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The Northwest enterprise. [volume] (Seattle, Wash.) 1931-1952, 1941-04-11
Hallums Eighth
Anniversary

Mr.. and Mrs. Willard Hallum
of 2311 18th Ave. South were hosts
to a number of friends Monday
evening, April 7. in commemorate
ing their eighth wedding anniver-
sary with a beautiful eight course
dinner. After dinner and cocktails
the guests retired to the living
room for an evening of cards. The
guests were Mr.. and Mrs. Horace
Hughes, Mr.. and Mrs. B. Smith,
Mr. and Mrs Alfred A. Purnell and
Mr.. Leroy Bundy. At the wee small
hours the guests departed wish
ing their host and hostess many
happy returns of the day.
The Northwest enterprise. [volume] (Seattle, Wash.) 1931-1952, 1941-04-11
Mrs. 6. Brown Passes
After Long Illness

After an illness of nearly one
year, Mrs. Grace Ellen Brown died
at Providence hospital She was
a member of Mt. Zion Baptist
church as well as being a faithful
member of various church soci-
cites and fraternal organizations.
Born in Richmond, Virginia, she
was married to Sam Brown in
1889. Husband, wife came to Ros-
lyn 1894, moving to Seattle in 1901
where she since resided.
She is survived by a husband
Sam Brown, ST., two sons, Sam
Brown, Jr., of Seattle and Ernest
Brown, San Francisco, Calf, two
daughters, Eleanor and Lillian
both of Seattle.
Funeral rites were directed by
the Rev. Fountain w. Penick, pas
tor of Mt. Zion Baptist church
assisted by the church choir.
Strikingly beautiful was an arm
chair studded and indented with
a varied floral display "At
Rest" carrying silent express
sions from a host of friends who
sought only to escort her to the
Beautiful Isle.
Funeral arrangements completed
by the Angelus Mortuary at Mt
Pleasant.
The Northwest enterprise. [volume] (Seattle, Wash.) 1931-1952, 1941-04-11

Mrs. S. III. Hall was the princi-
pal speaker at recent meeting of
the Altoria Peto club. Mrs. Hall
gave very interesting report on
the life of Phyllis Wheatley. Mrs.
T. DENIM was hostess for the even
ing.
The Northwest enterprise. [volume] (Seattle, Wash.) 1931-1952, 1941-04-11
Lucille's Beauty Shop
Again Opens Its Doors

The Lucille Beauty Shop closed
the past two weeks for remodelling
is again opened to. the public.
Anticipating her many. patrons
desire to join the Grand Easter
Parade at Dreamland Hall with
their hair, neck and face the last
word in beauty culture, Mrs. Nc
Curdy, the popular poprietress, an
swers the demands of her many
loyal patrons for immediate SER
vice.
Remodelling complete, the Lu-
ellie Beauty Shop offers its many
loyal patrons of yesterday and
tomorrow the best service in beau
ty culture. Lucille's Beauty Shop
is very grateful to its many
friendly patrons, old and new for
their continued patronage.
Our Motto always a satisfied
patron.
The Northwest enterprise. [volume] (Seattle, Wash.) 1931-1952, 1941-04-11
Ladies' Aux. BSCP
Birthday Party
A Pretty Affair

The Y. w. c. A. was the scene of
a beautiful birthday party honor
ing A. P. Randolph, International
President of the B. S. c. P. Sun
day April from 4 to 6 p. m.
After the conclusion of the pro-
gram in which Mr.. Bernard E.
Squires was speaker, refreshments
were served by ladies of the Aux.
The affair was directed by Mrs.
Paul Jones, acting for the Presi-
dent Mrs. T. o. Rily, confined in
the hospital due to an operation.
Mrs. Rily will be returned to
her home today, Friday.
The Northwest enterprise. [volume] (Seattle, Wash.) 1931-1952, 1941-04-11
Former Seattlelites
In Bus. in Los Angeles.

Jas. R. Chase, former resident of
Seattle, has opened business in Los
Angeles, Calf. as a Real Estate
Broker. Chase and Mr.. Ray Har-
vey, also of Seattle, took the Ex-
tension Course in w. S. c. and both
successfully passed the examining
board. Information that they have
entered a partnership with offices
at 1903 Central Avenue, has reach
ed the Northwest Enterprise.
Seattle friends congratulate the
new firm and wish for them a
successful future in their new ven
ture.
The Northwest enterprise. [volume] (Seattle, Wash.) 1931-1952, 1941-04-11

The Good Samaritan club Is
sponsoring a card party at Chand-
Ter Hall 1918 20 rd Ave. April 10,
1941 at 8 o'clock.
The Northwest enterprise. [volume] (Seattle, Wash.) 1931-1952, 1941-04-11

There are two subjects which
on different occasions generally
come up for discussion, and both
of them burn" me. The first
some patronizing dimwit starts in
my folks had a large plantation,
with lot of your folks, had an
old nanny who raised me, and
so on down the line. l start to siz-
zle and "get him told"-if he can't
take it heaven help him. The Sc
cond peeve, l approach a fellow,
start on a sales talk, giving him all
the fine points of Elkdom. In re-
turn he wants to push the Elks
name in the gutter, smear it all
over the ground. I start to burn,
then check myself, explaining what
Elks are accomplishing.
To be sure we are lively, very
wide awake and more than pro-
gressive. Who wants to travel with
group of men who are "sour
pusses" with crepe on their hats ?
He sees the light of day, a smile
creeps on his face, then dear Bro
theirs he is ready for the forest
Don't forget the dance Monday
night-in the words of Brother
Roy Sheffield, "BE THERE"
The Northwest enterprise. [volume] (Seattle, Wash.) 1931-1952, 1941-04-11

WANTED: Girl or woman for
housework. Two meals, 2 children
of school age. Good place for right
person. Call Garfield 1927.
The Northwest enterprise. [volume] (Seattle, Wash.) 1931-1952, 1941-04-11
Willing Workers Tea

The tea given by the Willing
Workers club of the A. M. E.
church at the home of Mrs. Ida
Hickey Palm Sunday was a signal
success.
The home was beautifully decor
ated with flowers and the soft
candle lights spread a cheerful
glow throughout. We appreciate
the friendly cooperation of our ma
ny friends.
The Northwest enterprise. [volume] (Seattle, Wash.) 1931-1952, 1941-04-11

Mr.. and Mrs. Bracken left on a
motor trip for Dallas, Texas last
Monday accompanied by Mrs.
Bracken's mother, Mrs. Estella
Ward and Mr.. Raymond Height.
They will visit the coast cities on
their return to Seattle.
The Nome nugget., 1941-08-18

Meanwhile, the newspaper Re publica brought up again the pre- diction that Hitler undoubtedly will come forth with new peace move if he succeeds in reaching certain objective in Rus sia.
 forces. This explains the slow ness of the German advance in Russia"
 plies and fuel for the attacking
The Nome nugget., 1941-08-18
Basis of Offer

The paper said Hitler then would say that his task had been accomplished by freeing Europe of bolshevism and that he was ready for a general reorganiza- ton.
 However, the paper said, the peace offer will be meaningless and the main war still lies be- tween Britain and Germany.
The Nome nugget., 1941-08-18

show direction thts the three major fronts conflict Heavy black lines show of resistance On the central front Russian defending reported to out entire SmOensk fighting in north reported Poov 150 miles south Lenngrad And the southern front at Zhitomir 75 miles east Kiev
The Nome nugget., 1941-08-18

Germans reported that they had punched their
 CD, in Russia 100 miles eastward to while Russians spearheads 1C0 miles from their deepest peneation Fighting the Porkhov Ankaa sOnne reported the Black Turkey seize the Dardaneles
The Nome nugget., 1941-08-18
RUSSIA IS FAVORED BY. DISTANCES

LISBON, Portugal, Aug The military writer of the Portuguese newspaper A Voz, Colonel Port elo, reported that the war in the East is duel between speed and space with the Russians winning so far on the side of space. After quoting frequent German news paper excuses about the difficult ies of transportation in the Rus sian campaign, the Portuguese military expert said:
 Advance Continually Weaker
 ''The speed of the German ad- vance must necessarily be weak ened by the difficulties of each new undertaking. There also are the difficulties of providing sup
The Waterbury Democrat., 1941-08-29
WhittemOre Auction Next Month
Vets Plan
 Dance And Banquet
Two Days State Convention Opens Tomorrow; Black
 Birds Win Rubber Co., BOcci Tourney

Naugatuck, Aug. 29 = A military dance will be held at p. m. Sat- lurday in Falcon hall in connection with the state convention of Polish World War Veterans here tomorrow and Sunday.
 A Polish officer, who has served in England and who is now with the Polish army in Canada, is expected to be the guest speaker at the ban quet Sunday at 6 p. m. in Falcon hall.
 There will be a special Mass for members of the society at St. He'd wigs church at 10:30 Sunday morning. The parade, which many will witness, will be held at 2 D. m. Sunday.
 Mrs. E. Kiszelewski heads the banquet committee and assisting her are: Mrs Karwacki, Mrs. H. Luz bowiechi, Mrs. Nj. Kazlouski, Mrs. R. Polakoski, Mrs. F. Szczesiul, Mrs. L. Lillis, Mrs M Srzybylowski, Mrs. M. Krulikoski, Mrs. Konopizenski, Mrs. G. Lyszkewicz, and Mrs. A. Graboski.
 Members ofFthe ticket committee are: Mrs. F. Szczesiul, Mrs. w. Swi- derski, Mrs. F. Szczesiul, Mrs. M. Lillis, Mrs. G. Konopczenski, George Kogut, s. Mrozinski and s. Kim aszewski are delegates of the local post and Mrs. F. Szczesiul, Mrs M. Lillis and Mrs. A. Grabowski are delegates of the auxiliary.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1941-08-29
Weddings

Naugatuck, Aug. 29- Selecting the filth anniversary of her grandpar- ents' wedding as the date for her wedding, Miss Iva Lillian Judd, of Woodbury, granddaughter of MT. and Mrs. w. c. Judd of Union City was married to Everett B. Corcoran Tuesday night at her grandparents home on Wooster street. The bride was given in marriage by her father, Thomas Judd.
 MT. and Mrs. Robert Schaff were the attendants. The bride wore a light blue tweed suit with navy blue accessories and wore corsage of red roses. Her attendant wore an Iceland blue wool suit with bur- gundy accessories and wore cor sage of pink roses. The mother of the bride was attired in a navy blue suit and hat and pink roses. The mother of the bridegroom wore a brown dress and hat and corsage of yellow roses. More than 65 guests attended the reception held at the Red Cedar Nook, Woodbury, and the couple are on . tour of the
The Waterbury Democrat., 1941-08-29
Borough Funerals

Naugatuck, Aug. 29-The funeral of Patrick Henry Crotty, 86, of 13 Melbourne court, who died suddenly yesterday afternoon at his home, will be held tomorrow morning at 9:30 from the residence, to St. Fran cis' church at 10 o'clock, where a high Mass of requiem will be cele- brated. Burial will be in St. James cemetery.
 MT. Crotty was born in Ireland and had lived here 50 years. He worked for the U. s. Rubber Go. for number of years but had re. tired some years ago.
 He leaves two sons, Patrick, of Naugatuck and John, of California; i; four daughters, Mrs. Minnie Mo- Carthy and Mrs. Peter Kilduff of Naugatuck Mrs.. Adolph Voss Of California and Mrs. Joseph Hole weiger of West Haven; and several grandchildren.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1941-08-29

scribe fully. A catalogue will be published by the auction firm Sept. 2 and may be obtained at the Whtttemore premises for .25 each or at the office of the Gilbert firm, 505 Fifth avenue, New York city.
 Book Sale Featured
 The feature of the collection will be the book sale. There are 800 book items, and 1t is estimated these include 10000 books, many uf which are from limited editions and on which the bindings are unusual ly beautiful.
 The sale of books will take one entire day. Books will be sold main ly in sets, but there will be some books sold individually.
 Although some fine paintings will be sold, none of the famous col- lections of the Whittemore family will be sold. This includes 'The White Girl" by Whistler and works of Renaud, Degas and Monet.
 The Chinese porcelain includes some from the Ming, Chien Lung, Juan Tang, and Han dynaSties and are considered of high value. In addition there will be furniture, Oriental rugs, engravings and meg zotints, costly glassware and din- ner sets, and thousands of other articles.
 The Gilbert firm has & 10-year background and has done much work. It specializes in estate auc- tionS.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1941-08-29

New England states. They will re- side in Southbury on their return.
 MastrOsimane- CreddO
 The wedding of Miss Rose Mary Creddo, daughter of Mrs. Carmela Creddo of II Maple terrace, to Sam uel Mastrosimane of 89 Central ave- nue, Ansonia, will take place tomor- row at St. Francis church.
 Sylvestrine- Grant
 Mrs. Robert Grant of Cherry street today announced the engage ment and coming marriage of her daughter, Elizabeth Mary, to Aldo l.. Sylvestrine, son of MT. and Mrs. John Malgari of German street. The wedding will take place Sept. a at St. Francis church.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1941-08-29

goiong on sale at D. m. each day. The auction will be held in the main hall of the late Miss Whittemores semi Colonial home on Church street here, which contains over 40 rooms.
 ' Articles to delight the soul of a collector will be on sale. There will be Chinese porcelain and jade made in 400 AID. in the collection to be sold.
 There will be Oriental rugs which originally cost $4,500 or 5000 which will be sold. Not only high-priced articles will be for sale. There will be articles of minor nature which will sell for as low as a few dollars.
 No jewery will be sold.
 Gilbert in Charge
 The firm of o. Rundle Gilbert of New York city will be in charge of the auction.
 It was learned today no decision has yet been made as to what dis- posal will be made of the Miss Gertrude Whittemore home after the ouction. Miss Whittemore, rec puteGly one of the wealthiest wo- men in town, if not in the state of Connecticut, died last spring.
 There will be an exhibition for the public at the home on Sunday, Sept. 2l, from 2 p. m. to 5 p. m., ard on Monday, Sept. 21, from 10 c. m. to 4 p. m. There will be no admission charge to the exhibition on these two days.
 However, when the auction starts there will be a charge of $1 per day, which can be applied to the SAurchase price of any article fought. Luncheon will be served at the premises.
 The variety of valuable articles In the home is impossible to de-
The Waterbury Democrat., 1941-08-29
UNITED CHURCH
 FARLEY CALLED
Beacon Falls Delegates to Camp Conference to Be
 Named Tonight

Beacon Falls, August 29. = Nam- ing of thase who will attend the two-day conference of the Young Peoples Christian Endeavor So- ciety to be held at Camp Hagen in September will take place at g meeting of the Christian Endeavor Society o fthe United church to- night at 7:30 o'clock at the home of Jack Ferguson of Bethany Road, president of the society.
 Other plans of the society will be discussed at the sesion.
 The funeral of Mrs. Margaret Smith of Main street was held this morning at 8:15 o'clock from her residence, to St. Michael's church at o'clock, where a solemn high mass of requiem was celebrated. Burial was in St. James ceretery, Nauga- tuck.
 Francis Payne of MiddIebury was guest of honor Wednesday night at stag party at the Chase Country Club, Waterbury. He will be mar ried tomorrow to Miss Georgeanna Upright of Beacon Falls. Local res- idents at the party included: George, Kenneth, Harry and Halph Upright.
 A luncheon in honor of Miss Ruth Wisniewski of Cook Lane, whose marriage to Francis Quinn of Nau- gatuck vii ltake place tomorrow, was held Wednesday noon at the Beacon Falls Recreation Club. She was pre- scented with a desk and chair from the office force of the Beacon Falls Rubber Shoe Company, and received other gifts.
 MT. and Mrs. Louis Clark have returned from their wedding trip and are residing on Burton Road. Mrs. Clark is the former Miss Ruth Sparks.
 Miss Loreen Wynne of Wolfe ave- nue, who has been vacatloning with friends in Maine, has returned.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1941-08-29

and in third place were the Mon- tone Magpipes.
 The Tournament provided many upsets which were unexpected. Cut ting Canaries, winners of the regu- lar League Tournament were de- feated by Tangredis Outsole Orioles Montone's Magpies took over the Making Room Marsh Swallows, who were runners up for the regular regular league championship. Nar- dello's Nightingales were one of the surprises of the evening. The de- feated both the Warehouse Warb- lers and the Molding Meadow Larks before going down to defeat.
 Prizes will be awarded the win- ming teams at the Annual Boot Out ing and Banquet to be held Septem- Der 18th at Capacci's Grove.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1941-08-29

grand list. If payment is not made on some of these, legal action will be taken which will make it more costly for the delinquent, so MT. Fitzgerald urges such taxes to be paid now.
 Birthday Party
 A birthday party for Marjorie Paul was held recently at the home of her parents, MT. and Mrs. Ray mond Paul of Walnut street. Twen- ty-two attended.
 Notice to Painters
 Painters have been notified of specifications for the contract for painting the exterior of the Town Hall, Supt. of Welfare Leo Scully said today. Any local painter who has not been notified and who is interested may obtain the specifi- cations at the welfare department office. @
 The contract has not yet been let, but probably will be at the September meeting of the welfare board.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1941-08-29
Borough Briefs

Announcement has been made of the birth of a daughter August 26 at St. Mary's hospital, Waterbury at MT. and Mrs. GaSton J. Adams of Rubber avenue Mrs. Adams is the former Miss Elizabeth Geigel of Waterbury. ..-
 The Misses Marie Mcclure and Genevieve Campbell of North Main street are vacationing at Cape Cod, Mass.
 Mrs. Emily Dillon and daughter, Joan, of North Main street are va cationing at Cape Cod, Mass.
 MT. and Mrs. William F. DOherty and daughter, Miss Ellen DOherty, of North Main street are spending the weekend at Cape Cod, Mass.
 Miss Barbara NorwaSh of Park place has returned here after hav- ing spent the summer at a girls camp in Kent.
 MT. and Mrs. Frank J. Brennan of Maple street have as their guests MT. and Mrs. Joseph LengyeI and sons of Lynfield Center, Mass.
 Mrs. James Gibbons and son, James, Jr., of Bradley street, who have been visiting relatives in Lyn- field Center, Mass, have returned.
 Harris Whittemore, IT,, chairman of the seIective service board, and Miss Adelaide Clayton, chief clerk for the local selective service head quarters, will attend an all-day ses- sion of chairmen and clerks to be held Sept. at the Veterans home, Rocky Hill.. DiscussiOn~will be about routine difficulties tho various boards face.
 Joseph Rossi and Anthony Gian- carlo of High street have returned from a 1000 mile motorcycle trip to Lusk, Wyoming and back. They visited many interesting places and were fortunate in that they had no tire or motor trouble on their three week trip. They report little worry about the gasoline situation in the waste, with gasaline being plentiful and cheap there.
 Edward l.. Kahn of 288 High street has been added to the list of selective service registrants. He recently completed a term in the National Guard. His order mum. Der is 2021A. @
The Waterbury Democrat., 1941-08-29
Pelicans Beaten

The U. s Bocci Elimination Tour nament ended last night with the Boot Room Black Birds as cham pions. They defeated the Planning Pelicans in an exciting 16-13 match, which did not end until Il p. m. The champions and runner-up teams were Boot Room Black Birds in first place, in second place came the hard fighting Planning Pelicans,
The Waterbury Democrat., 1941-08-29
FORMER LOCAL GIRL, BURNED, RECOVERING

Naugatuck, Aug. 29-Mrs. Beatrice Paris of Teaneck, L. l., former local resident, has completely recovered from burns she suffered at her home several weeks ago.
 Mrs. Paris, the former Beatrice Buckmiller, received leg burns when stockings she was wearing caught fire in her kitchen. She was con- fined to bed for 8 week and only lately has fully recovered.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1941-08-29
LEGION NOMINATES
 SLATE NEXT WEEK

Naugatuck, Aug. 29.-Nomination of officers of the Naugatuck post, American Legion, will be held next Wednesday night in Pythian hall. Election and installation of officers will be held Sept. 26 at Pythian hall. John Simmons is commander of the post now.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1941-08-29
GLASS SOFTBALL. '1O'
 PLANNING BANQUET

Naugatuck, Aug.l 29.-The Nauga- tuck Glass Company softball team will enjoy a banquet on Saturday, Sept. at Tim Moynihan's at Hitchcock Lake. A fine time is an- ticipated bringing to pleasant close an enjoyable season. John Van will be master of ceremonies.
 Preparations for the affair are being completed. The committee in charge includes: Dick Jones, Jerry Sirica, Eddie Furs, Walter Cynbolic and Eddie Roache.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1941-08-29
DRIVE ON AUTO
 TAXES LOOMING
Many Still Owe on Bills Due July Illegal Action
 May Be Taken

Naugatuck, August 29-Tex Col lector James F. Fitzgerald today warned drive for collection of overdue auto taxes will be started soon, and urged residents who own cars and who have not paid the taxes on these to pay now.
 There are many auto owners who have not yet paid the taxes on their cars due July and there are also some who owe for auto taxes on grand lists prior to the 1940
The Waterbury Democrat., 1941-08-29
PHILADELPHIA AIRPORT
 TO EXTEND BOUNDARY

Philadelphia (UP)-Philadelphia is planning to extetnd its boundary lines to include the new Municipal Airport and 211 additional acres of land for future development of run- ways.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1941-08-29
HAMPTON EXPANDS STUDY

Hampton. Va. = (uP) Hampton Institute for Negroes has opened . new Communications Center to aid students in speaking, writing and reading more effectively. The cen- ter includes en experimental thea. ter, e campus bEoadcastlng system, scientifically desiened writing lab- ofalcrles and dlscnaslon rooms.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1941-08-29
Deferment Granted

Anthony Lambo of Hartford, for merly of Cheshire, who was orig inally scheduled for induction in the U. s. army with the quota that leaves here Sept. 5, has received temporary deferment and Kenneth Bottomley of Johnson street will replace him, Miss Adelaide Clay ton, chief clerk at the selective ser- vice office, said today.
 Lambo was deferred because of- ficials have not yet decidde defi- nitely whether or not his present work is considered defense work. His case is under advisement at present.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1941-08-29
SOUTHPAWS

For writing and sports, many movie stars, such as Charlie Chap lin, Greta Garbo, Ray Midland, Judy Garland and John Garfield are Ieft-handed.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1941-08-29
Naugatuck, August 29.

Naugatuck, August 29 Personal effects of the late Miss Gertrude Wnittemore and some of the property the public Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday, September 22 23 "A and 25 The entire contents of the home of Miss Whttemore will be sold and it is estimated that the value of these $OOOOO The auction will start at 1O3O o'clock each day with catalogue articles
The Waterbury Democrat., 1941-08-29
PECULIAR FEET

Chimney swifts cannot perch on twigS and wires as other birds do. Their feet are of such peculiar con- struction that they are able to perch only on vertical surfaces.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1941-08-29
MISSION GROUP
 CONFINES HERE.
Salem Lutheran Church Scene of District Farley
 Wednesday, Sept. l7

Naugatuck, Aug. 29-The annual meeting of the Hartford District Mission group will be held at the Salem Lutheran church on We'd nesday, Sept. IT. Pastors and lay men will attend from the entire district It is expected officers will be elected and other business trans acted.
 Some members of the Salem Lutheran church will attend the Hartford District Luther league program in the First Lutheran church, New Britain, on Monday, Sept. 1.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1941-08-29
HOspitalized

Considerable improvement is -e- ported in the condition of Miss Marie Johnson, 30, of Hillside av- enue, who suffered severe injuries when hit by a car Tuesday night on New street.
 Miss Johnson is patient at the Waterbury hospital.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1941-08-29
Four Days Sale
 Will Be Handled
 By New York Men
Entire Contents Estimated at Over $lOOOOO; No JeweIry to Be Sold; Catalogue of Articles to Be
 Published; lover 10000 Books Going

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