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The Waterbury Democrat., 1944-02-16
AUTOPSY REPORT
 FREES HUSBAND
Funeral Services for Mrs. Mary Hickey to Be Held
 Friday

John Hickey, 42, IS Fuller street, who had been held by police on a coroner's warrant since Sunday night, was released yesterday after noon by Coroner Stephen A. Homick after he received a report of an autopsy performed on Hickey's wife, Mary, A, who died Saturday at her home.
 The report of the autopsy, per- formed by Medical Examiner pr. Edward H. KirSchbaum, indicated that death was not due to bruises found on the body.
 Death of Mrs. Hickey was not re- ported by her husband until late Monday night, according to Chief Inspector Joseph R. Bender of the detective bureau.
 Mrs. Hickey was borr in Water bury, a daughter of the late Frank and Elizabeth Donahue) Bergin.
 Survivors, besides her husband and 15-year-old son, John, Jr., in- clude four sisters, Catherine, Olive and Evelyn Bergin and Mrs. Clar- ence Galipault and seven brothers, William, Francis, John, Edward, Charles, Vincent and George Ser gin, all of Waterbury.
 The funeral vii be held from the Mulville Funeral Home, 27O West Main street, Friday at 9:45 a. m. to the Immaculate Conception church at 10. Burial will be in old St. Joseph's cemetery. Friends may call at the funeral home Thursday from 2 to 10 p. m.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1944-02-16
MEN
 PLAY WRITER'S
Over 200 Stories Sub. mitted in Third Naval
 Districts Prize Contest

More than two hundred short plays, written by enlisted men and women of the Navy, Coast Guard and Marine Corps, had been re- ceived when the Third Naval Dis trict's one-act play contest official ly ended yesterday Plays mailed before the closing deadline will stin be considered for the prizes offered by John Golden, who is cooperat- ing with the district in sponsoring the contest.
 The plays, which are now being read by the board of judges, come from men in all parts of the world and women in all parts of the Uni- ted States. Sailors on ships found time to write plays for the contest: Marines on distant bases; Coast Guardsmen on duty in the South Pacific and in the Mediterranean area. The themes of the plays most of which are comedies-are as varied as their sources and the ex- periences of their authors. Most deal with the war; a few reflect memories of civilian life. Prelim- mary reading has disclosed a high percentage of competence on the part of the service playrights.
 The plays will be passed upon by, in addition to MT. Golden, the fol- lowing judges: George Abbott, Guy Bolton, Rachel Brothers, Russell Grouse, Frederick Lonsdale, Kenyon Nicholson, Sampson Raphaelson, Elmer Rice and Austin Strong. The play chosen as the best will win it's author prize of $500. Authors of the next four, in order, will re- ceive $250, $125, $75 and $50.
 The winning plays, and others considered suitable, will be made available for performance in camps and stations by the personnel of the three services. No royalties will be paid for such performances, but the authors will retain all commer- cial rights in their plays.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1944-02-16

the Army Dental Corps, according to a War Department announce ment.
 Early J. Beller of Waterville has been promoted from captain to major at Fort Hancock, N. J. He has been in the regular Army serv- ice since 1926.
 Private Elaine Biron of 305 Will low street has been transferred from the post headquarters at Fort Bliss, Texas, where she served with the ration section, to the forts military personnel section. She en- tered the. WAC last Aug. 10. The daughter of MT. and Mrs. Donat w. Biron, she was employed at the ra- tion board headquarters before en- listing.
 Private First Class Joseph Valic- kaS, former Waterburian, is receiv- ing treatment for wounds at Lyons Hospital in New Jersey. He visited friends here last week. Boston Headquarters for WO- mems Army Corps Recruiting an- nounced recently that New England went over the top so far as Air Corps enlistments went. COnnecti-
 cut alone enlisted three times the quota assigned to it, indicating that the representatives of the Corps and the civilian recruiters are working together and working hard.
 Headquarters feels that since this state has been successful in Janu- ary it cannot fail to continue to be successful with so much energy and effort displayed. The order in the states came out: l. Connecticut. 2. Vermont.
 3. New Hampshire. 4. Maine.
 5. Rhode Island. 6. Massachusetts. The Service Command has done very well, both in quality and quantity, and has achieved for it. self an enviable record. An Eighth AAF Bomber Station, England - The promotion of Fran cis H. Durham, of Waterbury, Conn.,, from the grade of Private First Class to Corporal in the Army Air Corps has been announced by Headquarters, Eighth Air Force.
 Durham, who is stationed at this heavy bOmbardment base, is the son of Mrs. Irene Durham, of 378 East Main street, Waterbury, with whom he made his home before entering the Army in December, 1942. A 194O graduate of Wilby High school, he
The Waterbury Democrat., 1944-02-16

Corporal John E. Brickel, Jr. of 151 Waterville street, is receiving as an Army presentation cadet at Keesler Field, Miss. He is the son of MT. and Mrs. John E. Brickel.
 Corporal Stephen J. Rauscher of 51 Ridgewood street has resumed duties at Camp Mccoy, Wis, after completing a furlough here.
 Ronald F. Carroll of IT Cherry street has completed training at the Navy radio school at Sampson, N. Y., and has the rating of radioman, third class.
 Howard J. Clancy, son of MT. and Mrs. Dennis J. Clancy of 58 Holmes avenue, has been promoted from captain to major at South Pacific post, according to word received here.
 Cyril w. Mellette, Jr. of 28 Nell son avenue has completed course at the Navy gunner's mate school at San Diego, Calf. He enlisted last June Il and now holds the rating of gunner'S mate, third class.
 Robert G. Archambault of 96 Ed- win avenue has completed primary training at the Army flight school at Thunderbird Field, Glendale, AriZ He entered the service Oct. g, 1942.
 Richard E. Guerin of Bristol, has been commissioned second lieu tenant at Pampa Field, Texas, where he is serving as 8 bomber pilot.
 Private First Class Earl L. Car rington of 87 Macarthur Drive is serving in the South Pacific with medical unit. The son of MT. and Mrs. George H. Darlington, he has been in the service four years.
 Private Edward Stoltman of Meri- den, Major Alex Smith, industrial services officer in Boston. and Pri- vate Maitland of Buffalo, N. Y., toured the Waterbury and Middle bury plants of the U. s. Time Corps, recently in connection with the war bond drive.
 Private First Class Attilio J. Full iero, of 40 West Clay street was kill ed in action at Kwajalein atoll on the Marshall Island, Feb. 3, accord ing to a War Department telegram received yesterday by his parents, MT. and Mrs. Vincent Fuliero. He had been serving with an amphib- ious engineers unit.
 A graduate of Crosby High school and former employe of the Ameri- can Brass Co.,, he entered the service. year and a half ago. He had seen overseas service at Dutch Harbor. Alaska, Kiska, and Honolulu. Add Service NEWS .. .. :. ....
 Andrew E. Santopietro of 101 Division street, has been adv"''"~d from first lieutenant to captain in
The Waterbury Democrat., 1944-02-16

was employed as an apprentice tool maker by ScoviII Manufactur- ing Company, Waterbury, prior to his induction. He has been overseas eight months.
 An Eighth AAF Bomber Station, England - Staff Sergeant Howard B. Knowles, son of MT. and Mrs. Charles KDQwles of Box 3O8, New Milford, s, and ball turret gunner he Eighth AAF Flying Fortyess ~Quiet Moment" has been awarh&a the Air Medal for ''cour- age, cOO1ness and skiIP' displayed on five combat missions over Nazi
 Before enlisting in the AAF in December, 1942, Sergeant Knowles was student at Post Junior Col Iege in Waterbury.
 From a 18th Air Force Bomber Base-2nd It. Edward T. Piccard, Jr., of Kent, Conn, navigator on B-24 Liberator, recently returned from a raid on the Pisa marshalling yards in Italy.
 After the heavy fax of the pre- vious days mission, we went out today loaded for bear, but only found mice.'
 The marshalling yards were be- Ieved rendered unserviceable for some time to come.
 Aviation Cadet Lionel Violette, son of J. L. ViOlette, of 54 East Dover street, was recently awarded a sharpshOoter's medal for proficiency in firing the .45 caliber automatic pistol at Maxwell Field, Ala, an in StallatiOn of the AAF Training Com mand.
 Here he is completing nine weeks of intensive pre-fiight training in military, physical fitness and aca- demic subjects.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1944-02-16

price of admission the committee realized total of $63.95 and from the sale of artificial flowers, of ex- ceptional beauty and workmanship, $2O was realized. The flowers were made and donated by the sisters of the Sacred Heart convent.
 When the Fourth Loan drive off, c1ally opened Mayor John s. Mon- agan attended the student body rally and congratulated the young sters on their manifestation of pa- triotic interest. He wishes the youngsters success in their under taking. His honor, however, little hoped at that time that the Sac- red Heart High school salesmen were to achieve a record which eclipse the combined sales of four other local high schools.
 If the treasury departments Minute Man" flag seem to fly with unusual vigor and pride these days, there's reason. Yesterday ses- SionS at the Sacred Heart High school were temporarily suspended to permit the committee to compile records and incidentally for an in- formal Victory Party"
 Members of the Sophomore class contributed to the gaiety of the occasion by staging a sparkling musi- cal comedy, Nurse To You". A number of original songs and music highlighted the program.
 Father Dial congratulated the students on their splendid success and declared that he and the Sis- ters of the parish were indeed proud of their achievement. Rev. Henry Quinn, pastor, also sent his congratulations to the happy youngsters.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1944-02-16

Chairman James E. Moran of the Waterbury campaign committee has extended his congratulations to the student body, to the enthusiastic nuns and to Rev. John A. Dial, principal. a formal statement will be issued shortly in recognition of the magnificent showing made by the Sacred Heart High school. With an enrolment of 225 students the per capita sales of the school dur ing the campaign was $169.55.
 Gerard Berry, student chairman of the drive, announced this morn ing that figures compiled by the committee indicated bond sales of
The Waterbury Democrat., 1944-02-16

permitting storage of the fuel oil on the verandas of the apartments.
 Another damage suit filed against the landlord as result of the fire is still pending. It is brought by Harry Krasow. as administrator of the estate of Michael T. Ford who died in the fire. Damages Of $15,000 are sought. Terms of settlement in the Margolis case were not revealed.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1944-02-16
Fire Victims Case
 Taken From Docket
Settlement Effected Today in Action for $lO,OOO
 Plaintiffs Injured in Tragic Apartment Block Fire

settlement out of court has been reached in the $10OOO fire injury suit brought by Dora and Samuel Margos both of Waterbury, against Thomas J. McGrath, of premises at 432 West Main Street. which were destroyed by fire April 6, 1941 it disclosed today hearing in the damage suit scheduled for today in superior court but called off when counsel for the plaintiff informed Judge Frank McEvoy disposition
The Waterbury Democrat., 1944-02-16
High School Classes
 Set Impressive Mark
 In Bond, Stamp Drive
Total Sales ApprOxmating $45,OOO Eclipse All COnl- petition; Chairman Moran Sends Congratulations;
 Victory Celebration Held By Jubilant Youngsters

The Sacred Heart High School will be officially crowned champions of the nerscholasc sales division of the Fourth War Campaign in Waterbury, Registering overall sales of bonds and savings stamps for the impressive amount of 935 it evident today that the 'out east institution of learning will be officially acclaimed "tops" among the schools of the Waterbury district if not in the state
The Waterbury Democrat., 1944-02-16
FAT JOB
 GOES ALONG WELL
Collected in Decem= Der Here; City's Quota
 2O,483 Pounds

Collection of kitchen fats in Wa terbury reached a new high of 1O,1O4 pounds during December, the state salvage committee announced today. The city's quota is 20,483 pounds. For the entire month, 2O4, ,681 pounds of kitchen fats were turned in throughout the state, to reach 57 per cent of the quota.
 Records for other cities were:
 Hartford, 34,297 pounds, or 87 per cent of its quota; New Haven, 17,738 pounds, or 53 per cent of its quota; Bridgeport, 17,267 pounds, 55' per cent of its quota, Beacon Falls, 28 per cent of quota; Cheshire, 53 per cent; Middlebury, 12 per cent; Naugatuck, 60 per cent; Southbury, 19 per cent; Litchfield, 54 per cent; Thomaston, 48 per cent; Torring- ton, 39 per cent; Washington, 89 per cent; Watertown, Al per cent; Woodbury, 73 per cent.
 Since it began its pogram of silo construction in 1940, Bulgaria has
The Waterbury Democrat., 1944-02-16

Young Rinaldi and Joe Kinney against Leo DeJoy. Refreshments will be serve dafter the enter tainment which has been ar- ranged by Chairman Joseph Per- ry.
 Rev. Joseph Sullivan, newly appointed chaplain, will open the program. Assisting Chairman Per- ry on the committee are: Edward Coughlin, Wilosn O'Connor, Mar tin Crean, Earl Rossi, Robert Blacker, Bill Weir, John O'Rourke, Pen McDonough, John Ruzin- kovic, Charles Roller, Bernard Burns and Edward Fitzgerald.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1944-02-16

(COmmltteeman)
 The Chase Harmony Four made up of Peter Rinaldi, Fred Mac Leland, George Simpson and Earl Rossi, will be featured at the annual St. Thomas Holy Name smoker tomorrow evening in the parish hali at 8 o'clock. Other en- tertainers will include Tom Gar rity, guitarist; Frank Romano, master of ceremonies; Henry Rin- aldi, accordionist; James Greece, dancer; Al Dodeus, pianist; and the Three Strings.
 Charley Eagle, local pro fighter, will referee the boxing bouts fea- turing Bud Divigard against
The Waterbury Democrat., 1944-02-16

Demand for safety footwear by Great Britain's industrial workers has increased beyond current pro- duction capacity.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1944-02-16
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Nothing Will Perk Up A Mans Mo- roIe And Rejuvenote His Outlook Like A CoIorfuI New Spring Tie From Our GIomorous Stock. ~sa From the grave to the goy-From
 the viewpoint of the man who
 takes fife seriously = To the man
 who can see the humorous side in oil things "A selection that poys
 tribute to the ambitious mulberry
 leuf silk worm - As we'll the re-
 search laboratories of synthetic
 products thot take the place of
 silk in this modern period of sub-
 stitution = Special displays ct
 $l.15 end 1.50-GIoriousIy new.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1944-02-16

Since it began its pogram of silo construction in 1940, Bulgaria has built 15,00O silos, 7,500 in 1943.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1944-02-16

Add Service NEWS .. .. :. ....
 Andrew E. Santopietro of 101 Division street. has been adv""""d from first lieutenant to captain in
Carbon County news., 1944-11-30
Ask ME -
ANOTHER (
The Questions
A General Quiz


l. Who popularized the story of
President McKinley's message to
Garcia, the Cuban revolutionary?
2. Who painted the renown Sis
tine Madonna?
3. What is the name of the knob
like protuberance on the front of
saddle?
4. Which part of your body can't
you touch with both hands at the
same time?
.. In what country is the ancient
fortress the Alhambra?
6. What was the first name Of
George Washington's father?
Z. What is chrysotile?
o. What is a protocol?
The AnsWers
1. Elbert Hubbard.
2. Raphael.
3. Pommel.
4. Your elbow.
5. Spain.
6. Augustine.
7. Asbestos.
8. A preliminary draft of a
treaty.
Carbon County news., 1944-11-30

The artist shows the relative aIti-
tude of the new Nazidom's much
vaunted W. IOng-range rocket being
used against Britain. The missiles
fly through the stratosphere, going
up into it at least so miles. They
have been described as flying tele-
phone poles. Reports from Europe
report that fleet of submarines and
ships are being assembled for w
attacks on the United States.
Montgomery County sentinel., 1944-08-31
Walters DePuy

Mr.. and Mrs. E. Raymond De-
Puy announce the marriage of
their daughter, Miss Jane Eliza
beth DePuy to Mr.. Aubrey Navar-
re Walters, son of Mr.. and Mrs.
John Carroll Walters of Darnes-
town, Md. the ceremony being per-
formed on Saturday, August 26.
Church of the Ascension, Gathers
burg by Canon Freeman Peter,
Rector.
Mr.. and Mrs. Walters are spend
ing their honeymoon in Atlantis
City and upon their return will be
live in Chevy Chase. Both are en-
ployed at the Public Health in
bethesda.
Out OF town guests for the weo.
ding were the brides grandmother
Mrs. Elizabeth Woods, of Tona-
wanda, New York, her aunt, Mrs
Glen Rech and son, William, also
of Tonawanda and Mrs. Charles E
Toms, of Free Port, Long Island
New York.
Montgomery County sentinel., 1944-08-31

Mrs. Gertrude Rynex, Mr.. Allan
Rynex, Mr.. James Mount, Mr.. and
Mrs. William Stewart, Mr.. and
Mrs. A. Colman and Mr.. and Mrs.
S. Coleman were the guests of Mr..
and Mrs. A. H. Sorgenfrei on their
49th wedding anniversary, Satur-
day, August 26th. A lovely din
ner was enjoyed by all with Mrs.
Carroll Ware, famous for her cul-
mary ability, contributing many Of
her favorite delicacies.
The final Vesper Service of the
summer was held at the Assembly
Hall on Sunday evening, with DR..
VIM. 7. Cover bringing the mes
sage. Musical selections were sung
by Mr.. Charles Hitler and a local
male sextet composed of Mayor
McCathran, Rev. r. A. Rice, 1t.
B. P. Dalhstrom, Mr.. Everett Bean,
Mr.. John Hughes and Nj. Robert
Billhimer.
On Saturday evening at the
Woman's Club a "Bond Burning
Party" will be held. Everyone is
welcome 10 this affair and fine Ell
tertainment and refreshments will
be furnished at no charge.
Montgomery County sentinel., 1944-08-31
Historical Society
Forms County Branch

Mrs. Lilly C. Stone was elected
president of the newly formed
Montgomery County Chapter of
the Maryland Historical Society at
a meeting held in Bethesda Tues
day evening August %.
The meeting, which marked the
first branch opening of the His
torical Society, included the follow
ing speakers: Senator George L.
Radcliffe o., Md, president Of
the society; Representative ].
Glenn Beall (R., Md; James Fos-
ter, director of the society; Com
mander Carol Morgan, U.S.N.,
member of an old Maryland family.
Besides Mrs. Stone, other elect
ed were: Second Assistant Post
master General Smith Purdun,,
honorary vice president, and Judge
Stedman Prescott of the Montgo-
merry County Circuit Court; Re-
preventative Beall, County Com
missioner William Prescott, Mrs.
Harry Corrick and Miss Byrd Belt
as vice presidents.
Mrs. Rudolph Bopp was elected
recording secretary and Mrs. JOS
eph Betterly was elected CORES
ponding secretary. Other elected
officers included DR.. Raymond Mel
son, chaplain; Mrs. Evan Condor,
treasurer, and the Rev. Herbert 0.
Cooper, the Rev. Henry Pasma, the
Rev. Albertson and Harry Welch,
members of the council.
Montgomery County sentinel., 1944-08-31
Mrs. Robert S. Billhimer
Tele. GGithers6urg 54-J

We are glad to report that Mrs
Herbert Hunt is coming along nice.
ly after an operation last week al
Doctors Hospital,
Mr.. and Mrs. William Waters
and daughters, Marian and Estells
spent several days last week al
Bedford, Pa.
Miss Gertruoe Wiber and Miss
Esther Clarke are spending their
vacations at Atlantic City. They
are accompanied by Miss Grace
Goodpasture of Washington.
Mrs. Harman Haley and child
rem, Harman, Jr., and Frances Of
Stuarts Draft, Va, are houseguests
of Mr.. and Mrs. Herbert Liller.
On Tuesday surprise birthday
party was given Harman, with
about rs guests present.
Miss Sarah Gray has returned
home after spending a month at
Ocean City, Nd, and Miami, Fla.
Mr.. and Mrs. Clarence Archi
bald had as overnight guests last
week, their daughter, Mrs. Henry
Wilson, and nieces, Mrs. Horace
Barber and Mrs. Frank Hughes:
Mrs. Charles Myers entertained
fifteen friends on Saturday even
ing with an old fashioned game
party.
A surprise party was given to
Virginia Shaw on Saturday even
ing in honor of her 10Th birth
day, with Mrs. Georgia Lee Shaw
as hostess. About thirty young
people were present to enjoy
dancing and a buffet supper.
Miss Carolyn Dahlstrom is visit
ing friends and relatives in north
ern New Jersey.
Montgomery County sentinel., 1944-08-31
By VIRGINIA VALE
Released by Western Newspaper Unio;

HUGHIE GREEN, drop
i L ping in from London,
brought first-hand news of
Americanflm stars overseas.
You may remember Hughie
from RKO's "Tom Browns
Schooldays," or one of his
Ameri stage appear
ances; he's now a flying Off
Ger in the RCAF air transport COM
mand. You missed something if you
didn't hear him on British Broad
casting company's Atlantic Spot
light; one Saturday he was on Lon
don's half of the program. ribbing
American radio, and the following
Saturday he ribbed British radio
from New York! He says Jimmie
Stewart has won the admiration and
respect of army men for his work.
y
Bebe Daniels, whom the British
love because she stayed ON in Lon
don to entertain them despite the
blitz, staggered everybody when she
Montgomery County sentinel., 1944-08-31
COLESVILLE

The Rev. and Mrs. William Firth
attended the Jurisdictional Educa-
tional Conference held in Allen
town, Pa, as representatives of
the Baltimore Conference and this
week they are attending the Pas
tors School at Westminster. Re Z.
Firth will be back to preach on
Sunday, Sept. 2
Mr.. and Mrs. Paul Boerum have
their son, Gilbert Boerum, I &c of
Texas home with them for few
days.
Mrs. Dan Lewis and daughter,
Judith and Mrs. Claude Hobbs left
on Tuesday by train to meet Cpl.
Dan Lewis at the home Of his par
ents, Mr.. and Mrs. Frank Lewis of
Midletown. Cpl. Lewis is to leave
for the West Coast the last of the
week. Mrs. Lewis and Mrs. Hobbs
are staying over for a few days.
Mrs. Ruth Burnell entertained
the Youth Fellowship Social at her
home on Tuesday evening.
Mr.. and Mrs. James Anderson
have returned from their vacations
in New Jersey.
Miss Ethel Lavenia Thompson
had as her weekend guests Ca
therine Sheridan, Y &c, and Bonna
Kistler, SIX &c of Spar Barracks,
stationed at American University,
Washington, D. C.
Mrs. Eleanor Bailey and child
reen, Mr.. Claude Hobbs, and daugh-
ter, Audrey were dinner guests
Sunday of Mr.. and Mrs. Donald
Hobbs of Brini1low.
Mr.. and Mrs. Donald Hobbs
have returned from their vacation
at Ocean City, Md. Their child
rem stayed with the formers par
ents, Mr.. and Mrs. Claude Hobbs
of Colesville.