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Milford chronicle., 1936-01-10

/ Bronstein and children kathryn and
jeanne 81 Wilmington.
Mrs. R0xie G Dukes had "a dinner
guests on Sunday, Mrs. NJ. Pasha
Watson. Mrs. Beulah McCabe. Miss
Maude McCabe, Mrs. EIma Derrick
son Of town. and Mrs. Anna Fish Of
Camden y. - house guest Of Mrs.
Dukes.
Mr.. and Mrs Armeli A. Hudson
were callers at the home Of MIR. and
Mrs. John Murray near Roxana on
Sunday afternoon.
Miss Clara Holloway was din
ner guest Of Mr.. and Mrs. Joshua
McCabe last Saturday evening.
Mr. and Mrs G. w. Jarrett return
ell 10 their home on Walnut street
last week after having spent the
holiday period IN Linden, N. with
Mr.. and Mrs. Paul Brown, formerly
Of this town.
The Misses Reta Long and Mar
guerite Richards left on Friday to
resume their school duties the for
mer az Beacon College. Wilmington,
and the latter at Temple University
IN Philadelphia Others who have 1
returned 70 their various schools are
Mary Fassitt Mildred McCabe Billy 1
lanes, Armell Long, University Of Il
Delaware. at Newark: Townsend
Iubbs, Iawrenceville. MI. Hannah
,ong, Beaver College. Jenklntawn.
"a; Charles Dukes st. Augustine,
IA Blu Tubbs, Culver Military {
.cademy in Culver, Indiana: Miss {
Hen Williams who spent the hOli-
ay period with her grandmother,
lrs. Hetty Williams, has also re- n
irned to her school work at the b
enn Hall School in Pennsylvania. d
Miss Mildred Kentz Of Wilmington, 7
former teacher here, spent several j
lys IN town as the guest Of Mr.. and 3
rs. William b. Derrickson. ~
Mr. and Mrs. Francis. Adkins and
lughter Doris were invited guests u
Mr.. aud Mrs Harvey MeCabe and d
aghter Kathleen at family din Al
r given at their home at Bayard on al
Itnrday last The Adkins family al
d as dinner guests the previous to
lnday, her two brothers. Harvey
d William, two sisters. Mrs. Edna ht
ilkins. Mrs Ida Murray and their W
miles, Of Roxana and Bayard. Due ou
III health her parents. Mr.. and st
8. Levin MeCabe were unable to d.
end. va
VIZ. and Mrs. Elmer West and son wi
orge Elmer motofed to .Colling- no
Ie, Pa on Sunday morning and M
mt the day with. his brother and no
nily. Mr.. and Mrs. Edgar West en-
! Mr.. and Mrs Raymond Mills.
Ars. Elsena Holloway, Mr.. and
5. Walter Long, Mr. and Mrs. w. CI
MeCabe were guests Of the for IL
rs son=in-law and daughter, Mr.. wi
Mrs. Strait Burbage in Ocean
" on Sunday. s;T
liver Simpler Of FELTON,. spent n,
eral days Of his vacation period IA
Milford chronicle., 1936-01-10
RLANcHARD'S STATION
Weadlne

/ HNAANAAAH
a very quiet but pretty double
wedding was solemnized in Toddi
Chapel Church on New Years Ev,
lat o'clock IN the afternoon, in the
Ipresence Of many relatives and
friends Of the contracting parties
The brides were cousins.
Miss Beya zott, daughter Of Mr..
and Mrs. Fred H. Zott became the
bride Of Mr. Darwin Savage. son Of
Mr.. and Mrs Eurie Savage Of near
Lincoln City, and Miss Florence ZOtt
daughter Of Mr.. and Mrs. Leonard
Zott became the bride Of Mr.. Wilson
Cannon. son Of Mr.. and Mrs. Grover
Cannon OF near Greenwood. The
brides each wore blue transparent
velvet with matching accessories and
a corsage bouquet Of sweet peas while
the grOOms wore blue. The PARTIES
were unattended. Albert johnson,
son Of MIR. and Mrs. T. A. johnson
OF near Adamsville, played the we'd
ding march. Rev. James LangrelI
OF Farmington, and pastor OF Todd's
church performed the ceremony, at
the alter trimmed with pine. Mr.. |
and Mrs. Savage will reside in Har-
rlngton -as the bride is employed |
there and the groom Is operating a /
llling station In the suburbs OF Mil
ford.
Mr.. and Mrs. Cannon win prob-
IDLY reside with the brides parents
or a short time. Mrs. Cannon is al
70 employed in Harrington while the !
room is affiliated with a flliinr sta
ion in Bridgeville. Each couple
ave the best wishes Of their many
riends for a happy and successful {
larried life. q
Miss Lois Todd a student nurse in b
he Methodist Hospital spent the .
olidays here with her parents Mr.
nd Mrs, John G. Todd.
Mr.. and Mrs. AiVa OBieF sbent q
le holidays In Florida. 2
MIR. and Mrs. ID. u. Lloyd enter .
lined TO dinner on Sunday Mr.. ana o
RS. Alya Lloyd Of Greenwood, Miss L
iadys Lloyd and Clifton Hammond. j
Mr.. and Mrs. Gordon Warner ana
mily Of Canada spent the holidays b
sre with the latter's parents. Mr..
I'd Mrs. George Zott. al
Miss Elizabeth Burr OF Philadei- di
Tia spent part Of the holidays here NJ
st week, and also attended the
edding Of her cousins. Misses Beva 50
ID Florence ZOtt. 70
Miss Gladys Dukes Of Phlladel la
ia has been visiting her mother en-
re a few days.
Mr.. and Mrs. Darwin Savage were
lner guests of their parents near
neoin, New Years Day.
Mr.. and Mrs. Clarence Parker Of n,
ar WoOdenhawk spent Sunday af- =
noon with Mr.. and Mrs. c. L. ;n
.rmon and son. - -
Milford chronicle., 1936-01-10

Little Girl-This doll / got for
Christmas is just like a real baby
II VIII close its eyes and 20 to sleen
when you lay it down.
Her Youthful Uncle 1.-THE father of
six-months-Old tWins) = But /
thought you said it was like a real
baby?
Milford chronicle., 1936-01-10
ROXANA

The revival meetings are still in
progress at Roxana N. E. Church
with the pastor, Rev. W. NJ. Parker.
in charge, assisted by DR.. Brasher
Of Alabama.
Milford chronicle., 1936-01-10

Gertie Giggle says hanging mis-
tletoe on a chandelier is just form
Of Dutch courage.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-03-31
N. Y. Supreme Court
 Judge To Speak Here
Hon. Edward s. DOre to Be Guest of Mt Manresa Re- treatants-Band to Honor Promoter Hennessey

Hon. Edward s. Dore, judge of the supreme court of the state of New York, vii be the speaker when the 10th annual banquet of the Mt. Manresa Refreshments is held at the Hotel Elton, May 28th, it was announced today. Judge Dore was secured through Rev. William J. Duane, s. J., who has acted as spiritual director for the retreat ments on their pilgrimages.
 Through Father Duane's per- suasion, Judge Dore set aside his usual disinclination to making pub lie addresses. Judge Dore is said to be a thoughtful scholar and a brilliant orator.
 On resignation of the Hon. Vic- tor Bowling, Judge Dore was nam ed to fill the vacancy in the high est court of the Empire State. He was later elected to fill the usual IA year term.
 The banquet celebrate the 20th anniversary of the first visit made to Mt. Manresa by James Hennes- sey, now promoter of the local retreatants. Now more than 200 men annually make retreats from this city.
 Attorney Vincent scully is chair man of the invitations committee. Assisting him are Edward Daly, Mortimer Connor, John Mates, Daniel Sullivan and Carl Demen- ske.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-03-31
SCHOOL CHILDREN
 TO HEAR CONCERT

Pupils of St. Thomas' parochial and Bishop public grammar schools will have an opportunity to give way to any vocal yearnings they have to the accompaniment of the WPA band this afternoon at three o'clock in St. Thomas parish hall. The program will be divided into Q regular presentation of the WPA or- ganization and group singing with the band. Rev. Joseph Donnelly of St. Thomas parish will be in charge.
 Friday the same kind of program will be given at St. Margaret's hall for the pupils of that school, under the supervision of Rev. Peter Daly. These school concerts are presented through the efforts of William J. Derwin of the park department, who handles engagements of the WPA musical unit, headed by Cosmo Vendetti.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-03-31
DIRECTOR FARLEY
 AWARDS PROJECT
PWA Contract for High. way Work in MiddIebury
 Given New Haven Firm

William J. Farley, state director of the public works administration for Connecticut, announces the awarding of contract for highway construction in the town of Middle- bury, to c. w. Blakeslee 6 Sons, Inc, of New Haven. The cost, based on contract unit prices is $45, ,16i.33s The work will consist of laying 23,- 635 feet of loose gravel roadway. surface treated, on Three Mile Hill road, oxford road, and Shadduck road; and the construction of Q 30 foot span, reinforced concrete T beam bridge on Shadduck road over Hop Brook. A daily average of 1iO men will be employed for about 6 months.
 This is the second contract to be let on this project. The initial coIl- tract started last week. went to the A. I .Savin Construction company of East Hartford, the cost, based on contract unit prices being 460,- 046.16. This work consists of laying l1,320 linear feet of bitlminous ma- cadam, 20 feet wide, on Straits Turnpike.
 The total estimated cost for the entire project is $l44,400, of which the federal government. through the PWA, will contribute $64,979. When completed, these roads will greatly facilitate travel to Waterbury and and other points in the Naugatuck valley.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-03-31
LOCAL MAN HELD
 FOR N. Y. POLICE
James AndriacchiO Given Continuance Today Un-
 der Bond of $I,OOO

Continuance to April 2 under the same bond of $1,0O0 was granted by Judge John P. McGrath today in the case of James Andriaccio, 152 East Main street, held for New York police on a charge of grand larceny. Andriaccio's counsel told the court that authorities in New York had dropped the charge against the man. Local police have had no such information, according to Prosecutor Charles Summa, and the continuance was requested by the state.
 James Ellis, 147 North Elm street, 29O years old colored youth who was slated to appear today to answer 8 charge of theft of a car and driving without an operators license, has been turned over to the Cheshire Reformatory. Ellis was on proba- ton.
 Continuance to Thursday was granted George Mazon, g, of 24l Abbott avenue and Joseph Delgado, 30, of 135 North Elm street. both charged with breach of the peace. They were arrested Sunday night by Patrolman John Winston. Henry Voison, 23, of 27 Phoenix avenue, charged with breach of peace, was granted a continuance to tomorrow.
 
 The Ivory Coast of Africa reports that nrnsnaritu has returned there
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-03-31
BY
 ETHA I. PETERS

An estate of $4,o510 was left by the late Etha Towne Peters, accord- ing to an inventory filed in probate court with Judge Dennis J. Slavin today.
 Equity in property on Watertowil avenue and life insurance policy make up the bulk of the estate. The property is valued at $2,300, and the life insurance policy. with the Mu- tual Life Insurance Company, is valued at $1,010.42.
 Other assets listed in the inyen- tory include: three shares, Water bury Building and Loan Association $35l; savings account in the Citizens and Manufacturers National Bank, $3.98; furniture and household eff fleets, $50; two rings, $l25; other jewelry, $10; and cash $100.62. The testatrix died February 10.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-03-31
SKELETON WAS
 THAT OF INDIAN

Northampton, Mass, March 3i- (UP)-A skeleton at first thought to be that of Alice Corbett of Utica, N. Y, missing Smith college student. actually is the remains of an Indian maiden buried 300 years ago, according to Professor Richard E. Post, Smith college anthropolo- gist and biologist. The bones were found by two men yesterday in a shallow grave in the recently flooded rainbow section, only 2A miles east of Smith college, from which Miss Corbett disappeared on Friday the 18th of November, 1925.
 Post based his finding on result of chemical test to determine the age of the bones and the presence of certain characteristic Indian fea- lures. The Indian girl probably was 10 years old, Post said, and her teeth
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-03-31

The resignation of Miles H. Durr as executive secretary at the North End branch of the YMCA, was ac- cepted last night at the meeting of the board of directors. Secretary -s-:..,'r is released so that he may acc ctpt a position with the Utica, N Y. YMCA and April 15. The resig- nation was presented to the local YMCA executive committee two weeks ago.
 MT. Durr came to Waterbury as associate boys secretary at the Central branch in February, 1928. | After two years, he was transferred to the north end branch, succeed ing Chester M. Bartlett. He has thus served the local YMCA for eight years, including one summer at the boys camp, and six years as secre- tary of the North End Y.
 Utica, N. Y, is Secretary Durr's home town. His position will be program secretary. Henry G. Ellis, associate boys secretary with the Waterbury staff, went to Utica as bays secretary in November 1885. Amog Secretary Durr's other duties he will have responsibility for the koung mems work and the public forum program at the Utict Y.
 Secretary Durr graduated from Springfield college in 1928 and had two years experience before com ing to Waterbury. He is married and has two children. Mrs. Durr is the daughter of the chief engineer of the National Cash Register Go.
 The securing of a new secretary for the North End Y was referred to the executive committee of which John B. Goss is chairman, and the general secretary, Herbert s. Smith. Clayton s. Brown recre- ation secretary, has been mentioned as possible successor.
 Vice-president Leon H. French presided at the board meeting, in the absence of President Dr. Charles L. Larkin, who is in Florida. The president was authorized to appoint committee to study the commit nity chest, and the possibility of the YMCA's relation thereto.
 A preliminary budget, calling for expenditures of $14O,000 for the new year beginning May 1, was present.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-03-31
ROTARIANS TELL
 OF SUNNY SOUTH
VacatiOnists Tell of Win. ter Experiences; Group
 Singing Clicks

Members of the Waterbury Ro- tartan club were regaled with tales of the sunny south, midsummer bathing and the like today by 6 group of their organization whc have recently returned from winter vacations in St. Petersburg, Miami and Palm Beach, Florida. At this noon's luncheon new member was also introduced to the club, Herbert Bervier of this city.
 William Curtiss was free in his praise of Robert Leach and Ralph Cleveland, without whom, 1t seems the local bowling team would have been unable to defeat the Nauga- tuck team, last Friday night. An in- vitation has been received by the local group to attend the annual spring conference in Holyoke on April 16, r. Robert Platt spoke on the fifteenth anniversary celebra- tion in Winsted last week at which affair several local men were in attendance.
 Group singing was enjoyed today by the club members and by sev- eral persons sitting in the lobby of the Elton, 50 loud was a microphone set up in the main dining room and so enthusiastic the singers.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-03-31

III audlCion to the injunction, Schiavone asks damages of $5,OOO. He claims that the storm water drain forces water to run on to his prop erty, and that the interior of the building has been badly damaged after rain storms. He seeks to have the city restrained from using the sewer drain. The suit was filed in superior court.
 Auto Accident
 Damages of $l0,000 are asked in a superior court action brought by Mary Cohen, of Ansonia, against Joseph V. Kelleher and his wife, Frances Weary Kelleher, of New Haven. The plaintiff claims that she suffered severe injuries in an accident on New Haven avenue, Derby, November 3, 1885. The acci- dent, charges, was caused by the negligence of Mrs. Kelleher, who was operating her husbands car at the time. The Ansonia woman claims the crash brought her severe back injuries and facial injuries that will leave permanent scars.
 The Colonial Trust Company is named defendant in a 5000 suit brought in superior court by Bertha Trommler. She claims that @ de- fective stairway on premises at 65 Phoenix avenue resulted in a fall which brought her severe injuries February g, 1036.
 Elizabeth Ryan of Waterbury asks damages of $3,5O0 from the Thomas Restaurants, Inc, charging that piece of glass was contained in Q bowl of fruit salad which she had ordered and was eating at the defendants restaurant March 2, 1885. She claims that she discov- cred the glass while eating the food, and that 1t brought her physical and mental distress. The suit was filed in superior court.
 Collision
 John Di Leo seeks damages of 5000 from Harry Levy and Carl Comen of Ansonia and Daniel Pinc- kert of New Haven for damage done to his automobile truck in collis- ion at Seymour February 3, 1936. He claims that the accident resulted from the negligence of Pinckert, who was driving. The action was filed in superior court.
 Tn the court of common pleas, Stanley Jasinski, of Naugatuck, a minor, brings suit through his father, Joseph, for $l,000 against Norman Follett of Naugatuck. On April 16, 1935, 1t IS charged, Fol- let: drove his car recklessly, forcing Jaainski to fall from motorcycle on which he was riding on South Main street, Naugatuck. The plaintiff lists a broken leg and other injuries in his complaint.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-03-31
COUNTY P. H. NURSES
 HOLD CONFERENCES

The bureau of public health nurs- ing of the state department of health has planned a series of dis cussions on mental hygiene for the public health nurses of Litchfield and New Haven counties. These will be April 1, 8, Is and p at 200 p. m, at the Waterbury Visiting Nurse association, 37 Central ave- nue. Dr. James M. Cunningham, director, bureau of mental hygiene, will lead the discussions.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-03-31
WELFARE LEADER
 TO SPEAK HERE
Kenneth Messenger to Be Dinner Guest Thurs
 day Evening

Kenneth Messenger, deputy com missioner of welfare in the state of Connecticut, will be guest at the dinner meeting of the council of religious social agencies Thursday evening at 6l Church street at 6:00 p. m. William M. Harris, former head of the Mutual Aid, is presi- dent of the local group.
 Other officers of .he local organi- zction who will be in attendance are: Vice-presdient, Rev. Eugene Cryne; Corresponding Secretary Mrs. Florence Whipple of the Wis., iting Nurses association: Recording Secretary, Mrs. Ball of the day nur- sery; Treasurer, Miss T. Bull of Cor ner House association.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-03-31
COMEDY STAR
 IS IMPROVING

New York, March 3l--(UP)-- Marvin Miller, musical comedy star, rallied today after being close to death and at Il a. m. her doctor reported she was greatly improved"
 Dr. W. Lawrence Whittemore said that at midnight he feared the actress would die before morning. She had developed toxic condi- ton during two-weeks' treatment at Doctors hospital and her fever exceeded l06 degrees.
 zToward noon 1t had dropped to l04 l-2 and "color returned to her checks" the doctor said.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-03-31
Theodore Roosevelt

The Knights of Pythias hon. ored Perry Gracierstein and Rob- ert Kosersky, past chancellor com mander of Theodore Roosevelt lodeg. with gifts at a meeting held last night. Three candidates were given the rank of page and re- treatments were served after the meeting. Next weeks meeting has been cancelled because of the observance of the passover.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-03-31
Lafayette Conslstory

The complication of the 18th degree by Lafayette Consistory was attended by l50 members of the Masons in Masonic temple last night. Deputy Charles Ger denier and a number of sand de- gree members were in attendance. Many of those present were from Hartford, Bridgeport and New Haven.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-03-31
YOUNG ITALIAN
 C. o. P.'S TO MEET

A meeting of the Young Italian Republican club board of directors will be held tomorrow evening at 8 o'clock at 63 North Main street. President Thomas Lepore will ham, dle the gavel. The activities for the coming year will be discussed and plans formulated for the coming national and state conventions.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-03-31
Injunction Action
 Over Sewer Drain
City Defendant in Proceedings, $5,OOO ActOn-SiH
 Suits TOtaIIing $26,SOO Filed Today

An injunction against the City of Waterbury and recovery for water damage aegedy caused through the cys negligence asked today in one of six civil suits filed in local courts In a damages 500 are sought In actions entered today
 The injunction is asked by Albert Schiavone who charges that storm water sewer caused serious water damage to building he at 1853 East Main street
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-03-31
Miles Durr Resigns
 North End YMCA Job
Executive Secretary to Join Utica N. Y, Staff April
 l5-CIaytOn s. Brown Mentioned as Successor

cd by the executive committee. The same was referred back to the com- mittee for further study. The annu- al financial canvess was voted to be held the last of April, opening dur ing the week of the 20th.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-03-31
NOSahOgan Lodge

A special entertainment will be held in the rooms of Nosahogan lodge of odd Fellows tonight and all members have been invited to attend. It will be an open meeting and members arc invited to bring their relatives and friends.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-03-31
WATERWAY BOSSES ASSEMBLE TODAY
Irwin Day Commission Member Planning Flood
 Control Methods

The first meeting of the commits sion established by the 1885 gen. eral assembly to negotiate with other New Eng.and states concern ing common waterways will be held at the state Capitol at Hartford to- day. Irwin w. Day of this city is a member of the commission, which includes Brigadier- General San- ford H. Wadhams, director of the state water commission; Attorney General Edward J. Daly, chairman, Ernest L. Averill, former deputy attorney-general; James A. New lands, Hartford; Everett Wilson, Hartford, and J. E. Stone, New Britain.
 Attorney General Daley called the meeting, prompted by the re- cent flood and the initiation ot plans for flood control in Connecti- cut The commission has authority to negotiate treaties with the oth- CT states and the United States govcrnemnt covering "all matters relating to the development and improvement" of natural waterways flowing through or between any of the New England states.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-03-31

Miss Josephine Alleva is director. Charter memberse include Jo- sephine Alleva, Thomas Ritucci, Anthony DiMaria, Carmen Di- Maria, Adele Vanni, Frank Dau- ry, Rena Vanni, Anthony, Crispi-
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-03-31
MARRIAGE INTENTIONS

Edward R. Redden, Naugatuck; Marjorie Elizabeth Deconninck, 8 Willow court.
 James Sugdinis, 14O Charles street; Eleanor Banis, PA Meriden road,
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-03-31
Townsend Lodge

On Friday night at 8 o'clock there will be a rehearsal of the guard team of Townsend lodge of odd Fellows, at Odd Fellows hall. Richard Burdett presided at last nights meeting.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-03-31
FRATERNAL NEWS---

Newly Formed Dramatic Group to Discuss Plays Tonight, John Greco Guest Speaker Caiatine |e Connazionale Society Elects Temporary Officers Organization to Be Completed Thursday Night
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-03-31

Miss Tillie Mastrianni was elected temporary president of the newly organized auxiliary of the Caiatine e Connazionale last night at 8 meeting in Liberty hall. Miss Violet Giannelli was named tenn porary secretary and Miss Ther- esq Giannelli was elected tempo rary treasurer. Speakers at the meeting were Joseph Cicchiello, John DePastino and Dr. Rudolph A. Diamiani. Accordion selections were rendered by Domenic Mecca.
 Another meeting of the group will take place Thursday night in Liberty hall. The organization committee includes Misses Mary Fegaro, Violet Giannelli Lena Caprisco, Theresa Giannelli, Mary Cimaglio, Jennie Cimaglio, Angeline Giannelli, Angeline Ciar- elli, Virginia Petruccione and Louise Luccaro.
 Anna Thea Group
 Plans for the presentation of two plays entitled Gall Me Mike" and "Her Alienated Affections will be discussed tonight at a meeting of the newly organized Anna Thea dramatic group in Our Lady of Lourdes hall. Attorney John Greco will address the group, also The proceeds from the entertainment will be for the benefit of the young mems socie- ties of the church.
 Officers of the dramatic club are: Chairman, Frank Daury; secretary. Erma Iarrapino; treas urer, Alfred F'alzone; chairman of publicity, Thomas Ritucci.