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The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-08-08
Waterburians Present
 At Bridge Dedication
Witness Coorfu Parade, Hear Interesting Addresses By Gov., State Officials-Tribute Paid Committees

Opening and official dedication of the new Middletown- Portland bridge Saturday saw numerous Waterbury organizations taking official part, many spectators from this city, who braved rain and traffic to witness another step in providing the state with modern building advancement.
 Cong. J. Joseph Smith. of Water bury, was one of the officials in the dedicatory exercises and Nosahogan and Townsend lodges of Odd Fellows along with Canton T. R. Martin. TO.OF.. the Brass City aerie of Eagles, Waterbury chapter, Loyal Order of Moose and the Knights of Pythias paraded with outfits and bands from all over the state.
 The Mattatuck Fife and Drum fand, the Oakville Fife and Drum corps were among the local units which paraded.
 Governors Speech
 Governor Wilbur l.. Cross accept cd the new highway bridge and for mally dedicated 1t to public use.
 The governors address follows:
 As governor of the state of Con- necticut stand here with you high above the waters of our great wind
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-08-08
LOCAL YOUTHS IN
 CAMP PERRY MEET
Members of Brass City Rifle Club Compete With
 Nations Best

Eight members of the Brass City Rife Club, competed yesterday m the shooting held at the New York Edison Rife Club of Greenwich. Those who took part were Earl and Roy Bristol, George Parkins, Walter Mitchell, Helen Moreschi, Joseph Vitas, Davir Lovallo and Kenneth Smith.
 Two other members of the club are now busy practicing for the an- nuaI National Rife and Pistol matches at Camp Perry. Ohio, August 2l to September To- They afc Norman smith, son of MT. and Mrs. Fred S. Smith of Chase Park way, and Griffith Bedworth, son of MT. and Mrs. Herbert A. BedWorth. of Elmwood avenue. Both the boys are practicing regularly at the East Farm rife range in preparation for this competition. the biggest event of the year. Trophies are offered by the National Rifle Association and the United States government, CO., sponsors of the shooting
 The series of matches to be run off at Camp Perry takes three weeks and include competition of all sorts. The eevnt of principal interest, how ever, is the series of matches to de- termine the national small bore (.22 caliber) champion.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-08-08
COLORS PRESENTED JUNIOR REPUBLIC
Drum Corps Honored Sat- urday at Impressive Cere-
 monies in LitchfieId
Special to The Democrat)

Litchfield, Conn.,, August 7-The Frederic C. Walcott Drum & Buglc corps of the Junior Republic at Ltichfleld held special exercises Sat urday afternoon to accept the two flags given by Albert w. Kraft and Donald D. Macdonald, both of New Haven. Macdonald presented the American flag and Kraft, the Rcpub- lie standard. Director Harold r. Strong accepted the flags on behalf of Commissioner Of Public Welfare Frederic c. Walcott. who was unable to attend. It was through the efforts of Commissioner Walcott, who pro- vided the initial funds, that the corps was organized.
 Preceding the presentation, the drum and buglc corps paraded be- fore the donors. standing at atten- ton while the flags were presented. and marching away from the review ing stand bearing the colors. Ed ward Mignogna received the Ameri- can flag on behalf of the drum corps and Edwin Minor, the Repub- lie flag. which consists of the Re- public insignia in gold on a blue field and the school motto. Nothing Without Labor" in gold letters.
 The drum corps. which was or- ganized over two years ago. endeav- OTIS to be self-supporting by obtain- ing engagements around the state. It has won number of Litchfield county prizes.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-08-08

best-qualified candidate who could be suggested to succeed Judge D. J. Slavin and maintain the high stand- ard of efficiency and consideration for human rights and sympathies which has characterized the con- duct of the local probate court for many years.
 Record of Service
 There is some doubt, however, that MT. Moore could be persuaded to relinquish his present important position and make the sacrifice of accepting temporary public office even with the assurance of general endorsement and success. Then, too, Mir. Moore has never been actively engaged in local politics, though he has long record of service in var ious public and civic undertakings such as the Park Commission, Mutt ual Aid, American Legion, Red Cross and others and being a native of Waterbury whose family has lived here over 100 years he undoubtedly has a large if not larger acquaint- ance in Waterbury than most of those who hold public office.
 While there is no scarcity of those willing to aspire to this office, the im- portance of the position has always been recognized by leaders of both parties and an effort made to secure men of experience, ability, and character to handle the problems of widows, orphans, the aged, incom- petent, and minors whose estates arc under the Jurisdiction of the Pro- bate Court.
 For years the incumbent judge in Hartford, New Haven, Waterbury and other leading cities of the state has been endorsed by all parties and elected in spite of landslides or heavy majorities by the party of op- posite political opinion.
 Detached Prem Politics
 Judge Bent of Bridgeport, Dem ocrat, has survived Socialist vic- tories and Judge Gilson of New Ha- ven and Judge Clarke Of Hartford, Republicans, have been elected in Democratic victories. In fact there has been growing sentiment that this office should be removed from politics because of It's importance and the difficulty of getting the right kind of candidate to undertake the unpleasant experience of run ming for political office.
 It is obvious situation where the office should seek the man and not vice-versa and where the interests of public should be paramount to the ambitions of any individual office e-seeker.
 The field seems to be quite open in both parties in Waterbury at present, with several candidates al- ready suggested on each side, but there is an underground sentiment that, in spite of the somewhat cha otic political situation on both sides. this office is probably the most im- portant one that local citizens will be called upon to elect someone to in the coming fall elections and candi- dates will be carefully selected &C., cordingy.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-08-08
..'SPOTTERS' HERE|
 FOR VIOLATIONS.
Agents for State Liquor Commission Reported
 Active Over Sunday

Agents of the state liquor control commission were active in Water-- bury again yesterday. A number of restaurants are said to have been visited by inspectors during the day
 It was reported that one popular downtown restaurant was inspected and the owner notified that he would be summoned for a hearing before the commission in Hartford
 Several Sundays ago inspectors turned in" six local restaurants for allegedly serving drinks without a full meal on Sunday. The agents were served beer with sandwiches, and the commission contends that sandwich is not a meal.
 / Three of the restaurant owners have taken an appeal to the su. perior court from revocatoin Of their licenses by the liquor commission. A definition by the court of what con- stitutcs meal Is expected to be made during the hearing of the ap" peal.
 The liquor laws says that no drinks can be served on Sunday unless with meal.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-08-08
CAMP COMBELLACK
 CHAMPIONS NAMED.
Leo Roland Captures Row. ing Honors, Louis Shia-
 vone Swimming Title

The boys who have been staying at Camp Combellack, the Boys club camp in Middlebury, returned to Waterbury Saturday. and the following awards were made; Ben jamin Migllaro was chosen the best all-around camper tent 1 was chosen the neatest tent. Leo Roland was elected rowing champion, and Louis Chiavonc swimming cham pion.
 Those returning from camp were; Joseph Albino. Lawrence Blanc, Thomas Verratro, Louis Schiavone, Francis Roke, Patsy Mangini, AL phonse Schiovane, Joseph Fulliero. John Albino. Richard Montesi, Ralph Barresi, Frank Miller, Benny Migliaro William Pace, Leo Be- land, Robert Shepard, John Spring, Andrew Pace. Frank Cnsetta, Jo- eseph Lamberti, Lazzaro Iannoc- cone. Edward Meyer, Jr, Joseph Semaha and Gerard Caron.
 The group leaving this morning for week at camp includes: Ted 5pagnuolo. Louis echiavone, Joseph Fulliero. Michael Rosi. Aurelil Pala- dino. Frank Varsolone. Joseph Bat tiste. Roland LaPointe. Russell La- Pointe, Edmond LeClairc. Mario Rinaldi. John L. Sullivan, Thomas Rosato. John Rinaldi. Wallace 5oucy, Thomas Soucy, Gerald soucy. Roger soucy. Francis Bouf- fard. Gregory Crotty, Louis Mataz. zaro, Robert Fallon, Charles Pas- telli, Mario Fusco and Edward 0rifhn.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-08-08
LINDBERCHS IN
 MOTOR MlSHAPS
Started for England But on Way Had Trouble
 That Caused Landing

London, Aug. 8. (UP)-CA and Mrs. Charles A. Lindbergh flew to England from Paris today in their private airplanc.
 They took ofT from Le Brougct, Paris, and after l0-minute stop at St. Inglebert, near Calais, flew across the Dover Straight to Lympne. England. They remained but five minutes before flying on. It was believed they were going to Reading. where they usually house their plane.
 Lindbergh left his New Island home of the Brittany coast yestcr- day with Mrs. Lindbergh for a visit to England. He took off from the airport on the mainland near the island and made landing-de- scribed in some reports as forced one--at Bleville airport near Lc Havrc.
 There was something wrong with the plane's motor. A mechanic at the field said that he did not know the motor and was unable to re- pair 1t. and Lindgerbh. impatient, did the job himself
 May Land Again
 It was said at the airport that Lindbergh reported the motor was still running badly and that he might land at St. Inglebert airport near Calais. to pass through cuS- toms formalitics before proceeding to England.
 Lindbergh took off. When there was no report after hours that he landed. & watch was kept for him.
 This morning 1t was found that Lindbergh had landed his plane In a heavy rain storm at Le Bourget field here--where he landed on his solo trans Atlantic flight in 1027-- at 6:b5 D. m. yesterday. He and Mrs Lindbergh, after the plane had been locked in commercial hangar drove into Paris and stayed over- night at the Crillon hotel. Though the hotel is next to the American embassy, people at the embassy did not know the Lindberghs were there.
 Mechanics inspected the motor this morning. particularly the oil iine. as Lindbergh suspected a leak
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-08-08

Special meeting of the board of finance is called this afternoon by Mayor Frank Hayes by agreement of the commissioners at the Thurs day session to have Controller Bher- wood l.. Rowland prepare warrants payable sheets providing payment for numerous truckers, renters of trucks and equipment, whose bills, in some cases, have not been paid for portions of early January.
 Although Superintendent of Streets Thomas J. Fleming concurred with the final stipulation of the controller July 5. by which the latter excused his payment of the bills, special meeting O. the board was found nec- cssary to relieve the hardship on the truckers. A delegation from the truckmen called at the meeting Thursday to urge payment of the bills long overdue.
 Members of the board. at that time rebuked the controller for his han ding of the matter. the delay, his controversy with the board of pulp lie works, and on various function ings of his office in performance of city work. The truckmcn and the board of public works informed the
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-08-08
Dog Rescued! Big St. Bernard Taken From Sea - Tag L e a d s Officials to Watertown for De- tails.

Failure to change name plate on a dogs collar led agents of the Massachusetts Society for the Pre- vention of Cruelty to Animals to come 10 WatertoWn last week to check on the ownership of St. Bernard dog which was rescued from the ocean off HyanniS, Mass, q week ago Sunday night.
 The dog. which was rescued from the sea by Henry Kccfe off Daisy Bluff, wore collar on which was inscribed: John P. Gresswell, Prospect St., Water town, Conn. Telephone and tele- gr0ph communication failed to contact MT. Gresswell who was away during the week.
 When the story was printed in Cape Cod newspapers, however, the dog was claimed by Hyan- his resident, who stated that the animal had been given to him by MT. Gresswell. He could not &C., count for the fact that the dog was found swimming in the ocean so far from shore. He explained the collar by stating he had not had time to secure one with his own plate.
 After MT. Keefe brought the dog to shore and took it to his cot tage he called the Hyannis agent for the Mass. S. P. c. A. who took the animal to the rest" headquarters in Centerville. The dog was described as beautiful one. Efforts to establish name for 1t clicited the fact that 1t would respond only when called Freddy"
 First information was that the dog had either fallen or Jumped from boat, but It's Hyannis own CT said he believed the dog had merely gone for a swim and might have been carried far out into the sea by currents.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-08-08
NEW ENGLAND TO
 SWELTER MORE
Weather Prognosticater Says There Will Be Ten
 More Heat Days

Boston. Aug. 8-(UP)--New Eng land will swclter in the current heat wave for another 10 days. according to Y. E. Rideout. radio Station WEEI meteorologist, in 'ong- range forecast today.
 Except for occasional. brief breaks" along the coast, the un- usually hot and humid weather will prevail generally over New Eng land, Rideout predicted
 About August Ia or 20. the weather will become considerably cooler with temperatures averag- ing mostly below the seasonal range. he said. But until then ab- normally high temperatures will prevail with the weather mostly fair, except for scattered showers.
 Though seasonal changes usually occur about the 20th Rideout said that an increasing flow of cool, dense air from the central andl east crn provinces will result in subnor- ually cooler temperatures and last 10 days of this month.
 Rideout agreed with other mete- orologists in attributing New Eng lands heat wave to the Bermuda high pressure arca.' which has been constant this summer. This area usually causes high temperatures and dry weather.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-08-08
Plan WOrked-and How

Awakening yesterday morning to find clouds of acrid smoke seeping into his room, Irwin Holdridgc. occupant of a third floor room at 68 Grand street, rushed to call fircmcn. The fire men found that four sulphur candles had been lighted to fu- migatc two rooms near the one occupied by Holdridgc.
 Other occupants of the build ing were also driven into the street. The rooms arc rented by William Schisslcr, and the build ing Is owned by Joseph B Els.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-08-08
By ELMER c. WALZER lUnited Press FlnaniaI EditOrl

New York, Aug. 8-(UP)-Stocks and bonds opened irregularly higher on the Stock Exchange today. Cotton futures were steady after losing q a bale last week.
 Stocks were active with several large blocks appearing. A majority registered small advances. Excep- tions included U. s. Steel at 62 l-2 of 5-8; Homestake Mining 64 1-2
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-08-08
Playground Activities

The Little Legioners softball team, of Orange street. have issued a challenge to any softball team, whose members are from ten to fourteen. Anyone interested in ar- ranging a game should write Char leg Leas, 23e Orange street. Water bury.
 Yesterday the Little Legioners de- feated the Division street Midgcts in a very close game at the Divis- ion street playground. The victors outhit the losing team l2 to 6. and the score was Legioncrs 2--Midgcts l. Paul Lorenz wa sthe star for the Legioners, batting in the winning run.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-08-08
Special Duty

Five local police officers were or duty at Middletown Saturday for the opening of the new bridge across the Connecticut river. They aided Middletown and state police
 in handling the crowds and traf- fic.
 The officers were Lieutenants Patrick Moylan, Patrick Hobart, Ernest Pakul, Connie Shanahan and Edward McElligott. They were given the assignment by Super intendent William J Roach.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-08-08
FIVE-YEAR-OLD
 LAD TURNS HERO
Lost Five Days in Wild Country-But Is Alive
 When Found

Sturgeon Falls, Aug. 8,--(UP)- Five-year old Fernand Tcssier, who survived five days alone in wild, terrifying brush country populated by wild animals, was hero today to the whole Nipilssing district
 Neighbors came to pat his head end call him a brave and resource ful little man, and to ply him with questions. They found him in bed, against is will, and uncommunica tive. His parents assumed that he had eaten berries, the only sustcn- ance that the wilderness provides, and that he was too young to re- alizc the perils he had undergone.
 A searching party of farmers who found him late Sunday had to run him down. He ran when he say them coming and the story learned from his footprints was that several times previously he had hidden in .hickets when other searcherS passed near him. He whimpered upon be- ing "captured', but otherwise ap- peared to be in good spirits and health,
 HhH Mue ITOW 1Omc
 He was found only half mile from where he straycd last We'd nesday, but he was wanderer in a jungle that even the native trap pers enter timidly--where men have been lost and died, or have gone crazy with terror. They use the term bush sickneass" to describe the mental Arrangement of per- son who loses his way and Is stricken with the fear of wild ani- mals, starvation and death by >ex- posure.
 Unmindful of all this, Fcrnand went out in search of berries and evidently found q plentiful supply. While he foraged 400 farmers and trappers searched for him. They had been almost ready to give up when they found him.
 The family doctor treated him for exposure and an inadequate diet.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-08-08
Reckless Driving
Two drivers were arrested

Two drivers were arrested on reckless driving charges Saturday.
 George Walsh. g, Of 76 Good year avenue. Naugatuck, was ar- rested as the result of an accident at sylvan and Edgewood avenues. His car broke of telephone pole. Walsh said that the pavement was slippery and his car skidded.
 Gino Ercoli, 23, Of Carmen street, was arrested after his auto mobile struck two parked cars in Liberty street, Saturday night The parked cars were owned by Peter Guay, of 6l9 South Main street, and Armand Lamadine. Of l5l River street. All three cars were damaged.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-08-08
Schools Out!

The members of the stan of the local office Of the Internal Revenue bureau returned yestcr- day from n three day school of instruction at the collectors Of- flee at Hartford. About fifty revenue officers from various parts of the state attended. A member of the revenue depart mcnt at Washington, Instructor Manscy, told about the changes which the new revenue law of 1898 will entail.
 The men from Waterbury who attended the school of instruc- tian were Gabriel Price, senior zone deputy. and Deputy Collcc- tors John J. Carolan, Edward Kazcmckas and James Mona ghan.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-08-08
Market Keeps Higher At Start or Trading
Stocks Were Active With Several Large Blocks Ap. bearing; Some Few Leaders Are Exceptions to Rise

of 3-s: Goodrich 26 l-S of IA and Chrysle "A l-2 of i-2.
 General Motors opened 1000 shares at 47 3-4 up 3-s. U. 8. Rubber fired l-8 to 47 on a block of 1,40o shares.
 Radio Corporation of America opened 5000 shares at 3-S up 1-4 point. Curtiss Wright dipped Ia to 5 3-4 on 2,300 shares. Kennecott rose IA to 43 "a on 1000 shares.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-08-08
Spotlighting Brass City News
Discharged
Charged with reckless drivin

Charged with reckless driving, Lawrence K. Frageau, 19, of this city, was given a discharge h. town court at Thomaston Sat- urday. Justice of the Peace James w. Scott declared that evidence against the youth was lacking.
 Frageau was arrested as the result of an accident July 1 In which Eileen Perreault, ,, was injured after being struck by his car,
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-08-08
No HOIdup!

A police squad car rushed to Waterbury Trust Go. on Grand street at ll:30 this morning after burglar alarm at the bank had sounded.
 The alarm had gone off acci- dentally, however, and the police mems services were not needed.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-08-08
Friends Launch Boom
 For Thomas F. Moore
Popular Trust Officer Suggested as Ideal Candidate
 for Judge of Probate-IdeaI Qualifications

The name of Attorney Thomas P. Moore, trust officer of the Citizens end Manufacturers National Bank, bas been added to the list of those being mentioned for the office of Judge of Probate by a large num-
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-08-08
FinanceC Commissioners Hold Special Meeting
Action Expected Today on Payment of Bills Due for
 Rental of Trucks Claimants Report f1ardships

finance board of the situation in It's entirety and the controllers inter pretation" of the delay resulted in his rebuff by the board to the point where the special meeting was called to remedy his remissions.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-08-08

ber of insistent friends and neutral voters who realizes the importance of the office.
 Attorney Moores years Of special tzing in probate practice and pro- >cedure and his experience in set ting millions of dollars worth of local estates make him probably the
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-08-08
SEVEN. COME ELEVEN

George O'Brien plays his Seventh outdoor role for RKO Radio in '"Thc Painted Desert" exciting tale of mining. romance and treachery on the Arizona border
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-08-08

Political observers in Arkansas regard Representative John Me- Clellan as the chief opponent of Senator Hattie Caraway In the Democratic senatorial primary tomorrow. Tn the race for the Democratic nomination for the governorship, Gov. Carl Bailey Is opposed by Judge R. A. Cook. Winning of the Democratic nomination for a state office is considered equivalent to election In heavily Democratic Arkansas.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-08-08

Forty-six motorcyclista from Ger many competed in the International Six Days Trial on the mountain roads of Wales. ss
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-08-08
PAINTERS BARNS

Fay Banter, who recently scored in White Banners" and "Jozebel, /" plays the maternal role in RKO Radios Mother Carey's Chickens, which features Anne Shirley. James Ellison and Ruby Keeler.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-08-08

Japan may urge hide and leather manufacturers, hit by the new leather restrictions, to start muni- ton sidclines.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-08-08

Artificial wool Is to be produced from processcd milk in Latvia.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-08-08

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