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The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-02-14
TECH STUDENTS
 ELECT OFFICERS
Robert PiersOn Is Presi= dent of LeavenwOrth
 High Senior Class

Robert W. Pierson, a graduate of the Hendricken grammar school, was elected president of the grad uating class of Leavenworth High school at an assembly this morning. Others elected were: Victor Man hello, vice-president; Mary Hobbie, secretary; James Dougherty, treas urer; and Josephine GogginS, keep CT of the scrap book.
 Considerable enthusiasm on the part of the student body was at- tached to this mornings assembly. The officers will have charge of ac- tivities by the graduating class dur ing the remainder of the current year.
 Pierson is the son of MT. and Mrs. Earl w. Pierson of 1863 East Main street. He was awarded second prize in the recent Beardsley Oratorical contest, and is a member of the glee club.
 Victor Mannello, the son of Lu- ciano Mannello of 34 Spring street, is a graduate of Croft grammar school. He is president of the school chess club and a member of the glee club.
 Secretary Miss Hobbie, who was elected sec- retary, is the daughter of MT. and Mrs. Ward Hobbie of 226 Walnut street. A graduate of Walsh gram mar school, she is president of the girls swimming club and member of the Writers club.
 Treasurer James Dougherty, is the son of MT. and Mrs. Thomas Dough- erty, of 28 Williams street. He was graduated from Sacred Heart gram mar school. For two years he was a member of the varsity football team, and is manager of the varsity baS- ketball team.
 Keeper of Records
 Josephine Goggins who is keeper of the records, is the daughter of MT. and Mrs. Merle Googins of 149 South Main street. She is a gradu- ate of Croft grammar school. a former member of the Merrymakers, a member of the Writers club, and a former participant in girls ath- letics at Leavenworth.
 Plans for the year book will be made within the next week. Mem bers of the class to prepare the book will be selected shortly.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-02-14
FOUR DIVORCES
 GRANTED TODAY
Three Women Given De- crees By Judge McEvOy
 in Superior Court

Three women and a man were granted divorces today by Judge Frank P. McEvoy, who heard their uncontested allegations of deSertion, at the short calendar session of su- perior court last Friday.
 Margaret Corrigan Sprague of Waterbury was awarded a decree from William H. Sprague of New York, on grounds of desertion. They were married November 9, 1882 and parted July 25, 1883.
 Desertion, April 30, 1883, was the allegation in the successful plead ings of Kenneth Godfrey of this city against Harriet Godfrey, also known as Harriet Nash, of South ampton, New York. They were mar ried September 31, 1881.
 Margaret Baldwin Lanier of Sey- mour was granted decree against John H. Lanier of Charlotte, N. c. They were married August 13, 1882 at Charlotte, and parted September 29, 1883. The plaintiff is also given the right to use her maiden name, Margaret Baldwin.
 The other divorce granted was that to Fannie Louise Hopkins Danks of Cheshire, against Mortimer Danks, of parts unknown, on grounds of deSertion, December 9, 1929. They were married at Brewster, N. Y. Oct. 15, 1927. Custody of a minor boy is also given the plaintiff.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-02-14
ZION E. l.. CHURCH

New hymnalS were dedicated at a special dedicatory ceremony pre- ceding the morning worship at Zion Evangelical Lutheran church on Cherry street yesterday mor- ming. These hymnals were a gift from the Sunday school class which the late Rev. Carl A. Stem helm conducted, and were given as a memorial to him. Rev. Stem holm served as pastor of Zion church from 1922 until his un- timely death a year ago next month.
 In dedicating these new hym- nals as a memorial to Pastor Stem holm, the present pastor of the church spoke as follows: "Thank- fully we accept this gift from the Sunday school Bible class and set these hymnals apart for the serv- ice of the Lord in Zion Evangeli- cal Lutheran church, as memOr- ial to the late Rev. Carl A. Stem holm, your shepherd and leader from 192 2to 1887. Tn the name of the triune God, hereby dedicate these hymnals to the service of the Lurd." The congregation and choir then joined in singing as q dedication hymn, Angel Voices, Sweetly Singing.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-02-14
HARRY kRASOW YOUTH CRUSADE CONCLUDED HERE
Cantata Proves Delightful Feature of Service Col.
 Wiberg to Speak

The Youth Crusade which has been conducted this past week by the Young Peoples Legion of the local Salvation Army Corps was brought to an effective conclusion last night by the presentation of "The Challenge of the Cross.
 This cantata was presented by seven young women, all of whom are members of the Young Peoples Le- zion. Miss Ellen Hardy took the part of the Evangel, and the six Disciples were, Misses Isabelle Bates, Jean Ruda, Gertrude Butcher and Ethel White. Mrs. Frank Duren and Mrs. Eugene Bulls. The music was presented by Mrs. Roberta Spohrer, Lieutenant William Berry and Paul Duren.
 The theme of the evenings serv- ice was "Whosoever would be my Disciple, let him take up his cross and follow me-"
 The next important meeting at The Salvation Army Citadel, 182 Cherry street, will be held Wednes- day evening, February 16, when Major Charles Frederickson and Mrs. Frederickson with their songsters and comrades from the Swedish Corps in New Britain will be the guests.
 Colonel Sven Wiberg, father of Adjutant Hugo Wiberg, will be the speaker.
 The entire service will be con- ducted in the Swedish language, and very special invitation is ex- tended to our Swedish friends in Waterbury and surroundings.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-02-14
ALBERT Q. TALLER FAMOUS AUTHOR LECTUR|NC HERE.
Charming Pollock Inaugu= rates " Community
 Forum Series

The 1888 series of the Waterbury Community Forum, sponsored by the Y. M. c. A., will open tomorrow night at the Women's Club with lecture. by Charming Pollock on Wake Up, America" MT. Pollock is Americas great playwright, the author of such purposeful plays as The Enemy" ''The Fool" and "The House Beautiful" He has returned recently from a 38,000 mile trip through the Orient.
 E. Robert Stevenson will intro duce MT. Pollock tomorrow night. Herbert s. Smith, general secretary of the Y. M. c. A.. will have charge of the question and answer period following the address, which is scheduled for 8 o'clock.
 On March 8, Ben Hawthorne will discuss Radio, Inside and Out" The series will conclude on March Is with Mrs. Theodore Roosevelt, Jr., who will describe her experi- ence in Shanghai during the Japa- nese attack on that city. Her topic is My Chinese Holiday Under Fire" /"
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-02-14
NEMy 7# UNYCHCS
CHURCH FORUM

"Your Own New England" a different kind of travelOgue in mo- tion pictures, drew hundreds to Second Congregational church last night where Dan Stiles" present. ed beautifully photographed scenes taken from all sections of New England, rural life, hunting and fishing in Maine, scenes of vivid coloring in wild portions of Maine, modern scenes of transportation by air, by rail, over the road. The lecturer, using the professional name Dan Stiles, is George Haig, member of the Waterbury Republican staff, formerly of the Hartford Courant and a contribu- tor of special articles to the Bos- ton Transcript.
 The old was depicted, as well. with views of clipper ships and the hulls of some of these left stranded on Maine shores, now the delight of children playing on summer beaches. There were views of trout fishing streams in Connecticut, freighters being loaded at Boston, ships moving through the Cape Cod canal, scenes of sunsets, the laurel dis play in Connecticut spring.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-02-14
LUTHER LEAGUE

At the February meeting Of the Luther league of Zion Evangelical Lutheran church in the church vestry on Cherry street Friday evening, the league decided to &C., cept an invitation from the Luther league of Salem Lutheran church of Naugatuck to visit it in March. Plans were also made for a contest to run for a period of several months to be held by four groups into which the league was divided. In rotation these groups will be responsible for either the program or refreshments at each meeting.
 The following were elected as co-captains in these four groups: Alice Quarforth, Elsa Norling, Lll- lian Johnson, Astrid Swanson, George Ericson, Edward Forsell, Roland Palmer and George Carl strom. The meeting was in charge of Carl Thompson, who announced that the next meeting of the league will be held the first Fri day of March.
 With George Ericson as official announcer a program was given, in which the following took part: George Clausen, Astrid Swanson, Edward Forsell, Doris Swanson, Howard Anderson, Carl Thompson, Axel Anderson, Everett Grahn. Members of the executive commit tee served refreShmntS.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-02-14

Dr. Glenn Frank, former president of the University of Wisconsin who was recently named chairman ot the newly y-created policy committee by the Republican national organi- ration, will speak at the 30th annual Mckinley association dinner Feb. 22 The meeting is to take place at the Hotel Elton with Republican lumin- aries from all parts of the state in attendance. Dinner will be served at ' o'clock.
 Local committees have been named by Warren Upson, Republi- can town chairman, under instruc- ton from the town committee.
 Dr. Frank will prove an outstand- ing attraction to Republicans of Connecticut. He achieved country wide fame as an educator and au- thor, and is now in a key position in Republican national politics as head of the group framing future policies of the party.
 MT. Upson will head the commit tee a. chairman, and he has named the following to act with him: Anthony Petrillo, Frank Rossi, John Bergin, Frank Varenelli, Michael JAnthony, Finton c. Cuddy, William J. Christian, George L. Kingston, Mrs. Lura Dutton, Mrs. F. w. Pa lomba, Mrs. Phoebe Emmons, George Mitchell, Mrs. R. w. Phillips, Mrs. J. B. Smith and Mrs. Evelyn T. Lilley.
 John M. Burrall will serve as chairman of the entertainment program committee, with others on that group including Harry Krasaw. Vernon Hall, Francis T. Phillips and Albert O. Taller.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-02-14
LOCAL TEAM WINS
 BIG APPLE GROWN
Laura LaSalata and COn= jettO Romeo Beat Hart=
 ford Couples in Finals

More than 1900 witnessed the finals of the state championship Big Apple" contest last night at Hamilton park pavilion in conjunc- ton with the last appearance this season att he park of the famous Hudson -Delange radio and recording orchestra. The winners of the con- test were Miss Laura LaSalata and Conjetto Romeo of this city. The team of Miss Rita Pelletier and William Foley and that of Miss Mercedes Murphy and Wallace Hart, both duoS from East Hartford, fin ished second and third respectively. The judges of the event were Eddie Delange, director of the HudSon-De- lange band; Jack Carney, manager of the State ballroom in Boston; and William Mclean, manager of the Universal vocal and dance stu dios of this city.
 Ten couples competed iii the finals which was very keenly contested. Every one of them displayed excep- tional ability in the execution of the intricate steps. At the conclu- sion of the contest: the Hartford entries, eight in number, gave a group exhibition of the Big Ap- pie" which was loudly acclaimed Those taking part were the Misses Ann Healy, Mercedes Murphy, Rita Pelletier, Thelma Walker and the Messrs William Foley, Joseph Birtles John Duvaney and Wallace Hart.
 The real hit of the evening was "Shag" exhibition by the team of Nichols and Roberts of New York city, prize winners in the recent Harvest Moon Ball and who have just completed tour of the Public theaters with Shep Fields and his band. The pair open with Bunny Berigan and his band in Philadel. phia tomorrow. Among the entrant! from Waterbury last night were Mary Lorenzetti, Don Iannaimo John Greco, William Delaney, Con nie Lambert and Lillian Colangelo It was announced that Noble Sissle the idol of two continents" ant his famous band would be the at traction at the park next Sunda. with Tommy Dorsey, in person, ant his band making their only Con nc; ticut appearance here Sunday February 27.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-02-14
Spirit of the Day! Valentines Flood Local Mails Comics Re- ported More Numer- ous Than Ever.

The true spirit of St. Valentines day existed in Waterbury today especially from a mailman's point of view.
 Supt. of Mails Charles H. Platt was of the opinion that today's volume of Valentine mail was greater than ever before in the history of this city.
 Valentines started to pour into the post office during the latter portion of last week, he said. This morning, however, maimen were faced with miniature Christmas rush, as the real volume came into effect. Large, small, and medium sized envelopes; packages in fancy paper, heart-shaped boxes and just plain letters were included in the holiday parade.
 Local novelty stores reported a heavy trade in valentines, es- pecially the comical variety.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-02-14
SOCIAL SCIENCE
 CHAPTERS URGED

Plans for formation of local Henry George Fellowship Chapter were made at dinner attended by graduates of local classes of the Henry George School of Social Science Saturday night at the Cop per .Kettle, where Frank Chodorov, director of the school in New York, was the principal speaker.
 Nathan Hillman, of Hartford, in- vited the local graduates to form a Waterbury Chapter, speaking as president of the federated chapters of the Henry George Fellowship, Temporary officers were named and meeting will be held shortly to organize an advanced and teacher training course here.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-02-14
Fairlawn, Mill Plain Sections Interested
 In New Organization
Registration of Members Formally Underway -Senti- ment of Eligible Residents Being Tested-Success
 of Others Inspire Formation of Out East Assn

of the first meeting of the club. MT. Kunkel is chairman of the registra- tion committee.
 Organizers of the club feel that it will be of great benefit to those liv- ing in the eastern part of the city. The proposed boundaries for mem bership take in one of the most populous sections of Waterbury.
 In its programs, the club would be similar to the Washington Park Community club, the Overlook-Cot tage Park club, the Hopeville Con- munity club and similar commit nifty organizations about the city.
 Contracting Members
 More than 9 men and women in- terested in the formation of such club are now busily engaged in con- tacting prospective members. Or ganizers are in hopes that a large number of persons will show their interest in a community club for the eastern part of the city by register ing at once.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-02-14
EQUALITY PLAN
 APPROVED BY YD
fSpeciaI to The Democratl

tSpeclal tO'Ihe Dem0crat)
 Norwalk, Feb. 14.-Joseph Cun- ningham of Waterbury, state presi- dent of the Yankee Division asso- ciation, presided at a meeting here yesterday in which a three-point program offered to keep America out of war was presented by Col. James J. Parker, of New Haven. The speaker advocated placing of all persons on an equal basis with a general drafting of everybody in the event of imminent hostilities; the restricting of price rises of con- modities to eliminate profits; the Unted States ito tend to it's own business, thereby keeping out of war.
 Mayor Frank T. Stack welcomed the $50 delegates and warned against foreign entanglements.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-02-14

work for an M. A. four years later. He also holds the degrees of M. A. from Harvard University and Ph.D. from the University of London. With the exception of the time spent abroad in studying. Dr. Wei has been member of the faculty at Boone College since his graduation. When Boone College became Hua Chung College in 1924 he continued on the faculty as Professor of Philo- sophy. In 1929 he was chosen for the presidency, which position he now holds. Dr. Wei's publications include Political Principles of Men cius," "The Confucian Moral Sys- tenn and Its Social Values" and various magazine articles on Chin- csc philosophy and religion.
 He is generally acknowledged to be one of the foremost Christian educators in China today and as such is eminently qualified to interpret the implications of the present con- flict for the Christian world.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-02-14
ST. LUCY'S SOCIETY TO MEET TONIGHT

The regular monthly meeting of the St. Lucy's parish Holy Name society will be conducted tonight at 8 o'clock in the parish hall. Presi- dent Frank Mazzalupo will preside. Reports from the bazaar committee and the banquet committee will be given. All members are requested to attend because of the importance of the discussions which will be undertaken.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-02-14
(BY D1oGENEs, JR.)


 William J. Pape, Republican newspaper publisher of Passaic, N. J., Waterbury ana Woodbury, feud foe of Lieut.. Gov. Frank Hayes was nominated governor for Connecticut yesterday in dope" story in the Hartford Courant leading Republican newspaper of the state.
 So were a score more persons, however, when Robert D. Byrnes, former city editor and now political writer for Connecticut's oldest daily, assigned to the Lincoln's Birthday gathering at the Waldorf-Astoria hotel, New York, decided to break into print simultaneously the outlook for state success at the fall polls with Republicans rampant.
 Ambitions Amaze
 But, MT. Pape, to quote esoter- ic MT. Byrnes, derives prestige in such a light that citizens of Wa terbury must greet with amaze ment his political ambitions. For The Courant states:
 Circumstances between now and the time the delegates are selected may serve to bring into prominence members of the party who are not now conspicuous. An example of this is the talk of nominating William J. Pape, Wa terbury newspaper publisher, for governor. He was an active figure in the anti-Hayes campaign in Waterbury and his newspaper did much to publicize conditions which have brought the present investi- gation in Waterbury,"
 Which is far from giving MT. Pape his political due, observers here remarked. By the descrip- ton of MT. Pape's qualifications emphasis is given his crusade, his "non-partisan" citizens com- mittee, called into being by his editor-in-chief, E. Robert Steven son; his vituperative campaign against all that is Democratic.
 Invite Knox
 No mention is made of the time MT Pape, with MT Stevenson fol- lowing in the smoke of MT Pape's pipe (now part of the cartoon pen service to "taxpayers') made their unexpected visit to Col. Frank Knox when the vice. presidential candidate arrived on a special train here from Hartford. Only those aboard the train, pos sibly, were aware that the colonel planned making only back platform speech at Waterbury.
 It was MT. Pape who persuaded the colonel to get down and be friendly, to dine at Hotel Elton with the group MT. Pape had gathered to hear about the Lan- don-Knox program for national government. This much, it seems should go into the record of ser- vice by MT. Pape.
 When MT. Byrnes nominated the Waterbury publisher he was not aware of the more latterly announcement by Arthur M. Brown, gubernatoriaI candidate in 1886, of his retirement from politics. MT. Pape's papers made this front-page item, however.
 AIc0r-n Takes SLare
 Remains Hugh M. Alcorn, veter- an states attorney, himself the nominee in 1884 for Republican leadership of the state government, the unsuccessful candidate for the nomination of the party last election. And MT Alcorn, presently, is in the way of taking from MT. Pape the campaign" against the Waterbury administration, the main item of his eminence in state
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-02-14

Formation of 8 community club in the eastern section of the city has been begun by a group of resi- dents of that section of the city. Plans are now being made for an organization meeting, which will be held within the next few weeks.
 According to present plans, mem- bership in the club will be open to
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-02-14
.DR. FRANCIS WEI
 GUEST OF CHURCH
Hua Chung College Presi= dent Speaks to St.
 Johns Men Tonight

President Dr. Francis c. M. Wei of Hua Chung College will make his debut as Waterbury speaker this e>~ning when he describes the present crisis in the Far Eastern conflict at the annuals mems dinner in the parish house at o'clock.
 A native of Canton, Dr. Wei graduated from Boone College in Wuchang in 1911, completing his
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-02-14
QUEEN MARIE ILL AGAIN

Bucharest, Feb. IA - CUP. J. It was reported without confirmation today that Dowager Queen Marie, mother of King Carol, was in most critical condition. She has been ill for many months.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-02-14
SCRIBE TOO

AS hobby, Douglas Fairbanks, Jr. currently co-Stared with Ginger Rogers in RKO Radios Having Wonderful Time" writes articles for "Vanity Fair" and other national periodicals, Illustrating them him self.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-02-14

all those who live east of Hamilton Park. This would include Fairlawn Manor, Mill Plain and other dis tricts.
 Testing Sentiment
 Tn order that sentiment in regard to the community club may be sounded out, all those living ill the eastern section who are interested ill joining are asked to register at Paul K. Kunkel's pharmacy, 1904 East Main street. A registration book is at the drug store, and those interested will be notified of the date
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-02-14
Full Weather Report

Boston, Feb. If CP) - weather forecast:
 Rhode Island and Massachusetts Partly cloudy and colder tonight and Tuesday.
 Connecticut - Partly cloudy and colder tonight and Tuesday.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-02-14
SECOND CHURCH

Review and discussion of the Hazen Foundation book, God" by Walter M. Horton, formed the topic of Rev. John Coombs, of Second Congregational church al the meeting of the Sunday Noon Club yesterday at the church. Ht described the Christian idea of God as being the personification of accessibility to the individual, although sometimes the faults of the individual get between him and his approach to God, he ex- plained.
 God" MT. Coombs stated, cannot be found in prayer apart from action. He can be found in work well done. He can be found as we give aid to our fellow-men He can be found by dropping a grudge or fighting wrong or as one endeavors to keep in touch with the will of God"
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-02-14
PRIVATE ENEMIES

Fear was described as Private Enemy No. 1" by Rev. Dr. John C.. Walker, pastor of the Second Con- gregational church, in his sermon at the morning service yesterday. Fear can take many different forms, he said, and must be oyer- come.
 Worry, he said, was the second worst private enemy that man has. The lonely and the worried, he said, should take refuge in the church, which offers friendship and companionship.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-02-14

Czechoslovakia will speed up Its railway passenger trains
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-02-14
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