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Askov American., 1940-08-29
Pleasant Hill

The Pavelka family is entertaining
friends and relatives from Chicago
Ill. John Pavelka of Hopkins, also
visited at the Pavelka home last
week.
Paul Kvasnicka and family visited
at the Erick Zack home Saturday
evening.
Mr. and Mrs M. Judkins enter
tanned some of their friends and rela-
tives Sunday.
Mrs. Alfred Pavelka returned from
st. Luke's hospital Sunday. Friends
are glad to hear that she is back home
again.
Frank Mach, Sr., visited at the Paul
Kvasnicka home recently.
A fairly large crowd attended the
Ladies' Aid meeting at the Livers
home Sunday. A delicious lunch was
served.
Askov American., 1940-08-29
(From Another Correspondent

A confirmation-communion service
will be held at 1890 o'clock Sunday,
September /, in the Zion Lutheran
church with Rev. Edward Olson of
Duluth, officiating This will also
be the last Sunday service of the
student pastor, Raymond Johnson,
who has been in charge of the church
during the past year. He will leave
September 4 for his home at Racine,
Wis.,, for a short visit there before
going to the Augustana seminary in
Rock Island, Ill.
Askov American., 1940-08-29
Duxbury

Mr.. and Mrs. F. Ogg enjoyed a visit
with relatives from Iowa over the
weekend.
Mr.. and Mrs. HARLAN of Elkton, are
visitors at the G.. Glienke home at
this writing.
Eugene Anderson had his tonsils
removed Friday.
Mrs. c. Bjork and Ruth went to
Minneapolis last Thursday. Ruth will
enter a hospital for treatments.
Mrs. Max Lampson and Glen re-
turned Friday night after two weeks
visit with relatives in Racine, Wis,
and Springfield, Ill.
Weekend visitors in Minneapolis
were Mr.. and Mrs. McCullen and
children, Mr.. and Mrs. Harry Shute
and Rosamond and Mrs. J. Calvin.
j. Calvin spent Friday night at the
Bert Calvin home near Sandstone.
Mr.. and Mrs. Norman Matson and
Winifred spent Sunday evening at the
Nels Matson home in Cloverton.
Winifred Matson spent from Fri
day until Sunday evening with Doris
Bjork.
Askov American., 1940-08-29
PEACE ENGLISH LUTH. CHURCH
H. Sporleder. pastor.

H. OpOTIeueT, pastor.
Divine services, 1890 a. M; Sum-
day school and Bible class, 10 a. m.
Subject: 'Christ's Remedy for Anx-
iety."
Choir practice Wednesday at 7:30
p. m.
Ladies' Aid will meet September 5,
at 2 p. m. at the home of Mrs. Harry
Maser at Bass Lake.
All are welcome to our services.
Askov American., 1940-08-29

A perching bird with the charac-
teristics and eating habits of small
hawks is a common resident of Min
nesota. It is the shrike or butcher
bird. 1t feeds on insects, mice and
small birds.
Askov American., 1940-08-29

hold its first meeting of the season
Tuesday night, September 8, at the
Markville schoolhouse. Everybody
welcome.
Askov American., 1940-08-29
To The Voters
of Pine County:

Having filed for the office of
Clerk of District Court of Pine
county, I respectfully ask for
your support.
l was born in Willow River,
Mimi, in 1896 and moved with
my parents to Sandstone in 1908
and have lived there ever since
that time. I served in the World
war and am a member of the
American Legion. At the pres
ent time l am engaged in the
general store business at Sand
stone; also serving as village
treasurer.
I feel that my business exper-
fences and other qualifications
are such that if the voters of
Pine county entrust me with the
responsible position of Clerk of
District Court, I can render such
services as the office demands,
intelligently and honestly. 1
pledge myself and my efforts
beneficial to the interest of Pine
county.
Sincerely yours,
ROY n. SANDWICH
PAID ADVERTISEMENT and
inserted by Roy N. Sandwich of Sand
stone. Mimi. in his own behalf for which
regular advertising rates will be paid
Askov American., 1940-08-29

"Can 1 kiss your" asked a fellow
of his new girl after an evening of
sitting around and talking about the
weather. Il was beginning to wonder
if you could" she replied.
Askov American., 1940-08-29

Let American Want Ads do your
detective work.
Askov American., 1940-08-29

Classify to get crop of buyers.
Askov American., 1940-08-29

PAID SEMENT-Prepared and
inserted by Roy N. Sandwich of Sand
stone Mimi. in his own behalf for which
regular advertising rates will be paid.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-08-27
.$25 REMITTANCE
 GRANTED YOUTH
Fined SlOO for Operating With Suspended License;
 VaitOnis Held

Frank Cilfone. 20, of 9e7 Bank street, arrested last night on a charge of operating a motor vehicle while his license was suspended, was fined $100 and costs in city court today, but obtained a $25 remit tance.
 The youth was arrested by Patrol many Anthony George.
 Joseph Vaitons, 46, of 8s9 High land avenue, arrested last night on charges of keeping liquor with intent to sell, and selling liquor off the premises, was given a stay. Vai- tonis, who was arrested by Lieuts. Patrick Moylan and Patrick Hobart and Officer Joseph Cavanaugh, pos sess a beer permit for tavern at POP North Main street.
 John McKennerney, 59, vagrant, was sent to the New Haven county jail for 30 days.
 Other city court cases were dis posed as follows:
 Ralph c. Biondi, IS, of 116 Wall street, charged with speeding, nolle. $10; George Koras, 21, of Grove court, no license, $5: and Louis Agella, 2, of 92 Grove avenue, speeding, $10.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-08-27
MARY COSTELLO SUES FOR S5,OOO
Leonard Mecca Defendant in Action Based on Stair-
 way Fall

The docket of the court of conl- mon pleas becomes more crowded daily, as new cases are entered, to come up during the fall session of the court. Three suits for damages, ranging from $250 to $5,000 were filed at the court today.
 Mary Costello of this city seeks $5,OOO from Leonard Mecca, for a fall which she suffered on Feb. 9th O fthis year, on the premises of 150 Maple street. She claims that the fall was due to the negligence of the defendant in not taking action to repair the steps to the house, which were broken and in a dan- gerous condition when she fell on them. Atty. William K. Lawlor represents the plaintiff.
 Another suit seeking damages of 5000 was filed today by Marie Posa, acting through her father, against Adeline and Charles Berube, of Waterbury. It is charged that through the negligence of the de- fendant, Adeline Rerube, who drove up on the sidewalk at Plank road and Knoll street while having a driving lesson, Maries was injured painfully. She claims to have in- cured contusions, and strains, in addition to the nervous shock. Atty Francis J. Summa represents the plaintiff. :.
 Michael Jacobson of this city seeks $250 damages from Eddie Thibault, doing business at the French American restaurant, at 36s South Main street, for two unpaid notes totaling $20O owed him by the defendant.
 The case of Louis Scighano a. gainst Angelina Minicucci and oth- CTS was withdrawn from the dockei of the court today. Scigliano hae sought the foreclosure of a mortgage on machinery and equipment locat- ed at 415 Baldwin street, in addi- tion to sale of the fortgaged prop erty, and $1,000 damages.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-08-27
Proclamation
Mayor Scully Appeals to All Non-Citizens to Comply With Registration Act-No Stigma At
 tached States President Roosevelt

be mailed from Washington to every alien who registers which will serve as evidence of registra- tion, and
 WHEREAS, the Alien Registra- tion Act of 1940 provides that pen- alties for wilfully failing to re- gister or for knowingly furnish ing false information will result in arrest and, on conviction, fine of $10O0O0, imprisonment for 6 months, or both.
 NOW, THEREFORE. I Vincent A. Scully, Mayor of the City of Waterbury, Connecticut, direct that all possible publicity be given to the provisions of the Alien Registration Act of 1940 to the end that every alien will register at United States Post Office be- tween August 27 and December 26, 1940.
 In signing this act, President Roosevelt said:
 ''The registration .. does not carry with it any stigma or inn plication of hostility towards those who, while they may not be citi- zens, are loyal to this country and its institutions. Most of the aliens in this country are people who came here because they believed and had faith In the principles of American Democracy, and they are entitled to and must receive full protection of the law So that there may be no mis- understanding as to the definition of "alien", I may say that, gen. erally speaking, any person who was not born in the United States or in its possessions and who is not naturalized is an alien. Peo- pie who have first papers only are not yet citizens and, con- sequently, must register. If there be any doubt, register anyway and be on the safe side.
 The Alien Registration Act of 1940 is intended to aid and strengthen the National Defense Program and the cooperation of both citizens and aliens is of ut most importance. I urge every body to assist and encourage all aliens to register and to advise them to go to our local Post Of flee in Waterbury where all pos sible assistance and advice will be courteously furnished. Dated at Waterbury, Connecti- cut this twenty-seventh day of August, 1940.
 VINCENT A. SCULLY, Mayor
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-08-27

WHEREAS, the United States Department of Justice has re- quested the Mayors of all cities to cooperate in carrying out the pro- visions of the Alien Registration Act of 1940, and
 WHEREAS, the Alien Registra- tion Act of 1940 is a law recent ly passed by the Congress of the United States and commands the registration of all aliens, male or female, minor or adult, during the period between August 27, 1940 and December 26, 1940, and
 WHEREAS, all aliens must re- gister at a United States Post Office and all aliens over IA years of age must register and be finger printed; aliens under IA years Of age will not be finger printed un- til that age is reached, and
 WHEREAS, there is no charge, expense or fee in connection with registration and the alien should not pay anyone who claims he can register for him. Registration is absolutely free and every coop eration and courtesy will be ex- tended by post office officials and employees, and
 WHEREAS, 8 receipt card will
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-08-27

The pace of industrial activity uuickened in several areas of the state during the month of July, ac- cording to monthly situation reports of field office managers in the Un- employment Compensation division, it was announced today by Labor Commissioner Cornelius J. Danaher.
 Increased activity was noted par ticularly in the metal trades and some other industries participating in the National Defense program.
 Good business conditions were noted in the following areas; Bridgeport, Arsonia, Waterbury, New Britain, Torrington, New Lon don, and Bristol. Business continued steady in Hartford, Norwalk, Dan- bury, Stamford, New Haven, Mid- dletown, and Norwich. The slow areas were Meriden and Thompson vile. Conditions remained un- changed in Willimantic and Daniel son.
 Textiles Quiet.
 Although most of the metal trades plants have already felt the effects of the governments rearmament program, only a few orders have yet been placed in the textile and woolen goods industries. Most Of the latter anticipate orders in the near future, however, and look for ward to increased activity in the fall months.
 The acute shortage of skilled workers throughout the state con- tinued during July although in- creaSing numbers of youths were reported to be showing interest Tn the various training programs be- ing organized by the Governors Un- employment Commission in cooper ation with the state trade schools, employers, and the employment service.
 Migrations of workers from other states, most of whom are unskllled and without experience, are raising problems in some areas. Managers have been reluctant to send them to training schools while local appli- cants are still available.
 Compensable claims for unem- ployment compensation rose l per cent over June. but payments fell l 10 per cent below those for June Placements decreased g per cent be- low those for June but were 2s per cent higher than in July, 1859
 Pickup Here.
 An acceleraticn in the volume ot business coming into the Waterbury area was noted during July. This was most noticeable in the brass goods industry where awards of gov ernment contracts were recently made. A decided improvement ir the employment situation was also noted both in employment service placements and in rehirings by in- dustrial concerns.
 Except for the shortage in skilled machinists and toolmakers ant skilled machine specialists. the loca industrial labor supply has beer adeauate. In anticipation of a de- mard for skilled operators. an in' tenslve training course In mechanic was opened on July 20 with an en- rollment of 70 boys. A night cours' will De started in the near future it Is planned.
 No general wage increases or de creases have been reported. Cancelled openings during th month wero 30, divided as follows Commercial and professional, !
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-08-27
BANKER, SLAYER
 THEN SUICIDE

Belfast, Me, Aug. 27-OP)-A Maine banker slew his wife and his mother -in-law ana Shen committed suicde after firing their summer cottage at Swan lake, authorities ruled today.
 County Attorney Hilliard Buzzell said double murder and suicide was shown by autopsies which disclosed that wilbur Blodgett, 54, manager of the Searsport branch of the Mer- Till Trust Co. of Bangor, shot his wife Erma in the head bludgeoned her mother, Mrs. Edith Barker, 75, and then shot himself.
 The charred bodies were found in smouldering ruins of the cottage early yesterday after firemen from Belfast and Searsport saved neigh boring summer camps. A revolver lay near Blodgett's body. Police said the motive apparently grew from domestic affairs and was un- connected with his business.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-08-27
Reminiscent Story
 In Current Picture
Miss Julia Smith Exploited Silent Version of The Sea
 Hawk"-State Theater Manager Has Had Career

songs," which were popular hits in those days. At IT she was superviS- ing and buying films for five the aters in Boston and vicinity. Today she is believed to be the only wom- an manager of first class motion picture theaters in New England and rated "tops" in her profession.
 Assigned Here
 It was shortly after her success full tour as advance agent that Miss Smith was selected in 1924 to re- turn to Waterbury and take over the management of the Strand theater. It marked the start of a period of service that is now a rec ord for the Warner Brothers CT cult.
 On March 31, 1929, Miss Smith added to her managerial responsi- bilities the new State theater. IIl- cidentally, it was during the previ- ous year or in November. 1928, the first "talkie" motion picture was shown in Waterbury. It was "The Singing Fool" and a chap named Al Jolson was starred.
 During the years that have since passed, Miss Smith has selected thousands of pictures for the en- tertainment of Waterbury theater- goers. Some have been acclaimed for Academy Awards. All have pos sessed some pleasing features tc countless numbers of fans, but il is not to wonder why "The Sea Hawk" and its matchless technique in motion picture photography re- vive memories for Miss Smith. Il has its memories!
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-08-27
TWO MOTORISTS
 ARRESTED TODAY
Third Nabbed for Selling Liquor Without Permit
 By Vice Squad

Three persons were arrested to- day, two charged with violating the motor vehicle law, the third charged with a liquor law violation. All three were notified for city court tomorrow.
 Charged with selling liquor with out a permit was Anthony Baran- uki, 43, of 78 Hill street, arrested by vice squad men.
 Motor Patrolman Vincent Begg preferred a charge of violating the rules of the road against Frank Tarco, 42, of 651 Wilson street. Marie Mastrantuone. A, of GA Gar den Hill road, was charged with speeding by Motor Patrolman Joseph Lovallo.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-08-27

Below Strength
 Although all are at peace-time levels, the Army, Navy, Marine Corps and National Guard are be- low authorized strengths. The Army's goal is 375,000 men, and is getting more than 30,000 recruits each month. The National Guards authorized strength is 235, 900 men,
 The Navy, which accepted 9,08s recruits during July, has an author ized strength of 10000 men. It is planning to expand training centers at Great Lakes, H., Norfolk, Va. Newport, R. l., and San Diego Calif., to meet expansion for 1.-two ocean" Navy. These stations have been training about 5000 men per month but will be expanded to handle 1000 by October l, and 1o,- 900 by January 1, 1941.
 The Marines have nearly reached their authorized strength of 32,00C men. They recruited 7,19S during July.
 War Department and budgetary officials are working on details o1 the costs of the projected National Guard mobilization and conscrip. ton programs. It was estimated that Congress probably would be asked to appropriate about 1865 coo, 900 for the 935,000 Guardsmen Reserve Officers, and drafteers, who would see service during the current fiscal year ending July 1 1941 i present plans are approved.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-08-27
LABOR BOARD HAS
 NO CHAIRMAN

Washington, Aug. N-(UP)-The National Labor Relations Board, the subject of more controversy than any other New Deal agency, was without a chairman today.
 Chairman J. Warren Madden's term expired last midnight without any word from President Roosevelt whether he would re-appoint him for another term or name some one else.
 Expiration of Madden's five-year term also left the board without a third vote to decide between the views of members Edwin s. Smith and William M. Leiserson who dis agree on both administration and policy.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-08-27
SEN. CHARLES M'NARY ACCEPTS
Running Mate of Willkie Meets 10000 Persons in His Home Town
Rv T. E GALE

United Press Staff Correspondent)
 Salem, Ore, Aug. 27.-(UP)-A few miles from the farm on which he was born, Sen. Charles L. Mo- Nary today climaxes his political ca reer by accepting the Republican vice-preside nomination.
 Before perhaps 60,000 persons he will sound the keynote on which he bases his candidacy as running- mate to Presidential Candidate Wendell Willkie.
 The ceremony will be held at the state fairgrounds here in the state capital. On the platform with Mc- Nary will be B members of the of- fcial notification committee-a par ty leader from each state, territory and poSSeSSion-and dignitarieS high | in the official life of Oregon, the Pacific northwest and the nation. Presiding will be Joseph w. Mar tin, Jr., of Massachusetts, minority leader in the House of Representa- tiyes and chairman of the Repubh- can national committee. He will in- troduce Gov. Harold E. Stassen of Minnesota, who in turn will present McNary and formally notify him Of the nomination.
 There were seating facilities at the fairgrounds for only 18,000 per- sons but officials said at least 50,- 900 would crow dinto the park. Many will only hear the ceremony. They will stand in corners of the park from which they will be unable to see the speakers platform.
 | Holiday in Town.
 Most of the business houses and all the state and municipal offices were closed in this capital city of less than 30,00O persons-its popu- lation now swelled to twice normal size.
 Almost every window in the city was decorated with "Willkie-Mc- Nary" banners and signs welcoming home Charlie Mac" the name by which McNary is known to thou sands of personal acquaintances in the Pacific northwest.
 He was to be host at luncheon for the notification committee, then go to the fair grounds in late after noon for the ceremony which was to be broadcast by the three majol networks. The ceremony was to be- gin at 4:30 p. m. (8:30 p. m. EDT)
 At the fair grounds McNary will be only five miles from the farm where he was born 66 years ago and
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-08-27
State Theater Manager

"The Sea Hawk" returns again to Waterbury this week with Errol Flynn, the Robin Hood of the Sea, as one of the galaxy of stars in the cast. It's streamlmed "talkie," one of those film masterpieces that modern motion picture technique occasionally fashions.
 Manager
 But it's not Errol Flynn that IS the motif of this little reminiscent story. It is the manager of the State Theater where "The Sea Hawk" is featured that prompts this little reminiscent story, a story that bridges the gap between "Then" and "Now" and serves to illustrate the gigantic strides the motion picture industry has made in its efforts to entertain millions of patrons daily.
 Miss Julia Smith preceded the 1924 version of "The Sea Hawk" to Waterbury as representative of the First National Pictures. She was the advance agent and it was part of her official duties to make the theAter-going public conscious of the big feature that was making history ill the old Strand Theater Today, of course, Miss Smith wei comes the 1o40 "talkie" version oi "The Sea Hawk" to Waterbury ir her capacity as manager.
 In her 1924 role Miss Smith was making her debut as advance agent and adding to her varied experi' ences. For at the age of IA wher most young girls are contemplating Thigh school careers" Miss Smitf was assisting her uncle in Boston He was interested in several the atricai enterprises and Miss Julili was employed in the dual capacity cashier and singer of illustrated
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-08-27
$l4O,OOO BAIL
 FOR 2 BROTHERS

Somerville, Mass, Aug. 27-(UP) Total bail of $14o,00o was set for two Somerville brothers who plead ed innocent to arson charges today in connection with $100,o00 fire which swept the Somerville Fuel Co.,, Inc, plant Saturday.
 Both were held for the grand jury.
 The unusually high bail of $70,- 900 each for Marvin T. Fullerton 25, who allegedly confessed setting the fire for thrill" and his broth CT Harry, 19, was ordered by Dis trict Judge Charles F. Gadsby al the request of State Fire Marshal Stephen c. Garrity.
 Harry, implicated by his bother denied involvement in the case, po- lice said.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-08-27
STATE TROOPER
 NOTIFIES KIN
Body of Man Killed Near Prospect Claimed By
 Brother

State police last night located George Patkus, of Shelton, a brother of Joseph Patkus, 55, of Prospect, and the only survivor of the man, killed by an automobile early yesterday morning on the East Mountain road, Prospect.
 Patkus' body was removed to a local funeral home. Arrangements for the funeral are incomplete.
 Patkus, who was killed by an au- tonobile operated by Joseph L. Lango, Jr., 20, of Cooke road, Pros pect, remained unidentified until late yesterday afternoon when he was identified by That Hotchkiss of Prospect, his employer. His brother was then located by the troopers.
 Lango was released on his own recognizance by Deputy Coroner Miles F. McNiff, Jr., pending a finding. The accident occurred dur ing a misty rain. Lango told police he tried to stop several passing cars after the accident, but tht drivers refused to stop.