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The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-02-18
Holy Name Society
 Adopts Resolutions
St. Margaret's Group Expresses Sorrow Over Death
 of Late Pastor, Rev. William J. O'Shea

our midst by the unsparing hand of death our most esteemed and beloved pastor REV. WILLIAM J. OSHEA, whose death occurred February Sth, 1886, and
 WHEREAS, We bow In humble submission to the will of Him who doeth all things well, We cannot but feel the great loss we have sustained by the death of our beloved pastor and the still heavier loss sus- tained by those who were near est and dearest to him.
 THEREFORE BE IT RE- SOLVED, That his memory be ever held in loving and honored remembrance, not only for his moral and sterling worth, but for his cheerful and benevolent disposition, and be 1t
 RESOLVED, That while mourning our loss VIC tender our heartfelt sympathy to the family of our deceased spiritual leader. And be it further
 RESOLVED, That these resO- luti0ns be inscribed on the rec ords of the Holy Name Society of st. Margaret's Church and that Q suitably engrOssed copy be presented to the family of our deceased pastor and also . copy be given the press for pub Iication.
 JAMES J. CARR,
 WILLIAM T. HARRINGTON, MICHAEL J. BARRETT,
 Committee.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-02-18

Hearings conducted by the state Department of Motor Vehicles will henceforth be open to the public according to al1 announcement from the ofIlce of State Motor Vehicle Commissioner Michael A. Connor. The local hearings are conducted by a representative of the department, usually in the alderrnn1ic cham bers at City Hall, and are pre- ceded by announcements of the cases released for publication from Hartford.
 Mir. Conncr's announcement indi- cates that the departments new policy is part of an intensive cam paign to reduce the number of ac- cidents. n
 aEverybody Welcome so
 All hearings on applications for revocation of suspensions will be public and will be listed sufhciently far in advance of the date of hear- ing to enable everybody interested to be present, according to the ofi- cial statement.
 All records of action by the de- partment are available to the press and public, and in public places in all towns where hearings are held lists of the hearings, their time and place, will be posted. These will also be given to the newspapers, Com missioner Connor states.
 When a license that has been sus- pended is restored to the driver, indorsement of revocation of the suspension also will be made upon the license.
 The statement points out that in the past the department "has been
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-02-18
ME IS BEATEN
 ON NEUTRALITY

Washington. Feb. ls-(U.P)--The senate today rejected a proposal that congress work out Q permanent neutrality program at this session instead of extending the present temporary law until May l, 1887.
 An amendment by Senator Ben- nett Champ Clark, D.. Mo, provid- ing for a three-months extension with the understanding that the time be used to formulate a per- manent policy was defeated, 6l to l6. Clark proposed that the exten- sion be only until June 1, 1886.
 Clark's proposal had the support of straight neutrality advocates in- cluding Chairman Gerald Nye of the senate munitions committee. Nye, however, was absent from the city as the proposal came up and the neutrality debate got under way.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-02-18
FALL IN YARD
 BASIS OF SUIT

A fall allegedly caused by snow and ice accumulated on a coal hole in the yard at Sprague school. Wat erville, is the basis of $l.000 civil action filed in the court of common pleas today by Anthony Daddona against the City of Waterbury.
 The writ filed today charges the city was negligent in not clearing the space near the hole. The plain tiff claims that he sustained several injuries when he fell while deliver ing coal to the school Jan. 28, 1885. The action is returnable next month.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-02-18
PEOPLE JOYOUS
 ON IVA RULING

Knoxville, Tenn, Feb. 18.-(UP)
 Two million persons rollicked in carnival over 10000 square miles of the Tennessee valley today. They were celebrating the supreme courts ''go ahead" for the government power project that mean jobs, cheap electricity and prosperity to scores of communities.
 Cities and hamlets along all the Tennessee river from Paducah to Knoxville. $50 miles of lnountain- trimmed valley. welcomed the sue preme court ruling for IVA yester. day with almost hysterical grati- tude. Factory whistles blared, men and women cheered before newspa- per offices. IVA workers in God
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-02-18
FIRM REFLECTS
 MERWIN BRONSON

Merwin s. Bronson of this city was reelected secretary of the filling Rubber company yesterday in Hart ford. The meeting was attended by officials and store managers of the concern from various parts of Connecticut and Massachusetts. J. M. Bailey, who was reelected presi- dent, treasurer and general man. ager of the Alling Rubber company, presided.
 Other officers elected were: Vice. president, Walter A. Decker of Holyoke, Mass; director, Earl E. Ed wards of Windsor.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-02-18

Warden
 were placed against the charities department appropriation for such services which Miss Little EZRA official claimed were inefficient in her request for his resignation.
 $450 for Transportation?
 T ask Mir. 0roh if 1t isn't true that a bill for transportation toe taling S450 was charged to the charities department of which $500 was made out to local au- tomobile concern, presumably for the purchase of . new car for Mir. Groh, and ti50 of which was made out to Mir. Orof.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-02-18
Publicity Proposed
 To Reduce Accidents
Motor Vehicle Officials to Make Names, Facts Known Before Hearings on Violations

proceeding under the statutes which govern regulation traflc, but these, according to the report of Chief Justice AfaItbie, have not been en- tireIy adequate to keep down the number of accidents and fatalities on the highways. The department is therefore strengthening it's prcced-
 lre."
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-02-18
PRoF. FORD SEEKS DIVORCE

Cambridge, Mass, Feb. 1e-CUp) ---Professor James Ford, Harvard sociologist, has filed suit in Reno. Ney., for a divorhce from Marian W. Ford, whom he married nearly 27 years ago. He charges mental cruelty. The Fords have been socially prom fnent hereabouts for several years. They have two children.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-02-18
IS NO GUTTER

New Haven, Conn, Feb. 18. (UP) Earl (Greasy) Neale. Yaie's back field coach, today telephoned ath- letic Director Malcolm Farmer he had no intentions of quitting at Yale to accept another job. It had been rumored Neal would join the Cornell university staff this fall. Farmer said the call was put through from Clarksburg, West Va.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-02-18

When a party of French and German men who fought in the World war recently visited Swansea, Wales, the Germans were presented a German flag captured in the con- fiict by Welsh soldiers.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-02-18

less" Norris, Tenn, held Q thanks giving prayer service, then a com- munity dance.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-02-18
Smoking Camel cisoretfes
 Aids in Assuring NotvroI Digestive Action

'Hurry-hurry-hufr seems to be the order of the day. People get caught in the lockstep of modern life. Tension finds the weak spot so often-digestion. It has been shown that smok- ing Camels improves digestion wards of the consequences of hurried, nervous living. Camels stimulate digestive action. They promote the feeling of well-being and good cheer so neces- sary to the proper assimilation of food. Camels set you rightl And, in smoking Camels for diges- tion's sake, you may enter whole new world of smoking pleasure. So turn to CameIs. Expect an enticing mildness. Enjoy the appealing flavor of costlier tobaccosi They never tire your tastei
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-02-18
LATE REALTY NEWS
Warranty Deeds

William J. Sullivan to Timothy F. Sullivan, real estate on the east side of Nelson avenue.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-02-18
Quit Claim Deeds

Charles Ciarcia, ST., to Annetta and Frances Ciarcia, real estate at 80 Pleasant street.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-02-18

MERE DELICIOUS FOODS TEAPT APPETpTE-the
 famous Gold Coast Dining Room (sbess) af fbe Drake Hotel in Chicago And here the fragrant delicate smoke Of Cames rises while Erik, famous mstv Hb5isl watches alerhy ali that wish goes unsatsbed go many of guests smoke Came Erik ssys flor they have found that choice obaccos add she pleasure of meal
 Cames tremendously popular leading fsvofshsfe
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-02-18

2. 3. FOWLER on Star Route 1892, Maine. says: "Its eat-and-run with me, bur I always top of with Camels. They are good for digestion"
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-03-16
DONAHUE DOOMED
 FOR POSTMASTER
Congressman Smith En- dOrses Prominent Work
 CT for Position
Especial to The Democrat)

Litchfield, Conn, March l6-Indi- cations are that Martin Donahue, well known democrat of Litchfield, will be named postmaster of that town in Washington, D. O., within week or so. Endorsed for the post by the Litchfleld democratic town committee and recommended for ap- pointment by Congressman J. Jo- seph Smith, the name of MT. Dona- hue is ready, it is understood, for submission to the senate by Presi- dent Roosevelt for final approval.
 Mir. Donahue, democratic registrar of voters of the town of Litchfield, is one of the most popular members of the party in his section of the state. The news that he would receive the recommendation of Congressman Smith was received throughout Litchfield county with much pleas ure. Two other candidates for the post were William Crutch and ex- Tax Collector Frank Foster. Civil service examinations were recently held.
 Congressman Smith has endorsed Mr. Donahue as a result of the acc ton of the Litchfield democratic town committee. The committee en- dorsed Mir. Donahue. l8 to 2. This in- dicated his popularity in the town. hence Congressman Smiths move in asserting that he will send the Don- ahue name to the president.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-03-16
STOKES TO OPEN
 MODERN STATION
Gasoline Service Site to Start at Riverside, Bank
 Streets Tomorrow

The Stokes Filling station, a fnod- ern, well equipped gasoline service station which will specialize in speedy, efficient service with rnini- mum of waiting for each customer, will open tomorrow at the corner of North Riverside and Bank street. John Stokes, who is cooperating with the Mattatuck Oil Company in the enterprise, and who will per- sonally manage the station, was for- merly treasurer of the Clear oil Company and is widely known throughout the city.
 The new station offers the motor- ist every possible facility. Three attendants constantly on duty will assure the driver in a hurry of fast, competent service.
 An up-to-date- inside grease pit is an outstanding feature of the sta- ton, as are the computing gasoline pumps, which measure precisely the amount of gas ordered. These new type pumps make errors an impos- sibility and absolutely guarantee the motorist full measure for his money
 The station will make 8 specially of grease jobs. Drivers who are taking their cars out for the first time in warmer weather as well as those who have driven through the hard winter are invited to take ad- vantage of the expert service.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-03-16
LADY DEMOCRATS DINE NEXT MONTH
Italian Club Invites Hayes and Swartz to Cheshire
 Affair, April l6

The annual dinner dance of the Italian Women's Democratic club will be held Thursday evening, April 16, at 8:30 o'clock at Waverly Inn, Cheshire, with Bill Tasillo and his orchestra furnishing the music.
 State Comptroller Charles w. 6wartz, Mayor Frank Hayes, Mrs. Grace Manning, second vice-pres- adent of the Young Democrat clubs
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-03-16
ELECTRIC sPIELER APPEARS

Santa Cruz. Cal. - OU.P) - The advance of tho machine age has added one more to the list of un- employed here. An electrical record spieler that cost 425 will hereafter replace a 9i5-a-week human spieleF in extolNng the thrills of speed boat riding.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-03-16
A. o. II. Party

Several hundred persons at- tended the annual St. Patrick's celebration in Hibernian hall Sat- urday night. The event, which was a huge success, was sponsored by Monsignor Slocum branch of the Ancient Order of Hibernians. A program of Irish songs was pre- sented with William O'Brien as the featured soloist.
 Following the entertainment, dancing both Irish and American, was enjoyed. William Kelley head ed the committee on arrange ments. Assisting him were Tim othy Horgan, Alderman Peter Grimm, Timothy Quane, James Dillon and Bart Scannell.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-03-16
FrIgentina Unit

At the organization meeting of the Frigentina auxiliary, held yes- terday afternoon in Liberty hall, 1t was reported that nearly 150 members have been nerolled and that an equal number is expected to be installed before the institu- ton of the auxiliary.
 The slate follows: President, Mrs. Giovannina Genua; recording secretary, Miss Antoinette Davino; financial secretary, Mrs. Carmella Pelosi: and treasurer, Miss Blanche Geneva.
 The group voted to hold meet- ings the second Monday of each month in Liberty hall. A social period was held after the session with members of the mems society as guests.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-03-16

of the state, Paul 2. Connery of Fairfield, Harold Skidd, purchasing clerk at the state capitol, MT. and MYa. John F. Dow and Peter Me- Donough of Danbury, will be among the guests of honor.
 The committee in charge of the event follows: Reception, Mrs. Do- m0nick Altieri, Mrs. F. Daurio, Do- ris Jacaruso, Mrs. Fred Hadden, Mrs. Louis Bria, Nella Capocchi, Betty DiLeone, Augustine Papa, Louise Brigilo, Mary Giacini; table decorations, Mrs. Nellie Sprano, Mary Capella; entertainment, Doris Jacaruso, Lucia M atarazzo, Mrs. Frank Pasquarelli and Mrs. Hadden publicity, Doris Jacaruso. Mrs. Rob- ert Bosco is president of the club. CMTC
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-03-16
Radiant Star

The members of Radiant Star lodee, Shepherds of Bethlehem, met last night for 8 bingo party at Engineers hall. Mrs. Ruth Walsh presided and plans for a
 clam chowder supper were made. Mrs. Augusta Espelin, Mrs. Ada Dodge and Mrs. Angeline Wooster were in charge of the bingo party.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-03-16
FRENCH HEROINE OFFERS PROOF OF GERMANS RASTY PROCEDURE
 IN EXECUTION OF EDITH CAVELL
EOuise ThuIiez, Companion of English Nurse, Holds Document ShOwign Death Preceded Notice la of Doom

Paris March leUP-Louse Thuez Condemned death by
 allied prisoners living quiet and conventional life school for young girls in Paris suburb
 The corfu days of her past have been revived recently with the liberation
 traya of the English Edith Caye Thuez others
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-03-16
Lucito Auxiliary

Arrangements for @ social to be held soon were discussed and new officers ofs Lucito auxiliary were installed at Q meeting Friday night. Officers installed were: President, Mary Margucca: vice. president, Rose Ventresca; corre- spending secretary, Josephine Tata; financial secretary, Ange- lima Ventresca; treasurer, Angel ina Tata; trustees, Lucy Peregelli, Elsie D Abrana. Mary Carsella and Mary DiLeo.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-03-16
Order of Rainbow

The Waterbury assembly. Order of Rainbow, has completed plans for a mystery ride to be held on March 28. Committees fer the af- fair are as follows: Transporta- ton, Lois Fenton. Carroll Knibbs, and II. Whitaker: tickets, Gladys
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-03-16
Grange Activities

Tuesday night there will be @ re- hearsal at Grange hall of the first degree team at o'clock.
 The brothers who are planning for competitive program will also meet at the hall Tuesday evening.
 The fourth degree team will meet at the Grange hall Wednesday eve- ming.
 Thursday will be an all-day meet ing of the Golden Cleaners, held at Grange hall at 10:30 o'clock. Mrs. Robert Saunders will be hostess and a quilt will be tackled.
 Friday night is past lecturers night at the regular meeting of Beacon Valley Grange. The program will be in charge of Mrs. Della San- ford, and several surprises are on the program. The past lecturers are taking part in the program and all members are requested to attend.
 The regular Grange card party will be held in the hall Saturday night. Mir. and Mrs. Thomas Barlow and Mir. and Mrs. George Seng- staeken have charge. so a good time Is, assured all who attend.
 Monday. the 23rd of March, the home economies committee of all Oranges in Excelsior Pomona will meet at Beacon Valley Grange hall. The meeting will start at iO:30 o. clock and be an all day affair with lunch served at noon. Mrs. Rowland. state home economic leader, will be present. and 50 delegates from out of town granges arc expected. Any grange member will be welcome.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-03-16
Legion Auxiliary

Members of the ladies' auxiliary of Corp. Coyle post, No. 1, Amer ican Legion, will meet Wednesday night at the legion rooms. Plans will be discussed in connection with Q luncheon and bridge which will be held in April.
 The membership committee re- ports that several new members have been added to the organiza- ton and that present members are showing continued interest Mrs. Helen Reed is chairman of this committee.
 The local auxiliary will be rep resented at the annual frolic of the Eight and Forty" honor so- ciety of the legion auxiliary, at New Haven, Saturday night, March 20.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-03-16
HopeyIIle Club

An illustrated lecture by Allen Boardman will be the feature of Q meeting of the Hopeville Com munity clu btomorrow night at the Hopeville school gymnasium. MT. Boardman will show slides of scenic spots in the Rockies and elsewhere in the west.
 Important business matters will be discussed at the session.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-03-16
FRATERNAL NEWS---

organizations Waterbury vicinity meetings parties public membership Address Fratern News Editor, Waterbury Democrat
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-03-16

Shepard; destination. Lois Fenton and Margaret Steven.
 Lois Fenton, worthy advisor of the local assembly, will preside as chaplain at state convention to be held in Meriden Sunday. A delegation will attend the sessions.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-03-16
Aviglianese

Aviglianese
 Members of the newly-formed Aviglianese auxiliary elected Mrs. Mary Mecca as president at 8 meeting held at Liberty hall yes- terday afternoon. The member ship committee reported that al- ready more than 400 women have been enrolled in the group. The new officers will be installed at ex- ercises at Temple hall, April %.
 Other officers chosen were: Vice. president, Mrs. Gertrude Mecca; recording secretary, Miss Margaret Posidento; assistant recording sec retary, Miss Veda Lucian; finan- cial secretary, Miss Louise Lan- dolfl; assistant financial secretary, Miss Nellie Rosa: treasurer, Miss Mary Mecca, counselor, Miss An- geline Russo; trustees, Miss Mil- dred Coviello and Mrs. Carmella Cipriano.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-03-16
Funeral of Mrs. Shea

The funeral of Mrs. Helen Shea resident here 43 years who died Saturday morning at her home, 263 Cherry street following an attack of pneumonia was held this morning at 8:30 from her late home to st.. Francis Church, at 900 o'clock, where @ high mass of requiem was celebrated. Burial was in St. James cemetery.
 Mrs. Shea was a native of Nau- gatuck and was highly respected. She was a member of Aetna Lodge, Shepherds of Bethlehem.
 She leaves her husband, Frank, one daughter, Eleanor and one son, Frank, all of Naugatuck, her father, Michael Morris and one brother, Frank Morris, three sisters, Mrs. Milton Shea and Miss Margaret Morris, all of Naugatuck and Mrs. Edward Sweeney of Waterbury.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-03-16
CwOans Club

CWOanS Club
 George Cambigue heads the committee making arrangements for the fifth annual spring sport dance of the Cwoans club. The event will take place at the cen- tral "" on April Il. Assisting MT. Cambigue are Patrick Ciar- leglio and Domenic Tarullo.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-03-16

An old Roman lead mine was un- earthed recently at Bristol, England
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-03-16
LUTHERAN CHURCH
 MEETING TONIGHT
Board of Trustees to Be Entertained By Victor
 N. Peterson

Naugatuck, Conn.,, March 16.-
 The board of trustees of the Salem Lutheran Church will meet tonight at 8 o'clock at the home of Victor N. Peterson, 42 Woodlawn avenue. There will be rehearsal of the church orchestra this even- ing at 8 o'clock. Henry Johnson and Arthur Pearson will be ushers at the midweek service to be held Wednesday night at D:00 o'clock. The junior choir will sing. Thurs day afternoon the senior confirma- ton class will meet at 3:45 and there will be rehearsal of the male chorus and senior choir ct p. m. Thursday.
 The Lutheran Brotherhood will hold meeting Friday evening at 800 and 40 p. m. Friday the children's choir will convene. Re- hearsal of the junior choir is sche- duled for TOO p. m. Friday night. Saturday morning at 11:00 the board of directors of the Lutheran Children's home will assemble in the church and the Junior Mission band will meet Saturday afternoon at 800 o'clock.
Evening star., 1936-12-13
Courage in the Dark
by n. {. WIRE

wire coming out from town at slightly
under three miles. Night and morning
Miller walks that distance. touching
the line occasionally to keep himself
from wandering off into the barren
desert. Posts are spaced along the
trail to his main shaft and tool house,
carrying a single wire. Branches run
off to his numerous prospect holes.
While l climbed the rock dump he
followed one of these guides around
and reached the frame before did.
As proud as child with new toy
he explained his timbering. his one
man hoist and other things, often
talking about his blindness, yet never
referring to it as handicap.
II kept my eyes open," he said,
before my accident Afterwards l
could see all this framework by touch
ing any part of it. And it's the same
underground; for sixteen years l
studied formations. saw how the veins
cut through and what they were made
of. That's why can 60 ahead now"
you mean just by feeling the
rocks?" l asked again.
You're hard to convinced" he
laughed. Let's 60 down."
He swung onto the ladder and de-
scended into the l2O-foot hole And
then, in the pitch-dark bottom, was
the one with handicap.
Evening star., 1936-12-13
December 13, 1896

-oR more than two miles single
strand of wire stretched across
the desert toward Goldfeld. Ne
vada. 1t lay on the ground beside the
road.
Unbelievable things had happened
there in the red hills of Goldfield -
things like veins of rock that produced
$7OO, ,OOO. 900 in bullion. That unex-
plained strand of wire running past
the abandoned gallows-frames and
dumps suggested another story.
That night. sitting in the hotel
lobby with Corrin Barnes, mining
engineer who has known Goldfield
from the beginning. l asked about 1t.
He smiled and shook his head.
you wouldn't believe me. It's one
of those things that can't be done -
but is being done. You'd better 60
out and see for yourself"
Henry Miller had just come from
his days shift when l reached his
mine the next afternoon. Hello,
Miller" l called. "how's it going?'
He held out his hand to shake with
me. Good" he said. Look at this.
His left hand presented lump of
gray rock, his calloused thumb &C
curately tracing the pattern of black
spot in it. That's rich. right there;
1 IN taking it in for an assay"
I felt of the rock surface, trying to