New Britain Herald Newspaper, December 11, 1917, Page 7

.+ Excellent Program Has Been Ar- ranged for Friday Evening | PRAISE FOR LOCAL GIRLS| 4 . NEW BRITAIN DAILY HERALD, TUESDAY, DECEMBER Watch Our Store News These Days It's All For Christmas It would take pages upon pages to tell of all that we have provided for Yyour Christmas selcction. because of any uncertainty as to what to give. has been considered and provided for in this mammoth while the opening of our new scction gives us chance to better displayfour Christmas wares. No one you know nced be crossed off your list Every need of every ago stock of ours, Things That Delight the Little Foiks Such as Dolls, Toys, Games Etc. Etc. Are Here The removal in Greatest Numbers of pur linens, domestics, blankets an d other supplies from their old location in South Annex to our New Section, has given us ample room in th e space they occupy for better displaying dolls, toys, games and other things that specially appeal to the children than we have ever been able to before. cycles, toy furniture, and Dept. Bring in the youngsters, their joy in seeing the goods Bring them in. will repay you in like wares will be found in the delight it gives you. Larger articles such as sleds, velocipedes, tri- Downstairs displayed our Can’t Say too Much About Coats They are in women’s and misses’ winter models of good warm mater- fals, all the kinds that are popular, all the new colorings and large and varied range of the season’s best models. a Coat can fail to be perfectly satisfied with the Garment such a No one who comes for she seleots. There are Coats with fur collars and cuffs, as well as those with the big convertible collars, snug. of velvet or self materials, that button up close and Choice of Empire and belted styles in Kerseys, PomPom, Bolivias, Plushes, Silvertones, Burellas and Mixtures. Really wonderful Garments speclally priced $16.50 to $50.00. With vast range for selection. WAVING AN AUTOMOBILE PROMPTLY RFORIVING ALL DRY GOODS DELIVERY FOR NEW BRITAIN YOU OAN DEPEND ON PU ICHASED OF U __Berlin News D. A. R. CHAPTER I T0 HONOR PILGRIMS [wny trace the growth of the country bert Knox Smith of Farmington. Mr. Smith is regarded as one of the fore- most men of the state and is a public speaker of no mcen ability. He will probably take as his theme *“Our Fore- fathers,” and in his own interesting from the landing of the Pilgrims through the various phases to the present day when, it ¢s not improb- able he may have some highly inter- esting and pertinent remarks to make about present day conditions. K Girls Are Honored. Two East Berlin girls have been honored by the committe of food sup- ply and conservation of the Stato Council of Defense by being sent offi- clal certificates “in grateful recogni- East Berlin Girls Get Honor Certifi- cates for Doing Their Bit—Iibrary Closed—Streets Slippery and Side- walks are Worse—Other Items. The most important assemblage planned by the members of Emma Hart Wilard Chapter, Daughters of the American Revolution, will take place on Friday evening of this week at the Berlin Congregational church -and will be in the nature of a com- memorative service in honor of the landing of the Pilgrims on December 21, 1620. The members of the local chapter have been looking ferward to this meeting with anticipation ana 7 all have been co-operating to make it a memorable event. Not only will most of the members in Berlin and Kensington attend, but so will a num- ber of invited guests from out of town, including some members of the Esther Stanley Chapter, D. A. R., \from New Britain, ' The program, as arranged by the committee, s an excellent one throughout and includes numbers es- pectally significant for the occasion. Miss Katherine Brandegee is in charge of the program committee, assisted by Mrs. George Dodd and Miss Caroltne Savage. The opening number will be an organ selection, Andante, played by Joseph Claire Beebe. Mr. Beebe is regarded as one of the leading organists in the state and is organist and musical director at the South Congregational church in New Britain. Another number that wil] be both pleasing and en- tertaining wili be a historical pageant of Pllgrims and Indians. Those who are to participate in this pageant have been rehearsing faithfully and their part in the celebration will be in accordance with the nature of the occasion. August Kiein, the talented New Britain baritone soloist, has been sec- cured for two solos of rare beauty and especia] significance. They are Hia- 3 watha's Vision, the words by Henry ‘W. Longtellow and music by 8. Cole- ridge Taylor, in which this fabeled Indian tells in song and verse of his vision of the coming of the white mau and the gradual effacing of his native tribes: and the Recessional by Rud- ' yard Kipling, England's famous poet. The possibilities of these two songs are great and Mr. Klein is perfoctly capable of doing justice to each. Other musi~al numbers are Largo, % from the New World Symphony, a concert overture by Mr. Beebe, the singing of America by the consresa- tion and a grand chorus for the clos- ing number. The principal address of the even- L | g will be delivered by the Hon. Her- tion of patriotic service.” These girls, Iris and Ethel Hazen, with a number of others throughdut the county and state, qualified for these highest hon- ors in the junior food army by can- ning or drying at least 100 pounds of | food during the season. The honor certificates accorded them are four- teen inches long and eleven inches wide. They are embossed with the state seal and signed by Governor Marcus H. Holcomb. Another opportunity to win a place on the honor roll is to be given the girls of Berlin as well as other places through the home economics clubs that are being formed in connection with the Farm Bureaus. Any girl who is interested may apply for a place in one of these clubs through | the farm bureau or by writing direct to the Connecticut Agricultural col- lege at Storrs. Each girl who joins a club will get 12 lessons in cookery and housekeeping and if she com- pletes her course will become a mem- ber of the junior food army and will recelve her certificate of honor and a membership Button from the Commit- tee of Food Supply and Conservation. Soldier Boy Writes Home. Anxiety of relatives and friends of John Trehy, with the American ex- i peditionary force somewhere in France, has begn temporarily relieved by the receipt/of a letter from the) young soldler, posted in France on November 11. From the text of this letter Private Trehy seems to be en- joying excellent health and spirits and declares he is feeling ‘‘as fine as the flowers in May,” and hopes those left sSpring is very late in arriving. It was stated this morning that the Ilibrary building has a good supply of coal on hand which should last all winter. “Creepers” in Demand. Ice creepers, appliances attached ta the soles of the shoes to keep pedes- trians from slipping on the ice, have jbeon much in demand in Berlin and Kensington for the past two Since Sunday the streets have been very slippery and the sidewalks all over town have been in terrible condi- tion. The snow and slush from Satur- day’s storm froze before the property owners had time to clean their walks and since then it has not thawed. In most instances throughout the town- ship people have heen walking in the road, preferring to take their chances there than on the jcy walks, especially since the property owners seem ‘o have neglected to put sand or ashes on their walks. On Worthington Ridge there - was just one property owner who sanded the slippery walk in front of his home. Traffic, as well as pedestrians, is also bothered by the slippery condi- tion and automobiles not equipped with chains find it almost impossible to ascend the grade on Worthington Ridge, while horses that have not been calked are in a similar predica- ment. Galpin’s Hill, which is being used as an excellent coasting place for the children, and a few grown-ups, too, is almost one glare of ice, and this morning several heavily loaded wagons from East Berlin were unable to negotiate the hill. Finally one teamster succeeded in taking his out- fit over the crest of the hill and then unhitched his two horses and returned to assist two other wagons that were stalled. The cold, too, has been intense and last night but comparatively few of the residents ventured out of doors. In no place about the town was the tem- perature higher than 10 degrees above zero, and at Rowley's farm it was only a trifle above zerb, while in some of the lower sections zero weather was reported. Although there is an increased use of fuel necessary, it is reported that conditions in the various schools are comfortable. The school board has a good supply of coal and wood on hand and in addition has taken the precau- tion of having storm doors put on the days. | at home are just as well. Continuing the young soldier writes that all his comrades are well and at | the writing were especially happy as | they had just reccived a consignment of “American smokes”. Inasmuch as | none of the Ameritan soldiers have been able to develop an appetite for French tobacco it is easy to eppreci- | ate the joy at receiving gifts from | home. This letter was addressed to Mrs. Trehy, the writer's mother, and In it he reminded her that he would ob- serve his 22nd birthday on Thanksgiv- ! ing day, but if he receives the box his !p;\rnms sent him early in November, | his friends stated today, he will real- | ize that they did not forget his birth- day. In closing his letter Private | Trehy asks to be remembered to all | his old friends. Berlin Library Closed. The public library on Worthington Ridge in Berlin is to be claged all this woek, pending the installation of a new heating system by H. H. Damon. The furnace that has been used to heat the building for the past few vears has outlived its usefulness and it was necessary to abandon its use and purchase a new one, which is now being installed. The furnace is of the hot air type and should be capable of keeping the library comfortable. In Kensington the public library will probably not have to be closed winter because of the cold, unless the winter is more severe than usual and this | buildings. Interest in Draft Numbers. During the last day or two there has been an added interest in their respective draft numbers evidenced by the young men registered here and today Town Clerk Shaw had several long Wdistance telephone calls from local registrants who desired to be in- formed as to their number and whether or not they will be called to fill the last 15 per cent quota. As yet none of the local draftees have re- ceived any notification to leave on De- cember 19 or thereafter. It is under- stood, however, that the district board has the list compiled and will issue the notifications as soon as orders to do so are received. Tgx Payments Slow. Because tax payments in some in- stances are slow the tax-‘collector is making an extra effort to collect the special tax of 4 mills, due December 1 on the 1916 lists. On Saturday Mr. TLewis will be at the Blue Hills school from 1:30 to 4:30 o'clock to receive payment and on the following Sat- urday, December 22, he will hold forth at the town clerk's office from 1 until 4:30 o'clock. Today Mr. Lewis is receiving tax payments at Jepson's candy store in Kensington from 5:30 to 8 p. m. and on Tuesday he will be at the same place at the same time. Briefs. Mrs. Caroline Fairbanks of Ken- | “Trail Hitter” to V Plainville News | ONE OF SEASON’S SELECTMEN CALL SPECIAL SESSION To Gonsider— Advisability of Re- building Town Hall 10 BE HELD DECEMBER 17 t Town and Will | Talk at Evening Service at Advent | Christian Church Sunday Night— | More Emnlistments. Following a meeting of the board of selectmen, yesterday, it was decided | to hold a special town meeting, which will take place Monday evening, De- cember 17, at 7:30 o'clock, in the | Grange hall. The purpose d&f the meeting is to consider the advisability of rebuilding the town building and to appoint committees to work on the pProject. Other matters concerning the town building will also be dis- cussed and action taken. It was learned this morning that a settlement between the selectmen and the insurance adjusters regarding the recent fire and estimated lass at the Town hall had not been reached. An amicable agreement will probably be closed today. The Plainville Hose company re- ceived the full amount of insurance carried on thg¢ furniture in the fire- men’s rooms 'which was $300. The furniture was completely destroyed and a tatal loss. About $200 was granted to the di- rectors of the library on damage by fire, water and smoke to the furniture and books in the library rooms. The books and furniture were insured for $1,200. Epidemic Under Control. As far as can be learned, the recent epidemic of whaoping cough in this town is well under control. No more cases have bedn reported to the health officer and the parents are do- ing their bit to prevent further spread of the disease. Those who are quar- antined with scarlet fever are report- ed as pragressing favorably. Going, Going, Gome. In the past few weeks many of the young men of the town have made their declstons to get into the service before December 13; many have al- ready presented themselves at re- cruiting stations, have been accepted and are now at home waiting to be called for active service; while others have already been assigned to vari- ous military posts. Gage Kent, son of Dr. and Mrs. Kent af Forestville, a registered phar- macist, and employed at Byington's drug store, and Peter N. Prior, son of Mr. and Mrs. Peter Prior of Canal street, were successful in enlisting in the ordnance corp rtford yes- terday. They enlisted as accountants. Kent and Prior leave for Hartford tomorrow morning at 7 o'clock where they will be given their final examina- tions and sent immediately to Fort Slocum where they will be assigned to military posts. Both of the young men are well and favorably known in the town and each held a lucrative position, Prior for some time having been empoyed at the Plainville Trust company. Kent has had some military ex- perience which should prove a valu- able asset. He and Dr. Lawrence Frost, who is now) a first lieutenant in the medical corps, were the or- ganizers of the local military unit. Kent held the rank of top sergeant and was instrumental in bringing the efficiency of the unit to a high stand- ard. Prior also was a member of the medical corps. Peter Skinner, son of John Skinner of 114 Broad street, also enlisted in the ordnance corps several days ago and will leave for Fort Slocum to- morrow morning. Sknner has re- cently been employed in Hartford. Robert Curry of 68 Bast Main street, who successfully passed the examinations at Boston for.the avia- tion section of the signal corps, left yesterday for Fort Slocum and in all probability has been assigned to a section. John Smith of Park street has ¢n- listed in the navy and is now at his home in this city awaiting his call to the colors as is Eldred Minor, sington is spending the winter in Phil- adelphia. There is no change in the sugar situation in Berlin. ‘On the contrary there is even less of this sweetening commodity than there was a week ago when at least two dealers had a small supply. Today not a single dealer in Berlin or Kensington had an ounce in their stores, they declared. The assessors are continuing their “daily work at the town hall where they are making up their lists and putting them in the rate hooks. The East Berlin Village Improve- ment society will give a dance in Athletic hall on Friday evening. The Berlin Agricultural society will meet tomorrow night for its annual businesg session and election of offi- cers. Mrs, S. M. Cowles and Miss Pauline Bauer of Kensington are in Hartford today where they are attending an all-day missionary meeting. ‘ Mrs. Willis Upson leaves tomorrow for New York where she will spend the next two months. i Mrs. May Bonds Avery of Pitts- fleld, Mass, is the guest of Mr. and | Mrs. E. Burlingham Schurr of Worth- | ington Ridge. | Mr. and Mrs, Carl Johnson of Ber- lin are receiving congratulations on the birth of a daughter, born Sunday night. On Thursday evening there will be a supper at the Kensington Congre- gational church, followed by an en- tertainment by the Inanda club. 11, 1917. AFTERNOON FROCKS This is one of the smartest of the season's afternoon frocks. Certainly nothing more chic has made its ap- pearance from the fashion arbiters. This model is of brown satin and vel- veteen. It is confined at the waist by a silk cord tassel. The hat has a brown burnt ggose-seal hand. who is connected with the aviation corps. “Trail Hitter” Coming. Frank Goodman, ek-race track gambler and trail hitter of the Billy Sunday campaign in New York city, will be the speaker at the Sunday evening service at the Plainville Ad- vent church. “What I found at the end of the sawdust trail” will be his topic. The speaker’s subject is said to be pne of the most interesting stories that ever came from human lips. His addresses are attracting general and wide-spread interest in Christian churches and men’s meetings because of his analysis of situatidns which confront the youths in large cities. Goodman Is a one time gambler of international reputation and hit the trail last spring, April 24, at the Billy Sunday revival in New York city. His wide experience as a bookmaker and his instinctive knowledge of the in- ner workings of gambling, added to his striking abilitv to explain and elucidate, makes his advice of immieas- ureable benefit to young men. Mr. Goodman comes to Plainville highly recommended as BRITISH TROOPS BEING RUSH a forceful 10,460; one meter gauze or sponge, | at the home of Mrs. ! Main 3 A PRACTICAL CHRISTMAS! There's every evidence that this is to be a practical « Christmas in every sense, into its own. We have the practica not useful and necessary, it the true Christmas spiri and so this store will come 1 gift things, nothing that'’s nor will fail to carry with t See our display and particularly ask to see our Rug and Drapery specials. E '[!1 FLINI- - and interesting speaker and it is prob- able that a large audience will greet hym at the services in the Advent church Sunday eyening. Letter From Usher. Town Clerk R. C. Usher this morn- ing received a letter from his son, James Usher, who is a member Df: the mosquito fleet in foreign service. ; Although the letter bore no post- mark, Usher is thought to be helping patrol the shores of France. The let- \ \ ter was not dated but was evldantly’ sent before Nov. 28 as he mentionea | that he expected to have a good Thanksgiving dinner on board ship. : In the letter as & present to his father was enclosed a silk handker- chief of the finest material. In three corners were flags of the Allies while in the fourth corner was a Christ- mas picture and the National colors of the United States. Class to Be Held Monday Night. The class of workers in surgical dressings which in the past has been | held on Thursday night of each week | Minor on Kast street will meet on Monday nights in the future. The class this week will be omitted. Owing to eon- | flicting dates, members of the com- ! mittee thaught the change would prove beneficial and/more convenient. The rooms on East Main street in the Minor home will not be opened on December 24 or 25. However, they will' be open all day, Thursday and Friday, the 27th and 28th. ¥ The public will probably be inter- | ested in a partial recapitulation of the material turned out by the workers since fheir organization. The list, as compiled, follows: Gauze compresses, ; eve dressings, 15 in pnckagés packages; roll bandages, rolls; pillows, 905; knitted bed socks, 168 pairs; knitted wash cloths, 401. Although this is a very creditablé list, it is hoped that there will by enough additional workers during the next year to double the output of ing length of time. May Form Red Oross. A meeting will be held at the home of Stanley Gwillilm on Hough street, Thursday night, December 13, for thi purpose of considering the advishbil- ity of forming a Red Cross branch in Plainville. ‘It is thought that this project will prove favorable to the community. Annual Food Sale. The Parish Guild of the Church of | our “saviour will Christmas sale of food and useful ar- ticles at the parish house, Thursday.. | The sale, beginning at 2 o’clock in the afternoon, will continue during the afternoon and evening. " Plainville Briefs. 3 Sequassen club held its pegular mecting last evening at the home of E. D. Warfield on Park street. Mrs. H. D. Lapple, street, who recently recovered Ffrom illness, has suffered a relapse and under medical attention. " tured out this morning. He was con | fined to his home by illness, and hi daughter Marian is also quite ill. Cures Colds in Mexico LAXATIVE BROMO QUININE tablety remove the cause. E. W. GROVE'S signature on box. 30c. ED TO THE FRONT have {its annudl’ Fred Smith, of Park.#treet, for thed first time in nearly three weeks, vena . 836, the past few months in a correspond= | 1 of Church.( TO KEEP UP GENERAL HAIG’S ADVANCE IN FRANCE ° NOTICE. Special Town Meeting. A Special Town Meeting will be held at the Grange Hall, Monday eve- ning, Dec. 17, 1917, at half past seven; to consider: The ' advisability Town Building, Also, to appoint committees for the same, To take action on any other mat-! ter concerning the Town Building. (Signed) WILLIAM J. JOHNSON, CHARLES H, CALOR, WILLIAM C. HART, Board of Selectmen. of rebuilding the % I TR 4% 38% Long line of army lorries loaded with British soldiers hurrying to the ! front to take part in the continuous advance against the Germans being | made by General Haig’s armies. They are seen passing through a recap- tured French village, and the fleld artillery is moving up with the trucks to take its invaluable part in the op: ationa.