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The Waterbury Democrat., 1941-09-23
CURFEW RULING
 VIOLATED HERE
Complaint Filed Against Local Gasoline Station
 for After Hour Selling

A complaint that a local gas sta- ton has been operating later than the 2 D. m. curfew has been filed ap Washington by the Waterbury Cas- oline Retailers association. George ?. Gaughan, secretary, has received a telegram irl reply, stating that the complaint has been referred te an Investigating agency and to the wholesaler supplying the station The telegram was from John Frey, director of marketing In the office of Petroleum coordination, who said that prompt action would be taken if the charge was proven.
 Mr. Qaughan said today that complaints are coming in from nearby towns of retailers SubStitut- ing inferior brands for higher priced gas which the customer or ders. No complaints of this nature have yet been made here, he said and the association will keep a close watch on the situation.
 With their September supplies be. ginning to run out, many local sta- tons are again limiting the amount of gas they will sell to single cus- toner. Several stations are making ready to close for @ few days or more at the end of the month, since they cannot secure an additional supply until Oct. 1.
 The situation is the same In other cities about the Sttae. Bridgeport dealers are talking of setting a two- gallon limit on sales, with a number of stations facing forced closing there. In New Haven several sta tions are already reported closed until Oct. l.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1941-09-23
600 EXPECTED AT
 TEACHERS COLLEGE
Annual COnvOcation to Be Addressed By Governor,
 Prominent Guests

"Decocracy-The America Way" will be the central theme of the annual convocation of the State De- partment of Education to be held October 4 at the Teachers College of Connecticut in New Britain, &C., cording to an announcement made today by pr. Alon2o G. Grace, Com missioner of Education.
 Dr. Grace said, tn announcing the program, that the convocation will be attended by about 600 educational leaders from all parts of the state and that members of the citizens councils will be invited guests.
 Featuring speakers recognized as leaders in the field of education, the all-day program will be attended by members of the state board, repre- sentatives of the teachers colleges and vocational courses and super intendents and principals.
 The morning session, presided over by Albert I. Prince, of Hartford chairman of the state board, will included an address by Governor Robert A. Hurley. The keynote speaker of the morning program is as yet unannounced by Dr. Grace.
 Dr. Grace will conclude the morn ing's program with recognition of services of those who have made outstanding contributions to the state in the field of education, and will award diplomas and confer de- grees on in-Service teachers.
 Dr. Clyde M. Hill of the graduate school of Education at Yale Uni- versity will be the luncheon speaker. The afternoon session will be high lighted by addresses by Dr. Peter Sandiford of the University of Toronto, who will speak on teacher education; Walter Dietz, member of the OPM in Washington, who will talk on vocational education; and Dr. Howard c. Wilson of the gradu- ate school of education at Harvard, whose topic will be Teaching Democracy"
 Conclusion of the program will be a tea in the reception room of Marcus White Hall.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1941-09-23
McHugh Champions Ain, OfJohn Doe c. o. ?. Club
Resents "Hypocritical, Sarcastic" Editorial in Waterbury American - Publicly Announce Support for Periello, Hadley
 for Nominations.

after such man. Nevertheless l believe a friendly warning should be issued to anyone writing editor ials to refrain from casting refiec- tons on the type of men which attended this John Doe meeting. Attending were representatives of various nationalities and Republi- can political clubs, such as past presidents of the Italian Republi- can Club, the Young Mems Ropub- lican Club, and the Irsh- Republican Clubs and the present presidents of the French Republican Club and Young Mems Republican Club. Also the secretary of the Young Mems Republican Club, influential resi- dents of the Bunker Hill section, businessmen, and a prominent news paperman and political commentator who accurately predicted hundreds of political results.
 Why anyone would want to print adverse copy in 6 newspaper about 6 group who were endeavoring to rid the Republican party of dicta- tors and stoogeS and who were en- deavoring to assist two grand fel- lows like Pat Perriello and Harold Hadley achieve the honors that the party owes them because of the credit they brought to the Repub- lican Party and who when they themselves were installed in public office would work and earn the salary they received for the bene- fit of everyone in Waterbury.
 Shame on anyone who would en- deavor to belittle such group. The outcome could be no different than the results of that shameful editorial. Everyone you meet now wants to congratulate John Doe. In fact a great many wish to contribute funds to further the John Doe Club efforts in helping the Republican party. At this time I would like to state that the sponsors of the John Doe Club are unknown to men. I per- sonally was invited to attend this meeting as a speaker.
 I wish further to state that I am proud to attend any meeting in be- half of two very good friends of mine, such as Pat Perriello and Harold Had ley and If such meeting was to be held on top of Pine Hill at midnight In zero weather I would make every effort to be there to add my meagre efforts in their behalf.
 further state at this time that defy any Republican leader or otherwise to say at any time did I ever ask them for their support for any office or dough-paying job such as was referred to by the editorial wizard of The Waterbury American.
 JOHN McHUGH,
 President
 of The Irish Republican Club.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1941-09-23
WILLIAM BARRY
 GETS NEW POST
Former Salvation Army Captain Here Leaves
 Maine for Bay State

Adjutant and Mrs. Hugo Wiberg and Lieutenant Thomas A. Law renee yesterday attended Officers Councils in Hartford. The chief speakers were Brigadier Clifford A. Lockwood, who lectured to the officers present on the care and upkeep of Salvation properties, and Major John T. Seddon, Public Relations secretary in Boston.
 Another officer who participat- ed in the councils yesterday was Adjutant Wreford Devote, who at one time was stationed in Water bury as lieutenant. Adjutant De- voto has been transferred to Bos- ton Provincial Headquarters to as- sist Major Seddon with the public relations and publicity program for the province.
 Adjutant Wiberg has recently been informed that Captain Will liam Barry, who was his assistant in this city in 1888, now is sta- toned with his wife in Milford, Mass. His last appointment was Augusta, Maine.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1941-09-23
,Bisschop Appeals From Assessment Levied By City
VETERANS ADOPT UNUSUAL RULING.
Racial Units of Ex-Service- men Restricted in Armis-
 tice Day Celebrations

A resolution prohibiting a cele- hration by any of the various vet erans' groups in the city within seven days before or after Armistice Day was passed last evening at meeting of the Veterans council Delegates attended from the Arneri- can Legion, Veterans of Foreign Wars, Disabled American Veterans, Yankee Division Veterans, Italian American Veterans, Jewish War Veterans, and the Lithuanian Lee zion.
 The council also called upon all the organizations to join in cele- brating the day as a unit. Further plans will be made at an open meet irg in the aldermanic chambers September 26, with each group rep resented by two delegates and its commander.
 The following events, scheduled by the individual veterans groups were announced last night:
 American Legion installation, Sept. % at Davenport hall, with refresh- ments at Legion hall; Florio post, Italian Veterans, installation Oct. II at K. of P. hall, followed by a military ball by that organization at Temple hall, Nov. 8; Disabled American Veterans Argonne ban quet, Sept. 27 at the Elton; 40 and 8 installation at Patsy Browns, Sept. 27.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1941-09-23
Red Wings Announce
 Date For Minstrels
Club Also Plans to Hold Annual Communion Breakfast
 Sunday, Oct. 5; Holy Name Group to Give Dance
BROOKLYN NEWS

The Red Wings club of the Brook lyn Y. M. Q. A. at 8 meeting held last night at the clubhouse set November ' as the date for its second annual minstrel. Plans were furthered for the event which will include a play written by the mem bers.
 Arrangements also were complet- ed for the Communion breakfast which will take place on October s at Waverly inn. The members mad plans to attend the 8:30 Mass at Our Lady of Mount Carmel church that morning and receive Communion in a body.
 John Boccardi, Samuel Tican- elli, and Steven signore were chos- en for the committee which will have charge of arrangements of club activities for the next six months. Assisting them for the minstrel will be Joseph Fuoco, Pas- quale Milite, and Michael Purcaro, club advisor.
 Following the business meeting the club adjourned to Colucci's restaurant on Bank street where they held a party in honor of one of the members, Peter Boccardi, who was married recently. A gift was presented to the honored guest from the club.
 The St. Joseph's Holy Name so-
The Waterbury Democrat., 1941-09-23
HI-Y NOTES

The Cadets lily of the Central Y. M. c. A. held its first meeting of the new year on Monday evening. OfIlcers were elected as follows: President, Edward Pagan; vice-pres- ident, Eugene O'Brien; secretary, Jack Scott; treasurer, William Knightly; 1nterclub Councillor, Jack Egan.
 The club will meet weekly on Wednesday at 7:45. Other members in attendance at the meeting were: Rudy Mariana, Joseph Cetta, George Armour, Joseph Culotta Vincent De Lucia, Guy Sandulli, Guy Diehl, John True, Mark Scott, Lucian He- laise, John Kelly, and John Cipriano
 The Beta Hi-Y of the Central Y. M. c. A. for its first meeting of the new year on Monday evening. O dis cussion was held regarding new members.
 A membership committee was ap- pointed by Richard Carolan, pres- ident of the club and Is as follows: Robert o'Connor, chairman; Joseph Stokes and Donald Lyons.
 Those in attendance at the Inect- ing were. Richard Carolan, Charles Greenlaw, Jack Murphy, Chris Reilly, Robert OConnor, Joseph FS4sbie, Joseph Stokes, Robert Young, Jack Bradley, William Bor- molini and Gordon GentleS, advisor of the club.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1941-09-23

ciety will hold its seventh annual dance Saturday, October 4, at St.. JoSeph's hall. The organizations dances for many years have been leading social events for the young CT people of St. Joseph's church and @ large attendance Is expected at the coming event. Dancing will be held from 9 p. m. to a. m. with music furnished by Frank Pekanis and his Melody Kings or- chestra of Hartford.
 Al Yoksa heads the dance ar- arrangements committee. Assisting him are George Riktoraitis, George Kalvaitis, August Krisavage, An- thony Dereskevic,e and Anthony Stasiunas.
 A meeting of the St. Joseph's Holy Name society bowling league has been called for tonight at 8 o'clock at the clubrooms on Con- gress avenue. All members who wish to participate in this years bowl ing schedule have been asked to attend the meeting. Anthony Der- eskevice Is chairman of the league.
 The Women's Get-Together club of the Third Congregational church at a meeting held last night at the parish hall completed plans for rummage sale which will be held Thursday at 223 South Main street. Mrs. James Donnelly vii ] be in charge. Members have been asked to leave donations for the sale at the parish hall. Plans also were discussed for a food sale which will take place on October 9 at How land-Hughes.
 Mrs. Julius Baranauskas, Mrs. Frederick Hamnl and Mrs. D. P. Castaldo were hostesses at the so- cial hour which followed the busi- ness meeting. Mrs. Louis von Lott donated Q door prize which was won by Mrs. Ray Voegtlin.
 The st. JoSeph's K. of L. choir will hold a rehearsal tonight at 7:45 in the choir room in the old St. Joseph's school. Preparations will be made for the programs which will be given at the church in connection with the forty hour deyotions September 2S to Septem- Der 30. All members have been urged to be present.
 The bowling activities of the 'o- ter club bowling league Of the Brooklyn Y, M, c, A, will get un- der way Thursday night at S:30 at the clubhouse. A chairman will be chosen at that meeting.
 A membership drive has been started by the st. Joseph's Junior Fife and Drum corps. All boys who wish to join have been asked to contact the drive committee or to attend the next meeting on Oc. tober s At 12:30 p. m. at the club rooms on Congress avenue. Mem bers of the committee are Anthony KuncaS, chairman; Joesph and An- thony StankuS, and August Kri- savage.
 The Boy Scouts of Troop 2S will hold study sessions on first aid and compass at the weekly neet- in gtonight ct 6:3o at the parish hall of Our Lady of Mount Car. mel church. Frank Ware, scout master of Troop 8 in Waterville will be in charge of instruction In the absence of Michael Purcaro, troop scoutmaSter,
The Waterbury Democrat., 1941-09-23

John McfIugh, president of the Irish Republican club, today de- tended the Joe Doe Republican club" against editorial criticism made in the Waterbury American. He declared that the clubs "pro- test" meeting against the Republi- can leadership last week was at- tended by leading representatives of racial groups, of Republican clubs and of business.
 In a letter to The Democrat, MT. McHugh labeled an editorial in Saturdays American as "hypocriti- cal, sarcastic. He asserted that he and others opposed to the party leadership will continue their cam paign to have ex-Mayor Patrick M. Perriello as the candidate for mayor and Harold K. Hadley, former Young Republican president, as the candidate for registrar of voters.
 MT. McHugh's letter follows:
 Editor, Waterbury Democrat:
 The hypocritical, sarcastic editor- ial in The Waterbury American Sept. 20, l94l, relative to John Doe Club which held a political meet ing at the Elton Hotel (Which by the way is considered a very re- spectahle place to congregate) for the purpose of advocating the can- didacy on the coming Republic Ticket for two very respectable citi- zens and members of the Republi- can Party, namely Ex.Mayor Pa trick Perriello and Harold K. Had ley, ex-president of the Young Mems Republican Club is character istic of the editorial writer of The Waterbury American. Constant readers of The Waterbury American have become used to the bigoted, hypocritical, and sarcastic darts issued through the pen of this same editorial writer and also the color Ing of news for the benefit of this paper and friends of It's reportorial staff by this same reportorial staff.
 I wonder If this editorial des- boiler has anything in common with or would he know about & man who wrote editorials one time that l was informed about.
 Now I don't like to believe that there is anyone connected with The Waterbury American, because sub- scribe to 1t, would take pattern
The Waterbury Democrat., 1941-09-23
Court Ruling Asked On Recent Decision
 Made By Officials
Taxing Property Owners for Benefits; Largay Joins in Court Action

against his property on the easterly side of Peach Orchard road, and makes the same accusations against city officials. Both appellants are represented by the law firm of Bronson, Lewis, Bronson and Up- son.
 Last Wednesday DeBisschop ape peared at a meeting of the board of works, and declared that prop erty owners in the neighborhood of the proposed project were 100 per cent opposed" to 1t. The city was charged with having done them an injustnce in laying the assessments, and he questioned the authority of the board to act as 1t had without consulting any of the property owners.
 Impassionedly the Peach Orchard landlord acclaimed that the city should be awarding them damages, rather than imposing assessments, and proposed that the board of al- dermen rescind their action.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1941-09-23
REPORT INCREASE
 IN REGISTRATIONS

Registrations at the Mattatuck In. stitute for the coming season are well ahead of previous years en- rollments, according to Arthur L. Purinton, director. Courses in vari- ouS engineering studies. as well as in liberal arts, will be offered at the Central Y. M. c. A. throughout the winter.
 MT. Purinton yesterday advised those who wish to take courses to register as soon as possible this week, in view of the increased de- mand over past years. The institute is a merger of the Mattatuck Tech nicai institute and the United Y, M. 0. A. schools. Faculty members are available for consultation every evening from 2 to 9.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1941-09-23

The dispute between the Board of Commissioners of Public Works and Charles J. DeBisSchop, Peach Orchard road property owner, en- tered the stage of legalistic coiltro- verSy, with the filing of an appeal by the latter in common pleas court today. Tn addition, the action of DeBisschop was reinforced by the filing of similar document by Thomas V. Largay, who likewise ln- dicates that he does not regard himself as "benefitted" by levies imposed by the Waterbury bureau of assessment.
 The appeal states that on May g., 1941, the board of works reported to the board of aldermen that pulp lie necessity and convenience re- Quired the establishment of a new layout and grade for Peach Or chard road, from Hamilton avenue to East Mountain road, and a like project from Hamilton avenue to Peach Orchard road. A resolution was then adopted, 1t is alleged, to hold necessary hearings prelim- mary to adoption of the improve n1e1tS.
 At a subsequent date the bureau of assessments calculated benefits in the amount of $2,176.98, which amount was assessed against him.
 The levies are declared invalid be- cause the board failed and neglect ed to give the appellant notice of its hearing before making the apprais- al of damages and assessment of benefits.
 DeBisschop also ayers that the es- tablisl1ment of new layout and grade at Peach Orchard and East Mountain roads is unreasonable, and Is not required by public neces- sity and convenience. The expendi- lures involved with construction of the proposed improvements are es- timated at $4,600, 1t is stated, and although property on Peach Or chard road has been assessd at two- thirds that evaluation, 1t has not been 50 benefited.
 Tn addition, the appellant an- 1ounces, the bureau of assessments has taxed the city of Waterbury $472.02 for alleged benefits to the Waterbury Reservoir property, and $39S47 for alleged benefits to the municipal golf course. These prop critics, he asserts, have not in fact been so benefited.
 The appeal claims Judgment setting aside the assessment, and Q re-appraisal of the damage suffered by DeBisschop on account ef the improvement.
 The appeal filed by Largay cites an assessment of $47.e7 levied
The Waterbury Democrat., 1941-09-23
O'Neil Brothers Held By Police Pending Inquiry

Two brothers, Thomas O'NelIl, 35, and David F., 37, formerly Oe this city but now of Bridgeport, are being held by the police of Bridgeport In connection with the death of John Aiken, 37, . trucker, C0ntinuances were given in Hn1nl- clpal court yesterday and their cases assigned for Saturday.
 The pair was arrested Sunday morning and the prosecutor 70. quested the continuance In order that the coroner's hearing into . fist fight five days ago could be held. Aiken is said to have rec Celved injuries during the fight from which he died Saturday morning. He was found dead in his room at 164 Columbia street by Gladys Favreau, 22, of the same address.
 The brothers are held in SS,OOo bonds each.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1941-09-23
PARALYSIS CASES
 DECLINE IN STATE

The number of cases of poliomye- litis (infantile paralysis) reported in Connecticut last week was only half that of the previous week, ac. cording to a bulletin of the state department of health.
 There were 10 cases reported in the state last week. compared with 19 reported the week before. Two of the new cases, one in Waterbury and one in Watertown were report ed last week by Dr. Edward J. Godfrey. local health officer, and Dr. Edwin c. Reade, Watertown health officer.
 Waterbury has four cases of scar- let fever. but reported no cases of whooping cough, lobar pneumonia or measles.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1941-09-23

SASsVAuVJ
 Frank PugIiese, veteran barber, will be the guest of honor tomOr- row evening at a testimonial din- ner to be held at SuoxzO's restau- rant on Bank street. PugIiese numbers arnonk his friends and acQuaintances many of Water bury's leading business and pro- fessi0nal men as we'll as 8 legion of industrial workers. They will be present in large numbers tomOr- row night to felicitate the guest of honor on his many years of work in the tons0rial business. Attorney Michael CianO will Offi- ciate as tOastmaster. Nicholas Ir- rapino, business associate of the popular Frank, will be assistant master of ceremonies.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1941-09-23
CLOTHING SENT
 TO NEW JERSEY

Mrs. Edson B. Hitccock. chairman of the war production garments for the Waterbury Red Gross, an- nounced this morning that a ship ment of clothing from the work room in the Kingsbury House on Prospect street has been sent to the New Jersey warehouse. for shipment abroad later for war relief.
 This portion of the present quota reports Mrs. Hitchcock. includes 225 girE dresses, i've woman's dresses, lO women's skirts. i40 girls skirts, 100 boys shorts and 10 boys shirts.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1941-09-23
TWO SPEAKERS AT
 ROTARY MEETING

Members of the Rotary club ct their noon meeting today at The Elton heard talks on Why 1 Would Not Want the Other Fellows ClasSi- fication" by Andrew Gilmour and F. Leslie Beebe.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1941-09-23
MAPLE LEAF FUND
 MEETS WEDNESDAY.

A meeting will be held tomorS row night by the local chapter oA the Maple Leaf Fund at 5i west Main street in order that commit. tees may plan the activities for the winter. The session is to start al 8 o'clock.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1941-09-23

The official opening of the an nual bazaar under the auspices of the Franco American Club will take place tomorrow eve- ming at the organizations newly renovated headquarters on South Main street. An unusually attrac. tive program of events has been arranged by the committee in charge. Entertainment, novel at- fractions and refreshments will r1ake a visit to the event an in- teresting one. Mayor Vincent A. Scully and a score of city offi- cials will attend the bazaar on Saturday evening. Door prizes will be awarded each night with the grand prize being reserved for
 Saturday.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1941-09-23
R. A. F. SALARIES

In the British Royal Air Force pilot officers receive q salary Of $3.48 Q day; flight officers receive $5.4o4 and flight lieutenants 96.2s.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1941-09-23
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A Rogers-Peet Scotch Mist" Top. coot At $65 Is One of Those Thrifty Buys for Men Who Think Things Over. Moyhop you shink $65 bit on the high side = but ask the man who wears one for say ten years at cost of $6.50 year - then ask the mon who ordinarily buys eopcoot at $35, worn out in three years = then buys onother for three more years s-o total of $70 worth of coots in six years al a cost of $l1.67 year = as compored with Rosers-Peet Scotch Mist" costing only $6.5o year.
 Figure it out for yourseIf-quoIity pays for the long haul - voIue is the foundotion of a Scotch Mist" Bonnie Scotch cheviots from PeebIes in AuId Scotia find their woy across dangerous seas, to prove wearing still on art in Britt ain, to the tailor shops of Rogers Peet. then hond tailored into the fomous Scotch Mist" tOpeoot.