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Imperial Valley press., 1939-01-11
JUDGMENT ASKED

Carey Bros. of Brawley asked
judgment of $3,24l from CT. C.
Riley and Lottie Riley. In a suit
filed Tuesday they alleged the de-
PENDANTS failed to comply with
terms of contract to purchase
property in BraWley,
Imperial Valley press., 1939-01-11
At
A Glance
Ry UNITED PRESS

Stocks lower.
Bonds lower.
Curb stocks irreg gularly lower.
Foreign exchange lower.
Cotton Bp as much as 40 cents.
Wheat up = to =, corn up "a.
Rubber off almost 4 cent.
silver unchanged.
Imperial Valley press., 1939-01-11
Valleys Hottest
L.inksmen Enter
Annual Event

An a-star preview of Imperial Valleys annual Eol-
ing specaces promised Wednesday at the CaleNeo
invtationa golf tournament which Will start "V 'no
borders International club Sunday. .,
Headed by Jersey Birchfied, defending ttleholder,
Imperial Valley press., 1939-01-11
L. A. HA y
l.. A. BANKS

Los ANGELES. Jan. II. sCUPl-
Transam erica .,.......,....E tn IN
Imperial Valley press., 1939-01-11
l.. A. GRAINS

LOS ANGELES. Jan. II. UP)-
Eastern Grafns-buik
corn No. yellow ...-.. $50 80
Imperial Valley press., 1939-01-11
l.. A. BUTTER & EGGS

LOS ANGELES. Jan. j. CUPD -
Butter: extra 2sc, prime firsts 27c
standard 26c. undergrade 25 &C.
Imperial Valley press., 1939-01-11

California Gralns-Sacked
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-01-21
LEGION AUXILIARY
 ARRANGING PARTY
Stokes Post Unit to Cele- brate Third Anniversary
 St. Patrick's Night

The third anniversary banquet of Sylvester Stokes post, Lithuanian legion, will be held on the evening of St. Patrick's day. Plans for the event which will be attended by local, state and national officers were discussed last evening at a joint meeting of the post and auxiliary. Mrs. Anna Matasavage, president of the auxiliary, will act as general chairman of the various commit tees for the celebration of the units third birthday.
 Delegations from various veter- ans organizations of the city will be in attendance to tender their felici- tations to the post for It's splendid work and It's congratulations for having an efficient and active aux Hilary.
 Arrangements were also made last evening for a special party on Val entine day. Preparations for the event will be made by members oi the auxiliary. The hostesses for the occasion will be Mrs. Catherine Stokes, Mrs. Teresa Stokes, Mrs Anna Matusavage, Mrs. Mae Matu- savage.
 Both post and unit will be repre- sented tomorrow afternoon at the joint installation of officers of the Lithuanian Legion post and its aux Hilary in New Britain.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-01-21
HOLY CROSS CLUB
 FETES PALLOTTI
Many Waterbury Gradu- ates to Attend Testi-
 monial Tuesday Night

Thirty to forty members of the Holy Cross Alumni from Waterbury and vicinity will journey to Hart ford next Tuesday night to attend the statewide testimonial dinner being given for Attorney General Francis A. Pallotti under the aus- pices of the Hartford Club of Holy Cross College.
 It will be held at the Hartford Club at 6:30 p. m.
 Many distinguished guests from Holy Cross College, as well as prom inent alumni from all over the state and from points outside of Connec- ticut are planning to attend.
 Judge Cornelius B. Prior is chair man of the committee in charge, assisted by William Wholean of Hartford, George Jacob of New Ha- ven, Edward Larkin of Bridgeport Dr, M. J. Lawlor, president of the Naugatuck Valley Club, and Dr.. Walter Keefe, Waterbury native who is head of the Hartford club.
 Among the several guest speakers will be Bishop Joseph N. Dinand, s. J., of Weston College, Weston, Mass, former President of Holy Cross Col lege: ev. Francis J. Dolan, s. J., present Rector of the college; Cleo ODonnell, former Graduate Man. ager of Athletics and Football coach at Holy Cross, now coaching foot ball at St. Anselms College, and a classmate of Attorney General Pal lotti's; William J. O'Neill. president of the General Tire Company of Akron, Ohio, also a classmate of the honor guest; and Charles Bowman Strome, executive secretary of the general alumni association.
 Attorney Joseph B. Griffin will act as toastmaster.
 Arrangements for attendance by the Naugatuck Valley alumni are in charge of Andrew McFadden, James Henebry, and Edward Bergin. Mem- bers desiring transportation are re. quested to contact the committee.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-01-21
COUCHLIN CHOSEN
 UNION PRESIDENT
Buckle Company's Credit Group Votes 5 Per Cent
 l938 Dividend

The Waterbury Buckle Employes Federal Credit Union held its an- nual meeting Tuesday evening, at the Waterbury Buckle company.
 Approximately fifty members were present. The members voted pay ment of a 5%o dividend for the year 1888 and & salary to the treasurer. New bylaws were adopted.
 The treasurer's report for the year was read. There were 3l new mem- bers in 1888 making the total mem- bership as of December 31-280. Fifty-eight loans were made in 1888 totaling $3,689.l0.
 Elections were held and the fol- lowing members are to serve on the respective committees: Joseph Hy- land, Mary Orintas, James Polanis and Charles Earth as directors; Frank Tynan and Mary Fitzpatrick as members of the credit commit tee and Emile Savard, Arthur Morin and Anne Yuskis as members of the supervisory committee.
 Elections of officers at the Girec- tors meteing include: President, Cor nelius L. Coughlin, vice-president; James Polanis, treasurer; Kathleen Maher; assistant treasurer, Mary Orintas and clerk, Agnes c. Cuddy.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-01-21
Preventive Efforts Of Local Society
 Asset To Community
Campaign for Funds Opens Here Today to Bring Bet.
 tier Health, Happiness to Waterburians, Particular N ly Children Offsets Juvenile Delinquency

cational lectures and group meet ings given before civic clubs, frater- nal and church societies and Tn numerous private homes.
 Special emphasis is being placed on the care that the community owes to its residents who are mem tally i'll, on the fact that many cases are of @ preventive type, that early treatment properly adminis- tered effects permanent cure, that neglect adds to the ranks of victims and aggravates the social and ecoti- omic aspects of the general picture. It is being pointed out also that many cases of juvenile delinquency here may be characterized as mem tal cases, cases in which expert care might be playing Q successful part in correcting.
 Series of Meetings
 Members of the Waterbury society have met in various homes during the past few weeks to discuss plans of campaigning. The series of edu- cational talks will be climaxed Jan- uary 26th when an old-fashioned town meeting is held in the Water bury Medical Associations building on Central avenue. Judges T. E Conway and Edward Mascolo, Emil Hummel and Miss Kathleen Crow ley, probation officers, will be the principal speakers.
 The officers of the society include Miss Marion Hunt, president; Dr. Joseph Hetzel, vice-president; Mrs.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-01-21
L. o. O. M.

An organizatin meeting of the L. o. o. M. degree team was held last night in Moose hall. At this time a charter and bylaws to govern the team were drawn up, and permanent officers were elected.
 The officers elected were as follows: Drill Master, Harold Fitzgerald; chairman, Kenneth Mckay; secretary, Henry Carisio; treasurer, Leonard Gaffney: grievance committee, Louis Rein; Vital Cyr and Joseph Beck.
 The next regular meeting and drill will be held in Moose hall Tuesday evening, Jan. 24th at 2 p. m. All members of the team are requested to attend.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-01-21
STRIKE REMAINS UNCHANGED HERE
Negotiations Continue for Statewide Contract for
 Truck Drivers

No developments were reported to- day in the strike of 75 Waterbury produce workers, which neared com pletion of its second week of dura- ton.
 Rudolph M. Tata, business agent of the local Truck Drivers and Help CTS union is making plans for a con- ference of produce dealers in New Haven, Bridgeport, Hartford and Waterbury to secure Q contract governing wages and hours.
 Attorney William J. Larkin, coun- sel for the local dealers said that he had not heard of the move. Tata in- dicated that dealers in the other cities are ready and willing to sign such a contract. He also indicated that wages in the state contract would be higher than those asked locally, but pointed out that con- tracts signed by two of the local produce dealers would stand despite any higher wages obtained through state contract.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-01-21
Zindah Grotto

Several hundred persons at- tended Mystery Night, presented last night by the zindah Grotto patrol at Temple hall. Ira Will Hams, president of the New Haven Magicians' society, guest of honor, performed several tricks. The fea- ture of the program was LeRoi, international magician.
 Clarence Slater was master of ceremonies. The welcome was given by Adam w. Jentoch, Carl ton Hultburg offered a violin solo, and Joyce Andrea danced. Others who appeared on the program were Jimmie B ,ckett, Harry Da- wis, Bill Williston, Wynn Boyar and Silent" Maurice.
 Mir. Jentoch was director of the stage personnel, assisted by Mar jus A. Claude, Joseph Plutzik and William Scheld. On the committee were MT. Slater, Earl Samson. Nelson Normand, Elmer Main, Harold Manville and Alex Collins. The ticket committee consisted of Edward Hermonot, Leo Neikerk. Jack Crabtree. Peter Wilkins, Ed- ward How'd, Herman Brown. John Stevens. Ralph Carpenter. Andrew
 Finley. Lewis Packer. Hans Fietse and David Johnston.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-01-21
Lady Foresters

Mrs. Nora Doyle was installed as commander of Pine Rock Cir cle, Lady Foresters, last night in Mechanics hall. Others installed were: sub-commander, Mrs. Eli- zabeth Peters; financial secretary, Mrs. Sarah Lynch: treasurer, Mrs. Mary McNamara; recording sec- retary. Mrs. Catherine Marinan; right guide, Mrs. Katherine Der mody; left guide, Mrs. Margaret Candy; inside guard, Mrs. Cath erine Dunn; outside guard, Mrs. Hattie Tracy: pianist, Mrs. Lydia Ayotte: lecturer, Mrs. Margaret Kennedy; trustee, Mrs. Katherine Loy; physician, pr. Ernest II. Johnston.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-01-21
NAVY TRAVELOCUE
 FILMS AVAILABLE
Sound Motion Picture Equipment Offered Free
 to Waterbury Groups

John W. McGibbon, Chief Elec- trician's Mate, U. s. Navy, and Michael Swata, Quartermaster First Class, U. S. Navy, local recruiters for the Navy at Waterbury and surrounding communities, announce that Sound Motion Picture equip- ment will be available at the Wa terbury office of the U. s. Recruit ing service during the month of February.
 Any organization desiring to see these films, which include travel ogues of foreign countries and various aspects of naval environ ment, both on land and at sea, can do so by a personal call at Room POS Post Office building, or by writing to the same address.
 Among the travelogues Is one en- titled Gateway to the Pacific" with views of Balboa and Panama City, and actual construction scenes of the canal taken about 25 years ago.
 The extensive list of travelogues available follows: Paths in Pales- tine" An Egyptian Adventure, " Down to Dalmatia, ""Cario to Cape- town" With the Yangtze Patrol" Rowing the Mediterranean" with the Asiatic Fleet" "On the Far Eastern Station," "Peiping Land of Khan" Crossroads of the Pacific" and Gateway to the Pacific"
 Other films with detailed des- criptions of Navy life are:
 High Speed" "The Gray Ar mada," "Fleet Ho!" "sprinkles of Salt" Submarine Service" Sports of Sailormen," "Sky Fleets of the Navy" Making Man-O'-Warsmen," :" Battle Maneuvers," Lets Join the Navy" Making Craftsmen" "Nep- tunes Realm" Modern Man-O'- Warsmen," and Navy Wings of Gold"
 It is urged that. because of the demand for the equipment, all or ganizations interested communicate with the Recruiting office so that suitable arrangements can be made for @ date of showing.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-01-21

The last resolution presented ir the house yesterday called for the naming of Representative Daniel Mahaney of Waterbury as county commissioner for New Haven Coun- ty. The measure was introduced by Representative Cornelius V. Dris- coll, of Montville.
 Overdue Rent
 Representative Mahaney submit ted two bills just before the dead line. One would enable landlords to secure attachments on wages o, CT $l5 a week, for overdue rent. The other would eliminate extra charges for installation Of handset telephones or extension telephones.
 Senator George T. Culhane led the Waterbury legislators in number of bills introduced, presenting 21 on a single legislative day. Some of his measures are of statewide impor- tance, and others would affect the city charter and city government.
 Senator Edward P. Egan intro- duced legislation affecting estates in probate and various other mea- sures. He also presented, in blank form, an amendment to the city charter.
 Rep. Mahaney introduced num- Der of bills. covering a wide field of subjects. Some of them call for a five cent bus fare, city charter changes, veterans benefits and local highways.
 Merit Plan
 Most of Rep. Hugo Guastaferri's bills had to do with the practice of law. He also presented the proposed city manager and merit system plans.
 More than a dozen bills aimed at the Democratic city administration were filed by Senator J. Howard Roberts of Thomaston. The mea- sures were prepared by Republican Town Chairman J. Warren Upson.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-01-21

ease, providing competent care in incipient cases, particularly in which children are the unfortunate vic- tins and aiding the community to combat the problem of juvenile de- 1inquency.
 Cooperation
 Welfare and social agencies, church and school authorities, po- lice officials and probation officers are cooperating with the society in facing @ situation that demands expert attention lest the city and state are to be burdened with heavy expenses and taxes in providing ad- ditional institutions for the care of persons mentally i'll, If not eventual victims of insanity.
 With limited funds the society has carried on n.agnificently for @ nuinber of years, but there Is yet considerable work to be accomplish ed f the number of serious cases is to Do checked or reduced appre- ciahay.
 The organization opens Q cam- paign for $5,000. The appeal to the public will climax a series of edu-
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-01-21
JURY LITIGATION
 LOOMS NEXT WEEK
Press of Criminal Busi- ness This Week Forced
 POstpOnement

Belief that civil jury litigation might finally be reached for trial in the superior court next week was expressed yesterday by Judge Frank F. McEvoy as he assigned numerous actions on the docket.
 Several were to have been heard this week, but were postponed be- cause of the press of criminal busi- ness.
 Judge McEvoy stated yesterday that next week should present fine opportunity for the hearing of civil jury matters, and expressed the willingness to cooperate with coun- sel in all matters pertaining thereto.
 He even said that he would be willing to hear jury matters on Fri day. The new jury which reported for the first time this week heard only 6 portion of a criminal matter. The case was withdrawn from the jury when the accused changed his plea from not guilty to guilty.
 The jury will report again Tues- day for the start of another crim- inal jury trial.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-01-21
Foreclosure Judgments

Five foreclosure judgments were entered in the court of common pleas yesterday. as follows:
 HOLC against Annie Tedesco, debt, Ss,011.Si, law day March 1, 1889.
 Waterbury Trust company against Anthony D. Bosco and others, debt, S3,579.S5, law day, May 13, 1889. { City of Waterbury against Har- leigh S. Hill, debt, s4s9.59, law day, March l9, 1889. HOLC against Angelo Posse mato, debt. s4,39l.94, law day, No. vember 1, 1889.
 City Of Waterbury against James Minicucci, debt s740.93, law day March !, 1889.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-01-21
How Women
 in Their 4O's Can Attract Men

Here's good advice for woman during her change lusually from 38 to 52), who fears she'll lose her appeal to men. who worries about hot flashes. loss of pep, dizzy spells. upset nerves and moody spells.
 Just get more fresh air, hrs. sleep and # you need eelia bie "WOMAN'S'' tonic take Lydis D. Pinkham's Vegetable Compound. made sspseiallb fos eomsn. It helps Nature bupd up physical resistance. thus helps give ing ilttery nerves and those distuFhing symps soms that often accompany change of life.
 Pinkham is WELL WORTH trying.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-01-21
OPEN OVERTURES
 TO END STRIKE
Gasoline Dealers to Hold Conference Tomorrow
 to Settle Difficulty

Representatives of all gasoline companies, and operators of local independent stations will meet to- morrow morning at 10 o'clock at the station of Edward Lane. president of the Waterbury Retail Dealers association, West Main and Meadow streets, to stipulate the elimination of the current gasoline price war.
 MT. aLne expressed added to con- fidence today that an agreement could be reached, citing that all companies and dealers. with the ex- ception of one. had agreed to re- store normal prices. The single company operates five stations here.
 Prices which now prevail, 12 1-2, 13 l-2 and IS 1-2 are expected to be restored to their normals of IA, IT and 19 by Monday.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-01-21
Lady McAlpine Lodge

Scotch food and Scotch songs were the features at a Scottish entertainment last night in Lord Kitchener Post hall after Q meet ing of Lady McAlpine Lodge, Daughters of Scotia. Mrs. Agnes Porter presided.
 Vocal selections were given by Mrs. George German, Mrs. James Wilson, Mrs. Jack Marshall and Mrs. James Gardner, Mrs. Porter led in group singing. The next meeting will be held February 10 in Mechanics hall. All mem- bers have been urged to attend.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-01-21
A. O. H.

A meeting of Monsignor Slo- cum Branch, A. o. H., will be held Sunday morning at Il o'clock in Hibernian Hall. President Timothy Quane, who was installed last Sunday will preside. Com mittees will be appointed to carry on plans for a selective member ship campaign in Waterbury. A number of applications have already been filed, starting the society to splendid commence ment of the New Year. A sub- stantial increase is expected dur Ing the coming campaign.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-01-21
FRATERNAL
 NEWS
Hawthorne Lodge

The Sons and Daughters of St. George will meet tomorrow eve- ming at the corner of Holmes ave- nue and West Main street at 7:l5 o'clock and march in 0 body to the Second Congregational church forum to hear Sir Arthur Welert, distinguished diplomat and authority on international affairs.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-01-21
Crowded Institutions Attest to Need of Mental Hygiene
GO. P. Bills Affect
 City Of Waterbury
Upson Sponsors Measures Directed at Administra'
 ton; Lively Hearings Loom -Mahaney Named

Several "Waterbury days" will be needed in the Gen. eral Assembly, judging from the flood of measures affect ing this city which were submitted in the state Senate and House before the deadne for legislation yester day afternoon. Bills proposing new city charter, those which will be considered by legislative committees at hearings during the next several months.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-01-21

V With state institutions at Mid- dletown, Norwich and Newtown crowded and millions of dollars be- ing expended by federal agencies in furthering a Connecticut-sponsored program for added facilities the Waterbury Mental Hygiene society takes the public spotlight today in e campaign that deserves the se- rious consideration and generous support of every citizen.
 The society is seeking funds to continue its commendable program of actiyities-fighting mental dis-
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-01-21
700 ATTEND HOLY
 NAME CARD PARTY

A capacity audience of TOO persons attended the card party in the base ment of the Church of the Immacu- late Conception last night, held un- der the auspices of the church Holy Name society.
 The committee in charge were of- ficers of the society, consisting of John Foley, Jack Healey and Francis Ashe.
 On the ticket committee were Maurice Mccarthy, Thomas Land- ,isky, Villain Peters, Edward ORourke, Roger Walsh and Edward O'Reilly, Jr.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-01-21
President

Rowley w. Phillips, secretary; Mrs. Barry Morgan, assistant secretary; Richard Hunt, treasurer.
 Mrs. Mark Sperry, Jr,, is chair man of the finance committee, which is hopeful that Waterburians will appreciate the seriousness of the local situation and will do their share in raising the $5,000 desired to continue the splendid work so well done in the past, work that is of importance to Waterbury and Waterburians.
 MT. Hunt will receive contribu- tions 50 that Waterburians, partic- ularly young Waterburians. will have the services @ psychiatrist and others well qualified in treating mental cases or playing their part in preventing cases from reaching a serious stage.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-01-21
Bouquets Given Local Police
 For Services

Bouquets are tossed to the police department by three local orgar- izations today. The donors are the Waterbury Chamber of Com merce, the Merchants Bureau and the Waterbury Citizens Traf- flc Safety committee. The police plaudits are for their work during their holiday season, the success of their efforts to eliminate fraud during 1888, and their work In the field of accident prevention.
 The bouquets are all in the form of letters to Police Superin- tendent William J. Roach. The letters are as follows:
 Traffic
 Dear Superintendent:
 Your close cooperation with the Waterbury Citizens Traffic Safety committee, amplified by your as- sociates, during the past year, has made Waterbury more safe.
 We of the committee, and am confident the public generally, are grateful for the departments everlasting keeping before the public, by story and officers acc ton, the need of precaution.
 How many lives have been saved-how many accidents, pre- vented, we do not know. Suffice that Waterbury's record is excel- lent and our death list material ly reduced. This Is e magnificent compliment.
 We are looking forward to even 6 better record during 1899.
 To you and your associates, ap- preciations.
 Sincerely.
 JOHN BUREAU, Chairman "a tnxla,s.sR FYSs.a NQa
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-01-21
Publicity

Guest speakers for the annual St. Patrick's day banquet and din- ner-dance of the Irish- American Social club will be selected at a special meeting of the banquet committee following & regular or ganization meeting next Friday night at 8 o'clock in Canadian Legion hall.
 The celebration will be held March IS in the Elton, at 8 p. m. Numerous celebrities are planning to attend.
 The committee in charge in- cludes: General chairman, pr. John F Freney; banquet commit
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-01-21
ENGINEERS AWAIT
 PARK CITY DANCE

Waterbury chapter, National As- sociation of Power Engineers, has accepted invitations to attend state meeting Feb. IA In New Haven and an engineers dinner dance Feb. le in Bridgeport.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-01-21
General Chairman

tee, toastmaster, Dr. Freney; George T. Ryan, Jeremiah McCor- mack, William Walsh, Edward Fox, Edmund Burke, Roger Connor, Matthew Kane, Maurice Wrenn, Thomas Healy and John Bowler.
 Publicity, Mortimer J. Calvin, Jr., Harold Boyce, Robert Cough lin, Joseph Devery and John F. Larner.
 Dance and entertainment, Will fam Doyle, Michael Goggins, Mich ael Fitzmaurice, Patrick McKenna, Joseph Stack and Robert Stack.
 Tickets, William Fitzell, David Kelly, Mortimer J. Calvin, Jr.,
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-01-21
BEAVER TRAPPERs LICENSED

Houlton, Me.-CUPl-Beaver pei, prices are under par here. The dam builders are so plentiful in Aroos- took county that Game Warden Irving L. Smith has licensed 8 trappers in Ludlow, New LimericL and Houlton.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-01-21
Banquet

Banquet Thomas Healy, Michael Lynch, John Lynch, Timothy Costello, Martin Holleran, Robert Connor, James Garvey, Thomas O'Brien, Michael D'Donnell, John J Keat- ing, Michael Doyle, Daniel Shea, John Griffin, James McDonough, John Holihan, Thomas Calvin, c. J. Daley, William Sullivan, John Sullivan, Patrick Courtney, John Holihan.
 Reception, John J. Bergin, Jr. Michael Lynch, Harold Boyce, William Fitzell, William Boqle, George T. Ryan, William K. Law Tor, John Whalen.