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New Britain herald., 1918-12-19
What Lillian Did to Get the Earliest
News.

LIiIIian's prediction as to my
|laother-in-1aw's reception of the news
concerning Dicky was fulfilled ex-
;sctly.
1t didn't bring on one of her dread
ed heart attacks at all-instead, it
appeared to put new life into her
veins. She looked 10 years younger
when I finished telling her of Dicky's
exploit repeating as accurately as
II was able the news account Allen
Drake had read to me over the tele-
phone. hadn't concentrated my
memory upon his recital, because OF
my suspense concerning Dicky so that
Nj wasn't able to repeat it word for
word, as I otherwise could have done,
but had every essential point of tho
narrative, ald my mother-in-1aw s
face grew more luminous at every
word.
IT am proud, indeed, Of my son."
she said after moments silence,
Savhile her gray head lifted itself
higher. and her pallid face flushed
with joy in her boy. This is the
second time within a, Year that Rich
bird has proved himself in most ter
bible test, and escaped. I trust the
Sthird--"
Lillian's prompt interruption stop
bed all reference to the old superst1-
Sion which my mother-in-law, usual
#y the least credulous of women, evil
dontIy had upon her lips.
Mr.. Drake said that this dispatch
would be in all the afternoon pa
pers." she announced. "Of course
you'll want to see them as soon as
possible. What editions do you get
put here?"
She turned to my father as she
spoke with her usual unerring direct
ness at selecting the person best
Equipped to give her the information
she needed.
They're called the afternoon edi-
lions, believe my father said dry
IL
Lillian flashed him a comprehend
ng glance.
THAT means they are printed at
~. x. in the morning" she comment
Ia ironically. They won't have a line
hf this, and, of course, we want all
#he papers. In other days I could
have had them sent out by special
messenger, but it's as much as your
N ife is worth nowadays to get hold of
messenger even from one city block
No another"
She pondered a moment, then look
Il up brightly.
Il have it," she said. isn't there
one man or woman in Marvin, some
ommuter you know, to whom you
New Britain herald., 1918-12-19
'EOX'S THEATER.

Mrs. Charlie Chaplin, the most
talked-of film star at present. is the
attra elton at F'oX's theater in the
latest Jewel production Borrowed
Clothes. Ever since the announce
ment was made that Charlie Chaplin,
the million dollar comedy king, had
taken a wife, patrons of the theater
have been curious to know who the
lucky girl IS. Mildred HarriS-Mrs.
Charlie Chaplin--is only IT years of
age and has been in motion pictures
only o little over IL months She was
chosen by Lois Weber, the Belasco Of
the screen, to star in Jewel prOduc-
tons because she was pretty, girlish,
delicate and ntelligent-eNactly what
the new and better kind of photoplays
today demand. In addition to the
delicate charm of her face and her
sweet personality by reason Of her
fine intelligence She is an exceptional
ly fine actress. In her latest success
she repeats the tremendous hit that
she made in 1.-The Price of a Good
Time and For Husbands Only"
Borrowed Clothes" without sugges-
tiveness, handles in the most subtle
and skillfuI manner one of the biggest
home problems of the day. Dor
rowed Clothes is one of the most
dramatic and appealing photoplays of
the year. Mrs. Chaplin is assisted by
Lewis Cody and a large, nationally
known cast. OF added interest to the
above Is the exclusive showing in New
Britain OF the surrender of the Ger
man fleet at the Firth of Forth, Scot
land. The dramatic and humiliating
surrender Of the Hun fleet SO graph
ically described by Ex-President Taft
Monday evening, is shown in these
pictures Of the American, British and
French fleets, with the German ar
mazda crawling through with it's co1ors
lowered, never to rise again.
Fox's vaudeville includes Ali
Rajah, the clairvoyant, in a marvellous
exhibition Of mind-reading, mental
telepathy and second sight. Rajah
has been a sensation wherever pre-
sented. Her knowledge of ones inner
most thoughts has beenpronounced
unbelievable. Rajah will answer
questions put to her at both matinee
and evening performances. In addi-
ton to Ali-R ajah. there are three
other acts-Lois and Grace Harvey in
singing and talking act; iced and
Lazella., comedians and Bussey's Dogs.
new Sunshine comedy, entitled
Choose Your Exit" and a Pathe
comedy completes the film program.
New Britain herald., 1918-12-19
kEENEY'S THEATEER.

Crowded houses are the rule now
adays at Keeney's theater and espo-
cia11y has this been true the past
week. This week the management is
giving away at each performance,
pigs, chickens, vegetables, flour and
many other things that will come in
handy for the Xmas dinner. Every
person entering the theater receives
a ticket and number and during the
drawing at the end of the show each
person has a chance of winning ii
prize.
The feature picture for the remain .
der of the week will be THE WoIna
Of Impulse" starring the world re
most beautiful woman on the stag
today. Today the latest episode OF
The Hand of Vengeance" will be
shown. This is the most thrillinc.
chapter of this great serial and the
people who are following the picture
through should not fail to come to-
day. The latest Mack-Sennett COM
edy and other features together with
current events complete the bill To-
morrow THE Brass Bullet" the won
derful serial In which Juanita Han
sen aad Jack Marshall star The
vaudeville bill is headed by Mile
Wanda, the greatest menta1ist in the
world. ASK her any questions about
love or business and she will answer
you. The work of the woman is moth
ing short of marvellous. Don't fail to
see her tonight. Elmore and Lee.
clever acrobats, and another good act
complete the bill. Don't forget YOU
are entitled to a free chance on a
turkey, chicken or pig tonight. Come
early and get a seat
New Britain herald., 1918-12-19
Tells H0IU to Stop O.
Bad Cough
Surprising results from this famous
old home-made syrup. Easily
prepared and costs little
Ssassassas>sa0 $3.50

II you have a severe cough or ches
cold accompanied with soreness, throa
sickle, hoarseness, or difficult breathing
or if your child wakes up during thi
night with Group and you want quicA
help, try this reliable old home.mad
cough remedy. ANY druggist can sup
ply you with 215 ounces of Pinex
Pour this into a pint bottle and I'll
the bottle with plain granulated suga|
syrup. Or you can use clarifies
molasses, honey, or corn syrup, in
stead of sugar syrup, if desired. Thil
recipe makes pint Of really remarkably
cough remedy. 1t tastes good, and il
spite of it's low cost, it can be dependes
upon to give quick and lasting relief
You can feel this take hold of cougi
in a way that means business. It loos
ems and raises the phlegm, stops throa
tickle and soothes and heals the irritate
membranes that line the throat and bron
chial tubes with such promptness, cas-
and certainty that it Is really aston
ishing.
Pinex is a special and highly concen
trated compound of genuine Norway pin
extract, and Is probably the best know
means of overcoming severe coughs
throat and chest colds.
There are many worthless limitations
this mixture, To avoid disappointment
ask for "2 II ounces of Pinex" with f0l
directions and don't accept anything else
Guaranteed to give absolute satisfaction
or money promptly refunded. The Pine
Co., Fl. Wayne Ind.
New Britain herald., 1918-12-19
News For Women Readers and 1heaferg0erS-----
FADS AND FASHIONS

White organdle ruff1es finish the
bottoms of pretty sleeves.
Red velvet and gray angora make
n pretty combination.
Heavy tasse1s are attractive on
the new silk handbags.
The monks collar is still seen on
the smartest costumes.
Velvet hats with large brims are
inclined to have crushed crowns.
The close-fitting bodice is a smart
fashion.
Circular metal buckles are used
for the new cloth belts.
SuX-cuffs are faring and fasten
with a single large button.
Diamond shaped pockets are I'M
usual.
The picot-edge is still used for
finishing sheer materials.
Hats are offtimes merely mat
ter of drapery.
A huge bow in front Is the only
trimming of many a large velvet hat.
Fawn-colored spats are attrac-
tive worn with mahogany pumps.
New Britain herald., 1918-12-19
AMATEUR TTIEATRTCALS.
Young Ladies at South Church Pro.
sent Pleasing Entertainment.

The young ladies at the South
Congregational church presented a,
novel entertainment last evening in
the church chapel in which amateur
theatricals, with an excellent musical
program, furnished the chief fea,-
lures.
A playlet entitled, Garry On,
written and directed by Miss Ruth
Miner, gave the amateur thespians
an opportunity to show their ability
and their efforts pleased their
audience Those who took part were
the Misses Elizabeth Rogers, Gerda
Carlson, Ruth Ribbard, Ruth Gro
cock, Helene Henry. Ruth Loomis,
Virginia Hart Priscilla Crabtree.
Frances Dean. Elizabeth Irving, Ruth
Henry, Ruth Bassette, Helen Smith.
Bernadine Walker, Doris Bradley,
Esther johnson. May Wallace, Evelyn
Holmes and Ethel Aldrich.
New Britain herald., 1918-12-19
CITY ITEMS

Miss Anna Bodley, daughter of Rev.
and Mrs. Harry ]. Bodley, is in New
York and will sail for France in the
next few days, She is to engage in
Y. w. c. A. canteen work. Miss Bod
ley is a graduate of the local High
school.
William Walsh has been DISCHARGED
and returned home from Camp Up
ton. He went to Fortress Monroe
with draft contingent last fall and
was transferred to Camp Upton. The
men at Fortress Monroe are being
discharged rapidly.
New Britain herald., 1918-12-19
.UI6ESIIUN ANU
CONSTIPATION
Quickly Relieved By
"Fruit-a-tives"

RocHoN, Pc
''I suffered for many years with
terrible Indtgesttoaand CONSTIPATION.
4 neighbor advised "FIUit-a-ttues"
Tor Fruit Liver Tablets. I tried
them. To the surprise Of my doctor,
I began to improve and he advised
me to go on with "FSnit-a-tf0es".
I consider that I owe my life to
"Fruit-a-tives" and I want to say to
those who suffer from Indigestion
Constipation or Headaches - try
"Fruit-a--ives' and you will getwell".
CORINE GAUDREAU.
SOC. box, 6 for $3.50, trial size 25c.
At dealers or from FRUIT-A-TIVES
United. OGDENSBTTRc. ~
New Britain herald., 1918-12-19
What MIR. KindeIan Saws
Is Surely of Interest to Herald
Readers.

Is Surely of Interest to Herald
Readers.
New Britain people are always in
terested in the statements of New
Britain residents. And this is par
ticularly true when a man so we'll
known as Mr.. Kindelan speaks. Those
in New Britain who suffer from
backache, headache and other kid
ney ills will make no mistake by fol-
lowing the example OF J. w. Kin
delan, blacksmith, % Seymour street,
He says: IT used a box or two of
Doans Kidney Pills some time ago
and I surely had satisfactory results.
It was for a weak and painful back
that I took Doan's. / know Doan's
Kidney Pills can be depended upon
for such trouble"
coo, at all dealers. Foster MiIburn
Co.. Mfgrs.. Buffalo N. Y.
New Britain herald., 1918-12-19
MY SOLDIER SWEETHEART
rson'sCo OF
REVELATIONS OF A WIFE

could telephone, asking them to bring
out the latest edittcns?"
The Telephone Rings.
My father and / looked covertly at
each other. We share tho same hOr-
ror of asking strangers to do favoro
for us, and our acquaintanceship in
Marvin is both limited and casual.
II really don't know any one we'll
enough for that" l said doubtfully,
Drawing the rather astonished express
sion upon Lillians face. She is so
used to getting things done, regard
less of such trivial things as expense
or the dread of 'bOthering" people,
that 7 knew my scruples annoyed her.
The morning papers will have the
same account, won't they?" I queried,
but my mother in laws voice, imperi-
Gus. almost shrill, interrupted:
Margaret. 7 must have those pa
pers as quickly as they can be gotten
here. II you can stand il to wait to
see that glorious account il print /
cannot"
I'll manage it some way" I said
quickly, and would have assured her
further, but for the shrill pealing Of
the telephone. Lillian and I started
for it together, but she drew back as
I took down the receiver. in Difference
to my feeling that I must be first to
hear any further news. I could think
of no other possible reason for a teIe-
phone call but further news concern
ing Dicky
This is the editorial office of
the a suave voice said. Is this the
home of Lieut.. Richard Graham of
Marvin, a member of the aerial
squadron, who sailed for France on
Yes, it is" / replied, realizing
that this was the beginning of the in
evitable deluge of newspaper queries
and interviews which would naturally
follow Dicl<y's exploit. I had become
we'll accustomed to it after his air
plane accident. I realized two other
things in the same instant, first, that
if it hadn't been for Lillian / would
have been subjected to a, severe shock
at receiving the first news of the
presence of Dicky upon the Alminana
from a newspaper office; second, that
+ mustn't betray the fact that I al
ready knew the story the reporter
was ecidently about to tell me.
The Problem Solved.
'1 would like to speak to Mrs.
Graham
ST am Mrs Graham"
w nave STORY mere COlCGIIllIl$S
Lieut.. Graham's bravery in the wreck
of the Alminana which has just come
in" the voice went on.
WAS Lieut.. Graham on the tor
pedoed ship?" I demanded excitediy,
and felt Lillian patting me approving
ly upon the shoulder
yes, but he's safe, Mrs. Graham,
and but slightly injured. He is one
of the heroes of the wreck, and we're
very anxious to get a photograph of
him in his uniform if you have one.
Will YOU be so kind as to tell me
where we can get one?"
| turned to Lillian, holding my
hand over the mouthpiece Of the tel
ephone.
HE wants a photograph, Lillian.
Do you remember the name of the
photographer where Dicky had those
last ones taken?"
Lillian took the telephone from my
hand.
There are no photographs except
out here" she said crisply. eff you
will come out at once and bring all
the afternoon papers containing the
account of Lieut.. Graham with you
we will give you your choice of sew
eral photographs.
New Britain herald., 1918-12-19
THEATER BILLS TONIGHT

principal accuser, openly publishing
false story in the Cologne Rheinische
Zeitung, which, as a man OF honor,
Houdini could not ignore, He asked
an apology and retraction Of the
false story, which latte" the entire
press of Germany had copied but he
was only laughed at. The case was
carried to the highest court in Ger
many, and Houdini won. Then the
following appeared in the Cologne
press:
In the name of the King:
BE it known that the artist known
as Harry Houdini, of New York City
America, against the Cologne Police
Schutzmann Werner Graft for slam
dering (insulting)
"Houdini has the right to publish
the verdict one time in the Cologne
newspapers at the cost of Schutmann
Werner Graft. For the righttul
writing of this verdict, we sign as
responsibilities, Coin, October IA,
1902. Stock Sekretar.
"Gerichteschreiber des Kgt. Ants
gericht Abtlg. VI"
New Britain herald., 1918-12-19

Dampened newspapers can be util-
lied to save dust when sweeping
either by tearing in little bits and
sprinkling about the floor, or laying
under the door crack to keep dust
from flying into the next room.
New Britain herald., 1918-12-19
HOUSEHOLD NOTES

Don't throw away the soapsuds
when washing is over. These are
found excellent manure for bushes
and young plants.
New Britain herald., 1918-12-19

A bit Of cloth or chamois should
always be kept in the sewing machine
drawer to wipe off the machine before
beginning to stitch.
New Britain herald., 1918-12-19

If when tired you will drop every
thing and rest, you can accomplish
more than if you forced yourself
when tired.
New Britain herald., 1918-12-19

Boiled beans can be served with a
salad dressing into which has been
put hard-bolled egg-the yolk
rubbed into the dressing, and the
white chopped over the whole.
New Britain herald., 1918-12-19

A pint OF common white beans
properly simmered until tender, then
favored with a little onion and dished
up with little fat and fresh parsley,
is a humble dish that is not to be
despised.
New Britain herald., 1918-12-19

Don't throw away the soapsuds
when washing is over. These are
found excellent manure for bushes
and young plants.
A bit Of cloth or channels should
always be kept in the sewing machine
drawer to wipe off the machine before
beginning to stitch.
When storing cutlery, wipe the
blades lightly with a little vaseline.
Before using, wash in soda water and
clean in the usual way.
To make jam or marmalade look
clear without sIzimming it, add a
piece of butter the size of an egg be-
fore removing the fruit from the fire.
Warm towels are q great comfort
in the bathroom, and may be secured
by having a towel rack made of pipe
connected with the heating system.
A sanitary garbage pail is one of
the points of household equipment
which the careful housekeeper will
not overlook.
Sweet potatoes fill a very real
want in sugat -ess dinners-they can
be used for pies and buildings. as we'll
as vegetables.
a wire draining basket can be
utilized to hold the dishes after they
have been rinsed in hot water--this
to save wiping them.
a delicious dessert for winter is
made with a, crisp, short biscuit crust.
Baked, they cut with a hot knife, but
tered and spread with any favorite
Jam, just as you would spread a
layer cake.
New Britain herald., 1918-12-19

When storing cutlery, wipe the
blades lightly with a little vaseline.
Before using, wash in soda water and
clean in the usual way.
New Britain herald., 1918-12-19
What is Castoria

Castor Oil, Paregoric,
Soothing Syrups 1t pleasant 1t contains neither
thirty has been constant for the RELIEF
Constipation Flatuenc Wind Collie and Darrha aayng Fevs
therero, by regulating the Stomach and Bowels
assimilation of Food; giving healthy and natural Sleep
The Panacea-The Mothers Friend
and
H Fletcher
Allow
but Experiments that
hevithand health of Infants and IF
NEUTRALITY-SUSPICIOUS. against Experiment ~ <ALENz@.
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New Britain herald., 1918-12-19

To make jam or marmalade lool
clear without skimming it, add
piece of butter the size of an egg be
fore removing the fruit from the fire
New Britain herald., 1918-12-19

a wire draining basket can b
utilized to hold the dishes after the
have been rinsed in hot water--thi
to save wiping them.
New Britain herald., 1918-12-19

could telephone, asking them to bring
out the latest edittCns?"
New Britain herald., 1918-12-19

Ihere are no phOtOgraphS except
out here" she said crisply. eff you
will come out at once and bring all
the afternoon papers containing the
account of Lieut.. Graham with you
we will give you your choice of sew
era1 photographs
New Britain herald., 1918-12-19

Sweet potatoes fill very rea
want in sugat- ess dinne1s-they cal
be used for pies and buildings, as wei
as vegetables.
The Washington times., 1918-12-12
LECoCQ'S DEATH RECALLS
CRAZE OF CAN-CAN DANCE

The death Of Alexandra Charles 70
coco. the musical composer. in Paris
at the ripe age Of eighty-six years. re-
calls a time when some Of his operas
were the rage Of the town and country.
While. however, "Girofie-GirOfia" and
THE Little Duke" won much success.
II was with The Daughter Of Madame
Angot," as presented particularly by
the late Maurice Grau with Aimee and
her Partisan blondes, that he was
known.
Oldtimers can go back and recall
the rush there was to get front seats
to hear The Daughter OF Madame
Angot." not so much for the music as
to witness the wonderful can-can
dance OF the resolution. which was
said to be so risque that even the most
respectable people had to go to find
out II II was really as wicked as had
been reported.
II was this opera. and particularly
some other by Lecocq, which intro
duced a certain style Of ballet which
was for a long time in vogue. But II
IS to the credit of the good taste of
the American people that the craze
died out about as quickly as 1t arose.
However, Lecocq's music was very
catching, and at the time there was
not a street boy who was not whtstling
some of the tunes.
The Washington times., 1918-12-12
REVIVAL OF
OLD POLISH MUSIC

The rehabilitation OF Poland as a
free and united country. which is one
Of the happy results to be anticipated
from the war, will undoubtedly lead
to . spontaneous revival OF her two
leading national music forms. the
stately PolonA!ss and the gay Ma
zurka.
Already the Polish societies of
America have made this music better
known in this country by playing it
at recruiting meetings for the Polish
Legion and upon all occasions where
they represented their native land IN
assemblaEes of the allied people.
Despite centuries of domination by
other powers. the Poles have retained
their native tongue. Even the parti-
tion of their land has been unable 10
destroy their love Of country and
pride OF race. These characteristics
color the Polish music which the peo-
pie have cherished as their common
heritage and as one OF the ties that
has bound them together across arol-
trariIy fixed frontiers.
The Polonaise is written in the
dance rhythm of the court and OF
aristocrscy, while the Aazurka u
usually associated with the domestic
simplicity and jolIity of the rural
population.
The PoIonaise is supposed to have
originated over three hundred years
ago. About 1874. the new ruler of
Poland held a great reception in Cra-
COW. In that royal drawing room the
stately mobiles and their GorGeously
dressed wives marched past the rOya!
seat TO the imposing music which re-
he Of POlOnaiSe
After that, whenever a new ruler
came to the throne. a similar cere-
money was held. and finally the Folon-
aise became recognized as the open
ing dance at court festivities. TIL"
modern Polonaise Is inclined to b"
more serious music. more OF a promc-
made than a dance. consisting of
procession for both young and old In
dignihed order.
The Washington times., 1918-12-12
RUSSIAN FOLKLORE THEME
OF STRAVINSKY'S WORK

Alfred Pochon. OF the Flonzaley
Quartet. has brought to America
some interesting information concern
ing Igor Stravlnsky's latest work.
This is a musical dramatization OF a
Russian folklore theme. THE Soldier
aud the Devil" and has been rear
ranged and entitled, "a Soldiers
Story" 1t requires the services OF
two mines. a dancer. e reader and a
small orchestra. The words were
Ramuz. while the artistic aid of the
painter, Auberjenois also . Swiss.
was sought for the mise-en-scene.
For the performance of his play
Stravinsky has had constructed q
small, portable theater which 10 put
in the center OF the stage. On each
side Is a small platform, one for the
reader. the other for the orchestra
The orchestration is for one violin.
one contrabass. one clarinet ono bas-
soon, one cornet. one trombone, and
the bass drums and cymbals, which
play a decidedly important part In
the composition.
The world premiere was scheduled
for September %. at Lausanne. but
owing to the uncertainties of commu-
nication no confirmation of this fact
has been received. Igor Stravinsky Is
living at Morges (near Paderewskfs
home). about four miles from LAu-
same. and has undertaken to conduct
all rehearsals of his new and original
production.
The Washington times., 1918-12-12
Of MUSIC
FOR PEACE PARTY

NEW YORK, Dec. 11.-1n providing
"all the comforts OF home" for the
peace delegates, headed by President
Wilson. those responsible for the
well-being Of the party did not for
get music.
In addition 70 a brass band, for
concerts on deck. and an orchestra to
play during meals. full provision was
also made for Informal concerts and
dancing parties, music for which was
furnished by q Columbia GrAfonola
and an assortment OF records which
ran the full gamut from grand opera
arias to the latest Jazzes.
The newspaper men and photog.
The Washington times., 1918-12-12
THE WASHINGTON TINES THURSDAY, DECEMBER 1918

funeral sports. And in order to
gIorify our hero by the only right
worthy of him, led them forth to
funereal game of war. We returned
we set out again. we set out again.
as long as night endured. He fought
in us. He bore onward with us above
the shining river, the river that
CLEANED like a river OF paradise.
o comrades. today. thanks to him,
our souls are filled with beauty. as
our skies are filled with portents-
strange that from the cold clay lying
netween four plankS more straightly
han in the fuselage there should
spring a creative power no words can
Iaint.