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Putnam patriot., 1913-03-14
Letter Carrier Had Troubles

The special letter carrier at the local post office who was put on to help out after the new eight hour law went into effect Tuesday, met with some trouble besides the long walk he was obliged to take in cleaning up after the regu- lar carriers all over the city.
 The work was considerable and the weary carrier was still out llong after dark and after the mill bells had rung at nine o'clock. One place where he went he rapped on the door to deliver his mail and pajama man came down and started to make trouble for the person who had aroused him from his slumbers. The next place the car. rier thought he would try different method so after rapping he walked away. The people, not knowing what 1t meant when they went to the door and found no one there, but saw a dark form disappearing in the dis tance, shouted admonitions that he had better stop his Mayday pranks until next May. And again as ne was walking along flashing his pocket bullseye light by which the addresses are read after dark he was accosted by some suspicious person who wanted to investigate what to him was a strange proceeding.
 So It is we'll for good folks to take notice that if they see,what appears to be large firefiy going back and forth across tho street, have their door bells rung at night and find no lone there when they open them, or hear the shrill notes of a whistle late in the evening, that there Is no danger, but that it is only the weary spostman try | ing to deliver to them their late mail with accuracy and dispatch.
Putnam patriot., 1913-03-14
Work Undertaken by State Agricultural
 SOcieN

The Connecticut State Agricultural Society have secured the services of H. 0. Daniels of Millbrook Dairy farm, Middletown, man who stands for the most successful farming In the state of Connecticut.
 MT. Daniels has been engaged by the society as counselor and instructor for the promotion of better agriculture in the state, and in that capacity his ser vices are at the command of all farm CTS in the state free of charge.
 For long time the society chartered, which gives the annual state fair at Berlin each year, has been a strong factor in the agricultural development of the state. This new move is the most important move in the history of agriculture in Connecticut. The of ficers of the society believe that the greatest question before the people of the state at this time, especially the manufacturers of the state, is the high cost of living, and they believe that by n little expenditure of time and money the agricultural production of the state can be very materially increased.
 By private subscription the Connec- ticut State Agricultural society have raised sufficient funds to carry on this work, and have secured the services of one of the most successful and practi- cal, and withal scientific farmers in the state, who will go over the state and counsel and instruct farmers who desire information or assistance in car rying on their farming operations.
 We believe this Is one of the most important movements for the better ment of agricultural conditions in Connecticut, in view of the fact that there is no charge whatever made for the services of MT. Daniels--anyone in- terested in farming can secure his ser vices, so far as time will permit, free of cost.
 Mir. Daniels is thoroughly acquaint- ed with the general agricultural condi. tion of the state, and with his large ex- perienee, he can certainly give much information as to the best types of farming that have been most success. ruI in different parts of our state. A successful dairyman, he can counsel and instruct other farmers as to what constitutes a successful dairy; a man of practical, as well as scientific attain. ments, he will be able to address granges, scientific societies, business mems associations, etc., etc., on this subject which is of so much import ance to all Of the people of the state.
Putnam patriot., 1913-03-14
Music Teacher Gets Four Months

Benjamin A. Morgan, alias Nelson, the music teacherp whom the police captured in this city and turned over to the authorities in Norwich where he was wanted for larceny, was given four months in jail by the Norwich city court when he plead guilty 10 the charge.
 The family from whom the goods were stolen pat a value on them of S73. 40, but the judge reduced the value to $50 so as to get the matter within the final jurisdiction of the court. It is believed the mans right name is Ernest Nelson and that his home Is in Middletown. He acted in an effemi- nate manner. He told the police in Norwich that. he had had good cry in his cell while awaiting trial and felt much better. He took his music roll and other belongings done up in a green cloth and fastened with shawl strap to jail with him.
Putnam patriot., 1913-03-14
K. of C. Ball

A week from next Monday is Easter Monday and at night, as for twenty years past, will occur the annual ball of Gargill Council, Knights of Column bus. This ball has since it's inaugura- tion been the post Lenten season open CT. Aftet quiet Lenten season the Easter Monday ball is welcome di- version. It is welcome as the first af- fair of the season and also because Il is always a big affair. This year the committee has made an effort to fur nish a band of musicians for concert work and dancing that is second to none in New England. The American Band tReeves) orchestra of Pfovi- denee, W. k. Fales, director, seven pieces, has been engaged. This as sures the music, the most essential fea- ture, as being of the best and doubtless many who do not care for dancing will avail themselves of the opportunity to hear the concert and remain awhile to look on at the gaiety of the dance fol- lowing.
 Union hall has been the scene of many pleasing speetacles and good times but none have surpassed what is promised by the committee for the forthcoming ball. They are highly gratitied al the result of their labors which are complete in detail and by the way tickets are selling the hall
 will be crowded. Anyone not having purchased a ticket can do so from a member or at the door the night of the ball. The committees are as follows: Floor director, John B. Byrne. Assistant, John B. Daigle. Doorman, NJ. NJ. Dwyer. Ticket seller, k. K. Lucier. Aids, Henry N. Benoit, Thomas F. Ryan.
 Reception committee, Richard Cor man, Isaac Champeau, William Raf- ferty, Edward Mullan, ST.
 Checkers, N. Jette, Alfred Gilman. Committee of arrangements, J. B. Byrne, J. B. Daigle, Arthur l.. Du- vert, Bernard McGarry, Frank II. Cordier. adv
Putnam patriot., 1913-03-14
Baptist Notes

Miss Nettie Phillips led the B. Y. P. U. service Sunday evening.
 Palm Sunday will be observed at the Sunday morning service with orchestra music in place of the choir.
 Sunday school attendance for last two weeks has been 160, lS0.
 The Young Ladies' Mission circle on Tuesday evening voted S20 to N Moman's Home Missions and the same amount to Woman's Foreign Missions.i
 The Ladies' Aid have sent Mrs. Henry Covell, Grove street, sun- shine box for the month of March. An elegant leather Turkish rocker was presented by the Bible school to Clarence E. Pierce, N. A. Ballard making the speech in behalf of the school. MT. Pierce had completed seven years of service with no absent mark, and the members thought such a record should be given more than a passing notice. Mir. Pierce is now teacher of Mrs. c. Manning's class. Sixteen ladies attended the sewing meeting held with Mrs. Engleback, Wednesday.
Putnam patriot., 1913-03-14
General Assembly

The Senate sprang the surprise of the session Tuesday when it took from the House the Peck bill amending the charters Of the railroad companies so that they are obliged to carry legisla- tors free of charge and passed it in con eurrence, l2 to 10. It was not full Senate vote, but, nevertheless, 1t was a surprise, and 1t now puts it up to the governor, the general impression being that he will veto 1t.
 Among the nominations sent by the Governor was that Dr. $. E. Over lock of Pomfret membr of the board of pardons.
 The bill to allow moving picture shows on Sunday was reported un- favorably.
 "Wednesday the committee on ineor- porations reported favorably on amending the charter of the Putnam Foundry and Machine Company.
Putnam patriot., 1913-03-14
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Superor Court

The case of Isaac kirkman vs Paul St. John was tried to court last Thu rs- day. The action was one concerning a real estate deal. Decision was reserv- ed. The cases of Jennie P.sWhite and of Edwin T. White vs the City of Put nam, assigned for trial this week were postponed at request of plaintiffs on account of the absence of witnesses.
 There was short calendar session Friday morning.
 John Woodward of Willimantic was grated divorce from Cora Woodward on statutory grounds.
 Criminal cases were then taken up. Edward Bigelow of Danielson charged with assault with intent to kill, for threatening man with revolver, " as placed on probation for one year. The ease against Edward Farnum, ,,charged with making disturbance in Ash ford, was nolled. In the case of State vs Ward, charged with indecent as- sault, sentence of three months was imposed. Philip Turner of Plainfield was sentenced to 30 days for breach of peace and injury to property.
 The prisoners who decided to stand trial will have their cases taken up this week.
 Wednesday, Charles Richmond of Canterbury, charged with incest, changed his plea of not guilty, made in court on Friday of last week, to guilty and was sentenced to serve not less then one and not more than three years in the state prison.
 John fhibeault, Is, who claims that his home Is in Boston was sentenced to serve six months in jail. Thibeault was charged with having taken horse that belonged to William c. Anthony of Scotland.
 This Thursday morning the case of the state vs Veragi was tried, the defendant being charged with killing a deer. The jury returned verdict of not guilty without leasing their seats.
 Friday there will be short calendar session and assignment of cases.
Putnam patriot., 1913-03-14
Burns Cause Death

Hannah Hall, about 50, wife of Jerry Hall of Quadic, was found dead beside the road in that village Tuesday night by her husband. Her clothing was burned and also one side of her body. It is thought that death was caused by the shock.
 Mrs. Hall left her home in the even- ing to call at neighbours. She took a lantern with her. Her husband came home and wishing to go to the barn looked about for the lantern. Not finding it and his wife being absent he started out to find her. He came upon her dead body by the roadside. How the woman's clothing caught fire from the lantern is not known.
Putnam patriot., 1913-03-14
EIks Elect Officers

Putnam lodge of Elks elected the following officers at meeting Tuesday evening:
 Exalted Ruler, J. B. Tatem, Jr.
 Esteemed Leading Knight, R. k. Thurston.
 Esteemed Loyal Knight, Prosper Viegard.
 Esteemed Lecturing Knight, w. D. Wilson.
 Secretary, w. V. Chapdelaine.
 Treasurer, Richard German.
 Tiler, NJ. A. Welch.
 Trustee for three years, Jessie Rich. There was good attendance at the meeting all officers were unanimously elected. Past Exalted Ruler, John B. Byrne was chosen to reprent the lodge at the National meeting in Rochester next July, with Archie Macdonald, Alternate.
 At the meeting March 25, the district deputy will make his visitation and there will be special program.
Putnam patriot., 1913-03-14
Gift 10 Manager Flagg

The employees of the $. N. E. Tele- phone company in the ,plant, traffic and commercial departments of the Danielson and Moosup divisions were entertained ut ,the home of Manager and Mrs. C. W. Flagg, sDanielson, on Wednesday evening. Manager Flagg will sever his connection with the com pany Saturday to accept position with the Danielson and Plainfield Gas and Electric Co. During the evening MT. Flagg was presented handsome black leather travelling bag on behalf of the employees as token of the thigh regard and esteem in which they hold him.
 MT. Flagg was born in Putnam and lived here until 1904 when he went to Danielson. Up to this time he had been printer by trade but always had a leaning towards electrical work and did much of it during his spare time His work with the telephone company made this knowledge useful and was along the line he preferred. His new position is still further advancement in his chosen work and it is doubtless highly gratifying to him. His manJ friends and acquaintences in Putnam note his advancement with pleasure
Putnam patriot., 1913-03-14
Would Like Game

The Ben Hur basket ball team would like to play any fast team in Putnam, the High school team preferred, for suitable guarantee for March 20th or 22nd. The Ben-Hurs hold the ama- teur championship of Hartford.
 In Ben-H Hur squad are Gilman and Dodge forwards for Hartford High school team, Oppelt, sub-forward Rothammer and Shieher, ceniers; Wolf, Quish, Anderson, guards. The Ben-H 19l1-12 team has picture in the last Spalding's Guide, 19l2-l3.
 Address all communications to C. R. Wolf, Jr., Is Francis avenue, Hart ford, Conn.,, or phone. adv
Putnam patriot., 1913-03-14
Hearing On Trade School

There were several Putnam men who went to tHartford Tuesday to appear before the committee hearing in the matter of trade school for Putnam. The hearing was held at two o'clock.
 Representative Macdonald presented his bill ito the committee and stated that he had several representative citizens who would like to be heard on the matter. Those who spoke were Attorney E. H. Johnson, John c Johnson, ex-Senator G. A. Hammond and Rev. c. J. Hartman. Others pre- sent, who would have spoken hac time allowed were, ex-Senator H. J Potter, ex-Representative Hector Du vert and l.. 0. Williams.
 The hearing was considered . mos satisfactory one. Other measures re Iative to trade schools are pending ant it will probably be some time befor anything is definitely settled.
Putnam patriot., 1913-03-14
woman's Relief Corps Committees
At a recent meeting of the w. K. c the president appointed the following

Alta recent meeting of the w. K. c. the president appointed the following committees:
 Relief comu.ittee- Mrs. Annie K. Spalding, Mrs. Julia A. Finchan. Mrs. Julia Cole.
 Executive committee Mrs. Lille E. Leach, Mrs. Mary J. Wright, Mrs. Mabelle G. Car penter, Mrs. Jennie R. Darmer, Mrs. Mary Fuller. Mrs. fnez V. Hoyle, Mrs. Frances A. Barrett, Mrs. Ida Johnson, Miss Esther Con- verse, Miss Sadie Wilbur, Mrs. Anne spald- ing, Mrs. Disntha Chaffee, Mrs. Julia Cole, Mrs. Lena A. Green. Mrs. Delims Durochsr, Mrs. Melissa Arnold. Mrs. Estella MeKachnie, Mrs. Cora Adams, Mrs. Ellen Manning.
 Auditing commiitee-Nlrs. Inez V. Hoyle, Mrs. Annie E. Spalding, Mrs. Frances A. Bar rett.
 Home Employment mi'tee-Mrs. Jane Inman, Mrs. Jane Willis, Mrs. Mary E. Bow. en. Mrs, Ahbie E. Wood.
 Conference eommittee-Mrs. Estella Me- Kschnie, Mrs. Mary c. Sherman, Mrs. E. Em- fly Tourtello,te.
 Floral eommitee--Mrs. Lena A. Green, Mrs. Inez V. Hoyle, Mrs. Carrie Prentice.
 House committee Jennie R. Darmer, Mrs. lillie F. Leach, Mrs. Mary J. Fuller.
 Sewing eommittee--Mrs. Melissa Arnold, Mrs Jane Willis. Mrs. fnez Hoyle, Mrs. Har- riet Chaffee, Mrs. Estella 0. McKachnie. Mrs. Elizabeth Norcross, Mrs. Elizabeth s. Howell, Mrs. Mary J. Wright, Mrs. Isabella II cks, Mrs. Lena Whipple, Mrs Mary E May, Mrs. Nina Perry, Mrs Louise Robbins. Mrs. Ida J. kle- bart.
 Entertainment committee-Mrs. Mabelle c. Carpenter. Mrs. Lena A. Monroe, Mrs. Ethel C. Tourtellotte, Mrs. Sadie Williams, Mrs. Dorothy Bartlett. Mrs. Zelis Morasse, Mrs. Myrtice Covell, Mrs. Nellie Seaver, Mrs. Anna T. Albee, Mrs Anna c. Gilmore, Miss Esther Converse, Miss Sadie Wilbur. Mrs. Cora Adams.
Putnam patriot., 1913-03-14
School Exhibit in Capitol Lobby

A very interesting exhibit of school work from the 900 rural schools under state supervision is now ready for pub- lie inspection at the state capitol and will be open for study every weekday through the fifth of April.
 On Saturdays unusual efforts will be made to make the exhibit of special value to teachers of certain counties. Two supervisors will be present to ex- plain the work. Although teachers are welcome at any time, the teachers from Windham and New London counties have special invitation to be present on the 29th of March.
Putnam patriot., 1913-03-14
City Courts..FuIIer Judge

George Farley appeared before the court Saturday morning and plead guilty on two counts for the illegal sale of intoxicating liquor. He paid fine and costs amounting to S20s .09. The evidence was procured by court of inquiry beid in December.
 An adjourned case, involving q fam fly difference, was settled on Monday morning by the payment of S costs.
Putnam patriot., 1913-03-14
Favors Open Season for Deer

Frank 0. Davis, member of the state fish and game commission, is in favor of an open season for hunting deer. MT. Davis, whose home is in Pomfret and who has an office in Putnam, ap- peared before the committee on fish and game of the general assembly and said that the deer are doing such an amount of damage that it is impossible for the state to adequately repay those who suffer from the depredations by the animals. Commissioner Davis ex- pressed the opinion that the sooner the open season could come the better it would be for all concerned. The deer, he said, are doing more and more damage each year and the cost to the state as the result of meeting the claims of those who have suffered is reflected in the comptroller's state- ments.
 It is certainly true that there has been an increasing number of com plaints about damage by deer from land owners in this county since the adjournment of the last general assem- bly,, which extended the closed season on deer until 1917. Here in Windham county where great deal of attention is being paid to the development of or chards the deer are coming to be re- garded as a pest. One animal of the kind referred to can do more damage in an orchard without having the dam
 age apparent to person unfamiliar
 with fruit trees than the party az grieved can hope to have offset by re l imbursement from the state.
Putnam patriot., 1913-03-14
Miss Stewards Recital

Miss Katherine Seward of this city, daughter of Mir. and Mrs. F. w. Sew ard, pupil of MT. Frederick Very, gave a pianoforte recital in Providence Monday evening. Miss Seward pleas ed her audience and showed unusual ability as musician. She has a bright future before her in the musical world. Her parents attended the re- cital.
 Miss Seward was pleasingly assisted by Miss Gladys Dexter, soprano. The following program was rendered: A-la-bien aimee Schutt Arleyuine Chaminade
 Miss Seward A Birthday Woodman Dear Heart, when in Thine Arms,
 Chadwick Daybreak Daniels
 Miss Dexter Crescendo Lasson Prelude in D flat Chopin Polonaise in B flat Chopin
 Miss Seward The Smile of Spring Fletcher The Swing Lehman One Fine Day, from Madame Butter
 fly, Puccini
 Miss Dexter Etude Mignonne Schutt Nocturne Pascal Norwegian Bridal Procession Grieg
 Miss Seward
Putnam patriot., 1913-03-14
Interesting Locals
ADVERTISEMENT

10 copies of the PATRIOT wanted of August and Is, 1912. Will pay 10 cents each for same ct this office.
 For anything you may need in the way of Easter suit. top coat, gloves, tie. hat, or any article of clothing or tog- gery come where the best can be found that's here. Church Clothing Co.
 The much talked of sale of the Cros- by stock, that has been going on at Seders' store, will be continued until Easter as there is much new Easter merchandise in the stock both for men and women. The sale has been dis tribution medium for thousands ol dollars worth of goods throughout Windhan county.
Putnam patriot., 1913-03-14

At the adjourned meeting of the stockholders of the Putnam Foundry and Machine company held Tuesday afternoon 1t was voted to issue $50, ,O00 of preferred stock. The resignation q w.. ]. Turner, secretary and Geuerak manager, was read and acCepted.
Putnam patriot., 1913-03-14

Ut is understood that soon steps are to be taken to extend trolley line from Providence to Chepachet. This is the direct route toward Putnam and 1t is anticipated that the line,i begun, will be continued on to this city.
 -Captain John Murray and wife are ct West Warren today attending the funeral of Mrs. Murray's nephew Tim. othy Cummings.
Putnam patriot., 1913-03-14
ANNOUNCEMENT

According to a law passed by con- eress that has just gone into effect su notices of suppers. sales, enter tainments, etc, must be marked ~ady.' Hereafter charge of ten cents q line will be made for all notices of this kind where an admission fee is charged or the affair is given for the purpose of making money.
 We will continue to publish notices of religious, society or other meetings where there is no charge of admis- sion as items of news as heretofore.
 PUTNAM PATRIOT.
Putnam patriot., 1913-03-14
Rates for Legal Advertising

Commencing January 1st, 1913, the RIarge for all legal notices in the PAT neoT will be Sl 00 per inch for the first Insertion, and 50 cents per inch for each subsequent insertion. These mo- iices demand the utmost care in their publication, and are condensed in form.
 The change is in accord with estab- lished rates throughout the state, and is necessitated by the increased cost of everything that enters into the mak- ing of a newspaper. At that figure 1t does not exceed our present established rate of 10 cents line for reading mo- ticeS.
Putnam patriot., 1913-03-14

The w. c. T. U. will meet with Mrs. Geo. F. Holbrook Friday after noon at 3 o'clock.
Putnam patriot., 1913-03-14

Carl Hopkins and C. M. Elliott were in Boston Tuesday.
Putnam patriot., 1913-03-14
Bradley Theater

The senior class of the Tourtellotte Memorial High school scored decid- ed success in their presentation of IA Private Tutor comedy in three acts, Friday night. The cast showed to advantage in their character DOT trayals and their work was above the average in amateur theatricals. The east was as follows:
 Fred Spencer Frank Foisey George Clarke Sarelia Rhodes Mir. Spencer Edward Perry Hans Dinklederfer John O'Clare Anne Catherine Williams Mrs. Spencer Ada Whitman Dolly Spencer Ruth Ericson Miss Snap Bertha Logee
Atlanta Georgian. [volume] (Atlanta, Ga.) 1912-1939, 1913-03-27

And when she nodded smiling, he ran
merrily on:
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count. scorpions and tarantulas that do,
there's piniIIilas. rodedores, niguas. mylla-
cuuillas, without mentioning ants and
snakes The first's a sucker, the second
bites, the thirds a borer and carries his
own corkscrew to insert himself into your
tender places, the remainder-oh, well
he burst into hearty laughter at David 5
grimace of repulsion-'It isn't half so bad
as il sounds II you turn your clothing
inside out mornings, and empty the scor-
pions out of your boots, you ought not to
average more than bite or so a week.
Without insects the place was not too
inviting A small hut It had the usual
hard mud floor. split pole siding, palm leaf
thatch 4 rickety table. with dusty ac-
count books piled between rusty pens and
dry ink bottle an equally rickety
bench. a three-legged stool and canvas
catre summed the furnishing And while
David turned his disconsolate regard
Iupon these relics Of the late Meagher
Ewing ratified along with his merry chat
ter
"lr Isu'r exactly what you'd call lux
urv Is il" But Just wait until We get our
frsr rubber on the market Teak floors
.ir and mahogany furniture nothing tot
good for ours Md this viii look more
cheerful after your traps are scattered
around and we get outside some grub
Now. hurry Andrea, and do your dsrnd-