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The Democratic banner. (Mt. Vernon, Ohio) 1898-192?, 1912-03-29
Hope To Have Control Of
Senate Next Year
AS Margin Of Only Five Votes
Now Exists

Washington, ID. G.. March 28-The
Democratic gains OF last fail, coupled
with the factionai troubles within the
Republican ranks, has given rise to a
feeling Of expectations among the
Democratic leaders that they will not
only Increase their majority in the
House but Will gain control of the Sen.
ate, as result of the elections to be
held next November.
A margin of only five votes now ex.
lists between the two parties in the
Senate. The appearance of four new
senators, two from New Mexico and
two from Arizona, does not help either
party, for New Mexico is sending I'M
TWO Republicans and Arizona two
Democrats With the arrival of these
iour senators the upper branch will
stand as follows; Republicans 81.
Democrats A, Vacancies /. The VA.
cancy is In the State of Colorado.
where Senator Charles j. Hughes died
thus costing the Democracy one of its
aDlest members, and the legislature.
although Democratic, could not get to.
gether on a man before its adjourn
ment.
On March >. next, thirty senators
VIII retire to private life II they have |
not meanwhile been reelected by the |
legislatures OF their several states
The outgoing list numbers seventeen
Republicans and thirteen Democrats
among them are some OF the most I'm.
huential members OF tne upper house.
on the Democratic side as well as on
the Republican side.
The seventeen Republicans are.
Messrs. Cullom of Illonlos. Nelson Of
Minnesota" Richardson of Delaware,
Wetlnore OF Rhode Island, Warren of
wyoming, Smith OF Michigan. Kenyon
'oi Iowa, Guggenheim of Colorado
uambie of South Dakota. Dixon of
montana Curtis OF Kansas, Crane of
massachusetts. Burnham of New
hampshire, Brown of Nebraska
Briggs OF New Jersey, Bourne of Ore.
son and Borah of Idaho.
The Democratic senator's whose
terms viii expire next March are:
Davis of Arkansas, Bacon of Georgia.
Faynter OF Kentucky, Foster OF Louis.
iana' Gardner Of Maine. Percy of Mis-.
siesippi, Slmmons of North Carolina,
owens OF Oklahoma. Tillman of South
carolina Taylor of Tennessee, Bailey
~ rexas, Martin of Virginia and Wat.
son of West Virginia.
or the thirteen Democrats, several
arc already assured OF reelection an1
OF the remainder the majority are Ger. /
tain to be succeeded by Democrats. ,
The Democratic banner. (Mt. Vernon, Ohio) 1898-192?, 1912-03-29
ON TRIAL FOR MURDER

Jasper, Ind, March 27-The case of
Ebbert Mendeth, charged with the
murder of Noah Russell last fall, was
called in court for trial today. The
case was brought here on change
of venue from Spencer county.
The Democratic banner. (Mt. Vernon, Ohio) 1898-192?, 1912-03-29
$22.50 ADMINISTER RUG-s1s75
'aa L., :. :. ANNOUNCEMENT

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advertised are now here. If you have been unable
to find carpet to suit let us show you these sam
pies which represent all the well known and relia-
BILE makes with range of prices up to $500 per
yard. You have selection as wide and varied as
you would find in big New York store And in
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The Democratic banner. (Mt. Vernon, Ohio) 1898-192?, 1912-03-29

Truth Has to be Mighty to Beat
Down all of the Little Lies!
The Democratic banner. (Mt. Vernon, Ohio) 1898-192?, 1912-03-29

The Difference between Pose and
Poise is that the Latter doesn't Strut!
The Democratic banner. (Mt. Vernon, Ohio) 1898-192?, 1912-03-29

A Cry Baby with Rolling Hoop is
Bad Enough, but he's Horrible when
he's Got Mustache!
The Democratic banner. (Mt. Vernon, Ohio) 1898-192?, 1912-03-29
actions and the purity of her life
London Globe. Z
MUSINGS OF AN OLD SPORT
(New York Evening WorId)

It's no Crime to be Poor, but it isn't
Exactly Virtue, either!
Idaho County free press. [volume] (Grangeville, Idaho Territory) 1886-current, 1912-11-21

Barkwell is a tall, robust young Eel
low. apparently the embodiment OF
good health. He spoke with apparent
excitement last night when questioned
and seems new to crime. The boy, no
cum. seemed more reserved and less
concerned over the situation. he came
west to Spokane, he said, with his mo-
ther and two brothers from Montevldeo,
Minnesota, five months ago and mas
since been resident of Spokane
Idaho County free press. [volume] (Grangeville, Idaho Territory) 1886-current, 1912-11-21

Set your lips at one end OF Tom
Richardson, light the other, and De
contented with the world for half an
hour or so. 4-tA
Idaho County free press. [volume] (Grangeville, Idaho Territory) 1886-current, 1912-11-21

"Spend a few minutes in Havana
the aroma Of Tom Richardson VIII
answer the purpose. 41tr
Putnam patriot., 1912-03-01
4 Model Modern Store

A practical demonstration of what modern equipment can accomplish in the way of space economy Is afforded by the newly-arranged interior of The Church Clothing Company's store. The stock carrying capacity of this store has been nearly doubled by the installation of double-deck revolving cabinets and an entirely new wall fix ture for furnishings, built up to the ceiling, that contains 100 square fect of shelf room. The three-section dust proof cabinet of solid quartered oak that extends across the side opposite the entrance will hold 500 complete suits when crowded to full capacity. Much additional floor space has been gained by the removal of tables and counters-a feature that patrons will appreciate.
 It may be interesting to note that The Church Clothing Company was established in Putnam 27 years ago this month by the late J. w. Church and the present improvements are in line with the long established policy of the concern to give the best service to clothes buyers at all times. The stock of suits, overcoats, hats and fur nishings will be largely increased the coming season.
Putnam patriot., 1912-03-01
Tribute to c. Q. Bates

At the annual meeting of the Put nam Cemetery Association committee was appointed to prepare a suitable resolution in memory of it's late presi- dent, to be published in the local pa- pers, spread upon it's records, and a copy sent to the family.
 The following is the tribute of the committee:
 We desire to place on record our ap- preciation of the long and faithful ser vices of our late president Gustavus D. Bates, who has given us, in the six and one-half years in which he has held this position, his most earnest, untiring and painstaking services. Through his ripe Judgment and per sonal interest in the work of the build ing up and safeguarding of the inter ests of the cemetery it has reached a position, both in financial and ma teriaI sense, such as it has never before attained.
 And we desire to place on record this tribute to his faithfulness and to express our deep regret that his un- timely death has severed this connec- ton.
 LUcIuS H. FULLER,
 F. A. MHEELocK,
 GEO. A. HAMMOND,
 Committee.
Putnam patriot., 1912-03-01
Annual Meeting of w. (. T. U.

The adjourned annual meeting of the w. C. T. U. was held with Mrs. Mary Gardner on Feb. 23d. There was good attendance and the follow ing officers were elected:
 President, Mrs. John o. Fox.
 Vice. presidents, Mrs. NJ. c. Leon- ard, Mrs. Mary Gardner, Mrs. C. C. Brown, Mrs. NJ. A. Edson, Mrs. c. F.. Holbrook, Miss Alice Cunningham.
 Corresponding secretary, Miss Helen $. Scam
 Recording secretary, Miss A. P. Armstrong.
 Treasurer, Mrs. Sarah M. Keith. Superintendent of departments
 Press work, Mrs. C. F. Holbrook.
 EVangelistic, Miss Alice Johnson Mrs. Samuel Hopkins, M rs. M. A. Ed son, Miss Alice Cunningham.
 Sunday school, Mrs. George Pratt, Cunningham.
 Flower mission, Ms. c. C. Brown, Misses Fannie Truesdell and Mary Arnold.
 Scientific temperance instruction, Rev. k. w. Belcher, Rev. Thoma Feltman, Eric Johnson.
 Petitions have been circulated against the restoration of the army canteen with satisfactory results.
 The next meeting, March 29th, will be the freewill offering and Frances Willard memorial service.
Putnam patriot., 1912-03-01
February Wedding
RITA--LA RlCCIA

Frank Rita, who conducts barber shop in the Putnam Inn block, and Miss Christina Le Riccia of Orange, N. J., were united in marriage at The Lady of Mt. Carmel church, Orange, N. l., Tuesday afternoon, Feb. 20, at 4.30 o'clock. The nuptial ceremony was performed by Rev. John J. Ron- getti in the presence of relatives, friends and acquaintances. Lawrence Rita, cousin of the groom, and Miss Mazie Belfato were the attending couple. The flower girls were Chris tina Federico and Esther Wilmot.
 After the ceremony reception and luncheon was held at the home of the brides parents. MT. and Mrs. Rita then started on a wedding journey. They arrived at their home, 11S School street, in this city, Saturday evening and Sunday entertained number of relatives at dinner.
 MT. Rita and his wife were friends in Castle Grande, Italy.
Putnam patriot., 1912-03-01
Suicide Died Thursday Morning.

Frank White, "A, who shot himself in the head Monday night at East Kil- lingly, died at the Day kimball hospi- tai this Thursday morning.
 Louis Fitts, who has a tendency as a revivalist, was delivering an address on temperance to group who had gathered to hear him. White, who is said to have been drinking heavily of late, seemed greatly impressed by the speakers words, so much so, it is thought to have been the cause of his taking his life. While those gathered there listened to the spe aker the sound of a shot rang out from an adjoining bedroom and White was found with blood pouring from wound near the temple. A doctor was called and prob ed for the bullet but was unable to To- cate 1t.
 Whites condition rapidly grew worse and Tuesday morning he was bruoght to the Day Kimball hospital where it was seen that he had no chance for recovery.
 White had been living in and about East Killingly for some time, being em ployed on farms and doing odd jobs.
Putnam patriot., 1912-03-01
Sixth Skin Grating

For the sixth time since he was bad ly burned October % last, Eugene Bonneville underwent skin grating operation Thursday, this time at the Worcester City hospital, where he Is a patient. This time the operation was pin point skin grating, tiny bits of skin being nipped from the person giv ing 1t for the healing Of the sufferer. It is probable that Thursdays opera ton will be the last that Mir. Bonne- vile will be obliged to undergo, as the previous grating operations have been so successful as to cause the greater part of the burned area to heal. Some of the spots on the back and arms have failed to improve, however, but there is now little doubt that they will do so eventually. MT. Bonneville, who is g clerk in local clothing store, has withstood his sufierings with great for titude and his many friends are pleas ed at the prospect of his ultimate re- covery. In his restoration to health the cuticle of several persons will have played a part and when he comes home again his back and arms will be clothed with the skin of several differ ent people. His case is one of the most interesting Of it's kind that bas come to the attention of the medical profession in this section Of New England for sew eral years.
Putnam patriot., 1912-03-01
County Pomona Meeting

Nearly POO grangers, representative of all the subordinate granges in Windham county, came to Putnam Saturday to attend one of the most in- teresting meetings that has been held in long time.
 The special feature was the installa- tion of officers for the ensuing year, a list of which follows, but there were other things provided in the lecturers programme of very special interest. The session was opened at l0.i5 a. m., with State Lecturer Frank E. Blake man of Stratford as installing otfi eer. The list of officers follows:
 Master, Austin E. Pearl, Little River grange.
 overseer, George c. Phillips, Senexet grange.
 Lecturer, Charles A. Wheeler, Mans. field grange.
 Steward, Edwin l.. Wood, Putnam grange.
 Assistant steward, Franklin Il. Ben S Treasurer, Vine k. Franklin, Brook lyn grange. Secretary, Frank Lummis, Nat chaug grange. Gatekeeper, $. l.. Carpenter, Canter. bury grange. Pomona, Florence D. Hunt, Nat chaug grange.
 Ceres, Susie A. Williams, Brooklyn grange.
 Flora, Mary E. Gallup, Ekonk grange.
 l.. A. s., Mary J. Ross, Quinnatiset grange.
 Member of executive committee, Preston B. Sibley, Killingly grange.
 Following the installation a dinner was served at 12.50 by the members of Putnam grange, this in A. 0. II. hall, Pomfret street, the meeting of the grange being in Odd Fellows hall in the same building. The afternoon session was given over to the enjoyment of the programme ar ranged by the lecturer. The special features of this were an address on The City of Paris, by Mrs. Mary Rogers of the Congregational parsonage at Storrs, and an address on Bacteria in their Bearing upon the Work of the Farmer and the Housewife, this being given by Prof. William K. Esten of the Connecticut Agricultural college. Professor Esten's address was followed with exceptional interest, especially the parts treating on the conservation of the richness of the soil through the accumulation of nitrogen by means of legumenous crops, such as peas, soy beans and alfalfa. Following the lecturers programme talks were given by Leonard H. Hea- ley, Woodstock, overseer of the Nation al grange aid past master of the Con- necticut State grange; Howard Sykes, East Windh am, deputy of the Con- necticut State grange; C. H. Pultz, master of the New London Pomona grange; Frank E. Bakeman, Strat- ford, lecturer of state grange; Sheriff P. B. SIbey, Danielson.
Putnam patriot., 1912-03-01
A Trip to Washington.

c. A. Hammond left Putnam s am. borading the Colonial express il:4O for Washington as delegate to the Navy League of the Unitid States where Mir. Charles E. Leonard of the "0ld Guard. from Willimantic joined him for the trip. February 2S found them guests Of Congressman Higgins during the hours the house was in session taking them to the house gallery, remaining to point out men of prominence and explaining matters transpiring on the floor. 1t was an interesting day for the visitors who were convinced after i meeting men of national importance and hearing them speak in very com- plimentary terms of Mir. Higgins as \ man of influence and usefulness in leg islation, especially that his previous good work and standing gave him the place on the judiciary committee as a natural sequence, and the history of that happening made them proud of their own congressman remembering
 
 ficial to our district up to the present time and thelexperience he has had made the feeling stronger that it would result in great benefit to his district to continue him in office another term.
 Senator Brandegee gave us his time after all business was over taking his guests around and pointing out points of interest in his covered car during d aylight. The "Old Guard' was very much impressed with his thoughtful ness and kindness. They could realize from what was seen and heard that Senator Brandegee filled no small part in legislative matters, in fnct John Lawrence, Washington correspondent of the Boston Record, said that the Senator had forced himself to the front by shere merit and now ranks at the top. Brandegee must be counted as a representative man, in all the term i'm plies, in all future legislation. e. A. II
Putnam patriot., 1912-03-01
Teachers, Institute

A Teachers Institute will be held in the Putnam High school building on Saturday, March 9th.
 This meeting Is for the benefit of all the teachers who wish to attend and is conducted by the State Board of Edu- cation. All people interested in edu- cation are requested to be present. Members of school boards and of town school committees are urged to meet with the teachers.
 There will be hve speakers. The subjects will be penmanship, language. geography, upper grade reading, and history as taught by the use of out lines and reference books.
 Come to Putnam and see the new High school building.
Putnam patriot., 1912-03-01
Engagement Announced

On last Thursday afternoon Miss Grace Estelle Jackson, eldest daughter of Dr. and Mrs. F. c. Jackson, Nor wich, gave . luncheon in honor of her birthday anniversary. Covers were laid for ten. The dining room was prettily decorated, the color scheme be- ing red and white. As surprise, at the close of the luncheon, concealed hearts announced her engagement to Harold Taylor Sargent, son of Rev. and Mrs. F. D. Sargent of Putnam. The out-of-town guests were Miss Sar- gent of Putnam, Misses Fannie Chip man and Cora Edell of Hartford.
 MT. Sargent is well known here where he attended the public and High schools. He went to Norwich several years ago to enter the employ of the Southern New England Tele- phone Company.
Putnam patriot., 1912-03-01
bsfh School Notes

The subject of Professor Randolph's s lecture on Friday evening will be Pompeii: A buried city and what was found there. It will be illustrated by stereopticon views. When this lecture was given at Quinsigamond, Mass, as a free lecture under the direction of the school committee, the hall was crowd ed and POO were turned away who were unable to secure admission. The girls gymnasium class will hold an entertainment for their parents and invited friends on Wednesday evening next.
 Francina Myers entered school last week. Hiram Williams, who has been sick for month, has retuFed to school.
Putnam patriot., 1912-03-01

III. E. Meinken spent the Sabbath at his home in Brooklyn, N. Y.
 The name of Henry E. Church of Hartford is being mentioned for the nomination for mayor on the Demo- cratic ticket.
 pr. Edward Quinn of Boston spent Sunday with his parents, T. E. Quinn and wife.
 Miss Myra Bennor has returned from visit to her sister and family in Baltimore.
 Mrs. J. R. Stubbert has been enter taining her sister, Miss Josephine Randlett of Boston.
 State Attorney and Mrs. Charles Searls have returned from a six weeks sojourn in Florida.
 Mrs. H. l.. Pease and children of Fremont street spent Sunday in Shrews bury, Mass.
 Arthur Clouthier of this city was married last week in Southbridge to Miss Matilda Downe.
 Miss Emma McCuller, who has been the guest of Mrs. Wallace Sterns, has returned to Boston.
 Frank Leonard of Philadelphia spent Sunday with frs. Moses Leon- ard, South Main street.
 A t,ly fri, l,a Ladies Aid society of the Baptist church Wednesday afternoon.
 We are glad to report that J H. Mann, who has been ill for several weeks, is improving steadily.
 Rev. w. F. Armstrong, D. D., of Rangoon, India, was the guest last week of Rev. J. R. Stubbert. 1t is expected that he will occupy the Bap- tist pulpit some Sunday in March, on return visit to MT Stubbert, who was an old school friend of MT. Arm- strong.
 An ice jam formed during Friday in the Quinebaug river at point about two miles below the city, at the south end of the Wheaton farm. Great blocks of ice that had come down stream on the flood of the previous day piled up in irregular heaps that made a pretty spectacle and reached across the full width of the river and beyond. The water flooded the trolley tracks and passengers had to transfer, going around on the high ground.
Putnam patriot., 1912-03-01
Obituary
MRS. PIERRE PorvIN.


 The funeral of Mrs. Pierre Potvin. Marie Arpin) was held in St. Mary's church last Thursday morning at 8 o'clock. Besides the parents there was 2 large gathering Of friends of the de- ceased from this city, Grafton, and Cocliituate, Mass.
 A solemn reliirem high mass was sung by Rev. J. J. Van den Noort, assisted by Rev. Father Crozet of Dan- ielson, as deacon and Rev Father Dykeman as sub-deacon. Father Van den Noort spoke highly of the life of the deceased as good Christian and mother.
 The 10 o'clock choir sung. The bearers were: Pierre Daige, Louis Daigle, Olivier Labossiefe, Napoleon Benoit, 0nisieme RoDillard and Pierre Daigle.
 The decease was 90 years of age and lived in Morse Village 45 years, and n the same tenement. She was born in St. Ours, r. O., Canada. Her husbands Mir. Pierre Potvin, died 54 years ago in Putnam. Children living are We torine, Marie, George, EIzear, Malyinns Putnam; Emsrenee. wtfe q Houore Caisse, Caroline. wile q F. Fequtn> Worcester.
Putnam patriot., 1912-03-01
St. Philips Episcopal Church

Grove street, the Rev. Frederic w. Bailey, Minister in charge.
 Sunday, Mch. s. 2d Sunday in Lent.
 Services Il. m. Holy Comm union. 19.30 a. m. Holy Communion and ser- mon. F m. Sunday school. 3 p. m. Sacrament of Holy Baptism. p. Ill. Evening prayer and address.
 Seats free and all welcome.
 On this Friday evening at 7.30 the Rev. MT. George of Danielson will preach.
 The large congregation last Sunday hows that our people are not to neg lect their Lenten duty and we have reason to expect every communicant at service next Sunday.
 And the singing. We are proud enough to think that St. Philips has the largest and best choir in the city of Putnam, being the whole congrega- tion, That is worship. What can you say, brother minister.
Putnam patriot., 1912-03-01
Congregational Church Notes

The monthly teacher meeting con- ducted MT. l.. fl. Johnson will be held at the home of Mrs. c. M. Elliott, l63 South Main street, on Monday evening at q. .45 o'clock.
 Miss Lillian Reeves is propounded for admission to the church at the Sac ramentsl service next Sunday.
 Our hearty sympathy is extended to MT. l.. o. Williams in his illness. We earnestly hope that he will not be d. tained very long from the place In tho worship of our Church, which hs has so ably and so faithfully filled for more than score of yeers.
 The Pastor has received box of tea from Dr. Kinnear and the people ars invited to "take . cup" after the ser- vice Thursday evening.
Putnam patriot., 1912-03-01
Annual Meeting Arcanum Club


 The Arcanum club held their an- nual meeting and election of officers last Friday evening with the following result:
 President, George w, Baker.
 Vice. president, N. NJ. Parker.
 Secretary and treasurer, l.. P. Mer- rinm.
 Collector, Telesphore Miller.
 Executive committee, Ralph Bug bee, Noel Dupre, Harry Nado, Henry Benoit and Clayton Seward.
 A committee was appointed to look into the advisability of giving an en- tertainment at the Bradley theatre in the near future.
 It was voted to suspend the $5 en- trance fee until the first of April. This was done with the hopes that 1t would be an inducement to young men to join the club.
 The Arcanum club has the best loca- ton in the city and is cosy and com fortable. There Is billiard table and pool table the use of which is free to members, also card rooms, reading room and toilet room. Already a large number of new applications for mem- bership have come in and it is evident that the club will take on new life. Various entertainments have been planned by the executive committee, the nature of which will shortly be an. nounced. The annual dues are but % cents per week, and with the entrance fee done away with until April it is expected that great many new mem- bers will come in during that period. Any member will receive apple alions.
Putnam patriot., 1912-03-01
Baptist Notes

The Bible school attendance on Sun. day was 1922.
 Norman l.. Kennedy was the B. Y. P. U. leader Sunday evening. A male. quartet, com imposed of Messrs. Chand- Ter, Owen, Phillips and ,Thurber, sang two selections.
 The evening service, led by the pastor was one of the best. Mir. 'StubbeFt's talk being on children, improving on the lives of their fathers and mothers. if possible, instead of not reaching the standard of parents' Christianity. Miss Ellen k. King, sang "His Eye Is On ,The Sparrow and the Mems class rendered two excellent hymns.
 The thought of the Sunday morning service was that the man or woman ''great in the scriptures was .greater than he who taketh city,