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The Waterbury Democrat., 1944-06-19
OAKVILLE Correspondent: Alice StafstFOm
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CHILDREN'S DAY
 PROGRAM STAGED
Bibles and Certificates Awarded Union COngre-
 gational Church Pupils

Oakville, June l9-Sunday morn ing, Children's day was observed m the Union Congregational church Children from the nursery and Kim dergarten departments sang Father We Thank Thee" and gave a story entitled "The Lambs. Stanley and James Everett played the symphorl- cites for the primary department. Elizabeth Brody, Frances Dispoto, Gertrude Carey, Kenneth Greason, Edith Beres, and Moulyn Shaw, told various stories about Bible charac- ters. Members of the junior depart ment presented a worship program. The sixth grade presented Making Friends With Paul." the seventh grade presented a guidebook for the church. Helen Beveridge and Char lotte Andrews sang duet Tn the Garden"
 Members of the Sunday school classes who are leaving the primary department and entering the junior department received Bibles. Certifi- cates and seals were presented to tIlOoC AldNhlh pSAACSb aNVSA9duA4SN'
 The junior choir under the direc- ton of Mrs. George Pelzen sang during the offertory.
 Floyd Cameron, organist; Will liam Teach, Richard Gilchrist, Charles Krantz and Richard Brad shaw were the ushers.
 This service concludes the church school until the second Sunday in September.
 During the next two weeks be- ginning June 26 to July 9th vacation school will be held in the church hall.
 The Ladies society of the Union Congregational church will hold its meeting in the church Wednes- day afternoon at 2:30 p m.
 Tuesday evening at 7:30 the Pil- grim Fellowship of the Union Con- gregational church will hold a dance inthe church hall. All young people are invited to attend.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1944-06-19
TOWN NLAUDED
 BY GOVERNOR.
Baldwin, in Centennial Ad- ress, Praises Expansion
 of Industry

Naugatuck, June 19.-Gov. Ray. mond E. Baldwin and Cong. Joseph E. Talbot, a native of Naugatuck in addresses at the centennial cele-
 bration Saturday night on the Futile high school lawn, lauded local residents who have made Nau- gatuck a thriving community.
 Gov. Baldwin said some of his happiest months of his boyhood days were spent in Naugatuck and Bea- con Falls. He added he was great ly honored in being with the peo- pie of Naugatuck on such an i'm portant occasion. He mentioned the expansion of industry and how the people had kept abreast by steadily beautifying the borough and provid- ing for hte wants of its citizens.
 Cong. Talbot, who came from Washington for the celebration, told of the advancement of the bor- ough. Special mention was made by him of the first electric sign in Naugatuck. It was purchased by a coal dealer. It was small and 1t spelled Coal. Nearly every resi- dent came out to see the sign the first night the electricity was turned on, he said.
 Warden Leo J. Brophy said the story of Naugatuck 'fs a fascinat- ing tale of community that pulled its ownself up by its boot straps and continued on to greater glory"
 The six episodes presented depict ing life in Naugatuck 100 years ago were "The LittIe Red Schoolhouse"; Sunday School Concert" "A Knife, A Button, A Boot; The Quilting Bee";; Josiah Culver's General Store and the "Town Meeting"
 Harris Whittemore. Jr., was mas. ter of ceremonies and introduced the speakers. Music was furnished by the Community band.
 The large tent in which the pageant was staged was originally thought ample for its accommo- dated 1,500 persons. But Saturday night the tent was packed to over flow and it is probablye more could have been accommodated.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1944-06-19
WATERBURY DOG
 NEARING TITLE
"P. Us NewsbOy" Adds Another Point at Vest
 port Show

Westport, June 1o.-Although he has made only four starts, "P. Us Newsboy," 14-months old Boston Terrier, owned by MT. and Mrs. Patsy Brown of Chestnut avenue, Waterbury, has been declared win- ner three times. going winner and best of winners here Saturday in the West Hudson Kennel Club show at the Long Shore Country club.
 By virtue of this victory, P. Us Newsboy acquired one more point toward his championship, making a tottal of seven points he has secured in four starts. Eight more and the coveted honor of being a cham pion will be his.
 Mrs. Ted Rourke of Cheshire went reserve winner with her female in this same show while Peter Richie of Waterbury won blue showing Grown Prince.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1944-06-19
MIDDLE LEBURY COErospendents Nancy RIlsy
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CHURCH PICNIC
 DATE SELECTED
Mrs. Helen Bates Chair. man of Congregational
 Event at Lake June B

Middlebury, June l9 The an- nual Congregational church picnic will be held on June g at Lake Quassapaug with supper at 6 p. m. Mrs. Helen Bates is chairman and Rev. James Whitaker will be in charge of the athletic program.
 The Board of Selectmen will be in session on Thursday of the third weeks of June, July, August and September from 9 a. m. to 12 o'clock noon for the purpose of receiving applications by mall or in person for admission as electors in the Town of Middlebury. Only such persons as are found qualified and who be- cause of service in the armed forces were unable to be admitted as electors prior to their entry into the service of the United States may be admitted at the above sessions. Applications for admission as elec- tors may be obtained by such per- sons from the Town Clerk or from their commanding officer.
 Miss Julie Pyle, daughter of Dr. and Mrs. Edwin Pple returned We'd nesday from the Emma Willard Schools, Troy, N. Y, for the summer vacation.
 MT. and Mrs. Paul E. Fenton have returned from a several days trip to Canada.
 Mrs. Chris Riley, Yale avenue spent Sunday in New London.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1944-06-19

@. am a veteran of World War No. 9 and am entitled to the good conduct ribbon and the good con- duct medal which never received. How may I obtain them? A. B., Manchester, N H.
 A. If you have a copy of the order on which you were awarded the good conduct medal or it is entered in remarks on your discharge cer- tiflcate, you may purchase a rib- bon at any military store. The good conduct medal will not be issued until after the cessation of the present hostilities.
 e. How may obtain discharge button? A. S., Concord, N. H.
 A. By mailing your honorable discharge certificate to the nearest Army post or camp.
 @. What do the initials E. T. O. signify? L. D., Newport, Vermont.
 A. European Theater of Opera tions.
 c. What is the difference between a flight officer and a second lieu tenant, A. S., Birmingham, Mass.
 A, A second lieutenant is com- missioned officer and flight officer is not. .,
 @. What chance has a flight of- ficer of promotion? O. R., Worcester. Mass.
 A. A flight officers chance for promotion is the same as everyone else in the service. Promotions are awarded to all military personnel on a basis of merit.
 @. If a soldier is chosen as an Aviation Cadetb does 1t mean he has possibilities of becoming an officer? Y. V, Webster, Mass.
 A. Yes, it does.
 @. Can. anyone have star Tn the window for nephews or son-ir- law in service2 M A, Stoneham, Mass.
 A. Only members of the service mans immediate family are author ized to have a service flag in the window.
 O. Is the mail that leaves the United States for foreign ports cen- sored in the United States? N. E. Y, Biddeford, Me.
 A. The mail to servicemen over seas is censored here in the United States.
 o. Does a soldier have to have contributed to support of his par ents for a period of year or more before entering the service in order for them to receive Family Allow ance? M. s. Middleboro, Mass.
 A. No. A certificate of dependency is submitted in support of their ap- plication and the information given in the certificate establishes the fact of dependency. Determination as to whether Family Allowance shall be paid is based on this information and is made by the Oftice of De- pendency Benefits at Newark, N J.
 O. My husband is in Italy and was promoted to Sgt. from Pvt, could you tell me when I will receive the increased amount? Mrs. c. B. C., New Bedford.
 A. The fact that a soldier is over-
The Waterbury Democrat., 1944-06-19

Thomaston, June 19-Most Rev. erend Henry O'Brien, Auxiliary Bis- hop of the Hartford Diocese, ad- Tninlstered the Sacrament of Con- 3irmation to a class of 98 children and i3 adults Saturday afternoon at 6 o'clock at St. Thomas church in Q very impressive ceremony.
 Sponsors were Miss Marguerite Danaher and Harry Danaher. Fol lowing the ceremony Bishop O'Brien congratulated Rev. John McGrath. pastor of St. Thomas church, and his assistant, Rev. John Rzasa, on the manner in which the children were instructed He also congrat- Clated the children's parents and urged them to watch over their children as closely as possible to prevent them from getting into ha- bits of vice.
 Evelyn Copeland Resigns
 The board of education will meet Tuesday evening in the High school at 7:30. The hireing of mathe- matics teacher and the resignation of Miss Evelyn Copeland, Junior High school. English teacher will be acted upon.
 The selectmen and town clerk will be in session Wednesday eve ming, June q between and 9 p. m. in the court room of the town hall to admit electors. All persons eligible to become voters are requested to attend.
 Farley Tonight
 The Thomaston Democratic Wo-
The Waterbury Democrat., 1944-06-19
CTS LIKE 'EM SUNNY SIDE UP

Chicago - (U.PD Dagwood Night at the United Service Center revealed that when members of the armed forces have a chance to cook their own eggs, they insist that the eggs be fried, sunny side up and never scrambled Stuart Me- Cutcheon, supervisor, explained that the boys have had powdered eggs so often, as part of their rati0ns, that when they have a real egg they want 1t to look like a real egg. T think" he said, this is a custom which will remain after the war, the same as the three-on-a-rnatch sup- erstition hung over from the last war. They seem to feel that scrambled eggs are unlucky."
The Waterbury Democrat., 1944-06-19
WATERToWN
WATERFOWL
 stephen Correspondent lOoa Rev. Leonard Dillon CommencementG Guest
LaSalette Father, WatertOwn Native, Addresses St
 Johns Graduates; Pastor Distributes Diplomas

Blessed Sacrament, 70, salutaris" the class; litany and act of Consi- cration to the Sacred Heart; 'Tan- tun Ergo, the class; We March We March to Victory, the class. The program closed with the play ing the recessional by Miss Roberge.
 Members of the graduating class
 are: Jean L. Boucher, Melville J. Bradley, William G.. Carew, Grace c. Collins, Russell G. Edwards, Mar garet M. Garceau, Lorraine w. Genest Lucien, w. Grenier, Anthony J. Lamson, Irene c. Mccarthy, Thomas P. McGough, Donald J. Wicket, Lawrence 0. Miller, Claire J. Milot, Vivien M. Pichette, Gerard J. Pichette, Paul H. Poudnier, Lor- raine M. Quesnel, Mary V. Quill, John T. 'Vailionis and Agnes A. Zdanis.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1944-06-19

Watertown, June l9--Pink and white peonies banked the altar of St. Johns church Sunday afternoon when Commencement exercises of St. Johns school took place. The en tire musical program was sung by the graduating class with Miss Marie Roberge organist of St. Johns church at the organ.
 The commencement program was as follows: Procsssional, Miss Ro- berge; Mother, At Your Feet is Kneeling", the class; Come Holy
The Waterbury Democrat., 1944-06-19
The Army Kno1Us AH The Ansvers--Any Questions?

seas or promoted does not increase the amount payable to his depend- ents for Family Allowance. If the soldier wishes to send them an ad- ditional amount he must file author ization for a Glass E allotment with his personnel officre.
 Address all inquiries of factual military nature to Public Relations Officer, Hqs. First Service Command, sos Commonwealth Avenue, Bos- ton, Mass.)
The Waterbury Democrat., 1944-06-19
Children's Day Program

Children's day and the baptism of Children were held at the Il o'clock service in the Congregational church Sunday morning. The following children were baptized: Thomas Frank Foran, son of Joseph and Doris R. Oynn) Foran; Ann Louise, Kastner daughter of George Kurt Kastner Jr., and Katherine (Rohn) Kastner, Martha Westover Madison, daughter of George s. and Edith (Curtiss) Mattson; Leslie Joan Root and James Harold Root, daughter and son of Harold L. and Caroline (Wilhenfy) Root; Albert Day Shaw, son of Albert Day and Thelma Eva (Duer) Shaw, Joseph Anthony Trot- ta, son of Joseph Anthony Trotta Jr. and Gertrude (White) Trotta.
 The following children were awarded certificates of promotion from the primray to the junior de- partment of the church school. Da- vid Alexander, Kenneth Parker, Frank Gustafson, Helen Woodbury, Sandra Shaw, Glenn Terrill, Roger Payne, Lionel Olives, Robin Hall, Jerry Keeler, Betty Lou Candee, Nancy Alexander, Thomas Butter field, Stedman Sweet, Paul Reichen- bach and Evelyn Ann Woods, Chil- dren who received certificates of promotion from the junior to the Young Peoples departments were: Pollyanne Atwood, Ellen Depew, Susan Coon, Ruth Meyers, Lois Randall, Shirley Sergeant, Octavia Smith. Phyllis Starry, Nanny Toffey, Barbara Ward, Wilfred Bryan, Jr., Sherwin Gillette, Royal Meyers and Edawrd Smith.
 Bibles awarded in recognition of having memorized certain required work were given to Polly Cummings, Bernice Butterfield, Shirley Sarg- cant, Lois Randall, Kenneth Depew and Charles Woodward.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1944-06-19
ALPHABETICAL OFFsHOOT

Omaha. Neb. = (UP) - Spebsqsa Is the diminutive form of the name Of a Nebraska organization. It stands for Society for the Preserva- ton and Encouragement of Barber Shop Quartet Singing in America, and is an offshoot of Ak-Sar- Ben q state service organization.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1944-06-19
LEVY TAX FOR POSTWAR

Chicago - (UP) Over a test period of 60 days. Fort Myers, Fla, will collect tax of one-half of per cent on gross receipts of every person, firm or business operating within the city. The new levy was adopted In an attempt to discover means of financing a postwar pub lic works program, according to the International City Managers Assn
The Waterbury Democrat., 1944-06-19

eritus of the Plymouth Congrega- tional church, delivered the sesqui- centennial sermon at the Wey- bridge, CVt., Congregational church Sunday morning from the same pull pit he occupied nearly half a cen tury ago.
 Rev. MT. Carlson, father of Lieu tenant Colonel Evans Carlson, leader of the famou "Carlson's s Raiders" Marine unit, in his ad- dress Sunday recalled that on a single afternoon he performed the first two weddings in the Weybridge church while on another occasion he was assisted by two other min- isters, Waybridge is a small con- munity near Middlebury College which MT. Carlson attended.
 Mrs. Ruby North, principal of the Plymouth Center school, has announced a total of $2,6S0.65 in stamps and bonds have been sold to pupils the past school year. The children also collected and sold nearly Il tons of paper as well as contributing large variety of ar- ticles for the Junior Red Cross.
 Annual Reunion
 The annual reunion of the Skilton families will be held Saturday June "A in WatertoWn, Cyrus A. Skilton, Mt. Tobe farmer, is one of the old est memebrs of the group.
 Lieutenant Eugene Blum, sta- toned at a rest camp in New York where he is recovering from injuries received in England when his plane crashed, and Curtis Blum, s 2ic, stationed at Newport, R. l., are spending furloughs at the home of their parents, MT. and Mrs. John Blum of West Main street.
 Waste Paper Drive
 Howard Whear, chairman of the Terryville Salvage Committee. an- nounces July IA and 15 will be col- lection dates for waste paper. The Salvage committee urges co-opera- tion from the townspeople in pre- pairing the paper properly and plac- ing it at the curb. During the two days of the waste paper drive. trucking facilities will be provided by the Town of Plymouth and others, manned by the Boy Rangers and the two troops of Boy Scouts together with older workers.
 A meeting of Scout leaders and chairmen of Scout Committees in Thomaston, Plymouth and Terry- vile will be held in the Community building, Plymouth, Thursday night to complete plans for e Scout Camp-O-Eee late in July.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1944-06-19
LONE MINISTER

Southampton, Mass. - (UP0 - The only minister in Southampton is Dr. James B. Yee, pastor of the First Congregational Church, who was born in China and orphaned at the age of 10.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1944-06-19

Special Notice v. F. W. ANNUAL BAzAAR-Un- der the auspices of Alexander Gre- gorek Post No. 572 and Auxiliary. Old School Grounds, Thomaston Conn, June IS, l7-2l. 22, 2S, 24, Booths, Novelties, Prizes. $l0 free to lucky winner each night. Band Concert, Friday, June 23rd. Ferris Wheel Highboy cedar chest and contents awarded June 24. Bingo- Bingo.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1944-06-19

WANTED-High school girl to take care of children either afternoons or evenings. Call 894-3. Ask for Mrs. Brown.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1944-06-19
Retnrn Bakery Plates

Residents who have purchased bakery at the carnival which was conducted by the Welcome Home Carnival committee last week are requested to return the plates or pans to the Lions Club rooms in Scott's black as soon as possible so owners may call for them.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1944-06-19

Cheshire's bond purchases are not as rapid as in former drives. A to- tai of $ll9,800 is required to fill the quota and 1t is understood that only 10 per cent of that amount has been subscribed thus far. There have been the usual number of small purchas- es but not any of great amounts. It is epected that local citizens will see their way clear to make the addi- tional purchases before the close of the above which is three weeks in the future.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1944-06-19

4 total of 56,32e spanish political prisoners have been granted condi- tional liberty in the last year, leav- ing about 25.000 still held.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1944-06-19
Robert Littlejohn of Chestnut Grov road.
Tn Sell Bonds Tonight

To Sell Bonds Tonight
 Members of the Council of Cath olic Women will sell war bonds and stamps in the lobby of the Cameo theater tonight, in conjunction with the Fifth War Loan campaign.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1944-06-19
THoMASToN
13 Adults Among III
 Confirmed Saturday
Most Rev. Henry OBrien, Auxiliary Bishop, Admin. isters Sacrament at St. Thomas Church

mems club will meet this evening at the home of Mrs. Richard Gal. way of Bristol street. A pot lucl supper will be served at 800. Mrs Chase Going Woodhouse, former secretary of state, will be thC speaker. Guests from all Litchfielc County Democratic Women's clubs are expected to be present.
 The Veterans of Foreign Wars Carnival will be conducted Wednes- day, Thursday, Friday and Satur- day evenings at the Old Center school Green. A Ferris wheel and merry-go-round will be added at- fractions. A special feature will be band concert by the Thomaston Ma rine Band Friday evneing.
 Petty Officer End Glass Mario De Pecol, U. s. Navy spent short leave at the home of his parents, Mir and Mrs. August DePecol of William street. He returned to duty Sunday evening,
 Nurse on FurlOuRh
 It. Marion Doran, Army nursing corps stationed at Fort Devens Mass, spent the week end at the home of her parents, MT. and Mrs William Doran of South Main street
 Petty Officer 2nd Glass Benny De Pecol is expected home soon on a 7-day furlough. He Is the son of MT. and Mrs. August De Pecol oi William street.
 Edward Stuart, high school ath- letic instructor, has accepted posi- ton at the Hallden Machine Co.,, for the summer.
 Bernard Lynch is patient at St. Mary's hospital where he Is under observation.
 MT. and Mrs. James Leon of Bridgeport spent Sunday at the home of MT. and Mrs. Harry Lynch, High street.
 Summer School
 Miss Mary Doyle and Mrs. Doris Waters, members of the Grove street school faculty, will attend summer school at Teachers college New Britain.
 Troop No. 2, Girl Scouts, met this FsA FVNH.- \. 4 al.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1944-06-19

Troop No. 2, Girl Scouts, met this morning at St. Thomas hall to make plans for a picnic Tuesday at Black Rock State Park.
 Supt. of Schools F. F Davenport has accepted a position as councillor at Camp Columbia, Bantam Lake for the summer months.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1944-06-19
HOMEMAKERS CLUB TO MEET TUESDAY
Mrs. Mark Bishop to En- certain Members; Bond
 Drive Tagging :

Cheshire, June 19, 1944-There will be a meeting of the Cheshire Homemakers Club tomorrow in the home of Mrs. Mark Bishop, Meri- den road at Il o'clock. A profes- sional will be on hand to give dem onstrations and instructions on paper hanging. Members are asked to bring aprons and patterns to the meeting and a covered dish lunch con will be served at 12:30 o'clock. Be at Warmers Drug store at II o'clock if you desire transportation to the Bishop place.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1944-06-19
Sneaks At ExerclAes

Rev. Thomas A. Carlson of East Main Street plvmniith. pa&tar-arn.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1944-06-19

New Federal Tax stamp must be purchased by all car owners not la ter than July 1. The local post of- fices have the stamp for sale.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1944-06-19
Visiting Relatives

Mrs Myra Pike of Waterbury Center, vt., is spending the week with her sister. Mrs. Glenn Dustin of North Woodbury, formerly of !Watertown and with her niece. Mrs.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1944-06-19

State Master Harry Page of Gull 3oAd. will be at the Wolcott Grange tonight and will award six silver certificates to members who have been in the Grange 25 years. Mas ter Elmer Symonds will preside.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1944-06-19

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The Waterbury Democrat., 1944-06-19

The annual reunion of the Skilton families will be held Saturday June "A in Watertown, Cyrus A. Skilton, Mt. Tobe farmer, is one of the old est memebrs of the group.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1944-06-19

The Billy Peterson Boy Scout troop will meet at South school at 7:46 o'clock tonight with Scout inasterEdwin O. Brustat.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1944-06-19

Petty ofiecr End Glass Mario De Pecol, U. S. Navy spent short leave at the home of his parents, Mir. and Mrs. August DePecol of William street. He returned to duty Sunday evening.
Evening star., 1944-02-06

slicer, a wrappin' machine an
Quick freezer, an you will buy
your steaks out Of a slot machine.
OF course, they either got to get
the price down or make bigger
coins, because for dollar nova
days you don't get a steak. you
only get seat in the restaurant.
Bur gettin' back to that per-
sonal threat to the Boren way OF
maxim livin'. l got 'er licked.
l have wrote to the Smithsonian
Institution an made 'em a propo-
sition.
told 'em that millions of folks
has always wished they could see
Clusters Last Stand. That not
bein' possible, said to EN-, how
about me settin' up a first-class
hot-dog joint, ho'sd-obe'ated. in
convenient spot in the museum,
where the smell of cooltin' meat
will be waited the visitors? We
could call it 'Boren's s Last Stand"
an l bet the exhibit would make
money for years to come!
-WAlly D0REN
Evening star., 1944-02-06

PIKE the dinosaur an the dodo,
am about to become ex-
II tinct.
l see in the papers where some
guy has gone an invented a ham,
burger machine.
You put in a dime. A bun snaps
into a slot. A cleaver-ike knife
slices it, an the two pieces sit
there an toast against the blade.
Meanwhile a patty of ham
burger flops out onto a grill.
reckon if you want onions
you punch the onion button. Mus
tard, ditto. Well, in less time than
it takes my juke box to bring you
a Bing Crosby record. out slides a
hamburger, wrapped in a napkin.
Now know how them musicians
feel about radio an recordin's dis
placin' what they calls live tai
ent." You can sit there an fiddle,
but when you stop, the fiddle goes
right on playin' without you!
Now take the butcher business.
Maybe after this war they will just
run a steer through a bread