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The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-01-12
RITES HELD FOR
 WILLIAM MURRAY
Former Engineer for C. L.
 & p. Company Designed Stevenson Dam

Burial of William Spencer Murray 68, one-time head engineer of the Connecticut Light and Power Con- pany, took place in Annapolis, Md., Saturday. Funeral serv;ces were held privately in the 1140 Fifth ave- nue, New York, home of the de- ceased.
 MT. Murray, credited with having designed the Stevenson Dam, and a resident of Waterbury in 1917 when ne served as chief engineer of the c. L. and P. Co.,, died last Friday. He left many friends in this vicinity, among whom are c. L. Campbell of Hartford, president of the c. L. and P. Co.,, and A. J. Campbell, of Wa tertown, president of the power concern.
 MT. Murray was born in Annapolis August 4, 1873. He was the son of James Daniel Murray, a naval off, cer and Elizabeth Spencer Murray. The elder Murray eventually became an admiral in the U. s. Fleet.
 William s. Murray directed the identification of the New York, New Haven and Hartford Railroad, an enormous undertaking at the time, which required an expenditure of $25, 100000 and was not completed until 1917. He was the author of nu- merous works on electrical engin- eering, and held variety of execu- tive posts in private industry. In 1923 Lehigh University conferred the degree of Doctor of Engineering on him. In 1924 he was a delegate to the World Power Conference in London, and again in 1929 attended a similar conference in Tokio.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-01-12

New York, Jan. 12-F. B. Davis Jr., president and chairman ot United State Rubber company, fol- lowing the regular monthly meet ing of the board of directors, today announced the following organiza- tion changes, and appointments de- signed to speed up the companys contribution to the war effort.
 Three vice presidents were among those receiving important new as- signments. Herbert E. Smith was made vice chairman of the execu- tive committee. Harry E. Humph- reyS, Jr., was named chairman of the finance committee, and also a member of the war products com- mittee. Thomas J. Needham was appointed chairman of the war products committee.
 MT. Smith joined the company in 1913 as a salesman in San Fran cisco. He later served as assistant western sales manager, branch manager, general manager of the export subsidiary, and general sales manager. He became a second vice. president of the company in 1926, and in 1929 was named g. vice presi- dent, director and member of the executive committee. He is a mem Der of the rubber advisory commit tee to the Office of Production Management. He is also a director of the Rubber Manufacturers as sociation, and the Brooklyn Trust company.
 MT. Humphreys joined the rubber company in l938 as vice presi- dent, director, and a member of the finance and executive committees. He had previously been associated with Price, Warehouse & Co.,, Philadelphia, and Christiana Se- curities Co.,, Wilmington, Delaware. He is a director of the ArkWrlght
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-01-12
JEHOVAH LEADER
 DIED THURSDAY
Followers of Sect Trying to Have Shrine Built
 Where He Passed Away

San Diego, Cal, Jan. 12.-CUP)-- Followers of Judge Joseph Franklin Rutherford leader of the Jehovahs witness sect, planned today to es- tablish a shrine at the sprawling Spanish-Style House of Phrophets' in which he died.
 Although Rutherford wanted to be buried after sunrise and before sun- set" on the day of his death, burial plans were delayed while the sect sought legal authority to place his body in crypt at his house. Ruth erford died Thursday at the age of 72, but his death was not revealed until Saturday night.
 Given the 2O-room, two-story stucco house in 1880, he accepted it "in trust" and filed a deed asserting that it would be held until the ar rival of the prophets who are to re- turn in perfect human form and rule justly"
 He surrounded the house with palm trees and olive trees "so that these princes of the universe will feel at home when they arrive"
 Authorities granted permission for temporary entombment of Ruther- lords body at the mansion, but legal requirements thwarted his wish that his death escape public notice The city planning commission will make a final decision after a public hearing Jan "A.
 Rutherford's sect claimed a mem- bership of 100000 in 36 countries It grew out of the russellites. which was led by Charles Hayes Russell, When Russell died, Rutherford, an attorney, became leader and named 1t, "Jehovahs Witnesses"
 The sect attracted attention be- cause of its anti-war stand and it's religious objections to children salut- ing the flag in school.
 Many of the witnesses declared themselves conscientious obiectors after passage of the selective ser vice law. Rutherfrod served nine months in the Federal Prison at At lanta Ga, during the first World War for urging his countrymen to refuse to fight.
 Rutherford was the author of F books and many religious tracts. AL though he was critically ill, he work ed until last week dictating pam phlets.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-01-12
RALLIES PLANNED
 FOR JOE TALBOT
Republican Women to Hear Party's Candidate at
 Elton This Evening

Republican congressional candi- date Joseph E. Talbot has a lengthy series of talks and conferences sched- ulad for this week as he brings his campaign to climax. This noor he addressed luncheon meeting of New Milford Republican women at the Wayside inn. Tonight MT. Talbot addresses 6 meeting of the Women's Republican club at The Elton and at a rally of colored Republicans at 67 Bishor street.
 Tomorrow he meets party lead CTS in Winsted, Torrington and othe, Lltchfield county towns, and in the evening he speaks at meeting of the Naugatuck Young Republican club.
 Wednesday noon, MT. Talbot is tc speak to Republican women of An sonia, Seymour and Derby at the Masonic temple, Ansonia. Ex-Gov- ernor Raymond E. Baldwin will speak at the same gathering.
 French Republicans of Waterbury VIII hold a rally for MT. Talbot at FTanco-American hall Wednesday night. Talbot rallies will be held in Derby Thursday and Saturday nights.
 During the last few days of the campaign, MT. Talbot will concen- trate his efforts on the Waterbury area.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-01-12
Life Is Challenge
 Claims Dr. Walker
Men Who Serve Christian Faith Always Straight and
 True Second Church Pastor Tells ParishiOners

Christian soul who lived in the next block, those who have quoted the words of Jesps in sincerity and tried to follow His way, have found life a shining highway that led to great CT and nobled things. Reduced to simple terms the Christian life is 8 road of life, good road, a straight road, safe road, 8 sure road, a road that leads to the heights. It is not primarily a matetr of pro- hibitions and deprivations, or even of commandments and obligations, al- though all these are involved, it is a way, a path, a road, the one road we cannot afford to fail to find and to travel.
 we are surrounded by invita- tions and temptations to enter blind alleys. AS far as the ordinary kind of a blind alley is concerned, if you use your eyes you can usually avoid them without much difficulty. As regards the blind alleys of life, it is not so easy. A good many men find themselves in jobs that are blind alleys, that lead nowhere. A great many people spend the best years of their lives in pursuit of ambitions that are meaningless when they are achieved. Not few pile up riches and then wonder what they are go- ing to do with them. am very much afraid that if you stopped the average man on the street and asked him where he was going in life, what he was doing, what he hoped to make of himself, what life was all about, what he was doing ot de- liver and save his immortal soul, our man on the street would be hard pressed to answer.
 "Now the Christian way gives a mans life point, purpose, direction. meaning. Show me man who has made the honest effort to serve the Christian church and follow the Christian way and will show you a man who can give an account of his faith. He may or may not stammer a little over the statement he makes but he will give you the conviction that in spite of all his problems and perpleXities, in spite of all his mis- takes and shortcomings, life is more than a riddle, it is an opportunity and challenge. The Christian man is not wandering aimlessly around in some dark and dirty alleyfi he is on his way to the shining city of Ged."
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-01-12
RELIGIOUS CLASS
 TO OPEN TONIGHT
Dr. William s. Terrell Sup= per Speaker at Second
 Church; Offer Courses

The Waterbury School of Religion will begin this evening With supper at the Second Congregational Church. Dr. William s. Terrell, executive director of the Baptist convention, will speak at the supper.
 The following courses will be of- fered: Ways of Teaching" by Miss Alemda Vickery whose own train ing and experiences prepare her to actually present the ways of teach ing in vivid and practical manner. She will use moving pitures and slides in presenting her course.
 Story Telling" taught by Mrs. Carl Glover, who was with the in- ter-national Council of Religious Education in Chicago and who work cd in Cincinnati, Ohio.
 Jesus and His Teachings" by Rev. Richard Ritter.
 "Personal Religious Living" by Rev. John M. Deyo, of Watertown.
 "The Church at Work" by Dr. Everett Babcack is a training course for all church officers aid teachers. In the past the schoo:s have been set up primarily for teachers. They now have course for deacons, trustees, and presidents of all church organizations. Dr. Babcock is bring ing able leaders in various fields to aid in this course.
 My Christiars Beliefs" by Dr. Russell Clinchy who has written his own text for this course. He has followed Dr. Rockwell Harmon Pot ter at Center Church, Hartford.
 So far the following from the Oakville Congregational Church have enrolled: Miss Doris Hirleman, Miss Dorothy Sprano, Miss Irene Watts, Miss Caroline Shaw, Mrs. Herbert Shaw, Jr., Miss Caroliyn Peardsley. Rev. and Mrs. Oscar Locke, MT. and Mrs. Frank Mene- trey and MT. and Mrs. Ralph Clin-
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-01-12
JEWISH VETERANS
 INSTALL OFFICERS
Post, Auxiliary Hold Joint Ceremonies; Professor
 Andrews, Yale, Speaks

David l.. Fannick post, Jewish War Veterans, together with its auxiliary, yesterday held installa- tions of officers in the Beth-El synagogue. Directing the post in- duction was Department Command CT William Bernstine and his staff, while Mrs. Nellie F. Lubov of New Haven officiated a. the auxiliary ceremonies. William Schneer was general program chairman.
 Speakers were: John w. Andrews of the Yale university history de- partment. Rabbi William P. Green field of Beth-El synagogue, Rabbi Max Gifter O Beth Israel syna- goge, and Rev. Roger B. T. An derson, rector of Trinity Episcopal church.
 Post officers seated were:
 Commander, Aaron L. Berman; senior vice commander, Sampson Siegel; junior vice commander, Moe Rosenfeld; quartermaster, Jo- seph Yarnowsky; adjutant, Gabriel Mason; judge advocate, Rudolph M. Hennick; chaplain, Louis Rie- ger; surgeon, Abarham D. Litsky; officer of the day, Morris H. Sha- piro; Americanization officer, Charles Rosengarten; patriotic in structor, Israel Gree..blatt; histor- ian, Morris Grabow; bugler, Sam uel Lipetz; publicity, Jack Rutman; color guards, Joseph Goldberg and I. Leder: n; color bearers, I. Gold man and Jack Shapiro; trustees, William Schneer, Abraham K. Bal tim and Israel Greenblatt; recep- ton committee, Harold Green, Dr. L. L. Weinberg, William Schneer, MT. Baltim, MT. Greenblatt, MT. Siegel and George Karnofsky, chair man.
 Auxiliary officers are:
 President, Polly RabinoWitz; sen for vice president, Bessie Block; junior president, Rose Dadel; chaplain, Rebecca Goldman; secre- tary, Mary Litsky; treasurer, Lil- Han Bisnov; conductress, Sarah Freedman. patrioti, irstructress, Minnie Greenblatt, and judge advo- cate, Molly Fidler.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-01-12

"There are a good many mis- conceptions abroad about the church and about what it means to be a Christian" said Rev. Dr. John c. Walker, Second Congregational church pastor, yesterday morning in his sermon, The Open Road as Against the Blind Alley.
 Dr. Walker said in part:
 Some suppose that the main thing is that you should be able to recite a creed and have some general idea of what it is all about. We'll, I believe in creeds. take no stock in the man who says, q don't care what you beleive, it is the way you live that counts The fallacy there lies in the fact that what you really believe determines the way you live. A Hitler youth who firmly and honestly beleives the Nazi phi losopy simply can't be generous and brotherly to Pole or a Jew, or to anybody else for any great length of time. His life is conditioned by his creed.
 "T'he great thing for us to re- member is that the Christian life is a way, road of life, that leads straight and far and true. The Christian road does not peter out somewhere along the way. The Christian road promises unfailing in- terest and high inspiration for all who havee yes to see, and ears to hear, and hearts to appreciate. The great man and women, and the humble folk, who have travelled the road have never failed to commend it to their fellow-travelers in life. Whether it was a Joan of Arc or an Abraham Lincoln, or some kindly
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-01-12
'AUC|E NATALIE
 TO JOIN ARMY
Bank Street Youth Leaves January 2l; Gets Purse
 at Testimonial Sunday

Augie Natale of Bank street, wait CT at the Canal Lunch for many years, was presented a purse at a farewell party yesterday afternoon at that eatery in compliment to his enlistment in the United States Army. The honored guest will leave here January 21.
 Attending the dinner were: Jabs Grazioza, Fred and Anthony Grazi- oza, Ralph Vanelli, Alfonso and Michael Macharelli, James Bianco, Michael Rinaldi, Gabe DiVirgilo, Arthur Crispino, James Banda, John Guarino, Joseph Coppola. Joseph Banda, Paddy Damelio, c. Mucciaro, John Griffin, John Cronin, Stewie Red Crichton, 'Pinky' Russo, Ernest and Anthony Schiavone, 'Bucky' Buchicion. Anthony Coppolo, 'Bobo' Russo, Nick Perugini, Tom Sebas- tian, Bill Russo, Joe LaPeter, George Pelletier, Harry Bellemae, John Schiavone, George Donceis and Pat Zaccarina.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-01-12
WATER MAIN LEAK
 REPAIRED SUNDAY

A leak in a four inch water main under Central avenue near Hillside avenue was repaired by a crew of workmen yesterday after 1t was To- cated Saturday, Supt. of Streets Herbert Scott-Smith said today.
 The superintenc ent said the street department was aware the leak ex- isted for several days but had to
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-01-12
BETHEL BAZAAR
 POSTPONED WEEK

Postponement of the Beth-El ba- Zaar from Jan. Is to Jan. 9 was announced yesterday The commit tee is headed by Manuel Lax, and includes also Hick Aronson, Leo Garston, Max Birenbaum. Sam Kel- man, Bob Glickman, David Traurig and Ben Wertheimer.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-01-12
CARD OF THANKS

We wish to thank our many friends, relatives and neighbors, especially Associates of the Eyelet Dept. of The Plume & Atwood Co.,, for floral offerings and the express sions of sympathy and kindness shown us during our recent bereave- ment, the death of our beloved wife and mother, Anna Loyot.
 (Signed)
 MIR. EDMUND F. LOYOT and MIR. and MRS. CHARLES c. LOYOT.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-01-12

Greene, Thomas Carmody and Dan- iel Blansfield.
 Burial was in the family plot at old St. Joseph's cemetery, with services by Father O'Leary. The funeral of John Pocius of Union City took place this morning at 8 o'clock from the Bailey funeral home, 62 Oak street, Naugatuck to St. Mary's church, Union City, where solemn high Mass of requiem was celebrated at o'clock. Burial was in St. James cemetery, Naugatuck.
 The funeral of Michael J. Stack was held this morning at 8:15 o'clock from the Mulvile Funeral Home 270 West Main street, to St. Patrick Church Rev Bernard Foster cele- brated the solemn high Mass of re- quiein, assisted by Rev. Edwarc Farrell as deacon and Rev. Henry Murphy as sub-deacon.
 A speacial program of music was arranged by Mrs. Robert Birt, or ganist and soloist.
 The bearers included Edward Stack, Francis Stack, Francis Gill martin, Patrick Reilly, James Shee- han, and William Hayes.
 Burial was in the family plot at new St. Joseph's cemetery, with ser- vices by Father Foster.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-01-12
CECILIA LOGAN
 NOW MRS. KEANE
Grove Street Girl Weds Bristol Resident; Red
 Cross Farley Tonight
CHESHIRE NEWS
 Cheshire Phone 334 ... Hubert Rigney ...-

Cheshire, Jan. 12. - Yellow and white chrysanthemums and palms decorated St. Brigid's church Sat- urday morning for the wedding o1 Miss Cecelia Logan, daughter of MT and Mrs. William M. Logan of Grove street, to John J. Keane, son of MT and Mrs. Charles A. Keane of Meri- den. The pastor, Rev. Patrick A. Nc Carthy, united the couple at 9:3C o'clock before large gathering ot friends and relatives. The br.de's cousin, Mrs. Victor Fritz, was soloisl for the nuptial mass.
 Miss Logan was given in marriage by her father and had MT. Keane's sister, Miss Katherine Keane, fol her maid of honor. Edward I. Pratt o1 Merlden was best man and Ed ward Logan of Cheshire, a cousin oi the bride, and Peter Master of Mer- ,den were ushers.
 The brides gown of white velvet was patterned with a long torso, g V neckline outlined with lace, long taperlng sleeves and slight train Her veil of bridal illusion fell to fin gertip length from lace coronet and camellias marked the prayer book which she carried.
 Her attendant wore c.,:::.. :x...ec gown of lime green net with a vel vet bodice designed with a sweet heart neckline and bracelet length sleeves. She carried an old fashioned bouquet. The colors in her bouquet were repeated in her flora! head dress.
 Following wedding reception at Waverly Inn for members of both families, MT. Keane and his bride left on wedding trip. They will live on West Main street, Meriden upon their return.
 MT. Keane attended Niagara and George Washington universities. His bride is a graduate of Hillhouse high school. New Haven, and attend cd St. Joseph's College, West Hart ford.
 Annual Meeting
 Mrs. Douglas, M. Dunbar, chair man of the local branch of the Red Cross. has announced the annual meeting will be held this evening al the town hall at 7:3O o'clock. All members are urged to attend and all who enrolled during the campaign this year are eligible to take part Reports of the past year will be given and officers elected for the coming year.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-01-12

VOKETAITIS - Ill New York, Jan 10th, 1922, Frank Noketaitis, of l6y Grand St., Brooklyn, \. Y. Funeral tomorrow morning, at $50 o'clock from Stokes Funeral Home, G94 North Riverside St, to St. Joseph s Church. Burial in Calvary ceme- tery.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-01-12

gUGRUE-In New York, Jan. 10th 1922, Patrick l.. Sugrue, of New York. Funeral tomorrow morning at S:15 o'clock, from Mulville Flu neral Home, 270 West Main St, to Blessed Sacrament Church. Burial in old St. Joseph's cemetery.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-01-12

John F. Hurley, son of MT. and Mrs. John J. Hurley of Jarvis street has been successful in passing ex- aminations to enter the army in the flying cadet training course.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-01-12

wait until it came to the surface before being able to work on the exact location.
 The vicinity in which the break occurred affected areas of Central avenue between Grove street and Hillside avenue. MT. 6cott-Smith said the leak was not serious.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-01-12

LIPPkE - In this city, Jan. 10th, 1942, John H. Lippke, of 27 High St. Funeral this afternoon, at 3:00 o'clock. from Mulville Funeral Home, 2T0 West Main St. Burial in Riverside cemetery.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-01-12

1942, Mrs. Margaret Somers. of 57 Center St. Funeral "Wednesday morning, at S:i5 o'clock, from Mul- vile Funeral Home, 270 West Main St., to Church of the Immaculate Conception.
 LaVOND - In this city, Jan. 18th, 1942, Peter LaNond, of Thomaston. Conn. Funeral to be announced from Belleville Funeral Home, Ct East Clay St.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-01-12

BROPHY In this city, Jan. 10th, 1922, John L. Brophy, of 458 Bunker Hill Ave. Funeral tomorrow morn- ing, at 10 o'clock, from Alderson Funeral Home, 70 Central Ave, to Blessed Sacrament Church. Burial in new St. Joseph's cemetery. CORNELL-In Tuckahoe, N. Y, Jan. 10th, 1942, Oliver D. Cornell, of Tuckahoe, N. Y. Funeral yesterday afternoon, at 4:O0 o'clock, from Al derson Funeral Home, 70 Central Avg. Burial will be in Riverside cemetery.
 McNAUGHT-ln this city, Jan. 10th, 1942, Mrs. John C. Mcknight, of A Waterville St. Funeral Lomor- row afternoon, at 200 o'clock, from Alderson Funeral Home, 70 Central Ave. Burial in old Pine Grove cemetery.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-01-12

Services for Charles Preusser, former Waterbury resident who died November p at Belvadere, Calf, were held yesterday afternoon at 3 o'clock at the chapel in River side cemetery. Ashes of the body were inferred here. Rev. Dr. John c. Walker, pastor of the Second Congregational church, otficiated.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-01-12

The funeral of Dolphis St. Pierre was held Saturday morning from the Lunny Funeral Home to St. Ann's church where a requiem Mass was celebrated by Rev. Ubald Laurion.
 Burial was in Calvary cemetery. The bearers were: Ernest and Jo- seph LerouX, Romolus LaFraniere, Leo Boucher Odilon Linteau and Edgar Diamond.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-01-12

VOKETAITIS-Frank Voketaitis formerly of this city, died Saturday night at his home, 169 Grand street Brooklyn, N. Y. A native of Lith- uania, he came to this country AT
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