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Askov American. [volume] (Askov, Pine County, Minn.) 1914-current, 1926-10-14
The BLESSINGS OF HARD WORK
Duluth Herald)

Secretary of Labor James ]. Davis
thinks that hard work is blessing, a
good thing. and not an evil to be
Stunned. He certainly knows about
it.. As a mere boy, he began life as
puddler's assistant in an iron works,
and thence by degrees, working hard
all the time, made his way to seat
in the presidents cabinet He is
working still.
In days gone by, judges, SENTENCE
ing convicted men to terms of years
in prison, began adding to the time
allotment the expression "at hard
labor The infliction of hard labor
was intended to terrify and it really
did terrify except, perhaps, that sea-
soned convicts did not object to it.
They knew it's value.
In fact without hard labor, life in
prisons would be horrible. When the
inmates are kept idle, they beg, for
work to do. They prefer it often to
food. They suffer far more in idle
ness than they do under strenuous
labor.
Fashion is very potent. 1t is some
how the fashion to pity the hard
worker. The worker, in a way, pre-
tends to follow this fashion, but in
his heart he likes his work and finds
joy in it. The worker never has much
pity for a man or woman with fairly
paid work to do. The person he is
truly sorry for is the one who is
looking for job and cannot find it.
When this old world of ours de-
cides that, work for everybody is a
good thing, and not an evil, the place
will be improved. There is no COM
fort. without it. There is nothing
useful or beautiful without work
either by the hand of man or the toll
of nature.
All this does not mean that work
should be excessive or poorly paid,
but exertion that merely tires, that
brings good appetites, capacity for
enjoyment of rational pleasures and
refreshing sleep is boon. Why deny
what everyone knows?
The modern world strives with dill
gence, to dignity labor. 1t must do
this because there is so much of it,
SO many are at it and the level of
intelligence is so high. These words
are not to be taken narrowly. The
white collar job, for instance, is usu-
ally very hard and very necessary
labor. AS Secretary Davis says, a
person should put his best into his
work, and he will be rewarded with
health, happiness and prosperity.
Askov American. [volume] (Askov, Pine County, Minn.) 1914-current, 1926-10-14
LOCK AT THE BALLOT

In this weeks issue is published
samples of the official ballots to be
voted upon in the general election,
Tuesday, Nov 2. Look the ballots
over carefully and choose your candi-
dates before going to the polls. We
should all exercise our franchise
rights. Living in democratic
country as this, it is nothing more or
less than OUR plain duty. 1t is the
privilege of each and every voter to
vote as he or she pleases and that
privilege should be appreciated to
the extent of going to the polls to
cast the ballot. Vote as you please,
but vote on Nov. 2.
Askov American. [volume] (Askov, Pine County, Minn.) 1914-current, 1926-10-14

Doubters may be very interesting
persons, <fairminded and all that.
They are never quite sure just what
the truth is. They are over-toler-
ant. The doors of the mind swing
back and forth as easily as the kit
chen door in restaurant. That's a
virtue, but doors can swing too easily.
Doubters are often honest seekers.
But the great men of earth have
rarely been doubters. They have
been seized by convictions. They
have made great affiirmations. They
have been sure. They have had the
kind of faith that is a spiritual re-
ality.
Askov American. [volume] (Askov, Pine County, Minn.) 1914-current, 1926-10-14

Lawyers are sometimes called liars
by. the supposedly more innocent, or
by those who do not pull through
with their cases after engaging them.
One editorial writer puts it this way:
THE marvel is that so great a ma
jority of lawyers should be honest
men, after associating with clients
eager to best each other"
Askov American. [volume] (Askov, Pine County, Minn.) 1914-current, 1926-10-14
LEGION NEWS
(Issued by Minnesota Legion News
Service.)
Post Wants Quota Raised.

Post Wants Quota Raised.
Practically every Minnesota post
will have to speed up to reach the
1927 quota set by DR.. A. F. Branton
of Willmar, Minnesota Legion Mem
bership Director, but they'll do it
and then some, if the action of the
biggest Gopher post is followed. Doc
set $50 members as the 1927 total of
st. Paul Post No. 8. Back to Willmar
went wire reading: "In executive
session our post voted to raise it's
quota to 1000 members for 1927.
Permission requested to do So" Yes,
Doc granted that request.
Seventh Rallies Oct. 20.
The big guns Of the Seventh DistS
riot will open fire on the 1927 mem
bership quota following rally at
Madison October %, at which all
posts and units of that district will
be represented and State Commander
Rand will be guest and speaker.
Joe MCGOWAN, 7th District Legion
Commander and Mrs. A. C. Carlson
of Willmar, District Auxiliary Pres
ident, will lead the barrage.
4O-Sers Get New Title.
Are you a member of the B. M. Y.
may be the way 40-S members address
fellow Legionnaires from now on.
That is the mystic designation given
voyageurs by Miss Dorothy B. Harper
of the corresponding fun society of
the Legion Auxiliary, the 8 ct 40.
The letters stand for BEST Men YETI,
which indicates how high, members
of La Societe des Forty Hommes ct
Eight Chevaux stand with Miss Har-
per. The 40-S is a special secret fun
society to which Legionnaires with
proof Of worthy deeds are eligible.
Beware Smoke Screen!
Pittsburg delegates to the Phila-
delphia Legion convention advertised
their home town by distributing so
many stogies among visitors that the
result was likened to the atmosphere
surrounding their city. "It's a Pitts
burg smoke screen, they said.
Sunday At Washington.
The Gopher Legion Family Reunion
as the Minnesota special train to
big old Philadelphia is described,
camped a day at the National
Capitol-Sunday October 17-so that
Washington sights might be visited.
Hanford McNider, former Legion ma
tional commander, now assistant Sec
rotary of war, gave them a warm
welcome.
Gold Medal Station Helps Get
Out Vote.
Two Minnesota Legionnaires, candi-
dates for congress from the Fourth
District, will debate the prohibition
question from the Gold Medal Station
Friday, October 20. They are Melvin
J. Mas and Albin S. Pearson of st.
Paul. On the same day Mrs w. D.
Villars, Minnesota Legion Auxiliary
National Committewoman, will give
the second of a series of talks citing
reasons for supporting Forestry
Amendment No. 2 at the November
election.
Askov American. [volume] (Askov, Pine County, Minn.) 1914-current, 1926-10-14

Teacher-Do you know what the
Order of the Bath is?
Mickey-Sure, ma'am. In our house
it's Katy, then me brudder, then me.
Butler Collegian.
Askov American. [volume] (Askov, Pine County, Minn.) 1914-current, 1926-10-14

She-What could be more useless
than life spent just making money?
He-A life spent just trying to
make money, my dear.-Legion Week
ly.
Askov American. [volume] (Askov, Pine County, Minn.) 1914-current, 1926-10-14

Humorous man in street car-Has
anyone dropped wad of notes with
a rubber band round them?
Chorus of vOices-Yes, l havei
Humorous maxwell, I've lust
found the rubber band.
Askov American. [volume] (Askov, Pine County, Minn.) 1914-current, 1926-10-14
Information.

About activities of the State
Legislature is wanted by the
people in order to build up
better understanding. You
will get this if you elect
Askov American. [volume] (Askov, Pine County, Minn.) 1914-current, 1926-10-14

You're looking WELL"
II ought to be; I just paid Doctor
Soakem $780,"
Askov American. [volume] (Askov, Pine County, Minn.) 1914-current, 1926-10-14

1t is always easy to find difficulties
in the way when people don't want to
do a thing.
Askov American. [volume] (Askov, Pine County, Minn.) 1914-current, 1926-10-14
Explaining II

'Waiter, what is this extra cover
charger" "The owner has just had
the roof shingled, sir"
Askov American. [volume] (Askov, Pine County, Minn.) 1914-current, 1926-10-14
His Specially

Lulu-How come yuh is always
lookin' fer job an neber findin' one?
Mose-Dat's skill, woman. Skill!
New Britain herald., 1926-08-24
EXPERIMENT. WILL
 BENEFIT PUBLIC
Thompson Trust Fund Plans at
 BTaiIloD0lO, Vt.

Rrattlcboro, Vt. Aug. 94 LP-An experimental arrangement whereby persons of only moderate means in and near Brattlcboro may receive home nursing during the coming year at half the regular price have been made by trustee of the Thomas Tompson trust, it was made known today.
 The trust, established under the will of Thomas Thompson of New York, has carried out extensive philanthropic projects in Bratte- boro and Rhinebeck, N. Y.
 The experimental plan includes the formation of the Thomas Thompson Benefit association, a membership of about 500 self-sus- taining persons will be sought who will pay toward the project at the rate of $2 for each single person. $3 for each married couple and fifty cents for each child. This will en- title the members 10 home care either by graduate nurses or Mutual Aid association attendant nurses at half the usual charge.
 If the plan proves successful the trustees plan to enlarge it's scope and include hospital care and modi- cal service. Other projects backed by the trust here are Q memorial hoSDitoI q Nutua1 Aid oecoci,tior 10 provide home nursing. a Mutual Aid Maternity Home and Welfare Work in schools.
New Britain herald., 1926-08-24
RELEASE YOUTH ON
 CHARGE OF THEFT
Suspended Judgment for Boy
 Who Took Fathers Auto
STILL . IN X DEADLOCK
Town and Trolley Company Cannot Agree On Central Square Trolley Stop-Donations For Playground Soldier Carpenters Wanted.

l George Russell. Jr., of 19 School street. Bristol, appeared in the local court last night to answer a charge of stealing his fathers automobile, but after judgment had been su- spended the youth was placed on probation. Russell took his fathers machine from near the Standard Steel factory about q week ago and started for Hartford in it. In Farm ington he ran out of gas and was unable to pay for the replenishment of the tank. the car being held when he' could produce no money. Mir. Russell, who had reported the loss of his car to the authorities, would not exempt his son from the penalty meted out to a person taking ma- chine without permission.
 The youth was accordingly tried in Pennington. where judgment was suspended and the boy placed on probation. County Detective Edward Hickey and Attorney Charles F.. Conlon of this town both happened to be present at his trial that night and took an interest in young Rus sell. When he appeared in court here last night before Justice l.. S. Mills, both Detective Hickey and MT. Conlon spoke in behalf of the boy.
 It appeared that young Russell was honest and had a fine record but was kept under strict supervision by his father. chaflng under this limita- ton. He testified that when he took the car 1t was only to go to Hart ford and obtain employment and that had he not run out of fuel he would have brought it back imme- diately.
 Justice Mills suspended judgment on payment of costs, which amount ed to $12.30, and placed young Rus sell on probation for six months period. Grand Juror William J. For an presented tEe case for the town.
 Deadlock On Trolley Stop
 A deadlock between the town and the Connecticut Co.,, still exists in regard to the trolley stop at Gen. tral square, The selectmen and the trolley company are in almost daily communication, but no decision has been reached. Furthermore, it ap- pears likely that none will be reached. The latest solution sug-
 gested is to build turmoil on Whit 1 ing street and have the cars run
 down on to this and wait where there would be no traffic.
 The objection to this scheme lies in the fact that the Connecticut Co. wants the town of Plainville to pay half of the cost of the turmoil,
New Britain herald., 1926-08-24

spending two weeks at the shore with friends.
 MT. and Mrs. L. F. Williams. of smyrna, N. r., and Mir. and Mrs Robert Billings of Syracuse, N. Y, are visiting Mrs. Frances Demming or thls place. Mir. Williams was formerly resident of Berlin.
 MT. and Mrs. Donald H. Mont go4hery have left for a short trip to Boston. They plan to be gone until the latter part of this week.
 Mrs. Annie G. Molumphy. of Hud- son street, is staying with friends prior to leaving for Jacksonville. Florida, where Mrs. Molumphy will make her residence. She plans to leave this place Monday and her many friends and acquaintances are sorry to see her leave this con- munfty where she is well known.
 Professor Stanley L. Galpin, who has been abroad for two years, is planning to return to this town about the first of September where he will take up his residence at his home on Berlin street.
 Lawn Party Saturday
 Mrs. George Griffith, of the Lea que of Women Voters has asked that It be emphasized that the lawn party which is scheduled for Saturday afternoon at her home is given for all the members Of the league. Mrs. Griffith states that as she is unable to invite each member separately, she wants it known that every mem- Der is cordially invited to participate in the social. Miss Etteninne Bald win of New Haven has been engag- cd as speaker at the social, and she will talk on her work in schools in that city and Richmond.
 Church Painting Nearly Over
 The workmen who have been en- gagged all summer in painting the Berlin Congregational church, have nearly completed their work and an- other week should see the edifice finished. The new white painting gives the church, standing amidst the naples that surround it, a col onial air that ble..ds we'll with the beautiful homes on the street and the general effect is one rarely at tained in this age.
 Sign Erected
 A new sign has been erected at the corner of Hudson and Berlin streets, pointing out the way to "Merricourt," the children's school which will open in the near future. The institution is a new feature in the town, being instituted by Rev. and Mrs. John H. Kingsbury and occupying the Smith estate on Hud- son street.
 The Nut House
 Passersby on Berlin street have been interested lately by house in the window of one of the confec- tionery Stores in town. The house is made of the shells of English walnuts and Brazil nuts and has sign over the door which tells the onlooker that the building is a gen. uine nut house." It was made by
 fConfinued on Pare 16l
New Britain herald., 1926-08-24
MAINE FOREST FIRE RACES

Mechais, Me. Aug. A P'-A forest fire which, started near the town lines of East Machias, Ma chiasport and Whiting. nearly two weeks ago, has increased in force today over front more than two miles long. Several thousand acres of wooded country, between the Holmes Bay Road and the highway treading from East Machias to Lubec, have been burned over and much valuable pulp wood, lath wood and timber destroyed.
New Britain herald., 1926-08-24
Cigar Making Machines
 FrOWned InOu in Cuba

Havana. Aug. 24 (ED -- The in- troduction of cigar making ma chimes is causing some agitation among the cigar makers, who pro- test that they wilIs cause great un- employment.
 Cigar and cigarette makers unions from all sections Of the re- public are adopting resolutions of protest which are being sent to the authorities. A strike seems immi- nent among the workers of one of the principal Havana cigar fac tories. and the authorities have been asked 10 intervene to find a solution for the trouble.
New Britain herald., 1926-08-24
DRUNKEN DRIVER
 WRECKS TWO CARS Second Crash to Occur at Same
 Spot on Swamp Road NO ONE SERIOUSLY HURT
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Arrested after the car he was op- erating crashed into antother auto mobile, William Wilgus of 69 Arch street, New Britain, is being held under bond of $500 in the New Britain police station pending trial this evening before Judge George C.. Griswold to answer to a charge of driving under the influence of liquor. Both cars in the accident were badly damaged and had to be lowed to garages.
 The car Wilgus was operating hit the car owned by Mike Konowski of 30 Erwin Place, New Britain, almost in front of the G. E. Prem tice Mfg. Co.,, after Konowski, mo- ticing the cratic course taken by Wilgus, had vainly tried to avoid collision by sending his car into the ditch at the side of the road. Wilgus, however, had apparently no control of his car and could not keep the machine in the road, coliding with the other car with terrific force. Neither of the operators were in- jured.
 Officer Frank Brown, upon reach Ing the scene of the smash-up, found that the car Wilgus was driving was registered under the name of Cyrus Beeker, of 59 Camp street, New Britain, and when asked to produce a drivers license, the operator could not furnish one. Officer Brown took Wilgus 10 the New Britain police station where he was unable to obtain bail and spent the night in the lookup. He will be tried before Judge Griswold tonight at the Berlin Town court.
 The crash occurred at almost the same spot that the fatal accident of Sunday afternoon took place. Spectators who saw the smash last night report that it is wonder that neither of the operators of the cars were badly hurt as the Wilgus car was going at a high rate of speed. The road at this point is full of ruts and holes Officer Brown said the driver seemed under the in- fluence of liquor and made inarticu- late answers to the policeman's questions. Persons who had seen Wilgus driving before the accident report that he was pursuing an un- even course over the road,
 Bids Asked On Bridge
 Calls for bids for the elimination of Beckley crossing and the con- struction of new bridge near the crossing were issued today by the staate highway department. The elimination of the crossing will re- quire about 4,100 feet of grading and drainage. The new bridge will consist of three 12-foot spans over the Mattabassett river and will be a big improvement for the motorists in tins vicinity.
 Crops Reported Fair
 Crops in this vicinity average fair, according to reports from farmers near here. The tomato crop is poor and wllhbe over in 10 days. Corn is plentiful despite hte heavy rains re- gently. Potatoes are late this year but promise fair-sized crop. Apples are reported as being splendid in some localities. Peaches are only fair. the crop not reaching expecta- tions held earlier in the season. The
New Britain herald., 1926-08-24
CARD OF THANKS,

We wish to thank our friends and neighbors for their kindness and sympathy shown during our recent bereavement in the death of our be- loved wife and mother; also for the beautiful floral offerings received. Signd,
 REV. ARTHUR A. BALL
 AND FAMILY.
New Britain herald., 1926-08-24
Saturday, August 2StI,--
 George 0'Brien and Anita Stewart
 In "RUSTLIN' FOR CUPID"

A beautiful girl caught In a thrilling feud of New Mexico.
 Only an exchange of grips-but 1t was enough to start a beautiful TO- nance
 The story of man who put honor before love.
New Britain herald., 1926-08-24
THURS. and FRI, Aug. 26 and 27- BESSIE LOVE, LEWIS STONE,
 WALLACE BEERY in
 1.-THE LOST WORIDD

A sensation! That's the only word for 1t. A picture such as never be- fore has been seen. - Prehistoric mon- sters of 1o.0G0,0oO years ago discover d by pair Of modern lovers in a world never before dreamed of.
New Britain herald., 1926-08-24
Conlnlnity Theater
 PLAINyILLE
Wednesday, August 25th-
 MARION DAVIES in "BEyERLY OF GRAUSTARK"
PLAINNILLE

You'll love her-you'll laugh and thrill at the tale of the fetching Amer ican miss. made to take the disguise of a boyish Prince, whlrled along the road of hilarious adventure thrilling action, tender romance.
New Britain herald., 1926-08-24

Radium silk or crepe de chine, choice of white or flesh with shadow-proof self hem.
New Britain herald., 1926-08-24
COSTUME SLIPS for S224 each

for S2.39 each Radium silk or crepe de chine, choice of white or flesh with shadow-proof self hem.
 PONGEE PAJAMAS
 for S1.15 each Cotton ones for men; white, blue, tan, gray and hello; rayon frogs.
 SINGLE BLANKETS
 for S5.49 each All wool, in plain colors and satine bound; regular price $500.
 VOILE AND BATISTE
 for 79c each Chemise and Step-ins of these and fancy materials for 79c each.
 BOUTONNIERES
 for 25c each For coat, worth to soc; also pretty Roses, 89c to 98c kinds, 69c each. DREAMED ALMONDS
 for 35c pound Fresh and delicious. You will want a pound or two. Candy Department.
 PEARL FESTOONS
 for S4c each And Choker Beads, flesh and white, with sterling silver chain.
New Britain herald., 1926-08-24

Frank Clifford, dealer | Kerosene and Furnace Oil, wholesale and re- tail. Small lots in barrels. Phone 1O2-4.-adYt.
New Britain herald., 1926-08-24
VOILE AND BATISTE
 for 79c each

Chemise and Step-ins of these and fancy materials for 79c each.
New Britain herald., 1926-08-24

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New Britain herald., 1926-08-24
B0UTONNIERES

for 25c each For coat, worth to soc; also pretty Roses, 89c to 98c kinds, 69c each.
New Britain herald., 1926-08-24
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CHILDREN'S SOCKS
MaH Orders
 Filled

CHILDREN'S SOCKS
 for 15c pair Rayon and lisle, plain and fancy stripes; not all sizes, but values up to Soc pair. HANDKERCHIEFS
 But 59c for six Mems, with initial, all white, and regular price 75c for six. JAP TABLE CLOTHS for 75c each
 54x54",, were S1.00 The 60x60" for 95c each
 The TOKYO" at $1.19 54" WHITE ORGANDIE
 for 69c yard Imported grade with perma- nent finish; regular price was $1.50.
 WOMEN'S NECKWEAR
 for 45c each \ Venise Lace Collar and Cuff Sets and others; worth soc to 69c.
 FRENCH BATH SOAP II but 69c six cakes Made for B., T. & Co. in Foul gere cologne and bouquet odors.
 CIGARETTE BOX II for 95c each Imported Dutch silver, cedar lined and a big value.
New Britain herald., 1926-08-24
DREAMED ALMONDS

for 35c pound Fresh and delicious. You will want a pound or two. Candy Department.
New Britain herald., 1926-08-24
Serving Of Warrants De,ar.s
Installed Officers

Grand Deputy Chief Ranger Al
 uert haWlszer and Grand Senior woodward Patri k Cook of this civ went to southington last evening fo install thi recently elected officers of court Industry No. 4, Foresters of Am erica.
New Britain herald., 1926-08-24
PONGEE PAJAMAS f nN xp
SINGLE BLANKETS for S5,49 each

All wool, in plain colors and satine bound; regular price $500.
New Britain herald., 1926-08-24

Mrs. Morton c. Treadway will be the hostess at the regular bi-weekly bridge party, which will be held at the Chappanee Country club tomor- row afternoon. She will be assist ed by Mrs. Asline Ward. Mrs. Epa-
New Britain herald., 1926-08-24

Rayon and lisle, plain and fancy stripes; not all sizes, but values up to Soc pair.
New Britain herald., 1926-08-24
WOMEN'S NECKWEAR for 1Sc aacb

for 45c each Venise Lace Collar and Cuff Sets and others; worth soc to 69c.
New Britain herald., 1926-08-24
Marriage License

VT VI NlUONtTy m The Win- uo" of the Woolworth store on Main street collapsed late last evening much to the alarm of people in the vicinity. who thought that burglars were at work inside the store. The crash was caused either by the vii pratlon resulting from a heavy truck passing down Main street or a train passing over the railroad bridge in the center of the city. On. several previous occasions merchants have opened their stores mornings to find their window disp'ays toppled over from one or the other of these causes.
New Britain herald., 1926-08-24
Water Pipe Bursts

., A water pipe on the top floor of the building occupied by c. Funk & Sons of Prospect street burst last night and water flooding that de- partment, seeped through the three floors, causing heavy damage to the stock of furniture, rugs and other stock. The amount of the damage has not as yet been estimated but it is believed that it will run into thousands of dollars.