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New Britain herald., 1914-05-12
VISITING NURSES INCORPORATE. Organization Will Do PhilanthrOpic
 and Charitable Work Locally.

A certificate of incorporation was filed With the city clerk today by the Visiting Nurses association. The in- corporators are Estelle Corbin Wet more, Mrs. Walter H. Hart, Blanche Squier Nicholas, Mrs. Elbridge M. Wightman, Mrs. A. G. Decatur, Mrs. J. E. Martin, Kate M. Brooks. Anna G. Carter, Mrs. A. W. Bacon, Mrs. William E. Atwood, Majorie A. Par sons and Lillie B. Skinner.
 The purpose of the association is to provide competent nurses to visit homes of such persons as do not need or are not able to secure resident nurses, to give instructions in sani- tation and the care of the sick and to furnish by loan or otherwise neces- sites for the sick room and generally to engage in any other philanthropic or charitable enterprises.
New Britain herald., 1914-05-12
SHAPIRO AND ROSE
 ON WITNESS STAND
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swear that Webber and Vallon, not the gunmen, were in the car, but he had refused. f

swear that Webber and vallon, not the gunmen, were in the car, but he had refused.
 Jack Rose Testifies.
 Jack Rose took the stand. He gave his occupation as lecturer and writer. Under questioning by the dis trict attorney he told how he first met Becker in 1911 when Becker was head of the strong arm squad. He appeared entirely composed, and spoke without hesitation, even letting his eyes rest directly on Becker. Neither man changed expression.
 Rose Describes Banquet.
 Rose described a New Years ban- quet at the Elks' club. Becker he said, ''went up behind Rosenthal, who was sitting next to his wife. He placed his arms around Rosenthal and said to Mrs. Rosenthal: You don't have to worry any more. I'll take care of him from now on. Every thing is all right Then Becker turned to me and said: I think Rosen- tbal is all right. He hasn't been treated just right, but he'll do the proper thing now and we won't have any more trouble.'"
 Rose also told of alleged meetings between Rosenthal and Becker at the latter's home and at other places.
 Relates Alleged Conversation. Rose related alleged conversations with Becker regarding Rosenthars ef- forts to induce Becker to become a partner with him in the formers gam bling house in 45th street. Rose said he advised Becker against it, tell ing him that while the house might pay, there never would be any divi- dend paid. Later Becker, according to the witness, said he had decided to lend Rosenthal $1,500 and take a chattel mortgage on the house for se- curity. Becker, Rose said, was to re- ceive twenty-five per cent. for his in- vestment, Rose to make the collec- tions.
 After the house had been running a month. Rose went on, Becker want ed money "Te. reminded him that had said there would never be cent in dividends. Well, there better be- Becker said, 'or I'll close him up and he'll never open again in this town.' Complaints Were Made.
 ''He told me complaints had begun to come into headquarters about the place and asked me to get Rosentha1 to stand for a friendly raid. When I explained this to Herman, he said Do you think I'm fool '' Everybody knows Becker is my part ner, and to have my partner raid me would make me the laughing stock of New York;.
New Britain herald., 1914-05-12
DEATHS AND FUNERALS.
Robert Francis.

After having spent the whole sev- enty-eight years of his life in town of Newington, Robert Francis, one of it's venerable citizens, died at his home yesterday afternoon. He was the son of Robert Francis, who was also native of Newington and Mary Toby Francis his mother being from the famous Nantucket family of that name. Mr. Francis was born on Oc- tober IT., 1885. He is survived by his wife and one daughter, Mrs. Harry s. Damon, whose husband, a local busi- ness man, died only few weeks ago.
 The Rev. Herbert Macey, pastor of the Newington Congregational church, will officiate at the funeral tomorrow afternoon at o'clock and interment will be in Fairview cemetery.
New Britain herald., 1914-05-12
FINANCIAL NEWS
STANDARD STOCKS
 SLIGHTLY HIGHER No General Trend Apparent in
 Market Trade.

New York, May 12, Wall Street, 1O:45 a. m.-Most of the standard stocks opened slightly higher today, but the demand was light and the up- ward swing attained no force. Few orders were awaiting execution and trading was unusually dull. Missouri Pacific was sold on the announcement after the close yesterday of the plan for extending the roads notes. After opening one-quarter higher, the stock reacted l 5-8, to within d fraction of the recent low level. Weakness of this issue caused sympathetic shading of prices elsewhere, but re- sessions were slight. During the first half hour fluctuations were narrow and irregular and no general trend was apparent.
 Close-The market closed steady to- day. Speculation was listless, with prices variably changing on an un- usually narrow movement. Covering purchases produced a firmer tone in the final trading, but the demand was meagre, and limited to a handful of stocks.
 The following quotations are fur nished by c. Edward Graf, stock broker, National Bank building. NF. N. Gilfllan. local manager:
New Britain herald., 1914-05-12
CHANGED SUNDAY SCHOOL HOUR Swedish Lutheran Church Children
 Will Meet at $50 A. M

It was learned today that the vote taken Sunday by the children of the Swedish Lutheran church Sunday school on the matter of altering the time of the session hour, was unani- mously in favor of having the time of meeting changed from immediately after the church morning worship to 9:30 A. M. In Accordance with vote taken previously by the Sunday school board, the wishes of the chil- dren will be considered, and the change will go into effect next Sum day.
 While not definitely decided as yet the change may be permanent.
New Britain herald., 1914-05-12
KIBBE GETS LAWYER.

Superintendent George F. Kibbe of the town home. whose resignation has been asked for by the board of chari- ties, has engaged w. w. Hyde of Hartford to fight his case. Two in- mates of the town home, Patrick Gill ligan of Newington and Thomas Cav anaugh of this city, have decided to leave the institution Both, it is said arrived at their decision because of the demand made on Superintendent Kibbe. It is also said, however, that Cavanaugh had decided to leave be- fore the resignation was demanded because too much "mush" was served at the meals. He is said to have made the statement to friend that all they had to eat at the home is ''mush, mush,e mush, nothing but - mush." .-.
New Britain herald., 1914-05-12
TO SAVE EYES
Is the Object of This Free Prescrip- tion.-Try It If Your Eyes
 Give You Trouble.

Thousands of people suffer from keye troubles because they do not
 know what to do. They know some good remedy for every other minor bailment, but none for their eye trou- .bles. They neglect their eyes because the trouble is not sufficient to drive { them to an eye specialist, who would anyway. charge them heavy fee. As "a last resort they go to an optician or Ito the five and ten cent store, and Ioftentimes get glasses that they do mot need, or which, after being used two or three months, do their eyes |more injury than good. Here is a simple prescription that every one should use:
 5 grains Optona q tablet.) ~2 ounces water.
 SUse three or four times a day to batlle the eyes. This prescription and the simple Optona system keeps (the eyes clean, sharpens the vision Aand quickly overcomes inflammation
 nd irritation; weak, watery, over-
 worked, tired eyes and other similar
 troubles are greatly benefited and
 oftentimes cured by it's use Many reports show that wearers of glasses have discarded them after a few
 weeks use. It is good for the eyes and contains no ingredient which
 would injure the most sensitive eyes
 of an infant or the aged. Any drug gist can fill this prescription prompt
 ly. Try it and know for once what real eye comfort Is.
New Britain herald., 1914-05-12
Will Cease HOstilities.

Vera Cruz, May 12.-While the Mexican commissioners are enroute to attend the peace conference at Mia gara Falls, Canada, and during the sessions of the conference, there will be no inauguration of hostilities by the American forces here, and there is no reason to believe that the Mexican fcderals will advance their lines
 The recent charge by General Blan- quet that the Americans were break ing an armistice caused General Fun ston to confer with his legal adviser, Colonel Porter. General Funston and Colonel Porter agreed that while there exists actually no armistice or truce, either implying hostilities, which none Eut President Huerta admits there is tacit understanding that neither side will inaugurate hostilities. So far as this agreement affects the movement of troops within their own lines, General Funston and Colonel Porter declared that both the Mexicans and American forces had this right It is expected that President Huerta will move some of the Mexican troops toward the coast, and behind the American lines such minor changes of position as are required will con- tinue to be made. The interpretation placed upon the agreement by Gen. eral Funston and Colonel Porter would permit of unlimited strengthen ing of both the Mexican and Ameri- can forces so long as no advance was made
 Slight Alterations Made.
 Slight alterations were made today in the position of the American forces to which the Mexican authori- ties might find objection, but which gre regarded by General Funston and Colonel Porter as justified beyond any question of dispute. At the Tejara Water Works station there was a de- tached outpost Between this post and the main body of troops there were only connecting posts, but on account of the absolute necessity of protecting the water supply of Vera Cruz patrols weer ordered to be placed all along the pipe line.
 The water supply is as plentiful as ever but the increasing population due tc the influx of refugees has made it's conservation one of the most impor- tant matters to be considered by General Funston.
 Several Schools Re-Opened.
 Several schools re-opened today in addition to those which were re- established yesterday and the depart ment of public health and police con- tinued their work of restoring the city to normal conditions. The work of tie native officers has been quite satis- factory, according to Captain Bam- ford, head of the police department. Thus far the native officers have escaped the disapproval of their fel- low cOuntrymen except in a few in- stances where they were made the victims of jeers and taunts. When such instances occurred the prompt
New Britain herald., 1914-05-12
BUILDING INSPECTOR BUSY.

Building Inspector Arthur N. Ruth-' erford has received the following aplk plications: Thomas J. Kilduff, to make alterations on house at 791 Corr
 bin avenue at a cost of $40O; Edward Was, alterations on old Mullaney cigar factory on Winter street at cost Of
 $500; J. J. Woods, alterations at house 317 Elm street at cost of 1885; Mrs. Thomas Considine, to build garage at 69 Hartford avenue at cost of $150; Tony Naples, to build store at 66 Cherry street at cost of $500. 1, Building Inspector Rutherford gave J. : J. Donahue permission to erect a one family house on Carlton street at an expense of $3,000. r.
New Britain herald., 1914-05-12
|tW HAVEN SYSTEM \ IN CANAL LOBBY
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raying then, just as they are pray ng now, for a rest.'
 s"Did you pay the Hill Town asso-
 latioe1 s,ooo?" .r.
 T did not -z
 ssc Hill Town Association.
 s.yThe Hill Town association con-
 |nued MT. Folk, TT will say for your Information, purported to be an asso- kiation of people, and it was financed (by the. New Haven road.''
 '"That might have been,'' said the witness.
 A'What do you know about the &C.,
 ivities of 1nnis and Turtle?"
 Ennis and Turtle received any where from $12,0O0 to $15,O00 for work they did among various associa : tions of people in Massachusetts and Elsewhere
 'Did they make a report of their EMork? ?''
 ..I Know they did report, but about the character of the report I know hothing."
 Were any itemized bills presented . by Innis and Turtle?'' rs Work of General Character. l s',I think not. Their work, as I re- call it, was of a general character among civic bodies which had mani tfested interest in the railroad situa- tion."
 rDid they act as attorneys for the kroad?"
 "Nos1 in the sense that others act tedy, said MT. Byrnes. '"Their work was along different lines."
 srThen for all the thousands of dol
 srs paid them they never went into :ourt?' suggested MT. Folk.
 f-sNo, think they never appeared InEcottrt."
 ea Paid for Study.
 Questioned as to the employment of NV. s. McNary of Boston, MT. Byrnes said McNary was given about $1,000 mainly for making 8 careful study of the probable effect of the Grand Trunk railroad coming into Boston, which was being considered. ~'..MeNary was an expert on trans portation matters" said MT. Byrnes. missioner by the governor. He made reports to us and advised that the New Haven cooperate in bringing the Grand Trunk into Boston. He had made speeches for years before cham (bsrs of commerce. trade bodies and similar organizations sIn response to further questioning MT. 3yrnes said that McNary gener- kally. spoke in the interest of the pub klic.a At the time he did not hold
New Britain herald., 1914-05-12
LEGALLY DEAD.
MrJ. Shepherd, Wife of Charles Shcp. herd Is Living in Bridgeport.

Bridgeport, Conn, May 12.-Mre. Alice Shepherd, wife of Charles Shep- herd who was declared legally deal yesterday by the probate court m London, is living in this city with her two daughters. She gave up tn. search for her husband more than a year ago when the probate court of Ansonia presumed him dead.
 Mrs. Shepherd says she has not re- ceived the slightest trace Of the miss- ing man since he left their home in Ansonia on December 6, 1900, on . short business trip to New York. sns believes he met with foul play, for he carried with him at the time be- tween $500 and $1,000. The probate action is taken in England in order to settle the husbands claim to an estate in Sheffield. The estate, Mrs. Shepherd declares, is not large one.
New Britain herald., 1914-05-12
PlainVille News
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held in the parish house tomorrow evening at 7:30.
 Stephen Disco of New Canaan has accepted a position in H. A. James, store.
 The parish guild of the Church of Our Saviour will meet for work Thursday afternoon at 2:30. Supper will be served at o'clock. In the evening at 7:45 o'clock there will be a meeting of the Girls Friendly so- ciety.
 Mrs. Chloe A. Warren of this place, national senior vice president of the Women's Relief corps, will preside at the state convention of the organiza- ton to be held in Waterbury on May IA or IS. Mrs. Ida Mcbride, of In- diana, the national president, has sent word that she will be unable to attend and Mrs. Warren will act in her stead
New Britain herald., 1914-05-12
Advice Worth $1, ,OOO.

public office but was a clerk in a fur niture store.
 Advice Worth $1,O0O.
 Did you consider the advice of a clerk in 8 furniture store worth $1,- O00?'' asked Mir. Folk.
 Well, the state of Massachusetts seems to value his services"
 It was testified that McNary dur ing the time he was paid by the New Haven was making addresses before various organizations in which he de- nounced the New Haven road.
 1.-The money paid to McNary by the New Haven,'' said MT. Byrnes, twas entirely for advice regarding the Grand Trunk situation and the general traffic possibilities of Boston,"
 You didn't pay him to keep quiet?'
 'The money paid him did not change his attitude
 The witness, asked if he had any connection with any Panama canal bill, answered that he had not.
New Britain herald., 1914-05-12
HELD FOR ROBBERY.
Thomas Clark and George Murray Charged With Rifiing Ticket once.

Somersworth, N H., May 12.- Thomas Clark and George Murray, claiming to live at Detroit, Mich, and Stamford, Conn.,, respectively, today were held for the grand jury for ai- legged robbery of the Boston and Maine railroad ticket office at Sal. mon Falls. The men were arrested on charges of intoxication at Law renee, Mass, last Saturday, when a search of their clothing revealed | quantity of railroad tickets
New Britain herald., 1914-05-12
City Mems

Food Sale Sat-, St. Mark 's.---advt.
 Ground was broken yesterday for the new pre-vocational school.
 The Ladies' Temperance society of St. Mary's church will meet Thursday evening.
 "Colonel's Maid' in Berlin Wed. eve. -advt.
 Peter Galimberti has sold property at the corner of West and Short streets to Annie Hajos.
 Proller & F'eldblum have filed with the city clerk notice of their inten- ton to sell their clothing store at II Lafayette street to Fred Bendza.
 There will be an anniversary re- duiem mass for Matthew Cunning at St. Mary'ss church tomorrow morning at o'clock.
 The VI T. U. will have meet ing and Social at the Y. M c. A. to- morrow evening at o'clock, to which thespublic is invited.
 Court Friendly whist Thurs. eve.- advt., 5f
 The city. building commission met this afterno noon at o'clock to award the contract for the erection of a par- tition to divide the room now used by the board of health. Arrangements were made for providing quarters for the plumbing inspector.
 Pasquale Toseano has filed 6 bond for a deed for property owned by Leonard Carbone on FarmingtOn ave- nue. 4s1s S>o.
 Alex Proventgos has been arrested for assault on Arthur LaFlamme in the pool room in the Bronson block On Main street. The alleged assault occurred last evening in free for all fight.
 Food Sale Sat-, St. Mark 's-advt.
 MT. and Mrs. Howard Wilson have returned from their wedding trip.
 The Junior Employed Boys defeated the Senior Employed last night in a close game of indoor baseball, to 3. Tonight the Junior Employed meet the Intermediates.
 Daniel J. Fitzpatrick, the popular member of the Pastime A. C., has accepted a position at Moran's garage.
 The Hartford High-New Britain High tennis match which was sched- uled for this afternoon at Walnut Hill park has been )Ipostboned to Thurs day.
 Principal French of the Grammar school has received word from Robert Logan of Hartford that he will be unable to give the lecture sched- uled for Thursday at the school:
 w. w. Leland of the Besse-Leland company, has returned from a trip to Syracuse where he attended the open ing of another one of the systems stores in which he is generally inter- ested. .s
 Sir Francis Drake lodge, S. of St. G., will hold an important meeting on Thursday evening at 2 o'clock at which officers for the coming year will be nominated. Mayor George A. Quigley will speak at the supper fol- lowing the business meeting.
 Court Friendly whist Thurs. eve.- advt.
 The Bears class of the Turner so- c1ety will meet the Hartford Bears in Hartford Wednesday evening. The teams will clash on the handball court and a close contest is expected. The local delegation is to leave on the 7:3O "dinky.''
 "ColoneTs Maid" in Berlin Wed. eve. -advt.
 Food Sale Sat-, St. Mark 's.-adyt.
New Britain herald., 1914-05-12
MAJ. GEN. HALL DEAD
Veteran of Civil War Will Be Buried
 at Portland, Me.

Washington, May 12.-Arrange- ments were made here today for the funeral of Major General Charles B. Hall, U. S. A., retired, aged 70, who died yesterday of heart disease. Gen. eral Hall was ! veteran of the Civil War and before his retirement in 1908 was in command of the army school and staff college at Fort Leav- enworth.
 Burial will be at Portland, Maine.
New Britain herald., 1914-05-12
Walter Wilke.

Walter Wilke, step-father of Mrs. Frederick Tomlinson of Greenwood street died at the Hartford hospital last night at the age of seventy-fve years. He was an old resident of Rockville where he belonged to the Masons and Odd Fellows.
New Britain herald., 1914-05-12
CRITICAL CONDITION.
Victim of Explosion at Gas Works
 Lies at Point of Death.
Jack Rose Testifies.

Hartford, May 12.-1t was said at noon today that Carl Nelson, the most severely injured of the quartet burned in an explosion at the gas works late Monday afternoon, was m a critical condition with the outcome in doubt.
 The skin hung from his face and arms in shreds. Wm. Donnelly. an other victim, is resting comfortably. The other two were not seriously hurt, although one, Wm. Hays, lost prac- tically all his hair.
New Britain herald., 1914-05-12
roo LATE FOR CLASSIFICATION

letter press, office cabinets. Can be seen between Il and l o'clock.
 Room 23, Booths Block 25O Main street, city. 5-12-2dx
New Britain herald., 1914-05-12
MUSICIANS TO DINE.

The Y M. c. A. orchestra will be given a banquet at z o'clock this evening by the association authorities After the dinner the members will have d theater party at the Lyceum.
New Britain herald., 1914-05-12
LUTHER LEAGUE IN
 ANNUAL CONVENTION
Mayor Frank A. Coles Welcome Delegates to MiddIetown.-Noted
 Speakers Address Assembly.

Middletown, Conn.,, May 12.-Luth- erans gathered here today from varl- ous parts of the state for the ninth annual convention of the State Luther league, which was held at St. PauPs German Lutheran church. Sessions were held during the morning and af- ternoon. The closing meeting will take place tonight.
 Among the speakers were Mayor Frank A. Coles, who welcomed the delegates, Rev. John Kopp of Port Chester, N. Y., Rev. o. E.. Heyden- rich of Hartford and Rev. Paul A. Kirsch of Meriden. #.s,
New Britain herald., 1914-05-12
WILSON CONFIDENT OF
 NED|AT0RS' SUCCESS
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of the American embassy in Mexico City, was expected to have an inter view with President Wilson today. As sociate Justice Lamar of the supreme court and former Solicitor-General Lehman, named as /. the American mission to the Niagara Falls confer ence, hoped to take up immediately with the president and .% Secretary Bryan. the appointment of their as- sistants. @ -..'
 The steamer Kronprinzessin Cecilie with the Mexican delegates aboard will reach Key West during the week. When she sailed from Vera Cruz late yesterday she had on board arms and ammunition consigned to President Huerta which she was not permitted to land at Mexican ports. st Mediators to Leave. :. >.
 The envoys of Argentina, Brazil and Chile expected to leave Washington later in the week to complete the hnal program for the meeting at Mi agara Falls.
 Washington, May 12.-Senor On- vera, the Brazilian minister in Mexico City, has informed the state depart ment that the Mexican government mas ordered the immediate release of Vice Consul John R. Silliman, held a prisoner at Saltillo. The minister added that as soon as Mr. Silliman reached Mexico City he would obtain foI him safe conduct to Vera Cruz.
 Sixteen Zaptistas Killed.
 Admiral Howard, commanding the American fleet off the west coast of Mexico, today reported a battle be- tween Mexican federals and Zapata revolutionists twenty miles from Acapulco, in which sixteen Zaptistas were killed.
 The fighting at Mazatlan continued, the report said.
New Britain herald., 1914-05-12
Neal Reported Safe.

Walter Neal, an American, wounded by federals recently near El Favor mine, is now safe with his family aboard the cruiser Maryland at Man. zanillo, according to a wireless mes- sage received today from that vessel. Neal confirmed the report of an at tack on the mine April 26 and the killing of c. B. Hoadley, an American, ard of G. E. Williams, an Englishman. Desultory fighting continues at Mazat- Ian. ...
New Britain herald., 1914-05-12
Town Is Eyacmted.

On Board U. S. s. California, Mazat- Ian, Mexico, May II. by Wireless to San Diego, Cal, May 2.-Mexican federal troops defending San Bias, a seaport half way between Mazatlan and Manzanillo. have evacuated the town. It is understood they were or dered by Huerta to proceed to Mexico City to strengthen the force there. It is believed troops at other points on the west coast will be ordered to the capital.
 Americans in the Yaqui Valley, re- assured, by the cordial attitude of the constitutionalists have decided to re- main on their ranches. General Obre- gon is said to have guaranteed pro- tection