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New Britain herald., 1923-11-20

parlors of the Kensington Congrega- tional church, the subject for debate being. Resolved: That the United States Should Become Member of the World Court" For the affirma- tive, Rev. Carleton Hagen and Paul G. Baker For the negative, Charles B. Wright and George Griffith.
 Whist Tonight.
 The weekly whist of the T. A. B. society of Remington will be held this evening at the hall. Four chick ems will be given for prizes and there will be also the customary first and second prizes for the winners.
 East Berlin Items.
 The Progressive Reading circle will meet at the home of Mrs. William Noble in West Cromwell this eyen- ing.
 There will be the regular meeting of the Knights of Pythias society at their hall this evening ct the usual hour.
 The local members of the Girl Scout will attend meeting Of their troop in Berlin Wednesday afternoon.
 Mrs. Lena Bailey of Deep River is spending a few days as the guest of her sister, Mrs. William Nye, at her home on Main street.
 The monthly business meeting of the Epworth League was held at the Methodist church last evening.
 The ladies of the Methodist church will meet at the home of Mrs j.. M. Root on Main street Friday afternoon at 2:30 o'clock 10 sew They are making plans for a sale and fair to be held sometime next month.
 All those wishing 10 join the pool tournament are requested to meet at the club house Thursday evening to organize.
New Britain herald., 1923-11-20
cra,c of Hrrn Nrrlntcl

Near Brewersville. Ind. there is a cemetery which contains the grave. sadly negiected. of William Meservee. who died July C. 1850. at the age of 100 years and three months Mr. Mesrryee was a hero 0f the Revolu- tionarv War. served under General Washington and passed through the ordeal at Valley Forge. Ths neglect sd grave has been called ts the st- fention ef the Indiana Historical so- ciefv and tho Daughters { flle Ans eriesn Fscsolution in thr hope tha, something cau hs done to preserve ths burial place.
New Britain herald., 1923-11-20
EAST BERLIN NAN
 CLAIMED BY DEATH ]. |. Nye, One of Oldest Residents,
 Dies at Age of "A Years DEAD MAN IS IDENTIFIED
Mems Lyceum Has Interesting Debate; Next Onr Planned for December 70 --i,oy in Critical Condition--I A B. society Whist This E,cnng.

]. l.. Nye. ono of the oldest resi- dents of East Berlin, died at the homo of his son, W. H. Nyc. last evening. at the age of 7i years. He had been ill for about two mouths and had been in poor health for some time.
 Years ago Mir Nye was employed by tho Peek, Stow & Wilcox O., when that concern was in East Ber- lin. He was an cmploye of the com pany for many years. He has been liyina with his son and spending win- ters in Florida with his daughter, Mrs F. k. Clark -
 He leaves one son, W. II. Nye Of East Berlin, and one daughter Mrs. Clark. who now lives in Birmingham, Alabama. Two grandchildren Ruby 4. Nye Of East Berlin and Wilfred N. Clark of Birmingham, also survive.
 The funeral will be held from the home Of his son Thursday afternoon at 2.s0 o'clock Rev. A. c. Fuller will have charge of the service and burial will be in Wilcox cemetery. Identify Accident Victim. Identification of the man struck and killed early yesterday evening on the turnpike by an automobile driven by Leo Wilder Of Meriden was the re- suit of an investigation conducted yesterday by the state police. The man was William II. wickham Of go Adams street. East Hartford. John l.. Ermlng of the O. ]. C. gar- arge on the pike stated yesterday that he had seen the victim. before the accident, wandering along the road. The man was warned 10 keep out oft the road. and when asked where he was going, said he was on his way to Albany avenue, Hartford. The garageman directed him 10 Al- bany avenue, but instead the man turned and started down the pike in the direction of Berlin in spite of what Ehmig told him. Ehmig stated that he had tried to make the man turn about and go to Hartford.
 It was about four miles south of the garage that the accident occurred. Wilder had thrown on the brakes when he saw the man walk .n front Of The car, but one Of them did not work. it is said. and the car swung 10 the right striking the man.
 An automobile driven by N. Eaton of z5 Pennington avenue, Hartford, was pressed into service and the tic- tim was taken to the Hartford hos pital. but he died before reaching Hartford. Wilder had been arrested by the Eaie police and is being held In bonds of s5.0o0 for appearance in inc Berlin town court on technical charge of reckless driving. Novem- Der 2s.
 The dead man leaves son, Wil- liam R. wickbam. of East Hartford, and a sister. Miss Julia Wickham of. Hartford. The funeral will be held from his late home tomorrow after- noon at z.sB o'clock Rev. Niles F. snyder vfn officisse and burial will Dc in the Center cemetery, East Hart ford-
 n Critical Condition
 Martin sulak. years old. of Beck Iey. lies in critical condition in the New Bsitsin general hospital. ss a re snlt of being severely injured on ihe
New Britain herald., 1923-11-20
ALAS. HOW TRIF.

The chief trouble with increased earnings Is that they nearly always bring increased ysaTrngs.-Little Rock tArk.l Gazette.
New Britain herald., 1923-11-20

Garage for rent Inquire if9 Broad st or Tel Is-ls. Plaintills.- advt-
New Britain herald., 1923-11-20

Tor EsHt-Farnishe or unfur- uished rooms 141 we~ Main s,rest- Tel Ias.f4-adtt.
New Britain herald., 1923-11-20
soft Coal Troublesome.

Soft coal in the school bins Of the city Is proving great annoyance to the city officials and is keeping the fire department on the run, The igni- ton of the coal Is steady occurrence and according to coal men, very little can be done to prevent the fires. Be- cause Of this condition of affairs. the buying of anthracite to replace the soft coal will be considered by the city fathers at the council meeting on Thursday night.
New Britain herald., 1923-11-20
Divorce Hearing Today.

The divorce suit of Earl E. stewart against his wife, Mrs. cecelia Stewao was heard today in Hartford by Ref cree Judge Joel IL. Reed. Attorney James T. Mather appeared for Mir. Stewart, who asked for the custody Of the child born of the marriage while Mrs. stewart was represented by At- torney Stewart N. Dunning Of Hart ford
New Britain herald., 1923-11-20
Mhlidraws From IIr1n

Russell Wininger of the firm of Cunningham < Nininger. realtors, an- nounced this morning that he has been forced. on account Of ill health. 10 withdray from the firm. He recent " underwent a serious operation and hls health has not been Of the best
 of late. His plans for the future are indefinite. Ray Cunningham, bis
New Britain herald., 1923-11-20
In friti.nl clrhticn

Martin sulak. 2 vears old. of Beck
 |ley. lies in critical condition in ths |Sew Bsitsin general hospital. ss a re
 snlt of being severely injured on ihe |turnrike while on his say 10 school
New Britain herald., 1923-11-20
Maine Club Growing.

Although but an infant of few weeks. the recently organized Maine club has grown to io3 members. The club is composed of Maine people, who have taken mp their abode in this city and is steadily growing. The club will hold its next gathering on NoNemher a0
New Britain herald., 1923-11-20
Dr. Bouchner Injured.
Infant Dies.

The week-od son of Mir. and Mrs. Morton Hotchkiss of Putnam street died yesterday morning of infantile troubles, after a short illness. The funeral was held today and the burial took place in the West Cemetery.
New Britain herald., 1923-11-20
Reed, Football Coach.
will Close Mansion.

The famous estate of nrightwood, owned by Park Commissioner and Mrs. Albert F. Rockwell. will be closed next week for the winter sea- son in accordance with decision Of the owners to live at the Elm Tree Inn in Pennington during the cold months.
New Britain herald., 1923-11-20
Attending Funeral

A large number of Plainville people attended the funeral of William o'Meara on Pennington in that town this morning, Services were held in St. Patrick's church and burial was in St, Joseph's cemetery, Pennington avenue, Plainville. Mir. O'Meara was well known in Plainville whore he often visited
New Britain herald., 1923-11-20
aircting DceemHf II

The next meeting of Inc Mems Ly- ceum will bs held December 10 in the
New Britain herald., 1923-11-20
Dedication Undecided.

Dedication of the soldiers memo rial being erected on the Memorial Boulevard in honor of the local for mer ser,icemen, was not decided upon at the meeting of the memorial com nittee last night The event is ex- rected to be put off until the spring now. because of the chilly weather. Delay in the arrival Of the material prevented any exercises Of this char acter on Armistice dsv
New Britain herald., 1923-11-20
No Evening schools.

The evening school was closed last night because of the annual visiting day absence Of the instructors. The sessions will be resumed tonight and will be continued on Thursday and Friday nights. None of the public schools were in session yesterday.
New Britain herald., 1923-11-20
Successful Tntertainn,ent.

The Junior Sodality of the church of Our Lady of Mercy held very successful entertainment and dance in the Community theater last evening. Tho various numbers on the pro- gram wore received with much ap- plauso by the large audience which was present and the committee feels elated over the success which met it's efforts
New Britain herald., 1923-11-20
WatInr Funeral Tonlorron.

The funeral of Thomas Cotton Ma ther who died folIowing a long illness at the New Britain General hospital carly Sunday morning. viii be held tomorrow afternoon from the under taking Tarlors of W. A- Bailey < Co. with services in the Advent Christian church at 2 o'clock. Burial wii be in Harvintoh.
New Britain herald., 1923-11-20
Red Gross Drive.

Chairman John Lamb of the Plain- vile Red Cross committee stated this morning that returns from the sOlici- tors in charge of the drive in this town for members. were coming in very slowly although reports are 10 the effect that the canvass is pro- gressing satisfactorily. Mir. Lamb stated that he would not make report until the drive had progressed further and some or the teams Of Boy Scouts had made their reports. Some Of the boys who arc canvassing stat ed that they had nearly finished their assignments. but their captains would not report until all members Of the teams had completed their routes. Mf. Lamb said that he and the other members of the committee feel that the success which is meeting the drive tn New Britain and other places where last years quota has already heen exceeded although the drive is not yet over. will be reflected in plafUyjlie also.
New Britain herald., 1923-11-20
sL Aunc's Mbi=t

The weekly whist party will ee held on "Wednesday night al Red Mems hall under auspices Of the st. Jean de Haptist Union Of st Anne's church for the benefit Of the church building fund. The regular card program vii. I5e presented. after which dancing uiil take place from 70 o'clock until mid ninht.
New Britain herald., 1923-11-20
Memorial Bot s,alei.

The memorial bov or 1ea1eu caskat containing the names 0f the 1-5ba local former serticcmen and city ofiI- ciais has been placed in position in the base ot the new soldiers memo rial on the boulevard. The beK con- taiHs fhe complete records. deaiiag vfth fhe memorial. the dedication of which could not be held on Arrni- stice day becauss of tho failure Of the material for the monument to ar rive. The shaft is now in the rity and final work on the memorial is exracted to be oniy mstter of days
 sftss Guckeu In Cfsaree.
 Miss Eileen Gueksn of Center street Is Id charge of the payment of funds
New Britain herald., 1923-11-20
Plainyille Briefs

A daughter was born yesterday to MT. and Mrs. Philip Anatoli of Farm ington avenue. Mir. Anatoli is clerk in Neri Bros. store.
 Thomas Lippia of Unionville avenue has returned home from St. Francis hospital where he has been confined with typhoid fever.
New Britain herald., 1923-11-20
Nc-,rns Club Meets

A very successful meeting of the We-uns club was held last evening at the home of Miss Bernice Mitchell. The meeting next week will be held at the home of Mrs. Charles Phelps on Bunnell avenue. An invitation has been extended to all working girls in Plainyille to attend. Contrary to an impression which has been gaining ground in Plainvile, there is no re- strietion or exception to the girls who are eligible to join. Plans will be laid for the coming season at next weeks session
New Britain herald., 1923-11-20
Annnal Cllri.lmas eaIes.

The annual safe Of the ". II. & r. M. society Of the Advent church and the Ladies Aid society started this afternoon in W. l. Simpsons store on East Main street The com mittee was prepared 10 receive a large number Of visitors.
 The annual sale Of the Pythian Sisters will be held tomorrow after noon and evening in Prior's drug store. An unusual line Of articles will be offered to the public.
New Britain herald., 1923-11-20
BriStoI Briefs

4 son vas born yesterday at the st. Francis hospital in Hartford to Mr. and Mrs. Prank T. Chapin of West street
 sidney Wandie Of Laurel street Is recovering at the Bristol hospital from sU atIath Of appendicitis.
 Mise Phyiiis Waslty has resigned her post as secretary for the Bristol Tt.aifg Co
New Britain herald., 1923-11-20
ioxing Bouts Disappointing.

Because Of failure of the prin- oipal boxers to appear, as scheduled. the boxing program last night at the armory under auspices of Company l., c. N. G., proved great disappoint- ment. Only two bouts could be run off and the company management re- turned all tickets. which will be good at fistic entertainment which has been arranged for December 2. The company has been staging excellent boxing programs in the last few weeks so that the venture last night was Il severe shock to the manage ment and to the assembled fans.
New Britain herald., 1923-11-20
Football Dance Tonight

Another of the popular dances given by the All-Plainville football team will be held this evening in the Commun- ity theater. Because Of the large number of patrons who have been at tending the affairs regularly, the management has made a change in the orchestras, parry's orchestra, one of the best musical organizations in this section of the state has been engaged for this evening, and a larger crowd than ever is expected to attend.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-08-22
CR0WDER TO RETURN TO HIS POST IN CUBA
Status Of Question Has Undergone
 No Change

WASHINGTON. August 21.--Am- basSador Crowder, who is in Wash ington comforting with government officials on the Cuban situation, will return 10 his post in Havana, it was said today at the White House, as soon as he had taken rest after his arduous labors in Cuba as the personal representative of President Harding and later as the full- fledged diplomatic representative oI the United States.
 The status of the Cuban question was said by S White House spokes- man to have undergone no change
 HAVANA. Cuba, August 21.-The Platt amendment and the permanent treaty between the United States and Cuba has not been broadened Tn scope, 9 statement issued today by President Alfredo Zayas said. The statement was issued, the president said, to correct press reports that the documents had been amended through negotiations between the president of Cuba and General crow der while he was acting as speciaI representative of the American gov ernment in Cuba.
 General Crowder made recommen- dations to the CL ban government which were found to be valuable in correcting a 'deplorable and pitituI situation" which confronted the present administration when it came into the power, the statement added.
 At the same time the President wants to state" the statement con tinues:
 "That he does not feel any. alarm over the words attributed to- Presi- dent Coolidge nor afraid of the meet ings held by certain elements and has confidence in the good will of the Cuban people to go straight on the road of reconstruction.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-08-22
THOUSANDS SEEK CHILD
Parents Again Place Curringe
 Spot Baby Was Stolen

NEW YORK, August 21.-One hundred and sixty-five New York de- tectives. hundreds of taxicab drivers and thousands Of interested citizens tonight had searched in vain for Lil- Han Mex enzie, three months old, kid naped from her perambulator in front of a West 18th Street store Saturday.
 The New York police who have followed 100 useless trails were de- iuged with telephone calls from per- sons whose sympathies had been aroused at the distress of the baby's mother. and who communicated to the authorities what they deemed to be important cues.
 Desperate, the mother left her home this morning on lone hunt through the streets for her child. Relatives traced her wanderings and brought her home. There she fell into a semi coma.
 The baby carriage today again was placed in front of the store where the kidnapping had occurred, in the hope that the child might be re- stored. But the hope failed.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-08-22
NO HASTE IN NAMINGI MEXICAN AMBASSADOR
Hughes Has Not Yet Decided Upon
 Recognition

WASHINGTON, August 21-It was indicated at the White House today that there would be no haste in ap- pointing an ambassador to Mexico if resumption of diplomatic relations were decided on. As outlined by 8 White House spokesman, the situa- tion is a follows:
 Should Secretary Hughes recon mend to President Coolidge that the United States resume relations with the Mexican government, that recom- mendation unQuestionably would be approved by the chief executive. The first step would be the appoint ment of 9 charge d'affaires to repre- sent the United States in Mexico City.
 White House officials expect MT. Hughes to submit a definite recom- mendation when he has completed the study now being made at the state department. It is now being felt that with the appointment of a charge d'affaires it will be possible to resume diplomatic relations at once and should give the adminstra- titn her ample time to select and ap- point an ambaSSadOT.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-08-22
SOUTHERN ALABAMA
 PHYSICIANS MEET
Barbecue Is One Of Enjoyable Fea-
 lures Of Troy Session

TROY Ala. August 21.--(Special Leased Wire.)-The first meeting of the southeastern division of the Alabama Medical society was held at Fleming's Mill Tuesday. phy- sicians being present from all over south Alabama. One of the enjoyable features was a barbecue which was served at non and was prepared by specialists from Coffee county Mrs. Charles Henderson, wife of former Governor Henderson, added much to the pleasure of the meeting by read ing Way Down South in Dixie"
 Officers of the association are: pr. J. M. Watkins of Troy, president; Dr. W. A. Stanley, Enterprise, vice president; Dr. w. A. Lewis, Enter prise, secretary treasurer.
 The welcome address was delivered by pr. w. c. Braswell of Eiba and the response was made by Dr. $. w. Welch of Montgomery. Among the prominent physicians giving talks were Dr. Scale Harris of Brming- ham, pr. Brannon Hubbard of Mont gomery, Dr A. s. Frazier of Dothan. Dr. w. w. Harper of Selma, pr. Carol w. Allen of New Orleans, pr. M A. Fort of Atlanta, Dr. w. J. Love of Opelika, and Dr. o, N. Edge of Troy.
 Congressman J. Lister Hill made an address on The Physician"
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-08-22
TO VISIT CHURCHES
Baptist Association To Conduct Tour
 Of Hale And Perry Counties

MARION, Ala. August 21.-(Spe- cial) )-The Cahaba Baptist associa- ton. made up of the Baptist churches Tn Hale and Perry counties, will con- duet an automobile tour during the week. visiting the churches in the bounds Of the association and mak- ing addresses at each of the churches on church work and meth ods. Rev. J. A. MCCrary of Marion is chairman of one group, which will visit Pine Flat, Oakmulgee, Con cord, Pisgah and Medline churches. Speakers in this group will consist of Judge w T. Harris, Miss Olivette SuttIes Mrs J. M, Bates. W. B. Alexander and Rev J. A McCrary. M B. Mabson of Marion will accom- pany the speakers, to lead the sing ing. At the same time, Rev. J. V. Dickinson of Uniontown will head another delegation that will visit Hopewel Mars Hill and Newborn churches,
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-08-22
CRIPPLE IS BURNED

HOT SPRINGS, Ark. August 21.- George Beasley, 55. cripple, is dead. and Richard Sheldrick, cafe employe, is painfully burned. as a result of a fire of undetermined origin which destroyed the Campbell House, a 3S- room hotel on Pleasant street, early today.
 origin, broke out at a negro rooming house less than two blocks from the Campbell House and while the fire ct the latter was at it's height. The property loss as a result of the two fires Is estimated at s20,000.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-08-22
OFFICIAL IS ACCUSED
Charged With Alleged Deficit In
 Banks Account

ST. LOUIS, August 21.-(By Asso- ciated Press. )-Donald Ross, former deputy state finance commissioner, is charged with an alleged deficit of S167,762.s7 in his accounts as liquid ation officer of the defunct Night and Dav bany, in report to state com missioner of Finance Millspaugh here today by Haskins an1 Sells, certified public accountants, who investigated Ross accounts.
 Total assets of the bank were $2.647,707.14 when Ross took over the affairs of the institution, ac- cording to the reports which stated that only S2,479,94417 could be acz counted for by Ross, the difference being the deficit.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-08-22
KU kLUX MEMBERS
 APPEAR ON STREETS
Knights in Full Regalia Pass Out HandbilIs on Park Meeting

In full regalia, members of the Knights of Ku l<lux Klan were sta- toned along Twentieth street late Tuesday afternoon. distributing cir culars. advertising meeting at Woodrow Wilson bark, to pedestrians. The men gave each passerby a bill, which announced that pr. G. I. Griffin would speak on the question--"Are the Laws of Our Land Adequate? If So, Do We Need the Ku KluX Klan Q"
 The Klansmen stood silent, but because of the heavy wind, were kept busy keeping the hood over their faces. Hundreds of persons stopped, many of whom were dumbfounded at the appearance of Knights in public.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-08-22
COOLIDGE REASONABLE

WASHINGTON, August 21.-Presi- dent Coolidge told White House visi- tors today that he had decided to adopt a reasonable" attitude in the matter of clemency for war law vio- lators, but that he recognized that some of those still imprisoned were only receiving just punishment for the crimes of which they were con- Victed.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-08-22
RAIN STOPS FLIGHT

DAYTON, O., August 21.-(By As socfated Press. )-Rain late today in- terfered with the scheduled premier flight of the worlds largest airplane, the Barling bomber which was to have hopped off at Wilbur Wright field, near here at 6 o'clock this evening.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-08-22
RETURNS TO TEXAS

MT and Mrs. Perry Blackburn and Misses Elizabeth and Annaletta Blackburn of Amarillo, Texas, who have been visiting in their old home at Marion, left this morning for Amarillo. They will make this trip in an automobile. MT. and Mrs Earl Hanna and Misses Virginia and Lfl- Han Moore will go with them as far as Lexington, Miss, also making the trip by auto.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-08-22
DEATH TOLL IS SEVEN
Five American And Two FrenehmeH
 Die In Accident

NICE, August 21.-(By Associated Press.)-The toll in the bus accident on the Nice Evian road yesterday reached seven tonight. with the death of Joubart, the mechanician.
 The sightseeing bus in which a party of Americans was travelling plunged through a parapet on the road between Nice and Evian and fell into the Var river.
 Those killed besides Joubart were the Rev. Hiram Grant Person and Mrs. Person of Newton, Mass: Mrs. Alexander Sondheimer of Muskogee Okla. Mrs D. s. White of Washing ton, D. C.; Charles H. Gray of Gar diner, Me. and Louis Vallerino, . French chauffeur