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The Waterbury Democrat., 1946-03-20
Two Former Residents Return Here , Aunt Paints as
 Kim Appear, on GangpIank

Two former Waterburians who spent the past 16 years in Italy have returned here to live. Miss Vita Giordiano, q. and her brother Jos eph Gordiano, 19, arrived in New York yesterday and are now resid- ing with their aunt, Mrs John Pisco, A Bamford Avenue, Oakville.
 Recognizing the two, although she har last seen them when they were three and five years of age, when they came down the gang plank, Mrs. Pisco, who had been standing in the excited crowd wait ing at the pier, tainted. She was quickly revived.
 They are the children of MT. and Mrs. Frank Giordiano, formerly of Scovill Street, who left this country 16 years ago. The two hope that their parents and a brother Patsy 17, may be able to rejoin them in this country, soon. Another broth- CT, Nicholas, returned to this coun- try before the war and is now serving in the Army in Germany
 The family lived in Cerreta, near Naples, in the Nazi-occupied zone The new arrivals expect to attend evening school courses to learn English.
 Other relatives of the brother and sister are Constable Frank Minicuc- ci of Watertown, an uncle, and Mrs. Salvatore Rinaldi, Oakville, an aunt.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1946-03-20
 Agreements

Compensation Commissioner Harry Krasow today approved the following agreements for weekly payments. during disability
 Marcella Minacci of Torrington against Torrington Company, $14.72 beginning March II, back injury.
 Cyrille Pelchat of Torrtngton against Torrington Company. $17.35 beginning March 8, burn of right foot.
 Rose Basso of Torrington against Fitzgerald Manufacturing Company of Torrington, $20.81 beginning March IA, back injury. Franz Niederlander of Middle bury against Scovill Manufactur- ing Company, $26.56 for five weeks, injury to left heel.
 Also approved was a stipulated award of $1O0 to James M. Hoey of 59 Fuller Street who sustained an injury to his left knee while employed by M. J. Daly & Sons, Inc. The sum will be in addition to disability payments made pre- viously.
 The commissioner approved an- other stipulation providing pay ment of $330 to Benjamin Ed wards, of Watertown for hand dermatitiS, the payment to be shared by insurers of the Ameri- can-Republican, Inc, and East ern Color Printing Company, and the Chromium Corporation of America. -...-
The Waterbury Democrat., 1946-03-20
5O-YeorOId LocoIW 
Illness DiagnOsed as Spinal Meningitis; WIII Recover

One case of spinal meningitis-a 50-year old woman-is reported for Waterbury for the week ending March IS, according to the weekly bulletin of the State Department of Health.
 The woman, a resident of the southern section of the city, is now confined to the New Haven General Hospital and is reported progress ing satisfactorily. Use of sulfa drugs and similar measures cut down the dangers of meningitis considerably, 1t was said by the of- flee of City Health Officer Dr. E. J. Godfrey today.
 The incidence of measles and scarlet fever increased in the city during the same period with 12 cases of measles and of scarlet fever listed. One case of lobar pneumonia was also reported for Waterbury.
 State totals accordirg to the State Department are: whooping cough, 73; scarlet fever, 68; men, ingitis, 5; infantile paralysis, 2; measles, 164; lobar pneumonia 37; chickenpox, 187, humps, 331; ma laria g; gonorrhea, 18, and syphi- lis 26. No eases of typhoid fever or diphtheria were listed for the entire state for the period.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1946-03-20
$8.0,oooMork Reached In Drive eHere
 All Future Activities
 To Be Centralized

Contributions towards the 1946 Red Cross Fund Campaign now ex- ceed 10000, Richard Crane, drive chairman, told members at quar- terly board meeting of the local chapter held at The Elton at noon today.
 Centering of all Red Cross activi- ties at the chapter house at 165 Grove Street will be accomplished about May 1, Judge Patrick Healey announced at the meeting. Plans had been made at the annual board meeting in November to handle all Red Cross activities at the chapter house. It was announced then that the building had been leased by the Red Cross.
 Volunteer special services and some other activities are already meeting at the chapter house. The Home Service department and ex- ecutive ofTlceS now located at the Lincoln House on Field Street will be moved to, the chapter house after some few alterations being made there are completed.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1946-03-20
Hospital
 Bulletins

Miss Edith Cooper, 19, of West Cheshire, who was admitted to Waterbury Hospital yesterday morning after she tainted at the Central Y.M.C.A. and struck her head on table, was reported to be in good condition today. Au- thOrities said that the girl is un- der treatment for a concuSsiOn.
 The condition of Edward Sa- baitis, 23, of 50 Vine Street was reported as good today at Wa terbury Hospital where he was admitted yesterday after he coI- lapsed in a Vine Street res- taurant.
 The condition of John J. Swee- ney, 47, of 2O2 Bank Street, in- jured in an automobile crash on Meriden Road Saturday, was re- ported as slightly improved to- day. Authorities said that the man was removed from the dan ger list.
 Wilbert Speaks, 10, of S2 La fayette Street, who was injured when struck by 8 car while riding his bicycle Monday night, was reported to be in fair condition today at St. Mary's Hospital.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1946-03-20
Lions Fete High School 
 Leavenworih Nigh
 Team 10 Dc luncheon
 Guests Tomorrow

The City Basketball champions from Leavenworth High School and their coach Bill Tracy will be feted at a Testimonial at the Hotel Elton tomorrow noon by the Lions Club. This banquet will provide a very fitting climax to the Tech basketeers successful season in which they went into the Semi Finals of the State Basketball Tourney at New Haven. J. Sydney Wakeley, chairman of the program committee has announced that Hugh Greer, basketball coach at Ellsworth High of South Wind sor and recent appotntee to the staff of the University of Connec- ticut,, has consented to be present as guest speaker. Coach Greer, is well known in upstate basketball circles for the championship teams he has turned out at Ellsworth High in the past four and five seasons. As a result of the calibre of the South Windsor teams and on the basis of their showing in the Glass CD Tourney at Hartford, Greer was appointed to the University Athle- tic staff. And in such 8 capacity Greer is the logical person to ap- pear as guest speaker. Among the other guests at this dinner will be Dr. John J. ciilmartin, superinten- dent of schoolN; Frank Began, prin- cipal of vNlworth; Bill Tracy and his team; Chick Kelley, sports editor of the American; John Cluney, sports editor of the Democrat; and Win Maloney sports columnist of the Democrat. Gifts were ordered for the members of the Leavenworth team but due to labor and trans portation difficulties they won't arr rive on time for presentation on Thursday. But MT. Wakeley stated "that these gifts when they arrive will be turned over to Bill Tracy to be presented later" Raymond Sny- der, chairman of the Lions Club will present MT. Greer while Mir. Wake ley will present Bill Tracy who will say a few words.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1946-03-20
Charles E. Aver On Aonevmoon

TopSfield, Mass, March 20 -(Up) Charles F. Aver, 30, of Boston, millionaire textile manufactures and brother -in-law of the late Gen. George s. Patton, was honeymoon ing today with his bride and former secretary, Miss Anne Phillips, 40, of Boston.
 The couple was married yesterday at the home of Ayers daughter and son-in-law, MT. and Mrs. Gilbert L. Stewart. The Rev. A. Abbott Hast ings, rector of St. Johns Episcopal Church in Beverly Farms, oflciated.
 The bride was attended by her mother, Mrs. Anna Phillips. Guests included Mrs. George s. Patton, widow of the General, and other members of the North Shore social set.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1946-03-20
Soviet Units Busy in Iron

Teheran, March 20 - (UP) An Iranian General Staff officer revel- ed today that three Iranian garri- sons in the wild northwest region near Lake Urmia have been under attack flor weeks" by Kurdish re- bels and that seven Iran planes have been dispatched to their de- fense.
 The Iranian officer said the at- tacking force was estimated at about 5000 men and included both Iran and IraQ KurdS.
 The region of the fighting is close to the northwest corner of Iran where 1raq, Iran and Turkey meet. The area is largely populated by Kurds, wild mountaineer tribes which frequently are in revolt against Iran government authority. A Soviet cavalry column has been reported maneuvering in the vicin- ity of Lake Urmia and there have been repeated reports that dissident Kurdish tribesmen hope to set up an independent Kurdish regime, in- cluding tribes not only in Iran but also in Iraq and Turkey.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1946-03-20
OBITUARY

WERSIG-Carl Herman Wersig, 70, of Blackbury Hill, Beacon Falls, died suddenly early this morning at Griffin Hospital, Derby. He was born in Saxon, Germany and was 8 resident of Beacon Falls for 40 years, employed at the U. s. Rub- Der Company in Naugatuck and Beacon Falls for many years prior to his retirement in 1887.
 Survivors include one son, Leo Wersig, this city: a daughter, Mrs. Pearl Taylor. Naugatuck; three brothers, Richard of Naugatuck, Frank, Beacon Falls and George of Portland: one sister. Mrs. Henry Russell of Beacon Falls and two grandchildren.
 The funeral will be held Friday at 8:30 from the Buckmiller Funeral Home, 2 Park Place, Naugatuck. Other arrangements will be am nounced later.
 Friends may call at the funeral home tonight from 2 to 10 p. m. and Thursday from 2 to 10 p. m.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1946-03-20
Military Rites Held Here Todoy
 Veterans Groups
 Honor Late William
 ShukaItis

Various veterans organizations were represented this morning at the military funeral services held for William Shukaitis, 339 Wilson Street, commander of the Sylvester Stokes Post, Lithuanian Legion of America. MT. Shukaitis also operat- ed the Brass City Coal and Oil Co
 The funeral was held at 9:l5 o'clock from the Stokes Funeral Home to St. Joseph's Church where a solemn high Mass of requiem was celebrated by Rev Joseph J. Valantiejus, assisted by Rev. Fran cis TranskaS, deacon and Rev. Jo- seph Bogasus, PhD., sub-deacoE1.
 Alexander J. Aleksis directed the musical program. Annie Sabis, a niece of the deceased, sang Ave Maria" "Piezusu" was rendered by Bernice Ortlieb.
 Serving as color bearers Adam Balkus and Edmond Matusavage; as color guards, Sgt. Michael Muneta and Pfc. Richard Fadus.
 The firing squad was in charge of Sgt. Walter J. Inglis and com prised Sgt. James Oracle, Sgt. Johr Dillon, Sgt. John Depaulo. Corp Harold Royle, and Pvt Robert Fly land. Church call and taps were blown by Bugler Wallace Inglis, Jr Tap echoes were blown by Pvt. Gil- bert Muzlcato.
 The Stokes Post, under the cor1- mand of Charles Slocas, command CT, led the procession. Madame President Mrs. Margaret Behren lead the post auxiliary.
 Active bearers included RepreSen- tative Daniel J. Mahaney, John J Mulligan, past national commander of the D.W.V., Michael Dednno, past commander of the D.A.V, Francis Orencole, ST., past con1- mander of the VIEW, John Dani- savage, past commander of VIEW, Joseph Vacaon, past commander of the Canadian Legion, Victor Baker, American Legion, and Henry T. Barry, past commander of the D. A.V.
 The committal was in the family plot in Calvary Cemetery, with ser- vices conducted by Father Valan- tiejus. John Danisavage, past con- mander of the VIEW, presented the flag to Mrs. Shukait:S.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1946-03-20
Scout Leaders Attend Meeting

Sixteen Cub Scout leaders of the Mattatuck Council attended a train ing conference on How to Run a Pack Meeting held at the Wood bury Community House last eve ming. Those attending included: Rev. Bradford Cotton, Michael V. Nolan, Wilbur Stone, Harold F. Johnston of Waterbury, Philip S. Houghton of Waterville, Francis Morrow, Hamilton R. Bristol and Ralph A. Lyon of Naugatuck, John M. Ginz, George R. Ladner Of Cheshire, Afford G. Allaway of New Milford, Joseph McNellis and Ed mund L. Edlridge of Middlebury! Rev. Leslie Rowe of Southbury, Carl E Woodward of ,Watertown and William Bacon of Woodbury.
 Scout Executive David F. Babson, Field Executive Arthur z. Hirsch and Edward w. Butler were in in- structors for the training course.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1946-03-20
Escaped Inmates Captured TcdoY

Hartford, Conn, March 20-(UP) The two prisoners who escaped from the Windham County jail at Brooklyn March ' after Slugging and robbing a jailer and stealing his automobile, were captured to- day at Hartford.
 The fugitives were Homer Brown, Jacksonville, Fla, and Jacob Yank- owitz, Brooklyn, N. Y, who fled while awaiting trial on automobile theft charges.
 The capture was made by Hart ford detectives who said that the men were riding in a car other than the one which had been taken from Jajlkeeper Edward A. Kimball and in which they reported drove to Providence, R. I.
 Kimball said that he had been attacked by Brown in the visiting room of the jail. Taking his keys. Brown released YankowitZ from his cell. The prisoners robbed the taller of $i56.
 As result of the break, the sec- ond escape at the jail since last July. an ofiicial inquiry was orr dered by the Windhan County Commissioners.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1946-03-20
Estimate GiUen On
 Grading Ne1U Project
Board of Works to Seek $20, 900 From Board of Finance; Various Groups Supporting Measure

Grading of the land being sought as a site for 20 temporary housing units for veterans will cost approx imately $22,O00 according to a re- quest made last night for the hum by the Board of Works. The boards request will now be submitted to the Board of Finance at the lat ter's meeting tomorrow afternoon.
 It is anticipated the measure will pass the Finance Board without opposition inasmuch as various top agencies, close to the housing pie ture, have approved the measure. These include the Veterans Advis- ory Center, Waterbury C1O Coun- cil, Waterbury Housing Authority and the Housing Advisory Com mittee.
 Cost of preparing the entire site, located at the Hamilton Heights Federal Housing Project on Hamil- ton Avenue, has been estimated at $60, ,OC0, Henry Whitlock assistant city engineer has reported.
 Transfer Necessary
 Requisitioning of the money has been requested by the Works Board by means of the establishment ot a new budget item to be known as the Grading of Streets and Sites in Connection with Federal Housing Projects. It it then planned to transfer funds now earmarked in the item known as Acquisition of Park Lar(. and Playground Devel- opment.
 About 50 were present last night before the board to attend the hearing on assessments on sewers recently finished in the area of MacArthur Drive, Chase Avenue, Linwood Street, Smithwick Street, and Tanning Street.
 Harold F. Merrifield, TO Mt. Yer non Avenue in an appearance at the meeting reiterated a previous request that the city extend the sewer line on Mt. Vernon Avenue, and Lee Street, end. Mayor John s. Monagan said that this was being planned and the city had already requested for a right of way from the A. H. Wells Company. He said that no reply had as yet been re- ceived from the concern.
 SEEKS ABATEMENT
 The Citizens Coal Company, in letter submitted to the board last night requested an abatement of a water bill approximately 50 times larger than the expected amount. The company said the excessive amount" resulted from a faulty meter. A company spokesman said that bill amounted to almost $50 for the month instead of the usual 8.
 The letter said that water seeped into a surface meter on its proper ty at Field Street extension, and froze solid around the meter box, causing the meter to crack. Result. ing escape of water along the un- dergrount'' pipe caused the waste of great amount of water, the letter continues.
 Mrs. Charles Hauser appeared before the Works Board last night on behalf of a group of taxpayers who use the Spruce Brook Road, formerly known as the Greystone Road, to ask for repairs to the road. She said the road has been in a dreadful condition" for several years.
 The road extends east and north east from Thomaston Avenue to- ward Mt. Tobe airport. The request was referred to Superintendent Of Streets Herbert Scott-Smith for ac- ton.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1946-03-20
Files Application To Practice Lau

John J. O'Connor, Jr., of 85 Fair lawn Avenue has filed an applica- tion for admission to the Connecti- cut Bar. -ccording to an announce ment made, in New Haven today His application and several others will be considered by a standing committee of the New Haven Coun- ty Bar Association. and a report will be made at a meeting of the Bar Friday at the county courthouse In New Haven.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1946-03-20
Concert Schedules Are Announced

The MendelSSohn Male Chorus and Torrington Mems Choral Club took part in a joint social and re- hearsal last night at the First Con- gregational Church. The Male chorus will visit the Torrington Club April 25.
 The MendelsSohn Male Chorus will present a concert in Prospect Sunday at p m, G. Loring Bur well, conductor has announced. Members are asked to meet at the First Church at 3.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1946-03-20
Little Home TouUn
 Girl DoinQ 70. K"

Among the top salaried employees of Warner Brothers, according to a report to the Securities and Ex- change Commission by the film company, was Waterbury'S Rosa lind Russell. Miss Russell in 1945 was paid $202, BOO.
 Bette Davis was listed at the top ranking star of the company as far as salary was concerned in 1945. Miss Davis received $241, ,083.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1946-03-20

individual companies which are suffering a hardship because of price control can obtain relief. Fur ther explanations as to how the in- dustrieS could get this relief was given at later conference sessions
 Chief price executive for the State OPA, Joseph Basine, described the form that the later conferences would take. At il a. m. price spe- cialists explained to the various groups the regulations which di- rectly applied to them. In the aft ernoon provisions for obtaining price adjustment would be explained by OPA officials. Later in the after noon individual appointments would be made by representatives of the OPA to discuss specific wage and price policy questions and general questions which might not have been covered during the confer enceS.
 Problems Explained
 Representatives of consumer dur able goods met with Herman Grote, OPA price specialist, at the Cham Der of Commerce building for a group discussion following the op- ening meeting. Rob Roy Gregg and James Thompson lead the discus sion of problems concerning ma chinery and plastics held in the Connecticut Light and Power Com pany auditorium. Also meeting in the Chamber of Commerce building were representatives of the local apparel industry. An explanation of their problems was given by Harry Beckwith. John Cianci and Attorney Jim Couburn represented the OPA at meeting of members of the building and construction materials industry at the Waterbury Club.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1946-03-20

greatly shorten the next war. I teel that the Japs would never have attacked us if we had been pre- pared. It must be remembered that the other nations of the world do not harbor deep respect for us. I was at Omaha Beach, Casablanca, Utah Beach, Salerno, and many other beachheads, and have talked with lots of people of various na- tions. They not only think us 8 "peace-loving" nation, but an easy mark. They. also look upon us as Shylocks who dislike to share our wealth"
The Waterbury Democrat., 1946-03-20

Col. Joseph Tavano, It. Col. O. J Bizozzero, It. Col. Peter J. Cos Atty. Michael J. 0alullo. Rev. AL tigan, Mayor John S. Monagan varo Santolini, Rev. Roger B. T. Anderson and Comdr. John Fabi- aI1o.
 The chairman of the entertain. ment committee Is William 'ruia- cro and Phil Malorano Is chair man oe the ticket committee.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1946-03-20
JelOish Council Meefs ToniQht

4 meeting of the Waterbury Jew ish Committee Council will be. held at 0:iS tonight ct the Waterbury Hebrew Institute with charles Rosengarten as guest speaker. Mir Rosengarten will speak on the Jew ish problems overseas. the rescue and rehabilitation of the Jews and the plight Of the Jews in Europe. He will give a report on the American Jewish Conference held in Cleve- land at which he was a Waterbury delegate. The public is invited tc attend.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1946-03-20

war. am not of the opinion that any nation will attempt to attack us within the next few years. though Russia seems to be kicking up at present. All the countries are pretty tired and very poor. I was with the Navy in the African campaign and went to the Mari anas, Philippines, Caroline Islands, and Two Jima. And I feel pretty sorry for the kids who have to go back into training. No, I don't think 1t makes them better men. They're better of at home"
The Waterbury Democrat., 1946-03-20
Testin1Ony Heard iE1 $500 LnuLSuif

Presentation of testimony contin- ued today before Common Pleas Court Judge John F. McDonough and 8 jury in the $500 suit of Mo Dermott Distributor of Waterbury against A. H. Hitchcock Company of Bridgeport. The plaintiff claims an order of dies delivered by the [ defendant for $275 was contrary to contract specifications.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1946-03-20
Full Weather Report

Boston, March % (UP)-weath- CT forecasts
 ALL NEW ENGLAND-Fair t0- nlght and ThurNday. Continued cool tonight. Rather mild again Thursday.
 EAsTPORT tO BLOCK ISLAND --Gentle winds mostly variable with fair weather tonight and ThuFadny.
 DAILY ALMANAC
 Moon rises nt htOo Q. m.
 Sun rises at 5tBa c. m., sets nt 0i0a Q. ~.
 Vehlelen munt be llEhted thirty minutes after sunset
The Waterbury Democrat., 1946-03-20

will fear us. I think military train ing is good for the boys. It pro- notes better health. gives them a deeper interest in education, and a better background. I've noticed that all the boys who came back seem to have greater ambition and mia tive to work for success than when they went away. They've travelled and came to know the benefits of success"
The Waterbury Democrat., 1946-03-20

II nrmly @- lieve we should have compulsory military train ing. It's q guar antee of peace to the United s tates. And again, if a na- ton is bold e n oug h to at- tack us, com- plete prepared n a c VI nlild
The Waterbury Democrat., 1946-03-20
TIUo Brush Fires Come as "BreQther''

Bremen were called out today to extinguish only two brush fires. a mere nothing compared to yes- terday when they responded to g alarms for brush fires.
 Today'S alarms, both answered by men from Engine Company g, Wa tervine, were at 11:55 a. m. to Browns Meadows and at 12:07 p. m. to Faber Avenue.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1946-03-20
Wilson Post Plans Induction Ceren1on1

William Wilson Post, American Legion, will enroll Il veterans at a meeting in the clubrooms on Bishop Street tonight at p. m. The ex- servicemen will be presented by Ans ley Williams, associate chairman of the membership committee.
 The new members are L. D. Tay- Tor. George Taylor, James Car ruthers, Charles Robinson, Hay wood Gatling, George Crowder, Da- wis Taylor, George Barros, Joffre Fogg, Ferris Williams and Albert Gatling.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1946-03-20
WILLIAM AKOURY, Student,
 3A7 West Main Street:

T think we should have compulsory mile itary service. It will guarantee victory if we get involved in an- other war. It also works the other way too
 no other nation will attempt to make war on us hANa aaRn fhAxy
The Waterbury Democrat., 1946-03-20
Fire Board Holds Regular Meeting

A proposal to purchase new fire equipment to be used at the Bun- ker Hill fire station will be discuss. ed this afternoon when the Board of Fire commissioners meets in City Hall at p. m.