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Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1909-07-08

brought four prisoners 10 the county Jdli to be held for the graud iury. The prisoners are all negroes They are Ed Bullock, charged with the murder "l Kent Fcague, I.ise Bell charged With assault with intent to kill one Joe Blackwell; Nance Hall and ,Io- seph Jones, who are charged with stealing $150 check from Jones nn c1e.
 Nick Wells of Hambura is @uest at the Hotel Jefferson.
 Albert Tllman, well known Pa ducah Ky. travelling salesman. is fn the city visiting his trade.
 Roy F. Rritton, of St Louis, as sitant general attorney for the Cotton Belt road is in the city on legal busi- ness.
 John 0. Harrison and C. F. "Windy' Baker will leave in few days for Los Angeles, Cal. where they will attend the annual national convention of the Grand Lodge of Elks. They will take with them two hundred beautiful badges, which were recent ly ordered by the Pine Bluff lodge for the Grand Lodge members. The badge, which was exhibited yesterday by County Treasurer Curran NEhol. is beauty. It is of gold plated ma terial with a small gold bale of cot ton attached. It bears the inscrip- tion, Pine Bluff. Arkansas The Best Long Staple Cotton on Earth.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1909-07-08
Euclire On tie Farm.

:. 1 pdi y ot young people spent an enjoyable day as the guests of Mrs. Angie Hanson at the country home If her father Pc Merlo, on Tuesday The affair was given eomplimentary to Miss Deniarchi. of Memphis.
 The affair was a tuchre party. The frs, prize was won by Miss .Alvie Viets. the boeby prize by Miss Annie Monstacii@, and the honoree was pre- faented "lth a hand. painted fan.
 At ncsn a delicionS luncheon was served. The party spent the day at the farm. returning home late. Tne.e present we're: Misses Katie Ffaney, Letha Bennett, Allie Maustacha. Be4- tie Lee Smith =Al4ie Niecs. Rath Pick cit. Glare I3sHpsey. Mary and Ellen Neflo. and Ms cHaries Nerlo aG Memphis.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1909-07-08
< Novel Entertainment.

The friends of Miss Marjorie Stump ter were cordially entertained by Miss Ella Fox at her home. on South Olive street. Wednesds, evening with a travelling party
 When the guEsts arrived they were met by the hostess and her mother and the bows were conducted to the eonth end of the porch to large window, bearing the placard, Bag gage Checked Here. The boys left their hats with the custodian, recelv- ing in exchange a unique check. From +here all were directed to the ticket ooent who gave them tickets, bearing humorous directions for their trp. Those tickets. bearing the names of tho statiChs between Pine Bluff and Malyern were given the guests, and ,,orp countersigned before starting by each of the opposite sex for a trip ,otvepn a station. The boys drew for their positions among the train crew The conductor called all .hoarde and the trip began. When m.I, started, the news butcher c.me through yelling magazines. pe.nnts. chewing gum, candies.' and at several stations, telegrams were delivered, causing much merriment by their witty tidings. When they reached Malvern" they were greeted oy the call, "Harveys eating house, :. a'Aa the beating of pan by the u...', .aieer,' and the call was obeyed ,;o.a aiacrity Here all partook of de-
 iuneheon.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1909-07-08

Those present were. Misses Mar Jorle sunpter' of Malvern; Lela Gam hiii' Jesie Banks. Annie Martin. Flor enee Mccain. Hattie nalsey Mamie No0n. Mile May Howell Readma oa0s7I. Mamie NiohoG N.}fc May TohTf Gertrude Fox. Pauline John son and Ella Fox; Nes.rs. Rob Lee ''Erd' Garland Pierce. \1ricus Fender grass. Jim Nel.eIEvH Crawford nud, son Carl Andrews. Harry Miller Hunter At..issaa. Richard Kaiser 'onn NIe>ander, Jim NcCammon. Ce- ch Ha&er aD2 lI4r@ty Mann.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1909-07-08
Bnnn.Lcakc.

Miss Eorena Bum. of 'ordyce. and Sam Leake. of Fayetteville, will be married at the home of Miss Bunn' ; sister Mrs. !. B. Talbot, by Rev. T. |. Ramsey, pastor of the First Metho- dist church, Wednesday afternoon. July Fl, at 1 30 o'clock.
 The bride-elec is a sister of Mrs. H.. E. Williams, Mrs j. B. Talbot and Miss Annie Brnn. Of this city. and Miss Bessie Runn. of Fordyce. Miss Bunn is an amiable and cultur, | young lady and is we'll known here.
 Mir. Leake represents an insurance company, and is a popular young man.
 They vii make thefr future home in Fayetteville.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1909-07-08
Lawn Party for Little Folk.

Miss Annie Rosenberg. the little daughter of Mr and Mrs. $. \. Rosen- berg, entertained about thirty little friends at the home of her parents, on West Barraque street, last night, in honor of little Miss Lucille Sum merfield, of Little Rock, with lawn party.
 The lawn was liehted with Japah1 ese lanterns. and the little folk played many games. Ice cream and cake were served at the proper time. 'Thir- ty boys and girls enjoyed her hospi- tality.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1909-07-08

Owing to the fact that we will move to our new building August 1st, we will sell everything at reduced prices from now until that date. Fox Bros. Hardware Go. (Retail Dept.
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Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1909-07-08
AnotEler Box Party.

Mrs. J M. Iii4btowef Was awarded the Elks Theater box party given away yesterday by the Grand Leader for the "Damo anI pHthias per formance. mese Hted last night. In the box won by Mrs. HightoWer were Misses Carro EiishtoWer and Ruth and Louise H ghtoWer. Mrs. T. Ii. Col Her chaperoned the young ladies.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1909-07-08
SUBSCRIBERS NOTICE.

If yru miss your paper you are fe- quested to notify the Graphic office, both phones, during the week. not later than 10 o'clock a. m. and paper will be sent you by special carrier.
 ROY B. SMITH,
 Circulation Manager.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1909-07-08

Now is the time to buy Refrig- orator, Water Cooler. Ice Cream Freezer or anything in that line. You can get a bargain during our removal sale. Fox. Bros. Hardware Co tRe- tail Dept, 7-,i- ifn
The Newtown bee., 1909-02-26

Y. P. s. c. E., of the North church on Monday evening was very en- joyable affair. Music, recitatiCnS, tableaus, etc., composed the program after which all enjoyed social time. Tea and hatchet cookies were passed and he ladies who served were attireG in ant,Gun costumes with p,wfpred hair.
 MT and Mrs Dudley Beach will go housekeeping on Hillside avenue, Waterbury the first of the ntnth.
 Miss Rr;y BeardsleH 1S src' dirg a few days in New York.
 Mr and Mrs Lyman Rich. MT and Mrs Otis Gow1es an daughter, MT A. R. Isfam and son and many eth, CTS from %aterbur! were n town over the holiday.
 Clyde Dawson, sod of l. [. Daw- snn is recovering cutie rapidly fr' m typhoid pneumonia.
 Mrs Dwight Clark f:"m Orange has been visiting her mother, Mrs L. A. Treat.
 The funerals of Mrs Charles Net tleton, Mrs David Bull, Mrs George Garlick and Mrs Grummond have all been attended by J. D. Kimball this week.
 The ordination of Rev Mir Seeker son was held in the South church on February 25.
 Mrs A. ". Mitchell entertained the Sunshine circle of the North church, this week.
 Mrs Helen Logan of Bridgeport was a guest of her sister, Mrs Wat son Frishic, over Sunday.
 J. N. Munson and wife are visit ing Mrs Munson's sister in Morgan town, West Virginia.
 Albert Dowd of Providence, R. l., has heen visiting at his parents in Weekeepeemee.
The Newtown bee., 1909-02-26
THE SECRET OF LONG LIFE.

A French scientist has discovered one secret of long life. His method deals with the blood. But long ago millions of Americans had proved Electric Bitters proloEgs fife and makes it worth living It purifies, enriches and vitalizes the blood, re- builds wasted nerve cells, imparts life and tone to the entire system. It's gOdsend to weak, sick and de- bilitated people. Kidney trouble had blighted my life fol months," writes W. M. Sherman, of Cushing. Me, but Electric Bitter3 cured me entirely" Only soc at R. II. Beers X Co, Newtown; Taylor, Curtis & Co.,, Sandy Hook; P. J. Garvin, Beth el; L. Goulett, Stevenson: Ii ". Os- borne, Easton; W. B. Hawley. Sher- man; Smith Bros, Cornwall Bridge; EOnners Bros, GenreCtown; R. F
 Smith, West Cornwall; 5. J. Black man, Hawleyville; c. W. Hurlburt& O.. ROxbury: Allen Joyce. Roxbnry Station;. c. w. Hatch. Bridgewater; w. N. Noble, New Milford; E. H. Beardsley, New Preston; Wetterau & Williams, Washington Depot; liar ry Brown, Southbury; C. P. Will Hams, South Britain: Perkins Bros, Warren; W. N. HurG, Long Hill; Penfield & Craig, Stepney Depot.
The Newtown bee., 1909-02-26
Waramaug have returned with a fine catch of fish.

Waramaug have returned with fine catch of fish.
 Miss Flora Strong observed Lin coins day and Washington's birth day with suitable readings, reel tations, tc. Much credit is due Miss Strong for her fine management.
 Miss Augusta 0hmen is visiting her brother on "Briar Bridge"
 A. Chappius of TorringtOn is visiting his cousin, A. E. Chappius.
 Robert Swift and family returned home from visit in New Britain, February 23.
 The schools observed Washing tons birthday by recitations, sing ing and readings suitable for the day.
 Eben Strong from New Britain spent few days, last week. with his father. \. B. Strong.
 F. P. Johnson nas bought the place of Frank Stone near Waramaug Lake.
 Edward Carter is speculating in real estate. He has sold the aban- doned farm known as the Woodin place, which he recently purchased to New York parties.
 Perry Strong has bought the place known as the James Burns place, and expects to take possession on March 1.
 The severe ice storm did great damage to fruit and shade trees and also to timber in the woods.
The Newtown bee., 1909-02-26
Mail shopping is safe and sure at this store.

The Howland Dry Goods Store is brought right to your door by the mail and the express office Ev- erythug sold he and that means everything from pins to fine rug may be bought by you through the mail as safely and satisfactorily as in person. Your order taken care of by an expert and careful shopper who the and taste Tn filling it as in buying for herself Your inquiries are attended to just as carefully you are interested in wash goods for example sample with prices are cut off and sent to you from which choice is to be made That choice made the store fills your order at once; delivering with extra sent with orders.
 There is doubtless time for us to do this for you,
 May we invite you now to use all the facilities of the and larger store whenever you chance to be in town It pleasant place to spend an hour There pleasant resoomS spot where you may get lunch for little, and many many things of interest Come and see how enoyabea place this is.
The Newtown bee., 1909-02-26
Warren.
NEWS HEREABOUTS.

henry Smith of elizabeth, N. J.. was in town visiting friends and with the intention of buying real estate for a summer residence. Mr Smith has the authority of selecting a piece of property suitable for a home for disabled or aged union men and their families. This prop erty will be handsomely paid for if satisfactory. Amount of acres de- served for this enterprise must not be less than goo acres and not more than 1000 acres. Anyone having such farm wishing to communicate with Mir Smith can write to 126 Miller street, Elizabeth, N. J.
 City guests are at Brookside Cot tage.
 City guests who have been stop ping with Mir and Mrs A. E. Chap pius to enjoy the fishing on Lake
The Newtown bee., 1909-02-26
his recovery being doubt

condition, his recovery being doubt ful.
 Mrs Arthur Hayes, who is a pa- tient at Dr Jackson's sanitarium in Watertown, is exceeding the expec- tations of her friends by her com fortable condition.
 John Greer entertained relatives over Washingtor's birthday.
 Quiet reigned in a large measure last week, during the severe ice storm, as the phones were conlpara- lively idle for several days.
 Mrs George w. Peck rode out for the first time on Sunday.
 MT and Mrs J. w. Smith and MT and Mrs George Tracy are visiting in Norfolk and Washington.
 A. C. Laks, IS imp owing slowly. He has been confined to the house for about four weeks under the care of Dr Allen of Woodbury. Mrs Lake has been sick part of the time.
 The whist party at J. w. Flynn's, last Friday evening, was a very pleasant affair. Many more would have been present if the weather had been plea 3ant. There were enough presert for six tables.
 Mrs Isaac Bidgood has sold her personal property and gone to live with he. brothe. -in-law.
The Newtown bee., 1909-02-26

Miss Anna B. Lake has closed her house for a few weeks and is in New Haven.
 The National cheese and dairy factory opened for business on Mon- day. Fred Thompson thought to be the first patrcn, and hastened there with a fruit can full of D1ilk, but on arriving at the factory found that Gordon Tyler end James T. Parmelee We're in tha sscendency, being there with a large quantity of milk. The present price is 4 1-2c per quart.
 Charles Peterson is doing we'll at The Waterbury fosnital.
 Samuel Gum is in a very feeble
The Newtown bee., 1909-02-26
The NeWtOWn Bee. Newtown, Friday, February 26, 1908.
Bethlehem.
MRS SUSAN ATWOOD TERRELL.

MRS SUSAN ATWOOD TERRELL.
 Mrs Susan Atwood Terrill died at Hollister Jackson's where she had been cared for during the past few months, on Sunday, February 2l, aged about 80 years. Her funeral was attended Tuesday at 10 a. m. She leaves a sister, Mrs Wealthy Stevens of Bethlehem and brother, Sherman Atwood, who lives at Mt Carmel.
The Newtown bee., 1909-02-26
Woodbury.
MIR THEB0s HORSE RUNS AWAY

MIR THEBo'S HORSE RUNS AWAY
 Mir Thebo's horse ran away last Friday night and stayed cut all night near Cam avenue, tangled up in the harness. MT Thebo searched nearly all night in the rain without being able to find the horse.
 Mrs c. E. Trowbriuge is visiting friends in Roxbury.
 The hatchet social given Dy the
The Newtown bee., 1909-02-26
NEHEMIAH l.. BLOSS, EIGHTY
 ONE YEARS OLD.

February 20 was the S1st birth day 0f Nehemiah L. Bloss. He was the recipient of many con3ratu- lations in the form of letters and postcards, the latter numbering over 30.
The Newtown bee., 1909-02-26
v Washington
FREIGHT WRECK NEAn ROM
 FORD,

Two cars jumped the track at Romlnrd wnen the bound freight train passed at II q. Ill.,, Monday, thereby obstrueting the main track. Passengers going bota north and sonth were obliged tp walk around the wreck to transfer trains Everything was clear for the norlh-bound evening train. Com ductor Brennan with his wreeking train started for New maven at 9 D. m
The Newtown bee., 1909-02-26
MRS JULIA RICHARDS.

MRS JULIA RICHARDS.
 The funeral services for Mrs Julia Richards, wno suddenly passed away at the Van lngen home in New York City, was largely attended on Satur. day, February 13, at the Congre- gati0nal church on Washington Green. Although Mrs Richards had reached the advanced age of "A years, up to the .ast hours of her life She retained an active and remark able interest in all town and church affairs. She had always lived in the old homestead in which she was born within sound of the church bells. Her former and much beloved pastor, Rev MT Turner, who came from Hampton, Va., to ofIiciate with Rev Robert k. Carter, paid her a touch- ing tribute in his prayer at tie church. Her nephew, Dr Richards Of New York, pronounced the con- initial service. The joyful coloring Of host of daffodils sent by loving ffltnds was "ery beautilll token Of faith and brought to every sor- rowing heart the renewed promise of the resurrection morning. SUBJECTS OF THE COMPOSITION
 CONTEST FOR THE PUBLIC
 SCHOOLS OF WASHINGTON.
 l. Incidents in the journey of the Ships Around the World.
 2. The Panama Canal.
 8. What is being done to preserve or forests.
 1. The Connecticut Charter.
 5. The life of the late King of Sweden.
 6. Ind Hans of Connecticut.
 '. Life of Abraham Lincoln.
 Suggestions:
 ]. Competition open until May l, 1909.
 2. Articles may contain not less than 1000 words.
 3. Write on one side of the sheet only.
 4. Spelling and general appear anGe Of the paper V ill be considered.
 5. Outside assistance may be ob- tained, but the composition is to be the original work of the pupils.
 6. Sign only a fictitious name to the composition, and put in a sealed envelope both the real and fictitious names.
 It is desired that every pupil who can will enter into this contest.
 s. Three prizes in money will be given fer the three best compositions the amount of which will be an- nounced later
 The schools closed on Mo2da Washington's birthday.
 Mrs David Hurlburt has returned from the hospital at Danbury. She is still in very poor health. Her sis ter from New York recently visited her.
 Miss Iseley of Utah will give an interesting address on Friday in the chapel, on her work among the Nor mons.
 The Monday club will meet next week with Mrs F. w. Wersebe.
 Despite the stormy weather, last Monday, very pleasant gathering of the ladies enjoyed the hospitality of Mrs Thon nton w. CogsWell.
 w. Turney Odell is ill with ton silitis at the nome of his nephew, A. c. Titus.
 Carlton E. Hoadley and Miss Sarah Hoadley were guests over Sunday of A. c. Titus.
 The Midwinter dance of the Ridge was held in the Club hall on Satur- day evening. Wheeler & Wilson's band of Bridgeport furnished the music.
 An interesting and exciting bask- etball contest was played on Satur- day between the Wykeham Rise team and the Rosemary Hall team of Greenwich
Norwich bulletin., 1909-12-11
WELLINGTON
Congregational Pastor Omits Service Because of IIlness-LoeaI People at New Haven Meeting.

Rev. Austin Gardner was indisposed on Saturday, so the church was not opened Sunday morning. He is much better. Miss Gardner led the Endeavor meeting, which was held in the Con- gregational chapel. Rev. MT. Darrow voiced the sentiment of the congrega- tion in sending regrets and sympathy to MT. Gardner. A business meeting was held at the close of the season for prayer and conference.
 At the Baptist church the pastor perfaced the service by alluding to the fact that it was just year since he first came to Wilmington and spoke ap- preciatively of uniform kindness and consideration that had been shown to himself and Mrs. Darrow.
 Communion was observed and the righthand of fellowship extended to MT. and Mrs. Elmer Mathews, Willie Cleveland and Charles Lyon.
 MT. and Mrs. George A. Cosgrove went Monday to New Haven to attend a three days meeting of the state board of agriculture. Mrs. Cosgrove remained there as a guest of her friend, Mrs. Burton, and MT. Cosgrove went to New York, Newark, N. J., and As- bnry Park, to visit friends. They ex- pect to return early next week.
 Two students from Storrs walked up to church Sunday morning, remained to Sunday school, much enjoying MT. Cosgrove's class, and later went to CoZycroft to dinner.
Norwich bulletin., 1909-12-11
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RICHMOND

On Tuesday, Dec. [, the Clark's Mflls W. c. T. U. met with Mrs. William Me- Donald at Kenyon. The meeting waS called to order by the president. Mrs S. R. Dawley, who conducted the de- votional exercises. Mrs. J. O. Baboocks president of the Fourth district W. c T. U., was present and contriouted much to the interest of the meeting by her account of the national convention, that being the subject of the meeting, The rollcall was responded to in the usual manner, many of the responses being selections of scripture. The text word for the meeting was Labor. Mrs. meeting of the executive board which was held in Providence. Baltimore was decided on as the place in which the next annual national conventions will be held. She also spoke of tha medal contest work. Several selection on temperance were read by those present. A solo was sung by Mns. AL bert Hoyle, Scatter Sunshine by the Way. A poem was read by Mrs. .. R. Dawley Welcome at the National Convention, which was followed by singing Blest Be the Tie. A eoflec- tion was taken and the meeting ad- tourned with the w. C. T. T.. banadic- ton, after which Mrs. Mcdonald served refreshments.
 The Ladies' Aid society connected with the Baptist church at Shamrock held a Christmas sale and served . bean supper Friday evening in the vestry of the church. Music was giv~ en by the Kenyon band.
Norwich bulletin., 1909-12-11
STAFF0RDvILLE
Committee for Christmas Observance Norwich Preacher for Sunday Found Dead in Bed.

Mrs. Elsie Belcher Allard has been i'll.
 Mrs. Della West is spending a few adys with friends in Somersville, Mass.
 Mrs. Walter Baker of Hartford was with her mother. Mrs. William Potter, last week Wedne sday
 Mrs. George Colley is spending few days with Mrs. A. Chapman who has been Ill but Is improving.
 MT. and Mrs. E. J. Roberts of Ply mouth, Mass, have recently been spending few days with relatives in town.
 MT. and Mrs. James Putnam and two children have returned from their visit with his parents in Winchester, N. H.
 John Tonon of Stafford Springs has purchased the house of J. H. McCar- thy vacated by F. M. Sanger.
 Rev. J. H. Newland of Norwich will preach in the Methodist church at o'clock next Sunday evening.
 The committee for the Christmas tree and exercises at the M. E. church are as follows: Music, Mrs. J. H. Me- Carthy; recitations, Mrs. Robert Will Hams; decorating, Misses Nellie Dug dale and Bertha Belcher; gift pur- chases, Mrs. Lizzie Hammer.
 Theodore M. Lyon received word on Tuesday that his brother, Leander Lyon of Mansfield Four Corners was found dead in bed that morning.
 Rev. Robert Williams preached a powerful sermon in the Methodist church last Sunday morning, the theme being: Personality" text, Gen. 12:1. MT. Williams Is a very capable and interesting speaker.
Norwich bulletin., 1909-12-11
MASHAPAUG
Schools Open After Weeks Vacation
 Personals.

MT. and Mrs. Oliver Hewlett of Hol- land visited relatives in town Sunday.
 The Cleveland house is rapidly near ing completion, paper hangers being at work there now.
 The schools in town were closed all of Thanksgiving week. Miss Irene Kelly, teacher at district No. 4, passed her vacation with her parents in Southbridge, Mass.
 MT. and Mrs. Harold Smith were in Boston recently.
 The cottage recently sold by F. W. Moore is being jacked up ready for re- moval to Westville, Mass. The old blacksmith shop and other buildings around the house are already torn down, so that the lumber can be util- ized.
 Miss Belle Moore was home the last of last week on a brief visit.
 The assessors have begun their fall work of assessing property in town.
 Bert Hewlett passed Saturday and Sunday last with his uncle. Adelbert Hewlett, of Worcester
 Alfred Siswick has resigned at H. R. Towards and has left town.
 Harry Stone led the c. B. meeting Sunday night. A large number at- tended.
Norwich bulletin., 1909-12-11

fellowship of the church Sunday morning, four of whom were baptized the previous Sunday. Two others came by letter. Those baptized were Mrs. George Stedman, Mrs. Edward Dim ock. Miss Mary Tilden and Miss Au- gusta Tilden; by letter, Mrs. Ernest Durkee and Mrs. Robert Crossthwaite.
 The friends of Dr. Johnson regret to learn that he is not improving as rap- idly as could be wished.
 George Stedman is in feeble health.
 Miss Bertha Botham is able to see her friends. and will soon be among them again.
 Mrs. Carr is visiting her brother, Fenelon McCollum.
 Eugene Carr and family are to re- move to Dedham. Mass, this month. This is a matter of sincere regret to the residents of Mansfield Depot. MT. and Mrs. Carr have been very helpful to the church during their residence here. MT. Carr has added his fine voice to the choir, and has been a faithful attendant upon the services of the church. Mrs. Carr has been a capable helper in the aid department.