New Britain herald., 1922-09-14

when arrested claimed he was inno- cent of what was in the cases but said he thought it must have been some thing worth while for he was to re- ceive $100 upon its safe arrival and delivery in the Massachusetts city.
 H. c. Levine of New Haven, was in court for reckless driving. He was represented by Attorney H. L. Edlen of New Haven. A plea of not guilty was entered.
 The police and prosecutor offered testimony to show that Levine was driving at a reckless and dangerous rate of speed while enroute through this town. The court found him guilty and imposed a fine of $25 and costs. The lawyer filed notice of ap- peal and bonds were fixed, when the Elm City man decided to pay the fine and vacated the appeal. Add s25 and costs to the towns coffers.
 Louis Cantino of Kensngton, had his continued case before the court This was the second continuation for Cantino. He was charged with the sale of intoxicating liquor and with running place for gambling. His plea was not guilty. Witnesses were produced to show liquor sales and the gambling charge correct. Judge Griswold imposed a fine of s1o0 and costs for the sale of liquor and $50 and costs for the charge of gambling. The case was continued again for 30 days under suspended judgment with the condition imposed that Cantino vacate his place of business. It Is expected that the local man will dis continue his pool room and his liquor business.
 Several other. cases were slated for trial last night but the accused did not put in appearance. The local authorities will take steps to see that the parties are located and summon ed to court They will probably face the additional charge of contempt of court for failure to appear when summoned.
 The local court cases are attracting considerable attention because of the fact that most of them are liquor cases and Berlin has attained repu tation of strictness in enforcing law. The street In front of the town hall was lined with autos, people coming from many points to attend the ses- sion.
 Democrats Urged to Life.
 The democrats of Berlin are being urged to get in the race this fall and put up a man of ability for represen- tative. This demand follows the 1,4 fo1 hof nrlt East Berlin and kensington will each try to nominate representative on the republican ticket.
 Francis Deming, one of the best known men in financial circles in the state, slocated with the Berlin Saw ings bank. and enjoying a wide ac- uuaintance among members of the legislature today, is the man whom the Berlin residents desire to repre- sent them.
 Claude W. Stevens. known as faithful adherent to the rules of re- publicanism, Is the kensingtonite who seeks election to the legislature and has made known publicly that he feels he can aid the town if elected to this responsible position.
 Arthur Benson represents East Berlin. A new arrival In the field of politics, Benson has decided to seek support from local republicans and would like to represent the town in the legislature. He admits that he is green at the game of politics, is young and inexperienced, hut he has the wonderful philosophy of con tidence by virtue of the old adage' Every man must make his begin ming" He knows that his oppon- ents have been in the legislature be- fore but they had to have first time and he believes that he could make his first appearance successful
 The American Legion is non-po- litical in its principles but at the same time there is no hindrance from members helping their brother poli- ,icians and it is the service vote from ,hree districts which Is being counted on for Benson.
 A review of the situation at the present times makes it look like Dem- ing. There is no denying the fact that the local banker is willy politician. He speaks but little on the subject but is all the time active In seeking sup port He is a machine man, has the