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Putnam patriot., 1911-03-31
Play a Big Success.

IA Case of Suspension" as produced by pupils of Grade 9, Israel Putnam school, Tuesday afternoon and even- ing, was most pleasing to the audience who were generous with their ap- plause at the good work of the pupils in their portrayal of the various characters assigned them. The piece was full of life, humor, and interesting situations and was one of the best the school has attempted.
 The ribbon drill was pleasing and new. The participants were well drilled and graceful.
 The High school orchestra furnished excellent music.
 The cast of characters was as fol- lows:
 Dorothy Minnie Cannon Alice Nellie Jacques Mildred May Fuller Young ladies of the Seminary Harold Elmer Franklin Tom Roy Welch Jack Harry Clifford Undergraduates Of College nearby Miss Ophelia Judkins Clara Maertens Prof. Emillius Edgerton
 Harold Seeley Of the Faculty
 Kathleen, Celtic maiden,
 Katherine Seward Jonas, the Seminary "man'
 Milton Feltman In addition to the play ribbon drill under the direction of Miss Mary Bartlett was given with the following girls taking part:
 Eleanor Carpenter, Marion Carpen' ter, Florence Darling, Evelyn Ellis, Hazel Fox, Ivagiene Fuller, Margaret Bone, Maud Carpenter, Edna Mann, Catherine Russell, Mudel Backus, Pearl Cham berlaine, Grace Kanery.
Putnam patriot., 1911-03-31
Murder and Suicide Near Woodstock.

A double tragedy took place between ' and o'clock Wednesday morning in the town of Southbridge, just over the Woodstock town line. Mrs. William Garfield, aged 50, cut the throat of her only child, Earl, aged years, with a razor, and then ended her own life in the same manner.
 The Garfield family live on a farm close to the boundary line of the two towns. MT. Garfield started for Quin- eba ugh early Wednesday morning and his wife waved an adieu to him as he left the yard. His little son was still in bed. When he returned he found his son dressed in his night clothes ly- ing dead on the kitchen floor, in pool of blood, with his throat cut, and close beside him the body of his wife, in the same condition.
 The cause for the tragic act is believ- ed to be insanity, caused by despond- ency. Mrs. Garfield had nursed her mother through an illness, which end ed in her death last December. Ever since then Mrs. Garfield has been des- pendent, and to such a degree as to be noticeable at times. She appeared as usual when her husband left the house Wednesday morning.
Putnam patriot., 1911-03-31

The public schools close Friday for the spring vacation of one week.
 A. w. Fisher, of Westerly, k. l., called on friends recently.
 Miss Ethel Rowe, Warwick, R. L., is the guest of her sister, Mrs. C. Fred Waterman.
 Miss Emily Van Pelt has been the guest of Mrs. Ellen Bugbee of Elm street.
 John H. Bateman has left this city for Pequa, Ohio, 10 work as designer in a woolen mill.
 Attorney Walter Gilpstrie and child spent Sunday with MT. and Mrs. G. w. Gilpatric.
 Win. Crawford has left the "Shop on the Square" to accept position in Boston sporting goods house.
 Charles Treat and wife, of Nor wich, are guests of pr. H. $. Thomp- son and wife.
 Miss Ellen Wheelock returned on Tuesday evening from a stay at Pine hurst, N. c.
 F. J. Daniels ana wife are enter taining their daughter, Miss Annie Daniels, of Manchester, N. H.
 Mrs. Ellen Johnson and daughter, Miss Johnson, Grove street, were in WilIimantie, last Thursday, attending the funeral of relative.
 c-Plans are under way to improve and partly rebuild the highway from North Grosvenordale to Perryville and Wilsonville.
 Miss Helen Bradley, of Berlin, and Leland Bradley, of Worcester, are spending their vacations with relatives in this city.
 Miss Mary Wheelock entertained the o. NJ. Club at supper at the home of her sister, Mrs. G. Harold Gilpatric, Monday evening.
 Miss l.. B. Seguin, of Central Will lage, and Myrtle Jorda of Williman- tic, were guests of the formers sister, Mrs. Frank Thayer, Fremont street, over Sunday.
 The latest great biblical spectacular drama in molten pictures, "The De- luge," will be on exhibition at the Bradley .Theatre, Monday and Tues day, April and 1, in conjunction with other pictures and vaudeville.
 Master Richard Holmes, years old, of Westerley, k. l., journeyed in the cars alone to this city, to visit his cousin Malcolm Wiley, and his grand- parents, Mr. and Mrs. A. w. Macdon- aid, Prospect street, Oak Hill.
 Lena Codaire lost lthe tip of one finger and lacerated another badly, by getting her hand caught in a machine while at work in the winding room at Hammond, Knowlton X Co.'s silk mill on Wednesday morning.
 Putnam got the edge of thunder storm Wednesday evening, which, in other parts of Eastern Connecticut, was very severe. In Hartford, Nor wich and Willimantic, considerable damage resulted from lightning, and all three cities were plunged in total darkness from the effect of the electric fluid on the light and power plants.
Putnam patriot., 1911-03-31
Superior Court.

On Wednesday of last week the un- contested divorce case of Clara Gard vs William l.. Gard of this city was first disposed of, Mrs. Gard being granted divorce from Gard on the ground of habitual intemperance. She was also permitted to change her name to Clara NJ. Ladd Mrs. Gard, at one time Miss Clara Chassey, and later M rs. Dwight Ladd, married Gard October IT, 1903. The witnesses in the case were Deputy Sheriff George F. Holbrook, Police Captain John Murray, and Herman G. Carver.
 In the case of Edgar NJ. Wheaton vs Ernest NJ. Arnold ct al, for foreclosure of mortgage, by agreement of parties, May s, 1911, was fixed as the time within which the trustee may redeem, and the damages were fixed ats35 ,923.- 62. MT. Wheaton holds a mortgage against the Arnold property of S25,- 900, dated January 1, 1910, and cover- ing two tracts of land with buildings thereon Sldnulngs ut iiSl ttdtb ID the square bounded by Grove, Bradley, Fremont and Pleasant streets, with the exception of the Methodist church property, the property of the Mission ary society of the diocese of Connecti- cut, and land formerly owned by k. F. Smith, facing Pleasant street. The second tract is bounded northerly by Fremont street, easterly by Pleasant street, southerly by land of heirs of Lucius Fitts, westerly by Hand of E. NJ. Wheaton.
 The Turgeon case was resumed and after hearing several witnesses argu- ments were begun.
 Owing to the illness of Judge How ard J. Curtis, there was no session of the superior court Tuesday, nor will there be any this week. It is not de- cided whether court will continue next week or not. Judge Curtis is at his home in 5tratford, and is confined to the house with the grip.
Putnam patriot., 1911-03-31
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Common Council.

An adjourned meeting of the Com- mon Council was held Tuesday even ing with Mayor Macdonald in the chair. Present Aldermen Dady, Bro deur, Miner, Carpenter and Hawkins
 The object of the meeting was the transaction of the following business:
 Voted, That the Mayor, finance com- mittee and Treasurer investigate the city debt and the adViSabillty of issu- ing bonds therefor. Also the matter of procuring proper legislation to allow issuing bonds, and the matter of issu- ing bonds to purchase the plant of the Putnam N ater company.
 Voted, That plans for sewer contract No. be approved, and that Aldermen Hawkins, Nichols and Miner be au- thorized to have same constructed and contract for the construction, and that the Mayor be authorized to sign such contract, requiring such bonds AS he may deem proper.
 Petition granted to Postmaster F. c. Letters to erect steel post, with box, at corner of Chapman and South Main streets.
 Permission was granted John Mur- ray, Captain of Police, to accept re- ward of $50, in accordance with sta- ute, allowing reward, payable by the State for thecapture of hen thieves.
 Meeting adjourned
Putnam patriot., 1911-03-31
Methodist Church Notes.

There will be no services in the church next Sunday, il being Confer ence Sunday. The prayer meeting will be held as usual the following Thursday evening and Sunday, April 9th, the regular church services will be continued.
 Four new members were received into the church last Sunday. The Rho Delta class will hold Food Sale at Ballard X Clark $ store, Friday afternoon at 2.30 o'clock.
 The Cushing Academy Male Quartet gave an excellent entertainment in the church last Friday evening under the auspices of the Epworth League. The solo and quartet work were both good, and the program was much enjoyed by the good.sized audience who were generous with their applause, the en- tertainers being equally cheerful in responding with encores. Miss Cow ell, the aceompanist, also deserves a share of the credit for her excellent work. A pleasant feature of the affair was the informal reception held for the quartet at the close of the entertain ment. The concert was highly enjoyed by all and was success financially. The members of the quartet were Arthur w. Ross, first tenor; William F. Gallagher, Jr., second tenor; Ed. ward A. Currier, Jr., baritone and reader; w. King Collins, bass. The following program was given: The Jolly Blacksmiths Lay Geibel
 Cushing Male Quartet Beam From Wonder Star Bullard
 MT. Collins The Rosary Nevin
 Quartet Solo, Creole Love Song, Smith
 MT. Gallagher The Winter Song Bullard
 Quartet Reading, How the LaRue Stakes Were Lost, Anon
 Mir. Currier (a) Kentucky Babe Geibel (b) The Owl and the Pussy Cat
 Quartet Solo, Nita Gitana, De Koven
 MT. Ross Darling Nellie Gray Hanby
 MT. Collins and Quartet Solo, O. Happy Day, Gotze
 MT. Currier (a) The Lost Chord Sullivan (b) The Happy Songs of Long Ago,
 Nevin
 Quartet
Putnam patriot., 1911-03-31
Evangelical ServIces al Baptist Church.

The revival services at the Baptist church were well attended throughout and much good accomplished. Sing CT Paquette's sweet baritone voice seemed to bring the music of heaven to earth, and while all were delighted, many were once and again melted to tears. He was ably assisted in the ser vice of song by large chorus of young men and women.
 Evangelist Currie in presenting the gospel message was wonderfully filled with the Holy Spirit that lgave heav- enly power to his utteranee. His ser mons were biblical, kindly persuasive, we'll illustrated, and delivered with much feeling, while at the same time he was fearless in presenting the truth. By the Book he stands or falls.
 A blessed spirit of harmony pefVad- ed every session, and the spirit of the Most High made tender the hearts of all the christians of every name who were present, and so united their prayers that mercy drops descended, and about forty souls gave their hearts to the Saviour. Evangelist Currie's methods. are simple, straightforward, and commendable. He uses no undue measures to win converts. He simply labors with the seekers after truth and light individually until they are brought out into the new life, then he numbers them with christians. The closing day of the meetings was great day in the Baptist church. The evan gelist diseoursed to large audiences, forenoon, afternoon, and evening. The day closed with wonderful sermon on 'sThe sin that never can be forgiy- en,n and while the man of God was speaking 1t seemed as if deathless si- lence rested upon the audience, and at the close the saints at least breathed easier when they realized that they were not of the number who had com- mitted this sin. The sermon had its effect, for at the close some for whom the church had been long praying yielded to Christ and testified to his pardoning love.
 The evangelists leave Putnam for North Grosvenordale with the bes' wishes of the church where they Ia
 bored, and all the community as well
Putnam patriot., 1911-03-31
Baptist Church Notes.

The annual meeting Of the Baptist church was held on Monday evening, and the reports showed that, financial ly, the church Is in most prosperous condition. They raised all their ap- portionment for ministers and the ge- neral work of the denominations their home expenses were all met, with a balance in the treasury of Sl4l.
 The following officers were elected:
 Church committee--J. B. Kent, H. 0. Preston, Henry l.. Converse.
 Clerk-Clarence E. Pierce,
 Treasurer-CharlesA Arnold.
 Ushers-John A. Dsdy, Frederick N |. Flagg, Walter Shippee, HenIy l.. Con- verse, Clovis l.. Carpenter, Norman Kennedy, Samuel Hopkins, Joseph Potter, William Bates, W. F. Moss.
 Music committee-Samuel Rich, Mrs. J. B. Kent, Mrs. Ida Kennedy.
 Collector-John A. Dady.
 The combined annual meeting of the Women's Societies of the First Bap- tist church, was held in the church parlor, Wednesday afternoon, March 29th. Reports of the past year were read and officers elected for the com ing year. The ladies were in a very happy frame of mind as both the Home and Foreign Mission Societies had met their apportionment for the year. The Ladies Aid Society starts the new year with a goodly balance in the treasury. Light refreshments were served and a short social hour was enjoyed by all. aJohn A. Dady, MT. and Mrs. Charles NJ. Fenner, Mrs. Clarence K. Pierce, Mrs. J. B. Kent, Mrs. Samuel Rich, and Mrs. H. w. Thompson, were ap pointed committee to arrange for the unveiling of the Memorial Tablet erect ed for Mrs. Ellen Darling, who has re- membered the church in various ways. It will be unveiled on Easter Sunday, April 18th.
 Cottage meeting this, Friday, even- ing with Mrs. H. w. Thompson, Wood stock avenue.
Putnam patriot., 1911-03-31

-Southbridge firemen's basket ball team will give Faller's Pets return game in Hammond hall, Saturday evening, April s. Don't miss this one.l
 The annual meeting of the Connec- ticut Bee Keepers Association will be held in Jewett Hall ,iHartford, Friday, April II. Formal business meeting at lO:30. President Latham sends out circular letter notifying members that it is important that every member be present at this meeting as several mat ters iare 10 come up which concerns each member. One of the chief of these is concerning annual dues; ano- ther is the election of officers; another isI sIretaining "The Connecticut Farmer" as the official organ; also the question of holding only one annual meeting in Hartford and one elsewhere.
 -Dr. Wm. II. Roberts, chairman of the Executive Committee of the Fede- ral Council Of the Churches of iChriss in America, sent out a request on Mon- day to have sermons preached in all the churches next Sunday upon the subject of "Arbitration as Substitute for War" The churches of all England have forwarded cablegram asking the churches of America to unite with them in the presentation, next Sun- day, from all the pulpits, of the subject of the Arbitration Treaty between En- gland and the United States now pen- ding
Putnam patriot., 1911-03-31
Sheriff Sibley Made inc Jail Earn S7,0OO

Last week Friday Sherifl Preston B. Sibley was in Hartford, toiappear be- fore the committee of labor, relative to pending bills that forbid the future use Of convict labor by State institutions.
 In discussing the proposed legisla- tion, Sheriff Sibley says il is his inten- ton to get a ruling from the commit tee as to whether, under the terms of the bill, the county jails will be consid- cred State institutions. If the com mittee rule that the jails are such, he will oppose the passage of the parlicu- lar bill, which was introduced by Re- presentative Meltzer, of Bridgeport.
 In discussing the matter, the Sheriff said that if legislation is enacted that will prevent the officials of the Wind ham county jail from letting the pris- oners out to work it will mean a big loss to the county. Last year the pris- onors' earnings amounted to about S7, 900. Of this amount 5000 was net profit, the other 900 having gone for assistants tosupervise their work. Ihls revenue was practically produced from farm labor and on jobs for which other workers were not available.
 Sheriff Sibley contends that the jails are not State institutions, inasmuch as they receive no State aid other than the S225 week given for the board Of prisoners.
 The direction of the jails Is in the hands of the Sheriffs of the various counties--they making the appoint ments of the jail officials, and they also being held responsible for the proper management of the institutions under the County Commissioners who in turn are selected by the representatives of the various towns in the Legislature, subject only to formal approval by the General Assembly.
Putnam patriot., 1911-03-31
City C0urt...Fuller Judge.

William Reed and Henry Cooper were in court Saturday morning for being found drunk. The former was sentenced to 30 days and the latter to 20 days, with costs for each of sS.09.
 Monday morning John Paquette of Ballouville plead guilty to getting drunk, and paid fine of A.
 The court ordered the clerk to draw on the State treasurer an order for $50, the reward to which Captain John Murray is entitled for the capture and conviction of the two hen thieves, Michael Kildea and John Grant, sent to Brooklyn jail recently for stealing fowls from the hen coop of Mrs. w.. R. Barber. -s
Putnam patriot., 1911-03-31
Interesting Locals

simon Farley is in Spencer this week advertising the famous Eyelaine medi- cine for the eyes.
 Ladies' are all invited to attend the Easter Millinery Opening at the Misses Egan's on Friday, March 3lst and Saturday, April lst.
 Miss San Souci will be in readiness to meet your inspection tof her splen. did line of Spring Hats, Wednesday, April 9th. She Is agent fori May Man. ton Patterns.
 We have 5000 bushels very choice seed oats, have not been sulphured or clipped; also full stock of Park X Pol- lard's dry mash growing and chick feeds Bosworth Brothers.
 You have seen the "Hull Umbrella" advertised. Look into Shaw's for the article itself. Does your old pet um- brella need recovering? He will re- cover and make il detachable at same price.
 Madame Cyr of Danielson extends a cordial invitation to her Putnam pa- irons and friends to attend her milli- nery opening, Friday and Saturday, March 31 and April lst. The largest and finest line of spring, ever shown.
 A demonstration of a perfectly new idea in Sewing Machines will be held soon at Jeweler Shaw's store. Look for the date as 1t will be well worth the while of all ladies who sew for them selves to see the advantages of the cen- tral needle.
Putnam patriot., 1911-03-31
Among the Firemeu.

The department was called to the alleyway back of the Peoples Store, Thursday morning to extingulsh chimney lire in the tenement occupied by Peter Lambert. Very little dam. age was done.
 One of the most of the many enjoy able affairs held at headquarters this season was the Stag whist held last Thursday night for the benefit of the muster fund. There were not only prizes but also surprises. Mayor Mac donald made a presentation speech in which he told of the efficient work of Chief Mark Wilson, the esteem and respect of the men under him which they wished to evidence by presenting him beautiful silver speaking trum- pet. The chief responded and praised the men for their hearty cooperation and support.
 The mayor then addressed K. F.. Thurston, superintendent of the Put nam Light X Power Company, an honorary member of the department. He told him how much the men valu- ed his efforts in behalf of the depart ment and that they wished to make it known in a small way by presenting him a gold badge. On the badge was inscribed: "Presented by the Putnam Fire Department, to R. k. Thurston- Ear IafS InIlu EnnA Eallnus
 There were thirty-five tables of whist and the rivalry was keen. At the close Irwin TouFtellotte and Thomas MeDermott were tied for the highest score, having thirty-eight points. The 8 prize was divided between them. John Daigle received the consolation prize.
 An excellent luncheon was served in the banquet room by Chef Fuller and his assistants.
 This Thursday night the department will be "itp at the Bradley theatre when the second Fireman's night will be held. A number of special features have been prepared that will assure delightful evenings entertainment. donated by the theatre management for the muster fund.
 Fuller's Pets and some thirty of their admirers went over into the Bay State Saturday evening and brought home the long end of 3S to 20 score from the firemen's team of Southbridge. It was big night in the Massachusetts town and the streets were crowded with people and many were unable 10 gain admission to the game. A parade with band and red fire was the opener.
 Cis Peloquin, the old-timer, was in the opponents lineup and they looked to him to carry them to victory. When Southbridge made the first two baskets the crowd went wild. Putnam short ly made five straight and never lost the lead. It was good game and good time. Lineup:
 Putnam-3S 20-Southbridge Gagne If rb Garceau Macdonald If lb Lippe Shaw Peloquin Thayer, Marriott lb IT Morin Wheaton rb If Coutu
 Baskets from floor, Gagne 2, Mac Donald II, Shaw, Wheaton ?, Marriott ?, Lippe, Peloquin 3, Morin 5. Bas- kets on free tries, Morin 2, Gagne ?. Free tries missed, Morin 8, Shaw 2, Gagne 8, Peloquin. Fouls called, on Wheaton, Peloquin 8, Gagne 8, Gar ceau 8, Shaw ?, Morin. Referee, Foun-
 
 Time, 20-minute halves. Attendance, enn
Putnam patriot., 1911-03-31
Advent Christian Church Notes.

Next Sunday the Pastor will speak from the subject ''What God can do with A man of faith"
 This being our Communion Sunday we hope all members of the church will be present.
 There will be services in the evening at ' o'clock.
 The Pastor will beFout of town the forepart of the week attending the an- nual sessions of the Rhode Island and Eastern Connecticut X. |. Conference, held in the A. C. church on Dexter street, Providence.
 The church prayer meeting will be held on Friday evening this week.
Putnam patriot., 1911-03-31

The vote last week in the Massa- chusetts House-on the bill permitting cities and towns to legaiize Sunday af- ternoon baseball-was yeas 69 and nays 131. The noiiceably energetic protest of the Catholic Federation counted a good deal in the defeat of the bill. The adoption of Sunday as in Continental Europe has been growing more and more popular in this country the past few years. ss
Putnam patriot., 1911-03-31
St. Philin's Church.

Evening Prayer and sermon will be held on Friday evening at 7.30 o'clock, the Rev. P. $. Irwin officiating.
 Sunday morning at ,10.3O Morning Prayer and Holy Communion with sermon by Rev. William Beach Olm- sted of Pomfret. Sunday evening at ' o'clock there will be Evening Prayer and sermon, Rev. P. $. Irwin in charge.
 A Committee meeting will be held Monday evening at o'clock.
Putnam patriot., 1911-03-31

The fire horror that took place in New York, reveals horrible condition of things. A fire broke out In one of the high manufacturing buildings In which were about thousand persons, most- ly girls, and there being no fire escapes they were entrapped in brrning fur mace, and about 150 of the poor things lost their lives. Scores of girls leaped to death ten stories below them to the pavements to escape being burned alive, as they had no chance for life. The city is in fearful state, the police are demoralized, crime Is rampant day and night, for which Mayor Gaynor is held responsible, for his unfitness for his office rather than bad motives. The fire chief says there are hundreds of buildings liable to cause like tragedies from similar conditions. The laws are not enforced to provide fire escapes and to prevent fires. Thorough investiga- ticns are to be made not only to discov- CT the cause of that fire and what lack of provisions existed to cause such horror, but what other buildings are unprovided with proper means of es- caping similar fates.
Putnam patriot., 1911-03-31

--C.E. Heath is to remove the "Shop on the Square" to Mechanics street, where he will occupy the store former- ly occupied by k. k. Johnson.