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Evening star., 1938-05-22

There is. it is true, tragic side of
this - side concerned with those
whose failure to recognize faces is due
to one of the many crippling defects
of sight. At the present time, happen
to be personally aware of the handicap
imposed on friendly people who, be-
cause Of some real defect of sight, pass
unseeing on their way, without ever
knowing that they went by friend,
who is friend no longer. II only some
one would start fashion of wearing a
neat but conspicuous little tag saying
to all friends who approach: please
speak to me first because am face
blind" This word accurately describes
the handicap of thousands whose eyes
cannot see the features of a face
sharply enough to record them in
memory.
Plainly. one whose sight is defective
should wear glasses. Yet even then
different distances require different
lenses, and every face at the wrong
distance is blur. So, please let me
say that the rudeness of those who
constantly pass acquaintance with
out a greeting is probably their own
despair. And make sure, before
clubbing someone snobbish when he
shows no recognition, that he is not
face blind" Or since it is obvious
that those who wear glasses on the
street must have something wrong
with their eyes, let it be a new rule
that all people who don't wear glasses
speak first to those who do!
But now to advise the thousands
Evening star., 1938-11-29
Canada Is Concentrating
On Aerial Defenses

OTTAWA, Nov. 40 canadian
Press. - Canada is concentrating
now upon aerial defense because
"the historic barricades OF water
and Ice no longer protect U.s." De-
fense Minister Ian Mackenzie said
In radio address last night.
Advanced air bases, naval patrols
and coast Notifications to be COM
pleted within a year would make
Victoria key to our Pacific Coast de-
fense scheme" one Of the six ''beSt
fortified places in the world" the
minister asserted.
Similarly work has begun on an
equally comprehensive scheme" for
the Atlantic Coast with naval de-
fenses at Halifax, and a chain Of
air stations across Nova Scotia.
Priority was given the air force,
he continued, because Of the vast
ness of the territories to be pro-
tected. Eighty f1rst-line aircraft are
to be in service by next summer, in
addition to 100 training ships al
ready acquired.
The aerial expansion required
time, Mr.. Mackenzie explained, be-
cause Canada endeavored to pro-
duce most Of her own ships and
other military equipment.
Evening star., 1938-11-29
Crew Did Duty Well
In Storm, Board Finds
Nv the Associated Press,

BY the Associated freSS.
NORFOLK, Va, Nov. ga board
of the United States Bureau of In
spection and Navigation found yes
terday that the officers and crew of
the barkentine Marsala did their
duty. and did it we'll, In the Thanks
giving night storm which dismasted
the training ship off the Virginia
coast.
Capts. N. E. Merrill and w. w.
Storey of Washington conducted the
inquiry on board the crippled boat
at anchor in Hampton Roads. Eu-
gene Carlson, supervising inspector
of the bureau here, acted as "ob-
server"
MIR. Carlson said the crew highly
praised the officers for the way the
ship was maneuvered during the
storm. Capt. George w. Torrey was
it's sailing master. Also on board
was Capt. Oliver Holly, comman-
dant of the American Nautical
Academy of Washington.
Evening star., 1938-11-29
Rumb|ings Of Riff
In A. F. |. Heard on
Eve Of Farley
Disagreement on Election
Endorsements Is Cause
Of Internal Strife
By the Associated Press.

By the Associated Press.
PITTSBURGH, Nov. 29.-Rum-
blings of disagreements among
State A. F.. of L. leaders over elec-
ton Endorsements were sounding to-
day as preparations advanced for
the State Federation Councils
meeting Thursday in Harrisburg.
AS usual, in controversial matters
affecting their organizations, the
labor leaders we're reluctant to dis
cuss publicly the discord, but several
caucuses are known to have been
held in Pittsburgh about the move
to decide whether the national or
State body shall decide State politi-
cal policy.
Members of two large locals Of
the teamsters' union, whose presi-
dent. Daniel j. Tobin, made an i'm
passioned speech for peace with the
c. I. o. at the Federation's con-
vention in Houston, have been
prominently mentioned in "off-the-
record talk.
Transfers Call Meeting.
The teamsters called State
meeting of their own, to be held
in the State capital Wednesday, to
DISCUSS the situation. Publishd re-
ports here said Bernard G. Macon,
head of one of the locals, is con-
sidering sponsoring resolution ask
ing for a State convention of the
federation to pass upon demands
of President William Green of the
A. F. of l.. that James L. McDevitt,
president, and David Williams, Sec
retary, of the State body resign.
Mr.. McDevitt heads the powerful
Philadelphia building trades group.
He and Mr. Williams, a veteran or
ganizer and member of the machin-
lists union, Endorsed the senatorial
candidacy of Gov. George H. Earle
recently. in defiance of Mr.. Green's
instructions that Senator James j.
Davis, Republican, be supported.
When Senator Davis was re-elect-
ed Mr.. Green called upon the two
State officials to step aside on
grounds they could be of no aid in
drafting a State legislative pro-
gram. Both refused.
Program Broadened.
The State councils meeting orig
tnally was called to discuss a legis-
lative program for next year but
was broadened to include discus
sion of Mr.. Green's demand.
Scott F. Marshall, first vice pres
tdent of the State federation and
secretary of one of the Pittsburgh
teamsters' locals, said he had not
learned Of a resolution calling for
a State convention. Mr.. Macon was
out hunting deer.
The State federation claims
100000 members, of which the Pitts
burgh Central Labor Union lists a
membership of 10000.
Should the Harrisburg meeting in
dorse the defiance of Mr.. McDevitt
and Mr.. Williams to Mr.. Green's
ultimatum leaders here said the A.
Evening star., 1938-11-29
F. of L. president would have twt

F. of L. president would have two
courses open:
l. Filing Of charges against the
men with their internationals for
violations of bylaws which regu-
late policy toward national political
officers to the National Executive
Board or
2. Revocation of the State fed
eration's charter.
J. Rogers McKelvey, Republican
Labor Committee chairman from
Allegheny County and member Of
the Motion Picture Operators
Union, said he believed President
Green would force the issue to a
conclusion.
Evening star., 1938-11-29

WITH THE ANNOUNCEMENT of the handsome new
1889 Packards no Packard owner now finds him
self left with style orphan
In fact, no Packard owner has ever awakened
one morning, full of pride in his still-new car,
only to find that radical style changes have
branded it an 'out-of-date model"
Does this mean that Packard opposes style
changes? OF course not-for changeds the essence
of progress. But Packard believes that style can,
and should be, used in the best interests of the
car owner, rather than against them.
This is why Packard makes its style changes
Evening star., 1938-11-29

You have the full approval and support of mem.
bers of President Roosevelts Cabinet in collecting
donations of food, clothing, toys and cash for
distribution through the Stars Campaign
Evening star., 1938-11-29

McREYNOLDS MOTOR CO., INC.
5832 Georgia Avenue
RICHARDSON BROTHERS
22O4 Nichols Ave. Sc.
JERMAN-C MOTORS, INC.
1927 Ga. Ave. Silver Spring
REPUBLIC AUTO SALES
691l Wisconsin Ave.
Bethesda, Maryland
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-12-09
MOVIE STARS GO
 AFTER GERMANY
Campaign of Boycott Is Headed By Many We'll
 Known Names

Hollywood, Dec. 9.-(UPy-Movie stars started al campaign today to boycott Nazi Germany. The boy colt followed closely the snub Holly wood gave to Leni Reifenstahl, Ger man actress known as ''ditler's girl friend" It was undertaken at a meeting last night in the home Of Edward G. Robinson. Melvyn Doug las presided and more than a dozen other movie celebrities attended.
 They drew up 1888 Declaration of Independence" calling upon President Roosevelt and congress to break off all economic connection with Germany until such time as Germany is willing to return to the family of nations in accordance with the principles of international law and universal freedom"
 Copies, bearing the names of 56 original Signers chosen from among Hollywood celebrities, will be circu- lated in theaters and elsewhere throughout the country in an effort to collect millions of endorsements, 1t was announced.
 Douglas said the original 56 signers would include Fred Astaire, Gale Sondergaard, Joan Bennett, Bette Davis, Robert Montgomery, Claudette Colbert, Paul Muni, Gin- ger Rogers, Martha Rave, Miriam Hopkins, Groucho Marx, Gloria Stuart, Claude Rains, George Cukor, Rosemary Lane, Anatole Litvak, Aline McMahon, John Ford, Fay Bainter and Helen Gahagan. Most of them attended last nights meet meeting.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-12-09
WHITE MAN LIVES:
 NEGROES TO DIE
Stay of Execution Granted to One-Six COlOred
 Men Face Chair

Reidsville, Ga, Dec. 9.-UP)- Gov. E. D. Rivers intervened at the last moment in plans to execute white man and six negroes before 10 a. m. and 2 p. m. today. He grant, ed stay of execution to the white man, Tom Dickerson, a farmer who killed the infant which resulted from his incestuous relations with his daughter. The negroes will be executed as scheduled. It was said that some witnesses against Dicker- son had repudiated their testimony. Authorities of Tattnall prison said they did not intend rushing the ex- cautions and that, probably, it would take four hours to execute all six negroes. a1he executioner, an elec- trician hired by the state for the job, will receive $75 per man.
 The prisoners had been taken from the death cells that adjoin the ex- ecution room to cells on the floor below to spare those who are last as much nervous strain as possible. This will save the last man from watching five men go to the chair at half hour intervals. The negroes were: Jim Williamson, Charles Fucker and Raymond Carter, who killed 8 policeman; Arthur Perry and Arthur Mack, who also killed a policeman; Willie Eusse, who kill ed a white farmer, George Wash ington Camp, and his daughter, Christine. Clemency petitions for Perry and Mack have been reviewed by Gov. E. D. Rivers and denied. No appeals were made for William son, Fucker, Garter and Russell.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-12-09
.CIO AFFILIATE SEEKS CONTRACT Brass Workers to Repre-
 sent OakviIIe Co. in
 Negotiations

The Waterbury Brass Workers Union, c. |. O., has enrolled mcre than majority of the employees of the Oakville division of the Scovill Manufacturing Company and will seek to be recognized as exclusive bargaining agent for all eligible em- ployes, John J. Driscoll, executive secretary of the union, declared to- day. MT. Driscoll said the union will begin negotiations for a written contract with the company in the near future.
 At a meeting of the Oakville Company unit of the union last night, it was reported that 56 new members have been secured since Tuesday. According to MT. Driscon more than majority of the en- ployes who are understood to num- Der in all about $50.
 The unit last night named a ne- gotiating committee to meet with officials of the Scovill Company. On the group are William Quill, Henry Miller, Shelton Overbaugh, Louis Carangelo, M. J. Barkauskas, Real Narcotic, Clement Connor, Bronis-.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-12-09
SCHOOL HOUSE IS
 ENTIRELY CUTTED
Teacher, Who Has Been in Trouble, Claims It Was
 Arson Job

Exeter, R. l., Dec. 9.-(UP)-Miss Virginia Post was a teacher with out Q school today, after a fire which she believed was set, but she declared that neither fire no par ental pressure would drive her from her job.
 Until yesterday, when flames de- stroyed the l28-year old Tripp's corner Schoolhouse, she had been teaching the 28 pupils, representing eight grades, in the buildings one room. Some residents of the dis trict complained that dismissal hours were irregular and that she did not provide proper courses. They favored the return of Miss Posts predecessor. Mrs. Jennie Hathaway.
 Mrs. Hathaway's husband, Moses, was returning from Westerly early yesterday when he discovered the school ablaze. He notified two friends. but by the time they reached the scene, the school was leveled. Firemen at nearby Wickford said
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-12-09
Mrs. Maskin Honored

A purse of $20 was given last night to Mrs. Bea Mackin, who retired this year as regent of Kennedy circle, Daughters of Isabella, after having served for nine years. The meeting was held in Hiber1aian hall and new officers were installed. A turkey sup per was served prior to the meeting, with Mrs. Mackin, Mrs. Elizabeth Joyce and Mrs. Emma Edmondson in charge.
 The officers nducted were: Mrs. Elizabeth Joyce, regent; Mrs. Bea Mackin, past regent; Mrs. Madeline Birmingham, vice regent; Miss Margaret Morris, recording secre- tary; Mrs. Mary J. Reilly, financial secretary; Mrs. Margaret Fitzgerald, treasurer; Mrs. Anna Sullivan, chancellor; Mrs. Anna Kiely, custo- dian; Mrs. Anna Crotty, monitor; Mrs. Christina Hulstrunk, inside guard; Mrs. Theresa Lengyel, out- side guard; Mrs. Katherine Kilduff, scribe; Mrs. Molly Feeley, Mrs. Rose Murray and Mrs. Nora Moroney, trustees; Mrs. Emma Edmondson, organist; Rev. William Brewer, chaplain.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-12-09

laus Vaiciulis, Joseph Davis, Alex Cashin, c. I. O. organizer and MT. Driscoll.
 This comnitte will meet Tuesday night to discuss the proposed con- tract. The proposals will then be placed before 8 general meeting of the union next Thursday.
 The union recently signed a con- tract with the American Brass Com pany which covered approximately 2,7O0 employees of the factory.
 MT. Driscoll said that the or- ganization of the Oakville employees began seven weeks ago. The sun1on, he said, has already. secured the withdrawal of a pay cut that was made in October.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-12-09
Factory Boom Here Fails to Lessen Welfare Burder
Noble InitiGted By Frat Members

Naugatuck, Dec. 9-David l.. Noble, of Naugatuck, has been formally initiated a member of Alpha Tau Omega fraternity at Rensselaer, Polytechnic Insti- tute, Troy, N. Y., where he Is a student i'm the electrical en- gineering course.
 He is the son of Glenn F. No- bIe, of 259 Hillside avenue, and a graduate of Naugatuck high school.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-12-09

they were not notified.
 Miss Posts opinion that the fire was set was shared by School Committeeman Reu0en W. Brown. Moreover, Brown said he had an idea as to who set it. Several per- sons were summoned as witnesses
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-12-09
ChanceIIor Named

John L. Hassenfeldt was chosen chancellor commander of Naugatuck camp, Woodmen Qf the World, at the annual meeting last night in Goodyear hall, succeeding hayward Nissen. Other officers elected were: Pasquale Gallucci, advisory lieuten- ant; John Jordan, banker; William Kaiser, escort; Clifford Russell, sentry; John Sigetti, auditor for three years; Francis La Foe, auditor for another two years; Francis Moss, chairman of the auditing commit tee; John L. Lover, representative to the national convention.
 Installation will be held Thursday, Jan. 12.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-12-09

at an investigation which opened at the wickford state police bar racks today.
 T have no intention of quitting my teaching job," said Miss Post. T intend to stay and teach as long as am so authorized"
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-12-09
Mrs. Olson Chosen

Mrs. Victor Olson was reelected president of the Ladies Aid society of the Salem Lutheran church at a meeting held last night in the church hall. Other officers were again chos- en as follows: Miss Hilda Thompson, vice-president; Mrs. c. w. Thompson secretary; Mrs. Alex Lundin, treas urer: Mrs. Jennie Englund and Mrs. Jennie Wilson, chairmen of the flower committed; Miss Julia Ander- son, chairman of the sunshine bag committee; Mrs. Gunnard Anderson, Mrs. Victor Rohs and Mrs. c. w. Thompson, auditors.
 That the society had good year in the past year was shown by re- ports made by the officers. A Christ mas party and banquet was enjoyed last night, with the latter being served by Mrs. Joseph Johnson, Mrs. Ernest Lundin, Mrs. John Gisslan- der and Mrs. Andrew Richardson. l was voted to serve a banquet to the Rotary club in the church hall Dec. IS when Edwin Wigglesworth, for nnerly of Japan, will speak.
 Mrs. William R. Frendberg, Mrs. Ernest Llmdin, Mrs. Victor Rohs and Mrs. Andrew c. Anderson were ap- pointed an advisory committee to aid the executive committee. The next meeting will be held January 12 in the parsonage.
 An entertainment program was en- joyed after the meeting. Mrs. Joseph Noyack and Miss Julia Anderson rendered solos; Mrs. Ernest Lundin gave a reading, Miss Hilda Thomp- son entertained with a recitation and Miss Jane Gissiander rendered a piano selection. The group sang Christmas carols.
 A hostess will have charge of each meeting.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-12-09

Cleveland, O. CUP)-Thieves took all brands of cigettes except one from a suburban Olmsted Falls drug store. They scorned a Recent brand.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-12-09
Yisits Lodre

Arthur w. Swan, district deputy grand exalted ruler, BP.O.E., made his official visitation at New Haven Lodge. No. 25. last evening. Over 300 members were present for the ceremony arriving from many
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-12-09
Dance Tonight

More than 75 couples will attend the moonlight fantasy" dance of St. Michael's dramatic club tonight in St. Michael's parish house. Witt stein's orchestra of New Haven will furnish music. The stage trimmings will Dc of red and blue and the hall decorations will be of blue and gold. The committee in charge includes: Grenville Budd, chairman; Walter Andrew, Louis Krodel, Mrs. Chester Isbell, Mrs. Norman Wood and Miss Leona Davis.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-12-09
Funeral of MT. Smith

The funeral of Arthur J. Smith of 1O5 Wooster street was held yester- day afternoon from his home. Rev. Arthur F. Lewis, rector of St. Michael's Episcopal church, offici- ated. Burial was in Hillside cemetery.
 The bearers were: Floyd Wooster, ST., Fred Twitche.i, Earl Valentine. William Bell, George Waite and Delwood Candee.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-12-09
serrt Malone Landed

Sergeant Anthon Malone Of the local police force was praised highly by Judge McDonough in borough court today for the work he has done in connection with arrests of six men last week on breaking and entering or burglary charges.
 '4Co detective in the valley has &C., conplished more than you have in your work in connection with the six arrests" the judge said. Tt is men of your type who make our homes reasonably safe," the judge continued.
 Gyergeant Malone's work was very thorough and deserving of much recommendation, the jurist added. The judge felt that Sergeant Malone should receive such praise by the fact that although he had left the judges roStrum after court was of1- cially closed, he recommended that he wished to pay tribute to the po- lice sergeant and remounted the rostrum to make his remarks. Spec tators who had been fining out, halted to hear the judge laud the sergeant.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-12-09
To Sneak Tonight

Atty. Sidney Johnson of Bridge port will speak on Courts" at the annual banquet and business meet ing of the Lutheran Brotherhood. in the Salem Lutheran church hall tonight at 6:30.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-12-09

exalted ruler, Rudolph Lenners, past exalted ruler, and Edward c. Lin genheld, treasurer, of Naugatuck Lodge of Elks.
 300 to Attend Packing Party
 A total of $50 members of the Waterproof packing department oi the U. s. Rubber plant will attend the Christmas party at Linden Park Saturday, December 17th, according to Paul Tourangeau, president oi Club IT.
 Committees in charge of manag- ing the party are: Publicity, Louis Barto; decorations, Leon Beck Ray Aderhold, Joseph Tourangeau Frank Healy; Amplifier, Bernard Garrick; Chef, Tony Ruccio, Stan- ley ChenkuS, Walter Slawski; Check ing room, Lillian Zehnder; ticket collectors, Warner Pfirman, Frank Healy; refreshments, P. Kilduff Louis Granica, John Kulcher, Edw Reilly, Louis Barto, Robert Woods William Gave, George Moffet, Will liam Hill, J. Healy; ticket sales, Will ford Whitehill, Leon Beck, Matthew Jailkowski, William Hill; square set announcerS, Ray Adernold, Lawn OLeary; grand march, Marg. Su- grue, Edw. Reilly; master of cere- monies, Andrew LaFerriere, Regis Shannon; transportation, Louis Pichulo, Donald Simpson.
 Play Enjoyed
 The play, Love In a Fog" @ three-act comedy, which was pre- sented last night at the Methodist Episcopal church hall by the dra- matic society of that church, was most enjoyable. The acting was quite good and the story procided much amusement for the audience.
 A Santa, Claus bazaar is being held in connection with the play, The Ladies Aid Society served a supper last night and tonight the men of the parish will serve SUD- per between 5 and 2 o'clock. The play will also be repeated tonight.
 Mrs. Norma Paul is directing the play and assisting her are Marie Walther, Bernice Lawton, Lauris- ton Moves, Robert Greaves, Fred Mowrey, Stan Bottorf, Ralph Floyd
 Meet Wednesday
 Further preparations for the an- nual fox hunt of the Naugatuck Fish and Game Protective Associa- ton will be made next Wednesday in the court room. The hunt will bt held Saturday, December 17.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-12-09
Service Five Busy

With a win over the Ansonia Woodlawns, and 8 five point loss to the New Haven K. of L., Chuck's Service Five will travel to New Brit ain tonight to meet the strong St.. Ann's Flying Frenchmen. The game will be played at the Nathan Hale, Jr. high school annex starting at 8 p. m.
 Saturday, the Service Five plays host to the fine Meriden Alumni team.
 The annual Christmas party for children or pre-school age and in- fants registered under the Well Baby conference will be held at the Red Cross house Wednesday, De- cember IA, from 2 to { p. m. Miss Catherine Brooks, public health nurse at the Naugatuck chapter, American ed Gross, is in charge of arrangements this year. There will be Christmas tree and gifts for each child attending.
 The party is very popular event with both the children and their mothers who accompany them.
 Annual Party
 Henry H. BaSsford, Jr., assignor to U. s. Rubber Products, Inc, New York, N. r., has been granted g pat ent for preparing hydroxylamine derivatives of cyclic compounds by the United States Patent Off1ce. No- tice of the award appears in a late issue of the Ofilcial Gazette. Mir ploye, is now living in New orkheae Bassford, a former resident and em- ploye of Naugatuck Chemical divi- sion, is now living in New York.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-12-09

Naugatuck, Dec. 9-The board of public works will hold its Decem- Der meeting Monday night at 8 o'clock in town hall. Supt. Leo Scully indicated today he knows of no business other than discussion Of the monthly report.
 Re-hirilg in the past few months of 600 workers by the U. S. Rubber factory has not affected the welfare department much. All during the fiscal year the monthly expense of the department has been well over the average for last year and this department will undoubtedly have the largest deficit when the fiscal year ends on March 31.
 The order from the state WPA that no more are to be employed in the local WPA is certain to add to the burden of this department. There are 25 applications for WPA which were sent recently to the state office, but these men have not been hired and probably will not be for a long time. The burden has been extensive throughout the year and indications now are that in stead of decreasing, it may increase.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-12-09
Meet Wednesday
300 to Attend Packing Party

Further preparations for the an- nual fox hunt of the Naugatuck Fish and Game Protective Associa- tion will be made next Wednesday in the court room. The hunt will be held Saturday, December 17.