New Britain Herald Newspaper, May 29, 1924, Page 12

12 NEW BRITAIN DAILY HERALD, S —————— SAIGON AND HONOI PARISES OF EAST Eversthing There Is on the Parisian Plan Washington, D. C., May 27 French boulevards with their walk cafes, pastry shops and dis of Parisian modes; fashionab!y ed ladies who drive in the pa afternoon; Latin accents, and m the other touches that ma what it is, are to be found in and Honoi, in French Indo-( thousand five hundred miles fr Eiffel Tower as the v—or a Frenc airman—flie; bhulletin fre the Wa of the National The bulletin de really French cities to be touched hy Captain D'Oisy in lis spectacular fects of wond who poke about in the or the Far East In them T accomplished as much as Amer done with Manila or Great Br with Hong Kong or Singapore; and in addition to giving them industries cleaning them and supplying sanita- tion, public utilities and good rule, the French have greatly beautified them. Like Progressive Furopean Capitals “Bits of these cities seem veritable parts of Paris set down barely outside the jungle, Well-shaded and perfect ly maintained houlevards cross both cities, and lining them or set in near- by parks are monumental public buildings In the hest French architec- ture, In certain sections of the cit fes it Is difficult to realize that one is not in a progressive FEuropean capi- tal, were it not for the ‘rikishas that flash by pulled by trotting Annamites, “The major parts of both Saigon and Honoi are given over to native quarters, but those portions of the cit- ies are apart from the heautiful and FEuropeanized sections. As in Chinese cities, the native stores are eonfined to special quarters, There is thus a section in which dwell copper and brass amiths, another for potters, an other for cabinet makers, ete. Railroads Furnish Western Touch “Railroads serve hoth Saigon and Honol; and monumental ‘Union Sta- tlons,’ puffing locomotives, and the familiar long spans of steel, vaulting broad rivers, take one's thoughts again hack to the west, “Salgon, which is the eapital of Cochin-China, France's first Asiatie land, was also for a long time the center of administration for the other provinces and protectorates that make up French Indo-China, But in 1802 that distinction was taken from Sal. gon and conferred upon Honol which has since grown steadily In import ance. Saigon proper has a population of about §3,000, but its suburbs swell the total to near 200,000, scenic Wonderland Along Coast “Honol has ample possibifges for autification and the French " have made the most of them. In addition to the Red river which serves as a transportation artery, the city and its environs are dotted with a number of lLe Grand Lac, many times its size Some of the most charming parks and drives of the city are on the hanks of these lakes. The population of the city is more than 000 “The Bay d'Alon e to Haipong, port of Honoi, p its one of the most striking scenic features to be found in either hemispher Rocky isles and peninsulas of various hues carved by the waves into manner ht caverns, and innumerable other shapes—make 1p a sort of super-garden of the Gods A few sightseers ndQ/ t in time it is mevit tourists will wonders as they do Alaska'® SEEK. MYSTERIOUS WOMAN Board of Health Receives Alleged Spite Complaint Reganding Property On John St., Which Is Unfounded, » mysteriona woman who ard of Thealt ices two or thr s and complaint” wi there lation for it, usi the © woman in of is what the health nts to know and is investi t is also what a certain John wants to know, and in me of mind, it is likely appeal to (he authorities be- is through. started when an vndesirable 1s forced to vacate an apart or tha property owner was 1 to consult Assistant Pros Attorney William M. Green stein, The tenant moved under pres sure but it is alleged conveniently forgot to sattie for two weeks rent This was several weeks ago. With in the past few days a woman, ahout 0 years old with a girl of school ags accompanying her, entered the hoard of health office, gave her name as that of the bride of a few weeks who has jnst moved in to the recently vacated apartment, and sald the premises on John street were not in sanitary con- dition, Sapitary Inspector John Do an called at the premises, looked them over, ascortained the facts in the case and the health board records now say, “No eaunse for complaint,” and the added comment is “spitc complaint,” (Cocos Island Hunt l';nils To Find Hidden Treasure | Vancouver, B. ', May 29-—Reports recefved here indicate that the efforts of the little steamer Gunner, which salled from Vancouver last winter for Cocos Island in the Indian Ocean in search of chests of gold supposed to have bean hidden in that vicinity by revolutionaries many years ago, have been unsuceessful The expedition carried all necessary working implements, ineluding a met al detector, an invention of a Van couver man. The detector, was truth ful in pointing to metal, great masses of which were uncédvered, But it was the debris of some previous treasure. hunting expedition, f{ron shovel, tin cans, wheebarrows, pick axes and so forth The search was pressed until sup- plies ran low, forcing the fortune lakes ranging from Le Petit Lae, per- | hunters to sail for Vancouver, %hey haps half a square mile In area, to are expected here late in May., T_Goldenblum Millinery Co. Saturday Morning Main and Court Sts, 9 to 12 A GREAT CLEARANCE 200 Trimmed Hats, Sport Hats Children’s Hats Special $ 1.00 No need to describe these values as they are almost given away for the price. Our Summer stock is arriving daily and we must have the room for display. Come early for first choice! SPECIAL! _ALL DAY SATURDAY Just Arrived! 300 NEW SUMMER HATS Value $7.50 THURSDAY, MAY 29, 1924, OWhere Prices Are Always Sower aluesThatTalk! to transform a bare house into a real home. In fact, at a store like this, where there is such an abundance of beautiful period styles at all ranges in price, it becomes a pleasure to work out each room individually, combining one piece with another to achieve the effect you are seeking. Here also, vou will find experienced men who are interested in helping you work out your ideas economically. They are more interested, always in givirig you helpful, friendly coun- sel than in selling yougust furniture. IT takes such a little when your furniture is well chosen Here's a charming bedroom group vou're sure to like! All four pieces exactly as illustrated, are in rich walnut, including a large dresser, a full size vanity dresser, a commodious chifforette and a heautiful bow-end bed. Tt is a hedroom suite of real character— priced at a most unusual reduction, $237 50 . Extra special at Convenient Terms A bedroom value that will astonish you tomorrow! The group exactly as illustrated, includes a semi-vanity, a bow-end bed, a roomy chifforette and a large dresser with beautiful mirror, all fin- ighed in beautiful walnut. Be sure to see $1 79 50 . this group at the new low price Convenient Terms VELOUR LIVING ROO Three pieces comprise this charming living room group, very gimilar to illustration, large, luxurious davenport, fireside and club chair; all upholstered in beautiful shade taupe velour over splendid steel construction. An $ 1 37-50 astounding value at Convenient Terms GOLDEN OAK SIDE ICER Refrigerator Made of thoroughly seasoned ardwood lumber, insuring against open joints or warped or shrunken parts — insulated with charcoal heathing — lined with odorless wool and non-rusting enaniel baked on steel, A remarkable value at just 24 Convenient Terms I's An Asset come each month and using it for the purchase of furniture? We find so many people in this way are able to completely transform their home, a room or two at a time and never feel the expense. We have worked out a budget plan that will be helpful, that can be adapted to your own circumstances easily. As you plan this month to better your home, come in and talk over your plans with us. See the beautiful furniture you can now huy at such a moderate price and learn how easy it is to own it. HAVE you ever considered budgeting a part of your in- WALNUT DINING ROOM GROUP Here's one of the greatest values in Dining Room Furniture ever offered in Hartford. This group exactly as illustrated consists of an extra large size buffet, an oblong table, a china cabinet, five side and an arm chair with genuine leather seats. You should see this complete nine-piece walnut group. $2 74 50 . Specially priced vessens Convenient Terms WALNUT DINING ROOM GROUP A Dining Room Group value for tomorrow that is surprising! Exactly as illustrated. Included are a massive buffet, a large oblong extension table, a china cabinet with panel sides, five chairs and a host’s chair with seats of genuine leather, This unusually beau- tiful dining room group $154.50 Convenient Terms Beautiful Upholstered Fiber Group Here is one of our finest fiber furniture values for tomorrow! It is a three-piece suite exactly as illustrated, of closely woven r_eed, finished in either ivory or gray. The comfortable spring cushions are upholstered in brightly colored cretonne. $7:7.50 An unusually attractive group for only . Convenient Terms WHITE PORCELAIN KITCHEN TABLE White Enameled Stool This large, sturdy kitchen table in white poreelain. Table has roomy drawer. White enameled stool and table—both at surprisingly low price of only Convenient Terms e S]:fec?al $5.00 ) Goldenblum Millinery Co. Main and Court Sts, New Britain a To Have An Account At Plaut’s Ebeflla%@mbggn @173:1_«_9 u HARTFORD, CONNECTICUT