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Connecticut western news., 1911-05-11
JUDGE FORD'S AGILITY
George Bullock Gives Judical Dignity
 a Run.

George Bullock Gives Judical Dignity
 Run.
 If George M. Bullock is not .haled to the bar of justice for constructive con- tempt of court, or at least for monkey ing with the dignity of the court, it will be because of unusual judicial clemenoy and Christian foSbearance on the part of His Honor, Judge George W. Ford, of the J. P. bench, Canaan circuit.
 The facts in the case are these, as set forth by the Court itself-or himself who having duly sworn, deposes and says: That on Monday the said George M. Bullock, being headed for Lakeville in an automobile to get load of students to transport to some place or other, iD- vited him, the said Judge Ford, to ride with him. The invitation was accepted until Lakeville was reached, when, hay ing arrived opposite Heaton's store, the Judge said he would alight, and asked Bullock to slow up and let him off, the AAuOnAuO OOAuS pIOPc1ACu d1 1hcb1 pehE S1Ou- lar instant at the rate of 120 miles per hour, Fahrenheit.
 The Judge, naturally supposing his request was being complied with, made ready to leap out when the auto was directly in front of the place he was bound for, and without waiting for the machine to come to 8 full stop, he jumped The instant his feet struck the ground he realized that the auto had not stopped to let him off after he had run about 10-foot strides he began to suspect that it hadn't even slackehed speed before he jumped. and after he had rolled and skidded about as far as from here to the other side of the street he became thoroughly convinced that the chauffeur had actually opened her upanouher notch and increased the speed instead of slowing down.
 His Honor picked himself up about 100 feet from the spot where he had alighted, felt himself all over and was so astonished and delighted to discover that he was alive and that no bones were seriously broken, that he made up his mind to discount the jar to his judicial dignity. and the mussing up of his judi cial raimeDt, and not only let Bullock off without a fine, but even give him another chance if opp ortunity offered.
Connecticut western news., 1911-05-11
CHANDLER NEXT WEEK
Non-Members Of Brotherhood Invited
 to Supper.

to Supper.
 The Brotherhood of the Pilgrim church will hold supper on Friday night. May 19, at which the Hon. Geo. B. Chandler will speak. MT. Chandler is one of the most conspicuous men in the public life, of the state. He is remarkable public speaker. The Brotherhood recognizes that this is too great privilege for them to enjoy alone so they invite the men of the village generally. The ladies of the church will serve the supper and there will be charge of 95 cents. It is ex- pected that 60 or 70 men can be accom- modated but each man desiring to at. tend should notify the committee or the pastor. The committee consists of A. A. Hubbard, George Mather and George Ford. They hope that no man in the community who desires to attend will hesitate to notify them.
Connecticut western news., 1911-05-11
ACTORS AND ACTRESSES
 lROYALLY BANQUETTED
Christ Church Society Shows Appreci- ation of Local Talent by Giving
 an Enjoyable Supper.


 The Society of Christ Church last Friday evening gave supper to the young people. in and out of the parish, who have assisted at various times in the past, in producing dramatic plays under the auspices Of the Society. It was in every way an enjoyable occasion, aud about 100 sat down to the feast.
 The table was tastefully decorated with daffodils and spring flowers, and the abundance of good things provided by the ladies presented g. tempting and appetizing display, and was attacked with gusto by the appreciative company.
 It wasn't strictly Episcopalian as semblage-not much. Tragedians be- longing to our, church touched elbows with comedians from your church. and operatic stars from "the" church passed the butter. to understudies from no church Heroes, villains, detectives, supernumerarjes and property men were all ''just as good as each other" i'll the spirit of good-fellowship that prevailed the banquet hall, and from the moment Rector Smyth trapped for order and asked the blessing, until the last echo of the dance music had died away, all the denominational bars were down, and joy was unconfned.
 After the feasting there were musical numbers and an impromptu program of real merit. Solos were sung by Mrs. 0. W. Camp, Mrs. J. P. smyth, Mrs, N. Watson Hardenbergh, who were enthusiastically applauded, and selec- tions were given by Messrs Robert D. Peirce, Paul Gurney, Ivanhoe Scott, Jasper Monroe and others, which were we'll received. F~.., s
 Dancing was indulged in, by those of the guests who were inclined that way, the music being furnished by Mrs. N. Watson Hardenbergh, at the piano. It was. throughout, 8 delightfully."- inform al and thoroughly enjoyable affair
Connecticut western news., 1911-05-11
Richardson Bodies Inferred.

The bodies of Mrs. Laura S. Richard son, who died at the Wangum last February, and her sister, Mrs. Fannie c. Richardson. who died a short time previous, were taken Monday from the receiving vault in Great Harrington, where they were deposited last winter, and inferred in the old cemetery at New Marlboro. Among the relatives present were MT. Frank 0. Beardon, of Knoxville, Tenn, son of Mrs, Laura Richardson, and Rev. Joseph H. Ticknor, of Athol, Mass, son of Mrs. Fannie Richardson. Portions of the Episcopal burial service were read at the grave by Rev. MT. Spooner of New Marlboro.
Connecticut western news., 1911-05-11
Annendix to an AnoIogx

Of course we cannot all go about all day begging each others pardons. says the London Chronicle. We ram into hurried wayfarers and mash each others s hats with ill-managed umbrellas. Per haps the proper apology was that of the man who butted into this writer. "If that was my fault,'' he sad as he picked up his hat, II beg your pardon" It was given with an approving smile. But if it was your fault" he continued, as he contemplated the muddy hat, "damn you I" Here one sees the proper adjustment of courtesy.
Connecticut western news., 1911-05-11
SOUTH CANAAN FIRE
 WORK OF FIRE-BUG
Valuable House and Other Buildings Destroyed-Inmates Escape With Barely Their Necessary Clothing Thought to be Revenge.

A fire supposed to be of incendiary origin, destroyed the house, barn and other out buildings belonging to John N. Fay, at South Canaan, on what is known as the Wells Yale place, near the Congregational Church, Monday night.
 At about 10:3o, just after the family had retired, MT. Fay saw the reflections of large fire, in the direction of his barn, which was connected. by series of buildings, with the house, He hur- riedly drew on his overalls and rushed out, only to find that the flames had made such progress that almost nothing could be saved. A horse was gotten out of the barn with difficulty, but a COW, calf and number of pigs and chickens. with all the farming tools and large quantity of grain and hay, were des- troyed.
 The flames gained such headway in a few moments that practically nothing could be rescued from the living apart ments, and even the family emerged with hardly sufficient clothing to cover them. MT. Fay managed to rescue his papers, but the whole equipment of household furniture, including number of valued heirlooms, jewelry ,bric-a-brac, etc., was lost. Y"
 The alarm was given by ringing the church bell, and the whole village re- sponded, together with people from Falls Village, Huntsville and all the region round about. The flames lit up the sky. for miles around, andNthe reflection was plainly seen in Canaan. Being without fire fighting apparatus of any kind, the people could do nothing to stop the fire, which soon transformed the whole con- nected group of buildings into seeth- ing furnace, and in short space of time to heap of smouldering ashes.
 MT. Fay, it is said, has manifestly in- cured the enmity of some vindietive person or persons, who have on different occasions shown their malice by acts of petty mischief, such as damaging or destroying various articles of farm and household use, and it is openly asserted that the fire. bore every evidence of having been started by an incendiary. It was first discovered in the farther end of the barn, which, nobody belong ing on the premises had entered after dark that night, and there was every opportunity for fre-fiend to set the barn on fire and get safely away.
 The property destroyed was insured through the agency of Whittlesey & Adams. as follows: $4,O0O on house, barn, carriage and other burned out buildings 5000 on furniture clothing and all contents of house; $850 on live stock $500 on hay. grain, straw, etc. $225 on wagons, sleighs, harness, farm tools, etc. $100 on hen house $90 on poultry. There were two other houses on the premises, that were not destroyed
Connecticut western news., 1911-05-11
Continued on page 5.)
CARLETON'S LETTER
The News Legislative Writer Sees No
 Prospect of Early Adjournment.

The News Legislative Writer Sees No
 Prospect of Early Adjournment.
 Hartford, May 9-Doubtless this talk of early adjournment is @ symptom of about this time in the session. It has familiar ring, but it has no more actually back of it than it has had in other recent sessions. So much is being said about it, however. that it really is the topic of the hour. Senator Judson is assuring friends that the general assembly will adjourn by June 15 and Leader Banks indicates an even earlier date. He said long since that he would not stay in Hartford after summer set in, as he had other plans. Unless I am very far wrong, though, he and the rest of us will be here until August 1.
 Thus far not ons of the big matters which the session is to accomplish has come before either house, with the ex- ception of the automobile bill, this year really minor matter, which has been reported for the second time. The pub lie utilities situation needs month after it is reported by itself. Of course other business can be done at the same time, but not a great deal will be. Recent Connecticut legislatures have failed into the habit of not handling more than one large matter in either branch in one day.
 The conditions in the Judiciary com mittee are not such as to make possible any real harmony among it's members. Nothing has been sai d at the hearings or elsewhere which will change the atti- tude of rather more than half the com mittee's members to a material extent. Some of these are for @ commission such as the Business Mems bill would produce and some are opposed to any commission at all. The committee is not ready to make report at this writing. The con. ditions regarding it are such that it may get ready during the day today, may not for month yet and may never-ready to make a favorable report, l mean to say.
 If it does find it possible to get a ma iority of the members to agree to bill, it will be a bare majority and there will undoubtedly be a minority report. This will mean that the committee members will be split in both houses and will mix ---------------------------
Connecticut western news., 1911-05-11
Relief Promised.

SelecCman Peirce reports that he has received letter from Division Engineer Knight, of Highway Commissioner Mac Donald's office, stating that 500 tons of splintered trap-rock has been consigned to the town of North Canaan, for top dressing the roads, and will be delivered immediately. Also that the Commis- sioner has promised to send here a car of oil for the streets, which may be looked for at any time, This will be welcome intelligence to the choking citizens, who are becoming clogged. inside and out, with dust. And that the consignment of oil will be forthcoming without delay, the community will ever pray.
Connecticut western news., 1911-05-11
"SMOKER' A SUCCESS
BIG FOURTH CELEBRATION
 PROMPTLY AUTHORIZED
Business Mems Association Appoints Committees for "The Glorious" and Pledges $120.5O on the Spot Refreshments and Cigars.

hgUC UCoHHCUNo dWu SlHutSs
 There was a large, enthusiastic and representative gathering of business men at the smoker given by the Busi- ness Mems Association, in Odd Fellows Hall, Thursday evening, and a genuine interest was manifested in all the pro- ceedings, from the discussion of business matters to the serving of refreshments.
 The first business brought, was the re- port of the committee on plan and scope for the Fourth of July celebration. Chairman Gillette outlined the plan agreed upon by his committee, which embraced a general parade in thu fore noon, headed by brass band, the parade to consist of at least three divisions--an industrial section containing floats" and various devices representing the various branches of business in the town; a parade of '"Horriblts, Gro tesques, Antiques, Fantastics," etc., to be distinguished for it's absurd costumes, Representations, etc, and a school chil. dren's division, in which all the school children in the whole town will be in- vited to take part, bearing flags, and perhaps some distinguishing mark as 10 costume. Carriages will be provided for the old soldiers. | For the afternoon, a grand picnic event in the Hardenbergh woods and the Eddy orchard adjoining on the south, where visitors may partake of their basket lunches, and stands will probably be erected for dispensing sandwiches, coffee, cakes, etc.. a program of sports will be provided, and series of "picnic plays" given by the children, with picturesque drills, tableaux and May pole dances, the afternoon to conclude with festival of song led by the choral union and band or orchestra, when the national airs will be sung by tho entire assemblage. The original plan provided for display or fireworks in the evening, but after some discussion it was decided to eliminate this feature, for good and sufficient reasons.
 President Lyies asked fer discussion VI bliS pAuuF hlld n1Is U. IL. Peirce, who was called on, said he thought such a celebration as outlined would be asplendid thing, especially this year, which marks the semi-centennial anniversary of the beginning of the war He believed in making it celebration that would be remembered, especially by the children, and would interest the older ones as well. He would be will ing to do his share to help it along. and would contribute to the necessary fund to make 1t a success.
 George s. Fuller thought the csle- bration would be a good thing if the meeting decided the necessary money could not be used to better advantage in some other way.
 Dr. Adam favored the parade, picnic. sports and singing features, even if it were deemed advisable to eliminate the fireworks.
 Henry Whitford expressed himself in favor of the entire proposition, and de- clared his readiness to do aA in his power to help make it a success.
 Dr. Camp suggested that it would be d good idea for the committee to find out as early as possible the probable expense of carrying out the program. He didn't
Connecticut western news., 1911-05-11
WAS $1O,OOO BLAZE. FIRE CO, ORGANIZED
ENTHUSIASTIC MEETING
 AND 29 VOLUNTEERS
Headquarters and Electric Lights Given Free of Charge-Temporary Officers Elected With WiggIesworth
 as Foreman-Mush Interest Shown.

AS VI SHOWh'
 At the meeting held in Town Hall Tues day night for the purpose of taking steps to organize fire company, about fifty men were present. N. Watson Harden bergh was elected chairman and J.. Clinton Roraback clerk of tho meeting.
 It was voted to elect officers tempo rarily, to perfect the preliminaries for a permanent organization, select a name, etc, such officers to hold office only until the next regular meeting, when the company will be duly organized and a permanent board of officers chosen.
 These gentlemen were elected as the temporary officers:
 President, George Roger.
 Vice President, O. I. Vosburgh.
 Secretary. Allyn Fuller.
 Treasurer, J. Clinton Roraback.
 Foreman, A. J. Wigglesworth.
 First Assistant Foreman, Frank Whiting.
 Second Assistant Foreman. George P. Hardenbergh.
 President Rogers was empowered to select committee of three. who, with himself, shall draft code of rules, by laws, etc.
 l. It was voted that the foreman and assistants shall receive applications for membership in the company, and from the applications so received they shall select the names of those whom they consider available as members. up to any limit which in their judgment may seem best
 MT. Wigglesworth reported that the executors of the Garfield estate had agreed to give the fire company the use of the small private garage building in the rear of the block, as headquarters, free of charge, and MT. Lyles. of the Berkshire Power Go. had volunteered to light it with electricity, at no expense. The place will have to be cleaned out and this will be done by members of the company designated by the foreman. Certain repairs necessary to make the pIdCO hNdllnUAO jOl blc OOihp p6hN uSC will be done at the expense of the com pany. ~
 At the close of the meeting an onpor tunity was given those who desired to put in their applications for membership Tn the company, and 29 names were signed to the list. Others will be added from those who were not at the meeting and a most desirable organization is assured. The list of applicants who signed Tuesday night is as follows:
 George Roger, I. l.. Scott, Louis J Streck. Howard Lsthrop. Nathaniel Storm, George s. Mather, O, T. Vosburg, G. M. Brewer, A. L. Higgins, Joseph Ganci, J. Clinton Roraback, B. H. Vim, J. w.. Morris, John V. Adam, Frank Blass, James Kane, H. A. Holt, Lloyd Curtis. Harry Waller, Chas. Bills, Henry R. Whitford H. A. Weaver, Paul E Gurney, Samuel B. Stodden. Allyr Fuller, G. P. Hardenbergh. A. J. Wig ellsworth, F. A. Whiting, George V Wood.
Connecticut western news., 1911-05-11
Continued on page 5.l
STEVENS STORY
Deals This Week With People Most of
 Us Gan Remember.

Us Gan Remember.
 (BY H. B. sTEvENs)
 Continuing on West Main street, the next house was a house owned by LOT ance Deming. who had one daughter who became the wife of Harmon Scher- merhorn. They had four daughters, namely, Sarah, Minnie, Jennie and Nellie Schermerhorn. Harmon Scher- merhorn was also war veteran. This house is now owned by Mir. Schermer- horn. The twelve houses on this street not mentioned, have all been built sin ,s 1885 some of them very recently.
 We come next to the house of WiIlia,n Lawrence, whose wife was Louie Rool. Their children were Lorenzo, William. Frederick, Laura, Jane, Marie, Julia, Harriettand Abigail Lawrence. Lorenzo Lawrence died a bachelor. Frederick had two wives, Eliza and Helen Pease William married Chloe Beecher. Laura became the wife of Daniel Norton. Their children were Julia, Susan, Jane, Loanea, William and Edward Norton. Jane became the wife of Charles Frank in. Maria and Harriett were the first md second wives of Charles Adam.
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Connecticut western news., 1911-05-11
Standards Anniversary Edition

Standards Anniversary Edition
 The Bridgeport Standard has just ob- served the 80th anniversary of it's birth by issuing an anniversary edition of 104 pages, which, for completeness in every essential feature of such a production, is far ahead of anything of the kind ev- CT attempted by any newspaper in the state. It is in nine separate sections, and is an exhaustive compendium of To- cal history and biography, dealing in most painstaking way with Bridgeport's leading citizens and Bridgeport institu- 5ions. commercial, industrial, financial, ecclesiastical, fraternal, social. etc. It is ex ruisitely printed, in variety of colors, on fine calendered paper. and profusely illustrated with half tone cuts and drawings, including lnnumerable portraits of prominent Bridgeporters and pictures of many local public and business institutions and products. It is history brought down to date, and forms souvenir that will preserved by many 8 reader. The Standard has every req son to congratulate itself on such cred itable achievement.
Connecticut western news., 1911-05-11

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The Richmond climax. (Richmond, Ky.) 1897-1914, 1911-03-01
Still MISSING.

Mrs. Arthur Goebel, who a few days
ago was Miss Mollie Million, of Newly,
this county, is still wondering as to the
whereabouts OF her husband, who left
so mysteriously at their home in Lexing-
ton, taking with him $500 Of her money
She has returned to the home of her
father, Shelby Million, near Jenkins
store, about two miles from Newly and
has up until to-day not heard word
from the man who fell in love with her at
first sight courted her and then deserted
her, after relieving her Of nice wad of
money. Mrs Goebel has been receiving
the sympathies Of her friends since the
occurrence and will likely
institute proceedings for divorce unless
she hears from her seemingly faithless
lover within a short time.
The Richmond climax. (Richmond, Ky.) 1897-1914, 1911-03-01
Incorporated.

Covington & Thorpe, the grocers have
incorporated under the name of 'sThe
Covington & Thorpe Company" and the
third member of the firm is Mr. r. G. H.
Covington, the well known member of
the firm Of Covington & Banks. The
officers are I. 7. Corington, President,
R. c. 81. Covington, Vice President and
S. H. Thorpe, Secretary and Treasurer
The amount is SO, 500 and it will do a
general retail grocery and seed business.
With such excellent business men behind
it, the new firm is bound to prosper and
take leading place in the commercial
activities of Richmond, and Madison
county. All Of the three are well known
in this section, having lived here all cf
their lives and enjoy the confidence of
every residence of Madison and wide
acquaintance in adj joining counties.
The Richmond climax. (Richmond, Ky.) 1897-1914, 1911-03-01
Do 1t Now.
Richmond People Should Not
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The Richmond climax. (Richmond, Ky.) 1897-1914, 1911-03-01
Startling The People.

The Kansas City Times, one Of the
greatest Weeklies published i n this
country has appointed the Climax its
special agent in this section and those
wishing real live newspaper Of Nation
al reputation and one with a CRATE state
and county reputation, should come and
get the Climax and Times both for s1.25
the whole year. This offer is limited.
The Climax is the recognized paper Of
the county. There are but few who are
not on the list, but you may be one of
those few.
The Richmond climax. (Richmond, Ky.) 1897-1914, 1911-03-01
May Run.

Col. Elbridge C. Park, hero of many
political battles in Estin county, and for
many years a resident OF Madison, is
thinking seriously Of Offering himself as
a candidate for the Democratic nomina-
ton for State Senator from this district,
composed of the counties of Madison,
Estill, Lee and Powell The district has
always gone Republican, but Col Park
says if he can get the nomination he can
secure many Republican votes in Madi-
son and Estiil on account Of his wide
connections and very extensive acquaint-
ance, and thereby Offset the majority in
Lee and Powell. With the Democratic
vote solid, he could ride into Office with
ease He declares tnat should bis OPP
ponent in last effort to defeat him at
tack his religion. he would win all the
more easily.