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The Birmingham age-herald., 1918-06-02
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Was Professor Diggs very angry when that impertinent stranger accused him of being a pacifist.'
 Undoubtedly. Why. Professor Diggs threatened to knock the fellows block off,' and I'm sure he had never used such an uncouth expression before in his life."
 SUITABLE BACKGROUND.
 ''Now that your daughter has received her diploma, I presume she is busy plan ming her future"
 "Yes," replied MT. Gadspur, but first of all, daughter is having the house done over and the furniture rearranged in or der to provide proper setting for per- son of her intellectual attainments.''
The Birmingham age-herald., 1918-06-02

GOOD NIGHT, U-BoAT! Shooting at periscope Must be lots of fun; Merely hit the periscope And your work is done.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1918-06-02

TELEPHONE Bell (private exchange cOnnecuna all departments) Main 490o.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1918-06-02

Entered at the BlrmlnghanL Ala. postoffice ar second-class matter, un- der act of Congress, March 5, 1879.
New Britain herald. [microfilm reel] (New Britain, Conn.) 1890-1976, 1918-05-22
GOODBYE, JOHNNIE.
Farewell Party for Cream, About to
Join Army,

Johnny Cream, pianist proficientis-
simo, etc. who is about to join the
army, going Thursday with New Brit
aims draft contingent, was given a
good feed before initiating his stom-
ach to the mysteries prepared by army
cooks, last night, in Joe Haffey's
eatorium on Main street. Able, the
handsome servant, escorted the dishes
from the kitchen to the festive boards
around which about 20 Of Creams
friends had gathered. 1t was big
night, and if the Kaiser had been
present he would have laughed him
self to death. Johnny expects to meet
the Kaiser some day and will tell him
all about it.
Speeches were made by most of
those present, including Mayor George
A. Quigley Arthur r. J. Reilly was
postmaster and he related a number
of personal experiences while he
was connected with the con-
suate staffs in Magdeburg, Germany;
Warsaw, Poland, and Stockholm,
Sweden. AS no one else present had
ever been outside Connecticut he was
not contradicted.
Songs were sung by Jack Kilduff
and Jack Kiley. Mr. kiley was not IN
voice and was forced to restrict his
program, although his description Of
nature in the beautiful springtime
was of an instructive and entertaining
character Mr.. Kiley goes in strong
for the poetic and esthetic stuff and
his explanation of why pineapples do
not grow on violet bushes was almost
understands BILE.
The evening wound up with the
presentation of a wrist watch which
was already wound. The presenta-
ton speech was made by Mr. Reilly.
Art McEvoy and "Chick' McCar-
thy looked stunning in their lilyhued
trench hats, borrowed from the street
cleaning department.
New Britain herald. [microfilm reel] (New Britain, Conn.) 1890-1976, 1918-05-22
GUESTS AT CARNIVAL,
Newsboys' Eyes Pop Out at Wonders,
of Einn'S Shows.

Two neWsboys were overheard dis
cusslng Firms Carnival Shows, which
they visited last evening together with
about 200 other paper boys as guests
Of Manager Banks.
"Golly, didya see the woman with
the snakes? An the little woman no
bigger'n you and me? But the best
of all was the auto race between the
two monkeys. 1 thought the green
car would win, but the red one beat
him out after all. I guess most of the
fellows wanted to see the little fellow
in the green auto win, but he had
something the matter with his motor
and couldn't get around very fast
Evidently the newsieS had the time
of their lives. They formed ranks IN
front of the Herald office at Gas and,
escorted by the carnival band
marched to the grounds, where they
remained until the crowd began to
gather. From the way they spoke
about their experience, it must have
been a big night for the kids.
And tonight they are back on the
job again selling their papers, pa
tiently waiting for the next show to
come to town. They were all enthus-
astic in praise of Manager Banks,
through whose thoughtfulness they
were able to take in the sights.
New Britain herald. [microfilm reel] (New Britain, Conn.) 1890-1976, 1918-05-22
JOY RIDERS HURT
-Four Local People Figure in Exciting
Accident in Front of, Rcd Swan Inn
Two in Hospital.

AS the result Of a collision between
an automobile and a trolley car on
the old Colony road in front of the
Red Swan Inn, near Wallingford, last
evening, four local people had an ex-
citing experience, and as a, result two
are in the Meriden hospital with
painful injuries. The victims are Mr..
and Mrs. Albert Mack, Frank Kelley
and Miss Mary Hudson, the latter a
waitress in a local lunch room. Of
the quartet Mrs. Mack and Kelley
Jared the worst, Kelley having his
right elbow broken and his left knee
hurt and Mrs. Mack sustained a Sc
we're injury to her spine, as we'll as
bruises to her arms and legs. Mack
and Miss Hudson returned to their
homes in this city today.
The party left this city last evening
for a ride and it is said spent some
time in the hostelry that has gained
much prominence during the past
few years. The trolley car that
struck the big automobile was south
bond. The automobile is smashed
and the trolley car sustained q broken
fender.
New Britain herald. [microfilm reel] (New Britain, Conn.) 1890-1976, 1918-05-22
CHILDREN'S HOME HAS
IT'S 18th BIRTHDAY
Institution Offers Protection to 123
Little Boys and Girls Under
Pastor Klingberg and Wife.

Today marks the 18th anniversary
OF the Children's Home, founded by
Rev. John E. Klingberg, pastor Of
the Swedish Elm Baptist church.
Starting with the care IS of three
waits, Rev. and Mrs. Klihgberg now
have 123 boys and girls under their
protection, offering a, home and par
entail advantages to- their young
wards who would otherwise be OBJ
jects of public charity. Rev. and
Mrs. Klingberg took the three orig
iral children into their own home,
but so great has been the demand on
the institution that now five houses
are occupied. The foundation has
been laid for a large home on Rack
life Heights but it will not be erect
eG until after the war at the earliest.
Contributions from ali parts OF, the
world have been received by the min
lister and his wife.
OF all the accomplishments of the
Children's Home, Rev. Mr.. I<lingberg
is proudest of the fact that five OF
his wards have grown TO be stalwart
youths and are now fighting for the
Stars and Stripes in France.
New Britain herald. [microfilm reel] (New Britain, Conn.) 1890-1976, 1918-05-22
BERLIN REFUSES TO
PASS DUTCH SHIPS
Attempt to Coercc Holland Into An
Economic Agreement by Threat of
Sinking Merchant Vessels.

London, May 22.-The prohibition
of sailings of all Dutch steamers from
all Dutch ports, the Rotterdam COR
respondent Of the Daily Telegraph
says he learns, is coupled with a move
on the part of the German govern
ment to compel Holland to sign, on
Berlins terms, the long-pending eco
nonlic agreement which Holland re-
fused to do owing to the conditions
imposed by Germany. The German
government, accordingly, has refused a
safe conduct to Dutch ships through
the safe zone.
New Britain herald. [microfilm reel] (New Britain, Conn.) 1890-1976, 1918-05-22
Advertised Letters,

The following is a list of letters re-
unclaimed at the New Brit
ain Post Office May %, 1918.
Anderson, S. G.
Bleicoroski, Jan, 40 North st. (4).
Buell., Mrs. Frank.
Bender, J. G.
Coyle, Edward,
Cook, Mrs. John, ass Church.
Clark, Mrs. Richard, 101 Fairviev.
Campbell, Miss c. L., 231 Beaver.
Cantrow, Mrs. Minnie, Mutt St.
Cibnowska, G., III North.
Dyosus, A.
Dgelins1li, John.
Ellsworth, Leon.
Glover. John r.
Handy, I. M, 81 Conn. Ave.
Hurd, Harriet B.
Hayes, Lonil.
Helly. Frank ?.
Johnson, Elenor, 40 East St
Johnson. Annie, 613 Main.
F<ricksanivia, Frank.
Klinkienser, S. P. P, 33 Smith st.
Locktion, Mrs. Ella, 145 North.
Mordicia, Ruth, "A Star.
Mongolia, Frank, South Main.
Montgomery, A.
Place George.
Palaske Mrs F.. 90 Pearl st.
Powers, Miss NJ. j., 1872 w. Main.
Raganskinte, Eva, 33 Hartford st.
Rohm, Miss H. l..
Rittner, Carl r.
Simpson, Benz, 25 Silver st.
Treutleum, Miss Anna
Wright, D. P.
Weverel, Elsie. 129 Church.
Ask for advertised letters and men
ton date Of list.
r., .-. w. f. DELANEY,
Dee +,,,o ct a p
New Britain herald. [microfilm reel] (New Britain, Conn.) 1890-1976, 1918-05-22
VETERAN FIREMAN
ANSWERS LAST BELL
James A. McConkey Dies After Long
Illness This Morning. Was
Long in Service.

James A. McConkey, a veteran
member of the New Britain fire de-
partment, succumbed to a long ILL
ness at his home, 81 Winter street,
this morning. He was SO wears of
age and a native of Ireland. At the
age of three years he came to this
city with his parents and has since
been continuous resident The
funeral will be held at 2 o'clock Fri
day afternoon at his late residence
Rev. Samuel Sutcliffe will officiate at
the service.
For many years Mr.. McConkey
was one of the best liked members
Of the city fire department. In 1889,
in the regime of John w. Carlton as
chief, he was named a member of
Engine Company No. 2 and until
1896 he remained in service. Owing
to some friction he left the depart
ment and was out of service four
years. In 1896, he was again named,
this time with Engine Company No.
l. and he served until 1900 when he
was placed on the retired list, with a
pension from the Firemen's Pension
and Relief association. Fraternally
he was a charter member of the New
England Order of Protection and a
charter member of Court Friendly,
+. of A, and the Firemen's Pension
and Relief association.
He is survived by his wife, a
brother Thomas McConkey of New
York, and a sister Mrs. Harry What
ley Of this city.
New Britain herald. [microfilm reel] (New Britain, Conn.) 1890-1976, 1918-05-22
QUIGLEY WANTS TO
RECOGNIZE ITALY
Issues Proclamation Relative to Ami
verSary of That Nation
Joining Allies.

AS a testimonial of appreciation Of
Italy's part in the great world war
Mayor Quigley has issued the follow
ing proclamation in which he calls
upon every loyal citizen to show the
flags of America and Italy on the an
niversaW Of that country's advent into
the war:
To the People of New Britain:
Three years ago on May "a, 1915,
Italy unselfshly entered the war on
the side of the Allies.
During that period the heroic con-
duct of the people of Italy has called
forth the admiration of the world.
Had not Italy entered this war on
the side Of the Allies and placed her
self between France and the armies Of
Germany and Austria the triumph Of
Germany would be complet today and
democracy but a memory in Europe.
Italy has been true to her glori-
Gus traditions.
I'VE as an Ally should upon this
the third anniversary of Italy's en-
trance into the war, show the respect
and love we feel toward this nation by
some appropriate mark Of apprecia-
ton of her great sacrifice and the
gallant conduct of her people.
7 am therefore asking the people
of New Britain to display from their
homes and places Of business on May
Gath the American flag and the flag
of Italy. If not possible to secure an
Italian flag display the American flag.
May %, 1918.
GEO. A QUTGLEY,
Mayor Of the
City of New Britain -
New Britain herald. [microfilm reel] (New Britain, Conn.) 1890-1976, 1918-05-22
RED CROSS TOTAL
IS UP TO $8O,424
Continued from First Page)

which country knows what war is He
said that since March 2 Great Britain
has had 100000 casualties, and Il
grand total Of 100000 casualties.
This does not include Canada, which
has had 5000 casualties, Of this
number he said fully "35, 900 lay
buried, in the fields of Flanders, where
the poppies grow" He said that in
Canada men have been taken from the
streets, from banks, from business
offices and other occupations and have
been replaced by women. He then
referred to the present draft in
Canada and said that fully 100000
Canadians did not wait for the draft,
but volunteered DR.. Hull explained
that Canada has only about 7,OOO,-
900 people and has already given
half million soldiers. To compare
with Canada the United States must
put at least 100000 men at the front
and 100000 in uniform. The city of
Toronto alone has given $4,000 SOL
diers. he declared, and it's citizens
have given $25,ooO,ooo to the war.
Will Fight to Last Man.
Canada expects great things of
America. We rely on you, so do not
fail us in this drive, DR.. Hull plead
ed. Referring to the spirit and morale
Of Canada, he said that despite the
sorrows of war the men and women
will not give UP. "They will not
call our boys back, even if they
could, and in SO doing leave some
body else's boy and girl unprotected"
DR.. Hull asserted Touching upon the
present drive of the Germans DR.. Hull
admitted that it is within the range
of possibility that the Huns may take
the channel ports but if they do, he
added. "the Anglo Saxon race will
fight on. The Anglo-SaXon will fight
as long as there is a single Anglo
Saxon left to fight. They will continue
tho war"
When DR.. Hull concluded his ad-
dress Chairman Bennett called for
three rousing cheers for our Cana
dian brothers. and DR.. Hull immed-
itely responded with a call for three
cheers for the President Of the United
States" All were given with a will.
Laborer Offers Weeks Wages.
While some people-fortunately a
small minority-are figuring how little
they dare give to the worthy Red
Cross fund, the example of Daniel
Higgins, employed by the sewer de-
partment as a laborer who cleans
catch basins, should serve as a STAN
dard of loyalty, love of humanity and
generosity. When asked yesterday
afternoon if he desired to give to the
Red Cross war fund, and when it's
principle was explained, he mmedi-
ately said:
Sure; you can have my whole
weeks envelope
Yesterday was pay day and he
promptly turned over the entire pay
to the canvasser. Inasmuch as it
would have been uncalled for to have
this man give his ALL the solicitor de-
clined to take the entire amount, but
accepted a generous contribution.
Contrasted to this was the action OF
three day laborers employed by the
board Of public works. These men
earn a minimum of $3 per day for
nine hours and offered, grudgingly, to
give 81 each. Alderman Angelo NJ.
Paonessa was present at the time and.
in his native tongue, that they should
understand every word, gave them a
scathing rebuke.
New Britain herald. [microfilm reel] (New Britain, Conn.) 1890-1976, 1918-05-22
JITNEY BUS OvERTURNS.
Two of Nine Occupants Injured in
Waterbury Accident.

Waterbury, May pa jitney bus
with nine passengers in it overturned
or East Main street here this morn
ing, demolishing the body Of the bus
and iniuring two occupants.
One of the passengers, Miss Annie
Egan Of Southmayd road. suffered
several abrasions and received Il Sc
we're nervous shock. Another passen-
gel Aaron Grusky, received cuts on
the hands The vehicle is owned by
the Waterbury Coach Co.
New Britain herald. [microfilm reel] (New Britain, Conn.) 1890-1976, 1918-05-22
CITY ITEMS

81 Buy your seed potatoes and fertiliz-
81 at Stanley Svea Grain and Coal Co.
advt.
j The Women's Catholic Benevolent
Region will meet this evening at
clock in ST. Mary's school hall.
4 The Stanley post, G. A. R., me-
orial services in the meeting hall
T I'LL be- held Wednesday, May 20,
&stead of this evening.
II Nick Kostik was arrested this
Il orning for assault on Mike Kar-
#bnic. .-
i James Molyneux Of SO Whiting
Erect, employed at the Stanley
Works, is undergoing an operation at
lie New Britain General Hospital.
4 Norman w. Hart has enlisted In
lie Naval Reserve.
i The" district medical advisory
hoard will meet in the health depart
8tent rooms at 4 o'clock Saturday to
kamine a number of registrants.
q n. B. Dairy Lunch open nights
6dvt.
A Sair sized audience listened to
he concert and entertainment of the
$ofored singers from Tuskegee Insti-
<e at the Y. M. C. A. last evning.
Il New white trimmed hats. M. Sci
kert.-Advt.
The Misses Kirk of Chicago are the
quests of Mr.. and Mrs. George Kim
ball. ..-.
Contributions of 81 each were re-
keivSd from Miss Katherin M. Don
kelly, of Psi South Main street, and
Mrs! Arthur E. J. Reilly of 36 Camp
6treet for the Herald Twin Baby
carriage fund. AS stated elsewhere
Il. carriage has been donated already,
10 that the sums contributed will be
Returned to the donators.
Mrs. f. Roth and daughter Amanda
bf SIS East street will leave Friday
Tor Erie, Pa, to spend the summer.
Tha Woodmen of the World will
Mold an important meeting at
k,clock this evening in Turner hall.
B A marriage license has been is
Aued to Sven Anderson Of 81 Main
Rtreet and Jennie S. Larson Of II
Russell street.
Michael Ratke of this city has
brought suit against Louise Gorentz
For $500. Real estate in Newington
LAS been attached by Deputy Sheriff
WI. d. Stockwell. The writ was is
Bsued by Attorney Joseph G. Woods.
The New Britain Cooperative Saw
|ings and Loan association has brought
foreclosure proceedings against Will
fired J. REYNOLDS of Bristol. Deputy
SHERIFF M. D. Stockwell served the
Ipape The case is returnable in the
superior court on the first Tuesday in
June.
The public amusements commission
will meet at 1850 o'clock tomorrow to
lorganize for the year.
The board of police commissioners
will meet Thursday evening with the
special committee of the common
fcouncil to discuss the purchase of a
new police patrol as recommended by
lShe police board.
Chairman P. F. King of the police
commissioners has returned from q
business trip to the west for the STAN
ley Works.
Capt. James Grove is receiving the
Red Cross subscriptions from the fire
men. They are conforming to the
policy of contributing a days pay.
steve Pass, alias Joe Sampson, was
arrested this afternoon for assault on
steve Bostik at the Union Works fac
tory a few days ago. He will be in
police court tomorrow morning.
A daughter was born at the New
Britain General hospital this morning
10 Mr.. and Mrs. william Dougherty
of 1913 Maple street.
New Britain herald. [microfilm reel] (New Britain, Conn.) 1890-1976, 1918-05-22
N. r. ENSIGN KILLED
WHILE CLEANING GUN
w. J. Lyons Of BroolIine, Mass, Dies
By Accident at New London
Base.

New London, May 22.-Ensign w.
). Lyons, United States Naval Re-
serve, was accidentally killed when
cleaning revolver in the magazine
room OF vessel at the state pier
about o'clock Tuesday afternoon.
It is believed that the hammer Of
the revolver caught on an overhead
Beam and the weapon was discharged,
the bullet entering the young mans
brain killing him instantly. Ensign
Lyons home was in Brookline. Mass.
New Britain herald. [microfilm reel] (New Britain, Conn.) 1890-1976, 1918-05-22
DECISION IS REVERSED.

The decision of the city court has
teen reversed by the superior court
in the case of Morris Cohn VS. {. b
Wollman, ct al. According to the
more recent judgment the plalntl1t Is
awarded damages of $11O.32 against
three defendants, c. B. Wollman ana
his two sons, William and II. w.
W0llman whereas in the first trial
tho Underwent was against G. &. and
William WOllman.
New Britain herald. [microfilm reel] (New Britain, Conn.) 1890-1976, 1918-05-22
Pershing Reports Patrol Raid.

Washington, May 22.-General
Pershing today reported to the war
department details Of a patrol raid
made Monday night by American
loops which resulted in capture of two
German prisoners. The Americans
sustained no casualties.
Artillery activity on both sides is
noted in todays official communicate
New Britain herald. [microfilm reel] (New Britain, Conn.) 1890-1976, 1918-05-22
TWO AIRMEN KILLED.

Lake Charles, La, Nav 22.--Lieu-
tenants Latham Polk of New York
city, and Spencer Charles Williams of
Buffalo, were killed at Gerstner field,
late yesterday when two airplanes
collided at an altitude of 5000 feet,
it was announced today.
New Britain herald. [microfilm reel] (New Britain, Conn.) 1890-1976, 1918-05-22
DEATHS AND FUNERALS
Mrs. Elizabeth Muir.

- Mrs Elizabeth Muir, wife OF David
Muir of $40 Stanley street, died this
morning at her home. She was II
years of age, and is survived by her
husband The funeral will be held at
2 o'clock tomorrow afternoon. Rev.
warren e. Cook will offfciate and
burial will be in Fairview cemetery.
New Britain herald. [microfilm reel] (New Britain, Conn.) 1890-1976, 1918-05-22
Financial
AFTERNOON GAINS
PUT QUOTATIONS UP
Rails Watched for Effect Of
MCAd0O'S Drastic Action

Wall street-Shippings were the
only exceptions to the strength shown
at the opening of today's stock
market, marine preferred losing IL
points. Rails were not adversely al
fected by the removal Of their exc
cutives, some issues, particularly
Reading, showing strength. Othe
striking features include Hide and
Leather Pfd, New York Air Brake,
Sumatra tobacco, Bethlehem, Bald
win Anaconda and Industrial AL
cohol at gains Of 1 to ? points. Liber.
ty bonds were firm.
Selling of industrials and rails be-
came more urgent in the last hour,
many specialties also cancelling their
gains The closing was heavy Lib
erty 1-2s sold at 9S.96 to 80. first
As at 94.S3 to 95.O2, second As at
94.76 to s. and las at $3.50 to
97.74. Sales aproximated $4,000
shares.
New Britain herald. [microfilm reel] (New Britain, Conn.) 1890-1976, 1918-05-22
Washington, May pa supple

Washington, May pa supple
mentary note of protest against the
British and American seizure Of
Dutch shipping has been handed to
Secretary Lansing by the Dutch le
cation here. 1t contends the United
States, in it's explanation of seizure,
did not answer the original objections
made by the Dutch government,
New Britain herald. [microfilm reel] (New Britain, Conn.) 1890-1976, 1918-05-22
English Enter Enemy Trenches.

London, May 22.-In the sector
southeast of Arras German trenches
were entered at two points last night
by the British raiding parties, says to-
days official announcement. Prisoners
and a machine gun were taken.
New Britain herald. [microfilm reel] (New Britain, Conn.) 1890-1976, 1918-05-22
Artillery Battle On Amiens.

Artillery fighting of the most vio-
lent character occurred last night
southeast of Anliens, the war office
announces -
New Britain herald. [microfilm reel] (New Britain, Conn.) 1890-1976, 1918-05-22
For Decoration Day.

The Kavanaugh Shop, 40-46 Pratt
street, Hartford have just received a
new line of Sweater Hats in all the
desired colors and also some Sailors
and stunning Georgette Crepes.-advt
New Britain herald. [microfilm reel] (New Britain, Conn.) 1890-1976, 1918-05-22
TRIPLE GAS SHELL
ATTACK ON ENEMY
Continued from First Page)

mans dive to the ground followed |
promptly.
New Britain herald. [microfilm reel] (New Britain, Conn.) 1890-1976, 1918-05-22
THREE STATES PASS QUOTA.

Washington. May 22.-Three states
Michigan, South Dakota and Della
ware-and many cities have exceeded
their quotas and still are driving for
ward for more contri buttons for the
second 800, 900, 900 mercy fund of the
Red Cross.
New Britain herald. [microfilm reel] (New Britain, Conn.) 1890-1976, 1918-05-22
DR.. GILL INSANE
Aged Physician, in Jail OF Criminal
Charge Going to Middletown ASy-
lum On Order of Judge Case.

Hartford, May 22.-Dr. Henry +.
Gill Cor Guilford) who had an office
at SIT Windsor avenue for a number
of years and has been in Jail since
March 7 on d criminal charge was
ordered released today by Judge Case
Of the superior court and will be
taken to an insane asylum, proba bly,
at Middletown.
States Attorney H, M Alcorn told
the judge that DR.. Gill. who is IS
years old, had been examined by DR..
w. \. Thompson of the Hartford Re
treat and reported insane and his de-
tention in the Jail was mad yisab1e.
New Britain herald. [microfilm reel] (New Britain, Conn.) 1890-1976, 1918-05-22

New York Stock Exchange quota
tons furnished by Richter & Co.,
members of the New York Stock Ex-
change.
Omaha daily bee., 1918-10-10
Soldier and Mother
Die in Same Hospital
Within "a Hours

William E. Heinz, q soldier from
Camp Funston, who died at the Uni
versity of Nebraska hospital Tues
day, will Nbe buried Thursday at 2
p. m. Services will be held at the
Bradley & Dorrance chapel, Rev. Mr..
Otto officiating. Interment will be
in Mt. Hope cemetery.
Mrs. Heinz, mother Of the dead
soldier, died Wednesday at the
same hopsital, where mother and
son were i'll at the same time. The
soldiers and sailors welfare commit
tee of the Chamber of Commerce
will provide a firing squad for the
young soldiers funeral.
This committee also provided q
firing squad for the funeral of Gle
ment Mortesen, 6l25 North Twenty
fourth street, whose funeral took
place at 4 o'clock Wednesday after
noon, with interment in Prospect
Hill cemetery.