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New Britain herald., 1926-09-18
TROUBLE BREWING
 ALONG FRONTIER
Italian and French UnoHicilly
 Are at Odds

Nice, France, Sept. 1s R-AI- though investigation shows that there has been no massins of French troops along the Franco Italian border, following the re- cent anti-French demonstrations ,n Italian towns, there Is between fas- cist and anu-fascist force. alonx the Riviera.
 Border French towns are not oe- cupied except by the regular gar risons, but Vile Franche and Mon- tone officials are said to have re- ceived orders to prepare for even tualittes. The garrisons have been closed to outsiders.
 Leading men in the anti-tasc,st movement along the Riviera admit that preparations have been made for a coup, and feeling is running high between the fascists and anti fascists. This has been heightened by local cafe news, received unoni- cially, to the effect that the fascist government in Italy is planning to kidnap certain Italians living in France.
 Investigation shows that most of the men concerned have nsd from the Riviera and are now located in northern France.
New Britain herald., 1926-09-18
Nearly 150,0O0 More Cars
 Are Now Owned in France

Paris, Sept. IS LP - France is prosperous if properity is indicated by the number of autompbiles in use in the country. Statistics show there was an increase of 146,370 cars of all kinds at the end of 1925 over 1924. The figures for 1926, 1t is said, will show a further big increase.
 At the end of 1925 the total num- ber of cars running on the roads of France was 7a1 1.306. Paris and the department of the science led with 134,659. The department of the Nord was in second place with 29,- 767. The department of Siene Et Disc had o3,537 and the department of Rhone. 1884. The department havcing the least cars was Lozere which had only 5o3.
New Britain herald., 1926-09-18
DEMOCRATS CONFIDENT
 PA0NESSA WILL ACCEPT
Jeffersonians Hopeful of Announce ment By Former Mayor He Will
 Seek Seat in Congress.

In spite of ex-Mayor A. NJ. Paon- essa's refusal to make a positive statement relative to his aspirations to represent the first congressional district at Washington. leaders in the democratic party today predicted his formal announcement of candidacy shortly.
 Friends of the former mayor sounded the sentiment of Hartford county at the New Haven convention last Wednesday and received reports which, they say. were so reassuring that they at once urged Paonessa to re-enter politics after a brief layoff. The former mayor asked that he be permitted to withhold his answer. Although they have not his promise to run, friends of Paonessa have continued to urge his nomination.
New Britain herald., 1926-09-18
TEN MASONIC LODGES
 HOLD YEARLY OUTING
Between 1,50o and e,oO0 Masons Expected at Annual PiCnic-Girl
 Scout Drum Corps Present

What probably will be the last outing 10 be held at Tow Path lodge in Avon on property owned by Sher- man Eddy is being held today by from 15o0 to a,0O0 Masons Of the Fifth Masonic district. The dis trict comprises Harmony and Gen. tennial lodges of New Britain, Fred erick of Plainville, Friendship Of Southington. Franklin Of Bristol, Hiram of Bloomfield. Village of Col linsville, Evening Star of Union vile, St. Marks No. 91 of Granby and St. Marks No. S6 of simsbury.
 The fifth district outing has been held at Tow Path lodge for several years but the property has been sold and will be in possession of it's new owners before next summer.
 Today's program consists of IS different athletic events. including the annual baseball game between Harmony and Centennial lodges. A silver loving cup Is furnished by the district which goes to the lodge win ming the highest number of points, this lodge to retain 1t for a year. Three years possession means per manent ownership. It Is hoped to bring the cup to New Britain this year.
 Tho program this afternoon and this evening will include dancing, a dancing platform having been erect cd for the first time. Supper will include a corn roast furnished by Mir. Eddy.
 The Girl Scouts drum corps from New Britain will furnish music this afternoon.
New Britain herald., 1926-09-18

true down the alley. Bobby pulled his second into a trap, while the Los Angeles player was on the edge Of the green with 8 remarkable brassie
 Bobby spaded his bail out Of the sand. 2o feet beyond the flag, and then took TWO puts for a drive, while Von Elm ran his approach putt 10 within easy range and went down on his fourth shot.
 Won Elm l up.
 They halved the eighth hole in par fours.
 Non Elm was called upon 10 mako a strong recovery al the SS0 yard eighth, his tee shot hooking into the rough. He dropped his second on the green, ten feet nearer the cup than the champion. who was barely on the fringe of the carpet. Both then took two puts.
 Non Elm. ! up.
 The ninth was also halved and Won Elm rounG l the turn l up on the champion.
 The cards for the first nine holes; Jones out ........ 454 S44 54i-37 Won Elm, out Q. 544 SS5 44i-S6
New Britain herald., 1926-09-18
WOMAN SPOTS BOY
 AS HOUSE PROWLER
Gives Same Excuse, Deal for
 Bicycle, in Other Home

Mrs Hhia Branstein Of il0 Greenwood street this morning iden- ufied Edward s. David. aged Is, of 46 Erwin place, as the youth who was found in her home in July. when David was arraigned in cham bers before Judge Alling on the technical charge of breach of the peace. After hearing Sergeant 0Mara's account Of navid's arrest yesterday, Judge AlIing ordered a months continuance and ordered the youth 10 report to the proba- ton officer.
 According 10 Sergeant O'Nara, David made false representations as to his age 10 obtain an automobile operators license.
 He is also said to have admitted shooting craps for money. When taken into custody in a home on Elm street late Thursday afternoon, he said he was looking for Frank Andrews concerning the purchase Of a bicycle, and this morning, Mrs. RransIen said he told her the same story when she found him in her home.
 Emil Garon. aged %, Of 5s East Main street and Mrs. Blanche Pom erleau, widow, aged S0. of the same address, pleaded not guilty to the charge of improper conduct, and their cases were continued until next Wednesday morning on request of Attorney Harry NJ. Ginsburg. They were arrested early this morn ing at 59 East Main street by Ser geant Flynn and Officers Doty, Huck and Cabelus
 Joseph Jantcki. aged s4. of S67 North Burritt street, did not appear when his case was called and Judge Alling ordered forfeiture Of a slO0 cash bond, with the understanding that the case will be reopened and the bond refunded if Janich is in court Monday morning. Before ad- journment Janicki came in but the case was not heard. He and Ches- ter Petrofslii, aged so. of l5l Smith street, are charged with breach of the peace and assault, the case hav- ing been continued a few days ago. Attorney Stanley J. Traceski repre- sents Petrofski and Attorney R. J. Monkiewicz represents Janicki. Pet rofski's case will also be heard Mon- day.
 Hyman Gitlavitz, proprietor of a garage at the corner of Elm and Seymour streets, was not in court when his continued case was called and Judge Alling continued it until next Saturday morning. The charge is violation of the city ordinance prohibiting the maintenance of gas- oline pumps on eurbs. and Ser geant o'Mara explained that 1t is his understanding that while the pump has not been removed, it is not being operated. Judge filling said he understands Gitlavitz has given the gasoline company so days notice 10 remove the pump.
 In the absence of Prosecuting At torney Woods and Assistant Prose- cutting Attorney Greenstein. Clerk Emil J. Danberg presented the states case.
New Britain herald., 1926-09-18

waukee, .54S.
 The final week of the Western league finds individuals and teams faltering in the shadow of the wire
 Hitting is generally of a trife, although the tendency is so general as to mean little relative change among the leaders.
 Casey with application will finish the year with leading aver age appro1imating 400. averages re- leased today and including Wednes- days games showing him hitting .40l, after a three point slump.
 Among the specialists, Sturdy leads in home runs and the Tulsan also is destined for the run getting crown, having realized 159 tallies by means of 4s circuit drive. and vari- ous other smart hits.
 Funk Of Oklahoma City faces the seasons close as the easy leader in base stealing, today's averages show ing with 5l In 154 games.
 Throughout the other individual d1llNlt4 llISIt hL that, contrary to the situation in the majors, the league records for 1926 will be burdened with big figures Ii the major circuits all indications point to totals way below the 1925 records
 This condition obtains in the pitching as well. Blacholder of Tul- sa having turned in 27 victories while losing eleven games. Moon of Des Moines started on the closing weeks engagements with 25 games won and eight lost and May Of Ok lahoma City had a record of 25-11.
 Leading Western league hitters: Casey of Tulsa, .401; Purdy, Lin coin. .372; Henry, Omaha .365: O'Brien. Denver, .360; Patterson, Tulsa, .5S6; Sturdy of Tulsa, 1858; Ginglardi of Denver, .5s?; WetzeI. Des Moines, .s45: Kunk, Oklahoma City, .343; McNally, Wichita. .339.
New Britain herald., 1926-09-18
WALKS INTO AUTOMOBILE

street was injured about the face when he walked against the rear of an automobile driven by Harold Hart of 221 West street. on East Main street, near Center. about 7;50 last night. He was gazing at the rays of the army light which was being flashed from Central Park, and did not see the automo- bile.
 Mir. Hart stopped within . car length and picked up the injured man. Dr. W. r. Flanagan dressed his injuries, which are not serious.
New Britain herald., 1926-09-18
GIANT NAVY RECRUIIER
 MAY JOIN FOOTBALL SQUAD
Big Boy" Dordelman Expected to Try Out For Ali-New Britain
 Grid Team.

Due to the fact that considerable pressure has been brought to bear by friends Of R. P. Dordelman, |. s. navy recruiting officer for this city, it Is possible that he will seek a berth on the All-New Britain foot ball team this season. Dordclman has given no statement to the effect that he will go out for football this year, since it will be necessary for him 10 secure permission to play from navy authorities. It is expect ed that he would be an asset to any team in this vicinity. however. He has had considerable experience at the game, having played line posi- tions on several navy teams. Dor delman is one of the biggest men in the navy.
New Britain herald., 1926-09-18
Roman Police Round Up
 800 in Series or Raids

Rome, Sept. IS tp - The Rome police continue the widespread raids of the known rendezvous of supversive elements which they began Immediately after the attack on Premier Mussolini, q week ago. Five hundred persons were round ed up from 200 low aaass lodging houses and clubs last night and detained for questioning.
 SWEDISH PRINCE BETTER
 Tokyo, Sept. Is R - Crown Prince Gustaf Adolf of Sweden, who was confined to an imperial government palace yesterday with stomach trouble. is improving and expects to leave Tokyo on Tues day.
New Britain herald., 1926-09-18
North Carolina College
 Students Are Suspended

Chapel Hill, N. C., Sept. IS P- With the new college term only a few days old. two University of North Carolina students have been suspended for four moHths for "con- duct tending toward hazing."
 J. B. Mills, 0 senior, and R. w. Epstein, & junior. both of North Carolina, were charged with parad- ing a group of freshmen over the campus with their trousers rolled up to their knees
New Britain herald., 1926-09-18
Two Married Women to
 Have Special Boat Race

Washington, Sept. !S tp-Iwo married women will compete in specially arranged high speed motor boat race here today, committee having the national motorboat re- gatta in hand, decided at special meeting. The distance for this race will be nine miles-three laps of the course-and Mrs. William J. Con- rors Of Buffalo and Mrs. Delphine Cromwell, daughter of the late Hor- ace E. Dodge. will strive for the laurels.
 This event is timed to take place just before the competition for the secretary Of the navy's cup, and whether they will participate in that contest also will be left to the wom- en themselves.
New Britain herald., 1926-09-18
ELKs' OUTING AT srERmEN

New Britain lodge, B, P. o. E., will hold its annual outing jointly with the Meriden Elks tomorrow at Gehrman's Grove in Meriden. There will be a program of sports in- cludins a baseball game between teams of the lodges.
 The committee of New Britain lodge which has made arrangements is as follows: Otto s. Miller. George W. Carlson. Emil J. Krause, o. Lam- bert Lord, Harold J. Josephs. Thom- as J. Cabelus. Sidney c. Curran, James F. McAvay. Dr. Charles F. Erickson, Louis W. Fodt. Ike T. Hills, Peter A. welch. William F. Dorsey. Frank Suzio. John E. O'Neil. Frank B. Dugan, Clifford Ahern and Bernard Corr.
New Britain herald., 1926-09-18
Trying to Sell Tire,
 Held for Auto Theft

Roland King was arrested about o'clock yesterday afternoon by Officer Thomas c. Dolan and turn ed over to the Hartford police on tho charge of theft of an automo- bile. Harry Alex notified the police at $40 o'clock that the young man was at his place of business on Arch street, offering to sell a spare tire or trade 1t for g and a second hand tube. The young man told Mfr. Alex he wanted to get to Hart ford. He had an automobile regis tered in the name of Alma Mercier of , Charlotte street, Hartford.
New Britain herald., 1926-09-18
Papers Can Broadcast
 Wire News of Fight

Philadelphia, Sept. Is Cp - The newspapers Of the country will not be shut out from broadcasting the details of the Dempsey-Tunney fight they receive over their wires from the ringside.
 This statement was made today by F.. l.. Austin, director general of the sesquicentenn!al exposition.
 It had been give nout by Tex Rick ard, promoter of the bout in the sesquicentennial stadium next Thurs day night, that the broadcasting rights would be leased and that If newspapers broadcast the fight from their own sources it would consti- ute an infringement.
New Britain herald., 1926-09-18
Driver Held in S2,000
 For COmpaniOn's Death

Walter Tammsier of this city is held by the Middletown police in s2ooo bonds on orders of the cor oner, as a result of the automobile aciedent in Cromwell Wednesday night. according 10 notifications re- ceived by Captain Kelly this morn ing. Two local men were killed in the accident. the automobile driven oy Tammajer having overturned go- ing down hill.
New Britain herald., 1926-09-18
FUNERAL DELAYED
 FOR FIFTEEN YRS.
Remains of Father Of Bicycling
 Are Buried Today

Boston, Sept. IS Ops-After lying forgotten for Is years in the un- dertaking parlors Of Dorchester funeral director, the aches Of Frank w. Weston, known as the father of bicycling in America" are to be buried with appropriate ceremony. Old friends, members of the Boston Bicycle club which Weston, and Engiishman. founded half a century ago. will conduct the services.
 Burial will be held next Friday at dusk, beneath a tree that club members planted on the Fairbanks estate in Dedham ten years ago. The grave will be near what is reputCd to be the oldest wooden dwelling iu America at which mem bers of the club, including Weston. frequently stopped on their rides around Boston.
 Discovery of Weston's ashes was made yesterday by Fred Stark or Dorchester who had been one of Weston's closest friends. He had gone to the undertaking rooms in the hope of gathering some data concerning his friend and his place of burial. There he learned that al- though Weston died on February 9. 1911. and had been cremated, his ashes remained in 8 container at the undertaking rooms.
 He never lived to See the bicycle crowded from the highways by the automobile. His wife's sudden death was said 10 have hastened his end. Without relatives, so far as known, he died in home for the aged. His body was cremated.
 His last wish was never fulfilled. He had expressed the desire that his ashes at burial he mingled with those of Mrs. Weston. The disposi- ton of the container containing her ashes could not be learned and his wish never was carried out.
New Britain herald., 1926-09-18
A. L. Thompson's Sister
 Dies at Age of S5

City Clerk A. L. Thompson was informed today of the death of hi. sister. Mrs. Angelins NJ. Hopkins, which occurred yesterday at her home in Trumoull. Mrs. Hopkins was S5 years Of age and was the eldest of the Thompson family. Her only son died less than month ago. Mrs Hopkins was native of Long Is land, but spent the greater part of her life In Portland and Trumbull.
New Britain herald., 1926-09-18
STILL OWNER FINED

Bridgeport. Sept Is LP - Louis oppedisano, in whose garage q still exploded recently, setting fire to the garage and Oppedisano's automobile and leading to the mans flight and q police search of several days duration before he was apprehend- cd, was fined s2o0 and costs in city court today when arraigned on . charge of violating the liquor law.
 Oppedisano was found several days after the explosion hiding at the home of a friend.
New Britain herald., 1926-09-18
WIRES AFFECTED

New York. Sept. IS P-Due to storms along the Florida coast, the Western Union Telegraph company announced an indefinite delay in the transmission of full rate and de- ferred messages to Florida east coast points south of Titusvil.e, including Miami and Palm Beach.
New Britain herald., 1926-09-18
HOWARTH VS. HINES

A challenge issued by Bill How arth, manager of the Commercial bowling alleys on Main street, to roll any bowler in the city for fun or money, has been snatched up by Tommy Hines of the Peerless alleys of Broad street. He took the chal- lenge and 50 the match will be roll ed Monday night at the Commercial alleys. It will be for purse, 10 games, pipfall to count Hines few years ago was the leading bow Ter of the city Ad he and Howarth will have 6 NEoyal in the match.
New Britain herald., 1926-09-18
Six Members of N. Y.
 Cry-Baby Gang Guilty

New York, Sept. IS OPl-Six mem- bers Of the "Cry Baby" gang were convicted last night of grand lar ceny. robbery and assault in con- nection with the theft of a payroll in the office of the William kenney company. July Is. Sentence will be pronounced Monday.
New Britain herald., 1926-09-18
POLICE BOARD MEETING

Chairman r. J. Pajewski of the police board said today the board will probably meet next Tuesday evening, as Commissioner Chamber lain will be In the city at that time. Action Is expected on the purchase of traffic signal lights for Main street corners.
New Britain herald., 1926-09-18
WELLS LEASES c. OF c. OFFICES

Three offices leased by the Cham Der of Commerce in the Raphael building have been sub leased to John B. Wells, 1t became known to- day. although nnal terms on the sub leasing have not yet been con- pleted. The Boy Scouts will move across the hall to tho private office now occupied by Mir. Wells and ths front office of the two room suite will be sub leased to Fred c. Tcisch, Maple Hill architect When the transfer will take place has not been decided.
New Britain herald., 1926-09-18
TURKS ARE WORRIED.

Constantinople, Sejt. IS P-Two French crlisers reported cruising of the Dardanelles have excited com- ment here among Turkish officials lest the presence of these boats have some connection with the Lotus tn- Cident.
New Britain herald., 1926-09-18
UPsHAW WON'T PROTEST

Atlanta. Ga. Sept. IS P-Repre- sentative W. D. Upshaw. who was dc teated for re-nomination by Leslie primary, will not contest the results, his campaign committee announced today.
New Britain herald., 1926-09-18
City Items

The police were notified today of the return of the operators license Of Caesar c. Owen of 50 Chestnut street.
New Britain herald., 1926-09-18
FALSE ALARM FOR FLOOD

Chief ". J. Noble of tho fire de- rartment received two telephone calls this forenoon that Monroe street between Greenwood and Arch streets was flooded by water from . main in house. He sent Co. No. 6 and also notified the water depart ment. There was no hood, the cause of the report being that the hydrants are being flushed and stream Of water was flowing through the street.
New Britain herald., 1926-09-18
MAY STARVE TO DEATH
This Is Fate Likely 10 Overtake 2l Americans Held Prisoners By Chinese.

Shanghai. Sept. 1s CP(-Twenty- one Americans. held virtually as prisoners, are threatened with star walton as result of the siege Of the city of Wuchang by the Red Canton csc forces.
 Failure to capture the city Of the southerners have settled down to a program of starving out the inhabi- tants and the northern forces which have been holding it against attack. A complete blockade of the city has been effected and every communica- tion with the outside closed.
 Wuchang has a weeks food sup ply. After that the only alternative to famine is surrender. Besides the 21 Americans within the walls there are five other foreigners of whom two are Italians. two Germans and one Irish. They are forbidden to leave and must share the fate of the Chinese,
New Britain herald., 1926-09-18

Wuchang is one Of the largest cities of China. It has a population of 500, 900 to 6o0,0oo and is the capi- tai of Hueph province. It is located several hundred miles inland on the great Yangtze river. It Is opposite another large city, Hankow, which was recently captured by the south erners. Possession of these two cities would be of immense value to an army because of their control of the Yangtze. and their importance as trade and industrial centers. Wuchang Is a walled city.
New Britain herald., 1926-02-02

Auto Parts aud A,ScSsOriCs il BE THRTrTY-BUY FIRESrONE TIRES AND TUBES. HIGH PRESSURE AND BALLOON TIRES. GASOLINE. OILS, GGEA6ES AND SERVICE. CI.ARK'S AUTO ACCESSORIES SHOP. l3s SOUTH MAIN ST. PHONE 1900.
New Britain herald., 1926-02-02
BUSINESS SERVICE
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2no SINGLE 9ilEETS-a lO0 envelopes, excellent for private Use, with your name and address printed on both, Mall Sl.oo 10 The K. & G. Printing Cor LnruLLnn NL-lN Rr.luln
New Britain herald., 1926-02-02
EMPLOYMENT
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New Britain herald., 1926-02-02

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New Britain herald., 1926-02-02
FINANCIAL
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New Britain herald., 1926-02-02
BIG nEpC cTIoS--
USED CAR SALE

BIG OFFERING IN USED FORD CARS, ALL IN GOOD CONDITION. TAKEN IN TRADE FOR NEW CARS AND PRICED FAIRLY. WE MUST HAVE TIE ROOM. SMALL. DOWN PAYMENTS REQUIRED. BALANCES ON EXTREMELY EASY
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New Britain herald., 1926-02-02
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New Britain herald., 1926-02-02
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