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New Britain herald., 1929-10-22
PERFECTION NOT ATTAINED

It was a thrill to millions to hear the voice of a man speaking on the other side of the globe, Professor Einstein's voice, however, pitched in rather nigh key. probably is not good radio organ. Atop Of that, the static lowering above the ocean was all against him. It is very difficult in- deed to distinguish syllabl"s-ev when expressed in German-Whcn the contributory noises of nature are louder than the voice. Many listen CTS, no dogbt, got more understand ing of the epochal broadcast from abroad than we did, inasmuch as we merely got the closing words dis tinctly. Had it not been for the bonn bardment ot rat-a-tats we should have done better. The future. it is hoped, will bring better results in inter-continental broadca8ts.
New Britain herald., 1929-10-22
MORE OF THE SAME

No trace of regret or sorrow was discernible in the testimony Of l.. Kent Hubbard, president of the Con necticut Manufacturers Associatloh, before the Senate investigation com nittee The association, he declared, approved Of everything that had been done. That, one might add, is q good view to take publicly! what possible harm has come to the tarlH plans no doubt already has been done and there is scarcely anything to be retrieved in the Senate. What ever reasons satisfactory to the as sociation, there existed for agreeing to furnish Senator Bingham with Mir. T,yanson's services have failed to blossom into the anticipated fruit. A large percentage of the Senate, al ready sour about tariff aims, un- doubtedly has become even more acidly disposed. Under such circum- stances, the objective virtually de nied there is nothing left to do but to fight a good rear guard action.
 As a witness of course, Mir Hub bard proved as enigmatical to the probing senators as Mr. Eyanson be- fore him. One of the objects of the committee is becoming clear, an at tempt to show that while in attend- ance at the secret meetings MT Eyanson was also in communication with association officials in Con- necticut. The committee will permit no opportunity to slip by to prove this suspicion. Its members already probably believe circumstantial evil dence is strong.
 It would surprise no one, of course, If this were a fact. IL is diffi- cult 10 believe that Mir Eyanson would be occupied in Washington for so long without communicating with the home folks. Even if he only wrote personal letters to his friends he probably would include a few words about the topic in which all were so heartily interested. Of course, such things, written on the spur of the moment and amid the hectic atmosphere Of Washington, might be hard to remember.
New Britain herald., 1929-10-22
25 Fears Ago To-day

Congressman Henry was in New Britain today on business He was greeted by number of his friends here.
 A bet of $lo0 10 90 was made last evening that Roosevelt and Robert. son would carry New Britain.
 Chairman Hall of the water board is organizing party of city officials to make a trip over to Roaring Brook on Thursday.
 II is stated that all the detectives who have been working on the RoSWorth murder case have disCon- tinued their efforts to locate the murderer
 According 10 a list received today from the motor vehicle department by Chief William Rawlings, there are 55 residents of this city who have automobiles registered.
 Landlord Long plans 10 make number of changes in the interior arrangement of the Hotel Russwin.
 The heavy team of Gordon Broth CTS ran away yesterday on Com mercial street but no one was in jured.
 The committee in charge of the mortuary chapel construction at FairView cemetery announce that the building will be completed this week
 A football game has been ar hanged by the High school eleven for Saturday with Yale '05.
 The Prohibition Alliance held it's annual meeting last evening and appointed q committee to enter d formal protest against the local in- crease of Sabbath dissertation.
New Britain herald., 1929-10-22
Medical Student.

An eminent physician, who once was dean of q medical college was recently wayaid in his offices by lady earnestly asking what to do about her son. The boy, it seemed, had determined to be q doctor and she wanted to know what schools, universities, colleges, would be best for the ambitious lad.
 Touched, the doctor dropped everything to spend half an hour mapping out a thorough course of training. At last having exhausted his subject he leaned back in his chair. How old is your son?' he asked.
 Roger is six years old,' said the
New Britain herald., 1929-10-22

was akin 10 that describing the aver age street corner fight. Usually. where conflicting evidence abounds, the defendants obtain more than an even break with the average jury, But that was impossible in Charlotte.
 Communists are heartily disliked 1y nearly everyone. They should re- main away from strike troubles, where they can scarcely help their own cause nor the cause of anyone else. But even the devil is entitled 10 q Christian square deal
New Britain herald., 1929-10-22

would make excellent committeeman for distributing the state fund. In small posts, the committee could be composed of A, E. F. members. If this were the case, the distributing machinery would be robbed of a lot Of good material for some of the best men remained on this side of the water through no fault Of their own. After all it was about fifty-fifty,
 The Legion makes no distinction between overseas men and men who stayed on this side, taking the stand that when a man put his name down 10 the enlistment papers he went W here he was sent. There was no court of appeal 10 that little twist in national affairs. However, as one Of the Lcgion's major points is 10 work with the wounded man in any way llpH7l bl't q IlNNl' ON tI SIS IL lp Q ti4lN the request might be forthcoming if National Committeeman Harry Jackson should take the matter up at Legion national headquarters, The moral bars against this feature is let down just little by the organi- 2ation of the 40 and s, the fun making organization in the Legion.
 Ii is doubtful if state Legionnarcs wish to disagree with the Disabled War Veterans, and committee Of conference would, at least help both sides to come to q more clear understanding and help veterans to get together.
New Britain herald., 1929-10-22
hR. EORD'S GREAT SHOW

No one has done more than Henry Ford 10 change the looks of the American scene. Ever since his fliv- vcrs became as common as the pebbles along the beaches the final touch was given to the meta morphoss from the old to tho new The old American village. with its cluster of homes around the country store, the blacksmith shop and the inn for stray travellers, had a hard enough time 10 survive even before the fIivv"rs came; but with the in- troduction Of gasoline travel scarce ly anything remains of them except inns, which have turned into road houses, Bat in addition there are hot dog stands. garages and gasoline stations; and q copious plenitude of big signs to hide whatever beauties remain of the villages.
 Mir, Ford's interest in the old American villages has turned into q passion that is akin to that which actuatcs collectors of ancient books. rare postage stamps and antique lovers Anyone coming across an ap- paratus dating from the carly days. from spinning W heel 10 a Puritan ornament around the fireplace, can find ready buyer in Mr. Ford. Even old locomotives are not barred. If the New York Central ever tires of displaying that ancient train in the Grand Central Terminal it will be no trick at all to interest Mr. Ford in it's purchase.
 The replica of the American vil- lase provided by Mr. Ford at Dear born is an example of what can be done when the proper spirit is coupled with unlimited means. There is the revival Of Menlo Park, for in- stance, where Thomas 4. Edison made the first incandoscent lamp work. Even the dirt from Mcnlo Parl-scVen carloads of it-is in the replica. Small wonder that Mir Edi- sons voice grew mellow as he spoke over the radio during the festivities last night. The spirit of 50 years ago hovered round about.
 Mr. Ford is also strong believer in continued research. When he goes in for q thing expense is no ob- iect. Hence the Edison Institute of Technology, which he has built in Detroit is destined to become d fac tor in modern scientific research. Tech over in Cambridge might be forced to recognize this young rival in the days to come Any institution backed by MT. T'ord's copious pocketbook need play second fiddle to no other.
 But the brotherly love and affec- donate friendship existing between Mr. Edison and Mr. Ford-that is the finest Of all May both live much longer to enjoy it!
New Britain herald., 1929-10-22


 other questions will receive a per sonal reply. Unsigned requests can not be answered. All letters are confidential.--E Editor. Q. What is the derivation and meaning Of the name Shirley?
 A. It is an English name, de- rived from a locality. meadow QeO where sheep are shearod.
 e. Is Conrad Nagel an Amcri- can?
 A. He was born in KcoluE. Iowa. 1 Q. Where can thrift stamps be redeemed?
 A. At the Division Of Loans and | Currency treasury department, 1 Washington. D. C.
 Q. Is F. W. Woolworth who founded the five and ten cent stores still living?
 4. He died April s. 1919.
 c. Where does the moon get it's light?
 A. II shines by the reflected light of the sun c. what IS water clock?
 A. A water clock or clcpSydra was an ancient instrument for meas uring time by the offluX Of water l through q small OriftCe. Two kinds have been in Use. In the simpler form water was allowed 10 escape | from one vessel into another. This 1 form was used in the Athenian courts. where a speaker was allowed a certain quantity of water for his speech, depending upon the i'm | portanco of the law suit. The more 1 complicated form was said by some l 10 have been invented by Plato, while others gave the honor to ! Ctesbins of Alexandria. In this the water was allowed to flow at uni 1 form rate into a receptacle. on which was marked a scale of hours Both forms are said to have been introduced into Rome in 159 B. C. and were widely used.
 Q. What kind Of steel should be used 10 make d permanent magnet ?
 A. Hard steel retains magnetism much better than soft steel and is therefore used for making perma- ncnt magnets. i Q, What are the names of the Jewish holidays on the 5th, 7th, l 4th, 18th, 18th. 2Gth and 27th of 1 October?
 A. Oct :, First day of the New Year; Oct. ' Fast of Gndaliah; Oct. 14, Tom kippur; Oct. 19, First , day of Tahernaclcs; Oct. 25. Hos hannah Rabbah; Oct. 26. Sh'mini Atsorcs; and Oct. 27, Smchas- 1 Torah.
 Q. What is the translation Of the Latin motto on the [. s. Treas ury seal?
 A. Seal of the Treasury oi North America"
 c. Why are stars pictured witt points?
 A. Because observation of then through the telescope show them q: tWinkling objects, and the twinklinE seems to give them points. Star! twinkle because the light from them
New Britain herald., 1929-10-22
I'M FAX.
By Peter w. kriss

By Peter w. Koiss Safety Week was a noble week, And woc]; of high ondsavor, When I said to myself: Be safe, be
 safe,
 And let who will be clever" But that was the week l tried my
 luck, Catch-as-c1tch-ca2, with five-ton
 truck. Prunc Week was q thrilling week, A nourishing week forsooth,
 proud pit
 Clashed with q fragile tooth; And my last good scarfpin went in
 pawn With save-and-Havc Week not yet
 gone. Music Week was as vital a week As any that l have known. But that was She week the neigh
 bor's boy
 Purchased SaXOphOno, Which he played with presto and
 con amore, Till Silence Week. was twicc-toid
 story. Yet shall go on observing Weeks. And sounding their endless praise: I'll even do better, I'll toss my hat In favor of various Days, With me it's not the results they
 bring It's just the Principle of the Thing.
New Britain herald., 1929-10-22
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New Britain herald., 1929-10-22
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New Britain herald., 1929-10-22
Thc Wrong NaNc-Lcngth!

Murirl: Isn't radio wonderful? Just d fcv turns Of q little dial and you can get almost anything.'
 Lester: "Yeah, l know a guy who got 70 years for turning lit tlc dial."
New Britain herald., 1929-10-22
Fearful Accidents.

Father: You say you're suffering from ovcrstudy?"
 Son; "Ycs, dad. Give me just a minute and l think 1 can tell you the exact day it happcncd."
 T. T. Becker
New Britain herald., 1929-10-22
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Send all communications to Fun shop Editor, care Of the New Britain Herald, and yOuI letter will he forwarded 10 New York
We'll Who NOulIDtp

We hate to carry bundles, Folks, They're stupid things, We all
 agree, But Bundles, packages of jokes! Who wouldn't lug 'em chcerfully?
New Britain herald., 1929-10-22
Prospective Customers,

Investor; "Is this stock going up?" Broker: My boy, the sky's the limit"
 Investor: "I sec. When it gets up there we unload it onto the angels, ch?"
 -AuguSta Dick
New Britain herald., 1929-10-22

represented in the Federation totals about one million not affiliated with the A. F. Of L. The failure of the American labor movement to gain many new members during the years of business activity since 1923 must be regarded as significant-it has failed to increase in strength in proportion to the return of good business. The movement has almost ceased to move in some sections Of the country, but is attracting atten- ton to the South, where it formerly was weak.
New Britain herald., 1929-10-22

Americanism: Neglecting the old fashioned virtues; kidding ourselves With the belief that something else causes our blisters.
New Britain herald., 1929-10-22

The only profitable advertising medium In the City. Circulation books and press room always open 10 advertisers
New Britain herald., 1929-10-22

The most revolutionary change at- fecting unions probably is the sub mcrgence Of craft skill in many i'm portant modern industries, Most unions have been formed on class lines and are not adapted to organ izing the unskilled and scmi-sliIled workers who have been replacing skilled craftsmen in manufacturing. For instance the cigar makers union has dWindled because more and more cigars are made by girls operating semi-automatic machines. Milling machine operators now do the work of skilled machinsts in many indus tries; what we have nowadays is tur ret lathe operators, bolt-threadine machine operators, and other types of employees who have learned their trade" within q few weeks. It is said that to organize such an lndus- try as automobile manufacture on craft lines is impossible.
 There are dozens Of other factors affecting or hindcring unionism: Company unions, the welfare move mcnt of employers, industrial group insurance, cmploye stock ownership. profit sharing, mutual benefit asso- citations, company magazines, thrift plans, building and loan schemes sanitation programs, recreation pro visions, social work, and the other schemes being worked in the large scale industries where unionism is weak Old-linc union officials and the college labor managers have been contending for the leadership i1 hOT DlJTinp recent Cp3rS
New Britain herald., 1929-10-22

Tho Herald Is on gale daily In Ne" York at Hotallng's Newsstand, Times souare; schultzs Newsstands. Entran'e Grand Central, 42nd Street.
New Britain herald., 1929-10-22

You can tell the upper and lower classes. They never act unnatural to keep from being laughed at.
New Britain herald., 1929-10-22

A plant in Detroit can scrap an automobile in a matter of minutes Probably works something like a locomotive.
New Britain herald., 1929-10-22

Majorities mean nothing
 During the flood only one man knew enough to get out of the ralni
New Britain herald., 1929-10-22

It's as broad as it is long The more ships nations sink for them- selves. the fewer they will have to sink for one another.
New Britain herald., 1929-10-22

Some deliberate killers are hang ed at once and some are saved un- til they can bag few guaI ds
New Britain herald., 1929-10-22
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No \ AcQuaintanrc.

NO AtQuNlntanNc! Englishman: You are from America 2" Tourist: "Yes" Englishman: What do you think Of Walt Whitman" Tourist My dear man, America is so big that the man you speak of might be living 2,0OO miles from where l do!'
 J. w. Kohl Copyright, 1929, Reproduction
 Forbidden)
New Britain herald., 1929-10-22

In large cities there are profess sional house wrecNers who don't do it by starting d fire in the range with gasoline.
New Britain herald., 1929-10-22

Life sentence: An indoterminato period that ends when the right sum reaches the tight people.
New Britain herald., 1929-10-22
AMERICAN LABOR "PROBLENS'

One of the important topics Of de- bate at the Toronto gathering of the American Federation of Labor was the use Of federal injunctions in labor disputes, the result being the passage of a resolution that the fed cration officers present 10 the next Congress an anti-injunction bill with proposals to amend the sherman antitrust law and the Clayton act.
 The Clayton act, passed in 1914, was hailed by unionists as 'Labor's Magma Charta," but court interpre- tations have rendered the provisions decidedly ineffective. An avalanche of injunctions have been issued on the authority of the Sherman and Clayton laws torbidding combina- ton in restraint Of trade.
 The Coronado coal company case in 1925 held that unincorporatcd labor associations might be sued in federal courts, thus seriously threat ening the financial stability of mini tant unions. The Supreme Court in 1927 likewise held, in the Bedford cut stone case, that it was illegal for union men 10 refuse to work on materials produced by non-union workers as q means of compelling the unionization of the latter. Courts generally hold that sympathetic strikes are illegal, although they continue to be called. The Supreme Court also held in the Hitchman coal and coke case in 1917 that it is illo- gal for union officials 10 attempt to organize mon who have signed con- tracts with their employers not to join labor unions. These, in union circles, are called 'ycllow dog con- tracts"
 This manifcstly is enough to worry about and Congress is to bc asked to change the picture. If the union labor vote were decisive in the for tunes of numerous congressman there would be no doubt as to the outcome. But this point at least is questionable. Powerful associations of emnlONors Will be on gnard.
New Britain herald., 1929-10-22
Facts andFancies
By Robert Quillot

Adam Smith thought supply all ways increased to meet demand. He should see our parking space.
New Britain herald., 1929-10-22

Doubtless the final test of toler- anco is to respect other jail birds as you do the ones who merely broke q law you don't like.
New Britain herald., 1929-10-22

You can get an answer 10 any N riting to the Question Editor, New Britain Herald. Washington Bureau 1922 New York avenue. Washington. D, C. enclosing two cents in stamps or reply. Medical, legal and marital ldVise cannot be given, nor can ex- tended research be undertaken. All other questions will receive per sonal reply. Unsigned requests can not be answered. All letters are COnfid dential l-- Editor.
New Britain herald., 1929-10-22

A young doctor has a hard time. It takes years of practice to send patients to the right specialists
New Britain herald., 1929-10-22

The Federation, when it met at New Orleans in 1928, started a pro gram of double union membership" " during the ensuing 12 months. At Toronto the figures showed an in crease during the year from 2,S96, oG& to 2,933,545 paid-up members. This record is far from double. Progress in such basic industries as automobiles, iron and steel and elec- trical goods has been negligible. The United Mine Workers, for years the largest single union, has suffer cd severe losses in membership as a result of it's final defeat in She bituminous strike which began in 1927.
 From 1900 10 1910 union mem bcrship grew from 866,500 10 D. 1&4,200, and five years later half d million additional members were ob- tained. Then began period of spec tacular growth until the peak of 5,t1o,Soo was reached in 1920. The reason was that conditions favored such growth; governmental policy towards tabor was friendly and busl. ness followed the lead Of the gov rrnmont. Mlitancy was in the air, and in 1919 more than 4,000,O ,O00 workers took part in strikes, includ- Ing the great steel strike, the BoS- ton police strike, the Lawrence tex tile strike, Seattle general strike, and other minor labor efforts. Then the boom collapsed and by 1922 union memberships began to decline. By 1923 total was 3,747,200. The influ- cnce of the national and state gov
 crnmcntS in general was cXcrtcd to-
 wards settling strikes on the terms 1 Of employers, notably in the Daugh-
 crty injunction proceedings and by i the calling ont of troops in many in stances. Active campaigns Of opposi. ] ton by employers developed also again following the lead of the gov . 'rnm"nt-and large numbers rcfus l ed to- recognize unions or to dca
 with them. Open shop campaign.
 grew in volume. And so forth tr
 what W" have today.
 i Unionists remain strongest toda. in the skilled trades. And there arr more unionists in the land than ar
New Britain herald., 1929-10-22

It seems 10 be a rule The more expensive the kitchen equipment, the more tin cans in the garbage receptacle.
New Britain herald., 1929-10-22

A college professor says crime isn't news. Neither is the opinion of a college professor, but people like to reach such things.
New Britain herald., 1929-10-22
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New Britain herald., 1929-10-22

Another amusing feature of our times is the fact that our country now seems sordid to cultured gentle men who slept in their undcrclothcs until they were grown.
New Britain herald., 1929-10-22

The scars of war are healed. and people have forgotten whether some of our best families got theirs hon. estly or by serving.
New Britain herald., 1929-10-22

Ycs-mar; One who always agrees with those having greater authority. intonym: Borah.
New Britain herald., 1929-10-22
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New Britain herald., 1929-10-22

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New Britain herald., 1929-10-22

Correct this sentcnce: "Yes. We gossip at our club mcctings,' said she, but never about the private lives of our servants"
New Britain herald., 1929-10-22

The fair way to classify people, whether by birth, piety, wealth or brains, is the way that makes you seem one of the top-notchers.
New Britain herald., 1929-10-22

Q. What is the derivation and meaning Of the name Shirley?
 A. It is an English name, de- rived from a locality, meadow QeD where sheep are shear"d.
 c. Is Conrad Nagcl an Amcri-