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New Britain herald., 1923-02-02
Registrars Meet to Alter
 Party Registration Lists

The registrars Of voters will be In session al the afiiee on the fourth lioor of City Hall today from noon 10 9 o'clock this evening and during the same hours one week from today for the purpose of changing the registra- ton of electors who wish to change rom one party to another. or 70 place on lhe primary lists of the two major parties those who so desire. Each year several hundred apply to be plae- ed on the primary lists.
New Britain herald., 1923-02-02
Bremen Complain of
 Noise by Policemen

As the result of a complaint made by firemen at headquarters on Com mereial street. members of the night police force have been instructed to refrain from loud talk when reporting at the police station. next door, when they come in for night lunch. The order to this effect was read last night by Lieutenant Bamforth. The firemen reported that their slumbers are frequently disturbed by the noise made by the police.
New Britain herald., 1923-02-02
WARD OFF GRIPPE

Get Fid of that cold quickly before fsy. sflsh conditions sst in and gea have 2 had ease of grippe. i.sonaTdi's Cough Syrup luIeasoIsal quickly s9olhes and heals lungs, stops irritation aud hrinss rsiisf iteyoa have . tight cough, bad cold, grippe or bronchitis get a bottle of Leen. afdi's Cough Syrup lGFe0sotedl and sard on more serious trouble. Fine for sho0p ing cough and eroup. The safe, sure and pleasant remedy that you can depend upon, Protect your children and your self. At your druggists.
 Sold by City Drus store.
New Britain herald., 1923-02-02

fair, and entertainment and vaudeville atll be furnished every night, A Die drum eerps contest will he held on The closing night and a large attend anee Is expected Dancing Nill be enjoyed every evening,
 Church 0I Our l.ady 0f Mercy,
 Today was observed as the feast Of the pnrifieation at the church Of Our Lady of Mercy and first Friday deY0- lions were held in conjunction with il, Candles were blessed ai the o'clock mass this morning. Tomorrow will be St, Rlaze's Day and mass will he celebrated at o'clock and services will be held in the evening at 1880, Threats will be blessed aiter both services.
 Athletic Meeting
 The recently elected officers of the two groups of hoys organized last Friday evening will be installed this evening in the Town hall, Secretary l.amberton of Hartford will bring a Hartford group here 10 conduct the work, Application blanks are in the hands of the officers and will be ae- eepted at any time,
 At the C0mmiinityA
 Although the popularity d the fri- day night prize contests has not waned in the least, the manager Of the Community theater has decided 10 give those who art not so nimble. a chance to win some of the prizes which are being offered there. and for that reason, an elimination dance will be held this evening. Even the poor est dancers will have an opportunity 10 win.
 Piain,ille Briefs.
 Pythian Lodge. Knights Of Pythias, will meet this evening in l. o. Q. r. hall.
 Clarence Roberts Of East street is abl to be out for n short time every day and his condition has much im- proved.
New Britain herald., 1923-02-02
PAGAN POSTMASTER
 FOR SEVEN YEARS Kensinston Official Now Serving Second Term in That Capacity R. 6. HURLBERT'S FUNERAL
Child Narrowly Escapes Injury-For- estcrs Hold Westinghouse Lyceum to Hold Debate in Near Future
 
 Other Items of Interest.

William w. Pagan of the Kensing- ton post office has completed seven wears as postmaster. Mir Pagan was nppointed in 1916 during the admin istration of Woodrow Wilson and suc- ceeded Miss Marjorie Moore in that capacity. Miss Moore, before her ap- pointment, was employed at the post office for several years.
 Mr. Pagan still has over a year to serve.
 Miss Margaret Flynn is an assist ant at the office. The village route is cared for by Charles Williams and the R. r. D. route by Hiram Hurl- lert Business at the post office is gradually increasing and its present rating is third class.
 Practically every person in Ken ,sington has now compiled with the order which came from the post office department through MT. Pagan, to have mail boxes installed on the houses. The carriers were instructed not to deliver mail to persons not complying with this order, but it was not necessary to take such steps.
 For the remainder of this week Charles Thomson, the Berlin rural carrier, is to deliver the rural mail in Kensington. MT. Hurlbert being ab- sent on account of the death of his rather.
 Robert c. Hurlbcrt
 The funeral of Robert c. Hurlbert, who died yesterday at his home in J2orlin af fhe ape of 72 wears will be held tomorrow afternoon at B. C.. Porter Sons funeral home on Court street, New Britain. The services win be held at o'clock. Rev. s. A. Fiske of the Berlin Congregational church
New Britain herald., 1923-02-02

Scouts will attend 6 meeting of their troop in Berlin this evening
 The new timetable which went into effect last Monday morning made one change on the branch road. The train which formerly left Middletown at 10:20 a. m. for Berlin now leaves at 9:55, arriving at East Berlin at 10:10 o'clock. or 20 minutes earlier than before the change.
New Britain herald., 1923-02-02
MAPLE HILL NEWS

The next meeting of the Woman's club of Maple Hill will be held at the home of Mrs. E. B. Proudman on | Frederick street Wednesday afternoon. | Miss Evelyn Sorrow, daughter of MT. and Mrs. Walter J. Sorrow was operated upon for appendicitis at the Hartford hospital Wednesday. The senior troop of the Maple Hill Girl Scouts will give supper next Friday evening. February 9, in the Newington chapel. Following the sup per an entertainment will be given.
 Miss Eleanore Walters of Newing- ton Center will enter the Hartford hospital Monday to train for a nurse.
 Mrs. Laurie Banford entertained at bridge Tuesday afternoon. The prizes were won by Mrs. William r. Stern- berg. Mrs. G. F. Root and Mrs. E. B. Proudman.
 Dr. and Mrs. A. s. Grant of Golf street have returned from a trip to Atlantic City.
 MT. and Mrs. D. K. Perry of Golf street are in Binghamton, N. r., at- tending the funeral of a relative.
 Raymond Halleran of Elm Hill is confined to his home with an attack of the grip.
 Miss Lucy Gorham, teacher at the | Center school, has resigned | to accept a position in the Fairfield schools.
 Mrs. Carl Nelson of Hilcrest ave- nue died at her home yesterday morn- ing of peritontis. Besides her hus- band she leaves four daughters.
 D. Howard Ibelle. of Elm Hill has has accepted position in the P. t& r. Corbin Co. office.
New Britain herald., 1923-02-02

Mildred Deley, Ruth Lewis and Ruth Usher.
 The moving pictures have been se- cured through the efforts Of Senator John II, Trumhull and will be shown under his direction,
 Following the entertainment. a social hour will he enjoyed during which time spelling match will be held between two teams. explained by Mildred Deloy and Ruth Usher. A large attendance is expected.
 Bowling Notes.
 Ten Of the best bowlers in Plain. vile will compete tonight on Hird and Murphy's alleys for places on the team which will be known as inc Plainyille Tigers, The contest will decide the five men who are to have a place on the team. The members will be chosen according to the high est i've in tonight's games. The Tigers will be organized and will issue challenge to any and all teams throughout the State.
 l. Q. Q. r. Notes.
 Seqnassen Lodge. l. 0. 0. F., met last evening in l. O. O. F. hall. It was decided to confer the first degree on n large class Of candidates at the meeting next Thursday evening, and for that purpose, all members of the lodge and especially of the degree team are asked to be present in the hall Sunday afternoon at 2 o'clock to rehearse the workings of the degree.
 Advent Church.
 Evangelist Glendenning preached an instructive sermon last night at the Advent church. taking as his text: Keep thy heart with all dili- gence, for out of it are the issues of life"
 The question boy will be used for the remainder of the campaign, and anyone who wishes to submit ques- tions pertaining to the Bible may do so by dropping in their queries. Evangelist Glendenning will answer them at a later date.
 Tonight Mill be junior choir night | in. the campaign, and a special pro- gram has been arrangd.
 To Open Bazaar.
 The Plainvile Fife and Drum Corps will open it's bazaar in Firemen's | hall in Forestville on February &. It will run for three days closing on Saturday night, February 10. Many novelties in the line of attractions have been secured for this years af-
New Britain herald., 1923-02-02
evening and supper si wassFly laI

evening and supper at MsfsFlS tha'
 Nicholas Medralh Of Eden avenue Is in New York on a business tFfp.
 Miss Mary GEogan of Cheshire ls the guest Of Mrs, William Meuee Of North Main street,
 Mrs, Adam seinle Of New Britain Is The guest of Mrs, N, E, Aedrath Of Eden avenue,
 Throais will be blessed at the mora ing and evening services in st, Thom- as church tomorrow.
 Nicholas Medrath Of Eden avenue lef today on a business trip to New York and New Jersey,
New Britain herald., 1923-02-02

The 18th lecture under the auspices of the Southington Grade Teachers club was given in the Lewis High school yesterday afternoon. The speaker was Miss Evelyn Seabrook, professor of elementary education at Yale university. She spoke on Read ing" Forty-eight teachers comprised the club. The members are planning a sleigh ride to Cheshire on Saturday
New Britain herald., 1923-02-02

1, Rugby football celebrates its cen-
 tenary this year.
New Britain herald., 1923-02-02
Plainyllle Briefs
SOUYHINGYON NEWS
Relief Board Receives Two Petitions -Grade Teachers Finish Course Notes of Interest

Two property owners appeared be- fore the board of relief at the first session held in the selectmen's office in the town hall yesterday, with com plaints about the high valuation of their property. The board will meet again in the selectmen's office on Thursday, February '. between 9 a. m. and p. m. and ' and $50 p. m.
New Britain herald., 1923-02-02
INDIGESTION I!
 STOMACH UPSET, ATE TOO MUCH
lnstantlyl Stop Gas, Sourness, Heartburn, Stomach Misery

Chew a few pleasant. harmless tab- lets of "Pape's Diapepsin" and your distressed stomach will feel fine at once.
 Correct yoi:r digestion and case your stomach for q few cents. Don't let your stomach keep you miserable! Druggists recommend it
New Britain herald., 1923-02-02

D. Howard Ibelle. of Elm Hill has has accepted a position in the P. tS r. Corbin Co. ofIice
New Britain herald., 1923-02-02

officiating. Burial will be in Maple cemetery, Berlin.
New Britain herald., 1923-02-02

The next meeting of the Woman's club of Maple Hill will be held at the home of Mrs. E. B. Proudman on Frederick street Wednesday afternoon.
Evening star., 1923-11-04
GIVES DANCE BANQUET.
Patriotic Order Americans Honors
National Officers.

A reception, banquet and dance was
rendered Friday night to the ma
tional officers of the Patriotic Order
of Americans resident In Washington
by Camp No. 2 of that organization
at their lodgerooms In Typographical
Temple, on G street northwest. =
Mrs. Minnie Flynn, prohibition
officer OF the District of Columbia po-
lice courts. recently elected past ma :
tional president of the. Patriotic Order
of Americans, and Mrs. Lillian Chest
nut. national, assistant vice president,
were the guests OF honor. More than
100 members OF the local organization,
accompanied by a large number OF
specially invited friends. attended and
took part in the reception.
Among the representatives from the
other local ibranches Of the order
present were District President Mrs.
Ella Barnhardt and Mrs May Schon-
enberg. The two guests of honor
were recipients of presents from the
local. Following the informal recep-
tion q banquet was served, followed
by dancing, in which a large number
of the younger set participated
Brief addresses. were made by Mrs.
Flynn and Mrs. Chestnut. IF
Evening star., 1923-11-04
Leading University Hepds Of us.
To See President Lewis Installed
Bishop Freeman to DeIiUe< Inuocntiol,
Thursday at Memorial dPntinentd
HaU-Tigert to Speak,

More than 160 college and university
presidents, deans, professors and dele
gates have accepted the invitation Of
George Washington University to be
present at the Inauguration of the new
president. William Mather Lewis, We'd
nesday at 4 pm. at Memorial Conti-
mental Hail.
Details of the Inauguration cere-
monies are completed, according to the
announcement Of Elmer. Louis Kayser,
secretary Of the university. John B.
Larner. president Of the board Of trus-
tees. will be the presiding officer.
The invocation viii be delivered by
Rt. Rev. James Edward Freeman.
Bishop of the District of Columbia.
The benediction will be delivered by
DR.. William s. Abernathy.
DR.. Tisert to Speak.
The principal address will be the
inaugural speech by President Lewis.
Livingston Farrand OF Cornell will de-
liver an address for the universities of
the United States. DR.. John ]. Tigert,
United States commissioner of educa-
Interests of the Federal Government" !"
For the university DIR. Howard Lincoln
Hodgkins, dean of the university, will
speak. Samuel Herrick, president of
the alumni association, wifi speak for
the alumni.
On Tuesday night at the University
Club the visiting delegates will be en-
tertained. Wednesday at noon Presi-
dent Coolidge will receive the delegates
at the White House. The Inauguration
ceremony begins at 4 p.m.' The dele
gates will be entertained at luncheon at
the Hotel Lafayette at / pm. After
| the inaugural ceremonies friends Of the
| welcomed at the New Willard.
President Lewis spoke before the
combined ParentTeacher Associations
of Trenton. N. j., last Thursday morn
Ing.
Singing Is Popular.
Chapel: exercises in Lisner Hall on
Mondays and Fridays are popular
Robert Lawrence directs the singing.
On Friday Rena Greenberg.s violinist,
tained. The usual vocational guidance
| talks will be continued on Mondays.
On Tuesday night at building No. s.,
under the auspices Of the Columbian
Women, John H. Hanna, vice president
and general manager of the Capital
Traction. will speak on Electric Rail-
way Operation" C. NJ. Marsh, CONNER
cial engineer of the Potomac Electric
Power Company. will talk on Light
ing. Both talks will be illustrated
and are open to the public
The Independent party which recent
Evening star., 1923-11-04
ELECTED TO HEAD
LEAGUEAT HOWARD
Mamie G.. Neale Is President of
University Woman's Club,
Formed in Spring.

Mamie G., Neale has been elected
president of the Howard University
Women's League, which was organ
ized last spring. under the guidance
of Dean Lucy D. Slowe. Aldena
windham iss first vice president;
Ethel Jones. second vice president:
Mary C. Johnson, recording secre-
tary, and Susie Brown. treasurer.
The second annual Howard4wom-
ems dinner will be held at the uni
versity Friday night at O'Clock.
President J. Stanley Durkee of the
university, will speak at the. first
vesper service of the school year
this afternoon at 4:30 o'clock.
VIII Guard Welfare.
The university recently appointed
Mrs. Carrie l.. Bowie as trained nurse
and room inspector. Mrs. Bowie will
look after the health and welfare
of the girls who live in the city as
we'll as the health of those living
in the dormitories.
Miss Dorothy Allen. executive Sec
retary of the Juvenile Protective AS
ISOLATION, spoke to all women in the
university at the regular chapel ex-
ercises Friday.
President Durkee had as his guests
at conference luncheon last week
the officers of the Student Coun,il
Robb, vice president; Miss Julia Hub
bard. recording secretary; Miss Joanna
r. Houston. corresponding secretary
and E. P. Lovett. chairman of the
social committee. The conference re.
lated to the more complete under
standing by the students Of the aims
and purposes of the administration
in, the devolpement of Howard and
the more complete understanding OF
the students point of view in the
development of the university.
Luncheon Held.
President Durkee and the board
of deans held a conference luncheon
last week to discuss the problems
of the university, including the more
careful supervision of the different
schools and departments of work an6
the more complete sharing of the
burdens of the administration by the
deans and faculty.
An address was delivered to the
student body on THE Human Side
of the Bible. With Costumes from
the Holy Land" by Mrs. Nanette
Paul, a practicing attorney of the
District, at the MONDAY chapel ex.
ercises Wednesday.
Evening star., 1923-11-04
TOPICS SCHEDULED
BY TEACHER BODY
Randall Junior High Faculty
to Hear E. R. Clarke
on Tuesday.

A schedule of topics of an educa-
tional nature for discussion by the
faculty Of the Randall Junior High
School was adopted at a recent meet
ing Of the teachers. E. r. Clarke
will talk on principles Underlying
the Teaching Process" at the faculty
meeting Tuesday.
Miss I. c. Williams, instructor in
French and English, has been trans
ferred temporarily to the Miner Nor
NAL School to fill the vacancy caused
by the assignment of Miss r. b.
Lane as executive secretary Of the
department of educational measure
ments and research. Miss Williams
will instruct normal classes In psy-
chology, having been granted the
masters degree in that subject at
Clark University. She has been sue
School by Miss Esther Butler.
Sales Increase Funds.
The department of research fund.
a quota of which was assigned to
Randall Junior High School, received
$50 from the classes in domestic art
and a similar amount from those In
domestic science. These funds were
secured through sale of chocolate and
luncheons. Additional amounts were
contributed through various forms Of
Halloween entertainment. A circus
was conducted by Mrs. Harriet Mar
SHALL Miss r. L. Kemp, as gypsy
queen. told the fortunes of the extra
credulous. Miss G. E. Sheffey fur
nished a musical and literary concert.
A majority Of the Randall Junior
High School students have formed
themselves into an athletic assecfa-
tion for the purchase of athletic ma
terial and for the general develop
ment of sports In connection with
the Public Schools Athletic League.
A review of the girls in uniform was
held on the Cardozo playground Fri
day and attracted much favorable
comment. Under the calisthenics de-
partment, milk and whole wheat
crackers are being supplied the un-
derweight children.
Prof. Kelly Miller of Howard Uni
versity, in connection with better
speech week. will address the as
School Friday. The aim of this work,
ward more adequate and effective eX-
preston, is recognized as most vital.
Mrs. NJ. H. Pfummer conducted her
classes to the Dunbar Theater last
week to witness presentation of "A
Tale of Two Cities" The class in
history is taking a bird's-eye view
of the French revolution as a back
ground for better understanding OF
American history. 1t is the purpose
of the history class to extend their
work in visual education.
Evening star., 1923-11-04

ly elected the Hate comprising the stu
dent council las begun drive fol
signers of stlSlent activities. Repre-
sentatives Of twenty nine organisations
the various activities as well as inde-
pendent organizations met at 1910 Mas
sachusetts avenue and outlined plans
for the drive.
Hear Casnpaign Explained.
Fred H. Wright, student council
member from Teachers College, j. G
Byars, Donalds Little and Waldo Gird
zation representatives were briefly
addressed by SBryan Morse. chairman
of the board vof managers, while the
plan for the sthdent activity drive was
outlined by ]. C.. Byars: J
The university is conducting tennis
tournament foIf men and women. which
will be concluoSed this week. Play has
reached the round before the semi i-hnal
More than a Hundred students partfci-
pated In the toslrnaments.
which is headesl by r. w. Wallace OF
Columbian College, has sent to presi
dent Lewis a lie yter pledging the support
of the council in the endowment cam
paign to be laulsched shortly.
The first meeting of the new council
chose r. w. wallace as president
Lester Johnson. manager OF basket ball
was elected vic2 president. and Daisy
Robson Of Col imbian: College, secre-
tary.
Comms tees Named.
Committees we're appointed as fol-
lows: Social-Fichard X. Mcpherson
chairman: Daisy Robsion and third
member to be appointed later. Election
Lester johnson, chairman; James
Davis and Miltsn Friedman. Publica-
tions-Fred Wright, chairman; Daisy
Robsion,, and Richard *. MCPHERSON
Athletics-Melvil.e Walker, chairman:
James Davis, Henry Seauist and Daisy
Robsion. EndoWment-Henry James,
chairman: Edward Scheufler and Leslie
French Other Committees will be ap-
pointed.
Robert ,LawreIsce, who is directing
the singing at chapel at the university
Is sending out a questionnaire to the
$500 students of the university, asking
II they are interested in the formation
Of a big university chorus and an or
chestra. 1t is believed that more than
500 can be grouped to form one Of the
largest universitF chOruses in the
country.
Authorization has been given for the
reorganization Of the District Of Column
bia coast artillery National Guard
Battery D Of this corps, as during the
world war. will beyformed of and COM
manded by univeriity men exclusively
All students or graduates who can pass
physical examination will be eligible
to join.
Walter w. Burn5. major. coast artil-
lery. o. r. T.. 214 Ouray building
Washington. is foI1ling the battery.
Evening star., 1923-11-04
FACULTY PLEDGES
SUPPORT TO DEAN
Reception Held for Miss Elizabeth
G. Harris Of Washington Col
lege Of Law.

The faculty Of the Washington Col
lege Of Law pledged it's support to
the new dean, Miss Elizabeth c. Har-
ris. at the initial meeting of the cur
rent scholastic year Thursday.
The junior class, held the election OF
officers Tuesday evening, with the
following result: President. Miss
Grace NJ Whelan; first vice president.
w. E. Hutchinson: second vice presi-
dent. Leslie Mcdaniel; secretary,
! Charles w. Peckham; treasurer.
Thomas H. King; representatives to
| the student council. Miss Kathryn
Schenkat and Earl A. Ruth; the ex-
ecutive committee. Miss Kathryn
| This class has the management Of the
annual banquet, the president being
| ex-officio the toastmistress.
The class also entertained at a Hal
freshmen at the college, The entire
| first floor was decorated in Hallow-
| cen style. The committee on arrange
ments and decorations included Miss
Susan T. Campbell, Mrs. Mary B. Lin
kins. Miss Grace Whelan. Miss Kath-
Charles w. Peckham and Robert w.
Keyser.
The entire student body joined Sat-
urday evening in a reception in hon or
of the retiring dean, Miss Emma M.
| Gillett, and the new dean. Miss Har-
| ris. The receiving line consisted of
the members Of the board of trustees
, in the city-Presfdent Stanton j. Peel
| lee, Chaplin Brown and Edwin c. Dut-
ton. The presidents of the Three
classes at the college represented the
| student body and DIR. Charles W.
Needham and Harry A. Hegarty rep
resented the faculty in the receiving
line. The honorary and first dean of
the college also assisted in receiving,
making complete the trio of three
woman deans, Mrs. Mussey having
served seventeen years and Miss Gill
lett ten years as deans of the Wash
| ington College of Law.