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The Washington times., 1934-09-05

report of the municipal court
committee, headed by Seton Darr,
which has done such effective
work in this connection. The Or
der reads:
Ordered, this 30 day of Aug
ust, 1884, that rule % of this
court be and the same is hereby
amended by striking out the
words except for the purpose OF
taking default judgments, or for
the purpose Of taking a cOntinu-
ance.'
"RuIe 23 as amended: No per-
son shall be permitted to appear
in a representative capacity in
any cause, or sign pleadings,
writs or other papers filed in
court, except he be a member
of the Bar of the District Of
Columbia"
Working with Mr.. Darr on the
committee, which has held numer.
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Friends of Randall Cation, able
and progressive Alexandria Bar
Association president, will be glad
to learn that he has virtually re-
covered from the severe append
citis attack he resently suffered.
At Belle Haven Country Club
Monday night on the occasion OF
a party for visiting dignitaries OF
the National Firemen's Conven-
ton, Mr.. Cation made his first
public appearance for several
weeks.
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Loot Till of $11
Before Customer

Israel Pomerantz told police
that while he was waiting on a
customer in his market, 1887 Nine
teenth St. N. w., last night, col
ored youth entered and pointed
pistol at him, two others rifled the
cash register, and the three fled
with $11. They overlooked another
$40 that he had just put in his
pocket, he said.
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tiveS W h e n l t
was announced
early this week
that an order,
effective Octo-
ber /, had been
pro m u lgated
which will pre-
clud e persons
not members Of
the local bar
from making
a p p earance IN
that court.
Such an order
was one of the
principal S u g.
peStionS in the
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POST-SEASON FETE

Business men and concession
aires at Colonial Beach, Va, will
sponsor a poSt-season Mardi Gras
to be held at the beach resort
Friday, Saturday and Sunday.
The event will be featured by
several contests, including a bath
ing beauty contest, swimming
races and others.
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is not so fortu-
nate.
Barely t W o
months ago the
National Fir E.
mems ASSocia-
tion decided to
hold its annual
c on v e n t / on
there and it was
t he 81 in g ! E.
handed efforts
of the Alexan-
dria Chamber
of ON m cree
and Fire Chief
James M. Dun
c o n t h a t
1..a,,nLk ~ about
The Washington times., 1934-09-05
DIR. CRAWFORD RITES

Funeral services for DR.. Eugene
L. Crawford. SO. former secretary
OF the Board Of Temperance of
the Methodist Episcopal Church
South, who died Saturday while
visiting friends at New Castle,
Del, were held yesterday at Clay
ton, Ala.
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care of my wife and four chill
dren."
Mr.. Holbrooks said the mill dis.
charged operatives Immediately
whenever it was discovered they
had Joined the textile union.
The mill in which he is EN-
ployed is a small one. Seventy Of
its hands are on duty, while
$50 others are striking.
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with the members

Gus conferences
Of the Munich
pal Court bench,
h e a d e d by
Judge George G.
Aukum, were:
Albert E. Stein
EN-, vice chair
man; A. Eugene
Beck, secretary,
and John j.
Carmody, John
R. Daily, Louis
o. Hodges, jr.,
Frank H. My
ers, Bernard 1.
Nordlinger and
Bernard G. OSt-
mann.
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BEET GROWS LONG

FAIRFIELD, Ia. 0N.S)-A
small beet in the Iowa drought
territory tried so hard to reach
water that it grew a root q inches
long.
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CHAMBER WINS
PRAISE |NF|RE
MEET WORK
BY DICK BAKER

Washington with its hundred
odd alive, active civic and busi-
ness organizations has always
aided the local Real Estate
Board in any enterprise intended
to show off the Capital City, but
the neighboring city of Alexandria
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BAR WINS ON COURT RULE

The District Bar Associations
Municipal Court Committee &C
complished one of its major objec-
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Low Pay Compelled
Action, Says Striker

What does the Southern textile
tDorker, striker and non,striker,
think OF the general strike? This
series OF short interviews is for
the purpose OF presenting their
UieUS.
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GREENVILLE, S. c., Sept. s
u.N.SO.-"I struck because my
low wages do not permit me to
give my family adequate care"
W. A. Holbrooks, a typical mill
worker employed at the Consetee
Mills, said that today in explain.
ing his reasons for leaving his
post at the looms. He added:
II was paid only $500 a
week and IS cents Of this
amount was deducted for house
rent. That amount won't take
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Eor!qooddigestion

there is nothing that can take the
place of your own gastric, digestive
secretions. Frequently, poor diges-
tion is due to lack of tone in the
stomach wallS-because of low blood
strength. S.S.S., the great, Scientif-
ically-tested medicine, is specially
designed to fill a two-fold purpose
in this respect it aids in Stimu-
lating the flow of natural stomach
Secretions y. and by building up
deficient red corpuscles, with their
hemo-glo-bin, it restores to a more
normal functioning the secretions
of the stomach digestive juices E.
so necessary for good digestion. This
double value of S.S.S. is important.
By all means try S.S.S. for bet
ter health and more happiness. Its
benefits are progressive . accumu-
lative -. and enduring. Unless your
case is exceptional, you should soon
enjoy inthe satisfaction of appe-
tizing food and good digestion 80.
sound sleep :. and renewed strength.
This is why many say "S.S.S.
makes you feel like yourself again."
The Waterbury Democrat., 1934-01-31
Russell School Honors Issued

The russell school honor roll for January includes the following names:
 Grade S--Dorothy Rcihl, 92; Barbara Holman, Y1; Lois Schnci- der, 90; Esther Ericson,. S9: Nancy Luddy, 89; Jessie Nutbrown, 87; Adam Mihailoff, 86; Frances Cooke, S6; John Maher, S5;, Olive Mey- CT, 85.
 Grade 7-Edmund Wolkowski 92; Mildred Lamphrier, 92; Elnore Phillips, 89; Alice Micle, 8S; Santa Clccarclia, S8; Josephine Zupnes 88; Doris Carey, 86; Frederick O'Rourke, 86; Doris Horton, S6; Elaine Hemengway, S5; Dorothy Alexander, S5; Anthony switz.
 Grade 6-Mildred Wylie, 33; Marion McNulty, 90: Jacquelinc Gobln, 89: Rudolph Reihl. 87; Van da Luko3ius, S7; Lucy Miele, 85; Katherine Hamm, S5.
 Grade 5--I,uth Stollar, 02; Or lando Clccarrelli. 91; Doris Rinal- di, 80; Jean MacGregor, 8s; Wini- fred Lovejoy. S6; Norma McVeigh, S6; Benjamin Dervis, 85.
 Grade 4-Harold Belanger, 94; Milton Beamon, 90: Edward Ono freo. S0; Harold Kalosky, 89; Will Ham Overton, 89; Berpice Foster, 80: Dorothy Kirchberger, 80; Shir- Icy Cole. S6; John Gray, 86; Edith Muchalight, SC; Peter Maros, SC; Teresa D'Amlco, SC: Margaret Ow- ems, S5; Dora Carosella, 85.
 Grade 3--Shirley Milutis, Ruth Dutil, Mary White, Marllyn Reihl, Margaret White, Muricl Ham monds. Gcnevieve Cesario. Priscilla Mary McGrath, Joan Vclte.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1934-01-31
Scout Committees
 To Meet Tomorrow

A report meeting will be held by the Boy and Girl Scout campaign meeting at The Elton tomorrow night. The drive will continue till Monday.
 Membership of the patrol cap- tained by John D. Thoms has just been announced by Arthur D. Marston. It includes J. Joseph Smith, Frederic c. Smedley, James F. Russell. Jr, Walter J. Lynch, Terence Carmody, Jr, and Walter w. Smyth.
 The Santa Maria Circle, Daugh- ters of Isabella will hold initiation for 75 members this evening at Hibernian hall. Miss Bea Shea, state Fegent, and the degree team will preside over the ceremonies.
 George Ranslow was host at a gathering held at his home recently for several of his friends. Games and dancing were enjoyed and re- treatments were served. Those att tending included William Knight, Mis- Gladys Martel, Joseph Adams, Miss Mary Martin, Frank Alban- ski, Miss Pauline Krowchiesko, Henry Lookis, Miss Elaine Back man, Francis Albert, Miss Mary Cronen, George Ranslow, Miss Har- riet Schoonmaker, Warren Went worth, Miss Eff Guida, Michael Guida, Miss Adeline Spadone, Francis Bouda, Miss Evelyn Whre- ckringe, Frank Anderson and Eve lyn Knight.
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returns heart, but declarer stays off until the third round and then wins with the ace. dlscarding Q small club from dummy. The diamond suit being the long est, it looks as though that is the suit to establish for tho needed trick; so tho declarer plays the deuce of diamonds.
 If West carelessly plays the ten, tho declarer will play the jack, lead the ace, dropping tho king, and the suit will be set on the third round with tho queen of diamonds. Declarer can get into the dummy with the king of spades and makes his contract.
 However, West has opportunity for neat bit of falao.eardlng. Ho should hop right in with the king of diam0ndh. Of course the dee cIarer will win tho trick with tho nGe, in dummy, hut it now looks AA though Hast must have hold four diamonds t0 tho ten - otherwise why did West gO in with the kingY
 So a small diamond ia returned from dummy and declareF illnesses tho Ilino, expecting West Co show out. Duf West wins tho trick with tho ten, cnahea hts king and ten Of hearts, and then leads q club, which East wins with the acc.
 Instead of making hla contract, tile aeeinfef ~ down twO tricks, Copyright fppt' MIA Service inel
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MICA Notes

Dr. James l.. Gregg will talk on Russia" at the lobby forum at the Central Y. NJ. C. A. tomorrow night. The talk will be illustrated by moving pictures which Dr. Gregg took during his visit in Rus sia last summer. Fred s. Smith will introduce Dr. Gregg and will have charge of the question period following tfc address.
 Resolved that Highway Bulle- tins Should Be Prohibited" is the question for debate Friday night of this week at the Y. M. C. A. The Cwoans club. who maintain the af- frmative side of the question will he represented by Fl Bcrnier and Bernard Simpson.
 Tho case for the negative lies in the hand of tho Beau Brummels and their speakers are Joseph Kushlis and Joseph Carroll. The debate vii be held in the Y lobby and will start at 500 o'clock.
 The question of race relation ships will be dealt with at the Sun day forum at the Y. M. C. A. Feb uary 4. Mrs Leila T. Alexander of the Pearl Street Neighborhood House will open the discussion with a talk entitled Wings and Sinews."
 Mankind has yet failed to solve this question of the intermingling of the races in any way comparn- ble with our Christian standards-- whether 1t be injustice to the Jews In Germany or to the colored citi- zens of our own U. $. A.. It Is a major question of the day and the forum committee looks forward to lively discussion.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1934-01-31
Rev Thomas Felfnaan
 Elected To Office

Rev Thomas Feltman, pastor of the Second Advent Christian church of th.s city, was chosen president of the Connecticut Advent Chris tian conference at it's quarterly ses- sion in Hartford yesterday. Rev W. c. Parmley was elected vice president. Rev John A. Nichols of Biddleford. Maine, editor of Young Pilgrim" was the principal speak CT at yesterdays session.
 Miss Arlene Quinn of Meriden road entertained recently in honor of her sister Miss Evelyn Quinn who is entering the Kings County School of Norsing tomorrow. Those attending were Misses Margaret Steinmetz, LeNenia Gillenhama Anna Blair, Margaret Davies, Jean Davies, Mary Dillon, Marie Para disc, Jean Kay. Rita Cronin, Pearl Hallock, Shirley Quinn, Arlene Quinn, Mrs A. Hardisty, Mrs Mar celia Burns, Mrs Thomas Quinn.
 There will be supper meeting of the Waterbury Chapter of the Alumnae of the College of St Elizabeth tomorrow evening at 6:15 o'clock at Mrs Gray's on Will low street. Miss Agnes Fitzpatrick will preside.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1934-01-31

Miss Sara Preston of Hartford has returned to her students at Simmons college In Boston after visiting with her uncle, T. J. Me Carthy of Laurel street.
 John Dillon, student at Holy Cross college, has been visiting his parents, Dr and Mrs J. II. Dillon of Chestnut avenue.
 Dr and Mrs Gilbert Kilduff of Newton terrace have been enter taining Mrs A. C. Price of New York city.
 Miss Barbara MacKeever of Montgomery street has returned from Stratford where she was the guest of her brother. Edward Mac keeVer and Mrs MacKeever.
 MT and Mrs Joseph Mosel and MT and Mrs William Schneider of Yonkers, N. r., have been visit ing Mir and Mrs Edward Mosel of Manor avenue.
 Frank Leary of Crown street has been visiting in New York with MT and Mrs Frank Jackson formerly of this city.
 MT and Mrs Miles W. Deane ot White Oak lane entertained at two tables of bridge at their home or Saturday evening for the benefit of Christ chapel. The guests includ- cd MT and Mrs Elton Alexander, MT and Mrs W. W. Leonard, MT and and Mrs George Williams. High score was made by Mrs Leon- and and Mir Alexander. Mrs Will Hams made low.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1934-01-31
Business And Professional
 Wonlen's Banquet Feb. I2
Annual Affair Will Be Held At Hotel Elton; Mise
 Emma H. Gunther Secured As Guest Speaker

in the form Of a birthday dinner and special efforts are being made by the committee in charge to have the affair one of the most gucceag- full to be given by the club. The officers of the club and cabinet members compose the arrange- ments committee.
 Miss Emma H. Gunther, a forms CT of the professional stan of Col- umbia university will be the guest speaker. She has travelled exten- sively in this country and abroad and will have as her topic, 'Let Us Be Gay, Whether in China Spain or Japan
 Greeting will be given by the past presidents of the club and g program of entertainment will be enjoyed. A trio of members, Misses Helen Webb, Bernice Harper and Margaret Tolman will render vO- cal selections and the newly formed dramatic group of the club will ale so entertain.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1934-01-31
ReserDe Officers Dance Nett Week
Committees For the Affair Are Completing Final
 Arrangements

Extensive plans are being made by the arrangement committees for the fifth annual dinner dance of the Waterbury Chapter of Reserve Officers which is scheduled for February 8th. The affair will be held at the Hotel Elton. The general committee In charge is headed by Lieutenant Thomas R. Hartigan, secretary of the chapter.
 Captain J. Peter Costigan, Lieu tenant Colonel Roy F. Rice. Cap- tain Joseph Dipietro, Captsin New ton w. Alexander, Lieutenant Clar- ence Marcella, Lieutenant Joseph Vanderman and Captain William J. Slator. chapter president. Other committees include: In- vitation committee: Capt Alexan- der Hoadley, Capt Edwsrd Will Hams, Lieut. Clarence Marcella, Lieut. William R. Comber, Lieut. Albert E. Hermann.
 Ticket committee: Capt J. Peter Costigan, chairman: Capt Vincent A. Miller, Lieut. Nelson E. Rich ardson, Capt Max R. Traurig, Lieut. Paul c. Jillson, Lieut. Charles F. Kelley, Lieut. Joseph Wander man.
 Music committee: Major Michael GaIlullo, Capt Joseph II. Klien- nan, Capt Thomas Martin, Lieut. Richard Gilyard. Reception committee: Maj Harry J. Beardsley, Lieut. Elliott P. Goss, Lieut. Thomas P. Kelley. Maj S. Kellogg Plume, Maj Henry c. An derson, Lieut. Col Bonnet Bronson Lieut. Col George A. Leonard, lieut. Col F. c. Daniels.
 Publicity committee: Capt Will liam J. Slator. Lieut. Arthur F.. Lewis, Lieut. Frank Linddll, Lieut. Col J. R. Hackett.
 Liaison committee: Lieut. Will liom Dillon, Maj Joseph Ciminera Capt Ellis Phelan, Capt J. w. Johnson, Lieut. Thurston k. Ben- son, Capt Mortimer A. O'Hara. Printing committee: Cart Joseph DiPictro. Lieut. Walter J. Lynch, Lieut. Clarence Martel, Capt F. R. Wolfe.
 Hall committee: Capt James r. Walsh, Lieut. Simeon w. Nichols. Capt Everett Marvin. Dinner committee: Lieut. Col R. F.. Rice. Maj c. H. Shons. Maj J Joseph Smith.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1934-01-31
Solution to Previous Contract Problem

Talse- -carding has its advantages and disadvantages. believe that most players false- card at the wrong time. Occasionally oppor- tunity arises to make n fine defen- sive false. card, and such Is the play that came up in today's hand.
 The Bidding
 South's hand Is about as weak holding as could justify an origi- ral no trump bid. However. In duplicate bridge. you cannot afford to pass such 6 hand and the best bid is one no trump.
 West is not strong enough to fLake vulnerable overcali. North shows his diamond suit with bid cf two diamonds, having no fear of the hand being passed, as any bid over an original one no trump Ia q force.
 South Is not strong enough to jump to three no trump. so he should respond simply with two no trump. which North can carry to three.
 The Play
 Vests opening lead is small tcart. East plays the jack and the
The Waterbury Democrat., 1934-01-31
Weddings
WOODING-CLOSE

The wedding of Miss Edna May Close of Melrose avenue to Frank D. Wooding, son of MT and Mrs Clarence D. Wooding of White Oak Lane took place on Saturday after noon at 4 0 clock at the rectory of Christ chapel.
 The bride wore q gown of brown chiffon with which she wore hat with nose veil to correspond. Her elbow length kid gloves as well as her other accessories were in keeping with her gown She had for her only attendant, Miss Olive Sconeld, who wore rose chiffon with black accessories. MT Wooding had for his best man, his brother, Richard Wooding.
 A wedding supper was served at the home of the bridegroom's par ents. The couple will make their temporary nome at 61 Watertown avenue.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1934-01-31
Italian Women s Democrat
 Club Dance at WaDerly Inn
Annual Dinner Dance Tomorrow Night Will Attract
 Large Attendance; Program Is Arranged

special guests. Judge Edward Mascolo will be toastmaster.
 The program calls for a banquet which will be followed by enter tainment. Dancing will continue until o'clock in the morning. The affair will start at s o'clock.
 The committee in charge Of the annual event includes Mrs Robert Bosco, Mrs Louis Bria, Mrs Fred erick Hadden, Mrs Harold Senior, Mrs Josephine Pisanello. Mrs Dom- enic Altieri, Miss Doris. Jacaruso, Mrs Gilda Degacomo and Mrs Rose Basil.
 The officers of the club are: President, Mrs Robert Bosco; vice. president, Mis- Doris Jacarusi; 1; secretary, Mrs Theresa Sirica Crook; treasurer, Mrs Margaret Walker.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1934-01-31
Rosary Confraternity
 Enjoys Social Meet

The Rosary Confraternity of the Immaculate Conception church held largely attended meeting and entertainment at the church basement last evening. After regular routine business meeting, most pleasing entertainment was given with the following peo- pie participating: Mrs. Helen Cuddy. soloist with Professor r. r. Harmon as accompanist. solo, duet and group dancing by Misses Kay Darling, Helen Walsh, Genevieve Phelan. Eleanor Darling and Stella Venslow accompanied by Miss Ade- laide Bracken. The young ladies were attractively costumed for each number and were graciously re- ceived by the appreciative audi ence. Rev Dr John Loughran, spiritual advisor of the society, gave several interesting poetic readings. The guest of honor for the evening was Rev Francis O'Shea, administrator of the 1m- maculate Conception church.
 A dinner was given recently at Trinity college in Washington, D. C., in honor of Monsignor John A. Ryan. Professors from Catholic university presided at the tables of the Trinity students. A large re- ception followed.
 The Platts Mills Community as- sociation will hold their regular monthly meeting tomorrow evening at s o'clock at the restaurant of the Bristol company. Election of fA hn nI TIt will be held and the constitution and bylaws will be submitted for acceptance by the members.
 A birthday party was given on Saturday afternoon from to 6 o'clock at the home of MT and Mrs Carl Hoffman of Ridgefleld avenue for their daughter, Betty, who observed her 5th birthday. The home was attractively deco rated in a color scheme of pink and blue. Games were played and re- treatments were served. Those at- tending were Ruth Hoffman, Nor ma Hoffman, Ruth Lawlor. Made | line Lawlor, Doris Hoffman, Irv- In Obilvic, Allen Hoffman, John Lawlor, Lois Krom, Roscmtry Eastwood, Barbara Fellows, Lois Claire Roden, Barbara Crane and Walter Hoffman.
 Miss Rosetta Currie of Courtland avenue entertained at her home on
 Saturday evening. The home was
 attractively decorated for the oc-
 casion. During the evening enter
 tainment was enjoyed and a deli.
 cious luncheon was served. Those
 present were: Misses Helen Lang
 Elizabeth Dowic. Bernadine Super nat, Marguerite Dwyer, Marion Kelly, Rosetta Currie, Peggy Blake and Parker Fleming, Robert Ca hill. Francis Cosgrove, Frederick | Troske. Irion Fleming, Henry Frieze, William CahIll and Ward : Hobbie.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1934-01-31
Junior Prom WEI Be Held Friday
Tri-Y Club Will Sponsor Dance at Gymnasium at
 the Y. M. C. A.

One of the most prominent of the seasons social events at the Y. NJ. c. A. will be held on Friday evening when the Tri-Y club will sponsor a junior prom. Many ar- engagements have been made for the event.
 Thomas Leonard Is chairman of the committee and is being assisted by William Nolan, Robert Blewitt, and John Miller. Other committees include: decorations, Paul Brandt. John Miller, Walter Dwy, Gordon Schick, Francis Brick and Robert Stevens; refreshment. William Car roll, William Lovett, Robert Low ett and William Nolan and public ity, Daniel Sullivan.
 Many college students are ex- pected to attend the affair.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1934-01-31
sCHIEFTER-sAGENDoRF

The marriage of Miss Violet Florence Sagendorf of Grove street, and Hubert Albert Schieffer, son of Mrs Gertrude Schieffer of Walnut avenue took place Monday morn- ing at Il o'clock at the rectory of the Church of St Cecilia. The attendants were Mrs Edward Vad- ney and Bart Schieffer, a brother of the bridegroom.
 The bride wore a gown of green crepe trimmed in silver. Her ac- cessories were also of silver and she carried Talisman roses. Mrs Vadney's dress was of brown crepe with which she wore gold acces- sories. She carried yellow roses.
 After returning from an un- announced wedding trip. the couple will make their home in this city.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1934-01-31
Contract Bridge
CORNELL CONTRACT CLUB

CORNELL CONTRACT CLUB
 Tn a new series of contract bridge sessions conducted at the Cornell Bridge club, 20 Buckingham street last evening under the direction of Mrs John C. Moriarty top scorers were: North and South. Mrs Joseph Wolfe and Mrs Walter Wood, 129; Mrs Fred Lux and Mrs John King tied with Mrs Abraham Hengeve,d and Mrs II. E. Moore, 104k: Mrs Etta Howard and Mrs Mark Gnlla- ahcr. 100h: and East and West. Mrs John Turner and Mrs John Gilmartin,, 120K: Mrs Thomas Bane, and Mrs Joseph Bcrgin, IA: Mrs Edward Fitzpatrick and Mrs James Bolger, i05 and Mrs John Bronsky and Mrs Charles Boylan, 1O4
The Waterbury Democrat., 1934-01-31

several hundred persons are planning to attend the annual din- fer dance of the Italian Women's Democratic club tomorrow night at Waverly inn. Mayor Frank
 Hayes and Alderman Charles Sci- uilo, president of the Italian Mems Democratic club, will be among the