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The Daily Alaska empire., 1936-10-14

First publication, Aug. 26. 1886. Last publication. Oct q. 1886. i.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-10-30
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High School Honors
 For October Issued
Eastern Star to Honor Visiting MatrOns and Patrons Nov. lI-MethOdst Women Plan Supper, Sale

Watertown, oct. 3O-The honor Hist for the eight weeks ending Oc- tOber 26 has just been announced by the. Watertown high school. To be eligible for high honors a student must maintain four As, or if he is taking five subjects, four As and a B. For second honors an average of 85S6 or better is necessary, with no C's.
 Senior class High honors: Jean Barbaret, Roger Cleveland, Jane O'Connor, Nellie Yonkaitis, Waeoika Petkievicz. Second honors: Mildred Panilaitis, Lena PereSada, Alice Ruppel, Jane zarrelli, Mary zeidler, Barbara Banks, Virginia Copeland, Harry Hull, Aldona Labasauckas, John vehbila, Edward Murphy, Ber- nard Valuckas, Betty Wargo, Bar bara Adams, Carolyn Beardsley, Marie Lacey, Ray Cummings.
 Junior class-High Honors: Shir- ley Stothart; second honors: Olga Lehotskie, Edna Petkievicz, Helen Pills. .Adella YakuleVich, Florence Lacey, Evelyn Pronovost, Betty Ramnn. Helen Soment, Ruth CurtisS, Marguerite Jarlett.
 Sophomore class-High honors: Mary Hickcox, Doris Beers, Aldona Zanavich. Second honors: Thomas Arlington, Lillian Boisvert, Anna Fogelstrom, Selma Goldberg, Adella Palmer. Gloria Cleveland, Adeitne Herman, Ruth Atwood, Lucienne neccoteaiix Anna PopOVich, Eva Lehotskie, Viola Denver, Eleanor Beers.
 Freshman class: High honors: Ruth Kinkel, Mary Davis, Jean Mitchell, Irma Copes, John Miller Second honorS: Marjorie Brew, Nel- son Corcoran, Agrafina Vlsockls' Lucy Zaccaria, Janet Magee, Fior- ence Spino, Catherine DeLanad' LOIS Green, Candida Jary, Virginia
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-10-30
lMarket Opening Very |ActiDe, Prices High
SteeIs Led Race to Higher Ground Cotton Futures Firmed- Amusement Shares Again Predominant

featured by Paramount which opened 5000 shares at 17 1-2 up 1-4 and a new high and Loew's which rose 5-8 to 57 1-2. Utilities were firm. Commonwealth 6S Southern opened 10000 shares at { IA un- changed. Consolidated Edison at AT 3-4 was up 3-8. Rails we're steady. Cerro De Pasco made a new high in coppers. Others to make new highs included Andes Copper at g up 1-2; Western Union 95 5-e up 5-8, and Sears Roebuck 97 3-8 up 7-8.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-10-30
OLDEST JOB

George Burns, who has just com pleted "The Big Broadcast of 1937' for Paramount, claims to have the oldest job in Hollywood. He has to keep his wife a nut. If Oracle Allen ever said anything sensible, the family fortunes would De wrecked.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-10-30
NIrs. Rennett Chosen
G ANT BUSINESS AWAY

-ar.es Bickfo-d, who has many business interests aside from his film caree-. and who continues his villainous characterizati0ns in Cecil B. DeMille's %The Plainsnan, once gave a successful gas station away yia q newspaper ad.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-10-30
By ELMER c. WALZER United Press Financfal EdffoV

New York, Oct. 3O.-UP) -Steels led the stock market higher at an active opening today. Cotton fu- lures firmed a few points. Bonds were quiet and steady.
 Bethlehem Steel opened 1900 shares at 73 1-2 up 1 Ia. U. S. Steel opened 4,0O0 shares at 77 5-8 up 5-8; National Steel 1900 at 72 up 1-2; Youngstown Sheet & Tube 86 3-8 up 3-8, and Republic Steel 1.5O0 at 8 3-4 up IA.
 Amusement shares were active,
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-10-30
Annu :. .1upper Successful

The a. nual supper at St. Mary
 'agda' enc church hall last eve ming was very successfll. Over seven h ndred atten led. Rev. Thomas Mc- Garry. pastor. wishes to thank all those Awh helped to make this sup- per Rsucecss. Mrs. Charles Kelly S the c.,airlady.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-10-30
nOTTpTr CHORE

Edwin Maxwell, orten mistaken for Edward Arnold along Holly wood boulev.. 1. Is serving as dia- logue director on Cecil B. DeMille's production. "The plainsman," and also pla. ing the role of Edwin stanton. Llncoln's secretary ol var
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-10-30
CHESHIRE NEWS
 Hubert Rigney
 Cheshire Phone S3S
RALLY SPEAKERS
 BACK DEMOCRATS
Cross, McDermott, and Shanley Cite Adnlinis-
 tratiOn's Deeds

Quite a large attendance was at the democratic rally in town hall last night. Gov. Wilbur L. Gross gave very good talk. He said that since he had first voted, he had voted democratic. Among other speakers were Mrs. Nora Mahaney Harris, vice. chairman of the state central committee; Frank L. Mc- Dermott, candidate for state sena- tor from the 14th district and Con- gressInan James A. Shanley.
 All cited what had been done by the present administration and urged that the voters go to the polls Tuesday and support the present administration.
 The Senior Aid society of the Con- gregational church met this morn- ing at the home of Mrs. Bernard M. Allen.
 Mrs. Bennett Chosen
 Mrs. Thomas Gray Bennett oi South Cheshire, has been named chairman of the gardens committee of the Junior league of New Haven
 Roger Cook of Main street is re- cuperating at his home from an appendicitis operation at St. Marys hospital.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-10-30
MARxEs SEEK HORSE

The Marx Brothers, who would like to own a racehorse, are more concerned over what they would name their thoroughbred than what one to purchase.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-10-30
MlDDLEBURY Eleanor Read
 Telephone 4-65N
DEMOCRAT WOMEN MEET IN NORWICH
Several Local Members Going to State Gather
 ing Tomorrow

{ Attention is called to the electors meeting in the Old Center school building Tuesday, November 3d from a. m. to 2 p. m. for the pur- pose of casting ballots in the elec- tion.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-10-30

at the Knights of Columbus Club rooms on Water street tonight at 8:3O p. m. Cash prizes will be award ed. These pinochle parties are be- ing conducted every Friday evening throughout the winter.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-10-30

el tables of cards were in play at the High school Athletic Asso- citation benefit card party in the high school gym last night, of which 62 played pinochle, 16 bridge and 3 set back. High scores in pin ochle were made by Miss Mabel Lincoln and George Nedderman, second high. Mrs. Robert Robinson and George KinduesS, third high; Miss Tillie Berriatchez and Otto Post, low; Miss Margaret Duff, Miss Helen Tycenski and M. DiGrozzi of Torrington. High bridge scorers were Mrs. Howard Wolfe and Wal ter Barrett; second high, Mrs. Fred Lake and Randall Pathway: third, Miss Gladys Young and Charles Tibbals; low, Mrs. Ctephen Madi- gan and Charles Kellie.
 Rev. Julius Pac scored high ir setback; H. Ryan second and Mrs K. Anges. The Seth Thomas Clock was awarded to Miss Dorothy Kee- nan of Waterbury and the ham to Mrs. Stanley VOlovski. The long list of door prizes donated by local merchants were distributed.
 Final reports of the ticket sale are not in but it is expected that the sale will have reached 400. A large sum was realized on the sale of tickets for the clock and ham The amount raised by the affair is expected to be higher than that o1 a similar one the past year. Mrs. Harrow Kindness and Man. dell Green, teachers in high schoo were in charge and were assisted by other teachers and high schoo pupils.
 Brief Notes
 George Boutellier of Greens Farms, a former resident, was g visitor here yesterday.
 The condition of Postmaster Frederick c. Flynn, who is confined to his home on Judson street witt |
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-10-30
Armistice Dinner Dance

The Arrnistice dinner dance of the American Legion will be held in Morrison's hall Wednesday, Novcm- Der II. A turkey supper will be served at 6:45 o'clock, followed by dancing until midight.
 The ladies' lodge of Hibernians has postponed its meeting scheduled at the hall for that night so that the Legion can hold the event. There will also be card playing for those who desire 1t.
 The committee consists of J. H. Russo, E. w. Mallette, J. A. Blake, W. 0. Kruser, and J. E. Potter.
 Public Card Party A public pinochle party will be held
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-10-30
TORRINGTON Correspondent: Thomas Carr. Phone T0rrington 6445
AUTO OVERTURNS, |,
 OPERATOR LUCKY
Michael Metro Narrowly Escapes Being Killed on
 HarWintOn Road

Michael J. Metro, 36, of 321 East Elm street, narrowly escaped seri- ous injuries when a car he was driving overturned on the Torring- ton-Harwinton road at 9 o'clock yesterday evening. The mishap occurred as Metro, travelling to- ward Harwinton, failed to make a curve near the Samuel Mcintosh place.
 He was treated by physician for lacerations about the left eye and nose. The car was badly damaged and was removed to the home of Oakley French nearby. Lieutenant Harry Copley and Officer Ernest Hurlbut investigated for the police.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-10-30
MAURICE MINOR
 RALLY SPEAKER
Democrats Will Hold Final Gathering Before Elec-
 ton Tonight

One of the largest crowds to ever attend a political gathering in this town is expected in St. Casimir's hall on Burnham street this even- ing at o'clock for the rally under the direction of the democratic town committee.
 With this being among the last of the rallies scheduled for the state many important announcements in regards to the election next Tues day is looked forward to.
 Oscar R. HaSse, chairman of the democratic town committee, will preside. Among the speakers on the program will be Charles Satscher of New York, who has been assigned to this rally by the National Demo- cratic headquarters. He will speak on Labor. Others will be Mrs. Nora Mahaney Harris, member of the State Democratic Committee and vice chairman of the Demo- cratic Women's clubs; Comptroller Charles Swartz of Norwalk, seeking reelection on the state ticket; Frank Smulski of New Britain, con- nected with the state motor vehicle department, and Casimir Majiewicz prominent business man in New Britain.
 Rev. Harry w. Perkins of Wood- bury seeking the senatorial election in this district, and Maurice Minor one of the best known residents of this town, are also scheduled to speak.
 Wilbert N. Austin and Ralph Sey- mour, seeking reelection to the house of representatives, will also be introduced to the audience.
 Large delegations from neighbor- ing towns are expected to be pres ent.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-10-30
Democrat Women Meet

The local democratic women are invited to the statewide meeting of the Connecticut Federation of Wo- mems clubs at Norwich Inn tomor- row afternoon at 12:30. Speakers will be Governor Cross, Senator I,onergan, Mrs. Edgarton Parsons of Boston, John B. Doyle of Stani- ford. Dr. Satti, Comptroller Charles Schwarz. Hon. William Citron, Will liam J. Fitzgerald, candidate for congress from the second district.
 Local officials and candidates will also be present.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-10-30
On lrc-, School Entertains

The high school department of the Congregational church school will he..vs the Christian Endeavor society as guests tonight at 7:30 o. clock 1t Halloween party in the c 'rch hall. Ticket committee con- sists of Walt: Hart, Iona Palmer. Philip Hansen, with Albert Krull as adult adv:- Refreshments, James Florian, Irene Watts. Mildred BareS, Lucius SnJ Ter, with John Mclean as adult adv :. Entertainment and games, Margaret Budd, Eleanor Hard, Nelson Corcoran, Irving Deck CT, with Hilca Ericson and Esther Ericsson, as adult advisors. Decorat- ing. Anna Marie, Tringa, Joseph Tringa, Carolyn Beardsley, Mildred Bottelle, with Robert Ericsson, as adult leader. Diswashing and clean u?, Mildred Bares, Jean Menetrey, Grace antora, Doris Fraser, with Albert Krull and Mrs. Locke, as adult leaders.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-10-30

an attack of pneumonia, is reported as improved.
 MT. and Mrs. Robert Warland and family of Watertown road are mov- ing into the Single block on Good win court.
 Dr. and Mrs. Robert Hagen who have been spending the past few months out of town have returned to their home on Union street. Mrs. Hazen is much improved in health.
 Plans are being made by mem- bers of Gregorek Post, V. F. w. and
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-10-30
Plan PIeasant Weekend

MT. and Mrs. Samuel N. Andrew are planning to atetnd the Yale Dartmouth football game in New Haven tomorrow afternoon, and from there will go to New York city, where they will spend the week end.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-10-30
Halloween Card Party

A Hal ,we'en card party was spon- sored by the Ladies Aid society of the Congrc -tional church last eve- ming at the church hall. The hall was attractively decorated with orange and black crepe paper. Prizes were awarded to each table and re- freShme 5 served.
 Those a. .nding were: Rev. and Mrs. Oscar Locke, Mrs. George Geo crholm, Mrs. G. Johnson, Mrs. Walter Wickstrom, Mrs. Richard Pearson, Mrs. Charles Venneau, Mrs. Oscar ziglatzki, Miss Ethel zizlatzki, Mrs. c. o. Wilson, Miss Helen FittS, Miss Bernice Flanagan, Mrs. Edward Flanagan, Miss Carolyn Pitts, MT. and Mrs. Ralph Clinton, Miss Caro- lyn Shaw.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-10-30
Halloween Party

The Middlebury Grange held a Halloween party at the Old Center school building, Tuesday evening. Francis Payne, grange-master was in charge. Games were played and refreshments enjoyed. At the next meeting the semi-weekly card party will be given. The grangers invite the public to attend.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-10-30

as boy; Jo. 2 Kuntzwener, clown; Dora Hirleman, Dutch boy; Joyce Baldwin, tom boy; Peggy Budd, old fashioned girl; Betty Lou Traver, Irish girl; Evelyn Ellis, gypsy; Mill dred Bares, dancer; Ruth Crosse, Russian girl; Dorothy Cutler Mae West; Violet Damico, old fashioned girl; Mary Eileen Locke, old fash toned girl; Ruth Traver, gypsey; Irene Fugliese, clown; Delaige Fugliese, clown; Josephine zac- caria, fisherman; Betty Dawes, clown: Peggy Lethbridge, gypsy; Laurette Barry Schoenmehl,, Span i-i; Florence Hoffman, George Washington; Carolyn Beardsley, Scotchman; Barbara Adams, Tom Sawyer; Marjorie Pratt, Mother Hubbard; Lucy zaccaria, Spanish.
 Volley ball will be played at Miss Hauser,s tennis court, Saturday morning at 9:30 o'clock.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-10-30
Samnle Ballots Arrive

Sample ballots have been received by Town Clerk Matthew F. Hayes and are being distributed to the voters who desire them. A large part of the pink ballots have been placed in various stores while the remainder have been places in the town hall and may be secured by asking for them.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-10-30

SerVance or AfmlSClce Lay. DeQlca- ton exercises of the monument erected some time ago in Seth Thomas park in memory of the local boys who lost their lives in the World War, will be held in con- junction with other activities of the day.
 $50 Made on Supper
 About $50 was realized on the harvest supper served Wednesday night by members of the Congrega- tional church in the church rooms The committee in charge was Mrs Charles Kellie, Mrs. William Mon- roe and Mrs. Walter French who were assisted by Mrs. w. E. Wight Mrs. Louis Griswold and Mrs. F. & Parsons.
 At a meeting of the republican committee Wednesday night plans were made for election day. It was decided to use @ room in the new Thomas house for republican head quarters for the day, and commit tees were appointed for the days activities.
 The democratic town committee at its meeting in the courtroom this evening will outline final plans fol election day. The party headquart- CTS for the day will be Lyons auto Show room on Main street. 
 Oil Burner on Fire A blazing oil burner in the home of Joseph Dickson on Litchf1elc street caused much excitement yes. terday until the chemical truck oi the fire department arrived to ex. tinguish the flames. Resulting dam. i age was from the smoke which filled the house.
 Marriage intentions have beer filed in the office of the town clerl in Waterbury of Erwin Speck ot Thomaston and Hilda Fuller of 10! Kingsbury street Waterbury. Fol. lowing their marriage the couple will reside in MT. Speck's home or the Waterbury road which wa! formerly owned and occupied by MT. and Mrs. Henry Koegel. Knitting Party Mrs. George Sangster entertained at a knitting party at her home or Elm street yesterday afternoon. Hel guests were: Mrs. Harry Benson Mrs. P. L. Ryan, Mrs. William Lun. dahl, Miss Edythe Dallain and Mrs B. H. Menke.
 Miss Pauline Hotchkiss entertain. ed at a Halloween party at hel home on North Main street las night.
 Robert Anderson has taken a DO sition at Scovill Manufacturinl Company in Waterbury. Floy, Woods have taken MT. Anderson position at Duff's store.
 Mary Melvin of grade 4B in tn garb of widow was awarded tn prize for the most original costum in the Center school Halloween parade yesterday. All of the grades in the school competed Judges were Mrs. John Johnston and Mrs. Mandell Green.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-10-30
Rrown FuneraI Today

Funeral services for Mrs. Phoebe J. Brown, 85, were conducted this afternoon at Forest View chapel, Winsted, by the Rev. Andrew F.. Chamberlain, pastor of the Metho- dist church.
 Mrs. Brown, widow of Dr. George w. Brown, died Wednesday at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Edith M. Simmons, Bayside, L. I. She was for many years a resident of Win sted, where her husband was a practicing physician.
 Survivors include three sonss Roy, of Torrington; Roger F., of Win sted; and Ralph, of Hartford; two daughters, Mrs. simmons, with whom she had resided for a year. and Mrs. Florence M. Lamb. of New burg. N. r.; and seven grandchil- dren.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-10-30
Plans for Observance

Plans are completed for the sec- ond annual Halloween parade and bonfire to be held by the North End Community Association tomor- row evening. The paraders will form on North Elm street from Prospect street facing west toward Main and will start promptly at 8:30 p. m.
 The bonfire at Besse Pond will be ready to set afire upon the ar rival of the parade. The committee invites all persons along the line of march who are wearing costumes to fall in line. Prizes will be award- ed at the park.
 The committee consists of Louis Pellegren, Rocco Anzollotti, Otto Jaeger and Thomas Mcleod.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-10-30
Red Cross Officers Named

Mrs. c. E. Bennett was reelected chairman of the Torrington Chap ter of the American Red Cross, at the annual meeting held at the high school Wednesday evening. Mrs. Burton H. Morrison was elected secretary to succeed Mrs. w. A. Hotchkiss, who resigned after serv- ing for 19 years. MT. Morrison also was elected a director.
 Other officers elected were: vice chairman, Mrs. J. B. Thursfield; treasurer, John M. Wadhams; direc- tors, Mrs. T. A. Harty, Mrs. T. w. Bryant, Mrs. c. B. Vincent, Mrs. O. M. Parker, Mrs. F. J. Damon. E. L.. Bramen, Mrs. T. L. Thompson, Her. man imBrahm, w. A. Gleason, pr. w. c. Kennedy, Paul Klambt, Ar thus G. Weigold, George J. Vogel; home service, Herman imBrahm; left saving, Paul Klambt; first aid. Dr. WIG. Kennedy; roll call, Arthur G. Weigold; JuniorRed Cross. George J. Vogel.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-10-30
Erecting New BuiIding

Work has been started on the erection of a new one-story build- ing for the Andrew Terry company in Pequabuck, the oldest foundry in the United States for the manu- facture of malleable iron castings. The building which will be of brick will be 60 by 40 feet and will be used for a shipping room.
 The new factory additions to the Cooper Oven Thermometer com- pany in Pequabuck and the Chap man Machine company on Main street are practically completed with machines now being moved into both of the new buildings.
 That business in Terryville is showing considerable improvement is noted in the fact that many new jobs have been given in the Eagle Lock company and several depart ments are working overtime.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-10-30
TERRYVHLE

|Correzpondeut: ]. 2. Ryan. ts| West Main SL-TeL s550. Bristol
 DivisIon.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-10-30
New Schedule

Announcement has been made by Supt. of Schools Harry s. Fisher that beginning Monday new schedule will go into effect in the high school. In the morning, classes will open at g a. m. and continue until 11:53 a. m. The afternoon session will be from l p. m., until 3:43 p. m. Periods will be 53 min utes. The first half will be devoted to recitations and the remainder to supervised study. This system is be- ing used successfully in number of schools about the state and 1t is expected to prove equally as ef- fective here.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-10-30
Szamier-O'Meara Engagement

MT. and Mrs. Dennis OMeara Of 35 Birge street have announced the engagement of their daughter, Dor othy, to Lucien Szamier, son of MT and Mrs. Vincent Szamier of Bristol. No date has been set for the wed- ding.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-10-30
Dance Tonight

Dance Tonight
 The Connecticut Raggies, Hill- billy band, will furnish music for an old fashioned and modern dance in the exhibition hall on the fair grounds this evening. Refresh nentS will be served.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-10-30
THOMASTON
THOMASTON
 CousspOndent-S R Grano-Tsl 7I-2 81 Tables In Play At School Benefit
Rev. Julius Pac High in Set Back at Party for Athletic
 Association Postmaster III With Pneumonia

LeRoy French Post, A. L. for a par ada Saturday, November in ob- servance of Armistice Day. Dedica- ton exercises of the monument erected some time ago in Seth Thomas park in memory of the local boys who lost their lives in the World War, will be held in con- junction with other activities of the day,
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-10-30

The democratic town committee at its meeting in the courtroom this evening will outline final plans for election day. The party headquart- CTS for the day will be Lyons auto show room on Main street.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-10-30
s5O Made on Supper

At meeting of the republican committee Wednesday night plans were made for election day. It was decided to use Q room in the new Thomas house for republican head quarters for the day, and commit tees were appointed for the days activities.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-10-30

OII DUIIHCE VH r VHC
 A blazing oil burner in the home of Joseph Dickson on Litchfield street caused much excitement yes- terday until the chemical truck of the fire department arrived to ex- tinguish the flames. Resulting dam- age was from the smoke which filled the house.
The Daily Alaska empire., 1936-06-22
SIMMONS DUE
 BACK SHORTLY

Ben L. Grimes, Territorial Sani- tation Engineer, who left Juneau aboard the Alaska Air Transport Bellanca Skyrocket seaplane flown by Sheldon Simmons. on tour of Bristol Bay and Kodiak Island ports, and Mrs Marie Drake, deputy Commissioner of Education, who boarded the plane at Naknek, will arrive here aboard the seaplane to- morrow night or Wednesday. The Bellanca reached Anchorage on the return flight last night. Jack Gucker, merchandise broker, who was a passenger throughout the trip from Juneau, will remain in An chorage.
 T. A. Morgan, manager of the Columbia Lumber Company of Se- attle, who travelled to Anchorage aboard the plane last week, re- turned here today aboard the steamer Yukon.