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The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-01-21
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 Board OF Finance
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him there.
 The states attorney, as a matter of course in the taking of deposi- tions from employees of the control ler's office, had telephoned MT. Leary's office and learned that MT. Leary was out of the city on his vacation. Commissioner John H. Goss, of the board of finance, like wise is unavailable for comment on the affairs presently being publi- cized, it was learned today, and he will not be back in Waterbury until some time in February.
 Quotes Vote of Board
 The corporation counsel quotes the vote of the board of finance as of its meeting January IT: voted: That all publicity emanating from the comptroller's office relative to city accounts be discontinued until aftersthe audit as requested by the states attorney is made" This vote has been made an issue by the Re- publican organization newspapers which were engaged in a publicity attack" on the administration.
 Free Press "Bugaboo"
 The cry of free press" was raised but those familiar with the situation Awere aware that the attack" items from Controller Rowland were re- leased only to the Republican, American and that all information was refused The Democrat, from the day that MT. Rowland took office. Hence, observers remarked, it never" was a question of free press. It was only question of smearing by means of special staff from the Republican, American"
 At the controllers office this noon, it was remarked that Controller Rowland was "out of the office but was expected to return" It was learned that communication from the mayors office is in the office" This, it was understood, was the opinion from the corporation counsel upon which The Demo- crat sought some comment from Controller Rowland. This comment
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-01-21
FUNERALS

The funeral of Mrs. Sarah G.. Wethered was held yesterday at 3 o'clock at St. Johns Episcopal church, Rev. Dr. John N. Lewis, rector of the church, officiating Burial was in old Pine Grove ceme- tery. Bearers were Thomas, Joseph, James and William Candy, Chris topher Maloney and Edward Dous- mas. A delegation from the Mothers guild of St. Johns church attended.
 The funeral of Samuel Vilciauskas Williamson of Prospect was held from the DelinikS funeral home yes- terday. Burial was in the Lithuanian Independent association cemetery Rev. Thomas Cochard of Prospect officiated. Bearers were Walter Mo- razaS, Carol KrasnitSkas, Michael AliaSauskas, Vincent Ayaklinavich, John DvilenSkis and Charles Lucas.
 The funeral of William H. Mad den will be held from the home, 26 Woodlawn terrace, at 8:30 o'clock tomorrow to St. Margaret's church at g o'clock. Burial will be in the family plot, St. BrigidS cemetery, North Manchester.
 The funeral of Angelo Davino will be held tomorrow morning from the home, 100 Francis street, at 8 o'clock to the Church of Our Lady of Mount Carmel where a solemn high mass will be celebrated at o'clock. Burial will be in the family plot, Calvary cemetery.
 The funeral of Mrs. Nellie A. Wilder will be held from the AL derson Funeral Home, 70 Central avenue, tomorrow afternoon at 2 o'clock, Rev. Theodore c. Bobilin, pastor of the First Methodist Epis- copal church. officiating. Burial will be in old Pine Grove cemetery. Friends may call at the funeral home this evening from ' to g o'clock.
 Funeral services for Edward Bunce. TOT the past zu years Janl- tor of the police department, will be held tomorrow morning at 8l5 o'clock from the home, 638 Baldwin street, to St. Francis Xavier church, where a solemn high mass will be celebrated at g o'clock. Burial will be in new St. Joseph's cemetery.
 The funeral of Mrs. Margaret Kruse was held from the Mulville funeral home, 370 West Main street this morning at SIS o'clock to St. Cecilia's church where a solemn mass of requiem was celebrated at g o'clock by Rev. Peter Cuny. The Ladies' society of the parish attend ed the services in Q body. Burial was in Holy Sepulchre cemetery. Newark, N. J. The pallbearers were: Mark A. Tierney, Edward Ryan, Ed ward BoiSvert and Rudolph Kuester.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-01-21
REUNION LEADERS
 CONVENE TONIGHT
Wilby Graduates to Pass Out Tickets for Dance at
 Waverly Next Month

A second meeting of alumni plan ming the first annual reunion and dance of the Wilby high school, class of 1883 will be held tonight in room l of the Central Y. M. o. A. at 8 o'clock. Tickets will be distrib- uted.
 The reunion, which will be semi- formal, is being planned for Feb ruary 28 at 8:30 o'clock in Waverly inn. Albert Vestro will be toastmas- ter. Guests will include Joseph P. Kennedy, principal and the senior class teachers.
 Entertainment will be presented by group of the graduates, who will be secured by Samuel Rimer, as chairman of the entertainment committee. The general committee is composed of Ralph Minervino, chairman; MT. Rimer, Mary Scalo, in charge of table arrangements; MT. Vestro, Marie Scalzo, Dorothy Salvatore, Betty Inglis, Sando Bol- ogna, John Greblunas, Raymond Leopold and Michael GannutZ, who was president of the 1883 class.
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was not forthcoming before 1 o'clock today.
 Text of Finding
 The complete text of the corpora ton counsels opinion is as fol- lows:
 MT. Sherwood L. Rowland,
 City Comptroller,
 City.
 Dear Sir: Your letter to Mayor Hayes requesting from me an opin- ion whether or not there is any, thing contained in the Charter of the City of Waterbury which would prohibit the City Comptroller as an elected public official from releasing information regarding the public records of this public office and, sec ondly, if the Board of Finance has the authority to pass vote to pro- hibit the Comptroller as public of f1cer from giving information from public records to the taxpayers and the citizens of the City," has been received.
 In reply to your first inquiry, I wish to quote you Section 101 of the Charter of the City of Waterbury which provides as follows:
 Sec. 101. Subject to Board of Finance. There will be a comptroller, elected as hereinbefore provided, who shall, under the charter and or dinances, be subject to the general direction of the mayor and the board of finance in all matters concerning the financial affairs of the city"
 am also advised by the City Clerk, who is clerk of the Board of Finance, that the following vote was passed by the Board of Finance at meeting of said board January IT, 1888:
 Voted: That all publicity emanat- ing from the Comptroller's office relative to city accounts be discon- tinued until after the audit as re- quested by the States Attorney is made"
 In view of the charter provisions and vote of the Board o. Finance heretofore quoted, advise you that you, as City Comptroller, are prohibited from releasing informa- tion regarding the financial affairs of the city.
 In reply to your second inquiry wish to advise you that the Board i of Finance has authority to pass a vote prohibiting you, as City Comp troller, from giving information from public records concerning finances of the city, because the financial affairs of the city are vest ed by Charter in the Board of Finance and Sections 101 and 107 of the Charter indicate specifically that you, as Comptroller, are a subor- dinate official to the Mayor and Board of Finance, concerning finan- cial affairs of the City. I am, however, of the opinion that although the Board of Finance has supervision and control over your actions, concerning financial mat ters of the City, and that it is your duty to adhere to the intent and purpose of their vote, I believe that the records in the Comptroller's of- flee are public records and should be available within reasonable times to the public for inspection, providing of course that such inspection will not interfere with the business of your office, and that the inspection will be made in your presence, or in the presence of some city employe of your office.
 Very truly yours,
 Signed: CHARLES O'CONNOR, Corporation Counsel
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-01-21

row morning at the scout house in the rear of the First Congregational church at 10 o'clock. Howard Smith, Sunday editor of the Waterbury Republican, will give a talk on journalism.
 A feature of the barley will be a report of the nominating committee and election of officers. The nom- mating committee personnel in- cludes Franklin Farrell of Troop Is of St. Ann's church as chairman; Harold Murphy of Troop of St. Thomas Church, Frank McGough of Troop 1 of WatertoWn, and Stanley Dibble of Troop of Nau- gatuck.
 The program committee is made up of Hayden Nichols of Troop 21 of the West Side Methodist church, Robert Archambault of Troop IS ct SS. Peter and Paul church, Jerry Squires of Troop 2 of the Second Congregational church, and Fred Waugh of Troop 22 of the First Congregational church.
 Cub Pack
 The Cubs of Pack 3 of the First Congregational church will meet this afternoon for an outing at Black Rock. A diversified program of outdoor activities will be en- joyed by a supper cooked by the scouts themselves.
 Rev. James H. Phillips, new curate at the church who recently succeed ed Rev. Harold Craw, is the new cubmaster and will be in charge ot the program, Donald Donahue ot the council office will also attend
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-01-21
Legal Notices

DISTRICT of WATERBURY, ss.
 PROBATE COURT, January 21st.
 A. D. 1898. ESTATE of JAMES P.
 KANE, late of the Town of Wa
 terbury in said District, deceased,
 Minor, an Incompetent Person.
 The AdministratriX, having ex- hibited her account with said estate to this Court for allowance, it is
 ORDERED, That the 25th day of January. A. D. 1888, at 1O:OO o'clock, Tn the forenoon, standard time, at the Probate Office in Waterbury, be and the same is, assigned for hearing on the allowance of said account, and the Court directs the Administratrix, to give notice there Of, by publishing this order in some newspaper having a circulation in said District, and by leaving with, or by mailing in registered letters addressed to each of the persons interested, and residing without the Probate District of Waterbury, a copy of this order, all at least three days before said day of hearing.
 Attest;
 MARGUERITE M. FAHY, 1-2l-1t Asst. Clerk.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-01-21
ORRIN |. ROOT
 TAKEN BY DEATH
Massachusetts Man Suc- cumbs to Injuries From
 December Fall
TORRINGToN
Correspondent: John Carr Phone Torrlngton 6445

Torrington, Jan. q - Orrin L Root, 79, lately of Ashley Falls Mass, died at 12:45 yesterday morn ing at the home of his sister-in- law, Mrs. Emma Bowen where he has resided the past ten years. His death resulted from an injury he received in a fall while visiting a relative for the Christmas holidays As a result of the fall, he suffered three fractured ribs and had been confined to his bed since the fall and pneumonia developed two days ago.
 Alice Roberts Root, his wife, died in 1926. Surviving are two sons: Or rin H., of this city and Louis c. of Domenick c. Tremp of this city and Mrs. William H. Adair of Phila- delphia; four brothers: Edwin of Cleveland, O., Wilfred of Seymour, Charles of Pine Meadow and James; one sister, Mrs, Clara Beany of Manchester; six grand children: two great-grandchildren and several nieceS and nephews Funeral plans are incomplete.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-01-21
CHLORINE INSURES
 PURITY OF WATER
Supply for l,50O,0OO Resi- dents of Connecticut
 Protected By Process

Treatment of water by chlorina- tion requires only minute dosages of chlorine, yet by this process about 80 per cent of the 1,500,000 Con- necticut people who receive their water from the public supply sys- tems are protected against any chance contamination of the water, since even though minute the dos age successfully eliminates disease carrying bacteria. Chlorination is the prevailing method of disinfec. tion or sterilization of water in this state, and the number of systems equipped with the necessary ma chinery to perform this task is in- creasing year by year.
 The process consists of the addi- tion of minute quantities of chlorine either directly to the water in gas- eouS form or as a solution of water and chlorine through devices known as chlorinators. On the larger grav- ity supplies the chlorine dosage is proportioned to the flow by means of pressure connections from a flow meter in the water main. Usual dosages range from three to eight pounds of chlorine per million gall Ions of water, corresponding to from 0.24 to 0.96 part per million. The total dosage required for disinfec- tion which must be slightly in ex- cess of the chlorine demand Gas shown in tests) varies widely for waters of different character and with differing organic content. The fact that the chlorine demand of water is varied at different seasons and after rains and thaws necessi- tates that careful supervision be ac- corded the chlorine dosage by means of tests.
 When chlorine is added to water, 8 certain amount of it enters into combination with substances in the water to form harmless compounds resembling common table salt, which is sodium chloride. After sufficient chlorine is added to effect such combinations, the additional free or residual chlorine in excess acts to kill any harmful bacteria in the supply. hlorination is the final safe- guard applied to water to insure its purity when sent out through the mains to the public.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-01-21
THREE ARE FREED
 IN AUTO CRASHS

Hartford, Conn, Jan. 21.-(UP).- Three men were exonerated and 8 fourth was found criminally respon- sible for automobile accident deaths in Connecticut in finding issued to- day by coroners.
 George Skinner, Berlin, was freed of criminal responsibility in the death of Mary Koziatek, 21, New Britain. injured fatally at Plainville, Dec. 12.
 Victor W. Czanarty, New Britain, was exonerated in the death of Will liam Walkiuewicz, 45, New Britain, injured fatally at New Britain Nov. IA.
 Daniel D'Elia, Bridgeport, was ex- onerated in the death of George E. Warman, 46, Bridgeport, at Mill ford, Jan. IA.
 Walter J. Bethke, New Haven, was held criminally responsible for the death of George w. Woolson, 66, Naugatuck, at Woodbridge.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-01-21
JUDGMENT ON
 HOLC PETITION
Decision Given By Judge Finn in Court of COrl-
 mon Pleas Today

The Home Owners Loan Corpor- ation was today awarded a forecloS- ure judgment by Judge Edward J. Finn in the court of common pleas against Richard T. Hallowell, Mary Veronica Hallowell and the R. F. Worden Go.
 Hallowell, present operator of a refreshment stand on the College Highway, Cheshire, was at one time local theater manager.
 The foreclosure proceedings in- volve the property wherein the re- treatments stand is now located. The debt is fixed at $9,594.89 and the law day for the Hallowells is September ?, 1888. Law day for the Worden Dairy is September 8.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-01-21
MRS. HELEN SPIESS
 AWARDED DIVORCE

Divorce on grounds of intolerable cruelty was today granted Mrs. Helen V. Spiess by Judge Frank P. McEvoy in superior court. The ac- tion was uncontested. The couple was married September 10, 1883. The husband, Robert A. Spiess, was not present at the court hearing.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-01-21
SOUND OUT JAPAN

London, Jan. 21-CUP)--The gov- ernment has instructed Sir Robert Craigie, ambassador at Tokyo, to sound out the Japanese government on its intentions as regards battle ship construction, it was understood today. After Craigie reports, it was
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-01-21
Costing On Revised Schedule

Yesterday the recreation commits sion announced that henceforth there will be no more supervised coasting on College and North Chapel streets but there would be coasting on a newly opened street, Funston avenue.
 According to the schedule pre- sented, there will be supervised coasting on both Winthrop and Bannon in the afternoon and even- ings, in the afternoons on Funston avenue, and eveings only on Mo- Kinley street.
 Tn the afternoon periods of su- pervison are from to 5, and in the evenings from to g. Skating will be continued evenings under flood lights at the Fuessenich park from 2 to g p. m.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-01-21
Scout Review Board
 In Session Tonight
Council Executives to Meet With District Leaders al
 St. Lucy's Parish; Headquarters Troop to Meet

district board of review will be held by Mattatuck Council, Boy Scouts of America this evening at 7:3o o'clock at headquarters of Troop 16 of St. LucyS Roman Catholic church Council officials who will be present will include Harold Manning and Walton Smith, representing the councils committee on scout advancenen Michael Dichee scoutmaster of the host troop and Vincent Mar tinelli chairman of the troop committee
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-01-21
Historical
Officers Elected At
 First Church Meeting
Annual Reports Read, Committee Chairmen Chosen
 for '38; Supper Served By Women of Congregation

Henry L. Griggs; delegates to Wa terbury Council of Churches, John c. Bradley and Edwin c. Northrop; historical committee, Nathaniel R. Bronson, Giles R. Anderson and Miss Caroline s. Church; religious education committee, Mrs. William A. Service, Mrs. Mark L. Sperry, Jr., and John L. Vaill.
 Rev. Dr. James E. Gregg, pas tor, and James Phillips, church
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C1V1C
 school superintendent, are ex-offi- cio members of the last committee.
 H0steSSeS
 HostesseS at the supper were Mrs. James E. Gregg, Miss Ruth Sperry, Mrs. Henry Griggs, Mrs Charles Hamilton, Mrs. Joseph Hetzel, Miss Edith Sellew, Miss Charlotte Henry, Mrs. R. Bron- son, Miss Florentine Hayden, Mrs Laurence Bean, Mrs. Walter L. Barber, Jr., Mrs. w. c. Bailey and Mrs. H. c. Anderson.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-01-21
I,ocal Girls Wed

The wedding of Miss Mary Giar- nese, daughter of Domenick Giar . nese, 127 Turner avenue, and Fred erick A. Heath, Jr., son of MT. and Mrs. Frederick A. Heath, 43 Wood ruff avenue, Winsted, was held yes terday morning at Il o'clock at the St. Peters rectory.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-01-21
Concert Monday

VOMCtTE NUIIudy
 Frank Scimonelli, cornetist, will be guest soloist for the Music Club at its concert Monday evening. MT, Sciomonelli is but 19 years Of age, and has been playing the cornet with various orchestras since he was 12.
 MT. Scimonelli will play two groups of cornet solos and will be accompanied by Miss Mary Michna at the piano.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-01-21
OBITUAR

DESCHENES-Mrs. Melvina DeS- chenes, 82, widow of John c. Deschenes, died yesterday afternoon at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Clarence Grenier of APO Mill street after long illness. She was born in Canada and had lived here for 48 years. She was a corEmunicant of St. Ann's church and a member of the Danes de St. Ann of that parish,
 Survivors include her daughter, Mrs. Gernier; son, Joseph Des- chenes, of this city; and three grandchildren and one grea grandchild.
 The funeral will be held tomorrow morning from the Belleville funeral home, 68 East Clay street, at 8:30 o'clock to St. Ann's church at o. clock. Burial will be in old St. Jos eph's cemetery. Friends may call at the funeral home this afternoon and evening.
 FORD-John A. Ford, Sr., 79, of 40 Melbourne terrace this morning at 40 Melbourne terrace, died this morning at his home He was born in Prospect, Oct .31, 1858. For some time he was associated as sexton of the First Methodist church. He was a member of the Ridgely Lodge of Odd Fellows of Torrington.
 MT. Ford is survived py two sons, John A. Ford, Jr., of East Ar lington, Mass, and Malcolm J. Ford of Devon, Conn.,; three daughters, Mrs. c. Russell KirSch with whom he made his home, Mrs. Ralph Lane and Mrs. Mary Bunnell of Hart ford, eight grandchildren and three great grandchildren.
 The funeral will be held on Mon- day from the Alderson Funeral Home, 70 Central avenue at a time to be announced later. Burial will be in Riverside cemetery. Rev. Theo- dore Bobilin will officiate. ROSA-Guerino Rosa, 39, of 115 Clover street, died last evening at St. Mary's hospital. He was a native of Italy and came to this country and city 25 years ago. He had been em- ployed by the Waterbury Steel Ball Go. He was member of the Civita Progresso society.
 MT. Rosa is survived by his wife, Maria; his parents, four brothers, Joseph, Silvio and James, all of this city, and Stefano of Springfield, Mass; and sister, Mrs. Girolmo Guccione, of Italy.
 The funeral will be held from the home, 115 Clover street on Monday morning at o'clock to Our Lady of Lourdes church where solemn mass of requiem will be celebrated at g o'clock. Burial will be in Calvary cemetery.
 RUFFER-Ilse Augusta Ruffer, 16 of B Wood street died this morning at her home. She was born in Ger many and was the daughter of Paul and Augusta Ruffer. Miss Ruffer was senior at Wilby high school.
 She is survived by her parents; and by her grandparents in Ger many.
 The funeral will be held from the Alderson funeral home, 70 Central avenue, Rev. Martin Lorenz off1ciat- ing, time and arrangements to be an- nounced later.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-01-21
"Y" Senior Leaders Meet

An organization meeting of the senior leaders corps of the physical department will be held this even- ing at the Y. M. c. A. A supper will be served at 6 o'clock.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-01-21

At the end of the World War the United States had 45 squadrons on the western front. That would be about 675 planes.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-01-21

Other troops in District B which will be represented at the meeting will be Troop 35 of All Souls church, Troop 5 of the First Baptist church, Troop g of Beth Fl Synagog, and Troop 4 of St. Thomas church.
 Press Club
 The newly organized Press Club will hold its second meeting tomor-
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-01-21

A gasoline automobile was used in the United States postal service in 1901.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-01-21

said, the government may consult the American and French govern mentS.
Evening star., 1938-10-18
STEEL MENFEAR
NEW REDUCTIONS
r.
Additional Price Cutting
on Strips and Sheets
Trouble Industry.
By the Associated Press.

NEW YORK, Oct. 1s-Steel men
were troubled by reports of more
price cutting on products of the big
mechanized continuous strip and sheet
mills constructed in recent years.
In trade circles it was reported
"independent" steel makers had slash
ed the price Of galva nized sheets, an
important finished Item, as much
as 81 a ton.
Keen competition for business in
hot and cold rolled strips and sheets,
particularly from the large automobile
companies, was said to have resulted
in one of the most unstable pricing
situations the industry has seen in
years.
Bolstering previous reports Of addi-
tional cuts of 50 ton on sheets,
trade publication, said "the market
in hot and cold rolled strips and sheets
is now Sc ton under prices ruling
few weeks ago.
Further Drop Seen.
Hot and cold rolled sheets are
quoted at 81 further decline without
any Official announcements being
made" the trade publication said
Sellers also made open quotations
on galvanized sheets, reducing the for
mer recognized base price by So to 81
a ton, quoting from $50 70 3.35 cents
4 pound at the leading points"
While making no formal comment,
spokesmen for some OF the big steel
companies indicated leading sellers
would meet competition at lower prices
where reductions definitely had been
established and it was necessary to
secure business.
Whether the price-cutting would
spread and increase pressure for reduc-
ton in wages was question the in
dustry waited for events to answer.
Larger Losses Likely.
The American Metal Market said
there was some hope the old prices
would be restored since the lowered
quotations threatened to increase
losses on sales
In comment on the price reductions.
the trade publication charged some
steel producers nave Rolten Lhe IN
dustry into serious trouble"
The whole steel market is much
disturbed" it continued, because
where cuts occur in one line consumers
have ground for suspicion that there
will be cuts in some other lines.
Steel prices were too low as it was,
in view OF high wages, increasing
taxes and mounting overhead"