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The Waterbury Democrat., 1941-02-21
FAREWELL PARTY
 HELD FOR SCACCO
Branch Street Man Leaves for Service in Army;
 Feted By Friends

Michael Scacco of Branch street was guest of honor at a farewell party given at the home of Mrs. Samuel Rinaldi Tuesday evening. More than 50 people gathered to bid farewell to Michael, who left We'd nesday morning for years army training. A purse and other gifts were presented to him at the party.
 Those present included the Misses Mabel Margiotta, Kathryn Summa, Jennie Summa, Florita Bebley, Ter esq Giordiano, Jean Duddona, Mar ion Scacco, Margaret German, Nor man Diamond, Olive Madden. Vic toria Beccia, Leta Paul, Margaret Scacco, Dolores Rinaldi, Barbara Begley, Edith Rinaldi, Jane Accou- sti, Marie Denota, Betty LoRusso, Lee Petrone, Ellen Perugini, Olive Ryb and Helen Hosier.
 MT. and Mrs. Don Zampina, MT. and Mrs. M. Dipippoo. MT. and Mrs. James Begley, MT. and Mrs. Samuel Rinaldi, MT. and Mrs. John Begley, MT. and Mrs. V. Accosti, MT. and Mrs. F. Iacovino, MT. and Mrs. c. Christian, MT. and Mrs. D. Ferrera, MT. and Mrs. P. Rim aldi, MT. and Mrs. A. Fisher, MT. and Mrs. Salvatore Rinaldi, MT. and Mrs. Norman Mastrachio, MT. and Mrs. M. Bruno, MT. and Mrs. N. Giordiano, MT. and Mrs. Fred erick Flammia, MT. and Mrs. An gelo DeLeo, MT. and Mrs. N. Scacco, Mrs. E. Summa, Mrs. M. Jeanette, Mrs. M. Petrone, Mrs. Angelo Lenese, Mrs. Margaret Scacco, MT. and Mrs. Salva- tore Zotto, MT. and Mrs. Albert Corvenelli, MT. and Mrs. F. Sol- onnita, MT. and Mrs. c. Guerrero, MT. and Mrs. Vito Slia, Jack Spencer, Thomas Moore, James Nardozzi, Louis Dipietro, John Morrone, Robert Mcdonald, Rob- ert Richards.
 And Vito Scacco, Joseph Sum- ma, Angelo Durante, Daniel Man cini, Anthony and William Rinal- di, William Valetta, Alfred Scacco, Kenneth AccouSti, Ralph Julian, Charles and Edward Denota, Louis and Walter Amatruda, Thomas Zampina, James Sorrenta, Ed ward Walsh, Anthonyq Ianaccio, Al- bert Michael, Scacco, Victor Muc- ci, Bernard Delsanger, Albert Sylvester, Rocco and Butler Mar giotta, Louis and Vito Rinaldi, Louis Falcone, Arthur Mitchell, Robert Each, Frank Gilden, Charles oNeil.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1941-02-21
RITZ FEATURING
 FAMOUS DANCERS
Holiday Attraction An= nOunced for Popular
 Park City Dates

It's happy weekend of holiday dancing at the Ritz ballroom in Bridgeport, starting with the bril- liant Washington's birthday dance on Saturday, February 22nd. There1l be romantic waltzes-every third dance will be in thrilling three quarter tempo-played with luxuri- ant grace by the Casa Ritz orchestra. Highlight of the dance program will be the appearance of the famed Arthur Murray dancers, Florence King and Stanley Wood, who will exhibit and instruct in La Congo, Tango and Rhumba.
 Baritone voiced Vaughn Monroe brings his famous NEG orchestra to the Ritz Sunday, February 23rd. Perhaps the most beloved of macs tros wh ohave played at the Ritz, Vaughn Monroe is definitely the best bet for 1941 Stardom. Already this smooth trumpeter who formerly graced Dick Marshard's orchestra up Boston way, has created a ter rife demand for his music. Ziggy Talent and Marilyn Duke are his featured entertainers.
 The coming of Charlie Barnet on March 23rd and Jimmie Lunch ford March 30th are looked for Ritz dates.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1941-02-21
ZION EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN
 POI Cherry Street

Rev. E. Einar Kron, Pastor.
 Sunday, February 23-Qumquage- sima Sunday. Church school and Bible class convenes at 930 a. m. Holy Communion will be celebrated at the morning worship at 1045' with communion sermon on "The Fruits of His Death" An offering will be lifted for China Relief. Calendar for Week of February 2S
 Wednesday aftemoon-Missiona Tea at the home of Mrs. Axel For sell on Henry street, for the benefit of the Missionary Society. All lad ies are welcome.
 Thursday at 8-Choir practice in church.
 Friday at 2-Iduna Circle will meet at the home of Mrs. Erik Lar son on Cassidy avenue.
 Friday at 7:30-Meeting Of the Lutheran Brotherhood.
 Friday at 8-Annual Fuel Festival of the church. with special program.
 Saturday at 1030 a. m.-Confir- nation class meets at the parson- age.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1941-02-21

Although everyone knows that the number of Stars in Old Glory has varied during the history of our country, not all of us realize that the number Of stripes has varied too.
 From May i, 1795 to July 4, 1913, stretch of twenty-three years, the American flag had fifteen bars. The two extra bars represented Vermont, admitted to the Union on March 4, 1791, and Kentucky, admitted on June 1, 1792. This fifteen stripe flag played an important role in American history. In the first place it was the flag that flew over Fort McHenry, Baltimore, on the night of September 13-14, 1914, and inspired Francis Scott Key to write ''The Star -Spangled Banner" That hymn was made the National Anthem of- ficially by Congress one hundred and seventeen years later, on March 3, 1881. The Baltimore flag itself was made by Mrs. Mary Young Pickersgill of that city and meas ures 36 by % feet. It is preserved today in the National Museum in Washington.
 The fifteen-barred flag saw this country through two wars and one quasi-war. The "quasi-war," was that with France in 1797-1799. The actual wars were those with Tripoli in 1903, and with Great Britain in 1812-1814. Again, it was the flag flown by the frigate Essex, Captain David Porter, the first United States warship to double the two southern capes,-Cape of Good Hope on March 28, 1900, and Cape Horn on February IA, 1913. It flew on many historic occasions during those twen- ty-three years.
 First Official Flag
 The first official flag was select ed by Congress on June IA, TIT, with thirteen bars and thirteen stars, representing the thirteen orig inal colonies. These are, in the order of their ratification of the Constitution: Delaware, Pennsylva- mia, New Jersey, Georgia, Connecti- cut, Massachusetts, Maryland, South Carolina, New Hampshire, Virginia, New York, North Carolina, and Rhode Island.
 The Act of Congress to change the flag from thirteen to fifteen bars and stars was introduced in the
The Waterbury Democrat., 1941-02-21
HOLY CROSS CLUB
 STAGES FAREWELL

A farewell party will be given members of the Holy Cross Alumni group of Waterbury, who are leav- ing for camp with the National Guard, at the Hotel Elton tomor- row noon. Dr. M. J. Lawlor, pres ident of the Naugatuck Valley Club of Holy Cross will preside.
 Among those who will leave for Camp Banding, Florida, with the guardsmen are Andrew McFadden and Robert Quin. They will be hon. or guests at tomorrow noon'S lunch con and reception.
 It is expected also that initial plans will be announced for the clubs annual banquet and reunion. It is one of the laregts-attended of the Holy Gross Alumni gatherings in the state.
 A report of the progress of the Holy Cross building fund campaign will also be read tomorrow by the local chairman, John Gilmartin.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1941-02-21

the Presbyterian" or "Synodic" form are governed by an ascend ing scale of representative bodies, topped by a general assembly which is the chief legislative and judicial authority of the denomi- nation. The Presbyterian, Luth- eran and Reformed churches are so organized, while the form of government of the Methodist church is closely related.
 c. What is the significance of Brotherhood Week, observed throughout the country, February 22-28?
 A. Brotherhood Week is spon- sored annually by the National Conference of Christians ana Jews to promote better understanding and cooperation among all faiths. Theme of the eighth annual ob-, servance is national unity.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1941-02-21

away "siege" is reported to have drawn some 10000 for two lectures in Springfield some few months since. 35 nm. films and expert pro- duction for this lecture.
 The Second Church Symphony orchestra will play program of semi-classical music from ' to 7:30 p. m. The program is as follows:
 "Defile" = Characteristic French March = CheEne.
 Suite Romantique 8 Day in veni- zio - E. Nevine.
 Chopin Nottur1io (violin solo, MT. George Clausen) Chopin.
 Overture Semiramite = G. Ros- sini.
 The Holy City (cornet solo, M. V. Vincentis)-S Adams.
 Walker di Concerto Spring Beau tiful Spring-P Lincke.
 The doors of the church will open at o'clock.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1941-02-21
Nangatuck Chnrch
 Directory
CONGREGATIONAL

The church school will meet at 9:45 a. m. in the parish house.
 Morning worship will be held at Il o'clock. The. minister, Rev. Ed ward R. Hance, will preach on The Grace of Appreciation"
 Children,s subject rom m y's Birthday"
 Music: introductory voluntary, Choral Prelude" J. s. Bach; an- them, 'The Lord Is My Shepherd, Smart; offertory, lover the Stars There Is Rest" Apt; concluding voluntary. Prelude in E Minor" J. s. Bach.
 The church kindergarten will be open to care for the younger chil- dren while their parents attend the morning service.
 The Young Peoples Fellowship will meet at 2 o'clock Mrs. Albert W. Holmberg will lead discussion on Parents are Human Beings"
The Waterbury Democrat., 1941-02-21
SALVATION ARMY
182-186 Cherry Street

182-186 Cherry Street Adjutant and Mrs. Hugo Winery Officers -in- charge,
 Sunday Services
 10:OO a. n.-Holiness Meeting 11:00 a. m.-Sunday School
 6:30 p. m.-Young Peoples Legion
 Meeting
 800 D. m. Salvation Meeting Lieutenant Mary Conroy, of the Salvation Army's Editorial Depart ment in New York City, will speak in the service at 800 p. m. on the topic, ''The Hands Of Jesus" Lieut.. Conroy who graduated from the same session of the Arny's Train ing College as Lieut. Raymond SmtAl, Adjutant Wiberg's former assistant, will also participate in the other services of the day, at HOO a. m. and 6:30 D. m.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1941-02-21
regati0nal
SECOND CONGREGATIONAL
Sunday, February 23, 1O:3O a. m Order Of Morning Worship

SuQQay, fSDTudIy Ao, AU.oo C. AA'
 Order of Morning Worship Prelude: Adoration-Arabaolaza The Processional Hymn-My God
 Thank Thee Who Hast Made The Call to Worship, Invocation
 and Lords Prayer Junior Anthem: We March to Vic
 tory ................... Barnby Responsive Reading Gloria Patri Soprano Solo-Light-Stevenson The Scripture Reading Prayer Offertory Anthem: Let All Mortal
 Flesh Keep Silence-Holst Doxology
 Children'S Sermon Hymn-Who is on The Lords Side? The Sermon-"The Joy of Giving. The Recessional Hymn-Soldiers ot
 Christ, Arise
 Benediction
 Postlude: Finale-Beobide The flowers In The Vase will be in Memory of MT. and Mrs. Louis E. Granger and MT. Edson R. Gran ger.
 The Flowers On The Communion Table will be In Memory of Hrs Agnes Barr. The Flowers On The Small Table will be In Memroy of Miss Pearl Brundage.
 Forum-7:3O p. m. The Second Church Symphony Or
 chestra-7:0O to 7:30 p. m. Hymn-Day is Dying in the West Invocation and Lords Prayer Scripture Lesson Anthem: Accept My Heart-Borch Illustrated Lecture: "The Siege ot
 WarsaW"-Julien Bryan Offertory: Tenor Solo: He Wipes
 the Tear from Every Eye Question Period Hymn-God that Madest Earth and
 Heaven
The Waterbury Democrat., 1941-02-21
MT. OLIVE ZION

Moving Men and Women Nearer God" will be the subject of the sermon of Rev. Sailsman w. Weller pastor of the Mount Olive A. M. E. Zion church, Sunday morning at 10:3O o'clock. The junior choir will sing.
 1.-TWO Types of Worshippers" will be Rev. MT. Weller's sermon topic at the evening service at 7:3O o'clock. The senior choir will sing
 A rally service will be held at 3 o'clock under the sponsorship of the Preachers Brotherhood at which time the guest speaker will be Rev. John Holmes of Norwich.
 Church school will be held at 9:3o a. m. Sunday. Mems Bible Class meeting at 12:30 p. m. and the Christian Endeavor Society barley at 6:30 p. m.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1941-02-21
ADVENT CHRISTIAN

Rev. Joseph P. c. Johnson, pastor of the Advent Christian church on Cherry street, will speak on the sub ject Jesus Only," at 1O:30 o'clock Sunday morning. The church school will meet at noon and the Loyal Workers will meet in the evening at 6:15 o'clock.
 The pastor will revlew the book 'The Amazing Story of Repear at the evening worship at ' o'clock. The book is the work of Fletcher Dobynss
The Waterbury Democrat., 1941-02-21
BUNKER HILL

Rev. Alan M. Fairbank, pastor of the Bunker Hill Congregational Church, will speak on the subject Foundation" at the II o'clock ser- vices Sunday morning.
 The Unanchored club will meet at 4 o'clock Sunday afternoon while the Young Peoples Society will meet at o'clock for installation of new members and candlelight service
The Waterbury Democrat., 1941-02-21

In every nook and corner of the world there are Roman Catholics -36O 100000 all told-all holding the same religious beliefs-all prac- ticing the same Faith-all willingly under the religious guidance of the same leader, the Pope. These people form cross-section of every coun- try of the world-the poor, the rich, the humble, the proud, the ignorant, the wise-each one satisfying his
The Waterbury Democrat., 1941-02-21
Lutheran
THOMASTON-BETHLEHEM EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN

North Main Street at Electric Ave
 Rev. E. Einar Kron, Pastor. Sunday. February g - Quinquage- sima Sunday. Sunday school con venes at 1000 a. m. A service oi worship will be held at 700 p. m with sermon by the pastor on Los ing or Gaining Life" An offering will be lifted for China Relief.
 Thursday, February 27 = Ladies Aid meets in the afternoon at the home of Mrs. Allan Innes, 78 High street.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1941-02-21

Janet Cantor, the thirteen year old daughter of Eddie Cantor, are Jun for Advisory Editors of the maga- zine. Senior Advisory Editors are George H. Gallup, Director, Institute of Public Opinion; Gertrude Hart man, author of "The World We Live In"; Arthur T. Jersild, Professor of Education Teachers College, Colum- bia University; Daniel c. Knowlton, Professor of Education, Social Stu dies Department, New York Univer- sity; Clara Savage Littledale, Editor,
The Waterbury Democrat., 1941-02-21
"Our Opportunities
 Theme of Address

"Our Opportunities will be the address of John A. Coe, president of the American Brass Co, which will be delivered at the weekly meet ing of the Sunday Noon club, Sum- day morning at HAS o'clock In the chapel of the Second Congregational church.
 The speaker will be Introduced by James Littlejohn, club president.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1941-02-21
HiIlside CongregationaI

9:45 a. m. Sunday School and the Bible classes. At Il o'clock there will be morning worship with the Rev. Paul Fryhling of Chicago as the preacher. MT. Fryhling is on an itinerary nthe New England States for North Park College in Chicago. The service will be in English. There will be music by the choir.
 The evening service with con- gregational hymn-sing will be at 7:30 o'clock. There will also be brief pre-Lenten message by the pastor on the topic Come and See.
 There will be a special service on Thursday evening at o'clock, which service will introduc series of spe- cial mid-week Lenten services. The sermons during this series will be on the general theme of Facing The Facts" \ .,.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1941-02-21

Parents Magazine; David s. Muz- zey, Emeritus Professor of History, Columbia University; author of "A History of Our Country" and many other historical books; and Hendrix Willem van Loon, famous historian, artist and author of ''The Story of Mankind" and other best sellers.
 Many noted educators and child psychiatrists have endorsed the new magazine. Harold G. Campbell, Su- perintendent of New York City Schools, on seeing advance proofs of
The Waterbury Democrat., 1941-02-21
ST. MTCHAEL'S

For week commencing Feb. g. The services at St. Michaels church Sunday February g, Quin- quagesima, will be as follows: Cele- bration of the Holy Communion at 7:30 a. m. Sundya school in the parish house at 9:30 a. m. Morn ing prayer and sermon at Il a. m. Sermon subject Speaking with the Tongues of Men and Angels. The members of the Grammar School Girls choir will assist with the mu- sic at this service. Young Peo- ple's Fellowship in the Parish House at 2 p. m.
 Q a. m.-Holy communion. St. Matthias.
 3:3O D. m.-Grammar school girS' choir in choir room.
 Ash "Wednesday
 a. m.-Hoy communion. g a. m. Litany, Penitential Office and Holy Communion.
 300 p. m. Study class in Parish House.
 TOO D. m. Altos and sopranos. D. m.-L1tany, Pen1tential Of~ flee and sermon with the Rev. Rich ard w. Baxter of Middlebury as guest speaker.
 Friday
 g a. m-Holy communion.
 Il a. m.-Church Helpers Bakery at Grants store on Maple street with Mrs. Howard Isbell as chair man assisted by Mrs. Maffsfield, Mrs. Harold Free and Mrs. A. J. Painter.
 2 p. m. Altos and sopranos: entire choir at 7:30 p. m.
 p. m.-Girl Scouts in parish house.
 p. m. United Service at Metho- dist church.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1941-02-21
o. What is the meaning of the ;ch iv, aorVv Christian SvnnhOliSn9

o. What is the meaning of the fish in early Christian symbolism?
 A. The fish symbolized Jesus in the early church. The initials of the title, Jesus Christ, Son of God, Saviour" written in Greek, form the word fish" in that lan- guage.
 O. What is the significance of the Jewish Sabbath?
 A. The Sabbath is regarded as the sign of the Covenant between God and man. Chief feature of traditional Sabbath observance is punctilious abstinence from labor or physical exertion.
 a. What characteristic distin- guishes the Presbyterian" form of church government?
 A. Churches organized under
The Waterbury Democrat., 1941-02-21
RELIGIOUS QUESTION BOX

Readers of The Democrat invited to send in questions garding Jewish promptly possible They
  questions that a personal reply may be sent if necessary.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1941-02-21

In one month recently the Phil ippines shipped 14,940,0O0 cigars to the United States.
The Tacoma times. [volume] (Tacoma, Wash.) 1903-1949, 1941-05-13
This Is American Citizenship Week

designated
stirring with
politically
the of citizenship such glorious
the gift of citizenship with little thought
abroad and seek the blessings
offers They know by contrast what citizenship these United
American Citizenship Week will
high school auditorium Thursday evening
The Amercanization Council ID patriotic
tons arranged superb Of and speeches Frank Drake
ability
will be the principal speaker.
incidentally the chief of the
welcoming citizenship $50 newly naturazed
boys girls who have recently
past year.
The entire community has been invited the
possible should attend The npaona quality of the such
that transcends all ectonaim all political beliefs
hearts and souls of all participating
The Tacoma times. [volume] (Tacoma, Wash.) 1903-1949, 1941-05-13
HALIFAX STRIVES
HARD To PLEASE

The British embassy At Wash
ington always has been q pile
Of stone and people. When the
French and German and Italian
embassies were throwing par
ties designed 10 win influential
friends at the capital, his maj
esty's representatives have re-
fused to bow or bend the knee
TO American public opinion
But it's different now. The
present occupants of the en-
baSsy-Lord and Lady Halifax
are strsining and striving 10
be human. They picked up a
couple OF hitch-hikerE a few
weeks ago in Virginia. and they
saw that their democratic gen
crosby got into the newspapers.
They gave their autographs TO
three mattresses in Rock Creek
park. and they made sure that
this democratic display was
hesdlined. Whereas in the past
British ambassadors ducked din
ner and luncheon speeches. the
HSlifaxes wsnEis for speaking
invitations They don't even ask
a fee.
Lord Halifax u the coolest and
most hAro-boiled diplomat 10
land In Washington for many
years. He has nothing In com
mon with the underlying object
ives 81 President Roosevelt New
Deal Ano yst. esezass England
The Tacoma times. [volume] (Tacoma, Wash.) 1903-1949, 1941-05-13


When Hitler conquered Po-
land. he roped off an area 200
miles square. The allies thought
he was using this territory for
concentration camps. But II was
in this remote area, far from
prying and foreign eyes, that ne
trained his parachute troops for
the invasions OF Norway, Hol-
land. Belgium and France. On
Baltic shores similar In geog-
raphy to those OF Norway. Hit
Ter trained his troops IN the
problems OF loading and unload
ing ships. He left nothing to
chance in these early conquests.
Uncle Sam. thanks to the pres
ence of a few shrewd foreign
military observers, Is copying
the Hitler pattern. In Alaska.
where axis spies can be detected
quickly. we are trying out our
new naval and military stuff.
And no far. although we are
short OF blitzkrieg weapons. the
Alaska demonstrations suggest
that we can lick der fuehrer II
we can obtain the necessary ma
teriaI in time.
The Tacoma times. [volume] (Tacoma, Wash.) 1903-1949, 1941-05-13
QUESTIONS TO TEST
YOUR KNOWLEDGE

Can YOU answer seven Of these
test questions Turn to the
woman's page for the answers
/. What ia the English trans
lation OF the Spanish song title.
Annapolis
?. Name the five living chill
dren Of President Roosevelt
5. On what famous bell are
inscribed the words Proclaim
liberty throughout all the land.
unto all the inhabitants there
or
4. For whom was Houston.
Texas. named
5. Win four i-ineh pipes dis
charge as much water a. one
4-inch pipe
6. Name the two men who
were recently appointed assistant
secretaries Of war.
7. Does the federal wage
hour Law require that time-sno-
a-hah be paid for work On a
holiday
g. The postage rate on book
weighing one pound Il one and
one-hah cents. True or falss :
.. Name the author CT An
thony Adverse"
10. Name the largest state IN
area east q the Mississippi
river.
The Tacoma times. [volume] (Tacoma, Wash.) 1903-1949, 1941-05-13
HOROSCOPE
TUESDAY. MAY Is

Threatening stars rule the
early hours today. the thirteenth
Of the month, but later there In
q benefic aspect which promises
much In tho way Of constructive
work.
Heart and Nome: Routine
work should be pursued under
this configuration. II Is a time
10 enjoy TO the utmost all the
spring recreations while prepar-
ing for summer service in de-
Tense programs. This Is n day
promising for gardening and for
domestic improvements. II is
fortunate for the buying of
homes which now take on a new
significance. II IL q lucky day
for those who are caring for ref
ugees. especially children. The
seers foretell for the future
great national benefits through
these guests Of the United
States, many OF whom will be-
come citizens.
National Issues: Planting of
private gardens will be FORUM
ate for many as food aid for war
victims continues to be Of ut
most interest among forward
looking and wer-intentioned citi-
zens Of the United States. Agri-
culture Ia subject to favorable
planetary influences. although
losses from floods and storms
will he great in widely separ-
sted parts OF the country.
International Affairs: As the
year progresses revolutionary
movements will begin to gain
secretly. although innocent men
and women will be executed by
the Maxi government. II the
seers are to be believed. ulu-
mate victory will be obtained by
the British with the aid Of the
United states. The downfall Of
the dictAtors Ia inevitable.
Persons whose birthdate II In
have the sugury Of a year OF
fairly good fortune. although
there may be deception IN GER
tain business transactions or
financial trusts.
Children born on this day
should be lucky. for they will
be generous. industrious and far
seeing. They may have a quick
temper which leads To hasty
speech and sarcastic comment.