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New Britain herald., 1923-12-21
BROKERS RETURN
 WAS SMALL AMOUNT
Got S9,9i6 Commission on Deal
 Of 10 Million

Washington, Dec. 21.-Jesse l.. Liv- ermore, New York stock broker, to- day gave the senate public lands com mittee some intimate details of oper- ations in Wall street and incidentally upset popular belief as to a brokers commission.
 Appearing as witness in the in- quiry into the leasing of Naval Oil reserves, Livermore described the for nation in October, 1922, Of a group to make a market for the stock of the Mammoth Oil Co.,, the subsidiary of Harry F. Sinclair which was or Ganized to operate Teapot Dome re- serve number three.
 As result of an advertising cam paign the witness said public sub scriptions were received for 15l,000 shares at $40 share and 10e,O00 shares were allotted. These shares subsequently were repurchased by the syndicate interested in the issue at prices ranging from $40 to s56.5O. On the entire deal Livermore said, in- yolving sale and repurehase Of more than siO,000,000 worth of stock, his personal return was s9.916.
 "Why did you have repur- chase?" asked Senator Walsh. demo- crat. Montana.
 ITO furnish stable market" was the reply. That was why l was re- tained."
 Many of the subscriptions received, the witness explained were from professionals" who were certain 10 let the stock go at the first oppor- tunity to obtain a price higher than that of issue. Unless there was a buying agency to take these offer ings" he said. the public would have no confidence in the issue"
 Much of Mir. Iivermores testi- mony covered the same ground as he senate investigation last spring Into oil prices
New Britain herald., 1923-12-21
TRACED TO WALLINCFORD
Ronsoh, Cheshire slayer. Said to Have Becn in That Town m Day of Staying.

wailingford. Doc. 21.--state police and Chief Abbott Of the local force have secured several affidasits assert ing that Philip Rousch, wanted on the charge of murdering Cheshire rc- formatory guard, Alexander 1ioag, on December 10. was seen in this town on the morning of the killing and al least an hour before the time Hoag was said to be killed. The affidayits are from men who knew Rousch well and they say he was there about tcn o'clock, although reformatory officials declare Hoag was not slain until after II. It is believed that Rousch ran across country to wallingford. talked with people there and went 10 New Haven, where 1t. is reported he was seen al ii.30.
New Britain herald., 1923-12-21
25 MINERS ESCAPE
Warning shout Comes in Time to
 Save Them All From Disastrous ,Ca,c-in at Mayfleld, Pa.

Scranton, Pa, Dec. 2l.--Twenty mine workers had a narrow escape today when large caye-in of roof oc- cured at the Hudson Coal company mine at Mayfleld, Five hundred miners will he idle as the result of the accident.
 While timbering up the weakened mine roof the men heard a rumbling noise.
 Run for your lises!" shouted the mine foreman.
 The men dashed up the slope 10 safety, but the rush Of air from The falling roof was so strong many were knocked off their feet Tho collapse, one Of the largest experienced in this district, is said to extend for more than a mile.
New Britain herald., 1923-12-21
ARIEL MrrCHELsoN DIES
Well Known TariHyilIe Farmer Was
 5s Years old r4

simsbury, Conn, Dec. 21.--Ariel Nicholson, prominent resident of Tariffville, and well known in New England as a tobacco grower and dairy farmer. died in the Hartford hospital this morning from pneumon- Ia which he contracted shortly after his return from two months trip abroad about ten days ago.
 In politics he was republican and served In the general assembly and was president of the farmers associa- ton of the legislature.
 Mir. Mitchelson was a pioneer in this state in raising shade grown to- bacco and had a large plantation at Tariffville. He vas also interested in thoroughbred cattle and was presi- dent of the Guernsey cattle breeders association of New England.
 Mir. Mitchelson was 5s years old.
New Britain herald., 1923-12-21
WALL STREET STOCK
 EXCHANGE REPORTS

Opening-Stock prices fluctuated | irregularly at the opening of today'a
 stock market with tho main move
 ment upward. There were a few out
 standing strong spots such as General
 Asphalt, Schuite and Beechnut, all
 of which advanccdsa point or moro, Oils showed the greatest initial ac- | tiyity.
 f Further irregularity developed as trading progressed but the gains con- tinued to outnunber the losses Gains of l to points were registered by General Asphalt. Atlantic Refining, Austin Nichols, Cuba Cane Sugar pre- ferred. Wilson Packing. Schulte, To- bacco Products. American Radiator and several others, including comput- ing, Tabuating and Recording which touched new 1923 top. Some of the weak spots were National Lead, American Can, Jones Bros. Tea, Willys Overland preferred, Davison Chemical and Omaha, the last named falling i-4 to new low. Foreign exchanges opened lower.
 Noon.--Altcrnate periods of heayj-
 HtSH anu SlItHElil ldIdNlFllEfh lbt morning with the volume of business slowing downsin view of the ap- preaching holidays. American Can rallied strongly on the declaration of an extra dividend of one per cent but it broke through its early low before noon on the heavy offerings of spec ulators who apparently had expected a larger distribution. Jones Brothers Ta, which was heavy at the start on the passing of the dividend made up it's loss before noon. Low priced oil, food and leather shares held fair ly firm while selling pressure was ef- fective in the American Sugar Re fning issues. Davison Chemical and National Lead. L. s. Cast Iron Pipe jumped 5-S and American Radiator 5 5-s each to new 1923 highs Can money opened at 4% per cent.
 ? D. m.--Priees of representative shares stiffened in the afternoon when some conspicuous advances wore made by number of inactive stocks. | Public utility issues were favored and l Maracaibo Oil reached new high 1 figure for the year. General Cigar 1 rose 4 r points and United Cigar | Stores and Jewel Tea pfd. three.
 The closing was irregular. Strength | Of the department stores. U. s. cast | iron pipe and general asphalt issues | was connteractcd in the final deal ings by the intermittent heaviness of l Dupont. Davison chemical and corn | products.
 The irregular fluctuations Of prices | in today's relatively quiet stock mar ket reflected the readiustment of | speculative accounts. Operations for the rise in a number of specintics | were offset by taxation selling and | profit-taking in other parts Of tho | list. Sales approximated 75o.o00 | sharns.
New Britain herald., 1923-12-21
Relief Society Is Host
 To 50 Little Children

Nearly 50 children were entertained bg tha New Britain Tuberculosis Ee- Hef society at a Christmas tree party this afternoon in Grotto club rooms an West Main street. The children are those of parents who died of tu- berculozis or who are suffering from that disessa. Gifts of clothing. toys. fruit and candy were distributed by enpioyes of the health department
New Britain herald., 1923-12-21
TILDEN NOT SURE
 OF PLACE 0N TEAM
Has Not Yet Been Asked to Defend
 Country'S Tennis HOnOrs

Philadelphia, Dec. 21.-Because he rates the Davis cup above Olympic honors, William T. Tildcn, End, na- uonal tennis champion, said today that it was extremely unlikely" that he would be member of the United States Olympic team next summer. He certainly would not make an ex- tended tour to take in the Wimble- don championships in England, the champion added.
 As yet l have not been asked to become a member of the Olympic team," said Tilden, "and until l am l will not come to a definite decision.
 T understand unofficially that Dick Williams, Vincent Richards, Frank Hunter, Watson Washburn and my self will be invited. Personally do not want to make the trip and unless so many drop out that it will affect the team, would prefer to remain at home"
 Tilden added that if the Olympic committee would permit him to leave here late in June, instead of May, as tentatively planned for the players, anu pidy only III the OIymplcS, ne might make the trip.
 Bill Johnston's experience last year shows the danger of an extend ed trip abroad previous to the Am erican season." said Tilden.
 T think he is very wise not to at- tempt it next year. America will have hard fight to retain the Davis cup another year, with the improved competition expected in 1924. We will need to husband all our resources to do it. And ] rate the Davis cup above the Olympic honors."
 Tilden said his desire not to go abroad has nothing to do with the recent controversy with Harold H. Hackett. Tt is simply that feel two months playing abroad might put me in the same condition it did the last time went over in 1921" he said.
 What I hope to do next summer is to take things easy in this coun- try play around in some of the small Ter tournaments at the start and gradually work into form"
New Britain herald., 1923-12-21
HEAR PETITION TO-DAY

Hartford, Dec. 21.-The petition of tbe Eastern Connecticut Tower Co. for the approval of it's lease of the property and appurtenances Of the psItoc Mills Co. in connection with its transmission in the towns of Norwich and sprague was heard today by the rui,Iic utilities commission. The property which is covered by the lease is valued al ;1e.ooo and the Eastern Connecticut Co. agrees to pay six per cent per annum for 1t during the continuance Of the lease. On inc suggestion of Attorney Edward M. Day. who appeared for the Eastern Conrecticut CO. the lease was changed to provide that it's effect shall Dc subiect to the consent of the city of Norwich
New Britain herald., 1923-12-21
CHRISTIAN SCIENTISTS WIN

Boston, Dec. 21.-Judge Anderson in a memorandum handed down in the federal court today ruled that Christian Science practitioners have a civil and property right to have their cards included in the directors or practitioners published in the Chris tian Science Journal. subject to con- trol by authorized church officials, acting for the good Of the church and not for personal reasons The ruling was made in the suit brought by Mrs. Catherine Aller of Phoenix. Ariz.. against the directors Of the church and the trustees of the Chris tan Science publishing society.
New Britain herald., 1923-12-21
CITY ITEMS.

Frank H. Shield has gone to AL bion, Michigan, where he will have Christmas dinner with his mother, Mrs. Charles Shield.
 That Old Gang of Mine" just re- ceiyed. C. l.. Pierce & Co.-adyt.
 The regular meeting of Worthy Temple, Pytbian Sisters, will be held tonight at s o'clock in Judd's hall.
 Victrolas ana Pianos. Henry Morans -advt.
 An appeal has been issued by the Chamber of Commerce for funds to pay municipal Christmas tree ex- penses.
 That Old Gang Of Mine" just re- ceived. c. L. Pierce & Co.-advt.
 Frank Yoblanski of 12 Silver street was arrested this morning by Police- man O'Mara on a charge of driving an automobile without an operators license.
 Give him box of~Muller's Mozarts. 50, 25 and 10 in box --advt.
 A decided change for the better is reported in the condition of Philip Davis, son of Rev. and Mrs John l.. Davis. Although he is not by any means out of danger, his condition is such that he is expected to show some improvement each day
 Junior Achievement exhibition, Boys club tonight. Public invited advt.
 A c,a,,,o on I;.o,so u,ov ,ssuad this afternoon to AXel Hjalmer Nelson of sS West Main street and Miss Signe Elizabeth Peterson of the same ad- dress.
 A Player Piano for your Christmas. c. l.. Pierce & Co.-adyt.
 A complaint was made at police headquarters today that an evening gown was stolen from the Boston store last night.
 Junior Achievement exhibition, Boys club tonight. Public invited advt.
 Frank B. Dyer of 5a Daly avenue and Miss Florence J. Kenney of 1isi Stanley street have been granted a license.
 Victor Xmas Records at Morans'.- advt.
 Walter Blogowslki, son of Mir. and Mrs. K, Biogowski, is expected home from Georgetown university, Wash ington, D. C., for the holidays.
 Fine trees, next to new Hotel.- advt.
 Mir. and Mrs. Morris Abraham and son, Samuel, accompanied by Nels J. Nelson, tho gell known aviator, and Captain Foberg of the Aerial Squad, left yesterday for an extended trip to Tampa, Florida, where they will re- main until the latter part of May. Mr. Abraham is president of the Conner cial Paper company.
 "Raggedy Ann," new Victor rec ord. C. l.. Pierce & Co.--advt.
 The condition of Mrs. Augusta An- l derson of osgood avenue was report ed as about the same at tho New Britain general hospital today. Mrs. l A nde rson was thrown through the | of an automobile driven | by her husband on Burritt street yes- 1 terday when 1t collided with a tree.
 Big New Years Eve Frolie' at JIG 1dpitoi lntdifE' i'otiNth hfots now on sale.--advt
 Isuncb at Hallinans, adNt,
 Special Christmas Records. C, |. l Pierce < Co.--advt.
 lbs. Apollo Choc, s3.79, at Axel- 
 Xmas tree ornaments at Axelrod's. ldvt.
 Big assortment Of Fruit for Xmas. Sullivan Bros, Main and Lafayette.- tdvt.
 Shower baths, 35c; everything new. 4 Commercial street.--advt.
 Shower baths, 35c; everything new. 4 Commercial strect.--sdvt.
New Britain herald., 1923-12-21
FALL IN wATER FATAL.

Bridgeport, Dec. 2l.--Goorge Mil- Ter, 56, who gave an address of 25s Olive street, New Haven, died at St. vincent's hospital this noon having been taken out of the harbor. He had fallen into the water and was rcecued by David Goldstein, fruit dealer, whose place or business is close by. Miller apparently had stumbled while walking on the dock and pitched overheard. Goldstein has saved so persons from drown ing.
New Britain herald., 1923-12-21
Draths
.,lcksan,Ier zal,ora

Aleksander Zabora of 1s5 Oak street died Wednesday evening. He was g years old and is survived by his wife and six children. The fu- neral will be held tomorrow morning from the Sacred Heart church and burial will be in Sacred Heart ceme- tery.
New Britain herald., 1923-12-21
Mrs. Anna B. Anderson

The funeral of Mrs. Anna F. An dersOn was held from the John <. Andrews funeral psriors at 2 o'clock this afternoon and at z:s6 o'clock from the First Lutheran church. Rev. Dr. Abel X. Ahiquist ohiciated.
 The pal bearers were Gustave Johnson, Emil Sund. Carl Anderson. Peter Swanson, John Anderson and Leonard olson. The flower bearers were Walter wlckstrom. August Johnson and D. C. Iinghton. Burial vas in Fairyiew cemetery.
New Britain herald., 1923-12-21
r,,,bf.,,es. Rewarded.

Civil War veteran had spent a vesk at New York hotel When he went 10 pay his bill, the clerk asked:
 .sWbaf was your rank z"
 .I was a private" the old soldier replied.
 Well. | won't charge you any thing You are the first private I have ever met.-JudEe.
New Britain herald., 1923-12-21
Special Notice

All are uelcoms to attend For ty-fve" tournament al the hall Of st John the Evangelist church on New inrton road this evening af o'clock. Turkeys will he awarded to the xin- uers. Luncheon Ntn be served.
New Britain herald., 1923-12-21
some Tisbcrman,

wife-How many fish was it you caught Saturday. George?
 Husband-six, darling--all beau ties.
 wife-I thought so. That fish man has made a mistake again. He's charged us for ieight.-Selected.
New Britain herald., 1923-12-21
Jnscpli Sal,IoM ski

Joseph. two year old son of Joseph sablowski, died last evening at his home, 276 High street. The funeral will be held tomorrow morning at s o'clock from the Sacred Heart church and burial will be in Sacred Heart cemetery.
New Britain herald., 1923-12-21
KELLEY IS JAIL CLERK

New Haven, Dec. 2i.-Terence B. Kelley formerly a deputy internal revenue officer here was today ap- pointed clerk at the county jail by Sheriff Reilly.
New Britain herald., 1923-12-21
woRIp rp. wnIrrn DIrs

New York. Dec. 21.-Frank I. Cobb. chief editorial writer of The New York World. died today at his home after a long illness.
New Britain herald., 1923-12-21
,Iiss Cetberirc sfcgr.,I.

Funeral services for Miss Catherine McGrail will be held Monday morn ing al St. Mary's church. Internent NIH be in St Mary's cemetery.
New Britain herald., 1923-12-21

q. $. THEasURy STATEMENT. [. g. Treasury balance. ssts.344.55..
New Britain herald., 1923-12-21
Funerals
Ralnl, k,nt

The funeral Of Ralph Kent Of % Ellis street was held this afternoon. Services were held at the late home and intcrment was in Fairview come tcry.
New Britain herald., 1923-12-21

New Haven, Dec. 2i.--The city directory fails to show A number 25s on Olive street.
New Britain herald., 1923-12-21

Photos show both sides Of the Mi- chsel Friedsam Medal awarded by the Architectural League of New York to Henry Creange for the most distinctive contribution to industrial art during the past year. Henry Ait- ken. noted sculptor. designed the medal Top shows the winged figure of inspiration aiding the youthful Hermes. father of industry Below one sees beauty arising from the wheels Of industry.
Evening star., 1923-05-28
PINEY BRANCH FOLKS
TO EXHIBIT FLOWERS
Citizens Announce Show at Iowa
Avenue Methodist
Church.

All amateur gardeners living in the
Piney Branch district are eligible to
the Piney Branch flower and food
show to be held under the auspices of
the Piney Branch Citizens Associa-
tion tomorrow night from 1880 TO
$3.50. o'clock in the Iowa Avenue
Methodist Church( corner Of 14th and
Emerson streets.
The following rules will govern
the contest:
in the gardens of the Piney Branch
district by the exhibitor or by some
member of the exhibitors family
All entries are free.
All entries will be classified by a
committee. Each kind of flower or
vegetable will he matched against
others of it's kind.
The prizes will consist Of blue, red
and white ribbons.
If an entry has no competition the
judges shall determine whether il
merits the blue. red or white rib
bon or nothing at all.
Entries will be judged in their con-
tainers and the containers Will be
considered a part of the exhibit
Entries will be received in the base
ment of the church between the hours
of and pm. the day of the con-
test.
Judging will begin at S pm. and.
if possible, be completed by 1880 pm.
The public will be admitted at
1880 pm.
To cover expenses a fee of 5
cents for children and 10 cents for
of and pm. the day of the con-
Evening star., 1923-05-28

Tailored athletic swimming
suits, in plain navy and black.
also many bright colored suits
trimmed with contrast sting
stripes, made with round or W
necks. Some have arm shields:
with and without belts, sizes 50
to 20.
The colors are brown, green.
scarlet, Pekin, Maroon and
China.
Rubber Bathing Slippers.
$1.5O.
Bathing Caps. SOC to $2.os.
Bathing Bags, soc to SI.5O.
Water Wings, soc.
Belts, 25c, 3oc and soc.
Kann's-Second Floor.
Evening star., 1923-05-28
The Special Sale Continues of SUI


Ali are attractive, styles, formerly
priced from sos to. $500. Choice. =.
Also Banded Sailors OF bsrn-yard
straw in off-the-face models. The col
ors are black, brown, navy, also COM
binations of navy and white, black and
white, and brown and sand AT. -. IL
Evening star., 1923-05-28
ACTRESS WARNS OF PERIL
TO CHILDREN FROM DRUGS
Juanita Hansen Tells Her Expe-
rience in Mastering Habit to
Church Audience.

Urging parents to warn their children
of the terrible menace hidden in mar
cotics Juanita Hansen, movie star, in
an address at the First Congregational
Church. 10th and G streets, last night.
told how narcotics had once claimed
her and how. after a, long fight, she
had mastered the evil.
Miss Hansen is touring the country
in an effort to expose drug evils. sound
warning against the traffic and to
bring a message of hope by telling
addicts that they can be cured. Ig-
noranceNof the dangers involved is the
cause of so many persons becoming
dope addicts," declared Miss Hansen.
Rexford l.. Holmes. executive secre-
tary of the anti-narcotic conference,
obtained the promise Of Miss Hansen
to aid the conference in its educational
campaign.
Evening star., 1923-05-28
WILL CONFER DEGREES.
Sixty-Five Graduates at Washing.

Sixty-five degrees will be conferred
on graduates of the Washington COL
lege of Law at it's twenty-fifth an
nuaI commencement in Memorial
Continental Hall tonight at o'clock.
Senator William H. King of Utah,
will deliver the commencement ad-
dress. while prizes won during the
year by graduates will be presented
by Lucian II. Vandoren.
Dean Emma NJ. Gillett will confer
the degrees Invocation will be by
Mgr. p. G. Gavan. pastor of the Shrine
of the Sacred Heart. Music will be
Evening star., 1923-05-28
F.P. GUTHRIE'S NEW POST
Quits Shipping Board Radio Serv-
ice, Goes to Corporation.

Resignation of r. r. Guthrie as
head of the radio communication ac-
tivities of the Shipping Board to ac-
rept the post of district manager of
the Radio Corporation OF America
with Offices at 1110 Connecticut ave-
nue. was announced today.
Mr. Guthrie is a graduate of Wash
ington and Lee University. with the
degree of bachelor of arts He was
professor of physics at the South
Carolina Military College. and served
in the Navy Department during the
war as a lieutenant in the office of
the director of naval communications.
His service with the Shipping Board
recently passed the four-year mark.
Evening star., 1923-05-28
NetU Cuini pes
With "a Sleeves

TO be worn with the sport
suit or sweater.
Just what you will need for
Memorial Day wear. Regular
1y $1.50. Special c. y
for Tuesday only at ~ i sOO
Kann's-Street Floor.
Evening star., 1923-05-28

Candy for Your
Holiday Outing
Glass Jars of Filled and Stick
Candy, various kinds. Priced,
according to size jar, from
10c to SOC
Chocolate Novelties. in red,
white and blue foil; include
Chocolate Cigarettes.
Cannons, Shield Boxes, ~
etc. Choice 1O(
Small Silk Flags, e
each ... &c
-kann's kapitaI Handy, Choco-
late-covered Ginger, Marsh
mallow, Cocoanut, Mints and
Butter Crea S. A <n.
pound ............... OU(
kann's-Street Floor.
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1923-02-25
Mrs. Hearst's
Work Among
Aliens Praised

NEW YORK. Feb. "a.
TN a letter sent today to Mrs..
Il william Randolph Hearst
by Acting Mayor Murray HUI.
bert, the city's executive, OK.
presses his appreciation Of the
value of Mrs. Hearst's work,
as chairman Of the Mayors
committee Of women, at the
recent AmericanizatiOn meet
ing at Town Hall. The Mayor
congratulated Mrs. Hearst and
those who worked with her
upon the success achieved.
"The Town Han meeting was
particularly noteworthy because
of the fact that admission was
limited to no sect, race or
creed. Citizens and nOn-citi-
zens from every quarter of the
city rubbed shoulder to shout
DER" the letter said. II saw
eager, patriotic men and WON.
en- from the cOngested streets
of the east side as well as
from the palaces Of Fifth ave.
nue..
IL could not help thinking
how much we were indebted to
you for arranging q meeting
whose Americanism removed
the fIimsy barrier of social dis.
tiictiOn and contributed toward
the welding of different eIe.
ments Of our cosmopolitan
population into q united citi.
zenship."
a. - A.
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1923-02-25
Midnirh

Highest, 37s: lowest, 1870.
Relative humidity-S a. m. 49,.
p. nv 26; 8 p. m. ~, ~. L. =,
! HcarE Of saTishfne; 11sf.S -ss ~ 7.
Per cent Of possible sunshine 100. r~~
DEPARTURES FROM NORMAL.
Accumulated excess of temperature
since January 1, 1923. 81.
Deficiency of temperature since Feb
ruary i, 1929, 49,
Accomplished deficiency of precipita-
ton aiHkGs1ahuary l. 1928, 81.
Deff649nkY@sof precipitation since Feb
ruaryik f9g3, t1.OS.
Te3RperAture same date last year
HighSkt.60f lowest. 81
HIVEBf CONDITIONS.
s1.HGtonia and Shenandoah Rivers clear
kt SEarper1 Ferry last evening.
TIDE, CONDITIONS.
i Hi1S Tide. s:4O a. m. and all p. m.
4 Low tide. % IN a. M. and 1917 p. m,
: sun rises & AS a. rrlAss sRsts 5:55 p. m.
Moon rises 12E3i p. m. ;Sset. 2:11 a. m.
FLYING, WEATHER FORECAST.
3vSaEsinxton to Long Island and to
Dayton .lCloudy. probably light rains
or snows; fresh southwest. and west
winds, up to 5000 feet. - *
WRshihgton to Dayton: Mostly, cloudy.
probably 1ight, local rains; freslsyouth-
weat and west winds up to 5000 feet.
OTNEK TaakPERATUREs. Nv,