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Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-12-17
AIDS THE BANK
Cashier Wbo fooled Institution is Assisting the Bank
 Examiner.

Somersworth, x. H., Dec 17.-Na- tional Bank Examiner NorWin S. Bean of Manchester, in his capacity as temporary receiver of the First National bank of this city, in the funds of which he discovered { short age of about $S5,O00 yesterday, con tinued his examination of the books of Fred H. Narney, the cashier, to- day. Varney, who was arrested yes terday, following the discovery, and later confessed his guilt, hHd been released on bail. To-day he assisted Examiner Bean in going over the books, pointing out those sections of the accounts with which he had tampered and explaining the several methods he had employed in cover- ing up the deficits.
 Examiner Bean stated to-day that he expected it would take a1 least another day to complete his over hauling of the banks accounts, and until that time it would be Impossible for him to say definitely what sum the shortage will reach. However he said that he believed that the est mate of $S5,000 would amply cover the deficit and he has already as sured the creditors of the banE that the assets of the institution are sui ficient to meet all demands.
 President William s. Tebbetts to. day said that he would not call q meeting of the stockholders until the bank examiner had completed his ex- animation.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-12-17
TEACHERS SALARIES
Not Adequate For Amount of
 Required.
Editor Evening Democrat:

Editor Evening Democrat:
 At the meeting of the board of al dermen on last Monday evening q good deal was said about the salaries of the local teachers and, as d nat ural result, this has revived general discussion of the matter. The con sensus of opinion among the mem bers of the local teaching body seems to be that. in comparing the salaries of teachers with those engaged in other occupations, many important matters are left out of consideration While 1t is true that some of those engaged in other pursuits have af good an education as some teachers, yet this must necessarily be so tC only limited extent, as It is obli- gatory upon teacher to attain [ fixed standard which is acquired by school work, attendance at training school, probation at substituting and, in many cases, a college course
 A material point often lost sight of in this connection is the large eX- pense to which this subjects the stu dent, who is, therefore, in many cases, heavily in debt at the outset of her career. Unlike her sister in other pursuits, she is obliged to de- vote her whole time to her prepara- ton. After entering upon her du- ties she is paid meager salary which makes no allowance for over time and gives no compensation for an enforced vacation which. in other lines, is averaged mp for the year. The successful and conscientious teacher is obliged to devote many evenings, Saturdays and even Sun days, to the preparation, laying out and correction of work. In this her position differs from that of those
 whose responsibility and care in variably ceases at a stated hour each day. Statistics show a high mortal, ity among school teachers from the great white plague, and, everything considered, this is not to be won- dered at. Taking into consideration the amount of preparation necessary and the high sense of duty and re- spOnsibility involved, the salary paid for the first year would seem made
 quate. The subsequent advances, compared with other supplements, are disproportionate and the ulti mate compensation, in view of the close application and perseverance necessary, is not such as to encour age trained minds to enter the pro- fession of teaching, but rather tends to drive them into other pursuits where individual merit is more quick. ly recognized and more adequately compensated A TEACHER
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-12-17
CITY NEWS.

Boys Christmas sweaters soc to $500 al Upson, Singleton & Cos. Open evenings.
 Aldermen Scully and Fitzsimons and Commissioner Chase of the board of finance looked over the Walsh and Driggs schools late yesterday after noon. What does this mean? A compromise on the row in the al Ter manic chamber? Nobody appears 10 know.
 On the invitation of their pastor. the Rev Farrel Martin of St Cecilia $ church, the members of St Cecilia s drum corps, fourteen in all, attended a banquet last evening at the parish hall. Fife Major Edward Siebert pre- sided. The event was in recognition .of the services rendered by the corps during the recent fair.
 Because Joseph Shirrillo complain ed to his landlord, John Simanovicz on Thanksgiving day that his soup was not properly seasoned. the land lord wiped the floor with him, wind ing up by giving him kick that broke his left leg To-day Attorney Lynch sued the landlord for $1 ,000 for Shirrillo's broken leg Blansfield & Stokes have the other end of the suit.
 Although the reservoirs are tri- fle higher than they were a week ago, there is still large amount of rain needed before they will take on their normal appearance. Since the rain storm a week ago Monday the Wig wam has risen about feet : inches To-day it came up an inch and one quarter. while during the past twenty-four hours the East Mountain has gained two inches. The East Mountain is still doing some of the Wigwam's work, supplying much of the water in the east end.
 Attorney Kennedy of Naugatuck was counsel in two cases against the Connecticut Co in which Martin Dal- ton of Ansonia was plaintiff in one and George NJ Lutz of Naugatuck was plaintiff in the other Dalton claimed to have been thrown from a car while alighting and asked dam ages of sl.400. while Lutz. it seems took a seat in a car under the fare register and while the conductor was changing the register 1t fell on Lutz's head and left a permanent dent in his skull He asks damages of s3.00O. Mr Kennedy being laid up with la grippe both cases went over.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-12-17
WELL KNOWN MAN DEAD.
Years of Life In One
 Home.

Deep River, Dec 17.-Lozelle Jesse Platts died at his home here last night at the age of S9 years, death occurring in the house where he was born. He was the son of Colonel Obadiah Platts and Temperance (Pratt Platts, and served as select man of this town at the age of 23 years. He was member of the gen eral assembly in 1854, also during the last session at the old state house in 1878 and at the first session in the new Capitol in 1879. Mir Platts was a charter member of Unity grange of Deep River and the oldest granger in the state. Five children survive, Mrs II. Doane, Centerbrooke; Mrs w. E. Lamb. Deep River; Mrs C. A. North end, Miss A. L. Platts and Miss Edith Platts of Hartford The funeral will be held Saturday afternoon.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-12-17
ON THE STAND
Mrs ADDIs, Widow of ibe Man Who Was Killed Was 2
 Wilnsss To-day
ASKED FEW QUESTIONS

Flushing, x. Y, Dec 17.-Wnen court opened to-day Justice Crane announced that he had decided against the use of the model which the defense had prepared to show the relative positions of the parties at the time of the shooting of Annis. Tt is clear" he said, that this model is out of all proportion and gives a false impression to the jury. I would suggest that you obtain a photograph to show it's correctness and then it may be used
 Counsel for the defense noted in exception and the state called Dr Johnson Macleod to the stand. His home is in Flushing. He said he went to the Bayside Yacht club on August 5 and found MT Annis lying on the float.
 'Dr Haoughton was there and there was several clubmen walking about. There were several gunshot wounds in Annis's body which I dis covered on superficial examination. I directed the removal of Annis to the hospital"
 Dr Frey of Long Island City, the coroner's physician, in his testimony said that he discovered twenty exter- nal wounds and then in detail de-. scribed what he had done in tracing the course of the bullets.
 Dr Frey was given scOrching cross-eXamination and then the prosecutor called Mrs William E. Annis to the stand. She was dressed in dark suit and wore a seal over coat. A heavy veil was flung back over a large faring black hat. She spoke in quiet, low tone.
 "I am the wife of Wm F.. Anus. My name is Ellen Annis. l was pres enr at his death. Dr. Schmock was there Did you see your husband die?"
 Yes
 "That is all" said the district at torney. Mir Mcintyre said that the district attorney should exhaust the witness upon all her knowledge Of the case. Justice Crane said it was not necessary at this time.
 Then I have no questions said MT Mcintyre.
 Justice Crane drew from Mrs An his that her husband died about : o'clock on August ,. Mrs Anns then withdrew from the stand.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-12-17
WHAT IT COST
Combined Salaries of Seventeen Thousand Ministers 10 Pay
 Expenses of U. s. Fleet.

Chicago, Dec 1.-The combined salaries of 17,000 ministers for one year would be needed to pay the ex- penses of the present cruise around the world of the United States fleet, according to Charles E. Beals of the American Peace society of Boston, who is in Chicago.
 MT Beals declares many of the smaller nations visited have had an attack of "feetitis" and are clamoring for more ships to keep up their dig nity. He deplores this condition and suggests that the money could be spent to better advantage in many other lines.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-12-17
HOT AFTER THE MINISTER'S.
Judge Banks Does Not Intend To Be NaIipned If lie Can Prevent it.

Bridgeport, Dererhcr 17.--Jrlee Banks of Fairfield to-day in a letter addressed to Peverends Brown Of Darien, Berry of Stamford and Hoyt oe New Canaan, made demanl that these ministers at once make pno- lie retraction of, and a apology TOT statements made in circular 'let- ter, sent out yesterday, which was intended to bring opposition to Judge Banks in his candidacy TOT the speakership of the next house or representatives. In case of failure to do so, ne informs them that they leave themselves liable for suit for alleged libel. The circular letter Of the ministers inrimatd among other things that Judge Banks had been playing fast ard loose with the county commissioners and was cater ing to the brcweries and saloon keepers.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-12-17
PRESIDENT IS CALLED,
House of Representatives Demands
 His Evidence.

Washington, Dec IA resolution presented by the special committee, appointed to recommend a course of action to the presidents reference to secret service;" calling upon the president to supply the house with the evidence, upon which he based his statement that the members of the house were principally concern ed over the fact that the secret ser vice men had been investigating the members themseves,' was adopted by the house to-day, without a dis senting vote and after very little comment.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-12-17
HAITI HAS NEW PRESIDENT.
General Simon Elected by Vote of
 Parliament

Port au Prince, Hayti, De- 17,- General Simon, leader of the late revolution here, which resulted in the flight of Presidenc Alexis &nd who made a triumphant entry into the city ten days ago, was to-day unanimously elected president of the republic by the Haytian congress Crowds had assembled in front of the parliament building and when the announcement was made of the victorious generals election he was cheered to the echo
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-12-17
PLUNGED THROUGH DRAW.
Fatal Ending to an Early Morning
 Auto Dash.

Milwaukee, Wis, Dec. 17."An automobile containing three men dashed into the open draw of the Oneida Street bridge early to-day and went to the bottom of the river, carrying two of the occupants to death. A third was rescued with difficulty and is at hospital. The dead: Oscar z. Bartlett, member board of trade; Albert Kunz. chauf- feur.
 Rescued: A. F. Solliday, of the SolidaY Motor company.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-12-17
RORAN FOR SALTS.
Drue Clerks Mistake Caused Some
 Excitement To-day.

X Mother and daughter residing on Fajfview street were made death lv sick this morning by taking some hcrax which they though was salts. rhe article was purchased at a drug sto,. il, that vicinity last evening hut tho clerk who waited on the cra- romo, was not evid antly very pro Cciynt in the drug business. The huS- 5and of the woman brought the .ar,i;le down to druggist to-day ard was immediately informed that r was borax. not salts. The man raiG n;s family was not likely to feel an gerious effects from the mistake of Yllr clerk, but stated if the article banded out were poi5Cn, it would be a yc,v different story.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-12-17
DIED OF HIS WOUND.
Young Man Who was Stabbed With
 the Point of an Umbrella.

New Haven, Dec l1.-TOny Den narasso, r years of age, died at the hospital here to-day as the result of wound in his face which he received by being struck with the point of an umbrella last Sunday. IL is alleged that the boy was throwing snowballs at a man named Frank NuZZ0, when he struck at the boy with his um- brella and caused the wound which was the result of his death. Nuzzo Is held without bail by the coroner
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-12-17
DIED IN THE ASYLUM.
Aunt of Harry K. Thaw Had Been
 An Inmate.

Philadelphia, Dec 11,-Harriet A. Thaw, S5 years old aunt of Harry K. Thaw died on Tuesday night at the Friends asylum for the insane at Frankford, a suburb.
 The fact that she was an inmate of the asylum for the insane was used in the second trial of Harry Thaw for the murder of Stanford White when defense of insanity was advanced in behalf of Thaw.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-12-17
Largest Fire in Years.

Raleigh, N. C., Dec 1.-The most disastrous fire that Goldsboro has suffered in many years ragged for several hours last night, causing ! loss of about s10O,OOO. The fire started in John NJ. Grantham's large sales stables next door to the fire de- partment.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-12-17
If It's Made of Rubber We Have It."
Useful Christmas
 Gifts.

We offer below few suggestions that will help you in selecting your Christmas gifts: Mems Gloves, 1Oc to S5. Meps Mitts, 25c to $1. Boys Gloves and Mitts, 15c to Sf. Sweater Goats, 9Sc to $5. Mems Rubber Boots, $2.9O to S4.95. Boys Boots, $2.25 to S3.5O. Small Boys Rubber Boots S1.35 to
 $25O.
 Mems Arctics, 9sc to $2.65. Boys Arctics, 9Oc to $1.5O. Children's Arctics, 65c to $50. Women's Arctics, $1 to So.25. Mems Rubber Coats, $2.75 to S6.5O. Boys Rubber Coats, 1925 to S3. Rubber Hats, 5Oc to $1.25.
 Complete Line of SIeds. Striking Bags and Frames, Boxing
 Gloves, Basket Balls, Basket Ball
 Shoes, Footballs, Gymnasium Hot Water Bottles, soc to S3. Full line of Rubber Toys, 1Oc to $1.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-12-17

Pay your subscription now and be in time for the Democrats big offer for 1909. The Evening Democrat delivered to your door and the Cos mopolitan Magazine for s5 year or 42 cents a month, payable in advance.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-12-17
CARD OF THANKS.

We wish to sincerely thank our rela- tives and friends who so kindly aided and svmpathized with us in our recent bereavement, the death of our mother.
 JOHN F. PHELAN AND FAMILY.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-12-17

The disturbance that was central in Kansas yesterday morning hcs moved slowly eastward. increasiuSaa size and intensity. It is now pro- ducing light rain or snow through cal the Lake Region and central sec tiuns. The outer edge of it Will probably reach this vicinity during ,he afternoon, when it will begin showing and probably turn to rain tonight.
 An area of high pressure with temperatures below zero is develo )- Ing in the extreme northwest
 Conditions favor for this visInity cloudy weather. followed by snow vlieh will probably turn to rain.
 The temperature will rise slowly.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-12-17
WEATHER FORECAST.

Forecast for Connecticut Snow and warmer tonight; Friday snow or rain and warmer; light easterly winds becoming southerly. Friday and probably increasing.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-12-17
OUR 1909 OFFER.
The EVENING DEMOCRAT and The COSMOPOLITAN MAGAZINE for
 the price of one EVENING DEMOCRAT per year $500 l o COSMOPOLITAN per year LOO M:
 - .<n $500
Total per year 5000

A special publishers for this exceptional offer which hbey limited and wi therefore be withdrawn.
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Arizona republican., 1908-08-07
ADJUSTMENTS
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!"<; night the RaI,', r.Is gave to the pc. p'e of Phoenix an opportunity to W.'ness what is perIaI.s ,ne star num- Der of their repertoire The little Min ister" shows them at their best. Not only is this play the best that has as yet been produced by this company, but it also affords an opportunity for some of the most clever pieces of char acter impersOnations ever put on by stock company in this city. The acting of Messrs. Reynolds, Macd w ell, Page and Browning was highly commendable. Their interpretation of their various roles was of d high class order. Miss Pitt as Lady Babhie'' scored a pronounced success, and MT. Whitaker handled the part of Gavin Dishart" the young minister, to the satisfaction of all present.
 As a whole it was a most pleased audience that streamed out of the pa wilton at the fall of the final curtain. \ few more plays of this character MT. Whitaker and the success of your company is assured The play will be repeated tonight. and tomorrow night.
 ITS God" By request. Ask Miss Pitt
Arizona republican., 1908-08-07
HIGHER
 ALFRED PLANS
Work on Valley Banks New Home to Be Rushed to Completion.

Work was recommended on the new building which is being erected for the new home of the Valley bank. The work was started some time ago after the letting of the contract to the Phoenix Reinforced Concrete company but the height of the building was not quite satisfactory and work was stop ped until the owner, MT. Heard, could be communicated with.
 With the new plans adopted the building will be twenty six feet in height instead of sixteen as provided in the original specifications. The cost of the building will be almost doubled The foundations will be put down twelve feet instead of eight.
 In nearly every other respect the building will be constructed the same as was outlined in The Republican when the announcement was first made The word will be rushed along from now on and it is probable the building will be completed by the mid- dle of october.
Arizona republican., 1908-08-07
A PETTY THItF
 CHS NINETY DAYS
Goes Under a Variety of Aliases and An Old Offender.

Santiago Medina, an old offender was arraigned before Justice Kyle charged with a felony. He had enter ed the house of Jesus Rivera in the southern part of the city and stolen a pistol, a pair of spectacIes and a purse containing $1O in silver and S1O in gold
 As is usual in many cases of this nature the complaining witness backed down or did not come up with the ex- pected testimony. He stated that he had told Santiago that he might go in the house and leave his satchel for the night There fore there was no house. breaking, but a simple abuse of con- fidcnce repOsed in friend
 Santiago was then tried under q charge of petit larceny and was as sessed $90 or 90 days in jail. He took the days. He is an old offender, but every time he comes into court it is under a different name Sometime ago he was in jail SO days for stealing clothing and that time he went under the cognOmen of Felix Dieus. Medina is thought to be his right name. Petty thieving has apparently become a matter O. habit with him.
Arizona republican., 1908-08-07
RECORDERS OFFICE.

Virginia George to Walter s. John son, deed 10 lots 16, r. IS block 9 Tempe
 Tempe Land & Imp. Co. to Samuel Brown. deed to E1s lot 16 block ) Tempe.
 NJ. A. L. Reyes and husband to Sam uel Brown, deed to lot 9 block 1 Brills Addition.
 B. c. Pecka ct al to Helmers & Sam UeIs. deed to NEH SWA X E12 NWA SWH section 1j-1N-1E.
 r. Lapelo and wife to Clara Zunkle, deed to Mid F lots II, F, 13, II Smith and Wards Sub. Q F. M. MoGnett and wife to B. G. Pecka, deed to lot Sunderland's Sub.
 $. R. " Townsite Co. to Mabel J. Hood, deed to SWh SWA section 23-3N-1E.
 Dan1 C. Williams to Wm T. Will Hams. deed to E12 NEH section 15- 3N-1E.
Arizona republican., 1908-08-07
MINIATURE FARM
 BITING CONSTITUTED
For the Maricopa County Exhibit At Albuquerque.

Secretary Cowgirl of the board of trade has made arrangements with a Mesa man for the building of a min iature farm. The base of it will be concrete, this will be filled in with soil and real grass will be seen growing concrete house and ut-buildings and the tract will be fenced and cross fenced with wire fencing on concrete posts, gates that will open and close. and everything as realistic as possible with the exception of the old man calling the cows and the wife shooing the chickens out of the garden with her apron
 There will be a canal cemented and provided with headgates, laterals and cemented ditches with check boxes. A spring will be seen bubbling up in the field and running water so that the process of irrigation can be demon- strated. It will be placed in the Salt River valley booth and will no doubt be one of the most attractive features of the display.
 The model of the Roosevelt dam now tAb ii't Albdlu oL NEdut rooms VIII De worked over and specially prepared for exhibition at Albuquerque. The best of the wall maps. showing soil and canal systems will be mounted here and taken along. It is hoped also to have a good display from the ostrich farms. The booth devoted to Mari copa county is to be 20 by 40 feet in size
 Before shipping the display. a room will probably be secured here and q booth put up just as it will be made up at Albuquerque. In this way the amount of stuff required, and no more or less will be shipped than needed, The first citrons raised in the valley were brought into the board of trade yesterday by Joe Egly and R. Bivins furnished some fine samples of milIett. If some of the ranchers don't get a hustle on themselves their offering will be too late and will not be entered in the list of displays. Secetary Cow gill reported very encouraging results on the southside yesterday