New Britain Herald Newspaper, April 25, 1918, Page 3

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A\ Boston Store BEAR BRAND YARNS Extensive shipments re- ceived during the past week enables us to supply many of the much wanted colors that have been practically out of the market for several weeks. A. A. KNITTING EXTRA HEAVY KNITTING ART KNITTING SPANISH KNITTING GERMANTOW. SHETLAND FLOSS SHETLAND WOOL SAXONY FUZZY WOOL VICUNA ANGORA An Aftractive Showing of STAMPED GOODS Also the required Threads with which to complete the work. »McCALL PATTERNS 10¢, 15¢, 20c. —-0— PULLAR SENDS CABLEGRAM T0 CAPT. GRISWOLD TGommon Council Voices Apprecta: tion of Soldiers Heroism _ The special meeting of the common council last evening, called especially to consider the development of the Burlington water supply, developed but little in the line of conclusive re- sults, although Councilman Charles McMurray of the fifth ward bid falr . to start things Tolling when he arose and declared that to his mind mem- Bers of the Home and City Guard are, in a way, “slackers”. This sortle called forth some caustic remarks from Mayor Quigley. The council voted to send a cablegram of appre- clation to Capt. A, H. Griswold. No Action on Water Supply. The first item taken up at the spe- .cfal meeting was in reference to the Hevelopment of the Burlington water supply and its estimated expense of about $3825,000. Chalrman W, B. Rossberg, Ernest N. Humphrey and P. J. Bgan, representing the water board, and City Engineer W. H. Hall explained the plans in detail and an- swered numerous questions propound- ed by the council members, As the dfscussion contlnued it waxed warm- er and at one time, after Mr. Hum- phrey had taken occasion to reply to some question in a rather spirited council members to be courteous in their cross questioning of the com- missioners. Alderman O. F. Curtis injected a little humor when, in op- posing the scheme at the present time, he said: “I don’t want to see New Britain go dry, but I don’t think this is the time to do this work.” He also called atfention to the ex- pense and declared that under gov- ernment regulations no big municipal bond issue cam be floated unless it has the approval of a sub-committee of the treasury department. Coun- cilman George M. Landers replied that at this time, when the govern- ment is throwing out money in mil- lion dollar lots, he dikl not think there would be any opposition to any | plan to increase New Britaln's effi- dlency, especially in view of all the war contracts that are dependent on the local concerns, which are in turn dependent upon the water supply. Councilman . Bichstaedt of the second ward told the council he want- ed to go on record as favoring the development plan and he wag for be- ginning work at once. The matter was finally dropped when Alderman Curtls put through a resolution call ing for a delay of one month when the question will again be taken and more detalled information provided and at thls meeting the city treasurer will be present to mive some idea as to the city’s finances. Objects to Term “Slackers”. Several weeks ago Mayor Fitz- Gerald of New Haven sent a letter to the council advocating the abatement of personal tax for members of the Home Guard who give so freely of ~their time to drilling. The matter was referred to Corporation Counsel J. E. Cooper and was intended locally to include the City Guard as well }an expre manner, Mayor Quigley cautioned the The lawyer reported last night that| in the opinfon of the atiorney gen- eral, with whom he agreed, the coun- | cil has no right to abate the personal | taxes for members of the Home Guard | and the same applies to the City Guard. There then ensued ‘some dis- cussion during which a majority of the council members favored evolv- ing some plan to abate these taxes as sion of appreciation to the Home Guardsmen, when Councilman McMurray arose and moved that the whole matter be tabled, explaining: “Anyone who belongs to the Home rd or City Guard is a ‘slack a way, I think.” ,Mayor Quigley i medlately spoke from the chair, ing that members of the Home Guard and Clty Guard are not “slackers” in any senso of the word and the coun- cil members ought to be very careful what they say lest they bo called upon to make a retraction. Alder- man O. F. Curtis also rallied to the defense of the Guardsmen. The re- port of the corporation counsel finally accepted. Auto Contract Criticised. The matter of turning in the auto- mobiles owned by the police depart- | ment, plus $2,000 in cash, for two Reo cars, caused an upheaval in tho council and despite the arguments of Chairman P. ¥. King of the police board the council refused to ratify | | the contract, azreeing almost unani- mously that the city was not getting enough in return for its two The contract as submitted called for the expenditure of $2,000 in cash and turning in the auxiliary patrol, an old Hudson touring car, and the chassis of the present White patrol. The al- | lowance for these two cars made by the Russell P. Taber Co. of Hartford was but $630. Councilman Charley Gillin immediately declared he did not think the city was getting enough ‘for the two carg and Councilman George M. Landers was also insistent that the city was on the small end ! of the bargain. He declared that tha White Motor truck is about the best | of its kind made and if the eity is turning in the present ct s an allowance greater than that provided | should he allowed. Councilman An- ton J, Stelner was of a similar mind was | noticed | company and added t little work the he thought with a present White patrol could be fixed up in good condition. Councilman George . Wells enter- tained similar ideas and Alderman A. M. Paonessa said that a person could get more for a second hand ‘“‘flivver’ than the Hartford firm had allow the city for the White truck. Chair man King read a long list of defects with the White car, but in the opinion of Messrs. Landers and Steiner thesa are minor things that can be eas- ily repaired and do not greatly impair the value of the car. Both of councilmen declared that if that all the matter with the White patrol they did not think it necessary fo buy a new one. In connection with this argument Councilman Steine 1 ho has seen the police depart ment service car driven throt the strects in the rain, the driver not hav- ing taken the trouble to put up the top. If this is the kind of treatment the city employes give the city he did not wonder that they needed repairs, and he -added that he other Instances where cars are not given the best of care After a lengthy discussion the coun- cil declined to accept the contract and referred the entire mat- ter back to the police commission. Petitions A petition was received Gustave Johnson asking that sign on the corner of Kast stre Jubilee street be repaired. Council- man Gillin also introduced a resolu- tion calling upon the Connecticut to install concreta sleeper under the rails in the center of the city to reduce the vibration in varl- ous buildings. Mrs, Mary E. Steele of Prospect street, who sold her prop- crty to the state last month, applied for an abatement of this year's taxes, These matters wero all referred to the proper committees The minimum in taken up mak 3 mum wage for ¢ these wad cars city Received. from J and wage question was and a resolution per day the mir odied day work- passed il Recognizes Griswold 1« | action of th hing was the unamimous vote to accept Coun- proposed | the | Are You Wasting Good Coal in an old, burned out, troublesome range when a new Glenwood would save from 100 to 500 lbs. in every ton? Just figure the saving in dollars for one year and then for five or ten years, and you will quickly see why it will pay now as never before to trade that old stove for an up-to-the-minute Glenwood. There are hundreds of models to choose from at fair prices. Get a Glenwood and let it pay for itself in the coal it saves. Complete Gas Range attached to the end of Coal Range ern 511700 cilman G. M. Landers’ gram of appreciation and honor Captain A, H. Griswold nition of his valiant fighting at hattle of Seicheprey. The reso- read: olved, That the mayor be A and he hereby is - a unanimous vote of the council send a fred F. Griswold of the 102d In. fantry, American Expeditionary ng the sincere the city of New Britain his heroic conduct under fire at and that the council hopes opportunity may present itself the city shall publicly honor sons to particularly dis- T sh himself on the battleflelds of liberty in F 0 At the last council meeting the membera donated $30 for the pur- of a new flag and but $25 was ent, Alderman Paonessa On motion of' Alderman N the $3 vas turned into the fund for tobac for the soldiers and sailors. RED CROSS NOTES to au- Force, upon Scichepr the when has chase Comfort Bags Containing Small Games and Puzzles Wanted for Sol- An order has been received from for 1,600 comnfort bags for the dicrs. Small games and small puzzles wanted to go into these bags, and old and to the arc | anyvone 11 having playing cards or games them street, puzzles is asked to send Red Cross on Court A special order ical pads week for over 2,000 sur- filled within the surgical dressir been filled to ca- order was completed has been The rooms have city and cord ti hborhood Auxiliaric the doing i are resolution { such calling for the council to send a cable- | mittee in France in | requested | caglegram to Captain Al-' con- reported. | effective as a kidney, | always satisfled with dicrs—More Surgical Pads Needed. | May Red Cross headquarters in New York | sol- | good work that a special been appointed to that part of the work is no more yarn for aters, so the knitters ate the mak of Ar soon as the sweater iu, notice will be given. The weekly all-day church will be held at Friad April com- his take cure of The ting sw concent knit- on wool comes sewing Mark's Gth. weeting church on MAKE ROOM FOR NEW nee srvies regro troops Devens, were moved into the overflow barracks of taday in preparation for the second araft contingent to ,received here frem New England tdhiorrow DRAFT. Two comprising at Camp tents and other units en hattalions in training ——— GREAT PRAISE Your Swamp-Root h proved very liver and blad- customers are the henefits oh- tained from Swamp-Root. [ know of several ailments of the kidncys, liver and biadder that have been cuved by it and I always recommend it when- ever T can. After selling Swamp-Root for eight years I have heard nothing but words of praise. Very truly your: w. der remedy and my H. TEAGUF 6, 1916. Lewiston, Maine. to | Letter 1 & Co., | i i | Dr. Kilmer | Binghamton, N. L= B What Swamp-Root Do For You, Send ten cents to Dr. Kilmer & Co., ninghamton, N. Y., for a sample size bottle. It will convince anyone. You will elso receive a booklet of valuable information tellir out the kidne, ind bladder. When writing, nd mention the New Britain Herald. Medium and 1 for sule at all drug b i Prove Wil he su D. res. Friday and Saturday. Suits Friday and Suits Usually $45.00, $49.50 and $55.00. tional, exclusive, smart, may be greatly disappointed. A BIG PURCHASE FROM LEADING MANUFACTURERS GARMENTS FROM OUR OWN STOCKS Friday and Saturday we intend to sell more Coats, Dresses than ever before in two days. usual prices weo have secured from leading of new Coats, Suits and Dresses which we lowest prices, in addition to garments from of sizes and colors are somewhat broken. These Sults usually $256 and $35. made of dependable materials and properly taflored. Bults of pop= lin, gaberdine, and jersey and serges. Better Suits Friday and Saturday at $35 wo-Day Sale Women’s Coats, Suits and Dresses Unrivalled Valuyes AND Suits and great concessions from manufacturers hundreds shall offer at the very our stocks where lines At Saturday $19.75 Attractive up-to-date models, $49.50 and $55.00. Suits taken from our regular stock marked down from $45.00, To close Friday and Saturday at only $35 each. Suits having the very best of designing, tailoring and finish, excep- | ‘Those who do not come promptly for them TEL. 805 806 Haddock . . 12¢ 1b Cod Steak ......22¢c1b Halibut .........35clb Boston Blue .... 15¢c1b Open Clams .. 20c pt Lettuce Asparagus New Onions will | socks. | | where men were to be sent by the These | For Colds Oranges THE QUALITY STORE TEL, FRESH FISH ) vae 18¢1b Finnan Haddie .. 25¢ 1b Cod Cheeks ..... 25¢c1b Quahogs ..... 20c qt VEGETABLES Celery String Beans Cucumbers Spinach New Cabbage FRUIT Bananas Fresh Strawberries Watch for Our Wednesday Specials HAVE YOU BOUGHT A LIBERTY BOND? Grape Fruit C. A. HAT 1. 238 Main Street men were taken from the depot brie gade from which & number of other transfers were made to various regi- ments in camp to make poom for the new men who will be assigned to the brigade. The camp is so full, offi- cers said, that it 18 possible the 2,500 new negro reoruits assigned here may be sent elsewhere. WILI: KEEP MEN NEAR HOME. Beston, April 26.—New Hngland nien will be assigned to New England jobs wherever possible, Georga A. Sagendorph, in charge of the civilan personnel division of the government ordnance production department 1In this district, said todey, In the past no distinction hes heen made as to department but & policy of assigning them to work near fheir homes would be observed in the future, he said, ax a move for economy, Buy Liberty Bond Set Your Teeth, Clinch You Hands and Hang On— Oh, Hang On! POST ARPE CO. HARTFORD. [o Linonine MARVELOUS MEDICINE Linonine takes that awful kick out of a hard cold and renders it harmless. It is the great fami- ly remedy for all forms of colds and a remarkable preventive for the more dangerous winter com- plaints of adults and children. Have a bottle of Linonine handy at all times—there’s no telling what instant it will be needed, especfally so for coughs that threaten bronchitis. Nothing quite equals Linonine for bron- chitis. All druggists, 60c¢, $1.20. TO THE FRONT AND OVER THE TOP QOur Great Displa of NEW CARPET Right up in the very froi line is our display of Nel Carpets—the most charmi assortment of shades and pa terns. Real variety and re quality at the fairest Never have we shown a g assortment of WIITONS—AXMINSTERS BODY BRUSSE atd and they are the kind a lifetime. to MAETERLINCR'S “BLUEBIRD’ The Photoplay Immortall Coming for Four Big Daj It Brings Happiness WATCH FOR 17!

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