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The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-08-02
City HeaIth's

One case of scarle fever was reported in Waterbury last week, according to figures of the state board of health and Dr. Edward J. Godfrey, city health officer, said today that unseasonal inci- dence of the disease finally has been eliminated in this section although II new cases were re- ported in Meriden during the week.
 There were two cases of whoop- Ing cough and one lobar pneu- monia reported in Waterbury. In Meriden, there were IS cases of whooping cough, the report shows.
 Scarlet fever cases have reached almost epidemic stage in the state during the last few months but now there are only ono new case each in this city, Hartford and Milford. with Mer- iden the center of incidence.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-08-02

officials and lay persons from vari- ous states in attendance. Headquarters
 Convention delegates will be guests of the Holy Ghost parish and will have the Hotel Bethlehem as convention headquarters.
 Many important business meetings have been arranged as well as several large social functions. Solemn religious ceremonies will be held at the Church of the Holy Ghost.
 Installation of new officers will be held at the final joint session on August "A. The president head of | the Verein is Frank c. Blied and Mrs Mary Filser Lohr heads the Women's Union. Most Rev. John J. Glennon, D. D., archbishop of st. Louis, Mo, is spiritual director of the group.
 Among the outstanding addresses to be given are "The Outstretched Hand of Communism" by the Most Rev. Aloysius J. Muench, D. D.. Bishop of Fargo, N. D.; Youth Must Act by Rev. Edward A. Bruemmer, second vice-president of the Verein; What Must We Do for the Young Catholic Workcr?" by James c, Lanshe, Allentown, Pa lawyer: "The Specialization of Men. " by the Rev Bernard w. Dempsey s. J., of St. Louis university, St.. Louis, Mo.
 Convention Motto
 The convention motto, chosen from the words of Pope Plus XI, is as follows:
 For God or against God, this once more is the alternative that shall decide the destdnies of all mankind in politics, in finance, in morals, in the sciences and arts, in the state, in civil and domestic so- ciety. In the east and in the west, everywhere this question con- fronts us as the deciding factor because of the consequences that | flow from f."
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-08-02
Attorney Hennessey
 In Initial Finding
 Vindicates Connolly
Circumstances Surrounding Death of Joseph Neurakis on Watertown Ave- Explained-Accident Occurred
 Early July lO--Deeeased Walking Along Road

the calf of the right leg by the rear license plate and rear left of the bumper of Connelly's car, as 1t swerved to avoid him, and thrown to the ground. Connelly's car struck a pole at the right or east erly side of the road and of the shoulder of the road. The damage to the car was slight, consisting Of broken headlight and slightly bent front gumper and fender. The rear marker plate was bent and there were some blood marks on the left edge of the rear bumper. Rendered Senseless
 The deceased was at once re- moved unconscious to Waterbury hospital. The blow from the edge of the rear license plate and left rear bumper severely tore the calf of deceased's right leg. Tn striking the pavement the deceased was knocked unconscious and sustained severe head injuries. There was a large confused swelling on the left front part of deceased's head. The was blood in the spinal fluid. His condition at first improved slightly but he never full regained consciousness. He later became worse and died at said hospital on the 10th day of July, 1888, at POT a. m, E. s. T.
 find that the death of the said Joseph Neurakis was due to cere- bral injuries lacerated right leg and separation of the muscles of the calf thereof broken clavicle and shock, sustained in the man. ner hereinbefore described, but that said death was not due to the criminal negligence of the opera tor of the car the said Joseph E. Connolly.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-08-02
Deputy Coroner Exonerates Operator
OFFER ACCEPTED
 BY PARK BOARD
Equipment to Be Available for New Playground
 Site Next Summer

The park board accepted proffer from the school board of the lot at Russell and Seymour streets yes- terday at the meeting with design to set up Q playground there next year. Presently, the park board has not the equipment but an increase in the general playground program Is anticipated by consideration in next years budget.
 Groups in the Brooklyn and Town Plot sections have besought use of the school board property for play grounds since early last month. The park board would not again as- sume responsibility fof establish of playground on the Duggan school land because of damage there some time ago caused by youngsters at night after the playground closed with result that the park board had to reimburse the school board.
 The former Porter street school grounds was suggested as a better site and the park board agreed to establish playground there if the building, not now in use, should be raZed.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-08-02
New Dean Chosen For
 Boston College Staff
Young Boston Barrister to Head Law School Served
 as Corporation Counsel of Boston at Age of 3l

that he felt he could not continue to assume the responsibilities of the deans office. MT. O'Keefe was one of the first professors in the Bos- ton College Law school and he played an important part in the early organization and development of the school.
 Starts 10th Year
 The law school was established in 1929, and is now entering on It's tenth year. After only three years existence, the school achieved in 1882 the rating of an Approved Law School by the American Bar Asso- ciation, and in 1887, was admitted as an Approved Law School to membership in the Association of American Law Schools. Only three other New England law schools have been approved by both associations. No other law school in the country
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-08-02
Slander!. l.

Suit seeking $5,0O0 damages was entered today in the com mon pleas court by the Russian American Citizens Political club against Andrew Stack, the of- flcers of the club accusing the defendant of circulating a ma = liclous report" about them on July IA.
 The complaint alleges that the defendant transmitted a letter in Russian in which he &C., cused the officers of the club of "appropriating club moneys to their own use," and other "slan- der". The officers set forth that their high regard in the community" has been attacked and they seek damages.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-08-02
"Drun1-head"

Plans for the annual drum head service to be held Sunday after noon at Library park will be made at a joint meeting of Lord Kitch- ener post and auxiliary, British War Veterans, at the post rooms on Scovill street tomorrow night.
 Members of several British War Veterans posts about the state and delegates from local veterans organizations will attend Sundays exercises.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-08-02

Henry E. Foley, former corpora ton counsel of the city of Boston, has been appointed dean of Boston College Law school 1t has been an- nounced by Rev. William J McGar- ry, 8. J., president of Boston college. Father McGarry stated that MT. Foley, who Is actively engaged in the private practice of law, has agreed to act as dean temporarily, and pending the appointment of per- manent dean, for the purpose of studying and revising the policies and the curriculum and methods of instruction at the law school. Mir. Foley. who will continue in his pri- vate practice while engaged in this task, will succeed, as dean, William J. O'Keefe. Mir. O'Keefe rendered his formal resignation on July 9, stat ing that new interests would demand SO much of his time and attention
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-08-02

Joseph E. Connolly, of GA Will Hams street, East Hartford, is ab- solved of criminal responsibility in the death of Joseph Neurakis, also known as Neureikis, in q finding handed down today by Deputy Cor oner William B. Hennessey. Neura- kis died July 10 from injuries suf- fered when struck by Connellys car on Watertown avenue, near Robbins street, June 28. The finding Is the first filed by MT. Hennessey since his recent appointment.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-08-02
Fugitive!

Chief Inspector Joseph Stevens of the detective bureau said today that New York detectives would come here to claim custody of Thomas LaR0cca, 45, of IA Yer ana street, South Brooklyn, N. Y., who was arrested here last even ing as a fugitive from justice.
 New York police said that La Rocca Is charged with feloniouS assault as a result of a stabbing affray. The suspect has agreed to waive extradition.
 Detective Lieutenants William Foley, Henry Johnson and Ed ward McElligott arrested LaROcca In a house on Dixie avenue. He had been In Waterbury only few days.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-08-02
Delegates Named For
 Verein Conference
Waterbury to Be Represented at S3rd Session of Ger-
 man Catholics at Bethlehem, Pa., August 2O.24

Charles Wollschlager, state presi-
 dent of the Catholic Central Verein of America, accompanied by Mrs. Wollschlager, state legislative chairman, and Mrs. Theresa Pel-
 ger of this city will attend the eighty-third annual convention of the Catholic Central Verein of
 America which is to be held as a
 joint session with the Pennsylvania
 Branch of the Verein. The con- vention is scheduled to be held from August 20 to 24 at Bethlehem, Penn. Mrs. Mary Misback of Ham,
 den, state c. w. U. president, will also be in attendance. Last year
 the convention was held in Hart
 ford with many prominent church
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-08-02
Blame Boys

Boys were blamed by police to- day for burglary last night at the Southern New England Ice Co. on Watertown avenue. About SIP in change was stolen from a cabinet after the offices had been ransacked.
 Entrance was gained through a small window in the rear. Detec- tive-Lieutenant Connie Shanna- han investigated.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-08-02
Bazaar Ends

The annual bazaar of the Church of St. John of the Cross, Mlddlebury, ended last night, rain forcing all outdoor activi- ties inside. Rev. Raymond J. Kennedy today expressed his thanks to the committees that enabled the fair to be such a success.
 One of the concluding features was presentation of hope chest to MT. and Mrs. Joseph McNel- lis, IT,, popular residents of the parish.
 A boy and girl orchestra from Town Plot, Waterbury, provided music for dancing.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-08-02
Wilson Post

A meeting of Wilson post, Ameri- can Legion, will be held tomorrow night. Reports will be submitted on the state convention held last week at New London.
 Commander Joseph Hazel and Hersey Watson were official dele gates from the post, while a large number of other members also at- tended.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-08-02
Designs Plans

Louis Walsh, local architect, is now engaged in drawing plans for a new convent and parochial school to be erected by St. Bren- dams church. New Haven. The buildings will cost more than $l00000.
 Rev. Dr. John Mclaughlin, pastor of the church, states that the convent will be erected first, with the school to be built at a later date. The new structures will harmonize with the present church and rectory, which are of Gothic design.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-08-02
- SPOTLIGHTTNG- Brass City News

$301 to the Chase Co.,, finally was voted last night by the Board of Aldermen.
 The sum represents payment for a building permit made to the City of Waterbury last year when, properly, the permit was for building over the city line. The controller, in spite of rulings, board votes, request of the com pany for it's money, has refused to honor vouchers for the $30l.
 Without comment and without consideration. the Board of AL dermen voted unanimously to re- pay the money.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-08-02

has received the approval of both associations within so short a time after it's foundation. The school to- day has more than four hundred students and twenty-two faculty members.
 Father McGarry, in announcing the appointment, said that he had selected MT. Foley because of his unusual qualifications for the posi- ton, including his experience as a praticing attorney and as an ad- tniristrator, and his scholarly train ing. MT. Foley received his A. B. degree from Boston college in 1922, and the degree of LIB. and SUD. from Harvard Law school in 1925 and 1928. He then became associated with the Boston law firm of Ropes Gray, Boyden and Perkins. While with that firm he specialized in re- ceivership and corporate reorganiza- tion practice, and was of counsel in number of leading congratulations in New England. He is the author of articles on corporate problems published in the Harvard Law Re- view and other leading publications.
 In 1884, MT. Foley resigned from Ropes, Gray, Boyden and Perkins to become at the age of thirty-one corporation counsel of the city of Boston, under Mayor Mansfield. He continued in that position until January 1898, when he returned to the private practice of law, opening his own offices at No. 10 Post Office Square. Boston, where he will con- tinue in practice while acting as dean. MT. Foley has been connected with the law school since its estab- lishment, having conducted courses in the law of property and in the law of corporati tons.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-08-02
'"Kiddies Day"

Saturday, August 27, has been selected as the date for the Kid dies Day program sponsored by the Tax Payers and Rent Payers association of Waterbury, accord ing to an announcement today by John P. Shea, organizer of the association.
 The youngsters will be given free refreshments. Other features of the day will be band concert, vaudeville, and sports events.
 A similar event was held last year under the auspices of the Washington Hill Companionship club, also organized by MT. Shea
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-08-02
Roosevelt Lodge

Preliminary arrangements for the state convention of the Knights of Pythias, to be held in this city in October, were discussed last night at a meeting of Roosevelt lodge at the lodge hall. An arrange ments committee is now being selecetd by the officers.
 Chancellor Commander Jack Freedman acted as chairman oi last nights session.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-08-02
On Duty

Patrolman Joseph Collins has returned to regular duty in the police department after an ab- sence of several months due to ill., ness. He went off duty following a back injury.
 Patrolman Collins, who former ly did duty in Exchange Place, has been assigned to 8 beat in tho West End.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-08-02
Long Last!

Recommended since last Feb- ruary by the Board of Finance, sought by the Chase Brass & Copper O., since the first of the year, and held up by Controller Sherwood L. Rowland during the last several months. repayment of
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-08-02
BOARD OF HEALTH

The board of health will hold its regular meeting at 5:&5 o'clock at the health department oifce and the board of works will meet ct 7:%5 o'clock at the mayors ofiice.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-08-02

4 Chilean delega ton visited Clark Gable on the ''Too Hot to Handle" set and presented hin with a vol tune of "Chile,' containing hun- dreds of Beautiful photographs o' the South American country.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-08-02
BOY IS DROWNED

Thompsonville, Conn, Aug. 2.--- (UP)--Four- -year-old Frederick Cin- eski wandered away from his mothers side while she was visiting q neighbor and was drowned late yesterday in Freshwater Brook.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-08-02

Deputy Coroner Hennessey says that Neurakis was walking along the highway at the time he was struck Connolly, he says, was operating his car at a reasonable speed and, in a careful manner.
 Witnesses Quizzed
 Witnesses examined at the inquest were Connolly, Sol B. Lauria of 192 Plaza avenue; Motor Patrolman James Magner; John Connolly of Englewood, N. J., and Mrs. Kathe- rine Connolly, of East Hartford.
 The finding states, in part:
 On June 28, 1888, at about 1:l0 a. m. Daylight Saving Time, the deceased was walking in a north erly direction on the easterly side of Watertown avenue, in the Town of Waterbury, and upon reaching point about 200 feet north of the intersection of Robbins street herewith, near the plant of the New Haven Dairy company, 178 Watertown avenue, Joseph E. Con- nelly approached operating his own 1887 Ford coach automobile and proceeding also in a northerly direction on the right or easterly side of said Watertown avenue. Connolly was Q properly licensed operator of motor vehicles and was proceeding at a reasonable rate of speed. The headlights of his car were in order and lighted
 No Sidewalk
 The deceased was about six feet from the right or easterly shoulder of the road at the time, in the lane of northbound traffic, and an au- tomobile was proceeding in an opposite or southerly direction. There was sidewalk on the left or westerly side of said Watertown avenue, at said place, and on the right or easterly side an ample shoulder but no sidewalk. The roadway was dark surfaced and wet.
 Connolly was travelling at about 25 miles per hour at the time, hav- ing slowed down in passing a TO- tary traffic standard located within the intersection of Robbins street and Watertown avenue some 200 feet back. When he saw the de- ceased he applied his brakes im- mediately and turned sharply to his right and of the travelled way but Neurakis was struck on
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-08-02

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The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-08-02
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The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-08-02

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The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-08-02

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The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-08-02

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The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-08-02

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The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-08-02

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The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-08-02

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The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-08-02

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The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-08-02

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The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-08-02

By Way of Report A the Far East held the interest of local typewriter magans night with tales of China and Japan Almost everywhere when want to attract walter ca "Bo Except in Japan where they fussy about how address them I1 show Mister Boy" The waitresses called: Mister Csirl"
Evening star., 1938-05-26
JAPAN ESTABLISHES
new ATTACK BASES
Frontal Assaults on 2 Important
Lunghai Railway Cities
Are Prepared.
AZ the Associated Press,

By the Associated Press.
SHANGHAI, May 26.-Japanese an
nounced today they had established
bases for frontal attacks against the
important Lunghai Railway cities Of
Kweiteh and Kaifeng.
This was accomplished by complete
occupation and the mopping up OF
areas about Tanghshan. SO miles east
of Kweiteh, and Lanfeng, rs miles
east of Kaifeng, the japanese said.
The Japanese claimed also that
Chinese suffered several hundred cas-
ualties in an all-day battle at Lowang,
just west Of Lanfeng, but Chinese in
sisted that by counter-attack they had
eased pressure in this area Of Honan
Province on the Central China front.
Japanese naval informants said 40
planes were continuing bombardment
of villages and walled towns south OF
the Lunghai, where Chinese units
were seeking safety.
Nanyang Airdrome, northwest OF
Hankow, was reported attacked with
the destruction of a gas depot and one
plane.
The present offensive is designed to
take the Japanese through Kaifeng to
Chengchow, junction of the Lunghai
and the Peiping -Hankow Railway, and
then on southwark push toward
Hankow, provisional capital Of China.