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New Britain herald. [microfilm reel] (New Britain, Conn.) 1890-1976, 1917-09-25
LOCAL BOY HONORED.
David Waskowitz Elected Member of
Phi Beta Kappa.

Phi Beta Kappa.
David Waskowitz if this city was
honored at Yale University this morn
ing when he was elected a member
of the Phi Beta Kappa, the honorary
academic society. Ten students from
the senior class who attained the
highest scholastic standing during the
first three years at college are elected
to the society. The Phi Beta Kappa
meets each year for election on the
day before the opening of college.
Waskowitz is the son of Mr. and
Mrs. Samuel Waskowitz of 246 North
street. He was graduated from New
Britain High school with the class of
1914 with honors. He entered Yale
the following year and has won sew
eral prizes for scholastic ability. Was
kowitz is taking a pre-medical course
at New Haven and it was reported at
the institution today that he would
also be elected into the Sigma Psi, the
honorary medical society.
New Britain herald. [microfilm reel] (New Britain, Conn.) 1890-1976, 1917-09-25
Joseph Huck.

Joseph Huck, aged S years, son of
Mr.. and Mrs. Michael Huck of IA
Spring street, succumbed to an at
tack of appendicitis at the New Brit
ain General hospital last evening, a
few hours after he had been admitted
to the institution. The boy was taken
suddenly ill yesterday afternoon and
it was decided to operate on him. He
failed to rally. The deceased was a
member of St. Andrews Lithuanian
church and the funeral will be held
from that place at o'clock Thursday
morning. Burial will be in the new
Catholic cemetery.
New Britain herald. [microfilm reel] (New Britain, Conn.) 1890-1976, 1917-09-25
DEATHS AND FUNERALS.
Mrs. Edward Peterson.

Funeral services for the late Mrs.
Edward Peterson were conducted at
$3.50 o'clock this afternoon at the
Swedish Lutheran church, Rev. S. G.
Gilman officiating. The bearers were
members Of the Vega society as fol-
lows: Aaron Carlson, Emil Bengston,
Herman Danberg,. Albert. Larson,
Emil Larson and John Larson. The
flower bearers were Alfred Parson
and Joseph E. Hultgren. Burial was
in Fairview cemetery.
New Britain herald. [microfilm reel] (New Britain, Conn.) 1890-1976, 1917-09-25
Edgar Wesley Over,

Edgard Wesley Dyer, aged 80 years,
died this morning at his home, l76
Glen street. He was native OF
Brockton, Mass, and is survived by
his wife and six children, his father,
brother and sister. The funeral
will be held at o'clock tomorrow
afternoon from Erwin mortuary
chapel, Rev. J. w. Denton officiating.
Burial will be in Fairview cemetery.
New Britain herald. [microfilm reel] (New Britain, Conn.) 1890-1976, 1917-09-25
SUES FOR COMMISSION.

Judge f. B. Hungerford acting for
Giacomo Tranga, has brought suit
against Antonio Scalise, Josephine
Gascone and Salvatore Scalise to re-
cover $3.50. The plaintiff claims he
acted as agent for the sale of some
property on LaSalle street and the
money he claims is for commission.
The papers weree served by Deputy
Sheriff Stockwell, who attached real
estate on Sexton street. The writ is
returnable in the city court on the
first Monday in October.
New Britain herald. [microfilm reel] (New Britain, Conn.) 1890-1976, 1917-09-25
Alexander Sloan.

Alexander Sloan died at the New
Britain General hospital last eve
ming. He was 81 years of age. Two
brothers, Robert and James Sloan.
survive. The funeral will be held at
2 o'clock tomorrow from Erwin Nor
tuary chapel. Rev. DR.. G. W. c. Hill
will officiate and interment will be in
Fairview cemetery.
New Britain herald. [microfilm reel] (New Britain, Conn.) 1890-1976, 1917-09-25
LIMITATION OF CLAIMS.

At a Court of Probate holden at
New Britain, within and for the Dis
trict of Berlin in the County Of Hart
ford and State of Connecticut, on the
Gath day of Septemb Der, A. D. 1917.
Present,
BERNARD F. GAFFNEY, Esq,
Judge.
On motion of Oliver D. Kent Of said
Berlin, as Administrator on the Estate
Of Flora J. Kent of said Berlin, late Of
Berlin, within said district deceased.
This Court doth decree that six
months be allowed and limited for the
creditors of said estate to exhibit their
claims against the same to the Ad-
ministrator and directs that public
notice be given of this order by adver-
Using in a newspaper published in
said New Britain, and having a circu-
lation in said district, and by posting
a copy thereof on the public sign post
in said Town of Berlin, nearest the
place where the deceased last dwelt.
Certified from Record,
MORTIMER H. CAMP,
Clerk.
New Britain herald. [microfilm reel] (New Britain, Conn.) 1890-1976, 1917-09-25
SHORTS HURRY TO
COVER THEIR DEALS
Sudden Rise in Rails Causes
FURRY on Wall Street

Wall Street-Higher prices pre-
vailed at the outset of todays trading,
the war shares and related issues ex-
tended yesterdays gains by large frac-
lions to point. These were offset,
however, by the heaviness of coppers.
motors and tobaccos. U. S. Steel also
reflected pressure with Crucible, and
rails were irregular in narrow limits.
Most advances were surrendered be-
fore the end of the first half hour on
increased offerings
Persistent selling Of U. S. Steel
which rallied to 112 only to recede to
Ill IA served to undermine the gen.
eral line during the active first hour.
Bethlehem steel also displayed
marked heaviness, falling 5-8 points
and Crucible lost ga. Other back
ward features included leading cop
pers the motors and tobaccos, Bald
win Locomotive and Westinghouse. The
few strong issues were mainly repre-
scented by shippings, feathers and oils
Substantial recoveries set in before
noon, rails leading the upward move
ment Liberty bonds sold at 99.9S to
par
The rise in rails, which ranged from
1 to 1-2 points in issues of import
ance, caused a hasty covering of
shorts and stimulated buying else
where. U. S. Steel rose to 113 and
other leaders supplemented their ad-
vances of the noon hour.
New York Stock Exchange quota
ton furnished by Richter & Co.,
members Of the New York Stock Elk
CHANCE
New Britain herald. [microfilm reel] (New Britain, Conn.) 1890-1976, 1917-09-25
JEWISH SOLDIERS HOME.

Jewish soldiers, who recently left
for Camp Devens, Aver, Mass, are
home for Yom Kippur, the most sa-
cred of all Jewish holidays. Jews all
over the world will undergo a "A hour
fast commencing at shutdown this af-
ternoon and ending at shutdown to-
morrow.
New Britain herald. [microfilm reel] (New Britain, Conn.) 1890-1976, 1917-09-25
SENATOR'S ON BILL.
Measure Involving Eight Billion Dol
lars Now Being Discussed.

Washington, Sept.S<25.-The eight
billion dollar deficiency appropriation
bill was taken up by the senate to-
day and amendments involving many
millions of dollars were agreed to
without debate or objection
New Britain herald. [microfilm reel] (New Britain, Conn.) 1890-1976, 1917-09-25
HOME FOR AGED SWEDES.
Charles Miller of This City Is Added
to Board,

Springfield, Mass, Sept, 25.-That
a home for aged Swedes shall be es-
tablished probably in New York state,
was voted today at the closing ses-
sion Of the eastern missionary associa-
ton of Swedish Congregationalists
This home will be brought about the
coming year and committee consist
ing of the board of officers and nine
others was empowered to select a
site and raise funds of $4,000. The
additional members include Rev. G. W.
Palmgren of Hartford and Charles
Miller of New Britain.
Rev. G. Mortenson was elected
superintendent of the Swedish Or
phans home in Cromwell, Conn.
New Britain herald. [microfilm reel] (New Britain, Conn.) 1890-1976, 1917-09-25
Charles Carlson.

Charles Carlson, aged So years,
residing at 484 Arch street died at
the New Britain General hospital this
afternoon. He was admitted to the
institution yesterday aor treatment.
He is survived by his wife and several
children. The funeral arrangements
are incomplete.
New Britain herald. [microfilm reel] (New Britain, Conn.) 1890-1976, 1917-09-25
WOULD EXEMPT DENTAL MEN

A petition is being circulated among
prominent men asking them to write
letters advocating the enlisting of all
dental students in the enlisted reserve
corps that they may complete their
education and join the army dental
corps, rather than the draft army
There are two students in this city
who would be affected.
New Britain herald. [microfilm reel] (New Britain, Conn.) 1890-1976, 1917-09-25
INCREASE WITHOUT ASKING.

Springfield, Mass, Sept. 25.-The
Ludlow Mfg. associates today an
nounced a substantial increase in
wages for their 2,S00 employees, eff
fective October Is. The exact amount
is not stated.
New Britain herald. [microfilm reel] (New Britain, Conn.) 1890-1976, 1917-09-25
IN POLICE GRIST.
Two Recalcitrant Husbands to Be in
Court Tomorrow.

Court Tomorrow.
Arthur Reska was arrested last
evening at his home on Silver street
on complaint charging him with
assaulting his wife. He was ar
raigned in police court this morning
before Judge James T. MeskiN, but
postponement until tomorrow morn
ing was necessitated, on account Of
the inability of Mrs. Reska to appear
as a witness.
George Warren of Dwight street
was taken into custody at the depot
this morning on a warrant charging
him with non-support Officer Charles
Mccarthy made the arrest. Warren
will be in court tomorrow
New Britain herald. [microfilm reel] (New Britain, Conn.) 1890-1976, 1917-09-25
BACK FROM MEXICO.

John Crosby Of East street is home
from two voyages made to Mexico
within the past few months, operat-
ing as a wireless operator on the
Standard Oil tanker, Comma He
expects to report again soon for more
service.
New Britain herald. [microfilm reel] (New Britain, Conn.) 1890-1976, 1917-09-25
When preparing stewed Oh

When preparing steweds chickd
and rice. put the rice in the pot wiz
the chicken one hour before til
chicken is done. When the chicka
is tender lift the pieces out with
fork, then take the rice out with
perforated ladle, arrange it aroun
the chicken, then pour the gravy ove
all. The rice will thicken the grav
and will have delicious flavor
New Britain herald. [microfilm reel] (New Britain, Conn.) 1890-1976, 1917-09-25
Louis GenOvese.

Louis Genevese, the one year old
son of Samuel Genevese of $50 Main
street, died last evening. The funeral
was held at $3.50 o'clock this after
noon and burial was in the new Cath
Ole cemetery.
New Britain herald. [microfilm reel] (New Britain, Conn.) 1890-1976, 1917-09-25
TAX DELINQUENTS IN COURT.

Acting on a complaint of Personal
Tax Collector Charles J. Elliott,
Prosecutor Klett today issued war;
rants for a batch of delinquents who
will be arraigned in court tomorrow
New Britain herald. [microfilm reel] (New Britain, Conn.) 1890-1976, 1917-09-25
ITEMS OF INTEREST TO WOMEN.

ITEMS OF INTEREST TO WOMEN.
Salt Goldfish with egg sauce, baked
: potato and a green salad makes an
excellent lunch.
There is nothing that will give
vegetable soup that delicious richness
SO much as ochre
The careful laundress always keeps
a brush on hand with which she
brushes out the fringe on towels and
doilies.
Paint which has become scratched
with matches can be restored by first
rubbing with lemon and then wash
Ing with soap and water.
few dishes, each we'll cooked and
chosen, are far better than many
otherwise in meal.
Every time you stew apples for
dinner glass Of apple jelly can be
made from the parings.
Rice may be substituted for mac
aroni with cheese. It is very >. good
/ served with tomato sauce.
Kerosene quickly applied, is a good
{ remedy for burns, and will prevent
Eaisters from arising
7 Mix a little common baking soda
with the securing brick and see how
easily the knives will clean.
When making a custard always
add a little salt This keeps the GUS
tard from drying and adds flavor.
Sauce can be made of currant jelly
, melted in boiling water and thickened
with little cornstarch.
Cakes without icing can be made
to look digestive by fruits or strip
OF candied orange peel stuck on top.
When using the gas oven place
: bowl OF water on the bottom shelf.
This prevents things from burning.
~
Remove scale from palms by
washing them in water to which has
been added a few drops of cedar oil.
! Chicken salad served in green pep
per shells is very attractive, and the
/ pepper gives the salad an excellent
nsvor.
ssWhen the jelly does not jell, boil
It over, adding small piece of the
white or an orange peel. This will
make jelly without fail
When baking potatoes it Is good
Man to allow them to stand in hot
lAter for a few minutes. They re-
Qhire much less baking.
sgAfter blankets have been washed
and dried thoroughly they should be
veil beaten with a carpet beater.
This will make them light and soft.
When frying oysters always add
q little baking powder to the flour in
which they are rolled. This increases
the size Of the oysters very much.
When making croquettes of left
over meat it is much better to boil
the meat until it is very tender. The
cfoquettes will be much more pal
sable.
AGo clean doormats put the mat
into a bath of soapy water and scrub
With a hard scrubbing brush. Then
rinse well in cold water, standing it
w to dry.
ssEvery family should own at leas,
dbe thernos bottle, and two or three
re better.
ssVegeta bles are among the best
Appliers of the salts necessary fol
niowing children.
Mime powder we'll sprinkled over
4place where cockroaches abound
VII drive them away.
left-over stewed corn can be cut
1eom the cob, put through the col
Ter and with very little stock good
Neetable soup can be made using the
en- as the main f1avoring
wake care to look at the meat that
butcher brings, if it Is not abso-
lWoly fresh send 1t back.
New Britain herald. [microfilm reel] (New Britain, Conn.) 1890-1976, 1917-09-25
TOO LATE FOR CLASSIFICATION

EXPERIENCED Saleswomen wanted
for cloak and suit department. APP
ply at once for steady or extra help.
Rothfeder's, 37S Main street.
9-25-4dx
New Britain herald. [microfilm reel] (New Britain, Conn.) 1890-1976, 1917-09-25
INFANTICIDE> SUSPECTED
Body of Newly Born Baby Found on
Beaver Strect-POIice Seek Mother
in Factory.

III Factory.
What appears to be another case
of infanticide was discovered this
afternoon in the cellar OF house at
SO Beaver street, when the remains of
a newly-born baby were found buried
under a chopping block.
From the information cleaned by
the police who are investigating the
case, the mother gave birth to the
child yesterday morning. This morn
ing she went to work in one of the To-
cal factories, and the efforts of the
police have been turned toward To-
eating her.
No one in the vicinity was able to
throw any light on the matter. Medi-
cal Examiner Elcock was called late
this afternoon to view the remains.
New Britain herald. [microfilm reel] (New Britain, Conn.) 1890-1976, 1917-09-25

FOR SALE-Grapes, soc basket, le-
Berlin. LEX
New Britain herald. [microfilm reel] (New Britain, Conn.) 1890-1976, 1917-09-25
IS CAPT. GUYNEMER DEAD?

Paris, Sept. 25.-Captain George
Guynemer, the famous French avia-
tor. is believed to be dead.
New Britain herald. [microfilm reel] (New Britain, Conn.) 1890-1976, 1917-09-25
LOCAL STOCKS
Railroad Stocks.

Railroad stocks.
HID & Con w r r guar so
N Y N H & H R r go. 25 26
Banks and Trust Companies.
Am Ind B s. T Co 200
City Bank & Trust Co ..135 las
Conn River Bkg Co ...145
Conn r & S D Co .... .505 525
Fidelity Trust Co $500. 800 325
First Natl Bank PIT
Hfd-Aetna Natl Bank PIT
HID Morris Plan Co 40
HID Trust Co .465
Land Mtg Title Co $500. 70
N B Trust Co .250 $50
Phoenix Natl Bank ...245 255
Riverside Trust CO .23O PAS
Security Trust Co .....375
State Bank & Trust Co $50
u Bank 500
Fire Insurance Companies.
Aetna E'lre $3.50 4OO
Hartford Fire ......... 725
New Britain herald. [microfilm reel] (New Britain, Conn.) 1890-1976, 1917-09-25

Water corn bread is made with
cupfuls corn meal, tablespoonful
shortening, 1 teaspoonful salt and 4
cupfuls of water. Sift meal and Sd.
add the fat and stir smooth. Shat
the mixture into cakes, and bal
thoroughly in moderate oven.
New Britain herald. [microfilm reel] (New Britain, Conn.) 1890-1976, 1917-09-25

Salt Goldfish with egg sauce, baked
potato and a green salad makes an
excellent lunch.
New Britain herald. [microfilm reel] (New Britain, Conn.) 1890-1976, 1917-09-25

The meatless meal needs to
very carefully considered for the r
son that an ill-planned group Of vel
tables is as bad as an ill-planned q
Of anything else.
New Britain herald. [microfilm reel] (New Britain, Conn.) 1890-1976, 1917-09-25

Every time you stew apples for
dinner glass Of apple jelly can be
made from the parings.
New Britain herald. [microfilm reel] (New Britain, Conn.) 1890-1976, 1917-09-25

A few dishes, each we'll cooked and
chosen, are far better than many
otherwise in a meal.
New Britain herald. [microfilm reel] (New Britain, Conn.) 1890-1976, 1917-09-25
HOUSEKEEPING NOTES.

Stale bread can be saved to
gems as we'll as griddle cakes.
All gravy and bits Of vegetabI
| meat will make good soup.
Borax and boiling water NAL
good disinfectant for the sink.
No cooking utensil should be
away until it is thoroughly dry.
Leftover cereal of any kind
| make very good breakfast muffin
Salt should not be added to
boiling water for woody vegetable
Even q leftover sauceful of be-
! can be used for pudding sauce.
Equal parts of salt and vinJ
will clean any kind of furnished b
IL OllNc OIL is 10 ne HodLSQ LOT
reason use only the best quality. |
If. the members Of your family
properly fed they will feel fit
equal to whatever they have to do
Let caulifower heads lie up
down III water for an hour before
pairing them-this eliminates dirt
insects.
After baking out the fat from
| tallow of beef the cracklings can
| ground fine, mixed with rice and
IN cakes. ~
! Dough should be kept covered N
rising to prevent crust from 70
ing, which interferes with expansi,
When the zinc tops of Mason
are no longer useful, burn them in
kitchen range with a view to cleal
the chimney.
The meatless meal needs to
very carefully considered for the ]
New Britain herald. [microfilm reel] (New Britain, Conn.) 1890-1976, 1917-09-25

There is nothing that will give
vegetable soup that delicious richness
SO much as ochre.
New Britain herald. [microfilm reel] (New Britain, Conn.) 1890-1976, 1917-09-25

81 Paint which has become scratched
with matches can be restored by first
rubbing with lemon and then wash
Ing with soap and water
New Britain herald. [microfilm reel] (New Britain, Conn.) 1890-1976, 1917-09-25

The careful laundress always keep.
brush on hand with which she
brushes out the fringe on towels an6
doflies.
New Britain herald. [microfilm reel] (New Britain, Conn.) 1890-1976, 1917-09-25

Rice may be substituted for mac
aroni with cheese. 1t is very ~ good
served with tomato sauce
New Britain herald. [microfilm reel] (New Britain, Conn.) 1890-1976, 1917-09-25

New York Stock Exchange quota
ton furnished by Richter & Co.,
members Of the New York Stock Elk
change.
New Britain herald. [microfilm reel] (New Britain, Conn.) 1890-1976, 1917-09-25

Kerosene quickly applied. is a good
remedy for burns, and will prevent
Eaisters from arising.
New Britain herald. [microfilm reel] (New Britain, Conn.) 1890-1976, 1917-09-25

After baking out the fat from
tallow of beef the cracklings can
ground fine, mixed with rice and (
in cakes.
New Britain herald. [microfilm reel] (New Britain, Conn.) 1890-1976, 1917-09-25

a Mix a little common baking soda
with the securing brick and see how
easily the knives will clean.
New Britain herald. [microfilm reel] (New Britain, Conn.) 1890-1976, 1917-09-25

When the zinc tops of Mason Il
are no longer useful, burn them in
kitchen range with a view to clearl
the chimney.
New Britain herald. [microfilm reel] (New Britain, Conn.) 1890-1976, 1917-09-25

Dough should be kept covered WI
rising to prevent q crust from fo1
ing, which interferes with expansio|
New Britain herald. [microfilm reel] (New Britain, Conn.) 1890-1976, 1917-09-25

Let caulif1ower heads lie up
down III water for an hour before
pairing them-this eliminates dirt
insects.
The Leader, enterprise and press. (Fitzgerald, Ga.) 1915-1921, 1917-09-12

They viii come again frcm 500 to
L 900 strong, and here prizes worth
$4,000 await them. The seventh an
nual Georgia Corn Show will take
place on the Southeastern Fair
Grounds at Lakewood, October IL TO
20, inclusive; greatly reduced railroad
fares are offered, and all the usual
arrangements have been made for the
reception and entertainment OF the
hundreds Of boys and girls who Will
shave their exhibits here
Besides the boys corn clubs and
girls canning clubs, the boys pig
clubs and calf clubs and the boys and
girls poultry clubs will participate in
enc of the most extensive exhibitions
leyer made by boys and girls in any
section of the country, illustrating the
splendldly progressive work that is be.
fng done in this state, under the di-
rection Of J. Phil Campbell stationed
at the State College Of Agriculture in
Athens, Ga.
The Leader, enterprise and press. (Fitzgerald, Ga.) 1915-1921, 1917-09-12
IN MEMORIAIT

Mrs. Anna Weaver was bern in
ileDroh Ind, December 18th, 1887:
departed this life September / 1917
at the home of her daughter. Mrs. II
Pollard, ia w. Oconee street. Fitz-
gerald Ga. ~
Mrs. Weaver united with the I;,;t.d
Brethren Church early in life and re-
named member until her death.
9he was a quiet, unassuming Christ
ian woman and almost constant sui
fcrer. but she bore her affection pa
tiently until she was called home.
She was united in marriage dur
ing her young womanhood 10 A. W
Fo!lard' who proceeded her in death
~ 1873, more than 40 years ago. but
she battled faithfully to support and
care for the children left to her care.
Oh the three children born in her
home, only one survives, Mrs. H. Pol
lard. She has one brother and one
sister who survive her, VIM. Bennett.
and Mrs. Z. !. Sloan. There are ave
srand-children and two great-srsnd-
children.
We join with the relatives and
friends iii this their deep sorrow and
commend them to Him who alone is
able to comfort and strengthen them
in this sad hour write, henceforth
blessed are the dead who die in the
Lord"
The funeral will take place from
the residence of her daughter, Mrs
H. Pollard, IA w. Oconee, Thursday.
$50 A. NJ. September 18th. All
friends are welcomed at the service
]. S. GRAIL.
The Leader, enterprise and press. (Fitzgerald, Ga.) 1915-1921, 1917-09-12

>>~~>>>~>~N
hihits for The 1917 Southeas crn Fair
will be under tho direction of state
Superintendent Of Education, M. L.
Britain, and the fair is Offering
prizes asgregating $500 in valae.
The displays will be divided into
classes open respectively to clement
airy county schools, eIemer tary city
or town schools, high schools, and
special schools The term special
schools will include normal schools,
colleges and universities. Work
shall DO ertered by a school and not
by an individual. A school may make
three entries, but not more, in any
one premium number.
Prizes are offered for exhibits. in
GLIDING penmanship, essay work,
original stories, drawings, water col
Or work, painting, sewing and fancy
work, map and chart work, domestic
science work
Exhibits may be sent, prepaid, to
the Superintendent Of Educational
Department Southeastern Fair, Allan
ia. Ga, any time after October s,
when they will be stored until the
opening Of the fair. Schools may OBJ
tain premium lists and instructions
from the Secretary of the Southeast
ern Fair Association, Atlanta, Ga.
The Leader, enterprise and press. (Fitzgerald, Ga.) 1915-1921, 1917-09-12
GEORGIA GEORGIA WOMEN, BOYS AND GIRLS,
Big PART IN SOUTHEASTERN FAIR
southeastern Fair Offers $1,000
In The Womens Department

When the first Georgia corn show
was held in Atlanta seven years ago,
it was an experiment Out Of that ex-
pertinent, it may be said, has grown
the Southeastern Fair-dostined 10 be
the greatest permanent fair in the
South.
Georgia Corn club boys and Georgia
Canning club girls may pride them
selves upon the fact that they are, in
very large measures, responsible for
the Southeastern Fair. 1t is their
fair
The Leader, enterprise and press. (Fitzgerald, Ga.) 1915-1921, 1917-09-12

FOR SALE-.As | am getting too
old to farm Offer for sale all OF my
farms land consisting OF twenty 5
acre tracts, one II, one 20 and one so
acre tracts, and two residences in the
city. All close 10. Any reasonable
offers viii be considered. Twenty per
cent in cash, balance te snit par
chaser mean business, c, Casper,
osice 2i4 East Cestral Ave. evFH