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New Britain herald., 1929-10-09
American and Polish Ministers
 May Be Made New Ambassadors

minister, to the $17,5OO an ambassa- dor would receive.
 The raising of the Warsaw post would make Poland the fifteenth na- tion with which the United States maintains relations through an am bassador. Poland aow exchanges ambassadors with France, Italy and the Holy See.
 Present Official Favored
 It is expected the present Polish minister would be continued in Washington as ambassador because of his intimate knowledge of the country. Several names have been mentioned in diplomatic circles in connection with the proposed new post at Warsaw for the United States, including John B. Willys, au- tomobile manufacturer of Toledo, Ohio, and Irwin Laughlin of Pitts burgh. Pa, formerly American min istcr to Greece.
 President Hoover is considering both of these men for diplomatic ap- pointment At the same time, it is considered possible that Mr. Hoover might desire to promote Mir. Stetson and keep him at Warsaw.
New Britain herald., 1929-10-09
)r smith,

former Governor Smith"
 Without attempting to judge with out hearing Warmers defense, the mayor made it known that no man guilty of inflicting such an insult against a citizen who has done as much for his country as the mayor feels the former New York goycrn- or has will he permitted to enter the office of the mayor in the flu turc.
 Paonesaa's letter 10 Warner reads: "C0un. w. $. Warner,
 "ll1 Lincoln St. ."City.
 Dear Sir
 Tt has been reported 10 me that you, in company with several other city officials, entered my office in city hell last night, and while there took occasion to direct an insult at q man who has given most of hi.; lie to the service of his city and state, by deliberately turning to the wall the face of q photograph of former Governor Alfred E. Smith.
 The sources of this information are such that I feel called upon to consider it to be correct until it is proved otherwise. This letter o you is an inquiry to which you are to be
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New Britain herald., 1929-10-09
Steel Workers Refuse to Put Flag
 On Completed Beams Without Shot

Chicago, Oct. (P}-The reason no American flag fluttcrod from the steel skeleton of the board of trade building today was the 18th amend ment to the constitution.
 The flag was to have been hoist ed yesterday, marking the placing of the last beams in the structure. Henry A. Rumscy, broker, clubman and chairman of the building com mittee, watched for hours yesterday for the flag to rise.
 A workman came to tell him all was in readiness and that the men were waiting for the drinks. Mir. Rumscy wanted to know what drinks.
 Just before the flag is raised, the firm always sends up a round Of
New Britain herald., 1929-10-09
OVER 2,000 PRESENT
 AT BRIDGE77 FUNERAL
Throng Pays Last Re- spects to Deceased
 Sportsman

More than 2,000 people represent ing every walk of life, including city officials representatives of fra ternal societies, prominent sports promoters and members of almost every religious denomination gath cred this morning at 9 o'clock at St. Marys church to attend the final requiem and render tribute to Patrick c. Bridgett prominent sports promoter and business man, who passed away Sunday evening at the New Britain General hospital after an illness of a month.
 Among the thronG of mourners were visitors from many parts of the state with whom Mr. Bridgctt had come in contact either through business CT social lines and numer- ous others. many of whom felt the Kindness of his charitable inclina- tons during his lifetime. Mourners, friends and acquaintances nearly filled the church as the solemn lones of the solemn high mass were lntoncd over his recumbent form.
 Rev. Walter A. McCrann of1iciated as cclcbrant at the solemn high mass of requiem; Rev. Matthew Traynor, pastor, was deacon; Rev. Walter J. T.yddy was suh-deacon and Rev. Thomas J. Lawlor, mas- ter-of-ccrcmonieS
 quartet consisting of Mrs. Mary T. Crcan. soprano; Mrs Mae Dillon Connolly, alto; Gerald P. Cream, tenor and James D. Dona-
New Britain herald., 1929-10-09
FIGHT OBSTACLES,
 BECOME CITIZENS
Reward Comes to Two Despite
 Educational Drawbacks
OFFICIALS ARE IMPRESSED

|. s. Commissioner and Judge Admit
 Karalus a-I Dzioba Who Were
 Too Busy Supporting Families to
 Complete Knowledge of English
 Although their knowledge of the English language was not very i'm pressivc, StanisIaw Karalus and An drew Dzioba, both of Polish birth convinced naturalization officials to- day that they would make good citi- 2cns, and they were admitted to citi- zenship.
 |. g. Commissioner Luther W. Trockmorton and Judge Stanley J. Traceski gave the cases long consid- eration before reaching final dcci- sion. Both applicants are middle aged men who had little time for study because of the more important work at hand-that of providing for large families. Dzioba 5 years old. and resident of this city for 2G years, was asked to reclte the alpha bet and he reached the letter |, where he faltcrcd and stopped.
 Both read with difficulty, but inn pressed the officials with their sin Cere desire to be American citizens and spend the remainder of their lives here,
 John k. Mitchie. barber, passed the test yesterday and was admitted as citizen, and today his wife, Marie C. Mitchie came before the court and was also successful. They are natives of Canada.
 Two brothers, John and Karl r. SchiGfcrt, natives of Germany. were held for further examination on recommendation of the commissions CT and two sisters met the same fate
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New Britain herald., 1929-10-09
DAYTON CONFESSES
 MURDERING LOVER
Insurance Salesman Sleeps All
 Day Beside Corpse
0UARRELED OVER RIVAL
Man Tells Washington Police He Meant to Take Poison, But Liquor Spoiled His Suicide Plans.

Washington, Oct. 9 (UP)-DeXter Dayton, 25-ycar- insurance sales man of Kansas City, Mo, confessed today to choking his beautiful sweet heart. Marjorie O'Donnell, 24, to death Monday night in q fashionable hotel here. police said today. A quarrel over another man." author ities said he told them, preceded his act
 Dayton told police that. after choking the girl he intended to com- init suicide. and drank considerable liquor to sustain his courage.
 Fell Asleep On Bed
 Before he could fire the shot he said he fell asleep on the bed beside the slain girl and slept all day yes terday with his arms about her.
 Awakening at 2:50 a. III. today, Dayton tclephoned a bellboy, Loren 70 Jones, negro. whom he met at the elevator The young salesman was in full evening dress. His shirt was spotted with blood, Jones told police.
 I've just killed my sweetheart in loom So$," police say Dayton told Jcnos, you'd better call police"
 The bcllboy summoned the house detective who found the body,
 The officer found Dayton sitting on the bed leaning over the dead girl. mumbling incoherent prayers and lingering a rosary.
 Girl Beautifully Dressed
 Miss O'Donnell, clad in a beauti- ful evening gown, had been neatly placed on the bed. Her shoes had been removed.
 In the room was found a long let ter written by Dayton to his mother. which police said, contained a con fcssion of the crime. A revolver and so rounds of ammunition were found on a table.
 | Dayton was taken to police head quarters and charged with murder i There he asked for a priest. i He said he came here several gifted to establish the ideal as real
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New Britain herald., 1929-10-09

drinks for everybody" the workman said "The men wouldn't think of raising the flag without the usual toast"
 You go back an1 tell them that this time the flag goes up without drinks" said MT. Rumsey. "There's law against it. I'll send up coffee and sandwiches, but I'll certainly be no party to breaking the prohibition law"
 The workman went back and re- ported. MT. Rumsey went back to his window to watch. Dusk settled upon the city, Word came back that without drinks there would be no flag.
 There were no drinks. And when the sun arose this morning there still was no flag.
New Britain herald., 1929-10-09
MACDONALD GETS
 HONORARY DEGREE
George Washington University Coniers Sheepskin on Premier
SECRETARY PHONES LONDON

Topic of Urgent Conversation with
 London Not DisclOScd-Conferenc
 With Secretary of state Also Kept
 Secret.
 Washington Oct. [ lP) - Prime Minister Ramsay Macdonald said today in accepting the honorary de- gree of doctor of laws from George Washington university that one could never acquire anything in this world without purchasing it by "one's own efforts, own will, and own sacrifice"
 The degree was conferred and the preniers words uttered in Con- tincntal Memorial hall where seven years ago the five great naval pow CTS of the world signed the first agreement for limitation of naval armamcnts.
 Here on Peace Brand
 The furtherancc of that agree ment as well as other steps for world peace is the purpose of the visit of the premier to this nation.
 Today distinguished gathering assembled in the hall for the cere- mony of conferring the degree. Ii included members of the diplo- matic corps, justices of the su- promo court, members of the cabi- net and of congress.
 Upcn receiving the degree frot Dr. Cloyd Heck Marvin, president of the university. the prime minis ter said he assumed the distin- guishod robes with which he had been invested embodied the thanks of the university to all of those who try to promote the peace Of the world.
 In conferring tho degree upon the Prime Minister Dr. Marvin used this citation:
 James Ramsay Macdonald, prime minister of Great Britain, so- cial leader whose spiritual fcrvor and quiet will have wrought, through periods of stress. fine cour- age, steadfast understanding of ser vice for public veal, and rugged sympathy toward men; statesman (Continued on Page Two)
New Britain herald., 1929-10-09
Contested Statue Gets
 Tar and Feather Coat

London, Oct. R}-Jacob Ep- stcin's statue "Rima" which has been the center of many fights in artistic circles since it's crcc- tion in Hyde Park in 1925, was found today covered with tar and feathers.
 The statue which is a memorial to w. H. Hudson, famous natur- alist, was once disfigured with green paint shortly after its un- yelling.
 The memorial which is hidden in what is known as birds sanctu- ary is "cHprcssionistic" in char actcr. The figure in the panel was inspired by the fairy-like Rima of Green Mansions, but newspaper critics at the time de- clared it was a 'superstitious, brutal-loOking figure with queer anatomy" Controversy over the memorial ragged for some time.
New Britain herald., 1929-10-09
STATE RESTS IN
 STRIKERS TRIAL
Seven Men Enter Plea for Dis
 niSsaI Of Charges
POLICEMEN TELL STORY
End of prosecution's Case Comes Unexpectedly Early-Jury Excused
 While Molten For Men is Argued.

Charlotte, x. C., Oct. LPl-The state rested at 1915 o'clock this afternoon in the trial of seven na- tional textile workers, union mem- bers and strike leaders accused of murder in connection with the death of O, r. Aderholt Gastonia police chief, and assault on three other officers.
 The ending of the states evidence came unexpectedly. Solicitor Car pentcr had said this morning that he expected to complete his case late this afternoon.
 Last Witness Left
 Attorney Clyde R. Hocy, assisting the solicitor, was calling the name of A. w. Simmons, summoned as a state witness, when the solicitor in. terrupted to announce that the state would rest.
 The defense immediately moved for dismissal of the case on the ground of lack of evidence to con- meet the defendants with the fatal wOunding of the chief and Wounding of Tom Gilbert, A. J. Roach and Charles Ferguson. Judge NJ. V. Barnhill, presiding, immediately cx- cused the jury in order to hear argu- mcntS on the motions.
 TcrGuSO, TeStitcS
 Tho states principal witness to- day was C. NJ. Ferguson. motorcycle poliCeman of Gastonia, who aC- companicd Chief Aderholt to the union headquarters the night of the shooting.
 Ferguson testified he saw William McGinnis, one of the defendants shoot, after another guard had start ed scuffling with Tom Gilbert, a po- lice officer, wounded in the fight. He said he recognized both Me Ginnis and another guard, Louis
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New Britain herald., 1929-10-09
DR. M. A. KINSELLA WINS
 DEGREE OF FELLOWSHIP
Will Be Elected to American Col lcg2 of Surgeons in Chicago On October 1S

" III l'c IlcCIeu 10 GnltrlCan Col
 Icgc of Surgeons in Chicago On
 October IS.
 The degree of fellowship in the American College of Surgeons will he conferred upon pr. M. A. Km- sella, we'll known physician and sur gcon of this city on October IS, in Chicago. To attain this honor, at least 100 major operations must have Lccn performed and the history diagnosis. and results of each passed upon and approved by q committee chosen by the society. After ap- proVal the report is passed on to the elective board.
 Dr. KinSclla, who is one of three doctors in this city who have been elected to q fellowship, received his premedical courses at Tufts college. He was graduated from the Tufts medical college in 1912. After a two years interncship at Hartford hospital Dr. Kinsella began practice in this city in 1914, and since that time has steadily gained popularity and confidence as a surgeon.
 Dr. Kinsella is the present attend ant surgeon at the New Britain Gen eral hospital.
 The two other doctors who have received the Fellowship are Dr, | George W. Dunn, and Dr. William F. Flanagan. The late pr. Ernest T. Fromen was also @ fellow of the American College Of Surgeons.
New Britain herald., 1929-10-09
Gas Oyercomes Five
 In HaVerhii! Today

Haverhin, Mass, Oct. 9 (UP)-A mother and her four children were taken to Gale hospital after being overcome by illuminating gas as they slept at their Green street home here carly today.
 The victims were Mrs. Josephine Henry, 2S. Archie, 3, Gladys, 2, Glor- ia, 1, and Georgette. month. Phy- sicians said all would recover.
 After preparing her husbands breakfast Mrs. Henry returned to bed without shutting the stove jets tightly. NGighbors, affected by the odor of gas, notified police.
 The family moved here recently from Sanford, Me.
New Britain herald., 1929-10-09
ARMED NIGHT PATROL
 WILL PROTECT CITY
Flying Police Squadron Going on Duty for
 Winter

A night patrol, armed with riot guns and manned by at least three members of the police force. will make it's initial trip through the city as soon as the motorcycle men come off duty for the winter, it was de- Cided at q meeting of the board of police commissioners which took place last night
 The patrol. which will investigate cases in all parts of the city will communicate with police headquar- ters through the red light system at taChcd to the patrOlmcn's boxes, and will be ready to meet any emer- gency.
 Which one of the police cars will he used for the patrol, or if they contemplate purchasing a special au- tomobile for the flying squadron was not discussed by the board members last night
 As it is planned at the present time, the patrol will ride all night, investigate all parked cars, cars with faulty equipment, and stand ready to meet any emergency. Chairman Michael Bannan fathered the plan and it was accepted heartily by members of the board.
 "Thc night patrol, I believe, will do much for the morale of the de partment," the chairman averred. .T+ will lEppn oVCry man on his beat because it will show them that there is chance for immediate advance mcnt in the department.
 "For the past year." he concluded, "the system has been used in Stam- ford and Waterbury, and it has been a marked success. I look for the
New Britain herald., 1929-10-09
DRY CLEANING LAW
 OPINION IS SOUGHT
Ordinance Committee to Ask Written Statement
 From Kirkham

Aroused by the controversy caused by the attempted enforcement Of the newly adopted ordinance regu- lating dry cleaning and dyeing plants in New Britain, Councilman w. $. Warner of the third ward started movement in the ordinance commit tee at a meeting last night in the mayors office to obtain an opinion from Corporation Counsel J. II. Kirkham as to whether the ordi- nance is legal and enforceable or not, and, if it is not. what steps will be necessary to make it so.
 Councilman Warner said the opin- ion should be in writing, and he in- cluded such provision in his mo- tion, which was seconded by Coun- Cilman w. s. Scheuy and carried unanimously. The ordinance con- mittee spent several weeks consider ing the ordinance before it was recommended to the council for adoption, and Councilman Warner felt that the work should not be al- lowed to go for uaught.
 The committee voted to recom- mend to the council an amendment (Continued on Page TWo)
New Britain herald., 1929-10-09
Cochrane and Simmons Scored By Mighty Eastman Tn Drive Over Left Field Wall-Hits Fast Ball Squarely on Second Swing.
Philadelphia Hits Safely in Second But Finds h. ming Over With Two Men Stranded on Bags Both TWirlers Pull Out of Tight Pinches.

Chicago. Oct. g lP}-Jimmie FoXx, stalWart first bascman of the Phil adclphia Athletics, kept his niche in the hall of fame this afternoon when he drove out his second home run Of the World Series against the Chicago club. scoring two teammates ahead of him. It was the only scoring in the game thus far and gave the MaCkmen commanding lead.
 Big Pat Malone of the Cubs and George Earnshaw for the Mackmen locked horns for the second engage mcnt of the annual baseball war. Malone set the Chicago fans on fire, in spite of the cold weather. by send ing the first three philadelphians to face him back to the dugout on strikes. He got his fourth victim in the second inning by carving holes in the air around the opposing bats man.
 English of the Cubs received an ovation in the second when he came to bat. showing the fans forgave him for his errors in the ninth inning yesterday. He whacked out two sacker. Hornsby and Cuyler famed.
 The Athletics made a threat in the second inning by placing two men on the bases but were held 1 sCorelesS.
 Fans Ardor Cooled A drop of around 15 degrees in temperature. plus the after effects of the opening day downfall of the home team, had q distinctly chilling effect upon the enthusiasm of the crowd that turned out today for the second game. The cool snap was accompanied by q, stiff breeze off Lake Michigan and 1t took the hardy courage more typical of football than baseball fans for the outfield bleachers to be fair ly well filled by noon time.
 It was a day for furs overcoats and stimulating influences, the cold est and most uncomfortable world series day since the semi-freezing game between the Senator's and Pirates in 1925.
 The weather was considered likely to influence the old master, Connie Mack. to start the most an- Cicnt of his twirlcrs. Jack Quinn, instead of the younger. stronger George Earnshaw. for the attempt to follow up the advantage gained by HowGrd Ehmkc in such dramatic fl ShiOO ypStcrdav
 Quinn Likes Cold Quinn, the experts pointed out | between periods of exercise 10 keep | from becoming numb, likes cold weather for his baffling assortment l of. spitballs. The only danger ap- pearcd to be that the ball might be | icc-covered by the time slow l curve reached the plate. i Pat Malone was the Cub pitching 1 choice. regardless of wind and | weather.
 Entertained by the antics of Nick | Altrock and Al Schacht. the thou sands who foCkcd Courageously into
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New Britain herald., 1929-10-09
Choice Wines Served
 At Premier's Dinner


 Washington, Oct. 2. OUP)- Choice wines and champagne from the British embassy cellar were available to those guests who desired it at the embassy dinner and reception last night in honor of Prime Minister Mac Donald.
 Sir Esme Howard, the British ambassador, made it known last spring that when the present sup ply of liquor at the embassy was exhausted. he would not avail himself of diplomatic immunity to rcplcnish il.
New Britain herald., 1929-10-09
FALL TRIAL HAL7S
 WHILE DEFENDANT
 BATTLES SICKNESS.
Ex-lnterior Secretary in Serious Condition, Physician Reports
 to Judge
COURT NAMES DOCTOR TO
 EXAMINE MAN AT HOME

Judge Decides to Have Impartial
 Report On Seriousness of Attack
 --Hearing May Be DiScontinucd-
 Attending Medical Man Says Tex T an Threatened With Bronchial 5 Pneumonia.
 Washington, Oct. 9 (Pl-A recess In the trial of Albert B. Fall until tomorrow Was announced today by Justice William Hitz, who said he would have a physician examine Fall before deciding on his course in the case halted by the defendants ill., ness.
 Taken III Yesterday
 Fall, charged with bribery, was taken ill in the courtroom yesterday and Frank Hogan, his chief counsel announced this morning that his eli ent was unable to appear.
 Dr. Sterling Ruffin. one of the physicians who attended former President Wilson, was named by Justice HltZ to examine the former secretary of the interior. He will confer with Falls physician, Dr. II. T. Satford, before making the exam \ ination.
 Hogan today announced that Dr. Safford had declared Fall was on the verge of bronchial pneumonia and that to return to court would leopardize his life.
 Says Jig Is Tp'
 Dr. Stafford was quoted as saying: "Thc jig is up. Fall cannot return 10 trial"
 Fall, charged with accepting a bribe of $l00.0O0 from Edward l.. Doheny, oil magnatc, in connection with the lease of the Elk Hills, Calif., naval oil reserve lease, ap. Iearcd in court Monday against the advice of his physician and over the protest of his family. He seemed barely able to get to his seat, and yesterday afternoon was compelled to leave when his temperature went up, his pulse increased and he began coughing blood.
 Fall was excused from the court room yesterday after his condition became worse. He suffered q bronchial attack shortly after com- ing to Washington for his trial.
 Attorney Hogan announced Fall mo q n hot nIp Jli ell nI n recess as soon as court opened. It appeared likely that if Fall does not improve within the next few days, the jury would be excused and the trial stopped.
 Temperature 90.4
 Falls chief counsel said the former secretary's temperature to- day was 99.4, but that his pulse had gone up and he was still coughing blood
 q do not expect that We will reach the end of the trial," Justice IIitz remarked after seeing a spell of weakness compel the 6S-year-o defendant to leave the court room yesterday leaning heavily on the arms of his physician and nurse.
 The same thought was probably In the minds of many present who lad detected with little effort, that Tall had grown weaker hour by hour, He suffered a bronchial at tack week ago.
 Owen J. Roberts, special prosecu- tor, said the government did not want 10 continue with Fall in such poor physical condition. asserting a conviction would he a death warrant
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