New Britain Herald Newspaper, January 11, 1918, Page 5

FIREMEN'S RAISE FAVORED BY BOARD Flat Increase of Filty Cents a Day Proposed An increase of 50 cents a day for members of the fire department, irrespective of rank, was recommend- by the fire commussioners at a meeting held last evening, after a cemmittee consisting of Captain Mi- chael Butler, Lieutenant Thomas F. Higgins and Fireman John C. Con- nolly, pleag in support of the 20 per cent. increase sought. Lieutenant Higgins, chairman of the committee, presented b= of the pay of firemen in Hart- d, Meriden and New Haven. Ie also spoke of the increase in-the cost of necessities, such as uniforms, and in answer to a question by Comm &l Camp, he stated that uniforms now cost $23.50 compared with $14.60, with interior material. Trous formerly cost from $4.50 to $5 are now quoted at $7 a pair. The regula- tion cap costs $1.75 whereas it for- merly sold for $1.50. syould allow about a year for each uniform, but occasions arise when a uniform might be destroyed in one day, the lieutenant said. The com- mittee chairman cited an instance all ed where one of the members of the | expenses of $60 in | had is annual salary. In reply ion by Commissioner Camp, nant Higgins said that a 20 per cent. increase during the present high gost of living period and a reduction of 10 per cent, permanent increase later would suffice. Captain Butler explained that he did not favor a 20 per cent. increase now, only to lose it later. Chief Dame supported the petition of the men for an increase, stating that many of the new members of the de- partment left more lucrative positions in"the factory to be of service to the city. The commissioner authorized the chief of the department to ascer- tain the amount of Liberty Bonds the firemen had subscribed to. The scale to be recommended for the fire department fallows: . $1,982.50; captains, $1,584.10; m~ $1,481.90; first-grade men, second-grade, $1,281.15; grade, $1,1 The estimates for H’l(‘ ensuing year, based on the new scale of wages, also including increases of $100 each for the chairman and clerk, are as follows )"'\\1011 department 750.00 600.00 700.00 jthe departure of Kdward Burke for | placed before the board thmr‘ s that | Ordinary wear | .366.00 | | mechanical superintendent. NEW B 12,250.00 100.00 500.00 700.00 500,00 400.00 7,700.00 800.00 00 00 .00 .00 .00 .00 INlew Apparatus Horse Hire Incidenta | Supplies Jighting Subway Rent .. | Itepair to Buildin Care of Quarters . | Telephones ... New Equipment ... Insurance .. Bell Rental $102,466.00 To Provide Adequate Room Chairman Magnell submitted to the board a plan ar e F. King of the police comm for raising the roof on the rear part of the Commercial street building to provide adequate facilities for both dopartments. Chairman King stated that the policemnen were in need of in- sed room, and Chairman Magnell explained that the same conditions | eonfronted the firemen, Building In- spector A. N. Rutherford was called into session and he said that the pro- | posed plan would add'a new room | measuring about 6s by 27, or two | rooms measuring 34 by 27, at an esti- mated cost of $3,450. This sum will only cover the cost of erection, and additional expense will be incurred n fitting up the firemen’s quarters. Commissioner Camp moved that it be considered the sense of the fire board to work in conjunction wita the polico board in the matter. Commissioner Moran amended the motion to have a committee appointed to look into the matter and if it is deemed advisable to include the changes in the esti- mates. The smendment was carried and Commissioner Moran and Chair- man Magnell were named to handle the matter. Cormraissioner Camp was the selection of chairman for the committee, but Commissioner Corlon insisted that Chairman Magnell work with Coramissioner Moran. After a communication from the Gamewell Fire Alarm company had been read by the chairman, calling at tention to the increase in alariu boxes from $137.50 to § after February 1, the board voted lo purchase five new boxes at §137.50. Tnvestigation Ordered The difficuity in Englne company No. 4 in reaching a fire on Black Rock avenue about a week 220 was inquired into by Commissioner Moran. In re- sponse Chief Dame said he was ill at the time and has not heard that there was any trouble. He was advised by the board to investigate the matter. About That Accident The recent accident in which members of the fire department two and a member of the police department re- ceived injuries while-doing repair work on the junior pump at the Central sta- tion was aired when Commissionar Camp brought up the matter of the Prior to Camp Devens, he was in charge of this end of the work and no accidents were reported. If there was anybody named as his temporary successor, no record of it has ever been received. The matter brought forth a diseus- | sion of the board relative to liability for injuries sustained by private par- | .des riding on fire apparatus or in any manner working chairman was instructed to take the matter up with the corporation coun- sel to determine if injured city em- ployes are under the workmen’s com- | pensation act. Officer Matthias Rival of the police department was among those iniured in the recent accident. There is a diversity of opinion among | the fire commissiorer ; as to where tho liability lies for the injuries of the policeman, Commissioner Moran giv- ing as his opinon that the fire depart- ment was, while Commissioner Camp and Chairman Magnell disagreed, stat. ing their views that the police de- partment wes liable. Although the accident occurred two days before the mecting of the board, the commi ers received no written report, and in giving the reason Chief Dame said .hat Captain Hoffman had jocked it duty yesterd The board directed tnat hereafter written reports of ac- cidents and suspensions be submitted to the chairman within 24 hours. In the discussion of the estimates for the next year, the commissioners delved in the matter of having the po- lice board pay half the cost of heat- ing the building, it being pointed out | that the boiler in the fire station sup- | the warmth in police headquar- | te: The chairman was authorized to take the matter up with the police commission. Chairman’s Salary Increased. The Gamewell Alarm in a communication read, quote | figures of $8,200 for apparatus at the central station, with an additional | charge of $1 an hour for installing it. The new system would follow the lay- of underground cables for the | subway, entailing a cost of $7,700. | This will be included in the budget. The new estimates inciude provis for the purchase of a new aerial truck and the appointment of five additional firemen about October 1. The board also voted to recommend an in- crease in salaries for the chairman | and clerk of $100 a year, making the remuneration of the chairman a year and the clerk $300. Sick leave to Hugh Clark, Chief Dame, seven d Michael Leydon, two days, received the ap- { proval of the board. The written res- | ignation of Harry Phalon as a call- man in the dep and accepted Fire com- pany, ing six da FRATERNITIES BUSY ‘ i _ Many Appointments Also An- ‘ nounced at Lodge Meetings HARTFORD’S LARGEST SPECIALTY SHOP CORNER MAIN and CHURCH STS., Hartford OUR JANUARY MARK DOWN SALE IN PROGRESS Now offering greater opportunities than ever to pur- chase stylish apparel at very low prices. Our Buyers are at the market almost every week, which enables us to keep our shop in styles that are up-to-the-minute. CO AT Styles surprisingly beautiful Prices. Plain and Fur Trimmed, in terials and colors. $IB all) at Mark Down the best of ma- $39.00 $39.50 Reg. Prices up to| Reg, Prices up to $55.00 CHIC DRESSES AT JANUARY PRICES Divided into four groups for immediate disposal. $9.98 $15.00 Regular Prices from $19.75 $24.50 $17.50 to $40.00. Among various organizations w’ last night to elect or install as 1 as to appoint officials, o following: met of- Martha Chapter, O. F The officers of Martha Ch E. 8., were installed by Past Matron Ida Davis of Collinsville, li announcad the following appoin Chaplain, Mrs. Cora Mrs. Marion Dixon Ine ments: marshal, M Mrs. ; organi Vida Blanche Parker; Olive Martha, Biect M Mrs. Estelle nk Goddard. | Ruth Mrs. Louise Julia Norton; Meisner; ~den, thur; sentinel, Fr McAr- Lexington Lodge. Officers of Lexington lodge. 1. O. O. F., were installed by District Dep- uty A. G. Breckenridge, after whic appointments were made as follows Left scene to noble grand, A. E. Sword; right scene, George custodian, William Helm; Burton Belden; warden, William Beekner: chaplain, John Schroeder; inside guard, William Helm: outside guard, Gustave Melander; right scene support, Charles Spiettstoe left support, W. A. Hockmutlt conductor, White Ttose Camp. the newly eclected of- lite Rose camp: Sarah Buckie B Anna Toomey lor, Mrs. Mary Lord; sentinel, Nellie Jackson; banker, Mrs. Ma Curran; recorder, Mrs. Mary el well; board of managers, Mrs. TRos son, Mrs, Nel Nellie M: MeCGrath, alled Ieh te Deputy Superintendent | Mitchell of Hartford. lic ummy o ary 14 b; Mis. Jc The sie Tather Teague The Tuther lea T.utheran church met last night vlected the following ofiicers: President, Rev. Dr. S. (. Ohman; first vice-president, Emil Larson; re- cording secretary, M Jennie Lun- dell; financial secretary, Miss Hanna { Ringquist; treasurer, Miss Josie Eric- son; pianists, Miss Anna Rorg and H. A. Sjolander. and FARLY THEATER CLOSING. servation, Managers of the varlous moving A. PINKUS, Eyesight Speclalist and Manufacturing Optician. ion- | in the desk at the station and was off | $400 ment was received | ON INSTALLATIONS Osborne: | sue of the Swedish | Manager of Fox’s Aids in Fuel Con- around the cars. 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