New Britain herald., 1926-04-08

hearing on all sides we don't want the women in politics; their place is in the home, what do they want 10 butt Into our perogatiyes for and many other equally foolish re- marks But now we all know bet ter; We know that women are cap- able of not only looking out for the home, but they have added some thing to politics that has been distinctly lacking for many years.
 Politics Is one of the most III used words in our language. IL is not office seeking. It is not the use of devious arts by the deme- gogue or office seeker to gain power over men. IL is one ot the finest words In our language and is simply the doctrine Of how to live together happily and successfully in organlz- ed society. And so when you hear politics mentioned do not shudder or shrink from your duty 10 help make this a better world 10 live in by doing your part in politics,
 "The republican party have con- ferred upon me great honor. By nominating me tho republican can- didate for mayor. IL was an honor T had not sought. But now. am mayor Of the city Of New Britain Ladies. I want 10 be mayor Of our city my city. tho town of my birth, and I am going 10 strive to the best of my ability for that honor, and I know that can count on you to help me attain that position.
 "lt is not my intention tu stand up here before you. and make lot of promises. It Is not my intention to make incorrect or misleading statements. The office that I am seeking is an honorahlc one. and should only he obtained by honor able methods.
 'T have heard the words 'untried' and experiment. used a great deal lately and ladies if they mean that I am untried or an experiment in politics. that Is the truth. I am not a willy politician, I am not a spell binder. I am & business man and the ethics of business should be ap- piled 10 the office of the mayor of New Britain.
 New Britain is a biz business and can only be run successfully as a business. l have been an aggressive business man, and should expect to be an aggressive mayor.
 "Tn business, problems are met with, and dealt with promptly. Inn portant matters are not left 10 dwn- dle and dwaddle along until the l1th hour, when ruin may be imminent, They are given immediate attention.
 some of you ladies are in busi- ness, and others have husbands in business. You don't need to be told the advantages of real business ad- mnistration and I will make you again my promise that if I am elect cd I shall strive to the best Of my ability to administer the affairs of dhc city on a strictly business basis without regard for religion, nation- ality or class nor am l, nor will l be bound 10 any faction or man nor will l he dictated 10 by anyone. and ladies I speak from a heart that beats for New Britain and a head that is cool.
 we were all very much pleased and encouraged by the results of the work that was accomplished in the fifth ward during the nomination campaign and now ladies we are go- ing out and work cloanly. honestly and straightforWardly, and carry the ntth ward for the republican party on April the 18th,
 Ladies Of the fifth, want to thank you for this opportunity of meeting with you. want you 10 know that this meeting with you . has brought me new courage, new confidence to carry on.'