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The Press., 1912-12-18

As the holiday season approaches 1t is we'll to remember that the mails are badly congested during the last few days before Christmas, and that
 it is wise plan to mail your packages as early as possible Also place your name and address on one corner of the package, and see that they are properly wrapped and securely tied.
 The new parcel post system will go into effect on January 1st. The public should become as familiar, as pos- sible with the regulations governing the new system. All fourth class mat ter which is now set at the rate of 16 cents a pound will be sent as parcel post at much cheaper rate. For local delivery the rate will be 5 cents for the first pound and 1 cent for each extra pound up to eleven pounds.
 This also applies to delivery on the rural routes from the local office.
 Under the new law a person can send as much as II pounds on either of the routes for 15 cents. For out of town delivery the rate will depend upon the destinaton of the package, Un- der the present law only 4 pounds can be sent in one package, while under the parcel post law as much as II pounds can be sent. One of the most important features of the parcel post law, and one which the public will have to guard against, is that the present postage stamps cannot be used on parcel post packages. New stamps of bright red color have been prepared for that purpose. Neither can the parcel post stamps be used on first, second or third class matter. Parcel post packages may be registered or sent as special delivery. It will also be necessary for the sender to place their name and address on all parcel post packages. Any informa- tion relative to the new system will be gladly given at the local post office.
The Press., 1912-12-18

= The regular yearly business meet ing of the church was held last Sun day. The following officers and com mittees were elected: Deacon, H. P. Amidon; clerk and treasurer, Miss B. L. Whiton; prudential committee, G. E. s. Amidon, J. w. Armitage and H. P. Amidon; church committee, Mrs. A. l.. Chism, Mrs. Nellie White and Miss Edith P. Upton.
 westford Hill.
 Mrs. Laura Lipps and children were in Willimantic last Friday.
 Miss E. L. Whtion, who has been spending two weeks in Mansfield, has returned home.
 The three-years old daughter of Ed win Hughes, who was badly burned about the head and arm short time ago, is reported to be gaining slowly.
The Press., 1912-12-18

cal situation and is prepared to ac- cept it. Men of political experience about the state say that if Col. Hall chooses he can take a very effective part in recognizing the party so that it can once more present a vigorous front. Republicans can be found everywhere, men who stayed in the party last fall, who believe that an honest effort is necessary to rid the party of the blight that has come up- on it, that Col. Hall has the ability
 to make that effort if he cares to. The other republican representatives elect mentioned for the speakership are Morris o. Webster of Harwinton, Robert V. Magee of Watertown, Charles w. Evarts of Milford, Frank E. Healy of Windsor Locks and Arthur W. Marsden of Madison. Those who ought to know say that Healy and Marsden may be dismissed right of.
 Then, too, it is known that there are at least a dozen republican representa-  rather than vote for either Healy or Marsden. So far as the republican or ganization is concerned it is under stood that the quiet word has been sent forth to support Representative Webster of Harwinton. It is said that in due time the tip will be made pub lie in the Hartford organ of the pres ent republican machine. There were some who thought the organization would back up Representative Magee, but those on the inside say that he would not do. Representative Evarts is too young, they say. And so at this writing it looks as though the final contest would be between Web ster and Hall. '' -e
The Press., 1912-12-18
Col. ". H. Hall for Speaker.

Col. W. H. Hall is being favorably mentioned all over the state for the speakership of the next house of rep resentatives, and he has announced that he will accept the nomination if rendered him. Col. Hall would make an excellent presiding officer and will no doubt have the solid support from this section, and the reports indicate that he will have strong support in other parts of the state. Here is hoping that the next speaker will be from Holland county. The following is from the Hartford Post of the I 1th:
 Ut was learned to-day that a quiet conference took place at Hartford this week between several prominent re- publicans from different parts of the state, which had for it's purpose the organization of support for Col. Will liam H. Hall of Wilmington as the re- publican candidate for speaker of the next house in the general assembly of 1918. A few days after election it was mentioned in these columns that AEl6uuS O1 SO1. AAdhA AA4A5 they all call him intended to work in his behalf. They have been doing a lot of inside business, and now they are about to start out regular or Ranized effort to make him the nomi- nee of the republican caucus. Col. Hall has peculiar ideas in regard to being a candidate. He was willing to be in the race, but he did not be- lieve that any man should go out for such a position merely for his indi- vidual ambition. He has insisted that the republicans must show an interest in his candidacy. That he has host of friends all over the state everybody knows. He has received promises of support from many direc- tions and some of it has surprised him, so his friends say. So far as experience goes, it is admitted that few men are better equipped for the speakership. Col Hall has served six terms in the house and one in the senate, to say nothing of membership in the constitutional convention of 1902. He was reelected to a seventh term in the house last November. Will lington would have him remain there as long as he lives. From friends who attended the conference in Hart ford it is believed that Col. Hall stands ready to take advanced ground. It is said that he recognizes the vast change that has come over the politi-
The Press., 1912-12-18
ASHFORD. WaaEfOH6

Archa Walker has had telephone put in his house.
 Mrs. E. l.. White returns from Bristol this week.
 George Agard of Brimfield, Mass. i, visited relatives here last week.
 Will Armitage and E. l.. White are soon to have phone connection.
 MT. and Mrs.. Andrew Amidoy and family of Abingdon were recent guests of relatives here.
 There will be poverty social and bean supper on Friday even ing at the vestry of the Baptist church. Ladies are requested to carry cake.
 Edmond Whitehouse, who formerly lived in this town, died last week in Atwoodville, Mansfield, and his fu- neral was held there Sunday. He was 72 years of age. .-
 Preparations are being made for a Christmas tree and exercises to be held Wednesday evening. All are in- vited to attend. The tree will be large enough for all to use.
 The house on the old B. J. Ireland place was burned to the ground, with all it's contents, last Thursday night. It was owned and occupied by Will Hughes, who was away at the time. He is supposed to be i'll New York state. ;.
 Mike Ruglosky, one of our best Slavish citizens, who lived on the Fuller farm (sky Hill), died Sunday morning at the St. Joseph hospital, Willimantic, of pneumonia. He was man who was liked here by every one and kind neighbor. He leaves a wife and three children.
The Press., 1912-12-18

He was a member of the Ellington Congregational church. Besides his wife, who was Miss Catherine Cheney of Manchester, he leaves a daughter, Mrs. Arthur D. Hale, and a grand child, all of Ellington The funeral will be held this afternoon and will be private. The body will be taken to Mansfield tomorrow for burial.
 Crystal Lake.
 Hereafter the church bell will ring at 10 p. m., instead of 9 o'clock.
 Rev. ". O. Barber of Holland will preach next Sunday at the usual hour.
 MT. and Mrs. A. U. Charter have returned from short v isit with their sons, Everett and Harry, ill Bland ford, Mass.
The Press., 1912-12-18
FOR SALE

Five horses at the Willis Ice Company barn, op- posite high school, on School-St., RO' KVILLE. These horses are out of hard work and are ready and able to go right to work again, all in good condition, nearly sound, from to 10 years old. one needs to own. will weigh 22O0 lbs, And sound, 2 and years old. price $265, worth $45O to farmer milk, express or grocery man; one nice bay horse, years old. l5O lbs nice driver, true 10 work, clever, afraid of nothing, very stylish. in good condition, price $ll0 one bl Ack wind. safe for lady to drive, just little tender forward, must get good home on farm. price $75; bay mare In foal due June l, 1913, thorough bred Morgan, ], 200 lbs, 10 years old, very good worker, price $85, would not be sold less than $l50 if not in fOal Call at stable opposite high school, School.st.. Rockville, Conn
The Press., 1912-12-18
BRAVERY AS A GIFT.
Redouins Do Not Look Upon Coward.
 iee as a Disgrace.

aedOuins Do Not Look Upon Coward.
 iee as a Disgrace.
 The idea Inst nothing is so disgrace full as cowardice is one that is not held by all races Among the Bedouins a sheik may be the leader of his tribe only in peace. When there is war the chances are that he will relinquish his leadership to the fighting sheik.
 'T have not the gift of courage" once said an Arab chief to an EnglishmaA, apologizing for not putting himself at the head of band that he had sent to attack another tribe.
 The Englishman learned that these nomads esteem personal bravery as gift. for the want of which man is no more to be censured than he is to be blamed for not being handsome.
 A Bengali says, without the least sense of shame, 'I am timid." Yet he will meet death, even when 1t ap- breaches in the form of the hangman, with the composure of a martyr.
 The following instances illustrate strikingly this double nature of the Bengali. .-<.
 A native had been sentenced to death for killing his wife. On the morning of the execution the officer who was experimenting the hanging entered the condemned mans cell. Instead o1 finding him crouching in terror he was surprised to be greeted with low bow and a request.
 The man wished for some sweet meats with which to refresh himself on his way to the gallows. They were ordered, and on their arrival the pro cession set out.
 The doomed man ate the sweetmeats with relish as he calmly walked along the way of death. When the gallows was reached the crowd which had followed seated themselves on the ground. The man waited few sec onds to finish the last morsel, then mounted the gallows with composure and was swung off.
 Strange as it may seem. that man would have been panic stricken at tht rush of some wild rumor. His timid ity was natural, but his religion ano discipline had trained him to accept with calmness the nevitable.-Detroit Free Press
The Press., 1912-12-18
TEACHER IN PIANO and VOICE.
 MISS LULU l. lDE. Starord
oF ASHFORD, S. Proba

k1 Court, Ashford, Conn Dec. 18Th. 1912.
 Estate of susan M. Huntley, late Of Ash- ford, in said district. deceased
 The administrator having exhibited his ao- ministration account with said estate 10 this court for allowance. it Is
 Or1ered-That the 2Sth day of Tee. A. D. 1912. at o'clock in the afternoon at the Court of Pro bate in Ashford. be and the same is asSlgIe ed for a hearing on the allowance of said AdmlnistTa- ton account with said estate, and this cou 't directs the admtn1S' rator to cite all persons tnte fesfed therein to appear at said time and place, by publishing this order Of notice once 1n some newspaper published in Holland County and having a circulat'On in said district. and by posting copy Of this order on thr public sign post m the town Of Ashford, whele deceased last dwelt OSCAR D. BAKER, Judge
The Press., 1912-12-18
COVENTRY.

At the regular meeting of Coventry grange officers for 1913 were elected as follows: Master, I. P. Fiske, M. D.; overseer, G. H. Storrs; lecturer, Miss Maude A. Murphy; steward, Emil J. Kochler; assistant steward, Byron N. Hall; chaplain, Rev. H. M. Bartlett; treasurer, ". S. Haven secretary, E. P. Haven; gatekeeper, c. s. Fiske; Ceres, Miss Carr ie Secor; Pomona, Mrs. A. l.. Reed Flora, Mrs. Frank Turner; l.. A. s., Mrs. Everett Lathrop.
The Press., 1912-12-18
ASSESSORS NOTICE. ROROUCH OF STAFFORD SPRINGS

All persons residing in the borough of Stafford Springs, liable to pay taxes. are hereby notified to return to the Assessors on or before the first day of January next written or printed list properly signed and sworn to, of all taxable property owned by them on the first day of De. cember 1912. Those failing to make a list will according to law. Blanks may be obtained of the Assessors. or may be found at the stores oft F. Warren, F. E. Fitzpatrick and Brown X Penny. !
 $lEo < < Rj f$$1 E $i WALKER; VA Assessors. Stafford Springs Conn, December II, 1912
The Press., 1912-12-18
NOTICE.

Notice is hereby given that petition will be presented to the next session of the General As sembly of the State of Connecticut for the incor- poration of 8 street railway company, to be known as the Stafford and Monson Street Rail- way Company. with power to construct, main tain and operate by means of electricity as a motive power a railway with such tracks, turn outs, switches, connections and suitably con structed and supported conductors ofelectricity, fixtures and appurtenances as may be necessary for the conduct of the business of an electric railway along or across all of the streets, high ways, public grounds and private lands along and upon the following route !: Beginning at Haymarket Square in the Borough of Stafford Springs, thence Northerlyton the main highway or private lands, or other highways, to and through the village of Orcuttville to the state line of Massachusetts north of Evergreen Park also beginning at Haymarket Square in the Borough ot Stafford Springs, thence Northerly on Furnace Avenue or private lands, or othel highways in whole or in part, to and through Stafford Hydeville and Statfordville to the state line of Massachusetts.
 Dated at stafford this 10th day of December 1912 THE INCORPORATORS,
 By ROBERT H. FISK, their Attorney.
The Press., 1912-12-18
. DDlTIONAL ORDER OF NOTICE

A OPTIONAL ORDER OF NOTICE Rockville. December II, D 19t2.
 Emma BosQuet of stafford vs. Fred Bosquet of Magog, P. O., Canada. - Upou the comp aint of The said Emma Bos- uuet claiming for the reasons therein set fort h. a ctvorce now pending before the Superior Court in and for said Holland County.
 It appearing to and being found by the sub
 scTibino authority that the said defendant is re- siding at Magog. Province Quebe Canada, ard is absent from this State.
 It is therefore ordered that notice of the pend ency of said complaint be given said defendant by publishing this order tD The Press, news paper plinted in Stafford, in said County, two weeks successively, commencing on or before the 18th day Of December, AID 1912, and by posting
 true and attested copy of said complaint. cita- tion, and of this order of Notice, tn the pos oface at stafford Springs, in said County post age paid by registered letter, directed to salo defendapC at Magog, Province quebec, Canada on or before the 18th day of Decemb 1T. D. | 1912 by some proper oficer or person indifferent By the Court. LYMAN WINNING TINGIE ER | Clerk of the Superior Court for Toland County
The Press., 1912-12-18

Mother Gray's Sweet Powders for hlldren relieve Fevfrishness, Bad stomach Teethtng Disorders. move and regulate the Row. els, and are pleasant remedy for Worms. Used by Mothers for 9 years. They never fail. At all Druggists, 95c. Sample FREE. Address A. s. Olmsted. Ie Roy. N. '.
The Press., 1912-12-18

All correspondents and others send ing in news are requested to send in a day earlier than usual next week, as The Press will be issued on Tuesday afternoon, as Wednesday is Christmas.
The Press., 1912-12-18

At the second annual conference of the New England state tax officials held at Boston last week, Tax Com missioner W. H. Corbin of Hartford was elected president.
The Press., 1912-12-18
0o Mot Have Sore Feet.

Do Not Have Sore Feet. An Aliens Foot Ease powder in the foot-bath gives instant relief to ChiibIains and all foot aches. Then for lasting comfort. shake Aliens Foot Ease, the anti septic powder, in your shoes All Druggists, 25c.
The Press., 1912-12-18
BORN.

Stafford Springs, 18th, a son to MT. ane Mrs. John Scotia.
The Press., 1912-12-18

For any itchineas of the skin, for skin rashes. chap. pimples. etc., try Doan E Ointment. 50c at all drug stores. Adv
The Press., 1912-12-18

D SETON wanted by middle aged N woman. Able to care for invalid or small children or family sewing. Address P. O. Box 332 Borough. @1W
The Press., 1912-12-18

State of Connecticut, County Of Holland, ss I, F. c. Sanford, Cashier of the above-named bank do solemnly swear that the above State- ment is true to the best of my knowledge and belief F. c. SANFORD, Cashier. Subscribed and sworn to before me this 9th day of December, 1919.
 CHAS F. CHANDLER, Notary Public. Correct-Attest:
 CHRISTOPHER ALLEN,I
 GEO. L. DENNIS. Directors.
 FREEMAN PATTERN,
The Press., 1912-12-18

Feel languid, weak, run down ? Head ache? Stoma h ''off ?''- A good remedy Is Burdock Blood Bitters. Ask your druggist. Price $1 OO.-Adv.
The Press., 1912-12-18

Have you a telephone in your home? If not, why not?
The Press., 1912-12-18

r OST-2 pair Pliers between Grown St. kI and Fair Ground. R. GAS x E. co. s
The Press., 1912-12-18

NLUFF+ RUGS made to order from Et y0ur old carpet. Write for particulars.
 0. SCHULZE, 5 Chamberlain street, Rockville, Conn; WW~a
The Press., 1912-12-18

TENEMENT TO RENT near Orcutt
 vile. Six TO pms w. R. TREBLE. 38t
The Press., 1912-12-18

EOUND-A lOcket, with, the initials P.
 q. engraved. Inquire of George Slater, Jr baggage room, q. V. Station s. . ...,.f E..
The Press., 1912-12-18

HAVING installed a full equipment \ 1 for Custom Grinding solicit your patron age. Grinding days Monday and Friday.
 3WS7 H. M. HANSON, West Wilmington.
The Press., 1912-12-18

NOTICE.-As my wife. Lot'ie, has(left lN my bed and board wit bout just cause. this is to forbid all persons harboring or trusting her on my account, as shall not pay any bills ol her ont racting after this date.
 JOHN BESSETF. Stafford Conn.. Dec. 11. 1912 .3W
The Press., 1912-12-18

FOR SALF-Magnlficen toned upright
 dress FRANK EUG ENE Stafford Springs.
The Press., 1912-12-18

MEN and Women wanted to travel. WI Expenses advanced. See Mr. Smart at the stafford House. 8 to 9 a m on Thursday.
The Press., 1912-12-18

TOR SALE-Horse. Concord Buggy,
 1T Farm Wagon and Business Wagon.
 EMMA l. DIMOCK. Crystal Lake. "4t36
The Press., 1912-12-18

NKICHAEL ROBERTS, Auctioneer. WI At your service. Residence, West staf- ford.
The Press., 1912-12-18

EOR SAI4E-2 White Iron Beds, 1 I Spring Dining Room Table, 6 Chairs and
 other household articles, 32tf
 | F. 0. BOX 565, Stafford Springs.
The Press., 1912-12-18

INFANT ED Your Fire Insurance w business ". E. HANLEY.
The Press., 1912-12-18

DEpORT OF THE CONDITION o1 h The First National Bank of Stafford Spring. at Stafford Springs, in the state of Conn.,, at the close of business, November 26, 1919 a ,-
The Press., 1912-12-18

EOR SALE-A Parlor Coal Stove.
 IN --r.. GEO. SISWICK.
The Press., 1912-12-18

TVVO T-Tenement of rooms Water in the house. large garden.
 36tf M. ROBERTS, West Stafford.
The Press., 1912-12-18

TOR SALE. The Harwood Summer T Cottage at Crystal Lake. rooms, fur nIshed. Located on south shore. For particu- lars write F. A. RANDALL, 6 Henry Building, Rnck viIIp5- Conn.
The Press., 1912-12-18

THE greatest bargain ever offered in \ stafford. Two houses, barn, three acres of land Two minutes. walk from Garland ml!l,
 staffordyille This property will be sold at big
 sacrifice. as owner wishes to go to Europe at For full particulars see J. s. SMILEDGE. Stafford cnr,1sca N. 1ser S2H
The Press., 1912-12-18

NOR SALE - Ford Roadster, finely kN e0utpped first-class condition, thoroughly repaired throughout Will be sold at bargain.
 G. D. IDE Stafford.
The Press., 1912-12-18

NOR SALE-Portable steam saw mill, with full equipment. Price low.
 q. w. AMlDON, Stafford Springs
The Press., 1912-12-18

EOR SALE-Two heavy team horses
 and manure spreadeT
The Press., 1912-12-18

A NYONE having Furniture to sell can "A dispose of the same by calling on JOHN SENA
The Press., 1912-12-18

OOD HORSE for sale cheap. M P.J. HANLEY, Orcuttvtlle
The Press., 1912-12-18

TyO RENT-Tenements at FOrestville.
 Low rents. large gardens. T. F. MULLEN.
The Washington times., 1912-06-06
INVESTIGATION IN
MOONSH|NE. CASE
ORDERED BY TAFT
Members of Congress Make
Plea for Resident of
Pike County.

President Taft today directed Attorney
General Wickersham to investigate the
case of L. H. Salyers, of Pike county,
Kentucky. RECENTLY sentenced to Ave
years in the penitentiary for contempt
of court for preventing witnesses from
obeying a summons to testify in a
moonshine case at Bigstone Gap. Va.
The Presidents action was prompted
by representatives made to him by
Senator Bradley and Congressman
Langley and Powers. of Kentucky:
Congressman Austin OF Tennessee and
called at the White House today.
Salyers, who Is wealthy and a re-
spected citizen of Pike county, was
sentenced by II. Clay Mcdowell. United
States Judge for the western district OF
Virginia. The protest Of the Congress
men and the Presidents action In or
dering an investigation. II Is said, do
not reflect upon the Judge.
The story of the case as told to the
President Is to the effect that the wit
nesses in the moonshine case who did
not appear in court after being sum-
moned. later said Salyers told them not
clared to be untrustworthy persons and
ness.
Salvers, when he learned he had been
indicted. Immediately made the trip
from Pike county to Bigstone Gap and
appeared before Judge Mcdowell. He
had no attorney and no witnesses and
was sentenced to five years. He Is now
out on $4,000 bail.
The Washington times., 1912-06-06
Democrats Organizing
For Coming Campaign

FactioEa al differences were forgotten at
the meeting of the Jackson Democratic
Association held IN old Masonic Temple
last evening for the purpose Of organiz-
ing for the coming national campaign.
ton from the District to the Baltimore
convention.
William Branch Mcintyre was elected
president: Jesse L. Whitaker, first vice
president: J. Fred Kelly. second vice
president: Frank J. McQuade, third
vice president; John G. Campbell. fourth
vice president; Frederick b. Keefer,
secretary; Edward s. White, financial
secretary, and Thomas Holden, treas
urer.
Another meeting OF the club will be
held next Wednesday night.
The Washington times., 1912-06-06
MACVEAGH'S POLICY
OF RETRENCHMENT
D|SPLEASE:D TAYLOR
Treasury Architect and AS
sistant Quit After Long
Service.

The resignation of James Knox Tay-
lor, supervising architect of the Treas
ury, and ]. Harvie Mcdowell. his pri-
vate secretary, were handed to Secre-
tary of the Treasury MacVeagh last
evening.
Friction between Mr.. Taylor, who
has been connected with the Treasury
Department for seventeen years, and
the Secretary of the Treasury is said
to have existed for more than a year.
When eighty assistants in the SUPER
vising architects office were dropped,
on recommendation Of three Treasury
Department experts. the first breach
between the two men came. More
salary cuts have been planned to take
place July 1, to which Mr.. Taylor OBJ
jected.
Mr.. Taylor and Mr.. Mcdowell, who
are friends of long standing. will enter
business together They have received
several offers from firms in the West
and in New York.