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New Britain herald., 1926-04-26
SWEDISH MUSEUM
 AT PHILADELPHIA
New Britain Residents to Assist
 in Its Construction
WILL COST SiSO,000 TO BUILD
Contributions Of swcdes in America Will Bc Housed In Permanent Memorial To John Hanson and John Morton, Early Patriots.

Residents of New Britain Of swedish nativity or descent will con. tribute toward the erection of the Hanson Morton Historical museum building at Philadelphia which will be constructed in connection with the Sesquicentennial celebration and which will be continued as per- mancnt memorial of Swedish achievement in America.
 At a meeting Of sponsors Of the project yesterday at the First I.uth- eran church, Rev. Dr. John F. klingherg was elected chairman of the New Britain organization, Rev. Dr. A. A. Ahlquist was elected vice chairman, Emil Larson was elected secretary and John A. Erickson was elected treasurer.
 Prof. Adolph Benson of Yale uni versity explained the purpose of the building tracing the history of the Swedes In America from their early settlement at Wilmington, Del. which was then called New Sweden.
 The object Of the Hanson Nor ton museum will be to preserve for posterity a knowledge of what the Swedes have done in helping to up- build the United States. It will be named after JohnEHanson, chairman nf tho iNnJnriaI nd John Morton, one of the signers of the Declaration of Independence. It will cost slS0,000 and will contain rooms in which will be exhibited Swedish contributions to engineer
 ing. agriculture and the fine arts. Each room will be named after some famous Swedish person who has assisted in the progress of civili- zation in America. The room in which engineering attainments will he shown is to be known as the John Ericson room. That devoted to music, will be known as the Jenny Lind room.
 The New Britain executive com mittee will send out to Swedish churches and organizations invita- tons to send delegates to a mass meeting which will be held in Vega hall at SS0 D. m. on Sunday, May 18th. At that time the project will he fully explained. .
 Dr. Klngbers stated today that the executive committee will make a special effort 10 interest the young people, believing that the mu- scum will be for their benefit and for the benefit of their descendants rather than for the present older generation
New Britain herald., 1926-04-26
TO START PAYMENT ON
 WAR DEBT 10 ENGLAND
France to Begin at Once, Churchill Says in Ex-
 plaining Budget

London, April e6 Op--France will begin to pay her war debt to Greaf Britain during the present British fiscal year. This was one outstand- ing announcement made by Chancel. Tor of the Exchequvr Winston Churchull today. in presenting thu budget to the house of commons. Frances initial payment will be f4,0Oo,O00.
 Mir. Churchill stated that he had received from Finance Minister Per let assurances that, without preju- dice to the coming negotiations France undertook to make an uncou- dittonal minimum payment of this sum. He paid tribute to this action. Introducing the budget Churchill estimated that the cost of running the British government for he com ing financial year would be fl2.- |64l, ,000.
 This figure includes nearly fls.- lOo0. 000 for new expenditures includ- ing cruisers and empire marketing.
 The dcadwcight debt on March s1. he reported, was f7.616.o00,Qoo. The floating internal deht was reduced by nearly f3S,0oo,oOO during the past year.
 The chancellor told the house that during the past year the attempt to place the coal indusry on an econ 1 -,,.g. h,r;. A57 ,,s.r.I,, gr,,s,1 ali ohcr questions. The coal subsidy. he said. had turned a possible surplus of f5,000. .0oo into a deficit of nearly It14,Oo0. .Ooo.
 He declared that the nation was richer than year ago, that general trade was improving but that basic industries were depressed.
 He evoked n hearty laugh and cries of approval for Lady Astor when he stated that the consumption of beer and spirits had decreased during the year because of high taxation.
 Under the budget as presented. the existing rate of taxation for Ilss6-e7 would be continued. The chancellor said that further reduction in expenditures was imper- atiVc and that tho cabinet committec on economy would continue it's work
 He asserted that an estimates us lthe three branches of the military services would be considered jointly 
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New Britain herald., 1926-04-26
SpOtleSS Town Drive
 Here Week of May 2

Dr. Richard w. Pullen, super intcudent Of tho health depart ment. Mayor Gardner c. Weld and Fire Chief W. J. Noble. con- ferred this morning and decided 10 conduct the annual Clean up Week" campaign the week of May 3,
 The public will be urged 10 clean up yards and vacant lots as well as removing accumula- tions Of intiammable substances from cellars. attics and hatch ways. The annual campaign is conducted to improve the city from an esthetic standpoint as well as in q move for sanitation and fire prevention.
New Britain herald., 1926-04-26
Support Is Assured

Paris, Aprll s6 P--The finance committee Of the chamber of depu- ties generally approved Ambassador Berenger's tactics in the deht fund ing negotiations at Washington after Premier Briand and Finance Minis ter Peret had explained tho situa- ton then. Consequently. ii is learn ed, the final accord with the United States will find a favorable majority in the committee
 M, Peret told the committeeman that he was leaving for London aftc1' the American accord was accom- plished, probably early next week. to negotiate with Chancellor of tho ENcheQuer Winston Churchill.
New Britain herald., 1926-04-26
New Haven Cop Is Shot Through
 Hand By Alleged Rum Runner
Wounded Bluecoat Res cues Brother Officer, Held at Point of Gun and Finally All Three Fugi- tiyes Are Arrested.

New Haven, April 26 Py~-After he : had been shot through the hand by an alleged rum runner early today. Policeman Philip Lynch arrested Edmund J, buckley who had drawn gun on Policeman John Lawlor, Lynch's companion.
 A short time later John Conroy and Louis Nausio were arrested as Buckley's accompliccs in Illegally transporting liquor. Conroy is alleg- ed to have done the shooting.
 Buckley is charged with transport ing liquor with a federal permit, operating a motor vehicle after his license had been suspended and car rying concealed weapons. Conroy is charged with assault with intent to kill; carrying concealed weapons and transporting liquor, Nausio is charg- ed only with illegal transporting.
 Clash Comes unexpectedly.
 The shooting occurred after an unexpected clash of the two police officers who were seeking a stolen automobila and the alleged rum run ncrs. The officers had gone to the rear of Conroy's home where they found two cars, one of which was claimed to have been stolen. and were leaving q garage when two men rolling a barrel appeared in the alley leading to the building. When the men saw the police they drew re- volvers, police said.
 When Officer Lynch ordered the pair to throw down the revolvers and submit to arrest, one of the men ran. He turned onCc. police said, and fired the shot which injured Lynch.
 The latter started in pursuit, but seeing that his companion was at the mercy of Buckley who had Law Tor covered, Lynch pushed his gun into Bucklcy's side and compelled the latter to drop his revolver.
 Buckley was handcUffcd and taken "a the lockNp. Ho figured recently in the police investigation Of thr murder of Henry F. Johnson when It bloody pool cue Is said to have been found in his machine. Johnson was alleged to have been killed with the cue.
New Britain herald., 1926-04-26
Conn. River Flood Is Assuming
 Grave Proportions At Hartford
East Hartford Meadows Appear As Vast Lake-Hud- son and Other New York Streams Also Overflow Banks-Car Traffic Stops in Some Towns-New Hampshire and Mass. Rivers OyerAowng Too.

Hartford, Conn, April 2s Up, -- Lower State street from Commerce. street 10 the dock, lowlands on the north side of the East Hartford bridge, meadows on the east bank Of the river and territory along the valley through which the stream flows were flooded today as the annual spring Connecticut river freshet neured its height.
 Now 20 Feet Deep
 The water this morning rose to 20 feet, rise of more than five feet since Saturday when the river overflowed Its banks and began to creep up State street hill. How ever, indications pointed to the end Of the flood and 1t is not expected
New Britain herald., 1926-04-26
WELD WILL ASK HALL TO REMAIN IN OFFICE First Two ReappOintments Today Are Democratic
 Commissioners

Mayor Gardner C. Weld will ask senator Edward F. Hall to continue in the chairmanship of the board Of finance and taxation. he announced today.
 Senator Hall has directed the f. nancing policies of the city since his appointment to the board of tinanc. and taxation, Jan. I2. 1928, as suc- cessor 10 Frederick s. Chamberlain. who had headed the board since its inception in 1907.
 Mayor Weld said today he has not yet spoken 10 Senator Hall about continuing in office, as he did not feel such formality necessary. since the chalrmans term does not run out until June 1. 1927. In the ab- sence of any contrary statements he had anticipated Senator Halls will ingness to remain at the head of the board of finance, and in formulat- ing the agencies Of government the personnel of that commission had so been cast. 1t was explained today in the executive offices at city hall.
 Senator Hall today expressed his willingness 10 remain in municipal service under the administration of Mayor Weld. Senator Hall, who is republican. became chairman Of the finance board under the admin tstration of A. M. Paonessa, demo- crat. The former mayor frequently paid tribute 10 the work of Senator Hall and attributed many savings to his work.
 The first two appointments made under the republican admini- stration were announced today and both are democrats. George R. Dobson was named to succeed him. self as a member of the board of adjustment in the administration of the zoning act, and Virgil M. Palm CT was reappolnted 10 the cemetery commission. Both are registered democrats.
 The appointment of Commission CT Dobson is for seven year period. Terms on the oard of ad- iustment are the longest of any city commission, there being seven mem hers the term of one of whom ex- pires each year. Mir. Dobson has been a member since the board was created.
 Commissioner Palmer is named for a term of ,hree years. He was named 10 the cemetery committee in 1918 and has served continuously.
New Britain herald., 1926-04-26
Middlet0wn Man Stricken
 And Dies in His Office

Middletown. Conn, April 2G tP'- Daniel William Camp. 65, president and treasurer Of the MddlescV Nu- tual Assurance company of Middle town. died today following a stroke of apopleNF while he was in his of fee. He had been in i'll health for some time.
 Mir. Camr had hoen connected with the company for more than 70 years, serving as special agent, treas urer and president, succeeding in the last mentioned office the later for mer Gov. .. V. Coffin. He also was president of tho Middletown Gas Light company and director of the Farmers and Mechanic savings bank.
 Mir. Camp is surv we'd hy a wife one son. one daughter and a sister.
New Britain herald., 1926-04-26
Congress Must Act If Dry Laws
 Are To Be. Effectually Enforced

unit and policy so as to permit con centration against the liquor traffic and place responsibility for local en- iorcement on local officials.
 Transfer Of alcohol control from the internal revenue bureau 10 tbc prohibition unit.
 Co-ordination of the coast guard collectors and customs and prohibi- uon unit to reduce smuggling, re- SultlnG In practical elimination Of rum row"
 Treasury orders for annual review ot all permits, new control of sacra- mental wine, and limiting the use of Whiskey in the manufacture of pat- ent medicines.
 Organization Of the special alcohol and brewery squads.
 Negotiation of treaties with Mexi- co and Cuba covering smuggling and eXtradition.
 The assistant secretary said tho policy of concentrating is having "a wholesome effect in the restoration of respect for federal law and fed eral law enforcement"
New Britain herald., 1926-04-26
Woman Thought Dead,
 Sued to Clear Title

Augusta Silkin. who is thought to be deceased, is nam cd in an action brought in the city court by Alphone Bores, 10 clear the title to a piece of property which was mortgaged in 1911 to secure a note for s2OO given by the defendant to Ma thilda Ostrowski. In the event that the fact of the death of Mrs. Silkin Is established, her husband, her heirs. representa- tives and creditors, will be brought into court as dcfcnd- ants.
 Bores sets forth that the note which was secured by the mort gage was paid in full by Mrs. Silkin but the mortgage was not released from the land records and constituted a cloud on the title. Kirkham, Cooper, Hun gertord X Camp are counsel for the plaintiff and the action is returnable in the city court the fourth Monday in April.
New Britain herald., 1926-04-26

to surpass in extent freshets of the last few years which averaged 20.5 feet. Harry E. Adams, me- teorologist Of the United States weather bureau here, reported to-. day that the river will 90 up slow. ly for the next 12 or Is hours, and then will probably reach its maxi mum. There Is nothing to indicate q big flood for conditions are nor nal for this time of the year, he said.
 Dock Is Marooned
 The Hartford and New York Transportation company's building and lower dock are marooned ex- cept for one entrance by way of the railroad tracks overhead. The buildings on the south side Of State street, just below Commerce street, have their cellars flooded. some several feet deep. On the east bank. the river has flowed far into the meadows Of East Hartford, surrounding the Hartford Yacht club and extended 10 the streets beyond This morning the water had risen more than q foot above the ground floor of the yacht club. Riverside park Is transformed into a large lake.
 Windsor Feels Effect
 tel nI r, is also affected by the inundation. If 1t were not for the improve ments made by the Loomis insti- ute. that section would be cut off from the main portion Of the town by water. The Pennington river has risen rapidly.
 The freshet has reached the trunk line highway between Mid dletown and Cromwell, but traffic has not yet been impeded. This road is not expected to be affected because the state highway covering the stretch between Middletown and the Little river bridge was raised last fall.
 Middletown fishermen are getting their nets ready for the annual run of alewiyes.
 Falling or Soon
 Meteorologist Adams predicts a falling off of the freshet soon, bas- ing his opinion on the fact that at the Holyoke dam the S.9 foot over flow has become stationary and at Bellows Falls where the water has begun to recede.
 The freshet Is not delaying steamboat service. The steamer Hartford Of the Hartford and New York Transportation company ar rived on time Saturday and left again at 4 o'clock in the after. noon.
 The steamer Middletovn Is laid up in dry dock for repair and will probably not run before next week
New Britain herald., 1926-04-26

had lived hero for over so years During this time she was an active member of St. Matthew's German Lutheran church and was numbered among it's charter members.
 Four daughters, all graduates of Bridgeport hospital, survive her, as follows; Mrs. James Hanna of Bridgeport and Mrs. James Dono- hue, Miss Minnie and Miss Ottilia linn of this city; two sons. Fred and William Linn; a sister. Mrs. Chris ian Burkhardt of this city, and eight grandchildren also survive.
 Funeral services will be held to- morrow afternoon at the home at ? o'clock and at St. Matthew's Ger man Lutheran church at 2:30 o'clock. Rev. A. C. Theodore Steege pastor, will officiate. Interment will ha in Fairviow cemetery.
 Death of Mrs. Yeager
 Word was received today that Mrs. Adeline A. Yeager, formerly Of this city passed away last night at Athol, Mass, at the age Of 71 years. She had been indisposed for a few days but had refused to have her daughter Mrs H. r.. Parker of j9 Lincoln street, this city, notified, and the news of her Gaath came as shock.
 Mrs. Yeager was born in Milford. Mass. in 1855. and was member Of the old colonial Chapin family. She married Joseph r. Yeager ih 1872 and moved 10 Baldwinsville, Mass. MT. Yeager died in 1912 and she came to live with her daughter in this state. residing in New Brti- ain since 1916.
 She was exceptionally artistic and for amusement had often done oil painting and other art work. When her husband died she would not remain idle but put this talent 10 c good purpose. Of recent years she had devoted her ability in this line to the making of silk lamp shades and had been employed as tlltAl httOT Ill iillS lltlu dl lllG DOS ton store in this city and at sev- er;tl stores in Hartford. Several months ago she returned 10 her former home in Athol and di6 similar work there.
 Mrs. Neagcr is survived by her daughter. Mrs. Parker. and one grandson, Kermet E. Parker. She possessed a wide circle of frienas in Massa achusejts and Connecticut and her passing will be genuinely mourned by all those who knew her generosity and industry. Mir. and Mrs. Parker left for Athol this morning. but funeral arrangements are still Incomplete. Burial will be in the family plot al Milford, Mass.
New Britain herald., 1926-04-26
62 Year Old New Yorker
 Weeds Young Phone Girl

New York. April 26 tP,-The mar rlage Of William Hedgcock. 62 year old vice president of the American Car and Foundry company, to Ethel Archer, young telephone operator at the Waldorf Astoria hotel was re- vealed today when it was learned they are on honeymoon trip to Europe.
 The ceremony was performed on Thursday and they sailed shortly afterwards. Aside from confirming reports of the marriage, neither the hotel authorities nor Hedgcock's ses- rotary would give details Of the mar riage
New Britain herald., 1926-04-26
Thc Hudson Also High

Albany, N. T., April 26 Rl-Al- though rivers and streams in northern and eastern New York are still at flood stage today. weather bureau officials here said the situation was mot alarming" /" and that they did not expect the waters to attain the height reach ed three years ago when consider. able property damage was done.
 Reports from GIens Falls said that the Hudson river, which was rising rapidly yesterday, had fallen two feet by noon today, after hay. ing touched a point slightly below flood stage.
 At Albany the river was not A foot above the flood stage at that time. but at Troy it registered l.9 fee over that mark. River front streets in the south end here were flooded
 The Adirondack streams were still in full flood this forenoon, but the lower temperatures that pre- vailed throughout the northern and eastern parts of the state apparent ly had checked the rise and a re- cession of the waters was expected within few hours.
New Britain herald., 1926-04-26
How Dry I Am" Record
 Leads to Wet Discovery

Niddleboro, Mass, April 26 tF--A photograph record was scratching off How Dry I Am" when Chief of Police Alden c. SiSson. another off cer, and Chief Lewis Of the Carver police raided a house only two doors from the home Of Chief Lewis. The officers suggested 10 Mrs John Pouliot that it would be shame 10 disturb her furnishings in a hunt for liquor. She gave them a key. They unlocked the phonograph case and found five and one-half pints of moonshine.
New Britain herald., 1926-04-26
Secretary Andrews Says Legislative Aid Is Neces- sary if Enforcement Branch Is to Do More Than Plug Along"

Washington, April 26 P-Respon- si6ility for improvement in prohibit ton enforcement conditions now rests with congress in the opinion .of Secretary Andrews, in charge of the dry work.
 Coincident with his statement. Chairman Cummins of the senate Judiciary committee introduced the five bills recently drawn up by the enforcement chief, designed to tight en the prohibition laws.
 MT. Andrews, in reflecting today on the hearings conducted by the senate Investigating committee. said that If the enforcement branch was to do more than plug along" must have the legislative aid he has re quested.
 Reviewing activities of his forces in the last year, he called attention to those developments which he be- lievcd had considerably improved conditions.
 Efficiency Plans
 Reorganization Of the prohibition
New Britain herald., 1926-04-26
CAPTURES RUM CAR

Danbury. Conn, April 2s FD -- State Policeman Leo Carroll, of the Ridgefeld barracks, pursued a flee ing limousine from 8 point a few miles east of this city, through New town and into Sandy Hook early this morning. Overriding the car he searched it and found 12O one gal lon cans of alcohol The driver of the car, who said he was Rosario Terrase. of 35 Central street, Anso- nla, was brought. 10 Danbury and locked up.
New Britain herald., 1926-04-26
Not Alarmed at Springfield

Springfield, Mass, April 26 Rl-- Though the Connecticut river is still rising here today and mod crate freshet" conditions prevail, experienced river men predict that, barring sudden warm weather or heavy rain, there will be no great further rise. The river is over it's banks in places here but not farther than is usually reached in the high water period The high way between Northampton and Mt. Tom Junction was covered for a snort time today. Southern Yer mont points report only slight rise in the last A hours At Bel lows Falls there was liz feet of water on the dam today.
New Britain herald., 1926-04-26
Roads Are Blocked

Montpelier, Vt.. April 26 GP - The flood conditions that threat ened the business district of Mont pelier yesterday disappeared dur ing the night when much cooler weather developed, causing the wa ter to drop about four feet In the streams passing through this city.
 No serious damage has been re- ported in central Vermont. Roads were Blocked in some sections Sunday because of the high water but were open to traffic this morn- ing. The water was about seven feet above normal yesterday.
New Britain herald., 1926-04-26
STRANnEn C.N REEF

ClearWa atrr Fla. April S6 tP - Seven persons adrrt in speed boat were rescued carly today when the vessel was found stranded on q coral reel ten miles of shore. Search had bren carried on all night when the boat did not return from a pleas ure trip.
New Britain herald., 1926-04-26
Factories Shut DoUn

Watertown, N. Y, April 26 B,- A rise of several feet in the Black river during the last 4S hours forced many industrial plants in Watertown and vicinity to shut down today.
 This city's street car system was compelled to stop service when its generating plant was closed by the high water, Sections Of the city along the river bank were inun-
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New Britain herald., 1926-04-26
FATAL AUTO CRASH
Two Killed, Two Critically Injurc,i Returning From Wedding Cele- bration in New York.

New York, April 26 UP,-Two per sons were killed and two seriously injured early today when an automo- bile in which they were returning from a wedding celebration struck a telegraph pole in Queens Boulevard.
 The dead are Michael F. McCau- ley 2S. and Miss Alice Tanning. 25, both Of Brooklyn. Frank Hunter. 26. and Miss Mary O'Rourke, 20, aslo Of Brooklyn, were taken to q hospital where it was said both may die.
New Britain herald., 1926-04-26
THE WEATHER

Hartford, April 26-ForcCast for New Britain and vicinity: Fair tonight and Tuesday; slowly rising temperature
 Tuesday
New Britain herald., 1926-04-26
Discussions Are Not Terminated However, But France Must Re- wise Her Settlement Offer.
Safety Clause" Certain to Be Eliminated - Initial Payment Must Be More Than p Million Dollars.

Washington, April 26 tRl-rrancs must revise its new offer for settle ment Of it's war debt 70 this couutry the American debt commission de. cided today.
 The decision was reached at the second meeting Of the American commission to study the proposal put forward last week by French Ambassador Berengar. Secretary Mellon will confer with the ambas- sador before negotiations are resum.