New Britain herald., 1928-02-02

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 Grand Juror William ,. FoFau drew an admission that the youth had driven the truck before. but the defense maintained he had driven only this vehicle and that this had been done only because of condi. tons in the GrabowsA family which required the fathers time. Because of these extenuating circumstances, Justice Cunningham suspended judgment upon payment of costs. To Discuxs Croastng The elimination of the East street grade railroad crossing will be dis cussed at the meeting Of the cham ber of commerce directors In their rooms on Pierce street at [ o'clock tonight. This will b. the major item for discussion, and any persons in- tsrested in the proposed changes. whether members of the chamber or not, are invited to be present.
 Baptist Women Elect
 At the meeting of the Ladies' Aid society of the Baptist church yes- terday afternoon at tho home of Mrs. A. w. Thomasen the following off cers were elected: President, Mrs. E. w. Farrar: vice president. Mrs. Richard Sedegren: secretary, Mrs. A. w. Thomasen: directors of work. Mrs. H. B. Stillman and Mrs. Albin Johnson.
 It was voted to hold over until | later date the election of | treas urer. Mrs. Katie B. Judson. who has held this post for the past 10 years. is at the New Britain General hospital. where she has been . pa- tient for three months. Until Mrs. Judson has recovered. Mrs. C. Morse. assistant secretary. will continue to act as treasurer.
 Mrs. H. B. Stillman was reelected president but declined because she had held that office for two years. Mrs. Farrar was then named. The society is in hourishing condition.
 Police Light Installed
 A police signal light was placed in Central Square today. being To- cated on the electric light pole by the B. & L. service station. This light, which is above the street light and is red in color. will warn Con- stable George Schubert, night pa- trloman. immediately upon the phoning of any complaint to the telephone exchange. The light is 50 placed that it can be seen from Whiting, East Main and West Main streets and will make his response to calls much easier and quicker.
 A telephone will be placed in box at the foot of the pole. giving the officer direct communication with the complainants end allowing him to report fires without loss of time. Full details regarding the procedure to be followed in making complaints will be announced when tho light is put into commission within the next few days. It is ex- pected that the innovation will prove of great value.
 Pythian Sisters Whist
 The whist held by the Pythian Sisters in Odd Fellows hall last evening was a success, ten tables being played. The prizes were won as follows: Ladies' first, Mrs. J. Fox: second, Mrs. K. Richards: third. Mrs. Emmons: mems first, J. Fanion: second, Mrs. E. Cassidy; third, T. Hall of New Britain. The next whist in the series will be held on February 15. The public is invited.
 Parent Teacher Notes
 The Parent-Teacher association Is planning to hold | bridge party in the High school symnasium on Mon- day evening. February 20, to raise money for the organization. The next meeting will be on Wednesday. the 18th. when Dr. A. B. Meredith. state commissioner of education. will speak. It is hoped that a large at- tendance will greet Dr. Meredith.
 With tho Sick
 Mrs. Frank Cuching. who has been seriously ill at her home on Park street for the past two weeks. is re- ported to be . little more com fortable.
 Mrs. Jennie Hickok is improving after an illness of three weeks but she is still confined to her home.
 Miss Gladys Stillman. who was in- jured while skating 8 week ago. is convalescing at her home on New Britain avenue.
 Mrs. Etta Feeks is improving after a recent illness.
 Alfred White, son of MT. and Mrs. George White of Pennington ave- nue. is in the New Britain General hospital. He has a fractured hip.
 Edward Baker of Crown street, who was injured at the Landers, Frary & Clark factory in New Brit ain a week ago. Is still confined to the New Britain General hospital. MT. Baker cut his hand severely, several stitches being necessary.
 Mrs. Margaret Wilber is again able to attend to her duties at Will ber's restaurant.
 Miss Mary Rooney is Ill at her home on Crown street.
 Sequassen Lodge Meeting
 There will be a regular meeting of Sequassen lodge. I. o. 0. F.. in Odd Fellows hall at 8 o'clock to- night All officers are asked to be present for rehearsal.
 Feast Of St. Blaise
 First Friday and the Feast of St. Blaise will be observed tomorrow at the Church of Our Lady of Mercy. There will be masses at 5:s0 and C. clock in the morning and holy at o'clock. Throats will be blessed at both masses and at an evening service at 7:3O o'clock.
 Basketball Tonight
 Plafnville meet tackle Collinsville in . Pennington Valley basketball
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