New Britain Herald Newspaper, February 20, 1928, Page 11

Ouless otherw'se indicated. theatrieal s writtes: by press agencies for the v Capacity crowds turned out last evening at the Capitol tp see the opening performances of the ‘great motion picture “The Last Command" with Emil Jennings featured and which will be offered at this popu- lar theater taday, Tucsday and Wed- nesday at continuous performances. Emil Jannings, known as the great- st actor we have in the movies to- day gives a very rare characteriza- tion, and ene that only such an artist as Jannings could portray. . Beginning Thursday a dauble fea- | ture program will be presented. The | main attraction being hard to pick, | one of the photoplays will offer Beatrice Fairfax's “The Lovelorn,” a | ttory of two girls, slsters, who loved | the sama man. Its theme is onc that will make an excellent story. | _fally Q'Nell and Molly O'Day have | the leading roles. The companion frature will offer “Under the Black Eamle" with Flash the dog wonder and Marceline Day and Ralph Forbes in the featured roles. Beginning Sunday night Lon < Chaney will be seen in his new pic- ture “The Big Cit; ON POLICE BLOTTER Adam Jasenski of 16 Belden street reported to the police at 7:55 Satur- day night that his automobile was stolen in front of 183 Washington strcet. It was recovered later in front of Bt. Mary's achool on Beaver atreet, Samuel Weinstack of 116 Commer- elal street reported the theft of a | et of tire chains oyt of his car in | the rear of his home. 7| The Connecticut Co. has com- plained to the police that coasters | use side streets and go across the trolley tracks at North and Stanley | streets, | Complaint was made yesterday | .morning that a horse without a blan- ket was tled to a pole on Wooster | street. Officer W. P. Hayes inves tigated and reported that the animal was owned by Frank Coccomo of Loon Lake, and the blanket had | blown away. George Krups of 121 Henry street reported that his coop was entered | and a rabbit taken. Best “Discoverable Boy” Now Is Being Sought | Cambridge, Mass,, Feb. 20 (A—A eommittee of distinguished alumni of the Massachusetts Institute of Technology 18 to seek “the best dis- coverable boy” who, when found, will be given a four-year scholarship at the institute starting next fall. The committee will be headed by Pr. Samuel W. Stratton, president of the institute, and will serve at the | request of a magazine which has do- | nated the scholarship. The prize will | be open to any boy between the ages | of 17 and 35. PERSHING LEADS DRIVE ‘Washington, Feb. 20 (UP)—Gen- eral John J. Pershing will assume | Jeadership tonight for a drive to | raise $6,800,00 for the Washington Episcopal cathedral. Sccretary of Treasury Mellon is treasurer of the fund, PALACE ~TODAY— Ken Maynard in “GUN GOSPEL"” Al so “WHAT PRICE LOVE" with Jzne Novack and Mahlon Hamilton =TUESDAY— “BLANKET NIGHT” Also Lionel Barrymore in “THE 13TH HOUR” Co-Feature { “THE ROYAL AMERICAN” DANCING | Tues. Night at the Rialto Ballroom Last Dance Before Lent Imperial Orch. PARSONS' HARTFORD Feb. 20-21-22 3 NIGHTS—WED. MAT. Maxwell Anderson’s Com edy “Saturday’s Children” with RUTH GORDON and N. Y. Cast from 40 Weeks at Booth Theater “Best American Pla; of the Year.”— N. Y. $SIHI. . Prices: Eves. 82.88 to 50¢ Wed, Mat, $2.40 (o 50c. =) 50c.; Bal- |y fine SPTU 2 1 |Ifi n ATes i otices and reviews in thils column are espective amusement company, B3 FITCH MINSTRELS AT STRAND Dan Fitoh's minstrels with Dan Fitch himself will make its firat ap- pearance today at the Strand thea- ter where it opens 8 three daya' en- gagement. The feature photoplay for teday is “Ladies’ Night in a Turkish Bath? adapted .from the great stage syccess and stars Jack Mullhall and Dorothy Mackaill, Dan Fitch minstrels are retognized in the show world as the very acme of minstrelsy. Its cast besides the famous Dan Fitch himself, includes some of the finest singers, dancers and comedians that the American stage has to offer. The new show for Thursday will bring to the 8trand Zane Grey's great story on the screen, “Open lange” and a new vaudeville show. Thursday night the Strand will agatn present eight acts including several discovery surprises. LAUDLITHUANIANS FORTHEIR BRAVERY Speakers Dwell on Brilliant Pages ip Nation's History Nearly a thousand local Lithu- anians were present at Lithuanian hall on Park street yesterday after- noon to celebrate the 10th anniver- sary of their country’s independence. An’ elaborate program of spceches, patriotic songs and an exceptional- musical program was pre- sented and brought continual out- bursts from the large gathering. The spirit of patriotism seemed to fill the hearts and minds of all those pres- ent. The speakers and entertainers, in- spired by the spirit of the crowd, delivered their addresses and sang their songs, with enthusiasm and un- disguised happin The day was marked with pled of loyalty to the cause of continual freedom for their old country and hopes that its capital, Vilma, which is occupied by |the Polish, might soon be freed. Address by Mayor Weld Mayor Gardner C. Weld was intro- duced by John Mikalauskas, a mem- ber of the fire board, and general chairman of arrangements for the affair. His speech in part is as fol- lows: “1, as mayor of New Britain, am pleased and honored at the fact that I have been invited to be present this afternoon to join with the Lith- uanian people in celebrating the 10th | anniversary of Lithuania's indepen- | dence. Many of you here were born | in Lithuania or are children of | Lithuanian parents who migrated to | this country to establish new homes. You have adopted this country as your country, yet what is moro natural than that your thoughts should turn back to the land where you were born. We, born in other countries, respect you for your love of the older country. “Lithuania has felt the hand of the oppressor. The same blood that brought independence to Lithuania | is making strong children of the American Lithuanians and helping | to make the United States the great- est nation on the earth. The city of i New Britain is proud of its Lithu- anian citizens who have shown love and devotion to and interest in our | industrics. They have won the re- spect of all and 1 wish to take this opportunity to congratulate you on this day and wish you the best of success and happiness.” Prosecutor Woods Speaks Prosccutor Joseph ‘G. Woods was the next speaker present. He gave a short address on the history of Lithuania. He spoke as follows: “It 15 very gratifying to see on the 10th anniversary ef Lithuania as a republic such an im- mense gathering of people. the holidays of the year, this one ap- When YourSkin Begins To Age Use this new wonderful Cleansing Cream containing Cocoa Butter Keeps the skin firm while it meclts into the pores and takes out all the grime and dirt. It is so different from any other cream. Will not grow hair—keeps complexion young. Ask for MELLO- GLO Cleansing Cream—it's marve- lous. CAPITOL TODAY, TUFS., WED. 3:10, 4:30, 7:00, 9:15 IT'S TRUE! NEMIL the birth of | Of all| and plump | NEW BRITAIN DAILY HERALD, peals to the Lithuanian people in & special masner, to their santiment of patriotism and national pride, “The freedom of their country has been given & new birth and a democracy found safe and secure. The divine rights of men so sacped under a form of government such as theirs is, i1s gure to have the guldance of a just God. The hapes of the people of that country, dat- ing back ever many ocenturies of bloodshed and oppression at the hands of her enemies have found a fruition, i{n a fully recognized estab. lished form of government. The present Lithuania has emerged into the sunlight of freedom. “Lithuania and her what | a glorious theme to dwell upon, with her picturesque hills and vales; his- toric in the splendor of her ruined castles and abbeys, which speak in a marked degree of the early evi- dence of the golden age of her learn- ing, culture and refinement, ‘Within the last century a mighty multitude from Lithuania has mi- grated to eur ahores, They have done noble service in uplifting the life of both the church of which they have clung to so long and the United, States of America, the country of | their adoption. In all departments of | industrial and eommercial activities, | they are to be found among the leaders. In scheols, colleges and Uni- versities, they have passed on to countless multitudes the wisdom and learning gained there." Daltimore Lawyer on Program. Attorney Nadas Rastcnas, a real- dent of Baltimore, Md., and a vet- eran of the World war, spoke in Lithuanian. He described the days when Lithuania was a country of | darkness becayse its newspapers, ita languages and its aspirations were stified by Poland, Russia and Ger- many. The people of the small coun- try, which had been cut inte three | parts, dared to dream of freedom and then to hope for it, he said. Mr. Rastenas told of how secret meet- ings were held, although all in the gatherings were liable to be either shot on the spot or exiled to Siberia. He told the large gathering that the country was torn apart by the marauding armies of (ermany and Russia during the World war and left in worse condition than Belgium. The great dream and hope became a fact on February 16, 1918, whcn‘ the country's independence was de- | clared. Rev. A. Baksys of Hartford de-| livered a stirring address on the memory of Dr. J, ‘Basanavichius, who dled a year ago. He pictured the doctor as the George Washington of Lithuania, who led the country through the darkest hours and fought for independence, later be- coming the first president, imhl payments therefore, . nue . proceeds of debt obligations. The last speaker of the program | was A. Zenlialtis, a veteran of ll‘uai warfare in Lithuania. He gave & short description of his experlences. Musical Program | Before the opening speech lnd‘ between speeches a musical program ' was presented. The national anthems | of America and Lithuania were played. The Varpo chorus, under the leadership of F. Bruszas, sang many songs. Miss Amelia Balaski, one of the best known singers in New Brit- ! ain, sang several solos that brought | great applause from the crowd. She was forced to answer to four en- cores. Her songs were sung in bot! English and Lithuanian. Miss 8Stella ' Matulis, also well known in musical | circles, sang several soloz. | One of the greatest hits of the' afternoon was u piano selo by nine- year-old Mary Cheponis. 8he also ac- | companied L. Vasaitus of Hartford on the piano. Others who sang and | recited poems were Bertha Stravins- | kus and Julia Grigute. } ‘Mrs. Frank Tinney Has Proposed to ex-Hubby New York, Feb. 20 (#—Mrs. Edna Davenport Tinney, prior to leaving for Hollywood, where she expects to make her future home, has revealed that ghe has assumed the leap year prerogative and proposed to her former husband, Frank Tinney, one- time popular black-faced comedian. Mrs. Tinney, who was granted ‘i divorce in March, 1926, sald she has written to her former husband at Philadelphia, where he is convales- |cing at the home of his father, th- viting him to go west with her. “It's leap year,” she said, “so I suppose 1 have a right to propose to Frank. In 1910 he begged me to marry him.” Mrs. Tinney is taking west with, her their 10-year-old son, Frank Tinney, Jr., who she says is quite willing that she marry again if she marries his father. Robs Palace Theater " In Norwich of $250 Norwich, Conn., Feb. 20—The safe at the Palace theater was forced and robbed of $252 some time between | late last night and early today when a janitor went to the theater to clean. ‘The thief who is believed to have stayed in the theater overnight after | the last performance broke the com- bination dial in order to open the strong box. | All the money drawers were found |near a side door and a chisel was %bulde them. 15° Mat.—Orch. 20%-1. What You've Heard About JANNINGS “THE LAST It Belongs To That COMMAND” Very Select List of |system in the 230 Per Capita Cost of Running City in_@_Was $30.12, Figures Show Federal Statistics for Year Ending Last March 31 Compiled by Department of Commerce. Washington, D. C., Feb. 20—The department of commerce announces a summary of the financial statis- tics of the eity eerporation of New Britain, Conn., for the fiscal year ending March 31, 1927. The per capita figures for 1927 are Lased on an estimated population of 70,000. Expenditures The payments for operation and maintenance of the general depart- ments of New Britain, Conn, amounted to $2,108,177, or $30.12 per capita. In 1926 the comparative per capita for operation and main- tenance of general departments was $29.63, and for 1918, $15.72. Pay- ments for the operation and main- tenance of public service enterprises in 1927 (waterworks, cemeterles, subways for pipes and wires, and slaughter house) amounted to §203,- 100; interest on debt, $269,667; and outlays for permaneat improve- ments, including those for public serviee enterprises, $1,352,329. The eration and maintenance of gen- eral departments and public per- vice enterprises, for interest, and outlays, were $3,933,173. The totals include gll pagments for -the year, whether made frem current yeven- ues or from the proceeds of bond issues. Of this amount $1,902 represents | payments by a city department or | enterprise to another on account of seyvices, Revenues The total revenue receipts were $8,133.892, or $44.77 per capita. This was $563,048 mere than the total payments of the year, exclu- sive of the paymenta for permanent improvements, but $799,281 less than the total payments including those for permanent improvements. These payments in excess of reve- receipts were not from the Of the total revenue receipts $1,- 903 represents receipts from a city department or enterprise on account of services. Property taxes represented 77.7 per cent of the total revenue for 1927, 77.5 per cent for 1926, and 66.0 per cent for 1918. The increas in the amount of property taxes collected was 162.3 per cent from 1918 to 1926, and 6.9 per.cent from 1926 to 1927. The per capita prop- erty taxes were $34.80 in 1927 $33.31 in 1926, and $15.58 in 1918, Earnings of public service enter- prises operated by the city repre- sented 8.7 per cent of the total revenue for 1927, 8.9 per cent for 1923, and 14.4 per cent for 1918. Indebtedness The total funded or fixed debt outstanding March 31, 1927, was $7.125,000, Of this amount $1,771.- 00 was for public service enter- prises. The net fndebtedness (funded or fixed debt less sinking fund assets) was $6.450.126, or $92.14 per cap- ita. In 1926 the per ecapita net debt was $85.86, and in 1918, $56.86. The increased per capita net deht reported for 1927 was principallv due to bond issues for schools and the water-supply system. Assessed Valuations and Tax Levies ‘The assessed valuation of prop- erty in New Britain subject to ad valorem taxes for city corporation was $111,667,018. The levy for ali purposes was $2,848,143, of which $2,750,241, or 96.6 per cent, was levied for the eity corporation: 875,009, or 2.6 per cent, for the state: and $22,893, or 0.8 per cent. for the county. The per capita tax levy for the city, state and county was $40.69 in 1927, $36.68 in 1926, and $17.50 in 1918, Desirabllity of Uniform Olassification Financlal statistics of the citics having a population of over 30,000 have been collected since 1903, but because of the diversified accounting cities in this class it is still necessary to have agents visit most of these citie to prepare the report. The bureau of the eenus advo- cates a simple, logical and compre- hensive classification of accounts the use of which would permit ob taining readily accurate and com- parable data. It requires only thai the recounting official segregate re- celpts and payments under proper [§ “SORRELL With a ENLARGED SYMP THE GREAT PICTURES OF ALL TIMES! Cast Includes Evelyn Brent, THURS,, FRL, SAT. Beatrice F lax’s “THE LOVELORN” Molly O'Day, Sally O'Nell William Powell “UNDER THE BLACK EAGLE” with Marceline Day, Ralph Forbes and Flash, the Dog Wonder " NEXT SUN.—LON CHANEY fn “THE BIG CITY" for op- ,. In the Year's Dramatic Sensation BEGINNING NEXT SUNDAY headings, showing the sources of | revenue and the objects of expen- |diture. This can be done in any city without changing the present system of accounting. ‘The cooperation of city offiicals in establishing a uniform classifica- | tion of accounts would make it pos- sible for the bureau, without great- ly increasing expenditures, 1o cpl- lect statistics on this jmportant ' subject for practically all cities iu the United Btates. SIX JAPS SUFFOCATE Attempt to Smugglo Sclves Into Ameriea But Die in Hold of Ves- sel—Cook Becomes Frightened, Tokyo, Feb. 20 (A)—The bodies of #ix Japanese who attempted to amuggle themselves into America werc found today in the hold ef the Yahiko Maru, which arrived from Beattle, Wash,, Friday. The ship's cook confessed to hid- ing them in the hold on December 20 when the Yahiko Maru sailed for | Seattle. From briet notes the men | left it was believed they suffocated | before the ship left Yokohama after |the cook became frightened and kept their death secret until the ehip | returned to Japan, | Penn, Professor to Speak at Wesleyan Middletown, Feb. 20 (#)—Professor Edward P. Cheney, of the University ot Pennsylvania, has accepted an fn- vitation to speak at the Wesleyan university parley on war to be held here an March 29 and 30, it was an- nounced today. Professor Cheney is the author of many books on European history |and, acting as the historical scientist |of the group of parley leaders, he |will outline the course of wars in the history of civilization and en- deavor to explain their underlying causes. Newton D. Baker, secretary of | |war in President Wilson's cabinet | during the world conflict, will be the opening speaker. MRS. KEYES SERIOUS [LL Due to the fact that Mrs. Frances Parkinson Keyes, who was scheduled to be the speaker at the meeting of the Woman's club tomorrow, is seri- onsly {ll, Noah Swayne of Philadel- phia will entertain the members with & lecture and sing American negro songs. The meeting will be held in the chapel of the First Con- gregational church at 8 o'clock in the afternoon. Refreshments will be served. ABE SAILS Tokyo, Feb. 20 (M—Timio Abe, Japan's leading Davis Cup player, |sailed today on the Korea Maru for 8an Francisco, Teke a Look at Your Tongu If you aren't feeling just right, go to the mirror and look at your tongue. If {t's coated, your stom- ach, liver or bowels aren’t working properly. That's a bad sign. Better |Bet a bottle of Tanlac right away and give your system a thorough |toning up. Many thousands of suf- | ferers from all kinds of digestive ail- |ments have written us that Tanlac has revitalized them. Mr. William Martell, of 185 Har- riet St., Pawtucket, R. 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See this father's dramatic struggle AND SON” Specially HONY ORCHESTRA Continuous Shows During This Engagement e e New Britain Girl Enters Mt, St, Joseph Academy CESARINA BLANCATI Miss Cesarina Blaneat!, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Angelo Blancati of 387 Park street, entered Mount §t. Joseph Academy on Hamilton Heighta, Hartford yesterday. She plans to take up a course in athletic direction with a view to teaching gymnastics. Miss Blancatl has been a student at the Roosevelt school. 8he is a popular member of the younger set among the Italian residents of the city. She has shown much promise athletically. Her father is the proprietor of the Victory Barbershop om Church street, EN ROUTE TO MANILA Pokyo, Feb. 20 P—Henry L. Stim- son arrived here on board the Presi- dent McKinley en route to Manila to assume the governor generalship of the Philippines. He callod on Ambassador Mac- Veagh and lunched with Premier Tanaka. Mr. Stimson declined to discuss his policies and plans for the Philip- pines. He left for Manila. BLESS D 'uv.-l.mlau'r RELIEF For Bun'ng A:hng Fect Here's the sensible quick way to lasting foot comfort that thousands say is far better than anything they ever tried, so it your tender, burn- ing feet are keeping you in con- stant misery go right to your drug- gist and get a tube of Joint-Ease. Rub it on tonight and tress and burning that they'll feel fine again. Only 60 cents a tube. You can always get Joint-Ease at Fair Drug Dept. FREE %°14 sime and adaress for 12 day trial tube to Pope Lab- oratories, Desk 10, Hallowell, Maine, e T —— L.Y-C-E-U-M TODAY—TUESDAY $—GREAT FEATURES—3 " Tom Wilson “HAM and EGGS at the FRONT” ——— No. 6——COLLEGIANS——No. ¢ Co-Feature Patsy Ruth Miller The Tng_ea; of Youth ~ Tonight “CANDY NIGHT” 50 Ibs. of high grade candy frec. LADIES' MATINEE This coupan and 10c will admit any lady to best matinee seats. Washington’s Birthday /ED., Feb. 22 The Show Will Be CONTINUOUS From 1:30 to 10:40 Jack Mulhali Dorothy Mack=z —in— “Ladies’ Night Ir a Turkich Bath” tomorrow | morning have feet 80 free from dis- | MINSTRELS 30 ~&; 50 BAHN Brides in Ten Cities Tell Housekeeping Plans skin harsh, but pure Lux |80 soothing and gentle! your | for dishes is inexpensive, ar ash ing fine 'hlhr with Lux, 8o, of | l?fll brides, 1,084, or 97%, Phuto‘ wash dishes with Lux, “It's 80 eany never to let hands get red and coarse-looking,” | cause the big they said, *“Many soaps make the | washes 6 weeks’ A SALE OF DRESSES Your Choice of Any $10 New Spring Dress in stock 7 .85 Including Wool Crepes, Georgettes and Flat Crepes "“DAVIS® 169 MAIN STREET The descriptions of the cars in the classified columns sound good, but you ought to see the cars! Go around to the dealer advertising the automo- bile you are interested in and ask for a demonstration. You will discover that it runs as well as it looks, too. Canta Waw M o T e Mways 15¢ Jack Muthall Dorothy Mackaill “Ladies’ Night I» a Turkish Bath” ORCHI