The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-01-12

were made by 70 delegates of Lith- uanian independent organizations at a meeting held yesterday after noon at Venta Hall by arrange ment of the Lithuanian Citizens Political club. The group voted to organize a defense branch which would include all Lithuanian so- cieties wishing to cooperate ill some form of defense work. The aim of the group will be to secure united action among Lithuanian residents in the cause of defense and vic- tory.
 Principal speakers at the meet ing were Mrs. Michael DeveniS, Dr. Matthew J. Colney, and Peter Kru- gelis. Other speakers were Jacob Treciokas, Edward Mason, and Thomas Matas.
 A temporary committee selected to further plans for organizing the group and carrying out the pro- gram is as follows: President, Charles Cvirka; e-president, Pe- ter Poskas; secretary, Stanley We'd zunas; advisory board, Mrs. Michael Devenis, Peter Krugelis, Thomas Matas, Jacob Treciokas, Edward Mason, Stephen Geonaitis, and Mrs. Matthew J. Colney.
 Another meeting of delegates will be held on February 8. James E. Moran, chairman of the clubs divi- sion of the local defense bonds com- mittee, will address the gathering at that time.
 Party at Third Church
 The Women's Get-Together club of the Third Congregational church will hold a card party tonight at 8 o'clock at tl.e parish hall.
 Mrs. William Wood is chairman of arrangements. Assisting her are: Mrs. D. P. Castaldo, Mrs. William Detwieler, Mrs. William Darnes, and Mrs. Harold L. Fogg.
 Defense Mass Meeting
 About 200 persons attended mass meeting called yesterday afternoon at St. Joseph's hall by the St. Jo- seph's Federation dc 'ense commit tee. Speakers included Rev. Jo- seph J. ValantiejuS, pastor of St. Joseph's church, Professor Alexan- der J. Aleksis, chairman of the committee, Tax Assessor John w. Jenusaitis, who served as chairman of the r:eeting, James E. Moran, chairman of the clubs division Of the local defense bond committee, Mrs. Herman Rooster, vice-chair- man of the local Red Cross war re- lief drive, Mrs. Edsor Hitchcock, production chairman of the local Red Cross chapter, Atty. Clarence Balanda, Ms. John V. Lasky, Mrs. John Zailckas, and Mrs. John Bar kauskas, co-chairman of the com- mittee.
 The purpose of the meeting was to show the Lithuanian people in what ways they could help in the defense program. An outline was given of the various plans for buy ing defense bonds. The need for funCS and garments for war relief was explained by the speakers. The gathering was urged to help in all ways possible in defense.
 A meeting for production work has been called by the committee for Wednesday night from ' to 10 p. m. at the assembly room in the old St. Joseph's school. Mrs. Hitch- cock will be present to distribute knitting and sewing material.
 It was reported at yesterdays meeting that the Federation com- mittee had arranged already for the sale of $40,00O worth of de- fense bonds. Headquarters for the bond sale and registration are at the Jenusaitis store on Bank street.
 25O At L. I. P. Banqlet
 About 25O persons attended the annual banquet of the Lithuanian Independent Political Club held Sat- urday night at Nemunas Hall. Speakers were: Rev. Joseph J. Valantiejus, pastor of St. Joseph's Church. John Monagan, Democratic candidate for Congress, Police Supt. William J. Roach, Tax Assessor John w. Jenusaitis, Alderman Will liam Kolbeck, Alderman Edward Lasky, Alderman Joseph Gelgauda, Deputy Sheriff Albert Francis. Dr. Matthew J. Colney, Public Works Commissioner John Bendler and Albin Marcelynas. Thomas Matas, president of the club, served as postmaster.
 Music for dancing was furnished by the MTrymakers orchestra. The