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Imperial Valley press., 1938-08-30
REPUBLICANS AGREE ON
DEWEY FOR GOVERNOR

NEW YORK Aug. 80 (UP)--Re-
publicans were reported today to
have agreed upon District Attoreny
Thomas E. Dewey as the party S
candidate for governor,
Imperial Valley press., 1938-08-30
Preparedness

Preparedness
Ed Law, the state senator fellow,
came home from a High Sierras
vacation this week to vote, and
with him he brought an absentee
ballot.
you don't need that, now that
you're home," a friend commented
Il know it," replied Ed. "I just
took it along with me in case I
couldn't get back"
Imperial Valley press., 1938-08-30
Britain Ready to 60 Limit
In Protecting Czechs
England Prepares to Consult Poland.
Rumania, Other Nations on
Attitude in Event of War

LONDON, Aug. 30. (UP)-The British cabinet in a
momentous session today decided unanimously that Brit
ain is ready go the full limit prevent the invasion
of Czechoslovaka highly reliable reported.
The cabinet was said to have given Prime Minister
Imperial Valley press., 1938-08-30
RooseveIt's Own
Pre- estige at Stake
I'm Primary. Vote
Weather Ideal Thruout State, Record
Turnout Predicted; South Carolina
Also Testing New Deal

SAN FRANCISCO, Aug. 80 (UP)--President Roose
Vets personal prestige at stake in California today
voters went to the polls to climax the states most
primary fight in so years Polls opened at Some
close at pm. Most, however, to keep open unit
Imperial Valley press., 1938-08-30
IHad My Fun Says Bank Clerk Who
Squandered $4,000 Embezz|ed
Funds in Year: Goes to Pen

SAN FRANCISCO, Auo. 80. (UP)-Federal Judge
Michael j. Roche today sentenced David Strom 81 year
old former San Jose bank clerk who squandered $4,000
embezzed funds, to eight years in federal peniten-
tiary Strom captured by G-men in Seattle admitted alb
Imperial Valley press., 1938-08-30
Perkins Told to
Take Action
AQuinSt UnioniSt
Un-American Committee Recommends
Ban Because Witnesses Say Labor
Leader Spoke Against US. Government

WASHINGTON, Aug 80. (UP) = Chairman Martin
Dies, d. Tex, of the house committee investigating
American activities demanded today that Secretary of
Labor Frances Perkins take immediate action to deport
Harry Bridges Pacific director of the Committee for
Imperial Valley press., 1938-08-30
A Freak Year

Yessir, something's wrong with
this election day. Any time you see
Frank Richmond sitting on a stool
in a drugstore on election day,
TALKING ABOUT FISHING,
something's wrong.
Imperial Valley press., 1938-08-30
They Should Have


n 1t was at the board of supervisors
during the annual tax rate
headache party. Considerably gray
er than they were a few hours be-
fore, the supervisors had just fin
ished their job of setting the coun-
ty tax rate. B. M. Graham wiped
his brow, whistled and comment
ed:
That's pretty good. Before lunch
we shaved two cents off, and after
lunch we Topped off another cent"
Yep agreed A. Y. Preble. "If
we'd stayed for dinner, the county
wouldn't have had any tax rate"
And RR, voicelessly but vehe-
mently, remarked to himself that
the county should have bought din
ner for the boys.
Shop Talk
About this time Of year, RR al
ways notices that the only people
who worry more about an election
than the politicians are the news
paper reporters who have to cover
it. The politicians have only them
selves to sympathize with, but the
reporters sympathize with them
selves for working all night, and
then have to sympathize with all
Of the politicians as well.
Imperial Valley press., 1938-08-30

Butter: Los Angeles, 27e; but
terfat, Imperial Valley fob. ranch.
grade A 3Sc; manufacturing milk.
Soc; route gathered cream, s6c.
L. A. Hay: u. 5. No. l, sis.5o
No. 2 leafy S12-12.50. No 2 s11-11.5e
Minneapolis flax, Sept. Si.6s.
Imperial Valley press., 1938-08-30

BUILDING PERMITS
70 DATE THIS YEAR
$214,870
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-07-12

Support of United States Senator Augustine Lonergan for renomina- ton and reelection to congress this year is, urged upon all Connecticut members of the Brotherhood of Lo- comotive Bremen and Enginemen, in communications dispatched from headquarters in Cleveland, Ohio, by President D. B. Robertson.
 President Robertson points out that Senator Lonergan has work ed conscientiously and increasingly in support of righteous legislation y
 He urges members of the brother hood to take active part in the present campaign by personally con- tacting the delegates to the Demo- cratic state convention in their re- spective congressional districts. to influence them in favor of Loner- gan.
 The complete letter is as follows: All Members, BYF&E,
 State of Connecticut.
 Sirs and Brothers
 This communication is being ad dressed to you in behalf of the Hon. Augustine Lonergan, who is seeking renomination as the Dem ocratc candidate for the United States senate. He has well served the people of your state since 1882 as United States senator.
 During his term of office, Sen- ator Lonergan established a very favorable voting record on meas ures of concern to the workers and, during that time, has worked conscientiously and unceasingly in support of righteous legisla- ton.
 The voters of Connecticut have heretofore exercised most excel lent judgment at the polls and the progressive attitude of Senator Lonergan reflects credit on those who sent him to Washington. His defeat for reelection is being care- fully planned by the forces of re- action and it has become urgently necessary that all forward look ing, progressive citizens of the state of Connecticut, rally to the support of the senator.
 It is my understanding that no primary election is held in the state of Connecticut, but on the other hand nominations are made through action taken by state con- ventions. While, of course, this prevents you from lending direct support by casting your votes in behalf of the renomination of Senator Lonergan, nevertheless much valuable assistance can be rendered.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-07-12
OBITUARY

VACHON - Mrs. Marie Jeanne Vachon, 30, wife of Louis Philip Vachon, of 73 East Dover street, died yesterday at the home of her mother, Mrs. Rose Anna Fontaine, of 553 South Main street, after a long illness.
 Born in Canada, Mrs. Vachon came to Waterbury 16 years ago. She worked for Is years at the Waterbury Button Co. She was a member of the Danes de St. Anne.
 Besides her husband and mother she is survived by four brothers. Fred, Leo, Maurice and Archie Fontaine, all of Waterbury; five sisters, Mrs. Oscar Dupont, Mrs. William Dion, Juliette, Annette and Jennie Fontaine, all of Waterbury.
 The funeral will be held from the Belleville funeral home, 68 East Clay street, Thursday morning at 8:15 o'clock with a mass at 800 o'clock in St. Ann's Church. Burial will be in Calvary cemetery.
 MORRISSEY - Merceline Nor rissey died at the Waterbury hos pital yesterday after a two weeks illness of rheumatic fever. She was the daughter of Harold and Diana (Vadnais) Morrissey, of 553 North Main street and was born May p, 1929. She attended St. Thomas par orchial school, being in the fifth grade.
 Besides her parents she is sur vived by a brother, George.
 The funeral will be held from the home on Thursday morning at 8:30 o'clock to St. Thomas church where a solemn mass of requiem will be celebrated at 8 o'clock. h. torment will be in new St. Josephs cemetery. Friends may call at the home Tuesday afternoon and even- ing.
 CECIL - Mrs. Mary Grant Cecil, wife of Daniel Cecil of Crystal Lake road, MiddletoWn, formerly of this city, died at the Waterbury hospital this morning. She was born on Feb ruary Is, 1898 in Glace Bay, Nova Scotia. Mrs. Cecil was formerly a nurse in this city having graduated from the Waterbury Hospital Train ing School for Nurses in the class of 1923. She was member of St. Johns Episcopal church.
 Mrs. Cecil is survived by her hus- band and one brother, Dr. Kenneth Grant of Halifax, Nova Scotia.
 The funeral will be held from the Alderson Funeral Home, 70 Central avenue on Thursday at time to be announced later. Burial will be in Glace Bay, Nova Scotia.
 Friends may call at the funeral home on Wednesday between and and ' and 9 o'clock.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-07-12

Melinke intended to marry Miss Po- chinok, and named Jennie Me- linke" as beneficiary in the policy. Judge Finn says that the designa- tion refers to Jennis Pochinok, anc that she is the beneficiary.
 Attorney Stephen Homick, admin istrator of the estate of MT. Me- linke, was named as co-defendant but Judge Finn ruled that the plain- tiff shall bear the costs of his de- fense.
 In view of the fact that the in- surance company's refusal to pay was justified until the court action strengthened out the matter, Judge Finn holds that the plaintiff must also pay the defendants court costs
 Reimbursed
 In addition the insurance con- pany is given the right to retain a total of $166.88 from the sum due under the policy, because of the work caused by the suit. The con- pany had already paid $472 under the terms of the policy for Me- linke's insurance expenses, leaving total of $778 due. From this Judge Finn extracts $166.88 for the company's trouble, and the remain ing $6ll.l2 goes to the plaintiff. A ttorney Vincent A. Miller ap- peared for the plaintiff with Attor- ney U. G. Church for the defend ant. ttorney Francis Butler rep- resented the administrator of Me- linke's estate.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-07-12
Brotherhood Urged
 To Support Lonergan
Firemen Engineers Receive Endorsement From fiead-
 quarters Senator's Record of Service Approved

I, therefore, earnestly urge that each and every member of our brotherhood take an active part in present campaign by personally contracting the delegates to the Democratic state convention in their respective congressional dis tricts, or political subdivisions, for the purpose of enliisting their as- sistance in this all-important mat ter by influencing such delegates to cast their ballots in behalf of the nomination for reelection of Senator Lonergan to the United States senate.
 Your cooperation in this respect, I assure you, will be greatly ap- preciated.
 Yours fraternally, /
 D. B. Robertson, cc-Chief Executives:
 ARTHUR J. LOWELL,
 EDW. HEATING,
 ROBT. L. GLENN.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-07-12
0UASSAPAUC GETS IA CLUB OUTING
Irish Dancing to Feature Program Sunday Alter
 noon July A

The outing committee of the Irish American Social club met last night at the Elton, to make arrangements for an outing to be held at Lake Quassapaug, Sunday, July "A. The general chairman, William Fitzell, reported that arrangements had been made with the management at Quassapaug for the use of tables for the field for sports, and for the pavilion for Irish dancing. Feature events of the day will De softball game between the married men and the single men, races of various sorts swimming and diving contests, and a beauty contest.
 Others on the committee, in addi- ton to chairman Fitzell, and George Ryan, Dr. John Freney and Robert Coughlin, secretary of the com- mittee
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-07-12
bELL0ME IS IN
 NATIONAL MEET
Waterburian to Compete With Nations Best
 Chess Players

A local man, Nicholas R. Bellome, of East Main street, is entered in the national tournament for the American open chess title, being played in Boston. Fifty of the na- tion's best players are entered, in hopes of gaining the coveted title, now held by David Poland, of New York. The field has been divided into six sections, and two players from each section will qffualify for the final rounds of the tournament in the masters division.
 Bellome played his first-round game against A. E. Santasiere, one of New York's most noted players. Neither of the two could win in the time allotted, and so their game was adjourned, to be finished at a later date.
 Bellome came in third in the Wa terbury chess championship tourna- ment some time ago.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-07-12
TIE DETECTOR' OFFER REFUSED
Joseph Francis Claims PO- lice "Riding Him.
 Appeal Fine

An offer by Joseph Francis, 39. of Marion, to pay for the expense of bringing Tie detector" to Water bury to test the truth of testimony against him was declined by Judge Edward Mascolo in city court. Fran cis, who refused to pay $5 for a ticket given him for allegedly pass ing red light in Exchange Place, today was fined $10 and costs, amounting in all to about $25.
 Francis was halted in Exchange Place by Patrolman Joseph Cava- naugh and Patrolman Paul Moyni- han. When he allegedly caused a disturbance, the o.lcers also charged him with breach of the peace. In city court last week, Judge T. E. Conway discharged Francis on the breach of peace count, after giving him a warning, and instruct ed him to pay $5 at police head quarters for passing the red light When he failed to do so, he was ar- rested again last night.
 Francis, who has had troubles with the police in the past over parking regulations, claimed today that members Of the police depart ment are riding" him. He said he understands he is becoming a laughing stock" but is fighting foi principle.
 Patrolmen Cavanaugh and Moy- nihan and Russell Sumpf, a report CT, all testified that Francis car die pass the red light.
 After the fine had been imposed Francis said he would appeal to the court of common pleas.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-07-12
50 FORECLOSURES
 TOTAL $203,S07
Record of Common Pleas Court Shows HOLC as
 Main Plaintiff

Fifty foreclosure judgments in- volving debts of $203,807.55 were granted in the court of common pleas during the 1937-38 fiscal year which concluded July l.
 Together with the debts of $527,- 163.33 which were represented in the 5 judgments granted in the superior court during the same fiscal period, a grand total of 103 judg- ments involving debts of $730 ,969. .88 was realized.
 A survey of the records for the 1936-N fiscal year reveals that foreclosures in superior court alone approximated that figure.
 The outstanding plaintiff in the common pleas court foreclosures was the HOLC, large number of judgments being in that institu- tion's favor.
 The largest judgment was for $38 8,890.l0 and the slightest, $32.55.
 Included among the judgments was one for the Town of Wolcott against John Crow, alleged slayer of two Wolcott residents. The judg- ment was granted for non-payment of taxes, and the debt was estab- lished as $679.64. Crow failed to appear to redeem his interest in the property and the title passed to the Town of Wolcott last April B.
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The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-07-12
Must Sue!

Michael Pekrul, 65, of 1892 Baldwin street, charged with ob- taining money by false pretenses, was given discharge in city court today, Judge Edward Mas colo ruling that the case was more of a civil than criminal nature. The case had been pend- ing in court for some weeks.
 Pekrul was arrested when sev- eral fellow employees at the Wat bury Clock Co. told police that they had given him sums of money on his promise to secure them jobs on federal project in Stamford. Police said the project was mythical.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-07-12
DR. ROOT SHARES
 MOTHERS ESTATE
Will of Mrs. Mary Root Admitted tO Probate
 Here Today

The will of Mrs. Mary s. Root, who died July l, was admitted to probate today by Judge Dennis J. Slavin in the probate court. Three sons and daughter arethe benefi- ciaries after payment of $500 to Riverside cemetery and $100 to All Souls church for use in the flower fund
 A son, Clifford Anson Root, of Pensacola, Fla, is left nine shares of stock of the Woodbury Water company, ten shares of United States Electric Light & Power, and $40O.
 The residue of the estate is divid- ed into three equal shares and be- queathed to two sons, Herbert s. Root, of 345 Lincoln street, and Dr. J. Harold Root, of 22 Fleming street. and to a daughter, Mrs. Barbara Root Dickson, of York, Pa.
 The will was drown Dec. g, 1897 and the Citizens and Manufacturers National bank is named executor and trustee.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-07-12
Delegate

William H. Dunlavey, a mem Der of the local Association of Sealers of Weights and Measures, will attend the annual state con- vention of the organization, to be held tomorrow at Lake Com bounce.
 There will be business meet ing at 10 a. m., with State Presi- dent Ernest Hubbard presiding, and talks by various members of the association. At 80 there will be a luncheon, with Mayor Joseph w, Harding of Bristol giving the address of welcome. Rene Taillon of Bristol is chairman of the com mittee on arrangements.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-07-12
Conference

All Waterbury teachers were in- vited this morning to the first Summer Conference of the De- partment of Classroom Teachers, Connecticut State Teachers As sociation, at Sprague Hall, Yale University, at Il o'clock. This afternoon at 1:30 there was a round table discussion on the subjects of tenure, educational policies, and retirement, after the talks given by the distinguished visitors to the conference.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-07-12
For Pete Shea

The board of aldermen re- ceived request last night from the Veterans Council that the new athletic field on Watertown avenue be named Peter J. Shea Field" in honor of "0ne who did more for the veterans than any other citizen"
 Alderman C. Arthur Dubois moved that the communication be referred to the proper au- thorities when they are deter mined and have undertaken, charge of the field
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-07-12

Officers of St. Margaret's CathO- lie Youth organization announced last night after a meeting in the school auditorium, that plans are being made for hot-dog roast July g at Mount Tom pond.
 At this meeting it was voted to retain the present board of directors, and to appoint J. Fran cis Roland director of track meets for the organization. Next Sunday the group is to attend church in body to receive holy communion at the 8 o'clock mass.
 During the social period, Miss Ruth LaCour sang a solo, and led group singing with Dan Simth assisted by Andrew Monagan at th0 piano.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-07-12
SPOTLlGH7ING- Brass City News

was president of the New Ha- ven County Fire Chiefs Plan and aided in the organization of the Litchfield County group.
 More than 100 officers and firemen attended last nights session. County President John J. Griffith of Norfolk acted as chairman.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-07-12
Regrets

The LitchfieId County Fire Chiefs Emergency Plan, at meeting last night in Terryville, adopted resolution of regret at the passing of Captain William G. Russell of the Waterbury Fire Department. Captain Russell
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-07-12
Bride -To-Be Collects
 Insurance As "Wife"
Intended Groom Dies Before Ceremony Named Fiancee as Wife, Chief Beneficiary; Claim Approved

Judge Edward J. Finn today unraveled troublesome situation which because listed his fancee as wife and beneficiary under insurance policy then died before the marriage ceremony performed The intended wife, Jennie Pochinok granted damages of $611 12 against the Prudential Insurance Company, who had refused to pay her on the ground that she was not the beneficiary Judge Finn holds that the companys refusal
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-07-12
CARD OF THANKS

We wish to thank our many friends and relatives, The Employees of the Drawing Dept. and North Mill Finishing Division of Scovill Mfg. Co, for their expressions of sympathy and floral offerings fin our recent berea vement the loss of sister and daughter. Marie.
 IOIfIG cnTIfov "~h TAAsu.v
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-07-12
YOU CAN
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The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-07-12

The funeral of Mabel Justina Waldo, 3-months-old daughter of Irving George and Iaabelle (NeW- man) Waldo, was held yesterday afternoon from the Alderson fu- neral home, 70 Central avenue. Burial was in Riverside cemetery.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-07-12

70 pay was justified, because or the existing circumstances, which re- Nuired court clarificat!on.
 Identity Established
 Miss Pochinok sought $500 under the terms of the policy which was Issued on the life of the late Elian s. Melinke, who boarded at her home. The polio, was issued March {. 1887. He died March IA, 1887.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-07-12

COME NIcHTFALL, tho Pitchfork bunch out at Cook George Weller's chuck-wagon Ken Stingel wrangles his guitar while the boys vocaze that good
 old favorte, Home the Range" Camels aplenty here, for, as Ted Regel fright of coffee pot) puts
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-07-12

M this city, July 1lth 1888, Mercelline Morrissey, of 553 North Main St. Funeral Thursday morning. at 8:30 o'clock, from 553 North Main St., to St. Thomas neneferX
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-07-12

this city, July l1th, l938, Mrs. Marie Jeanne Vochon, of 73 East Dover St. Funeral Thursday morning. at 8:15 o'clock, from Belleville Funeral Home, 68 East Clay St., to St. Ann's Church. Burial in Calvary cemetery.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-07-12

Hear the one and only Benny Goodman "feel his stuff" on k ' famous clarinet from sweet music" to palpitating killer differs" Note the time for getting Benny Goodman's Swing
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-07-12
FUNERALS

The funeral of Mrs. Mary Guar ino) Dvorak, wife of William Dvor- ak, will be held from the home, 48 Putnam street, tomorrow morning at 8:l5 o'clock to St. Lucy's church. A solemn high mass will be cele- brated at 9 o'clock. Burial will be in Calvary cemetery.
 The funeral of Joseph Noreikas, of Sylvan Lake road, Oakville, will be held tomorrow morning at 8:30 o'clock from the home to the Church of St. Mary Magdalen where a solemn high mass will be celebrated at o'clock. Burial will be in Calvary cemetery.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-07-12
DIED

CECIL-In this city, July 12th, 1888, Mrs, Mary Grant Cecil. of Crystal Lake Road, Middletown, formerly of this city. Funeral Thursday, time later, from Alderson Funeral Home, 70 Central Ave Burial in Glace Bay, Nova Scotia.