New Britain Herald Newspaper, January 3, 1917, Page 5

Page views left: 0

You have reached the hourly page view limit. Unlock higher limit to our entire archive!

Subscribers enjoy higher page view limit, downloads, and exclusive features.

Text content (automatically generated)

J i HOLGOMB FAVORS . RADICAL GHANGES, (Continued from First Page|) & prohibitive premium, but thc same srésult can be reached if you shall pro- vide for a transfer of cash from the elvil list:fund to the sinking fund, and suthorize its investment in such muni- eipal securities as will yield a rate of inferest equal to that paid upon the funded debt bonds. I recommend that 43,000,000 be thus transferred. Thig would assurc the taxpayers’that so much of their contributions have been Judiciousiy used. “The present income from miscel- laneous corporations and inheritances, ‘due to gpecial conditions during the ¢ past year, ig probably larger than may be expected from these sources in the future. “‘Considering the natural necessary increase in the appropriations for the v vurlous institutions and departments of the state, due to'the constant in- creasc of the inmates in the institu- tions supported by the state, and to the higher cost of living, and the cost of necessary additions to and cnlarge- mert of such institutions to care for ‘the cver increasing number of in- mate; therein, and the cost of con- structing u reasonable addition to our improved highways with the cost of maintaining them and the bridges thereon, T am of the opinion that the revenue from the present sources is not greater than is and will be need- od for a proper conduct of the affairs of the state, and to make a reason- -able payment upon the state annual bly to simplify the ad- & features of some of the o lawe, T am ¢f the opinion should not be materially that amended, and that we should continue to require a substantial state tax from tl:e tow In addition to the needed revenn~ derived from a state tax, it 43 valrable and useful as a constant reminder that state expenditures must be me: iy state receipts. Board of Finance. “The adoption of my recommenda- lor for the creation of a state board of lfinance is a natable step forward in the interest of economical expendi- tures of the state’'s revenue. The fact that the board is a continuous body Wwhich can accumulate valuable com- parative information relative to the needs of the various institutions and departments, and that it will co-oper- ate with the appropriation committee of the general assembly, in acting on all appropriation bills, will prove to be of increasingly great financial benefit to the state. i Inheritance Tax. “The transfer of the administration of thelinheritance tax law to the tax commissioner’'s department has re- sulted in increased revenue, more uniform procedure in determining the - final decrees. 1 now renew my rec- ommendation made two. years ago P QorQQ ' Every Night For Constipation : : Headache Indigestion, that the tax commissioner be required to value all intangible property of es- tates of decedents which are subject to an inheritance tax in this state. In fact, it would result in greater uniformity in valuation if real estate and other tangible property should also be jvalued under the direction of the tax commissioner’s office. As I | stated two years ago ‘“such a pro- cedure would be a desirable relief to | the judges of our probate courts, and would insure uniformity of valuations, and result in valuable cumulative in- formation and@ a substantially in- creased revenue to the state from this source.”” Necessary Expenditures. *‘The expense of our legislative, ju- diclal, and executive departments in- creases somewhat from year to year, and . the expense of our penal, re- {formatory, insane. epileptic and feeble minded institutions constantly increases because of the necessity of providing enlarged accommodations to receive and care for them, and be- cause of the increasing cost of main- tenance. 3 Epileptic and Feeble-Minded. “Buildings and accommodations for the feeble-minded are being es- tablished in the town of Mansfield on property of the state where the build- ings for the care of epileptics are lo- cated. The accommodation for these unfortunats requires frequent en- largement, and the management of both classes ahd tse conseruction of the buildings to house them, with the appurtenant heating and lighting plants and water supplies, should, for purposes- of economy and efficiency. e under the supervision of a single board or commission as is the case at present in eighteen other states. T recommend that you provide for such single board or commission in licu of the two present separate com- missions. State Insane Hospital at Middlctown. “The hospital for the insane at Middletown is in urgent need of an additional building for the care of acute cases. This would be both hu- mane and economical, as it would re- sult jn a larger percentage of recov- |eries and thus lessen the number of ratientr. The Incbriatc Farm. “If we are to care for any consid- erable number of our inebriates, the accommodation for them at the state inebriate farin must be materially enlarged. The success ‘experienced with the limited number committed there warrants the belief that a more general commitment to this institu- tion would be a great benefit to the state and to the inebriates. It would relieve the congestion in our jails by the elimination of the present practice of repeated commitments thereto of confirmed inebriates, and would be a great saving to 'the sev- eral counties in the saving of the cost attending the repeated prosecution ;and commitment of inebriates. ; New Armories. “You will doubtless be requested to, | appropriate money to build some new "armorics, and the need for better ac- commodation of the troops in one or more of our cities is apparent; but before incurring the eXpense of new armories, will it not be advisable to wait until it is determined what the future status of our National Guard, or Federal Guard, or whatever name may be hereafter given them, is to be. At the present time it is in a nebulous e. The state now has but limited have less, if any, in the future. Con- ss may decide to assume entire sdiction and control of state troops, and to build such necessary armories as have not heen construct- ed by the states. Reformatory for Women. “‘The necessity of a reformatory for women in this state has been re- peatedly urged, and it must be con- ceded that there is an increasing need for’ some institution for the more humane, intelligent and efficient care control of its militia, and may still W\ L \) 'NEATH THE ROOFTREE OF HOME 'The home that is comfortably furnished — that reflects in every appointment a thoughtful considera- tion of the requirements and desires of every mem- ber of the family—is typical of and an appreciation of all refinement, culture that is best in life itself. Good Furniture is so essential nowadays—and so easy to obtain. It is a fallacy to regard superior home e%uipment,as expensive, for much that is desirable is offered at very modest prices and it represents, what- ever the cost, a life-long investment. \ COMPLETE HowmE FURNISHERS #0-88 Forp BTREET HaRrTroro AGENT® FOR GLENWOOD RANGES OVERLOOKING CamITOL WHERE IS HIGHER THAN PRICE. GROUNDs NEW 'BRITAIN DAILY HERALD, WEDHESDAY, JANUARY 3, 1917. of unfortunate women than now ob- tains. ““One serious objection against the establishment of any new institution is its initial cost and that of its sub- sequent maintenance. “Possibly in the case of such a re- formatory this cost might be minim- ized if it was established in connec- tion with our Connecticut Industria! ; School for Girls in Middletown. The location is ideal, and the state has expended substantial amounts in the crection of buildings for the care of the girls therc committed. The title to the property upon which these build- ings are located is in a corporation created by the general assembly in 1868. I would suggest the appoint- ment of a committee to investigate the feasibility of establishing a re- formatory for women upon this prop- erty, and to ascertain the probable cost of acquiring the title to the prop- erly by the state. and to make a re- | port to this general assembly if prac- ticable, and, if not, to report to the next general assembly. It would seem as if the title should be in the state of all property upon which are located institutions estab- - lished and supported by the state. County Jails. d “It is believed by many of our citi- zens that our jails, especially those in our more populous counties, are an- tiquated. unsanitary, exposed to seri- ous fire hazards, and that in some other respects they are in an unsatis- factory and discreditable condition. | “l recommend that a commission | be appointed to investigate the con- dition of the jalls in ' the several counties of the stats “and to make a report thereon to the 1919 General Assembly, with such recommenda- tions as the ascertained conditions ‘warrant. State Department of Health. “The infantile paralysis outbreak of last summer, and the wide spread smallpox epidemic with which we are now threatened, have emphasized the urgent need of more adequate organi- zation for the protection of the health of our citizens. Modern health science is in a position to yield large and tangible results in the saving of human lives, The cities of Connecti- cut are for the most part. well pro- tected, but the residents in our rural communities are too often unable to secure the benefit of the best modern knowledge and the most efficient san- itary administration. “What is needed is the re-organiza- tion of our state health machinery s0 that the state board of health may be strengthened and placed in a posi- tion to furnish to the local health officer the advice and the moral sup- port which he needs. I urge earnest consideration of this question, with a view to a remodeling of our state health laws and that you make an appropriation for the state board of health sufficient to give our state a state health administration adequate ‘for modern needs. Consolidation. of Commissions. “In my 1915 message I recommend- ed the consolidation of several com- missions. In compliance therewith the duties of the buildihg and loan commission were consolidated with the bank commissioner’s department,’ with a single commissioner in charge of the department; and the duties of the factory inspector were transferred | to the bureau of labor statistics, re- | sulting in a benefit to the state in | both instances. My recommendations that certain' other commissions be consolidated were not adopted. “I now renew my recommendation that the offices of commissioner of domestic animals, dairy and food commissioner, state ornithologist, and state board of agriculture be abolished and in lieu thereof that the office of commissioner of agrioulture be created with adequate powers to perform the beneficial duties of these several com- missions. If you shall not concur in this recommendation, T would recom- mend that at least the duties of the commissioner of domestic animals be transferred to the dairy and food commissioner. I renew my recom- mendation that such of the duties as it is desirable to continue of the board of examiners of barbers and of the Connecticut board of embalmers, be transferred to the state board of health. Motor Vehicles. “Automobiles have come into gen- eral use in this state during the last decade. In 1907 we had less than 6,000 registered motor vehicles for which the state received in registration and license fees $11,686.50. The 1916 registrations were 66,807, and the receipts $768,727.91. There was an increase of about 48 per cent. in 1916 over 1915. With a like increase during the present year we shall have more than 80,000 registered motor vehicles and a revenue therefrom of at least a million dollars. “We are having a constantly in- creasing number of automobile homi- cides and casualties. Existing condi- tions require the enactment of strict- er laws relating to motor vehicle traf- fic, and severer penalties for their vio- lation, with a vigorous enforcement of both. “The administration of the motor vehicle department was, and now s, with the secretary of state, who is re- quired to hold several hundred hear- ings each year, in cases of casualties, to determine whether the license of the owner or operator shall be sus- pended or revoked. “The department of the secretary of state has no logical connection with the administration of the motor ve- hicle law, and I am convinced that a competent person should be appointed to pave sole charge of the motor vehicle department. “I further suggest that all receipts connected with motor wehicle admin- istration should be paid into the state treasury. It is obvious that all mon- eys collected by state agencies, and all moneys paid out for state purposes, should go through the state treasur- er's department. Tmproved Highways. “We commenced to construct im- proved highways in this state in 1895, and their cost has caused the major portion of our funded debt. We now have what is gnown as the trunk line system of highways with an aggregate \ il AT ACYCITD WA 4 i ié, CeEE<-4 heart of the son Victor Recortls and Victor Machines are sclentifi manufacture; and their use, cxcept with each other, is not only unautharized, but damaging asd (225, 48 =t 7\ Sk 7> R A 4 / \ y 5 g 2 ) N U9 158708 B SE- = =) 5 Io insure Vi uality, always R look for the famous trademark, 3 “His Master's Voice.” It is on R PAT.O (\ '] S every Victrola and every Victor IREE Record. ' It in the identifying =l 1abel on all genuine Victrolas an Victor Records, 7)) Out Now New Victor Records for January Gluck and Homer in an exquisite old song The favorite “Long, Long Ago” possesses a tenderness and pathos beautiful in their simplicity. attention of such illustrious artists as Gluck and Homer, and they give an exceedingly beautiful presentation. Victor Red Seal Record 87267. Ten-inch, $2. Hempel sings a splendid number, “Just You” ; This famous soprano has a peculiar faculty of getting at the 1 ¢ she sings. - A distinctive trait that is excep- tionally noticeable in this pathetic composition, and to hear it sung is to be charmed by the singer’s consummate art. f Victor Red Seal Record 87261, A beautiful new record by John McCormack “Love, Here is My Heart” is its title, and it is sung to one of the most joyous refrains this_genial tenor ever chose to sing. It is a song that in music and sentiment is exactly suited to him—a song you will delight to hear. Ten-inch, $2. Victor Red Seal Record 64623. Ten-inch, $1.\ Whitehill presents a superb bass solo. Two charming harp solos by Lapitino. Sparkling orchestral “Pinafore” medleys. and 70 others including : 3 Majestic Sacred Selections -2 Beautiful Instrumental Trios 2 Rousing Medleys of College Songs 11 Favorite Concert Numbers 4 Exquisite Violin Solos 2 Entertaining Records for Children Hear these new Victor Records today at amy Victor dealer’s. ' He will gladly give you a complete , dclcri%tive list and play any music you wish to hear. here are Victors and Victrolas in great variety of styles from $10 to $400. 6 Brilliant Band Num It is a song worthy of the 2 Harmonious Hawaiian Ditties 2 Entertaining Saxophone Records 6 Attractive Dance Selections ¢ 16 Up-to-the-Minute Popular Songs 4 Amusing Monologues Victor Talking Machine Co., Camden, N. J. Important Notice. All Vietor Talking Machines are patented and are onl: Records only. New Victor Records demonstrated at all dealers on the 28th of each month Urny y licensed, and with right of Victor ' All Victor Records-are patented and are only licensed, and with right of use an Vietor 'l":fln‘mu only. ically coordinated and synchronised by our special processes of ' Victrola | west and the north and south route as shown by the trunk line map. “These highways fairly well meet public convenience, except the gaps or sections therein which have not been improved, aggregating about 50 miles in the north and south and 30 am informed by the highway commis- sioner that it will cost about $1,500,- 000 to improve these sections, and they should be the first to be im- proved. S “Macadam roads will not last with modern motor vehicle traffic. Any new ‘construction should be of more durable material, and all sections of our trunk line highways should be re- constructed of more. durable mater- ial as speedily as is practicable, as this will increase their usefulness and ma- terially decrease the cost of their up- keep. “But as they now are, and especially as they will be when the gaps therein to which I have referred are improved they do mnd will reasonably serve such users of them as are content to keep within the limit of the reason- able and proper rate of speed provid- ed in our statutes. “In addition to our trunk line sys- tem of highways we have about, 500 miles of improved highways known as state aid highways. I am satisfied that those who have travelled over the improved highways of this and ad- joining states will concede that our highways do not suffer by the com- parison. As rapidly as the finances of the state and towns will warrant, there should be an extension of the state aid highways, until every town in the state will have a convenient length of @bout 935 miles, about equally divided between the east and improved highway connection with ‘our trunk line system. miles in the east and west routes. I “It is possible, if not probable, that you will be urged by voluntary inter- ested agents, financed by contributions by corporations within and without this state who are pecuniarily inter- ested in the construction of improved highways and in supplying materials which enter into their construction, to make large appropriations for im- proved highways. This general ' as- sembly needs no such assistance In determining the needs of the state, and I trust that you will not make ap- prop!g’nuuns for improved ' highways whick, added to appropriations you may make for other purposes, will not leave a substantial amount to be applied in reduction of the indebted- ness of the state. Motor Trucks. “A reasonable 1limit should be placed upon the tonnage which motor trucks should be allowed to carry over our highways and bridges. I am in- formed that some motor trucks now carry upwards of twenty tons as a single load. Such loads are destruc- tive of highways constructed for pas- senger traffic or reasonable freight traffic, and impose an unreasonable burden upon the tax payers to keep the roads in ‘repair and to construct bridges which can stand the strain of such excessive loads. “In this connection I call your at- tention to remarks in the highway commissioner's report under the cap- tion of ‘Weights and Speed of Ve- hicles.” An amendment to the constitution provides that each member of this body shall be pald his transportation by public conveyance between his home station and the place of meet- ing during your sessions. “Previous to the adoption of this amendment when such transportation was paid it tended to prolong the ses- sion and relay adjournment because 80 many members fajled to regularly attend .the sessions. There is no ex- cuse for this, and it is a hardship upon the members who are present at your regular sessions. Presumably every member of this body desired to be elected to it, and should be present at all of your sesslons unless having sufficient reason for being absent. If you will do this I am satisfied that all necessary legislation can be adopt- ed and an adjournment had by the first of next May. By -constitutional provision adjournment must he had as early as June 6th. ‘“We shall commence with a new re- vision of our statute law. I believe the revision committee has consclen- tiously and efficiently performed its duties, and unnecessary changes in said revised lawa by additions or oth~ erwise are undesirable. “In my 1915 message I made a sug- gestion which I venture to repeat for your consideration, viz: “ ‘A further material saving lof time and expense could be effected if proposed legislation adversely ected upon by the committee to which 1t was referred, was not reported except when requested by vote of the senate or house.” The ‘‘Surplus.” “In some quarters it seems to be a matter of serlous concern that the state treasury should at the present time show a gain instead of a deficit and intimaetions have been made that this incoming legislature will indulge in peckless extravaaficer . ously stated, 4 am of the opii the present income of i more than is necessary for administration of the ‘needs state and of its various dep: and for a desirable payment state’s indebtedness, and I fied that you will resist all for extravagant appropriatio -any unnecessary expenditure | state’s money, and I shall of the powers of my office U preventing it. s “The state of Conn'snt.l ) in favor of conservitive ‘and { ical administratio; y dent that this envi record will not be impaired the present system of your h body. “The general assembly.of 1 Tecelved general commendatio! efficlency and economy, and that this 1917 general assem establish a still better record respects. 3 “In edministering the affair: state there is seldom any oc excuse for party alignment is' had in congress when' pol considered as to which' politi ties differ. This state is a lar ness corporation, the success agement of ‘which requires ints and patriotism rather than ship, and I trust that each ©of us will act ag if we had beel mously selected and elected peeple of the state as their administer the business of tl and that we shall be faithful trust. $ “MARCUS H. HOLCO]

Other pages from this issue: