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New Britain herald., 1929-03-05
ended his life by taking poison in E.

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 c. When was Virgil born? A. He was born at Mantua, Oc- tober Is. year 70 5. C. under con. sulship of Pompcy and Crassus. c. How can corochet baskets be made stiff?
 A. Add four teaspoons of sugar to a scant half cup of water and let boil until stiff. Dip the basket in this and when thoroughly soaked press out as much of the liquid as possible. While still wet fit glass dish of suitable shape into it and hang up. and pat sticks from ,an He to handle, and more sticks in t"e opposite direction until the basket is shaped. Let stand until dry.
 c. How large is a whale?
 A. The southern finback whale is the largest species of mammal on earth. and some are 1G0 feet long and welsh about 70 tons.
 .. What is the area of Europe {? A. 3,s72.5G1 square miles.
 c. Are there any stars larger than our sun?
 A. Many stars are larger than our sun. which is comparatively insignificant star.
 e. For how long did Thomas R. Marshall hold offices as vice. pres ident of the United States?
 A. From 1913 10 1921; through out both terms of President Wilson.
New Britain herald., 1929-03-05
roo MUCH HASTE IN LEGISLATIVE HEARINGS

It has become evident during the tendency to be too hasty with the judiciary hearings at the state api- tol. The hearings have been well at tended; the crowds have damned the place to the doors. During the hear ing on Senator Christ's birth control measure many had to remain outside the doors; and a similar condition was noted during the hearing upon the Hartford judgeship.
 The old Senate chamber is too small to accommodate all the people interested ln an important bill, or even all those who wish to speak or vote upon it, as is the custom, That more room must be provided is self evident If disappointment is not to be quite general during these hear ings-
 Early in the session Governor Trumbull advocated quicker action by the Legislature IL appears that the Judiciary committee IS conform rg 10 the Governors wishes by cut ling even it's important hearings as short as possible. II is doubtful neither this is a good plan.
 It has been the tradition Of the state that everybody has a right to be heard on any bill under consider ation, and # is the duty of the legis- iators on any committee to listen as long as the speaker does not repeat himself. does not make nuisance Of himself, or does not speak irreleyantly. It often happens that citizens are prevented from speaking upon a bill. due 10 lack of room for their accommodation. and by the fact that the hearings are cut short in conformity with this modern eff Ciency met bod that is projecting it's worthless presence into the conduct of such hearings
 Citizens of the state do Tot crave
New Britain herald., 1929-03-05
25 Fears Ago Today

The odd Fellows of New Britain had a big night las night when they dedicated their new hall in the John A. Andrews building. Members Of the grand lodge and of the grand cncampmcnt and representatives of the national body united with the subordinate lodge of this city. the encampment, and Stella Rebekah in the ceremonies. which were quite the most impressive that have been held under Odd Fellow auspices in this city. The hall was turned over by Fred A. Vergason Of the joint com mittee Of the subordinate lodges.
 An organization known as the New Britain Ice Corp was formed in this city yesterday. so as 10 handle wood and coal later These officers were elected: President, F. F. Ehod 2s; secretary treasurer. M l.. Rhodes uianager. E. F. Perry: sgn' rilfen1
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New Britain herald., 1929-03-05

stone & Ice Co.,. Frank H. Ward, and the Glenw ood Spring Ice Co. Grand Worthy Templar John Sloan, Jr., celebrated the 25th an- nt>ersary of his utilization with Phoenix temple last night. and out of-town lodges were invited to the ceremonies in observance Of the event. Worthy Treasurer w. J. Rawlings was present.
 The following officers have been elected by the w. c. T. U.: Presi dent, Mrs. Elizabeth s. Atkinson: vice president. Mrs. S. H. Wool; recording secretary. Mrs. Anson A.. Mills
 The following merchants have agreed not to use any trading stamps: Globe Clothing House. NJ. (. Levitt. $. H. Wood, NJ. P. Leghorn, Porter X Dyson, William Cow!ishaw Russell Bros. J. NJ. Curtin. John A. Andrews & Co. R. C. Porter Sons. n. McMillan. Pullar X Niven. Her bert l.. Mills, George Rapelye. Rack life Bros. &, O.. City Coal < Wool Co. New Britain Lumber X Coal O., Charles F. McEnroe, A. r. Marsh, M. !. kenney < Co.,, and John Boyle Co.
New Britain herald., 1929-03-05
QUESTIONS ANSWERED

l You can get an answer to any i question of fact or information hy writing to the Question Editor. New Britain Herald. Washington Bureau 1922 New York avenue. Washington | D. C., enclosing two cents in stamp for reply. MedIcal. legal and marital advice cannot be given, nor can ex- tended resea rch be undertaken. All other questions will receive a per- sonal reply. Unsigned requests can- not be answered. All letters are conidential.-Edi
 Q. Who is the American Consul General in Polando
 A. Felix Cole. and his address is American Consulate General, Warsaw. Poland.
 Q. What parts did Maria Corda and Thelma Todd play in the nov ing picture. The Private Life Of Helen of Troy?"
 A. Maria Cor1a portrayed Helen. but Thellna Todd did not appear In that picture.
 Q. Has the assassin Of President elect Alvaro Obregon of Mexico been executed?
 A. He was 'xecuted by a firing squad, February 9. 1929
 e. Which IS the largest planet
 A. Jupiter. lt has a diameter Of approximately $500 miles.
 c. What is the nome address or Courtney Rylev Cooper, author or the motion picture Weary River"
 A. Idaho Springs. Idaho.
 @, Does wind affect temper a'ureH
 A. The temperature Of the air at any given moment is not affect cd by the blowing of the wind. But evaporation of moisture and dissipa- tion of heat energy of a body is hastencd by the effect Of air blow ing upon the body. increasing the rapidity Of it's action. In warm weather an individual feels" cool CT when a breeze strikes him, be- cause dissipation of heat from his body is accelerated; similarly in cold weather. he feels" colder beca use air blowing upon him dissipates his body heat. Winds blowing over heated areas toward colder areas will gradually warm the colder area: and vice versa, but wind. buoWing upon a thermometer will not affect it unless the wind is bringing a current of colder or warmer air against the instrument.
 Q. What does the Latin phrase "Anno Iucis" mean?
 A. In the year Of light.
 O. Who are the members of the United States Civil Service Commis- sion and how long is their term Of office?
 A. The members of the Commis- sion are William C. Deming. presi- dent: George R. Wales and Jessie Dell. They serve at the pleasure of the President of the United States by whom they are appointed sub ject to confirmation by the Senate.
 Q. What is Sociology.
 A. The science of society, con- pretending analysis and classified ton of social facts, scientific de- scription and hist tory Of society, and explanation of society in terms of simpler phenomena.
 c. Who was Demosthenes7
 A. A famous Greek orator who
New Britain herald., 1929-03-05
Troop 1 Completes
 Its Officers Ranks

The appointment of Merton J. Clark of Ridgewood avenue as assistant scoutInaster of Boy Scout Troop 1. located at the First Con- crcgational church. gives that troop once more it's full complement Of coInms ssioned officers and carries on the troop tradition Of supplying it's officers from it's own ranks. Mir. Clark has been member of Troop for about seven years, For two years he was d patrol leader and for the past year he has served as senior patrol leader His work in promot- ing the troops shows and similar activities has been outstanding. while he has been Troop 4's friction fire maker and first aid expert in coun- cil competition for several years.
 William A. Baker has been pro- noted to take Ciark's place az senior patrol leader. Baker having been III the troop for five years and having won his eagle badge and silver palm. His position as leader of the Ptero- ,lactN patrol will be filled by As sistant Patro, Leader Richard Hube. who has been . scout only'a "a little more than year but has advanced r-,pidly in that brief time.
 The troops commissioned officers. ni her than Clark. are Scoutinasf. r kernet F Parker and Assista nf Scolltinastpr Euclid V. Hartung.
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New Britain herald., 1929-03-05
Stimson Laves Japan
 To Take Cabinet Post

Yokohama. Japan. March ! C@l-- Colonel Henry l.. Stimson. who ,s the secretary Of state in the cabinet of President Hoover, left here i is afternoon aboard the steamship President Pierce for the United States.
 Colonel Stimson. who is retiring as governor of the Philippines. re- ceived the news of President Hoov- CTS inauguration just before he left Tokyo. He said he was unable to comment on matters of foreign policy at present that he believed l's personal contact with such men as c. T. Wang, foreign minister of the Chinese nationalist government, Baron Tanaka, Japanese premier. and Naval Minister Okada would prove valuable in his new duties.
 He said this year in the Philip. pines had done much to restore confidence between tho Washington government and tho Filipinos. Az . consequence he added. agitation for independence has virtually disap. peared.
New Britain herald., 1929-03-05
IDIOTS
By E. J. Goodhart


 "Run along now, you bad, bad dog. How dare you come around here when l have repeatedly told YOU to stay away? We'll. what have you got to say fer yourself? Answer me, do you hear?'
 "Hoitense. love you. Will y, be my Hife?'
 "Let me have one bottle Of Presto Hair-Grower and a couple of boxes of Ponce de Leon pills
 "Lav on her. ol' hoy, Right over the Coca Cola ad,! Oh you Babe Oh you Bambino'
 You say they are going 10 play D'Indy tonight? How lovely"
 VI
 Look, Nell, This little coupon, Wait, III read 1t to you:
 Look. Mary, This little coupon' DO you remember three years ago. N hen l was nothing but discon- tented, underpaid shipping clerk. how you pointed it out 10 me one evening, saying: "Dick. here's just he thing for you. Listen: Learn by mail how 10 be"ome an expert Arch itect, Ambassador. Aviator. Account ant. Bricklayer. Bootleeger, Banker etct, etc. etc. e1c. 1NTERt RBAN CORRESPONDENTS SCHOOLS. Why don't you try Dick? know you would succeed"
 That very night ] mailed the cou- pon. That was my start. Look al me today.-president of my com pany. l could give no ambitious man, young or old, better advice that 10 sign this little coupon and mail ii to the INTER- URBAN COR- RESPON DENcE SCHOOLS, at once. NOW!
 "Quick. Nell. get me a pen and some ink, I'm- going to mail that coupon at once. NOW.'
New Britain herald., 1929-03-05
Observations On He Weather

! Washington. March 5.-Forecast for Southern New England: Rain on the coast, and rain or snow in the interior tonight, probably clear ing Wednesday morning; colder to- night, and in cast portion Wednes- day: increasing east and northeast winds. possibly reaching gale force, and shifting to northwest late to- night.
 Forecast for Eastern New York: Rain and colder in north and cen- tral portions tonight: Wednesday fair; increasing east and northeast winds shifting to northwest and reaching gale force tonight.
 Conditions: The extended system of low pressure that was over the interior districts yesterday moved slowly eastward toward the Atlantic coast and appears this morning with principal center over Tennessee, Knoxville 29.26 inches. and a sec- ondary center south Of the Southern New England coast, Block Island 2944 inches. Rain continues in the Atlantic states from Florida to Maine and westward to the Appa- lachian regions. Temperatures are lower in the Ohio valley and ad- iacent western districts. A disturb ancc in the Canadian northwest. Calgary o9.24 inches, is increasing in intensity and is oversprcading the northern plains states It is at- tended by rising temperatures over the Central Rocky mountain dis tricts and is followed by much lower temperatures in the far Canadian northwest.
 Conditions favor for this vicinity rain followed by clearing and slight ly colder.
 TcmDCratureS yesterday.
New Britain herald., 1929-03-05
VyI,OraI,,,ISs

Florian; How come. Eastus, dat 'busk' peans money Eastus: Easy. Any fool cullod man knows dat Buck goes wit 'doe'."
 J. P. harston
New Britain herald., 1929-03-05
Badly nda1led
 varicose Veins
Relieved and Reduced by Simple Home Treatment That Must Give
 Relief or Money Back

No sensible person will continue to suffer from dangerous s .olleA veins or punches when the new powerful yet harmless germicide called Moone's Emerald Oil can readily be obtained at any well stocked drug store.
 Ask for two-ounce original bot tie of MOOne's Emerald Oil fu.l strength and refuse substitutes Use as directed and in a few days improvement will be noticed. then continue until the swollen veins arc reduced to normal. IL is guaranteed and is so powerful that even o,l chronic cases Of running sores .r ulcers are often speedil.' heat !. Fair Drug Dept. is selling lots of t.
New Britain herald., 1929-03-05
BRooMs FOR FIRE FIGHTING

Midland, Texas. March s (CP)- A bix of brooms have been pur- chased by Midland citizens. but the implements will not be used to clean up the town.
 Tho brooms have bsen placed in conspicuous place and are marked For Fire Only"
 In event of | prairie drs every citizen grabs broom and starts for the scene. sweeping out the fire.
New Britain herald., 1929-03-05
Caution!

l usually make no objection to 3 girls fathrr no matter what his oc equation is. But I will have nothing 10 do with a girl whose father is q minister.
 Such a parent would fill me with fear.
 If Nn were sitting in the lounE. together, his daughter and ], he might slip in qu1etly and marry us before l could eNpostulate.
New Britain herald., 1929-03-05
Nr.n,ss,s AuJit 1Sureau ut Circulation

Tue A B L. 10 a national 0 saHIzaNou which furnishes neNspapett and auteI- sere ~lth a strictly nouest anaiYsls oi circulation Out circutatt"n tatst'cs Ate based upon tho audit Ihis tnsuies pio tecttou asslust 'Isud in newspaper ds trihution figures 10 both national ani local aGVertiser.-
New Britain herald., 1929-03-05
ns,.,.s, n, fine A.>nciatrd pr,,l

The <>u> ,ated Press lh eAClusi\eIy on titled to the use toI pubII' atiun oi all uews credited to fl oi not uih.l")sr cre,iued iu thus paper and sso !ota news published therein.
New Britain herald., 1929-03-05
TOtai Blank!

Employer: "lirst of all, you've got to make out blank. Do you know what blank is, Madam "'
 Applicant for Job: T ought to. married one."
New Britain herald., 1929-03-05
Tue Insult:

Her skirts ended three inches Hers Of optnsork slik.
 Her little pink 'oque was perched on one ear.
New Britain herald., 1929-03-05

The felalt ia on sale d7'lS in New York at hotali Newsstand. Times SQuate. SchultZ's Newsstanda. Entrance Grand Central, +ouc Street
New Britain herald., 1929-03-05

An old maidIis one who rcsents t. A "bachelor girl' is one who has sense enough 10 know when shes well off.
New Britain herald., 1929-03-05

urge 10 denounce the intolerance of
 a narrow minded world.
New Britain herald., 1929-03-05

The only profitable advertising medium In the City Circulation books anc pie>s roum aiuays open 10 adteruseIA
New Britain herald., 1929-03-05

Women love more than men. Imagine man piedging himself 10 say Gimme" for life.
New Britain herald., 1929-03-05
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Send all communication to Fun Shop tAtlfaF. care Of the New Britain Herakl, and your iettes will be fDrwarled to New YOr2
Just the Difference Of a Letter!

Milady seeks her beauty shop These days as fast as she can hop, She does not fear the Ides Of March But dreads the wind-tanned hides
 Of March,
New Britain herald., 1929-03-05

Entered at the Post once al New bt1talh
 as Secouo Claas MaIl Matter.
New Britain herald., 1929-03-05

A moments pause; then Dr. Chase
 A man of action, yirile, strong, ENclaims in tones that fill the place: "A berry says the guys is wrong"
New Britain herald., 1929-03-05

Correct this sentence; T despise our new preacher said Brown. but I'm too big 10 let that affect my contributions 10 the church"
 Copyright 1929. Publishers Syndicate
New Britain herald., 1929-03-05
G. .:~ 1A E'

The danger in being dignif1ed ] that so few people can tell the dl' terence between that and sulking.
New Britain herald., 1929-03-05
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SUBSCRIPTION RATES
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tsaued Daily Sunday E1cepted) At hsiald Bldg. q Church Street
New Britain herald., 1929-03-05

Unusual types. below and above the normal, matter little, There are higher-ups and the low down but the average man is on the level.
New Britain herald., 1929-03-05

 that so few people can tell the dl'- terence between tha. and sulking. Hell won't be so bad. Construc- ion work was done long ago. and there won't be any electric riNeting Government has a "conscicnce und," So, for that matter, has the average church-but nothing is said about It.
 Nothing much happens when p"o- pie spend more than they mak" The grocer just makes up the loss ny chargvg cash customers little more.
 AmorIcanism; Observing gentle man who is trying 10 avoid a vulgar scene: thinking him afflicted wi'n cold feet.
 What's the use? If you have scnse though 10 earn two or three cars, YOU have sense enough to walk for exercise.
 Still, man sucker though 10 marry q gold digger would be trim med by somebody else if he didn't pay alimony.
 The bride. Scene l Thank my stars; I'll never have 10 work any more" Scene 9; T wish l had some spending money Of my own. :
New Britain herald., 1929-03-05

If money means success, let us grave on the tombstone: He left seS3.6401e
New Britain herald., 1929-03-05
T wish [ had my winter

T wish [ had my winter feathers tNIt Of pawn"
 lsaisOs d'Etrr! Gordon: T used to be a school teacher" Haines: No. How did you like it?" Gordon; Terrible job. was sit- ting on pins and needles all the time"
 -E. A. Larger
New Britain herald., 1929-03-05

Then Harper, captain of finance, Who talks in measured tones and
 slow.
 With just twinkle in his glance Replies: T got you faded, bo.'
New Britain herald., 1929-03-05

Her face was powdered. her eye lashes smeared with cosmetic. and her lips rubily rouged.
 'Officer." she said. T want you to arrest that man! He's been star ing at me for five minutes!"
New Britain herald., 1929-03-05

Having to take an upper because The big hotels have taken all tn" lowers is enough 10 make anybo |. an enemy O. berth control.
New Britain herald., 1929-03-05

TELEPHONY CALLS
 Business OttiVs .-... s"s Editorial koolns .... s.o
New Britain herald., 1929-03-05

Hell won't be so bad Construc- ton work was done long ago, and here won't be any electric riNeting
New Britain herald., 1929-03-05

How 10 become an intellectual Well, you call one Of them a great thinker. and then he calls you j great thinker, and there you are.
New Britain herald., 1929-03-05

S. GO rhres Months
 7ac Mont.
New Britain herald., 1929-03-05
Facts and dFancies

All free man asks is equality with the right people.
New Britain herald., 1929-03-05

II would be interesting 10 know at iGst what stage Methus.iah got new lease on life by having his tonsils and appendix removed
New Britain herald., 1929-03-05

The ideal servant is one with brains enough 10 do everything bet fer than you can and foolish enough 10 work for less than you would.
New Britain herald., 1929-03-05

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New Britain herald., 1929-03-05
THE FEAST OF REASON

Ny THnkIIN NOETI Of voman's charm the sages speak, The joy that passes human ken. But when my toi is OCT l seek The raro companionship of men, The dav is done. the lamp Is lit. All cares and troubles are as
 nsught,
 We revei in each others wit. The flash of stimulating thought There's Robinson. sedate. austere. Whose wit is as razor keen, In sharp, inCiSiye tones and clear He says: Well, boys, I'll shoot q
 bean"
New Britain herald., 1929-03-05
Modern Way!

"OOC1U "WE9 Miss Borden: Il don't know what 10 do. I love two men. They have both proposed and I don't know which one to accept" Mrs. Greene: Silly girl! You're young yet: you've got plenty oi time to marry them both."
 Charles NJ. Nichols (Copyright 1929. Reproduction
 Forbidden)
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WOMAN, HAVING GOVERNMENT POSI-
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PERsONAL.

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