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The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-05-03
Republican Weather
 Prevails Polls To
 Stay Open Until 7
67I Visit Machines Up to lO:3O O'Clock This MOrn- ' -BOrOug1's Debt Cut Sl4,344 in Past Fiscal
 Year-IIinOis Doctor Speaks Here Tonight
NAUGATUcK
Wrn. J. Baxter COrrespOndent-PhOne Naugatuck 35-;

sewers. ...
 The report on the borough court, made by John M. Sutherland clerk, shows receipts of $4,014.59 and dis bursements, not including pay for the court officials of $2,496.36. A total of $1,27l.93 was paid to the borough treasurer and there was $246.30 cash on hand on March 31, this year. There was total of $2,908.41 collected in court fines and costs and the probation officer col lected $1,060.33 more.
 The sum of $l,56647 was paid over to the motor vehicle depart ment and officers fees, witnesses fees etc. amounted to $537.30 with office expense, travel, supplies, in- vestigation, etc. totaling $330.99, There were 70 placed on proba- tion and 10 cases were settled in the | juvenile court, Mrs. Edna c. Fenni- man, probation officer, reports. A total of $2,263. .82 of wages collected and expended for probationers' families is reported, this bein non- support cases.
 | 4OWI1 AIC1h AOOlO kONl111CA OAs 4C~ ported 526 dogs registered here from April 1, 1886 of March 31, 1887 of which 523 were males and spay- ed females and three were non- spayed females. There were 700 tags received and 537 used with $883. .67 received for dog licenses fees. A total of $1,13398 was collected and $925.16 was paid to Anthony E. Mar iano, treasurer. There was $208.82 cash on hand in this department on March 31.
 Old Age Assistance Tax Collector James Brennan reported total of $24,66O collected in suchc taxes.
 No personal taxes were collected the past fiscal year.
 Speaks Tonight
 President Theodore w. Anderson of Chicago, Illinois will speak to- night at 8 o'clock at large regional meeting in the Bethany Congrega- tional church. The pastor of the local church will be in charge Of the service.
 Dr. Anderson, who is virtual bi- shop of the 437 churches of the Evangelical Mission Covenant of America and its 450 pastors, is con- ducting short speaking itinerary through the eastern states, with stops at Boston. Naugatuck, New York city and Washington, D. c. Since the service tonight is his only appearance in the state, delegations i from most of the Swedish Congre- gational church groups of Connecti- cut will be present.
 President Anderson is well known to the local group through his popu- lar platform addresses given at the annual Young Peoples Conference at Cromwell, where he has appeared intermittently as speaker over long period of years. Notices are being circulated that he is one of the principal speakers at this con- vention to be held this summer in July.
 In the service tonight music will be rendered by the male sextet of the Hillside. avenue church under the direction of Roy M. Johnson.
Evening star., 1937-10-19
Columbia Opera Surprises
With Excellent Voices
"Cavalleria" and "Pagliacci"
Reveal Singers of
Great Promise.
BY ALICE EvERSMAN.

The Columbia modesty this
and gave the Rialto
perennial
Pagacci But beyond announcing
this city has
Evening star., 1937-10-19

fully equal vocally to the demands Of
her part. but in her acting was less
successful in stressing the psychology
which forms the basis of the story.
Particular praise should be given
to Edwin Steffe, who last night made
his operatic debut in the role Of
Silvio. With his performance he def
nitely stepped from the place of con-
cert singer. in which he was popular
with the local public, to that of an
artist in the broader field of opera.
His fine baritone brought out the
beautiful melodies allotted to Silvio in
very special way. getting more out
of the music than most Silvios can
essay. He was perfectly At home on
the stage. unhampered in his move
ments and forceful in his entire delin-
cation.
The company's weakest points are
the chorus and orchestra. Umberto
Mugnai, musical director, by sheer
force of will power and experience,
held the orchestra together and made
as much as was humanity possible
of an unequally balanced ensemble.
Doubtless with more rehearsing, the
volume will be better adjusted and the
tonal quality improved. At any rate,
the company's season began auspi-
ciously and promises to be an inter
esting one. This evening "Rigoletto"
will be given.
Evening star., 1937-10-19

need to have as its first lesson in the
lyric drama, and long list of princi-
pal singers. there was no mention of
the fine quality of voices that were
to make their debut here.
This was the very pleasant surprise
of the evening and so great was the
pleasure at hearing really outstanding
vocal equipment that it transcribed
any of the small defects which the
performance may have carried. For
the Rialto Theater is not. any more
than Constitution Hall. proper place
for the correct staging of opera, in
spite of its otherwise extremely COM
Portable surroundings. The stage.
while sufficiently wide, is not deep
enough to allow free movement of
the singers nor the proper scenery.
Just enough properties could be set
up to give the necessary background
to the story. but the action lost some
Of its fine points because of lack of
accessories.
But aside from this. the performance
was as spirited one as could be
desired 1t carried the real flavor of
opera even if in cruder form than
patrons Of the Metropolitan are accus-
toned TO. And that there is public
so starved for opera and anxious to
hear it that it will turn out in droves,
was again apparent as at the perform
ance last week in Constitution Hall
What they received in return and for
the price paid was an excellent per-
formance by singers with real operatic
voices.
"Cavalleria" is comparatively
simple score If one has in mind Wag-
ner and some of the more modern
works, but 1t is full of pitfalls and
deadly monotony if not properly pre-
sented. It needs strong. vital voices.
first of all, and these we're found in
the persons of Elda Ercole, the San
tuzza, and Mario Palermo as Turiddu
Both have freshness. dramatic color
and power of a kind to stand the
excessive demands of the music and
still retain musical quality. Mr..
dlCl IlIO = lCllOi Id LliCAlOW oiitk tlA6iiASs
in spite of its size. and the soprano
Of Miss Ercole, if less rounded. is of
equally striking character. In both
arias and the dramatic duet. the sing
ers made a decided impression on the
audience. Catherine Logan has one
Of the best voices ever cast for Mama
Lucia" and Gretchen Haller and JEFF
frey Gould we're adequate as Lola
and Alto. Histronically, the cast did
fairly well, with occasionally an out
standing moment for each Of the
principals.
X X 4 x
The interest in "Pagliacci' centers
chiefly around the characters of Canio
and Tonic. In the latter, another find
was disclosed in the splendid baritone
of Alfredo Chigi, for whom still
greater triunlphs can be predicted
than even his success of last evening
1t is a voice seemingly without limit
as to range. and free and resonant
throughout its compass. John Chick
ering as Canio was not well cast,
having neither the dramatic ability
nor the voice to put over that tragic
role. Loretta Yer Valen as Media was
Evening star., 1937-10-19
Nomad Schools Planned.

Lapland is to have system Of
schools suited to the wanderings OF
its people. according to Stockholm,
Sweden, reports. After hundreds of
years without education the country,
lying half in and half out of the Arctic
Circle across Northern Europe, is to
be educated Schools are to be di-
vided into three groups, town school,
Winter school and Summer school,
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-12-23

A large crowd is expected to at- tend the first annual Joint Christ. mas party of the younger societies of Sk Joseph's church tonight at Q O'clOck. in the st. Joseph's school rooms on Congress avenue. Final arrangements for the event were completed at Q meeting of the coYn- Enittee in the school rooms last night.
 The Holy Name rooms, the scene o3 the party, were attractlvely dec- nrated with holly, laurel and other ChristnlAs foliage and colors. A large, well.lighted Christmas tree was set up at one end Of the room with other colorful lighting at other sections. Seating has been arranged In large circles in order to accom-. lnodate the crowd expected and for tho presentation of the evenings program.
 santa Claus will supervise the presentation of gifts. Refreshments will be served, carols sung and games played. Entertainment will be provided.
 One small gift. plus Q small con- trihution for expenses, will be the only admission charge. Those at- tending may bring special gifts for friends. The gifts will be opened be- fore the gathering. Guests will in- clude: Rev. Joseph J. Valantiejus, Rev. Benedict r. 0auranskas and Rev. A. Edward 0radeck.
 John P. Qreblunas, president of the Holy Name society. will be master of ceremonies. He is also chairman of the committee in charge of the affair, assisted by Miss Hed- wiga Stulginskas, Esther Loksa, Vim cent Brazis. George Adomaitis, Peter Romanauslsas, Vincent Klimas, Mickelina Vaicus, Alexander J. Aleksis, Adele Lusas, Paul Roman ausckaS and Julius Viliciauskas.
 0oups to be represented at to- nights party include the Children of Mary sodality, the Holy Name society, the Knights of Lithuania club, the junior and senior St. Joe seph's choirs and the Lithuanian Catholic Students. The party will be the first joint Christmas celebration m the history or tne pariSns
 Banquet Jan. lS
 More than 300 persons will be served at the 46th annual banquet of the Lithuanian Citizens Political club Saturday evening, Jan. IS, at Venta hall. The affair always at- tracted . capacity attendance and will begin at 8:30 o'clock, ending ct dawn.
 William Jokubonis, president of tho L.C.P.O. is honorary chairman of the committee on arrangements, assisted by John Yesulevich, An- thony LaHdauskas, Etanley Voket- tis and Alex Zabelskas.
 The principal speakers will be Mayor Frank Hayes, Supt. of Police William J. Roach and many leading Lithuanian professional men of the state.
 Members of the committee today made known that attractive decora- tions are planned for both the upper and lower portions of the hall. The
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-12-23
WEATHER RUNNING
 SKATING AT PARKS
Officials Obliged 10 Post Warnings to Discourage
 Adventurous Youths

Yes, there is no skating at the parks of Waterbury today. Tn fact. with the upward bounce of the lner- cury the last couple of days, there may not be safe ice over the holiday weekend, 1t appeared.
 Warm weather and the prediction of either snow or rain, indicated that Waterbury will fail to have the white" Christmas which, in the memory of old-timers, added to the Yuletide season holiday aspect.
 Radios may blare, Jingle Bells '' but the weather bureaus are adamant concerning the probability of weather conducive to a real snow- storm.
 There have been a couple of days of good skating at some of the parks the first of the week, then yesterday, the Fulton park pond was ruled out, the Washington park ponds, and finally, yesterday after noon. Hamilton park joined the areas where skating was banned be- cause of the softened ice.
 The department requires ice be- tween five and one-half and six inches thick at Fulton park be- cause the natural pond is deep. Al the artificial ponds in the other parks, four and one-hauf inches is considered a safe thickness.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-12-23
ICITY EMPLOYES
 DENIED CLAIMS
Injured at Work Seek Fur
 ther Compensation, Petitions Dismissed 1

CompensatiOn COmmissiOnex James M. Lynch today dismissed two claims against the city Of Wa~ terbury, based on injuries suffered during employment. Tn one casS 1t was the opinion of pr. Andrew Jackson that if the complainant re turned to work his ailments would disappear.
 Bernard Henry of S23 North Main street was injured October 27 and received compensation to November II. He claimed his disability was not completed, however, end sought further payments. The injury was to his side, and caused his spine to arch forward, according to pr. Jack- son.
 The other dismissal was that in the case of Rafael Rosa of 0l Spring street, who was injured Sep- tember 3, and received compensas ton to November I6. His injury was to the leg.
 The following agreements in which compensation will be paid weekly during the period of total disability were filed and approved:
 Hadley Furniture company and Rec Fleury, 140 South Main street, decorations to the ankle, $8 begi1- ming Oct. 29.
 Joseph DeMichiel & Brothers and John Scarmano of Torrington, toe fracture, $l7.13 beginning Oct. 10.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-12-23

Voices raised in traditional carols will be heard about the city tonlor- row night as Waterbury welcomes Christmas Eve and prepares for the arrival of Christmas Day. The shop ping district was crowded today, as hundreds left their homes to make late purchases; Stores will be open till Q o'clock tonight, and till 9 o'clock tomorrow night, when clerks, wearied from the rush of the last few weeks, can leave their posts to rest Saturday and Sunday.
 Tn Waterville, there will be corn- munity singing of Christmas carols at the Christmas tree in Waterville park at 6:30 o'clock. The quartet of the ladies' auxiliary, Casper Da- wis post, American Legion, will lead the singing, in which students of the Sprague school and members of the community will take part.
 The Chase Park chorus of 60 voices will meet late tomorrow aft- ernoon to begin a enrolling tour. The group will sing first at the Christmas tree on the grounds of the Blessed Sacrament church, then visit st. Mary's and Waterbury hos. pitals, Notre Dame Academy. and will conclude by offering group of carols at the Christmas tree on the green. The WPA band will accom- pany the singers, who are directed by Miss Eleanor Culhane.
 Dealers in Christmas trees today reported a heavy demand for the evergreens. A number of stores re- ported being sold out, and unable to secure new shipments of trees. Christmas tree lights and decora- tions were going like hotcakes in the downtown stores.
 Hundreds of local families will re- ceive Christmas baskets and gifts tomorrow from welfare agencies, veterans organiza tions, churches, hospitals and fraternal groups. The city's needy will receive gifts of food and clothing, with candy and toys for the youngsters.
 Students in local public and pa-
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-12-23
.LEOPOLD'S PLEA
 STILL ON FILE
Lifer Seeks New Trial, But Case Is Not Ready
 For Hearing

still on files of the Connectcuti supreme court errors is the habeas corpus action of Louis N. Leopold, of this city, who Is serving Q life term in Wethersfield state prison for, causing the deaths of two chil- dren in an incendiary fire.
 An attempt to have the case rec moved from the docket was fore- stalled recently when members of tho Leopold family appeared and impressed upon the jurors that they would do all possible to press the action. Financial conditions, are the main set-backs.
 Leopold seeks new trial, claim ing he was placed in double jeo- pardy" ct the trial which ended in his conviction. At the present time the case has not been printed and is not ready for hearing. States Attorney Lawrence l.. Lewis of this city and his assistant William B. Fitzgerald appear for the state in all hearings pertaining to Leopold.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-12-23
Liberty Lodge

Impressive ceremonies were Wit. messed at Masonic Temple last night at which time Harold B. Post was inducted master of Lib- erty Lodge, Ancient Free and Accepted Masons. The installing officials were Charles w. Kellogg and walter L. Wood. During the ceremonies the past masters jewell and apron were presented to Edward D. Heinman by Rob- ert 0. Smith, and plans for the observance of the lodge 20th aIl- niversary on February 20th were discussed tentatively.
 Other officers installed last night were: Senior warden, Fred- erick B. Williams; junior warden. Earl A. Samson; treasurer, Clar- ence w. Slater: secretary, Walter A. Smethurst; senior deacon, Merwin Main: junior reacon. Ed- win V. Erbe; senior steward, Herbert c. Pinter: marshal, Ed- win A. Wells; chaplain, Edward D. Heinman: and organist, Roy w. BerOns
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-12-23
FRATERNAL NEWS
Winona Rebekah

Mrs. Mabel Bachmann was elected noble grand of the Winona Rebekah Lodge of odd Fellows uring the semi annual meeting of the unit held last night at the organization hall. Mrs. Bachmann is also president of the Waterbury Business and Profess sional Women's Club.
 Other officers elected / were: Vice. grand, Mrs. Edith Loether; recording secretary, Mrs. Agnes Finlay; financial secretary, Mrs. Grace Richard; treasurer, Mrs. Elizabeth Manville; trustees, Mrs. Lettie Flood, Mrs. Nellie Hayward and William Wood. The slate will be installed Jan. 12.
 Members on the arrangements committee for the annual New Years Eve party to be given joint- ly with Nosahogan and Townsend lodges are Mrs. Bachmann, chair man; Mrs. Anna Crose, Mrs. Anna Book, Mrs. Kate Matthews and Mrs. Grace Pichard.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-12-23
COURT ORLANDO
 ENJOYS SOCIAL
Mrs. Frances MantigIia Renamed Chief Ranger at
 Party Last Night

Mrs. Frances Mantiglia was re- elected chief ranger of Court Or- lando, Independent Order of ForeS- ters, at the annual meeting of the chapter which preceded Cchrist- mas party last night at suozzo's Grill.
 Others elected include vice-chief- ranger, Nellie Paono; recording sec retary, Eleanor Hayden; financial secretary, Mrs. Josephine Orlando; treasurer, Gertrude LaRusso; audi tor, Mrs. Louise Chieho; senior woorward, Edward Colucci; junior woodward, Anna CEano; senior bea- de, Mrs. Edith Barber: and junior beadle, Felix Nardello.
 Herman Harty, Connecticut deputy, was honored guest at the Christmas party at which time gifts were distributed to all and later sent to the children's ward at the Waterbury Hospital. Carol singing by the group was enjoyed and re- treatments served. Nils Marjorie B. Caputo provided the piano ac- compartment, assisted by Louis Chieffo, violinist.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-12-23
OPEN COMPETITIVE
 EXAMINATIONS SET

The United States Civil Service Commission has announced open competitive examinations as follows:
 Junior tabulating machine opera. tor, $l,44O a year; alphabetic ac. counting machine operator, $i,44O Q year.
 Inspector of railway signaling and train control, $500 year, Inter- state Commerce Commission.
 Mathematical statistical analyst, and senior, associate and assistant mathematical statistical analysts. $2,600 to $4,60o year, Soil Consers vation Service.
 Information may be obtained from the secretary of the U. 8. Civil Ser. vice Board of Examiners at the post office.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-12-23
Court Fruitful Vine

Daniel Meek was elected chief ranger during the annual meeting of Court Fruitful Vine, Order of Foresters, held last night at the lodge hall. The meeting was fol-
 lowed with a social period.
 Other officers chosen were: sub- chief ranger, Edward Hay; senior woodward, John McQuade; junior warden, Guy winston; senior bea- de, Ralph Sheldrick; junior bea- de, Richard Storey: financial sec- retary, Joseph Mackay; treasurer James Barr; recording secretary, James Littlejohn; physician, pr. E. II. Johnson; trustee William Bowers; sick committeeman George Pennington, and pianist, William Bowers.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-12-23
CATHOLIC LEAGUE
 ENTERTAINS 100

The League of the Sacred Heart of Our Lady of Lourdes' church held its annual Christmas party at the parish hall last evening. Over a hundred members attended. A grab bag was held after which songs were enjoyed.
 The committee consisted of Mrs. Vincent Mastroianni, president, as- sisted by the Mrs. c. Colocchio. Mrs. Petro, Mrs. Marzucca and the Misses Gertrude and Margaret Guerrari, Marge Marzucca, Jennie Deloia and c. Vanni.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-12-23
IDEAL GIFT FAILS
 AS BUSINESS PLUG
Fair Sex Suddenly Show Lack of Interest in
 Buying Licenses

False demand for the new 1888 hunting and fishing licenses appar- ently developed ct the office of the town clerk yesterday when indica- tions were that many Q Waterbury miss was giving the permits to the "boy friend" for Christmas. There were, in fact, eight such presents" and the office force expected a real- ly good-sized furry of sales.
 But today the market on fishing and hunting licenses, $3.35 each, was definitely on the "bear" side. Only Q few hardened enthusiasts of the open spaces came in to get their annual permits, and that failed to spark the romantic spirit of Christmas giving, so far as the office staff was concerned.
 The market is far under last years, 1t was remarked. Whether this is due to the business recess sion," the employees were not able to say.
 Shipbuilders of Belfast, Northern Yenlavs rav%0yk that ApSinre far Yunr-
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-12-23
Zindah Grotto

During the regular business meet ing of Zindah Grotto held last night at the chapter quarters on Bank street, announcement was forth. coming of an official visit by Grand Monarch Hildebrandt discussed for his entertainment with the tenta. tive arrangement, a dinner ct the Elton at which he will be guest of honor.
 The annual Children's Christmas party followed the meeting with all of the youngsters receiving gifts. Refreshments were served and en- tertainment enjoyed.
 Included on the program or en- tertainment werei Welcome ad- dress by John Herbert Wenzel; reel. tations by Shirley Miller, Clifford Slater, Jr., Betty Slater. Marilyn Miller and Irving Wilson; duet, Fitz- patrick sisters; tap dance, Barbara Rogers; and Christmas carols by the group.
 The committee arranging the af- fair included Mrs. Irene Slater, Mrs. Elizabeth Wenzel, Mrs. Pauline Slater, Mrs. Lillian Pear son, Mrs. Anna German, Mrs. cora Rose and Mrs. Mary Clyne.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-12-23
Joint Celebration
 To Be Held Tonight
St. JOseph's Societies to Sponsor Christmas Enter-
 tainment Featuring Exchange of Gifts
BROOKLYN NEWS

program will open with dancing to the music of the Merry Makers or- chestre followed ct 10.30 with Q
 mardi-gras and grand march, the latter to be led by Mayor Hayes. After the march the guests will ad- journ to the lower hall for Q chick en dinner prepared by John Archie and served by corps Of assistants. Dancing will be renewed after the speaking.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-12-23
Myrtle Temple

Mrs. Clara Thomas was chosen most excellent chief of Myrtle Temple, Pythian Sisters during the annual meeting of the society held last night ct Epeedwell hall. Mrs. Thomas succeeds Mrs. Fan. mic Clark.
 Ohers named were: Excellent senior, Mrs. Pauline Miles; excel. lent junior, Mrs. Lillian Chandler; manager, Mrs. Margaret Cooper; treasurer, Mrs. Bertha Northrop; secretary, Mrs. Viola Schroederi press correspondent, Mrs. Chand. Ter; trustees, Mrs. Ida Maer and Mrs. Minnie Burdick, and state representative, Mrs. Schroeder. The officers will be installed next month with officers of Speedwell lodge, Knights of Pythias.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-12-23
Sheridan Council

Officers were elected and plans formulated for the coming year at last nights meeting of Sheri- dan circle, Order of Foresters, which took place at the lodge hall.
 Included 0n the slate are the following: Chief ranger, Mrs. william Carew, ST.; sub-chief Mrs. Louis James; woodward, Mrs. Elizabeth Mclean; beadle, Mrs. Elizabeth Carew; treasurer, Mrs. Helen Turner.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-12-23
BANKRUPTCY

The Brass City Paper company of this city has filed voluntary Q bank ruptcy petition with the United states district court. The company. dealing in wholesale groceries and paper, is represented by the law firm, Mascolo, Mcknight and Dauch.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-12-23
Stores Remain Open
 Until Nine Tonight
Shopping District Crowded Today With Late Pur-
 chasers- Carol Singing to Be Featured Tomorrow

rochial schools began their Christ mas holidays today. Grammar school students began their winter recess at noon, while high school students ended their sessions late this morning.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-12-23
AWARDS CONTRACT

Washington, Dec. 23-(UP)-The navy today announced award of contract for e, ,29o ,538 for the pure chase of 2l naval patrol bombing planes from the Glenn L. Martin O.. of Baltimore, Md.