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New Britain herald., 1926-05-11
THAT ROTOR SHIP

Radio. it seems, is not the only thing that is hard to understand. There is that rotor ship, for in stance.
 They say the rotors turn wheels which in turn cause the propellers 10 rcyolve. That much is simple. But the floating windmill rides di- rcctly against the wind as readily as before it. And that, mates, is not so simple.
 The G00-ton Baden-Baden is the most peculiar contraption sent 10 these shores by Germany since the submarine Deutschland called al New London in 1916. And it is a sight more welcome! We as na- ton and as individuals welcome any new invention from anywhere that means the progress Of man. kind.
 The rotor ship is no greyhound for speed - as yet. But this Is the first ono. When Robert Fulton pilotcd the Cleremont along the Hudson the trip was no marvel Of speed as we now understand the term. That came later. No one can toll how fast the rotors may go in the future.
 Oh yes, there is the inventor - Anton Irlcttner. He surely is en- titled to some personal mention, Anybody who can contribute such a peculiar contraption to the high ways ot commerce is entitled to q lot Of glory.
 When the Badeu-Baden sailed in there never was such a circus in New York harbor since the days of tHo CUsramont old salts along the Battery declare. But among the thousands who gapcd at the queer craft there are but a few who really understood how 1t works Neither do wc.
New Britain herald., 1926-05-11
Observation On The WeQtker

Washington, May 11.-Forccast for Southern New England: Fair tonight, slightly colder except on the southeast coast, light frost in the interior, Wednesday fair, fresh north and northwest winds.
 Forecast for Eastern New York: Fair tonight; light 10 heavy frost in central and north portion; We'd nesday fair Not much change in temperature, moderate to fresh winds.
 Conditions: Scattered showers have occurred during the last Fl hours from Louisiana northeustward to Maine. A disturbance central this morning over Tennessee Is causing unsettled showery weather in the central sections. An area Of high pressure central over Montana is producing pleasant weather along tho northern border as far cast as Michigan. The temperature con- tinuos low in all the northern sec tions and many places in thc upper Mississippi valley and Lahq region reported frost.
 Conditions favor for this vicinity unsettled weather and probably local showers followed by fair anI slightly cooler.
New Britain herald., 1926-05-11
FRIENDS, ROMANS, COUNTRY-
 MEN (Wbat Happened When the Politi- clan Made Speech From the
 Wrong NOtPSl

Overheard By Roy G. Brophy
 Ladies and Gentlemen. Fellow Citizens! This is one of the times that try mems souls-a time of great unrcst-a great upheaval that threatens (glances at notcs)- Scotch Whiskey,
 Er-pardon me. Prohibition must he enforced. In spite of its enemies We must trampIe down those who OooKs at notes)-mix five gallons of water, one sack of sugar, 50 pounds of rye. Ahcm! As l was saying we must all get together and-(pecps at notes-place mash in copper stin and boil-er-ah. have some statistics l want to read concerning my work while in congress, fighting those who wish to modify our pro- hibition laws! Ladies and gentle men! We have, in this great and glorious-cellar-cr-country, the followinC-0umblcs for notes)-16 quarts of beer, with a wallop, and 30 pints Of Scotch-cr--I must have cr-brought the wrong notes, but anyway, l want to saw that-HIC.- Good Heavens, I thought l was rid of those hiccups."
New Britain herald., 1926-05-11
sLESIDY LEGINI AIION

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 ship sfsl1g an "raa'r o.. pas.4 10 n salaidy lo 'ae rarH,. 1a. farmers who c#onl a e." a.bslEy arc strongly in t."ar Q. |. subsidy for them- lses. ur ea.'.. roe sIbe,Iy doesn't na7a..rs. s.. under thls name. but amoaatH |" the same thing in fine long run.
 The administration, opposed flo any subsidy for farmers despite ,." promises of farm relief is faced with disaffection in the west h something is not done; and 'As during a congressional election year. If one Of tho radical farm bills is passed President Coolidge is expected to veto the bill and then the fireworks. 1T the Pr.st- dent doesn't veto a radical ann bill it will be a case of saerlhrug principle for e2pediaucy. This wouldn't exactly be a new thing in congressional history,
New Britain herald., 1926-05-11
25 Fears Aeo Today
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 The 29th anniversary of the Bur ritt mission was observed yesterday afternoon. John Northend, who has been an active worker in the mis- sion since it's inception, sketched the history of 1t from the time it was founded as the Southeast mis- sion with 23 persons present. NJ. s. Wizard and C. F.. Steele also spoke. A large portrait of Elihu Burritt has been presented 10 the mission by T. X. Wooster
 Charles Frohman will present John Drew in "Richard Carycl" at the Lycoum tomorrow evening. Mir. Drew has long been an actor Of the society type but lis new role Is in quite different nn'. being moro robust and romantic. The final pro- ducton Of tho season will be "All on Account Of Eliza" with q big company and complete production direct from New York
 Postmaster Judd is worrying about where the post office will go after July l, when the present lease expires. Locations about the center Of the city are scarce and alterations would he necessary which stores would require before going in. The present rental is $1.- 900.
 Postmaster Judd received today d package destined for N9ui0IoI New Britain It proved to be foi tha island If that name in ro.} rrsia. rhc iuaahi'aHs Of which au .. .-hruod hy .Ia.r fondarss fot cooked rutss.onars. Nr. Judd says inc incident shows how widely New Britain has been advertised 5y it's manufacture
 Professor Bonrt'j will leap in'c the air G.ogG feet mp and descend by parachute a' Highland Ter race" next Saturday afternoon un- der the auspices of the N. F. Sub urban Improvement Co.
 Orders for battalion drill have been issued 10 Cos. F. and I. con- handing Lieutenant Patrick J Coserove, adjutant, and Sergeant Major r. W. Latham 10 report for duty. Captain F. II. Smith is deslg- mated new officer Of the day and Captain A. H. Griswold old officer Of the day. Lieut.. w. II. Scheuy and Lieut.. w E. Montague officers of inc guard. and Lieut.. r. l.. Traut and Lieut.. G. M. Mycroft superintendent officers of the guard.
New Britain herald., 1926-05-11
BEGINNING \ NEEDED JOB

As those with eyes to see have noted. the new board of public works has begun work on repaying West Main street, or that portion where wooden blocks have for the most part sagged into an uneven and dangerous surface.
 Although the first conference by Mayor Weld regarding this pave ment was held with Frank L. Con- lon. chairman Of the recent board, who was strongly in favor of early action, the actual work comes un- der the jurisdiction of his success sor, Reginald Towers. The change in personnel on the public works board fortunately did not delay the needed repairs, the stage having been all set by City Engineer Will Hams and Superintendent Thomas Kearaey to carry on at the first op- por'uniry.
 The job, which is to cost $4O,oo0 or whereabouts. necessarily reduces the seasons permanent paving fund to a comparatively low sum. Some way ought to be found to increase it, so that certain other streets badly needing repaving can be looked after. f this is not done the new board of works, in spite Of all it's glittering prospects, will find itself severely handicapped be- fore the summer is over. In truth. it may soon find itself a board of works without any funds for work, thug Lalying ifs name.
New Britain herald., 1926-05-11
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 Naturalization.
 Q. What is the full name of the President of the United States?
 A. The baptismal name of Presi. dent Coolidge was John Calvin" but he has never used the "John" since entering public life. He is known simply as Calvin Coolidge and uses no other name.
 Q. How many policemen are there in the United States?
 A. According 10 the census Of 1920 there are 82,120.
 Q. Which one of the umpircs at a major league baseball game is the head umpire? What would happen if the umpircs failed to agree on disputed point in the game? How would the point be decided?
 A. The umpire who calls the balls and strikes is the umpirc-in- chief, and it is his duty to render decisions at home plate and, in ccr- tain instances stated in the official rules, at third base. It is not pos sibe for the umpires to disagree on q decision. Each umpire has cer- tain specified cases where it is his duty to render the decision. and they are not permitted to interfere with each other. If one umpire thinks he has made q wrong de- cision he may call his associate into conference to determine what should be done, but the umpire in control of the specific case is the only one who can make or change decisions in that particular case.
 Q. What proportion of the states ratified the fifteenth amendment to the Constitution giving equal rights for white and colored citizens?
 A. The fifteenth amendment was proposed to the legislatures of the states by the 10th congress on February 27, 1869 and the proclama- tion of ratification Was issued by the secretary ot state March 30, 1870. It was not acted upon by Tennessee, was rejected by California, Dela- ware, Kentucky, Maryland and Oregon and ratified by the remain ing 50 states, New York rescinded its ratification January 5, 1870. New Jersey rejected 1t in 1870 but ratified it in 1871.
 c. How many children has Gloria Swanson, the movie actress?
 A. She has one child of her own, a daughter. She has also an adopt cd son.
 Q. Are radio and wireless tele- graphy the same?
 A. Yes. Wireless telegraphy is the older term.
 Q. Who is the American consul at Tasmania? How should one address him?
 4. There is no American consul at Tasmania. It is within the consular district of the American Consulate General at Melbourne, Australia. Address your communi- cation to Norman L. Anderson,
New Britain herald., 1926-05-11
Steve John, King of Noted
 GypsY Tribe, Falls Dead

Springfield, Mass, May Il OPl - Steve John C., king of one Of the greatest tribes of gypsics in Amer Ica, himself an expert worker in gold anI jewels, died of heart fail- ure at his camp at Red House .rossing late yesterday. His body will lie in state in q magnificent collin for several days while I5no or more of his subjects gather here Tor IL" traditional Enmaw :Gn.rl ritss. mur which j' WG be shipped to CAirago. Wlnln a costly mausoIHum has h.oH ordered for i. The gypsy monarch is suu,trd by his aged queen, BInha Steve, and two sons.
New Britain herald., 1926-05-11
ADVENTUROUS BYRD

It is perhaps fitting and in keeping with the tendencies of this mechanical age that our modern advenurers should be identified with flying. Take the example of Richard Evelyn Byrd. of Rich mond, Va, who has just earned the plaudits of the world by being the first to fly to the North Pole
 At the age Of 12 he went around the world alone. There was some thing in the lads blood to stimu- late such travel, and in the words Of his mother, he was born that way - an adventmer, an explorer absolutely without fear"
 When flying became possible, young Byrd became interested in it and devoted all his time to scien- tfc research in the science. He was rewarded by succeeding in the invention of instruments that elimi- nate the detail Of finding ones bearings while in the air.
 When Admiral Robert F. Peary reached the Pole in 1909, young Byrd took 1t into his head flying there would be better and resolved to try it some day. He waited for his chance - and got it.
 Denied by fuke participation in the naval plane dash across the ocean - he was put off the NC3 as excess baggage after lots were drawn-he ran into another keen disappointment when the blimp he was to command in an ocean flight tore loose from her moorings and was wrecked. Then he went back to Boston, where he lived near the Charlestown navy yard and made what friends called fantastic and absurd plans for a flying trip to the North Pole some day.
 The Byrd "hoodoo" - as it was beginning to be called persisted to dog his footsteps as he became a member of the MacMillan ex- petition of last year. When the planes returned after a start that was too late for arctic flying, an- other dream Of years was wrecked - but not Byrd's ambition. He still thought he knew how 10 get to the Pole, it seems, and needed only an unfettered opportunity. That time came this year and nothing failed him not even the instruments he had invented.
 This young man is a "chip of the old block" he comes from a line of adventurous ancestors. He is one of those rare individuals who feast upon the thrill Of breaking new paths, who are willing to risk their lives for few hours of keen ex- ultation - for a few minutes, if necessary, of death defying adyen- ture.
 The worlds progress has been advanced by such as Byrd. With out them the human race would still be confined 10 the restricted areas where history first found it.
New Britain herald., 1926-05-11
What He Said

Nobody has ever been to Hell and rcturncd" said the Sunday school teacher, trying to impress her class on the rewards of wickedness. "Papa did," piped Vincent. "Oh no, Vincent" said his teacher. "Oh yes, teacher" he came right back T heard him say he ran all over it yesterday trying to find a drink"
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New Britain herald., 1926-05-11
THE HOOK FOR HENNEssY

Primed for action and cndeayor- ing to make a resounding start in affairs under it's Jurisdiction, the new building commission has gone after the scalp Of Edward J. Hen messy, building inspector. If the sudden shift in his fortunes was a surprise to the building inspector he has failed to see the handwrit- ing on the wall.
 One naturally feels compassion for a man when he is catapultcd out of office, but such is the for tune of those who banker for po- litical jobs. Fundamentally, the of- flee of building inspector should be one devoid of political considera- tions. But in Henncssy's case his decapitation will not result en- tirely from matters political. Had he made of himself the best build ing inspector in the history of New Britain there scarcely can be a doubt that he would have been re- tained under the new dispensation, With SO much smoke around the purlieus of the old building com mission it has been natural to link some of the fire with Hennessy. The business of building inspec- tor is to inspect; and with build ing boom knocking the inspection business galley west Hennessy nat urally got his share of the blame. Former Mayor Paonessa had a kings share Of troubles with lis building department and is known to have had some conversation' with his building inspector, but stuck to him like a brother - or at least like distant relative, de- string to give the inspector every opportunity to improve his toch- nique.
 Hennessy, being eminently hU- man. must have realized tho same considerations would not be forth coming under the new regime, If he didn't begin looking for new job as soon as the election returns were in he no doubt was losing time. The city will wish him we'll He was in office during a trying period in his department, and not being a superman or a wonder worker he had nothing but a rough time while trying 10 keep track of Inc enormous building operations. Appointment Of an as- sistant or deputy helped material ly, but buildings still went up ".tA- out permits.
 All this will be changed in the future, or the new administrator will want 10 know the reason why The new administration apparently thinks it can best maEa a roo' start without tho oil building in. spector and rightly or wrongly .. has to rosir0.
 Arthur N. E1'berfor1, d.nHy building inspector. has shown au enormous amount of ac'iuty s.u." the change in city government h.- gan. He has been showing what h. can do and has shown apln.y. HM plan for licensed 1.jlI.rs u0Hr bond looks like a stroke os enici.u- cy. Hi8 opinion that haddlug lo". breakers should be arrested. Ju#' like other lawhrcaa.rs seems .n reasonable no one cam find oh... tIon
New Britain herald., 1926-05-11
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KRAZY KINDERGARTEN

Conducted By Gertrude, Jr) Fletcher:
 'Justa, you say your little brother will never fife with a colored boy hecuz he never kin tell wen he has given him a black eye? Well, well. Don't give yourself a black eye by failing on the werd hustle" Justa Little:
 Jack and Jill new bathing suits Will buy from Romp and Reefer, Hisll be a two pcece thing But hustle be much briefer."
 Allen D. Copyright. 1926. Reproduction
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New Britain herald., 1926-05-11

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New Britain herald., 1926-05-11
CHECK LIP EECORD HERE

The local police were asked by telegraph last night if Aram Bogo- sian has q police record here, as he is under arrest in Union City, x. J., TOT suspicion Of robbery, The police records here contain an entry under date of May 4. 1909, concerning Aram Bogohos who was arrested for breach of the peace and assault. It is believed hc is the man referred to by the Union City police.
New Britain herald., 1926-05-11
LEOPOLD'S LIFE IN PRISON

Now comes whiff of information as to how Nathan Leopold, slayer of little Bobby Franks, is doing in the Joliet prison. One will readily conclude he has not done so well at least, was not doing nicely at the time seven fellow convicts made a getaway.
 Leopold was in solitary connnc- ment a. the time for stealing su- sar, and his hands were manaclod SD that he had 10 remain in q standing position. Life in prison for a. Hfor is one sad experience after another.
 Gut inc episode at Joliet also .mrhasfzas the insecurity Of prison rrs at Gmcs Although four Of the s.ran who escaped had been recap a~.d us this was written, one Of l.e thr.c who have not hccn re- o,ntm.1 might have been Leopold. IF tna, had occurrcd-or if if ever o.-urs m the future -- there will ha large number Of people who will express more regret that tbo ruthless and barharic slayer was
 
 a.ora rational attitude to take is .at prison authorities should be a.]a to prevent escapes. They hay" l.eu at jr a long time and should have sufficient experience to mak" their e.ols oscapo-proof. The tro"- sta w.N Tof-t is it is in Illinois. .a~. Tor s-ao reason nearly ..... r#u-..u- 10 crlno is .4.. . ut.raz.rl i@salon.
New Britain herald., 1926-05-11
Best Way

Dr. Hamilton: Your son is a yic- tim of Amnesia, I'm sorry to say" Rich Father: Well find out how much the vamp wants and we'll set tie without any publicity"
 Stephen V. Nurmoyle.
New Britain herald., 1926-05-11
CnnclIIsiNc EXidcncc

Alice: Do you think that love is bliud?"
 Bob: T don't know about its being blind, but I've seen some ex- amples that have convinced me it's halI-Witted,"
 The Bobbed- Hair Bandit.
New Britain herald., 1926-05-11

The fond papa who told his young hopeful that Santa Claus lived at the North Pole and flew from there by airplane every Christmas now has a hard time ex- pldning why Byrd was the first to fly 10 that place.
 What does a woman with the pseudonym of "Cat Eye Annie want with jewelry?
New Britain herald., 1926-05-11
IN KLASS AT KRAZY KOLLEGE
 fr,p.JpoYll Ip,.

Teacher:
 "Otto. stop rustling your natural. ization papers and try your English on the word acoustics" Otto B. Ashamed: "Nun time for a short cut l vent
 through q lot. Ind soon vot do I hear But a farmer a-shouting, You won't
 be so fresh
 If acoustics his horns in your
New Britain herald., 1926-05-11

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New Britain herald., 1926-05-11
THE NOSE An ApnreciatiOn


 By Florence Babcock Hawkins The Nose!
 Why is so little written about il? Nainly will you search the poets. Eyes of cerulean blue, Ears like pink shells of the sea, Brow of alabaster serene, Lips like cherry blossoms But not a line about the nose! II it something Merely to be sneezed at? An, the nose!
 High archod, dilating nostrils Like bellows to the flame of Passion and evil! Drawing in the subtle incense Borne the breath of the wind Or the pollen of ragWced And goldenrod.
 The bootlegger's delight! What a beautiful target on the Face of an enemy! Why, oh why do poets scorn it? Search me.
 Maybe YOUR nose knows.
New Britain herald., 1926-05-11

The Book of Etiquette" was one Of the "best sellers" this last month. IL seems as If the public con- science is trouble again!
New Britain herald., 1926-05-11
aE91s ~ 1M[-H fun ch0b - @ "
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Send all communications to Fun Shop Editor, care Of the New Britain Herald, and your letter will be forwarded to New York.
New Britain herald., 1926-05-11

And sho Can Get Away With Lot
 of it, Folks! The Sweet Young Thing of long ago Helped mother roll the cookie
 dough, But it's Dads dough" she rolls to-
 day, And most eXpertly too, we'll say!
New Britain herald., 1926-05-11

The Herald is on sale daily in Ne" York at HotalinE's Newsstand. Timet s1uars: schultz's Newsstands- Entrauc' Grand Central. 42nd Street.
New Britain herald., 1926-05-11

The only profitable advertising medium in the City. Circulation books an preas room alwsyH open to advertisers
New Britain herald., 1926-05-11
Auto Livery

Huison: You say your car is your only means of support?" Cowles: "Yes, it's my income taxi"
 Maj c. E. Demarest.
New Britain herald., 1926-05-11

It must be an awful disappoint- ment to a laundry when a buttonless garment comes in.
New Britain herald., 1926-05-11

With repaving work starting on West Main street, Santa Claus seems to be right in town.
New Britain herald., 1926-05-11

And those who are worrying now about where to go this summer would be happier if they'd go to work.
New Britain herald., 1926-05-11

If he calls the waiter "Georgc. . you are safe in asking him how hc thinks the city compares with his own village,
New Britain herald., 1926-05-11
FactsqndFancies
BY ROBERT CULLEN

Remember a swat in time saves 9,9g9,999. Never punCture the ego of a man who works for you. You cant travel far on a fiat.
 Tho making of great nation re- quircs either great resources or con- plctc obedience.
 The lilies Of the field toll not and arc pluched, It's just opposite among the people.
 Shes just a normal little girl if at twelve her great regret is that her hair isn't curly,
 They won't do anything to the Honorable Violet. Every domented persons, it seems, is entitled to one shot.
New Britain herald., 1926-05-11

Trahwood Is so durable that beams 1000 years old are still strong.
New Britain herald., 1926-05-11

plainyiue had another brace of fires, providing some more free OK ercise 10 the embattled citizenry.
New Britain herald., 1926-05-11

Wonderful age! Flying to the pole in an airship! Getting in touch with civilization by radio. Hearing a saXo- phone.
New Britain herald., 1926-05-11

you are safe in asking him how he thinks the city compares with his own village.
 Peace is a period when acquaint- anccs can argue about almost any thing without having to spit out teeth.
 An empty house nearly always fools you. It's so hard to tell the difference between a closet and a breakfast room.
 The only time a bootleggcr knows how his patrons feel is when he orders hash in cheap restaurant. Well, well; a thousand years from now people may be contending for the right to drink soft drinks.
 Correct this sentence: "IlI give q million to the institution" said he, but there must be no publicity
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