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Detroit evening times. (Detroit, Mich) 1921-1958, 1943-08-12
REDTCE WORK WEEK

Gen Carlo Tavagasta, war pro-
duction minister. reduced the
Italian work week from u hours
seven days a week 10 eight hours
six days A week
A reduced flow of coal and raw
materials from Germany was be-
lieved partly responsible for the
order, but TavaGasta described
the action as the first step to-
ward a gradual changeover in
Italian economy from a war to a
peacetme arrangement
"Similar steps will he taken
along the same lines" he added
Significantly
Detroit evening times. (Detroit, Mich) 1921-1958, 1943-08-12
Halls Food
Delivery 10 Ndzis
In Peace Move

BERNE Switzerland. Aug -
(UP)-Italy has halted all deliv-
cries of food and var material 20
Germany and has put its industry
hack on an eight-hour day as the
first step toward a peacetIme
arrangement, an Italian frontier
dispatch said today
Shipments 10 Germany were
suspended Temporarily by the
Italian commerce ministry. from
tier reports said 1t also was ru-
mored that numerous freight
trains from Germany. loaded with
raw materials for Italy, had been
Sidetracked at ChlaSSo, on the
Italian-SwisS frontier, by last
minute orders from Berlin.
Detroit evening times. (Detroit, Mich) 1921-1958, 1943-08-12

strange place il would be-ths State of ours-f our
splendid sooomie network Of surfaced highways suddenly
ceased 10 exist
great many communities inside OF Miohgans 2300-mile
long shoelne would be isolated. Others would find it
infinitely difficult carry the ordinary
daily actvites-with trucks the move, or
buses taking workers plants and farms, soldiers
camp and home Through business travellers to nearby
communities, children to school,
We in Michigan take for granted the
OF excellent roads-bu these highways didn't just grow
Building and maintaining them is tremendous job and
for achieving this successfully thank past and pres
administrations and particularly the Michigan State
Highway Department
That isn't the whole story however Transforming these
lfeless ribbons of and macadam into live active
arteries of public transportation has been the accomplish
of the Michigan Public Service Commission. They've
given State transportation system that compares
fsvorably with any other in the country.
As fellow citizens of Michigan the Greyhound Lines have
made very large contribution in the form of license fuel
operating taxes-but feel that greatest service
and good neiehbors OF all the communities
throughout the State.
GREYHOUND TERMINAL
- Warrington Blvd. a Grand Rver-cA 5000
xOW Windsor Terminal a London St. Tel. ''''''
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The Waterbury Democrat., 1943-01-18
EMPLOYES LISTED
 ON HONOR ROLL
Fifty-seven From Eastern Malleable Iron Company
 Are Included

Naugatuck, Jar. 18--An honor roll containing the names of 57 employees of the Eastern Malleable Iron Co.,, now serving in the armed forces has been erected on the grass plot in front of the office. Because of the pressure of war business there were no formal ceremonies dedicat- ing the honor roll. t%
 The names on the honor roll are as follows:
 Ernest Betothy, Marian ChIniel- ewski, Leslie Miller, Bernard Mar shall, Edwin Rajotte, Antonio Sar- bieski, Bronislaw Szinalc, Stanley Rojowski, Ernest Erickson, William Grabowski, Fred Pregano, Stanley Puirkowski. Frank Janicki, Daniel Douglas, Satino Cardillo, Frank Wojcak, Joseph Kirdbik, Walter Jurewicz, Joseph SwierbitoWicz, Chester Czarcasty, Walter Czarcasty, William Wanciak, Chester JasinSki, Charles Hoinsky, Joseph Lusas, Bonnie Naistico, Phillip Holihan, Joseph Landry, Walter Slomziski, Joaquin Rodrigues, Gerald Stefan elli, John Canonico, Robert Tetrault, Memo Rappi, Edward Rutkowski, tSanley Korpusik, Walter Olszewski, Edward Rourke, Stephen Adamsky, Fibre Buonocore, Anthony Bucci, Bartholomew Sheridan, James En- bardo, Stanley Laguna, Joseph Dar- ralunas, Barnardino Borzino, Peter Zaido, Andre Hebert, Joseph Jan- uska, Stanley Truchot, John Urbano, John Stodes, Alex Krulikowski, AL phonse Lagownik, Zanvil Kaplan. Fred Vaccaro, Stanley Jackiewicz.
 Named To Serve
 President of the Brotherhood of the Salem Lutheran church has an- nollnced the committee named to serve for the following year. Pro- gram, I. V. Olson; Edward Gerber, Conrad Rohs and Victor N. Peter son; refreshments, Arthur Parsons, Henry Johnson, David LorentZn and Clayton Siequist; publicity, Rev. William R. Frendberg and John Gisslander and nominating commit tee, Joseph Carlson, Gunnard Pet erson and Arthur Lorentzson.
 On FurIOugh
 Pvt. Edward Adamski, son of MT. and Mrs. Bronislaw Adamski of 246 Johnson street. spent a f1ve-day fur tough with his parents. Pvt. Adam ski returned to his station with the military police at Albany, N. Y., to- day Pvt. Frank Adamski, son of MT. and Mrs. Bronislaw Adamski of PAS Johnson street is spending a To-day furlough with his wife, Mrs. Frank Adamski of Johnson street. He will return to his station with the Signal Corps at Redbank, N. J., next Sunday.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1943-01-18

ing differential and intergral calcu- Jus and Q year of college physics. These men are appointed aviation cadets and study a year at college, and are then commissioned as sec
 Type B is for men 18 to 30 who arr citizens and who have com pleted one year o: college, including college algebra and analytic ge- ometry. They are given SAX ronths of college raining to qualify them for type A with status of privates in the Air Corps with pay of $50 month plus 2.3S a day for rations ana quarters. They then go on avaiation Ladet status and type A training.
 Type c is for men 1S to 21 who are citizens and who have had three and a half years of high school including two years of high school algebra, one year of plane geometry and one year of high school science. They are given a year of college training to qualify them for type A with status of pri- yates in type B.
 4NCW 1AI1BA1AlA CVAAC6C0 6AVAA6 oASAA training include Bowdoin and Am herst. Futher detailed information on these three courses and method of procedure may be obtained from MT. Pasho or William J. Lalcr, sec retary of the Naugatuck committee.
 Other enlistment opportunities are open to men 38 years and over who can qualify as specialists. Ordnance department: Men S8 to A inclusive who are instrument re- pairmen, electricians or radial en- zine mechanics, can enlist. Male stenographers: Men 38 to A inclu- sive who can take shorthand 90 words a minute and type 30 words minute can enlist even if they are physically qualified for limited military service. Signal Corps: Men 38 to A inclusive, who have experi- ence in telephone, telegraph or radio work, can enlist. Air Corps: Men S8 to 49 inclusive who are radio operators or radio mechanics,
 an enlist if qualified for general military service.
 l. Up to the present time, the . Women'S Army Auxillary corps mas been small scale enterprise. The authorized size of the Women's Corps is now 150, which gives New England 8 quota of 1000 to be filled in the next three months. There is a particular need for enrolment in the Women's Corps, Maj. Gen. sherman Miles of the First Service Command has reported to MT. Pasho. Women who know foreign languages are especially needed. Their services will be in cryptogra- phy, communications, interpreting and related duties. Applicants should present written evidence of their qualifications. Age limits are .2l to A inclusive. American citi- zenship is required. There is no formal education required and op.- portunities for advancement and commissions are excellent after four weeks of training. Application blanks and booklets may be pro- cured from MT. Pasho or MT. Lalor.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1943-01-18
RESIDENT HAS
 SLIGHT INJURY
Mrs. Steffie KOskOwski h. jured in Minor Auto Ac-
 cident Saturday

Naugatuck, Jan. 18--A slight hcs1 injury was received by Mrs, Stetfie Koskowski' of 157 Ward street, ca Saturday afternoon as the result cs a minor auto accident, yet neither one of the autos involved strueS her.
 Mrs. ,Koskowski was knocked tu the pavement by her daughts. Stella, who had been pushed by oi, of the autos, Patrolnan Ha1-;s Burke, who investigated said tbat an auto operated by Ralph PasA1 was approaching the intersection | Maple and Water streets, proceec- ing east. He attempted to stop pu- lice said to avoid hitting an au . operated by Howard Wilson of R. we're street, Waterbury, who hs3 crossed the Whittemore Memori. | bridge and was turning left at tka rotary traffic sign to go south ci Water street.
 MT. Pasho's auto failed to ste ) and he hit wilson's auto, 1t was ar nounced by police Wilson's auto pushed Miss Koskowski, but d'd not injure her, according to the pc lice version. She in turn pushe l against her mother, who lost hcs footing on the icy pavement, an | fell. Mrs. Koskowski was treated by Dr. V. P. Duffy and taken home. No arrests were made. Both autss 5 were slightly damaged ! t
The Waterbury Democrat., 1943-01-18
New Branch In Aviation Outlined
Book Drive Opened
 Sunday In Town
Committee States Nature of Project Which Will
 Furnish Books to Soldiers in the U. s. Service

Miss Jessie DeShong of the Amer ican Library Association, chairman of sorting and grading; Miss Helen G. Moroney, Mrs. Robert V. An- derson and Mrs. Ford Wulfeck of Civilian Defense. Miss Moroney will be in charge of the collecting. Mrs. Anderson will act as secretary of the committee and Mrs. Wulfeck will be in charge of publicity. War den Leo J. Brophy will represent the borough on the general com mittee.
 The slogan of the campaign is "The Book You Want Is The Book To Give" Mrs. Zonino said that during this campaign it is hoped that books of quality will be re- ceived. By quality, it was explained, the books should be in first class condition and the reading matter should be something which will in- terest the men in the service. Any of the best sellers published since 1880 are desired. All grammar books of foreign languages are needed as are scientific and technical books published since 1885. On the lighter side, 1t was said, the soldiers are interested in good detective and mystery stories. High school and college text books are acceptable as are books on games.
 Mrs. Zonino has announced that books may be left at any of the nlIi,lic Or Yar0chial schools or at the libraries. Those who wish to do- nate more books than can be easily carried to any of these places are advised to dial 5304 and arrange ments will be made to pick the books up. School children will car- " books from their neighborhood to the schools.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1943-01-18
TRUCKS TO RETAIN
 LICENSE MARKERS
Change of Numerals Me- Cessary for All COmmer-
 ciaI Vehicles

Commercial vehicles will retain their old license marker plates this year. according to an announcement made today by Mrs. Alice Bradley, supervisor of the local motor vehi- cle department. A set of tags bear ing the numeral 8" will be issued to all registered car owners to affiX over the last numeral at the lower right hand corner.
 February 45 has been set as the deadline for mail order registration while the closing date for 1943 reg istration has been scheduled for March 1. Applications should be made at the local office and not in Hartford, the supervisor stated.
 The local office in addition to serving Waterbury is headquarters for the following towns: Beacon Falls, Bethlehem, Cheshire, West Cheshire, Lakeside. Middlebury, Morris. Naugatuck, Oxford. Oakville Prospect, South Britain, Southbury, Thomaston, Union City, Woodbury, Wolcott, Waterville, and Water town.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1943-01-18

different than the procedure of other years. Rev. Arthur F. Lewis, rector, will conduct the short serv- ice to be held in connection with the meeting and will install the of- flcers' and chairmen of the commit tees. Mrs. w. H. Stahl, vice presi- dent, will preside. The nominat- ing committee is composed of Mrs. Lyman Lamphere and Mrs. Clarence E Finniman.
 Annual reports will be given at the second part of the meeting to be held in the parish house. Officers to report are: Miss Jane Twitchell, recording secretary; Mrs. A. F. Lewis, corresponding secretary; Mrs. George A. Barwick, white envelope treasurer; Mrs. William J. Noble, Jr., United Thank offering treasurer; Mrs. Finniman, chairman of the church social and publicity commit tees; Mrs. J. w. Briggs. church SUD- ply chairman; Mrs. Alfred Huband chairman of the hospitality commit tee; and Mrs. Mildred B Hair, chairman of church publications.
 Tn charge of the tea after the meeting will be Mrs. Huban, Mrs Jesse Howell and Mrs. w. F. Lutz All women of the church are invited
The Waterbury Democrat., 1943-01-18
ASK
 FOR MEMBERSHIP
Sign Up for Rangers a Unit of the Connecticut State
 Guard

Naugatuck, Jan. 18.-Twenty-twc
 signed applications to become mem-
 bers of the Naugatuck Rangers, unit of the Connecticut State Guard,
 at a meeting held Sunday morning
 in the courtroom. Plans were dis-
 cussed for physical examinations Dr. Joseph J. Sitar, in charge of recruiting, said that 1t is hoped that all men may be examined Sunday at the YMCA.
 Those who filed applications are: William M. Kleiva, 125 Curtiss street; Harris Whittemore, Jr., 344 Church street; John A. Harting, New Haven road; Raymond T. We din, 163 Ward street: James W. Thompson, Ii Bradley street; Steven J. Sitar, 305 Church street, Dr.. Joseph J. Star, spring street; Lurie 0. Camp, II Church street; Joseph L. Pichulo, 52l South Main street; Henry J. Gesseck, 25 Golden Hill street; Manuel F. Carvalho, 85 Aetna street; Charles A. Ledderbush, Beacon Valley road; Jacinto c. De- Medieros, Il Church street; Howard R.. Kamerzel, 2l Hard street; Fritz A. Hedman, 28 Nettleton avenue; Frank A. Miller, 82 Aetna street; Richard J. Burnett, 30 Christiansen street; George w. Hansliet, 69 Highland avenue; Avon H. Chase, Beacon Valley road; Manuel Car riero, Il Church street; Walter J. Gesseck, 48 Prospect street; Joesph J. Valenches, 343 Spring street; and Fred w. Baker, Highland avenue Waterbury.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1943-01-18
Diocesan Bureau Seeks Homes For
 Young Children

An appeal was read yesterday i'm the Catholic churches of the city for boarding homes for children of all ages, especially babies. This request comes from the Diocesan Bureau of Social Service, Catholic charity dis- pensing agency of this city, 56 Church street. Miss Agnes Fitzpatrick, executive secretary of the bureau, as chairman of the Waterbury Council of Catholic Women, repeated this appeal at 8 session of the Council in the afternoon at their annual meeting.
 Necessary information and requirements may be obtained at the Diocesan Bureau office, 56 Church street.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1943-01-18
MAURICE SAMUEL
 LECTURE HERE

Maurice Samuel, well ll-known au- thor and lecturer will be guest speaker at a Zionist form tonight at Beth Fl Synagogue. He will dis cuss the Palestine situation and the Zionist movement. The meeting which is expected to be by 8 large gathering was arranged under the auspices of the Waterbury Zionist district.
 The speaker is author of many articles and books on Jewish civil- izatlon. Joseph c. Gober, chairman of tho local Zionist district will pre- side.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1943-01-18
COMPETITION IN
 DART BASEBALL
Results of Recent Game
 Show Keen Playing By . Participating Teams

Naugatuck. Jan. 1S-Competition in the Q. s. Rubber Go. dart base ball league is once again unusually keen as evidenced by last Thursday nights results. First place is shared by Schopp's Stears and Eggly's Elks with two wins and no defeats, while second place finds six teams dead locked. The promising Mechanical Mules were knocked from the un- defeated ranks by the ever danger ous Tangredi's Tigers. The rookie combination of A-3 Sails took the measure of the Tennis Terriers in a three game match. The third matches will be played Thursday night. The league standing is as follows:
The Waterbury Democrat., 1943-01-18

walk and Alden w. Seleman of For NeStville.
 Harry J. Ranslow of 620 Washing ton avenue recently donated blond hair which belonged to his late wife for use in the manufacture of war instruments. He has received a gov- ernment certificate acknowledging the contribution. The hair was cut nearly 20 years ago.
 The donors son, Earl Ranslow, is serving with an Army cavalry unit in Texas.
 Mir. and Mrs. I. Goldman of 44 Bronson stret. was visited by their brother Second Lieutenant Fly Bar. rls Of New Haven. He is also a brother to Daniel Barris of Bo Stephana lane. Lieutenant BaTris recently graduated from Fort Ben. ming. Georgia. 4 party was given in his honor which was attended by his immediate family. Many gifts were presented to him.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1943-01-18

Naugatuck, Jan. 18 - Plans for the Victory Book Campaign were made at a meeting last week of representatives of the four national organizations backing the move ment. The drive to procure good books for the men in the armed services was opened Sunday and will continue until February 6.
 The Naugatuck committee con- sists of: Mrs. Frederick Zonino, general chairman; Joseph c. Rayt- kwich, Jr., of the U. s. O., chairman of shipping; Mrs. John Robinson of the Red Cross. chairman of the counting and packing committee;
The Waterbury Democrat., 1943-01-18
Borough Funerals

Naugatuck, Jan. 18 - Fhnera services for John Granica, who disc' Thursday, were held this mornil i at 8:l5 a. m. from his home, et Wooster street, Union City, to St Hedwig's church where high Mas: was celebrated at 8 a. m. Burial was In St. James cemetery.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1943-01-18
COFFEE USERS RULES OUTLINED Institutions May Apply Ait CT Jan. IS for Months
 Coffee Ration

Naugatuck, Jan. 8-It has been announced by Martin T. Lynn, chairman of the Naugatuck ration ing board, that institutional users of coffee may apply after Jan. 15 for Allotments of coffee which will be issued for one month. only.
 This instruction represents a change. The explanation will be made to all such users of coffee at the time of the announcement of the rationing program for processed foods.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1943-01-18
At I. o. Meet

Thirty-four members of Local AS. United Rubber Workers, attended the state 0. I. O. convention held over the weekend in Hartford. Heading the group was Joseph Kenishea, president, and John Marchiando organizer. Others att tending were: James Thompson, Sophie Lantieri, William Fellows, Carl Holt, George Froelich, John Loyer, Louis Nardello. Mary Wither, Emma Avocoll, Edward Thomas, Jennie Mcclellan, Roccoo Mariana, Anna Gaudiosi, Robert Shaffer, Dorothy shaffer. Mary Belcinsd Genevieve Balko. Alba Fernino, Frank Wood, Albert Pettorini. Gen evieve Pajewslxi. Ernestine Ferreira, John smith, Ernest Patchkofsku, Pascuuale Mastropietro, Faustina Veneziano, Grace Taylor, Arthur Taylor, Steve Knapik. Olmpia Batrelii, Harold Bower and Arthur Patchkofsky.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1943-01-18
JUNIOR RED CROSS
 MEETING PLANNED

Junior Red Cross conferences will be held at the local chapter head aliarters Thursday when Mrs. Alice D. Gray, assistant Co the area di. rector. will come here. Junior Rec Croas and other chapter heads VII meet in the morning. while the vls- ltnF wilI address sponsors or the service in the afternoon.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1943-01-18
EGGS BUY BONDS

Most popular individual Of Warner Bros. Thank Your Lucky 6tars" troupe is Irving Kane. Eddie Cam tors Htand-ln. He oEns . poultry farm. EntlIe egg output Of his farm is mapped up by members Of the company. Kane buys bonds with the monav.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1943-01-18
Officers Installed
 At Annual Session
WOmen's Auxiliary St. Michaels Church to Be Elected
 at Wednesday Session

Naugatuck, Jan. 18 Officers of the Woman's Auxiliary of St. Mi- chael's Episcopal church will be elected and installed at the annual session to be held Wednesday at 3 p. m. in the church. This will be
The Waterbury Democrat., 1943-01-18

Naugatuck, Jan 18-Informaton has been received by the chairman of the Naugatuck Aviation committee Ralph command for recruiting and induction, relative to new development in the field of meteorology for in three stages of training with various qualifications Type is years and who have completed two years college ncud
The Waterbury Democrat., 1943-01-18

Hitler is financing his war by en- slaved European labor. Tn the United States we fight imitation and Hitler through taxes and the sale of War Bonds. Buy More War Bonds.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1943-01-18

It takes both the Army and the Navy tO save tho world for free. dom ft lakea both War Bonds eild VloloEy Taae9 t0 aaHe theao payday dollaFS for after the var. Buy Mos Mng Bonds,
The Waterbury Democrat., 1943-01-18

It takes both airplanes and tanks to equip the Tanks. It takes both War Bonds and Victory Taxes to lick the Axis. Buy More War Bonds.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1943-01-18
TalIk orl Flowers

Mrs. Edwin Melbourne spoke on ''The Art of Corsage Making and Flower Arrangement" at a meeting of the Naugatuck Woman's club to- day at 3 p. m. in Masonic hall. Mrs. Clifford A. Teemple, president, pre- sided at the business meeting. The meeting was sponsoded by the garden department of which Mrs, Wiluliam Stevenson is chairman.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1943-01-18

"Lem Smithers wll2 down here this morninf recoverin' from Q new hat his wife bought. Tn way I heard 1t. Missus s. put the bonnet on an asked Lem's 'pinion -an' he never wuz cut out fer a diplomat. Lem says 1t seems like nowadays nothin' goes tuh Q woman's head faSter'n e frivolous hat" -: DOIN's ROUND TOWN :- MONDAY, January 18th:
 St. Mary'S Hospital Aid associ- ation will hold its annual meet ing at the nurses home Mon. day afternoon at 3 o'clock to elect officers and to hear the annual report. TUESDAY, January 18th:
 The regular meeting of Naomi chapter, No. g, Order of East ern Star, will take place Tues day night at 8 o'clock at Ma , sonic temple with Mrs. Mary Messenger presiding.
 WEDNESDAY,, January seth:
 Installation of officers of Santa Maria Circle No. 27. National Daughters of Isabella will be, held at Knights of Columbus hall following a short business meeting. Members are reques: ed to attend and may brink . guest. Entertainment and rS- treatments will be served. THURSDAY, January 2lst:
 First Congregational church will hold its annual meel.ns Thursday, starting with supper at 6:30, to be followed by q bln iness meeting at 7:45 for ele;- ton of officers and committees However, tn women are usil their heads other ways, too--ctl2 I notice more uv them ever day are buyin' Cashin's Dairy Prod ucts, Rich. fresh Cashins Dairy Products have more vitnmins than airplanes have horsepower --an' they pay Of dividends ever day in better health. Use Cnsh. in's Dairy Milk reg'larly--ap' don't feFgit cashin's Dairy Creamy Cottage Cheese is mighty poplar with biz folks an' ilttlf folks. too. It's a perfect food anytime"
 ZEKE
The Waterbury Democrat., 1943-01-18
Three Stages In Training
 Are Listed
According to Plans Received By Chairman; Other Enlistment Opportunities

Corsspondsn. Larry shsplsy-rnons Naus.sucG ssss
The Waterbury Democrat., 1943-01-18
BOYS IN
 THE SERVICE.

turned to New River. N. C., after spending furlough here. His sis- ter, Lieutenant Marguerite McDon- nell, a member of the Army Nurse Corps, also visited here from Camp Davis, N. c.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1943-01-18

Lieutenant James Mcdonnell, son Of pnlFolnafl nnd MFg. John Mc- ppnnen ef is snhn Aseps hns e.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1943-01-18

walk and Alden W. seleman of For
 NeStville.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1943-01-18

Prank P, Stance Of 0ee Baldwin street has been accepted for en. llBlment ln the Q. q. Marine Corps at the Springfield district head
 quarters. others from this area who applied at tho local recruiting station and havo been accepted at Springfield are William 4, Graham q Aagldeas nalph pogchlno og Nog.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1943-01-18

Lieutenant Edward V. Lynch of co walnut street is stationed in North Africa according to word received here. Prior Co his enlist. lneHt be served 10 the finance de- partment Of the post oflee