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Evening star., 1942-01-29
BY the Associated Press.

By the Associated Press.
A lifeboat which took l3 Ameri-
can merchant searl1en from q
torpedoed steamer has reached a
tiny South Seas island after a 81
day voyage over $500 miles OF
lonely sea-a cruel journey that
ranks as an open-boat epic.
The boat was one of two which
set off when the 7,000-ton steamer
Prusa, owned by the Lykes Bros
Steamship Line of Houston, Tex,
was torpedoed 100 miles from
Honolulu at $50 am. December 10.
The first boat, bearing the chief
mate and II others. was picked up
December 27. Its occupants reported
that Capt. G. H. Boy of Houston
and II men were adrift In the second
boat, headed for the Marshall
Islands, and that nine men had
Evening star., 1942-01-29
81 Days in Lifeboot, Sailors
On Torpedoed Ship Reach Isle

been lost when the Prusa was
torpedoed.
The Navy received word from
Wellington, New Zealand. last night
that Capt. Boys boat had landed
January 19 on Nukunau Island. one
of the Gilbert group, about $500
miles north of New Zealand. The
report was said to have been sent
by the fourth officer. who reached
nearby Beruin Island and made
contact with British communica-
tions.
A report by the Tampa Inter
Ocean Steamship Co. at New Or
leans listed the captain and 1G others
as rescued. Nothing was said of the
two other men previous reports had
indicated were aboard the boat.
The Tampa line gave the follow
ing names Of men who reached the
Evening star., 1942-01-29

were given the visiting Nurses OF
Jackson School and 100 presented
to the Salvation Army for dis
tribution.
Evening star., 1942-01-29

Billions for victory, or tribute to
dictators. There Is only one answer.
Buy United States Defense savings
bonds and stampsl
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-10-31
JUDGE SHEA'S RECOR RD IS
 ENDORSED

Editor, Waterbury Democrat:-- The letter in last nights issue of The Democrat in regard to Probate Judge D. Emmet Shea. pleased me greatly, for believe that the can. dldate Is not only Q credit to the office he holds. but also Is an out standing representative Of the Dem. ccraac party.
 Judge Ghea's record ln office is ln itself an endorsement that [ do not believe that any voter should tail t0 take into consideration at the polls on Tuesday. and his long experience in office has always been at the dis- posaI of any Naugatuck persons in need Of has aid.
 Conscientious effort, plus ability, shcuId bring its own reward, and I am sure that no one can truthfully say that Judge Ghea's administration of his office has ever bean anything except TO per cent satisfactory % anyone having business there. 4 Reader.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-10-31
How Parties Rank
 In Congress Since 1883

Washington (UP)- Follow ing is a tabulation of the political division in the House and Senate at the beginning of each new Congress, start- ing with that elected in 1882 and seated in 1883:
 1sSS-s4
 Senate = Democrat, 60; Re- publican, 35; Farmer-Labor, l. publican, IF; Farmer Labor, 5 Houae v Democrat, BIO; Re-
 1sS5-S6
 Senate = Democrat, 60; Re- publican, 25; Progressive, 1; Farmer-Labor, l.
 House = Democrat, 322; Re- publican, 102; Progressive, T; Farmer-Labor, 3.
 1937-38
 Senate - Democrat, 75; Re- publican, 15; Progressive, l; Farmer r-Labor, 2; Independent Republican, l.
 House - Democrat, 333; Re- publican, 8S; Progressive, 8; Farmer-Labor, 5.
 19S9-4O
 Senate = Democrat, 69; Re- publican, 23; Progressive, 1; Farmer-Labor, 2; Independent, l.
 House - Democrat, 261; Re- publican, 169; Progressive, 2; fAarmer-Labor, l.; American Labor, l.
 1941-42 Senate - Democrat, 66; Re- publican, 2S; Progressive, 1; 1n- dependent, 1.
 House - Democrat, 268; Re- publican, 1892; Progressive, g.; Farmer-Labor, l; American Labor, 1.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-10-31
FORMER NURSES
 BADLY NEEDED
Council for War Service Encouraging Girls to
 Resume Profession
(NEA Telephoto)

Inactive and retired nurses of the Waterbury area will be sent ques- tionnaires by the local Nursing Council for War Service in an ef- fort to determine the amount of possible aid available in the event of emergency, it was announced at a meeting of the group yesterday. Efforts will be made to encourage former ..urses to resume service if possible, to alleviate shortage. Miss Alice Peak presided at the meeting at the Visiting Nurse Association building.
 A new daytime class for Red Gross nurseS' aides will start next month, accor ding to an announcement IT .:.,2 by Mrs. Howard Hart, chair man of the service. Five vacancies exist, she stated. and the class will be the last day time class until next year. A meeting of the nurses aides committee has been called for Mon- day at 4 D. m. at the Red Cross headquarters on Field street.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-10-31
BANK COMMISSIONER
 WITHDRAWS ACTION

Withdrawal papers were filed in common pleas court today in a s365 damage suit brought by Walter Perry. state bank commissioner of the State of Connecticut and suc- cessor receiver Of the Merchants Trust Go. against Angelina Iarra- plno of Waterbury. The action was based on e s5S0 loan made Oct. 2i. 1881, e237 Of which was said to be unpaid together with interest from Jan. 90. 1882.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-10-31
CHASE PARK TOTS
 GUESTS AT PARTY
HopeviIIe Community Club Stages ColOrful Annual
 Halloween Parade

Halloween parties were in order last evening in the various sections of the city as Waterbury began ob- serving its first war time celebra- ton in 24 years. ..=..
 More than 70 children enjoyed festivities at Chase Park house, under the supervision of Miss Mil dred Dunne, and Miss Shirley Hayes. Prize winners included John Boulet, Edward Cooney, Albert Betts, Chris tine Anderson, Donald Lovejoy, James Mclean, Pat Fitzgerald, Pauline Puglise, Joan Willett and Joseph Sarandria.
 , Hundreds of gaily outf1tted young sters took part in the Hopeville Community clubs annual parade After the parade, the children thronged the gymnasium of the Hopeville school where prizes were awarded to those having the best and most original costumes.
 Two dances featured the evening entertainment program. One held al the North End YMCA marked the beginning of the fall and winter so- cial schedule. The other took place at the Washington Park Community club and was largely attended.
 Mrs. Thomas Fleming directed a Halloween party held by the Chil- dren of Mary organization at St. Margaret's parish hall. Ann Nolan Terese Flanagan and Elizabeth Scully were in charge of arrsnge- ments. More than 75 girls, including guests from Sts. Petter and Pau church, were present.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-10-31
By THE OUT EASTER

Martin Myers, stage manager Of the old Jacques theater who met a terrible death during the week in a fall from an overhead room on the theater stage, was buried Friday morning. We were at the funeral services at the Church of the Immaculate Conception; we were there because Marty was a real Out Easter, having been born out here on Wall Street when the Myers family occupied their own home on the west side of the street, at or near the corner Of Laurel Street.
 We looked about for other Out Easters, but there were few pres ent. Perhaps, for all we know, they are all dead. But there were one or two we noticed like repre- sentatives of the Morgan and Der win families. But the theatrical troopers were there in number. We mean the young ladies of the Jacques chorus, the principals and the stage hands of all the theaters. They never forget a friend. And the young girls of the show, from all parts of the country, because of the kindness and gentlemanly acts of Marty, .wept Sorrowfully during the en- tire ceremony. Some were pres ent when the accident took place and did their utmost to comfort Marty as he lay motionleSs on the stage, with the three foot micro phone, on which he landed, pene- .trating his chest and puncturing his heart. Vainly trying to eX- tricate the mike, they ran for aid outside, but too late, for Marty was dead when the first man sum- moned arrived.
 Marty Myers was snort ill stat ure. He devoted his entire life to the stage business and travelled extensively in this line with war; ious productions starting out of New York. But a few years ago he returned here as manager ot the old theater of which he was a stage hand in his early days. There was nothing rough about Marty; he talked softly and never harshly, rather unique trait with that of a stage manager. Kindly and generous. and thoughtful in his dealings, he endeared himself to all actors and actresses who worked on the stage of which he was master. He never became ex- cited, never found fault at tenn porary misf1t in scenery for the act to be shown and was never known to berate any employe for any mistake or blunder made in the shifting of scenery. Stage managers. as rule, are hard boiled and irritable, as they claim, but this was never characteristic of Marty Myers. He wasn't brought up that way and couldn't change in spite of his many years in stage work.
 We knew Marty Myers from boyhood. His first school was Well ton street, just like the rest of us out here in the days of long ago. The family lived on Wall street for a number of years or until the death of his father, also Martin, a lawyer of high standing, who died during Marty's young days. Un- like many of the others here, Marty first hired out as boy stage hand, instead of going into the factory or shop, as We called 1t. He stuck to this business dur ing his entire life, and was widely known among those of the the atrical fife, Not so many people in Waterbury of late years knew him, because of his absence in New York city. But we of Old Out East remembered the Myers fam fly, ard also recalled Marty in his
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-10-31
TALBOT REFUTES STORY ON UNION

Congressman Joseph E. Talbot this morning refuted the claim of his opponent, Mayor William A. Patten of TorringtOn. In. a tele- gram to the War Labor Board in Washington, Cong. Talbot wrote that he had visited all of the industrial plants in the Torring- ton area. I have found that the hourly rates at the Hendey Ma chine Go. are as much as IS cents below the prevailing rate paid by competitors in the labor market in this city"
 He added \ earnestly request that the minority opinion of the panel on tine Hendey case be adopted by the War Labor Board and put into effect at once in order to imlre- diately expedite war production" !"
 Congressman Talbot sent the telegram at the request of the ex- ecutive board of Local 392, U. A. w.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-10-31
News Of Men
 In The Service

Stationed in the veterinary de- partment of the Keesler field hos pital, Mississippi, Gerald Hanlon, son of MT. and Mrs. Jeremiah Han lon of 16 Nelson street, has been promoted to the rank of master ser- geant. Sergt. Hanlon first entered the service in March, 194l.
 Son of MT. and Mrs. Joseph Rig zuH of 24O South Leonard sctreet, Louis Rizzuti has been promoted to the rank of technician's cOrpOrsl. |. He is attached to the Army En- gineers' Amphibian command at Osterville, Mass.
 Stationed with medical unit at Fort Dix, N. J., Carmen DiModugno has been made corporal. He is the son of MT. and Mrs. Anthony DtModugno of 162 Waterville street. Maj. Gen. Sherman Miles, com mandant of the First Service com mand, announced that men with tool work experience will be en- listed in the army indefinitely. Those accepted may enter the air force and may request assignment to any of the air bases in the southeast. Applicants must be citi- zens between IS and 50 years of age who have tool workers experience.
 Leaving for military service today, Joseph Schwimmer, local correspon- dent for the Bridgeport Herald, was honored at a testimonial dinner at Larson's restaurant recently. Toast master at the affair was George Mo- Duff, head of the Waterbury rent control office. Among the speakers were Fred Palomba and William Lawlor, city prosecutors; Aldermen William Kolbeck and Burton Walk CT; former Alderman Joseph Reiner, Joseph Kearney, member of the board of education; William Ver- riker, police board chairman; Atty William Secor of the rent control office, Benjamin Rodman, Harry Cashin and E. Jackson Ryan.
 By presenting their furlOugh pa pers at the local rationing office servicemen may obtain One-hali pound of sugar for any part of 2 week they are here, Mrs. Charlotte Root was told yesterday by the stats ratiOning board.
 Chief Petty Officer Garry Mur- phy of the local Naval recruiting station announced yesterday that ratings are again being given 1T the Seabees. Am ong those available are for machinists, moulders, cleo tricians and blacksmiths. Applicant. will be interviewed at the New Ha' ven recruiting station every Mon day.
 Ralph A. Pafenti, 39 Denny street and Robert J. Smith, .22. Linder street, were accepted for enlistment in the Marines at the local recruit.
 ing station in the Post Oiiice yes- terday. George E. Ryley, IT,,
 Bridgeport, passed final examin-
 tI0ns for enlistment at the district
 headquarters station at Springfield
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-10-31
START
 FIRE. IN TREE
Bremen Work Half IIour to QueII Blaze !; Rally De.
 cided Success
Washington Hill

The fire department was called out last night to extinguisl1 fire which some boys started In the body of one of the trees in Wash- ington park. The fire was snloulder- ing the greater part of the day. It didn't look to be of any importance until the fire department started working on 1t and it took about a half hour to get it extingulshed.
 Considering working hours, with SO many people of voting age work ing on the 3 to ii o'clock shifts in local defense plants, large crowd of people gathered at Washington Park Community House to hear the speakers and candidates on Demo- cratic States ticket last evening.
 The auditorium was appropriately decorated with the national colors. The program opened with Q con- cert by the Oakville Drum Corps and with the singing of the "Sta1 Spangled Banner" led by Mrs. Doro. thy Carney Dunn, accompanied or the piano by James Fitzgerald, re- tiring committeeman for District 5-2.
 Miss Mary Rielly of The Quota club introduced the first speaker on the program. Mrs. Chase Going Woodhouse, secretary of state.
 Mrs. Henry A. Hayden, president of the Women's Democratic club of Waterbury, was general chairman, and introduced his honor, Mayor Vincent A. Scully, who gave a very impressive speech on the accom- plishments of the present Demo cratic state ticket, and lauded Coy. Robert A. Hurley as Connecticu'ts greatest war governor.
 Patrick Wallace introduced Gov. Hurley. Mrs. Rose Brophy intro duced Mrs. Robert A. Hurley, who just took bow.
 City Clerk Joe Happy Shea in troduced State Controller John Dove.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-10-31
EXTRA POLICE
 WORK TONIGHT
Authorities Hopeful of Keeping Halloween Van-
 dalism at Minimum

Authorities were hopeful today that vandalism would be absent to- night as the city's young people and many older ones, celebrate Halloween Police have given the 'go ahead" sign for fun of all kinds but will not tolerate any damage to property or injury to persons. Extra plice will be on duty in case their services are needed.
 Mayor Vincent A. Scully yester- day issued an "open letter" to the city's boys and girls, asking them to refrain from any rowdyism. He emphasized the difficulty of Secur- ing materials to replace or repair any articles damaged.
 Numerous social events are planned for tonight, with commit nity and fraternal organizations as the sponsors. Scores of house par- ties have also been arranged.
 Following custom, costu m e d youngsters will tour the homes of their neighborhood, with house. holders being asked: DO you know who I amp" The householders who can't penetrate the disguise are ex- pected to pay the penalty by giving the youngsters fruit or candy.
 The usual informal parade through the downtown streets can also be expected. But such "pranks' as breaking windows, cut ting clotheslines and stealing gates are ordered tout" this year.
 The city's Catholics tomorrow wi! observe the Feast of All Saints. Or Monday, All Souls Day will be ob. served with prayers being offered for the departed.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-10-31
DELAY IN OIL
 BOOKS IS SEEN

Boston, Oct. 3i-tUP)-Regional OPA Director Kenneth D. Backman said today that no one win suffer from the delay ln Issuance of fuel oil ration books.
 Commenting on the registration delay, Backman said that the OPA haa underestimate the tremendous demand Zoe Enlioa terms. nnekman has ordered the coupon system for obfa' ling kerosene, range and fuel ~ai nstanAad khynpah &nw Pa
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-10-31
Marriage Intentions

The following couples have filed marriage intentions at the bureau of vital statistics:
 William Kinlock, 1891 South Main street, and Margaret Miller, 1891 South Main street.
 Edwin Lawrence O'Dea, "A Walnut avenue, and Olive Evelyn ODea, Meriden.
 George Sadula, Oakville, and Mary LanauskaS, IS South Riverside street.
 Oswald McDuff, 553 South Main street, and Jeanne D'Arc Anctil, Al East Clay street.
 George Yurkunas, : Green street, and Helen Evon, 9 William street.
 John Perazella, IT Division street. and Rosetta R. Cofrancesco, 10 Grove street.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-10-31
MOUNTAINEER DANCE
 SET FOR NOVEMBER

A mountaineer Sadie Hawkins" dance will be held Nov. ' at the Doollttle Alley hall by the scoviil Employes' Recreation association. Arrangements are being made by a committee composed of Ruth Os- borne, chairman. Ellen MacLelland. Mary Bruno Art chiefio. Russel. Hickman, John Sullivan, Joseph dFayeline, Edward Mcorath, and Earl r. Holbrook.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-10-31
DEMMIES DROPPING
 ELECTION PARADE

For the first time in Waterbury's modern history, the Democratic party will not hold its election eve parade and rallies Monday night. Instead several radio programs will be offered.
 It had been the custom for years, the night before every election. for the candidates to tour the city be- hind a hand and red lights and speak at Brooklyn, Washington HiIl and the AbrigadOr
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-10-31
LATE REALTY NEWS

Papers in connection with the fol- lowing real estate transactions have been filed at the office of the town clerk:
 Mortgage Release Edwin c. Northrop to John M. Ivory.
 Mortgage Deeds Adam and Eva Dalton 10 the FirsS Federal Savings & Loan Association of Waterbury, property on HeWey street, $3,801
 John M. Ivory to the First Fed eral Savings & Loan Association of Waterbury, property on Country Club road, $8,500
 Warranty Deeds Frederick s. Chase to Flora Grappone, land on Highland ave- nue.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-10-31
Marty Myers Laid To Rest"
Show People Pay Fitting Tribute to Jacques Theater Stage Manager = Chorines Will Never Forget Sadness of His Death Travelled Extensively With Productions Starting in New York.

tender years of Out East resi- dence.
 Marty Myers didn't deserve the fate he suffered. He did too many acts of kindness to have his life snapped out in the manner as ir1- dicated. Associates always spoke highly of him, and so did the ones who met him in his daily labors.
 It was the evident sorrow of those theatrical folks which im- pressed us. They surely are a con- siderate and affectionate lot of people. Many of these young peo- pie of the chorus will never forget the sadness of Marty Myers death.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-10-31
EDWARD STEPHAN TENDERED PARTY Ives Road Resident, Leav= ing Soon for Army,
 Given Purse

Cheshire, Oct. 31, 1942-A farewell party was ten6ered Edward L. Shee- han of Ives road, on Thursday eve- ming at the home of his brother, Michael Sheehan of West Main street. During the evening the guest of honor, who leaves today for the Army was given a purse. Those present included: Nelson Buechele, William Bates, Auselin Grace, George Hatch, John Daley c. Ralph Powell, Jr., Albert o. Heron, AL bert Laliberte, Charles Loyan, Will liam M. Logan, Theodore E. Davis, James Jamele, Michael Sheehan, Edward J. Hart and Edward Shee- han.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-10-31
C Compensation Agreements

The following agreements Tor weekly payments during disability or for specific payment in case of per- manent injury were approved today by Compensation Commissioner John J. OConnell:
 Willard H. Booth of Watertown against American Brass Company, American Metal Hose branch. $2l.2S for 25 weeks, 100 per cent loss of third finger of left hard.
 Michael CuoZzo of Torrington against City of Torrington $13.72 beginning September 12, injured left instep.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-10-31
CHILDREN CARRIED FROM BURNING BLDG.

Lynn, Mass, Oct. 31-(UP)-Four children were carried to safety by their parents and dozen adults escaped unassisted near midnight when fire in a six-family house on Essex street threatened a tenement district.
 The blaze, confined to the rear of the house. caused about $2000 damage. Antonio Gerardi of Lynn owns the building.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-10-31
BUILDING PERMITS

The following permits have been issued at the office 0f Building Inspector yohn Y. Hartley;
 Afr. and hfrs. Gladdtngs close n perch, AaD Rse6m0ms ssEeess eSe.
 D. T. Harrington, agent, elter. allonk ia store frenk a2S Bank street. gi5s.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-10-31
RED CROSS WAR
 FUND INAUGURATED

Plans for the Red Cross war fund drive Will be made at \ meeting or branch campaign chairman Mon. day ct 2 o'clock at the Red Cross headauarteFs. Mrs. Herman koes: ter, chairman of the local waT fiise e0gnmittee, will preside.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-10-31
HITCHCOCK HEADS
 CEMETERY SOCIETY

Warren B. Hitchcock of Water bury was elected president of the Connecticut Cemetery association at a recent meeting in Hartford. Over 30 cemetery superintendents and executives attended.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-10-31
Nov. 3 Elections Stir Little Interest In Nation, But Party Heads See Them Prelude To Presidential Battle In "A
By LYLE c. WILSON United Press stan Correspondent

Washington--(UP)- light vote and Republican gains short of maoes in both Houses of Congress are forecast for the nations first wartime general election since 1913 which will take place in all states but Maine Nov. B.
 Maines customary preview election took place Sept 4 retaining for the Republican party the Senate seat at stake and the three House apporoned to that at
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-10-31
CONNECTICUT SECURITIES
 The R. F. Griggs Co
PUBLIC UTILITY STOCKS
INDUSTRIAL STOCKS

Ann. Hardware Co.,. ...... 21A 2S5l Bristol Brass Corp. com. S9 42 Colts. Pat. Fire Arms Go. 59 64 Eagle Lock co. ..s...... l2s i4lS Eastern Malleablet Iron 2l 24 Landers. Frary & Clark 27 % Lux Clock Co. .......... l0h l2A N. Brit. Mach. Co. com. 37 40 North & Judd Mfg. co. 36I6 38A ! Peck Stow & wilcox co. Sis i0is Remington Arms ...... 2% 3% Scovin Mfg. Go. ..... 25A 27a Stanley Works CO. com. 42 45 Torrington Co. ........ 26ls 2SH Veeder Root .......... 40 43 Wtby. Farrel P. & M... 27 30
Evening star., 1942-10-25
| Henderson. Halls
| Ruling UphoIding
Price Lows

BY the Associated Press.
A decision of special three
Judge Federal Court In Wichita,
Kans., unanimously upholding the
constitutionality Of the Emergency
Price Control Act and Federal war
time regulation Of rents was hailed
yesterday by Price Administrator
Henderson.
This unqualified victory in the
first major test Of the constitution
Atty Of . law so sweeping In its
scope as the Price Control Act Is
deserving Of the widest public at
tention," Mr.. Henderson said.
THE courts unanimous decision
that Congress has the power to con-
troll prices and rents tn time OF war
and to require, in eject. sellers and
landlords to obey first and litigate
later, ends the possibility that the
administration Of essential wartime
measures can be ohstructed By those
selfish few who place gain before the
common welfare.
Those who have claimed that
rent control and price control are
un-American. Unconstitutional and
every other 'un' that rises to their
lips when their prohts are threat
'ened have 1isuratively had their day
ii court. The court hae spoken
decisively and clearly