New Britain herald. [microfilm reel] (New Britain, Conn.) 1890-1976, 1919-02-24

Martindale, T. E.Salm on, w. r. Bell,
James Mccil, AJ ohm Maloney, Charles
w. Snpedley and e. j. Clerkin. At
each plate was a handsome souvenir
bearing a likeness of Washington and
the scene, "Crossing the Delaware.
Paper hats of the revolutionary days
type were worn by each of the diners.
Chairman George H. Shine well
coined the assem- blage and introduced
superintendent OHayer as toastmas-
ter POSTMASTER O'Hayer spoke of
the history of the Anchor Brand club
and the good feeling that exists be-
tween it's members and the officials of
the concern. In speaking of the alb
sence of the popular, president of the
company, H. G.. Noble, POSTMASTER
O'Hayer said he was in Florida and he
read q telegram from MI Noble in
which congratulations of the day were
extended and the spirit that the mem
bers displayed during the trying war
time was commended.
Andrew Basso rendered q vocal
selection.
Income Tax Explained.
Vice-president Holmes was the first
speaker of the evening. He said at
the outset that he would not discuss
shop" and he didn't. Instead he gave
the m embers and guests a comprehend
sive talk on the income tax law.
and stated that the officials of the
concern would be glad to do all pos
sible for those affected by the law in
explaining the tax.
Elmer f. Morse rendered "Macush-
la" in a pleasing manner and was
forced to respond to an encore.
Presentations Made.
Vice president G. w. Troop was the
next speaker. He extended cOngra~
tulations to the committee in charge
of the banquet for the manner in
which it had arranged the affair. He
then surprised the club members by
presenting to the organiza ton por
trait of General John J. Pershing. ~Ho
followed this with a telegram of re-
greet from Vice president f. NJ
Wightman on his inability to be pres
ent at the banquet.
Mr.. Troop went a step farther by
presenting to the club handsome
framed portrait of H. G. Noble.
Delaney Causes Laughter.
Postmaster w. r. Delaney was in
troduced and met with a hearty well
come of applause. He said that the
ing to him and followed this up with
| several witty stories. He paid a trib
ute to the masterful manner in
! which Vice President Holmes covered
the income law. Mr.. Delaney touched
on the life of George Washington,
portraying conditions that existed
during his early life. He said that
the people in those days were re-
ligious people striving for q living,
and it was not until the mother
country overstepped the bounds with
unjust taxation that these people
arose and started action that result
ed in the severance of the colonies
from England. Mr.. Delaney said at
the time there was but 3 colonies,
and the number proved mighty un-
lucky for England. He told of the
acceptance of the presidency by
George Washington. and the able
manner that he administered the
duties entrusted to him. In conclId-
ing his remarks, Postmaster De
laney paid q tribute TO the Stanley.
Hart, Landers, Smith and Noble fam
lilies for their efforts in aiding New
Britain to reach it's high station in
the manufacturing world. He said
that he believed that New Britain me-
country. Postmaster Delaney also
paid a glowing tribute to the services
of General Pershng. in the recent
war. AS time goes on, he said, the
people of this country would realize
more fully the fruits of victory.
Toastmaster O'Hayer, commenting
on the previous speakers remarks,
said that he agreed with him regard
ing the ability of New Britain me-
chanics, and when it came to the
manufacture of saddlery, he believed
that North 8; Judd Manufacturing
company was superior to all
Talk BY Editor.
Dwelling briefly on Washington's
state papers. Mr.. McEvoy spoke in
part as follows:
"Wnshington's Farewell Address to
the people is one of the most sublime
documents IN American history 1T Is
filed with sound advice and is
heart-appeal for unity. 1t was dur
ing. the course Of this address that
Washington uttered the warning