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New Britain herald., 1926-02-22
Montreal Thronged With
 Visitors From States

Montreal, Feb. 22 GP) ---- Local hotels are thronged with visitors from the United States who will spend Washington's birthday ami
 versty in Canada. Four state Sen ators from Massachusetts and q group of medical men form one
 party. The senators are Yelling ton Wells, president of the senate; Walter F. McLane. of Fall River,
 chairman of the ways and means committee; D. A. Snow. of Wake field. chairman of the municipal af- fairs committee, and A. F. Bliss Of Maiden, floor leader.
 1 In the medical group are walter
 f}app Of Brockton, chairman of the board of trustees of Medfe,d state hospital and Dr. George NJ. Kline of Boston commissioner of the depart- ment Of mental diseases.
New Britain herald., 1926-02-22
FARM COMMUNITIES IRE
 IN NEED OF REAL MEN
Lowdcn Declares That Farmer Boys Are steadily Marching
 Into Cities.

Washington. Feb. 22 Pl--lf the cty-ward trek Of the rural youth continues us rapidly as t has in tho last five years, the next generation will witness farm population
 largely composed of tn" physically Iand mentally unfit, Frank 0, Low Iden, former Illinois governor, today told the National Education associa- ton convention.
 Conditions of living on the farm must be equnli2od with city home conditions, MT, I,owden declared, because the farm child and the farm housewife know all about city convenicnces and normal boys and girls will not stay on the farm Isufforing from douhlo standard of living,
 The rural school. which formed Mir. Lowden's theme, was in his day, he said, center of genuine community lifc. Now for the most Irart it stands deserted on the hill top. with an appearance of de- .crcpitude which is usually mclan- choly memorial of better days.
 At the same time. he said. tho schools in towns and cities have vastly improved, and tho National Education association. 'aware of the paralysis slowly creeping over the country schools" has initiated the movement for the consolidated country school But these cannot be adopted generally, MT Lowdcn thought, until the farmers income has increased.
 A committee of the N. F. A. in- vestigated agricultural conditions all over this country and Europe said Mr. Lowdcn, and learned that where farmers organized themselves into cooperative marketing associations, thero agriculture was in It's best estate. So a committee was chos- en to prepare a course of instruc- ton for public schools 10 teach the spirit as well as the substance of the cooperate method in agricul- t,1Tp
New Britain herald., 1926-02-22
THE FATHER or HIS
 cot NTRI


 This Is the day when annual homage Is done to George Wash- jnston, first president of the United States. first citizen in the hearts Of his countrymen while he lived, and the father of his country.
 Tn every school in the land eager faces were turned forward today as teachers told the story of his life and accomplishments; repeating the story of the cherry tree to sug- gest 10 growing youth they follow In the footsteps of his honesty; telling of the harsh days at Valley Forge, when the first builder of a nation prayed to Almighty God for strength and victory; mentioning the heroic crossing of the Della ware in the dead of winter; of the final triumph at Yorktown and the unanimous calling of the great leader 10 the chair of the first presidency.
 Today fresh wreaths were placed upon the tomb of Washington at Mount Vernon. Men came from afar 10 stand with bowed and un- covered heads before the last. resting place of the great con- structionist.
 Among aour great presidents, George Washington stands unique in it not having been possible to copitalize his name and accom- plishments in connection with any political party,
 Many of us, when we sthink of Lincoln, also uncorsciously think of the birth Of the Republican party and note the attempts that have been made 10 use his name as q sort of political trademark which Of course is not 10 the credit Of such party leaders as attempt 1t. When we think of Jefferson we un- consciously regard him as the father of Democratic party princi- ples; and perhaps at the same time contemplate how far the Democratic party sometimes has swayed from Jcffersonian princi- ples. When we think of Roosevelt we think almost instantaneously of the Republican party; and indeed, attempts from time 10 time have been made 10 capitalize his fame into political currency. When we think of Wilson VIC think or him as a great Democrat as well as hay ing been an impressive figure in modern world history.
 But when WIG think of George Washington we think of no politi- cal party and no political doc trines. It is G ,orgo Washington tho man. the great counsellor Of the new republic and its citizens whose memory wc honor
New Britain herald., 1926-02-22
AIKSHIp SAFETY

The fcrvid declaration Of Captain Heinen in this city that airship travel is perfectly safe, but that the operation of dirigibles requires experience and ability 10 avoid the center of aerial disturbances, can be considered as partly answered in the affirmative by tho navy de- partment itself, which proposes to construct several new dirigibles, each 10 be twice as large as the Shenandoah. The fvc-year air pro- gram Of the navy department in cludes an appropriation for their construction.
 When Captain Hcincn says that hn could have taken the Shcnan- doah across Ohio during the storm period the first reaction may be that this is easy 10 say, but is not ] amenahle 10 proof. Yet considering tho able manner in which he guid- "a the ship 10 safety during q se- wore storm at Lak"hurst, when it , was necessary to unite the ship from it's mooring mast during the storm. one cannot help concluding that he knows low 10 handle such an air monster under all condi- tiors. Few will be prepared 10 say 1 that Lieutenant Commander Lans- downn could do equally well.
 The captain is an enthusiastic air dog - 10 coin word having at least as much sense as that re- latIng 10 sea dog. His picturesque method of depicting the safety in 1 the air seemed 10 be convincing. The nct result Of his address in this city will be that greater conh- ienco exists as 70 the future of airship travel in this country. We join others in hoping that all the rosy forecasts made by th" distin. Cuished visitor will come true and that most Of us will live 10 sec the time when comfortable air trin anywhere on inc planet can be made with safety.
New Britain herald., 1926-02-22
QUESTIONS ANSWERED

You can get an answer 10 any question of fact or information by writing to the Question Editor, New Britain eHrald, Washington Bureau, lS22 New York avenue, Washington, D, C. enclosing two cents in stamps for reply. Medica. legal and marital advice cannot be given. nor can ex- tended research be undertaken. All other questions will receive a per- sonal reply. Unsigned requests can not be answered. All letters are Nonfldential.--E Editor.
 c. When was the city of Coloene Germany founded? Where did it get it's name?
 A. Founded in 3S E. C. Cologne Of koln is one of the most ancient German cities. Rome made it the administrative seat of her holdings in South Germany, surrounding the city with formidable walls and add ing the even more formidable name, Colonia Cluadia Ara Agrippinensis. AS the city expanded far beyond its walls, it's name shrank in proportion until only "Colonia" meaning "col. 'ony" was left. Gallicized this became Cologne which has also been adopted as the English form; Germanicized 1t was contracted to "Koln."
 Q. What is the duration of q stars existence?
 A. According to Science Service 1t is estimated roughly as 30 tril- lion years on the average.
 c. Who are some of the leading singers of the present day?
 A. Among the best known are Galli-Gurci, Madame Schumam- Heink. Louise Homer, Alma Gluck. Tetrazzlni, Chaliapin, Gigli, John Mccormack, Scotti, Charles Hackett, and Mary Lewis,
 c. On the death of a beneficiary of a Government War Risk Insur- ance policy 10 whom is the money paid?
 A. If the beneficiary dies before the ontiro amount is eXtinguishcd the proceeds remaining are paid to the person or persons who, according to the laws of the state in which the insured lived would be entitled to his personal property: provided, however, such person or persons come within the permitted class of bcneficiaries, which includes spouse, child, grandchild, parent, brother, sister, uncle, aunt, nephew, niece, brother-in-law or sister-in-law.
 Q. What is the value of a violin inscribed "Antonius stradivarius Cremoncnsis Faciebat Anno 1735? What do the words mean?
 A. Only an expert can tell the value of a violin. Many violins are falsely labelled. Tho words are in- tended to convey that the violin was made by Antonio Stradivarius in the year 1735 and is a Cremona.
 c. How are the ears of the German Police Dog made to stand so erect?
 A. The ears of the pure blooded German Police Dog naturally stand erect. If there is droop to the ears 1t is indicative that the dog is not of pure bloodod stock.
 Q. What is the average yield Of potatoes per acre in the United States?
 A, From 100 to 10G bushels: o40 to 250 bushels are not unusual and occasionally it runs as high as 400 bushels.
 c. Can a person who was tried and acquitted for an offense be tried
New Britain herald., 1926-02-22
Facts
Ky ROBERT CULLEN

Pcrshing was lucky, al that Ere, Iducntly tho pcacemakcr gets his teeth knocked ont,
 Wu can't understand all AIusso- linl says, but "Gr-r-r," sounds the same in all languages.
 There's no such thing as q self made man, Only his grammar is homemade,
 Japan keeps or kicking about density ol popuation What sho needs is good roads and uutomo- piles, IL isn't that preachers have grown sorry; tho congregation has developed.
 A lot of mon who only sit and whittle might haHc been good sur. geons if properly trained,
New Britain herald., 1926-02-22

sion.
 The teacher had been explaining about tho splendid character of George Washington.
 Now tell mo. Roland" said the teacher, indicated n small black haired boy in the back of the room, in what was Washington first" Roland, who had been inattontlve, replied; T dunno"
 Tho teacher attempted 10 help him. Washington was first in war first in peace, and first in. .,An. swer Roland"
 First in the American League
 Julia Bloom. Copyright, 1926, Reproduction
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New Britain herald., 1926-02-22
\ TRIBUTE TO GEORGE WASHINGTON

From One Who still Believes in H!m
 By George $. ChappclI Q Washington, my Washington. When l was but q youth My school books spoke of you as one Who always told the truth. | learned how at the cherry tree When you were apprehcnded, You answered brayely. Tt was mel" And were, Iorwith, commended. And now an author guy, 1t seems, Says all this was myth, Invented by one Parson Weems To point q moral with, l HATE these idol smashing birds And their ill-timcd harangucs: I'm glad their true but tactless
 words Rebound, like boomerangs. Of this I'm sure: that HAD there
 been A tree, as I was taught, And HAD you had q hatchct keen And been rcd handed caught, And IF your Pa HAD said: Who
 wackcd My tree? Speak up now, kid!" That you'd have answered as, in
 fact,
 still believe YOU DID.
New Britain herald., 1926-02-22
Observation On 7he WeQther

Washington Feb. 22.--Forccnst for southern New England: Cloudy, probably snow tonight and Tuesday. Not much change in temperature. Fresh north and northeast winds.
 Forcc9 st for Eastern New York: Cloudy probably snow or rain on the coast and snow in the interior late tonight; colder tomorrow in southwest portion; fresh north or northwest winds.
New Britain herald., 1926-02-22
FAILURE TO INCREASE
 nus FARES

The litney bus interests Of New
 Britain today failed to obtain per.
 mission from tho Public UtlSss Commission 10 increase bus faN,S
 and from the decision will learn much to guide them In the future, Some Of the New Britain inde- pendent lines, the r. [. c. de- clared, were earning fair return upon their investments, while the books ot the others were not well enough kept, it was stated, to de- terminc exactly how they stand n- nancially. II can be assumed from this that before the bus lines make another attempt 10 raise rates they will first see 10 1t that their book keeping is at maximum efficiency,
 A raise in bus rates on the in- dependent lines without free transfers would not have been just to the public irrespective Of how few patrons took advantage of the transfer privilege. Had the busscs retained their earlier inclination 10 yield such free transfers with an increase in rates 1t is possible that Sn f nd the same principle Of covering their cost through higher gen eral fare, as is the case in the Con- nccticut company. But after the public had been led to believe free transfers wern part of the plan. and tho city began 10 oppose raise in rates merely to obtain them, the bus interests suddenly dropped the transfer scheme -- in fact denying they ever harbored the plan and depended alto gether upon alleged increases in costs of operation 10 get an in- crease in rates. They simply could not convince the P. |. C. of the justice of this desire.
 A great many independent bus lines throughout the state were started upon shoe strings" 10 use popular and distinctive term in- dicating a paucity of capital. The resulting high overhead in operat- ing expenses cannot be blamed upon the public, and the public cannot be expected to foot the bill. The bus lines will have to put their houses in order and gradually reduce their overhead. As rule . they are doing . good business, judged from the crowded condition of the vehicles during parts of the day, and there is no reason why they should not be able to survive and prosper. They have opened lines in hitherto unserved sections of the city and have been q great public benefit. But because some lines do not show enough profit docs not mean that other lines which show a better profit can be allowed to raise rates also. Later.
 If it can be shown that individual lines simply cannot make a req. sonable return, tho F. L. c. might be expected 10 come to their as- sistancc; but those that are all ready making q reasonable return cannot be allowed to increase their rates merely because the less effi- cicnt lines need profits.
 The r. |. C. decision is a victory for the city, Mayor Paonessa hay ing been an active defender of the public rights in opposing an in crease at this time.
New Britain herald., 1926-02-22
KARPINSKI OFFERS AID

Beginning tomorrow. Revenue Collector Stanley Karpinski will be at the Chamber of Commerce rooms in the Raphael building to assist any who may wish help in filling out their income tax returns,
New Britain herald., 1926-02-22
WOMAN's CLUB MEETING

The civic department of the Wom- ans club will have charge of the meeting Tuesday afternoon at 2 o'clock in St. Marks parish house. The needs and activities of the local welfare associations will be told ny members and there will be folk dances by local Assy1ian, Italian and Polish residents.
New Britain herald., 1926-02-22

That Chicago scientist says the end Of the world will be case Of "pouf'" And that's all. In about 95.00o.000 years this planet will get foo close 10 the sun. There will be nothing left 10 worry about, Not even inc ncwspapers will have time 10 get out extra editions 10 warn the public of the imminent ex- Hsrlenee.
New Britain herald., 1926-02-22

Suzanne Wurtz, former cham pion girl swimmer in France, am nounCes she will try 10 swim the English channel She is conserva- tive; she says she will try to swim ii, not necessarily get across.
New Britain herald., 1926-02-22
ATTEMPT TO EQuAIIZE TAXATION OF ESTATES

The restoration of inheritance taxes in the federal revenue bill is not only a victory of tho House over the Senate plan to abolish them, but will provide a unique plan 10 avoid duplication in the payment of such taxes to the states, II was the principal issue in Congress In connection with such taxes. The plan adopted Is intended 10 promote uniformity in state laws, while yielding the chief revc- nues from this source 10 the states. In other words, in the states hav- ing inheritance taxes the federal government will allow up to 80 per cent credit on account of such taxes, The bill now awaits final passage and this is expected,
 This feature of the bill will tend to equalize inheritance taxes whether eXactod by states or the government, Florida and few other states, which have dscontin- ued the eXaction of state inhcri- tance taxes in an effort to lure the rich, will have their aims largely defeated by the new tax bill. The federal government will simply collect greater amounts in these states than in the others where credit for state estate taxes is given.
 The retroactive feature Of the in- hertanco tax section of the bill. however, is subject 10 criticism be- cause of its manifest purpose 10 save 10 south Carolina s10,0o0, ,000 in bequests from the estate of the late James B. Duke, the tobacco magnate, Color is given to this premise by the fact that the retro active feature of the bill was originated by Senator Simmons of North Carolina. the leader of the Democratic side In the tax bill fight In order that South Carolina can gain slo,0oo,ooo. the retroac- tive feature will allow the govern ment to lose sS5,000,000 This is d species Of sectional and state loy- alty that all citizens will not ap- preciate.
 Federal inheritance taxes in Connecticut during 1925 were s4,- 204.000; while state collections in Connecticut during 1924 were sl,- 957.00o, Under the tax law the amount of inheritance paid to any state may be deducted from tho amount due to the federal govern ment if the payment to the state does not exceed 25 per cent of the total federal tax The object is to promote uniformity in the treat ment of inheritances by tho states.
 Under the so per cent plan, an estate taxable under the federal law at s10O,000, in state whose rates were equal to so per cent of the federal rates, would pay ESQ., 900 10 tho state and $20,000 to the federal government. Most of the state rates are considerably below so per cent of the new federal rates and the result should be wide read djustmcnt of rates among the states to make them yield ap- proXimately so per cent of the amount that would be due the fed oral government in the absence Of state taxes. New York and Penn sylyania have already readjustcd their inheritance laws to permit their taking advantage of the ad- ditional revenue allowed without increasing the total Of the taxes payable on their estates. Many other states in all likelihood will do likewise.
New Britain herald., 1926-02-22

Erich von Strohcim, moving pie ture director, has become an American citizen and thereby throws overheard q foreign title that failed to ruin him. Strohcim has proved q valuable addition to the art life of America and it is no moro than fitting that ho should be citizen in the land where hc attained success and landed a large slice of shckcls.
New Britain herald., 1926-02-22

In order 10 assist those in New Britain who may want to partici- pate in that 'gold rush" 10 On tario we are glad 10 advise that the gold Is to be found 1900 miles northwest of Toronto, 50 miles east of the boundary of Manitoba; and that the spot is 14O miles from tho nearest railroad. and that it requires dog teams 10 get there. Just now the territory is an easy place in which 10 freeze.
New Britain herald., 1926-02-22

Shop talk will not be barred at the postal clerks convention There being no delegates from the public. thero will bo no criticism Of the service.
New Britain herald., 1926-02-22
still believe YOU DID.
Outside Looking In

Henley: "Thcy want mo 10 take the part of a hobo in the next play our church will Eiye,' Irving: "Wcl, take it, You're a bum actor"
 Regina Pfeffer,
New Britain herald., 1926-02-22
Proved His Love

Gloria: "Whot makes you so sure that Carter loves you?"
 Emily; "Hccause of something he called me last night"
 Gloria; What was that?"
 Emily; q was about 10 get on n street car and he called mo taxi"
New Britain herald., 1926-02-22

Some keen observers seem 10 think the smaller newspapers arc the only ones making bowling sue cesses in printing typographical errors. But one New York paper, in announcing that it's 'high spirited virtuosi handling type" had twisted an account of an opera performance out of shape so that nobody could understand it. re- printed the entire account, as il ought to have been, in the follow Ing days edition.
New Britain herald., 1926-02-22

Member Audit Bureau Of Circulation. The A 8. c. t a naiioral organization whic, iurnishes newspa per, and adver. tsers with a strictly honest ahhlfsh or circulation. Our circulation sta,lsttes are ha.ed upon this audit. This 'nsnfet protection against fraud in newspaper distribution figures to both national and local advertisers.
New Britain herald., 1926-02-22
IL Might Have Been Worse. ro,L ,

lt Might Have Been Worse, Folks: George Washington. the school
 books say cut down q cherry
 tree,
 Perhaps that's why the fruits so
 dear and scarce as 1t can be, But let's bo glad he didn't chop the
 Fun Tree down as well. For life without the Fun Tree.
 Folks, Why-Wouldn't that be IL?
New Britain herald., 1926-02-22

The New Jersey legislature is doadlockcd while considering 1000 new laws. The harassed skeotcrs in the form or the public will hopo it stays dcadlockcd.
New Britain herald., 1926-02-22
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send all communications Ca Fun shop Editor care Of the New Britain Herald ami your letter will be forwarded to New York
New Britain herald., 1926-02-22

Ths Herald is on saie daily in New York at Hotaling's Newsstand. Times souars; schul,z's Newsstandm Entrance Grand Central. <aud Street.
New Britain herald., 1926-02-22

The only profitable advertising medium in tho City. Circulation books and ares, room always open to advertisers
New Britain herald., 1926-02-22

Fame consists in having people think you are the wonder you think you are.
New Britain herald., 1926-02-22

There no longer seen 10 be ap- prentices for the h1rseshoeing trade.
New Britain herald., 1926-02-22

Doubtless the world will change greatly when some agnosttc writes q book that equals the circulation of the Bible.
New Britain herald., 1926-02-22
M,mbe, of the Associated Press

 The Associated Press ts exclusively en. titled 10 Inc uso for republication Of all newr credited 10 it O. not otherwise credited in ths paper and also local news published herein.
New Britain herald., 1926-02-22
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Blt why par ulltOmObllcS rom q college? Surely there should be some place where people can learn to drive.
 One shuddcrs to think what kids of the next generation must do to shock their parents.
 A city Is a place where only q few are big enough for their do- mestic affairs 10 be news.
 Even a reformer must have pleas ant days when the world doesn't seem so very rotten.
 A merger simply means that fewer men will divide the consum- CTS dollar.
 It must be discouraging to poli- tician when the people are too busy to shudder when he mentions Wall street.
 Prohibition is six years old, and still there are people who don't know a single bootlcggcr
New Britain herald., 1926-02-22

Correct this sentence: "Thcy wrecked their car." said he, and didn't claim to have turned over three times instead of one.'
 (protcctcd hy Publishers Syndicatc)
New Britain herald., 1926-02-22

Advnrsity helps. Many q man is developed by the need of paying alimony
New Britain herald., 1926-02-22
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Human nature: Riding in a closed car and being glad it is the other fellows tire that is flat.
New Britain herald., 1926-02-22

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New Britain herald., 1926-02-22

Entered at the Post ofiiee at Kew Britain as Second Clau Mali Matter,
New Britain herald., 1926-02-22
Initial Determination

Initial Determination Marshall: "Old Hank started south yesterday. F. o. B." Albert: "F. o. B.? Full of Booze?'
 Marsha1E No Florida or Bust"
 Morris K. Rcinhcimer.
New Britain herald., 1926-02-22

There are about 100000 blind in America, only q few of whom will render snap declsions at second this summer.