The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-04-13
Sunrise Services Largely Attended; MendelssOhn
 Chorus at End Church

Vividly bright colors of spring en- sembles made Q startlingly sharp contrast to gay and leaden skies yesterday as Waterbury held its an- nual Easter parade despite threat ening weather and frigid tempera- lures. There were many who refused to give up warm winter clothing and held of displaying new spring clothes until more seasonable wea- ther arrived but they were far out numbered by the valiants who eX- hibited their finery.
 If the psychology of colors means a great deal, then the Brass City is leaving the depression and it's wor- ries far behind, for bright and gay colors were seen yesterday much more than at any Easter in recent years. In choosing their Easter out fits, Waterbury's women folks turn ed to cheerful hues, as they placed in moth balls their more conven- tional-colored winter clothing. Seen in profuSion were coral, dubonnet, light blue, lilac, carrot, yellow and other eye-catching shades. Even the mems spring outfits reflected trend to brightness, with many light grays and tans being seen, and mems suits and topcoats and many instances carried sharp patterns of checks and plaids.
 Church Services
 But in donning its Easter finery, the city did not forget the essential religious significance of the day and churches were taxed to capacity at all services. Sunrise services drew many yesterday at dawn, and thou sands fiocked to services yesterday morning and afternoon and last evening. Churches were beautifully decorated for the festive day and special musical programs were offer- ed.
 There were only a few men seen at downtown church services who wore formal morning clothes, most of the dominant sex choosing to wear more informal outfits. A num- Der of men showed topcoats and suits which few years ago would have seemed too loud, but which are extremely popular this season. Bold checks and bright overplaids were on many suits and topcoats.
 Mannish suits and swagger suits were chosen by the majority of the fair sex for their Easter church-go- ing. Corsages were in abundance, with sweetpeas, violets and garden ias being apparently the most popu- lar.
 Striking Ensembles
 Womens hats almost unanimous ly carried artificial flowers, and scarcely hat was seen that did not have at least one flower on it. Many had the entire crowns covered with clusters of gay-hued flowers. Match ing gloves, handbags and other &C., cessories marked the finishing touches to many striking ensembles.
 Those who espoused strictly-man- nish tailored suits chose plain gray and navy blue in numerous cases, but there were still severely cut suits in bright colors the colors contrasting prettily with the plain lines of the garments. Straw hats were in most abundance, but there were many felts worn. Many of the mannish outfits were highlighted by notwithstanding bow ties and even wing collars.
 Beautiful Displays
 In churches, Catholic and Protest ant, Easter and its glorious signi- ficance were the themes of eloquent sermons. Profusions of flowers cov- cred the altars of the churches, with lilies being the popular and tradi- tional theme of decoration. Many Waterburians visited several church. es during the day to admire the Easter decorations, with hundred visiting the church of the Immacu-