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Henderson daily dispatch., 1939-08-31

two years ago Mr.. Dickson found
himself in urgent need of even great
er space, SO he transferred to his
present location in a large structure
with ample front parking for de-
livery wagons and customers.
In the quarters now occupied af-
ford facilities for the display of fancy
groceries in the front, and for the
large and varied line Of foods and
feeds shown on shelves and cases. To
the rear are stocked heavy groceries
and feeds, poultry in season, and the
like.
A year ago Mr.. Dickson Installed
a meat market in connection with his
business to accommodate the many
calls for that type of food. The mar
ket is equipped with the most mod
ern and up to-date fixtures for both
the display and refrigeration Of
meats, including home-killed and
westerns. The market is one of the
cleanest and most modern in the
city or section, and likewise one of
the largest. Like the other depart
ments in the store. the market has
enjoyed large and increasing pat
ronage from the start.
By reason of knowledge and
Henderson daily dispatch., 1939-08-31
Mayor Henry Powell
Recites Advantages
Found in the City
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will find the shelves of our mer-
chants bulging with stocks that have
been bought with your needs in
mind. We know that the merchants
of Henderson can supply you with
all of the things you desire and with
many things usually found only in
cities many times the size Of Hen
derson.
We also realize that it was the CO.
operation and the friendship of the
farmers in this section that made
possible the making of Henderson the
shopping center that it is today. And
we further realize that the prosperity
of the farmer and the urban dweller
are closely wrapped in one. That one
cannot be prosperous long with the
other in want. And we want you to
know that the influence and efforts
of the City Of Henderson will be be-
hind every movement looking to the
well being and prosperity of the far
mers of this section.
We want you to feel that Hender-
son is 'Your Town" also. We want
you to feel at home and feel that we
really want you here because we do.
Come to see us whenever you can
and call on any citizen or official for
such service as we can render you
you will find it done with a smile.
Henderson daily dispatch., 1939-08-31
Clements Co.
Dealer For
Ford Motors

Ford automobiles and the entlre
line of Ford products are SOLD IN
The Henderson territory by uhe
Clements Motor Company, which
has been the dealer mere over a
long period of years.
r. e. Clements is general mama
ger of the business. lie is an ex-
perienced automobile man, and is
prominent in community affairs.
For several years he has been
county recorder, and is known as
a Judge Of ability and &air- minded
ness. He is also a director in the
Industrial Bank of Henderson, the
Home Building & Loan Association,
the Citizens Realty & Loan Com
pany, and an official Of Holy Inno-
cents Episcopal church. He is one
of the pest known and most highly
respected citizens of the community.
The Clements Motor Company is
this year emphasizing the new
model Fords, rated as perhaps the
best product Ford has ever offered
to the motoring public. The new
Ford VS. is equipped with hydrau-
lie brakes and other devices and
mechanisms that make for economy
of operation, safety, comfort, beauty
and convenience.
The company also operates
large used car department., with
vehicles of quality and depend
ability available at low prices. All
cars are inspected and given essen
tial repairs before being placed on
the market.
A full line of parts for all Ford
vehicles is carried in stock for the
convenience and service of motor
lists, and quick repair jobs can be
had with a guarantee of salts
faction
The company's personnel consists
of experienced statesmen and a corps
of expert repairmen.
Henderson daily dispatch., 1939-08-31
Stevenson Has
Book Store

Henderson Book Company, of
which j. R. Stevenson is manager, is
well stocked with everything in the
stationery line,> books, magazines,
and school equipment.
This company is also complete Of
flee outfitters, offering the most mod
ern in office furniture, filing cabinets,
folders and the like.
In addition to its regular lines,
electric refrigerators and Butler Coal
Stokers are carried, and expert in
stallation is guaranteed.
In its printing department, the
Henderson Book Company is capable
OF turning out the finest of print
work at most reasonable prices.
Henderson daily dispatch., 1939-08-31
Vance Cafe
Welcomes You

Vance Cafe extenGs a welcome to
farmers to the Henderson tobacco
market, and invites them to take
their meals at this modern cafe
Steaks, chicken dinners and plate
lunches are features of this cafes
menu, and all of the food is so taste
fully prepared that every meal is GER
tain to be delight
Good home cooking, with meals
served in almost homelike atmos-
phere, has made the Vance Cafe a
popular place with those who visit
Henderson,
A complete line of cigarettes, cigars
and the leading beers are carried at
this popular place.
Henderson daily dispatch., 1939-08-31
Dickson & Co.
Is Successful
Grocery Firm

One of the outstanding and really
important grocery stores in Hender-
son is that of Dickson & Company,
whose place of business is located on
Horner street, short distance off
Garnett, the clty's main shopping sec
ton. The concern is an independent
grocery, and is shining example OF
the success that can be made of such
an undertaking in the face of modern
methods Of competition.
The business was started from
scratch. some four years ago by c. P.
Dickson, Jr., the owner, in a small
store room little further up on the
opposite side of the street. Additional
space was required there to meet the
needs of the growing patronage, and
Henderson daily dispatch., 1939-08-31

familiarity with the grocery and feed
business, and his close attention to
all transactions at all times, Mr..
Dickson has met with success, in a
substantial and satisfactory way
since coming to Henderson.
During his comparatively short
business career in Henderson, Mr..
Dickson has made hundreds of
friends and has attracted acquaint-
ances from all parts of the city and
the county. His contribution to the
wholesale and retail life of the COM
munity has been valuable and ap-
preciated by host of friends who
have watched his constantly expand
ing success.
Associated with the owner of the
establishment is a corps of efficient
and courteous clerks and assistants,
anxious at all times to serve and
satisfy customers in every manner.
Henderson daily dispatch., 1939-08-31

Of the BARRIERS.
John Sorenson, proprietor, has op-
Grated the shop for many years, and
is we'll known throughout the city
and section.
Vance Barber Shop offers very
best service to its patrons and friends
and invites them to come there for
their barber needs.
Henderson daily dispatch., 1939-08-31
Vance Barber
Shop Ready

Vance Barber Shop IS one of the
oldest barber shops in Henderson,
and it numbers its friends through
out this section by the thousands.
Seven registered BARRIERS are here
to serve the clientele in most eff
ficient manner, with the customers
wishes being utmost in the minds
Henderson daily dispatch., 1939-08-31
- NARCOTIC N RINGS ~

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ins fnat rdss the principal p narcoc co August ~ y
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The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-12-26
ALISON M'CAUL
 FINED s COSTS
2 Other Charges Against Chase Parkway Resi-
 dent Dropped

Alson McCaul, 28, of 0bi Chase Parkway was fined s6 and costs on q charge of breach of the peace when arraigned before Judge John l.. daff- ney on three charges In city court today.
 Charges of reckless driving end as- sault were dismissed
 Mccaul was arrested December g on complaint of his estranged wife, Hazel, who testified he molcsted her in the Columbia boulevard section, where she is employed.
 Albert Caruso, g, of 1880 Oak street, arrested December g on q charge Of breach of the peace, was granted nollo on the rceommonda- ton of Prosecuting Attorney Michael J. dalullo.
 The prosecutor told the court Caruso tried to fix ticket with Officer William Andrews The officer was said to have objected and Q dls- turbanee followed.
 Russell Eagan, g. of New Haven, and Leo FrederickS, 33 Of Williman- tic. two vagrantS, were granted nolles with tho provision that they leave town.
 A man who police testified has been arrested 04 times on c charge Of in- toxication was sent to the New fIa- ven jail for q period Of GO days.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-12-26
AIRLINE WILBUR
 SEEKS DIVORCE
William Sanluolis, Mona Belle Ricci Also File
 for Decrees

The divorce epidemic continues to rage ia Waterbury. The Democrat last Saturday carried Q story telling of the great number Of divorces granted in Waterbury recently and of the number Of divorce suits bee ing filed. Lawyers estimate that never in the city's history has there been so much action on the "di- vorce front" as at the present time.
 Three more divorce actions were filed in the superior court today. AS related in Saturdays story more of the actions being filed set forth "intolerable cruelty" as their basis. All three actions filed with Superior Court Clerk George 1T. Freeman to. day are based on that ground. Airline Wilbur brought action against her husband, Lester Wilbur. The couple were married on July 26, io30 and have one child. Ia addition to the divorce the custody of the child and money for the support Of the child Is sought.
 William Samuolis Is suing Sophie Samuolis. The couple were married November 8, 1913 and nave one mi. nor child. The custody of the child is sought in addition to the divorce
 Mona Belle Richie, alias Ricei, il seeking . divorce from her husband Ralph r. Richie, alias Ricci. The couple were married September 1 1884. The plaintiff seeks c change oi name to her maiden name, Mona polletier,
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-12-26
ACCIDENT VICTIMS
 SEEKING $4O,OOO
Two Suits Filed Today in Superior Court; Care.
 lessness Alleged

Two actions in which damages to. taiing S40,000 gre sought were filed in the superior court early this Af- ternoon. Both actions involve pe- destrians being struck by autono- piles while crossing East Main street.
 Rocco Marine is suing William V. Wynn for e26 900 as c result Of being hit by Wynn'g car while cross ing that street oil Q crosswalk al Hayden street, on October 2 Of this year. Negligence on the part oi Wynn is alleged.
 The plaintiff claims that as c re. suit Of the accident he suffered con. tu6ions and abrasions about the fact hands and body several broken ribi and fractured leg and arm among other injuries, and that ht will Do confined for c considerable length of time.
 Tn the other action Cecelia Con. nelly seeks ei6,000 against Fred Furman. The plaintiff claims sht was struck by the defendants auto. mobile while crossing East Main street near the plant of the Y. J Manvilie O., ct Hamilton avenue 4 large number of injuries are sci forth in the complaint. It is al. legged that the defendant was under the influence Of liquor ct the time of the accident and was negligently operating his car.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-12-26
Methodists Dedicate
 Sunday For Prayers
Restoration of World Peace Object of Spiritual Appeal
 of 3OOO,OOO Members-Services Arranged

ops and the local area head will participate in each rally, thus giv- ing Q great part of the Methodist membership on opportunity to bee come acquainted with their church leaders.
 Nine Objectives
 AS planned by the council Of bishops, the Methodist Advance has nine objestives:
 To carry throughout the United States the sense of spiritual one. ness 80 conspicuous at the Uniting Conference"
 To project Q program of service commensurate with tho "latent powers and unparalleled opportu- nity" of the new church.
 To proclaim the Gospel of Christ as embodying the priceless values of life everywhere threatened and to face the church with Q challnge to summon oil men to behold the redemptiye power Of Christ.
 To disseminate among Methodist people information concerning the history, genius, theology, policy and program Of the church.
 To inculcate new loyalty to Methodist institutions.
 To emphasize, the worldwide miss sionary enterprise. .
 To interpret unification to our people and to weld them together.
 To promote Christian stewardship and stimulate c greater hberality in the benevolent work of the church. To Icy bare the social and per- sonai sins of our time and call men to repentance and reformation.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-12-26

The s,oooooo 'Methodists in the United States will pray for the res- toration of world peace and the ful- filiment of the promise of American life, oil Sunday, December 3i, when their church observes c nationwide day of prayer.
 Following Q Methodist tradition founded in the days Of John Wesley, the day of prayer will conclude With C New Years Eve watch might BerV- Ice in each Of the 10000 local Meth. odiSt churches in America.
 Both these observances were set by the Methodist Council Of Bishops at its recent meeting in Chicago, and are the first steps il c program of spiritual advance which the church will carry out during the first three months Of the New Year.
 The councils appeal for the day of prayer states: "fn q world of tur. moil and open conflict we wish to remind the people called Methodists that they make due use Of the wea. Dons Of our spiritual Warfare-the reading Of the Bible, prayer, tnedi. tation, the assembling of themselves in fellowship of worship, and, the ceaseiess striving to live according to the will of God"
 First Watch Night
 The first Methodist Watch.night service is credited to the colliers ct Kingswood, before whom Wesley preached iil the days Of Methodism's beginning. These men were accuss toned to spending Saturday nights at the abe-house, but, after their conversion, they set apart that night for religious exercises in pre- paration for the Sabbath.
 When Wesley learned Of the cus- tom, he urged that his followers everywhere adopt 1t and 1t has since developed that Methodists hold a special service on the last night Of the old year, in spiritual preparation for the new.
 Tbe program Of advance, known as tie Methodist Advance, will cons tinue with c series Of rallies in each Of e2 of the majorities in the United States. Three visiting bish.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-12-26
Y Notes

A special meeting of the decorate Ing committee Of the New Works Eve dinner dance at Central YMCA will be held ct 7:30 thH evening. George Fehrs is chairman Of the committee. Other members include Robert ehumway, Mary shugrue, Marion Ryan, Joseph Biansiiold, John Marcoux and Walter Malifs.
 Francis Clark, General chairman has called c meeting Of Gil subs committees and the entire conaniits tee for Wednesday night. Reports will Do given by Herve Cantin for the orchestra and entertainment committee; Carlton Johnston for the favors committee; Nicholas Movie for the dinner committee; and George Fehrs for the decorating committee.
 A swimming meet for aii Gray Clubs of the Central Y will Dc held next Friday morning at 10 o'clock under the direction of Seth doods win, physical director.
 The newly organized Ghamrocks Qra.Y Club met Saturday morning. The members include, Jack Gillette, Joseph Dunn, Laurence Graham, Robert Marks, John Wallace, Wil- liam sheehy, William Hamilton, Joseph Petit, John King.
 The Beta Hi-Y Of the Central Y were hosts Friday afternoon to 26 undqer-privileged boys of the city. The boys invited were, William Quick, Harold Quick, Prank, George Angelo and Thomas Addona, Charles Holland, William, Robert and John Glass, Robert Likely, The- odore Miller, Gerald and Douglas Miller, Rober Russo, George Belli- vean, Robert and Vernon Boucher, Harold and Sonny Ayotte, and AL win, Wilford and Fred Trotman. Also I'd Miller, Competitive games were played on the gym and prizes were won by Alvin Trotman, DCug- las Miller, Thomas Addona and Theodore Miller. After c swim ir the pool tho boys adjourned to the clubs room where refreshments were had. Before the boys left for home they were each given gifts by Santa, also c bog containing fruit. cookies and candy.
 Members of the Bata-Hi-Y who assisted at the party were: Robert Wakeley, Jack Hummer, Ray Eenn in charge of games. Ken Byrne, Charles Falloweil, Victor Baker and William stilwell were in charge oi the swimming.
 Francis Lovett, Edward oroody and the Clubs Advisor, Gordon 0entles had charge of the refresh. ments and distribution of the gifts
 The Tech Hi-x held their arlnual Christmas party for club inemberi on Friday, December 22. The pro. gram of the evening consisted Of; games, carol singing, novelty ilull1. berB by members of the club and fe. | treatments. The committee iE charge: @al COviello, chairman; Ben Ratwoief, Tom Atfio. Efanl ! u'Andsea and Bernard Madniak
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-12-26
Familiar Sign
 Skating Today
 Posted By City

Boys and girls who received skates for Christmas were Q happy lot this morning when Superintendent Of Parks James ]. Curtin announced that the Ice at Hamilton Park and the upper pond ct Fulton Park, more commonly known as the hockey pond, was thick enough for skaters to use today.
 However, Supt. Curtin said that the big pond at Fulton Park would be forbidden to skaters until further notice. With the schools closed for the Yuietide holidays these two ponds gre expected te be mag. nets in drawing skating on. thusiasts tonight.
 Today marks the first time this season that ofiieial skat- ing has been offered at either Of these ponds.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-12-26
ITALIAN PARISH
 CHILDREN FITTED

Children Of the parish of St., Lucy,s church were entertained at 6 Christmas party Sunday in the par. ish hall. The party was arranged by the Children Of Mary Sodality and the Catholic Youth organiza- ton.
 The most enjoyed feature of the affair was the passing out Of fruit and candy to the children. 4 Santa Claus. burdened with gifts for each child, also made his appearance. A varied program of entertainment was presented after which the chil- dren joined in singing carols.
 James Jannetty was chairman of the arrangements committee.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-12-26
Prices Irregular In
 Narrow Range Today
At Noon Small Gains Registered By Most Issues;
 Douglas Is Up Point in AvlatOns

sues registered small losses. eeioc- tive buying sent special stocks high. or. Aviatlofie were firm, with Doug. iae ID nearly 6 point,
 fnter-c Chemical Corporation rose q points to a 3-l. Caniion Mills lost 1 i@4 points to 80. Standard Brands equaied its low for the year at . S.s off i-0.
 U. Q. Steel was at O7 of 9-g; Bethlehem Steel 0i 7-0 of leg; Chrysler 60 Ts0 off i-2; American Telephone i7O 1.2 Up l-2; Dulont i7o i.4 up is4; Pennsylvania Rail. road 2S oK i-4; New York Central 70 i-4 of ts4; Anaconda 90 6-e off l.e, and Texas Corporation 4S s-e of 6-o.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-12-26
Graduates

Leon A. Frigon, son Of Mir. and Mrs. George Frigon Of 084 Bald. win street, was graduated from the McAliister schoo of Embalming in New York city recently. dradu. ason exercises and the commence ment banquet were held ct the Hotel McAlpin.
 Mir. Frigon anticipates to serve his apprenticeship with q local establishment. Those from Water- bury attending the exercises were Mir. and Mrs. George Frigon, Mrs. Exina Belanger and Miss Rita DuBois.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-12-26
Minor Breaks

Detestive Lieut. William Y. Pollard reported today that thieves entered . gasoline sta- ton ct the corner of Lakewood and WoIcott roads during the night and removed 10 packages of cigarets and { cartons of arrested candy.
 The break was made through . side window.
 Detective Lieut. Matthew BaIanda, who investigated an- weer removed from an aut0mO- bile supply shop at 4ss Water town avenue during the night.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-12-26
MARTHA H. STEMP
 SEEKING DIVORCE

Two foreclosure actions, one for S4 300 and another for e4,000 were filed in the superior court this af- ternoon by the Waterbury Savings Bank against Armida Roiandi ct ai, the other parties being George Gro. eicehia, the Community Bond and Mortgage Corporation, and Mi- chaelangelo Terenzi.
 The property involved is on Plank road. Tn addition to fore- closure, possession Of the property and the appointment Of c receiver iS sought.
 Martha Holcomb stemp flied suit for divorce in the superior court this afternoon against her husband Prank Ronald stemp. Cruelty is the basis Of the action. 4 change oi name to Martha Holcomb is sought
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-12-26
Quiz Contest

Members of the Waterbury Lions club will resume their "quiz" contest at tic weekly luncheon Thursday noon at the Elton. The club Is divided into two teams under William Washbufn and John Tufbet, pr. Glenn D, Sweet in the role Of Prof. Quiz" conducts the program, assisted by E. Norton Decker, timer; William Q. Taylor, president, as judge.
 Tine prize at stake is c dinner t0 Dc held in April, the team hold. ing the most points to Dc the guests Of the losers.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-12-26
No Meeting

The meeting Of the East End Community club scheduled for to. night will not Dc held because of the holiday season. The organizas tion,s next meeting will De at Hamilton Park pavilion on Tues- day, Jan. Q.
 Several events are being plan ned by the club for early in the neW year. Plans will Dc discussed ct the January meeting
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-12-26
First Skating
 Casualty Marks
 Season's Opening

The first Injury of the skating season occurred today whom Robert Rlcci, il, of l54 Orange street, took Q spill at Fulton park and was rushed Co the Waterbury hospital suffering from . possible conCusslon of the brain.
 Authorities said the boy was trying cut . new pair of skates he received as . Christmas present. Ills father took him to the hospital where he Is being held for observation.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-12-26
Spotlighting Brass CityNews
Rugs Stolen

Five valuable oriental rags were stolen from . car owned by salem Rabbal, of 443 Pearl Lake road, Saturday afternoon.
 Motor Patroiman John Murs phy found the car, which had also been stolen from . parking space at Spring and ,Sc0viIi street. yesterday afternoon On Hamilton avenue, but the rugs were not recovered.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-12-26
Seeks Injunction

A temp0FaFy injunction Is sought by Ralph IT, Holt to Tes strain Francis c. Burton and Ruth l.. Burton from building . fence on property owned by the Plain. tiff in TerryviIle in an action flied in the Superior Court today.
 Damages Of $500 gre also sought t being alleged that the defen. dants threw down z division line fence. In addition t0 this the court k asked t0 determine the location Of the easteFIy line Of the piains tiff's property.
 Atty. John II. Cassidy filed the action.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-12-26
Discharged

Charles Atwood, 3l, Of Prospect was discharged on z count Of reckless driving when aFraigBed before Judge John l.. daffney at the Christmas day session of City Court.
 Several other discharges and nolies were granted by the court, which also continued \ number Of cases,
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-12-26
AUSTRALIAN AIR
 FORCE IN BRITAIN

London, December 26. - (UP) - An Australian air force contingent, first of the Australian expedition ary force that is to join canadians in support of the mother country today.
 All the Australians are Iully trained men, pilots, air gunners, ob- servers and ground staff.
 They are to join the, Brisir!l Coas- tai command, with patrols waters around the British Isles
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-12-26
Inventory

An estate of s5,Do3.U6 was left by the late Miss Dorothea Ras- mussen. according Co an inven- tory filed with Judge Patrick IIeaIey in probate court today. The inventory lists as assets Q mortgage. bank account. jewelry and personal effects and . note.
 The mortgage is Ilsted as worth ss.7ee.B0. The bank dee pesits total e2.0i5.Sg, and the 1ewelFy and effects are valued at $50. The note ls for ei4b.
 Miss Rasmussen died Sept. b.