The Waterbury Democrat., 1945-05-15

1STTyVl0e, May 1C-lhcuI. NO1OHAcl Edward F. Wozenski, holder of the Distinguished Service Cross and the Silver Star has been awarded two Oak Leag Clusters for valor in action, according to word received by his wife, Mrs. Regina Wozenski of g Main street.
 Lieut.. Col. Wozenski, who has been mentioned in several dispatches by foreign correspondents and has fought in every major campaign in the war against Germany on the Western Front, is one of several Terryville soldiers who have dis tinguished themselves with glory during the present war.
 The citation as received by his wife reads as follows:
 Citation for Oak Leaf Cluster to Silver Star:
 Presented to Edward F. Wo1enSki, Headquarters 2nd Battalion, l6th Infantry. For gallantry in action in the vicinity of Maubeuge, Flanders, France, September 3, 1914, when his battalion encountered 8 strong hostile force Major Wozenski quickly and efficiently organized the troops and moved into action. Repeatedly exposing himself to intense fire to more advantageously maneuver his men and weapons. Major Wozenski directed the assault and compelled a number of Germans to surrender. Major Wozenski's outstanding in- itiative and superior tactical skill were largely responsible for trans forming a perilous situation into a victory of major importance.
 Citation of Oak Leaf Cluster to Distinguished Service Cross for heroic achievement:
 Capt. Edward J. Wozeslski, U. S. Army for extraordinary heroism in action against the enemy on June 6, 1914 in France. On D-Day, Capt. Wozenski's company suffered num- erous casualties in reaching the fire swept invasion beach. Boldly he moved along the beach, at the risk of his life to reorga'ldze his battered troops. The reorganization con- pleted, he courageously led his men through heavy machine gun and small arms fire across the beach and toward an enemy dominated ridge. Demoralizing fire from a powerful enemy installation on the ridge threatened to stop the attack. Ordering his men to deploy to the Hacks of the enemy position, Capt. Wozenski, with great valor, ad- vanced alone to within 100 yards of the emplacement. With cool and calm efficiency, he engaged the fertilization single-handedly with rifle fire to divert attention of the enemy from the flanking movement. Upon observing this valiant soldier. the enemy directed the fire of its machine guns on him but Capt. Wozenski, with complete disregard for his own safety, continued his harassing fire until his men reached their positions safely. His inspired troops charged the strongpoint viz orously and completely destroyed it, inflictiag numerous casualties upon the enemy. By his superb leader ship and fearless courage. Capt. Wozenski exemplified the highest traditions of the Armed Forces.
 Fashion Show
 A fashion show will be held in the parish hall of the Immaculate Conception church, Wednesday eve- v,inU bx, tho uyn,,,on,c Child nf the church. The show will include styles from Civil War days to the present Miss Katherine Reynolds is chairman of the committee which, also includes Mrs. Winifred Gleason. Mrs. James O'Connell. Mrs. Will liaem Raedy. Mrs. John Witowski, Mrs. c. Chihoski. Mrs. William Gleason and the Misses Grace Han- ley, Mary Hayes. Ruth McNeil. Theresa Bombard. Madonna Swick- las and Jessie Pier.
 In Hospital
 Mrs. John Blum of West Main street is patient at the Bristol hospital where she underwent an emergency operation Sunday.
 No Word From Prisoners
 No word has been received here in regards to eight local youths, members of the armed forces held prisoners of war by the Germans, as to whether they have liberated as yet.
 Applies for License
 Fras,k R. Dellert rf West Main street has applied for a dealers and repairer's license for a trailer business with hearing on the ap- plication to bs held May 2i at