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New Britain herald., 1921-12-14
POLICE BOARD EXONERATES O'MARA . AND NILEWSKI, ACCUSED PATROLN1EN
Woman Charged Latter With Insulting Her - Former Accused of Un- necessary Roughness.

Policemen Patrick O'Mara and An ton Milcwsh were exonerated by the board of police commissioners last night, the former of charges that he assaulted Mrs. Frank Pawlicki and the latter that he made an improper suggestion to Mary Licewicz. The board was in session until 1:30 o'clock this morning.
 Many Witnesses Heard.
 More than Q score of witnesses were heard in connection with the hearing for the two policemen. The charges against Policeman Milewski were taken up first and those against Po- liceman OMara followed.
 In the Mlewski case, the plaintiff alleged that she was proceeding to- ward her home Sunday evening when she was accosted, near the post ofhce, bv the policeman. She told the board of an alleged suggestion made to her by the patrolman. As Q result Of thls supposed statement, she brought charges against Milewski through the police board.
 Alderman Speaks.
 Mary produced several ot her len- ants and a man who is employed about her premises as witnesses or her good character. Alderman feter Paiewslli John Karpinsli and num- her of prominent Polish residents ap- peared on behalf of Milewski. He was represented as man of sterhng character and a leader of the Poles' He was the treasurer of the Pollsh service mems relief committee, In this connection he had more than S4O,OO0 in his care, but so highly re- garded was he among his countrymeh
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New Britain herald., 1921-12-14
BREACH BETWEEN GRZEFYEl4 AND DE VALERA GROWING AS
 TREATYAC7YON GETS WEAR
SHANTUNG SPRINGS
 INTO PROMINENCE
With Naval Ratio, This Is Now Critical Problem
 Before Conference

Washington, Dec. 14.-Dy Asso- ciated Press) )--The naval ratio and Shantung, now the two ovcrshadow- ing issues of the arms conference both were at q crucial stage today, but with varying prospects of imme- diate settlement.
 There was every indication that the naval ratio discussions were proceed ing faVorably and some of the dele gates believed final solution would be reached at the conference of the "big three" late today. The shan tung negotiations on the other hand have developed a situation described in official circles as very delicate" and the Japanese delegates have re ferred to Tokio the matter of the Kiao- Chow railroad, q point which has developed into an issue. It is hinted that the Chinese and Japan csc plenipotentiaries may refer their differences directly to a "big four composed of heads of the American, British, Japanese and Chinese dele gations.
 Failure of the Chinese and Japan csc delegates to agree as to KaiO Chow railroad probably would bring some proposal from the British and American observers in hope to still keep the dispute out of the confer ence proper, a British spokesman said today. If this proposal proved futile he added, more than likely Messrs Hughes, Balfour and Kato, and a Chinese representative would take a hand in a further attempt to effect 8 settlement satisfactory both to China and Japan.
 The utmost secrecy is being pre- served by all participants in the con VerSations
New Britain herald., 1921-12-14
NATIONAL THRIFT WEEK
Plans Discussed at Opening tonfer- cncc at Hartford "N."-baNid I Nair speaks.

The preparatory conference of the National Thrift Week was held at the Hartford Y M c. A. today to mako plans for the observance dur ing the week of January IT to the 2S. Several prominent men spoke at the meeting. r. n. lagg, state Y. NJ. C. A. director, of Hartford, presided, Attorney David L. Nair of this citg gave an interesting talk on Wise spending on the budget plan" Re ports from all cities were heard con- eerning the plan of the thrift week, and a discussion Of vital points was held. A luncheon was served the visitors at noon and the conference adjourned at 2:30 o'clock,
 The local Y. M. G. A. will enter the Thrift Week and plans will be made at later date.
New Britain herald., 1921-12-14
WATCH YOUR STEP
Woman Narrowly Escapes Falling Into Coal Hole in Front of Main Street Store This Morning.

While out doing her Christmas shopping this morning, a woman, her interest centered upon the decorations in one of the Main street store win dows. suddenly found herself stepping into an open coal hole in the side walk. One foot had started on its downward course when she caught herself in time and fell forward. She was not injured with the exception ot a slight bump on her leg where she came in contact with the edge ot the hole.
New Britain herald., 1921-12-14
Bethel Woman Burned
 10 Death in Her Home

Bethel. Conn, Dec. 14-Miss Amelia Hodge, 76 years old was fatally burned in her home on the outskirts of this place today She lived alone and neighbors who discovered smoke issuing from the apartments occupied by the woman found her in her kitchen unconscious, her clothing burned from her body, and her flesh scared. If is supposed that her dress caught fire from stove.
New Britain herald., 1921-12-14
Fire Board Has Not Taken Any Action on Suggestion Public Works and Wa ter Depts. Oppose Re auctions.

Members of the board of police commissioner viewed with ul5laNor the suggestion of the common counclI salary committee that wages be re- duced. when that matter came before the board last evening, and since the chairman of the board of fire con- missioners has expressed hls dlSap- proyal. it is not likely that wages Ill these two department will be reduced this year. The fire board at its seSSloh Monday evening accepted the com munication of the salary committee and placed it on file without acton The fire and police boards were among the several city c9mmlsslohS 10 whom communications were sent bv the salary committee calling at tention to the fact that present prices are the result of unusual conditions and recommending adjustments to present conditions
 Cuts Not Warranted.
 The police board, after lengthy discussion of the matter, decided that present conditions do not warrant cnts, Their reasons they have agreed to submit to the salary committee II a hearing is to be held. The com mission feels, however that the pres ent salaries should stand but for six months of the next fiscal year, at the conclusion of which they should again be given consideration. If conditions have changed sufficiently at that time to warrant cuts, changes may be made at that time, it is pointed out.
 Tho Fire Board.
 Chairman Emil Hjerpe of the fire board, discussing the situation this morning expressed a hope that Sajar- ies would remain as at present, He feels he explained that under pres ent conditions the hremcn are not overpaid. His impressions were dis closed at the board meeting Monday evening, but the sentiment was that action should be held up temporarily.
 Humphrey Opposed.
 Ernest N. Humphrey president of the board of public works, has de- clared that he is opposed to any sal ary or pay cuts in his departments: despite the recommendations to this effect from the office of Chairman \. r. Eichstaedt of the council salary committee.
 'I do not see where the employees of this department are overpaid," Mir. IIumphcy said, adding that had the wages been increased 400 and 500 per cent, as was done in the factories dur Continued on Thirteenth Page)
New Britain herald., 1921-12-14
PROPOSED CUT W POLICEIMEN,S PAY
 Ls BEzVC OPPOSED BY COMMISSION
DELAY CELEBRATION
New Britain Lady Turner's Will Not Observe 11th Anniversary Until After Christmas This Year.

The New Britain Lady Turner's will not meet this evening as had been planned, due to the fact that spe- cial meeting of the association was held last week. A committee, how ever. has been appointed to prepare for the observance of the 1lth ami yersary of the organization which falls on the 17th of this month bu' will not be celebrated until after Christmas.
 The women of the society are planning for a big Christmas party to be held on Wednesday, December g1, at the societys rooms, on Arch street. The members will dress as small children for the occasion and there will be the usual Christmas trees where gifts will be given away
New Britain herald., 1921-12-14
PROBE BRIBERY CHARGES
Bridgeport Mayor And Two Aldermen Called On By States Attorney In Election Scandal.

Bridgeport, Dec, 14.-Mayor Fred Atwater, together with Aldermen John w. Hilbert and Eugene J. c. Kelly, the tellers who counted the council ballots cast for president of the board of aldermen were today called to appear before States Attor- ney Cummings when he took personal charge of the continuance of the in vestigation into bribery charges brought against Alderman L. T. Ham iIton. The hearing started at II o'clock with the mayor present 9th CT aldermen are scheduled to appear this afternoon. The hearings are pri- Nate
New Britain herald., 1921-12-14
ECONOMIC CONFERENCE
British Newspapers, Close to Gov crnment Insists New Washington Session Is to Be Held.

London, Dec 1.-The Daily Chron- icle, which is regarded as close to government sources of information prominently displays this morning a special article concerning the pro posed financial conference to follow adjournment of the present confer ence in Washington.
 The agenda of such a conference the Chronicle says, would deal with reparations, debts, exchange problems disarmament on land and political matters which are responsible for the maintenance of heavy armaments.
New Britain herald., 1921-12-14
Theater Replaces Exit
 At Commissions Order

At the order of the building com mission. a door is being placed at the exit leading to a fire escape on the top floor of the Lyceum theater, re- placing a window which formerly served as an exit The change is one of several ordered in the local theaters to minimize fire hazards.
New Britain herald., 1921-12-14
American Brass Co. Is
 Not Yet Disposed of

New York, Dec. 14.-Directors of the Anaconda Copper Mining Co. met yesterday, but no action was taken, it was stated, regarding negotiations for control of the American Brass Co. It is known that the Anaconda Co has made d proposition for the majority holdings of American Brass. Accord ing to unconfirmed reports, the offer is on the basis of S15O cash and three shares of Anaconda for one of Ameri- can Brass.
New Britain herald., 1921-12-14
FIRE AT VATICAN

Rome, Dec. 14. -- CBy Associated Press) )--Fire broke out today in a storeroom beside the staircase of the Vatican leading to the dome of the church of St. Peter. The flames were subdued with much difficulty. Fire men were hampered by the poor wat CT supply.
New Britain herald., 1921-12-14
FRANCE GIVES IN
Agrees to Forego Cash Preparation Payments From Germany for Time Being-Teutons Need Aid.

Paris, Dec. 14.-(By Associated Press. )--France is willing temporar- fly to forego cash reparation pay ments from Germany, high official in the French foreign office today told the Associated Press.
 The official said there was gen eral recognition by the press and in French officialdom that Germany must be aided, if future indemnity payments were to be forthcoming.
New Britain herald., 1921-12-14
BACK TO GERMANY
Former German Crown Prince to Ask Permission to Return to Native Land in Spring.

Doorn, Holland, Dec. 14,-(By As sociated Press )-The former German crown price, who since November, 1918, has lived at Wieringen, is now planning to return to Germany and expects to request permission of the Dutch government for his departure early in the spring.
 Frederick William looks forward to life as a country gentleman with his wife and children on an estate at Oelst.
 Several members of his staff and a few servants of the former kaiser, it is said will soon go to Oelst to pre- pare for the coming of the former crown price.
New Britain herald., 1921-12-14
A REAL SANTA CLAUS
Robert Spcro of New York Making Plans To Bring Happiness to 300 Little Children.

New York, Dec. 14.-Robert Spero of New York, known as Uncle Rob ert," announced today that he expect ed 1,500 children to attend his annual Christmas party at Long Branch, N. J.--a party which was started five years ago with IS guests.
 Among other presents which Uncle Robert" has ordered for needy school children are 500 baseball bats and balls. He is seeking to induce other persons to stage similar parties.
New Britain herald., 1921-12-14
TO CONTEST ELECTION
Dion, Defeated Candidate in Willi- mantle Election, Demands Recount of Votes In Election.

Willimantic, Dec. 14. - Hormidas Dion, wha was defeated by Mayor Charles A. Gates in the mayoralty contest of the recent city election by a margin of two has asked for a re- count, his petition through counsel being made to Judge Hinman of the superior court. The hearing on the petition will be on Saturday after noon in the superior court room here Six ballots cast for Mayor Gates are questioned. It is claimed that one ballot in the first ward cast for Dion was rejected and that one ballot cast for Gates was illegal. In the second ward it is claimed three ballots cast for Gates were illegal and one in the fourth ward was illegal.
 The vote cast in the election was:
 Gates, $50; Dion, 1,648.
New Britain herald., 1921-12-14
3S LabOrers Given Jobs
 By Municipal Bureau

Thirty-two laborers have been as signed for sewer work by the Muni- cipal Employment bureau and cards entiting them to places in the water department gang were given out to- day Six additional laborers will go to work tomorrow morning.
New Britain herald., 1921-12-14
Parliament Meets

London. Dec. 14-By Associated Press) special session of parlia- ment called to consider the Irish peace settlement was opened today by King George. In his speech from the throne he said:
 Tt is my earnest hope that, by the articles of agreement now submitted to you, the strife of centuries may be ended.'
 The text of the kings speech was as follows:
 My lords and members of the house of commons:
 "I have summoned you to meet at this unusual time in order that the articles of agreement which have
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New Britain herald., 1921-12-14

Topeka. Kas,. Dec. 14-Notices were sent today to all National Guard organizations in the state comprising about 2,oo0 men to put themselves in readiness to entrain for the Pitts burgh coal fields. Col. Milton R. Me Lain, in charge of the adjutant gen erals office said orders will go out to- day for a movement of five or six companies to the coal field.
New Britain herald., 1921-12-14
KANSAS SHERIFF APPEALS FOR AID
 WHEN WOMEN GIVE HLM PULNlNELLNG
JOHNSON ENTERS DENIAL
Former Member of Detective Stills Rumor That He is to Re-enter De- partment Service.

A report to the effect that former detective sergeant Theodore John son had been approached by mem" Der of the board of police comml5- sioners and asked to consider return ing to the department has been de- nied by MT. Johnson. Since his re- tirement from the department, MT. Johnson has been doing special work for the New Britain National bank.
 Sergeant Johnson was connected with the detective bureau, working at the same time as Arthur J. Rich ardson, now incarcerated at the coun- ty jail.
New Britain herald., 1921-12-14
V. M. TYLER RESIGNS

New Haven, Dec. IA - Victor M. Tyler today resigned the presidency of the Shore Line Traction Co.,, to which he was elected ten days ago. He gave no reason.
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News of the World By Associated Press
The Birmingham age-herald., 1921-06-12
SPORTS
CHAMPION JACK FIT
 TO DEFEND TITLE NOW
Georges Plays Nine Holes of Golf and
 Is Delighted, Says

Manhassett N. Y. Jupne u.--Ca- pentier varied his training routine ta- day by playing nine holes of golf at the North Hampstead links w;,- Pierre Mallet, Trainer Gus Wilson and two newspaper men. The challenger turned in fairly good score and re- marked that he was delighted with the game.
 z In the afternoon he worked for 9 while in the gymnasium, then rested until dinner. After dinner. party of 25 youths from a school In Flushing visited the champion and sang she "Marsellaise." Georges was very much pleased and talked for while with the boys. Tomorrow morning he will go on the road for an hour and in the after noon will attend an Italian garden party at Boslyn with mem bers of hts party. He had intended to spar two rounds at the event. but Manager Descamps announced today that Georges would only referee. Two o his sparring partners will engage T a bout.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1921-06-12
MONTGOMERY CAN
 HAVE BLUE LAWS
 BY VOTING THEM

Montgomery, June i1.--(Special.) ) If Montgomery wants blue laws 1t can have them and the only thing necessary to get them is for a ma jority of the voters of the city to express themselves. This answer was made by the city commi ssion Saturday to an appeal for better Sunday observance made by a dele gation headed by Rev. Bob Jones, revivalist The, call of the commit tee was made following the expres- sion of the sentiment of men and women attending the Bob Jones meeting at the tabernacle. In a special meeting for women, 5000 women said they believed picture shows should not be operated on Sunday and in a special meeting for men more than 5000 men approved the closing of the shows, Montgom- cry has had Sunday picture shows so long the memory of man hardly runneth to the contrary. The city commission has absolute power to permit or to refuse to permit them. The city commission act provides that the city shall have exclusive juri sdiction over amusements in the city. Mayor w. A. Gunter, Jr., told the committee the city commis ion CTS were servants of the peopl and were willing to do whatever the peo- pie wanted. s
 There is no provision in the city government law for a referendum, but if the committee furnishes list of petitioners which will be repre- sentative of the citizens, it is prob able tho city commission will submit the issue to the people with the gen. tleman's agreement that the voice of the people shall be the voice of the cOmmi sSiOn
The Birmingham age-herald., 1921-06-12
BASEBALL GAMBLING IS
 PROBABLY GREATEST GETTYSBURG, BOARD SAYS

g,hicago, June 11.-Pittsburgh, Pa., probably is the greatest center of baseball pool gambling in the United states, the board of temperance. pro- hibition and public morals of the Methodist Episcopal church declared today in a report to be circulated by the church.
 The board listed 13o towns, mainly in Pennsylvania, New York, New Jery- see and New England states. where 1t has investigated gambling and pre- scented a photostatic copies of clip pings from 24 newspapers telling of fatal quarrels growing out of gamb- ling games. In the "A cases Fl persons were killed and IS wounded.
 A letter from Judge Landts, base ball chief, to II. N. Pringls, of the board is included in the report. It says of baseball gambling;
 T am interested in the suppresstng ofN gambling by means of baseball! pools. Indeed this is one of the most vicious influences in our social life today, for the reason that sr draws money from those who can least af- ford to lose it. In addition to this. it is most extensively crooked, in that as it Is organized 1t somply amounts to fleecing the victims"
The Birmingham age-herald., 1921-06-12
zET VOLS LN DOUBLE BILL ---
R. 5. MUNGER LOSES TO GODCHEAUX N|
 EIGHTEEN HOLES

Montgomery, June 11.-(specislO- Frank Godcheaux, New Orleans Coun- try club, won the golf championship of the Montgomery Country club in the finals of the tenth invitation tournament Saturday afternoon, de- feating R. S. Munger of Birmingham, one up in IS holes after one of the most interesting contests of the meet. Godcheaux took the title after defeating T. N. Bradshaw of Atlanta. in the semi finals Saturday morn ing.
 Files Crenshaw, Jrr state cham pion, defeated H. G. Seibels four and three in the finals of the second flight C. F. Hickman won from Jack Crenshaw three and, two in the third flight. w. F. Hazlehom de- feated G. V. Gillen 4-3 in the fourth flight. Lewis Clarke won from A. N Chappell 6-5 in the fifth. Pope Seals defeated G. Jones 2-1 in the sixth; N. B. Ross won from Lee H. Well one up in the seventh and w. Ross defeated H. F. Crehshaw one up in 19r holes in the eighth.
 Victor Smith of Atlanta defeated F. M. Tutwiler of Birmingham four and three to go in the first flight of the consolation. being the only member of. the team of the Atlanta Athletic club to take trophy after winning the medal for team play in the qualifying round.
 Othert flights of the consolation events resulted as follows: Second Nash Read beat A. F. White S-1; Dr. R. c. Pinkston won from T. c. Mcdonald 'in third; fourth. J H. Morton defeated T.. w. Tullis s-2; fifth, George s. Shaw won from Hal Morris 4-3; sixth, Henry Moog de- feated H. c. Crane 2-1; seventh. O. w. Cromwell defeated E. M. kilby 4-S; eighth, Fred s. Morse won from Clay Ellis S-6.
 Sunday afternoon an exhibition match will be played by Bill Da- man of the Woodley Country club, Montgomery; R. S. Munger of Bir- mingham; Richard Hickey of Allan ta, and Frank sprogell of the local club.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1921-06-12
FOUR "A" CLUB SCORES
 VICTORY OVER PRESTON

The Four "A" club of this city defeated the Preston Motor company team yesterday afternoon in very close game, the final score of which was to 5. At all times the result of the game was in doubt and al- though each team made four errors several sensational plays were made. McFaden's sensational catch in right field being the feature performance. Nubey starred at bat for the win ners, while Bagby did the majority of the stickwork for the Motormen. , The "A" club is anxious to secure games with any of the amateur teams in this city. It has developed some very good new material and many old heads in Magic City sport ing circles are playing on the team. Anyone wishing to secure games may do so by communicating with J. D. Green, the club manager His phone number is Hemlock 7S5-W
The Birmingham age-herald., 1921-06-12
CONTRACT LET FOR
 TUSCALOOSA HOME
 FOR FEEBLE MINDED

Montgomery, June 11.-(Special9-- Announcement was made by the state board of control and econ omy today that a contract has been let at Tuscaloosa for the construc- tion of the state home for feeble minded, which was provided by an appropriation of the legislature In 1si9. The total cost of the building was. s1S7.s2s.5e and it will be two stories in height and fireproof in every respect. There will be accom- modations for 160 patients.
 It is proposed to enter in this in- stitution only persons of feeble minds who are cSrable and who may be made into good citizens. Each inmate will be taught useful oc- cupation.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1921-06-12
HUFFY AT S0vlETS
Johnson Angry Because He Is lg-
 nored By Reds
By Associated Press

Riga. June l1.-William H. John son. president of the International Association of Machinists, after W1Rit- ing vainly a fortnight here for per mission to enter soviet Russia. for the purpose of Investigating the Ia bor situation and trade possibilities, left today for Berlin. from whici, place he will return to the United States. The bolsheviki gave no reply to his repeated requests for permis- sion to enter Russia to learn how the International Association of Ma chinists could cooperate with the soviet government in establishing trade relations with the United States.
 "A month before I left the United States soviet representatives cabled to Moscow for, permission for me to enter" MT. Johnston said before leav- ing here.
 T came to Riga, fully expecting the soviets to welcome me- for I came with the desire to help them to es- tablish trade relations with the United States. In Berlin I made a further application to the soviet legation which agreed to wire Mos- COW and have the answer sent to Riga. The Riga legauon also wired and I wired personally to Martens
 Ludwig Martens self-styled soviet ambassador to the United States, who was ordered deported from that country). have received no answer at all, although other Americans have been admitted to Russia or re- fused permission since I have been in Riga. It is worry surprising that I have had no answer and l am too busy to stay any longer, as they have had ample time''