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The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-12-18

board can not authorize any pri- vate company to place the meter standards on public sidewalks, and makes formal demand that they be removed from his property.
 MT. CaSsidy's letter follows:
 December Is, 1940 J. Gregory Lynch, Esq,
 Corporation Counsel,
 City of Waterbury,
 Waterbury, Connecticut.
 In re-Parking Meters My dear Sir:
 As the owner of property locat- ed on Leavenworth, Willow and West Main streets, I address you on the above subject.
 AS much as dislike so to do, I must disagree with you on the interpretation of the law. It is my opinion that the erection and maintenance of the series of iron uprigtts on the sidewalk in front Of my properties by a private corporation for the purpose of the maintenance of meters to permit parking of automobiles in the highway for length of time measured by the deposit of coins and thus to conduct a private en- terprise on the highway in front of my property, is in violation of the law It is my opinion that the police board cannot legally be- stow such right upon the said company.
 There is no question in my mind but that the erection and main- tenance of said uprights and att tached meters in the present side walk locations constitutes an in- cumErance, an obstruction and a nuisance. Their existence augurs well for a flow of claims for dam age against the city.
 In my opinion, the acts of this private corporation are without authority in the law and consti-. ute trespass. Z It is the purpose of this letter to request you (because apparent ly- you are the person in charge and the one advising this inctr- sion upon the law and porperty rights) to cause the uprights to be removed from the locations in front of my property, specifically No. B to 37 Leavenworth street. No. g Leayenworth street and on West Main and Willow streets.
 Very respectfully,
 JOHN H. CASSIDY.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-12-18

Editor of The Waterbury Demo crat:
 Dear Sir:
 On Sunday at the Second Con- gregational Church Forum, Sena- tor Danaher ably presented the viewpoint of the isolationist in the present world. But he made a number of assumptions which are either questionable or clearly inaccurate. In his main speech, devoted mainly to foreign affairs, he quoted copiously from Church ill, but did not think it necessary to mention Hitler. That attitude makes one wonder whether his outlook is the same as that of SO many people in France before May 10, 1940, or the same as such EngliShmen as Chamberlain, Baldwin, Simon, Hoare, and Lady AStor.
 Is Senator Danaher completely unimpressed by Hitler's power on the continent of Europe? The Senator was forced to mention Hitler in the question period. Then it became obvious that he feels that the NaZiS are no threat at all to the American way of living, either economically or mil- itarily. Though he admits that Hitler desires to carry out a world revolution, he is convinced that England and the conquered peo- pie of Europe will be able to stop Hitler without our giving any more help than we are giving now. Even if they cannot stop Hitler from conquering Europe, he beleives that even in the next few months. admitting our lack of preparedness, we should be able adequately to defend ourselves against any possible German ex- peditionary forces or from any Fifth column activities in. this hemisphere. One wishes Senator Danaher had more accurate req sons for such a childlike faith.
 Why does he assume that, al- though Hitler was able to conquer the French Army, until then con- sidered the most powerful in the world. he will be unable to cross the Atlantic and set effective bases in this hemisphere? The Senator said he saw no dangeV as long as the American fleet was on the seas. In this many people would disagree. But if Hitler wins, how long will our fleet stya afloat against the naval combination Hitler will control?
 We have 15 battleships of 464,- 900 tons, with two more battle ships ready some time next sum- mer. Germany, Italy, and Japan together have now at least 19 bat tleships totaling 517,00O tons, while about a year ago those three nations had at least 8 more battleships building. It is prob- able that some of these are al ready in commission. If Hitler should beat England, he would procure five or six French battle ships of nearly 100000 tons and possibly from IA to 20 British bat tleships, as well as more British battleships now on the way. Hit ler's European shipbuilding power would be six times ours. How long could our fleet stand up against a combination?
 It is true that we are planning IT new battleships, but most of them will not be ready for five or six years. Suppose Hitler should
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-12-18
Savings Account

A new inducement to young men eligible to join the Civilian Con- servation Corps-personal savings accounts-is being offered to spur registrations, according to . letter received by Welfare Superintend- ent Martin F. Hayden, local select ing agent, from F. E. Learned, acting supervisor of the eco.
 The letter points ont that the savings plan will enable CCC en- rolIees to have enough money available to support themselves while seeking employment after leaving the eco.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-12-18

to destroy those destructive ships and the people in them"
 The Chicago meeting also was in- formed that 364 foreign spies had been consumed" and would no longer "act in your beloved America. z
 Long ago in the coming forth of the books you were informed that there was the inner secret service. In many ways more powerful than the outer secret service,r Ballard said. 'Whe1 the inner secret service acts, as rule the individuals dis appear from the earth"
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-12-18
Sorl Inllerits

The will of James E. Kefford, former emplOye of the Waterbury. Savings Bank, leaves his estate to his son, James. The document was admitted to probate today by Judge Patrick Healey.
 It is stated in the document that adequate provision has al- ready been made for two dangl1s ters, Gertrude and Mebl, now married. The Colonial Trust co. is named executOr Of the VIII.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-12-18
BRITISH AUTHOR
 IS FLYING HOME

New York, Dec. -(UP)-H. G. Wells, British author, was one of il passengers aboard the trans-At- lantic flying boat Yankee Clipper as it left today for Bermuda. Horta, and Lisbon.
 Wells, who has been featuring in the United States, said he was re- turning to his home in London for Christmas.
 The Clipper carried over six and one-half tons (13.462 pounds) of mail, the heaviest load ever carried on transatlantic plane.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-12-18
Marriage Annulled

A Mexican decree featured a di- vorce proceeding yesterday in which Superior Court Judge AL fred c. Baldwin granted Mary Co., dianne Fibre of Waterbury an annulment of her marriage from Thomas Fibre, whose whereabouts in town is unkown.
 On December g, 1888, the first Mrs. Fibre obtained a Mexican divorce. The second Mrs. Fibre, through her attorney Irving John son.. contended that the divorce was illegal in that both parties concerned never lived in Mexico, and therefore could not be divorc- ed at that place. Judge Baldwin, in granting the annulment, also allowed the plaintiff to resume her maiden name.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-12-18
Legality Of Parking
 Meters To Be Tested
Attorney John H. Cassidy Believes Installation Illegal
 May Take Matter To Court For Ruling

Legality of installation of park ing meters on public streets by 8 private concern was questioned to- day by Attorney John H. Cassidy in a letter to Corporation Counsel J. Gregory Lynch -
 MT. Cassidy, in commenting on his letter, indicated that he plans to take the question of the meters legality to the courts. T am null ing the matter oyer,' he said, "and the installations seem 50 clear a violation of the law that unless ap-, propriate action is taken by the city I may have to take legal measures" :"
 The lawyer wrote his letter as the owner of the property on Leaven- worth, West Main and Willow streets, which will be affected by the meters. He claims that the police
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-12-18
.DR. MAYER DIES
 AT REMINGTON

Dr. Thomas J. Maher. chief of the medical staff of the U. $. Veterans hospital at NewingtOn, died early this afternoon at the hospital in which he had served the government with outstanding success for several years. He was ranked a major in the U. s. army, was prominent figure among veterans, especially the F. F. w., and was known intimately to thou sands Of World War veterans.
 Major Thomas J. Bannigan. manager of the hospital, stated this afternoon that the veterans lest one of their most sincerest friends and the medical profession one of it's most distinguished members.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-12-18
Action Starts

The divorce proceedings of FL lis R. Akins, plaintiff, and Ida F,inney Akins. both of this city, finally got underway at superior court late this morning before Judge Alfred c. Baldwin. Ellis charges cruelty, saying his wife at one time threw kitchenware at him. In ss-complaint filed by his wife, Mrs. Akins charges intolerable cruelty.
 MT. Akins asks for divorce while Mrs. Akins asks for 8 di- vorce, alimony and custody of 8 minor child, aged IT.
 Carmody, Larkin and Torrance appear for MT. Akins, Healey and Healey for Mrs. Akins.
 At press time the case was still in progress.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-12-18
Spotlighting Brass CityNews
Judges Assigned

Two judges are assigned to the winter session of the Waterbury superior court, Judge Robert l.. Munger of Ansonia presiding from January to February 28, and Judge Frank P. McEyoy from February 28 to the end of the term March 28.
 Under the present schedule Judge Munger will begin the win ter term here with short calen- dar January 3. On January T, he will open the criminal term of court.
 Judge Munger is to hear civil cases until superseded by Judge McEvoy, who will hear cAses for the remainder of the term.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-12-18
Decision Reserved

The Clarence N. Titteringt0n action against Henry, Albert, and George Perrett. tried in the superior court by Judge Alfred c. Baldwin. came to close to- day with Judge Baldwin reserv- ing decision. 1t was alleged that the defendants, doing busi- ness as the Perrett Brothers, cut down and hauled away nu- merous trees on the property of MT. Titterington, located at Southbury.
 Walter J. Lynch appeared for the plaintiff and David Cramer of Litchfield for the defendants:
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-12-18
ELM CITY PRIEST
 DIES OF INJURIES
Rev. John K. LOomis Suc= cumbs To Injuries In
 Thanksgiving Crash

New Maven. Dec. 18-Rev. John R. Loom1s, curate of St. Johns church in Davenport avenue, died early this morning in St. Raphael's hospital Of injuries received when the car he was driving was in- volVed in a collision wi5h another machine in Hamden on Thanksgiv- ing day. He was 35 years old.
 He was native of Pennington and had been assigned to the St. John parish for the past six years. Prior to coming to this city he was stationed in Milford. He is sur vlved by his mother and a sister. both of Pennington.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-12-18
S4.57O To Date

Returns from the Christmas seal campaign by the Waterbury Anti Tuberculosis league to date amounted to $4.570 as announced by William M. Harris, manager of the local branch. MT. Harris ill- dicated that the figure would be reached which is allotted to the branch. The goal set for the league is 5000, although contrib ution should be stimulated as the
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-12-18
Compensation Agreements

Partial compensation as fol- lows was filed in the ofilces of Compensation Commiss on CT James J. Lynch today.
 Francis HaddOck of Southbury from Nellie I. Brown of South bury and the National Casualty Co. of Hartford, $7.0O per week from October 10 to October IS. Injured back.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-12-18
TALBOT RESIGNS ONE JOB

Hartford, Conn, Dec. 18-CUP)- State Treasurer Joseph E. Talbot re- signed today from the state person. mel advisory commission.
 Talbot was defeated for reelection in November, and recently was ap- pointed by the governor as Work mems Compensation Commissioner to the fifth congressional district He will maintain offices at Water bury.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-12-18
IN 21 STATES

Since the locale of Paramount's 1 Aldrich Family picture, 'rhe Ald- rich Family in Life With Henry" is in the town of Centerville, 1t might be in any of the 21 states which have a town of that name. Jackie Cooper plays Henry Aldrich.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-12-18
Market Shares Mixed
 Up In Quiet Trading
Changes In Most Of Leading Issues Were SmalI-In-
 dicating That Traders Were Playing Cautiously

bay, where sharp drop carried the New York Bombay difference to the widest point of the season.
 Worth Street graygoods trading continued in the doldrurns with prices virtually unchanged.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-12-18
Laval Has Won First Round Against Petain
usted Vce-Premier Of France Freed From Arrest, By Orders Of Nazi Agent Abetz, Direct From Hitler
BY RALPH HEINZEN Limited Press Staff COrrespOndent)

vichy, France, December IS. - CUP = Pierre Laval, busted vcepremer and foreign minister arrived in Paris early today it understood in his capacity of private citizens after having conferred for an hour last night with Otto Abetz German diplomatic envoy to France
 Laval took part for half hour yesterday in the three hour conference between Marshall Philippe Petan, chiei of state and AbetZ to seek explanation
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-12-18

remaining days before the holi- days are few
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-12-18
Chase Kin1baH Takes Issue With Q. S. Senator DonGher on Recent Forum Talk

Raises Question Why Believes 
 vOcates Aid Be Extended Promptly Great Britain.
Henderson daily dispatch., 1940-07-03

Secretary of State Cordell Hull is
shown in cap and gown as he re-
ceived the honorary degree of Doc
tor of Laws at the 2S9th commence
ment exercises at Harvard Univcr-
sity, Cambridge, Mass. Secretary
Hull later was chief speaker before
the Harvard alumni association.
Central PreSS)
Henderson daily dispatch., 1940-07-03

Here the weapon devised Melvin NJ Johnson M OF
Boston, Johnson rifle which aroused con-
when the Garand rifle The gun may
be used either single shot rifle automatic rifle machine
gun by a loading the Bottom, the i'll
uses his gum weighing l2l- pounds, pistol
(CCniut Prc&s)
Henderson daily dispatch., 1940-07-03

Lieutenant Colonel Homer S. Saint
Gaudcns, director ef fine arts at
Carnegie Institute in Pittsburgh,
studies a model in Washington,
D. c., that shows an airport camou-
tagged to blend in with town. Dec
GRATED during last war for camou-
fiage work, he has again reported
for duty as supervisor of camou-
flage with the army.
Henderson daily dispatch., 1940-07-03
G. p. PhoncphOto

Chairman William Knudsen, accom-
panied by General George c. Mar
shall, United States army chief of
staff, arrives at the White House for
a conference with the President.
They are two of the members of the
national defense council which re-
ported on the $5,000,000,000 eXpan-
sion program for the army.
(CcutjuL PyeSs)
Henderson daily dispatch., 1940-07-03
A Flower for Polish Relief

Dame University.
The Phoenix index., 1940-10-12

L., said that the eXcavating shov-
ell was ordered off the job because
of TIE Senefal SGA4sT aC ,sfs GIG
affiliation.
When the Atlas shovel was
withdrawn, shovel owned by E
T. johnson was put on the job
This shovels work was halted, how
er, after three days, because neith-
'er Mr.. JohrCon nor his men could
produce union cards or card foI
the work from the United States
Employment service. Municipal
contracts require the use of union
labor or labor approved by the
employment service.
Mr.. Merando said that since he
has a contract with Mr.. Pacho. he
intends to insist ON the Atlas Cos
going ahead with the work. The
general contract requires compile
ton of the excavation by Oct. 27
Capt. John l.. Persons, director OF
construction work for the district
said the Recorder of Deeds build
ing is the first district building
contract to be let to the CIO.
The Phoenix index., 1940-10-12

WASHINGTON, D. C.-(SNS)-
Following announcement severa,
weeks ago that the Army regu-
lations requiring the wearing of
blue dress uniforms had been sus-
pended during the present emerg-
ency, The War Department today
stated that Army officers who do
not possess sabers will not be re-
quired to purchase them during the
present emergency.
That training, rather than dress
for appearance. will be stressed
initially in the expanding Army
was indicated today by War De-
partment instructions that provide
for absolete and also for substitute
types of uniform clothing to be
worn by soldiers pending the re-
ceipt of new stocks now under pro-
curement.
The old-stlye, and now obsolete,
Standing-collar coat and over
coat will appear in the ranks with
the fastest roll collar type coat
and overcoat. The old type woolen
breeches, with spiral leggings, will
be used as a substitute for trousers
and canvas leggingS.
This old style clothing will with
in a very short time be replaced
with the standard articles of issue
and will then be used as work
clothes On maneuvers and on the
target range, thereby conserving
wear and tear on the new stand
ard clothing.
Three types of raincoats are now
being procured by the Army: the
standard rubberized, dismounted
and mounted raincoats; substi-
tute rubberized type; and an oil
treated type. T h oil-treated
type will not be issued in the 4th
and 9th Corps Areas, except in
emergency, because of its insult
ability in warm climates.
Soldiers in the 4th, 9Th, and 9th
Corps Areas when and where
The Phoenix index., 1940-10-12
Bishop Visits In
City OF Phoenix

Phoenix was blessed, and Lucy
Phillips Chapel CME church in
particular, with the visit of two
leading churchmen the past week
in thA persons of Bishop Charles
Henry Phillips. MA, DID,, LID,
DEL, MD, of Cleveland, Ohio.
bishop of the First Episcopal dis
trict and Senior Bishop of the Col
ored Methodist Episcopal church,
and DR.. Luther SteYard, the eff
cient editor of the Christian Index,
official organ of the Colored Meth
odist Church, of Jackson Tennes-
see.
Bishop Phillips preached on
Sunday morning, September 90, TO
an overflowing congregation. His
message was we'll received. The peo-
pie went away as the disciples of
old, saying Ibid not our hearts
burn within us while he spoke with
us by the way"
While here, he was the house
guest Of the pastor and his wife,
the Rev. and Mrs. Rucker. He also
was dinner guest of Brother George
Gru1obs and Brother and Sister
George Mickens. Before he left
Thursday morning for Los Angeles
California, DR.. and Mrs. M. Thomp-
Son also entertained.
DR.. Steward arrived Friday
morning and left Saturday morn
ing. He was also the house guest
of Rev. and Mrs. Rucker. He
was scheduled to preach on Friday
night, but rain prevented his ap-
pearance.
While here, however, he was able
to meet some of -PhoeniX'S leading
citizens and was very much i'm
pressed by the city and its citizens
congeniality. He visited all of our
schools and was impressed very
much with the system and person
mel.
Rev. and Mrs. Rucker closed
their fourth years work at Lucy
Phillips Chapel CME church Sun
day morning and left for the seat
of the Annual Conference Tuesday
morning, which convenes in Pasa-
dena, California, beginning Octo-
ber 9, lasting through october 13.
They wish to thank their many
friends for their loyal support and
kind words during their stay at
Lucy Phillips.
The loyal members, who labored
with them in attaining their goal,
made a round report for the fourth
time. They are also grateful to Mr.
and Mrs. Dave Moore for the din
ner they served on Monday for the
bishop.
The Phoenix index., 1940-10-12
Widows. Clash
In Court Over
Stakes Estate

CHICAGO-(ANP) - A court
battle over the remainder of the
$4,000 sweepstakes fortune left by
Royal E. Spurlark ST., aged Pull
man porter who died early this
year, looms between a former wife
and widow who gathered In the
probate court Of Judge Charles
McEwen Thursday.
Mrs. Cecilia Spurlark, who was
ignored completely in the will,
wants to break the document con-
tending that Mrs. Albertine Spur
lark, his widow, whom he married
q few months before his death, is
not his lawful wife. She says she
first married the deceased in 1908
and following a divorce they re-
married in 1912 and were never di-
vorced.
When hearing is resumed on
October "a, much sensational tes-
timony is expected. The will as it
now stands leaves the bulk of the
estate to the widow, a former night
club entertainer, part to the son
and smaller amounts to other rela-
The Phoenix index., 1940-10-12
WV. Weatherspool
Shifted to Another
Part of State

sion to the metropolitan pulpitS
He again told of the necessity OF
reorganizing the various confer
ences and districts for the success
of the present administration.
Highlights of the conference was
given by the conference accounter,
Mrs. Julia A. Fountain which
showed an increase in general
funds and also in membership in
the various churches.
The following appointments were
made:
Valdosta district, Rev. B. w.
Jones, presiding elder.
st. Paul Station, to be supplied.
st. Peters Station, Rev. j. NC
Tear.
st. Timothy, Rev. j. S. Grant
st. John Station, to be supplied
Mt. Zion Circuit, Rev. j. A.
Tom.
Payton Circuit, Rev. j. S. Bod
die.
Nashville Circuit, Rev. w. L.
Renfro.
Ray City Circuit. Rev. D. J.
Jones.
valdosta Circuit. Rev. j. e.
Walker.
Fargo Circuit. Rev. A. w. Robe
son.
The Phoenix index., 1940-10-12
MINISTER IS
SUED BY WIFE

PHILADELPHIA-(ANP)-- The
Rev. William P. Stevenson, pastor
of Jones Tabernacle AME church
and sne OF the close associates
of the Rt. Rev. David H, Sims
bishop of the First Episcopal dis
trict, was the object of suit for
limited divorce filed last week
by Mrs. Mozella HaAley Steven.
son, his wife.
Mrs. Stevenson, graduate ~
Allen University, Columbia, South
Carolina, charged indignities to the
person, neglect and non-support.
She claims her husbands earn.
ings average $3.50 per month. The
Stevensons were married in AT.
lanta in 1929. They have son
nine years old.
A graduate of Lincoln Universi.
ty (Pa.) and its seminary. the Rev.
Mr.. Stevenson succeed Bishop r
r. Wright when the latter became
bishop.
The Phoenix index., 1940-10-12
Army Medical Corps
Refuses Race Doctor

PHILADELPHIA - (ANP) - A
graduate of the Howard University
Medical school, Dr.. D. Vernard
Bradley, was turned down com
pletely last week by the U. S. Re-
cruitlng offices here. There are
vacantiec in the army for colored
DOCTORS" the sergeant in charge OF
the medical division of the recruit
ing service said.
He was not only refused, but DR.
Bradley was not even permitted to
fill out an application.
Before he applied in person, DR..
Bradley had told of his qualifica-
tionS over the telephone, and he
was urged to appear in person, SO
that he might be assigned for ply
The Phoenix index., 1940-10-12
New Army TO Place
Emphasis On Drills

climatic conditions permit. win be
issued cotton coats in lieu of wool
coats in such cases as the corps
area commander decides.
The 4th Corps Area comprises
the States of North Carolina. South
Carolina, Georgia, Florida, Ala,
Tennessee, Mississippi, and Louisi.
ana. The 9th Corps comprises the
States of Texas, Oklahoma. Colo
RADIO, New Mexico. and part Of
Arizona. The 9th Corps Area COM
prises the states of Washington,
Oregon, Idaho, Montana, wyoming,
Utah, Nevada, California and part
of Arizona. The territory Of Alas
kaka is attached TO the 9th Corps
Area.
The Phoenix index., 1940-10-12

sical examination and SO on, but
once he showed up, the army would
have none of him.
This treatment of the young and
handsome medic, who wanted to
enlist and do my part" was told to
the Philadelphia Academy of Medi
cine and Allied Sciences and re-
suited in a committee being named
to protest to Washington.
DR.. Wilbur B. Strickland, pres
ident of the academy, chose Drs.
Frederick D. StubbS, DeHaven
Hinkson, and Arthur Thomas, all
members of the U. S. Medical re-
serve, and DR.. G.. G. Brannon, for
the committee.