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The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-01-23

January 28 new group will be formed, which will be called Mothers Club. This club will meet at weekly intervals over a period of eight weeks and at the comple- tion of the course each mother will receive diploma.
 All mothers of Waterville are cordially invited to attend.
 Mrs. Raymond Adams entertained her Sunday School class at the rec- tory, Thursday evening. Those who attended were: Oscar Harrington, Rodford Bryant, Arnold Blather- wick, Frederick Holdsworth, Edward Chapman, Walter Barker, Frank Angle and James Simpson.
 Games were played, refreshments were served, and the boys sang songs around an open fire place.
 Mrs. Ahrens Entertains
 Mrs. J. Ahrens, of Thomaston avenue, entertained recently in honor of her son, James, Jr., 1t be- ing his ninth birthday. The decor ations were yellow and white with large birthday cake adorning the center of the table. A delicious luncheon was served and James re- ceived lovely gifts from the guests present. Vocal solos were given by Ray Ahrens.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-01-23
Undercover Agents
 Gather Data Here
Check Kept Here on Labor Movement Waterbury
 Tool Co., Listed Among Plants Where Spies Work

National Metal Trades Association to ascertain movements of the workers.
 No. 596
 Operative No. 596 worked at the plant of the Waterbury Tool Com pany in December of 1895 and in January of 1896. The same oper- ative returned to his local snooping duties last April and remained un- til the end of June. The Water bury Tool Company, 1t must be re- membcredr Is the manufacturer or the high-Speed gear used on gov- ernment aeroplanes. Much gov- ernment work is done at the plant.
 Several Connecticut plants used secret operatives supplied by the National Metal Trades Association. The officials of the association agreed before members of the sen- ate committee that 1t was the prac- tice to place such men on the pay roll, install them as workers ana have them report on what other workmen were doing and saying about wages, hours and other work ing conditions. In many instances the undercover operatives actually Joined unions and frequently be- came officers.
 No. 582-A
 The report from Washington also discloses the fact that Operative 582-A was assigned to the "Manu- lecturers Association of Connecti- cut, Meriden". John H. Goss of the Scovill Manufacturing Company IS vice-president of the Connecticut Manufacturers Association. No other Waterbury concern is men toned in the evidence obtained in Washington, however. The Inter national Silver Company Of this city has It's headquarters in Meri- den, however.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-01-23
Hermann Society

Sons and Daughters of Her. mann will masquerade and dance tonight in Turn hall, 118l North Main street, to mark the official opening of the annual masquer- ade season of all the local Ger American societies.
 The committees that have com- pleted all arrangements consist of Mrs. Anna Gaugler, chairlady: Mrs. Mary Duschon. Mrs. w. Be- lones. Mrs. Olga Hoft, Mrs. Eliz- abeth Obenier. Mrs. Emil Marks and Mrs. Eleanor Kubick. The mems committee consists of Alex Drapatin. chairman: Richard Groetzebach. Paul Rechenberg. George Hassinger, Edward Kunde, Richard Krause. Chas. Hobcl. Brick Kuegler and Fred Weidorn.
 The officers of the society are Fred Cramer, Jr., president: Fred Cramer, treasurer: Emil Kratz- meyer, financial secretary; Alex Drapatin, secretary, and Jacob Rreiir. vice-preaidept
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-01-23
Wadhans Camp

II. M. Bassett of Waterbury and Mrs. Esther Couch of Meriden were in charge of the installation of officers of Wadhams Camp, Sons of Union Veterans, and the Auxiliary of the camp at cerem0n- les held last evening In the state armory.
 The following Is . list of all officers:
 Commander, Ira Cashman; sen for vice. commander, Benton Cash man; junior vice. e-commander. Ro- land Cashman; secretary, c. II. Mosley; treasurer, c. L. Clark; patriotic instructor, Elton Cash man; color bearer, Edmund Clark; guide, Lester A. Flood; guard, Harold Bowen; camp council. Marion Wheeler, Howard Cashman and Lester Flood; and chaplain. Russell Wheeler.
 Officers of the auxiliary are; President, Mrs. Irene Mack; vice. president, Mrs. Clara Plant; trus- tees. Mrs. Mamie Could, Mrs.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-01-23
MASTER PLUMBERS
 ATTEND MEETING

Several members of the Water bury Master Plumbers Association, led by President Christian Braun, attended the meeting of the Con- necticut State Master Plumbers association at New Haven, Thurs day night. E. l.. Penfrase, chair man of research activity for the copper and brass research associa- ton spoke on Research as Health Measure" George w. Frank, past president of the national associa- ton was present at the meeting.
 The speaker outlined methods Tor sanitary control of disease caused chiefly by unsanitary conditions. Pictures filmed by the Minnesota state department of health were used to Illustrate the talk. Among the members of the Waterbury as- sociation who attended were: James Lowe, John Fahy. John Gill, Mi- chael Hyland, Bert Blanchard and Patrick Fitzgerald.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-01-23

The local quota for the present drive has been set at 5000 and al- though no official reports were avail able this morning, 1t is believed that contributions are already beginning to How into the local office.
 Last year, in drive for the bene- fit of victims, the local Red Cross chapter raised total of $l8,00O. If the conditions in the midwest do not improve within the next few days, 1t is expected that the local office may receive orders to increase their quota. Washington, D. C., Jan. g, 1887. John Burrall, Chairman, Water bury Chapter American Red Cross.
 Tn order meet hourly increas- ing needs of flood victims in eight states Red Cross calling on peo- pie of United States for minimum relief fund of two million dollars. Reports received late tonight in- dicate total of two hundred sev- enty thousand men, women and children driven from their homes and now dependent on Red Cross for emergency relief. Raging blizzards and freezing weather in many flooded sections add to slf- fering of refugees and greatly increase need for instant relief. Feel sure people your community will wish to aid promptly and generously. Urge you take imme- diate action raise your chapter quota of 4,000 dollars, please report daily progress your campaign"
 CAFY T. CRIMSON,
 Chairman. Contributions may be sent to Red Cross headquarters, 35 Field streets, checks made payable to Waterbury Chapter, American Red Cross, and will be gratefully received and acknowledged.
 JOHN M. BURRALL,
 Chairman.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-01-23
Students Score Hit
 In Assembly Program
Sprague Eighth Graders Cleverly Render Musical N- bers-Classes for Mothers -tO-Be Open Thursday
WATERVILLE

Waterville, Jan. 23-The pupils of Miss Monroe's eighth grade at Sprague school presented very fine assembly program yesterday after noon in the gymnasium of the school. The musical numbers were cleverly rendered, and Miss Mary Congdon, principal, may well be proud of the talent which Sprague school possesses.
 The program follows: Piano solo-"Poupee Valscinti",
 Francis Finn Buck and Wing dance-Bernice
 Baker
 Concert of Violins-"Class Leader"
 Eleanor Knox, Benjamin Brad
 ley, John Reihl, Rodford Bry-
 ant, Alvin Elsdon Minstrel-"Reuben and Rachel, by
 members of grade 8. Tap Dance-Ellen McMahon Colored Dialogue-John Holmes,
 Daniel Perillo Harmonica and Guitar selection
 John Moriarty, Robert Mcclure Dance-Christine Dadario Violin and Harmonica-Alvin Els.
 don, Daniel Perillo Hill Billies-John Moriarty, Rober
 McGuire, Alvin Elsdon, Danie Perillo
 Orchestra Selection-"Comrades"
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-01-23
Mattatuck

Barris Branford, grand cOLl- Inander, assisted by Albert Snay- ley of New Haven and Mrs. Lou ise Christensen of Bristol. was in charge of the installation of Mrs. Walter Johnson as noble com marder of Mattatuck command cry, United Order of Golden Cross at ceremonies held last evening in Mechanics hall. a35t aa
 The other officers installed last night are listed as follows: Vice. commander. Mrs. Clara Meyers; prclate, Mrs. Sophie Mcclure: herald. Mrs. Dorothy Bailey: keeper of financial records, Wal ter J. Oldroyd; keeper of records. Mrs. Charles Earl: treasurer, Ed- ward Futile. MT. Oldyord, past pan,mander, has been chosen pub hstty agent.
 y5kty persons from Bristol, iGeriden. New Haven and Water town attended the ceremonies and the supper which followed.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-01-23
Disabled American Veterans
 Honor Waterbury War Heroes
Local Chapter Reviews VaIOrOus Deeds of Men
 Decorated for Bravery

The 68th program fthe D. A. V. Radio Forum, sponsored by Water bury chapter, No. Q of the Disabled American Veterans of the World War, will be presented over station WATR at o'clock today.
 A new feature known as the par ade of heroes was added to the pro- gram last Saturday and will be in- cluded again today and every Sat- urday hereafter. The adjutant of Waterbury chapter will be master'of ceremonies for this part of the pro- gram.
 Gallant Deeds
 The heroic deeds of four Water bury soldiers which brought them the citation of the distinguished service cross will be brought to the attention of the radio listeners of WATR today. Those included in the Parade of Heroes" during the broadcast are: Private James Ma honey, Co. G, 60th infantry, 5th division. The gallant deed which brought the citation to Private Ma honey, also brought him death. The distinguished service cross was DO ;thumously awarded to his father in 1920. The father has since died. Stephen J. Winston, sergeant, Co. I, 47th infantry, 4th division, for gallantry at Bois de Brieulles, France, September 28th, 1918. Awarded the distinguished service cross in 1919.
 Frank k. Dec, sergeant, Go. l, 1O7th infantry, 27th division, for gallantry at Ronssoy, France, Sep tember 29th, 1918. Distinguished service cross awarded in 1919.
 Colonel Hayes
 Lieutenant Colonel Edward s. Hayes, assistant chief of staff, c 3, 78th division, for gallantry un- der heavy enemy fire at Boispde- Loges, near the fire river, Chevieres, France, October 18th, 1918. Dis tinguished service cross and dis tinguished service medal awarded in 1920. Colonel Hayes is a brother of Mayor T. Frank Hayes.
 Included in the program will be the rgeular question and answer period conducted by J. P. Barry, commander of the chapter and chairman of the radio forum com- mittec. Information will also be giv- en on the various decorations given by the United States, such as the purple heart, the victory medal, the Verdun medal, the navy cross, the silver star, the navy expeditionary medal, the croix re guerre, the dis tinguished service medal, the Phil ippine- Spanish -America-boxer re- bellion medals, and the Cuban sil- yer medal.
 Questions Welcomed
 The radio forum committee in yites the veterans of Waterbury and vicinity to send them their prob lens. Answers will be given over the air, but names will not be used. Address all communications to the D, A. V. Radio Forum Committee, care Station WATR.
 The programs are arranged and directed by Commander J. P. Barry and are an exclusive feature of sta- ton WATR.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-01-23
Compensation Agreements

Farrell Birmingham Company and Thomas Kingston, Ansonia. foot injury, $l8.93 beginning De- Cember 20.
 AnsOnia Auto Sales and Steven Print, Ansonia, finger injury, $l2.5O beginning November 25.
 Farrell Birmingham Company and John Marlsus. Ansonia, hand injury, $10.26 beginning Decem- Der %.
 Eastern Malleable Iron Com pany and Salvatore Venizian0, 391 Wolcott street, foot burns, $6.12 beginning December l2.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-01-23
High School Notes

The following members of the Wilby OGA club qualified Tor awards in a complete theory test given during the past week at the school: Irene Schmitt. Lascadia Ro- manauskas, Mary Skirkanich, Fran ces St. Arnauld. Mary ORourke, Oomicella Paulis, Angeline Altieri, Lorraine Arcand. Gertrude Schnell, and Lydia Stangvil. The absentees will take the shorthand test at a later date.
 spanish Club
 Patrick Murphy. Alice Wrinn and Rose Richards were named recent ly as members of the Wilby Span ish club, Nosotros solos. The fol- lowing program was given under the direction of Francis Joyce: Los Ayenturos Del Jorabodo Muerto (the Adventures of the Hunch- backed Man)." Helen Leonard, Frances Marine, Airline Wheeler; "El Burro Del Regidor (the Donkey of the Councilman), Eleanor Grea- torex; How to Boil an Egg" Elzi- ma King; "El Cato Del Monasterio (the Cat of the Monastery, Shir- ley Raynor, Miss c. Page is facul- ty advisor.
 Rifle Match
 With a 93 total to his credit, Ar noid Smith was high scorer at the first bi-weekly match in the Ma tional Rifle association series. 1t was announced at Wilby during the past week. The team score was 453, with individual counts being listed as follows: George Kritzman 9i. Frank Groody 9i. Donald Dugan 80 and Ernest Medhurst 80. Other scores were Malcolm Smith, 88: Ed
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-01-23
FRATERNAL NEWS
SOcieta Operaia

The new Italian workers so- ciety, Societa Operaia Progress siva, will install Louis A. Ciraldi to the presidency at a meeting tomorrow afternoon in the Bank street rooms at o'clock. Other officers to be installed are: Vice. president, Frank Dance: financial secretary, Donate Guerrero; cor responding secretary, John Pet roraia; and treasurer, Rocco Cretella.
 Dedication of American and flags of the Montaganese society will take place at ceremonies in Liberty hall tomorrow afternoon at 3 o'clock and will be followed by dinner and entertainment. The Montaganese society is a unit of the local Italian-American Feder- ation of Societies and Clubs.
 Umberto Santopietro is chair man of the mems committee which includes Antonio and Gio- vanni Iannitto, John and Adolfo Muccino, John DePastino, Gio- vanni and Antonio DiTillio, Mi- chele Bellini, Giussepe Iannito, Giovanni zampino, Ovidio Pignet, and Luigi Basile.
 Mrs. Assunta Basile is chair man of the women's committee, assisted by Lucy Palomba, Giu- lia and Paolino Iannitto, Florence Palomba, Isabella Iacovino, Mad- dalena and Mary Muccino, Mary Scacco, Diomira Cicchetto and Antoinetta and Mary Iannitto.
 Mrs. Basile is president of the auxiliary which was the first wo- mems unit formed by the federal ton. The mems group, headed by John Muccino, was organized in 1916.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-01-23
Stokes Post

Members of Sylvester J. Stokes post, No. 6, of the Lithuanian Le- zion, will hold a special meeting tomorrow morning at 48 Green street, according to an official an- nouncement made today by Com mander John Danisavage. The meeting will begin at II o'clock and all members are asked to be present.
 The general committee In charge of a testimonial banquet to be held In honor of Dr. John Buchinis of Baltimore, Md. past national commander, will meet tomorrow afternon In New Britain at Lith- uanian hall on Park street The dinner will take place in this city at 48 Green street next Saturday night.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-01-23
DOric Chapter

John A. Paige was named as successor to Raymond Moore as chairman of the entertainment committee of Speedwell lodge. Knights of Pythias, at last nights session in Pythian hall. MT. Moore was recently chosen chancellor commander.
 The rest of the committee members are listed as follows: An. thony Tenis, George Armour. Bernard and Daniel Dodge. Ben- jamin Hahn and Frederick Schwartz. The sick visiting com mittee, also chosen last night, consists of Albert Kircher, Benja- min Hahn. John Meyers, Charcs Loeffler and Frank Treat.
 The lodge will be represented at a program of Gavel lodge of Naugatuck Monday night. The first degree will be conferred at next Fridays meeting.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-01-23
LOCAL RESIDENT
 NAMED IN WILL

A bequest of $l.OO0 to Loretta Rourke Sweetman of this city was included in the will of the late Ed ward H. Dillon. of Hartford. The document was admitted to probate in Hartford yesterday.
 The local woman. a second cousin of MT. Dillon, is one of a number of relatives remembered in the Hartford mans will. He left Speci- fic bequests totaling $l66,00
 Thirteen charities in Hartford and about the state will share in the residuary estate. MT. Dillon was a prominent financial leader and property owner in both Hartford and Bridgeport.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-01-23
Santa Maria Circle

Mrs. George Miller presided at a meeting of the Study Club of Santa Maria Circle. Daughters of Isabella, held last night at the home of Mrs. Mary Carney Of Hawkins street. Papers were read by Mrs. Edward Hyland, Mrs. Will liam Nolan and Miss Marjorie Quiltcr. Plans were made for an open meeting which will be held in Hibernian hall on February P. The club will also take part in a meeting of the Children of Mary Sodality of St. Thomas church on February 3.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-01-23
Daughters Of Italy

Mrs. Joseph Lombardi was named chairman of a committee to arrange for the annual card party of Daughters of Italy Circle. Companions of the Forest. at last nights meeting of the group held in Moose hall. The rest of the committee members are listed as follows: Mrs. Josephine Fusco, Mrs. Anna Santarsiero. Mrs. Joseph Parziale, Mrs. Ludwig Car osella, Misses Bertha Paolini, Carmella Petricone, Catherine Spina, Elizabeth Longo and Olga Piola. The party will be held Feb- ruary 26 in Moose hall.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-01-23

Undercover agents have been working in Waterbury as well as elsewhere in the United States for the purpose of checking up on labor movements within factories, 1t has been disclosed in Washington, D. C., by the senate liberties committee.
 The Waterbury Tool Company has been recorded at the Capitol as having used agents sent out by the
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-01-23
Sons Of Italy

Michael Manfredi was named chairman of a committee of representatives from the four local lodges of the Sons of Italy at tho first meeting of the group held last evening in Liberty hall. Other officers are: Vice-chairmen, Julius Carissimi and Angelo Col asanto; secretary, Miss Jane Ra- nando; treasurer, Mrs. Giovannina
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-01-23

Genua; publicity chairmen, Miss Mary Marzano and Miss Winnie Ortone.
 Miss Antoinette Carissimi. Mrs. Assunta Basile, Gabriel Carissimi, and Nunzio Murno were chosen as . committee on suggestions which will meet Tuesday evening in Liberty hall to discuss further plans of the general committee.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-01-23
BENJAMIN MEYERS
 INSTITUTE SPEAKER

Pupils of the Waterbury Hebrew Institute school will be addressed tomorrow morning at II o'clock by Benjamin Meyers, in the second of . series of Sunday morning assem- plies. The public is invited. Pales- tinian songs and recitations will be given.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-01-23
Speedwell Lodge

Louis Stanley, Carl Helenburg. John Davone, Jr., and Charles Edward, four new members of Doric chapter, Order of DeMolay were initiated last evening at a meeting held at the Masonic temple. Richard Tice was named chairman of a committee to or- ganize a patrol and Peter Davis and Robert Ray were named to make arrangements for a cake sale which will take place in Feb- ruary.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-01-23
Behind The Lines
Canadian Legion

The local post and auxiliary of the Canadian Legion held a card party last evening in the Ameri- can Legion home, at which there were some 75 guests. It was an- nounced that the two groups will give an entertainment and dance on February Il at the V. F. w. hall.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-01-23

Katherine Turrell and Mrs. Mary Jackson; treasurer, Mrs. Carrie Clark; patriotic instructor. Mrs. Alice Martin; chaplain, Mrs. Lettie Flood; guide, Mrs. Bertha Smith; assistant guide, Mrs. Mamie Gould color bearers. Mrs Mary Jackson and Mrs Nellie Brown; guard, Mrs. Ethel Piercey; musician, Mrs. Piercey; counselor, Fred Jackson.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-01-23
CABOT SIGNS ANEW

Bruce Cabot. former cowboy, sea man and globe -circling adventurer, has signed new contract with Metro Goldwyn-Mayer where he has been appearing in pictures since February, 1885.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-01-23

ward Katonis. ss: Gregory Maloo- tian, 88: Joseph DiRienzo. 87; George Crandall, 07. Maj. Newton Alexander is the instructor.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-01-23
FIorio Post

John DePastino. national junior vice. president of the Italian American World War Veterans headed a delegation of about 30 members of Florio past and auxil- ,ary, which attended 8 ball given by the New Haven post last night in Hotel Taft.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-01-23
National Red Cross
 Appeals To Waterbury
Funds Urgently Needed for Relief of Flood Victims in
 Middle WeSt-City to Respond to Call

flood relief drive for the benefit of the sufferers of the present flood in the midwest got underway at the local office of the Red Cross it announced by John M. Burral, following telegram received from Cary ID. GraysOn national chairman of the American Red Cross
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-01-23

Bulb culture is being tried Tn Northern Ireland.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-01-23
Church Services

St. Michael's church services to- morrow will be at 8:l5 a. m. and 10:1S 8. m. Rev. Michael Heating will offlciate.
 St. Paul's Episcopal--Rev. Ray mond M. D. Adams, rector. Serv- ices tommorrow will be as follows: Holy Communion at 8 a. m.; morn ing prayer and sermon at II a. m. Grace Methodist church-Rev. Alison Smith, pastor. Services Sun- day will be as follows: Everyman's Bible Class at 9:15 a. m. The meet ing will be in charge of Vincent Leonard, president, and the guest speaker will be Robert Sturges. Morning sermon will be at 10:30, with Sunday School at 12 o'clock. The evening service will be held at 2 o'clock and will be in charge of the Ladies' Aid Society of the church. Mrs. Hugo Wiberg, of the Salvation Army, will be the guest speaker.
 Union Church-Miss Elizabeth M. Weeks, minister-Sunday School 1 will be at II a. m. at the church. l The evening service at 7:3O D. m. will be held at the parsonage on Boyden street. Gospel Hall-Morning service will ! be held at 10:30 0. m. Sunday School at 12 o'clock noon. and eve- ming Gospel service at 7:30 p. m. The Visiting Nurse association will conduct a new series of classes for mothers -to-be commencing next Thursday, at 2 o'clock, at its offices, 37 Central avenue. These classes are primarily for expectant mothers, but all mothers are welcome to att tend.
 The series will consist of eight different talks. by one of the staff nurses, Miss Mary Farrar, Waterville district nurse. has just completed a series of eight lessons, and on