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The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1937-10-01

sing criticism" than working for
employees President George
Warren advises loyalty as mem
bership is sound at heart" and
national officers can be changed
If desired.
Want Rebutt0L
Civil Service Commission off
cials have requested an employe
union leader to prepare an article
Of rebuttal against alleged incor-
rect statements in the press con-
corning retirement.
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Putting on "The Bite"

Another bite will be taken from
the A. F. G. E. by the c. I. O.'s Gov
eminent union, it appears, as a re-
suit of the meeting scheduled by
Interior Lodge No. IS tonight in
the auditorium of the North In
terror Building to allow members
to decide if they wish to retain a
charter.
About 80 Of the lodges $50 mem.
berS desire to pull out and, join
the U. F. w. A. and will prob
ably do so . The meeting really
won't mean anything, as A. F:
G. E. national office has already
announced No. 35's charter will be
continued with loyal members as
a nucleus Convention Dele
gate Kenneth Meiklejohn charges
the A. F. G. E. is "machine-con-
rrolled in which officials are
more concerned with maintaining
their own positions and suppress
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Te0d Leads off

Peter Keplinger, Forest Service
personnel chief. reports rapid en-
rollment in the course Of admin
istrative management which Agri-
culture Secretary wallace COM
missioned him to conduct under
auspices of the graduate school
He adds, there is no inten.
ton to prohibit members Of other
departments from taking this
course, however, and we will admit
them as long as we have room for
them" First lecture today at
S p. m. in Aggie South Building
Auditorium, will be delivered by
DR.. Ordway Tread, past president
of the Society FOR Advancement Of
Management Registration can
be effected at auditorium.
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u. S. POpularette

Federal popularette:
Mrs. Grace B. Ware, East Falls
Church, Va, whose personality and
ready smile have earned her many
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Glass Still Working

David R. Glass, national char
ter president, wishes all A. F. g. E.
lodges who haven't submitted
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Old Summertime" and The Bird
On Nellie's Hat" to such classic
melodies as "In the Evening By
the Moonlight" and "SilVer
Threads Among the Gold"
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-05-29
WPA Payrolls Total
 $1,182,385 For April
l9,O9O Persons in Connecticut Aided During Month of
 April-Largest Group on Highway Projects

Payrolls totaling $3O6,S7s were issued to WPA security wage earn CTS employed on highway, road and street projects in Connecticut dur ing April, State Works Progress Administrator Vincent J. Sullivan announced Saturday. Total payrolls for the month amounted to $1,182,- 1885 in this state, distributed among 18,O90 persons.
 While the largest group of WPA employees has, since inauguration of this federal work relief program, been assigned to highway road and street projects, the installation and repair of sewer systems has also f1g- ured prominently in the WPA pro- gram. The paving phase of the pro- gram employed 4,952 workers in April, MT. Sullivan reported, while 3,6ll men were assigned to sewer system projects and received during the month of April payrolls totaling $2is,864. Public building projects during April employed l,497 men and their payrolls amounted to $114,534 while 591 persons were en- ployed on flood control and con- servation projects at g total wage cost of $40619. Those engaged in work on sanitation and health pro- jects. according to MT. 6ullivans report. numbered sos persons whose
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-05-29
|CTTY OBSERVES
 HOLIDAY PLANS
Banks, Factories, Library, Schools Close for HOIi-
 day Observance

Business in the city of Waterbury will be at a standstill, practically, Monday when the official observ- ance of Memorial Day takes place. Stores throughout the city will be closed, the Merchants Bureau of the Chamber of Commerce announced. Factories will also suspend opera tions but will reopen on Tuesday morning.
 The city of Waterbury's various departments will suspend operations with but a few exceptions. The fire and police departments will func- ton as usual and an emergency crew will be on duty at the street, Water and Sewer Department office
 Schools Close
 Schools will be closed Monday but will reopen Tuesday. The deliv- cry of mail on Monday will be sus- pended, both city and rural. All windows in the post office will also be closed. The revenue office, like wise, will be shut for the day as will the local office of the Connecti- cut employment office.
 Tho Silas Bronson Library and all its branches will be closed on Monday in observance of Memorial Day. The Democrat will not be pulp lished Monday, either.
 Extra Police
 The police department took steps today to handle the heavy traffic over the weekend. Sup erintendent of Police William J. Roach ordered extra men to traffic duty at all important street inter- sections throughout the city. Prin- cipal food markets will be closed Monday and today an extra rush on these places of business was report ed.
 Local florists reported a very heavy demand for flowers and mon- ument concerns here and nearby stated that the call for headstones was the heaviest in years.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-05-29
BANKER BAKER IS
 RUSHED TO PORT

Honolulu, T. H., May 29.-UP).- George F. Baker, New York f1nan- cier, seriously i'll of peritonitis, ar- rived here on his yacht, The Viking, at 11:35 p. m. Honolulu time Friday (6:05 a. m. EDT. todaD after race against death from the South Seas. The U. S. coast guard cutter Roger B. Fancy escorted The Viking into port. Two doctors were in attend ance, pr. J. A. Newell, an eye specialist who was transferred at sea early in the week from the Can- adian liner, Niagara, after the yacht fleshed call by rdio for i'd, nd Dr. D. J. zaugg of the coast guard service, who was sent out from Honolulu aboard the cutter Roger B. Fancy.
 Dr. Newell performed an emer- gency operation on the chairman of the board of the First National Bank of New York, and peritonitis developed after the operation. Dr. Zaugg was rushed out to sea Thurs day night in response ot a second distress call, asking for a surgeon, serum and equipment for a blood transfusion. After an examination Dr. zaugg decided transfusion was not necessary immediately. A trained nurse also was aboard the Viking, Miss D. A. Jackson who was on the liner Niagara and trans ferred to the yacht with Dr. Newell.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-05-29
CONN. POWER CO.,
 REPORTS GAIN
Quarterly Div. of 62H Cents Per Share Pay-
 able on June I

Gross earnings of the Connecticut Power company for the first quarter of 1887 showed an increase of $167,- 900 over the corresponding period of 1936, according to a statement by Viggo E. Bird, president of the company, inclosed with the regular quarterly dividend checks of 621s cents per share, mailed today to stockholders of record May IS and payable June 1.
 The increased business reflected in the gain in earnings during the first three months of the year came from sales of electricity and gas to all classes of customers, especially to commercial customers and to other electrical corporations, MT. Bird said. At the same time, oper- ating expenses and taxes increased by $77,600 during the quarter, off, setting the gain in gross revenues to some extent. The increase in eX- penses was due for the most part to greater power requirements and the rise in taxes was largely caused by federal social security taxes which began the first of the pres ent year.
 Gains in gross earnings consider ably overshadowed the increased operating expenses and taxes, how ever, so that the company's bal ance available for reserves, divi- dends and surplus showed an im- provement of l5 per cent as com pared with the same period last year. The balance accruing at the close of the first three months of operation this year was $684, .03 against $592, ,635.09 on the corre- spending date year ago.
 Total gross earnings for January, February, and March were $1,812,- 730.80 and total operating expenses and taxes were $1,095, ,59946, leav- ing net earnings of $717,131.34 which after deduction of interest and other charges amounting to $32,- S42.31 left the balance noted above.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-05-29

Police Superintendent William J. Roach today urged motorists to ex- ercise extreme care in driving to- morrow and Monday if they wish to avoid accidents. Pointing out that annually there are many se- rious accidents over the Memorial day holiday, he stated: If the op- orators of all cars will try their ut most to be as careful as humanly possible their chances of becoming involved in serious accidents will become less and the loss of life from motor vehicle accidents on this hol- iday will be greatly reduced"
 No Fatal Mishaps
 Pointing out that Waterbury has not had a fatal accident since March 30 and that the accident rate here has been materially reduced, the superintendent said: Tt is our de- sire to make our city safe place to live for all. We are putting all our effort into motor vehicle safety work to try to eliminate all the causes from which a frequency of accidents occur, but we can not do this alone. We must have the com- plete cooperation of the people in our city. Not only the pedestrian but the motorist can aid us if he will only remember that he has to see, hear, feel and think for the vehicle he drives as it has no brains. National statistics show that only IS per cent of accidents result from mechanical defects in vehicles, while the other 85 per cent result from the carelessness and negligence of the driver"
 Accidents Reduced
 A steady campaign by the police orpidept cnIIad f0r 0hcnrVa Ocp 0f all
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-05-29
1O2nd Infantry

The honor of being the neatest and most soldierly appearing member of Go. E, 102nd infantry, Connecticut National Guard, went to Corp, Edward Conway last night at the annual competitive drill of the dance of the company at the state armory. The judges were Major Newton Alexander and Lieut.. William Carroll.
 Private Thomas Kenney was selected as best-drilled man, with Corp. Louis Ritucci second. A squad directed by Corp. Louis Catanna of the second platoon was adjudged the best-drilled.
 The Chatfield Guard association medal for sharpshooting was pre- sented to Lieut.. Frederick c. Non- amaker. The presentation was made by Lieut. .-Col William J. Shanahan, acting for President John Stanley of the Chatfield Guard Veterans association.
 More than 200 members of the Chatfield Guard and their friends enjoyed dancing after the drill. Dance music was played by Tim mic Crow and his orchestra.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-05-29
Given Decree

Mrs. Della T. Leavenworth of Waterbury was yesterday grant, ed a divorce from Edward J. Leavenworth, on grounds of desertion. Judge John Rufus Booth entered the decree. The couple was married June 15, 1920.
 Mrs. Leavenworth testified that beginning in 1928 her hls- band made numerous trips to New Milford, and returned home whenever he felt like it. In April, 1880, she went to New Milford, and although she lived in the same house with him, her husband would not speak to her. She returned to Waterbury m June, 1884.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-05-29
LAWN SPEAKERS AT ' CHURCH ANNOUNCED

Outdoor union services will be held as usual this year on the lawn of St. Johns Episcopal church each Sunday evening. The schedule of preachers has been announced as follows:
 June 20, service in charge of the Salvation Army; June 27, Rev. David P. Gaines; July {, Rev. Matthew G. Madden; July II, Rev. Ridgway F. Shinn: July IS, Rev. Oscar L. Locke; July 25, Rev. Theodore c. Bobilin; Aug. l, Rev. T. LeRoy Crosby; Aug. 8, Rev. Thomas L. Sinclair; Aug. Is, Rev. John R. Coombs; Aug. P, Rev. Dr. James E. Gregg; Aug. 29, Rev. w. Moreton Owen: Sept. 5, Rev. William Brewster.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-05-29
School Children In
 Memorial Exercises
Special Programs Commemorate Observance of "Dec-
 oration Day"-Oratorical Contests in State Armory

This afternoon at the state arm- ory the first part of the three-day Memorial day program will take place when eighth grade grammar school students from all parts of the city compete in reciting the Gettysburg address. Colonel Will liam Shanahan will have charge of this contest.
 The following school programs were presented yesterday:
 Mary Abbott school program:
 The grade play was called "Val- erie and Her Universal Friends" Those taking part in it were Norine Straw, Devora Johnson, William Robinofsky, Lois Dalquist, Charles Brechbuhler, Regina Karvelis, Mich- ael Bosco, Angeline Buonoeore, Rosemarie Valerie, Michael Valerie, and Raymond Rinaldi.
 The grade play was called "The First Decoration Day" and the fol- lowing took part: Frances Martelli, Dora Jabs, Fred Davis, James Baker Angeline Senziola, Baetrice King, Joseph Crosse, James Welch, Ray mond Wilke, Ethel Larson, Thomas Ciarlo, Peter Lanza, Felix Bosco, Antoinette Perugini, Betty Haytke, Alice Kopcha, Madeline Senziola and Rose Flammia.
 KINGSBURY SCHOOL
 The program opened with a sa- lute to the flag, singing of "Ameri- ca" and recitation on "What Memorial Day Means" by John Ensminger. This was followed by a pretty sketch in which the chil- dren presented large letters that when assembled spelled "Memorial Day." each one in turn reciting what the particular letter repre- sented. Those taking part were Betty Bean, Frederick Hennick, Larry Coe, Gloria Freedman, Rob- ert Jackson, June Craver, Roger Jackson, Sue Jenks, Emma Leonore, Francis Hummel and Arthur Bliss. Joyce Ross of the kindergarten gave a soldiers dance" and Ma rion Swentor recited Our Flag" "A Lesson in Citizenship" was pre- sente6 oy Elaine Macdonald, Bar harda Verchot, Allan Root, William Dember, James Mccarthy, Flor ence Thomas and Robert Slomo- Witz Maxine Margolis spoke on Why Have War?" and Helen Bab- son recited a Memorial day piece. Four little tots, Barbara Brown, Katherine Jackson, Alice Hummell and Nancy Manherz, recited Why We Love Our Flag"
 Another cute skit was that en- titled Little Girls Plans" in which the following second graders, Sally Kenney, Dorothy Knuchel, Caroline Griner, and Carol Wall, appeared. 'Sam's Museum" provided a laugh for the audience. Sam Zotto, Fred Chase and Joseph Pope staging a comic visitation to museum.
 The final piece was choral speak ing by pupils of grade 3 who recit- ed their songs and illustrated them with pantomime. The participants were Elva Rempfer, Gertrude Buerkle, Claire Fleming, Eunice Hertzmark, Barbara Miller, William Roland, Frank Began, Charles Scully William Scully, Donald Gre pon, Jane Phelan, Betty Barry, Joyce Schneer, Annette F'ruin, Lois Hubbers, Mary Alice Burns, Marilyn Dewey, Lois Beaudoin, Herman Brownstein, Donald Dineen and John Reardon.
 DRIGGS SCHOOL
 Unner grades: IT'D The Cnlnrs"
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-05-29
Saw Crash

The collision between the steam CT Kungsholm of the Swedish American line and the freighter A. c. Bedford of Nantucket light ship late Wednesday afternoon was described to a reporter for the New York Post yesterday by Leroy S. Andrew, of 46 Fairview avenue, Naugatuck, vice-president of the Waterbury National Bank.
 MT. Andrew said he was stand ing on the promenade deck of the Kungsholm when the other yes sel loomed up in the fog. There was a bump, he said, but no heavy collision. There was no hysteria on either vessel, he said, and both boats managed to head for port under their own power.
 The Kungsholm was returning from a special coronation cruise to England. The passengers used the boat as their hotel during the coronation festivities.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-05-29
SCOUTS TO HONOR
 LATE EXECUTIVE

Some TOO local Boy Scouts will take part in brief memorial service on Monday morning on the green in honor of Arthur D. Marston, for- mer scout executive who died two years ago on Memorial Day and in honor of two scouts, one from Nau- gatuck, who have died during the past year. David Babson, present head of the scouts, will be in charge of the ceremonies.
 Following the service the mem- bers of the Waterbury troops will take part in the parade. The scouts have been asked to report on the green at 8:30 o'clock.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-05-29
In MemOrian1

A memorial service for members who have died in the last ten years was conducted last night at Beth-El synagogue by Rabbi Will liam P. Greenfield. He stated that the zeal of the congregation will be the means of building a larger congregation. Israel Stoll, who has been president of the congre- gation for five years, gave a re- view of the achievements of the synagogue. The synagogue, he said, is still the basis of Jewish life. Nicholas Grosslnan chanted and the choir was conducted by Joseph Zellman.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-05-29

trumpeter, Charles Cipriano; Sa- lute to the flag, class; My Coun- try Iris of Thee, class; Gettys- burg Address, class; "The Name of Old Glory, by James Whit comb Riley, Louise Longo, Clara Luchnick, Anna Di Domizio, Theo- dore Sanzeri; Decorating The Sol- dier's Graves, group; "Voice of Co., lumbia", by Francis G. Blair, Jose phine Fappiano, Whiting Wilcox; Liberty Shall Live", by Edgar A. Guest, Rhoda Hendler, Lois An- derson, Shirley Schnierer, Helen Grandell; Decoration Day, group; "Star Spangled Banner, class; In- cidental music by Driggs school or chestra.
 Lower grades: Welcome, Marjorie Carlson; For My Country, Peter Frederickson, Mario Goffreda, Will liam Gardiner; Sash of Red, White and Blue, Cernelia Gibson; For Grandpa's Sake, Mary Jane Men, delsohn, Janet Meyers, Lorraine Finnemore, Henya Sheinkoff; Zach Year, Joan Goodman, Joyce Senior; Memorial Day., Nicholas Samela, David Clark; Decoration Day., Janet Meyers; "The Flag, Our Flag, Red, White and Blue, "Old Glory, "The Bluebird", songs by group; song, "The Spring Bou- quet", Gloria Marinara, Gladys Hunter, Cullie Harrison; recitations, Callie Harrison, Lillian Jones, San Swirskey, Joan Murphy; song, "The Midshipmite", class; recitations, Alice Chapin, Ruth Chapin, Anna Petro, Barbara Wheeler.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-05-29
Police Appeal For
 Safety In Driving
Heavy Traffic Expected Over Week=End, .flOnday; City Records No Fatal Accidents Since March 30

traffic laws in the East Main street section has greatly reduced acci- dents in that vicinity. Last month from the 1st to 28th, there were 32 accidents on East Main street. This month the total has been cut in half, with 16 accidents on that street. The campaign will be car- ried on until accidents in this area have been reduced to a minimum.
 Supt. Roach's plea for careful driving over the holiday follows a similar one by Commissioner Mi- chael Connor of the motor vehicle department. Memorial day each year exacts a heavy toll of life, in- juries and property damage through motor Svehicle accidents.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-05-29
FrQtemdL Neus
Hawthorn Lodge

William F. Harvey was elected president of Hawthorne lodge, Sons of St. George, to succeed Arnold Bower, at a meeting held last evening in Foresters' hall.
 Others chosen were: Vice-presi- dent, William c. Albon; messen- ger, Stuart Donaldson; assistant messenger, Albert V. Hole; inside sentinel, c. Arthur GoodSon; out- side sentinel, Walter J. Thorne; chaplain, Edward Hogg; treasurer, William H. Bower; secretary, John w. Bunting; assistant secre- tary, Arnold A. Bower; trustee, Walter J. Thorne. William H. Bower was chosen delegate to the grand lodge convention.
 The new officers will be in- stalled with officers of Naugatuck and Torrington lodges in triple installation in Torrington on June 26.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-05-29
BRIA AWARDED

The John Franklin Genung prize of $50 for excellence in prose com- position at Amherst college has been awarded to George Bria, son of MT. and Mrs. Louis E. Bria of 15 Mitchell avenue of this city, it was announced today. The prize is awarded each year to a man from one of the two upper classes. Bria is junior. The title of his essay was "The Music Goes On"
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-05-29
"A NUMBERS GIVEN
 AT DANCE RECITAL

Students of Regina Leonard pre- sented a dance revue of A numbers last night in Temple hall. The pro- gram was presented by a group ranging from tiny tots to the older and more advanced pupils. On the program were a number of solo dances and ensembles. Miss Leonard directed the presentation of the re- vue. Miss Lena Derouin was ac- companist. Music was also furnish ed by Michael DiVitos orchestra.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-05-29
Cars Checked

The Waterbury station of the state motor vehicle inspection department has checked a total of 15,192 cars since opening here in April. Of this number 1O,O72 have passed, 2,717 have been rejected and 2,403 rejects have been returned for 2 re- check.
 These figures were released by Chief Inspector Thomas R.Lump- kin, who stated that slightly more than half the registered automobiles in this area have passed the test. The lane will close here July 24.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-05-29
MOLE IGNORED

Vito F. Mole of 861 North Main street, son of Mrs. Beatrice Nolss was recently elected president oA the class of 1888 at Fordham Jll1ia versity. He is also secretary of tho Perenthian society and president o1 the Chemistry club. During tho past year he was president of tho junior class and secretary of th& student council. He is also chairs man of the class ring committe ean0 during his first two years was class treasurer.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-05-29
BOUND OVER

Anthony Barone, 31, of 89 Pleas ant street, was bound over to the June criminal term of superior court on charge of statutory rape after a hearing before Judge John F. Mo- Grath in city court today. The ac- cused allegedly attacked 14-year old girl, after picking her up in his car April 20.
 The girl said that Barone has since annoyed her. He was arrested by Patrolrnan Joseph Phelan on 8 technical breach of the peace charge earlier in the week, but Judge Mo- Grath ordered the charge changed to rape.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-05-29
Behind The Lines
Naval Veterans

Members of the local post, Navy Veterans association decorated the graves of navy World War veter- ans yesterday. The committee in charge included Capt. Olin O'Don- nell Frank Sturges, John Baker and Llowy Baker. The committee has requested the aid of families, relatives and friends of naval veterans, in ascertaining the l0ca- tiOn of all graves.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-05-29

wages amounted to $48,678.
 During April there were 1929 per- sons, of whom 487 were women, em- ployed on professional and cleri- cal projects, these people receiving salary checks amounting to $780, 067. The education program of the works progress administration ern- ployed 240 men and 312 women, their salaries amounting to $34,911.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-05-29
Spotlighting
 Brass City News
Case Dismissed

A charge of damaging property, placed against Thomas Brown, 28, of IA Elizabeth street, was dismissed in city court today by John F. McGrath. The judge de- clared there was no criminal case against the accused.
 Brown was arrested on com- plaint of his landlady, Mrs. Pearl Kaufman, who claimed he dam aged room at her rooming house. This was denied by Brown, house. This was denied by Brown, . and the case was thrown out of court.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-05-29
Canadian Legion Unit

Memorial services at Trinity Episcopal church at o'clock to- morrow afternoon will be attend ed by the Canadian Legion auxil- iary. Members will meet at 4:30 o'clock at the American Legion home on Holmes avenue. The auxiliary will also join other or ganizations in attending the 8 o. clock mass at the Chumch of the Immaculate Conception, Monday morning.