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The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-12-08
Market Prices Range Higher h EarlyHours
Higher Grade Issues Took Lead-Trading Was Fairly
 Active Steel Shares Of All Kinds Advance
BY ELMER c. WALZER fVInltaA Preru Financial EAlAor'

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 New York, Dec. 8.-(UP)--Stocks advanced at the opening today un- der leadership of the higher grade issues in contrast with recent ses- sions when the so-called cats and dogs predominated. Trading was fairly active.
 Steel shares made belated re- sponse to a rise in steel operating rate to a new high since May 6, 1930, at 76.6 per cent of capacity. U. s. Steel opened at 75 up 3-4; Bethlehem 72 up 7-8, and Youngs- town Sheet & Tube 30 3-8 up 1-4.
 Chrysler was up 3-8 at 122 3-8, while General Motors on block of 1000 shares rose 5-8 to 68 1-8.
 American Telephone opened at 187 5-8 up 5-8; General Electric 51 1-2 up 3-4; Western Union 88 1-2 up 7-8; Consolidated Edison 4S 1-4 up 1-8; Union Pacific 127 up Ia; Anaconda 48 up 1-2; Kennecott 57 5-8 up 5-8: Union Carbide 103 up 3-4: Montgomery Ward 65 1-2 up 1-4: International Nickel 61 5-8 up l 1-S, and Woolworth ,65 1-2 up 3-4.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-12-08
Plans Made

Plans were completed at the De- cember meeting of the Fire Depart rnent last evening in the fire house on North Main street for the ban quet next Saturday evening in the Town Hall in honor of those who assisted the fire department in their carnival and field day last Au- gust. Plans to accommodate IFS have been made by the department who will serve turkey supper to their friends.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-12-08
THONIASTON CeRrespondent-Afrs. Frank H. Mattoon. Union GG-TeL. 19S
SIX REFUSALS
 IN SALE MADE
Christmas Seal Campaign Nets Committee $I59
 Here to Date

Th0maSton, Dec. 6-ReturnS are being made daily in response to the Christmas seals letters sent out Mo- vember %. Of the approximately 325 letters mailed there have been 176 responses. The total amount received 50 far is @15o.95. Of the 176 who have answered the appeal of the anti-tuberculosiS committee but six refusals have been received. Not al lof the 170 have purchased the entire 100 seals but have helped the cause in 50 far as they were able. The first day of the seal sale brought 8 return of $51. With about 150 more to be heard from, beside the grammar school children who always help considerably, hopes are entertained the $215 mark of the past year may be passed.
 Women Meet Tonight
 Members of McGivney circle, Daughters of Isabella, have been requested to be present at the meet ing tonight at 7:45 o'clock so busi- ness of the evening may be trans acted sufficiently early to permit the enjoyment of the social which will follow.
 At the regular monthly meeting of the school board last night in the high school building routine busi- ness was transacted which included the payment of bills at date and the acceptance of the superintendant's and nurses report. Renewals of three insurance policies amounting to $4,400 on the Brick and Center schools were discussed and by the vote of the board the policy for 5000 on the Brick school building was awarded the T. M. Lyons agency while two other, one for $500 on the same building and one for $900 on one of the Center school build ings was awarded the c. A. Curtiss agency. The present policies, issued by Henry E. Stoughton and c. A. Curtiss, agents, will expire Decem- Der 13. By the vote of the board thetwo policies on the high school building, one for $43,O0O on the building and the other of 5000 on equipment, which expire De- cember 27, will be divided equally between the Curtiss and Lyons agencies.
 A letter to the board. from the Clifford R. French post, A. L., in appreciation of the cooperation of school authorities and teachers in the educational project of the post was read and placed on file.
 Members present at the meeting were Chairman George A. Dewell, Secretary Mrs. Elizabeth A. Mat toon, Mrs. Bea Galway, Max Win ser, Harry Swanson, John Monahan and Hugh Tingle.
 Anniversary Observed
 Members of the Marine band ob- served the 42nd anniversary of it's organization with banquet and entertainment in the band rooms of the Seth Thomas Clock company building on Elm street last night. The program followed the annual meeting at which the following offi- cers were elected: President, Lester Pratt; vice-president, George Ber- natchez; secretary, Walter Dickin- son; treasurer, James Kelley; ser- geant at arms, Harry Heinze; con- ductor, Raymond Benson; manager, Harry Benson.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-12-08
Installing New System

A new heating system Is being in- stalled in the Public Library. The new system, which will be complet- cd within week will replace the present system whereby the library is furnished by heat by Plymouth from the Town Hall at an annual
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-12-08
INDIANS ADEPT
 AT PANTOMIME

Syracuse. N. Y. (UP)-American Indians used handles" as Q prac- tical means of conversation. Prin- cess Nscoomee. the blue-eyed daugh ter of Kiowa chief, told @ meeting here. She explained that different tribes conversed by pantaminefi Happiness, she said, was conveyed by motions signifying: "You make the sun rise in my heart"
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-12-08

Racing Lady" the RKO Radio turf drama co-featuring Smith Bel- lew and Ann Dvorak, is adapted from the Damon Runyon story. Rupyon is recognized as one of Americas foremost journalists.
 Bobby Breen. juvenile singing star of Sol Lesser,s production for RKO Radio, Rainbow on the River. has a repertoire of $50 songs many of them operatic arias.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-12-08

Terryville, Dec. g. A Christmas party will be held by the Teachers Association in the social rooms of the Congregational church tomor- row evening at 7:45 o'clock. A read CT will be present and Christmas carols will be sung. Refreshments will be served and grab bag will one of the features of the entertain ment.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-12-08
GARLIC PLANT UNDER FIRE

Marysville. Cal. tUP)-oarlic as . delicate seasoner for salad may be all right but q garlic plant in q community Is Q public nuisance. according to certain clements of the community here. They have asked the city council to suppress . local industry as detrimental tc the city in general.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-12-08
CONTRAST

Chilling mystery and hilarious comedy are equally divided in "The Plot Thickens," the latest RKO Radio detective thriller returning Inspector Piper and Hildegarde Withers to the screen. James Glea- son and ZaSu Pitts are featured.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-12-08
DEATH HOUSE LIFE

The unvarnished truth of life in condemned row" of a prison death house, is disclosed in RKO Radios We Who Are About to Die," with neither defense nor an indictment of those who face the gallows. Preston Foster, Ann Dvorak and John Bcal head a notable cast.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-12-08
Laughlin Funeral

Funeral services for John Laugh lin were held Monday afternoon at Christ Episcopal church at 1:30. Dr. Thomas s. Cline officiated. Bur ial was in the Evergreen cemetery.
 The bearers were Thomas Ken nedy and William McGowan, repre- senting the Foremen's Association of the Oakville Company; Wilfred
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-12-08
lily Cluh Meetinr

Ernest Buell. and Raymond Nal ley of the High school faculty will be in charge of the weekly meet ing of the Hi-Y Club this evening at 2 o'clock in the Prospect street school.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-12-08
Card Party Thursday

Another in the series of 45 stag card parties by Leo XIII Council, Knights of Columbus, will be held in their rooms on Main street Thursday evening with prizes to be awarded the team winning the largest number of points.
 A special stag forty-five card party will be held in their rooms Monday evening, December 2l at which time a turkey will be award ed to each member of the winning three-man team.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-12-08
Sale For Blind

A sale of handwork made by the blind of Connecticut will be held in the social rooms of the Congre- gational church this afternoon and evening. During the sale demon- stration of making various articles is being given by the blind.
 This evening at o'clock meet ing of the Woman,s Club will be held in the social rooms at which time a program of entertainment will be given by a group of blind people from Bristol and Hartford.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-12-08
OAKVILLF Correspondent: Mae Villa Babip| 1877 Wstertowu Avenue
CHURCH SCHOOL
 PARTY PLANNED
All Saints Members Pick December % for Pupils
 Get-TOgether

The honor roll of All Saints church school is announced by the superintendent, Reid Hoffman as follows:
 Class T: Thomas Fenn, A points; William Keny A; Wilson Lindsay, A.
 Glass 6: William Anderson, A; James Fuller 43.
 Glass 5: Muriel Andrews, A; Katherine Baxter, 52; Florence Hoffman 42; Natalie James 55; Jean Custance, A; Irene Slough, 43; Betty Olson 55;
 Glass 4: lola James 55; Lorraine Fenn, A; Janet Morrow, A.. Shir- ley McOmber A; Evelyn Corcor- an 50; Jane Fuller, 42; Ruth Hal lock 50; Peggy Lethbridge, 42; Gil- bert Angle, A; Florence Corcoran, A; Robert Fuller, A; Ellamae An drews, A.
 The church school party will be held December % at 7:30 o'clock in the evening.
 Monthly Teachers Meeting n 4AC AACCthh6 was held at the Union Congrega- tional church hall last evening with a supper served at 6:30 o'clock. The Rev. Theodore Bobilin was the guest and speaker. The topic was Teaching Evangelism. This is in keeping with the National Preaching Mission. Rev. Bobilin's talk was very interesting and edu- cational.
 Those attending were: Ethel Zig latzki. Ann Krull, Mildred Ericson Mrs, Walter Fenn, J. M. Greason J. H. Mclean, Caroline Shaw, Eliz- abeth Brennan, M. A. Scott, Ev- elyn Laraway, Mrs. E. A. Main Elizabeth Dixon Whiteside, Mrs. D. T. Roger, Ruth M. Clinton, Ger trude Budde, Hilda Ericsson, R. D. Clinton, Albert J. Krull, Eric Eric son, and Rev. and Mrs. Oscar Locke.
 Fellowship Meeting
 The Young Peoples Fellowship so- ciety of All Saints church met at the Church hall Sunday evening After the business meeting, a so- cial hour with luncheon, was en- joyed.
 The members attending were: George Collier, Jack Bliven, Hazel Collier, Reid Hoffman, Helen Krull Howard Jory, Blanche Germano Mildred Carey, Victor Carey. Rob- ert Lowrey, Bud T'hibault, Stanley Whiteman. John McMurtrie ant George Fenn.
 Mems Club Convene
 The Mems club of All Saints church met at the church hall last evening. Card playing was enjoyed and later 8 delicious luncheon served.
 Those attending were: Reid Hoff. man, Joseph Baxter, Walter Good F. Weidemier. J. Field, R. Chase. P Lancaster, Joseph Mclean and E Mix.
 :. Well Baby Conference :.
 The Well Baby Conference will be held at the Congregations church parish house from 3 to 4:3. o'clock Wednesday afternoon. doctor and a nurse will be in at. tendance. The mother are urged tt bring their babies.
 The Women's Auxiliary societ, will meet at the All Saints church hall Wednesday afternoon at 2:3l o'clock. Plans for 8 Christmas sal, and card party will be perfected.
 "Bingo" will be played at st. Mar, Magdalen's church tonight. Thirty. five prizes and thirty-five gafnel will be played.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-12-08
scouts Plan Handicraft

Plans for handicraft work for Christmas presents were made by the Girl Scouts of Troop 3 at their meeting yesterday afternoon at the chapel. Orders for materials were placed with Mrs. Herbert represent ing the troop committee. Games were played during latter part Of meeting.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-12-08
CONNECTICUT SECURITIES
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PUBLIC UTILITY STOCKS

PUBLIC UTILITY STOCKS
 Bid Asked Bridgeport Gas It. Co. 34 37 Bridgeport Hydraulic Co. 37 40 Conn. Gas & Coke com. 1h 2h Conn. Gas & Coke pfd. 4o Conn. It. & Power ... .113 Connecticut Power Co. 54h 66h Conn. Ky & Ltg Go. com 2h A Conn. Ky. dk Ltg. Go com 66h 67h Hid. Gas It. Co. com. 48 Illuminating Shares A 58 50 New Haven Water Co. 84 South. N. E. Tel. Go. ..157 162
 INDUSTRIAL STOCKS Ann. Hardware Co. .... 36 38 Bristol Brass Corp. com 59 62 Colts Pat. Fire Arms Co. 58 60 Eagle Lock Co. ......... BIZ 33h Eastern Malleable Iron . 2l A Landers, Frary G Clark A 46 New Brit, Mach. Co. com
 x0 ................... 0Oz 0oH North G. Judd Mfg. Co. 37h 39h Peck, Stow 6 Wilcox Co. IS 20 Remington Arms ....... 3 Scovill Mfg. Co. ....... 49 51 Stanley Works Co. com 50h 52h Torrington Go. ......... 99 101
 INSURANCE STOCKS Aetna Fire Insurance 52 54 Aetna Life Insurance 32k 34h Connecticut General =. 36h Th Hartford Fire Insurance 771s 79h Home Insurance ........ 39 41 National Fire Insurance 66M 68h YDhnaniv Taira TnsiIrn Nra on Q3 Travellers Insurance .. .510 520
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-12-08
Engagement Announced

MT. and Mrs. Gustave Haman of Kensington road. Kensington, have announced the engagement of their daughter, Wilhelmina to Ottoe k. Gregor, son of MT. and Mrs. Julius Gregor of Union street.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-12-08
CHURCH CHOIR TO
 STAGE REHEARSAL
St. Anthony's Singers Meet Tomorrow for
 Regular Practice

Litchfield, Dec. 8-Tuesday, the feast of the Immaculate Conception of the Blessed Virgin, is 8 holy day of obligation. Masses were cele- brated in St. Anthony's church at 6. 2. and 8 o'clock this morning. Confessions were heard Monday af- ternoon and evening. A choir re- hearsal will be held Wednesday eve- ming at 7:30.
 An anniversary high mass of re- quiem for Mrs. Catherine l.. King will be celebrated Friday morning at 9 o'clock. The children's choir will hold a rehearsal Saturday morning at 10 o'clock in prepara- ton fc. the Christmas services. Miss Dorothy Wigmore spent the week -end at her home in Middle town.
 Post Office Busy
 The local post office was deluged Sunday and Monday with SS-5 so- cial security forms, according to Postmaster Martin J. Donahue. While a check has not as yet been made, it is stated that practically all eligible employees have returned the forms sent them. Intermcrt services for Mrs. Edna Meagher of Watertown who died Friday took place Monday after noon in West cemetery following the funeral service at Christ Epis- copal church, Watertown, Mrs. Meagher was a former Litchfield resident.
 Miss Genevieve Kilroe of New York city spent the weekend as the guest of Dr. and Mrs. William c. Spain of South street.
 Kirby Chapter Meets
 Visiting Matrons and Patrons night was observed at meeting of Ephrain Kirby chapter Monday eve- ming in Masonic hall.
 The present term of the superior court will come to close Friday. December ie.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-12-08

Watertown, December 8. The annual meeting and election of of- ficers of the Federal Lodge of Masons was held last evening at the Masonic Hall. Those elected for the coming year were: Worship full master, Herbert E. Shaw of Oak vile; senior warden, Aubrey E.. SleathfIl junior warden, A. Galpin; treasurer, Irving Smith; secretary, Edwin Barton; chaplain, Rev. c. E. Wells; senior deacon, Albert Jones; junior deacon, Alex Agnew; senior steward, Stuart Atwood; junior steward, Verne Hoffman. auditors, Bronson Lockwood and Wilfred Bryan.
 A building committee composed of Harold Budge, chairman; Hugo Peterson and A. B. Sleath was ap- pointed.
 Annual reports were received from the retirinc officers.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-12-08
On. i,tmas Party Planned

Plans for the annual Christmas party for the children of St. Johns school were discussed last evening at the monthly meeting of the Con- necticut Council of Catholic Wo- men. Each year the two hundred children of the school are given 2 party and each child receives toy and candy through the generosity of the ladies of this society. Other routine business was also conducted. Mrs. James R. Baker of Waterbury was awarded a quilt ymade by the members of hte society.
 The annual election of officers will be held at the January meeting of the society.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-12-08
Car Was Stolen

Local and state police are en- deavoring to locate George Gagney, g State street, Montpelier, Vt.. driver of an auto which crashed into a tree on West Main street, Plymouth, September 12, who has failed to call for the auto which was lowed to Thomaston garage for repairs, it being discovered that the car was a stolen one.
 Constable Samuel Lawson, who investigated the accident has noti- fled state police that the car was uncalled for and an investigation showed the car was owned by Rocco Massaro, 186 Montford street, Hartford.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-12-08
Legion Meeting

The semi-monthly meeting of the Plymouth Post, American Legion, will be held in their rooms in the Town Hall this evening. Plans for the annual New Years Eve dance will be completed.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-12-08
TERRYVILLE l lCuppsnssss Rysa stTsL ssSa Bsisso Dsv
Christmas Party By
 Teachers Tomorrow
Association Members Plan Carol Singing and Grab
 Bag-New Heating System Being Put in Library

cost of 1300. It is figured the lib- rary association will be able to save a considerable sum of money each year with the new system.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-12-08
WiIIimantIc Guests
Meeting Friday

The Past Masters of tho Grange will meet Friday night at the home of Mir. and Mrs. Henry Nortons to make plans for the Past Masters program January (.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-12-08

New York City traflc courts handled nearly i400 motor law violail0ns daily in inas.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-12-08
Play Tryouts

Tryouts for the play which will be given in January by the Children of Mary Sodality of St. Johns church were held last night in the school hall. Mrs. stephen Canty, who will direct the production, was present in charge of the trials. The casting was not completed and another meeting will be held this evening. Any who are interested in taking part, who were not present Monday evening, should attend this one.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-12-08
RECENT BRIDE IS GUEST AT SHOWER
Mrs. Daisy PeccO of ThOm. aston Receives Many
 Valuable Gifts

Terryville, Dec. 8-A miscellane- ous shower was rendered Mrs. Daisy Pecco of Thomaston. who before her recent marriale was Miss Daisy Bradley of Terryville road, Ply mouth, in the social rooms of St Peters Episcopal church, Friday evening.
 Those in attendance were Mrs Fritz ROsengren. Bristol; Laura Barnes, Mrs. Sprago, Mrs. Addie Anderson. Esther Sprago Mrs. M J. Wagner, Mrs. Fred Hosford, Mrs J. A. Campbell, Mrs. Homer flaw ley, Mrs. Andrew Opley, Mrs. Frank Thompson, Elsa Hackenson, Betty Hakanson. Mrs. H. J. Hawkins, Mrs Earle Ray. Mrs. Frank Baer, Mrs Austin Brown, Mrs. Charles Gould. Naugatuck; Dorna Brown, Arlene Anderson Mrs. Helen Skilton, Ber- tha Hotchkiss, Daisy Bradley, Dor othy Nichols. Erna Sheldon, Mrs. Ella klocker. Mrs. John J. Ryan. fred Bradley. and Miss Mary Mark and and Mrs Daisy Pecco.
 Bunco was in play during the evening with Mrs. Fred Hosford having high score and Miss Mary Markham low. Refreshments were served. The recent bride was recip- lent of many pretty gifts.
 Annual Meeting
 Notices have been received by Terryvillc members Of the annual meeting of the Harwinton Agricul- tural society which will be held in the town hall. Harwinton. this even- Ing. Tho annual election Of oiflcers VII ltake place and reports made for the mast wear.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-12-08
1 WATERFOWL 1 Correspondent: Agnes Cosgrove = Phone 591 .asons Elect Shaw.
 Worshipful Master
Aubrey Sleath Named Senior Warden of Federal
 Lodge Last Nght-Pythan Sisters to Name Officers

Bryan and Clayson Odell, repre- senting the Federal Lodge of Ma sons; and Douglas Cameron and Peter Lund, representing the Knights of Pythias.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-12-08

James Conroy of Buffalo. N. Y. was . recent guest of his brother. Thomas Conr0y.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-12-08
CHESHIRE NEWS
 Hubert Rigney
 Cheshire Phone 33s
CLIFTON H. SHAW
 CALLED TO COURT
Local Grain Truck Hits Bridge, Breaking Rail
 in Huntsville

Clifton H. Shaw of Cheshire, was summoned to appear in the South ington town court yesterday. Shaw. 1t is alleged, was the operator of a grain truck which struck a bridge in Plantsville, breaking the guard rail and abutment.
 Police state Shaw failed to re- port the accident and his identity was established from the registra- ton of the truck, turned in by witt nesses. ~
 Mrs. Frederick M. Peasley and Miss Harriet Peasley of Milldale road have returned home after 8 short visit in New York city.
 In College Glee Club
 Miss Winifred Durand. daughter of Mir. and Mrs. Dexter Durand of Wallingford road. is 6 member of the glee club at Mount Holyoke college. The concert program of the club Is opened this evening at the Second Congregations church in Holyoke. The annual tour during the Christmas recess will in- ciude appearances in New York. Boston and Washington, D. c.
 Changes have been made in the mali service here because of the trolley between Cheshire and New Haven. All outgoing mall must be irday or else it will not go out until in tho post office at noon on gat- $50 Monday morning.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-12-08
WOLCOTT NEWS Correspondent: Mrs Louise Snyder. Tel 5-0529
SCHOOL BOARD TO
 CONVENE TONIGHT
NOrtOns to Entertain Grangers at Card Party
 Next Monday

Wolcott, Dec. 8-The school board will meet this evening in Woodtick school.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-12-08
Annual Meeting

The annual meeting and election of officers of Friendship Temple, Pythian Sisters, will be held this evening at 8 o'clock at Columbia hall. After the business meeting a Christmas party will be held.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-12-08
Grange COnvenes

Grange COnvenes
 The Grange met Monday evening in the Grange hall. Neighbors night was observed with Pomin- paug and oxford as the visiting granges. The card party committee gave their report and also an- nounced a card party will be held next Monday night at the home of MT. and Mrs. Henry Nortons. Ro- bert Wakelee chairman of the dance committee gave his report and an- nounced a dance will be held Sat- urday night in the Grange hall Waiter Wilson will see Senator Frank 'McDermott and Hulda Peter son will see Representative Martin J. Whelan in regards to the state wide committee on Connecticut jail farm.
 The next meeting, which will be the childrens Christmas party, will start one half hour earlier, 7:30 D. m. H. E. Roberts has donated the Christmas tree to be used. The turkey raffle was won by member from Oxford.
 The program was as follows: song, "Riner of Time" by entire Grange: reading Farewell My Lady" by Mrs. Sarah Isham from Pomperaug play, "Pocahontas" by Oxford Grange. A first aid talk was given by an oxford member; son, Beau tiful Golden Somewhere, was the closing song.
 Willlmantic Guests
 Mrs. Frank German and children Orisia, Lorraine and Constance were guests Sunday of Mrs. Germans mother Mrs. Eva Wingertsman of Willimantic.
 Mrs. Charles Tyrrell. Mrs. Wil- liam Klitka, Mrs. Grant Outtrim and daughter Audrey. Renee stam- elon. James 6tamelon and Jacqu- line Durhschott, spent Monday in New York City.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-12-08

The present term of the superior court will come to . close Friday. December ie.