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The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-08-27
HOMER B. ROOD SEEKS DIVORCE
WatertOwn Man Charges Alice Shepard With In-
 tOlerable Cruelty

Winsted, Aug. 27-Six divorce suits were filed at the office of Su- perior Court Clerk c. Wesley Wins low here Monday, bringing the to- tai divorce actions now returnable to the Litchfleld County Superior Court in September to 20.
 Elizabeth Lehman of Torring- ton seeks divorce from Frank L,eh-- mann, also of Torrington. They were married at Millerton, N. Y., June 10, 1928. Mrs. Lehmann claims that on June 12, 1886, har husband committed bigamy when he married Winifred Treantafil of Boston, Mass, at Troy, N. Y. The action charges that Lehman and Wini- fred Treantafil have one minor child, a daughter, born at Boston, July 27. 1897, and that on divers days between June 12, 1886 and August 9, 1940, Lehmann commit ted adultery with Winifred Trean- tahl at Boston, Mass, and at Troy, N. Y.
 The complaint also sets forth that Elizabeth Lehman and the defend- ant have one minor child, Francis John Lehman, born December 27, 1929. In addition to a divorce, the plaintiff seeks alimony, custody of their son, an order for the support of the child and counsel fees.
 Irene Beecner of Goshen asks for divorce from George A. Beecher of Torrington on the grounds of de- sertion and habitual intemperance. They were married January 3, 1880. at Goshen. Mrs. Beecher claims her husband deserted her February IS, 1886. She asks that her name be changed to Irene Carpenter.
 Eva Swenson of Torrington bases her action against Eric Swenson, also of Torrington, on habitual in- temperance and intolerable cruelty. The complaint states that they were married at Carmel, N. Y, February g, 1886 and that from that date to June 3, 194O, the defendant was guilty of intolerable cruelty or. divers occasions.
 Habitual intemperance and in- tolerable cruelty are also the grounds of the action of Ruth Dziedzic of Washington Depot against Roger Dziedzic of Torring- ton. They were married at Pine Plains, N. Y, July Il, 1884, and Mrs. Dziedzic claims that for more than one year past the defendant has been habitually incorporate. It is l further alleged that on divers dates between July II, 1884, and Moy 30, 1940, the defendant has been guilty of intolerable cruelty to the plain tiff. The complaint further sets forth that they have three minor children, Janet, Roger, Jr., and Charles. Besides divorce the plaintiff seeks custody of the chil- dren.
 John Chappius of Litchfield claims assertion in his action against Esther Chappius of Caribou Me. The plaintiff alleges that they were married at Caribou, Septem- Der g, 1927 and that the defendant deserted him on July 29, 1929. Desertion is also the basis of the action brought by Homer Burton Rood of Watertown against Alice Shepard Rood of Granby. He al- leges tlfst they were married on May 25, 1913, and that the defend ant deserted him September 4, 1882.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-08-27
ST. REGIS ASSETS
 SEVERAL HUNDRED
Liabilities of Exchange Place Restaurant, Now
 Closed, Total $l2,OOO

Referee Walter Torrance today held a hearing in the case of Louis Chronis, operator of the now de- funct St. Regis restaurant, which was forced into bankruptcy recently when the city closed it for non- payment of back taxes. The assets are listed as only a few hundred dollars, while the liabilities total $12,OO0.
 Referee Torrance yesterday re- served decision in the dispute be- tween Atty. Fred Waterhouse of Hartford and the U. s. government as to which has the prior claim to $2,000 which Daniel J. Leary put up as bond for the Waterbury Brew ing Co. The Hartford lawyer claims that the money was assigned to him by Leary, to cover his legal fees, but the government has lien on it, also, in an income tax suit.
 The hearing yesterday was held at, the office of Referee Torrance, with Frederick J. Dalton, trustee of the Eastern Berwing Co.,. successor to the Waterbury Brewing Co.,, present. as well as a government representative.
 Hearings were also held yesterday in the cases of Steinman's of which Atty William w. Gager is trustee, and Prosl restaurant. represented by Atty. Walter J. Lynch. Court orders recentlv forced the sale of the assets of both establishments.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-08-27
CHILDREN FITTED
 AT TWO OUTINGS
Lakewood and Quassa- paug Parks Scenes of
 Varied Programs

Today is a real holiday for the children of Waterbury. with two outings being given in their honor. Borck & Stevens and the park de- partment are jointly sponsoring an all-day affair at Lakewood park, which sounds like a child's dream. Ice cream, cake and soda are to be given away frfee, and an elaborate program of music, sports events and games has been arranged to give all the children who attend real treat. The program got under way at g o'clock this morning, and was scheduled to last the rest of the day.
 At the same time, the merchants of the South End are sponsoring an all-day party at Lake Quassapaug for the children of their community, as fitting conclusion to the play ground season in which the children have been participating. This af- fair also got of to successful start at g o'clock this morning, and prom ised a day of variety. including soft ball games, a hot dog roast, and a musical revue for entertainment.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-08-27
NICHOLS PEOPLE
 PROTEST TO COX
Residents Against Having New Highway Pass; Dif-
 ferent Route Favored

A mass meeting of Nichols resi- dents voted last night to oppose hav- ing the new Waterbury Bridgeport highway pass through their town. A committee was appointed to pre- pare a petition for circulation through the entire village, calling for a new route for the highway.
 The 200 persons present at the meeting last night decided to bring theri protests before Highway Com missioner William J. Cox, and to seek the aid of the Fairfield County Planning Association.
 The erection of a new Waterbury Bridgeport highway, sought for years, is listed in the highway de- partment's current recsram. As presently planned, the road would go through Nichols.
 The Village Improvement aSsocia- ton of Nichols has been leading the opposition to the route of the high way. It has called another public meeting for Sept. g. at which time the committee named last night will report and further steps to prevent the highway from going through Nichols will be considered.
 Motorists have long complained of the present Waterbury Bridge port road, much of which is narrow, dangerous and slippery.
 Britain shipped more hardware to other countries in April than in arrr month n fhe last 1n wears
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-08-27

For the purpose of raising a spe- cial transportation fund to send St. Joseph's Fife and Drum Corps to the national convention Of the American Legion in Boston next month, an outing will be held Sum day, September 18th, on the Alpha Sporting Club grounds in Middle bury. Members of the various so- cieties of St. JoSeph's Church are cooperating with the committee in charge and it is expected that the event will be largely attended. An unusually attrac.i.e program has been arranged for the occasion.
 St. Joseph's Drum Corps is one of the best units of its kind in Con- necticut. It has made frequent ap- pearances throughout the state and has been awarded outstanding prizes for appearance and efficiency in drills on several occasions. The youngsters are eager to take part in the big Legion parade. Their ad- mirers feel that they are deserving of the trip and the chance to march in one of the greatest demonstra- tions in years.
 The committee includes John Stokes, caterer, Gus Krisavage, A Kunca and John w. Stokes.
 Delegates Elected.
 Frank Saldukas. Peter Alexander and Edmund Vaitkevich were elect ed delegates of the Knights of Lith- uania to attend the annual distrlci convention in Westfield, Mass, Sep tember 28 and 29. at the monthly meeting of the club at their quar- ters on Green street last evening.
 Rev. Joseph Valantiejus, pastor oi St. Joseph's church, Professor Alex ander Aleksis, organist and choir master, Peter Alexander and Norber Aleksis read reports on the na' tional convention held in Hart
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-08-27
State Party Leaders Expected To Attend
 Important Session
Local Club Host to Delegates Officers, Party Candidates Included in List of HOnOred
 Guests Expected for Meeting

liyered by Joseph DePaolo, of Meri- den. The address of welcome will be given by Mayor Vincent A. Scully. The presiding officer will be Nich- olas zappone, president of the Young Democratic club of Water bury. Members of the Waterbury club will act as reception commit tee for the delegates and guests. Dr. Frank AnaStasio, Democratic nominee for state treasurer, has aS- sured the committee that he will be present. Other state ticket menl- bers are also expected.
 The convention is expected to en- dorse the state ticket and to ap- prove the platform adopted by the state convention.
 Among the invited guests at the convention will be the following:
 John M. Bailey, national treas- urer of Young Democratic clubs; Maurice Tangney, chairman, and Cornelius Maloney, secretary of the Democratic town committee; Mrs. Nora M. Harris of New Haven, vice chairman of the state Democratic committee.
 State organization officers, most of whom are expected, include: President, Robert. H. Benton, Nor walk; first vice president, John Mo- Carthy, Bridgeport; second vice. president, Matthew Scully, Nauga- tuck; third vice-president. Helen Racine, Danielson; secretary, AL phone DeCicco, Wilington; treas urer, Abraham Ribcoff, Hartford; chairman executive board, Cor nelius E. Nicholson, South Wind- sor; executive secretary, Rather inc T. Quinn, West Hartford; na- tional committeeman, William R. O'Connor, of Norfolk and Eleanor Allen of New London; state organ izer, John Beirne, Fairfield.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-08-27
Police Seek Clues m
 $5, 900 Robbery Here
the days events.

how keys were obtained by the burglars. The front door which is the only entrance to the shop is equipped with two separate locks requiring different keys to open.
 According to Louis Schneer, vice president of the firm, the only keys to the store are possessed by himself; by Samuel Schneer, president of the concern, and by his son, William, secretary.
 The loot, which was not cov- cred by theft insurance, includ- ed 13 boxes of valuable watches, 12 electric razors, and various other articles.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-08-27

Police today were still investi- gating the $5,0O0 jewelry burglary at Schneer's, Inc, jewelry store at 162 South Main street, which oc- cured sometime before g o'clock Sunday night. Capt. John Leary of the detective bureau reported that fingerprints taken from the cabinet from which most of the jewelry was stolen will be checked with the local files and then sent to FBI headquarters in Washing ton.
 Police, noting that entrance to the store could only have been gained by keys, were puzzled as to
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-08-27

Several hundred persons are ex- pected to attend the New Haven County convention of Young Demo- cratic clubs tonight at Patsy Browns Silver Chalet, on West Main street. Candidates nominated for office at the Democratic state convention at New Haven Saturday will be among
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-08-27
St. Joseph's Corps
 Plan Boston Visit
Outing Planned September Is to Raise Funds to Send
 Lithuanian Musicians to Legion Convention
BROOKLYN NEWS

ford, August G. ', and 8, at which they were delegates.
 Educational programs for the fall season for club members will be drawn up by the cultural committed of which Attorney Joseph P. Ali shausky was named chairman. Ed ward Jankauskas was chosen the new club manager.
 All K. of L. members desirng to roll in the clubs annual bowling league at St. Joseph's alleys this winter are asked to hand in their names to James Valaitis before Sep tember Is. Valaitis is chairman of the lowing league.
 Field Day Planned
 The quarterly convention of the Connecticut Lithuanian Catholics took place Sunday afternoon at St.. Casimir's Hall in New Haven. Att orney Algert F. Politis of New Brit ain. president of the statewide or ganization, presided.
 Delegates representing 10 churches in the state attended.
 Final plans for the ninth annual field day were completed. It will take place on September 8 at Han over park in Meriden, beginning at 2 D. m. The feature will be field meet between the various clubs. A silver trophy will be awarded the club receiving the highest score. Field events will start with the St Joseph's Fife and Drum Corps of field with the athletes. After the field meet dancing will be enjoyed.
 The next convention will be held in New Britain in November. The Netherlands Indies govern ment has announced additional plans for the establishment of in- | duStrial plants.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-08-27
Full Weather Report

Boston, Aug. 27-(UP1-Weath- CT forecasts
 CONNECTICUT Cloudy, f0l- lowed by rain beginning late to- night OF Wednesday. Continued cool.
 MASSACHUSETTS, Fair, con- tinued cold tonigtt. Wednesday In. creasing cloudiness followed by rain in afternoon or at night.
 RHODE IsLAND-Fair, continued cold tonight. Wednesday increasing cioudiness followed by rain In the afternoon or at night.
 New England Report
 Boston, Aug. 27-(UP)-FaIr and dieted today by the Boston Weather Bureau as New England c0mmuni' ties reported the lowest tempera' lures in the nation.
 ID Boston, tho mercury touched b2 degrees at bs30 c. nl., lowest fol this date in eB years. and much low er temperatures were recorded iF Maine, New Hampshire and Yer mont.
 The lowest reading, was sp da. green atop At. Washington, N. II Hanger, Me, reported 5s degrees cone9Fds N. H, %, Lebanon. ". h, Si. and Burlington, Vt, $5.
 Reports from. sQme Connection yssy sss.. aar:sg s tgs sMssS ss .ssss ssss g0 crops had been nlppsd by week end ffnHin, Whieh came the eafIleH date since ittt, Heavy losses c lpOtaio eFeps also were reported
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-08-27
ExcITINa ENTERTAINUMENT

A ease Of mistaken identity that keeps . beautiful dancing girl away from the man ahe loves, and who wants to further heF career, laya the foundation fof the exciting eIi- tertainment lll fiigo Radios "pnnce olIl, Dance" cossiarfIns MauFeen o'Hafa, Louis Hayward and LIollll Bail.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-08-27
PARK RANGERS GET SONG

Fresno, Cal. = (UP)-Fred Miller Fresno composer and singer, has dedicated his latest ballad "T0 yosemite Falls" to Yosemite Ma tional Park rangers, who will sing it at their meetings this summer. Miller has composed such songs as California, the aLnd of Golden Dreams" and "Our Own Dear Fresno Town"
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-08-27

With the various community clubs of the city united in sup port of the plan arrangements are being completed to stage 3 public hearing in the City Hall, Monday evening, September g, for the pur- pose of hearing other advocates or opponents express views on the City of Waterbury adopting uni- form system of refuse and ash collection. Health Officer Dr. E. J. Godfrey is in favor of the plan. John Dzick, 8 member of Wash ington Park Community Club, is the original sponsor of the move ment and is serving as his clubs chairman. Considerable sentiment has been aroused. The question of expense looms as the most serious obstacle.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-08-27
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The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-08-27
National Treasurer

the guests of honor. Indications are that Judge Edward Sheahan of Seymour, will be reelected county president.
 The keynote address will be de-
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-08-27
Building Permits

The following permits have been issued at the office of building In- spector John T. Hartley:
 Mrs. Rose B0wanka, to erect garage at 34 Sumac street, $50.
 St. Ann's Church, to erect addi- ton to convent on East Clay street, $4OO.
 Walter Wenning, to make al- terations to dwelling at 218 Green wood avenue, $500.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-08-27

Some kinds of fish have the abil- ity to move one eye independently of the other eye, according to the Better Vision Institute. Such fish can fixate one eye on an object and let the other gaze around.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-08-27

Naugatuck, Aug. 27-Miss For etta Zitzman, daughter of MT. and Mrs. George Zitzman of East Waterbury Road, will become the bride of Thomas Walker, son of MT. and Mrs. Andrew Walker of 16s May street, next Saturday morning at II o'clock at St Mary's Church in Union City.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-08-27

The county convention of Young Democrats at Patsy Browns res. taurant here tonight promises to be one of the largest political gath- erings Of the early campaign. Judge Edward shsehan. Of eey. mour. who is slated to be reelected president Of the county organisa- tion, is a leading candidate for the state senatorial nomination in the iTth district. ..
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-08-27

U. S. Senator Francis T. Ma loney has given his endorsement to the state ticket adopted by the Democrats at their New Haven convention. Though he favored Governor Cross for the nomination, Senator Maloney told reporters at Washington that Nominee Robert A. Hurley. Twill make good gov- ernor."
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-08-27

Plans for several Democratic outings and picnics are now being made. September and October promise to be busy months for the politically interested, with many outdoor gatherings to be scheduled.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-08-27
Current Political Activities

The Democatic town committee announced today that meeting of men and women members from the Third Ward will be held at 8 o'clock Friday night at party head quaters, 79 North Main street.
 Town committee members from the Fifth Ward met last night; Fourth Ward members will meet tonight: and Second Ward mem- bers will gather tomorrow night. A date for meeting of First Ward committeeman and committee women will be announced soon.
 Invitations have been extended to Republican town committee men and Committeewomen to at- tend an outing tonight at the home of Mrs. Harry Coe, Country Club road. Local members of the state central committee have also been invited. Town Chairman Vernon Hall will preside at a business meeting after the out ing program.
 First Ward supporters of Sena- tor George T. Culhane met last night at 68 Center street. A Sec ond Ward meeting will be held to- night, and a Third Ward meeting tomorrow night.
 Plans for several Democratic outings and picnics are now being made. September and October promise to be busy months for the politically interested, with many outdoor gatherings to be scheduled.
 U. S. Senator Francis T. Ma loney has given his endorsement to the state ticket adopted by the Democrats at their New Haven convention. Though he favored Governor Cross for the nomination, Senator Maloney told reporters at Washington that Nominee Robert A. Hurley. will make a good gov ernor."
 Republican National Commit teeman Sam Pryor and Fairfield county leader J. Kenneth Brad ley predict a Republican victory in the state this fall. It is al- ready indicated that the G. o. P. campaign will be directed not so much against Hurley as against the return to dominance of the Old Guard.
 Democratic State Chairman John T. Mccarthy had a headache today in the form of letter of resignation from Paul Connery, Fairfield county Old Guarder, who was leading Hurley supporter be- fore the convention. Connery re- signed in protest against the fail- ure of the convention to nominate ex-State Controller Charles Swartz of Norwalk for his former post. The nomination went in- stead, through Hurley -McC Carthy influence, to John M. Dove, of Danielson, former deputy cortgol- Ter. Connery is understood to claim that Swartz had been virtu- ally pomised the nomination. The resignation of Connery was from his post as state central commit teeman from the 26th district.
 The latest Gallup poll, accord ing to the Hartford Times, states that Connecticut Is at the mo- ment leaning Democratic. The poll gives Roosevelt 5l per cent of the vote, to 49 per cent for
 Willkie. This marks . 2 per cent gain for Roosevelt since publica-
 ton of the last poll figures on
 August {.
 The county convention of Young Democrats at Patsy Browns res- taurant here tonight promises to be one of the largest political gath- erlngs Of the early campaign. Judge Edward sheehan, of eey. mour. who is slated to be reelected president Of the county organisa- tion, is a leading candidate for the state senatorial nomination in the i7th district.
 EXCITING RNTRRTATNuMRNT
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-08-27

First Ward supporters of Sena- tor George T. Culhane met last night at 68 Center street. A Sec ond Ward meeting will be held to- night, and a Third Ward meeting tomorrow night.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-08-27

Britain shipped more hardware to other countries in April than in any month n the last 20 years.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-08-27

Republican National Commit teeman Sam Pryor and Fairfield county leader J. Kenneth Brad ley predict a Republican victory in the state this fall. It is al- ready indicated that the G. O. P. campaign will be directed not so much against Hurley as against the return to dominance of the Old Guard.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-08-27

The Netherlands Indies govern ment has announced additiona plans for the establishment of in- duStrial plants.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-08-27

Invitations have been extended to Republican town committee men and Committeew0men to at- tend an outing tonight at the home of Mrs. Harry C0e, Country Club road. Local members of the state central committee have also been invited. Town Chairman Vernon Hall will preside at business meeting after the out- ing program.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-08-27

The latest Gallup poll. accord ing to the Hartford Times, states that Connecticut is at the mos ment leaning Democratic. The poll gives Roosevelt 5l per cent of the vote. to 49 per cent for Willkie. This marks . 2 per cent gain for Roosevelt since publica- tion of the last poll figures on August {.
Evening star., 1940-12-15

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Evening star., 1940-12-15

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