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The Waterbury Democrat., 1945-02-28
FUNERALS

The funeral of Mrs. Mary Roper. widow of William Roper and form. .erly of this city, who died Monday night in West Haven, will be held from the Bergin funeral home, 200 East Main street, Friday at 8:30 a. m. to the Immaculate Conception church at 9 for solemn high Mass of requiem. Burial will be in new St. Josephs cemetery. Friends may call at the funeral home today and tomorrow afternoon and evening.
 The funeral of Edward J. Payeur, 50, of Indianapolis, Ind, formerly of Waterbury, was held from the Bergin funeral home, 290 East Main street, this morning at 8:30 o'clock to St. Anns church at g. Rev. Ubald Laurion was celebrant of the high Mass of requiem. Bearers were Will liam Kelleher, Johu Maloney, Henry LeChance and John Graham. Burial was in Calvary.
 The funeral of Vladyslaw Orlow- ski, APO South Main street, will be held tomorrow from the Deliniks funeral home, IT Congress avenue, at g a. m. Burial will be in Calvary cemetery. Friends may call at the funeral home today from 2 to 10 p. n.
 The funeral of Mrs. Ervillia Lewis Blodgett, widow of Norton P. Blod- gett, will be held from the Alder son funeral home, 70 Central ave- nue, tomorrow afternoon at 2 o'clock, Rev. Ivey Snuff, pastor of Mill Plain Union church, officiating. Rev. Mat thew Madden Branford, wil assist at the service. Burial will be at Wonx Springs cemetery, Southing- ton, at the convenience of the fam- lly Friends may call at the funeral home this afternoon and evening. Funeral services for Joseph Zein- CT, Terryville, was held today at 2:30 D. m. at the Scovill funeral home. Terryville. Burial will be in Hillside cemetery. Terryville, at the conven- fence of the family.
 Funeral services for Oscar Voight- lander, Ansonia, were held today at 2:30 D. m. at the Jensen funeral home, 52 State street, Ansonia.
 The funeral of Oriel DeMaio, 9i of B East Farm street, was held this morning at o'clock from the Maiorano Funeral Home, 95 Willow street, to St. Lucy's church at for a solemn high Mass celebrated by Rev. John Dial. Rev. Michael Mo- Very was deacon. and Rev. FeliS Scoglio was sub-deacon. Burial was in the family plo. in Calvary ceme- tery with committal services con- ducted by Father Scoglio.
 Mrs. Mary Russo was soloist and Mrs. Elizabeth Mascoli was organ ist. Bearers were James Griffin, Augustus E. Peck. James Salvatore
The Waterbury Democrat., 1945-02-28
PUBLIC HEALTH NURSE
 ON AVAILABLE LIST

Miss Mary E. Grady. public health nurse, was yesterday designated as available for relocation where need ed, by the board of health. acting on request of the local committee for the procurement and assignment of nurses.
 Although Miss Grady Is designated as available for service in areas where there may be a pressing need for nurses, there is no law which would make her transfer compuls- ory.
 However if she does go, board members said that she would be on leave of absence and could re- turn to her old job in the depart ment.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1945-02-28
Hospital Bulletins

Linda Rae Leavenworth, five year old daughter of MT. and Mrs. Raymond Leavenworth of WOlcOtt, was reported slightly improved at Waterbury hospital this morning, although her name is still on the danger list. She Is suffering from peritOnitis.
 Thomas Lockwood, 7-year old Son of Mir. and Mrs. Leonard Lockwood, 287 Lincoln street, was reported in fairy good condition at Waterbury hospital where he is under treatment for a possible skull fracture suffered in 8 fall in the cellar of house on Will low street yesterday afternoon.
 Miss Caroline LawtOn of West Cheshire Is under treatment at Waterbury hospital for g back in- Jury suffered last night when the car in which she was riding struck . bump.
 Mrs. Johanna Jackie, 59 Faber avenue, was treated at Waterbury hospital yesterday afternoon after she was bitten on the palm of her hand by her dog when she at- tempted to comfort it after it was struck by a car on Delaware ave- nue.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1945-02-28
War Worker

War Worker
 interned in Germany due to broker communications.
 Prisoners stationed near the front lines, who were moved toward cen tral Germany, were forced to march 12 hours daily through sub-zerc weather, he said, and Red Gross workers, attempting to get food par cels through, are experiencing great difficulties in opening up channels of distribution.
 The Pacific area has proved to be mtEt difficult, Mir. Purvts said, since thousands of miles must be negotiat- cd to reach the numerous islands.
 Mayor Confident
 Mayor John $. Monagan expressed confidence that Waterbury would go ever the top as 1t has done in all previous drives.
 Stating that more heartaches have been saved during this war by the Red Cross than by any other organization, or group of organiza- tions, Rabbi William P. Greenfield urged WaterburianS not to neglect to contribute to the war fund be- cause they are not approached. Tt is a great privilege in this world where billions are being spent for destruction to give to an organiza- ton that is engaged in constructive work" he said.
 Mrs. Herman Rooster, war fund chairman, said large clcck on the Green will register the progress of the drive, and the hand will be moved for the first time by Mayor John $. Monagan at 4:45 tomorrow Sh" also expressed her appreciation to the workers who have volunteered to assist during the drive.
 Other speakers were Maj. John M Burrall, honorary chapter chairman, Mrs. Carl Weyand, chairman of vol- unteer special services; and Raipn Paine, president of the Chamber of Commerce.
 Judge Patrick Healey, chairman of the Waterbury chapter presided.
 The meeting was opened by the singing of the National anthem, lead by group of Red Cross Nurses Aides, who filed into the meeting leaG by Miss Alice Anderson, direc- tor of Nursing service.
 The invocation was delivered by R. Rev. Msgr. Joseph Valdambrini, and the benediction was said by Rev. Dr. Jchn c. Walker.
 The Imperial trio played before and after the meeting. Boy Scouts from various chapters distributed posters and flags. Mrs. Forrest Pur- inton and Mrs. Charles Audet were in charge of arrangements.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1945-02-28

The complaint states the plaintiffs. owners of the property since Jan. 26, acquired 1t from Dennis K. Flynn, father of the defendant.
 The plaintiffs state tEe deitndsnA lived with her father at tne time the property was sold and it vas their agreement the pre,biHes would be vacated when the sale was consummated. The defendant hss re- fused to move, they state, ard as a result they have lost use c. the premises and have lost rents ard profits which might be derived.
 Two $2,50O civil actions were in- stituted as the result of an accident which occurred last Nov. p at Union street at the intersection of Cole street. The suits are brought by Raymond Palmer of Waterbury and Eugene J. Sullivan of Water bury against James and John Web- ster of Wolcott.
 Sullivan was operator of car which allegedly was struck by one owned by John Webster and oper- ated by his son, the other defendant Palmer was a passenger in the Sul- livan car. Both plaintiffs list per- sonal injuries. Sullivan also states his car was totally destroyed.
 Debt Basis of Suit
 Carl Johnson of Terryville seeks $250 damages from Anthony Muri- ello of Southington over an alleged debt of $125 contracted before Feb ruary 14. Details of the litigation will be filed later :n an amended complaint.
 James Stierle of Wolcott has been named defendant in a $2,500 civil action by the c. A. Cowles Co.,, Inc. of Southington. An alleged loan of $1, ,O78.92, contracted before January %, is the basis of the litigation. De- tails will be supplied in the court later.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1945-02-28
New Owner For OId-Time Local Cigar Company

The Universe Cigar Co.,, which has manufactured cigars on Bank street for the past A years, was sold yesterday by Mrs. Johanna Moss, to Artemio Vasquez, of this city.
 The cigar factory was opened in 1901 by James M. Moss, husband of Mrs. Moss, and was located across from the old railroad sta ton on Bank street. After the Waterbury fire in 1902, the factory was established at It's present lOca- tiOn at 151 Bank street.
 Following the death of MT. Moss in 1904, his widow assumed direc- tOrship of the business and has operated it up to the present time. It is believed that she was the first woman in the country to manufacture cigars.
 Mrs. Moss, who now resides at 148 Grand street, said she will spend the greater part of her time at her summer home at Pond Point.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1945-02-28
D.A.V. OFFICER
 AIDS VETERANS

Members of the Disabled Ameri- can Veterans wishing information on their rights in respect to the pay ment of the Old Age Assistance may obtain all necessary information from Rehabilitation Officer John P. Barry. The latter will be at the post office, Room 305. 42 Bank street to obtain requests for exemption from veterans qualified and also to assist in the preparation of applications for compensation, disqualification and other privileges.
 Within the past month the Wa terbury Chapter, D. A. ", has ac- cepted more than 100 applicati IS for membership. The local post is becoming one of the largest in the state.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1945-02-28
ILLNESS CAUSES
 DELAY IN TRIAL

A continuance was granted by Common Pleas Court Judge Miles F. McNiff yesterday afternoon in the litigation brought by William F. Moran, local teacher, and his son. William r. Moran, Jr, against Terry Condon of Ansonia. The court was told one of the witnesses was unable to be in court because of illness.
 The father and son each seek $2,- 800 damages as the result of an &C., cident which occurred December 2, 1889, in Seymour. The father states he applied the brakes of his car to avoid striking the Condon car, and as result skidded into tree. The defendants car had turned suddenly onto the highway from driveway, the plaintiffs claim. Personal in juries are listed by both.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1945-02-28

.,seceiVed genuine relief from gas pains,
 Heartburn, belching. gnawing stomach lsacidiy pains due to hyper-acidiy. Yes, 'sgenuine relief for not only occasional stom- .Ach upsetS, but also-more important-for ahose recurring stomach irritation pains .kiue to hyper-acidiry. Safe, soothing. non- lhabit-forming. prepared like a doctors sprescription. No rigid liquid diets. Direc- .1ions have helpful food suggestions. Pre- stcription priced. worth it! Buy Von's to-
 day. ( convenient sizes at your druggist or Iiggett5s, PicarelIi Pharmacy, Lake drug. Mccarthy Pharmacy. W. J. Dunphy.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1945-02-28
DEADLTNE TONIGHT
 ON OLD-AGE TAXES

Mall postmarked not later than 12 midnight tonight and contain ing the 300 old-age assistance tax payment will be accepted without penalty mourning 1t was stated to- day by Humbert Mangini city tax collector. Today is final day for payment after which lien of $1.0C is added.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1945-02-28
|BRUNDAGE HELD
 PENDING PROBE
Released Under Bond of $500 for Possessing Un.
 loaded Gun

John Brundage, 47, RED 3. Pros- pect. was released under a $500 bond pending disposition March 5 of charge of carrying a concealed weapon when the case was called before Judge T. E. Conway in city court this morning. Brundage en- tered a plea of guilty to the charge.
 Prosecutor Albert w. Hummel said the accused was arrested yesterday afternoon by Detective Sgt. Joseph Mccarthy, State Trooper Carl Carl- son of Bethany barracks. and State Policewoman Mary Daley, also of Bethany barracks. after they found a .25 caliber revolver in the glove compartment of his car while ques- tioning him in connection with an- other matter.
 The gun, an old model. slightly rusted, was unloaded, but appeared to be still serviceable. the officers said.
 Michael Raimo, 36, 34 French street. was given a suspended 10 day jail sentence on a breach of the peace charge. Detective Lieut.. William Foley said he created dis turbance in the police station yes terday after coming in to make a complaint.
 Other cases: Rocco Guerrero. 48, 341 Moran street, Milton Wyrick. Jr., 3l. 132 Locust street, Oresta Dagostino, IT, 76 Rose street, Mi- chael Panasci, 36, PIT Walnut street, Mrs. George Whalen, 30, 330 East Main street, Angelo Piltro, 53, 338 Hill street, parking violations. $5 bonds called; Ernest Fritz, 57. Litch- field, Alfred Dixon, 39, 45 Bond street, parking within 25 feet of an intersection. $8 bonds called; Lena Lucisano, 80, 42 Winchester street, parking violation, nolled; Michae. Toma 42, 28 James street, sellying liquor after hours, continued to March 2.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1945-02-28
MONAGHAN SPEAKS
 ON C. A. P. WORK

Capt. Gerald Monaghan. CAP. spoke history and aims of the Civil Air Patrol at today's noon meet. ing of the Kiwanis club at the Elton Former commander of the Water bury CAP squadron, Capt. Monag- han now serves as Connecticut wing intelligence ofEicer and edits the publication, Wing Dope.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1945-02-28
Full Weather Report

Boston, Mass. Feb. 2S (UP)- Weather forecasts:
 CONNECTICUT. M A $ SACHU- SEITS and RHODE ISLAND - Increasing and thIckeninG clOudi- ness followed by SIeet and freex- ing rain beginning tonight. Not quite aO cold in the interior to- night. ThuTSdny cloudy with HIeet or freezing rnin and rnln jn the morning. Little change In tem- Derntmr". uOweHt temperature for Worcester tonight neRr 2S de- KPeeS).
The Waterbury Democrat., 1945-02-28
PAPER COLLECTION
 PROGRAM PERFECTED

Herbert Scott-Smith, Superinten- dent of streets, has laid out pro- gram composed of dividing the city into 29 sections to facilitate the paper collection planned for March 26. According to the plan each driver of a truck will be given map O. his division with the streets ear- marked for collection purposes.
 The salvage committee met yes- terday and set the goal for the drive at 100 tons. Manufacturers of the city will be contacted to obtain trucks and drivers for the collec- ton. At least 40 or 45 vehicles will be needed.
 Great Britain now has 239 pro ducing oil wells.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1945-02-28
Wolcott Vigorously
 Opposed To Airport
Protests Filed at Public Hearing in Hartford Yester
 day; Mayor Hopes for Reconsideration

deemed the most suitable by en- gineering authorities. It has not yet been determined as to the favor ableness of such 8 project relative to the interests of the residents of Waterbury. It is said that some op- pose here the proposal on the basis of such location not proving even- tually to be revenue bearing in pro- portion to lost and maintenance.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1945-02-28

William Burns, Earl Fraser and John Norton.
 The funeral of Frank Kelpch, who | made his home with MT. and Mrs Peter Vaickus. Sunnyside road, Oak vile, took place to day at 8:3O a. m. from the ColaSanto Funeral Hobe, 932 Bank street. to St. Mary Magda- len church. Oakville. where high Mass of requiem was celebrated by Rev. Thomas McGarry. Burial was in Calvary, Father McGary officiat- ing.
 Bearers were Raymond Vaickus. Raymond Walauskas. John Koie- vauskas. Eddie Kushlis, Edmund Kagalauskas and John Unikas, Jr
 Funeral services for Mrs. Eliza beth N. Simpson. 42 Mitchell ave- nue, were held today at Il a. m. at the Alderson funeral home. 70 Central avenue, with Rev. Dr. John J. Snavely, pastor of the First Methodist church, officiating. Bur- ial was in Riverside cemetery cha pei, Norwalk.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1945-02-28
WAVE SPECIALIST
 TO RECRUIT HERE

Specialist Phyllis Mathlasen of the WAVES vii be at the local Navy recruiting station in the post office on Thursday and Friday 50 that any prospective applicants may re- ceive full information on the require ments for enlistment in the WAVES.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1945-02-28
Morale of War Prisoners Sustained by Home Folks
Generosity of American People Enables American Red Cross to Give Cheer, Comfort; Fund Erive to Open

Only through the generosity of the American people
 has the Red Cross been able to provide weekly food pack ages which have sustained thousands of American service
 men and citizens now interned at enemy camps and to offer recreational activities for millions of men stationed throughout the world Miss Margaret Ruth Draper over Red Cross worker told approximately 800 Red Cross workers at a luncheon held at the Central Y M C. A.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1945-02-28
FOLKS USE SUGAR
 STAMP '34' TODAY

Sugar stamp 34 in Ration Book " expires today, with only stamp 3S to be valid tomorrow for five pounds of sugar. An additional sugar stamp will be validated May l. ac- cording to an OPA announcement.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1945-02-28
OBITUARY

CORR-Joseph Corr, 9 Yates avenue, died yesterday morning at his home after a short illness. The son of the late John and Margaret (McBride) Corr, he was well known in athletic circles and was a for mer member of the Brooklyn Ath- letic association.
 He served for some years as phy- sical instructor at the Boys Club in Bridgeport but later became a salesman for the Standard Wire & Die Co.
 Surviving are two sisters, both teachers in local schools, Katherine, Mary Abbott school, and Margaret, Maloney school.
 The funeral will be held Friday at 8:30 a. m. from the Bergin fu- neral home, 290 East Main street, to St. Margaret's church for a solemn high Mass of requiem at 9. Burial will be In new St. Jo- seph'scemetery. Friends may call at the funeral home this evening and tomorrow afternoon and evening.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1945-02-28
EAT WHAT YOU LIKEg

'Hon'S Tablets can make
 4his possible for you; for 1e years thousands of
 stomach sufferers have
The Waterbury Democrat., 1945-02-28
DIED

CORR-In this city, Feb. 27th, 1945, Joseph Corr. of 22 Yates Avenue. Funeral Friday at 8:30 a. m., from Bergin Funeral Home, 29O East Main Street, to St. Margarets Church, at 9 a. m. Burial in new St. Joseph's cemetery.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1945-02-28
Nozis Fed Prisoners

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The Waterbury Democrat., 1945-02-28
Estote N ears Distribution

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Detroit evening times., 1945-07-09
Dave ApoIIon
At Lee n Eddie S

DAVE APOLLON, the popular
Russian entertainer and his Fill
pino boys. and the madcap Murtah
Sisters, whose unique brand OF
mirth and melody is much in
evidence on radio, stage and
screen, will remain over for a
second week by popular demand.
starting Friday. as the hcadliners
Of the huge now floor show al
Ece II EddIcS 5 supper Club.
They will be joined at that time
by the noted trumpet star, Clyde
Mccoy. and his Sugar Blues
orchestra. Roy Tracy, Whe has
acquired a tremendous local fol-
lowing aS- a master of ceremonies,
heads the current supporting
lineup. which InCiu q les Dixie
Roberts. talented tap star, and
the attractive Dorothy Dorbin
Dancers. The latter group will
also hold over intact all next
week. Buddy Franklin and his
orchestra end their current en-
gagement, Thursday.
Organ melodies by Tom Mont
gomery are an intcrlude feature,
Detroit evening times., 1945-07-09
Bowery Show
Is Held Over

THE CURRENT Bowery revue
is being held over for the second
week by popular demand. Head
lining the show is the inimitable
Queen of Magic, Dell 0iDeil with
over 200 tricks and feats of magic.
Her amazing sleight of hand per-
formances deceive and delight
onlookers of any age. Also staying
in the Bowery spotlight for an
other week are the singing De-
Castro Sisters. lovely Latin AmerI-
can stars. Their delightful accents
add piquant charm to the latest
hit tunes.
Newcomers are Andre and Del
phine, ballroom dancers, while
others held over are iuggler
Charles Carer; master Of cere-
monies frankie Rapp; the Pat
Walsh Victory girls. and the
Jumpin' Jivers. It's Ben Young's
music for background and dancing.
Detroit evening times., 1945-07-09
Film Time Clock

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USITFD ARTISTS Those Endearing
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Detroit evening times., 1945-07-09
Mickey's Show Bar

TIGER AND ATLAS, outstand-
ing for their versatility, head the
new variety floor show at Mickey's
Show Bar, this week. They excel
in adagio, dancing and vocal
routines. Tiger doubles as master
of ceremonies. Prominent in the
supporting lineup are the blues
singing favorite, Billie Richmond,
who is in the farewell week Of a
month-long engagement; Patti
Joyce, the popular and talented
exotic. second week by popular
demand. Doris Dayne, attractive
swing singer, and others Lew
Edwards and his orchestra are the
music makers.
Detroit evening times., 1945-07-09
All Russian
Program
BY CHARLES GENTRY

AN ALL-RUSSIAN program
melodicslly filled in The concert
time for last Saturday nights pres
cntstion by the Detroit SYM
phony Orchestra in L. Of n sta
dunn.
Walter Poole directed and solo
ist for the evening was the brll.
liant RuSSian-b born pianist, NlScha
Kottler. who took the solo role m
the almost too-famIhar TSCh3I-
kowsky First Piano Concerto.
Mr.. Kottler MAS ip fine form
and PLAYED with an ease and
authority which did much 10 over
come the "unny' effect which a
piano, played out OF doors, al
VANS creates over a public ad-
dress system.
Detroit evening times., 1945-07-09
Pedestrian Chore

RAY MILLAND actually
trudGed $50 blocks during the
filming of the unforgettable long
walk sequences in The Lost
Weekend. "
Detroit evening times., 1945-07-09
TWO NOVELTIES

Two novelties Of the evening
were Liadow's "Kikimora, which
is similar TO DukaS "Sorcerer' s
Apprentice, both in program and
in orchestral treatment, and the
Russian Dance and off-key Polka
from ShostakovichS ballet, The
Golden Age.
The first half Of the program
came 10 A close with a spirited
reading of the Polovtsian Dances
from Borodin's Prince Igor"
Altogether is was a very me-
lodic evening, accompanied by
cool breezes and starlight.
Detroit evening times., 1945-07-09
EXCELLENT SUPPORT

PXle and the orchestra gave
him excellent support, except IN
the first movement, which was too
slow, despite Mr.. kottlorS al
tempts 10 speed It up a little.
The second movement. the An
dantino. was particularly beautl-
fully played.
The orchestral part Of the pro-
gram began with the PotonalSe
from TschaikowSky's Eugene
Onegin" and was followed by the
Marche Miniature from TSchai-
kowsky's First Suite for OrchcS-
ira and the passionate Romeo
and Juliet" Overture-F Fantasy.
Detroit evening times., 1945-07-09
Draws ladd

ONE OF the priced fan tributes
received by Alan Lsdd. star of
1.-THE Blue Dahlia." is a likeness
done in scratchboard technique
by Marie Willis, Chicago art
student.
Detroit evening times., 1945-07-09
She S Decorating

DIANA LYNN, star of Our
Hearts We're Growing Up is hav-
ing her studio dressing room re-
decorated i'm red and white.
Detroit evening times., 1945-07-09
Ex-Road-Roq

PHILLIP TERRY. currently ap.
pearing in To Each His Own, -
once earned a living as A truck
driver.