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The Waterbury Democrat., 1941-03-04
FOW ELECTED BY
 FISH, GAME GROUP
Plans Completed for z3rd Annual Smoker Thurs
 day Night, March 20

Joseph G. Fow was elected presi- dent of the Waterbury Fish and Game Club last night at the annual meeting at Largay's Tap Room at- tended by approximately l50 mem- bers who enjoyed a business meet ing, refreshments and moving pic- lures.
 Alfred Drescher was named vice. president: Floyd Wooster, second vice-president; Roland Klobedanz third vice-president; William A. Kunschner, secretary; John D. Ad- ans, treasurer; and Howard G, Rice, retiring president, who has held that post for two years, Lea man s. Harvey, Charles A. Temple ton, William J. Lattimer, James Baker, Clarence Brown and John Lawlor, members of the executive committee.
 Tickets for the 23d annual smoker and entertainment at the Water bury Women's Club, Thursday even- ing, March 20, were distributed. It was announced that a vaudeville show will be presented.
 Refreshments were served last night by the chief steward, Clifton T. Johnson. Howard Simmons pre- sented the latest in sport pictures and news reels with sound effects.
 Edward Nelson, chairman of the land committee, reported that the club now has about 5000 acres of land available for hunting for the coming season. About 50 new members were admitted last night.
 John D. Adams, club treasurer. reported that last year was most successful with Q substantial cash balance showing in the treasury.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1941-03-04

rendered by Professor F. F. liar. mon, organist, with William O'Brien as soloist.
 The bearers, all associates of MT. storm at the Southern New England Ice %. included: John Currie, John Biederman, Michael DeProspo, Louis Rein, John Rossi and Victor Vadnais.
 Burial was in Calvary cemetery with services by Father OLeary.
 The funeral of Wilfred A. Ken neatly of 182 Chestnut avenue will be held tomorrow at 8:30 o'clock from the Bergin Funeral Home, 200 East Main street, to St. Mar garet's church where 8 solemn high Mass of requiem will be celebrated at 9 o'clock. Burial will be in new St. Francis cemetery. Friends may call ct the funeral home this after noon and evening.
 Members of the Chase Foremens Association will meet tonight at 7:30 o'clock in front of the funeral home.
 The funeral of Timothy J. Gull foile, former foreman in the city street department and an active member of the Democratic party here, will be held tomorrow inorn- ing at 8:30 from his home at 40 West Liberty street, to St. Patrick's church for Q solemn high Mass at 9 o'clock. Burial will be in new St. Joseph's cemetery. Friends may call at the home this evening and to- morrow afternoon and evening.
 Funeral services for Mrs. Ada Hallam Burton, who died Sunday morning at her home at the age of 95, were held this morning at II o'clock at the Alderson Funeral Home, 70 Central avenue.
 Rev. Samuel Budde, vicar of Christ Chapel, officiated at the funeral. Burial was in old Pine Grove cemetery at the convenience of the family.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1941-03-04
PUBLIC SPEAKERS
 CUESTSATP PARTY
Two TOastmasters Ofici- ate at Dinner CIimaxing
 Class Sessions

The closing session of the effective speaking class came to an oratorical end last night at the central Y. M c. A. with after dinner speeches Miss Mary L. Martin, teacher, low. cred the barriers and words came steadily from IT speakers as they said their stints.
 George w. Haynor. president oi the Waterbury Public Speaking club, was guest of honor.
 The toastmasters. Miss c. Ere. chette and A. Hampson. kept tho yoluable pace going while they called on the graduates who were, pr. L. Thibault. Miss Dorothy Buell. Irenee Bergeron. Miss Margaret Dillon. Miss Cyaire BeFnier. Johr Gov. Miss Carol Hale, Miss MaTior vsn Dusen. Miss L. Frechette. Rob. ert Green. Richard Hale and Davie Hyde,
The Waterbury Democrat., 1941-03-04
APPRAISAL FILED ON PEPE ESTATE
Late Resident of Bucks Hill Leaves Assets of
 $l7,749

Inventory of the estate of the late Vincenzo Pope, who died on Janu- ary 1 after lengthy illness, show ing assets of $l7,749.26, was filed in probate court this morning.
 Property on Bucks Hill, where the deceased resided for many years, and shares in the Waterbury Build ing and Loan Association comprise the bulk of the estate. The former valuation was set at 5000, the lat ter, 50 shares, $5,000.
 A fifth interest in the' estate of Antonio Pope of New Haven was appraised at $2,500. Included also in the inventory were: Bank de- posit, Citizens and Manufacturers National Bank, $549.28; farm equip- ment, $l00; and 3l head of cattle, $500.
 MT. Pope had been a resident of Waterbury 43 years prior to his death. He came to this city from Italy where he was born.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1941-03-04
RICKENBACKER IS
 MUCH IMPROVED

Atlanta, Ga, March 4.-(UP)-- Capt. Eddie v. Rickenbacker "is definitely on the uptrend' and ap- parently has weathered a crisis in his fight to recover from plane crash injuries, his physician, Dr. Floyd McRae, said at Piedmont hospital today.
 Death could only be caused now by complications setting in," Dr. McRae said after examining the fa- nous World war flyer and president of Eastern Air Lines this morning 'srhere are no signs of such com plications as yet. His condition is no longer very critical but still serious '
The Waterbury Democrat., 1941-03-04
Missionaries Praise
 Work Of Local Club
Newly Formed Mission Group Achieving Marked Suc'
 cess; Plan Elaborate Fashion Show, and Party

history and the achievements of the various branches of the st. Francis Order and remarked that 1t gave him great personal happiness to re- turn to Waterbury and find a group of men and women anxious to render service in the promotion of the mis- sions, the fulflllment of Christ's in- structions to the Apostles. He invoked Gods blessing on the work of the club.
 In his message of congratulations Father Sullivan expressed himself most grateful for the cooperation shown by officers and members of the club for their enthusiastic in- terest and generosity in furthering the varied program of activitis.
 Reports were made at the meeting on the progress of plans for the coming card party and fashion show to be held under the auspices of the club at The Elton Wednesday evening, March 18th. The event is expected to prove one of the most attractive in years as indicated by the citywide interest shown to date and by the requests made for reser- vations. Various societies of the city are sending delegations to the func- ton. By special request @ section will be reserved for members of va rious Holy Name society units which compressed desire to cooperate in the commendable undertaking, the raising of funds to carry on the work of the Francisan Order.
 A representative committee is functioning in connection with the double attraction, the personnel of which will be announced within e few days.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1941-03-04

terbury flremen were called out last night to play water on the srnolder- ing ruins so as to protect nearby dwellings.
 The property is valued at $S,0OO on the Middlebury property lists and the two families lost 93,0O0 in fur nishings and personal effects.
 A six-months- baby and her mother were led to safety by Charles A. Loomis, clerk in the Middlebury General store. Tho mother, Mrs. Burton Stevens, and the baby, Bar bara Joan, were on the second floor of the house unaware that e fire was raging on the first floor when Loomis discovered the house on fire.
 The first floor is occupied by MT. and Mrs. Herbert Miller owners of the house and garage, but they were not ct home. Loomis ran upstairs and helped Mrs. Stevens with the baby in the carriage down the front stairs to safety. A resident nearby, Mrs. Fl. Batchelor of 93 Yale avenue took the baby into her home.
 Loomts was later told that a wall let was in the bedroom and he rushed back into the house and re- covered 1t.
 A call was sent to the Waterbury fire department and engine 8, from Bunker Hill and the booster from headquarters responded with Cap tain stephen J. Bloomfield, acting deputy chief in charge. A short time later another piece of fire apparatus was sent.
 Shortly before 8 o'clock last night another call was sent to the Water bury fire department. A company was dispatched and remained there until shortly after II o'clock.
 Fire Marshal Den J. Lahey and Lieutenant Eugene Legge said that they thought the fire may have started from an ilcinerator in the rear of the house and ignited the veranda.
 Mrs. Stevens is staying with her parents in Waterbury while MT. and Mrs. Lloyd Miller are living with Mrs. Miller's parents, MT, and Mrs. Leo Mikirk of Middlebury road.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1941-03-04
DR. E. J. DONAHUE
 PAID LAST RITES

Southington, March 4.--The fu. neral of Dr. Edwin ]. Donahue. 39, son of Mir. and Mrs. Andrew J. Don- ahue of 66 Berlin avenue, was held Monday at the Hallahan funeral home, with c solemn requiem Mass celebrated at st. ThomaS' Church by Rev. Francis J. Mihalek. Rev. James Donaner of Cheshire was deacon and Rev. William #. Ken- nedy. pastor. subsdeaeon. Burial was in st. Tla0mas' cemetery where the service was conducted by Father Kennedy.
 The heasezs gese Dg William T, Magle. Ur. George M. ConnoF. John ?. Mcdrath and Clifford F. Judd all fO eouthlngt0n; Edward and Paul o'Brien, both of Thomaston.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1941-03-04
POLICE CHECKING
 ON l94l INSERTS
Law to Be Strictly En. forced Declares Super.
 intendent Roach

Police received orders today from Supt. of Police William J. Roach to arrest all motorists who violate the registration law, when they drive their vehicles on the public high way with 1940 inserts in their li- cense plates.
 Yesterday, the first violator was arralgned in city court and was given an nolle on each count of driving an unregistered car, driv- ing without Q registration and with out an operators license on pay ment of $5 on each charge.
 He was driving the car with a i940 insert but he told the court that he had no time to put in the inserts, after he had obtained them from the local motor vehicle bureau.
 Mrs. Alice E. Bradley, supervisor of the local motor behicle bureau stated late yesterday afternoon that automobile registrations for 194l has passed the 30O00th mark.
 Mrs. Bradley stated that there are yet about 5000 to receive their l94l registration and that their cars are stored away or else not in use These motorist usually take out their renewals within the next six months. she said.
 According to the motor vehicle law. motorists are required to hand In their markers to the motor ve- hicle department If they fail tc renew them. However, Comsr. Mi chael A. Connor ruled last year that these delinquents may hold on tc their plates until April 1st. The cal of these delinquents is not permitted to be driven, and violators are ar- rested as driving unregistered auto- mobiles.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1941-03-04

Praise for the interest and loy- alty manifested in their work was given last evening to members of the newly organized Francisan Mission club by Rev. Hilary Sullivan of New York city, organizer of the local unit, and by Rev. Owen OLeary, native of Naugatuck, who is present. ly conducting the Novena of Grace at St. Francis Xavier's church, this city. The tributes were paid at a meeting of the club in the Knights of Columbus quarters.
 Father OLeary briefly outlined the
The Waterbury Democrat., 1941-03-04
Congressman Smith
 Sends Endorsement
East End Community Club Congratulated on Work in Aiding Service Men; Mayor to Attend Thursday

invited, and 1t is expected that most of Waterbury's prominent men and women in all branches of civic, fra ternal, and religious cndeavor will be on hand to honor the boys. The committee in charge also announced to-day that invitations have been sent to state officialS and congress men.
 More than 500 men of the Second Battalion and those men called for the fifth draft March IA, have been asked to attend. A capacity crowd of over 1000 is expected to fill the hau. Proceeds of the event will be used toward purchase of personal gifts for the men leaving Water bury within c fortnight.
 Entertainment, dancing, and re- treatments are included in the pro- gram. Members of the East End Community club will act as hosts and hostesses.
 Those on the Service Mems com n1ittee are as follows: Chairman, Francis Orencole, chairman of the Waterbury Veteran council; vice. chairman, Raymond Burke, who Is president of the East End Com- Inunity club; secretary, Mrs. Frank McGrath, and treasurer, John Whelan, both of the Washington Hill Community club. Mayor Vim cent A. Scully is honorary chair man.
 ConRressman J. ,Joseph Smith warmly commended the committee in letter received by the group today. He expressed disappoint- ment that he would not be able to attend the party, due to urgent official business in Washington, and stated that the entertainment and dance for the boys was one every one ought to support wholehearted- ly, as bNsing truly worthy gesture.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1941-03-04
FUNERALS

The funeral of Mrs. Mildred Cor nelia Gibson of Middlebury was held this afternoon at o'clock at the Munson funeral home, Woodbury with Rev. William M. McCance of the Middlebury Congregational church, Woodbury, officiating. Burial was in the Bethlehem cemetery.
 Funeral services for Mrs. Vera Iida (Nichols) Stone were held yes- terday afternoon at the Alderson funeral home, 70 Central avenue. Rev. William McCance, pastor of the Second Congregational church of Middlebury, ofiiciated. Burial was at the convenience of the fam fly.
 Funeral services for Francis G. Mitchell were held yesterday morn- ing at the Alderson Funeral Home, 70 Central avenue. Rev. Matthew c. Madden, pastor of the Mill Plain Union church officiated, assisted by Rev. Samuel A. Budde, vicar of Christ Chapel. Burial was in new Pine Grove cemetery at the conven- fence of the family.
 Thom w. Corby, worshipful mas ter of Harmony Lodge, A. P. x A. M. assisted by all of the officers of the lodge, conducted Masonic serv- ices at the funeral home last night. Masters of the other three blue lodges of Masons in Waterbury were present.
 The funeral of George McGrath will be held tomorrow morning at 8:l5 o'clock from the Lunrly funeral home, 25 Central avenue, to the Church of the Blessed Sacrament, where a solemn high mass will be celebrated at 9 o'clock. Burial will be in Calvary cemetery.
 Friends may call at the funeral home ti1is afternoon and evening.
 The funeral of Victoria Peciu- konis will be held Thursday morn- ing at 9:45 o'clock from the De- links funeral home. l7 Congress avenue, to St. Joseph's church where 8 solemn high mass will be celebrated at 10 o'clock. Burial will be in Calvary cemetery.
 The funeral Of Mrs. Josephine Gehnas of 197 South Main street was held this morning at 8 o'clock from the Gagnon funeral home, 185 South Elm street to St. Ann's church. A solemn high mass of re- quiem was celebrated at 9 o'clock by Rev. K. A. Lamontagne. assisted by Rev. Ubald Laurion as deacon and Rev. Alfred Matthieu as sub- deacon.
 A special musical program was arranged for the choir under the direction of Professor George Per- reaulty, with Miss Marie Gervais singing Pie Jesll" at the offertory and Mrs. Pagtot, the "Plus Pres De Toi Jesus" as a recsssaonal. A delegation representing the Sodaiity of st. Ann's included: Mrs IF. x. Baribault, Mrs. Caroline Pigeant, Mrs. Maurice 0arceau, Mrs Alfred Eppin, Mrs. Marie Violette Mrs. Arthur Martin.
 Burial was in Mount St. James cemetery in Watertown.
 The funeral Of Eugene W. storm Iof 2e4 North Main street was held this morning at e:i6 o'clock from the BeYgin Funeral Home, 200 East Main street to the Church Of the Immaculate Conception. A solemn high Mass of requiem was ceie- hrated at a:4R 0'einfk hy Rev George Reiilcy. assisted ny Rev Paul epodnick as deacon, and Rev Donald OLeary as sub-deacon A special musical program was
The Waterbury Democrat., 1941-03-04
LOCAL CLERGY AT
 PRIESTS FUNERAL
Father Curry of New Bri- tain, Missioner, Buried
 in Native City

Rev. Patrick w. Flynn, pastor of the Church of Our Lady of Mount Carmel, Rev. Francis Murphy of Sts. Peter and Paul Church, Rev, Austin Saunders of the Church of Our Lady of Mount Carmel, Rev Peter Daly of St. Margaret's Church and Rev. Michael McVerry of St. Lucy's Church represented Water bury at the funeral services yester- day morning in New Britain for Rev. Cornelius A. Curry, A, 8 missioner of St. Joseph's Diocese, Missouri, who died last Friday at the New Britain General Hospital.
 The services were held in St. Mary's Church.
 Most Rev. c. H. LeBlond, bishop of St. Joseph's diocese, Missouri, was the celebrant of the pontifical high Mass, Rev. John B. Malley, pastor of St. Ann's church, was deacoss, Rev. Thomas F. Lawlor of New Haven was sub-deacon, Rt. Rev. William Flynn, chancellor of the Hartford diocese was arch priest, Rev. Dennis A. A. O'Duignon of St. Joseph's dio- cese was deacon of honor and Rev. Patrick J. O'Connor of Ogdensburg, N. r., was sub-deacon of honor. Rev. William Kearney of Hartford and Rev. John Hayes of Hartford were masters of ceremonies, Rev. Leo Weston of Bridgeport was thurifer, Rev. Peter Daly of Waterbury and Rev. William Daly of New Haven were acolytes and Rev. James K. Brophy of Goshen was the preacher.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1941-03-04
BOY STILL MISSING

West Lebanon, N. H., March A. tUP)--About 25 volunteers continued to sfarch the countryside today for Robert Apt, 3, missing since Friday Dragging of the Connecticut river was suspended after special crews and parties including Dartmouth students and Boy Scouts searched in vain. A $50 reward for informa- tion leading to the child's recovery dead or alive was offered by the Lebanon town officials.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1941-03-04

The Rev. Francis J. Sugrue, STL, native of Waterbury and principal of St. Joseph's school, : South Norwalk, will speak on "Blrth Prevention and the Na- tural Law" at the Knights of Col umbus Auditorium, Hartford, Thursday night at s o'clock.
 Tho meeting Is under the aus plces of Hartford council. Fol- lowlng Father Sugrue's lecture there will be a symposium and a public discussion of the question. Dr. Wilson COnran Is to be chair man of the meeting.
 Father Sugrue, formerly 2 cur ate at st. Justin's church In Hart ford and now secretary of the Norwalk Housing Authority, has engaged in birth control lecturing and research for seven years.
 He Is a graduate of Holy Cross college and of st. Bernard's Phil osophical and Theological semi- nary. He was the winner of the FlateIy Medal at Holy Cross for the highest standing in philos- Ophy.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1941-03-04
JAPAN BUILDING
 SIX BATTLESHIPS

London, March 3.-(UP)-Jane's Fighting Ships, authoritative naval publication, credited Japan in its new issue today, with having launched six battleships during l940
 Japan launched three 40,000-ton ships-the Nissin, the Takamatu and another yet unnamed-and is build- ing two more of the same class, Jane's said. Three 12000 to 15,000 ton pocket battleships-the Kade- kuru, Kasino and Hachijo, were also launched and fourth is being built, according to Jane's.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1941-03-04
OBITUARY

LynCh-Mrs. Joanna Lynch, widow of the late John Lynch died at hel home, 60 Walnut street, early this morning. A native of Irelane she was the daughter of the latt Michael and Ellen OHare Barry.
 Mrs. Lynch had resided in thi. city for the past 50 years. She wa. well known in the east end sectior where she had spent most of that time, and where she had acquired g large number of friends. She will bt remembered for her thoughtfulness and many acts of kindness to them and to her neighbors. Mrs. Lynch was one of the earliest coinmuni- cants of the Immaculate Conception Church, and has always taken an interest in its activities.
 She is survived by three daugh- ters, Mrs. William Donnelly, Mrs Albert Hummel, and Mrs. Fay Vim cent, all of Waterbury: three sons Attorney George H. and Edward V of this city, and William F. of New London: several grandchildren ant nieces and nephews.
 The funeral will be held from hei home on Thursday morning at 8:1s o'clock to the Immaculate Concep. ton Church. A solemn high Mass oi requiem will be celebrated at 0 O. clock.
 Burial will be in Calvary ceme- tery. Friends may call at the home after 3 o'clock today.
 GOUMY-Mrs. Elizabeth Higgins Goumy. wife of Theodore Goumy, of 83 Stiles street, died at st. Mary's Hospital this morning after 8 brief illness. A native of New Haven, she had resided in this city for the past 50 years.
 Mrs. Goumy will long be remem- bered by a host of friends and neighbors for her kindly and loving disposition. She was actively in- terested in all matters concerning the parish of St. Francis Xavier of which she was member.
 Besides her husband, she leaves one son, Theodore, Jr.; two daugh- ters, Miss Alice Goumy. Q teacher in Merriman school; and Miss Viola Goumy, a teacher in Hopeville School; two brothers, William and Lawrence Higgins of New Haven: two sisters, Mrs. Wilbur Fisher and Mrs. Walter Mackenzie of New Ha- ven; several nieces and nephews.
 The funeral will be held from her home, 83 Stiles street, on Thursday morning at 8:45 o'clock to the Church of St. Francis Xavier. A solemn high Mass of requiem will be celebrated at 6 o'clock.
 Burial will be in new St. Jo- seph's cemetery. Friends may call at the home after 5 o'clock today
 AKERLEY -- Mrs. Mary Eller Akerley, 96, died at the home of hel granddaughter, Mrs. William Doo- little of Bucks Hill Road yesterday morning. A native of Shandakin, N Y. she had lived here for 30 years Mrs. Akereley was member of the Second Christian Advent church.
 She is survived by her son-in-law Rev. Thomas Feltman, pastor emer' itus of the Second Advent Christian church, three grandsons, Cecil Felt man of Walton. N. Y., and Milton and William F'eltman of Waterbury two granddaughters, living in Wa. terbury, Mrs. William Doolittle anc Mrs. David LeDue; and severa great-grandchildren.
 Services will be held this evening at 7:30 at the Clark Funeral Home 20 State street. Burial will be 1T Fleischmann, N. Y., on tomorrow afternoon.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1941-03-04

The Waterbury Service Mems committee, consisting of repreSen- tattveg of local veteran, fraternal ard social organizations, are spon- ecrs Of the farewell party this z'hursaay night at Hamilton Park pavilion, given in honor of the eec- oFd Battalion which leaves shortly for Camp Blandang, Florida.
 Mayor Vincent A. scully has sig nified his intention to appear at the party. Other city officials have been
The Waterbury Democrat., 1941-03-04
Mother, Child Flee
 From Burning Home
Clerk in MddIebmy General Store Gives Timely Warm
 nig-Residence, Garage Destroyed; Loss $6,OOO

Only c blacken chimney remains today to mark the spot where fire destroyed Q two-faInily dwelling on S7 Yale avenue, Mlddlebury late yesterday afternoon causing dam- ages estimated at $6.O00. A four car garage was also destroyed. Wa-
The Waterbury Democrat., 1941-03-04
DONOVAN WITH KING

London March 4.--(UP)--King George VI granted audience at Buckingham Palace today to Colonel William J. Donovan, observer for United States Secretary of Navy Frank Knox.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1941-03-04
HOW IS SHE?

IS H E IS FINE" and he made 1t strong, f o ' no one but he c 0 u i d realize what happiness 1t gave him to say [ h c s c words after long months If U n f r v over his sick lu xy,tRA sa.el
The Waterbury Democrat., 1941-03-04

ln Nipomo. Calf. . Justice Of the peace pFeTnts a rolling pin with his picture On it to every couple he marries.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1941-03-04

vino has now fully regained her health through Chiropractic treatments after various meth- odS had failed.
 Office records of the past 21 years show many of the follow- ing cases restored to Health: Weak Nerves, Constant Tired and Exhausted Feeling, Head Pains, Dizziness, Neuritis, Arth- ritis, Back Pains, Liver, Gall Bladder and Stomach Ailments, Female Disorders, Throat and Ear Trouble, Kidney and Blad- der Trouble, Asthma, High Blood Pressure, Skin EruptiOns, etc. and etc.