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The Waterbury Democrat., 1944-11-20
Mildred Lipnicki. Feted At ShOwn

Mrs. Frances Lipnicki, Floyd street, was hostess at a miscellan- eous shower recently in honor of her daughter, Mildred, whose mar- riage to Francis L,aFlarnme, Edge wood avenue, will take place Thurs day.
 Among those attending were: Mrs. R. Strokalitis, Mrs. W. Stabile, Mrs. E. Grochowski, Mrs. S. Grochowski, Mrs. w. Miller, Mrs. J. Dobkins, Mrs. L. Monti, Mrs. F. Monti, Mrs. J. Pituch, Mrs N Razier, Mrs V. Provencher, Mrs. E. Gentle, Mrs. w. Shurkus, Mrs. J. E1rukauskas, Mrs. v. Gregorie, Mrs. J. Bauzas, Mrs. I. Endrikis, Mrs. A. Cusson, Mrs. N. Collini, Mrs. Valerie Wy socki, Mrs. E. Kowalski and Mrs. M. Dumsa.
 Also: Misses Kay Crean, A. Miller, A. Monti, Lucy DiPietro, Mary Sul- livan, Adele Lipnicki, Margaret Lip.. nicki, Elaine Lipnicki and Jean Gro- chowski.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1944-11-20
IVON-SCACCO

Miss Margaret Scacco, daughter of Mrs. Mary Scacco, Oak street, and Homer Ivon, son of MT. and Mrs. Edward lyon, Mill street, were married Saturday morning at O. clock at St. Lucy's church.
 Miss Le Petrone, cousin of the bride was maid of honor and the groom'S cousin, Paul Rivet, of Seymour, was the best man. Miss Marie Calo sang at the nuptial Mass, accompanied by Mrs. Jerry MascoI, organist.
 The bride, who was given in marriage by her brother Anthony Scacco, was dressed in white satin gown, styled with long tapered sleeves, a net yoke outlined with beaded embroidery and forming a circular neckline, 8 full swirt and long train. A tiara trimmed with seed pearls held her long veil of bridal illusion. She carired bou- quet of white roses, gardenias and orchids.
 Miss Petrone wore an American Beauty gown, with a fitted silk jer- hey bodice, three quarter length sleeves, a circular neckline formed by a yoke of maline and full ma line skirt, a matching bonnet and bouquet of yellow chrysanth- nuns. The mother of the couple wore black ensemble with corsages of pink roses.
 After a dinner for the mem- bers of the immediate families, the couple left on their wedding trip to New York city, the bride wear ing an American Beauty wool suit, a leopard coat, black accessories and an orchid. Upon their return, they will take unp their residence at l82 Grand street. Both the bride and bridegroom attended Wilby high school. MT. lyon is employed by the American Brass Co.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1944-11-20
FareuUeH Party GiUen R. D. Palombo

Roland D. Palomba, East Liberty street, who will leave soon for service in the U. s. Navy, was honored re- gently at 8 farewell party. His bro- t1aer, Nicholas J. Palomba, GM 3-c who recently returned from Ber- muda, was also honored.
 Guests included: Mrs. John Mas troiannni, Mrs. Rose Graziosa, Mrs Margaret Theroux, MT. and Mrs Nicholas Palomba, MT. and Mrs. An thony Graziosa, MT. and Mrs. John Graziosa, MT. and Mrs. Joseph Wra- ziosa, MT. and Mrs. Fred Graziosa MT. and Mrs. James Piroli, MT. and Mrs. John CoSno, Misses Justine Palomba, Tina and Theresa Palomba Joan Graziosa, Frances Pivoh, and James Fusco, Pal Palomba, Domenic Piombo and L. F. Raddell, FIG Pc, of Ohio.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1944-11-20
Miss Danaher Weeds
 John 7. McKenno

The marriage of Miss Mary Eliza beth Danaher of South street daughter of MT. and Mrs. Joseph F Danaher, and John Joseph Mc- Kenna, son of Mrs Margaret Mc- Kenna and the late William Me- Kenna, Meriden road, took place Saturday morning at 8 o'clock at St Francis Xavier church, Rev James A. Broderick, pastor, officiating at the ceremony and nuptial Mass.
 The bride was attired in white faille taffeta gown with sweetheart neckline, long fitted sleeves, lace yoke, inserts of lace in the sleeves and in the full skirt, and long train, with finger length veil of bridal tulle, arranged from tiara of seed pearls and her white satin prayer book was marked with an orchid.
 Her sister, Miss Ann E. Danaher, as maid of honor, wore poudre blue faille taffeta that had bracelet sleeves and bouffant skirt, with which she wore a Juliet cap and matching net veil, and carried bouquet of bronze chrysanthemums.
 Arthur G. Pryor, a cousin, was best man for MT. McKenna. The brides mother wore @ green silk crepe dress with black accessories at the reception following at the Chase Country Club for about eighty guests. The groom's mother wore black and white ensemble. Both had corSages of orchids. Guests attended from Bristol, Wood- bury, Washington, D. C., Philadel- phia, and Long Island City, N. Y. The brides travelling outfit was a brown wool dress, lynx trimmed brown coat, brown accessories and she wore an orchid corsage. The couple will reside, on their return, at Mattatuck avenue, Wolcott.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1944-11-20
Cdrd Club FeteS
 Mrs. B. Todd

Mrs. Baldwin Todd, Falls avenue, Oakville, was honored by members of the Thursday evening card club recently at farewell dinner at waverly inn. Mrs. Todd will leave soon to take up residence in Dal- las, Texas. Mrs. Charles Jorgensen read a farewell poem and Mrs. Louis Byrnes offered several vocal selections.
 Mrs. Todd was presented pin from those attending who included: Mrs. Harold Mulville, Mrs. George Dunn, Mrs. Arthur Pryor, Mrs. Louis Byrnes, Mrs. Carl Carlson, Mrs. Charles Jorgenson, Mrs. Ed mund Gleiford. and Miss Eileen Pe- derson.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1944-11-20
Arlene Bates
 ShOWe1- Hostess

Miss Dorothy Robinson, Frost road, who will be married in the near future to William Phelan, ANAM2-C, U. s. N., of Marlboro street, was honored at a personal shower Friday evening at the home of Miss Arlene Bates, Wood street.
 Those present were: Mrs. Frank Robinson, Mrs. M. Brown, Mrs. H. D. Garthwait, Misses Jenny Petite, Ethyle Goldberg, Betty Pronovost, Peggy DePietro, Agnes Kelly, Mar garet Kelly, Mary Robinson and Dorothy Robinson.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1944-11-20
CORNELL BRIDGE CLUB

Top scorers in the Friday after noon tournament of the Cornell Bridge club, conducted by Mrs. John c. Moriarty, SO Linden street, were: north and south Mrs. Charles Ferry and Mrs. James Sincaster, PA 1-2; Mrs. George Cashman and Mrs. AL bert Lavigne, 120; east and west, Mrs. Uric Dionne and Mrs. Domenic Florio, 128 1-2; Mrs, Patrick Cronan and Mrs. George Brennan, IA 1-2. The official stand- ing: Mrs. Lavigne and Mrs. Cash man, 510; Mrs. Ferry and Mrs. Sin- caster, 489 1-2; Mrs. John Brophy and Mrs. John Corden, 482 1-2; Mrs. c. E. olson and Mrs. Frank Hardy, 48O 1-2.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1944-11-20

THE SITUATION: A friend or relative overeas writes you that the cookies you included in his Christ mas box were spoiled by the time they reached him.
 WRONG WAX: Feel that his telling you that showed he didn't appreciate your effort and your thoughtfulness and don't send him any more packages.
 RIGHT WAY Realize that he was telling you the truth so that you wouldn't wastee your time, money, and effort on sending the same thing against-aS you well might have done if he had pre- tended the cookies arrived in fine shape.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1944-11-20
SOCIAL FUNCTIONS
Births

MT. and Mrs. Joseph DeVylder of Milldale road, West Cheshire, an- nounce the birth of a son, Joseph John, Nov. IA, at St. Mary's hospital, Waterbury. Mrs. DeVylder is the former Josephine Gerard of Griggs street.
 Armand s. Fisher, QM3-c, U. S. Navy, and Mrs. Fisher, Irion street, announce the birth of a son, Ar- mand, Jr., on Nov. 1B at Waterbury hospital. Mrs. Fisher is the former Rose Mandillo.
 A daughter, Ruth Ellen, was born to Mrs. and Mrs. James P. Foley, Smith avenue, on Nov. B at Water bury hospital. Mrs. Foley is the former Louise Reichenbach.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1944-11-20
100 SerUice171en
 Attend Dance

The War Workers and Service mems dance, sponsored Saturday evening by the Waterbury Manu- featuring Company, featured a varied program of entertainment. More than 620 persons, including 100 servicemen, attended.
 Members of the committee were Thomas Marshall, Charles Benson, Timothy Ferris, Frank Del Prin- cipe, Anne De Bellis, Anne Me- Carthy, Alice Burgess, Lin Garry, Nora Grigarousky and Fred Jackeu.
 The tug of war between an Army and Navy team, was won by the Army.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1944-11-20
PRIZE PRESENTED DANIEL CALABRESE

A $2OO grand prize in the Inger- soil Art award contest for high school students was won by Daniel Calabrese, S1 York street. who graduated from Crosby high school iii June.
 Presentation was made by !.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1944-11-20
Girls Enroll In
 Nursing Course

Two hundred and two Catholic high school girls are enrolled in the junior home nursing courses, filling two classes daily at Red Cross Chap ter House, 165 Grove street, 1t has been announced by Mrs. Harry +. Pearce, nurse director. Registrations are open for adult classes in home nursing.
 Daughters of Isreal are conduct- ing a rummage sale. this week at 259 South Main street.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1944-11-20
Women Voters Hold
 Membership Tea

The purpose and the policy of the League of Women Voters was re- viewed by Mrs. Allen Young, publi- city chairman of the state league, at a membership tea held Friday afternoon at the home of Mrs. John P. Elton, Church street.
 Mrs. Florence B. Webster, pres- ident of the organization announced its participation in the Sixth War Bond Drive. It was also announced that the council meeting to be held in Hartford December is open to all league members.
 Mrs. Elton was hostess and Mrs. William A. Amelung was in charge of the tea. She was assisted by Mrs. Robert D. Lowell, Mrs. An drew O'Leary and Mrs. Henry H. Cook. Mrs. F. s. Van Valken- burg was program chairman. Mrs. Webster introduced the speaker.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1944-11-20

A board meeting of the Beth-El Sisterhood will be held tomorrow afternoon at 2:3O at the home of Mrs. Robert Kosersky, White street. Rehearsal for the Chanukah play, to be presented by the children of the synagogue, was held yesterday morning. The entertainment will take place Dec. IT at 2:30 p. m. at the Beth-El auditorium.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1944-11-20
College GLee Club
 Elects Miss OLcotf

Miss Nancy Olcott, daughter of Mrs. James Henry Olcott, Bonair avenue, has been elected assistant manager of the Colty Junior College Glee club. Miss Olcott is junior il, the secretarial science course.
 Lehmkuhl, president of the U. S.. Time Corp, who announced that firm would reproduce the 12 grand prize winners in full color for its 1945 calendar, with Calabrese's painting of a winter snow scene or the January pare.
 Among honorable mentions in the contest was Ann G. Maynard, Westover school, Middlebury.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1944-11-20

More than 40 persons attended the card party sponsored by the Con- cordia Ladies Auxiliary Saturday night in Concordia hall, Bank street. Mrs. Mary Lange, Mrs. Mary Arber. and Mrs. William Mueskas were in charge of the affair.
Detroit evening times. (Detroit, Mich) 1921-1958, 1944-12-22

Nov. 20, in France. Formerly en-
ployed by Federal Motor Truck,
he entered service in August,
1913, and went overseas last April.
According 10 his wife. Virginia, he
has received the Purple Heart.
Sgt Flights stepson. Pfc. Richard
DeVlin. is also in service. His
parents are Mr.. and Mrs. Charles
t51tIZtI1---ee115t Burnett &c.
PFC. EDWIN Is. HACKETT.
20 Oct i, IN France. He attended
the University Of Michigan, en-
tered service in February, l9i3.
went overseas last September and
has been awarded the Purple
Heart. He is the son of Mrs.
Clara A. Hackett. 1878 Warwick
road. and the late Mr.. Basil J.
Hackett.
PVT. ALBERT +. SMALL JR.,
%, Sept. 80, IN Italy lie worked
for Interstate Trucking, entered
service in October, 1912, and went
overseas a year ago. According 70
his mother, Mrs. Rose Small. 655
ManlStlque, he received the Purple
Heart.
CPL. JACOB w. TSCHIR-
HART. u, oct. ., in Holland.
Now hospltalized in England, he
wears the Purple Heart. Cpl.
Tschirhart worked for the Ma
tional Twist Drill and Tool Co,
entered service in January, 1913,
and went overseas with the para
troops last May HIS parents. Mr..
and Mrs. Guy Tschirhart. 1921
Elkhart, have two other sons in
service,
T/SGT. ROY l.. WAGNER. %,
Sept. 10, in Germany, for which
he received the Purple Heart. A
former Ebling Creamery employe,
he entered service in August, 1871
and went overseas last February
Sgt. Wagner is now hospitalized
IN Cambridge, o. He is the son
Of Mr.. and Mrs. Garfield Wagner,
1857 Spokane, and has two broth
crS overseas.
Detroit evening times. (Detroit, Mich) 1921-1958, 1944-12-22

BRAsI-Louiss. Dec. 10. OF CAST
Mitchell. beloved wife Of John. dear
mother Of Mrs. Hazel McMachen OF
Warren. Mich, sister OF Henry, John.
sam vOgel OF Arcadia. Wis. Mrs Anna
Y0anfmAn, Mrs. Richa Christ Of DicKey.
". OAK Mrs, Elsie Houn OF Colorado
springs, Colo. Mrs. Carrie Klneschy Of
Gaient. Ill Also suryiyea by : grand
children. Funeral Saturday. Dec. -, az
Anthony J. Miller Funeral Home. 1893
Chene 81. ~ $50 and 81. John
ENanFrllaf ffnrch IL q A IN
Detroit evening times. (Detroit, Mich) 1921-1958, 1944-12-22
.DAV Post Named
For Invasion Hero

Chapter IS Of the Disabled
American War Veterans will be
named in honor Of James Nelson
Keane, former track star of North.
ern High School. who was killed
in action in the invasion Of France
June S. Keane, 20, when he died.
served with the 237th Combat En-
gineerS.
His parents, Mr.. and Mrs. James
p. Keane of 1905 Putnam. were
present az the presentation Of the
Colors 20 Comdr. William o.
Sather Of Chapter as in the vet
-srana building.
Detroit evening times. (Detroit, Mich) 1921-1958, 1944-12-22

1T. GOODMAN PVT. PERI
PFC. EVERETT ID. TYRRELL.
%, died Nov. 10 of burns received
on New Guinea. In service since
April. 1871, he had been overseas
for II months. He leaves his
mother, Mrs. Bessie Tyrrell, 11840
Buffalo: six sisters and two BROTH
ers. one of whom is in service.
PFC. JOSEPH WALLACE, Is,
died Nov. 10 of wounds received in
Luxembourg. In service since last
March. he had been overseas six
months. Surviving are his parents,
Mr.. and Mrs. Joseph Wallace ST.,
1882 Buffalo; two children, Lon
ME and Janice. and three brothers.
Detroit evening times. (Detroit, Mich) 1921-1958, 1944-12-22
Sketches of War Casualties

Nov. 10, on Leyte. He worked
at Ford's. entered service in April,
1913, and went overseas last
January. Surviving are his wife.
Verda Lee, of Denver City, Tex;
his parents, Mr.. and Mrs. Luigi
PERI, 1889 Cardonia, Highland
Park; three sisters and one
.brother
Detroit evening times. (Detroit, Mich) 1921-1958, 1944-12-22
MISSING

PVT. WILLIAM X. LITTLE,
-, since NuvR13, in France. He
worked at Chrysler. entered serv-
ice IN December, 1913, and went
overseas last August. He is the
son of MIR and Mrs. Jasper Little,
l42l Butternut.
Detroit evening times. (Detroit, Mich) 1921-1958, 1944-12-22
WOUNDED

PFC. NORMAN b. AGENTS,
-, oct. q, in France.He worked
at the Gear Grinding Co, entered
service in February, 1943. and
went overseas last April. His par
ents are Mr.. and Mrs. Bernard
Agents, 6Z05 Hedge.
Detroit evening times. (Detroit, Mich) 1921-1958, 1944-12-22

BEREsrORD -~onuer T., age IS. Of
54o2 seneca avenue. beloved husband
OF Blanche BereSfoEd, nee Holton. dear
father Of Holton Oliver and S sgt.
Charles p. Beresford U. =. Army
grandfather OF John and Dennis dear
from Alfred w "Opens Funeral Home.
$3.50 Crati0t avenue. Friday morning
$3.50 GratiOt avenue, Friday morning
AZ s.45 and az ST. GATHERINGS Church
az Si5. Interment Mt. Hope Cemetery,
Port Huron IL u-ctQCK- naan
Detroit evening times. (Detroit, Mich) 1921-1958, 1944-12-22

NAN, %, in an air crash in Italy.
He graduated from Pennington
High, worked at Ternstedt's, and
entered the AAF in December.
1912. He is the son OF Mr.. and
Mrs. Homer Goodman. 201lS
S h adyside, Pennington. One
brother, Sgt. Dean. is also with
the AAF in England.
Detroit evening times. (Detroit, Mich) 1921-1958, 1944-12-22

you need quick relief from
7" pain, do you hesitate to take aspirin
because IL leaves you with an upset
stomaohp II SO. this new medical dis
eevery, sUPHRIN, Is Just what the
doctor ordered" for you.
supsrln 10 aspirin pIvs--oontains the
same pure. safe aspirin you have long
known-bui developed by doctors in
special way for those upset by aspirin
10 its ordinary form.
This rs~ Kind Of aspirin table, dissolves
more quickly. lets the aspirin get right
st the Job Of relieving pain. reduces tho
seidiu OF Ordinary aspirin, add docs
Detroit evening times. (Detroit, Mich) 1921-1958, 1944-12-22

81. Biographical sketches of De-
troiters killed, wounded in action.
or missing, according 10 official
army and navy releases and next
of-kin:
Detroit evening times. (Detroit, Mich) 1921-1958, 1944-12-22

PVT. VINCENT A. PERRI, %
Detroit evening times. (Detroit, Mich) 1921-1958, 1944-12-22

IT. EDWARD 3. HERRING
~ HERRING-Lt. Edward B.. suddenly.
- Dec. ID. at StaTkyille. Miss. pc
loved husband OF Cenevieye son Of
Mrs Mary Yeske and Sgt. Robert Yeske.
brother Of Sgt. Wendell Funeral from
thetJ A, DcSantis Funeral Homo, 2670
Chalmers, at ChArlevoix, Friday. 2 y. m.
Detroit evening times. (Detroit, Mich) 1921-1958, 1944-12-22
DEATH nntites
ROLLINS WELlMAR

Ar- wELLMAN-Dec. is, Flight OF
- fcer Rollins at H0ndO, Texas, be
loved son OF MsTguerite and the
late Michael WellmAn dear brother Of
Mrs. Marguerite johnson and Arnold
Funeral from the Verheyden Funeral
Home, $4,000 Mack a. Outer Drive,
Time later
The Waterbury Democrat., 1944-10-16
TIN COLLECTION
 LISTED TUESDAY
Curb Pickups in All Parts of Town to Be Covered
 By Trucks

Naugatuck, Oct. i0-The Nauga. tuck Salvage Division of the War Production Board reminds residents Of the borough that prepared tin cans for war salvage will be col. leeted by town trucks tomorrow morning, PickupS will be made from the curb in all parts of town cus- tomarily covered by the trucks,
 Naugatuck has not, since the be- ginning Of the war, salvaged more than b6 percent of its quota of tin for any collection period; and the best of it's quota. While canned food Is not as plentiful as 1t has been, the principal reason for Naugatuck's poor showing Is the disposal of the precious tin in rub bISh barrels. This practice is not ct all in keeping with the public spirit that is characteristic of Naug. atuck.
 Activity on the borough ordi. nance prohibiting disposal of tin
The Waterbury Democrat., 1944-10-16
5000 "A BOOKS
 MAILED IN WEEK
Tonight Deadline for Fil- ing Applications Warns
 Aaron Paur

More than 5000 "A" gasoline ra- ton books were mailed by the local ration board last week, 1t was re- ported today by Aaron Paur, office manager, who issued reminder that tonight was the deadllne for filing applications. MT, Paur said the gasoline panel would continue to accept applications, but persons who return them after tonight may not receive their coupons by the day of validity, November 9.
 The ration official, who estimated tha the total issuance will amount to about 10000, said applications have been coming very satisfactor- fly. The members of the panel have been working rapidly on clearing the application on file, he said, and many thousands more of the "A'' books will be mailed to motorists this week, it was indicated.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1944-10-16
CHURCH FESTIVAL
 DRAWS VERY WELL
Annual Salem Lutheran Birthday Program En.
 jOyed By Over 100

Naugatuck, oct. i6.--More thal' 100 attended the annual birthday festival of the Salem Lutheran church recently at the church hau Rev. Paul Peterson, pastor Of thu Hillside Congregational church, was the guest speaker. His topic was "Time and How to Use It Well"
 Mrs. Victor Olson welcomed the group and Miss Astrid Andersen gave several readings. Miss Phyids Bohlin was pianist for community singing.
 Mrs. Victor Olson welcomed the group and Mss AStrid Anderson gave several readings. Miss Phyllis Bohlin was pianist for community singing.
 Conrad Rohs rendered vocal solo accompanied ct the piano by Alvin Wooster and the Luthern league oi s cheatra, conducted by J. V, Rohs played secerai numbers.a
 Martha Lundin rendered Q solo accompanied by Miss Bohlin and Q roll call of members followed. TlIia was based on the months in which their birthdays occurred.
 Mrs. Julia Anderson and Jugia olson had charge of decorations and the Ladies Aid served refreshments
The Waterbury Democrat., 1944-10-16

this being the only business trans acted.
 The borough will again use sla voting niahcines in the Nov, Vth election, two at each ward. Frank jenner, who is expected to De fe- named As machine necahnic, said he recently checked all machines and said all are in first class working order"
 A heavy vote is anticipated Nov. ', bue new state laws will provide longer hours for the polls Co pe open and everyone qualified md who desires to vote is expected 70 have the opportunity to do 90,
 About three years ago on agent of Q voting machine firm endeay- oFed to persuade tho borough co buy at least two machines, saying the present machines are old and claiming that the time might are rive when the number of voting was 90 heavy that the six machinea would not be enough.
 However, officials feel there la little or no danger this year of the six machines proving inadequate. A record number Of new voters ls ex~ pected but this is expected to po offset by the fact that . large num- ber Of servieemen and women VIII not vote,
The Waterbury Democrat., 1944-10-16
CHURCH GUILD
 PLANS SUPPER
St. MichaeI's Episcopal Members to Enjoy Event
 This Evening

Naugatuck,o ct, 10 -- A covered dish supper will Do served by st. Mlchaeis Guild of st. Mlohael's Episcopal church this evening at 0;30 in the pNrlSh house. An auction of home-eanned food will follow tho business session.
 Altos and sopranos vii rehearse at GAS D. m, Tuesday, A Holy Cotli- munion service will Do held ct 0 Q. m. Wednesday. Tho WomenS Aux Hilary will meet Rt g D, m, in the parish house, the junior Confirma- ton class will convene at 3;30 D. m, and the senior confirmation class ct 8 D, m. Troop 2, Boy Scouts, will meet at 7;30 D, m. Thursday in the parish house, The boys choir will meet at ! D, m, Friday, the Girls Choir ct and the entiere choir Nt 7;30.
 Girl Scouts will meet in the par- ish house at p, m. Friday, Ray mond Paul and Herbert Churchill will represent the church at the meeting of the New Haven Arch- deAeonry ct the Church of St James the Apostle, WestVille, TueS- day ct 6;ib D, m.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1944-10-16
WALLACE SEXTON
 IGNORED AGAIN

Naugatuck, Oct. l0-T-sgt. Wall lace T. Sexton, son Of Mrs, John Bona, 0i Locust street, NAugAtuek, c member of the eth Air Force Bomber stationed in England, has been awarded his second Oak Leaf Cluster to the Air Medal, Neeords Ing to word received here, His wife, wife Mrs. Violet Sexton, resides at a May street,
 T.Sgt Sexton received the sec. ond ward for courage, eoolness and skill" displayed on bombing missions over NaSi Europe as aa engineer and top turret gunner on 0 B-i7 bomber, He was Q maehinist at the Bristol Co,, before entering the service, December, le42.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1944-10-16
THREE INJURED IN
 FOOTBALL GAMES

Three persons were injured in school-boy and sandlot football games over the weekend.
 George Smedberg, 16, right end on the Lewis High school football team of Southington which defeated Willy. 20-0 in Municipal Stadium Saturday, was reported resting com- fortably this morning at Waterbury hospital where he vas taken after sustaining a severe back injury in a pile-up near the close of the third quarter.
 Paul Sickola, 24, Beacon Falls road, who suffered a fractured left leg in worward tackle while play ing with a scrub team yesterday, was reported in good condition at Waterbury hospital this morning.
 Paul Decrosta, l6, 36 Manila ave- nue, was treated at Waterbury hos pital Saturday afternoon for a frac- ture of the right elbow which he told authorities he received in a sand lot game.