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The Waterbury Democrat., 1946-09-17
EnZaIia VitOIO
 Bride .Of Veteran

The marriage of Miss Eulalia Vii tolo, daughter of Louis Vitolo of Hill Street and Pasquale Philip CierVo, son of MT. and Mrs. Domenic K. Ciervo of North Main Street was held yesterday at g o'clock at St. Lucy's Church. The Rev. Alexis D. Riccio officiated at the marriage ceremony.
 Given in marriage by her father, the bride was attired in a white gown, fashioned with a lace bodice and full skirt of chiffon with lace inserts and terminating in long train. She wore a tri-corn of i'm ported lace from which her two- tiered veil of French illusion fell and she carried a cascade of white orchids, swansonia and stephanotis Miss Sue Ciervo, sister of the bridegroom was maid of honor. She wore a pink gown fashioned with fitted bodice and a full skirt. Hel costume was complemented witt a matching tiara and she carried ar arm bouquet of pink roses. Mis! Lucia Carol Ciervo, niece of tht bridegroom, was flower girl. Sht wore a pink chiffon gown witt matching tiara and carried a Colon. ial bouquet. Vincent Vitolo, brother of the bride was the best man.
 Following 8 reception at Concor- dia Hall, the couple left on wed- ding trip to New York and Der muda. Mrs. Ciervo wore & grey suit with a blue feathered hat anc black accessories. She is grad uate of Danbury High School, at- tended Boro Hall Academy, New York. MT. Ciervo is an alumnus o. Crosby High School and attended Fordham University, Connection College of Pharmacy and Ohit State College. He is a veteran O. four and 8 half years with tht Army, nine months of which h, spent in the European Theater.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1946-09-17
Local Delegates
 Attend New Hoven Conference

The Waterbury Business and Pro- fesSional Women's Club, a member of the Connecticut Committee for the Equal Rights Amendment, was represented at the Conference in New Haven last Saturday by Miss Anna B. Platt and Miss Emily Mer- riman, president of the local group
 Mrs. Nina B. Horton Avery, o1 Richmond, Va, vice-president of the National Business & Professiona Women's Club, spoke in the after noon on the Equal Rights Amend ment. Mrs. Mabelle Ford, program co-ordinator of the Connecticut Federation of Business and Profes- sional Women's Club took part ir symposium entitled we Endorse the Amendment" speaking for the Democratic party. Miss Millicent Pond, membership chairman of the New Haven Business & Profession al WomenS Club, and a former member of the Waterbury club spoke for the National Federation of B.8aP. Clubs in the Symposium Speaking for the teachers on the same subject was Miss Fennessey Canty, of Waterbury, president ot the Connecticut State Teachers As Sociation.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1946-09-17
SnSan FaYiNO Is Bride or
 Paul Benson

Miss Susan A. Forino, daughter of MT. and Mrs. John B. Forino, South Leonard Street and Paul Benson, son of John L. Benson, Naugatuck, were married Saturday at the Church of Our Lady of Mount Carmel.
 The bride presented in marriage by her father, wore sheer white gown, fashioned with heart neck line, bead-embroidered bodice, Russian sleeves and long train Her tripIe-tiered fingertip veil fell from a headpiece of lilies and she carried a white prayer book marked with an orchid and streamers.
 The attending couple were Miss Marie Forino and Alden Saunders, Naugatuck.
 A reception at Sal's Restaurant for approximately 300 guests, in- cluding those from Naugatuck, Hartford, New York, New Jersey, and Reno, Nev., followed din- ner for approximately 100. Mrs. Forino received in a black dress with bead trim, black beaded hat and an orchid corsage.
 The couple left for wedding trip | to Washington, D. C., and New York, the bride wearing black suit, black hat, whie accessories, mink furs and an orchid. They will make their home in Nauga- tuck.
 The bride is graduate of Wa terbury Catholic High School. MT Benson, an alumnus of Naugatuck High School, is a veteran of three years overseas with the Army.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1946-09-17
Mary Shea Weds Daniel Y. KerzUin

Miss Mary Catherine Shea, daughter of Mrs. Bridget Shea Of Magill Street and the late John Shea, became the bride of Daniel " Kerwin, son of Martin Kerwin of Pleasant Street and the late Mrs. Kerwin, yesterday morning at 8 o'clock at the Immaculate Conception Church. The Rev. Fran cis M. O'Shea celebrated the nup- tial Mass and officiated at the marriage ceremony in setting of gladioli. Prof. Frederick F. Har- mon was organist and William Law Tor, soloist.
 The bride was attired in white gown styled with a nylon taffeta bodice, sweetheart neckline, long sleeves and a gathered skirt of title. Her fingertip veil of illusion fell from a, Dutch cap and she car { ried a prayerbook marked with rose-buds and baby's breath. Miss Mae Bessette was maid of honor. She wore blue gown fash toned with velvet bodice and a tulle skirt. Her headpiece of pink plumes and pink mittS completed her costume and she carried an arm bouquet of mixed flowers. Louis Kerwin was his brothers best man.
 Out of town guests from Hart ford, New Milford, Ansonia, and Cleveland, Ohio, attended recep- tion at Sullivan'S Inn, Naugatuck. Mrs. Shea received in black crepe suit with matching accessories and was assisted by the bridegroom's mother who wore a black ensemble. They both wore corsages of Amer ican Beauty roses.
 The couple left on a wedding trip to New Hampshire. Mrs. Ker- win wore a suit with black skirt and an aqua and grey tweed coat. aqua feathered hat, black access sories and corsage of gardenias. She is a graduate of Wilby High School. MT. Kerwin, a graduate of Crosby High School is a veteran of the U. s. Army for five years, served in the European Theater for three years. He is associated with the American Metal Hose branch of the American Brass Company. Upon their return they will reside at 31 Pleasant Street.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1946-09-17
Miss Woodruff
 Wed to Veteran

Miss Catherine Losi Woodruff of Cedar Avenue became the bride of Michael Caggiano, son of MT. and Mrs. Pacquale Caggiano of North Elm Street on Saturday at g o'clock at the Church of SS. Peter and Paul. The Rev. Michael Heating of flciated at the marriage ceremony.
 Presented in marriage by her brother, the bride, was attired in white silk marquisette gown fashioned with fitted bodice with lace inserts, and gathered skirt Her full length veil fell from a crown of Chantilly lace and orange blossoms and she carried an arm bouquet of white roses.
 Mrs. Eleanor PartiSs was her sis ter'S matron of honor. She wore pink velveray gown with a match ing tiara and carried a bouquet of garden flowers. Alex Markowicf was best man and Edward Wood ruff, brother of the bride, ane Carmen Mucciaro were ushers.
 Following a reception at tn Quaker Inn the couple left on wedding trip to New York City Upon their return they will resid' at 82 North Elm Street. MT. Gag giano is a veteran of the U. s
The Waterbury Democrat., 1946-09-17
Sadie PeIMSO,
 WIli0m1 DOran Wed Yesterday

At St. Patrick's Church at g o'clock yesterday morning, Rev. Francis J. Doherty united in mar r1age Miss Sadie Mary Peluso. daughter of MT. and Mrs. John Pe- luso, of South Leonard street, and William James Doran, son of Mrs. John Doran, of Porter street, and the late Mr. Doran.
 The bride wore white satin gown with a high neckline, long sleeves, edged with ruffles, a fitted bodice and three ruffles down the back of the full skirt. Her long veil was arranged from a net crown and she carried an old-fashioned bouquet centered with an orchid.
 Mrs. Martha Meyers served as her cousins only attendant. Thomas Doran was best man.
 Following a dinner for 50 guests and a reception for approximately 150 at Borrelli's Banquet Hall, the couple departed for a wedding trip to New York City, the bride wear ing grey suit, black accessories and an orchid corsage. Out-of- town guests were present from Che- shire and Naugatuck. The couple will reside at 19 South Leonard Street.
 The bride attended Wilby High School. MT. Doran attended Leav- enworth High School and is vet eran of two years with the U. s. Army. He spent q months in the European Theater.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1946-09-17
Friends Honor Future Bride
MISS BEATRICE M. FLAvIr

Mrs. Rocco Perugini and Mrs. Oresine Frappier were hostesses at a currency shower given at Sabols Restaurant, in honor of Miss Flor ence Perugini, who is to be married to Robert Frappier October 12 at g o'clock at Our Lady of Lourdes Church.
 Those present were: Mrs A. Jo- seph, Mrs. A. Maiorano, Mrs. J. Nocera, Mrs. J. Potter, Mrs. M. Sem fer, Mrs. M. DiBlasio, Mrs. Boylan, Mrs. F. Herman, Mrs. P. Mulhall, Mrs. M. Arab, Mrs. D. Kane, Mrs. M. Walker, Mrs. R. Balamato, Mrs. c. Lombardi, Mrs. c. Mancini, Mrs. A. Gemino, Mrs. V. Carilli, Mrs w. Frappier, Mrs. s. Mancini, Mrs. R. Devino, Mrs. D. DiZino, Mrs. A. Topazio, Mrs. Follstrom, Mrs. D. Liberatore, Mrs. J. zampino, Mrs. A. Costa, Mrs. R. Denze, Mrs. M. Perugini, Mrs s. Sacco, Mrs. A. To- lomeo, Mrs. W. Monico, Mrs. A. Lat tanzio, Mrs. F1aherty, Mrs. L. Ri- tucci, Mrs. s. Singer, Mrs. L. Val letta, Mrs E. Connell, Mrs. s. Dad dona, Mrs. E. Mazzaferro, Mrs. P. Marcoux, Mrs. E. Wisneski Mrs. H. Roberts, Mrs. R. CiarlegIo, Mrs. M. Pttinecchi, Mrs. c. Palma and Mrs. R. Flaherty;
 Also: Mrs. M. Regin, Mrs. A. Arena, Mrs. M. Tunnel, Mrs. M Ira vasano, Mrs. M. Promotico, Mrs. c. Alisi, Mrs. J. Vellucci, Mrs. A. Vel lucci, Mrs. J. Mariana, Mrs A. Perugini, Mrs. M. Fernandes, Mrs. s. Raphael, Mrs. M. Wells, Mrs. B. Kumanski, Mrs. E. Bedryzcuck, Mrs c. Micorano, Mrs. R. DeLeone, Mrs R. Rinaldi, Mrs. M. Sorbo, Mrs. G. Perugini, Mrs. O. Frappier, Mrs. M Celone, Mrs. J. Proietti, Mrs. J. Mu- ccino,. Mrs. L. DeVito, Mrs S. Ba- Sile, and the Misses Mae O'Brien, M Boylan, Patricia Mulhall, Anne Westley, Lucy Perugini, Angie Car ielil, Sue Campoli, Florence Peru gini, Terry Marrone, Mae Flaherty Eve Waters, Theresa Connell, Mary DiVito, Lucy O'Neill, Eleanor Vitali Tillie Vitalie, Ina Cohen, Rita ONeil Kay Zabbarra, Mary Ramp, Anne Ryan, Mary MeSsina, Carrie DiSta- sio, Lea Adramsen, Mary DeVito Pearl Muccino and Ricca Muccino
 Mrs. F. Campoli, Mrs. P. Valletta Mrs. F. Oracle, Mrs. A. Mulvaney Mrs. A. Basili, Mrs. D. Clifford, Mrs R. Stewart, Mrs. F. Mullen, Mrs. L Torretta, Mrs. L. Napomaseno, Mrs M. Abberanti, Mrs. J. Carlstrom Mrs. L. Leon, Mrs. F. Merluzzi, Mrs L. Sylvestro, Mrs. J. Natale, Mrs M. Perugini, Mrs. J. Kennedy. Mrs P. Dente. Mrs. A. Caruso, Mrs. M Baini, Mrs. L. Perugini, Mrs. M Kean, Mrs. J. Nocera, Mrs. A. Mo- cera, Mrs. M. Impresa, Mrs. G. Ga. rielli, Mrs. D. Charles, Mrs. A. Dente Mrs. R. Messina, Mrs. P. Miaorano Mrs. J. Jannetto, Mrs. J. Perugini Mrs. c. Magaraci, Mrs. c. Sorbo Mrs. A. Calabrese, Mrs. B. Margrat. to, Mrs. c. Stefanelli, Mrs. P. Ci. priano, Mrs. R. Guerrero, Mrs. c Peloquin, Mrs. F. Corrigan, Mrs. J DeReinzo and Mrs. S. Rinaldi.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1946-09-17
Kellogg-Pea
 NubtiaLS Held

Miss Bettie Hagedorn Pease, daughter of MT. and Mrs. Ralph Hotchkiss Pease of Torrington, and Capt. William Warren Kellogg, Army Air Forces, son of MT and Mrs. Irwin Lyle Kellogg of High lands, Texas, were united in mar riage in the home of the bride on Saturday at 4 o'clock. The Rev. G Homer Lane, pastor of the Torring- ton Congregational Church offici- ated at the wedding.
 Members of the bridal party in- cluded Miss Patricia Pease, sister of the bride, maid of honor and William Rawlings Wilcox of Brook lyn, N. Y, as best man.
 Following reception for ap- proximately 125 guests, the couple left on wedding trip to an un. announced destination. Mrs. Kel' logg is a graduate of the Emms Willard School, Troy, N. Y, ant Vassar College, Poughkeepsie, N Y. A graduate of Massachusetts Institute of Technlogy, Capt. Kel logg served in the 82d Airborn Di' vision during the war and is nov an aeronautical engineer with tht Army Air Forces.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1946-09-17
Miss Eve Concelloro Will Marry Local
 Dentist on Thursday

On Thursday, Miss Cancellaro daughter of MT. and Mrs. Michael Cancellaro, Howard Street, will marry It. Leonard Nardozza, son of MT. and Mrs. Vito Nardozza, ot Howard Street. The ceremony will be performed at the Church of the Sacred Heart at o'clock
 The bride-elect is a graduate ot Sacred Heart High School and at- tended Post Business College. It Nardozza is a graduate of Crosby High School, and Fordham Univer- sity. He received his doctor of den- tai surgery degree at the University of Maryland Dental School, Balti- more. It. Nardozza was commits stoned in the Army on Aug. II.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1946-09-17
Miss Mcfarland BecOmlS Bride

Miss Betty L. Mcfarland, daugh- ter of MT. and Mrs. Charles B. Mo- Fa~land of Dayton, Ohio and Phil ander Norton of Naugatuck son of Mrs. Philander of Port Washing ton, L. T., and the late MT. Norton, were united in marriage Saturday afternoon at the Victory Methodist Church, Dayton, with the Rev. Vic- tor Pfeiffer, pastor, officiating at the ceremony.
 Members of the bridal party were Miss Dorothy Jean Mcfarland, sis ter of the bride, maid of honor; Charles G. Bennett of New York City, best man for his cousin; and the brides brothers, Charles and Donald Mcfarland, were ushers.
 The couple left on wedding trip to Virginia. Upon their return they will reside in Naugatuck where MT Norton is associated with the Chemical Division of the U. s. Rub- Der Company.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1946-09-17
Canty- NubtiaLS Held
for Nurses

WatertoWn, Sept. 17.-The mar riage of Miss Eleanor Anne Schaff- ner of Yonkers, N. Y, daughter of MT. and Mrs. John Valentine Schaffner of Hamden to Stephen Anthony Canty, Jr., son of MT. and Mrs. Stephen A. Canty of Scott Avenue, was an event of Saturday afternoon September IA at 4:30 o. clock in the rectory of the Church of Christ the King, Yonkers. The Rev. J. W. Murphy, pastor, offici- ated at the ceremony.
 Mrs. Robert Berger Smith, of West Haven, a former college class mate, was the brides matron of honor and only attendant. Gerard Edward Canty of Scott Avenue served as best man for his brother For her wedding costume, the bride chose 8 cardigan styled dress maker suit of apple green gabar. dine, with white blouse and black accessories. Her yelled half had was of apple green satin with white ostrich father trimming and she carried white button chrysanthe- nuns in spray effect with hoopec white satin ribbon.
 The matron of honor'S taupe wool dreSSmaker suit was designed on military lines. She wore pink feather pompon hat with black &C., ceSsories and carried pink button chrysanthemums also arranged 1T spray effect with looped pink satir ribbon.
 Snapdragons, roses, yellow daisies and tall white candles were useo to decorate the home at 93 Hudson Terrace Yonkers, for the reception which was attended by guests iron Seattle, Wash, St. Louis, Mo. Philadelphia, Pa; Dover, Wakefield Melrose and Amherst, Mass; Nev York City, Mt. Vernon, Yonkers ane Earlville, N. Y, Bridgeport, Ham den, West Haven, Madison, Middle bury and Watertown.
 The brides mother received in dress of fuchsia crepe, with al embroidered and gold beaded de sign on the bodice. Her black ha had black feather trim and sh' wore black accessories and white chrysanthemum corSage. Th mother of the groom choose tuni dress of black bengaline with latticed sequin design from shoude to waistline. Her black hat hat accents of white and she wore blacl and white accessories and corsag of white chysanthemums.
 After a wedding trip to Conway N. H., MT. and Mrs. Canty will b. at the University of Connection where MT: Canty will resume hi studies at the Radcliffe Hicks Schoo of Agriculture. The bride who receiv ed her bachelor of science degree o the university in 1945 has been as sociated with the Boyce-Thompsol Institute of plant research, Yonkers MT. Canty was a student at tn university before entering the U. S Marine Corps Reserve. He receives his discharge last March after abou 30 months of service, part of whicl was spent in the Pacific theater.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1946-09-17
Club Notes

Mrs. Hazel B. Curry, royal ma tron, of Evergreen Court, No. 2, Order of Amaranth, will preside at a meeting Friday at P. M. in Masonic Temple A class of candi- dates will be initiated at this meet ing.
 Members are asked to make their returns at this time for the Break fast in Hollywood" program which will be presented Sept. 25 in Temple Hall. Mrs. Cena Macdonald is in charge of the ticket committee.
 Ladies' Auxiliary, Canton T. R. Marin, No. 8, I. O. O. F., will meet at o'clock Thursday evening in Odd Fellows Hall. Mrs. Catherine Wood, president will preside at the business meeting. A social will fol- low with canton members as guests.
 The American Legion Auxiliary Unit of Corp. Coyle Post. No. l, will hold meeting tomorrow evening at P. Nj. at Speedwell Hall.
 Thomes F. Nolan will address the Bunker Hilr Parent Teacher Asso- ciation tomorrow at P. M. at a Get Acquainted tea. He will speak on Modern T9etsas oi Education"
The Waterbury Democrat., 1946-09-17
Mrs. Frederick Gregory Harry Bridgerg Wed in Troy, N. Y.

Announcement has been made of the marriage of Mrs. Frederick Gregory, Long Island City, and Har- ry G. Bridberg, Manchester, N. H., which took place Thursday afternoon at ceremony performed at the home of the brides sister, Mrs. Harry G. Hull, Troy, N. Y. The Rev. Rave M. Eycleshimer officiated. MT and Mrs. Howard Hungerford, Goss Street. were the attendants.
 A reception was held at Madsen's s Tea Room. The couple left on wed- ding trip to Niagara Falls and Bridgeport. After September 20, they will reside in Manchester, where MT. Bridberg is employed by the Chico pee Mfg. Go.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1946-09-17
William E. Nodeou Mrs. ZeIo M. Smith Married Saturday

William E. Nadeau, of Parker Street, and Mrs. Zela M. Smith, of Oak Street, were married on Satur- day morning in the rectory of St Michael's Church with Rev. James Mccormick, pastor, officiating.
 Mrs. Thomas Daley, sister of the bridegroom and John Thomas served as attendants.
 Following a dinner for the inn mediate families at the Daley home Robbins Street, the couple left on a motor trip to New Brunswick and Nova Scotia, Canada. They will re- side at 27 Oak Street upon their re- turn.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1946-09-17
Y. w. C. A. To Open Cupboard Sept. 30

The Y. w. c. A. Cupboard will be open to the public on Monday, Sept. 30 with Mrs. Samuel Budde in charge, assisted by volunteers of the Y. W. c. A. The cupboard will be operated from II 80 A. M. to 2 P. M. Monday through Friday. |
 During September the Y. w. 0. A. will serve luncheons for the conn mittee of the Community Councils of the city.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1946-09-17
Junior Hodossoh Meets Tonidht

Miss Ruth Rosenbaum will preside at the first fall meeting of the Wa terbury Chapter of Junior Hadassah which will take place tonight at 8 o'clock at the Waterbury Hebrew In- Stitute.
 Following brief business meet ing, 8 firm narrated by Paul Muni will be shown. Prospective members are invited to attend.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1946-09-17
Nicholas CovieIIo
 Feted on Birthday By Young Friends

MT. and Mrs. Anthony Coviello, of Hope Street, recently entertained for their son, Nicholas, who observed his fifth birthday.
 Guests included Carol Ann Ella, Elanor Lanza, Marie Lanza, Louis Monteln, Katherine Montell, Joseph Coviello, Evelyn Coviello, Lucille Coviello, and Carol Anne Fusco.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1946-09-17

MT. and Mrs. Stephen P. Bergin of Willow Street announce the birth of a son, Sept Il at St. Mary's Hos- pital. Mrs. Bergin was the former Dorothy Guilfoile.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1946-09-17
MANOR BRIDGE CLUB

Topscorers at the Manor Bridge Club on Friday evening were North and South. MT. and Mrs. William Cleary, 73h; MT. and Mrs. Lois Car rington, 663h. East and West, Mrs Jose Reilly and David Scully, TIA and Nelson Adducci and Alfred Goldman, 77h.
 Official standing, Mrs. Walter Dews and Miss Helen O'Meara, l6S; MT. Adducci and MT. Goldman, 1855; Mrs. Reilly and Mrs. Scully, l52 Arthur Reedt and Frank Driscoll l49h
The Waterbury Democrat., 1946-09-17
Contract Bridge CORNELL BRIDGE CLUB

Topscorers in the Monday evening tournament held under the direc- tion of Mrs. John Moriarty of 60 Linden Street were as follows: North and South, Mildred Cochrane and Eleanor Shepard, IA; Mrs. William Nicholson and Mrs. Max Kraft, 103 1-2; East and West, Mrs. John Med- 106 1-2; Official standing, Mrs. Loretta Vance and Airline Crean, ford, and Mrs. Robert Schuster, 116; Cochrane and Mrs. Shepard, 213; Miss Vance and Miss Crean 209 Ia; Miss Ann Carroll and Miss Mary Farrell, POS 1-2; Miss Eileen Cruess and Miss Beatrice Geigle, 206 1-2.
The union times., 1946-09-21
Billion $$ Club Boasts 43 Members

New York (LPA)-The na- tion's most exclusive organization, the billion dollar club, composed of corporations with resources of more than one billion dollars each, now has 43 members, a survey by United Press disclosed.
 Despite the fact that the num- Der has remained at 43 since Dec. 3l, l944, the total com- bined assets of the millionaire group jumped from $97,73l,- 65l, ,226 to $lOl, ,8O8, ,63, All. Eighteen banks, II insurance companies, six railroads, five in- dustrial corporations and three utilities comprised the financial giants.
 For the third successive year Metropolitan Life Insurance top ped the list with total assets of s, $,561 ,997, ,270. The Bell Telephone System and subsidiaries followed with $6,765, ,557,O26 Among the in dustrial firms, Standard Oil of New Jersey was listed as 10th and the Pennsylvania Railroad as 18th. US. Steel rated 10th, General Mo- tors 24th, and Consolidated Edison of New York 31st.
The union times., 1946-09-21
All-Time Mark Of 9l,OOO,OOO
 Voters Eligible
Women Increasingly InAu- ential At Polls, Census
 Bureau Reports

Washington (LPA) - An all-time record number of potential voters 91 ,634, ,472-will be eligible to cast their ballots in the November cleo tions, the Census Bureau reported last week. Two years ago the total was 89,2O4,658.
 Pointing out ''that women seem destined to be increasingly influen- tial in elections,'' the Bureau esti- mated that women eligible for vOt- ing will outnumber the men by 1,- 171,948. Since l94O, it was ex- plained, more women than men are reaching the age of 21.
 Only 549o of all persons over 21- a total of 47,976,253-voted in 1914 but the percentage has risen gradual 1y since 1928. Bureau officials empha- sized that if women eligible to cast their ballots this year should exercise their right the number would almost equal the total of 46,403,210 votes cast nationally in the 1914 presidential race The potential voting strength will be increased because of Georgia's new law permitting persons who have reached IS years of age to vote.
The union times., 1946-09-21
AFL Fire Fighters Lauded By Truman

TOLEDO, Ohio.-Iigh praise for the fremen throughout the Nation, and of the great contributions made by the International Association of Fire Fighters (AFL) to improvement of safety was expressed by President Truman as delegates to the annual convention of the association gathered here to review progress of the last year and chart a course for the next 12 months.
 In a letter to John P. Redmond, acting president of the association since the death May Is of President Fred M. Baer, MT. Truman said:
 T am certain the people of this Nation appreciate the outstanding work which the fire fighters did dur ing the war and they also appreciate that fire fighters both on the home front and battle front have always real courage and high fdel- ity. I know that on this occasion my fellow Americans will join me in pay ing this tribute to the fire fighters of our Nation"