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The National tribune., 1909-01-07

The migration from the country is
large and constantly growing. 1t is es-
timated that about 100000 Italians
are now living in other countries In
1905 there were 726,331 Immigrants. of
whom 266,982 went to other parts OF
Europe. $4,000 to North Africa, 316,797
to the United States 10000 to Brazil
and $3.50 to the Argentine and other
South American countries. About seven
per cent of the population of the Gala
brias and Sicily left the country in 1905.
This being the case, 1t looks as II this
blow will come near making desertion
of the country. Still, the bulk of the
population may probably cling to the
soil. hoping against hope that there will
be no more repetitions. The soil and
the skies are very attractive. and the
people dull and unenterprising and
propagating Freely
The National tribune., 1909-01-07

When Mr.. Carnegie was here recently
he went about in the democratic way
that he usually does, taking street
car or walking. and managed to get
pretty badly lost between the avenues
and circles. He started out to dine with
Mr.. Clifford Pinchot one evening, and
got so mixed up on his location thru
getting off at the wrong angle of the
avenue that he had to call on a police
man to help straighten him out and di-
rect him to the house where Mr.. Pin
chot lived. And worst Of all, he almost
missed his dinner.
The National tribune., 1909-01-07

Miss Ethel Roosevelt is sure going the
the pace for a debutante. She is invited
to breakfast, to lunch eon, to tea, to
dinners and finishes up with ball,
where she dances most of the night. As
a matter of fact. the days have to be
crowded. because there are only just
so many of them before inauguration,
when the young lady will be just Miss
Roosevelt" and another young lady will
be the young lady of the White House.
Connecticut western news., 1909-09-02
THE MILITARY TAX

Win be Abolished After Date of Octo--
 Der Ist, 1910.
 Several important changes have been made by ths recent legislature in the laws governing local and state taxation, the most important of which is probablyn the act of requiring the election of three assessors, except in the towns which now elect or oppoint their assessors in a. similar manner under special act. In those town holding annual elections the terms ultimately will be three years, one being elected each year. In the towns holding biennial elections, the term will be four years, one and two assessors be- ing chosen alternately at succeeding biennial elections. This does away with minority representation. makes it impos- sible to have only two assessors, as obtains i'll many towns, and will un- doubtedly eventually result in better assessors and better work.
 An amendment extends the time from twenty to sixty days from November lst, when the assessors may summon before them any person who has failed to hand in his list ot taxable property.
 After October lst, 1910, the present poll and military com mutation tax will be abolished, and all male persons be- tween the ages of twenty -one and sixty years will be liable for a personal tax of two dollars each, subject to the same sx- captions that now apply to poll and mili- tary communication taxes. This law also provides for adequate assistance in compiling the list of such persons and for the collection of the tax. The poll and military communication taxes will be levied and collected under the present statute during the coming year. with the exception that all reports of those liable for military communication taxes will be made to tho tax commits |. sioner instead of to the adjutant general as heretofore.
Connecticut western news., 1909-09-02
HURRAH, HOORAY!
 FOR CIRCUS DAY
AL. F. WHEELER'S BIG SHOWS
Will Give Afternoon and Evening Per formances in Canaan Tuesday, Sep tember '. The Small Boy and His Sister Are Very Happy.

Do you, my parent reader, note a change for the better in the disposition of your boy these days? Doesn't the little rascal do all manner of errands with surprising alacrity, whereas for merly he was morose or sullen whenever he had to stop playing with his chums and run to the store for bar of soap or a loaf of bread? Doesn't he even ask, "Pa," Cor ''Ma," whichever the case may bel "hain't you got something can do for you?" And then after he has done something for you, doesn't he eventually slyly swing around to the one subject uppermoSt in his mind and say something like this: Say, pa, tor ''ma"), the circus Il soon be here, won't it? Geel but I bet it's a big one; for them pictures over on the big barn shows elephants, n clowns, n men m women ridin' horses, n everything! You goin' to let me go to the circus, pa?" tor map
 An, kind parent, the fact that the popular Al. F. Wheeler's New Model Shows are advertised to give afternoon and evening performances in Canaan Tuesday, September 2, accounts for the colossal change iR little Willie, or Sam mic, or Georgie, or Charlie. That's it, the circus
 Doesn't the mere mention of the word, "circus," recall to your mind, dear reader, the most tender of juvenile memories? Can't you, in gentle retros- pection, recall the days, long gone by, when the annual visit of the circus per turbed your little mind just as percep- tibly as it now excites your offspring? Of course the word awAkens in you tender memories of those years which can never more return. The word acts just as magIcally on you as it does on your son; and, no matter how old you may be, you already feel an irresistible craving to see the circus yourself. And 1t goes without saying that when Sep Sember seventh comes you will go and see the Al. F. Wheeler Shows; but it also goes without saying that you will :>ffer that stereotyped, stock excuse, II had to go to take the children, you know" Well, 8 poor excuse is better than none, and we will take your word for it.
 But to return to the ubiquitous boy: As we said before, you already feel m irresistible desire to see the show your self. And, knowing that you shall. you answer the boys question thus. "Well, my son, if you're a good boy until circus day, I'll take you to see the elephant and clown" At that the boy jumps up and down and claps his hands in great gloe. And then you tell hlm to run along and play; or maybe you take advantage of his acqniescent mood and send him on an errand.
 The Al. F. Wheeler circus is not the largest on earth. but in SO far as quality is concerned it ranks with the best tent show in the country; and all who attend will be well pleased.
Connecticut western news., 1909-09-02
State Expenses Se,ooo,ooo

The appropriations for the next two years made by the general assembly at the session of 1909 amount to about $9,OOO,O00. This does not include the sum of $5OO,OOO for the Old Saybrook and Old Lyme bridge fer which bonds will be issued. The estimated receipts for the two years ensuing from Septem- Der 30, 1909, are $6, $40. .OoO, or in round numbers $7,OOO,OOO This shows an apparent deficit of about $2, 100000. But the estimated receipts are always less than the actual revenue of the state. It has happened that the actual receipts have exceeded the estimates by 35 per cent. It is expected that the excess for the next two years will be substantial The rate of the inheritance tax has been practically doubled and this increase will yield @ large revenue She state tax will raise about $9O0, ,0OO. However, all but about $30,0OO of this will be used in the paying of the bonds which will fall due in 1910. This increase in the value of securities will elso help increase the revenue above the amount esti- mated,
Connecticut western news., 1909-09-02
JEROME TO SPEAK

Labor Day the Time, ,Lakeville the Place
 and Bremen T tournament the Event.
 The Firemen's tournament to be held at Lakevills, Labor Day, will be notable for the prominence of it's speakers, among whom will be District Attorney Jerome of New York and ex-GoveTnor George P. Mclean. Both men are fine speakers. The other events consisting of hose, hook and ladder, hub and hub and running races for silver cup and a fast base ball game between Lime Rock and Lakeville will provide a great variety of amusement. The parade at 10 o'clock with it's fire companies. their apparatus and bands and drum corps will also be feature of the day. The admission to the grounds which includes all events is only 25 cents. An excellent dinner will also be served to the public on the grounds at 20 cents
 Handsome souvenir badges will be on sale. Come to Laksville and spend an enjoyable day. An excellent train ser vice will enable everyone to attend. Don't miss it. It's going to be a big day.
Connecticut western news., 1909-09-02

make 8 fortune in a short time. He was so infatuated with the story that he determined to go to Collinsville. But ne had very little money. He packed his effects in a small leather trunk and took steamer from Cleveland to Buffalo, there embarking on canal boat for Albany, N. Y. He was two weeks go- ing from Buffalo to Albany. At the latter point he took second class car to Hartford. Upon arriving in Hartford, he did not take hack, but put his little leather trunk on his shoulder and looked for tavern. He brought up at the United States hotel, engaged a nights lodging and asked what time the train would go to Collinsville. After paying for nights lodging he had barely enough money to pay his fare on the stage to CollinsYille. In the morning the bell rang for breakfast and the clerk came to tell him breakfast was ready but the poor boy was not hungry, as he needed his change. But after reaching Collinsville, he never wanted for money, He thereafter not only had enough for himself, but could lend to others if necessary.
 After leaving Collinsville, where he spent some little time, he graduated from the axe factory and went in busi- ness for himself in New Hartford While there he boarded six years Tn a first class hotel. During that time he met charming young lady whose name was Caroline Segar. After six years of happy oourtship they were united in marriage in the beautiful town of Falls Village in the year 1853 and celebrated their golden anniversary in 1903. This was a very happy occasion for the elderly couple.
 Francis Henry Olin was born Feb. 23, 1855. He graduated from Ann Arbor Medical college in 1881 and is now prac. tioing in Southbridge, Mass. He is one of the most successful physicians in Massachusetts. Edwin Clarence was born in 1864 and died in Worcester at the age of sixteen. He was a promising boy and fine musician, having had the best teachers the city afforded, He stood high ill botany and geology.
 Coming back to the subject of our sketch: MT. Olin was sheriff at Falls Village for three years and for 8 long period he acted as treasurer of the Agricultural society. He has always been liberal church supporter and when a young man hired high back pew for himself i'll New Hartford Con- gregatlonal church. He has in late years been identified with Grace Meth odiSt church of Worcester and the Meth dist church, Falls Village. MT. Olin was master of Montgomery lodge in 1869 and 1870, member of Darius Chap ter Royal Arch Masons, Litchfield and
 [Continued on page 6.
Connecticut western news., 1909-09-02
LAKEvILLE-sHEFFIE1p

Lakeville defeated Sheffield at Lake viRe Saturday by score of 6.2. Finn pit ched gilt edged ball for Lakevina strik- ing out IS and allowing but four hits, one of which was two bagger by Kane Cartmill for Lakeville got two three baggsrs, Foley; two two basgers and Stuart one two bagger. Schmidt pitched for Sheffield and struck out five and walked two. LalSeyille had five errosr, and Shsffisld three. An unfortunate accident happened to Fred Pero, catcher for Lakevllle, who was knocked out in the first inning by fowl striking tho mask with such force as Co break the, wire and cut an ugly gaah in his head.
Connecticut western news., 1909-09-02
FRANCIS M, OL|N
 OF FALLS VILLAGE
HAS HAD INTERESTING CAREER
And This Sketch Will Be Especially Inspiring to Young Men Just Start ing Out in Life to Make Their Way in the World.

Francis Marion Olin was born in Yer
 mont March 2, 1926. When about five years of age his parents moved to Ohio. His father was well-to-do
 farmer and gave him common school education after which he was put out to learn the blacksmith trade, this being the custom at that time. In MT. Olin's early life he was fond of telling the story of how he started out for himself; and now, in his advanced age, tells 1t, thinking it might encourage some poor young man. About the time he was finishing his trade some man from Connecticut told him about the beauti- ful little village of Collinsyille and the axe factory where young men could
Connecticut western news., 1909-09-02
CANAAN sEcoNns-sHARoN

The Canaan Seconds jouneysd tJ. Sharon Saturday and met defeat by the score of 7-6. Jack Adams pitched A good game for Canaan but a number of errors were made behind him, owing, i'm most cases, to the bad condition of the grounds. McCsbs pitched a nice game, for Sharon and pulled out of some tight places. Canaan started to bat MoCabs. hard in the ninth inning and nearly tied the score but poor base running stopped the rally. Throughout the game the Canaan boys were treated fine.
Connecticut western news., 1909-09-02
WANT ID KEEP SCHOOL NO, ,
DO THE PEOPLE OF EAST CANAAN
Fridays Special Meeting in Town Hall Was Very Largely Attended and There Was an Animated Discussion of the subject.

The special town meeting, held Fri day afternoon in the town hall, to ascertain whether or not the town should vote to instruct its Selectmen and Board of Education to discontinue the school known as District No. 5, was largely attended and, after a warm discussion of the subject. ill which several engaged, a motion that con- mittee composed of George s. Fuller, of so called district No. 9, George K. Good win, of No. 1, and Charles Sage, of No. 5, be appointed to confer with the school board in this connection, was appointed.
 The people were largely from East Canaan and the sentiment of the meet ing was in favor of retaining school No. 5, as was demonstrated when rising vote was taken on. the question.
 Edward s. Roberts, of East Canaan, 8 member of the School Board, spoke at considerable length. He seemed to be of the opinion that the board had been censured and he was very empathic in stating that the board members had for years labored to raise the quality of the schools of North Canaan. MT. Roberts sad that, in calling town meeting, the town had gone about the matter in the wrong manner. He said, in part: "The last legislature abolished all school districts and the whole matter is in the hands of the school board. A committee should have been appointed at the begl- ming to consult with the school board; then all this friction would have been avoided take the stand do here to- day because you seem to think that the school board has not done it's duty. l contend that the transportation of those children to 8 central school is step toward ecoInnony and will elevate your schools You can carry them to number one for less money than it will cost to operate number five. don't think it's economy to cut down on your schools, but I do believe that this move is in the right direction. The school board s every act has been to elevate and inn prove the schools of North Canaan. ," MT. Roberts was warmly applauded.
 Moderator Reed informed MT. Roberts that the only reason that the town had called 8 special meeting was to secure the sentiment of the people, as to whether they wanted the school con- tinued.
 Rev MT. Hanna, the Congregational minister, at East Canaan, said that he would vote for the school being kept where it was because the people want it left there.
 Others who spoke at greater or less length were: George Bsebe, Charles Adeotte, Clement Kegler and Homer O. Allyn, all of East Canaan.
 The meeting was called to order by Town Clerk Norton and John B. Reed was chosen moderator. At the close there was an informal talk with regard to town affairs, state reads, and so forth.
Connecticut western news., 1909-09-02

Canaan went to Millerton Saturday. and got a trimming to the tune of s-2. The Canaan boys had an off day and gave, McCabe ragged support, having seven errors, Poole pitched for Millsrton and Sweeney was the only man who could connect with him safely, he getting three hits. Poole struck out ts and walked one. McCabe struck out eight and allowed nine hits.
Connecticut western news., 1909-09-02
LakeviIIe Beat SheffieId-Fred Pero-- The Catcher for LakeviII, Was Struck on Head by Ball and Injured Score was 6-2.
Results of Saturdays Games LakeVills 6, Sheffield 2; Millerton &. Canaan 9.
Games This Week Saturday

Canaan at Lime Rock. Sheffield at Millerton.
 Lakeville (open date).
Connecticut western news., 1909-09-02
Longest Legislative Session Ended.

The General Assembly of 1909 of the state of Connecticut adjourned sine die Tuesday afternoon. August 24, and went on record as the longest session in the history of the state. Assembling January 6 and adjourning August 24, made a session of seven months and eighteen days. The actual working days were ninety-eight. Previous to the final words considerable business was transacted in each house.
Connecticut western news., 1909-09-02
Alas O'Clock Tea

"And did you really go to Rome ?" asked a guest.
 "I really don't know, my dear" re- piled the hostess, just returned from her first trip abroad. You see, my husband always bought the tickets. "-London Opinion.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1909-10-31

| Seems this Seattle exposition was q
! success.
Yes; il was a surprise to me all
around. I didn't suppose they could
think up 4 new name for a midway
but they did."-Louisville Courier-Jo
! nal
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1909-10-31

"Your new automobile seems 10 De
Thoroughly up-to-date in every particu-
lar" -
Yes: I've got everything thal goes
,,h 6rst-cIass machine except a re-
ceipt in full from the dealer.
Tribune.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1909-10-31

Mr.. and Mrs. Joseph King have re-
turned to their home on Calvert street
after spending. some time at Old Point
Comfort Va, and New York city.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1909-10-31

Miss Rose Sanger of Baltimore was
married at noon Wednesday to Mr.. Ma
than Rosenberg of Joplin. Mo-, at the
Marlborough Hotel, Baltimore. The bride
has visited I'm the city often as the guest
Of the Misses Sanger OF u street north
west.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1909-10-31
Doubted the Statistics.
From the Boston Transcript.

r
How did Harkns act when he heard
he had trpiets II his family
He could hardly believe his own CEN
Sus.'
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1909-10-31

Miss Angenett Ames, daughter of Medi-
cal Director Howard F.. Ames. L. S. N.
and Mrs. Ames. who has been spending
several weeks In Georgetown as the guest
of Mrs. Charles McCarteney on Dunbar
ton avenue. will leave this week for An
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1909-10-31

Mr. and Mrs. Maurice Rosenberg o1
Biltmore street have as their guest Mrs
A Cohen Of Columbus, Ohio
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1909-10-31

Mr. and Mrs. 3. Solomon OF 18th street
have returned to their home from trip
to Atlantic City.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1909-10-31

Mr. Schwartz of Philadelphia spent
few DAYS in town last week.
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| A pleasing feature of Miss Julia Sander
sons engagement at the New National
! Theater last week was the opportunity
afforded her friends to meet her socially.
| Miss Sanderson is regarded as a charm
! ing hostess. Her mother accompanies her
on her theatrical tour and is her inseper-
able companion.
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mer of Baltimore, Md. and Sydney Bay
ersdoerfer of Philadelphia, Pa.
Ernest Mayer of this city returned home
Wednesday from a trip to New York.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1909-10-31

Mr. and Mrs. Charles NJ. Schwab will
be newcomers here as residents the COM
ing winter and are expected to occupy
the Hurst home at Massachusetts avenue
and 18th street.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1909-10-31

Mrs. Mcmillan is in Detroit on a visit
to her son, Mr.. Philip III. Mcmillan, and
to Mrs. w. &. Mcmillan.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1909-10-31

Mrs. Meyer Stern of the Ashley has as
her guest her mother. Mrs. Levy of Phil
adelphia, Pa.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1909-10-31

Mrs. Salvador Richard entertained at a
luncheon Saturday last in her apartments
in Congress Hall in honor of her guests.
Mrs. Randall of Richmond, Va. and NJ So
Edna Weyl of this city. Others present
were Mrs Phil King. Mrs. Sydney Reizen-
stein, Mrs. Meyer Nordlinger, Mrs. Sieg-
frid Fanti of Savannah. Ga. and Mrs.
Monroe Luchs.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1909-10-31

Mr. f. Royal Tyler of Boston, en- route
for his usual winter soJourn abroad, is
on a visit to his niece. Mrs. Ten Eyck
Wendell.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1909-10-31

Mr.. and Mrs. John Abendschein an
nounce the marriage of their daughter,
George Louise, and lie Roy Edele:n.
Thursday. October %. at s o'clock, at
Christ Episcopal Church. by the Rev. Mr..
Johns Will be at home to their friends
litter November ID at 1888 18th street
northwest.
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Tyler Nordlinger has returned to his
home in this city, after spending some
time in New York.
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afternoon for New York. They will be
at home after November at Ballston,
The Mt. Sterling advocate. (Mt. Sterling, Ky.) 1890-current, 1909-09-01
THE hurley SOCIETY.

The success Of those who managed
the pooling of the 1906 and 1907 crops
of Burnley tobacco was well nigh phe-
nomenal The wisdom and persever'
ance Of the leaders of the movement
was equaled only by the courage and
patience of the farmers whose crops
were in the pools. 10 takes a game
man to tie up his money crop for two
years In a venture of this character
but the Burley district, and as for that
matter the black patch as well, was
full of the exact quality Of courage
necessary for such a struggle as re-
suited The fU!! history NJ the priya-
lions many endured rather than break
the pledge will probably never be
written. These men were heroes, every
one of them. To the general plan OF
starving out the farmers the tobacco
trust added every infamous device IL
could invent in the effort TO break the
pool. In reviewing these efforts one
is struck with the similarity between
them and the methods used by the Brit
ish in the attempt to stamp out the
growing spirit Of liberty in the colonies
at the opening of the Revolution. BUT
the trust found that although the farm
err could not retaliate. if he had been
willing TO do so, IN the invention ana
execution of underhand methods. that
he could play the starvation game
awhile himself Finally the trust need
ed tobacco to supply it's tremendous
trade---it had bought the few crops out
side the pool-and its stockholders
wanted dividends. Weeks passed. and
months went by; the trust had never
met defeat, but it had never encounter
ed such a foe before. The sons and
grandsons of the men who defeated
Packenham's veterans at New Orleans,
and who unfurled the stars and stripes
over the palace Of the Montezumas,
had their fighting blood up. The SUI
preme test came when the call 70 cut
out the 1908 crop was made, but II was
met as every other test had been met
and victory came.
Now II is proposed 10 pool the 1903
crop. A most excellent form of pledge
has been prepared by the officers OK
the society, and the work Of organic
ing the pool will begin soon. The eX'
perience of the other campaign and
its splendid results. coupled with the
certainty that in the absence Of a
pool the trust will force the price
down TO a ruinous figure, ought 10
make the task easier this time,-ken'
lucky State journal,