Mascolo Cracks Down on Waterbury Speakeasy Scourge

On a chilly February morning in 1937, Judge Edward Mascolo brought a much-needed chill to Waterbury’s thriving speakeasy scene. In a bold move, the city court judge imposed a stiff fine of $100 and costs on Anthony Makary, a 45-year-old operator of an unlicensed liquor den at 787 Bank Street.