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New Britain herald. [microfilm reel] (New Britain, Conn.) 1890-1976, 1927-08-12
PURNELL IN COURT
Aged House of David King Testifies
in Own Behalf, Reclining on Cot
lis Very Sick Man.

st, Joseph, Mich, Aug. II Up
Benjamin Purnell, leader of the
House Of David colony. took the
witness stand in his own defense
in the states prosecution suit today.
Purnell was brought to the court
house in an ambulance. Three stall
MART bodyguards carried him in on
a stretcher. The witness chair was
removed and the witness testified
reclining On his cot.
Purnell looked weak. His eyes
flashed and his features were ami
mated. He wore cap pulled far
down over his long gray hair.
Purnell's voice was so weak that
the stenogra pher was forced TO re
peat his answers for the court. He
rested his head on the cot pillow as
though very tired. Defense counsel
asserted "he is a very sick man and
will not be kept on the witness
stand for long periods at a time
New Britain herald. [microfilm reel] (New Britain, Conn.) 1890-1976, 1927-08-12
CHARLES CHAPLIN READY
TO FIGHT TO FINISH
Withdraws All Offers Made Wife
And Will Garry Case to
the Courts.

Chicago, Aug. 10 Up - Charles
Chaplin today was en- route to Los
Angeles from New York prepared
for fight to the finish for the sake
Of my name and the future of my
two babies" In the divorce suit
brought by his young wife. Lita Grey
Chaplin.
The screen comedian halted here
between trains last night just long
enough to make known that he had
definitely instructed his attorneys to
withdraw all offers Of a settlement
out Of court and arrange for the
court fight set for August 20. r.
Chaplin said he had made many
offers to settle the suit but ridiculed
reports that he had offered his wife
S1,000,G00.
II am weary Of 1t ALL" he said.
land have decided to go back to Los
Angeles and fight for my name and
fortune. l do not care for the
money but want my name cleared
so my babies will be proud of it.
II am ready to 60 into court and
face all the charges my wife has
brought against me. There l shall
let the public decide my fate for l
am sure l shall be vindicated. I
can easily disprove the charges"
Chaplin appeared tanned from his
vacation In the east and said he had
regained his strength ready for the
court night. He slipped into Chicago
unannouRced.
New Britain herald. [microfilm reel] (New Britain, Conn.) 1890-1976, 1927-08-12

TWELVE MILES OUT"

Tonight is the last showing OF the
comedy scream, THE Galatians and
the Murphys" at the Capitol and to-
night is also Gold Night. a popular
novelty at this theater as $4,000 in
gold pieces are distributed to lucky
patrons in the audience.
Beginning tomorrow matinee the
Capitol viii offer for four days, the
super special, Twelve Miles Out"
with John Gilbert in the featured
role.
1t Is one of the fastest adventure
stories of the year and John Gilbert's
greatest romance.
Opening this big special on Satur-
day, tho management announces
bargain prices from 100 to $50.
New Britain herald. [microfilm reel] (New Britain, Conn.) 1890-1976, 1927-08-12
women NET STARS
Go into ACTION
Americas Forces Start Defense
Of WiShtman Cup Today

New York. Aug. 12.--tP-Stars of
the women's tennis world go into ac-
ton at Forest Hills today as Amer
ica's forces start defense of the
Wightman cup against a British ar
ray. The United States has won the
trophy twice as have the present
challengers and this years matches
will give either contingent the lead
in the series.
Miss Helen Wills, No. 1 on the
AMERICAN team, opposes Miss Joan
Fry, No. of the British side, at
$50 o'clock this afternoon. eastern
daylight time One hour later. Mrs.
Molla Mallory, the national cham
pion and No. for the United.
States, meets Mrs. Kitty Mckane
Godfree, captain and No. l of the
invading aggregation.
The doubles matches, starting al
$50 o'clock, bring together Miss
Eleanor Goss and Mrs. Charlotte
Hosmer Chaplin of the American
players against Mrs. John Hill and
Mrs. Gwynneth Sterry, of Britain.
In a practice session with Miss
Mary x. Browne. who turned pro
last winter, Miss Wills won her set
at 60 yesterday. Miss Browne was
powerless against the former nation
al titleholder and inquired as TO the
secret of her success.
Practice" replied Miss Wills
laconically.
New Britain herald. [microfilm reel] (New Britain, Conn.) 1890-1976, 1927-08-12
Beefsteak Club Loses
Last American Member

London, Aug. Il LP>-With the
death of John Drew. American actor,
the famous Beefsteak club has lost
its only American member.
The club was founded 81 years
ago by John Toole, prominent on the
English stage, and its name betoken-
ed the gatherings which its members
held in Tooles private apartments
over the tender steaks for which he
was famous.
But it was not the first Beeksteak
club. nor the last. Two hundred
years ago a club by the same name
numbered, among its members the
principal wits of the day, with a
gridiron as their emblem, and after
Toole's Beefsteak club was formed.
Lord Peterborough gathered to-
eether kindred spirits in similar
fashion under the name of The
Sublime Society of Steaks"
New Britain herald. [microfilm reel] (New Britain, Conn.) 1890-1976, 1927-08-12
DEBT SITUATION
HURTING FARMERS
Thirty Million Acres May Not Be
Cultivated
WilliamktoWn. MAJ Al

Williamstown. Mass. Aug. IL
(uP)-Thirty million agrees of
American farming lands are threat
ened with generalization because
of the United States attitude on
three important federal policies. the
foreign debts. high tariff, and the
McNary-Hausen bill. Henry A. WAL
lace told the Institute of Politics to-
day. He is editor of "Wallace's
Farmer and son OF the late Henry
c. Wallace. secretary of agriculture
in the Harding cabinet. Wallace
urged cancellation OF the war debts.
reduction Of high tariff and adoption
of some plan similar to the McNary-
Hausen bill for the relief of the
farmer.
THE farmer" he said, SIS begin
ming to feel that the postwar inter-
national debt situation is doing him
more harm than any other class of
American citizens.
The farmer" he continued. us
wondering II the the postwar re-
versal in credit balance between the
United States and the rest of the
world may not have made it pos
sible for organized labor and cap
ital. sheltered behind tariff and i'm
migration walls. to enjoy unusual
prosperity at time when the price
OF many farm products is deter
mined in large measure by the weak
purchasing power Of Europe"
Europe finds 1t difficult to pay
her debt interest and buy American
surplus exports except by borrow
ing new money. To concel the debts
would Increase the purchasing power
Of. Europe for our farm products by
sl0o,o0o,000 a year: lowering the
New Britain herald. [microfilm reel] (New Britain, Conn.) 1890-1976, 1927-08-12
HARD HITTERS IN
AMATEUR tourney
Bard to Meet LariVitre Monday
Night in Hartford

Hartford. Aug. 12-Two Of the
bouts which will feature the week.
ly amateur boxing show Of the Mas
sasoit A. C. at the Hartford velo-
drome next Monday night will bring
together big boys who are hard hit
tiers and natural rivals.
One will be a return scrap be-
tween Joe Bard of Hartford. stiffest
puncher in amateur ranks In Con-
necticut, and the shifty and hard
punching Lucien Lariviers of Wa
terbury. They met at the velodrome
two weeks ago and it was a thrill
ing battle until Larivere, over-anx-
ious, hit Bard while the latter was
on the floor, bringing his disqualifi-
cation. Lariviere was winning at the
time and he says he will win on a
kayo Monday night. Bard. fighting
better right now than at any time
in his career. insists he will deal
out the kayo.
In the other bout Joe Howard.
former state middleweight cham
pion, will mix with Eddie Provost
of Holyoke, who holds a decision
over Lariviere and over Eddie
O'Neil, leading Boston light heavy.
Johnny MAESTRO and AL Kromack
will meet in a return match. Mas
tro won over the Unionville boy
when they met before, but the fans
booed the verdict roundly and 1t
was, as a matter of fact, little off
the line.
Harry Seeche Of Lawrence. Mass.
will take on Paul Terzo, Hartford's
aggressive welterweight, in another
bout.
A pair OF leading featherweights,
New Britain herald. [microfilm reel] (New Britain, Conn.) 1890-1976, 1927-08-12

her scene. The director tells her that
she must weep. She has lost her
child, etc, and Norma weeps con-
vincingly.
Helen Wills is the Mary Pickford
type while Suzanne is the Norma
Talmadge type. But who can say
that one way is better than the 9TH
er. Helen Wills must concentrate to
the exclusion of everything and
everybody, while Suzanne plays she
knows intuitively everything that
goes on about her.
Helen Wills and Suzanne Lenglen
sit unchallenged upon the thrones
Of amateur and professional tennis.
How wonderful 1t would be for the
tennis fans if an open meet could
be arranged.
New Britain herald. [microfilm reel] (New Britain, Conn.) 1890-1976, 1927-08-12
Condition of CurwOOd
Is Reported Unchanged

OWosso, Mich, Aug. - UP)-
James Oliver Curwood's condition
Early today was reported unchanged
by his physician, DIR. J. J. Haviland.
The writer late yesterday sub
mitted to a TRANSMISSION of blood
given by his daughter, Mrs. Carlotta
Jirus of Detroit. which resulted in
slight improvement.
Curwood is suffering from gener
allied infection
New Britain herald. [microfilm reel] (New Britain, Conn.) 1890-1976, 1927-08-12
TORR|NGT0N SAD
At PRIESTS Death
Rev. Arthur 0'Keefe Pastor
There for Is Years

Torrlngton, Conn, Aug. - Up
This community was in sorrow to-
dav brought on bv the sudden death
of Rev. Arthur O'Eeefe who for Is
wears was pastor of st. Francis Ro-
man Catholic church. and one of
the best known among the clergy
of that faith in Iitchfie]d county.
Father O'Keefe who had felt only
slight indications of indisposition
sang morning mass as customary
vestardav and was in his studv after
bis moon dav luncheon Later ho
was found dead beside his arm chair
having srccumbed almost without
warning and with no one close at
hand TO give aid TO stroke of
apopleyv,
New Britain herald. [microfilm reel] (New Britain, Conn.) 1890-1976, 1927-08-12
TWO R. R. MEN KILLED
Fast Milwaukee Trains Runs Into
Open Switch Resulting in Fatali-
ties This Morning.

Milwaukee, Aug. 10 P-Two
Milwaukee road employees. an en-
sineer and fireman. were killed
carly this morning. when the fast
Milwaukee train, running between
Minneapolis and Chicago, struck an
open switch near Sturtevant, west
of Racine. Several others on the
train We're hurt.
The dead are: /. H. Brock, en-
ginecr. and Terry Weber, fireman,
both of Milwaukee.
The engine and three baggage
cars were wrecked as the speeding
train struck the switch. The train
is composed entirely of baggage
cars and carries no passengers.
New Britain herald. [microfilm reel] (New Britain, Conn.) 1890-1976, 1927-08-12
TENSE DRAMA AT LYCEUM

Enemy of Men concerns the de-
votion of a sister for her almost
helpless younger sister, who is mis-
guided and marries a brutal politi-
clan. AS result of the younger
sisters series OF misfortunes the
older sister becomes intensely bit
ter, and capitalizing her beauty she
sets out TO make all men pay for
the vicious acts of one. Because of
her powerful appeal innumerable
men of wealth pursue her and give
a tribute of jewels.
The companion feature, THE
Silent Avenger" features Thunder,
the marvel dog of the movies. In
this picture they have injected
touch of polite atmosphere novel to
dog stories" then the outdoor
scenes to give the dog opportunities
not afforded indoors and finally
series of scenes wherein it is up to
Thunder to stop an express tram
to save it from being wrecked
New Britain herald. [microfilm reel] (New Britain, Conn.) 1890-1976, 1927-08-12

Armand Massey OF Holyoke ana
Joe Dignal Of Waterbury. are
counted on to furnish plenty Of ac-
ton in the lighter division. There
will be ~ bouts. bringing more
than a score Of leading amateurs
into competition: ladies will be ad-
mitted free and there will be a
band concert by Tasilio's band.
New Britain herald. [microfilm reel] (New Britain, Conn.) 1890-1976, 1927-08-12
MILK PRICES JUMP

New York, Aug. u UP)-To
stimulate dairy farmers to greater
efforts to increase the fall and win
ter supply Dairymen's Co-opera
tive Association, Inc, has announc-
ed an increase of AZ cents in the
price of 100 pounds of milk. This
may or may not affect New York's
retail price of the fluid.
New Britain herald. [microfilm reel] (New Britain, Conn.) 1890-1976, 1927-08-12

In order that the guardians Of the
law may be real he-men, the city
council Of a PENNSYLVANIA town has
ruled that they must take a cold
bath every morning, sleep with win
dows open, brush their teeth twice
daily and 20 through sitting-up OK
CrCises.
New Britain herald. [microfilm reel] (New Britain, Conn.) 1890-1976, 1927-08-12
PUBLIC PARKS TENNIS
National Association Is Formed to
Promote Greater Interest IN
Game In Country.

st. Louis, Aug. IL P - Public
ranks tennis has a sponsor for the
first time in its history following
the organization of the National
Public Parks Tennis association by
the players in the tournament yes
terday. Representatives from IL
cities attended the meeting at which
the association was formally organ
lied.
The purpose is to promote greater
interest in public park tennis
throughout the country in conjunc-
ton with the United States Lawn
Tennis association.
New Britain herald. [microfilm reel] (New Britain, Conn.) 1890-1976, 1927-08-12

A pair Of young twins, so exactly
alike that they even bore the same
minor bodily deformity, were exam
ined by finger-print experts and
found to have entirely different
lines.
New Britain herald. [microfilm reel] (New Britain, Conn.) 1890-1976, 1927-08-12
Sc Communist Labor
AgitatOrs Executed

Kiukiang, Kianesi Province,
China, Aug. 12 tP-Twenty-six com
munist labor leaders are reported to
have been shot at Hankow follow
ing the recent cstablishm Of
martial law there Forty-four others
we're arrested.
New Britain herald. [microfilm reel] (New Britain, Conn.) 1890-1976, 1927-08-12

Martial law was declared in Han
kow. seat of the so-called radical
section Of the Chinese nationalist,
on July 81 after riot participated
in by thousands Of rickshaw cool
nese chamber Of commerce. because
The latter had stopped its donations.
When the gendarmerie opened fire,
four OF the rioters We're killed and
many injured. Dispatches at the
time said a communist uprising was
feared
New Britain herald. [microfilm reel] (New Britain, Conn.) 1890-1976, 1927-08-12
When Mercury Sears
Iced YuRAN

"A DELICIOUS drink, - fri9id
"a as midnight on New Year's
Eve at the North Pole. Iced
YUBAN makes summer toler.
able. The warmer tho weather
becomes the more you appre-
ciate the glacial GOODNESS Of 4
tall, clinking glass Of exhilarat-
Ing YUBAN.
Every satisfying sip brings
refreshing GOODNESS to your
eager throat. YUBAN-alwayo
q treat at any time - becomes
indispensable when served
chilled with ice during sticky
"dog-days".
New Britain herald. [microfilm reel] (New Britain, Conn.) 1890-1976, 1927-08-12

tariff would make the price Of man
ufactured goods low: and a McNary.
Haughen plan seems to be not only
necessary but vitality important"
New Britain herald. [microfilm reel] (New Britain, Conn.) 1890-1976, 1927-08-12
Keeping Pace with Your
Telephone Requirements

Much of the telephone plant and operating equipment
now in use was installed before the World War; and at
the relatively low prices which then prevailed.
Asi wears out, it must be replaced And Of course
all requirements have to be made at the much higher
present costs for labor and materials This isn't mat
ter Of few dollars here and there runs into hundreds
Of thousands Of dollars each year.
Furthermore we are continually building new plant
at presentday prices. This expenditure alone amounts
to millions of dollars annually.
We have no alternative Worn out equipment must
be replaced, in order that may maintain high stand
ards Of telephone service The building of plant is
essential if the continuously increasing requirements for
telephone service the part of the public are to be met
The result inevitable. The replacing of old equip
nent and the construction Of new at today's price
level brings about large increase in our plant invest
nent per subscriber.
And our present revenues are not sufficient to yield
a fair return on this constantly increasing property
JAMES r. MORAN, p,e,den,
THE SOUTHERN NEW ENGLAND TELEPHONE COMPANY
q
The ninth Of o discussing
o e telephone business
New Britain herald. [microfilm reel] (New Britain, Conn.) 1890-1976, 1927-08-12
H0zr to Make
Iced YUBAN Coffee

Brewyour YUBAN
in the regular way,
but AXE II one.
third stronger than
usual. Fill each glass
with crushed ice
and pour the hot
YUBAN over the
ice. Be sure to place
a spoon In the 9fsss
so that-h will not
crack.
The Washington times., 1927-01-07

HOUSES AND ESTATES FOR
SALE-DIST. OF COLUMBIA 81
The Washington times., 1927-01-07

Saul's Addition-S11 $50
An. attractive home in nice location.
town section; Nicely planned and 10
6NE FggE fP AttiETss sF Eps a PRS@ rO S
we'll arranged kitchen, three bedrooms.
tiled bath basement. with all modern
with shade trees. shrubbery and garage
mediate occupancy. Good terms.
Mt. Pleasant-$o, 900
An Absolute Bargain.
A new hong IN NJ. Pleasant at this price
bricl. sOncgste front porch, reception hall,
sE.S SSS t sssD INK PH SS9 ar Sa
paved street Gid siiey.. Hait Block from
bus and overlooking Rock Creek Park
II you want . real buy cali at once.
Detached Brick-S12, $50
home within 80 minutes. ride OF, down,
pricei Splendid location IN Chevy Chase;
on a wide cornSr lot. Six large rooms
snd sIsl:S - q a shs ssss: i TssPs e sIss
accept u 800 cash and moderate terms
on balance, u win be well worth your
while to Investigate.
Near Sherman Cir.-S7, $50
The one that purchases this home 10 sure
OF getting his moneys worth and more
fs SaS S SHa III TUB l arg
hardwood floors throughout, Kitchen
enamel gas range, Tent, breakfast and
sleeping porches and built-in garage. Hot.
water heat and electric lights. $3.50
payments.
DOUGLASS & PHILLIPS
Incorporated
AOA0 = PsH0NE TTNT1r, o IN Is. ~ oO's
The Washington times., 1927-01-07
Hudsons

Two Coaches.
One 7-passcnger '26 late model sedan
you cant 60. wrong in looking over these
cars. One Of these cars only run 5000
Easy terms II you like. The Sedan looks
new and te ready for any Demonstration
you can buy, this car for $50 cash and
balance monthly
The Washington times., 1927-01-07
What You Do Not Through Classified
Real Estate

HOUSES AND ESTATES FOR
SALE-DIST. OF COLUMBIA 81
BOSS & PHELPS
LEADERS FOR 10 YEARS IN THE SALE
OF WASHINGTON HOMES
$40, 5OO-Park View
First commercial tretail, light manufac-
IL now used as q combination home and
business. Brick home Of six rooms and
bath. hot-water heat and electric light
Present owner is contemplating larger
property and will sell on terms OF 81 OUU
cash and balance Ike rent.
So, 05o-Near Lincoln Park
An. elght-room and bath home, with five
full bedrooms; economical heating plant:
one-car garage opening to q. 30-ft paved
alley. This property can be. converted
ment Is wen as small monthly payment.
Owner might consider your equity In a
small property as cash payment.
SIS, S5O-$1OO Cash
s EdS sU' s.g EoScs cSy.s ns 70 % SSEd
living room. having oak flooring; Two
water heat electric light: paved alley.
space for garage. Total monthly pay.
ment, INCLUDING all interest and Drin-
cipal. $50.
So, 95O-Nr. 18th & Park Rd.
A well built. three rooms deep brick
home, convenient TO two car lines. two
bus lIes; twos graded schools, as well az
of Park Rd. and in easy walking distance
Of stores and theaters.. Six rooms and
tile bath; screens and AWNINGS: large
garage. This home 10 in excellent condIi.
ton and ready TO move into n the next
few days. Convenient terms viii be &C.
cepted.
The Washington times., 1927-01-07
FORDS.

Large assortment Of open and closed
models e ssest from RGed lSw On terms
262B Sherman Ave. N. w. and 1918 Conn
AKA. Adams 1900 and Main A6O.
The Washington times., 1927-01-07
$4,000 UNDERPRICED
In Beautiful Woodbridge

Architects home. with many extras.
Can be seen now fully furnished
Owner moving into larger house Feb. 1.
This home H. . mi.bungalow type, com
pletely detached, on lovely lot with shade
trees. running between two streets.
Seven rooms and tile bath all modern
improvements and equipment. including
butlt-in vacuum cleaner
You will appreciate this home whom you
zee 1t. For appointment call
North 7A71
Askov American. [volume] (Askov, Pine County, Minn.) 1914-current, 1927-04-14
RUTLEDGE

Mr.. Marc of Duluth, is visiting at
the home of his brother here.
Mrs. M. Slime went to st. Paul Fri
day to be with Mrs. John Cich, who
is in the hospital for an appendicitis
operation.
F. Guss has completed his new
garage.
T hose from out of town attending
the M. E. Ladies' Aid were: Mrs. M.
E. Cox of Hinckley; Mrs. Buggie, Mrs.
G. Smith, Mrs. Wickstrom, and Mrs.
Bergseth, all of Finlayson.
H. S. Underhill motored to Min
neapolis Saturday morning, returning
Sunday evening.
L. D. Jones was Finlayson pas
senger Wednesday.
Mrs. Underhill made business trip
to Sandstone Monday.
Mr. and Mrs. P. A. Carter attended
Palm Sunday services at the COngre-
gational church at Sandstone.
Mr. and Mrs. E. w. Scott of Carlton,
were down Sunday afternoon.
Friends of frankie Guss will be
pleased to know that he is able to
walk out and went for ride as far
as Willow River Sunday.
The fire in the sawdust pile, which
has been burning nearly all winter
Askov American. [volume] (Askov, Pine County, Minn.) 1914-current, 1927-04-14
ASKOV VILLAGE
COUNCIL MINUTES

The village council of the village
of Askov met in said village on April
Z, 1927 All members were present.
Minutes were read and approved.
e. A. E. Laage, appointed as as
SCISSOR, refused to qualify and Fred
johnson, appointed instead, took oath
of office.
Louis Olsen was appointed health
officer
Ludwig Mosb@k appeared before the
board, asking to have the street
opened from the church east to his
property line. Motion made and
carried to open street if sufficient land
for that purpose was donated to the
village.
H. c. Hansen appeared to ask for
proper grade for sidewalk Board
decided to appoint committee to in
vestigate expenses involved in getting
surveyor to establish sidewalk
grades in village.
Harold Thomson suggestedthat the
village have few signs put up at
the different approaches to the vii
lage as booster and guide to Askov.
No action was taken.
The following bills were allowed 2
Martin johnson, election service $500
Carl Miller, election service. 49,. 800
Chr. Sorensen, election service. 800
Russell Grader Co. .............1 44.06
Askov Dray Line .............. lilo
MINI. Power & Light Co.. 49,. $3.50
Lars christensen, janitor.. ..... 700
The following bills were reported
collected and paid to the village treas
urer:
AS per agreement with Par
fridge township, half of ex-
pense for town hall. .$4087
There being no further business, the
council adjourned.
LOUIS OLSEN,
Attest: President.
Geo. Lindegaard, Clerk.