The Press., 1908-04-29
Body of John Panciera Found in
 inc Canal of Faulkner Mill.


 The body of John Panciera, 23, was found in the raceway at Faulk- ner's mill late Tuesday afternoon. The discovery was made by Arthur Lee, who was after a batted baseball. The boy was startled, but notified others of his discovery, and it was not long before a crowd gathered. Medi- cal Examiner Newton and Coroner Fisk viewed the body and-it was taken to the Baker undertaking rooms, where the physicians made a careful examination for evidence of violence. The body shows no evidence of bruises, and the probability is strong that the young man accidentally fell into the stream at some point and was drowned A report was current Tuesday evening that there was foul play connected with the case, but there is no evidence to support the theory. The young man was of a friendly, ikable disposition, and as far as known had no enemies. The theory of suicide also seems unten- able, as his home relations were pleasant and he had much to live for. Panciera disappeared Sunday, April 18th, and considerable anxiety has been felt by his relatives since. Much effort has been made to locate him. Coroner Fisk has made careful in- quiry as to the circumstances im- mediately preceding his death of the people who last saw him alive. On that Sunday afternoon the deceased was riding with his brother, Frank, and John Tonon. He left them about o'clock in the afternoon near the fair grounds, saying he was going home. E. Compardi, who lives near the Faulkner dam, is probably the last man to see him alive. He passed by there about o'clock and probably got in the water soon after, as his watch stopped at B 545. As it would i take few minutes for the water to stop the watch, it seems reasonable to suppose that he fell in the raceway shortly after 5. His hat has not been located. As it was a windy day, the theory is advanced that his hat blew of into the canal. It may be that in trying to recover it he lost his bal ance, fell in and was sucked under the road. Once under, his ability as swimmer would not help him. There is no obstruction to prevent the body from floating down to where it was found. His watch, money and society pins were not disturbed, which shows that no motive of robbery existed in connection with the case. In fact, all the evidence points to accidental drowning.
 Thomas Demond of Springfield has been the guest of his uncle, W. E. Demond.
 ". l.. Tuthill has taken a position as baggage master at the O. V. station.
 Herman Rawitser of, New York, who has just returned from a European trip. is in town.
 A social dance will be given by Wood and Benton at Eaton's hall Saturday evening.
 MT. and Mrs. Guy Blackman and daughter of Springfield are visiting relatives in he@beEOugh.
 Mrs. Clarence Walker of Medford, Mass, is expected to arrive in town for visit with relatives tomorrow.
 Repairs have been made on the east end of the Foster stone block, and the room is now occupied by Felton 6 Wilson as salesroom.
 Herman Ladish had a fall from ladder last Wednesday at his home, which resulted in badly sprained ankle. He was attended by Dr. O. B. Newton.
 James S. Burrans of this town and Miss Etta Wilson of Lawrence were united in marriage at the Episcopal rectory, by Rev. R. M D. Adams. Monday evening.
 There are about 200 dogs in town at present unlicensed. After Friday the town clerk will collect an extra dollar with the license fee or turn the matter over to the dog warden.
 MT. and Mrs. Samuel Farmer and Miss Lydia Lessard recently visited Mir. and Mrs. O. O. .Helmold and MT. Clark of Willimantic. They took an automobile trip around the place with MT. Clark.
 President Dempsey of the Bi-State league has called 8 meeting to be held in the Burns hotel at Palmer this evening. At this meeting it | will probably be decided whether the league will be continued, and if so. whether a salary list can be agreed on.
 The court of burgesses have passed | an ordinance that all dwellings near the public sewers must be connected | and water closets put in, so.. as to do away with t-houses.,- They have | also instructed Health Officer Park hurst to see that the ordinance is en- forced.
 The one-act comedetta, "Who is to Win Him?" will be given by the young people of the Congregational church next Wednesday evening at 8 o'clock. Admission. 15 cents. This bright little English play takes about an hour. Cake and cream will be served for 10 cents.
 Adolph Pfeiffer, superintendent at Faulkner's mill, has resigned his position, to take effect as soon as his successor can be appointed MT. Pfeiffer has had long and successful career in the manufacturing business, and resigns to take a needed rest. He will remain in this town for a time.