New Britain Herald Newspaper, July 14, 1927, Page 15

TRANS-AMERICAN AVIATION RAGE Rules for First of Its Kind Announced ' CLASS A (Civillans Only) PRIZES $10,000; $2,060; First Second Fourth, $5,000; Third, $1,000; Fifth, $500. Also cash prizes and silver trophy to first enclosed cabin cruiser to reach Spokane, PLANES ELIGIBLE Open or closed stock models with seating capacity for two passengers besides pilot. ENGINE DISPLACEMENT Greater than 510 cubic inches up to and including but not ex- | ceeding 800 cubic inches. START From Roosevelt field 5:30 a. m. Sept. 20. ROUTE New York to Chicago (five min- ute stop); Chicago to St. Paul (overnight stcp); St. Paul to Far- go, N. D. (five minute stop); Fargo to Glendive, Mont. (five minute stop); Glendive to Butte (five minute stop); Butte to Spokane. Planes will leave stopping points in order of arrival. There will be intermediate con- trol stations where gas and oil will be available. CLASS B (Civilians Only) PRIZES First, $5.000; Second, Third, $1,000: Fourth, $50 $250. £3,000; Tifth, PLANES ELIGIBLE Open or closed stock models with seating capacity for at least one passenger besides pilot. ENGINE DISPLACEMENT Up to and including but not ex- cceding engines of 100 horsepower. START From Roosevelt field 5:30 a. m. Sept. 19. ROUTE New York to Chicago (overnight stop): Chicago to St. Paul (five minute stop); St. Paul to Bis- marck, N. D. (overnight stop): Bismarck to Billings, Mont. (five minute stop): Billings to Butte (five minute stop); Butte to Spo- kane. Planes will leave stopping points in grder of arrival Tntermediate stations will be equipped for supplying gas and oil. Spokane, July 14 (A—Fncourage- ment of commercial aviation and demonstration of the feasibility of |* an alr mail route from New York direct to Spokane prompted promo- | tlon of the National Air Derby from Roosevelt Fiecld to the Spokane air- port Sept. 20 to 22. More than $50,000 to finance the Derby and for prizes was sub- scribed by business men of this city. Natlonal -Aeronautic assoclation approved the transcontinental race. At the samc time it authorized a similar contest from San Franci to Spokane together with national alr races consisting of speed con- tests here Sept. 23 and 24, All are to determine supremacy of commercial or military planes. The idea of developing commer- clal aviation was carried out in the conditions for the New York- Spokane race, which provide for daylight flying and overnight stops at fields that would constitute nat- ural landing points for a commer- cial or an air mail route. As prizes for the larger ma- chines, $18,500 has been offered, di- vided among $10,000 for first, $5,000 for second, $2,000 for third, $1,000 for fourth and $500 for fifth. Smallér planes may be entered for prizes totaling $9,750, to be divided into five awards, from $5,000 to $250. For the San Francisco-Spokane alr race, prizes of $5,000 have been posted, and as awards in the na- tional air races over the local course $15,000 has been provided for prize money. Major John T. Fancher, com- mander of the aviation squadron of the national guard of Washington, is manager of the races. Walter Evans is president and Charles R. Hebberd is treasurer of the Nation- al Air Derby assoclation, which is in charge of financial arrange- ments for the !thls. Dutch Royalty Gets Year’s First Herring Viaardingen, Holland, July 14 (P— The first herring of the season, fresh from the sea, has just been sent to the royal table from this traditional | home port of the Dutch fisherles in- | dustry. In according with anclent cus- tom, choice samples of the catch |were sent to the queen and mem- bers of the royal family. The herrings were packed 1In | |three orange-enameled tubs, and |taken in an automobile decorated | | with little orange flags to the royal | palace at The Hague by a deputa- tion bearing a certificate from the |skipper of the first herring smack to reach Vlaardingen from the | |North Sea fishing grounds. DIVORCE BILL OPPOSED | Santiago, Chile (A—A hcated de- ‘hnio has been occasioned in the chamber of deputic: by presentation of a bill to legalize the divorce in | Chile. The bill appeared to have little {chance of passing. Auto Runs 59 Miles On Gallon of Gas Automoblile engineers who work- ed for years in an effort to reduce gasoline consumption have found the solution in a celous inven- An actual | engineers | miles on a gallon of gas. | s of car owners have. al- | stalled this new in cntion. | v not only report amazing savings but are also surprised to | find quicker pick-up, instant start- | |ing, smoother running motors and | | disappearance of carbon. E. 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REDUCTIONS that will startle you. Iner-Chil Refrigerators Only the finest materials are used In making these refrigerators. An Iner- Chil pays for itself with the ice you save. 39'75 And, from the t o to the largest-—iheyve all been substantiaily reduced. To $110 b AU Il R il Roomy Veranda Rocker Large, high back Porch Rocker with broad, flat arms. Varnished, natural finish. Closely woven rattan back and seat. Ordinarily sells for $6.95. A limited number only, at this sensationally low price. CHARMING LIVING ROOM SUITE IN JACQUARD All Living Room suite floor samples have been marked down to new low prices. Groups in Mohair, Leather, Tapestry, Velour, Jacquard and combination coverings—exposed frames and overstuffed styles—every one an amazing bargain. A Ssuite in Jacquard ¥elour, similar to the illus- s 1 1 9 tration, reduced to A Stamford Gas Range will tmprove your baking and reduce the cost, bec: every Stam- ford Range bakes e gas turned off. The model illustrated regularly sells for $49.50 now marked down to Smart Four Poster Real mahogany panel four post Bed. Formerly $29.50, Now Odd Dressers A number of od 4 Dressers in all styles and finishes being closed out regardless of former prices. Bed Springs Guaranteed, link Spring. Any size, Usually $5.95. Re- duced to [} Regular $17.50 Spring, for any size now Coil bed, 118% *4.65 *12.50 1394 11 ORI ptlLL! Strong Porch Rocker Here is another incomparable value. Woven willow seat, varnished natural finish, maple Porch Rocker. Ordinarily $2.95. While they last $1.75. COMPELLING VALUES IN REED FURNITURE Buy a Reed or Fiber suite now and save 20 to 30 per cent. One 3-piece group in walnut finished reed, somewhat like the picture, with loose auto s 29.75 spring cushions, usually brings $39.50 now reduced to Other suites up to $225. Cogswell Chair Luxurious tapestry covered Cogswell Chair. Upholstered arms. Loose spring cushion seat, similar to fllustration. A regular $34.50 value, 118 To $59 Remarkable Value in a Bed Outfit Strong, continuous round post metal Bed, similar to il- lustration, in walnut finish. Durable, white cotton mat- tress and guaranteed spring. A bed $ 1 9 75 (] Strolér A comfortable, sturdily built Heywood-Wakefield Stroller that outfit that will give real refreshing was $11.50, now sells for sleep—at a remarkably low price. LIBERAL CREDIT Mattresses Pure White Cotton Mattress, cov- ered with fine grade heavy ticking. Usually $12.50. Now 100% 1mported Sili: Floss Mat- tress. Regularly $29.95. Now able Prices Others at Proportionately Reason- 24.95 Sturdy Uphblstered Glider Strong, comfortable glider complete, just ag illustrated. Adjustable head rest. Up- holstered back and seat. Waterproof cov- ering. Especially well made throughout. Has been selling right along for $24.75-—a few left to HARTFORD'S LEADING FURNITURE STORB TRUMBULL, Between Pratt and Asylum