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New Britain herald., 1926-03-19
POLITICAL ASPECT OF
 CASE IS VERY MARKED
Mattcotti Murder Trial In Italy Is Pcculiar-AcCuscd Arc Gay
 Prisoners.

Chieti, Italy, March 19 LR) Tho political aspect of the trial growing out of the Kidnapping and murder of the anti-fascist Deputy Mattcottl in June, 1924. was heightened by today's proceedings. Nico-Governor D'Arbesio of Rome, formerly prefect of Rovigo, and Urbano ulbcrlo, president of the provincial delcga- ton of Rovigo, took the stand and described Matteottis alleged anti national activities from 1914 10 1917.
 The five accused men Amcrigo Dumni. Albino Volpi. Giuseppe Viola, Ameleto. Poveromo and Aug usto Mala cria--Wcre even gaycr than usual smiling and talking in animated fashion during tho pro- CecdinCs.
 A succession of character wit neSscs described Matteotti's subvcr- sion and praised the defendant Vol pi for his courage and patriotism. Sig Magri, director of the Home prison where Dumini was lodged after his arrcS.. testified that, when Matteotti's body was found Dumini said; 50 much the better: it will be
 known that the body Is intact"
New Britain herald., 1926-03-19

breaking tho glass in the rear door. apparently hy some one who was familiar with the lay of the land.
 Informal Council Meeting
 Al an informal council meeting held In the city hall last evening, the completed building coee turned over lo Mayor John r. Wade Wednesday March IT, by President Hughes Of tho Chamber of Commerce, wus dis cusscd.
 II Is expected that prompt action will be taken by the council to have tho building code placed in effect, SO that all early summer building activities win be governed strictly by the regulations obtained therein.
 To Attend Communion
 Members of Division No. 23, Ladies Of the Ancient order of Ill., bernians will receive communion next Sunday morning at the 7:i5 o'clock mass in St. Joseph's Roman Catholic church.
 William +. Goodhue
 William F. Goodhue. aged G7. died at his home on Wolcott street yesterday after an illness of few days with pneumonia. He was born in Hartford in 1859 but has spent most ot his life in this city.
 Funeral arrangements have not as yet been completed.
New Britain herald., 1926-03-19
Smith College Student
 Council Rules on Flags"

Northampton, March 19 Pl-The Smith college student council today announced smoking regulations to the student residents of college houses to take effect April IS. By these regulations smoking is allowed in the reception rooms of the houses by two-thirds vote of the entire house. This vote must be by written ballot to be taken at the first Of each college year. The vote may be re- considered at any time.
 Under the head of fire regula- tions' smoking Is forbidden in stu dents rooms. It Is stated that while the rule of the student body against regulations of the council, it is nev- ertheless epected that this rule would be strictly observed.
New Britain herald., 1926-03-19
Mrs. John B. Jessup Wins
 Her First Match Today

Brooklinc, Mass, March 19 (Rl-- Mrs. John F. Jcssup Of Wilmingl on, Del, who first won tennis fame as Miss Marion Zindrrstcln of Newton, today played and won her first match on record with Miss Mary K. Erown1, former west coast star. Mrs Jcssur, defending singles champion in inc 19th annual women's national indoor tennis championship, advanc- ed 10 the final round hy winning from Miss Browne 6-2, 6-3.
 The case with which the former Newton girl moved into the title round for the third successive year so surprised the siz"ahle morning gallery that there vas scarcely a stir of applause. Superior stroking and greater speed enabled the title holder 10 cxtricate herself from every prcdicament and carry throughout a distinct advantage.
New Britain herald., 1926-03-19
GREEK PRESIDENT HAS
 RESIGNED HIS OFFICE
Election Will Be Held On April Fourth When Successor VIII
 Be Named.

Athens. March 1s Pl-Adm!ral Coundourotis resigned tho Greek presidency. An election will be held April 10 decide his successor.
 Admiral Coundouriotis assumed tho regency of Greece when King George II was forced 10 leave the country in December, 1923, subse- anently upon the formation of the republic after the plebiscite Of April, 1924. he became provisional president. holding the post up 10 the present time,
 Rumors of his impending resig- nation arose late last month when it was announced that he was going to his native island of Hydra for short rest and that Premier Panga- los. military dictators of the Greek government, would visit him there. Pangalos at that time said he did not expect the president 10 resign. but that If the unexpected happened he would either appoint a new chief executive or arrange for an election. If necessary he would assume the presidency himself, but only tenn porarily.
New Britain herald., 1926-03-19
MEASLES ON WANE;
 SIX CASES OF FLU
Real 1918 Variety Appears as
 Other Disease Disappears
COURT LEVIES FINES
Man Hid Liquor in Mortar Barrels Mrs. Caroline Lampson Dies Pythians Have Amateur Night To- Dight-Lcntcn Scr,iccs-Notcs.

With measles on the wanc in Plainyillc, influenza is gathering hcadway and threatens to become Of epidemic proportions if care is not taken 10 prevent ifs spread There are six definite eases of real "fu' in town, Health Officer Dr. George F.. Cook stated this morning. These arc of the real epidemic variety similar 10 that of the winter O. 1918.
 There Is no real danger yct, how ever, as inc disease has not reach cd the epidemic stage, Ordinary precautions will practically form q safeguard 0gains. it, and colds should he taken care of promptly. There is much grip of the usual sort about the town.
 There arc now 26 cases of measles known to the health officer, but no new eases have been reported dur 1 ing the rast three days and the disease appears 10 bo losing it's hold. A few sporadic cases may be cX- pcctcd from lime to time. hut Plain vile has apparently left the critical point well behind and will escape without such serious trouble as Tor rington and other places have had.
 Rum Runners Fined
 Eugene Nitali and Attilio Sasturio of Meridcn were fined $50 and costs apiece last night in inc local court when they appeared 10 answer charges of transporting liquor, They wcrc arrested on l'armington avenue last week hv State Officer Smith. The policeman found that the mon had lo0 gallons of liquor aboard cam ounagcl aS mortar, if being stored in mortar barrels. lt proved 10 be mot such "hard stuff" as they wanted tho officer 10 believe. and they were arrested and fined Justice Edward r. Prior was on tho bench, while the ease of the town was presented by Grand Juror William J. loran.
 Case Postponed
 The ease Of "Joscph MarGri" st to be heard last night in the local | tOHllI NoS Hoh' I'I''Ni VI hil'i' '''ll D IT '' "Nargri" will be charged with trans porting liquor, keeping liquor with intent to sell, and driving without an operators license.
 Truck Was Overloaded
 Salvatore Buchicrc of Now Rrit- ain was fined s25 and costs by Jus tice William Cunningham last cvc- ming on d charge Of driving truck which carried an overweight load He was arrested by state Oficor Watson.
 Mrs. Caroline \. Lampson
 Mrs Caroline A. lampson of Scott Swamp died this morning at the Hartford hospital. She was 70 years of age and Was born in OIs, Sweden She leaves hcr husband George Lampson, and one sister.
 Funeral services will be hold at o'clock tomorrow afternoon al Inc undertaking parlors Of W. A. Bailey G Co. Rev. Charles s. Wyckon pastor of the Congregational church. will oficiate. Burial will be in
New Britain herald., 1926-03-19
PROF. MORRILL, DIES
Retired As Head Of New Haven Nor nal school In 1921 After 33 Years

Of service.
 New Haven. March 10 - Prof. Arthur E. Morrill, who died late yes- to-day had been connected with the 
 bu,mal school system for 4p years. H--~-as-p--S
 lIo WAS principal of the Normal school here for 3G years until re- 'irod by the state board Of control in May, 1924.
 Al that time the entire system un- dorwcnt reorganization. and although rrOf Morrill, requested retirement, he said if was against his will,
 The professor WIS q native of Portland. Maine, where he WIS horn 4 years ago. He graduated from Yalc in 1873 and returned to teach school in his native city. Returning later 10 this state, ho started the normal school at WHimantic, whore he remained ton years, He then wont n Now Britain, whence he Came 10 this city in lS93.
 Since his retirement he has lived 1t &&l Temple str""t. lIc is SurViy- cl by q widow and one son.
New Britain herald., 1926-03-19
POLITICAL POT IS
 SIMMERING GENTLY Lewis and Benson Mentioned as
 Legislative Possibilities APPROACH HENRY DEFINING
New Haven Road Strengthening Bridge On Berlin-Middletown Linc--Lcaguc of Voters Will Hold Card Party-Itcms of Interest.

With the state legislative election looming up in the distance. the town of Berlin is again beginning to sep crate itself into factions in prcpara- ton for the fights, both in caucus and at the polls, for the victory of candidates for the post of repre- sentative in the state legislature from the town.
 The names Of Arthur Benson of East Berlin and Charles F. Lewis of kensington have been mentioned in some quarters as standard bearers for the republican party in this years battle. MT. Benson has been tried by fire, so 10 speak, since he has already represented the town in the legislature and has proved to the satisfaction of all that he is a capable representative,
 MT. Lewis, although he has never held a legislative position, has for many years taken an active part in town affairs, holding two of the most important offices in the pres ent administration. He is prosccu tor in the town court and is colleC- tor of taxes,
 Mir. Benson, while in the legisla ture, took an active part in its work through the military affairs com mittce of which h" was a promi- nent membcr, H. was ono of the foremost in the fight for a soldiers bonus, which was waEcd. braN ely albeit unsucccs csstUlly two years ago He served overseas as q lieutenant during the World war and his rec ord. both at that time, and in thc legislature, was a COmmcndablc one
 Francis Deming, for many years one of the mainstays of the G. Q F., served as representative during the last term and il was hoped thai he might have been induced 10 TUT again this term, but his death Somr time ago, besides leaving the part, somewhat unsttllod. has left tn field open for battle royal amonG candidates seeking thn endorsement of the republican faction,
 Although it is rather early to be gin campaigning, residents are be ginning 10 pick the likely contest ants Neither Mir. Benson nor Mir Lewis have made my announce ments regardig their positions on tn matter, as yet, although it is eN pccted that they will be prcvaile, upon 10 make definite statement before many weeks have passed.
 Henry c. Deming. chairman of th republican town committee. was ap preached today and was asked if h would consider running for the posi- ton. He stated cmphatically tha he would not be a candidate.
 Nearly five months remain befor the cauoauscs will be called by tn republican and democratic tow committees. Previous 10 that ne' committees will he elected by th town as a whole and delegates VII he appointed to inc state conven tions.
 Meanwhile tho political pot vii continue 10 simmer quietly until freaks into a boil with the begin ming of the campaigns.
 Making RridGc Repairs
 Tn order 10 provide for the pss sage over fhe Middleinwn-B -Berli line of locomotives Of tho heavie'
New Britain herald., 1926-03-19
ChIId's Harmless Laxative is
 "CaIifornia Fig Syrup"

Even if cross, fc,criah, bilious, constipatcd or tull of cold, childron love the pleasant taste of Cali fornia Fig Syrup." A toaSpoonful never fails to gently clean the liver and bowels and swcetcn the stom- ach.
 Ask your druggist for scnun" California Fig syrup" which has directions for babies and children of all ages printed on bottle. Mother. You must say "California" or you may set an imitation fig syrup.
New Britain herald., 1926-03-19
NfCridcn EndCCS
Bristol lndCCS
Referee. Clyde Waters.
 Ennic Defeats LcrrOlds

Foote of Now Britain defeated Jcrrolds Of this city in a state duck pin match last evening at tho C"n- tral alleys. taking five out Of nine games. Foote's aNcraE" for th" nine games was t05.6 while JerroIds was 1o6,3. The scores were as fol- lows:
 ltoo,c--1ot, lot. ST, S9, lo9, l21, III. 9S, l3G--a5l.
 lerrolds-9i. 1on, 1@o, t07, l%l, llq, SI. 100. loS-95G
 New Police Ball Chairman
 Louis A. Wheeler has been ap- pointed by Chief Ernest B"ld"n as chairman of the police ball commit tee. to succeed Earl l. Arnold, who was obliged to resign on account oi accepting a position as assistant secretary Of tho Chamber Of Com morce nt Lake Worth, Fla.
 The plans for this annual event arc well under way and announce
New Britain herald., 1926-03-19

weeks. The West Cromwell team has won most of Its outside games whereas the local team has never played outside but nevertheless hope 10 defeat the aggregation over the river.
 Storage Batteries recharged. Call cd for and delivered. Edgerly's Radio Service Station. Phone 92-i5. -adNt.
New Britain herald., 1926-03-19

ment was mado yesterday that tho music for tho occasion will be lur- nishod ly the Now Departure aug. mcntcl orchestra,
 school Meeting Tonight
 Tho special school meeting Of tho legal voters ot the fifth school dis- lrict in Bust Bristol will be held this rycntng in the school building on lIno street.
 In view of the great amount Of dissatisfaction expressed at the tax rate Of seven mills recently laid, il Is expected that large crowd will be present,
 Illustrated Lecture
 This evening in the Federal IIill school, tho Womcn's society of the Bristol Baptist church will present q program which should prove parti- cGlarly pleasing 10 those interested in travel and music,
 The feature Of inc occasion will be an Illustrated lecture on Some Historic Spots" in old England, by Mrs, E, M, T.. Warren,
 Two groups Of songs will also he rendered by the Arcadia ladies' quartet.
 Chamber of Commerce Delegates
 John T. Chdscy, president and treasurer of tho C. J. Root Co., and the American Piano Supply Co.,. has been appointed delegate 10 the an nual meeting of the United States Chamber of Commerce 10 be held ir Washington D, C.. in May.
 Mr. Chidscy is a past president o' Tho local chamber and has been ac' lively interested in its affairs fol years.
 "School House of Sleepy Haliow"
 This evening in Asbury Methods church, Forestytlle, the younger members of the congregation vii present the play School House o Sleepy IIollow,' he cast of whicl was announced in yesterdays Her 1lI
New Britain herald., 1926-03-19
"School House of Sleepy Hallow
Bristol Brass Meeting

 corporation will hold a meeting this afternoon in the offices of the com rany on Broad street for the pur- pose of clccting officers. This mat ter was deferred from the last meet ing on February 10, which was the date of the severe snow storm, on account of the necessary quorum of directors being lacking.
 An additional postponement was also necessary due 10 the fact that the president of the corporation, Alexander Harper, was spending q honeymoon in the Caribbean and did not return until yesterday.
 Funeral of (. l.. Chambers
 The funeral of Charles l.. Cham hers, aged fl years, who died al tho New Britain hospital, Wednesday afternoon, will be held from his late home in Forcstvillo tomorrow after- noon at o'clock in charge of Franklin lodge. No. 56, A. r. and A, NJ. of which he was q member, re mains to be placed in the vault at West cemetery for interment in the spring.
 Mir. Chambers has been a resident of EorCstNillc for the past five years and was employed in the New De parturc Mfg. company. He is sur vived by his wife and one son, Ar | thur. of Bristol.
 ICntcn Services
 Services, consisting of stations ot the cross and benedction of tho blessed sacrament, will be held thi! evening at 7:30 o'clock in St. Jos cph's Roman Catholic church.
 Similar services will also be held in St. Matthew's church, Forcstyillt at the same hour.
 Two Chimney Fires
 Squad A and Engine company No were called out twice yesterday for chimney fires. Al 5:20 D. m, an alarm sent them 10 the homo of F. Gozywinski Of 55 Foley street and at l I:05 ?. m.. to the residence of FL bert Ncwsomc of Hoover avenue.
 Both fires were cXtinguishcd with. out damage,
 Mission At St. Anthony's Church
 Arrangements have been made bl : Rev. L. Boccaris, pastor of st. An ! thony's church on School street. fol a mission to he conducted all of neX week by the Rev. B, Gucrrini, o. P, of New York city,
 Masses on Sunday morning, MarCt q, will Le at [. S:&o and 10:3t o'clock and on each succeeding da, of the mission at 5:30 and S:00 a. m Evening services will he at 7:3o.
 On Business Trip
 Charles R. Riley, general manage of tho Horton Manufacturing com pany, loft today for New York. iron which point he will sail tomorrow ol Cunard Line steamer for EnglanD and Scotland.
 He expects 10 sr"nd several week in both of those countries demon stra'inG the steel golf shaft manu iaCtNrC1 ny ms concern
 r. Q. s. of \. Meeting
 Camp lG. r. O. $, of A., will hol their regular meeting this evenin at 7:30 o'clock in ArCanum hall.
 Following the business session dance will be enjoyed.
 Store Entered
 John Padus of 597 North Mai street complained to the police dc rartmcnt this morning that som time during the night his meat an grocery store al that address ha hccn broken into and S7o taken. II informed Detective Sergeant Danit McGilicuddy, who is inycs,igatin . 'he c1se. that he had removed hi days receipts from the cash regtsto and placed thom in a small baG which he loft on the counter nea the register while ho went dow town. Upon his return the mono was missing.
 Entry 10 the place was made b
New Britain herald., 1926-03-19
West Cemetery,
 iythian Amatcur Night

r.thian Anatcur Night Pythlan Lodge, No. 47, K. Of F.. will meet this evening at o'clock, The meeting will mark the opening Of the spring activities, The enter laInmcnt committee. of which Mar tin Stephenson is chairman, has ar- ranged for an amateur night" pro gram. several Of the members have Hlgnihtd their intention of partici- pating. The committee is also making ar rangem"ntS for q past Chuncellors' night and stunt night" All members arc asked to be present this evening, as several important announcem' are 10 be made Re treatments will be served.
 Funeral of Mrs. Bradbury
 Funeral scrylres for Mrs. Eliza. t,th Bradbury, who died Wcdnes. day in $ccaucuy, x. J.. will be held at w. A, Bailey & Co.,. rooms tomor- low afternoon at S:30 o'clock. Rev. George l.. Browne, rector of the Church of our Saviour. will be in charge. lntermcnt will be in West cemetery.
 Lcnten ScN Ices Tonight There will be Lenten dcyotions at th" Church of Our Lady of Mercy at 7'31 o'clock this evening. with stations ot the Cross and Bcnodic- ton.
 Al tho Church of Our Saviour there will bc services at 7:3O o'clock There will De prayer and an ad- dress by the rector, Rev. George ]. Browne.
 The regular prayer meeting will be heid this evening at the Advent ChrlS'iln church.
 Governor Better Governor John H. Trumbul, who Is confined 10 his home on Farm. { ington avenue with d severe cold, Was reported slightly improved this morning. Under his physicians ad- i vice, however, he will remain at i nls home for q week. Papers re- i QlIirimS his signature are being con- i N,yod here by messenger.
 Big Demand For Tickets
 Owing 10 the large sale Of tickets tho TrnmblI Ten Year Social club, will hold their sixth annual banquet i Wednesday, March @4 at inc Grange hall instead of in the factory assem- hly room, as prc' iously stated. This change was found necessary to Dc- l Conmolatc the unusual lndGe num- hcr that arc expected 10 attend the banquet.
 Notes
 Mrs, William Bates Of = Cook street is confined 10 her homo with tho grip, this being the first time iu , S'Hcu vars when she has had to i call doctor.
 \ daughter has been born to Mfr. and Mrs. George Manning of rrcn- { tss street.
 The whist Of the St. Mary's SO. cicty. set for last night, was post ronod until later date because of small attendance.
 The work oi standardzing thc 1 fire hydrantS about the town and or the property Of the manufactur- ing concerns has been completed. i Mrs, George A. Richards of , Mountain View. who has been seri- ously i'll, is steadily improving.
 Mrs. Evelyn Doorr of ForcstviIlc, who was hit by an express train q few days ago, is reported as doing well. She is at the Bristol hospital
 Get your radio and car battery charged at the Suburban Filling station. Tel 99-3 Price S1. Called for and returned at no extra cost.
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 Tenement to rent. New Britain Ave. J. l.. Carter--advt. Tenement Of rooms, central, water, gas, electric service. steam heat available, reasonable rent, for . fnll particulars call Tel. % or 3G9 1 rlainvillc.
 Furnished rooms with steam heat. = Broad street.
New Britain herald., 1926-03-19
10 LET CONTRACT
 ON NEW BUILDING
Water Board to Take Action at
 Meeting Today
BRISTOL BRASS OFFICERS
Postponed Election scheduled Tor This Afternoon - Fifth District school Assembly Tonight--C, l.. Chambers And William +. Good. hue Dead,

hue Dead.
 A special meeting Of the board of water commissioners has been called for 4;30 o'clock this after noon to discuss several matters of importance, chief among which is th" awarding Of contract for the now administration building to be erected on Riverside avenue on land purchased about q year ago for SIS,000. This matter was discussed "t their meeting last Tuesday cycn- Dng, but due 10 the absence from the city of Alexander Harper. one 0, the commissioners, no definite action was taken.
 l Several bids from contractors Were opened last Tuesday. the low est of which was from the L. SuAio , Construction company, the amount being $@t.400. Other bids recciv- cd were as follows; Lewis A. Miller company. $2G,GSt; II. Wales Lines company. $SI.G36; James Coridco, Inc. $31,993; Loucks X Clark Con struction company $2S.$j0: Torring- ton Building company, S3l,6IO; Hclming &; Quistbers, s?7,050: J. n. DCNino, S?700O.
 It was estimated by the comms- >joncrs that the building could he erected for approximately S25,000 and this was the amount asked for and allowed in the 1926 city budget.
 The proposed building will be 112 I(oct in length and 50 feet wide and will contain d main office and di- r"cto ors' room on the west end, a tool room and meter room in the center and ou the cast end will be garage space sufficiently large to hold ten cars, two deep in each stall.
 If is thought that work will he started immediately so that the huilding will be really for occupancy July lst, 1926. when their lease for office space on Main street expires
 Another matter which will be sivcn consideration is a petition re. ccived from number of residents on Rockwell avenue for the laying Of $500 feet of water main on that street, A hearing on this matte, was granted property owners inter rstc1 last Tuesday evening and nin' appeared in favor of the projcC and one against.
 Mcridcn Victorious
 The Meriden Endees upset the dope last evening when they sent the local New Departure basketball team down to defeat by q score oi Gl to 26.
 The game was fast throughout the score at half time being l2 tc Ill, in favor of the visitors. Silver. man succeeded In eluding the Bris' ttol guards with the result that he dropped seven baskets from tho floor, and easily proved the star o' the evening. The summary Of the