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The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-04-05
TAXING AGENCIES
 BANE OF CITIZENS
355 Governmental Offices in Connecticut Author-
 ized to Levy Taxes

Glenbrook, April Connecticut has more taxing agencies within its borders than 1t has hospitals and libraries combined, the National Consumers Tax Commission report ed in survey today.
 "A public administration service study showed total of 355 govern mental agencies in Connecticut with the power to levy or spend tax and assessment money" the NCTC, tax study organization opposing "con- sumer-penalizing taxes" declared in the report.
 "The Connecticut total includes counties, incorporated places and others. With so many agencies look ing for revenue, in addition to fed- eral and state governments, there is bound to be overlapping and pyra- miding of taxes.
 While taxes of all types-local, state and national-now are equal to nearly 25 per cent of the national income, almost two-thirds of the total tax burden is paid indirectly by the nations consumers through hid den taxes buried in the cost of even the necessities of life"
 The study, made at NCTC head quarters in Chicago, showed that Connecticut has a combined total oi PTS hospitals and libraries in com parison with its taxing unit total oi 355.
 The commission is waging an edu- cationaI crusade to inform the pub
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-04-05
THOSE HATS! Milady's Easter Bon- nets Subject of WPA Costume
 Art Class.

Ladies, the new spring hats are here, those perky little affairs that barely cover the top of your head, and show practically all your hair! Which, of course, bring up the question (Which of the new spring hair styles shall we choose; up all around, up in front and down in back, or the new short French curls all over the head?" To make 1t easy for everyone, the costume art class of the adult education program, will present on Thurs day evening at ' o'clock, Rose E. O'Neil, expert.
 Miss O'Neil will present four dif- ferent interpretations of the latest French and American designs on models from the Academy and Walden Trimble's costume class. The new three-inch hair length, advocated by Paris, with styling in curls to suit the face shape, will be shown and discussed by Miss o. Neil in her talk. Miss O'Neil has just returned from Florida, where she studied some of the latest French hairdress designs, as worn during the Miami and Pal Beach seasons.
 The lecture and demonstration tomorrow night will replace the regular fashion showings and cor rective costume work, which will be resumed after the Easter sea- son,
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-04-05
COMRADES HONOR
 LATE EPATROLMAN


 The funeral of Patrolnan Peter Berry will take place tomorrow morning at 9:15 o'clock from his home, 31 Rose street, to the church of the Sacred Heart, where services will be held at 10 o'clock. Burial will be in Calvary cemetery.
 A solemn high mass for the repose of his soul will be celebrated Mon- day morning at g o'clock at the church.
 Lieut.. James Mulville will com mand the honor guard at the fu- neral, according to orders issued by Police Supt. William J. Roach last night. The detail will include Patrolmen Edward Dunn, Dennis Lynch, John Carmody, Patrick Crit fin, Domenic Verrastro, Albert Lacey, Daniel O,Neill and Joseph Phelan. Patrolmen Walter Overton, Michael Carroll and Charles Harris will make up the color guard. Bearers will be Patrolmen Terrence Lynch. John Moore, James Moore, Michael Kava- naugh, William Haggerty and Thomas Grady.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-04-05
ORGANIZER, TRUCK
 DRIVER BATTLE

Meriden, Conn, April 5.-(UP).- A labor organizer and truck driv- CT were held on breach of peace and assault charges today as result of a fist fight and the stoning of a truck used by the Bradley & Hub bard Manufacturing O., where a strike was called March 30.
 Arrested were Martin J. Walsh, 34, Worcester, Mass, CIO agent in charge of the strike, and John Zel- lick.
 zellick, police said, drove his truck into the company yards late yester- day and was challenged by Walsh. In an ensuing fight zellick's lip was cut.
 Last night the truck owned by William Meehan, was stoned as 1t stood in front of Meehan's house.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-04-05

Tentative plans for exemplifica- ton of the First and Second De- grees of the order were laid last night. Next Tuesday evening there will be special meetings of both the membership and entertain ment committees of the council to which all club members are cor dially invited.
 It is believed that the First De- gree will be exemplified on Tues day, May 2, to be followed by the Second Degree on Tuesday, May 16. It is hoped to include the Wa terbury candidates among those who will have the Major Degree conferred upon them at the an- nual convention of the state coun- Gil, to be held this year at Dan- bury, May 21 and 9.
 The entertainment committee is making plans for several features, notable among them spring dance.
 The annual Communion Break fast of the council will be held the first or third Sunday in May, it was announced by Deputy Grand Knight Charles Mcdonald, chair man of the committee in charge. Complete arrangements will be announced in two weeks.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-04-05
HEAVY TOURIST TRAFFIC LIKELY
New England to Share Patronage of Two
 Worlds Fairs

Thousands of visitors to the fairs at New York and at San Francisco will move through New England this spring, summer and fall as the re- suit of successful efforts of the New England railroads to make the re- gently announced grand circle tours to both fairs apply through New England, 1t was announced last night by Frank Van Ummerson, chairman of the New England Pas senger association.
 In addition to the unusually low "grand-circle" fares which are avail able from all parts of the country Chairman Van Ummerson announc- ed, special low fares from the mid west areas about Chicago and St Louis have been made to apply into New England, offering diverse routes in the territory and including stop over in New England and at New York for the Worlds Fair.
 Specifically, Chairman Van Um- merson's statement read: This means that pur' hasers of the $9O each or $135 Pullman so-called Grand Circle tours which include transportation to ando from both fairs, will, as a result of our eff forts now be able to include visit to New England in their trips at no additional cost.
 "For instace, passenger buying Grand Circle tour in New Or leans instead of moving direct to New York and then back over a direct or a southern route to the fair at San Francisco will now be able to come into New England, with stop-overs as he choses and then proceed on to San Francisco and home. The fact that the 'Grand- Circle tours allow passenger 60 days in which to complete the trip tio the two fairs, will, we believe, result in many visitors spending a coniderable amount of 'stop-over' time at New England resorts and in visiting our larger cities"
 Jan Ummerson's statement went on to state that i've also believe thousands of additional visitors will be attracted to,and will visit in New England during the New York fair as the result of our efforts in securing the 'vio New Englan' diverse routes for tourists from St. Louis, Chicago, and the South and West who intend to visit the New York Worlds fair only.
 The roads which conducted the campaign, Chairman Van Ummer- sons statement read, and which will have the special tours this sum- mer include the Bangor & Aroo- stock, Boston & Albany, Boston and Maine, Canadian National, Cana dian Pacific, Central Vermont Grand Trunfl, Maine Central, New York, New Haven & Hartford, and the Rutland.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-04-05
NATHAN MANN TO
 SHOW HERE SOON
Heavyweight Fighter to Referee Bouts at St.
 Lucy's Smoker

Arrangements for the first smoker ever to be given by the St. Lucy Holy Name society are rapidly rear ing completion. The date has been set for Monday, April 10.
 Freddy Hall, that popular master of wit and comedy, will officiate as master of ceremonies. Among the nights entertainment will be bouts featuring two of this city's ablest boxers, Dick Turcotte and Tommy Ciarlo. Nathan Mann, will known boxer and at one time the oppo- nent of Joe Louis for the worlds heavyweight crown, will referee the evenings card.
 Joe Summa is chairman of the arrangements committee. Assisting him are:
 Father McVerry, Henry Minicucci, Michael Manfredi, William Gior- dona, Nicholas Nardiello, John Festa, Anthony spagnola and Louis Russo.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-04-05
Behind The Lines
American Legion

Corporal Coyle post will act as host to representatives of various veterans organizations at it's first annual dinner dance to be held at The Elton early in May. A com fnittee headed by Senior Vice commander J. Peter Costigan and past Commander Newton w. AL exander is making the necessary arrangements for the event.
 The approval of the post was voted last evening at the regular monthly meeting. Plans for pub lie initiation ceremony were dis cussed following a report from Chairman Fenton Niver. The event is scheduled for Tuesday evening, April 18th, in Columbus nall.
 Following the meeting members and guests of the post witnessed motion pictures of the recent na- tional American Legion convention parade in Los Angeles. Refresh ments were served.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-04-05
By ELMER Q. WALZER

New York, April 5.-UP)-Stocks opened irregularly lower today in moderate turnover. Bonds frmed while cotton futures were steady.
 A moderate amount of margin selling prevented extension of the recovery in progress when the stock market closed yesterday.
 London opened easier, but firmer tone developed later with interna- tional issues improving.
 A long list of issues here. lost fractions to a point at the opening exceptions included U. s. Steel which appeared at 50 1-s up 1-8 on 2,5O0 shares, the largest initial block; General Electric fl 1-4 up 1-S; Anaconda A up Ia and Stan- dard Of New Jersey 45 3-4 up 1-4.
 Heaviest losers at the opening included Westinghouse Electric at 89 3-4 of 3-4; Mack Trucks 21 off 1 1-8; Pullman 25 Ia oil 1: Sears
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-04-05

Cosgriff, Chris. Delaney, Patrick Lyons, James Yackel, Chris Crane, Ed. Sutton,
 F. Caruso, Matt Moran, John Di- Vito, Frank Delaney, Bill Dzinsky Nipple Atkinson, Paul Reed, J. Her rick, Charles O'Connell, Bill Over ton, Harry Melvin, Joseph Samoska, Thomas Purcell,
 George Schooch, H. Hubbell, Paul Doran, Jack Garrity, John Stokes, John Lipke, E. Francis, T. Delaney, F. Mangini, Bud Brodeur, Bill Clas- by, John Luddy, John Collins, Dan Kerwin,
 Packy Shea, Chris Fitzgibbons, N. DiNicola, Pat Hobart, Bernie OHara Cy. ODonnell, M. Shapiro, Joe Cass. H. Bergin, L. O'Neill, Ray Parker, T. Kearney, L. Ayotte, J. Ryeal, c. Dunn, c. Lawson, J. Kelly, T. Costello, J. Gilhooley, John Shea, H. Conklin, Asa Burr, J. John son, George Perigard, M. Scott, Czio Ciarletti, H. Deeley, P. Fox.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-04-05
NEUTRALITY LAW
 HEARINGS OPEN.
Senate Foreign Relations Committee to Hear Henry
 L. StimsOn
BY ALLEN c. DTBBLE

] United Press Stan Correspondent
 Washington, April 5.-(UP) .-The senate foreign relations committee opens hearings today on proposals for revision or repeal of the neu- trality law. Henry L. Stimson, sec- retary of state in President Hoover's cabinet and supporter of Presi- dent Roosevelt's foreign policy, will be the first witness.
 Committee Chairman Key Pitt man, Democrat, Nevada, expected hearings to develop a policy for this country,s guidance in event of ma jor war abroad.
 Seven proposals, ranging from mandatory neutrality law to one giving the president more latitude, are pending in the senate. ] Controversy over the presidents foreign policy, especially his CO., operation with European democ- racies. almost certainly will be pre- cipitated.
 Congress Divided
 Congress was divided on the ques- tion of neutrality as the hearings began-one day before the 22nd an- niversary of United States entrance into the World war. The strict neu- trality bloc is headed by Senators Bennett O. Clark, Democrat, Miss ouri, and Gerald p. Nye, Republican, North Dakota, and that policy will be championed in the committee by two veterans members of the fight against ratification of the Versailles treaty-Eenators William E. Borah, Republican, Idaho, and Hiram w. Johnson, Republican, California.
 Pittman hoped the hearings would be expedited to give congrses a chance to consider and pass upon the "cash-and-carry" provisions of the present law before they expire May l.
 One of the proposals to be con- sidered was introduced by Pullman. It would authorize either the presi- dent or congress to declare a state of war existent and to name the participants. Only the president has that authority now.
 Could Buy With Cash
 ~ WOuAu dAOW dAly &ldelOI4 O Uuy materials of war or other goods in this country provided they pad cash and shipped them in their ow nves- sells. Opponents contend that that provision would aid nations like Great Britain which have large navieS.
 Pittman's law would prohibit ex- ports to belligerents on American vessels or.of goods on which Ameri- cans hold title, and forbid travel by Americans on belligerent ships or in zones of combat defined by presi- dential order.
 In a radio address last night Nye denounced such :. plan as a policy that would lead to war because 1t was intended to aid the democracies -"England and France especially" He urged that we "fortify America against being drawn into other peo- ples' wars."
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-04-05
CONN. YOUNG COP.
 HAVING BATTLE

Bridgeport, Conn, April 5-CUP) A three-cornered race loomed to- day for the presidency of the Con- necticut Young Republicans at u annual convention here April 14-16.
 Local delegates started a boom for W. Forrest Davenport, Fairfield, to succeed James Lowell. Canton, who is not seeking reelection. Lowell is executive secretary to Gov. Baldwin.
 Others in the contest were George L. Benedict, Jr., Winsted, and Rich ard L. Belden, West Hartford.
 Officers will be chosen at the April 15 session and will be install ed the following day. Convention speakers include Gov. Baldwin, U. s. Senator John A. Danaher; Ma tional Committeeman Samuel J. Pryor, Jr., Greenwich, and J. Ken meth Bradley, Westport, former na- tional president.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-04-05
DeBisschop Has Praise For Local
 Firenen's s Efforts

High praise for the work of the Waterbury police and fire departments was given before the cities and boroughs com mittee of the legislature at Hartford, yesterday afternoon by Charles J. DeBisschop. Speaking i'm favor of a widows pension bill for the two depart ments, MT. DeBisschop said po- Iicemen and firemen had done excellent work in the investiga- tion of the disappearance of fOur-year old Jackie Grady.
 Policemen and firemen, he told the committee, i'm many instances worked long overtime hours during the search and many volunteered their services during their off-duty periods.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-04-05
TIME LIMIT ON GUEST SPEAKERS
Young G. 0. P. to Hear Dis tinguished Associates,
 10 Minutes Each

Bridgeport April 5-An imposing array of "ten-minute" speakers was announced today by James B. Lowell, state president, for the an- nual convention of Connecticut Young Republicans to be held at tn Startfield Hotel here on April IA, IS and 16.
 Congressmen Albert E. Austin, William Miller, Thomas R. Ball and B. J. Monkiewicz have joined Governor Raymond E. Baldwin, United States Senator John A. Danaher and National Committee man Samuel P. Pryor, Jr., as the organizations guests of honor. &C., rording to letters of acceptance re- ceived by Lowell.
 "It will mark the first time in the history of Connecticut Young Republicans" said Lowell, That we have had the pleasure of being able to invite a Governor, a United States Senator and three Congress- men. Their acceptance of our in- vitation should go long way to- ward making this convention the most successful in or history"
 All guests win speak ten minutes each, according to the Committees jlans. This will mean that the en- tire speaking program will be out of he way in slightly more than one hour, leaving the remainder of the evening available for dancing and social hour.
 The speakers will be heard follow ing the banquet to be held on Sat- urday, April 15.
 Delegates to the convention, num- bering 300 from all towns in the State, have already been chosen by local organizations. It is ex- pected that more than 800 will at end the convention.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-04-05
LETTER CARRIER
 RENDERED PARTY
John P. Flaherty's Testi- monial Attended By
 Over 100 Friends

John Patrick Flaherty, popular letter carrier, was honored with an elaborate testimonial dinner last Saturday night at Harmon's Grill. George Casey was toastmaster. Over 100 persons were present.
 Local and out-of-town speakers included the following: Assistant Superintendent of Mails William Nichols; Foreman of Carriers Frank J. Reed; Foreman of Clerks John Quilter; John Garrity, Harry Mel win, Daniel Walsh, Joseph Flaherty, Chris Delaney, John Carolan, and Edward Hanley of Naugatuck. Speakers form South Norwalk were George Schoock, third trustee of the Connecticut NACL and H. Hubbell.
 A list of well known entertainers included James Farren, pianist; Will liam Clasby and Eddie Keenan, so- loists; and the Kansas City Four quartette.
 Maurice F.. Fitzgerald was gen. eral chairman of the arrangements committee, assisted by Paul Garrity, Joseph Brophy, Peter Carroll and Patrick Slattery.
 Among those present were: Joseph Nash, John Wall, Leo Fox, Joseph Brophy, J. Jakabauskas, Thomas Walsh, James Lee, Joseph Phelan. Ed. Hanley. J. Denehey. John Daley, John Keefe. Joseph Palmer, Charles Morrissey, James Sheehan, Ed. Ker- ins.
 Frank Mulcunry, Patrick Quilter, John Quilter, Patrick Slattery, Thomas Corden, Joseph Pendy, John Cosgriff. Frank Leary, George Sul- livan, M. Mclaughlin, Frank Pendy,
 Harry Cashin, J. DeVito, J. Grillo, Dan Walsh, Neil Callahan, William Ghent, Thomas Derwin, Frank Reed Kenneth Strathern, Edward Shea. Bob Conway, J. Flaherty,
 Joseph Smith, William Nichols, c. Vendetti, Charles Platt, Ed. Faulk, Ray Shugrue, Patrick Shugrue, B. Shelley, Mark Antonio, James Grif- fin, H. Carolan, Wm. Geigle, J. Mar roney, B. Leary, P. Brown, John Hannon, Ed Keenan, James Nestor, John Carolan, Joseph Carolan, Earl Colson, N. Adducci, J. Moran, T.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-04-05
ELK STATISTICAL
 STUDY COMPLETED
More Than Half of 5OO,O0O B. P. 0. E. Members Have
 Own Businesses

A revealing picture of an organi- zation that for Il years has been vital force in hundreds of com munities throughout the nation was drawn today in the first statistical study ever made of the Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks. The survey, prepared by Dr. Daniel Starch, research consultant, for the Elks Magazine, reveals that more than half of the nations 500,- 900 Elks own their own businesses and more than 40% have annual incomes exceeding 5000.
 In pointing out that 51.1% of the members of the Order own their own businesses, Dr. Starch said that 49,855 doctors, dentists and lawyers are active in the affairs of the Elks.
 The membership of the Order is predominately married, the survey revealed, only 15.5%o being single. The 84.5% married Elks have an average of ITO children per family 60H5 of all Elks own their own homes; 88% have telephones; over 84% automobiles, of which 83% were bought new.
 Fishing, hunting, swimming bridge and golf are the favorite di- versions of Elks. The extent of the present populaity of photography in America is reflected in the fact that over 249o of the Elks regularly take photographs.
 More than 48% of the Elks have visited Canada, and 14.7% have travelled to Europe. California had slight edge over New England and Florida as vacationing spots, for 27% of the Elks had visited the West Coast, as against 26% for the other tourist centers. 55% of the members take summer vacation trips and 16% take winter vacation trips.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-04-05
D. A. V.

Invitations to attend the Yankee division banquet at the Elton April IS, and 8 testimonial din- ner in honor of Anna Honas, de- partment auxiliary commander, at the Actors colony near Derby. April g, were accepted. by the Waterbury chapter, DAv, last night.
 The chapter also voted $5 in the Jackie Grady reward fund and s to the Lions club crippled children fund. Comdr. David P. Barry pre- sided.
 Frank Kline, rehabilitation of-
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-04-05
New York Bank Stocks
 Reach New 1889 High
Weighted Average of Seventeen Leaders Shows Gain
 of Per Cent for Month of March

New York, April 5-New York City bank stocks reached a new high for 1889 during March, according to financial reports.
 Weighted average of seventeen leading issues rose to 1928 during the trading session on March 10th. This compared with the previous 1889 high of 46.01 at the end of February, gain of 5 per cent.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-04-05
Y. M. C. A. NOTES

The social committee, planning the pre-Easter dance, held a meet ing at the Y. M. c. A. last night This is combination social af- fair of the Hi-Y, Girls, and Young Mems Inter-Club Councils. The program will be especially appropri- ate for the occasion. The commit tee is as follows: Michael Delpo, chairman, Joe Blansfield, Michael Calo, John Guida, Robert Shum- way, George Fehrs, Mildred Galiada, Mary Barry, Georgiana M. Stevens.
 John F. Robinson will deliver a Lenten message at the weekly lobby sing at Central Y. M. c. A. tonight. The sing will be conducted by Louis Chieffo, assisted by Carl Copeland at the piano.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-04-05
Euclid Lodge

Visiting officers participated in an complication of the appren- tice degree at a meeting of Euclid lodge of Masons in Masonic tenn pie last night. The visitors were District deputy Frank M. Jeffrey of Torrington and suite.
 Worshipful Master Arnold w. Wenzel presided. A dinner was served in the banquet hall pre- ceding the ceremony.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-04-05

lie about the taxes it is paying and to combat, through local study groups in 4,000 communities, "all taxes that unnecessarily burden the consumer" according to Mrs. Ken- meth c. Frazier, president. Groups in more than 50 Connecticut cities and towns are headed by Mrs. Charles Templeton, of Waterbury, national committee member, and Miss Emily Louise Pluniley. of Glenbrook. state director.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-04-05
Villa Maria

Villa Maria lodge made ar- arrangements for May dance at a meeting Monday night at which Miss Cecile Rochon presided.
 Two delegates were appointed to attend the convention of the F'ranco-American union of Con- necticut in Bridgeport this month. They are Mrs. John LaVallee and Mrs. Isadore Houle. The local sec- retary, Miss Jeanette Franchette, will be assistant secretary of the convention.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-04-05

Litchfield, April 5. = Cases of Edward Taylor, 29, and George Carter, B, of Waterbury, charged with counterfeiting and forgery in connection with issuance of frau duIent Torrington Company pay roll checks last May, were con- tinued for arraignment four weeks yesterday at the opening of the criminal superior court session, Judge Kenneth Wynne presiding.
 Herbert Anderson, "A, of Wa terbury, charged with breaking and entering, pleaded guilty and sem fenced was deferred.
 Clarence Lovejoy, 40, of Water bury, charged with three other men with statutory counts involv- ing a minor Washington girl, was placed on probation for six months.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-04-05
FraterndL Neus
Sheridan Council

Charles J. Ramon, Past Grand Knight of Sheridan Council, 24, Knights of Columbus and promi- nent in its activities for some years past, was elected treasurer to fill out the unexpired term of the late James Burnes at a meeting held last night in the Columbus club, 79 North Main street.
 MT. Bannon will serve until July l, when officers elected at the an- nual meeting in June will be in- stalled.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-04-05
N. Y. Bank E Trust Stocks
 The R. '. 0risgs Co
: ARMY ORDERS

Sergt. Henry Wagner, Jr., son of MT. and Mrs. Henry Wagner of Grove street, has been transferred from Fort Devens to the national guard at Worcester. Mass.
 Sergt. Wagner is graduate of Crosby high school.