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Connecticut western news., 1912-12-05
Cincinnatns Wilson Retires.

James Wilson, the secretary of agri- culture, is going back to farming after March f. He will tackle the soil of Iowa, once more after these sixteen long years, and the smiling giebe will goo goo back harvest.
 MT. Wilson holds the cabinet record. He has held the rural portfolio in piesi- dents families since Cleveland's day. In fact, he bridges the chasm between democratic administrations. He entered the office the day following Grover Cleveland's s retirement from the White House, and has held It every since. All kinds of officials have come and gone, but MT. Wilson has set the example to the hired men of staying by the farm. He has arisen at four o'clock cold win ter mornings and mixed the White House COW without protest, and has whistled merrily at the job. Washing. ton will miss the old man sadly.
 Of those who entered the first Mo. Kinley cabinet with MT. Wilson, John Sherman, Russell A. Alger and Cornelius N. Bliss are dead, Joseph McKenna is on the supreme bench. while John D. Long Lyman J. Gage and James A. Gary have dropped from public notice.
 The country will watch this old Gin Cinnatus' retirement to the farm witt sympathetic interest. He couldn't go tc a better place. In Iowa 1t is a place oi peace. It Is one long after noon.-Minn eapOlis Journal.
Connecticut western news., 1912-12-05
COAL INEXHAUSTIBLE.

There's no use worrying about the coal supply becoming exhausted, though the coal barOns put the price at famine prices. According to statistics made public, by the government Geological Survey the United States has exhausted only one-half of per cent. of it's avail able supply. The supply of coal, before mining began, is estimated to have been classified according to the character of the coal-21 ,000, ,00O, GOO short tons of anthracite, 1,661.457 100000 tons of bituminous coal, $50. 157 ,OOO, ,OOO tons of subbituminous coal, and 743 ,590, GOO, ,OOO tons of Ignite, the supply of bituminous coal being something more than that of all other grades combined.
 The total production of coal to the close of 1911 has amounted to 2,270, ,798,- 737 short tons of anthracite and 6,468, 773, ,690 tons of bituminOus coal, or an aggregate of 8,739, ,572, ,427 tons. This total production to the close of 1911 re- presents, including the waste of coal in mining, an exhaustion of the beds equal to 14.181, ,98O,O00 short tons, or some what less than 0.5 per cent. of the orig inal supply. In other words, the quantity of coal still remaining to be mined amounts to 3,O62 ,O22, 100000 short tons, or little more than 99.5 per cent. of the original supply. The annual rate of exhaustion at the present time as re- presented by the production in 1910 and 1911 is O025 per cent. of the supply. The quantity of coal still in the ground at the close of 1910 was 6,OOO times the production of that year, or, estimating a half ton of coal lost for every ton re- covered, the supply is equivalent to 4,0OO times the present annual rate of exhaustion.
Connecticut western news., 1912-12-05
The UnIuekY Quarter.

It seems that a twenty five cent piece is about the most unlucky article person can carry. On the American quarter dollar there are thirteen stars, thirteen letters on the scroll held in the eagles beak, thirteen marginal lines in each wing, thirteen tail feathers, thirteen par allelcd lines on the shield, thirteen hcri- zontal bars, thirteen arrow heads and thirteen letters in the words quarter dollar" Notwithstanding all this ''un. lucky thirteen" combination quarters will continue to be cordially welcome at the Record office. Seymour Record.
Connecticut western news., 1912-12-05
Letters From the People
Blocking the Crossing.

To the Editor of The News:
 The 'uisauce of freight trains on the Berkshire division, switching over the Main street crossing and blocking the road for unr 9asonable periods, is about as bad as it ever was. Some time ago complaint was made to headquarters and engineers or conductors were ordered to respect the rights of the people to p5, the crossing part of the time while the trains were stopping here. l have been held up, with my team, ten minutes at a time. and on one occasion, when 1 sug- gested to the engineer that was en- titled to a right of way, he simply laughed and insolently told me to drive around the end of the train if l didn't want to wait till he got ready to move Isn't there some way to permanently get rid of this nuisance? Victim.
 Canaan, Dec. 4.
Connecticut western news., 1912-12-05
The Wurra Wurra Club.

President H. E. Lyles failed to show up at the last regular meeting as he had a wishbone to pick with his son Jimmy after it had dried sufficiently, and the chair was occupied by Dr. Ross, ho was somewhat fretful as a result of his rheu- matic twinges. He ordered the secretary, Mayor Rowe, to read the minutes in a low tone of voice, and found fault be- cause he couldn't hear the reading. The Opening Ode was dispensed with, as Lew Rhoades, official chorister, refused to sing it.
 Foreman Wigglesworth, of the Hose Company was given leave to present petition. IL set forth in substance, that the Hose Company minstrels would like permission to dramatize a session of the Wurra Wurra Club to be acted at the forthcoming performance, and use the bona fide names of the characters. Lew Rhoades said he wouldn't object to be- ing impersonated in the minstrel showy provided Fred Collin was the imperson- ator. Clarence Humphrey consented to be impersonated by Al. Hubbard, and Henry Ives said he was willing to have Wigglesworth impersonate him, provided he didn't slop over. Wigglesworth ex- pressed his thanks on behalf of the Com Pany and withdrew, happy.
 A motion was offered by Judge Ford that the motion of Ned Roberts, concern ing the formation of Hairy Mans Club be taken from the table and passed. Rufus Whitford offered objection, stat ing that the Bald-Head Club would be sure to sue out an injunction for infringe ment. On a rising vote the motion was lost
 At this point the chair directed the secretary to read the replies received, to the interrogatory that had been sent to various members and citizens, asking why they gave thanks on this years Thanksgiving day. The secretary read, as follows:
 pr. Camp: Because I kept out of poli- tics this year.
 J. Clinton Roraback: Because it was no worse.
 Henry B. Ives; Because I belong to the Husbands, Brothers and Others auxi- liary of the Hawthorne Club.
 L. C. Rhoades: Because I'm bald headed.
 H. E. Lyles: Because the next things in order are the White Way, Christmas, and the Business Mems banquet.
 Clarence NJ. Humphrey: Because there are still q number of sidewalks to be laid.
 Freeman Dempsey: Because Sam Siegel is coming.
 R. T. Farnum: Because I've got the finest store front on the street.
 Ed. Warner: Because Pm alive.
 Rev. E, C, Gillette: Because the broth erhood spirit is growing broader and stronger.
 pr. ]. G. Adam: Because the com munity is so healthy and happy.
 Postmaster H. A. Holt: Because the parcels post will give me something 10 occupy my leisure moments.
 Dr. F. H. Lee: Because it's time to wear my fur coat.
 Donnie O'Neil; Just b, cause.
 Philip Orben: Because Donnie Is happy.
 w. A. Wright butted in at this point, to ask how luch more of that kind of rot the secretary had to read. He was informed that the reading was not half n--. 1. |, journ, and adjournment was voted.
Connecticut western news., 1912-12-05
Where the Laugh Comes In
Though when I packed my trunk there
 Was not thing amiss. When the same trunk I opened,
s!U4 9H!I 9L9M slu9lUo0 eqL

-LlppincotG' "Did the men have an epistolary ar gument?" "No shoOtin' just wrote mean letters. ."-Baltlmore American.
 Never see any more sea serpents d round here?'' No" replied the coas t dweller. "What do you suppose killed lem off ?" II dunno. But I have my suspicion it was local option. Wash lngtOn Star.
 Mrs Klubman-''IfI I'd known that you would leave me alone so much, I'd meyer have married you" Klubman-"Bu But in that case, you would have bee l alone a good deal more. .'-Boston Transcript.
 The famous baritone has been giving his concert and the critic from the cOun- try was asked: "HOw was the timber of his voice?" "Weu," said the critic, "it seems to me to be full of knot holes y -Harper's s Weekly.
 Husband (with bad cold. reading out war news to his wife)-"l see the Bul garlans have taken--a-archer-t- hah." Wife-'Oh, no dear 1 think that must be a mistake-they took that place last week. ."--Punch.
 II don't think she ever had a gown
 
 that she never had. Her ambition is to attire herself in an umbrella cover, and she'll train down 10 1t. too one of these days. ."-Louisville Courier Journal.
 You never made sound when your father spanked you just now" said boy to his chum. "No," was the reply. Father says it hurts him worse than it does me, and if that's so he can do his own hollering !"-Stray Stories.
 Laying down the volume of Words worth, of whom she was an earnest dis ciple, the precocious child turned to her mother with a sigh. |" If Heaven lies about us in our infancy as the poet says" she queries, "what will happen to us when we grow up?"-Life.
 Friend from the city (viewing henneryl -'I suppose they have a pretty good time pecking and scratching during the day, but how the deuce do they spend their evenings ?''-Life.
 When the ordinary man gets into financial difficulties it is because he Is improvident or poor manager When a banker gets into financial difficulties it is because the currency is not suffi- | ciently elastic.-Life.
Connecticut western news., 1912-12-05
No Opening.

A man had been absent from home for some time, and during his absence had raised luxuriant beard and mustache. Shortly after his return he paid n visit to his sister, who had httle daughter of whom he was especially fond.
 The little girl made no effort to em brace him or offer him kiss. but hung back relucatly.
 ."Why, Eleanor" said the mother. "why don't you give Uncle Ed kiss?''
 "Well, mother" returned the child. with the most perfect simplicity, T don't see any place. ."-Harper's Bazar,
Connecticut western news., 1912-12-05
THE LORD IS MY SHEPHERD.
BY EMMA RoDEMEYER WATT

The Lord is my Shepherd, why should fear, Since have His promise that He's always near To guide and uphold me- to direct my way,
 And walk beside me lest my footsteps stray If sometimes dark shadows should obstruct my view, Wherefore should 1 falter when He standeth true And pierces the darkness with gleams of His love Iluming the pathway from the Throne above If trials assai1 me, if clouds dim the sky
 Why need be troubled, with my Shepherd nigh? know in great wisdom He doeth what's best
 So safe ill His keeping Hind sweetest rest. When down to the River of Death must go,
 My Shepherd will temper the breezes that blow; And wait my bark safely to that peaceful shore,
 Where safe in His presence joys evermore.
Connecticut western news., 1912-12-05

Says the Hartford Times: The Spugs have done one good thing up in Canaan. The school authorities have decreed that tine pupils shall give no Christmas pres ents to the teachers"
 For the enlightenment of the unini- tiated it may be explained that Spug, or nore properly, IS. P. U. G." has refer ence> to the new order, the "Society for tue Prevention of Useless Giving" " which is the creation of a New York woman, launched ''in anticipation of tue Christmas hysteria." The originator argues that many people give Christmas presents which. they cannot afford to give, and that the practice ought to be stopped. The Spug movement will at tract lot of followers, and come ill for a lot of sneering criticism.
Connecticut western news., 1912-12-05
NORTH CANAAN HAS

A population 1f 2,171, Census of 1910.) Two railroaus.
 National and Savings Banks. Trolley railroad extending through the Berkshires to Pittsfield and beyond. Up-to-date High School and first-class school system.
 Five churches.
 First-class hotel.
 Fire department. including chemical en- zine.
 Ten miles of State Roads. Electric light and power plant, Complete Sewer System. Never-failing water supply and the best water in the state.
 Wide-awake Business Mems Association. Extensive lime and iron industries. Fraternal and benefit societies. Brass band.
 Up-to-date department stores. Pure air and wholesome climate.
Connecticut western news., 1912-12-05

Congressman E. J. Hill, who retires March 4, ominously assures Congress- man Tom" Reilly that the average official life of democratic Congressman is only two years. Inasmuch as "Tom' Is on the last lap of his first two years and has clear lease for two years more, he refuses to be disturbed by the ominous warning.
Connecticut western news., 1912-12-05
THE NEWS AGENTS

Extra copies of The News are on sale at the officeof publication and at
 Dempsey's Drug Store, Canaan, EgglestOn's Drug Store, Sharon, Post Office, East Canaan. D. H. Oakes Store. Lakevlla, Post Office, Falls Village, George T. JohnsOn's Store, Norfolk, F. H. Smith & Cos Store Ashley Falls. W. D. French, Sheffield, Mass. A. l.. Dickinson, Salisbury. J. W. Morgan, Great Harrington, Mass.
Connecticut western news., 1912-12-05

The college football season is over, and the expert statisticians of the game, in picking the star players. seem to have entirely overlooked the heavy kickers ot the electoral college.
Connecticut western news., 1912-12-05

In selecting J. Henry Roraback as a Connecticut delegate to the national con- vention of the Federal Aid Good Roads Congress, to be held in Washington. March 6 and 7, Governor Baldwin shows that there's no hard feelings" and at the same time insures adequate Con- necticnt representation at the Congress
Connecticut western news., 1912-12-05

Since the Bald Head banquet, hair is at discount and baldness at a premium. The hairy ones are envious, and for tune awaits the inventive chemist who will concoct an effective article of hair destroyer.
Connecticut western news., 1912-12-05
THURSDAY, DECEMBER 5, 1912
WORTH WHILE.

The things that are really worth while are not the goals of a struggle for existence. but those which can be partaken of by every one and not be exhausted John Grier .Hibben.
Connecticut western news., 1912-12-05

q suppose you will insist on re- vision of the tariff ?'' Yes, replied the newly elected member of Congress. "How do you want it revised ?" Il haven't made up my mind The thing of importance is to keep insisting in a loud tone of voice that will keep my con- stituents apprised of the fact that I am busy patriot. Washington Star.
Connecticut western news., 1912-12-05

Election of officers of the Canaan Bus mess Mems Association tonight, in Odd Fellows Hall, and other important busi, ness to be transacted. Every member should be present.
Connecticut western news., 1912-12-05

If the supply of condemned murder CTS and blacklegs holds out, Governor Dix will come pretty being a close second to Abraham Lincoln as a Great Liber- atOr.
Connecticut western news., 1912-12-05

There's coal enough to last thousand years. It isn't scarcity of supply that boosts the price it's manipulati >n. and the fact that the manipulators need the money.
Connecticut western news., 1912-12-05

Now the season of social activity is upon us, isn't the Canaan Assembly go- ing to assemble?
Connecticut western news., 1912-12-05

Been flshing?" Yes " Catch any thing?"
 "No."
 ''Get any bltes?"
 No"
 Have good time ?''
 "Yes. Nobody out there to ask Q lot of fool questions. ."-Detrolt Free Press.
 What happeus when y0u put the dol lar before the man ?'' bawled the candi- date.
 "The man goes after it," answered an old farmer in the crowd. d.-Louisville Courier Journal.
 You think it is better to have foreign waiters?" Yes" replied the thick skinned man. "I realized it this even ing When gave a waiter a lead half dollar he thanked me in English and later expressed his opinion in language which. fortunately. conld not under. stand. Washington Star.
 II don't believe that story about Nero Adding while Rome burned
 ''Why?"
 Any true musician would have known better than to try to hold all audience while the Fire Department was turning out. "- Washington Star.
 An orchestra leader was working over new musical play at a rehearsal with widely known manager.
 That's too loud," interrupted the .manager.
 "I cant help it, returned the leader, Ut calls for forte "
 All the same." answered the man. ager, make it 35 Metropolitan Mag aZlne.
Connecticut western news., 1912-12-05

Get Together. Pull Together. That's all But that's enough to accomplish splendid results for the community.
Connecticut western news., 1912-12-05

Hetty Green, on her 18th birthday took occasion to disagree with Andrew Carnegie Tn his opinion that it is dis. grace for a man to die rich. "It's a credit,' says Hetty.
Connecticut western news., 1912-12-05

Subscribers are requested to notify the pub sb or promptly of any failure to receive papers egularly, changes of residence etc.
Connecticut western news., 1912-12-05

And Christmas less than three weeks off.
Connecticut western news., 1912-12-05
WRITE LETTER ABOUT

Communications subjects of general inter est to The News readers are invited, but nc attention will be paid to anonymous letters
Connecticut western news., 1912-12-05
MISCELLANEOUS

AR EATEN. opticutu of TorrinstOn, 'onn. will be at The ..audeld" hotel Che first Mon day and Tuesday atternDo f "trh month If uutpl" to call send postal ,t1.'. 'ii'n Tree ,. k. STARK, Nurse, Canaan Telephone i5-2 LOST-Two Crowbars from Che aic"l Engine and Hose Cart of th" Canaan Hose ( one painted red aud tic other black. Kctun to A. J. Wigglvsworth, Canaan, Conn.
 PEABODY-Opthalmic optician will be at Mrs. Nj. A Halls, Falls Village, Dee. II and 2.
Connecticut western news., 1912-12-05

When in doubt, be a "Spug."
Connecticut western news., 1912-12-05

Be prepared to do your Christmas swapping early.
Connecticut western news., 1912-12-05
AS AN ADVERTISING MEDIUM

The News should appeal with special torce to the WaRacious business man.
 It has an extensive circulation in Western Connecticut, and especially throughout lhtch- Held County and Southern BerEshrre.
 It f1as competent staff of wide-awake cor respondents in the various towns to report the bocal dongs each week. and goes into the homes and is perused by the entire families of the che long headed advertiser most desires to reach.
Connecticut western news., 1912-12-05

Congressman Reilly for postmaster general? Why not? Is he not father of the eight-hour bill and is not Woodrow Wilson, as a former Connecticut man, bound to recognize Connecticut by giv- ing it representation in the cabinet? But say, does Reilly want the job?-Ansonia Sentinel.
 Connecticut's new Democratic Sena- tors would gain more public favor if they would outline some good and useful prospective legislation and stop clamOr- ing for personal glory and position.- New Haven Saturday Chronicle.
 There is nothing to be gained in trad ing away from home. It is not a safe and sane policy for even those of means to pursue. The home merchant is en- titled to the trade of the community New Haven Union.
 The Holy Name society paraded 1000 strong in New Haven on Sunday, not withstanding the rain, and was reviewed by Governor Baldwin, Mayor Rice and Bishop Milan. The organization is talk ing a strong hold on the men of the Catholic church and it is an influence for good in many ways.-Bridgeport Stand rd.
Connecticut western news., 1912-12-05
Dad uoins In.

The daughters of the household ardent sutfrngists, were talking politics.
 Taft will sweep the country" de. clared Mabel
 Wilson will sweep the country" as serted Maud.
 Roosevelt will sweep the country" averred Margaret.
 At this point dad took hnnd
 "NevPr mind about who's going to sweep the country" sad he. "Who's going to sweep this here kitchen That's the question now. Louisville Courier Journal
Connecticut western news., 1912-12-05

Says the WOodbury Reporter: "We like the manner iii which the Connecti- cut Western News stands up and de fends Jim Macdonald, the State High way Commissioner. No public official, We believe, was ever more jumped on than this same MT. Macdonald. Prob ably not one of his critics could begin to make a decent mile of state road. They belong to the National Knocker Society, whose motto is, Knock every one who is trying to do something for the good Of humanity i'll his day and generation, and the more good he is try ing to do the harder the knocks We believe the State of Connecticut has bet. ter roads today under MT. Macdonald s management that It ever would have had but for the time, thought and ability he has put into them. Every commun- ity has a few of these chronic knockers who would greatly benefit society if they would go off on some lonely island and make an honest effort to knock little common sense into their heads"
Connecticut western news., 1912-12-05

The Bald Head club of Falls Village could, but hasn't as yet, sent a member ship application blank to President Mellen. n.-Hartford Times.
 Not necessary. Before the next an- nunl banquet of the Club, which is to be heId in Canaan, he will voluntarily send for an application blank.
Connecticut western news., 1912-12-05
Cent-a-Word Advertisements
 Minimum Charge 25 Gents
FOR SALE

FOR SALE-One new gasoline engine, 8 h. D., with wood saving outfit. or exchange for live stock. D. D. Corners Canaan Conn, R. F. D.
Connecticut western news., 1912-12-05

Notwithstanding Timber. Pine. Hemlock, Chestnut and Oak. c. +. Roberts, East Can
Connecticut western news., 1912-12-05

WANTED-Good strong woman for house. work Mrs. F. $. Willard, Falls Village. Conn.
Connecticut western news., 1912-12-05

FOR SALE-Plants. Table Ferns. Prlmroses, Cyclamens, Begonias and Gcraniums The Maple Greenhouse, Canaan, Conn, Mary E, Adams
Connecticut western news., 1912-12-05
WANTED

WANTED-I5,OO0 cords of lime kiln wood
 Address, Box 202, East Canaan, Conn.
Connecticut western news., 1912-12-05

WANTED-Sales agent for Canaan. High grade Piano line. Write l.. w. Gray, Box HIS, Hartford. Conn.
Connecticut western news., 1912-12-05

FOR SALE-One new Upright "auo, lightly damaged case, sells for S295. new, now S250 Call in and see. l. P. Hornbeck, Falls Village, Ct.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-06-10
RETURNS KNOCKS VISIT
Dr.. Don Luis Herrarte oil
Guatemala Is Greeted by
Government Officials.

DR.. Don Luis Herrarte. secretary of
state OF Guatemala has arrived here as
the accredited envoy OF President Cab
rera 10 return the courtesy OF the visit
OF Secretary OF State Knox to his country
last March. Guatemala is the first of the
Latin-American republics TO return Mr.
knoXs visit
Dr. Herrarte was met at the station by
Director General John Barrett Of the Pam
American Union, the minister OF Guate-
mala. Mr.. Hit. American minister to
that country. and other oficials. The
first OF a round of entertainments In
honor OF the distin guished visitor was q
dinner last night at which Mr.. Barrett
was host. Or. Herrarte called upon Sec
rotary Knox today and later was received
b. President Taft at the White House
The American legation in Honduras re-
ports that DR.. Membrane. recently min
lister OF Honduras at Washington is to
be sent TO this country on a special mis-
sion to express the appreciation of the
government of Honduras for the recent
visit OF Secretary Knox.
DR.. Herrarte will be the guest Of honor
tonight at a dinner rendered him by Sec
rotary Of State Knox. The Guatemalan
minister win be among the guests To-
morrow Dr. Herrarte will be taken down
the Potomac on the Presidents yacht
Mayfiowcr, and tomorrow night he will be
dined at the home OF Mr.. Hit, American
minister to Guatemala Wednesday night
he Will be entertained at dinner at the
White House.