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Detroit evening times. (Detroit, Mich) 1921-1958, 1942-05-03


VOW fresh in his H4iHd-ihsisted on going atong
The raiders broke in on a gay but dan
gerous party. Maurice Bagnoh, The Clam,
was the life of it.
There was prodigious battle, with Shat
tuck thrusting his physically inadequate body
into the thick of the melee. When 1t was all
over Bagnoli was locked up. no longer non
chalant. Both he and Diaset were sentenced
shortly, to 40 to go years in prison.
Weeks months, then year passed dur
ing which Mourey and The Jockey seemed to
have left the earth.
Shattuck ragged.
Then he stopped raging, gave up banking
and settled down to manhunting. He left
blank checks, signed. with police chiefs all
over the United States. -"Offer rewards"
were his instructions. Hire anybody who
can help. Buy anybody, price no object, who
will betray Mourey, Camillieri or both. And
let me know the instant you hear anything
in the least promising"
Such blanket order kept Shattuck scurTy-
ing from one part of the country to another,
ceaselcssly. At last word came that took
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Detroit evening times. (Detroit, Mich) 1921-1958, 1942-05-03

The door slammed on his words the spring
lock clicked and the prisoners family heard
the four marauders mount the stairs.
In the dark Of the vault the two maids
collapsed and as the air grew bad the house,
keeper and the cook tainted too. Shattuck
urged the others to keep their heads but with
out much effect.
AS last resort he told the butler to
strike a match and hold it so that the lock
could be seen.
From his vest pocket Shattuck took out a
gold penl<nife and began digging at the
cement about the screwheads of the staple He
worked with such controlled fury that the
dainty penknife somehow looked formidable
Yet he not only had to pick lock with it but
do il also against time, for the air in the
vault was giving out.
Then he found a silver dime and pried
away with such force that the thin coin bent
and his fingers blistered
Suddenly the staple gave. clattered TO the
floor and the door swung open, just as Mrs.
Shattuck collapsed.
Her husband carried her to the cellar win
Detroit evening times. (Detroit, Mich) 1921-1958, 1942-05-03

and was indeed sincere in what he said.
Finally the new sutton seemed to wear her
down for she agreed to take him to his rival.
Poppy" as Berthe was known, and the
detective boarded one of the little Seine
steamers Something in the detectives man.
ner made Poppy suspicious and without warn
ing she leaped over the rail to the dock, so
he had his sail alone.
For a month she did not leave Paris. Then
hunger for her man overcame her. She stole
out of her house in the dark of the night
expertly made sure she was not being fol-
lowed-or so she thought - caught wander
ing cab. suddenly changed to another and
finally came to the village of Chelles-on-the-
Marine, twelve miles from Paris.
From then on disguised "flicks" watched
Mourey day and night, ingratiating themselves
into his confidence. flattering him. striving to
throw him off his guard as they waited for
the right moment to close in and seize him.
One afternoon he was seated with Poppy
on the bank Of the Marine fishing placidly
From the direction of Paris came two taxicabs
apparently filled with men who had drunk
much for they were singing
The taxis rolled toward the fisherman,
who put down his pole and reached into
wicker basket If to get fresh bait.
Then the shooting started. Poppy
screamed and tried to screen the fisherman.
But he was already on his knees four bullets
in him. One Of the new arrivals was also
wounded. The others threw themselves on
the fisherman and pinned him to the ground.
He smiled up at Poppy.
Now you will be rich at last" he sneered.
Congratulations on a shrewd sale!"
She looked stricken. There's only one way
to prove you a liar" she said.
Three days later she was taken out Of the
Seine, dead. In her pocket note read: "Alf,
1 didn't tell the police"
Mourey was tried, found guilty and SEN
fenced to the guillotine.
Whereupon Shattuck, who was against
capital punishment on principle, got Mourey's
sentence committed to life Imprisonment.
And few weeks later Albert Shattuck his
hunt over, died in his luxurious Summer home
at Lenox, Massachusetts,.
Detroit evening times. (Detroit, Mich) 1921-1958, 1942-05-03

for a woman or her
looks and in that
quarter was re-
markable. Further
more, the detective
-"hicks" the Paris
underworld calls
them noted that
very tim c she
stayed away from
the cafe for a few
days at a time, as
she did increasingly,
she came back with
her eyes discolored
an d her fac
bruised.
The detective was
gentle, compassion
ate in. his wooing.
II could almost en-
dure the fact that
you love another"
he said, "if it made
you happy. But the
creature beats you!
Oh, If 1 could lay
my hands on him
for just five min
utes!"
He looked grim
Detroit evening times. (Detroit, Mich) 1921-1958, 1942-05-03

aginative. Second in command was Paul Ca
millieri, understood, vicious, nicknamed The
Jockey because a horse he had stolen threw
him and left him with limp for life. Maurice
Bagnoli was called The Clam because he
could look bored during the most atrocious
crime. Eugene Diaset, the fourth member
was all Drawn and brains.
1t was Mourey who got the gang to go
with him TO the source of easy money, as he
IT, New York He secured a servants
job with the Shattucks became butler, then
one day walked off with $4,000 of Mrs
Shattucks jewelry.
He did it as a sort of exercise piece and
evidently found the result to his taste. for
here he was back in the Shattuck mansion
with his three cronies.
He grinned evilly behind his mask as he
snapped: "Now-everybody to the cellar!
March,
AS the servants started to obey, Mrs. Shat
tuck cringed against her husband. She had
recognized Moureys voice.
The former butler broke out into an Apache
oath, seized the fragile woman by her wrist
and jerked her into place at the end of the
line of servants.
Shattuck was slight but tightly built and
his bright brown eyes blazed as he seized
Mourey by the throat. you filthy rat" he
snarled trying to shake man twice his
size. Diaset seized him by the scruff Of the
neck and flung him after the others.
The banker did not recover breath until in
the cellar he saw that the robbers meant TO
lock him, his wife and the eight servants in
the wine vault.
II warn you" Shattuck cried you'll kill
ten people II you lock us in there!"
Diaset chucltled as his great hands and
knees rammed the servants into the vault
Detroit evening times. (Detroit, Mich) 1921-1958, 1942-05-03

dow, set her in a
chair, then bounded
for the stairs, the
four men servants
following.
The sound of
their rush warned
the robbers, who
made a dash for
the street door.
Three escaped. Di-
aset, the slow-wit-
ted, Numbered down
the wrong stairway
and ran into Shat
tuck and the four
servants.
When the eXplo-
sion of the meeting
was over, Diaset,
powerful though he
was. looked badly
beaten both in body
and spirit.
The house was
a shambles from
the ransacking it
h a d re ceive d.
Among the things
MISSING were MIS-.
Shattuck's $4,000
jewels.
The police found
$4,000 worth of the
loot in Dia s e It's
pockets. Then they
dug into him for in
formation and pried
out enough to take
them, two days
later, to a road
house outside Of
Plainheld, N. J.
Shattuck - his
Detroit evening times. (Detroit, Mich) 1921-1958, 1942-05-03

"UnknoUn to Him, Disguised
Paris 'FIicks' Watched AIphonse
Mourey, Last of the Shdttuck
Raiders, Day and Night, Ingrati-
dting Themselves Into His Conf
dence, FIattering Him, StriUing to
ThrOU Him Oft His Guard as TheH
Waited for the Right Moment to
Close In and Seize Him."
Detroit evening times. (Detroit, Mich) 1921-1958, 1942-05-03

Don't ask God 10
prolong your life he
said. ASK him TO for
give you for the sins Of
you rich!"
Then the Shattucks.
too, were thrust into
the vault.
II warn you" Shat
tuck said again, quietly
this time but as one
taking a solemn vow.
Il warn you, II you do
this thing I'll-Ill fol-
low you to the ends Of
the earth IL need be-"
Detroit evening times. (Detroit, Mich) 1921-1958, 1942-05-03

was 500, 900 in jewelry spread
fore her, she was not nervous
for ever since a former butler
walked of with $12, 900 wort
gems she had kept none of
really priced heirlooms in
house.
Shortly afterwards the
tiny temple bell sounded.
The Shattucks entered
the dining room, but to their
surprise none OF the SER
wants was there. Then the
door opened and in success
sion they backed into the
room, their hands In the air
the butler. the valet, the
houseman. the chauffeur. the
housekeeper, the cook and
two maids.
They were followed by
four men masked with ban
danas. holding revolvers.
Before daybreak that
morning the four men had
crept through the coal chute
in the cellar, opened the
heavy oak door Of the
cemented wine vault and
hidden there, with the door
slightly open to let the air
come in.
The four were all born
and brought up in some Of
the worst rat holes in Paris.
Their principal asset was
their leader. Alphonse Mou-
rev. gOod-lOOking suave inn
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-01-06
CATHOLIC WOMEN | INSTALL SLATE
Margaret Hallihan Named Chairman of Card Party
 Scheduled Jan. 26
TORRlNGTON
James E. Markham, Correspond ent, 57 Pythian Ave. Phone 3725

Torr1ngton, Jan. 6.--The Council of Catholic Women were installed by Rev. Vincent Murphy at the par ish house last evening. Philip Nigro, chief air raid warden was the prin- cipal speaker, he spoke of the need of 5000 trained workers in Torring- ton and that the air raid report center is on @ 24 hour basis. Mrs. Matthew Sullivan, chairman of the ways and means committee an- nounced that Miss Margaret Halli- han had been appointed chairman of the card party which will be held by the council, January 26 at the parish house.
 Helen Tucker was appointed to represent that society at the Wo- mems division of the local deefnSe council. It was also voted to pur- chase a SIS defense bond. The of- ficers installed were: Chairman, Mrs. William A. Gleeson; vice chairman, Miss Julia McDonnell; secretary, Miss Mary Quinn; treasurer, Miss Mary McMahon.
 Tires Sought
 Five applications for automobile tires were received at the Torring- ton district board which opened its office in the armory yesterday morning.
 Chairman William H. Gleeson said no action On the applications was taken, pending receipt of official instruction and meeting of the board today at p. III. when plans for procedure will be outlined.
 Inspectors to determine the condi- tion of tires for which replacement are sought and to determine the possibilities of their being retreaded or recapped are to be appointed, MT. Gleeson said.
 Frank Carroll, an inspector in the state motor vehicle department is serving as manager of the local of- flee. Applications may be filed any time at the office which will be open each week day from g a. m. to noon and from 1:30 to D. m. with the exception of Saturday when 1t will close at noon.
 Other members of the board in addition to MT. Gleeson are Mrs. Susan Hoben of Tor,1ngton, Car los Holcomb of New Hartford, Ber- nard Roberg of Litchfield and Jon- athan Els of Winsted. Towns in the Torrington district are: Canaan, Colebrook, Cornwall, Burlington, Gosehn, Barkhamsted, New Hart ford, Hartland, Harwinton. Litch- field. Norfolk, North Canaan, Sharon, Salisbury, Torrington, Win chester and Warren.
 The quotas for January in this this district are: Passenger cars, mo- torcycles and light trucks: A tires 37 tubes; trucks and busses, 146 tires, 122 tubes.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-01-06
Educational

Ballroom Pvt. Glass Fox Trot, Waltz, Lindy. Rhumba. Etc, Regina Leonard. a E. Main. S-O0i5
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-01-06
FEDERAL TAXES DOUBLED:
 STATE, LOCAL REVENUES HIT NEW PEAKS IN l941

tax. Bond issues totaling a quarter billion were defeated.
 In Wisconsin the governors bud get was reduced $600,000 and a $3,O00000 state building program de- feated. The Minnesota legislature levied no new taxes, reduced the state tax levy from 10 to mills and killed s5,C0O,000 in appropriation
 bills. California,s biennial budget was slashed $2,OO0OOO. In Missouri taxpayers killed new tax proposals and obtained reductions in 73 coun- ty budgets. Taxpayer action in Michigan enabled the governor to veto appropriations totaling $3,150,- 900 and balance the budget. Mary tained reduction of $2,500,0OO in land taxpayers demanded and ob- the state spending program. Reduc- tions in property taxes and a lower ing of the income tax by $1,5O0,0O0 followed. In Illinois tax bills which would have added $26,OO0,000 to the state tax burden were killed. In- diania's state budget was set $2,0O0- 900 below the appropriation of the preceding biennium and some $23,- 500,000 below the initial requests of the budget committee, Montana neither imposed new taxes nor in- creased tax rates, and some $4,000,- 900 was cut from New Jerseys bud- get. Tennessee has its first balanced budget in a decade, while North Dakota cut appropriations $2,000,0 ,000 below the 1889 level and also secured a balanced budget.
 Local governments also enjoyed their highest tax collections since 1880, receiving total tax revenue estimated at $5 billions. Substantial reduction in taxes by municipalities, counties and otEer local units should be possible in 1042, for most of them have ended the current year with surplus. This viewpoint is supported by the fact that much state and local public works activity is expected to be halted by a shortage of necessary materials. A few communities in proximity to defense plants or can- tonments have had special problems created for them as the influx of workers or the military strained housing facilities, schools and other facilities, but the condition is not general.
 During the l942 fiscal year, unless tax rates are revised downward, state tax revenue is expected to swell to about $4.6 billions while local gov- ernments will receive approximately $5.2 billions. Total federal, state and local expenditures during the fiscal year are estimated by the Tax Foundation at $35 billions, or 36.8 per cent of the national income. Total tax revenues for the three units are expected to reach SPA billions, or 23.5 per cent of the national income.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-01-06
MUSIC-PARENT CLUB
 RENAMES PRESIDENT

Naugatuck. Jan. 6-Officers of the Naugatuck Music Parent club were elected at the annual meeting held last night in the high school. Those chosen were: Mrs. Emily Hubbell. reelected president: Mrs. Thomas Donnelly, president; Mrs. Stan ley Dibblc, secretary; Edgar Wyatt, treasurer; Mrs. Edgar Wyatt, as- sistaEt treasurer; Mrs. Norris Fol lett. Harry L. Carter and Mrs. w, Glenn Kh3y. trustees.
 Mrs. Hlbbell reported all band uniforms bought by the club have been paid.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-01-06
HOLY NAME MEN
 MEET THURSDAY

SS. Peter & Paul's Holy Name So- ciety will hold its regular meeting Thursday evening at 8 o'clock at the school. Plans will be completed for the annual minstrel and dance St. Patrick's night at the new An derson School Gymnasium, sponsor ed by the Holy Name Society and the Children of Mary.
 Joseph Lezotte. Church organ ist. is arranging to start rehearsals next week. The card tournament, under the direction of Chairman Frank McWeeney, continues to hold the interest of the men. As this is the first meeting of the new year a large attendance is expected"
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-01-06
Monagan, Donahue
 Town Hall Speakers

Naugatuck, Jan. 6-Atty. John S. Monagan, Democratic nominee for congress. and Joseph P. Donahue, former secretary 10 Congressman j.. Joseph saith. addressed the meet- lpg of the Democratic town com
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-01-06

mittee last night in the town hall,
 Atty. Monaean announced that two rallies will be held in Nauga- tuck and one in Union City. the dates to be announced later. They conferred with various members of the town committee and discussed plans for the coming campaign.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-01-06
Truck, Taxi Collide

A taxi driven by stephen Rolli. 2l of 50 Hayes street and owned by Samuel Dome was involved in n collision with a truck driven by Dean Ryan 3i, of 77 Eastwood road at the intersection of Water and Prospect streets last evening. There was slight damage to both cars.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-01-06
Officer William Oliver investigated There was no arrest.
Elect Officers

The directors Of the Polish Nn- tional Home at meeting last night elected officers for the ensuring year and voted to purchase a $500 defense bond in January and every month thereafter for the coming year x sl00 bond The officers elected were: President. Leo Dzin- ski: vice president. Io,lis Sekulski, recording secretary, Ignat2 zebela; treasurer, Vincent Yeglcjwiski. fin- ancial secretary. Anthony Arnista; trustees, 1'eofil Budney, stanley Grynuick and Regina Preatak.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-01-06
FurlOugh Cancelled

TWWuSH S6ACCACu
 All Torrington boys in the U. &. army who are stationed at Camp Banding, Florida, have been noti- fled to return immediately to that post. Telegrams were received yes- terday afternoon stating that all furluoghs have been cancelled. It was signed by Commanding Gen. eral Hester,
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-01-06
NOTICE
LIQUOR PERMIT NOTICE OE ALTON

NVTTVT VT MI TT HE< l-NH HHVN
 This is to give notice that l, Lester Edward Thompson, of 5lS Burritt St., New Britain, Conn, have filed an application dated Dec. 30th, 194l. with the Liquor Control Com mission for a Package S.ssre Permit for the sale of alcoholic liquor on the premises, 2S2 Willow St, Wa tcrbury, Conn. The business is owned by Lester Edward Thompson, of 51a Burritt St, New Britain, Conna and will he conducted by Lester Edward Thompson, of 579 Burritt St. New Britain, Conn.,, az permit-
 LESTER EDWARD THOMPSON,
 Dated Dee. S0th. l94l. l2-30-l -G
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-01-06
Automobiles
Neu Car Dealers
Auto and Truck Dealers
BUY NOW l!

 '39 Buick Convertible Opera
 Seat Coupe, Heater ..... $675 '39 Chevrolet Sedan, Heater .. $595 '37 Chevrolet Sedan, Heater .. $395 '36 Chevrolet Town Sed,, Rad. $275 40 DeSoto Sedan, Radio & Htr. $875 '38 DeSoto Sedan, Radio & Htr. $545 '37 DeSoto Sedan, Heater .... $445 '36 DeSoto Brigham, Rad.-Htr. $325 '37 Dodge Sedan, Heater ..... $425 40 Ford Station Wagon, Htr.. $795 '37 Ford Sedan, Heater ...... $325 '36 Ford Sedan, Radio 85 Heater $245 ,37 Oldsmobile Conv. Cpe., R-H $445 '35 Oldsmobile Sedan, Rad-Htr. $245 '39 Plymouth Coupe, Heater =. $545 '38 Plymouth Coupe, Heater =. $445 '37 Plymouth Sedan, Heater =. $375 '36 Plymouth Sedan, Heater ... $295 '36 Terraplane Brougham, Htr. $l45
 Several 1941 Cars To Choose
 JOHN J. COLLINS, INC.
 De Soto and Plymouth
 38 Willow St. Dial 3-2124
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-01-06
Contracts Awarded

The city council at its regular meeting last night awarded several contracts for sewers to the follow ing: Castle street to c. A. Rossi Company; Plain street, to Joseph Besozzi; Adelaide Terrace. to c. A.. Rossi Company; and Mount Pleas ant Terrace to Igino Vanncuccini. Christopher Crowley was named acting mayor for three months during the absence of Mayor Will liam A. Patten. Reports were re- ceived and accepted from the City Clerk, probation officer and engin- cers of fire.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-01-06
Personals

Dental Plates Repaired hrs. S1 Your old plate made like new. up
 CITY DENTAL LABORATORY 161 East Main St. Dial 3-3686
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-01-06
TeIeSca RetireS

Te1esca Retires
 Anthony w. Telesca retired Mon- day as city clerk after eight years of service, and Alexander E. Con- stable, former city councilman who was elected clerk in the October election, officially ass med the duties. The oath was administered to him immediately after the elec- tion by August c. Raspillar, the moderator.
 Miss Mary Carroll has been re- appointed assistant clerk. No chang es in the staff are contemplated.
 MT. Telesca issued the follow ing statement to Democrat re- porter: After eight years as town and city clerk, I am retiring with a feeling of satisfaction and ap- preciation for the cooperation and treatment I have received from my townspeople.
 '"The attitude of the public dur ing my four terms of office llas been a source of qualification to me, and I thank ttem all for their kindness and consideration.
 also am grateful to the city employees who have worked with anr under me, for the loyal help and support that made my daily tasks considerably lighter I also would like to wish the new town and city clerk, Alex G. Constable, every success in his new under taking"
 MT. Telesca is now on active duty at the lpitol in Hartford where he is serving as transportation clerk in the U. s. army.
 12 Trucks Busy
 George J. Rossi superintendent of streets reported that 50 men and 12 trucks have been kept busy the past two days removing the snow that fell early Sunday morning All streets in the city have been plowed. The snow loader and several trucks have removed the snow from Center Square. All the snow has been re- moved on Water street and as far as the Fitzgerald Manufacturing plant in the north end. The business sec tions on East Main street and South Main streets. are scheduled to be cleared of snow this afternoon.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-01-06
Merchandise
70 Business and Onlce Equipment

BAR-Back- cabinet, porcelain top tables, parlor stove, buffet, frigidaire. FRANK MONZ1LLO, 335 North Main St. Tel. 3-9442.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-01-06

WINDOW CLEANING You will save money If you send for us to do your cleaning Connecticut Window Cleaning Co. office, 322 Pine St. Dial S-4bl7
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-01-06

Announcements
Lost and Found

LOST-Woman's brown pocketbook, between McElligotts gas station and Loew Polls Theater. Reward if returned to Mrs. F. Sullivan, 107 Hillview Ave.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-01-06

HAVING LOST my Passbook No. 126702, issued me by The Water bury Savings Bank, I hereby make application for new one. Michael Trentalange.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-01-06
LiUe Stock
Eggs, Poultry, Supplies
Business SerUice
 Il i8uSiness Services Rendered

FOR BETTER sE1svICg-Call Rus sells Waterbury Towel Supply Co.,, 892 East Main St. Dial 5-i377 Coat, Apron and Towel Supplies also In dilstrial Dry Cleaning Service
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-01-06

LOST-Snall brown change purse either in Poli Theater or between Poli and Crosby High School Fri day night. Reward. Tel. 3-7191.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-01-06
Autos and Trucks For Sale

'33 CHEVROLET COUPE-Rumble
 seat. Good rubber, fine motor. .$75
 OUELLE.TTE Motors, Jefferson St.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-01-06
'39 PLYMOUTH SEDAN NOES AUTO PARTS Dial 4-2823

1886 Dodge Sedan $347 4-Door Deluxe Model. All good Tires, new paint. Smartly up- holstered.
 Waterbury Motors, Inc. 59O Watertown Ave. 4-5129--4-9736
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-01-06
Professional servtees
LOUIS A. WALSH ARCHITECT
 Ill West Main St.
63 Millinery ard Dressmakins

FUR REPAIRING -- Coat cleaned. glazed and loops changed @ Re- lined $5Oo. II. Circsi. 3s Winchester St 4-i88t.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-01-06

WHY NoT-Put your best foot for ward. Learn to dance under com. petent instructors.
 BARBARA INLAND STUDIOS. II East Main St. Dial f-4po0
Detroit evening times. (Detroit, Mich) 1921-1958, 1942-01-12
"DOwTR i a great hollow

4" DOVER i a great hoi'""
spirit that needs 4 center
"DcmocraCN - pure prose,
abstract, indefinite, and, a they
use il. dishonest"
why can't the West cry
Freedom =" "All greatness
involves betrayal. OF the people
by man or of man by the
people"
"If millions are born millions
will die: i'm bed or in battle j. no
great matter i'm the long orbits
81 time. Long live freedom
and damn the idcologic>"' 49,.
I'VE have watched mankind
like Christ toll up and up To be
hanged AT The top -. "All
Europe was hardly worth the
precarious freedom 81 one Of our
states. What will her ashes
fetch ."
When letters Nay~ that aI Of
Europe NOT worth The freedom
of ono of our states hc is right
and also when bo says "rnreo
thousand nlc> in ship would
not make Americans even If
tbc ship was the MayfoWcr
But Jenfogs muse does not
thrive when Mars j, abroad