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New Britain herald., 1930-09-25
THE POOR BOARD OF WORKS

THE POOR BOARD OF WORKS
 The Board of Public Works is the most lambasted board in town. Chairman E. N. Humphrey works his head off trying to make an up- standing institution of his board but the public is hard to satisfy. He is finding that out.
 Were it not for the fact that everything the board does, or au- thorizes 10 do be done, IS perpet- ually on public view things would be different. But this board, un- like all other boards in the city ex- cept perhaps the park board, must do all its work right in the open, when every Thomas, Duke and Hortense can see and judge what is done or not done. The result is quite irritating.
 Of course, the board sometimes
 
 makes mistakes; not big mistakes, but merely "oversights," as for in. stance, when it's employees permit ted debris to remain after complet- ing the Barnesdale sewer job Git izens notice such little malad minis trations far quicker than they mo- tice good work we'll done. Human nature is that way.
 Every argument about street i'm provements, even when only in the stage of discussion, makes its way before the board, and sometimes it's members are compelled to con- sider projects costing more money than they have at their disposal. The c.S itself, always bent upon superheated economy, likes to have the board do an immense amount of work on budget AS small as possible, and if the board doesn't perform all the tasks set before it by the common desire it becomes a target for brickbats and tomatoes.
 In spite of everything the board carries on without causing . revo- lution. Possibly its membership ap- preciates sympathy in lieu of enough funds to do more. Sympathy at least is something. The public. however is inclined to indulge In precious little of this ingredient of the milk of human kindness. That is one of the chief troubles of serv- Ing it. All of which is by way of sug. gesting that we give the board a break once in awhile.
New Britain herald., 1930-09-25
ways directed against the city.

ways directed against the city.
 John H. Kirkham. corporation counsel, himself points out the weakness of any attempt to induce the legislature to amend the law as applying to New Britain. It is the property owners themselves who favor the city being liable.
 The system causes all property owners to be liable for what hap pens on anybody's sidewalk; which by the way is a species of con- munal insurance that seems to suit the property owners, those who sue the city for injuries, and not the owner.
 Considering how Mayor Quigley and others assiduously made the property owners conscious of their troubles it remains unlikely that property owners will favor any change in the law. And these, add ed 10 the citizenry who takes chances on the sidewalks in the winter time, make up quite block of dissenters from the views of city officials that the law should be changed.
New Britain herald., 1930-09-25
TOWN ACCOUNTING

Frank P. Fenton. treasurer of the town of Windham, frankly admits that his bookkeeping methods have been rather old-fashioned. He frankly admits, according to press dispatches, that the current debt of $173,O0O on his books is made quate, and that the real town debt approaches s5O0,000. Asked the whyfore of such an astonisn. 1g dis crepancy, the treasurer explains that he did not give sufficient care to his books, or something like that. There has been no miscarriage of funds and no deliberate attempt to conceal the true condition of the towns finances.
 More than 30 years ago MT. Fen ton took the job of treasurer. When he got the job he followed the pre- vious system. Nobody wanted it changed and he did not go to the troubles of changing it. The treas urer gave the people what they wanted, though it is doubtful whether they really wanted figures that indicated fine weather during a financial cyclone.
 We are reminded from this in- cident that the majority of resi- dents of some of our towns are set in their ways about such things. There no doubt are plenty of town treasurers in Connecticut who 1e- fuse to regard MT. Blogett's system of reformed financing as anything but a bore; and they have most of the people on their side, For proof
 We'll, why bring that up?
New Britain herald., 1930-09-25
INCREASE IN BUSES

After various gentlemen at City Hall had occasionally debated the advisability of disengaging the numerous bus lines from making terminals at Central Park-the dis cussion leading to no action-alone comes new bus line and the ter minal as usual will be Central Park.
 New bus lines from time to time will be csta blished, and as all prob ably will use the vicinity of the central triangle for the main ter minal 1t is easy to conclude that the day is not far distant when buses will clutter up the scenery thereabout.
 Between buses and trolley cars the scenery around the park already is pretty we'll cluttered up.
 It is also worthy of note that at time when the trolley interests are telling the world that there is nothing but loss in the business, when curtailment of expenses through the operation of more one-man cars throughout the state and the curtailment of trolley serv- ice have been carried out, another independent bus line has been established in the city with the idea of making profit at lower fare than the statewide passenger transportation concern yields.
 It is difficult to understand some angles of the business. We must conclude that some concerns have an easier time showing profits than others. and one naturally must conclude that the lack of high powered capitalization and expen- sive leases must have something to do with the success of the so-called independents.
New Britain herald., 1930-09-25
PRICE FIXING

Two schools Of merchandise thought are again at odds over the relative merits of a proposed law permitting the manufacturers of branded articles the right to die tate retail price at which it might be sold. The question was one of the many that came before the Bos- ton conference of retail distribu- ton for discussion.
 According to decision of the Supreme Court nobody can dictate to another at what price the latter is to resell an article; and the right of any owner of properity, from a package of toothpastc to a house, to sell his property at any price he sees At, has been an element of
New Britain herald., 1930-09-25
JUST AN IDEA

Down in Florida, where civili- zation still fourishes to certain extent, they tarred and feathered a man because of Communistic beliefs The question naturally arises whether that species of law lessness converted the man. And then comes the additional query whether parties who assume the right to tar and feather a man for having fool ideas cannot also tar and feather man for not agreeing with any other idea that the majority might happen to pos sess Under such circumstances even an editorial writer who lets fly ideas contrary 10 the accepted thoughts might get tarred and feathered; which would be too bad but probably would not stop the editorial writer from doing his worst even better than before.
New Britain herald., 1930-09-25

as judge of probate, and for a good and sufficient reason. Not only was he unbeatable at the polls but the general public had a we'll estab- lished belief that the important position of judge of probate should not be changed whenever there happened to be an election. AS soon as the judge showed he was an ideal probate judge the Republi- cans very generously agreed that it would be folly to advertise their poor sense by suggesting anyone else for the position.
 It may be a coincidence that the cases causing present discussion al- so involve probate judseships. Parties show good sense when they don't monkey with such positions too frequently.
New Britain herald., 1930-09-25
SIDEWALK LIABILITY

The effort being made to have the city avoid liability for accidents to pedestrians when they slip and fall on wintry sidewalks is an un- derstandable development. The city, like an individual does not care to pay out more money than is nec- essary.
 It is custom in Connecticut however-with the exception of a few cities-for citizens 10 look to the municipalities for financial redress in case of falls on snow and ice. The supposition evidently is that the municipalities are sup posed to See to it that sidewalks are kept in safe condition, d. though property owners are ex- pected to attend to the details. At any rate, nobody breaking a leg or arm through fall thinks of sung q property owner; the suit is ai-
New Britain herald., 1930-09-25
ANNEXING THE SUBURBS

It is being brought forward that the city, should it consent to annex Maple Hill and Elm Hill. would be confronted with high costs for sewers, highways, police protec- ton, education, etc.
 On the other hand. New Britain would posses an appreciable in crease to the grand list, and that is where some of the money would come from.
 The move to have Maple Hill and Elm Hill join the city is the most important expansion program be- fore the public view. No contrary decision should be made without the most thorough going investl- gation of all the possibilities. In our opinion, both suburbs should be part of the city and that If they arc HOl duutu llO" dIu licS oic allowed to join the Hartford metro politan area this city will have cause to regret it in years to come.
 The only other point worth men, tioning is this: Why should New Britain hesitate about annexing two suburbs willing to be annexed when Hartford fails to show such short sightedness and puts over it's metro poIitan district without thought of the so-called "problems' that are thrown into the way in New Brit ain?
 We should show a similar spirit of progress,
New Britain herald., 1930-09-25
Observations On He Weather

Washington, Sept. 25.-Forecast for Southern New England: Partly cloudy tonight and Friday; possibly with light scattered showers: not much change in temperatures; mod crate south or southwest winds
 Forecast for Eastern New York: Mostly cloudy; probably occasional showers tonight and Friday; cooler Friday afternoon in extreme north portion; moderate winds mostly southwest.
 Forecast for New Haven and vii clnity: Unsettled weather with local showers tonight and Friday.
 Conditions: A long trough of low pressure extends from New Mexico northeastward to Michigan. Areas
New Britain herald., 1930-09-25

If you happen to be a bear, and want to cause a stir, just send d wild rumor into Wall Street. Action, in the present state of specula tive nervousness, will be instant and profound. Nobody in Wall Street stops to investigate a rumor anymore before taking action on it. Send in \ report that you pulled Juniors loose tooth tying string to it and the stocks of all dentists tools manufacturers will go down to zero as frantic traders unload their securities.
New Britain herald., 1930-09-25
ENDORSING THE OTHER

State Democratic chiftains arc said to be at odds over the practice of endorsing strong candidates on the opposing party, which is and has been current throughout the state for long time.
 We see no particular reason for anyone 10 get aroused over the matter. In this city the Repub.i- cans for ycars--about 20, in fact regularly endorsed Judge Gaffney
New Britain herald., 1930-09-25
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have been heard by the orchestra leader and started across the sa. hara desert for the wings. It was the longest distance between two points I have ever known. I seemed to be on one of those running boards used to exercise dogs. I pass ed through row after row of vil- lages-I distinctly remember Pas- saic-and was yanked back to real ity by a stage hand as 1 was trying to climb down into one of the stage boxes. I was 8 week getting hold of myself again and sometimes I think I have never been exactly right since.
 Only one writer of my acquain- tance is able to face an audience in a theater and with the polish of a hardened trouper run away with the show" His name is Irwin Shrewsbury Cobb, Paducah's No. 1 boy.
 IHeTe IS no srln so Sooly as that of a baffled speaker. Nor any ex- pression so goofy. Heaven knows, I need the money-(Trio of bankers in deep bass: Yes and you better get itD-but if I have to continue to make a fool of myself for living, I'll do it in print, hewing to the line and letting misses fall where they may.
 Copyright. 1880. McNaught
 Syndicate, Incl
New Britain herald., 1930-09-25
common law from ancient days.

common law from ancient days.
 But the law does not prevent 6
 manufacturer from signing ur dealers who function as his agents and specifying they agree to resell at the manufacturers price. This is being done in the case of some articles. usually luxury articles, all over the land.
 Such control over retailers sign ed up as special agents, of course, can only be obtained by very large corporations who tend to dominate any particular field or part of it.. And 1t usually is only possible in the case of fairly costly articles.
 The drive in Congress has been to make it possible for manufac- turers of all branded articles to dictate the retail price. so that re- tailers would by law not be allow 
 ed to sell them at a lower price. Thus if the manufacturer of tooth paste elected to have his article sold at retail at 50 cents depart ment store would not be allowed 10 sell it at SS or any other lower price than that designated by the manufacturer.
 It is barely possible that manu- lecturers who tend to think highly of a price-fi fixing law might over shoot their mark. It is entirely unlikely that the important element of mass distribution would be tacil- itated. Such universal price-fixing would tend to eliminate competi- tion among the retail trade, and if generally practiced on all articles would mean that retail stores would be selling virtually all their articles at the same price-which would be the highest possible price-and bar. gain hunting would be nearly gone along with the saloon and the horse and buggy.
 What would most likely result, however, is this: Department stores and chain stores would be given a vast stimulus to handle their own brands to the exclusion of the price-fxed brands, and in the na- ture of things they would be able to greatly undersell the price-fxed articles. TO a certain extent they are doing this now, but they con- tinue to be large outlets for the branded and weli-advertised goods of manufacturers.
 We could mention some price nxed articles right now, which are sold almost exclusively by retail agencies of the manufacturers which are meeting devastating com- petition by private brands in chain ,tores and other stores. But going nto such details Is not our pur- pose except to rumlnate that ,rice- fixing law would make this practice, now exceptional, we'll nigh universal.
New Britain herald., 1930-09-25
25 Fears Ago Today

Fred Teich has gone to Philadel- phia to resume his studies at the University of Pennsylvania.
 The German Rifle club will hold a special meeting tomorrow to make arrangements for their king shoot.
 City Clerk Thompson left today for Atlantic City where he will at tend the national convention of the P. o. s. of A.
 The T. A. B. society will celebrate it's e4th anniversary on October l2 Returns from the shows given by the organization have been very large.
 The foreman and officials of Rus sell & Erwins held their annual outing yesterday. The trip was made in special trolley cars.
 The local high school football team defeated Meriden high yester- day at Electric field, 15 to 0. The Red and Gold team showed great promise of a good season.
 A fleet of motor trucks with talk ing picture apparatus is planned in South Africa to bring entertainment to rural audiences.
New Britain herald., 1930-09-25

The fact that an airplane trans portation company went out of business a week ago after having carried 5000 passengers during the summer indicates that the margin of profit on passenger transporta- ton must be low, or that 5000 pas sengers is only half as many as are needed during such period of time.
New Britain herald., 1930-09-25

Success: A consolation prize e,ven to those who have lost free dom.
 Another way to lessen useless noises would be to show stupid peo- ple some other way to attract at tention.
 "The future of cotton is uncer- tain" How true. It never knows whether 1t will be silk step-ins or a wool overcoat. Don't try to make an ass of your enemy. Just give him a little au- thority and let nature take It's course.
 Nature does her best not to per petuate a mean streak. The worst crooks never are family men. A medico- -publicist says Ameri- cans are becoming hump-backs, but maybe he's been watching corner , lot golf.
 Add obsolete sayings: Hey! What about a little service here." A free land is one in which partisan had rather wreck the coun- , try than miss having his own way.
 Maybe the millions who seem jobless aren't really idle. You can't tell when a spy is working. Americanism: Feeling strong and safe because luck and allies brought us victory in past wars In spite of all we could do. Isn't man wonderful! After a ed it is better to let children go naked as the first men did. Even if everybody flies In the fu- ture, cement highways won't be total loss. They will make 1t easier
  The ordinary marriage Is a 50-5o partnership. He works and makes the money and she loafs and spends it.
 The more you keep your feet on the ground, the sooner you'll have them on a desk. Of course America is more cul- tured now. Dad spends Sunday in shirt.
 Pity the rich man. If he leaves his money to his children. it makes them more ornery; if he doesn't, the world calls him a brute or an im- beetle.
 Mrs. Mccormick idea is that sen- ators shouldn't investigate elections unless they arc above reproach themselves. But if none save the gulltless can throw the first stone, where shall we get juries?
 Correct this sentence: q crave popularity said he, "so I shall de- vote my life to showing people their mistakes" Copyright 1a30 Publishers Syndicate).
New Britain herald., 1930-09-25

of high pressure are central over South Carolina. and Oregon. Tho lowest temperature reported was 21 degrees from Edmonton, Alberta. Showers have occurred during the past 24 hours from Nevada to Michigan and from Texas to Con- necticut. Thunder storms were re- ported from the upper Mississippi valley and the Lake region.
 Conditions favor for this vicinity unsettled weather with local showers.
New Britain herald., 1930-09-25

John F. Curry, Tammany Hall leader, in emerging from the roof of the grand jury Investigating graft, says he was insulted. That must make the situation very bad. The boss of Tammany must have expected inquiries about the weath-
New Britain herald., 1930-09-25

The tourists have largely depart ed from New England and Indian summer Is just around the corner "a sweet part of the year reserved for the enjoyment of New England CTS.
New Britain herald., 1930-09-25

Amazing as it may sound, there are . lot of farmers in this great country who are not at all inter- ested in what Bobby Jones does.
New Britain herald., 1930-09-25
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New Britain herald., 1930-09-25

The first Republican we hear of who says Dr. Cross made a cross talk on the political issues gets free ticket to the city dump.
New Britain herald., 1930-09-25

The Hsrald b oa ale dsiiy Ia New York at Hotaiiag's Newatahd. Times sousfs: schsltx's Nswssaand. Estnnes Grand Central tIsd Street,
New Britain herald., 1930-09-25

Venezuela has authorized the con- struction of it's first civil aviation field.
New Britain herald., 1930-09-25

The oalv profitable advertising medi1m In the City. Circulation books and pree room always open to advsrtissra
New Britain herald., 1930-09-25
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The Associated Prsss is exclusively on. titlad to the nss for Republication of all news credited to ii or not other wise credited in this paper and also local news published thers,n.
New Britain herald., 1930-09-25

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New Britain herald., 1930-09-25

anyway-occasion, I was called upon suddenly at a theatrical bene- fit. along with many others, to take a bow. How l managed to walk up the runway to the stage you'll never know. Or likely care. I mumbled something that could not possibly
New Britain herald., 1930-09-25
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New Britain herald., 1930-09-25

Maybe the millions who seem jobless aren't really idle. You can't tell when a spy is working.
New Britain herald., 1930-09-25

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New Britain herald., 1930-09-25

A free land is one in which partisan had rather wreck the coun- try than miss having his own way.
New Britain herald., 1930-09-25

"The future of cotton is uncer- tain" How true. It never knows whether 1t will be silk step-ins or a wool overcoat.
New Britain herald., 1930-09-25
Facts and Fancies
(By Robert Quillen)

Success: A consolation prlze given to those who have lost free dom.
New Britain herald., 1930-09-25

Americanism: Feeling strong and safe because luck and allies brought us victory in past wars In spite of all we could do.
New Britain herald., 1930-09-25

Don't try to make an ass Of your enemy. Just give him a little au- thority and let nature take It's course.
New Britain herald., 1930-09-25

Another way to lessen useless noises would be to show stupid peo- ple some other way to attract at tention.
New Britain herald., 1930-09-25

Add obsolete sayings: Hey! What about a little service here.'
New Britain herald., 1930-09-25

| Isn't man wonderful! After a million years of study, he has learn ed it is better to let children go naked as the first men did.
New Britain herald., 1930-09-25

Nature does her best not to per
 petuate a mean streak. The worst crooks never are family men.
New Britain herald., 1930-09-25

A medico- -publicist says Ameri- cans are becoming hump-backs, but maybe he's been watching corner lot golf
New Britain herald., 1930-09-25

Even if everybody flies In the fu- ture, cement highways won't be a total loss. They will make 1t easier to sweep up after an accident.
New Britain herald., 1930-09-25

Pity the rich man. If he leaves his money to his children. it makes them more ornery; if he doesn't, the world calls him brute or an i'm beetle
New Britain herald., 1930-09-25

Correct this sentence: T crave popularity" said he, 'so I shall de- vote my life to showing people their mistakes"
 Copyright 1a30, Publishers
 Syndicate).
New Britain herald., 1930-09-25

Mrs McCormick's idea is that sen- ators shouldn't investigate elections unless they arc above reproach themselves. But if none save the gulltless can throw the first stone, where shall we get juries?
New Britain herald., 1930-09-25

The ordinary marriage Is 5o-5c partnership. He works and makes the money and she loafs and spends it