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JHK UUKLINUTON FREE PRESS AND TIMES: FRIDAY, DECEMBER 1927. PAGE SEVEN THE WEATHER State's Representatives Hope to Qet Federal Aid For Vermont In Flood Control COriTINUED TRAVEL SMOOTHS ROUGH PLACES Oil BUS LINE ROUTES for thla time of year the road through the Islands la exceptionally few mora days of cold weather, coupled; with the ordinary travel, will place this road In excellent condition. The St. Albans line through Malletta Bay Is operating on Its regular ached 4 three trips a day, but is not 'using the large busses, touring caw The OLD BEE HIVE Store Open Evenings Commencing Saturday Night I i orities should supply all land and XOT SO COLD; RAIN' OR SNOW Weather forecast for northern Newj Encland Increasing cloudiness, not so cold; followed by rain of snow Friday: Saturday partly cloudy. Weather forecast for eastern New York Rain rriaay, cower ai mgm; Saturday fair General Conditions TVin rfitiirh.nre that vk nver ear.t vanced north-northeastward to Lake assume iu pecuniary responsiomiy for damages that may result from the execution or the project.

It wsuldi I Kansas Wednesday night has ad-, winjrouted very rough and almost tne relon Newfoundland. High Mjj Jn the continued trax-e Prefsure obtains in the region of Hud- js tending to Improve all of thes travel these iiihmi.h Vi niA -f mad t.h5.ro'ds cut Burlington vr which the ten bus lines are hichwavs. a number of bus drivers re- ported yesterday. To one not ac-: customed to bad roads the condi- uon of some of the hichwavs mleht seem to be now at Its worst. How-! 6riytnt J11 fUt mprovemrt who have traveled es say that consid- nt has noticed during the last few davs.

l.rio h.h (r.tr.h nf mud is about 10 miles in Ferrtsburt. i When the pround first fror a few days ago this was almost impassable. The bues managed to make their trips by going slowly. A great deal of thU distance had to bs traversed in second or even low gear. Tne -j i.

a. Kit. i .4 Vermont" representatives in Ccn grers are keeping their eyes open i for opportunities to get federal aid for Vermont In flood control, as evidenced by letters received front members of the Vermont delegation bv Harry Ford, secretary of the Bur- lingtcn Chamber of Commerce, in re- ply to letters sent to the Vermont Senators and Congressmen notifyins them of the rtand taken by the Burlington Chamber of Commerce on the subject of flood control. Senator Frank L. Greene writes in part: "At this time I do not know ivbable to keep entirely scpar- whether It will be ativ the Vermont problem atd from anything else, whether it will bi a Nw England matter, or i whether it will hi linked in with the Mississippi.

However, the Vermont ocifgation is ae'Jveiy engaged in pre- liminary work end it Is acting as a unit to do what It possibly can for rrmcm. nsnr roner n. uai- ssys In i part: 1 em particularly glad to note the suggestion which your board has made t- th? United States Chamber of Commerce respecting relief for New England and New York. The fieures which have been submitted in III I 111 .1 uv ii. ri i i till i ciKvuiicn ft.

c.iu i i there is still much room for improve- i Horns, Mirrors and Stop Light trq ment over this section of his route. only a few suggestions for auitabU A. C. Parker, the owner of the gift. Stron; Hardware Co.

Burlington-Grand Isle line, raid thet'ment. SILK DRESSES New Spring Models New Spring Pastel Shades Charming frocks for Christmas and the many social affairs of the holiday season, in just the styles and colors that will be worn next spring. $15 this letter are particularly valuable, sistlng the kvee districts and intend I would be glad if you would ex- dividual property owners, especially in SIMPSON'S Crepes and satins. Black as well as the delightful pas-t 1 shades A 1 1 press to the membrrs of your bnard I view of the fact that the Stite-, my appreciation of the courtesy irr i benefit directly by the increased taxes I fcrr-erding them. Your organization from land made more valuable by i has always bren rredy to co-operate reason of its in such matters and I.

personally, rp- -j not also the vote of the Eoard I preciate very much the spirit which cf Directors on No. 4 and th- sug-is manifested." to the United States Congressman Elbert S. Brigham of Commerce that it would be advis-ay3 in his letter: "Ycu may in- able to include New England and New terrsted to know that th3 vote cf York in the flood control plans, your beard on item one, recommend- -The damage done by the floods in ing that th- Federal Government Vermont will be presented tj the com-ihiuld pay th? entire of con- mittec on flood control when official strnrtins and ma ntai.ning works figures are received. Of course, no necessary to control floods or the engineering work has been done to Mississippi Ij in conflict with the determine what control works can Sebe rcSTtade S- jy jt would be very unwise for the united States In generously helping a section of the cjuntry to render itself liable for consequential damages. The Federal Treasury should bear the portion of the cost of en gineering structures for flood con troi that Ls Justified by the national atspecte cf the problem and the na-! tionaj benefits.

Jt may even 80 per cent of such costs, but substantial 11 nMr. ,4,, 4. ts avoid wast-" The norticn this I would leave to bs borne for riocd -control rtructures represents an of about 3. cr SO rents per yeer for 10 years lor each acre jm the alluvial valley to be protected rverv veer frem MissLsslnnl rtver rimd-: The value ner rre inrlnrl. I ng railroads, towns, cities, and other improvements.

Is estimated at some- thing over 8200. It would seem that the Statfs rhculd share with the r.rr.i r.1v.rnmM-t th. k.trr. erected to prevent sucn a flood as cccurrcd in November and no data is at hand dctrrmlr.e the cost of such works. Therefore, no tangible plan can be presented to the Congreia at this- session, but ycu nii.y feel assured that the dfli ration in Coneress will he helnful tn V-n If ruir ivnnV hiif in view anv measure of control over; the waters cf our streams that caus? aamage irorn lime to time consumption has been Increasing each year.

Moreover, the coh is really no more as mere so mucn more in eacn head. Western states where the tempera- ure of the soil and air Is moderately i cool and uniform, are the only places where the highest quality of lettuce Mn temperatures favor the production of seed rather than foliage, cause a bitter taste In the i product, produce loose heads and ac- eclerate the lettuce diseases. Frosted lettuce, on the ofhrr hand, is also more subpect to disease and will not stand shipment. Burlington is not the only place where people are eating more lettuce. rrporis indicating mat wunin me few years there has been a very great Increase In the production and consumption cf lettuce all over the fnited States.

California is p.rticu- t.iiiru a. aiiiiii iiibv is u.i ti u' Urly noted for its large production 'cf tliis popular vegetable, and In re- Hummus iimae yesirraay oy President Coolidge to Coneress. Kis recommendations are as follows: "The total cost cf the recommend- ed project Is $298. 400,000, distributed ovrr a per od of ten years. This lsre Him manifes.ly justified bv the nccr-ities cf the fcituation and do evervthing possible to protect Ver-the benefits that will result.

In de- mont's trrmlning ihe distribution of the costs Congressman E. W. Gibon writes there considered not only in part: "We r.re facing a pravpa: the penple cf the valley itself, who that will change the policy cf the receive the major portion of the nation so that the control of benefits, but alsi the great mass of waters of every stream causing crest taxpayers who suffer less directly damage may bi controlled. It rrll" Silk Underthings Rayon Underthings A Gift For Every Woman on Bay and thense southeastward over the Interior of New England. The outlook Is for rain on Friday in the Atlantic sUtes elsewhere the weather will be pertly overcast Fri- atuJdf': 'n wtu" ly 5 at" eEt Jn' K.

the middle Atlantic steles. i Atlantic coast from Delaware break er 10 vrerrrn a nr.rnrr trml)11 "STERDAT HEATHER RECORD (For tne 2 ending at 8 p. nta hv ih irv.i nf the rrniteri ttc uvsthur (..,, 8 a. m. ,..30.:3 ..18 ...84 N.

14 i Barometer Temperature Humidity Wlnd Sky Highest tempers fure i fter "0. Lowest temperature before 8 4. 15. Precipitation, trace. Sun rises today at 7:22 Sun sets at 4:18 p.

m. TEX TEARS AGO TODAY: Russian-German armistice signed. Becomes effective at noon today, remaining in force until January 14. Peace parleys at once. Trotsky's negotiations seem to be as shrewd as those of Berlin delegates.

BoUhevikl In Manchuria. House votes on prohibition today. Dry Amendment to be submitted to SUtes If resolution is adopted. Calls Red Cross modern miracle. Secretary Davison says it has already accomplished the impossible.

Teutons advance in Northern Italy. Line is pushed to Caprille Kill. Broadway has its first lightleas night. KlCuOld 10 Leave Burlington Owing to a serious operation. Cap- lain S.

S. Richold, who has been recretary general manager of the B. Turk At Brother Company lor the past 20 years, will be incapacitated for future work and is retiring from i active duties. He will be no longer associated with the company and will make his future home in New York and Europe. It is announced br the manacement of B.

Turk Brother Company that the business will continue to operate on the same high etandards of mer- chandising that have characterized its 7 of wrxlce this community. wmiam J. Williams of Boston has' come to Burlington to take Bp the management here and will make his ruture home lhi, TIZ "t'Q- n'nalln mens expect to return to New York in a lew days. Richold is departing from Burlington with great regrets, it was stated because of the necessity of parting with dear friends whom he wishes to thank for 20 years I of social and business co-oneration. Mr.

and Mrs. C. H. Raymore and Mr and Mrs. P.

Jackson of Morris- visitors In the city yester Mrs. Eric Wohlander and two chil- dren of Cleveland, Ohio, are visiting Mrs, Wohlandera parents, Mr. and Charles Harrington of 517 St. nagar ana son. oeorge, ana spena ine winter in tne soutn.

FREE ELECTRIC IRONS With each Sunbeam Electric Toaster at $8.00 purchased at our atore while our present supply lasU we are giving a Little Princess electric iron free. Get t'lstTva Ctrtm TJ a r4 V1 ft 1 Adverttaement. 30 ''S ig 19 i 12 'dear that to give Him a Gladstone For Christmas is to relieve him of all luggage worries? Is there a man who wouldn't really rejoicfc in receiving this double rurp? Gladstone for Christmas? It is admirably adapted to short business trips and is spacious enough for ex-. tended journeys. These featured are made of black or brown cow-hide; leather-lined with, shirt fold and conven irom Mississippi river floods and upon.

whom most of the burden of Federal taxaticn falls. It is axiomatic nu uniri hicbi luiii- ICEBERG LETTUCE I POPULAR VEGETABLE Carload of It Arrives From ri7ona nr! Iwal IWi- al 1 rml ion Men Say It Will He Quickly Disposed Of He-cause of Increasing Demand lettuce arrived The first rrload of iceberg ftVfr tnitfijul Int. In the city Wednesday from Ariaona. iiu uuiuii.iuu aiuiru Layers of let were placed between each laer of lettuce and ice packing surrounded the entire shipment. This method of packing was necessary to Keep the lettuce fresh during it ten- dav journey to Vermont.

The entire carload was nrrtirllv disposed of before it reached here as crders had been taken about a month ago from the different merchants In the city. The arrival of this large supply of lettuce Is the result of the increased Gifts of loveliness that all women appreciate. Beautiful crepe de chines, radiums, and the better quality rayons in charming styles and colors and exquisite colors such as pink, orchid, peach, green, coral, tan, gold, etc. Nightgowns to $10 Chemises to $5.98 Bloomers $1.79 to Slips I $1.98 to $5.98 Pajamas $3.50 to $10.00 Vests to $2.50 Step-ins $2.49 to $3.98 being employed Instead, when the traffic warrants extra machine are placed In service. BrUto, hM on ule practically all of the time ainei (the flood.

It Is reported that water rom 8hlb'irne Pn(1 ls oiit a foot! orpP on Tnma oi nmni burK- Car 10 nowf vf .1 Service is b-lng malnta ned to Montj on Yellow Bus line hy meani OI transfer at waterDury. i ne pa. eene on Bm" nalm "r1 ousses ro on vnrousn io Monurii me (liner imt, ins wenmona, r.iM IM, Milton ana unaermu. arr aii "ul" Rrtuthj roads are found on many stretehss on some of these XMAS FOR THE MOTORIST Motometers. Chains, Fire Extin'l i 1 1 hrr Radiator Shutters.

Jacks, Triced From $20 to $45 Fur Store id III III ill III III III lil Ill III flannel shirts at coat. SO to bm No. 1 goods only s. We have from cent years has sent out probably more' y' rsrlor.d lots than any other state In eI th Turk Brother the Vnion Is at present In Burlington ient pockets for small articles or papers. Easy to handle and especially suited for constant and severe usage.

o. mcnoia. iney $25.00 Other Gladstone Bags Simpson's Furs and Luggage 7 Church Street. consumption of this vegetable by Bur- the C. H.

S. surface tonight in what lington diners. Local dealers report promises to be a royal battle. The PPIfCflVAl IFVTinI that within the past few years more old timers were far from satisfied I iwu.vtu lettuce has been sold than ever be- with their showing in the first n- fore, their sale of this product being counter and when the youngsters bo- I D. Ordway of New York is, almost ten times as great as formerly.

gan to crow, the alumni Immediately business visitor in the city. When one considers that In the car- 1 petitioned Bill Hammond for another Mrs. Charles Frary of Bristol was load Just received there are at least chance at his charges. Th- alumni a visitor in the city vesterday. i 400 crates and that in each one of will have a strengthened lmeup fori these crates there are four dozen heads this fray and will not use the big! Mrs- AUan Hal1 Ifl? I Motte of lettuce, some idea may be gained list of substitutes as in the first con- visitor in the city yesterday.

of the quantity that will be consumed test which curtailed their chances of j. Genevieve Wilder of Montpelier In local families within the next few a win. Louis Perotta. one time cap- ig the' guest of friends in the city i davs. tain of both Cathedral High and St.

While many of the merchants were Michael College, is home the The Rev. W. O. Towart of Ben-of the opinion that the retail price holidays and will be a big asset to nington was a visitor in the city yes-of lettuce will not be affected by the the alumni backcourt. As a run- terday.

shipment, one store stated that there ning mate he will have B-b Tobin.j Miss Mary Montgomery and Miss would be a considerable reduction in now starring with the U. V. M. kit- i Eijbet), Navlor of Isle La Motte the price of Iceberg lettuce for this I tens. Hank Durfee.

anothrr forrner were visitors in the city yesterday week anvway. While they have been i c. H. 8. captain and also row star-j selling this variety for as high aa ring with the freshmen, will play! Mrs.

John K. Doolln of Isle La 30 eenta a head, they are now selling the tapoff with Ralph Porler, capta.n Motte Is the guest of Mr. and Mrs. it for from 15 to 20 cents. The aver- and point getter of the K.

of C. Allan G. Buchanan of Greene street. "IT ii C. II.

S. vs Alumni 1. O. a crnin Trtriirrrif' lUIUKIll With three straight victories tucked away Cathedral High will again stack up against the alumni on working in a forward berth with Hugh O'Brien, a forward of St. Michael's vrV.1.

-111 Wta tha rA mv a lineup olTni they should prove to be a great match tor this yeara Green and White quintet. Coach Hammond will probably use the aame lineup that has wept i every dress new and unusual at $15.00. Stocks of All Linen be most welcome and hand long satisfactory service. Women's Linen Handkerchiefs 25c and 50c Each Beautifully embroidered Handkerchiefs in all white and colors, immense variety for selection. Children's Handkerchiefs 15c and 25c Each All linen white trtid colored embroidered, also boxed three in a box, 50c.

box. Monday, Tuesday Handker chiefs for children, 7 in a box, 50c. box. Men's Fancy Linen Handkerchiefs 50c Each Large size pure linen, in large variety of fancy border designs. I 1 and Step-ins, I The Greatest Christmas i ill III MASURY'S A A US A1 Ml III A superior Brushing Lacquer for use on Toys, Furniture of all kinds, Reed and Willow Chairs, Floors, Woodwork, etc.

It is quick drying, waterproof and will stand hard wear. Fourteen colors and 1 1 ill tnrougn to tnree siraigm wins so gtreeU namely Captain Dunn and Barney: Doyle at the backs: Dick Ooyette at Mrs. Henry H. Hagar and F. C.

the pivot and Flash Vtau and Soli Ward left Tuesday noon for Daytona Olio In the forecourt. (Beach, Fla where they will Join Mr. the W. E. GREENE co.

ii 5 5 :191 College Street: i Handkerchiefs For Men, Women, Children The alumni are favored to win this meet and thereby even things up aith the schoolboys. In this case a third and rubber game will prob- ably be played between the two ag gregations, ronignis lineup; ii. o. Olio, rf: Vlau. If; Goyette.

Dunn, Doyle, Alumni O'Brien, rf, jPorier. If. 'J4; Durfee. '27; Tobin, b. '27; Perrotta, b.

27. will offiriate. Jim Carney Dance Sets, Bandeaux Kayser Pointed Heel Silk Hosiery $1.69, and $1.95 Pr. Sheer, pomt-sheer, and service weight, fine, pure silk, dear even weave, and all have the flattering slenderizing printed hfels." A pift tnat always makes a hit. Phoenix Pure Silk Hosiery $1.50 Pair Full fashion, silk to the four in.

lisle top, fire gauge and a most dependable silk stocking for gifts in all leading colors. Men's Fancy Socks 50c, 75c, $1.00 Pair Rayon and lisle, silk and lisle, and wool in the latest patterns for men, and young men, also pure silk in Black and Colors. All One Christmas Baskets Something beautiful, inexpensive and that will last forever. Made of prepared flowers. age price varies from 15 to 25 cents, depending on the size of the head.

Consumers realize that the quality of iceberg lettuce Is auperlor to that of other varieties and as a result Its ARE YOUR FEET SORE? Pitmtnatvm of your feet and adrift txlutei? free. Tour trouble mav be rorns. biinloni. calluses, or wrak or Broken rch. or tnrr foot (roubles.

It cons Tu nothing to l'rn the lru condition of Tour feet. Thee ran be qutrkl and inexpensively rellered. Limp In and run out. i Bacon Beauty rarlor. C7 Church Street Fountain gPens if siora an tne Reliable and Pep- 5 alar Pen if Moore "Lifetime" Conklin Parker jS "Duofold" aterman Carter ft and others We have also a nice assort-Q men of "Desk Sets" it McAuliffe'sS tj Books and Stationery Church and College St.

jj tlf Phone C29 ii New? SHOES for Holiday Festivities! Handkerchief gifts will always kerchiefs chosen here will give Men's Initial Handkerchiefs 25c and 50c Each linen, good quality, with neat and attractive initials. Men's Plain Linen Handkerchiefs 25c, 35c, 50c, 75c and $1.00 eighth, one quarter, one half inch hemstitched edge, pure linen and exceptional values at each price. Men's Silk Handkerchiefs 98c Pongee Silk with colored cord border and initial in corner. 1 mP 1 Warning to the Farmers i Beware of all Firestone footwear sold as No. 1 stock! that have holes punched in the back of each rubber.

If with holes you have bought seconds. Buy your hand made axt helves of us the famous! Harrison Jackman make. a THE newest Queen Quality Shoes for mid-eeaaon wear harearrired.There are ihoea for afternoon, frivolous modes for the ereninp, tailored types for the street. And being Queen Quality Shoes, they flatter the foot with their graceful lines and conceal exquisite comfort in their style. Closing out all This store carries Men's heavy all wool waists.

pan JOHN W. BRADLEY Williaton Road, Soulh Burllntton, Vt. HENDEE DAVIS 84 Church Street.