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The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-08-03

Mrs. Harry Skrapolski of Cobb street became the. bride of Ralph Stango of Seymour street. Water bury.
 The matron of honor was Mrs. Ann Cizauskas and the bridesmaid Miss Ann Podobinsky and the best man was John Cizauskas, the usher being Walter Skrapolski.
 The church was prettily decorat- ed with palms and flowers of the season. The organist. Mrs. Maud Donahue arranged special program of wedding music.
 Rev. Thomas McGarry, pastor of the church performed the ceremony and nuptial Mass which followed in the presence of large gathering of relatives and friends.
 The bride wore a Vela Ray gown with a sweeping length train sweet heart neckline model by Alix-finger tip veil of Illusion caught in cap shape by orange blossoms and car- ried shower bouquet sweetheart roses and sweet breath.
 The matron of honor wore gown of mize net with V neckline, short sleeves and trimmed with black lace a large leghorn hat and carried a bouquet of tea roses with yellow ribbon bow.
 The bridesmaid wore a gown oi pink net with satin yoke square neckline short puffed sleeves and wore little veil hat with pink flow CTS and carried a bouquet of pink roses with blue bow
 The bride'- mother wore a blue print dress with white accessories and corsage Of roses. A reception was held at the home of the bride for about 100 guests.
 The brides gift to the matron oi honor and the bridesmaid were neck chains with crosses and the groom presented the best man and ushel with wallets.
 Later in the day MT. and Mrs Stango left for an unannouncet wedding trip by motor, the bride wearing navy blue polka dot sill dress with white accessories.
 On their return from their we'd ding trip they will reside on Eddy street, Oakville.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-08-03
10000 WORKERS
 ASSIGNED SCHOOLS
Training Program for WPA Employees Devel-
 ops Rapidly

Rapidly approaching full devel opment of the training program fol WPA employees ill rational defense industries, more than 10000 projecr workers have been assigned te schools designed to fit them fol skilled work in private employment Colonel F. c. Harrington, Works Project commissioner, announced today.
 Approximately 6,o00 WPA workers were assigned to training schools in the last week, officials reported, and 8 steady increase is indicated throughout August in assignments to these "refresher" courses.
 Immediate demand for trained men was reported by schools in sev- eral states. In some cases trainees found private employment shortly after entering the schools.
 At Kokomo, Indiana, five skilled WPA workers had been placed in private employment less than two weeks after the school opened. A Kansas City, Missouri, school, short ly after opening, received call for 10 tc 20 hand riveters from local manufacturer, as a result of a "de- fense" contract, and has had daily inquiries from other employers. Of- flcials of this school said practically all the men enrolled had consider able experience in the types of work now in demand and should be able to meet the requirements with brief retraining.
 A shipyard at Pascagoula, Missis- sippi, advised WPA officials that il would take all the welders the train- ing school could supply. Additional electric welding equipment for its training courses has been provided to meet this type of defense need Because of similar demands for skilled workers in Idaho, an increase in forging equipment has been or dered.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-08-03
SOUTH END

The decision as to the superiority between the South End and the Waterville senior volley ball teams still hangs in the balance. Each of the teams had won one game up until last night, and yesterdays struggle was called on account of darkness. The deciding game is now scheduled for next week.
 A large number of the play ground children is expected to par ticipate in the "on wheel" show which is to be held at South End next Wednesday.
 Roy Cyr and Roger Bellemore are conducting the popular airplane model class at the playground.
 Rehearsals for the playground's musical revue will begin on Mon- day at St. Ann's parish hall. Sev- eral children have already signi- fled their intention to take part ln the show. Among the would-be par ticipants are Albert Graveline Claire Banbault, Violet Viellette, Marie Guervieno Joan Stack Phillip Berube, Jeanne Parent, Joseph Guervieno, Roland Desarmeau, Je- rome Davis, Ann Marie Nardozi Vivian Rulli, Lucy LePizzo, Theresa Davesca, Ellen Valaitis and Dorothy Perro. The proceeds of the musicale will defray the costs of the pageant and the annual outing.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-08-03

 FOR INSTRUCTOR
Man Teaching Brothers How to Drive When Car
 Strikes Pedestrian

Francis ,. Sherman. s2. Of ss William street, who was arrested on technical charge of violating the rules of the road yesterday after his brother, whom he was teaching to drive, struck and injured . pe- destrian on Bank street. was given a continuance today until August 10.
 Police said the car, operated by Robert Sherman, 27, failed to make a turn into Liberty street, and knocked down Philip Martino, 56. of 493 Congress avenue, slightly in- turing him.
 Howard Judd, 29, of 328 North Main street, charged with violating the rules of the road, was fined S and costs. Judd was involved In slight accident on West Main street yesterday, according to pc lice.
 William E. Handyside, 90, of Plantsville, was fined $l0 without costs on a charge of speeding July 19.
 Several nolles and continuances in motor vehicle cases were also grant, ed.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-08-03
EXAMS TO FILL
 FOUR POSITIONS

The United States Civil Service commission announces open com petitive examination for stenogra- phers and typists. to fill four posi- tions open in Washington, D. c. Applications may be received until August IS, and are available ct Room 107 at the local post ofilce.
 The positions in question are senior stenographer. at sl620 Q year: junior stenographer, sl440 c year: senior typist. si440, and junior typ- ist, $1260. They are open to both men and women. Only applicants between. the ages of i8 and 53 will be considered by the commission Information regarding the exami- nations or the vacancies may be se- cured ct Room i07 in the local post once.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-08-03
Playground Actiuities

and Robert gSimmona. Jack Walsh and Thomas Vance were judges.
 Richard Walsh, James Klobedanz and William Sullivan found lucky peanuts and received prizes in the peanut hunt in which 35 children participated.
 Jack Delaney si still taking the names of all the children who are interested in participating in track and field events at Fuller street. If enough interest is shown, meets with other fairgrounds about the city will be scheduled.
 Costumes for the cast in the play ground circus are now nearly com- pleted, and will be distributed to tn eparticipants in the near future.
 The girls volley ball team was defeated by the Washington Park girls on Tuesday, 15-8 and 16-14. The mems team also lost out this week, in struggle with Farilawn, the latter winning 15-13, 8-15, and 15-8.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-08-03
DEATH CLAIMS THOMAS MACEE
Porter Street Resident, Assessor Is Years; Bar
 bara Ward Feted
WATERTOWN Correspondent: Mary Cosgr0ve
 Phone SIS

Thomas Francis Magee of Porter street died suddenly late Friday afternoon. He was born July 19, 1875 in Zion, Tyrone County, Ireland, and came to Watertown in 1887. He was a 32nd degree Mason, mem- Der of Columbia Lodge, Knights of Pythias, a vestryman of Christ church, and member of the board of assessors for 18 years.
 He is survived by his wife, Kath- erine Moore Magee, a daughter, Mrs Otis Wakefield of White Plains. New York and 6 brother John J. Magee of Watertown.
 Funeral arrangements will be an- nounced later.
 Mrs. Lester Ward of Cutler street entertained in honor of her daugh- ter Barbara's eighth birthday Fri day afternoon Games, a treasure hunt and peanut hunt were en- joyed.
 Those who attended were Louis and Jean Hayward, Priscilla Young, Eugene Roberts, Bruce and Kenneth 0CChACy, 0OU d140 0d1 bhk& Wd4Qs The color scheme was yellow and white.
 Grover ODonnell of Depot street and Marcel Plchette of Cherry ave- nue leave Sunday with the National Guard for Plattsburg, New York. MT. and Mrs. F. N. Catherman and son of the Ltchfield road are spending the month of August at Long Meadow Pond, Bethlehem. Conn.
 Miss Mabel Currier and Mrs. Elinor Cunningham are on 6 trip to California.
 MT. and Mrs. Ackley Shove and family have moved from North street to the Neagle House on Hill- crest avenue.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-08-03
FULTON PARK

Preparations for the coming track meet are going on apace at the Fulton Park playground, with three practice sessions scheduled every week, until the meet, which is sched- uled for Aug. IA. The meet with Waterville will takep lace next Fri day morning, and the supervisors are attempting to arrange individ- ual meets with Division street and Washington Park.
 Among the events of the coming week will be fun night, on Thurs day, with prizes galore, and fun for everyone who participates or att tends There will also be programs of games and community sings on Tuesday and Wednesday evenings The annual Ion wheels" contest will be directed by Virginia Barry and Mary Russell Thursday afternoon.
 The Fulton volley ball team went down to defeat last night at the hands of the Division street team 15-4, 2-15, and 15-7.
 An active hiking club has been formed at the playground, and twenty-five of the boys who belong enjoyed a hike to Greystone last Friday. Next Thursday another ex- petition will go to Wolcott. Boys who went on the trip to Greystone include: Michael Mistico, Sonny Titor, David German, Edward Kar- velis, Wilbur Clark, Frank Carm- melletti, Louis Carmmelletti, Robert Clark, Anthony Rainone Robert Mancini, William Ahern, John Rainione, Robert Schuyler, John Johnson, Edward Dickman, Sonny Javasile, Robert McEvoy, Raymond Perrigini, Moses Rivkin, Robert Greece. The hike was led by Super visor Al Schivone who was assisted by Nick La Russo, Frank D'Andres and Bruce Lucian.
 The baseball schedule for next week has been announced by Ray. mond Cronan as follows: Aug. 5 Monday, g a. m., Senior league, Owls vs. Cadets; Junior league, 10:3( a. m.. Cracker Hill vs. Trojans; Tuesday, Aug. 6, g a. m., Seniol league, Corsairs vs. Silver Stars, 10:s0. Cadets vs. Nationals. Wednes. day, Aug. 2, g a. m., Senior league Silver Stars vs. Sites; Midge' league, 10:30 a. m., Red Devils vs Loafers.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-08-03
Division Street

The Division street boys volley ball team easily defeated the Fulton park team last night 15-4, 15-7 Michael DeRita, Ralph Capuano John Zinolli, Mario Scardetti, Nicky Perugini, Dorothy Moody, Anthony Cocchiolo, Christine Jacavino Eddie Jacavino, Carmine Aloisi, Rita Jan- etto, Theresa DeRita, Irving Colman, Steve Houdobanko, Tommy Mc- Grath, and John Russett participated in a scavenger hunt at the play ground last night. Nicky Perugini and Anthony Cocchiolo were the winners.
 Carmine DeFio. August Ciresi, Rocco Lucia, Eddie Jacavino, and Irving Colman became the charter members of the Division street Trail Blazers club Thursday. All the boys went on hike to the Waterville caves on that day together with a group from Fulton. Al Schiavone and John Scully were the supervisors in charge.
 Fun night was observed Wednes- day at the playground. Potato, re- lay, sack, three-legged, wheelbarrow and long distance individual races for both boys and girls were fea- tured. The lively sister team of Dorothy and Josephine Day captured all the girls partner races and Jose phine won the individual with Dor othy taking the potato. AS for the boys, Dom Scarlato a nd Armand Gagustino won the three-legged, Santo and Joe Veneziano the wheel barrow, Winford Trotman the sack, Frank Jironimo the potato, and Nicky Sciarretta the long distance individual race.
 The track team under the direc- tion of Phil Cohen has been practic- ing in preparation for meet with Waterville next week. Next Tuesday toy show will be held.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-08-03
soDALITY TO MEET

The Children of Mary Sodality of St. Joseph's Parish will hold a meeting tomorrow following the 8 o'clock Mass at which the sodality will assist in @ body and receive Holy Communion. The meeting will be held in the auditorium on John street. It is very urgent that all members be present for this session. Important matters will be discussed about the activities of the organiza- ton for the coming fall. Mary Alu- bauslzas Is president.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-08-03
Sam Laudate Wins
 Playground Contest
Proves Best Paddle Tennis Server-McKenna Funera
 Held Here This Morning
OAKVILLE
Correspondents Mae Villa Babin 1877 watertown Avenue

Oakville, Aug. 3-A Paddle Tennis Serve Contest was the feature of the playground yesterday. Entries were: Sam Laudate, Billy Durate, ellie Kazlauskas, Pauline Desjardin, Mar ion Giannini, Helene Hirsch, Albert Despardin, Edmund Desjardin, Mar ion Giannini, Helene Hirsch, Albert Desjardin, Edmund Desjardin, Mar ion Connolly, Elizabeth Laudate, AL fred Sprano, Anthony Durante, Tommy Janetty, Norman Dains and Robert Dains. First place was won by Sam Laudate; second, by Marion Giannini; third place winner tied Albert Desjardin and Pauline Des- jardin and Elizabeth Laudate.
 Sunday Church Services
 St. Mary Magdalen church: Rev. Thomas McGarry, pastor; Masses will be celebrated at 7:30, 800 and at 10:30 o'clock a. m.
 A mass will be celebrated in the basement for the children of the parish followed by Sunday school.
 Funeral
 The funeral of William P. McKenns of Rosette streeb was held from the Lunny funeral home, Central ave- nue, this morning at 9:15 o'clock to St. Mary Magdale's church where a solemn high Mass will be celebrated at 10 o'clock with Rev. Thomas Mo- Garry as celebrant, assisted by Rev. Albert Callahan of the Sacred Heart church.
 The bearers were: Thomas Lillis Bart Flyn, Emile Chapius, T. Burns, Keron Klely' and Peter. Petuicci. Burial was in the family plot in Calvary cemetery with committal services conducted by Father Mo Garry.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-08-03
FULLER STREET

The highlights of the playground program at Fuller street were a novelty night on Wednesday, and c peanut hunt which took place the following evening. Both events were popular and well-attended.
 About 50 children participated in the novelty races. The following were awarded prizes: Banana race, James Mazurski; wheelbarrow race, John L. Sullivan and William Ar- mour: cracker relay. Billy Rupen- sky, Danny Fratoddi, Billy Armour
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-08-03
LOYAL TO. HOME TEAM

Lum and Abner are avid baseball fans. Relaxing after work in their first picture, Voco's Dreaming Out Loud," for RKO Radio, the famous pair can usually be seen at the Hol- lywood baseball park roofing for the "Hollywoo Stars" club.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-08-03
MAUREEN AS DANCER

Offering her c far lighter role than she portraye in ''The Hunch- back of Notre Dame" and "A Bill of Divorcement," lovely Maureen OHara. sensational Irish star, is seen as an ambitious dancer in RKO Radios Dance. Girl. Dance." Q mu- sical extraYaGanza.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-08-03
Feels Explanation Needed.

One prominent Millville resident who signed the petition said he did so because he felt that the Millville residents should be given an oppor- tunity to learn denitely and in ex- plicit detail just why school which has been there so many years was ordered closed by the board. He added he felt Millville residents are at least entitled to this explanation.
 It is probable residents of Millville will stress the fact that improve ments have been made at the school recently, and that there are younger children who, some feel, are too young to be transported to another school. There are six grades at Millville school, three in one room, and three in another room.
 There is also some speculation as to whether residents of Pond Hill will be on hand to add protest on the closing of the Pond Hill school. Several years ago residents of the Pond Hill section protested so ably that the board virtually reversed it. self. It seems likely that if Pond Hill residents are not on hand at the August 29th session, they will attend the next meeting if the board should reopen the Millville school
 Dr. Charles Kennedy at the last session proposed that Millville and Pond Hill schools be closed as well as Bebe street school, after Supt, of ccb01c IT r Chittendpn had rec commended the closing of the Beebe street school and of the special room at the Hop Brook school. Dr. Ken nedy at that time said he felt it was only fair to the children of the Beebe street district that children in the other outside districts be treated alike. The board was unanimous in its vote on the closing of the three schools and the special room.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-08-03
No Indication As
 To New Fire Chief
Garden Dept. of WOmen's Club Arranges Extensive Program for l94O-4I
NAUGAT TUcN
COrr.sDOndent: wm. ]. Ba1ter-Phons Nauratuck ssss

street school. At that time the req son for the closing of the school may have been given in detail.
 At the actual scheduled meeting which was open to the press and to the public, the board quickly ap- proved Improvements at the Futile house and did not discuss the clos ing of the. Beebe street, Pond Hill and Millville schools to much ex- tent.
 It was stated officially that the reasons for the closings were to benefit the children in an education al way and economy.
 Had the board gone into detail for its reasons for closing the school, had it given some denite advance notice it planned such closing at the meeting and so given itself the opportunity to hear both sides of the question, it might have fairly met all objections and the situa- tion might be definitely settled now.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-08-03
STANGO-SKRAPOLSKI

Oakville, Aug. 3-An attractive wedding took place this morning at 800 o'clock at St. Mary Magdalen'S church when Miss Frances Jean Skrapolski daughter of MT. and
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-08-03
BARRIAR POLICEMAN

Edgar Barriar plays his first fllm role as the police commishioner in the polarization of Ethel Vance's novel, Escape"
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-08-03

To supply fiashiight batteries tD Britain Q new factory hes been started in Belgium.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-08-03
Few Apply


 Only about 20 applied to the local registrars yesterday at the first session for party enrolment and for correcting the caucus lists. The final session will be held in the Town Hall next Friday from noon until g p. m.
 Briefs
 MT. and Mrs. Joseph Burnett of New Haven road are vacationing in Norway, Me.
 Dr. Victor c. Meadors of Highland avenue is vacationing for two weeks in Illinois. having left yes- terday.
 MT. and Mrs. Oliver w. Holmes and son of Elmwood street are on a motor trip to Maine.
 Miss Harriet Long of Convoy, Ohio, who has been visiting MT. and Mrs. Marshall H. Long of Elmwood street, has returned to her home. Mrs. Lewis c. Warner of Hillside avenue has as her guest, her daugh- ter. Miss Emily Warner. of New York City.
 Samuel I. Lyons of Park avenue, who has been on 6 business trip to Chicago. has returned.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-08-03

Mrs. John Mitchell and son John, have returned to their home after spending two weeks at Indian Neck.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-08-03
To Fill Vacancies

The board will also have at least three posts to fill, one that of Mrs Joseph Reynolds, the former Helen Brennan, who taught in the high school. Another is that of Miss Lil- Han Deegan, grammar school teach- CT, who is to be married this month The marriage of Miss Marguerite DWowling, also a grammar school teacher. is expected to taket place this month. It is possible there will be other vacancies before the board meets.
 Schools open here on September 4 so the board will have to complete its business thoroughly at the ses- sion this month.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-08-03
Funeral of MT. Radwick

The funeral of Edward Radwick, "A, of 46 Pond street, will be held this afternoon at 1:30 at the Buck miller funeral home, 9 Park place. Rev. Edward R. Hance, pastor of the Congregational church, will off, ciate. Burial will be in Grove ceme- tery.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-08-03
Meet Tuesday

A supper meeting of the Past Poca- hontas club will be held Tuesday night at the home of Mrs. Charles Dwy of Cherry Hill road, being scheduled for p. m. The supper will be served outdoors.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-08-03
Ends Vacation

Patrolman John Michalchus, who has been enjoying his annual two weks vacation, will return to work tomorrow.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-08-03

Miss Alice O'Neill, staff member of the state board of rural education, Naugatuck district, is enroute to the west coast, planning stops at Chi cago. Denver, Colorado and Wiscon- sin. She will attend the San Fran cisco exposition.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-08-03

MT. and Mrs. Ackley Shove and family have moved from North street to the Neagle House on Hill- crest avenue.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-08-03

Miss Mabel Currier and Mrs. Elinor Cunningham are on 6 trip to California.
The Key West citizen., 1940-10-18
Didn't Follow Text

Wantcd-by the National De
fcnse COmmiSSion-a stenograph-
ic transcript of Secretary of the
Navy Knox recent speech before
graduates of the National Police
Academy in which he warned ag-
gresSor nations that the United
States is ready to meet any chal-
lengc.
The story behind the story is
this. Secretary Knox prepared
his speech and, as is customary.
allowed the Navy press informa-
tiOn department to release the
official text in advance. The rub
came when the secretary, speak
ing without notes. made his
speech a good deal more forceful
than the official text. The de-
fenSe commission. which must
base much of its program on de-
partmental policies. has been
calling all over Washington to
try to find some one who made
a stenOgraphic transcript of the
Secretary'S address.
If the defense commission
wants a tip, there just wasn't
any made and they will have to
take the reportorial word of the
boys who covered it that that's
exactly what Mr.. Knox said.
The Key West citizen., 1940-10-18
DISQUALIFIED LIST
PUBLISHED TODAY
CONTAINS 202 NAMES STRICK-
EN- FROM VOTING
LISTS

Supervisor of Registration John
England. by order of the county
commissioners. authorizes the
publication of the disqualified
list of voters in this issue of The
Citizen. appearing on page three.
The list is concluded with an
announcement that a restoration
meeting will be held by the COM
miSsioncrS on Friday, October
25th, at 800 p. M, at which any
person on the list may appear
and present plea to be restored.
List of qualified voters will ap-
pear in the October 26th issue of
The Citizen. Printing of ballots
has been ordered and will be
ready for delivery early next
week, il was stated this morn
ing.
The Key West citizen., 1940-10-18
OVERLIN GIVES
TELEPHONE info
SPOKE ON VOCATIONAL PRO
GRAM AT ROTARY CLUB
MEETING

Howard Overlin. manager of
the Key West Southern Bell Of
flee, gave vocational talk on
his conIpany'S business at the
Rotary Club meeting yesterday
noon.
He stated that the company
pays taxes totalling $8.35 a year
on each telephone in the state to
the state and federal government
and that there are $4,000 sub
scribers in Florida handling a
total of 100000 calls daily. Key
West station totalled 1864, COM
pairing with 835 fours years ago.
Vim. v Little broke out his
mouth organ and entertained the
ROtes with several numbers. all
played to the same tune. Baby
ROtarians A. Maitland Adams
and Earl Adams were present and
the following guests:
Capt Robert F. Slingluff, guest
OF Steve Singleton and RO-
tartan L. c. Whitehead, of San
Antonio. Tex.
Announcement was made that
the club would cooperate with
the High School PIT A. in spOn-
SOring an essay contest among
students at that school Six win
nerS will be reWarded-three
boys and three girls.