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The Michigan chronicle. [volume] (Detroit, Mich.) 1936-current, 1945-11-10
NAACP Petition To
Free Convicted els

WASHINGTON. d. Con Oc-
tober q the NAACP filed a petition
for clemency with the Secretary OF
War on behalf of q Negro soldiers
convicted of rioting at Fl. Lawton.
Washington. against Italian prison.
ers-of-war The sentences imposed
ranged from one TO Is years con-
fnement at hard labor. The asso-
cations attorneys are Thurgood
Marshall and his assistant. Robert
l.. Garter.
I'm addition to detailing preiu-
dicial errors committed at the trial.
il was pointed out that although
clashes between American soldiers
and Italian prisoners-of-war oc-
CURED a number Of times prior to
the riot. Fl. Lawton authorities
had taken no steps To guard against
future occurrences and by their lax
policies made the riot OF August IA.
l9ii inevitable.
The Michigan chronicle. [volume] (Detroit, Mich.) 1936-current, 1945-11-10
Morehouse Prexy
Guest OF Church
Council Meeting

MUSkEGON - DR. Benjamin F.
Mays president Of Morchouse col.
.ege in Atlanta, Ga. is the guest OF
the State Council of Churches this
week.
The southern educator is to be
the principal speaker al the Mon
day meeting Of the three-day con-
ference of more than 300 out state
and 500 local representatives OF the
protestant denominations.
Appearing on the program with
DR.. Mays are DR. j. Bert Bowman
~ Lansing. Mrs Harper Sibley Of
Rochester. y. Y: Dr William ".
Wh1chousc. presIdcn, Of Albion
college and a. F. McCrea, National
Methodist church leader q
The Michigan chronicle. [volume] (Detroit, Mich.) 1936-current, 1945-11-10
Pan Africans
Hit Policy In
South Africo

MANCHESTER. Ensland-A res
olution condemning the policy to-
wards Africans and other non-Eu-
ropeans carried out by the Union
OF South Africa. (which. although
representing itself abroad as a de-
mocracy. manifests essentially the
same characteristics as Fascism. q"
vas passed AZ 4he PAN African
Cons ress here Oct. II.
Reforms demanded included
the franchise for all men and
women at twenty-one; compul-
sorry. free. and uniform educa-
ton up 10 sixteen; inviolability
az person. house. and privacy;
freedom Of speech. movement,
and occupation; and revision If
the civil and criminal code In ac-
cordance with these reforms. ~
DIR. w. r. BURGHARDT Dubois
representing the National Associa-
ton for the Advancement Of Col
ored People. has been appointed
permanent chairman OF the Con-
grcSS.
The Michigan chronicle. [volume] (Detroit, Mich.) 1936-current, 1945-11-10
Robinson Won't Make
Good, FeHer Believes

SAN FRANCIsCO-Bob Feller
ace hurler for the Cleveland In
dams. says that Jackie Robinson.
Negro star signed By the Montreal
Royals OF the International league.
Nill not make the grade
Fcller. who has pitched against
Robinson said u hope he makes
good ] am not prejudiced against
him but he is not a big league hit
ter although he can field well
The Michigan chronicle. [volume] (Detroit, Mich.) 1936-current, 1945-11-10
Rest Therapy Still
Best Cure For TB

There is no good evidence that
any drug yet discovered will cure
pulmonary tuberculosis, according
to DR.. John Barnwell. head of the
tuberculosis section, University Of
Michigan hospital.
AT PRESENT REST therapy.
preferably in a hospital or sanl-
torium. offers the greatest hope for
d cure. he pointed out in comment
ing on reports of new miracle"
drugs. Such reports have been
numerous i'm recent months, lead
ing many tubercl loSiS patients and
their families to become overly
optimistic in their hopes for quick
cure.
Experiments at the hospital with
various new drugs have not yet
reached stage where reports can
be made.
Two nationally known tubcrcu-
losiS research workers. II CorWn
HinShaw, Md. and William ii.
Fcldman. OWN, writing In the
October Bulletin of the National
tuberculosis Association. warn that
tuberculosis patients may prolong
their illness or even die needlesSly
If they refuse wcll-establiShcd
methods Of treatment IN the hope
of receiving new. improved drugs.
DR.. HINSHAW is chairman of
the committee on therapy of the
American Trudeau society. He
and Or Feldman. both OF the Mayo
Foundation. have been engaged I'M
tuberculosis research for many
years and arc at present cxpcr.-
mcnting with StrcptomycIn de-
rived from soil-iuhabiting fungus.
They point out that the sullone
The Michigan chronicle. [volume] (Detroit, Mich.) 1936-current, 1945-11-10
Julius Franks, Michigan
Star, To Leave Hospital

ANN ARBOR. Mich - julius
Franks. University OF Michigan's
All American guard in 1912 and
member OF the Chicago Tribune's
College All Star team in 1898. left
the university hospital on Thurs
day. Nov. / He had been confined
there for two years suffering from
l9ng trouble He plans 20 re-entcr
the university
The Waterbury Democrat., 1945-02-26

the same offense previously.
 Two of three drivers arrested by Motor Patrolman Walter Ogrisek on speeding charges Friday were grant, ed nolles on payment of $12 each. They are Kenneth Tyler, 27, Yale avenue, Middlebury, and Louis Duprey, 37, Main street, Woodbury. The third, Harold Olmstead, Jr., 20, 78 Buckingham street, Oakville, was given a continuance to March 10.
 Other cases: Eula Ellington, 34, and William Sutherland, 62, 1O2 Pearl street, assault and breach of the peace, continued to March 5.
 John Nunes. 41, Pemberton street, drunkenness and breach of peace, fined $10 and sentenced to 30 days in Jail; Louis DeCaroliS, IF, 709 North Main street, no license, nolled for $6.
 Parking violation cases: Dimitr NovakoS, 39, 491 North Main street. $10 bonds called for two violations and 5 bonds called against each of the following: Leonard Pamelo, %, 55 Inman avenue, Sam Morgan, 36, 597 Highland avenue, Rose Sam taguido, 9, 61 Wood street, Thomas Coppetto, 36, 653 South Main street. Joseph Iannanturo, 45, 240 Charles street, and Vincento Salerno, 60, 709 North Main street.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1945-02-26
Proprietor Of Club
 Given Continuance
Charge of Selling Liquor After Hours Filed Against
 TOma; Fine Given in Stolen Scrap Case

Michael Toma, 42, 26 James street, permittee of the Mahican club, 137 Bank street, was held in bonds of $500 for a hearing Febru- ary 28 on a charge of selling liquor after hours when his case was called before Judge Charles R. Summa in city court this morning.
 Prosecutor Albert w. Hummel said Toma was arrestde after a po- lice raid on the club at 11:3O last night revealed 1t to be wide open 2S hours after the law requires closing of liquor establishments on Sunday.
 Chief Inspector Joseph R. Bend Ter said the raid was conducted by Sgt. Joseph Mccarthy and Detective James Stack of the vice squad and Patrolmen Edward Hurley, Anthony Stango, John Culleton, Christopher Luddy and John Breen. He said the raid was the result of numer- ous complaints made to his office and was not connected with the new federal midnight curfew which con- mences tonight.
 OSAASA N~CSo' 0dLAAO MdllZ1, Oo, OI Woodbury, Earl Celley, 42, Straits Turnpike road, Watertown. Willy Mailak, 45, Westbury Park road, Watertown, Hugh Leonard, 36, 29 Easton avenue, road rules violations, nolled for $6 in each case; Angelo Damiano, 31, 393 Oakville avenue, George Miller, 46, 12O Griggs street, parking violations, $5 bonds called; Anthony Colabello, 34, 5 Van Or man street, Oakville, parking within 25 feet of an intersection, $6 bond called.
 In Saturdays city coutr session, Harvey Vaillancourt, "A, 9 Jewelry street was fined $10O by Judge T. E. Conway on charge of receiving stolen scrap metal and selling it Detective Sgt Joseph Mccarthy and Detective George McElligott tes- tified that the accused sold 50 pounds of scrap three times to the Albert Bros. Co.,, on Judd street, for about $10 after it had been stol- en by juveniles from a Thomaston avenue scrap yard.
 Franklin H. Smith, 21, 8 Spark street, was fined $l0O on a charge of driving while his license was sus- pended, after Prosecutor Frederick W. Palomba informed the court that the accused had been arrested on
The Waterbury Democrat., 1945-02-26

Miss Ruth Draper recently re- turned after IS months as a Red Cross worker overseas in Africa and Middle Africa will also address the group. She is a former member of the New York Theater Guild.
 The luncheon has been arranged by Mrs. Charles Audet and Mrs. Forrest Purinton as the first of se- ries of meetings toward aiding the city in attaining it's $250 900 quota.
 Rt. Rev. Msgr. Joseph Valdam- brini will give the invocation and Judge Patrick Healey will preside. Other speakers are: Patrick F. Shea president of the board of aldermen; Rabbi William P. Greenfield, former Red Cross chairman; Maj. John Burrall, vice-chairman of Red Cross; Mrs. Carl Weyand, chairman of volunteer special services; Ralph Paine, chairman of corporate con- tributions from merchants, and Mrs. Herman Rooster, chairman of War Fund campaign.
 Benediction will be given by Rev. Dr. John Walker. Nurses aide will lead in singing the National An- them.
 Members of the planning com- mittee are: Judge Patrick Healey, general chairman; w. R. Gilman and Mrs. L. P. Sperry, vice-chair- men; Thomas Moore, treasurer, and Miss Margaret Orr Benade, execu- tive director.
 Mayor John s. Monagan is hon. orary chairman of the drive, Maj. John Burrall, honorary chapter chairman, Judge Patrick Healey, chapter chairman and Miss Marga- ret Orr Benade, executive director.
 Members of the operating com- mittee are: Mrs. Herman Rooster, chairman; Miss Edith M. Chase, vice-chairman; Mrs. Carl Weyand, chairman of volunteer special serv- ices; Mrs. Forrest Purinton, chair man of staff assistants; Mrs. Frank Kenney, chairman of public rela" tions, Mrs. Edward w. Stein, radio; Mrs. William J. Slator, scripts; Mrs. Gordon Hutchinson and Mrs. Nor- man Neale, display.
 William J. Feeter is chairman of special gifts for Waterbury and Earl Copp is chairman for Middle bury. John P. Elton is chairman of corporate contributions in in- dustries. Alfred L. Hart is chairman of industrial employe contributions. Mrs. George Cowperthwait is gen. eral chairman of districts, streets and business section canvass. Mrs. Perry Borden is chairman of churches and Dr. Thomas J. Con- don is advisory chairman of schools. Mrs. Harold Manning is chairman of bank booths and Prof. Alexander Alexis chairs the Lithuanian sec- tion.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1945-02-26
WESTERN POWERS UNDER ILLUSION
Noted Author, Lecturer Has Little Faith in Peace
 Conferences

Lecturing on "Why We Must Know the Other Americas, ,, Waldo Frank, international known author and lecturer, last night addressing an audience at the Beth-El syna- gogue, said that the "wetsern pow CT dnclusive of AmericO have built their plans for worldwide economic and political strength on illusit e of tfeir relationship to the rest O. the world"
 MT. Frank, who was here as the guest of the Beth-El Mems club, told the group that he placed little faith in international conferences to se- cure peace.
 Maintaining that many of the Latin American countries which are now under dictatorship form of government have their roots in Democracy he cited many instances where these countries are strong in their understanding of race dem- ocracy, while we, and other coun- tries, are weak"
 They are aware of their weak nesses, in most instances" MT. Waldo declared" while we are blind ed by the more immediate successes of our techniques-the Constitution, the polls, communication facilities, industrialization and the like"
The Waterbury Democrat., 1945-02-26
PUBLIC HEARING ON AIRPORT BILL
Waterbury Interested in Condemnation Feature of
 Proposed Measure

Waterbury city authorities and like representatives of Meriden and Bristol will attend tomorrow's hear ing in Hartford on House Bill 862 allowing municipalities to condemn land in other towns for purposes of construction of an airport.
 Mayor John s. Monagan will be present together with James J. Cur tin and others. The bill was intro- duced by Representative Daniel Hickey (R) Stamford.
 The bill, if passed would favorably affect Waterbury's tentative plans for a class 8" airport which will be shared as to initial financing and eventual operation by Meriden and Bristol providing the latter towns are permitted to do SO by vote of their cooperative boards.
 The hearing is scheduled for 2 p. m. at the State Capitol.
 It is expected that considerable opposition to the bill will be forth coming from representatives of the smaller surrounding towns through out the state.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1945-02-26
URGES MINISTER'S
 TO PARTICIPATE
Much Good Can Result From Clergy Active in
 World Affairs

Great participation in civic affairs predicted upon a religious approach was urged for all ministers by John A. Coe, president of the board o1 trustees of the First Methodist Church in an address yesterday en- titled, "Is the Church Meeting Its Responsibility.
 Urging greater stress on the reli- giouS education of children MT. Coe tsated that the church that wins and stresses fellowship, church work and church attendance sponsors the cul- tivation of the habit of responsi- bility toward others.
 Much can be done for this coun- try and the world by participation by the clergy in world affairs" MT. Coe stated.
 Austin Fleming presided and Miss Dorothy Crawford gave talk to the children. The scripture lessons were recited by Raymond E. Fan cher.
 Special music was sung by the male chorus and Dr. John J. Snavely gave the benediction.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1945-02-26

the First Methodist Eplscopa church and member of the Sun. shine society of the church.
 Funeral services will be held or Wednesday at II a. m. at the AL derson funeral home, 70 Central avenue, Rev Dr. John J. Snavely officiating. Further services will be conducted at 3 p. m. at River side cemetery chapel, Norwalk. Bu- rial will be in Riverside cemetery Norwalk. Friends may call at the funeral home tomorrow from 3 to 5 and to g D. m.
 I DE MAIO-Oriel DeMaio. 91, died last night at the home of his daugh- ter, Mrs. Frank Romano, 53 East Farm street.
 MT. DeMaio was born in Italy and came to this country 63 years ago. He lived for some time in Reese vile, N Y, but has been a resident of Waterbury for the past 43 years. He was employed at the Chase Brass & Copper Go. for 20 years and retired in 1925.
 Surviving are a son, Frank, of Hamden; two daughter, Mrs. Frank Romano and Mrs. John A. Wagoner, both of Waterbury; nine grandchil- dren and four great-grandchildr
 The funeral will be held Wednes- day morning at o'clock from the Maiorano funeral home, 95 Willow street to St. Lucy's church for a solemn high Mass of requiem at g.
 Friends may call at the funeral home today from to 10 D. m. and tomorrow from 2 to 10 D. m. Burial will be in Calvary cemetery. Friends are asked to omit flowers.
 CORRESPONDENTS. Christine John- ston, 48 Washington street, wife of Patrick J. Johnston, died at St. Mary's hospital Saturday afternoon after a brief illness. A native of Ireland, she came to Waterbury 38 years ago. She was a communicant Of St. Francis Xavier church and a member of the Rosary Confrater- nity society and the Ladies Guild Of that church. She was also a member of the Washington Hill Community club.
 Surviving besides her husband, are two daughters, Miss Rosemary Johnston, members of the staff at St Mary's hospital; Miss Eliza betl Johnston, both of Waterbury; five sons, John and James, both of Waterbury; T-5 William, U. s. Army, serving overseas, Specialist PC Joseph, U. s. Coast Guard, Firemen 1-c Edward, U. s. Navy; three sisters, Mrs. Elizabeth Bak- CT, California; Miss Rose Melia, and Mrs. Mary Lamb, both of Ire land; 12 grandchildren; and sev- eral nieceS and nepheWS.
 The funeral will be held tomorrow aS 8:15 a. m. from the Mulville funeral home to St. Francis Xavier church for a solemn high Mass of requiem at g. Burial will be in Cal- vary cemetery. Friends may call at the funeral home today from to 10 p. m. A delegation from the Washington Park Community club will attend in a body tonight at 8 p. m. at the funeral home.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1945-02-26

Corporal Raymond P. BOtch, BIO Highland avenue, was one of the 62 Army enlisted men recently appointed to the grade of war rant officer at the Chicago Ord nance District. All of the new warrant officers are engaged in contract termination accounting work. They received their appoint ments following successful com- pletion of g nationwide examina. ton. A holder of degrees from Carroll College and Northwestern University, BOtch entered the Army in July, 1943.
 MT. BOtch wOs formerly execu- tive director of the Waterbury Taxpayers Association and con- ducted several surveys for his Or- ganizatiOn.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1945-02-26
BELIEF IN GOD
 MOST ESSENTIAL
Teaching of Humanity Without Permanent
 Foundation

Teachings of humanity must ac- company the belief in God, Rabbi Alexander s. Rosenberg of Yonkers, N. Y, declared in an address at the breakfast meeting of the Beth Israel Mems club yesterday.
 Calling attention to Nazi prac- tices, the speaker stated the enemy speaks of it's war missions as god given" and tears apart the princi- ples of humanity in prosecuting that war.
 Rabbi Rosenberg said the Nazis have revised the principle, Love thy neighbor" to Love thy neighbor when he is like yourself"
 There can be no real love of God while principles of humanity are abandoned, the speaker stated.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1945-02-26
TWO CIVIL SUITS
 PLACED ON FILE

Laura Lucian of Waterbury was named defendant in a $500 civil action filed in common pleas court today by Edward Coleman and Les- ter Chagnot, both of this city. The litigation, filed in the form of a common cunt writ, is based on an alleged debt of $1,025 contracted before last Jan. 24. Details will be supplied in an amended complaint to be filed later.
 A civil action brought by James Valerie of Waterbury against Vic- tor P. Leduc, Jr., of Wolcott was transferred today from the city court to common pleas court. The plaintiff seeks $25O for damages to his car in an accident in Wolcott last Dec. 19. while the defendant in crosS-complaint asks for $1OO for damages to his vehicle.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1945-02-26
CONOCRDIA UNITS
 SPONSOR CONCERT

More than 200 persons enjoyed a program of varied selections rang ing from Schubert to Lehar at the mid-season concert and dance spon- sored by the Concordia choruseS Saturday night at the organizations hall, 123 Bank street.
 Performers were Miss Margaret Beers, soprano soloist, the ladies' chorus, the male chorus, and Marks orchestra.
 Max Duetzmann was director of the program and John c. Borchardt accompanied on the piano.
 A St. Patrick's dance will be held March IT. Dancing will be from 8 to 12 instead of the originally an- nounced 9 to one in conformity with the midnight curfew.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1945-02-26
FUNERALS

The funeral of Raymond Walsh, 101 Fuller street, was held Saturday morning from the Mulville Funeral Home to the Church of the Im- maculate Conception for solemn high Mass of requiem. Rev. Phillip Hussey was celebrant of the Mass, assisted by Rev. Donald OLeary, deacon, and Rev. George Reilly, sub deacon. Frederick Harmon was or ganist and soloist. Burial was in Cal- vary cemetery with committal serv- ices conducted by Father Hussey. Bearers were: John McKenna, Will liam Armour, Joseph Murphy, Aus tin Quinn, Rene Fontaine and Eu- gene Mullaly.
 The funeral of Mrs. Grace L. Gar rity, wife of William A. Garrity of 27 Grove street, was held Sat- urday morning from the Bergin Funeral Home to the Church of the Immaculate Conception at 9:45 for a solemn requiem Mass. Rev. John Mo Grath, cousin, of Thomaston, was celebrant, assister by Rev. J. Oliver Cronan, nephew, deacon, Rev Joseph Griffin, president of St. Thomas Seminary, Bloomfield, sub-deacon. Rev. Donald OLeary was master of ceremonies.
 Seated in the sanctuary were: Rev. Lawrence Skelly, Rev. Francis Bratton, Rev David OKeefe, Rev. Joseph Daly, Rev. George Reilly and Rev. Phillip Hussey. There was a special musical program with Fred erick Harmon, organist, and Will liam O'Brien, soloist. Burial took place in Calvary cemetery with com- initial service conducted by Father McGrath, assisted by visiting clergy. Bearers were: John Kenny. Paul Scholz, Thomas Mccarthy, Bernard Burns, George Garrity and J0hn Pickett.
 The funeral of Mrs. Elvira Cor dazzi) Alherone, wife of Sebastian
The Waterbury Democrat., 1945-02-26
PURIM FESTIVAL
 TO BE OBSERVED

Observance of the Jewish festival of Purim will open tonight with the reading of the Scroll of Esther at synagog services. The reading will be repeated at services tomorrow morning.
 Purim songs will be sung at a party for children tonight at the Hebrew Institute.
 The Jewish festival commemor- ates the saving of the Jews of Per- sia by Esther and her cousin, Nor decai. Stories relate Esther anG Mordecai outwitted the prime min ister of Persia, the greatest anti semitic of the period
The Waterbury Democrat., 1945-02-26
MOTHER OF SIX
 SEEKS DIVORCE
Petition Includes Request for Support Allowance,
 AIimOny

A mother of six children today filed a divorce action in superior court and requested support pay ments and alimony. The case is one of three divorce suits entered on the docket oday for the return day on March 6.
 The petitioner, Mildred Post Fairchild of Beacon Falls, asks for cust ody of the children, whose ages range from three to. 16 years. She claims her husband, Willis Fairchild of Naugatuck has been in- tolerably cruel since Jan. 1, 1928. The marriage was performed in Naugatuck June IS, 1927.
 Elizabeth Ann Cantito Bright man of Cheshire seeks a divorce from Ronald Brightman, also of Cheshire, On the grounds of cruel ty and habitual intemperance. The couple married July 30, 1881 at Middletown, and the cruelty alleg- edly started Oct. 19, 1941. Custody of their child, allowance for sup port, and alimony are sought by the IuUUIIcT.
 A charge O. cruelty is the basis of the suit instituted by Margaret Elizabeth Aliard of Waterbury against George Allard, also of this city. The couple married Jan. ?, 1920 and the plaintiff claims her hus- band became cruel June l, 1923. They have two children, one of whom is minor. The plaintiff seeks custody of the minor chidl, an allowance for its support, and alimony.
 The divorce action brought by Elizabeth Frances Coe Castle of Waterbury against Harold E. Cas- tie, also O. this city was withdrawn from the docket today. The couple married Dec. "A, 1889.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1945-02-26
FRATERNITY HOLDS
 CONVENTION HERE

A business session yesterday aft ernoon at the Beth-El synagogue concluded the two-day convention of the Phi Beta fraternity, with the Waterbury Gamma chapter serving as host.
 It was announced the third quar- terly convention will take place some time in May in New Haven with the Xi chapter in charge. Sam An nenberg, grand superior. presided at yesterday afternoons session, which was preceded by stag party. A dance was held at The Elton Ball. room Saturday night.
 About 15O persons attended the Waterbury meetings.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1945-02-26
American Invasion
 Feored by Joponese

Aboard Mitscher's flagship off Tokyo, Feb. 17-(UP-The Japanese already have begun fortifying their beaches against the possibility of an American invasion.
 Pilots from this carrier reported seeing dozens of strands of barbed wire on beaches north of Tokyo while flying near the capital today.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1945-02-26
DIR. LEE TO PRESIDE
 AT NAACP MEETING

A meeting of the local unit of the National Association for the Ad- vancement of Colored People has been scheduled for tonight at 8:30 at the Pearl Street Neighborhood House. A discussion will be held on bill on rdacial discrimination now pending in the General Assembly. Dr. James F. Lee will preside.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1945-02-26
Full Weather Report

Boston, Feb. 28-(UP)-Weathe forecasts
 CONNECTICUT, Massnch use tts, and Rhode Island ThickenInE klkh esS0dImens today with come. what IOwer temperatures. Cloudy night and Tuesday. Not 90 cold t0niwhts
The Waterbury Democrat., 1945-02-26
MASS

R R0MANTELLO-Second anniversary Mass of requiem will be celebrated Tuesday morning, Feb. 27, at 7:3O o'clock, at Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church, for the repose of the soul of the late Domenic Romaniello.