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Worcester Democrat and the ledger-enterprise. (Pocomoke City, Md.) 1921-1953, 1938-06-17
DEATH SENTENCE
FOR KIDNAPPER
OF FLORIDA BOY
Mccall, Self Confessed Stealer
Of Young Cash viii Go
To The Chair

The youthful kdnapper, Franklin
Pearce Mccall, of Florida, is to die
in the electric chair for stealing little
James Bailey Cash from his crib, at
Miami. The baby's body was found
in a nearby woods and was identi-
fled only by the pajamas he wore
when he was spirited away from his
home.
The charge of murder was also
laid against Mccall; but, from the
evidence, he was a killer only by ac-
cident. In an evident attempt to
stifle the cries of the baby, Mccall
tied a handkerchief over the boys
face, probably intending to cover only
the mouth. Instead, the nose was
included, and the victims breathing
cut short. He died of suffocation.
In the hunt for the child after he
was missed Mccall took an interested
part; but suspicion was soon directed
toward him. He was arrested, but
soon released, after which he was
under strict surveillance. He was
again arrested and this time he con-
fessed the crime and directed the Of
ficers to the place where he hid the
boy and also to where he concealed
the ransom money. The entire
amount, $4,000, was recovered.
His case was heard by Circuit
Court Judge Atkinson, who said there
was nothing left for him to do but
sentence Mccall to the chair. The
Judge said, this was the first case in
his experience where money had
tempted person to such extreme ac-
tion. Sentence was said to have been
imposed yesterday Thursday but
there was some intimation of a de-
lay due to the evident non-premedi-
tated murder phase.
Thus quickly ends this example of
one of the most heinous of all crimes.
When Mccall goes to the chair, it is
to be hoped his fate might deter
others from attempting similar dep
relations.
Worcester Democrat and the ledger-enterprise. (Pocomoke City, Md.) 1921-1953, 1938-06-17
TAYLOR BRITTINCHAM
NUPTIALS LAST MAY

Miss Stella A. Birmingham, daugh-
ter of Mr.. and Mrs. Clifton NJ. Brit
tingham, of Pocomoke and Mr.. Irving
M. Taylor, son of Mr.. William H. Tay-
lor of Hallwood, Virginia, were mar
ried May &c at o'clock at the M.
E. parsonage in Salisbury, Nd, by
Rev. H. P. Fox.
The groom has been employed for
several years as a mechanic at the
Farmers and Merchants Garage in Po-
comoke. After brief wedding trip
Mr.. and Mrs. Taylor have made their
home in this city.
Worcester Democrat and the ledger-enterprise. (Pocomoke City, Md.) 1921-1953, 1938-06-17
BICYCLE PARADE
TO Be Held HERE
NEXT WEDNESDAY
Prizes To Be Offered To Those
Exhibiting Originality In
Costume, Decoration

This week, more than $4,000 bicy-
clists will exert their originality in
costume, decoration and design and
will be pedaling along the streets of
more than 500 cities and town in the
biggest bicycle parade ever held.
Mr.. E. G. Cole, Montgomery Ward
store manager, stated that this was
the climax of a nationwide bike sale
in all of it's retail stores.
The Pocomoke parade will be held
at P. NJ, on June 22nd, starting in
front of the Ward store and winding
its way through the streets of the city.
eve want all of the boys and girls
to join in this event." stated Mr.. Cole
in an interview today. However we
would like to remind the adults that
we wish they would also join us in
the fun. The only requirement is to
register for the parade at the Ward
store sometime before the parade.
There is no entrance fee nor obliga-
ton. Any make or type of bicycle
NAV be ridden and prizes will be
awarded solely on the basis of origin
atty. Judges will be named shortly
to select the winners. Prizes OF five,
three and two dollars will be awarded
to the youngsters for the three best
decorated bicycles and for the adults
there will be a 2O-piece set of colored
dinnerware, a croquet set, and gal
lon camp jug.
"In addition to the above prizes we
will give to all the participants free
admission ticket to the Saturday mat
inee at the Mar-Va Theatre which will
be showing Radio City Revels star
ring Jack Oalkie and Bob Burns"
Worcester Democrat and the ledger-enterprise. (Pocomoke City, Md.) 1921-1953, 1938-06-17

Rooseveltian hang-out.I haven't heard
his teeth chattering on account of the
cold blasts from the White House.
And believe when he gets to work on
Mr.. Davis, this gentleman will need
help from any source he may be able
to procure it-from New or Old Deal
ers; Red, White, or Blue Shirts; Wet
or Dry; Labor or Capital; Methodist
or Episcopalian; Jew or Gentle;
North or South; and he'll be afraid to
say ne amt nary one of 'em. See If
he. amt.
Worcester Democrat and the ledger-enterprise. (Pocomoke City, Md.) 1921-1953, 1938-06-17
SCOUTS CAMPOREE
AT GREEN HILL
Continued From Page /

Continued From Page
Scout Executive of the Del-Mar-Va
Council, Inc, as Chief Judge.
The following Patrols attended the
Camporee: Black Panther Patrol.
Troop 1S4 Crisfield, Graham Sterling,
Patrol Leader, 5 scouts present.
Stag Patrol, Troop 1874 of Crisfield
with Carl Bassett, Patrol Leader and
5 boys present.
Flying Eagle Patrol, Troop 1874,
Crisfield with A. w. Tawes, Jr., as
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-11-19
ALUMNI TO SERVE
 FOOTBALL DINNER
Boston University's Grid- iron Team to Be Hon.
 0red December l

As the traditional climax of Bos- ton Universitys football season the Alumni Association will sponsor the annual football dinner in the Boston Chamber of Commerce dining room Thursday evening, December 1. Arl- nouncement of the traditional event, honoring the University's gridiron team. was made by Charles A. Rome of Chestnut Hill, president of the Alumni Association and George A. Dunn of Boston. executive alumni secretary. Edward M. Dangel of Bos- ton, Is chairman of the dinner.
 In addition to speaking pro- gram, the evening will be devoted to the presentation of letters and special awards to varsity football players. More than 500 students and alumni are expected to attend the reception at 6 o'clock and dinner Rt 6:30.
 MT. Rome, new president of the Boston University Alumni Associa- tion, was graduated from the Uni- versity's school of law in 1026. He was formerly assistant United States attorney for the district Of Massa- chusetts, and was recently elected to the Board of Trustees of the Uni- Eersity.
 Other officers and directors of the Boston University Alumni Associa- ton Include: vice-presidents, Will liam F. Davis, Jr., '3l, WatertOWIi: : Leroy M. 6. Miner, 'O7, Boston: and Beatrice 8. Woodman, 'i6. Newton ; treasliter, E. Ray Hpeare, ADz. NeR- ton: recording Secretary, A. Louise Haines, O9. Allston: executive alumni secretary, George A. Dunn, Boston.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-11-19
BISHOP BRADY
 GIVES ADDRESS
New Prelate Visits St Michael's College; Talks
 on Immortality

Winooski Park, Vt, Nov. 19 The principle of the immortality of the soul, expressing the great contrast between eternal life and our rapid ly passing temporal life, is typical of some of the universal Christian principles essential to thought in the Catholic college, Most Rev. Mat thew F. Brady, DID,, Bishop of Bur- lington, said yesterday at St. Mich aeTs College when he paid his first official visit to the college. Bishop Brady was welcomed at the College by $50 students, faculty, and alumni. He was guest of honor at banquet which was part of the days ceremonies commemorating the Feast of St. Edmund of Can- terbury, patron of the Fathers of St. Edmund who are in charge of the College.
 Bishop Brady, in his talk at the banquet, stressed the value of prin- ciples which are emphasized in the modern Catholic college and declar- ed that the first purpose of such college is the development of true Christian character.
 Thousands, he said, are leaving college yearly without Christian training of any kind. The Catholic college graduate has chance to act as a Heaven" in modern society, Bishop Brady said.
 He told the students to evaluate properly the truths of their faith; that they were fortunate indeed to have the guidance of eternal prin- ciples in the shaping of their own lives,
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-11-19
SJOVALL NAMED
 WPA ENGINEER
New Britain Man tO Direct Building of New State
 School

The appointment of Arvid IF Sjovall of New Britain aS resident engineer for the Federal Public Works Administration on the new $5,726,00O PWA financed Training School and Hospital for Mental De- fectives was announced today by Colonel M. E. Gilmore, regional di- rector, in charge of Region No. |.
 Construction on this project made possible by an outright PWA grant of $2,576, zoo to the State of Connec- ticut, has been underway since Aug ust of this year and is scheduled for completion by June 194O.
 MT. Sjovall is a registered civil engineer in the state of Connecticut and has had extensive experiences in engineering and public works construction in this country and m the Philippine Islands.
 The initial contract for construc- ton of one cottage of brick and concrete to house seventeen girls is well underway.
 A second contract for construc- ton of ten additional cottages to constitute the Girls Village" has been awarded and construction will be commenced before Thanksgiving.
 The purpose of congress in estab- fishing the public works administers tion is the creation of employment and revival of heavy industries at once. In keeping with this purpose the state department of public works is pushing the remaining plans and contracts into final form and ex- poets to have the greater part oi the entire project under way be- fore New Years.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-11-19
INSURANCE GO.
 | LOSES VERDICT
Judgment of $I,Ol7 Given Woman Plaintiff By
 Judge Finn Today

Mrs. Mary Podzunas was today awarded damages of $1,017.67 in a common pleas court judgment filed by Judge Edward J. Finn. Payment will be made by the Prudential In- surance Company of America, whom Mrs. Podzunas sued.
 The plaintiff held three policies on the life of Kazimeras Rameikis, who died recently in Lithuania. Ramei- kis was at one time Q resident of Waterbury, and before returning to Lithuania, assigned his policies to Mrs. Podzunas.
 The company protested the legal- ity of the assignments. Judge Finn held that the assignments were valid and that the plaintiff acted in good faith.
 All court costs are to be paid by the plaintiff, however, and the de- fense is to retain $200 for counsel fees. from the original amounts guaranteed by the policies.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-11-19

The Waterbury Central Labor Union is one of many labor groups throughout the country to be called on by President William Green of the American Federation of Labor to boycott German goods as a protest against Nazi persecution of minori- ties in Germany.
 Letters have been sent by Mir. Green to all A.F.L. unions and labor councils calling for an effective boycott of German-made articles.
 The local Central Labor Union has for many months been carrying on a Buy American" campaign. In radio programs and by many other means the council has been urging residents of Waterbury and nearby towns to aid American industry and workers by buying goods made in America.
 The AFL. boycott of German goods will supplement boycotts already underway by many organ izations, among them 8 number of powerful Jewish societies. MT. Green asserted that labor, by a collective
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-11-19
I'D Units

Joint installation ceremonies tor the local Yankee Division post and its auxiliary will be held this evening in Epeedwell hall. State Commander Raymond B. Kincaid of Bristol and Mrs. Wil- liam Thompson, president of the Bristol auxiliary, will be the ofIi. ciating officers. Mrs. Thompson will be assisted by Mrs. Mae Grove of Waterbury as sergeant. at-arms.
 Post officers are: Commander, Joseph Carpentier; first vice -com- mander, Col. William J. Ehana- han; second vice. commander, Mi- chael Giordano; treasurer, Fred. erick W. Rowe; secretary, Jerry Grifin; chaplain, Clarence Rlch- meyer; and sergeant.at-arms, Nicholas MuccinO.
 Auxiliary officers follow: Presi- dent, Mrs. Cell Kearns; first vice. president, Mrs. Rose Downs; sec. ond vice-president, Mrs Helen Robinson; secretary, Mrs. Jane Meyer; treasurer, Mrs. Mary Grove; chaplain, Mrs. Marie Bo- AAms
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-11-19

win also be inducted with appro- priate services in Hibernian hall.
 Post officers to be inducted are: Commander, Joseph Vachon; past commander, Duncan c. Rose; senior vice-commander, Robert Sprano; junior vice-commander, Harry White; adjutant and finan- cial secretary, Edward B. Peters; chaplain, Ernest LaVergne; treas- lrer, Thomas Dimock; sergeant-at- arms, William Basbarach; orderly, Jack Quinlan; color berers, Thomas Costello and Herbert Jensen.
 Auxiliary officers are: Presi- dent. Mrs. Nellie Sprano; past president, Mrs. Rhea Lawrence; senior vice-president, Mrs. Sarah Gibson; Junior .vice-president, Mrs. Billie DiVito; corresponding secre- tary, Mrs. Julia White; treasurer, Mrs. Viola Spencer: financial secre- tasy, Mrs. Elizabeth Peters; chap lain, Mrs. Lillian Jensen; marshal, Mag. Adrienne Vachon; sergeant-at- arms, Mrs. Mary Dundas; color bearers, Mrs. Mae Duly and Mrs. Alice Wright: and histor- ian, Mrs. Nellie Ring.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-11-19
Civilta

The Civilta Progresso society has selected February 18th as the date of its annual masquerade dance. The function will be staged in Buckingham hall, February 18th. President Reno Benedetti has selected the following com- mittee: John Rossi, chairman, Vincent Cantamessa, Frank Vel- lucci, Peter Vellucci, Frank Ma rucci, Carlo Macrelli, Carmello Carlasso, Vincent Fibre, Antonio Liberatore, Joseph Gerazzini, Do- nato Coviello, Giro Vanlentino, Steve Groppi, Aureil Capocchi, ePter Fortunate, Dom Ercol, John zampino, A. Augustine, Michael Franceskini, John Gab- riel, Louis Vitale, Mario Flsco, John Riola, John Bercotelli, Dom- mic Posente, Mike Marotta, Er- rico Carisi, Anthony Ceccarelh, John Brunetti, Pasquale Maetro, Joseph Nocera, A. Bonaldi, John Galetta and Primo Gigliani.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-11-19
JUDGE MASCOLO
 POSTPONES CASE
Disqualifies Self in Motor Vehicle Case on Learn
 ing New Facts

Though he had already heard much of the testimony, Judge Ed ward Mascolo today disqualified himself in the case of Patrick J. Sullivan, 61, of 211 wood street, who was arrested Oct. on charge of violating the rules of the road.
 When the case was called this morning, Judge Mascolo said that since he had heard testimony in the case Monday he had secured infor- nation which obliged him to with draw from the case. He continued the matter for two weeks, when it will be heard by another judge.
 Lawrence DeJoseph, 26. of 78 Giles street, charged with driving without license, was given month to pay a penalty of $5.
 vincenzo Scavello, AT, of East Hartford, charged with driving without Q license, received a nolle on payment of $5.
 Continuances to Monday were given George Wiggleworth, 42. of z oak street, Naugatuck, charged with reckless driving: Raymond Lampron, 26. of Watertown, charged with speeding.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-11-19
Collision

A truck driven by Andrew Was 1enko, of Woodtic road, this city, was damaged last night in colli- sion on Park street, Bristol. The truck, which was parked, was struck by a passenger car operated by Daniel Korotic, of 27 East Main street, Terryville.
 Both drivers were notified to appear at Bristol police headquar- ters for questioning today.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-11-19
Prayers

Prayers that President Rcose- welt may keep "his strength, courage and wisdom" were off, fered by local Jews this morning at Beth Israel and Sharis Israel synagogues. The prayers were offered in appreciation of the presidents stand against prosecution of Jews in Germany.
 The Union of Orthodox Rab- bis of the United States and Canada had set aside today as one for prayers for the presi- dent
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-11-19
Brotherhood

The Italian Brotherhood will celebrate it's 21st anniversary to- morrow afternoon with an enter tainment at Veterans of Foreign Wars hall. Delegations are ex- pected from numerous Italian American fraternal groups.
 Agostino Agostini is chairman of the arrangements committee, assisted by Frank Vellucci, sec retary; Umbert0 SantopietrO, Peter DeCiccO, Antonio IannittO, Angelo Gabino, Peter DiLeo, Nich- olas Zappone, John Sforza. An- tonic LOmbardi, Joseph Petro- clone, George Crocicchia. Michael Gugliotti, Antonio Genoa, Joseph Rubino, Angelo Gallo and John DiLeO.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-11-19
Out of the Fog''

The fog which blanketed the city Thursday night was almost entirely dissipated last night. Motorists reported that driving conditions were far better than the night before, when visibility was almost nOn-existent.
 There was fog along some of the city's streets and on main roads to and from the city at times last night, but never for long periods. Moreover, it was not by any means as dense as the fog of Thursday night.
 Police reported that there were mo serious accidents. Mild tenn peratures prevailed during the night as light rains fell occasion ally.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-11-19
Hold Everything!

Spiritual telephone calls from the Holy Ghost have informed Prophet Jones, local colored prophet, that disaster is due in three states, Alabama, New York and Pennsylvania, according to the prophet.
 He declared that The Master has notified him through the Holy Ghost that the people of the states specified are to suffer be- cause they are drifting away form God. He turged that all Ameri- cans, particularly those in the three states menaced by the terms of his message, pray more faith fully.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-11-19
Store Burgarlized

A store owned by s. H. Corey, at 324 Mill street, was broken into by thieves last night. A quantity of cigars, cigarettes and other merchandise was taken.
 Detective Lieut.. John Calvin and Detective Sergt. Anthony Mariana investigated. Entrance was made by breaking the glass in the front door.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-11-19
---- SPO7LIGRTTNG G---
 Brass City News
Gives Lecture

Chief Electricians Mate, John w. McGibbon, local Recruiter for the Navy at Waterbury and its surrounding communities, is to journey to Ansonia and lecture before the combined student body of the Ansonia High School and the Pine Trade School in the aud- itorium of the new High school of that City, Monday morning 18th.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-11-19
Irish-Americans

Rev. Michael Martin of De- troit was guest speaker at . meet ing of the Irish American Club and its auxiliary last night in Cana dian Legion Hall. A program of singing and dancing followed the regular business of the session.
 President William Boyle outlined plans for the St, Patrick's day celebration. Dr. John D. Freney was named chairman, assisted by George Ryan, William Boyle, Cap tain John Griffin, Charles Daly, Edward Fox, William Fitzell. Rob- ert Coughlin and Michael Goggin. Six new applications for member ship were received.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-11-19
Italian Sisterhood

Approximately 200 attended the annual dinner dance of the Italian Sisterhood at Wayerly inn last night.
 Mrs. Minnie Marinaro was the chairman of tEc arrangements committee, assisted by Mrs. Marie Verrastro, co-chairman; Mrs. Jo- seph c. Pernatozzi, president; {; Misses Leonora Trumf1o, Antoi- nette Asetta, Rose DelPrincipe, Margaret Colasanto, Jane Margi- otti, Julia Jannetty, Lucia A. Matarazzo, Margaret Esposito, Marie Damiani, Josephine Ferrone, Nella Capocchi and Sylvia Perillo.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-11-19
K. of P. Lodges

The third degree was worked on candidates from Speedwell, Comstock and Goodwill lodges, Knights of Pythias, at the meet ing of Speedwell lodge last night. The degree team included mem- bers of the three lodges. Mem bers of local lodges have been in- vited to- an entertainment in Speedwell hall Dec, g,
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-11-19
Hit By Car

Abel Fernandez, IA, of FOG East Main street, suffered minor leg injuries early last night when struck by an automobile on Grand street, near the post office. The boy was treated at St. Mary's hos pital.
 Motor Patrolman John Murphy reported that the car was driven by Nelson Desjardins, 38, of Pearl Lake Road. The driver reported the accident after taking the boy to the hospital.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-11-19
ALBERT 0. TALLER
 DUE FOR SURPRISE

Friends of Albert O. Taller, Re- publican registrar of voters, are planning a surprise for him. The city official is on a vacation cruise which will land him at Cristobal, Canal Zone, the middle of the week starting Monday.
 So, after Taller sailed from New York on the United Fruit cruise ship, Palamanca, a message was sent air mail to a United States navy flying officer at Cocosola, Ca- nal Zone, near to the Atlantic en- try to the canal.
 The officer was asked to meet Taller and fly him over Panama. Unless there is some slip-up in plans and the officer, in question, is away from the flying base on leave, the Waterbury official is due for quite surprise.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-11-19
Change

St. Mary's hospital reported no change today in the condi- ton of Raymond Tiernan, AZ, of Yale avenue, Middlebury, who suffered severe burns yesterday. Herman, an employe of the Connecticut Light and Power Company, fell against a live wire while working at the power cont pany's Baldwin street sub-sta- tion.
 Herman was badly burned about the hands and neck. His condition is not believed to be serious.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-11-19
Auto Fire

A leaking carburetor early to- day caused a fire in a car owned by Nicholas Blanca, of 16 Sims bury street. Bremen, answering an alarm at 12:02 o'clock extin- guished the blaze quickly.
 Overflow of an oil burner brought six companies to $40 North Main street late yesterday afternoon. There was no damage.
 A false alarm was registered at 2 o'clock yesterday afternoon from box 251, at Orange and Ward streets.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-11-19

Hartford, Nov. 19-According to data released today by the Aetna Casualty & Surety Company, auto- mobile fatalities during the first nine months of 1888 in the S6 states in which statistics are available to- tai 12,776 as compared with l6,420 for the same period last year, a de-
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-11-19
Nation Witnesses 22%
 Decline In Fatalities

crease of g per cent. Of the 36 states incuded in the list only five showed an increase in the number of highway fatalities during the first nine months of 1888 as com pared with the same months of
 1887. All the other states reported e decrease.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-11-19
Patents Granted

A patent for combination lock has been granted Ralph Ben jannin of this city and Frederick A. Moline has been granted one for an indicator of temperature on cooking pots The Chase Brass & Copper Go. has been granted new trademarks on brass, cop- per and alloy sheets, rods, wire and silver colder.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-11-19
Concordias

Concordia hall will be the scene tonight of the annual Thanks giving dance of the Concordia Singing Society. Music will be by Marks orchestra, and program of entertainment will be pre- sented.
 The committee in charge in- cludes William Borchardt, Rein- hardt Arber, Alexander Haversat, Siegmund Klobedanz, Burton Beecher, Morton and Warren Tap ken, Eric Kuegler and Otto Moul- net.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-11-19

While Diyarbekir, Eastern Anato- lia. pays rewards for destruction of scorpions, Tahir Baba, bushman, proves that he is immune to their stingS by catching them alive and eating them or letting them crawl over him while the townspeople look on amazed.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-11-19
Local Unions Join
 Boycott On Germany
Central Labor Organization Notified By A. E. of E
 Leader to Enlist PubIic's Sympathy Here

boycott, can register the strongc.I possible protest against persecution of Jews and Catholics in Mad Germany.
 Each loca lis asked to aid the effectiveness of the boycott in itg city or town.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-11-19
FraternqL Neus
Zindah Grotto

A supper meeting of Zindah Grotto was attended by about 50 members last night in the Grotto rooms on Bank street. Adam w. Jentoch, magician, was the chief entertainer.