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New Britain herald., 1919-05-22

ment that offers the criticism; also, whether the criticism be constructive or destructive.
 There has never before been tune in the history of the United States when organized government needed and should have the support of all the people as at present. We are taclhs many problems in America today that were unhcard of before the war ana it beh0oves every citizen to be true' loyal Americans and assist in puttlhg down those among us who have Ittle regard or Neneration for our 1nstltu- tions, or thought for the sacrifices that were made in order that the mlght| republic might have being.
 We ot America will tolerate no nonsense. We want a good, working, practical government, free from 'isms' and theories: and l urge your honorable body to consider and have regard only for that which is whole some in legislation. guard against dis senSlon in government or among our people, be governed only by sense of nigh public duty and your acts will merit the approval of our citizenry.
New Britain herald., 1919-05-22
ADVOCATES CHANGE
 IN ASSESSMENTS

Having for several years endeaVored to have action taken regarding the matter of property assessm ent for tax ation, l cannot but view with satsfac- ton the agitation of the past few months regarding the tax rate, the grand list and the method employed in the matter of ma king up the grand list.
 Under the caption of Taxation" in my Inessa ge of 1917 l discussed our method of assessment for taxation. l said at that time:
 After careful study of the taxation problem i'll this city, I have been forced to the conclusion that our present system of assessment for tax ation--if we can dignify it by the name of system-is obsolete, made quate and surely not equitable"
 We have had no system of assess ment; little thought has been spent upon trying to arrive at an equitable basis for purposes of valuation. and the inequalities in our assessme ents grew so apparent that q demand for
New Britain herald., 1919-05-22
TENEMENT PROBLEM
 MOST SERIOUS ONE

There are many matters of i'm portance which, I believe, your hon. orable body will be called upon to consider during the year and which I hope you will give careful consid- eration to, but l know of no more important matter which will be brought to your attention than the matter of housing.
 There is a great scarcity of rents in the city; it has been estimated that there is a shortage of over 1000 ten- ements and little likelihood that ten- ement house building will be on such scale as to relieve present condi- tions
 It is doubtful if there will be enough tenements built to even SUD- ply the normal demand, without thought to the present shortage.
 This is a matter which should re- ceive your early consideration, and would advise the appointment of a commission to consider this matter; that this commission confer with our manufacturing interests, investigate conditions and report its findings to your honorable body not later than the August meeting.
New Britain herald., 1919-05-22
TRIBUTE TO THOSE
 WHO HAVE SERVE

l wish to hank the various official and citizens who have served tl city in various capacities during tl| past year.
 The city boards and commissioj not specifically mentioned in th| message have conducted the branches of the government in eInclent manner and l would recorl mend their annual report with the| numerous recommendation to yoj attention.
 wish to express to the people 4 New Britain my pride in all they haJ done during the trying period of tf| war. The heroic sacrifices made II those who fought that right ar| truth might prevail upon this aard will ever be remembered.
 The one hundred and eighteen wfI fell in their country's cause wi march on through the years an enI battled battalion of immortals, an ir spiration to future generations; VI are saddened by their passing vet Vi will ever thank God that we hal these sons to give.
 To those who gave these sons an brothers to immor glory I exten sympathy and the sympathy of ou citizens and hope their sorrow wi be tempered by the knowledge tha they gave their lives in no val struggle and died for the right a God gave them to see 1t.
 To those men and women, who dt1l ing the influenza epidemic gave ( their time, funds and thought to re lieving distress and suffering I wis to say that yours was & noble worl nobly done and the thanks of a. grate ful people is yours.
 I will conclude this message wit the hope that our people will eve stand as 8 unit against all that whic would destroy OUT venerated institu tions, that they will not tolerate thos who may come ino our mids preaching false doctrines and thereh sow the seeds of distrust and disser tion among our people.
 Respectfully submitted,
 GEORGE A. QUIGLEY
New Britain herald., 1919-05-22
COMB SAGE TEA IN
 FADED OR GRAY HAIR
Look Young! Common Garden Sage and Sulphur Darkens so Naturally
 Nobody Can Tell

Grandmother kept her hair beauti- fully darkened, glossy and attractive with a brew of Sage Tea and Sulphur. Whenever her hair took on that dull, faded or streaked appearance this simple mixture was applied with won- derful effect. By asking at any drug store for "Wyeth's Sage and Sulphur Compound" you will get a large bot tie of this old time recipe improved by the addition of other ingredients. all ready to use, at very little cost This simple mixture can be depended upon to restore natural color and beauty to the hair
 A well-known downtown druggist says everybody uses Wyeth's Sage and Sulphur Compound now because it darkens so naturally and evenly tltat nobody can tell it has been applied-- It's so easy to use, too. You simply darnpen comb or soft brush, and draw it through your hair taking one strand at a time. By morning the gray hair disappears; after another annlication or two, it is restored to it's natural color and looks glossy, soft and beautiful.
New Britain herald., 1919-05-22
CITY GUARDSMEN
 IN NEED OF AID

A short time prior 10 our entrance into the war it was felt by those in authority in the city that 8 larger auxiliary police force was needed-a force subject to patrol and guard duty in time of emergency, with that end in view the matter of a city guard was discussed by the members of the New Britain Rifle club and an organization was formed known as the City Guard.
 The funds necessary to equip the guard with guns, bayonets, ammuni- ton and uniforms was raised by private subscription and authority was granted by Adjutant General Cole to use the State Armory for drill purposes.
 All members of the City Guard were sworn in as special policemen and became a valuable addition to the police force of the city.
 Good Service Rendered.
 During the first draft they rendered valuable services to the officers in charge of the draft and upon many occasions when called upon to do udty |l1c lISIlOGTS Ol the guard have responded willingly, sacrificing their time and funds to do the duty re- quested of them.
 During the severe winter weather the guards provided only with light summer uniforms have unhesitatinely answered every call to duty and now after over two years of unselfish serv- ice to the city they are on the point of disbanding because of lack of financial support.
 The value of the City Guard can- not be too highly estimated; I have endeavored to raise funds to continue the organization but have signa1ly failed.
 The members of the City Guard deserve the thanks of the community for their unselfsh service and present this matter to you with the hope that your honorable body will take some action or give some aS- surance of support in order to pre- vent the disbanding of the Guards.
New Britain herald., 1919-05-22
SHUTTLE MEADOW
 DAM IMPRACTICAL

Much thought and study has been spent by city officials and citizens upon the problem of additional water supply-the report of the water de- partment upon this subject should be carefully studied by the members of the common council.
 I feel, however, after a careful study of this important matter, that the plan to raise the dam at Shuttle Meadow should be abandoned and imm ediate plans made for the build ing of a storage reservoir on the Whigville brook a short distance west of the present Whigville darn. fur ther that the building of the tunnel between the Burlington and Whig- vile water sheds be undertaken at an early date.
 Fears Water Contamination.
 My main objection to the raising of the dam at Shuttle Meadow is the be- lief that water storage should be separated, where practical, thus re- moving the danger of contamination of the whole storage. Widely sepa- rated reservoirs removes this danger. Should the water in one reservoir be rendered unfit for use at any time the supply of water can be shut off from the reservoir rendered unfit and turned on from the other reservoir. The building of a, reservoir on the Whigville brook is practical and will ensure a large additional supply and can be built at no great expense.
 This reservoir can be built while progress is being made on the so- called Burlington tunnel and will de- fer for few years building the large reservoir at the head supply.
New Britain herald., 1919-05-22
INSPECTION
 IN LOCAL SCHOOLS

This departn ent, grown to propOT- tons, which it's importance warrants, has been fortunate in securing to head it's activities pr. William StOckWell. and cannot fail to advance under his able direction in practical efficiency SO ably begun by pr. T. F, ReekS.
 The department will call attention this year to tho need of sewage sys- tenn in the northwestern part of the city and the laying of water mains throughout that section.
 The population in this particular section are dependent upon wells for their water supply. These wells are becoming contaminated from cess pools and if the health of the inhab itants of this section is to be safe guarded immediate steps must be talk en to build sewers and lay water mains.
 Wants Rules Changed.
 Another matter that should have your early attention and which l be- lieve the board will discuss with you in a short time, is the matter of the medical inspection of school children.
 The inspection is now directed by the school board but should be un- der the direction of the board of health. No valid reason has ever been advanced by school board off cials why this important health mat ter should not be directed by the health department.
 No greater duty devolves upon us than to protect the health of the in- habtants of the city and I bespeak the earnest cooperation of our cit- zens in the work of the health de- partment.
 The various officials and employees of this department proved their ster- ling worth when the influenza, cpl demic was rampant in the city, with no thought of self, giving of their time night and day they battlcd against this dread disease with hero ism seldom equaled and on behalf of our citizens I thank them for their courage and unselfiShneSs.
New Britain herald., 1919-05-22

tered the service has been under dis cussion and it has been suggested that a suitable building be erected to be
 known as a Memorial building.
 In order that this matter might re- ceiye nublicity and consideration by our citizens. I appointed committee some weeks ago to consider the mat ter of a memorial and it seemed to be the consensus of opinion among the members that a memorial build ing be erected.
 This building to contain large auditorium and several rooms which could be used as headquarters by the veterans of the European. Spanish and Civil wars; bronze tablets to be erect ed in the lobby of the building with the names of those who entered the service in the three wars inscribed thereon.
 Big Auditorium Needed.
 One of the great needs of New Brit ain is a large hall or auditorium where public meetings may be held it is the patriotic duty of our citizens to erect a memorial to those who so gallantly went forth in answer to their country's call, and know of no more suiting mem orial than a building of this nature which at the same time will fill a 1ong-felt want in the city. While the committee appointed has not as vet made any recomm enda-
 tlons and may decide upon something less costly than memorial building, l feel, however, that early action should be taken by your honorable body toward sanctioning the erection of memorial of some kind to the veterans of the European and Span ish wars.
 ] believe that if the mem oriaI Building is decided upon the city should make an appropriation for the purpose of purchasing suitable site and the money necessary for the erec- tion of a building be raised by popular subscription.
 We can do no less than other cities are doing in honoring their heroes, and I would suggest that your honor able body appoint or cause to be ap- pointed representatives from the conn., mon council to serve upon the gen. eral committee already appointed. By so doing, you will recognize the debt we owe to those who entered the serv- ice of their country.
New Britain herald., 1919-05-22

ton, I will, therefore, be brief in speaking of the work plished. ] hold that whatever may have been the mistakes, every act of this ad- ninistration was inspired by a desire to benefit New Britain and in no sense in promoting political ambitions
 It is my desire that New Britain be the best-governed city in our state; that it be in the van of progressive cities and, after five years of strenu- ous work. l feel justified in saying that New Britain has a, good govern nent and that the people of the city can point with pride to the progress made in governmental work during the past five years.
 Officials Arc Unselfsh.
 This progress is mainly due 10 the unselfshness in line of duty of your city officials, who have given gen. erously of their time and thought, and to the generous support given by our citizens.
 Unlike some cities, we are exclu- sively a city of workers. Here we have no so-called wealthy leisure class and the public work done by our citizens is done at great personal sac rifice.
 Government, unlike business, can- not be wholly efficient. be it national state or municipal. The political ele- nnent that creeps into all goVernm ents renders a, % per cent. efficiency inn possible. Government officials, wheth- CT they be national, state or municipal do as they can, not as they would,
 The ideal government does not exist, except in the mind of the dream CT. Men who are honest in public office hold to the truth. strive for ideals in government, and are fortu- nate if they succeed in a measure in attaining their aims of governm ent. Therefore, when weighing criticism of a government. consider we'll the ele-
New Britain herald., 1919-05-22
POLICE AND FIRE
 DEPARTMENT RECORD

The work of this departm is de- serving of praise, year by year the de- partment is increasing in efficiency the calibre of the men composing the force is of the highest and New Brit ain can we'll be proud of it's clean, efficient police department.
 Fire Department.
 The efficiency of this department is today a matter of pride with our citizens, alarms are promptly re- sponded to, fire losses small and wa ter damage has been reduced to a minimum figure.
 The annual report of the fire com- missioners, the chief of the depart 1nent and first report of the chief in spector of the fire prevention bureau together with their recomm endations should be carefully studied and con- sidered in order to properly under stand the work and needs of the de-
New Britain herald., 1919-05-22
CITY OFFICIALS ARE
 PRAISED IN MESSAGE
Chief Executive DiSClaiDS Polti- cal Ambitions in Administration

The message of the mayor read at the common council meeting last night follows;
 Gentlemen of the Common Council;
 In communicating to you my sixth annual message upon the state of the city government I might feel justl- fled in commenting upon and sum marking at length the work of the administration for the past five years but l feel that the good done will speak for itself and the faults and mistakes be rectifcd by intelligent ac-
New Britain herald., 1919-05-22
BOARD OF PUBLIC
 WORKS ACTIVITIES

It is to be regretted that this de- part1nent cannot be given the funds necessary to properly carry on it's very important street work
 While we have many excellent streets I fear the importance and necessity of well paved streets is not always given proper Consideration If was the desire of the board to ner- manently pave Park street this raar but, our citizens desirin- 2 1ower tav rate, this item was cut iron, the budget.
 With limited appropriation, work ing under unusual conditions, the work of the department has heen creditable
 Street Extensions.
 For several years I have given the matter of street extensions much thought; we have several streets in the city that should be extended i'm mediately
 The matter of the extension of Court street to South High street is now under discussion--there can be no question but what this street should be extended and the work done jnln ediately.
 
 that your honorable body give consid- eration to the extensions of Glen street through Hungerford Court to Main street and West Pearl to Franklin Square,
 The matter of street extensions should not be put off, already our streets are becoming congested. our citizens being caused much incor- venience and loss of time by being forced to go several blocks out of their true direction in order to reach their destination.
 I have mentioned three streets but there are many extensions required which should be made before build ings are erected which would bio cl1 such extensions and make the cost of extensions prohibitive should it be necessary to remove such buildings
 1 believe a committee of three from the common council should be appointed at an early date to act in conjunction with the city engineer and board of public works to investi- gate the matter of street extensions and make report of their findings with maps and probable cost of .uch extensions
 Disagreement of Streets.
 It has been called to my attention that q, property, recently sold, on West Main street will be used by an automo obile concern for garage Jur- poses.
 I regret that a building of this na- ture is contemplated, it's erection will destroy one of the beauty spots of the city--a business of this kind should be confined to a business section and not permitted to intrude upon a residential section which has in ,5om degree on account of public build ings nearly become in a sense a civic center.
 It is imperative that if laws can he enacted to cover this situation that they be enacted at once to pro- feet not only the beauty of the city but property values, not only in this section but in all parts of the city
New Britain herald., 1919-05-22
CTTY'S ASSETS ARE
 STILL ON GAIN

In view of the volume of criticism poured out upon the administration early in the year by those not con- versant with the citys financial con- dition, I believe a sta atement showing the city'S actual financial condition will be read with interest by our citi- zens.
 To those who have criticized and to those citizens who are interested in the city's welfare. I take much satis- faction in saving that the net debt of the city has been decreased SPA, 3O1.29 during the past year.
 When this administration took up the reins of government in 1914 the net debt of the city was 9,S38.6 64, today the net debt is $3,045.15, an in crea SC of S26. .310.51 in five years.
 This is 8 trif1ing increase in the debt when the value of the physical property added to the assets of the city during the years 1914, 1915. 1916, 1917, 1918 in taken into consid- eration.
 List of Property Added.
 The following Is a partial list of the property added to the assets of the city during the years 1914, 1915, 1916, 1917, 1918:
 Prevoca tional Grammar
 school ................S 5000. % ic1, n
New Britain herald., 1919-05-22

Drop little Freezone on an aching corn, instantly that corn stops hurt ing, then you lift it right out. It doesn't pain one bit. Yes, n1agici
 Why wait? Your druggist sells g. tiny bottle of Freezone for a few cents. sufficient to rid your feet of every hard corn, soft corn, or corn between the toes, and calluses, without sore- ness or irritation. Freezone is the much talked of ether discovery of 8 Cincinnati genius.
New Britain herald., 1919-05-22

and and if we cannot enact laws to cover this situation, the public spirit of the men interested in the erec- ton of this garage must be appealed to by your honorable body.
 Prompt action must be taken to safeguard the interests of our citi- zens in this matter and I hope you as the legislative body of this city
New Britain herald., 1919-05-22
MEMORIAL
 BEING ADVOCATED

Since the close of the war, the mat ter of a mem orial to those who en-
New Britain herald., 1919-05-22
S632. 147.79

While the net debt of the city has increased $26,310.51 in five years, an increase of $5,262.1o per year, the physical assets of the city show an increased value of 32,147.79 or a fraction over S126, ,429.55 per year. q gain in the wealth of the city of S6O5, 5,S37.2S.
 The total net gain in the city's s. sets 1914 to 1919 is however, much greater, being S954,S65.5S. This in- cludes water mains sewers, subways, fire dcpartm ent apparatus and other miscellaneous items too numerous to mention in this brief statement of the citys finances.
 A careful purusal of the annual reports of the board of finance and taxation, the treasurer and comp troller will be a revelation to those who have been prone to listen to the criticisms of the administration and 10 those who have posed as authorl- ties on city finances.
 Balance in City Treasury.
 hal in bC city treasury
New Britain herald., 1919-05-22

New Burritt school. .... 2oo.0oo.0O Amalley school land pur-
 chase ............... 4,5oo.oo Grammar school land pur-
 chase ................. 4,5oo.oo south End park, North
 End Park ........... so,1957o Water department land
 purchase ..,.....,... 46,452.oo Town Home dairy barn. =. 100000 Municipal slaughter house 4.5O000
New Britain herald., 1919-05-22

The balance in thC CltN lECd5UTy or 1n1O ,,-rr f0;lOMS.
Chicago eagle. [volume] (Chicago, Ill.) 1889-19??, 1919-09-13

John 2. vogelsang, the great res.
taurateur. deservedly stands in the
'front.' rank of the restaurant and hotel
'aen of Chicago.
Chicago eagle. [volume] (Chicago, Ill.) 1889-19??, 1919-09-13
OUR LEADING ClIjBS
Moulders Of Public Opinion and
Assembling Places for Cit.
Gems in This City.

Toliowins are the locations AZ ~.
eAse: ~
Apollo Club. sos 8. Niohisaa ava
Bohemia Club-365s Douglas bo.,.
ward. 'o''0
Builders. l1s-4ls Chamber q ov>
nsrcs building.
Calumet, Michigan ave. ana so&A -
SA1ton. Tenth floor, Fine Arts blds
Cnicaso Athletic Association. II q
tute.
court
Chicago Club. Michigan ava AZ
Van Buren, street.
Chicago Motor Club, 1850 sou.A
Michigan avenue.
Chicago Cycling. 1915. ~ nast VI,
Buren street.
chicago Yacht foot Of Monroe 4
CITY Club, 3Ib Plymouth court
Gin Dwellers. SIC 8. Michtxan Ava
COLONIAL Club Of Chioago. <&Sb
Grand boulevard.
Columbia Yssht foot q RAsdolp>
street
Elks--174 West Washington stree,
pnxlswood. ss2s Harvard svsnu.
ndsewatsr Country. Ssss wlntArso
avenue
Farrsut Yacht Club. foot Of IA =.
osrmania Aasnnsrchor. zoe osrre
niA place.
Hamilton. 20 8. Dsarbor, a
Illinois Athlete. IL .. NleA,s.,
avenue.
Irish Fellowship Club. La s.i,. n.
iroquois. 2e North Dearborn street
Illinois. lis 9. Ashland bouIev.Na
JEFFERSON. Dearborn ave. and Mani.
kenwood. Lake ave. ana 17.h ..
ksnvood Country. Drsxsi bov,>
ward ana 4Sth street
Midday. First National Dank b,ls.
l7th floor.
OskA Lake st and waller ava
Press Club OF Chicago, CITY Han
Square Building.
Quadrangle. Lexington avenue ssS
SSth street
Rotary. 30 South Dearborn o.
saddle and Cycle. Sheridan Rssl
and Foster avenue.
South Shore Country. lake she's,
and 67th street
Southern. 20 N. Dearborn stree,
speedway Park Club, 40 A. Oea,
born street. .
Standard. Michigan ava ana sIs>
street
swedish Club Of Chicago. 1855 La
Sale avenue.
Twentieth Century. ssls H,ohis.,
avenua
Union League. Jackson boulevard
and FEDERAL street
University. Michigan avenue ~
Monroe street.
Chicago eagle. [volume] (Chicago, Ill.) 1889-19??, 1919-09-13
Mal.Ers.

William Ganschow is making q fne
record as West Park Commissioner.
He Is progressive and alert to the
needs of the public.