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The daily monitor leader. [volume] (Mount Clemens, Mich.) 1942-19??, 1942-04-23

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Allan ferried him across TO the
Peninsula and escorted him to a
corrugated tin shed where the
Sargent car had been placed
when its owner was taken. He
left the old man tinkcring hap
pidy with it, and promising to
bring Kay in a hurry, he stepped
from the building,
He paused abruptly as he spied
EScObar and Asia some hundred
yards TO his left He slipped be-
hind a clump of cactus and
watched as the colonel bowed
the lady into a small tOolShed,
slammed the door on her, snap
ped a paddock shut and put the
key in his pocket; then he turn
ed away and strobe TO a launch,
which he boarded and headed
for the prison island.
so ASia's prisoner herself
now" muttered Allan, and con-
templatcd the toOl-shed penslvc-
~. b goSh-Ill chance it,
He walked TO the shed, pick
ing up a short iron bar as he
went. Most Of the ruralcs were
over on the captured island, the
few he met merely smiled pol
itcly and seemed to take ell am
ricano for granted. Nobody saw
him as ne thrust the bar into the
paddock, snapped it, and kicked
open the door.
(To BE Concluded
The daily monitor leader. [volume] (Mount Clemens, Mich.) 1942-19??, 1942-04-23
. SERIAL STORY
MEXICAN MASQUERADE
BY CECIL CARNES Soey y.st,l. ,G =
COPYRIGHT, t9a2,
NEh SERVICE. INC.

shout, and the words came to
them clarion clear across the
water.
'NiyC Ia France
He turned like lightning to
face the plane. His right arm
went back, then snapped for
ward. Some object ne had been
holding - it looked like a
small stick went hurting
through the air to strike the
bomber square amidship.
There was a great sheet OF
red flame, a cloud of greasy
black smoke, before the crash
of the explosion reached the
bungalow. When the smoke
rolled away. there was nc
plane, no launch-no Pierre!
THAT was the stolen brick.'
thought Allan.
From beside him, ne heard
the swish of metal upon metal
He turned his head Escobar
had drawn his long machetc
from its scabbard. Facing the
spot where Pierre had vanish
Cd, he was standing. very still
very erect, the hilt Of his bright
sword raised TO the visor of his
cap. A moment he held tho
pose, a statue i'm khaki; then he
Taxed and sent the machete
ringing into its sheath He look
ed gravcly at Allan and Kay
Sargent.
My friends he said quiet
ly, we have just seen-the death
Of a very brave man.
"But-but Why" cried Kay
almost tearfully. Why did he
do it?'
you don't understand. SEN
orita? De Fontanelle was no
traitor TO his country after all,
no faint-hearted defeatist. He
was an out and out Free
Frenchman. Free in spirit, that
is, but chained i'm body. The
NaziS controlled his actions, be,
cause they could threaten in.
The daily monitor leader. [volume] (Mount Clemens, Mich.) 1942-19??, 1942-04-23
BY CECIL CARNES
EXPLOSION.
CHAPTER XVII


Its German Allan gaSpCd
staring at the swaStika on the
fuselage of the plane that had
machine gunned EsCObar's ru-
rales on shore.
He, the officer and Kay had
come TO their feet TO watch
events from the doorway Of the
house. Escobar's face was set
and grim.
Eyes" he said. Now l COM
prehend certain hints / have
had from Asia. II is Germany
working with this Japanese
front! And Asia is the Nazi
agent, which accounts for her
authority over Watanabc" He
added after a moment y fear.
senior, we have lost the last
trick
Colonel Allan, See" Kay
was pointing eXcitedly TO the
island pier. Isn't that Pierre
getting INTO launcht
'Y S, confirmed Escobar
sourly. The - the vichy-liv-
cred Frenchman is going out to
greet his German palsl'
Apparently De + on tanCllC
was doing exactly that. His
launch was putt-putting toward
the plane, he seated in the stern.
A panel slid back in the side
of the bomber and several heads
stuck out, their owners staring
at the approaching visitor.
When the launch was 20 PAGES
rom its goal, a harsh challenge
tang out. De Fontanellc stop
Cd his engine promptly and
-urved away till his craft was
floating parallel with the
bomber.
He stood up, but his back was
turned to the plane and lie
seemed to be looking al the
three persons grouped in the
doorway OF the prison bunga-
ION. He threw UP his head TO
The daily monitor leader. [volume] (Mount Clemens, Mich.) 1942-19??, 1942-04-23
FIRST FLORIST

The business Of selling flow
crs and flower seeds began in
New York City in 1902. Grant
Thorburn, a nailmakcr, lost his
lob and. when ncighborS al.
mircd his wife's gcraniumS,
conceived the idea of selling
ported plants.
The daily monitor leader. [volume] (Mount Clemens, Mich.) 1942-19??, 1942-04-23

More than 100000 square
yards OF runway surface have
been paved in new airportS for
Canada's wartime pilot-training
schools.
The daily monitor leader. [volume] (Mount Clemens, Mich.) 1942-19??, 1942-04-23

Gases are composed Of mole
culcs moving rapidly through
the empty spaces lying between
them.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-08-26
BY ELMER c. WALLER United Press Financial EditOrD


 New York. August % - (UP) - Stocks slipped down fractions to Q point in quiet dealings today, re- flecting uneasipess over the Russian situation.
 Douglas Aircraft again was leader on the decline after yesterdays l-e point drop, selling of 1 point to 59. Other aviation issues had fraction al losses Rails weakened after meeting early support.
 U. s. Steel, which opened on a 1000 share block at 46 6-8, oil 1-4 seadied and Bethlehem held at 52 1-2, of 1-2. Chrysler met support around its previous of 58, although General Motors eased 5-8 to 37 5-8.
 Eastman Kodak, American Wool en preferred and American Foreign Power 2 preferred were down a point or more. Public Service of N. J. 6 preferred countered the trend with a 1 5-8 gain to 80. A few cop per and oil shares were supported around their previous closings.
 General Railway Signal reached a new high at IA IA, up 1-4, and Greyhound Corp. and Frank G. Shattuck equalled their highs on small gains.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-08-26
WILDCAT STRIKES
 ARE ON INCREASE

New York, Aug. 26-(UP)-Wild- cat and jurisdictional strikes in creased during July and 222 of them, involving 8O,722 men, cost the nation 1,868,912 man-hours, na- tional association of manufacturers report said today.
 While the number of men in- volved and the number of man. hours lost during July were slightly lower than those of the month of June, the increase in the number of actual walkouts, coupled with loca- ton and the type of production dis turbance, served to emphasize the growing rebelliousness of labor mi- norities which continue to ignore the appeals of both labor union leaders and the war labr board" the report said.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-08-26
DEBRIS THROWN
 INTO CHASE POOL

Debris tossed into Chase Park swimming pool Monday night was cleaned up today by park depart ment squad and officials reported that the pool will reopen tomorrow. Sergeant John Mates is investigat- ing the vandalism. He said 1t was the third incident of similar nature at the pool this year. Tn addi- ton to tossing several pieces of equipment into the pool the vandals broke open a locker and emptied the contents.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-08-26
Market Again Takes
 Small Slip Downward
Some Uneasiness Over Russia Was Cause of Drop
 Douglas Aircraft Led in Decline Rails Weakened

measures stabfIizing wages ane farm prices. This announcement after the close of the market yes- terday, offset Senator Bankhead's advice to cotton farmers not to sell their cotton for less than 21 Ia cents per pound, but to put 1t into the government loan.
 Bankhead. D.. Ala. made his sug- gestion yesterday at Dallas, Tex, and pricesc bounded upward to close $1.35 to $40 per bale higher WOOL MARKET
 Boston, Aug. 26.-(UP)-The Bos- ton wool market was quiet due in part to many buyers being in the west attending wool sales and auc- tons, the U. s. Agriculture Depart Thent reportetd today.
 A large sale was reported from Colorado of original bag bulk fine wool at clean price range of $1.14 to SLY. Requests for bids on gov- ernment orders caused inquiries on wools of one quarter and three eighthS blood grade.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-08-26
ALBERTUS MAGNUS
 BUYS MORE LAND

A building and land at 300 ast Rock road in New Haven has been purchased by Albertus Magnus Col lege, which plans to use the build ing as dormitory.
 The purchase involved about S27,- 500, according to documentary stamps affixed to the warranty deed filed with the New Haven town clerk.
 Several Waterbury girls are stu dents at the college.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-08-26
GUILD SPONSORS
 PINOCHLE BRIDGE Mrs. William Sennett Host ess for Weekly Event of
 Altar Members
PROSPECT RudeIla c. Driscoll, Corre- sp0ndent - Telephone 5-O921

Prospect, Aug. 26-Mrs. William Sennett of Union City road was hostess for the weekly card party of the Altar Guild of St. Anthony's s church Monday afteroon. High score in pinochle was made by Mrs. Elizabeth Dupre, Mrs. Merritt Wal ters and Mrs. Oscar Motambault.
 The ladies present were: Mrs. Emil Toscano, Mrs. Anna Driver, Mrs. James Mulvey, Mrs. Joseph Farley, Mrs. John Schieffer, Sr., Mrs. 4. H. Merriman, Mrs. Oscar Motambault, Mrs. Elizabeth D,lpre and Mrs. Merritt Walters.
 MT. and Mrs. Damis Lagasse of Laura avenue were hosts at hot dog roast for Mir. and Mrs. LeClair and family of Waterbury.
 Miss Mary Feeney and Mrs. Therese McAvoy of Waterbury spent Sunday with Mrs. Elizabeth Shine of Straitsville road.
 William Vining of Cooke road has returned from vacationing with his grandparents, Mir. and Mrs. Will liam Vning of Simsbury.
 Mir. and Mrs. Daniel Connor and family of New Haven road and Mrs John Schieffer, Jr., and family oi Cooke road spent yesterday al Hammonasset beach.
 The Republican caucus will bt held Wedesday evening at 8 o'clocl in the community school
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-08-26
MCLAUGHLIN SWORN
 IN BY. GOVERNOR

Hartford, Conn, Aug. 26.-(UP)- Charles J. Mclaughlin, who resigned last week as state tax commission CT, was sworn in today by Gov. Hur- ley as a judge of the superior court.
 Mclaughlin will succeed Judge Carl Foster who retires Friday when he reaches the age of 70.
 The new jurist has been an at tOrney for 25 years and is former states attorney general and a U. s commissioner.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-08-26
Girls Club Greets
 Emily B. Tickell
New Director Here Supervising Redecoration Work
 Registration to Start Next Monday

Redecoration work at the Water bury Girls club on Park Place are just bee:' completed and fall activi- ties are expected to get underway in few weeks under the dirction of Miss Emily B. Tickell of Bingham ton, N. Y. who started her new du- ties here August 15. Sewing, cook ing, gymnasium and handicraft ac- tivitieS will be included on the fall program, with an experienced staff to supervise the girls.
 Mrs. Frederick Holcomb, president of the board of directors of the club has announced that registra- ton for young women who are IS and over will be accepted from Aug ust 31 to September from 2 to g D. m., while girls between the ages of five and IS may register between September and II from 3 to 5 D. m.
 A new game room has been set up on the second floor of the club house where girls between five and eight may play. Another addition is cheerful library for the benefit of the young women who wish to spend a quiet evening of reading or studying. New shades and cur tains have been obtained for all of the windows and brightly colored chintZ covers have been placed upon chairs throughout the house
 Miss Tickell has set up a dis play of various crafts which the girls will be encouraged to study in their leisure time. The girls will be taught to use inexpensive native materials, such ars nuts, hemlocE cones. and wood to make pins bracelets. toys and other items. 4 crafts section will be set up even. tually att he clubhouse.
 Miss Helen Titcomb of Farming ton, Maine, will be sewing teacher al the club during the coming year A graduate of Massachusetts State Teachers College, she also studied al Simmons College and Syracuse Uni- versity and was teaching at Cole. brook acadamy prior to her ap. pointment here. Cooking instruc. tions will be given by Miss Anr Danaher and Miss Lucy Russo vii have charge of sports and gymnasi um activities. Junior and seniol Red Cross group will be organized with Mrs. Mary Beckett in charg' of evening Red Cross work.
 The new director, who succeed Miss Kathleen Crowley, has served as director of the Girls Club a Binghamton, N. Y., and also as as
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-08-26
NEW HAVEN ROAD
 HAD GREAT INCOME

New Haven. Conn, Aug. 26- CUP)-The New Haven Railroad sys- tenn today reported a net income for the month of July which was nearly four times the income for the same month last year.
 Income this past July amounted to $1 .973, ,321, whereas . year ago 1t was $532, 2,00l.
 July gross revenues totaled @l4,- l45,555. and operating expenses amounted to 4e.O73, ,D08.
 For the first seven months of this year net income aggregated 40,S44,- s42. Last yeax 1t was e2.07s. .7Ol.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-08-26
MAN FALLS INTO
 GRAND ST. CELLAR

Patrick Pulley, 65, of 151 South Elm street suffered a severe head cut at 12:3O today in fall through street trap door into the cellar of the Lincoln Lunch on Grand street. Patrolman Joseph Sullivan who with Daniel Spardone of 291 Bank street and Carmine Mucciaro of 90 Meadow street took the in- jured man to St. Mary's hospital said about 10 stitches were taken to close the wound between the mans eye and ear.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-08-26
TREASURY BALANCE
The R. F. Griggs Co.

Washington, Aug. 26 (UP)--Cov ernment expenses and receipts fo'i the current fiscal year through Aug 24th compared with a year ago: This Year Expenses Last YenI $0,249,419,293.72 $2,809,243, ,96612
 War Spending $8,327,342,4 ,489,92 $1,S34,1es.677S4
 Receipts $1,212,583,56035 : 73S,301,320.04
 Net Deficit $s,o34. .sse, ,ss3s7 s2,oss.5s2.ss6.1s
 Cash Balance $s.e91,s87,45427 S2.5s3.197ss7.6 .6n
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-08-26
COTTON FUTURES

New York, Aug. 26.-(UP)-Cot- ton futures lost as much as 30 cents per bale in forenoon trading today giving up more than half of yes- terday's late sharp advance.
 Selling was prompted by Presi- dent Roosevelt's disclosure that he plans an almost immediate series oi
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-08-26
TWO DEsTRoYERs LAUNCHED

Kearny. N. J., Aug. 26.-(UP)- Two destroyers, the Glennon and tEe Jeffers, slid down the ways to- day at the Federal Shipbuilding and Dry Docks O., yards.
 Launching of the twin warships brought to four the total of ships to @ down the ways in 1e days.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-08-26
EMPLOYES ARRESTED

Worcester, Mass, Aug. 26- UP)- Three youthful employees of the New Haven railroad were held today on charges of stealing from freight cars after police recovered 5000 worth of loot that included seceral Copies of the bok, How to Win Friends and Influence Peple."
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-08-26

raid protection. Thus. he said. there begins a flaming out process which It is expected, will result in wide spread education of the public in defending itself against possible en- emy attack.
 "The spirit shown by you in vol- untarily taking the course at Am herst," Director Loughlin wrote, Ifs very encouraging. It is one more in- dication that the people of New England are aware of their danger from attack, and that if and when 1t comes, the enemy will lind us well able to uaeet it."
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-08-26
Completes COurse

Completing the 10 days course at the War Department Civilian Pro- lection school at Amherst college, Amherst, Mass, Eleanor Grant Rig ney of Cheshire has received let ter of congratulations from U. s. Regional Director Joseph M. Lough- lin, First Civilian Defense Area.
 In his letter, Director Loughlin pointed out that the certificate of attendance entitled It's holder to in- Struct others in ell branches of air
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-08-26
6. 0. P. CAUCUS
 TONIGHT AT 8
Town Committee to be Establishments to
 Assemble Tomorrow
WOLCOTT Correspondent: Alma P. Cole
 Tel 3-28O3

Wolcott, August 26. The Re- publicans will meet in caucus to- night in the town hall at 8 o'clock to elect a town committee and dele gates to the various conventions. Frank Lockart Is chairman of the Republican town committee.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-08-26

Watertown, August %. - Roger ailot of Pythian avenue, who will inter Pratt Institute. Brooklyn, '. r.. in September. was entertained Sunday evening by a group of his friends at his home.
 Dancing and games were enjoyed and a buffet supper served. Guests attending the party included Doris Veilette of Middlebury, Charles Coon, Arlene Smalley. Frank Burns Peggy Coon, William McGarle of Waterbury. Mary McGough. Henry Wisneski of Thomaston, Hazel Milot, william Eustave, Mabel Milot, George Dewell of Thomaston, Ann lynch of Waterbury, Rober Milot and MT. and Mrs. Philip Milot.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-08-26

Mrs. Charles B. Buckingham of DeForest street and her daughter, Mrs. Nelson Howard, Jr., who is here from Texas were guests at the wedding of Miss Dorothy Russell of Hartford and Fishers Island, N. Y., and Lieut.. William Anderson Chap man, U. s. A., which took place in Hartford Monday.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-08-26

sistant director of Grosvenor Set clement House in New York City. Mrs. John M. Burrall is chairman of the clubs house committee.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-08-26
NAZI RACE THEORIES EXPLODED!

The N axis ionaticol claims to racial purity and superiority forced inc issue of race into world politics and eventually re- suited in globol war. The ..014 prep0g1rNu machine Is oven now constantly ot work in an effort to force apon unnumbered mil lions their mythical theo- ries of racial supremacy.
 Several months ago. our Washington Service Bureau assigned Mdurice s. White. of it's research staff. 10 moke q thorough investigation of this prob- lem. consulting the writ ings of leoding world ou- thorities on the subject. in order 10 arrive at the true facts. These facts are now ovoiloble 10 our
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The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-08-26

Terrence W. Lynch, ST and his granddaughters, Mary Frances and
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-08-26
Demmles Tomorrow

Charles D. Gibson, chairman of the Democratic Town Committee, has called Democratic caucus for tomorrow night at o'clock in the town hall to elect town committee and delegates to the different con- ventions.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-08-26

Rev. Leonard c. Dillon, M. S., of Altamont, N. Y, is spending a few days with his parents, Mir. and Mrs
 William Dillon of Echo Lake road.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-08-26
SALVAGE GROUP
 GIVES $25 GIFT
ROtarians Ac- Cept Contribution for
 Service Mems Project
CHESHIRE NEWS Cheshire Phone 33A
 Hubert Rigney

Cheshire, Aug. 26.-The donation of $25 to the project sponsored by the Rotary club of Naugatuck for the men being inducted into the United States army, Is announced by the Cheshire salvage committee. The Naugatuck Rotarians have sent each soldier away with a gift since selective service first started. Soldiers from the 14A district, which includes Cheshire, Naugatuck, Vol colt and Prospect have all received the gifts and the Naugatuck club has supplied them. The local donation was toward the fund, be- cause many of the boys who re- ceived gifts were from Cheshire.
 It is announced by Mrs. Raymond Women's Motor corps, that another class will be inaugurated here If enough women are interested in taking the course. The course in cludes training in motor mechanics, l first aid, motor vehicle laws, map | reading, drivers tests and many | DtAICL ohpJCNUO. IlC IOCdA BIOUD received instruction from Ralph Bowman and there are at present l4 members. Captain Paynter is hoping that more Cheshire women join, and any desiring information regarding the new class may call her.
 Douglas Dunbar, Jr, is spending several days with his parents, MT. and Mrs. Douglas Dunbar of Main street. He is a student at AL legheny college.
 Miss Mary Phelan has returned to her home on Peck Lane from a vacation in Laconia, N. H.
 Over 30 members of the junior home guard met at the town hall Monday evening and Corp. W. B. Robinson of Waterbury drilled the members. Capt. Drew is much pleased with the large attendance and at Monday nights drill ex- plained the aims of the organiza- ton. There is much that an or ganization of this kind can do in the interests of national defense and To- ca. boys have shown that they are much interested in 1t.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-08-26

Kathleen Brazil of Waterbury, were guests on Tuesday of Mfr. Lynch g sister, Mrs. Edward Keilty of Scott avenue.
 The Republican caucus will be held in the Town Hall tonight at o'clock.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-08-26


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 In addition to debunkino the Nozis rocdl doctrines RACES OF MANKIND" trcces the origin and distribution of 7dcid groups within nations their cusiomS traits and physical char Herscs. You will wont this b%ket for lis Gneiness and for the tremendously interesting monner in which inc subject has been presented Mo inc coupon together with IS cents carefully wrapped and your copy will be sent 10 you al
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-08-26
Corn Roast

Jean Avery Of Woodtick road en- tertained recently at a hot dog and corn roast followed by swimming. Those present were Daris Stance, Eleanor McVerry, Betty Jane An- drews, Jacquiline DumSchatt, Audry Outtrini, Barbara Ross, William At kinson, John Norlund and Jean Avery.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-08-26

Mrs. Simon Panilaitis, Jr,, and her infant daughter, Sarah Jane, have returned from the Waterbury hospital to their home on Main street, Oakville. Mrs. Panilaitis was formerly Miss Mary Keilty of Hamilton avenue, Watertown.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-08-26
TomorrOw's Specials

The committee in charge or Wa sertowns Community Open Air Market which will be held for the second time tomorrow announces that the specials for this week will be peaches. pears, sweet corn and tomatoes. Tn addition to the spe- sials there will also be a plentiful yupply of mixed vegetables for sale.
 The market, which is project of the local Connecticut Volunteers will open at 8:30 o'clock on the field m the rear of the Community build mg. Housewives who are expect Ing to can fruits and vegetables are notified that this produce will be sold in bushel and half bushel quantities at the market price. Such vegetables as carrots. beets, caun- flower, etc, will, of course, be sold in smaller quantities.
 Persons buying at the market are requested to make arrangements Tor taking their purchases home as there will be no deliveries. Last weeks open-air market was very successful and customers were well pleased with the community affair
 Funeral Services
 Funeral services for Wesley Arthur Cable of Nova Scotia Hill, who died Saturday, were held at the Hickcox funeral home yesterday afternoon at 2 o'clock with Rev. John Maurice Deyo, pastor of the Congregational church officiating Burial was in Evergreen cemetery.
 Bearers were Edward Oliver, Donald Monroe, John Lukosavage, Peter Martin, Arthur De Bishop and John Winters, all employees of the Connecticut state highway de- partment, in which MT. Cable had Eeen employed for many years.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-08-26

Douglas Dunbar, Jr., is spending several days with his parents, MT. and Mrs. Douglas Dunbar of Main street. He IS a student at AL legheny college.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-08-26

MT. and Mrs. Alfred Boutieller of Farview avenue have had as guests, Mrs. Boutieller's brother, August Duchene, Mrs Duchene and their daughter, Gwendolyn of Washing ton, D. C., and her sister, Mrs. AL fred Alexander. MT. Alexander and Paul Alexander of New Haven.