New Britain Herald Newspaper, December 28, 1916, Page 5

NEW RRITAIN DAILY HERALD, THURSDAY, DECEMBER 28, 1916. OURS $ 50 per week for 50 weeks totals $ 25.00 1.00 per week for 50 weeks totals 2.00 per week for 50 weeks totals 5.00 per week for 59 weeks totals the ONLY CLUB in New Britain That Pays INTEREST I JOIN OUR | CHRISTMAS SAVINGS CLUB | NOW CLASSES 50.00 100.00 250.00 Assets $800,000.00 THE COMMERCIAL TRUST COMPANY 274 MAIN STREET Open Evenings this Week From 7t09P. M “GZAR SAYS HOUR OF PEACE I3 NOT HERE Believes Germany’s Offer Is Con- fession of Collapse Petrograd, Dec, 28, (British Ad- miralty, per Wireless Press.)—In the course of an order issued to the army, dated December 25, the emperor, after showing how the inequalities in the technical resources for warfare as be- tween the Allies and the Central Powers are being gradually removed, with the result that the enemy strength is apparently waning while that of Russia and her allies is con- tinually growing, proceeds to say: “Germany is feeling that her com- plete defeat is near, and near also is the hour of retribution for all wrongdoings and vialations of the moral law. As in the time of her strength she declared war, so now, feeling her weakness, she offers to enter upon peace negotia- tions, desiring to complete such nego- tiations before her military talent exhausted. “At the same time, she is creating a false impression about the strength of her army by utilizing her temporary success over the Rumanians, who lack experience in the conduct of modern wartare.” Arguing that the Allies are entitled to choose a favorable hour for peace negotiations, just as Germany chose a favorable hour for declaring’ war, the crder says: “This time has not yet arrived. The cnemy has not been driven out of the s as occupled. sia’s attainment of the tasks created the war—regarding Constantinople and the Dardanelles, as well as the creation of a free Poland from all three of her now incomplete tribal districts—has not vet been guaran- teed.” To conclude peace at this . moment would mean failure to utilize the fruits of the untold trials of the heroic Russian troops and fleet. These trials, and the still more sacred memory of those noble sons of Russia who have fallen on the battlefield, do net permit of thought of peace until final vietory over our enmemies. Who dares to think that he who hrought about war shall have it in his power to conclude war at any time he likes?” Tn conclusion, the emperor, express- ing confidence that no Russian soldier would desire peace until the enemy had been expelled from Russian soil and had given guarantees to prevent a possible repetition of a treacherous attack, savs: * “Let us be firm in the certainty of our victory, and the All-Highest will | peace her | governors | and France suddenly | POSS ig | And British worthy my gloriow, future generations will merory, which will be them.” of your heroic deeds, troops—a peace for which bless your sacred to STRENGTHEN Bank of France May Be Agent For Federal Reserve Bank. Dec. 28, 4 ap- pointment of the Bank of England a agent for the federal reserve bank of w York is likely to be followed by the conclusion of a similar arrange- ment with the Bank of France. The Journal says this development demon- ENTENTE BOND. States and the Entente are more cordial than might have heen believed at the time the federal re- ser board last month warned United United | States banks against the acceptance of | treasury notes of the belligerents, the development, it toward oblit- effect which this new is believed, will go far erating. The facts as known here are that Renjamin Strong, Jr., of the New York federal hank conferred with the of the banks of England in February, 1916, as to best means of establishment of the closer relations with Turope. The bility of using sums payable to United States for merchandise in the acquisition of French credits was among the points discussed. Negotiations the bank of France are still in prog- and are likely to be uccessfully at an early date. WHEAT SCARC HOLLAND. the the either o 1IN Ma Be Brown Bread. Washington, Dec. 28.—Scarcity of wheat in’ Holland has made probable another period of compulsory brown | breaa and no white bread as there vas for two months last spring. Ad- to the bureau of foreign and stic commerce tell also of re- ports that universal bread cards will be employed and that consumption will be restricted. . Holland'’s supply of wheat and flour, it is declared, is likely to be exhaust- ed by the delay or loss of wheat-laden steamers. Bread prices continue to rise and brown bread already is dis- tributed on cards. Population Forced to M Baltimore, mapped out HODISTS CONVEN Dec. 28.—With for its procedure, plans the the Methodis the Methodist south, convened dist Episcopal Episcopal church and Episcopal church, at the First Metho- church here today Before the conference was called to order it was understood that the southern branch had practically de- cided on a basis of agreement for presentation to the joint body. The deliberations was preceded by a pub bless our standards and will cover phom afresh with glory and give us lic religious service at which Bishop Candlpr of Atlanta preschad. strates that the relations between the | with | | churches concluded | Eat joint commission on the unification of | FAMOUS SWEDISH EXPLORER IS DEAD Charles Richard Tjader Led Expedi- tion Into African Jungles for American Museut, New York, Dec. 28.—Charles Rich- ard Tjader, explorer, author and in- ventor, died here yvesterday after a brief illness. Mr. Tjader, in 1906, led an expedition into the East African jungle for the American Museum of Natural History In Africa he discovered species of entelope which hav amed after him. Among his ings is a book an “The Big Game of Africa.” He was president of the Marine Efficiency company and the inventor of an interdeck davit, a mechanical device for the lowering of life boats from between deck positions on ocean steamships. He was born in rona, Sweden, two new been April 1869, in Konl- Norwalk, Dec. 28.—Charles Richard Tjader was well known her having heen a summer resident of the Tokeneke section for several year: Tis best known work here was as a lecturer and evangelist, and frequently appeared in the af the cit merly a missionary as an explorer. South in Africa, as well Premier Will His Post. Berlin, via London, Dec. 28.—The administration papers in Budapest deny a report published in the oppo- sition organs that Count Stephen Tisza, the Hungarian premier, is about to follow Baron Burian and Dr. Von Koerber into retirement, A similar report concerning the possibility of the retirement of the Hungarian ‘“strong man” was circu- lated before the death of Emperor Francis Joseph. A well authenticat- ed story declared that Baron Burian was to be replaced by Count ( and that Premier Tisza was scheduled to go. The present report of Premier za’s impending resignation gives a's the reason that of differences he is alleged to have had with Count Czern- in and the coalition cabinet. Hungarian Remain at MISS THREE TONS OF COAL. Some New Britain parties have par- tially solved the high cost of living problem, according to a complaint of Berson Bros., to the police claiming that more than three tons of coal have been stolen from cars standing on a spur track at the foot of Woodland street. The complainant vy they were notified someone was stealing coal, investigated and discovered the amount of the loss. writ- | plus interest plus interest plus interest plus interest ANDREE LODGE ELE Malcolm Bengston Heads This Branch of the Odd Fellows. The following officers were elected the meeting of Andree lodge, L. O. F., last evening: Noble Grand—Malcolm Bengston. Vice Grand—Herman Samberg. Recording Secretary—Albert Peterson. Financial son. Treasurer—Fr Trustee Emil Bengston. The installation will be held on Wednesday evening, January. 10, in charge of Deputy Grand Master IHer- man Linger of Hartford. at o. M. Secretary-—Algot Peter- ank Wallen. "ROM Thrilling Stop of | WOMAN THROW Officer McCue Make: Runawaz S IGH. Mrs. avenue receiving in a runa last night. Policeman William P. a spectacular stop of animal and overturned Central park, quited the turned the rig to Mrs. Avchiacuz, who | persisted that she was not badly in- jured and soon continued on her way home. She w coming into the cen- ter to do some shopping and lost control of the horse at the Washing- ton street railroad crossing. - The sleigh was oveturned near St. Mark’s church. John Avchiacuz of Oakland was thrown out of a sleigh, slight injuries to her 'head, av on Main street early McCue made the frenzied sleigh near horse and re- NECKLACE IN OYSTER. Eighteen Pear 'ound in Single Res- taurant Bivalve, Pitman, N. J, Dec. 28.—DMaterial for a whole necklace of pearls in a single oyster was the lucky find of the Rev. H. Ridgely Robinson, pastor of the Pitman Methodist Iipiscopal church, when he purchased a ten cent plate of “raws” here at Harker's res- 1aurant. Mr. Robinson bit into one of the oysters and thought he had taken a mouthful of gravel. Instead, however, he found that he had a mouthful of pearls. He counted eighteen of them, Jarge and small. Several of the pearls are of fair size and are believed to be valuable OVERSTAYED FURLOUGH. Frunk Park street was taken into\custody by Detective Se geant Samuel M. Bamforth yesterda [ afternoon for overstaying his fur- lough from the navy. Today he was returned to Unele Sam’s authorities at Newport, R. I., by Detective A. J. Richardson. The New Britain depart- ment was notified yesterday that Johnson’s furlough expired December 20 and that he was supposed to be | visiting relatives in this city. Johnson contends that his furlough has not ex- pired and he intende® to return before Lthe time limit Johnson of | YOUTHFUL RAFFLES MADE RICH HAUL Admits Stealing $100,000 in 300 Bur- glaries—Specialist in His “Pro- fession,” Confession Shows, New York, Dec. 28.—Investigation by detectives at the Seventh Branch Bureau, in Brooklyn, showed that Charles Ortner, eighteen years old, whe confessed about 300’ burglaries, which netted him ‘about $100,000,” was a most expert, businesslike and discriminating burglar, Ortner kept a dairy. Before enter- ing a house he watched it and kept a record of the habits of its occupants with regard to the time they left and returned. The diary was useful in bringing to light burglaries which had not been reported to the police. For more than six months Captain Carey had been puzzled by a clever burglar who had heen working in the Bushwick section. Much booty was recovered in pawnshops, and in each instanice the description given by the pawnbroker was that of a dapper youth. By accident Ortner fell under police notice, and Sergeant Woodle, with De- tectives Cavanaugh, McKeon, Dunlap and Donlon, had watched him con- tinually for the last ten days. They traced him to his home, at No. 1,090 lLafayette avenue, where he lived in a furnished room. Iarly vesterday the detectives decided to make a raid on the youth’s room. They found a re- volver, a flashlight, a long screwdriver and a s 1 blackjack. They placed Ortner under arrest. Though questioned Ortner continued to protest that he was innocent of any crime. Then he broke down and confessed he had en- tered many apartments in the Glen- dale section of Queens and the Bush- wick, Flatbush and Bay Ridge sec- tions of Brooklyn. The vouth was e—————————— WEAR THOSE SHOES THAT TORTURED YOU Cincinnati authority tells dry up a corn so it lifts out. for hours, how to You corn-pestered men and women need suffer no longer. Wear the shoes that nearly killed you before, says this Cincinnati authority, because a few drops of freezone applied directly on a taken to the Gates Avenue police court, and when he waived examina- tion he was held without bail for the grand jury by Magistrate Walsh, ‘WOOD MUST STAND TRIAL. Former Public Service Commissioner Accused of Bribery, New York, Dec. 26.—Robert Col- gate Wood, formerly public service commissioner, must stand trial on a charge of bribery. Judge Nott, of the court of general sessions, yesterday denied the request of District Attorney Swann for a dis- missal of the indictment against Mr. ‘Wood upon the ground that the tes- timony was insufficient to convict him. In his opinion Judge Nott asserted that a public officlal accused of crime should reecive complete vindi- cation through a trial or be convicted and punished if guilty. He declared that the very fact that Sidney G. Johnson, whose testimony was the chief factor in the return of the in- | dictment, might be an unwilling wit- ness, as set forth by District Attorney Swann, might add strength to his tes- timon: District Attorney Swann issued a City Items Firemen’s ball New Year’s Lady minstrel. Booth's hall.—al It is expected that at the af meeting of Chamberlain Counci] O. U. A. M., Saturday evening, Dyson will be elected secretary t ceed W, H. Bentley, who has dej to be a candidate for re-election. Mrs. Anna Baumgartner has presented with a floral bouquet $5.00 gold piece by the School society in apprecis excellent work. Her a Ruth Schaefer, has been with a gold watch. Cozy Corner Social club Masq eve., Dec. 29, Foresters’ Berlin. Adm. 25c.—advt. The icy condition of the paw caused an auto truck of the Britain Baking company to into an automobile opera‘ed fred LeWitt of 71 sell & North street yesterday afternoo rear fender of the LeWitt car considerably damaged. Ladd of 27 Hart htly overcome by when his pharmacy was gutte] fire Tuesdey fternocn, has s pre: George M. who was slig statement that he would ask Judge Nott to try the case. He asserted | that the latter's colleague, Judge | Wadhams, had declared that the in- | dictment should be dismissed. WITKIN IS ELECTED. Elmo I.odge Chooscs Chancellor Commander for 1917. St. Following are the newly clected of- cers of St. Kimo lodge, K. of P Chancellor commander, Frank J. Witkin. Vice-chancellor, Charles Boyington Yrelate, Allen Potolomey. Master-at-arms, Charles Witkin Inside guard, Jame Haltings | Outside guard, Alfred Siderofsky Master-of-finance, Thomas Spencer. Master of exchequer, George Great- | orex. Keeper Gilbert. Master of Work, Frank Mace. Representative to the grand lodge, Harry Witkin. Alternate, William W. Scott. The officers will be installed Wednesday night. of records and seals, Waldo next AVALANCHES IN ALPS. Champery, Tourist Resort, Threatened ‘With Destruction. tender, aching corn stops soreness at once and soon the corn loosens so it can be lifted out, root and all, without pain, A quarter of an ounce of freezone costs very little at any drug store, but is sufficient to take off every hard or soft corn or callous. This should be tried, as it is inexpensive and is said not to inflame or even irritate the sur- “ounding tissue or skin. Berne, via Paris, Dec. 28.—The de- struction of the village of Champery. a tourist resort in the Canton of Va- lais, is threatened by the sudden onset of a number of avalanches coupled with a landslide Several houses have been crushed and the whole | population has evacuated the village. 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