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New Britain herald., 1930-03-10

The victorious 1929 Schneider trophy seaplane of England, in flying nearly 6 miles per minute, or 360 miles an hour. would reach it's ob- jectire more quickly than would a Howitzcr shell.
New Britain herald., 1930-03-10
ICONGRESS HEARS
 0F LAMONT PLAN
Seven Billion Dollar Program to
 Be Investigated Soon

Washington. March 10 CPi-Con- gressional leaders today scanned the plans by Secretary Lamont for speeding up" a S7.O0O,000.0 .000 pro- gram for public and private con- struction in 1880 as a means of les sening unemployment.
 Within two days a senatorial con- mittec will initiate an investigation of these same unemployment condi- tons in hearings on bills to establish federal employment agencies and to set up an advance employment plan ming program.
 The commerce secretary last night detailed a gigantic expansion of work by the federal, state, municipal and private industrial organiza tions and reported proposed expenditure of moro than one billion dollars for public works in New York, Pennsyl- vania and Ohio alone.
 Public Utilities Plans
 Public utilities will spend S3,50O.- 100000, he said, and have already pushed their program to such an eX- tent that construction expenditures for the first quarter of the present year represent q l2 per cent increase over the same period of 1929.
 The call sent out for an accelera- ton of federal construction cNpendi- lures has already been acted upon. the secretary continued, adding that bids on ten Of the larger public of s7,000,00O, would be opened this
New Britain herald., 1930-03-10

adopted.
 The proposals were ads anc4d by the national committee against ricc- hol, Of which Dr. Itafaci Silva, q public health official here. q chair man. The plans were submitted hy make Mexico dry.
New Britain herald., 1930-10-16
TOO MUCH UNCERTAINTY

From~now on we intend to write no more pieces relating to the Mayors loan plan until the thing is finally settled. Every day has seen something different crop up in this loan business, and as long as the practice at City Hall is to overlook some technicality and discover the error at the last moment, we intend to wait until all errors have been made, all questions decided, and the loan specifically, completely and de1- nitely tloated.
 Obviously, in common with the remainder of our citizenship, we in- tend to chuckle little; but this is a free country and there is always room for one more laugh.
New Britain herald., 1930-10-16
25 Fears Ago Today

Ahe independent coal dealers are giving the regular established deal CTS plenty of trouble by their low prices.
 New Britain entries captured many of the horse races held at Newton's track in Plainville yester- day.
 A COW stepped on the third rail yesterday and was instantly killed. The animal short circuited the sys- tenn and the cars were held up for q while.
 A young swain started out to make a social call yesterday with a horse and team hired at one of the local livery stables. For some unknown reason the horse suddenly dropped dead.
 The adjourned town meeting will De held tomorrow evening in Turn. CT hall. It is possible that the tax rate will be established at this time.
 John Riley was elected president of the Tabs drum corps at a meet ing held yesterday. Peter McCrann was appointed first fife sergeant.
New Britain herald., 1930-10-16
IMPROVING HIGHWAYS A BOOMING INDUSTRY

Road building is not only one of the nations greatest industries, but it has been one of our most rapidly expanding industries
 More and better highways is a phrase that has been taken as matter of course. Few have taken the time, perhaps, to reflect long upon what this universal urge throughout the nation has meant.
 When the World War started, in 1914, there were 2,445,7s1 miles of roads in the United States, and of this mileage only 10 1-2 per cent was surfaced.
 On January 1, 1880, there were 3,O24.233 miles, an increase over 1914 of almost 25 per cent.
 And of the 1880 mileage, 22 per cent was surfaced.
 Since 1916 the surfaced mileage increased 130 per cent
 In 1915, 6 per cent of state ex- penditures throughout the Nation were upon highways.
 In 1928, the last year for which the Government has compiled such expenditures, the states spent IT per cent of their total outlay for the roads.
 Some of the states have gone heavily into debt to provide improv- ed highways for the present genera ton. Others, like Connecticut, claim to be more conservative. But every state hearkens to the demands of it's citizens for smooth highways and no state have constructed enough of them to satisfy the popular demand.
 In Connecticut the demand of the moment is for the improvement of dirt roads which are not part of the state highway system. The cam paign is vigorous. and it is proba ble that the next Legislature will be forced to take such action. While this demand crystallizes into organ | ized efforts the demand for the con- struction of more main highways continues with unabated fury. Economy is a watchword in nearly everything except the construction of highways. Nobody, it seems, is remotely of the opinion that curtail- ment in road expenditure is neces- sary. And no doubt 1t isn't In an age when a large percentage of the population is on tires most of the time good roads are as necessary as gasoline or oil
New Britain herald., 1930-10-16
ASSESSMENT EQUALIZATION
 CONTINUES SEDATELY

Having at it's very beginning de- cided that the business of equalizing property throughout the city for assessment purposes was to be done in secret 50 as to avoid the disturb ance of objectors or critics before the job was finished, or for some similar reason, the Mayors commit tee is presumably proceeding toward that final consummation which the Mayor promised in his campaign.
 When the final assessments are ready to be preached, there possibly can be hearings given to those who are dissatisfied with their assess ments.
 Sometimes we wonder, too, whether there will be any more sat- isfaction then than there has been the past few years
 Assessment of property is an ex- ceedingly important function of the governing authorities; but so long as there always are folks who wish to obtain an advantage over others if they can-there will scarcely ever be such a thing as 100 per cent sat- isfaction over an assessm ent.
 The ideal method would have been to employ out -of-town apprais- CTS, they to appraise the value of property according to scientific prin- ciples. Mayor Quigley elected not to do this. proba bly on the score of saving the money that the employ ment of outside appraisers would en- tail. We didn't think then. and do not think now. that the system Of utilizing d local committee in the long run will be as satisfactory.
 Assessments are peculiar. too, in
 
 perty owners under varying circuln- stances, In some cities it has hap l pened that where certain classes of | homes have been over-assessed 1t was accepted as providing proof of | their 'value," so that when oppor- l fo lct l.. CT price could be procured. Such an attitude was said to be far from common during the imitation period and is explained upon the thesis that many people. when they own real estate, are as much interested in q speculation as in place 10 reside.
 If all the truth must be told,
New Britain herald., 1930-10-16
THE FUNNY SCHOOL DESK
 EPISODE

It is safe to assume that the next time prying eyes find discarded school desks, sold for 10 cents each or given away, reasonable restraint will be exercised and an investiga- tion made before the Mayor or any other public official allows himself to make sweeping charges regarding the alleged "extravagance" of the school board.
 A moments thought by the Mayor, when apprised of the discarded desks, would have told him that the safest thing, before making an ex- pose, was to confirm whether the school board really had sold the desks. Such telephone conversation would have taken only few min- utes. Chairman Patrick King of the board could have given the answer forthwith.
 The fact that the desks were stored in the Camp school, which is operated by the state, might have furnished the Mayor with a clue for caution. These state operated schools are different from the city's schools. They don't figure in the school boards deliberations. Anything smoked out on such premises needs to be determined whether the city or the state is responsible.
 The desks, from the old state normal school, belonged to the state and were stored in the Camp school until sold for song. If the Mayor still remains intent upon insisting money was wasted by somebody he has an excellent opportunity to pitch into the state department of educa- tion, which is part of the Republican state administration, or find fault with Dr. Welte, agent for the sale.
 There Is more than just a laugh in this matter. The method followed is indicative of the eagerness with which small things are seized upon for the manufacture of political mountains. It happens right along.
New Britain herald., 1930-10-16
FARM BOARD FAILURE

Nothing is quite as popular and as widely indulged in at present as throwing brickbats at the Federal Farm Board.
 This much advertised method of relieving the agricultural situation without question has been the most resounding failure of the Hoover ad- ministration. There has been no re- lief in sight, prices have declined to the lowest ebb in generation, and all the board has been able to do has been to buy some wheat and cotton, hold it vainly in elevators. and give advice to farmers as they watched the national spectacle with open-mouthed wonder.
 Telling the farmers 10 plant less acreage seems likely to find few takers because the average farmer is of the opinion that when prices are low he can make up for the deficit by producing a larger crop. He is one of the most individualistic Of citizens, and though the co-opera- tives may obey the advice. more or less, the millions of independents will do what they please If they think it will prevent them from go- ing broke.
 Senator Borah the other day made strong statements about what he would do in Congress in the future. He is at war with the farm relief program, and insists that the prin- ciples of the old McNary- Haugen bill with the debenture system are the only things that will apply.
 And with the House likely to so into the hands of the Democrats and Insurgents, 1t is possible that in the next Congress, when a similar de- benture bill Is passed there will be a sufficient majority to pass it over President Hoover's veto.
 That. in our opinion, Is the out look in the next few years Scarcely q farmer west of the Allegheny mountains thinks the present species of farm relief is worth any more than copper penny.
New Britain herald., 1930-10-16
Observations On, Me Weather

Washington, Oct. 16.-Forecast for Southern New England: Partly cloudy tonight; Friday increasing cloudiness; slightly warmer ip northern Massachusetts. Moderate northeast winds becoming variable.
 Forecast for Eastern New York: Partly cloudy: not quite so cool in north and west central portions to- night; Friday increasing cloudiness followed by showers in afternoon or at night in central and north por- tions; moderate northwest winds to- night shifting to southwest on Fri day.
 Forecast for New Haven and vicinity: Fair tonight; Friday cloudy.
 Conditions: The storm that was off the New Jersey coast yesterday morning has moved northeastward and is central off Nantucket. It caused rains in New England and eastern New York, heavy in eastern Massachusetts where Boston report ed 3.S6 inches.
 A crescent shaped area of low pressure extends from the Pacific southeastward to Duluth and thence southward to Oklahoma.
 Conditions favor for this vicinity fair weather followed by cloudy.
New Britain herald., 1930-10-16
NEW ITALIAN MINISTER
 TO BE RECEPTION GUEST
Rev. Natale Ricciar1i and Wife to Be Welcomed to New Britain
 This Evening

This evening at 7:3O o'clock a reception will be held in the chapel of South Congregational church in honor of the Rev. and Mrs. Natale Ricciardi, who recently came to New Britain from Maine to work among the Italian people in the church and Hunter road mission. The church and the two Italian missions are uniting in the reception to Mir. and Mrs. Ricciardi, and a program for the evening is being sponsored by Rev. T. S. Dunn, associate minister, and Miss Caroline E. Bartlett. su- perintendent of the Italian mission work. A service of anthems and music Is to be offered by the com bired choirs of the church and Hunter road missions under the di- rcction of Miss Constance Taylor. Motion pictures will be presented as part of the program.
 The welcome to MT. and Mrs. Ricciardi will be extended by Rev. Dr. George w. c. Hill, pastor of the church, and will be followed by a reception in the dining room when the congregation will meet the new workers informally. Refreshments will be served.
New Britain herald., 1930-10-16
A GREAT NEW ENGLAND PLANT


 Construction of factory at Fitch burg, Mass. without windows is no doubt an interesting development in- dicating the possibilities inherent in the use of modern interior lighting designed to provide artificial day. light. But what is equally important is that during an era when one hears much of the trend of industry from New England to the South here is a firm which will expend s1,500,O0O on a new factory to ex- tend over several city blocks, and this right in the heart of New Eng land.
 Thus the challenge that a pre- ponderating number of New England plants are not modern, lacking the light and equipment necessary for modern production, is met with the construction of one of the most modern plants anywhere.
 Of course, the plant is not being erected to manufacture textiles, or any of the other products that cause manufacturers to complain. The plant will make saws, and thus comes under the classification of the metals industry. This industry in New England, which Is we'll repre- scented in Connecticut, is likely to stay and prosper. And the present slump will not last forever.
New Britain herald., 1930-10-16
WELFARE NEEDS

An official report the other day stated that SO far the Mayors Christmas fund for the unemployed had totalled less than s2,00O, not counting the amount contribut- ed by the employees of bank.
 The Mayor. when he started this fund, thought highly of it and there was high anticipation. Had a large amount been secured, 1t would have been heralded far and wide as d magnificent indication of what the Mayor of city, with determination and original methods, could do in an emergency to whip up enthusiasm for | project.
 From the start we looked at this matter with misgvings. Having q newspaper mans knowledge of hu. man nature, we could not understand how such a fund would amount to much. But We had no objection 10 the matter being tried. We also thought that the Mayor, just having recovered from an illness, should not attempt the extra work of fund . raising: that it has given him plenty of work and perhaps a little worry we have no doubt.
 All the money that will be needed for the welfare department will be provided, and as yet we have met no taxpayer with nerve enough tc claim money from the city's strong box should not be devoted to such a purpose.
 There was never any doubt, there
New Britain herald., 1930-10-16

President Hoover looks by his pie lures to weigh considerably more than 1s7 pounds. But perhaps the current pictorial offerings have all been taken some time ago or they tend to make him look stouter than he really is. Incidentally there is food for thought in the trials and tribulations of a President in the announcement that the President speedily lost weight after taking up his duties aS l has never regained his former obesity.
New Britain herald., 1930-10-16
Princess Goes to Rome
 Awaiting Royal Wedding

Sofia, Bulgaria. Oct. 16 LP,-The Princess EudoXia, sister of King Boris. left today for Rome on the Orient express. Prince Cyril, broth- CT of the king, is remaining here in order to direct certain preparations for King Boris and his bride, the Princess Giovanna of Italy, when they arrive here after their wedding.
 Unconfirmed rumors were current in Varna that King Ferdinand had reached that city, travelling from Routstchouk. by way of Rumania. and probably would be present at the wedding in Assist Oct. 25. Off, clal circles denied the reports.
New Britain herald., 1930-10-16

From this 1t is to be deduced there has been a distinct falling off in the per capita consumption of both matted liquor and distilled spirits. and a considerable increase in the consumption of wine.
 If this were all Prohibition could be considered as having shown sub. stantial reduction in the consumption of beer and whiskey.
 But it is a widely known fact that by the time distilled spirits reach present-day consumers it is atro- ciously "cut." One gallon of fire water is forced to do for three ir. what is being sold. The difference is made up with what the liquor racketeers happen to put into the stuff as substitutes. This Is said to range all the way from outright poison to axle grease.
 The government estimate of dis titled liquor per capita being con- sumed may be too low; but assuming it is correct, one must multiply the .61 by 5 to gain an approximate conception of the actual amount of whiskey or what passes for it which is manufactured out of the original .61 gallons per capita. This amounts to 1.SS; which is higher rate than in 1910.
 This may be merely one way oi figuring; but it is probably as eccur- ate as the estimates produced b the Prohibition Bureau.
New Britain herald., 1930-10-16

It is now definitely stated that MT. Rogers refuses to so into public de- bates with Dean Cross, believing his statement on the issues sufficient. It should not be considered sufficient. These two men should by all means appear in public debate on the same platform. MT. Rogers should have sufficient confidence in himself and his party's stand on public issues to seek. rather than dodge, such de- bates.
New Britain herald., 1930-10-16
Child's Mysterious Death
 Blamed on Unripe Grapes

Rochester, N. H., Oct. l6 (UP)- The death- of Victor Canney. 8, yes- terday at the Fisbie Memorial hos pital, of mysterious disease which other children here recently is be- lieved to have been caused by the eating of wild unripe grapes.
 Dr. Charles Eaver of the state beard of health, who investigated the deaths, expressed this opinion after Canney's death had been re- corded as caused by gastro enteritis. Marvin Canney. s, brother Of the latest victim. was the first of the four to die.
New Britain herald., 1930-10-16
Chewing Gum Industry
 Clings to Its Profits

Chicago, Oct. 16 R-The chewing gum industry has shown no ill-ef. fects in the current economic de- pression.
 The third quarterly statement for the William Wrgley, Jr., company of Chicago showed a net profit for the three months ended September 30 of sS.396.164, as compared with s3.332,923 for the same period of 1929. Net income for nine months ended September 20 was s9,053,046 and it was sS.534,943 for that part Of 1929. Gross income for the last three months was s5,Ss2,222 and the last nine months sl6,236,022.
New Britain herald., 1930-10-16

some of the trouble in New Britain has been due to the desire to specu- late and the fact that the speculation failed to turn out as had been hop ed. It is then that taxes begin 10 hurt; but no worse than the carry ing charges on the original trans action.
New Britain herald., 1930-10-16


 6 Life, liberty and the pursuit of pedestrians. The hard part will be a reconcili- ation to form the united appetites Of Europe.
 Runt golf: A timely and excel lent alibi for the producer of bum pictures.
 This cheek k-to-cheek dancing should be condemned, if only for the effect it has had on prize fight ing.
 But if you don't play contract bridge you are sunk, anyway, and there's no gargle for that.
 The classics are books that inn prove your mind in fifteen minutes it you can stay awake that long.
 Republics aren't so ungrateful. You never see bronze of a popu- lar hero in plus fours.
 You'll notice, however, that a passion for liberty never is satisfied until 1t gets chains on the old boss.
 That New York banker who says Russian propaganda is the bane of his existence probably means the Brisbane. Americanism: Deciding to uplift our moral interiors; seeing red when others make the same decision concerning us. Don't cuss the straddling politi- clan unless you are quite sure your own opinions aren't affected by those of your boss. Now that Will Rogers has provid- ed losers cup for Lipton, maybe he will collect a few shirts for those who tried to beat Wall Street. Archaeologists have found an up- right skeleton. the arms extended, palms lip. Doubtless an ancient winter resort. Poise is the quality that enables you to be nonchalant when your grocer passes while you are paying for gas.
 Nobody knows how dry I am" is still a good line for politicians. But the next line is no longer true.
 Some people outgrow the idocy of youth and others still delight in making a noise.
 About all you can say for the b9 men who boss the country is tha, they're easy to satisfy. You can't ask a stranger scores Of questions, but you can size him up by discovering how he yates the acting of Nancy Carroll. Correct this sentence: Daddy is the one that gives me nichels," said the wee girl, but I like mamma better"
 Copyright, 1880, Publishers Syndicate
New Britain herald., 1930-10-16
THE LIQUOR BUSINESS AFTER TEN YEARS

According to the figures announc- cd by the Prohibition Bureau in Washington the other day consump- tion of liquor in the United States has been as follows (per gallon per capital:
New Britain herald., 1930-10-16

fore, that the necessary funds would be forthcoming, but merely a differ ence of opinion as to the details of getting it.
New Britain herald., 1930-10-16

Prof. Boone appeared resplendent in Prince Albert coat and high hat of gold cloth and had piercing cat green eyes"-so the ads said. l re- member interviewing him for our little four-page local daily. But l never looked him in the eye. He wasn't going 10 trick me and have me running around town Tapping my arms and growing like a rooster. No, sir!
 The professor put a subject in a hypnotic trance and left him in tailor's window to be awakened at the final Saturday performance. l was one of the goggle-eyed boobs, chalk white, and wearing a blue stock, who helped carry him on a cot from the window to the stage.
 suppose people today would laugh at suca silly fears, ho, ho! 'But permit me, Mesdames ct Mes sieures. I'm still afraid 10 look hypnotist in the eye. And a giraffe's ears to you, loud mouthed chucklers.
 Copyright, 1880. Mcknight
 Syndicate, Incl
New Britain herald., 1930-10-16

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New Britain herald., 1930-10-16
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New Britain herald., 1930-10-16

Recently Elwood, the magician wrote in he had given up trouping. Tor years he toured tank towns with his hypnotic-magical eXhibi- tions. But this form of entertain nient no longer attracts. And those of us who remember Prof. Boone's hair-raising lickety-split blind-fold- eG drive down Main street for the hidden key heave a wistful sigh.
New Britain herald., 1930-10-16
Facts and dFancies

By Robert Quillen Life, liberty and the pursuit of pedestrians.
New Britain herald., 1930-10-16
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New Britain herald., 1930-10-16

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