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The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-01-31
Construction Work
 In State Bettered

Road conditions and detours in 4he state of Connecticut made fsecessary by highway construction A1lnounced by the Connecticut highway department as of January %.
 Construction, Traffic Maintained: Route No. us. 1
 0rcton. Long Hill road. Rein- Forced concrete pavement about z 1-4 miles.
 euae No. 10
 Simsbury. Main street. One-half xzaiIe storm water sewer under con- 6truction. Work shut down for win- ter.
 8sale No 80
 Sherman. 2 miles of construction AII 'on new location. No interfer- Azzee with traffic.
 nnfe No. 01
 U0shen- Cornwall road. miles of 19nstruction from the Cornwall town me south.
 8ule No. f3D
 North Eranford. Forest road. eszr one-half miles of waterbound Iz=acadam.
 eute No. 1se
 old Lyme. Black Hall river bridge and approaches.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-01-31

The Salvation Army is now push- ing its operations in the locality made famous by the historic meet ing of Henry M. Stanley and David Livingstone.
 Less than two hundred and fifty miles from Ujiji, Tanganyika, in the heart of Africa, where, under mango tree, the author -traveler greeted the missionary explorer with the dramatic words, "Dr. Living stone, I presume?" devoted Salva- tionist pioneers have established their headquarters, from which cen- ter they are at present engaged in cutting an ever widening swath through the darkness, ignorance, and superstitition of age-old heath enism.
 Twenty-seven months ago, Ad- jutant and Mrs. Francis Dare, with Captain and Mrs. Madete, their Af- rican assistants, arrived in Tan- ganyika--a country with 8 native population of over 5000, ,000-ano ur.furled the army banner at Ia. bora. They expected difficulties, ano were not in the least dismayed wher they loomed large from the very outset.
 Although there are many din. culties to be encountered" wrote thl adjutant in his first dispatch, "witl faith in God, much prayer and harc work, we are believing for great victories. We will endeavor to make Tabora ring with the name oi Jesus"
 Thus almost upon arrival the pioneer quartet held Q series of oper air meetings in various parts of the town. Captain Madete beating the drum, Mrs. Dare carrying the flag and the adjutant playing Q con- certina. Large crowds of people were attracted.
 By the end of the first week q store was fixed up for army occu. pancy and into 1t crowded the na. ttves to see and hear the strange folk who had landed in their midst Outside, looking in, was another large crowd. The meetings were at times of Q somewhat boisterous character because so many of tho attendants were under the infiuencs of liqtUr. But
 During the first weekend twen. ty-one natives sought the Christ at Army mercy-seat.
 Two converts walked more thar one hundred miles to attend or Army meeting. A drink slave, em. ployed in one of the government of. Aces, was captured. Another mar drove in from a distant town witt q load of hides. heard the Army'l message and was converted. etiI another man stopped iii to see nil
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zaatter of raise in salary, and EIaited for Q propitious time to Nr0ach the question. Twice or thrice sl1e was on the point of speaking to Chick about 1t; yet each time her courage failed. It was not till June zaak she found the time and the resolution coinciding.
 
 Rantoul had asked her to work Ufth him one evening on matter which just then engaged his en- erRies; and Kay demurred.
 Usually I'm glad to-, she re- minded him. But have date to- night that made two weeks ago."
 aCan't you break it?" he sug- Nested gravely. After all, that's the anndition under which we work here, you know. When we're busy, zk means long hours for us all"
 "I ought to know that" she as- sented indignantly. i've worked hours and hours of overtime, and never got cent for 1t"
 chick looked at her thoughtful lv. and for so long that Kay be- came uncomfortable under his steady eyes. "You don't need to be E0 glum about itl" she exclaimed. eIts truel And I've never had a raise, though you promised me one when I should have learned the business"
 .Think you've learned it9" he asked. u
 sI noticed you've used lot of my ideas" she retorted.
 Chick pushed aside the papers on hig desk, "Sit down, Kay" he said. Let's talk this over," And Kay did sit down, little breathlessly, her heart pounding cravenly against her ribs. He waited moment, smil- ed e little.
 a'Kay!" he said. Its long time sice we've had a straight talk. Honest and friendly. I've always Remembered that day we walked around the lake together. You were SO straightforward, and fresh, and young, and wise. I liked you then, and I like you now. But Kay, it's harder to like you now"
 Kay said defensively: Tt isn't a
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, She moved now ct top speed, in haste to be away, It was clear to her that she could not, just now, face Genevieve.
 Tn the morning Kay woke early, but lay pretending sleep. She heard
 Genevieve presently rouse and rise. Later the other girl said cherefuily:
 Wake up, KayI Stir your stumpsi
 You're due ct the office in forty
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-01-31
SUGAR WORKERS GET BONUS

Honolulu (U.P)-Sugar workers received $24,0O0,O00 in wages in 1885 besides free housing, fuel, medical service and disqualification. A new bonus system increased the amount over that of previous years.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-01-31
Chapter XI

Don't do it, darling" Genevieve pleaded. Work hard and be business woman, or else go h0me and marry Elmer. Anything but what you are doing This senseless, hectic. .."
 She made helpless gesture, tears in her eyes. Now suppose you hate me! can't bear to talk to you so. But -I cant bear not to!" Genevieve's tears melted Rays anger, left only fear. She threw herself into the others arms. But the terror remained, like spur. With a flesperate nervous determination she threw herself fnr while into her work: and she remembered that
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of the beaten track: . quiet lovely spot with the waters of Q mill pond tapping at the foundations of the veranda on which their table was set; and Kay thought it beautiful and said 50.
 "It's one of my discoveries" he told her. Sometimes when I want Q few quiet days I come up here-for c weekend, say"
 "A wonderful place for c honey moon," she remarked, not looking at him.
 He chuckled. Hardly, Kay. Too many memories. The ghosts might walkl"
 Copyright 1esS by Bep A. williams
 Kay has just coolly suggested marriage to Dane, for now that she is without . job she is beginning t0 feel desperate about the future. VIII Dane finally propose to her? Look for t0mOrrOw's exciting ifistallmeht.
 (To Do contlnued)
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-01-31

Knclng burglars that broke into HK home, Marie SIanikOva cf I1chUt, CzechosloYakia, bit one 90 sIeaflg that his cries attracted the
 ||ee. who arrested him and two
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-02-15
Waterbury Girls Club Activities Are Numerous

The regular meeting of the Board of Directors of the Waterbury Girls ClNb which was to be held Friday morning at the Leavenworth House was postponed until the second Fri- day in March.
 Miss Kathleen Crowley, Director of the Girls Club, reports that the second term which began February i2th finds few vacancies left in ei- thOr sewing or cooking classes. The registration for the second term is heavier than 1t has been for two years. The membership in the club is now i3A8 girls. Registration for . new cooking class for married women is still open. This class meets ct Leavenworth House from T.30 to 9:30 Wednesday evenings. It is intended for mothers of growing boys and girls who wish to acquire more balanced and attractive meri- us, menus for parties, etc.
 The tap dancing class for business
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-02-15

Miss Bettye Goldman, daughter of MT. and Mrs. Joseph Goldman of Walnut street will become the bride of Sydney Pasternak, son of MT. and Mrs. Ike Pasternak of Cooke street tomorrow at 4:30 o'clock, ct the Bcth-Isreal Synagogue on Kings bury street. Rabbi Moses D. Skein- kopf will perform the ceremony and the wedding music will be rendered by Lou Masters orchestra. A din- ner and reception will follow ct the Hebrew Institute.
 Miss Ruth Goldman, sister of the bride will be the maid of honor, and only attendant. The best man will be Jack Pasternak, brother of the bridegroom.
 The bride will wear Vionnet model of white satin lamegette, with the long full sleeves, fitted nt the wrists, and long skirt which ter- inmates in Q train. Her veil is Of tulle held in place with Q small wreath of orange blossoms at tho nape of the neck. She will carry roses and lilies of the valley.
 The maid of honor will wear a gown of aquamarine satin with a short jacket. The sleeves are of the dolman- pattern in three quarter length, and her slippers are of a harmonizing shade. She will carry bronze chrysanthemunns.
 The gown worn by the brides mother is of black transparent vel- vet with accessories to match. The bridegroom's mother is wearing black crepe with matching accessor- les. Both will wear corsages of gar- deniaS.
 The bridal couple plan wedding trip to Washington, D. 0. and At- lantic City, and will live, upon their return, on Walnut street.
 The bride will wear for travel, a costume of oxford grey trimmed in caracul with black accessories.
 Out of town guests will include those from New York, Boston, Cali
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-02-15
Personal

Miss Anne Milan and Miss Anne Derwin were recent visitors in New York.
 Mrs. Arthur Biick and son oi Chipman street have returned after spending month with Mrs. Blick's parents Mr. and Mrs. John Hallo- way of Bethlehem.
 MT. and Mrs. L. D. Barker of Will low street are spending the week. end in Springfield.
 Misses Mary Hall and Elizabeth Grimm of Baldwin street are gpend- ing Q few days in New York city.
 Pvt, Louis Dyson and Pvt. Grafton Thompson of the U. s. army have been the guests of MT. and Mrs. w B. Dyson of State street for sev- eral days.
 MT. and Mrs. William Carpenter of South Main street are spending Q few days in Providence. R. l.
 
 Edward Lahey has returned to his studies at Villanova College after having been confined with illness at his home on Ridge street for the past three weeks.
 Miss Mary Witywak of Seymour who sailed recently for Berumda and Miss Agnes Lavin of Water- town who left recently for Florida were guests of honor at Q bon voy- age party given at the home of MT. and Mrs. Armand Marcanthony of South View street recently. A spaghetti supper was served and en- tertainment was enjoyed. Those at- tending were: Misses Gertrude Kerr win. Julia 6oSkoslsy. Martha Butter field. Nellie Horan, Mary Wityak, Agnes Lavin, Robetr Graham. Har- rlson, William Jones, Robert Ras- musscn, Robert Ford, John Launs- letter, and Mrs. and Mrs. A. Mar canthony.
 Mfr. and Mrs. 8. Burnham Ter " of Willow street are in Cleve- land, Ohio, where they will at- tend the wedding of their son, 8 Burnham Terry, Jr, of Lakewood Ohio, to Miss Mildred Claspill daughter of MT. and Mrs. Charles Ciaspill of Cleveland, which takes place this evening ct 7:30 o'clock at the Claspill residence. Rev. Ar. thur s. Lewis of the Lakewood Baptist church will perform tho ceremony in the present of only the members of the immediate families
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-02-15

girls which formerly met aC Malon- ey school has been transferred to tho Civic Theater. This class meets every Thursday from b:l6 to 6:i6 The regular Washington Hill Bas- ketball and Gymnasium schedule will be resumed on February goth Renovation of the gymnasium de- layed the opening of these classes in the Washington Hill section.
 Through the courtesy of Miss Emelyn Barrett Of the Bronson Li- brary Q regular schedule of Story Hours is now in operation. The games and Story Hour are part oi the recreation program for tho youngest members of the club. They meet In the two North End branch. es, the South End, Washington Hill Hopeville, Brooklyn and West Side Hill sections. The average attend ance is seventy littlest girls every afternoon.
 The February meeting of the Ath- letic association was held at the Brooklyn Community Center Thursday evening, February 18th It took the form of e Valentine sup- per with decorations, favors and leo cream in the spirit of the day, After the dinner, which was served by members of the Athletic associa- ton Foods Club. which meets at the B r ooklyn Community Center Thursday evenings the annual meeting of She Athletic association tookaplace. Miss Christine Kelly pre- sided. The election of officers for the coming year was the first business of this meeting. The nominating committee consisting of Antoinette Cattana of the Brooklyn branch, Lillian Bunnell of the North End Branch and Rita Church of the Washington Hill branch. The fol- lowing officers were elected: Miss Dorothy Blocker. President, Miss Christine Kelly, First Vice Presi- dent, Miss Rose Diorio, Second Vice President, Miss Eleanor Leahy, 5ec- retary and Miss Edith Lattanzio, Treasurer. Seven new members were admitted to membership in the Ath- lctic association which is the hon. or group among the five hundred girls who are enrolled in the phys- ical education classes. Girls club letters were awarded to the new members, from Washington Hill, Rita Church, Dorothy Danaher and Loretta Craven, from the North End Lillian Bunnell, from Brooklyn Lucy Russo and Angeline Chiccet- tl. Those present at the meeting were Christine Kelly. Dorothy Blacker, Lillian Bunnell. Margaret Mahoney, Margaret Danaher, Mar garet Canfield, Stephanie Qworek, Ann Danaher. Edith Lattanzio, Rose Diorio, Antoinette Cattana, Rita Church, Kathleen Fitzgerald, Loretta Craven, Dorothy Danaher, Eleanor Leahy and Miss Kathleen Crowley.
 Valentine parties for the younger children have been held all during this week. Tn the Brooklyn Center the girls in the sewing classes and the cooking classes held parties planned by their teachers Mrs. Mary skahan and Miss Ann Danahcr. The children in the sewing classes which meet in the South End spon- sored by the Quota Club of whom Miss Grace Wolff is President and the Coronas Club whose president is Lena Mapganaro held their valen- tine parties Saturday attended by about one hundred children. The cooking classes which meet ct Leavenworth House made Valentine cookies for their parents. These inc cluded Banbury Tarts, Heart shaped Filled Cookies. Cakes and Cup Cakes decorated with tiny red hearts and candy.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-02-15
The Story Thus Far

Kay Grammar, late of Wellesley leaves a wild yachting party with Bob Dakin, medical doctor Motoring back to Boston, he drunkenly insists on marrying her. Sober however, he is mortified for he is engaged to Priscilla Hyde. The Dakins are un- expectedy kind but Priscilla is insulting so Kay begs Bob to wait until spring for divorce. He reluctantly consents but their marriage is to be one lin name only" Returning from one weeks cruise they settle down in an apartment. AS the months pass, Bob becomes deeply engrossed in his medical work Kay discovers that he is corresponding with Priscilla but says nothing, for there is deep and growing companionship between herself and Bob.
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He protested with some violence that she was absurd. "It isn't that don't want to -- go with you. he insisted, too loudly. I'm busy tell you, and tired all the timeP
 So they seldom went anywhere except on rare occasions to a mov- ing picture, and on Sunday even- ings to his fathers house for bridge. Kay had the long days free, and filled them as she could: and sometimes she saw Genevieve, and once or twice Sally Hays came in, or Cissie Means.
 It was Sally who told Kay that Chick Rantoul and Helen Ripley were engaged. "They won't be mar ried till Helen graduates" she ex- plained. But they're like an old married couple already. Sit together not even talking by the hour; just purring like Q couple of cats."
 "I'd like to see Helen," Kay con- fessed. T wish she'd come in with you, sometime"
 Sally nodded. i've asked her to, " she said. T think she doesn't dare face youl She planes Dane for all this that happened, you know. That New London business"
 Kay smiled. "She mustn't blame Dane, she said. "He's - that kind of Q man, that's all."
 Once when she went to the of- flee of Burnett and Gould to pick up Genevieve for tea, she encoun- tered Chick Rantoul in the cor- ridor, and he hesitated uncertainty, and she was quick to congratulate him.
 Sally told me about you and Helen," she explained. I'm so glad for you both!"
 He nodded, eyes suddenly twink ling; and he gripped her hand. Thanks, he said. He looked at her shrcwdly. "You know, you and I have always talked straight, Kay" he reminded her. "When you mar ride Bob, thought badly of you. I take 1t back. You've been the best thing in the world for him."
 Kays checks were always quick to flame at any praise and they did so now: but she said swiftly: "Oh, you mustn't think that, or say that, Bobs fine; but everything he's done is -- his own doing. None of mine at all."
 He chuckled. "I know" he assent ed, unconvinced. "They taught me in college that post hoo, ergo prop ter hoo was q fallacy. Just the same, he was running wild; then he married you or you married him -- and now he's steadied down I heard q doctor in Detroit mention him, last week. Kay, he's going to be a big mani"
 She found it hard to speak, nod dcd and hurried away; and her heart was hot with pride.
 Several times during the winter Priscilla invited them to dine to the theater, to this occasion and that; but Kay. at Bob's insistence each time refused. T haven't seen her since last spring. Kay" he said Except once. by accident and once when she came to the office. And
 I don't intend to. There would be talk, mighty quick. if I did"
 Kay said: Don't think I'd mind Bob. She's almost your oldest friend"
 "No," he insisted grimly. "I'd rather not" and the matter for the moment rested here.
 Kay wrote long letters home, dur ing this winter: SkIllful lctterf which without outright mendacity nevertheless conveyed an utterly
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-02-15
SOCIAL ACTIVITIES
Women Voters To Meet On Monday

Mrs. Cornelius Kruse of Middle town, state chairman of tn ecom- mittee in international co-opera- ton, will be the main speaker at n luncheon meeting of the Water bury League of Women Voters on Thursday, February goth, at l2 o. clock at the Hotel Elton.
 Mrs. Kruse will speak particular ly on the discussions at the confer- ence on the cause and cure of war which was held recently in Wash- ington. She spent several weeks touring Europe last summer with Q special commission studying flnan- cial, political and social conditions in the various countries.
 Mrs. J. Harold Root, local league president, who was recently ap- pointed to the New Haven county nominating committee, has an- nounced that the members of the Waterbury league are invited to at- tend the New Haven league lunch- con meeting which will be held on Wednesday, February 18th, at l2:30 o'clock at the Law club. Ex-Sena- tor F. c. Walcott will speak on re- organization of the state welfare department.
 A spaghetti supper was given rec gently at the home of MT. and Mrs. Alex Kawczynski of Orange street. Games and dancing were enjoyed. Those present were: MT, and Mrs. Plank, Mrs. Smith, Mrs. Blasco, Mir. and Mrs. Kawczynski, Misses Alice Plank, Virginia Blasco, Grace Whit way, Helen OConnor, Helen Me- Lennan, Ruth Winters and E. Ed- ward, Robert Mclean, Raymond Plank, Elliott Gardi, Joseph Careso, John Smith, Anthony DiMartino, John Cough, Joseph Denardi, Wal ter O'Heron and William Howe.
 Mrs. J. E. Smith and daughters, Mary and Margaret Smith of Co., lumbia boulevard are in Washing. ton, D. C., where they are the guests of Congressman J. Joseph Smith.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-02-15
WESLEYAN GLEE
 CLUB SINGS HERE

The wesleyan University 0lee club entertained at 6 concert last night in Temple hall under the aiis- piceg of tho Liberty Lodge Fellow crafters' association. More than 100 couples attended and dancing fol- Aewed the musical program; Ed- Wmrd v. Pope was leader of the club and John D. Carroll was sc- companist. The committee on arr raneemenls was headed by pr. Ed- win v. Nrbe.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-02-15
Lodge To Sponsor Annual Dance

The third annual dinner-dance of the Elizabeth al silvestro Lodge, Sons of Italy, will Do held on Tues- day evening, at waverly Inn.
 Miss Hope sandulll is chairman of the committee in charge and il assisted by Misses Louise Meo, Arl- gle Carlssirni, Helen Calabrese, Lou- ise LoEsusso and Emeline 0uarine.
 The group sponsors q dance dur- ing the winter season yearly, and the affair is always largely attend- cd,
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false impression. She was very hap py, Bob was very busy: they might manage to come to Carvel during the summer, for few days, if Bob could get away. Mrs. Grammar wrote Kay every week, and never questioned her. Once, to Emily Kay wrote:
 Mother desn't even seem curi- ous about me. Is she angry with me about something. Emily? She never asks questions. It makes me feel as though she were sort of holding back, restraining herself :"
 But Emily replied reassuringly:
 Nonsense! Of course not. Mothers mighty proud of you, and of Bob. and anxious to have you come up here when you can. She worries about father, some. of course. He's not very well; and he's growing so old, Kay. hope you and Bob can come, this summer"
 And she gave news of the baby, now a stout youngsters able to bawl Justify for whatever he de- sired: and she wrote about her. self:
 Tin so well now, and George is expanding his business buying up the little village stores around Car vel, as they come on the market. He can save money on the things he busy, by buying larger lots and getting Q bigger discount; and the little stores are feeders, because they take butter and eggs and fresh vegetables in trade, and send them in to the store here, so 1t is good business both ways. Out in the country, the people buy canned vegetables, and condensed milk, and dry groceries, you see; and here in Carvel people buy fresh vegetables. It's absurd for farmers to sell their fresh things, or let them rot on the ground, and then buy what they eat in the winter, but they do: and George is doing ever so well. He's director of the bank, now, too ;"
 Kay read smilingly: and some times she made dresses for the baby and sent them to Emily, and Emily sent snapshots of the youngster which Kay treasured.
 Once, in @ weary impulse to con- fess the truth, she wrote Emily honestly that there was no chance of bringing Bob to Carvel during the summer. We're just waiting till people forget about the way we were married" she scrawled. "Then I'll have to let him go." To write the letter was relief; but she tore 1t up, when 1t was done.
 One afternoon fin late March when she came home from the lib- rary. Priscilla's card was on the table in the. hall; and Kay. staring at the harmless pasteboard, shiver- cd as if she were cold. She was not surprised, two or three weeks latter. when after q ring at the doorbell the maid came to tell her that Pris- ella was in the living room. Kay received the announcement with outward composure, and directed that ten presently be served; but she stood in front of her mirror to muster all her resources before she went to face the other girl.
 Priscilla. when Kay came Into the living room, was standing by the window toward the river. her back toward the door by which Kay en- tered. Kay had come quietly, so that the other did not hear her, or pretend not to hear: and Kay was the first to speak. She said:
 Good afternoonl"
 And Priscilla turned and smiled. She was. Kay thought as lovely as ever; tall, serene. assured. She came