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New Britain herald. [microfilm reel] (New Britain, Conn.) 1890-1976, 1921-12-23
SEND SOME POLICE"
MAN ADMITS Staying
Telephones Station Tells of Battle
In Bed For Butcher Knife.
"And I Won"

Chicago, Dec. ga strange stor,
of wife murder is told by Peter j
Smith, an engineer. He called a 30
lice station at 4:3O this morning.
send over some policemen. w,
just killed my wife" he said
When squad of detectives an
preached the two-room apartment
Smith was waiting for them. Il,
threw open the door and stepped to
ward them.
! did it. | killed her"
The woman was found dead witt
her head half severed. Later h.
said:
1T was one or the other of 1:g
She took the butcher knife TO be-
with her last night and put ii RICH
alongside Of the bed, on the floor.
What are you going to do witt
that" ] asked
IF you make move during til,
night, you'll find out" she said and
knew she would kill mo if she had
a chance
I'VE woke up about o'clock thi
morning and each of US was sns
picious that the other was going tC
reach for the knife.
I'VE reached for it together e"
Smith concluded laconically, "and J
won"
New Britain herald. [microfilm reel] (New Britain, Conn.) 1890-1976, 1921-12-23
THE CONFERENCE

Ehere was some surprise, uneN-
pressed but existent, when Secretary
Hughes begap to communicate with
Pre- mief BRAND directly Possibly there
was no other way in which to hasten
conference matters. BRAND being in
Pa IS. land possibly Mr.. Hughes deem
ed 1t wise to cut through the delays
WHICH would follow discussions
through the body assembled at Wash
ington or through the French dele
gates there present. The echo Of that
wonder has assumed greater proper
tons in Paris The French have felt
that England had deal to
say about their affairs. before
the time of the conference,
and they now wonder if the
United States is going to take some
thing Of the same attitude. The French
may feel treasured; this country and
Its officials are not assuming any
such attitude. y
There will be understanding here
and sympathy with the position of
England in seeking to abolish the
submarine. AS a weapon of defense
the citing fact that Germany sent 375
u-boats to sea in the world war and
Of these 200 were destroyed, weakens
the submarines case. The perfection
OF anti-submarine equipment has pre-
vented serious damage to any war
feet and 1t Is likely that this manner
OF protection would advance toward
stage of perfection more apidly than
would the offensive power of the I'M
derseas craft. There is no question but
that Lord Lees statement to the effect
that the submarines main strength
was in its use against unarmed and
unarmoured ships, is correct.
But there now comes to light the
report that Secretary Hughes proposed
TO increase Americas present submar-
inc tonnage of $500 to 90, 900 tons;
England has 80, tons which she
would have to 10000 and Japan has
$4,000 which 1t is proposed to raise to
$4,000. Despite Lord Lees argument,
however, the impression Is that the
submarine will not be banned 1t is
much easier to agree to restrict" than
to agree to abolish" Restriction is
less capable of enforcement than abol
ishment and facts regarding conditions
less capable of ascertainment. There
will be no official protest from this cou
try, even if there is no enthusiasm, II
the submarine is not abolished. Eng
land stands alone in this effort. The
world would feel more self-respecting
II all nations were eager to take the
same step which, however, those who
have the safety of this country under
their care feel they dare not accept.
And it is possible that Secretary
Hughes was right when, at the begin |
ming of the conference he declared |
the submarine matter was impossible |
of settlement now.
New Britain herald. [microfilm reel] (New Britain, Conn.) 1890-1976, 1921-12-23
REMOVES CAUSE FOR WAR.
This Is " hat japanese Authority Says
of New PaCifi" Treaty.

Paris, Dec. 90, (By Associated
rrcss) Premier Baron Takashai Of
Japan is quoted by the Toxic CORE
spondent Of the newspaper Excelsior
as declaring:
"The quadruple entente, which for
Japan replaces the Anglo-Janane
alliance, is much wider in bearing and
removes all chances Of war"
Il venture TO say" he continued,
that the Washington conference has
opened a now epoch in the Pacific and
the world. | not only believe that the
entente will result i'm making the Jap
ancso people happier. because it viii
Tighten their burdens, but further
than that, 10y reason Of the auaran-
tee we obtain the position Of Japan
is strengthened in the Far East.
New Britain herald. [microfilm reel] (New Britain, Conn.) 1890-1976, 1921-12-23
THAT ICE CONTRACT.

The common council is not a court
before which facts of a disputed oues-
ton may be presented with the result
that Justice will be done, In that
body there are no formally authorized
persons to protect the interests of var
ious parties to disputes. Were such
questions between two individuals,
each desiring the same thing at the
hands of the city to be fought out
there time would not permit of the
transaction of other business.
The matter of the ice contract is a
case in point. It was practically ad
mitted that the water commissioners
made certain inquiries about the per
Torrance of the contract after thew
had practically decided upon the sue
cessful bidder for the contract. II
was stated that the Bailey Brothers
knew of the amount of the bid of
John F. Di Nonno and signifled their
Willingness to meet his bid. The
chairman of the water commissioners
was present at the session of the
council and gave the appearance, at
least, of occupying an impartial po-
stion between the two bidders. 1t is
to be doubted whether or not he had
the opportunity to say all that he de
sired to say, or whether he had the
data at hand necessary to give all the
facts in connection with the contract
and the surrounding circumstances.
He seemed to be pleading the cause of
neither, The action of the water
commissioners in deciding upon ri
Nonno was stated to be that his had
been the lower bid--an apparently
good reason,
The equity of the matter however,
as presented by several council mem
hers, seemed TO be with the Bailey
Brothers. Was the letting of bids
sprung upon them? Had theyrbeen
given to understand that they would
be allowed to continue cutting ice
and. relying upon such representation
had they made such investment that
they would lose all if the agreement
were broken? And, in spite of any
informally placed upon
ice contracts, have the Bailey Broth
ers such contract with the city that
they may legally go ahead and cut ice
until the 18th day of March of next
year? Would a court of justice up
hold them in such action? Are both
bidders acting for themselves and
bidding in good faith?
These and possibly other questions
should be ascertained before a de-
cision is made. The facts cannot be
brought out at council meeting
without representation OF the parties
interested. a special committee
should look into this matter, hear
both sides and report at a meeting 10
be called as soon as possible unless
he members are willing to leave the
question in the hands OF the mayor |
who would indicate his decision 10y
lction after the counseI's dercrmina
iona roundabout way to decide a |
matter which requires speedy action. |
The ice contract situation is now |
only because 1t will be nee !
New Britain herald. [microfilm reel] (New Britain, Conn.) 1890-1976, 1921-12-23

year the stock becomes worthless This
portion of the ruling is the compile
mcnt of another part which provides
tor deduction for loss IN exceptional
cases, IN the year the loss was discoH-
ed Instead of In the year in which It
was sustained, The decision is wise and
lust and like most wise ana lust de,
cisions based upon tho use Of plain
common sense
New Britain herald. [microfilm reel] (New Britain, Conn.) 1890-1976, 1921-12-23
HOI.STEINS TO BIZ KILLED
Part of Mrs, l.. II. Harriman's Herd
Fail state Test

Middletown, n. Y, Dec. PA por-
tinn Of the herd Of 1913 registered Hol-
stein cattle owned by Mrs. II. II. Har-
riman at Arden have been condemned
because o. failure to pass the tuber-
culosis test and must be killed in ac-
cordance with the state law. Thirty
eight Of the first 200 examined had
the disease.
New Britain herald. [microfilm reel] (New Britain, Conn.) 1890-1976, 1921-12-23

essary, as it appears from the fact
that no regular resolution was passed
awarding the contract, to hold an
other meeting to take some action
which will be unassailabe in law
New Britain herald. [microfilm reel] (New Britain, Conn.) 1890-1976, 1921-12-23

Even if arms are outlaWed, the rich
powers will still be able to get a few
to cure colonial disorders.
New Britain herald. [microfilm reel] (New Britain, Conn.) 1890-1976, 1921-12-23

When the children are young, Dad
serves as Santa Claus; and when they
grow older, he serves rs goat.
New Britain herald. [microfilm reel] (New Britain, Conn.) 1890-1976, 1921-12-23

There are two kinds of cops; those
who use their clubs freely, and those
who have no yellow streak.
New Britain herald. [microfilm reel] (New Britain, Conn.) 1890-1976, 1921-12-23

God Is good 70 pdrd%gphcrs. When
skirts and the Bolshi"s ana George
Harvey become tresomo there's al
ways Ford
New Britain herald. [microfilm reel] (New Britain, Conn.) 1890-1976, 1921-12-23

Thank goodness, the people can
treat the budget as they did the Yer
saiIles treaty, They can be for it with
out reading it,
New Britain herald. [microfilm reel] (New Britain, Conn.) 1890-1976, 1921-12-23

"What the world needs" says Con
gresham, is a finer morale" What
about finer morality?
New Britain herald. [microfilm reel] (New Britain, Conn.) 1890-1976, 1921-12-23

Why Is it that people who believe
IN useful gifts think nothing Is useful
Than costs more than $3.9N?
New Britain herald. [microfilm reel] (New Britain, Conn.) 1890-1976, 1921-12-23

An Autobiography would begin u
can remember when was chunk Of
tin ore
New Britain herald. [microfilm reel] (New Britain, Conn.) 1890-1976, 1921-12-23

Somehow or other the girl you love
doesn't seem so ethereal after Won
watch her eat.
New Britain herald. [microfilm reel] (New Britain, Conn.) 1890-1976, 1921-12-23

The world is really getting better.
a few hundred years ago nearly every
body had the itch.
New Britain herald. [microfilm reel] (New Britain, Conn.) 1890-1976, 1921-12-23

Nember NudIt I5nronn OF 'lfVNTRII"W
The A. Il. G, Is a national urgau1niion
which furnishes newspapers and acN'f.
Users with a strictly honest nnnlyrlS OF
circulation. our circulation statistics arc
based upan this audit. Thls insures trn-
tection against fraud IN newspaper dis
tribuion ngures TO both national and To-
cal advertisers.
New Britain herald. [microfilm reel] (New Britain, Conn.) 1890-1976, 1921-12-23
FACTS AND FANCIES
BY ROBERT CULLEN

Wood SAYS the Filipino is not yet
capable Of government Wen, who
is?
New Britain herald. [microfilm reel] (New Britain, Conn.) 1890-1976, 1921-12-23

Government by the people has at
least done wonders for the art OF
rhetoric,
New Britain herald. [microfilm reel] (New Britain, Conn.) 1890-1976, 1921-12-23

Reducing national expenses is like
reducing flesh; 1t requires some control
Of appetite,
New Britain herald. [microfilm reel] (New Britain, Conn.) 1890-1976, 1921-12-23

Business Office t,t,,t,.,t.-.t,, H2a
Editorial Rooms Observation-Disclosures, sea
New Britain herald. [microfilm reel] (New Britain, Conn.) 1890-1976, 1921-12-23

$500 Three hpurha
zoe q MONTH
New-York tribune., 1921-01-30

good will The essential element in
this agreement Is the establishment of
trade boards, made up of five repre-
sentatives on each side, which meet in
continuous session to adjust any diff
ferences which may arise In case of
disagreement the services of an "im.
partial chairman" an able and dis
interested arbitrator acceptable tc
both sides. are invoked.
In his enthusiasm over the machinery
IT adjustment, similar to the Hart,
Schaffner Marx agreement, which
was generally adopted in the clothing
industry all over the country. the au-
thor does not forget to add a note OF
caution. Employers were willing to &C.
quiesce in the system while labor was
scarce and prices were rising; it re-
mains to be seen how effectively the
agencies Of conciliation will function
in q period Of industrial depression
abundant labor and falling prices Ths
clothing industry in New York has al
ready failed to meet this test; and the
preservation of the impartial chair
New-York tribune., 1921-01-30
The Borzoi of 1920

I'm THE manner Of Continental pub
lishers, Alfred A. Knopf commemo-
rates the completion of FIVE years of
publishing by issuing q catalogue en-
titled The Borzoi, 1920, to which all
Of his authors contribute briefly,
though charmingly. For introduction
there Is a paper by Maxim Gorky, the
same with which he inducted World
Literature, the publishing house
founded by him under the auspices
Of the Bolshevik government It holds
plea for the universality Of great
hooks. Other contributors express
themselves on sundry topics. Villa
Gather writes on THE Art of Fiction
and Clarence Day jr. burlesques the
publishers invitation TO contribute in
u delightful piece called "Astonishine
Psychic Experience" A. P. Herbert
the author Of The Secret Battle, writes
very amusing esray on drawing
and Floyd Dell makes q critical an.
alysis Of Max Beerbohm. George Jear
! Nathan writes on Fl. L. Menken and
FL. l. Menken writes on Villa Gather
The second part is given over to bib
biography sf The Borzoi "a. A. Knopf,
publications.
New-York tribune., 1921-01-30
MIR. Preston's Daughter

MR.. PRESTON'S DAUGHTER. By Thomas
Cobb. Published by the John Lane Com
pany
A LIGHT and sprightly tale Is Mr..
Preston's Daughter, by Thomas
Cobb. There is no problem involved;
there is no deep philosophy, no great
social problem forms the underlying
motive; the spirit world is not even
mentioned there is no tragedy and such
mystery astnere Is, is intriguing but
not narrowing. Mr.. Cobb seems to
have told, for the sake of the telling,
an interesting story about small cir
Gle Of people who have had something
unusual come in4o their lives.
Mr.. Prestons daughter is a lively
girl with striking red hair who is con-
siderably below the social level Of
her left-handed relatives. For it hap
pens that this gay creature may be
the daughter Of either of two Messrs.
Preston, and, in any event, as q matte
Of ethics, she should not have been.
Chance brings her into contact with
Mr.. Preston without her knowing the
possible relationship, and so across the
path of his nephew. Having nlres :,
fallen in love with one man without
legal sanction, the young lady falls
in love with the nephew. This com.
plicates the nephew's love affair with
the other Mr.. Preston's sister-in-law
The young mans fancee suspects him
of low tastes and undesirable habits
Ultimately the nephew and the sister.
| in-law become reconciled by the dis.
covery that the red-haired girls parent
agr is open to question. while the
mystery Of which Mr.. Preston is he,
father is cleared up to the satisfaction
Of all concerned.
New-York tribune., 1921-01-30

episodes. the advance Of the United
States into the waters of the Caribbean
and the major questions involved in Pan
Americanism and the Monroe Doctrine.
The necessary attitude of the United
States is clearly stated as follows: "The
weakness and backwardness Of certain
states, specifically those in the zone OF
the Caribbean. lies at the heart Of the
difficulty. AS long as they renain in
their present condition the United States
must continue to protect them against
European Intervention, and when occa-
sion arises, supervise their affairs in
order to prevent them from provoking
such intervention. AS long as it is nec-
essary to pursue this course the United
States will have to rest under the sus-
piciop,. Of having imperialistic designs
on its weaker ncighbors, and 1t is this
suspicion which terpctuates the spirit of
Latin Americanism which in eurn must
be overcome before we can fully realize
the ideal of Pan-Americanism."
There have been "a few adverse crti-
cisms Of The United States and Latin
America, voiced by representatives OF
Central and South American republics
now in this country, principally on the
ground that the book is too much an
advocate for the United States and toe
little concerned at vital points with the
interests of certain South American ma
tions. A thoughtful reading qualities
us for the belief that Professor Latane
ia in the main just in his conclusions
The recent German thrust for worlc
power and globe dominion should assure
South America that the strong shield
md long sword Of the United States are
defense and not menace. Until oul
Latin American friends are strong
enough to stand alone, compact and in
complete concord, we Of the north must
exercise some measure of neighborS
watchfulness and protection; for some
little state below Panama might prove
our heel of Achilles in the event of an.
other world struggle, If not encased II
the steel of our strength.
New-York tribune., 1921-01-30

man and the other features Of tbs
agreement depends upon the issue O&
the strike, or lockout, which is now Ia
progress.
The author discusses the tendencies
of American labor. as exemplified 10 the
A. F. of L.; and also describes the sds-
ology animating the elements which
make up large part Of the Farmer
Labor party. His analysis Of the A E.
of L. leaders Is excellent:
The leaders are of very definite typas
practical, efficient. unimaginative busi-
ness men. A group of labor leaders q
successful craft unions cannot be dis.
tinguished to-day from any ordinary
groua Of American business men. They
are business men. and many employeve
They are traders; they meet and hsyHle
over minute details Of agreemeutss {
they work out complicated contracts;
they handle and invest considerable
sums of money"
The message of Mr.. Bakers work IL
twofod On the negative aide he dis
parages the use of force es an effective
means of allaying kabcr ciscontent. On
thc other hand he advocates. ~ the
best antidote to dangerous radicaiism.
an increasing application Of tho ideal
of democratic cooperation in accordance
with the peculiar requirements Of each
individual industry.
New-York tribune., 1921-01-30

normality. According to Mr. Tho,np-
sons prescription for longevity, one
should not overeat, or overdrink, or be
too intelligent, or too fond Of music
In conclusion he describes various hu
man types, and degrees Of types, with
appropriate instructions for the be-
havior of every one according to his or
her classification.
Many points Of contact between re-
.igion and health are brought out by
DR.. Walsh. He takes up various forms
of religious expression, and shows how
they are related to bodily health. So in
prayer he finds noteworthy psychclogi-
cal stabilizer, an effective remedy for
nervous diseases. He contends that the
| fasts enjoined by the discipline OF the
Catholic Church, far from being physi-
cally harmful, possess distinct hygienic
value, as they avert the diseases which
come rs result of overindulgencc in
meat. He also speaks Of the beneficial
effects of Sundays and church holidays
| in providing time for rest and recrea-
ton. He laments the passing Of the
medieval church holidays after the
Reformation, and expresses the belief
that we would be better off to-day If we
were able 70 enjoy holiday once every
two weeks.
There arc several forms Of disease
which, In the authors opinion, can only
be effectively combated by moral anc
ecclesiastical teaching. He believes tina
tendencies toward alcoholism, venerea
disease and suicide are more marked
where there is lack Of strong religion!
faith. He Is opposed to public instruc
tion in sexual matters, arguing that the
evil power Of suggestion far outweigh:
any good that may result from thi.
practice.
DR.. Walsh produces statistics to SHOW
that ministers of religion live longer
than any other class Of individuals
From this fact he draws the conclusion
that moral life, combined with con-
stans meditation upon religious subjects
is the best guaranty Of a ripe old age
New-York tribune., 1921-01-30
'Wlney Demanded Sense of Humor in Revoutionss

ten straight from the heart. We fe'
Synge must have followed those pc
pie carrying the dead body, al
touched to the quick by the caoine
passed the touch on to as, for in the
lyric swell OF the close we get the
true emotion. Here alone is he in the
line Of greatness. This gripped his
heart and he wrote out of himself.
"But in the other work Of his it was
otherwise. He has put his method on
record; he listened through a chink
in the floor and wrote around other
people. 1t is characteristic of the art
of our time. Let II be called art if
the critics will, but it is not life"
Certainly one might expect no such
rational expression from man who
starved himself to death in prison in
the name of patriotism. Yet in search
ing through his early writings 1t IS
easy to discover the source o. his emo
tions.
MacSwiney was q worshiper Of the
heroic, an admirer of the martyrs Of
all history. Again and again this hero
worship stands out in his book. He
couldn't even explain it himself.
Why last stand and sacrifice are
more inspiring than q great victory is
one of the hidden things" he wrote
"but the truth stands: for thinking OF
tho,, o,r c,;ri%e ~oL;rd1o our corrprn
reawakens. and we stiffen our backs for
another battle"
He seemed to anticipate his own sac
riAce:
"One day the consciousness Of the
country will be electrified with great
deed or great sacrifice and the multi
tude will break from lethargy or pref
udice and march with shout for free
dom in q true, brave, and beautiful
sense"
And he felt that his reward would be
forthcoming:
"Yes, and when finally the reawak-
ened people by their better instincts
their discipline, patriotism and fervol
will have massed into armies and
have marched to freedom. they will
know in the greatest hour of triumph
that the success of their conquering
arms was made possible by those who
held the breach"
Principles of Freedom needs few
explanations, but 1t merits publication
at this or at any time. 1t Is revolution
ary only in spots.
New-York tribune., 1921-01-30
Martyr Mayor Wrote Of Freedom
The Sim Fein Leader Apparently Foresaw
. His Own Fate

occasional verbal alteration in the
original"
That Is all except for a two-page
notation on q particular chapter. There
is no date line, no address. Manifestly
the articles we're not written, nor thei,
'iblication projected, while Mac
siney was In Brixton prison. In
pite Of this, just when and JUST
where they were written should be
he interesting facts in presenting the
'ook. We yearn to know why he had
no time for revision" AS q reade,
II the book, we feel that ws have ,
light to know.
Brushing these details aside. we may
60 on and confess that MacSwine,
'ould write enterta!ningly on almost
ny subject but the Irish republic
We must get the heartbeat into lit
'rature." he wrote. We agree with
i'm. but we do not care for hi.
eart-pound However, as a dramatic
critic. an essayist or straight moral,
list be might have gone far.
ut Is because we need the truth
hat wc object to the propagandis'
playwright" MacSwiney wrote in his
chapter on Literature and Freedom.
"Only In q rare case does he avoid
heing partial; and when he is impair.
tih he is cold and unconvineing. HI
;ives US argument instead Of emotion
but emotion is the language Of tn.
heart. He does not touch the heart;
he tries to touch the mind; he is {
pamphleteer and out of place. HI
falls. and his failure has damaged hi.
cause. for it leaves US to feel that the
cause is as cold as his play; but wher
the cause is great one it is alway.
vital, warm and passionate"
Later he adds:
'If we are to apply art to grea
work we must distinguish art from
artifce. We find the two we'll con
trasted in Synge's Riders to the Sc,
and his Playboy. The first was writ