Putnam patriot., 1909-02-19
VICINITY.
TBoM PSeN.

The meeting of the w. e. T. L. was
held at the residence OF the president,
Mrs. Oscar Robinson, last week Thurs
day. Much interest had been shown
in this meeting as IS always the case
when held at this place, a. Mrs Rob-
insons hospitality as hostess is we'll
known, also her strict business ability.
huf the clerk of the weather combined
with In grippe held sway, and kept
many at home who had anticipated the
day. The attendance was smaller than
usual, but delightful time was en-
loved by those present Mrs. George
Law read an excellent articieson Lin
coin and Washington Mrs. Good
win of Wilsonville read an article on
..Lincoln.n Mrs. Francis Wizards
life work was discussed. The usual
contribution was voted to be sent, and
other routine business attended to- A
fine collation. was served.
There was a cottage prayer meeting
at the home of Frank Carleton last
Thursday evening. Silas Joslin of the
Methodist church was the leader. ably
assisted by his wife. There was good
attendance.
Rev. Mr.. Ransom of the Methodist
church, sewers his connection with thai
society soon. Ii Is not known yet
where he will go or whe his successor
will be here He and his aIniable wife
have gained hosts of friends and their
loss will be deeply felt. He was an ex-
cellent speaker, and his work in the
sunday school has been appreciated
Mr.. Blake of East Thompson was
called to New Hampshire recently to
attend the funeral of his mother.
George Cutler has returned from \
two weeks visit teBoston and vicinity
Rev. Samuel Thatcher, formerly of
Thompson, now of Oneco, will remain
there another year.
Rev. Mr.. Ransom's sermon last Sun
day was from Luke il, Is, 10. His
theme was Lincoln, whom he highly
eulogized comparing his deeds to those
of Moses. In the evening the Kings
Daughters had charge of the meeting.
The entertainment of the Kings
Daughters al the Ian Saturday even
ing was great success.
The Rev Arnold Huizinga of the
Congregational church took for his
text last Sabbath, For the kingdom Of
cod is not IN word, but in power.
Mrs. Hallett sang s'Just for today
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Rev. Mr.. Huizinga went To Central
Village last Friday and delivered an
address before the Congregational
church there. The people of that par
ish are contemplating calling for their
new pastor Rev. Mr.. Nelherstield.
The Methodist church at NerthGres-
venordale unanimously voted to have
Rev. c. IL. Van Natter remain with
them another year, and he will do so.
Aside from being fluent speaker he is
thorough musician, and his wife Is
popular with all.
The services at the Central Baptist
church last Sabbath were well attend
ed. Rev. c. L. Ramsey preached from
the text, ssNow in all these things we
are more than eonqaerors through him
that loved us Mr.. Brown, assistant
Superintendent of the Sabbath school,
who has acted as superintendent since
Calvin Ballard went away cannot take
the place as he is only home once ia
three weeks. The school and church
are hoping TO secure c. :. Andem, their
former aperintendent, TO again fill the
position.
Oscar Ross, il is expected will move
lately left him by his uncle, Asa Ross,
who died few weeks ago. His son
George will occupy the farm made va
cant by his removal.
There will be preaching service at
the Brandy Hill Baptist church next
Sunday by Rev. {. /. Ramsay. Sab
bath school at ~.
The ice storm of Sunday and Mon
day, although making it had for both
IN an and beast, and difficult and dan
gerous, rendered the landscape thing
of beauty In some of the roads and
byr0ads where the trees were heavily
laden, il was almost impossible TO get
along. Even the horses did net enjoy
q shower of ieieles upon them. One Ia
dy who was driving in an open ear
riage had to return and get covered
one
Mrs. Calvin Munyan, who has been
i'll and confined to her bed for several
months. is much better and able To
walk about the roonl-
Gilbert Thompson has been in town
few days.
George w. Dexter has returned from
his visit among friends, and reports u
pleasant time.
Mrs. Fred Mnnyan has resumed her
duties at the post Office after number
of days illness with the grip.
Mrs. Henry Elliott and Miss Elliott,
of BROOKLYN, Y. V, have been guests
at the Vernon Stiles hotel the past
week.
Mrs. Charles knight has been i'll for
a week with the grip.
The sociable held last week was well
attended, considering the weather,
thirty-six being present The supper
served at go by the hostesses, Mrs
Barton, Mrs. Williams, and Miss Mum
yam, was delicious. The entertainment
committee furnished m interesting
program Mrs. Hallett favored US
again with her pleasing voice.
Last Sunday morning the attendance
at the Congregational church exceeded
that of any this winter.
AECHANICsvILLE