New Britain herald., 1926-01-23

cans has revealed a peculiar state Of affairs for New Britain. With the approach of the season when every one usually begins 10 become ex- cited over politics there is little en- thusiasm over the situation by lead CTS in the G. o. r. Interest is absent and for once In the history of the city the leaders arc not pre- dieting a victory at the polls this spring.
 This Is an unusual situation. In years past. republican enthusiasm was rolling up into a swift tide at this time. Preparations were be- ing made to sweep the city and the chance of success was always Gnod, or seemed to be good, But this year the party seems to be Tn n state of apathy. The statement Is openly made that Mayor Paonessa, democrat. will probably be re- elected if he will accept a renomi- nation.
 Campaigns for the republican nomination are being conducted l quietly. Asplrants are making their ambition known among their close friends. It is believed that Alderman Judd and Alderman Dehm would like the nomination. Sena- tor Hall. 1t is reported, will not be a candidate. Ex-Representative Christ is also mentioned. Whether his connection with the regulars" in times past would harm his candi- dacy is a question. The voters have expressed themselves as op- posed to regulars" According to the sages of the party, the strength of John E. Downes continues to in- crease. He has not said yet whether he would accept the nomi- nation but several leaders would like to sec him toss his hat into the ring.
 Ex- Mayor George A. Quigley is reported 10 be in a receptive mood Whether he gets the nomination ol not he will probably be consulted even though it goes against the grain of the republican chiefs tc notice him.
 At present, according to what the republican party" It is said tt be split up into factions, each witl its own opinions. Election day i' far enough off 10 allow this differ ence to be ironed out and 1t is stil possible for the party to reassemblt its scattered battalions and presen 2 solid front The great need O the G. o. P. Is for q new leade who can unite all factions anc bring harmony out of discord A this writing Moses has not re vealed himself. The party is badl. in need of reorganization. It ma. be bitter medicine but if success l. to be hoped for, new local leader must be found and those who havt led the ranks to defeat in tW, mayoralty elections must be aske, to step aside. Otherwise the demo crats can feel reasonably sure o victory.
 A radio fan who has been givin
 the matter considerable though
 has suggested to the Observer tha
 the proceedings of Congress b
 broadcast. Perhaps the time wi
 come when this arrangement wi be made and there will be i'm mediate contact between the sen ate and house and the millions ( homes in the land.
 , If congress ever does go on tn , air, woman will probably take 7 deeper interest in governmental al , fairs, Even though she has th 5 vote, it is doubtful whether woma 5 has given as much attention 1 ) government as is warranted. Tru ) there are many representatives ( the sex who arc on their toes ever ] minute and are conversant wit l what congress is doing, or not dt l ing. But the general rank and fl I pay little attention to politics c! cept on election day. If Congre
 is tied lip 10 the rest of the coul ] try by radio women will reap Il benefit While congress is in sessic = the bread winners of the family a
 at their work in stores, factorie
 etc. But the bread makers al
 home and they can listen in on di
 cussions of important subioc
 while they 20 about their hous
 hold tasks. This may bring abo
 general epidemic of indigestit
 among the male population, b
 that is beside the point.
 There might be some advantai
 In the deliberations of congress b
 ing broadcast. and then aga
 there may be no advantage. Unle
 important legislation is up for di cussion few would care to liste
 But when the World Court or al other subject of equal interest on the ether, millions would fo
 get other duties and adjust the cars.
 Knowing that the nation was s l ting in the audience. members congress might vote in line wi public sentiment instead of taxi dictation from the powers that l But there is this to be consider -congressmen, aware that tn constituents were listening, VOL he inclined to make long speech
 and wave the American flag un , their jaws ached. 1 Of course, they could always 1 tuned out.
 { Due to the prevalence of rab 4 in the surrounding towns, str
 quarantine is being enforced by {
 local dog wardens and all canir
 must be kept tied up or on leash 1d This is undoubtedly to prevent Iv spread of the dread scourge to oti