Connecticut western news., 1912-04-11
SHARON

MT. Oleaveland J. Rice, of New Haven, were here to attend the funeral services of Charles Skinner, brother of the for mer which were held at the Congrega- tional church Monday afternoon.
 The work of the Sharon chorus upon the oratorio "The Holy City" by Gaul, has reached the finishing stages and is arousing much interest at the present time. MT. Forbes Carter, director, has secured the services of four soloists and an orchestra to support the chorus of this union of voices has been task to which the best efforts of the music lov- ing people have been given and has suc- ceeded in creating an interest to 8 su- perior grade of music It is expected that the public will show it's appreciation by hearty indorsement and come out in large numbers to the concert which is to be given at the close of the season or about the first of May.
 Lena Scott has secured the Library privilege for the month of April
 The residents of Sharon are requested to apply to the district fire wardens for permits to burn h the open air. B. F. Wlke, White Hollow F. B. Hamlin, Mudgetown W. A. Hamlin, Hall dis trict Charles Fairchild, Mitchell dis trict; John Juckett, West Woods. Other districts will be furnished permits by Louis Miller, town fire warden.
 The Methodist Society are happy in the return by conference of the Rev. W. A. Mackey to this charge. MT. Mackey also expressed his pleasure in remaining in his Sharon home,
 The Easter offering at the Methodist church Sunday morning to the Mortuary Chapel fund amounted to about $25,
 Miss Dorothy Hotchkiss, of New York and Millerton, is visiting her aunt, Mrs. O. H. Eggleston.
 The cumbersome old fashioned pulpit at the Methodist church has been re- placed by a fine oak carved Lectern, manufactured by J. and R. Lamb. of New York.
 On account of the severe storm the Easter evening service consisting of song and stereopticon illustrations will be repeated on the evening of April IA. Those who were present Sunday night speak in the highest terms of the service which was illustrated by about 30 repro ductions of rare and famous paintings.
 Mrs. J. s. Ohaffee entertained the Woman's Club Monday afternoon, April 1. Subject 18th Century Music.
 The April issue of the Trend Magazine contains as it's opening article "The Birthplace of Great Americans" by Wm. D. Bosler and is full of local interest.
 An inquest was held on the body of George Wilcox who was found dead in the village of Amenia Union Tuesday night by County Coroner Hurlbert, of Winsted. at the undertaking rooms of Ryan & Tiedeman. Circumstances were such that there was suspicion of foul play but at present writing no arrests have been made. The funeral was held Friday. .,. =.
 Miss Maud Landon, of Norfolk, spent her Easter vacation with her parents here.
 The Mortuary Chapel fund has now reached the sum of $1156, $26 having recently been given by Mrs. George Camerson, of Germantown.
 Dr. and Mrs. Chaffee spent part of last week in New York.
 MT. and Mrs. A. R. Woodward, of Winsted, accompanied the remains of Charles A. Skinner which was brought here for burial on Monday.
 Miss Beatrice Klebes visited friends in Millerton few days recently.
 Miss Daisy Landon spent the recent holidays in New York.
 At caucus held by the republican electors of Sharon last Monday resolu- tions of regret at the death of Simeon B. Jewett were expressed together with many testimonials as to his loyal support of his party in public affairs. His warth as a representative citizeA was recognized and many glowing tributes paid to his memory.
 Miss Amy Varnum, guest at the Bartram, returned last week from months visit to the national capitol.
 Miss Jessie Gay, who has been with her sister Mrs. E. S. Holland the past winter, is guest at the Taghkanic Inn at present.
 Captain and Mrs. William Burnham, of Port Chester. N. Y, spent part of the week past here, guests at the Inn. They came 70 inspect their house which has recently been remodeled and improv ed.
 Mrs. George Bierce, of New York, is spending few weeks in Sharon seeking rest and improved health. She IS 8 ,~1oo& oR MiSs Froncoc Whita ot tho