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The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-01-04
Naomie Chapter

Officers of Naomi chapter, Order of Eastern Star, were installed at exercises held last night at Tenn pie hall. Mrs. William J. Wolf was named associate matron, suc- ceeding Mrs. George Pinter, who resigned last night.
 Others installed were: Conduc- tress, Mrs. L. T. Scott Smith; as- sistant conductress, Mrs. George Raymond Angrave; grand mar shal, Mrs. Edwin H. Jones; grand chaplain, Mrs. Daniel G. Taylor; grand organist, Mrs. William G. Russell, Mrs. Frederick c. Marg- graf, secretary, was installing of- ficer.
 Plans were made for @ card party and hobby show to be held Feb. 3. The program will start with a salad bridge in the after noon, and in the evening there will be supper and entertainment.
 Visiting matrons and patrons will be honored at special pro- gram Feb. q.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-01-04
AMERICAN FLEET
 TEST DEFENSES|
Sixty Vessels, Two Hun- dred Planes Sailed Ont
 of Harbor Today

San Pedro, Cal, Jan. 4-(UP)-l The fleet sailed today for elaborate war games designed, it was believed, to test its ability to defend the vest eTn hemisphere.
 First operations will be in the Caribbean, where the "Black Fleet" will protect the Panama Canal against the White" division. Then will come the climactic test, fleet problem xxx, the protection of the north Atlantic shores from attack late in February.
 The naneuvers will include, next week, the greatest mass fight in naval record. Sixty long range patrol bornbers will try to fly non-stop from San Diego to Panama.
 60 Ships, 200 Planes
 While the Atlantic exercises are in progress, 60 vessels and 200 planes will engage in mock battle in the California Hawaii . Alaska triangle of the Pacific.
 Six days and nights of battle practice was ahead of the 140 srr- face vessels and submarines enroute to Panama. Sailing from San Diego and San Pedro bases, the vessels held rendezvous of San Clemente Island before dawn. Secret radio sailing orders had cracked from the flagship Pennsylvania and the ships sailed with abused lights.
 Shore leaves was up at p. m. yesterday and 5000 officers and en- listed men bade goodbye to wives and sweethearts for persaps six months. Landings were damned with the departing men and shore boats shuttled across the harbors.
 Nine Battleships
 Included in the armada are nine battleships with IA and Is inch guns, which will reach Balboa January B, IA heavy cruisers, and the aircraft carriers Saratoga and Lexington with 600 fighting planes.
 The Pennsylvania is flagship of Admiral c. c. Bloch. He, as con-. mander-in-chief, will act as chief umpire in the war games.
 From Panama the fleet will steam to the Guantanamo-Gon area, between Cuba and Haiti, for exten- sive target practice. Then it will move northward.
 The fleet will put in at New York in April for the worlds fair. It will return to the west coast in June, ex- cept for four cruisers which will ring South America on a good will cruise.
 The Atlantic and Pacific war games vii lbe held simultaneously for the first time in history.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-01-04

that it is fine gesture on the part of this company, which has already been most generous in its donations to the state of properties for recrea- tional purposes. The state board of fisheries and game already holds long term leases upon several prop critics of the company for hunting and fishing rights, under proper regulation
 '"This fine gift gives the state practical control of the Salmon river, since it owns or controls property on one or both sides of the river for practically two-thirds of its length. The howage rights given by the power company extend upstream for approximately three miles above the Leesville dam, or nearly to Com stock Bridge, where they adjoin property already owned by the state. The Leesville dam and power house are well known to scores of anglers who have fshed there for shad.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-01-04

ACCOuutdntS FISGs
 First in line of questioning by the grand jury is expected to be the acc counting firm which has been called in to explain the auditing of the McKessOn accounts during the sev- eral years of the Musica activities. Thereafter, officers of the company and directors will be summonsed, according to present plans of Lamar Hardy, United States attorney.
 The Connecticut angles to the case include the financing of the first op- erations of Coster-M -Musica by Bridgeport bankers and the Water bury investment firm of which MT. Phillips is the head and the re- ceivership petition of Corporation Counsel Vincent w. Dennis, of Hartford, which opened the Con- necticut investigation into the finan- cial position of the $86,O00,000 drug firm.
 Tracing History
 The Mccall inquiry is being built around the acceptance of Coster- Musica by the directors and bank CTS and the alleged tolerance of his activities after an investigation was made several years ago, in 1883 and 1894. Latest report is that MT. Mo- Call intends tracing the operations of the Girard 6 Co.,, firm which was Coster-Musica's first step into high financing in Bridgeport and the nucleus of the mergers financed by banking firms which resulted in the McKesson & Robbins mergers.
 At least three Connecticut firms and several in New York are con- cerned with the financing of these first mergers by which Coster-M -Mu- sica became head of the mammoth drug concern.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-01-04
Spring Sends Advance Agent To City Hall!

Blooming with tropical efful- gence in the office of Supt. of Parks James J. Curtin is a fam ing poinsettia plant.
 For about three weeks now, the plant has burgeoned into sem- blance of other related tropical flowers which abound in Florida and warm spots far from Water bury.
 There is a history to this par ticular alien in these c1jmes, how ever, which has interest for many who visit the city hall of the park superintendent.
 Seems several weeks ago a cer- tain Waterbury family found that the gift of the poinsettia plant had become a critical obligation. The plants brilliant blossoms withered and the stems were ob- vionsly dying.
 The family gave the plant to the park department and Fred L. King. department florist in charge of the greenhouse at Fulton park. undertook care of the plant. So successful was MT. Kings treat ment. that the tropical straneer once against resumed healthy progress and growth.
 And now the poinsettia, set in a central place in the office, stands more than a yard high, it's fam ing blossoms offering tropical color to the Waterbury office. It is a question of proper temperatures and care. officials remarked. and few of this tropical variety of plant can survive in private homes in northern localities.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-01-04
SECOND CHURCH

Mrs. Charles R. Sumpf was re- elected chairman of the evening department of the Second Congre- gational Church at the annual meeting last night in the church. Charles M. Sutherland was the speaker. choosing as his topic, Consistency"
 Other officers named were: vice-chairman, Mrs. Walter Robi- son; treasurer, Mrs. Howard Hol- comb; secretary, Mrs. Thomas Morgan; chairman of the work committee, Mrs. Edson Granger; chairman of supper committee, Mrs. Oblenis Dubois; chairman of the program committee. Miss Bethanie Guyette: chairman of publicity, Miss Margaret Edwards; chairman of sick visiting commit tee, Mrs. Arthur Williams; chair man of membership committee, Mrs. Julia E. Lane.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-01-04
REPORTER BECOMES
 SENTINEL OWNER

South Norwalk, Conn, Jan. 4. (UP)-Leroy D. Downs, who started as a reporter IS years ago on the South Norwalk Sentinel, today acquired ownership of the daily newspaper.
 He succeeded Wendell P. Milligan, retired, and became editor and pub- fisher of the Sentinel, and presi- dent and treasurer of the Sentinel Publishing compjany.
 The newspaper was started in 1870. Two years ago Downs acquired the interests of Leigh Danenberg, then president of the concern.
 Downs, 8 member of the state veterans home commission and the home building commission, is 8 World War veteran and has held several city offices.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-01-04
BRADY HURT BY
 FALL ON STAIRS

David Brady, 54, of 276 Baldwin street, was treated for scalp wounds last night at St. Mary's hospital following a fall down stairs at South Main street hotel. His con- dition was described as not serious today, but he remained at the hos pital.
 Brady told police that he visited a friend on the third floor and that he slipped on the stairs be- tween the second and third floors, his fall resulting in crashing his head through door on the second floor landing.
 He was taken to the hospital by Ambulance Driver Thomas Grady, Sergeant Walter Ahearn and Pa trolman Joseph Phelan.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-01-04
Nosahogan Lodge

District Deputy Harold New man, of Naugatuck, and his staff, will install officers of Nosahogan lodge of odd Fellows at Odd Eel lows hall Tuesday night.
 James Hunt is noble grand, Richard Cotte is vice-grand and William Wood treasurer.
 Other officers follow: Recording secretary, William Frink; trustee, George Baronian; auditor, Kar Wagner; chairman sick commit tee, Earl Scranton Ross; warden, Howard Gardner; conductor, Will liam Shatas; chaplain, Roger .Frink; inside guard, Walter Book; staff officers, Charles Schmidt, Franklin Roberts, Edward Allard, Everett Barker, Robert Feist and William JorgenSen.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-01-04
JAPAN'S CABINET HAS RESIGNED
Chinese Extended War, With Other Things Have
 Caused Much Trouble
BY H. o. THOMPSON United Press Staff CorreSnOndent

Tokyo, Jan. 4.-CUP)-A long, awaited cabinet reorganization, in- volving the resignation of Prince Fuminaro Konoye as premier marked a new phase of Japanese policy in its Chinese problem today.
 Prince Konoye and his fellow cab inet members held brief meeting this morning. Afterwards, Konoye went to the imperial palace and pre- sented Emperor Hirohito with the collective resignation of the ministry.
 Speculation regarding leadership of new ministry revolved around the possibility that Baron Kiichiro Hiranuma, president of the privy council, might assume the prime ministry with Toyotaro Yuki, presi- dent of the Bank of Japan, as fi- nance minister and Suehiko Shiono, who was minister of justice under Konoye, as home minister.
 Forming New Ministry
 Work of forming a new ministry started immediately after the resig- nation when Kurahei Yuasa, lord keeper of the privy seal, left for Okitsu to confer with venerable Prince Saionji, last of the elder statesmen, who is always consulted in such matters.
 Prince Konoye said:
 "The China incident has entered new stage and the government must concentrate its efforts on the construction of new order capable Of maintaining lasting peace.
 T am convinced that it is urgently necessary to enhance confidence in the nation by formulating new poli- cies under new cabinet.
 Konoye added that he felt he lacked the ability to cope with the new situation and therefore resigned.
 Dissatisfaction
 However, the specific reason for the resignation was considered to be domestic dissatisfaction with the national reorganization" program which Prince Konoye and Admiral Nobumasa Suetsugu supported.
 Only yesterday Gen. Shunroku Hata had been succeeded as com mander of the Japanese forces ir central China by Lieut.. Gen. Otozc Yamada, until recently administer ing chief of the Nanking area. This was taken to mean that large mili- tary operations in China were end ed and that Japan had entered on a reorganization phase, trying tc set up puppet governments in oc- cupied territory.
 Japanese sources said the foreign office had answered American pro- tests against 13 incidents of Japanese aerial bombing o. American prop erty in China. The answer was re- ported to disclaim responsibility in general terms, asserting that every incident investigated showed that markings of the property were indis- tinct and that some property was ad- jacent to legitimate bombing objec- tiveS.
 Will Form Cabinet
 Baron Kiichiro Hiranuma, presi- dent of the privy council, was or dered by Emperor Hirohito today to form a new cabinet to succeed the government of Prince Fuminaro Ko- noye.
 Baron Hiranuma, a former cabinet member was summoned to the palace at 10 p. m. tonight and received the instructions of the emperor.
 It was believed in some quarters that Toyotaro Yuki, president of the Bank of Japan would take the fi- nance portfolio and Suehiko Shiono the hom, ministry.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-01-04
NEWS CHUJIHES
FIRST METHODIST

Rev. Theodore c. Bobilin cited Dillinger and Dahl0ver, famed public enemies. as boys brought up in Methodist Sunday schools, who went wrong because somebody failed to keep them connected with religion when they grew up, in a sermon last night in the First Methodist church.
 In comparison, MT. B0bilin, re- ferred to Dwight L. Moody, who was brought into the church and proved his tremendous worth.
 Rev. Paul Dubois of Bristol, pastor of the First Methodist church of that town will be the speaker tonight at 8 o'clock, in another of the preaching mission meetings, which will be continued through the week. Music will be provided by Charles Platt and William Blair.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-01-04
NAUGATUCK AND
 REPUBLIC PAIRED

Naugatuck, Jan.4-The undefeated Naugatuck high school basketball team will meet the Junior Republic five of Litchfield at the local Y to- night. The Republic five has not had an outstanding record up to now and another Garnet victory is expected.
 In the games played this far, the high school team has not really been extended and fans don't yet know how it will play when the going gets "hot". It should get a real test Saturday when it plays Warren Harding high The second team of the local high school will meet the Republic reserves at 7:15 night and the main game will follow this.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-01-04
Sheridan Council

Deputy Grand Knight Charles Mcdonald heads the committee which will be in charge of the an- nual communion breakfast of Sheridan Council, "A, Knights of Columbus. He was appointed last night at . regular session of the council No date was set for the breakfast, but it is likely to be held either just before Lent starts or immediately after it ends.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-01-04
FALLS ON CHIN

Boston, Jan. 4-(UP)-Alexander La Manski of Millville, watchman at the Southern Produce company, knocked himself out today by land- ing on his chin when he leaped from cot fired by g cigaret while he mapped.
 He was found unconscious on the floor of his office by Patrolman Bartholomew O'Neil, who carried him to safety. La Manski was hos pitalized for chin and back injuries and severe burns.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-01-04
Man's Leg Broken,
 No Pain Is Felt

Boston, Jan. 4.-UP)-Two Boston patrolmen sent to 8 va- cant lot found an inebriate stretched heIplessIy on the ground. His right leg was twist cd and bulged against the trOuser leg.
 'Tt's broken" said Patrolman Joseph Crowley.
 "Yeah, looks like a compound fracture" chimed in Patrolman AIphonse Kolatis.
 Tenderly they lifted him into a police prowl car and drove to City hospital. There doctors confirmed the diagnosis of 8 broken leg-but discovered that the leg was wooden.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-01-04
Phillips Awaits Call
 Before Federal Jury
Waterbury Broker Summoned to Give Evidence in
 MCKessOn X Robbins Case in New York City

Rowley w. Phillips in New York today to answer questions of Assistant Attorney General Ambrose " Mccall regarding the Waterbury investment brokers association with McKesson Robbins of which he has been director for about 10 years The New York state inquiry proceeded today the federal grand jury investigation got under with its sweeping inquiry into what crimes preceded the of speculation of funds estimated at around OOO
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-01-04
Police Tag With
 Holiday "Spirit'


 They were taking down the holly from the front of The El- ton yesterday.
 One of the w0rkmen noticed a small ight-colored tag with a piece of string attached on the sidewalk.
 "Hm!" he hm-ed. Must have dropped out Of my pocket"
 A moment later he decided that someone else was the erst- while owner of the tag, s0me- one who might just possibly have tagged the holly early the morning of January 1st.
 You guessed right. It was a police tag.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-01-04
FrQtemQL Neus
Euclid Lodge

The entered apprentice degree was exemplified last night at a meeting of Euclid lodge, A. F. & A. M., at the Masonic temple. Worshipful Master Arnold Wenzel was in charge of the ceremonies.
 The regular degree team took part, while among those par ticipating in degree lectures were Frank H. Bailey, Rev. Samuel A. Budde and Louis WenZel.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-01-04
Time Extended

Director Thomas Walsh of the Washington Park senior basketball league last night ordered the dead line for filling team rosters extended from January to January 13, be- cause of the squabble concerning eligibility of state league players. He also called another meeting of man. agers to be held Friday evening at g o'clock in the Community House.
 Managers of teams who attended last nights meeting were presented copies of the league bylaws.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-01-04

A special session of the Gents of the Hill has been called for tonight at 8 o'clock by President William J. Johnston. The meeting will be held in the parish hall, for the purpose of discussing plans for the presen- tation of Born Lucky.
 Arrangements for the issuance of membership cards to members will also be made.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-01-04
MISS = MIR. CLUB

The new Miss and MT. Club of the Second Congregational Church elected Jack Stevens president at a meeting last night in the church. Virginia Bailey was named vice. president and Robert Ray was nam d secretary-treasurer.
 A constitution as drafted by MT. Stevens. Miss Bailey, MT. Ray and Douglas Benedict was adopted. The next meeting will be January IT.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-01-04
Market Opens Steady
 In Quiet Trade Today
Traders Marked Time Awaiting Delivery of President
 RoOsevelt's Speech to Congress This Afternoon
By ELMER c. wAI.ZER Limited Press Financial Editor)

New York, Jan. 1. CUP)-Stocks opened steady in quiet trading to- day. Bonds were little changed while cotton futures eased 3 to [ points.
 Traders marked time awaiting delivery of President Roosevelt's ad- dress to Congress.
 Crucible Steel rose 1-8 to A i-8 eoualing its 1938-39 high. Small gains were noted in individual is- sues. Rails were mixed, featured by Santa Fe which. rose 3-4 to Al IA American Smelling lost nearly g point.
 U. s. Steel opened 1,500 shares at 68 unchanged; General Motors 49 1-2 unchanged; Chrysler Sl 3-e of 1-8; New York Central 1,500 al 21 3-8 of 1-8; Anaconda 34 3-4 uE 3-8; and Standard Oil of New Jer- sey 51 5-8 of 3-8.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-01-04
Christmas Trees

Christmas Trees
 Several residents of the Hill sec ton have reported the loss of lights from outdoor Christmas trees. The work is believed to be that of van- dals from other districts. Principal theft was reported at the Commun- ity House, where all but four of the bulbs on the outdoors tree were stolen during the holiday weekend. Numerous fires have been lighted by children who have gathered the discarded evergreens and set them ablaze.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-01-04
LIE ELIMINATORS

Boston, Jan. A. (UP) = Liquor should be sold to boys and girls un- der 2l years of age, according to Mrs. John s. Sheppard, member of the New York alcoholic beverage control commission.
 Reducing the age limit from 21 . l8 years she told the Women $ Svfc Federation of Massachusetts sesterday would eliminate the ten dency of young people to lie about their ages.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-01-04
CLUB COASTERS BANNED

New Philadelphia, o. CUP)-The trees and other property of the Union Country club are being pro- tected against the ravages of reck- less coasters. The club trustees have announced that sledriding and coasting is forbidden on club pro- perty.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-01-04
Holy Name Society

Arrangements are being completed for the installation of officers of the St. Francis Xavier Holy Name so- ciety at the next meeting Sunday night in the parish hall. A com- mittee is preparing several acts of entertainment and a speaker.
 The society will receive commun- ion in a body at the 7:30 o'clock mass Sunday.
 Games in the "45" tournament will be resumed Monday night. Dur ing the past two weeks the games have been suspended because of the holidays.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-01-04
COVERED BRmGEs PROTECTED

Harrisburg, Pa. (UP) His torians are moving to preserve the "old covered bridge," Leading the movement is the Pennsylvania His torical Commission. with the co-op- eration of the State Department of Highways.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-01-04
Harmony Lodge

All Master Masons are invited to a meeting of Harmony lodge of Masons at the Masonic tenn ple tomorrow night. Plans for conferring of degrees during the remainder of the winter months will be made.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-01-04
 Agreements

The following agreements in which compensation will be paid weekly during the period of total disability were filed this morn- ing and approved at the office of the compensation commissioner: Chase Brass and Copper com pany and John Giacin, 59 Hill view street, low back pain after lifting, S13.24.
 Robertson Bleachery and Dye Works, New Milford, and Thomas Feeney, New Milford, body burns, S11.56 beginning December 3, 1888.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-01-04
Born Lucky" To Be
 Presented By Gents
Plans for Play to Be Outlined Tonight-Holy Name
 Instas Officers Sunday Night
WASHINGTON HILL

numerous officials of the fire de- partment during the past few days. The reason is the occupancy of the new $17,50O fire truck which was delivered here for service in the Waterbury Fire Department.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-01-04
Skating

Skating at Washington Park is at tracting patrons from all sections of the city. The ice is better this year than it has been in many years.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-01-04
Fife and Drum Corus

A lively rehearsal of the fife and drum corps was held last night in the Community House under the di- rection of Gene Ford. Jany Sheehy gave a demonstration of baton swinging.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-01-04

Estonia will spend $6,000,000 to further mechanize it's agriculture. ture.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-01-04

Fire Department The Baldwin street fire station has been the gathering spot for
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-01-04
N. Y. Bank & Trust Stocks
 The R. F. Griggs Co.

Sales of American medicines in South America are increasing steadily.
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