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The Waterbury Democrat., 1941-08-29
Automatic Deferment Granted At Present
 Not Permanent Plan
No Guarantee of Complete Exemption From Military Service Accompanies Boards Action; 100
 Local Troops May Be Sent Home

The impending establishment of a new classification for all regis trants % years of age and over was announced today by Colonel Ernest L. Averill, state director of Connec- ticut's selective service system. In this connection the draft head is quoted as indicating, When the Lo- cal Board receives the completed questionnaire from the registrant % years of age or over, the evidence of age is considered by the board and the classification is held in abeyance until some time in the near future when 1t is anticipated a special classification for this group will be authorized from National HeadQuarterS".
 Attaches of local draft boards to- day expressed the opinion that a new letter would be added to the Glass I ratings, which would grant deferment to the registrant in ac- cordance with the Congressional ruling to that effect, but would StlN leave him available for service in the event of some future greater nation al emergency.
 Questioned as to whether defer ments granted to registrants and in- ducteeS 28 or over would be of a permanent nature, in view of claims advanced when the measure was
The Waterbury Democrat., 1941-08-29

under consideration that these men possessed neither the physical con- dltion, nor the general adaptibility to camp-life of the younger men, draft officials stated that no defer ments were permanent.
 QuestionnaireS returned to local draft boards, however, in which the regiStrant states that he arrived at the age of 20 on or before July l, 1041 will be given automatic defer ment, regardless of whatever claims are advanced by the registrant. This rating takes precedence over any other status, whether of dependen- cy, defense industrial employment, or any other.
 Meanwhile, it is pointed out, every regiStrsnt irrespective of age, must fill out the queStionnaire and return 1t to his local board. In this regard Col. Averill stated. Legislation rela- tive to registrantS 28 years of age or over does not exempt them from service but merely gives the pres ident the power to defer them. The presidential proclamation deferred this group but they are required by the law and regulations to follow every rule laid down for all regis trants. including notification to the Local Board of change of address.
 While inductees now in the serv- ice are unlikely to be discharged be- fore December, according to Capt. Frederick E. Phelan, state public re- lations director for the selective service system, neither the state body nor local boards will have any, thing to do with the procedure. Commanding officers in the army will be responsible for granting re- quests to be sent home. It is es- timated that approximately 100 se- lecteeS over 28 years of age from this city are affected by the legisla- tion.
 Plans for the rehabilitation of these men upon their return are un- der way. A member of local draft board will be asked to act in cooper ation with the Connecticut state employment services, in order to se- cure employment for the discharged men.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1941-08-29
JEWEL THIEF IS
 CAUGHT IN SOUTH

Greenwich, Conn.,, Aug. 2o-(UP) Police Chief John M. Gleason said today that Harold H. Channel. %. known countrywide as a notorious gem thief, had been apprehended at Baltimore in connection with two robberies here in which $l0OO00 in jewels were stolen.
 Channel, said Chief Gleason, would be charged with the theft of $40,0o0 in gems from the home of Mrs. Vera M. QerM Aug. Ii, and with the loss of $60O00 in jewels at the home of Edward Lasker last September. Also, according to Glea- son, the suspect was wanted in Nassau and Westchester counties, New York. and other places for robberies. Channel was apprehend- ed at 8 Baltimore baseball park late yesterday by Greenwich Detective Capt. John J. Teufel who said the accused would fight extradition.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1941-08-29
MAN LOSES LIFE
 WHILE SWIMMING
Funeral Services TomOr= row for Wm. J. Howard,
 IT,, We'll Known Athlete

The funeral of William J. How ard, Jr., 30, son of MT. and Mrs. William J. Howard of 520 Sylvan avenue, who drowned late yester- day afternoon while swimming in Pritchard's pond, will be held to- morrow morning from the Mulville funeral home, 270 West Main street at 8:15 o'clock. A solemn high Mass of requiem will be celebrated at St. Francis Xavier church at g, with burial in new St. Joseph's ceme- tery.
 Towards body was recovered about 8 dozen feet from 8 small cement dam which holds back the water in the pond by Sergt. Joseph Petit and Motor Patrolman Harry Martin at about 6:45 o'clock. Two boys, Jack Dwyer, IA, of 293 Bald win street and James Carroll, 16, of 24 Piedmont street, with John Shugrue, B, of 50 Tracey avenue dived in and pulled the body to the shore after the grappling irons used by the police located 1t, Sergt. Pettit reported.
 Acting Medical Examiner Dr. Harold F. Morrill, said the mans death was due to accidental drown ing and said that he died about three hours previously to his dis covery.
 The local police were called by Mrs. Elizabeth Fitzpatrick of 800 Peark Lake road and her son, Har- ", 2S, when the Dwyer and Car roll boys returned from fishing. The boys reported that they found Towards clothes on the bank but were unable to see Howard.
 Howard was reported leaving his home about 9:30 yesterday morning by George Dayton, 8 friend. Day. ton said Howard told him he was going swimming for the day and that he believed that he went alone.
 The pond where Towards body was found is located in 8 wooded section off the Pearl Lake road.
 In addition to his parents, How ard is survived by five brothers, Francis, Edward, Thomas, George and Richard, and two sisters, Mae and Margaret Howard, all of Wa terbury.
 He was born in Waterbury and attended the Hopeville school. He was a graduate of Crosby high school where he was interested in sports. He played on the Hopeville baseball and basketball teams and was well liked among the younger set on Washington Hill.
 Friends may call at the funeral home today from 2 to Il p. m.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1941-08-29
BRIDGEPORT MAN DIES OF WOUND

Bridgeport, Conn, August 2O. - (UP) - A coroneris investigation be- gan today in the death of David s. Butterworth, 24, 8 toolmaker, who died last night from bullet wound under his right eye.
 Edward J. Calchera, 8, friend, was being held by police in $l,O0O bonds on a technical charge oi breach of peace.
 Calchera told police he and George o. Fancher, g, called ct Butterworth's home last night and for some time the trio listened to phonograph records. Then, accord ing to Calchera's story, Butterworth, firearms expect, took out a .32 cal- iber automatic pistol.
 He handed 1t to Calchera, who said it discharged as he was withdrawing it from a holster. The stub struck Butterworth in the face.
 Butterworth leaves his parents and a brother.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1941-08-29
FAKE POLICEMAN
 IS UNDER ARREST

Boston, Aug. 29.-(UP)-Robert E. Burns, 38, former resident of New York and Providence, R. l., pleaded innocent in municipal court today to charges of extortion and posing as policeman, few hours after he was seized at gunpoint in the lobby of an exclusive Back Bay hotel. The case was continued to Sept. 4 and Burns was held in $15, 900 total bail.
 Information supplied by Percival B. Evans, Wakefield shoe manufac- turer, described by police as the intended victim of a $10,O0O extor- ton plot, led to Burns arrest. Authorities said Evans identified Burns as the man who had ate tempted to obtain the money for him by falsely accusing him of a crime involving New York youth who once worked at Evans shoe factory.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1941-08-29
New Classification Looms for Regstrants 28 Years Age
New York Auto 'ColIides With Police Cruiser

Joseph MangIneEli, 25, of 2o11 Monterey avenue, New York City, was arrested on charges of reck- less driving and operating with defective brakes by Motor PatrOI- man Leo NEcKenna after the truck owned by GOOdwsrk, Inc, of 37 Campbell avenue, West Haven, and driven by MangineIli, struck a police car driven by Joseph Guil- fOyle, supernumerary on duty for : the ScovilI Mfg. Co. John Bergen, who is employed at the company was riding with the supernumer- ary when the accident occurred.
 Both Supernumerary GuiHfoyle and Bergen received bad shak- ing up but escaped uninjured when the truck struck the police cruiser number 31, Capt. William DuggaI, head of the motor patrol squad said.
 MangincEM will be arrasgned in trafElc court tomorrow before Judge T. E. Conway.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1941-08-29
NO ACTION LIKELY
 IN YOUTHS DEATH
Funeral Services to Be Held Tomorrow for Tun.
 mel Victim, c. CarmOdy

No investigation into the death of George Joseph Carmody, 16 whose body was discovered yester- day morning in an underground tunnel in the rear of the Public Market on Meadow street, Is planned by the police department.
 Dr. Harold r. Morrill,, assistant medical examiner, said he believed the death due to asphyxiation after the youngster entered the subter- ranean passage on an exploratory search.
 The assistant medical examiner added that the youth probably went into the passage and when he neared the other entrance from where he entered. might have be- come exhausted from the lack of oxygen and was overcome. He said the passage had not been opened for year. The youngsters body was found by an enploye of the Connecticut Light 6 Power Co.,, when he checked lights for a de- fective grounding.
 The youngster had been placed in foster home on Burton street before his disappearance on April 90.
 He is survived by his parents. Mir. and Mrs. Thomas Carmody of 642 Bank street, two brothers Thomas and John.
 He was born in Waterbury and attended Driggs grammar school where he was in the eighth grade. The funeral will be held tomorrow morning. Burial will be in Calvary cemetery.
 Friends may call at the funeral home tonight.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1941-08-29
RUSSIA PRAISES
 SHOT AT LAVAL

Moscow, Aug. % --(UP)- The newspaper Komsomolskaya Pravda today said that the shot which struck Pierre Laval at Versailles twill echo over all France and Europe"
 "It expresses the independence of Frances brave and proud youth, the paper said. Tt indicates that the Hitlerite arms in their rear are beginning to work against themselves.
 '"The shot evokes a deadly fear in all criminals in aHitler's service. Let them tremble, for the shot of the young French hero, Paul Col- cite, is not the last one."
The Waterbury Democrat., 1941-08-29
Priorities

City departments will not have to go without needed ma terials because of government priOritieS on many items, ac- cOrding to Director of Purchases Martin J. Sweeney.
 MT. Sweeney said that if de- lays are met in securing any needed goods, the city can apply to the OPM and will be given priorities. No applications have yet been necessary, he stated.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1941-08-29
Series Of Articles
 Prepared By Council
Democrat to Publish on Duties Activities of Air Raid
 Wardens; 1000 Instructors Ready to Cary On''

For the information of the pub. lic of Connecticut, the 6tata Do. fense Council has prepared q series of ten articles on the duties and activities of Air Raid Wardens, and the part they will play in emergency or in the event of war. Released with the approval og Col. Samuel Fl. Fisher, Defense Admin istratOr, the articles will run week ly In this paper beginning next week.
 The State Defense Council has found that no detail of the Civilian Defense Program has been of more general interest or created more questions than the subject of air raid wardens. Especially has this been SO since two schools for pr0s- pective wardens were conducted, one in Hartford and one in New Ha. ven. About 1,lO0/meE1 and women representing nearly every town II, the state, attended these schools and many are now qualifying as town or district wardenS or as 11- structorS in local schools. At tho two state schools, under super. vision of Major Herbert D. Gall laudet, the state Defense Council presented many speakers and 1ec- turerS from England who brought first hand information to the DO. tential Connecticut Air Raid War. dens.
 Practically all phase of warden activity will be covered in the seRieS which will give to every citizen complete picture of the duties and equipment of the thousands of mex and women who will be required as Air Raid Wardens should suck protection become necessary in thi, country.
 The articles will assist those wht already have had instructions, by briefly outlining for them subject matter not covered in detail at War. den schools. They should also be 0f great interest to the public in gen. eral as much of the information and advice they contain will be of value to the householder, to store 0wn- CTS, manufacturers, directors of in- stitutionS, or others who have em- ployeS, families or others in their charge. If the series is saved from week to week, the complete set will give brief but informative account of the Air Raid Warden's activities in Civilian Defense.
 The titles of the articles, indica- tive of the subject-matter, include the following:
 l. What is an Air Raid War den?
 2. Why Do We Need Ar Raid Wardens in Connecticut and who win Fill Such Posts?
 3. What a Warden Must Know, What He Must Do-E1is Equipment.
 {. Time. Incendiary and High Explosive Bombs.
 s. The Warden and Established Services Fire, Police, Utilities, Am- balances, etc.
 6. Panic Control and the Part Every Citizen Must Play in an Air Raid.
 2. Survey and Organization h Preparation for Air Raids.
 6. Air Raid Trainin gSchools-- Regional, Industrial. Local.
 9. The Warden, the Community, .ands the Household Unit.
 10. Future Organization.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1941-08-29
OBITUARY

WALTER Rev. Frank D. Wal ter of Vernon, New York, died at his home on Tuesday. A native of Vernon Center, he was born in 1866.
 Rev. MT. Walter had been pastor of the First Methods church in this city from 1905 to 1908. He also serv- ed pastorates in Meriden and Bridgeport. Rev. MT. Walter had studied at Syracuse University and Drew Seminary. He received his Masters degree from New York Unl- versity.
 He is survived by his wife, Mrs. Walter.
 The funeral was held today at the Methodist church in Vernon Center. N. Y.
 SMITH - Mrs. Esther Smith of B Anryliss avenue died on Tuesday night. A native of Russia, she had been 8 resident of this city for the past 50 years.
 Mrs. Smith is survived by five daughters, Mrs. Minnie Levine, Mrs. xAGAAAASksG .&Mk6o04AtAAk 0AAAs ANAA9s 4SSS Margolis, all of this city and Mrs. Ress Siegel and Mrs. Sally Merreil, both of Hartford; nine grandchil- dren and two great grandchildren.
 The funeral was held on Wednes- day afternoon from the Clark Funeral Home. 70 State street.
 MURNAlNE -- James A. Mufnane of New Haven, a native of this city, dled Wednesday ct Ss. Raphael's hospital, New Haven.
 MT. Murnane was well-known in Waterbury where he resided for many years in the Washington Hill section before moving to New He. ven. He was a brother Of the late Dennis Y. MurnAne Of Tarmington avenue.
 The funeral was held this morn- ing Mt Q o'clock from Ht Aeden's church with burial in 9t 1,aWEenee's eeneteEys NeW Haven.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1941-08-29
Purse Snatched

Mrs. Stanley BaranuSkaS of 1920 West Main street reported to the police that two youthful purse-snatchers last night reliev- ed her of black leather purse containing $2.05 and rosary beads, as she walked along Pritchard street and Highland avenue. They made a quick getaway.
 Lieut.. John Calvin and Motor Patrolmen James Sweeney and John Monaghan were dispatched to the scene in an effort to locate the thieves but their search of the vicinity was without succes. Lieut.. Calvin is till investigat- ing the theft.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1941-08-29
Celebrates, Eh

John Ricllmyer, son of Mir. and Mrs. Clarence Richmyer of 60 Beecher avenue, yesterday cele- brated his 18th birthday and to- day was accepted for enlistment in the United States army by the local recruiter, Sergeant William Deuth. The young recruit will be inducted into the armed forces, and will be stationed with the signal corps at Fort Monmouth, N. J.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1941-08-29
Champion Cats To Be
 Exhibited Sept. I8-19
Over $2OO in Cash Awards Trophies Offered for Best
 Entries at Eastern States Exposition

A cat that weighs 37 pounds and is so large that three normal-sized cat show cages have to be put together to make comfortable quarters for his bulk, will be one of the unusual entries in the cat show at the East ern States Exposition during the week of September IA to 20. Though he will not be entered in the general competition, this gigantic short haired male neuter, owned by Air am Atwood of Springfield, will be on display for those who visit the cat show Thursday, and Friday, September IS and 19.
 Outstanding among cat shows in the East, the two-day, three-point event at the Eastern States Exposi- tion will bring together this year be- tween 150 and 200 of the finest spe- cimens in the various breeds to be found anywhere in the country. Mrs Bertha Costello, show Superintend- ent, has announced that Mrs. Jo- seph Richmond of Springfield, re- corder of the Cat FancierS' Fedora tion, has been selected to ofaciate as judge. A very large premium list is pre- pared and entries will compete for more than $200 in cash awards and trophies in addition to winners rib- bonS. The entry list will close Sep- tember 6. Among the organizations offering trophies of various kinds are the Springfield Cat Fanciers' Club, the Silver Society, Laurel Cat Club of Connecticut, Inc. Atlantic Cat Club, Our Cats Magazine, and there are also many cash prizes offered by individuals interested in breeding.
 The Exposition cat show offers a wide divergence of classifications for entries, including whites, blacks, smokes, blues, silvers, shaded silvers, silver tabbieS, reds, red tabbies, creams, tortoise shells, Siamese Manx, short-haired cats, and house hold pets-the latter offering honors for theN best short-haired neuter cat shown by child. All entries will be benched by 10 a. m. on Thursday of Exposition week, as judgeing starts at that time.
 Aristocrats of the feline show ring have already been entered from as far south as North Carolina, Phila- delphia, Pa, New York City, Long Island, as well as each of the New England States and other states farther west.
 As the Exposition show is the only one conducted in the northeastern region, 1t has attracted increasing interest during years and hence brings together both quality and quantity of entries.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1941-08-29
PREDICTS UNREST

Vatican City, Aug. 2o-(UP)-An editorial in the Vatican newspaper Osservatore Romano predicting in- creasing unrest in France was be- lieved today 10 reflect the view of SignOr Valerie Valeri. Apostolic nuncio to France, because it ap- peared just after he had had an audience with the Pope.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1941-08-29
Police BIotter

Claude J0hnsonbugh, 28, of Sc0vilI street, was arrested on charges of attempting to steal gasoline and violation of the motor vehicle law. The accused will be aFralgned before Judge T. E. Conway in municipal court tomorrow.
 PetrO RuggierO, 60, of l06 Pleasant street, Providence, R. l., was arrested by Patrolmen George Knowles and John Flavey on q charge Of stealing . suit of clothes.
 Eze will be presented in munl- cipal eeuFt tomorrow before yudge T. E. Conway.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1941-08-29
Fire Record

Firemen responded to two calls last night and one early this morning.
 A fire in 2 1882 truck on 6S Brown street was extinguished by firemen who said the blaze was caused by 2 defective carburetOr. The alarm was received by Box 21 at 4:57 ?. m.
 A telephone call received at $50 sent firemen to 777 Bank street where a cigarette butt caused a slight blaze.
 Early this morning at 2:21, rubbish in the rear of the Frank Cruess & Son store at S7O Bald win street was extinguished by firemen.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1941-08-29
Spotlighting Brass CityNews
More Orders

The Waterbury Tool Company division of Vikers, Inc, has been given a $310,00O contract for gears it was announced at Washington today by the War Department. The firm is now engaged in a large amount of defense production, par ticularly for the navy.
 Also announced were a $2,075 con- tract placed with the Scovill Man. ufacturing Company for baffles, and $228,O34 order to the Anaconda Wire and Cable Company of An sonia for wire.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1941-08-29
Undertaken

Edgar Duhaime, son of MT. and Mrs. Philip J. Duhaime of Wood tick road, Wolcott, recently passed state board examinations, and is thought to be Wolcott,S first un- dertaker. MT. Duhaime is well known in that section, as he has been a lifelong resident there.
 He is a graduate of Woodtick grammar school, Connecticut Junior College in Bridgeport and McAlliSter School of Embalming in New York City,
The Waterbury Democrat., 1941-08-29
TROOPS DEVISE NEW GAME

Fort Leonard Wood, Mo.-(UP)- Soldiers with practical turn of mind have developed a new sport at Fort Leonard Wood. Instructed to smash empty tin cans to eliminate breeding places for mosquitoes, the troopers are decorating the cans with pictures of Hitler and smash ing them with glee.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1941-08-29
Collision

Two drivers were involved in an accident shortly before a o'clock noon when q truck owned by the Waterbury Wet Wash O., and operated by F'e's''" " of South Main street. Dothlshen, Conn, colllded with nn A..s .s..
 owned by Q. e eehnlmisky Of
The Waterbury Democrat., 1941-08-29
Change of Name

A petition for 8 change of name was filed today in superior court by Charles W0idaIosli of this city. MT. WoidaIOski requests legal permission to use the ntme of Charles Woods. He is a native of TOrrington.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1941-08-29

173 Euclid avenue and driven by Edward A. Orantas, of 508 Wilson street.
 The accident occurred on will son street and Washington avenue and was investigated by Motor Patrolmen Vincent Begg and John Mcdonnell. The officers reported no arrest was made.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1941-08-29
HE WAS FIRST

Frederick the Great was the first German to state that war was a trade without scrupleS, and that it was right to despoil neighbors to make them helpless.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1941-08-29
DIED

HOwARD-In this city. Aug. 38th, 1941, William J. Howard, IT,, of 520 Sylvan Ave. Funeral Saturday morning, at S:15 o'clock, from Null vile Funeral Home, to St. Francis Xavier's Church. Burial in new St. Jossph's cemetery.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1941-08-29

this city, Aug. 29th, 1941, Miss Harriet Gregory, of 214 Woodlawn Terrace. Funeral Mon- day, time to be announced later. from Clark Funeral Home, 20 State St. Burial in new Pine Grove ceme- tery.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1941-08-29
MASSES
15S BANK STREET

PHELAN - Months mind Mass of requiem will be celebrated Satur- day morning, at 7:3O o'clock, at the SS. Peter and Paul Church. for the repose of the Soul of the late Will liam F. Phelan.
 CREAVEN-Months mind Mass of requiem will be celebrated Satur- day morning, at 7:30 o'clock, at the St. Francis Xavier's Church, for the repose of the soul of the late Patrick J. Creaven. KELLY-First anniversary Mass of requiem, will be celebrated Satur- Sacred Heart Chnrch' for inc re- pose of the soul of the late Mrs. Margaret Kelly.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1941-08-29

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