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Connecticut western news., 1913-04-17
STARTING THE $1,ooo, 1000 PLANT
Laborers Win Soon Make the Dirt Fly
 at Falls Village.

at Falls Village.
 Work on the big million-dollar power plant of the Connecticut Power Com pany, at Falls Village, is about to begin in good earnest, and Falls Villagers are jubilant over the prospect of greater degree of activity about the village, at least for the next year, than the present generation has eyer seen. The superin- tendent's force of engineers, clerks and assistants is being added to daily. Office quarters have been secured and fitted up in the Frank Reed building formerly occupied by the National Iron Bank, and the smaller building. next door, recently used by George w. Hall, as a real estate office, is likewise utilized as an office, and at both Of these, quarters there IS unmistakable evidence of something do ing, preliminary to the big work of con- STuction.
 The chief actors on the scene, to date, are MT. A.W. Gray, superintendent,w who has had charge of the engineering work from the beginning, and has had his headquarters in Falls Village since Au- gust, while he has been securing options on the right of way, laying out the lines, etc.; O. F. Tomhnson, assistant super intendent; E. Jony, engineer W. w. Roets, accountant ; W. W. Joyce, oar penter foreman; J. O. Cromwell, conn., mlssary general, and Surveyors H. R.. McGee. w Womac, J. 0. Griffith and N. s. Peterson. Others will arrive daily from now on, and the laborers- -150 Italians and 15O Bulgarians-win soon be on the site of the plant, making the dirt fly. A camp is to be constructed near the main building of the plant, west of the canal and by the bank of the river, near the old Segar store, or Boyle property, which the Power Company have just purchased from the Savings Bank, where the laborers will live in barracks while the construction work is in progress, which will probably require about year.
 The power building will be 60 by 128 feet, and in order to reach solid foun- dation an excavation, of these dimen- ,sions, will be made, to depth of at least 30 feet. or considerably below the water level-whlch will be something of a hole in the ground to start with.
Connecticut western news., 1913-04-17
MILLERTOK'S NoTORIETY
Citizens Aroused by Four Recent vio-
 lent Deaths.

Citizens Aroused by Four Recent vio-
 lent Deaths.
 The Brewster Standard says: "An effort may be made to close the Central Hotel at Millerton as a result of the shooting of Ted Wolf by William Millius which took place in the bar room there, says the Po1ghkeepsie Eagle. Residents of the village are much aroused. Four sudden deaths have occurred in Miller ton village during the last four months and it IS stated that all four can be traced to the sale of intoxicating liquors from this hotel. Horace Vandebogart was murdered after visiting this hotel with two companions, Charles Potter and James WanWagner. Arthur Petit was found dead along the tracks of the Harlem railroad after leaving the hotel in an intoxicated state and Robert Lane was killed on the state highway while drunk. Finally Wolf was killed by Millius in the bar room.
 ''The matter of making the town a no-lieense town cannot be brought up until the next election. There is aow talk of having village vigilance com mittee appointed and the matter of en- forcing the law will be taken up by the committee if the plan goes through"
Connecticut western news., 1913-04-17
The Bullocks in Nebraska.

Mrs. Wm o. Bullock and little son have arrived at Lisco, Nebraska, where MT Bullock is now doing business. A copy of the Lisco Tribune, sprightly sheet less that one year old, says:
 Mrs. w. O. Bnllook and son arrived here last week from Council Bluffs, Iowa, to make this her permanent home. Mrs. Bullock is a pleasant woman to meet and is an accomplished musician, both in vocal and instrumental for ten or twelve years she was at the head of the music department of all the public schools in Council Bluffs. Let us all ex- tend the right hand of good fellowship to this most estimable family who are a credit to any community"
 The same issue contained an account , of a 'Amost enjoyable social function. ," where 30 guests played might've, ]" stopping at midnight to enjoy deli cious luncheon" served by the hostess After the repast the guests were enter tained with some excellent selections rendered on the piano by Mrs. w. O. Bullock, who by the way, is an artist in this line. and it is needless to say that the music was greatly enjoyed by all. ; Following the musical feature came the award of prizes, and the gratifying fact is recorded that "W. 0. Bullock carried off the 'booby' and can be found most anytime now teaching the animal to eat peanuts y It was in 'tthe wee hours of the morning." that the guests departed for their several homes. expressing their appreciation of the evenings entertain ment" All which would seem to in- dicate that the social life of Lisco is some strenuous, and the BuIlocks are right in it. It is interesting to know that Billy is "ln right" local paragraph in the Tribune states that he "had his name enrolled upon our subscription list last Saturday."
Connecticut western news., 1913-04-17
SMOKER TONIGHT

Report of Fourth of duly Committee,
 and Speech by Mir. Southwick.
 The regular monthly smoker of the Canaan Business Mems Association will be held this evening in Odd Fellows Hall. aud will be exceptionally interest ing and important. The committee on Fourth of July celebration will make a report, and other matters of general in- terest will be brought up.
 An informal talk will be given by MT. Soutnwick, who recently joined the association, which cannot fail to interest every member and every listener. A special committee on refreshments will have charge of the creature comforts feature, which, alone, will be well worth the trouble of turning out to attend. There should be full house.
Connecticut western news., 1913-04-17
Winsted's Banquet.

The annual banquet of the Winsted Business Mems Association will be held in the new Odd Fellows Hall next Thurs day evening, April 24. We note that President Jones's committee is endeavor- ing to make this banquet the -'best ever. and in view of the splendid stand ard of the Winsted B. M. A. banquets generally, the committee will be nnder the necessity of going some, to make good. Among the speakers announced, are Dr. Gabriel Reed Mcguire. FR.GS., Dr. J. M. Farrar, of Brooklyn. and Thomas Jefferson Kelly, of Hartford- all star orators
Connecticut western news., 1913-04-17
PILGRIMS NUMBER 15O
Interesting Reports at Annual Meeting
 ot the Church.
to be observed as

Interesting Reports at Annual Meeting
 ot the Church.
 The twenty-sixth annual meeting Of Pilgrim Church was held last Thursday night and was largely attended.
 The supper, which was served be- tween and 2. was in charge of the dea- conesses, Mrs. Charles Smith, Miss Bragg and Mrs. Richmond. At the roll-call. which followed, about 100 re- spo1ded, either personally or by letter.
 The report of the treasurer, J. B. Reed, showed that the church ended the year with all bills paid.
 The various auxiliary societies were reported for by the following officers Woman's Union, Miss Mary E. Adams. president Woman's Missionary Socie- ty, Mrs. Merritt Spaulding. president Mission Circle, Miss Charlotte Beckley, secretary, and The Brotherhood, R. D. Peirce, president. Harry A. Holt re- ported. as treasurer of the Sunday School, that $158. 52 had been raised by the school, large part of which was for benevolent objects-$25 being for new mission church at Tarsus.
 It was reported that the average at. tendance at Sunday School during the past year was 66.5 and during the last six months was 76.5. This is much the largest average in the history of the school.
 During the year the church received into it's membership ten by letter snd ten upon confession of faith. Two were removed by letter, making net gain of Is and increasing the church member, ship to 150. There were five adults bap- tized. and five infants.
 During the year 1912 $962 was raised for benevolences, and S2.675 for church support and improvements, making 8 total of B, ,037.
 The following officers were reelected: J. s. Reed, clerk; J. B. Reed, treasurer, (elected for the 27th time ) H. A Holt, auditor F. l.. Beckley and c. s. Fuller, members of the Official Board for three years; Mrs J. O. Richmond, deacouess Rev. E. o. Gillette, Sunday School su- perintendent music committee, Rev. E. O. Gillette, R. D. Peirce, Mrs. A. H. Herriman, Mrs. A. E. Molando, Miss Minnie E. Peirce and Mrs. E. T. Rowe. MT. Henry O. Barnes was elected hon. orary deacon for life.
Connecticut western news., 1913-04-17
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Connecticut Suffrage News.


 Preparations are now being actively made both by the officers of the Connee- ticut Woman Suffrage Association and by the local leagues for good showing for Connecticut in the May parade in New York. The parade is to take place this year on May 3rd, and there is1ittay' fear among the organizers this year that the police force of New York will fail I'm their duty of giving it effective proteo- tion from the crowds. Last year some disorder was caused through lack of efficient police protection, though New York did not share the disgrace that feh upon Washington III the insults that were inflicted upon the Inauguration parade of the women on March 8.
 Since the defeat of the resolution in favor of suffrage amendment to the State Constitution, Connecticut suffra- gists have been turning their attention to the prospects of an amendment sLo the Federal Constitution.
 The supplementary suffrage campaign which was determined upon just as soon as the adverse vote of the House of Re- presentatives was announced. and which was made possible by mnnificent con- tributions made to show the determina- tion of the women not to give up the fight. has now reached New London.
 After New London the campaigners plan to spend week in Danbury and from there to go to Stamford, finishing their five weeks of campaigning in Nor walk. These three cities all have locai suffrage leagues-that in Stamford of very recent organization, and the local suffragists will cooperate with Miss Pier son in the active work of the campaign week. Pres, Conn, w. s. A
Connecticut western news., 1913-04-17
STERLIN6'S PERIL
Thrilling Experience of a Member of
 the BaId-Head Club.

the Bald-Head Club.
 Julian H. Sterling, of New Haven, Q well-known summer visitor in this seo- ton and member of the Bald-Head Club of America. had thrilling experlence in New Haven a few days ago, which might have reduced the membership of the B. H. 0. by one. In company with Mrs. Sterling. Mrs. Maxwell Sterling and her little daughter he was driving his fine and spirited team-which at- tracted so much admiring attention here- abouts last summer-along Howard Avenue, when an express train on the tracks of the N. r., N. H. 6 H. R. R.. approaching the overhead bridge on the avenue, frightened the team, and in controlling the horses MT. Sterling refined them sharply to the left, directly across the trolley tracks.
 Being in 8 covered carriage he was unable to see trolley car immediately behind, which was so close upon him that the motorman was unable to stop, and the car crashed into the Sterling equipage, broadside, shattering the pole, whiffietrees and draw-bar. The crash freed the team, which sprang forward, and Mir. Sterling, who olung to the reins, was dragged headlong over the dashboard, striking at full length on the pavement, on his stomach. The team came to a stop and behaved beautifully, and Sterling said afterward, "Money won't buy 'em." He said further. "When I was flying out of the carriage my hair would have stood on end. but fortunately am bald" He was not seriously in- jured. and the other occupants of the carriage were unhurt. though they were showered with broken glass, and it seemed miracle that they were not killed. The carriage was badly used up.
 The obliging coachman for Mir. Hotch- kiss, of New Haven. who was exercising his team, volunteered to take MT. Ster- hng's robes, cushions and carriage fur nishings to his barn, and on the way, he asked Sterling "Who do you drive for?" "I drive for myself" said Sterling, with a smile. "Go ou p' said the coach. man, incredulously. "I've seen you driv. ing around New Haven for the last four years. and I'll own up you're good driver and whip, too-but then, you ought to be. By the time I'm old enough to be ass bald headed as you are, may be an expert, too."
 Sterling tried to keep the story out ot the papers. but in some way they got hold of 1t, and in relating the story oi the smashup, said the team was driven by a bald-headed coachman named "Jacobus. Sterling says he has beer called all sorts of names, especially dur. ing his career as writer for the New York newspapers, but never before has he been dubbed "Jacobus. He says that from henceforth he signs himself "Jacobus Baldhead." Incidentally il may be remarked that one name on the toast-card at the October banquet of the B. H. c. of A. will be that of Jacobus Baldhead.
Connecticut western news., 1913-04-17
New Local Enterprise.

A correspondent says: According to the statement made by Richard Leffing- well, rich deposit of agate has been discovered in Harwinton and partner ship of Canaan men formed to mind and sell the mineral. MT Leffingwen says the agate has been found about two miles from East Litchfield station and five miles from Torrington, near the old Scoyille cemetery. The Canaan inter- ests are represented by A. P. Freeman, G. P. Hardenbergh and M. E. Turner. A force of men was set at work this week to open up the quarry. The in- dications according to MT. Leffingwelps statement are that the deposit is very large and that the work of quarrying agate may become a.proftable industry. The agate which has been found will probably be shipped to the large grind ing mills at South Glastonbury, where it will be reduced to powder and sold for use in making cleaning materials, for which it is valuable owing to it's gritty qualities. It will also be used in the manufacture of tiling, porcelain goods, agateware, etc."
Connecticut western news., 1913-04-17
ChiIdren,s Seed SeIactions.

From the seed catalogues distributed to the pupils in the local school house, exclusive of the High School, the child ren selected seeds, at cent per package in the following proportions
 Flower seeds-52 packages asters, % Bachelors Button, s Balsam. 9 Calen- dula, B China Pink, Cosmos, 27 Dwarf Nasturtium, 20 Marigold, 10 Mignonette. l9 Morning Glory, Mourning Bride. IS Petnnia, 24 Phlox. 9Sweet Alyssum, s2 Sweet Pea, l3 Tall Nasturtium Ga climb- er), IA Verbena, 2l Zinnia-
 Vegetable seeds-l8 Beet, IA Cabbage. IA Carrot, 10 Cucumber, 35 Lettuce, 10 Muskmelon, 2l Onion, Parsley. Par snip, 10 Pepper, s Pumpkin. S5 Radish, String Bean, 8 Summer Squash. x Sweet Corn, 10 Tomato, ? TurniP, 'e Watermelon, 6 Winter Squash.
Connecticut western news., 1913-04-17
STRUCK BY TRAIN
Haskins' Has Narrow Escape From
 Death at Ashley Falls Crossing.

E1dSklnS r1dS NdrrOW escape FTOHl
 Death at Ashley Falls Crossing.
 George Haskins, of Falls Village, em- ployed by Bartle Brothers. is in the Danbury Hospital recovering from in- juries received in smashup on the grade crossing north of the Ashley Falls station last Thursday afternoon. He was driving Bartle's livery team, to canopy-top wagon, from Sheffield to Ashley Falls, where he was to meet Engineer Gray's men. He reached the crossing without noticing the near approach of Conductor Roselle's south bound passenger train due in Canaan at 4:3e Engineer Dougherty applied the brakes as soon as he saw the team ap- proach the crossing, but it was too late to avoid a collision. The engine struck the wagon amidships, splintering it to kind ings and freeing the horses, which were not even scratched. Haskin was thrown up on the pilot of the engine, where he grasped an iron brace and held himself on until the train came to stop. A COuSlu0rdDl0 pOTblOu Ol HiS WI0Chcu wagon rode on the pilot with him.
 When he was taken from his perilous position it was at first thought both legs were broken and other injuries were more serious than they proved to be- He was taken on board the train, and at this station an effort was made to find doctor, but no doctor was at that time to be found, so the injured man was car ried. on the same train, to Danbury &C., companied by John Bartle, who boarded the train at Falls Village. At the hos pitai it was found that the right leg was broken about midway between the hip and the knee, that he had . cut on his head and that his left foot was severely bruised. No internal injuries have de- veloped, however, and at last report from the hospital Mr. Haskin was mak- ing fine progress, and will soon be brought home
Connecticut western news., 1913-04-17
TOWN GETS $1,473.91
Proceeds of Liquor Gases Against Ital-
 ian Sellers.

Proceeds of Liquor Cases Against ital-
 ian Sellers.
 The temperance revival organized and carried on by Prosecutor J. O. Roraback, Justice George W. Ford. Deputy Sheriff l.. C.. Rhoades and Black Maria, is about over. It was not a protracted movement, but while it lasted it was interesting, more or less exciting and fairly fruitful, yielding total harvest of $1 ,698. O6 in fines and costs, of which the town treasury received $1,473.91 in fines, the balance, $230, being appor- toned among the promoters of the crusade. as costs. And it is generally agreed that the town is not only better morally, but better off financially, for the experience.
 In all there were twenty convictions. if not bona fide conversions, and all ac- complished without the services of the state police.
 In addition to the cases chronieled in our last issue, these ladies and gentle men were arraigned before His Honor Justice Ford on charges of illegal sales:
 Thursday Ago Gondelli pleaded guilty on five counts and was fined $20 on each and S17.04 costs, and sent to jail for ten days. swaD
 Euphemia Gondelli pleaded guilty on the same five counts and paid $117,4 in fines and costs.
 Isaiah Rather, charged with selling cider. pleaded guilty and was fined $l0 and $10.03 costs; paid.
 Joe Tagliaferni, pleaded guilty on five counts, fined $50 and $i0,30 costss paid.
 Carlo Cantoreggi, five counts, fined $l5 on each, which, with costs, amounted to $84.46; paid.
 Alfonso Orfretia, five counts, $75 fine and $9.46 costs; paid
 John Gasperini. five counts, $75 fine and $9.46 costs; paid
Connecticut western news., 1913-04-17
New York Likes Litchfield Countys
 Way,

Dr. Robert Bruce Clark, pastor of the Church of the Puritans (Presbyterian) on Fifth Avenue, New York, attended the mass meeting for the singing of hymns at Torrington and writes "I went up to Torrington to enjoy the Singing of Hymns, at the Centre church. This entire propaganda in Litchfield County is finely educative. I was thrilled and moved by the singing, and the more so, as have done great deal of musical work in an amateur way" He then adds that they are plan ing a similar Praise Meeting" in that church and wish to rent or borrow the hymn-pamphlets for that purpose. They are gladly loaned to responsible persons in any church or community where their use will be in accord with the spirit of the movement.
Connecticut western news., 1913-04-17
Masons at Church.

At the regular commuciation of Housa- tonic Lodge, F. and A. M. Thursday evening, the second degree was con- ferred on two candidates. The lodge voted unanimously to accept the invita- tion of Rev. B. o. Gillette to attend service in body, in Pilgrim church Sunday, June 22, when special ser mon will be delivered. The invitation extends to the members of the Eastern Star. The question whether the service shall be in the evening or afternoon is not yet decided.
Connecticut western news., 1913-04-17
Lee BaId-Heads.

The Pittsfield Eagle says the men in Lee who are qualified for membership in the Bald Head Club of American include the following: M. H. Rare, A, B. Clark, Peter J. Tyer, Charles H. Pease, Edward F. Rogers, w. B. Hull, Edward J. Nor man, Henry Q. Savage.
Connecticut western news., 1913-04-17
The Art Circle.

There were 20 girls present at the reg ular meeting of the Art Circle, Tuesday at the clubhouse. General exercises, music by Ruth Hatmaker. sewing and playing out of doors. Dorothy Corwin. assisted by Elizabeth, Madeline, and Marian, made cocoanut fudge, which was a great success, judging from the time it lasted. B. O. L., Reporter.
Connecticut western news., 1913-04-17
Mrs. Henry A. Bartholomew.

Died, in Sheffield, April 10. Eliza Sa- brina Roraback, widow of the late Henry A. Bartholomew, aged 82 years.
 Deceased was native of Ancram, N Y the daughter of Christian and Eliza 
 SIX sons and one daughter survive.
Connecticut western news., 1913-04-17
HANNAH ]. STEWART

Was Granddaughter of Captain Ger
 shom Hewitt ot Ticonderoga Fame.
 The funeral services over the remains of Mrs. Hannah J. Stewart, whose death, on Wednesday night, April 9, was briefly referred to in last weeks issue, were held Saturday afternoon, at the resi- dence of her daughter, Mrs. A. F. Briggs, with whom she had lived for the last A years. Rev. O. w. Hanna, pastor of the East Canaan Congregational church, of which deceased had been life long member, and Rev. E. O. Gillette, of Pill grim church, officiated. The house was packed with mourning and sympathiz- ing friends, including many of the old time residents who had known and loved the departed all their lives. The ser vices were brief and most impressive, and there were few dry eyes in all that company as the saintly character of that departed mother in Israel was referred to.
 The interment was in Hillside Ceme- tery, East Canaan. The pall-beareu were Messrs. A. l.. Higgins, Frank Ooons, Theodore Adam, George Trieschmann with George s. Fuller and John B. Reed
 Undertaken G. Nj. Lasher had charge of the funeral arrangements.
Connecticut western news., 1913-04-17

Jane-"Mr. Rodgers paid me great compliment. He said 10 me as I entered the reception parlor, You are the pretti- est girl have seen tonight
 Mary-"Yes, understand you were the first to arrive. '-Cleyeland Plain Dealer.
Connecticut western news., 1913-04-17

Mrs. Hannah J. Sewart came of dis guished Revolutionary ancestry on her mothers side, having been the grand daughter of Captain Gershom Hewitt of Ticonderoga fame, whose exploit as the Yankee spy in the British camp made it possible for Ethan Allen to effect the capture of the fort ''in the name of Jehovah and the Continental Congress" She was born on the old Hewitt home stead. on the road to Clayton, between the old Bigelow place and the old Tres colt place, in the house now owned by Peter Caravati. In this same house her grandfather. Captain Gershom Hewitt. was born, who died when she was about ten years of age. .and she often told of her recollections of that distinguished old patriot-how he used to take her on his knee and relate incidents of the Revolu- tionary war and especially of his anus ing but hazardous experience as the half witted Yankee at Tioonderoga, where
The day book. [volume] (Chicago, Ill.) 1911-1917, 1913-09-30
TO TEST JELLY

There are various ways to test
jelly. Drop a little in saucer, stir for
a few minutes; if it hardens it is done;
or let few drops fall from skinner,
or spoon into glass of cold water; if
it reaches the bottom solid drop Of
jelly without dissolving it is done.
Let some of the jelly drop from the
side of spoon or skinner; if it runs
round the edges and drips off in two
or three places in wide thick drops
the jelly has boiled long enough.