revenue, the re- storation of part of 1t is most grati- flying.
 "In addition a reserve for un- collected taxes has been set up which is far greater than in any previous year.
 Again, we had to face a reduc- tion in the Grand List of over seven million dollars (principally due to lower factory inventories).
 "In spite of such adverse condi- tlons, it has been possible still to reduce the tax rate for 1894 by one quarter of mill. I regard this a4 a remarkable accomplishment as
The Waterbury Democrat., 1934-01-02
City Passes Perilous Period Says Hayes in Inaugural

modern method of patroIIing dis tricts where tho old system might fail to provide sufficient police pro- tection.
 ''We were fortunate in having no fires of particularly great damage during 1888. For this condition, some of the credit is due to the method of periodic inspection or buildings and the prompt removal of fire hazards where they are found to exist.
 "In this connection, would ask that you give serious consid deration to the recomm endations in the an- nual report of the fire marshal This office is charged with the pre- vention of fire risks, and full COG operation should be given where practicable.
 "I feel warranted in saying that the course which we determined four years ago, that of rigid econ omy as far as it was consistent with efficient administration. has been amply justified.
 "At that time, we had just .en-i tered upon the war against depres-i sion. That war has continued ever since, and while we have reason to | believe that the worst has passed and that victory Is in sight, there | must be no turning aside until the, battle has been finally and defin- iteIy won. Such policy has of necessity eliminated from our pro. gram all interests aside from the | principal one. There are many | things which we would like to do. | all of which would contribute in some degree to the comfort and welfare of our citizens. But they must await the final decision of the struggle in which we, in common
 with the rest of the world, are still engaged.
 eve hear, from time to time, | complaints as to the plight In which Waterbury has been during this trying period. Unfortunately. such criticism is apt to come from those whose efforts should proper ly be directed toward building up,
 rather than tearing down, the
 work of those who have been and still are, doing the best they can in l the task in which they are engag-
 ed. For, after all, no one can do
 more than give his best to his
 work, and that is all we have done, or can hope to do. A comparison of
 Waterbury's record with that of
 many other cities should not give
 reason for shame or apology to
 any of our citizens. We have no
 apologies to offer and can only promise to continue what we have
 done in the past, to give the best
 that we have to the work of keep
 ing our city decent and fit place in which to live.
 "To you, and to all who have
 been associated with me in this
 work, extend my heartfelt
 thanks. I trust that theSNew Year
 may bring to you all a full share of health and happiness"
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terest first and taxes second, whereas the process should be re- verscd. I think that sentiment is rapidly indicating that the muni- cipality should make every effort it can to collect it's taxes which are primary charges against the pro- perty."
 'T am in complete agreement with this statement, because I feel that in many Instances our desire to be lenient has been misunder- stood. The practice of allowing
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(Continued from Page 1) of what can happen to water pipes when the temperature goes on a rampage as was the case Friday and Saturday nights.
 Regardless of the effort made to cope with the situation. 1t took some time to get around to the great number of complaints, and during the waiting period many found it necessary to move about in the cellar with hip boots, mak- ing an effort to save things that could be damaged by the rush of water.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1934-01-02

Some criticism has been made of the limited supply of text books provided for the schools. This con- dition will be remedied by the in- creased appropriation in the 1884 budget for this item.
 "Education is regarded by the state as a state function. The re- quirements laid down by the state are increasingly rigid and require added expense upon the cities. In spite of this, the percentage of ex- pense borne by the state has de- creased from 15.77 per cent in 1910 to 6.43 per cent in 1892. In other words, tho current expenses for all cities and towns are seven times as great as in 1910, but the state sup port for schools has declined 60 per cent.
 "Under such difficult conditions, our school department has carried on it's work with a maximum of cfficiency and at a minimum cost.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1934-01-02
ound, so firm, so fully packed

for perfect smoking. Only the center leaves are usedin making Luckies-so round, so firm, SO fully packed free from loose ends that spill out, that cling to lips. Is it any wonder Luckies are mild and smooth! And re. member, "Its toasted" "--for throat atrrotection-for finer taste.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1934-01-02

Oneveryine tobacco plant there are only a few leaves that we buy
 for Lucky Strike. Not the top leaves-because they are under developed. Nottheb ebottomleaves because those are inferior in quality. Weselect only center leaves--because the center leaves are the mildest and fully ripe
The Waterbury Democrat., 1934-01-02
FROST DID BIG
 DAMAGE IN CITY

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The Waterbury Democrat., 1934-01-02
MAYOR HAYES
 EINAUCURATED

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found lacking in any way. and that much of the credit for our excel lent health conditions is due to the conscientious manner in which they have carried on their difficult work of disease prevention. re- commend that you give your care full consideration to the ordinances proposed by the health officer in his annual report for 1883.
 Education
 "Our public school system may be regarded as the most important unit in Municipal operation. It re- quires over one third of the total expenditures of the city. It em- braces three high schools, one Con- tinuation school and thirty-four elementary schools. The education of nearly 17,0O0 children requires a force of nearly 800 employees. Therefore. commend to. your par ticular attention the annual report of the superintendent of schools. It not only contains information of great value, but is written in 8 most interesting style.
 "I call your attention to a few of the notable accomplishments of the past year:
 1. There has been a reduc-
 tion of 32 in the teaching
 staff without discharging a
 single teacher. This has re-
 suited in saving in sal-
 aries of approximately
 $6O,000.
 2. Double session classes
 have been reduced from
 26 to 6.
 3. Per capita cost has been
 reduced II per cent in ele-
 mentary schools, 20 per
 cent in secondary schools,
 and 12.9 per cent in all
 schools.
 4. School population Is de-
 clining in elementary
 schools, with the high
 school peak apparently
 reached if employment
 conditions improve.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1934-08-02

holes last Monday, Clare has won over any and all opposition, just about as he pleased, while Round rolled into the final picture by vir- tue of two and 4 victories over Bobby Grant of Wethersfield and Dow Ahearn of Willimantic, two of Connecticut's "big three" of golf dom. Yesterday Round had his toughest match of the tournament, just winning over John Boyd of Maine by one up margin, but Grant and Ahearn were subdued with surprising ease.
 Took 1t Easy
 Clare walked through and 5 victory over l.. K. Ives of Hart ford yesterday morning and then beat Frank Doyle, the Holy Cross collegian, and ? yesterday after noon, Doyle winning but one hole of the IA played. Due to his class over the Waterbury course, where he has set two course records since last summer, Clare was favored to win the New England title, but Rounds spectacular play of the past two days was figured able to force Clare to new high in local golf circles and possibly create a ding dong match the second eight cen of which were set for 2:3O o'clock this afternoon.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1934-08-02
CITY LOOP STARS MEET COLLEGIANS
 AT H. P. TONIGHT
Proceeds Go to Riddles Fund at Playground;
 Teams Tie Last Week

Tonight at Hamilton park the strong Bloomfield Collegians of St
 Thomas Seminary fulfill a return engagement with the City League
 All Stars at 6 o'clock. The pro- ceeds of the benefit contest ar- ranged by Supervisor Thomas Dwy- CT of the park playground will be used for the kiddieS O fthe east end recI cation center In last weeks encounter the Collegians presented a hard hitting outfit when they bat tied the Stars to 3-3 deadlock in a six inning game. Ed Hennessey who assumed the pitching duties Of the All Stars was nicked for nine bingles and fine fielding by the local outfit prevented the Bloomfield boys from coming out on top. Lefty O'Dea, stellar southpaw finger. will again be in the box for the Colleg- ions and if his performance to- night equals last weeks the All Stars are in for miserable even ing as far as base hits are con cerned. O'Dea will have as bat lanova athlete. Ed Lahey, whose work behind the bat elicited much favorable comment from the fans III iiiO hiob SoiilS' iiN of the Collegians lineup includes the Filip brothers, Joe, John and Maurice Sullivan, Rubber" Kelly and Frank Kelly, Don Driscoll, Pug" Dooley. Jim O'Brien, Lenny Goode and young Bus Holly. Ed die Hennessey is expected to twirl for the All Stars in an endeavor to register victory over the Bloom field boys with Frankie Berardi and Pat Quilter available for relief du- ty. The backstopping will be in the capable hands of Johnny Ho- ben or Everett Murphy. The fol- lowing players will see service dur ing evening for the All Stars, Ed die Ragis, Dan Briotti. Fay Vincent, George Mulligan, Bob GreatoreX, Larry Mullen, Jimmy Crichton, Ray Ahearn. Paul Doran, Harry Melvin, Happy" Shea, Herb Colby, Hank Gagain, Patty Fitzpatrick, Mickey Bowen, Ned Farley and Joe Jan netty. Bill Cleary and Leno Cos taldo, City League officials will han dle the umpiring duties, having do- mated their services to make the af- fair a success.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1934-08-02
NAUCY MERMEN
 IN STATE MEET
Y Splashers Enter A. A. U. Outdoor Events at Man=
 chester Sunday

Naugatuck, Aug. 2-Several mem bers of the Naugatuck Y. M. c. A. swimming team will participate in the Globe Hollow Aquatic meet at Manchester on Sunday. August 5th, This will be a Connecticut A. A. U, outdoor swimming championship event and is being sporsored by the Recreation centers of Manchester
 The local swimmers have enter ed as follows: Alex Sullivan-1OO yard free style and mile, James Farrar-100 yard free style and 5 mile, Edmund Poscavage-5O yard back stroke and mile, Rob ert Curran-100 yard free style and 5 mile, Albert Enamait-50 yard breast stroke and mile, Armand Fratesi-100 yard free style and D mile, John Daikas-10O yard free style and mile, Daniel Rado 100 yard free style and , mile, John Cheplick-50 yard back stroke and mile, Henry Grieder-Men's high board diving.
 Suitable prizes will be awarded for the first 3 places in each event. Three beautiful loving cups will be awarded in the 5 mile marathon swim.
 Next Thursday the Naugatuck Y. M c. A. senior camp at Ban tam Lake will be open to the mem- bers of the Ladies gym and swim ming classes. This will be an all day affair and will include swim ming, games. and basket lunch
 These outings help to keep the group together during the summer months. Fritz Klambt attends the various outdoor socials and is in charge of the activities.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1934-08-02
TODANS SPORT APAEADE. kaAfA,Ah4|AWaD
By HENRY McLEMORE limited Press Staff Correspondent

London, Aug 2- (UP) = \ sportswriter's jumbled recollec- tions after three months follow ing the sports wheel in England
 Gus Moreland, the Texas golfer, driving a thousand and one golf balls at sea gulls coming over, without once being "feather-h1gh This same Moreland insist ing on sleeping with the driver he used shooting 72 the first time around St Andrews The cheer that went up from the ex- pensive seats at Wimbledon when Sidney Wood double faulted in his match with Perry
 Bicycle racing at Sir Malcolm Campbell's at which Britain's fin- est racing drivers competed :. Two men who had just completed racing five hundred miles without injury fell and required medical attention sarah Palfrey, who by her girlish charm so completely captivated the Wimbledon crowd that they were pulling for her to defeat Dorothy Round in the Wightman cup play.
 Johnny Goodman's classic rem dition of "The Man on the Flying Trapeze" after his defeat in the British amateur Lawson Little's unbelievable play in that tournament A young Cali fornian was so hot he made Prest- wick, one of the toughest courses in the world, seem as simple as d putting green Queen Mary's inability to find seat that suited her in the royal box at the Wight man cup matches .. She changed seats half dozen times, and each time play was suspended as the crowd rose while she switched chairs :.
 Gracious treatment of the press at Prestwick To be near the place reporters were obliged 10 join the club for a week, and off cials made it plain journalists were to use the back or trades mans entrance F.. George Lott'S bowler hat, and his piercing cry of "Bew-d -ful!' whenever a team mate made good shot in Davis cup matches Horror of St Andrews Authorities when a cer- tain reporter used a number four iron off the starting tee.
 The Prince of Wales ,charmins language when he slipped at Prestwick and sat down on 3
The Waterbury Democrat., 1934-08-02

If the average golfer would pay as much attention to improving his putting as he does the other departments, he would soon cut his score. Thu
 Tn putting, it is best to stahd comfortably. we'll over the ball with slight bend in the knees The left leg bears little more of the weight than the right.
 Don't crouch so that the shaft of the butter jams into your stomach.
 Study the roll of the green and concentrate. Then, when the hole has been sighted. keep the eye on the ball and stroke the putt.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1934-08-02
STRONG FIELD IN
 GOLF PLAY FOR CANADIAN GROWN

Toronto, Ont, Aug 2.-(UP)- The largest field in the history of the Canadian open, numbering nearly 200 entries, teed off today in the three-day classic. third among world golfing tournaments.
 The powerful array of American pros who played at Buffalo last week swung into action here. seek ing the crown that for the past 20 years has been carried to the United States.
 Joe Kirkwood. trick-shot artist who won the title last year will not defend. The only other impor- tant absentees were Paul Runyan, newly crowned P. G. A. champion and Craig Wood of Deal. \. J.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1934-08-02
LONDOS, GEORGE
 STILL ALL EVEN
 IN TITLE" CHASE
Two Kings of the Meet Still on Sport Throne
 After Pair of Struggles

Buffalo, N. Y., Aug 2-(UP)- Rival claims to the heavyweight wrestling title of Jim Londos O. Greece, recognized in New York, and Don George, choice of several other states, remained unsettled today following their second straight draw bout last night.
 In Boston, they grappled three hours. Last night George held the upper hand for the early part O. the bout, but Londos was throwlnS him to the canvas repeatedly In the closing minutes. They grappled tor an hour and half, and the bou' was called off.
 Everett Marshall of La Junta, Colorado. threw Pat O'Hara of Boston in the semi-final.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1934-08-02
Clerks Clip Main
 Office Outfit

The Clerks rallied in the seventh frame to defeat the Main Office nine 9-S in a Scovill league en- counter at Hamilton Park last night. Tadesco featured on the mound for the winners while Chersulo provided the fielding fea- lures. Hart drove pair of three baggers for the losers. The score; :; Main Office ..111 203 0-8 II 2 Clerks ..... .112 100 Az 9 1
 Batteries: Tadesco and Shea j; Dunn and Gleason.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1934-08-02
CAMPBELL AND GORDON PUBLIC LINKS FEATURES

Pittsburg, Pa, Aug 2.-UP)- Two of the best amateur golfers west of the Rockies teed off at South Park today in the feature match of the third round of the national public links tournament
 Scotty Campbell, 20, medalist, northwest and Canadian amateur champ, who lbreezed through two matches yesterday, found his severest test in Fred Gordon, Santa Monica, Southern California public links champion. @
The Waterbury Democrat., 1934-08-02
Egteen Year OZd Propidence Boy England 7le
Moore Thanks His Friends Through
 The Democrat

Through the medium of The Democrat. Joh hnny Moore wishes to thank his friends in Waterbury for the wonderful tribute paid him last Monday and Is also grateful to the city govern ment, business men and or ganizations who made per- sonal contributions to him. In a letter to the Democrat sports editor, he says. tho Phillies are still talking about the fine time they had in the Brass City and great turnout of fans at Hamilton Park. He is also writing the Elks, Foresters of America. New Departure Company and Connecticut Light and Pow CT company friends to thank them for their treatment of himself and teammates while in Waterbury this weeks.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1934-08-02
NEW HAVEN FAIRMONTS
 WANT LOCAL GAMES

The Fairmonts of New Haven are seeking games with local clubs. The Fairmonts have recently com pleted their schedule in the New Haven City Wide circuit and ase now anxious to book road games. They are open for engagements on the 5th and 18th of August. For further information write Manager Joseph Hurley at 396 Ferry street, New Haven or call 4-2170 between ' and 7:30 o'clock.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1934-08-02
LOUGHRAN LOSES

Freeport. l.. l., Aug 2.-(UP)- Tommy Loughran, the old maestro of boxing, faded before the rough hauling of Johnny Risko, veteran Clevelander, last night and drop ped a ten-round decision. Lough- ran weighed 1S2 S-4, Risko 195.
 Risko won six rounds, Tommy three and one was even. The judges decision was unanimous.