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The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-12-14
6O,OOO Lives Annual
 Toll Of White Plague
Cooperation Can Make Serious Health Problem Neg
 Iigibe in Short Time -Waterburiams Asked to Aid

While the Waterbury Anti-Tuber- culosiS league is endeavoring to ob- tain $6,000 by public subscriptions to continue Its campaign in Waterbury it is interesting to note that authori- ties maintain that while tuberculosis in the United States still takes a toll of 60,000 lives a year despite large decline in the death rate for the diease, 1t can become a negli- gible public health problem within a comparatively short time, accord ing to the statisticianS of the Met ropolitan Life Insurance Company. They declare that, with the full sup port of the American people, the National Tuberculosis Association and its affiliated societies can reduce tuberculosis to a minor cause of death within the near future, and cause its practical eradication with in the next two decades. These ob- jectives, the statisticians stress, give added significance to the associa- tion's current drive for funds to combat tuberculosis.
 Outstanding Success.
 The fight against tuberculosis in this country has met with outstand- ing success. It is pointed out that within generation the disease dropped from first place on the list of causes of death to eighth, and is still rapidly falling. The tubercu- losis death rate has dropped 70 per cent in 30 years, and about 40 per cent in the past ten years, despite the depression. The rate among white persons is the lowest recorded for any country in the world, with the possible exception of Australia. In fact, the statisticians say, "peo- pie in better circumstances are now fairly free from the ravages of tu- berculosis."
 The thousands who die annually from tuberculosis are largely con- fined, it is pointed out, to certain special groups of the population, and it is upon these that the campaign to fight the disease is now to be centered. Among colored people the tuberculosis death rate is more than three times that of white people In some cities, in fact, the rate is elev- en times as high among the col ored as among whites.
 | How tuberculosis can be routed from the groups in which it is still entranched," is explained as follows:
 Tt is essential to multiply present efforts to discover cases in the early stages of the disease when there is still hope for a thorough cure, for, of the tuberculous who en,er sana- toria, on'y 13 per cent are in the early stages, whereas g per cent are moderately advanced, and no less than 55 per cent are far advanced on admiss on.
 Adequate Treatment.
 "When cases are discovered. 1t is necessary to provide them with ade- quate care and treatment. Those states that are the best equipped with hospital and other medical fa- cilities are those which are the most successful in the fight against the disease. The average tuberculosis death rate in 1888 for states with two or more beds per tuberculosis death per year, was only 39.8 per 100000 as ompared with AT for
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-12-14
DUKE, DUCHESS
 TO RETURN SOON

Miam Beach Fla, Dec. 14-(UP)- The Duke and Duchess of Windsor plan to return to the United States soon after the first of the year, it was indicated today.
 The duke said on his return from two-hour talk with President Roosevelt aboard the cruiser Tus- caloosa, that he wanted to return to visit typical camps of the Civilian Conservation Corps.
 T asked the president if he would make arrangements for me to visit several camps sometime after the new year" he said.
 The duchess was virtually recov- cred from her operation. She went for a short automobile ride yester- day while the duke was visiting the president.
 They may move today or tomor- row from St. Francis Hospital to the Miami Biltmore Hotel and return to Nassau, the Bahamas, next. week. The duke said plans were indefinite.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-12-14
MICKEY MOUSSE
 TO COME HERE
EIks Arranging Gala Kid- dies Show at POIi's for
 Saturday Morning

December may be the years mer- riest month. but the mammoth am nual Yuletide party planned by the Waterbury Lodge of Elks in con- junction with the Waterbury Dem- ocrat and Loew's Poli Theater will be the grandest party of grand par ties.
 One week from today, at 10 o'clock in the morning, Waterbury boys and girls, one and all, will be welcome to Loew'S Poli Theater for one of the most diversified shows ever ar- ranged by that loveable master of ceremonies, Mickey Mouse, who will head the program in person.
 The sponsors are not asking any money for admission tickets. The only requirement. for a boy or girl to see the show, which will last over two hours, will be can of food, a loaf of bread, or 8 bag of potatoes and the like. One of these will serve as an admission ticket.
 The children should welcome this opportunity for two reasons. First, they would never be able to see such a swell program, at any time of the year, unless they paid cash for a ticket. Secondly, each article they turn in for a ticket will be distri- buted by the Elks in baskets to the needy families of Waterbury on Christmas eve. Imagine making nu- merous needy families so happy at such a trivial cost?
 The doors of the theater will be opened at 9:30 8. m. and from then until 10 o'clock a local orchestra will play Christmas jingles and the boys and girls will be eligible to lend their voices as loud as they wish. Then, Mickey Mouse will appear and start the movie show which will feature famous western cowboy in a brand new picture which has not shown in Waterbury to date. This will be followed by shorts, and two comedies.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-12-14
SISTERS WILL
 ENDS IN SUIT

Winsted, Conn, Dec. 14-(UP)-- William E. Lawrence, North Holly wood, Calif., endeavored today to have the will of his sister, Virginia Lawrence, of Salisbury, set aside in superior court on grounds it was made under improper influence and restraint"
 The will, disposing of an estate of more than $30,0C0, was made year ago this month, and left all but about $2000 to Miss Christine Cum mings, New York City. Lawrence charged that Miss Cummings mis- represented the mental capacity of his sister when she applied on April 27 to have the will admitted to pro- bate.
 Claiming that his sister was of unsound mind when the will, was drawn, Lawrence asks that it be set aside and Q decree be issued de- cIaring she died intestate. He also asks damages of S35.O0O.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-12-14
LEASE GRANTED ARMOREDC CAR CO.,
Mercer Dunbar, One of First to Operate Protec=
 tive Cars in Conn.

A long term lease for vault and office space in the Old Savings Bank building, 57 North Main street, was executed recently by George w. Dunber, president of Mercer and Dunbar, Inc, with the Waterbury Savings Bank. The Mercer and Dunbar, Inc, armored car opera tors, of Hartford, will take posses sion of the premises on January 2 and expect at that time to have everything in readiness to start i'm mediate operations of their Water bury branch in their new local headquarters
 MT. Dunbar negotiated the lease through the firm of John c. Herbst & Son, local real estate brokers. MT. Dunbar explained that even though cash pay off service has been rem dered by his company to Water bury factories for the past IS months, until now all work in con- nection with these payrolls, except the actual distributing of pays, has been handled in Hartford. He also said that his decision to operate a branch here was not entirely due to the present trend toward cash paying. He said that in order to render service most efficiently it was necessary to be in very close touch with the customer which is not possible when attempting to operate from another city.
 The firm was the first to operate armored cars in this state. starting in 1892. The necessity for this serv- ice was brought to their attention by the Hartford County Manu- lecturers and local banks, both of whom assisted materially in pro- noting the new venture.
 Tn the beginning the service con- sisted primarily of bulk delivery of payroll moneys and bank move ments. Later, payroll moneys were handled exclusively, including the distribution of pays to employees, by this company.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-12-14
400 Reservations For Testimonial
 Dinner Announced

State Senator George T. Cul- hane, chairman of the general committee of arrangements for the testimonial dinner to GOv- ernOr-elect and Mrs. Robert A. Hurley at the Elton next Tuesday evening, announced this morning that the Tooth mark had been reached in reservations.
 Contrary to reports widely cir. culated, no effort is being made to crowd the hotel with out-O town parties. There are more than a sufficient number of Waterburians interested in the election of Bob Hurley as the first Catholic Gov ernOr of Connecticut to fill all space available. It is surprising though how many out f-town people are anxious to attend If tickets are available. We plan this tribute as a Victory dinner fer WaterburianS and the commit tee intends to follow. its original objective"
 MT. Culhane also stated today that a special program of enter tainment is being arranged to make the event a most colOrful affair.
 In addition to the Governor elect and his party former U. s. Attorney Homer Cummings, Ma ticnal CcmmitteewOman Miss Mary Coughlin of Bridgeport, the entire state Democratic ticket elected in the recent elections. will be in attendance next Tues- day evening.
 As previously stated Mayor Vim cent A. Scully will give the ad- dress of welcome to the governor elect and other distinguished guests in attendance.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-12-14
JUDGE O'SULLIVAN
 GRANTS DIVORCE

Elizabeth M. Partridge Rowe, of Wocdbury, Irene Carpenter Beecher of Goshen, and Louis F. Budpey, of Torrington. were granted divorces by Judge Patrick B. O'Sullivan in the superior court at Litcheld yester- day.
 Mrs. Rowe. who was represented by stephen Hoznick. of Waterbury, was given a decree from Earnest Walter Rowe. address unknown. on grounds of desertion. The couple was married October "a. 1881.
 Mrs. Beecher, who was married to George 4. Beecher January 2, 1880. also alleged desertion. She was represented by George T. George Of TOrflnstos.
 Budney charged that Frances Bell- Ing Budney. of Paterson, N. J., de- serted hlm two months after thgir marriage in lo3S. He was repre- senied by Yale Matz,m. Of water bury.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-12-14
5 DEAD, 4 HURT
 IN TRAFFIC CRASH

Bourne, Mass, December IA. = (UP) Two men remained i'll critical condition in a Wareham hospital today as result of traffic crash on route 28 south of Burne yesterday. Five were killed.
 Robert D. Macdonald, l9. of Fal. mouth, was in critical condition. Henry Monteiro. 20, of Wareham, had rallied during the night but physicians described his condition as still critical.
 Police blamed the head-on crash on blinding headlights which caused drivers of the two cars to lose de rection. The nine men involved in the accident were njght-shift con- struction workers returning from work at Camp Edwards.
 Killed in the crash were Edward L. Morrison. g. Falmouth; Glendon L. Hopkins. g. 3rockton; Lyman Summers. zJ. Jefferson Highlands, N. H.; Charles c. Farla. 22. East Wareham and Joseph Lopes, 2i, Wareham.
 Less seriously Injured were Tony Montelro. 2i. Warehain. and John !. Hogan. a. Brooklyn. The M0n- teiros gre brothers.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-12-14
HELIUM MAY BE
 MADE CHEAPLY

New Haven, Conn, Dec. 14(UP) A Yale assistant professor in physics, Cecil T. Lane, claimed to- day to have perfected & means of producing liquid Helium quickly and at one-tenth the present cost.
 Using rough sketch made by the Russian physicist, Peter Kapitza, before he vanished five years ago, led to experiments at Yale and Lane announced he could product one quart Helium in two hours at a cost of $5. Under existing methods 1t requires "A hours and mosts $50.
 Kapitza, before he disappeared in Russia, constructed & machine at University of Cambridge in 1885 for reducing Heliu1n to a liquid state. No plans of the complicated appar- atus, however, were available and although Lane wrote him for data Kapitza replied that he was unable to help the Yale scientist.
 Discovery of the rough design of the machine enbaled Lane to reconstruct the apparatus here and to begin production of the element.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-12-14
Compensation Agreements

The following agreements were filed with C0mpensationa Com missioner James M. Lynch today.
 Burt Shea, of 20 Rose street, from R. F. WOrden & Sons, S1S.08 weekly beginning Dec. 4 fer thigh and leg injuries.
 Dante Fabbiasci, of S87 River side avenue, Torrington from the Union Hardware CO., of TOrring- ton, $14.13 weekly beginning Nov. 30 for 8 side injury.
 Angelo Marchitelli, of 95 Wash- ingtcn avenue, from the American Brass Co.,, $l4.82 weekly begin ming Dec. 7, for thigh and chest injuries.
 George Dingwell, of 1909 South Main street from the American Brass O., S10.1O weekly beginning Dec. 5, for toe injuries.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-12-14
New Deputy

Appointment of John R. Law lor, of 47 Wildwood avenue, as Q deputy collector at the Water bury office of the Internal Rev. enue Bureau, according to an announcement by Thomas s. Smith, collector of internal rev. cnue for Connecticut.
 This brings to six the number of deputy collectors at the local office in the post office building. They are directed by Gabriel Price, senior zone collector.
 MT. Lawlor, who began his duties yesterday, is a graduate of the Bentley School of Account ing, Boston.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-12-14

New Haven, December 14-Fur- ther cuts in personnel of the Works Projects Administration fer Connecticut were announced today by Acting Administrator Frank Upman, Jr. Reductions to- taling 5S persons of the so-called "nOn relief and administrative classifications were effected as of December IS, bringing the total to more than 150 within the past few weeks.
 This reduction was necessitated, MT, Upman said, by the continu- ing and rapid decline in project employment. Rolls of the state WPA stand today at approximate ly 14,600, a decline of more than 700 since the last announcement of personnel cuts was made two weeks ago. This decline" MT. Upman declared" shows some
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-12-14
BISHOP BUILDING
 ENDORSES PLANS

The Right Reverend Frederick c. Budlong. Bishop of Connecticut. is- sued statement today endorsing the pedestrian safety campaign bee ing conducted by state and municl- pal agencies under the leadership of the Highway Safety Commission.
 Governor Baldwin's statement" said Bishop Budlong, ''to the peo- pie of Connecticut seeking coopera- ton with the endeavors of the Highway Safety Commission to de- crease the catastrophes which aEi- nuaily occur at this tlFno of the year among pedestrians. many Of whom do not use due care in crosa= ing streets and highways, hos mg hearty ondoEcenicnt and I am urge ing clergy of the ploco1e os Con- nectleui Q cooperate ln every pos- s|ble way"
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-12-14
WPADrops 58Non-Relief Workers n Personnel Cut

signs of abating, as is more or less natural during the extreme win ter weather. However, while there probably will be a slackening in the rapid pace downward during this period, there is every reason to believe that the decline will be accelerated with the coming of spring.
 "The increased tempo of defense production in Connecticut augurs well for, the early reduction of relief rolls to what may prove to be the irrchucible minimum of which we have heard so much" the WPA administrator added. '"TO speed this day, we of WPA are bending every effort. We are assisting in several ways, but more especially through defense train ing and through cooperation with ether agencies in this wcrk."
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-12-14
Seasons First

The Waterbury Y Ski club have two events scheduled on the pro- gram next week. Tomorrow the skierS will drive to North Adams, Mass, where there is a new ski development of open slopes and a ski tow. Monday night colored motion pictures of skiing will be shown at the Y.M.C.A. followed by dancing.
 Skiers will leave for the outing tomorrow at 3:3O a. m. at the Y and the experienced slxiers will as- sist beginners on the ski-runs. This will give the skiers an oppor- tunity of putting to practical use what they have learned during their ski course.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-12-14
Cheer COrningl

At least $50 baskets of food will be distributed to needy families by the Waterbury post of the Sal- vation Army this Christmas sea- son. Adjt. Hugo Wiberg said today. A large number of children will also be given clothing and toys.
 Cooperating with the local post are the city welfare department, the Visiting Nurses association, Pearl street community center, the Lincoln House association, as well as many other individuals and agencies.
 In the nation last year, the Sal- vation Army furnished approxi- mately 16 million meals, seven million beds, and found employ ment for 76,0O0 persons.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-12-14

To answer the question of what Christmas is in prospect for Brit ish refugee children in America, NEA Service and The Democrat sent 14-year-old Andrew GiegoId, aspiring American press photog- tapher, to New YOrk's Edwin Gould Foundation, where group of young refugees are staying. Part of his answer, in pictures, is presented here. He found that what refugees most want for Christmas is-pease.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-12-14

The annual Christmas party for children, arranged and supervised by members of the Chase F'oremen's Association, will be attended by over 1000 boys and girls from to 4 o'clock this afternoon in Buck ingham Hall.
 Last year approximately 800 guests were so honored by this 1ive-wire group and the treatment accorded the youngsters spread and this year an additional 200 guests will be accommoda dated, much along the same lines as last year.
 For the past three evenings mem- bers of the association have finish ed their laborous tasks of setting up
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-12-14
STUDENTS ATTEND
 COURT SESSIONS

Students at Post Junior College, where a course in law is given, reg uarly attend sessions of the superior and common pleas courts here. Yes- terday's short calendar sessions were particularly well-attended.
 The students are mostly girls, get- ting the inside" on court procedure. Several unusual cases, which con- tinued through more than one day, were followed through by the stu. dents.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-12-14
UNICN MEN HEAR
 HAT TOWN GUEST State Teachers College President Supper Speak=
 CT Last Night
OAKVlLLE Correspondent, Irene Slough. Telephone 4-8993

Oakville, Dec. 14.-Ralph c. Jen- kins, president of State Teachers College of Danoury, was the guest speaker at the supper meeting of the Mems club of the Union Congrega- t.onal Church last evening. A game period followed the business meet ing.
 The funeral of Mrs. Sebastiano zello was held this morning at 8 o'clock from the home on Hil,crest avenue to St, Mary Magdalens church, where solemn high Mass was celebrated at o'clock. Burial was in Calvary cemetery.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-12-14

states with one to two beds for every death from the disease, and with 61.1 per 100000 for states with fewer beds than annual deaths.
 Tuberculosis can be conquered provided the American people, folb lowing the leadership of the Nation- al Tuberculosis Association. and it's state and local branches, provide adequate funds and facilities for this work"
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-12-14
Nine New Homes

Permits for the erection of nine One-famiiy dwellings on Corona drive have been issued to Domenic Castelano by Build ing Inspector John T. Hartley. The project will involve 2 total construction, cost of $29,000.
 Seven of the dwellings will cost $3,000 each and the other two will cost $4,000 each.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-12-14
CHILDREN RISK
 LIVES SKATING
Ice on Popds Still Too Thin; Parents Urged to
 Exercise Caution
CHESHIRE NEWS
Hubert Rigney Cheshire Phone 334

Cheshire, December 14-Because of the daily thawing here, children have been bribed of safe ice-skat- ng on the local ponds. However. because children are so eager to skate, they have been taking chances with their safety in order to skate on ice that is very dan- gerouS.
 Although the nights may be cold, the days are so warm that the ice yneitS and is really quite uncertain for safe skating, and therefore, chil- dren and parents are warned to take precautions before they ven- ture onto the ice in this weather.
 Mrs. Porter Feted
 Mrs. Dorothy Proper entertained Thursday afternoon at a luncheon and bridge at Waverly Inn in honor of Mrs. Donald Porter. High scoring honors were won by Mrs. William o. Hogarth and Mrs. Everett Con- nor. Those present included: Mrs. Harold Hole, Mrs. Irving Anderson, Mrs. Raymond Anderson, Mrs. Gregory Tyack, Mrs. Curtiss Bar numm, Mrs. V. w. Heyden, Mrs. William Eichmann, Mrs. Everett Connor, Mrs. William o. Hogarth, Mrs. Bryson Randolph, Miss Bren- da Goddard, Mrs. Porter and Mrs. Proper. Prior to her marriage on November 20, Mrs. Porter was Miss Ann Paul of Hartford.
 Assigned At Air Base
 Newman O. White, son of MT. and Mrs. Fidell White of Watertown, former residents of Cheshire, is now stationed at the Savannah, Ga, air base. White, who was gradu- ated from Hamden high school in June, recently enlisted in the army air corps.
 Edmund L. Faeth of Powerhouse road is confined to the Waterbury hospital by illness.
 Church Services
 Services at St. Peters Episcopal church will be held Sunday at 1O:45 8. m.
 Services at the Methodist church will be held at 10:45 a. m. Sunday.
 Masses at St. Brigid's church will be said Sunday at 8 a. m. and 10 a. m. by Rev. Patrick Mccarthy.
 Services at the Congregational church will take place Sunday at l0:45 a. m.
 Services at the Baptist church will be held at 10:45 a. m. Sunday.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-12-14
YOUNCSTER SUFFERS
 INJURIES IN FALL

The condition of Al Pelosi, IS, of 243 Walnut street, was reported as ''good by St. Mary's hospital att taches. He was admitted to the hos- pital with an injury to the right el- bow which he suffered at the Gen. tral F. M. O. A. x-rays will be tak- en today to determine if any frac- lures exist.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-12-14
Papa Blessing

The Papal blessing was im- parted to parishioners of st. Lucy's church by Rev. Peter M. Telese, S. J., at the close of . B day mission In honor of St. Lucy.
 The Feast of St. Lucy, which was yesterday, was celebrated with a high mass in the mOrn- ing by Rev. Felix Scoglio, pas tor.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-12-14
Spotliglnting Brass CityNews
Labor's Gains

An address by Harry V. Fein- mark, vice-president of the Con- necticut Federation of Labor and president of the New Haven Gen. tral Labor council, will be given Monday evening to the forum at the YMCA. The subject will be "Labor's Gains"
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-12-14
BIBLE RALLY HELD
 HERE LAST EVENING

A Bible rally sponsored by the New England Fellowship and the Waterbury Federation of Mems Bible classes was addressed by Rev. Cutler E. Whitwell and Mrs Whitwell ct the First Methodist church last night.
 Visitors from other units were welcomed by Rev. pr. John J. snavely. pastor. Carl Froelich, pres ident of the Waterbury federation. led in prayer. Ray Ferris, president of the Woodruff association. was in charge.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-12-14
DAYS TROUBLE FoUR-FoLD

santa Cruz. Cal. (UP)-Isay Ba- ker, carpenter. reported to the po- lice his list of troubles. In chron- clogicai order, for one day as fol- lows; Automobile accident: house burned down inperfllng himself and Hlx children; burglars entered gar- age and stole fishing tackle: burg- lars then amused themselves by shooting out alI the windowa.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-12-14
LoNG-AwAITED FILM

Long awaited by the plcture-going public, Orson Welles' new RISO Ra- dl0 film. citizen Kane." is a atir- ring drama of a rich man and his efforts to dominate the nation. Dor- othy comlneore plays the feminine lead.