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Evening star., 1940-05-19

before the others his analysis Of the
situation. Henrietta nodded her
blond head, blue eyes big with excit-
ment. What he said seemed to her
q reasonable explanation, up to a
certain point. She put her finger
on the difnculty that had stumped
Rufe.
But what does he want with
Amer" she broke out. He can't
be so crazy about her as all that.
He isn't just reckless boy in love-"
Il don't get It," Jelks admitted.
"She fits in somewhere, though.
That's cinch."
Rush for CaldweIrs.
Kennedy offered an explanation.
Thought you claimed to know that
stiff -necked friend of yores, Rufe,"
he jeered. Lets say Mosely has got
him. But far as getting the letters
goes-no potatoes. For Red won't
talk. He would be a fool to tell
where they are, for he will be rub
bed out soon as that devil lays
hands on them. So Russ pulls. one
of his fast slick ones. His idea is
that when Red knows Miss Eliot is
his prisoner he will crash through
with the info wanted. They will
make a bargain. Red will give him
the letters and Miss Eliot will be
returned here right side up with
care"
Again Henrietta's blond head as
sented vigorously. you've got It'll"
she cried. This man Mosely will
get the letters, and then Anne and
Mr.. Silcott will be turned loose"
Neither of the men contradicted
her prediction, though both of them
knew it was not going to be that
way. Miss Eliot would come back,
and Red would never be seen alive
again. The only chance of saving
him was to find out where the Hat
I hole-up was and to get there be-
fore the Gandara letters reached
Mosely. 1t would be race against
time. with all the odds against them.
Wed better get to Homer Cald-
we'll right away" Rufe said to Ken
nedy. Red left the package of let
ters with him." he said. First of,
Mosely will collect them"
Evening star., 1940-05-19
Pilgrimage to Honor
Frederick DouaIuss

The children of the colored divi-
sion of the public schools will honor
the memory of Frederick Douglass
Tuesday at 1870 pm, when they
make their annual pilgrimage to his
home at Cedar Hill. Anacostia, D. c.
The principal speaker will be Mrs.
Julia West Hamilton, and DR.. Gar
net c. Wilkinson, first assistant
superintendent Of schools, will pre-
side.
This activity is sponsored and
conducted annually by the Douglass
Home Memorial Committee, of
which Mrs. Thelma Bryant is chair
man and A. K. Savoy, assistant su-
perintendent of schools. % advisor.
Evening star., 1940-05-19
Commercial Teachers

Miss Alice Wakefield, vocational
counselor at Strayer College, attend
ed an executive board meeting of
the Eastern Commercial Teachers
Association at Boston yesterday,
where plans for the 1941 convention
were formulated.
Representatives from approx
mately 5000 association members
from Is Eastern States and the Dis
trict are expected to attend the
convention, which will be held Easter
week Of ls4l at the Statler Hotel,
Boston.
Evening star., 1940-05-19
A. U. Chancellor to Speak

DR.. Joseph M. M. Gray, chancellor
OF American University, will deliver
q series Of three addresses at the
annual session of the. Northern New
York Conference of. the Methodist
Church in Watertown. N. Y. Thurs.
DAY through Saturday.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-09-03
PURINTON RETURNS FROM HOSTEL TRIP
Travelled 5000 Miles on Train, Bicycle in Canada
 and United States

Robert L. Purinton, son of MT, and Mrs. F. G. Purinton of 10 Mur- ray street, has just returned to Wa terbury after taking 5000 mile trip with twenty other members of the American Youth Hostel association He estimates that the entire trip cost him only $200. The group trav- eled largely in a special railroad car, in which they slept, or else on their bicycles, in which case they had to use their sleeping bags.
 The young peoples travels took them from Northf1eld, Mass, on June 29, to Montreal, where they boarded the specially equipped car, which took them nearly the entire length of Canada. Along the way they left the car to take side trips on their bicycles. Purinton and his friends returned from Vancouver to the United States by bicycle, and visited Mount Rainier, Crater Lake, Colorado Springs, the Ozarks, Washington, and the Worlds Fair.
 The group, of course, made use of the hostelS maintained by the as- sociation wherever possible, and here they had the use of hunks, blankets, cooking utensils, and washroom and kitchen facilities, all for twenty-five cents a night, since they were all members of the Amer ican Youth Hostel association.
 Hostels are located in all parts of this country, at intervals of a days travel, and are chaperoned by houSeparents. Each hosteler must have regulation sleeping sack, as well as an AYH pass, which may be secured for two dollars, or one dol lar for those under 21.
 Purinton. who is 15 years old, wa; the only local boy in the group which included young people from Michigan. New York. Pennsylvania Missouri and Wisconsin, as well a. this state.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-09-03
BOARD RECEIVES
 BIDS ON REPAIRS
Contract to Be Awarded For Washington Avenue
 Bridge Job

Bids for repairs to the Washing ton avenue bridge will be opened at meeting of the board Of public works at the city hall tonight. Award of the contract, which may be delayed for day or two to allow tabulation of the bids, will allow start of repair work on the struc- ture. The closing of the bridge to traffic during the summer has caused considerable inconvenience to thousands of motorists, since it is a main link between Bank and South Main streets.
 The works board voted two weeks ago to call for bids on repairs to the iron work of the bridge. Earlier 1t had been reported that repairs could not be made and that erec- tion of a new bridge would be neces- sary.
 City Engineer Charles A. Root told the board that he believed that repairs could be made which would allow the bridge to remain in ser vice with limited loads, for the next two or three years. Supt. of Streets Herbert Scott-Smith, though he had earlier been quoted as saying that a new bridge was required. agreed taht repairs could be made.
 An additional 5000 has been transferred for the iron work repairs after an original transfer Of eeO0C for installation of new planking.
 The city engineering bureau il schaduled to submit this month Co the board Of aldermen c report on
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-09-03
Man Power Must Be Trained For Military Service

Mayor F. F. LaGuardia of New York City joins General John J. Pershing, A. E. F. commander during the World War and Secre- tary of Navy Frank Knox in ap- proving selective military service for American manhood. The mayors statement follows.
 We cannot fool anybody about this, gentlemen. There was a time when the physical courage of an individual counted, when you had hand to hand combat; when a mighty nation of courageous peo- pie would not have to prepare for any length of time. They could throw their manpower into the field, and it was man against man.
 Nov the individual courage or the mass courage of an army is not sufficient to carry it through. It is gigantic mechanical propo- sition. It is down to a real, scien- tific basis, of moving the mechan- ism of war. And you cannot move it unless your manpower is train ed.
 we can have all of the con- ferences in Havana and in Buenos Aires, or any place else, and talk about Pan-American unity, and they laugh at us, un- less we have the strength and the power to say: You are going to keep away from the Western Hemisphere That will keep them away. It is the only thing that will.
 "Very often you read that such and such country is soon going to be attacked by some unknown power, coming from Mars, or somewhere else. Well, we know exactly when we are going to be attacked. And we know exactly what country or what countries will attack us unless we are prepared. And if we are pre- pared, those two countries will not attack us, gentlemen.
 That is why make this appeal.
 What do you think? Write your Senators and Congressmen.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-09-03
Six Autos Damaged In Collision on Merden Road Today
Overtures Underway
 For ''Truce" In 18th.
Administration Anxious to Avoid Three-COrnered Fight, Seek Withdrawal of William J. Dunphy;
 Latter to Decide Shortly sg

Dunphy remain out of the senat. : orial race himself and throw hk support to the organization candi- date, Attorney Michael V. Blansfieid In return, Dunphy would be nom, mated for state representative. <
 No official comment on the com promise negotiations was forthcom ing, but there were signs that aIji agreement might be reached. Tn party leadership is anxious to avoit a three-sided fight in the district fearing that it would work to thu advantage of Senator George T Culhane, whose bid for renominas tion is opposed by Mayor Vincent A Scully and Town Chairman Maurice. F. Tangney. <.
 Dunphy's supporters, it was said would be satisfied If their man wers nominated for representative, and would join him in backing the or ganization against Culhane. Dunphy had no comment ot make, saying only that he would make a public statement later.
 Should an agreement be reached, and Dunphy be willing to accept the nomination for representative, the regular organization would be ready to center its 18th district fire on Senator Culhane, without the dangers of a three-candidate pri- mary. Of course, if Dunphy should elect to remain in the senatorial contest, the negotiations will be fu- tile.
 There are several candidates for the two nominations for fepresent- ative. One is Attorney John Mem primo, who was endorsed by the Italian American Democratic club for the 18th district senatorial non- ination,. ,.but withdrew when the city hall promised its support to Blans- field. Others in the field are Rep. Hugo Guastaferri, who served at Hartford last year, and Attorney Clarence Balanda.
 A three sided fight for the senat- orial nomination in the 18th district seems certain. The candidates are Senator Edward F. Egan, ex-Sena- tor Joseph H. Lawlor and William "Tipper" Conley. Each has declared he is in the fight to the finish Mayor Scully and the organization have thus far remained aloof from this fight.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-09-03
Numerous Mishaps
 Reported To Police.
 Within Past 72 Hours
l3-Year-OId Lad Thrown From Bicycle Sustains Seri- Ous Injuries-Accused Drivers Are Arraigned in
 Police Court This Morning

Wood street early today, was given nolle on payment of $5.
 Heavy Traffic
 Traffic yesterday was congested as thousands poured through the city and thousands returned home after the weekend. Bus and train traffic was the heaviest of the year, with extra coaches being pressed into service. Special patrolling was done by police.
 James Andriacci, 69, of IA Cooke street, was slightly injured Saturday night when the car in which he was passenger was struck at west Main street near Chase Park ave- nue. Andriacci who was riding in the car of his nephew, Louis Pater- no, 20, of 168 Westfield avenue, Elizabeth, N. J., was treated at the Waterbury hospital. The other car was operated by William Suarenson, of ST Cherry street, Watertown.
 Cases Nolled
 In city court today, the following motor vehicle dispositions were made:f
 Joseph Antonell, of French street, Watertown, charged with drunken driving, continued until Sept. 6; Gus E. Bodack, 28, of 155 Woodbine street, Torrington, nolle, $10; Cliff ford. P. Bachinor, 47, of 78 Cooper street, defective brakes, continued William A. Betts, 25, of 19 Judd street, defective brakes, continued Sept. g; Michael J. Quadrato, 20, of 148 Meriden road, failure to grant the right of way, Sept. 2.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-09-03

Although no serious accidents oc- cured during the seasons traffic peak yesterday, six cars crashed on the Meriden road this morning, but only one person was injured, and two were arrested, charged with reckless driving.
 The Meriden road accident was actually two three-car collisions, but the second was brought about by the traffic tie-up resulting from the first.
 Motor Patrolman Vincent Begg said a car driven by William Don- ovan, 29, of 2 Plaza avenue, com- ing toward Waterbury, struck an op- posite- bound car operated by F. A. Demont, of Straight Turnpike, ca romed and hit car operated by George R. Kingston, of 149 Woodtick road.
 The melee of this accident caused Ernest LeMieux, of 38 State street, to drive his car into a machine operated by H. s. Hyde, of East street, Wolcott. swerve, and hit a parked car owned by Clifford c. Tyrrell. of 402 North Main street, Union City.
 LeMieux, who was arrested, was treated at St. Mary's hospital for a head cut, then taken to city court where his case was continued until Sept. II.
 Donovan was also arrested and ob- tained stay until Sept. 6.
 The accidents were investigated py Sergt. Joseph Petit, Officer Frank Smith, and Officer Begg. A large crowd collected.
 Youngsters Injured
 The most serious accident yeSter- day did not involve an automobile but bicycle ridden by James Wes- ter, 13, of Woodtic road, Wolcott which went out of control on dirt road. Young Wester, who was thrown headlong, was reported n fair condition today at the Water bury hospital where he is being treated for possible fractured skull fractured wrist, concussion, and face decorations. The accident occurred while Wester was peddling papers.
 Paul A. Cedela, 20, of 29 Geddes terrace whose car crashed into utility pole at Willow and Demorest street early this morning, was grant ed Q nolle on payment of $5 when arraigned in city court on a charge of violating the rules of the roao Cedella said he was blinded by a thick fog"
 Qino Primus, 20, of 37 Neville street. charged with violating the rules of the road after his car struck a marked machine owned by Johr J. Sullivan, of POS Walnut street, or
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-09-03
SALVATION ARMY
 LEADERS CHANGED
Major, Mrs. Arkett Leav- ing for YOnkers; Recep=
 tiOns Arranged

Adjutant Hugo Wiberg of the To- cal corps of The Salvation Army an- nounces this morning that Major and Mrs. A. Edgar Arkett of Hart ford, who have served as divisional officers in the Southern New Eng land Division the last two years, have received farewell orders and will proceed to Yonkers, N. Y. as divisional commanders for the Hud- son River Division.
 A farewell service for Major and Mrs. Arkett will be held Tuesday September 10th in the Central Bap- tist Church in Hartford at p. m. Colonel Edmund c. Hoffman, pro- vincial commander in Boston, will be the leader. and a delegation from the Waterbury corps is expected to attend.
 AS Major Arkett's successor is coming Major Harold Zealley, who until now has been divisional sec- retary in Boston. Major Zealley's parents are veteran officers of the Army, and Mrs. Zealley is the daughter of General and Mrs. Ed ward Higgins, former international leaders of the organization. Their welcome meeting in Hartford is scheduled for Thursday, Septem- Der i2th.
 Mrs. Adjutnat Wiberg will com- mence the fall meetings of the Ladies Home League this coming Friday at 8 D. m. The League is planning to make and repair gar- ments to be sent to the Army's war work relief agencies in Great Brit ain.
 Adjutants Report
 The report of the local branch oi the Salvation Army 10 rthe months of May, June. and July was issued today by Adjutant Hugo Wiberg. HC announced a successful campaign for funds during this period. con. ductcd by Charles J. Allen Of the Conn. Light 6s Power Co.,, As chair. man, with . large committee oi more than thirty members. who cofi' trlbuted their services.
 During the period, the Salvation Army gave gifts of food to ib6 fafii' flies. and clothing. and furniture ( several others. Meals were served ts more than 200 transl0nts. and soml locaI persons, and lodging vas pro- vided for 22 others
 Lieut.. Raymond Smith, who hat been assisting Adiulant and Mrt Wiborg here for about . gear, lef Iln Juiy for a new appointment it Willimanlle after rendering valuabll lbergloes ln Waterbury according q tlfe report
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-09-03
MILLER ELECTED
 BYC. A. COMRADES

Nelson Miller of this city was elected president of the 56th Coast Artillery Regiment association at the organizations annual reunion held at Greenwich on Sunday. Next years reunion as a result of Mir. Miller's election. will be held in Waterbury.
 The association is composed of men who served with the 56th coast artillery during the World War. Miller. whose home city will Dc host to the reunion next year. succeeds Irving Workman Of Port Chester. N. Y.
 The following vice presidents were elected: Thomas ehlpman Of New London, Archibald Johnson Of South Norwalk. Michael Falriszio, Of Stamford. Charles Rapp Of paneilson. Eugene Melvin 10 Dan. bury, George Maseau of Milford, George Mckenzie of Greenwich, Janles Leon of Bridgeport, August nnsanla Of Hartford, Prank Parish ei Torrlnslon and r, Colansolo q WefefhNfT,
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-09-03
RESERE OFFICERS
 MAY BE ABDUCTED
Special Assignments to Leaders Without Depen=
 dents: l=Year Service

All reserve officers in this vicinity of the rank of captain or below have an opportunity for year of service with the army, according to cir culars from the War Department which have been received locally, The army is particularly anxious to increase it's staff of officers in the quartermaSter corps, in the remount and motor transport departments.
 According to statement by Gen George c. Marshall, chief of staff of the U. s. army volunteers from among the ranks of the reserves will first be assigned posts, and if the influx from this source proves irl- sufficient to meet the army's needs, reserve officers who have no de- pendents will receive orders for ac- tive duty. Only as last resort will it be necessary for reserve officers who have dependents to do active service.
 In addition to the present short age of officers, there is also paul city of doctors in the army, and young physicians who can pass the necessary physical examinations are urged to apply.
 The remount department of the quartermaster corps. for which off, ficers are being sought, is the de- partment which deals with the oper- ation of government horse farms, the largest of which are maintained at Fl Reno, Texas, and Front Royal, Virginia.
 The motor transport department of the corps is of course, of irl- creasing importance at the present time, because of the striking trend towards mechanized war, with a premium on speed.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-09-03
CHURCH FORMING
 TRAINING CLASS
Regular Session of Sum- day SchOOIp Starts Sept.
 8; Schedule Announced

With vacation days behind, the church school at the First Baptist church will reopen Sunday, Sep tember 8, it was announced this morning by Rev. David P. Gaines, pastor and Arthur L. Purinton, su- perintendent. Special attention will be given this year to promoting closer cooperation between the school and the parents.
 A training class for those wish ing to become teachers will be con- ducted at the church school hours during the fall. Arrangements will be made for members of this class to do practice work in the school as part of the course.
 During the fall and early winter. MT. Gaines will give series of lec- lures on the Gospel of John at the Thursday night meetings. The title of the series will be "The Christian Faith and Life" Besides stressing the devotional value of this great writing, these studies will show how the results of literary and historical research are used in Bible study. This course is especially recommended to teachers and par ents who in their class and home work with children and young peo- pie feel the need of a better knowl- edge of the Bible, and to others who desire clearer understanding ot Christian Faith.
 The Sunday schedule at the Bap- tist church beginning next Sunday will be as follows:
 10:30 a. m. The church at worship (0hildren sitting with parents or teachers. Nursery open for small children0
 10:55 a. m. Those under high school retire from the church serv- ice to their departments, others re- maining for the sermon.
 11:00 a. m. Church school depart ment and class sessions begin (Children not attending the church service at 10:30 a. m. come tc church school at this time.)
 11:25 a. m. Church service ends.
 1:30 a. m. Glasses for high schoo and older young people and other adults begin.
 12:15 p. m. Adjournment.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-09-03
MAPLE LEAF UNIT
 ORGANIZING HERE
Chapter to Assist Canada
 an Relief Organization; Meeting Planned

Plans to organize a Waterbury chapter of the Maple Leaf Fund the only national Canadian relie1 organization permitted legally tc solicit funds for Canadian relief 1T the United Staes will be made at a public meeting to be held at the Central Y. M. c. A. on Wednesday night eight o'clock.
 Speakers from the national head quarters in New York City will out line the purpose and work of the fund. Waterburians of Canadian birth have been urged to attend.
 The purpose of the Maple Leaf fund follows:
 "To solicit and collect funds and materials to be of direct relief to Canadians.
 'To furnish medical aid and as- sistance to Canadian families, to troops and evacueeS.
 "To furnish aid for the evacuated Canadian and English children in Canada, and if necessary, in the United States.
 "To furnish such aid for the relief of suffering in Great Britain and Northern Ireland or elsewhere as necessity arises
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-09-03
Ryan, Angle H Radio Debate
 This EUening

A debate on Americas neu- trality will be staged over the facilities of Station WATR. this evening at 7:30 o'clock.
 The speakers will be Edward
 J. Ryan of ThomaSton, state
 chairman of the Committee to Keep America Out of Foreign Wars and Walter L. Angle, member of the Waterbury com-
 mittee to Defend America by Aiding the Allies. Both are well acquainted with the ques- tion chosen. Both have ap-
 peared as speakers on the con- troversial question several times within the past few
 weeks.
 MT. Ryan recently returned from a series of speaking en-
 agreements in New York City
 and Washington, D. c. MT. Angle is a past commander of Corporal Coyle Post, American
 Legion.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-09-03

Joseph DelGobbo, IS, of 591 Wash ington street, will face two counts of automobile theft when his case comes before the next term of the criminal superior court. Already facing one count, DelGobbo was ar- rested Sunday on similar charge after a wild chase.
 Arraigned in city court yesterday, the youth was bound over in bonds of $5,00O, which he was unable to post. The second crime, according to police, was committed late Sat- urday night when DelGobbo and two companions allegedly stole a car owned by Frank Vierra, of Cherry Hill Farm, Naugatuck. The car was spotted early Sunday morn ing by Patrolman Joseph Tierney in the South End who comman- deered an automobile and overlook the fleeing car.
 DelGobbo got away, but was ar rested later by Lieuts. William Foley and Ernest Pakul. William Pusczinski, 27, of 60S Washington avenue, was arrested by Officer Tierney when the youth was unable to flee in time. The third youth i
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-09-03
ELEVEN RECRUITED FOR MARINE CORPS

A total of eleven men were en- listed in the United States Marine Corps by the local recruiting station during the month of August, ac- cording to First Sergeant George A. Beck, who reigns over the station, with the assistance of Sergeant Al Caron.
 Two more men were enrolled on the last day of the month, after passing examination here and at the district headquarters in Springfield, Mass. They were Edward Walter Yourkstovich, of Buckingham street, Oakyille, son of Joseph Yourksto- vich; and George Charles Flaherty, son of MT. and Mrs. George Flaher- ty of Division street, Ansonia.
 Yourkstovich attended Watertown high school for two and a half years, and Flaherty is graduate of Ansonia high school.