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The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-05-21

The motorist should give particu- lar attention to the pedestrian, said Police Superintendent William J. Roach in a safety statement today.
 He urges the driver to exercise extreme caution whenever he sees a person on foot, and points out that the pedestrian has his rights as well as those of the driver.
 Superintendent Roach's statement is as follows:
 "As automobile drivers we are a selected class of individuals, pre- sumably equipped with sufficient ability and experience to pilot a vehicle from given point to our destination without harm either to fellow motorists or pedestrians. Of all the various hazards confronting the drivers today, the pedestrian is probably one of the trickiest to avoid. We should not look upon the pedestrian as a single individual or single class; we should separate him into four distinct classes: CD The child. CD The normal adult. (3) The normal aged. (4) The phys ically deficient.
 ITO deal with these classes it is first necessary to recognize them. For this reason our location and speed on our streets should be such that we have the opportunity to size up the pedestrian, determine his class, and decide what his con- duct may be. Obviously this must be done in split second. Of these four classes the child is recognized most quickly as a definite hazard. We must realize that a child's be- havior is not governed by any CIVIL law, that he responds instantly to impulse, that we are fully responsl- ble for any injury that might occur. We know that our own children sometimes do queer, cratic thlngs' They, too, may sometimes dart suo- denly into the street from behind A parked car, or dash madly after a ball that has rolled into the path of traffic"
 Although the normal adult in most cases can be quickly recog- nized it is sometimes easy to mis- judge him because of factors like alcohol. ill health and worry. We should assume that he is either motorist on foot or a pedestrian familiar with the problems of driver. Thus, his conduct does not demand as much caution from us as with the child, the aged or the
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-05-21
Public Sale of Topples Opens in Waterbury Wednesday
CURTIN ELECTED BY STATE GROUP
Parks Superintendent Is Named Treasurer at New Haven Farley Yesterday

James J. Curtin, Waterbury super intendent of parks, was elected treasurer yesterday at the meeting of the Connecticut State. Confer ence on Public Recrea ton at New Haven. As predicted, a permanent state conference on public recreation was formed to undertake probable allotment of federal WPA funds for a national project of supervision of recreation.
 Other officers named besides Mr. Curtin are J. Gerald Tobin of Green wich, president; Edward T. Bucking- ham. of Bridgeport, first vice-pres- ident; George H. Hollister, Of Hart ford, second president; Robert Rice, of New London, third vice. president; Mrs. Margery Woodlock of Norwalk, secretary; and James Curtin, of Waterbury, treasurer.
 Walter L. Wirth of New Haven was named as member of the ex- ecutive committee.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-05-21
CATHOLIC YOUTHS
 SPONSOR SOCIAL
100 Attend St. Margaret's Parish Hall Offering
 Last Evening

The first social of the St. Mar garet's Church Catholic Youth or ganization was held last night in the parish hall with nearly 100 young people attending. Music was by the Waterbury Country Club orchestra.
 The entertainment included a tap dance by Mary Agnes LeFleur, songs by Daniel Smith, Edward Ansara and Mary O'Brien; and 8 monolog by Andrew J. Monagan, 3d, who was in charge of the program.
 Patrons and Patronesses were Mrs. Mabel MacVe1ry Mrs. Edmund Cass, Mrs. Robert Berg, Mrs. Thomas Flanagan, Mrs. William Deadly, Ber- nard Erwin, Michael Ryle, John Kerwin, Joseph Condon and Clifton Cotter, William Fox is chairman of the general committee and Miss Marjorie Delaney, co-chairman.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-05-21

of the unemployed and the "ap- parent indifference Of those least affected by the depression to any relief program" It went on record as approving President Roosevelt's program and urged the Connecticut congressman to vote for the recov- cry plan.
 Domenic Barbieri, president of the club, defeated by four votes for city sheriff last fall, claimed moral victory" because, he said, the cur rent investigation was incepted as result of the Fusion campaign. Pas quale Travisano aSsailed double machine" methods of Democratic and Republican leaders and said that the club stands on its record because it has fought for good gov- ernment"
 The club secretary, Joseph De- Lucca, disputed reports that the grand jury proceedings will hurt the credit of the city, saying that he believed the matter will result in efficiency and economy in gov- ernment, hence, lower taxes and less burden of business men, indirectly higher wages.
 Greetings
 Michael J'Anthony, Philip Bern stein, Stanley Lucas and Peter Augelli, representing various dis trict Republican clubs, brought greetings and William Ferrari, ap- pointed to the office of Controller Sherwood L. Rowland through the endorsement of the Young Italian Democratic club, thanked the club for its support.
 Floyd H. Rasmussen, president Of the Independent Democratic and Republican club of the three Brook lyn districts. remarked that the two groups are united in the plan to fight bossism, rid the city of po- litical parasitese" and to strive for businesslike government for the benefit of tax and rent payers.
 Albert Spagnola, club orator, praised the club for its assistance to Italians and the public of the city and music was furnished by group under direction of Edward Guarino, Joseph Fillipelli was chair man of the committee in charge of the meeting.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-05-21
Sprague To Lose 42
 Pupils Next Month
Prospective Graduates Announced Today; Sixth Grade
 Students Present Assembly Program
WATERV Mrs. R. W. Henion-l7S6 Thomaston Ave-TeL 3-5462

Waterville, May 21-Miss Mary Congdon, principal of Sprague School announced the 1888 grad uating members as follows:
 Bertha Arsenault, Frank Bailey, Donald Baker, John Barlow, Oscar Harrington, Warren Bradley, Betty Brown, Albert Caron, Ann Caring ton, Enid Chauvell, Dorothy Cook, Clarence DiBlasi, Charles Dwy, Jennie Flores, Robert Fox, Frances German, John Goggin, William Goggin, Margaret Heaney, Hanley Henion, Walter Horman, William Houston, Edward Manton, Elsie Markham, June Mcbride, James Morrow, Beverly Northrop, Carmela Palo, Ellen Paul, Margaret Paul, Rosaria Perillo, Robert Reher, Betty Seebach, John Shea, James Simp- son, Robert Smith, Nancylou Tot
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-05-21
POWER ENGINEERS
 APPOINT CLINCAN


 The annual meeting of the Wa terbury chapter, National Associa- tion of Power Engineers, was held last night at Engineers hall. How ard s. Clingan was elected presi- dent.
 Others elected were: Vice-presi- dent, William J. Mullen; secretary, Louis M. Russell, reelected; finan- cial secretary. Frank E. Dadson. reelected; treasurer, William J. Foley; conductor, Thomas L. Lloyd; door keeper. John $. Holohan; trustees, Frank Schiller, Joseph B2ril and MT. Dadson.
 The chapter voted to send a dele gation to the annual state conven- ton at Bridgeport next month.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-05-21
RO.A. IN STATE
 CONVENTION HERE
Mai. Alexander to Preside 1; Congressman Smith
 Among Guests

The annual state convention of the Connecticut department, Re- serve Officers association, will open at The Elton at 2:30 this afternoon. The convention banquet will be held tonight.
 Major Newton Alexander of this city, department president, will di- rect the convention. Delegates and past presidents will hold their busi- ness session this afternoon. At the same time, women visitors will be entertained at a bridge and tea.
 Several prominent speakers will be heard at the banquet, among them Congressman J. Joseph Smith. Music for dancing will be played by Joseph DiPietro and his or chestra.
 The list of delegates includes Lieut.. Col M. L. Merrill, Ord-res. Lieut.. Robert E. Benjamin, Fin-res. Capt. Louis w. Schaefer, Infres. Maj. H. E. F. Tiesing, Dentres and Lieut.. Bert Katten, Fares of Hart ford chapter, Capt. William F. Con- nelly, Ord-res, Lieut.. John Nudge, CA-res and Lieut.. Robert Bruno, Fin-res of Bridgeport chapter, Lieut.. Thomas F. ONeil, Dent-res, and Lieut.. Sol Bernstein, Engr-res of New London county chapter, Maj. Adams Martin, CA-res, Lieut.. Col Francis M. Morgan, Inf-res, Maj. Milton c. Mapes, Engr-res and Lieut.. James T. Quirk, Cav-res of New Haven chapter, Maj. George A. Sherron, Ord-res, Lieut.. Carl H. Lind, Fin-res and Lieut.. George H. Morgan, FA-res of Stamford chap ter, Mai Mortimer A. OHara, Dent res, Capt. Charles E. Kelly, Ord-res and Capt. Max R. Traurig, JAG- res of Waterbury chapter.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-05-21
Three Veteran Groups
 To Supervise Sale In
 Schools, Public Streets
Church Services, Memorial Services Parade to Mark City's Observance of Memorial Day-American
 Legion Files Statement on Poppy Fund

The official sale of poppies by various veteran groups in Water bury opens at noon hour next We'd nesday when several thousand school children swing into action and appeal, to the general public to remember Americas heroes.
 The little flowers of remem- brance will be worn by those who wish to give public manifestation of their affection for those who died for America from Wednesday until Memorial Day, Monday, May 30, when the general commemorative service are held here. The annual parade will be held in the morning.
 Church Services
 The veterans of Waterbury will attend mass at o'clock in the Church of the Immaculate Con- ception and in the course of the parade will pause at the Soldiers
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-05-21
, ten, Marjorie Truelove, Russell
 Truelove, Hallie Futile, Donald Viall, Mary Wagner.

An assembly, program was present. ed in the gymnasium yesterday aft ernoon, by the sixth grade pupils of Miss Blodgett's room. The an- nouncer was Raymond Tyler. 9th CTS taking part included:
 Poem-"If-for Boys Boys of class.
 Poem-"If-for Girls"-Girls oi class.
 Sketch-"Hints from Healthland' By the class.
 Compositions:
 "The Value of Education"-Ed gar Davis.
 Our Schools"-Alice Relyea.
 "Safety"-Albert Elliott.
 "One Way to Keep Physically Fit" -Thelma Elsdon.
 The church services which will ba held tomorrow will be as follows:
 St. MichaePs
 Masses tomorrow will be at 8 and 10:15 a. m. Rev. Francis Higgins will officiate.
 Gospel Hall
 Morning service will be held at 10:30 o'clock; Sunday School at 12 o'clock noon and evening gospel meeting at 7:30 p. m.
 Waterville Union
 Miss Elizabeth M. Weeks, minis ter. Sunday School will be con- ducted at II a. m, and the evening service at 7:30 o'clock, when Miss Weeks will preach on the subject, Our Warfare"
 St. Pauls Episcopal
 Rev. Raymond M. D. Adams, rec tor. Holy Communion at a. m.. Sunday School at 9:45 o'clock, and Morning prayer and sermon at II a. m.
 Grace Methodist
 The Eyeryman's Bible class will meet at 9:l5 o'clock, when the guest speaker will be Charles Rietdyke, president of the Waterbury Fedora tion of Mems Bible Glasses. Carl Froelich will be in charge, and spe- cial music will be given by the Bible Class quartet.
 The regular morning church serv- ice will be held at 10:30 o'clock, when Rev. Mulford Simonson, of New York city will conduct the service. Sunday School will be held at 12 o'clock noon, and evening service at 7:30 p. m. when Rev. Si- monson will again preach. Rev. Alison Smith will exchange pulpits with Rev. Simonson, and will con- duct services during the day in his church, in New York.
 Scouts Plan Tea
 Girl Scout Troop No. 16 held a regular meeting Thursday after noon in the Sprague School gym naSium and at that time completed plans for the Mother and Daughter Tea, Thursday afternoon, May 26th, at D. m. in the gymnasium. The hostesseS will be Ellen McMahon, Alice Buell. and Mary Ryan. An en- tertainment will follow.
 Those attending the meeting were Betty Willard, Dorothy Cook, Alice Buell., Ruth BatcheldOr. Peggy Leis- ring, Mary Wagner, Christine Hark- ness and Elsie Collins. Mrs. N. J.. Lorraine was in charge, assisted by Mrs. Elmer Wilson.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-05-21

Monument to honor the memory of Civil War veterans, at the Freight street bridge to pay tribute to the hNoes of the Spanish American war and at Library Park in honor of the men and women who died during the World War.
 Topples will be offered for sale by the American Legion. Veterans oi Foreign Wars and the Yankee rivision.
 As has been its custom for years Corporal Coyle Post, American Le- zion, files today for the pubic's benefit an account of the disburse- ment of the funds received in the sale year ago. The Legion will start decorating the graves of all veterans next week. Any family wishing to have member honored IS asked to communicate with the committee at the Legion'S home on Holmes avenue.
 Mayor Frank Hayes formally opened the sale of peoples this week by buying the first flower from Mary Bogart, daughter of MT. and Mrs. John Bogart of Laval street. The statement of the American Legion reads as follows:
 May 20, 1888. Dear Friend of American Legion,
 The reason for wearing the lit tie red poppy, the flower of re- membrance in observance of Me- morial Day, has arrived.
 Corporal Coyle Post is proud of it's administration of the Poppy Fund. Our yearly accounting of the use of this fund demonstrates that the Post is keeping faith with the heroic dead and with our comrades who have suffered mis- fortune.
 After reading the report below we believe you will desire to be- come enrolled as a supporter Of
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-05-21
ACADEMY AVENUE
 MAN ASSESSED S1O

Charged with throwing stone through the window of a restaurant from which he had been elected, Michael Bartholomew, 43, of 18l Academy avenue, was fined $l0 and costs by Judge John F. McDonough in city court today.
 Bartholomew was arrested yes- terday by Patrolman Joseph Cor man on complaint of Christopher Taylor, employe of Phoenix ave- nue restaurant.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-05-21
ALCORN AND JURY
 PRAISED BY CLUB
Young Italian Democrats Endorse ROOSevelt's Re-
 cOvery Program

Recognition for its part ill bring ing about the grand jury investiga- ton was sought by the Young Ital- ian Democratic club at a meeting last night at Liberty hall when a resolution, introduced by Edward DiMattia, besides endorsing Presi- dent Roosevelt's recovery program, pointed to its part in the Fusion campaign, elaborating that the clubs 2,500 to 5000 Democratic votes were pooled against the ad- ministration when the latter group refused political recognition of the club.
 Praises Jury
 The resolution further praised the jury and States Attorney Hugh M Alcorn, at the same t;me expressing concern over the increasing number
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-05-21
Wilson Post

William Wilson post, American Legion, will conduct its annual poppy sale starting Wednesday noon. Children will cover the North Square area. Mrs. Marie Barnes is in charge of the sale for the auxiliary and the post committee is made up of Lester Jenkins, Henry and George Allen. Hampton Stewart and William Thompson.
 The post and auxiliary will at tend the Memorial day services Friday by the Veterans of For eign Wars. Several members are also planning to march with other Legionnaires in the New Haven tercentenary parade next Satur- day.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-05-21
BROOKLYN DRIVER
 FREE UNDER BOND
Philip Grody Faces AutO= mobile Homicide Charge
 Here Tuesday

Philip Grody, 26, of Brooklyn, N. Y, alleged hit-and-run killer of Michael Strahan, 42, of Thomaston, will surrender in city court Tues day morning on charge of auto mobile homicide, Prosecutor Frank Healey stated today. Grody is now free on bond posted with Deputy Coroner Walter w. Smyth.
 Strahan was killed late in the afternoon of April 28 on Thomas ton avenue, little beyond the rail- road overpass, as he was walking along the highway. Grody's car al- legedly struck him, but the deputy coroner stated in a finding last night that Grody failed to stop at the scene.
 Grody was arrested opposite the state motor vehicle department testing lane by Inspector John De- Vito, who saw the car approaching at high rate of speed.
 The deputy coroner in his finding refuses to believe Grodys story that he did not know he struck anyone on the afternoon ill ques- tion. The finding says that there was a dent on the Car fender and that spots of fresh blood were found on the vehicle.
 Deputy Coroner Smyth holds that Grody is criminally responsi- ble. He turned his finding over to the prosecutor for the issuance of warrant.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-05-21
CAMPUS HAS 1st GIRL EDITOR

Corvallis. Ore, (UP)--A girl will edit a major campus publication for the first time in the history of Ore gon State college. Miss Lois Will Hams, Corvallis, was appointed edi- tor of the 1889 yearbook.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-05-21
V. F. w. Auxiliary

Delegates have been chosen to represent Lieut.. Shea auxiliary, Veterans of Foreign Wars, at the annual state convention in Green wich next month. They are Mrs. Janet Rice, Mrs. Ellen Sheehan, Mrs. Elizabeth Peters, Mrs. Mary Schroaider, Mrs. Mary Grove and Mrs. Julia Conklin.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-05-21
FratemQL Neus
Zindah GrOtO

The various committees, which arranged the recent successful circus of the zindah Grotto, were guests last evening at hash and pancake supper. Final reports on the event were read and 1t was announced that the Glotto's charity fund was improved by the generous support given by the public of Waterbury.
 Discussions were held on send- ing delegation of 20 to the Cleveland convention next month. The candidacy of Past Monarch Gunsenhauser of Bridgeport for supreme office was endorsed.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-05-21
BRITISH FAMILY HAS 1s

London, (UP)-Mr. and Mrs. Bert Fisher, of Somerset, say they have the largest family in Great Britain. They have seven boys and 12 girls, the oldest of whom Is 30 and the youngest 6.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-05-21

Respectfully submitted,
 M. H. TOOMEY,
 Finance Officer, William T. Harrington, Com. Wallace J. Inglis, Poppy chairman
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-05-21
FrancO-American

The auxiliary of the Franco American Social Club will cele- brate the success of its bowl ing tournament with a banquet this evening. Arthur Noel. presi- dent, will officiate as toastmaster. The committee of arrangements includes: Mrs. Wilfred Bernier, Mrs. Arthur Noel and Miss Molina Fecteau.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-05-21

the Poppy Fund and the purposes for which 1t exists.
 We anticipate your offering of $1.00 or such other amount as you may choose. Your help will be greatly appreciated.
 Annual Statements, Receipts and Expenditures. Poppy Fund, Cor poral Coyle Post, No. 1, American Legion May l, 1887, to May l, 1888 Balance, May 1, 1897 .... .$109.10 Receipts from Poppy Sales 495.11 Donations, Friends of Legion 5000
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-05-21
Behind The Lines
Naval Order

Captain A. L. Hauerwas of this city, commander of the Naval and Military Order of Connecticut, presided at the annual meeting and banquet held last evening in Hartford.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-05-21
Lady McAlpine Lodge

Lady McAlpine lodge, Daughters of Scotia, met last evening in Lord Kitchener Posts hall. A social session followed the dispo- sition of business matters.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-05-21
Evergreen Court

Evergreen Court, Order of Amaranth, held its annual memo rial services in Masonic Temple last evening. A class of candi- dates was formally initiated. A delegation will represent the loca! court when grand officers pay a visit to New London. A card party was held during the social session which followed the meeting.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-05-21
u&<&<~ &zY~w% ESTABLISHED 1888

Here They Are Girls: s. $14.75 For FIeecy Peppers And Tweed ToPcoots- For merIy $2O to $25.
 Smort, trim, IikeobIe sobordine coats which just fit into the pie- lure of girl and her "choosy" runobout car.
 Rich, rore summery posteI shades which add glomorous note to this glorious spring season of gay tints, shapes and eolors.
 A few tweeds too-some price $l4.75-formerIy $25.
 Shoes are stepping out, $2.95 and $3.95-fornerIy $6.75 and $S.75.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-05-21

The Philippine government plans to slaughter animals and store and sell the meat for livestock rais- CTS.
The Washington times., 1938-03-03
Page a Dead Cat!

Heard on the Hill: Barney
likes to be known as the friend
of Presidents, so he has, had the
general stooging for him in pre-
vious criticisms. This time. how
ever, he spoke for himself =.
St. Elizabeths in m a e-mother' s
tribal name is said to be Fast
Horse" so attendants have nick
named her youngster Swift
Pony" A North Carolina resi-.
dent is boasting he is using Iowa
friends inside Agriculture" to get
a job within Crop Insurance Cor
poration and has received a letter
from an Iowa Congressman for
backing Gowa is the new Secre-
tary's home domain.
The Washington times., 1938-03-03
Russell to Preside

c. John Russell. SSB's director
Of information, leaves tomorrow
night for Cleveland, to attend the
meeting t the National Council
of Administration of the Army and
Navy Union, of which he is COM
mander in chief District Min
imum Wage Board is preparing to
move into the new police court
building as soon as it is ready E.
Does a variation in the output of
ultraviolet light by the sun con-
troll Of earth S weather? The
answer to this question may come
The Washington times., 1938-03-03
Psychology Course

First lecture of Agriculture's
Graduate Schools course in psy-
chology entitled Discovering Our
selves: Psychology Today" was
heard yesterday in the South
Building auditorium. The course
consists of IL lectures by eminent
authorities, and will be given on
Wednesdays in the auditorium.
The Washington times., 1938-03-03
By J. Earle MOser

from experiments being conducted
with combined ultraviolet light
meter and radio perfected by w.
w. Coblentz and R. Stair of the
Bureau of Standards in conjunc-
ton with radio technicians
Experimental test flights have car.
ried this equipment as high as IA
miles into the stratosphere.
The Washington times., 1938-03-03
Speaking of Government Workers

Bits, Bites, Salutes and Swipes:
A lad in Federal Housing, son of
O famous actress, pays more in
come tax than Administrator
Stewart Mcdonald! :. Employed
at a small job within the con-
troller's division. the lads lin
come" consists of parental checks.
The Young Liberals are chat
tering that the recent spy expose
was a mere detail of a much
deeper current probe, revealed"
at the proper time to bolster pub
lie support for increased naval
appropriations. It's pointed
out that ordinarily the big powers
don't publicize their spy-snaring
by mutual consent. Henry L.
Mencken's Baltimore Sun recently
ran a letter nipping at the trash
employed by Social Security over
hereI"
The Washington times., 1938-03-03
Regarding NeDs Tips

Those mailing or 'phOning "news
tips" regarding Federal affairs or
conditions often are rewarded.
Names are kept strictly cOnfiden-
tial, and thus it is advisable for
those with juicy information to
adopt pen name" for identifi-
cation in case they are rewarded.
As in the past, many awards are
cinema tickets. Thus (CAP) be-
side your name or "pen name" en-
titles you to call at this desk for
two passes to Loew's Capitol. now
showing "Arsene Lupin Returns"
with Major Bowes on the stage.
Those with PAL) can head for
the Palace which has "A Yank at
Oxford" while (C0L) means two
passes TO see Fredric March in
The BuccaBeer" at the Columbia.
Today's awards: s. NJ. (CAPl,
p. L. T. (PAL), "AAA" (COL).
The Washington times., 1938-03-03
Sweet Offering

ORIGINAL VelGti Candy
" Stores are asked to pre-.
sent one.pound boreS of their
delicious chocolates or cara.
melS, on request, to:
Frank HI. Adams, FHA.
Louise Hardesty, Loans and
Currency.
Melvin Lancaster, General
Accounting.
(Cnndy 1UiH be presented
at either store, $40 Ninth St.
N. W., or 609 Fourteenth st.
N. w.