New Britain herald., 1920-11-11

memorial and then Major Frank L. Wilcox presented Memorial park to the town. The acceptance for the town was made by George E. Carter, hrst selectman. Here the children again sang a song which was followed py an address for the G. A. R. by William F. Hilton. department chap iain or Connecticut. T. A Sawtelle department commander of Connecti cut. made an address for the United Spanish War veterans. The band then favored with a selection. The principal address of the afternoon was made by Captain Charles F.. LockAart of the 1o2nd Infantry. This was followed by the singing of America" by all. Benediction was offered by Rev. s. A. Fsske. the pro- gram closing with a selection ;y the band.
 Nc Oide Folkes' Concerto.
 The music lovers of the town have treat in store for them, if they at tend the old folks concert to be gtven in the auditorium of the Der lin Congregational church tomorrow evening at s o'clock. The concert is being given for the benefft of the Wemen's Missionary society of that church. Rev. s. A. Fiske and Mir Whitaker have been working on the project for some time. The cast has been working hard for the past few weeks and a large crowd is expected. The program will be as follows:
 First Part
 Grand parade; Auld Lang Syne, singers; Sherburne. choirS talks. Han nah Griswold; anvil chorus, company; a n t,,h David's Lamentation, singers; Yan- kee Sleighride. Nourse and chorus; My Grandma's Advice, Betsey Board man; New. Jerusalem, choir; Cousin Jedediah, Deming and chorus.
 Upon the arrival of Cousin Jed ediah and Sophia the singers will rest and refresh themselves before begin ming the second part
 Second Part.
 Jerusalem My Glorious Home, choir: Invitation, singers; talk, Hannah Griswold: Strike the Cymbal. Deming and chorus: Majesty. choir: Yankee Doodle. company; Reuben and Ra- chel, Wilcox and Southard; son, stuhiam: Dearest Spot on Earth, sing CTS: Blessing. choir; America, choir and audience.
 Free Dance Tonight.
 To wind up the celebration which was held this afternoon, there will he free dance given in the Grange hall this evening. The free dance was first proposed by a group of young men in the town, but was later turned over into the hands of the commit tee in charge of the day. All service men and their friends are cordially asked to attend. Music for the occa- sion will be furnished by McKeon's orchestra.
 Fast Berlin Items
 Owing to non attendance at re- hearsais of the proposed minstrels, it is probable that the show will not be held as scheduled. Last year a very successful entertainment was had, but somehow this year the local talent has showed a disinclination to attend to business.
 There will be a public whist at Athletic hall Friday evening given by the ladies of the Sacred Heart church. A short entertainment program has been arrangd. Refreshments will he served Prizes will he awarded to the point winners.
 Mrs Amos Bourgeois is holding an invitation which party at her home Friday evening for the benefit of the Christmas fund at St. Gabriel's church.
 Progress on the new East Berlin Berlin highway has been very much marked during the past few days and yesterday the stretch of road from Hubbards to the crest of Caesar hill and SlightlY beyond had been com