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El Paso herald. (El Paso, Tex.) 1901-1931, 1911-12-27

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El Paso herald. (El Paso, Tex.) 1901-1931, 1911-12-27

who asked why Mr.. Sanford did not
begin at home were told that America
had reached so high a civilization that.
at the appointed time. conversion would
come easily, and that the less civilized
countries should be evangelical first
Whenever we signaled the shore Of
a new country. all hands would he
called on deck. whether they were
working or sleeping. and Mr. Sanford.
with uplifted arms, would pray for the
salvation of the natives.
From Africa we went to South Amer
lea, and for 80 days cruised up and
down its coast AS each country was
approached. We never went near enough
to enter port and get something to eat.
ard the prayer service was always re-
newed.
The Start for Greenland.
why they didn't think OF China or
some other country as a place fit sub
ject for evangelizatiOn I don't know,
but. anyway, we started for Greenland.
Mr.. Sanford decided that It's natives
were in need Of salvation and that in
the interim of the passage the mem
bers on board would have still further
El Paso herald. (El Paso, Tex.) 1901-1931, 1911-12-27
''Holy Ghost and Us" Leader
is Now Behind Prison Walls
Rev. Frank w. Sanford Fed
His Family and Himself,
but Starved His
Followers.

Portland, Maine. Dec. 27.-Rev. Frank
". Sanford has been taken to Atlanta,
Ca, to begin his term IN federal prison
for having caused the death Of num-
Der Of persons OF board his gospel
yacht, The Coronet," during his &C
tivities in behalf Of The Holy Ghost
and u.s. cult which he founded. but
the people he duped have not yet lost
faith IN him
One of the most amazing features of
the unusual case is the way in which
the followers of Sanford still cling 10
their faith in him after all that has
happened. Many are still as firm in
The Strange Tales" Of Edgar Allen
Poe are recalled by this most eXtraor-
binary case.
Forty Of sandford's disciples were
with him when the Kingdom" sailed
from Norfolk, Va fl being announced
that her destination was a port on the
coast of Palestine where the leaders in
tended TO establish a colony for the
propagation Of the new faith She was
next heard from at the Cape Verde ISL
ands, in April, 1911. and it was declared
1t that time that the vessel had not
been to the Holy Land. but had spent
and down the west coast OF Africa.
seeking converts. and also on the look
out for a suitable place for a colony.
Gospel Boat Wrecked.
InFOuBn European shipping agencies
come the news. on May IS, that the
Kingdom had been wrecked off SangO-
mar, on the west coast Of Africa, and
that the survivors, numbering IS. had
been landed on the coast. 1t is not
known what became Of the 26 other
members Of the party. as IT was denied
any colony was established anywhere
THE Kingdoms" people were after
ward taken aboard the Holy Ghost
yacht "CorOnet" and then. in June. be-
gan the terrible voyage to Portland
Maine George and Charles Hughey, Of
Portland. who died on board the COrO-
net" are only two out Of half a dozen
who met the same fate. Survivors Of
the cruise declare that they begged
Sanford for more food, but he con-
stantly refused them. allowing IA
tiOns of one biscuit q day
Ralph Paine, a sailor on board the
vessel in all its wanderings up and
down the seas, tells a vivid. almost a
grUesOme story of the cruise.
we were sometimes living on a ra-
ton Of one biscuit a day" he said. Il
had to take my turn at the wheel. be-
sides helping TO do the work required
on a sailing vesseI-wOrking until I
dropped from faintness.
We left about a year ago. The idea
was to evangelize the world, and those
El Paso herald. (El Paso, Tex.) 1901-1931, 1911-12-27
AMERICAN GIRL
Is POPE'S GUEST

The countess SpottiswOod Mackin,
formerly SaHie Britton. daughter Of
former mayor Of St. Louis, who was
El Paso herald. (El Paso, Tex.) 1901-1931, 1911-12-27

FL PasO, Wednesday, Dec, p. 1911.
= Forecasts.
FL Paso and vicinity: Fair tonight;
Thursday. fair and not so cold.
New Mexico; Fair tonight and
Thursday. with rising temperature
West Texas. Fair tonight. not so
cold in the Panhandle; Thursday, fair
and not so cold.
Weather Mates.
The disturbance central in Missouri
yesterday morning has moved north
eastward to the lake region and is
displaying marked energy. The ba-
rometric gradient between eastern
Kansas and upper Michigan exceeds
one inch. During the last "A hours
this storm has been attended by gen
eral precipitation over the eastern half
of the country. A disturbance in the
the north Pacific states and provinces.
Local Data.
El Paso herald. (El Paso, Tex.) 1901-1931, 1911-12-27

ed from them, he erected the temple and
other buildings.
his rule was that all who join the
faith shall first dispose Of al tneir
earthly possessions and turn over Lne
proceeds to Sanford
El Paso herald. (El Paso, Tex.) 1901-1931, 1911-12-27

DAILY RECORD

Watch us ErOw-Cactus Messenger Co.
El Paso herald. (El Paso, Tex.) 1901-1931, 1911-12-27
HUNGARIAN COUNT
ROBBED IN NEW YORK

New York. n Y, Dec. 27.-COunt
Stephen itchy II. Of Budapest, while
visiting IN New York, was robbed OF
s14OO. The count was seeing the sights
leaving a resort found that his bank
roll had disappeared. He has wired
El Paso herald. (El Paso, Tex.) 1901-1931, 1911-12-27
TEXAS MAN AND WOMAN
ARE ARRESTED IN WINNIPEG

Winnipeg Man, Dec Winnipeg
police arrested today Albert @. B0yce
aged IS, and Mrs. j. c. Snead, aged 81
There IS a reward of $500 offered by
Chicago detective agency for their de-
tentiOn. The charge against BOyce, who
is said to be a leading clubman of Fort
Worth. Texas. is abduction.
Mrs. Snead Is said TO be the wife of
wealthy man of Fort Worth. The couple
arrived here three weeks ago and have
been living at a fashionable hotel.
El Paso herald. (El Paso, Tex.) 1901-1931, 1911-12-27

Messengers for any purpose, day or
night. Cactus Messenger Co.
El Paso herald. (El Paso, Tex.) 1901-1931, 1911-12-27
Deeds Filed


Bassett avenue between Willow and
Walnut streets, Bassett addition-AI-
fred R. 8Ieussier to A. c. Forney. lots q
and p. block 40. consideration $1,000.
Mobile Lakeland and Particle streets.
GTandview additiOn-Grandview Realty
company to John G.. Owen. lots q and IS.
block Sc, consideration $3.50.
Bisbee street between Grama and Co
pia streets. East FL PasO Additionally
F. Knox and wife to W. ". Swartz. the
west p ID feet Of lot q. all Of lot %,
and east 10 feet of lot %. block $50,
consideration $3.50
Epson avenue between Hillside and
Porfirio Diaz streets, Mandy Heights ad-
ditiOn-E. G. Perry and wife to ". z.
Lambeth. lots and 10, block s, consid-
GRAFTON $500.
Licensed to Wed.
Charles Edwards and C. VI. Haily
John W. Dykes and Mary L Wilmoth.
j. Gutierrez and Leandre Lara.
W. W. Davies and Lena Rezner.
James Alackin and Martha VI. Stett-
man.
David LIVE and Charlotte Matson.
George s. Woods and Louise Wiegand.
Miguel COntreras and Aurelia GranlO.
Lem Reeves and Gertrude johnson.
Alberto AlarcOn and Maria Herrera.
QuirinO Acosto and Ducia Ramirez
Norwich bulletin., 1911-01-07
Tbe Imporf0nt
 Problem

ssnfronting anyone in need of a laxa. Ave is not a question of single ac. ton only, but of permanently bene. ficial effects, which will follow proper efforts to live in healthful way. with the assistance of Syrup of Figs and Elixir of Senna. whenever it is re- quired, as it cleanses the system gently yet promptly without irritation and will therefore always have the preference of all who wish the best of family laxatives.
 The combination has the approval of physicians because it is known to se truly beneficial, and because it has given satisfaction to the millions of Tell-informed families who have used It for many years past.
 To get it's beneficial effects, always buy the genuine manufactured by the California Fig Syrup Co only.
Norwich bulletin., 1911-01-07
SOUTH COVENTRY
Meeting-Quilt Tie and Dinner Guests at Governors Ball.

The annual meeting of the Ladies Missionary association was held in the vestry on Wednesday afternoon and the following officers and commit tees were appointed for the ensuing year: President, Mrs. Light; vice president. Mrs. Addison Kingslorry; secretary and treasurer, Miss Julia White; work committee, Mrs J. M. Wood, Mrs. L. A. Kingsbury, Mrs. Mary Mason. Miss L. M. Perkins; parish committee, Mrs. ". H. Arm strong. Mrs. Sarah White. Miss Lrcy Perkins: hospitality committee, Mrs. William Wood, Mrs. M. P. Colrnan, Mrs. A. F. Harmon, Mrs. T. F. Dun ham. Mrs. ". l.. Higgins; paper com r11ittee. Miss Grace Bradbury, Miss Julia White, Mrs. F. E. Tophf, Mrs. F. E. Clock, Mrs. ". A. Wright.
 Hold Quilt Tie.
 In connection with the meeting the ladies held quilt tie from a. m. un til 5 p. nn., serving dinner in the ves try. Five quilts were tied and bound.
 Local Notes.
 Miss Lucy Perkins left Thursday for six months visit with her brother in Jersey City.
 J. Montgomery White, Miss Julia White and Miss Nellie Afbertip at tended the governors ball at Hart ford Wednesday evening.
 Albert E. Harmon has been appoint ed a messenger of tfie house for the current session of the general assem- bly.
Norwich bulletin., 1911-01-07
GilEAD
Students Leave for Sohopls-Skating
 Party on BueIfs Pond.

Annie L. Hutchinson and Robert E. Foote returned to Alfred university on Monday after spending the Christmas s vacation at their homes.
 Mabel Gilbert has returned ts Northfield, Mass. where she is attend. ing school
 A. W. Hutchinson celebrated anis roth birthday Tuesday.
 Russell F. Crocker of Springfield is visiting his sister, Mrs. C. W. Hutch inson of Maplelawn.
 Sunday School Election.
 The local Sunday school has elected the following officers: Superintendent, Merton ". Hills; assistant superinten- dent, c. W. Hutchinson; treasurer, A. " Ellis; librarian, Myron R. Gilbert.
 Mir. and Mrs. C. L. Perry attended the governors ball Wednesday even ing.
 ID. H. Hodge has returned after spending several days in Enfield Mass.
 Mrs. A. " Hutchinson is visiting her sister. Mrs. J. c. Randall. of wilii- mantle.
 Clayton Miller and Frank Foote Of Colchester spent Sunday at the home of their uncle, F. E. Foote.
 Miss Helen Hodge is teaching in District 8.
 On H. F. BuelFs pond there was a lively skating party Saturday even ing.
Norwich bulletin., 1911-01-07
HOLLAND COUNTY
COLUMBIA
Ladies Aid Society Spent Over $1,ooo for Church mprovemsnts-Getti on with New Pulp Mill.

William Wolff left Monday for Scot land, where he expects to spend the winter in the employ of a farmer
 Misses Julia and Josephine Kneel- and, who are teaching in Wilmington and East Kiilingly, have been spend ing the holiday vacation at the home of their parents, Mr. and Mrs. W. H. kneeland, In Pine street,
 To Enter Soldiers Home.
 war. leaves this week for Noroton, where he will spend the winter at the soldiers home. MT. Peirce is over 80, but is still active.
 Annual Business Meeting at Church.
 The annual business meeting of the church was held last Friday after noon at the chapel.
 The several reports were heard and accepted. The report Of the secretary showed that during the past year the church membership had been dirnin- iShed by four deaths. There were no additions during the year. The church building has been supplied with metal roofing at cost of $iS2.22. The in tefior of the church has been thor oughly renovated, walls and ceilings newly decorated, floors carpeted, seats newly cushioned chairs upholstered, and new lamps and fixtures supplied, at a cost of over $9Oo All the in- ltftOT NDIh was uOil6 unQeI LQe au- spices of the Ladies' Aid society and the bills paid from their treasury. The treasureTs report showed that $126.SS had been contributed for be- nevolent objects. The Ladies' Aid so- ciety had expended for various objects. noted above, $1.027.85. The Woman g Missionary society have raised $51. which was forwarded to the Hartford branch. The election of officers for the ensuing year resulted as follows: Church committee. Deacon William A. Albert A. Latham; clerk. A. A. La tham: treasurer. Joseph Hutchins.
 No One Wants to Be Superintendert.
 An effort to reorganize the Sunday school for the ensuing year last Sun day resulted in partial failure, be cause no one present seemed willing to accept the office of superintendent. Finally nominating committee Of three was appointed to present a list of officers to be acted upon at fu- ture meeting. The report of the sec retary showed that 53 sessions had been held during the past year. with an aggregate attendance of 3,104 and an average of 597. The largest mum Der present at any one session was 125 and the smallest number g. The total receipts the past year from con- trfbutions clubs and individuals were s65.55, of which s5T.22 had been ex- pended for Sunday school supplies and various benevolent abjects, leaving a balance of ss.3S in the treasury.
 But Little Frost in Ground.
 There was but little frost in the ground when the snow disappeared, and last weeks thaw caused the roads to break through in many places and called halt in the ice harvest.
 Progress on Wood Pulp Mill
 The new wood pulp mill near Hop River station is nearly completed. The mill is a one-story brick structure, and when in operation will give enl- ployment to a number of men.
 School at the Center district re- sumed sessions after the holiday va cation. with Henry Brown of Colum- bia, teacher.
Norwich bulletin., 1911-01-07
WASHINGTON COUNTY, RI.
ROCKVILLE
Rev. E. E. Sutton Leaves for Andover, N. Y.-Rece pton for NewIyweds.

 Rev. E. E. Sutton, pastor of inc Seventh day Baptist church for four and two thirds years. closed his labors here last Saturday. He and his fam fly left here Wednesday for hie; new held Of labor at AndoyeT. N. Y The people here were sorry to have him leave and extended to him best wishes for his success in his new field of labor.
 Mills Running by Water Power. The recent rains have raised the ponds so that the upper mill. No. l. and mill No. 3 at Centerville are run ming by water power this week.
 Gift to Bride and Groom,
 About twenty young people were en- tertalned Saturday evening by MT. and Mrs. Harold Crandall in honor of Mir. and Mrs. George Crandall, who were recently married. They were presented dozen solid silver teaspoons with best Wlshes from the young people. Cake cocoa. candy and nuts were served, Emory Kenyon went to VoIuntown Thursday.
 School opened Tuesday after the ho1- lday vacation of 9 week and a day. D. Ava Crandall. who is teaching near Norwich, is home. having two weeks vacation from his school
 The nominating committee of the Y P. $. C. l.. met with Miss Lena Saun- ders Wednesday evening
Norwich bulletin., 1911-01-07
STAFFORD
1256 Liable for Personal Tax--Week of
 Prayer Observance.


 F. H. Plumb, who was appointed by the selectmen to canvass the town and make a list of males between q and 50 years who are liable for the per- sonal tax Of S2 has completed his du- ties. He found the number 10 be 1856. MT. Plumb will also collect the tax in the spring.
 Church News.
 The week of prayer was observed by cottage meetings Tuesday at Mrs. Thomas Blacks, Thursday at Mrs. Asa Harris, and by services in the chapel Wednesday and Friday.
 Next Sunday evening, in place of the usual sermon. a chapter will be read from Twice Born Men, giving the eX- perience of The Puneher, a converted prize fighter and drunkard.
 The second lecture of the winters $ course under the auspices of H. P. U. will be given in Memorial hall by Thomas Brooks Fletcher on Tragedies of the Unprepared.
 Miss Phemie Dobson is i'll with ton silitis.
 Charles Grandgerard Of New York was the guest of Mir. and Mrs. F. J. Glover over New Year
 Mir. Wright of Monson has bought the Henry Gerould homestead.
 The Christmas party given to the members of the Universalist Sunday school last Wednesday evening was a success, about eighty being seated at the tables.
 George Bray, boss dyer at the River side mill, has rented for the winter the home Of the late Mrs. Prince
Norwich bulletin., 1911-01-07
WASHINGTON COUNTY, RL
US0UEPAUGH
Burning Of Reynolds Children Due to Negligence - Claimed Bodies Kept Under a Tub All Night.

A coiored family. consisting of John Reynolds. his wife and two children. lived at Gienook in the house called The Trout Pond house." Their moth CT has been in the habit of leaving them from one hour to as long as she saw At to visit Tuesday she went call |. ing at E. B. Sheldon's. where the g1 andmother worked. While there she was notified that her house was on fire. The house was burned and both children. The bodies were taken from the ruins and placed under a tub. where they were all night, wait ing for the medical examiner. On "Wednesday morning the overseer of the poor sent J. C. Cahoone for the bodies. The eldest child was three years and the youngest year and q half.
 New Pews Arrived.
 The new pews for the church have arrived. MT. Palmer and Elisha Tay- Tor have set them up. The church will be complete when the lamps and carpet arrive.
 Opening of School.
 School began in this district on Tuesday, Miss Eva Fra nl1lln, teacher.
 Miss Helen Hammond began her second term of school at Kenyon on Tuesday. She will board with Mrs. William Dawiey.
 MT. and Mrs. John K. Lanond. who have been visiting Mrs Lanond' s parents. returned to their home at Middleton, Conn.,, Wednesday.
 Queens River Aad society met at Dr. Kenyon's Wednesday evening, seven members being present. It wes decided to have q chicken supper, the proceeds to go for a carpet for the church.
 Annie E. Kenyon spent Friday and Saturday at Hope Valley.
 sal As-fr bAfI nf Allen Stevens last Saturday evening.
 Lula Handel spent Wednesday at Hope Valley.
 Misses Annie and Clara Webster spent Saturday and Sunday at J. C. Webster's.
Norwich bulletin., 1911-01-07
H0PkINTOM.
Town Officials in Session-1o2 Hunters
 Licenses Issued in 1910.

The quarterly meeting Of the school committee was held Tn the town hall Tuesday morning Routine business occupied the time of the session.
 Probate Court.
 At the session of the probate court Tuesday afternoon Moves Spicer was appointed administrator on the estate of his late wife. Harriet \. Spicer, de- ceased.
 The will of Harriet AI. Tanner was probated and George II. Olney con firmed as executor.
 George N. Crandali administrator on the estate of John F. BitgooG. was au- thorized to sell the real estate of the deceased.
 Town Council.
 The town council on the same date granted orders for bills tn the amount of s303.15. They appointed Herbert F. Lewis as building inspector and also to collect statistics of births and deaths.
 Daniel E. Blake was appointed health officer. and Benjamin Kenyon to ap- praise the personal property on the town farm.
 Mrs James W. Murphy and daugf1-
Norwich bulletin., 1911-01-07

woodlot and is saving lumber and railroad ties.
 David Perkins of Hope Valley was the guest of John R. Perkins and fam fly Sunday.
 William T. Barber is somewhat i'm proved lar rheumatism.
 Joseph James the oldest person in this locality, is very feeble. He is S6
 Mrs. T. II. Barber is visiting Walter Cherry and family ill Worcester.
Norwich bulletin., 1911-01-07
SPRING HILL.

Sunday morning the Baptist church was presented with two handsome sil- yer collection plates by a friend. The gift was highly appreciated and vote of thanks was bestowed upon the giver,
 Miss Marian Storrs was a visitor at her home over Sunday.
 Miss Ida Reynolds is visiting her cousin, Mrs, c. H. Pike, Of Danielson.
 day of prayer was held Wednes- day morning and evening by the mem bers Of the Baptist church.
 The mission band will meet with Miss Martha FTaherty Saturday after noon.
Norwich bulletin., 1911-01-07
WELLINGTON
The Late John Bowies Recalled by
 Grand Army Friends.

The death notice of John Bowfes of Wilifmantic recalls Of 1lis coming to Wilmington on several occasions to in spect Elisha Johnson post, No. Se,gen- erally accompanied by genial com : rades, who helped to make the visits memorable. Only a few of the mem bers are left
 It was bad weather for New Year parish parties and receptions at tine minister's house.
 R. H. Carpenter was in Hartford in attendance on the Knox- Cha pman wedding.
 Mrs. Emily Carpenter is seriously i'll.
 The Endeavor meeting Sunday even
Norwich bulletin., 1911-01-07

Rev. E. C. Bugbee called at J. H. Ba- cons Friday afternoon
 Mrs. George Copeland of Wormwood Hill visited in Mount Hope Saturday.
 Misses Lima Bacon and Mabel Moore attended a Cleaners meeting at Mrs. David Matthewson's Saturday after noon.
 visited his farm here during his vaca- ton.
 Misses Irene Grant and Irene Russ returned to their work in the high school Monday morning after a weeks vacation
Norwich bulletin., 1911-01-07
HEBRON
Opening of Winter Term-Ladies' Aid
 Society Elects Officers.

The winter term of the Hebron schools opened last Monday.
 Aid Society's Official Board.
 The Ladies Aid society held their annual meeting Wednesday, Jan. 4th and elected officers for the ensuing year as follows President, Mrs. F. T. Smith; vice president, Mrs. Alfred Bis sell; secretary. Mrs. W. o. Seyms; treasurer. Mrs. Arthur Gillette. Di- rectresses were elected as follows: Mrs. Mrs. r. Frink, Mrs. George Lit tie, Miss Christine Frink, Mrs. Frank Raymond. Mrs. Everett Lord, Miss Edna Latham.
 w. c. T. U. Meeting.
 The w. c. T. U. met Thursday af- ternoon at Mrs. J. N. Hewitt's, eight members being present. A very inter- esting meeting followed.
 Miss Florence M. Jones has returned from a private hospital in Willimantic and is at Hart Bueil's in Gilead.
Norwich bulletin., 1911-01-07
EAST WELLINGTON

Clark Whitehouse is expected to be with his family over Sunday.
 Mrs. Cushman had friends from to help her keep New Years.
 The union missionary service at the Congregational church Sunday was at tended by thirty Bohemians. Rev. MT. Porter is a graduate of Amherst and speaks the Bohemian language fluent ly as English.
 Traveling has been so bad since the
Norwich bulletin., 1911-01-07
Acts as a Tonic

It never fails of excel ,ent tor ic effect upon the lining and adjacent tis- sues of the air passages, and also upon the entire worn-out system.
 Keep q 50ffLe Of .Sayolia sn Me hoxse. Take # Ssgniayly an Suiny, cold Wsather, aHd avheuevey yoH haze 6ees exposed. 4 arfU eIfeetuaIly byeuent colds.
Norwich bulletin., 1911-01-07
SiroIin
 Is More Than A Remedy For Coughs and Colds

Sirolin is not only the worlds standard remedy for colds, coughs, in1u- enza, bronchitis, grippe, and other pulmonary af- fections, but 1t is tonic and reconstructive in its action, as well.
 It stimulates the appe- tite, improves the diges- ton, aids the assimilation of food, nourishes the tissues, and is potential ifl retardiag that waste of tissues and that poverty of blood which are among the most prominent fea- lures of consumption.
Norwich bulletin., 1911-01-07

ter. Miss s. Mae Murphy a teacher in Woodciiffe x. J.. were calling on friends in town Saturday.
 George E. Greene Of Hope Valley was granted a druggists liquor license.
 Deacon Roger ". Lewis, who has been i'll for some time, does not i'm prove.
 One hundred and two hunting ii- censes were granted by the town clerk during 1910.
Norwich bulletin., 1911-01-07
Night Riders in Alabama.

Six night riders have been given fines and prison sentences in Ala oama. They must take such things Seflousiy down there. - Louisville
Norwich bulletin., 1911-01-07
Actors Monotonous Life.

The life of a dramatic operatic star is after all very monotonous." oi,- serves a dramatic and musical critic. Certainly it seems to have been in 30 number of cases-just one marriae- after another Richmond News Lead CT.
Norwich bulletin., 1911-01-07
LETTERS FROM TWO STATES

heavy rains that owners of teams did not like to put their teams on the roads on account of the mud.
 School commenced Wednesday.
Norwich bulletin., 1911-01-07
Should Prolonu His Life.

Grai1ame Whites medical adyister has warned him not to attempt any more cross channel flights. Seems like sensible health rule.-Pittsburg Dis patch