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The Daily Alaska empire., 1936-01-01
Real Spirit of Season
CHESTER E. ROBERTS
IMPERIAL CANDY COMPANY SEATTLE. WASHINGTON
OFFICE OF THE PRESIDENT

Dear Friend
 In 1881 I wrote Christmas letter in which I said: This most of us poorer in material things but richer in spiritual values Adversity has made us stronger business people but gentler human beings closer to the truths of life"
 By contrast 10 the dark of 1884, 32 and 33 these years look much brighter for business progress. That this is true my earnest hope doubtless it yours But with this hope let at this of the year. couple the wish that bring into this the riches gained in adversity Let continue to be richer in spiritual values gentler in human dealings, closer to the truths of life
 As the twenty-;ne business years this company have passed my head, have stocks rise and fal money values wobbe, empires and kingdoms topple and the map of the world changed do not believe firmly in the great material things of the world Honestly kndness and friendship the most substantial things have found In that spirit extend to you and yours our best wishes of the
 Sincerely,
 CHESTER E. ROBERTS.
The Daily Alaska empire., 1936-01-01

CT married Hugh R. Auchinclos, a wealthy Was hington investment broker.
 E Two orchestra leaders clashed the wedding cymbals, E d die Duchin marrying the socially prominent Marjorie Oelrichs, and Ben Bernie marrying Dorothy Patricia Wesley of Miami sHf
The Daily Alaska empire., 1936-01-01
GRAND JURY TO CONTINUE
 TODD INQUIRY
Foreman Declares Himself Not Convinced True
 Picture" Revealed

LOS ANGELES, Cal, Jan. l. George Rochester, foreman of the county grand jury, said the jury would convene tomorrow in a re- newed effort to get a true picture of Thelma Todd's death"
 He said the peculiar circumstance es in this case were becoming deep CT and deeper. I am not convinced that the true picture of Miss Todd's death has been revealed"
The Daily Alaska empire., 1936-01-01
WADE VISITS IN c-.sc..uo

Hugh J. Wade, former Deputy Ad- of the MIRA in Alaska, who was recently transferred to Washington when the Administra- ! tion closed it's office in Juneau, is visiting relatives in Chicago. MT Wade will return to Washington this month.
The Daily Alaska empire., 1936-01-01
MRS. LIZZIE THOMAS
 DIES OF PNEUMONIA

Mrs. Lizzie Thomas, 36, died of pneumonia in the Government Hos pital at 3:20 o'clock this morning after a short illness. She is sur vived by husband, Frank The; ;las. The remains are at the c. w. C. ter Mortuary.
The Daily Alaska empire., 1936-01-01

SHOP IN JUNEAU, FIRST.
The Daily Alaska empire., 1936-01-01

At least one woman was killed and six injured persons were taken to hospitals. Two men are known to be buried in the wreckage.
 Police said they believed gas in the top of the building caused the blast. The roof fell and the walls collapsed
 Mrs. Geraldine Prestifilepo, 57, was taken out deed. Her husband and Joseph Thomas Scorsone are buried in the wreckage
 An 1l-year-old daughter of the Prestifilepos is among the injured at the hospital.
The Daily Alaska empire., 1936-01-01
ALASKA LABOR PARTY
 ELECTS OFFICIALS

Meeting for the first time since its appointment at the party con- venticn, the Executive Board of the Alaska Labor Party has elected the following officers for the Terri tory: Chairman, Robert Oberg; Re- cording Secretary, Nathan Correll; Financial Secretary, G. R. Isaak; Editor, A. J. Nygren.
The Daily Alaska empire., 1936-01-01
EXPLOSION IN HOUSE CLAIMS
 THREE LIVES
One Woman Dead. Two Men Buried in Wreckage,
 Six Taken to Hospital

BUFFALO, N. Y, Jan. 1.-An ex- plosion which shook downtown Buff falo demolished four-story brick tenement house in the Italian quar- ter.
The Daily Alaska empire., 1936-01-01

SYDNEY A prison farm for women, outside the penitentiary at Long Bay, is explained by the Australian Minister of Justice as giving first offenders a chance to cultivate flowers and raise poultry.
The Daily Alaska empire., 1936-01-01

The full flying complement of the Ranger consists of four squadrons of eighteen planes each. or seventy two in all; but it is understood that this full complement will not be carried on the trip to Alaska.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-04-24
NURSERY NAMES MRS. IF. BULL
Naugatuck Association Reflects President
 This Morning
lSpecial to the Democratl

Naugatuck, April 24-Mrs. Thom- as F. Bull was reelected president of the Naugatuck Day Nursery at meeting here this morning. Mrs. Donald s. Futile was named first vice-president.
 Others elected were: Mrs. Wil2 liam J. Neary, second vice-presi- dent; Emily s. Brown, secretary; Mrs. Clarence Austin, recording sec- retary, replacing Mrs. John w. Hayes; Mrs. Dana Warner, treas urer; Mrs: Winnibel Schaffer, as. sistant treasurer; and several con- mittee chairladies.
 They included: mothers commit tee, Mrs. Howard B. Futile, hon. orary chairlady; and Mrs. Louis Curtis, active chairlady; member ship, Miss Hattie M. Briss; visiting, Mrs. Kenneth Johnson; entertain ment, Mrs. Philip B. Rice; house, Mrs. Conrad s. Ham. Mrs. Eliza beth L. Edwards was reelected su- perintendent.
 The association will celebrate it's 25th anniversary this year and the first function planned to date is the appearance of the Valley Dramatic club here May IA and Is for the presentation of three one-act plays at the Gem Theater.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-04-24
EVELYN PASTORE
 A FINE MERMAID
Passes Surface Diving and Respiration Tests at
 Crosby NatatOrium

Red Cross swimming classes were held recently at Crosby pool under the direction of Mrs. Marian KKraft and Miss Florence Turnbull.
 Intermediate classes concentrated on learning to dive, both standing and sitting. They also practiced the crawl and side strokes.
 Advanced classes practiced strokes, and approaches and carries in pre- paration for the life-saving tests Ruth Clinton swam the half mile, and passed surface diving for her senior test. Evelyn Pastore passed the surface diving and prone pres sure method of artificial respiration to complete the senior test.
 The six o'clock class membership is full. New members may sign up with either the seven or the eight o'clock class.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-04-24
MELODEARS STRESS MUSICAL ABILITY
Popular Dance Orchestra at Park Sunday Night
 Widely Known

"A girl has to have more than musical talent to become a member of an organization such as the Melodears, who come to Hamilton park pavilion Sunday night, says Irving Mills, under whose direction the famous orchestra appears.
 There was a cime,, adds MT. Mills, when good music was suf- ficient, but good music is not enough; it must be excellent and in original style. The girls must be more presonable, they must be beautiful, and if you think that is an easy assignment, try it some time. But even beauty and musi- cal talent are not enough; girls must be able to dance, sing, make people laugh or perform some spe- cialty. When we secure a girl like this, we are lucky, but most of the time it is just hard work that does it. It means travelling the country over and scouting for these girls, as a football or baseball coach scouts athletes for their teams.
 Our idea of the perfect girl is exemplified by Ina Ray Hutton, rav- ishing blonde beauty who conducts the band. There is nothing that makes performer that she cannot do, and do well. She sings, she dances, she directs, she introduces the artists who augmen her show with the ease and grace that stamp her as a girl in a million"
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-04-24
CHURCH GROUP
 TO HEAR TALK
United Christian EndeavOr Members Going to
 Waterbury Sunday

Beacon Falls, April 2.-Members of the Christian Endeavor Union of the United Church will hold a busi- ness meeting Sunday night at 6:3O. At the conclusion of this meeting, the group will go to the First Con- gregational church in Waterbury td hear talk by Daniel Polling, inter- national president of the Endeavor Union. A full attendance of local members is expected.
 Service Times Differ
 Services in the United Church will be on daylight saving time Sum- day. The Sunday school is at 9:30 and the morning service will be at 10:45. In St. Michael's church, masses will be on standard time Sunday morning. They will be at 8:30 and Il a. m.
 125 to Attend
 About 125 persons are expected to attend the hobo supper and enter tainment to be held in Smiths hall Sunday afternoon by the Blue Eagle club here. It will start about 2:30.
 Dance Tonight
 With everything in readiness, a large attendance was expected to-
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-04-24
ACCIDENT VICTIMS
 REGARDED BETTER
Three Injured Yesterday: Resting More COmfOrt-
 ably Today

The condition of Rocco Guerrero, 32, of Oakville, WPA worker who was injured yesterday while work ing on a project in Watertown was reported good today by authorities Of the Waterbury hospital. Guer- rera, who was drilling stone, was struck in the eye by a piece of the drill. Dr. Theodore Bevans per- formed an operation on the mans eye yesterday.
 .Octagenerian Hurt
 John OBrien, 80, or 40 Emerald street, struck by 8 car at Union and South Main streets yesterday, was said to be in no danger and is resting comfortably at St. Mary's hospital today. M. O'Brien was taken to the hospital yesterday by Anthony Motarangleo, driver of the car. He is being treated for lacer- ations of tho face and back in- juries.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-04-24
52.3O Collected for Naugatuck Ambulance Fund

night at the old-fashioned and modern dance to be held at Smiths hall Friday night by members of the Pinesbridge Community cub in order to raise funds to buy radio at the Rimmon school.
 : The committee in harge, consist ing of James Sanford, Joshua Ev- ans, George Lafferty, Richard Johns and Alfred Gillette, reports good sale of tickets.
 Hobby Show Tickets
 Tickets for the hobby show and collection to be held on Friday, May IS by the Sunday school teachers
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-04-24

of the United church are now on sale. The affair will be held in the afternoon and evening of May i5 in the church parlors and will be for the benefit of the Sunday school. Many contributions showing the interesting hobbies local resi- dents have. are promised and a fine exhibition is planned.
 Meet Monday
 A meeting of the Loyal Daughters society of the United church will be held Monday night at the home of Mrs. Harold StinSon of Wolfe ave- nue.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-04-24
HoRsEWOMAN Fl YEARS OLD

Sydney-(UP)-A special prize was awarded in the main event of the Grandville horse show here to Mrs. Richard Newell, a great grandmother. She is 7l years old and has been riding at shows for 43 years, losing none of her skill.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-04-24
Mrs. Howard Futile Swells Cause With
 $1OO Contribution
Harmony Prevails at Democratic Town Committee Meeting Young Republicans Plan Dance May 1;
 Church Services on Daylight Saving Time
NAUGATUCK Wm J. Baxter COrrespOndent-Phone Naugatuck 35-2.

Naugatuck, April 24.-$2,352.30 has been collected for the Naugatuck ambulance fund, it was announced today. Contributions yesterday amounted to $178, the largest Of which was a $10o donation from Mrs. Howard B. Futile. The dona- tionS are:
 Previously acknowledged, $2,174.3o; Mrs. Howard B. Futile, $1Oo; J. M. Russell Mfg. company, $l0; T. F. Butterfield, Inc, $l0; Mrs. Charles H Upson, $15; Charles H. Upson, 31O: Harry G. Kazanjian, $5; Ray mond W. Paul, g; Harold E. Chit tenden, $5; Madeline Baker, $l; Buckmiller funeral home, $5; Jacob Keeling, $5; the Fulton markets, So; John M. Sutherland, $5; total, $l7o; grand total to date, $2,352.3o.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-04-24
Truck Hits Woman

Improvement in the condition of Mrs. Walter E. Baldwin, 42, of 70 Woodside avenue. struck yesterday afternoon by an oil truck on Wa. tertown avenue. was reported today at Waterbury hospital. Mrs. Bald win was treated for lacerations and contusions Of both legs after she had been brought to the hospital by Louis M. Osborne. of i78 Edgew0od avenue. Emil LaPoInte. of Wood- tick road. was driver of the trucK.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-04-24
CHURCH BUILT IN Is HOURS

Melbourne-(UP)--In 10 hours, 100 volunteer worgers built n wooden church, 30 by g feet, and kindergarten school, 22 by 10 feet, at Black Rock. Melbourne. The volunteers were members of the YMCA.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-04-24
Motion Pictures Tonight

Motion Pictures Tonight
 Motion pictures on 8 trip to Ber- muda will be presented at the Con- gregational church tonight at 7:3O o'clock. William J. Wityak, will de- scribe the picture.
 The money gained will be used for the picnic fund.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-04-24
Class Names OffIcera

John J. Linskey, 3rd. son Of Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Linskey of Hill- crest avenue was recently chosen president Of the graduating class ot SC, Francis parochial school. Other officers named were; Jane Marie ThurSton. vice-presIdent; David s..
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-04-24
Tumbler and Dancer

MT. Klambt reports every ticket has been sold for tonight and there are only few left for tomorrow night when the final presentation will be given. Participating in the exhibition which will be varied, will be close to 30 persons.
 The affair will start promptly at 7:30 and there will be no waiting for tardy spectators as the show is a long one and must be started in time in order that it may be con- pleted in a reasonable period.
 Nomination of officers of Naug- atuck aerie of Eagles will be held Monday night at a meeting of the aeric of Eagles rooms on South Main street. Victor Burkus is pres ident of the society now. The or ganization will make plans soon for a membership drive.
 Many to Get Licenses
 With less than week for dog owners to obtain licenses for the pets, there are several hundreds of persons who have not yet got licen- ses, Town Clerk Louis Schiller, Jr. reported today.
 Licenses must be obtained by May l, according to state law. Only a comparative few have applied to MT. Schiller thus far to get dog licenses and he anticipated a busy week next week. He asks owners to come in early in the week so as to avoid last-minute tie-up because of the rush.
 Hawks are reported bothering smaller birds in the vicinity of Lewis, German and Cherry streets. Wednesday afternoon a hawk killed a sparrow on Lewis street and an- other killed pigeon near Cherry street. It is several years since such large hawks were reported i'll this vicinity.
 Again Making Voters
 The board of selectmen were in the borough courtroom this morn- ing and afternoon and will be there until 8 D. m. tonight to make vot- CTS. They were kept busy this morning but anticipated quite a rush this afternoon and evening. They will be in the courtroom to- morrow from 9 a. m. to 8 D. m. Saturday will be the final day be- fort the spring election to make voters.
 The funeral of Thomas F. Mur- phy, Curtiss street resident, was held this morning at 83O from the Buckmiller funeral home, 20 Park Place to St. Mary's church at 9 o'clock where solemn high mass of requiem was celebrated. Burial was in St. Francis cemetery.
 Pallbearers were: Edward Mo- Govern, Thomas Reilly, John Cur tin, John J. German, Denis Linskey and Joseph Neal.
 Funeral of Mrs. MastersOn
 The funeral of Mrs. Louise Mas terson, widow of Bernard c. Mas terson, was held this morning at 830 from the home of her daugh- ter, Miss Mary Masterson, % Brad ley street to St. Francis church at 9 o'clock where high mass of requiem was celebrated. Burial was in St. James cemetery.
 Tho funeral of Thomas smith, North Main street resident for many years, was held this morning at 9:l5 from his home, l06 North Main street to St. Mary's church at l o'clock where a high mass of requiem va Bcelebrated. Burial was In SC. James, cemetery.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-04-24
C. o. F. Dance May l

The Young Republican club has set Friday, May 1 as the date for a dance it will sponsor to be held r. St. Georges Lithuanian society hall at Linden park, 1t was an- nounced today by Walter NorWash who is in charge of publicity for the event.
 Zembroski's seven piece orchestra will furnish music and dancing will be from 8 D. m. to l a. m. Refresh ments will be served and there Will be door awards. Joseph E. Talbot IS in charge of the award committee. Thomas Talbot is general chairman of the committee in charge.
 4 dance was held by the club at Linden park several months ago and proved to be an outstanding suc- cess, more than 300 attending. Many requests for another dance there were received.
 Other dances scheduled for May 1 include the annual policemenS ball and spring dance to be held by the Girls Friendly society or St. Michaels church in St. MichaePs parish house.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-04-24

Exhibition Tonight
 About $50 spectators will view the first presentation of the fourth an- nual exhibition by local Y. M. c. A. gymnasium classes tonight at the "" under the direction of the popular athletic supervisor, Fritz Klambt.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-04-24

Girl Scouts
 The Girl Scouts met at the Com munity House last evening with their Captain, Miss Drucilla Little
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-04-24

Germany K greatly incrcaslng ilA purchase Of tobacco ln Cuba.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-04-24
Tennis Court Open

Tennis courts near St. Hedwig's church have been opened for a week now and local tennis fans are get ting their first spring practice. Despite the cold weather, many have used the court thus far. Play CTS are pleased with the nek coating of red clay given the court.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-04-24
Play Quite Successful

A splendid performance coupled with a most amsuing play made the three-act comedy, Presenting Polly" offered last night by the St. Mich ael's Dramatic club a dicisive hit. Many funny situations developed as the play progressed and the eudi- ence was quite plesaed with the pro- duction. It was given in St. Mich ael's parish house Mrs. Foster Gamble directed the show.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-04-24
Card Party at All Saints

The card party at All Saints church last evening for the benefit of the church school summer picnic was very successful. Prizes were awarded at each table and refresh- ments served.
 Those attending were: Peggy Gill; lander, Reid Hoffman, Georgiana Wildman, Lima Linsalata, Mrs. Mar tha Watkins, Mrs. Alice Dockham, William Windebank, Joseph Baxter, Bernice Lowrey, Roger Lowrey, Mrs. Louis LaFage, Mrs. Harry Lowrey, Harry LaFage, MT. and Mrs. Walter Gooden, William Fisher, MT. and Mrs. Frank Stoddard, Mrs. Charles Curtiss, Miss Carrie Woodruff, Mrs. Mabel Atwood, Miss Margaret Be- den, Mrs. Henry Meyer, Mrs. A. R. Kuhn, Mrs. Clifford Glenning, Miss Martha Fenn, MT. and Mrs. Bert rand LaVigne, Sr., MT. and Mrs. Bert Lake, Mrs. Norton, Mrs. Bron- son, of Watertown, Mrs. Alice Ira vers, and Rev. A. Nugent Samwell.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-04-24

John, secretary; and Mary Daikus. treasurer, The class will discuss graduation plans at meeting to be held next month.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-04-24

Local flremen eXtinguishCd Q brush fire near High street yester- day which threatened Co spread Co nearby buildings.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-04-24
Much Enthusiasm Shown

The largest turnout in years o1 candidates and party workers tea- t,,red a meeting last night Of the democratic town committee ana party supporters at the town hall. Plans for the campaign were dls- cussed and all workers promised their support. .
 Enthusiasm was the keynote of f, meeting and one of the features was the harmony which prevailed. Democrat leaders said today they had not known such harmony on the part of 3l local democratic tac- lions in some years.
 The workers arranged lists or ap- plicants who applied to be made voters and were busy today rouno- ing up these applicants to bring them to the selectmen today ana tomorrow to be made voters.
 The Lutheran Brotherhood or the Salem Lutheran church will go to west Haven tonight to present an entertainment program at the west Haven Lutheran church. The mem bers will leave in private autos at 7.1g o'clock from the church. Emil RoiN will be in charge Of tranSpor- taticn.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-04-24

Local school children after finlsb- ing sessions today will not return Co sheir studies until Monday. May {,
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-04-24
Services on Daylight Time

Services in the Salem Lutheran Imnanuel Lutheran, Congregation al. Methodist Episcopal and St. Michaeps Episcopal church Sunday will be on daylight savings time, pastors of these churches announced today. The daylight savings time replace standard time here Sunday morning at ? a. m. and residents should turn their clocks forward one hour in order to be on day. light time. All business here will 70 on daylight savings time as usual. The change from standard to dayli. time is usually welcomed here.
 Services in St. Hedwig's Catholic church Sunday morning will be on standard time. Masses will be at g.. 9:3O and Il a. m. Other Catholic churches here have not yet an- nounced their schedule in regard to daylight saving time.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-04-24

the vacation resulting as the re- suit of the regular weeks vacation after an eight-week period of school. This will be the last ex- tended vacation before the schools close for the summer in June.
 Pallbearers at the Martin Smigel- ski funeral yesterday were: Chester Stankiewicz, Alexander Kowaleski, William Oldakowski, Joseph Hryn- keiwicz, Michael Dluyodick and Sylvester Buorski.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-04-24

Atty. Thomas Dodd of New Ha- ven, former G-Man and assistant WPA administrator in this state, will be the principal speaker at the annual Communion breakfast to be held by Ojeda council, Knights of Columbus Sunday, May l in the Elks' hall More than 200 are ex- pected to attend Members will re- ceive Holy Communion in a body before breakfast is held. Warden John J. Sheridan and Rev. Richard P. Morrissey pastor Of SC. Mary's church and council chaplain. will also be speakers at the affair.
 An entertainment program is being arranged. Joseph Murtha heads the general committee in charge.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-04-24
Party Tonight

A number of members of St. Marys Dramatic club will attend a get-acquainted party to be held at st. Avon inn, Bethany tonight. New members will be welcomed and a gay time enjoyed.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-04-24
hales, and Lieutenant Miss Eveline

hales, and Lieutenant Miss Eveline Hauser.
 Court of honor was held, games enjoyed, and plans for the hike Sat- urday morning at 5:20. The girls will meet at the railroad station. The meeting closed with a good night circle.
 Patrol corners were formed as fol- lows:
 Patrol I-Edna Boulanger, Evelyn Corcoran, leaders: Mary Graney, Edna Dubauskas, Joyce Kuntzweiler Ruth Crosse, Ruth Bucchanan, Mary Eileen Locke, Janet Venneau.
 Patrol II-Lorna Ashborn, leader, Betty Lou Traver, Martha Arlington Marjorie Pratt, Harriet Thompson.
 Patrol III-Peggy Budd, leader; Mildred Bares, assistant, Josephine Zaccaria, Lucy Zaccaria, Delaide Fugliese, Dorothy Cutler, Suzanne Hart, Lucy McGowan.
 Patrol IV-Barbara Adams, Ruth Clinton.
 The visitors were Helen Orencole, and Mary McGowan.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-04-24

Tho funeral of Thomas Smith, North Main street resident for many years, was held this morning at 9:l5 from his home, l06 North Main street to St. Mary's church at l o'clock where a high mass of requiem va scelebrated. Burial was in SC. James cemetery.