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New Britain herald., 1929-11-25
ANCIENT LAW $

What becomes Of old laws on the statute books? They are rarely en- forced. yet as rarely rescindc1. Left to clutter up the pages Of the law books, they bask in somnolence, ut torly disregarded. Of course. it would be vastly better to eliminate this dead wood, but the legislatures and Congress are too much occupied with the pressing needs of the present to yield time for the elimination of the stray ridiculous laws Of the past,
 The presence of such laws upon the books is a danger to the liberties of the people in many instances. An cent as most of these laws are and admittedly unrelated to present con ditions. so long as they are on the books they can be applied by any judge who finds it convenient to Go
New Britain herald., 1929-11-25
SENATOR WARREN

Senator Francis Emory Warren of Wyoming, who died yesterday at the age of 85 years, served in the Sen ate for GG years, q record that has never been approached by any other man and one which in itself lent him distinction. But before he began this notable career he had served in the Union armies of the Civil War for four years. was mayor of his home city, and governor of his state. No man alive gave more years to such a variety of public service.
 Senator Warren had much intlu- cnce in the Senate during his early career there. As he grew in years his activities lessened and he took pleasure in being referred to IS the dean Of all the others. The people Of Wyoming long ago came to the con- clusion that Senator Warren should remain in the Senate as long as he lived. He vas the grand old man Of the state.
 The West usually is regarded as possessing a tendency toward radicalism. Yet here is an instance where the opposite was the case. Senator Warren. by inclination and training, was conservative, Yet he satisfied his constituents and was popular idol.
New Britain herald., 1929-11-25
25 Fears Ago Today

Attacks are being made daily bT the people of the town against tho existing dangers at the reservoir at Walnut Hill park. The drownings at the reservoir are becoming alto- gether too numerous.
 Charles k. Harris arrived in town today in his big Winton car. .IrI Harris is an expert on automobilas and has a fine car.
 New Britain has requested Bristol to join in with this city, Plainvill4, Newingt on. Hartford and West Hart- ford in an effort to have legislature pass some kind Of law which w:l compel the consolidated railroad to furnish the electricity for running the cars in a manner not dangcrolj to life.
 Postmaster Hicks stated today that the Christmas rush is already under way at the local office and he anticipates that the business will be brisk from now on.
 John Johnson. sealer Of weights, is being kept busy daily checking up on the scales of coal dealers.
 Morris Cohn complained to the police today that some playful per- son had thrown a stone through th1 window of his store on Elm street.
 The fair being given by the sev- cral lodges of the Odd Fellows open- eli in the Casino Saturday eveninss There was a. street parade preced- ing the opening.
 The T. A. E. building committ@s will hold an important meeting this evening.
New Britain herald., 1929-11-25
WAR" IN MANCHURIA

Ii it isn't a war in Manchuria it is something that closely resembles it. The Russians, irritated at the seizure of the Chinese Eastern Rail- way, seem to believe they have the opportunity of forcing a return, go the status quo that existed before the seizure. Well equipped with the armaments Of war. they have ad vanced with Nigor and determina- ton. The Chinese Nationals, finding themselves at a disadvantage so far 10 the northwest, have given way. How far the Russians will move south and whether negotiations with q purpose will be fitting substitute for the present varlike actions re- mains 10 be determined within q short time
 The Chinese Nationalists are in bad form. Suffering from revolt on one flank and threatened by the Russians on the other. there are few perhaps who will regard them as able 10 apply force sufficient to re- tain the mastery, The facts arc that the seizure Of the railroad, reaction. Joint operation of the road vas stipulated by treaty, and if. az is claimed. the Russians utilized their position as q means Of propaganda. that could have been changed through 9 lees dangerous method. One story has it that the railroad vas not seized by responsible Na- uonalst officials but by subordinates. thus in a measure embarrassing the now Chinese government at a most critical time.
 The Kellogg pact in far Manchuria has an opportunity to be Of practical s'rNice, IL is significant that under it neither nation has termed it's action var. It seems 10 be merely species 0: forcofui rcadjustmcnt.
New Britain herald., 1929-11-25
hens egg in the center?

hens egg in the center?
 A. It is suspended in the white at approximately the center of the egg, and is surrounded by the vitel- line membrane. The white has two cloudy white ;hickened portions re- sembling twisted cords, which ad- here to the yolk at the points near est the ends of the egg. These cords are called chalazac. and allow the yclk to rotate freely as the egg is turned. but serve to retard it's rise or settling toward the shell when any length of time.
 c. When and where was Gene Tunney married to Mary Lauder?
 A. At Rome. Italy, October 3, 1928.
 Q. Were the thirteen colonies in the Stamp Act Con- gless Of 17G5?
 A. Twelve of the colonies were represented. Georgia was the only colony not represented.
 =, on "lldt ll'clucnl IS the poem Barbara fritchie" based?
 A, On an incident of the Amer iCan Civil War. when the army of General Thomas Jonathan tStone- WalD Jackson was passing through Frederick. Maryland. The home Of Barbara EritChie is now preserved as a museum there and the old flag she waved is shown to visitors. Her grave in the same cemetery which Eolds the Frances Scott Key monu- mcnt is visited by many persons.
New Britain herald., 1929-11-25

His unfortunate schism with Mar shal Foch will be a subject for his torians. Certain it is that 1t was Clemenceau to whom Foch owed his great opportunity as generalissimo of the Allied armies. IL was Clemen- ceau who. when becoming premier, saw the need of a unified command and recognized the genius Of Foch as the man of the hour. The diff culty between Foch and Clemonceau did not begin until after the war was virtually won. The difference be- tween the two men was due to the fact that Foch thought with the military mind, while Clemenceau vas responsible to the Chamber of Deputies and through them to the people, and also because he at all events had to conform to the wishes Of Lloyd George and Woodrow Will son. l'och wanted the French boundary 10 extend 10 the Rhine; Clemenceau bluntly stated that he wanted no new Alsacc-Lorrainc to bedeyil the future D. France. This subject was settled by the Versailles Treaty and that should have been the end of it; and this would have been the end were it not for the memoirs of Foch, published shortly after his death. It was 10 counteract statements made by the Marshal that Clcmenceau labored necessarily before his last illness.
 The death of Clemenccau removes a colorful figure from French life and international interest. His pccu- liar personal characteristics were the concomitants of unique character. His was the Latin temperament 10 it's fullest flower. On such subjects that he thoroughly understood he had profound convictions and the capacity and inclination 10 battle for them stubbornly and with impressive tenacity. He was the type of man whom France needed in her hour of gravcst trial.
New Britain herald., 1929-11-25
Observations On The Weather

Washington, Nov. 25.-Forccast
 for Southern New England: Fair
 and colder tonight: Tuesday increas- ing cloudiness with rising tempera- ture followed by rain Tuesday night. Diminishing west and northwest
 winds becoming southerIy and in-
 creasng Tuesday.
 Forecast for Eastern New York:
 Fair and slightly colder tonight: Tuesday increasing cloudiness with
 rising temperature, followed by rain in extreme south and rain or snow
 in north and central portions Tues day afternoon or night; diminishing northwest winds becoming southerly and increasing Tuesday. Forecast for New Haven and vicinity: Fair tonight and Tuesday; Warmer Tuesday.
 Conditions: A we'll defined dis turbance which is centered over Minnesota is causing unsettled weather in the upper Mississippi valley and western portion of the Lake region.
 An extended area of high pressure
 central over Tennessee is producing
 pleasant weather in all the eastern
 districts. The temperatures are rising rapidly between the Rocky Mountains and the Mississippi and continues low over the southern and eastern sections. Frosty tempera- lures extend as far south as the
 Mexican border.
 Conditions favor for this vicinity fair weather, with rising tempera-
 ture followed by increasing cloudi- ness.
New Britain herald., 1929-11-25
CLEARLY JUSTIFIED

An Arizona lawyer was addressing the jury.
 self defense. gentlemen, and nothing else" he said. Tt is true my client chased the deceased five miles-and shot him in the back but the reason for that was he couldn't catch up with the varmint him in front. What could my client do? My client has a weak heart if he'd run two hoots and a holler more he'd have dropped dead his self, so he had to shoot at 40 rods 10 save his own life-and right smart shootin' you'll agree that it was, gentlemen of the jury"
New Britain herald., 1929-11-25

evidently believes in that species Of trade preparedness which will leave nothing to chance. Executives Of leading industries have promised 10 go ahead with important improve ments costing more than billion dollars. No better stimulation Of trade could be devised.
 The President will receive the commentators of all of us. He has given evidence of being more than just interested in the economic vel fare of the country, adding 10 such interest an ability 10 apply practical methods of nationwide scope. The net result will be that instead Of in- numcrable major industries tending to mark time until there is turn toward normal progress, a species of forced draft measures are applied 1930 undoubtedly will see spirited
 improvement work under way.
 Following the recession in the stock market conditions for such Ic- vclopments are propitious. Money IS cheap and plentiful. and there is no reason why it should not be put to W ork along the lines spoken Of dur ing the White House conferences. If every industry in the land goes for ward in the construction of needed improvements. instead of watchfully waiting and being hesitant, the na ton will prosper to much better ef- feet than had the illogical stock hostng industry continued unabat- cd.
New Britain herald., 1929-11-25
OUR OWN FOOTBALL CLASSIC

The Important games in the football season may interest their millions, with such incidental betting and hiIarity. But there is one game that has come to be known az a local classic" the annual clash be- tween Hartford and New Britain. These games began many years ago and interest has steadily accelerated Tn" main trouble in regent years has been 10 provide granlstands and bleachor9 large enough Q hold the cnthused thronss Of spectators.
 The game on SaturIay as every one in the city knew a short time after it was over turned out a "slashing victory for the home
New Britain herald., 1929-11-25

You can get an answer 10 any question ot fact oi information bE writing 10 the Question Editor. NeH Britain Herald. Washington Burrau 1892 New York avenue. Washington. D. c, enclosing two cents in stamps for reply. Medical, legal and marital advise 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 ential. l.--Editor.
 c. Where and when was the last Eucharistic Congress of the Roman Catholic church held?
 A. At Sydney, Australia, in 1928.
 c. Were more automobiles soll tEis year than last?
 A. Judging from production fig urcs more automobiles were sold from January 1. 1929. to October l, 1929, than in the corresponding period of 1928. More automobiles were produced during the first nine months of 1929 than in the entire year of 1928.
 Q. Did the United States Gov crnmcnt ever issue gold half dollar?
 A. The smallest gold coins issued h, ho cd oto ;,, denomination of one dollar. Fifty cent gold coins were not issued by the United States government, but were California coins of d private issue.
 Q. Do the words Transportation" and "perspiration" mean the same :?
 A. Yes.
 A. How is the number Of board feet in lumber calculated?
 A. It is the product of the width iE feet or fractions of a foot by its length in feet, and it's thickness in inches.
 c. How large were the forces of the United States at the time of the Armistice and how many were in training in the United States.
 A. The overseas force approxi- mated 2,000,000 and there were 2,70O,0OO in training at home.
 c. Where IS the magazine Dog dom" published?
 A. Battle Creek. Michigan.
 c. How many people are killed each year blazing football?
 A. The average is between fif- teen and twenty.
 @. What is the world mile rec ord for a running horse?
 A. One minute s Is seconds. made by Caiman (American bred) at Lingfield Park Straight course) Surrey, England, July 13, 1900; The American record is 1 minute 34 seconds made by Sun Briar, Sara toga (ci-cular tracN) New York, September 12. 1928.
 Q. In whist can player call for a new deal if his hand contains no trump card?
 A. No.
 @. What is Asia Minor?
 A. The name was anciently ap- piled to the great western peninsula of Asia. between the Black Sea anl the Mediterranean.
 q, Has Iceland always been a part of Denmark?
 A. Iceland was an independent republic from 930 to 12G3, when 1t joined with Norway. The two came under Danish rule in 1881. When Norway separated from Denmark in 1874, Iceland remained under Den mark. In 1918 Denmark acknowl- edged Iceland as a sovereign state, united with Denmark only by the fact that the Danish king, Christian x, was also to be King of Iceland.
 c. What keeps the yolk of a
New Britain herald., 1929-11-25

The trolley company managers doubtless hope it will be hard win ter. the kind that will prevent pco- pie frcm walking with pleasure after they have been discouraged from using their cars. The trolley com pani,s nowadays are said to earn all their returns during only three months of the year, the other nine months merely giving them an op- portunty to wear out equipment.
New Britain herald., 1929-11-25
"Td give of my 9 lives for you.'
TRUTH IS MIGHTY AND SHALL
 PREVAIL,
By Rev. (. A. CrisWOId

I'S IAt\. t' A VI llSN Ill
 what {. place to l.ve.' thought the young reporter as he entered the little room partitioncd off at the back of the big pie factory.
 The day shift of piemakcrs was just going off and the night shift coming on. The latter gave evidence of being even noisi-r ran the for mer. The minCcmakcrs were chop ping away lustily. The pie founda- ton crews were shouting and strain in. over their heavy work. The upper-Crust riveters were beating a veritable devils tattoo above the hissng steam.
 The reporter glanced around the completely equipped bedroom and wondered again. He looked up to see before him the lady proprietor of the pie factory. That busy cXecu- tive greeted him.
 "Would you mind telling me who lives here in this room? ?" the re- porter asked.
 "I do-long enough to establish q residence" the lady proprietor de- Clared in a matter of-fact tone.
 "Why?"
 The lady proprietor pointed sim ply. The reporter followed the line indicated by her finger past the whirring machinery and the scores Of toilinG workers to the loading dock, where delivery cars were talk ing on tier after tier of pies. On each car was emblazoncd in gold let tcrS the legend: Home Made Pies!"
 :" Be it ever so humble " the lady proprietor began to quote soft ly.
 But the young reporter. minus one more illusion, had vanished into the night"
New Britain herald., 1929-11-25
GEORGES CLEMENCEAU

Georges ClemenCeau, released by death from severe suffering, belicy- ed it was written in the stars that he would at least live until his memoirs were completed He wanted in par ticular 10 counteract some Of the statements made in the memoirs Of Foch. He owed this debt, he believed. to posterity and the French nation.
 Not since the days of Napolean has there been such a forceful per sonality produced in France. After his defeat for the presidency of France in 1919, he retired from poli- tics. But such retirement did not mean q cessation oi activities. He continued his energetic daily tasks, retired at 2 ?. Tn. and arose at , a m. How different these hours are from hose popularly though enormously credited to the average upper class Frcnchman,
 One most easily remembers Clemenceau for his undertaking will to "see the war through to fin ish." His public career Of more than half a century terminated with the close Of this gigantic struggle. From first to last he was warrior bold. in the political arena, on the field of honor. and in national struggles, During the first three years of the World war he had criticized the policies ot the government in terms Of satire and phrases with sting. He saw the cabinets Of NhjanL Brand, Eibot and paiuleye falL and had hand in causing them 10 become hs- tory. After Painlcre came Clcmen- ccau as the war premier, and his ascent gave renewed hope and ,i igor to the ombattlod polms. He faced quite the same political opposition as he himself lad furnished on previous occasions, but he waged war on both the enemy and the pon- ticians at home and nothing bur ''victory" would satisfy.
 Although it was President Poin- care who called Clemcnccau to the premiership, the attitude these two had towards one another during such trying days mystlricd many observers. When making sarcastic remarks Clemenccau usually includ- ed ono for the president II is inn possible for AucrInans 10 under stand such personal discord in times Of stress. CT course, roncarc and Clemenccau became duly rcconciled at the Armistice. At that time there was nothing left 10 disg groG about.
 Clemenceau during his long poll,i- cal career was the wrccker Of more cabinets than any other Frcnchman. Most Of them he wrecked with trcnchant pen, for he vas an editor who believed newspapers existed at least in part to wield a strong poIItl- cal nfluorcc. To this day that is all important feature Of French journal ism One needs only to rc,ic" th' names Of the many journals with which CIcmenccau had been identi- fled 10 realize his confidence in the power Of the press. He used it with more effect than any man Of his time.
New Britain herald., 1929-11-25
THE BOOST SPIRIT IIEI.S PROSpIRIN

The booster spirit seems 10 be in the air throughout the nation. For what arc the Hoover conferences eX- ccpt manifestation Of the booster spirit in it's most exalted form? That they will stimulate trade and assist in stabilizing business is undisputed. The President. while sticking 10 his original thesis that the fundamentals Of American business remain sound.
New Britain herald., 1929-11-25

The call for improvements hay Ing gone out from Washington, it might not be q bad idea for the Board Of Education to begin making plans 10 construct few new school buildings next year. They also will count in Hoover prosperity.
New Britain herald., 1929-11-25

eleven. To the hardened cynic who holds himself aloof from the excite ments of football that may not mean much; but to the overwhelming ma jority living in the city there went up a thrill of satisfaction at another victory over the rivals in Hartford. If the boys from Hartford didn't go home with bowed heads they at least were well tanned.
New Britain herald., 1929-11-25
NOT IN THEIR LINE.

Tho dean of a small college was soliciting contributions. Meeting an old acquaintance on the train, he complained that he had not done very well in the last town.
 "Thc people of that town are said to be very wide-awakc," remarked the other.
 Perhaps that is why my proposi- ton failed to appeal. l am trying
New Britain herald., 1929-11-25
TREAT FOR TO 'NSPEOrLE!

Advertisement in country store
 Try our new Johnson's silk hose and be convinced that you should wear nothing else.
New Britain herald., 1929-11-25
OBt IOJS.

Courier: "I should like to ask why when eating pie, Your Majes- ty does not use q fork?
 King of italy Gin sub1ucd voicc) ]: "Nou sec. with luSsolini on the job. it is my only chance of getting a finger in the pic."
New Britain herald., 1929-11-25
OFF KEY!
By Stephanic Itiscl

By Stcphanie Fisch Daily duNns another day, l must up, to make my way. Though 1 dress and drink and eat. Move my fingers and my feet, Learn a little, here and there, Weep and laugh and sweat and
 swear,
 Hear q song, or watch a stage. Claim foe, or hail a friend Bed awaits me at the end. Though ] so in pride and strength, I'll come back 10 bed at length. Though l walk in blinded woe, Back to bed I'm bound to go. High my heart, or bowed my head, All my days but lead 10 bed. Ever back to bed again, Summer, winter, spring and fall I'm q fool to rise at ;ll.
New Britain herald., 1929-11-25

The time has arrived for the sports writers 10 begin selecting the mythical All-America teams, which never play but present an interesting appearance on paper.
New Britain herald., 1929-11-25

There is never any telling what Will happen in football. runs the eeI-worn saying, That Is why Har- ward defeated Yale.
New Britain herald., 1929-11-25
FELINE REMARK.

Mae: Gracious. but my face has a worn look this morning." Joyce: Yes, you've worn it so long, you know, dearie."
 Anne NJ. Dieter.
New Britain herald., 1929-11-25
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New Britain herald., 1929-11-25
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New Britain herald., 1929-11-25

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New Britain herald., 1929-11-25
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Dr. Fischer: You may take an alcohol rub, but don't drink any Patient: "Aw, don't rub it in, Doc!"
 -Roslyn Littell.
New Britain herald., 1929-11-25

Still, it's unnind to mention one hip-flash dinner given years ago if tIat was Wasiingto last sin.
New Britain herald., 1929-11-25

to get assistance in building a new dormitory.'
 s. William Harter. Copyright 1929. Reproduction
 Forbidden.
New Britain herald., 1929-11-25

You can tell a luxury from a necessity. Nobody is ashamed to do without q necessity.
New Britain herald., 1929-11-25
Facts undFancies
By Robert Quillcn

al arches are made to represent crossed Crutches.
New Britain herald., 1929-11-25

Protecting a man while he frsks others in Chicago is called graft. In Washington it is called tariff-mak- irg.
New Britain herald., 1929-11-25
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The oply profitable advertising medium Tn the City. Circulation books and press room always open 10 adletiset.
New Britain herald., 1929-11-25

At Oimekon. q district in northern Siberia, q. temperature of 90 de- been found.
New Britain herald., 1929-11-25
AND ITS MORE NEEDED, TOO,

In acroplanes they seek the pole, We wouldn't, though, to save ou
 soul, Tn chccro- planes we'd rather try Exploring grouCheS nearer by!
New Britain herald., 1929-11-25
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