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New Britain herald., 1923-11-08
ALL TICKETS SOLD.

Syracuse N Y, Nov, Although it is ten days before thc annual Syracuse Colgate football game takes place, every ticket for tho battle has been sold, university athletic author itios announced today The Orange stadium. with bloarhers and Held seats, accommodates 9g.250 people.
New Britain herald., 1923-11-08
MRS. C. F.. HOYT DEAD.

Norwalk, Nov. S.--Mrs. Charles F.. Hoyt, wife of the secretary of the Connecticut Bankers association and Connecticut member of the American Bankers association, died at her home here last night.
New Britain herald., 1923-11-08
Aini If h Ilnrt

\ friend is one who likes you in Journal tSprinCfleld).
New Britain herald. [microfilm reel] (New Britain, Conn.) 1890-1976, 1923-09-24
sroDDARD FUNERAL TO-DAY
Private Services Held In New Haven
This Afternoon

New Haven, Sept. 24.-The funeral
services for Ezekiel G. Stoddard,
banker and man of business affairs,
who died in New Mexico last week
were privately held from his late resi-
dence here this afternoon. Rev. DR..
George w. Douglass, dean of the
Episcopal cathedral in New York.
read the service at the house and
Rev. w. o. Scorille Of Trinity. the
committal service at the grave. The
honorary bearers were men who had
been closely associated with Mr.. Stod-
dard.
1t is sscertained that physicians
found no other injury on Mr. Stod-
dard aside from a fractured ankle
which came from fall from his
horse and his death was sscribsd to
heart trouble brought on by the
shock of the fall. He was uncon-
scious for nearly sir hours after the
fall and until death came.
New Britain herald. [microfilm reel] (New Britain, Conn.) 1890-1976, 1923-09-24
MURTHA SAYS CASSIDY
ASKED HIM TO FUNK
tesa,isuss from Firs, Page,


approaches, Murths declined and east
his vets fer Mecue, The vote slaea
nine 20 nine, Mccus and Walker re-,
eeiHtns equal numbers Of votes, and
as there sas another sete 20 be
east an inquiry was started 20 deter
mine who had not Vetsd, General
Manager George sehsYd told the
players that he had not exercised the
privilege extended 10 a manager, but
would do SO, casting . ballet for Me-
Cue, On the night the Ls,termsH's
Club held a reception fer the players
Cassidy broke precedent when he
refused 20 address the gathering as
coach Of the team, Mnrthe claims
Cassidy later told him that the slse.
ton Of Mecue was responsible for his
refusal 20 speak.
Asked today Why he did no, abide
by the request Of the coach 70 deny
statements derogatory 10 Cassidy
printed In the last week, Murths re-
piled that he couldn't because they
we're all true.
New Britain herald. [microfilm reel] (New Britain, Conn.) 1890-1976, 1923-09-24
REV. G. E. PHIL ELECTED
New Britain Clergyman Heads swed
ish Missionary Association

Worcester Mass, Sept 24-East-
ern Swedish missionary association at
its session here today elected those
officers:
President, Rev. z. g. Phil, New
Britain. Conn; vice president. Rev.
David Brunstrom. Worcester: secre-
tary, Rev. Carl Peterson, East Orange.
". j.. assistant secretary Rev. A. G.
1.und. New York Emil Hjerpe, New
Britain, was elected trustee. Audi
tors chosen were William Appel and
John Olson, New Britain, Conn
New Britain herald. [microfilm reel] (New Britain, Conn.) 1890-1976, 1923-09-24
INJURED BY DYNAMITE

Danbury, Sept 24.-Francis Cat
jowski, IL is patient in the hospital
here as a result of injuries received
when a stick of dynamite which he
was handling on his fathers farm in
Newtown exploded, badly lacerating
the flesh on his face and body. A
heavy coat that he wore is believed
to have saved his life. He Is expected
to recover
New Britain herald. [microfilm reel] (New Britain, Conn.) 1890-1976, 1923-09-24
CHnpREN's HOME SOCIAL.

The Sunshine Girls of the Chill
dren's Home will give their first en-.
tertainment at the home on Rack
life's Height Friday evening, Sept es,
at s o'clock. The entertainment will
consist of songs, recitstions and a
playlet, the children taking exclusive
part in the performance. which will
take place in the. new assembly hall
at the home, The public is invited.
New Britain herald. [microfilm reel] (New Britain, Conn.) 1890-1976, 1923-09-24
OKLAHOMA OUTRAGEs
Tale Told of Three Houses Burned
and of Forced Wedding in Open Field

BY The Associated Press
Tulsa, Okla. Sept. 24.-Testimony
describing the burning Of three houses
in Tulsa in one night by party of
masked men was heard by Governor
]. c. Waltons military committee to-
day as investigation into hooded band
activities was resumed a high officer
of the commission declared in an in
terview with newspa permen.
A wedding ceremony performed In
the center of field in Creek county
adjoining Tulsa county while the
bridegroom was chained to gas en-
CINE with pistols levelled at hts head
was another case heard by the mill
tary commission.
New Britain herald. [microfilm reel] (New Britain, Conn.) 1890-1976, 1923-09-24
rIREMEN HAVE EXERCISE.

Smoke pouring from window in a
tenement occupied by vincenzo Arena
in the rear of Odd Fellows hall on
Arch street yesterday afternoon called
Chief Noble and Companies /, 2, 8
and to the scene, where they found
some liquid was being boiled. The
apparatus from the north end was de-
layed at the railroad crossing for
three minutes, as train was passing.
New Britain herald. [microfilm reel] (New Britain, Conn.) 1890-1976, 1923-09-24
MARRIAGE LICENSES.

The following marriage licenses
were issued today az the office Of the
town clerk: Clarence W. Heller of is
Day street and Miss Luc1 NJ. Ward. So
Pleasant street: stefan surtano OF
New York city ard Josephine scalora
of 81 Broad direct
New Britain herald. [microfilm reel] (New Britain, Conn.) 1890-1976, 1923-09-24
VICTIMS YOUNG MEN.
Two Americans Killed In Balloon
Race Not Very Old.

HAee Not Vcry Old.
Washington. Sept, .4.-Lieuts Rob-
ert s. olmstead and John W Chop
taw. the two American army ofiesrs
killed In the destruction OF the bal
loon SIS we're both comparatively
young men.
Lieut.. oimstead was born In Shell.
don. W., and was single.
Lieut.. choptaw leaves a widow and
two children. He was born In Worth
ington, Ind.
Captain J. p. Bailey also assigned
TO the SIS apparently was not in the
basket at the time OF the disaster.
New Britain herald. [microfilm reel] (New Britain, Conn.) 1890-1976, 1923-09-24
NO HOPE is SEEN.
Coolidge Advised Shipping Situation
Is In Hopeless Mess.

Washington. Sept 24.-President
Coolidge has been advised by men,
bers of the shipping board that a
thorough canvass of the situation has
failed to develop any suggested plan
of operating the governments mer-
chant feet which offers hope Of es-
Gaping a DEFINITE and continued def
cit.
Computation of the various factors
which enter into marine transporta-
ton place fixed differential" of IS
ton against American ships the
president was informed and this
handicap will be met regardless of
the method of operation devised by
the board.
New Britain herald. [microfilm reel] (New Britain, Conn.) 1890-1976, 1923-09-24
A Whole Year to Paw

The cost Of a washing machine is far less than
the cost of laundry woman day week for
a year-or the cost of laundering. And the
washing machine-if it's Hurley THOR
lasts lifetime On the terms we are offering,
every home can owna
New Britain herald. [microfilm reel] (New Britain, Conn.) 1890-1976, 1923-09-24
NOTICE

I will not be responsible for any
bills contracted by any person other
than myself.
THOMAS KEEyERs.
New Britain herald. [microfilm reel] (New Britain, Conn.) 1890-1976, 1923-09-24
U.s nocrafNTs sAFf.

~ Eha Associates FEsEs.
fokie, sept lf.-AsnS 81 the ar
ehiEss ef lAs AmsTiesa embassy hers
New Britain herald. [microfilm reel] (New Britain, Conn.) 1890-1976, 1923-09-24

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vault safes in whieh thsY ~eFs ksf<
NsTe 0Hensd snd the documents fsans
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New Britain herald. [microfilm reel] (New Britain, Conn.) 1890-1976, 1923-09-24
WET GROUNDS. NO GAME.

Philadelphia, Sept 24.-(Ameri-
CAM Cleveland Philadelphia two
games, postponed, wet grounds.
Perth Amboy evening news., 1923-11-24
Notice of Public Hearings

Notice of public hearings is here
by given by the Port of New York
Authority for the consideration of
the consideration of the construction
of additional vehicular tunnels I'M
der and or bridges over the Hudson
River between the State of New
York and the State of New Jersey,
either to form a part of the Com
~prehensive Plan for the port of New
York or as additional facilities there
to: and for the consideration of
what recommendations thereon, IL
any, shall be made by the Port Au-
thority to the Legislatures of the
states of New York and New Jersey.
These Hearings are to be held at the
Assembly Room of the Port Author
ity, II Broadway. New York City at
900 p. M. December s.
Perth Amboy evening news., 1923-11-24
Another Large Crowd Attends
Pleasing Production at st.
Mary'S Lyceum

The knights of Columbus Min
Etrel Serenade," presented in st.
Mary's lyceum. again last night. was
a tremendous success 1t was truly
a night of triumph for Paul j.
Smith, who coached the production
and for all who worked u~ntirlngly
for the success of the show.
z The opening scene, a true mlnsTel
Setting with the chorus in yellow sat
in suits forming an attractive back
ground and James Murray as inter
1ocutor in evening clothes was most
effective. After the opening chorus,
the end men Neal Heron, John
sE2an. Joseph Dalton, James O'Brien,
John Chapman, Edward Reilly, and
William j. Smith, caused no end OF
laughter with their makeup, clown
ing. and testing. Their jokes, many
having the merit of originality kept
The audience in constant laughter.
i Joseph Dalton, made a hit singing
sfIast Night on the Back Porch as
did Richard Deveny in his number
I.Indiana Moon" blue Hoosier
Blues, was we'll given by John Chap
man. A number that caught the
fancy of the audience was Dreamy
Melody" splendidly given by Peter
Fimiani. Another big hit of the eve
ming was louisville Lou sung by
Jack Egan. William Smith, sing,
ing "Oh You Little Sun of er Gun,
simply brought down the mousse anu
was repeatedly recalled.
THAT Old Gang of Mine wa
] p1easingly given by trancls Daiton
and 'Stingo Stungo" given by Neai
Heron scored a tremendous MT. Ihs
first part of the program cohciuueu
with the grand finale.
The second part, q comedy drama
.Alice Where Art Thou" was splen-
didlv enacted by all those who TOOK
part. The pretty house maid, Mary
was very well portrayed by Grace
OfRrien. and her number, mo, NO
Nora was one of the hits OF the
eeening. James Murray, as DICK
Reatrice's boy sweetheart, was a
scream. William Smith could MOI
he surpassed as Duncan, the young
chemist and wife of Beatrice. An
rus. who was a guardian for Bea-
frice. trustee for Duncan and lover
for Alice. was fine in his part. Bea-
t,3ce. a modest primrose, ana wire
of Duncan, was charming and scored
a. big hit with her number, 'once
Upon a Time
Miss Muriel Haney was seen as
Alice. a young widow, who r 10
teach Beatrice how to win back e
husbands love. Jack, a sculptor
who worships beautiful things, espe-
cfally girls, portrayed by waiter
Mack, was superb and received great
ovations in his ''Flirtation' number.
IDS number 'tPlease Believe" with
was also appealing. The
dancing and singing Of the groups
were good and much credit is due
the director in charge.
Perth Amboy evening news., 1923-11-24
Strand Feature

Nh
When little Jackie Coogan flashes
forth from the dressing tent and
boards the great steed in"Circus
Days, audiences at the Strand
Iheatre next week will gasp in anx1
taking the boys place on the thur
Rance deck" of that great beast. and
obviously it is Jackie himself, even
though he wears the fluffy skirts of
n pretty and tiny equestrienne
peaches Jackson) who, according
to the story, is unable to ride on ac-
count of a sprained ankle. But
nobody had ever heard of Jackie as
a horseman. He appears In the
central ring and around him a vast
concourse of people are seen to APP
plaud. Presently they are seen to
laugh, then to roar with delight,
in which behaviour they are imita-
ted to the life by the audience that
are this week witnessing the big
circus picture.
Perth Amboy evening news., 1923-11-24
THEATRES
Majestic Rin

Recent developments in the
strange disappearance of Stephen
Grantwood from his home a few
years ago, prove c~onclusively that
the adopted o of Mrs. Robert
Grantwood was innocent of the
charges brought against him.
1t has been brought to light that
young Grantwood was framed" by
his foster brother Joe, who was
really the man guilty of tampering
with the books of the late Theodore
remnant. Every effort is now being
made to locate Stephen Grantwood
to acquaint him with the fact chat
nj shame hos been cleared and thai
the guilty one has been apprehended
This unusual case forms one OF
the interesting sequences in the plot
OF You Are Guilty" the photo
drama now showing at the Majestic
Theatre. 1t is said that the case
was taken from real life by the
author, Roy Middleton. who wrote
ms story around the facts he OBJ
talned an upper New York state CITY.
Perth Amboy evening news., 1923-11-24

Despite the stormy weather many
people found their way to the
Masonic temple bazaar which was in
progress last night. Mrs. Darling's
pupils gave a character dance, en-
titled Fun in a Toy-Shop." Among
the toys were nine wooden soldiers.
a observation-disclosures, a sailor boy. a
French doll, Irish doll, Spanish doll,
Raggedy Ann, Alabama Coon jigger
and two bears. Each pupil carried
u their part to perfection and re-
hecting much credit upon Mrs.
Darling, their instructor. The same
sketch will be repeated tonight.
Music by the De Molay orchestra
"a enjoyed throughout the evening.
Perth Amboy evening news., 1923-11-24
Catholic Daughters
Event at Woodbridge

WOODBRIDGE, Nov. 24-Despite
the heavy rains of last evening there
we're about sixty present at the card
party aud dance in the auditorium
of NO. IL school arranged by Court
Mercedes, Catholic Daughters of
America.
There were four tables of pinochle,
six of euchre and one table for
whist. The prizes were very attrac-
tive. :,
The music for the dancing was all
local talent. Patrick Fenton presid-
ed at the piano, Nicholas Langan
played the drum and Thomas Hoov-
an the violin.
Perth Amboy evening news., 1923-11-24
Open Meeting
To Be Held Monday

The local council of Jewish wo-
men will hold an open meeting,
Monday afternoon at 2:30 O'clock.
in the temple Beth Mordecai, in
Hobart street. Rabbi J. Max Weis
of New York City. a we'll known
lecturer will talk on 1.-THE Melody
OF Love to the Song of Hate. Mrs.
j. B. Joselson will give a report of
the recent convention held at st
Louis.
Perth Amboy evening news., 1923-11-24
Cards Are Enjoyed
the Yacht Club

Mrs. Janet Bedell of Metuchen and
Mrs. yCahill, of Baltimore, made high
@r6prps D shs. afternoon at the regu-
lar weekly card party, of the La
dies Auxiliary of the Raritan Yacht
rl1b. which was held in their club
rooms, yesterday afternoon. Mrs
Joseph Massopust was chairman OF
arrangements and was assisted by
Mrs. Chester M. Darling, Mrs. George
sharp and Mrs. Robert McHose. 1t
will be "Guest afternoon" next Fri
day and each member will be privil-
eyed TO bring a guest.
Perth Amboy evening news., 1923-11-24
Auction Bridge
AT Mrs. Prall'S

WOODBRIDGE. Nov. 24:-Mrs.
w. II. Prall entertained the Auction
bridge Club yesterday afternoon.
There were SIX tables of members
and no guests. Mrs. W. K. Franklin
q the first prize, half a dozen tea
glasses; Mrs. George f., Brewster
second, a table cover; Mrs. l. T.
Spencer, third, half a dozen, tumo-
lefs; Mrs. w. M. w mt, a met lace
aver Mrs. f. r. Valentine won the
c6nsolation prize, a handkerchief.
Pafreshment We're served and a
daiirhtful social time enjoyed.
Mrs. S. B. Demarest will entertain
the next meeting on December z at
4 luncheon at 1 o'clock.
Perth Amboy evening news., 1923-11-24
Junior Class Dance
Held at Woodbridge

WOODBRIDGE, Nov. 24;-The
Junior class dance held last night
was enjoyable but not as largely at
tended as 1t might otherwise have
been on account of the Indictment
weather. The chaperons were Mrs.
j. II. Thayer Martin, Mrs. w. b.
Krug, Mrs. t. M. Shock and Mrs.
Paul Kingbury, Miss Miller, Miss
Fitzgerald and Mr.. Rothfuss.
The Auditorium was most artist
cally decorated with orange and
black crepe paper. These colors be-
ing those selected as class colors.
The music was furnished by En-
cherman's orchestra.
Perth Amboy evening news., 1923-11-24
Initiate Candidate

The initiatory degree was confer
red on candidates by Lawrence
Lodge No. 62, odd Fellows, last
night at Odd Fellows hall and the
dance committee reported everything
in readiness for tho dance and re-
ception at Washington hall tonight.
The representative to the district
meeting held Thursday night with
Valhalla Lodge No. 275, reported the
choice of Past Grand Channey, OF
Plainfield Lodge No. A, to succeed
District Deputy Grand Master Ell
Jensen as the head of District No. 10.
Perth Amboy evening news., 1923-11-24
Perth Amboy
Personal Mention

A son was born to Mr.. and Mrs.
]. II. Donahue, of Westfield, former
ly of this city, recently.
Miss Jane Conroy, of Verona, was
the guest OF friends IN this city
yesterday.
Mrs. George T.. Montgomery. of
Catalpa avenue. who has been con-
fined to the city hospital, is slowly
recovering.
Mrs. Cahill, OF Baltimore, is
spending a few days with Mr.. and
Mrs. William H. Pfeiffer, of Market
street.
j. w. Langstaff, of this city, who
was seriously hurt in an automobile
accident recently, is able to be out
again.
Perth Amboy evening news., 1923-11-24
Plan Masque Ball

The annual masquerade of Perth
4n1hov Nest No. 1927, Order OF
owls. win be held at Washington
imll Tuesday night, December IL,
vas the announcement made at a
MEETING of the nest last night at
Eagles hall. Frank Szostak has been
aimed he chairman of the arrange
cents. Thomas Lucas secretary and
,aartin loft the treasurer. This
years event is going to be bigger
ana better than ever according to
those who are arranging for the af-
fair. Good music will be procured
sor the dancing and there will be a
Number OF prizes awarded for the
most comical, fancy and best cos
tpnfs worn,
Perth Amboy evening news., 1923-11-24
Refuse to Annrove Bill

TRENTON, Nov. 24:-The State
House Commission has refused to
approve a bill of $1,263 contracted
by the State Department of Institu-
tons and Agencies for the services
of the Associates for Government
Service, Incorporated, of New York.
The money was for work done by
the corporation in securing the con-
tract for the making by New Jer-
sey's state prisoners of motor We
hicle license tags for the state of
Virginia.
Perth Amboy evening news., 1923-11-24
Celebration
On Anniversary

Rev. and Mrs. George C. Wilding.
or Orange, formerly OF this city, cele-
brated the fifty-fifth anniversary of
their marriage in Florida on Mon
day, November 10. Rev. Mr.. Wild
ing, who was a FORMER pastor of
Simpson Methodist church writes
that at their first wedding they had
orange blossoms but at this anniver-
sary they were surrounded by real
Perth Amboy evening news., 1923-11-24
Auxiliary to
Have Convention

ETomorrow afternoon the Ladies.
Auxiliary of the Ancient Order OF
Iibernians will hold their county
convention meeting at 3 o'clock in
Odd Fellows hall, in IS Smith street.
All officers and members are urged
10 be present, as the election of Of
feers will take place.
Perth Amboy evening news., 1923-11-24
Dance and Reception
For Odd Fellows

Odd Fellows of the four lodges In
this city together with the members
of their families and friends will
gather at Washington Hall tonight
for a dance and reception. The aft
fair will start at 8 o'clock and the
music for the dancing will be fur
nished by Marinus Petersen's or
chestra.
Charles Neary is the chairman of
the committee in charge of the ar
rangements for the event. The lodges
taking part in the dance are Law
renee No. 62, Valhalla No. 275,
Hornet No. 60 and Violet Rebekah
No. Sc,
Perth Amboy evening news., 1923-11-24

The door prize, a basket Of groceries,
was won by Mrs. Miller.
The fancy booth is still laden
with many articles, such as buffet
sets, breakfast sets, bonnets, hand
embroidery articles. Many things
can be found in the household
booths. Homemade candies, canned
goods and groceries are also on the
shelves. The doors open at 2 p. M.
No little credit is due Mrs. r. S.
Killenberger, general chairman of
arrangements, for the excellent
manner in which she and her COM
mittee managed the affair, and I'M
der such direction the fine ucces
of the bazaar was made possible.
Perth Amboy evening news., 1923-11-24
Plan for Dance

zThe d. ID. DIS held their regular
meeting. Thursday night, at their
club rooms. in Brace avenue, n
completed plans for a dance which
will be held in the Western I'M
movement Association hall, in Brace
Avenue, on December Is. Dan
DIVERS orchestra will play for the
dancing. Tickets are out and may
he procured from any member OF
tie club. Following the business
session. a social time was enjoyed.
Perth Amboy evening news., 1923-11-24
Big X. of e. Minstrel
Closes with Success
Social and Dance
Wednesday Night

A Thanksgiving social and dance
is to be given at the Amboy Har-
mony club, on Wednesday evening,
under the direction of the Harmony
association Music for the occasion
will be furnished by Hollanders' or
chestra. and supper will be served
by a local caterer. A fine program
is being arranged by the committee
in charge consisting of William Var
os, Alex Melko, Harry S%orensen,
Alex Papp, Willis Mucha, Anthony
Fimlani and Julius Tonghini. Tick
cts for the affair may be procured
from any member of the club.
Perth Amboy evening news., 1923-11-24
BAH for sayreyiIle Man

Joseph Schultz of Prime avenue,
~Sayreville, was arraigned before
United States Commissioner today
on the charge of possession Of in
t~oxicating liquor. He was placed
under $1,000 bail for a hearing next
Saturday morning at 10 o'clock. Bail
was furnished by Frank A. Mathew
ski. :
Perth Amboy evening news., 1923-11-24
NOTICE tn cRrn,rops

julia G. Manton. executrix OF John ?.
Manton, deceased. by direction OF the SUI
rogate of the County of Middlesex, hereby
gives notice to tho creditors of the said
John J.. Manton to bring in their debts,
demands and Claims against the estate of
the said deceased. under oath or afirma-
ton, within six months from this date or
they will be forever barred of any action
therefor against the said executrix.
Dated, November 23, 1923.
JULIA G.. MANTON,
Executrix.
Perth Amboy evening news., 1923-11-24
Must Have NIirrors

Trenton, Nov. 24.-After appeal
ing to w. Irving Glover. of Bergen
county, now third assistant post
master general, at Washington, State
Motor Vehicle Commissioner Will
liam l.. Dill has succeeded fn having
an order made by the Post Office
Perth Amboy evening news., 1923-11-24
!. What size are abode brick

@, What size are abode bricks 4?
ID. r. r.
A. The sizes are usually 1Sx9x4
and 16x12x4. The larger mes are
used as headers; the others, as
various natural clays. The bricks
are nodded and baked by being turn
ed with alternate sides to the sun
day by day, for a week or two. When
sufficiently baked, they are stacked.
Perth Amboy evening news., 1923-11-24

Department, requiring all mail
trucks in New Jersey to be equipped
with rear-view mirors.