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The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-01-13
CIVIL ENGINEERS
 ARRANGE BANQUET
Connecticut Society Host at Annual Event in
 New Haven

The members of the Connecticut Society of Civil Engineers will hold their annual dinner dance meeting and ladies' night at the New Haven Lawn club Saturday night, Janu- ary 27 when it, is expected that over 300 engineers and their friends from all over the state will at- tend.
 The group will meet at 2 o'clock in the club for dinner following which will be an entertainment and dance
 The general committee is headed by Henry D. Crute of Hamden chairman and also includes F. Wal den Wright, Hamden; Edgar l., Gittleson, Hamden; Geary s. Corves of Hamden; William M. Bolton New Haven; Joseph A. Novaro, New Haven; John N. Eckle, New Haven; Jalnes s. Geddes; New Haven; Ray mond w. Prann, New Haven; Ed ward A. Swanson, New Haven: Arthur P. Terrill, Greenwich; Leon E. Futile, Stamford; Frank Wells East Haven; George J. Molleur New Britain; Arvid H. Sjovall, New Britain; Ralph w. Goodale, Hart ford; John F. Collins, Willimantic and 0. Perry Prann, Meriden.
 The annual dinner dance is the third such affair which has been sponsored by the society which will also celebrate its 56th annual meet ing in March.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-01-13
By ELMER c. WALZER United Press Financial EditOr)

New York, Jan. 13-(UP)-Stocks declined decisively this week. Bonds receded and commodities weakened while business indexes showed slight contraction.
 Losses in stocks ranged to more than 6 points in leaders. The Dow Jones composite average of 65 rep resentative industrial, railroad and utility stocks made new low since September 2.
 Steel and automobile issues led the decline although both groups regis tered net gains for the week. All sections eventually joined the selloff and the market turned weak in the last full session. Volume on Friday crossed the million share mark be- cause of heavy turnover in Seaboard Air Line which sold at its low for more than year of 25 cents a share on a series of 25,O00-share blocks.
 Weakness was aScribed to many factors, mainly fears of increased taxes.
 Other influences were recession in some lines of bushes, failure of the market to hold above recent resist ance levels, some foreign selling and some selling by bears anticipating a prolonged decline.
 Best bushes news of the week was furnished by the automobile indus try. Cold weather kept sales of new cars down in many sections, but fac tories continued to turn them out at B fast clip. Production this week totaled 1880 cars and trucks, com- pared with 87,51o units in the previ- ous week and 86,925 in the corre- spending week of a year ago.
 Steel operations this week rose CA point to 86.1 per cent of capacity and fairly high rate for the in- dustry was foreseen for the re- of the month.
 Retail trade, aided largely by cold
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-01-13
EXCELLENT TALENT FEATURE OF EVENT
St. Stanislaus Drum Corps Offering Unusual Array
 of Entertainment

With program replete with talent and boasting of a number of the city's outstanding stage and radio entertainers, the third annual vaude- vile and dance of St. Stanislaus fife and drum corps will be held in Temple hall one week from tomor- row evening. One of the several favorites billed for special appear ance is Charlotte Levenetz, widely recognized for her skill in interpret ing acrobatic and toe dancing. She has been the star of various all.star bills about the state and in accept- ing the invitation to grace the com- ing bill she will be gratifying the desire of scores of admirers for the opportunity to see her in a local ap- pearance.
 A Hawaiian trio, who evoke magi- cal music from an electric guitar in a manner that makes them outstand- ing among other specialists on this particular instrument, will offer a variety of selections.
 Several of radios most popular songsters will entertain with current topping off a bill that for real talent and variety is one of the most attractive offered Waterbury pleasure seekers in many months.
 Krakowska's orchestra, which is also known to thousands through its excellent work on the air ways, will present the music for dancing.
 Ted Olschefski, director of the drum corps, is chairman of the gen. eral committee of arrangements, while Irving Czarzasty is assistant chairman.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-01-13
TAVERN KEEPER
 WINS DISCHARGE

John Iolloran, 25, of 31 Bishop street, a tavernkeeper at 276 Cherry street, today was discharged by Judge John L. Gaffney on 8 count of keeping his tavern open after hours last Sunday morning.
 Attorney Edward Mascolo's plea that Holloran refused to throw out several persons in the cold until their friends came for them prompt ed the judge to say that it was un- fortunate his good Samaritan" act should have led to his arrest.
 Lieut.. Patrick Hobart, of the vice squad, said the door was locked when he tried to get into the prem ises. He said he was sure Holloran was serving after hours. Both the lieutenant and Officer Joseph Ca- vanaugh testified that when they were admitted they discovered three glasses slightly filled with beer.
 Attorney Mascolo argued that the beer might have been there ever since closing time.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-01-13
PRISON LIBRARY
 IS BURNED OUT

Cambridge, Mass, Jan. 13-(UP) Twelve policemen with 12 keys stood in front of 12 cells containing 12 prisoners in the headquarters lock-up ready to release them as fire ragged through the central square branch library in the muni- cipal building today.
 Though the entire book collection, shelves and furnishings of the n- brary were destroyed, the fire-proof construction prevented spread of the flames to quarters occupied by the police and other municipal de- partments..
 The prisoners remained in their cells throughout the battle against the flames.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-01-13
24-HOUR HEALTH
 SERVICE WANTED
Health Department FavOrs Arrangement to Aid
 Pneumonia Patients

To meet statewide needs, resump- tion of 24-hour laboratory pneu- monia service, reorganization and eight new lines of work are rec commended by the Bureau of Labora- tories according to an article pulp lished in the monthly bulletin of the State Department of Health on higflights of the bureaus annual report. Total expenditures of the bureau for the year were 5.4 per cent below those for the preceding year. It was explained however, that most of the saving was effected by restricting complete laboratory pneumonia service as well as cer- tain other lines of work. -
 During the year special attention was given to serodiagnostic tests for syphilis and to laboratory examina- tions for pneumonia, intestinal dis eases and rabies. These irvestiga- tions resulted in approval by the surgeon general of the Uniter States Public Health Service of the Sero- logical work carried on by the bu- reau and in increased efficiency and service. For the fiscal year ending June 30, 1939, 24,839 examinations were made on blood specimens re- quired by state law from marriage license applicants. All phases of lab- oratory vor.: reached a total of 296,014 examinations
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-01-13
NEUTRAL NATIONS
 ALSO SENDING MEN
(Continued from Page D ness pending arrival of the war ma terial now en route.
 Italy Not Idle


 terial now en route.
 Italy Not Idle
 While Russia's opponents are do- ing everything possible to hamper her in the north, Italy and the other nations of southeastern Europe are not idle.
 Italy apparently Is making prog ress in her efforts to bring the small nations together in a peace bloc" which would present united front against the spread of Soviet in- fluence In the southeastern Europe.
 Continual conferences are being held to pave the way for meeting of the Balkan entente-Rumania, Yugoslavia, Greece and Turkey-in Belgrade on Feb. 2.
 eigfn ministers met recently and dis cussed an Italian proposal that Hungary abandon, at least for the time being, her demands of Ru- mania in the interests of harmony. That was followed by a report in Belgrade that Jugoslavia had agreed to permit Italian troops to pass through that country to aid Hun gary against an attack by Russia.
 King Carol of Rumania was re- ported yesterday to have conferred with Prince Paul, regent of Yugo- slavia, at the border. They were un- derstood to have discussed means of settling various Balkan differences at the Budapest conference.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-01-13
CHARLES MAYER 7 DIES SUDDENLY
Clock Company EmpIOye
 Worked Yesterday; Funeral Monday

Charles William Maier of 61 Beech street died suddenly this morning at his home. He was born October Il, 1866 in Germany, but had been a resident of this city the past 57 years. He was member of the German Lutheran church. MT. Maier was an employee of the Waterbury Clock company and worked at the plant yesterday. He was a mem- Der of the New England Order of Red Men of Waterbury.
 Survivors include his wife, Eliza Eng Maier; two sons, Hans G., and Charles w. Maier of this city; two daughters, Mrs. Frank Reinhard of Cheshire and Mrs. George Hepp of this city; six grandchildren, and one brother, August Maier of Wal lingford.
 The funeral will be held from the Alderson Funeral Home, 70 Central avenue Monday afternoon, time to be announced later. Rev. Martin Lorenz will officiate. Burial will be in old Pine Grove cemetery. Friends may call at the funeral home on Sunday from to 5 and 2 to s o'clock,
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-01-13
NEW PRESIDENT FOR CLOCK co.
James R. Sheldon Asks Directors to Select Suc-
 CessOr; Holds Interest

Directors of the Waterbury Clock Co. will name a new president at their annual meeting, Jan. Sl. James R. Sheldon, president of the conn pany for the past eight years, ir1- formed the directors yesterday that he will not be available for re-elec- tion.
 MT. Sheldon will continue his in- terest in the company, in which he is one of the heaviest stockholders. He will remain active in the 1nger- soll-Waterbury Go.
 In his announcement, Mfr. Sheldon stated that he will become president of the Meldon Export Corp, of New York. He will make his headquar- terS in the metropolis.
 Mir. Sheldon came to the Water bury Clock O., after being gradu- ated from Yale university. He started as a helper ii, the factory, and was gradually advanced, becom- ing factory superintendent in 1923 He remained as superintendent until 1927, when he went to New York to enter business.
 Returning to Waterbury in 1882, MT. Sheldon became president oi the Waterbury Clock Co.,, and has held the post since that time. He has also served as vice-president of the American Mills Co. and presi- dent of the James R. Sheldon Co.
 MT. Sheldon is married to a daughter of MT. and Mrs. Irving H Chase,
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-01-13
CONCORDIASP PLAN ELECTION SUNDAY Supper to Follow Business Meeting Masquerade
 Planned

The annual meeting of the Con- cordia Singing society will be held in Concordia hall tomorrow afternoon at o'clock. A sauerbraten supper will follow the regular business meeting. Annual reports and the election of officers will feature the business meeting.
 The supper committee consists of Fred Roether, Eric Kuegler and Henry Hapke. The auditing com- mittee consists of John and Will liam Borchardt, Joseph F. Hench, and Robert Neubert. William Mues- kes is president of the society.
 John H. Kirschbaum is chairman of the annual masquerade dance to be held Jan. 26 in the hall. He will be assisted by G. Middleton Parsons, William J. Borchardt, Joseph F Hench, Alfred Bother, Gustave Kopp, Henry H. Hapke,; Curt Arndt, Otto Moulliet, Otto Reichenbach and Louis Pellnitz.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-01-13
SPECIAL CLASSES
 FOR SEWING CLUB

The first jam session of the Swing Club. newly. organized by Walden Trimble and Miss Paulette Wolozin, under the auspices of the Adult Ed ucation Program of Waterbury, will meet at the Bronson Library each Monday and Tuesday from $50 to 700 p. m. starting Monday evening, January 18th. Twentieth century musical expression will be the key- note of the Swing Club. Who in- vented swing, who are the outstand- ing "senders" of 1t and music re- corded by the leaders in this field of entertainment, will be included in the Swing Club series. Favorite songs played by popular dance bands, syncopated rhythms and brilliant instrumentalists of motl- ern music will be featured at each session. Recordings of music by the original Dixieland Band, and El- lington blues, the series will feature today's topnotch bands and instru- mentalists, including Glenn Miller, Benny Goodman, Tommy Dorsey, Artie Shaw, Jimmy Lunceford, Fats" Waller, etc.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-01-13
By ELMER c. WALZER Limited Press Financial EditOr)

New York, Jan. 13-(UP)-Stocks made an irregular decline in light turnover today, rounding out a week of weakness that sent the in- dustrial average down to new low since November 30.
 Some leaders developed slightly firmer tone just before the close, but a majority ended lower. Steels had fractional losses. Rails were steady to slightly lower. Some utili- ties registered gains. Favorable sales reports sustained mercantile issues.
 Losses of point or more were noted in Du Pont, Eastman Kodack Hercules Power Union Carbidqe and Westinghouse Electric. Motor were about steady and rubbers mix ed.
 Sales in the first hour totaled only 170000 shares and only moderate increase took place n later deal ings.
 United States Steel featured in volume. Loft was active and rela- lively large volume was noted in General Motors, Nash-Kelvinator, Curtiss-Wright and New York Gen. tral.
 American Woolen preferred was
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-01-13
Decisive Decline In
 Market During Week
Bonds Recede, Commodities Weaken-LOsses in
 Stock Prices Range as High as Points

weather, rose to 13 per cent over a year ago. Wholesale was to 10 per cent over 1939. This had little influence on mercantile stocks which receded with the main list. An ex- ception, Associated Dry Goods second preferred, was aided by declaration of diviendd of nearly $10 share on account of accumulations.
 Electricity output made a small gain over the previous week and was IA per cent over a year ago. Con- struction declined from a year ago and lumber output was lower. Car loadings made smaller than sea- sonal rise from the holiday week de- cline.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-01-13

MT. and Mrs. George w. Bacon, of this city, pic- tured above, died instantly in an auto crash near Pittsheld, M a s s., yesterday after noon. On the right is a photo of their three ne- phews, who were painfully hurt in the crash. They are, left to right, Raymond Tierney, 15, John Lane, 12, nd Thom a s Lane, 10.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-01-13
Ralph Hitz
 Died Last Night

New York, Jan. 13-UP)- Ralph Hitz, 4S, president of the National Hotel Management Co.,, Inc, which controls chain of hotels extending across the country, died last night at Post Graduate hospital after a heart attack.
 Hitz, who had maintained active leadership in the affairs of the large hotel system that included the New Yorker until a month ago, had entered the hospital Dec. 10 because of a liver ailment. He is survived by his wife and a son, Ralph Hitz, Jr.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-01-13
CIGARETTE BUTT
 CAUSE OF BLAZE

A cigarette butt was blamed for a fire in a 1886 sedan owned by Henry Montambault, of 2l9 Meri- den Road today. Fire officials said the cigarette butt ignited uphoI- stery in the rear seat of the ma chine. The fire was believed to have smouldered for some time be- fore 1t burst into flames.
 Engine 2, 5 ad Truck 3 put out the blaze. The car was parked in a garage in the rear of 2l9 Meriden Road.
 A smoking oil burner was res- sponsible for a fire-scare at the Stadium restaurant, 30S Bank street. shortly after 6 o'clock this morning. There was no damage other than that caused by smoke.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-01-13
Smiths Bill

Japan would be the country hardest hit by Congressman J. Joseph Smiths bill to limit or prohibit exports of scrap iron, according to Commerce Depart ment figures. Of 27O,O0O tons exported in November, 1SO,OOO tons went to Japan. Great Britain, in second place, was far behind, receiving 3O,OOO tons.
 Congressman Smiths bill would allow the government to limit or prohibit entirely any exports of scrap metal from this country.
 A similar bill has been in- troduced in the upper chamber Washington by Senator Francis T. Mal0ney.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-01-13
CLOSE WATCH ON
 IRA PRISONERS

Dublin, Jan. lS.-(UP).-A close watch was kept today on 30 Irish Republican army prisoners, seized after the arsenal raid last month, as a result of . mutiny in the riountjoy prison yard yesterday.
 The 30 refused to return to their cells after . recreation period, de- flying the strong military guard. Two hundred policemen rushed to the prison but it was several hours be- fore the iautiny was put down.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-01-13
More NickelS!

The U. s. Department of Labor has announced the award of $l07,000 contract for f1ve-cents blanks to the Scovill Mfg. Go. of this city. The contract was act- ually given the Scovill Co.'s Phila- delphia branch, but the work will be done in this city.
 The order was placed by the Treasury Department.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-01-13
Stocks Decline Irregularly In Light Turnover Today
Few Leaders Develop Firm Tone Near Close
Losses of More Than Point in DuPOnt Eastman Kodak
 OtherS-SaIes Low in First Hour

strong. At it's high of 46 1-4 1t was up 3 IA. George Eelme preferred jumped points to 157 on one To- share lot transaction. Minor gains were noted in American Can, Ana conda, North American and Sperry
 Bonds moved irregularly lower
 Wheat eased while cotton futures were steady.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-01-13
How It's Done

Production of plates used in printing U. S. currency, bonds and stamps was described to members of the Waterbury chapter, Ameri- can Electroplaters society, at The Elton last night by Thomas Slat- tery, of the bureau of engraving and printing at Washington, o. MT. Slattery illustrated his talk with a number of slides.
 Plans for the regional meeting to be held in Waterbury April 27 were announced by Joseph Downs. Branches from al parts of the state will be represented. Last nights meeting was II charge of Ellsworth Candee and Earle Couch.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-01-13
MORE SNOW, ICE
 FOR NEW ENGLAND

Boston, Jan. 13-(UP)-Ice-c -coated New England today faced more snow and rain which yesterday caused three deaths and scores of highway accidents.
 George w. Bacon, 53, and his wife Mary, 50, of Waterbury, Conn.,, were killed near Lee when their au- tomobile and c truck collided. At Milford, N. H., Arthur Baxter, 55, of Hollis, N. H., was crushed to death when a truck skidded and over- turned.
 The Boston weather bureau pre- dicted occasional light rain>or snow with not much change in temper ature for today. The forecast for tomorrow was cloudy followed by snow or rain."
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-01-13
WOOL MARKET

Boston, Jan. 13-(UP)-There was very little activity in domestic wools in Boston during the past week, the U. s. department reported today.
 Buyers showed little interest in fine and half-blood wools but the medium and low grades were mostly neglected. Graded combing bright fleece wools were quoted 40 to 43 cents in the grease for fine De- laine, 49 to 42 cents for half-blood and 45 to 47 cents grease basis for three-eights and quarter blood.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-01-13
LOAN EMPLOYES
 TO BE IGNORED

Employees of the Connecticut of- fices of the United Small Loan Cor poration will be guests at their an- nual dinner dance this evening at Waverly Inn, Cheshire, arranged by H. P. Stephenson, state supervisor. City Treasurer Serge A. Belanger, manager of the local office, will be toastmaster.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-01-13
Bristol Theater Burns Today

Bristol, Conn.,, Jan. l3.-(UP) The two-story Bristol theater was destroyed by fire today, with damage estimated by Manager Wis., tor Morelli at $50,000.
 Bremen believed the blaze Start- ed in the balcony of the theater.
 A dwelling next door housing two families was damaged slightly by the flames.
 The picture scheduled to open today was: Money to Burn."
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-01-13
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 Brass CityNews
U. s. Navy

Michael Swata, Quartermaster First Class, local Navy recruiting officer in Waterbury and sur- rounding districts will give short lecture on the modern U. s. navy of today and show sound navy motion pictures this evening in the Masonic Temple hall that is spon- sored by the Zindah Grotto. /
 The sound motion pictures to be shown are depicted scenes of foreign countries, the U. s. Navy in the air, afloat and ashore.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-01-13
C.Y.O. ORGANIZING
 VOLLEYBALL LEAGUE

Representatives of the various O. Y. O. Chapters in Waterbury have been invited to attend a meeting Monday evening in the basement of the Church of the Immacuate Con- ception for the purpose of organiz- ing a girls volleyball tournament
 The success of the Softball league during the summer months leads members to believe that a volleyball contest would be as qually interest," ing.
 A representative gathering Is ex- pected Monday night at 7:45 ocock.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-01-13
VON KNAPP SCION
 KILLED IN ACTION

Berlin, Jan. 1S.-(UP).-An obit- uary notice in the Deutsche Allgd- incline zeitung today announced the death in action Wednesday of Claus Krupp Won Bohlen und Hallbach, 29, second son of the industrialist Gustav Krupp Won Bohlen und Hall- bach, Germany's leading munitions maker.
 Young Krupp was killed in flying a pursuit plane. It was recalled that Thursday the high command report ed that Q German plane had cl ashed in pursuing an enemy plane.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-01-13
COMMITS SUICIDE

Hartford, Conn.,. Jan. 13-(UP)- Funeral services will be held Mon- day for Domenick Castelvetere, 6l who committed suicide yesterday by leaping from the third story window of his home.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-01-13
IN MENTORIAM

In memory of our. mother, Mrs. departed this life, Jan. 18th, 1S39s s'Remembrance filled with dearest memories, kind thoughts and sin- cerest love for you"
 HER DAUGHTERS and SONS
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-01-13
HIKING CLUB

The Waterbury Hiking club will hold a scheduled hike tomorrow aft- ernoon starting at 3 o'clock from Camp Lewis in Middlebury.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-01-13
nvestment Trust Quotations c. T. CULHANE, INC.
 6S Center St.

Bid Asked Amerex Holding Corp. 15h l7h Am. Ins. Stocks Corp. 31s Az Asso. Std. Oil Shares .. Az 51s Bancamerica-Blair Crp. 11s 2R British Type Investors. IF .28 Broad St. Inves, Go. Inc. 23@ 2oH Bullock Fund ........ 1874 14% Cent. Nat. Corp. "A" 26 3O Cent. Nat. Corp. "B" s Century Shares Trust. 25ls 271s Dividend Shares ...... 1.19 l.3l Ed. Corp. $3 Conv. pfd. 23A NA Ed. Corp. Common .... F 4 First Boston Corp. ..... l4hs l61s General Capital Corp. 30 321s Incorporated Investors. 15A l7h Mass. Invest. Trust .... 2012 22a Mutual Invest. Fund .. 1O1s 12 Rep. Invest. Fund, Inc. .22 .25 Spencer Trask Fund .. 15A 1874 State St. Invest. Corp. 72 10 U. s. Elec. Light &
 Power Shares A. .... l6h U. s. Elec. Light &
 Power Sk-res B. .... 2h
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-01-13

Montevideo. Uruguay, now has Sl motion picture theatres.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-01-13

Iran is constructing many public buildings in Teheran.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-01-13

Students of local high schools have been invited to compete in a prize essay under the auspices of the Irish. .merican club of this city. The subject chosen is "The Revolution of 1916" All essays of not more than 1,500 words must be submitted to the committee not later than March 1st. The judges will announce their decisions and award the three winners at the
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-01-13

annual banquet of the club to be held Saturday evening, March 16 at the Elton hotel. The commit teen includes: Dr. John D. Freney, Michael Doyle and John Griffin. The banquet committee, headed Fy Past President George T. Ryan, will meet Friday evening, January 26th, to complete arrangements. A booster night will be held prior to the annual observance of St. Patrick'S cay celebration,
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-01-13

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