The Waterbury Democrat., 1934-07-27

There were some who might be considered capable of so doing but they had not received a real test of their ability. Chief Calvin be- lieved that if any serious fires should occur at a time when by some unforeseen circumstances such as illness, accident, etc., both of these men were unable to work, there might be more extensive damage result because of the lirn- ited experience of the other mem- bers of the department in this respect.
 So he has ordered that from now on there will be frequent shifts of drivers on the trucks. That is, one pair has been assigned to the new truck, and after they have thor oughly familiarized themselves with the machine, not only the pump but other details, and have had actual experience with it, two others will be assigned. Of course the pairs on the other trucks will be shift ed thereby so, the chief believes, everybody in the departm lent will have a much better knowledge of the various machines than they now have.
 Local fremen are continuing to look forward to the coming state conference in Waterbury with eagerness. The hose laying team of the firemen has been practicing to make fast time in competition with the best in the state and will get it's first real test tomorrow at the Eagles picnic at Linden park when it will rave the hose laying team of the Naugatuck chemical where they have a fire company of their own.
 The chemical truck which was declared broken down last year be" cause of a cracked engine base, is still functioning we'll at fires. &C., cording to the firemen. Some months ago there was the demand that it be sold but it seems still proving its worth even though it has seen 20 years service.
 There will be no meeting of the Beacon Valley grange tonight, the next meeting being scheduled for week from today. This will be Mothers and Fathers night. How ever the Grange hall will be in use Saturday night when the All clubs in the borough will hold a public card party there.
 There are four of these clubs in the borough, those having to do with sewing, cattle, cooking and garden. The profits of the party will be used to buy prizes for the in the fall.
 McDermott Considering Running
 Representatives William McDer- mott of North Main street today said he is "considering' running again for the same office., Repre- sentative McDermott and Michael Clancy were the two democrats who represented Naugatuck at the last session of the state legislature.
 Friends of mine and some po- . tft;cal leaders have asked me to run again." said Rep. McDermott. He indicated he had not definitely decided whether he would or not. T
 Rep. Clancy has been i'll for some time now with an infected foot but if he gets well, and he ex- pects to, he probably will seek re- election, 1t was said at his house
 Indications are there will be real contest for the democratic nomination as Maurice Annenberg, former second ward burgess yes- terday announced his candidacy for the position. MT. Annenberg ran for the nomination for state senator two years ago but was beaten.
  will be candidate for the same position this year. Joseph Key holds and Richard Durkin have been mentioned but as both are first ward members and as so many members of the first ward have received good political plums here tofore. it is expected somebody from either the second or third wards will be named.
 There is very little talk concern ing the fall election in the borough at present. Little has been heard from the republicans. Apparently they have not made any plans yet. for public consumption, at least.
 Smorgasbord Well Attended
 There was a large attendance at the smorgasbord or supper at the Salem Lutheran church last night and a delicious meal was served At one time there were two lines waiting in the ante-room to the church hall, so filled with diners was the main eating place. It had been planned to have many tables outside but the rain a short time before spoiled this arrangement.
 However, there were two tables outside and some ate there al- though the majority ate inside. There was variety of foodstuffs
 Mrs. John Gisslander, Mrs. Hen ming Adamson, Mrs. Albin John son, Mrs. Manno Lorentszon, Mrs. Alex Lundin, Mrs. Victor Olson and Mrs. Jennie Wilson formed the committee in charge. They were assisted by Mrs. J. Emil Anderson. Mrs. Andrew G. Anderson, Mrs. Justus Englund, Miss Julia Ander- son, Mrs. Gunnar Gustafson. Mrs. Joseph A.. Johnson, Mrs. Carl ". Thompson and Mrs. Gottfried Sie-V quist. Mrs. Victor Rohs had charge of ticket sales.
 Painting Window Stills
 Work of painting the window sills and sashes of the high school has been started by EZRA paint i.is ir la