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The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-07-02
PoliceAsk Cooperation In Appeal For Safety
Month of July Looms on Record Chart as Period of
 Tragedies-Sane Holiday Urged By Police

Police Superintendent William J. Roach today appealed to the motor ing public to cooperate with author ities in preventing accidents over the Fourth of July weekend. He also asks for the exercise of caution all during the month of July, which has been set aside as Safety Month by the National Safety Council.
 Month of Tragedy
 Supt. Roach issued the following statement:
 This is the week end proceeding the Fearful Fourth. Last week I stated to you that July was the month of tragedy and disaster, a month of wholesale waste of life During July, 1887, l0,200 lives were sacrificed on the altar of accidents Are we going to permit a reoccur- renee of human waste this year? Why should we permit lives, lives of value and importance, to be thrown away needlessly and foolishly when we can prevent this carnage? We can prevent 1t by not placing our selves in jeopardizing positions and by observing the common sense rules of safe driving
 We should not drive on the high ways in such manner that danger turks in wait at every turn and twist of the road and with Death sitting beside us at the wheel Be careful use caution and discretion in your driving during this weekend and during the entire month of July. We all know that the volume of traffic on all highways will be at an ex- treme peak and that the responsi- bilities of drivers will be great, therefore, to avoid repetition of last years unnecessary slaughter let us band together as unit and ob- serve the practice of safe and sane driving. If we follow this thought we will return from our weekend vacation in joyous mood and not one where sorrow and grief have crept into our homes to remain throughout the years
 Safety Urged
 "The police appeal to you, for your own protection, for the good of your families; use more than ordinary caution during this week -end not only on the highways while driving but at the summer resorts where you are going to enjoy yourselves. Join us in our work of making July a safer month than any of the twelve. Help us to prevent the ap- palling tolls from occurring this year as they have during past years to make July a month of horror Help us to make Waterbury as safe this July as 1t was last, very few personal injury accidents, no deaths and the accident rate at minimum"
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-07-02
SPEAKING GROUP
 PRESENTS DRAMA

A group of the members of the Public Speaking club of Waterbury presented 8 one-act comedy last night in the lobby of the central YMCA. Among those in the cast were Charles M. Sutherland, Roy A. Ferris, Edna B. Clarke, Frapcis B. Clark and Viola Clark.
 An audience of former campers and parents enjoyed motion pie lures of the YMCA camp in the boys lobby.
 Lobby programs for next week include a piano recital and group sing on Tuesday night, moving pie lures of the navy Wednesday night, a mixed swim and dance for p1em- bers on Thursday, and motion pie lures of Alska, shown by Eric Pape, on Friday.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-07-02
Parade Orders:

A A cordial invitation is extended to young and old of Bunker Hill and other communities to participate in the annual Independence day parade. One hundred dollars in prizes for individual and group ex- cellence have been provided. Resi- dents are urged to display the na- tional colors at their homes. They are reminded that when the flag is displayed flat the blue field should be in the upper left hand corner as observed from the street.
 At 8 a. m. the flag raising cere- mony will be held at the Engine 8 Fire Station on Bunker Hill avenue All Boy Ccouts and Girl Scouts are requested to. be present. Fulton's American band will furnish the music.
 The parade will form at 9:15 a. m. The first and second divisions will form on Bunker Hill avenue op- posite Bunker Hill church. The third division will form on Windsor street and the fourth division on COn1StOn avenue.
 The parade will march promptly at 9:30 a. m.
 The parade will march in the fol- lowing order:
 Head of Parade
 1. Police radio cars.
 ?. Marshal and staff.
 3. Officers and committee, Bunker Hill Improvement society.
 First Division
 1. Fulton's American band.
 2. Color guard and military escort, Lieut.. William J. Dillon, command ing.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-07-02
Pontelandolfos Hosts
 At 9th Annual Outing
Guests Expected Tomorrow From All Parts of State
 Band Concert Among Entertainment Features

Antonietta Longo, Mrs. Dora Gug- liotti, Mis- Carmela Mangini, Miss Lena Rinaldi, Mrs. Concetta Ta- cinelli Mrs. James Matrello, Miss Genevieve Guerrero, Mrs. Maria Rossi, Mrs. Mariagrazia Guerrero, Mrs. Antonietta Albini, Mrs. En- richetta De Bellis, Mrs Rosina Rubbo. Mrs. Anna Gentile,> Miss Lucy Tacinelli and Miss Emily Parlapiano.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-07-02
and character represented.
 Fourth Division

and character represented.
 Fourth Division
 l. Division marshal, Gisbert Mer- telmeyer.
 2. Decorated automobiles.
 3. Floats. Bunker Hill Women's society, Parent Teacher association, others.
 Line of march: Bunker Hill church, Bunker Hill avenue, Wood- ruff street, Pierpont street, Grand view avenue, Bunker Hill avenue, Watertown avenue, Newton terrace to Bunker Hill church.
 Reviews: The parade will be re- viewed at the residence of F. A. Wells, 154 Bunker Hill avenue. Lead CTS of marching organizations will |Salute and their organizations will execute "eye left" while passing re- viewing officials.
 Dismissal: All organizations and groups will be dismissed when they reach Bunker Hill church. Antiques and Horribles" are requested to stay in line until dismissed by the divi- sion marshal so that the judges may have an opportunity to identify and classify all prize winners. Parking regulations: No parking on the following streets from 8:30 a. m. until the parade has passed: Bunker Hill avenue from fire sta- ton to Woodruff street, Woodruff street from Bunker Hill avenue to Pierpont street, and on the east side of Pierpont street. The coop eration of all concerned will be ap- preciated.
 By order of
 MAJOR ALEXANDER. J. WILLIAM JOHNSON, Capt. 418th Inf Chief of Staff.
 A program of sports events will highlight the Independence Day program of the Overlook Cottage Park club. There will be baseball game in the morning between the Overlook Athletic club and the Blessed Sacrament team. In the afternoon there will be a sports program including peanut race, sack race. and track and field events.
 Joseph Brenneis is chairman of the committee in charge. Assisting him are Frank Minnaman. club president; Paul Reed. Harold Had ley. Joseph Kenney, Edwin J. Ban ziger. Henry E. Preusser, Conrad Carlsrud, Martin Toomey and Will liam Guilfoile.
 The Bucks Hill Community Club will hold an outing, with sports events as the highlight. Large crowds arc expected at Lake Quassapaug and Lakewood Park, with both parks having ar ranged to accommodate record at tendances.
 General Holiday Public buildings will all be closed Monday. as win be stores and offices. The only court in session will be city court. The Silas Bronson library and its branches will be closed all day. The Democrat will not be pub lished on Monday.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-07-02

President
 cial features. A concert will be given by Gentile'S band, consisting of the following selections:
 Marcia-Completa Victoria .....
 ..,............... Manente Overtura-Trieste ........ P. Derio Riggoletto-Preludio-Atto 2nd.
 ...,...........G. verdi Solisti-Mr. Di Vincent, MT. Cerrone
 and MT. Di Stefano Selection--The Firefly R. Friml il Bacio-Walzer .......... Arditi Soprano-Miss Paulette Wolozin Aida.-Gran Marcia finale .....
 .........................G. Verdi Polka-Cornet duet
 MT. Di Vincent and MT. Gentle Italian Melody-Canzoniere Napoli-
 tano
 Selection-Traviata .....G. Verdi Overtura-Raymond ...... TamuS Gran Selection La Forza del
 Destino
 Solista-Mr. Cerrone- Stefano
 The general chairman for the event is Amodeo Barbieri. Other members of the general committee arc: Treasurer, Michael Tacinelli; secretary, Edmondo Santopietro; Umberto Santopietro, society presi- dent. John and James Sforza, Mi chael Gugliotti, Luigi Rinaldi, James Mattrella, John Santopietro, An- tonic Albini. Pellegrino Perugini, Patsy Perrotti, Carmine Sforza, Rocco Palladino, Anthony Santo- prietro, Giuseppe Ortale, Michael D'Addona, Joseph Santopietro, John Santopietro. Joseph Rubb, Giovanni Guerrero. Jhn Nave, Antonio Ciarlo, Raffaele Guerrero, Anthony Ciarlo, Lorenzo Gugliotti, Paul Longo, Luigi Pesce. Nicola Perugini, Luigi Ursini and Umberto Ursini.
 The auxiliary committee is headed by Mrs. Amedeo Barbieri and in- cludes: Mrs. Rocco Longo, Miss Flora Ciarlo, Miss Elda Mancini Miss Marie Sforza, Mrs. Aida Man cini. Miss Adeline Barbieri, Miss Philomena Parlapiano, Mis Leta Guerrera. Mrs. Emma Albini. Miss Virginia Rinaldi, Mrs. Angelina l Sforza. Mrs. Rosina 0uerrera, Mrs.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-07-02
WATERBURY MAN
 HELD IN MISHAP
Aged Pedestrian Fatally Injured Crossing Street
 in T0rringtOn

Thomas LaSelva, %, of 1O3 Scovil, street, this city, is held in bonds oi 1000 as a coroner's prisoner in Torrington, pending completion oi an an accident in which Andrew Serkey, 69, of South Main street Torrington, was fatally injured in that city last night.
 The aged man was struck as he was crossing South Main street. He was taken to Charlotte Hungerford hospital but was dead on arrival. He had suffered a broken neck, leg fractures and other hurts. LaSelva, whose wife was a pas senger in his car, immediately re- ported the accident to police. He said that he did not see the pedes- trian until it was too late to avoid hitting him. It was raining at the time of the accident, and LaSelva said that visibility was extremely poor.
 Police arrested LaSelva on a tech nical charge, and held him for ques- tioning by Coroner Lester Schaefer
 Serkey's body was removed to the Gleeson funeral home.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-07-02
SHOWERS CANCEL
 OUTDOOR PROGRAM
Events Held Indoors Fea- turing Peter AIexan-
 der's Orchestra

A light shower last night caused the transfer of social program out doors in the rear of St. Josephs school to the indoor auditorium. A platform has been constructed on the school grounds. to be used for dancing, card parties and roller skating. It measures 42 by 48 feet. Dancing will be held there every Saturday evening.
 Last nights program was at tended by several hundred persons Music was furnished by Peter Alex anders orchestra. Members of the arrangements committee were Charles Sauris, chairman; Walter Salemonas, Joseph Smolskis, Joseph Valunas and John Stadalink.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-07-02
Next Week: Seesaw, Marjorie Daw.

The eighth annual outing of the Pontelandolfo society and auxiliary at Lakewood Park tomorrow is ex- pected to draw large crowd from all over the state. There will be an all-day program of sports, en- tertainment, and a number of spe-
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-07-02
Many Auto Accidents Predicted In State
 Within 72 Hours
Community Clubs to Stage Annual Parades, Sports Programs Police Prepared to Enforce Ban on
 Fireworks Within Citys Limits

Beginning of the three day Fourth of July weekend today found thousands leaving or plan ming to leave the city for the hol- iday and others making plans for celebrating the day at home. Extra railroad coaches and busses bore large numbers of the holiday -bound to and from the city today, while passengers filled the highways.
 6eashore, lake, country and mountain resorts are turing many Waterburians either for the week. end or for a days visit. Nearby re-
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-07-02
LIBRARY TO GET
 D'ANNUNZIO BOOKS

The D'Annunzio commemoration committee sponsored a social pro- gram last night in Liberty hall, and proceeds will be used to purchase D'Annunzio's books for the Bron- son Library. The committee re- gently sponsored commemoration
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-07-02

Chairman 3. Platoon, Waterbury fire depart ment.
 4. Coyotes.
 Second Division l. Bunker Hill band. ?. Division Marshal, Everett West. 3. Mems league. 4. Kings Daughters. 5. Boy Scouts. 6. Girl Scouts. 2. Cub Scouts. 8. Other marching organizations.
 Third Division 1. Bunker Hill Drum Corps. 2. Division marshal, Ralph B. Storey. 3. Antiques and Horribles". comic and costumed individuals and groups. 4. Mounted individuals and groups. Special note: All who march in the third division should report to the division marshal, giving name
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-07-02

Monday will find MT. and Mrs. Joseph Caprio of 1856 Bishop street celebrating not only the Fourth of July but also their golden we'd ding anniversary. It was on July 4, 1888, that they were married in New York City.
 Scores of friends and relatives will gather at their home to con- graduate them on the completion of a half-century of welded hap piness.
 MT. and Mrs. Caprio had nine children, four of whom are now living: Mrs. Robert Johnston, of RidRefield Park, N. j.: Mrs.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-07-02
EX-LEGISLATOR DIES

New Milford, Conn.,, July 2-(UP) Funeral services will be held Sun day for Stephen c. Beach, 87, for mer member of the general assem- bly,, who died late yesterday after long illness. Beach formerly was selectman here and at Trumbull in Temple hall for a similar pur- pose.
 Alberto Ferretti was chairman Of the arrangements committee, as sisted by Domenic Barbieri and Frank Marucci.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-07-02

Nicholas Greece, Mrs. James Nor rone and Mrs. Alfonso Caprio of this city.
 Both are natives of Italy, and became American citizens after coming to this country. They have been residents of Waterbury for the past A. years.
 MT. and Mrs. Caprio are we'll known in the North End section of the city. They have been &C., tive in sectional affairs, and both are highly popular.
 Both are in good health and look forward with anticipation to their celebration on Monday.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-07-02
KILLED BY AUTO

Torrington, Conn, July 2-(UP) Andrew Serkey, 69, East Litch- field, was killed last night by a car operated by Thomas LaSelva, Waterbury.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-09-30
new DATE CHOSEN
FOR COP EVENT
Italian Republicans ia
Gather at Hotel TAFT,
October 6

The postponed biennial rally and
dinner OF the Connecticut Italian
Republican League will be held at
Hotel Taft, New Haven, at 3 o'clock
Oct. 9. II was announced today by
John A. Maresca, general chairman,
through Attorney George ]. Creole
CHA, publicity chairman.
Originally, the dinner -meeting
was planned last week ut Wilcoxs
pier. where the storm created havoc,
and announcement was made shortly
after first reports on the hurricane
damage that the affair would be
postponed.
At that time about 1900 tickets
had been sold and the chairman an.
nounced today that these tickets
are now for the meeting at New
Haven. Reservations will be UNDER
taken by members OF the committee
ana Attorney Charles r. Summe,
with Attorney Croclcchia, have
charge OF the Waterbury transport
tation arrangements and delegation
details.
Mr.. Summa Is president OF the
Waterbury branch OF the organiga-
tion and, with Judge Francis A. Pal
lott, OF Hartford. candidate for
attorney general, will DO one Of the
speakers. Most members OF the Re-
publican ticket are expected TO
attend.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-09-30
BANK STREET GIRL
REPORTED MISSING
Parents Request Friends
to Aid in Search-Fed.
Grafton Meets Tonight

Parents OF Miss Lena Raimonte,
10, OF $50 Bank street have become
anxious concerning her whereabouts
and have appealed TO their friends
and relatives TO assist them In To-
eating her.
The young girl left Waterbury
with intentions OF visiting friends In
Hartford and later In New York.
She left here Wednesday, Septem-
Der 2ist, which Is the date OF the
hurricane In the eastern section Of
Connecticut. No word has been re-
ceived from her since.
The girls mother Is III and men,
bers OF the family are endeavoring
10 contact Miss Lena and request
that she return.
The Lithuanian Catholic Fedora
tion will meet this evening at 1880
o'clock In the choir rooms OF 81
Joseph's school. Immediately after
the Junior choir will hold o rehear-
sal starting about $50 o'clock.
The 81. Cecilia choir OF Hartford
directed by Justin Balsis, will pre-
sent @ concert and play In st. Jo-
seph's auditorium next Sunday
evening at Z o'clock. The play will
be entitled, About TO Marry
The guest speaker Sunday will BIZ
Rev. John J. Kripas Of Hartford
former curate at 81. Joseph's church
here. Following the speaking pro-
gram, dancing will DO enjoyed. The
proceeds OF the affair will be turned
over TO the church.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-09-30
LIONS CLUB PICK
LOCAL DELEGATES
State Convention In Hart.
ford October S-NO
Meeting October n

The monthly business meeting OF
the Waterbury Lions club was held
OF the Hotel Elton yesterday noon
with President Francis ]. Calvin
presiding.
Or. Raymond 8. George, chairman
Of the New England district con-
vention committee OF the local club,
reported that q large number Of club
members and their wives are PLAN
ming 10 attend the convention being
held In the Hotel Bond In Hart
ford on October 8 and 0.
The club voted 10 dispense with
the noon meeting October ~ IN Or
der that tho club may attend the
zone meeting being hald In New Mill
ford on that date. Or. Glenn y.
Sweet, chairman Of the committee.
announced that the club will 60 10
New Milford by bus.
u was unanimously voted 10 hold
0 Christmas party for the Water
bury children that attended the
Lions farm this past summer. The
committee appointed to conduct the
affair consists OF sidney Pearson.
chairman: Layton A. Rose and will
liam O. Taylor.
The program committee under the
chairmanship Of II. Norton Decker
will meet during the coming week
70 plan the noon ay programs for
the coming month.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-09-30
TREMENDOUS TASK
CONFRONTS STATE
Coordinatifg Agency Re-
shaping Conditions Re-
sulting From Flood

The state Coordinating Agency
faced squarely today the tremendous
task of reshaping conditions OF dew
astation and ruin which resulted In
the food and hurricane.
Colonel Thomas Hewes Of Farm
ington, appointed by Governor Gross
to the agency which was created TO
speed up general rehabilitation, re-
ported to the state Publicity COM
mission that considerable progress
was apparent within q few hours Of
the agency's organization.
The task generally OF the agency
will DO threefold:
/. Answer oil inquiries about re-.
lief-act as central point which can
easily refer seekers TO proper au-
thorities.
.. TO save time. avoid probable
duplication OF relief efforts and
shape the fight along this line into
q compact unit which will expedite
reconstruction OF lives and homes.
3. Assist In formulating relief de-
tachments In instances where II Is
found that none exists.
In the once Of the State Coordi-
nation Agency Of the Old Senate
chamber In Hartford. State Capitol.
will be representatives Of six agen-
cies equipped TO handle emergencies
such as has been occasioned by the
food. These are:
Disaster Loan division, Recon-
struction Finance corporation,
American Red Gross. Farm Security
Administrative Works Progress Ad-
ministration, Federal Housing Ad-
ministration.
Colonel Hewes Is expecting 10 Is
sue @ comprehensive booklet within
few days which will contain ac-
curate information dealing with the
work Of these agencies.
80 far as relief for individuals IA
concerned the pamphlet will outline
briefly and conciseiy just where and
how 10 90 about securing assistance
II will deal with food, clothing
shelter, Republication, missing per-
sons, home reconstruction, livestock
replacement, business loans, policing
nursing, crop losses and other essen
tials.
For the benefit Of rehabilitatine
efforts OF municipalities, the agency
Is prepared 10 refer cities and towns
10 proper disaster loan ofaces and
recommend the setting Up OF Local
committees consisting Of FIRST select
man, chairmen Of the board OF a.
nance and board OF assessors, re-
spectiveiy and the town clerk.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-09-30

Litchfield assisted by Rev. Thomas
shea Of Ansonia, and Rev. David
c'keefe. A special musical program
was rendered under the direction OF
Professor Robert Brit, organist. VIII
liam CLASSIFY, soloist, rendered PIE
Jesu" OF the offertory and Mrs.
John Malone rendered "Panis An
gelicus," after the mass.
The honorary pallbearers, oil
members Of the Washington HILL
Athletic Club were: Patrick Moran,
Joseph Shea, John Slattery, John
Keefe, Thomas Walsh and Thomas
Purcell.
The local post office was repre-
sented by Postmaster Charles A.
Babin, Edgar Dwyer and James
eheehAii.
Representatives Of the Girls Gard
club were: Mrs. Rose Lynch, Mrs.
Annie Sullivan, Mrs. Joseph Cody,
MRS. Dennis Curtiss, Mrs. Josephine
Shea, Mrs. Patrick Fox and Mrs.
Bridget Kerwin.
Burial was In the family plot In
new g. Josephs cemetery with
committai services by Father O'Dea
The pallbearers, ell employees OF
the post office, included John Gar
rity, John Flaherty, Peter Carmody
Thomas Derwin, Thomas Phaien
and Bernard Shelley.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-09-30
FUNERAL SERVICES
HELD FOR SCHULTZ

Funeral services for Albert Schultz,
~, who took his life Tuesday night
after wounding his mother, Mrs.
Grace Schultz, 81, OF Al Wolcott
street, and his fiancee with shots
from 0 revolver, were held OF 2
O'Clock today from the Anderson
funeral home, with Rev. DR.. John
N. Lewis, rector Of 81, Johns Epis-
eopal church, ofiiciating. Burial was
In Pine Grove cemetery.
The condition Of Mrs. Schultz,
who was operated on yesterday for
removal OF two bullets lodged IN her
head, was reported good this after.
noon by 81. Mary's hospital au.
thoritieS.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-09-30
FUNERALS

The funeral Of Miss Josephine
@. Nelson will DO held tomorrow
morning ct 0 o'clock from the Null
vile funeral home, 2T0 West Main
street, 10 81. Thomas church at 10
o'clock. Burial viii be In the FAM
lily plot, new et. Joseph's ceme-
terry. Friends may call at the fu-
neral home today and this evening
The funeral Of Miss Helen vaitu-
kaitis will be held from the home,
90 Poplar street, tomorrow morn
Ing at $50 o'clock 10 o. Joseph's
church OF 0 o'clock. Burial viii be
IN Calvary cemetery. Friends may
call at the home today and this
evening.
The funeral OF John ]. Walsh WA
held this morning at Sis o'clock
from the Mulville funeral home, 27C
West Main street 10 81. Francis
xavier's church where o solemn
mass OF requiem was celebrated oil
0 o'clock by Rev. James O'Dea OF
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-09-30
JUDGE ROBERTS
GIVEN SUPPORT
ThOmastOn Town Clerk Is
Almost Assured Of
COP. Nomination

When the Republican delegates
meet for the Sand district senatorial
convention tomorrow at i0:S0 O'Clock
at the Curtis House, woodbury.
Judge J. Howard Roberts Of Thonl-
aston, Is reliably reported to be tAe
successful nominee, following with
drawal Of 4. r, Kaiser, veteran
Thomaston selectmal.
Judge Roberts Is understood Il
have q majority Of the delegates IA
voring his candidacy today and, uil-
less some hitch develops overnight
his nomination Is said to be as
sured. He Is at present Judge Of
probate, town clerk, town attorney,
and prosecutor In the Litchfield
county common pleas court.
Meanwhile, at Waterbury, the date
OF the probate convention Is report
cd TO have been showed forward
from Thursday, next week, to We'd
nesday. Various OF the candidates
have been eliminated from specula-
ton as to their chances but Town
Chairman j. Warren Epson Is ex-
pected to have the final say, even
should he fail to accede to impor-
tunings Of supporters to take the
nomination himself.
Republican reports concede Attor-
ney George II. Lynch the edge In
strength, In the event Mr.. Epson
declines to run with possibilities Of
Attorneys Maurice p. Wrenn, Albert
J. 1ronsky, Philip Bernstein and
Edward r. Sweeney may gather SUI
ficient strength on the floor TO swing
the nomination.