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The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-10-07
Unemployment Compensation Applications on Decline
LOUIS A. Walsh.
PREPARES PLANS
Local Architect to Design
Additions to st. Ra.
phaeI's Hospital

Louis A. Walsh, local architect,
has been commissioned by st.
Raphaels hospital, New Haven, to
draw the plans for two new build
ings which the hospital will erect
on property purchased this week
from Arnold College. The property
was purchased for $4,000 and the
construction OF the two building will
cost approximately 100000.
Purchase OF the Arnold College
property, at Chapel street and Sher-
man avenue, was completed this
week. The hospital was represented
In the negotiations by Sister M.
Elenita, formerly Of st. Marys and
st. Thomas schools In this city.
Actual construction will not be-
gin for at least another year. The
college will not give up Its property
and buildings until May rs, 1899,
arr the structures will then have
to DO razed. The entire property
purchased from the college will be
utilized for the new buildings.
One Of the buildings will have
private and semi-private suites for
patients, suites for doctros, and O
seri es OF operating rooms. The
other will have facilities for an adj
ministration office, numerous other
ofiices for department heads, and
two floors Of accommodations for
patients.
Provision will also be made for
additional laboratories, x.ray rooms
and clinical rooms.
The hospital has yet TO decide
what method will be used 10 gather
tho funds necessary for the cree
ton OF the two buildings. Sister
Elenita has stated that legacieS left
TO the hospital are oil limited 70
specific purposes and cannot DO used
for building the new structures.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-10-07
TESTIMONIAL FOR
FRANCIS MCDONALD

Twenty-Five friends OF Francis
Mcdonald honored him AT q testi-
monial dinner last night IN SuozzoS
restaurant. He will be married soon.
Present were: Edward y. Bergin,
Martin Brennan Earl Barrett, John
Kinney, Thomas Quinlan. Francis
O'Donnell William Cronan, Francis
o'Rourke, Irving May, Edward Me-
Donalds James Harmon, Thomas
Mcdonald, william Davidson. Emil
Bria, John r. Eean, william j..
O'Brien, Joseph M. Cunningham,
John A. Rossi, George Tarket,
Thomas 0uinlan, Francis n. Doolan,
Patrick Costello, Francis Mcdonald,
and Louis Il. Bria.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-10-07
ANTIQUES EDITOR
TO LECTURE HERE

Homer Eaton Reyes, editor Of the
magazine, "Antiques", will be the
speaker at q fall meeting OF the
Mattatuck Historical society Wed.
nesday In the large gallery OF the
society's West Main street building.
1.-THE Pleasantest Form OF Insanity:
Collecting" will be the topic Of his
talk.
George Marinko's most recent
paintings are on view In the little
gallery and may DO seen until 90.
tober 81.
Announcement has been made by
the society and the Waterbury
Stamp club Of the publication OF the
biography OF John w. Hill, famous
Waterbury postmaster Of earlier
years.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-10-07
Eagles

Worthy President Charles ".
Kleps reported on the recent dis
trict meeting OF New Haven, four
candidates were initiated and
three members reinStated at O
meeting last night OF Brass City
Aerie, Eagles, at the home OF, East
Main street.
Dr.. George A. Leonard. Aerio
physician; Past President Stephen
r. Mitchell, and Vice.Preside1t
Raymond Miller spoke. The aerie
challenged the Derby lodge 10 Q
card tournament and the annual
state card tournament schedule
will DO announced October 10.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-10-07
Master Mason

The Bristol Company team OK.
emplified tho Master Mason do.
gree last night ct o meeting OF
Harmony Lodge Of MasonS ct the
Masonic Temple.
II was announced that q team
from the Bunker Hill Congrega-
tionai church will confer the
Master Mason degree at o meet
ing October 20. All Master Ma
sons will DO invited TO attend the
ceremonies.
A social program was held fol-
lowing last nights meeting.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-10-07
Frigentina Society

The proposed drive Of the 1tal.
ian Aid committee was discussed
at last nights meeting OF the
Frigentina society by Rev. Joseph
Valdambrini, pastor OF Our Lady
OF Lourdes church, and Frank
Pope. Amedeco Polosi presided A
special meeting will DO called TO
decide on o constitution.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-10-07
B. p. 0. Z.

The Waterbury Lodge OF H'lkS
last night voted 10 make o con.
tribution 10 the disaster relief
fund OF the waterbury Chapter,
American Red Cross. Plans were
made for O Halloween dance at
Elks Hall October 20.
The lodges bowling league Will
begin lis season October II.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-10-07
KoppLEMANN RENoMrNATED

Hartford, Conn. Oct. 7--(UP)-,
Rep. Herman r. Kopplemann, Defiis
ocrat, was renominated unanimous
ly last night for 0 fourth term "a
congressman from the FIRST district
Kopplomann was unsuccessful re-
Gently In his effort 10 gain the y. 9.
senatorial nomination.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-10-07
Canton Martin

Rehearsals for the drill team Of
Canton Martin, Odd Fellows, will
be held after the next meeting,
Oct. 20 In Odd Fellows hail., The
annual inspection November Q
will DO followed by q social pro-
gram arranged by the auxiliary.
Tho annual state inspection Of the
auxiliary will DO held Oct. 20.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-10-07
Sons OF America

The fall program Of Washing.
ton Camp, Patriotic Order, Sons
OF America was opened last night
with q social after o melting IN
Lord Kitchener post hall. The
will donate o tree for Constltu.
tlon grove at the new Boy Scout
camp. Herman Valentine presided.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-10-07
MILLS 10 NAMED

WilIimantic, Conn, Oct. 7--(UP,
ALBERT l.. Mills, Wiliimantic and
Hampton, today held the Repubii-
can nomination for state senator
from tho 2eth district.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-10-07

Out.of.State applicants have re-
celved s266,077.63 70 date, Mr.. Tone
said.
Applicants who formerly either
lived In Connecticut or worked for
Connecticut Arms, but who now re-
side In Massachusetts, were given
the largest amount, Sii0,09e.el.
New York, second with 973,0be.62,
Is followed by Rhode Islands S20,-
67l.l6 and Names 9ie,030.eb. Penn
sylvania Is fifth with Si2,ilo0i, &C.
cording to the report.
Last place on the Connecticut list
Of disbursements Is held by Mon.
tana's Si0.0e.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-10-07
BENEs At HOME

Prague. Cgechoslovakia, oct. T.
CUP = Former President Eduard
Bones left the presidential pminee
last night and retired 10 his home
81 gezlnoyo UstI, d bohemia.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-10-07
FraternaI Nelvs

will be held October 20 In Moose
hail, with Williams orchestra
playing.
Mrs. Ada Merluzz Is chairman
OF the arrangements committee,
assisted by Mrs. Elizina Pope. Mrs.
Angelina Carlisle, Mrs. Angelina
Ciarlone and Miss Mary BaiocchL
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-10-07
Italian Women

Arrangements for the first On.
nual Halloween dance OF the
North italian Women's society
we're made last night at q meet
Ing In Moose hall. Tho dance
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-10-07
sPELLACY IL OUT

Hartford, Conn, Oct 7-(uP)-
Mayor Thomas J. spellacy, leader
OF the old guard faction In the
Democratic party. announced today
no was not q candidate for Judge
OF probate In the Hartford district.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-10-07
Naomi Chapter

Naomi chapter Order OF Eastern
star will hold its annual harvest
supper and festival November 10
and ~, not October 10 and II ~
has been announced.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-10-07
BANK CONDITION ASKED

Washington. oct 7-(uP)-The
comptroller Of the currency today
issued O call for the condition OF
all national banks as Of September
2a.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-02-11
SAVINGS BANK
 CLERK ENR0LLS
Miss Helen L. Smith Given Distinction of Being
 First Local Member

Miss Helen L. Smith, an employe of the Waterbury Savings bank, to- day became the first Waterbury member of the Plan for Hospital Care, Inc, popularly known as the Two and Half Gents Day Plan" Miss Smith was one of A employees of the bank who joined today.
 The bank employees signed member ship applications after the plan had been explained in detail by Jack C.. Hurst, who has been placed in charge of the enrolment of mem- bers in the Waterbury area. The A who joined represent 80 per cent of the eligibles at the bank, which is considered an excellent showing. More employees of the institution are expected to join.
 Under the plan, members are en- titled to three weeks of hospital care a year. Members can enroll their wives or husbands, and chill dren for slight additional fees.
 Another group which enrolled to- day was composed Of employees of the Connecticut State Employment Service. More than SO per cent of the eligibles in this group joined.
 Benefits for those who enrolled today will begin March 1. Repre- sentatives of the plan, in which St. Mary's and Waterbury hospitals are cooperating, plan to visit downtown business concerns daily to enroll new groups. Later local factories will be visited.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-02-11

WPf classes in art, recently in- augurated by Michael Russo. prom ise to be of keen interest to Wa terbury art lovers. Glasses are being conducted at the Bronson library and Crosby high school.
 The schedule follows:
 History and Appreciation of Art" 1" Tuesday. 7-9 p. m., Crosby high, Room 109A.
 The Story of Architecture Thursday, 7-9 Crosby high, Room 1O9A. Painting classes at Bronson library. Wednesday and Friday IA D. m. and 7-9 D. m.
 MT. Russo formerly conducted classes in the Mattatuck Commit nifty centers until he was called to fill a one years teaching fellowship at Colorado Springs college. Many local people have studied under MT. Russo. and it is felt renewed interest will be evidenced in the art field now that the expert services of MT. Russo have again been secured.
 Art Center
 rOi al CiIoocS, NISS CillSIyI M Barrett of Bronson library, has do- mated the use of large room and already lively art center has de- veloped under the WPA educational auspices. MT. Russo'S painting classes will be conducted in the Bronson library art center.
 In his Thursday night classes MT. Russo intends to carry his classes through the field of archi- lecture by means of survey course, The Thursday night course will be divided into four sections and the
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-02-11
Winter Reigns

Balmy weather of the week, snapped into brisk March breezes yesterday, reverted to the seasol;al today and citizens of Waterbury were made aware that winter still reigns here aboutS.
 The thermometer dropped to 16 degrees at 6 o'clock today, hovered there and then shifted slowly upward until the mid twenties were reached, where the mercury remained through out the morning.
 Park department officials an- nounced that there is a post season skating at Hamilton park, "post-seasOl;" in the sense that the ice had melted away and there was little prospect after the weekend of spring weather that winter sports would be possible. The ice form ed on the shallow Hamilton Park pond averaged around six inches early today.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-02-11
Evasion

Charges of reckless driving and evading responsibility were placed against Vincent J. Mature, 40, of 164 Russell street, following his arrest last night by Sergeant Jo- seph McEvoy and Motor Patrol man Eugene Doherty. It is al- legged that Mature left the scene of an accident at South Elm and Cole streets.
 Police reported that Maturo's car, turning into South Elm street. struck an automobile driven by George E. Bolan, of TOT Easton avenue. The cars were only slight ly damaged. Police said that Ma turo left the scene, informing Be- Ian that he was going for a po- liceman but failed to return. He was picked up some time later.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-02-11

worker is about to draw compensa- tion from his reserve account. The employer then is entitled to appeal the claims. AS result of these noti- fications, a number of employers have protested, offering proof that numerous applicants have been wo. ,,5ing steadily this year." she ex- plained.
 Fines Provided
 She pointed out that the Act pro- vides a fine of not more than two hundred dollars or not more than six months imprisonment or both for a person who knowingly makes false representation to obtain compensation. In addition, the in- dividual has to repay to the conl- mission sum equal to the amount received by him, plus interest.
 These cases will be investigated immediately" Miss Wood warned land if misrepresentation is found, penalties will be imposed at once"
 The law was passed for the bene- fit of the workers of Connecticut and they should be the last persons to try to abuse it," she said.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-02-11

Commissioner
 have been found ineligible for bene- fits of the act, by the agents of the commission.
 Claims Filed
 Several hundred local claims have been disqualified, for various req sons, and there is possibility that a large number of those denied the benefits will take appeals. In the event the claimant is not satis- fled with the disposition of his cbum by a commissioner, he may seek aid from the courts.
 At hearings today before Mrs. Verdon, the claimant may be rep resented by counsel if he so desires. Mrs. Verdon said she would keep the hearing on as informal basis as possible. Simple rules for the in- troduction of evidence will be fol- lowed.
 Appeals from denial of applica- tion must be filed with the com missioner within one week after mo- tl!ication of such action is received by the claimant. Forms for the appeal are provided with the denial notification. They may be either mailed or delivered personally to Mrs. Verdon,s office in the Lilley building.
 Hearings will be assigned by Mrs. Verdon.
 Penalties
 Hartford, February II. - Threat ening to impose the maximum penalties provided by the act upon applicants for unemployment com pensation who misrepresent them selves, Miss Helen Wood, executive director of the Unemployment Com penSation Division of the Depart ment of Labor, stated today that applications sent in by employers indicate that numerous claimants for benefits have not been jobless during 1S38.
 Employers have brought to our attention the fact that great many individuals who are applying for compensation were working at the time they made claims for benefits" !" Miss Wood disclosed.
 "As soon as we find an applicant otherwise eligible, We notify the in- dicated employer that former
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-02-11
F|REMEN STAGE BIENNIAL BALL Brilliant Social Function to Be Held in State
 ArmOry Tonight

A beautifully decorated dance floor will greet the hundreds of Water burians tonight who attend the bi- ennial Firemen's ball at the state armory on Field street. All was in readiness today for the gala event, and members of the committee in charge expect record crowd.
 For the benefit of the crowds which will gather at the armory early to look on, a concert and floor show have been arranged. The en- tertainment will start at o'clock, with 10 acts of vaudeville being presented.
 The ball tonight will climax months of preparation. The commit tee in charge is headed by Richard M. Crean, president Of the Fire mems Aid association.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-02-11


 The injuries prevented MT. Mosely from attending a dinner given on Tuesday night by Edward o. Goss of Pine street to employees who had been 50 years or more in the em- ploy of the Scovill Go. The occa- sion was the 50th anniversary of MT. Goss' association with the factory.
 Witnesses Found
 It was first reported that Mr. Mosely had been struck by an auto mobile last Thursday. Investigation by Sergeant Joseph McEvoy of the accident squad revealed, however, that witnesses had seen MT. Mosely fall and had taken him to his home, on Bryan road. He was later taken to the hospital
 MT. Mosely is survived by two daughters, Daisy o. Mosely, and Mrs Hugo Enders; also by step-son George Wiley. messenger at the court of common pleas.
 Funeral services will be held from the Arthur J. Lunny Funeral Home, 25 Central avenue, time and other arrangements to be announced later.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-02-11
- SPOTLIGHTING - Brass City News
S2O,OOO Cash

Judge Frank F. McEvoy in superior court today reserved de- cision on an application by the Merchants Trust Company to ac- cept S20,000 cash for release of a S21,984.46 mortgage on a four story brick building at 105S Bark street.
 The application was made through Bank Commissioner Wal ter Perry, and was presented by Assistant Attorney General Leo Gaffney. John BOzzutO, owner of the building, has made the offer. MT. GafTney suggested that the Cffer be accepted.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-02-11
World Affairs

Dr. William B. Lippard of New York was the speaker last night at the mid-Week service at the First Baptist church, He discussed world affairs.
 Dr. Lippard declared the church is the only bulwark for idealiSm in the world. The foes of society, he said, are organism, national1sm and racialiSm.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-02-11
VICTIMS SHOWING
 NO IMPROVEMENT
Two Names Remain on Danger List at St.
 Mary's Hospital

St. Mary's hospital today reported no change in the condition of three young men seriyusly burned in an explosion at the Cities Service gas station at East Main and Wolcott streets Monday night. A fourth youth was fatally burned, dying a few hours after the explosion, which was caused by alcohol fumes.
 On the danger list are: Armand Cieno, 20. of 827 East Main street and William Burnes, 21, of Wolcott street. Seriously burned also was Richard Hager, 9, of 30 Gates eve- nue, attendant at the station.
 Andrew Biondi. 21, of 126 Wolcott street, succumbed to burns suffered in the explosion.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-02-11
SNOW TRAINS CANCELLED

Boston. Feb. 11-(UP)-All snow trains" for Sunday were cancelled today by the Boston &5 Maine rail- road because of lack of snow in northern New England. ikeWiSe cancelled was the moonlight snow train" scheduled to operate tomor- row night from Springfield, Hol- yoke, and Northampton to Brattle- boro, Vt. The weekend snow srains" will leave on schedule to- morrow.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-02-11
Agreement

The following agreement in which compensation will be paid weekly during the period of total disability was filed today and ap- proved at the office of the com pensation commissioner:
 Lux Clock Company and Rose Scovill. 73 Branch street. finger injury, $7.44 for 6 1-3 weeks.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-02-11
POLICE PROBING
 CAUSE OF WOUND
Thomas Street Woman Found Unconscious on
 Kitchen Floor Today

Mrs. Cora L. Ross, 52, of Thomas street, was found lying on the floor of the kitchen at. her home at 2 o'clock this morning. Her throat had been cut and a knife was near by, according to a report made by Motor Patrolman Joseph Lovallo.
 The woman was taken to St. Mary's hospital in an ambulance. The hospital reported this after noon that her condition was fair. Police said the woman had been ill for some time, and suspect that the wound was self-inficted.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-02-11
ELY CULBERTSON
 WANTS TO WED

New York, Feb. 11-(UP) Ely Culbertson said today that he would marry his recently divorced wife, Josephine, again If she asks me"
 The bridge expert, WHO returned yesterday from vacation Ll Europe said many, many women of all classes have been asking me to mar ry them.
 Since my divorce" he added, Y have not had one moment of peace. It looks to me as if I will have to marry again. I hope, if do, that it is to my former Wif!'
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-02-11
Pedestrian Injured

Eugene F. Casivant, g, of IF Green street, was arrested on a reckless driving charge last night after his car had struck John Savers, 59, of 292 West Main street. Savers suffered cuts about the face. He was treated at St. Mary'S hospital.
 Motor Patrolman Joseph Phe- Ian reported that Savers had sig nailed bus at West Main and State streets and was walking into the roadway when he was struck. Casivant took him to the hospl- tai after the accident.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-02-11
Elections

Election of officers of Senior class at Leavenworth High school, which were to have been conduct ed this morning, have been post poned until Monday.
 Nominations for each office were made last week, and considerable enthusiasm has been manifested by the various student groups for their particular candidate.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-02-11
Awaits Hearing

A continuance of a week was given in city court today to Fred Gross, 5, of 102 Brown street. after he had been given a hearing on an embezzlement charge.
 Gross is alleged to have taken $15S from the DiLeO Brothers, his employers. He contends that the money he took was for reimbursement for sums spent by him in the course of his work as a salesman and collector.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-02-11
COURT JURY MAY
 BE CALLED TUESDAY

The superior court jury will be called into service Tuesday, accord ing to assignments made this morn ing by Judge Frank P McEvoy.
 Numerous cases have been set down for trial by jury, during the next two weeks. The jury was se- lected several weeks ago, but has seen no service as yet.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-02-11
Mrs. Verdon Presides At First Hearings On
 Claims Of Applicants
resentng Facts in Presenting Petitions for Benefits Penalties Threatened

First appeals from decisions of the unemployment compensation commission will be heard in this district today by Mrs. Margaret Verdon, commissioner, at her of- flee in the Lilley building.
 Three appeals are slated for hear Ing, according to Mrs. Verdon, who until the beginning of this year was supervisor of the local welfare de- partment. All are persons who
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-02-11
Cunning!

Machine gunning was the sub ject of the regular unit school for members of the Waterbury Re- serve Officers association last night at the post office Major Les lie T Lathrop of the 41Sth Infan- try acted as instructor
 Officers were instructed on the stripping and re-assembling of machine guns while on field duty
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-02-11
President

Mayor Frank Hayes, members of the board of fire commissioners other city officials, and chief and officers of fire departments of many cities and towns about the state will be among the guests of honor
 The dance floor will be restricted to those in evening dress until af- ter midnight. Bremen and their friends will enjoy themselves at sup per parties after the ball, with gatherings having been arranged for many restaurants and night clubs in the city and nearby,
 Timmie Grove and an augmented orchestra will play for the dancing.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-02-11
Defective Pipe

Small damage was done by fire yesterday afternoon at the home of George Graham, 6SO Vol colt street. The blaze was blamed on a defective pipe in a hot air furnace.
 Members of the East Main street bungalow station company answered the alarm.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-02-11
Art Classes To
 Be Taught By Russo
Tuesday and Thursday Sessions to Be Conducted at
 Crosby High School and Bronson Library

opening series of lectures will sur vey the first 35 hundred years of architecture touching upon the fun damentals of the study and it's Egyptian, Greek and Roman aspects.
 Information
 Interested persons may register with MT. Russo upon entrance to his classes, and further information may be had by calling the WPA educational office at Crosby high school, Tel. 5-1173. For these classes, as for all WPA educational classes being supported by public funds, no charge is exacted for instruction.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-02-11
Title CIOuded

Application for a judgment quieting title to property on the south side of Johnson stret was filed in the Superior Court today by Mary E. Davis of Watertown against the heirs of Wilfred J. Humphrey.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-02-11
Judgment

Judge Edward J. Finn in the court of common pleas today granted the following foreclOs- ure judgment:
 Edith DeLaurentis against Florence Simonson, debt, S2,- 123.92, law day, April Is, 1888.