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The Waterbury Democrat., 1941-10-13
STAFF ABDUCTED
 BY FLORIO POST
State Officers Offciate at Joint Ceremonies Held
 Saturday Evening

city were well represented Saturday night at the installation ceremonies of Florio post, Italian-American World War Veterans, and its auxil- iary, held in Speedwell hall. Fea- lures of the occasion were dancing and the serving of refreshments.
 New Commander, Jack Fabiano and his staff, were inducted by State Comdr. Michael Giordano, as- sisted by Anthony Romano of New Haven. Mrs. Edith Giordano, presi- dent of the auxiliary, and her staff were installed by Mrs. Mary Palla- dini of Derby, state president, as- sisted by Mrs. Mary Govanelli oi Derby. A past commanders badge was presented to retiring head Eus- tacchio Schiappa by John DePas- tino, past national president.
 Speakers were: Mrs. John Capor- ale of New Haven, national treas urer of the auxiliary; Anthony Yac- cavone of Hartford, national re- mobilization officer, Rev. Roger B T. Anderson, representing Corp Coyle post, American Legion, Fran cis w. Orencole. representing the Veterans council; John Danisav- age, of the Veterans of Foreign Wars, Irving Bisnovich, of the Yan. kee Division Veterans association and Michael DeZinno, commands of the Disabled American Veterans
The Waterbury Democrat., 1941-10-13
In The Service

Francis E. Kennedy, apprentice seaman in the N. s. Navy, son or Mrs. Margarete Kennedy, of New Milford. returned home today af- ter completing six weeks of train ing at the Naval Training Station at Newport, R. I. Young Kennedy will enter the Naval Pharmacist school at Brooklyn, N. r., after visiting his mother for a few days. Francis is the son of the late WI. liam Reid Kenneoy, who was 8 chief petty ofticer in the Navy during World War I. He enlisted through the local recruiting sta- ton on Sept. g, 1941.
 Edward Tata, apprentice sea- man, U. s. Navy, who formerly lived at 7l River st., states in Q recent letter that the Navy is a wonderful place for any young man to learn 8 trade and that you are constantly kept on the go being taught something new every day. Young Tata will be home on nine days furlough soon from Newport, R. l., and any young men interested in . naval career should see him and learn about the opportunities of an enlist ment. Tata first applied for en- llstment at the local recruiting station.
 Sgt. Paul P. Connors, recruiting officer for the United States Ma rine corps, room 2o9, in the local Post once building, announces that the routine recruiting trip to Torrington on Wednesday, Dan- bury on Thursday, and Bristol on Friday, for interviewing, examin. ing and enlisting applicants for the Marine corps, will take place as scheduled this week.
 Sgt. ConnorS advises young men to learn about the opportunities offered by the Marine corps, reg tilar and reserve. The Marine corps reserve Is an enlistment de- sirable to young men of draft age, who are looking forward to serv- ing their country with the armed service. The Marine corps reserve is the same in all respects as the regular Marine corps with the ex- ception of the enlistment period. The regular Marine corps enlist ment is for a four year cruise and the reserve enlistment Is for the duration of the national einer- gency. The same pay, advantages. travel, education. and opportuni- ties are available to both.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1941-10-13
STATE Y COUNCIL
 HONORS PHYSIQUE
Young Men Elect Water. bury Delegate vice.Presi-
 dent at Hagen COnfab

Francis W. Levesque was elected vice-presidelt of the State Young Mems Council of the Y. M. Q. A. at the meeting at Camp Hazen Ii, Chester Sunday.
 MT. Levesque attended the week. end retreat as a delegate from the local r. along with Tom Smith, lo- cal Secretary for Young Mems Work David Hamlin, of Bridgeport, was elected president; Norman La Flantrae, of New Britain, Secretary Treasurer; and William Daniels, of Meriden, editor of the State Paper.
 The part of young men in the coming State Convention, Connecti- cuts delegation to the National Young Mems Assembly next sum raer, and matters of interest in lo- cal programs were dealt with at the Retreat, which included delegates from the various Y. M. 0. As of the state.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1941-10-13
ITALIAN WOMEN
 TO HOLD DANCE Senator BIansfieId to Be TOastmaster at Wayerly
 Inn, October B <

State Senator Michael V. Blans- field has accepted the invitation to be toastrnaster at the annual dinner dance of the Itallan-Amertcan Wo- mems Democratic Club of Water bury at Waverly Inn, Cheshire, Thursday evening, October 2S, at 8 o'clock.
 Governor Robert A. Hurley and Mrs. Hurley have been extended i1- vitations as has State Motor Ve- hicle Commissioner John T. McCar- thy.
 Miss Lee DiBiase is chairlady of the semi-formal event which is ex- pected to be attended by prominent state and civic leaders from all Sec- tions of the state. The advance sale of tickets has been highly en- couraging.
 Assisting as committee aides are Mrs. Mary Travisallo, Mrs. Josephine Ritucci, Mrs. Linda Falzone, pres- ident of the club, Mrs. Olga Juliani, Mrs. Betty Morse, Mrs. Mary Capel- la, Mrs. Domenic Altieri, Mrs. Grace Ciarelli, Mrs. Peggy Dente, Mrs. Martin Kennedy, Mrs. Lena Peru gini, Mrs. Florence Corrigan, Miss Florence Perugini, Mrs. Helen Ru- berto and Mrs. Rose Guerrera.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1941-10-13

Tn celebration of the 18th arlni- yersary of their wedding, MT. and Mrg. Thomas Conway of Lounsbury street.. were the guests of honor at . dinner given Saturday evening at Harmon's Blue Room.
 Mayor Vincent Scully headed the list of friends who gathered to offer congratulations to the couple. Gum ther E. ii. Mathes served as toast- master for the occasion.
 MT. and Mrs. Conway were mar ried on October {, 1916 at the Church of St. Francis Xavier. Rev. John P. Kennedy, now pastor of St. Thomas Church, performed the ceremony. The couple are the par ents of five children, Thomas, Mar garet, Ruth, Anna and Rita.
 MT. Conway is president of the Earbenders Association. He is em- p!oyed at the Waterbury Farrel Foundry.
 There will be no Religious 1n- structions for High School pupils this evening owing to the holiday, Instructions for grammar school children will be held on Thursday afternoon at 2:30 and on Saturday morning at 9 o'clock, at St. Francis Xavier church.
 October devotions will be held at st. Francis every Tuesday and Fri day evenings during the month, at 7:30 o'clock.
 There will be a meeting of the Ladies' Guild of St. Francis We'd negday evening at 8 o'clock, at the Parish Hall. All members are asked to attend this naeeting-aS there are so very important matters to be dis
The Waterbury Democrat., 1941-10-13
CHURCH GROUPS
 MEET TOMORROW
Action on Rev. Dr. James Gregg's Resignation Ex-
 pected in Seymour

The dismissal council of the Nau- gautck Valley Association of Con- gregational churches will meet at 3 o'clock tomorrow afternoon in Sey- lnour to act on the resignation of Rev. Dr. James E. Gregg, pastor of the First Congregational church here.
 MT. and Mrs. Wallace Race and James Florian will attend the ses- sion as delegates from the Union Congregational Church in Oakyille
 Rev. Harold Jones of New Haven will be one of the speakers at to- morrow's gathering. His subject vii. be, The Pulpit and the Pew work ing Together in Troubled Times Ralph Jenkins of Danbury will as- sist in the discussion on this sub- ject which will follow Mir. Jones ad- dress.
 Rev. Floyd Roberts, Second Con- gregational church missionary VII speak on Bridgeheads of the Chris tan Fellowship. Dr. Wolford Tim mons is also listed as speaker. His topic will be The Spiritual Dyna- mic.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1941-10-13

207 Hill street, shot off the Cheshire road near the East Farms school.
 Shea was granted . continuance to oct. 1T on a reckless driving charge today when he was ar raigned begore Judge John L. Gaff- aey in municipal court.
 Miss Barttis's condition was re- ported aS fairly comfortable" to- day.
 Child Injured
 No arrests was mace in an acci- dent In which Arthur Coleman, g. year-old son of Mrs. Lenora Cole man of 58 Hawkins street, suffered slight abrasions of the upper lir and forehead when he darted into the side of the car driven by Paul Duprey of ll6 North Main street The accident occurred on Kings bury street Saturday night The accident was investigated by Motor Patrolman John Murphy. The child was discharged after treat inent at St. Mary's hospital.
 Domenic Petruzzi, %, of 45 Long Hill road, was granted a nolle on payment of $5 on g road rules charge after his automobile was in- volved in an aecident on Grown street yesterday afternoon.
 Raymond J. Afford, 18, colored of g Hawkins street, was given 0 continuance to Oct. IS on q roao rules charge. Motor Patrolinan John Walsh reported Affords car which was travelling south on Watertown avenue struck 6 machine driven by Joseph II. Murphy, 3i, of % Revere street as the latter was pulling away from the curb on Watertown avenue, near Henry street.
 Wedding Guests
 A couple on their way home from a wedding at East Haven were in- jured when She car they were pas- sengerS overturned as the driver became rnomentarily blinded by tho strong lights of an approaching car, The couple MT. and Mrs. Frank Mayeski of 6 Naugatuck avenue were admitted to St. Mary's hoSpi- tai. Mir. Mayeskt suffered a possi- ble fractured skull, mangled right thumb and body bruises while his wife, Mrs. Mayeski sustained a frac- tured nose and body bruises. Nei- ther one was on the danger list, hospital authorities said.
 William Schwartz, 47, of 6I Wa coma avenue, was granted c contin- uance to Oct. % on a reckless driv- ing charge in municipal court.
 Schwartz car was involved in an accident with one driven by Arol Joseph Charbonneau of l02 Wolcott Saturday night. The accident hap pened in front of Charbonneaus 6 home.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1941-10-13
|DR. HARVEY HEADS DRIVE COMMITTEE
West Side Church to Raise $27,5OO to Complete
 Building Program

Dr. Joseph L. Harvey was enthus- iastically chosen chairman of the West Side Hill Methodist church campaign to raise $27 500 for the completion for the church, the dream of the late pastor, Rev. Ridgway ?. Shirln, at largely att tended meeting of parishioners at the parish house on Myrtle avenue over the weekend.
 II. B. Fisher, of Yale university, was elected campaign director, Ray- Inond Wood secretary, and Horace Terrill, treasurer. The newly elected director, addressed the gathering and challenged the local people to finish the work so nobly wrought by the late pastor. In response to MT. Fishers appeal captains and team workers, numbering 30, volunteered their services to the citywide cam paign.
 Rev. John T. D. Franzen, present pastor, has called special execu- tive committee meeting for Tuesday night in the parish hall at 8 o'clock. Team captains and workers will hold their first barley next Sunday afternoon in the parish hall at o'clock.
 Members of the various commit tees follow:
 Executive committee-T. F. Breit- haupt, Fred Pierpont, Milton Hult- man, Clarence Smith, Chester Fo- gel, Charles Balcom, Samuel Train or, George Underhill, I. Anderson Carl Shumway, Harry Coe, Mrs Karl Winter, Allen Thomas and AL bert Nielsen.
 Publicity committee Mrs. Henry Brown, chairman; Rev. John Fran zen, Allen Thomas, Miss Mildred Laing and Donald Davis.
 Captains and workers - Chester Fogel. Charles Shumway, Charle; Balcon, Albert Nielsen, Allan Thomas, Mrs. Jerome Leonard, Mrs Charles Balcom, Mrs. George Neu. meier and Miss Mildred Lang were elected captains. Mrs. Raymond Wood, Mrs. Howard Watts, Arthur Wood. Mrs. Clifford Thorpe, Ray. mond Wood. Robert Wood, Mrs. An. drew Wylie. Mrs. Albert Nellsen Mrs. James Gardner. Henry w Brown, Benjamin chasman, Mrs Kay Linhard, Mrs. Ernest Barker Miss Jeannette Shinn, Miss lear Nutbrown, Miss Jessie Nuthrown Miss Alice Shumway, Carl ShuEn. way and Donald Davis.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1941-10-13

became one of the presidents closest confidantes as member of .he Kitchen cabinet"
 His turbulent tenure even inclsld- ed an effort to irnpeach him, but the impeachment bill containing IA counts was killed by a House cofn- mittee.
 Jess Smith, his constant cornpan- ion and friend, committed suicide in 1923 and three months later President Harding died while on . vacation.
 In testimony before the Wheeler Brookhart committee, Mrs. Roxie Smith, his wife, Identified Daugh- erty as an active partner in Sln- clair oil Securities deals from which huge profits allegedly were made. The committee also heard testi- mony of two fees--one for 4180,0OO and one for $l00 O0O--paid for :aon- prosecution Of persons accused cf law violations in the circulation OE the Dempsey Carpenter fight ftIa1aB and in case involving Q Japanese Firm.
 Daugherty's resignation was given solely out of deference" to Presi- dent Coolidge. Daugherty later was indicted for alleged violation under the alien property affairs act in which 8 purported fee of 430l 900 wsa involved, but the indictment was dismissed.
 His wife has been dead since 1e2&. | His son, Capt. D. M. Daugherty, died in 1880. Surviving are Q daugh- ter, Mrs. Emily D. Rarey, Columbus. and a brother, Nal s. Daugherty, Washington courthouse. Both were at his bedside when lie died.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1941-10-13


 he was never modest about it arose during his protege's adminis- tration and lapped over into the first administration of Calvin Coolidge. Daugherty never ceased to defend the probity of his associates and himself. He wrote one book in their defense and death ended his efforts to write a second.
 He died at his home here yesterday from a congestive heart condition which had caused two severe attacks and finally pneumonia. He had been confined to bed almost con- tinuously for the last B months. Burial will be at Washington Court house, O, where he was born 81 years ago.
 Daugherty himself was under in- vestigation in connection with the Tea Pot Dome oil scandal which got his fellow cabinet member and friend, Secretary of Interior Albert B. Fall, prison sentence. He successfully defended himself on charges of fraud in connection with irregularities in the veterans bu- reau and the pardoning of 8 federal prisoner. Two trial juries disagreed and the indictments were quashed. In 1924 President Coolidge asked him to resign and he complied
 Daugherty never for 8 moment ceased his defense of himself and his friends. Tn January, 1940, he said: What I did was done in the interest of the American people and my action was sustained by the courts. Notwithstanding the abuse I received, I can say now that giv- en the same circumstances would not change an official or personal act of mine while I was attorney general. That's a clear conscience for you"
 In May, 1883, following the con- viction of the late Gaston B. Means, shadowy figure of the Harding ad- ministration, he gave the United Press a statement blaming Means fabrications for all the scandal turned up by the senate committee headed by Sen. Burton K. Wheeler and the late Senator Smith Brook hart that revealed the Tea Pot Dome case and investigated Daugherty's department. He denounced Means for his book, '"The Strange Death of President Harding" and flor the long procession of scandalous books that polluted the public mind," in- cluding Nan Britton's ''The Presi- dents Daughter"
 He insisted always that all charges made against him were political.
 Small Town Lawyer
 He began his career as Small- ton lawyer, and was elected to two terms in the Ohio legislature, serv- ing from 1890 to 1894.
 He met Harding, a Marion, O., editor, in the legislature. He man. aged an unsuccessful gubernatorial campaign for Harding in 1910 and years later was instrumental in Harding,s election to the United Sates senate.
 He moved to Columbus, failed in an effort to get elected to the senate and became a member of the Re- publican strategy from which he swung the Republican presidential nomination to Harding in 1920. While the convention was dead- locked, Daugherty predicted:
 Some morning about three o'clock, the convention leaders will gather around table in 8 Chicago hotel and decide who can break the deadlock. The answer will be Hard- ing"
 From that statement, grew the phrase, smoked filled room," now Q part of 8 standard political vocab- ulary, though he didn't actually say 1t.
 He managed Harding's campaign, vas named Attorney General and
The Waterbury Democrat., 1941-10-13
INDUSTRIAL ARTS
 FARLEY SATURDAY

Approaching the subject from two different aspects, Capt. Walter R. Ketcham of the state department of labor and Mrs. Helen Orraca. director of guidance in the West Hartford public schools. will discuss theh topic ~What Can We Do To Make Aur Students Better Fit for IndustTys" at the fall meeting of the Central Connecticut Industrial Arts association ct the University of Connecticut Saturday.
 Mfr. Ketehaln will approach the pEohlaln from the point of view of the employer. and AGrs. orFaca will view it from the standpoint of the educator. walter D. elemmons of @tcrrb VII taik on ''Vlm and visor vla VllanlAnHE
The Waterbury Democrat., 1941-10-13
Popular Couple Feted
 On 18th Anniversary
MT. and Mrs. Thomas Conway Guests of Friends at
 Testimonial Dinner; Guild to Meet Wednesday
WASHINGTON HULL.

cusSed. The Guild is sponsoring a Harvest Supper on Thursday eve ming, october 30th.
 The c. Y. O. will receive Holy Communion next Sunday at the 8:30 o'clock Mass. Their regular meeting will be held this week or Thursday night = at the Parist, Hall.
 The announcement was made at all the Masses at St. Francis yes- terday, that the K. of c. Supper Club would resume it's winter ac- tivitieS on Tuesday night at the Ho- tel Elton. Supper is served promptly at 6 o'clock, and the session is over at 7:30. All the men of the parish are asked to attend this supper.
 The Bowling Alleys at St. Fran els xavier'S Hall are now scheduled to open about the middle of this week. Anyone wishing to form a league is asked to keep this mind the alleys will be all spruced UT about Thursday.
 Michael Goggin of 70 soutt street reports that his prize Kerry Blue dog won first prize at the Lonf Island Kennel Club Dog Show or Saturday afternoon.
 Miss June Miller attended the Yale-Pern, football game Saturday afternoon.
 Miss Eileen Whalen, daughter ot MT. and Mrs. John Whalen of Soutf, street visited with her sister, Miss Estelle Whalen student nurse al Mercy Hospital, Springfield, Mass.
 The Mems Tuesday night Bowl ing League opens this week at Washington Park community house alleys. All members of last years league are asked to be on hand Tuesday evening at 7:30 o'clock.
 MT. and Mrs. Edward 0oggins oi South View street were recent wis., itorS Tn Boston, Mass. where they attended Q 18th Wedding Anniver- sary.
 William McGrath of South street was c visitor this past week ir Danbury-where he attended the Fair. He reports thoroughly enjoy ing the display of animals sand noted with great delight, the great improvement in the Fair these days over what 1t was 8 few years back when he was one of the regular customers.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1941-10-13
CIRCLE SEEKING
 NEW CANDIDATES
Daughters of Italy Plan limitations; Halloween
 Dance October 25

The seIni-monthly meeting of the Daughters of Italy Circle, No. 100s Companions of the Forest of Amer lea was held recently at Moose Hall. Mrs. Joseph Lombard, chiei companion, presided.
 New candidates who took the oath of the order were: Mrs. Rose Fitzpatrick, Mrs. Rose Sciaretta Mrs. Mary Bilancia, Miss Connie Burgio, Mrs. Lydia D,March, Miss Mary Pazzaglini and Miss Rose G Cincogrorio.
 A drive for new candidates for 6 large class initiation is being con- ducted by the circle. Imitation is be- ing conducted by the circle. Plani were discussed for the annual Hal lowe'en masquerade dance, October 25 at St. Joseph's Hall. Miss Car mia Petricone is chairman, assisted by Mrs. Joseph Lombard, Miss Lena Rinaldi, Miss Bertha Paoloni, Miss Rae Guida, Miss Adella Vanni Miss Dina Plano, Mrs. Edith Bar bara, Mrs. Mary Rainone, Mrs Mary E1Sner, MrS. ChriStine Val- lett and Miss Rae Datalle and Mrs Anna Eantasiero..
 Prizes will be awarded for the most beautiful costume, funniest and most original. Judges will be announced later.
 A dinner dance committee wal appointed by the Chief Companion Mrs. c. Lombard. which consists oi Miss 6. Dolores Paoloni, Miss Mil- drd syivestro, Miss Isaura Tam. bnrini, Mrs. Louis LuccarrC. Mrs Christln Vallett, Mrs. Joseph Lom' bard, Miss Una Rinaidi. and MisI CaFme1la petrlcole.
 Tho Alma claire degree team VII resume drill practice at the nexl meeting QeloheR 2e nt Mopan Mall
The Waterbury Democrat., 1941-10-13
MAPLE LEAF FUND
 CHAIRMAN ELECTED

Luciep E. Perreault. publicity dir ector, has announced that Joseph E. Nelly and John '. Bulger have been elected co-chairmen of the Canadian Maple Leaf fund. Re- sumption of It's programs, spon- sored for the benefit of British and Canadian war relief, will be continued this year with monthly card parties planned for the win- ter. al
 Other officers elected: Treasurer, Frank J. LaFleur; secretary, Mrs. Catherine LaFleur: production dir ector, Georgiana Belyea; entertain ment committee, MT. and Mrs. D.in- can Rose.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1941-10-13
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 It's drafted and erafted by "Sdm- peek"-it's styled, tailored. mod eIed and created by craftsmen steePed in the artistry of fine workmanship. authentic style and shape retaining fabrics.
 It's the sort of Q suit shot makes seod from the storts looks good ot ths finish.
 "choots" Fur fsIt hats-an out- standins value $z.s5.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1941-10-13
Euclid Lodge Plans
 Halloween Program

A Halloween masquerade dance will be held Saturday evening, Mo- vember l, at 8:30 o'clock in tho Shrine club, Plymouth, the Cable Tow association of Euclid lodge, A. F. & A. M, has announced. At 11:30 on the same night a turkey buffet supper wiAl be served. Pregi- dent of the association is Louis Wenzel and Edwin Dalton is sec retary.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1941-10-13
EARLY RISERS
 START MEETINGS

Los. Madrugadores (Early Risers) senior Spanish club, held 1t first meeting recently. Those presiding were; President Jane Peck; vice. president, Harley Henion; secretary, Ann Scalo: treasurer, Solomon Her. bert; chairman, Gloria Prescott; as- sistant chairman, Mary D'Aversa.
 Members of Los Madrugadores were happy to have as an honorary member of their first meeting, Char lie Goncalves.
 The club will hold meetings every two weeks in room III.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1941-10-13
EXTREMES HALT FLOWING

Augusta. Kas. (UP)-Whsn flood waters receded from his land, favm- CT Bob Ritchie went out to do some long overdue blowing. He found the flood he'd left half tlio farm in mud tao Eoit Co pIow. 1aae other half wan hzkGa lee hard. fs &AFN WE.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1941-10-13
Full Weather Report

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