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The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-05-28
MARINES STUDY
 JAP PANESE; PLAN TRIP TO TOKYO
BY ROBERT 0. MILLER (Unlted Press Staff Correspondent

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 Honolulu, May 2s. - CUP) = The Marines are taking no chances ot getting lost in the suburbs ot Tokyo.
 Nearly 200 of them stationed ct the Pearl Harbor Marine base have enrolled in special course and are being taught the Japanese lan- guage and customs under Lietlten- ant Richard A. Gard, USING.
 The class has the distinction of being the largest and possibly the first of It's kind organized in the present war. Its growth has been SO rapid that already classes have had to be transferred to larger quarters.
 Grew Like TOpsy
 Lieutenant Gard, a graduate from the University of Washington and holder of 8 Masters degree from the University of Hawaii, was pre- vailed upon by small group of Marines to teach them the funda- mentals of the Japanese language which they figured would come in mighty handy when they land in Nippon "a few months hence"
 That was how the class started and like Topsy, it just grew" All the students are volunteers and seated side by side in the class room are aviators, cooks, mechan- ics, engineers and musicians. Com missioned and non-commissioned officers together make up a large portion of the class.
 Gard himself is an authority on Japanese and received his masters degree in Chinese philosophy.
 Plan Booklets Soon
 we've been operating more or less on a hit and miss schedule" Lieutenant Gard said, i've have very few textbooks or dictionaries and have had to irnprovise as we went along. Most of the course IS given on mimeographed sheets which we make up ourselves. We hope to be able to put the lessons out in book form very soon."
 The chief benefits from such a course, the lieutenant explained, are in questioning prisoners, read- ing maps, signs and identifying the various Japanese war weapons and materials.
 Pleas for Textbooks
 The course is divided into sec- tions, some of which are so large Gard has been forced to subdivide them into parts. The class first met in 8 small study room but 1t soon became so popular that larger quar- ters had to be found and with the assistance of Colonel G. D. Jack son, commandant of the Pearl Har- bor Marine barracks, the class was shifted to the mess hall which is set aside each evening for Lieu tenant Gard and his students.
 we are particularly hard pressed for textbooks" Gard said, "and would certainly appreciate any material that folks on the mair- land might have available that we could use. Japanese American dictionaries are particularly in de- mand."
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-05-28
DIONNE QUINTS
 EIGHT TODAY

Callander, ont, May 2s-(UP)- The Dionne 4uintuplets celebrated their eighth birthday today and the biggest feature, % far as they were collectively concerned, was their new hair do--a modern version of the Dutch bob.
 Their hair was cut yesterday, as a birthday gift from their parents.
 Members of the Dionne family will gather for the birthday dinner but no outsiders will attend. There will be five cakes, one each for Yvonne, Marie, Cecile, Annette and Emile.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-05-28
COLLINS PLACED
 ON PROBATION
Restitution Made in Al. legged Worthless Check
 Passing Incident

William J. Collins, 39, of 50 Wa. terville street, charged with obtain. ing money by false pretenses was placed on probation and given g continuance of one month by Judge John L. Gaffney in municipal court today. Collins pleaded guilty tc cashing worthless check for $7 al local Schulte store. Restitution has been made, Prosecutor William K. Lawlor advised the court.
 Alex Koslow of 832 Sutter avenue charged with violating a city ordi- nance was given a continuance to June il. He was arrested by Patrolman Michael Karpelman yes- terday on @ charge of keeping gum and candy vending machines with out c license.
 James Cantwell, 35, of 118 John- son street, charged with intoxica- ton and breach of peace was given continuance to June II.
 Joseph Johnsky, 65, of 176 Bishop street, charged with indecent assault was given a continuance to June II.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-05-28
Rx ETiNFER Q. WALZER

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 New York, May 2S-(UP)-Stocks novde irregularly during early deal- ings today with volume above yes terday;s.
 Strength in motors and eastness in steels stood out in the leading groups. Better demand also was noted for the railroad issues. Utili- ties were about steady and oils steady to firm. Allied Chemical gained more than point. Aircrafts held around the previous close, while airline issues were mixed. Numerous special issues had gains ranging from 1 to more than points.
 General Motors made a new high for the year at 36 5.S up 1-4 and Chrysler held at its 1942 high of 60 1-8 made at the close yesterday. In the steels, national made new low at A IA of 3-4 and small de- clines were noted in U. s. Steel and Bethlehem. Coppers were about steady.
 Bon Ami c lost nearly 5 points
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-05-28
Airplane Industry Is Making Rapid Strides
Chairman of United Aircraft Corp. Says Planes,
 Motors, Superior to Any in World, Being Built

speeding production of both en- zines and frames should be given the automobile industry, which gave its personnel, technical skill and plants. He said production soon would be greater than the airplane industry could have hoped to acc complish by itself in the same period.
 He said the difference in manu- featuring automobiles and airplanes required the automotive industry to take two years to reach full produc- tion. He recalled that Henry Ford, in August, 19O, sent 25 engineers to the Pratt & Whitney engine plant here, where they spent two weeks. It took oFrd almost 20 months to achieve his first engine production program. He said the automotive industry would need a long period, likewise to reach full production of plane frames, but possibly not as long as in the case of engines.
 we were keen about the auto- motive men coming in," Rentschler said. We needed them and the government needed them"
 He believed, however, that there is danger that the automobile in- dustry might force smaller airplane manufacturers out of business Schooled by aircraft builders, the automotive industry represents poe tential postwar competition, he said, but the airplane builders en- gineering should keep them ahead in the field of design.
 Postwar Expansion
 The technical advance of the air. plane industry during the war, he predicted, would lead to vast com- mercial postwar expansion profit ing in the aircraft builders.
 United Aircraft products are Pratt and Whitney engines, Vought- Sikorsky planes of various designs and Hamilton Standard propellers. The Ford, Buick, Chevrolet, aNsh, Kelvinator, Jacobs and Continental companies all are producing Pratt & Whitney engines under license. Nash, Frigidaire, Kelvinator and Remington Rand are turning out propellors and Nash, Kelvinator, Goodyear and Brewster are build ing Vought-Sikorsky planes under license.
 These industries, combined, will represent several billion dollars worth of United Aircraft products annually.
 The corporation has a non-proflt policy on its expanded war produc- tion, Renschler said. Its products are being manufactured under "one-dollar-per- license. Unit ed Aircraft, he said, intends to limit its net profit to about $16,000,00O approximating its 1940 earnings.
 Wage Increases
 The corporation has granted wage increases and incentives to acceler- ating production and had agreed to price reductions aggregating $26,- 100000 saving to the government.
 Rentschler said production of en- zines and propellers has more than kept pace with the production of grames in United Aircraft plants. In terms of horsepower, engine pro- duction now is l5 times that of two years ago.
 United Aircraft volume produc. tion has only recently begun, and their shipments of Pratt & Whitney engines has been less than six per cent of the corporations produc- tion since the emergency began, he said.
 The corporation also is expanding its own production with a new Pratt & Whitney factory at Kan- sas City, Mo.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-05-28
EXTENSION GIVEN
 ON RURAL ROUTE

Washington, D. O., May 2s-Con- gressman Joseph E. Talbot an- nounced today that the post office department in Washington has authorized an extension of Rural Route No. 4, effective July 1, 1942. Talbot had previously submitted the petition for the extension, signed by Ernest A. Stance and others. New rural service will be extended to residents of Pottuccos Ring road, Wolcott road, Munson road and Coe road.
 Advice concerning the authoriza- tion came to Congressman Talbot from Assistant Postmaster General Smith w. Purdum.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-05-28
INSURANCE co.
 OFFICIAL DIES

Springfield, Mass, May 28-(UP) Francis H. Williams, 76, vice-pres- ident and a director of the Spring field Fire & Marine Insurance Co., and holder of similar positions with other insurance and banking firms, died at a hospital today after a brief illness.
 A native of New Haven, Conn, he served as vice-president and direc- tor of the Michigan Fire & Marine Insurance Co.,, of Detroit, the New England Fire Insurance Co.,, of Pittsfield and the Sentinel Fire & Insurance Co. of Springfield. He also was vice-president of the Hol- yoke National Bank and the New England Casualty Insurance Go. of Springfield.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-05-28
OueStiOnnaireS

The local Selective Service boards have begun to receive occu- pational questionnaires filled out by men in the February 16 regis tration. The next batch of forms will go to men in the 45-64 age group, who registered April 27. Eventually the questionraires will go to all draft registrants not in military service.
 Tn the occupational question naires, registrants must give in formation as to any special skills they possess. The forms must be file dout in duplicate and re- turned to the boards within 10 days after receipt.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-05-28
Doing Their Bit

With the current week the last one for sale of war savings stamps in local schools figures for LeavenwOrth high school for the past week were announced this morning by Prof. Charles J. Ramon, in charge of this de- pertinent, as $492.6O.
 Frank WOOdIOck's room pur- chased the largest amount of stamps, to the total of $77.95. Following were James c. Cole mans room $65.05 and Samuel Meyers room, $34.25.
 Total sales for the school year will be announced next week.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-05-28
RAID HOMES or AGENTS
winthrop, WhitehOusc 6 Co.
 Tel 4-3181

East Hartford. Conn, May 2s.-- (UP)--Federal Bureau of Investiga- ton agents and local police yaided the homes of about 20 Italian and German agents in the vicinity of the United Aircraft plant yesterday, con0scating q quantity Of aontHn- band, ie was announced today.
 No arrests were reported, although some 0f the cases were turned over to tho v. & attorneys oGAe&
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-05-28
MEMORIAL PLANS
 HERE COMPLETED
Saturdays Program Not to Start Until 4 p. m. Due
 to So Many Working
PROSPECT Correspondent: Betty Warner, Telephone Naugatuck 284s

Prospect, May 28 - Arthur w Davis, of Terry road, who is chair man for the Memorial day observ- ance has completed final plans for Saturdays ceremonies. MT. Davis states that the only important change in this years observance will be the hour at which it will be started. Due to the fact that many residents are expected to work on Memorial day, events have not been scheduled to get underway un- til late afternoon, at 4:30 p. m.
 As has been usual in the past, the exercises will take place on the Green, and will be followed by a parade to the cemetery, where flow CTS will be placed on the graves of soldiers and taps blown.
 At the exercises on the Green, Father Kochunas, of St. Anthony's church will deliver the memorial will lead those assembled in prayer. address, and Rev. Daryl Williams Choral numbers will be under the direction of Robert Schwenterly, choirmaster of the Congregational church, who will lead a combined choir from both local churches.
 At the conclusion of the cere- monies on the Green, veterans and sons of veterans, and the Boy Scouts will carry flowers and pot ted plants in the parade to the cem- tery, there to be placed on the graves.
 Two new members were added to the Red Cross class in nutrition, now being conducted by Mrs. John S. Staneslow, in the Mixville section. They are Mrs. Clarence Mclean and Mrs. Arthur Dusseault. The group meets each Tuesday evening at o'clock.
 The local rationing board held its second meeting in its newly-built office in the little town hall, last evening. It is expected that the board will release names of those granted tires or retreats, shortly.
 Mrs. John Staneslow was guest speaker before a meeting of the Girl Scouts at the Third Church, Waterbury, last evening. Nutrition" was the subject of the talk she de- livered.
 It is learned that progress on the new school addition has been tenn porarily halted, pending receipt of priority orders from the OPM. It is understood that the plans and spec ifications, which 1t was necessary to make up anew to comply with government restrictions on certain materials, and the necessity to cut down to three room building, have all been completed. It is now nec- essary to await arrival of priority approval, before asking bids from contractors on the various materials and cor Bon work.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-05-28
Compensation Agreements

The following compensation agreements which provide weekly payments during disability have been approved at the office of Compensation Commissioner John ). O'COnnell:
 Amos Gillette of TorrinRtOn against TOrringtOn Ice Co.,. SI5.36 beginning April 27, IaceratiOn of right hand and index and middle fingers, and fracture of hand bones.
 Rose TOtinO of 77 Phoenix av- enue, Waterbury, against Autyre O., of OakviIIes $1O.95 beginning April IF, confused IaceratiOns of index and middle fingers.
 Andrew RablnkO of TorringtOu against Hendey Machine Co, of TorringtOn, $17.27 beginnine g March 1. injury to index finger of left hand.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-05-28
HE WON'T FIGHT

Campton. N. H., May 2S-(UP)- Francis Bedding Walton, a Greek and Latin instructor at Williams college, joined other conscientious objectors in an internment camp here today.
 A native of Merton, Pa., walton is 8 Quaker and objected to bearing arms, his draft board said when he left Williamstown, Mass, yesterday
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-05-28
Tranfers

A special meeting of the board of finance will be held at the mayors office tomorrow noon to approve a number of intra- departmental transfers of funds.
 The board will also be aclled on to approve bills for payment in order to take advantage of the discount period.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-05-28
Demands Accounting

Adele Comcowich of Waterbury has filed a 5000 civil action in superior court against Michael and Mary zaparyniuk of Trenton, N. J. She claims that she depos- tied 5000 between July l, 1919 and July 1, 1924 with the defen- dants who promised to invest the money for her and repay 1t on demand with interest. According to the complaint, the defendants have refused to make an &C., counting of the money or pay it. An accounting and judgment are requested by the petitioner.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-05-28
Garage Damaged

The roof of 8 garage at l53 Leff1ngwell avenue owned by Mrs. Mary Johnson, was damaged by fire at 7:45 this morning. Fire Marshal Dennis J. Lahey said the fire apparently started in a car parked in the garage. He said the blaze started from a cigarette butt dropped by someone who had slept in the car. Engines 1 and 6, Truck ? and the booster answered the alarm.
 The rear window of the car was blown out by the heat created by the blaze.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-05-28
NEW HAVEN TO HEAR ROSS AND PULLMAN

The Swedish Harmony group of Waterbury has been invited to par ticipate in musical arranged for the benefit of the New Haven chap ter American Red Cross. The event sponsored by the High Standard Mfg. Company of New Haven, will feature the appearance of Charles Kullman, noted New Haven artist of the Metropolitan Opera associa- tion and Lanny Ross, well known radio singer. The program will be staged in the New Haven Arena Saturday, June 13.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-05-28
FREE LEGAL HELP
 TO ENLISTED MEN

Hartford, Conn, May 28-(UP)- The Hartford County Bar associa- ton announced today that, starting next week, it would provide free legal services for the enlisted men at Bradley Field Air base, Windsor Locks.
 The services will include defense in both civil and criminal actions, 1t was announced.
 Lawyers will go to the air base to see their clients rather than have the soldiers come into town, 1t was said.
 The service was believed the first of its kind in the United States
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-05-28
SPOTLIGH7ZNG G-- Brass City News
Visiting Guests

Two Lewiston, Maine, boys who were befriended by local police last night when plans for a trip to New York broke down remained at headquarters today while ef- forts were being made to contact their parents through Maine po- lice.
 A wire was sent to Lewiston by local police last night.
 The two boys had five pennies between them when Officer John Sasso, on duty in the center last night, came to their rescue. They were fed and given shelter at headquarters.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-05-28
NEW HAVEN MAN
 STABBED TO DEATH

New Haven, Conn, May 28.-(UP) Howard J. McCleve was found stabbed to death today at his home and the coroner ordered his wife, Rene, held for questioning.
 McCleve was dead when an ar1- bulance arrived. He had been kileld by aa carving knife.
 Coroner James J. Corrigan or- dered an autopsy performed and di- rected Mrs. McCleve be held without bond until he completed an inquest.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-05-28
KELLY WILL RUN

Boston, May 28- P)-Former Lieut-Gov. Francis E. Kelly today announced his candidacy for the Democratic nomination for gover- nor.
 Kelly, a 39-year-old Boston law yer who has served on the Fall River finance commission, was defeated for the gubernatorial nomination both in 1888 and 194O.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-05-28
To Honor Winners

Mrs. Warrington, chairman ot the Lades' Auxiliary of the State Defense council, will be the speaker at exercises at the high school as- sembly for awarding of gold and silver American Legion medals to winners of the annual American Legion essay contests.
 Also, on the speakers program will be Thomas Byers, commander of the sixth District American Le- zion, who is chairman of Legion awards, Commander Walter Cotterill of Clifford R. French Post 9. Mrs Sheldon Hoops, president sixth dis zfct auxiliary, and Mrs. Herbert Tfaelove, vice president of the dis rrict. The grammar grade exercises will take place at ? p. m. and the high school exercises at 2:3O. Both will be held in the hgih school audi toriun.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-05-28
E. GAYNOR BRENNAN
 IN NEW POSITION

Hartford. Conn, May 28-C CUP)- Reliable capitol sources said today that State Liquor Control Commis- sioler E. Gaynor Brennan might resign in few weeks to become counsel for the Connecticut whole sale liquor dealers association at si00O0 year.
 Brennan was said to have been of- fered three-year contract.
 Hartford County Commissioner John T. Dunn was reported as a likely successor to Brennan, should the commissioner quit his state job.
 Both are Republicans.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-05-28
A SparkIerl

A large diamond ring was found in Exchange Place yesterday afternoon by Attorney James Mo- Knight, clerk of the court of com- mon pleas. The ring was turned over to Detective Lieut.. John Calvin who is waiting for the owner to identify 1t.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-05-28
1.l VACATIONS

Groton, Conn.,, May 28-(UP)-A majority of workers at the Electric Boat company, which is building submarines, have decided not to take any vacations this year be- cause they want to continue build ing submarines without halt, it was announced today.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-05-28
SUICIDE VERDICT

Torrlngton, Conn. May 2e.--(UP) A verdict of suicide was given to- day In the death of Alfred R. Bern- ard, q, who shot himself in the par. Tor ~ his home last night. Mrs. Bernard and five children were In the room when the shooting oc- cured.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-05-28
ONE P. o. DELIVERY
 SATURDAY MORNING

The local post office wUi not ob- serve the Memorial Day holiday. &C., e0rd!ng to an announcement today by Postmaster Charles A. Bahin, The Saturday morning deliVety wiil be made to all sections of the city and the office will observe the usual Saturday hours. However, there will ke no rural deliveries, the postmas- ter stated.
 The general delivery window will be open until 3 D. H1.. the money order unt'l D. Ia. and the stamp window until . D, m. Saturday.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-05-28
RecOVerS

Harry Bellmore, 55, of 167 Wood street, who was injured yesterday in a fall from scaffold was ex- pected to be discharged from St. Mary's hospital today. Bellmore was working as a carpenter for Joseph DiLeone of 279 Monroe street when he fell.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-05-28
Profits "Taken" "

Samuel s. WOlk, proprietor of a package store at 2l Con- gress avenue was fined S7OO by Judge J. Joseph Smith in fed eral court Tuesday on a charge of evading the floor tax on quantity of liquor.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-05-28
SCHMELTERS GET
 GIFT AT SOCIAL
Woodruff Avenue Couple Rendered HOusewarming
 Party in New Home
lHOM ASTON Correspondent - Harry Lynch, Phone ThOmastOn 166

Thomaston, May 28.-Mr. and Mrs. Walter Schmelter were rendered a surprise housewarming party at their new home on Woodruff ave- que Saturday evening by friends. A fireplace screen was presented the couple. Supper was served after which the guests played cards.
 Attending were: MT. and Mrs Philip Fisher, MT. and Mrs. Mar shall Sangster, MT. and Mrs. Albert Atwood, Mfr. and Mrs. Wendell Barr, MT. and Mrs. H. Keonigsbaur, all of this ctown, and MT. and Mrs. Stephen Madigan of Waterbury.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-05-28
TREASURY BALANCE

Washington, May 2s (UP)--Goy- ernment expenses and receipts for the current fiscal year through May 26th compared with a year ago: This Year Expenses Last YeaH $27,406, ,024,O77.95 $11,07S.s69,646.26
 War Spending $21, e22,S20,4s4.63 $ 5,Sss,624,4e6.73
 Receipts $iO,23O, ,63e,7S1.05 s 6,27O,067,s25.o5 ,,7,oss, s,sss!ss Sst Dss;'1s7 , '41st7ss,s4s.o7ls.
 Cash Balance s s.s7s.sse, ,sOi.77 Si,s5o,1s5,ss4.5S