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The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-01-26
Thin Mustache
Proves Strong
Factor In Case
Witnesses Disagree on Ac-
cused's Facial Appear
ance; Judge Satisfied

Testimony by three detec-
tives that Stephen Puleo, 80,
of this city and New Haven,
had a thin mustache when
they arrested him January
6, resulted today in Judge
John F. McGrath finding
probable cause against the
accused and binding him
over to the April criminal
session of superior court on a
charge Of obtaining money
by false pretenSeS.
The hearing today was the. last
Of several given the case in city
court.
Appearing as defense witnesses
this morning and swearing that they
had never seen Puleo with mus
tache, though they knew him well,
were Assistant City Attorney M.
Edward Klebanoff of New Haven,
and DR.. Anthony Velero, also OF
New Haven.
The mustache problem assumed
importance when witnesses dis
agreed at a previous hearing as to
whether or not a man who had
passed several bagus checks had a
mustache. Detectives Edward Nc
Elligott, Connie Shanahan and
Joseph Bender, all took the stand
this morning and testified that Pu-
leo did have mustache at the time
of arrest.
Police charged Puleo with passing
three bogus checks, all in the North
Main street section, after making
small purchases. The checks were
all drawn on a fictitious account at
a local bank, and were all passed
shortly before Christmas.
At the first hearing, two of the
three merchants victimized by the
check passer positively identified
Puleo as the man. The other said
he was not sure.
After today's testimony Judge
McGrath found probable cause and
made the bind-oyer.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-01-26

mission Of three, one Of them q
member Of the general assembly,
to investigate rates in Naugatuck.
Another Durkin bill asks that
all insurance compahy's operat-
ing I'm Naugatuck charge only
such rates as are based ON exper-
fence Of all such companies do
ing business In the borough.
State Capitol, Hartford, Jan.
Especial to The Democrat)-
Representative Daniel J. Mahaney
of Waterbury introduced several
bills In the house today. One calls
for acceptance Of an act Of con-
gress providing for agricultural
research and agricultural exterf-
sion work in this state. Under
terms of another the Connecti-
cut State College would have a
self-supporting activities fund.
The sale Of water and other serv-
ices by Connecticut State College
is also provided for in another
measure.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-01-26
Italian Baptist

The Eccelectic club Of the italian
Baptist church neld their usual
serii-monthly meeting last evening
at the home Of Rev. Ventura. After
the business session was completed
the members enjoyed q few social
hours. Refreshments were served
and Indoor pictures were taken Of
the group. Those present were: Rev.
Ventura, Mrs. Ventura, Adeltne Sig
nOri, Edward LaRosa, Connie d.
Capla, Alexander DiSantis, Della
foster, Paul Foster. Teresa Tirendi,
James LoGuidlce, Lucy Fierm0nte,
Soseph Trend. Josephine Fier-
monte, Frank Parish, Anna Fier-
monte, Roger Ventura. Mary For-
tunati, Daniel Fiermonte, Lena Par
Isl, Winifred TirendL
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-01-26
YOUTH HELDFOR
SUPERIOR COURT

Waving examination, William
Powers. 81, Of So Wolcott street.
was bound over to superior court
from city court today on q charge
of theft of an automobile. He was
released ON bonds Of $1,000.
Nick Tomassillo, "A, Of Is Division
street, was placed on probation to
pay fine of S. and costs ON
charges of assault and breach of
the peace. He allegedly attacked
John Daddona, when the latter Wis.,
tied his home Sunday.
Adolph Dubicki, %, Of 307 WASH
ington avenue, charged with Illegal
use of markers, paid $40 for nolle.
Frad Tkach, As, of 242 Woodtick
road, charged with operating a car
with defective brakes, received a
continuance till Monday.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-01-26
Y.M.C.A. Notes

1.-THE New Russian Constitution, "
will be described and appraised by
Edward H. Davis Of the Scovill Mfg.
company at o lobby forum program
at the central Y. M. G. A. Wednes-
day evening at o'clock. This weeks
forum will be the first to be held
under the auspices Of q newly or
ganized Current Events club, some
Of the members Of which are: Roy
A. Anderson, Abraham Rosenzweig.
Frank Dillane, Edwin Delinks, and
others to be announced next We'd
nesday.
The forum is open to members
and contributors Of the Waterbury
Y. M. @. A. Non members wishing
to hear the talk may arrange to re-
ceive an invitation by calling Sec
rotary Arthur L. Purinton at the
central "Y".
All the interesting sights Of New
York were visited by ten members
Of the Kenocha club Of the Y. M. O.
A. who spent the weekend In the
big city. The main purpose Of the
visit was to play return game with
the st. Peters basketball team, In
which the local youths were defeated
1921.
Seth Goodwin, physical instructor
at the Y, and advisor for the Ken
oshas, accompanied the group which
included Joseph Kenny, Guido Ca
-
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-01-26
IN TODAY'S NEWS
AT STATE CAPITOL
mate Of the Fairfield County State
h0gnikal.

mate Of the Fairfield County State
hospital.
Another Hungerford measure
would reimburse the Town Of
Watert0wn TO the amount Of 49,
400 for money spent on the cases
Of Almasine and Leonidas Dus-
sault, inmates of state institu-
tions.
Representative Richard Durkin
Of Naugatuck today In a bill
asked that Naugatuck be re-
moved from the Waterbury dis
trict arbitrarily set up for deter
mining auto liability insurance
rates. The bill asks that Manga
tuck be part Of the district in
GLIDING Beacon Falls, Prospect,
and suburbs Of Waterbury.
Representative Durkin also pre-
scented measure concerning rates
charged ON fire and automobile
insurance I'm the Borough Of
Naugatuck. The bin authorizes
the governor to appoint COM
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-01-26
SOUIRES WITNESS
ENGRAVING WORK
Pay Visit to Mathes'
Studio for Interesting
Demonstration

An enthusiastic group Of members
Df Michael McGivney Circle, 1874,
columbian Squires, witnessed a
demonstration Of photo-engraving
ut the studios Of Gunther E. H.
Mathes Friday evening. The Squircs
adjourned to the Mathes plant after
attending a business meeting In the
Columbus club.
Several cuts being prepared for
newspaper reproduction were follow
ed in the various stages they un-
dergo from the actual photograph
to the finished product In zinc. Con-
siderable interest was evinced by the
Squires attending in the processes
necessary to produce a newspaper
cut from photograph.
An invitation was extended to the
group to return at a later date
when group pictures will be taken
by use OF the infra-red and ultra
violet rays. in which Mr.. Mathes
has conducted many experiments.
Pictures will be taken In total dark
ness.
At the business session, at which
Chief Squire John Slavin presided,
plans were started for an open house
to be held on Friday, February 8,
at the Columbus club. James Luddy
heads the committee in charge and
he is assisted by Joseph Stevens.
John Conlon and Joseph Corcoran.
Tentative events scheduled SO far
include several boxing bouts among
members Of the circle, as well as
moving pictures and refreshments.
"a guest speaker is also to be pro-
vided and musical and vocal enter
tainment.
Squires will be allowed to invite
guests to attend the open house with
them. 9
Those attending the engraving
demonstration at Mr. Mathes' plant
were. Counselor Joseph Scully.
Senior Counselor Neil Maloney,
James Luddy, Peter Luddy, George
Corcoran, Joseph Corcoran, Maurice
Mccarthy, John Conlon, John
Clarke, John Honan, Robert Ken
ney, Harry Waters, Bennett DAILY.
James Arnold, Gregory Gilmartin
and John Slavin.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-01-26

The parents of BENJAMIN Green
berg Of IA Grove street In this city,
have not been heard from in the
past tWenty-four hours, the local
man was informed by phone from
Louisville shortly after one O'Clock
TODAY. Mr.. Greenbere's brother
called from Louisville, after the To-
cal man had been trying since last
evening to get in communication
with him by phone, and informed
him that he and several other rela-
tives were still trying to get in touch
with his parents.
Section Flooded
The local mans parents resided
in a section of the city that has
been inundated and they have not
been heard from since yesterday.
Mr.. Greenberg,s brother informed
him TODAY that he will send q wire
here as soon as any news is heard
from his parents.
Yesterday there was some doubt
as to the safety Of Mrs. James r.
Hancock, the former Isabel Martin
of this city, but this morning The
Democrat was informed by her SIS
ter, Miss Mary Martin, OF 81 Union
street, that she had received a
telegram from Mrs. Hancock m
forming her that she was In no
danger.
Other Waterburians VINO are az
the present time IN the nooo area
are:
Priest Resident
Rev. James Cunningham, q mem
Der Of the Paulist Fathers who Is
located in the heart OF the Hooded
section in Louisville. He is the son
Of Mr.. and Mrs. James Cunningham,
of 48 South View street.
Attorney John DUANE, formerly
of Waterbury, and his sister, MRS.
Ambrose Brausch, who reside at the
present time in Cincinnati.
John Morrison Of Huntington, w.
Va, q brother Of Mort" Morrison
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-01-26

terbury, Feb. II to address q lun-
cheon meeting of local factory off,
Gals. John H. Goss will preside at
the gathering.
At $50 p. m. Of the same day, Mr..
Epstein will be the speaker at a
meeting Of the Industrial Foremen's
club at the Y. M. G. A. having as
his subject, whats Wrong With
Social Security"
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-01-26
SETTLEMENT MADE
in $4,000 SUIT

Order was entered in the court OF
common pleas today to withdraw
the $4,000 damages action Of John
E. Zappone against Harry Priestly,
which had been entered as an after
math Of an automobile accident in
Bridgeport, February 20, 1884. The
plaintiff had claimed severe injuries
which were allegedly caused when
he was hit by an automobile driven
by the defendant on Fairfield ave-
nue.. The difficulty has evidently
been settled but no announcement
Of the terms was made.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-01-26

Basketball
A double clinch on the champion
ship of the senior basketball league
of the Washington Park community
house was acquired last night by the
Raymond Hillies who defeated the
Baldwin Props 1920. The first half
saw the doughboys scoring at will to
pile up huge lead but in the final
stanza the Props awakened and
scored frequently, not enough, how
ever, to cut down the lead piled up
in the first half. In the other tilt
last night the Tribunes victimized
the Community club to the tune Of
1924 in a we'll played contest. Now
that the Raymond Hillies have
established themselves as winners Of
the first round 1t is expected that
all other first round games sched-
uled will be cancelled, with the ex-
ception fthose arranged for Fri
day night.
Tonight's Games
Games in the Junior league have
been arranged for tonight as fol-
lows: Falcons VS.. Welles Jrs., Cadets
VS.. Trojans; Wausekas VS. State Five.
Midget League
In the Midget league Friday aft
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-01-26

Future activities will be discussed
by the Gents Of the Hill tonight at
their semi-monthly meeting In the
Community House. Several sugges-
lions for undertakings were made at
previous meetings and committees
will be appointed tonight to make
definite arrangements toward their
realization.
Tonight's session will be especially
interesting for members because ar
rangements have been made for the
APPEARANCE Of a guest speaker. Ford
Flanaga n will entertain with
humorous anecdotes, and in more
serious mood, will acquaint the club
members with some Of the techni-
calities confined to diesel engines.
The meeting will start at 8 o'clock.
Shamrocks Lead
The Shamrocks are still In the
lead Of the st. Francis Xavier Holy
Name as" tournament in spite Of
defeat at the hands Of Jim Cusick's
team in the weekly games at the
parish hall last night. John Bowey's
Sligo Terrors, who dropped back
from their leadership position which
they held a few weeks ago, are run
ming the Shamrocks a close second
and are threatening an early over
haul.
Scores of last nights games were:
James Cusick 80, John Fitzmaurice
81; John Bowey 80, John Phelan 81;
Ray Coughlin "a. Ed O'Donnell 20;
and Ed Hussey "a, Bob McHugh 20.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-01-26
SLADE SUSTAINS
SKULL FRACTURE

Frank Slade, So, Of Al Cooke street,
was in serious condition this after
noon at Waterbury hospital, where
he is under treatment for severe in
juries suffered yesterday after
noon. Slade was struck by a crane
while working irf the tube mill Of
the Chase Metal Works plant In
Waterville.
He has skull fracture and other
injuries. His name is on the danger
list.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-01-26
BETHEL Club

Members Of the Young Mems club
of the BETHEL synagogue will meet
In the auditorium tomorrow evening
at $3.50 o'clock. A program Of bust
ness and a number of special an
nouncements will be features Of the
meeting and all members are urged
to be present.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-01-26
HEARS EVIDENCE

Judge Edward J. Finn today heard
the evidence in the case Of Timothy
Sullivan against Harry Bendell and
others, in which damages are claim
ed for services rendered. Attorney
William K. Lawlor represents the
plaintiff, with Beizer and Beizer
for the defense.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-01-26
RIFLE CLUB HOLDS
"FITZ-LUCK" SHOOT

The Brass City Rife Club, Inc,
will hold a fltz-luck shoot this eve
ming at the Field street Armory at
8 O'Clock, 1t was announced this
morning by Secretary Roy Bristol.
Fun galore is promised as a pro-
gram Of entertainment followed by
refreshments will be offered.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-01-26
LATE REALTY NEWS

Quit Claim
Loren r. Carter to Domenic F.
Castelano, property on the north
side Of ,Briercliff avenue.
Mortgage
jeremiah T. Mccarthy to George
A. Gibson, property on the north
side Of Grand street.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-01-26
Relatives Awaiting
NewsF romF Flood Area
Waterburians Residing in Dangerous SectOr-Mr. and
Mrs. Greenberg UnaccOunted for in Louisville, Ky.

Several Waterburians still worrying today over
the safety Of relatives living in the noodrcken areas Of
the Ohio and Mississippi river valleys while several others
received information that loved safe from the
raging waters. Meantime at least Waterbury man
has been called to aid in the flood relief work He
Joseph Deniks who works with government engineer
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-01-26
Gents Will Discuss
Future Undertakings
Interesting Meeting Slated TOnight-Cusick's "45''
Team Take Fitzmauricemen Into Camp
WASHINGTON HILL NEWS

ernoon the following teams viii par
ticipate: Flashy Five VS.. Lavals: En-
dees VS.. Washington Hill Midgets;
and East End Aces VS.. Falcons.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-01-26

Philippine maker5 of dry ice are
now manufacturing enough to sup
ply the home market.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-01-26
BOMBPROOF BED PERFECTED

Berlin (UP)-A German inventor
has patented "a bomb-proof four
poster bed" at the Reach Patent
Office here.
Worcester Democrat and the ledger-enterprise. (Pocomoke City, Md.) 1921-1953, 1937-09-17
CHURCH IN
EVANCELISTIC SERVICES

The annual series of Evangelistic
Services at the Goodwill Baptist
Church will be conducted this year by
the pastor, Rev. Ernest w. Church,
who will be assisted by Mrs. Jessie
Mccain, of Girdletree, Nd, as special
Gospel Soloist.
These services will commence on
Sunday, October 8, 1887, and will con-
tinue for a week or ten days. Each
evening there will be a song service
commencing at 7:45. Sunday the SER
vices will be held at IL a. M, and
1880 p. m.
It is earnestly desired by those in
charge of this campaign that it be
made a, community event and that
every Christian will assist in, not mere
ly attending, but feel free to take ac-
tive part in assisting in prayer and
praise, also personal endeavor to win
the unsaved to Christ. A cordial in
vitation is extended to all.
Worcester Democrat and the ledger-enterprise. (Pocomoke City, Md.) 1921-1953, 1937-09-17
POTATO GROWERS TO
DECIDE AAA QUESTION

Commercial potato growers of Wor-
cester and Somerset Counties will vote
during the week of September goth as
to whether or not they favor to go
along with the Agricultural Adjust
ment Administration. Through the
AAA program it will be possible for
potato growers to work toward stabi-
lizing acreage and through the Mar
keting Program it will be possible to
provide for orderly selling so as to
get the most out of the potato crop.
If there is sufficient indication that
potato growers want special soil-de-
plotting goal for potatoes, provisions
will be made in the 1888 program.
Ballots will be sent out from the
County Agents office to all potato
growers to be marked as to whether
or not they are in favor of establish
ing a potato acreage goal in connec-
ton with 1888 Agricultural Conserva-
ton Program. Farmers are request
ed to sign and return these at once.
Worcester Democrat and the ledger-enterprise. (Pocomoke City, Md.) 1921-1953, 1937-09-17
RESOLUTIONS OF RESPECT
FOR DR.. B. MASSEY

WHEREAS, it pleased Almighty
God to call from duty to his reward,
DR.. Bradford Massey, Commander of
Worcester Post No. SO, and Vice. Com
mander Of the South Eastern Shore
District, on August 8, 1887, and
WHEREAS, Comrade Massey has
served the American Legion and his
country with honor and distinction to
and his comrades in the
American Legion
THEREFORE, BE 1T RESOLVED,
that the Department of Maryland in
Convention assembled at Hagerstown,
August 4th to 7th, inclusive,
does express it's deep sense of loss
and extends to the bereaved family
sincere sympathy and coincidence, and
BE 1T FURTHER RESOLVED,
that a copy of this resolution be
spread upon the minutes of the Con-
vsntion and copy sent to the widow
of Comrade Massey.
Worcester Democrat and the ledger-enterprise. (Pocomoke City, Md.) 1921-1953, 1937-09-17
FIELD DAY TO
FEATURE WILD
LIFE In COUNTY
Purpose To Give Sportsmen And
General Public Ideas On
Game Protection

Plans are practically completed for
holding Field Day, featuring wild
life on the Eastern Shore Project of
the Farm Security Administration
formerly Resettlement Administra-
tion). This project, with headquar-
tiers in Salisbury, consists of nearly
5000 acres of submarginal land in Wi
comico and Worcester Counties, about
400 of which is devoted to wildlife.
This program has been carried out
under the supervision of Kenneth A.
Wilson, Game Specialist in the Region
al Office, New Haven, and Ernest A.
Vaughn, Game Specialist in the Pro-
ject Office in Salisbury.
The purpose of this Field Day is to
give the sportsmen and general public
on the Eastern Shore Of Maryland and
Delaware an opportunity to find out
what can and has been done in the
propagation and protection Of wild
life when the work has been properly
planned and supervised by trained
and qualified Game Specialists. At
the same time visitors from distance
can become acquainted with the wild
life possibilities on the Eastern Shore.
People expecting to make the tour
will meet at the Municipal Park on
East Main Street in Salisbury at $3.50
next Monday morning September 20.
There will be two stops in Site IL
Wicomico County, and three stops in
Site Worcester County. Lunch will
be served at noon at Milbourne Land
ing, located on the west bank of the
Pocomoke River about half way be-
tween Snow Hill and Pocomoke.
1t is also expected that there will
be many prominent visitors from the
Eastern Shore. There will be a few
short talks at Melbourne Landing af-
ter lunch. The entire tour will be
under the direction Of Ernest A.
Vaughn and it is hoped that everyone
interested in wildlife and who can do
so will spend at least part of the day
on the project.
Worcester Democrat and the ledger-enterprise. (Pocomoke City, Md.) 1921-1953, 1937-09-17
LESSON SERMON AT
CHURCHES OF CHRIST

Matter" will be the subject of the
Lesson-Sermon in all Churches of
Christ, Scientist, on Sunday, Septem-
Der 10.
The Golden Text will be from Lev.
19:4-"Turn We not, unto idols, nor
make to yourselves molten gods;
am the Lord your God"
Among the citations comprising the
Lesson-Sermon will be the following
from the Bible-Matt. 6:24-"No man
can serve two masters, for either he
will hate the one, and love the other;
or else he will hold to the one, and de-
spise the other. Ye cannot serve God
and mamman."
The Lesson-Sermon also will include
passages from the Christian Science
textbook, Science and Health with
Key to the Scriptures" by Mary Bak-
err Eddy, among which is the following,
page 214-"We bow down to matter,
and entertain finite thoughts of God
like the pagan idolator. Mortals are
inclined to fear and obey what they
consider material body more than
they do a spiritual God"
Services: Sunday, IL a. M, Odd Fell
lows Hall, Pocomoke.
Worcester Democrat and the ledger-enterprise. (Pocomoke City, Md.) 1921-1953, 1937-09-17
FIRST ANNUAL
FLOWER SHOW
in SALISBURY
To Be Held In The ArmOry On
September Twenty-Third
And Twenty-FOurth

The residents of Wicomico County
are having a First Annual Fall Flow
er Show in the Armory at Salisbury
September 90 and "a. The Show
which is something new in this section
is being sponsored by the Wicomicc
Garden Club. Flower lovers of the
entire Peninsula are expected to at
tend.
There will be classes for Dahlias
Cosmos, Asters (hardy and annually
Roses, Snapdragons, Zinnias, Gladi-
olus, Marigolds, Delphiniums, Nastur-
tiums, and Gourds, also ten classes
for arrangements.
Mr.. Nelson Fritz is preparing an
exhibit to show the work of the State
Foresters.
All kinds of Gladiolus will be dis
played by Mr.. Higgins of the Glad
Farm near Easton. This display re-
quires thirty feet of space.
Local artists under the leadership
of Miss Dorothy Mitchell and Mrs. G.
M. Freeman are planning an exhibit
of their work which will attract con-
siderable attention.
Mrs. Lee Webster Selfe has con.
scented to conduct a Garden Center
where she and her helpers will answer
questions about planting and growing
Perennials.
Several prizes will be given for the
greatest number of points in various
classes and the Club is giving silver
cup as Sweepstakes prize.
The Show will be open to the public
from 800 P. M. to 900 P. M. on the
23rd and from 1000 A. M. to 500 P.
M. on the oath.
Worcester Democrat and the ledger-enterprise. (Pocomoke City, Md.) 1921-1953, 1937-09-17

AUTO ACCIDENT
NEAR STOCKTON
Elton (Dick) Jones Killed On
Road Between Stockton And
George Island Landing
CORONER'S JURY CHARGES
UNKNOWN CAR DRIVER

The automobile continues to take
it's toll of human lives, and Worcester
Co., adds one to the list. Early Mon
day morning came news tip from
Stockton that Elton (Dick) Jones was
the victim of a hit-and-run auto ac-
cident, and his body was found lying
in the rain on the roadside between
Stockton and George Island. A cor
oner's jury decided he was the victim
of the deadly juggernaut of highway.
The jurymen, reused from their beds
by Magistrate Fred A. Culver, of Ber-
lin, rendered an open verdict, holding
that Jones met his death from being
struck by an automobile, it's driver un-
known.
A passing motorist reported finding
Jones' body in the road about 1000
p. M. Sunday night. It was not rain
ing at that time.
State Officer Edward Danenhower
went to the scene. Not far from
Jones' BODY was the body OF dog,
apparently a second victim of the
death machine.
Danenhower said indications were
the car was going toward George Is
land Landing. DR.. F. s. Waesche and
DR.. John D. Dickerson said Jones died
of fractured skull.
The body was carried to Stockton
for burial.
Jones was the son of Mr.. and Mrs.
Joseph Jones, of Stockton. He former
ly was an employee of Clarence Trader,
Stockton utilities operator who was
shot to death in his home and whose
wife, charged with numbering him,
died before she was to have stood
trial.