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The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-02-10
May Lose Eye

A five-year- boy faced the loss of the sight of his right eye this afternoon as the result of an accident at his home. The boy is Raymond Finnemore, 5, son of Mir. and Mrs. Raymond Finnemore, of 69 Sperry street.
 According to Waterbury hospital, the boy was playing near a bed or crib, when in some manner his eye became caught in the spring. He suffered what the hospital de- scribed as a severe" eye lacera- tion.
 At press hour the hospital re- ported that it was still in doubt as to whether or not the injured eye could be saved. The boy was brought to the hospital by his mother.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-02-10
Happy New Year!

Happy New Year, everybody!
 No, that isn't mistake, for to- day is the first day of the new year in the Chinese calendar. It marks the beginning of the year 488O.
 The Chinese celebrate the com ing of the new year in much diff ferent fashion from the rest of the world. First they make sure that all their personal affairs are in order. Then they pay all their bills, and otherwise wipe the ledger clean. Then they begin to really celebrate New Years.
 In cities where there are large Chinese populations, the New Year is greeted with parades, and firecrackers, and host of formal ceremonies. But Waterbury's small Chinese colony will greet the New Year quietly at home.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-02-10
Two Injured

Injured last right when struck by an automobile at Baldwin and Galivan streets, Charles Wells. 6, of 65 DOugherty street, was reported in fair condition at St. Mary's hospital today. He has a possible skull fracture, possible leg fracture, and laceratiOns of the scalp and legs.
 The car was operated by Claud- 10 Prlmus, 20, of 163 South Main street, who was arrested on charge of violating the rules of the road. Primus will be arraign- ed in traffic court Monday.
 Bernard Downs of Orange street reported to police that his car struck and knocked down Louis Brewster, of 17 Coe street, at Cherry and Walnut streets. Brews- ter, he said, declined to go to a doctor, saying he was uninjured, and he drove him to his home.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-02-10
OLD TOWN CLERK
 STOPS PAY DAY

North Brookfield, Mass, Feb. i0.-- (UP Town employees today blamed a woman for g payless payday.
 Miss Monica Short, defeated as town clerk at Mondays annual elec- ton, last night refused to swear in successful candidates.
 Because Selectmaii David Hayes was among them, remaining select men were unable to 60 about the towns business and make out to- days payroll.
 The business will be strengthened out Saturday when. under town regulations, the town moderator can administer the oath oe ofice.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-02-10
GREAT BRITAIN
 IS GIVEN SHOCK
Radio Comedian Used the Name of Mrs. Simpson
 Without Meaning Harm

London, Feb. 10-(UP)-- John Rorke, a veteran radio comedian, said today that it was he who shocked listeners all over Great Britain last night by interjecting "Yes, Mrs. Simpson" in a national broadcast. He intended, he said, to say "Yes, Mrs. Gibson"-an irnag- mary character familiar to listeners -and Mrs. Simpson" just popped out.
 It was evident that the estimated S,O00, 900 people who heard the in- advertent mention of Mrs. Wallis Simpson, for whom their king, Ed- ward VIII, gave up his throne, were shocked. Though the control en- gineers of the British Broadcasting company cut off the broadcast, and apologized. listeners were telephon- ing all evening to newspapers, and to the BEG. protesting.
 Enjoyb Monopoly
 On the stage Of the government controlled BEG statioii-the con- pany enjoys 8 national monopoly Of broadcasting--wer. the BEG variety orchestra and the nine principal singers of the radio revue "Mascul- line Fame on Parade" Also present was Joan Young, who wrote the book and lyrics. The rescue is a satire on the heroes of yesterday.
 One of the cast had just sung:
 we've come along this evening
 And one and all we feel
 We wish that you could see Us
 For we've all got sex appeal"
 Then out of nowhere came:
 "Yes, Mrs. Simpson"
 It was the first time that Mrs. Simpson had been mentioned by name over the British air waves.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-02-10
MedicOS Meet

Colonel Robert H. Duenner, Medical corps, '. s. army, will be the guest speaker tonight at the meeting of the Waterbury Reserve. Officers association, which is to be held at 8 o'clock at the Castle Memorial building on Central avenue.
 Local and Hartford reserve off, cers will attend and all members of the Waterbury Reserve Officers association are urged to be pres ent for the lecture. The topic of Colonel Duenner's lecture will be Medical Sanitation"
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-02-10
STRIKERS TO RETURN

Birmingham, Mass, Feb. 10 = (UP).-- Approximately 450 striking Wellesley Shoe company employees were to resume work today under . truce reached late yesterday. The management and strikers agreed to submit differences to the state labor board and to abide by its de- cision.
 The strikers had demended a 20 per cent wage increase and recog- milton of the United Shoe and Leather Workers Union, . CI0 aizi- Hate,
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-02-10
LOWELL SPEAKS
 ON ROOSEVELT

Boston, Feb. 10-UP)--President Emeritus A. Lawrence Lowell of Harvard University will break a four-year radio silence tonight to broadcast his views on President Roosevelt's proposed reorganization of the supreme court. The noted educator will speak from Boston at 6:15 p. m. over 8 nationwide hook up.
 Two Harvard law school faculty members. Professor Felix Frank furter and James M. Landis, fed deral sec head recently named dean of the school, have been men, toned as possible appointees to the supreme court bench in the event of reorganization.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-02-10
Replevin

Juoge Edward J. Finn heard the action of Peter H. Dunn against Mary Worsley in the court of common pleas today. The action is brought to replevin a Plymouth automobile. Attorney Edward Sweeney appears for the defense, with Attorney Joseph c. Gull foile for the plaintiff.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-02-10
President

ganization quarters, g Field street at 8 o'clock, 1t was announced last night at the regular general meeting which took place at V. P. w. hall. The speaker of the evening was Raymond J. Tanning. managing editor of the Ameri- can, who related several personal experiences which occurred dur ing his career, and later conduct ed a question period of interest.
 President Thomas J. Reidy, chairman of the meeting stated that the next two club gatherings will take place jointly with those of the auxiliary in order thaht the annual celebrations will be planned with the approval of both units. The meetings will terminate with a social period during which time there will be entertainment and dancing and the serving of refreshments. A committee appointed to make arrangements for these gather ings includes George Ryan, Ed- ward Loughrain. Francis ODon- nell, Attorney Hugh McGill, Wil- liam Boyle. Arthur J. Lunny, James Carr, Harry X. Caslnin and Jack Fitzgerald.
 Dr. Harold Parkinson was ad- mitted to membership during last nights meeting.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-02-10
Union Veterans

An original reading on Abra- ham Lincoln was given last night by Mrs. Margaret Smith at a meeting of Mary Carswell Tent. Daughters of Union Veterans, in the G. A. R. rooms at the State Armory. Mrs. Smith is patriotic instructor of the local group. Mrs. Estelle Akins presided and 1t was voted to make a donation to the Red Cross flood relief fund and also to the Salvation Army. It was announced that Mrs. Florence E. Johnson of this city, department chaplain, will be the solor bearer at the national defense dinner at the Hotel Garde, New Haven, Sat- urday noon.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-02-10
Holiday

Commissione Michael A. Connor of the state department of motor vehicles, announced today that the registration section of his de- partment at the. main office in Hartford and at all of the branch offices will be closed Lincoln's birthday, Friday, February 12, 1887.
 However, for the convenience of the public the registration section in each of the offices will be open from 300 a. m. to 500 D. m. Sat- urday. February 13, 1897.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-02-10

Ancient Order of Hibernans, n Hibernian hall. T he entertain ment was also attended by mem- bers of Monsignor Slocum Branch. A. O. H., and Ladies Auxiliary. Di- vision ST.
 Entertainers included William O'Brien, Miss Florence Cassidy, Miss Inez Kelly and Miss Eileen Kelly, vocalists; piano selections. Mrs. Elizabeth McNally and Miss Harriet Marinan; violin select ions, Miss Kay Marinan; Bag piper, William Fitzpatrick of New Haven. Miss Nellie Mccarthy, president of Division 5, was chair man of the arrangements commit tee.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-02-10
HISS. DEBATES
 DEATH PENALTY
Legislature to Open Drive for Abolition or Change
 in Death Law
RY ALLEN MARTIN

United RreNs Stan Correspondent
 Boston, Feb. 1O-(UP)-State of- fieials closely concerned with the question today had an "open mind" on the eve of . drive for abolition og mobilization of capital punish uaent if1 Massachusetts.
 Two bills, one to abolish the death penalty and another to permit jur- ies to recommend either life im- prisonment or death, will be heard tomorrow by the legislative com- mittee on the judiciary.
 A,petition signed by more than a score of prominent attorneys and urging favorable action on the measures will be presented by as- sistant U. s. Attorney Charles A. Rome.
 Executive Councillor Frank A. Brooks, Watertown republican, for 17 years chairman of the state pa- role board and now chairman of the council committee on pardons, said he might speak at the hearing.
 Debated Both Sides
 T have debated both sides of the question" he said. T shall wait to see what is offered and may have a statement or answer questions if the committee wishes. The ques- ton uppermost in my mind is, if capital punishment is abolished, what will be the substitute to act as a strong deterrent to murder.
 There are some prominent att torneys backing the proposal this year, and I am anxious to hear what they have to say"
 State correction Commissioner Arthur T. Lyman said he felt it would not be proper for him to take sides on the issue.
 "As long as a law is on the sta- ute books, whether 1t is my duty as c public official to see that it is carried out" he said.
 Prison Warden Comments
 Warden Francis J. w. flanagan of state prison said he regarded the problem of capital punishment as extremely complicated" flanagan has officiated at the executions in Massachusetts 36-year-old electric chair of some of the most notorious slayers in state history. They in- cluded the triple execution of Mur- ton and Irving Millen and Abe Fa- Der, killer bandits, Miller Frank Clark, slayer of Ethel Zuckerman, formerly of Brockton, and Newell Paige Sherman, American trage- dy" slayer who drowned the mother of his two children for the love of an 18-year- r-old girl.
 T believe there has been very little positive, convincing evidence in that gathered by either side" flanagan said. T intend to give the subject long and careful study, and then perhaps later may be able to give fair opinion"
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-02-10
Settles Claim

Settlement by stipulation for $250 plus $40 medical expenses was made today in the compensation claim of Wilfred Blanchet of 633 South Main street against the city of Waterbury bureau of en- gineering. The stipulation was ap- proceed by Commissioner James M. Lynch.
 Blanchet claimed an injury to his back as result of a strain received while lifting a rock onto
 a truck. A serious question arose whether the present condition of the claimant was caused by the injury, but the stipulation was made to settle the question amic- ably.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-02-10

pie realize and no man can be- come a good checker player who doesn't know the number of the various spaces because most games are recorded in books on checkers by numbers. It has been said that aside from the open ings in chess one can Splay that game without a book knowledge but that is not true in checkers. There are volumes upon volumes of books on checkers and a mans ability as a checker player de- pends very much upon his book knowledge.
 The lessons are open to mem- bers of the Y and an entry fee of 2S cents will be charged to cover the prizes for the winners of the round robin tournament which will be conducted in con- junction with the course of lessons. All interested should register with Charles J. Velte.
 The YMCA Chess club is to play the Travellers club of Hart ford at the Y oE Friday even- ing at 1880. There remain but two games in the inter-city tourna- ment for the Y to play-the above one and 2 match with the Hartford Chess club. The Y still leads the state and is looking forward to. winning the state championship this year.
 The Psi Phi Theta club of the Central Y will play host to the ScuthinRton Boys club next Mon day night, Feb. 15. This is 9 group from Southington YMCA who are interested in establish ing a system of young mems clubs in their own home association. The Psi Phi Thetas will entertain the Southington group at their meeting at 7:3O when they will be addressed by Q speaker from the race relations committee. Following this the two groups will enjoy a friendly game of basketball in the gym. Joseph Blansfield Is program sec retary of the PsiPhi Thetas and Richard Baldwin is president.
 The good folks of Martindale" held town meeting at the Y last evening under the auspices of the Waterbury Public Speaking club. Three progressive measures rec commended by the city's leading citizens asking for 3 snow plough valued at $3OOO, improvements at Center school estimated at $l5,- 900 and an amendment tO tne parking code were defeated.
 Earl Blanchard was moderator of the meeting and Fred Book was town clerk. Otheres taking part included Cecile RochOn, Harold Johnson, Howard Coe, Charles Sutherland, Frances Collins, Roy Ferris. Hazel Shafer, Rose Clark in, Lillian Whitaker, Alvera Eur aitis, Huerta Patch awski, William S. Curtiss, Esther Fox, Mrs. Selma Johnson, Mrs. Irene Cables, Isa- belle Hii;ckley, Helen Shea, Mrs. Henry Minor, Steve Geonitas, Theodore Breithaupt, Ruth Lie- beck. Dr. Harry Levin and Philip vOnT0beI.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-02-10
PARDONED MEN
 ARE BACK AGAIN

Lowell, Mass, Feb. 10-(UP)-Two recipients of Christmas pardons from former Governor James M. Curley today were ordered held for superior court in $500 bail each on charges of stealing an automibile.
 The defendants. Joseph Nelson, 29, and Albert J. Kelly, 30, both of Bos- ton, pleaded not guilty but District Judge Frederic A. Fisher found probable cause. Kelly also was charged with assault with dan- gerous weapon.
 A Manchester. N. H., storekeeper picked Nelson from . lineup as the man who attempted to hold him up Jan. IS. according to police. The pair will 90 on trial March l.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-02-10
Market Opens To-day.
 M Much IrreguLarity
Two Giant Utility Holding CO.s Gave Up Fight Agains'
 Law-TEeir Issues Went Up Point

was made at a new high since 193 at 102 3-4 up 1 l-8 and then ex' tended the gain. Bethlehem Stee made a new top at 85 3-4 up 5-8 on 4,2O0 shares.
 Internationai Telephone opened 10000 shares at IA Ia up Ia while American Telephone formed small fraction to 181 3-4. Rubbers were in demand with new highs in Goodyear and Goodrich.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-02-10
By ELMER c wALzER

NNaAE AAAANAASAANa
 New York, Feb. 10.-UP)-etocls of the two giant utility holding companies which announced end of litigation over the utilities act and intent to register in conformity with the law advanced more than a point each at an irregular opening on the stock exchange today.
 North American company opened 2,5O0 shares at 31 5-8 up 1-4 and American Water Works, 2,300 shares at 26 7-8 up 1-8. Both units plan refunding operations held in abey- ance pending clarification of the holding company act.
 United States Steel common ap- peared 10 minutes after the open ing gong and proved the real fea- ture. Its initial sale, 2,000 shares,
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-02-10
SENIOR HADASSAHS
 PLAN ANNIVERSARY

A description of the work of the Ladies' Aid society of the Water bury Hebrew Institute was given at a meeting of the Senior Hadassah last night by Mrs. Louis Madnick, president of the Ladies Aid. The society, which entails member ship of 400 will observe It's 35th an- niversary March 2, she said. More than 100 were present. Mrs. Moses D. Sheinkopf talked briefly on cur rent events.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-02-10
No Court

Activities at the county court house will be suspended Friday, February 12, which is Lincoln's birthday. There will be no short calendar session of the superior court this week, but the common pleas short calendar will be held tomorrow. Assignment of cases was made for two weeks in su- perior court last Friday.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-02-10
Italian Auxiliary

More than one hundred mem bers of auxiliary of the local Ital- ian World War Veterans and their friends gathered last night at the Silver Chalet at a banquet in honor of Mrs. Marie Sandulli Di- Crosta, recently elected president of the group. Entertainment was furnished by Miss Lena Mancini, pianist, Domenic Mecca, accord ionist, and MT. and Mrs. Anthony DiCrosta and Miss Mary Ricci, vocalists.
 Mrs. Madeline Alleva and Mrs. Rose Piston were co-chairmen of the committee on arrangements for the testimonial affair.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-02-10
FrQternQl NeUs
Ayiglianese

More than 200 persons attend cd a Valentine card party last night in Moose hall sponsored by the women's branch of the Ayiglianese society. Miss Molly Ilucia headed the arrangements committee. Assisting her were Mary D. Mecca. Louise Landolfi, Mary A. Mecca, Gertrude M. Rosa, Mollie Curriero, Rena Lucia, Gertrude R. Lorusso, Mrs. Grace Spierto, Mrs. Gertrude Mecca, Mrs. Mary Sprano, Mrs. Mary Maselli, Mrs. Mollie Cipriano and Mrs. Assunta Riccuto.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-02-10
Something New

Alleged to have kept 8 gam bling machine patrOnized most ly by youngsters of the neigh borhood, Joseph Ciarelli, A, of 45 ColIey strete, had his case continued a day in city court today. The case was continued when CiareIli said he would like to engage a lawyer.
 Patr0lman Patrick M0ylan
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-02-10
Car Robbed

Equipment valued at $40 was stolen from the car of John Sulina, of 293 Monroe avenue, while the machine was parked in the rear of the Albert Furniture Go, be- tween and 5 p. m. yesterday. Sulina told Detective William Foley that the missing articles are a tire and rim, a lighter, curtains and tools.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-02-10
Kitchener Auxiliary

Members of Lord Kitchener Post Auxiliary, British War Veter- ans, will hold a business meeting tonight in the post rooms at 95 Bank street. The session will be- gin at 7:3O o'clock. Following the discussion of business social hour will be enjoyed and refresh mentS will be served.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-02-10
LATE REALTY NOTES

Quit Claim Deed John and Loyola Kaukas to Leona Pippeanni.
 Mortgage Deed Donate Polletta to Concetta Fi- lippelli. land on east side of Mid land road.
 Release Of Mortgage Alexandrina Massicotte to Eddy and Florina Laliberti.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-02-10
Y.M.C.A. Notes

The first of a series of six lessons in checkers will be con- ducted in the Y lobby tomorrow night by Martin O,Brien, presi- dent of the Conn. Checker assn. "The Board, Its Nunmers" is the topic. There is more concern ing checker boards than most peo-
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-02-10
- SPO7LIGHTING Brass City News

of the vice squad testified that Patrolman Fred Hickey and he found the machine in Ciarelli's store. Police said several com pIaints had been received from the neighborhood.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-02-10
Irish-American

Formal arrangements for the observance of St. Patricks day will be made tomorrow night at a meeting of the general commit tee of the Irish-American Social club. to take place at the or
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-02-10
A. O. N. limit

Guests from other cities were entertained last night by Q pro- eram of Irish music presented by Ebe Ladies Auxiliary, Division 2.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-02-10

Plans are under way to establish at Adelaide, Australia, an alkali in dustry, the principal products to De soda ash, bicarbonate of soda and caustic soda. t'
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-09-08
THoMASToN Correspondent-NEa Mattoon Judson sLTeL SS Republicans Replace Two Board Members
Campbell, Dickinson Named in Place of Dewell, Mrs. MattOon at q. o. P. Caucus -lO.Year.0ld Boy Hurt

Joseph McMahon, 10, is on the danger list ct St. Mary's Hospital in Waterbury suffering from injuries received yesterday afternoon when he was struck by an automobile driven by Mrs. Frederick Lee of Paterson, N. J. The accident oc- cured on East Main street and the youngster was reported by pr. Har- old J. Curran, who is treating him, to have receive Q lung injury.
 According to the report given the police by the driver the boy walked into the path of the car. Local poe lice are Investigating.
 A Motorists Pay Costs
 Morris Herbert, 20, of French street, Watertown, end Frank Mon- zonski, 2e, of Railroad street were granted nolles and assessed sl6.36, the cost of court, when they ap- peared Tuesday noon before Jus tice of the Peace J. M. Scott on charges of violation of the rules of the road. Grand Juror William E. BumStead prosecuted the case. Con- stable Albert Golden notified the men to appear in court following m accident on Railroad street Mon- day in which Q Sanford milk truck, driven by Herbert, and e pleasure car, driven by MonZonski, were In" Volved Witnesses in the case were Philip Cogle of Plymouth and Henry LeMay of Watertown.
 Resigns Post
 Edward 8. Mattoon has resigned his position ct the Thomaston Pulp fishing company to enter the ern- ploy of the Connecticut Western News of Canaan. MT. Mattoon who is the son of of the late Frank II. Mattoon, former editor and pub- fisher of the Thomaston Express, has been in the employ of the news paper and printing establishment for the past nine yers. He will er" ter on his new duties next Monday.
 To Be Bridesmaid
 Mss Dorothy Schlitter of High street will be one Of the two brides" maids ct the wedding of her broth- or, Donald schlitter and Miss Kath- erine Madelinski, which will take place Thursday morning in Ansonia.
 Mrs. Frankiyn Woodbridge has returned to her home from Water- bury hospital where she recently underwent an operation.
 At Business School
 Among those from here enrolled at Post Business College in Water- bury are the Misses Helen Benson, Marian sitkiewicz, Bernice Ander- son, Esther Johnson, Edith Ross, Jeannette Benedict, Charles Tibbals, Richard Sangster.
 New Teacher
 One new teacher joined the faculty of the local high school when classes were resumed today, The new appointee is Miss Hewlett of Massachusetts. She has previous ly taught in Mantle.