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The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-12-21
SALEM STUDENTS
 CONDUCT PROGRAM
Christmas Exercises Pre- sented Under Direction
 of Miss Flaherty

Naugatuck, Dec. 21--An interest ing Christmas program was pre- sented Thursday afternoon at Sa-, lem school. Miss Elizabeth Flah- erty was in charge. %
 The program consisted of: Open ing chorus by combined seventh grades, Come All Ye Faithful" and Silent Night; recitation, 'The Spirit of Christmas" by. Arthur O'Donnell; songs by seventh grade selected singers, Christmas Greet ing Song" and When Santa Claus Comes; instrumental selections, violins, Progress March. Spring time", Harold Nichols, Alice Wahl- strom, Patricia Follett, accompa- mist; sons, combined seventh grades, Little Town of Bethlehem" and "Hark The Herald Angels Sing; trumpet solo, Medley of Christmas Carols, Joseph Henry; playlet, 'The Christmas Ship, MT. Ray mond, sea captain-John Suther- land; Mrs. Raymond Bessie Scz- warcenberg:; John Raymond, a newsboy-John Simmons; Tommie Raymond-Robert Quinn: Nellie Raymond-Anna Reale: Susie Ray mond-Alice Wahlstrom; Smoke, a colored neighbor- Edwin Baldwin; Santa Claus-G George Clark. Isabel Currier was announced.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-12-21
NEW DEALLA AT ELTON DINNER
Young Democrats Hailed By Governor as Future Leaders of Party

Governor Wilbur L. Cross, Con- gressman J. Joseph Smith, State Chairman J. Francis Smith, sena- tors Matthew A. Daly of New Haven and Francis w. Hogan of Torring- ton, State IVA Director Thomas, Dodd of New Haven and Miss Edna Purtell of Hartford lauded the prin- ciples of the "New Deal" and ridi- culed the attempts of the republi- cans to belittle Presidents Roose- velt's achievements at meeting last night at The Elton.
 The gathering was sponsored by the educational division of the state executive committee of the Connec- ticut Young democrats. John F. Robinson, president of the Connec- ticut Young democrats, presided.
 Those present were hailed by Governor Cross as future leaders of the democratic party and urged them to get on town committees, get into primaries and do their bit in framing the platforms of the organization. Senator Daly defend- ed the progress made by the WPA in Connecticut in absorbing the un- employed while Senator Francis Hogan praised the activities of the young democrats. Complimentary remarks were also made by Con- gressman Smith, State Chairman Smith, Attorney Dodd and Miss Purtell, who is connected with the state labor department.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-12-21

"In the United States the first postage stamps were issued by in- dividual postmasters at their own expense in 1845. Post masters at Alexandria, Va, Brattleboro, Vr., Locxport, N. r., Millbury, Mass, Baltimore, Md, Boscawen, N. H., Providence, R. l., St. Louis, Mo. New Haven, Conn, and New York, N. Y. supplied their patrons with stamps or stamped enyel- opes, which are now very valuable and highly prized by collectors. Postmaster stamps were super seded by the first government is- sue July l, 1S47.
 "The first U. S. issue of 1847 was in two denominations: five cent red-brOwn on bluish paper with head of Benjamin Frank lin, who was the first postmaster general in the American colonies in 1753; and ten-cent black, on bluish paper, with head of George Washington.
 "The method of manufacture has changed greatly since postage stamps were first issued. In sev- eral countries, the earliest stamps were each engraved separately by hand upon copper plates from which the impressions were talk en. A notable example is the post masters stamps issued in St. Louis. A small plate of six stamps was engraved in two verticle rows of three each, the first row of the scent and the second of the 10-cent domination. The two up- per scent stamps were altered to 20 cent stamps and later these were restored to the original .5- cent denomination. Separate en- cravings were made for the first stamps of Mauritius, New South Wales, and the Philippine Is- lands
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-12-21

And still they come. Now it's Tom ana Jerry' those twin apostles of the hot drink who are as famous in their own sphere as Messrs Collins Tom and John, the long-legged purveyors of summer cheer . A Tom and Jerry always appropriate at Christmas time for it's the season when all hot punches take we'll At least they did in the good old days As in most drinks or this nature care preparation and choice of ingredients is always essential to good finished product Ihere fore gather ye eggs sugar, brandy, rum, and nutmeg At the same time set the teakettle to boil the stove Separate the yoks and whites of your eggs, beating the latter thoroughly Add almost two tablespoons ot sugar for each egg used to the whites stirring in well Give the yolks good beating and then pour into tne duce good batter little of this in the bottom of your mug Then some brandy and rum also, but not too much Fill with hot water, stir wel and sprinkle nut meg on the top.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-12-21
WOODROW WILSON
 SCHOOL PROGRAM
Youngsters in 3 Grades Staged Interesting En-
 tertainnlent Yesterday

An assembly program was held yesterday at Woodrow Wilson school by pupils of grades 4, 5A and 5B, under the direction of the teachers Miss Hayes, Miss Pawley and Miss McHugh. The program was as fol- lows:
 1. Acrostic -, Merry Christmas -
 Group-Grade 4.
 2. Play-Santa's Recovery - Grade
 5A. - ,, 8. Mandolin Selections -Carmine
 Raneri-Grade {. ts {. Recitation-Holly for Xmas -.
 Edward Koss-Grade 5B. 5. Recitation -Mistletoe for Xmas
 Victor Pouldori- -Garde 5B. 6. Recitation Christmas Sugges-
 tions-G Group-Grade {.
 2. ssecitation-Ch Christmas Tree - Domenic Demunda. Yugo D'Agos- sino, Mary Santoro- Grade SB. 8. Recitation Christmas Carols Walter WoloshinslKy, Gerardo Sciarro-Grade 5B. Q. Song-Silent Night"-nntire As- sembly.
 10. Song - 'The Star spangled Banner"-Entire Assembly.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-12-21

Some job, Ralph =. If you're passing by Hamp- son, Mintie and Abbot's store windows on West Man street pause for moment in your Christmas rush tO examine the handiwork of Ralph LaudanO of Manhan street. With the aid of his trusty jackkni which is displayed nearby Ralph, who is an Italian youth o1 eighteen and recently returned to the United States
 short tme has fashioned the most perfect replica Of St. Johns church that doubt the city has ever seen or will ever see It's complete, even down to the tnest detail the inscriptions, the steeple, and even the clock. Perhaps Ralph included the clock be- cause he's clockmaker, being employed at the Lux Clock Company. But he must have had plenty o1 snare time to build his miniature church. It's entirely of cardboard
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-12-21
ISCOvILL HELP
 KIDDIES HOSTS
Children of Employees to Be Guests Today at
 DOOIittle Hall

santa Claus will visit Waterbury today for several thousand children, who will be entertained at Christ mas parties sponsored by scores of clubs and fraternal organizations. A special Christmas party was given for children this morning by the charity committee of the Waterbury Lodge of .Elks.
 "A program for crippled children was held this afternoon in the parish hall of St. Johns Church. Approximately 325 children of en1- ployes of the Scovill Mfg. Go. will be guests at the annual party in DoQlittle hall this afternoon.
 More than 200 children were present at the party sponsored jointly by Corp. Coyle Post and Auxiliary at the Legion home on Holmes avenue. At Washington Park Community club pupils of washington, Merriman, St. Francis Xavier and Mulcahy schools were entertained.
 Freddy Hall was master of cere- monies at the Chase Park Cotnmun- 1Ly 1tOuSC W11ekS Sstl SAAtSA tt&AAAUACAAO program was presented by juvenile stars. The annual party at the First Church was held this afternoon as was the program sponsored by Mi- chael McGiyney Circle, Columbian Squires.
 Tonight, children's parties will be given by the Platts Mills Commun- | ity Club at the Bristol Co. audi toriurn, the Waterbury Chapter DAV and Auxiliary at Pythian hall.' and the Turn Verein Vorwarts at Turn hall.
 The annual Christmas dinner of Wadhams Women,s Relief Corps in honor of local Civil War Veterans will be given tonight at the Elton. The Junior Women's Club will spon- sor a dance in the Waterbury Wom- ems auditorium.
 Christmas parties will be spon- sored tomorrow by Wheeler Young Post, VFW and Auxiliary; Florio Post, Italian American World War Veterans; Daughters of Italy Circle. Lady Foresters, and the North End Hillies Club.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-12-21
CHASE EMPLOYEE x
 HOLD BIG DANCE

Employes. of the Chase Metal Works office held their annual Christmas party last evening at their Grand street auditorium fea- turing the music of Tom D'Andrea and his orchestra with Hubert Ber- gin at the piano. Bob Reinicke acted as Santa Claus and distrib- uted presents. George Simpson rendered two vocal selections. The committee in charge was headed by Miss Leona Crowley and Miss Rita EmmonS. @
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-12-21
Good Evening.

After dark every day It's nice to the bright lights play, While through the country one drives along Life seems good, just one sweet song With Christmas approaching the lights take on color The scene has brillance that winter has made duer Here and there tree sparkles through the dark, And one great tall is a-gleam in the park. Bay windows are bright with many coored lights On trees all lighted up for series of nights. Stars are twnking low, stars are twinkling high Here on the earth well as in the sky. And as you approach, perhaps, great big city, The lighted display is very very pretty But what like most is a simply country home Standing four-square and quite alone, Wreaths ill the widows lighted tree outside the door Spreading its cheery radance-who could ask for more?
 FEM EN-
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-12-21
Our thank-you-kindly to Lucille and
Spindled.

Spndled. Our thank-you-kndly to Lucille ana
 Jackie Szer for the nice box of tinfo deposited at the Tower door tother afternoon. The ElkS are having brand new driveway cut into the parking place alongside of their West Main Street home It bisectS the front lawn on which iron animals once stood. These are the days when the inventor of the fifth wheel on an automo- be to be used solely for parking purposes would be as popular as good old Kris Kringe. Never has Water bury seen or read about many Christmas parties for kiddos this year. It must be in the air Skatlng> and sliding for Christmas do not seem likely at thls Wrt ing but lot can happen in seventy-two hours. Don't forget the birds at this time of the year. More species are seen midst to-day because more food available Get in the habit of scattering grain or pieces of suet in protected areas, free from cats
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-12-21

As the go by.. Johnnie Colloty bleats greet ing from behind the wheel of his V8 he Weaves fg- t,re-eipht through traffic . . Tim Sullivan and Earl Samson wave as they chug along towards their duties at the Waterbury Manufacturing Company Bill Keavney strides by with full military cadence Andy DiPetrO speeds along in hurry to get back to the Christmas rush at his Willow Street druggery. George Maynard stops long enough for to get whih of those wholesome candy bars he places here and there around the town. Ebbe COnlan tOOtles as he departs for Seymour and his weekly bowling joust in the Kacey Valley League
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-12-21
PROGRAM STAGED | AT BUNKER HILL
Songs, Poems and Play Of- fered Yesterday By
 First Grade Students

An assembly program was put on yesterday afternoon by the First grade, Miss Hymns room, at the Bunker Hill school. The program follows:
 Song-Jingle Bells ........... Class Poem-The Best Tree ...........
 Joan Durner Poem-My Doll ....... Doris Cook Song-St. Nicholas .............. ....... :. Joan Peterson Play-Santa Claus Health Play Characters: Barbara Bradley, Wesley Reed, John Hard. William Brickett, John Vitone, Jean Mon- roe, Judson Rigney, Alfred Bric- kett, Frank McManany.
 Poem-Santa Claus ............ ................ George Dickstein Song -Santa's Reindeer ...... .............. Boys of the Class Poem-Mer-y Christmas ........ .................. ThereSa AuStln Poem-C Christmas Eve ........... ................ Louis Westerlund Poem-C Christmas .:. James Healey Play-The Lost DoA-Characters: Joan Peterson, Leila Webster, Thomas Lane, Charles Probst, Helen Palen, Alice Vanasse, John Collins Gina DiVito.
 Poem Christmas Bells-Gina Di- Vito, Eleanor Brickett.
 Hymn--Silent Night-Class.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-12-21

Collegiate sparks .. The Holy Cross Special pulled in yesterday and unloaded Bill Gulfoie, George Storm, Jim Lawlor Andy and John Monagan, Andy McFadden, Bob Healey and Eddie ODonnell Bill Buckley is back town for the holidays after successful first quarter at the South Bend institution John Bedell is home from Manhattan and boasts a good record with the crew. . "Doc" Dwyer, Winnie Kelly, Chris Griffin, and Joe Phelan of Fordham are renewing acquaint- ances in the Brass City Bill Sweeney, Ted Goumey, Ned Wolfe John McGrath, and Ben Maloney are home from Vlanova Ed Lahey, also of Villanova, is mark ing time in the Post Office Tony Amodeo looks very collegiate because he halls from Niagara. Bob Blewitt looks good after going through the rgors goes for Don Walsh, another Niagara undergrad
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-12-21
KIESSLINC INVENTOR.

Two patents have been issued in Washington, D. O., to Max Kiessling of this city. The inventions are hair curlers made of metal tubes with springs attached to hold the curlers on the hair. He has assign ed his rights to the Hayes-D Donahue company.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-12-21
SKIS PUzxLE SffssHssIPPIANs

Charleston, Miss.-(UP)-Most of the folk in Charleston had never seen Q ski until the cityas newest in- dustry began turning them out by the carload. 0ilcials at the mill had to explain to residents that skies are pairs of hardwood strips bound on each foot and used for gliding over snow-covered surfaces.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-12-21

AstronOmcay speaking. In two months of 1886 two different phases of the will be seen enters the first quarter phase on January l. On January 3Oth the will again reach the stage of it's first quarter. When get down to September therel be another such spectacle On September the moon is Again on the 3Oth of the month it will reach the moon period. And if you need any more information the than this it might be interesting to know that there two eclipSeS of the moon to in 1886, partial the other annular but neither of them visible in the good old U. s. A. There will also be two eclipses of the sun, neither of which can we in the states observe
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-12-21

London -(UP)-" "Cocky" Colson, the famous centenarian parrot, has astonished his mistress by laying his first egg. It has taken "Cocky" just 102 years to do 1t.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-12-21
MILL PLAIN PARTY
 HELD LAST NIGHT

A varied program of songs, reci- tations and sketches was presented last night at the parish hall of the Mill Plain Union church. The oc- casion was the annual Christmas party of the church Sunday school. Between 300 and 400 persons at- tended. The program was directed by Harold Pierpont and Irlow Wil- son, irnpersonating Santa Claus, dis played gifts. Rev. Gertrude Coe, superintendent of the Sunday school, headed the committee on ar- engagements.
 Mayor Ushizuka of Tokio, Japan, has sent . number of cherry stones to the Mayor of Manila, P. I.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-12-21
TWO

Two days left, heed the last minute call, Get out and shop now if you're going to shop at all.
 CTo be continued)
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-12-21
| BEHIND | THE SCENES |
 IN WASHINGTON IN

EZRA Passes From Picture, After Setting EpOch-Mak- ing Precedent Agency Through Which Govern ment Took Over Full Re- spOnsibility for Destitute for First Time <. Lessons Will Be of Benefit to Suc- cesSOr, WPA.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-12-21
AnslUers To
 Test Questions
BY RODNEY BUTCHER Democrat Washington COrre-
 SnOndentl

Below are the answers to test questions printed on page 6. 1. No.
 2. A Jewish religious party. 3. Norwegian painter. {. Acetic acid. 5. India. 6. Phi Beta Kappa. !. 1e4A 6. Jane Adaams. 9. Huastec. 70. Arizona. ~
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-12-21

Of special interest to stamp enthusiasts throughout New Eng land is the Christmas Week Ex- hibition of United States Stamps and early philatelic covers spon- sored by Curtis 1000 Inc, na- tional envelope concern. The ex- hibition, one of the largest ever held in New England, may be seen at the company's executive offices, Capitol avenue and Broad street, Hartford, Friday December 27th from 4:30 to 10 ?. m. and Saturday, December 2Sth, from 12 noon until 10 p. m.
 Fourten leading Connecticut Philatelists have already entered frames and several more will be added to the group. Among the well known collectors whose stamps will be on view are: Mor- gan Taylor, West Hartford; J. w. Longnecker, Warehouse Point: George c. Ham, Naugatuck; George A. Holmes, Southbury; Horace B. Futile, Bloomfield; E. H. Gerrish, Hartford; A. J. Del- phia, Hartford; Oliver c. Hill,
 Waterbury; R. c. Beers, Hart ford; A. H. Cooley. Hartford; w. c. Phillips and Company, Hart ford; and the Aetna Life Affil- lated Companies of Hartford.
 Individual collections of special interest will be w. ,. Longnecker's unique group of Insurance COm- pany Corner Cards, George Hams Patriotic covers of the Civil and Spanish American Wars, Henry Gerrish's air mails; A. J. Del- phia's outstanding U. s. cOm- memorative blocks and first day cancellations offered by the Post Office department on Contract Air Mail routes, Horace B. Tut ties First Day covers, Arthur c. WilIard's York Town stamps, Oliver 0. HilEs Samples covers and tho nationally famous cole lection of Mir. Morgan Taylor. Several frames of unusual adver- tising envelopes and corner card designs will also be included. A large attendance is expected from all parts of New England.
 An edition of Stamp Collect, ing" interesting and informative little booklet by Ruth T. Robert son for the beginner in philately, has been issued by the Demo- .crat's Washington Information bureau. Excerpts follow:
 sThe earliest form of postage stamp was employed in Paris In 1853 by the Petite Poste, estab- Iished on royal security by the Comte de Nogent and the Sieur de ViIlayer. It was a billet, bear ing distinctive device. and inc tended to be wrapped i'm such manner that it could not easily be removed. Postage stamps as we know them. date back to 1s4O when the first adhesive stamps were issued in Great Britain in connection with the postal re- forms of Sir Rowland Hill Other nations followed this example, until soon afterwards the use oS postage stamps was universal . .. In shape the earliest of them were practically the same as to- day. The triangular, diamond shaped, ectag0naL rounas and square have been tried as exper-. iments by different, countries, but nearly an ee them have returned
 Co the rectangular form .. ."
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-12-21
Philatelic Neuus
By F. E. ID.

Hartford Scene of Christmas Stamp Collecting"
 Week Exhibit of U. s. STAMPS Interesting Booklet
The Republican. [volume] (Oakland, Md.) 1877-current, 1935-05-23
DEER PARK

Arthur Walter is a patient at Johns
Hopkins Hospital, Baltimore.
Miss Mildred Mellinger spent few
days with Mr.. and Mrs. Ramsey c.,
Smith.
Mrs. Laura Flanagan, daughters
Betty and Dollie, and Harry King at
tended the birthday party given Mrs.
Lucretia Hogue, Oakland, recently.
A birthday party was given to Miss
Lois Lee Paugh in honor of her fourth
anniversary, Saturday. Her little
friends enjoyed games and refresh
ments.
Mrs. Ella Hardesty, Terra Alta, W.
Va, is visiting Mr.. and Mrs. Walter
Hershman.
Earl Friend, Leadmine, W. Va, Wis
tied relatives here last week.
The Republican. [volume] (Oakland, Md.) 1877-current, 1935-05-23
RYAN'S GLADE

We regret to record the illness of
William G. Riley, who has been con-
fined to his bed for the past two or
three weeks.
Miss Helen King, Baltimore, spent
Sunday here with her parents.
Mr.. and Mrs. Frank King and a
friend, of Washington, D. c., spent
the wee-end at the home of VIM. G.
Riley.
Paul Harvey and family were visit
ing Mr.. and Mrs. Russell Harvey on
Sunday.
Mr.. and Mrs. ]. W. Steyer had as
guests on Sunday Karl Kyle, of Bar
ton; Carl Athey, Donald Smith, Junior
Moreland, Martha Metz and John H.
Metz.
Mrs. Alma Menke spent the week
end in Morgantown, w. Va.
Mr.. and Mrs. Audley Riley were
visiting at Boyd Steyer's on Sunday
evening.
Grant Harvey was a guest of Lee
Moyne King on Sunday.
A very interesting program was
rendered at the White Church Sunday
evening by Mrs. Milton Tucker and
others of Steyer.
There will be a memorial service
next Sunday evening at seven o'clock
at the church, which will consist Of
singing, instrumental music, talks,
recitations, etc.
Special revival services are being
conducted this week at the White
Church by Pastor Middaugh.
Sunday school on Sunday morning
at ten o'clock with special music by
the string band which will be a fea-
ture each Sunday morning. You are
welcome to all of these services.
The Republican. [volume] (Oakland, Md.) 1877-current, 1935-05-23
Homemakers' Column
Conducted by Miss Margaret Kirby
Burtis, Home Demonstration Agent
SAUCES FOR POACHED EGGS

SAUCES FOR POACHED EGGS
Although poached eggs are good
served plain on toast, they are es-
pecially good with various sauces.
italian sauce with poached eggs and
spaghetti is unusually good. Curry
sauce on poached eggs with rice has
an Oriental flavor. Horseradish sauce
over poached eggs on toast is a real
spring dish. Paprika sauce gives color
as well as flavor to Hungarian poached
eggs. The liquid for poached egg
sauces may be milk, water, vegetable
or meat stock. Chicken stock is es-
pecially good. Canned chicken soup
may be used if no stock is at hand
Quantities given make one cup of
sauce. Egg yOlk may be used for the
thickening, allowing one egg to take
the place of one tablespoon of flour.
One-fourth cup per serving is a good
allowance.
Italian Sauce
One tsp. grated carrot, 2 tbsp. chop
ped onion, tbsp. butter, l bay leaf,
2 tbsp. flour, Il c. stock or water, Il
c. strained tomatoes, Il tsp. salt and
dash of pepper.
Put the butter into a pan and to it
add the carrot, onion and bay leaf
Brown slightly. Add the flour, stirring
to make smooth paste. Then add the
stock or water and stir until thicken-
ed. Add salt and pepper to taste.
Paprika Sauce
Two tbsp. flour, 2 tbsp. butter,
tbsp, paprika, y tsp. salt, C. chicken
stock or milk.
Blend the flour, paprika and salt.
Make paste of the -four mixture and
a little OF the stock or milk Heat the
remainder Of the liquid, add to it the
flour paste, stirring until thickened.
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HOrseradish Sauce

Three tbsp. butter, C. water or
stock, 2 tbsp. -four, Il tsp. salt, dash
of white pepper, u C. well-drained
horseradish.
Make paste of the flour, salt and
little water or stock. Heat the re-
mainder of the water to boiling and
to it add the -four paste, stirring con-
stantly, When thickened remove from
fire and add the butter and stir until
we'll blended. Just before serving add
the horseradish, blending it thor
oughly. 1t is important that the horse
The Republican. [volume] (Oakland, Md.) 1877-current, 1935-05-23

and go home and mother their hus-
bands? If there are such, kindly come
forward to the front of the church"
A rather formidable looking spouse
came forward. "That's fine, my good
woman" the minister said. GO home
tonight and mother your husband"
The good woman" looked at him in
establishment. Il thought you said
'smother.'"
The Republican. [volume] (Oakland, Md.) 1877-current, 1935-05-23

radish be pressed as dry as possible.
Curry Sauce
Four tbsp. minced onion, 2 tbsp. but
ter, 2 tbsp. flour, tsp. curry powder,
u tsp. salt, 1 c. boiling water or
chicken stock.
Melt the butter in a saucepan. Add
the onion and cook for few moments,
but do not brown the onion. Blend
flour, curry powder and salt and add
to the onion. Stir until we'll cooked.
Standing covered over hot water for a
few minutes before serving develops
the flavor of this sauce.