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Middlebury register. (Middlebury, Vt.) 1886-1937, 1912-02-16
G. A. r. CAMP FIRE.
Veterans and Their Friends Cele-
brate Lincoln Oay,

A very pleasant occasion was the
camp fire given Monday evening in
commemoration of Lincon's birthday
at the home of Mr.. and Mrs. R. S.
Benedict on Court street by William P.
Russell post, No. 80, G. A. r., and
William P. Russell circle, No. 5, Ladies
of the G. A. r. There was a large
attendance of comrades and associate
members of the post, ladies of the
circle, wives of the associate members
and local clergymen. An abundant and
palatable repast was provided by the
ladies of the circle and 81 plates were
served. The following literary and mu-
sical program was carried out:
Address of welcome, r. S. Benedict.
Response by Past Commander Charles
E. Youtt
Prayer by Rev. R. B. Esten, pastor of
the Memorial Baptist church.
Song, THE Battle Cry of Freedom, !"
Miss Florence Eddy, Miss Ruth Bene-
dict, Mrs J. E. Bold, R. S. Benedict,
and Prof. A. w. Eddy.
Reading of short sketches of the life of
Lincoln by Miss Eddy and Mrs. Ed
ward Crannally.
Song, Rev. John Evans Bold, accom-
panied by Mrs. Bold at the piano.
Recitation, Clyde w. Hurlburt and Miss
Martha Carey.
Instrumental music, Mrs. Bold.
Piano duet, Miss Ruth Benedict and
Raymond Benedict.
"reminiscences of the civil war by COM
rades of the post.
Interesting recital by Lieutenant B. B.
Taylor of the U. S. Navy.
Remarks by associate members of the
post and by Rev. John Evans Bold.
rector of st. Stephens Episcopal
church, and the reading of a sketch in
the life of Lincoln, in whose honor the
camp fire was given, brought the liter
airy and musical program to a close.
Following the program badges were
placed upon the associated members by
Miss Martha Carey and benediction was
pronounced by Rev. Mr.. Bold.
The ladies are deserving of much
praise for their untiring efforts and es-
pecially Mr.. and Mrs. r. S. Benedict
for their hospitality in entertaining all
present. A hearty vote of thanks was
extended to the hosts for their enthus-
asm in the matter and their kindness in
opening their pleasant home for the
occasion. 1t is hoped that this will not
be the last one of these pleasant gather
ings as the G. A. r. appreciate very
much all that is done for them in their
declining years.
Middlebury register. (Middlebury, Vt.) 1886-1937, 1912-02-16
Frank L. Fish Appointed d.

Rutland, Feb. Ex-Governor Mead to-
day appointed Frank L. Fish, of Yer
gennes, to succeed Judge Hall on the
bench of the Supreme Court of the State
of Vermont. Judge Fish has many
friends who extend their congratulations
to him upon his appointment to the
bench.
Middlebury register. (Middlebury, Vt.) 1886-1937, 1912-02-16
This Advertisement is
Quite Out of The Ordi-
nary, and should be OF
Interest to all Men -.

Together with our Ready to-Wear Line of
Mems and Boys Suits and Overcoats that we
are now offering at manufacturers prices and
in many cases less. We have received instruc
tions from our Tailoring house to Cut the
Prices on many samples of Tailor Made Suits
This we have DONE and most Generously Too
Middlebury register. (Middlebury, Vt.) 1886-1937, 1912-02-16

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The Washington times., 1912-07-30
DAMPNESSNODAMPER
ON ELKS' REUNION

II 1t had rained at Luna Park last
night as hard as the skies seemed to
promise at s O'Clock. the opening of the
Elks' carnival would have been a damp
and discouragtng occasion. But 1t
didn't. While Washington was being
drenched, the Elks and their friends
were having the times of their lives rid
ing on circle swings, coasting down the
chutes, tipping over the roller coaster,
and dancing through the cool breezes
of the great open pavilion.
A feature of the dancing that proved
immensely popular, particularly with
the Elklettes In attendance, was the in
PRODUCTION at frequent intervals of the
shadow and flicker dances. During these
numbers the pavilion was darkened save
for rapidly changing colored lights pro-
jected over the dancers from the bal
cony. The effect was softer than moon
light and extremely picturesque
Tonight's gayeties will be in honor of
the Eagles and Red Men, and Wednes-
day night the guests of honor will be
the Masons of Washington and Alex
andria. The carnival will continue-every
evening throughout the week, and ii Is
expected that the nightly crowds will
surpass all previous records established
by the Elks.
The Washington times., 1912-07-30
COMES TO MAKE GOOD
CHECKS SON GAVE
Father of Russell H. Mechlin Will
Straighten Out
Tangle.

H. H. Mechlin. a wealthy lumber
dealer of winchester, Ohio, wired the
Washington police this morning that he
was on his way here to make good any
checks which might have been given
by his son, Russell H. Mechlin, twenty
years old, who was taken In custody
yesterday on a charge OF obtaining SS5
In connection with a check transaction
at the Raleigh Hotel, where he was stop
ping.
Don't let him know I am coming, -
the dispatch from the elder Mechiin
read. "Try and find out what he did
Complying with the fathers request
the police did not advise the boy OF
the receipt of the message. He was ar
raigned In Police Court, but the case
continued pending the arrival OF his
father. =
Young Mechlin has been travelling
around the country since July 10, living
at the best hotels and spending money
freely. He was considerably surprised
yesterday afternoon when placed under
arrest. He was confident when taken
to court this morning that his father
would straighten out matters for him,
although he did not know that Mr..
Mechltn was coming to Washington.
The Washington times., 1912-07-30
COL. ANDREWS AS
ADJUTANT GENERAL
IS PRESENT PLAN
Appointment Probably Dis
cussed at Cabinet Meet
ing This Noon.

Col. George Andrews, is slated for ap-
pointment as adJutant general of the
army to succeed Brig. Gen. william p.
Hall, who replaced Gen. Frederick
Ainsworth. retired. Col. Henry p. Nc
Cain has been in charge of the office in
the interim. 1t Is understood that Sec
retary OF War stimson discussed the ap-
pointment with the President at the
Cabinet meeting today.
Colonel Andrews was born In Rhode
Island in August, 1885, and will reach
the age Of retirement in August, 1914.
He was graduated from the Military
Academy in June, 1875, and served as
second lieutenant, first lieutenant and
captain of the Twenty-fifth Infantry
until February, 1898, q period of twenty
two years, when he was transferred to
the adtutant generals department with
grade Of colonel In July, 1902.
During the fourteen years he has been
attached to the adjutant generals de-
department. Colonel Andrews has served
In all parts of the United States and it's
possessions.
For seven years he was stationed at
the War Department. He is now serv-
ing as AdJutant General OF the Eastern
division, stationed at Governors Island
n. X, where he has been for several
Although junior to Col. H. o. 8. Hell
stand. in service in the adjutant gen.
erals department, Colonel Andrews is
officer and was graduated two years be-
fore him at the Military Academy.
Colonel Simpson, the third ranking
colonel in the adjutant generals depart
ment also Is older in years than Colonel
Heistand, and was graduated from the
Military Academy In advance of that
officer and Colonel Andrews.
Owing to Colonel Andrews earlier re-
tirement. his promotion at this time will
not prevent the advancement of both
Colonel Heistand and Colonel Simpson
| in the future.
The Washington times., 1912-07-30
WINNING BALLOON
EXPECTED TOLEAD
IN GERMAN EVENT
Captain Honeywell Predicts
Victory for His Air Craft
Against Foreigners.

Confident that they will win the In
ternational balloon race at Stuttgart,
Germany. October 26, Capt. II. e.
Honeywell. pilot, and Roy Donaldson,
aide, Of the balloon Uncle SAM" which
came down at Manassas, Va, yester-
day after remaining In the air thirty
SIX hours In the elimination contest
which began at Kansas City, Saturday.
left Washington today for the West.
The Uncle Sam" was one of the
eleven balloons leaving Kansas City
Saturday afternoon at o'clock. After
fine trip, they came down near the
historic battlefield of Bull Run.
In explaining why they descended
there, Captain Honeywell said he knew
he was somewhere near the coast and
that, as terrific wind and electric
storm was raging some miles to the
northwest Of them. he figured that they
might be driven into the ocean. They
pulled the rip cord and had hardly
reached the ground and folded the big
gas bag up when the storm came up.
Went Without Sleep.
During the thirty-six hours they were
In the air neither Of the two got any
sleep.
1--WE were out to win, and didn't care
about Sleep" said Captain Honeywell.
However. they had plenty to eat on
the way. The frst night UP they had
half a gallon Of ice cream. which they
carried along with them from Kansas
City.
On two occasions the balloon was lost
in dark clouds and blown about in
storms. 1.-The moon-was out in all its
glory Sunday night" said Captain
Honeywell. II have never seen. and do
not believe anyone else has, such beau
tiful scenes in the heavens. Clouds OF
the most wonderful formations and
shades rolled about us. 1t looked like
Paradise
Predicts Victory.
When informed at the willard late
yesterday afternoon that his balloon
had remained up longer than any of
the others. and had covered more
ground. Captain Honeywell was happy.
II knew we could do 1t, and am
going to win that Gordon Bennett
trophy in Germany. too" he exclaimed.
On the trip they covered something
over 1,2D miles, but, as only the afr
line from start to landing counts, they
get credit for, but $40 miles.
Three American balloons will be en-
tered In the International race. There
will be one by Captain Honeywell, one
by John Watts, also of the Kansas City
Aero Club, and the other by Albert
Haltz, Of the Cincinnati Aero Club.
The Washington times., 1912-07-30
TAFT COMPLIMENTS
CARLISLE INDIAN
Victory, Of Thorpe Shows Right
Living and Thinking,
He Says.

President Taft today sent the follow
ing letter to James Thorpe. the all
round athlete Of Carlisle, Pa
My Dear Sir:
have much pleasure in congratulat-
ing you on account of your noteworthy
victory at the Olympic games at Stock
holm. Your performance Is one Of
which you may well be proud. You
have set a high standard of physical
development, which is only attained by
right living and right thinking, and your
victory will serve as an incentive to all
to improve those qualities which char
acterize the best type of American citi-
zens.
1T is my earnest wish that the future
will bring you success in your chosen
field of endeavor
with heartiest congratulations, am,
Sincerely yours.
WILLIAM H. TAFT"
The Washington times., 1912-07-30
BIEBER GIVES BACK
LAND NEAR RIVER
Property Acquired Under Act Of
March, 1907, Returned to
Government.

Sidney Bieber has returned to the uni
ted States land bordering on the Ana
costa river, between Eighteenth and
Twenty-third street southeast. Mr..
Bieber acquired his rights to the land
under q paragraph In a public buildings
act approved March 2. 1907.
This bill directed the Secretary Of
War to turn over to Mr. Bieber all IN
lying south OF the squares previously
sold to him, specifying that the land
was to be paid for at such q price as
the Secretary Of War should find proper
upon the consideration of all circum-
stances.
The price decided upon was held to be
too high by Mr.. Bieber. and he did not
purchase the property; nevertheless. the
law was felt to give him such interest
in the land as to stand in the way Of
the proposed reclamation of the Ana
costa river flats.
The Washington times., 1912-07-30
HELD TO GRAND JURY
ON ROBBERY. CHARGES
Claude Bowden Pleads Not Guilty
To Accusations by c. A.
Cotterill.

Claude Bowden, the colored house.
breaker arrested several days ago by
Central Office detectives. charged with
having committed a string of burglaries.
was arraigned in the United States
branch of the Police Court today, and,
after pleading not guilty to two of the
charges against him. was held in 5000
bonds for the action of the grand jury.
Charles A. Cotterill. who was Gov
ernor Harmon's publicity manager dur
ing the campaign for the Democratic
Presidential nomination, and William B,
Tennille, of 1905 Sixth street northwest,
were the complaining witnesses.
Cotterill laughingly told of how he
had an army officer at his home as his
guest. and how, on awakening in the
morning, both he und his guest were
minus their clothing, money and valu-
ables.
The Washington times., 1912-07-30
WASHINGTON TIMES BUREAU,

AAfSAAANDke1A. -. ~. cSSt oV'
According to an announcement made
by Police Justice H. B. Cation this morn
ing heavy punishment will be dealt out
to the proprietors of saloons, convicted
Of selling liquor to women. At the same
time he made the statement that two
thirds OF the cases brought before him
were directly traceable to this abuse.
During the hearing Of colored as
sault case last week. Irene Bushrod tes-
titled that she had procured intoxicants
at the place Of Henry Cheshire, on Prin-
cess street. The arrest of the proprietor
followed, and he was arraigned on the
charge today. He denied that at any
time he had sold liquor to any women,
policemen was to the effect that women
frequently congregated there.
The justice stated that he would i'm
pose no fine in this particular case. as
ne felt that Cheshire was but one OF a
dozen other liquor dealers who might
be accused Of the same thing. He said
he felt that the Byrd law, passed some
years ago by the State Legislature was
misunderstood.
Liquor in any form cannot be pur-
chased by woman in any place con-
nected with bar. no matter what her
age" he said I'm fifteen cases brought
before me in the last two weeks. I find
that ten Of them are directly traceable
" thc ooic VI iiquoT " WOIHeu, d con-
dition that must be eliminated, even il
i means the closing of every bar
through the lack of patronage"
After this warning the police have
been directed to make every EFFORT to
stop this abuse. Heavy fines will be
imposed on violators.
Judge J. B. T. Thornton, Of the cir
cult court for Alexandria county, has
refused. to grant a writ of election to
residents Of the county, who seek the
removal of the courthouse from Fort
Myer Heights to Rosslyn. This action
was based on the fact that the petit
TONERS had failed to satisfy him that
| they represent one-third Of the qualified
voters In the district; that they have
failed to show that one-half the petit
tioners are freeholders, and that they
have further failed to show that the
names appearing on the petition were
signed by them or authorized by them.
the list being presented to him being
| a printed one.
For some time there has been an ef-
fort on foot to secure the removal of
The Washington times., 1912-07-30
Congressman Vreeland
~. Says He Will Retire

Congressman Edward H. VreeIand Of
New York, for fourteen years a repre-
sentative to the national legislative
body from that State. has decided to re-
tire from political life and will not be a
candidate for denomination to tho
House, according to reports received
In Washington from the members home
district.
Dispatches say that Mr.. Vreeland
formally announced his retirement yes
terday and attributed II to his III health.
Congressman Vreeland is well known
In this city and Is vice chairman of
the Aldrich Currency Reform Commits
sion. He gained considerable reputation
as an economist through his activity
In currency reform.
The Washington times., 1912-07-30
DARROW RESUMES HIS
TESTIMONY AT TRIAL
Accused Labor Attorney Denies
Charge Of Bribefy-Case Soon
To Reach Jury.

Los ANGELES, Cal, July 3o.-when
Clarence Darrow resumed the stand to-
day in his trial on charge of bribing
Jurors In the McNamara murder cases,
he plunged into the details of his con-
necticn with the labor leaders defense.
After having reiterated his denial of
testimony given earlier in the trial that
he had given Bert Franklin, star wit
ness for the State, 5000 to 'get" Jurors,
he recited the circumstances under
which he was employed to defend John
and James Mcnamara. II is expected
now the case will reach the jury within
week. ..'-'
The Washington times., 1912-07-30
Woman's Testimony
Frees Colored Suspect

James Joiner, held as a suspect IN
connection with the attack on Mrs,
Maude HOFFMAN, at Addison. Va, has
been released. Mrs. Hoffman visited
the Sixth precinct police station last
evening and said Joiner was not her
assailant.
Another colored man, who vas sent
to the workhouse yesterday. on a charge
OF vagrancy, is said to answer the de-
scription OF Mrs. Hoffman's assail-
ant and arrangements will be made to
the next day or two.
The Washington times., 1912-07-30
Two Girls Perish When
Vermont Hotel Burns

FAIRLEE. VT. July S0-Two girls
were burned to death, another person
was fatally burned and two others seri-
ously injured in a fire that destroyed
the Danforth House here today.
The dead are Miss Efie Perkins, of
Flushing. L. l., and Miss Florence Al
bee, Of Springfield, Mass.
Miss Perkins father, father, mother,
and sister wore injured.
The Washington times., 1912-07-30
Connaught to Tour
Through Novia Scotia

PIcToU. N. g., July 3O.-The Duke of
Connaught and his party are due to ar
rive here tomorrow to begin a two
weeks tour of Nova Scotia. II will be
the hrst visit OF his royal highness to
the province since his appointment as
governor general, and everywhere the
most elaborate preparations are being
ment of the royal party. New Glas-
cow sydney, Truro, Louisburg and Hal
lIan are among the places that will be
The Washington times., 1912-07-30
Annual Outing.

The Equitable Life Insurance Com
pany OF Washington. held its annual
excursion at Great Falls, va. yesterday.
The crowd consisted of agents. offca
forces and friends. An athletic program
was given. A basket dinner was served
AZ B o'clock. Dancing was enjoyed in
The Washington times., 1912-07-30
Smallpox Epidemic.

The American consul at Puerto Cortes,
Honduras, today informed the State
Department that there is an outbreak of
smallpox in the interior Of that coun-
trq. No cases have as yet appeared at
Puerto-Cortes.
The Washington times., 1912-07-30
TO STOP SALE OF
LIQUOR TO WOMEN
Alexandria Justice Gives Warning in Court Today, and
Threatens Heavy Punishment for Future
Violators.

the court house, It being conterded
that Its present location Is not easily
ton of the judge will be an end to this
agitation.
Special Agents Mann and Reynolds, of
Wsss
afternoon, on the suspicion of having
shot l.. H. West. q seal clerk, In the
Potomac freight yards. several weeks
sertins that a NJ. name Wss Lee Jones'
but evidence was later found to make
certain his identity. He was turned
over to the Alexandria county officials
for trial. f
Wilson Hayden, colored. who was ar
rested yesterday on the suspicion Of
stealing a buggy from DR., c. E. Out
t was foand. d W was % finsd a' sss in police court
today, the other charge not being sus-
tanned. Herbert Willis, colored. who
bears the title of Midnight" was fined
trude Stewart, also colored. Previous
to the cutting, Wills threatened TO
shoot the woman.
At an early morning fire. the roof Of
house occupied by colored tenants at
the corner Of Henry and Queen streets:
owned by william Smoot. was burned
off. The damage was slight.
Following the sale of the Alexandria
News. Lewis H. Machen has been ap-
pointed associate editor.
Raymond Roland. the twelve-year-old
son Of officer Charles Roland, broke his
right arm at the wrist. as the result OF
a fall from q wagon yesterday after
noon He was removed to his home on
South washington street. where he was
attended by Drs. wilkins and German.
William woodlawn and Samuel Mar
low. colored, were arrested here last
night on complaint Of William Duncan.
local liveryman. on the charge OF mis-
hearing before Justice Edmund Y.
Clark In Alexandria county, today.
The house and lot at go North wash
ington street has been sold by the Alex
andria Construction Company to Con-
rad Jahnson.
A special meeting Of the board of al
dermen has been called for 8 o'clock
this evening.
The Washington times., 1912-07-30

The house and lot at 622 North wash
ington street has been sold by the Alex
andria Construction Company to Con-
rad Jahnson.
The Washington times., 1912-07-30

A special meeting Of the board of al
dermen has been called for o'clock
this evening.
The Washington times., 1912-07-30

At an early morning fire. the roof Of
house occupied by colored tenants at
the corner Of Henry and Queen streets.
owned by William Smoot. was burned
off, The damage was slight.
The Washington times., 1912-07-30

Following the sale of the Alexandria
News. Lewis III. Machen has been ap-
pointed associate editor.
The Washington times., 1912-07-30

Large and attractive golden
oak BUFFET like the cut to the
right. Has French plate glass
mirror, lined drawer for eil-
verware, two other drawers,
two cupboards, wood knob
trimmings, and 10 nicely pol
ished.
The sun. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1833-1916, 1912-05-03
BOOM BENNET FOR GOVERNOR.
Nineteenth District Wants VILLA N,
S.-Heara That Taft Claims 4Di.

A mass meeting to boom former Con-
er ,ssmen William y Bennet for Governor
was held last night at the Nineteenth h
Assembly District Republican Club. 1913
West ii,th street William e. Amos
president of the club. led the meeting.
and Edward Lauterbach spoke in lauda-
tory terms of Bennet record in Congress
and presented resolutions indorsiug his
for Governor on the Republican
ticket and promising the support of the
Nineteenth Assembly district Ex-Sen-
ator Alexander Brough, leader of the dis
trict, seconded the motion.
A telegram from William B. Mckinley
from the Taft campaign headquarters
in Washington to the club was read 1t
said:
Including Nevada and Arkansas.
where conventions or primaries have
declared for the President. Mr. Taft
has t9i votes out OF necessary $40 There
are vet to he elected 3i3 The President
needs 10 of these New Jersey with
~ and Ohio with ~ yet to be elected
Roosevelt peeds 3i3 to give him ma jortty
am confident Of the nomination of
President Taft on the first ballot This
preconvention campaign. where the peo-
pie are being educated to the great prac-
tical progressive achievements Of the
Taft edminist ration, gives the President
a lead Of three months on the Democratic
candidates and the support which is
rallying to the President will insure his
reelection
The sun. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1833-1916, 1912-05-03
BARNES STICKS BY TAFT.
Denies That lie Has SuaGested &
Compromise Candidate.

Chairman william Barnes of the Repub-
lican State committee denied yesterday
that he was wavering in his support Of
President Taft. 4 despatch printed
yesterday intimated that Mr. Barnes
had written to some OF the Southern dele
gates to the Republican national conven-
tion that there was no hope Of electing
President Taft even il he should be renom-
mated and that therefore il was the duty
Of the delegates to shelve both Taft and
Roosevelt and to decide upon "a COM
promise candidate.
After reading the story Mr.. Barnes gave
out this formal statement:
The newspaper correspondent who wired
from Savannah to New York morning
newspaper that have written IA letter
to any delegate to the Chicago conven-
tion indicating the slightest hesitancy re-
garding the wisdom of the denomination
Of President Taft has been absolutely mis-
informed or dlstorts the truth.
have written Il letter TO delegates
throughout the country informing them
that the claim OF the Roosevelt supporters
regarding delegates in New York was un-
true.
Stories Of this nature will be- constantly
circulated by the advocates of Mr.. Roose-
velt's nomination because they tend TO
weaken the opposition. ! have no power
TO prevent their circulation, They are q
pait Of the Roosevelt campaign. I only
hope that no delegates will be- deceived
by them