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The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-09-18

This evening at o'clock, in a special session, the Royal Order of Earbende1s, Washington Hill's ultra famous society, will formally induct their three new leaders into office for the coming year. The three, president, John Dalton, treasurer, Ralph Ruggles, and secretary, John Tehan, were elected at the annual election session, held at the Com munity House last Friday night, to succeed Thomas Reynolds, John Joyce and Patrick Donovan, who had held office for the two years of the clubs existence. James Sten- son, who was named to the newly created office of sergeant -at-arn1S, will also begin his duties tonight.
 Principal business of the session, after the induction ceremony, will be the drawing for captains and players for the "45" tournament Ses- sions of 1935-36. Sergeant-at-Arms James Stenson has been selected to lead a "45" and quoit team to take part in the contests which will be staged under the auspices of the Irish American Club at their an- nual outing on Sunday, September 20. Stenson will probably name his teammates at this evenings session.
 The officers were instructed to revise and augment the bylaws and regulations of the club, and prelim- mary steps toward that goal will probably be taken tonight. Intense interest has been shown by the members in regard to the beginning
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-09-18
Officials Confer On Approval OfRequest
 For Necessary Funds
Workers Disappointed Over Delay in Obtaining Formal f Approval of Appropriations - Congressman Smith
 Wires Washington for Information

New light was thrown on the WPA trafic survey project situation this morning when it was announc- ed after a conference of officials in charge of the project that they have four days between now and the beginning of the next work per- iod to wait for official approval of further extension of the work or announcement of delay.
 The present work period ended this noon and work is scheduled to start on next Tuesday morning, if official word is released from the New Haven office.
 Information Sought
 Word was received at the office of Congressman J. Joseph Smith, who is checking on the matter, yester- day afternoon, and at that time the New Haven office stated that Wash 1ngton had been contacted but the project of requisition had not been located. According to the statement made in New Haven, the last they had heard of the project was when it was in the hands of one of the WPA agencies known as the co-or- dinating committee. Congressman Smith also sent a wire to Washing ton yesterday for information in connection with approval or discon- tinuance of the project, but up un- til press time today no answer had been received.
 Little Optimism
 There is a possibility that word may be received and approval of funds granted by next Tuesday, but inasmuch as the situation is some
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-09-18
, OBI7UAR

PILIPAVICH = Mrs. Monica Veronica Pilipavich, also known as Phillips, died this morn ing at her home, IT South Leonard street after lingering ill- ness. Mrs. Pilipavich was a ra- tive of Lithuania but came to this country 30 years ago. She has been resident of this city for the past 27 years and was well known especially among the Lithuanian residents of the Brooklyn section. Mrs. Pilipavich was 8 communi- cant of St. Joseph's church and was a member of St. Ann's society and the Holy Rosary society of the parish.
 Besides her husband, James, she is survived by two sons,. John and Paul and one daughter, Helen, all cf this city and three brothers, John Simaitis of this country and An thony and Peter of Lithuania.
 The funeral will be held from the home, time and arrangements to be announced later. Friends may call at the home after o'clock this evening.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-09-18

There is a possibility of special observance in this city of Gold Star Mothers Day, September 27, It was announced this morning by Mrs. Lillian A. Wheeler, state chairlady and organizer of the Gold Star Mothers program.
 The state organization comprises 29 members. Celebrations of some kind will be held in other cities. on that day Mrs. Wheeler ana several other members from Connecticut will attend the National Convention of Gold Star Mothers in Cleveland.
 The resolution adopted by the 74th congress designating the last Sunday in September as Gold Star Mothers Day" follows:
 "Whereas the service rendered the United States by the American mother is the greatest source of the country's strength and inspiration; and
 whereas, the American mother is the mothers or America when we revere the fountainhead of the state; and
 "Wherets, the American mother is doing so much for the home and for the moral and spiritual uplift of the people of the United States and hence so much for good government and humanity; and
 Whereas the American Gold Star Mothers suffered the supreme sacri- flee of motherhood in the loss of their sons and daughters in the World War; Therefore, be it
 Resolved, by the Senate and House of Representatives of United States of America in Congress assembled, That the President or the United States is hereby author ized and requested to issue a procla- nation calling upon the Government officials to display the United States flag on all Government buildings, and the people of the United States
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-09-18
Traffic Survey Staff Waiting Official Instruction
WPA Cast T 0 Present
 1t Can't | Happen Here
Much PubIicized Play of Sinclair Lewis Chosen for
 State Presentation Interest Shown

Simultaneously with similar pre- sentations at Federal theaters in 27 other large American cities, the stage dramatization of Sinclair Lewis latest book, Tt Can't hap pen Here," will take place on the evening of October 27 at the Park theater in Bridgeport.
 The fact that Connecticut's Park City has been chosen as the site for the presentation of the famous stage version of 8 great authors great novel is in itself an honor. Tn 27 other cities throughout the land on the same evening expectant audiences will settle back in their seats awaiting the first curtain.
 Takes Responsibility
 On Federal theater has this cele- brated author bestowed the compli- ment of allowing the presentation of his thought-provoking story of the growth of Fascisn in this coun- try. The film version of the noval was cancelled in February. Foreign nations are good potential movie patrons, and pressure from Fascist countries in Europe prevented the production of the motion picture. It has been widely agreed that no private producer could possibly af- ford to present a thoroughly un- biased and clear-cut presentation of MT. Lewis timely theme. The re- suit was that to the mushrooming Federal theatrical units spread across the continent will go the re- sponsibility of presentation.
 MT. Lewis, in concluding arrange ments with the WPA said, T will give completly all my time and work in aiding the casting, writing, re- writing, etc., with the New York city projects and will personally supervise the New York presenta- tions."
 Locales Changed
 Of these there will be five, in- cluding the Jewish group. Locales will be changed, with complete cor responding production details in acc cord, to conform with the actual scenes of the theaters in which each presentation is given. Six languages will be used in the dramatizations. These are English, Yiddish, Italian, German, Cuban and Negro dialect.
 John c. Moffit, on leave from the Paramount studio, is collaborating with Mir. Lewis in completing the script, which will be in the hands of 26 anxious directors within the next few days. Casting is already underway, rehearsals will begin soon, and the great army of cos turner's, technicians, carpenters, bill posters, scenic designers, stage man. agers-all of those, in fact, for whom Federal theater has re-cre- ated their own world of the theater and all that 1t implies-will work together throughout the United States for the successful sinultane- ous production of what is perhaps the most significant literary effort of this generation.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-09-18
NORWALK PASTOR
 TO MARK JUBILEE

An item of great interest to many Waterburians is the fact that to- day marks the fiftieth anniversary of the ordination of Right Rever- end Monsignor Thomas L. Finn, LLD., P. R., pastor of St Mary's church in Norwalk.
 Monsignor Finn is well known to many in the city who have known him during his fifty years as a priest, although he, was never sta- tioned in Waterbury. When he was ordained in 1886 he was two months under the required age and had to receive special dispensation from the bishop at the time.
 Monsignor Finn served as a cur- ate from 1886 to 1900 at St. Mary's church in Derby and from 1900 to 1910 was stationed at Sacred Heart church in East Porchester. He has been at St. Mary's in Norwalk since that time.
 On the occasion of his elevation to the position of domestic prelate
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-09-18
MAYOR REQUESTS
 DRIVERS ARREST
West Cheshire Operator Faces Charge of Reck-
 less Driving

Isidore Berckmoes, 48. of West Cheshire, will appear in traffic court Monday morning to answer 8 charge of reckless driving lodged against him, according to city court attaches. by Mayor Frank Hayes. Berckmoes was arrested at 3 o'clock this morning by Patrolman John Cronan at the intersection of East Main and Spring street.
 In court this morning the man was charged with the blanket motor vehicle violation count, in accord- ance with the system now in use for cases of alleged infractions of the motor vehicle laws. The charge is expected to be changed to reckless driving after police complete their investigation.
 Details of Berckmoes' arrest could not be obtained this morning but police said they understood he was driving a truck along East Main street at an excessive rate of speed and that his arrest was ordered by the mayor. The man is engaged m the fruit and vegetable business.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-09-18
Earbenders Induct
 Officers Tonight
Captains and Players for "45" Tournament to Be
 Named Bylaws to Be Revised and Augmented
WASHINGTON HILL NEWS

of the "45'' contests, and therefore, full membership is expected to be in attendance. Supervisor Bill Shea and Officer Bill Barton of the Com munity House, who were named honorary members last week, will take part in the business tonight.
 Secretary John Tehan this week inaugurated the system of informing members of meetings by dispatching post cards.
 WOmen's Bowling
 Members of the Married Women'S Bowling league formed preliminary plans for the coming season at a netting last night. About 24 nlefn- bers of last years league were pres ent at the meeting.
 Final arrangements for the sched- ule of games and also election of officers will take place at the next meeting which has been set for next Thursday night at 8 o'clock in the Community house.
 Holy Name Reservations
 Martin Tehan, who is co-chair- man of the traffic committee for the group of Holy Manners who will go from this city to the na- tional convention at New York, for the Sunday exercises, lRs annoll1- ced that reservations for transpor- tation should be made direct with the railroad and not with him.
 About IS member of St. Francis Xavier society will attend the Sun day exercises. Thomas Scadden and Thomas Horan left yesterday to att tend the convention as official del- egates of the St. Francis group.
 Bean0 Tonight
 Tonight at xavian hall, 8 new form of entertainment will be offer ed to the residents on the hill. For the first time in any group in this
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-09-18

Elaborate preparations are in progress for the observance of the centennial anniversary of Mon- signor Slocum Branch of the A. O. H. to take place at Bucking- ham hall on the evening of Octo- Der 23rd, when it is expected that distinguished perSonages connect ted with the order and national ly known celebrities will partici- pate. During a meeting of the general committee which took place last night it was stated that everything is being done to as- sure the success of the celebra- ton.
 One of the feature attractions will be an Irish dance contest with the winner to be awarded 8 trophy donated for the occasion by Controller Daniel J. Leary. Contest entries must be register ed with Bart Scannell of IT Ayers street or with Edward Doyle of 108 Highland avenue.
 The committee will meet again tonight at A. o. H. hall to make further arrangements for the contest and other activities to take place. The committee is headed by Mayor Frank Hayes who is acting as honorary chair man; Martin Hayden, president; Commissioner James A. Phalen, general-chairman; William Kel- ly, vice-chairman; Edward Doyle, Bart Scannell, Robert Stack, Peter Griffin, Timothy Morgan and Tim othy Quane.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-09-18

PIatts Mills, Sept. 1S.-Baseball will come to close at Platts Mills next Sudnay afternoon when a double header will be played at Bristol Co. field. The first game will feature the Washington Park Old Timers managed by William F. Kelly and the Old Timers of PIatts Mills managed by Pete Pronovost and will start at 1880 o'clock.
 The second game will start at 3 o'clock sharp when. the Platts Mills regular team will face the MiddIebury team of the POmper- aug league managed by Gordon KnOwlton.
 From advance reports Platts Mills is preparing for 8 large crowd of rO6ters from Washing ton Park and MiddIebury.
 The games were arranged by William J. Richards, president of the Platts Mills Community asso- citation.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-09-18

what similar to the one cropped up in the last time when the members of the staff waited three weeks for approval, there is not much optiIn- ism on the part of those who are employed on the project.
 Nothing Definite
 In connection with the announce ment made at the New Haven office, though it may be assumed that they were in no way definite about the matter, there was an in- timation that 8 short delay would be the result of the present situa- tion. The last short delay only took three weeks and the one pre- vious to that listed almost five.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-09-18
EIks


 Attorney Walter Monaghan, ex- alted ruler of Waterbury lodge, Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks, announced last night that members had voted unani- mously to lease the land east of of the lodge building on West Main street for a gasoline sta- tion.
 The Elks have had several of- fers from companies and last night the members decided to consider these, providing terms are acceptable to members.
 Both the Gulf Refining and Atlantic Refining companies have made offers which are being con- sidered at the present time.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-09-18
SHORT CALENDAR
 TODAY BUSY ONE

Judge Patrick B. O'Sullivan pres sided at busy short calendar ses. sion in superior court today.
 Bank Commissioner Walter Perry. receiver for the Merchants Trust O., was given permission to in- stall a heati:.3 system in property owned by the bank on Hillside ave- nue.
 The commissioner also received confirmation of orders passed in chambers in the Merchants Trust receivership and the Naugatuck Bank & Trust Co.,, receivership.
 The petition to reopen judg- ment as to alimony in the case of Frank s. Grant against Helen Glea- son Grant was denied.
 Mrs. Kathryn Botsford was grant. ed an allowance of $50 t0 defend the suit brought by Hyland Bots- ford. The wife was also granted a $10 weekly alimony while the suit is pending.
 Permission was granted to erase from the docket the suit Jf George Clows against Charles Miller.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-09-18
Behind The Lines
V. F. w. Officers

Members of Wheeler Young post, Veterans of Foreign Wars, met last night to nominate ofh- cers for the coming election on October 1 and selected Robert Nc" Loughlin as nominee for the post of senior commander of the post. Others nominated are: Senior vice-commander, Joseph Meyer; junior e-commander, William O'Connor; quartermaster, Arthur LaBelle; judge advocate, J. Wil- liam Carroll; surgeon, Walter Rasicot; chaplain, John Luddy; delegates to the New Haven coun- ty council, Samuel Seigel, Ferd Brinkman, Edward Reilly, John Fitzgibbons, Lester Verzier and William O'Connor.
 One minute silence was held in tribute to Dan Shea, popular dis abled veteran who died Tuesday.
 Commander William Walker, William O'Connor, Arthur La- Belle and Edward Reilly were chosen to represent the post on the Armistice day celebration committee.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-09-18
SUBSTITUTES TO
 CONVENE MONDAY

Discussions concerning several im- portant subjects will take place at 8 meeting of the Waterbury Substi- ute Teachers association at the City Hall Monday night at 8 o'clock at which time Miss Katherine Han- lon, president, will be the presiding officer. It is expected that all mem bers will be in attendance.
 Officers of the association in ad- dition to President Hanlon include Miss Ruth Bolger, vice president; Miss Joyce Weber, recording secre- tary: Kenneth Killer, corresponding secretary, and Miss Jeanette Fris- chetti, treasurer.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-09-18
Gold Star Mothers
 Day Is Designated
Local Unit May Stage Observance September 27
 Other State Cities Plan Varied Programs

to display the flag and to hold ap- propriate meetings at their homes, churches, or other suitable places, on the last Sunday in September, as a public expression of the love, sor- row, and reverence of the people Of the United States for the American Gold Star Mothers.
 "Sec. 2. That the last Sunday in September shall hereafter be desig- mated and known as Gold Star Mothers Day" and it shall be the duty of the President to request its observance as provided for in this resolution"
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-09-18
SEARCH FOR COOK

Boston, Sept. 18. (UP)-Coast guards searched today for William R. Cook, Jr., 24, of Marshfield, be- lieved tossed from a 15-foot dory into the ocean and drowned. Cook s empty dory was lowed into Glou- cester harbor yesterday by the mackerel seiner Natalie 2d. Cook had been missing since Wednesday afternoon.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-09-18

A report is to be made at next Wednesdays meeting of the circle, which will also be featured by the annual election of officers.
 On the committee in addition to Chairman Arnold are: George Corcoran, J. Bennett Daly, Mau- rice, Mccarthy, Ralph Garthwaite, Gregory Gilmartin, Edgar Jack son, Robert Kenney, Peter Luddy, Harry Stover and Robert Me-
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-09-18
SQuireS

There will be a. special meet ing tonight at 7:30 o'clock in the Columbus club, 79 North Main street, of the Family Outing com mittee of Michael McGivney Circle, 124, Columbian Squires. James Arnold is chairman of the group.
 Tentative plans to be discussed tonight call for the annual outing and picnic to take place at Peo- ple's Forest on Sunday, Sept. 27.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-09-18
Mayflower Camp

Plans for bread demonstration November 5 and 45 card party November 19 were discussed at a meeting of Mayflower camp, Royal Neighbors of America, last night in Pythian hall. A bingo party will be held after the next meet ing, October l.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-09-18

more than two years ago, Monsig- nor Finn was described as "a wise counsellor, faithful friend, a loyal citizen and a prudent pastor of souls."
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-09-18
British Veterans


 Members of Lord Kitchner post, British War Veterans, as- sembIed last night at the rooms on 95 Bank street to make plans for participation in the New Eng land reunion of British War vet erans which will be held at Springfield, Mass, tomorrow.
 A bus will leave the club rooms at nine o'clock in the morning and all members who make the trip are asked to wear badges.
 An open house dance and en- tertainment will take place at the club rooms on September 26. Michael Austin is chairman of the committee.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-09-18
Zindah GrOttO

The 30-piece zindah Grotto band will journey to Walling- ford Sunday, under the direction of Monarch Warren D. Platt, to present a concert at the Masonic home. The concert will start at 4 o'clock and will last an hour and half. John P. Clark is conductor and Elmer P. Wilson is manager.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-09-18
Harmony TOdge

Roderick Cooke, worshipful mas ter, presided at last nights meet ing of Harmony lodge of Masons, at which session the fellowcrift
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-09-18

The electro-chemica impulses by which nerves carry messages from one part of the body to another travel at the rate of 400 feet a sec- Of1d.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-09-18
Women of the Moose

Following last nights business session of the Women of the Moose at Pythian hall a bingo party arranged by Mrs. Angeline Carisio, Mrs. Mary Squires and Mrs. Mary Houghtaling, took place.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-09-18

district, the church will sponsor a regular series of beano games to De played at the hall each Friday night. Marty Connors is in charge of the general affairs for the games
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-09-18
FRATERNAL NEWS---

degree was conferred on candi- date. The entered apprentice de- gree will be exemplified at the next meeting of the lodge, October
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-09-18
CARD or THANKS

We wish to thank our many frienGs, relatives and neighbors for their sympathy, kindness and beau- tifuI floral offerings extended us during our recent Bereavement. the death of our beloved wife and mother. Mrs Paolina Dinova.
 (Sfwned1 AUGUST DfNOVA
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-09-18

Freight tonnage on Japanese rail- ways is per cent higher than in 1885.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-09-18
FUNERALS

l The funeral of Thomas F. Bolger was held this morning at 8:30 o'clock from the home 695 East Main street to the Sacred Heart church where 8 solemn mass of re- uuiem was celebrated at 9 o'clock by Rev. John McGrath assisted by Rev. Francis Breen, deacon, Rev. John Dial. sub-deacon and Rev. Frederick Schaeffer, master of cere- monies. Rev. Henry E. Quinn and Rev. Richard Stewart, the latter of Middletown, N. Y, were seated in the sanctuary. Burial was in Cal vary cemetery with committal serv- ices by Father Breen assisted by the visiting clergymen.
 The honorary pallbears, all mem- ] bers of the Scovill Foreman'S asso- citation, were: William Colina, Will liam Black, James Egan and Armand Wolf.
 The pallbearers included: Martin Campion, Charles McWeeney, Har- old Parker, Thomas McGrath, John Reilly and Maurice Sweeney. The funeral of Roderick J.. Per- Eault was held this morning at 9:30 o'clock from the home, 48 Arbor street, to St. Francis Xavier church, where solemn high mass was cele- bra.ed at 10 o'clock. Burial was in Mount St. Peters cemetery, Derby.
 The funeral of Ernest D. Simons will be held tomorrow afternoon at ! 2:30 o'clock at the Alderson funeral home, 70 Central avenue, Rev. J. R. Bainton, of Cheshire, officiating. Burial will be in St. Peters ceme- tery, Cheshire. Friends may call at the funeral home this afternoon from 2 to { o'clock and this eve ming from 2 to g o'clock.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-09-18

ANDERsON--In this city, Sept. II, 1886. Ingebord Anderson, of l74 Willow St. Funeral Sunday after funeral home, 70 Central Avenue.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-09-18
MASSES
DIED

PILIPAvICH-In this city, Septem- Der IS, 1936. Mrs. Monica Veronica Pilipavich of IF South Leonard St.
 Funeral arrangements later.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-09-18

O'DONNELIs--In this city, Sept. IT. 1886. John ODonnell of l27 South View St, Funeral Monday morning ! at S:15 o'clock, from Mulville fu- < neral home, 27O West Main St., to St. Francis xavier's church. Bur-
 ial in Calvary cemetery.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-09-18

GALOR--In this city, Sept. 17, 1886. { Mrs. Doris Ga1or of Cheshire, Conn. Funeral Sunday afternoon at 2:30 o'clock, from Clark funeral home. 20 State street. Burial in old Will limantic cemetery.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-09-18

NORTON = In this city, Sept. IF, . 1886. Miss Elizabeth Norton of Meriden Road, Cheshire. Funeral Sunday afternoon at 2:30 o'clock from Meriden Road, Cheshire. Burr ialY in Hillside cemetery, Cheshire.