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New Britain herald., 1926-10-13

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New Britain herald., 1926-10-13
HARTFORD STOCK EXCHANGE
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RoiIrcol stocks.
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 Banks and Trust Companies.

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New Britain herald., 1926-10-13
Life Indemnity and Other
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New Britain herald., 1926-02-19

morning,
 Forecast for Southern New Eng. land: Rain. probably changing 10 light snow this afternoon or tonight. much colder tonight Saturday fair, colder in east portion. northwest gales on the coast, diminishing by Saturday.
 Forecast for Eastern New York: Generally fair and much colder to. night' Saturday fair and continued cloudy: northwest gales on thu coast. diminishing by Saturday,
 Conditions; The southwestern storm now overspreads the entire Atlantic seaboart section this morn. ing from Maino 10 Florida. l. las caused heavy showers in the soulh Atlantic states and light 10 modpr- ate rains in middle anu north Allan. tic districts with snow in tho Ohio valley and also in Missouri and Ten. neSScc. The western area of high pressure moved southeustward to Texas, producing lower temperatures over tho Plains states and eastward to the Appalachian regions and the lower lakes sections. Sub.2rru temperatures continue along tho Canadian shores of Lake Superior and northeastern Missouri.
 Conditions favor for this vicinity rain followed by clearing and colder.
 Warnings for high winds are dis played on the coast.
New Britain herald., 1926-02-19
PROMOTING PERH.S

Oliver Morosco. theatrical and motion picture producer, who went into voluntary bankruptcy. planes certain associates for his financial troubles; and in this he is borne out by the federal receiver of his properties.
 IL appears that sundry promoters of "Morosco Town" which was to be a sort Of second Hollywood, utilized tidy sums of money to pro- mote the scheme without the knowledge Of the producer. From this it appears that oil wells and Florida land are not the only in- dustries in which promotion is cx- pensive enough to cause hank ruptcy, either for the promoters or the fellows whose money is pro- noted from one pocket 10 another.
 The motion picture industry yields large profits when success full; and also easily yields red ink on the ledgers if unsuccessful.
 We do not think Oliver Morosco will be "broNc" for long, His we'll established reputation is based upon achievements and he can continue to achieve when he gets through with the present little difficulty,
New Britain herald., 1926-02-19
BLAMING THE, PRESS

The Earl Of Craven, in broad. casting interviews about the difi. culty of tho Countess Cathcart with the immigration authorities. and his own move in fleeing to Canada, planes the American press for stirring ID trouble for himself and the countess,
 But the facts are that the Amer lean press had nothing 10 do with tho episode; 1t reported only what was being done at Ellis Island. So far as the broadening Of the inci- dent 10 include his own moral turpitudc" was concerned. that was due entirely to statements credited 10 the countess.
 The press did not pass the moral turpitude" law; it did not ins'igate the use of the law at El- Ills Island; 1t does not enforce the law; it does not even help to this end, as virtually every newspaper of consequence has been severely criticIzing the official interprcta- ton of the law.
 The press has been championing the cause Of both the countess and the earl. All it gets from at least the earl is the usual broadsde Of
New Britain herald., 1926-02-19
UTAH'S AVALANCHE

The avalanche in Utah which overwhelmed q mining camp town is a kind of disaster that in our modern days is rather rare. Tho disaster was due 70 the fact that the town sprawlcd alongside d mountain side. T. Is easy enough to say that the persons who laid out the town should have exercised better judgment in this respect; but tho facts arc that in a noun tainous country there usually is no level countryside for the laying oU Of abodes, Thousands ot towns in such sections Of the coun'ry arc no uhit better situated than vas the Highland Boy mining camp at Sap Gulch, Utah.
 Mining IS an industry that TO- quires workmen where the pre- cious metals are being mined. There usually is no rapid transit from distant points 10 transport workmen to and from such camps every day; consequently the homes Of worlimen arc usually found near the camps.
 And ever so often q landslide will engulf the town. It happens that the disaster in Utah was n more serious one than countless other landslidcs in such sections Of the country, We hear little of the little landslidcs which do compara- lively little damage; but that they are constant threat is recognized throughout al. mountain states.
New Britain herald., 1926-02-19
\ NEW IDEA

New Jersey has started what is destined 10 he a national nonparti. san campaign to limit the life Of statutes, except those embodying contractnral obligations, to q years. The object Is 10 get riI Of dead wood upon tho statute books -anciont laws which are never en- forced until some prosecuting oai- cial digs one O. them ont Of an honorel grave 10 fit some rarticn- lar case, Tho N,w Jersey idea is q good one and should meet with general approval in other states, Connecticut has q large assortment Of ancient laws that could very well uo dtched
New Britain herald., 1926-02-19
THE LAW MILL,

IL is said that of 16.414 public acts enacted by Congress during its 137 years only 4 were declared unconstitutional. About 1G,G00 were never tested by the Supreme court. however, and some of these, which are neatly functioning, may in reality be unconstitutional. The constitutionality of laws is not as- certainod unless brought to the at- tention of the high court; i'll other words, the court does not tackle any Of them unless they arc brought before if, The complete to- tai of acts of all kinds perprtratcn - We meant to say passed - by Congress in 137 years in reality were more than 5o,000; but aside from the public acts, the others were mostly pension legislation.
New Britain herald., 1926-02-19
DETOIR RS

The announcement by the state highway department that the con- struction and maintenance of tenn porary detours last summer while main highways were being repaired cost the state $G3,SG0 will come as something of surprise. When we reach highway under repair and are compelled we take the result ing inconvenience for granted and rarely ruminate that the detour ar rangement costs the state money.
 When it is realized that in some instances special guards must be maintained; and that in the case of one-day detours telephonic com munication must be maintained be- tween the ends of the detour road la order to prevent a Jam of traf- fife; and that the total of 1878 sne- eial detour signs that were erected cost the department the neat sum of ss,6o3.S9, 1t can be realized that the construction Of detours Is no light task.
 Detours are the only things in connection with the construction of new highways that autoists do not like. Some Of the best roads in tho state were ruined for months last summer by the necessity Of making detours while repairs were being made. It probably will happen again this summer.
New Britain herald., 1926-02-19
QUIGLEY ON THE JOB

The announcement authorized by George A. Quigley, three times mayor of the city and the leader of the anti-machinc Republicans of the city. that he again may run for the office was notice 10 the or Eanization opponents that they will have to watch their step.
 The former mayor, whose infu- snce in local politics no doubt has been more extensive than any other gentleman interested in such things does not seem 10 be at all certain whether he will throw his monkey wrench into the machin- cry; but anyway, it was notice he had the trusted wrench handy.
 As $ potent power in the party locally ex-Mayor Qulgley cannot well be underestmated. He has done a good service to the party in reminding 1t at stated times that he doesn't like the Roraback or ganization and in throwing sand into the gears whenever 1t seemed necessary. The disputation over the state central committeeman may determine what Quigley will do about the mayoralty. It at least is an interesting situation. No one need be surprised 10 see Quigley finally throw his hat in the ring is the word along the political grapevine.
New Britain herald., 1926-02-19
LINCOLN AND JEFFERSON
 ON GENERALIZATION

II Is related of Abraham Lincolu that he pronounced Thomas Jeffer- son the greatest political thinker tho nation ever had or was likely to have.
 Jofferson's chief thesis was that tho states had alienable rights un- der tho constitution which the cen- iral government should not contra Nene; and he was tho first great opponent Of centralized govern mcnt
 Since Jefferson's. day, however, the political map has somewhat changed, The southern Democratic states have had a hls finger in the pie Of causing centralized goycrn- mont: and Woodrow Wilson's prime achievements were not exactly in line with decentralization.
 Since the enactment os the pro- hihnion law multitude of Repub- lican state officials and governors are finding 1t convenient 10 oppose centralization, which was the original doctrine Of the party and its predecessor; or ot least, they find 1t convenient 10 straddlo the Issue.
 And we find Governor Ritchle of Maryland, a Democrat, lambasting the centralizatlon idea rather lusiily.
 II might he mentioned in pass ing, that Republican president is credited with not liking at least "too much" ccntralizatlon.
 From this VIC can assume that there is a marked division of opin- lon about it. But 1t can be taken for granted that the southern D Democracy cmbattlcd behind the prohibition law, is as strongly in favor Of ccntraliZation of authority as the western Republicans in the grain states. who want the goyern- ment 10 perform some centralized functions and price fixing for them.
 The pro and con of centralization existing between the two parties is sufficient to give the blind staggors to any political observer who takes his politics seriously.
 Yet there can be no doubt in the world that the issue of centralized or decentralized government re- mains one Of the chief issues before l the American people today, as it was in Jeftorson's time; the only difference being that since the day Of Jefferson thcre has been more 2entralization than Jefferson ever thought likely or possible.
 It is clear that the problem can 1 not be solved through political ac- tion' as no matter what the polit- gal complexion of Congress is, here is plenitude Of division about if, just as this division exists in various sections of the country irrespective of inc prevailing sec Ional political drift.
New Britain herald., 1926-02-19
QUESTIONS ANSWERED

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 c. What part Of q mile is q kilo- meter?
 A. One kIlomctcr equals o.6215 miles.
 c. What is the highest priced automobile in the United States and no" much does it sell for?
 A. The Rolls Royce is the high est priced car, lt sells for $l0, 900 land up.
 Q, What is the annual consumn- ton of butter in the United States?
 A. Monthly consumption of but ter has increased nearly 30,000, GOO pounds since 1920. Consumption in 1925 is estimated at 1j9.000. GOO pounds a month compared with l$o,0o0,o0o in 1920. The peak of consumption was reached in 1924 when the average was 1G1, 1,000,000 pounds
 Q. Is Germany building q new kind of airship to explore the North Pole?
 A, The attempt to raise popu- lar fund of s4000,0 GOO in Germany to build a supor-zeppoln for polar exploration has been abandoned for the present.
 Q, How docs the Battle of Jut- land Of the world war rank with the other great natal battlcso
 A. It is considered by many naval authorities as one of the greatest naval battles of history.
 c. After whom was Walter Reed army hospital named?
 4. pr. Walter Reed, an Ameri- can bacteriologist and pathologist who joined the medical corps of the L. $. army in 1875. During the war with Spain he was delegated 10 make special studies into the cause of typhoid fever among the soldiers and continued along that line with marked success. One of the most successful phases of his work was the discovery that yellow fever was transmitted by the bite of certain species of mosquito. He died in 1902 before action could be taken upon the recommendation of the secretary of war of the United States that Dr. Reed be promoted to the rank of assistant surgean gen oral and colonel The hospital was named for him in recognition of his invaluable services in finding the cause of these diseases and suggest ing Workabl remedies to eradicate them.
 Q. Is the bite of q rattlcsnakc l always fatal?
 A. Whether or not it is fatal de- bends on q number of things, the | amount of venom injected, the con- !ition Of the individual and the ! promptncss of treatment.
 Q. What was the date of the l
New Britain herald., 1926-02-19
NEW PL.AYSITE 4 GOOD MOVE

The effort Of Mayor Paoncssa to secure a play slte in the northeast ern section Of the city, near the Washington school, is a good move. l. is not only good because the playsIte is sought in thIs section or the city, but on general principles tho securing Of rlaysitcs -- as many as possible --- is good mu- niclpal business,
 There was q time when the streets Of the city were compara- lively safe for children to play in, Now they are unsafe. playsitcs are made necessary to take the places Of the streets formerly used as places for play.
 Not only is this playslte essential In tho northeastern section Of the city hut there should be more Of thcm in other sections, IL Is q con stant worry 10 parents to realize that their children are courtlng trouble by playing in the streets, contcsting the way with fast-mov- Ing automobiles. Throughout the summer months many streets are still being used by youngsters for play purposes; and 1t is not only dangerous practice but is unneces- sary.
 Encouragement should be given 10 every attempt to procure more playgrounds, Fairgrounds are as necessary as schools,
New Britain herald., 1926-02-19
San Francisco earthquake?

San Francisco earthquake?
 A, April IS, 1906,
 '. Is luck" | natural gift?
 A. Luck Is q synonym for chance, It Is a fortunate occur. renee and cannot be called q nat. ural gilt
 Q, What Is the national flower of England"
 A. The rose.
 ., Who wrote Dixie? ?" Can you tell me something about the life Of the author?
 X, General Albert Pike wrote the song He was born in Boston, December @9,'1S0a. His hoyhooc was spent in Newborry Port. In 1881 he left for the southwest and at the outbreak of the Civil War he entered the army of the Confodcr- acy. A the close Of the war he be- camo editor of the Memphis Appeal. In 1868 he removed to the District of Columbia where he died in 1891.
 c. What is the area and popula- ton of Soviet Russia?
 A. Area S,166,130 square miles. Population 133.442.065.
 c. Are the words elder and older synonymous?
 A. Elder is applied only 10 per sons while older is applied to per- sons and things.
 c, What will remove ink stains from wood ?
 A. Try putting a few drops Of spirits of hitter (ntric aciD in q tcospoonful Of water touch the spot with q feather dipped in the mix ture and when the ink disappears rub immediately with q rag wet with cold water.
 Q. What is lodestonc and Whrr" is it found in the United States?
 X. Lodnstone is magnetic, form of iron orc that is readily dis from other iron-orc ma tcrials by it's strong magnetic prop crti"S, and in some cases it also eX- hihits polarity being then known as lodostono. Magnetic is found in many isnoous rocks in which it rep resonfs one of the earlier products of crystalli2ation IL is also found Ill mctamorphic rocks. It occurs in he United States along the Appal- lchians, especially in the Adiron- lacks, in the Highlands of New ' orli and New Jersey, at South Mountain Pennsylvania and in Nir- yinia and North Carolina.
 Q. Where are the United States navy yards located
 A. Portsmouth, x. H; Boston, Mass; Brooklyn. N. r.: Philadel- ohia, Pa; Washington, D. C.; Nor ok, Virginia; Charleston. S. Caro- ina; Mare Island. California; Brem- 'rton. Washington; and Pearl Har- DOT, Hawaii.
 @. Can stamps printed on gov 'rnmont stamped envelopes be cut rom the envelope and used as post lee?
 4. stamps. even though unused. hat are cut from government envelopes cannot be used or postage, They are not good un- css they are ou the envelope on which they were originally printed.
New Britain herald., 1926-02-19
25 Years Ago To-day

The Arch street layout was an- proved al the council meeting last night and a new contract with the Nelsh0ch street lighting company was adopted on motion of Mr.. Pinchcs, Mir. Curtis wanted electric lighting also considered. but this was not considered as the contract has several months to run. The council chamber was in sad shape, as the judges bench and railing had been removed and q rude table and many broken chairs placed in the room. It was after 7:&0 o'clock when Mayor Bassctt removed his silk hat and called the meeting 10 order
 Dr. Malon"y performed a success full operation for absccss on Henry Harrington of West Main street Wednesday.
 The New Britain members of the Putnam rhalanX attended the an mual gathering in Hartford today. Among the number were City Clerk Thompson, E. |. Thompson, F. H.. Johnston, F, H, Oldcrshaw, Judge l.. S, Burr, and Thomas Smith.
 The Star Athletic club defeated the East Main streets at polo in the Casino this afternoon, 10 10 S. Jimmy Flannery was rcfcree. The )ino-up of the Stars was as follows: Ray Vessel Howard TimhroU George Booth, John Martin. and Harry Dyson.
 One Of the gentlemen who built thc monument has suggested 10 the 4"raId that it would bo a good Idea 10 light the lamps on the night of Washington's birthday and that it would not be so had 10 do 90 every night, seeing as there are lamps there.
 Tho annual banquet of the agents and superintendcnts of the Pru- dential Life Insurance Co, was held at the Allyn house in Hartford last evening, From New Britain there attended Supt Henry Morans and Agents P, r. McDonough, F. F, Elliott, F. r. Smith. J. A. Hayes, and J. P, Keevers.
 The Century club met last night and heard musical program. One of the solos was Bohm's Mazourka by Master Philip Corhin.
 About 30 landlords met in Han mas armory last night and voted to have tenants pay in advance or sign leases, John Boyle acted as chair man and F, H. Afford as secretary, while, although not formally ap- pointed, Thomas Ostr6sk was door. keeper.
 II. L. Mills was among the horse. mon who worked ont on tho ice al Cooks pond in Plainviuc today.
New Britain herald., 1926-02-19
FactsandFancies

An old.timer Is ono who can re- member when "Yankeedom" didn't include California, Florida and western North Carolina.
 1T the White House spokesman cant think up any other answer to critics of the administration, he might at least say, Sos your old man"
 stoll, "Mamma will spank" sounds more effective than Mamma will uso psychology on you."
 Human nature hasn't changed old time boys would have been just like the moderns with the same amount Of rope.
 Books might be rottcner. Sup pose some divorce lawyer should tell what he knows about human nature,
 Fakes get you nowhere, A New Yorker not born there seldom ,oarns 10 say Nc Yark" properly through the nose,
New Britain herald., 1926-02-19
IN kLAss AT KRlzY K0LLEGE

Conducted by Gcrtrude) Teacher: If MT. Surface will ho SO good as 10 bagpipe the word monument ] am sure it don't be so bad Sandy Surface: ."I was telin young NacTavlsh 0
 the gule poet Bobby Burns Of whose literary writin's ev'ry mon
 should be acquent, And then il chanced NC passed by
 Burnses statue in the park, An young MacTavish up an says:
 Is that the monument" Teacher:
 stop that yawning, Moses, but while you've got your mouth open please use 'pestilence.' Moe R. Less: " You cannot go out with young
 men"
 He hollcred at his wife, You cannot smoke! You cannot-'
 BANGM A pcsticnce his iifc."
 Lena McKenna,
New Britain herald., 1926-02-19
THE POLICEMAN AT HOME

(Obserrcd by Michael Hackatan)
 Hisc Wife-Oh, Larry look at the new hat I bought for only $299S. Isn't that wonderful bargain? Policeman-Groat Guns, woman, You'll have to come along wit hme for embedding from your allow lance,
 His Wife-Why, what do you mean?
 Policeman Don't look so inno- cent, You can't get hy with that stuff my friend. You're pinched. Come along,
 His WifC-But Larry
 policeman-Tcll it to the judge. Will you come poaccably, or will I have to use-Ow! What do yon mean by assauting an officer? You'll get ten years for this-OW. Ouch.
 His Wife - ] guess I'll bn the judge in this court. Officer Larry MCCarty,have you good reason why your badge should not be talk cn from you?
 Policeman-Its like this, Your Honor--don't hit me again. It's like this, judge. You need the household funds to buy a new hat, and that's first degree robbery.
 His Wifc-Thcrc will he q first degree manslaughter hero in a min uto! Officer McCarty, you arc fined S25 for contempt of court
 policoman--And what if I don't pay if, your honor?
 His Wife-You'll get just 50 days on bread and water,
 PoliComan-But l cant walk my beat on that,
 His Wifc-You won't walk your beat, youll beat these rugs,
 Policeman Wcll if that's the case. here's your money,
 His Wifc-Thanks, That will buy a new dress 10 match my hat, Now, Officer McCarty, you may go 10 the kitchen and report for duty. You will find the dtebran waiting for you,
New Britain herald., 1926-02-19

Women in England now want parliament to award titles 10 dis tlngnished sisters, instead Of per hitting mon to monopolze such things, But so many EngIishmcn har" titles that the rest of the world merely laughs. As things arc now, English women at least do not contribute to the laughter.