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New Britain herald., 1926-07-20
COST OF VACATIONS AND SAVINGS

John B. Byrne, state banking commissioner, no doubt is entirely correct in blaming the months re- duction in savings bank deposits upon the costs of vacations. There has been the usual increase for the three months or six months period, 1 but the last month saw a slump. Thousands of citizens have gone to the banks and relieved them of suf- ficient money to pay for a nice two weeks trip to the shore, the woods or what not. Vacations cost money, and the more prosperous the peo- pie are the more they spend to get sunburned.
 The trouble about vacations seems to be they usually cost twice as much as anticipated. The wise vacationist will go where he or she cannot disburse more than the primary costs of transportation and upkeep, where first costs are more likely to remain last costs. But the majority lack this technic. They prefer to play safe and take along twice as much money as they need, and come back to the city when 1t is all gone. It is a gay life while 1t lasts.
 Catering to vacationists is getting to be one of the big industries in some parts of the country New England included. An ordinary abandoned farm" sometimes can be made to pay more in dividends during the summer than it ever earned in raising crops. In some parts of New England the tourist industry has come to be as impor- tant as it is in Switzerland, and the noble business or milking the tour ists has attained more satisfactory results than milking COWS. Those who cater to tourists and vacation ists know fully that the average va cation costs more than a first pay ment on a flivver, and they give
  every evidence of needing the money. They are doing their best to keep it in circulation, and are suc- ceeding admirably, if Mir. Byrne's diagnosis is correct. And there can be little doubt on this score. Those who are doubters need only wait until they start their trip; they will be convinced by the time they re- turn, but will conclude, like all of us, that the fun was worth the cost.
New Britain herald., 1926-07-20
APPRECIATION By Clarence H. Cans

An orator was to visit hospital and make a speech to the inmates
 One ward was given over to a group although they knew they would be unable to hear what was said, they wanted to see the famous man they had read so much about. They de- cided to applaud the speech, just as they were able to hear it. Probably the orator would never guess that they were deaf!
 The speech was received as fol- lows:
 I'm might glad to meet you af- flicted people," began the great man, supposing that his speech was being heard, This is the last time I'm going 10 be in the city for many years, (cheers) thought I'd tell of a happening in my own life. Well do I remember that bleak day in midwinter when I knelt by the bedside of my dying mother-Q Cloud laughter) you cannot im- agine the utter grief, the agony that gripped me when l beheld her dear features for the last time-Uoud and prolonged laughter; stamping of eD-ah-er-and today, when think of the day of my own depart ure from this vale of tears-(hand- clapping) ng)-ah-when I think of my own falling (cheers-.er-I see that you people are in a happy mood. A funny story, I take it, would not be amiss. It seems that an old Irishman named Pat and a young Irishman named Mike were -(sobs, groans, and amens from audience)-well, I'll be ?$!:;?&!! Every one of you ?&?!?!!idiots can go to the devil.!"
New Britain herald., 1926-07-20
THE OPEN SEASON FOX ALTERATIONS

New buildings are always well come. but so are alterations to ex- isting structures. The record for new buildings of consequence in New Britain this year is at a top- notch figure; but alterations like wise are of unheralded dimensions. The alterations usually do not at tract as much attention as the new buildings, but they nevertheless come under the head of important improvements, especially when they are identified with downtown es- tablishments.
 The alteration fever is widespread this summer, and it is healthy sign. It spells healthy progress and confidence in the future. It means that business men are eager to adopt the most modern ideas to ap- peal to trade. Old store fronts and interiors give way to the new, and the result will be more attractive business community.
 It costs money to make the eX- tensive alterations under way in the city at the present time, and they would not be made if the business community lacked confidence that the future returns would not be commensurate with the outlay. It is their way of telling us what they think of the city's future pros- nects
New Britain herald., 1926-07-20
FOREIGN EXCHANGE

 Now is the time our native horde Of transatlantic folk depart On mighty steamers, bound abroad To worship at the shrines of Art! A cooly calculating host, Across the map they trail their way With one thought uppermost. T wonder what it cost" they say. The dollars clinking in their jeans Are yardsticks, trusted, tried, and
 true, By which they measure all the
 scenes That guides and guide-books lead
 them to. Creatures" you say, "of lowly
 mind. Crude worshippers of tawdry pelf?" We'll, honestly, I'm not inclined To think of them like that, myself. It's true, the dollars worth lot, And we are proud of what we've
 got, But don't forget. it's first been
 EARNED. And though we like our coin full
 well, And talk about. as we do, The cockeyed world Pm here to tell That Europe sorter likes it, too!
New Britain herald., 1926-07-20

erty. in the estimation of plenty of citizens.
 Going out West Main, which has greatly increased its commercial importance in the last few years, one finds quite a happy assortment of taxfree property-the First Bap- tist church, the post office, the i- brary, and St. Marks church. When the latter church was moved some years ago it did not go very far outside the downtown maelstrom and business is coming closer. And for that matter, the Baptist church is by no means an old building, having moved from the National bank corner within the memory of many in the city. The question naturally arises, could there be other more important structures on these sites? There is difference between social and commercial value, but there can be no differ ence of opinion that the former sometimes is not more important than the latter.
 These taxfree buildings mention ed were for the most part where they happen to be before the period of intense commercial ex- pansion began in the downtown section. Instead of halting such ex- pansion, there is something to be said in favor of their helping to stimulate actual expansion rather than it being concentrated upon few streets. Business will have to hurdle past them - has already partly done so and will succeed even better in the future. Granted that some of the edifices are badly located from the city's standpoint, the fact remains they cannot be forced to move and the city will have to make the best of it.
New Britain herald., 1926-07-20
HOW WOULD YOU LIKE TO OWN FRANCS?

The French franc at par ap- proximated five to the American dollar, The rate as this was written was 46 to the dollar. It is nothing remarkable that the French peo- pie are beginning to be the worlds greatest spenders, the opinion rag ing that if the franc is to become more and more worthless it may as well be turned into goods or good time. Spend 1t before 1t hits zero" is the watchword under such circumstances, closely paralleling the actions of owners of German marks when that currency went on the skids.
 But the low value of the franc also means that French goods can be procured cheaply, and other in- dustrial nations in Europe already fear an inundation. Prices of goods usually do not keep in step with a rapidly falling currency. One won ders why French firms will sell goods for francs, unless the firms are willing to indulge in a species of speculation, perhaps hoping that later, when the franc is en route to normal, they will gain greatly. This is exactly what multitude of German firms did when the mark was tobogganing, but they guessed wrong and ended in bankruptcy, the customers having the goods and the firms the worthless money.
 The French peasant, largely in the majority, will not be a loser, however. Trust the French peasant to know what he is doing. What ever money he has is in gold or government bonds. The government for several years has been Vainly trying to induce him to loosen his grip upon this gold coin, but with out success.
 Meanwhile the Herriot cabinet will ride to an early fall, in the opinion of French observers, cabi- net members themselves admitting this probab The franc will not be on the mend until the politicians stop playing political pinochle. The first 20 years may be the hardest.
New Britain herald., 1926-07-20

southwest.
 Conditions: A well-defined di turbance, central over Minnesota causing unsettled showery weath from Montana eastward to upp Michigan.
 Pleasant weather continues in t southern and eastern sections. IT temperature is above normal nearly all districts east of the Rocl mountains. The highest temper ture reported was 1O4 degrees North Platte, Nebraska.
 Conditions favor for this vicini fair weather and not much chan| in temperature followed by incred ing cloudiness late tonight.
New Britain herald., 1926-07-20

of Rome? What was his req name?
 A. Innocent ". was Pope ot
 Rome from 1243-1254. His real name was Sinibaldo de- Fioschi Count of Lavagna.
 c. Were the three assassins of presidents of the United States hung?
 A. John Wilkes Booth, who shot Abraham Lincoln was himself shot while attempting to escape, April PC, 1865. Charles Jules Guiteau, who shot Garfield, was hung June 30, 1882, and Leon F. Czolgosz, who shot William Mckinley, was cleo trocuted October 20, 1901.
 Q. Which fruits are the best for jelly making?
 A. Apples are excellent, certain kinds of crab apples being especially good for the purpose. Tart apples are the best. Green or partly ripe fruit makes the best kind of jelly. Grapes that are partly ripe make jelly of better texture than fully ripe grapes. Partly ripe fruits usually make more jelly per pound than fruits that are entirely ripe. Sour gooseberries and the more acid varieties of plums, sour quinces, red entrants and hard firm berries make good jelly. Quinces that are not sour make good jelly if tart apple is cooked with them. This same is true of fruits such as pears, peaches and the sweeter fruits, that contain little or no pectin, if apple Is added while cooking.
 Q. Is it proper to take chicken or chop bones in the fingers?
 A. Generally it is not, although chicken may be taken in the fingers at very informal gatherings or picnics. Otherwise it is best to forego the pleasure of the last bit of meat. Chops should never be eaten in the fingers.
 c. What color is a pure dia- mond? Where do most of the dia- come from?
 A. Pure diamonds are colorless but diamonds often show non-es- sential violet blue, green yellow or brown colors owing to the presence or impurities. The principal dia- mond fields are located in Brazil and South Africa; the stones are also known to occur in India. Borneo, British Guiana, Russia, China, Sumatra and the United states, principally in Arkansas. About 9S per cent of the worlds supply comes from South Africa. l
 Q. How can wrinkles be eradi- ,ated?
 A. Try the following: Bathe ne race twice a day in warm water n which small quantity of epsom 'aits has been dissolved. Rinse | With cold water. Ironing the face With a small piece of ice, after massage with a good cold cream is helpful. For occasional temporary 'elief bathe the parts where the appear with a solution of Mum and water in order to tighten he skin Do not do this often.
New Britain herald., 1926-07-20

You can get an answer to any | question of fact or information by writing to the Question Editor New Britain Herald, Washington Bureau. 1922 New York avenue Washington. D. C.. enclosing tive cents in stamps for reply. Medical legal and marital advice cannot be given, nor can extended research be undertaken. All other questions will receive a personal reply. Un- signed requests cannot be answered. All letters are standardization
 QI Is Whitechapel a street in London?
 A. It is an eastern Parliamentary district of metropolitan London, originally named for certain chapel within it's limits.
 Q. Who wrote the DOCS "Hora- tius at the Bridge"? .-r
 A. John Milton in his Lays of Ancient Rome."
 Q. Are any of Abraham Lin coln's children living?
 A. Robert Todd Lincoln is the only one living. He resides in Washington, D. C.
 Q. What is the present popula- tion of Bethlehem in the Holy Land?
 A. About 11,00O.
 Q. What is the immigration quota for Chile?
 A. There is no numerical re- striction upon natives of Central and South American countries. Therefore Chile has no quota.
 Q. Were the men who served in the army and navy during the world war compelled to take out government insurance?
 A. It was not compulsory. The men were strongly urged to take policies, not to help the government but to protect their dependents in case they died. A majority of officers and enlisted men took gov ernment insurance.
 Q. What does "Rev Viae" mean?
 A. It is Latin for king of the road"
 Q, Are world fairs held at speci- fled times?
 A. No. Usually they commence rate some important event.
 Q. How can clothing be cleansed in gasoline?
 A. Souse the garment up and down in the bowl of gasoline, rub ping lightly the very soiled places. Wiring it out and hang in the air to dry. Keep the gasoline away I from fire. Sometimes ivory soap l $ used with gasoline.
 Q. What are the leading re- igious sects in France and Scot and?
 A. In Scotland Presbyterians, hat being the national church. | France is largely Roman Catholic l put there is no state church.
 Q. What is the population of | China and of the world?
 A. The estimated population of l China is S75,0O0,000, and of the world, 1,74S,0OO,O0O.
 Q. How many revolutions per minute does an airplane propeller make?
 A. The approximate rate Is 1, 400 to 2,200. It depends so much | on the design and service that it is to give exact figures.
 Q. When was Innocent ". Pope |
New Britain herald., 1926-07-20
Observation On He Weather

Washington, July 20.-Forecas st for Southern New England: Partly cloudy tonight and Wednesday. Probably local thunder showers. Somewhat warmer except on the Massachusetts coast. Moderate to fresh south and southwest winds.
 Forecast for Eastern New York: Partly cloudy tonight and Wednes- day; probable local thunder showers; somewhat warmer to- night; cooler Wednesday night in north portion; cooler Thursday; moderate to fresh winds, mostly
New Britain herald., 1926-07-20
BRAVES WIN TWO

The Young Braves nosed out 1 Indians of Africa" yesterday the Smalley school diamond by 10 to g score. Another game whi was scheduled to have been play was with the Boosters from Nol street. The latter failed to show so the Braves claim the game the forfeit score of to 0. T Braves would like game with a team in the city averaging 10 to years of age. Call at IFS All street or phone S52-23.
New Britain herald., 1926-07-20
TEN YEAR LEASE ON STORJ

A ten year lease, the terms
 which were filed in the town clerl office yesterday afternoon. was col pleted between Max D. Honeym, and Carl w. Swanson and Aaron
 Almquist for store in the nd block being constructed by Hona man at the corner of Arch al Walnut streets. The latter tJ are planning on opening drI store. The lease provides for il annual rental of sS.oOO the fiji year, 3.6ss for the next four veal and s4,200 the next five years.
New Britain herald., 1926-07-20
kRAZY KINDERGARTEN

Conducted by Judy, Jr.) Fletcher: Our deer teetcher Dusty is de- tained today for sprinkling inseckt powder of his ant, so I will take the class and ask Jimmy to put some puncktuation in envelope Jim N. Knee:
 I'm in love with Becky McLevy, Even if my parents are against her.; Wc'll pack a trunk wit hlollypops Envelope and we'll git married by a
 minister"
 Eleanor F. Kammerer. Copyright, 1926. Reproduction
 Frobidden)
New Britain herald., 1926-07-20

sturdy sons and daughters. S4 cooked and sewed. She spun arI wove for her family. When th1 were i'll, she brewed remedies fro| roots and herbs-such roots a1 herbs as are now used in Lydia l Pinkham's Vegetable Compound.
 A Massachusetts woman writej
 T was all rundown, with no am tion. l was tired all the time. Som| times would be in bed two or thr{ days at time, and the doctor wou have to give me something to qui me. A friend told me about Lyd E. Pinkham's Vegetable Compour and I have had wonderful resul from it. I felt better after takirj the second bottle, and I am ney without it in the house now. have told lots of people about and they say it helps them, tod Mrs. J. W. Critchett, 2 Hammo1 Street, Cambridge, Mass,
New Britain herald., 1926-07-20

Attention, Campers and Sportsmen! With gun bags and golf bags be sure
 to include The fun bags and laugh bags as
 well, To use when mosquitoes and wealth.
 CT and food Combine to make camping seem
 H--lt
New Britain herald., 1926-07-20
Mustard on the Side, Pleasei

Bobby had been staring so long at the mouth of visitor to our home, one day, that she couldn't help ask ing: What is it, Bobby? What do you see in my face?"
 "Mother says you have a foreign tongue and l want to sec it." he re- piled instantly.
 Ruby Douglas.
New Britain herald., 1926-07-20
BRIDGEPORT WOMAN DIES

Bridgeport, Conn.,, July 20 P)- Mrs. John E. Lyddy, lifelong resident of this city. wife of former Police Commissioner John F. Lyddy, died at her home 90 Hough avenue. here late last night after lingering ill- ness.
New Britain herald., 1926-07-20
Msrh.r Audit Bureau of Circulation

Member Audit Bureau of Circulation. The A. B. c. Is a national organization which furnishes newspapers and adver- risers with 6 strictly honest analysis oi circulation. Our circulation statistics arc based upon this audit. This insures protection against fraud in newspaper distribution figures to both national and local advertisers.
New Britain herald., 1926-07-20

Queer people: They will send to congress a man they wouldn't hire to look after their private affairs.
New Britain herald., 1926-07-20

Correct this sentence: Habit is everything" said he, land I find I'm just as cool with my coat on."
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New Britain herald., 1926-07-20

R o c k, M a .
 Through her ? h o Ii or e v I pioneer woma who endured pl vation and har
 ships that a n| tion might liv| s h 0 u l d CT | shoulder " 1 t her husband s1 built a home l t h e. wilderneI and reared hl
New Britain herald., 1926-07-20
Costly Indulgence

Woods: "One swallow does not make a summer" Greene: No: but what we have 10 pay for that swallow makes us hot under the collar"
 Jerry Hanfeld.
New Britain herald., 1926-07-20
Call the NIiIk-NIaidi

Newlywed Con farm): Great Guns! That darned COW has eaten my shaving brush!" Mrs. Newlywed: Wont that be fine! Now she'll give shaving cream!"
 Sunny.
New Britain herald., 1926-07-20

You can't tell. The thickest coat of rouge may cover the purest heart. (Note: joke.)
New Britain herald., 1926-07-20

There's a bright side. When at last the ladies own everything they'll have to buy the dinners and 1 the tickets.
New Britain herald., 1926-07-20

The gold-diggers really must dig for gold, but their brass is a gift.
New Britain herald., 1926-07-20

Doubtless Ananias was first to
 say: My wife and I haven't ex- changed cross word in ten years"
New Britain herald., 1926-07-20

There's consolation in being a no- body. Admirers don't burden you with junk you don't want
New Britain herald., 1926-07-20

Some fighters are warlike enough to defend their titles against other pugs who have a chance.
New Britain herald., 1926-07-20

The Herald Is on sale daily in New York at Holdings Newsstand, Times Square; schultz's Newsstands, Entrance Grand Central, And Street.
New Britain herald., 1926-07-20

About the only time all Ameri- cans agree is when they talk about the portions served in the dining car.
New Britain herald., 1926-07-20

A village is place where a we'd ding exhausts the local supply of cut glass and silver gravy ladies.
New Britain herald., 1926-07-20

A snob is a man who feels better about it if the car that hit him cost a lot of money.
New Britain herald., 1926-07-20

Evils tend to cure themselves, and perhaps crime will become so easy as to be unromantic.
New Britain herald., 1926-07-20

A ball game isn't worth much un- less you care enough about it 10 think the umpire a cock-eyed liar
New Britain herald., 1926-07-20
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New Britain herald., 1926-07-20

Well, we'll; much of the good hardy American stock still rides in open cars.
New Britain herald., 1926-07-20
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New Britain herald., 1926-07-20

You can find a cheap room at a resort if you don't mind native fauna.
New Britain herald., 1926-07-20

Working down at the printing shop
 He takes Carolina type machines" John Backora-
New Britain herald., 1926-07-20
HOW THE PILGRIM M0THE|
Kept Her Family in Good Healt

A statue to the Pilgrim Mothd was recently unveiled at Plymout
New Britain herald., 1926-07-20

Fable: Once a husband got the hot end of an argument and didn't slam the door as he went out.
New Britain herald., 1926-07-20
ctsandFancies
 BY ROBERT CULLEN

Description: Its a one-course- nine-hole town.
New Britain herald., 1926-07-20
WE&' ~ MH a' / 1u1lhzob
 MAxsON l1xHAIL Npus

Send all communications 10 Fun Shop Editor, care Of the New Britain Herald, and your letter will be forwarded to New York.
New Britain herald., 1926-07-20

Still, the communistic idea wouldn't be a bad thing inside the home.
New Britain herald., 1926-07-20

night in a restaurant if I had a clean shirt. Can be interviewed at the Salvation Army.
 Louis Martineau
 New Haven, July 16.
New Britain herald., 1926-07-20

Apparently there is a considerable body of strong and silent voters.
New Britain herald., 1926-07-20
IN KLASS AT KRAZY KoLLEGE
 (Conducted by Judyl

NSVHU"StCU DJ VuuJI Teacher:
 Ely, I heard your brother was fired" Fly Stories:
 "Why no, ma am." Teacher:
 "Then tell us what he's doing, us- ling Carolina. Fly. Sterles: My brother has a very good job, For a kid still in his teens,
New Britain herald., 1926-07-20

SUBSCRIPTION RATES $500 a Year.
 sa.o0 Three Months.
 75c. a Month.
New Britain herald., 1926-07-20
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HERALD PUBLISHING COMPANY

Issued Daily Sunday ExceptedD At Herald Bldg, ST Church Street.
New Britain herald., 1926-07-20

Entered at the Post ofice at New Britain
 as Second Class Mail Matter.
New Britain herald., 1926-07-20

A dachshund surely ought to know his own hindquarters!
The Coconino sun., 1926-12-03
Herb Babbitt registered

Herb Babbitt registered at a
Phoenix hotel this week.
Large shipment of toys and decor
ations just received at Brooks store.
J. d. Jackson made an official trip
to the southern part Of the state yes
terday.
Bob Narris of the Cady Lumber
corporation office is spending most of
this week at home, i'll with cold.
For sale Oldsmobile six in running
condition, as is, for $500 cash.
Double Circle garage on Milton road.
Mr.. and Mrs. Nat Greer returned
the last of the week from st. Johns
and on Wednesday they left for Phoe-
nix accompanied by Mr.. and Mrs.
Frank Thomas.
The Coconino sun., 1926-12-03

The Sun does all kinds of CONS
mercial and society printing at rea-
sonable prices. N
The Coconino sun., 1926-12-03

Mrs. S. J. Pratt and daughter, Miss
Lena Pratt, who visited Mrs. Cech
)eVaney, daughter and sister, respect
lively, left Wednesday for their home
at Pueblo after a pleasant visit herd,
Bob Reed Of Prescott spent a few
days here recently with his sister,
Mrs. Eugene Phelan Bob is on bis
way to Portland whence he will sail
on the fourteenth for China where
he has contracted to stay for four
year term as commissioner for an
Oregon lumber company. -