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The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-03-02

to be present at any hearing iI which a defendant is 16 or over.
 Loud voices emanating from the chamber indicated that an argument was in progress over whether the two boys should be tried here or sent to Hartford, where the first theft allegedly took place. Prosecu- tor William K. Lawlor was reported to have protested that. he knew nothing of the case until the lads were presented in court yesterday, at which time they were given a days continuance. -...
 As the hearing in chambers be- gan, the two reporters, not informed of any man on their presence, sought to enter. They were told by Detective-Lieut. Connie Shanahan that he was under instructions to keep them from the room. A second attempt met with the same result.
 Controversies Recalled
 The situation recalled a series of controversies several years ago over the presence ol reporters at juvenile court hearings, at which youth un- der 16 wer arraigned. The judges at that time, Judge Edward Mascolo and Judge Theobald E. Conway, up- held the reporters claim ahat they should be allowed to be present. A similar ruling had been made when Judge Mascolo and Judge John F. McGrath were the two city court presiding officers.
 However the rights of the press to be represented at hearings involy- ing anyone 1G or older has never been questioned, at least not in re- cent years.
 Reporters involved in the juve- nile court hearing controversy took troversy took the stand that the public had a right to be represent ed for it's own protection. This view was upheld by the judges at that time. The question was almost solely one of principle, since the names of juvenile offenders are never printed and it is only rarely that the outcome of any juvenile hearing is reported in the press.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-03-02
FATHERS, SONS IN
 ANNUAL BANQUET
Headmaster of Cheshire Academy Among Chief
 Speakers at Gathering

The annual fathers and sons ban- quet held at the Second Congrega- tional church last night was attend ed by over 200 persons. The event was sponsored by the older boys fraternity at the church. Arthur N. Sheriff, headmaster at the Cheshire Academy was the principal speaker and the guests included Rev. Dr. J. c. Walker and Henry Donahue, as- sistant scout executive.
 MT. Sheriff spoke on the subject of education and asserted that the principal purpose of education is to learn to appreciate and enjoy the best things the world has to offer. Arthur Bliss, Jr., gave the toast to the fathers and his father and Arthur Bliss gave the toast to the boys.
 MT. Donahue. spoke briefly and led the singing of several camp songs. Adam Jentoch performed feats of magic.
 The dinner was served by. the evening department of the church with Mrs. John Stevens in general charge of arrangementS.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-03-02
EUROPE RECEIVES
 GIFTS FROM HERE
Garments Made By Red Cross Chapter Put in
 Use; More Sought
WATERTOWN Correspondent: Mary Cosgrove
 Phone S75

Watertown, March 3. - Mrs. Charles Buckingham, chairman of the Watertown Red Cross, has re- ceived word from the national headquarters that garments shipped by the chapter January IS, have been received in Europe and are now in use. The next shipment will be made March 15. All those who are knitting and making gar- ments are urged to complete their work so it can be sent at that time. All those who are able to knit or make refugee garments are asked to call Miss Helen Mattoon or Mrs. Alan Curtiss as soon as possible.
 MT. and Mrs. Glen Dustin, MT. and Mrs. Walter Loewindorff, Mrs. Gladys Main and Robert Littlejohn, members of the local grange, at- tended the school of instruction at t5e Oxford grange Wednesday eve- ming.
 The Baldwin Parent-Teacher AS- sociation Choral club will resume its meeting Monday at 8 o'clock in the Community House. All women in town interested in singing, whether members of the Parent Teacher as- sociation or not, are urged to at- tend.
 Church News
 St. John's-Masses on Sunday at vON TVN IaI hem at HOO a. m. The Children of Mary will receive communion in a body at the 2 o'clock mass. There will be devotionS for the French speaking people of the parish in the evening at 7:30.
 Monday evening at 7:30 the Chil- dren of Mary will meet in the church to recite their office after which they will go to the school for their regular monthly meeting
 Tuesday evening at 2 o'clock the o. Y. O. will meet in the church for instructions after which they will go to the school for their meet ing.
 Wednesday evening there will be Lenten devotions for the English speaking members of the parish ct 7:30 o'clock.
 Friday evening at T;30 there will Dc stations of the Gross and Bene- dictlon followed by rehearsal foE the senior choir.
 Next Sunday will be communion Sunday for the Holy Name society
 Methodist ehureh-snnday school at i0i00 R, n. Morning worship aE liiDO a, nl,
 Congregational ehureh-MAln and Junior departments Of the Sunday school wlll meet st Dlas a Tn, pFi. mary department will meet at leie0 e. m Morning worship At iiI0o q, na,
 Christ Episcopal ehuFch-IIely communion heFvlee At elO0 A llll sunday Aah0Ol et D'lb ., %, Megns lng worship at iiIoo h n.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-03-02
Worldwide Broadcast
 Features Opera Stars
Lily Pons, Lawrence Tbbet to Be Presented in
 Worlds Fair Program Mar. l3; Dr. Butler to Speak

on the morning of IBM Day. Among them will be ten thousand employees and their wives representing the entire manufacturing and, engineer ing force of the IBM plants in En- -dicott and Rochester, N. Y., Wash- ington, D. C., and Toronto, Canada. These employees, together with their wives, will be brought to New York on a number of specially chartered trains for a two-day visit to the fair as the companys guests on May 12 and 13. The program will be under the direction of the Special, Activ- ities Department of the fair.
 Dr. Butler, considered one of the worlds greatest educators and au- thcrities oh international relations and world peace, is also president of the Carnegie Endowment for Inter- national Peace. His discussion of world problems and the outlook for international peace will be high- light of the ceremonies.
 Mrs. Belmont, who is noted for her work in the American Red Cross, the Metropolitan Opera Guild, Unemployment Relief and other sociological and cultural fields, will speak on the interest of women in the achievement of laSt- ing world peace. r
 Miss Pof1s, world famous colora- tura soprano, is now in her ninth season at the Metropolitan Opera. One of the few French women to wear the Bar of 1Chevalier, the French Legion of Honor, Miss Pons will return soon from Florida to rec sume here 1939-40 concert tour.
 MT. .Tibbett, leading American baritone and star of the Metropoli- tan Opera since his success in 1925 is recognized as an outstanding singing actor of the day. Star of films and radio, he brings creative ability to his roles. One critic has called him the greatest lyric artist America has ever produced.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-03-02

the public" the mayor said. "The large amount received indicates clearly that our citizens take their responsibilities seriously. It can be, readily seen that the people of Wa terbury realize, that their coopera- ton Is necessary in the handling of city affairs" 1T --
 Collections last year at the dead- line amounted to ssS,es5. This years figure exceeds that sum by approx imately $S5,000.s
 The total will be swelled by addi- tional payments in March. Those paying today and hereafter must pay q penalty in addition to the 8 tax.
 The city must pay the state $135,- 300 as its share of the cost of the old age assistance program. Pay= rnents this month are expected to bring the amount received by the tax collector to the sum needed. Additional payments may be suffi- cient to pay for the large cost in- cured by the city in collecting the tax, and perhaps even make possible a profit for the city. Between $780, GOO and $17O.oOo could be collected in all.
 The heavy collections will remove one of the citys budget worries. In past years there has been deficit in the old age tax account, and there were fears for a time that the same situation might prevail again this year and impegil the already tight budget.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-03-02
Dor, t Blame Youth! Swing-Mad Youngsters Escape Stigma of Being "Tipsy Drivers" Statistics Show-41 Key Cities
 Checked in Survey.

Stories of swing-mad youth overindulging in alcoholic drinks and then being arrested for drunken driving after serious au- tomobile accidents have received wide attention, but contrary to what may amount to a popular belief persons under twenty-five are less frequent offenders than their elders.
 This fact has been disclosed by the Safety Education Department of the Aetna Life Affiliated Com panies, which recently completed a survey of drunken driving ar- rests in forty-one key cities of over 100000 population located throughout the United States.
 With an aggregate population of more than twenty-two millions. only three of this group of cities report that the majority of drivers arrested for drunkenness are uIl" der 2S. This cross section Of the countgy's population offers . fair. ly accurate proof Of the taet that the average age Of drinking dTiv- CTS may be somewhat higher than commonly supposed. For example, Detroit, with a population cs l.. e0D, D,ee2, reports the average age Of persons arrested for drunken dFlv. Ing hs sei years,
 DseFsass Nels6
 Authorities in 70 of the cities surveyed report q definite decrease ln the number of arrests for drunken driving among All ages in 1899 as compared with the same period during le1e, The average decgease goF all cities in thia group was iee peg cent, Sen Anlonl0, TeNas, keplsis an6 oeiimatsd ebe peF cent AoeFeaee, ibe greatest drop feT any of tas titles 5eeords
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-03-02
New Courses Offered
 In WPA Free Classes
Spring Term Opens at Crosby High School Monday;
 Popular Sewing Class to Resume Activities

evenings with Fred Colucci as teacher. All who can should attend the afternoon classes. The Arts and Craft classes are under the direc- ton of Albert Spagnolo and meet every afternoon and Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday eve- nings from 2 to 9 o'clock. MT. Spag- nolo is assisted by Miss Mary O'Con- nor and Archie Leggett. The Swim ming classes meet at Wilby on Mon- day and Friday afternoons and on Tuesday and Friday nights at Cros- by, with Thomss Patterson and Anne ,Egan in charge. Glasses in Badmfn- ton are held at Crosby on Monday and Thursday nights from 2 to g and on Tuesday evenings from to 2.
 Academic Field
 Courses in the Academic field are given under the. direction of Mich- ael Gualtieri. Glasses in Psychology are held on Monday and Thursday evenings at Crosby from 2 to g. MT. Gualtieri also teaches Industrial Mathematics, course helpful to those engaged in mechanical trades, at Crosby and Tuesday, and Friday evening.
 The general WPA Adult Educa- ton Program is sponsored and su- pervised by the State and local Boards of Education. The local pro- gram is supervised by Dr. Thomas J.. Condon, Superintendent of Schools, and Andrew McFadden, lo- cal supervisor. All courses are of- 'fered free Of charge to any person over sixteen years of age, who is not now attending Q public school. Fur ther information may be had by calling 5-ll7S.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-03-02
CATHOLICS ASKED
 TO ASSIST POLES
Special Collection for Rav- aged Country to Be COl-
 lected Tomorrow

A special collection for the bene- fit of the millions needing aid in ravaged Poland will be taken up in local Catholic churches tomorrow, The collection has been authorized by the Most Reverend Maurice F McAuliffe, Bishop of Hartford.
 Bishop McAuliffe has made the following appeal:
 Cardinal Hlond, primate of Poland, has broadcast the sicken- ing story of the subjugation of his beloved country. All the horrors of war - death, famine, destruc- ton of homes, expulsion of people, separation of parents and chil- dren, starvation and destitution, have fallen upon the church's outpost in the Near East. It seems incredible that this great Chris tian nation, which has more than once in her glorious history saved Western Europe, should suffer such destruction and enslavement. 1t is a, sad commentary of mans inhumanity to man.
 Millions face suffering untold and immediate death. The very re- eital of the woes of this unhappy land is an appeal to the right minded men and women of the world. It cannot fail to tauch the hearts of all who are stirred to their hearts depth. Catholics of this diocese will answer this appeal by their generous offerings on Sunday, March 3. We who live at peace and in a land of plenty. must realize our duty to help a prostrate nation. Give gener- ously and God will bless you and yours."
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-03-02

ed. Four cities reported approxi- mately the same number of ar- rests during 1889 as compared with the previous year.
 Cities grouped in the western and southwestern states report an average of 35.6 per cent decrease in drunken driving arrests, which is 8 decidedly greater decrease than reported for cities grouped in other sections of the country. New York, Chicago. Cleveland, and Detroit. four of the largest cities queried, each report a sub- stantial decrease in the number of such arrests during the past twelve-month period. while each city reports the larger number of offenders to be above 26 years of age.
 I7 Report Increase
 i7 of the q cities report q dee clded increase in drunken driving arrests during ID3D, as compared with the same period in the pres ceedlng year. Average increase for the group was i0,4 per cent. Most Of the cities reporting an in. crease are located in the middle western states.
 It is believed that the passage Of new laws affecting drunken driving, As well as more rigid enc foEeement oi laws already existing have been instrumental in des ereaslng drunken driving arrests sll c number ef cities, Whlle to ads dlll0n various intensive safety eds ileati0nal campaigns are thought te be generally helpltl lD creating c more favorable attitude eD the part Oi the public toward needing lhe psFils ef drlpkine while dFlv'
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-03-02
TAX COLLECTORS
 CUSTER SOUGHT

New Haven, Conn, March ?. (UP) A superior court order today slEn- moned Edward ?. Dunn, tax collec. tor for the town and borough or Walllngford, to show cause why he should not be removed from .oftice as result of alleged discrepancies in his accounts,
 Dunn will appear before Judge Kenneth Wynne March . to present his defense,
 A preliminary audit reportedly showed the tax books short by ap' pT0Ximately s2b 900, When thls dls.. closure was announced, Dunn ana two assistants were forbidden 70 handle town funds and . temporary collector was named by Reieetmen,
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-03-02
BRITISH PLANES
 FLY OVER BERLIN

London, March 2.-(UP)-British airplanes flew over Berlin during the night for the fourth time this week, the air ministry announced today, and throughoutt- he night British planes were flying over cell- tral and northwestern Germany.
 .> The Berlin flight was made as Summer. -Welles, President Roose- velt's special envoy, slept at the Ad. lon hotel there awaiting his au. dierlce today with Adolf Hitler.
 An air ministry communique said:
 Operations of the Royal Air Force over northwest and central Germany proceeded throughout last night. Our aircraft were, again over Berlin. This was the fourth time this week our aircraft had visited the enemy capital"
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-03-02
STUBBORN CHIMNEY
 FIRE EXTINGUISHED

/ A stubborn chimney fire at 19 Pop lar place was extinguished this morning after half hour battle by three companies of firemen today Use of the 45-foot ladder was re- -quired and chains were also used to get at the blaze.
 The house, owned by Mrs. Joseph ,Civitate, is occupied by Charles Prieskas. Engines 3, II, and Truck 1 responded to an alarm at 7:3e o'clock. Men were directed by Dep uty Chief Martin J. Champion.
 Lieut.. Eugene A. Legge, of the marshal's staff, investigated.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-03-02
Suspended Sentence
 For CoIored Youth

Charles Smith, 2i, colored, Of i30 Locust street, charged with assault and breach Of the peace, received suspended sentence when ars arraigned before Judge John b. 0afsAsy in city court today. Smith was arrested on complaint Of a e0loFed woman.
 William Turak, 2s, Of M Laurel street, charged with assault and breach 0f the peace, received A sllH. pended sentence, ile was arrested after trouble at home,
 William VfFFaslF0, ag, 0f co Oak street, charged with breach Of the peace, received A continuance 70 March ..
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-03-02
TIME LIMIT EXPIRES
 IN ESSAY CONTEST

Yesterday was the deadline for the submission of essays by high school students for entry in the an- nual competition sponsored by the Irish American Social club, The prizes will be awarded at the St.. Patrick's Day dinner at The Elton, March 16. ... ',
 The essay committee consists of pr. John Freney, chairman; Mi- chael Doyle and John Griffin.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-03-02
SAME TAX RATE

Madison. Con- March !.os 2sslyP). IJp :. Dasplts aD iDaFaAse 0f tS0eOp0 in thlS gears budget, . special town meeting last nlebt refused 70 lps crease lhs tax rate, The V mlll AaseRsmsnt of last year will bs cons linlled-
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-03-02

Rev. Michael McVerry, assistant pastor of St. Lucy's Church will give the weekly address in the Waterbury Catholic Hour over Station VERY Sunday evening at 6:3O o'clock. A special musical program will also be presented. "The Seventh Commandment" will be Father McVerry's topic, con- tinuing the series which Originat- ed several weeks ago. The Catholic hour is presented by Sheridan Council, Knights of Columbus, under the direction of Rev. J. Oliver Cronan, chaplain.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-03-02
Record Established
 In Tax Collections
City to Meet $I35,O 900 Obligations on Time Officials
 Pleased With Pubic's Cooperation Tn Emergency

Old age tax collections during the 3Oday period ending yesterday amounted to approximately $130000 exceeding by far the records of all previous years The official figure will not be known until workers the staff of Tax Col 1ector Humbert Mangni complete the recording of many payments made by mail Establishment of record for collections won praise today from Mayor Vincent A. Sculv I am extremely graed at the response made by
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-03-02

A large number of civilian gas masks were found in municipal re- fuse bins in Hull, England, and the city has issued a warning againsi repetition of. wilful damage to air. raid shelters. '--.--"
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-03-02

Firms operating ammonium ni- trate plants in Italy have been or- dered to complete and perfect them or be subject to heavy fine and temporary closing of the plants.
The Tacoma times. [volume] (Tacoma, Wash.) 1903-1949, 1940-05-10
80" for Webb Miller

Good night Webb; that's $50" for you. Take it easy,
Old Boy-youve got rest coming.
So might the Great Editor have spoken to Webb Miller
the other night when the United Press corre-
spondent stepped out train compartment door-to his
instant death at blacked-out London suburb
Webb reporter. He began news writing as a cub
police reporter in Chicago, dealing with the petty brawls
and petty crooks of abg city, Only 48 at the time Of his
DEATH he had built upon international affairs amazing
career
Since 1916 he had had ring side seats at virtually
major racas the globe BY plain and fancy and often
extremely hazardous globe-trotting, Miller wgged way
into front line trenches of history in the making.
He met and talked with the contemporary great and got
their stories he stood where dedfor democracy for
king and country for home and resde for flags for ms,
for self-preservation.
But through the strife of the years. Webb Miller
forgot that he writing about human beings for the
information and guidance of other human beings His init
mate touch of Interpretation lifted his reports above prosac
and made them understandable to the folks back home
That's why Times readers liked Webb Miller; that's why
Miller good reporter, in the biggest field world
provides.
In colorful lifetime, he found peace" But when
he died. he left his wart behind for him the armistice
has been signed.
The Tacoma times. [volume] (Tacoma, Wash.) 1903-1949, 1940-05-10
HOROSCOPE
FRIDAY, MAY 10

Conflicting planetary aspects
are discerned in the Horoscope
for today. The stars are adverse
for labor relations in certain
industries. but employers are
well directed.
Heart and Home: This IL a
fairly favorable day for meet
ing strangers. especially employ
ers. While home interests will
assume an increased value this
summer, the urge toward wage
earning will be strong among
women. There are signs read as
heralding q demand for young
girls who are highly trained In
special vacations. Older women
are to be needed greatly In pub
lie service.
Business Affairs: This should
be q fortunate day for bankers
and lawyers. The afternoon Is
beneficial TO merchants and en-
courages general initiative. DAN
ger Of accidents in industry Is
prefigured, and there may be a
loss to shipping. Exports should
be on the increase, but there viii
be extreme limitations due to
war conditions.
National Issues: As young
men are modified In summer
camps agitation TO restrict the
sale Of alcoholic beverages will
gain impetus. Growth Of the
drinking habit among women
add to the interest In providing
safeguards for young and old.
State control Of liquor sales II
prognosticated-
International Affairs: Effects
Of the conjunction Of Mars and
Uranus In March are now dis
covered by the seers who foretell
the most severe financial diff
culties for European nations.
necessitating expenditures for
ornaments Of every sort. The
significance Of foreign money
problems Is to be impressed upon
the United States IN a forcihls
way which portends = rude
awakening.
Persons whose birthdate Il Is
have the sugury OF q year Of
progress and good fortune. but
there II q nomination Of loss
The Tacoma times. [volume] (Tacoma, Wash.) 1903-1949, 1940-05-10
YOUR KNOWLEDGE
QUESTIONS TO TEST

Can you answer seven of these
test questions? Turn to the
Woman's page for the answers.
1. Did Puccini or Rossini COM
pose the opera la Boheme ?"
2. What is the name for a
collector of coins and medals =?
3. OF what state was Ken
lucky formerly a part?
4. Name the two men who
were secretaries of state under
President Coolidge.
6. Can the congress refuse to
appropriate for the salary Of
the president?
Z. Which state was the first
to grant official aid to birth
control clinics?
s. What government position
did Harry L. Hopkins hold prior
to becoming secretary of COM
merce?
9. What does Comm through
the Rye" mean In the old song?
10. Who invented the cotton
gin?