New Britain Herald Newspaper, August 7, 1923, Page 15

E. G. HURLBOT IN SERIOUS CONDITION General Manager of Vulcan Iron Works Not Expected To Recover After Operation E. G. Hurlburt, geneéral manager of the Vulcan Iron Works in this city lles in a critical condition hovering between life and death at the Grace hospital, New Haven, according ‘to late afternoon reports received here from officials of the institution. Mr, Hurlburt was admitted to the New Haven institution on July 10 when he underwent an operation and was later reported as resting comfort- ably. Several days ago, however, his condition became more serius several doctors were called into con- sultation. Little hope is held out for his recovery. Col. Schute Predicts Shortage of Cotton New Yeork, Aug. 7, — Col. J. J. Schute, former president of the Liv- erpool Cotton exchange said before sailing today on the Mauretania that “according to crop conditions, there is going to be an actual shortage of cotton in the world,” He said the recent rise in cotton resulted from too many peoplé being on the short side and trying to cover. 50 Moros Killed in Hot . . e e Scrimmage in Philippines Manila, Aug. 7.—Fifty Moros were killed and a number wounded and three members of the constabulatory were wounded in a pitched battle near lake Lanao on the Island of Min- danao yesterday, it was reported to the governor general's office today. No details were given. Prominent Persons Are . . Involved in Bucketing New York, Aug. 7.—Stock bucket- ing cases including that of Edward M. Fuller and Wm., F. McGee, confessed bucketeers, probably will be present- ed to the New York Federal Grand Jury which will be sworn in today, it was learned following announcement by Federal Attorney Hayward yester- day that Fuller and McGee had made complete confessions. Mr., Hayward intimates today that several prom- inent persons were involved. $72 a Month Pension for Civil War Vets Is Urged DesMoines, Towa, Aug. 7.—A reso- lution proposing that congress a pen- sion of $72 a month to every living soldier, sailor or marine who served in the Union forces in the Civil War and was honorably discharged, is to be submittel to the fifty-seventh na- tional encampment - of the ,Grand Army of the Republi¢, to be held at Milwaukee, Wis., September cording t6 a general order {ssued from national headquarters hers today. BISSELL TAKES OFFICE Bridgeport, Aug. 7.—Harvey P, Bis- sell of Ridgefield recently appointed collector of the pert of Connecticut -to succeed James L. McGovern, took the oath of offies-in the-federal building today. Judge John W. Banks of the superior court administered the oath. and | 3, ac-| The A, G. Hammon auxiliary will hold its next regular meeting at the state armory on Thursday evening, August 23, at 8/ o'clock. The Woodmen of the World meet tomorrow night at 8 o'clock in 1. O. O, I, hall. The Catholic Women's Benevolent Legion. will meet Wednesday evening at 8 o'clock In St. Mary’s school hall, |_ PERSONALS Joseph Edman, Jr, of Westwood Park is vacationing at Stratford, Conn. John Crean, organist at St. Mary’s church, left today for New York city, for a few days vacation. Former Sub Chaser Found With Big Load of Liquor Hempstead, N. Y.,, Aug. 7.—The converted yacht Dorothy, formerly a submarine chaser, today was seized by customs officials in a raid. Liquor worth $75,000 was confiscated and two men, one of whom Clarence B. Coombs, is said to be a Nassau county deputy sheriff, were detained, al- though no charge was lodged against them. Coombs with Charles Wirts, oiler on the Dorothy, boarded the yacht after the raid and surrendered at revolvers points. Customs men said they found cash and checks totalling $1,470 in Coombs pockets. Officlals are investigating a | by Coombs that he had gone | Wirts to “regain the -yacht | pirgtes.” Special Hose to Bring Water to Town in Mass. Worcester, Mass., Aug. 7.—Faced by a water famine that has left the householders of Shrewsbury without a supply for domestic purposes and the fire department without a supply| to fight fires, the selectmen of the| town appealed today to Worcester for relief and Mayor Peter F. Sullivan ordered a special hose line laid and ythe water be used from the eity hy- drants. story with from Senators and Members of House Honorary Bearers Washington, Aug. 7.—These sena- tors and representatives will act as honorary palbearers at President Harding's funeral here tomorrow: Senators Lodge, Massachusetts; Curtls, Kansas, Watson, Indiana; Overman ,North Carolina; Filetcher, Florida, and Kendrick, Wyoming. Speaker Gillett and Representa- tives Burton, Ohio; Butler, Pennsyl- vania; Cooper, Wisconsin; Garrett, Tennessee; Garner, Texas, and Haug- hen, Towa. # Big Four Express Robbed, | Loot Estimated at $15,000 | Indaianapolis, Aug. 7. — Four men bound and gaggged the express mes- senger on Big Kour passenger train 44 and escaped with five sealed pack- ages and a number of railroad remit- tances valued at $15,000 last night at Peoria, Ill., according to word réceiv- ed by officials of the railroad today. | held tomorrow. NEW BRITAIN DAILY HERALD, TUESDAY, AUGUST 7, 1928, Funerals J. Guy Andrews, The funeral of the late J. Guy An- drews of Hast Hartford, formerly of New Britain, who died at his home in East Hartford Sunday night, will be The body will be brought to this city and services will be held in the Erwin chapel with Rev, William Ross officiating. Interment will be in Fairview cemetery. Mr. Andrews was 64 years of age. He was born n New Britain and re- sided here until about a year ago. He was born in the old Andrews home- stead on Burritt street, and was a son of the late John H. ano Julia B. Church Andrews, He leaves three sons, George G., of Akron O.; Frank H. and Elliott of| this city; two brothers, James E. and Joseph R., and two sisters, Mrs. Geor- giana A. Hopkins and Mrs. Frank H. Johnston of New Britain. Isaah Gillespic Funeral services for Isaah Gillespic will be held tomorrow afternoon at the Erwin Mortuary chapel probably at 2 o'clock. Interment will be in Fairview cemetery. Erest Anderson Funeral services for Ernest Ander- son were held this afternoon at 3 o'clock from his late home on An- drews street. Rev. Henry W. Maier, pastor of the First Congregational church officiated and interment wa! in Fairview cemetery. Fifteen in Governor’s Party to Washington Hartford, Aug. 7.—Gov. Chas. A. Templeton, his executive secretary and Aonson T. McCook and his staff, mak- ing fifteen men in all, will assemble this evening in New Haven to take the Federal Express to Washington, where they will participate Wednes- day in the funeral procession of President Harding. Justice Seeger to Hear Arguments in Ward Case Newburgh, N. Y., Aug. 7.—Supréme Court Justice Seeger announced today that he was satisfied he has jurisdic- of Isaac N. Mills, counsel for Walter 8. Ward, indicted for the murder of tion to hear arguments on the motion Clarence Peters, for permission to in- spect the minutes of the grand jury which returned the indictment. He set next Monday as the date for the arguments. Thomas J. O'Neill, rep- resenting Attorney General Carl Sher- man, said he intended to oppose the motion. TAX REPORT The July report of Bernadotte Loomis, collector of taxes, has been issued and is as follows, taxes, $1,- 720,805.66; sewer, $1,603.50; street improvements, $700.30; street sprink- ling, $8,302.88; personal, $1,526; to- tal, $1,733,028.43. This is a gain of $364,485.46 over July of last year, Herald Classified ads are now an established step in the progress of TRUCK DRIVER KILLED Struck by Express Train at Grade Crossing at Lime Rock Station and Dies Lateér at Hospital, Danbury, Conn., Aug. 7.—Harry Munson, 36, of Stockholm, N, Y., em- ployed by the Lane Construction Co., Meriden, was brought to the Danbury hospital this aftérnoon suffering with injurtes received when the motor truck he was operating was struck by the Pittsfield-New York express at Lime Rock station. His right arm was severed and he had severe in- juries about the head. Munson died in the 12:30 o'clock this noon. MAYOR 70 TAKE ACTION ‘Will Bring Grove Hill Paving Contro- versy to Attention of Public Works Board Tonight. The matter of the Grove Hill pav- ing which Mayor Paonéssa says he will not approve until he can see the money ‘to. pay for the job will be brought to the official attention of the board of public works at its meeting this evening, the mayor stated late this afternoon. It will be remembered that the council voted to pave this street, Mayor Paonessa vetoed the motion because thére was- no appropriation to cover it. Council passed it over the mayor's veto and the latter has taken the stand that he will not permit any city department to go beyond its ap- propriation except in case of emer- gency. In stating that he would bring the matter officially to the attention of the board of public works this even- ing, Mayor Paonessa said this after- noon, “I am determined to go through this year without a special tax if it can possibly be helped.” hospital at BUILDING PERMITS The following building permits were issued at the office of the building commissionér this morning: One family frame dwelling at 1364 tSanley street. Owner, W. J. Mayer; builder, F. C. Beaulieu, Plainville. Cost of building $5,600. Frame garage in rear of 343 South Main street. A, H. Edmon, owner. Cost of bullding, $1,400. Brick garage on Summer street. Owner, L. Cianel. Cost of building, $2,000. ELECTRICAL REPORT The report of the electrical inspec- tor C. J. Curtin, for July has been is- sued and is, permits issued, 86; new houses, 27; old houses, 49; laundry, 1; garages, 11; stores, 19; repair shops, 2; gas stations, 2; temporary work, 1. FEARS FOUL PLAY John Sargis of 485 Main street complained to the police today that George Boyos, a roomer at his house, left on Sunday afternoon and has not returned. The report stated that Boyos carried $100 in bills with him and did not wear a coat. Sargis according to the police, fears foul play. The first typewriter was made in 1867, New Britain’s second hand market. The Point of Contact E better mouse-trap. HERE'S a simple catch in the familiar phrase that tells how the world beats a path to the door of the man who makes a The maker of anything, if he is to win the plaudits of the world, must not only manufacture a superior product, but must also let folks know of his achievements. He must point out just why his mouse-trap, his automobile or his shaving cream is bet- ter than his neighbor’s. He must advertise. Advertising is the point of contact between the man who makes something and the man who wants something. Through an advertisement, a manufacturer can tell you in a few short minutes all you want to know about the article or the service he has to offer. - This newspaper is canstantly full of ideas that other men and women have thought out for your personal benefit, Fail to read the advertisements and you remain in ignorance of countless products that would make life easier, happier and more interest- ing for you and your entire family. - Advertising gives you news of the latest and best things made—with word as to what they will do, what they cost und where to get them. Think of all you miss when you overlook the advertisements. Read them regularly—every day { with the American Association Published by the New Britain Herald in co-operation } of Advertising Agencies THE HERALD HAS BY FAR THE LARGEST CIRCULA- TION OF ANY PAPER PUBLISHED IN NEW BRITAIN MORE THAN 9,000 DISTRIBUTED DAILY It is the Only Loeal Newspaper With An Audited Circulation WALL STREET STOCK EXCHANGE REPORTS 10:30 a.m.—Considerable irregu- larity developed in the first hogr when selling pressure was applied to the cheap oils, equipments, steels and a few miscellaneous issues. New lows for the year were established by Omaha, Allied Chemical, Phillips Pe- troleum and Skelly Ofl, Baldwin and American Locomotives each lost a peint. 10:30 a. m.—The upward tendency of stock prices was resumed at the opening of today's market. American Car jumped 4 points and Mack Truck, Stewart-Warner Speedometer, Col- orado Fuel & Great Northern pre- ferred cach opened about a point higher. American Locomotive touch- ed a new top. Steels were heavy. ‘Wall Street, Noon—Despite the in- termittent liquidation of the minor oils and a few speclalties, the main | price tendency was decidedly upward during the morning. Short covering operations again predominated but | the strength shown by many seasoned | dividend-paying shares also guggested investment buying of "those issues. The best gains were recorded in the | equipment, chemical, fertilizer, public utility, motor and motor accessory groups. Associated Dry Goods, Mack Truck, Maxwell Motors A, American Agricultural Chemical preferred and Colorado Fuels sold 2 to 3 points above yesterday's final quotations. Call money opened at 4% per cent. Hign Low Close . 28%% 28% 281 98% 87% 89% 60% 158 Am Am Am Am Am Am Am Am Bt Sug Can .. Cr & Fdy..1 Cot Oil .... 6% 5% Loco ...... T4% T2% Sm & Re.. 57 56 Sum Tob .. 19% 193 Tel & Tel..122% 1228 Am Tob .......145 145 Am Wool . 85 84% Ana Cop . . 40% 39% Ate Tp & S F.. 96% 963% Baldwin Loco ..1148% 1123 Balti & Ohio ... 48 47% Beth Steel B ... 48% 473 Consol Textile . 6% 6% Can Pacific ....146 145 Cen Leather ... 17% 163 Ches & Ohio .,. 60 59% Chi Rek I & P. 21% 20% Chi Mil & 8§ P. 16 14% Chile Copper .. 26% 26 Consol Gas .... 61% 61% Corn Prod Ref.122 119% Crucible Steel . 623 61 Cuba Cane Sugar 10% 10 12% 12 . 21% 195 174 173 Gen Motors .... 14 18% Goodrick BF . 23 22% Gt North pfd .. 54% 53% Insp Copper ... 29 29 Allis-Chalmers . 41 40y Pacific Oil . . 83% 33% Int Nickel 1% 11% Int Paper . 817% 313 Kelly Spring T'r 817% 21% Kennecott Cop.. 34 33% Lehigh Val . 607% 6014 Mid States Oil.. 6% Mis Pac ... . 103 N Y Cen .. . TR NYNH&H.. 12% Norf & West ..102% North Pac Pure 0Oil Pan Am P & T 61% Penn R R 43 Plerce Arrow Reading . 5% Rep I & 8 445 Royal D N Y.. 42% Sinclair Ol Ref 22% South Pacific .. 85% South Rail . 821 Studebaker Co 10414 Texas Co . Lo 42 Texas & Pacific 15% Transcon Oil 59 Union Pacific .. 127% United Re St .. 72 U S Rubber Co 39% U 8 Steel . . 89% U 8 Steel pfd .. 117 Utah Copper 59 Wilys Overland ‘Westinghouse Gen Electric (Judd & Co.)’ Bid .. 780 Asked 785 540 145% 160 Aetna Life .. Travelers Rights ... Hfd Elec Light . Am Hardware .. Bige-Hfd Cpt Co . Bills & Spencer com ... Bills & Spencer pfd ... Bristol Brass .. o Colt's Arms . Eagle Lock Fafnir Bearing . Hart and Cooity Landers, I cee Niles-Be-Pond com . North and Judd .. N B Machine com N B Machine ptd Peck, Stow . . Russell Mfg Co . Scovill Mtg Co .. Standard Screw . Stanley Works com . *Stanley Works pfd . Torrington com .. Traut and Hine . Union Mtg Co .. *Ex-div. 45 20 45 TODAY'S TREASURY REPORT U. 8. Treasury—Balance, $286,832,151. SHOE FIRM BANKRUPT New Haven, Aug. 7.——J. A. Lavin, doing business as the Walters Shoe company of Hartford, has debts of | 821,485 and assets of $1,300, accord- ing to a bankruptcy petition filed to- Girard, Ill, Aug. 7 Five persons were killed near here late yesterday when a northbound Illinois Traction eystém car etruck an automobile. The dead are: Mr. and Mrs. George E. | Walkop, and eight year old son; and Mr. andMrs. Joe E. Walkop, all of Pinckneyville, INinois, BROWN BANKRUPT Harry Brown, Dwight street truck- man to , through his attorney, David L. Nair, filed a petition in | bankruptey in the United States dis- | trict court of New Haven. He gave his assets as $100 and liabilities of $7,440.42, 3 sometimes The soil of Siberia is "| frozen to a depth of 63 feet. | Beymour street owned Stanley R. Eddy, Manager We Offer— 180 Stanley Works Preferred JUDD We Offer: To Yield 6% %. 7. NEW BRITAIN Telephune 2580 Members Hartford Stock Exchange We Offer:— 50 STANLEY WORKS 50 NORTH & JUDD Waterbury Danbury Middletown G. ¥. GROFF, Mgr.-—Room 6509, LETTERS OF CREDIT Bank by mail. i i MARRIAGE: LICENSES ISSUED Main Streot Widower to Take Bride— Several Property Transfers Record- ed With City Clerk, A marriage license was issued this afternoon by City Clerk A. L. Thomp- son to Otto Allen, a widower, of 287 Main street and Miss Lillian Fortin of 473 Park street. A license was is- sued last evening to Edward G. Nor- den of 18 Winthrop street and Miss Helen V. Gustafson of 435 Stanley street, Real estate transactions last even- ing included the transfer of property from Harcy T. Bodwell on Industrial park to Joseph Wassik. A store at § Max Ken- nedy and Hyman Rubin was leased to Peter Dilbara for a term of five The milk route owned by G Ostman of Pla ille has been 30l Aaron Segal of New Britain. Michael Machowski has transferred property on Carlton street to Frank and Maryanna Szot. MAY APPOINT SU 38 A successor to Miss Kdith Brooks, who resigned as laboratory techni- cian may be appointed at a meeting of the board of health this afternoon, {1t 15 expected. PUTNAM & CO. Members New York Stock Exchange Members Hartford Stock Exchange MEMBERS HARTFORD STOCK EXCHANGE Members New York Stock Exchange Hartford: Hartford-Conn, New Britain: 23 West Main Street, Tel. 1815. NORTH & JUDD MFG. CO. STOCK Thomson, e & Co. New Britain National Bank Bldg. g 31 West Main St., Tel. 2040 (LTI 2 T & CO. Trust Bldg., Tel. 3-6320 LT T T HARTFORD 10 Central Row Telephone 2-4141 Members New York Stock Exchange Donald R. Hart, Manager 50 LANDERS, FRARY & CLARK WE DO NOT ACCEPT MARGIN ACCOUNTS. JOHN P. KEOGH Member Consolidated Stock Exchange of New York STOCKS BONDS Direct Private Wire to New York Bridgeport New Haven N. B. Nat'l Bank Bldg.—Tel. 1012 The Hartford-Connecticut Trust Compan Old State House Square, Hartford, Conn. Safe Deposit Boxes, $5.00 and upwards. Foreign Exchange to all parts of the world. — GENERAL BANKING It is safe and saves time. e e —— Mississippi Voters Are Voting at Primaries Jackson, Miss., Aug. 7.—Mississipp} voters cast their ballots today in a democratic primary for nominations for governor and other state offices, the first’ general election in which women have participated. Nomination is tantamount to election. Candidates for the gubernatorial nomination are: Senett Conner of Seminary; Henry La Whitfield of Columbus; Theodore G. Bilbo of Poplarville, former govere nor; Judge Percy Bell of Greenville and Lester C. Franklin of Clarksdale. RICHARDS WINS MATCH Southampton, N. Y., Aug. 7.—Vin- cent Richards of Yongers, N. Y., won his match in the Meadow club tour- rnament today after a long battie with Dr. George King, New York, §—G6, *11—6, 8—86. FLIERS CROSS LAKE Milwaukee, Wis,, Aug. 7.—Two air men, R. G. Conant, Westfield, Wis., and Montford Waushauer, Milwaukee, in a land plane crossed Lake Michigan at its widest point this morning, land« ing at Holland, Michigan, in 57 min- utes. The flyers were enveloped in a fog throughout the trip. This is the first tine an airplane hgs crossed the Lake. The “White Hquse Boys”