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The Waterbury Democrat., 1945-11-20
 Blamed For Fotolity
 Coroner Files
 Report on
 Mrs. C0te's Death

Sparks from lighted cigarette which ignited the flimsy nightdress of Mrs. Anna Cote, 37, whose se- verely burned body was discovered yesterday morning on the floor of her apartment, 843 Bank street, vas. according to Coroner Frank T.. Healey, the cause of the woman's death.
 Police stated that the woman, whose body, charred with the ex- ception of the legs, was discovered lying on the floor near the kitchen ocor, had attempted to open the door before she was consumed by the flames; but apparently her death had been so sudden that she had had no time in which to call for help. Neighbors stated that they heard no screams nor smelled smoke at the time of the acciden- Ual death.
 Dr. Edward H. Kirschbaum, medical examiner, reported that the woman had been dead since last Thursday.
 Inspector Joseph R. Bendler stat eG that investigation by Detective Joseph Dunphy led police to be- lieve that the woman had been smoking in bed and her clothes had ignited from sparks from the ciga- rette. Detective Dunphy stated that n partially consumed cigarette and C. book of matches were discovered Cn the floor.
 He also revealed that charred pieces of what police believe are parts of the nightdress, were found on the bathroom floor. A scorched spot on the bathroom wall led police to believe that the woman fell against the wall when her clothes caught fire.
 The wall and door leading from the bathroom to the bedroom were covered with black smears; ana there were charred pieces of cloth On the bed as well as smears, Whlch led police to conclude that the woman was in the bed when her clothes became ignited.
 The janitor, Richard Mlllard' after several unsuccessful attempts to enter the apartment since Fri day. summoned the aid of police and he and Patrolman William Gal win forced their way into the apart ment.
 Mrs. Cotes husband. Alfred, was granted a divorce from her in Su- perior Court, Nov. 2. The acton was not contested, it was revealed. The couple married March l3, 1914 in Baltimore.
 Surviving are her mother Mrs. Mary Stanescki. two brothers, Ed ward and Frank Stanescki; three sisters Mrs. John Houghtaling' Mrs. Victor Sipperley, all Of Water bury. and Mrs. ogden Dudley, Sey- mour
 The funeral will be held today from the Stokes Funeral Home, 694 North Riverside street. Burial VIII be in Calvary cemetery Services will be conducted at 3 D. m. Friends may call at the funeral home to- oay from 1 to D. m
The Waterbury Democrat., 1945-11-20
 Elections Next Month
 Community Club
 Names Nominating
 Committee Tonight

The Hopeyille Community Club will hold it's monthly meeting this evening at at the South Congrega- tional parish hall on Baldwin street.
 Complete committee reports Will be presented, together with final re- ports on the Halloween parade.
 The Honor Roll Committee VIII give a detailed report together with their future plans .
 Election Of officers for l946 Will take place at the December meeting so the committee in charge of bring ing in a slate of officers for nom- ination will be appointed tonight
 All residents of the Vile are mem bers of the club, whether active or inactive, and all are cordially in-
The Waterbury Democrat., 1945-11-20
Noted Bosso To BeGuest Stor Sunday
 Ralph Jusko to Aid
 Si. Joseph's Choirs

Selections from Mozarts Figaro will be included in the program tt be rendered by Ralph Jusko. noted American basso. at concert of the St. Josephs church choirs Sunday a- ' p. m. at St. Josephs hall.
 MT. Jusko. who has sung r role. with the Philadelphia Opera Com. pany. Will render American anc Lithuanian songs.
 Programs have been prepared bI the Parish. Student and Women'i Alliance choirs, under the director Of Prof. Alexander J. Aleksis. ciloi- master and church organist.
 Rev. Joseph J Valantiejus, pas- tor of the church and honorary chairman of the concert arrange ments committee. will give a briai address of welcome
 The guest artist received musical training in piano and organ at the New England Conservatory of Music and at the Yale University of Music. He was awarded a scholar ship at the Curtsi Institute of Mu- sic. where he studied voice under de Gogorza. He has given concerts in major cities throughout the country.
 Arrangements for the conce-i have been made by a committed composed of Miss Marcelle Andri- kis, chairman, Mrs. Victor Meskun- as. John Lusas, Miss Constance Jegela, Miss Helen Padaigis. Joseph Paluskas, Raymond Vaichus, Miss Gladys Kevinas, Miss Mildred Bal trush, Mrs Anthony Miklinevich. Edmund Kazlauskas, Mrs. Stasys Sapranas, NJ = Raymond Snyder and Edward !~ ~shlis.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1945-11-20
ToIbotSPeoks On Important Legislation
 Sponsors Bill
 To Release Married
 SeFVicemen

Asserting that the nations most important reconversion job is the reuniting and re-establishing of American families, Rep. Joseph Tal- bot, in a radio address last night, urged the people of Connecticut and other states to appeal to their con- gressmen to assist in passing the bill introduced by him for the dis charge Of married men from the armed forces.
 Describing the bill known as House Bill 4668 Cong. Talbot eX- plained that the bill does not call for the discharge of men married after they entered the service He said it specifically applies to every male member of the Army and Navy who was on the date of his induction legally married and was at that date maintaining bona fide relationship with his wife, and still maintains such a relationship.
 The Connecticut congressman said there are thousands of hus- bands and fathers in the service, who have hopelessly low point scores because they have served for a long period of time in this country. Retaining these men in service. he said, will continue to cause hardship for their wives and children at home, while he believed the Army and Navy did not need their serv- ices.
 Describing the many difficulties through which are encountered in pushing a bill through Congress MT. Talbot promised wives and mothers of Connecticut that he would fol- low the bill along the devious and rough route it may have to travel '
The Waterbury Democrat., 1945-11-20
Victory Bond Sales Reach 
 SccviII Company
 EmpIoyes Near Goal

Victory bond sales at Scovil Mig. co. reac led S28O000 today toward the final quota Of $300000 David c. Moreland. chairman, announced this morning. It is expected that the quota will be reached this week.
 Twenty-three Scovill employees have puchased Sl,000 in Victory bonds since the campaign at the industrial plant started l2 days ago,
 The Scovill whistle. which blasts the number of S1 100O bond sales made during the week by employees, will be heard in the future at ? o'clock rather than l0:30 a. m. as in previous drives, MT. Moreland announced.
 Women bond buyers fiocked to Victory House this morning where four pairs of nylon stockings were awarded to bond buyers every hour Ten other pairs of nylons will be given to lucky ticket holders during the day. The event is sponsored by the State Theater bond commit tee and the Waterbury Republican, American
The Waterbury Democrat., 1945-11-20
PIuintiff Loses Suit ByAbsence
 Court Orders S2O00
 Action Non-Suited

A non-suit was declared by Com mon Pleas Court Judge Vine R, Parmelee today in the s2.000 civil action brought by Irving Lieber of Waterbury against the Lieber Trucking Co. Inc. after the plain tiff failed to show up in court.
 The litigation was based on an alleged debt of sl,733.33 for Serv- ices. The plaintiff claimed the de- fendant owed him $2.03333 for services rendered from Nov l, l944, to March 23, l945 and had paid only $500
 Decision was reserved in the suit brought by the Colonial Trus Go. of Waterbury against Daniel J. OLeary and Jane OJeary. both of Prospect. The bank seeks recovery on a promissory note loan of s2,l84 made Oct. 6, 1944
 Presentation of testimony was scheduled to continue in the court this afternoon in the Sl,70O action of Angelo Coldsurdo of Waterbury against Alfred F. Celentano, ad- ministrator of the estate of An tonic M. Crisci of Waterbury.
 The plaintiff claims he rendered services worth Sl 500 to the late MT. Crisci and also gave blood for two transfusions. worth S200, dur ing his illness. He rendered serv- ices as cleaner, bouncer and pro- tector at the Italian Pizeria oper- ated by MT. Crisci, the plaintiff claims.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1945-11-20
Housing Authorities ReUerse Former Stand
 interesting SpecuIatiOns Rife Over Housing
 AuthoFiiy's Willingness 10 Be Assessed

Like the puppy which reverses itself in chasing its tail. federal housing authorities now are seek ing benefits from the city relative to Waterburys housing projects, which are the same benefits spurned by them previously.
 If that doesn't seem to come out even-don't blame us
 The latest move on the part of National Housing Authority repre- sentatives is in seeking the $2.50 front footage assessment by the city, as mandatory under the city char ter. This is the same assessment the city tried to place on the Warner Garden and Hamilton Heights pro ject when first constructed; the same assessment which the federal authorities at that time, refused to pay and went to the United States court where they received "con- demnation rights" which freed them of any such obligation
 The $2.50 assessment is the nor nal charge by the city to defray costs of use of the main sewer lines, which in these instances constitute Is miles of the same
 By virtue of their condemnation rights" the federal authorities deem- ed the housing sites to be "reserva- tions.'
 Now some local authorities are of the belief, the NHA's latest move, is one seeking prospective Indians" for these reservations.
 Terms of the latest request by the MIA authorities is that the city place the $2.50 assessment upon the sites but agrees to place no further assessments in the future. By so do- ing the city thus would become liable for the projects as the latter would revert to the status of local property rather than federal.
 The sewer connections installed by the federal authorities at these projects were a subsequently, con- demned by city Plumbing Inspector James Walker. Added to this is the fact no permits ever were issued by the city for the various facilities there because of the court ruling that the sites were reservations
 These sites have been construct ed so as to be condemned and torn down within or by two years after the formal declaration of the wars end.
 The latest move of the federal authorities in seeking to conform with city regulations leads to the belief they are seeking buyers for the houses. Should the city assess the property it would be necessary, in the event a private purchase is effected, that all the federal laid sewers be torn up and new ones installed confronting with city regu- lations-but at the city's expense.
 Should the property be privately purchased without any liability on the city's part local agencies such as the city health board works works board electrical and building and plumbing inspectors would step in and condemn all present facili- ties thus nullifying the purchasers assets.
 There are 386 housing units at the Warner Garden tract and IFS at the Hamilton Heights. Local housingf authorities stated today that there are about l40 applicants
The Waterbury Democrat., 1945-11-20
Ike to Urge Merger Aid
Legionnoires List Speakers

Chicago, Nov. 20.-(UP) The American Legion's parade of five star warriors continued today with the appearance of General of the Army Dwight D. Eisenhower, who was expected to urge support of unified command of the nations armed forces,
 The topic has occupied the major ity of the conventions speakers so far, including two strong oppo- nents, Fleet Admirals Ernest J. King and Chester w. Nimitz. Still to be heard were It. Gen. James H. Doolittle and Gen. Alexander A. Vandegrift, Marine commandant.
 Other speakers today will include Surplus Property Chief w, Stuart Symington, Gen. Omar N. Bradley, administrator of the Bureau of Vet erans' Affairs, Secretary of the Treasury Fred Vinson and D, J. Macdonald, secretary-treasurer of the United Steelworkers, CIO.
 A strongly-worded recommenda- ton of universal military training, incorporating demand for four months of basic work and eight months of advanced training, await ed endorsement by the convention, as did U, s, control of the atom bomb,
The Waterbury Democrat., 1945-11-20
FourD Drivers Given NoIIes On Payments
 Popular Rates of SIP,
 $6 Prevailed Today

Four cass of violation of the rules of the road were brought before Judge Charles R. Summa in City Court this morning:
 William R. Ellis, 37, 347 Atwood av- enue; nolled on payment of SIP; Joseph Chernauskas, 33. l42 Geddes Terrace; continued to December l2; Kathleen Moore, 26, 527 Campbell avenue, New Haven; nolled for $6, and John L. Brockton, Bridgeport; i; nolled for $6.
 Three other motor vehicle cases were on the docket: Albert Steven son, 27, 233 North Hoadley street, Naugatuck; violation of the rules and failure to show his operator s license; nolled for $6 on the former count and nolled absolute on the latter count: William Vailliancourt. 37, RED No. 63, Wolcott; speeding; nolled for SIP, and Henry Kolakow- ski, 25, 26l River street; illegal parking; $5 bond called.
 Other cases: Chester Pernewski. 28, 8 Long Hill road; breach of the peace and intoxication; nolled; Ar thur Hotchkiss. 32, 62 Ayres street; breach of the peace; suspended sentence; James Quinn, 32, Mulber- ry street, Naugatuck; breach of the peace; suspended sentence. Harry Irving, 30. 26 Walnut street: non support; continued to December l8; Frank MiScavage, 27, 8 Long Hill road; breach of the peace. resist ance and assault; nolled: Charles Gatling, 34, l47 North Elm street; assault and breach of the peace; 30 day suspended sentence, and Robert Briggs, 26, APO Hamilton avenue; non support; continued to Decem- Der 4.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1945-11-20
s15,0O0 Suit Settled Today
 Mother Sought
 Damages for ChiIds Fall

A settlement out Of court was made today in a $15.0o0 suit based on injuries sustained by two-year- old child May 10, 1944 in fall from a second-hoor veranda at 59 Brew ster street.
 The litigation was brought by Jeannette Baker through her mother, Mrs. Lillian Baker of Wa teroury, against Adolph Fietz, owner of the property. It had been sched- uled for trial in superior court to- day.
 It was alleged by the plaintiff that a permanent injury to the brain resulted from the fall. The child stumbled against rear veranda railing, which gave way, causing her to fall, according to the complaint. The plaintiff claimed the railing was worn and routed, while the defend- ant claimed in pleadings that the child climbed on the railing and lost her balance.
 Terms of settlement were not dis closed.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1945-11-20
Postmaster Seeking Proposals on Quarters
 East Ends Branch Office Depends on Success
 of Search for Proper Site

Proposals for suitable quarters for branch post office for the East End, in the vicinity of Meriden road and East Main street. will not be accepted later than Saturday, Nov. 24, Postmaster Charles A. Ba- bin announced this morning.
 Numerous proposals offering vari- ous buildings in that area for use of the new branch post office have been received to date. the postmas- ter said, but he expressed the opin- ion that there may be others who desire to offer their properties for this purpose.
 Proposals for quarters must be received by Post Office Inspector c. $. Wibel, Post Office building. Bos- ton '. Mass, up to and including Nov. 24.
 As previously reported, the post office department is desirous of leasing for a period Of five or ten years building in that section of- fering 2,000 square feet Of space. Such a structure must also provide heat, light, power, water, toilet fa- cilities, heating and other necessary equipment.
 Although a suitable building meeting required specifications, could not be found during Q survey
The Waterbury Democrat., 1945-11-20

conducted in October by the local postmaster and Inspector Wibel, MT. Babln said at that time that several buildings in the vicinity would prove adequate if remodeled ur enlarged by the owners. if they so desired to lease their properties for this purpose.
 The East End Community club has campaigned for the establish ment of a branch post office for many months. Files in MT. Babin's office, however. indicate the post master recommended a branch post office for the East End, as well as other sections of the city, in Sept ember, 1888.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1945-11-20
Siocum ?. '. 4. Sponsors Scout Troop

AI 2 meeIlhs Held HuhdHY HIIHFF noon aE the Warner Garden c0ms mnnlty House it was agreed to form q Boy Scout Troop, This troop ls being sponsored by the hleeum r, T.
 A, All boys ia years old af older n AlaeAAa school area who wish t0 join and form 2 boy scout troop afe asked E0 attend a meeting Nov, a7 at the Warmer Garden Community House Edward " iitltlef, field ek- aautlYe eg lha Boy scouts and J0- seph bnnfeas, seauffnaelefr VIII pres aide and help Ie efeahlze ene troop,
The Waterbury Democrat., 1945-11-20
Strikers Obtain 

Providence, R. l., Nov. 20-CUP)
 The Rhode Island Unemployment Compensation board ruled today that 5,400 factory employees of the Brown & Sharpe Mfg. Co.,, strike bound by HOO clerical workers may draw compensation up to SIS per week.
 The strike, now in its fourth week, was ordered by the Office Elm ployes International union (AFL) in an effort to get higher wages. Other workers for the company, which manufactures tools and ma chinery. refused to cross the AFL picket lines and 4,l00 of them al- ready have applied for unemploy- ment compensation.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1945-11-20
Burglars Visit Modern Garage

Inspector Joseph R. Bender re- ported two breaks during the night
 At the Modern Garage, 62S Wa tertoWn avenue, Bender said, thieves entered a rear window and removed tools and an electric drill valued at $ll5, It. Edward McElli- gott is Investigating,
 It. Connie Shanahan and Ut, Ernest Pakul are Investigating break at the H, s. Coe Warehouse, 45 Freight street, in which thieves entered the building by forcing one of the huge doors, Bender stated a safe was damaged by knocking otf the dial and door handle, but added nothing was taken
The Waterbury Democrat., 1945-11-20
Wolcott Reports
 TlUo Measles Cases

Three cases of scarlet fever and two of whooping cough were the only communicable diseases listed for Waterbury for the week ending Nov r, according to the morbidity report of the State Department of Health. Two cases of measles ill Wolcott were noted.
 State totals for the week are: Whooping cough, 48; diphtheria, B; meningitis, 3; scarlet fever, 20; measles, g; lobar pneumonia, 24; chickenpox, 72; humps, 95; gonor- rhea 26 and syphilis, 43. One case of typhoid fever was listed for Manchester and one case of infan- tile paralysis for NorWalk,
The Waterbury Democrat., 1945-11-20
Marriage
 Intentions

The following persons have filed marriage intentions at the bureau of vital statistics, town clerks ot- flee:
 Nick Saleito, 46 Granger street, and Philomena Dellacamera, l22 Wolcott street,
 Richard M Lewis, l92 Dwight street, and Irene Jeannette Bois- vert, 92 Ridgewood street,
 John Mazzella, 240 Cherry street, and Gertrude Louise SYl- eneieki, 240 Cherry street,
 Robert MonneFat, 72 Walnut street, and Rose DFessel, Ssi Grove street,
The Waterbury Democrat., 1945-11-20
Hospital Bulletins

Anna Lizauskas, 2l, WoOdbury, was reported to be in good cOndi- tion today at Waterbury Hospital where she was admitted at ll:25 last night after she sustained a six-inch laceratiOn of her right leg in a fall against a car in Woodbury.
 James HarreIl. B, 76 Pearl street. was admitted to st. Mary's Hospital at l1:30 p. m. yesterday for treatment of lacerated in- dex finger of his left hand sus- tained in an accident at the Chase Metal Works when he crushed his finger between two metal blocks.
 Antonio DeLOia, 67, 599 Hamil- ton avenue, was treated at St. Mary's Hospital at 6:15 D. m. yes terday for a compound fracture and dislOcatiOn of his left little finger as well as a severe lacera- ton of that member sustained in an accident while saving wood on homemade electric saw.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1945-11-20
FatherWoods Scouts Guest
 Catholic Troops
 Meet in Hartford

Rev. James Woods of SS. Peter & Paul church. area chaplain for Catholic troops at dinner meeting in Hartford tonight for Scout chap lains and committeeman ot the Hartford diocese.
 Others from the Mattatuck Coun- ell who will attend the meeting, ct the Hotel Bond, will be James J. Hennessey, Frank J. Kenney' both members of the laymens commit tee for Catholic Scouts, and Scout Executive David F. Babson.
 Speakers will include Kenneth Col Ike of New York city, member of the national Boy Scout council, and Rev. William r, Collins of New town.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1945-11-20
Hudson Dragged For AirpIane

Edgewater, N. J., Nov 20 UP(- Police dragged the Hudson river early today for an airplane which crashed with five persons during a heavy rainstorm.
 The twin-engined Cessna crashed within 200 feet of the shore here last night and sank. Police said the pilot was Jerome Casper who had taken off from Washington with four passengers bound for New York.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1945-11-20
All Souls Pastor
 Speaker ToHorrouD

4 special Thanksgiving service will be held tomorrow evening aI All Souls church on Hewlett street at 7i45 o'clock featuring an appEes pFiate message by the pastor, Rev, T. L Sinclair, Holy Communion Will be administered at the 2 aeleek service Thursday morning,
The Waterbury Democrat., 1945-11-20
First Christ Chapel Vicor Here Tonight
Rev. Sidney Wallace Anniversary Speaker; ElWeIl Postmaster

William B. Elwell, vice-principal of Crosby high school, vii be toast master at the 25th annual dinner of Christ Chapel this evening at 2 o'clock at St. Johns parish house, it was announced this morning by Rev. Samuel Budde, vicar.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1945-11-20

for units in the local federal pro- jects which is moro than can be provided for. Tthe local Housing Authority has urged federal auth critics not to condemn these sites until Waterbury,s acute housing shortage is dissipated. This is not likely Co happen, it was stated to- day.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1945-11-20
Engine s Called To Check RLaze

Firemen from Engine Company 5, East Main street, responded this morning to an oil burner fire at the home of Anthony Dinopoli, 4 Bronx avenue, Damage was slight, it was reported,
The Waterbury Democrat., 1945-11-20
LUTHERAN SERVICES

A special ThanksglVing service will be held tomorrow evening at 8 o'clock at St, Johns Evangelical Lutheran Church on Cooke street Ieaturing a sermon by the psatol Rev. John N, Q, Mohrmann,
The Waterbury Democrat., 1945-11-20

Rt. Rev. Theodore Ludlow, sufra- gan bishop, of Newark, will be the principal speaker. His subject will be The Church in the Future Other guest speakers will include Rev. Francis O. Ayres. pastor of St. Johns Episcopal church, John P. Elton, senior warden at St. John s church and Rev Sidney Wallace, canon of Christ Church Cathedral, Hartford, first vicar of Christ Chapel.
 The musical portion of the pro- gram will be provided for by Mrs. Addie Russell. ......
The Waterbury Democrat., 1945-11-20

vited to attend 10 present then views and suggestions.
 Card playing and refreshments will follow the regular meeting.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1945-11-20

MRS. LOUIS GHETTO
 Mayor John :. MOnagan and the victorious Democratic can didates in the recent city cleo tions will be hOnored this evening at a Victory dinner-dance to be held at The Elton under the auspices of the Italian-A American Democratic Club auxiliary. Mrs. Louis ChieffO. a member of the club. who was elected to the board of education, Chairman Maurice !. Tangney c; the Democratic Town committee and Mrs. Mary C. KiImartin, town clerk, will share with Mayor MOnagan the honor of being special guests of the club. Various Democratic groups will be represented.