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Bradley beam., 1944-06-03
ITALIAN PATRIOTS GET THEIR CHANGE TO STRIKE AT FOE

A hint of things to come when the armed might of the United Ma tions cracks Adolf Hit1er's Euro pean fortress from the west was contained in recent dispatch from the Italian Front which stated that the Allied High Command there had divided all of German-occupied Italy into six operational zones from which the Italian Under ground may prepare "for the day of action"
 The dispatch followed a joint statement released by Gen. Sir Harold Alexander's Allied head quarters and Premier Pietro Ba- doglo's Italian High Command which said that the zones had been created so that the population liv- ing in each one would be able to re- ceive pertinent instructions by radio.
 The zones were designated as follows:
 No Mans Land comprising all
 the areas immediately ahead of
 the front lines of the Eighth
 and Fifth Armies, where no or
 ganized action on the part of
 the Italian population was fore
 seen.
 2-The area surrounding Rome,
 for which Special instructions
 will be given-at the proper
 tirne."
 3-The west coastal area. 4-The central Apennine Mountain
 areas.
 5-The Adriatic coastal area. 6-Northern Italy. The creation of the zones was an- nounced several hours after Gen. eral Alexander's headquarters had made public the first communique issue by the Italian underground. It said guerrilla activities in the north had forced the Germans to send six of their twenty-five divi- sions in Italy to that area to meet increasing underground activity.
Bradley beam., 1944-06-03
STRUGGLE FOR ROME

Allied commanders in Italy hold Rome's capture a certainty despite Kesselring's determination to hold the 26 mile line around the Alban Hills-Valmontone to the Sea. Ger man counter-attacks against the 9th Army evidence that the Ger mans are trying to hold the line at all costs. The Alban Hills, control ing direct approach to Rome, are defended by the German 18th and 14th Armies. The approaches to Valmontone are surrounded by the Hermann Goering Armored Divi- sion. At the nearest point to Rome, the Americans are less than 15 miles from the Eternal City. This struggle for the Alban Hills, now in it's eighth day, is a fight of tanks and infantry against mine fields, pill boxes, wire and artillery perched on the heights. Dust is al- so a deadly enemy. In addition to causing skin irritation, it draws enemy artillery fire.
 Telephone communications be- tween Rome and the Vatican City have been forbidden as the gates of the Vatican closed.
 Swedish newspapers reported to the Office of War Information that 45,00O additional German troops have recently been sent to Italy. NEW GUINEA
 On Biak Island, the most ad- vanced position off the northwest coast of New Guinea, American forces have encountered difficulty. Japanese crouched in caves and forest ridges while the troops of the Sixth Army pushed along the
Bradley beam., 1944-06-03

In 1886, the rapidly arming Ger many was making five times as many planes as the United States. It was in 1942 that our output sur- passed that of Germany. In 1912, Germany, at her peak of plane pro- duction, assembled 27,000 aircraft. This year she averages % of that number.
 Japan's pace shows she is break ing her own records. However, it is estimated that Japan builds ap- proximately 1000 to 1,400 planes per month, which is about 13 per- cent of US. output.
Bradley beam., 1944-06-03

Fire at No. |! It's the Japanese 'Hamp," a low-wing, single seat fighter powered by a radial engine: Both edges of the wings taper to square tips with greater taper on the trailing edge. Its fuselage is rounded and pointed. The leading edge of the tailplane is swept back to rounded tips and there is slight taper on the trailing edge. Fire away at this baby!
 (Cnurfasu Dndd Mead & Ca nnhli,
Bradley beam., 1944-06-03
z WEEKLY CREMATION CHAT
PERSONAL AFFAIRS CHECK
 PROTECTS CHS DEPENDENTS

At any time during the course if war, all officers, Army nurses, war rant officers, flight officers and en- listed personnel of the Army of the United States may expect sudden changes of station. As the strate- gical plan of the present war pro- gresses, increasing numbers of military personnel will be ordered to theatres of operations and other installations in many scattered areas. ..+
 Personnel affected in such move ments may anticipate years of separation from their families dur ing which they, as individuals, may be missing in action or by acci- dent, captured by the enemy, phys ically disabled, die while prisoner of war, die in action or from sick ness or other causes, be beleagured or besieged by the enemy, or be interned in a neutral country.
 Efficiency of performance varies in direct ratio to an individuals s peace of mind and mental stability. This human factor falters in the face of worry concerning loved ones left at home. No individual cherishes the thought of such wor- ry or desires to expose his depen- dents to distress, want, or insecur- ity.
 Sudden changes in wartime are turbulent and busy periods; there fore the time to prepare for such a contingency is before that contin- gency arises. It is imperative that military personnel satisfactorily arrange their personal affairs BE- FORE a sudden change of station occurs. NOW is the time to provide for the welfare, protection and security of dependents, and to in- sure that they will have knowledge of and receive all rights and bene- htS to which they are entitled.
 In line with the above, the newly established Personal Affairs sec tion, a function of the Special Service Office, began the job of in- terviewing all Bradley Field mili- tary personnel last Wednesday.
 The objectives of these inter- views is to see that each G.I. has his or her personal affairs in "ap- ple-pie" order. The topics to be cov- cred during the interviews will in- clude the soldiers insurance, allot- ments, beneficiary designations, bonds, wills, powers of attorney, etc. All discrepancies in the affairs of the G.I. will be noted and cor rective action taken. :
 BECAUSE OF CONFUSION IN
 THE PERSONAL AFFAIRS OI
Bradley beam., 1944-06-03

Not at No. 2! It's the U. s. Navy's "Hellcat,," low mid-wing, single seat fighter powered by a radial engine. It has deep egg shaped fuselage. The leading and trailing edges of the wings are equally tapered to square tips. The tailplane has tapered leading edge, straight trailing edge and rounded tips. There is a V cut-out in the elevator. Hold your fire!
Bradley beam., 1944-06-03

SOLDIERS KILLED OVERSEAS AND AT HOME, MANY RELA- TTVES AND DEPENDENTS OF SOLDIERS HAVE ENCOUNTER ED DIFFICULTY IN OBTAINING BENEFITS DUE THEM. THE ARMY DOES NOT WANT THIS TO HAPPEN TO YOU.
Bradley beam., 1944-06-03
ll7KZN3iE

UNLESS you like unexpected visitors or undesired attention from the enemy never have tracks or path stop at your place of concealment. Continue them, past your spot to another location or until they join other tracks
Bradley beam., 1944-06-03
The War Fronts

beach road. The enemy waited un- til American forces came within a thousand yards of the Molumer airdrome and then struck with a savagery comparable to that shown at Guadalcanal and Buna. Our naval vessels shelled shore posi- tions in support of the beachhead forces. Aerial warfare-the spear head of all advances in New Gui- nea-in order to neutralize a strongly defended point can be ac- complished only by daily bomber attacks. Fighter cover is necessary for bombings.
 CHINA *.. >*
 Changsha is the big Hankow- Canton railroad town eighty miles south of Yochow In three offensive spearheads, the Japanese troops said to number 150,00O, advanced rapidly. Communiques from China stress the gravity of this situation. Announced also was the fall of Kungan and the fear that Nanh- sien had fallen also. Civilians were ordered to evacuate Changsha. AIRPLANE PRODUCTION
 Last month American aircraft plants produced about 8,700 planes, mostly combat craft. The Aircraft Production Production Board in recently issued summary stated that the production of Aircraft in this country was outstripping the German output by a ratio of about Al.
 Since Pearl Harbor, the summa- ry continued, a grand total of 171,- 257 US. planes rolled off the as- sembly lines.
Bradley beam., 1944-06-03
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Q. How much did my GI cloth ing cost?
 A. Your complete uniform, in cluding your S15.5O wool overcoat and your 5-cent hankerchiefs, cost the government $114,86 at the out set. It also costs the Army S75.37 year to maintain these duds for you. -. -.....:".. :. = ::.:".> :.
 Q. Look. I'm the member of the ground crew of an air combat squadron stationed in England. The flying members of this squadron are permitted to wear service stars to show they have been in combat. But my orderly room tells me that ground crew members are not per mitted to wear these stars because we have not seen combat in the air. Is this correct?
 A. No, your Orderly Room is mistaken. The War Department says that all members of a unit credited with battle participation may wear a bronze service star on the appropriate service ribbon. As a member of a ground crew you come under this category.
 Q. Will I be permitted to wear my uniform after my discharge from the Army.
 A. You can wear it from the place where you get your discharge to your home, provided that you go there within three months of the discharge date. You may also wear it at military ceremonies in peace time.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1944-08-14
FINANCE BOARD
 APPROVES PLAN
Aldermen Win Complete Transfer of SI7,OOO to
 Bridge Fund Tonight

Inc sum of sisOOO vas today transferred from the salary item of the street departments budget to the construction of a steel-grid flooring for the Washington avenue, bridge tO replace the present wood en flooring.
 Snpt. Herbert scost.smith had requested the transfer of the works board which gave approval and re ferred the matter to the finance board. The transfer approval will now be formed Co the aldermanic board at the latters meeting to be held tonight.
 Supt. Scott-Smith appeared be- fore the finance board today and to the suggested possibility Of an eventual demolition of the wash- ington avenue. bridge. in the fu- tnre. pointed out that the seel-gird flooring can be removed and trans- feFrea for use to any one Of to Q other city bridges. In addition he cited the fact that this type floor ing is guaranteed" for 50 years use.
 The board of finance win hold its regular meeting this Thursday while the board of aldermen will meet to- night and the board Of Works on Tuesday, at 7:30 D. m. The board of police and fire commissioners will meet on "Wednesday afternoon.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1944-08-14
Hopes Plane Forced Down

Sydney Australia Aug. 1s-fUPD-- Comedian Bob Hope and four mem- bers of his USO Camp show troupe made n safe forced landing in a transport plane 22s miles north oi Sydney today but Hope was mourn- ing the loss of three cases a whisky he had to throw overheard when the pilot tried to Tighten the plane.
 As the transport en route from Brisbane to Sydney nearcd Laurie ton a small country village of about 300 persons it developed engine trouble and began to lose altitude. The pilot ordered the passengers Go abandon their luggage and among the pieces thrown over was one of Hopes containing three cases Of n brand of whisky practically unob- tainedable in Australia.
 The transport then mace an emergency landing on a sand bar near Isauricton without injury to those aboard. Local fishermen saw the plane come down a half mile from shore and vent fO the rescue.
 UnpertuIbed by their experience Hope and his party provided enter tainment for more than an hour at a dance being held by a Lauraeton patriotic organization.
 Aboard the plane with Hope were Frances Langford. Jerry col0nna, Patty Thomas and Tony Romano.
 The troupe arrived at Brisbane this morning from Guadalcanal and planned to rest in Sydney for a few days before flying to New Guinea.
 Hope said their plane was WedRed tightly in the sand bank and prob ably could not get off until the tide refloated fl.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1944-08-14

tContnued from Page lD rubble from blasted modern struc- tures in some sections front dis patches said
 In the Arno River loop east of Florence patrols were active and further east in the mountains north 0f Arezzo. the Germans remained quiet. Increased enemy activity was evident however in the mountains north Of PietralunRa.
 The capture of Frontone six miles northeast of cantiano represented a considerable gain in the Adriat.r sector Of the liT
 Elsewhere il. that sector however the Germans held tightly 10 po- siti0as northeast of MondolfO, which is three miles from the coast and two miles from the Ccsano river Eighth Army Polish and Italian troops made little progress over the weekend. except for the capture of Frontone.
 On the western side Of the line artillery exchanges between the Fifth Army and the enemy contin- ued. with the Americans conoen- frating on a number of self-pro- pelled gun positions east and west of Pisa on the north side of the Arno River. American patrols entered the Village of Isola. three miles west Of Empoli, without meeting op- position,
The Waterbury Democrat., 1944-08-14
SoIon Probes "C. !. Bait

washington, Aug. is-fUPD-- Chairman Robert R. Reynolds. D., N. C., Of the senate military affairs committee revealed today he has asked Secretary Of War Henry l.. Stimson what steps have been taken Co discourage use of attractive bait" to induce soldiers to yolun- teer for dangerous missions.
 His inquiry. contained in a letter 10 EtiInson, was prompted by re- ports Of a breakdown in morale among members Of Merrillis Mar auders who operated behind the Japanese lines in Burma.
 Referring 10 newspaper accounts Of the situation among MerTills Marc lders. Reynolds letter said:
 %i should particularly welcome in- formation on the following points:
 "ih eTishould l23a56 7890s
 q. The question of unauthorized promises Of promotions. leaves Of absence. and early relief for those who would volunteer for special duty in the junkles, and what &C., ton the Army expects tO take or has taken to prevent and discourage future use of such "bait" to induce men 10 volunteer for exceptionally dangerous assignment.
 '2. What has now been done with the volunteers of MeTJtlgs Mar auders who volunteered for a Tee ported three months special duiy2
 "3. What has been done to iiB- prove the reported breakdown iD morale and the restoration Of the confidence and faith these men should have iD their leaders, but which they apparently laekp
 4. What fatalities, casualties, etc. were suffered by the unit as a result of the error in ordering sick men 70 the defense Of the airport.
 "5 Some of the press articles spoke Oi officers reports giving fulj details Oi the history Of the Mer- gill's MaFagders incident. and iG these are available ] am sure flley would be most helpful Co my eOm- mittee in obtaining a clear and au- thent.e picture of just what Oc- cured
The Waterbury Democrat., 1944-08-14
Moss Wednesday For E. J. CuIhone

4 sel0mn high Mass will be cele- brated Wed. Aug. 10, 8 a. m.. at the Church of the Immaculate Concep- ton for Private First Glass Edward J. Culhane of 20 Maple avenue, who was killed in action in France. July 2l. He was the son of Mrs, Nora Culhane and the late Timothy A. Culhane.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1944-08-14
RING NOMINATED
 BY SOCIALISTS

John W. Ring. l63 Beech street was chosen as the candidate for Congressman-at-large on the So- clalist state ticket at the latter partys tsate convention held in Bridgeport Saturday. Mayor Jasper McIevy was chosen as the party's gubeFnatoEial candidate.
 Mir. Ring likewise was chosen as a member from the 18th district Of the party's state central commit tee while Franklin Barranger Of Waterbury was chosen a committee member from the 18th district.
 Mir. Ring has long been active tn the Socialist party ticket both in Waterbury and within the state and has been active as a candidate in various elections.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1944-08-14
Light And Power
 Redeemins Bonds

Appreximately ls per cent or e5SO 900 Of the Connecticut Light & Power eompany's per cent rec funding bonds remain outstanding. it vas revealed today The com. pany is redeeming these bonds at a current purchase price Of Si25 zith August 2l set as the closing date for this call price.
 Charles l.. Campbell. president of Of the C, l.. & P yesterday issued warning tO owner sof this type bond pointing out the fact that after the latter date these bonds will be redeemed over q period of a year or more by means of sinking fund calls with purchase price to be about SOS SO.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1944-08-14
FEAST DAY WILL
 BE OBSERVED

Tomorrow, August iS. the Feast of the Assumption will be observed ln an Roman Catholic churches throughout the city. Masses will be celebrated as announced ln the churches yesterday, beginning at 5:S0. Today. the vigil, ls a day of fast and abstlnece.
 The Assumption, the second of two major feasts Of the church in honor of the blessed mother of God. commemorates her assumption, body and soul int heaven.
 It has been a popular custom to visit seashore places on this day for possible curative qualities in the wa- ter, but this has no church sanction.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1944-08-14
JUDGMENTS RETURNED
 AGAINST LOCAL MAN

Meyer Land Of Waterbury vas named defendant iB a s350 eiyil action in common pleas court today as the result of two judgments oi ei2l.sg each returned against Ei.9 ln the New York mr.acipal court iB 1886. The plaiDliD t0. Morris Plan Industrial 9aDk oi New Yoyk, claims he paid sla nn oGe judgment and s9376 on the Oths., lcs,ing bal- apess Of si07i6 and s25 Sq, plus ia' tRTest
The Waterbury Democrat., 1944-08-14
BOARD TO DISCUSS
 SCHOOL LUNCHES

A discussion on the free school lunch proposal, made by the child care committee, will be held by the Board of Education at a special meeting "Wednesday night at 7:30 O'- clock at Crosby High school. The committee has recommended serving ot hot lunches at several schools in congested areas and serving of cose lunches at several other schools. 4 report will De prese ted tonight by the board committee wl:i:l waS asked to study the proposal.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1944-08-14
Allen kAotov Lines Stevt With $20yO 900

The office Of Pfannes Burke Red lek secretary of state, has sB- n0uneed that . certificate Of iDeoT. p0ratJ0D was Issued 10 Allen Motor Lines. Inc, 0f Waterbury, gStb . commencing capital Of e2o00o. Jp. e0rpoFatad under Victor L. Alien, Estelie M. Laiibe and Biancile v Allen, all Of MiddIebuFy, the con. eeFBis authorized capital totals es0,. GOO. witb 5000 shares. par value eif each.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1944-08-14
EMPRESS Ss MASS.

ROyalstOn, Mass, Aug ls GU pD Empress Iita, head Of the exs lied Royal Family Of Austria, started f.sg annual vacation here today at the estate of Mrs, Calvin Bullock,
 The Empress, accompanied by her daughter, the Archduchess Ellzabetb arrived yesterday after motoring from their Ottawa home. The Em- press mother wsS expected 10 Join ahe Royal party within 2 fey days,
The Waterbury Democrat., 1944-08-14
FoiSIowD Sponsors SeTVieemeH's Mess

Al men and women Of Sts. Peter ard Paul church who are serving with the armed forces will be hoD- ored at a solemn bigb Mass to be celebrated tOmoFTog, Feast oj the Assumption, at Q R. ro,, at the request Oi the resident Of FaiTlsgn
 it is the see0Da spiritual TemejD, bTanee arranged within 2 month.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1944-08-14
VETERANS ADVISOR
 TO MEET APPLICANTS

Edward Kelly 10 the Veterans Ad' misistFation office in Neyingtor Hospital wifi be at the local Vet eranis Advisory Office in the city hail basement from 9 a. m. to { D ni. tomorrow Tuesday. Aug. 70.
 Mr. Kelly who appears at the lo' cal office every Tuesday will be present to advise and inform all aeryicemen and their families or mtaters pertaining to disability claims, aid, etc.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1944-08-14
CARD OF THANKS

We wish Co thank our many friends. relatives and neighborE, especially q. S. Rubber Co. Dept. si, Local sb of Naugatuek: Braiding Dept, 0f American Metal Hose. Oak . vile Pin Co; Frateiianga Society, Operala PFogressiva Society, for floral offerings and the expressions of sympathy and kindness shown Us during our recent bereavement, the death of our beloved husband, father and brother, Rocco cretelia. (SignedD
 MRS. RAFFAELA rRETELI.A
 and FAMILY,
 ANGELO RFTFLLA,
The Waterbury Democrat., 1944-08-14
FIRE RECORD

Five fire companies answered an alarm set off by a defect in sprinkler system at the Manufae- tBrers Feundry G.. Railroad Esill street st 3:3e this morning.
 Satnrday, fiTemen answered calls IO a short circuit at @ Randolph ayense; a Plymouth sedan, L. D ABssiD. % Columbia biv6., broken gas line; and Joseph Deiiselia, SIS Bank street, gr aesein pan en stove... i.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1944-08-14
ALL ron UNCLE SAM

Arlington, Mass. tU.PD - There's no service feud in the family of Mrs. Charlotte L.. Dodge Of Af- lington. Mrs. Dodge's a private in the WAC. Her daughter is a WAVE, and her son is in the Navy. To coEli- plete the record. the WAVE daugh. ter Is engaged to Q member of the Naval Reserve.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1944-08-14
CARD OF THANKS

We wish 10 thank our many friends, relatives and neighbOrs, Closing Dept. and Painting Dept. Of the ScovilI Mfg. Co. and the sun shine Club for floral offerings and the expressions Of sympathy and Kindness shown us during our re- cent bereavement, the death of our beloved sister, Mary Ann BoulangeF. lsignedl
 BOULANGER FAMILY. FAMILY.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1944-08-14
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The Waterbury Democrat., 1944-08-14

MAXWELL In Hartford. Conn, William E. Maxwell, of ii Niles Street, Hartford, Conn.
 Funeral Tuesday morning, Aug. 18th at 9:ts o'eiock, from Mulyllie Fu' tO Sacred Heart Church. Mass We'd nesday at s;09 a, m. Burial in Calvary cemetery,
The Waterbury Democrat., 1944-08-14

The funeral of Miss Bessie Mlil. lally, 2i0 West l08th street. New York city, former Waterbury resi-. dent, was held this morning at 8:l5 from the Mulville funeral home. 270 West Main street. to the Immaculate Conception church at 9, where a sole emn high Mass was celebrated by Rev. Donald OLeary, assisted by Rev. George Reilly. deacon, and Rev. Phillip Hussey, subdeacon. Seated in the sanctuary was Rev. J. Oliver Cronin. Professor Frederick Har- mon was organist and soloist. Burr ial was in new St. Joseph's ceme- tery, Father Reilly officiating at the committal services. Bearers included Frank Lawlor. George Hines, James Carey. Harold Lynch, Joseph Car- roll and Edward O'Connell.