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New Britain herald. [microfilm reel] (New Britain, Conn.) 1890-1976, 1927-04-07
ARMS BUDGETS LIMITS
OPPOSED BY AMERICA
Gibson Tells League OF Nations Dis
armament Conference Of
u. S. Stand,

Geneva, April 7.-(UP)--Limlta-
ton OF ornaments budgets would
not be acceptable to the United
States. Hugh S. Gibson, United
states minister to Switzerland, told
the league OF nations preparatory
disarmament commission today.
While the United States could not
accept such limitation, Gibson said
washington was disposed to give
full publicity to such appropriations
and expenditures. The American
spokesman urged the power Of pub
liclty, suggesting that a clause be
inserted in the forthcoming dis
armament convention which would
require all nations to make public
expenditures for the creation and
maintenance OF ornaments.
The commission decided to IN
struct a sub commission OF experts
20 prepare a model ornaments
statement for the use OF all nations
TO show the principal items of
ornaments expenditure. The state
ment would be made public annual
w
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.SP07LESS life is
CERTAINLY NEEDED
Candidates for Prohibition b.
reau PObS Warned

Washington. April Op'-- A spot
lass life is an essential qualification
Tor successful candidates for posi-
tons in the newly created bureau OF
prohibition, the civil service commits
sion announced today IN making
public the requirements for the
posts.
The commission indicated that
searching investigation into the can
didates' past life would be one OF the
phases of the tests, Competitive ex-
aminations were announced for ap-
proximately 1000 OF the 2,5o0 posi-
tons to be filled.
"Fingerprints will be made OF all
applicants who attain eligible rat
ing" the commission said. These
will be Used to check the accuracy
of the applicants statements as to
arrest, Indictment. or conviction for
crime or misdemeanor."
The positions for which comped-
tive examination viii be held IN
clude that of chief OF field division.
which pays $4,000 a year; five zone
supervisors, at a $500 annual sal
airy; "a district illustrators, at
from $4,000 to $4,000; the same
number OF assistant administrators
to be in charge of enforcement and
a like number for permit work: 30
deputy administrators; IS, senior IN
vestigatovs, SO junior investigators
and 109 Investigators; rs prohibit
ton agents and 1850 junior agents,
and "A attorneys, who will receive
pay from 81, $50 to 5000.
While the Jobs of administrators
and other officials who have been
selected by Assistant Secretary An
drews. in charge of prohibition en-
forcement. are included in those for
which examinations will be held. to-
days statement was not the fore
runner of a general shake-up in this
regard. Under instructions from
General Andrews the administrators
have dropped practically all of the
employees whose chances to pass ex.
animation were thought to be
dubious. The treasury expects most
of the present employees to pass the
examination, The staff Of admins
traitors it is believed. will not be
changed materially. Most Of the
administrators are former army and
navy officers.
II is General Andrews desire, also,
Irt "a ~ NS % he 4
ually reduced and the number Of IN
New Britain herald. [microfilm reel] (New Britain, Conn.) 1890-1976, 1927-04-07
English Naval Officer
Is Held Without Bonds

London, April 7 tP,-Licutcnant
Commander Colin Mayors of the
British navy was held without bail
for trial after a hearing in Bow
street court today. He is charged
by the admiralty with illicitly pos
sessing official documents. among
them the plans Of Great Britain s
largest submarine.
No details OF today's hearing We're
given out, the proceedings being
held behind closed doors.
CNayer5 was arrested March II
at the request OF the British admir-
atty. He retired from the navy last
January and since then has been
employed by Nickers, Limited, build
ers OF war craft and ordnance.)
New Britain herald. [microfilm reel] (New Britain, Conn.) 1890-1976, 1927-04-07
NOW YOU
ASK ONE

!. What is Chief Justice Taft's
middle name?
2. In what year did Calvin
Coolidge become president?
3. Commissioner kenesaw NJ.
Lands OF baseball held what posi-
ton before he took his present
post?
T. Who wrote the historical
novel, "Ivanhoe"?
). Who is Baltic?
6. Where does the League Of
Nations hold its meetings?
I. Who is the chief legal ad-
visor OF the Anti-Saloon League OF
America?
8. How long Is the term Ct a
United States senator?
9. In what game Is an nipple
ment called "niblick" used?
New Britain herald. [microfilm reel] (New Britain, Conn.) 1890-1976, 1927-04-07

With the exception Of two sum
mer courses taken at Boston and
Harvard universities, Miss Muriel
Bradbury, teacher of home manage
ment at the Junior high school
shops. has had all her education
and teaching experience in her ma
tive state, New Hampshire, previous
10 accepting her position in this
city.
Born in Berlin, n H, she was
graduated from the high school of
that place and the plymouth Nor
nal school OF Plymouth, n. H. For
TWO years She taught in Plymouth
high school in Plymouth, n. f.. and
for three years she instructed classes
in Lebanon high school in Lebanon,
n. II.
This Is her first year in New
Britain.
New Britain herald. [microfilm reel] (New Britain, Conn.) 1890-1976, 1927-04-07
George Bernard Shaw
Wins Legal Injunction

New York, April 7.-WP)--
George Bernard Shaw. British
drama,ist, today won an injunction
restraining further sale OF VIII A.
Pages book, behind the Curtains
OF Broadway's Beauty Trust con
tanning four letters written by Shaw
10 the books author.
Federal Judge Knox, IN his rul-
ing, said Shaw's letters, which
Compared favorably with some Of
his more formal literary produc-
tons" had been published IN the
book without the writer's consent.
Shaw's complaint ASKING 100000
damages viii be disposed Of when
The suit IL tried
New Britain herald. [microfilm reel] (New Britain, Conn.) 1890-1976, 1927-04-07
Nicaraguan Rebel Chief
Reported About to Flee

Washington, April T.--(tP)--
Juan Il. Sacasa, Nicaraguan rebel
leader, was reported by the Nicara-
guam legation here as about to flee
10 Mexico.
Sacasa's revolution is destined TO
end in complete failure the le-
cation said, and unless he flecs
Sacasa has no alternative but 10
surrender and throw himself on the
mercy of President Diaz.
The legation statement said Sa
casa has only a beaten, retreating
and deserving force between him
and the oncoming victorious gov
eminent forces" and that Sacasa's
cxchequcr is totally depleted"
New Britain herald. [microfilm reel] (New Britain, Conn.) 1890-1976, 1927-04-07

ves'igators increased.
"AlI Of the examinations will in
clude ratings On training and expert
cnce, searching oral test, and a
rigid character Investigation made
by the civil service commission with
New Britain herald. [microfilm reel] (New Britain, Conn.) 1890-1976, 1927-04-07

aviator, hoped off this morning for
Bahia, in continuation OF his round
the-world flight which started at
Lisbon, Portugal. early in March.
Bahia is about 450 miles down the
brazilian coast from Pernambuco.
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METHODIST CONFERENCE

Chicago, April Z P-The 1928
General conference of the Methodist
Episcopal church will meet in Kan
sas City, Mo-, it has been practically
determined. said a statement from
official church sources today.
Atlantic City, n. j., the only rival
Of Kansas City, withdrew its invi-
tation to the conference because its
convention hall would not be COM
pleted in time, but made a reserva-
ton that New Jersey wanted the
1882 convention.
New Britain herald. [microfilm reel] (New Britain, Conn.) 1890-1976, 1927-04-07

caused such untold misery that my
nerves became shattered. ! suffered
great deal from headaches. !
couldn't sleep at night and | would
he so tired the housework was
drudgery ] tried remedy after rem
edy without success.
AT last, Tanlac came to the res-
cue. This wonderful tonic relieved
my suffering and made me feel like
my old self. / have gained 3
pounds And I can eat anything
without i'll effects
Tanlac helps build up weak bodies.
drive out causes of suffering and
gives the body health. 1t is made
from roots. harks and herbs. At
your dugsists.
New Britain herald. [microfilm reel] (New Britain, Conn.) 1890-1976, 1927-04-07
NOTED SINGER DIES

Kansas City. Mo. April (CP)-
Harry Strawbridge, SO, widely
known theatrical singer. died at his
home here today. Strawbridge had
spen. ! years on the stage and was
remembered from coast 70 coast for
his roles in THE Pink Lady" Pen
New Britain herald. [microfilm reel] (New Britain, Conn.) 1890-1976, 1927-04-07
Special Notice

A benefit whist will be given by
the Leading Star Lodge, No. 1928, o.
s. o. b, Thursday evening, April 7.
Whist starts at $50. Public invited.
Tickets 25c.-adVt.
New Britain herald. [microfilm reel] (New Britain, Conn.) 1890-1976, 1927-04-07
Tanlac Rescues
Hartford Woman
Health and Strength Restored
After Suffering from Indigestion.
Dizziness And Nervousness.
Gains o Pounds

Life without
good health is a
grim shadow. For
Il year Mrs. En-
ma Yockell, Al
buckingham St.
Hartford. Conn,
suffered terribly
from stomach
troubles a n d
other ailments.
indigestion and
loss Of appetite
New Britain herald. [microfilm reel] (New Britain, Conn.) 1890-1976, 1927-04-07
COOLIDGE INVITED

Washington, April Z tuP)-Prcs-
ident Coolidge today was invited TO
spend his summer vacation on the
North Shore near Chicago.
New Britain herald. [microfilm reel] (New Britain, Conn.) 1890-1976, 1927-04-07
Special Notice

Withstand pinochle, n. p. Odd
Fellows association, Odd Fellows
hall, every Saturday evening in
April. Admission csc.
New Britain herald. [microfilm reel] (New Britain, Conn.) 1890-1976, 1927-04-07

the assistance of other government
agencies" the announcement said.
New Britain herald. [microfilm reel] (New Britain, Conn.) 1890-1976, 1927-04-07

MAJOR BEIRES CONTINUES
Pernambuco. Brazil. April P-
Major Sarmento Beires, Portuguese
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1927-03-27
SIMMER CAMPS

PERSONS. HAVING OR DESIRING CAMP
sites on virginia side of Potomac River be-
tween Key Bridge and Chain Bridge Call
Fr; 600 bet; and pm. before April ! st
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1927-03-27
AUCTION SALES.
EIfTI.AE NAYS
ADAM A wEsCHLEK { son Auctioneers.
Trustees Sale of Valuable Inn
proved Real Estate Known as
the Gordon Hotel" No. GIG
18th st. NV, Together With
Furniture, Furnishings and
Equipment.

BY virtue of a certain deed OF trust dated
records Of the District of Columbia. and al
he he rnergned trastess viii oer for sse
by public auction. in front q The pl premises;
%ME ARcH iaa rh AT rHREE ocL 5AK
pm the following described land and prem
70 wit rhe east !" 5e fee, oG North Sa Ee s
by the full depth thereof. Of lot . in aDrury
Der plat recorded in the Office Of the sur
.eyor for the District Of Columbia. in Liber
ras at f2q ee eo Of T hs Ts ss' 81 q 5 ncs ss
81 , ssd ,ot 70 alley IN the rear; also part.
POINT S1 ]qh west ne Of 81 stee,
JIG feet 3 = inches north Of the southeast
ons S sad a of asa sse % "0H ee
~ inches, thence west 80 feet. inches:
1he1 se south tess nnss thence see west
inches; thence east 100 feet 9 inches to the
hesinnns also another part gn Of said lot
point on s said line Of said Sixteenth street
90 fee. s , inches TO the % . 9rbe
inches. thence east TO the beginning: i'm
proved by sad hotel together with furni-
Terms OF sale The above property will he
93ao subject oo e S Sror Mach Gssd q trust tgr
together with taxes and accrued interest, the
~ oae % aane ssh the a.
in monthly fnstaliments OF 81 $50. including
mainder becomes due. secured by a second
deed Of trust upon the property sold. or all
caE over trust at option of purchaser. A
deposit Of SIS 900 required of purchaser at
time Of sale: All convcysncing. recording
Of sale TO he complied with in 30 days from
day Of sale. otherwise the trustees reserve
the right to resell the property at the risk
and cost of the defauiting purchaser. after
five DAYS advertisement of such resale in
Washington. p. 6.
THOMAS b. LAWLER
AUSTIN &. WALLER
mh1g dads. exSu.mh20 Trustees.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1927-03-27

( HAVE THE CASH IF YOU HAVE A
cheap to room house. Address Box ] "a
y Gfav affisa 1rs
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1927-03-27
w. C. T. U.

lexington Union met Tuesday night
at the home of Mrs Ansny, As New
York ave, Mrs. Alvin Day, president
presiding. Mrs. J. A. Edgar distrlc'
director of the official organ, was the
speaker. Mrs. Edgar impressed upon
her audience the importance of read
ing the Union Signal. A generous re-
Spouse in way Of subscriptions toi'
lowed Mrs. NJ n. Pollock, District
president. announced the organlzatloh
of a new union and introduced Mrs.
w. Peters as its president. The new
union is in Cleveland Park and is the
twentieth one i'm the District. Mrs.
Grissum reported an active LoEal
Temperance Legion that meets In Ian
coin Road Church Tuesdays after
school. Mrs. Grissum and Mrs. Nc
Aneny directors. The membership
committee reported through its chair
man. Mrs. Frank Day. Miss Lillian
Carr spoke of a few of her many visits
among foreign-born people. Miss Carr
devotes her entire time to America nj
cation work. Delegates to the quar-
terlv convention to he held April | in
Calvary Methodist Episcopal Church
were appointed. Mrs. McAneny MADE
the social hour a success.
Cleveland Park Union.-On March
= /.
3400 Macomb street. Mrs. n. NJ. Pol
lock, president District of Columbia
w. c. T. T.. organized new Woman $
Christian Temperance Union to he
called the Cleveland Park w. {. I. u.
Mrs Pollock called upon the first vice
president of the District of Columbia
w. G.. T. u, DR.. Loretta kress, also
president of the Takoma Park w. {.
r. u. who made an address. She
said she is a practicing physician, but
does not prescribe intoxicants in any
form and therefore does not handle
prescriptions for liquor. Mrs. Harter,
District of Columbia medal contest SUI
perintendent, had charge of the devo-
tionals.
The following officers were selected
for the new union: President. Mrs.
W. J. Peters: recording secretary, Mrs.
J. RAYMOND Schmidt: corresponding
secretary. Mrs. Arthur Previously;
treasurer. Mrs. Daniel Crane. The
new union was welcomed into the
District family and as union presl-
dent Mrs Peters was invited to the
next District meeting Mrs. II. r.
Rogers. District corresponding secre
tary. explained the membership drive.
The new union reported 81 members.
Mrs. Ross, District treasurer; Miss
Claire Lusby, District recording sec
retarY. and Mrs. w. A. Winkelhaus.
District publicity director, gave the
new union a welcome and little in
formation The entertainment con-
sisted Of solos sung by Miss Vesta Pol
lock- \ social and get acquainted
hour was spent during the enjoyment
of refreshments.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1927-03-27
WANTED To BtJy-HousEs.

SIX ROOM HOUSE. ALL GOOD r EsTDEN-
tfal section of NV: no agents Address BOX
a276-X Star ofice.
FIVE OR SIX ROOM BUNGALnW MOD
eru conveniences. good residential section
easy distance of car or bus line. not over
$12 900: can make substantial baymcnt
state particulars Address Box 219-X Staf
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1927-03-27
The North Capitol Union met at the

The North Capitol Union met at the
home of Mrs. Charles H. Ferrner. 2033
North Capitol street. The president
Mrs NJ r. Lineback. presided. The
devotionals were led by Mrs. Clara
L. Voorhees,. Reports from secretary
and other committees were given. The
event of the evening was the presence
of two workers of the w. c. T. T., Miss
Rehecca Rhodes, national chairman of
soldiers and sailors work, and Mrs.
David Lum. for many years president
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1927-03-27

of the w. c. r. IT, in India. Both are
fluent speakers. Miss Rhodes gave
some statistics of years report of
the work briefly: 1856 Bibles given,
67, 299 cookies, 1928 bouquets, 1907
comfort and sunshine bags. 929 games
and puzzles and many other pleasures
and comforts for homesick soldiers
and sailors. and greatest of all there
were 5000 w. c. T. u. pledges signed
by the boys. Miss Rhodes has visited
the different Army posts in Hawaii
and Panama and all through the
United States.
Mrs. David Lum gave a ht ref talk
of the work in India. the great inter
est shown by the native women, their
wonderful endurance and perseverance
in making long and tedious journeys
to attend the w. c. T. L. meetings. \
social hour was enjoyed during the
serving of refreshments.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1927-03-27

GOOD SMALL HOUSE. WASH. OR vIcIN-
ity Have small cash and two excellent
building lots value S4.25o. for equity Pr.
rate party, Address Box 247-X. Star Office.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1927-03-27

A TO 10 ROOM BRICK HOUSE SUITABLE
for renting rooms and convenient to trans
portation Can make large cash payment
Must have possession in so DAYS. Call
Main $50 or address Room 405. 1913 Fl
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1927-03-27
OUT.oF.TOWN REAL ESTATE.

FOR sALE-FARMs AND COUNTRY
homes in the historic Shenandoah Valley.
IF YOU ARE ANXIOUS TO EXCHANGE
property of any description see W. b. PICH-
LER. 201 Investment Bldg. Main 1872.
3 MILES FROM FREDERICK AND CLOSE
10 trolley. acres. improved with 12-room
modern brick dwelling. all necessary out
buildings. fine shrubbery and shade. An ex-
ceptionally attractive purchase. POTTS g.
GRIFFIN. Frederick. Nd.
FOR sALE-S200 DOWN. $40 PER
month. 5 aeree near Potomac River ls
miles south of d. c.: 81 900. Address Box
SIX Star office. e
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1927-03-27
CAT ENJOYS BATHING
WITH PRUNE FOR TOY
Inclination for Swimming Is Mark
ed-Taste of Soap Dampened
Ardor Once.

ROCHESTER,, \. Y, March 20
Skipper, a gray tomcat of unknown
parentage. is in revolt against the
most scored conventions of select fe
line circles.
For Skipper enjoys a dip in the
bathtub, preferably when the water is
not too deep for him to touch bottom
But depth has no terrors for Skipper
when his favorite toy, a prune, is
dangled at the waters surface from
a string. He will go wading any
time of his own accord, but he will
plunge in to get the prune.
Shippers fondness for water was
discovered shortly after he made his
appearance nearly a year ago as a
kitten at the home of Mr.. and Mrs.
j. l.. Mclaughlin. He was found
with soaking wet fur a number of
times. and investigation revealed his
inclination for swimming. His mis-
tress gave him bath with soap.
which dompened his ardor for while.
probably because of the taste when he
tried to lick it off, but his aversion
was only Temporary
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1927-03-27

MODERN BRICK HOUSE OR STORE WITH
apts: best NV commercial: must be gen.
uine bargain: give location and terms. Ad-
dress Box l9S-v Star office.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1927-03-27
Vitamins Now Society Topic.

Society women of England have
abandoned the old topics of discussion
dress husbands. babies and serv-
ants-and instead discuss vitamins.
autos and dogs. declares an English
journalist. A society leader says that
vitamins are viewed as the most i'm
portant thing in life just now, and
that preparation of fashionable din
ners is done according to vitamin
schedule
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1927-03-27
FOR SALE-HOUSES.

SIR. HOUSE Mr. 9th & SITS NV: $500
cash easy terms: no agents. Address Box
2I.2-X Star Office
COLORED-ScO0 CASH $50 PER MONTH
Broom brick, modern, garage. NV. section
immediate possessiot Franklin ss47 sun
ST BET 18th e. 16sh-11-R 9-BATH
brick: excellent for rooming house: easily
converted into apts.: bargain: terms: by
owner G L. McC3rtv, P q. Box 2n65.
NE NEAR STANTON PKG R.. B.
627 Mass. ave. ne. Sun. or eve.
COLoRED BARGAIN-FLA. AVE. NV: e
large rooms bath: excellent condition. owner
must sacrifice. Address Box 266-X. Star
Office.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1927-03-27
Lightning Stops Gossip.

Lightning cut short a long-dstance
telephone gossip between two women
in New Zealand recently. Striking
the wire, it knocked both unconscious,
the fair converSationaliSt at Dunedin
not recovering for a half hour, and the
other. at Edievale, being dazed for five
minutes. The bolt also put all fuses on
the high-tension wire out Of use for
several hours
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1927-03-27
SALE OR RENT-HOUsEs.

500 DOWN $40 MO-: RENT. $40. 50-t5-
room. bath brick excellent condition. Take
car or vacant lots. OWNER. Line. 1921.
FOR SALE OR RENT. A BUNGALOW on
wide avenue: suitable for a wayside inn;
ami. Address Box 1l0-X Star Office, 2s'
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1927-03-27

] CAN TRADE YOUR OLD HOUSE FOR A
new one: any section: financing arranged.
w. B. PICHLER. 201 Investment Bldg.
FROM OWNER SMA'I4 i3OrSE FOR COL
cred all cash: give price and location. Ad
Z dress Boy on2- x Star office
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1927-03-27

rooms. detached a mi. in exchange for sim-S
lar New York residence by owner moving 10
Washington. Address Box 466-V. Star Office
New Britain herald., 1927-07-22
FOR SALE
lannon's Garage, Berlin

SEALED PROPOSALS will be
received by John A. Macdonald, -
Washington St., Hartford, Conn,
until 2 o'clock p. M. eastern stand
ard time, Wednesday, July 27, 1927.
for the barn used as a garage and
known as lannon's Garage in Ber-
lin, Conn.,, at the junction of Ber-
lin Turnpike and Pennington Az
enue. The main building in good
condition with practically new as
bestos shingles; shed attached. in
fair condition.
Dimensions: Height approximate
ly 3S feet: depth. west side, approxi-
mately 80 feet; width, front of
building, approximately % feet:
width Of rear end. including shed,
approximately 80 feet.
1t is understood that the pnr-
chaser will remove the building
from its present location within
thirty 800 days from the date of
sale.
All bids must be accompanied by
certified check or surety company
bond for 10 per cent of the amount
of bid.
JOHN A. MACDONALD,
State Highway Commis sioner.
II Washington Street.
Hartford, Conn.
New Britain herald., 1927-07-22
WEALTHY ATLANTA NEGRO
dies, RATED MILLIONAIRE
AlonzO F. Herndon, IS, Started His
Business With a One Man
Barber Shop.

Atlanta. Ca. July 20 Pl-Alonzo
F. Herndon, IS, wealthy Atlanta
negro, died here last night after an
illness Of several months He was
president Of the Atlanta Life Insur-
ance company which has Offices in
eight states and employs more than
700 persons. He was president also
OF the Southview Cemetery associa-
ton (negro) and head of chain
Of barber shops in the city. employ
ing ~ negro BARRIERS who serve
white patrons only. Herndon also
owned much valuable downtown real
estate.
Herndon started a one-man bar
Der shop here. saved his money, and
died rated by many as million
aire.
In a contest several months ago
against a city council ruling prohi-
biting negro firms from serving
white patrons and from locating In
certain sections Of the city, Herndon
was backed by many of Atlanta's
most prominent white citizens. The
ruling was amended and his barber
shops continued.
Herndon was born In Social Circle,
Ca, June rs, 1858.