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Connecticut western news., 1913-10-16
K. of c. Officers.

Berkshire Council, Knights of Colum- bus, Tuesday evening elected officers for the ensuing year, as follows:
 Grand Knight, Henry J. King De- putty Grand Knight, Michael O'Neil ; chancellor, John Graves recorder, Philip Orben; financial secretary, George A. Heffernan treasurer. Wm. J. Reel lecturer, David Whittlesey advocate, Edward Stuart; warden, James Kane inside guard. Edward Hanlon; outside guard, William Morris trustee, Martin Lydon chaplain. Rev. M. J. Lynch.
Connecticut western news., 1913-10-16
HORACE CALKINS RETIRED
Veteran of Second Heavies Gets Pen-
 sion from Santa Fe Railroad.

Veteran of Second Heavies Gets Pen.
 sion from Santa Fe Railroad.
 Horace F. Calkins, formerly of South Canaan, now of Wichita, Kansas, has just been retired on a pension of SEQ a month, by the Santa Fe Railroad, after nineteen years of service as watohman in Wichita. MT. Oalkins was a member of Company F, Second Connecticut Heavy Artillery, and is we'll remembered by many comrades, and older residents in this region. He made a visit to the East last year, and met many of his old time friends.
 A Wichita newspaper chronicles the fact of his retirement, as follows:
 After spending nineteen years of his life guarding the Douglas avenue and First street crossings for the Santa Fe railroad without au accident happening during his watch, Horace Calkins, a watchman for the Santa Fe railroad, was retired from active service on Satur- day with pension of $20 per month. His retirement became effective on Octo- Der l, although he didn't receive notice of it until Saturday.
 "Calkins, who is a veteran of the Civil war and draws pension of $24 from the government, has guarded Douglas avenue for eighteen years without an accident. For the past year, or since the new union station was started, he has been guard. ing the First street crossing"
Connecticut western news., 1913-10-16
Four Hurt in Auto Wreck.

Charles Kenney of Danbury is in the Norwalk Hospital with fractured skull and is in a serious condition, as result of an alleged joy ride Monday night. With Eugene Hunt and another friend he made up party in an automobile. owned by James Kelly of Danbury and driven by his son, Leo Kelly. and was enjoying high speed through the streets when the machine swerved it's course and crashed into telephone pole. The occupants were thrown out and were more or less injured, Hunt receiving a broken wrist. The machine was de- molished. Kelly was taken into custody of the police, but was later released.
Connecticut western news., 1913-10-16
SCOUTS RELAY RACE
Will Convey Message from President
 Garfield to Canaan.


 An interesting experiment in Boy Scout service is to take place Saturday of this week. under the direction of tht Berkshire County Scoutmasters' Council with the cooperation of the Canaan troop of Boy Scouts. The plan involves the carrying of message, by relays oi Boy Scout runners, from President Gar field, of Williams College, at Williams town, Mass, to John Rodemeyer, the editor of The News, at Canaan. The first Scout runners will leave Presi dent Garfeld's office in WilIiamstown, ar 500 o'clock, a. m.. and convey the message, in relays, to North Adams. 8 distance of miles, and so on by relays through North Adams. Adams, Cheshire Berkshire, Lanesboro and Dalton, Pitts field and Hinsdale, Leuox, Lee, Stock bridge, Great Harrington to Sheffield where the message will be given into the hands of the Canaan runners, who will bring it to MT. Rodemeyer's office where, according to the schedule, Il should be delivered at 4:20 p. m.
 The relay run is in charge of MT. D A. Holloway, physical directors of the Pittsfeld Y. M. O. A.. and the scout masters all along the route are enthusi astically cooperating with him.
 In the printed outline plan it is stated that Tn order to safeguard our scouts in case of accident such as turned ankle etc., we are planning to have g wagon or automobile follow the entire distance our troops will traverse. We throw this out as 8 suggestion to all who may be interested"
 Scoutmaster Charles Laffargue, of the Canaan Scouts is arranging the local boys share in the run, and will ac. company them with his automobile The Canaan Scouts will make an effort to rush the message through from Shef- field to Canaan Tn space of time that will compare favorably with any deg of the entire distance. The Scouts held 8 meeting last night, at which time the boys were assigned for the different stations of the six-mile run. ...
Connecticut western news., 1913-10-16
Bows Must Behave.

The performance of "The Girl from the Underworld" in Town Hall, Thurs day evening pleased small. sized audi
 ence. who would have enjoyed the en. tertalnment much more if certain boys in the audience, who know better. had not made themselves objectionable by thelr boisterous and offensive conduct. The authorities have awakened to the fact that it is high time such behavior was stopped, and if they carry out their expressed resolve. the very next time the young gentlemen indulge in unseemly conduct at public entertainment they will find themselves in serious difficulty.
Connecticut western news., 1913-10-16
Pilgrim Rrothe erhood.

The annual business meeting of the Brotherhood Glass of Pilgrim church was held at the parsonage Tuesday even ing. The following officers were elected: Frank Whiting, president John s. Reed, secretary {; David Roger, treasurer The following were elected program committee, George s. Fuller, Lester H. Adams, H. E. LYles and Rev. E. O. Gillette. It was voted to begin the ses- sions of the class on Sunday, Oct. 26. Refreshments and social time were en- joyed. Seventeen men were present.
Connecticut western news., 1913-10-16
BURGLARS WERE HERE
Gang that Looted New Milford Store
 Seen Below the Village.

Seen Below the Village.
 Canaan and Falls Village officers were notified by telephone. Sunday morning to be on the watch for four or five burg lars who had footed store in New Mill ford. Deputy Sheriff Rhoades and Con- stable Hornbeck were busy during the forenoon following up clues, but the men escaped. It appears that they came north on an early freight train, and were seen by parties below this village. Ofi- cers from New Milford ca me up in an auto and joined in the search. Later in the day the burglars were seen in Sails bury, but succeeded in eluding their pur- suers. It is supposed they travelled toward the Hudson river.
 The Danbury News of Monday told the story of the burglary. as follows:
 1 Burglars who alighted from freight train from Danbury broke into the sta tionary and sporting goods store of P. M. Oassedy, in the post office block in New Milford, yesterday morning, aoout six o'clock, and made away with goods val ned at between $I00 and $50.
 Frank Couch saw five suspicious look ing youths, one colored. boarding a freight train about to leave the New Milford station, at seven o'clock. After learping that they had come to town on the same train at 5:50 o'clock-the train being held up there for a change of crew he began @ search for Constable Andrew Nearing to tell him of his sus. picions that the youths had pulled off some job in the town.
 When he found the constable the train with the youths aboard had start ad off toward Canaan. Mir. Couch and she constable then began tour of the business district to see if there had been d burglary, and it was not long before they discovered the Cassedy store had been entered.
 ,. A report of the break was telephoned to Canaan, but suspected youths escaped that town without arrest, Sheriff McMahou and Constable Planz, in speedy automobile, put out from New Milford in pursuit. The officers last heard of the quintette in Salisbury.
 The burglars took sweaters, revolvers, knives and pocketbooks, in additions to cigarettes. cigars, chewing gun and ;kndy. The fact that they took chew fAg gum and candy makes it appear that only youths were concerned in the burglary. The euly descriptions given is that they are youths whose average age is about eighteen CT nineteen years. A search tor the burglars is being made in Danbury toe day.
 Entrance to the store was effected by someone climbing over the transom O. the front door aud then snapping black the lock on the door to admit the others.
Connecticut western news., 1913-10-16
Died of Eating Chestnuts.

A double funeral was held at Forest vile Monday, the two young sons of Mr. and Mrs. Charles T. Roberts having died within few hours of each other.
 An older boy, Edward, 6 years old, was taken dangerously ill few days be. fore the death of his brother, and on Saturday was taken to St. Francis Hospital. Hartford. He was suffering from an intestinal trouble caused by eat. ing chestnuts. About the time for the funeral of the younger boy Sunday af- ternoon news reached hls parents that the older one had dled in Hartford Ar engagements were then made for double funeral Monday at o'clock. The little boys ate oh ,stnuts the first part of the week and Dr. B. F. Donohue, the family physician says that was what caused the death of both boys.
Connecticut western news., 1913-10-16
Charlie Beauion's Patent.

A patent has just been issued to Chas. A. 3eaujon, of Canaan, on Il penholder or pencil brace, which is thus described by the Scientific American "The in- vention refers to stationery. and has particular reference to means for use in connection with penholders, pencils or the like. and serving to break up the tiresome and objectionable finger move ment that is acquired and used so gem orally, especially by children beginning to learn to write."
Connecticut western news., 1913-10-16
BRAKEMAN ARRESTED
Is Held Responsible for Railroad
 Wreck Here Last July.


 Wreck Here Last July.
 Deputy Sheriff Rhoades went to Dan bury, Tuesday. in pursuit of Brakeman Patrick F. O'Brien, who is held responsi- ble by Coroner Herman for the wreck at the Canaan stauon, July IS, which re- suited in the death of Mrs. F. M. Olin. of Falls Will ige, and severe injuries to a number of other passengers. The cor oner reported that the accident was due to the neglect of O'Brien, to stop the drifting section of the mixed train, which was backed into the side of a passing freight train on the O. N. E.
 Sheriff Rhoades was unable to locate his man on Tuesday, but enlisted the CO operation of the Danbury police, who reported to him the same night that they had arrested O'Brien. MT. Rhoades went back to Danbury yesterday morn ing, took charge of the prisoner. and es- corted him to Litohtield.
Connecticut western news., 1913-10-16
Town Pays It's Taxes.

The selectmep met last week to trans act business and pay the monthly bills. The taxpayers will be particularly inter. ested in the payment of taxes, by the State tax, $1 ,495. .25; county tax, $213.6I; and tax for the support, maintenance and expenses of the Connecticut Ma tional Guard $242 97, a total of $l, 1851. .83.
Connecticut western news., 1913-10-16
Practical Anyhow,

Representative Adamson of Georgia chairman of the committee on interstate and foreign commerce, and one of the wits of the lower house, says that in one of the rural counties of his state a minis ter was invited to dine by a gentleman who though wealthy, was poor feeder.
 When dinner hour arrived the parson was informed that times were powerful hard and there was not much to place before him. The parson was then asked to say grace.
 "Oh, Lord" said the parson, as he eyed the scant repast, make us thank ful for what we see and may we be able to find it when we reach for it. Let it not escape us and prove a snare and a delusion. Amen. Thank you for the greens. Washington Star.
Connecticut western news., 1913-10-16
Odd Fellows Entertain

After closing the regular meeting Monday night most enjoyable evening was spent by the members of Canaan Lodge No. 50, I. O. o. F., their wives, sweethearts and invited guests.
 An efficient committee consisting of G. $. Mather, F F. Stevens and V. M. Coe had arranged for bountiful supper which was served by the members to the guests. Then the company gathered around the tables in the lodge room and progressive whist was indulged in by most of the party. H. H. Scutt, lvanhoe Scott, l.. A. Caldwell and Howard Latin rop were in charge of the entertainment. N. E. Storm carried home the prize for the highest score.
Connecticut western news., 1913-10-16
BIG MASONIC NIGHT
Lodge Room Crowded With Masons
 to See Rev. Gillette Raised"

Lodge Room Crowded With Masons
 to See Rev. Gillette Raised"
 Last Thursday night was a memorable one for Housatonic Lodge, F. and A. M. The occasion was the raising" Of Rev. E. 0. Gillette to the sublime degree of Master Mason" The work was done by Past Masters of Lodges, of whom twenty were present. The chairs were occupied as follows:
 W. M., Horace E. Holt. of Housatonic Lodge; s. w.. A. w. Bailey, Blazing Star. West Cornwall; J. w., l.. O.. Rhoades, Housatonic; s. D., W. D. Shel don, Housatouic; J. D., James H. Gra- ney, Housatonic; s. S., W. W. Rowland. Housatonic; J. S.. F. Arlington Yutz- Ter, Blazing Star; secretary, G. F.. De- Hart; treasurer. Fred. A. Collin; tyler, L. F. Howe; chaplain. Rev. w. Howard Mills; marshal, Charles Laffargue.
 Past Grand Master W. G. Granniss, of Litchtield; Grand Seuior Deacon L.. J. Nickerson, of West Cornwall, and District Deputy Charles M. Beach, of New Milford, were present and partici pated in the ceremonies. Visiting Masons from various lodges were present, there being an attendance of over 100
 At the close of the lodge room cere- monies the ladies of Esther Chapter, Eastern Star, served splendid supper in the dining room and kitchen, and is was long after midnight when the fes- tivities were ended,
Connecticut western news., 1913-10-16
Sousa's Band is Different.

The first musical impulse with the majority of human beings is to whistle or hum a tune which he or she can keep step to. The melody may be something popular, or an air never heard before, but it will involuntarily fit the rhythm of regular motion. This natural in- stinct Is what makes march music so universally popular. A stirring march. played by any band, will bring a stimu- latlng thrill to the most unemohonai. And when the band is Sousa's, conduct ed by John Philip Sousa, and the march is famous one of his own ,-srch as will be heard here at the Sousa concert at The Mahaiwe Theatre. Great Burlington on Friday afternoon October IF, the exhilaration produced is indescrbablo.
Connecticut western news., 1913-10-16
Cleaner Sold.

The Lee Cleaner has been sold by Editor White, to "a group of local men who do not wish their names known. but will make their own announcement next week" The purchase was made by E. F. Strong, who will manage the establishment. Success to him
Connecticut western news., 1913-10-16
Steve Rassipi ScaIded.

Stephen Rassigi. who left the employ of A. P. Briggs a short time ago, to work for Stone 6 Webster at Falls Village was frightfully scalded yesterday. He was leaning against steam pipe, when it burst. enveloping him in steam. He is badly burned from head to foot, and a trained nurse has been called to care for him.
Connecticut western news., 1913-10-16
William Am stead.

William Amstead, of Clayton, A mem- Der of David s. Cowles Post, c. A. R. died Tuesday after long and painful illness. He was a veteran of the 49th Massachusetts, Company E, and had lived for many years in Clayton. His wifi died about a year ago. The funeral will be held tomorrow at his late resi- dence at ? o'clock.
Connecticut western news., 1913-10-16
A Daughter to Stage

W. P. Stage, engineer on the May. brook and of the 0. N. E.. was in town Tuesday en route to Winsted to get his first glimpse of his two weeks old daugh: ter, who was born there Oct. 1. MT. and Mrs. Stage will move their house. hold goods from Canaan to Maybrook soon,
Connecticut western news., 1913-10-16
An Aged Patriot.

Jeremiah Hallock, the oldest resident of New Hartford, went to the polls last week Monday and voted his seventy third town ballot. He is 94 years of age, is we'll and quite vigorous. He is an ar dent prohibitlonist and is pronounced in his views against womans suffrage.
Connecticut western news., 1913-10-16
Progress on the Bridge.

Messrs. Peirce and Knight are making progress in the work of constructing the new highway bridge, at East Canaan. The stone-work was completed early in the present week, and the work of ad- iusting the iron parts begun. It is prob- able that next week will see the structure very near completion.
Connecticut western news., 1913-10-16

"Hobbs is pessimist isn't he ?''
 Not exactly. 1 should call him an opti- -pessimist.
 What do you mean?"
 "He acknowledges that every cloud has a silver lining, but grumhles because it is on the farther side. ."-Boston Trans Crlpt.
Connecticut western news., 1913-10-16
First B. M A. Smoker.

President Holsapple has designated Thursday evening. Oct. 30. for the first smoker of the Business Mems Associa- tion. Get Together. Pull Together.
Connecticut western news., 1913-10-16

''Has Harris confirmed hissuspicions?" NO but he has affirmed them, which is the same thing. Buffalo Express.
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1913-01-02

The Peoples Church, Robert H.
Pratt, Minister.
Morning service of worship and
preaching at 1890. Subject, Civ
ing as a Spiritual Gift" Sunday
School at II m. Start the year
right by attending our school.
Evening preaching service at 1880.
Subject, The Enthusiasm OF
Jesus"
There will be Union Meetings
throughout the week in celebration
of the Week of Prayer. See special
notice.
You have been making resolu-
tions, do not forget that it is the
realization of them that counts
Josh Billings said, Konsider the
postage stamp m son, its virtue
konsists in sticking to one thing
until it gets there" Let your coat
of arms for the coming year be g
pot of glue rampant and bull dog
couChant.
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1913-01-02
RIVER FALLS, WIS.

Special courses of study are pro-
vided for High School graduates as
well as for those who have complet-
ed the common schools and grades
in city schools.
The Diploma of the school be-
comes a Life State Certificate after
the holder has taught successfully
for one year and received the ap-
prevail of the State Superintendent
of Public instruction.
An Elementary course Of two and
one-half years is offered which leads
to the Certificate. This becomes a
State Certificate which is valid for
fiveN years, after the holder has
taught successfully for one year.
The school has large reference
and text book libraries and well
equipped physical and biological
laboratories. Excellent facilities
are provided for special work in
Manual Training, Domestic Science,
Music, Drawing and Physical Train
ing.
Tuition is free in the Model Grades.
The pupils in these grades have the
advantages Of the courses in Music,
Drawing, Manual Training, Domes-
tic Science and Physical Training.
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1913-01-02
SWEDISH MISSION

New Years in the city at 1880 a.
m. In the Mann Valley church al
1880 p. m.
Sunday, January S, service in the
city at at 1880 a. m. In the Mann
Valley church at 2:30 p. m.
During the week there will be prayer
meetings in the city Monday night,
January 6, and Thursday night,
January 9. In the Mann Valley
church on Tuesday night, January
7, and Friday night, January 10.
On the East Side on Wednesday,
January 8. All these meetings at
7:30 p. m.
THoRvALD MYHRER, Pastor.
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1913-01-02
First Publication Dec 10, 1921
Order for Adjustm ent of Claims
by the Court

STATE OF WISCONSIN, County Court for
Pierce County.
In the matter of the will of John T. Nelson,
deceaSed,-IN PROBATE.
Letters testamentary on the will of John It.
Nelson, deceased, late of the town OF
River Falls. in said cOun ty, having been issued
to Anna Nelson on the seventeenth day of
December, A. ID 1912
IT Is ORDERED. That the claims and demands
of all persons against said John II. Nelson,
deceased, be examined and adjusted by
the said County curt, at the regular term
thereof, to be held at the County Court Room
Pierce county, on the first Tuesday, being the
the 2nd day of September. A. ID. 1913.
ORDERED FURTHER, That all claims for ne
ceSSary funeral expenses, for the expenses
of the last sickness of decedent, and for debts
having n pref renee under the laws of the
United States. which shall have been present
ed within sixty days after the date OF this
order. will be examined and adjusted by this
Court at the regular term of this court to be
held at the Court House in the village of Ellis
worth, in said county, on the 18th day OF
February, A. ID 1913.
ORDERED FURTHER, That until and including
the 1st day of September, A. d. 1913, be and
hereby is the time fixed, limited and allowed
for the creditors of said John II. Nelson
deceased. to present their claims and demands
for examination and allowance.
And that notice thereof be given, by publi-
cation of this order and notice for four con
SecuJiVe weeks as provided in Section 1850 of
the Wisconsin Statutes, in the River Falls
Journal a weekly newspaper, published at the
city Of River Falls, in said county.
Dated December II, A. ID. 1912
BY the Court.
ALLEN p. WELD County Judge
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1913-01-02
FIRST publication Dec. 10, 1922
Notice of Final Settlement and
Assignment

STATE OF WISCONSIN, County Court for
Pierce County.-In Probate
NOTICE is hereby given that at regular
term of the County Court to be held in and for
said county at the County Court room in the
village of Ellsworth, in said county, on the list
Tuesday (beiog the 18th day) of February. A. ID.
1913 at 10 O'Clock a m, the following matters
will be heard and considered:
The application of Emil Janish, administrator
OF the estate of Frank JaniSh, late of the
town of River Falls in said county, deceas-
ed, for the examination and allowance of his
final account of his administration. and for the
assignment of the residue of the estate of
said Frank JaniSh. deceased, to such other
persons as are by law entitled to the same
BY order of the Court
Dated December H. 1912,
ALLEN'P WELD County Judge.
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1913-01-02
(Erst publication December IL, 19lI)
Notice of Final Settlement and
As siPnment.

STATE OF WISCONSIN, Court for
Pierce County.-In Probate.
Notice is hereby given that at a special
term OF the County Court La be held in and for
sale county at the County Court room in the
village of Ellsworth in said county. on the Srd
tuesday (be1ng the 21st day) of Jan. A. d. 1918,
at 10 o'clock a m, the following matters
will be heard and conSide ed:
The application of Roderic McGregor ex-
e9utor of the will of Mathilda Woodburn. late
OF the city of River Falls in said county de-
ceased. for the examination and allowance of
his final account If his administration, and for
the assignment OF the residue of the estate of
Methilda WoOdburn. deceased to such other
persons as are by law entitled TO the same.
BY order of the Court.
Dated Dec. l2. 1912.
ALLEN p WELD, County Judge
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1913-01-02
METHODIST EPISCOPAL

Sunday, January 1880 a. m.
preaching service, "Sealed Orders. -
Sunday School at II m, and Ep-
worth League at $50 p. m
Evening service at 1880, Sealed
Orders" All are invited.
Plan to attend services the week
of prayer beginning January in
the Baptist. church.
G. A BIRD, Pastor.
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1913-01-02
HOME CULTURE CLUB
JANUARY 8, 1918

JANUARY 8. 1918
CURRENT TOPIC-Life of Woodrow Wilson
Leader, Mrs Anna BOrner.
HISTORY LESSON-Louis XIV.
Remaining Wars. Colonial Expansion.
North America and India.
Leader, Mrs. Mabe Flower.
Hostess, Mrs Ada Bliss.
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1913-01-02
Emblem of Charity.

Love, kindness, liberation, what
ever charity may be, or if she is COM
pounded of them all, know not. All
that | do know, is that she is rare,
and that her emblem on a sailors arm
lis always drawn between the anchor
and the Observation-Disclosures
ham.