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The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-01-30
FEDERAL AGENTS
 SEIZE 69 STILLS

Agents of the Alcohol Tax Unit in Connecticut were responsible for tho conflscation of 60 stills, which were turning out illicit alcohol in large quantities and depriving the Federal government ot millions of dollars in taxes in 1030. according to Joseph c. O'Kane, investigator in charge of the unit. Several Water bury cases were investigated and acted upon by the unit, most irn- portant of which was the Devino- Mastrlanno case which Is still await ing trial in the New Haven federal court.
 The most important seizure Dy agents during the past year. how ever. was in October, when large still, several cars, and ii persons were taken into custody at Poduo- mock. The case, which now lmpli- cates 33 persons Is awaiting trial in the United States District Court. Seizures during the year included almost 3,10O gallons of illicit alco- ho. 1000 gallons of other distilled liquors and 225 gallons of malt liquors. and 10 tons of sugar. Dur ing ths year there were 101 arrests on charges of violation of Federal liquor tax laws. 173 of which were brought to the courts. Eighty-f17e per cent of the prosecutions were successful.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-01-30
Membership Of 1000
 Holy Name Objective
St. Francis Xavier Society to Become Largest Unit in City-Earbenders Discuss Plans at Meeting
WASHINGTON HILL NEWS

A possible membership of 1000 is seen by officers and participants in the St. Francis Xavier Holy Name society drive for members which will open next week. Committee workers will be announced early next week by drive Chairman Joe seph Carolan and his assistants, President Thomas Bcadden and Patrick Wallace.
 Last year at this time the first membership drive of any impor- tance was staged with the result that the roster Of the organization WIS raised from about ls0 to more than 600. Confidence that the L. GOO mark will be reached has been expressed by all concerned. Plans are underway for a meeting next week of all members of the com mittees, for allotment of territory and complete instructions. The slogan which was invoked so suc- cessfulIy last year will be the bat tlc cry again in this instance, Every Man Holy Name Man"
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-01-30
SEVEN ARRESTS
 FOR BROOKLINE

Dedham, Mass. Jan. 90 tUP)-- AL least seven arrests and the rss- jpnAtion of one T more BrOokllbc town officials were anticipated D- day after q Norfolk county grand jury had returned 21 secret lndict- ments in It's Brooklins vice invesu- gatl0n.
 The indictments expected to ere ate il sensation when those named are identified M0nday--Camc lasi night after the grand jurors had listened for three days to the testi- m0ny Of nearly score Of closely guarded witnesses and had deliber- atsd about six hours.
 Though District-AttOfney E' mund H. Dewlng moved that capi- ases be issued for the arrest Of those named. it was announced that no arrests would be made until today ft was indicated that most of those indicted are residents of Br0oklins, the Boston suburb htat is ranked as one Of Atnerlca's weslthlest towns.
 When Foreman Eugene Y. Tower presenter the indictments to Super ior Judge Edward Y Hanlfy, the court found two Of them irreeulsr One had not been signed and the other was incomplete in text. After retiring for another 20 minutes | GNefff. ( indictments were re- turned iii proper form.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-01-30
WILLOW ST. MAN
 CHOKED, ROBBED.
Reports Intruder Attacks Victim in HOme--$42
 Taken From Pockets

Police today continued q search for ( bold Tobber who alIegedly e1i- tered . Willow street home, choked q householder and escaped after rlfiing the victims pockets of N2. The complainant B Milton Post Of 40 Willow street.
 According to Posts story, he was sleeping on . couch at his home at il o'clock last night. He woke Up to find two hands grasping him by the throat, he says, and though he struggled he was unable to free him self or even get . good look at his attacker. The aseailant. after rinirg Posts pockets, ran to the front door and lied. police were told.
 Post reported the robbery to Patroiman John Breen, who notified headquarters and an alarm was sent out to ali street and motor patrol men. Police had little to work on, however. getting only . fTeager de- scription of the robber.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-01-30
STREAMLINED COPS!
Citys Finest Must Reduce-1937 Style Calls for Less Beef-Training Starts Shortly-First Aid
 Squad to Assist Director.

Waterbury's police department, fl officials have their way, will consist solely of broad -shouldered, thin wasted, hard d-as mails stal- warts, who will think nothing of sprinting for several blocks. For Waterbury's policemen are 10 have regular physical training Ii part Of their routine.
 Deputy Superintendent Daniel J. Carson confirmed the rumors that had been whispered onin- 0tisly about tho locker rooms at headquarters Of recent weeks. Yes, he Eaid. thcre1l be physical training for the local bluscoats.
 The program will start after the policemen have competed their first-aid course, which started few weeks ago and lasts for three months. The members of the de- partmcnt attend this course twice
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-01-30

II. Morris-J0nes was educated Gt oxford university and has travelled throughout Europe. Hc Was In Germany in June, 1884. was in Austria shortly after the murder of Chancellor Dollfus and vas present during the Saar plebecite.
 Kirby Page, the other speaker listed for tomorrow, Is an intsrna- tlona3', known speaker and jour nalist, former editor Of World Tomorrow" peace magazine. He is also the author Of National De- fense,' one of the best handbooks for advocates Of peace.
 The lecture will start at 300 o'clock tomorrow afternoon and all Waterburlans interested in the sub jsct of peace have been invited h attend.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-01-30
Basketball

Basketball
 Two hundred hearts pa1pitated wildly throughout two basketball games at the Washington Park Community house last night, for in each there were enough thrills to satisfy the average pcrson's life- time desire. The first game was won by the Welles, after Q fast last per- lod comeback against the Robins. 35-32. Score at the end of the third period was 30-17 in favor of the Robins.
 Bob German dropped A shot in for two points in favor of the Gents of the Hill while the timekeeper was reaching for the gun last night 10 give the Gents a 31-29 victory over the Hill Juniors. Keen opposition was displayed and the score was tied at several stages of the tilt. "Mutter" Phelan accounted for 18 of the Juniors points.
 Tom Conway, who wanted to see Louis win by q knockout was sorne- what consoled when, at the meet ing which followed, he was named chairman of the annual card party which will be held sometime in May. This affair is always one to attract widespread interest. Others serving on the committee are Edward O'DonnclI. Mike Kcnney, John Fitz- maurice, Ed Kenney, James Kelliher and Ralph Ruggles.
 A tentative date of April 3 was set for the annual banquet of the Ear benders and John Tehan was namad chairman of the arrangements con1- mittec. Assisting him are: Art Fra geau. Tom Conway, Andrew Camp bell and Patrick Kane. The next af- fair to be given by the group. how ever, is another of their regular corned beef and cabbage suppers. No date has been set but tentatively it is expected to be within three weeks. James Kelliher is chairman of this committee and Is assisted by Ralph Ruggies. John Tehan. Tom Conway, George Smith and John Lally.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-01-30

DOmsnIc Mecca popular accord iOnlst was h0nored by friends at a surprise birthday party lsst night at the homo of Mr. and Mrs. Louis Leone, W 6G Burr street. The house was beautifuIjy decorated in \ style which gave t the at- mosphere of A Mardi Gras. The guest Of honor was presented with many beautbfui gifts. refreshments were served. entertainment WAS furnished by an accordion band made up of Phil D0udinI, Rose Houdini, Pauline Peersio, Anthony Mecca, Louis Leone and Joseph Heebey. Delos were played by Domsnic Meccs snd Phi BoudIni. yecal selections by Bsl Csccio and Peter Btoih.
 These present were; Miss Rose B0udinI snd Mrs. Leone Hostesses, Mr. snd Mrs. Joseph bantarsiero, Mir. and Mrs. Louis Leone, Mr. and Mrs. ". Mecca, Leonard COvisilo, D. Mecca, Joseph Dhee- bsy, Anthony Mecca, BiIi verras- tse, Demsnic Mecca, Julis Glulist- q, New YeFk; Sal CeecIo, Csthef- inc Nfeces, PAulIne Persio, Angle Ceeele, Lena ItlnsIdi, Marie Fa- balsi. Carmeia verSsstse, Mildred Mecca. H0se Bouainl, Vivian Leone NtohsIas Zappene, Jean Deschlne, Zee 0ugiset0, Marie Deschine, MT. AnA Mrs. Philip Boudini ef Wal. Iinefofd, Me. anG Mrs LeonAfd Sam "4'rro, Peter Stein and Rose ning ~.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-01-30
AYOTTE PUPILS
 STAGE RECITAL
Waterbury Proteges Fea- ture Program Last Eve.
 ming in New Haven
tspce,aI To The Democrat,

New Haven, Jan. 30-Tb Water bury pupils of the Ayotte School of Dance Arts featured the annual musical dance revue of that group last evening in the Fair Haven Junior High school in this city witnessed by mrge and apprecia- tive audience. The affair was en- titled. "Streamlined and Joybound," and the diversified numbers on the we'll l-balanccd program were all well received.
 The Brass City girls and boys who appeared in the military march re- ceived great ovation for the clever way they put their number over.
 The Waterbury students who took part in the program were Aurise Brodeur, Claire Lavignc, Jacquelins Brodeur. Eleanor Wren, Dolores Theriault, Joan Thorpe, Marie Brennan, Dorothy Robinson, Mar jorie Wingblade, Jane Squires, Olive Sibold, Mary Driscoll, Jane Thomas, Joyce Dunne, Bobby Thorpe, Mau- rice Morin and Leonard Conlon.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-01-30
.Lithuanian World War Veterans s4onorP National Commander
Civic Leaders Join in Tes- { timOnial to Dr.. Buchinis of Baltimore

,s Leaders in military and civic enc Eerprises will pay tribute to the lithuanian Legion tonight at q tes- tbnonial banquet to be held in honor of past national commander pr. John Buchinis of Baltimore, Md, to be held at 4e Green Street hall. The event is expected to be one of . the most outstanding gatherings J11eld in the history of the legion, and according to arrangements will .wHpass even the convention ball. Members of the general committee Have made known that formal and eelJfi-formal dreS will be in cv- idence. Alderman John W. Bender, 6 member of Sylvester J. Stokes post Of this city, will officiate as toast master with John F. Danisavagc. commander of the Waterbury chap ter and national senior vlce-com- fsaandcr, chairman of the general committee, will act as matter of ceremonies.
 @10 List of Speakers
 The speakers in addition 10 the fcn0red guest include Mayor Frank Hayes, Rev. Joseph J. Valantiejus, pastor Of St. Joseph,s church: Rev. John J. Kripas Of Hartford, former iy of this city; Rev. Benedict Ga,i- ronsjas of this city. veteran Of the World War: Superintendent of Poe lice William J. Roach, National Commander Joseph Coyaleski Of New Britain; National Auxiliary Z President. Mrs. Katherine Narcum of New Britain; National Adjutant Constantine JurgeIa of Brooklyn, N. r.: National Judge Advocate, At torney Thomas Cabells of Plain vile: William ZclneT of Hartford. commander of Frederick Sabonls post cf that city; Mrs. Barbara Sau- kis, president Of the Frederick Ba- bonis chapter auxiliary; Anthony yaIeckis. commander Of Post Of i. Bridgeport; Attorney Anthony Bhul- spa of Boston, 3rd national Vice-com-
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-01-30
TWO HELD FOR
 THEFT OF WIRE
Youths Accused of Taking Telephone Co Property;
 Junk Dealer Held

Two youths charged with stealing large quantity Of wire owned by the American Telephone and Tclc- graph Co, and q man charged with receiving stolen goods were given contlnuances till Tuesday in city court today. Tine accused are Leo Drobanchcr, 1s, of 22s South Leon ard street. George Owens, %, Of z53 Bank street. both charged with theft. and Nathan 5hulkln, 5b, Of 321 Orange street. q Junk dealer. charged with receiving stolen goods.
 ShuIkln was arrested last night by Detectives John Calvin and An thopy Mariana and Patrolman Michael KarpeImsn. PaTolfnap Karpelman and Detective Mariana had earlier arrested the two youths on suspicion. Also taking part iD the investigation were Detectives Ed- ward McEllIgott and Joseph Bend Ter.
 fIattheU Bheehan. T. Of South Main street was fined E. and costs for breach Of the peace.
 Mrs. Thomas CaVanaugh 25, paid $50 for 4 noIle on q theft charge
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-01-30

n1ander; Thomas Matas. president of thc Lithuanian Independent Po- Iiticol club; Dr. John s. StaDesloW, and Dr. Matthew J. Colney.
 Business Meeting
 The testimonial will be preceded in the afternoon TitE meeting of the national body at which time plans for the remainder Of the year { will be up for discussion. prepara- Gions Off the annual national con- ventlon will be arranged and. the national charter adjusted.
 Dr. Buchens who will be guest of honor tonight is director Of the de- pArtment Of public health in Balti- more and aiso serves as q member of the corsuItant staH at John Hop kins University. While in the city over the weekend he will be the guest Of Dr. Stanrsl0v.
 Local Officers
 Oficers Of the local chapter who were active during the preparations Include John F. Danisavage, com Inander; Joseph Bender, senior fvice commander. Daniel Lizdas, junior yice-commandsr. Attorney Albert J. BrNnsky, judge advocate Victor Danisayage. local adjutant and national chief Of staB. Albert .Hice, nanciaI adjutant; John BhuID, Officer of the day: Nick Llpnicki, scrgeant-at-arns; William Sbukai- tis, local and national trustee. and Stanley SaViskas, local chaplain. and national historian, Charles SIokus also Of this city, national treasurer also assisted.
 Auxiliary officers include Mrs Anna Bruzas, president; Mrs. There sa Stocks, senior vice-Wesidsnt Mrs. Constance BtokEs. junior vice. president Miss Anna DanbaVage treasurer, Miss Anna Vaitukaitls i, nancial secretary; Mrs. Mabel Dani- savage, recording secretary; Mrs William Shukaitis and Mrs. Mar aaret Bebrln trustees.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-01-30
OBITUARY

GIUL1ANI--Bamucl Ciuliani, 5b died at his home on Russell st.. Oakvllle last evening after q brief illness. He was born in Italy and came to this country % years ago For ii years he made his home in this city and for the past l5 yeari has resided in Ca.villc. ~
 Mir. 0iuliani is survived by hif wife. Mrs. Nancy Oiuliani three gOni Domenic, Emil and Joseph; three daughters. Mrs. Angelo 5pino, Mrs Anthony Pcrazella, and Mrs. An. thony pannonc of Oakvllle. 0nt borther. Eugene: and one sister Eleanor of Italy.
 The body was removed to the Colasanto Funeral Home, 034 Bank street. Funeral arrangements will Dc announced later.
 STEELE Mrs. Jennie E. Hitch- cock Steele, 60 of l100 Mcriden road died at Waterbury hospital after q short illness yesterday afternoon Born in Wolcott. she was the daugh- ter of the late Shelton r. and Cor. nelia Andrews Hitchcock. Mrs Steele lived in this city many years The following paragraph was writ' ten by her before her death:
 One of Mrs. Bteele's ancestors was Of Revolutionary stock. William Andrews. her mothersc uncle. was q captain in the Revolutionary army He married Miss Martha Thomas ol Thomastor, sister of Seth Thomas the noted clockmaker. Mrs. Steele had few outside activities. but wal especially interested in her home afi6 flower gardens She was chartci member of Mil Plain Union church and gave iibcralIy towards the building of it. Bhe had installed q beautiful art glaas window ir memory of her parents"
 Mrs. Bteele's immediate family have ali passed on, but she lcavei several cousins.
 Funeral services will be held Mon. day afternoon at o'clock at hei home. Friends may call at the home tomorrow afternoon and evening.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-01-30
COP. To Renew
 Fight For New Voting Places
More Districts Needed to Facilitate Voting; COm-
 mittee Named

In the hopes of bringing about a encouragement of the city's voting districts before the municipal election next October, Republican Town Chairman J. Warren Upson yesterday named a special committee to draft an ordi- nance which will be presented to the board of aldermen soon.
 On the committee arc Rcpubli- can Registrar of Voters Albert o. Taller, representing the first ward John J. Bergln. vicc-prcsident of the Young Republican Club, repre- senting the second ward, Attorney Michael J. 0alu1lo of the third ward Finton Cuddy of the fourth ward and Alderman George T. Kingston of the fifth ward.
 The republicans attempted to have the voting districts changed around last simmer but the pro- po6al made by Alderman Kingston was defeated oti q strict party vote in the board of aldermen. The rec publicans claim that some of the voting districts are too big and should be cut up. Special complaint Is made about the size of the second third. fifth, 11th and 14th voting districts.
 There arc now 20 voting districts and the republicans would increase the number of precincts to twenty five at least. The democratic alder- men opposed the increase in the number of voting districts because 1t would add much expense to the city, both in manning the prccirict on election day and in purchasing additional voting machines.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-01-30

weekly, each class lasting two hours.
 The deputy superintendent said that the police gymnasium. of late years used mostly for visitors to see. will be rcfltted and that new equipment for the physical training class will be purchased. When the training program WaS- discussed originally, 1t wal point cd out tbat Patrolman Clarence Marseli& had considerable eHper- ience in managing classes Of that kind.
 The training program will prob ably be permanent in nature. It will utilize everything from Tn- dian clubs 10 bicycles. For al- ready two bicycles arc being mounted go that perspiring pa tro1men can mount them and pedal the pounds away.
 4 policeman's lot, as has been said before. is not happy one.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-01-30

Final instructions were given team captains at The Elton last night as the drive to increase membership in the Waterbury chapter of the Connecticut Merit System associa-
 ton got under way. John B. Co.'S presided at the meeting and Edward II. Davis of the 6covill Manufactur- ing company explained the merit
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-01-30
L1aUOm YEH wIT NevrffE NH APPLICATION

This Is Co give notice ibat [. Louis %.lJsmorsky of 56s North Main st, SWatefbvfz. CoBil. bats b1s1 aD ap- @sli6AtIDn dated Jan, gard, 1881 Hltb t,eeia1rhU De.aft Tor tbs sale z ,,f aipt,iptiJp ligu6r 06 t!Ia premises z b9s.sfg N0ftb staib s.. Wh:ertttfY ,seftLnD. The bBsiBass is owned Ds ss13l Waterbury, Conn, and will be i@af noted by Louis DsIB0rsky Of 50g 4N ill Main sL, Waterbury. Conn.,
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The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-01-30

system so that the canvassers can present their case to the public in- telligently. William Strong of New Haven was present and explained the details of the drive. which will end February 10th. The association plans to support Q civil service bill in the 1e37 session of the legisla- ture.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-01-30
NOTED LECTURSER
 AT YMCA SUNDAY
Addresses on Peace Move. ment Open to General
 Public

IT, Morris Jones and Kirby Page will address group at the Y. M C. 4. tomorrow afternoon on the subject peace. The lecturers ore ocrnipg here tomorrow ss part Oi the local program of the Waterbury Council for Peace Action.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-01-30
SPECIALITIES IN
 ALL-STAR REVUE
Italian Sisterhood Host Tonight at Buckingham
 Hall; Excellent List

Local radio and stage stars have been selected for by the Italian Sis- terbood Mirstrels which will take place tonight at the Buckingham hall. A great turn out is expected to witness the affair. John Sforza is directing the show assisted by Peter
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-01-30
Legal Notices
LIurOn pEn WFr NOTICE or APPLICATION

This Is to give notice thst L Leslie '. Hneg1es, of tsz West Main s.. Waterbury, Conn. have filed an with the LiqUDr Control Commission i Tor Package BtDrs Beer Permit for ths es1s Of alcoholic IlqgOr on the premises, 167f South Main St, Wa ierbury, Conn. The business is owned by First Hatieha1 Stores, Inc, m Park and Oakland Ayes. East tfartfird, Conn, and will bs con- Aduetsd b7 Leslie r. Hugkiss, Of is2 West Main Bt.. Waterbury, Conn, as psrDittes. ,
 Ilafsd Jan. 27th. tg27. l-zO--z- -e
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-01-30
CLUB TESTS INGENUITY

Elk Greek. Mo rUPJ ---. The mot to of the Extension club here Is Make Something Out Of Nothing" ." Members have lived ID to the motto by braiding corn shucks and plait- ing them into rugs. mats, baskets, sandals, and ornamental flowers.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-01-30
Earbenders Plan

After listening to the fight broad cast last night, the Earbenders sat down peacefully and made plans for activities of the future weeks and months. Scores of the "45' game played were: Griffin, 22: Joyce, 20; Grimes. g; Kenny. 21; Frageau, g; FitNmaurice. 18.
 The standing.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-01-30
CAMIl OW TMANIkN

We wish to thank our many scsoSi snsY ana ne Vojskviiie Pih Com. pany, for tbs floral tributes, sym. patfy ,and kindness shown us dur- ins our recent bereavement, the death Of our beloved son, Robert MGOmber.
 Nit. and MRS. WALTER McoMBisH
 Falls, Ave, OahvlIle, Conn.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-01-30
FUNERALS

Funeral services for Mrs. Elsie 4. (sichman) Bristol viii Dc held this afternoon at 2:30 o'clock in the Aldersor Funeral Home, 70 Gen. tral avenue, Rsv, Ridgway Y. Dhinn of the West Side MethodiAt church. officiating. Burial vii Dc in Ever green cemetery, Watsrtowfi.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-01-30
ODD HOBBY DISCLOSED

San Francisco U.PJ --- John 1T. Wilson. postmaster and former mayor Of Honolulu, has q hobby. ft Is attending Presidential elections. lie has not missed ono since 1913. To attend the recent one Of Pres- ident Roosevelt has was obliged to fly in Clipper plane. But he says he still thinks it is worth the while.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-01-30
Large Attendance

Large Attendance
 Success favored the Children Of Mary of the parish of St. Francig' Xavier in their play and dance which was presented at the parish hall last night. More than 300 per- sons attended.
 The play, Campus Quarantine" was presented by the Bt. Patrick'5 parish players, and was well receiy- cd. Dancing followed. with music b Timmie Crowe's orchestra.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-01-30
MASSES
BYasgs--

nYaNgs--A montI,s mind mHss Of requiem will bs. celebrated Monday Morning, Feb. lst tt o'clock. at tifs Imiiiaeulate Conception church for the rep0ss Of ths soul of the late Thomas DtrnsA
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-01-30
roo LATE TO CLASSIFY

WANTED--1lrl to care for small
 boy from ' q. m. to 5 D. m. Call after { D. m. 10 Pleasant st, tst fl.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-01-30

Vienna, Austris, is to have q neT motion picture production studio.