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Brownsville herald. [volume] (Brownsville, Tex.) 1910-current, 1930-08-01

OF the devotional, Mrs. LeLacheur.
Mrs. T. 3. Waite and Mrs. John
Ruess assisting the leader; also Mrs.
Harry Reyes.
The Mexican North OF the Rio
Grande." was the lesson topic, which
was very ably handled by the lead
er and assistants.
Several guests we're present and
refreshments were served BY the
hostess.
Brownsville herald. [volume] (Brownsville, Tex.) 1910-current, 1930-08-01
INFORMAL AFFAIR
GIVEN

Mr.. and Mrs. II. II. Ewing enter
tanned on Tuesday evening. bridge
forming diversion.
Mr.. and Mrs. Wilbur Close. her
father, Mr.. Hull, Creighton Close,
Mr.. and Mrs. r. A. Dimnick. Mr..
and Mrs. Percy Longwell. Mr.. and
Mrs. =. 4. Clark. Mr.. and Mrs. w.
r. Parrish, Mr.. and Mrs. T. w.
Thies and the host and hostess en-
joyed the games
Brownsville herald. [volume] (Brownsville, Tex.) 1910-current, 1930-08-01
D For the BLONDE

I'D For the BLONDE
or with grey hair --Symphonie"
overcomes that all-too-neuralloo look.
enriehes the tone of your akin.
brings il warmth and life.
% And " you're "MEDlUA"...
you'll admit that you need q dis-
tinsuishing touchl Symptoms"
gives 1.-THE blush Of pearl and
rose against brown hair il ravishinEl
% With AUBURN HAIR
one usually Ends a fair skin and
partiality 20 tones Of brown Ia
dress. OF all types-"Symphonie"
was made for you-its creamy tint
lights the Furnished copper Of
your hair.
a And DEEP sRUNETTEs
find Symphonic" most catering.
The usual shades Of powder form
TOO great n contrast. But here'sa
tone that's rich and mellow -,
and mnaculousl
Brownsville herald. [volume] (Brownsville, Tex.) 1910-current, 1930-08-01

which was spent by Mrs. Miller In
California while Mr.. Miller was In
Fort Worth.
Brownsville herald. [volume] (Brownsville, Tex.) 1910-current, 1930-08-01
Brownsville
Valley Girls Receioe
Honors at Wdldemar

A group Of Valley girls attending Camp waldemsr at Kerrvthe this
summer is among 50 girl campers who have been awarded al-star honors
for the first time. advice received from Miss Ora johnson. camp director.
states. The Valley campers thus honored are Betty Berry Of Harrington:
Mildred Goodrich Of Brownsville: Adelne Herman. McAIen: Evelyn
Brownsville herald. [volume] (Brownsville, Tex.) 1910-current, 1930-08-01

Among fish used for food. cod Is
still the most largely eaten.
Brownsville herald. [volume] (Brownsville, Tex.) 1910-current, 1930-08-01
PARTY HONOREE
FRIDAY

Margaret Hardin was honoree
Friday afternoon when her mother
gave a party celebrating the 10th
anniversary Of her birthday. Re
freshments. including the birthday
cake were served to Ina Jean Kohler,
Evelyn Eppright. Dorothy Marie
Mitchell. Dorothy Bell Adkins. Nor
ma Lou EwerS, Lavada Miller. Rose
mary Calkins. Marian and Margar-
ct McHenry. Helen Card. Bonnie
Jean Watson and Doris Jean Ewing.
Many little gifts along with their
congratulations were received by the
little hon0ree.
PERSONALS
Mrs. Lochridge. mother Of Mrs.
Vernon 3. Hill and Mrs. Ross. sister
OF Mrs. Hill. have been spending
some time at the Hill home visiting.
George KOhler and daughter Ina
Jean have returned from a visit
with relatives n Kansas.
Franklin Ewers. who has been
New Britain herald., 1930-06-26
AT THE STRAND

If laughter is a tonic, as doctors assert, the audiences at the Strand theater should be in healthy condi- tion today, Friday and Saturday.
 Mirth and merriment in large quantities feature Let's Go Places" Fox MOyietone musical extravaganza which headlines the program at the local picture palace, and which is attracting many by it's humor and it's originality.
 Several spectacular ballet numbers and 0 background Of Hollywood show spots as well as it's irresistible songs are also responible for much Of the film popularity. Joeph Wag- staff and Lola Lane enact important roles in this entertaining story of two adventurers and their conquest Of inc screen capital with Frank Richardson, Walter Catlctt. Charles Judels and Ilka Chase furnishing most of the comedy. Dixie Lee and Sharon Lynn are also represented among the co-featurcd groups in this picture directed by Frank Strayer.
 For the vaudeville bill the first act Lois and Jean Sterner "The Juvenile Wonders. Great kids they are. Mary Goss and Charlie Barrows in Good Morning Lady" full of com cdy, Bartee Sisters Revue, Tele- vision idea with the Rooney Sisters. Joe Whitehead and Marie Alvarez. "The Egg from Broadway and the Toast Of Spain" The Four Jacks and Girlie will furnish the thrills of the dav
New Britain herald., 1930-06-26
LAKE, CONPOTNCE

The Lake Compounce weekend program will again be featured by an elaborate display of fireworks which will be held Saturday night. Dancing will be held. as usual at the pavilion ballroom, and band con- cert will be held Sunday afternoon.
 Many outings are booked for the remainder Of the month, and it is expected that a great many more will be scheduled later when the sea son reaches its height.
 A special program has been ar ranged for the dance Saturday night and preparations have been com- pleted for the entertainment of large holiday crowd.
 Special attention is being given this season 10 the automobile parties Tourists from all parts of Connecti- cut and more distant places are find ing the Bristol park an ideal place for their Sunday and holiday out lngs and great numbers are visiting the resort for the band concerts. which are given weekly. The pro grams are CarcIuIIE selected and the best band available regularly Sc cured. Sundays feature will be one of the best offered so far this sea- son.
 The popularity of the Saturday night dances is expected to rise with the thermometer. The park ballroom IS well above the ground where il catches the lake breezes and is cool on the Warmest nights.
New Britain herald., 1930-06-26
BANE JOINS STAFF
 AT TRADE SCHOOL
Transferred From Hartford in
 Charge Of Auto Dept.

Wendell H. Bane, for many years an instructor in automobile me- chanics, has been transferred from the automobile department of the state trade school in Hartford to the department in the New Britain state trade school.
 He will have charge of class room theory and related subjects and will have supervision of shop work.
 MT. Bane was with an automobile company in Hartford before joining the Hartford trade school staff. He has had l4 years experience in au- tomobile mechanics and instruction.
 Arrangements have been made for several of the instructors at .he lccal school 10 attend classes at Yale this summer. They will attend ses- sicns in the forenoon and return to their classes in the afternoon.
 James F. Lucey will take up trade analysis and mathematics for high schools; P. w. Bauer will study Teaching and Learning" and "Tez. S and Measurements" Thomas Rutherford will take up "Educatioa, and preparation of teaching ma- torial for trade schools" R. W. Adams will take up 'Psychology If Adolescence" and Educational Sta tistiCs."
New Britain herald., 1930-06-26
AT THE, PALACE

Today and tomorrow three big feature attractions, William Powell in Streets Of Chance" It holds a story that newspapers didn't dare to print. Men in on the know dared not tell it. But now you win see and hear the picture that only one dared to make. It reveals Broad ways secret world from the inside
 The second feature is Harmony at Home a snappy. scrappy domestic comedy starring William Collier, ST. with surrounding all star cast. And last, but not least, Sharkey- Schmel- ing fight pictures. Photographed at the ringside This is your chance to form your own opinion on the so-called foul which decided the worlds heavyweight champion. See for yourself if the foul,wa inten- ,tional or whether Schmeling ran into it. And our top-priced ringside seats are only 25c It's cool and comparable at all times. Our pa trans comfort is our one concern.
New Britain herald., 1930-06-26
BOY IS r YEARS OLD

Arthur Pilz of 6l Main street, who was believed 10 be only Is years of age and so was not held for police court on the charge of theft of a bathing suit, actually is r years of age, according to the vital statistics recorded in the city clerks office, and Officer Thomas C. Dolan served warrant on him today.
 The boy took the suit from the home of George J, Reidel, 239 kel- sey street, according to the allega- tion, and was wearing it under his other clothing when Sergeant J. C. Stadler apprehended him After he was released by the probation au- thorities, it was discovered that he was more than lG and Assistant Prosecuting Attorney w NJ Green stein issued a warrant but PiIz could not be located yesterday and last night. Officer Dolan found him today on Chapman street and he will be in court tomorrow.
New Britain herald., 1930-06-26
EMBASSY THEATER

Those who think the life of a screen player is one long round of pleasure occasionally interrupted by appearances before the camera, have something 10 learn from the recent daily schedule of Helen Morgan, the featured actress in "Roadhouse Nights" at the Embassy theater to- day and tomorrow.
 Miss Morgan appeared at the Par amount Long Island studio in As toTia every morning st nine. With the exception Of a brief luncheon re cess she was engaged before the mi crophone and camera until 5:45 in the afternoon.
 Leaving the studio at that tine she hurried 10 her home for a brief rest and dinner before reporting to the Eammerstein thcater at elght D. m, 10 make up for her featured part in Sweet Adeliuc." current musical comedy success. With the final curtain around II p. ,l.., she made almost night trips to the photograph recording company's "tudios where she was making q number of singing records.
 With good luck she frequently managed to get six hours sleep each night before reporting at the studio again for the next days work.
 In "Roadhouse Nights" in which she shares featured honors with Charles Rusg!es. Miss Morgan plays the part of d rIm kings sweetheart who meets her old love. Rue@lee g newspaper man. and attempts to flee with him from the tells of the boot legger.
 Rip-roaring, hilarious comedy came to the Embassy theater in the form of Around the Corner" with George Sidney and Charlie Murray in the leading roles. Patterned along the lines of "McFaddcn's Flats" and the Cohen anI Kelley" series. it outdocs it's predecessors in genuine COW poy gags, novelty of plot and TO- mantle appeal.
New Britain herald., 1930-06-26
Three Medals Awarded
 To Telephone Emnl0yes

New Haven, June 26 Pt-Three employees of the Southern New Eng land Telephone company today were presented with Vail memorial medals by President James T. Moran in recognition of outstanding acts of public service.
 The medals awarded at the an- nual outing of the New Haven dis trict and the headquarters offices of the telephone company held at Lighthouse Point went to Miss Ge- neva s. Pike and Miss Florence L. Smith, operators at Milford, and Carl Anderson, New Haven lineman. The Milford operators rescued a companion operator from drowning, while Anderson resuscitated, by ap- plying artificial respiration, a boy who nearly drowned and was taken out of the water after he had stop ped breathing.
New Britain herald., 1930-06-26
DOGS LAUDED BY
 BYRD IN SPEECH
Explorer Receives Humane So-
 Ciety Medal at Meeting

New York, June 26 GPl-A dogs life in the antarctic was described today by Rear Admiral Richard E. Byrd, in accepting a medal from the American Humane association for marked humane treatment accord ed to the dogs in his polar expedi- tions."
 The presentation was made by Minnie Maddern Fiske, the actress, a director of the association. Byrd thanked the donor and chatted about the so Newfoundland huskies which made the trip to the south pole with him.
 Passing the tropics was hard on them, he said, but all but two sur vived the voyage.
 "We fed them on whale and seal meat, and found that seal meat was best for them.
 "They hauled more than 700 tons of material from the bay ice 10 Lit tie America, a hard eight-mile trek.
 Cold was our chief problem in caring for them. When winter set in we dug them tunnels in the snow, because 70 degrees below is too cold even for huskies. Once We took them out when it was 65 below and they froze their noses. But no matter how cold it was on the surface, it never was 40 below in the tunnels, and they got along very well.
 "A number of pups were born on the trip and in spite of the cold they were the healthiest pups ever saw. We brought them all back with -us.
New Britain herald., 1930-06-26
Work Progresses On
 Proposed New Bridge

Hartford, June 26 L49 - Prompt and effective steps are being taken by the state commission planning for the erection of a new bridge across the Connecticut river and through it's official representatives, the Skin ner Brothers Real Atate agency Of this city, the commission is obtain ing options on various plots of real estate on both sides of the river. The commissions plan will come before the 1881 general assembly for ap- proval and possible appropriation.
 The options already obtained point definitely to the location of the Hartford terminal Of the bridge at the foot Of Sheldon street near the junction of that thoroughfare and Charter Oak avenue with indications that the approach Of the bridge will pass short distance south Of the old plant of the Hartford Electric Light Co.
New Britain herald., 1930-06-26
SEVEN PASS TEST
 FOR LIFE SAVING
Become Red Cross Experts After Examination at Y. ". (. A.

Six seniors and one junior sue cessfully passed the American Red Cross life saving test last night at the Y. w. c. A. The tests were con- ducted by Fred Feldman, of 13S Kelsey street, who is one of the in- structors of life saving at the Y. NJ. C. A. and is also a Red Cross life saving examiner of New Britain. The class has been under the in structioh of Miss Gertrude Fossett, health education director of the Y. w. C. A.
 The new life savers will become legitimate members of the Y. W. C. A. life saving club of registered life savers and will be initiated into the club next September.
 Those passing the examinations were: Juniors, Francis Crean, so Glen street; seniors, Julia Brown. 46 Sheffield street; Elizabeth Gibney, 175 Wintbrop street; Mae Koplo- witz, A Fremont street; Helen Mieczkowski 794 Stanley street: Virginia Post, 364 South Main street; Alassie Urban, 219 Washington street.
 The Life Saving club is holding its final meeting of the season Thursday night at the summer cot tage of one of it's members There will be a swim followed by a steak roast, recreation and the making of fall plans. About 20 members will be present.
New Britain herald., 1930-06-26
Dramatic Group to Give -
 Florence Cowles' Play

Where the Lane Turned" a four act comedy drama written by Miss Florence Cowles of Pennington. will be presented tonight in l. o. o. t. hall.
 The cast Of characters follows: Caleb Brandon d farmer, Robert Crocker; Mrs Brandon. Sue Forrest; Jasper Fernley, millionaire, Ed ward Newman; Laura Fernley, Ann Jurgen; Marie Laura's maid. Jessie SchwaD; Dr. Roger Austin, John +. Andrews; Sir Blashington Ingleby. Charles J. Croce, Mrs Smythe, Elsie Nyack; Thomas Algernon Smythe. Eugene r. Leach; Vincent Grafton, a villain, Lester Vibberts, Speed more Gassaway, a chauffeur. Ed ward Carlson: Joyce Carmody, nurse, Irene McNuty
New Britain herald., 1930-06-26
DECISION RESERVED
 IN MILK CO. SUIT
Judge> MolIoy Hears Case in
 Common Pleas Court

After attorneys on both sides had battIed yesterday in common pleas court. Hartford in the $l.G0U suit of the United Milk Co. Inc. against George J. Kreider, q former en- ploye, Judge Thomas Molloy reserv- ed decision.
 The plaintiff claimed that while kreider was employed by the milk company he solicited and enticed group Of customers to purchase their milk of him. He went into bus mess for himself and, according to testimony he had nearly 300 of the plaintiffs customers on his route. The defendant is alleged 10 have left the company's employ on May p, 1880.
 Attorney Lawrence J. Colon, who represented Kreider, claimed the de- fendant was justified in urging the customers to purchase milk of him because he had entered no written agreement that he would not en- gage in the same business. MT Colon quoted law which indicated that an implied contract does not stand In this case.
 Judge Morris D. SaXe and Attor- hey Harold Eisenberg represented the plaintiff and claimed that the employe left the business suddenly after having become acquainted with the list of the plaintiffs customers. The list was given to him in strict confidence and for the benefit of the United Milk Co. Inc, it was test flied
New Britain herald., 1930-06-26
2 BANK OFFICIALS HELD
 IN INSTITUTION FAILURE
Vineland Trust Co. President and Treasurer Arrested-Warrant
 for Secretary
for Secretary

Vineland, N. J., June 26 Lp) - The president and former treasurer of the Nineland Trust Co. closed by the state department of banking June 10 on account of muddled fi- nances, were arrested carly today and a warrant has been issued for the secretary.
 J. Pierson Reed, president was arrested at his summer home at Reeds beach, on the Delaware Bay in Cape May county.
 He posted 5000 bail for his ap- pearance before Justice of the Peace Maurice FlOrentine. at Nineland, July ?, on warrant charging him with obtaining loans illegally and falsifi- cation of reports required by the state banking and insurance.
 Charles Barraclough, 33, former treasurer, was arrested at his room ing house in Ocean City and was lodged in the Ocean City jail when he was unable to post bonds of s. 900.
New Britain herald., 1930-06-26
SEVILLE WORKERS
 BACK AT LABORS
Crisis Passed in Trouble With
 General Strike

Seville, June 26 lPl-With the ma jorlty Of the city's workers return cd to their jobs. the authorities to- day considered that the backbone of the strike had been broken. The city today was practically normal. except for heavy police forces patrolling the streets.
 The police announced that Man uel Niejo, chairman of the Olive Pressers union, who had been de- tained at Malaga now has been returned to Seville for trial and 12 others are 10 be arrested. Fifteen aI- ready have been taken into custody as leaders.
 Airplancs today surveyed the rural regions and reported that agi- tators were gathering followers out side the city. Police were rushed to the scene indicated where they rounded up number Of persons.
New Britain herald., 1930-06-26
Suggests Bible Study
 Before Palestine Trip

Tourists who propose to visit the Holy Lands and the scene of early Christian religion would do well to become familiar with their Bible. according to Judge John H. Kirk ham, who addressed the meeting of the Rotary club at the Burritt hotel today at noon.
 Judge kirkham and Mrs. Kirk ham recently returned from q Mcdi- terrean cruise in which they visited all the ports of importance from Gibraltar to Cairo. They visited among other interesting places the tomb of King Tut, Demosthenes' prison, and many spots reminiscent Of Biblical history
New Britain herald., 1930-06-26
City Items

The regular meeting of St. Marya Ladies T. A. and B. society will De held tonight at o'clock at Y. Nj T. A and B. hall A social will follow the meeting.
 Last week of our fourth anniver- sary sale. Jackaway's Gift Shop advt.
 An automobile owned by Lincoln May. 4 Highland street. was stolen OH Old Colony road Meriden, last night about 10 o'clock.
 The police were notified today Of the return of the operators licenses of Albert L. Sheverett of Robbins avenue and Stanley Novak Of $50 Pennington avenue.
 Victor Nadolny of GAG Main street reported to Supernumerary Officer Hulten last night the theft Of d suit of clothes from his tailor shop about 6 o'clock in the morning.
 Officer Edward Muszynski receiv- ed complaint last night from Wal ter Pilarski of S1 Hayes street that three peach trees were damaged OH his property south of 274 LawIor street.
 Charles K. Hollis of Weymouth. Mass. in this city on business for the Fore River Shipbuilding Co.,. was located by the police last night, his wife having requested that he communicate with her at their home.
 Howard \. Pascoe of I87 strat- ford road complained to the police last evening of the theft Of a bicycle from his home.
 Last days Of the John Boyle CO wall paper and paint sale. 50q5 off or wall papers, Generous store wide reductions. 3-5 Franklin Sq. --advt.
 LeRoy J. Begley of the Central Junior high school faculty has ac- cepted a position as tutor at Camp Millinocket in Maine, He has left for the summer season.
 Pride Circle will hold a meeting al s o'clock tonight in Red Mems hall. Election of officers and a memorial service will be the main features of the program
 4 regular meeting of Landers
New Britain herald., 1930-06-26
FIRST COMMUNION
 RECEIVED BY 23l
Sacrament Conferred on Sacred
 Heart Parish Children

This morning at s o'clock at the Sacred Heart church 231 pupils of the Sacred Heart parochial school received their first communion in the presence of a large assemblage Of relatives and friends.
 The class was composed Of PA girls and 1o7 boys, pupils of the second to fifth grades inclusive. Rev. John Patalog of the missionary or der of Salezian, Ramsey, \. j., ccle- brated the solemn high mass Rev. Alexander kowaIczyk was deacon, Rev Joseph T. David was sub deacon and Rev. John Tcranouicz and Rev Julius Pac sat in the sanctuary.
 The children were entertained by the priests at a party at the school grounds this afternoon at 3 o'clock.
New Britain herald., 1930-06-26
Court Passes on Cases
 Of Dry Law ViOlatOrs

Hartford, June 2G lPl-Cases of liquor law violations disposed Of in United States district court today were as follows:
 Benjamin Pupsta, Waterbury, $35O and 30 days suspended sentence: Pasquale Minichino, New Haven. 10 days in jail; Joseph McGiyney, New Haven, S35o and 90 days suspended jail sentence; Henry Follenius,' Nor wich, $250 and 30 q ys' suspended jail sentence; James L. O'Brien, Bridgeport $35o and 30 days sus- pended jail sentence; John s. Nc Carty. New Haven. $35o and 30 days suspended jail sentence; Edward Ma loney, Waterbury, 20 days in jail.
New Britain herald., 1930-06-26
Miss MiIIer's Students
 Give Ensemble Recital

Piano pupils of Miss Emma N. Miller gave an ensemble recital in the Miller studio at S;30 o'clock last night. Those taking part were: Myron Birnbaum, Olga Bitow, Flor ence Buchwalter. Marjorie Barrow sky, Pauline Weinstein, Helen Horn. Bertha krayitz, Mabel Krepshan, Inez Barowsky, Beatrice kroopnic}l, Lillian Rosenfeld, LaVerne Lynch, Elinor McLagan, Lillian Silver, Alice Neri and Edward Rosenfeld.
New Britain herald., 1930-06-26
Kent School Crew in
 TryOuts for Regatta

Henley-on-Thames, England, June 2G lP)-The work outs of the Kent schools crew in preparation for the Thames challenge cup event of the Royal Henley regatta next week proceeded steadily today This morning the school boys rowed from the starting point to the barrier in minutes, IS seconds and then con- tinued on 10 Fowley's boat house. q distance of about throe-quarters Of a mile, in three minutes, 43 seconds. The trial was considered very good by the rowing critics.
 The American crew is schedule for a full course trial tomorrow. A present seven inch blades are being used as compared with the normal six inch English bladcs.
New Britain herald., 1930-06-26
Adams Would Repair
 Several BattleshiDs

Washington. June 26 P-Secre- tary Adams today urged immediate authorization for modernizing three battleships as essential for the reasonable effectiveness" of the fleet.
 Before the house naval affairs committee which is considering bills 10 authorize S3O.000,000 for modern izatlon of the Idaho, New Mexico and Mississippi, the naval secretary said the fleet would be crippled" unless the gun ranges of the ships were increased. After modernization he said the |. $. fleet would be near parity with that of Great Britain.
 Without the authorization for modernization, Adams said labor forces at navy yards would be dis rupted and between 5000 and 4,Q00 men put out of work.