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New Britain herald., 1915-11-15
MRS. BURNS FACES
 MURDER CHARGE
Portsmouth Has First Case of Wo- man Killer in Many
 Years.

Portsmouth, N. H., Nov. 15.-The first trial of a woman for murder in Rockingham county in many years was set for today, when Mrs. Mary A. Burns of Nottingham was called upon to face the charge of having killed her husband. Burns died at his home on December 12, 1914. The medical referee pronounced death due to poisoning and at first the au- thorities held to the theory that he had committed suicide. After an in- vestigation Mrs. Burns was arrested.
 At her preliminary hearing, evil dence was introduced to the effect that she had purchased some poison in Manchester three days before her husbands death. After her indict- ment last April she was taken to the state hospital for the insane for ob- servation, Upon the report of the superintendent that she was sane she was brought back to the county jail in August. Jealousy is advanced by the authorities as the motive for the alleged crime
New Britain herald., 1915-11-15
FINANCIAL NEWS
'NILES.BEMENT.PO|
 FEATURE OF MARK
Stock Jumps to t97 Todd
 Hardware Firm at i29 Ask

With almost cyclonic fury thd mand for Niles-Bement-Po rla continued with the opening of
 Hartford Stock Exchange this m ing and it was not until sales been made as high as 197 and that it began to recede. The des was not gregg however, and the s closed at 19O bid and 195 as Colts gained today and sales ! made as high as $50. Theascao quotations were S43 bid and ' asked. American Brass ibld as as 250 and the closing quotat were PAS bid and 263 asked. Br Brass is quiet but strong, selling
 the neighborhood of 72. New
 parture is quoted 162-167. sf. rights, which expire today, closed 15-16. Stanley Works is t69 New Britain Machine is 79-82, Tz Manufacturing company is 79-81
 Landers Frary & Clark fig 60-ei Scovill Manufacturing stock is sell at APO and Standard Screw ran from 290-310. American Hardw held its own today and closed at bid and 129 with few sales repor as high as 130. BF# f}}ts eHf1
New Britain herald., 1915-11-15
CHOOSE DELEGATES.

The following delegates have been chosen to represent the South Con- gregational church at the meeting of the Genital Association of Congrega- tional churches which will be held at the Kensington Congregational church tC morrow: Rev. Dr. G. w. c. Hill, MT. and Mrs. A. w. Upson, Mr. and Mrs. George H. Dyson, pr and Mrs s. w. Irving, Miss l. Whaples and Mrs. w. w. Taylor. The First church will be represented by Rev. and Mrs. H. w. Maier, Rev. and Mrs. E. T. Theines, A N. Lewis, H. S. Blake and Mrs. J. H. Robinson.
New Britain herald., 1915-11-15
YOUNG BRIDE MISSING.
Leaves City Broken Hearted When She Can't Live With Her Husband.

Broken hearted because her hus- bands folks would not permit her to live with him, Mrs. Jennie left Jones, who was married to Frank Jones of Arch street only few weeks ago has left this city and her whereabouts is unknown, although she was last heard from in Boston.
 The missing wife's mother planes the trouble upon her son-in-law's s family and says that they have not permitted the young couple to live together. She also claims that Jones' family has tried to have the mar riage annulled, Or a legal separation effected.
New Britain herald., 1915-11-15
DEATHS AND FUNERALS.
Charles F. Splettstroeszer.

Charles Frederick Splettstoeszer or 154 Henry street died yesterday morn ing at 8 o'clock at the home of his daughter, Mrs Hugo Haigis of S1 Lincoln street. He had been ill for about one year but his death was hastened by an apoplectic stroke which he suffered at his daughter s home on Friday evening.
 MT. Splettstroe was one of this city's best known German residents. He was born in Germany seventy years ago but had resided in New Britain and Newington for about forty seven years. He was a carpenter by trade and retired from active work only four years ago. His brother Frederick John SplettstroesZer of Newington, died exactly one month ago yesterday.
 MT. Splettstoeszer leaves his wife, two daughters, Mrs. Frank Haigis and Mrs. Frank Dohrenwood; a son, Carl; a sister, Mrs. Jacob Seigerest, ard a brother August, all of this city. Six grandchildren, also survive him.
 Funeral services will be held to- morrow afternoon at o'clock at his da ughter's home. Rev. H. w. Maier will officiate and interment will be in Fairview cemetery.
New Britain herald., 1915-11-15
BorOvich Stands Fast"

Berlin, Nov. 15, by wireless to Say Fille.-An interview attributed to Gen. Borovich of the Austrian army on the Italian front was given out today as Follows by the Overseas News Agen- ky: T maintain all positions as I took !harge of them when the war was be- Sinning.
 "T,le third battle of the Iszono may te considered as having virtually ter lninated, which means it was lost by he Italians. They fought bravely at Hines, especially in their vain attempts < o( capture the bridgehead at Gorizia. |che Italian artillery used 34-centime- re shells for the first time. General NJ speaking their artillery did good york as was demonstrated by the se- ies of holes made before our front by |kheir shells.
 Il While the bombardment was on |he Austro- Hungarian troops did not |f1ove from their positions. When the 3rtillery ceased firing the Italian sol- jiers, who mad been told that the Austrian and Hungarian soldiers had 2een killed, advanced to within a small fstance of our positions. Then we fpened fire. Not one Italian reached UT main trenches
 Progress for French.
 Paris, Nov. IS, 2:35 D. m.-The rench war office this afternoon gave Ut report on the progress of hos- aities in the east, which reads as fol-
 TVS:
 During the day of November 12 we
 ade progress to the north of Ra- eovo, in the direction of Kosturino
 bulgarian troops delivered a violent ktack along the entire front of the
 ft Ank of the River Cerna. They
 ere driven, back with heavy losses.'
New Britain herald., 1915-11-15
MOVIES AND WAR.

Nice, France, Nov. 15, 5:15 a. m- Captain Rafaeli, of the steamer France, which was sunk by a subma- rine in the Mediterranean on Nov. 7, is authority for the statement that While the crew was getting into the small boats the submarine approached to within 100 feet of the France and when all the sailors were safely off the ship, grouped the boats together, with the steamer as a background, after which moving pictures were taken off the scene.
New Britain herald., 1915-11-15
Italians Make Air Raids.

Rome, Nov. IA Via Paris, Nov. IS, 1885 a. m.-The following official Statement was issued today at the Headquarters of the Italian general staff:
 "In the Ledro Valley from the slopes of Nozzolo, from Montes Pari. C1Inadoro and Rocchetta, enemy artil- lery opened an intense fire against cur positions, also throwing inf1am- nlable shells on Bebbecco and Pieve di Ledro without, however, damaging our solid defenses.
 'On the Tyrol- Trentino front and in Carnia there were no important developments.
 On the Isonzo front our action con- hnued yesterday. We progressed on Javoreck, in the Plezzo Basin. and on the Heights northwest of Gorizia.
 "On the Carso Plateau We have taken strong entrenchments called belle Frasche, to the southwest of San Martino.
 Our aeroplanes on the 18th, not Withstanding bad weather made suc- cessful raids over the Carso, They 'bombarded the railroad stations at Reifenberg, San DanciIe, and Dotto Glino and long lines of trains standing at the stations. Two enemy machines |of the Albatross type and one of the pAviatik type, which were met on the way, were put to flight by machine .gunfire. Our machines returned un- damaged"
New Britain herald., 1915-11-15
Emil IT. WcYh.

Following a prolonged illness, Emil T. Weyh of 461 Church street, died at his home last evening. The funeral will be held Wednesday afternoon at 3 o'clock from his late home. Rev. Karl Roth of the German Baptist church will officiate and interment will be in Fairview cemetery.
 MT. Weyh was born in Germany on May 12, 1842. He came to this country when a young man and on coming to New Britain entered the employ of Landers, Frary & Clark, where he remained as an inspector for forty-three years.
 He is survived by his wife, one son, George w. weyh brother, George w. Weyh; two sisters Mrs. Richard Schaefer and Mrs. William Finneman, and a grandson, Elmer G. Weyh, all of New Britain. He was member Of the German Baptist church and the Landers Mutual Aid and Benefit asso- citation.
New Britain herald., 1915-11-15
NEW RURAL CARRIER NAMED.
Postmaster Delaney Appoints Emory Clough to Fill Vacancy.

Postmaster William F. Delaney to- day forwarded to the post office au- thorities in Washington, D. C., the name of Emory Clough of Chestnut street to succeed the late c. w. Bar Ter as rural mail carrier on Route No. 1.
 MT. Clough, who is employed at the Corbin Cabinet lock company, has been on the county board of eligibles, and was named after a careful inves- tigation by the postmaster. He will commence his new duties on receipt of the sanction by the post office officials.
New Britain herald., 1915-11-15
Miss MagdaIene Fitzgerald.

The funeral of Miss Magdalere Fitzgerald of 159 High street was held from St. Mary's church at lo o'clock this morning. Rev. Father Krause officiating. lnterment was in the new Catholic cemetery.
 The funeral was largely attended and the floral offerings were many. The pail bearers were D. Maloney M. Meskin, F. Calvin, J. Smith, H. Curran and F. McEnroe. The flower bearers were J. Kelly, J. Fitzgerald and w. Faulkner.
New Britain herald., 1915-11-15
DEAD WOMAN WAS
 NETTIE FLEMING
Identified by Stamford Residents as Former Porto Rico Teacher
 A Woman of Mystery.

The woman found dead in bed in Mrs Barnes boarding house ad- joining the Hotel Regal yesterday morning was identified this afternoon as Miss Nettie Fleming, a former Porto Rico school teacher. Identifi- cation was made by Mrs. Harrison Decker of 191 North street, Stam- ford. Mrs. Decker says Miss Elem ing returned to this country two years ago from Porto Rico
 The woman, who was about fifty years of age, came to live at Mrs. Barnes house in August. She shrouded herself in mystery and nothing was known about her. As she was seen to be failing rapidly, she was urged Saturday to tell who she was. She declined but said "wait until tomorrow and I'll tell all'' Death overlook her before she had a chance to tell
 From statements made and papers found it is evident that the woman was at some time during her career a teacher:i 1t is also thought that she may have lived in Panama and there is reason to believe that a statement made to the effect that while in the canal zone she worked as maid in Col GoethaPs house may nave some foundation.
 M. J. Kenney has charge of the body and unless relatives or friends claim 1t will have to be buried in the potters field,
New Britain herald., 1915-11-15
t Bu1gars Threaten Monastir.

Saloniki, No. IA, Via. London, Nov. |15, 7:20 a. m.-Renewed uneasiness is reported among the population at lMonastir, because of a large Bull fgarian force which is threatening the (Perlepe front in the Babuna region, although the situation at Babuna Pass at The Katchanik defile is said to be Unchanged.
 It is reported here that three Ger man submarines are using the Bull Igarian harbor of Varna, on the Black
 sea, as base, and that three battalions Sof Turkish troops have been sent to that port.
 British troops and stores continue 3fO be landed here, taxing to the ut
 knos the resources of the port and Railroad.
New Britain herald., 1915-11-15
NJHuI-WINTERS NUPTIALS.

Edward B. Nihill, of this city and Miss Ida Winters of Meriden, were united in marriage at St. Rose $ church in the latter city this morning st g o'clock, the ceremony being per- formed by Rev. James B. Nihill, an uncle of the groom. A reception fol- lowed at the home of the brides parents after which the couple left on a wedding tour. They will make their future home on South main street, this city.
New Britain herald., 1915-11-15
Fighting at "The Labyrinth. ]"

Paris, Nov Is, 2:S5 D. ~m-Infantry firing has been going on without in- terruption at "The Labyrinth" ac- cording to an announcement made this afternoon by the French war office. Previous reports that the losses of the Germans on November IA were very high have been con- Mined.
 The text of the communication follows:
 'In the Artois district, at The Labyrinth, the fighting between in- fcntry forces, together with the throwing of hand grenades, continued without interruption last night.
 It has been confirmed that the losses of the enemy during the action y November A were very heavy.
 "In the Champagne district the Germans have attacked with hand grenade the barriers erected in front Of our listening posts at Butte De Tahure. They were repulsed.
 "In the Noevre, to the north of Grey, the explosion of one of our mines, together with the heavy sus- t;.ined fire of our trench guns over Whelmed the enemy and demolished his sapping works.' ..
New Britain herald., 1915-11-15
ANCONA MATTER
 STILL UNDECIDED
Most Connected Narrative Yet
 Received in Washington

Washington, Nov. 15.-Ambassado1 Thomas Nelson Page at Rome, cables | that his conferences at the Italian for l eign office thus far have failed to de- velop the details or facts concerning the sinking of the Italian liner An 1 coma.
 The Italian government, according to MT. Page, is having considerable difficulty establishing just what oc- cured when the vessel went down. An investigation is under way however. and as soon as it's results are known. MT. Page will communicate it TO . Washington.
 1 Secretary Lansing has been waiting to learn whether it was German or Austrian submarine which destroyed the Ancona and therefore, has not in- structed either Ambassador Gerard or Ambassador Penfield to call at fine Berlin and Vienna foreign offices re- spectively, to ask for information.
 It appeared today, however, that in order to obtain officially such fnfor- nation as in the possession of the German and Austrian governments. in- structions might be sent to inquire of the admiralties.
 Official Narrative.
 The most connected official narra- tive of the rescue of survivors from the torpedoed Italian liner Ancona vet to reach the state department arrived today by cable from Ambassa dor Sharp at Paris, who transmitted tele- grams to the French minister of ma rine from the prefect at Bizerta. They follow:
 November Tone hundred ship wrecked persons, of which six were wounded, from Ancona torpedoed Sun day noon, brought to Bizerta Novem- Der S-Two torpedo boats this evening brought twenty-one survivors and four bodies to Bizerta. Survivors are 163 out of 4S0 and are being cared for at Sidi Adballah hospital. The subma- rine which sank the Ancona, accord ing to concordant information re- ceived by me, was from 80 to 100 me- ters long and armed with two fairly large guns forward and two smaller ones aft.
 Arrival of Boats.
 November 9--Two of Ancona boats have just arrived, one at Zembra with twenty-eight survivors, and the other at Tunis with thirty-seven others. To- tai survivors 232."
 This was all the official information in the hands of the French govern ment.
 Messages Throw No Light.
 Other messages reaching the state department today throw no light on the incident and are largely duplica- ton of news despatcheS. Edwin Kemp, American sonsul at Marseilles has in structions to proceed to Bizerta, if he finds it necessary to get information.
 State department officials say Am bassadOr Page at Rome has not com municated the result of his conference With the Italian foreign office last week and that the department has not received the Italian governments communication to neutral govern ments, denying that the Ancona car ried any arms, contraband or persons in belligerent service.
New Britain herald., 1915-11-15
STRICT NEUTRALITY BY RED GROSS HERE
(Continued From First Page.)

l CT than the committee making indj- vidual effort to secure members. Due to the kindness of the New Britain National bank, rooms in tine bank building were secured gratis 1 and were used daily as work rooms by the War Relief committee until April, 1915, when they were closed for the summer months, though not before arrangements were made whereby material for working could be secured from private homes ''Thre have been some changes in the dues of the Red Cross society during the year. They are now as follows:
 Annual dues .......... 5 100 Sustaining member ........ 1000 Life member ............ 25.00 EdLrOn lOU.UO
 "All members are entitled to q copy of the American Red Cross magazine every month. They should also receive a Red Cross membership button but owing to the heavy f1n- ancial drain put upon the National society this year they have not been forthcoming. I understand they are to be sent out this year.
 "A benefit performance was given last November by the Russwin Ly- ceum Players and local talent in the Russwin Lyceum and the Swedish Lutheran church gave a Red Cross entertainment month later. The proceeds were received by the chap ter.
 That the local chapter has in a large measure fulfilled its mission during the year needs no further proof than the reading or the re- port of the chairman of the War Relief committee. Yet, merely read ing that certain number of boxes were shipped, can in no wise convey to the mind the personal sacrifice of time and money on the part of the workers. Nor can the report express the deep sympathy felt for suffering humanity that prompted the con- mittee to work so untireingly. To fully appreciate the report one must have actually seen the work under way.
 "The National Red Cross is plan hing to keep each chapter in touch with the life and work of other chap -ers by publishing news of each one. This should prove of deep interest to he members of all chapters, and serve to bring about a closer frater- 1al feeling.
 During the year, the executive has held nine meetings, at 'ach of which the officers were kept informed of the work of the chapter.
 The secretary of a Red Cross 1 hapter should devote much more l ime to the office than the present in ] umb bent has been able to. There is 1 pportunity for no little correspon- ence with the Washington office, ther chapters and in connection 'ith our own work, which, if carried ut, would undoubtedly prove to be advantage to our chapter.
 'I wish to thank the officers for heir ready and kind assistance af- orded me.
 Respectfully submitted,
 'T. E. REEKS"
New Britain herald., 1915-11-15

Precious few of Us are born With platinum spoon in our mouths. Most us must bestir ourselves not only for the spoon, but something to go on it.
 Therefore-make every dollar bring it's penny-fullest return. $2O and S2o for these Suits or Overcoats in Solld Greens and Browns buys the utmost value-sound fabric, soft tailoring, smart style.
 S1.5O for Grey Mocha Gloves the proper glove for the present style
New Britain herald., 1915-11-15
MUSICIANS TAKE NOTION.
Local Union Men Notify HarMe
 Men That They Can't Play Hero

A meeting of the local branch the Musicians Union was held yl terday afternoon presumably to ta action on the trouble at the Lycet theater in which they are effect through the trouble Sith the std employees.
 While no definite information cou be obtained from the members account of their reticence, it VI learned this afternoon that one the motions passed was to notify Il Philharmonic orchestra of Hartfof which has been secured to play the coming benefit concert of the w mans hospital board for local cha ity at the Lyceum that it cannot tai part in the performance.
New Britain herald., 1915-11-15
Building Permits.
Real Estate Transfers,

Albin Carlson and Andrew and John Torell today sold land and buildings on Park Terrace to Clifford and Jennie c. Hance.
 Anthony J. Graves sold land and buildings on Austin street to Charles Gelfinski.
 William J. Noble sold land and im- provements on Sexton street to George Ondrick ct ux
New Britain herald., 1915-11-15
SCHOOLS REOPEN.

Berlin, Nov. 15, (By wireless to Say ville)-In consequence of the decision of the German authorities at Warsaw to permit reopening Of all schools, Warsaw University has resumed it's work. At the opening celebration Gen. Won Baseler the German gover- nor-general replied in German to a speech delivered in Polish by Presi- dent Brudhinski, of the University.
New Britain herald., 1915-11-15
FIRE ON WILSON STREET.

The fire department was called out this afternoon at 3:3O o'clock to a fire in the three family house at 42 Wilson street, owned by Richard w. O'Gorman of 36 Connorton street. The fire caught on the upper floor and was burning briskly when the Herald went to press. The roof was on fire and 1t was apparent that considerable damage would result before the flames were extinguished.
New Britain herald., 1915-11-15
Y. NJ. c. A. NOTES,

Dr. Beardsley of Hartford, will be the speaker at the opening supper of the '. M c. A. Bible class Wednes- day evening. Ray Newton, a ma g1c1an and sleight of hand performer, will entertain at the Y. M. c. A. to- morrow evening. After the entertain ment dancing will be held in the gymnasium.
New Britain herald., 1915-11-15
BUILDING NOTES.

IiAii CdIlSoH Will erect two fam lily frame house on Buell. street with second story and roof shingled.
 Mrs. Mary s. Burns has awarded the contract for three family frame house at 66 Fremont street to w. s. Bradley.
 John A. Andrews has awarded the contract to John A. Hanson for his two-fan1ily frame house on Piedmont street.
 The Title Realty and Development company will erect a two-family brick house on City avenue and has awarded the contract to M Cianci.
 J. $. Kilbourne is erecting a frame garage at 1765 Stanley street.
 The new building for Traut and Hine is now enclosed John E. Downes has the general contract. D. C. Hallsten has the roofing and w. H. Allen the carpenter work.
 Mrs. J. H. Schwartz of Cromwell has given T. Hennessey the contract for the one-story brick addition to the building at "A Beaves street. Ed ward Mansworth will do the stone work and John Caufield the mason work.
 l.. M. Barnes has given the roofing contract for his block on Main street to J. B. Kelly & Son. John E. Dcwnes is doing the mason work, w. H. Allen the carpenter work and Hall Bros. the concrete work. Un- klebach & Perry are the architects.
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New Britain herald., 1915-11-15
MOVES BUSINESS OFFICE.

E. w. Bennett, publisher of the New Britain City Guide and business di- rectory and a we'll known advertising man, has moved his offices from the Record building to Judd's block.
New Britain herald., 1915-11-15
COPPERS RECOVER;
 LOSE TO SELLERS
Closing on Wall Street Was IT,
 regular -0pened Strong

New York, Nov. IS, Wall St, 10:3O a. m.-The speculative character or the trading in specialties was again demonstrated at today's opening, studebaker scoring an initial advance of seven points at ITO, only to react to 164 soon after. Baldwin Locomo- tive rose a point, with similar gains for Crucible Steel, Colorado Fuel, Tennessee Copper and other shares of the same group. United States Steel rose 3-8 to S8, but immediately re- linquished its advance. Willys-Over- land rose seven, to 255, and other automobile issues, including Maxwell common, were higher. Rails again were an inconspicuous feature. By 10:30 o'clock most advances were lost.
 Close-Coppers led another tempor- ary recovery in the last hour, but fresh selling again effaced advances. The closing was irregular.
New Britain herald., 1915-11-15
BITTERNESS INCREASED
Air Raid on Verona Brings Italians to Greater Hatred Against Austria Pope Seeks Information.

Rome, Nov. IA, via Paris, Nov. 15, 4:5O a. m.-The air raid upon Ver- ona, which resulted in the death of thirty civilians and the wounding of forty-nine others, has intensified the bitterness felt in Italy against Aus tria. The Idea Nazionale demands prompt reprisals, suggesting that all Germans in Italy be informed in con- centration camps, that Austro-Ge man property be confiscated and that 35,0OO prisoners be held as hostages.
 Rome, Nov. IA, via Paris, ..ov. 15, a. m.-As soon as ne heard of the aerial raid upon Verona, Pope Bene- dict directed Cardinal Gasperri, papal secretary of state to telegraph to cardinal Bacilieri, Archbishop of verona, asking details and instruct ing him to do everything possible to relieve the sufferers