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The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-11-23

Function and Messages of Evangel- ism for To-day" There will be brief presentations of this topic by the Rev. Lewis Christian of Elm hurst, L. l., the Rev. Claude 0. Coile, DID,, of New York City, and Dr. Oscar L. Joseph of Newark This conference will be open to lay. men and ministers of all faiths.
 Farley For Laymen
 At noontime, Monday, there will be special interdenominational meeting for ,laymen in the historic old John Street Church, A John street, Manhattan, the first Meth odist Society in America. The speaker will be Bishop Cushman, and the presiding officer will be Harry G. Simpson, prominent Brooklyn laymen. The pastor of John Street Church, the Rev. Ro- bert Deliver, has extended an ir1- vitatipn to all churchmen working in lower Manhattan
 The afternoon session will open at two o'clock at l50 Fifth avenue, and will hear addresses by Bishop Hughes, Bishop Smith and Bishov Mead. There will also be five-minute addresses on evangelistic topics bH Dr. Jesse M. Bader of the Federal Council of Churches, Dr. J. 0 Throckmorton of Chicago, BishoR William F. Mcdowell, retired q Washington, D. C., the Rev. T. O Bobolin of Waterbury, Conn.,, D9 William H. Alderson of Hempstead L. T., and pr. II. N. Smith of News ark. Bishop Hughes will speak os Evangelism for the Home,
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-11-23
WOMAN'S IDENTITY REMAINS UNKNOWN
Body of Accident Victim in Hospital-Driver Faces
 Homicide Charge

Torrington, Nov. 23-still uniden- tifled today at Charlotte Hunger ford hospital here was the body of middle-aged woman who was killed when crossing a street in Litchfield last night. Struck at 8:3O by 6 car operated by Burton H. Morrison, 1T, son of Burton Morri- son of Torrington, the woman died at the hospital at 9:30 last night.
 The hospital told The Democrat this morning that it had received no inquiries about the woman, and that no one had called to seek to identify the remains.
 The woman, about 50 years old, wore 8 blue and white gingham dress, dark coat, black low shoes. and tan stockings. Of medium build, she had dark hair.
 Morrison today faced Q charge of automobile homicide. He will be held as a technical prisoner for the coroner. After his car had struck the woman, according to Deputy Sheriff Hector Morse, 1t swerved off the road and ran onto Q lawn.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-11-23
'OLD CURIOSITY
 SHOP ARRANGED
Exhibition Opens at South Federated Parish House
 Tuesday, December 3

Plans are rapidly progressing for "Ye Old Curiosity Shop" exhibition to be held Tuesday afternoon and evening of Dec. 3 in the parish house of the South Federated church. A meeting was held last evening at the home of Mrs. Fred Benson, 1130 Baldwin street.
 This exhibition, is open to the public a.d all antique quilts, rugs, shawls, linens, vases, furniture, curios, etc, will be gladly appreci- ated by the committee. Utmost care will be taken of all articles entered in the exhibition.
 These articles may be left at the parish house the day of the exhi- bition between the hours of 8 and 12 or may be left beforehand at the home of Mrs. Benson, l130 Bald win street, or Mrs. Ellis Akins, 3 Simons avenue.
 Tea will be served in the after noon and the evening. The doors will be open from 2 o'clock until 10:3O.
 The personnel of the commit tees follow:
 Chairman, Mrs. Ellis Akins; Asst chairman, Mrs. Fred Benson; Sec- retary, Mrs. Arthur Hansen; Asst Secretary, Mrs. Harry Humiston.
 Chairman Floor Committee Mrs, David Gibson, Mrs. Earl McCullum, Mrs. Henry Payne, Mrs. Joseph Kneen, Mrs. Lester Doolittle, Mrs, HarrietL Holden, Mrs. Albert Payne, David Gowans, Vibert Richardson, James Burton, Irving Akins, Mrs. George Miller, Mrs. Fred Jackson, Mrs. Miller Dayton, Mrs. Irving Akins, Mrs. Louis Somers, David Gibson, Harvey Richardson, Alan Ma,er, Miss Marie Jackson.
 Chairman Tea Committee: Mrs, James Miller, Mrs. Helen Payne, Miss Gladys Crowley, Mrs. Sadie Dick, Mrs. Simeon Nichols, Miss Florence Dwyer,
 Candy Booth--Mrs. Elmer Rob- onson, Mrs. Raymond Adams.
 Tickets-Charles Streever, Harry Albone.
 Publicity--Mrs. Alice Gallond.
 Art Gallery--Mrs. David Gibson, Miss Grace Mckinley, Mrs. George Smith.
 Further information may be had from any of the above committees.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-11-23

The city of Waterbury is named defendant in two $10,00O civil ac- tions begun in the superior court today by Hubert Trombley and Per cy Petitjean who seek to recover for injuries they sustained in an automobile crash on North Main street, near Lakewood Park, in which the driver, Carl Anderson, lost his life.
 The plaintiffs say they were pas- sengers in Anderson's car on Oct. 5th and proceeding toward Lake wood. At the junction where the trolley tracks swerve toward Wa terville, the Anderson car left the a tracks and hit an alleged large de- pression and uneven piece of high. way.
 Control of the car was wrenched from Anderson'S hands and the machine swung across the road to < hit Q pole and large rock wall, be- fore turning over. Anderson died almost immediately after the acci- { dent.
 Trombley alleges he sustained a very severely lacerated ear, severe :. scalp laceration, chin laceration and Rbrasions to other parts of his body. siAs result of the lacerations he will be permanently scared, says the
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-11-23
TRAIN STOPPED
 CLOSE TO WRECK

Lincoln, Mass, Nov. 23-(UP)--- Two state policemen halted an ex- press freight train early today only 50 yards from a wrecked automo- bile in which an unconscious West Concord athlete was pinned.
 Hugh Miller, 9, whose car had crashed through the railing of Bak- CTS bridge and lay directly in the path of the Boston & Maine rail- roads "Cannonball' freight train. was taken to @ hospital where his condition was reported critical.
 An unidentified woman, knowing the train to be only 20 minutes away, called police and railroad off, cials after hearing the crash.
 Police lighted flares and dropped them to the track. Engineer Fred erick Abel, seeing the signal applied the brakes. and after rolling nearly half a mile, halted the train.
 The freight was making @ night run from Bellows Falls, Vt., to Bos- ton.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-11-23
RETIRED EMPLOYES GUESTS OF HONOR
Four Former POstmen to Be Feted By Local NALC
 Chapter Tonight

Four former postmen, recently re- tired. will be honored tonight at a testimonial and reception sponsored by the Waterbury Chapter, No. l68, National Association of Letter Carriers. The event will be held at the American Legion home on Holmes avenue.
 The men to be honored are Will liam LeRoy, William Clark, George Stock and John Bagley. All were retired by the federal government after compiling excellent service records.
 Louis Ayotte will act as toast master. Postmaster Charles A. Bab- in and other local postal officials will be among the speakers.
 The committee in charge in- cludes Charles F. Dunn. Gouver- neur Davis. Raymond Parks and Daniel Walsh.
 The entire membership of the carriers association is expected to attend. Other retired carriers have also been invited.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-11-23
NAVAL VETERANS
 SPONSOR DANCE

Washington Park Community House was the scene last night of the first annual dance of the local Naval Veterans association. Sev- eral hundred persons attended. A feature of the evening was tap dancing by Helen Flanagan. The committee on arrangements in- cluded Thomas Evans, Frank Sturges, Olin ODonnell, Frank Martino, Robert Frisbie, Frank Baker, John Slitz, Stanley Senkus, Lloyd Decker, Volney Decker, Johf, Curren, Donald Elwell and George Brizius.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-11-23
STUDENTS GIVEN
 TALK ON LIGHTS
Robert L. ZahOur Says 40 Per Cent of COllegians
 Have Poor Vision

Herbert T. Baurer, head of the Science Area of Mattatuck College had as his guest Friday morning Robert L. zahour, illumination ex- pert of the Connecticut Light and Power company, who addressed the students on "The Science of See- ing"
 During the course of his lecture which was illustrated with lantern slides. Mir. Zahour discussed the history of illumination from the year 5000 B. c. until the present time. The speaker displayed sev- eral epoch-making types of lamps, including replica of the first Ed- ison lamp, and more modern types ranging in size from a huge 10000 watt lamp used in lighting talk ing movie sets, to a small tenth-of. {. a-watt grain of wheat lamp em- ployed by surgeons when investi- gating the cavities of the body.
 Declaring that 40 per cent of all college students are found to suffer from poor vision caused by faulty lighting conditions, Mir. za- hour demonstrated approved meth- ods of illumination, as determined with the aid of "Sight-Meter".
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-11-23
NAUCATUCK MEN
 HURT IN CRASH

Head and face injuries were sus- tained by two Naugatuck men last night when the car in which they were riding swerved from the road and crashed into an iron fence at the Smith and Griggs Company plant on South Main street. The men injured were Stanley Tilacin- ski, g, of 53 Spring street, Naug- atuck, the driver and John Lexin- ski, 31, of Union street, Naugatuck.
 Tilacinski suffered scalp lacera- tons, and body abrasions. Lexinski was cut about the face and head.
 The accident was investigated by Detective Sergeant Henry Johnson, Detective Edward McElligott and Motor Patrolman John Culleton.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-11-23
ROSE OF SAVOY"
 GIVEN BY CHURCH

Under the auspices of the Ladies Aid society of the First Methodist church, 6 play entitled "The Rose of Savoy" was presented last night in the parish hall. Dr. Franklin Warren directed the presentation assisted by Mrs. Frank Granger Mrs. Edgar riercey was the pianist. Members of the cast included Mrs. Agnes Finley, HErs. Ida Birdsall. Grace Pierce. Mrs. Elsie Reed, Mrs. Anna Crose, Lila LAnge, Ernestine Piercey, Ruth Lane, Evelyn Pulsen. Ella Anderson. Clara Kelly, Marian Wells. Ingrid Anderson and Helen Anderson. The cozlRlittee on er- arrangements included Mrs. Thomas Finlay, Mrs. Catherine Steck, Charles rlatt William Blair and okin Maxim.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-11-23
AHEPAS TO BUILD
 HOME FOR ORPHANS

v. I. Chibithes. of New York, su- preme president of the Order of Ahepa, explained reorganization plans at a meeting of the Water bury chapter last night in Hibern- ian hall. Peter Laslxas of this city, past district governor, was included on the speaking program. It is>pos- sible, the national officer said, that the order may buy 500 acres of land where an orphanage and home for aged members and their rela- tives will be built. Peter Stavros, president of the local chapter, pre- sided.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-11-23

In recognition of his services for the past quarter of a century, the Italian fraternal and social organizations Of the city will gather tomorrow afternoon and evening in Liberty hall to pay special tribute to Dr. GustavO Testa. The guest of honor, Dr. Testa, has served the various l0- cal Italian societies for the past 25 years and will be suitably hon ored at the affair tomorrow after noon and evening in Liberty hall.
 Dr. Testa, . native of Italy, studied first at the University of Naples. Upon coming to the United States he became a mem Der of the stan of St. Catherine's hospital in Brooklyn, N. Y. From there he went to the staff of St. Agnes hospital in Philadelpjhi and later to Waterbury. TOmor- rows program will start at 2 o'clock in the afternoon with an entertainment, lasting until o'clock. Following Q recess of an hour the evening will be given over to dancing. The observance will close at midnight.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-11-23
.S9,455 REALIZED
 IN SCOUT DRIVE

A total of $9.455 was reported last night at a meeting of campaign workers of the joint Boy and Girl Scout drive at the Elton. The goal is Sl5,l6O. The workers were urged to clean up their lists before Mon- day night, when the final reports win be read.
 Canvassers will now be permitted to solicit funds from any persons ov :. the weekend. Drive leaders that every effort be made to fill the quota. Outside districts have not been heard from. The Monday eve- ming meeting will be held at the Elton at 6:l5 o'clock.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-11-23
JOHN B. DERBY
 IS APPOINTED

New Haven, Conn, Nov. 23-(UP) John B. Derby, this city. former Yale and Dartmouth English in- structor, has been appointed director of Writers projects by state WPA Administrator Matthew A. Daly.
 One of his first tasks will be to put writers, now on relief, compil- ing a Connecticut section to the American Guide.
 Another appointment made by Daly was that of Edward A. Currier. Jr., West Hartford, as acting man ager of the federal transient camp system, recently taken over by WPA.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-11-23
YOUNG ICKEs WON

Chicago, Nov. 23-tUP)-Fellow students of Robert H. Ickes at Lake Forest College revealed to- day that the son of Secretary of the Interior Harold L. Ickes, won a box of candy in dancing contest in Kenosha. Wis, tavern. Young Ickes, i45-pound wrestling cham pion at the college, danced in the contest last week under an as- sumed name. his fraternity broth- CTS said.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-11-23
JOHN WOSELUS
 DIES IN NAUCY
Special to The Democrat,

Naugatuck. Nov. 23.--John Wose- Jus, for more than 30 years a resi- dent of the borough, died yesterday at his home, Al Spring street. The funeral will be held Monday morn ing from the home at 8:3O o'clock to St. Mary's church at 9 o'clock. 1nterment will be in St. James cemetery.
 He came to this country from Lithuania 40 years ago, being em- ployed in the footwear department of the United States Rubber com- pany for a good many years.
 He is survived by two sons, Vic- tor and William; and a daughter Mrs. Frank Witkiski, all Of this town; a sister, Mrs. Catherine Kar- bouskas of Ansonia: and three grandchildren.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-11-23
VETERANS ADVISED
 ON HOLIDAY WORK
Urged to File Applications With POstmasters for
 Special Assignments

A communication from state headquarters of the veterans placement service received by Rob- ert r. Birt, local placement officer today, urges all unemployed vet erans to apply for Christmas work available In the post office. The let- ter is from Major Leonard Maloney, state placement representative. It states tha. hany postfnasters have been contacted and have expressed their willingness to cooperate in the employment of veterans. In Water bury the applications may be clear ed through the local placement commission, of which MT. Birt is chairman.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-11-23

A smoker and entertainment sponsored by the Holy Name society of the church of the Blessed Sac- rament will be held Monday eve- ming at the parish hall, with a large attendance of members and their friends expected.
 Six fast boxing bouts will be pr sented, with some of Water bury's best known leather-pushers
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-11-23
WOMAN WAS HURT

Hartford, Conn, Nov. 23-(U.PJ Andrew Donbrowsky tainted and as result. Mrs. Joseph Filley was confined to her home to-day with Q sprained finger and possible internal njuvies.
 When Donbrowsky collapsed. he fell against Mrs. Filley who was standing on, street corner waiting for q car. sine fell head first into ziz1 street.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-11-23
SEVENTEENTH
 START IN RACE

New York, Nov. 23--(UP)-Seven- ty-five runners were expected to start today in the six-mile 39th annual national senior cross country run at Van Cortlandt Park.
 Among the prominent entries are Ray Sears, Butler University: Don Lash, Indiana University Junior who won the event last year in Iowa; Tom Ottey, I. c. IA champion, and Elmo Pentti, Millrose A. A. mara thoner.
 The Millrose A. A., of New Yorw, will defend its team championship
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-11-23
LABOR DEPARTMENT
 NAMES JOSEPH TONE

State Labor Commissioner Joseph M. Tone has been named a member of c special advisory committee of state labor department officials by United States Secretary of Labor Frances Perkins. The committee consists of several labor ofiicials who will be called upon to decide matters of policy or in event of an emergency in the labor field.
 Secretary of Labor Perkins was requested to name the special ad- visofy committee at the recent na- tional conference on labor legisla- ton in Asheville. North Carolina.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-11-23
Episcopalians Plan
 Evangelism Meetings
Rev. T. C. BObilin to Be One of Speakers at New York
 Gathering Monday -Round.T Table Discussions Set

Cincinnati, and Bishop Charles L. Mead, of Kansas City, and Bishop Ralph S. Cushman, of Denver, as guest evangelists.
 The conference will open on Mon- day morning at ten o'clock in the Methodist Chapel, 150 Fifth avenue, Manhattan. Bishop Cushman, as chairman of the Bishops Committee on Evangelism will preside and the opening address will be made by Bishop Mcconnell. Bishop Smith will speak on "Tl1e Ministers Per- sonaN Preparation" and Bishop Mead on "The Call of Christi. The morning conference will include also a round table discussion on "The
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-11-23
Accident, Victims
 Suing For $20, ,OOO
City Charged With Negligence in Crash Which Took
 Drivers Life-ROad Condition Blamed

complaint, prepared by Attorney William P. Wertheimer.
 Petitjean says he sustained lace- rations of the left side of his face and ear, severely sprained back and neck muscles, cerebral concussion and other injuries. As result of the lacerations he will be perma- nently disfigured, says the com- plaint The city is negligent in per- mitting @ dangerous roadway con- dition to exist. The suite are re- turnable to court the first Tuesday of next month.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-11-23

Derby, Conn, Newark, N. J., Manhattan and Brooklyn in Great CT New York are the centers of the first of ten rnajor-city conferences on evangelism to be held under the direction of the Board of Bishops of the Methodist Episcopal church. The conference in the New York met ropolitan area will be held on Mon- day, November 25, in charge of Bishop Francis J. Mcconnell and Q local committee, and with Bishop Edwin H. Hughes, of Washington, D. C., Bishop II. Lester Smith, of
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-11-23

Free drinks which have been served to town handsmen and council employees of Deaumaris. England, every Mayors Sunday sins l2S3, when the town becasle royal borough by charter of Ed ward I, have been abolished by the town council.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-11-23
ZION LUTHERAN Cherry Street

Rev. Carl A. 6tenhoim. pastor.
 Sunday school and Bible class 9:45 8. m. -gr Divine Worship. Swedish. 10:4S O. m
 Service in Thomaston g '. m.
 Monday. 6 p. ln.-Iduna meets at the home of Mrs. Hulda Grahn, e2 Wood street.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-11-23
Doric Chapter

Harry Logan, master counselor. presided at last nights meeting of Doric chapter, Order of DeM0lay, at Masonic temple. Charles Daven- port was named chairman of the committee on arrangements for the annual New Years eve dance of the chapter.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-11-23
Club Activities
Galilee Shrine

ofiicers of Galilee shrine, White Shrine of Jerusalem. will rehearse tomorrow in preparation for the an- nual visitation of Rose M. Reid, supreme worthy high priestess, at the rooms in Masonic temple next Friday. A supper served at 6:30 o. clock, will precede the cermeonies.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-11-23
Daughters of Italy

Plans for the annual Christmas party for the children were conn., pleted at a meeting of the Daugh- ters of Italy circle, Lady Foresters of America, last night in Moose hall. The party will be conducted. Dec. 20 in Moose hall. Those on the committee include Mrs. John Giacin, Mrs. Frank Gemino, Mrs. Do.nenic Castelano, Mrs. Ralph Burscino, Mrs. Charles Ciampi, Mrs. Lena Cocoa and Mrs. Angeline Iaco. vino.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-11-23
Naomi Chapter

ment sponsored by Naomi chapter,
 I !e sample fair and entertain Order of Eastern Star, was con- cluded last night at Temple hall.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-11-23

Japie Van Reenen's eve in Eoschkloof. South Africa, recently gave birth to six lambs at once.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-11-23

The Australian government will send 6 trade delegation to India.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-11-23
CHASE PUPILS GOOD THESP|ANS
Costumes Used By 7th Graders Designed By
 the Children

A play, "The Maytiower Con- pact" was presented yesterday by pupils of Grade 2 at Chase school Miss Marie L. Ladden is teacher of the class. The costumes were de- signed and made by members of the class. The cast was as follews:
 Captain Standish .... Frank Lerz. Priscilla ............ Claire Stepney John Alden ........ Gordon Steer Governor Carver .. Gordon Gibson Mrs. Chiffon ........ Doris Barsale Mir. Chiffon ......... Earle Wooster Mir. Winslow ....... William Watts MT. Mullins ..... Thomas Flaherty Mir. Brewster .... Howard Cosgrove Mrs. Hopkins ...... Jeanette Koosa Mary Hopkins ..... Doris Barsale Mary Chiffon .... Gloria Patterson Faith Chiffon ...... Emily Costella Hope Brewster, Catherine Boulanger John WinSlow ........ Joseph Fazi Settlement at Plymouth .........
 .............. Teresa Schroaider Hymn Thanksgiving" .......,...
 ... Gordon Gibson and Pilgrims Solo ............... Adeline Berube Pilgrim Dance .. Teresa Schroaider Guitar Selections .......,........
 Gordon Steer and Earle Wooster
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