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New Britain herald., 1926-06-11
CONGRESS AND PROHIBITION

Regardless Of how ones emotions are trazzled in contemplating the working of prohibition law, one cannot help concluding that the moists have something ot job cut out for them in the attempt to turn Congress from the dry to the wet outlook.
 or the 33 states in which sena- torial elections will be held in No vember. 14 had adopted prohibition amendments to their town consti- tutions and nine were dry under statutory enactment prior 10 the adoption of the 18th amendment. The election Of wet senators from any Of these 2S states is regarded as highly improbable. Although protesting 10 be encouraged by re- cent events, such as the newspaper polls. the referendum appeals, the Ware victory Wadsworth's declara- tion. etc. it requires enormous optimism to expect real progress in Congress in advance Of the national elections in 1928.
 The maximum strength of the vets in any congressional prohibit ton test since the Volstead act be- came law took place in the 9th Congress, when they totalled 1Q2 votes in the House and 26 in the Senate, these being registered on the medicinal beer bill Since that time the drys have claimed gains in both houses.
 To adopt a liheralizing amend nent 10 the Tolstead act would re- 0uire 21S votes in the House and 49 votes in the Senate, or approHi- mately double the voting strength of the vets displayed on the medi- cinal beer bill in 1921. The sub mission 10. the states Of any modi- fcation proposal could be defeated by 146 dry votes in the House or S3 dry votes in the Senate. Once submitted. a new constitutional amendment on prohibition could be blocked by 22 negative votes in the upper houses Of the legislatures of the 13 smallest prohibition states.
 This last point ought to sink in. Changing the American Constitu- ton is a most difficult task, an in tricate proceeding. and is not done often.
New Britain herald., 1926-06-11
MORE AIR MAIL

The present year advances steadi- ly In tho inauguration of air mail systems. The latest lap in the countrywide flights Of the air mail is announced from Chicago, where service to Minneapolis and St. Paul has been started, There now are four air mail routes centering out Of Chicago, and it is possible to cover the country with letters in very short time if one is so in clined.
 With lhe air mail Fokkers soon flying over New England it will be possible 10 reach people living in far distant sections in half the time the ordinary mail takes to cover thedistan ces. Boston merchants are being solicited 10 make the New England air mail a success from the start. It Is pointed out that it will take a minimum of goo pounds of air mail 10 make trip paycxpenses. That doesn't seem much - 3.20o letters q trip would du tho bill. But the planes can carry lo,ooo letters just as cheaply,
New Britain herald., 1926-06-11
25 Fears Ago Today

Berlin proved a hard loser In the sewage matter. After the vote in fa- vor of New Britain in the legisla- ture, most everybody thought it was decided, but few die-hards in Ser lin put their heads together and made an effort 10 have the bill re- called. The legislature refused to do anything Of the kind. Senator Sloper expects the governor to sign the measure tomorrow.
 The New Britain Business Mems association is proving itself suc- ccssful organization. Organized 10 further the interests of the mer- chants. it already includes among it's membership the following; w. E. Atwood, J. N. Belden, C. L.. Barnes. John Boyle Co.,. E. G. Bab- cock X Co.,, William Cowlishaw, J. M. Curtin, Globe Clothing House. L. A. Gladding & Co.,. J.. R. Halloran, Herald Publishing Co.,. W l.. Hatch, Charles N, Hultgren, J. NJ. Hallinan Hierpe &o Loomis, Nj. J. Kenney X Co.,. NJ. r. Leghorn, II . L. Mills, A. P. Marsh, B. c. For ter Sons, New Britain Record, Por- ter & Dyson, John Pinches, C. J.. Parker. George Rapelye, Rackliffe Bros, A J. Sloper, s. II. Wood, r. NJ. Zimmerman. The officers are: president, 4. H. Abbe; vice presi- dent, George L. Damon; treasurer, Dennis Riordan: secretary. C. J. White; clerk, J. F.. Cooper.
 Yesterday practically finished the years work at high school. The last recitations of the year were held and today and Monday are devoted to the final examinations.
 The committee on ice tanks heard the petition Of the w C. T. [. last night for the replacing Of the ice water tank of the W. C. T. L. by an ice water drinking fountain at the southern end Of Central Park Mrs. Atkinson said that the fact that the pump at the north side had been fixed in no way affected the petition. Mrs. Wood said she would prefer Shuttle Meadow water 10 that Of the pump, and Mrs Cowles that if bicycle riders. accustomed to drink water at the southern end ot the park. did not find any provision there they would drink something eise.
 The drug store of Peter J. Prior in Plainvile has been added 10 the Druggists association.
New Britain herald., 1926-06-11
DIV IDENDS

The Michigan Central railroad, which the New York Central seeks 10 lease" and add to its system after already owning go per cent Of is stock - has increased its divi- dand rate to S5 per cent annually, having declared semi-annnal dividend of IT 1-2 per cent. Tn the annual rate this is an increase of Is per cent, the annual rate here tofore having been % per cent.
 The New York Central for some time has been buying Michigan Central stock at S1,0oo share. which enabled it 10 obtain all but a few of the remaining minority shares.
 The big dividend rate Is a mani fest method Of transferring money from one railroad 10 the other owning railroad.
 The Michigan Central has for generations been one Of the best equipped and most carefully oper- ated railroads in the country. a magnificent terminal in Detroit, with tunnels under the Detroit river. and other handsome stations all along it's route testifying to its splendid management. It is q credit tu it's state.
New Britain herald., 1926-06-11
PROBE KILLING OF
 AMERICAN IN MEXICO
Oklahoma Man Believed to Have Been Victim of Vicious Assault
 At Los Muchfas.

Nogales. Ariz.. June II Up,-Rich- ard Dawson, son of Dr. E. L. Daw- son. Of Chickasha, Okla. whose death is under investigation by the state department, was found on the streets Of Los Muchias. Sinaloa, Mexico, by a Mexican policeman Tuesday night. a correspondent Of the Herald says. His head had been crushed by an unknown assailant, bW he was still alive.
 Dawson died Wednesday night at the United States Sugar company's hospital. Dr. C. C. West or the sugar company tried for several hours 10 save the mans life. The burial took place yesterday at the suggestion Of Dr. West who consid- cred it inadvisable to send the body to Chickasha,
 pr. Dawson. on being informed of his sons death, asked the state department 10 investigate and aid him in securing the body. The consul at Mazatlin IS conducting an investigation.
New Britain herald., 1926-06-11
BUCKETING CONVICTIONS
 MAY BE SET ASIDE
Twenty Sentenced In Last Six Years May Have Court Action Re
 ycrScd As Illegal.

New York. June II P4-Twenty stockholders convicted in the last six years of bucketing today had a pros pcct of getting their sentences re- verSed on tho ground that they were illegal.
 General sessions Judge Rosalsk- indicated this yesterday in postpon- ing until June 25 sentence of Will liam R. Jones. former head of Jones and Baker who was convicted last December.
 A recent decision Of the court of appeals in reversing the conviction Of Burrill Ruskay wiped out the statute on which his and the other convictions were based, in the opin-
 ion of Judge Rosalsky. The statute involved prohibits trading against customers orders. Most Of the 20 convictions under it were secured during District Attor- ney's campaign against bucket shops in 1922 and 1923.
 If the law is overturned, the state will be forced 10 return fines i'm posed. but there would be no re- dress for those who served prison sentences. In cases awaiting trial under the act, indictments would be quaShed.
New Britain herald., 1926-06-11
POSTAL RATE CHANGES

Congress appears 10 be so occu- pied with log-rollins, political per siaage. political fence repairing ani political commotion generally that it has no time 10 go deeply into any number of a score of bills needing attention. Among the bills Proposing quietly is the one reported by the joint committee on postal rates, which would restore the one cent rate on post cards. reduce the rate on transient second class mat ter. and make other minor changes in existing rates.
 This bill followed submission of a report by Postmaster General New predicting losses in postal revenues for 1926 on all classes of mail matter, which he attributed at least partly to the increases in rates enacted in 1925.
 This reduction in revenues is ex- actly what observers predicted when the rate increases of 1925 went into effect. The postal au- thorities at the time thought the opposite. having been under the impression the public would pay what was demanded regardless. What the public has done is to cease patronizing those depart ments Of the postal service which appeared to be hoisted to unrea- sonable price standards.
 Those who mail post cards. Ii was argued, would not mind using a two-cent stamp on each instead of a one-cent stamp. The phy- chology Of the situation, however, was that when the public realized government postal cards were mail able with an expenditure of one cent. they simply quit sending pri- vate post cards requiring two cents. incidentally running the small and legitimate business enterprise of manufacturing such cards.
 Now that the damage has been done, and Congress realizes the necessity of rctraciug its steps, it can't find time to attend 10 it. Ac- ton during the remaining weeks of the present session is regarded as unlikely.
New Britain herald., 1926-06-11

method fitting those necessities was on the head. The practice is still maintained by numerous peoples who have learned that it is the least tiresome mode for transporting loads.
 Qo What are some of the best fertilizers?
 A. Bonemeal Is a good fertilizer, dccomposes rather slowly and is therefore Of lasting benefit. Humus, rotted vegetable matter, is ySlua abla for its beneficial effec. on the phy- sical condition of soils, especially sandy ones. Nitrate Of soda is an active, quickly soluble fertilizer.
 ., How many sons did Adam and Eve have?
 A. Cain, Abel and Seth are the only ones named. but the scriptures say they begot sons and daugh- ters.
 Q. Are persons born in the Canal Zone American citizens?
 4. Persons born within the ter ritorial limits of the Canal Zone are considered natural born citi- zens of the United States.
 Q. Where is Bright Anga Trail?"
 A. In Grand Canyon. |. is a steep and somewhat dangerous trail leading down 10 Bright Angel Creek, a tributary or the Colorado river in Arizona. IL is considered one Of the beauty spots CT the world.
 c. Who were the "Leyelers" and the "Come-outers7 mentioned in English political history?
 \. The 'Levelers" were mem bers of an English political body that flourished during the rule of Oliver Cromwell and insisted on an equal distribution of property They sought 10 destroy social distinction and put all men upon a plane of equality. The "Come-outers" with drew from the 'Levelers' on ac- count of dissenting views.
 Q. Can a naturalized citizen of ''S IllINIu StaleS De appointed am bassador or minister to the country of his nativity?
 A. Yes. Three elements only control his appointment. selection by the president, confirmation by the senate and acceptibility by the government to whom he is ac- credited.
 Q, How can poison ivy be eradi- cated?
 A. The only method that is ab- solutely permanent is 10 grub i. out by the roots.
 Q. When was the pho.oplav The Four Horsemcn of the Apoc- released. Who di- rected it and who were the feature players?
 A. l. was released in March. 1921; was directed by Rex Ingram. and featured Rudolph Valentino and Alice Terry.
 c. How can leather shoes be protected from sulphuric acid?
 4. Coat them thoroughly with warm melted paraffin.
New Britain herald., 1926-06-11
THE, "CANDN kID'

Richard Reese Whittemore, can dy kid" "underworld dandy" million dollar crime trust leader" has been sentenced 10 hang by the neck until dead. Tho verdict was fully anticipated. Maryland law is rather inoxorable when dealing with criminals. From the use Of the whipping post for wite-beaters. up to the use Of the scaGold for "can- dy kid crime dandioz," Maryland judges have q reputation for 'siN- ing the limit" especially when con- fronted with such 6 specimen Of un- doubted criminal as Whiuemore. The supreme bench Of Baltimore already having denied a new trial It is very likely that the fling Of another appeal is merely a legal effort 10 gain time.
 Whinemorc's record is one non plussing analysis. That he was in herently bad cannot be doubted. When still q lad in short trousers he began his career of wrong-1o- ing. landing in a correctional school whence he escaped seven times. When he fed from the Maryland ponitentiary. killing the guard whose death be will ovpiata upon the raHows. Iy had no difficulty in Ending criminal caums in Ne~ York and forming his notorious "crme trust"
 Some day society will realize more fully that in such persons there is present a mental lack that will account for the inherent lcn- dency toward crime. There are many today who believe a man who has be,n a criminal from youth np is suffering from a crjmi- nal complex that came with birth; vet it is hard 10 believe such don1s are entirely irresponsible, Society believes it must protect itself from such persons, and tho manner in which this is done depends more or less upon tha temper Of jury men in the various states.
 The end Of Wh!remore will do something toward convincing simi- larly minded weddings that the
New Britain herald., 1926-06-11

country is drifting slowly eastward and centers this morning over West Virginia. 4 disturbance over spreads the upper Mississippi and Missouri valleys and is causing showers in most Of the northern plains states. High pressure pre- vatls over the Canadian northwest and north Pacific states. A fur ther rise in temperature in the Mississippi valley has resulted in moderate conditions well above the seasonable normals.
 Conditions favor for this vicinity fair weather with slightly higher temperature.
New Britain herald., 1926-06-11
QUESTIONS ANSWERED

You can get an answer to any question Of fact or information by writing to the Question Editor, New Britain Herald, Washington Bureau. 1922 New York avenue. Washington, D. C., enclosing two cents in stamps for reply. Medical, | legal and marital advice cannot be given, nor can extended research be undertaken. All other questions will receive a personal reply. Un- signed requests cannot be answered. All letters are conf1dential-Edit
 c. What is myopia?
 A. A condition Of the eyes con- monly known as near-sightedness. The trouble is caused by the cor nea (eyebalD and the crystalline iens being too convex, and the image is brought to focus in front of the retina and is therefore blurred.
 c. When did Kansas become a territory and on what date was it admitted to statehood?
 A. The Kansas-Nebraska bill of May 30, 1854. created the territory. T. then included a large part of what is now the state of Colorado The state Of Kansas was admitted 10 the Union January 29. 1861, under the Nyandotte constitution.
 Q. Speaking scientifically is it proper 10 call black color?
 A. In science the sensation called color as perceived by looking at any ordinary object, is due to the incidence upon the eye of the train Of waves of a definite wave number. Scientifically, black is not color, since it is a condition incident to the complete absence. or tho con- plete absorption of light waves. In art, however, black" is defined as the name of the darkest color.
 c. What is the average amount Of mail that passes through the post offices of the United States daily?
 A. The average number Of pieces mailed per day Calculating SO6 business days per annum) is as fol- lows Letters 46,951,000; postal cards 4,4o7400; post cards G94.S0o; and third class mail Qncluding cir culars) 14,36S.4G0.
 Q. How many schools of chiro- practic are there in the United States? Which was the first school of sho kind to be established and how many practitioners of this school are there?
 A. In 1925 there were about 100 schools Of chiropractic in the United States. The Palmer School of Chiropractic at Davenport, Iowa, is the oldest. At present there are between 5000 and 5000 chiroprac- tors in this country.
 Q. Where did the cuexon Of carrying heavy burdens on the head originate?
 A. It probably originated with aboriginies. That method of trans portation was necessitated by the conditions under which they lived. Their routes for the most part were narrow paths through dense forests and entangling undergrowth im- peded their steps, Moreover the porters were often mcnaced by hid den enemies. l. was necessary therefore to carry burdens in such manner as to occupy the smallest possible lateral space, to be least likely to iniure them in case they fell and to be most quickly re- tected if they were attacked. The
New Britain herald., 1926-06-11

"Cpman, rise" Up R. Berth: Yeast mann" Fletcher: Now that Europe, reclte cen sus'." Up R. Berth: My ants house smells lovely Of
 cooking Wen she frickasees chickin with
 rice, But jest before the dinner bell rings She census back home-is that
 niee?"
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New Britain herald., 1926-06-11
Girls Education Also
 Include Cooking Meal

London. June II P)-Girls unable 10 cook an appetizing and palatable four course meal are not educated in the real sense of the word, said Dr. Elizabeth Sloan Chesser before children of the Parents association at Lady Moffeys residence here.
 "In my opinion" said pr. Chesser. "dietctics and cooking should be compulsory In the education of boys and girls alike. Girls should be pre- pared 10 be good housewives as well as doctors. harristers, nurses, artists and Journalists"
New Britain herald., 1926-06-11
lllI HA A

There wasn't SO much crime when it Was a disgrace, instead Of a mis- fortune, 10 be in jail.
 II is a relief to see q fivverite run into debt. That's one time he can't blame the other fellow.
 The future looked somewhat brighter when good Americanism consisted in about twelve children.
 The jack Of all trades isn't to be scorned. It is more than the jack earned in the professions.
 Education pays. How can a wo- man hope 10 keep thin if she can't count calories?
 Even if people didn't have evolu- tion to quarrel about, they'd hav9 chickens and line fences. Protected by Publishers Syndicate)
New Britain herald., 1926-06-11
Observation On The Weather

Washington, June 11.-Forecast for Southern New England: Fair tonight, Saturday increasing cloudi- ness, probably followed hy showers in Connecticut and western Massa- chusetts, moderate northeast winds, becoming variable.
 Forecast for Eastern New York: Partly cloudy tonight, warmer in extreme north portion; Saturday showers, gentle variable winds be- coming moderate south.
 Conditions: The area of high pressure in the eastern part of the
New Britain herald., 1926-06-11

ports to this country; but in 1925 exports to the United States totalled twice the total of imports. This is one aspect Of how the League has accelerated Austrian rehabilitation. Austrian goods are being sold in every city in the United States.
New Britain herald., 1926-06-11
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 Britain Herald, and your letter will be forwarded to New York.

Well, Why Not, Folks. Window and door is screened once
 more,
 Let's screen our tempers, too, Keep worry gnats and trouble-ba Outside, Folks what say you?
New Britain herald., 1926-06-11
Government FOstered
 Toy Industry Gains

Tokyo. June II LP-Trcmendous gains in toy manufacturing for foreign trade. shown by export fig ures, are encouraging 10 the govern ments' ambition to make this coun- fry the premier toyshop of the world.
 Japan's foreign trade in toys last year was approximately $S,000,Q00. This was nearly double the total for the preceding year and was more than the record established during the boom years of the World war.
 The toys that go into foreign mar kets are chiefly those made of crllu ibid, rubber and wood.
New Britain herald., 1926-06-11

Member Audit Bureau of Circulation. The 4. B. c. is a nstiopsl organization whics furnishes newspaper and sdveI- tissrs with s strictly honest anslysit of circulation. Our circulation statittict arc based upon this audit. This iusuret protection against fraud in newspaper dIrtrbutlon figures to both national and local advertlserh
New Britain herald., 1926-06-11
These Parents Of Ours.

Paul, what should little boys AL WAYS say before leaving the table ?'' asked mother one day.
 "Aw, Mother" answered Paul. in an indignant tone. you KNOW I know what to say. You tell me every day."
 Mrs. T. P. Mangum.
New Britain herald., 1926-06-11
Definition,

Collins: What do they pay a sol- dier in the army" Arnold: Thirty dollars month. That's a dollar 6 day" Collins: It's no wonder they're called buck privates."
 Mrs. NJ. II. Sklar.
New Britain herald., 1926-06-11

wages of crime remain certain of payment; that the urge for an easy life through crime leads but 10 the penitentiary or the gallows.
New Britain herald., 1926-06-11
Seven Come Eleren,

Parson Jefferson: "Brudder. think of de time when yo' bones will be dust"
 Magnolius: "Pahson. An uses nah bones too frequent fo' any dust to settle on 'em,"
New Britain herald., 1926-06-11

"Oh. gee, I've confessed every thing" sobbed the girl who had been writing for the confession maga- zines; now how will I make a liy- ing?"
New Britain herald., 1926-06-11

Woman is wonderful. She can make fool Of a man without print ing an interview.
New Britain herald., 1926-06-11
GIRL STIEE.

GlRL SICEF.
 By George Ellison Hayes. do not get these girls a bit. For f pet they say. Nov quit" And if I don't, they act quite sad And whisper, George, dear, are you
 mad 2" + l say, Well, what shall we do?" They always say. That's up to you" But just the same they'll always kick On any show or place I pick. I cannot figure out their game; Their yes and no" just mean the
 same. T can" T can't" T will. T
 won't" Yes" NO" All right" "Oh gee
 kid, don't"
New Britain herald., 1926-06-11
Facts sandFancies
 BY ROBERT CULLEN

All that Is required to make pov- srty q blessing is the past tense.
New Britain herald., 1926-06-11
Who Got Left?

Who Got Left? Bert: Say, Al, your left shoe is on the right foot!n
 Albert; Go on, boy, do you think I'm crazy? Hooking downward), My left shoe is on the left foot" Bert: Well, isn't that the right foot 10 put your left shoe on?"
 Mrs. L. F. Currier.
New Britain herald., 1926-06-11

You can't sell slave Tn this land. so old dad Is just a blessing, not a commodity.
New Britain herald., 1926-06-11

Ths only profitable advertising medium in the City. Circulation books and ors4s room always open to sdyeTtissTs
New Britain herald., 1926-06-11

Now who can follow such line And keep his senses? Not for mine. Another round Of dates will spell My finish in a padded cell."
New Britain herald., 1926-06-11

We're not wholly commercialized Men still make love without selling the scenario rights.
New Britain herald., 1926-06-11
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New Britain herald., 1926-06-11

Civilization means little. Our guess is that cave man could have batted 400 or better.
New Britain herald., 1926-06-11

Ths Herald is cn sale daily in New York st HotAnHgs Newsstand. T1mei souars; schultz's Sevsttsnds. Entrance Grand Central t=nd Street.
New Britain herald., 1926-06-11

The present status of literature cannot endure. So few of those who know dirty stories can write.
New Britain herald., 1926-06-11

Now that daughter is home from school, she's a considerable help. She tends to the canary almost every day,