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Price 10 Cents DECEMBER 21. 1967 VOL. 21 NO. .1041 Subscription Price, $3.75 Per Year Businessmen Launch Fund For Victim Of A ccident ice Slason, also of Porter St. A fund for 'the family of 10- 'The Slason girl was not struck. year-old Nancy-Clock, 82 Por- Waterbury Hospital authorities ter St., Who was critically -:1m.- said at presstime that 'the Clock - " Jured early Monday evening when girt Is to poor condition,' with • she .and. another young .girl were "her name on 'the danger list, struck by a car, has been started .She has been to 'the intensive by local 'businessmen. care unit since being admitted failed the Nancy 'Clock 'Fund, to' the hospital suffering from a, It will be used, to' help the fam- head Injury. ily with hospital expenses and Roberta Temple's condition was to provide them with aid during listed as fair. 'She sustained a the holiday season. Check should fractured right leg.: be made out to Nancy Clock Fund Police reported that the three and sent to the Watertown office girls were walking to. 'the gut- 'Of 'the Waterbury National Bank, ter, facing traffic, when they Woodruff A.ve. were struck by the Hresko car. - Nancy Is the daughter of Mrs. 'They said the Clock and Temple Henry Clock, _§2 Porter St. Her girls were thrown onto 'the hood. father succumbed suddenly sev- .. of the auto by the force of 'the eral weeks ago leaving Mrs. Impact and. were carried for ap- Clock wltt, five children. proximately 120 feet, The girls were injured when Hresko was charged with, driv- "AND IT' CAME TO PASS, as the angels were gone away from them into heaven, the shep- struck by a. car driven by Al- ing under 'the influence .and reck- herds said ID one another, let us 'now go even into Bethlehem, and see this thing which is bert. Hresko, 43, 189' Platt Rd., less driving. He was. released, come .'In pass, which the Lord hath made known to us. And they came with haste and found as they were walking along' Por- under a $1,000 'bond. Mary, .and Joseph, and the Babe lying in, a manger." - Luke 2:1.9-16.. tar St. 'Witt a third girl, Jan- Joyous Christmas Observance Set "And when 'they were come Into •the house, they saw the young Second A nnual Ecumenical Child 'with 'Mary His Mother, .and fell down, and, worshipped Him. And .., ,., ,., they presented unto him, Community Carol Sing FrL gifts, gold, and frankincense, and myrrh." The Second Annual Ecumenical, men. So wrote Matthew (2:11) in a New •Community Carol Sing will 'be 'There will be musical, accom- Testament account of the Nativity, held Friday, Dec. 22, at 7:30 paniment for the sing, which will and so'will Watertown's residents p.m., on the north end of the" " feature many of the old favorite commemorate 'the birth of the parking lot at Watertown Plaza. Christmas Carols. Christ Child with solemn, 'and George Dietz, Jr., is chairman Joyous church services and, of the stag, to which all resi- Traffic Study Masses Christmas Eve .and dents,-regardless of 'their church Christmas Bay; and with 'the .affiliation, are invited. Last On Main Street traditional family gatherings and. year's sing attracted a large the exchanging of gifts. throng of participants and dergy- Wei 1 U nd erw a y Midnight Masses .are scheduled 'Town Manager Allen F, Mug- for both Roraan Catho 11,c Dinah Mills Melvin Sutton lla has. .announced 'that the-traf- Churches, SL John's'andSt. Mary 9 fic engineering project design- Magdalen, Both churches have 10-Gallon full schedules of 'Confessions Dinah Mills Watertown ® (Continued 'On. Page I1?) leading up the weekend. St. John's 99 Blood Donor Fin Church will, have Masses Christ- mas Day at 7, 8:15, 9:30, 10:45 "Miss School Spirit Melvin Sutton was awarded, a Post Offices and 12 Moon. St.. Mary Magdalen 10-gallon pin for having made Ms gan before Thanksgiving, with will, have Masses at. 6:45, 8:45,. .junior 'Dinah 'Hills was crown- 80th donation of a pint of blood. Close For Holidays 1 ed Miss School Spirit for Water- candidate's chosen .and all 'the nec- 9:45,. 10 and; 11:15 a.m., and to 'the' Red. Cross Bloodmobile last 5 p.m. town' High School last week, as. essary details seen too. . week. Watertown .and Gakvtlie Post- 'The candidates, in addition to masters Lucy Leonard and' Dan- The' Watertown Methodist the Distributive Education Club Only 76 pints were collected, Church will present a. dance held its; annual Miss School Spirit 'the winners,, were: Cathy Borg, during 'the visit at. the First Con- iel Shembreskls have announced Sewing Club; 'Theresa Desrosl- that both Post 'Offices will be drama, "''The Joyful. Mystery," Dance. gregational Church, Just one pint at Its Christmas Eve service The daughter of Mr. and. Mrs. ers, Gymnastics; Kathy Gilbert, more than half the ISO-pint quota. closed all day Sunday, Dec. 24 Future 'Business Leaders of and Monday, Dec. 25. Sunday at. 7 p.m. 'There will be John Mills, Balden. SL, she was; Others who received awards anthems 'by the three choirs and awarded.- a $50 .gift, certificate .America;. Janice Roberts, Future There will be no collection of Teachers of America; Chris Lor- were: William E. Rice, Jr., six: mall on Monday, Dec. 25, or Candleligntlng, No services are and presented 'with a dozen red' gallon pin; Nicholas Kintzer, tour scheduled Christmas Day. roses. Each of the 15 candidates enson, .Ski. Club; Roseanne Chew- Monday, Jan.. 1. Mail deposited rier. Drama Club;. Denise Di- gallons;; Stephen Stupak .and. Fred to. boxes to front of each Post At All Saints Episcopal. Church,. received a charm, bracelet .and. LaChance, two gallons; and Ken- 'Corsage,, complements of the bwpe,. . Class of " 1970; 'Linda. Office will be collected on Sun- Oakvilie, 'the Holy Eucharist will Camp, Class, of 1968; Clara Mil- neth Mussa, Ronald Lukes .and. day, Dec. 24, .and Sunday, Dec. be celebrated, at 7 p.m. on Christ- DEC A Club. Douglas; Sweeney, one-gallon First runner-up was Jean Dorh- lette, Class of 1:911; Geraldine 31. mas Eve,, and. again in a Midnight Ttso, Pep Club; Carol McKenna, pins. Communion service scheduled to man, representing 'the Student Thise assisting at the visit were Regular window service hours Council. Leslie Lamphier, rep- Cheerleaders; and Kem Martin, will, be' Observed at 'the offices begin at 11:30 p.m. On Christmas French Club. as. follows. Nurses: Mrs... James Day 'there will be' a 'Holy Com- resenting the' Majorettes, was LaRusso, Mrs. John McMahon, on Saturday,. 'Dec. 23, opening second, runner-up. Miss Mills Participating In 'the balloting at 8 a.m. and closing' at 12 munion service at 10 a.m. were' .all those who attended 'the .Mrs. Clarence Cole, Mrs. George 'On. Page 2) represented the Class of '69. (Continued On. Pace 16} Noon. Preparations for 'the 'dance be- dance. Property(Watertown , Con.)of , theDecembe r Watertown21, 196? Historical Society One-fourth of all patents regis- The first ice cream cone was tered In the United States Patent originated at the SL Louis Ex- Office pmartm to automobiles. watertownhistoricalsociety.orgposition in 1904.
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HOLIDAY PWI n MABGABET . ZEBOBA, a sophomore at Emmanuel Col- lege, Boston, Mass., has. ar- TREATS rived home to'spen d 'the noli- days with 'her parents, Mr. »f Christmas cheer and Mrs. Albert Zebora, 63 fill the homes and hearts of our from Lock wood Drive. < friends and patrons during the • A nnu a 1 C h i 1 dren * s holiday season. It has been a ill merrily decwated for Christmas Party privilege and pleasure to serve Christmas Holiday! This Saturday you all. during the past. year. "The Annual Children's Christ- SANTAS mas Party, sponsored by Wa- ter-Oak Post, Voter ins of For- Northern Lights eign Wars, "Will be held Sat- mM urday, Dec. 23, starting at 10 SNO-BALL •' 2* * * a-rn. In. 'the. Wale-torn High School auditorium. There will to a program of movies and a visit from Santa Christmas Trees r«*...«,25* Clous, who win have a present for each child. Ml children of $ members of the Water-Oaks. EGG NOG'"f.r 1" VFW and residents of Water- town up to 1.2 years of age are welcome to attend. PARFAITS y Chairman of the party is Ar- thur Schmid. Serving on the com- mittee are Commander Norman Daigle, Paul Garceau, Leslie ICE CREAM YULE LOGS Brown, Raymond Heroux,, Ad- rian. Heroux, Ernest Bice and 185 . Arthur LeMay. 1 Joyous-Christmas ICE CREAM CAKES , (Continual From Page l.< Christ Episcopal Chruch will J>25 present a Christmas Pageant at ice cream w*?r^?h "its 10:45 a.m. service Sunday Sails . %*££p 4.25 . , and has scheduled a Midnight Holy Communion service which PLEASE ORDER IN ADVANCE will begin., at 11:30 p.m. Christ- mas Eve. On Christmas Day there PHONE 274-1462 will to a Holy Communion serv- ICE CREAM SHO-BALLS.... -....IIto l. M ice at 10:30 a.m. Union Congregational Church, ol ICE CREAH TARTS...... 11* 1f$ Oakville,. will, 'bold its Christmas Eve Candlelight Communion ICE CREAM CLEAR Pit JR...... 1 tm L.M starting .at 11:90' a.m., with a ' cantata to be offered, by 'the ICE CREAM ECLAIRS*...... -..... fto Tt t choir. There will 'be no service ICE CREAM TORTOHIS...... —.... 4to 1 lift Christmas. Day. First Congregational Church also will have a Christmas Eve Candlelight Service, slated to Hy Labonne & Sons begin at 11:15 a.m. There will be CaJuindL 'no Christmas Day service. 1067 Main St. ICE CKBAH Trinity Lutheran ' Chapel's O Christinas Eve Candlelight Serv- Watertown SttvHt Tmrmplk* Wctartaws ice whl begin at '1:30' p.m. 'There will be no service Christmas Dav.. Property of the Watertown Tt»wHistoricalm 'Times (WatertownT, ~Cooii.) Society, December 21, 1987-Pag e 3 watertownhistoricalsociety.org COMING ATTRACTION at Thomaston Savings Bank
Commencing, January I, 1961 .PVT. JOSEPH A. 'SLOSS, USMC, son of Mr. and 'Mis. George - A. Sloss, Jr., '211 • NEW • Buckingham St., Oakville, re- cently completed two weeks of training under simulated INVESTMENT SAYINGS ACCOUNTS combat conditions at Camp Lejeune, N.C. He now is scheduled to go on to more advanced training 'before be- Ideal for long-range savings goals ing assigned to his perman- Dividends paid and compounded quarterly on ent unit- March 31st, June 30th, September 30th anil Town Seal Design. January 1 st Competition Rules $'2000' minimum balance Are Annou need You nay withdraw with only '90' days'" notice Dividends payable without notice Town Council Chairman. Rich- ' Present depositors may transfer to Investment ard C. Bozzuto has announced a. Savings Accounts during the first ton days of a list of requirements for those dividend period 'without loss of dividends who will, enter tbe town's design 7 competition to create! .an. appro- 10 grace days every month — deposits by the priate Town Seal for Watertown. tenth of any month, earn dividends from the first Entries must be submitted on opaque paper or artist's Board. "The design is to be 'drawn to a. A YEAR size of 10" by 14". £s the work Is to< be reduced to1 a. size of 2 'to 2 "1/2 'inches, the use of fine, Chin, lines should 'be avoided. India, ink, poster paint or com- present high rite will continue on parable material may 'to used In Illustrating the design. - Mr.. Bozzuto said that .as. .an. REGULAR SAYINGS ACCOUNTS added aid to the artist, it is sug- gested that 'the sketch be simple in. design. 'One of the ultimate uses will be to create an offi- cial seal which, will be set in. a. relief, metal disc. The seal .also will, be' used on letterheads .and 'documents. All entries most, to submitted Idea! for every type of savings goal to 'the "Town. Manager's office Dividends paid and corn pounded quarterly on by Jan... 20. Judges will to Miss Muriel January 1st, March 31st,. June 30th and Gwsfaue,, art supervisor at Water- September 30th town "High. School; Mrs. Barkley Open your account with as little as $1 Johnson, "art professor at Taft No notice on withdrawals School; ' John, V. torts,, of the 10 grace days every month — deposit by the Watertown Art League; Town tenth of any month, earn dividends from the first . Manager .Allen F. Muglla and Mr. Bozzuto, Feast, of Stephen . .. . A YEAR "Good King' Wenceslas looked, out on. the feast of Stephen." This familiar carol com- memorates two famous men. Moke 0 choice of either One Is 'King Wenceslas, > who ruled.-In. Bohemia In the 1.0th. century AD, He was noted for his generosity to the poor, and ( or both ) practiced this generosity on. Christmas and on St.. Ste- phen's Day, December 2:8, St. Stephen was the first" of the dependable savings plans, Christian martyr, noted In. legend as a follower of Christ who, at the time of the Nativ- ity, had, been in the service of then visit, phone or write: King Herod. When he was per- mitted to see the Star, he left Herod to serve the Child. Today the "least of Stephen." "four raarffy service bank" is. remembered primarily be- cause' of the carol, "Good King Wenceslas." His day Is now more commonly observed, es- pecially in, England and Can- ada, as Boxing Day, when THOMASTON presents are given, to servants and. others who have rendered ' services throughout the year. FINDING 'THE' BEAN SAVINGS BANK "Twelfth Cake" was a high- light of 16th century celebra- tions of Epiphany, January: 6. 103 Main st. Ttttyviifc |5gHAmST.,iATERT0WH [ i« mmim st. Prom the-finding of a bean"1 and. a pea baked into the cake, a 'king' and queen of the day D*p«*ft In.wrane* Cotpmftmi, F«mi*l HMM Lam Bmrnk Sy«**• were chosen... Property of the Watertown Historical Society Pag© 4--Town Times (ffatertown, Conn,), December 21,, 1967 appearing as a real person. Christ shouldn't be a swear watertownhistoricalsociety.org 'word or something whispered in Town Times, Inc. .. > timid, idolatry or considered just on, Sundays. I recall having done SKWMI clan potto** paid at ' this, seasonal 'Column last, year;,, OH,e« lot and >n tin Gto'g* Building. 471 Main Shawl, Wonrtown. For im* starting 'it with the 'words,,, "For .nlormor.on col II'4-il'fU or 374-4610. AdUfan ma.I 10 TOWN' TIMES, Boa: . "Christ's' sake let's make this a Oalmlla, m •••• 1. Walwiawn, Conn. meaningful Christmas," and one . William E. Siamum. Editor & •uUiihar - " - - Choriai Day, AdvartWHig Monostf of 'the newspapers timid about this ITMAKEW, startling use of''the Lord's name, 1 Llllri Illtlf Ilillini 11111 MM IU0II UtHtllllHH Mtlll III ntl MIM changed my copy to "For gosh Christmas is here again! Not, and Christ's birthday is the big- sake lefs make this a meaning-: just a holiday 'but a profound gest day to the American econ- ftii. Christmas." Of' course 'the idea contained Into 'twenty lour omy, it seems .we ..might have whole Idea was lost. But so is the' Letter if ome' tours. 'There was a God before drifted too far from good ex- whole idea of Christmas some- Christ, and the idea of Christ is amples and, famous personalities. times lost too. much older than Christianity; but Children accept Christ, on Christ- .SO' Greetings dear readers, and • front the eelebratton -of. His, birthday .as; mas, along with, Santa' Glaus and • a Joyous Christ's Birthday to'you. we practice It now,, is amazingly 'the seven dwarfs instead of Him. alii new. "Queen Victoria's husband
Congressman Tom Meskill was 'the first in England to'us e mr •^^f^gfr ^0F" ^H^ ^HP" ^"••^ ^^r w "^ -^- '^' -^"- w TBP" ~"!BI"~ —*•»" —^r im VBI —™»> —'vaw ^^^^1 the Christmas tree instead of a Federal efforts .to control soar- climbing illegitimacy 'rate isn't Yule log, 'the .first American Ing welfare costs have'been given helping. Many of "the children Christmas card was engraved Affairs Of State . a. sharp' change in direction. The live to fatherless homes. Pres- less than a century ago (in, 1875). new policies, written into the ent - welfare programs -simply 'The poinsettia's fame as 'the latest Social Security' increase have not, solved the problem. Un- Christmas plant is only about as, CARLTON HILL legislation, are 'Intended to get less changes are made, the prob- old . as Madison Avenue's in- people off the welfare rolls, tun lem threatens to' soar beyond the fluence, 'and even Santa Clans as 'Before 1970, the next 'state 'election year,'comes 1968 and the them Into wage-earners and make ability of government to'deal with, a Jolly whiskered fellow in a red presidential campaign. Well in advance of either dale, Connecticut taxpayers out of taxeaters. It it '-- .and, "far 'beyond 'the .ability suit Is a modern conception of Republicans are exhibiting optimism to an, unusual degree. 'They directs 'the States 'to establish of the taxpaying public to' pay tor the' sad-eyed Saint in a gray hood feel, they can,, recapture ..some of 'the Congress seats next year and Job-training and voluntary fam- .it. 'that children still'knew during'the win the Senate of .the 'General, .Assembly, at least. .. ily-planning' programs. They are . During debate on this bill,, Wil- Civil War' period." To make good, on these 'predictions, they'll need, an assist in the to provide day-care centers tor bur Mills, Democratic Chairman Today 1 started to hang' holly choice of an" "attractive" Candida* for president, _to take full the children of working' mothers. 'Of the Ways and Means Commit- over my mantle, and again 1 found ''advantage' of the adverse reaction to Lyndon B. 'Unemployed parents,, wherever tee, expressed the fear of a tax- 'the nail, holes in my old, wood Johnson's policies. "They Imply 'that some of the 'possible, will 'be required totaHsv payer revolt which could, harm the mantle-beam a pleasant 'thing to ''•leading*"' GOP aspirants of 'the moment 'do not. : Jobs "'or Job-training 'before 'they truly-needy 'When, he. said, . think about. Some of the" nails fit 'tils, 'description. can qualify to receive public "If this (trend) is not reversed; that' held those first Chrlst-mas, 'to addition to 'the' Eugene' McCarthylte dissent- fluids. The details will 'be car- one of 'these days there will 'be stockings there, were hand-cut ers, many of Connecticut's Democrats have 'been ried out by the States and local members on 'the Way's and Means and square. Perhaps they, were In more* or less open rebellion against the state' governments. Considerable lee- Committee who will be here with hammered into' the wood a century party leadership. Taking offense at dictation from way in granting exemptions' Is a bill repealing some of 'these and a half ago. The more recent executive and political sources, they've also bean. given to -the States. 'The initial provisions of law, and a. Con- round holes are al from, wire unhappy about .setting blamed for.'the legislature's ' "Federal contribution is stepped gress will have been elected, that type nails and. 'thumb tacks,. and 'bad fiscal record. ' • - . GMHUNMK HILL up in recognition of the fact that will go.along with that commit- I-shall be fastening my Christ- Democrats are noted,,' however, tor not carrying 'the hard-pressed States cannot tee." . mas stockings this year with a grudges of this "type into the' votJag booth. So afford to - establish all these new - The new requirements direct stapling machine. It is interest- Republicans would do well not 'to count 'Km heavily on these 'votes. programs without extra help,. 'the States to hold the welfare line ing to observe how Christmas and More probably, they'll 'concentrate- on 'Winning 'the support of 'the' Federal payments'tor child-care for AFDC programs 'at 'the .Jan- the times have changed, yet how 'state's largest ••'party," the unattlliated." - programs are increased sharply. uary 1,. 1.968, level* Each. State persistent is the meaning and Social attention also "'will 'be. given to campaigns tor state Senate The program, Is- controversial .must report, the 'percentage «'"f observance of this greatest of seats, In the belle* that these districts cope closest to being normally and has come under attack from, children of AFDC at that date,. all. holidays. Republican. 'When, the lines were set In the current 'pattern,, 'even •many States, a number of pro- Thereafter,' Federal, assistance Holly is still 'the Christ- emblem, neutral." observers thought the adv.ao.taee in numbers had gone to the fessional .welfare workers,, and will be held to' the samepercent- although it was at first an, -Easter •GOP. " .. . • others. Support Is strong,. how- age of the total population. Actual decoration. 'Christ's crown was ever, . In, many other quarters numbers may increase as the supposed to have grown ..green STILL ANOTHER THING upon which 'the GOP will have to 'Count equally concerned with the plight population of the State increases, between" its long' thorns and. His to .Justify "Its optimism is that its ranks .will not split apart as 'they of the needy. They believe that but the .percentage of total .popu- drops of blood blossomed into tiny have' during 'the . long years when the party was a, constant loser. •these new' programs will help lation on. Aid-For-Dependent red berries. ".And that" explains That's why so much emphasis has been, placed, of late on harmony hundreds of thousands :of par-'1' Children must remain 'the same. one of my ancient almanacks, and on a, free .and, open, choice of candidates. eats to. become self-supporting. . The stern command to the "Is- how the Holy Tree (or holly It Is beginning to look as though unity will be most difficult to _ . 'The problem,, which caused'this States is, as noted- above, tem- tree) was born.'' • , preserve. Already there are signs of "discord among' the members change in emphasis is this: " - pered by sharply increased pay- I guess the greatest difference •f the coalition which 'took over management from former State Federal welfare .payments to the ' ments from the Federal govern- between Christmas today and the Chairman A- Searle Pinney. Howard E. Hausman, the present chair mart States now 'total $4.5 billion. By ment and the grant of wide lati- Christmas, of early .America • is has, a big Job cut out for him. - 1972, they -will amount to $6,,.,?. tude to the States In the adminis- ..the unhappy overdoing of gifting. Just recently, he was caught to the middle by a report that Edwin. billion. This estimate is biased tration of the program. ''Time' was when all gifts. were H. 'Hay Jr. had offered, a ."deal," to give John Alsop the national on 'the presumption of relatively Other parts of the Social Secur- made only by the hands of the committeeman post. Alsop' and May supposedly have 'been Im- 'low unemployment, A. recession ity bill provide for increases in givers, .and Just one gift was most placable "enemies" since the former beat 'the latter tor the guber- would, throw all estimates .out 'benefits of 13 percent with a proper. "Nowadays gifts flow in an • natorial nomination in 1,962. ' ' of the window and make matters " minimum, monthly 'benefit of almost vulgar 'abundance from the Anyway, other members of the coalition to 'the state organization much worse. - " - $55.00. This will be reflected In wallets and handbags of the givers were very much, upset by 'the unilateral offer. They vehemently Aid - 'For - Dependent - Chil- checks received to early March .and. it seems time to' put Christ denied 'that May is running the 'GOP state show. .And 'they Joined In dren (AFDC) Is one of 'the ma- of next year. I will, 'be' glad to back into' our Christmas. In, this. - Hausman's resentment at the repeated Implication that he was jor items. Today,, 4.5% of al the answer any Inquiries on this very era when Washington's birthday hand .picked, to guarantee the U.S. ' Senate nomination for May. children in' the United States are- complex legislation. They should is celebrated by bargain, sales It also has become apparent there Is no great love tor state Sen. receiving aid, under this program. be addressed to' my Washington .John Mather Lupton, erstwhile director'of the conservative Connec- 'This shocking' figure will rise to'. office (101? Longworth Building, Berries Brighten ticut Citizens among others in' the present top 'echelons. 'Lupton more than, 5 percent In, 'the near Washington, D.C. 20515). assumes a leading role to. party affairs and 'has been mentioned for future. "These children on welfare 'Best .wishes to all for a Merry The bright red berries of the Congress in the Fourth 'District or the U.S. Senate. Christmasberry, an, evergreen are 'from, jobless homes. The Christmas and a Happy New Year! shrub native to California, are REACHING "AM ACCORD .Just .after the May-Alsop deal report, •widely used as Christmas dec- 1 •Clean Air Week orations. the. Republicans to 'the Fourth now are pretty well united In, support LETTERS'" "EDITOR, This shrub, with its thick of Lowell P. Weicker Jr. of Greenwich, in. 'the Fourth. 'They believe Balloons 'Returnee] . dark green. leaveSj can, grow to 'the rearing first selectman and state representative, who disclaims Dear Sir: a height of 15 feet, The Ency- . any conservative ties, "can bring this former stronghold back, 'to 'The following letter has been From Near, Far , clopedia" Americana says, the party. sent to Town Manger Allen F. • Its flowers are white its ber- Here as elsewhere to 'the state it appears there Is an attempt to ries yellow or bright red... The MugUa. Two balloons released here 'divorce the right wing, as represented by Lupton 'and Gordon Beed nearly - nine weeks ago during Christmasberry Is often known of Greenwich., Even though these forces were in 'the front ranks Dear Mr. Huglla: - as the to yon. The resurfacing of Nova Scotia Clean, Air -Week have been, re- of 'the war against Pinney, It now apparently is felt they'd 'do more harm "'man. good In a comeback att.em.pt. - Hill Road is fine for' our, cars. turned, one from New Hampshire There seems to be no dearth of moderate progressives who might. . However, I am. unfortunate enough and the other practically from First iii Latin . . . 'be gubernatorial timber in, 1970.' A'scramble for .the nomination to have it start ruining our driye» next door. .. . • much like the one In 1962 may be to prospect. It is probable the way.. - Dr. Harold J. deary-, Direc- Christmas -carols first were conservatives will remain in. contention, too, since they are .not 'Our driveway Is now a drainage tor of Health, said'the balloons , written in scholar's Latin. The Blessed Jacopohe of. Todi, of prone to surrender. way. tor ' the road. The crown, were among a large number re- the Franciscan order, led the Familiar names are in the. list of ..those being mentioned for of" the 'driveway has been cut leased Oct. "25" from',' Water town way to a wider enjoyment and .governor In 1,970, Including Sen. Wallace A. Barnes of Farmington, through 'In the recent rain. Pre- High School by students cooper- appreciation of joyous. Christ- Anthony A. Wallace, now of Southington, 'and Sen. T. Clark Hull of viously this crown kept water ating with Richard Carpino of the mas songs by writing; musical Danbury, * already announced* Rep. Nicholas A. Lenge of West out • of the driveway. However, State Department of Health. One . poems" in the language of the Hartford already is running hard for something or other,.. 'the heighth "of - 'the resurfaced of the balloons was found Oct. common people. 29 In woods at 'the White Me- Exactly what is going to happen to Ed'May's supposedly "sure 'road., and the- contour of the, The saint, who lived, from, 1 thing "" bid for the U.S.-Senate nomination isn't too clear. It doesn't town, land, does not permit drain- morial Foundation in Morris. about 1.23a to 13'0« A.D., had, a help the situation, either, to have Luptoh standing by,, ready and age except down our driveway. The second balloon, to' be.re- good precedent .tor his interest •willing to' run against Sen. Abraham Bibicoff, who, he says, should . We have had. no trouble in this turned was found the' same day in carols in St. Francis him- be "easy" to defeat. regard since .February,, 1938, it was released. In Woodsville, self. To St. Francis :1s, 'traced the creation, of the first creche It looks as though 'the harmony which the state GOP coalition has, when, we moved in. (tease take N.H, Dr. Cleary said accord- or manger scene, .In-1223 AD. been, trying 'to promote will face a crucial test to..th e months just such stops "as, necessary to'cor— ' ing to . Information - he receiv- Villagers gathered 'around, the ahead. So far, nobody is really reaching to stop May. The outcome .. rect 'this fault. * ed, tin balloon was recovered ..scene and sang hymns to' the also could demoastra*e whether the optimise airaut the two elections , Vary-.tndy yours, at 5:30 p.m., 'four and on* half hours after being released 'here. Christ Child, .ahead" Is Justified. \ " - Alan C. Cutte
• x Town, Times-(Watertown, Conn.),, December 21, 19W~P»gB 5 Friday, Dec. 22 —Low Mass"' 7 p.m., Property of the Watertownfor Mr... and Mrs. diva, 7 a.m.Historical; Society Saturday, Dae. 23 — Acolytes* Symbolising Victory Confessions, 4 to 5:15 and 7 to practice, 10 a.m. In 'legend, the laurel and the i\ Church Services 8:15 p..m, Sunday, a Dee. '24 — Holy Com- bay 'have told, the story of vic- Saturday, Dec. 23 — High Mass. munion, 8 a.m.; 'Morning' Prayer tory and triumph since the Oakvllle Congregational watertownhistoricalsociety.orgfor .Sophie and John Rock, 7 a.m.; and 'Church School, 9:4:5 a.m. days of ancient Greece. • Thursday, Dec. 21 -- Choir, Christian Science 'Rich ' Mass for Mrs... Pauline Christmas, services: Festival of Ivy was the: ©onvlviai green ? p.m.; Church Council, 8' p.m. 'Holmes & Mitchell. Aves. Penoocello, 8:30 ' a.m.; Con- Holy Eucharist, 7 p.m.; Festival of pagan holidays, and 'was .supposed, to 'express the joy- Sunday, Dec. 24 — Family Serv- Waterbury fessions, 9:30 to 11:30 a.m.,'trf Holy Eucharist, 11:30 p.m... ice, Baptism of children, 10 a.m. Sunday, Dec. 24: — Service 2:30 to 5:30 and 7 to 8:30' p.m.. ousness of 'Bacchus. The few Monday, Dec. 25 — Christmas and, the cypras symbolize eter- Sermonr "Cards on, the Mantel." and Sunday .School, 1.0:45 a.m. 'Sunday, Dec. 24 — Masses at .Day- Holy Communion, 10 a.m. Wednesday, Dec. 27 —Meeting, nal, life. Chlrstmas Eve Candlelight Com- 6:45, 7:45, 8:45,,, 10, 11:1,5 a.m., Wednesday, Dec. 27 — Holy Including' testimonies of Christian munion, 11 p.m. Cantata 'toy the and 5 p.m.; Midnight Mass, 12 Communion, 10' a.m. Choir. ' Science healing, 8 p.m. Midnight. Wednesday, Dec. 2? — Boy Monday, Dec. 25 — Christ- Walter H. Hart, Scouts. .St. Mary Magdalen mas Day. Masses at 6:45, 7:45, Thursday, Dec:.. 21 --LowMass 8:45, 10, "11:15 a.m., 'and 5 p.m. Chocolatl, a, Mayan and, Aztec First Congregational for Domenico and James Mac- drink, was: made by grinding Friday, Dec. 22 — Pilgrim clone, 7 a.m.; Confessions, 7 to All Saints Episcopal roasted cacao 'beans and boiling Fellowship meets to leave for 8 p.m. Thursday,, Dec. 21 -•- Choir.,, 'them with corn and chili pepper. Christmas Pageant at the Water- bury Extended Care Facility, 6 • p.m. YOUR GIFT SHOP Sunday, Dec. 24 — Worship Services, 9:15 and 11 a.m. 'No Church School.. Christmas ETC Candlelight Service, 11:15 p.m. Truly ai treasured gift- Trinity Lutheran Chapel The Gift That's our exclusive 'gift Sunday, Dec. 24--Advent Serv- ice, with Dr. F. W. Otten, pastor, hampers—made up officiating, 10:30 a.m. Theme of Never Returned according to your own the service will be "Christmas choice of fine wines In Other Lands and Ages." ' and liqueurs from our Christmas Eve Candlelight Serv- On the day after Christmas, ice, 7:80 p.m. . And. mot at all strange, vast .col lection Wednesday, Dec. 27 — Adult Are the crowds flocking in Choir, 7 p.m. With their gifts to exchange. St. John's Saturday, Dec. 23 — Con- Their sacks me too large; fessions, .4 to 5:30' and 7:30' to Their lies are too bright; Select from the area's 8:45 p.m. Their slippers are wrong; most complete array Sunday, Dec.. 24 — Masses at Their shirts aren't right. of holiday decanters 7, 8:15, 9:30, 10:45, 12 Noon and gift paks and 5 p.m.; Christmas Eve Mid- They have: too 'many pencils; night Mass, 12 Midnight. Their books they have read. Monday, Dec. 25 Christmas Or have two of a kind .Day. Masses at 7, 8:15, 9:30, 10:45 and. 12 Noon. And wish something instead. CHAMPAGNE!
Methodist Everyone's choice for Thursday, Dec. 21 — Senior tie festive occasion Choir, 7 p.m.; Adult Discussion Now I. have no gripe. Group, 8:15 p.m. For I make, a good, living' — La Domaine — Friday, Dec. 22 — Girls 'and From people who give Chapel Choirs rehearsal and And keep giving and giving. Champagne Christmas party, 1 p.m. from Alimuten Vineyards Saturday, Dec. 23 -- Caroling, Bui' if yom are anxious "in California is what we 6:30 p.m. consider to be our best Sunday, Dec-. '24 — Family Wor- And eager to learn champagne value! Never ship and Church School, 9; 15 a.m.; How to give and be sure before such fine 'quality Worship Service, 11 a.m..Sermon: Your gifts won't return at such a. low price!! "Ask A Sign.1'"1 Rehearsal, 5p.m. Champagne Christmas. Eve Service, a dance For what it is worth —• CHARGE Sparkling, drama called "'The Joyful Mys- Tile suggestion is mine, Burgundy tery," 7 p.iB.., There will be $097 — Nobody brings back Pink fifth anthems by the three choirs and Their liquor or wine. Champagne 2 •
. * I. •". 1 1* : ,; i: • o !"!,!.» Page S-THwi Times (Watertown, O«ma),,, December 81, 1967 : Secood honors, college course: .Cwlols,, .James »^™.™llf Brian Kallta,KiistlnaLombardo, ,JnMe Ar*. Je'an Bemtas, Craig Frances tWtaislo, Charles Em- Property of the WatertownRichard Lorenz, .Susan Marti Historical, Society ,. Elisabeth McKellar, Carol, Me-,. BadeU Jennie Burto:, Deborah. «riekt .SheUa Gallevege, Gary Kenna, Janes March, 'EUabeth, • B.rade,' 'Rancy Camslllo, ••Jean (Continued On. 'Page •} Nyberg, Thomas Orslllo, Craig watertownhistoricalsociety.orgPalmer, Nancy Peruglnl, Nicho- las Pesce, Virginia Post, Michele Smith,,.'Patricia .Smith, Jeffrey .Stevens,. Geraldtne Tlso, Pauline - Tortoricl, Margaret Traver and, .Robert Urban. Second honors, business course: Laur 1 e , Bradshaw, Joce 1 yn Brlere, Hannelore Ciunel and Kathy Curtlss. .. , " . First, honors," lechnical-voca- tional course: William Coffey and Madeline Yashenko. Second honors,, technlcal-voca-' tional course: Louis Banda, Ste- phen Bormolini, NormandBrlse- • tools and Christopher Healy. -go you and yours, Sophomores First honors, college .course: we extend our Jacqueline Agnew, Deborah Ber- cheeriest holiday ger, Carl Bohlen, Linda Booth, Catherine Buttruck, Paula "Col- ... greetings and angelo, Linda, FUsco, Peter Gris- our sincere thanks ABOARD THE SS 'OCEANIC - Mr. and Mrs. Francis X.-' ka,_ Christine . Mueck, Phyllis Fitamaurice, off Chase Parkway Garage, Inc., are shown Mazurski, Joyce Hordenti, Wendy for your loyal with the 18HS8 • SAAB DeLuxe V-4 model aboard the SS . • Pearson, Debr'a Hock, Helaine Oceanic during "the 1967-SAAB national • dealer • raecting- Starr, Darlene . VanBuren and. patronage, palmed cniise'"recently. They were among: some 388 SAAB, dealers Diane Zembruski. friendship and. good wiii. and wives who participated in the cruise to Nassau ta the Bahamas and in the unveiling off the -1968 SAAB 'models aboard the ship. BEAUTY DEE'S SALON Frank Flammia & Sons 7S? Named On- • Jtmes GlprtaMl» ^ ^ THOMASTON FURNITURE L3£ iiduicu WII Robin Gagnon, Lym Greenfield, 274-289S Margaret . Grinstinas,, Thomas George Building, Main St. ' • ' STORE • '• - Feeney, Todd Hallock, Diane Plenty o[ Free Paiking 34 Main St. HoflOr Roll . • Bosfcing. WUimn - KakowsU, The Watertown High .School "•honor roll for the marking period, endirfg Dec. 8 carries 252 students, according to a, list released this week by the "Office of Principal, Sunnier Llbbey. " Topping the list. Is the senior class with 72. There, are 64. freshmen, 61 - sophomores and , r. —- 55 Juniors. 'The list, follows. .Seniors First honors, college course: Linda Camp, Cheryl Cleveland, Robin Gray, Nancy lannucci, John Lorenz,, Marcla Nadeau, Darrel "Nelson, Margaret Ryan, Diane Simpson, .Robert. Tessler and • : Jeanne Woraelsdorf. .^/here's no season,'quite'like Christmas... no Second honors,, college course: ••custom, quite so happy as the old tradition, of exchanging Hari~cy Ashton, • Bosean'ne Ch'evrler, Guy Desaulniers, Mar- greetings. With real appreciation for our. cordial jorle Dohrman, Linda Dumalne, Elaine' Dumont, William Gaile- relations, we thank you and wish you a most joyful holiday vege, Charles' Glgnac, Robert, Giroux, Janice 'Goodwin,' Alan Hostetter, Linda Klelst, Barbara :Huglck, Dennis Levesque, .Ste- ven Marullo, Betty Logue, Eliza- beth Langlots, Douglas Little- field, David NUrnberger, Rose- mary Ifuccl, Carol, PistflU, Pa- tricia Blnaldi, Charles Roberts, Pamela Ryan,,, David Simonin, ' Russell Steward, Joan Symano- vich, Susan ' Taylor,, Susan Verseckas, Jean York,, Kenneth Yurgelun and Clifford Trypuc- First honors, business course: Linda Hannon and Nancy Kennedy. Second honors, business course: Carole Boucher, Helen Bruce, Lauren Church, Alane Daley, .Donna General!, Richard George,, . Kathleen, Mitchell, Roseann Petmzzi, Patricia Schienda, Pa- tricia, Smith, Patricia Stukshis, Sandra Shape!,, Joanne Rubbo and ChristlneWhttahou.se. First." honors,, technleal-voca- tional course: Beverly Johns, Marjorie Lynn and Bertha Wood- • ward. .Second honors, technical-voca- tional course: Raymond Chasse, ' Ivan" Cyr,' Paul Ezzo, Lucille Guerrera, Nancy Guldess, Patri- cia Hardt, Prances Korreniewsid, .Tina Kastner, Georgia. Panilai- tls and Frances Urbano. Juniors first- honors, college course': Deborah Balanda, Sandra Car- riiichael, Sean Bitterly, Beverly Butkus, Kathy dark, Betsy Mck- or, Stl,ee.n. Kirk, Elizabeth Kusa- :1a., Judith LovTln, Catherine Your new neighbors . Montagno, Ifarle Orslni, Janice Roberts, Catherine Telash, Jean DIAMOND GINGER ALE, INC. Weidemler, Deborah Williams - HOME OF FINEST QUALITY BEVERAGES- and James Zaccarla. SOUTH MAIN ST WATERBURY /'".Second, honors, college ca..j se.- Town. Times (Watertowa, GOBI.). December 21, 1967-PagP 7 Worry Is Interest paid oo trou- Property of the WatertownMolly in Legend HistoricalAnthony and, Cleopatra com - Societyble before It comes due . .. In the legend .and lore of mitted suicide In 31, B.C. Christmas,. holly has. 'both a merry and melancholy signi- ficance. watertownhistoricalsociety.orgFairies, so it Is .said, loved the holly. They found its leaves such a comforting shelter that even,after holly was cut from the trees, they lingered about, allowing themselves to be car- ried indoors, where they pro- tected the home from evil spirits. Later,, Christian, believers saw the thorny leaves and bright, red 'berries of the holly as symbols of the Crown of "Thorns and the sacrifice which the Christ Child,,' grown to manhood, made on. 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SPECIAL SALE $J|O88 PRICE ONLY 48 Compl ete NATIONALITY DAY was observed 'by pupils in Miss Bel- lini's class recently at Polk School. Some of ttie young- LOU JAN MUSK CO. sters dressed in. clothes native to' 'the country of their na- 75 HILLCREST AVENUE tional origin.. In, the top photo, Sharon and Karen Floyd are Wedidi ng In v i tati on s 164 Main Street shown doing the Tarantella, an Italian folk dance. Bottom Program* * Factory Form* photo shows .all the children who participated in the pro- Phon* 274-2066 Oakville gram. Front row, left. to right, they are: Donald Maher, Welcome Here Seven Lynch and Thomas Vaichus. Second row, left, to SUIHMIHI iiiiiniiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiinii s 274-4167 right: Michel e Morris, 'Linda M ace ion e, Cynthia Mendyka, Karen Floyd, Paula Fuller and Sharon Floyd. | ENGINEERED f I SINTER1NGS ( Mrs. James A. Lee,. Jr., was Robert D. Hazen, son of Mr, I3 AKl § officially Installed'as Executive . and Mrs. Edward, G. Hazen, 99'« «»**•*-«<* I Secretary -of the Watartown Bed. North St., has been, awarded, his § PLASTICS, INC| Cross Chapter, at the recent class numeral for participation = " 1 montlfly meeting of the Chapter's" with the Williams College fresh- § A • || Board, of Directors,, man soccer team.. A graduate of s '" ~~ Mrs. Lee succeeds Mrs- Dan- Su.ffl.eld Academy, he played right S WATERTOWN. iel Fenton, who retired recently' halfback for the. Wllllamstown, s INDUSTRY after having served as executive Mass., team, which, compiled a. = 3-4 record this year. Hllliiiiilii'iliiiiimiiMHiiii secretary for more than 25 years,. AB UI* -afffraarfi ttff sutwum of peace and xjiioii mill. vat grat?fiiU}|~rrm*mher ,oiir many frit «IIB, Hag tt|i,,B greeting rarrg our hrst uttfitiPB, and our- hrarty thanks • to nnr and all.
BELLS RING OUT FOR A HAPPY, HEARTY, HOLIDAY SEASON. WE EXTEND OUR SiNCEREST APPRECIATION TO ALL THE- WONDERFUL PEOPLE WHO HAVE MADE THE PAST YEAR A MOST SUCCESSFUL ONE FOR US. J & R Sportswear QUIGLEY'S inc. S99 Main SI. €5 lain St. laJeitom Watertowi Page 8-Town Times (Watertown, Coin.), December 21, Michelle, Charles Fisher, 'Guy Johnson, Rita. Jkndta, Jean Kus- PropertyHono ofr Rol thel Watertown HistoricalEdmund Wilson and Kimberl Societyy Bays, Patricia HtakMB, David Zontk. " ' . US, (Confctaoed From Pafjt 61 HotcbMss, Richard Haoppi, 'WO.*'" Second, honors: Curtiss Bohlen, Lugaresi, Denlse Lynch, Debor- Glrooz, Dennis Hamel, Bomita Mam. Johns, Felicia Kepfca, Pa- Nannetta Chichetti, RitaDiPTim- ah Lynn, Gene Monroe, Brig- Hughes, David Laviana, Susan tricia Safete, Barbara Koatout, to,.... Steven Downes, Jeffrey Duf- ltte' Mueck, .Agnes Nardella, watertownhistoricalsociety.orgJtutson, Donna Knudsen, Katnleen Susan KusUs, Mary Kuncas, fany, "Tbomw Dwyer, David For- Randall Rock, Karen Semeraro, Klnsly, Debra L'Abbe, Ranald Bruce Utttefteld, Jane Long, get, Diane Galazzo, Michael Gal- Sheila Sbopel, Lois
THE WATERTOWN LIONS Club launched its annual Christmas Tree sale last weekend at the Watertown Plaza, and 'trees moved briskly. Putting; in their stint as salesmen Saturday afternoon were' Harold Thompson, left, and Edward W. Kalita. At right is Dr. James F. Martin showing a tree to prospective customers. themes and the Epiphany were the medieval mysteries and Birthday News . . . composed, and there were also miracle plays. "NowelT or "Noel" means many of folk origin on the f es- birthday news or a "shout of -Uvities of the Christmas sea- re thankful joy" for the birth of Christ. son. rNTWVlDUAL The earliest carols were These latter included such for our many friends songs of the Nativity, the In- songs as "The Holly and The <;IFTS and wish, them 'happiness at this carnation and the Annuncia- Ivy.™ Many of the surviving old At Hoskmg's very special time. Merry Christmas! tion. Later, ones on shepherd carols were'originally part of MED BARN ALLYN'S 'GIFT SHOPPE Cleaners and Dyers to ill our 96. PORTER ST. WATBRTOWN 15 Echo Lake Rd. customers Watertown and friends, we -semi 'Thanks... and CHBISIMiS GBIIIIES ETC WOODWORKING Gosh en Rd. R.F.D. 2 L itch field
We hope that you sp&nd your holiday .* huppily, As the holiday season; in the company unfolds with all its off those merriment and magic, UMlll IkflU we send greetings in the good old-fashioned spirit of Hoy you "dashing through the snow In a one-horse open sleigh," enjoy the peace, love Hint is Christmas! and wish you many memorable detights.To all our friends and customers* our hearty thanks for a year of good will,
Discount Furniture JOE AND AL Dl BIASE World, Inc. STATE DAIRY, INC. 523 Mail St. Straits Turnpike Watertown latertown PagPropertye 10-Town Times (Watertown of, Cow.) the, Decembe Watertownr 21,1967 Historical Society watertownhistoricalsociety.org
"Beat wishes for a very merry Christmas" and "Many *hanks ' to' you." Them are the messages -that local Business firms extend to^yow here, as they welcome the oppor-
"Once again, we pause to thank our many good friends and wish them the merriest of Christmases and a Yule- tide season overflowing with happiness and good cheer. '
Here comes Santo with i lffland Limber Co. lest wishes to all our our 'very best wishes. - 747 So. Main St.'. friends for a warm and " for those it has been. merry Cttfisimasl our privilege and 'pleasure to serve. May Elect-O-Matic Co. your. holiday be an Portef St. Greetings Watartom - 'especially.happy one. Hope your Christmas Magic Cleaners is especially merry Middle bury and bright! Our warm- Union City Wo tor bury est wishes to oil I... In keeping with the true spirit,of the Christmas All-Brite Chemical Co. season, may we wish you' 'and 'your family a 1465 Main St. happy ..holiday, filled with the many joys this very special day often brings.
It's time to trim the Franco-American Coat & til Co., lie, tree> and wish our 581 Main 'St. Oak villa goad friends a happy holiday. Many thanks We're joining the for your patronage. chorus 'with good ' Higher than the stee- wishes for you at' Mel's Restaurant ple, wider than the Christ ma sti me! May 165 E. Main St. | sky . . . that measures > your home be filled W'O'f •iHb*i py our wish for your hall- - "with the best of noli- .. iday cheer.- day good cheer. Ville Catering & Coffee Service Annette's Flower Shop 1553 ThomaMon A««> GREETINGS Old Colonial Rd: Watwfcuiy Oak: wiii'U Snowmen will melt and go away,, but our good From us to you,- a wishes are here to stay. "stocking-full" of Do have a merry and thanks for being our maryelous Christmas! customer, and good Four Comers Slue wishes for a Merry Four Com«rt Chrittmas. - MiddUbury
IE1 • e 1 r i GO I C on trac to r At Christmastide, our 391 Echo Lok. Rd. Woterfown warmest .and best wishes . . ... and our We join Santa in a thanks for the favor big 'warm smile and of choosing us to extend our "best wishes, serve you. to''you and your fam- Hear ye! Hear ye! We're pro- ily lor the vary mer- Lou Cfsfa's Reslaarait Watai'toMt, Rd- claiming merriest Christmas wish- riest Christmas ever) es, heartiest" thanks to our cus- tomers and friends. Globe Enterprises "' «f Main St. Anco Tool ft 1ft Ct. Inc. 29 H«w Vtawd1 Rd. . Vvltrpann We're putting the finishing touches on Christmas "by In the Christmas Spir- 'wishing you and yours an it,, all praise.and grat- especially joyous and mem itude ...... to you and J-fa&ty orable holiday season. yours.. Our greetings" and- very best wisties. Anow* 1833 Wat»rt»wn Bvlow Int, Co. Plumblno, & H«ailng .61 Fi.ld St. Wat.rbory Over hill and dale, Hare cones Sania with as the happy tale of our fondest wishes for Christmas is - retold, Greetings May Peace on Earth a most joyous Christ- SBAION'S we chime in with our prevail, may you have mas" season. .May we best wishes to you GREETINGS a ..joyous Yule and a tall you how much we and yours! - home filled with hap-' enjoyed serving you. piness ...... every day. Lirry's Pitkap' Sto lap's Mlddltbury Rd. Lutetian Coistnictlia MiddUbury Watortawn - Wood bury . UlMlakmy M> Ml ddU bu(Y .. I •
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tunity to join in the traditional .exchange of glmd greetings 'at the holiday season, and to thank you. sincerely for your valued patronage throughout the past year.
Christmas is the time for families to get to- gether . . . may you and yours have a joy- NOEL ous Christmas.
Ckem Early and late this Fill Ruark's ISns Shoppe Christaiiastide, and for Middle bury Pockog. Star* Here's a hearty-) Gltnwood Av». Ml ddI (bury 'every day, we wish "Thanfc you" for your all. of you and yours 1 o y a I p a t r o n a g e .* every happiness the Happy holidays! holidays can bring.
Bells are ringing for a Christ- Agnew Fltrist Jin's Water Systems mas filled with joy and merri- 603 Main St. Linkfl.ld M. ment, and we're chining in Wat.rtown to add"our own good wishes for all II It's Christmas, presents 1219 West all aver,- 'we'd like to Us stain rant 1249 W. Maim St. Woterbury Aank you 'for the year- round present of your fx&nibtias patronage.
Bine IIHM Oil C.., Inc. Roc co Ferrucci Hope your Christmas shines Middlebury 'Raw Middtebory with all that makes you hap- piest! We extend our warm- During the holiday est wishes to' everyone. season, may we ex- Gifts piled high 'nealh a glittering tree . . . the press our apprecia- Jw's Sanitation happy sounds of children . . . it's Christmas, and tion to all our won- • ' 274-35?3 the time for joyous celeb ration with loved ones. W'fl w9 IT'PO'Wfl derful customers for Hearty wishes for a truly happy Christmas. their loyal patronage. Beiftff's lie, liiilebvry Baiie & Televisiw 43 Collier St. Bank St. - Colonial Plaza Waterbury S a n ta * s-t r i m m i n g t h e Water bury .. Christmas tree with our holiday greetings for one and all. Have a What better time' to"1" Merry Christmas. " - se n di o u r w a r m e s t I.J. Black I Son Inc. greetings to' you, our ThomattOfi Rd. friends, our patrons. Wot»rfcwn We value your goad'* will. It's at Christmas time Skip's Frieaity Gilf Service we send wishes for Middl*Wrr Rd. everything good . . . MiddUbury but we wish it for Age-old, yet ewer new you every day in the is t'he expression of • During this Christmas year. May your days Christmas wishes . . . season we enjoy taking all be merry. never more deeply time' out to express our On Earth felt than our greet- Michael's Sunoco Service thanks to all our loyal ings to you. 904 Malm St. customers. Wotartown Daveluy's Restaurant 150 Echo Lofc* Rd. Wo Th« Trav«l«r» Insurance Co. Christmas greetings Ill «. Main St. Wot.rbury for one and all, with a sincere thank you for your loyal and 'friendly patronage. Here's hoping Santa's ex- Charles F. Lewis tra kind to you this year! L. an dtco ping A very merry Christmas, 263-4130 Woodbury 'everyone 1 Tit Basket Ban 139 €«'*• St. " TKewastvn Santa's a-comin' with At Christmas, our best a mighty ho-ho and wishes for health, our wishes for a happiness, "all the wealth of good cheer •Christmas roses are red; blessings .of the for you and: yours on Christmas trees are evergreen. this Christrtasl season. Have the happiest Yuletide You've ever seen! Diorii's R»$laurant Harley-Oaviisw 231 Bank St. 702' Strait* Tump Ik* Wailwrtwry Wot«rlown SIS Main St. •--- t
Page Property12-Town Tines (Watertown of, Conn.) the, Decembe Watertownr 21,1907 Historical Society watertownhistoricalsociety.orgMIDDLEBURY NEWS
MIDDLEBURY can well be proud off two members of 'Police and Fire. Departments who were given credit last week fur m big assist in saving the life of a snail child. . Police officer Xuther France, left, and . Volunteer Fire' Captain James Desmarais, right, were called to' 'the scene when two-year-old Shawn Chandler, of Ward St., Naugatuck, fell into< a nearby brook while visiting with .his mother at : "...AND THE¥ FELL DOWN AND WORSHIPED Him," would be the fitting caption for 'the home of Mr. and Mrs. Richard Reale," Kings ley Ave. the Nativity scene at the home of Dr. and Mrs. William P. Arnold, White Deer Rock Rd., Mrs. Reale found 'the toy .in the brook after his" absence Middlebury. Strikingly different and strikingly attractive, the scene has been, the subject "was noted. The police and firemen were called, and helped of considerable comment about town. • " (Hckener Photo) bring the child around with the use of a recently purchased; resusitator. They wen two happy men when the child During the Civil War, Lincoln shewed signs of life as he was being rushed to' a hospital. consented to the suppression of Shawn now is recovering from Us ordeal and merrily the Chicago Times. looking forward to Christmas. 'New England has an area of' Re-Creating the Nativity 43,126 square miles, ami an av- Re-creating the Nativity Scene at-Christinas, with Mary, erage' population density of' 166 Joseph, the Infant Jesus and the animals of the manger, per square mile. The least popu- originated, many scholars believe, with St. Francis of Assist lated state, 'Vermont, has 42 on Christmas Eve 1223 in the little mountain* town of Grec- people per square mile, and cio, Italy. Rhode Island, the most populous, Wishing to dramatize the birth of Christ for his parish- has 812. ioners, St. Francis and his helpers set up a realistic repre- sentation of the manger' scene. HEALTH - WAYS Dr. -Remard F. Oemcke Chiropractic Physician DOING WHAT COMES ,; NATURALLY A large percentage of our juvenile delinquents come from, broken homes, homes in which parental supervision, .and guidance are lacking. But. how about the other sideof the pic- ture? How about those chil- dren who fall victim !«• acci- " .Ha¥e a wonderful season full of dents and other misfortunes $oy. Thank you tor your loyal patronage. because of over-protection? Many parents, 'because of'the MATERTOiN WAREHOUSE OUTLET great love they bear for their youngsters, unintentionally do 686 Mam, St. . " Wattrtown them a disservice. They are unduly sollcitlous. And, while a child is going through his formative years, . too much surveillance can, 'be as. dan- WHITE HATS lor the good guys, podnah. Western/ outfits gerous as not enough. were issued to guests at the 20th annual Goodyear soil We know of a father who will Conservation Awards Program al Litchfield Park, Ariz., DELANEY 5 not: permit his' son to swim last week. Mere, on Hie patio at the Wigwam, desert re- 'because in, his own early youth sort, Frederick F. Judd, of Watertown, and John T. Break- tie suffered a cramp and al- ell, Goshen, check hats for size. They were among the most drowned, - Conceivably, 106 award-winning conservationists representing . the SO knowing 'how to' swim could stales and Puerto Rico on 'the vacation-study tour spon- SANDWICH SHOP save the son's life at some future date. . sored! 'by Goodyear Tire" & Rubber Co. . " '* 25' KINDS OF SANDWICHES! ' As soon as they are old enough to take the necessary * MANY DAILY LUNCHEON SPECIALS precautions, children should be' allowed to cross streets by * EXCELLENT FOOD themselves; they should be shown how to strike a match Stop in at Red's in, tie correct 'manner -- how M to' .' operate the power lawn, Towm Mmli"... ' mower „ without endangering it*8 ike friendliest themselves or bystanders. " . Season's A sheltered, over-protected spot in town...... relax and toy or girl fails to acquire Greetings " the abilities and confidence enjoy a good cup of coffee gained only through "doing." Our personal thanks for 'Then, when emergencies the help of our many or a complete meal... arise, they are frequently in- friends and neighbors. capable of coping'" with, them. Your cooperation, has TftMir doctor of chiropractic been gr-euily appreciated • Open Mon. thru Sal. - 6 AM to 5 PI urgts that 'you protect your Marilyn Belden L Claries '"'Heel*' Delaney child by not overprotecting DELANEYT SANDWICH SHOP him. If ..he shows no desire to Middlebury Correspondents -' 4 Corners, Middletmry : learn how to 'do things by himself, he's not behaving • Town Times . ' 758-9842 ' normally. " . Advt. Middlebury NewsPropertyJ of the WatertownTow nHistorical Tines (Watertown, Conn.), DecembeSocietyr 21, 1967-Pag e IS Mistletoe Magic family car. Each time your loved > Ancient followers of the ones adjust tbelr bolts, It will to Druid religion were the first to a reminder of your concern and regard mistletoe as a sacred •flection, almost, like: your own watertownhistoricalsociety.orgplant, say the editors of The Hew Book, of Knowledge. They .arm. encircling them for protec- supposed It to' have panacean tion. Keep your family safe' with virtues to, warding' off every- seat belts,. thing from witches to disease. Each' year, about the time Christmas is. celebrated today, there was a ceremonial rite: in which Druid priests, using a golden, sickle, cut the mistletoe leaves from the "sacred oak" and distributed them amongst the •people. The Saxons, also valued this plant; they were the first to call it mistletoe. To them, mis- tletoe symbolized everlasting peace. walk on LEFT
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HOWARD WATTS, RHdletacr Baud of Education Chairman, presided at a recent, open meeting of tie .Board at which the functions of the Temporary Regional School Study Com- mittee were explained. Pictured, left to right, are: Arthur Camyre, Charles Murphy. Mr. Watts, Curtiss Hart and Walter Countryman, all members of the Board of Education, and Superintendent of Schools Joseph Cash man. (Pick en er Photo).
origin in the English "Christ- mas bird."" — usually a goose, They Go Together capon, or chicken, rather than a turkey. In medieval times, a large bird was standard fare at Eng- Feasting and Festivity lish Christmas dinners among During the Christmas sea- dent winter festivals. the common people. In castle son, merry sounds, ring out, In the course of time, natu- and manor, however, a, ""•bird," pleasing sights greet the eye rally each nation developed its wasn't always -the main dish. — and tantalizing aromas nil own treasured customs in con- To the tune of the old carol, the air,.. Good food is as much nection with the Christmas "The Boar's Head, in Hand I a part of holiday tradition, as dinner, say the editors of The Bear." the boar's head, was 'bells and carols, greens and New Book of Knowledge. borne to the table in solemn gifts. procession. Then, followed oth- er courses—and. what courses! At this festive time, people Serving the "Bir«i" The most lavish of dinners us- delight in serving their fami- ually featured a boar's head. lies and. friends an abundance On American tables, the cen- of choice foods. The custom ter of attraction is usually the For a medieval feast, a typi- probably began, with the an-' cal menu included 17 matin turkey. This custom has its dishes — everything from roasted swan to a kid with a pudding in its. belly! Rread Everywhere, a widespread use of breads and pastries is customary for the Christmas feast. This has its origin, in pre- Christian and early-Christian customs of the agricultural na- tions of Eastern Europe, where peasants offered, thanksgiving for a good harvest, usually of grain, during the winter sea- son. Special holiday cakes were thought to bring good, fortune and good health... More directly connected with the religious meaning of the season is the ""Christ-bread" traditional in many countries. This is a long: cake, and its shape is meant to symbolize the Christ Child wrapped in swaddling clothes. Both mince pie and, plum pudding began as national Christmas dishes in England. Like the "Christ-bread," early mince pies were baked in sym- bolic shape — an oblong meant to represent the manger. flowing as a cheery hearth, bright 'as a. gaily-lighted 'tree - "• ChriflTTTim. are our warm-hearted and 'time to greet Did You Know? .. good friends .. * | by Delia Branson wishes for your joy and contentment at time, too, to count our Last week we gave an example this happy holiday season. We greatly enjoy blessings. One of of a school child's composition our pleasant business relations the greatest of these is written, in 1B67. 'This week, we have one written in I'M?. with you and hope that they may long the friendship of those "The funniest thing that ever whom we are privileged to serve. happened to me happened to me • continue. To you, our most grateful, thanks. on a Saturday afternoon during TO AUL» OUR THANKS .AND BEST WISHES 'the .summer of 194?.. My mother and father were having company for lunch... The temperature was between 100 and 105 as we sat WATTS down, to' the 'table. My mother DELANEVS asked me to. say the Grace:.. Being' very shy,. I told her I Sandwich Shop didn't, know what, to say, .She, in ELECTRIC Feta.ni, told me to say what I had. heard her say. I. then said: 4 Comers *'O Lord,, why did I invite these Struts Turnpike Middlebury people to dinner on this hot Middlebary .day.* " L "' Page 14-TowPropertyn Times (Watertown ,of Com.) ,the Deewibt rWatertown 81, Historical Society News watertownhistoricalsociety.org
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FOR "THE: PAST TWO years, a group of women alone with Rev. Victor toss have visited the Fairfield Stale Hospital once each month. Each 'visit is.to a different ward, it is quite a rewarding experience being so cordially greeted by the staff, and the patients seem extremely happy that someone cares enough to just come and visit them. Along on the trip they 'take with them cookies, brownies and punch,. Last year,, members of the St. George's Guild took M1DDLEBURY POLICE held their annual Christmas Party last Saturday at tbe Town Hall. the time to cover coffee cans with holiday paper and fill Him. •Bella Brasoa, Mlddlebaqr'B first palicewooian, was m hud. as were ©epartnieiit Hi»- them with homemade cookies, so that each patient had a, patcher Russell Clark and his wife, Harriet, and First Selectman and Mrs.-William Cala- Christmas gift for them personally. The thoughtful group brese. Officer Harold Anderson's wife, Sandy, was winner of the musical chair dance, one from St. George's plains to repeat this event this year. of the many dance games held during the evening. All enjoyed a delicious dinner and Saute December 18 will be (he day that this feus packing: will Clans arrived to distribute gifts. The Middlebury edition of Town Times salutes members be done. They would like anyone of "'their friends to''help of the department as 1967 draws to a close for the pride they have in tlieir town 'and" de- by' sending coffee cans and by baking cookies. For further partment, aiid for" One wonderful job they do year around. * - (Pickener Photo) in formation you nay call. Mrs. Ralph Gilnack at 758*9557. or.Mrs. Francis Stowell at 758-2636- imitation, of this.,,as the major- BIRTHS ity of carols declared the good I J Carolers tidings of great joy, and' the title of Noel, nowell or novelle, DiANGELlS — A son, Michael applied, to carols,, would seem GREASON INCJ James, Dec. 11 In Water bury Hos- to 'bear out this idea. pital to Mr. and! Mrs. Peter Dl- Were Once Angelis (Julia Sanders), Barnes Call us for your residential wiring.. For -Tbe spirit of Christmas can be estimates. Emergency repair. Commercro* Rd. Dancers turned into heartbreak: and trag- 'LYONS — A son, Jerry .Patrick, wiring. .MAKE IT ADEQUATE WIRING! Tbe first, Christmas carols edy by a. traffic accident, states Dec;. 12 in Waterbury Hospital, to the Connecticut 'Safety Com- Mr. and Mrs. Gerald Lyons (El- were danced to, according to En cy c 1 o pe d i a International mission. "Give sober thought to' merlne King), 62 Edgewood Rd., .Carolers took hands and form- the accident dangers you'mix Into 510 Main St. - OAKVILLE - Tel. 274-6461 OakvlUe.' »••. ••" ed a ring, singing as they went those Christmas cheer' drinks. PERUGIN1 — A daughter, Elena, A Lie»ni»d EUctrieal Contractor Sine. If27 1 ; round,. •' Don't risk ruining your holiday Nov. 30 to ' Waterbury Hospital Oldest of all carols, it has' season by • driving or walking to Mr. and Mrs. Bocco Perugini been, said,, was that sung by with fuzzy judgment and 'dulled (Donate Daddona), 151 Hillcrest the heavenly host when the senses. Keep the 'true Christmas - Ave., Oakvllle. birth of the Saviour was an- spirit — and yourself -- alive! nounced to' the shepherds on WARREN — A son, Mark Anthony the plains of Bethlehem. Prob- Dec. 3 in Waterbury Hospital to ably, the practice-of singing Put teetm, into' your Meas U Mr. and Mrs. .Ronald Warren carols, at Christmas arose in you want them to bite. (Larralne Yarusavage), 41 Bam- ford Ave., Oakvllle. - NEWBURY — A son, Mark Alan., ROOT& BOYD INC. Dec. 1 In Waterbury Hospital, to ' Mr. .and Mrs, .Anthony Newbury Insurance Underwriters Since-1853 (Sandra .Jones), 102 Longvlev, : Ate. ' • ' . GENERAL INSURANCE CATALINA — A daughter, Natalie .Ann,'"Dec. 8 in Waterbury Hos- REAL ESTATE pital , to Mr. and Mrs. James WAT E RTOWN: 449 Main' St. 274-2591 ' CataUna (Pamela Meserole), 183 .Alder 'St., Waterbury. Grandpar- WAT E R B U R Y: INI ew . L o c a t i on ents are Mr. and Mrs. Gilbert - 481 Meadow St. (over Nathan Hate Buick) Meserole,, Watertown, and Mr. 756-72511 • ' " and Mrs. Samuel Catallna, Wat- "erbury'.'- • . • "
_QWEN --'A daughter,, Kristin Megan, Dec, 9 In Waterbury Hos- FAIR-CREST POULTRY pital to" Mr. and Mrs. William Owen (Marlon Boni), ,49 'Cutler Knoll. FARM for; the best in farm fresh Eggs-& Poultry . , (:." GREETINGS FOR SMALL EGOS 3 doz. $1.00 CHRISTMAS TO ALL OUR BAR-B-Q'd CHICKENS FRIENDS large - hot S I #69 TUB OF FRIED CHICKEN IT'S ALWAYS BEEN OUR PLEASURE TO SERVE YOU, -$1.69 — THANKS TO YOUR LOYALTY AND GOOD W1LL._ WEfl'OPE YOUR HOLIDAY mLL BE We hope f oi»'m «ni»f Ini Take oil chicken & fisb dinners, i chicken Bn&cks...something • • JOYOUS'AS YOU CELEBRATE a,' cozy Christmo* WITH' FAMTLY AND' FRf END& with HIM* you low*. new from Fair-Crest! wtioffiliE ifciii't nniW'PHwi "" JUDGE-PIEL „ - Fair-Crest Poultry Firms Hearthstone Agency OFFICE SUPPLY .. 508 S. Main St. Thomaston 283-4902 'FOUR CORNERS " 290 W. Main St. • Open every day 9-6 - including Sunday Fridays 'till 9 p.m. - Closed Mondays MIDDLEBURY ;< MiddleburPropertyy News of the Watertown R»waHistorical, TUBS (Watflftovn, Goon.) Society, December 21, 19lff-P»g B 15 watertownhistoricalsociety.org
OFFICER JAMES SHEPARD' of the Middlebury. Police De- ' partment, recently completed a, six weeks1 course iti-pro- pecuttng attorney, ..law enforcement, at Yale 'University in New Haven. Officer Shepard, under a grant, took the course to .'better acquaint himself with modem law enforcement. The course was given to' many police officers by Circuit, Court Chief Prosecutor Arnold Markle. - MEMBERS OF THE Middleburv Senior Citizens and Retired People's Club were guests of the Middlebuiy Lions Club for their annual dinner recently with more than 70 senior citi- zens on hand. Speakers included E. Robert Stevenson, retired editor-in-chief of the ttater- '"Operation Home Town** buiy Republican-American: First Selectman William Calabrese; Lions President James Gen- \ tile: Dinner Chairman Bom Castaldo; and 'Lions District Deputy Governor Warren Sherrer. Prizes were given to the- Senior Citizens. Pictured at the head table, left to right, are: Dee. 27 At Kennedy High First Selectman Calabrese, Toastmaster Charles Delaney, President Gentile, Chaiiman Operation Hometown, designed ecutives of some 30 industrial Castaldo and Mr. Stevenson. " (Pickener Photo) to stow area college seniors that firms, 'banks, newspapers, utili- the grass Is greener In the Nau- the area. to be of German derivation. seat belts — give your family a. ties and civic groups to' discover ,, .After the opening session, stu- safe, happy holiday. gatuck Valley, will be held Wed- the -career opportunities that The introduction, of the ever- nesday, Dec. 27, starting at 9:15 dents will have an, opportunity to green Christmas tree came to exist .and are available here. visit representatives of busi- English-speaking peoples after a.m. at Kennedy High School, The event is being sponsored Joseph Highland Ave., Waterbury. . nesses which will 'be located In the marriage of Victoria of by the Chambers of Commerce' various rooms In Kennedy High England to the German prince, A mbrozaitist Ml college seniors from Water- of Waterbury, Naugatuck, and Albert. • town and surrounding area are In- School,' tor preliminary Inter- CUSTOM, Watertown-Oakvllle areas be- views. vited to' the session to meet- with cause, according to Donald, E. Christmas is a time for giving. KITCHENS personnel officers .and other ex- Here Is a suggested gift list from M1LLWORK =i Billot, Naugatuck" s chairman and, also, general chairman for -the About Trees the 'Connecticut Safety Commis- Planned - ln«toll»d program, "It is important to the sion. Give thought to a sober and FREE ESTIMATES Perhaps the most common safe holiday season — give care economy • .and continued growth use of holiday greens is seen »• ri n g & R e m o d • I i n g. of the regloa. that the young'people in, the lively,, decorated Christ- in, decorating your tree being sure Service be made aware of the outstanding mas tree found in many homes it, is fireproof « give children Qua, I i ty Wo rkman • h I p employment opportunities which at this time of year. safe toys for safe playing — give W ri Men G ua ranM* exist- here. We also want the There are many legends con- attention and courtesy to' otter 151-2545 young people to realize' the future cerning the origin of Christ- drivers and pedestrians — give of potential positions offered by mas trees. -One belief is that local firms.1'1' the first Christmas tree was a palm, tree brought from Egypt. 'The program will begin with a The 12 parts of the palm were general meel ing for .all, at which supposed to represent the "12 time leading businessmen of the apostles, according to the edi- valley will, speak, on the ad- tors of the Encyclopedia Amer- vantages of working in the valley, icana. and wtll also describe some of The use of. pine and cedar "the fringe advantages offered in. Yule trees is generally thought
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Time to wish all, of our good 'friends, and loyal, customers a. merry holiday season 'full of peace and. happiness. We extend our heartfelt thanks to you. 'and your families WHY NOT for your loyal patronage 'during' the year. DROP-IN TODAY! - Our heartfelt FIND OUT HOW LITTLE thanks! OUE BETTER INSURANCE- James E. DeWitt WILL COST GAC FINANCE CORP. lnsurance POUR CORNERS MIDDLEBURY 2.0 East Mail. St. 1388 Malm St.-Watertpwn WALLACE CLARK - 758-2456 late i bury Middlebury News • ifr-Twm. TPiMBS (Watettown,. C«nt):f Deceabiw 21.1957 Property of the Watertown Historical SocietyBarlow, Edward O Conno r and. Melvin Sutton Mrs. John Miller. (ConttnuQd From Page 1) Kitchen pauteen: Mrs. Richard McCleary, Mrs. Robert "Ttnirs- 'Church, assisted by Mrs. John watertownhistoricalsociety.orgton, Mrs. Raymond mum, Mrs. Burst, Mts. Frederick Miller, Alex Alves, Mrs. Catharine Lov-- Mrs. Martin . McGough, Mrs. rin, Mrs. Paul Palmer, Mrs. W.J. Wilhilm, Mrs. Jackson Fo- Joseph Callus, Miss Diane Cow- ley, -'Mrs. X. H. Caldwell, Mrs. perttiwalt, 'Mrs. Peter Bratstav- Alfred. lfcreney, Mrs. Robert kas, and Mrs. George Kastaer. Bedell, Miss Dinah Mills, Miss Nurses Aids: 'Mrs.. John Cas- Carol McKenna, Miss Cynthia sldy, Mrs. 'Hairy Finley, Mrs. Miller, Miss Patricia Moody and. Thomas Cartnlchael, Mrs. Wil- Pamela Pratt. bur Caney, Mrs. Harry Van Hors- ten, Mrs. David Price and Mrs. 'Edward Gloss. The «3Ky r ©f Buffalo " has 3? miles of waterfront, two-thirds Registration: Mrs. Fred Green, of which we developed. Mrs. Harold Rah, Mrs. James Gallagher, 'Mrs, 'Edward Hasan, .. Mrs. Clarice Palmer, Mrs. Kirk • ' HORTHKESTERN Klntzer, 'Mrs." William Merri- CONNECTICUT man, Mrs. William Eppehlmer, Mrs. Joseph Corcoran, Mrs. Le- APPLIANCE SERVICE man Judson andMrs.Merrltt An- ionce Repairing • dersoa. 755-9277 Transportation: " 'Mrs. Floyd
E xperience counts Wmfeftary *s first and foremost school of Beauty Culture, THE CHRlSTUdAS TREE mi 'Hie Middlebury Green Is lighted acol.ni tils year in all its splen- the 'HI. Kavula MsUtute dor, ftestover School is seen in the background, and Santa Claws* mailbox is at left Gills 'of Hair Design says — from Westover gathered around the tree' to' sing carols with members of their faculty before You can have a. Happy New going home for. the holidays. Superintendent of maintenance George Lung has the assign- Year and a happier new life, ment of putting up the 'dee each year, with assistance from Middlebury Grange and First' as a Hue well-trained hair Selectman William Calabrese. .. " • . : " {Pickenei Photo) ' stjlist. Enroll NOW fur1 Mtow Mid-Winter Tens New STuoenn accepted ivom Jan. 2 thru Jon* 10 REGISTER EARLY' 'Call '756-7836' Fair Informotion and Free Catalogs
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CHRISTMAS WORKSHOPS Dec. 13, 14 and..13 at tlie three Middlebury Schools were attend- - ed by more than 300 children. Mrs.. Marilyn Bel den, above, center, planned and supervised the workshops, 'from which the children took home a 'Christmas decoration of their own mak- ing. During the afternoon Mrs. Belden taught the children' sun. elf dance and told Christmas stories. The children sang carols and were served punch and: cookies. Some parents and teachers were on hand, to aid in the event. * .. {Pickener Photo) bowl attests, favorite bever- '•Peace on earth toward men of Toasting the Holiday ages and friendly toasts, go good will." This is the true spirit As ..today's'punch or eggnog along with the good cheer and of Christmas, states" the Con- good feasting of the holiday. necticut .Safety Commission. Not It mil 'began with, the English , ""wassail" bowl. The "wassail, si the lights, the fanfare, the gain- SUBURBAN holiday beverage of medieval ing of material things, the par- times, was served hot in a large ties, the heavy imbiding. Now Is MIDDLEBURY bowl, and it was compounded the time we must, assume our of ale, apples, eggs, sugar and -moral, responsibility tor our own WANTED 'spices. safety and the .safety of others. - More • The nante comes from "Was There Is no better my to' show Halle,"" a Saxon, greeting which Homes To Sell means, "Your .health.."1 Gradu- our . "good will toward men" ally, .the word, "wassailing'"* be- than to' 'Conduct ourselves safely Also Building ''Lots & gan to' mean any < kind of and sanely on streets and high- Acreage Christmas revelry accompa- ways. Preserving human lives is If you am ' considering nied 'by a festive beverage. the' true spirit of Christmas. inf, "Call this active agency to Jay. No obliga* 'lion on your port' to hove its give you -'a free ap- Tranquillity Poultry Farm! praisal -'fit the current market value of your prop* erty.' CHRISTMAS SPECIALS! f 1 TwftlfS CMAMl to special ordV in the Farm Kitchen. We're sending you a package of HEARTHSTONE [Cooking order, will be futtVmt--wmti 1 6:30 PM, Fri. D«c. 22,1 good wishes, bfimming with cheery greetings . AGENCY [or until our cooking ichwkil* is filled- Reserve yours now!I 1 Four Comers lUdJIekwiy VlSit Ifet' Flffil IltdM; and Salesroom, or call 758-2965,^ for a worm and wonderful Yuletide, CALL Jfor yawr Christinas Turkey-C«otted to 'Order;,, or Fresh ftws-|f plus our many thanks for your WALLACE CLARK |en Ready to Cook at' home-or for other Tranquillity Sp«-«. loyarty and patronage throughout lie year. Mcialties. • . 2 . 758-2454 j| HtMt DtlWtfy of Christmas orders will be on Fri., Dec* Mi. Ildiaid J. CastaUo |22. Form Salesroom on Route 64 at Tranquillity Road will! 758-9294 I remain open unti I 6:30 P.M. on Dec. 22 and: until 5t00 'P.M. i White's Power Mower &. Mm.. C.W. Mellete ^on Sat. Dec. 23. Sorry, closed all Jay December 24 ond .- Sal«& Service 758-9325 • ; I Christmas Day. L Mrs. Leans FOM 690 mm st. ..'7M441-* _ MERRY CHRISTMAS TO ALL! ! Oakville *•••''i**W Property of the Watertown Historical Society •Town Times (Watertown, 'Com.), December 21, H67-Page 17 Table grapes, grown tor eating *? -Traffic Study do not. produce good wine. watertownhistoricalsociety.org(Continued From Pag* 1) ed 'to reduce 'the congestion and hazards at various 'Intersections along Main St. .and selected oth- er locations Is progressing wry well. Norman Abend, traffic engin- eering' consultant, 'In, coordina- tion with Patrolman. James Crowe of the Watertown Police Depart- ment, Is directing' this effort with the help of 1.2 students from Watertown High School. 'The stu- dents are employed by 'the town to make various 'types of counts •and collect data on, turning' move- ments at the critical intersec- tions. 'Their work was started last week and will continue through, this week. Subsequent- ly, when all 'the information Is Merry Christmas gathered, specific designs will be to our customers made for improving the traffic flow at 'the critical, points on and friend's... Main St. ANNS Mr. Muglia said, it is expected that 'the solutions will be pre- BEAUTY SALON pared by late winter and that, 23 Candee Hill Rd. steps to implement them will 'be Watertown undertaken in. 'the spring. It; "\
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MORE THAN 600. residents 'turned out Dec. 15 for ttie annual Christmas Concert given, by pupils ol Memorial School, under'the supervision of Mr. Kuhner. Top photo shows members of the Glee' Club, and bottom photo members of the 'band, with Mr. Kuhner directing both 6 WESSON groups. The director pointed out that some of the children, in toe band have been playing, musical instruments only six months, and ail were impressed with •their ability. Following o Carefree Heat the concert refreshments were served by the Middlebury PTO. (Pickener Photos) z Keeps it-that way Mtddlebury. Indian 'Guides are a z YMCA sponsored program, de- Phone 756-7041 Anytime Indian Winter Olympics signed to foster companionship 'between, father and son. Anyone L BURNER SERVICE FURNACE CLEANING Interested to additional Informa- Scheduled Here Dec. 28 tion should contact Dick Davis, 'The "Y" Indian Guides will pects 200 to' 250 Dads and. their Youth Director, Waterbury •conduct tte Indian Winter Olym- sons from, area tribes to be com- YMCA, 754-2181.,"' pics on, Thursday December 28 peting for the many prizes. at. the Hemlnway Park School The Mataucha, Longhouse con- Put teeth Into your Ideas, if Gymnasium for all members of sists of 'tribes in Waterbury, Wa- you want them to bite, • 'the Mataucha Long House. OakviUe, Woodbury .and 'The Indian Olympics consist of'many games of skill such as archery, bean bag toss,, 'basket ball shoot, dart throwing, fish- Ing derby, feather dancing and many other games In which the Fathers and sons will compete. Prizes will, 'be awarded tor 'the highest, scores by age group. George Brown, chief of the Peuqabuck tribe, which Is spon- soring the Olympics, said that this Is one of the most 'papular' Indian Guides events. Brown ex-
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Servicemen's) of the Marine Corps serve" to' cal conditioning and survival, polish 'the new Marine's recruit '.technique's, .both at sea and a- • ' Corner education and prepare 'him to shore, ' to develop self-confi- '• U.S. ARMY, VIETNAM —Army Join 'the' Marine combat forces. * dence - and ' endurance. Marks- • First Lieutenant Peter A. Kacer- manship with, the M-14 rtne and' guls,' 23, son of Mr. and, Mrs. .. .PASS'S ISLAND, S.C. — Marinet 45-callber 'pistol, are equally 58' D«Forest St. stressed, and close order drill -Jk- Edward A. Kacergnls, 'Crane Privates Laden R. LeMay,sonof ^ (iraxt.M Town Hall) " Hollow Road, Bethlehem, arrived - Mr. and Mrs. Henry J. LeMay of Instills 'the traditions of Marine Post Office Drug Stor274-881e6 ".in, Vietnam 'Oct. 22, with, 'his unlti 116 Davis St., and Adam G. Wig-Corps/teamwork. . the SO3rd Infantry's- 3rd Battalion. gins, son of Mrs. Ruth, Wiggins ' A thorough study of basic mili- " TUe battalion, which was formed, of.. 50 Earle Ave., both of Oak- tary subjects, hygiene, first aic at Ft. Bragg, NX., 'has. Joined- ville, were graduated 'from eight and sanitation, and 'the customs, the 173rd Airborne Brigade near weeks of recruit training at the courtesies, history and 'mission, An KM. . ''Marine. Corps Recruit Depot here.. of the Marine. Corps serve to polish 'the' new Marine's recruit Prior to arriving In the country, They will 'now undergo from two ..to 'four weeks of Individual com- education and prepare him toJoi n the paratroopers received In- the Marine combat forces. " tensive training in helicopter as- bat training and then, after leave at 'home, will report to 'their CHRISTMAS saults, weapons firing and field, Exporting wool, 'from England maneuvers. first Marine' Corps assignment. "The lntesified Marine 'recruit was, prohibited by law 'from 1600 'Lt. Kacerguls is a platoon leader to' 1825. to. the 'battalion's Company D. training emphasizes rigid, physi- WISHES CAMP " SPRINGS, MX>. — Ser- geant Barry W, Maxwell, whose are like old mother, Mrs. Edgar M. Koch, lives on Washington Road, Wood- ornaments... bury, 'has "received the U. Sw '.. .Air Force Commendation Medal at,.Andrews AFB, Md. Sergeant Maxwell was decor- ated for meritorious service as 'They've been used before. a security poliqeman at 'Tan 'Son A fuzzy Santa from the ' Nhut AB, Vietnam. He was cited year "baby"* was two . . .. tor his outstanding professional * a silk covered apple ' skill, knowledge and leadership Grandma, made to weight which contributed to the success •down a limb at not-so- of "tils unit's mission in Southeast silver>any-niorc horn that Asia. used In toot "til the year The sergeant is now at Andrews 1 the puppy pulled the . as a member of Headquarters tree ever. Command. A 1961 graduate of Woodbury So, like the treasured old.ornaments, let us High School, he attended,, the Uni- unwrap again the oft-repeated phrases that are versity off Connecticut. the essence of the Christmas celebration . . ,., PARRIS ISLAND, S.C. — 'Marine' Private Gerald E, Meskun,sonof Mrs. Florence Donlay of Kasson Grove, Bethlehem, was graduated from eight weeksof recruit train- ing at the Marine' Corps Recruit" Depot, tore.' OLD-FASHIONED He 'will now undergo from two to four weeks of Individual combat training' and then, after leave at '' \J\J&»JU&&' home, will report to Ms first Marine Corps assignment. v With thanks for your many iavors end "He. Intensified 'Marine recruit 'training' emphasized rigid physi- friendship, we extend our heartfelt wishes cal conditioning and survival that your holidays may be rich techniques, both at sea and in, the joys of a real, old-fashioned Christmas. ashore, to' develop self-confi- dence and endurance. Marksman- , ship with the M-14 rifle and 45-' caliber pistol are equally Bradshaw, Inc. stressed, and close order drill.. instills 'the 'traditions, of Marine . Your Authorized Run bier Dealer Corps teamwork. NAUGATUCK OAKVILLE - A thorough study of 'basic mili- 554 HaUi St. IIS-Chen* Street Watertown Ave. tary subjects, hygiene, first aid Oakville and sanitation, and the NWtom,%, courtesies* -history and mission Times (Waterto'WB,,, pom.). Decanter 21,1967-Paga 19 their accounts'.,, properly attest- Propertyed, withi ofn sai d the'time., will to Watertown de- HistoricalODD JOBS, residential chim Society- EKL JEWELER S Yule'Greens barred a recovery. All persons neys cleaned. Call 2?4->3527> EXPECT WATCH It CLOCK indebted, to' said. Estate are re- REPAIRING — Guaranteed Set Scene quested to make Immediate pay- .REWEAVING: Moth holes SPARE TIME INCOME Workmanship. watertownhistoricalsociety.orgment to •and bums invisibly rewoven Refilling and collecting mon- For Festivity Ida M. Lukosavage or mended. Davidson's, 274*' ey from NEW TYPE high WANTED Executrix - 2222. quality coin operated dis- From, the welcoming wreath £ark fioad, ASSEMBLYMEN on the door to the Christmas pensers in this area. No tree glowing with lights, and Watertown, Conn. 1 selling. To qualify you must Per 'Order of Court, FOR YOUR BEST BUYS in, OPERATORS FIR bedecked with packages, from, carpeting, see our ' large have car, references, $600' to the cheery poinsettia plant on Attest: $2,900 cash. Seven, to 12 Millers Lathe* the mantel or table to 'Che sprig Joseph M, Navin, Judge stock, of Mill. Ends and Rem- nants from, America's Best hours weekly can, net excel- Planers Grinltti of mistletoe' 'with Its promises TT 12-21-67 lent income. More full time. of kisses and laughter, greens Known Carpet Mills. Savings Baring Mills and. plants set the scene for Solvent Notice from 1/4 to 1/3. Many large For personal interview write holiday enjoyment. District of Watertown ss. enough for wall-to-wall in- P.O. BOX " 4,185, PITTS* for Night Shift Many of the greens now used Probate Court, November 27, stallation. HOUSATONIC BURGH. PA. 15202. Include ,5 PM 'to 3:30' AM lor Christmas decorations phone number. 1987. VALLEY RUG SHOP, Corn- Monrfoy thru Friday' once adorned, pagan rites,, and Estate Of HARRY A. BENG- wall Bridge, Conn. Tel. 2Q3- were credited by the ancients STON, late of Watertown, In said WANTED: Engineering assis- with certain 'mystical, powers 572-6134. tant with experience in. sur- Same Openings on Bay Shift and, virtues. district, 'deceased. The Court of Probate for the veying, and construction in- STEADY EMPLOYMENT Today, using greens has be- ERNIE'S AUTO 'BODY' WORK, spection, for general water come holiday custom, regard- district of Watertown hath limited, One of the most completely HIGH. FRINGE BENEFITS and. allowed six months from, and sewer installations, less of religious or symbolic equipped Paint and. Body maintenance and administra- THE HALLDEN MACHINE significance. date hereof, for the creditors of Shops in Connecticut. Wheel- COMPANY said Estate to exhibit their tion. Applications available LITTLE FOLK FRANCE Alignment and Balancing. at Watertown Fire District, Thorn as ton, c claims for settlement. Those who 1,41 Meriden Rd., Waterbury. For Icelander's, Christmas " neglect, to present their accounts, • 2,4 DeForest St., Watertown. Apply in Person Eve is the ...holiest night of the properly attested,,, within, said- the holiday season. time, will 'be debarred a recov- FOR RENT: Sanders. Polish- FOR SALE: New flute and, Weekdays 8-4 Tradition says, however,, that ery. All persons indebted: to' said er's, Power Tools, Chain clarinet. Fifty per cent dis- Saturdays 8-12 many years- ago elves, dwarfs Saws, ' Ladders, Plumbing: Estate are requested to make count. Call, 274-5212, Antonio An Equal, Opportunity and, other little folks pranced immediate! payment "to Tools, 101 rental tools for Falleria. and, danced, about- the streets The Waterbury National Bank home owners. on the night before Christmas. Waterbury, Connecticut Watertown Building Supply Per Order of Court, 56 Echo -Lake Rd. 274-2555' Attest: Joseph M. Navine, Judge TT 12-21-67 CARPENTER AND MASON WORM., reasonable. Building, .Solvent 'Notice repairing. Free estimate, Tel. District of Watertown ss. Pro- 274-8397. bate, Court, .December 18,1967. Estate' of PAULINE PENON- CLASSIFIED CELLO, late of Watertown, in FOR SALE: 1966 Mustang, said district, deceased,.. Silver Blue, 289 V-8, stick The Court of Probate for the shift. One owner. 11,000 'district of Watertown hath 'lim- LOST: Thorn aston Savings miles. Phone 757-0721 be- ited, and allowed three months "Bank Book No. W 8744,. Pay- fore 5. 258-1006 after 5. . from date hereof, for .the cred- ment applied foi John J. itors of said. Estate to exhibit O'Reilly, trustee for John, 'their claims for settlement. G. O'Reilly. "Furnace Cleaning Those who neglect to' present, Our Specialty" OIL BURNER SERVICE 'their accounts,, properly' attest-' GENERAL ELECTRIC Heat- State License^ ed, within said time, will be de- ing* Hot Water, Warm Air and barred, a recovery. All, persons Air Conditioning. WESSON WRENN'S indebted to said Estate are re- HEATING C'«RP.. Waterbury Oil Service , . quested to make immediate pay- 263-34191 274-50U ment to' Tel. 628-4711. Miss Helen Penoncello Justsarrived/at Chintz '"N" Administratrix s MRS. PERKINS J the cheery sounds of Christmas 15 .Arcadia Avenue Prints «f—jrewtown, an, enor- mous number of Decorator 014 Fashioned carry with them the warmest joys, amd thanks Oakville, Conn. to you, our good' friends and customers. Per Order of Court, Slipcover Drapery and Up- HARD CANDY Attest: holstery Fabrics at enormous available at Bergantino's Joseph M. Navln, Judge savings.. South Main St. (Rt. Hosking's "Red "FT 12-21-67 25) Newtown, Conn. ' Store W Partor Si. Watortown will be closed, Friday and MUSIC CITY Saturday, June 9 and io. 681 Mail, St.. latettown Solvent Notice • THINK OF FLOORS District of Watertown ss. . NEW MAGNUS ORGANS with THINK OF Probate 'Court, December 18,, 1,2 chord, buttons and 37 1987. MURRAY LOGAN tr\ My best Estate Of JOHN N. LUKOSAV- keys, plus free music book, FLOOR COVERINGS AGE, latei of Watertown,, in said only $2:9.95. Lou Jan, Music 638 E. Main,. 7 56-8863 -district, 'deceased,. Co., 164 Main St., Oakville. 'The Court of Probate for the 274-4167,. district of Watertown hath* lim- Suggestion/ ited and allowed three months from date hereof, for the cred- itors of said Estate to exhibit their claims for settlement. Those who neglect to present. 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**<»•»»••.•.-• Toim Times (Watertpwn. Com.), December 21. IW-Fage 21 Property of the Watertownpageant at > services, at 1.0 ajm . Historicalcalling 266-7210. SocietyJohnson Bros., with its proprie - .. ."The midnight Communion Announcement has been made of tor, Town Treasurer Henry A. service with staging' of carols, 'the closing on Dec. 31 of one of Johnson, to" retire.. .The build- BETHLEHEM NEWS will start at 11:30 p.m., and on 'Bethlehem's grocery stores.., (Continued On Page' 22) •y Paul Johnsowatertownhistoricalsociety.orgn Christmas Day 'there.'will be a 9 a.m. communion service. Bethlehem Federated. Church As; - another Christmas ap- Consolidated School will close 'holds a church school Christmas proaches, residents -of "Con- Friday at i p,.m. for the Christ- program, and a family night sup- necticut's Christinas Town'*'will mas vacation.... All kindergarten per to' te served at 5 p.m. In tarn to church services and ac- children, will attend the morning Bellamy Hall. Saturday.... .Beth- tivities which will mark the oc- session so 'they may participate lehem, Wildlife and Conserva- casion In traditional manner.... in the Christmas program.... tion Club is continuing a pro- At 'the Bethlehem Post Office, Teachers of the school have con- gram of past years by offering' where thou.san.ds of visitors have tributed cost of a film, "Moon •residents free cracked, corn to' arrived during' 'the past several Pilot," to' be' shown, at the school be' used, in the feeding of game weeks bearing stacks of cards.,, party, - while .Principal Frank birds.,. .The corn is aw all able 'the thumping sound, resulting Samuelson has obtained a strip at 'the home of Charles S. Wood- from their application of Beth- of cartoons for the younger set ward, 'With, folks Who wish a, lehem cachets- to season's greet- .. .The school has 'been the scene supply asked to' bring a container ings begins to dwindle.. .Reports * •of 'two Christmas concerts 'this for the grain.,. .Town Planning of the quantity of mail handled year,.. .On Saturday eve 'the Beth- Commission held a. public hear- this season, are not as yet avail- lehem Chorale presented" their ing 'Tuesday eve on an applica- able, 'but latest figures showed annual Christmas offering'before tion for re-subdivision of land 'the total ahead of 'last year. an appreciative audience and on of George and Arlene Tamer 'The town center' has presented Wednesday the school pupils pre- on Flanders Rd. an unusually attractive appear- sented their concert with a pag- Bethlehem pre-schoolers be- ance 'this season,,. In the opinion eant, '"'The Trouble with "Christ- tween ages of two and three years of most residents.. ...Town of- mas" as a feature.. .The pro- will have an opportunity to' par- ficials, and selectmen have ex- duction was directed by Ronald ticipate in a pre-school hearing pressed appreciation of the help R'jsso and, members of the PTO screening at Bellamy Hall Jan.. 4 -of the YPF of 'the Federated. attended, since the concert 'from, 9:30 to 11:30 a.m....The 'Church, who decorated the town, 'formed program of their monthly free screening will 'be' done by office building and whose work meeting. George Clinton,. Audibmetrist of With grateful thanks to our friends has attracted much attention...... Communion services to' mark the Conn. State Dept. of Health, for the pleasure and privilege of serving you., Volunteers ' from Bethlehem .St.. Thomas Day are 'being' held, and the program . is* sponsored Grange., 'the fire department and 'this 'Thursday In Christ Church 'by 'the Morris-Bethlehem 'Public the YPF erected 'the creche on at 9 a.m. and 5:30 p.m...On Health Nursing Service.. .Per- Emirs Jewelers the.'village green and 'decorated Sunday a Com munion.ser vice will sons who wish further informa- 7§9 Maim. St. the community Christmas tree... 'be held at 8 a.m.,., with 'the chil- tion are Invited, 'to contact office Watertown Grange' 'volunteers also worked at dren's Christmas service 'and •of the public health service by Memorial Hall Sunday where they X. welcomed visitors to town with. " | cards to 'be mailed.... .Cachets were made1 available to the visi- tors, and the Grangers made a pre -sorting of the cards and de- livered-them, to' the post.. office. Cadet Scouts opened a tempor- ary stand adjacent to' the post of- fice where they provided free cof- fee to' postal patrons...A sale .by Catholic Women of Bethlehem was held 'in a garage adjacent to the post office on 'both Saturday and .Sunday...... 'The Catch 'and Ma- drigal Singer's, widely known In the area,, presented a Christmas program 'in 'the Federated Church Sunday afternoon open to attend- ance of residents, and of visitors to the c o m, m u n 11 y..... Town churches contributed to the scene by some attractive Christmas lighting effects... Christmas party of .Cub Pack 459 for Cub Scouts and. their families will 'be held this Thurs- day at 7:30' p.m. to the Con- solidated School gymnasium... A' grab bag is to 'be' a feature .and each Cub should bring a present tor .11...... Parents wish- ing younger brothers and sisters to participate should bring pres- ents labeled with nam.es of the children for whom they are In- this splendid time of the year, we hope you and your family are rejoicing for all the beautiful, things that, Christmas brings. We rejoice in your good, will. It is gratifying to serve you, and, hope we
Astac'Ung.'MI'O'f can continue to do so. I goodies Is what Plf flCIIiiy rawiw^ww lor being such steadfast friends. .Merry Christmas!
MIKE'S COFFEE WATERTOWN BUILDING SUPPLY SHOP 56 Echo Lake Rd. Watertown .Main Street Watertown 274-2555 Page 22-Towi Times (Watertown. Conn.), December 21,196? Property of the Watertown HistoricalWHERE **'X.ntAS"*. BEGAN Societyoften, used .as. a holy symbol :1s. regarded as likely tob e visited E verytning for 'the children's "Xmas," BOW generally con- in the early Christian, church - Bethlehem much "more infrequently by town dream! • sidered poor usage'as an ab- "X," .to Greek, is the first let- (Comttaiied Prom Page 211 residents.. .The "center of H yams were sung by everyone, breviation for 'Christmas, was ter of Christ's name. Ing-housing the 'business has been town" as. people have been ac- E choing loudly their Joy and "sold and will continue to' to used,watertownhistoricalsociety.orgcustomed to describe the area, of •fun. for commercial 'purposes, but fte village' green, has shifted, sev- M en-in-ient was ."the theme on This '(tot as a grocery outlet. eral, times. In town history, with. caU, the area of the Kasson school CHRISTMAS The business was opened about |1|; 40 years ago by the late 'Dr. and near 'the present: home of Richard •P Urn Th© Red. Balloon" en- Give Your Child A Hunt once having 'been described joyed by all. Mrs. Edward Osborne and has 1 'had an important part in the Beth- .as"the "town, center..." In a red Engine., St. Mick came, GIFT TO LAST A LIFETIME! lehem scene since Its-start... .Appreciation : to Bethlehem R ed .suit, sack, and many a game Like, many rural stores' It "'has Firemen for their Christmas E veryone cheered Ms HO!: HO! Better served somewhat as a center .party at which hundreds of town. HOI SPEECH- VOICE - POISE - EXPRESSION where news of community ac- youngsters were entertained, :1s tivities was 'always available 'and . expressed by parents, wtthone of D ad's were"coaxed, — "Let's go, Miss Mori no life Where folks stopped" to' visit .and 'the mothers contributing 'the fol- Let's go". Offers A New 'Series of Classes In The to' receive news of the day.. lowing' verse: E very child a gift did receive, P aused tor refreshments., then "Doc" Osborne, win was 'known B ays and girls from all around, 1 DRAMATIC ARTS throughout the county as. a vet- E ager to the party 'bound. '"'Time to leave" erinarian; and homespun humor- T 'He Firemen's plans were made T hank you Firemen — from our • Winter Tem Commences January 5th Boys and G»'!• — Teem - Adult* tool ist, presided at gatherings of In care. town. 1 townsfolk during early days of H oliday cheer was'"'filling 'the Registration: Wed . Jan 3 - 3 p.m. For In form of ion Contact: the establishment, with regular air. The first Ice cream, cone was Coo to lido ted School . Marino Kate originated at 'the St. Louis Ex- Poverty RdU, Soirihbury ' OM Wawrbury Rd.. Saathbury attendants at the conversation L ittle cakes, punch and. ice . , Clone* held in Soirthbiiiy. Woedbuty. O»ferd sessions described by "Doc*' as cream — ' . position in. 1904... - flu "Lion Turners Club." The business was purchased by the Johnson Brothers, Henry and Earl, In 1931...Earl 'became Bethlehem ' postmaster shortly thereafter and 'the post office was moved into space adjoining -the 'grocery operation. ..It was here that the mailing: tradition of Connecticut's Christens town began to grow with introduction 'by the Postmaster of the cachets which have served to attract Mks from." near and far to Beth- lehem each Christmas season.,. 'The past office has since moved to more modern quarters but did not do. so without some nostalgic expressions from, residents. Henry Johnson, who continued to operate 'the grocery, became Town Treasurer, and as a re- ' suit a considerable amount of town business has -been directed to the store. As location of the post 'Office .and. as a. result of the Christmas card mailing cus- tom, the enterprise Is 'known to many thousands of ' Connecticut residents .'""I'll miss seeing all the people," is the comment of the town treasurer to" announc- ing 'his retirement from, business...... To. many residents the closing brings an awareness of 'the fast -developing changes, even at a local level. Some observers of "the local scene are com in anting upon the gradual, shift of the "town cen- ter'" In a southerly direction, with the move being accentuated by the closing. of the store,.,. Moving' of the .post office to the lower . end of Main St. and with, most 'business concentrated there sftrjey, Ip the area, north of the village green and love if this Christmas , season, radiate their . - blessings upon all, we sincerely wish our good friends in tie community a holiday filled with life's' ' most trecLSured gifts.
appy vinrist mas May all the joys of the - season be yours in grmai 'abundance! Timor's Oakville Division Baiter Shop
- Watertown Scovill Manufacturing Company — Closed — Tuesday, Dec. 26th & Tuesday, Jan. 2nd OAKVILLE CONNECTICUT Town Times (Watertown,' Gom.). December 21, 1967-Page'23 Charles Gaiatore.se, Jr., son ber of Tan "Kappa EpstLon Fra- Property of the Watertown HistoricalM Mr. and Mrs. Charles Cala -Societyternity at the Universit y of Con- Carol Me Lore And Legend Express brese, 148' Belden St., recently necticut, Starrs. He :1s a Junior Tongu&Twisier Huppy Mood Of Season was Initiated as, am active mem- majoring In marketing. "On the first day of watertownhistoricalsociety.orgFrom home to home, from stores employ elderly men who Christmas, my true love country to country. Yule .cele- are specially costumed, for the •sent to me a partridge in a brations abound. 'The happy- season. Just like Santa Claus, pear tree." traditions of gift giving, home San Tan You Lin, is present So lqegixis. ""The Twelve decorating, carol singing, card for the purpose of holding the Days of Christmas," a,, tra- sending, candle lighting and youngsters on his knee and, ditional and favorite song tree trimming express the listening to their requests for of the holiday season. The merriment of the season. gifts. 'ballad tells the story of the Popular folk custms of na- gifts a lover sends to his tion, after nation, have been Lup Mail Cliarma lady on each of the 12 days absorbed. Into the internation- In ancient Germany, the from. Christmas to 'Epiph- al legend and lore of the Yule- 'Yule log was known as the any. tide. Yet virtually every nation, "Christbrand." One belief held The first gift, a partridge — and every home and family. that if the charred log was in a pear tree, may have too —''has its special way of placed in. a cornbin, it would been inspired by an old celebrating Christmas, and, itsact as a charm to ward off drinking song, *'A Pie sat on special memories of Christ- mice. lie ring out with a Pear Tree," say the editors mas past. If the • weather turned, motes of good cheer of The New Book of Knowl- stormy, the Christbrand was edge. Carrying In Straw quickly brought back to the to you and yours As a ballad, "The 'Twelve Straw "is a traditional part fire. While it burned, supersti- this Christmas season. Days of Christmas'* is an of Christmas celebrations in tion, .said, the house was safe example of the "number Sweden — in. probable remem- from lightning. You've brought us chain formula"' in folk brance of the first Christmas Going "Mumming" a happy year, through songs. As a carol, it is of when, there was straw in the manger. "Humming" is a Yule cus- your patronage and the type that marked the tom that originated in early change'from formal 'hymns While "carrying in the good will. Our deepest in 'Latin to musical poems Christmas straw" is a, tradi- England. Mummers, .masked, and. in costume, silenily en- appreciation, is yoms. in the vernacular of the tion rather than a modern cus- acted, ritual plays about the people. tom, Swedish, people still makedeath of 'winter and. the old The song can be sung in straw and, wooden figures to year. a variety of ways. In Great hang on their Christmas trees. 'The custom still survives in Britain and the United "Sam Tan Lou Yin" some parts of the world, al- States, it often1 , becomes a though the plays are no longer game song in which' each In Hong Kong, Santa Claus performed. Today mummers The Art Shoppe .person,, following a leader • goes by the name of "San 'Tan,usually entertain with dancing ir. repetitions, must pay a •'You Lin." and instrumental music. 'They 89 Main St. Thorn as ton forfeit if he misses a Line. The Hong Kong department .are rewarded with treats. Sometimes the descriptions of the gifts turn, into mouth- defying tongue twisters!
Marzipan. Has Sweet Story • Sweet is the history "of mar-, zipan, a confection that is usu- ally thought of as a Christmas candy, Today, it is still being made with the same kind of ingredients as those used hun- dreds of years ago. It consists of freshly ground almonds made into a' paste, whole eggs or whites of eggs, sugar, syrup and flavoring. Sometimes honey Ls added. There are many legends con- cerning the word, "marzipan," says the Candy, Chocolate and Confectionery institute. One old tale attributes it to the bread eaten by St., Mark in the desert — "Marci panis," the bread, of Marcus. Records • show that Bartulo- me Scappi, secret cook to Pope Pius V, made marzipan with the ingredients now found in modern recipes for the candy.
•THE • BASKET BARN and good 139 Grove St. Thorn as ton ' Gifts in Basketry Until Christmas: Open, ••"til. 9 p.m. TUPS, thru Saturday
AUTHORIZED - .SERVICE DEALER 11 the Yuletide, one of for our greatest pleasures is M«ta-Mow«r * L own-Boy to greet our many good' TllloHon Cnrb Hoffco Chain Saws friends with worm wishes Botans Tractor*, Cardan Equipment for a season rich in Yordman Equipment Lombard Chain Saws the quiet peace of a winter SMOW-BtRD EHOMES • landscape.. .the Biriggis A SfroHon jubilant joy of a ringing Louton Powar Product! Low con • KohUr - Clinton . bell. And may all the A CompUt. Lina of 10,000 happiness of Christmas be yours. Parti and A,c.c«ssatlas Carried far tha abova aquipmant Also For Many 0*«r Mahas WHITE'S The Colonial Bank and Trust Company POWER MOWER SALES Si SERVICE Watarbwy Cfiashii* Naugatuck Southbury Tfcomaston 114 Main Street, OakvUle ' »«*'—-, •• - - Woken Woodbury 274-2213 wo in i own Wallingford Page 24--Town Times (Watertown, Conn.), December 21,, 1967 ; just can't seem to remember . ers of healing. Romans thought Property of the Watertownthe group ' 'sajtaK. "Santa' s Historicalthe whole list and. Its. order, s o Societythat enemies who me t beneath -packing his sleigh, and • he's consequently -they drop out,, the mistletoe must. kiss, and When Christmas Groups bringing a toy dog." ' • until only one is. .left. declare a day's truce. .. 'Then, each person repeats the sentence, adding another Today, kissing 'beneath the watertownhistoricalsociety.orggift to Santa's sleigh, The ob- "Ki sses Arc N u mbe red mistletoe remains a happy Gather..It's Game Time ject of the game Is to repeat holiday .custom, Correct pro- team. and. .then passed on to correctly, in order, the com- By Mistletoe Berries cedure is that a berry must be 'Everyone's a child at Christ- the "actor," From" here on, it's plete'list of gifts in Santa, s Mistletoe• figures 'in many removed, for every kiss, taken, mas time, and that's why his job to see how quickly he sleigh,—,and it's harder than, legends from pre-Christian. and when, all the berries are there's" nothing as much fun can. get his teammates to guess it .sounds. • ' tim.es, Druid tree-worshippers gone, there are no more kisses when f aiftlly and friends gath- available. er as game-playing, Since what he is acting out. As the list gets, longer and believed it had magical pow- -Christmas groups usually in- -The Night Before' Christ- longer, more and more players - - :lude both children and adults. mas," "Jingle, 'Bells," "A Par- ?ames that both can enjoy arc tridge in a, .Pear Tree," and 'best. •' • •"Pilling the Christinas Stock- The following gam.es can be ing" are just some,of the many, -played with no special equip- many subjects that "can. be ment, other than that on used. • hand. Word •.Play.. . . ' , 'Charades . . . A popular pencil-and-paper Christmas charad.es is a game is called " "word play." lively game that the . whole , The object of the game' is to family will enjoy. see how many words can be Divide the group into two made from. a. phrase such as teams. Individual members of ""Merry Christmas to All." A teams are then called upon to time limit is set, and. the rule " act out" a word, character, is that no" letter can be used in phrase, "scene or situation — any word more often than, it and since it's Christmas,- all appears in the phrase. the' charades should have In other" words, words made Christmas overtones. from. "Merry Christmas to All" can include no more than, one Subjects are* supplied on a "e," "1" or "o," while they could" slip of paper by- the opposing .contain as many as two "m's" •'or •••three r's." Since word play "involves Stocking, Up competition among its players, - it's advisable to' allow the chil- - Starts With Santa. dren to compete against one another, while the adults bat- tle it out among thems*';|t""*s. Santa's Sleigh ...... ° "Santa's Packing His Sleigh"1 : is a quiet Christmas game that "provides fun and hearty laughter. It starts' simply enough with one member of
R. J. Black & son, inc." .Santa Claus, envisioned to-" SALES & SERVICE day as a jolly, cheerful man with an affinity for children, Wotef 'Pumps,. Water Softener* was a romanticist too, accord- Thom.a«ton - Rd. Tel: 27.4-1853 ing to. legend. Wat •Mown, Conn* The first Santa Claus, St. Nicholas, -started the custom of hanging, stockings by the chimney when his r-o.rnan.tic heart' was touched, and he gifted a bankrupt merchant's three marriageable- daughters, with gold for their dowries, r Desiring anonymity, he. for all your ..tossed the'three bags ' of gold residential or " .. through the window, or, as some tell it, down the chimney. c o m m e r c i a I " n eed s One of the'bags landed in a, slocking which had been hung, up to dry on the mantelpiece. PAR GLASS Hanging up .stockings thus '764 Main St. Our warmest wishes to you and your family for a became part of. the holiday Oak villa 274-2151 ritual. holiday season that's brimming with glad times .. and good, fellowship. May your blessings be many, enriching your days and bringing you joy. CHRISTMASTIME DRUG CITY
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wormest We will he closed all day on Christmas Dai thanks to you, "with the wish that this Thank you for your meirjr se««» will' bring patronage during this - with it a past f tar... sleigh-full of joys ond bright We resolve to merit Christmas Cheer... four confidence and patronage irihe year to come. FHAX FITZMAl'MCEA JOE CIKWAVSKY Dependable Prescription Service Cha.se Parkway*Garage " Your authorized SAAB dealer AGENCY Struts Turnpike YOUR FRIENDLY iatertown Town Times (Watertown, Conn.), December 21,1967-Page Property of the Watertown Historicalremembered .and represented, SocietyMore than 50,000 caroler s par- Santa Sets Up • with beautiful Nativity scenes ticipate, under the guidance of Illumined by a lighted star. the St. Louis Christmas Carols association, established half a Shop Far YULE SERENADE century ago. Voluntary contri- watertownhistoricalsociety.orgSerenading their neighbors butions to the carolers are with carols Is a community used to help handicapped and From Home underprivileged children. Thousands, of children ac- enterprise in St. Louis," Mo.. tually get to see Santa, at work every year. And, they don't Elegant dining in a even have to travel to the North Pole! The lucky youngsters are charming atmosphere... visitors to two "outposts" of Santa's, workshop, located in 'Wilmington, N, Y., and Tor- rington, Conn. In either loca- Make a date to Join tion, visitors may view Santa, us for lunch, dinner or and his helpers as they make toys and other gifts. cocktails, soon.... .We " S a n t a" s W o r k, s h o p " o r have an, exciting menu... "North Pole, on the side of dinner music by 'Harold White face Mountain, at WI1- LaChapelle ... dancing • mington, opens In June and, Thursday „, Friday and CHILDREN AT POLK SCHOOL were entertained recently •continues operations until No- by the string section of the Waterfotiiy Symphony Orchestra. vember. Eight reindeer are Saturday. The group was brought to the local/ schools- through ar- among the live animals pres- rangements - made by Mrs. Roger Gilbert. The various in- • ent in the village. struments in the string section were demonstrated for the Con n e c t ic u t "s *" Ch r 1 s tm as children, and a .number of selections rendered. 'Village" Is open for. two weeks ARMOND'S RESTAURANT before Christmas. Here, elvss Jordan, tat held by Israel since help Santa, and reindeer-rep- Straits Turnpike Wafertiwi the six-day's war - has posted, licas include the red-nosed, 758-2491 .Manger Once Rudolph. night and day guard over the In both villages, the religious Your hosts: Hobert and Armmd D'Agoslmo A Pagan Site- star. meaning of Christmas is well Gathered in the Church of the Nativity, thousands of Christians from around the world will wor- ship in Bethlehem this Christ- mas. A highlight, of their pil- grimage is, for most, a visit to the Grotto of the Nativity - tra- ditionally, at least, the' manger where Christ was 'torn. , Opposition to Christianity in. the first years of the new re- ligion actually led to the pres- ervation of the manger - an im- provised stable in a cave hewn out of rock, near the center of the hill town of Bethlehem.. The 'Roman emperor kadrtan, who ruled from, 117 to'13 8 A.D., " sought to -halt the fast spread of Christianity, and he had the cave converted to' a grotto for the worship of the pagan god, Apollo. The . very fact that the cave was marked, though for pa- gan purposes, helped to preserve knowledge of the site of the Na- tivity. . Later a sliver star was set in the stone floor of the cave, and since " 1.873 each, regime to rule Bethlehem - now a part of REMTJU. SERVICE Sanders — Polishers Edgers — Elec. Drills Lawn Rollers — Spreaders KEYS MADE T.I. 274-1038 KAY'S HARDWARE Main Street - Wolertown GREETINGS ETC WOODWORKING COMPANY " Custom-Made: kitchen Cabinets In the true spirit of the season,, we wish you all the "old-iashioned" joys 'Bathroom Vanities Furniture Bookcases of the holidays . -. the ever-new delights of good friends around you, good times and good cheer, and, the gladness of exchanging gifts and greetings. Iota C. Cook, Prop. . GOSHEN ROAD RFD 2. L itch field, Conn. ..And,,, in, a spirit of sincere gratitude, we wish, to extend, our thanks 274-2376 567-0096 lor your favors and friendly good will. Each day in our business life makes us appreciate more deeply how much our pleasant association, means. ike ideal gift. . . • The Siemon Company
10 gal. Aquarium, light, The Dynamic Tool & Manufacturing Co. pump, filler, thermometer, 'heater, thermostat, charcoal, glass wool, tubing, it lbs. gravel, The Watertown Manufacturing Co. SPECIAL $14.93 PET TOWN Route 69 Prospect 758-5324 Pace 26»ToWn Times (Watertown, Coon.), December 21, 1967 Property of the Watertown HistoricalDiane DeWald, a sophomore Society, tf Mr. 'and Mrs . Richard daughter of Dr. .and Mrs. Wayne Pratt, both students at Albertus DeWald, 64 HUlcrest Ave., and Magnus College, Hew Haven, .an .For Ckri*tmas-Enjoymeni9.TTm&it&ariri Recipes Martbeth Pratt, a junior, daugh- home for the Christinas holidays. ^~*^ .' .. watertownhistoricalsociety.org. '•• ...' Featured Phan' -Pudding 'AM Fmimviie Finale of Feast By MARIE DILLON For centuries, plum pudding has provided, a flaming' finale to the traditional Christmas feast. Early In. the: 18th century, English cooks 'used 'the following quaintly woTdeti recipe In .making their1 holi- day dessert: "Take a quarter of a Peck of Flower and dry it, 'three' Pounds of Currans, wash'd and picked clean, set them. before a Fire to dry* 'naif a Pound off Raisins of the Sun,, wash'd and stoned and shred small, half' a Pound of blanch'd Almonds, beat very fine with 'Rose-Water, a e'd like It Pound' of Butter' melted, 'with a Pint of Cream, but not put in hoi, a Pint of Ale-Yeast, a Penny-worth -of Saf- extend toyo u fron.steep'd in a •'Pint of 'Sack, ten, or twelve eggs, but half the Whites of 'them, a quarter of an. ounce of Cloves and Mace, one large Nutmeg grated, a few and heartiest . Caraway-Seeds, Citron, Candled Orange and. Lemon •Thanks'" and Peel slte'd; you. must make it thin, or there must be good wishes Him will g: fipucii more Butter and Cream.; You. may perfume it with Hook nf Amber-greece ty'd in a Muslin. Bag, and. steep'd in the for this bright _ Sack ail Night. ., . ' . awl sparkling "If you ice it, take half a Pound of Double-refln'd Sugar sifted; then put .some of the Sugar, and beat it up with the. White' of an Egg, and beat it with a Whisfa, and a season. May . little Orange flower-water, but do not over-wet,ifc, then, throw to. ail Sugar by'Degrees, , your holidoy then 'beat It all near an Hour; the Cake will take so long a bailing; then draw it, and waft it over with a Brush, and. .put it. in again." for" half a quarter of an. Hour." be fad of |eyv .... .' A 1'ith century recipe for plum pudding suggests 'that just 'below serving, the holi- day 'hostess, turn, it out of the bowl and put on. top of it a few square's of cut sugar. Then she should, pour on a little brandy, set It afire and proudly present it to her 'guests,. The author of .this same 'Victorian, recipe cautiously urges that "only a little be" given to the young, people, as it might affect them..'" < - Today, plum" pudding, from Mother's modern kitchen or the neighborhood, bakery, Standard...Cleaners & Dyers still retains its 'position, among the.traditional Christmastime treats. 447 Main St. Oakville Sea 'inspires Lore Of Ships At Yule Ships arrive on. Christmas .morning, carrying Jesus, Mary .and. Joseph, says the English carol, "I Saw Three' Ships Come Sailing." This Is one of many legends developed b> seafaring peoples to connect Christmas and ships. • • . Stories of the first St. Nicho- las were carried from ' Asia. Minor to 'Northern Europe by sailors, and, children in Hol- land, long believed" that St. Nicholas, arrived by ship from Spain. In. Greece, St., Basilio comes on January I to deliver gifts, and he"too is transported by ship. SAM KRUPA'S SUNOCO lill WMtrtiiw Aw. WStOfMlff1 * Mechanic op Duty * Tune-Dps * Shocks • Mufflers * Always Courteous Service"
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• AMCAL - 12 L 274-352,4 IPM,7 - • PM SEPTIC TANKS ./C/e're wishing' you joy and happiness' during 'this. Out ' beautiful season. May the true spirit of the Yuletide bring •Install* • 'Rtpiliti us peace and contentment, with thankfulness for Siwtts 1, Kater our" many blessings,,, as we celebrate with' family and friends. - CtOMCtiMS lislallil LITTON INDUSTRIES JOE'S (Wlidtsfif Electronic* Division) SANITATION ' Main, St. ami Hillside Ave. • an*-: Oakville Property of the WatertownToi Historicalp Times (Watertown, Conn.) , SocietyDecember 21,, 1967-P&g e 27 Pastor Wrote To Please Children watertownhistoricalsociety.org"Up on the Housetops" is a happy Christmas .song written by an Ohio pastor, Benjamin Hanby, in. 1864. Believing that music was. a part ol religion, he held week- ly songfests for children to- New Paris, Ohio. Since he was short of money, when the chil- • dren needed a new song, he wrote It himself... The song, which tells the joys of going "up on. the house- tops" and "down through the chimney with good Saint Nick" to the "click, click, click" of reindeer hooves, gained early popularity. Its origin, however, was lost when the Chicago, publishing eHigh on our list of house of George P. Root, pub- lishers of the song, burned. Credit for the authorship was not restored until after Han- holiday joys is the toy's death... privilege of greeting our friends JIM'S Water Systems — SAMS ft SERVICE — and. customers. All good WATER PUMPS ik: CONDITIONERS James A. Withington wishes to vou! WATEBTOWN UnkfleW Rd. • 274-8311 ~JA.NET AUSTIN, a freshman at Bethmy, West Va., Col- lege, was crowned Queen of the recent Phillips Hall, for mat at the school. She is., the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. MIKE'S Randall T. .Austin, 11 Longview Ave. Presenting her with COFFEE a bouquet of roses is Dr. Perry E. G re sham, of the college faculty. SHOP Always a 'daily Ing full of coal or ashes for special In Italy naughty ones, Santa Claus is gaining favor 'Legends say, variously, that Call 211-1112 with Italian children, but the she misdirected the Magi, or in advance and traditional gift-giver,, espe- that she refused, shelter to the we'll have your lunch cially .south of Rome, Is Be- Holy Family. Repenting, she ready for you... fana. Usually represented as now goes around the world on Open Sunday! a gray-haired witch, who rides Christmas Eve, seeking the 7 AM to Noon a broomstick., she brings toys Christ Child and 'doing good Maim St. 'Watai-town for good children, but a stock- to children.
Give .distinctive ELECTRIC gifts. Selecting the right gift is hardly a problem when you. (There's so much to give better electrically. You'll find a host ol choose from!) t hou g h tf u 1 prcse n ts av a i 1 ah le- • :U Knife for every family member1,.. Add your choices to your ;• Can Opener Christmas shopping list today.'" Your Electric Appliance Zi Clocks Dealer will gladly assist: you. i n sc lect i njj - elect r i c g, i f ts., , Toothbrush Electric Blanket > O, Fiy Pan • 'Blender WEST'S • Rotisserie
n Willie Iron SERVICES Your authorized Chevrolet dealer Q And many, many more! 620 Main Street Watertown Page 28--TowPropertyn Tines. (fttettowii,, of. Conn.) the. Decembe Watertownr 21,1967 Historical Society watertownhistoricalsociety.orgMEW
Besi wishes for a very merry Christmas" and "Many thanks to you. " These are the messages that i&cai Business firms extend to you here, as they weicmme the opp&r-
Greeting* Christmas bells ring in Yuktide loud and clear to bring you the brightest wishes for the happiest holiday ever! They're being goad, Fine Line Braiing Inc. as gold "cause San- Commercial St.. Wot«rtown Time for Santa to fill ta's on his way... We the stockings. Time lor wish you and yours . us to wish you a Christ - the most this Christ- - mas overflowing with mas Day! joy and blessings. Santa's here with a Arch Industries, Inc. smile and a wish for Eyelematic Mfg. Co. Inc. 838 Echo Loke Rd. you and your family, Strait* Turn pile* Water town - - may this Christmas WaMrtown be the merriest ever...
'The gifts ore oil Johnny's Esso Service HAPPY HO1WAY 970 Main St. wrapped and ready Water town for the big "day. 1m "• the1" spirit '-of giving, ' Bells, bows, mistle- we'd like to wish you Greetings toe, holly ,. . , may a merry holiday. everything that is Christmas to you, be Olson's W'atertiwi Garage yours on this most 1101 Mo in St. glorious day!" W a tip Mown This littlest angel is carry! nig our merry The sounds and Tei Trail Auto Sales message of extra ' 1401 Main St. . of this happy season fill spec!ol cheer and Wotertown the air with joy. Best thanks to our friends wishes for a very .Merry' and patrons. Christmas. Everyone's filled with Ted Tielz, Jr. t h e w o r mi It olid a y Richard C. Bixiuti & Issues. Trucking s p i r i t. M a y t h i s Qwa.asail. Rd. C h r'i s t m o s b e t h e Lincoln National Life Ins. Wood bury I'M Grove St. Wateibury brightest1.
Christmas is a. time of Root & Boy a, Inc. family fun, spiritual Insurance & Reol Estate 449 Main St. Water town blessings and radiant joy. We wish you M&uuf all these and .much- more! As the sounds of Ray Palmer, Plumbing & leafing C h r i s t m o s r i n g o u t 79 Litehfield Rd. . * across the land, we ..Water town In the warm spirit ol hope that the holi- the season . we're days bring only joy. As Christmas unfolds sending you our best wishes for a holiday its magical charm and Ineson Mfg. Co. Inc. sparked with joy. wondrous beauty, we Buckingham St.. extend to you our Oakvi lie warmest greetings. Kaf's laiiwar* 607 Main St. Santa's gliding, in with Sinterings & Plastics, Inc. Water town our warmest wishes for Commercial St.-" Wo the very merriest of C h r i s t m a s e s.. O u r heartfelt thanks to all Wormiest wishes for on our wonderful patrons. old-fashioned Yule — ringing with sounds of 1 a u g h t e r and• good It's Restaurant " 141 Main St. cheer for you, yours. OokvilU Anthony D'Arnica Insurance 4Q3 Main St. CB-&imm Oakvill. We're sending you a- J'J special wish to hope Deck, the halls and your holiday joys., are " Chiming in .with our trim the' tree. It's many. Do have a joyful greetings of the C h irist mi asf i m e. Best r e a 11 y w o n d e r f u III, season and our deep wishes for a happy, happy season. appreciation of your healthy holiday. kind patronage.
PaltfnM's Texaco Service Station Greason, ..lie. P.O. Bait Ailt Salts 1371! Mo in St. ' - Electrical Contractor! 1405 Main St. Wotertown «« 510 Main St. Odkvlll* 1 Property of the WatertownTow Historicaln Tines (Wateitown, Conn.) Society. December 21, 1967-Pag e fc) MGSTwatertownhistoricalsociety.orgO
tunity to join in the traditional exchange of glad greetings at the holiday season, •and to thank you sincerely for your valued patronage throughout the past year.
We're hoping oil good things will come your way for a happy holi- day. T h a n k y o u for your loyal patronage.
May the spirit of the Armwm's Restaurant Stralti Turnpike The Christmas season Holy Manger live to- Water town brings with it a win- day in the peace and ter wonderland of good will all men As we raise our happiness. May you hold for one another. voices in hymns of enjoy it fully. > praise, let' us hear the Donald C. Atwooti Representing Goo. Baron ion Agency glory of His message. McCleary BrosM line* f74 Main St. 95 N. Maim St. Waterbwy Let' us rejoice a I Wotertown " Christmas. Joyous holiday greet- ings. We hope your Congress Tools Co., tic. Yuletidle "glows with 731: Moirp S't. Wotertown happiness and good, cheer and all of your days are bright ones. Listen to the sounds of the carolers singing of ' Pioneer Ant*nwbtles, lie the .Miracle of Christ- 600 Straits Turnpike Wo mas. May your holi- day be as joyous as NOEL their voices. Peace on earth, good May your holiday be Ray Cocchiola Paving Co. will toward men. Let brightened with the Commercial St. Water town us all remember the sounds of music and true spirit of this the laughter of all beautiful holiday. those you love. Have a Merry Christmas. Happy Yule to our Colonial Printing Co. William E. Wesson, Inc. many dear friend's 75 Hill III crest Ave. 165 Railroad Hilt St. Oak vi lie a n d c u s t o mi e r $ , Water bury - Merry, . merry thanks to ail of you for your May a winter won- patronage! derland of Yuletidle "J, Andre Foumier surprises come your way along with this 510 Main St. merry message for' an GREETINGS Oak villa extra happy, holiday!
Skipnr Magee MUsr Sales Ckiitm* 136.0 Main St. 'Thanks to all our loyal Season's Greetings A CMfau Will Water town customers for making our holiday a merry Have a really festive May the Yuletide one. It's our pleasure holiday, abundant candle kindle your lo serve you. with lots of fun plus heart w i r h t h e everythi ng Christmas warmth of the season Grace's Beauty Salon 116 Torball Ave. has in store! and add a special Ookville spark to your day! Blue RibbM Alleys The Christmas tree... 640' Main St. Wotertown left Slaw Sanitation Service May yours be bright 441 Woodbuiy Rd. and gay and sur- Wutertawn Ote&o rounded with gifts for and from all of Warmest wishes for your loved ones, a very merry Christ- mas. May you and Baribault Oil Co. your family be 610 Main St. blessed with every Oak wills holiday' lay. Hary Ja Caierag 'Scuta 66* ThoaMstam RJ. We greet you with We'd like to put our '••••rtw«*ni the wish that your wishes, for a joyful season will be as full - holiday under your of joy as your stock- GREETINGS 'tree, and than It you The meaning of the ings will be with holi- for your loyal pa- first Christmas Eve ' Jay- gifts! tronage. lights up the holiday with peace and good! Tie Go wans-Knight Co., Inc. will. Best wishes. * Knight St." Paf s Barter Shtp Wotertown 10:37' Main Si. Johnnie's Floor Service Happy Holiday Watcrtown 47 SI ode St. OafcWI. Page 30-Town Times (Watertown, Com,.);,, December 21, 1967 the current. Grand Jury by Wil- Dr. James H. Root and. Howard Property'require ofd In most the, trial,eases Watertown. The cases 'Of minor Importance fo rHistorical Society Local Man Serving usually brief hearings and which, liam C. 'Cleveland.. . Larldn, 77. Bast, and West: Mr. Foreman Is appointed by the Judge and Mrs. H.C. Ashworth, 1001/2; On Grand Jury and, this Foreman appoints a Dep- being quite different .in. nature "from, their continuing task,, prove Bridge Results - - Dr.. and Mrs. .James Lawlor, 91; uty Foreman, and a, secretary. Mrs. .Janes Tignor and Mrs,. What is a. Grand Jury? "'watertownhistoricalsociety.org The Foreman administers the to 'be an interesting interlude'. Results In the 'Tuesday, Dec. Wesley Tracy, 76 1/2; and 'Mrs. Its purpose Is to' protect the oath, to witnesses .and checks at- " Watertown is represented on 10', session of the Ashworth Dup- Innocent from embarassmentand licate Bridge Club are as fol- James Mead, and Miss Muriel. tendance and looks after the gen- Stetoofteld, 76. notoriety by being prosecuted for eral needs ' of the. Jury. Jurors lows. North and South, Mrs. Rob- a. crime tor which bom fide evi- check .in, at the clerk's office Baking; the Pie ert Colby and Mrs. Denys Welch, dence of guilt is not available; on,'"arriving tor duty. A govern^ "The devil, dares not show 96; Mrs. Russell Chase and Miss fresh every week a, sort, of buffer measure. rnent .prosecutor' 'Conducts the himself in Cornwall -at Edith. Campbell, 91; Mr.,and .Mrs. State Grand, Juries deal with hearing and "testimony of the Christmas time lest he Richard Davenport, 79 1/2; and Infringement of Connecticut 'Laws witnesses who have been subpoe- should be. baked in a pie.™ -and Federal Grand Juries relate naed and 'the .Jurors themselves This .old English saying AUTO '-'''LIFE - HOME teUaws established by Congress. - may 'question the witness. takes Its humorous inspir- They 'differ In many respects; from At 'the conclusion of 'the hear- ation- from the wide variety Trial, ,Jiiries, ^ ings the Grand -Jury will 'discuss of ingredients actually used, MSUIIICE Prom, a "list submitted by the among themselves the merits of' in the mince pies and, other local Jury commissions a cer- Christmas pies of early J. Andre Fourniei . 'the evidence presented and will England, according; to the tain number will be selected and decide' whether or not 'there are 133 Main Strwt Post Office Drag Store editors of The 'New Book of OokvilL " _ r»xt M Town Hall _ mailed a questlonaire, the an- sufficient grounds tor indictment. Knowledge... swers to' which may In, some In- for trial for Infringement of Fed- 'SB D«Fore«t St. Wo tar town •One- 14th-century' recipe 17 4.1711 274*9816 stances preclude their need to eral, Laws and so report, to the for a Christmas pie Includ- s*rwt such as Doctors, Nurses", Judge. ed: a pheasant, a hare, a. •or Lawyers,' etc. From the list Most of the Jurors feel that capon, two partridges, two will, be selected ' a, group who serving' is a rewarding and very pigeons, two rabbits, 'beef will be 'notified to appear at a informative experience, even meat bails, eggs, pickled specified time in court. Recent- though at times boring and also at mushrooms, seasonings and, ly In, answer to' summons by. the some inconvenience. The Judge' spices, all in, a pastry crust. 11.5, Marshall, .,52 people In Con- may and does as sign occasionally necticut showed," up in Federal. Court at Hartford. The Judge told them the purposes and function of a. Grand, Jury and 'that they Zenith Color were to' be on call tor service. during the following 18 months. After-listening to' a, few re- " quests to .'be relieved (which .were not granted) 23 names were 'drawn from a lottery box to serve limes change ... but the as a .Jury tor an important case warmth, of the Christmas Which we were later informed would probably last six months. spirit lives on forever. ' This 'Would be referred "to as a EndUiring, too.,, is the ''•'blue ribbon" Jury. Petit, Juries gratitude we feel for to try minor cases will, be'-drawn from 'the others of the original the privilege of serving • 52 called.. "The Jurors are paid o u r. f i n.e customer s,. 10 cents a mile and $10' for each elegant-Italian day served. The blue ribbon Jur- May your ors were from 20. different towns Provincial style 'from 1'to 52 miles from Hart- Holidays ford; 13" men, and 10 women most, of whom, were In the middle be age bracket. .."" This particular .blue ribbon. Italian Provincial styled compart console iii genuine hand rubbed Jury was assigned to a case Mahogany veneers and select haidwood solids (¥4523*1, or in Which., the Judge told, us about Reniline hand rubbed Cherry r ru11wood veneers Jnd seleet and we were warned under oath not to discuss anything witnesses . h J rd wood sol i ds (Y4 5,2 3 H) A r c ent u at ed with d i si i nc live rose II es "and may relate with others than our •rr rules. Zenith Handera (ted Chassis with no printed circuits, no fellow Juror's. 'If any Juror owned p. rod uction sho r I c ui'ts for u n r i va led d ependabil i ty .stock in, or was associated hlm- - self or any of his relatives were Don't be without the' latest in television... involved, in any way In the case PAY AS LITTLE AS $4.00 Perrys-Flanagan to. 'be Investigated, they would be' , replaced. " Also,, under oath, we PER 'WEEK AT VAUGHN BROS. were obligated to report any vio- Open Thurs. g, Fri. Evenings 'til 9 Cleaners lation of federal laws coming to our attention. - There are quite a. few differ- VAUGHN BROS. TV 1,063 Main St. Watertown ences between a Grand Jury and a Expert Repair Service - Antenna's Installed Trial Jury. For Instance, there., Middlebury Rd. _ . Middlebury must be a maximum of 23 and 1125 Main St. ' Wjbtertown - 274*8737 595 Iitertowi Ave. Waterbury a, minimum, of 1.6 present at any hearing. A majority of 1.2 can decide rather than, unanimity as
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HEMINWAY BARTLETT MFG. CO. At this beautiful and joyous time of the year,, we MTERTMN, COHII. • -' ' . would like to take the opportunity to say "Thank You" for your patronage. Have a Merry Christmas. MYLOM THREAD ATWOOD'S PONTIAC BRAIDED LINES Your local authorized Pontiac dealer 789 Main Street Watertown Property of the Watertown'Tow Historicaln Times (Watertown, Com.); Society. December 21,,, 1967--Pag e 91 what, influence there may have been, front, the marriage ties be- tween these families. watertownhistoricalsociety.org Ttere are still, a 'lot, of "At- woods" around for 1,8 'are 'listed 5 in the current telephone book,, •ffl all playing an, important part In Watertown as 'their ancestors did three generations ago. Early records show them to 'have been mill-owners, merchants and farmers. "The 'Register itself is: hand made, with pages fastened to 'the cover with string. The pages were- evidently cut with scissors to pro- J vide an Index, and alphabet letter s pasted thereon. K Henry Scott and Owen King, 'the .Registrars, must have been a I, very conscientious team which provided this fine record book, which, Mrs. Harry Hard, has pre- sented to 'the Watertown 'Histor- - jr ical Society. ///* U. / ' « //'/* «,' /;,/ y/ // / \ o ; p JOHN G. O'NEILL o FUNERAL HOME it 742 Main St., Oakvill* I ,/i .if. PHONE 274-3005 PAGES ABOVE we repro- duced from a Registry of Voters, for toe T -wn of Watertown from 1883 t, 1884. ^ J The fine, eld script was written toy Registrar Henry G. Scott. Note' die many Atwoods listed 'in the bottom Society Preserves Voters photo. Baldwin School of brick. Taxes in, 1884 were only 8 mills. Registry Front 1883-84 From, the 'listings In tiie reg- A. Registry of Voters In the cause in 1884 the registered list istry it would appear that any- May you have beautiful penmanship of - Henry was. down to 441 with 266 voting. one running for office would be a gay and Happy G. Scott shows that Watertown had The 1.883 "hassle" may have'been, quite handicapped if he did not 471 registered voters in 1883over Increased taxes for the four have the backing of the "At- Christinas Holiday! and 365 of them cast .their votes room addition to the wooden school wood*' family for there were 24 at 'Town Meeting that year. building which was built that year of .them, registered. Smiths, There must have 'been some and which burned down, in, 1,906, 1 Woodwards and Skiltons were the controversial issues to,188 3 be- to -be replaced by the present"runners-up", and who knows
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As they go from house to senting the Star of Bethlehem. exultation come from Can- watertownhistoricalsociety.orgvives today more in art, song louse at Christmas, modern Later the star was replaced by ada's first Christmas carol. and story than as an actual, carol singers may be aided by lanterns and torches... If ' they seem somewhat "blazing Yule." After all, not 30 Coffee. Hour — the" rays of an electric lantern, or a flashlight. This reflects incomprehensible, the ex- every home has a fireplace Showers Bring ' James 'Buchanan, was tbe only planation -is simple. They nowadays, and even when a \re written In the language .fireplace exists. Its proportions Gifts For Patients life-long bachelor to be Presi- of the Huron Indians. The Thirty coffee hoar showers tor ^e III4IIM. Wr dent of the U.S. ' •1 meaning Is, "Jesus Is born!" Christmas gifts for patients at i" Tinsel The. carol of the Huron Fairfleld Hills Hospital have been • Tinsel on the Christmas 'nation was written by held here this month under the Father,Jean Brebeuf, Jesuit 1 tree began, so legend says, Co. Inc. missionary who came to' the "Be .A Christmas .Angel' * pro- when spiders covered with land of the Hurons In 1820. gram of the Watertown - Oak- ville Mental- Health Committee.' webs a tree that had. been Members Father 'Brebeuf worked decorated, by a. mother for New York Stock with the Hurons in the Can- . Those holding showers were: her many children. adian wilderness for 23 Mrs. John All wein, Mrs, Phil An- Exchange years, helping them and derowski, Mrs. Cbarl.es Atwood, To reward the woman f| »LM*Mwor*.$>. composing for them, a poem, are usually far from sufficient, Jr., Mrs. Scott Berwick, Mrs. for her goodness la her ||~ 756-7463 in their own language. to accommodate the Yule logs Joel.. Black, Mrs. Pasquale Ca- -children, the Christ Child | " local I Then, during an attack, by • of. yesteryear valierl, Mrs. Albert Collins, Mrs..' changed the spider webs .1 die Iroquois, he was' cap- . During ancient times' in ANGELO i. KODIA E. Wallace' Cone, Mrs. Robert to. gleaming silver. m tured and tortured to death.. . England, however, it' was a Denley, Mrs. Homer Derouin, m PAUL M. tODt* In his martyrdom, "his " solemn' family ritual to select Mrs, J. .Andre Founder, Mrs. words live on, for the Hur- the log, dry it and. burn it ac- ons remembered, their carol, cording to custom. Logs from. Llbby - Freeman,, Miss Frances • "Iesous ahatonhia!" fruit-bearing trees were pre- Griffta,, Mrs. Walter H. Hart,, ferred. Mrs. N. Francis Hayes, 'Mrs. The whole family went along Francis Kamlnskl.Mrs. Valdrlck . Package Sort ins! to select the log, as this was LaFerrlere, Mrs. " Leonard thought to bring good luck for Loomls, Mrs. Herbert Lukow- Leads. To Seals thecomlng year, and to fright- skl, Mrs. Armand Madeux, Mrs. Inspiration 'for the first en away any witches.- Michael Murphy, Mrs. Row- ' Christmas, seals came to Einar If the log burned .out quick- land Murray, Mrs. Antonio Pal- Holboell, a Danish postal clerk, ly, or did not burn' brightly, leria, Mrs. C. William Parker:, as he was sorting packages it meant bad luck ahead... one Christmas season. He en- Mrs. Richard Pearson, Miss Al- visioned all the packages bear- On Christmas morning, the leen Ryan, Mrs. William F.Scul- ing a special stamp, with, the children of the 'household beat ly, Mrs. Gene Valentino, Mrs., proceeds'-spent to aid people upon the log and called for who suffered from, tuberculo- sis The King and. many of Den- EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO at Imbimbo's mark's leading citizens. en- dorsed the idea, in 1904. Later, GO FORMAL Formal Shop the plan spread to Norway and, Sweden, and in 1907 was adopted In the. 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f'rt.Jzl * II n the snowy hush of a ml winter landscape, a church i7B . it steeple seeks the sky and we see the quiet contentment .of Christmas, spreading its joys everywhere. 'That your joys be many;, is our holiday X - wish for our valued friends and customers. <7rom all of tts to aU of you...with hearty good wishes for the. holiday season, and ttHth warm appreciation for the privilege of ' . serving you now and in the years to come. t Michael J. Cozy, inc. Wattrtmm Ct-tpcratm JtssociatkM Auitiorized Cadillac - Oldsmobile Dealer 504 lateitowi tim. ftaterbury Property of the Watertown TowHistoricaln 'Times (Watertown, Com,.); Society, December 21, 1967-Pag e £3 FROM QIEBEC? though some sources say that Beasts and Birds Share in Yule Legends - "Angels We Have Heard on it originated not in France but High" is a French carol, al- in Quebec,,, Canada. In the lore and legends of Christmas, the beasts of the watertownhistoricalsociety.org fields and the birds of the air play their part — and appro- priately so, for the oldest and 'holiest Christmas story of all tells of shepherds with' their flocks — shepherds who went to. seek and find a Holy Babe lying in a manger. Animals of the manger' in the time of Christ were likely to be the sheep and goats, cat- tle, horses, donkeys and pi^s, All of these figure in Yuletide songs and stories — even the spread the glad tidings" of the Huron Indians by their strange* pig, who has held the place of birth of Christ, barnyard ani- — to the Indians — prepara- honor at many a Christmas mals in. 'many countries are tions for the celebration of feast. still served a special supper on Christmas. As a * result, many Telling of the First Christ- Christmas Eve.. legends about the Day devel- mas Eve, the famous carol, oped among the Indians. 'Cattle Speak On, Christmas Eve, the In- "'Away' in a Manger,", says, An old German legend has ""The cattle were lowing," and dians believed, the deer kneel- it that cattle, kneel in, their ed to the "Great Spirit." In religious paintings through stalls at midnight on Christ- the ages have depicted both the hope of seeing this • won- mas Eve. Then, for a moment, drous sight, the Hurons would the cattle and the other ani- they have the power, of speech. mals in the manger, as well as hide in the cold, winter night the flocks of the shepherds. Other legends broaden this of the forests for hours. to include all animals. • Feeding Birds ' " From Spanish Lore Food for Puss In Scandinavian countries On the first Christmas, says Cats get special treatment people place sheaves of grain a Spanish legend, a cow in the during the Christmas season and bits of suet on trees and manger breathed on. the Baby in French sections of Canada. rooftops, so birds can feast. Jesus to warm him. Special food is set forth for Puss, since according to leg- We want to say a: sincere "thank They Feast Kneeling Deer end, if the cat meows in the you" to all our great friends and wish Because an ancient tradition Early French-Canadian set- house on, Christmas Eve, bad them, all the laughter, fun and good holds that animals helped to tlers in Quebec bewildered the luck win follow. * - cheer of this happy holiday season. stockings the girls had hung, Dowries Filled by the fireplace to dry. E a rI y St oc k i n «*s . Factual handicap is that, though St. Nicholas lived in TED T1ETZ, JR St. Nicholas, the early bishop the fourth century, stockings PAR GLASS who was the first Santa Glaus, weren't made with feet until TRUCKING 764 Main 'St. is also credited, with orginat- the 11th century — .but the ing the custom of hanging up Christmas stocking story is SNOW PLOWING" Oak vi lie Christmas stockings. still a happy_legend. According to legend, he Quassuk Rd. wished to provide dowries for. Woodbu ry the three daughters of a bank- ' LOUIS A. LAUDATE E I ec 11' i c a III Oi I Burn er Sl You coll',, we Ihouit ru.pt merchant. Since he Sole * „" Se r, v i e e & R «-p-a i r s Any lime, Any Place wanted, the gifts to be anony- In Stoek C rus h< e d S to n e,, Sand, mous, he tossed bags of gold Motars, PumPs, ControIIs„ Proces st dl G ir a v e 1, R e 1 dy s,, T r on * I ©'rime t s „ E t'C. Reasonable 'Rotes down the merchant's chimney. 14 Roc Ik. dale A/we.., Oak, wi lie Accidentally, the gold fell into 274-347 I
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_v\/j the. ^Js/oiidau Reason approai ties our thoughts / ^ i f j turn to the true in pan in a of this happtt time.
^LJurinq the course of the year and in the rush of events, we tend to overt ooh the important friend skips FRI ENDLY that are the real basis of at I tut si ness relationships'
_y(/«a Jo it is that we u-vttla like to set aside the
rott tine of bu..t Sine S3 anda exiexpress our sincerecere hopehope that f take pause from every da v routine to celebrate the f hrihlmas holiday. tfour -j*tolicLau Reason tvitt be xfouous .ana _- And wr welcome this opportunity to r\U>nd our warmest wishes mud. lhanks and that the ¥ jew I4ear wit I brine*e* LjLjooa - Meatth and Iw all. Hope your Day Is a happy one. f^roSperitu to Lflou and L4ours. HAMMOND ORGAN Witk Sincere iSest Studios of Wattriirf 9 1624 Water+own Ave. Wookey ® Dairy Water-bury Robert W&akey .. Pige 34-Tovm Tinea (ftatertown, Conn.), December 21, 1967 liana. Bo, Mary, Al Benders,, , Bercbonak Phil- 1 PropertyRuss Frataersof , "Inthee GurtaraJt Watertowne TUHJF" JTCPW i*B(i»ii*»f .A**!** ® MUM - - HistoricalThe Fail andJ. Andre Founders . Society Hay, paul,Heronx,GreDler "Perry. •fimiinf Benson. 'Mini Col. Tim (Continued 'On Page 35) SPEAKING OF Lew. Peanuts, Goose, Sptoo Bill
paywatertownhistoricalsociety.orgs of course, Boak. SPORTS ;Danny Zurattls, Randy Austin, By Boli Palmer 'Teddy Morris., 'Rank CDonnell and Frank Mon- ardo, Irving 'Gordon, Hasty, ^Ambrose Butler ,bowler JoeLombardo. MERRY CHRISTMAS .AMD A. "Jack,, . . , HAPPY 'NEW YEAR TO " .All your servicemen tarry MM. lartin, .Dick Handler, Con- ' PJ., Dot. and Richie, Mom. and Dad, s, BBDB. neZtm- JI is with Northrup, Peter Pape, Bruno James C.Liakos and Eddie Haddad t^m, • ' • pleasure that Data Baaiaao, Joes,, Bei«ar and me pause from Bobby Palmer of the Fourth Es- tate, - our .usual' Eric Sloane who writes first rate. 'Tony Gemlis, good Jo& Pater- mU'tine of noster, ~"~ 'bwsime&s to The May Hoffmans, Deroutn Ed,,, The entire 'Oakville VFW roster. say... BUI CJilgley,,, our - favorite red. The American Legion and Chuck 7kmk • head.. Brownell, The Pierces, Mary Austin, Si- Greg ChUson, 'the barefoot 'boy mons Forney, from Cornell. Sonny Rinaldi, Johns Dillon 'and IMILIIC1 Clurrey. Arizona Hallaways, Ev and Bobby, General E. Donald Walsh, also FIMMT SIMHI ' The • Bensavages • 'and Walter:. Knobby. Grady, . Many gifts for our gracious lady. All the Kelltys, O'Brien Eddie, FLOWEK Billy Clock, Canuzzi Freddie. Eftif Occasitn ...... fmr your friendship, good Billy Lowe, Rosaline, JakeSabol, Colonial. Rood, will and Itpgfultjf* May the The'Lord's Grace at every table. Bobby Ray and 'banker Bill Scully oo Lou 'and. Leo Fabians, Alice SUlly. Oakville happiness and gm*d cheer ' Teddy Tata, Billy Fitz and Tim, 274*2770 of the Holiday Season Kay Bradshaw, sons Rob and Jim. Marcel Blanchets, Frances Kam- livery - •..taskl,, ' • be {roiir'a throughout the Coaches, Gargano, CVDonnell, ' Bert. Boucher and Boley Perllnki. New Year. \ Svab, - .. Sgl. John, Big Volage Bob. Merman & Josephine Baumann Johnny, Eddie.; Joe, 'George .Zur- aitls, CARVEL ICE CREAM Walt Worden, Ray Dtimont, Joe* Brazaltis. Watertown Chiefs—Carlo Palomba, Avery • Lamphler, To their men* a mighty good year. Editor Bill Simmons, Charley Day, High, .School athletes who play. - The Altohensons,* The Timms, 'Bob Rice, All deserving: of things so nice, thanks 'Leo Or sini,. Matty,. Piscopo Pat, your patrona& The Herouxs,Henry,Dion and Fat..
tony Trotta, Butch,,, Mike Gianinni, 1 Mickey Capuano and Joe Scapini. Teddy Tata,. The Russos, Masi Joe', Zaccaria's Jean. Vicki and Moe. Christmas „ Tony 'Roberts and Hemlnway • School, . . i Fugtlese Boys andArmand'sFuel. The Beckers,, Arllne, Bonnie, Bobby, - 'Teddy Atwood who's, no longer a swabbie. Ed Thompsons, the Ed Kalita's too, -
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Property'Gees, of- the Watertown Historical Society (Continued 'On Page 36) 1 Omar, Lou, Toot, George - all S P E A IK 11 G 0' F Daveluys. Cireilo. Boda. Dantwatertownhistoricalsociety.orge Calabrese, commissioner SPORTS of boccl, Mike Daddona, .41, Charley Gug- By BobPolmer Johnny Kullkauskas and Leo lielmetti's, Rossi. Nicky Perottl, Benny,, Ray Yen- detti's. (Continued From Page 34) Sonny Rlnaldl, 'Bob' and Hy La- McCoy, • Bonne, Loads of' cheer to Judge Joe Pat ifalsto, Bucky,, Anthony Cbi- Navin, Bill, Maton, Foster SHyder, Tay- 1 lor LeRoy. c'hon. Also to' Harvard s Atty. .Sberm Slavtn. Hans Dippeloffer, the Carl Her- Don Kerr, Henry Cip, Philips mans,, Floyd, Sam Avoletta, his college son The Vltones, Marcoux's, Allie Tracys, Frank, 'Ruth and son Dick, Shermans. Boyd. Ray, Bobby and brother Poplis • Vic. Luddy JasBiinas, Beaiitys, Ray Bob Perry, Joe Gallaghers, and Ed, Maize, BUI Basking, the families of The Travers, Ed, Marge and . BUI Flisher, likes to travel tike Don Mclntosh, Taddy. crazy. Eddie Masayda, his brother Stash, Ed Wihbey, Sal. Boscos -one and Prln. Summner Libby and John- two, ny Minor. Teddy "Ftauto's,, flowers from .An- Sparky, Peaches, Hebert Blue, Joe Lovetre, the Oakvllle Food nette, Liner. Alex Agnews, too, is a mighty Walter Hodges, a friend Indeed, good bet. Georgia Panalaitis, tier trusty Joe Clemente 'and Lt. Pat. But- steed. ler, The Tony Pelegano's, Christian .Billy Palomba and golfer Al Cut- Broney, 'Owen 'O"'NeO, 'and, Baltomaltis Pat Zieilo, the Aftwoods, the lie- ler. Ronnie. .Allen Muglla and Georgie Cocco, SHELL Ray West's garage and Hike's Oscar' 'LeClair,, Dottle, Joe Cap- Sunoco. orale, BUCKLEY n Calabrese's, Joey and Sheriff BROS. Baddy Pecks, PD. Q, Lee Wll- Kellie. 754-0191 cox, Ray Palmers and the good Hitch - Frankle Pazden ,, and Jam. sky cox'-s. Stephen., Walter HcGowan and. Big Mike cms. F. LEWIS Rep. Keilty, Carl Siemon. from Kleban. Yale, Snow Plowing Bradshaws, Willard, Elton and Town Clerk Barbara, and Armand Dale. Derouins, Sanding Jack Hassell, Ken Cestar, Bill Trucking .Stan Woodburys, Bufterfield Shermans. Snow Removal TOmbiy, Bowlers., all. and Ted Salemi. Sonny Roberts, Carl Less and Mary, ASSORTED CHOCOLATES Woodbury readers and" Del max Marv Austin's boys, Bruce 'and, 263-4230 Khox Kerry. Jimmy Dun lap 'and the Oakvllle Woodbury, Conn. Johnny Laccone's, Mrs. Frank Rocks. Office Mlnucci, The Lou Jannetty's and Bill Pas- cucci. Smokey Joe Dennis and. Joe Di- Watertom Biase, GREETINGS
f Jit's really a pleasure to greet our many wonderful. friends throughout the community with cheery wishes for a happy holiday season and with sincere thanks for valued patronage.
. Merry holiday .. wishes and 'thanks" to our many friends and customers who let. us be of service" throughout the year. Crest wood Ford 1230 Main St. 'Leo's Confectionery Water town 670 Main St. — . .. Watertown Leo Fabian, Prop. - - Page 38-TowPropertyi Times (Watertown , ofConn.) . theDecembe r Watertown21, 1967 Historical Society Charley ' Hensels, everyone's ' 'appear, -' slasm from, townspeople who se- Herbert Lukowski and 'Mrs. Nor- mudder. - .., ' Have "the very 'best, this coming aired: the gilts requested by the man Stephen. SPEAKING Of year. - ' patients. The identity of 'the' pa~ JUy LaFlamme's, Gary, 'Laurie, • . —; '.— *»*» •• *•»* coiifldentlal,, .. Miss Alice Ferguson, daughter watertownhistoricalsociety.org"Hie girts nave been, wrapped •of Mr. and Mrs. John S.Ferguson, SPORTS Tiger Gtistlns, Harold "Beebe, Gifts From Home and! delivered, to the hospital and ' Mlddlebury Rd., took part in the ByBobPolmtr Sandy. - Project Benefits will to distributed to the patients 52nd annual production of Revels, by the' hospital staff on Christmas 'the Christmas Pageant .at Emma Walter 'Van Arrs, All the Vaughns, Local Patients ' morning. wilted Sctooai,,, "Troy, N.Y., Dec (Ccntimed From, Page 35) Bob' McGough, Ml the Irish — „_,„ _. „ ,. ••.••' Members of the Board of tbe IS and 16. Mike Palladino, Tony, Stockna Shawns. - ChrSTas ro .tT'LT toe? «««'*»»» 'Committee working; - ' , on, the program, with, Mrs. Beau— Frank, a committee of 'the p 3,3 n . Richard Bozzu- Cumlla boys - and young Lowe" The town crew.,, Paul LeClair cnam rs Oakvllle Mental , rs. Douglas Henderson, Mrs. Hank,., and the toys. Health Committee', under1 the to M All our police, firemen., chairmanship of Mrs. 'Bernard' ENJOY GOOD 'Of. course the Cassidy's one Contois.. • Beauchamp. FAMILY MEALS all, Thirty-two patients from Wat- ' Dickie Fenn and his basketball. Richmonds, Ed Mobergs, ertown and OakvUle at Falrfield DAILY & SUNDAY WALSH* Dr. Hills Hospital are being remem- WE ALSO SERVE 'George Pierces mud tall - son Dick Ianottis, Herky .and .Albert bered _ this Christmas with a. gift., WEDDINGS & EANOuETS Jimmy, Nardl. . •.. i. or gifts they particularly de- ANNIVERSARY PARTIES MASSAKII The Jules Barbarets and. Hector sired. GUILD OPTICIANS and Timmy. Grandon Todds, "all of our good The "Gifts from Home" pro- ARNOLDS teachers. ject, .according to 'Mrs. Beau,- Contact Lease* God Bless our priests and 1833 Watertown A'-e., U 'Center' 6t 1M-S114 The Marens, Danny, Johnny and ' champ, has met with great enthu- ; 7 53-1.490 Mick, ' preachers. < W«tert»ary. Tbe Salvatores, young' 'Bill and Vlcfc, ' ... Armond's, Mike's Coffee Shop, HBBHBVHBHBBaVBBBBMB^B^BSBBBnBaBIBBBBBT^BBBpBBBBBaBEHBBaBBaB Snappy Snack, the Walloping Wop. 'Oil yes, 'Click Lawson, dean of tutors, BUI McKee, Bob' Cook, Jerry Waterbury Indians' ' and, many LeMays, " .. - Stevens Package Store rooters. Mike Motto and our friend, John "THE BROWSE WOPPEWITH A LIVING ROOM ATMOSPHERE Hayes. '
BragodoUni, 'Wiaterlown, Jaycees, Lions, K. FilEMitf SERVICE-GREAT SELECTION O'Brien of C. Geney. May Santa 'be good to you and me. John Miller and tbe Civil Defense,' Federal Lodge which brines much LOWEST POSSIBLE PRICES AROUND No poet 'are we, no pretense. cheer 'TO many children at YUletlde FREE DELIVERY-274-8675 The Al Goodkins, Lloyd Hughes • year. ' . too. , ' ',.' •• lie a friwrt... Mil a friend... Jack Mctlahfi treats yw better! WUlie Dealers, many bowlers to 'The' Allen Hales, Mark Marconi, Phil DlUUos, Palomha's Tony. Ftr the "full spirited" story see Poge 20 Tony DtNtiniio at TMmplke Lanes, We*** tried, to write here at - Charley Veillettes, all the Dains. home, To. Include, friends in our .poem. The Hards, Hungertords, ' Sid r, But to' all Who's names do not.
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Mere's "to your twppin«s on this heart-warming Christmas Iky. We're ddighted and heartily grateful for the sincere loyalty and good will of our fine customers. Many thanks. (WTMAS Armand's Fuel Company James S. Hosking Nursery "In Heating Comfort, Armand's Fuel and - " „ • Makes the Final Difference™ "The ReJ Barn" - 131. Davis St. - i Mobil - 96 PattarSl. ' Wotertown .. Oakville > " Closed Tuesday, December 26th " heating oil heating oil