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The Waterbury Democrat., 1945-12-01

ert E. Raleigh, safety director of the International Association of Chiefs of Police, issued 8 warning to all drivers to prevent needless injuries, deaths and destruction of scarce motor vehicles caused by neglecting practical precautions to offset driving winter hazards" Local police chiefs in 36 northern states are cooperating.
 Their trouble prevention tips, based on National Safety Council research, are also aimed at reduc- ing absenteeism due to winter transportation difficulties. The win ter rules follow:
 Winter Tips
 1. MAINTAIN VISIBILITY. You must see hazard to avoid 1t. Check windshield defroster- wiper, head lights and keep windshield clean.
 2. REDUCE SPEEDS ACCORD ING TO SNOW AND ICE CONDI- TONS. Remember, jet takes 3 to II times normal distance to stop on snow or ice without tire chains.
 3. KEEP SAFE DISTANCE FROM VEHICLE AHEAD. When roads are slippery allow 3 to 6 car lengths for every 10 m.p.h. because snow and ice increase braking distance to II times over those required on dry pavement. Slipperiness on ice varies, glare ice at near thawing tempera- lures being twice as slippery as dry ice about zero.
 4. PUT ON ANTI SKID CHAINS WHEN SNOW OR ICE PREVAIL. Tire chains reduce braking dis tances 40 to 50 per cent and provide needed "go' traction on snow or ice.
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Continued from Page 1) union leaders on the company charges of illegal" picketing proved that there is no breakdown in ne- gotiationS" and that they would lead to negotiations on "all other matters involved"
 Anderson's remark indicated the company felt government interven- tion was not needed to end the strike of 175,000 JAW members.
 However, the union, through Vice. Pres. Walter P. Reuther, indicated that negotiations on the basic 30 per cent wage increase demand would remain deadlocked until the company altered its position. Will son has asked that the union modi- fly its demand sa prelude to ne- gotiations on the wage issue, but Reuther said any alteration would have to be made in bargaining ses- sions, not before.
 In this connection, he empha- sized again his view that wages must be tied to the ability to pay, an attitude which has been one of the major stumbling blocks to labor peace with GM.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1945-12-01
Santa Claus Promises Assortment of Gifts
 Removal of Restrictions WIdens Choice;
 Scarcity of Electric Novelties, Skates

Good old St. Nick will leave a bountiful and varied assortment un- der the Christmas trees of Water bury youngsters come Christmas eve, but for just another year kiddies will forego those long promised me- chanical toys, electric trains, skates, skis, and sleds.
 A survey made by the Democrat yesterday of local stores indicates that every toy department is filled to overflowing with an abundant collection of playthings to cheer the young heart, but for most part they're fashioned of wood or plastics.
 Not unlike the builders of Skys- scrapers and railroads and automo- piles, the manufacturers of ,Steei erector sets, miniature trains, and other metal toys have been chewing at the bit waiting for the nations steel mills to untangle their recon version problems.
 Metal Items
 Though most toys are manufac- tured in early spring and ready for store buyers by July, toy manufac- turers have attempted to get lew metal items on the market in time for Santa Claus. Yet their efforts evidently have not been fruitful. One merchant said he had obtained a few doll carriages and skates which were snapped up during the first few hours of display. Another retailer reported that delivery on several metal Christmas items has been de- layed three times during the past few weeks.
 Yet here and there in the color full toylands are indications that merchants have done their best to obtain much-desired metal toys. One merchant proudly pointed to doz- en drums-another to a pair ot skis.
 But however apologetic the mer- chants may be because their Yule- tide toy collections do not boast those breathlessly awaited sleds, skis, and mechanical men and jumping jacks, all were in agree ment that the seasons offering of wooden toys has never been better. American craftsmen have once again become acquainted with the art of woodworking after three years of trying. Brilliant paints and enamels, released to toy manufacturers, add much in eye appeal.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1945-12-01

Materials syphooned by the gov- ernment for materials of war has also limited the number and variety of dolls. The fabric, well-dreSsed substitutes however have found much favor with the younger fry. Stuffed animals are plentiful, but fashioned of fabric rather than plush. And just as father will wait for tires, Junior will wait for rubber balls and rubber boots.
 Plenty of Games
 Games of all types and for all ages occupy surprisingly large por- ton of this seasons toy departments. A nation, bound to the hearth by the shortage of gasoline for four years, has acquired fondness for compe- titive table games, merchants report, and the demand increases yearly.
 Back on the market after years absence are water colors, scientific toys, and miniature ironing boards and wooden irons.
 The absence of long-promised sleds and skis and other metal-made toys, in the local toy departments, however, causes little disappoint- ment to the younger fry, it would seem, as they arrive in droves to see what they may expect to find under the Christmas tree. It is also apparent their disappointment is short-lived. A hideskin tom-tom will always be a satisfactory substitute for metal drum if 1t gives forth powerful and painful booms and little girl can always find ecstatic delight in a doll though it may be a ragamuffin with yarn hair. Toy land will always be joyland to the young in heart-whatever the year or the problems of the nation or the world.
 And as America strives to put four bitter years of war far into the back ground and enthusiastically antici- pates its first peace time Christmas since 1941, strangely it's girls and boys, surrounded with hundreds of fun provoking playthings, find min- iature cannons, Army trucks, and guns, the No. item of fascination.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1945-12-01
FUNERALS

Funeral services for Miss Augus- ta E. Erbe, daughter of the laue John and Elizabeth Erbe or Soutn- ington, were held today at Goulos Funeral ParIors, Southington, wltn burial in Oak Hill cemetery, Soutn- ington.
 Funeral services for Mrs. Nellie Freedom Derby, 2 Colley St., widow of Elward Fitzroy Derby, were heid today at II a. m. at St. JonIls Episcopal Church, Rev. Francis .. Ayres. rector of St. Johns Ep1scop- al Church, officiating. Burial was in old Pine Grove cemetery.
 Funeral services for Mrs. Hannah (Candee) Wheeler, widow of Henry s. Wheeler, 18 Pine St., will be held at Anderson Funeral Home, 70 Central Ave, today at 1:30, where prayers will be said and serWces will be held at 3 p. m. at St. Johns Episcopal Church, with Rev. Fran cis o. Ayres, rector, officiating. Burial will be in Southford ceme- tery, Southford.
 The funeral of Nicola Tripaldl, 69, of 86 South Elm St., was held today at Il a. m. from the Colas- anto Funeral Home, 932 Bank St., to Our Lady of Lourdes Church for a requiem high Mass at 11:30 Burial was in Calvary cemetery.
 The funeral of Patrick Connolly Platts Mills will be held Monday from the Mulville Funeral Home, 270 West Main St., to the Church of the Immaculate Conception, time to be announced. Burial will be in Prospect cemetery, Prospect. Friends may call at the funeral home tomorrow from 2 to 10 p. m.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1945-12-01
Junior Orchestra
 To Hold Addition

The Waterbury Junior Symphony Orchestra, sponsored by the Xii wanis Club, will hold first audi tion of candidates December at 9:30 a. m. in St. Johns Parish House. Mario DiCeco, orcganizer, announced that more than 70 chill dren have applied for membership in the orchestra. The ages of the children are between eight and six teen. MT. DiCecco said that he hopes to have an orchestra of ap- proximately 50 pieces for a concert in the spring.
 Applications are still being &C., cepted and rehearsals will be held in the near future.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1945-12-01
OBITUARY

WRIGHT-FTank Edward Wright, 59, of 271 Grove street, assistant purchasing agent at the American Brass Go. where he had been en- ployed for 45 years, died yesterday afternoon at the Waterbury Hos- pital.
 Born May II, 1886, in this city, he was the son of Mrs. Jennie Wright and the late William H. Wright. He was member of Lib erty lodge, No. 123, AF6SANI, Eureka chapter, Waterbury Council and Clark Commandery, and was a 32d degree Mason. He was also a member of Sphinx temple, Hart ford, and Townsend lodge of Odd Fellows.
 Surviving besides his mother, are three brothers, Walter w. Wright, Stockton, Calif., Lewis H, and How ard w. both of Waterbury.
 Funeral services will be held Mon day at 2 p. m. at the Alderson funeral home, 70 Central avenue, with Rev. Dr. John c. Walker, pas tor of the Second Congregational church, officiating. Burial will be in Riverside cemetery. Friends may call at the funeral home tomorrow from 3 to 5 and 2 to g p. m.
 BOUCHER-Wallace Boucher, g month old con of MT. and Mrs. Leon Boucher, q Griggs street, died yesterday at St. Mary's hospital after a brief illness.
 Besides his parents he is survived by six brothers, Maurice, Robert, Raymond, Leon, Lawrence, Emile and Normand and four sisters, Doris, Shirley, Carol and Marguer-
 Private funeral services were held ite, all of Waterbury.
 this morning at 10 o'clock from the Belleville funeral home, 66 East Clay street. Burial was in Calvary cemetery.
 ORTELLE-Louis Ortelle died suddenly last night at his home, 3e Nichols street. He was born in Waterbury and attended the local schools here and was employed at the American Brass Go.
 The survivors are six brothers: Peter, Joseph, Angelo, John Alfonso and Anthony Ortelle and one sis ter, Mrs. Joseph Savino, all of Wa terbury. The funeral will be held Monday from the Colasanto funeral home, 932 Bank street, to Our Lady of Lourdes' church at time to be announced later. Burial will be in Calvary cemetery.
 Friends may call at the funeral home today and tomorrow from 2 to 10 o'clock.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1945-12-01
Pay Increases
 To Be Studied

Action on proposed pay raises for grammar school teachers is expect ed to be taken at meeting of the Board of Education Monday night at Crosby High School. An ele- mentary school teachers committed recently asked for boosting of the maximum pay to 2,500 year, but the board is expected to consider g possible general raise for all grade school teachers.
 The Board rules and teachers committees, which recently consid- cred the wage situation, will make their report on Mondays meeting.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1945-12-01
Validity of Reno DiUorce Contested

An answer and special defense declaring that Reno divorce is valid in this state was filed in Su- perior Court yesterday by Merrill E.. Fortin of Waterbury, defendant in litigation instituted by his ex-wife, Ada Rochon Fortin of Milford.
 Mrs. Fortin's suit was brought in an effort to nullify the divorce decree the defendant obtained from her in Reno Oct. 29, 1942 and secure support payments. The defendant is now the husband of the former Irena Dauphanais Pixley of Water bury.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1945-12-01
Henry E. Voegi
 To Lecture Here

Modern House Design" will be the topic Henry E, Voegli, Cheshire architect will give an illustrated lecture on Monday night. He will speak at the meeting of the Mems League of the Bunker Hill Church at 8 o'clock in the church rooms.
 All members are asked to attend and bring their friends with them. A special call for volunteers to aid In the waste paper drive, has been made by Forrest M. Ross, president. The drive is planned for the Bun ker Hill section Saturday Dec. 8. The Boy Scouts of Troop Il will as- sist in the drive.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1945-12-01
GI LOSES, BIRTHDAY

Indianapolis CUP)-Soldier Paul F. Cantwell was looking forward to a birthday celebration, even if it was obe staged on a troopship bound for the Pacific. He had to postpone the event, however. The ship crossed the International Da- teline on Sept. IA, the date of his anniversary, so he. has to wait for his 18th birthday next fall to make up for the loss of his 18th.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1945-12-01
Decree Granted In Divorce Suit

A decree on the gound, of intol- erable cruelty was granted by Superior Court Judge James E. Murphy yesterday in the divorce action brought by Helen Kerbovich Michalik of Union City against Will liam Michalk of New Haven. She was given custody of their child and provision made for payment of $l5 weekly for its support. The couple married May 25, 1881.
 A divorce complaint was filed in the court by Marie Scozzafava Lavi- ana of Waterbury against Walter J. Laviana, also of this city. The couple married Nov. 21, l942. and cruelty is alleged to have started the following Dec. 2. The plaintiff seeks custody of their child, support, and alimony.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1945-12-01
Wilby Students Inuest S344.7O

Seven hundred and seventy-one Wilby High School students bought a total of $344.7o worth of Victory Bonds and Stamps in the past week, 1t was announced today. The freshmen class, it was learned, led the other three classes with a total of 106.85. To date, however, the senior class leads the way with a total of $1 ,645.9O in bond and stamp sales. Sixteen rooms participated 100 per cent in last weeks sales, it was revealed, to bring the total for the year to 4,319.65.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1945-12-01
GLAss-CONsCIoUs DRIVER

Indianapolis (UP) - The tire shortage is making drivers glass; conscious. An Indianapolis resident has reported seing a milkman stop hi truck, get out a broom and sweep a pile of glass out of the street, and the broken glass wasn't from a milk bottle.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1945-12-01
TOWN TO BOOM AT DAM

Las Vegas, Nev. (UP) A new Nevada boom town seems in pros pect on the site of the $47,000. .000 Davis Dam. The community of Davis will start with more than 10000 people, and gradually taper down to 8 permanent 2,000 accord ing to federal estimates.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1945-12-01
Full Weather Report

Boston, Dec. 1.-(UP)-BOstOn and vicinity forecast; Mostly cloudy today with n few very light snow flurries and the highest temperature about A. Clearing to- night or early Sunday, becoming generally fair. Lowest tonight about 25. slightly higher tempera- lures Sunday afternoon. DecFeas- ing nOrtherly winds.
 Australia has a program to m- crease its population from 7,500, ,OOO to 20,000,000.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1945-12-01
VARIETY IN PETS

Gleudora, Cal. (UP) - Golden eagles. tame Qnail, a doe and two lawns, a raccoon and flight of pelicarls are tn pets adopted by lonely forest rangers in remote lookout stations here, District Ran ger Anselrn0 Lewis discovered when he made his rounds.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1945-12-01
WAR DADS AID VETS

St. Louis (UP) American War Dads are doing their partin recon version by operating a Country Council and Open Service Bureau to help returning servicemen.
 The office is open every day, and one night a week. Servicemen may visit there to get aid in obtaining employment, medical care, living quarters, or legal advice.
 Wells, England, has banned Sun day motion picture shows.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1945-12-01
More Detailed
 Statement Asked

Superior Court Judge James E.. Murphy yesterday referred to Judge Charles J. Mclaughlin a new mo- ton on the $25,000 Hodson bond recovery suit. The motion was filed by the James W. Hodson Co.,, Inc, for a more specific statement from Mrs, Gladys G, Hodson, the plain tiff,
 The hearing In the case was con- ducted last by Judge Mclaughlin, who became III Shortly thereafter is now confined to his home in Hart. fore, A hearing on the motion Is ex- pected to be held at the jurists home at hi5 convenience.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1945-12-01
COACH OF COACHES

Baton Rouge, La. (UP) = Harry Rabenhorst, L. s. us baseball and basketball coach and assistant foot ball coach, has something on most coaches. Rabenhorst has tutored every member of the Tiger coach- ing staff, with the exception of Head Coach Bernie Moore.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1945-12-01

American machinery win go to to Mexico to help build the new Sana- Iona dam in Sinaloa.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1945-12-01

Louis Ortelle of 39 Nicholas street. Funeral will be held Monday, time to be announced, from the CoIosan- to Funeral Home, 932 Bank street.
 Burial will be in Calvary cemetery.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1945-12-01

The Philippine Government wants to prohibit making alcohol from sugar, rice or corn.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1945-12-01

Meriden city campaign over on this side of the mountain, but some weeks back Democrats there claim ed ethat they were confident of success at the polls, which Is quite a boast in the face of Mayor Dana hers record.
 AppOintive powers of Mayor John s. MOnagan are at their highest point right now. After his inauguration on January l the mayor will be in a position to re- name or replace more than fifty board members, including the new Pension Retirement Commission. This will probably be one of the busiest boards in the city 'tOverfi- meDt for the first year or so of its existence, but it's members will be giving their services to the city free, as the act creating the commission provides for no conn., pensation.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1945-12-01
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DIED WRIGHT-In this city, Nov 80, 1s45. Frank Edward Wright of 271 Grove Street. Funeral Monday at p. m., from the Alderson Funeral Home, 70 Central Avenue. Burial will be in River side cemetery.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1945-12-01

Divorees Init a new high" In the Union of South Africa last year.
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American trade with Bulgaria now can be only on barter basis.
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Roach Gives Winter Tips

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Wilson Asks Auto Parts

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Over in Meriden next Tuesday Mayor Francis Danaher will be fighting to keep the name of his family to the forefront in public life. One by one the Danahers have made their bow in the public spot light, but right now Mayor Danaher is the sole one in what might be termed q public office. There hasn't been too much heard about the
Minneapolis spokesman. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn.) 1934-2000, 1945-03-09

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Minneapolis spokesman. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn.) 1934-2000, 1945-03-09
EDUCATION AND THE F.E.P.C.

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legislation discussed objection
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by the Southern opposition bloc The difficulty
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Minneapolis spokesman. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn.) 1934-2000, 1945-03-09
TOO GOOD TO BE A NEGRO

Now that Richard Wright topnkng Negro author has stood
the literary world with second sensational best seller BLACK
Boy white beginning the belief that he's
too good to be a Negro.
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by senstvy and intellect barred forever from the white
by the color of his skin"
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and intellect make him good be Negro and his color too
black to allow him to become of the super-race.
There the typical white mans attitude towards Negro who
genius unsurpassed courage able smash
color line rghtfu place a full in America To
the super-whes these Negroes freaks
when freaks they freaks
And the growing number of competent skilled Negroes all fields
who achieving heights accomplishment have made Negro
freaks" quite numerous these days.
about time that white folks found that Negroes
aegc "sensviy and intellect" and despite the handicap of
black skn they do not change color They justly proud
of their race-Chicago Defender.