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The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-01-14
REMEDIES FOR RINGWORM

REMEDIES FOR RINGWORM
 Ringworm or fungus infections of the skin are often contracted from contact with dog, cat, horse, COW or even a bird-all of these may have ringworm or fungus. The contagion of ringworm is well known. Not SO well known is the frequent spread of the infection though the use of contaminated hats, coats or other clothing, shoes (the lining may be contaminated by the person who has worn or tried on the shoes), combs, brushes, even the knobs of doors or the handles of faucets in public lavatories. Ringworm is only one reason why public lavatories should have doors that open by foot force and taps or faucets that are likewise pedal worked.
 One of the best and simplest remedies for ringworm, particular ly of the feet, is a soaking for one or two minutes in plain gasoline once day or two or three days. In any long standing case Whit fields ointment is satisfactory. This consists of
 Salicylic acid, IS grains. Benzoic acid, 25 grains. Soft petrolatum, dramS.
 Cocoanut oil, enough to make one ounce.
 Directions: Apply at night to af- fected patches of skin, for a week. Then rest for a week, and resume use of the ointment if necessary.
 Whitfield subsequently, suggested a lotion for use in the daytime. The lotion consists of
 Salicylic acid, dram.
 Benzoic acid, 1-2 drams.
 Acetone, 1 ounce.
 Dilute alcohol, enough to make
 four ounces.
 The chemist who declared he cured himself by soaking his foot for few minutes in water having a temperature of from 115 to 120 degrees F. must have been a ten- derfoot, after all, for another citi- zen of probity and intelligence in- forms me that is not so hot, for he has actually soaked his feet for 20 minutes in water having a tenn perature, as measured by ther- mometer of certified accuracy, of 124 to 126 degrees F. At 110 de- grees F, ordinarily, the victim begins to yell However, any one who can stand temperature of 120 degrees F for a minute or more can kill the fungus or para site that causes the ringworm-and then it remains only to avoid rein- lection.
 Any of the remedies suggested for ringworm are applicable to ringworm of any part of the body, including barber'S itch or face or scalp lesions.
 In cases of long standing it is we'll to scrub the horny skin over the lesions with soap and hot water and a stiff brush, to remove the dense callous so that the remedy can reach the fungi underneath. Sometimes sandpaper best removes the dense surface skin.
 In any case, especially where scalp or nails are affected, when these remedies fail to bring prompt relief and improvement the most economical course is to seek the ad- vice of your physician. Pectin
 Is there a remedy which will make blood clot and so stop bleeding in person who is a "bleeder"? (H. |B)
 Answer - Administration of cal- cium lactate for a week or two be- fore the operation, together with daily rations of vitamin N will shorten the clotting time. Apple pectin, the substance in apple and other fruits which makes jelly, has
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-01-14

when they first found t h e i r ideas of love- making were not in har- mony. T h e Ii t h e telling might h a V e d o Il c some good.
 It's probably too late now for the Cadys to straighten out their own marriage, but this trial may
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-01-14
KILTS ON SCARF PINS

Something new and different to hold your scarf in place is an at tractive kitty pin. The pin Is at the top with plaid silg forming a pleated kilt and a furry sporan hanging in front. If there is 8
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-01-14
COMPANY DISHES

Odd bowls for fruit, candies, pop corn, nuts and small cakes are handy to have on hand when guests drop in. A set of three bowls, diam eters ranging from about sveen to ten inches, of spun aluminium with round reed handles, is new and, while they gleam as softly as old silver, need no especial care and do not tarnish.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-01-14

wee bit O Scotch in your family tree-have the kits made up in in your own plaid.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-01-14

and pillow slips with white, peach or blue design. Ultra fancy are silk sheets in all pastels-and black!
 Among the most attractive bath towels are terra cotta ones with tall, slender, brown monograms. Also interesting combinations, such as China blue towels with pale peach monograms for you, and royal blue
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-01-14

have one good result. It may give impetus to the new educa- tional idea of teaching young people what to expect of mar riage.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-01-14
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The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-01-14

ones with deep peach monograins for the young bridegroom. Or pale beige with brown letters for you, and brown with beige initials for him. These are simply stunning. Furthermore, they help to ward of the first argument-the one about which towel belongs to whom.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-01-14
BY RUTH MILLETT

Telling adult bedtime stories in a courtroom seldom does much good except to give a thrill to the crowds who shove their way to good seats near the witness stand.
 The Cady How much love is enough?" trial in Chicago is our latest and stickiest example.
 Everything that was told to a judge and a roomful of giggling people should have been told to a psychiatrist by the Cadys
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-01-14

small business and have had to the old school that taught get the clear, had thing saved could his wife comfortably Now girl under with that should postpone marriage her giving her
 They have monopold her for three about this before starting terribly embarrassing position about What the honorable thing for m to doP
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-01-14
PLUMEs FOR YOUR HAT

Drectl yfrom Scotland come smart
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-01-14
Caroline Chatfield
Says Today

Parents Should Applaud Daughters Fiance Who Postpones Marriage Until He Can Support a Wife. He Gives Evidence of Character and Horse Sense.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-01-14

TODAY'S FASHION TIP
 Ensembles are designed especially for the sub-deb now.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-01-11

Director
 Bulger and Robert H. Leach, vice. presidents; c. D. Tyack, cashier; C.. F. Heebner, P. M. Van Tobel, and Walter Angle, assistant cashiers; Attorney Thomas F. Moore, trust officer; Paul A. Monroe, assistant trust officer, and Frederick w.. Rowe, real estate manager.
 Members of the board of directors all reelected are the following: E. O. Goss, chairman; Fred B. Boards ley, Dennet B. Bristol, John A. Btlger, Fred s. Chase, Benjamin l.. Gee, Edwin s. Hunt, Sr., Charles B.. Jackson, William s. Jones, Robert H. Leach, Lewis s. Reed. Francis T. Reeves, Leavenworth P. Sperry H. L. Thompson and Herbert H. Wells.
 Waterbury National
 irving s. Chase was reelected cl airman of the board at a meet ing of directors of the Waterbury National bank this morning. Fetch CT w. Judson of WatertoWn was re- appointed president
 Other officers includue L. s. An drews, executive vice president; H. A. Thompson, vice president; A. L. Edmund, cashier; Charles F. Lewis, assistant-cashier: Attorney Chase Kimball, trust officer, and E. J. Thompson, teller.
 Members of the board reelected for anther term include I. s. Chase,
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-01-11
SCOUT DIRECTOR
 DINNER SPEAKER
Gunnar H. Berg, Native of Norway, Guest of Local
 Council

Gunnar H. Berg, National Direc- tor of Training fer the Boy Scouts of America, will be guest speaker at the annual dinner meeting of Mattatuck Council to take place Friday evening at the Elton hotel at ' D. m, after a business gathering at 5:30 o'clock. During the progress of the meeting, officers of the coun- cil will be elected and committees appointed for 1888, Arrangements are in charge of David F. Babson, executive of the council and all troop chairmen.
 During the major portion of his life, MT. Berg. native of Norway has been very much interested in outdoor activities of all kinds. He is enthusiastic about hunting, fishing, camping, hiking, canoeing and mountaineering. For some years he acted as a guide in the western mountains. especially around the Mt. Baker section. He has been in every State of the Union, and has travelled in Europe and South America. He was in charge of camp fires for the American delegation to the International Jamboree in Eng land in 1929, and directed the four theaters at the National Jamboree in Washington, 1887.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-01-11
l937 MARRIAGES
 BEAT 1886 MARK
State Births Last Year Vary Little Over Two
 Previous Years

While the births in Connecticut for the first ten months of last year varied very little from the totals of similar statistics for the same periods in 1886 and 1885, mar riageS showed a gain of nearly 1000 over the first ten months of 1886. But the marriages were more than LOCO fewer than for the same period in 1885.
 Figures released by the state de- partment of health shows that there were 6,010 marriages through Co., tober fast year; 7,031 marriages the same period in 1886; and 9,113 marriages in 1935's first ten months.
 Deaths for the same periods by years were: 1937-14,744; 1936- 14,758; 1935-14,592; and births, 1937--1S,710;' 1936-18,841; 1885 16,8O8.
 In the causes of death, heart dis ease was charged with responsibility for mortality totalling 3,37O in 1887, as against 3,466 in 1886. Diphtheria caused l8 deaths during the first ten months of last year, as com pered with deaths the previous year.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-01-11
FIRM HERE SEEKS
 STATE CONTRACT
TremagliO Brothers, Sec end Lowest Bidders, May
 Win By Technicality

Tremaglio Brothers, of this city, submitted the second lowest bid for the construction of an infirmary building at the Cedarcrest Tubercu- losiS Sanatorium, but may receive the contract due to the fact that the check submitted by the lowest bidder was not certified.
 The lowest bid was submitted by the Michael A. Connor Co.,, of Hartford, a firm headed by the state motor vehicle department com missioner. The O'Connor bid, total ling $446,090, was accompanied by an uncertified check, contrary to bid- ding stipulations. Tremaglio Broth CTS submitted bid for $449000.
 The local firm was the lowest bid- der, at $116,000, for the construction of an employees home at the Nor wich state hospital.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-01-11
LOCAL BOY NAMED
 TO PARISH HERE
Rev. Michael McVerry Succeeds Rev. James
 LOOney at St. LuCy's

Rev. Michael McVerry of this city has been nan1ed assistant at St. Lucy's church, members of the church Holy Name society were in formed last night by Rev. Felix Scoglio, pastor. He succeeds Rev. James Locaey, who has been trans ferred to Devon.
 Father McVerry is the son of MT. and Mrs. Michael McVerry of Willow court. He was ordained last March after completing his studies at the North American college in Rome. He is a graduate of St.. Thomas parochial school and Crosby high school. He sang his first solemn mass last April at St. Mar garet's church.
 Frank Mazzalupo, president of the Holy Name society, offered a welcome to the new assistant and pledged him the support. of mem bers of the organization.
 Father McVerry spoke briefly, thanking the society for its well come and stating that he was highly gratified at his new post.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-01-11
Murder Charge Tops
 31 Cases On Docket
Criminal Term of Superior Court Opens This After noon-Immediate Disposition of Most Cases Seen

Immediate disposition of a large percentage of the 31 cases on the criminal docket of superior court will be made today when the &C., cused enter pleas of guilt and seek the mercy of the court.
 The court is scheduled to be opened at 2 o'clock this afternoon with Judge Frank P. McEvoy pre- siding, and Rev. Dr. John N. Lewis of St. Johns Episcopal church of fering invocation. Sheriff J. Edward Slavin will actually open court for the new term.
 Crime Mysteries Ended
 At late hour today, States At- torney Lawrence L. Lewis, Assist ant States Attorney William B. Fitzgerald and County Detective Roland G. Alling were ready to pro- ceed with all cases, having con- ducted exhaustive investigations of all during the weeks they were pending trial. The 31 cases con- prise one of the heaviest dockets of recent years, and number of the
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cases represent the solving by local police of highly important and in- teresting crime mysteries.
 For the first time in three years, a grand jury will be impanelled here tomorrow to consider the in- dictment of Arthur Hivon of the town of Cheshire on a murder count.
 Suburban Bandits"
 Among the accused who will face Judge McEvoy for pleading today are the alleged suburban bandits" who harassed store owners, garage men and automobilists for approx imately a month in a series of hold ups that were finally solved by local police.
 Two accused hit-and-run drivers, a former Naugatuck town clerk who allegedly embedded funds, robbers who added violence to their depre- dations, thieves, and others charged with lesser crimes will be arraigned and put to plea.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-01-11
Skating

Skating is good at both Ham, iltOn and Fulton Parks, Super intendent of Parks James J. Curtin remarked today. But the ice at Washington Park, where youngsters apparently attempted to skate when warm weather softened the surface, is unfit fer the exercise on runners, full of footprints and ruts.
 There have been more days of skating so far this season than fer some seasons past particu- larly is this true of last season, when the parks allowed only one day of play on the ice.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-01-11
EXAMINATIONS FOR ENGINEERING JOBS

Engineers, eight different varie- ties, will take examinations for po- sitions in the State Department of Public Works, in the State Capitol, during the remainder of this week.
 Yesterday, potential assistant mechanical engineers and chief con- struction civil engineers in the Public Works Department were eX- amined. Today, those seeking a position as junior civil engineer took a test in the House of Repre- sentatives.
 Other examinations are senior structural engineer and assistant structural engineer, Wednesday,; principal assistant civil engineer, Thursday; senior architectural esti- mator and junior architectural estimator, Friday: material checker timekeeper and rodman, Saturday.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-01-11
Junior League

Junior league games previous. scheduled for Thursday night hayt been transferred until tomorrow night, according to an announce. ment by Martin Tehan, director The reason for transfer is the Com munity club election of Thursday night.
 Games scheduled are: Baldwin Aces against Bulldogs; Blues against Cadets and Highlanders against Flashes. Another game, between the Mohawks and the Sts. Peter and Paul team will be cancelled because of the change.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-01-11
OPERATORS TO
 DISCUSS BONUS

Slit machine operators of the roll ing mills of the north plant of the American Brass company, who are members of the Waterbury Brass Workers union, will meet tonight at union headquarters to discuss the question brought about by the al- legged elimination of weekly bonuses. The meeting will start at o'clock.
 Immediately following, the regu- lar monthly meeting of the entire union will be held at o'clock. The entertainment committee of the union will also meet at o'clock this evening.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-01-11
Opposition

Opposition to the petition of residents of Lincoln, Wyman and Fiske street for re-routing of the present Waterville bus to travel those streets, is shown by the ac- tion of the Overlook Cottage Park Community Club in circu- lating counter-petition, urging that the route be left "as-is."
 A hearing on the question will be held by the state public util- ities commission in the state office building, Hartford, January IT at 10:30 a. m. Attorney Philip N. Bernstein represents the original petitioners. A large attendance is expected at the hearing.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-01-11
--SPOTLIGHT7NG -
 Brass City News
Child Hit

Five-year-old Nancy Favara, of 52 Canal street, suffered a bruised arm yesterday afternoon when struck by a car at Canal street and Chatfield avenue. She was treated by a doctor at her home.
 The car was driven by Henry Altman, of Providence, R. I. He told police that the child ran from behind a parked truck directly into the path of his car.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-01-11
Roof Fire

A roof fire at the home of Lu- celia Grbunski, 27 Wagner alley, was quelled by firemen this mor- ming. Starting from an overloaded chimney, the blaze damaged the roof somewhat but firemen soon had it under control.
 Bremen answered an alarm frcm box 32S at 8:53.. The last company was back at it's quarters at 9:2l.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-01-11
Poor Box LOOted

Charged with footing a poor box at the Sacred Heart church, Torrington, Ernest Chouil;ard, 28, of Waterbury, was given jail term of six months after being arraigned yesterday before Judge James F. Hogan of the New City.
 Authorities said that Chouinard took the sum of S4.57 from the poor box Sunday. He was arrested shortly afterward.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-01-11
Hospital Bed

Funds for a hospital bed for members will be raised by the Waterbury Teachers Association, as result of a vote passed yester- day afternoon at meeting in Wilby High school The project will be discussed further at future meetings. Miss Daisy Lord, pres ident of the association, presided at yesterdays meeting.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-01-11
Scores and Refreshments

Ray Coughlan's Marketeers had 8 big night in the St. Francis Xavier Holy Name society "45" tournament last night as they rolled up a vic- tory score of 37-26 over the Fra geau-men. Fitzlnaurice's Sham rocks remained at the top of the heap by defeating McHugh 32-31.
 As an innivation to the Monday night sessions. refreshments were served. Chairman Edward Cog gins said that it is planned to have similar refreshments every three weeks. About 80 men took part last night, almost without eX- ception arriving at the appointed time of o'clock.
 Other scores last night were Bowey, 33; O'Connor (formerly Creaven), 31; Cusick, 33, ODonnell, 30. The standing now is as fol- lows: Fitznaurice, 40; Cusick, 390; Coughlan, 387; O'Donnell 386; Frageau 376; Bowey 374; O'Connor, 364; and McHugh, 356.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-01-11
Contest For Presidency Looms
 As Feature OF Annual Meeting
Formally An= nOunces Candidacy; Of-
 fiCial Slate Gains
Washington Hill

First formal notice of his candi- dacy for president of the Washing ton Park Community club was giv- en last night by Joseph Mulcunry, a former president of the St. Fran cis Xavier Holy Name society, and present secretary of the board of directors of the Community house athletic department.
 Previous announcement had been made by the present incumbent, Frank Sturges, that he would seek reelection. Under such circum- stances a lively contest is antici- pated. Officers Of the club will be elected at the annual meeting in the Community house Thursday night.
 Supporting Mr. Mulcunry, and also seeking office to serve with him are the following: Vice-president, James Gladney; Mrs. Helen M. Cuddy for recording secretary; Larry Mullen, for director, and Joseph P. Donahue, for financial secretary. MT. Mullen is the present director of the senior basketball league of the Community house, and a prom inent figure in semi-professional baseball organization. A large num- Der of veteran club members are rallying to the support of MT. Null curry and his group.
 By way of competition, MT. Sur ges, has behind him a large group who recognize the value of his ef- forts and service to the club during the past year. Especially fruitful among his tasks has been the re- organization of the fife and drum corps, in which he has been ably as- sisted by William J. Gaughan.
 Other present officers are: Vice president, James Gladney; recording secretary, Mrs. Henry A. Hayden; financial secretary, Francis x. Kelly, treasurer, John F. Dalton; director, Thomas Conway.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-01-11
PEARL ST. HOUSE
 HOLDS MUSICAL

More than 150 persons attended a musical held last Sunday after noon and early evening at the Pearl Street Neighborhood House with Frank Fisher, secretary of the Esquires club, presiding. All present enjoyed the program which con- sisted of music, talks and refresh ments. Matthew Mott, president. ex- plained the purpose of the organ ization, and Mrs. L. T. Alexander, director, spoke briefly on several topics.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-01-11
Gratitude

Work of one man, who sought neither pay nor notice, made the intersection of Dixie avenue and Washington street safer to walk and drive on yesterday, and brought gladness to the other residents Of Dixie avenue, who recognized the
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-01-11
Gents to Meet

The semi-monthly meeting of the Gents of the Hill will be held to- night in the Community house at g o'clock. The club, inactive other than on the basketball court dur ing the past two months, will start an active program following to- nights meeting.
 Action on the membership of the club will be taken tonight.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-01-11
Recording Secretary

true neighborly spirit of the act.
 The man is Bill Leache of Dixie avenue. Since the outset of the current cold snap, the intersection mentioned has been icy and treach- erous. Several cars have had diffi- culty in entering Dixie avenue from Washington street. Yesterday, MT, Lache decided to put stop to the difficulties, and quietly and un- assumingly carried pail after pail of ashes to the scene until it was definitely safe for travel.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-01-11
Amelia vS. Michael

Divorce proceedings, claiming intolera ble. cruelty, were filed to- day in the superior court by Amelia Fernandes of this city against Michael Fernandes. The couple was married May 1, 1887, at Brewster, New York. Alimony is also sought.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-01-11
National Banks Hold Annual Election of Officer:
E. O. Goss Elected
 Chairman Of Board
 Of C. & M. Directors
Reed Named President-Irving s. Chase Chosen Board Chairman of Waterbury National Bank;
 RGmnley President of Naugatuck Institution

Edward O. Goss was reelected chairman of the board of directors of the Citizens & Manufacturers Bank during the annual meeting of the group held this morning. Lewis s. Reed was elected for an- other term as president, John E.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-01-11
Schedules Available

Complete schedules of games to be played in all basketball circuits of the Community House during the present year are now available at the Community House. The Water bury Democrat donated the sched- ules to the league.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-01-11
Basketball

Two rather one-sided games com- pleted the bill of the senior bas- ketball league of the Community house last night. The Gents of the Hill trounced the Robins, 26-16 and the Baldwin Props took the meas ure of the Sacred Hearts, 39-21. Fri day nights games will show action between the Welles and the Tri- bunes and the Community club against the Raymond Hillies. Losses for either the Tribunes or the Hillies would have serious effect on the standing of the teams, and against such competition, little can be promised.