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New Britain herald., 1926-10-19
PYTHIANS IN VISIT TO NEW BRITAIN

New Britain is playing host to- day to several hundred members of the Knights of Pythias and the Pythian Sisters. May the delegates to the Grand Lodge meeting here have a most successful session and an enjoyable time In the city.
 Our community Is willing and anxious to welcome into it groups of people from other cities of the state or nation. We have much to be proud of and wish 1t to be seen and appreciated. Tn extending the hand of welcome we are most sin cere. The Herald is positive that 1t Is acting as spokesman for the en- tire community when 1t gives ex- pression to the welcome, which, of course. is impossible for each in- diyidual here.
New Britain herald., 1926-10-19

cleus. nebulous light surrounding the nucleus and luminous train proceeding or following it. For merly when a train preceded the | nucleus. as is the case of a comet that has passed perhelion and re- cedes from the sun--it was called the beard" and when seen follow ing the nucleus as from the sun it approached it was called the tail", This distinction however, has dis appeared from astronomical books and the latter name is given to the appendage whatever its position in relation to the nucleus of the comet.
 Q. What does licked into shapc~ mean?
 A. According to legend, ths young bear is born shapelees mass. and the dam licks her cub into it's proper shape.
 Q. Who first used the "spit ball' in a National or American league game and who invented it?
 A. Stricklet of the Brooklyn team was the first to use it--about 1902-and Chesbro perfected it.
 Q. How long would 1t take to count a million silver dollars?
 A. suppoeing man can count sixty dollars per minute. 1t would take over B days, allowing 12 hours per day.
New Britain herald., 1926-10-19
Observation On He WeafheT

Washington, Oct. 1s.-Forecast for Southern New England: Partly cloudy tonight; Wednesday increas- ing cloudiness, not quite so cold, probably followed by showers in the afternoon or at night; moderate north, shifting to southeast winds.
 Forecast for Eastern New York: Partly cloudy tonight; Wednesday increasing cloudiness; probably fol- lowed by showers in afternoon or night; not quite so cool Wednesday: moderate north, shifting to east winds.
 Conditions: The lakes disturbance Of yesterday morning passed out to sea off the Massachusetts coast. An area of high pressure now over- spreads the entire lake region. Other centers of high pressure pre- vail over the east Gulf states and the northern Rocky mountain dis tricts. A storm is in process of formation near Oklahoma City and centers of low pressure obtain along the Canadian northwest border anl near San Francisco.
 Showers were confined mostly to northern states east of the Missi.,- sippi valley. Temperatures are somewhat higher in New EngIand and along the middle Atlantic coast.
 Conditions favor for this vicinity fair weather with slightly lower temperature.
New Britain herald., 1926-10-19
TiiOTZkf LOSING POWER
 IN RI' SSIA

An event that may mark the be- ginning Of the end of the rule Of tho Soviet, as the Soviet has been known at least, in Russia took place last week when Trotzky and his as sociates bowed 10 the will Of the majority" as the expression goes in the press dispatches from the Krem- lin. The surrender was complete, the rebels" and erstwhile leaders giving up their efforts 10 arouse the Communists to revolt against cdicts Of the Fourteenth Communistic Con- gress, edicts which Trotzky consid- cred inimical 10 the world rcvolu- tionary movement. and announcing that they would capitulate, admit ting that their actions tended to
New Britain herald., 1926-10-19
OBEDlENT YOUNG MAN By William Quinian

When the boss returned to hissof- flee after spending q week out of the city he found something amazing.
 You did," said young Gibson. his office assistant, standing guard over a young woman, who was bound securely to desk with heavy wire,
 "What-what does this mean? ?' the boss demanded.
 T did as you told me, but I had terrible time with her." groaned Gibson. Tt would have been easier to tic her with rope but I carried out your orders to the letter."
 You did what? Who told you to bind this young woman?"
 You did, said young Gibson. Here's the letter you sent me the other day read it and see"
 If a stcnographcr answers our advertisement" tho letter read, hold her until l return, and wire immediately"
New Britain herald., 1926-10-19
DRUGGISTS, DOCTORS AND ALCOHOL

F. c. Putney, federal prohibition officer, in an address before Con- necticut women, who expressed an interest in law enforcement, par ticularly, we suppose, in the liquor phase of enforcement, stated that the misuse of liquor permits by doctors and the aid given many druggists by physicians in making
 whiskey and gin of their alcohol were the biggest problems con- fronting the dry agents today. He stated also that progress was be- ing made in enforcing the provi- sions of the eighteenth amend ment, despite the difficulties and the small force of agents available.
 Doubtless Mir. Putney knows whereof he speaks. He above all. should kLow where the greatest difficulties to his department are. Probably certain doctors and drug gists are supplying more of the al coholic product than they should, under the law. The point is, how ever, that the law does allow the distribution of a certain amount of liquor, as medicine, and 1t is diff ficult for anybody to define a line beyond which liquor ceases 10 be medicinal and becomes illegal. Physicians, like all of us, are hu- man. Some of them, unquestionably, are utterly interruptions and are turning over many a dishonest pen- ny by aiding in the dispensation of alcohol where it has no right 10 go. But it is extremely probable that many more are stretching a point, with no appreciable fnan- cial gain 10 themselves, and are aiding some of their patients in obtaining alcohol for beverage purposes, when there is no actual need Of it as a medicine.
 All of the laws that man can conceive are not going to remove the human element from the hu- man species. Unfortunately there are many people in this country of hours who wish alcoholic drinks, even unto the point of actual need ot alcohol. We may eliminate the druggists and the doctors as dis pensers, but those who have the craving will find another source. IL Is deplorable fact, possibly, but It is true, nevertheless.
New Britain herald., 1926-10-19
25 Fears Ago Today

some time ago petition was sent 10 the common council asking for an engine house in the cast end; this was deferred, the council feeling that an engine house could not be put there although a hose house might be. Now residents of the lower part of the first ward are asking for house there. pointing to the large number of new houses being built in that section as ample reason for their request.
 The new hospital annex, designed by Architects Caldwell and Ora abtree, was approved by the directors last night. It will be built on Grand street west of the present building, will be of brick. and will be as or nate as any building in the city.
 Herbert Camp of New Britain was elected vice-prcsidont of the National Roller Polo league when it met last night al the Hotel Garde in New Haven. New Britain will again be represented this year.
 The Philharmonic band will leave on the 5:3S train tonight to parti- cipate in the bIcentennial exercises at Yale university.
 The grammar school defeated Cur tis street at football yesterday after noon, 10 to 0.
 Captain Hartman was back in the game Saturday afternoon and New Britain high school defeated Bristol in a fine football game. l s to Q. Both teams played first rate football, although Bristol fumbled at critical points. New Britain used F'lannery. Brady, Nolan. Cryne, Cur tin, Devlin. Chamberlain, Hartman, Brown. Damon and Wainright. downs, the last with nine seconds to play, and Curtin kicked all three goals.
 II. A. Castle. chairman of the democratic town committee in PIainvilIe. reports that his election expenses were s4.S7; the republicans expended s16.46. w. J. Hemingway spent S4.25 to become tax collector and P. J. Prior $11.5O to become selectman.
 Benjamin filling former high school football. player. is putting up star game at tackle with the Dartmouth team this season. He materially assisted in the victory over Williams Saturday.
 There was an automobile accident on Hartford avenue yesterday after noon which was fortunately unat- tended by fatal results but was seri- ous to a distressing degree. Howaru s. Hart and his sister-in-law, Mrs. Walter P. Hart. were in the auto mobile, which was speeding along the avenue when Mrs. Hart attempt ed to take charge, Something went wrong and the machine hit a tele- graph pole. The front was crushed and the occupants were thrown out. Mrs. Hart sprained her ankle severe ly and a small bone in her foot was broken. She will be confined to the house for several weeks. MT. Hart received no injuries.
New Britain herald., 1926-10-19
Call of Millions" SALAD
 TEA Emphasizes It's Popularity
Emphasizes Its Popularity

of parents, both of whom are regis tered with some international stock association.
 Q. What is the name of that class of words that spelled back ward or forward, spell the same, such as madam? | A. Palindromes.
 Q. When and where was the cable system for street cars first 1 used In this country?
 A. In San Francisco in August, 1873.
 Q. How long must a British sub ject, not a Canadian, reside in Canada before applying for admis- sion to the United States?
 A. At least two years continuous residence is required.
 Q. Where is the lowest altitude in the United States? A. Death Valley, Inyo County, California, which is 276 feet below the seq. level.
 Q. Where was Edgar Allen Poe's poem "The Raven" first published?
 A. Poe was living in New York City in 1S45 when he wrote "The Raven" and it was published In the New York Evening Mirror. where he was working. Other papers throughout the world copied it and Poe became famous.
 C.. Which is correct facts affect ing the importation" or facts effecting the transportation"?
 A. Affect means to have an effect upon; effect means to be the cause of producer of. Therefore both clauses are correct depending upon the idea to be conveyed.
 Q. What will remove stain. from white enamel gas ovens? ;. A. Kerosene and whiting. Add enough kerosene to the whiting to make paste and rub on the stains. Wipe off with clean damp cloth and shine with clean dry cloth.
 Q. Was John l.. Sullivan, the prize fighter, a rich man when he died? What was the cause and date of his. death?
 A. Sullivan amassed several small fortunes during his career, but he was a slave to drink the greater part of his life, and squandered his money almost as fast as he got it, with the result that he was often1 without funds. Frequently after he lost his title, his friends staged | benefits and took up collections for him. During the latter part of his life. he broke himself of the habit. and became temperance reformer and lecturer. The last ten years he lived quietly on his little Massa- farm. He died at his home. Donelee, Ross Farm, West | Abingdon, Massachusetts, February ?, 1918. The cause of his death was given as heart trouble, his sick ness lasting about three weeks. He left a small estate, only the farm at Abingdon and a few securities.
 Q. Does the tail" of comet always follow the nucleus?
 A. The general features of a comet are a definite point or nu-
New Britain herald., 1926-10-19

the drys, instead of the present
 condition. The vote, in some dis
 tricts, may prove that there is a
 great wet sentiment and we may
 find that some dry legislators will | change their views appreciably in order to save their political skins.
 Many of the present drys have been influenced by the representa-
 tions Of a noisy minority in their home districts. If the opposition becomes sufficiently noisy they may change their minds. Politicians have been known to do that.
 If the majority cannot demon- strate. through the vote, that it is wet in sentiment, how can we change the laws of the land to suit the greater part of the popuace? And if there are not avowed wet or dry candidates for Congressional positions, how can we show our preferences in regard to the liquor laws? Prohibition is an issue, what ever Mir. Tilson prefers to be- lieve; It will continue to be one. despite the pussyfooting of ex- perienced politicians.
 There are probably many dry democrats and many wet republ- cans. There are also many republi- cans who are unfavorable to a high tariff, and many democrats who wish a high tariff. on certain prod ucts The tariff is a matter of in- dustrial districts. The southerner probably wants his cotton and his sugar protected, the farmer in the midwest would welcome a tariff against his grain. Both of them wish to buy the products of the New England district as cheaply as possible, therefore they wish no tariff on manufactured goods. The very southerner who wishes his cotton protected wants finished cotton goods unprotected in order that he might buy the results of some other persons labor cheaply. But can Mir. Tilson argue, because of this. that the tariff Is not an issue? If he does he destroys the prime issue of New England repub- l licanism for many day.
New Britain herald., 1926-10-19
TEDDY ROOSEVELT MAKES
 A DISCOVERY

Colonel Theodore Roosevelt, sor or worthy father. over in New York state has just made a discov- cry. At least he is now telling the voter about 1t, even if he has known it for some time. And that is to the effect that Al Smith Is aiming at the Presidency of these United States. Gosh, Teddy we thought that was known to everyone long time. ago. What is the use of vast ing your breath telling the voters anything like that-the chances are they already know 1t. Ever since a certain event, transpiring in Madi- son Square garden was broadcast through the length and breadth of the land by every available pub licity medium, eternally inscribing upon the tablets Of familiar phases the saying Alabama casts twenty four votes for Oscar w. Underwood" |" there has been reason for the sus- picion that As friends would like to see him President some day. And we don't see why not.
 Surely. the statement that he is hoping 10 be President is poor cam paign material against him. It ought 10 bring to his side some votes from loyal New Workers which he would not otherwise get. He has many friends in York State who would like to see him President, the chances are that there are many New Yorker President, even though they may not rave over Al personally. The aspirat tion to be President Is no dishonor to any man.
 or course, there follows in campaign talks. the implication that MT. Smith would not make a good governor Of the Empire State for the fourth time, which he also hopes to be. because he is seeking higher thrones. But why should that be true? Certainly man who has am bition is more liable to take care of the job in hand much better if he wishes 10 stay in the political lime light. We would trust such a man further than we would one who was prepared 10 make his next job his last one. There would certainly be no incentive to give the best in him to his duties If he did not OK pect to get political reward for 1t.
 The Presidency is the bull's-cye Of the American political target. Many politicians are aiming at it, few can hit and only those who have found the most favor through attending 10 their preliminary jobs well, are most liable 10.
 Gosh. Teddy, get new argument,
New Britain herald., 1926-10-19
PROHIBITION NO ISSC F.,
 SAYS TIISON

Congressman John Q. Tilson, staunch defender of Republican, ism, in a rally in New Haven re- gently advanced the thought that the liquor question was not an is- sue in this campaign. He said that there are just as many dry demo- crats as there are wet ones and just as many dry republicans as there are wet and that there are forty wet representatives in Wash ington 10 four hundred drys. He then hranched forth into discus sion of the Johnson inauguration bin and proposed educational lcgis- lation.
 Unfortunately this time, he did not discuss that eyer-recurring re- publican campaign argument, the tariff. possibly because the rally was being held under the auspices of Itallan-Amcrican organizations and he felt that 1t was more fitting 10 attack the immigration phrase. particularly as it applied 10 Italian immigration, q privilege that he has.
 But, prohibition Is an issue and probably will continue 10 be one until some definite conclusion has been arrived at. Statistics as to the number of vets and drys In Con- gress may be correct, at present. But they may be so changed. by the electorate, within the nex' few years that the vets will overbalance
New Britain herald., 1926-10-19
NS--S-==@ Aszz NO J A eEk-k

Picture of complete misery: An adult finger, wrapped in cloth, washing a small boys ear.
 Getting old has compensations. A crease in pants don't seem so vital
 Only successful men hesitate to advise a widow how to invest her money.
 Times are good. and as winter ap- breaches there isn't much to be sor- ry for except knees.
 College teaches kids to think. It takes mental effort 10 discover so many reasons to ask dad for money
 Each man work for the whole community? Phew. It's hard enough to work for family of six.
 A hair divides the false and true. A sniff may indicate good blood or bad cold.
New Britain herald., 1926-10-19

lou can get an answer 10 an, question of fact or information b, writing to the Question Editor New Britain Herald. Washington Bureau, 1922 New York avenue Washington, D. C., enclosing two cents in stamps for reply. Medical legal and marital advice cannot be given, nor can extended research De undertaken. All other question. VII receive a personal reply. Un. signed requests cannot be answered All letters are confidential.-Edi
 Q. Who appoints the Prime Minister of Great Britain?
 A. He is appointed by the king after consultation with the leaders Of the party that has a majority Tn the House of Commons. In practice he always accepts the ad- vice of these party leaders.
 Q. What were the results of the three fights between Battling Nel- son and Joe Cans?
 A. In the first fight at Goldfeld. Nevada, September 3, 1908 Nelson lost on foul in 42 rounds. In the second fight, at San Francisco. Calif,, July 4, 1908, Nelson knocked out Cans in 17 rounds. In the third battle, at Colma. California. Sept. 9, 1908, Nelson again knocked out Cans in 21 rounds.
 o. What is the Jewish Popula- ton in the United States?
 A. It is estimated at $500, GOO.
 Q. Are graduate from the |, S, Naval Academy compelled to serve for q specified time in the navy?
 A. The regulations of the United States Naval Academy provide: Candidates who pass the required examination will receive appoint ments as midshipmen and be ad- mitted as such to the Naval Acad- emy. Each candidate for midship- man will be required to sign articles (Wlth consent of parent or guar dian) by which he binds himself to serve in the |. S. Navy during the pleasure of the President of the United States Gncluding his time of probation at the Naval Academy) unless sooner discharged"
 Q. Who is the husband of Blanche Sweet?
 A. Marshall Neilan.
 Q. How can the tarnish be re- moved from gold braid? ..,
 A. Use a solution of cyanide of potassium. Sponge and rub lightly over the gold, and as soon as the gold is frightened, which will be almost instantly, sponge off with warm water, or the potassium will eat into the gold. Clean about an inch or two at time.
 Q. What is the value of a small copper cent dated 1880?
 A. From 1 to Cents.
 Q. Where is radio station "WOID"? Who owns it and what is the wave length?
 A. WHO'D is owned by the Carl G. Fisher Company, Miami, Florida. It broadcasts on a wave length of 247.S meters and 1000 watts.
 Q. Who first applied the mack name "John Bull" to England?
 A. Dr. John Arbuthnot in Flaw Is a Bottomless Pit"
 Q. What is the difference be- tween thoroughbred and pure-bred? |?
 A. Thoroughbred is a term ap- piled to running horses, meaning one descendant of noted line kept pure through generations. Pure bred Is a term applied to stock bred
New Britain herald., 1926-10-19
FactsondFdncies
 BY ROBERT CULLEN
By Robert Oujllen

By Robert Quillen Turtles don't talk, and look how long they live. You can't tell what the winter will be. The prophets haven't fore told the opposite yet.
 There are men capable of being ideal underlings, but most of them are bosses.
 We know little Of Borah's school days. but we'll bet he wasn't a cheer leader.
 What a peaceful world this would be if old Noah hadn't finish ed his boat on time.
 You'll hunt along time before finding a specialist with his teeth, tonsils and appendix out.
New Britain herald., 1926-10-19

knickers and a bob don't cramp her style when she needs a cry.
 Only the right kind of advertising is worth darn. A cackle indicates much more than a crow.
 They used to cut up dogs 10 learn how to operate on men, but that was when a man was considered worth more than a dog.
 The public has lot of faith. but 1t cant understand why the great dc troy the records when they are accused.
 When a statesman quits in America, he ran behind: when one quits in Europe he's running well out in front.
 Correct this sentence; q had inn portant guests today" she said, And not a fly appeared in the din- ing room"
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New Britain herald., 1926-10-19

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New Britain herald., 1926-10-19

Ed Ache: "2 boys was scrapping in the street. One had the other down and beat; And now,' he said, 'whatcha gotta say Bout sickness dog on me this way?'"
 Lynn Bigler
New Britain herald., 1926-10-19
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Father: "Yes. Muriel your mother and l first met at picture show" Muriel: "oh so that's why she keeps telling me to keep away from picture shows"
 Mrs. W. H. Thomas Copyright, 1928 Reproduction
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New Britain herald., 1926-10-19
kRAXY KINDERGARTEN

Fletcher: "Define aroma Eddie"
 Ed Ache: "Wen mon cooks corn beef and cabbidGe the hole block sniffs define aroma"
 Fletcher: Now try to get over sickness
New Britain herald., 1926-10-19
Oh OSNad.

What's the matter, Oswald ?" I'm bothered by a terrible strain" What kind of strain ?' The strain Of music my wife sings"
 James Donnelly
New Britain herald., 1926-10-19
\ Dumb Shci,,

Margie: Whats that string on your finger for?" Clarence: That's to remind me to kiss you goodbye"
 Russell Simmons
New Britain herald., 1926-10-19
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New Britain herald., 1926-10-19
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New Britain herald., 1926-10-19
c. II. MORRIS TO SPEAK

Charles H. Norris of the Ameri- can Hardware corp, will address the New Britain Rotary club at it's regular meeting at the Burritt hotel Thursday. He will tell of the indus trial and political conditions ob- served during his recent world tour The meeting is. 10 be an open one and the public is invited 10 attend.
New Britain herald., 1926-10-19

The Herald is on sale daily in New York at Hotalings Newsstand. Times Square; schultzs Eewsstanda Entrance Grand Central, <2nd Street.
New Britain herald., 1926-10-19

One On Pa! The diminutiye member of the family objected 10 employing some of the politer phrases in our lan- guagc. One of them was "excuse me-"
 His father, thinking to set a good example, rose from the table and turned to him.
 Excuse me. Buddy" " Scuse yourself." advised Buddy.
 Ruth Quisenberg