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The Michigan chronicle. [volume] (Detroit, Mich.) 1936-current, 1939-10-28
YIN. CA. CONCLUDES BEST
MEMBER DRIVE IN HISTORY

The Y.McA, membership cam
paign for 1899, has ended and glori-
ously, for the final report this year
was the bes, in the history OF the ST.
Antoine branch, with a total Of SOP
members and sI,336OO in cash.
Fred Alien retains the crown, de-
feating Dr. j. J Mcc-cndon by 80
members. King Fred Allen PERSONAL
ly brought in 100 members and
$4,000 in cash Reverend George
Baber, general chairman. stated,
HE is the kingliest king that ever
HINGED" Mrs Beulah Carter, dirq,-
tor Of the boys team, surpassed her
goal for the third successive year,
when her captains and workers re-
ported 257 members, their goal was
$50
The mems division fell short Of
its goal Of 900 members by 10. how
ever, the campaigners decided to
have another report meeting on
Monday, October 80. so that they
can close the campaign with all goals
reached, Under the direction OF John
Dancy ard his Boys Loyalty COM
mittee, there were memberships pro-
vided for over 2lO boys whose par
ents can not afford to pay for their
memberships, at the present time
50 per cent Of The boys department
is composed Of such memberships,
King Allen was indeed a kingly
sight, walking up and down the
aisle in his purple robe and glittering
crown, in his victory speech he
praised his captains and workers for
making this victory possible, but he
stated that =tAe= Hesi=eerpese- iff=en-=
tering this campaign was not merely
10 win a victory over DR.. McClen-
don and his division, although that
bit Of competition did add zest to
the campaign, but to extend the
Understanding program Of the
The Michigan chronicle. [volume] (Detroit, Mich.) 1936-current, 1939-10-28

lowing not a smitch Of hair 10
show.
x x x
A TRICK OF DESIGNING
permits the nesting" of chairs
can be placed charmingly in a eor-(
ner and brought out like
magic to seat the overflow Of
guests at tea or bridge.
4 & 4
WHITE BEDS are taking the
day again - perhaps as part Of
the new romantic movement
an especially beautiful one . . is
Of Lucite, transparent as ice
colorless as crystal On ii ale
pure white sheets and cases
with embroidered daisies on their
borders and a coverlet of
cleaning white satin with appliqued
flowers Of net The bed must
be white now it seems as
white as snow drifts.
The Michigan chronicle. [volume] (Detroit, Mich.) 1936-current, 1939-10-28
MRS. RUTH LOCKWOOD
HOSTESS

Mrs. Ruth Lockwood Of 1896 30th
street was the charming hostess to
the lie Jaunes Mere club last week,
who proved that she could delight
fully entertain the members as well
as hold the money; being treasurer
Of the club. The meeting was
called TO order by the president,
Mrs. Mae Edwards, after the minutes
were read and approved, discussion
was under way for the turkey
rattle to be given November 10,
bridge was played, and a dainty
menu served. Mary James, secre-
tary,
The Michigan chronicle. [volume] (Detroit, Mich.) 1936-current, 1939-10-28
TEACHERS PRESENT PROGRAM
HOUSEWIVES LEAGUE NO. o

The school teachers presented a
most interesting program at the
regular meeting of the Housewives
League No. 9, at Hartford Avenue
Center Thursday night,
Miss Zelma Sykes and Mrs. Jessie
McGatherine were the principal
speakers. Mrs. Thelma Baldwin
sang a very charming solo, accom-
panied at the piano by Miss Blame.
Others appeared on program helped
greatly in making the event out
standing Every one present en-
joyed the program.
The Michigan chronicle. [volume] (Detroit, Mich.) 1936-current, 1939-10-28
MAY FAIR CLUB ENJOYS
THEATRE PARTY

The May Fair club, one of the
West sides progressive clubs, en-
joyed a gay theatre party Thursday
of last week. After which they en-
joyed a delicious dinner of chicken
and all the trimmings at the Joe
Louis chicken shack. The entire
evening was joyously spent and all
had a lovely time. Lula Davis is
the corresponding secretary of the
club,
The Michigan chronicle. [volume] (Detroit, Mich.) 1936-current, 1939-10-28
MRS. MCCAIN
RESTING FINE

Mrs, Marion MCLEAN who was in
a painful accident early Saturday
morning, is resting fine at home.
Although she was in bed, her little
son, Charles McClain, went through
his birthday party which had been
planned before the accident He
was FIVE years old and invited in
30 little guests and all were quiet
and enjoyed the party Sunday
The Michigan chronicle. [volume] (Detroit, Mich.) 1936-current, 1939-10-28

YMC.A. to larger number in the
city Of Detroit.
DR., McClendon, leader OF Division
B, whose splendid work was sur
passed only by that of King Allen,
bowed low in recognition OF His
Royal Highness and shouted, All
hail the kingl'
All OF the participants in this
years campaign are happy over their
victory and thank Y-minded citizens
whose cooperation made this pos
sible.
The Michigan chronicle. [volume] (Detroit, Mich.) 1936-current, 1939-10-28
MIR. AND MRS. CLARENCE
BJJRRIS HOST AND HOSTESS

Mr.. and Mrs. Clarence Burris
were the generous host and hostess
to the Just Us Social club, with a
The Michigan chronicle. [volume] (Detroit, Mich.) 1936-current, 1939-10-28
UeSTSIDG DETROIT
BY BETTE ELLINGTON 5242 Vinewood Avenue
5242 Vinewood Avenue

%, at 7:45 pm. Theodore Williams.
also Negro and white singers will
take part. This will be a great
rally for Christian unity and evan
gelism. Don't miss it.
The Michigan chronicle. [volume] (Detroit, Mich.) 1936-current, 1939-10-28
McClehdon Players
Will Repeat Plays

NEW YORK CITY, Oct 27-The
Rose MeClendon players, under the
direction of Dick Campbell, appear
ii in the Workhouse theatre for
the past week will do repeat per-
formances Thursday, Friday and
Saturday of this week, it was an
nounced- at last Saturdays closing
episode.
The Michigan chronicle. [volume] (Detroit, Mich.) 1936-current, 1939-10-28
PROMUSICA DRAMATIQUE
SOCIETY

The Promusica Society will pre-
sent its annual recital Sunday after
noon at Plymouth Congregational
,hurch.
The Michigan chronicle. [volume] (Detroit, Mich.) 1936-current, 1939-10-28

ARE YOU GUILTY OF GAP
OSIS that hit and miss placket
which bulges unbecomingly
spelling even the most svelte
and Soignee gown - The talon
fastener is a godsend down
with snaps at the waist linel
The Michigan chronicle. [volume] (Detroit, Mich.) 1936-current, 1939-10-28

1910 BELONGS TO VELVET .
This is velvets year definitely
with Dame Fashion demanding vel
vets richness for curves
soft femininity and overtones of
splendor We will swath our
bodies in velvet form boot to cha
peaux
The Michigan chronicle. [volume] (Detroit, Mich.) 1936-current, 1939-10-28
MRS. LOUISE MOsELEY
ANKTON HOSTESS

Mrs. Louise Moseley Ankton Of
$751; Vinewood was hostess when
the Foreign People" met at her
home to organize a club called the
Golden Key" last week.
Those present included Mrs. A.
Miller, Lucy Jordan, Mrs Irene Ed
wards, Mrs. Eva Hollis and Alice
Hardin Club plans were discussed
and activities for the future. Mrs,
Louise Inkton is president and Alice
Harden, the secretary.
ST. CYPRIAN EPISCOPAL
Rev. Malcolm Dade, Rector
A friendly service will be held in
remembrance of the late Rev. Father
Daniels, at St, Cyprian church, 28th
street at Milford, Sunday afternoon,
October 80 The public is invited.
DINNER DANCE
The Mems club and the Triangle
club will jointly give dinner dance
in the guild Hall Of St. Cyprian
church on November 10 Good
food and music will be on hand
for the enjoyment of all who attend.
More will be said concerning the
affair later
TO SPEND NEXT WEEKEND
IN FLINT
Mr.. and Mrs. Eugene Wills of the
Latonia apartments, and Mr.. and
Mrs. Richard Anderson Of Bangor,
have planned to spend next week.
end in Flint, Mich, visiting rela-
tives and friends.
FROM INDIANAPOLIS
Mrs, Susie Cassell of Indianapolis,
Ind, is here to stay indefinitely
with relatives and friends. She is
friend to Mrs. Edith Ransell OF
Hartford avenue.
ANNOUNCEMENT
The Rev, H, Moseley Of Grace
Tabernacle, Woodrow at Milford,
wishes to announce that the Fellow
ship Gelered Evangelism will
present DE- H. H Savage, we'll
known radio preacher and pastor of
First Baptist church of Pontiac,
Mich, at Missionary Tabernacle,
1870 Stimson street, Detroit, Mich,
Thursday night lonighh.- October
The Michigan chronicle. [volume] (Detroit, Mich.) 1936-current, 1939-10-28

Snow White and the Seven
Dwarfs," the play TO be presented at
the Art Institute by the Phi Delta
Kappa sorority December /, and 2,
is now in rehearsal under the direc-
ton of Mr.. and Mrs. Glen Mills.
The announcement came through
Mrs. Elizabeth Morton of Scotch
avenue, member OF the sorority.
Advertisement will begin next
week.
The Michigan chronicle. [volume] (Detroit, Mich.) 1936-current, 1939-10-28
Feminine Foibles
And Fancies
By GLADYS

YOU WILL WALK HAPPILY
ever after in Padoras Can-Can
Pump Shorter skirts must have
prettier feet feet must look
small This is a triumph Of
workmanship 1t is a pump
which boasts OF coquettish Can-Can
ruffle and black faille There
are bags to match and they may
be had in several color combina-
tons . The black satin with red
lace ruffle and red satin heel. are
most exhilarating 10 the maid or
matron who would be glamorous,
X X X
FIRST MITES OF AUTUMN
and every woman a star and
way not wear a black crepe dress
D.. with jacket slim as a
stalk with motifs of golden
sequins on the pockets brief
cap sleeves and VOLTA! On the
sculptored slipper
Il 4 4
SPORTING PINK eelors the
whole autumn fashion picture =.
Sporting pink has flashed to fame
. More swiftly than the red coats
that blaze after the fox sport
ing pink lips, by Helena Rubinstein
are a brilliant accent with
every fall color 4. Sporting pink
lips will blend with all the new
sporting pink clothes and
will sparkle brilliantly over lunch
con tables injecting a startling
new tempo with black.
X 4 X
ARE YOU GUILTY OF GAP
OSIS that hit and miss placket
which bulges unbecomingly
spelling even the most svelte
and Soignee gown - The talon
fastener is a godsend down
with snaps at the waist linel
X X X
1910 BELONGS TO VELVET
This is velvet's year definitely Il
with Dame Fashion demanding vel
vets richness for curves -.
soft femininity and overtones of
splendor We will swath our
bodies in velvet form boot to cha
peaux
LET YOUR HEELS DOWN
The Michigan chronicle. [volume] (Detroit, Mich.) 1936-current, 1939-10-28
HOW TO COLOR
HAIR TO BLACK
BEAUTY'0rNo Cost

This New Solid Cake
Shampoo Discovery,
Tintz Jet Black Cake,
safely tints faded,
dull, lifeleSs, ugly
hair to a rich :et
black and gives love.
ly lustre - as 1t
washes out dirt, loose
dandruff and grease.
Lovely. youthful, ra.
diant Jet black hsir
girls win men and
you need is Tintz Jet
The Michigan chronicle. [volume] (Detroit, Mich.) 1936-current, 1939-10-28
FROM PENNsYLVANIA

Mrs. Sarah Moss of Carlyle, Pa,
has come to stay Indefinitely with
her son and daughter-in-law, Mr..
and Mrs. William Moss of 5093
Twenty-ffth street.
The Michigan chronicle. [volume] (Detroit, Mich.) 1936-current, 1939-10-28

1859 Hancock. When business was
completed plans were made for a
pre-halloween luncheon to be given
October %, at the home of Mrs,
Mary Hardin of 6l25 Stanford ave-
nue.. All friends are invited to at
tend and Aelp=make- -s-sueeess=
The topic Of discussion was read
ing which was very helpful and in
teresting to each individual. The
hostess served a delectable menu
which all enjoyed
The Michigan chronicle. [volume] (Detroit, Mich.) 1936-current, 1939-10-28
TO SPEND NEXT WEEKEND
IN FLINT

Mrs, Susie Cassell of Indianapolis
Ind, is here to stay indefinitely
with relatives and friends. She is
friend to Mrs. Edith Ransell OF
Hartford avenue
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-02-22

inventor, causing his detention this morning when he returned to Waterbury from the nations capi- tai.
 Judge Conway remarked that apparently the vagaries Of an inc ventor must be given considera- ton. The wife, married to the in- ventor only Ave months, obviously was not of Q mind to cause trouble, Just didn't know what to to do about the sudden trip of her inventor-husbano.
 Between Prosecutor Mitchell Meyers and Clerk Irving W, Pass ternak, the affairs of the couple were adjusted and persons who had interested themselves in the affairs of the family Domorod were warned to leave the couple alone,
 Domorod Is engaged in working on his gadget at the Holden Ma. chine shop where, hereafter, it Is understood both of the family members will make their abode. pending completion of the revolu- tionary gadget.
 Comment around police head- quarters was that the Domorod invention is sufficiently valuable to have gained interest of c nun. ber of influential persons. But Domorod, 1t was said, has been given to sudden trips away and
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-02-22

"Americanism is @ way of life which guarantees the individuals liberty, respects his personal dignity and secures his right to think and act freely" Secretary of the Inter- for Harold L. Ickes said in reply to Q request made to many prominent Americans to define this term. The request was made by pr. Edward J.. Mccormick, Ohio, Grand Exalted Ruler of the Benevolent and Pros tective Order of Elks In connection with the orders Americanism week, March to 8th. l,500 Elks lodges will hold Americanism ceremonies during this period.
 Senator Burton K. Wheeler of Montana defined Americanism as Q broad term, which definitely con- notes democracy In government, freedom of thought, religion, speech and press. Americanism implies more than constitutional guarantee of personal liberty, for the term signifies modernism and advances in all fields through logical and revolutionary rather than drastic changes by brute force or dictator- ship
 Senator Vandenberg of Michigan termed Ainericanism the living
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-02-22

breaks to avoid Q possible collision with on on-comlng car and skidded into the highway fence. He had been about to pass e car going in tho same direction when another oi- coming car blocked this attempt, he said.
 Attorney Gregory 1T. Lynch, for Houle, told the court the lad had chosen the lesser of two evils, in the sense he had preferred to endanger his own person rather than that of occupants of the other cars.
 Gases of George L. Thomas, 20, of 43 Lefflngwell avenue, arrested by Patrolman Vincent Begg on Q reck- less driving charge, and that of Felix Mascariello, %, of Yale street Oak vile, arrested by Motor Patrolman Thomas Pheian on charge of failure to sign his operators license, were continued until Feb. 27.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-02-22
THEORY VS. REALITY
Inventor-H Husband Arrested for Failing to Invent Ways and Means to Support Wife - Working on Motor Cadget of Great ossibilities-Charge
 Nolled.

A mild-mannered. bespectacled youth appeared in city court to- day to explain why he had made e sudden trip to Washington, D. O., the explanation serving not only the authorities but c wife, 0 woman interested in the case. and several persons who are !n- terested in an invention, as well,
 Seems Adam Domorod, %, for- merly of Danbury, is an inventor and he has some mysterious gad- get on which he is working. Back CTS of the invention have admit- ted that tho gadget will increase the speed of c motor, the actual horsepower, by q considerable per cent.
 United States military authori. ties are said to be interested They are reported to have rec marked that should the Domorod invention increase horsepower by 10 per cent it would be c wonder. ful accomplishment in terms of airplane motors, for example. But the gadget, If and when it k perfected, k supposed to be able to increase horsepower Of a motor 70 per cent.
 Hence, great concern was felt for tho sudden absence of MT. Domorod when he up-staked and hied to Washington, possibly seek Ing c patent on his own hook.
 Testimony before Judge Theo- bald E. Conway concerning tho invention overshadowed the teeh- nical charge of non-support which the sudden trip brought onto the
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-02-22
UNION LENTEN LECTURES SET
Dr. James G. Gilkey Opens Series at First Church
 Tomorrow

pr. James Gordon Gilkey, who opens the union Lenten lecture se- ries at the First church tomorrow evening at the First church, is well known as a preacher at schools and colleges and as an author of popu- lar books on the art and science of healthy, happy and useful living.
 He has been since 1917 pastor of the South Congregational church of Springfield; and has been repeated ly heard by Waterbury audiences. His subject tomorrow evening will be Living Ones Daily Life with God" Rev. Thomas Leroy Crosby of the South Federated church will assist in the service, which begins at eight o'clock.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-02-22
Full Weather Report

Boston, Feb. sa tUP)--wsathes sC.opNNsEcTIctT - Partly cloudy and much colder tonight. Thufs~ day fair.
 RHODE ISLAND = Partly cloudy and much colder tonight Thursday fair.
 MAssA - Cloudy and colder tonight. Much colder fn enNt portion. Thursday fair. plan has been installed here and at
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-02-22

spirit of free institutions and of free citizens under a government of laws and not of men," To Represen- tative Allen T. Treadway of Massa- chusetts "Americanism is the en- joyment of life, liberty and the pur- suit of happiness" Representative James A. Shanley, Connecticut, said that "Americanism means protection against the overbearing predomtn- ance of any one group"
 Bishop James r. Freeman of Washington, D. c. called Ameri- canism complete and unqualified loyalty to the ideals of government set forth in the bill or rights, the Declaration of Independence and the Constitution"
 Pointing out that the influence of frontier life on our people gave them character from which sprang our American democracy, A. o. Wil- lard, president of the University of Illinois, said that loyalty to the ideals of our country Is American- ism,
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-02-22
$3,559 REALIZED
 IN SCOUTS DRIVE
First Report Meeting Last Night Pleases Council
 Officials

Subscriptions of $3,5be were re- ported at the first report meeting of the annual Boy Scout finance campaign last night ct The Elton. A total of $20,b00 is sought, s7,600 of which will be used for the devel- opment of the campsite in Ply mouth.
 Out of the $3b0o reported last night, $2,b00 was listed under ad- vance gifts, and included subscrip- tons from Waterbury citizens who annually contribute substantial amounts to the Boy Scout program.
 Other amounts were as follows: Wesht district, $2i2; Central district, $235: North district, s202; East dis triet, $ii0; Naugatuck, $500.
 Walter H. Deacon, president Of the Mattatuek council, presided at the dinner and the report meeting Other speakers were Rev. John R. Coombs, associate pastor of the Second Congregational church, and Joseph r, Kenney, in charge of the Waterbury workers.
 The next report meeting will be held Friday night ct The Elton at 0:ib.
 the work on his invention has not progressed as steadily @ some had hoped would be the case.
 The charge was nolled.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-02-22
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 urADLlsMlp isss

A Gentlemen Hos Been Defined As A Mon Who Can PIoy The Soxophone But Doesn't.
 Maybe there are gentlemen who can and should wear Rosers-Peet good eIothes-but don't.
 But - when Rossrs-Pset clothes are 90 easy on the eyes - the $45 Foreeoster suits and overeoots 90 cosy on the purse, there's no voIid reason why every gentlemen who vaIuss comfort, good looks, style, fit and tailoring os Fifth Avenue knows the subject, shouIdn't be . prospect for Rossrs-Pess clothes. .gax,
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-02-22
CHURCH BANQUET
 FRIDAY EVENING
End Congregations Father and Son Event to fea.
 ture Magician

This years annual Father and Sen Banquet given under the aus pices of the Mems League of the Second Congregational Church which will be held Friday evening, February 24. at 1860 ?. m, in Davenport Hall promises to be the best ever. An unusually fine enter ta'nment program has been pre-. pared consisting of moving pictures on College football sports and one reel of comics. Professor Jentoeh, tho well known magician, will pre- sent some of his magical wonders and there will be singing by the Everyman's Bibl Glass quartet of Watervillc. Men who have no sons are invited and will be provided wit ha son for the evening.
 The first Japanese vessel ever 10 make port at Madagascar, large French Island off the coast of Afri- ca, doiseharged Japanese general merchandise there recently
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-02-22
Bridgeport Host To Carriers, Clerks
 In Holiday Session
U. s. Senator Francis T. Maloney Among Principal Speakers at Gathering Banquet Evening to
 Climax Busy Day of Meetings, Entertainment

convention from Waterbury are Ted Donahue, Otto Bodden, Clar- ence Carolan and Henry Quinn, Jr.
 Delegates ot the state convention of the National Association fo Let ter Carriers from Waterbury are Thomas Phelan, Joseph Gallo, John Garrity, Michael Mclaughlin, Cos- mo Vendetti, George White, Harry Melvin, John Flaherty and Charles Dunn.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-02-22
lCOUNT AGAINST
 | HOULE DROPPED
Lack of Evidence Wins Discharge for Young
 Cheshire Driver

Warning that youngsters lacking driving experience constitute one of the chief menaces of the highway, Judge Theobold E. Conway today in city court dismissed charge of reckless driving lodged against Philip Houle, 10, of Peck Lane, Cheshire, for lack of evidence.
 Houle was arrested yesterday by Motor Patrolmen Joseph Lovallo and Edward Dunn after the car he was driving left the road and struck pole on Meriden road.
 Testimony of the defendant was that he attempted to apply his
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-02-22

Postmaster Charles A. Babin and many local postal employees are att tending the convention of state postoffice clerks and carriers, which is the highlight of Washington's birthday festivities in Bridgeport today.
 The convention began this morn ing ct 8:30 o'clock at the Hotel Stratfield and the main program got underway at 12:30 p. m. Among
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-02-22
|cHORfsTERs PLAN REHEARSAL TONIGHT

The Waterbury choristcrs wlll re- hearse ct 6 o'clock tonight at tte State Armory in preparation for tho state music festival in Waterbury April 27.
 More singers are desired by the chorus, and registration will taka place during the iD minutes before rehearsal time.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-02-22
SCHOOL ATTENDANCE INSURED

Melbourne (Up) Through . scheme originated by Lloyds of London, Australian parents can now insure against loss of school fees and tuition when their children are absent as a result of illness. The
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-02-22
Postmaster

 the prominent speakers are U. s, Senator Francis T, Maloney: Gov ernor Baldwin, Mayor McLevy, Congressman Albert Austin, Former Congressman William M. Citron and Edward J. 0ainor, national presi- dent of the Association of Letter Carriers.
 The affair will be concluled with a banquet at 6:30 o'clock, to be followed by entertainment and dancing.
 Local members of the United Na- tilnal Association of Postoffice cldrks who are state officers include Harold Blacker, third vice-presi- dent, and Walter Geraghty, treas urer. Officiai delegates to the clerks
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-02-22

plan has been installed here and ~ Sydney.
Evening star., 1939-01-14

Forest service nurseries in Kan
sas produced 7,575,80O trees for
planting during 1888, officials esti-
mate.