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New Britain herald., 1915-02-06
F. M. DOOLITTLE GETS
 DIVORCE FROM WIFE
Mrs. Ellen NJ. Hart of Ncwington Also Gets Decree from Her Husband
 in Superior Court.
in Superior Court.

Frederick M. Dooittle of this city. when he appeared before Judge M. A. Shumway in the superior court yester- day to tell why he wanted divorce from his wife, Mrs. Mary sharon Doolittle, said, "she told me all her troubles and I got sorry for the girl" He declared he had known her but two weeks when he married her ard did not really love her. She played upon his sympathies and lured him into popping the question, then nailed him.
 The couple were married on April 2S, 1913, and the following day the newly married wife left her spouse. She sent him a letter, which was in troduced in court, in which she said that she was sorry she had been sucn a fool without a mind of her own, and asked Doolittle to stay away from her.
 Furthe CT testimony was given which reflected on the girls character, but her husband gave none of it, saving he knew nothing about her. After considering the case a decree of ab- solute divorce was granted.
 A divorce was also granted to Mrs. Ellen M. Hart of Newington against M. H. Hart of Pennington. The wife was given the custody of three chill dren and her husband was rdered to pay her s4 a week for their support.
New Britain herald., 1915-02-06
SUCCESSFUL CHARITY DANCE.
Held by Clerks of McMilIan's Dept.
 Store Last Night.

One of the largest crowds seen at a dance this season attended the dance and social given by clerks of the McMiIlan store last night in Booths hall The affair was suc- cess both financially and socially and it is expected that a goOdly sum will be realized The proceeds will be given towards local charity institu- tions.
 The hall was artistically decorated for the occasion with buntings and streamers, the color scheme being light green and white. The chande- Heres were trimmed With floral dec orations. Judd's orchestra furnished the music for fourteen dances. A . concert was given by them preced- ing the dance and was very much ap- preciated. Later in the evening re- freshments were served during which victrOla selections were given.
New Britain herald., 1915-02-06
SUBURBAN SERVICE
 SCHEDULE CHANGED
New Haven Road Announces Several More Changes in Official
 Time Table.

On the new time card of Februar,' 14, train No. 111 now leaving Wa terbury at 12:11 D. m. for Danbury which was to be withdrawn will be continued on present schedule Mon days to Fridays inclusive, but will not run February 22 and May 31.
 Suburban train now leaving New Britain 7:30 a. m. for Hartford will start from Bristol at 30 stopping at FOrestville 6:37. Plainville 6:44 due New Britain 6:57, Elmwood 7:12 and Hartford 7:22 a. m. The train leav- Ing at 6:o2 will leave at 6:05 due Hartford 6;34 D. m.
 The train leaving Hartford $40 p. m. will run three minutes later and will be extended, due plainville 7:13, Forestville 7:17 and Bristol 7:23 D. m.
New Britain herald., 1915-02-06
NOT TO HIRE TAXING EXPERT.
Majority of Finance Committee 0p
 posed to Such a Course.

The legislative committee on fi- nance, at an executive meeting in Hartford on Thursday afternoon, vot- cd to support the bill introduced on Wednesday by House Chairman Mil ton C. Isbell of Ansonia giving them authority to employ an expert on tax es to assist them in their work The bill met with opposition in both the house and the senate and was held up in tho latter branch, The bill wal viewed with considerable suspicion be- cause, while sponsored by Senator Wadhams and Representative Isbell. the senate and house chairman TO. spectively. it was introduced without the Knowledge of many of the other mem bers of the finance committee.
 While the committee went so far as to agree generally 10 support the bill, members admitted yesterday that the ma aiority of the committee are op- posed to the employment Of an expert and will not agree to such course. They will stand aside and let tho resolution be put th rough. however SO aH not to cause an open breach. Thar the committee will never tako advan- tago of the authority which the reso- lution proposes 10 confer is tholr claim.
New Britain herald., 1915-02-06
BOY SCOUTS CONVENTION.

Hartford, Feb. 6.--The Boy Scouts of Connecticut will gather in Hart ford on Washington's birthday, FeD- ruary 22. for a celebration that will be one of the most complete and elab- crate in the history of the organization in this state. The program includes conference in the morning at which the most prominent men in the move ment both in this state and national circles, will he present and speak, and p tournament in the afternoon at the Gtate arrmory in which picked teams from all the troops will compete fo. medals of honor.
New Britain herald., 1915-02-06
NATURALIZATION MEETING.
Local Russians to Teach Countrymen to Become Citizens.

monthly meeting of the Russian row evening at 7:30 o'clock in Dud = jack hall on Sexton street The purpose of this club is to teach for eigners of Russian nationality the rudiments of naturalizati tioD The prospective citizens are taught read ing, writing and civics.
 The meeting tomorrow will lay special stress upon preparation for those who have already secured their first papers and are about to take examination to become citizens of the United States. Lectures will be given to strengthen the party and make it strong organization in this city. Refreshments will be served after the meeting.
New Britain herald., 1915-02-06
LAND AMERICAN AMBULANCE.
British Army Surgeons Inspect Quar-
 tcrs at \cuiIIy

Paris Feb. 6, 5:25 q. m.--A rcpu- tation of British army surgeons who visited tho American ambulance at Neuilly, expressed themselves as deep ly impressed with the perfection or the arrangements made for the care of wounded. After an inspection Of the wards, brief addresses were made by Sir Almroth Wright. Sir Berkeley Moynihan and Dr. Alexis CarreI
 comparison between the progress made in the sciences of killing and curing was drawn by Dr. Carrol who declared the gunmakers and engineers had beaten the phNeicians.
New Britain herald., 1915-02-06

received in Main street saloon. He remarked that Smith was "a lucky dog,' whereupon the latter accused him of calling him bad names and wanted to fight.
 Outside the two mixed it up and were arrested.
 Smith declared that Hurley had called him names and had started all the trouble
 Judge Meskill sent Hurley to jail for thirty days and Smith for sixty days.
 Small Boys in Chambers.
 Five small boys, Frank Tudza, Frank I1gan. Wadlislaw Konich, Theodore Marsula and Branislaw Garda were in chambers. charged with stealing number of sleds from private residences and one from H. L. Mills hardware store. The gang was rounded up last night by Officer Will liam Hart. All of the boys admitted the theft and said they were sorry. After having the riot act read to them they were placed on probation and ordered to return the sleds to their owners. The youngsters agreed, glad to escape being sent to the reform school, the terrors of which were wildly told to them
 Other Cases on Docket.
 Anthony Piltz was arrested on East Main street last night by Officer Me- Grath. Prosecutor Klett asked him if he had been drinking liquor last night.
 NO, I just had few drops of heer.' replied Piltz.
 He was sent to jail for thirty days.
 A fine of $5 for drunkenness was imposed on Joseph Plant, an elderly man who was arrested by Officer Cos grove at the police station last even ing. For the past two nights the man has been coming to the police station drunk and asking for lodging. He told the court that he has been supporting his old mother in Union- vile.
 The adjourned case of Mrs. Katie Ohersko versus Steve Zulicha, in which the latter is charged with as- saulting the former. was again con- tnued. this time until February 15. Mrs. Obersko is still sick in bed.
New Britain herald., 1915-02-06

| toned for inspector of the construc- ton of the Vocational High school The position will carry with a salary of s1,500.
 Mir. and Mrs Algot E. Rudeen of Oneida, Illinois, are rejoicing over the birth of daughter. Mrs. Rudeen was formerly Miss Signc Hultberg of this city.
 The Redmen's character minstrels will meet Sunday afternoon at ? o'clock All members are requestet d to attend.
 Indianola council. No. 1o. D. of P, will hold a drill and rehearsal Sun day afternoon in Judas hall at 2:30 sharp. All members of the degree team are requested to attend. The Catholic Womens Benevolent Legion will meet this evening at s o'clock in the vestry of St. Mary's church. All members are urged to attend
 Miss Ethel Mount entertained a sleigh party from Middletown con- sitting of twelve couples at her home on Hart street last evening.
 Reserved seat tickets for Russian Honeymoon exchangeable at Crow ell's Monday eve, 7:30-advt.
 Martin Kata, of Bristol, reports to the police that on Wednesday night he attended a wedding here. He drank too freely and accepted Andrew Osgars invitation to spend the night with him. During the early morn- ing hours Andrew abstracted $2O from his clothes, says the Bristol man.
 The following reductions in assess ments were asked for of the board of relief yesterday. Eric w. Carlson, 123 Black Rock avenue assessed for s6,50O and $500 reduction wanted; Teresa Stefnick, 112 and 120 Jubilee street, wants reduction on $2.700 as sessment; Edward T. Walsh, Kensing- ton avenue, assessed for $3,000 and $500 reduction wanted
 Don't miss the Turner's fiftieth an- niversary masquerade ball Lynchs orchestra, ten pieces. Adm. soc, Fri, Feb. 12, 1915. Turner Hall Arch St.
 -advt.
 A daughter has been born to MT. and Mrs. George Booth of S4 Camp street. Chief R. M. Dame of the fire department is now twice a grand father.
 At the annual banquet and meeting of the Roger Williams club of the Baptist church last night the follow ing officers were elected: President IT. l.. Foster; vice. president, Donald M. Bell; secretary, A. w. Screen; treas urer Fl. F.. McKenney; leader, w. H. Meagley.
 A shoe chance at Sloan Bros clearance sale.-advt.
New Britain herald., 1915-02-06
NOT INJURED AT LtNDERS'

Through a misunderstanding at the time it was announced in the news papers that Frank Cushings of Brls- to was injured in the factory yard at Landers, Frary X Clarll's on Decem- Der II, and suffered dsloca ted shoulder. The facts of the case as explained today, are that MT. Cush- ings, who is employed at Ianders, but who lives in Bristol was walking into the yard at No. 35 Union street Bris- tol, when he fell over pile of rub bish that was not guarded by q light disocating his shoulder.
New Britain herald., 1915-02-06
METHODIST SOCIAL
 UNION MEETS HERE
Rev. pr. C. p. Mains, Former Local
 Pastor, Gives Address.

Hartford, Middletown, Meriden, Bristol, Plainville, Berlin and Ken sington Methodist churches were rep- resented last night when the Meth odist Social Union of Connecticut held it's meeting in the local Meth odist church. At 6:3o o'clock the ladies served a bountiful supper and later in the evening Rev. pr. George P. Mains. of New York but formerly of this city, delivered an interesting address.
 Anniversary Invitation Extended.
 A business session was held at which Rev. w. w. Winans, of Hart ford, presided. Morgan Morgans, of this city, invited the visiting Meth odists to attend the twenty-f1fth anni- versary exercises in commemoration of the laying of the cornerstone of the local church, which will be ob served on April 13 to IS, following the session of the New York east con- ference. A rising vote ot thanks was given to the ladies and Rev. r. H. l.. Hammond, of Hartford, was chosen to convey it to the gentler sex. The evenings program opened in the auditorium With prayers by Rev. G. B. Neumann. of Essex, and Mrs. How ard F. Horton sang T Heard the Voice of Jesus Say" She was accom- panied by Harry Burdick.
 Announcement was made by the Rev. Mr. Scarborough, of Hartford, that next Friday, Saturday and Sun day the Methodist Flying Squadron, headed by ex-Governor Hanley, of Indiana, will visit Hartford and the New Britain Epworth Leaguers were invited to attend, especially since the secretary of the league is to give an address.
 Rev. Dr. Mains Talk.
 Rev. pr. Mains was the principal speaker of the evening and he talked on the business side of the Meth odist church, being unusually well qualified since for the past eighteen years he has been manager of the Methodist Book Concern. In beginning his talk pr. Mains recalled the three years during which he was pastor in this city and was pleased in looking over the audience to recognize several of his old flock "Methodist's Greatest Institution" was the subject on which he spoke. Next May will mark the 126th anniversary of existence for the Methodist Book Concern, it being the oldest and strongest religious pub fishing house in the world, even though it had been weakened by three bad fires. Throughout the early years of the organization pr. Mains traced the energetic and courageous efforts of the Methodists and he also paid high tribute to John Wesley, who de- livered 45OOO sermons and wrote thirty-five volumns.
 The Methodist Book Concern wac given birth when a poor pioneer cir cult rider, whose life savings amount ed to $500, loaned 1t to start the or ganization. During the first year twentv-nine publications were issued. Today the concern has a paid up capital of s6,00O,0o0 and no debts. During the early years the concern paid the salaries of the Methodist bishops and for many years past it has paid its profits into the fund to support superannuated clergNmen. The amounts paid out yearly to the superannuated clergymen is S3,6Oo,- 000
New Britain herald., 1915-02-06
K. OF C. GATHERING.
Local Knights to Have Whist and
 Social

Members of the Knights of Coum- bus and their friends are looking for ward 10 a very pleasant time on next Wednesday evening when the Knights of Columbus club. assisted by ladies from the Daughters of Isabella and the Daughters of Castle. will give it's first whist and social in Booths hall
 Tickets have been sent to all mem bers of the three local councils and if is expected that this will be one of the largest gatherings. of knights New Britain has had for some time
New Britain herald., 1915-02-06
NO POSTAL EXTENSION. Washington Thinks Kensington Ave nue Route Is Not Needed at Present.

Postmaster Ira E. Hicks has re- ceived word from Washington that the proposed carrier extension through Kensington avenue is not needed. But nine families would be served and it would make about a half hours additional work for the postman.
 Postmaster Hicks has just com pleted his report for the month of January. The receipts for January. 1915, were $10,456.96. In January, 1914, they were S12,6S2.79
New Britain herald., 1915-02-06
Y. w. C. \. NOTES.

The Sunday afternoon vesper ser vice at the Y. w. C. A. tomorrow at 4:30 will have Mrs. Marcus White as speaker. her subject being "Mendels- sohn." Music will be both vocal and instrume mental. and tea served at J:3o. All young women arc cordially in- Nited.
New Britain herald., 1915-02-06
TUIs WILL INTEREST unrtIu.u

Mother GraS's Sweet Powders for Childron- a certain rellef Tor feTerishness Heaaseha Bad stomach, Teethine Disorders ,pnvs and regulate the Bowels and destroy wor,r. They break up Colds In :. hours rbav ars so pleasant to the taste Cdfidrcn lf1te ttet. over 10000 testimonials rked bv M5,,I[.t for 20 years. They never latt. Sold h,. m Druggists. 2oc. Sample mnftod 1sRtef: Address, Allen <. Olmstcd. I.e po1
New Britain herald., 1915-02-06
ST. JOSEPH'S SOCIETY.

Attorney Henry J. Calmen, a well known practising lawyer. is to deliver an address before the Holy Name so- cietN at St. Joseph's church tomor- row evening at 7:30 o'clock A good musical program has also been ar ranged.
New Britain herald., 1915-02-06
COLDS, HEADACHE, NOSE AND HEAD
 ALL STUFFED UP
Tapes Cold Compound ends cold OF grippe in
 fcxx hD,,rC


 cold OF grippe in
 n few hours.
 Your cold will break and all grippe misery end after taking dose of Tapes Cold Compound" every two hours until three doses are taken. It promptly opens clogged-up nos trils and air passages in the head, stops nasty discharge or nose run ming. relieves sick headaC che, dullncss, feverish ness, sore throat, sneezing. soreness and stiffness.
 Don't stay stuffed-up. Quit blowing and snuffling. Ease your throbbing head-nothing else in the world gives such prompt relief as Tapes Cold Compound" which costs only 25 cents at any drug store. It acts without assistance. tastes nice, and causes no inconvenience. Accept no substitute
New Britain herald., 1915-02-06
o. U. A. NJ. INVITES GOVERNOR.
Comptroller Is AIso Ncd to Attend
 EN-COuncilC7 Banquet.

Both Governor Holcomb and Comp troller Webster mem Dors of the Q. |. A. M. Ex-counClors' association, have been invited to attend the annual ban auet to be held on February 1 s in this city.
 The toastmastnr will be George II. Wright of Hartford, and among the speakers will be State Councillor Err win Jacobs of New Haven
New Britain herald., 1915-02-06

George A. stark has sold tho six tenement block al Nc. 24g I.asalle street, formerly owned by NJ. Sulil- Iesota. to Schastiano Skallus and Mary ZtEIotSki
New Britain herald., 1915-02-06
sIOO.OOO NEW YORK FIRE

New York, Fch. 6.-Firo in sev- cn-story loft building at 103 Avenue A. caused damage today estimated at S100,000 No one was hurt
New Britain herald., 1915-02-06
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campaign is be- alth department. nent payroll for nted to S1S4.9 ,. contagious dis ed to the health eeks.
 the recent ba = Friendly, F. of ' about $500.
 society of St.
 hold a dance ' in the Parish
 go towards a stn entS for the |r ca dy has be en la ir.
 come to Sloan E-advt. ... was given last Club in Holmes
 This cub Is lung ladies and series of dances h during the Horace w. Eddy Hasons of Con-
 from Albany, tended the an- ae Grand Chap nmittee of the D. H., will meet 3 o'clock in St. uSsian Honey produced under achers' club are arge attendance s being men,
New Britain herald., 1915-02-06

DW.
 have a throb-
 head, a bad Tour eyes burn, ith dark rings our lips are you feel ugly,
 Y our yStem erly passed off, a cleaning up being a bilious nd those who sort to harsh hd injure. Re- orders of the w els are cured htle, thorough
 while you rom your drug Ter and bowels and your head hidren love to D they ta ste pr sicken.
New Britain herald., 1915-02-06

Basketball game at High school gymnasium between New Britain and Ansonia teams.
New Britain herald., 1915-02-06

Vaudeville and moving pictures al Keeney's.
New Britain herald., 1915-02-06

Moving pictures at Fox's.
New Britain herald., 1915-02-06
Events Tonight

The Fox" at Russwin Lyceum.
New Britain herald., 1915-02-06

Meeting of Chamberlain council Jr O. |. A. NJ.
New Britain herald., 1915-02-06

Meeting of Vega Benefit society at 59 Arch street
New Britain herald., 1915-02-06

toned for inspector of the construc- tion of the Vocational High school. The position will carry with a salary of $1,500.
New Britain herald., 1915-02-06
RATED EASCARETS

sour stomach vels by
New Britain herald., 1915-02-06

Meeting of Burritt Grange, Nc. 39. Patrons of Husbandry, at 242 Main street
 Meeting of New Britain tent, No. SS, Knights of the Maecabees.
New Britain herald., 1915-02-06

nmittee of the D. H., will meet
 3 o'clock in St.
New Britain herald., 1915-02-06

Mir and Mrs. Algot E. Rudeen of Oneida, Illinois, are rejoicing over the birth of a daughter. Mrs. Rudeen was formerly Miss Signc Hultberg of this citV
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1915-06-18

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Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1915-06-18
Summer
Footwear For
Women
Smart. Distinctive Models at
Economy Prices
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only because of superior value, but be-
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est style features.
Colonial pumps in all patent, bronze and
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Economy Event Specials in the Big Shoe DEPT

Only limited number of these $3.50 suede m
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which means the FIR st who will be the ones =
to profit. Hand turned soles, high Cuban heels.
For comfort and style unexcelied Call for No.
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The Birmingham age-herald., 1915-05-06
TO HAVE
 PRIZE COURT PASS
 ON THE FRYE CASE
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 and the question of the value of the cargo, therefore, is not involved in the present discussion.
 The government of the United States recognizes that the German government Will wish to be satisfied as to the Amer lcan ownership of the vessel and the amount of the damages sustained in view of her destruction.
 rhese matters are readily ascertainable ana if the German government desires any further evidence in substantiation of the claim on these points, in addition to that furnished by the ships papers, which are already in the possession of the Ger
 man government, any additional evidence found necessary will be produced In that case however, inasmuch as any evidences which the German government may wish to have produced Is more accessible, and can more conveniently be examined in the United States than elsewhere, on account or the presence there of the owners and captain of the William P. Frye and their witness. the government of the United States venturing to suggest the advis- ability of transferring the negotiations for the settlement of these points to the imperial German embassy at Wash ington.
 Tn view of the admission OF liability by reason of specific treaty stipulat ations II has become unnecessary to enter into discussion of the correct meaning and ef- feet of the declaration of London, which IS given some prominence in your excel lencys note of April 5, further than to say that as the German government has already been advised, the government of the United States does not regard the declaration of London as in force"