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The Irish standard., 1917-08-18
Membership Statement.

The total membership June 81, l9ll,
was 389,311, of which 122,668 were in
surance and 266,643 associate men,
bers-ffty-two state and seven terri
torial jurisdictions, and 1,783 subordi-
nate councils. Thirty-five new coun-
ellis were instituted during the year:
four were merged, one in Connecticut,
one in Maine, one in New jersey, and
one in Massachusetts,. Charters for
feited, one in Kentucky, and one in
Kansas.
During the year our gross increase
in membership was 43,965, our net
increase 21,196, of which latter 6,646
were insurance and 1850 associate
members.
Losses in membership for the year
show 1922 recorded suspensions
3,9OS insurance; 1884 associate; OF
whom 2,189 reinstated-72S insurance
and 1,461 associate. The percentage
of suspensions averaged about AZ per
cent; the rate amongst insurance be-
ing 7-1O per cent, and associate 5 3-1O
per cent. Suspensions, while not un.
usually large, the rate being slightly
in excess of previous year, are yet q
large total and constitute our prtn'
cipal item of loss.
Continued on Page ~
New Britain herald., 1917-01-10
MERCHANTS DISCUSS
 SHORTAGE OF CARS
Every Large City Represented at Con- vcntion-TO Better Trade
 Relations.

Philadelphia, Jan. 10.--Virtually every large city in the country was represented at the twenty fifth annual convention of the National League of Merchants which opened rere today.
 Consideration of the proposal to esta blish a national marketing com missionl is to occupy the attention ot the delegates at one of the meetings. Other topics to be discussed include Car shortage and what we can do to prevent them,' "Regulati11g cold stor- age warehouse charges for fractional part of a month"; and Rules and reg u1ations regarding heating and hand ling perishable freight
 The object of the league as ex- plained by A. D. Hitz, the president, is to bring about through organization trade relations that would be impos- sible under other conditions.
New Britain herald., 1917-01-10
WITH THE CHANGES.
Fire Ins. Co. Attached to Organization,
 Makes Fine Showing,

Norwich, Jan. 10.-Upon resum- ing sitting the state grange today heard; the reports on business trans acted by the Patrons Mutual Fire In- surance company, which IS supported by grange mep1bers. The excellence of the reports had been forecast by Grand Master Davis who said in his annual address that the company was never on so good a financial and business basis He added that in neigh boring states insurance has reached enormous proportions and is the means of saving much to all those who participate in it's business He thought the Patrons should carry ten times the number of risks it has
 The insurance report wa submit ted by H. c. Dunham. and that of the Patrons exchange by H. c Man chester.
New Britain herald., 1917-01-10
Financial
ALL STOCKS SLIP ON 'CH!ANGE TODAY
Heavy Closing Brings Day Of Bears to An End

New York. Jan. 10-Wall Street, 1O:3O.-A decline of ten points in Bethlehem Steel with one to two point recessions in oils, equipments and shipping shares marked today's s early irregular dealings. Specialties such as industrial alcohol and beet sugar also lost ground, while Cop pers, which contributed measurably to the strength of the preceding day were dull and heavy. U. s. Steel moved within a narrow radius and rails were without definite trend, except New Haven, which fell over half point. Heaviness became more general before the end of the first half hour.
 Wall St., noon-Weakness of Gen. eral Motors new stock, which de- clined thirteen points during the fore noon, or a total of thirty-two points thus far this week, was the cause of further heaviness among specialties.
New Britain herald., 1917-01-10
IN CITY COURT.

Three new cases are scheduled to come up at a short calendar session of city court Friday afternoon. They are: Tony Vernale, vs. Josephine Giafalo bond for prosecution, with Attorney F. B. Hungerford rep resenting the plaintiff and Attor- rey M. P. Sake appearing for the defendant Michael Bindas vs. Joseph Wasel, plea in abatement, with Attorney M. D. Sake appearing Tor the plaintiff and Attorneys Roche and Glover representing the defendant; City Coal & Wood company vs. New York. New Haven & Hartford Railroad company, judgment for default, with Judge B. F. Gaffney. representing the plaintiff and Attorney N. s. Bucking- ham appearing for the defense.
New Britain herald., 1917-01-10
SPANISH WAR
 VETERANS INSTALL
New Officers of A. c. Hammond Camp and Its Auxiliary
 Are Seated.

A. G. Hammond camp, U. s. w. ", and it's auxiliary held it's annual in- stallation of officers last night in c. A. R. hall with many attending. For the first time in the history of the camp it's commander was installed for the second consecutive time. J. V. D. C., Charles Houston of Waterbury acted as Installing officer for the camp assisted by James Shiller of New Haven as master of cerenl onies. Mrs. Louise Davis installed the off, cers of the auxiliary assisted by Mrs. Anna Nichols of Bridgeport.
 The officers of the camp installed are: Con-. Burton Morey; s. v. C., William H. Beckett; J. V. C., Paul c. Finance; Adj, Eugene F. Barnes; o. M, Isaac T. Hills, officer of the day Theodore Johnson; officer of the guard, Thomas Roper; trustee, Ed ward Kinderlin; chaplain Carlos F.. Jones; historian, Samuel E. Morgan; patriotic instructor, William J. Raw lings; quartermaste sergeant, F. w.. Hiltbrandt; sergeant major, Sidney M. Leonard; color sergeant, William J. Rice and William Holl, chief musician, Myron A. Young.
 Officers of the auxiliary are: Pres, Mrs George J. Fritz; S. V. P., Mrs. Martha Barnes: J. V.-P, Mrs. Will liam J. Rice; s, Mrs. Louise Davis; T., Mrs. F. W. Hiltbrandt; chaplain, Mrs. Mary E. Casey; color bearers, Mrs. Adelaide Davis, Mrs. Thomas Moore, Mrs. Philip Spindler and Mrs Thomas Gray; conductor, Miss Jennie Fades; assistant conductor, Mrs Fannie Usher
New Britain herald., 1917-01-10
1UCH! LAME BACK. # RUB LUMBAGO OR
 ~ BACKACHE AWAY
Rub Pain Right Out With Small
 Trial Bottle of Old, Penetrating "St. Jacobs Oil.'

MfKidneyS cause backaChe? No! Nf1ey have no nerves, therefore can- not cause pain. Listen! Your back ache is caused by lumbago, sciatica Sr a strain and the quickest relief is NSothing. penetrating 'St. Jacobs Oil.' hab it right on your painful back. 9Ad instantly the soreness, stiffness And lameness disappears. Don't stay crfppled! Get small trial bottle of s.St. Jacobs Oil from your druggist and Timber up. A moment after it is applied you'll wonder what became of the backache or lumbago pain.
 Rub old, honest "St. Jacobs Oil' Whenever you have sciatica, neuralgia rfe2 matism or sprain, as 1t is abso- Iutely harmless and doesn't burn the skin.
New Britain herald., 1917-01-10
WANT STATUE LIGHTED.
Board of Public Works Receive Pcti.
 tion to Continue Illumination,

M. H. Camp, chairman of the Christmas tree committee of the Chamber of Commerce, has written to the board of public works asking that the light which was used on the statue during the holidays be installed permanently. The matter will be talk en up for consideration at the next meeting of the board
 During the time that the statue was illuminated. much favora blc comm ent was heard about the city. and it was the concensus of opinion that the light should be left there. IT has been removed however. Through the ener- getic work of the subcommittee named to raise funds for the Christ mas tree a sum of about s25. remains from the celebration.
New Britain herald., 1917-01-10
City Mems

Goldenblum's Satin Hats, ssc.- advt.
 Secretary A. H. Andrews of the Chamber of Commerce is in New York on business.
 Letter Carrier John F. Burns is still confined to his home on Seymour street by illness.
 t Postmaster w. F. Delaney is in re- ceipt of quantity of blanks for the income tax.
 sThe postponed installation of off, cefs of Stanley post, G. A. R., will be held this evening.
 Retiring President Charles Young sJof the Journeymen Barbers' union, will be in charge of the installation exercises in Central Labor Union hall tomorrow evening.
 "A meeting will be held at the home of Mrs. William F. Brooks, AS High street tomorrow afternoon, when a ! worker from the New England Surgi- cal Dressings committee will give an Illustrated talk. s1 5 David l.. Fultz, president of the Baseball Players fraternity, will ad dress the members of the Y. M. c. A. next Sunday afternoon at o'clock. Doric council, R. & S. M., will hold the regular monthly meeting in Ma spnic hall this evening. ...
 A new bowling. league will be formed at the Y. M. c. A. and the final preparations will be made to- morrow evening.
 Miss Marion Evelyn Stark will give readings at the meeting of the Ladies Aid society of the Stanley Memorial church this evening".
 Vesta Review, l.. o. T. M meets ..o- : night and every member Is urged to attend, as State Organizer Miss Clara ". Larkin will be present to discuss aorne important matters.
New Britain herald., 1917-01-10
ESPOSITO-McGRATH.

A pretty wedding took place at St. Mary's church this morning at s o'clock, when Miss Mary Frances Me Grath of % Lawlor street became the bride of Michael Francis Lsposto or Torestville. The nuptial knot was tied by Rev. John T. Winters and a nuptial high mass was celebrated. John McGrath and Miss Eljza beth Me- Grath, brother and sister respectively, of the bride, were best man and bridesmaid. A reception followed the ceremony at the home of the brides parents. The couple will reside in Forestville.
New Britain herald., 1917-01-10
SUPERNUMERAR SALARIES.

Supernumerary policemen of the New Britain department will have a special meeting at 2:30 Sunday after- noon in city court room relative to matters connected with their pay, de- spite action by the safety board in adopting a new one. Special attention will be given to provisions for theater duty and work outside the city. Chairman IF. G. Babcock of the safety board has expressed his intention of attending the meeting.
New Britain herald., 1917-01-10
BUNGALOW IS TO BE
 REMODELLED INSIDE
After Viking A. c. Fair Dancing Hall Will Be Made Much Smaller,
 According to Plans.

According to Plans.
 Immediately following the con- clusion of the Viking A. c. fair which is to be held from January 25 through February 5, the interior of the Nor den bungalow at the foot of Arch street is to be entirely remodelled. The dancing floor will be made con- siderably smaller and around the outer walls partitions will be erected, mak- ing a dining room on all four sides of the building.
 Frank Olson has been selected as chairman of the Viking A. e. fair committee and he is being assisted by Gunnar Carlson, Malcolm Eckstrand, Walter Nelson, John Johnson, Rolf Sederterg, Stephen Johnson, Arthur Hoglund, Ellis Johnson, Harry Robert son and George Anderson. The fol- lowing committee chairmen have been chosen: Press, Walter Nelson enter tainment, John Johnson; canvassing, Malcolm Eckstrand; booth, J. A. Johnson; refreshments, Arthur Hog lund checking, Albert Killgren; candy George Anderson; flower booth, Wal ter Nelson.
 A number of young ladies nave volunteered their services as canvas sers. Among them are: Esther and Minnie Sandberg, Linnea Johnson, Esther Anderson, Florence and Edith Kronholn, Alice and Agnes Anderson, Pauline Olson, Lillian and Ruth Hog lund, Anna Torrcll Helen Nelson, Alice Helga, and Laura Berlin, Jennie kallgren, Lillian Lindquist, Mildred and Minnie Johnson, Margaret Jones, Florence Robertson, Sigma Kallberg, Clara Larson, Maria Schneider, Ellen Anderson, Ida Eliason and Esther Swanson.
New Britain herald., 1917-01-10
LAWYERS SEEM TO
 FAVOR AMENDMENT
City Court Will Likely Be Given
 Unlimited Jurisdiction

The charter amendment proposed by the charter revision committee and referred to the lawyers fraternity committee, which provides for the es- tablishment of a court of unlimited Jurisdiction, principally in order that aliens may be naturalized in New Britain without having to go to Hart ford at an added expense, will not l meet with opposition from the local lawyers, according to the statem ents of members of the lawyers commit tees.
 Some Against, More in Favor. The lawyers fraternity committee is neys and to them is relegated the duty of preparing proposed charter changes that would effect the city court Because they are more fla miliar with needs of the city court and as 1t would effect them most, the charter revision committee, referred to them the draft of their proposed amendment of unlimited jurisdiction. Although a few of the lawyers have expressed themselves as opposed to this change, the majority speak in favor of it. Those in opposition
 
 best interests to bring a suit of $1O,- 900 or some other large amount ma king it returnable before the local court where all principals are possibly more or less we'll known. In case of objection on the part of any parties to a suit about having it returnable before the city court the opposing lawyers claim it would be embarass- to oel- o1, .>f
 In the opinion of a majority of the lawyers, however, the raising of the city court to court of unlimited jurisdiction would be a good thing and they feel that New Britain is just as capable of handling such an insti- tuition as is Meriden, where one is in vogue. By raising the status of the city court aliens could be naturalized right here at home, but their exam nations would be just as rigid and none would be naturalized who were not qualified. Also it is pointed out that should any lawyer wish to make his suit returnable before the court of common pleas or the superior court he would have that right The general opinion among the legal fra ternity seems to be that by giving AcNeSA that is giving the court the power to sit in judgment on cases involving any amount, their own work would be made easier. Their frequent, tire some trips to Hartford would be elim- mated and they say they feel sure of just as judicial and fair treatment here as in Hartford.
 Would Limit Appeals.
 The lawyers fraternity committee at recent meeting expressed them selves as being decidedly in favor of this proposed amendment. They also went further and indicated desire to limit the appeals from the city court. They feel that it is wrong to permit an appeal to the higher court in cases involving $100 or less, yet it is now permissa ble. At present the city court has jurisdiction in civil cases in which the amount involved is $500 or less. Cases of a greater amount have to go either to the court of common pleas or the superior court. With court of unlimited jur- isdiction here all cases could be tried.
New Britain herald., 1917-01-10

International Nickel and Internation- a Paper also denoted pressure and high rails inclining to follow. Steel manifested a better tone With cop pers, especially Utah, Granby and Chile. Dealings were light. Bonds were irregular.
 Wall St., 1:30 D. m.-Tra ding be- came more active later but wholly of a declining scale. Bethlehem Steel and General Motors extending their losses, with material dullness in su- gars and other specialties. United States Steel also receded, despite the December record breaking tonnage reported.
 Wall Street, closing-Steel, ship pings. oils and central leather were leaders in. the further decline of the last hour. The closing was heavy. Sales were estimated at 750,000 shares.
 New York Stock Exchange quota tions furnished by Richter & Co.,, members of the New York Stock EX- change. Represented by E. w. Eddy.
New Britain herald., 1917-01-10
LICENSE IS SUSPENDED.

Following a hearing before Secre- tary of State Perry yesterday the au- tomobile operators license held oy Harry Johnson of 4 Highland street was suspended for ten days. The hearing resulted from Johnson's ar rest some time ago by Officer Wa1en- czius on charge of operating car without lights and without license.
New Britain herald., 1917-01-10
U. OF P. BOARD.
Trustees Will Be Chosen By Vote of
 Alumni in Future.

Philadelphia, Jan. 10.-Changing it's board of trustees from a self-perpet- uating to an elective body, the Uni versity of Pennsylvania is filling two vacancies on the board by tho. votes of alumni.
 Acting under the new rules the general alumni society today sent a list of names to the trustees, from which they are to return six names three for each vacancy and the two receiving the greatest number of votes will be elected.
New Britain herald., 1917-01-10
CENSOR FOR PRISON.

sAIbany, N. Y., Jan. 10.-A censor ship on all articles touching on pris- s0n administration which are written by prison inmates or employees and Ire intended for publication or dis
 Hbution has been tablished by Su- shefintendent James Carter of the state prison department
New Britain herald., 1917-01-10
CARTOONIST DEAD.

Chicago, Jan. 10.-Luther D. Brad ley, for many years cartoOnist for the Chicago Daily News, died of heart disease at his home last night MT. Bradley's political and war cartoons fave attracted international atten- f10n. Bradley was born n New Haven, &onn., in 1853. He studied at Yale Irith the class of 1877.
New Britain herald., 1917-01-10
NOMINATIONS MADE. residcnt Sends Names O Senate
for Confirmation.

for Confirmation. B #Washington, Jan. 10.-Nomiinations sen to the senae by President Wilson today included: Inpecor General of the Army, Col. John L. Chamberlain, n, with rank of Brigadier General < Member of the California Debris commission Col. Edwrd Burr, CAEps of Engineers.
 Secretary of the Territory of HWaii, Curis Piehu Iauhe.
New Britain herald., 1917-01-10
BRITISH WAR LOAN.

London, Jan. 10, 1:15 D. nl.---l though the formal terms of the n' British war loan will not be ma public until Friday, a nation wi campaign for supscrlptlins vii. fS mally be launched at a mass meeti in the London Guild hall tomorrow.
New Britain herald., 1917-01-10
RECORD FOR STEEL.

New York. Jan. 10.-Unfilled or ders of the United States Steel cor poration for the month ending De- cember 31, reached il, ,547,286 tons an increase of 4SS.744 over the pre- vious month, again breaking all rec Ords.
New Britain herald., 1917-01-10
EXPORT ADVANCE.

New York, Jan.f 10.-The Standa Oil company of New York today a nounced an advance of twenty-fi points in thes price of refined petr' cum for export, making refined cases twelve cents per gallon, tanks 4.75 cents and standard whl in barrels S90 cents.
New Britain herald., 1917-01-10
PAWTUCKET POSTMASTER,

Washington, Jan. 10.-President Wilson today sent to the senate the nomination of Peter J. Heffern to be postmaster at Pawtucket, R. I.
New Britain herald., 1917-01-10

Organized under Connecticut laws to build high grade motor cars known as CHARTER OAK, designed and built under the personal direction of Fred A Law.
 The cost of every unit part is known--the cost of the completed Is known--thc 191, output is sold in advance of production at price to be paid in advance of delivery--the difference is the known profit, which shows 2O9o earnings on the common stock out-stand- ing.
 Dividends create enthusiasm. Applications for smaller subscri ptions will be given prefer ence as wider distribution of stock is desired.
 There is available only 600 shares Pre- ferred, 6%o cumulative, stock at par (s1O0. per share.) Each of these preferred shares however, still carries a bonus of one share of the full paid and non-assessable Common stock, of the same par value. .
 There will be retained in the Treasury suf1- cient Preferred and Common stock for future needs, should expansion be deemed advisable. It is not likely however, that so attractive an offer will ever again be made
New Britain herald., 1917-01-10

Don't kick the pcor brute!
 He's not to blame-cOmc here next hme for your suit, and you'll avoid any irritatiOn-We give satisfaction, or we give back your money.
 Just now We are opening a few late corners in medium weight suits Perhaps here's just the suit you've been looking for at $2O.
 Others from SIP to $24-
 How about underwear? Here are the Union Suits $1.OO to $3.5O.
New Britain herald., 1917-01-10
LOCAL STOCK MARKET
New Britain Stocks Have Been More In Demand Today-Priccs Remain Firm On All Securities Listed,

All of the New Britain manufa ctur- ng stocks were in fairly good demand
Ottumwa semi-weekly courier. [volume] (Ottumwa, Iowa) 1916-1918, 1917-05-18
WILL VISIT ELDON
TO ATTEND MEETING

The Ottumwa Commercial club will
be represented at the meeting of the
Eldon Commercial club tonight. The
local men have been invited and five
have arranged to make the trip. 1t is
expected by nightfall the party to &c
from here will be considerably increas
ed. Thus far the men who announced
their intention to visit the neighborins
club are: G. F. Spy, vice presi-
dent NJ. L. Toulme, secretary; G. r
Scott, county agent; c. G. Merrill and
Rev. Malcolm Dana.
The meeting is called for p. m. and
the Ottumwans will leave here early
in the evening in autos. Mr.. Scott left
this afternoon in order to visit num-
Der of the farms in that vicinity before
evening The Rev. Mr.. Dana will speak
on the Red Cross work.
Ottumwa semi-weekly courier. [volume] (Ottumwa, Iowa) 1916-1918, 1917-05-18
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West End Items

Miss Anna Gee, of Des Moines, Is
visiting at the home of her parents
Mr.. and Mrs. Joseph Gee, on Milwau
kee avenue.
Mrs. Nellie Strayer. has returned
to her home in Rock Island, H., after
visiting Mr.. and Mrs. James Joseph
on Randolph street.
Mrs. R. NJ Thomas, has returned tc
her home in Des Moines after visiting
friends in the West End.
Miss Bessie Harper, has gone to Des
Moines to visit with relatives.
Mrs. John Rice, of Moulton. has
gone home after visiting Mr. and Mrs
Nose Jones, North Graves street.
Miss Edith Thompson, Of Des
Moines. has returned home after a
short visit with Mr.. and Mrs. Tom
Harper.
Harry Clawson of Marshalltown, has
returned after visiting his parents, Mr..
and Mrs G. Clawson, on Randolph
street
Mrs. Robert Lewis and son Robert.
1?4S West Second street has return.
ed from visiting in Oskaloosa.
Mr. and Mrs. William Richards and
children, 1902 West Second street has
returned from visit in Abba.
S. c. Timmins, Of Forrest avenue,
has returned from Billings, Mont.
Mr.. and Mrs. R. Zoiiiner, 1909 West
Main street. have returned from Abba.
Mrs. Bonnie Ford and children have
returned from Bidwell, where they Wis.
tied relatives.
Ottumwa semi-weekly courier. [volume] (Ottumwa, Iowa) 1916-1918, 1917-05-18
WANTS STIFFER
LEGAL BOUNDS
PRESIDENT OF STATE OSTEO-
PATHS ADVOCATES AMEND
MENT OF LAWS.

Des Moines, May 17-Stffening OF
the legal requirements for the practice
of osteopathy in Iowa was recommend
cd by Dr. f. G. Cluett of Sioux City
president of the Iowa OsteopathG as
ISOLATION, in his address before the
opening session of the nineteenth an
nual convention yesterday.
DR.. Cluett advocated the amend
nent of the present law which re-
quires four terms of five months each
within two years to make the law con-
form to the school requirements for
degree, most of the schools now giving
four year courses of eight or nine
months a year.
He spoke at length of the danger to
the practice Of osteopathy from. the
other schools of drugless healing and
of the work of the legislative commit
tee in contributing to the defeat of the
chiropractors' bill before the thirty
seventh legislature because OF the low
requirements it contained for the
right to practice.
Following addresses this morning by
Dr.. Bertha Claussen of Indianola and
DR.. c. W. johnson of Des Mclnes the
annual business meeting OF the asso-
citation will be held and officers for the
ensuing year elected.
DR.. D. " Moore of Iowa Falls will
be the principal speaker at the after
noon session A feature Of the con-
vent:nn this afternoon will he the pro-
gram Of the womar's department with
addresses by Dr. Matte Kitson NJ
Usage. DR.. Della Caldwell Of Dcs
Moines and DR.. Charlotte McCusky Of
Council Bluffs.