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The Daily Alaska empire., 1939-08-25
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 FISH STUDY
Congressmen Here 10 Be Helpful to Alaska's
 Fishing Industry

Congressmen making the study of Alaska's fisheries are in the Ter ritory with the purpose of doing something constructive for the in- dustry and are not here to snoop, to muckrake or to investigate" in the sense of looking in a critical manner for something tn a IS wrong. Chairman Schuyler O. Bland of the House Committee on Mer- chant Marine and Fisheries said today.
 Today the Congressmen an d members of their party were guests of Gov. John w, Troy at break fast at the Baranof Hotel. Repre- sentative Bland, Representative Richard J. Welch and Alaska Dele gate Anthony J. Dimond spoke in formally, explaining the purposes of the study to group of Juneau businessmen and officials who were present.
 Praise AlaSka OIIlcidiS
 Congressmen in their remarks paid high compliment to Delegate Dimond and to the Governor.
 Today the Congressman visited the Alaska Juneau mine and went to the glacier.
 Yesterday they went fishing at Shoal Point, off Douglas Island, catching five salmon which they ate at once aboard the Bureau of Fisheries vessel Brant.
 TroIIers Questioned
 Subcommitteemen stopped a small fishing boat to interview troIlers, went ashore to see sal mon spawning in a creek and made their first actual study of fisheries problems at first hand.
 The first formal session Of the Subcommittee was held aboard the Brant yesterday afternoon. A mo- ton by Representative Welch, un- animously adopted, thanked Dr. W. w. Council, A. B. Phillips, Los Ber- nard and Keith Wildes, the Juneau men who accompanied them on the strip fishing expedition, and all others who had cooperated with the party.
 Strictly Business
 Congressmen asked that Juneau people spread the word that they are here on business, not for pleas ure, and any information which might be of help to them in their study will be, not only gratefully received, but eagerly looked for.
 The party likes Juneau so well that it is remaining here until tomorrow morning, instead of sail ing on the Coast Guard cutter Ing ham at 2 o'clock this afternoon as scheduled. They will go from nere directly to Seward.
 This evening Congressman will be shown wildlife motion pictures of the Alaska Game Commission aboard the Ingham.
 Chairman Bland's statement on the scope and intention Of the study was as follows:
 Chairman's Statement
 "The purpose of this visit to All aska by a subcommittee Of the Committee on Merchant Marine and Fisheries of the House of Rep resentatives is part of the Com
The Daily Alaska empire., 1939-08-25
FOUR FLY OUT
 FOR TULSEQUAH

The only local airplane move ment today before press time was a flight by Marine Airways pilot Alex Holden to Tulsequah with four passengers aboard.
 Those flying up with Holden were Mrs. H. l.. Faulkner, Irene Stewart, Joe Holubetz and Jack Dalzelle. Yesterday evening, Shell Simmons, flying the Alaska Air Transport Lock heed, brough in Ed Schafer from Sitka and Holden brought in j.. Mcclellan from Tenakee.
The Daily Alaska empire., 1939-08-25
BELGIAN5 ORDER GAS MASKS WITH
 EYES ON BORDER
King Leopold Confers with Army GeneraIs-Pa-
 troIs Doubled

BRUSSELS, Aug. 25.-The Bel gian Minister of Defense has or dered an additional 100000 gas masks for civilians of the kingdom as well as soldiers.
 The large order was placed in ad- dition to 600,000 already on hand in Government warehouses.
 Meanwhile, with all border pa trols doubled, King Leopold has gone into conference with Army generals for plans of defense.
The Daily Alaska empire., 1939-08-25
LION E SHOT,;
 BREAKS LOOSE
 ON OCEAN SHIP
Venezuela Bound Feline Takes Over Vessel
 Coast Guard Aids

NEW YORK, Aug. 25. = The steamship Amazon, off Cape May, New Jersey, wirelessed here that a lion had broken loose aboard the ship from a cargo of wild animals bound for Venezuela.
 The ship had no guns aboard and the Coast Guard sent out boat with two lion trainers from Clyde Beat tvs circus to meet the Amazon. The two men shot and killed the ram paging beast.
The Daily Alaska empire., 1939-08-25
RUMAN|A MAY
 SIGN UP PACT
 WITH HUNGARY
New Nazi Diplomatic 1ri- umph Is Forecast in
 Middle Europe

BUCHAREST, Aug. 25.-Hungary and Rumania are reported nearly ready to sign a non-aggression ac- cord, it is declared in official cir cles here today.
 Such a pact is seen as new tri- umph for Hitlerian Nazi diplomacy.
The Daily Alaska empire., 1939-08-25
OVER 1 MILLION
 HOMELESS, FLOOD

TIENTSIN, Aug. 25.-At least one million four hundred thousand persons are homeless today as the result of the flood waters of the Hai River. It is officially stated that over 2,OO0 homes have been destroyed.
The Daily Alaska empire., 1939-08-25
POLISH SOLDIERS SHOT

DANzIG, Aug. 25.-A semi -offic- ial Nazi source says two Polish soldiers were shot and killed near the border on the Danzig side of the frontier by Danzig border guards.
 It is also asserted that Polish au- thorities have arrested Nazi District Leader Albert Forster as the Free City,s Chief Executive.
The Daily Alaska empire., 1939-08-25
BLAST SHAKES
 LONDON CENTER
Mysterious ExpIosio n Claims Lives of
 Five Persons

LONDON, Aug. 25.-Five persons were killed and score injured in an explosion today at the Coyen- try manufacturing center in north west London.
 Cause of the explosion is un- known, but magnitude of the blast is emphasized by wreckage of hun dreds of windows and number of buses.
The Daily Alaska empire., 1939-08-25
REJECTION SEEN

BERLIN, Aug. 25.-Rejection of American Presid ent Roosevelt's peace plea is forecast. Hitler stu died the proposal suggesting Po- land and Germany settle their diff ferences through direct negotiations of arbitration or conciliation.
The Daily Alaska empire., 1939-08-25
STOCK QUOTATIONS


 NEW YORK, Aug. 25. = Closing quotation of Alaska Juneau mine stock today is 6s, American Can STA, American Power and Light 42s, Anaconda 23A, Bethlehem Steel 56, Commonwealth and Southern 17s, Curtiss Wright 4%, General Motors 43A, International Harvester 50, Kennecott 35, New York Central 129s, Northern Pa cific 8, United States Steel 45, Pound $4.45.
 DOW, JONES AVERAGES
 The following are today's Dow, Jones averages: industrials l33.73, rails 2626, utilities 24.50.
The Daily Alaska empire., 1939-08-25
NOT MISSING

George Mackie, Petersburg man reported missing in his fishing boat, walked into the U. s. Marshaps of- flee here today just to prove he isn't.
The Daily Alaska empire., 1939-08-25
IN WARSAW

WARSAW, Aug 25. - Immediate reaction to President Roosevelt's peace appeal reveals that the cur rent situation is scarcely suscepti- ble of any efforts to mediation.
The Daily Alaska empire., 1939-08-25
WAR BELIEVED TO BE STARTED

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 War Situation

LONDON-It is reported that German troops have entered Po- fish Silesia, but the official DNB German agency makes denial.
The Daily Alaska empire., 1939-08-25

BERNE-The Swiss Federal Council has issued warning that a call to arms may be is sued anytime.
The Daily Alaska empire., 1939-08-25
GIBRALTAR

GIBRALTAR Six British destr0yers have arrived here and addition forces of battle ships are expected within AS hours.
The Daily Alaska empire., 1939-08-25

ROME Tw0additiOnalclasses of Italian reservists have been called to the col0rs, totaling 500,- 900 men, and bringing mObili- zation to 1,300.O00.
The Daily Alaska empire., 1939-08-25

LONDON-American Ambas- sador Kennedy has accepted the offer of house at Headley Park, I5 miles away from the American Embassy, in case of war.
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The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-06-26
TWO RESCUED AT LAKE QUASSAPA AUG
Canoe Overturns s 0 m c Distance From Shore;
 SpeedbOat Used

Louis Barber, 30, Middlebury con- stable and lifeguard at Lake Quassa- paug and Harry Sharp, 21, employe of the park, made a double rescue yesterday morning when the canoe of James J. Moran, son of MT. and Mrs. Thomas F. Moran of 129 Grandview avenue, and a compan- ion, Tony Marinelli, also of Water bury, capsized in the middle of the lake.
 Hearing their cries about 15 min- utes after the pair had been in the water. Barber and Sharp, who were at the dance pavilion a quarter of mile away, quickly obtained a speed boat owned by James Mul- hern, and zoomed to the rescue. Choppy waters handicapped maneu- vers, but after careful jockeying Moran was pulled in the boat by Sharp, who rescued Marinelli a mo- ment later. A second rescue of Mor- an was made necessary when he jumped back into the water in 8 vain attempt to ride the craft back to shore behind a tow line from the motor boat. The canoe overturned again, and after Moran was pulled out, attempts to retrieve the water logged craft were abandoned and the rope was cut.
 The rescuers said the pair suffered only i'll effects from exposure.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-06-26
ELKS' CONVENTION
 HELD IN DANBURY
William Scully of Meriden Chosen State President;
 Succeeds Cunningham

William M. Scully of Meriden was elected president of the Con- necticut Elks Association yesterday at the 10th annual convention in Danbury, succeeding Robert P. Cum ningham of the Hat Town.
 Other officers elected were: An- drew F. Mccarthy of New London, first vice president; Edward J. Creamer of New Haven, second vice. president; Archie J. Mccullough, of Derby, secretary; John F. McDon- ough of Long Hill, treasurer; Hem ry A. Freeman of New Haven, trus- tee for five years and William A. Hession of Derby, reelected trustee for one year.
 The delegates adopted resolu- tion to hold the convention next year in Meriden. Another resolu- tion adopted instructed both vice presidents to be active in their dis tricts and to make report att he next convention.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-06-26
Selling Before Hours Costly to Wrublesld, Sparrow

various guests of honor were met by members of the reception committee and presented to the various officers in attendance. A musscal program was staged throughout the day. Several special contests, including Mora" were enjoyed during the tary; Valentino Gallicchio, assist arrangements included: leonard San- tarsiero, Miss Mary R. Mecca, CO., chairmen; Mrs. Mary Maselli, secre-
 taryl Valentino Gallicchio, assist
 ant secretary: Domenic Santarsiero,
 treasurer; Paul E. Salvatore, pub
 licity chairman; Thomas and Frank
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-06-26

Naugatuck, June 26- Fines were administered to Frank Wrubleski, 48 alias Frank Sparrow, of ,173 Rubber avenue, and Paul Koszak, 53, of 562 Rubber avenue; in borough court this morning when they were found guilty of violating the liquor control act by selling before hours.
 Wrubleski was fined $25 and costs of $1O.62 for the offense alleged to have occurred June 25, and got a nolle on a charge for g similar of fense, alleged June 18. KoSzak was fined $25 and costs of $10.61 for selling June IS, and got a sus- pended sentence on the other.
 The pair were arrested yesterday at 11:15 8. m. at Sparrow's tavern in raid by Captain Anthony Ma lone and State Troopers Laden and Paige. Paige this morning testified to getting liquor there Sunday June IS and Sunday, June 25 and a bill he used for payment June 25 was exhibited. Laden added sup elementary evidence. Bottles of cognac and other liquor were intro duced as evidence.
 wrubleski had pleaded not guilty and Koszak pleaded guilty, but neither spoke in his own defense The testimony indicated Wrubleski is proprietor and Koszak the barten- der.
 John Summers, 20, of POI Maple street, was given 30-day suspended jail sentence on a charge of intoxica- tion and fined $10 and costs ot $l026 on a breach of the peace charge. He was arrested by Patrol men John Hanley and Joseph Ken ney. He was placed on probation for six weeks.
 Cases of Joseph Tamulonis, and Edward Skriduls, who were arrested June IS and whose cases had been continued from last Sunday, were continued to Thursday. Tamulonis is charged with assault and Skridu- lis with breach of peace. Trouble over christening is alleged to have occurred.
 Judge Thomas Neary presided in these cases. He disqualified himself
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-06-26
LATE REALTY NOTES

Josephine Guerrero to William Guerrera, property on Meriline avenue.
 Mario Lovallo to Nicols Sam ella, property on North Beacon street.
 Thomaston Savings Bank to Michael Haddad, property at Baldwin and Madison streets. xhla, ella, Mil Bald Bald :. Solomon A. Corey to Michael Haddad, property at Baldwin and Madison streets.
 Nellie M. Charters to the Col Onial Trust Co.,, trustee for the estate of Henriette, B. c. Sher- wood, property on Huntingdon avenue.
 Warranty Deed Joseph c. Guilfoile to John Cul- lum, property on Bamford avenue. Santina Folklore to Bald0vino O. Flammia, property on Walnut street extension.
 Mortgage Release Eleanor c. Doran to George Wihbey.
 Mortgage Deeds Simon Korkin to Herman Isaacs, Inc.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-06-26

but took a holiday as far as Mir. Me- Dermott was concerned. The well known local Democrat was cutting the hedge in front of his home when a 300-pound wheel on an oil truck broke off the truck and hurtled past MT. McDermott, smashing to kind- ling some of the veranda steps on his home. MT. McDermott, about 10 seconds before, had been working just where the wheel crashed through, but had shifted trifle.
 MT. McDermott said the wheel came from a truck owned by the Colonial-Beacon Oil company of
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-06-26
TRAVEL STAMP SUCCESSFUL

Melbourne. Australia (UP).-So successful has b ca the Save to Travel" scheme, first launched in Victoria, that 1t has now been adopt ed in every state in Australia. Un- der the scheme, travel stamps for trips in Australia and overseas are sold for $l.25. They are good for travel on all the rail. sea. air Ind road services.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-06-26
|AVICLIANESE HOST
 AT ANNUAL OUTING

Notwithstanding the threatening attitude of the weatherman the Aviglianese society and its auxiliary sponsored very successful outing yesterday at Lakewood park. The festivities were formally opened at II o'clock in the morning and con- tinued until late in the evening. The
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-06-26
Outings Enjoyed

Enjoyable outings were held by several local groups yesterday. The Portuguese Continental Union and Portuguese club held their annual field day and outing at Linden park. There was large attendance, sports and dancing were enjoyed. Guests were present from other sections of this state and also from Massachu- sets and Rhode Island.
 A large attendance featured the outing of the Mems club of the Immanuel Lutheran church on the church grounds. The Millville li- brary association enjoyed an outing on the Millville field.
 The Billy Bridges club enjoyed its annual sheep bake yesterday at Jones' farm, Millville with 150 att tending. Henry Schildgen, Jr. served the bake. Sports events took place.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-06-26
BEAVERS DAM FLOODS ROAD

Sudbury. Ont (UP)-The dam building activities of beavers are disrupting the peace of Manitoulin Island and damaging farming and numbering. Dams built by colonies of beavers in the west end o fthe island have flooded farm lands, and in one case fioodes. 8 road to such 6 depth that children had to use Q rowboat to get to school.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-06-26
HOW BIG. CALIFORNIA

Sacramento. Gal. (Up).-what's Whats the population of oalifor- nia7 That vexing problem has been asked so many times that the Caii- fornia Taxpayers association decid- cd to check up on school enroil- nlents, birth rates and what-not and make as close an estimate as possible. The answer- -o, 400 900 for Inc beginning of io3o.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-06-26
PASADENA CITY or AUTOS

Pasadena, Cal. (Up).--Latest sta- tistics indicate this city probably has more automobiles in propor- ton to its population that any other city of the United States. There are 39.200 cars, or almost one for every two people The natIonal aver- age is about one for every 70 per- sons.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-06-26

Rosa, Miss Vita Piacentino, Joser,. santoro. Mrs. Anna sulnma, Dsniel santoro, Thomas Iannelli. Mra. Louise Clarimonte, Mrs. Laura Pes- sarelli and Andrew Clairmonte.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-06-26
Business Anticiuated

Next Saturday will mark the start of busy month for tax collector, James Fitzgerald, and his assistant, James Brennan. The .19-mill prop erty tax on the. grand list of 1888, is payable starting Saturday and a record number of bills have been mailed out, 5,067. The bills also contain the five-mill tax bill due Dec. 31, 1889 and some residents have already paid both of these tax eS.
 As many taxpayers will probably leave town on vacation soon, MT. Fitzgerald announces his office will be open daily receive payments this week. The bills for the 19-mill tax total $396, ,896.19 and for the five mill tax, $9. ,463.16 or a combined total of $491 ,359.35.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-06-26

The fashion of glove wearing was introduced in Europe in the 11th century; when the Doge Of Venice. Domenigo Salva. married the daughter of the emperor of Constantinople. The lady always wore scented gloves in public, and the fashion soon spread to France and Spain.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-06-26
Is Graduated

Harry A. Vaughan, son of MT. and Mrs. c. William Vaughan of Cliff street, was graduated from Peddie school Hightstown, N. J. today. His parents attended the exercises. He has been active in music circles at the school and played football and was on the varsity wrestling team.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-06-26
Chief Yacationing

Chief of Police John Gormley of Beebe street is on his annual two- weeks vacation. Captain Anthony Malone is acting chief.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-06-26

Bridgeport which was on North Main street going north. The driver of the truck, E. L. Vernon Holt, of Bridgeport, was not hurt although his vehicle nearly overturned. It is believed an axel holding the wheel broke off. The truck was repaired at nearby garage.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-06-26
Gets Permit

Werner Gustafson of 181 Rubber avenue is the first retail store deal- CT to obtain permit to sell fire works here this year. Borough Clerk Charles F. Daly sold him his permit recently. Many other firms are ex- pected to secure permits this week The sale will start Saturday.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-06-26
Fines Administered Rubber Avenue Pair
 Found Guilty Today
State Policemen Lend Testimony Against Accused Men - U. s. Rubber Plans Family Outing Satur-
 day at Quassapaug Warden Gives Broadcast
NAUGAT Uc K

in the case of Joseph Marinaccio of 238 Scott street, who had been arrested May 25 on a charge of in- toxication. The case had been con- tinued for one month. This morning Deputy Judge George A. Kelly noll- ed it in view of the good behavior of the accused since then.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-06-26
Couples to Wed

C0upIeS 70 Weu
 Several, couples filed wedding in- tentions recently at the office of Town Clerk Raymond J. St. John. They are: Frank Harlan of 93 Martin street, West Haven, and Olga Rahn 288 High street, Naugatuck, whose marriage will take place July 8; John Cochan of Seymour and Lo- retta Maher of 21 Bradley street, who will be married next Saturday, and Richard Curtis Cooper of Wood bury and Mildred Sears of 67 Aetna street, Naugatuck, who will be wed July 15.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-06-26
Lucky NEan

possible dehth Whixzed by the
 head of William v. McDermott Sf tel North Main street. former state representative, yesterday afternoon.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-06-26
Warden Speaks

Warden John .. Sheridan broad- cast over station VERY this morn- Ing an interesting talk, in connection with the safety campaign being sponsored by the Naugatuck chan- Der of Commerce here.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-06-26
Club ZIP

Forty members of Club "17" the waterproof packing club, went to Torrington Sunday for 8 picnic and to play the Torrington Nepaug All- Stars. Families and girl friends ac- companied club members.
 The, All-Stars defeated the club, 7-2. Players for Club "l7' were Matt Jankowski, Edio Forcheilli, Charles Johnson, Louis Barto, Tom Smigel- ski, Lefty Hansleit, Chester Jankow- ski. Frank Baker, and Bill Fleming.
 After the game, everyone went out to Frank Woods cottage at High land Lake for picnic luncheon.
 James Quinn, has been made a life member of club "17". Because of poor health, MT. Quinn has been forced to give up work, and 8 steady packer of the club, Jim received the life membership as token of the esteem in which he is held by fel- low members. Ninety four members of the club inscribed their names on the card.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-06-26
Notice Sent

Tn connection with the safety campaign, the following notice was sent to each teacher in Naugatuck and read to her class the day before schools closed for the summer va cation:
 During the vacation period, you will encounter many new risks in traffic, in the home, or at the play ground. May urge each and every- one in the schools of the Borough to use especial care during the sum. mer months, to the end that we may welcome you all in September with the record of "No Accident To Nau- gatuck children"
 Sincerely,
 II. Y. CfIITTENDEN.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-06-26
Michael Chanko

The funeral of Michael Chanko, A, of Oxford who died yesterday in the Waterbury hospital as the result of injuries sustained Friday when he fell from 8 horse-drawn mower on his farm, will be held Tuesday at o'clock from his home, on Chestnut Hill road. Burial will be in Grove cemetery.
 MT. Chanko suffered a fractured skull and decorations when he was dragged along the ground and part of the machine passed over him. He came to Oxford from Mishawaka and worked for a number of years at the Naugatuck Chemical com pany. He retired Il years ago, buy ing his farm then.
 He leaves his wife, Anna, six daughters, Mrs. Michael Zan and Mrs. George Bacick of New York, Irene, Rose, Mildred and Ruth Chanko all of Oxford; and two sons. Michael and Paul, of Oxford. Friends may call at his home. They are requested to omit flowers.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-06-26
Issues Permits

Issues Permits
 Borough Clerk Charles F. Daly is- sued permits for sale of fireworks today to Dmenick Tellerica of 404 North Main street and to Frank Wisinski of 100 Bridge street. The permits cost $5 each.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-06-26
U, S. Rubber Outing

U. s. Rubber Outing
 The fifth U. s. Rubber outing will be held at Lake Quassapaug Satur- day, August 18th. Last year some six thousand D. s. Rubber Company
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-06-26
Is Graduated

John J. Hetherington, Jr., son of MT. and Mrs. John Hetherington of Galpin street was graduated Fri- day night from Post college, Water bury. He is graduate of Naugatuck high school, class of 1887.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-06-26

employees and their families gath cred at the Lake, and this year fully as many are expected.
 General Service commltte mem- bers, who are the leaders of the var- ious activities. at U. s. Rubber, will head committees for the outing.
 Preparations are already under way to provide all day entertain ment for the kiddies, to set up new forms of amusement for everyone, and to arrange for large, factory wide tournaments.
 Committee chairmen are:, Ray Deegan, transportation; Lillian Gal- lagher, publicity, Elizabeth Rooney, retired employees, Robert Gair, ath- letics, Louis Jamele, cnildren's en- tertainment, Manuel Rebello, enter tainment, Mary O'Connor, informa- tion, Joseph Kenishea, refreshment, Norma, Butcher, prizes, Chet Stiber, Policing and parking.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-06-26
Sells Lot

David M. O'Shea of Beacon Falls has sold 8 lot on Cherry street to John E. Titley, 8 warranty deed, recorded recently at the office of Town Clerk Raymond J. St. John, shows.