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New Britain herald., 1925-09-03
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
 BY THE CITY

What is started is one story; what is finished is another. Tn city government the difference very fre- quontly is striking.
 Matters ara projected into the purvinw of thc Common Council discussed, dohatcd, committees ap- pointed; sometimes hearings held; at any rate, more discussion. And then-mayhe action, maybe no ac- tion.
 Sometimes the thing debated and discussed dies such a natural death that 1t looks almost human.
 For instance;
 There vas the subject of a police woman We have the memory Of the discussion but not the police woman.
 And the question Of re-routing trucks away from the main thor oughfares. This matter may not yet he dead; but It isn't being heard from. That usually is the way to kill perfectly good t1oa - let Ii drop.
 Then the subject of part-time Sunday closing. The discussion be- came quite acrid; the Chamber of Commerce and the mayor had a few rounds about it since which time il has been placed on the dusty top shelf along with other broken china.
 There was the matter of an aNia- ton field. The subject furnished enough air 10 float a few airplanes, but that was about all.
 And the war memorial Nothing definite as yet has been done and it is hoped the matter hasn't been dropped Architects are still inter ested in it.
 And inc proposed waiting station down near the Center. Nothing has come of this because of a lack Of agreement The plan 10 phi it on the triangle didn't sit right with many who want that to he a park,
 Then the matter af 1deEalk dis
New Britain herald., 1925-09-03
If Other Things Were Sold Like
 Automobiles

Conceived by John Benda)
 You say these tomatoes are 5 cents each, sir?"
 Exactly cents each. That is, f, 0. b, our main warehouse. The freight makes them cents a pound more, so this tomato will cost you ' cents"
 "Then ' cents is the price""
 "Yes, cents. sir. The tax comes to an even penny, making the total s cents. Aren't they a bargain?"
 well, wrap me up one of those red ones."
 Aren't they beauties? The ones with the red finish. are known as the sport model tomato-price 1 cent extra. It's like buying a new to- nlato at used tomato price, sir"
 "Then the red tomatoes are 3 cents'"
 "Yes. or roughly, say, to cents without accessories, of course"
 What's the cheapest price you'll sell for?"
 "Twelve cents each sir"
 "WeU, I don't think l want any today"
 "You're making a great mistake. Just say so, and I'll have a man look over your old tomato and make YOU a liberal allowance on it-1 cent possibly. And, if you're really not in the market for new tomato, why not look over one of our mechan- icany perfect used tomatoes, sir"
New Britain herald., 1925-09-03
rylnE out of the plan.

rying out of the plan.
 The Dawes plan has placed Ger
 many on Its feet, and thereby has
 helped the other nations who have
 been depending upon stability. That has been It's most important achievement so far. It Is only neces- sary to compare the stabilized con- ditions in Europe today with the Generalization that existed before the Dawes plan was adopted to realize that the plan has worked well.
 Before permanent reform Of the German currency was effected fin October, 1924. the German govern ment had outstanding 1,520,b1o,- 65S,712,271,ooo,ooo paper marks. It Is left to anyone to guess how much one was worth. Those Americans who speculated in them realize how little they were worth at the finish. But today the German reichsmark Is worth 2s.s cents each.
 The German budget and mone- tary system having been stabilized by the Dawes plan the most im- mediate need will be an improve ment In the German economic posi- ton. German business and industry are still passing through 6 stage of readjustment and liquidation. and many cross-currents are operating. The Shines difficulty is a sample of some of the liquidation under way. The nations foreign trade statistics show that between Nov l, 1923, and May. 1925. there was an excess of exports over imports during only four months, and in each such month the excess was very small; in most of the other months the excess of imports was very large.
 This is the economic condition after the first year of the Dawes plan; but it Is no criterion that it | will remain in that condition. The chief difficulty today Is working capital, and this will need time to accumulate. Upon Germany's ability | to "get from under" in an eco- homie sense will depend the future of the Dawes plan; she will have to build up such trade balances as alone will make eventual payments of the annuities possible. It there fore can be regarded as being too early to judge the ultimate working of the Dawes plan; the first three years will be the easiest.
New Britain herald., 1925-09-03

provision for the Organized Re- serves including the officers Re- serve corps and the Enlisted Re- serve corps. Both of these acts were an effort to provide more adequately for the national defense.
 Q. How may geraniums be pro- pagated'
 A. They may be propagated by sowing seeds in a hotbod. but for ordinary garden purposes { h e method of raising plants from cut tings is generally preferred. The best time to take cuttings is when the plants have ceased towering and they may be successfully struck In a propagating house or frame, using pure loam mixed with sand and lightly pressed into small pots, well drained with potsherds. Side shoots, which have not flow cred. cut close 10 the stem. are considered the best cuttings. Nip ping off the tops of the buds will produce symmetrical bushy growth.
 Q. Where is the largest forest reserve in the United States?
 A. In the state of Washington on the western slope of the noun tains, and while 1t is practically one continuous forest it is divided into several areas for the purpose of ad- ministration.
 Q. Is the navy accepting any en- list ments at the present time?
 A. No. and probably will not for a month.
New Britain herald., 1925-09-03
LOSS OF SHENANDOAH
 SHOCKS NATION

The nation is shocked today with the calamity that came to the 6irigible Shenandoah while passing over Ohio. The massive airship, which New Britainites once had the thrill of seeing pass over the city, Erumpled and crashed to the ground.
 The Shenandoah was the first dirigible built by the government and the nation was justified in talk ing pride in its performances. Its long trips had been taken with an ease that created confidence In the vessel. It had passed through numerous storms unscathed. With right the great airship had been re- garded as an American triumph of Reronautical skill.
 But dirigibles, like alrpanes, have fallen before. Both Britain and France went through the experi- ence of losing thls type of air ves- sel and several were lost by Ger many exclusive of those shot down during the war, especially during the years of experimentation.
 The distinctive American contri- button to the safety of dirigibles lay in the use of helium instead of hy- drogen gas. The Shenandoah's gas chambers were filled with helium.
 In theory a huge dirigible Is built upon pretty safe lines. The gas bags are stretched over frame of aluminium, and inside are parti- tions of aluminium which divide it into gas-tight compartments. Any one of these compartments may be punctured without causing the air ship to fall. But careful as these calculations may be, they do not take into account the possibility of a general breakup due to a heavy wind; to avoid such a possibility the framework must be strong enough to withstand the strain.
 The loss of the Shenandoah, of course, will not discourage the gov- ernment in the construction of these air monsters. When the reason for the disaster is fully known future construction will guard against any weakness that might have con- tributed 10 the tragedy.
New Britain herald., 1925-09-03

course of the Oakmont Country club is expected 10 center upon clash between the former champions of the event, Jess W. Guilford, of Boston and the runnerup to Jones 8 year ago at Merton. George Von Elm, of Los Angeles.
 The champion advanced to this round by an easy conquest of the former Metropolitan amateur cham pion Bill Reekie of Montclair, N. J.. II and 10, while Wolff, gained his opportunity by leaving Fred W. Knight of Philadelphia behind and 1 after q brilliant uphill battle. Guilford eliminated Eddie Held, little cologian from St. Louis and Champion of several events 7 and 5 because Guilford was the Siege gun" of old--hitting powerfully and producing almost uncanny ap- breaches.
 Von Elm, the Pacific coast star, who is the favorite of many but who on account of the draw, will not face Jones again the finals caught tartar in the person of little Jimmie Manion of St. Louis. Manion fighting all the way, failed to gain the lead at any stage, but Won Elm's margin was only and 2.
 In the upper half of the bracket the favorite is Jess Sweetser. former Yale star and national champion. who gained back a great amount of confidence lost in mediocre showings by winning the Metropolitan anna teur championship this year. Sweet ser downed the veteran of Pitts burgh William c. Fownew. Jr., 5 and 5. Today he meets the young ster, Watts Gum of Atlanta, who yesterday in his victorious match with Vincent Bradford of Patterson Heights, Pa, set a world record in the matter of successive hole con- quests with IS straight victory, Gum was three under par for the IS, his immense showing coming after he was two down in the first nlne or the morning,
 The other match will bring to- sether the California university lad. Lauren Upson of Sacramento, ands Dick Jones of White Plains, N. Y, who recorded one of the opening match days feats by eliminating the medalist, Roland Mackenzie, of W9Sh;ngton D C Narkenzte's de feat by ? np provided the only upset of the day, Upson won over Jack Mackie, Jr,, of Inwood, N. Y. New York state champion. 1 and 5.
New Britain herald., 1925-09-03
Observation On The Weather

Washington, Sept. S,-Forecast for Southern New England; Show CTS tonight, Friday fair; slightly warmer tonight in south portion, Fresh east winds and southeast, shifting to southwest.
 Forecast for eastern New York: Showers this afternoon and clear ing tonight; slightly warmer in south portion; Friday fair, cooler in north portion; fresh southwest and west winds,
 Conditions: The disturbance which was central over Minnesota yesterday morning has moved rapid ly eastward and is now central over Lake Erie. It is causing unsettled, shoWery weather from Michigan eastward to the coast and as far south as Virginia. It will probably pass out the St, Lawrence valley to- night Pleasant weather prevails this morning in the southern and western districts. The temperature is above normal in the northern sec tions.
 Conditions favor for this vicinity unsettled weather followed by fair and not much change in tempera- ture.
New Britain herald., 1925-09-03
FAIRyIEW STREET LEASE.

Arthur R. Swanson has leased from the General Realty company for 10 years property on Fairview street. He plans. to enter the coal, wood, grain and feed business, The lease dates from May 1, 1925, at the monthly rental of s25 the first year; $50 the second year and S75 during the next three years, and si0o for the remainder of the term of the lease. Mir. Swanson has been in busi- ness in Christian Lane for the past feR YsAxA
New Britain herald., 1925-09-03
TOO EARLY TO JUDGE THE DAWES PLAN

A year ago the Dawes plan went into effect. after much favorable comment that 1t would be pan acea for troubled European condi- tions. Everybody meaning all the important nations strongly favored 1t as a means of bringing order out Of European financial chaos.
 During the first year of it's ap- plication the plan has worked per fectly. Everybody appears satisfied. even the majority opinion in Ger many, which nation the plan most seriously affects.
 The Dawes plan stands at the foundation of the debt funding operations that have been under way and are planned. The increased confidence which the Dawes plan has engendercd is enabling Europe 10 return to more stable economic conditions.
 The tramers of the plan empha sized the necessity of laying as little a burden as possible upon the Ger man government during the first three years of the plan in order to permit the Berlin government to get it's house in order. Consequent ly. during the first year of the plan the German government has made no contribution to the Dawes an nuity, but the first annuity has been provided ont of the proceeds of the German external loan and out of interest paid ny the rail- roads upon their bonds.
 It therefore would be improper 10 draw conclusions as 10 the ulti- mate success of the Dawes plan from the results of the first year. And it should not be overlooked that even if in future years the German government Is able to de- liver 10 the agent general a suf- ficiency Of gold marks for each an- nuity, only half of the problem will have been met. The greater prob lem will consist in getting tn money ont of Germany without up- setting the exchange rate and thus creating financial difficulties for all concerned.
 Germany will not only have to balance its budget, which is heavily burdened with separations pay ments. but Inc German people will need 10 build up foreign balances to protect the exchange rates when payments are made to the transfer committee.
 Changes in government beyond the Rhine. of course, may make a difference during some years, but those in a position to judge say such changes would very likely only he temporary. as 1t is believed probable that no new administra- ton will refuse to support the car
New Britain herald., 1925-09-03
PAGE THE DEMOCRATS TO PAY THAT S5,OOO

Edward NJ. Yeomans, chairman of the Democratic state central committee, has had something on his mind a mere $5,000 note. Mir, Yeomans, who will soon take his seat upon the Superior court bench, would like to have that little note cleared away before he dons the ermine; if he doesn't 1t may in- terfere with the consideration of Jones vs. Smith, or Trobalozki vs, Mazikalowski.
 The money is owed by the com mttee on a note, but, as the Wa terbury American remarked, 'it is very hard to raise money with which to pay for dead horses"
 Party leaders have started a drive to get the money. It is hoped to raise the $5,000 in time to re- lieye MT. Yeomans of his anxiety before he becomes Judge Yeomans.
 It appears that the note was signed by several Democratic party leaders, including Treasurer Holt, Secretary Lynch of the state com- mittee. Thomas J, Spellacy, Mayor FitzGerald and few others. The money was used in the fight for Brandegee's seat Hamilton Holt, candidate for the office, did not sign the note,
 One of the weak points about the Democratic party in this state is its lack of money. The Republican party seems to have all 1t needs.
New Britain herald., 1925-09-03
Babe Ruth having apologized for his remarks. he now probably is ready to hug Higgins.

That bicycle rider who at the age of II pedalled from New Jersey to St. Louis attributed his activity to lack of worry, the result of single blessedness." But there Is also something 10 he said over not worrying about the price of gas and balloon tires,
New Britain herald., 1925-09-03

plays of fruit. The displays are stil
 with us.
 The need for park in the nftf ward has been hot topic at times Only recently park in the ward was nearly upon the point of being secured, but there was the usual difficulty about finishing what was started,
 Some of these things remind one of the rent committee during the Curtis administration. Everybody having complaints to make about rent were to report to the commit tee, and surcease Of sorrow was to be on tap. Just when, how and why the grand idea died Is a matter of dispute; there were no flowers at the funeral.
 The mayor suggested plans be taken for the creation of q new park lon the mountain between Shuttle Meadow and the crest over- looking Plainville and southington. :" The busy Council never even hesi- tated long enough to take up the matter.
 Similar inaction followed th e suggestion from the same source to install modern bookkeeping meth- ods in the city hall.
 The same result came to the sug- gestion to provide for an annual outside audit of the city's books, in addition to that by the comptroller.
 The necessity to curb and regu- late the gasoline filling station situation elicited considerable com ment last spring. The problem" Is about where 1t was when 1t was first discovered.
 And just about the time a com mlttee was appointed to "investi- gate" the prices of gasoline the prices slipped and the committee has been unable to agree upon a chairman. No action of any kind can be expected Merely one more committee went to waste.
 Several times there was council manic talk about the advisability of the city collecting garbage, instead of permitting contractors to do 1t. Such talk has always been very in- teresting and several times it looked as If there might be some thing done about 1t.
 One of the most recent council manic efforts suggested was to eliminate" sidewalk showcases, such as clutter up the entrances 10 some stores even to this late day. Precedents are against anything occurring about 1t.
 The foregoing list of inactivities come to mind without research labor In newspaper files. Perhaps there are some important inactivi- ties that have been overlooked. The list, however, may be fairly complete and should prove to any ones satisfaction that the trick of finishing what has been started is vet far from having been mastered.
New Britain herald., 1925-09-03
JUNE CUTLERY EXPORTS
 HAD VALUE OF S94,5SO
Germany Takes 3s, l66 Razors and Sweden H3,I72-Shipments to
 24 Countries in Month,
RY GEOKGE u. MANNING

(Washugton Bureau oi \ Heraldl
 Washington, D. C., Sept SIX ports of cutlery during June totaled S94,SS0, Department of. Commerce figures show, being divided into 62.574 razors valued at $1S,941, 141,404 scissors and shears valued at $25,107 SoS,04S knives valued at $17,os5, and 100,315 pieces of other cutlery valued at s29,447.
 Most of the razors went to Ger many, which took 35,465, and swe- den, which took 23.472. Germany also took most of the scissors and shears, 130,519 in all. France taking 5,143.
 A total of 2GS,G96 knives went to Germany in June, Czccho- -Sloyakia taking 42.240. Other cutlery was dis tributed throughout more than two dozen countries in all parts of the world in June.
New Britain herald., 1925-09-03

No suitable place having been found for the removal of the East Main and Main street markets, can it be that the Center has been over looked? With trolley cars, jitney busses and shoe shine boys all con- centrated at the Center, the market would about complete the picture.
New Britain herald., 1925-09-03
JONES AND WOLFF
 PLAY GOLF TODAY
Interest Of Gallery Centers on
 GuilfOrd-VOn Elm Match

Oakmont, Pa. Sept. 3 R)--Ro obert Tyre (Bobby) Jones, the champion. meets Clarence Wolff, of Sappington, Mo, in the round before the semi finals of the National Amateur golf championship today. but the interest of the gallery which has assumed almost unWieldy proportions on the
New Britain herald., 1925-09-03
The Canny Scot

Hahn" McCutcheon wanted to find out just how much weight he gained after a meal, but he didn't want to spend ? cents to weigh himself twice"
 Peet--"What did he do?" Hahn-"He bought some sand wiches and ate them on the scales. "
 --Gertrude
New Britain herald., 1925-09-03
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 MaXSON hxltALE JLDux
MXS0N hxlEALL Jtlux

Let's Hope for the Best, Folks. When the bathing seasons over and
 the suits are gathered in, Let's hope with all our hearts, folks,
 that the moths and all their kin Will not see fit to add them to their
 daily bill of fare,
 For the suits we've seen this summer
 had so little cloth to spare!
New Britain herald., 1925-09-03
From Our Children's Garden of

HTsAHs
 Herbert. aged 8, answered a ques- ton of his teachers one day by say ing yep" for yes.
 The teacher handed him die tionary and told him 10 see if he could find the word yep" After allowing him what she thought sufficient time to find the word the teacher inquired; Well, did you find the word 'yep'?' Looking at her in puzzled man ner. Herbert replied; Nope"
 Mrs. M H. Reedy.
New Britain herald., 1925-09-03

Member Audit Bureau of Circulation. The <, B. c. is national organization which furnishes newspapers and adver. tiseN Nth a strictly honest analyss of circulation. Our circulation statistics are based upon this audit. This insures protection against fraud in newspaper distribution figures to both national and local advertisers.
New Britain herald., 1925-09-03

If this practice of automobiles pumping into buildings in Berlin continues 1t may be necessary to provide rubber walls. Or 10 con- struct meats around the buildings.
New Britain herald., 1925-09-03

The Waterbury Republican wants an explanation of the statement of the Connecticut Milk Producers as- sociation that the price of milk was raised "because of the drought"
New Britain herald., 1925-09-03

at the nickel, "a mighty big snorer gives a mighty small tip" Copyright. 1925. Reproduction
 Forbiddenl
New Britain herald., 1925-09-03

The sacrifice was a regular fea- ture of gala days ages ago, and that may explain the feeling to- ward umpires.
New Britain herald., 1925-09-03
Tasy Dish

Mrs. Grinnell-"Wherc is the lemon creme that use for my com pleMon?"
 Cook-"Goodness mum, I must have made mistake! I made lemon pie out of iti"
 --Muriei Osterheld.
New Britain herald., 1925-09-03
stemher of the Associated press,

The Associated Press h exclusively en. titled to tn use for republication of all news credited to it or not otherwise credited in this paper and also local news published hsSein.
New Britain herald., 1925-09-03

England can pay through her monopoly of rubber, but poor France hasn't even a monopoly of naughty books any more.
New Britain herald., 1925-09-03

A paciist is a man who knows what he'll speculate in tho next time there Is a war.
New Britain herald., 1925-09-03
CAME POSTPONED

Philadelphia, Sept. 3. LP-New York fNationan Philadelphia game postponed; rain. Will be played October 2.
New Britain herald., 1925-09-03

Every man has a right to be an agnostic; but no man has right to be proud of his lack of under standing.
New Britain herald., 1925-09-03

Perhaps home made beer lost popularity because people didn't know where to place the decimal.
New Britain herald., 1925-09-03

man doesn't long for the good old days; he just longs for the good old ability to enjoy them.
New Britain herald., 1925-09-03

The Herald is on sale daily in New York at Hotalins's New Stand. Times Square: schultz's News Stand. Entrance Grand Central. 42nd street.
New Britain herald., 1925-09-03

It must be a pleasant experience to visit traffic cops home and see him get bossed around.
New Britain herald., 1925-09-03

The final test of will-power and moral courage is refusal to sign petition.
New Britain herald., 1925-09-03
Why Men Swear

MT Jennings--"Mary, I wish you'd come and clean your eyebrows out of my safety razor."
New Britain herald., 1925-09-03

It would be interesting to come back a thousand years from now and see what then is called heresy.
New Britain herald., 1925-09-03

Doubtless the modern language cranks would change Well done, good and faithful servant to Alta boy"
New Britain herald., 1925-09-03

If the fiction characters cuss, It's a high-brow magazine.
New Britain herald., 1925-09-03

Che only profitable advertising medium in, the City. Circulation books and press room always open to advertisera
New Britain herald., 1925-09-03
New Britain Herald
HERALD PUBLISHING COMPANY

Issued Daily Sunday Exeepted) At Herald Bldg e Church Street
New Britain herald., 1925-09-03

This is a poser: but probably the drought in Georgia and Texas was meant.
New Britain herald., 1925-09-03

About the only way 10 get smiles from everybody is 10 be Santa Claus or a paying teller.
New Britain herald., 1925-09-03

Everything has drawbacks. Tn prosperity there are more taxes to dodge.
New Britain herald., 1925-09-03
Where VIII If Gn

WIIUTV VIII IL TO Rev Hurst-"The meek will in- hcrit the earth"
 MT. Henry Peck-"Yes, but the women that made them meek will take 1t away from them"