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The Newtown bee., 1909-12-24
VIEWPOINT HIGH SCHOOL ALUM.
 NJ ASSOCIATION.
To Hold Annual Meeting. Thursday
 Evening. December 30.

The Newtown High School Alumni Association will hold it's annual busi- ness meeting, Thursday evening, De- eember 30, at 8 D. m. at the resi- dence of Mrs w. H. Stevens, Sandy Hook, All graduates of the High school are invited and urged to be present. Those who have not paid their dues should come prepared to do SC at that time. The meeting will take place regardless of weather con- ditions. Those who expect to attend are asked to notify Mrs Stevens by phone or letter.
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ACCIDENT IN DANBURY.
Hermann Tiemann. J., and Percy Platt Slightly Injured.

Hermann Tiemann, Jr, and Percy Platt were victims of runaway ac- cident, while driving in Danbury, Tuesday afternoon. The horse be- came frightened at an approaching trolley car and ran, throwing them out. Mr Tiemann was slightly bruised about the face and MT Platt sustained a sprained ankle.
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CHURCH NOTES.

A religious service for the public conducted by Rev c. II. Perry, will be held in the Town hall, Sunday evening, December 26, at [ o'clock. Rev Clarence E. Williams, M. A., of Philadelphia, now taking special studies in the Yale Divinity school, New Haven, has been secured to give his stereoptlcan lecture on "The Life that Taught the World to Live" Mir Williams is very highly recommended as q lecturer of ability and the public is fortunate to have an opportunity of hearing him, and 1t is hoped that there will be large attendance present. The lecture is free and everyone is invited. Come and bring your friends,
 Rev C. II. Perry will conduct religious SC vice in the chapel at East Kent on Sunday afternoon, De- cember 26, at 2.S0, and in the school house at Flanders on Tuesday even- ing, December 2S, at ' o'clock. The subjects for the sermons, next Sum- day morning, in the Congregational church will be for the Junior congre- gation, Gods Gift to You," and for the regular congregation, "The Pre- eminence of Christ"
 The subject for discussion in the Mems. Cornerstone class will be What is Jesus to mel"
 A watch night" service will be held in the lecture room of the Con- gregaticnal church on Friday eVen- ing, December 31, at II o'clock. This service will be preceded by a social gathering for old and young, begin ming at o'clock.
 The regular mid-week service on Thursday evening will be omitted next week.
 The Christmas entertainment for the Sunday school of the Congrega- tional church will be held on Friday evening, December "A, in the church at ' o'clock. Santa Claus will be present to descend the chimney and a good time is certain. Come every one and bring your friends both old and young.
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MISS MABEL MULLINS, EL0CU-
 ZIONIST.
Appeared at The Town Hall, Tuesday
 Night.

Miss Mabel Mullins, elocutionist, of New York, appeared at the Town hall, Tuesday evening, in the Mems club course. The program was a varied and interesting enc and pleas ed the audience. The cold weather, nearness to Christmas and an in- creasing number of local events made the audience a small one.
The Newtown bee., 1909-12-24
ST ROSES.
Masses Christmas Day.

Masses will be celebrated at St Roses, Christmas day, at 6 and 10 a. m.; St Stephens church at 7.45 a.. h.; at Southford at a. m. and at the Sacred Heart church, Southbury at 10.90 a. m. The usual Christmas offering will be taken at all the masses.
The Newtown bee., 1909-12-24
NEW YEARS EVE DANCE To Be Given By St Roses Drum Corps

St Roses drum corps will give a social and dance in St Mary's hall. New Years eve, December S1. Good music will be provided and no pains will be spared to make the occasion a notable che. The committee of arrangements consists of NJ. J. Keat- ing, M. L. Keane, P. c. Bradley, J. Carmody, P. Heating and J. J. Car mody.
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MALCOLM sHACKLTE0RD. EN
 RETAINER
To Appear Here. Jaruary 2S.

The closing entertaihmenT in the Mems club course comes on January 2S, when Malcolm Shackleford will appear in a program of songs and re- citations with banjo accompaniment. MT Shackleford coIues very highly recommended nd the entertainment promises tn be one of the best of the course.
The Newtown bee., 1909-12-24

It will be a positive pleasure to look over the Christmas offerings at R. H. Beers & Co.'S, which include fancy Kibbe confections in dainty boxes, umbrellas in cases, skates for the youngsters, pretty booklets, hammered brass articles, handsomely embroidered waists for the ladies, a pretty line of ties for the ladies, brush, comb and mirror sets very handsom in design. The scribe can not enumerate them all. Time is too short. But take our word for it you will be pleased with the selection and will want to possess many of the articles on inspection.
The Newtown bee., 1909-12-24
METHODIST CHURCH NOTES.
Christmas Entertainment.

In place of the Thursday evening meeting, this week, the Sunday school entertainment for Christmas will be held in the church, commence ing at 7oclock. Christmas music and recitations will be the order of the occasion with a social gathering at the close. Friends are cordially in- yited to attend.
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Rev J. II. George has been con- fined to the house for a day or two, suffering from the effects of severe cold.
 Monday, St John the Evangelist day, and Tuesday, Holy Innocents' day, Holy Communion will be cele- brated in private for the sick.
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Reddine.

The Sunday school of the Congre- rational church will have their usual Christmas festival at the church on Tuesday evening, Decem- her 2S. There will be an interest ing series of recitations and carols, after which the Christmas tree will be lighted and the usual fruit dis tributed. Everyone is cordially in- yited.
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R0xbllry.

MIR AND MRS .. W. HURLBURT SUR
 PRISED.
 MT and Mrs G. W. Hurlburt were sur prised, last Saturday evening, pecem- Der IS, by a few neighbors who came in to help celebrate Mrs Hurlburts treatments were served. Guests pres ent were Mrs Sarah Isham Colt, Miss Mary Coates, MT and Mrs Leverett Cas- tie, MT and Mrs Edward Preston and Dr and Mrs l.. J. Pons. MT and Mrs Hurlburt gave their unexpt cted guests a warm welcome and a most delightful time followed.
The Newtown bee., 1909-12-24
SANDY HOOK LIBRARY.
Whist for it's Benefit, Thursday Even,
 ing December 30.

'' A whist will be given in Sandy Hook by Mrs George Taylor and Mrs Frank Mitchell at the home of Mrs George Taylor for the benefit of the Sandy Hooy library, Thursday even ing, December 30. A good time is as- sured all who attend.
The Newtown bee., 1909-12-24
WHIST PARTY.
For the Benefit of the Newtown Li-
 brary.

A whist party for the benefit of the Newtown library will be held on Tuesday evening, January 4. An en- joyable evening is assured. Don't forget the date.
The Newtown bee., 1909-12-24

The attractive store of Taylor, Curtis & Co.,, is bright with the Christmas cheer, the stock including games, toys, books in copyrights and rebounds, handsome stationary, silk umbrellas for ladies and men, lamps, handkerChiefs and silk muf1lers, Then for the Christmas table there are white grapes, mixed nuts and all the delics cies of the season in the grocery line.
The Newtown bee., 1909-12-24
A CARD OF THANKS.

Through the columns of The Bee Mrs D. Grove and family wish to thank the relatives and friends who kindly sent flowers, also Court Sandy INsok, F. of A., and Bridgeport lodge, Order of Eagles, at the time of the death of their beloved son and broth CT, Patrick F. Grove.
The Newtown bee., 1909-12-24

Lanes Fanny Medicine, 25c; Fairchild's Essence of Pepsin, S1' Atwood's bitters, 25c; Fellowe's Syrup, s1.35; Daggett's cold cream, Ice; Cheeseborough vaseline cream, 15c; Foley's KiCney Pills, soc; White Pine and TT, 55c; Oxide of Zinc, plasters in rolls, l5c. At your home drug store, Corbett, Grove & Co.'S.
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GLOVES FOR CHRISTMAS.

And ours always give satisfaction. Ladies, misses and children, 25c to soc. Ladies and misses, $1. Mems plush for driving, soc to $1. Knit and leather for work, 25c to soc. Street gloves s1 to $1.5O. Boys gloves 25c to soc. At F. B. French's, Bethel.
The Newtown bee., 1909-12-24

The December meeting of the Mems club will be held at the Inn annex on Tuesday evening, Decem- Der 2S. The literary jrogram will be in charge of Rev Alexander Steele. Host, Dr F. J. Gale.
The Newtown bee., 1909-12-24
D. MERWIN MITCHELL
Taken Seriously III in Child's Res
 taurant, New Haven, Monday.

D. Merwin Mitchell was taken ill with acute indigestion in Child's restaurant, New Haven, Monday. He was taken to the hospital and is now convalescent.
The Newtown bee., 1909-12-24

Oranges, dates, figs, mixed nuts, English walnuts, layer raisins, Kibbe fancy confections in one-half pound, pound, one pound, two pound and five pound boxes. At Corbett, Grove & Co.'S.
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Sunday Services.

Sunday, St Stephens day, At 10 q. m., Holy Communion; at II q. rn,, morning prayer with sermon by the rector, Rev James II. George, at l2 h., Sunday school; at 2. 30 ?. m., evening prayer.
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ST JOHNS CHURCH.
Sunday ServieCss.

Christmas services next Sunday. Morning prayer, sermon and Holy Communion, 10.45, followed by Sum day school. Children's service and Christmas tree at 5 ?. m,
 Monday, the 27th, St John Evan gellst day, Masonic service and ser mon at 7.30 p. m. Hiram Lodge, No. IS, will attend in body. The Rev J. II. George will participate in the service. All Masons are invited, also members of the Order of the Eastern Star and the general public. Full moon, the 26th.
The Newtown bee., 1909-12-24
Bethlehem.
HELPING THE SCHOOLS.

The sale held last week by the ladies and scholars of the town was well attended. A finely decorated booth was erected in the center of the hall for the sale of useful and fancy articles and was presided over by Misses Phoebe and Emma Smith, Miss Mildred Judd and Miss Bertha Hollenback. A candy booth, at which homemade candy was sold, was presided over by Misses Ina and Edith Lake. The fish pond was con- ducted by Miss Ruth Hollenback, Mrs J. w. Flynn had charge of the food sale and Mrs J. B. Sanford and Mrs John Platt had charge of the sandwiches and coffee sale. The net proceeds were about $50 and will be used with a like amount from the state to purchase equipment for the schools.
 W. P. Lake is home from the Mt Hermon school for the holiday vaca- tion.
 Mis- Julia Aatwood is with her parents, MT and Mrs D. W. Thomp- son, for the holidays.
 Mir and Mrs J. D. Dayton enter tained the whist club, last week, Friday evening, about 30 being present.
 About 20 of w. P. Lakes friends gave him a surprise party, Saturday evening.
The Newtown bee., 1909-12-24

Cyrus Hull of Quaker's Farms was in town calling on friends, last Tues day, and attended the entertainment in the evening at the Town hall, giv- en by the Mems club.
The Newtown bee., 1909-12-24
Christmas Day,

On Christmas day there will be services in the church at 10.30 a. m., with morning prayer and Holy Com munion. The offering will be for the fund for the aged and intirm clergy. A cordial invitation to all is extend- ed.
The Newtown bee., 1909-12-24

New stock of Bradley mufflers in. soc. Sweater coats in qualities that will give you the best of service, for ladies, misses and gents. $1 to $3.9S. At French's Dry Goods Store, Bethel.
The Newtown bee., 1909-12-24

For the Christmas dinner a prime roast, plump and luscious chickens, white grapes, grape fruit, oranges, nuts, etc, offered by Merchant II. Rupf.
The Newtown bee., 1909-12-24

We sell have a good supply of rub bers and felt boots, arctics, etc. Ladies' and mems felt lined shoes and slippers. Prices for the holiday trade as low as the lowest.-Sandy Hook Shoe Store.
The Newtown bee., 1909-12-24

Rev J. A. N. Grenier of New Ha- ven has rented the place of Thomas Reilly near Newtown station and moved in on Wednesday.
The Newtown bee., 1909-12-24

Everything for the Christmas din ner, nuts, raisins, grapefruit, oranges figs, dates, cranberries, etc., at Nor ris, the grocer.
The Newtown bee., 1909-12-24

Morris has those fine felt and rub Der boots that fit the feet and keep them warm. Try them. Also nit tens and gloves for the lands.
The Newtown bee., 1909-12-24

Frank J. McGran and daughter, Margaret, of New Rochelle, N. ", were guests, Saturday, of Mrs John McGran.
The Newtown bee., 1909-12-24

Miss Florence Beecher, daughter of Judge and Mrs Beecher, is at home from the Mt Ida school, New ton, Mass, for the holiday vacation.
The Newtown bee., 1909-12-24

James Keane of Bridgeport was the guest, Sunday, of his mother, Mrs Margaret Keane, of Gas street.
The Newtown bee., 1909-12-24

Miss Doretta Gordon, who has been critically i'll, is improving steadily, thanks to the skill of Dr F. J. Gale and good nursing.
The Newtown bee., 1909-12-24

Miss Hazel Hagen Smith was in New Milford, Tuesday, the guest of Miss Marjorie Todd.
The Newtown bee., 1909-12-24

The selectmen will meet, Friday, December 24, from g a. m. to 12 o'clock to draw orders.
The Newtown bee., 1909-12-24

Don't miss looking over the display at Levys Clothing Store, Danbury. One
 of the finest stores in this part of the
 state and prices reasonable.
The Newtown bee., 1909-12-24

Mrs Charles Minor and Miss Edith Minor of Berkshire were visitors in Dnbury, Tuesday.
The Newtown bee., 1909-12-24

Curtis E. Cook, principal of the High school, will pass the holidays at Harrisburg, Pa.
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TRINITY PARISH.
Christmas Eve.

On Christmas eve win occur the annual Christmas tree service of the Sunday school, at 2 p. m.
The Newtown bee., 1909-12-24

MT and Mrs Benjamin Corning passed Sunday with MT Cprning's parents at Steprey.
The Newtown bee., 1909-12-24

New arrival of those delicious seedless grapefruit, direct from Florida orchards, 3 for 25c, the larg- est. Good ones, 4 for 25c, also oranges, sweet and fine at Farmers Trading Go.
 Charles I. Leach, the Church street grocer, has frightened up the interior of his store with varnish and the addition of new glass doors for the shelves.
 Get the fixings for your Christmas dinner at c. l. Leach's.
The Newtown bee., 1909-12-24

Mrs RutE AIgur is spending a few days in New Haven and Wood bridge.
The Newtown bee., 1909-12-24

Mrs M. 2. Lyons has visited in Bridgeport.
The Newtown bee., 1909-12-24

Arthur J. Smith was in Hartford, Wednesday.
The Newtown bee., 1909-12-24

Lovin's for ladies' suits and furs. Just try him. Opposite the monument in Danbury.
The Newtown bee., 1909-12-24

Mrs William Driscoll passed Tues day in he Park City.
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Mrs Arthur Beard passed Monday in the Park City.
The Newtown bee., 1909-12-24

Have you a copy of the Bee of De- cember 10? See Busker's offer.
The Newtown bee., 1909-12-24

Buy from a large stock, such as Buckingham, the furniture dealer, in Bridgeport, has. Look up his adv.
The Newtown bee., 1909-12-24

Mrs Frank Wright passed Monday in Ridgefeld with her mother, Mrs E. C. Hoyt.
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c. Keane rassed Saturday and Sunday in Danbury.
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New Milford.
NOTES FROM ST JOHNS.

NOTES FROM ST JOHNS. -.
 Services Christmas day: At 10 a. m., morning prayer, Holy Commu- nion and sermon; at ' p. m., Christ mas tree service of the Sunday school.
 At Still River the Christmas festi- val will be held, Wednesday evening, the 29th, at To'clock.
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Kent
MRS S. 10. EATON.

The funeral of Mrs saphronia E. Eaton was held at her late residence on Monday afternoon. We shall miss her very much as all her long mar ried life was spent here. Her hus- band, Luther Eaton, was we'll known all over the country. She leaves one brother and niece,
The Newtown bee., 1909-12-24

Miss Annie Scanlon is on the sick list,
The Newtown bee., 1909-12-24

George Hayes, son of MT and Mrs Wesley Hayes, has undergone an operation for appendicitis.
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4 REPORT OH THE SHERMAN
 SCHOOLS,
And Some Comments.
November 2i, 1909.

REPORT OF J. R. PERKINS ON THn
 TOWN OF SHERMAN,
The Newtown bee., 1909-12-24

Do you know Busker? See his adv on page 10.
The Newtown bee., 1909-12-24

Miss Annabelle Marsh is home for the holidays.
 Mrs E. R. Wooster spent Saturday in Danbury.
 MT and Mrs H. w. Treat were guests over Sunday of Mrs Annie Harris in Norwalk:
 Miss Ruth Treat was the week end guest of Miss elizabeth Peet of Kent.
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A HAPPY SURPRISE IT MRS SARAH
 l. corr.

Friday evening, December 10, Mrs Sarah ISham Colt was given surprise party by few of her near neighbors, the occasion being her birthday. The dining room table was made gay with roses, lighted with candles and bounti- ing was spent with Mrs Colt, who has added much sociability to the neighbor- hood since she has made her home in this village.
 Born, December g, son to Lincoln and Susan Smith,
 Born, December IT, son to James and Daisy Berry.
 Both schools closed Wednesday, for January 4.
 Miss Mary Coates will spend her va cation in Mystic,
 A service will be he.u in Christ church on Christmas eve, at 730 o'clock; also on Christmas day at Il o'clock.
 Mrs Charles Craven and Miss Olga Craven have slosed their home for the Winter and gore to New York.
 The children connected with the Epis- copal church have their annual tree in the hall, Tuesday evening, December 2S.
 The town school committee has ord cred the Painter Hill school closed on account of scarlet fever, until January
 Walter Daley has a fine crop of tobacco all stripped and in the bundle and is now ready to sell his crop to the buyers when they call at his place. He completed stripping his crop on Thursday, November 25.z
 Judge and Mrs E. w. Preston spent last Wednesday in New York City.
 Dr L. J. Pons, who is a member of the state board of health, attended a meeting of the board at Hartford, last week. The cattle and dairy commissioners were also present. The meeting was in the interest of getting pure milk throughout our state
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See Busker's free offer on page 10.
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NICE CHRISTMAS GIFTS.

A handkerchief. Big stock from 5c to 5Oc at French's, Bethel.
The Newtown bee., 1909-12-24

Rev Clarence Beers of Bantam was in town, Tuesday and Wednesday,, guest of MT and Mrs B. L. Johnson.
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Brideewater.

CHRISTMAS SOCIABLE AND SUP
 PER.
The Newtown bee., 1909-12-24

The Congregational Sunday school will hold a Christmas social and supper in the chapel on New Years eve. There will be social hour with games, etc., followed by sup per and the distribution of candy and oranges.
The Marshall republican., 1909-06-25
Probably q Suit

The Kansas City Star OF Tuesday
has am interview with the men in
the Italia racing automobile in
which the men make the statement
that they YER held up at the west
end of the Glasgow bridge by a
gang of men who demanded money
TO: the privilege o: C ossing. They
alleged that the men placed a hand
car across the track aad in their
effort to extort money, held them
so long that they were unable to,
get out OF the way of a freight
train, as they would o h-rwisebsye
done and were struck and the car
injured by the engine. We do not
know how much truth there is in
these allegations but we suppose
the matter will be taken up by the
company and by the Saline county
officials for investigation Glas-
gov Missourian.
The Marshall republican., 1909-06-25

every inch a man. Many of his friends
came in their coaches, and, descending
and going up to Overton, saluted him
respectfully and expressed their sym.
pathy, 10 which overton gently re-
turned thanks. At last a very splendid
coach appeared. II was magnifcently
horsed with four thoroughbreds. and
had outriders, besides two huge foot.
men with :osegays. 1t drew up in from,
Of the pillory, and within It sat Lady
Vernon, superbly dressed; and in her
arms she held a very young infant in
a great robe of lace and satin. Two
nurses sat on the front seat; and Sir
Thomas saturnine countenance glared
behind Lady vernon's beautiful, trlum.
plant face. The coach stopped; and
Lady Vernon, holding the child up in
her arms, directly In front of Overton's
eyes, gave him a smile and o meaning
look, as much as to say:
Poor wretch! your inheritance is
gone!"
The crowd, which was lever in q
good humor with the Vernons, began
to hiss vigorously. This they appeared
not to mind; but when Kisses we're fol
lowed by q shower Of stones and
sticks, the equipage rolled of at the
top Of its speed.
J At IL o'clock Overton was released,
and at INC he was exhorting the peo'
pie to fear God and live truly to him,
He was not interrupted by the con
stables who we're present, and was
listened to with solemn attention. He
has preached ever since, and has never
again been molested. And when a dear
little girl came to my Daphne-I was
then ut sea, fighting the French
Overton vas at the christening, and
made q prayer over her infant head,
which my Daphne believes will keep
that dear child good and holy all her
life.
Giles Vernon, now Capt. Vernon, In
command OF his majesty's ship Acasta,
a, Is counted the smartest of the
young captains in the British service
has grown a little shy Of going too far
with them, and swears he will die 9
bachelor. However, there appears t.
be an affair forward between my little
Daphne, who is now four years and six
months old, and Capt. Vernon, and
think something will m of It when
she is OF a m~arriageable age-and sc
thinks her mother, too.
CTHE ENID
The Marshall republican., 1909-06-25

lah Mustain, daughter OF Mr.. and
Mrs. T. B. Mustain OF Lamine town.
ship, Rev. Shouse officiating. They
will probably live in Blackwater.
Born to Mrs. John T. Davis,
on Saturday evening, June II, 1893,
a son. DR.. Quigg in attendance.
Mr.. Davis was In town this week
Dragging about his catch, and that
another little Republican voter was
a future PROBABILITY. C~ongratuIR-
tions, friends, but it should have
been a girl.---Church Shelton
met with a rather serious accident
Wednesday morning while splitt-
ing wood. He was holding a part
ly split stove stick with his left
hand and struck with his right
hand, and made a miss lick, cutting
his hand between the thumb and
wrist. DR.. Quigg dressed the cut.
News.
The Marshall republican., 1909-06-25
GLASGOW

A very unfortunate accident hap
pened Sunday week to the 4-year-
old son of Louis Meyer, residing 4
miles north OF Steinmetz. The lit
tie boy, in company with a number
Of other children were playing in
the road shooting pebbles in a sling
shot. When the supply OF peb-
bles ran out, rusty nails were pick
ed up and used. One. of these nails
struck the Meyer child AMI was
driven into its skull. The child
was taken to DR.. Ravensway, of
Boonville, for treatment, but blood
poison set in and the child's death
occurred Monday morning. The
body was shipped to Armstrong
and conveyed to the home. The
funeral took place at Glasgow We'd
nesday morning from st. Mary's
Catholic church.
Rev. D. Ernest McCurry, who has
for the past year and a half held
the passionate of the Presbyterian
church at Glasgow, preached his
last sermon here last Sunday. He
expects shortly to leave with his
wife for New York City, where he
will take a course in a theological
seminary.-Glasgow Missourian.
The Marshall republican., 1909-06-25
News.
From Our Exchanges
BLACKBURN

Rev. H. Limper left Thursday
night on a train that was stopped
for him about midnight for Ger
many. He goes to visit his mother.
His brother was to accompany him
but had to give it up at the last
minute. Mrs. Limper's mother is
staying with her while her hus-
band is away. Rev. Limper will be
gone about two months.---Dr.
and Mrs. L. A. Blackburn r enter
tanning Mr.. Will Dulaney, wife and
daughter Miss Lula, of Wichita,
Kansas. Mr.. Dulaney visited Black
burn thirty-nine years ago, when
the town was comprised solely of
ono house-the Blackburn home
stead now occupied by M. p.
Blackburn and family. Mrs. Black
burn, the doctor and guests were
Marshall visitors Tuesday.-Record