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New Britain herald. [microfilm reel] (New Britain, Conn.) 1890-1976, 1928-11-20
DELylNG INTO THE BOOKS

There should be no objection to
complete audit OF the city books
Laxtty In collecting sewer assess
ments. totalling nearly $4,000. may
be no worse than laxity in collect
ing charges for sidewalk improve
ments, pavements. and similar work.
Rumors are current that such COL
lections are delinquent from 1922 on.
and some reports have it conditions
will be found lax As far back as
1919. We do not know whether these
rumors and reports are based on
fact: but where there Is smoke there
10 likely to be fire, and it is asking
nothing unreasonable of city hall
that tts books be placed In proper
shape and all collections due the city
be determined and made.
Edward F. Hall. chairman of the
finance board. apparently has been
aroused to the seriousness of the
distressing lack of business methods,
thus sharing the indignation
Of Mayor Paonessa. The
warm words which were
heard ut the meeting of the
finance board last night indicate that
q thorough examination of the city's
books will be the ultimate result. In
these days We hear much about
efficiency: the time has come to have
= little Of 1t in practice.
There IL no valid reason why the
business Of the city should be con-
Quoted upon less OF business basis
than the business of a private estab-
lishment. Economy in civic affairs
means very little unless 1t is to be
duplicated with prompt payment Of
all moneys due the city.
New Britain herald. [microfilm reel] (New Britain, Conn.) 1890-1976, 1928-11-20
Observations
On The Weather

Washington, Nov. 20.-Forecast
for Southern New England: Cen
orally fair and colder tonight: We'd
nesday fair; diminishing northwest
winds.
Forecast for Eastern New York:
Generally fair and colder tonight:
Wednesday fair; diminishing north
west winds.
Conditions: The storm that was
over the southern Appalachian
mountains yesterday morning moved
rapidly northeastward to the lower
st. Lawrence valley and weather
conditions are now generally fair
with lower temperatures in all por-
tons of the country. A large area
of high pressure covers most Of the
country from ocean to ocean with
centers of maximum pressure over
the southern plains states and
Rocky mountains districts. Light,
local SHOWS prevail over scattered
sections Of the lake region.
Conditions favor for this vicinity
fair weather with lower tempera-
ture.
New Britain herald. [microfilm reel] (New Britain, Conn.) 1890-1976, 1928-11-20

successful in his battle with civic
financiers In Waterbury: and as the
metropolis Of the Naugatuck valley
was possessed Of such devilish pro-
pensities a. to 60 Democratic again
the boss Is expected to crack the
whip and Waterbury will feel its
sting. something like happened to
Bridgeport several years ago.
1t is question whether the
Legislature has the right to interfere
in a city's financial affairs SO long
as the state receives It's share of the
taxes. John Tobin of Hartford, fire
eating attorney. is expected to be
the opposition leader in the Legis-
lature and is said to be ready to op-
pose the inclination of the machine
to punish Waterbury. 1t is doubtful
whether he will be successful.
On the question of whether the
state has an inherent right to inter-
fere with local financial matters the
New Haven Journal Courier ably
speaks as follows:
Only by a stretch of authority can
the state invade the rights of a town
with reference to local taxation. 1t
has the power to investigate when
it is deprived of its lawful revenue
and the machinery exists to carry it
on. We do not understand that it has
the power to interfere with strictly
local taxation which in no way con-
Germs the state, simply because the
system of taxation in given town
runs counter to the judgment-pos-
sibly the better judgment-of the
states commissioner of taxation. The
state in its halls of legislation and
executive department should scrupu-
lousy avoid thus assailing both the
integrity and dignity of the town OF
Waterbury. II Waterbury finances
are not what they should be. it
possesses the power through its cx-
cellent citizenship TO correct the con-
dition. Every invasion of town rights
like state rights should be vigorously
resisted.
New Britain herald. [microfilm reel] (New Britain, Conn.) 1890-1976, 1928-11-20
French Not Surprised
At StreSmann's Sneech

Paris. Nov. 90 RNThe speech OF
Dr. Gustav Stresemann, German for
eign minister. yesterday did not
greatly surprise nor move French
commentators. In his speech, DIR.
Stresemann said that reparation and
evacuation of the Rhineland were
separate issues and that Germany
would not consent to pay money in
the way<of additional reparations In
return for early evacuation.
New Britain herald. [microfilm reel] (New Britain, Conn.) 1890-1976, 1928-11-20
Noted Hotel Man Sues
His Wife for Divorce

Chicago. Nov. 90 P>-Ernest L.
Ryfield. whose hotel interests in
Guide the sherman, the Ambassador.
the Hotel Am ba ssador East and the
Fort Dearborn. has brought suit for
divorce. averring that Mrs. Byfield
the former Gladys Rosenthal. in
sists upon living in Europe whereas
his business interests necessitate his
remaining here,
Mrs. Byliel1 has lived abroad for
two years.
Attorneys indicated shc would be
permitted the custody OF their two
sons.
The Byfields we're married in
1914.
New Britain herald. [microfilm reel] (New Britain, Conn.) 1890-1976, 1928-11-20
SCHOOLS CONSIDERED
NATIONALLY

Schools in the United States con-
tinue to be the foundation Of
democracy: with increased popula-
ten comes increased costs: and the
outlook 10 for more schools and more
costa The day Of the little red
schoolhouse is a memory-perhaps
here and there one Is left. but they
are few: the day Of the modern
school has arrived. Its development
10 part of the progress of the times.
Thus we learn from no less an
authority than DR.. George D.
Strayer. Of Columbia University. de-
livering the principle address at an
educational conference at the
University Of North Carolina. that
the schools OF the nation now cost
$1,000. 900. 900 every year. His words:
' I'm 1910 the total expenditure for
public education in the United States
was approximately 100000, 900, and
in 1925 we spent for the same pur-
pose approximately $4,000, 1000.
After making allowances for the
change In the purchasing power of
the dollar and increased population,
we would still show an increase of
$50 per cent.
I'm 1925 the people OF the United
States spent approximately 2.25 per
cent OF their income for public ele-
mentary and secondary education
Surely no one can propose that we
have reached the limit of the pro-
portion of our income that We can
sps0l for education"
Leaving out of consideration the
changed purchasing power of money,
the percentage of increase for edu-
cation during the past Is years has
been 1870 per cent. land the upward
scale is not in sight. for the need
continues to be urgent" the educator
adds.
From this one can Judge that the
increase in school costs has been a
nationwide phenomenon. and il not
confined to New Britain. Many an
other city of equal importance and
wealth has done better by its schools
than we have. one concludes from a
perusal OF educational journals.
People nowhere are any longer sat
isfied with what once was good
enough. And the wealth of the nation
has increased so remarkably that We
can well afford to spend 225 per
cent of our income for public edu-
cation. That's less than We spend
for almost anything else.
New Britain herald. [microfilm reel] (New Britain, Conn.) 1890-1976, 1928-11-20
REGINALD DENNY To WE'D

Los Angeles. Nov. 20 R-Regi-
maid Denny. film star. and his lead.
ing lady. Betsy Lee, appeared be-
fore the marriage license bureau
here yesterday and filed a notice of
intention to marry. Denny said he
and Miss Lee had planned their
marriage for Nov. "a. when his d.
vorce decree from his wife becomes
final.
New Britain herald. [microfilm reel] (New Britain, Conn.) 1890-1976, 1928-11-20
A TRAGEDY IN VERSE

By Walter T. GLADDEN.
The poets love was boundless,
Although he feared to speak;
He feared it might be groundless
And loving made him weak.
So all his love he'd utter
In verse, right off the reel:
She'll see this sure" he'd muttcr.
And know just how l feel"
His verses appeared In Scribner's.
cosmopolitan. Photoplay. McCall's,
Ladies' Home Journal, True Story,
outlook and House and Garden.
While shc--she loved him. truly,
But dared not tell him so;
Nor coax him on. unduly.
Though thinking he was slow.
And as he was poet,
If love he'd really seen.
In verse, she thought he'd show it
So watched each magazine.
But the magazines she sub
scribed for were the Saturday
Evening Post, Harper's, Vogue. Red
Book. Literary Digest, Country
Life, American Mercury and Good
Housekeeping.
And as result
The couple never we'd,
And, though you feel like laugh
ter,
I'm bound to add this must We
said:
Lived happy ever after"
New Britain herald. [microfilm reel] (New Britain, Conn.) 1890-1976, 1928-11-20

to him.
Harness Niagara" he command
ed briefly.
Aud 1t was done.
OF course 1t 10 with no wish to de-
tract from splendor OF this
achievement, incredible 40 1t un-
doubtedly seems. that We add the
further fact that Niagara was the
Emperor's old gray mare!
Charles Ciner
What's In . Name:
The foreman was arguing with
the juryman who was holding out
on the case.
How CAN you refuse to convict
that man with all the evidence so
clearly against him." he asked,
Grossly.
HUH" snorted the stubborn one
in disgust. "How kin We convict
him OF granddaughter when 1t was a
woman he killed."
Mary Elizabeth Bouck
Copyright, 1928. Reproduction
Forbidden)
New Britain herald. [microfilm reel] (New Britain, Conn.) 1890-1976, 1928-11-20
IN LILLIPUrlAN LAND
A LOGICAL Oueryt

A Logical Queryi
The little daughter OF friend of
mine was listening to our talk. Sud
denly she Interrupted us by asking:
"Auntie, what do you call q man
that doesn't smell?"
"Why, honey" l replied for the
aunt. I'VE NEVER speak like that
of any person."
"Why not?" the child replied. III
a man can't hear you call him deaf,
and il he can't see you call him
blind, but II he doesn't smell what
DO you call him."
New Britain herald. [microfilm reel] (New Britain, Conn.) 1890-1976, 1928-11-20
- ARE MURDERED

Shanghai. China. Nov. ~ p
The Chinese Junk Chin Chang Tai
reported today that she had been at
tack by pirates in the estuary Of
The f-angt.e river and Is members
of her crew murdered.
New Britain herald. [microfilm reel] (New Britain, Conn.) 1890-1976, 1928-11-20

Aenbss Asdit Bareas Of Circulation
The 4. y. e. 10 . nationa! organization
which furnishes newspapers and advei-
tissrs with . strictly honest analysis Of
circulation. Our circulation statistics are
based upon this audit This insures pro
lection against fraud in newspaper dis
tribution Agures to both national and
local advertiserA
New Britain herald. [microfilm reel] (New Britain, Conn.) 1890-1976, 1928-11-20

Meahsr Of the Associated Press
The Associated Pres 10 exclusively en-
titled to the use for republication of
all news credited to It or not otherwise
credited IN this paper and also local
news published therein.
New Britain herald. [microfilm reel] (New Britain, Conn.) 1890-1976, 1928-11-20
The Wonderful Chinese!

Big Osh. Emperor of China and
founder Of the Bling Dynasty, was
famous for the number Of things in
which he anticipated our present
civilization.
One day, after sitting awhile in
deep thought, he called his equerry
New Britain herald. [microfilm reel] (New Britain, Conn.) 1890-1976, 1928-11-20

Nobody knows what has become
of the old-fashioned junk dealer.
but kinsfolk will find him When
the time comes to buy Christmas
presents.
New Britain herald. [microfilm reel] (New Britain, Conn.) 1890-1976, 1928-11-20

So the earth is slowing down? Yet
it may be just the conservatism of
middle age. followed by new show
of pep as it gets older
New Britain herald. [microfilm reel] (New Britain, Conn.) 1890-1976, 1928-11-20
INVESTIGATING WATERBURY

Grapevine. political intelligence
from Hartford has it that Tax Com
missioner Blodgett Is likely to be
New Britain herald. [microfilm reel] (New Britain, Conn.) 1890-1976, 1928-11-20

The only profitable advertising medium
In the City. Circulation books and press
room alWays open to advertisers
New Britain herald. [microfilm reel] (New Britain, Conn.) 1890-1976, 1928-11-20

The progress OF this modern
world is largely due to alarm
clocks and inspiration - ninety
nine per cent of the credit being
due to the cussed clocks!
New Britain herald. [microfilm reel] (New Britain, Conn.) 1890-1976, 1928-11-20

MAN is much like the animals. >
He isn't true to type, however The
more like a rabbit he is. the more
he howls.
New Britain herald. [microfilm reel] (New Britain, Conn.) 1890-1976, 1928-11-20

An official must fairly radiate
good will in order to seem peaceful
W lille travelling on battleship.
New Britain herald. [microfilm reel] (New Britain, Conn.) 1890-1976, 1928-11-20

The Herald 10 on sale daily IN New
York at Hotaling's Newsstand. Times
Square; schultss Newsstanda Entrancs
Grand Central. tznd Street.
New Britain herald. [microfilm reel] (New Britain, Conn.) 1890-1976, 1928-11-20

If man comes out of booth
With his head up, you know he
really voted as he told his wife he
would.
New Britain herald. [microfilm reel] (New Britain, Conn.) 1890-1976, 1928-11-20

They say parrots were registered
tor the late cl -ciion, but maybe it
Was Just a rumor based on the fact
that parrots repeat.
New Britain herald. [microfilm reel] (New Britain, Conn.) 1890-1976, 1928-11-20

Speaking of suckers and wise
guys, you'll notice New York is the
only place where a night club can
survive twelve months.
New Britain herald. [microfilm reel] (New Britain, Conn.) 1890-1976, 1928-11-20

Correct this sentence: "My sister
bought a pair of shoes just Ike
mine" said the girl. but 1t didn't
bother me a bit"
Copyright. 1925. Publishers
Syndicate
New Britain herald. [microfilm reel] (New Britain, Conn.) 1890-1976, 1928-11-20

Hungary can make new royal
line. but royalty must make its own
bee line when the reaction comes.
New Britain herald. [microfilm reel] (New Britain, Conn.) 1890-1976, 1928-11-20

A lot of promising football teams
have gone Democratic. That is. they
score enough points TO win. hut let
the other fellow score too many.
New Britain herald. [microfilm reel] (New Britain, Conn.) 1890-1976, 1928-11-20

Models change. hut when you see
the driver leg hanging over the
door, you know what kind of car
it is.
New Britain herald. [microfilm reel] (New Britain, Conn.) 1890-1976, 1928-11-20
F. cts ondEancies

after next March I are numerous
poStmasterS.
New Britain herald. [microfilm reel] (New Britain, Conn.) 1890-1976, 1928-11-20

Old Job never tried to feed fur
mace with a shovel wider than the
door,
New Britain herald. [microfilm reel] (New Britain, Conn.) 1890-1976, 1928-11-20

In one respect an amateur foot
ball game has an enormous advan-
taKe over an amateur baseball game.
It's mighty hard to lose the football.
New Britain herald. [microfilm reel] (New Britain, Conn.) 1890-1976, 1928-11-20

An alligator lives TO be very old.
and you never saw one caNortlng
around just for exercise.
New Britain herald. [microfilm reel] (New Britain, Conn.) 1890-1976, 1928-11-20
TELEPHONE CALLS

1ntesed At the Post once At New Britain
- second Class Mail Natter.
New Britain herald. [microfilm reel] (New Britain, Conn.) 1890-1976, 1928-11-20
EXERCISED

EAerClSeS
Moore: Sandy has tremendous
strength in his fingers. How did he
get that way?''
Sporer: Using up the last quar-
ter-inch of his lead pencils:"
Vera Sauer
New Britain herald. [microfilm reel] (New Britain, Conn.) 1890-1976, 1928-11-20
Unbalanced IiatiOIls
Really. Nan!

Really. Nan!
Nan: "A kiss shortens life three
minutes"
Ralph: Whats few minutes be-
tween friends?''
-Lucien L. Paulsen
New Britain herald. [microfilm reel] (New Britain, Conn.) 1890-1976, 1928-11-20

The ancicnts wondered why a
chicken crossed the street. Moderns
wonder how he ever contrives to get
across.
New Britain herald. [microfilm reel] (New Britain, Conn.) 1890-1976, 1928-11-20
WHATS Wrong With RADIO

What's Wrong With RADIO
Programs!
Too many tin-pianos and piercing
near-soprano3,
Too little OF the stuff that makes
us grin.
Too many nasal ballads and talks
on soups and salads
When it's fun waves that We real
ly would tune in!
Get the Axe!
Conklin: Where are you going
with those chickens?"
Warner: I'm going to try to
make both hens meat"
New Britain herald. [microfilm reel] (New Britain, Conn.) 1890-1976, 1928-11-20

1t is understood that nothing else
can overcome the Marines, but it is
Hoped a goodwill tour can.
New Britain herald. [microfilm reel] (New Britain, Conn.) 1890-1976, 1928-11-20
Their Origin!


what a pretty bunch Of violets
YOU are wearing" said the friendly
visitor TO little Miriam.
They're not real" answered
Miriam.
Indeed? Then what are they
made Off"
FISHES" replied Miriam.
"Fishes!" exclaimed the visitor in
surprise. What makes you say
that"
well. my mother told me So,
said Miriam.
Upon inquiring 1t was found that
mother had said they were "arti-
fetal" flowers-and Miriam had
given her own interpretations!
-Cl1ra A1pprA
New Britain herald. [microfilm reel] (New Britain, Conn.) 1890-1976, 1928-11-20

Rumania is an efficient country.
She got rid of htr professional poll
tcians without liuttering up the
iails.
New Britain herald. [microfilm reel] (New Britain, Conn.) 1890-1976, 1928-11-20

Maybe prosperity isn't real. but
you never hear a man refer to his
other pants.
New Britain herald. [microfilm reel] (New Britain, Conn.) 1890-1976, 1928-11-20

Americanism: Dieting in order to
look skinny; wearing fur coat
that would make anybody look
stout.
New Britain herald. [microfilm reel] (New Britain, Conn.) 1890-1976, 1928-11-20
New Britain Herald
HERALD PUBLISHING COMPANY

lssssl Daily tsuAday EHrsptsd)
~ Hsgsl1 1ldR.. 81 Church Street
New Britain herald. [microfilm reel] (New Britain, Conn.) 1890-1976, 1928-11-20

SUBSCRIPTION RATEo
e2ee . Year
S3.ot Three Aonths
7sc. Q Month
New Britain herald. [microfilm reel] (New Britain, Conn.) 1890-1976, 1928-11-20
q D .
Exposed!

Exposed!
My aunt from Europe gazed at
little Buster for the first time.
"Why." she said, che has his
mothers eyes and his daddy's nose"
Yes" piped in Buster, land my
brothers pants"
Seward daily gateway., 1928-06-30
WESTWARD RUNS OF FISH ARE ABOVE THE
 AVERAGE SAYS REPORT

Normal runs of salmon were re- ported from the Alaska Peninsula and Cook Inlet areas and above nor mai runs of kings and reds have been experienced in the Copper River dis trict, according to official advices re- ceived at the Juneau Headquarters of the U. s. Bureau of Fisheries from it's agents in the several sections, reports the Empire The run in Prince William Sound was reported lew days late for the even year. but the fish commenced to appear ia some localities five days ago.
 Pack reports from the several places indicate that seasonal activt- ties are in progress everywhere. No rack reports have been received from canneries in the Juneau distri3t where fishing commenced 16 days aga
 Five plants -Ikatna, Akutan, King Cove, Port Moeller and False Pass w ir the Alaskan Peninsula district ha1
Seward daily gateway., 1928-06-30

packed at the end of last week 10,567 eases ofared salmon, S57 kings, e62 pinks, and 17,O44 chums. The total run was said to be getting stronger
 There had been packed 2,O47 cas of reds and 6,743 cases of kings n the Anchorage district where a nor nal run was in progress.
 As of June II, the Copper River district had put up 11,750 cases If kings and 29,15O cases of reds. The lyp of kings and reds in the flats said to be fairly heavy between June 3 and 9th. after which it slacked off The king run to June 18th. was about 10 Der cent above that of last year, ard the red run in size of fish and volume was about 50 per cent above last season. The red pack to. date ex- ceeGs that of the similar period 1927 by 75 per cent.
Seward daily gateway., 1928-06-30
HOME FROM THE EAST

MT. and Mrs. Wm. J. Hughes, well known citizens of Uyak, were among the arrivals last night on the s. S. Alaska from Seattle. MT. and Mrs. Hughes have been spending a delight gull visit with relatives in Pennsylva- mia for the last two months. While in Seward today Mrs. Hughes, espec- ially, has been very active in showing tourist friends about.
Seward daily gateway., 1928-06-30

Dan Kennedy, of Kennedy Brothecs, cane in or the steamer Alaska. He went outside several weeks ago win Mrs Kennedy
Seward daily gateway., 1928-06-30

Three room apartment for rent. J. L.
 Graef.
Seward daily gateway., 1928-06-30
ToDAY's WEATHER
PROMINENT SEATTLEITE

E. R. Rice, prominent financialma1 of Seattle, vice-president of the American Marine Finance Corpora ton, was among last nights arrivals or the s s. Alaska. MT. Rice is guest at the Van Glider hotel.
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1928-05-28
Public Park Net League
Starts Play on June 16

The Interpark Tennis League
opens on June 16. Members of the
league are Monument Park. Poto-
mac Park, Montrose Park. Rock
Creek Park. and Henry Park. The
annual municipal championships
start on July Z. The schedule for
the interpark league follows:
June le-Rock Creek VS.. Henry,
Monument vs. Potomac; %, Montrose
va Rock Creek, Henry W.. Monument ;
20, Potomac VS.. Henry, Monument VS..
Montrose.
July 21-Rock Creek VS.. Monument.
MOntrose vs. Potomac; "a. Henry VS..
MOntroSe. Potomac vs.. Rock Creek.
August Henry VS.. Rock Creek,
Potomac vs. Monument; II, Rock Creek
VS.. MontrOse. Monument VS. Henry; L.,
Henry w. Potomac, MontTose va. Monu-
ment; rs, Monument vs.. Rock Cresk'
Potomac VS.. Montrose.
September S-Montrose vs. Henry,
Rock Creek VS.. Potomac.
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1928-05-28
. FAN
FODDER

The Chicago Cubs can re-
gain first place by beating the
league leading Reds today. The
Reds are nobody's set-up, how
ever. They are playing the
best ball in the league, having
won seven of their last nine
starts.
Both of the leaders won yesterday.
Carl Mays. Cincinnatis submarine
ball expert. whitewashed the Cardi-
nails. 2 to o. st. Louis dropped back
into the second division.
Forty. thousand fans saw Sheriff
Blake, of the Cubs. win his fifth
straight victory. He held the Pirates
to five hits and BANKED them. 3
to 0. Cliff Heathcote had a perfect
day at bat with three hits and
drove In two runs.
The Giants jumped to third place
by taking two close ones from the
Phillies, 10 4 and 2 to l. Otis
single in the eleventh won the
opener and Hurst's wild throw in
the ninth cost the Phils the night
cap DCHLOh anu WGAC IhO
winning pitchers.
The Boston Braves won their
first game under HOrnsby's
management, beating Brooklyn,
A to /. The Braves dropped the
second game. 8 to 3. Hendrick
and Biss0nette getting hOmers.
Outside of the Yankees. Chicago
Is the only American League outfit
that has been playing better than
500 ball. The Sox copied their
fourth victory in their last six
starts by shading Detroit, to 2
in a. duel between Lyons and Van
Glider. Lyons yielded only -four
hits.
The Browns took a 10 to 3 slug
fest from Cleveland. The Yankees
and the Red Sox did not play.