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New Britain herald. [microfilm reel] (New Britain, Conn.) 1890-1976, 1929-01-22
" ~. G.. A. NEWS

The Pinnacle club Of young EN-
ployed girls, held its regular meet
ing last evening at 1880 at the 7.
w. G. A.
The girls adopted a constitution
and purpose for existing which is:
to meet the needs OF the young en-
ployed girls in the city. especially
those who are strangers, to render
service whenever 1t can. and to pro-
mote spirit OF friendliness and
fellowship.
The meeting was opened by Miss
Mary Tint. the president. The girls
had a discussion on the choice OF
values for a life. Miss Helen Hayes
save short talk on current events
and Miss Elena Misterly a talk on
food. After the meeting the girls
had refreshments and sang.
The names Of six new girls were
proposed for membership.
The Pinnacle club il one Of the
most active groups at the Y. w. c.
A. The membership consists mainly
of young girls employed in local in
dustries. They have Interesting
talks. discussions and educational
projects. Recreation 10 also part Of
their program. The Pinnacle has
ketball team Is q real live snappy
team.
Any young employed girl IL ell
gible for membership.
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facing
FLOOD OF BILLS
Continued from First Page)

only ones scheduled to hold county
meetings this afternoon.
More than SO bills were offered
in the House, the introduction of
the bills constituting the total bust
ness. Many of the bills we're intro
duced by Representative johnson of
Manchester, who is serving his
fourth term as a legislator. The
bill increasing the powers of the
state athletic commissioner and that
pertaining to publication Of names
of applicants for and recipients OF
marriage license were two he Of
fered.
A few Of the offered bills pro-
vided: Establishing Of buria! fund
at Fitch's Home for Soldiers; Great
ing a recreation commission in the
town Of Hamden: restoring for
fcited rights to Albert J.. Wilson,
killingly. and Emmett Lyman. Suf-
Held. ex-convicts: dividing Hampden
into five voting districts.
Judgeship resolutions offered
would appoint Carl F. Anderson to
the Middletown town court; Israel
Poliner as associate judge Of Mid
dletown city court: Cornelius c. Cos
tello as Judge and Charles +. Will
lard as deputy Judge Of the Groton
court: william J. High as deputy
judge at Branford: Edwin r. Kelly
as deputy Judge at Manchester:
Archibald Duffield az deputy Judge
at Derby: Henry II. Pitts as deputy
Judge OF the Norwich city court;
Raymond II. Johnston at Manches-
ter; Louis D. Zacher, as deputy
Judge at Branford: William J. Hy-
Ian, Jr.. as deputy Judge at Enfield;
Guy F. Bushnell as Judge OF En-
field: Tom Ferguson az deputy
Judge at Manchester; Edwin r. KEEL
sey at Bradford; Ralph Fl. Clark at
Derby: Cornelius c. Costello at
New Britain herald. [microfilm reel] (New Britain, Conn.) 1890-1976, 1929-01-22
Petrunti.G Gordon Suit
Verdict Is Upheld

Judge Dickinson in superior
court has denied the motion OF At
torney Allen BroSmith to set aside
the verdict in the case Of Biagio
Petrunti vs.. George Gordon ct al,
both of this city. Judgment was for
the plaintiff to recover $1,000. the
action resulting from an automobile
accident at Hart and Griswold
streets.
Denying the motion to set aside
the verdict. Judge Dickinson wrote:
IF. as there is evidence to show.
the plaintiffs car was past the GEN.
ter of the intersection when the de-
PENDANTS car was 50 to so feet
away. the jury might reasonably
have found that before the plaintiff
entered the intersection it appeared
that he might do 20 without the
risk of collision" Attorney g. &C.
rard Casale represented the plain
tiff.
New Britain herald. [microfilm reel] (New Britain, Conn.) 1890-1976, 1929-01-22
Bishop to Get Trip
To the Holy Land

New York, Jan. 20 LP-A trip to
the Holy Land Is the prize awarded
to Bishop Jane Cannon. Jr.. OF the
Methodist Episcopal church south.
by the Christian Herald for the most
significant contribution by an Ameri-
can citizen to religious progress In
1925. The bishop will sail on Feb
ruary IA on the Calgaric and prior
TO his sailing will be honored at a
dinner here, it was announced to-
day.
Stanley High, editor of the Chris
tian Herald. was quoted in Column
bus, O., yesterday as saying the
bishop was chosen because Of ''his
long and distinguished Christian
leadership and. in particular. be-
cause of his campaign in the south
on behalf Of prohibition before the
last national election"
THE vets reviied him." said MIR.
High. and the wet press made him
the brunt OF its caricatures. but he
never flinched and now. In victory.
he asks no reward for himself"
New Britain herald. [microfilm reel] (New Britain, Conn.) 1890-1976, 1929-01-22
WANTS PRESIDENT TO
enforce PROHIBITION
CONTINUED from First Page)

the ultimate fate OF this proposal
which has stirred up 20 much de-
bate.
Since the increase was recon-
mended by Senator Harris. demo-
crat. Georgia. dry. the record Of
sentiment from dry leaders, and er-
CARNATIONS has been more or less Of
a see-saw nature and this to some
extent reflected today the situation
in the senate ITSELF
At one time Senator Harris con-
sidered he had more than enough
votes to put over his proposal, which
is in the form of an amendment to
a deficiency bill. But from the way
things have been going it now APP
pears that the vote on the Harris
amendment or one of the several
substitutes offered for it will be
close.
Before the senate can register its
opinion on the large increase. 1t
must vote on the amendment of Sem
ator Jones, republican, Washington.
also dry. to appropriate $1.a50.000
for a publicity program to stress bet
ter law observance and increase
the prohibition field force. II both
this proposal anc that of Senator
Harris arc defeated. the senate will
be asked to vote on the amendment
of Senator Glass. democrat, Vir-
ginia, to appropriate sa50,000 for
an investigation by the president Of
prohibition conditions.
Dry leaders of the $25,0o0,000 in
crease have shown a considerable
Bride. general superintendent Of the
Anti-Saloon league, has sided with
Secretary Mellon in declaring the in
crease was not needed. Bishop James
Cannon. Jr.. and Bishop Nicholson.
president of the Anti-Saloon league,
has insisted on the increase. and ex-
pressed amazement that Mr.. Mel
Ion opposed the plan. Their state
ment was followed by one from the
publicity department of the board Of
, temperance, prohibition I'D public
morals Of the Methodist Episcopal
church which said the organization
did not believe the additional money
could be wisely used at this time.
In addition to these expressions
Secretary Mellon has written Bishop
Cannon and his associate that the
appropriation of $25,0O0,000 would
not be in keeping with good govern
ment as it would seriously affect the
budget. The position of the treasury
head is expected to carry considera-
BILE weight in the senate among those
v no have supported administration
policies.
New Britain herald. [microfilm reel] (New Britain, Conn.) 1890-1976, 1929-01-22

Mr.. and Mrs. Robert H. Wilcox
observed the 52nd anniversary of
their wedding yesterday at the home
of their daughter. Mrs. c. H. Clark
of 204 Hart street. with whom they
have lived for the past is years.
They spent the day quietly, no spe-
cial observance being held.
Tho couple was married at the
Baptist church in South Norwalk
by Rev. Mr.. Simmons. Later they
moved to Waterbury where they liv-
cd for IS years. In 1913 they came
to this city and have resided here
ever. since.
Besides Mrs. Clark. the couple has
another daughter. Mrs. Frank How'd
of Waterbury and two sons. William
r. Wilcox Of Waterbury and Charles
+. Wilcox Of New Haven. They also
have Is grandchildren. Mrs. Wilcox
is an active member In the Cononi-
Gus branch Of the Sunshine society
while Mr.. Wilcox conducts busi-
ness Of his own.
Observe Slth Anniversary
Mr.. and Mrs. John f. Caufield Of
II Garden street are observing the
51th anniversary of their wedding
today. The couple spent the day
quietly at home.
They were married in st. Mary's
New Britain herald. [microfilm reel] (New Britain, Conn.) 1890-1976, 1929-01-22
Wants Five Million
For Army Air Posts

Washington, Jan. 20 IPtAA bill to
authorize expenditure OF @5,15O.306
to carry on construction Of special
and technical buildings at army air
posts during the fiscal year 1881 was
introduced today by Representative
James. republican. Michigan.
The measure was said by Mr..
James. who Is chairman Of the mill
tary affairs Subcommittee on real
estate and construction, to be in ac-
cordance with the five-year program
adopted by congress in 1926. Funds
for the work would be made avail
able under next years army appro-
priation bill.
Another measure offered by the
Michigan member today would au-
thorize the appropriation Of 31.471.-
$50 for construction needed to re-
habilitate army posts in Porto Rico,
whicr suffered extensive damage in
the September hurricane.
New Britain herald. [microfilm reel] (New Britain, Conn.) 1890-1976, 1929-01-22

old church on Myrtle street and
have lived continuously in this city.
Eight sons and daughters we're born
of the union. Mr.. Caufield il en-
gagged in the buildings contracting
business.
They celebrated their golden an
niversary last year with a reception
to their friends and relatives at the
Elm Tree Inn. At that time, Mrs.
T. B. Farrell. who was Mrs. eau
fields maid of honor In 1873. was
present.
Married 50 Years
Patrolman and Mrs. Gustave He'll
berg Of 1870 Lincoln street observed
the 3Sth anniversary Of their we'd
ding yesterday. No special observ-
ance was held. Mr.. Hellberg going
on duty as usual.
They were married in this city IN
1891 by Rev. Mr.. Jacobson. They are
the parents OF flve children. Clifford
Stuart and Stanley Hellberg, Mrs.
Harry Morris and Miss Mildred He'll.
berg.
Mr.. Hellberx is one Of the oldest
members Of the local police depart
ment. He wears badge No. l. He
is the doorman at police headquar-
tiers.
New Britain herald. [microfilm reel] (New Britain, Conn.) 1890-1976, 1929-01-22
REpORTS INSPECTED

Philadelphia. Jan. 2s (UP) -
Archa biologists inspected with inter-
est today the most recent reports OF
the joint>expedition Of the UNIVERSE
ty of Pennsylvania and the British
museum in tour Of the Chaldees
which reveal the discovery of 4
death pit with the bodies Of Is VIC
Tins sacrificed In accordance with
ancient Sumerian rites. A wealth Of
gold, silver and semi precious stones
were also discovered. according to
the reports. 1t is the '"rgest death
pit yet discovered in the 5000 year
old cemetery. the reports say. Thirty
four gold head dresses. inlaid
pendants. wreaths and hair ribbons
are reported discovered. besides
three unusually designed harps and
a pair of statue rams Of gold. silver.
white shell. and lapis laxuli, which
were apparently used a. supports
fc- furniture.
New Britain herald. [microfilm reel] (New Britain, Conn.) 1890-1976, 1929-01-22
CHAPTER IN
TABOR HISTORY ENDS
CONTINUED from First PsSs)

other vein in the old mine. Two
had been born to than.
and one. named Silver Dollar, later
died in Chicago hotel fire.
While working in the mine, Tabor
was injured and he died soon after.
Mrs. Tabor disappeared and ssv-
eral years ago was found living IN
an old tool shed on the mine prep
erty. With an old miner who had
been befriended by the senator. she
was trying to make another strike.
An old woman then. she went Down
into the mine daily and worked
side by side with tho miner. They
found = pay streak. The mine was
mortgaged for machinery to work
it-and the streak petered cut.
Five times the mine was about to
be put up at q receivers sale and
five times. at the last minute. Mn.
Tabor obtained enough money to
save 1t by paying interest - the
debt. The mine finally was ssld 1t
sheriff's sale last summer.
Last week the time limit in which
Mrs. Tabor could have reclaimed the
mine by payment Of the debt. pass-
cd. but on her personal appeal che
was given three months moro to try
to raise the money.
Mrs. Tabor, now living here In
poverty. had no relations with her
husbands son. who was said to have
wisely invested and profitsd by
money which his mother obtained
in the divorce settlement FROM the
former senator when he cast her
aside.
New Britain herald. [microfilm reel] (New Britain, Conn.) 1890-1976, 1929-01-22
Discuss Hooking Up
Limits and Fire Alarm

A plan to hook up the fire alarm
and traffic light signals so that the
first stroke Of the bell will set up q
stop" signal against all traffic.
leaving the apparatus a clear lane
in the center Of the city. will he
discussed at a conference of fire and
police officials tonight. Those who
are to confer are: Chairman NJ. w.
Bannan. Commissioner Harry Nor
ton. and Chief William c. Hart. rep
resenting the police department. and
Chairman James J. Butler. Commits
sioner Harry A. Beckwith and Chief
w. J. Noble, representing the fire
department. Electrical SuperinteSl
ent George c. Cooley will also ~
present. Preparation of bluepri.,,
OF the entire police and fire electrical
'ystems will also be discussed.
New Britain herald. [microfilm reel] (New Britain, Conn.) 1890-1976, 1929-01-22
Groton. and William H. Harvey to
the city police court, Hartford.
College Amateurs Want
Sporting World Peace

New York. Jan. 20 (UP)-Steps to
bring about harmony between the
Amateur Athletic Union and the Ma
tional Collegiate Athletic association
have been taken by General Palmer
E. Pierce, president of the latter
organization.
In two letters received from Pierce
by Daniel J. Ferris, secretary OF the
A. A.. U. the former has asked the
latter to appoint committees to con-
fer with similar committees of the
N. I. c. A. A. to decide two problems.
The problems are the supervision
Of the registration requirements of
intercollegiate athletes and the mat
ter OF the selection Of the Olympic
team. Ferris referred the commune
cations to Avery Brundage, of Chi
cago, president of the A. A. U.
New Britain herald. [microfilm reel] (New Britain, Conn.) 1890-1976, 1929-01-22
CHARTER changes
GOING TO Capitol
Will Be Referred to Cities and
Bolougg Committee

Proposed amendments to the
charter will go before the legisla.
ture this week. it is expected. and
they will be referred without dis
cussion to the committee on cities
and boroughs where debate will DE
opened on some of the more import
ant proposals.
Members Of the legislature have
already indicated their displeasure
At the suggestion that all special
appropriations of $4,000 or more
be put before the voters for an ex-
preston of sentiment. and 1t Is
freely predicted that this clause will
not be included in the report which
will finally reach the general assem-
bly, for adoption. Senator Ernest y.
Christ does not approve, neither do
Representatives William +. Lange or
Thure Bentson, all of whom point
to the failure Of similar ordinances
in other cities. notably Hartford.
Other amendments proposed by
the revision committee are expected
to 20 through with little or no OPP
position.
New Britain herald. [microfilm reel] (New Britain, Conn.) 1890-1976, 1929-01-22
7RACESkI nominated
FOR JUDGESH|P HERE
Continued from First Page)

the war he was in the army, under
going training at Camp Devens and
at Camp Upton.
After leaving military service he
entered the practice of law in the
Offices Of Klett & Alling, where he
was associated with George W. Klett.
for many wears prosecutor in the
courts CT New Britain. and later
Judge, and Benjamin w. A:ling. the
present attorney general of the state
Of Connecticut. and former Judge
in the New Britain courts.
In 1927 Re was elected assistant
clerk OF the senate and last week
was named assistant clerk OF the
house Of representatives. He Is a
rast exalted ruler of New Britain
lodge Of Elks. member of Eddy
Glover post. American Legion. III =
Ilember Of the Shuttle Meadow club.
Mr.. 1raceski will continue as clerk
OF the house. The holding of two
offices il not without precedent in
ne New Britain judicial system.
Judge Alling held his position In the
house as majority leader while on
the bench and Judge klett was
chairman Of the ldiciary committee
contcnipors neously with his ser, ice
as prosecuting attorney.
Bills were also introduced In the
senate today reappointink J. Lam
bert Degnan as Judge of the South
ington town court. and William j.
Hurley as deputy Judge.
The Hartford county delegation
met at 2 o'clock this afternoon and
voted to appoint 4 committee to take
under consideration the repairing Of
the Hartford county Jail.
Nothing was done about the coun-
ty commissionership. 1t Is under
stood that among the most promi-
nent names mentioned in opposition
to f. w. Schultz Of New Britain.
candidate for reappointment. is that
OF Chairman II. j. Smith Of Man
chester. who is also senator. Et-
forts to verify the candidacy of Sen
afor Smith were unavailing.
Representative Wadsworth was in
the chair At the county meeting this
afternoon.
New Britain herald. [microfilm reel] (New Britain, Conn.) 1890-1976, 1929-01-22
Yale's Mid-Years Are
Ready for Students

New Haven, Jan. % F9-Yale's
year Of instruction to undergradu-
ates reached the halfway mark to-
day with the beginning Of mid-year
examinations. After tonight's box
ing matches nearly all sports will
cease until the period Of quizzes Is
over.
On February 7 the crew candi-
dates will buckle down to hard work
gin preparation for late winter and
spring sports. both inter-class and
intercollegiate.
New Britain herald. [microfilm reel] (New Britain, Conn.) 1890-1976, 1929-01-22
Provides in Her Will
For Girls Education

According to the viii Of the late
Mary J. Flannery. filed today in
probate court. her sister. Nellie C..
King. is to receive the sum OF $500
from the estate. while the remain
der Of the estate, both real and per-
sonal, is left In trust to Florence
Murray. who under the clause. 10 to
use the income judiciously for the
proper education of the testator's
three grand nieces. Patricia, Vir-
gfnia and Eileen Murray. until the
(Eileen). becomes u
years of age. at which time the es-
tate IL to be divided equally among
them. Florence Murray is named
executrix of the will.
New Britain herald. [microfilm reel] (New Britain, Conn.) 1890-1976, 1929-01-22
Bishop Milan Officiates
At Fir. DOOlan'S Funeral

Southington. Jan. % P,-Rt. Rev.
John J. Milan. Bishop of the Hart
ford diocese pontificated at the
funeral mass for Rev. William J.
Doolan. late pastor of st. Thomas
church. this morning and many
priests were near the altar besides
those who took part.
While the service was being held
stores in town closed. The burr |
was in ST. Thomas cemetery.
New Britain herald. [microfilm reel] (New Britain, Conn.) 1890-1976, 1929-01-22
Kiwanis Will Debate
Merits of Prohibition

4 debate on the success or failure
Of prohibition will be held by men,
bers OF the kiwanis club tomorrow.
The question is Resolved that pro-
hibition has proved beneficial to the
people OF the United States" On
the negative side Of the debate will
be Howard Y. Stearns, DR.. Joha
Keavney and Attorney Edward A.
Mag. On the affirmative side will
be J. NJ. Ward. Dwight. Skinner and
Harry H. Howard.
Judges will be one man from the
Lions club, one from the Rotary
club and one from the Kiwanis club.
New Britain herald. [microfilm reel] (New Britain, Conn.) 1890-1976, 1929-01-22
CLASH REPORTED

Rome, Jan. 90 R-A clash be-
tween predatory Nomads and Italian
colonial troops In the desert zone
between Zuliga Oasis and FL Lebbe.
Cyrenaica. today was reported to
have ended with the rout Of the
tribesmen who left 20S dead on the
field. The Italian losses were stated
to be ten native troopers killed and
20 wounded. The hostile tribesmen
New Britain herald. [microfilm reel] (New Britain, Conn.) 1890-1976, 1929-01-22
PHENIX LODGE, |. 0. o. F,
TO INSTALL OFFICERS
Toast Pork Supper Will Be Served
After Exercises At Odd Eel
lows Hall Tonight.

District Deputy Grand Master
Harry Chapman and staff will in
stall the newly-elected officers of
PheniN Lodge, ]. o. o. f., at Odd
Fellows hall this evening at 8
O'Clock.
The list Of officers Is as follows:
past grand, Clarence Londin; noble
grand. Gustave Londin: vice grand,
Samuel Fleming: treasurer, Edward
Danberg; secretary, James Cliff: in
side guard. Harry Bowler; outside
guardian, Robert Lawson: chaplain,
Walter Holman.
After the ceremony roast pork
supper will be served. All members
are invited to attend.
New Britain herald. [microfilm reel] (New Britain, Conn.) 1890-1976, 1929-01-22
THREE CHILDREN DIE

Bridgeport, Jan. 30 R-Threc
children. all less than two years of
age. in the family of Mr.. and Mrs.
Michael Nosa. died here Sunday and
yesterday from pneumonia, follow
ing influenza. Their funerals will be
held this afternoon. The health de-
partment reported 374 new cases for
Sunday and Monday.
New Britain herald. [microfilm reel] (New Britain, Conn.) 1890-1976, 1929-01-22
king GEORGE NAY GO
TO 4 BETTER CLIMATE
Is So Much Improvcd Physiciaas
Consider Adyisability Of Send.
ing Hin, Out to the Sea

ing Him Out to the Sea
London. Jan. 2: (UP)-king
George has advanced 10 far in re-
covery from his illness that his doc
tors are considering plans for NOV
ing him to a better climate.
I'VE feel that the time IL ap-
preaching when His Majesty's re-
Eloval to the sea will be advantage
ous," said an official bulletin issued
by the royal physicians today.
1t was announced officially that a
house belonging to Sir Arthur DI
Cros at Bognor. Sussex, on the south
coast Of England, had been selected
for the kings convalescence.
The bulletin added:
1.-THE king had a quiet night. His
temperature now has reclaimed nor
NAL for many days. The condition
of the pulse is satisfactory. The
cmpyema wound is small and stead
lily healing. With returning appe-
tite. the amount OF nourishment .
adequate. This includes solid food.
Although the general strength shows
improvement, there is 80 far no ap-
probable increase in weight.
STANLEY Hewett.
Hugh Rigby,
"E. Farquhar Buzzard.
Humphrey Rolleston.
Dawson Of Penn"
The bulletin was issued after q
consultation Of the five doctors who
headed the large medical staff that
attended the king during the critical
period of his illness. 1t was the first
bulletin in weeks that had been
signed by all five physicians and was
IN the nature Of an announcement of
definite convalescence and q sum-
mary Of the kings present condition.
The king became i'll just a little
more than two months ago. Pleurisy
settled in his lung and grave infec-
ton set in. At the height Of his
illness, after the Prince of Wales had
raced home from Africa in record
time. the lung was punctured AMI
drainage started. After long
struggle. during which the issue was
gravely in doubt. the king shook of
the infection and began his slow re-
covery.
In all. more than 100 bulletins
have been issued to keep the public
advised OF the kings progress.
New Britain herald. [microfilm reel] (New Britain, Conn.) 1890-1976, 1929-01-22
MICHAEL RICCIO DEAD

New Haven. Jan. 20 R-Word
has come here of the recent death
in Naples Of Michael Riccio, former
vice consul of the Italian govern
ment here. He lived in Connecticut
about 20 years and retired from his
post 10 years ago. He lived here -
years and then moved to Hartford.
New Britain herald. [microfilm reel] (New Britain, Conn.) 1890-1976, 1929-01-22
Miami Prepared

Miami. Fla, Jan. II H9-With
final arrangements for Il tremen-
dous welcome completed, thousands
of citizens of Miami and adjoining
cities awaited expectantly early to-
day for the arrival at y. IN. of the
trim bearing President-el elect Herbert
Hoover
A throng estimated at between
10000 and 5000 had planned a
welcome to the future chief eXecu-
tive when he arrived here for Il
months vacation.
Plans for the formal welcome call
cd for a greeting to Mr.. Hoover by
Mayor L. G.. Scwell as the president
elect stepped from his train. Mem
hers OF the Hoover party then were
prepared to enter automobiles for
the ride through the city streets,
across the causeway to Belle Isle in
Biscayne Bay to the j. c. Penney
estate.
The city was gaily decorated for
Mr.. Hoover's arrival. A dozen bands
had arranged to escort the party
through flower and flag bedecked
streets.
Displays by cities and counties of
Florida, aerial maneuvers by civilian
and marine corps planes and a pro-
cession OF yachts on Biscayne Bay
we're part OF the entertainment pro-
gram.