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The Detroit tribune. (Detroit, Mich.) 1935-1966, 1936-03-14
TWELVE HORSEMEN'S CLUB

Sunday, March s, pep meeting
was held in connection with the
popularity contest sponsored by
the club. More than two hundred
guests were entertained at the
matinee dance at the clubs head
quarters, 323 Erskine, and many
prominent citizens were seen being
served at the spacious bar.
The popularity contest will close
on March %. The contestants are
determined to win and it seems
that there will be a closely con-
tested battle for victory.
The Detroit tribune. (Detroit, Mich.) 1935-1966, 1936-03-14
CALHOUN ALUMNI CLUB

The club met Sunday, March s,
at 1888 Begole avenue. The men,
bers were glad to have the presi-
dent, r. B. Brown, present, after
a brief illness.
The aim of the club is to KEEP
in touch with each member; and
to render the best service posi-
BILE to their alma mater at Calhoun.
Alabama, the members, and to the
community at large.
The clubs will associate with
other clubs and organizations.
The Detroit tribune. (Detroit, Mich.) 1935-1966, 1936-03-14

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majority of the members were pre-
sent. After the business session,
the hostess served dainty refresh
ments.
The members are glad to have
Mrs. Nixon with them again, after
her recent illness. Two new men,
bers are also added to the club in
persons of Mrs. E. Holmes and
Mrs. G.. Thomas.
The Detroit tribune. (Detroit, Mich.) 1935-1966, 1936-03-14

It is wise to Advertise in the
Columns of the Detroit Tribune.
The Detroit tribune. (Detroit, Mich.) 1935-1966, 1936-03-14

Get a Croquignole that's
Smart, N w. Individual,
Softer and Lovelier.
The Detroit tribune. (Detroit, Mich.) 1935-1966, 1936-03-14
NORTH END SOCIAL CLUB

The club held It's last meeting at
the home of Mrs. E. Stinson, 1903
LaBelle, Thursday, March 5. Mrs.
o. Dosicher, a visitor, made brief
encouraging remarks.
The members of the club are an
ticipating with enthusiasm the ap-
proach Of their spring festival,
which will be staged on May 2.
The hostess served a delicious
menu.
The next meeting will be at the
home of Mrs. Mary Hanson, 1871
Mitchell street. Mrs. M. L. Gill is
president; Susie Walker, reporter.
The Detroit tribune. (Detroit, Mich.) 1935-1966, 1936-03-14
l.. AND G. ROYAL SOCIAL CLUB

The club met with A. Manor, on
Feb. 26, all members being present.
j. Galloway, the chaplain, called
the meeting to order. After devo-
tionals, the meeting was opened
for business. The president, Mrs.
L. Hamilton, presided. Plans were
made for the next social, to be CIV
en- March IA, at the home of Mr..
Maihor, 1901 Alger, Apt. 3. The
hostess served a dainty menu, af-
ter the meeting. Cards furnished
entertainment.
The club also met March II, at
the home of the president, Mrs
Hamilton, TO Frederick avenue.
The Detroit tribune. (Detroit, Mich.) 1935-1966, 1936-03-14

Who are the Fi-Deltas!
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The Detroit tribune. (Detroit, Mich.) 1935-1966, 1936-03-14
ADV. CLUB OF SEORGINS

The Adv. Club of Seorgins is
composed of a group of progress
sive young people who are seeking
to improve their minds by open
forum discussions of current
problems and events.
All those who are interested in
what is happening in the world
today, are invited to attend the
weekly meetings of this club.
The meetings are held at 434 Wat
son st. every Thursday night
from 8 to 10 o'clock.
.2agS@ Jrse.t sSF ~ IAN ML
BEAUTICIANS LEAGUE
The Detroit Beauticians League
met March 3, at the home of Mad
am Cave Williams, 5S40 John r.
street. The session was called to
ORDER by the president. The
chaplain led in prayer and reports
were made by the various commit
tees who served during the recent
hair style review.
At a previous meeting, Mrs. Luz
Gle Smith and Mrs. Helen Jack
son became members of the league.
After the completion of the bust
ness period, the meeting was turn
ed over to the hostess, who serv-
ed a delicious three-course menu.
The next meeting will be Tues
day, March II, with Miss W.
Ayres, 4O3 e. Warren Avenue.
The Detroit tribune. (Detroit, Mich.) 1935-1966, 1936-03-14

who are the Fi-Deltas?
The Detroit tribune. (Detroit, Mich.) 1935-1966, 1936-03-14
wHOOPEE TWELVE CLUB !

The club met Friday, MARCH, 6,
with Mrs. M. Wright. The business
session was conducted in order and
The Detroit tribune. (Detroit, Mich.) 1935-1966, 1936-03-14
NORTH END SOCIAL CLUB

The club met Thursday, March 5,
with Mrs. Elizabeth Stinson, in La
Belle street, with a large attend
ance. Plans were launched for
their spring income effort "The
Colored Woman In History" re-
gular feature, was read by Mrs.
Annie Lee Stepney. Echoes from
the meeting of the City Associa-
ton were given by the president.
Mrs. M. L. Gill. Mrs. o. Dozier
was a visitor at the meeting.
Mrs. Mary Hanson, of Mitchell
street, will be hostess to the club
March 10.
The Detroit tribune. (Detroit, Mich.) 1935-1966, 1936-03-14
JOLLY SOCIAL CLUB

The club met Saturday night,
March z, for business meeting at
the home of Mr.. and Mrs. Lafay-
cite Terrence. The members later
Joined the Good Fellowship Boys
at their dance at 535 Frederick
street.
The next regular meeting will
be held Saturday, March IA, at
the home of Mr.. and Mrs. Tor
renee, 1916 Cameron street.
George Virgins is president;
Bessie Terrence, reporter.
The Detroit tribune. (Detroit, Mich.) 1935-1966, 1936-03-14

clubs improvement. Miss Anders,
Miss Jackson, and Mrs. Bell, all
of New York City, were guests of
the club.
The hostess served a delicious
repast, after which enjoyable
games of bridge were played.
The Detroit tribune. (Detroit, Mich.) 1935-1966, 1936-03-14

Alonza Brown.
The next meeting will be at the
home Of Mrs. Eva Mcdonald, 2251
Lafayette street.
The Detroit tribune. (Detroit, Mich.) 1935-1966, 1936-03-14

SOPHISTICATED LADIES CLUB
The club met at the home OF
Mrs. Powell ,on Illinois, with the
! preeidant Mrs Lee .zHliding Ibs
The Detroit tribune. (Detroit, Mich.) 1935-1966, 1936-03-14

MELLOW IL SOCIAL CLUB
The Mellow IL Social Club met
at the home of Miss Lyma, GIT
Brewster. The business discussion
was followed by delightful lunch
The Detroit tribune. (Detroit, Mich.) 1935-1966, 1936-03-14
SMART SET SOCIAL CLUB

The Smart Set Social Club met
at the home of the President, G.
Pryor, 1901 Joseph Campau street,
Tuesday evening, March 3rd. The
e-President, Mrs. Eva McDon-
aid presided.
After transacting the regular
business, the members were served
tasty luncheon by the hostess,
Mrs. Velma Pryor. Those present
were; Mrs. Rebecca Lee, Mrs
Leona McEwen, Mrs. Velma Lee
Miss Eva Mcdonald, Mrs. Sarah
James, Mrs. Althea Smith, DaviC
Rrooks Edward Williams. AM
The Detroit tribune. (Detroit, Mich.) 1935-1966, 1936-03-14

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The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-01-31

Reports from Red Cross and American Legion headquarters indI- cated today that tho first rush of applications in connection with the bonus was over and that the vet- crans had needed the advice of the local organization leaders to take it easy. Despite the fact that Maj. J. William Carroll, custodian of the local armory, was instructed yester- day to turn over whatever room is required in the armory to local vet- eran'H examinations for the purpose of assisting them in making out of applications, 1t is believed that the Wheeler Young post will be the only unit that will make use of this offer and that they will prob- ably use only the ono room they have for regular meeting purposes.
 Both the Corp. Coyle post of the American legion and the Red Cross headquarters went into action yes- terday. At tho legion headquarters on Holmes Ave. between 86 and % applications were filled out and certified from noon until Q o'clock in the evening. Approximately 30 of these were also handled by the Red Cross office under the direc- ton of Mrs. Edith Ladd. Facilities for finger printing the applicants, Q necessary item in the filing of ape plications, have been set up in all headquarters and the notary pub- lic requirements have been taken care of at these offices.
 Robert Y. Birt, service officer of the Legion is in direct charge of the filing of applications at the Legion home. He is being assisted by Harley Dennison, Joseph Bren- ieis, and Charles Elwell. Paul Wilhelm, Q notary, is taking the acknowledgements of the veter- ans and affixing the notary's seal.
 Bannlgan steps In
 At the request of Major Thomas J. Bannigan. director of the veter- ans Hospital at Newington the D. A. V. radio forum presented over WATR will dedicate It's next three programs to providing official inc formation on the facts having to do wiih the payment of the bonus, iipathods of filing applications, cx-
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-01-31

first notes on the program will Dc Gounded by Jack Fitzgerald and his orchestra at 8:ib o'clock and an overture medley will be offered un- til curtain time at 8:30. The enter tainment will last on hour and dancing will follow continuing until o'clock.
 The doors will open ct 7:30 o. clock and no seats will be reserved. The proceeds will be used to help finance c St. Patrick's day parade in this city.
 Members of the Ladies Auxiliary, headed by President Miss Mary McKenna, will act as usheretets.
 The cast will include twenty voice chorus. James Fitzgerald will Do at the plano.
 From the office of the fire mar shal today came the warning that all rules and regulations relative to the causes of fire must be rec gpected. The police department also warns that there will be no parking on Cottage place nor near any of the exits leading from the hall to Bank and Grand streets. Special patrolmen will be on duty in the vicinity to see that this ruling is rigidly enforced.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-01-31
SPELLING HONORS
 FOR MARION FOLEY
st. Margaret's School Girl Captures WATR Award;
 Fifth of Class to Win

Marion Foley, 53 Johnson street pupil in the seventh grade at St Margaret's school, was the victor in the spelling bee held at Station WATR yesterday afternoon. This
 marks the fifth time that Q pupil from the seventh grade at St. Mar garet's has captured first honors in these spelling matches. Previous to yesterdays contest the winners from the Willow street school were Laura McTIale, William Harrington, Rose Dressell and Elizabeth 0onya. Sec- ond place in yesterdays match went to Mitchell stametes of Ma loney school and third to Eunice Luth of Sacred eaart school.
 Those who took part in yester- days match are listed as follows: Rose Vellucci, Merriman; Gather inc Marinko. Maloney; Pearl Muc. cino, Merriman; Eleanor Basil, Merriman: Howard Carlson, Mary Abbott; Roger Carroll, Mary Abbot;
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-01-31
BUNKER HILL TO
 ATTEND PROGRAM
Drum Corps to Be Guests of St. JOseph's at Ex.
 erCises Tomorrow

Tho newly organized Bunker Hill fife and drum corps will be guests of St. Joseph's at . social that will follow the exercises tomorrow in which the Brooklyn musicians will receive . silver loving cup. the gift of the Lithuanian population of Hartford In recognition and appre- clation of services rendered.
 The Bunker Hill group will offer 6 novel puppet show as c part Of the amusement program. Other features of the afternoon will be Q moving picture show. refreshments and Q variety entertainment. Both fife and drum corps will present drills in both playing and marching.
 Tn addition to the parents of the members of both corps, the affair will be attended by c large dele- gation from Hartford. The trophy will be received by Rev. Joseph J. Valantiejus, pastor of the parish, and will then be placed in the drum corps headquarters. Leaders of the unit may decide to exhibit the cup in the window of one of Brooklyn's most prominent stores.
 Dance Tomorrow Night
 Moro than 500 couples are expect cd to attend the dance by St. Jo- seph's junior and senior choirs to- morrow night at the parish hall. The proceeds of the affair will be turned over to the building fund. Music during the evening will be provided by tho Young Melodians orchestra.
 The committee in charge consists Of Marcelle Andrikas, Helen Thomas, Genevieve Gtuiginskas, Mrs. Vera Voeglin, Mrs. Matthew Naraulis. Jo- sepht Kanapka and Charles Saka- laisskas.
 |. 0. r. 0. Entertainment
 Enc first annual minstrel and dance under the auspices of the Lithuanian Citizens Political club will take place tomorrow night ct Venta hail. 103 Green street. The cast will be under the direction of Mss gImelda Casey.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-01-31
ITALIAN VETERANS
 TO GIVE SERENADE
FlOriO Post, WPA Band to Visit U. s. Hospital at NewingtOn Tonight

The WPA band, under the direc- ton of Cosno Vendetti, will jour- ney to the veterans hospital in Newington tonight and give . con- cert for the veterans. The concert was arranged through the courtesy of the park department and at the request of the Florio post, Italian. American War Veterans. Two bIsses have been chartered from the Con- necticut Co.,, and the entire band will leave from Hamilton park pavilian at 6:30 ?. m.
 This marks the first time the an-American group has spon- sored Q program of this kind at the home and 1t Is expected that the Meriden post will repeat the affair sometime next month. A committee of women from the auxiliary of the local post will distribute cigarettes to the veterans ct the hospital and 1t has been announced that mem- bers of the auxiliary who wish to
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-01-31
ACCUSED TROOPER
 FACES SUPERIORS
Commissioner Sunderland Reserves Decision in
 sO'TOOIe Case

Decision was reserved by State Police Commissioner Anthony Sum- derland yesterday afternoon after conducting 6 hearing in the case of State Policeman Patrick O'Toole of Naugatuck charged with conduct unbecon1ing an ofiicer. The officer has been under suspension since an accident at North Haven on New Years day when the car he was driving crashed into Q fence. He was in New Haven hospital for . week with concussion of the brain.
 Proceedings of the hearing were not made public and Commissioner Sunderland refused to be inter- viewed concerning the case. There were no outside witnesses, only the accused man, MT. Sunderland and Major Frank M. Nichols, state poe lice officer in charge of personnel being present.
 As was the case when O"Toole was
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-01-31
First Local Bonus Application Rush Regarded as Ove
NETCHBOR'S DOG
 SCARES BURGLARS

An attempted break at the home of Charles Bulxis, Sl2 Wilson street, manager of Q chain store, was ap- parently foiIed by a dog owned by . neighbor, according to Q report made to police yesterday. Detec- tive Joseph Bendler investigate and found that an attempt had been made to jimmy c pantry win- dow and glass in Q rear door had been broken. 4 woman living on the floor said she had heard the noise of breaking glass and that she had gone out to the back porch with her dog. The barking of the dog is believed to have frightened the thief.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-01-31
D. "A. W. To Dedicate
 Radio Broadcast To
 Methods Of Payment
Interpretations of Washington, D. c. Statements to to Be Given Over WATR Tomorrow Afternoon;
 Speakers Being Lined Up for Future Programs

emptions and . modified interpre. tation of the statements released from Washington, D. c. The ex- plantations will be presented in Q simplifled form. First information will be revealed on the D. A. V. pro- gram tomorrow afternoon at i:l6 o'clock and John Barry will Dc rnas- ter of ceremonies.
 OfIicials of the local D. A. V. chapter stated to-day they will en- deavor to secure the services of prominent members of the veterans administration to appear in con- junction with the movement to bring the right Information from the proper source,
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-01-31
STAIRWAY FALL
 SUIT WITHDRAWN

The suit of Delea Banawicz against John D'Angelo, in which che asked damages of 5000 for @ stairway fall at 32 Lafayette street. was withdrawn from the docket of the court of common pleas after settlement had been reported.
 The action was based on injuries the plaintiff suffered when stair way railing ailcgedly broke as she was leaning on 1t and threw her down 6 flight of stairs.
 Also withdrawn in common pleas court was & foreclosure action brought by the City of Waterbury against Joseph Calabro of Hartford. Property on Williams street was involved.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-01-31
AGREEMENTS FILED

The following agreements were approved in compensation court to- day by Commissioner James N. Lynch:
 City of Waterbury and PasquRle Nallo. toe injury. eo.b0 weekly be- ginning January l7.
 Seymour Hardware Company and George Woodward. loss of g i-s per cent use of two fingers. SIS weekly for ie Ia weeks beginning June IS. ie3b.
 old English Brewing Company and John Mctenorny, of Derby. spralned right shoulder. elJ.A0 weekly beginning December Si.
 Cliy Of Waterbury and Thomas Moore. ag Walnut street. naef0~iliac etaln. 4a.i0 weekly. beginning jmn- eaKV a.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-01-31

make the trip meet at the corner of Bank and Grand street at 6 D. m.
 The program for tonight'S con. cert is an extensive one and has been arranged as follows:
 March--2nd Regt. c. N. c. Reeves Overture-Poet and Peasant. .Suppe Medley-Over There ........ Lake Fox Trot-Tiger Rag .... Brockton March-Washington Post ... .Sousa Selection--Pinafore ...... Sullivan March--Anchors Aweight .....
 ........ Zimmerman ldyle-Two Guitars ...... Horlick Descriptive-Death of Custer ...
 ,................ Johnson Medley-Around the Camp Fire.
 '.'''.'''''.'.... 6eredy March--Stars and Stripes Forever
 '','''''.' ............ SOuS@
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-01-31
KILLED EDITOR
 WITNESS SHAKY

Minneapolis. Jan. si-lUP)-Wes- ley Anderson. who pointed out Isa- dCre (Kid Canr) I3Iumfeld as the slayer of Walter Liggett. was called back to tho witness stand today in n defense attempt to impeach his testimony. The nervous, youthful appearing witness was croas-exain- ined for thre hours yesterday after Identifying BIumfcld as ono of two men in the front seat of tho slayer's automobile. Liggett. cr,isading news uapeF editor, was shot down as he stepped from his car at the rear of his apartmen on the night of Dec. .. Anderson said he was the first person to reach Liggett's body. Ho fnid he saw no one and heard no one scream, and "stayed ther just long enough to spin around and run back" to notify an apartment cmretaker.
 Mrs. Edith figgett. wife of the ed- itor who will be the states star wltnes. and their i0~year~cld daueh- ter were in the car when Llssett was shot. Anderson seid he nod from the scene because he didn't want to get mixed up in it"
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-01-31
IRISH MUSIC TO FEATURE REVUE
Minstrel Tonight at Buck. ingham Hall Expects
 Capacity Crowd

Irish music will be heard tonight ct Buckingham hall during the pre- sentation of the American minstrels The show will be under the direction of Joseph Lezotte and Francis "cy" o'Donnell. secretary of the sponsoring organization, will act as master of ceremonies. The
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-01-31
SOCIALISTS STUDY
 CURRENT PROBLEMS

This evening at 8 o'clock, in . classroom on the second floor of Post College on Central avenue, the socialist labor party will hold its first study class session for those interested in the study of contempo- rary social problems. There will be no admission charge. The instruc- tor will be Herman Simon, state or- ganizer for the party and recent participant fin one of the radio dis- cussions held in the local Y. M. o. A.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-01-31
LAW DATE SET

June 3rd was set as law day today in the foreclosure action brought by the Waterbury Trust Co. and Nich- olene Daponte and others, The date was set after . hearing before Judge Edward Finn during the short cal- endar session of the court of com mon pleas.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-01-31

Dorothy Boyle, Wilby: Samson Pros copino, Maloney: Mary Knapp, Rus sell: Amadeo Marconi. Merrimat; Theresa Bruno, Russell and Lucy Lombardo, Merriman.
 These matches are given under the direction of George Duffy, stu- dio manager, and in conjunction with the Waterbury Democrat.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-01-31
Vegetable Growers
 Appoint U. s. Coe

H. s. Coe of this city was elected chairman of the committee on codes yesterday ct the 23rd annual convention of the Connecticut Vegetable Growers association if Bridgeport. Wisner Wilson of Hunt irgton was chosen president of the association and Donald Manchester of Bristol was named vice-presldent. Frank Roberts of Middletown was elected secretary and c. R. Turner of Hamden was chosen treasurer
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-01-31
DREAM OF DEATH TRUE

Cranborne, England (UP) - On Q Friday night Mrs. Lonnen, of Castle-street this city, dreamed her son, Thomas, was in . road crash. On Saturday night Thomas was killed in collision by Joseph zio- mek, retired operator of a solcon.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-01-31

arraigned on Q charge of drunken driving, in North Haven town court January 18th, the testimony of Dr. Edwin A. Lawrence, interne at New Haven hospital who treated O"Toole after the accident, Constable Leo w. Nelson of North Haven, and pr. John J. Miniter, whom O'Toole is accused of attacking, was not heard.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-01-31

That . British police car rammed another machine containing sus. poets while speeding 60 miles an hour, was testified recently ct Q court in London.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-01-31

alsel mIIie of Mexico are opefat. lna ni csraelly.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-01-31

Unemployment in the Neither lands is less than year ago.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-01-31

With this in mnd ready to give you +he things you need at February Sale savings to 5o You don't have to wait un inc bonds delivered 10 obtain the furnishings end your families right Therefore invite every veteran to come in immediately select tho merchandise his family needs and will be delivered to you down payment sary You can arrange pay when Uncle Sam pays you vee
 ans words good his bond and ead 10 contribute & service to help make happier better homes in this community
 adeys for many years authorized member of +he Asoc asd Army and Navy stores and always staunch friend of ihs
Imperial Valley press., 1936-09-01

WlJH COl. roscoe turner ap-
parently out of the race as a re-
suit OF his crackup near Gallup,
N. M, Sunday. Detroyat was hail
ed as ''the man to beat" by ayia-
ton experts.
The Frenchman whipped his
racer around the pylons at Union
air terminal SO fast that airport
attendants tagged him down,
fearful of an accident at the COM
mercial field.
The tall. rugged flier grinned
and patted his plane after land
ing but scoffed at talk he would
be the favorite to win the Thomp-
son race next Monday.
He admitted. however, that the
plane, reputedly built by the
French government at a cost of
$l.000,0 900, was capable of doing
300 miles an hour.
She is a good Ship" he said
in broken English, "only the pro-
pellors. they go the wrong way
Detroyat explained that French
planes have propellors running
exactly opposite from the direction.
they follow in American planes.'
He said this slowed him down
when rounding the pylonS.
Imperial Valley press., 1936-09-01
FUGITIVE BACK
In COUNTY JAIL

John Donohue, 40, alias John
Perry, was returned to the Imperial
county Jail Tuesday, bringing to an
end a search which began Febru-
ary 8, when he escaped from the
county chain gang.
The prisoner disappeared from
the county court house lawn while
the chain gang was at work and
no trace of him was found until he
was arrested in Stockton for va
grancy.
He was sentenced to four months
in the county Jail by Judge Lee
Nuffer in Ell Centro police court
on petty theft charge. He now
will have to be tried for escape.