The Waterbury Democrat., 1945-11-23

chairman of the House Interstate Commerce Committee says that in his opinion, Adamsons bill would conflict with present radio laws.
 Town Topics-Thanksgiving of 1945 is just ory. A happy one for many. dismal to others. soand-so affair to But bring the traditional
 of good cheer need something stimulating to climax hectic year, which witnessed VIE and V-J days
 just to mention couple of exciting events Hlgn school football games appetizers couldn't have been recommended by the dostors They're too popular and enioyable (when payed) The military the Church of the Immaculate Conception impressive event. And didn't the governors fOotguard members look
 imposing and colorful? Our congratulations to Rocco Mara on the success of the K. of C. minstres It
 swell show from any point of view Incidentally Grand Knight "Tom" Bane who had planned to take the part of interocutor had pleasant weekend His young son.
 Tom Jr7 an honor student at Taft School, had to bat
 tie for his life against attack of pneumonia He came through the crisis wonderfully and reported back on the road recovery and making excellent progress Mr. and Mrs. Bane had their anxious moments and their many friends share their happiness in hearing the good It is reported that the Kiwanians have lost
 interest in afer-dnner speech making. They want their guests to say it with music After having enjoyed such varied and webalanced series would feel that way too . Paging Dr. Sweeney! Our good friend John P. Barry has been named to post in New Britain He will be contact man for veterans seeking em pIoymen And if anyone make that job pay big dvl- dends it's John F. Barry, past commander of the local D. He has given 25 of loyal service to the vet And he is still enthusiastic and cooperative salute to Jack. He rates that and more.
 Now that Alex Mole and Charles RlnalQl nave put away their G. battle clothes and taking indoctrna tion become civilians again. c. Y o. members and followers may anticipate season Of activities rem niscent of pre-war days It has been reported that Rev Michael McVery chaplain of St. Lucys unit has ordered the young leaders drafed for postgraduate work When Alex and Charlie active members winning debating and religious quiz championships St. Lucys C. Y. O. set the in Waterbury, few weeks after the team from the North End parish carried home the James F. Arnold Trophy by winning of the finest debates ever staged Waterbury, Uncle Sam stepped in and tapped three male members of the team and called them into service leaving Miss Ann Calo the lone member of the Mo- combination The three called for service included Charlie and Alex and Leo Conrad All three eventually went over seas Miss Cao became interested in higher education and took special at Columbia university So the spirit of St. Lucys C. Y O. should again be ready to pro- vide leadership and direction for local units and to stmu- late od-tme competition At the present writing St. Fran appear be ready to join in the for honors Six ago IA and 6 C. Y O. teams took part in the annual de- batting tournaments With attractive prizes offered for exceency this year. with keener desire for high school youths to get rid of the ters and everyone in the mood to enjoy favore diversions the CYO should enjoy prosperous year Every parish has young veterans look to for counselor aid and under such guidance every feature of the original Catholic Youth Or ganization program should be made reality.
 Thanksgiving Tidbits Not even the heavy rain yesterday could dim the joy of reunions long prayed for Tables laden with the biggest turkey in years. and in many homes that empty chair once again occupied In fact, Uncle Sam brought back so many of the boys the Army reported only 900 pounds of turkey required O bOuntifu holiday dinner for all in service Last year the Armys called for 6O,000,O00 pounds It is also reported that church services here in the city better attended than they have been in years There is no doubt that Water burians observed the holiday with the spirit of thankfulness since loomed on the horizon