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New Britain herald., 1915-01-01
WHAT OTHERS SAY
Views on all sides Of timely questions as discussed in ex- changes that come to Herald office.
The Tcrre Haute Scandal.

Seldom, if ever before, in our his- tory have seventy-fou men, ranging from mayor to gunmen, and including judges, a sheriff, policeman. and other city employees. been indicted in a body. If this had happened in New York under CrOker or in Philadelphia under Ashbridge, surprise would have been smothered in satisfaction, but who could have expected it in Terre daute, ind, Q couple of decades after the blocks of five' scandal?
 The charges against Mayor Roberts are many; levyiner assessments upon proprietors of gambling houses, sa- looms and dance halls; hiring men to haul repeaters to the polls: intimi- dating others in order to force them to enter the alleged conspiracy; di recting the making of cards of false registration, and so on. These acts, if they were committed, violated the federal election law. While there is s certain mprehensiveness in the indictments. In that they include men who call themselves republicans and progressiyes as we'll as democrats, yet, in the words of the Indianapolis News: The men under arrest are all members of the Crawford Fairbanks Roberts machine, and most of them are habitues of the red light dis trict." That Is the News adds, ma Hclously, they belong to the govern ing class in Terre Haute.' That newspaper rejoces at the arrests be- cause they deal blow at an old sys- tenn: "Precisely such crimes have for years marked Terre Haute elec t1ons.
 ''The men guilty of them have never felt that there was the slightest dan ger that punishment would follow. They have gone about the business as though it were a legitimate industry" The best thing that could happen for the democratic party in Indiana would be the conviction of the guilty persons involved in this industry" no matter how high their official posi- tiCns.
New Britain herald., 1915-01-01
Boosting the Price of Movies.
 (Cleya1and Plain Daa1orA

In New York there is strong ten dency to advance the cost of an even ing at the movies. Many theaters charge as high as fifty cents. These houses have more less pretentious orchestras, and offer the so-called feature films' with stars of movie land or stars temporarily adrift from their orbits in legitimate stageland. large business is done by theaters of this kind, while there seems to be little falling off in the profits of the five and ten-cent esta blishments.
 The New York Times comments on the tendency to elevate the movies or, rather, to elevate the price of movies-and finds it bad. The mov- ing picture patron, even though he has abundant wealth. is perfectly happy in a tive-cent theater, providing the theater is sanitary and the show as good as the average. There are, too, plenty of patrons who prefer the old style one-reel flm acted by old faVorites of the screen, to the costly multiple-reel productions which fca- lures actors and actresses new to the movies. But there are many others who go to the movies because of their alluring cheapness, With the ad- mission boosted to the theater scale these patrons would doubtless go to the theaters, even though they had to sit in the galleries.
 Happily the problem has not yet arrived in Cleveland. This city has number of excellent feature houses,'' but their scale of prices is considerably below that of the the aters Cleveland also has an abun- dance of five and ten-cent houses, presenting the old kind of entertain ment, which is in most respects as good as the costlier offerings. The feature theaters are more comfort< able their music is better, and they are less infested by that prime nu- sance, the unaccompanied small boy. Many dXed-in-the-wool movie enthu- siasts divide their allegiance be- tween the two classes of entertain
 ment and enjoy the variety.
 It is to be hoped, however. that the five-cent theater will not go out of existence. It's abolition would mean the passing of desirable amuse- ment which is within the reach of nearly every resident of the cities.
New Britain herald., 1915-01-01
Herrick-But Not in 1916.
Louisville Courier-Journal.)

Presidents of the United States are as surely born to be presidents as kaisers are born to be kaisers. Else how could Polk and Pierce, Harrison and Roosevelt especially accidents like Tyler and Arthur, Fillmore and JOhnson-have ever attained the White House? Lincoln had never been heard outside of Illinois. nor Cleveland outside of New York two short years before they were nom- mated for president. William Howard Taft tried to get away from it and Woodrow Wilson. did all a man could do to defeat 8 nomination that was predestined.
 Consider the case of Chester A. Ar thur; three years before he took the oath as president of the United States he had been dismissed from the col lectorship of the port of New York by his own partN-under charges nobody dreaming of him as other than a local politician and not very high Up at that The same birthright of destiny twenty years later meted out to Teddy that had been recorded in favor of. "Chet." In 1S43. Franklin Pierce was hauled away from Wash ington to keep him from going to the dogs entirely-and he had nearly got there--but being born for it. 70 years later, in 1S53-nothing except his nomination having happened mean while-he came back as president Don't tell us! And don't everybody speak at once. They are born to 1t.
 These things should admonish the average politician. They do admon- ish the Courier Journal, and by their token it has picked Myron T. Herrick for a winner; but not in 1916 Oh, dear no; the crazy, dear old Pick-me- up--beating about for an issue-and finding none--will probably fall back upon the impressive responsibility of Justice Hughes, and, willy-nilly, put him up to be knocked down. In no event can it pull itself together by 1916 Even if it did, ii could hardly beat Woodrow Wilson. The presi- dent may not he to the average con- gressman quite thing of beauty and a joy forever He has reduced too many of them to q pulp. But, as presidents go, he stands mighty well with the country, a very up-to-Gate, mddling intelligent, deNlish safe man!
 If he lives he is tolerably certain of eight years on the job. Then Her rick's time will come: a buckeye boy to begin with-stepmother of presi- dents if not mother of states and states men-away from the dread scenes of 1912, as James Buchanan was away from those of 1S54-05, a good looking, good-natured good character, and, if not. as heavy a weight as the late Justice Harlan. yet an athlete, nimhle and likely and anyhow, born tN it.
New Britain herald., 1915-01-01
DECREASE IN PRICE OF FOOD
 ANIMALS.

Supply and demand philosophy is being hard hit these days and in no place is this more conspicuously il- frustrated than in the annual report of the department of agriculture, which says that the price of food animals during the past year has de- creased, the figures being fourteen cents per hundred pounds.
 It is we'll known that the supply of meat during recent years has not been equal to the demand, and the number of cattle received daily at the stock yards in Chicago, including veal, sheep and hogs, Is less than it used to be. The retail price of meat has gone up and the assumption has been that the cattle dealer was re- ceiving more money for his stock and the packer was sharing in the al- legged lack of profits in the meat busi- ness. This conclusion is apparently incorrect The report of the agrl- cultural department suggests that the packer must be making greater profits than ever and that it Is the cattle dealer and the ultimate consumer who are the sufferers, the former be- cause of the low price he has been receiving for his stock and the latter from the high prices he is compelled to pay for his meat:
 The European war has increased the demand for food products in this country and they have been exported in large quantities. Ordinarily this would offer a better market for the cattle dealer, even if there was not large demand for his stock hafore, and according to all the rules and laws laid down by political econom- ists he should be receiving better prices, especially as the purchaser is charging more for the same goods. This, however, does not appear to be the case and there are facts and fig ures to prove it. It is difficult to see this matter in any light, except that of a benefit to the packers and 8 loss to all others interested.
New Britain herald., 1915-01-01
Crow Is 8 Nice Bird.

Opinion as to the merits and de- merits of birds is undergoing a change as the facts become known. It is now widely realized that a great many birds formerly condemned because, as believed. they did great destruction to crops. including fruit, are actually the benefactors of farmers and horti- culturists, since the birds consume vast quantities of harmful insects. It appears that even the crow is not as black in character as he has been painted. He has many good qual- lties, and some of them are set forth by the Office Window of the New ork Mail: Amid all the recent mi grations of our feathered friends, there was one bird who spurned the pop ular bird-movement southward. That was the crow. The common crow IS known to everyone who lives in the country, or who has ever lived there. You can hear them cawing on Dyckman street hill almost any morning. These are among the earliest birds in the spring to build their nests, and they still nest up there at Spuyten Duyvil. The crow has managed to gain a bad reputation among the farmers because he loves to pull up corn after 1t has sprouted crows do this to get the grain of seed corn, which has become softened by germlnation. If the corn is dipped in tar the crows will reject it. Certain poisons also exercise a deterrent ef- feet upon crow depredations, but bird protection laws now largely interfere With the use of poisons. The var 1ous experiment stations have with in recent years demonstrated that the crow eats a great many harm ful insects, and in this way makes full amends for his raids upon the cornfields. Intensive farmers now regard the crow as an ally instead of an enemy, although the use of scarecrows and other similar devices still fingers"
New Britain herald., 1915-01-01
PROHIBITION
 DECREE ENFORCED
PttregTad and Moscow Council Deny
 Petitions to Sell lliOXCantS.

Petrograd, via London, Jan. 1. 7:5b q. a.~m.-The last appeal against Rus sias prohibition decree failed Thurs day when the councils of Petrograd and Moscow rejected a petition to authorize the recommencement of the sale of beer and light wines. The re- cent final order to discontinue the sale of all alcoholic drinks was is- sued with the reservation that the city councils should have the right to appeal for an authorization of the recommencement oe the sale Of three per cent. beer and light wine.
 Short Notice Given.
 The final prohibition order was so unexpectedly issued that there was no opportunity to provide a stock against the coming period of abstinence. Between and o'clock in the even ing the merchants received instruc- tions that next day there would be absolute prohibition, and hence there was no chance to give warning to eager customers who, on a false alarm previously spread abroad lined the streets for hours awaiting their turn to squeeze into the crowded wine shops. The formerly popular res- tauTantS, WHICH Irld8nEtu tO NtalbSi the vodka edict, are now almost with out patronage.
 The liquor dealers, restaurant keep CTS, wine growers and distillers brought all possible influence to bear on the city councils for authorization to sell beer and light wine, assisted by the theorists who, while approy- ing of general sobricty, thought that abstinence should come more grad uaIlv and that the sudden cessation of the use of all alcohol would have an in furious effect. But despite these influences and the fact that not one per cent of the members of the city councils were teetotalers, the coun- cils rejected the petition by vote on a ratio of more than four to one.
 Far Reaching Measures.
 The extreme measures to enforce prohibition even extend to the sale Of denatured alcohol, varnish and every conceivable alcoholic compound, which are not saleable without per init
New Britain herald., 1915-01-01
NOTE PLEASES ITALY.
May Tend to Avert Difficulties En-
 cOuntercd by Italian Commerce.

Rome Dec. 31, S:10 D. m, pe- layed in transmission The Amcr- can note to Great Britain, protesting against the interference with Amer ican merchantmen. has produced an excellent impression here, not only because it may tend to avert exactly the same difficulties encountered by Italian commerce but also because it is hoped that it may lead to a more concrete set of international rules protecting the rights of belligerents.
 The American ambassador here is working most earnestly to secure an amelioration of conditions interfer- ing with Am merican commerce.
New Britain herald., 1915-01-01
Tar RcachiD2 Monsircs.
PLEASANT BIRTHDAY PARTY,

Friends from Hartford, Bristol, Southington, Springfield and New Britain were present at the birthday party given last night by Miss Alfrig- ena Roy at her home on Park street. Vocal selections were given by James Skeen and James Malloy and by Miss Sylvia Bechard, of Bristol Whist was played and refreshments were served. The hostess received n number of nice gifts.
New Britain herald., 1915-01-01

open. but it also brings pleasure in the form of skating and coast1ng. These are healthy and exhilarating sports and yet year after year, they are marred by serious accidents, often resulting in deaths. Skating acci- dents which cost the lives of skaters have already been recorded in many communities throughout the country and the Christmas holidays. with the first general white Christmas in years throughout the northern states, have been saddened for the young people of many cities by terrible coasting ac- cidents. These disasters always have 8 tendency to cause the prohibition of these sports and consequently even Where they may be enjoyed with com paratively little danger severe restric- tions are sometimes plared on those who desire to enjoy them.-Water- bury Republican.
 The last contested congressional election from Connecticut was that conducted by Raymond Jodoin against former Congressman Higgins of the then third district after the election of 1910. It was not successful. 1t is recalled in this connection that congress took no action upon it un- til about to adjourn on March I, 1913. Then the complaint was dis missed, but Jodoin had some balm in an allowance of S2,0OO for expenses. There was always a nightly interest," - ing little story behind this contest and its outcome. It was whispered from Washington that certain suggestions were forwarded from powerful party leaders of democratic faith in this state that they would not be at all displeased if the democrats at Wash ington threw the contest out of court. Of course it was all to be done in a regular way. It will be remem- bered that this happened just about the time State Senator Mayor Mahan of New London wanted to go to con- gress. If Jodoin had won the doughty New Londoner would hardly have received the nomination for tho new district which resulted in an elec- on.-Bridgeport Telegram.
New Britain herald., 1915-01-01

Official Washington awaits word from England in answer to President Wilson's demand that Great Britain refrain from further interfering with American neutral sea commerce. The long note on this important matter was presented by Ambassador Page in London to Sir Edward Grey, foreign minister of England, and diplomatic conferences at once began. If Eng
New Britain herald., 1915-01-01
Reduced to Two.
WHAT CHAPAN OWES.

Adolph Chapan, proprietor of the A. Chapan & company store, who went into bankruptcy yesterday, has liabilities Of s10,S05.S5 which are un- secured. His total liabilities are s11,- 092.39. Assets consist of stock and and fixtures, valued at s1,300.
New Britain herald., 1915-01-01

Inspector Crowley seems to be still on the job for pure milk. He had an offender in court this morning and the judge took the same view of the case as the inspector. Moral Don't water your milk.
New Britain herald., 1915-01-01

The exposition opens today and will continue all year. The fact that it is being held in California will prevent many from attending from this section of the country but all can read about it for less money.
New Britain herald., 1915-01-01
FACTS AND RANCHES.

The famous, or infamous, as you like. Governor Blease of South Car olina yesterday released forty-four more state prisoners, including ten serving life sentences for murder. making a grand total of 1,4SS crm- inals that he has liberated in the last four years. If it were not so much like locking the stable after the horse has been stolen it might be a good thing to put this great liberator him. self behind the bars until his present term of office has eXpired-Ansonia Sentinel.
 The announcement is made that movement is on foot to reform the present method of appointing judges for city and town courts. Whatever may be the outcome of this effort, or the success of the plan proposed it cannot but be realized that it is step in the right direction. There should be no half-hearted action about it. Such judgeships should be re- moved from the list of political foot balls and whatever the change, if it is for the better, it can only be looked upon as tardy recognition of duty. Matters of such importance are ham dled through the city and town courts that the choice of judges should not be entrusted to log rolling methods. Norwich Bulletin.
 Cold weather brings little comfort to folks compelled to labor out in the
New Britain herald., 1915-01-01

land maintains her stand of indis criminately holding up American ships bound for neutral ports to make searches for contra band of war the United States will put in claims for damages. Washington hopes there will be no open break with England over the subject, which is similar in nature to the controversy that result ed in the war of 1872.
New Britain herald., 1915-01-01
A happy New Year.

Mayor Quigley Is due to arrive Wow!
New Britain herald., 1915-01-01

Christmas clubs are popular just now, They mean more money at a time when it is most needed
New Britain herald., 1915-01-01

The ThompsonVlle Water company has written to the local water com missioners asking for data regarding the meter system in use here
New Britain herald., 1915-01-01
RED TAPE ELIMINATED
 BY CANAL OFFICIALS
Ship May Soon Proceed Through Waterway Without Waste of TImt.

Panama, Jan. 1, Correspondence of the Associated Press) So much red tape has been eliminated by the canal officials that a ships captain may now take his vessel through without hving to sign single paper, tofore the formalities were so numer-- ous that it sometimes required twen- ty-four hours for a ship to complete her passage.
 Shipping companies have been mo- tified that hereafter it will not be necessary for them to appoint a shipping agent on the isthmus, for the reason that the Panama canal is prepared to undertake all work in connection with the payment of tolls, purchase of coal, water and other supplies They have been informed that all that is needed is to cable to Panama the probable arrival of ship, the deposit at the office of the nearest assistant treasurer of the United States of the estimated amount of tolls, the probable supplies the vessel will need and other data and the officials of the canal will see that the ship safely passes through with the least possible delay and without the payment of agents fees by the owner.
 Ships Captain Surprised
 A few days ago ship arrived at Cristobal, her owners having ap- praised the canal officials of her com ing. The deposit had been made and she was ready to pass through the canal when the master appeared at the port captains office for his papers iic was given his clearance papers, receipt for tolls, permit to pass through all the locks, health cer- tificate, and other necessary papers and was told to proceed into the canal. lie was astonished at not having to obtain from various officials all these documents and further at the fact that not a single signature was required of him. His stay in the port of Cristobal was exactly one hour, while at Balboa there was no stop required beyond slowing up to drop the pilot in the outer harbor.
 It is pointed out by canal officials that many papers at first in use proved to complicatc matters and oc- casion delay. The bulky copies of the ships manifest have been abol- ished, and the boarding officer of the terminal port now obtains only a short abstract.
 Reduced to Two.
 For a time it was necessary for a ships master to have the signature of not less than five canal officials before his vessel was permitted to cute. the canal This Dun1 1ber has now been reduced to two, the captain of the port of entry and the health officer. These, however, the captain does not himself have to obtain, but are affixed in the course of the regu-
New Britain herald., 1915-01-01
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New Britain herald., 1915-01-01
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New Britain herald., 1915-01-01
MCMlLAN'S After InvSbry Clearance Sale of Coats and
 Suits

COME SATURDAY AND CHOOSE 4 COAT OR A SUIT AT A REAL
 BARGAIN PRICE. You have all been waiting for this big mark down on coats and suits WOMEN'S AND MISSES COATS. Reduced to s5.9S each. Values uI to s15.oo.
 wOMEN'S AND MISSES SUITS. Reduced to s7.9s each. Values up to s25.0o. AFTER INVENTORY CLEARANCE OF JEWELRY AND SHELL
 GOODS. Many things you can have at a biz reduction.
 CHITIDREN'S GLOVES. s1.00 value. Reduced to s5c- silh and wool lined.
 LONG SCOTCH GOLF GLOVES. Elbow lengths at 75c pair. White and oxford. CLEARANCE OF HANDKERCHIEFs Lay in supply now for the season All mussed and handled handker- chiefs marked for a quick clearance
 25c AND soc PLEATING. Clearance price 19c yard.
 WARM HOSIERY. F1eeced lined and cashmere hose. At 25c and SOC pair.
New Britain herald., 1915-01-01

Cold weather brings little comfort to folks compelled to labor out in the
New Britain herald., 1915-01-01
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The Jones County news., 1915-07-15
An Appreciation of Mrs.
FendIey.

Mrs. Fendley left Tuesday to spend
tho rest Of the summer In Laurel and
points in Alabama.
Mrs. Fendley has been Matron of
the A, II. S. for the past four years.
Being with the school from It's first
year, 1t is largely owing to her tact,
kindness and wonderful executive
ability that the domitory has been
such great success.
She not only managed the culinary
department successfully but also Great
ed home like atmosphere which has
endeared the school to hundreds of
boys and girls in our county Expect
ing to take up Home Science as her
life work, Mrs, Fendley will study
at the Hattieeburg Normal next year.
Master Joe Fendley will also be
much missed at the school where he
has always been prime favorite with
the teachers and whole student body.