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The Waterbury Democrat., 1946-08-27
.S1OO, ,OOO,OOO Bldck Market
 In Cars May Lead to Makers

Leesville. s. C., Aug. 27-UP)- Investigation of a sl00,000,000 car black market here which already has resulted in six arrests, turned today toward industry distributors.
 c. c. Moseley special OPA agent who led yesterdays operations cir GUS" which uncovered illegal car sales in IA states, indicated that the ring may extend into top levels of the automotive trade.
 He said no efforts would be spared to learn how the black mar ket operators could obtain new cars for resale at double the regular price.
 Only Dealers Included
 The OPA described it's action as the first lap in operations to wipe out mammoth black market" in which only dealers are participant ing.
 After purchasing five cars at illegal prices with marked money in the gigantic open air market near here yesterday, the egentS took six men into custody. =-. =....=..
 They were listed as c. Pope Cant, 31, Ridge Springs, s. C., Walter Edgar Davis 26, Landrum, s. C., John c. Burnett, Jr., IT, Chesnee, s. C., Wyatt Furham Fortner, 38 Greenville, s. o.; Joseph Johnson Baughn, 37, Greenville, and Albert Chester Kato, Batesburg, s. c.
 They were taken to Columbia, where all were released on S2,5OO bonds each. They will face the Nov. term of Federal District Court there on charges of selling cars at over ceiling prices"
 May Lead to Makers
 Moseley said additional evidence in the agency's possession may lead clear up to the manufacturers.
 The arrests were made quietly after 10 OPA men from the Atlanta regional office had purchased five cars-two new ones and three used models
 Their purchases, at approximate ly twice ceiling prices, included a l94S Ford club coupe, for S2. 150; a l946 super de luxe Ford convertible coupe, S2,5OO; a 1941 Plymouth se- dan, s1,4O0, and a 1941 Chevrolet special de luxe model sedan. S1, 375.
 Moseley estimated that 80 deal CTS from many states, and 500 cars, were present. He said most of the purchases were made by used car dealers, with few machines going to private citizens.
 The OPA estimated that the ring had operated for approximately nine months, with 30 percent of it's sales made up of new cars, trucks, civilian jeeps, and motor cycles.
 The OPA estimated that even after making the purchases at twice legal prices, the dealers would add another 25 per cent when they made their hometown resalese.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1946-08-27
'SWeet Girl Takes Boss
 For S13,0O0

Chicago, Aug. Shirley Jane Danoski, Is, the sweet little girl" who admitted stealing S13,OOC from her boss in only a few weeks said today she took the money SC her finance could drive snappy automobile, shoot dice and rule their teen-age set.
 Shirley was held on a larceny charge and Edward Jennings. IT. held without charge pending ac- ton by the states attorneys of flee. They were taken into cus- tody after Shirley's boss, Joseph Panteliot, discovered she had been dipping into the till of his whole sale grocery firm, taking as large as s1,200 and sl,60O at time.
 S2,O00 For Clothes
 She said she had tried to stop stealing
 But I guess love makes you dc funny things" she added. T never thought l could be dishonest"
 She said she gave all of the money, except an estimated s2,OOC to Jennings. Part of the remainder went for clothes-"lotS of clothes she said.
 " l loved him so much couldn't deny him anything, and he wanted car she said.
 Eddie admitted that he had bought a car for S3,5OO $500 over the OPA ceiling price.
 Shirley said she went to work as a cashier at the grocery firm last April
 Collected from Drivers
 Previously, she had been a high school student, 10-cent store sales girl, a soda jerker and a stockroom girl.
 Every day, Shirley collected money rom truckers who did a S12O,OOO monthly business with Panteliot.
 Her co-Workers said she was "a nice little girl, a sweet little girl"
The Waterbury Democrat., 1946-08-27
Tito Blamed ByHoover
 Uses UNRRA Funds To Mointoin Army

San Mario, Cal, Aug. 27-CUP)- Former President Herbert Hoover, back from three month. 52,O00- mile world tour, accused Yugoslavia today of using UNRRA funds to maintain Marshall TitoS army.
 We spent perhaps s300,OO0 on YugoSlavia as gift in agricultural implements and food" Hoover said. It seems pretty poor return that they shoot down our airmen."
 Hoover, President Truman's spe- cial relief representative abroad, said the world famine was over now except in India and China, where it remained acute. He saw great danger to world peace from Russia's "obstructing all peace measures and all progress toward peace"
 The Russians want time com pletely to consolidate Communist control of people in those states east of the iron curtain" he said. They are eliminating all dissident elements"
 Hoover described Yugoslavia as a Communist state with a completely controlled press.
 The fact that we contributed anything to UNRRA or to them is unknown to anyone in Yugo- slavia," he said.
 Tito has an army of 75O,0OO men out of a population of 14.OOO, ,OOO These men should be home farming and rehabilitating the nation.
 Nnstead, directly or indirectly UNRRA is supporting Tito's army"
 Hoover, now visiting here with ms son, Herbert Hoover, Jr, leaves Thursday for Palo Alto, his former home, before returning to New York, Sept. 5
The Waterbury Democrat., 1946-08-27
Russian Minister Is Lying,
 Australian Charges at Paris
FonniIy of4 Die in BIoze At Boston
 so Others Saved
 From Apartments
 Early Today

Boston, Aug. 27-(UP)-An en- tire family Of four perished and 50 other occupants were rescued over ladders or escaped unaided early today when a three alarm fire swept tenement house of Bow doin Square.
 Recovered from the burned
 building were the bodies of:
 Archie Marotta, 35.
 Mrs. Adeline Marotta, 35.
 Joseph Marotta, II.
 Phyllis MarOtta, f.
 They were trapped in their beds in their second-f1oor tenement as the blaze started on the first floor and mushroomed through the five story brick structure on Stanford Street at A. M.
 Hundreds Drenched
 Hundreds of drenched spectators stood in a doWnpour of rain to watch firemen and police rescue over ladders those trapped on the upper floors.
 Patrolman William J. Morgan discovered the fire and, after sounding the first alarm, raced into the tenement house, aroused the sleeping occupants and assisted some to safety through smoke choked railways.
 Mrs. Jennie Sclor, 6e, not only escaped unaided from her second floor tenement, but she also man aged to rescue her 3-year-old grandson.
 Edwin Scola, a war veteran, car ried his 60year-old grandmother to safety from a flrst-hoor apart ment.
 One Fireman Hurt
 Sixteen of the 50 tenants were rescued over ladders. One fireman was slightly injured.
 Though the blaze started from undetermined cause on the first floor, and spread swiftly, police and fire Investigators said they found no indications of incendiar- ism. Damage was estin1taed at sl2,- 900.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1946-08-27
Boys Enjoy City Sights As Reward
Democrat Carriers, Baseball Champs, Sent to New York

Yesterday was a red letter day for approximately 90 Waterbury Democrat neWboys and champions of the three Democrat sandlot baseball leagues The groups spent an ideal day in New York City though the majority of them were nursing sore throats today due to their consistent outbursts of merri- ment from the time they left until they reached home.
 Three chartered and comfortable busses transported the happy con- tingents to the city, where, under the able guidance of members of the reportorial and circulation depart ments of The Democrat, they were shown everything youngsters desire to see. The highlight of course, came when they were guests at the Yankee Stadium.
 To the delight of the majority, the Yankees came from behind in the eighth inning to whip the De- troit Tigers, 10 to S. They saw "Cuddles" Marshall throw but one ball. double-play ball, which made him winning pitcher, though Spur geon "Spud' Chandler and Joe Lefty" Page preceded him and Johnny Fireman" Murphy followed him.
 Ride and Eat
 The busses left from The Demo- crat office on Grand Street, one at A. M and the other two half hour later. All stopped just over the State line for hearty meals, then proceeded to the Yankee Sta dium, where the youngsters gave souvenir men and refreshment countermen plenty of business.
 After the game, the bus trans porting the carriers headed for the famous Empire State Building, where the group was taken on an inspection tour. From there they were taken to LaGuardia Airport to see numerous transports come in and take off. There they enjoyed a bountiful chicken dinner, with all the fxings, at the airport commis- sary.
 Tn addition to the carriers, the party included members of the Blue Jays, Senior League champions; members of <e Scorpions, Junior
The Waterbury Democrat., 1946-08-27
Construction Cut Another 20 Pct.

Washington, Aug. 27-(UP)-Civ- ilian Production Chief John D. Small said today he is ordering a further 20 percent cut in commer- cial and industrial construction.
 Small also said the whole pro- gram of limiting non-housing con- struction and approving essential projects will be shifted to Housing Expediator Wilson w. Wyatt as soon as practical.
 We've got to get houses" Small said.
 Small denied reports of rift be- tween him and Wyatt. But he made it plain that decisions on new housing construction cuts were reached at weekend conference with Reconversion Director John R. Steelman. Steelman reportedly had been called in as a referee.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1946-08-27
US. Ships Go to Greece
 Visit to Discourage
 Post-EIection Clash

Washington, Aug. N-CUP)-The United States was reported today to have ordered a detachment ot warships to Greek ports to discor- age possible violence following Sum- days Greek plebiscite on retaining the monarchy.
 Informed quarters said the courtesy calls, requested by the State Department, would be made after the plebiscite to prevent any charges that the United States was trying to influence the outcome of the voting.
 The Greece-bound ships presum- ably were all or part of the detach- ment now touring the Mediterrane- an on a goodwill cruise"
 They include the carrier Franklin D. Roosevelt, the cruisers Fargo and Little Rock and Ihe destroyers War rington, Noa, New and Cone.
 The State Department declined official comment on the reported Greek visit. But a spokesman said the department hoped these ships will call at Greece and all other friendly Mediterranean ports"
 The original itinerary of the Med- iterranean units calle dior stops at Lisbon, Naples and Malta but the Navy said they might visit other ports as well.
 The State Department spokesman said the department would have some 70 informal observation teams in Greece to watch for election ir- regularities.
 In accordance with agreements made at Yalta, Britain, France and the United States had official ob- servers at the Greek parliamentary election last March 21. The Greek government asked that the Allied observation teams remain there for the plebiscite on retaining or abol- Shing the monarchy.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1946-08-27
Warmer Weather Due Next 4 Days

Boston, Aug 27-(UP)-Slightly warmer weather with normal rain- fall was predicted for New England during the next four days by the Weather Bureau today in it's ex- tended forecast.
 Somewhat warmer weather to- morrow and Thursday will be fol- lowed by cool weather through Sat- urday with temperatures just under normal readings.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1946-08-27
PantLess Picket

Medford, Mass, Aug. 27-UP) An irate customer picketed cleaning establishment for three hours here yesterday carrying placard reading:
 This store lost my best pants. This can happen to you"
The Waterbury Democrat., 1946-08-27
POET STRICKEN FATALLY

New Haven, Aug. 27-UP)- Stricken with heart attack, Mrs. Meredith Gooch Whiting, opet and wife of John D. Whiting, an artist, died at her home last night.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1946-08-27

do that the peace has brought us problems greater than war on the battlefield, that We must now fight to lead America to a new and hap pier day for all"
Eastern Connecticut news., 1946-09-28
NOr1Uich Ne1Us

he may attend more often. Reports of future programs were given by our Program Chairman Alfio and also partial report on the moon- light sale, with final report prom ised next week.
 Meeting of September IF
 First formal meeting with Presi- dent Marks presiding; time, 6:30 D. m.; place, Wauregan Hotel.
 In accordance with Lions Clubs everywhere, the Norwich Lions are cooperating with the U. s. Army Recruiting drive for September. In view of this, Program Chairman Alfio, has secured Capt John Siegal of the local recruiting office as speaker for this program. Capt. Siegel has been on previous pro- grams with us and his programs are always interesting. It is every Lions duty to attend every meet ing, to keep their 1O0@o attendance record and also keep your club in good standing in competition with other clubs.
 Board of Directors Meeting
 President Marks called a board meeting for last Tuesday following our regular meeting.
 Attendance and Dues
 Our good Secretary Ed has sent statements for dues and to date re- spence has been good, with the majority of the Lions paying by the year. If our card isn't paid to January 1, 1947, you are in arrears. Check this now and send the check to Ed Misiaszek, 249 Yantic Street, Norwich.
 Your attendance committee Is soon to meet to formulate a real active program to stimulate this sometimes weak, but should be strong, part of each and every Lions Membership.
 Program chairman for September "A was William Miller.
 Temptation
 A woman fleeS from temptation, but man just crawls away from it in the cheerful hope that 1t may soon overtake him.
 Thanks to Loud Roar of Birming- ham, Alabama.
Eastern Connecticut news., 1946-09-28

In letter to John P. Redmond, acting president of the association since the death May 15 of Presi- dent Fred M. Baer, MT. Truman said:
 Please extend my felicitations to the delegates and members of the International Association of Fire Fighters meeting in Toledo, and my best wishes for a gather ing that will be successful in ev- cry respect.
 T am certain the people of this Nation appreciate the outstanding work which the fire fighters did during the war and they also ap- preciate that fire fighters both on the home front and battle front have always exhibited real cour- age and high fidelity. I know that on this occasion my fellow Ameri- cans will join me in paying this tribute to the fire fighters of our Nation.
 "The work of your association in behalf of the members of the fire service of the Nation has been outstanding. I am aware of your organizations great contribution in the field of fire prevention and fire protection. The improvements that have been made for the mem- bers of the fire service are the di- rect result of the work of your association
 President Redmond, In a com prehensive report to the conven- tion, detailed the progress made and the problems yet to be met on such issues as pensions, a shorter work week and higher wage scale.
 Secretary-Treasurer George J. Richardson told the convention 78 new locals have been chartered in cities during the last two years, several others which had dropped their affiliation were reinstated, and nine charters were issued to fire fighters employed In Federal agencies. He reported that the membership has been expanded to 1880, and predicted a further in
Eastern Connecticut news., 1946-09-28
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Eastern Connecticut news., 1946-09-28
The Roaring Lion By T. Joseph Puza
Editorial

As one has occasion to get a glimpse of the outdoors, an array of color greetS the eye, beautiful panorama of reds, browns, goldS, and fading shades of green, com plete the horizon. For 8 moment, we marvel at Mother Natures intli- cate, but artistic skill, then a sad feeling overtakes us, for these are sure signs of summer coming to an end. Sure" with an expression of satisfaction, we say, Autumn is in- spring." but we cannot help to reminiSce of full summer life of real relaxing with vacations, swim ming, boating, travelling, gardening, etc, but enough of this futile chat ter, we as Lions must look to the future. Under the very able lead ership of our President, the Nor wich Lions look forward to fall and winter just packed with ac- lvity.
 Meeting of September 10
 Loyalty Mite" to our President, marked this meeting, the last of the summer season. It was held at the Pavilion at Mohegan Park. A twenty-nine course dinner was served by our caterer, Vic Ferry, to a hungry den of Lions. Attendance could have been much better, but 1t wasn't too bad, as we had around 20 Lions in attendance. A guest of Vic Payments was Jack German of the Parking Lot. In attendance also was Father Al of St. Joseph's, whose arduous duties keep him away from many of our meetings, but we are hopeful that in the near future, his work will allow him a little while each Tuesday, so that
Eastern Connecticut news., 1946-09-28
DAV Trainees
 Pass 200 Mark

More than 200 disabled veterans of World War II are now being trained for positions as national service officers of the Disabled Arn- erican Veterans, it has been an- nounced by William E. Tate of Washington, D. C., national DAV director for claims.
 The two-year training program calls for six months at American University in Washington, D. c. and 18 months of on-the-job experience in DAV service offices throughout the nation. The training is spon- sored throughout the nation. The training is sponsored in cooperation with the Veterans Administration
 Tate said that 195 have already been graduated from the university and 13 of these men have been de- clared fully rehabilitated by the Veterans Administration, and are now on full time jobs as national service officers. Thirty, he said; have left the program and 152, have status Of On-the-Job tra1neeS.
 All trainees are disabled veterans Of World War II.
 The DAV claims director said there are 52 in Class Eight now in Washington and the applications to Class Nine indicated that 1t will be even larger than the previous group.
 National service officers of the DAV are stationed at Veterans Ad- ministration hospitals and regional offices. They help disabled veterans obtain pensions, disqualification and medical care, and see to 1t that the nations handicapped heroes get vocational training, find right jobs, and are socially and economically rehibilitated.
 This service Is free to all veter- ans, their widows and dependents.
Eastern Connecticut news., 1946-09-28
News for Returning Vets
(Continufd from Pag< FourJ

(Continued from Page Fonr) been urged by the Disabled Amer ican Veterans.
 Pointing out that present laws require the voter to check his ballot before a notary public, as well as having to have the request for the absentee ballot notarized, the DAV said that in many cases it is in- convent for the patient and often flinders his voting.
 Dow V. Walker, national DAV commander said that "a disabled veteran in hospital bed finds it is most inconvenient to arrange to appear before a notary public. State laws should be amended to make it easier for veterans hospitalized away from home to qualify to ball. lot in elections"
 Walker suggested that the ward physician or his designate be au- thorized to witness absentee ballot voting in veterans hospitals.
 The Federal Trade Commission has announced new regulations pro- tecting disabled amputees from mis- representation and deception in purchases of artificial limbs. The Disabled American Veterans Semi Monthly, in reporting the charges, said the commission has announced 27 rules.
Eastern Connecticut news., 1946-09-28
Truman Lauds Fire Fighters For Contribution to Safety

Toledo Oho-High praise for the iremen throughout Naton and of the great contributions made by the In ernatona Association of Fire Fighters AFL to improve safety expressed by President Truman dele to the convention of the association gathered here review progress of the last and chart course for the next months
Eastern Connecticut news., 1946-09-28

crease as fire fighters who were drafted into the armed forces re- turn to their original jobs. Sal- aries have been increased in a number of cities where the fire fighters have been increasing their strength, he said.
Eastern Connecticut news., 1946-09-28

Whats in a toy? More than just good time, for today, play mater ials are classified by their use for developing strength and skill, for creative play, for initiative play, and for social development. Ever meet a teddy bear socially?
Evening star., 1946-10-18
Alabama Polls Official Resigns,
Suyinq Job Is Now q F Football

groups of colored people against
constituted authorities, and to mis-
lead other citizens who do not know
the real facts"
Other members of the Jefferson
board are J. P. Creel and Mrs. Eva
Whitfield.
The Macon County Board of Reg
istrars also resigned recently.
DR.. Vines letter to the Governor
said in part:
IT have endeavored to perform my
duties according to the law as I
understood it. The work of the
Board of Registrars has become a
football for the organizations that
seek to use the colored people for
selfish reasons.
"It has become the custom OF
these organizations to bring large
groups of colored applicants for
registration to the Office few min
utes before the Office is closed and
demand that each and every one
be registered before the Office is
closed.
ION other occasions (persons)
have marched large groups of col
ored people to the courthouse and
created such disorder as to necessi-
tate the calling on the sheriff to
furnish deputies to maintain order"
Evening star., 1946-10-18
Summers Calls for Convincing
PIebiscite on D. G.. Suffrage
Poll on Vote Issue
Draws Endorsement
From Capitol Hill

Chairman Summers of the
House Judiciary Committee today
urged all voteless District re-
sidents to march to the school
house polls here November S tt
make a most convincing demon
Stration of their desires for Suf-
frage.
"It should be a rousing demo-
cratic expression of the wishes OF
the Washington people to partici-
pate directly in their Government,
said the veteran legislator.
Veteran Suffrage Advocate.
Mr.. Summers Is one of the authors
of the Sumners-Capper resolution
proposing an amendment to the
Constitution to authorize Congress
to grant the District elected and
voting representation in Congress
1t also provides for a District voice
In the presidential races.
A veteran in the suffrage battle,
Mr.. Summers is nearing the end OF
"a years in Congress. He is not a
candidate for reelection.
In a kindly, encouraging fare
well, he commended plans for the
plebiscite, saying:
Not only does this plebiscite offer
an entirely democratic means of ex-
preston of the wishes of the peo-
pie of the National Capital, but it
should prove helpful to members of
Congress who will have the re-
sponsibility of determining the solu-
ton of Washington's voteless condi-
ton.
May Tip Scales.
If there is big turnout, with
the results showing a solid majority
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