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New Britain herald., 1914-04-03
The Mule and the Motor Car.

Rochester Democrat and Chronicle)
 The preposterous statement IS made by Colonel WattersOn in the Louisville Courier-Journal that the mule stands on an equality With the motor car, is just as useful to man kind, has just as many friends, and is not in the slightest danger Of being driven to the wall by the com petition of anything that travels on four wheels.
 The mule, Colonel Watterson de- clares, is always on hand when needed, and he is always needed. It is his proud distinction to cost almo oSt as much as a small automobile. He was perhaps 1000 years old when the automobile was invented He is built on the original model" Such fulsome praise of the most contrary. obstinate, perverse, self-opinioned, unreasonable beast ever created may impose on people whose acquaintance with him is limited to the pages of the comic weekly, where he is always shown as the original village cut-up, possessing an inexhaustible fund of slapstick humor and a quaint but charming streak of originality.
 
 the Erie canal and have had an op- portunity to study the mule at first hand will not be deceived. They have seen him lie down on his job when he thought his load was too heavy, and hold extended arguments with his driver when canal bridges were raised, delaying street traffic of all kinds and they have seen him bra zenly loafing on the towpath on hot days, apparently without spark o1 energy, ambition or refinement, his mind centered on material things and as indifferent to the beauties of nature about him as to the call of duty. ..
 While it is true that the mule was here long before the automobile, age is not in itself matter of merit. The mule has steadfastly resisted the march of improvement The automo- bile has responded eagerly to every progressive influence. The automo- bile will carry it's owner around the world and purr contentedly every mile of the way. The mule is always fretful and complaining, even when he is not actively opposing the will of his owner. There is not a thing that the mule does that the automo- bile cannot do with greater speed, dexterity and cheerfulness-exce kicking, and that is a function that offers no excuse for existence.
New Britain herald., 1914-04-03

The voters of Hartford at the city election. which is impending have a question to settle, which does not seem to be particularly difficult. On the one hand they have a mayor of high character. proven ability and wide experience, who has made good On the other hand they have a young man of good character and pleasant ways who has still to be tested by the problems, which vex chief executive and who may make good or may not. The cho1ce under the condi- tions should not be hard for the man to make who prefers the interests of the city to the interests of the party. -AnSonia Sentinel.
New Britain herald., 1914-04-03
CURLEY FAVORS CHANGING

Mayor Curley has made a suggestion that the courses in the Boston schools be changed. that in the High school from four to three years and in the Grammar schools from eight to nine years. He gives as a reason for this suggestion that seventy-five per cent. of the Grammar school scholars never enter the High school, that the cost in the High school is $S2 a year per pupil and only $40 a year in Cram this argument.
 The great majority of children leave. school at an early age and the aim has been to give them as much train ing up to that time as possible, know ing that it will be about all the schooling they ever will receive. The plan therefore to add another year to the school that is used the most and which is of the most value ought to prove popular. though it is not likely to in Boston for the reason that the
 
 another in regard to reducing the salaries of some of those in charge of the schools. The latter are seldom if ever overpaid though there may be an exception in Boston, where the su- perintendent is paid $10,0O0 a year, which is $2,00o more than is paid the governor of the. state. and the mayor thinks the figures should be cut that much. There have been other sug- gestions made for reductions which will amount to $147,O00. The latter Is financial question but the former is one that interests every city be- cause the same problem must be met everywhere and if adding another year to the Grammar course will keep the children that much longer in school and give them a better education than they would otherwise receive then the proposition looks like a wise one.
New Britain herald., 1914-04-03
PURIFTCATION MOVEMENT A
FIZZLE.

The movement started in New for it's purpose the puriication of the politics of the state, had it's second meeting yesterday with very poor attendance and the movement may be said to have been a failure so far as results are concerned. Delmar B. Croft, who appears to have had the affair in charge, has, it is stated been asked to resign from the New Haven Progressive club for acts which are considered inimical to the organ ization. and similar action has been taken in the case of Prentice w. Chase, another member, and for the same reason. The accusations are action of the two men in attempting to further the purihcation movement 1t was expected that Senator Judson would Identify himself with the new party, but he did not put in an ap- pearance and when those who attend ed the first meeting got line on what was going on they quietly dropped out and yesterdays meeting was in reality a f1zzle. It looks as if an eff fort was made to get together, men from all parties with the hope that some reform might come out of it. but it is not an easy matter to start a movement like that and tnis like many others, has proven failure.
 Among those conspicuous by their absence yesterday were ex-Governor Woodruff, Judge Malone of Bristol and ex-Mayor Farnsworth of New Haven. These gentlemen were ex- pected to give the movement some tone and when they did not come around much of the enthusiasm dis appeared. The ex-governor had been outspoken against the continuation of J. Henry Roraback as chairman of the town committee, but even this matter may now have received it's quietus as we'll as some other mat ters.
New Britain herald., 1914-04-03
TORREON CAPTURED.

brding to telegraphio advices
 the rebels are intrenched in
 kn and the Huerta administra-
 has begun to 'totter. Its de-
 has not been accomplished as
 nt the rebels have gained such
 Vantage in the capture of Tor
 hat their march towards Mex .ty can now continue with lit
 ar and with fair prospects of |s. It has been a bloody fight. he may we'll conclude that the ] of Mexico will have a new hment, before long and that 1t Imply mean either the main Be of an armed force to pre- |order or another uprising which De a repetition of what the Fy is now passing through.
 distance from Torreon to Mex ZIy IS ClOSc LO tVV AiAAC0 oAo |ebels will, therefore, have 8 Ind rugged road to travel. When Journey is over there is some lon as to what the program will Inf 1uerta is there he will prob be executed. but 1t Is thought he will disappear before that hat the city will be left to the of the invaders It looks like days for Mexico with it's de- treasury, it's taxes increased to init and its credit sone. and it is it to perceive any favorable out unless the United States steps Id brings order out of chaos.
 xico is a country of great re- es, but since the revolution d 1t has been driven to f1nan- desperation and the end is not It will need a strong hand at lelm and that is not visible in 70 at present. The outlook is fore very gloomy indeed.
New Britain herald., 1914-04-03

warmer than in many other states farther north. Many people from other parts have settled there. have engaged in orange growing: and other branches lclhs of business and experienced no unpleasant effects from the wealth CT. The hotel employ all colored help. there are many negroes to be seen in the streets and one of the landmarks of the city is the auction block where in the days of slavery negroes were sold. It is now a band stand.
New Britain herald., 1914-04-03
HOTELS BURNED.

s5O0,0OO fire in this country isn't
 b a great calamity as to call for
 particularly extended comment,
 Ause fires are common and there
 e been many where the damages
 ehed as high as did the fire in St.
 gustine yesterday, but the latter believed to be the oldest city in United States and among the hgs destroyed were many curios ling back. to the time of Spanish E in that city. Practically all the [ldings in St. Augustine are of bd and once the fire gained any kdway it was difficult to subdue flames.
 bf the several buildings destroyed Ire four hotels, ih which there. were he 1000 guests, but the two prin- |al hotels, the Ponce de Leon and k Alcazar, believed to be the most hutiful structures of the kind in this lntry. escaped the flames. The fire, wever, will cause heavy loss aside pm the actual damages occasioned
 the blaze itself, for the reason at the place IS a winter resort and g larger part of the revenue comes pm tourists who spend the cooler onths of the year there. The cli- Ite even in the summer is not any
New Britain herald., 1914-04-03

The Massa chusetts house refuses to take action against the tango. The question was too big. The legislature is advised hereafter to stick to rail- roads. child labor and election laeys and other matters that can be settled at a snap of the dngers.-Brockton Times.
New Britain herald., 1914-04-03

This town is growing fast. Here it is so big and so busy that it lets 8 fire alarm box be moved whole 100 feet without d public hearing, a hulla- ba1oo, or a set of petitions and remon- strances. Good!-Waterbury Repub- lican.
New Britain herald., 1914-04-03

FACTS AND RANCHES.

Ogden Armour. the packer. says: "I do not look for q drop in prices of meats either this summer or even next winter. There will be no reduction in prices until there are more cattle in this country" Hurray for tariff re- form!--Waterbury American.
New Britain herald., 1914-04-03

The fact we are having twenty cent eggs and thirty cent butter possibly is cause for the dying out plea of back to- the farm. Figure out the profits to dealers and what the farmer gets and you will be able to decide for yourself what the farmer actually gets.-Middletown Penny Press.
New Britain herald., 1914-04-03

Our Infants Department on Second Floor should not be overlooked at Easter time. We have taken great pride in providing dainty things for the little tots, such as Coats, Dresses. Bonnets, Sweaters, Sacques, Bootees, Bibs, etc.
New Britain herald., 1914-04-03
Beads, Beads, Beads.

Everything seems to be beads. Sale of Bead Chains and Neck Laces Sat urday 25c and 49c each, regular soc and $1.00 values
New Britain herald., 1914-04-03

Easter Silk Gir1les and Sashes. 49c, 9Sc, $1.49, $1.9S each. In all colors. Ask to see the latest Ar gentina and Minnerette Girdles.
New Britain herald., 1914-04-03
Mems Furnishing Department.

Onyx" Silk Sox at 25c pair, soc values. Colors black tan, gray navy and white.
 IT you have not had any of these silk sox you have passed up the best silk hosiery values.
 See our new Crepe 4-in-Hand Ties at soc each.
 See the new Crepe Bat Ties, very hobby, at soc each. $1.OO and $1.5O "Lion Brand" Shirts. Saturday at 79c each.
 Made coat style with soft French cuffs This is a special offering by the manufacturer to the consumer to offer to his Lion Brand Shirt cus- toners this Easter special.
New Britain herald., 1914-04-03

|aaiy (sunda% excepted) at 4:1S ?. m. rrAld Building. e7 Church St.
New Britain herald., 1914-04-03

Dainty B1ouses of crepe de chine chiffons, crepes and silks, $2.49 ts $5.9S each. ....- ...
New Britain herald., 1914-04-03

D profitable advertising medium ID
 oNv r,...,,sxs.n hoolrs and preo0 5 Sm always open to Advartisers.
New Britain herald., 1914-04-03
Reliable Makes of Silk Hosiery.

Every wanted color in Women s Silk Hose. Priced soc, $1.OO, $1.5O, $2.OO pair.
New Britain herald., 1914-04-03

af the Post once at New Britain second Glass Mall Matter.
New Britain herald., 1914-04-03
MCmILLAN'S EASTER
 APPAREL
 and all the new aCCeSSOr- ies i that will give finish to
 a woman s costume

We simply ask you to see the new Easter Coats, Suits, Dresses and Blouses before making your purchase elsewhere. Our wearing apparel has that dainty touch of refinement such as is shown at specially shops, only that our prices are more moderate for the same High Standard Garments. Fashionable We'll Tailored Suits that any woman would be proud to wear. Priced 5000, $12.9s, $15.OO, $1S.OO to $33.OO.
New Britain herald., 1914-04-03

Time was when the caretaker of g. college dormitory was sweep" and knew not one day from another so far as his duties were concerned. Now as far as Columbia is concerned "he" is maid, and rebels against work ing seven days a week on six days pay. That's why good many of the students of Columbia have recently been getting their first lessons in bed making-New Haven Register.
 It is pleasure to be able to an- nounce that there are no restrictions placed upon the charter commission appointed by Mayor Rice of New Ha- ven and that they are empowered not only to amend the present charter of the Elm City so that it will be a modern and efficient instrument of government but to supersede 1t by one that will place the city under com mission government, if they feel that by so doing they will serve the best interests of the city. It is gratifying to learn that this is so for one can feel sure that the committee will be fmpelled by the success of commission government in other places to give it serious consideration for a trial in New Haven.-Ansonia Sentinel.
 Paint and powder on young girls faces seem to the average observer ridiculous when not repulsive. Super intendent Frank E. Guttridge of a lace manufacturing concern in Patchogue, Long Island, very evi- dently felt this way about it. For after enduring for some time the viv- i'd complexion display furnished each morning by a number of his employees he was moved to issue the ulti- matum: Wash your faces or lose your jobs." The result or this mas culine attempt to restrain the exer- else of the feminine right to get oneself up absurdly, will be awaited by the world impatiently. Our guess is that the order has been or soon will be rescinded.-Bridgep Stand ard.
New Britain herald., 1914-04-03

WOmen's Dresses for evening or outdoor wear. All colors, such as spring fashions dictate. Priced $2.98 to $35.OO.
New Britain herald., 1914-04-03

Detective Sergeant Melberger's course in spending a part of Monday afternoon with the pit of his stomach pressed against the muZzle of a re- volver which frantic man was try ing to fire was only detail in the performance of the routine duties ex- pected of detective sergeants in return for s1.4O0 per year.-Hartford Times.
 Iowa has a criminal who was pa- roled because of his record of eigh- teen years as United States marshal. His appreciation of his liberty is shown by shooting up a household and attempting robbery. Truly he must have had sufficient experience to have taught him better.-Norwich Bulletin.
New Britain herald., 1914-04-03

Wash BlouseS and Waists of fine swiss lawn, batistes, shadow laces and nets, 97c, $1.25, $1.49, $1.98 to $305.
New Britain herald., 1914-04-03

Best Waist bargains ever offered by us. ...-.s .--.
New Britain herald., 1914-04-03
BRITAIN HERALD

kALD PUBLIsHINo COMPANY. K Pr0priesoro.
The Sentinel=record., 1914-04-07
Personals

MT. Robert ]. Rhodes of Whiteyille. Tenn, is visiting his daughter, Mrs. C. NJ. Roberts.
 Miss Catherine Murphy. who chap eroned the Pine Bluff contestants to Hot Springs to take part in the tri' city contest, is a charming young lady, member of the Pine Bluff public school faculty. She was the guest ot Mrs Nita Barry Mallory while in the city
 Miss Nellie Leach of Pine Bluff has returned home after a brief visit as the guest of Miss Louise Petit
 Miss Etta Winters of Pine Bluff has returned home after brief visit, the guest of Miss Dale Williams
 Messrs Roe Brewster and Frank Byrd of Pine Bluff have returned home. They were the guests of Mrs. Paul Thompson and the w. F. Mas sey family while in the city.
 Attorney Earl Witt has returned to his home at Mt. Ida after a visit to his father, Prosecuting Attorney Clip Witt.
 l.. D. Cooper, Jr., has arrived from Ann Arbor university and will spend the Easter season visiting his father.
 Guy Wood of TeXarkana spent Sun day in the city on a visit to his mother, Mrs. !. B. Wood.
 Mir. and Mrs. A. J. Weckler, Chi cago, are guests at the Majestic hotel Mir Weckler is head of the Weckler Boa Co. He is a steady and consistent Hot Springs booster and has been coming here for the last 20 years. He is accompanied by his granddaughter, Mrs. H. p. Anderson. and will remain the balance of the month.
 The Chicago contingent at the Ma iestic hotel received the following additions: c. w. Reihm Mrs. B. J. McCleary. Mrs A. Lyman and Dr. and Mrs w. D. Firber.
 MT and Mrs. Marion D. Taylor of Louisville, Ky, are new arrivals at the Arlington and plan making a stay of from three to four weeks
The Sentinel=record., 1914-04-07
TO ABSORB FRECkLES
 AND OTHER BLEMlSH
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Every spring numerous inquiries are made by girls seeking some reli- able recipe for removing freckle7. Last year very favorable reports were received from many who had used mercolized wax during the frecklilg season. The wax seems to possess unusual properties which completely absorb the freckles, with no harmful effect. Tine compievion improves wonderfully. becoming as soft as a rose petal, and as delcately tinted. Get an ounce of mercolized wax at any druggists, spread a thin layer of it over the entire face every night for awhile, washing this off in the morning. For rough, spotty skin sal lowness, blackheads pimples and all cutaneous blemishes, this treatment is superior to any other.
 Sprngtime also brings wrinkles to many sensitive skins that are much exposed to winds and changing tenn peratures. To a half pint witch hazel add an ounce of powdered saXolite, which quickly dissolves. Bathe the face in this the effect on a wrlnkled skin is remarkable.
The Sentinel=record., 1914-04-07
NOVEL MASSAGE CREAM.
Perfect Skin Food That Removes
 Wrinkles and Clears CompIexion.

Perfect Skin Food That Removes
 Wrinkles and Clears Complexion.
 The most delicate skin will quick ly respond to the soothing and tonic effects of Hokara and when this pure skin cream is used. pimples ara soon thing of the past,
 AS a massage cream or after shaw ing it is unequaled, removing all irri- tations, and making the skin soft and velyety.
 Apply little to the hands or face after washing and surprise yourself with the dead skin that comes off.
 tHokara is the only antiseptic mas sage cream, and pimples. eczema and all skin blemishes soon disappear when it is used. Although far superior to the ordi nary massage creams and sold on a guarantee of best you ever used or money back" yet the price is a trifle, only 25 cents for a liberal jar; larger size, SOC.
 Sold on a guarantee by Sorrells Drug Co
The Sentinel=record., 1914-04-07
NEW FEET WHEN
 YOURS ARE TIRED
The Wonderful Foot-Joy, Speedway Will Make Your Weary SoIes
 Feel Fresh and Fine!

Put gladness into your feet-after the days hard work-by rubbing them a little with Speedway! Just forget your feet, in fact by removing all the pain-soothing out all the aches-with Speedway.
 Wonderful That is what all Speed way users say of this real road to quick relief It's as sure as fate, and as gentle as toilet water
 Like magic, Speedway takes away the burning, smarting and throbbine -almost instantly. Your feet are left cooled and refreshed, the aching gone, and you feel like new person.
 Try Speedway this very day! Buy a bottle the first minute you get a chance and lose no time in proving to your complete satisfaction that it is the one sure relief for suffering feet
 Speedway cannot stain the skin or the daintiest fabric. It cannot burn or blister. On the contrary, it sCothes and delights the moment 1t is applied. Rub thoroughly, full strength on your weary feet, or on any stiff joint. sprain or swelling. A. C. Jen nings, Druggist 10S Ouachita avenue and the Central Drug Store, eos Cen tral avenue, Hot Springs, Ark join the makers of Speedway in absolute ly guaranteeing it to do all that is claimed for it. It will give you relief and comfort, or you get your money back
 Buy a bottle today and know real foot comfort beginning tonight
The Sentinel=record., 1914-04-07

Hot Springs, and, now that Mr. lief iron has been able to come south, plans extending her visit until late April.
 Harold Shemwell of Birmingham, Ala, is paying his second visit of the season to the Arlington.
 w. T. Burnett of Vicksburg, Miss, is at the Arlington.
 Mrs. c. C. Tanner and Phil Elan. ner have joined the Aringtons smart Chicago colony and plan making a protracted visit. D. H. White and H. NJ. Wolbert of Memphis are registered at the Ar lington.
 MT. and Mrs. M. J.' Gibbons of Dayton have joined the Arlingtons fashionable Ohio wing. They plan making ubstantal stay. William T. Withers of Lexington, Ky, is registered at the Arlington.
 Mrs. ] J Dan of Chicago and Mrs. Margaret A. Bray of Oshkosh, Wis are new arrivals at the Arlington, bent upon making a stay of several eeks duration. C. l.. Mercer of San Antonio, Tex. is a quest at the Arlington.
 Mir and Mrs. J W. Dean of Little Rock are guests at the Arlington
 M. Gowan of Saginaw, Mich, is stopping at the Arlington.
 MT and Mrs. II. T. Daniels of Min neapolis, Minn., are at the Arlington. They plan making a stay Of from three to five weeks duration.
 Lee Mantle of Butte, Mont. is stopping at the Arlington.
 C. II. Hughes of Kansas City, Mo- is paying his third visit of the season to the Arlington. He is a confirmed champion of the Spa and always runs down whenever his business affairs will permit. MT. Hughes is nation ally famous in both the golfing and polo worlds and declares that the Hot Springs links are superior to Pine hurst's.
The Sentinel=record., 1914-04-07
Couch Medicine for Children.

Too much care cannot be used in selecting cough medicine for chil- dren. II should be pleasant to take, contain no harmful substance and be most effectual. Chamberlain's Cough Remedy meets these requirements and is a fayorite with the mothers of young children everywhere. For sale by all dealers.
The Sentinel=record., 1914-04-07

Sunday Conoerts.-Music lovers were afforded a treat out of the or dmary at the Arlington Sunday night when Prof. Richard Barton and his splendid orchestra rendered clearly their banner program of the season. Even standing room was at a pre- mium in the rOtunda when the march. "The Glorious Emblem" l.. Von der Mehden's spritely number, was played Then came the melodies from "The Tales of Hoffmann" Of fenbach's masterpiece was eXcep- tionally well rendered.
 Celloist Helndl registered a verit- able triumph when he gave A. Strel- ezki's "Jours de ,Bonheur," and then IT, Banks Silver Threads" by re- quest. Following the selection from Wagner's ''Lohengrin,' Prof. Barton vertically brought down the house with his violin solo. This rare musi- elan was heard at his best. First he rendered G. Handel's Largo and as an encore Masenets "Thais.' He