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The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-05-10
ROYAL LINER IN
 QUIETER WATERS

Aboard s. s. Empress of Aus tralia, En Route to Quebec, May 10.-(UP).-The Empress of Aus tralia, bearing King George and Qeen Elizabeth, ploughed today through a sea which compared to that of yesterday, was tranquil.
 White caps flecked the waves and there was a strong wind from the southwest but the sun was shining and the ship had steadied down af- ter a rough day yesterday.
 Sailors were busy this morning rolling back the canvass curtains and other equipment used to pro- tect passengers against gales.
 The King and Queen had retired early last night after dining with members of their suite as the liner maintained a steady 17 knots througs half-gale.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-05-10
|E. GOSS INVITED.
 TO CELEBRATION
Sons of Italy Plan Banquet for Silver Jubilee
 Observance

Former Congressman Edward w. Goss of this city is numbered among the list of distinguished guests ex- pected to attend the 18th anni- versary celebration of the Grand Lodge, Order of Sons of Italy in Connecticut. Dr. William F. Verdi has been chosen as toastmaster for the banquet to be held next Sun day evening at the State Armory, New Have~.
 The one dsy celebration will be opened with mass meeting in the Troup junior high school at which some 5000 people are expected. Judge Eugene Allesandroni of the Pennsylvania superior coure will be principal speaker at the mass meet ing at which Michaelangelo Russo of Middletown, present grand mas ter, will preside. Mayor John w. Murphy of New Haven will welcome the guests. The mass meeting will be preceded by a reception for ven- erables of different lodges in the state at the Sons of Italy hall in Wooster place.
 Guests will include Gov. Ray mond E. Baldwin, Chief Justice Wil- liam Maltbie, Edward Goss of Wa terbury, Michael A. Fredo of Massa- chusetts, Cav. Luigi Scala of New York and many others.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-05-10
Fannick Post

David Fannick post, Jewish War Veterans of the United States, will present a flag to Troop 26, Boy Scouts, at flag day exercises at the Waterbury He- brew institute, June IA. Plans for the presentation were made at 8 post meeting last night.
 A number of post members will attend the dinner dance to be given Friday night at the Elton under the sponsorship of Corp. Coyle post, American Legion. A delegation will also attend Wilson post musical and tea at the Pearl Street Community house Sunday afternoon.
 The post gave instructions last night to its delegates who will attend the state convention in Hartford May 25, 26 and 27. Sam uel Sachs, of Bridgeport, senior vice. commander of the state de- partment, was a guest at the meeting.
 The auxiliary of Fannick post is sponsoring a couple Mitzvah bridge this afternoon and even- ing at the home of Mrs. Polly Rabinowitz, 660 Cooke street. Pro- ceeds will be used for welfare work and aid of Jewish refugees.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-05-10

of Connecticut. Because of this we are facing a crisis which must be faced by our people. We must invite new business to locate in our state, and I believe the business that we should make a special ef- fort to attract is the aeroplane in- dustry for that is the coming in- dustry. With unrest stirring the European countries there is great demand for aeroplanes and there will be an even greater demand.
 Hard Workers
 '"The people of this state have al- ways been known for the honest conscientious manner in which they have labored and If the aeroplane industries decide to locate in Con- necticut we can promise them labor CTS who will give hard, honest work. Work which will be perfect, for all workmanship on aeroplanes must be perfect"
 Attorney General Francis A. Pallotti was the second main speak CT and during his talk MT. Pallotti made the statement that in the future all lands that are to be ob- tained by the state for the use of highway building and which will exceed the sum of one thousand dol- lars will be first condemned by the state, then taken before the superior court in order that the land owner and the agents of the state mikht make their claims and allow the court to decide the matter for them.
 "In this way there will never again be recurrence of the Mer- ritt Parkway scandal" said Pal lotti.
 Other Speakers
 Among the others who spoke at the dinner which was attended by 300 people were Walter Howe of Litchfield, speaker of the lower house: High Sheriff Ernest E. Mo- vey; State Central Committeeman George Benedict of Winsted; Rus sell Patterson, central committee man; Randolph Dowd, chairman of the Torrington Republican town committee; E. R. Kaiser, first select man of Thomaston, Atty. Casale of Torrington and Edward J. Ryan, Connecticut's leading political radio commentator.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-05-10
WILL
 TO BE ADMITTED

Boston, May 10.-(UP).-Allow- ance of the $5.000.C will of the late Grace M. Edwards, textile for tune heiress, was predicted today following probate court approval of a compromise.
 Only effect of the compromise on the original provisions of the will was to reduce by more than $1,000,- 900 the bequest to Massachusetts General hospital, which now would receive $300,000 to $350,000. The re- mainder-$1, ,250. .000-of the original bequest would be distributed under the compromise to 20 heirs-at-law who had contested the will.
 The agreement leaves intact the $1 SOC, 900 Edwards educational fund to provide college educations for needy Boston high school graduates.
 The Edwards family fortune was founded by Jacob Edwards, Boston and Southbridge textile manufac- turer.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-05-10
Compensation Agreements

Agreements in which compen- sation will be paid weekly dur ing the period of disability were filed and approved this morning i'm the office of Compensation Commissioner James M. Lynch as follows:
 Connecticut Steel Erecting Company of New Haven against John F. Miller of Hartford, frac- ture of the right elbow, right pelvis, ninth rib, and a dislocated right collar hone, $21 maximum beginning April @.
 Fitzgerald Manufactu r ing Company of Torrington against Vincent Kozlowski of Torring- ton, injury to back of right hand, s7.2o beginning February NV<
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-05-10
Papers Filed

The Italian-American League, Inc. newly formed local political organization, has filed articles of association at the office of the town clerk. The articles were signed by Michael J'Anthony, league president, Michael Stolfi, Charlie Richards, Christopher Aucelli, Frank Davino, Anthony Petrillo, Pasquale Cichetti, Pas quale DiMartino and Louis Ciraldi.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-05-10
KEEN INTEREST IN NEW WPAPROCRAM

The new adult educational pro- gram, Learning to Listen," spon- sored by the WPA aroused much interest locally as attested by the enrolment of 90 students Monday and Tuesday evenings. The sessions conducted by Miss Paulette Wolozin and Walden Trimble are being held at the Crosby high school and are designed to acquaint persons with the history and appreciation of modern symphonic music.
 The first session included a study of instrumentation and explanation of Richard Strauss Hero Life" as presented by recordings. The att tendance, largest of any spring course here, has greatly pleased the instructors.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-05-10
Behind The Lines
American Legion

Gratifying reports were sub- mitted last evening by the conn., mittee in charge of the dinner dance planned by Corporal Coyle Post. American Legion. The event the first social of its kind attempt ed by the Legionnaires in several years will take place at The Elton next Friday evening. In addi- tion to representative number of members from the post and the various ex-servicemen's organiza- tions of the city, the function will be graced by the presence of De- partment Commander William Kruser of Torrington; Vice Com mander Ben Alderman of Rock vile; District Commander John Feigel of Meriden; Past District Commander John Bailey of Wall ingford; Department Adjutant William Murray and National Executiveman Arthur w. Bald win of Milford.
 A feature of the occasion Is g colorful grand march, which will take place at 10:30 o'clock. Sup per will be served at midnight.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-05-10
YOUNG MINISTER
 LOSES HIS PULPIT

Cambridge, Mass, May 10-(UP, Because his parishioners disap- proved of his "revivalist" methods, a 27-year-old Congregational pas tor had lost his pulpit today. Mem bers of the Prospect Congregational church in 8 stormy meeting last night voted, 119-76, to terminate immediately" the services of young Rev. John A. Huffman, their pastor since last October. Though he at- tended the meeting, Rev. Huffman refused to defend his ministry. "It speaks for itself," he said.
 Later he told newsmen that he was preaching Orthodox Gospel, but apparently they wanted it wa tered down. I believe the people still want the Gospel, and make no apologies for giving it to them. |"
 During the meeting Rev. Huff man, former assistant pastor of Park-street church in Boston, was accused of seeking to publicize him. self through radio sermons, causing dissension among church members and adopting a dictatorial attitude in church affairs, but the principal charge was that he was of the "re- vivalist type"
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-05-10
YMCACAMPERSI IN
 ANNUAL REUNION

The Waterbury Y. M. c. A. boys camp will receive new name at the fourteenth annual reunion be- ing held this Friday evening it was announced today by Barlow L. Heminway, camp chairman. It is the opinion of the camp com- mittee that the camp should be known by name appropriate to its tradition.
 The "Y" campers have been given the opportunity to vote on their choice and interest is very qeen. Teh new official name will be announced by MT. Heminway.
 Reservations for the banquet are pouring in to the "Y" office and a record crowd is expected. Ira c. Williams, magician will be present at the reunion. A num- Der of last years camp staff plan to return for the occasion and number of out-of-town campers will be at the banquet.
 Softball League
 The Y. M. c. A. Church Soft ball league will be under way next week. Seven teams comprise the league: First Church, Lutheran Church, Bunker Hill Church, St. Johns, Christ Chapel, First M. E. and Prospect.
 vAmes Phillips was elected pres ident of the league, Robert Lysett, vice-president and Irwin Davis, secretary-treasurer.
 Schedule for the first week is Wednesday, May IT at Bunker Hill vs. St. Johns, Thursday. May 18, Lutheran vs. First Church at Bunker Hill, Thursday, May IS, Christ Chapel vs. First M. E. at Rockville, Prospect drew bye for the first week.
 State Meeting
 The spring meeting of the Con- necticut Chess league will be held at the Waterbury YMCA, Satur- day evening, May 13, beginning at 8 o'clock. Several important mat ters will be brought before the delegates, including appointment of . committee to select prizes for this years tournament winners, and also appointment of a nom- mating committee who will pre- sent . slate at the annual meet ing in the fan.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-05-10

mans grievance with the national administration. For instance: "The trouble is there isn't an honest-to- goodness business man in an im- portant job in Washington"
 Or, when a note is read from the convention platform saying that Secretary of Commerce Harry Hcp- kins is unable to address the con- vention because of illness; then the murmur goes like this
 There you are. That's what I say. There's no attempt made down here to be friends with business. Sure Harry Hopkins is sick--but there must be somebody in wash- ington who knows about business and could pinch hit for him."
 Maybe 1t isn't quite fair to mem ton it. but there seemed to be a plaintive note in the sign over the registration desk ct the conven- ton. 1t reads: "Please register. There is no registration fec"
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-05-10

None of them seemed to feel that 8 change in the national ad- ministration would automatically bring back good times. The gen. eral consensus seemed to be that no matter who the next president is he will have to take time and use good deal of patience to re- store business confidence. The average guess is that this will probably take him at least year, regardless of how the election goes.
 ONE WANTS
 PRICE FIXING
 Take Charles Bockus of New York, who owns a lot of coal mines and has 2,200 miners working for him. He says he could run his business with 1,7O0 men-but he simply can't take the responsibility for turning the other 500 out of their jobs. He adds that he is selling coal for 35 cents a ton less than it costs him to produce 1t; he'd like to see the coal commission establish prices and give coal operators a fair test of what that action might accomplish.
 MT. Bockus is worth chatting with, because, in way, he is typical of the business leaders who convened here. Maybe you could class him as an economic royalist, but he is re- markedly unlike the popular pie ture of the breed. He says that one trouble with business is that busi- ness men won't act as unit. They're so busy getting each others hides that they can't work out a co-ordinated plan of action in their own matters.
 He doesn't like work relief, thinks the dole would be better. His slant on it is different, though. He says the wrongness of work re- lief struck him most forcibly one cold day last winter when he saw gang of reliefers shoveling snow on Fifth avenue.
 Some of them," he says, weren't warmly dressed. You could see they were improperly fed. One fellow had on low patent leather shoes. Few of them seem- ed to have the physical stamina for the job. You can't make ditch digger out of a tailor. :" ANOTHER SEEKS
 CONFIDENCE
 Then there's Harper Sibley, who was president of the U. s. Chamber of Commerce in 1935-37, who is di- rector of lot of big corporations like Western Union and New York Life. and who runs a big farm near Rochester, N. Y.
 He thinks the lack of confidence is largely psychological. The presi- dent makes too many frightening speeches. and the mere word taxa ton" sets Wall street trembling and quaking.
 He'd like to see the president ap- point some business men to big jobs in Washington, just for a change. He'd also like to see the National Labor Relations Board reformed; {; says, Its not a labor relations board-it's a labor organizations promotion board now"
 As a farmer. he sees part of the farm problem as due to the totali- tartan states desire to be self-suf- ficient. Another part, he says, is due to the disappearance of the horse.
 When farms were worked with horses, part of the farmers land was used to grow crops to feed them. Now that part is used to grow crops for market. which only adds to the surplus.
 LOOKING FOn
 A FRIEND7
 Stray remarks at the convention lelp to Illuminate the business
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-05-10
SON COMES BACK
 AFTER 31 YEARS

Sharon, Pa, May 10. (UP)-One day in 1908. Mrs. Veronica Kesey sent her l3-year-old son, Anthony, to the general store for 6 gallon of kerosene oil.
 Anthony didn't come back. In- stead he worked on Pennsylvania farms and later became 6 circus wrestler. Eventually he settled down in Florida.
 Mrs. Kesey answered the door yesterday in response to Q knock.
 Here's your oil, Ma," Anthony said, holding up . gallon cen.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-05-10
Business Men, In Washington, Say They'd Like To See More Business Men In Washington n-Jobs
SPOTLIGH7ING - Brass City News
Rah, Rah Crosby!

Crosby sharpshooters won the city championship by a slim three points yesterday after noon, defeating Wilby by score of 389 to 386 in prone match. High honors for the match went to Alexander of Crosby who scored 100, while Dunn of Crosby and Crandall of Wilby tied for second place with 99.
 The Crosby shooters prevoiusly defeated Leavenworth in a two position match, and end the sea- son with the city championship, the only one ever held by Old Ivy markSmen.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-05-10
Market Opens Up Firm
 In Moderate Dealings
Price Changes Were Very Narrow -SteeIs All Made
 Slight Advances-MOtors Steady, Rails Were Firm

Motors, ex-dividend, appeared at A 5-e, unchanged.
 U. S. Steel opened at 4e 3-4, up 3-8, and Bethlehem was up 3-4 to 58 3-8. Youngstown Sheet had a l-4 point advance. Loew's con- tinued in demand, adding 3-4 point to the rise of more than 2 points recorded yesterday. Rails were firm. Santa F'e rose 1-4 to 29 3-4.
 Utilities set up small gains, with Commonwealth & Southern pre- ferred up Ia to 58 7-8. General Electric eased 1-4 to 35 1-8 on a l. 900 share block. Coppers, oils and aircrafts generally were up slightly.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-05-10

They are pretty much "ag'in" the New Deal, but aren't professional Roosevelt = haters and they don't think they know all the answers. They are ready to admit that there is more to this de- pression than ap- pears on the sur- face, and they're equally ready to admit that they themselves 8 r e confused
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-05-10
Florio Post

Florio post auxiliary, Italian American World War Veterans, has completed plans for partici- patton in the local observance of Memorial Day. The auxiliary will attend a memorial mass at St. Joseph's church May 28, spon- sored by Stokes post, Lithuanian Legion. The auxiliary will also be represented at other memorial services.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-05-10
MARRIAGE INTENTIONS

The following marriage inten. lions have been filed at the office of the town clerk;
 Herbert T. Anderson, -0eo West Main street. and Dolly Loyejoy Wight, Woodbury.
 WiIlFed HareI. i1o Orange street, 1r0 Esther Lamb, l1o Orange street.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-05-10
Convicted!

Mary Perrillo, formerly of this city, has ben convicted of having performed an illegal operation in Kings county, N. Y, according to information received by Wa terbury police yesterday. The wo- man once lived on River street, according to Detective Lieut.. Will liam Pollard. Sentence has not yet been passed.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-05-10
Decision Reserved

Decision was reserved in the $20,000 damage suit of Barbara & D'Aurio Company against the State of Connecticut this morning
 The plaintiff complained that they signed a contract with the defendant to construct a highway in the town of Sterling August 5, 1892, but had overspent what they had bid after the work started which they blame on misleading information rendered them by the plaintiff at the time the contract was signed.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-05-10
Supreme Chaplain


 Tributet will lbe paid the memory of the Rev. Michael J., Right Rev. Monsignor Patrick J., and Right Rev. Monsignor John J. MvGivney, natives of Waterbury and all in- tiKately linked with the history of the Knights of Columbus, at the annual Communion Breakfast of Park City Council of Bridgeport, to be held on Sunday, May 21, The Democrat learned today.
 Father Michael McGivney was one of the founders of the order, while his distinguished brothers served as Supreme Chaplain for almost 40 years. The death of Monsignor John J. McGivney occurred early this spring.
 Among the speakers at the break fast will be Rev. Leo M. Finn, pres ent Supreme Chaplain of the order and 8 nephew of the deceased McGivney priests. Father Finn is a member of Sheridan Council, 24, of this city.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-05-10
Unica Chapter

The annual dinner dance of the Unica Chapter, Italian Women, will be held tomorrow evening at Waver- ly Inn, Cheshire. The affair will be strictly semi-formal.
 The co-chairmen of the affair are Miss Corrine Santo and Mrs. Sa- verio Cerullo, assisted by Mrs. Mollie Telesco, Mrs. Angie Gemino, Mrs. Christine Veillette, Mrs. Dorothy zacaria, Miss Angie Giordano, Mrs. Mary Toilette, Mrs. Rosalie Lucian. Mrs. Angie Verrastro, Mrs. Anna Hadden and Mrs. Theresa Lucian.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-05-10
Birds Released

Fifty pheasants, released in Wa terbury woodlands yesterday, will be augmented by an even larger numbr to be furnished soon by the Waterbury Fish and Game Protective association association. The birds released yesterday were furnished by the state board of fisheries and game.
 Four female to one male was the ratio. It is estimated that the birds will hatch twice and produce from 16 to 20 eggs each.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-05-10
But They Don't Place Blame for Depression on Administration Alone.
BY BRUCE CATION Democrat Washington
 C0rreSnNudeut

Washington, May 10.-The most striking thing about the business leaders who gathered here for the convention of the United States Chamber of Commerce is the fact that they really arent's much like the common public picture of them.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-05-10
Mavhower Camp

The drill team of Mayflower camp, Royal Neighbors of Amer ica, held a rehearsal last night at Speedwell hall. The team will take part in a mammoth drill at the New York Worlds Fair in September.
 Delegates from Mayflower camp will attend district meeting in New Haven May 20.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-05-10

New York, May 1O.-(UP)-Stocks opened firm in moderately active dealings today. Bonds were ir- regular and cotton futures steady on small changes.
 Stock price changes were narrow. Chrysler opened at 70 7-8 up 5-8, on a 1,50O share block and General
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-05-10
Aged Man Hurt

John Dumschott, 79, of Whitte- more road, Middlebury, was treat ed for 8 head bruise at the Wa terbury Hospital and discharged today following a slight accident on East Main street.
 Hospital authorities reported the man was riding with his daugh- ter-in-law, Mrs. Alice Dumschott, and their automobile was bumped on East Main street opposite Tay- Tor street.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-05-10
Brothers Sentenced

Two Cheshire youths, broth- CTS, Sam and Ralph Papale, II and 19, respectively, were sentenced to the reformatory until 21 years of age when found guilty of carnal abuse of an eight-year-old Cheshire girl in superior court this morning by Judge Robert L. Munger.
 The assault on the minor girl took place in Cheshire, August 1st, 1888.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-05-10
Eureka Chapter

The Royal Arch degree was ex- emplified at the Masonic Temple last night by Eureka chapter, Royal Arch Masons. The degree was worked by 8 team composed of past high priests, with James Burh0e in charge.
 Mrs. Burhoe and Charles E. Wirth reported on the recent grand chapter convention in Hartford. Ralph L. Harvey pre- sided at the meeting.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-05-10
For New Church

The campaign for funds for a new Hellenic church will be aid- ed by proceeds from a dance to be given May IS at the Waterbury Women's club by the Maidens of Athens club. The former Hellenic church, on Maple street, was badly damaged by fire several moths ago.
 Michal Leon, club advisor, is chairman of the arrangements committee for the social affair.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-05-10
Navy Life

Michael Swata of the local naval recruiting office, gave an illus trated lecture on navy life at a meeting of Troop 35, Boy Scouts, at the All Souls Episcopal church last night.
 Quartermaster Swata showed several reels of navy moving pie lures and spoke of his naval ex- periences in foreign waters. Rob- ert F. Bare presided at the meet ing.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-05-10
KILLED
INJURED
PETRIFTED MAN PUZZLES

San Francisco - (UP.) = It tc-', U. s. customs ofyicialc here two weeks to decide whether . purport- ed "petrified man" should be ad- mitted free of duty from Australia for exhibition purpose. Both sculp- tors and geoiogists were called in to establish whether t was . marble statue of . fc6silized human being. No one could egree. 60 customs ofii- ciaIs marked it "of no commercial value.s
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-05-10
FRATERNAL
 NEWS
Order of Ahepa

The Waterbury chapter, Order of Ahepa, last night entertained District Governor Nicholas Faras- sony, of Bridgeport, Past District Governor James Sentementes, of Bridgeport, and Theodore Scum- bol, of Danbury, at meeting last night.
 The session was held at the or der's rooms on East Main street. A program of entertainment was presented for the visitors.