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The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-12-11
GREEK WAR RELIEF
 ANNOUNCES GIFTS
Food to Be Shipped to Starving Nation; Donors
 Name Revives Memories

.a contribution of $521 from Mrs Maud Howe Elliot, Newport, Rhode Island, daughter of Dr. Samuel Grid. icy Howe. noted philanthropist arc friend of Greece, and Julia Ward Howe, author of the Battle Hymn ot the Republic, is announced by the Greek Wc- Relief Association, 730 Fifth avenue, New York City.
 This gift toward the expenses ol shipping food to the starving people, of Greece was made by Mrs. Elliot in memory of her father, who in tho. 182O's Lord Byron interested in ths struggle of the Greeks for inde-' per rdence from Turkis rule Dr. Howe devoted five years of his life to the cause of the Greeks, serving for a. time as surgeon-in-chief to the Greek fleet. Then, as now, in. mountainous Greece, was was pre- cursor of famine and Dr. Howe came back to America at one time to conduct a drive for relief for the stricken country. His appeal met with generous response and he returned to Greece with shipload of food and clothing.
 Mrs. Elliot's contribution, made in an even more desperate hour of need, was sent through American Friends of Greece, Inc, of which she is member. She also has arl- nounced gift of $500 to the Greek Government in London, in memory of her father, for the establish ment of what will be known as the Lord Byron Fund. She holds the. Greek decoration, Golden Gross of the Redeemer''.
 A large photograph of 8 portrait of pr. Howe in his official Greek Evzone costume hangs in the Execu- tive Room of the Greek War Relief Association. The original portrait Is in the library of Dr. Howe's Alma Mater, Brown University
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-12-11
2 WAVES TO
 GET COMMISSIONS

Northampton, Mass, Dec. H. wPl-Tvepty-two WAVES at the Havy's Smith College Training School received commissions as en- dgns today.
 Among those commissioned were:
 Dorothy D. Merrick, Eastampton; Viola Moore, Arlington; Dorothy H. Pond, Holliston; Mary M. Reed, Belmont; Ann P. White, Bradford Margery A. Williams. (56 Williams 'treet) Worcester: Helen H. Bacon, Peace Dale, R. T.; Margaret s. Gil- nan, GA East Manning street. Providence, R. T.; Marcia D. Post, .21i Hope street.. Providence. and Marjorie Boynton. (291 Liberty itreet, Meriden, Conn.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-12-11
ARMY COMMENDS
 FIRE-FlCHTERS
Rescue Work at Boston Restaurant Wins Praise
 of Commanding General

Twenty-eight soldiers, four officers and 24 military policemen, have re- ceived Army commendation for theil rescue and relief work at the Cocoa. nut Grove night club fire.
 The four officers were praised ir letters from Major General Sher- man Miles, commanding general oi the First Service Command. They were:
 Col. Henry E. Kelley and "othel officers of the general dispensary' for administering medical aid to the injured at the scene of the fire, and in visiting all hospitals and morgues for the purpose of assisting in the Identification of Army personnel"
 Maj. Armand J. LamoureauX, heac of the Military Police attached to Headquarters First Service Com mand in Boston, flor the excellent manner in which you cooperateo with the Boston police and fire de- partment officials" and for his prompt action in proceeding to the scene of the fire immediately upon notification"
 It. Edward J. Vinnicombe, Jr. aide to General Miles. for "the mer- itorious manner in which you coop erated with the Boston police and fire department officials" and in re moving the dead and injured".
 It. John s. c. Peck, Jr., of Head quarters Management branch in Boston, whose commendation fol- lowed closely the wording given to Lieutenant Vinnicombe.
 The 24 military policemen received letters of commendation from their commanding officer, Major Lamour- eaux Letters were also sent to the 704th Military Police and to the Me- grom Military Police for their as- sistance during the later stages of the relief work.
 All of these letters are included in the mems service record.
 A typical letter is that sent to Major Lamoureaux:
 T. I desire to commend you for the excellent manner in which you cooperated with the Boston police d11O HI OCpd1 UlAlCllU Oll4Cld4o Oul HE the fire at the Cocoanut Grove night club, Boston, Massachusetts, on the evening of November 28, 1942.
 g. Your prompt action in pro- ceeding to the scene of the fire im- mediately upon notification thereof and in dispatching all military police and personnel and vehicles at your disposal, together with blankets and sheets. aided materially in main- taining order and in removing the dead and injured from the burning building. Your action in vistng all hospitals and morgues for the pur- pose of assisting in the identifica- tion of military personnel was of great help to civilian authorities.
 8. Your devoton to duty with total disregard of hours or personal considerations and the efficient manner in which you carried out your duties reflect credit upon the Army of the United States.
 4. A copy of this letter of com- mendation will be attached to your next efficiency report.
 (Signed) SHERMAN MILES,
 Major General. United States
 Army, Commanding"
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-12-11
BUTTER RATIONS ARE TINTED AT

ney York, Dec. 11.-(UP)-Mar- ket authorities, citing decrease in New York. butter storage stocks to one-third that of year ago, said today that butter might be added to the list of rationed goods by the first of the year.
 The butter outlook for New York city is pretty bad and will be for some time to come" declared Louis 2. Champlin, senior marketing specialist in charge of market news for the U. S. Department of Agri- culture. There is little prospect for improvement for perhaps long time. The situation is quite criti- cal"
 Champlin said the city's storage ;otal on December g, 1941, was 18,- ,36,23l pounds. compared with a to- al of 5,654,705 pounds this year.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-12-11
ARMY PROTESTS
 FOOD DELEGATION

Washington, Dec. II - U.P) = High-ranking Army officials were reported today to have protested the delegation to Food Administrator Claude R. Wickard of authority to tell the Army just how much food and what kinds = it may buy.
 One senator said the Army, which always has bought food as it saw fit. was determined not to let this traditional prerogatiye slip into civ- llian hands.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-12-11
WOMEN'S PARTY AT
 WATERBURY CLUB

The annual Christmas party of the Waterbury Women's Democratic Club will be held in the Waterbury Club, instead of the Hotel Elton, as previously announced.
 The event is scheduled to be held next Tuesday, Dec. i5.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-12-11
KAISER EXTENDS HIS SHIP cos.

New York, Dec. H. CUP)-The "six companies" of which Henry J. Kaiser is the dominant figure, held control today of the Crocker- Wheel CT Electric Manufacturing Co.,, ex- banding its ship construction to the east coast.
 The west coast federation obtained the assets and business of the com- pany for s. 100000 in cash through the Joshua Hendy Iron Works of Sunnyvale. Calf, of which the "six companies" and its associates are the sole stockholders.
 It was reported that the United States maritime commission fur nished approximately one-half of the funds for the purchase.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-12-11
CROSBY PUPILS
 INVEST S1,2OO
2l Session Rooms Given 100 Per Cent Standing
 in War Stamps

Pupils of q session rooms al Crosby high school participated 100 per cent this week in the purchase of war stamps, it was announced today. Remnants were awarded tc them. Students in Room 109A which achieved the 100 per cent standing for the 10th week, were awarded badges with ten gold stars
 Total sales this week amounted to $1,200. The junior class led with purchase of $550.35 worth Sales in other classes were as fol- lows: Freshmen $262.3O; sophomore $262; senior, $125.05. A total oi 1929 pupils participated and 4,88e stamps figured in the transaction The grand total in the sale is $8,440.20.
 Miss Kathryn Hayes room led this week. with sales of $107.95 Other leading rooms were as fol- lows: Miss Mary Louise Parsons $102.75; Clarence Tappin, $95.6O; John Delaney, $78.90; Miss Cath erine Connor, $63.7O; Miss Mildred N1ouuy, Soz.I0, ana MISS GerCruQe Traurig, $4S.20.
 Sales this week were the highest since the program was inaugurated at the high school, and the number of students participating is the largest to date.
 Session rooms which achieved 100 per cent are those of the following teachers: Miss Dorothy Crawford, John Delaney. Martin Mcdonald, James Murphy. Miss Julie Sullivan, Roy Walch, Miss Kathleen Fitz- gerald, Miss Helen Haugh, Miss Kathryn Hayes, Miss Josephine Menotti, Miss Ethel Salmon, Sher- man Smith, Clarence Tappin. Miss Julia Hayes, Miss Mary Louise Parsons, James Doran and Miss Jane Given.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-12-11
SAN FRANCISCO
 HOME FROM WARS
Gallant Cruiser to Be Sig
 nally HOnOred at Her Name City
By ROGER JOHNSON
jnitde Press Staff Correspondent

Ntnktue FreSS StaH COrreSpOn0ent)
 San Francisco, Dec. 11-UP)- The gallant cruiser San Francisco conqueror of Japanese battleship and leader of an American squad ron that helped destroy 28 enemy ships off the Solomons, came home today for repairs and 8 heros welcome.
 Sailing through the Golden Gate under her won power, the 9,950-tor heavy cruiser returned to her name city to receive the first decoration for heroism awarded any U. s. cmo- batant ship in this war.
 Tn San Francisco was flagship for Rear Admiral Daniel J. Gala ghaE, who with Capt, Cassin Young was killed on the bridge during a furious, close-range battle with two columns of Japanese warships.
 In this battle-possibly the great est surface engagement since Jut- tand-an all-out Japanese attempt 70 reinforce and recapture Guadal- canal was repulsed. Fighting lasted from November 13 to 15.
 Outgunned and outnumbered, the San Francisco and her fellow fight Ing ships smashed forward into the midst of the invading Japanese dotillas and defeated the enemy at point blank range shortly after midnight November IS.
 The San Francisco blew up Jap- anese cruiser, sank destroyer and heavily damaged an enemy battle ship with 18 hits at 2,000 yards range in wha tamounted to a toe to-toe slugging match.
 The San Francisco silenced the battleship's guns and made 1t pos- sible for American destroyers to administer the coup d'granc on the battered Nipponese dreadnaught.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-12-11

For the three months ending De- cember 31, 1942, the Palestine Gov ernment has granted to the Jewish Agency for Palestine 5000 immigra- tion certificates. 1000 are intended for French refugee children. 2,OOO are for principal immigrants" per- hitting the entry of wife and chil- dren with the head of the family. The Jewish Agency, considering the plight of French refugees, has allo- cated 1000 of these certificates to French refugees at present in North Africa. The Government, in an- nouncing the quota, pointed out that between April 1, 1899 and Sep tember 30, 1942, 38,002 Jewish immi- grants arrived in Palestine. In the same period the Jewish Agency,
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-12-11
FALL IN CABIN
 PROVES FATAL

Pittsfield, Mass, Dec. 11.-(UP)- Francis T. Stewart, 54, Lanesboro recluse, died at a hospital here to- day from injuries apparently suf- fered in fall in his cabin Wed- nesday night.
 Finding of a blood stained stick beside Stewart suggested possible foul play, but State Police It. John F. Horgan said today this theory was discounted by the subsequent discovery of a pig which Stewart had slaughtered.
 Stewart was a son of Dr. Anthony w. Stewart, Pittsfield Veterinarian.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-12-11
BY JAMES CHAMBERS limited Press Staff COrrespondentl


 London. Dec. 11-CUP)- Heavy bombing of Italys northern indus trial cities appeared likely today to pay increasing dividends until and unless Premier Benito MusSo- lini's German ally can set up strong anti-aircraft and fighter defenses all the way across France.
 It was a year ago today that Italy declared war on the United States, and Americas air force is beginning to work on southern Italian objectiveS.
 Reports from neutrals within Italy, from the Axis radios and from authoritative sources close to the Axis in such neutral capitals as Ankara, indicate that Italy is un- dergoing general popular unrest and fear, with her war and indus trial output heavily reduced by air raids. Mass evacuation of women, children and the aged is in prog ress. MuSsolini has placed all indus triSl workers under virtual martial law.
 I tlt AOLluOLl Odlly MdlA 4SPOA HSd today a peace demonstration by 100000 Romans around Pope Plus outside St. Peters. Dispatches from Rome to neutral capitals, passed by Italian censors, reported the demonstration, the Daily Mail said, and also that police had been helpless and did not interfere.
 Recapitulation of the success of the British air forces home-based offensive against Italy clearly un- deriined Italian lack of defensive preparation. In the view of some observers the score indicated that Adolf Hitler did not have enough night fighters and anti-aircraft guns to give Italy any important help at present.
 There have been IA night raids and one by day on Turin, Genoa and Milan since Gen. Sir Bernard L. Montgomery began his offensive in October against the Afrika Korps at Fl Alamein.
 Despite natural obstacles the long distance to the targets, the
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-12-11
SCOVILL EMPLOYES
 BALLOTINC TODAY
Sullivan, Graveline Can- didates for Presidency
 of Local Unit

Members of the Scovill local Mine Mill and Shelter Workers Union, were going to the polls today at union headquarters, 95 Bank street, to elect new officers. Balloting will end at p. m.
 Candidates for president were Jo- seph Graveline, charged with being a supporter of the Reid Robinson wing, and James Sullivan, who has the backing of retiring President Dennis McGrath.
 Like the Chase local the Scovill unit has been split over charges that its organizers have Communist leanings.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-12-11
WAR PRODUCTION
 UP TO ARMY, NAVY
These Services Have Final Responsibility Says
 President

Washington, Dec. 11-(UP)-Pres- ident Roosevelt said today that the Army and Navy have final responsi- bility for determining what is ab- solutely essential in the American war production program.
 The president was asked at a press conference whether he plan- ned to issue directive giving top priority to materials needed in building synthetic rubber plants. Rubber Director William M. Jeffers had said these plants are being de- layed by lack of certain machinery.
 MT. Roosevelt explained that be- cause of the conflicting essentially ton program, the final determina- tion as to what is most needed bod to remain with the Army and Navy.
 The problem of giving first one phase of the production program and then another the go ahead on use of strategic materials must ne- cessarily be left to the experts, he continued, adding that he certainly could not be classed as such an ex- pert.
 He took as an example the ques- tion of machinery for a synthetic rubber plant. He said that it is necessary for airplanes to have tires, but awfully important that the planes have high octane gasoline Plants to produce this gasoline re- qure some equipment like that needed for rubber plants.
 The final decision in such a case must be made by the leaders of the Army and Navy because of the pri- mary importance of their needs.
 In response to a question, he said that the military had no responsi- bility, however, for such civilian questions as civilian use of synthetic rubber.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-12-11
WLB TO SEND
 DISPUTE TO F.D.R.

Washington, Dec. 1-(UP)-The War Labor Board today was ex- pected to send the Montgomery Ward & Go. maintenance of mem- bership dispute back to President Roosevelt for the second time.
 The company president, Sewell Avery. again refused to sign a new contract with the Wholesale and Retail Clerks (CIO) although it in- cluded a modified version of a membership clause. He said, how ever, that wards would accept the boards ruling if MT. Roosevelt di- rected 1t.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-12-11
CHESTER CUTHEL
 DIES IN NORWALK

Norwalk, Conn. Dec. 11.-(UP)-- Chester w. Cuthell, 58, corporation counsel who received the Distin- guished Service Medal and was made a member of the French Legion of Honor for his work in negotiating inter-governmental fi- uancial settlements after the first World War, died today in Norwalk General hospital.
 He was a resident of New York City until last year, when he moved to South Ncrwalk. Funeral services will be held Monday at New York.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-12-11
OLD RESIDENT DEAD

New Haven, Conn, Dec. 11-(UP) Mrs. Sarah A. Clark, 105, believed to be one of the oldest residents in Connecticut, died late yesterday after an illness. She was the oldest registered voter. in the city. She voted last month by absentee ballot.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-12-11
Raids On Italy Are
 Bringing Dividends
Unrest, Fear Spreading Throughout Nation; Only
 Strong Defense Can Save Country

Alps to be crossed, and the wealth er-the RATS total loss has been just 27 planes.
 That is considerably less than one per cent of the total of raid- ing planes-an amazing figure as compared to the estimated loss of near five per cent in raids on Ger many.
 Tass, official Russian ne WIS agency, reported yesterday that re- liable estimates from within Italy indicated Italian industrial produc- tion had been cut 50 per cent in the last month by the bombings.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-12-11
TREASURY BALANCE

Washington, Dec. 11-UP)-Gov-' ernment expenses and receipts for the current fiscal year through Dec. 9th, compared with a year ago: This Year Expenses Last Year $30,544,32S,76s.20 s9.745,S47,662.04,
 War Spending $2s,1o5,266,249.26 $7,05o.2s7.471.ss.
 Receipts : 6,624,395,593.01 $3,254,406, ,2S6.44
 Net Deficit $24,s17,45s.025.1s $6.43s,24s.o25.sO
 Cash Balance $ 5,297,349,1567O $2,0O2,582,0 ,065.s1
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-12-11
GETS STx-YEAR TERM

Winsted, Conn, Dec. II - U-P0 Leo Barber, 31. today began six rear's states prison term on two counts of breaking and entering ant two counts of theft of automobile tires. He was found, guilty by a Superior Court jury.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-12-11
Stocks Fluctuate
 In Narrow Range
Changes of More Than Point Only in Few Special
 Issues; Some New Highs Registered

s. Rubber preferred and Superior Steel Corpoation.
 Boston, Dec. 11.-(UP)--An order issued by the War Production Board increased the quota of wool avail able for worsteds for civilian use about 50 per cent, the U. s. Agricul- ture Department reported today.
 Quotas for woolens remained url- changed. This order is effective iIn- mediately and expires July 1, l943. Sales of domestic wools in the Boston Market were mostly of clean up lots of small volume at un- changed prices.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-12-11
BABY DROWNED

Canton, Conn, Dec. 11-(UP) - Joelle E. Delaney, ?, was drowned late yesterday when she fell through thin Ice into a small pond near her home.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-12-11

An Oslo, Norway. librarian claims to have invented an ersatz choco- late from fish,
The Daily Alaska empire. [volume] (Juneau, Alaska) 1926-1964, 1942-03-16
INVESTIGATE
RESIGNATION
OF GUTHRIE
Nelson Charges Personal
Conflicts Impede
War Effort

WASHINGTON, March l6--War
Production Board Chairman Dom
aid Nelson said today that per-
sonal conflicts" between Robert
Guthrie and members of Guthrie's
staff of the Textiles Division "im-
peded that part of the war produc-
ton effort
In a letter to Chairman Harry
S. Truman, heading a Senate in
vestigating committee, Nelson asked
the committee to inquire into the
facts surrounding Guthrie's resig-
nation from the War Production
Board.
According to Guthrie's subsequent
statement, "indecision, resistance
and caution OF the other repre-
sentatives of the industry working
within the WPB led him to re-
sign.
Truman read a portion of the
letter after Senator John H. Bank
head told the Senate that if results
couldn't be obtained otherwise, the
Government ought to draft man
power. take over industrial plants
and bring about round the-clock
war production.
The Daily Alaska empire. [volume] (Juneau, Alaska) 1926-1964, 1942-03-16

Boeing plant at Seattle, he gained
shop experience in ffveting, metal
fitting and machine shop opera
ton. Turning to tool design on
the original Army Flying Fortress
and the first Boeing Clippers, his
ability was recognized and he was
appointed Superintendent of the
Boeing Canadian plant until 1888.
Returning to Boeing as Produc-
ton Manager, he held that position
until he came to Vultee Field in
1910 as superintendent, followed by
the position as Works Manager, and
shortly after as General Manager
Charles w. Perelle's father was
foreman at the Chichagof mines in
Alaska, where Charles Junior spent
his school and college vacations
working as miner.
Accompanied by Mrs. Perelle and
baby, Mr.. Perelle left Vultee Field
last week for San Diego. His last
day at the plant was an ovation, as
high officials as well as men and
women from the plant personally
expressed to him their best wishes
for continued success.
The Daily Alaska empire. [volume] (Juneau, Alaska) 1926-1964, 1942-03-16
NAVAL BASES
ARE MANNED
IN SIBERIA
Battle Orders Issued-Can
Be Put Into Instant
Operation

LONDON, March 16 - Russia's
well-armed Siberian forces are
manning naval bases. ready for in
slant action against a Japanese at
tack, which Chungking advices in
dictate might be launched in the
near future.
British reports said that a dis
patch from Stockholm in the Daily
Mail said the Soviets have issued
battle orders which can be put in
to instant operation"
These Siberian naval stations are
at Vladivostok, across the sea from
Japan and Nikolaevsk, about 1000
miles up the Russian cost at the
mouth of the Amur River, opposite
the northern Russian-owned half of
Sakhalin Island.
The Daily Mail quoted the Swed-
ish press as saying that the jap
anese army in Manchukuo has been
increased to more than million
troops, and said that Soviet au-
thorities in the Swedish capital
laugh at even a million Japanese
constituting serious menace when
the independent Far Eastern Soviet
army numbers million and half
normally
The Daily Alaska empire. [volume] (Juneau, Alaska) 1926-1964, 1942-03-16
RED ARMY
IN SMASH
ON NAzIS
German Fortifildtions At.
tdeked-Reeapture Of
Khdrkov Imminent

MOSCOW, March 16-Soviet
forces have smashed through Ger
man Notifications on the Kharkov-
Kursk- Orel front below Moscow, and
recaptured numerous villages. The
Soviet forces are on the approaches
of Kharkov itself, the Pittsburgh
of the Ukraine.
The Russian Command reports
that indications are the recapture
of Kharkov is imminent.
Furious battles are flaming in the
Ukraine and Donets River Basin
where numerous Germans have
been captured and many hundreds
killed
Many Junior German officers are
said to have surrendered.
The Daily Alaska empire. [volume] (Juneau, Alaska) 1926-1964, 1942-03-16
United States NOT About
For War But Getting There;
Busy Scenes Are Reported
BY JACK sTINNETT

WASHINGTON, March IT. - is
the United States about for war?
The answer is an emphatic mo-.
The most enthusiastic optimists
around these parts will tell you
that. But we are coming along.
In the Pennsylvania station in
New York City the other day, it
looked like the subway at "quittin'
time except that the subways
never saw the day when any sta
ton Hobbies were cluttered with
temporary ticket booths.
On the Jersey Flats, score of
amateur and professional junk men
were picking over the rusty bones
CT the city dumps and hauling out
everything that looked like salvage
metal.
1t was a cloudy soggy day and
thick smoke hung over the indus
trial cities north and south (f
Newark.
One of the nations largest radi-
ator (heating) companies was 60
ing full steam, it's thousands of