New Britain Herald Newspaper, March 28, 1917, Page 3

Consisting of mped NIGHT GOWNS . AT $1.25 EACH. Stamped CORSET COVERS ¢ AT 25¢ EACH. fiamped BUREAU SCARFS AT $1.25 EACH 65c MBINATIONS TR EACH, . ENTER PIECES 3 { r SRT OFF SIX MONTHS shown in our, (’Leary Suspended After Hearing . on Use of Intoxicants Sustaining charges of 'intoxication while on duty, preferred by Chief William J. Rawlings, the safety board, in executive session last night fol- lowing an open meeting and hearing given "the accused, imposed a #ix months’ suspension on Supernumer- ary Policeman John J. O’'Leary. The decision was made public by Clerk A. (E. Magnell. O’Leary was suspended pending action by the board the imorning following the “firebug” scare upon receiving a report from Capt. T. W. Grace and Sergeant Wil- liam C. Hart. Although it was feit that thére might be certain excusable circumstances, the commissioners commented on the' gravity of the of: fense and felt that'a substantial pen- alty should be imposed for the good of the service. O’Leary was one of the supernumeraries detailed to spe- cfal duty during, and after, the “fire- bug’ ’scare. His condition was re- ported to police authorities by Ser- geant James Curtin of the militia and Sergeant Hart was detailed to investigate. Appearing against the accused were Chief Rawlings, Captain Grace and Sergeant Hart. Sergeant Hart tes- tifled as to O’'Leary’s condition, when ‘found, as to how he took him to head- Quarters in the department service jcar and then took him home. Cap- tain Grace testified as to his connec- Admits Having Two Drinks. O’Leary contended that he only had taken two drinks. had not been feeliig well for some time prior to ‘| the incident and had no expectation to attengd to internal sanit h.Of the drainage systemi of the' body as it is to.the draias of the ba LA use. Those of us who are accustémed ‘to 1 dull and heavy when - We arise, headache, stuffy from a”cold, 1 tongue, nasty breath, acid ' atom- instead, feel as fresh .as a by ppening the sluices of: the ym each morning and flushing ‘whole of the internal nant matter. ¥ ‘Everyone, whether :ailing, , sick‘ar rell, should, each morning before th breakfast, drink a glass of real hot | 'water with a teaspoonful of limestone Pphosphate in it to wash from the stom- ach, liver and bowels the previous day’s indigestible waste, sour bile and " poisonous = toxins; thus cleansing, “sweeétening and purifying the entire “‘alimentary canal before putting: more food into the stomach. The action of hot water and limestone phosphate on 'an émpty stomach is wonderfully in- ng. It cleans out all the sour ferméntations, gases, waste and - Ity and gives one a splendid appetite Co? breakfast. While you are enjoying your breakfast the rhosphated’ :hot i} water is quietly extracting a large vol- ¥2 ume of ‘water from the blood and get- g ready for a thorough flushing of | ‘the inside organs. “Fhe millions of people who are both- d with constipation, bilfous spells, ch trouble, rheumatic stiffness; ‘who have sallow skins,” blood and sickly complexions arel jed t0 get a quarter pound of lime- ne phosphate from the drug store. is will cost very little, but is suffi- nt ‘to make ‘anyone a pronounced nk on the subject of internal san- li, a w to dry and injureithe skin or ‘hair. Resinol Soap comtains abso- rno free alkali, andtoitis added cf being called upon to do duty that night. " He denied' that he was in- toxicated; Captain Grace told how he received a complaint that O'Leary was'in no condition to do police duty and detailed Sergeant Hart to in- veéstigate. He said that the accused was under the influence of liquor when brought into ‘headquarters and was sent home in the service car. He said that. O'Leary has not done a great deal of duty but that he under- stood .the use of licuor was one fail- [ing. ' It was testified that he had never seen him under the influence of liguor previously. Sergeant Hart said that he saw the accused staggering at Elm and Seymour streets.and told how he took %' headaqilarters. accused madeé a strong plea in He explained thot gen {il for njné days prior to' nifht’in qUestibn, was fh ‘no com ‘dition+to do. duty but ‘xaMsed . t! all available men were needed. In civilan clothes, he was assigned 'to '\!W“lt\tha Church street fire and later at'Hatch’'s garage building. He testified that he had informed Chief Rawlings of his illness and later tried to telephone to headquarters but was unable to get a satisfactory connec- tion in the excitement and rush 'of business.. He had taken but two drinks end was talking with Police- man’ Meehan when Sergeant Huart came along. He supposed that it was his. relief, istepped into the automo- Lile without any om'oeflun and was ?{elfiy surprised’ when taken . 'to eadquarters and later to his home. ‘Question of Vemmcity. % Certain parts of statements by the accused were refuted by Chief Rawl- ings. The latter sald “I want to. give évery one a chance but I do not want ta such statements made wheén 1l .is not &' bit truth in them.’ /O’Laeary replied “I am not trying to make a liar of you, chief, but I spoke ‘40, you ‘at the Hatch fire and asked to be excused.” +*No, you did not," replied the chief. “You asked me if there wis anything 'hat was at the Church street replied O'Leary. He was then again asked as to the number of drinks he had had that night . and ' replied that there were only two. The hear- ing was then closed and action de- ferred until executive session. Burton P. Sage, of 1395 Stanley street, employed by the United Elec- tric Light and Water company, ap- peared as ap applicant for the newly created posftion of assistant city elec- trician, stated detafls relative to past work and was questioned by the com- missioners. He sald that he is willing to take the place for at least a year, for the sum provided, . although it might not be as much as he could get where he is now employed, or in' a similar position elsewhere. But he expressed the belief that there was a future and he was willing to work for it. He believed that an experienced man can get a very good idea of the city system by a year's work om the wires and electrical apparatus. A communication was read from the Gamewell Fire Alarm System officials relative to recommending candidates for appointment as assistant electri- cian. It stated that good linemen and electricians are scarce and ‘that they were unable to recommend anyone at present. An application for the ap- pointment was received from Joseph C. Wratschke, electrical contractor. 1t was referred for future reference. No action was taken relative to the ap- pointiment, it being decided to take up the question at a future meeting. To Guard Property. Preparedness of local concerns for expected trouble as a result of the international crisis wag noted in a ‘| communication from the United Elec- h.'ep the hair rich, and 3 Jdght erty of the ‘o that the lwatch.over its property and prepar- i ing for any emergency. Explanation was made that the men are armed. Chief Rawlings said that it was only desired that the men have the police ' powers on property of the employing concern and during the time that they ‘ are in its employ. Upon motion of Commissioner Howard M. Steele, the petition wag granted. Robert J. Rice was added to the list of special police- men at the Stanley Works. | As a result of a motion by Commis- sloner Steele, the traffic policemen will begin doing duty of eight hours’ straight April 1, doing away with their being off duty an hour for dinner. It was suggested that the men will not go en duty until 10 o’clock, instead of an hour earlier, as at present, wili. have no hour off at noon and will end their i duty shortly after 6 o’clock at night. Chief Rawlings was authorized to make the necessary arrangements and attend to the details conmnected with the innovation. He expressed him- self as favoring stralght police duty without having it broken up’ by time off for meals. He said that he favors the same regulations for men on night duty, that is eight hours straight duty luncheon. But it is impossible, he ex- able, . Commissioner Steele explained his motion., hat ejieves it i fi"v‘. ’m%?:‘:m! g"en off for an*WSWE-E¢-ridon; oF SRErHI¥ atter noon, trpfigrig g § Althoug! required to work nine hours, accord- ing to ordinance, it was decided that the hour off for dinner can be as well taken at the end of the period of duty, as during It. Commissioner Steele recommended hours of from 10 in the morning. until 6:80 at night with a half hour for relief during this time. Chief Rawlings made no objec- tions and was directed to make the necessary arrangements, No Appointments Made, Appointments to fill vacancies on the regular police force and furnish one or two additional men needed came up but upon the motion of Com- missioner Frank J. Moran, no action was taken. He suggested that actlion be deferred until there are more eligible candidates. ‘The report of the ciyil service commission was read | showing that Supérnumerary Police- man Frank R. Hahn, an officer with an excellent praobationary record, passed the examinations with a per- centage of .96. It was aslo noted that Supernumeraries Ira B.' Plerson, Charles Grace and Gustav Carlson are also eligible. Supernumerary Grace has recently been appointed to the raflroad detective force of the “New Haven” road. \ Chief Rawlings was questioned as to whether there are not members of the supernumerary farce, who have not completed their year's proba- tionary service, as required by or- dinance, who would make satisfactory members of the regular force. The reply was in the affirmative, Upon motion of Commissioner Steele, Clerk Magnell will petition the cammon council to have a suspension of the qrdinance requiring one year's service as & supernumerary before appoint- ment to the regular force. It was stated that there are a number of &ompétent meén on the supernumer- ary force, who, because of not having i quite a year's service on the force, are | not eligible for appointment as regu- lars. John Koslowski, Thomas A, Cully and Joseph A. Pac, reported by the civil service commission as having passed the examinations, were ap- pointed supernumerary policemen. It was reported that Willlam Frey @nd Edward J, Conlin have passed the examination for appointment to the fire department, No action was taken, the matter being referred for tuture action. § Commissioner Steele inquired rela- tive to when the motorcycle policemen will be assigned to duty and wasin- formed that it will be as soon as the streets are in condition, probably about April 15. He inquired further as to whether there are any satisfac- tory men in the department for this assignment, other than have done motorcycle duty. Chief Rawlings said that he believes he can secure a satis- factory man and have him taught to handle the matorcycle. This detail was left to the chief, Commissioner Steele made inquiry as to whether some system can be de- vised so men on traffic duty. will not be taken from their posts to accom- pany the patrol and ambulance on emergency calle. This, in the belief of Chief Rawlings, comes entirely within his province and he expressed the belief that there can be little change with the present available day force. He explained that often the calls for patrol or ambulance service demand immediate response and it is along ‘efficiency lines to get a man quick. Men on traffic posts are always available at once. He does not be- l{eve that taking them occasionally is detrimental to efficiency. It was ex- plained that the calls are nat frequent cnough to act detrimentally, Police Station Janitorship. Securing a change in the janitor service at headquarters by having a man who will do the work and also be available as chauffeur, in an emer- gency, was brought up by Commis- sioner Steele. He expressed the belief that some arrangement should be made whereby an extra chauffer is available. This was illustrated by the statement that, if the regular chauf- feur is out with one of the depart- ments's cars, the other one is not available, unless under a delay. He was informed that much difficulty is likely to be experienced in securing a person, capable as a chauffeur, who would be willing to do the work of janitor and that the ordinary janitor would not necessarily be able to act as chauffeur. No action was taken. Inquiry was made as to how many members of the department are cap- able of chaffeur duties. It was stated that the patrol-ambulance service is growing much more in importance to the department annually and some provision should be made to have a regular chauffeur on duty nights in- stead of making it a side line for some supernumerary officer, who 'is willing to sleep at the garage and take chances on being able to secure sleep through lack of calls for his service. without time off at headquarters for: plained, until a larger force is avall-] It was the opinion that pro- | visions should be made so that:‘the assignment will be a desirable one and afford a man such wages as will cause him to be willing to considér it | regular work and not a side line. | Master ‘Mechanic Edward G. Burke y made his first report on the condi- | Hon of the department's apparatus, | { explained it in detail and was. closely | ' questioned. As a result, it was voted to request the American ‘LaFrance people to send an expert here to cor- ! rect minor faults and see that the apparatus is placed in first class con- | dition. No action was taken relative to the request from the Newington . select- men relative to some arrangement ; whereby. the local department ¢an be .| called on, in case of émergency, to give "aid in the Maple Hill and Golf Links sectlons. It was noted that the Hartford department has heen re- quested to give similar protection to the eastern part of the town .as far as Newington Center, has the proposition still .under discussion and is seeking to.‘learn ‘what arrangement is made between thé town and ‘the local de- partment. It was suggested that the use: of chemicals would he all that ‘would be desired.. Fire Chief Robert :M. Dame said that he viewed the use of chemicals, in glving of suggested aid, as poor policy on the ground that, it there was a fire, it would be be- yond the reach’of chemicals by the time that the ,call for assistance was received and apparatus reached the scene. No action was taken, the mat- ter being deferred for future consid- eration. ( POLICE TAKE CENSUS OF ‘TANGO PIRATES" Thus Far Seventy-Six Idle Young Men Have Been Enrolled New Yok, March 28.—A census of ‘“tango pirates” was begun by the po- lice yesterday in connection with their investigation of the strangling of Mrs. Elsie Lee Hilair at the Hotel Martinique on March 15 last.” About twenty-five Broadway establishments were visited, and the police obtained tho names of seventy-six men who, {t was sald, made a practice of meeting women, especially married women, in those placés. According to the po- lice information, the only means of livellhood of these men was the money they received from the women. ‘This seemed to bear out a report originating in the Hilair murder that the business of preying on = married women in some of these places had grown extensively since . afternoon dancing became popujar, "and ' that many of the resorts were infested by “tango pirates.” The police made no arrests, but will keep the names on file for future reference. Search was begun by the district attorney and the police last night for an anonymous letter . writer, to be a woman, who wrote ‘that's day or two after Mrs. Elsie Lee Hilair was strangled, a man resembling Benny Sternberg asked her employer, a jewelry “middleman,” if he could ‘“‘dispose of some diamonds in a hurry.” The intimation contained in the letter was that the diamonds were those stolen from Mrs. Hilair at the time she was murdered, The letter was signed with.three Xs. It was addressed to the captain of the Forty- seventh street police station and read in part as follows. “You can rest assured you have the right person. . . T am sure he is the same person who came into the of- fice where I work as typewriter to see my boss on private business. ‘When he came in he asked the boss if he could see him privately, and I was asked to go into another room. Before I got out of the door I heard him ask if he: could dispose of some diamonds in a hurry. I do not know what bargain they made, but am he 18 the same person yvou have in custody. He was in the office several times before and always had some- thing to dispose of, but I never was asked to leave the room before this occasion. “My boss is a promoter and middle- man, and that is all I know about his business, although working for him. Of .course, I would lose my position if I came out publicly; still, I am will- ing to do even this much in the in- i terest of my ‘sex, because such rascals are all about us' at every turn we can make.” Alfred J. Talley, assistant district attorney, said last night that the writ- er of the letter would get every pro- tection if she revealed her identity either to him or to the police. The police talked yesterday to a woman who said she thought she had seen Benny, Mrs. Hilair, and another “tall man” on Forty-second street, between Madison and Fifth avenues, &t noon on the day of the murder. Inspector Cray and Mr.: Talley also questioned other, persons, some of whom may appear as witnesses when the coroner’s inquest is continued this afternoon. /| the home of the accused. TEMPERANOE ANNIVERSARY. The Swedish Temperance Fedéra- tion will celebrate the tenth anniver- sary of the founding of the order to- night in the Swedish Lutheran church, The program will be opened with an organ selection by H. Sjolander, church organist, fallowing which an address of welcome will be delivered by C. O. Kallberg. After scripture reading by T. Asklund there will be five minute addresses by Rev, 8. G. Ohman, Rev. J. C Klingberg, Rev. Gustave E. Pihl and Editor A, Fred- enholm of the “Swedish Eastern ‘Weekly.” A member of the Hartford delegation will give a short address after which Mrs, A. Freddenholm will render a vocal solo. G. Krusberg will read a poem and the history of the organization since its organization. |. Talks will be given by past presidents i'and the present president,’ Gustave Modeen, will bring the program to a close. CONTEST IN THIRD BEGINS 0 LIVEN Curtis' Opponents Meet-at Mayor Quigley’s Office Strong support in favor «f Alexan- der Mackay for alderman irom .the | Third Ward is being brought to bear | and Councilman Orson F. Curtis and his followers are assured of a lively battle at the primaries. Despite the fact that the mayor seems to be lined up with Mr. Mackay, Councilman Cur- tis apd his coterie of followers are, not greatly, worried, they state, and expect to sweep aside the opposition’ when the voting ‘takes place. . The primaries will be held on Friday of this week and instead of having the Third Ward balloting at republican headquarters the polling place will be located at the' Eddy Awning company in the rear of City Hall. Mr. Mackay and his supporters, in- cluding those on whose counsel he is said to have decided to enter the race, are waging a determined bat- tle. Last night twenty-five or more Third Warders who are interested in Mr. Mackay's campaign gathered at the real estate office of Mayor Quig- ley to talk over ways and means of defeating Councilman Curtis. Mayor Quigley was present at the meeting and is said to have favored the oppo- sitiofs to Mr. Curtis. This is only nat- ural, however, as a year ago the two men opposed each other for nomina- tion as mayor. While there is no dis- senting comment as to the right of the mayor to have his- personal views, there are any number of people to- day who are openly criticising his hohor for meddling in ward politics, and more especially since several peo- ple from other wards than the Third were present at last night's session. The concensus of opinion seems to be that the contest for alderman in the Third Ward should be handled by the Third Warders without interfer- ence from residents of other wards. By thus taking sides in a race for a council chair many feel that the mayor is taking a step that may lead to dissention late Calm and uncommunicative as usual, Councilman Curtis makes but few comments on the outcome of the Primaries, but he appears extremely confident. He has already been as- sured of some excellent support in the Third ward. Stark For Constable. The republican town committee, in making up its list of constables for plages on the voting machines next month, has returned George A. Stark in place of Genario Palmieri. A year ago the town committee saw fit to drop Mr. Stark in favor of Mr. Palmieri. Nurczyk Not a Candidate. Another change has taken place among the aspirants for council hon- ors among the democrats. Paul Nurczyk, advisor of the Polish-Demo- cratic club, who some time ago an- nounced his candidacy for alderman in the fifth ward, has withdrawn from the race In- favor of former council- man John J. Riley. Thus, Mr. Riley will again be pitted against Willilam J. McCabe at the polls this year as he was two years go when the re- publican came out a ‘winner. , WOMAN'S OLUB ANNUAL. Mrs. A. J, Sloper Elected President at Yearly Meeting. There was a fine attendance at the annual meeting of the Women’s club held in the Baptist church yesterday afternoon and all were enthusiastic over the musical program rendered by Mr. Miller, ‘cellist; Mrs, Miller, violinist, and Professor Laubin, planist. The following officers were elected for the ensuing year: President—Mrs, Andrew J. Sloper. | Vice Presidents—Mrs. (B, W. Schultz and Mrs. I. D. Russell, Recording Secretary—Mrs ILau- rence Mouat; Corresponding Secretary—Mrs. R, N. Hemenway, Treasurer—Mrs, George Rapelyo. Auditor—Mrs. George B, Germond. TO HAVE JURY TRIAL. The jury trial of Tony Vernale, represented by Attorney Frederick B. Hungerford, vs. Josephine Giatalo, represented by Judge B. F. Gaffney and Attorney M. D. Saxe, is scheduled for ‘trial . Thursday before Judge James T. Meskill in city court. The following jurors have been summoned by Constable Fred Winkle; Henry J. 'Vilé, John A. Blake, Willlam H. Cad- well, " Charles M. Oquist, Willlam Schagfer, Andrew J. Barker, . Jamés J. Watson, Peter Crona, Herbert L. Mills, Isaac F.' Mills, Clayton A. Par- ker and Herbert J. Blake. Action was brought because of the alleged theft of $120- by the defendant from Both lived iu the same house. Mrs. Giafalo was bound over from the local police court: but discharged by State's At- torney Hugh M. Alcorn in superior court without arraignment. SOUGHT TROUBLE; GOT IT. Unappreciative of the hospitality of police officlals and opportunity to secure lodgings without expense, Vin- cent Dagel of 135 Veteran street, Meriden, signalized his voluntary visit to headquarters last night, by applying foul names to Capt. T. W. Grace and other members of the departmrent. His conduct was not rel- ished and he was escorted to a cell by Chaffeur Matthias Rival. Today he was sentenced to sixty days in jall by Judge James T. Meskill in polica court for intoxication and va- grancy. Chief Willtam J. Rawlings accused Dagel of being a ‘“rounder”. and ‘“nuisance.” He is a partial cripple,/ being obliged to go about on crutches because of the loss of one dags Comes These Towels, Made in Irelzsd, That We Had Given .. Up As Lost ¥ We Shall Them at Remarkably Low Prices When we received word from New .York, the, other day of th arrival on one of the steamers from across the water of a shipme of linens from Ireland, we were puzzled to know just what it ¢ A little less than a year ago we had ordered a cepfain consist of, d 1ot of towels from the leading' manufacturer in Ireland, but as they i did not appear we had given them up as lost, supposing that they been the victims of some predatory submarine. i On long lost Towels. our order we can sell them ining the importation we discovered that they were the And mighty fine quality too. Under the terms of for the matter of 25 per cent. less n,-, the present import price of such goods. 1 Our only regret is that there are not more of them. The Prices Huck Towels, fine quality, 14x22 e.cee Pure Irish Linen Towels, 15x23 Pure Irish Linen Towels, extra fine, 16x24 Very Fine Irish Linen Towels, 18X30 ccovccmess Pure Irish Linen Towels, 18X30, swweesosos Pure Irish Linen Towels, 19x34.. . Very Fine Irish Linen Towels, 20x36 ... Pure Irish Linen Towels, 20x36 cemmmes coe .+ 50c, 590, 69¢c; . e et — Pure Irish Linen Towels, 233X40 .ceecanseons weoeene 85¢, $1.35, &I Short Lengths of Huck Toweling This importation included also some very desirable short: of Huck Toweling running from 1-3 yard to 8 1-§ yards tn length, . widths from 15 to 27 inches. Suitable for a good many 3 cluding scarfs and' doilies, and we shall sell themn for-about h what the regular prices of such materials would be. Main floor, south stors. A STYLISH, NEW' CORSET WILL The new models we are now showing will add a new charm: te your personal appearance, support and fashionably shape your. and increase your bodily comfort. A diwersity of the Iatest always in stock. They will appeal to even the most fastidious taste. ' Experienced Corsetiere and Commodieus Be sure to see the new ‘“Ukalele Belts they're at $1.00 to $2.98 each. THE WOMEN'S APPAREL SHOP, itttog at. “HOFFMANN’S” HOT CRO! S BUNS B ‘We have them hot every day at 3:30 p. m. Hoffmann’s Bak 62 West Main St.-TWO STORES-95 Arch Rheumatism 4 Is My Weather Prophet. can tell stormy weather days off by the twinges in my shoul- ders and knees. Rut here’s an old friend that soon drives out the pains ..gl.ch'u‘!.lnl t is 80 easy to appl, joan s rubbing a l"?i‘:‘fil‘l: right In‘::d’é: the pain. Cleaner than mussy plasters and ointments. Try it for gout, lumbago, nea= , bruises and ins, your m’%sa. S0c. and $1.00, hard work. 3 Several Matched Pairs, 2,600 & Ibs., 1 Pair Blue Roans, 3,100 Pair Dapple Greys, 3,200 Bays, 2,900 Ibs., 1 Pair Good 2,700 1bs. ;. Several Chunks, 1,050 to 1, some good brick-yar r A Horse suitable for These horses show lots. Every Horse as SCONDON'S NAME I8 -, ANTEE OF SATISFA P. H. CONDON & 30 Laurel Street. -~ ON; |