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The times dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1903-1914, 1914-04-15
COME TO SUDDEN HALT
Negotiations In Connection with To-
bnccO Trust Mny BE Resumed.
ISnpcinl n The ,

>.F.5Fc,,T'II TO TT TTIeS TJISPHICTl.I
between the government and the legal
representatives OF the tobacco trust,
relative to the prosecution of the Met
ropolitan Company for the violation
OF the jobbing clause of the tobacco de-
cree OF dissolution. came to an unex-
pcctcd halt To-day. 1t is expected ihe
company viii bc given another two
weeks TO digest the plan Of dissolution
by inviting other jobbers into the field.
and by agreeing 10 sell brands Impair
TALLY.
Meanwhile, Mr.. Marshall said lie did
not know when the next conference
would be held, and that he would not
be able to make statement on the
situation for some time.
The belief grows that the govern
mcnt, aggravated by the long delays
of the counsel for tho trust. will im-
sist next month in institutinS suit
against the Metropolitan.
The times dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1903-1914, 1914-04-15
LANDS IN CENTRAL PARK


TTD"NIaI 70 ] Il'' IlNcs- HI ; p.ttcN-
New York. April III. Guy Gil
patrick. AN intrepid aviator, to-day
few oyer tiempst.ad Plains. l.. J., over
the SKY signs Of the great White Way
lp 10 Central Park Tho night only
took twenty minutes, but tiilpatrick
ran snort OF oil so ne Tilted the head
OF his plane toward a nice green plot
OF sprouting pasture In the park and
descended at great speed and at an
alarming angle.
"Snu can't land hcrc--l5cep to tho
path shouted n mounted policeman
10 the air'nan. using his hands as a
megapiiorc.
II can't hclp myself" said Gilpatrick.
the motor is hot" The landing plane
tore UP a stretch OF the sproutinS her
haCe. The policeman arrested Gil
patrick, and coniiscated his machine.
The aviator may also lose his license
for flyinG over a city against the rules
Of the Aero Club OF America.
The times dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1903-1914, 1914-04-15
POLE HUNT NEEDS 100000
tmundScn'S Arctic Expedition Can't
SImrt lnIcSs t.auinncu.


Washington, ID. G.. April 14.-Privata
reports from. Christiania were received
here tonight that Captain Roald
.Amundsen the Norwegian explorer.
must havcAs2O0, 900 before he can equip
his proposed polar expedition. In
plorcrs and scientists here expressed
the belief that il would be practically
impossible to raise the required sum.
Tho reports from Christiania said that
Amundsens ship. the Fran. after com
pletinG repairs ~ Montevideo, Uruguay,
would sail for Norway, the plan being
for her TO leave there and pass through
the Panama Canal to tho Pacific coast
early in 1915, provided 100000 can be
raised before that time
The National GcoEra phical Society
here recently decided 10 appropriate
S2o,o6o for the Amundsen expedition.
According TO announced plans. the ex-
petition is scheduled to leave the Pacific
coast next year, TO explore the polar
basin The vast tract between North
crn Canada. Alaska and Asia, including
the North Pole, is contemplated to be
traVerScd by the explorer. and ii is; cN-
pcctcd that the voyage will require at
least four years work i'll the polar ice.
The times dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1903-1914, 1914-04-15
THINKS PALMER WILL WIN
Secretary Daniels Advocates His Flee
ton In IinrrisburE Spcech.

fSpccIal o The Times hi spatch.l
Washington. April l+.-t,onErcssman n
\ Mitchell Palmer. who recently an
uounccd himself a candidate for the
senator Eoies Peurose. for over a de-
cadc the Republican boss OF the Key
stone state. VIII lac elected IN the pri-
mary TO hc held this fall, according to
Secretary OF the NaVr Josephus
Daniels. who returned to-day from that
state. whore. he made an address yes
terday for Palmer.
Navy went TO Harri sburg yesterday
ana hoth made addresses at .Jencr-
son Day banquet Daniels stated on
his return that Palmer has an excel
lent campaign presence. makes a good
spccch has good progressive Demo-
cratic ideas. and is held in high regard
is the Peuusy iVania people. g. r. NJ
The times dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1903-1914, 1914-04-15
VINCENT ASTOR ILL
PhysicinnS Think II May Re Necessary
TO Postpone Wedding.

New York. April 14-Vincent Actor
is seriously III at the country place
of Mr.. and Mrs. Robert p. HUNTINGTON.
whose daughter. Helen. he Is to marry
on April 80.
lie was stricken last night. and his
temperature rose To i05. He was better
to-day, but Mr.. Huntington said that
physicians still regarded his condition
as serious. although there was such a
marked Improvement IN comparison to
Last night that they hoped the crisis
had been passed. lie added that it
might be necessary TO postpone the
wedding.
Young Astor recently exposed him
self white boating, and congestion OF
The lungs developed. Physicians were
not sure, however. that he had pneu-
monia
The times dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1903-1914, 1914-04-15
BIG GAINS IN EARNINGS
Increase Of S2t5.802 for Quarter bY
Telephone md Telegraph Comppuy.

ISpecial 10 The Times -Dispatcii. |
Now York. April li.-Net earnings Of
tho American Telephone and Telegraph
Company Increased S23J $50 for the
quarter ended March Al
After allowing for all charges, there
was n balance of SSlSI.76l available
for dividends, which is q decrease OF
$i.3Ai. Surplus after payments to
shareholders was $i.292.2ll. a decrease
of $ll2.232. Tile companies in the
United states. not including SUD
licensed companies. report a decrease
IN surplus for the period of S260.30S
although GrOSS imcrnnScM So.Ohl JIG.
The times dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1903-1914, 1914-04-15
BENNETT MUCH IMPROVED

with Members of Pnrty Leaves for villa
in SoUth of France.
Especial Cable to The Times Dispatch.
Cairo, Egypt. April Thames Cor
don Benefits attending physicians held
n final conSulta tion at the iIcliopolis
Hotel last night. Dr. Melton after
wards said that Mr.. Bennett showed re-
marsablc Improvement. Accordingly,
the plan for tho removal OF tho pa
tent was carried out to-day. and all
Mr.. Bcnnctts party left on q special
train for Alexandria. where they will
embark on the Yacht Lysistratc for
Rcaulie,. in the south Of France, whcrc
Mr.. Bennett has a villa.
The times dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1903-1914, 1914-04-15
MARTIAL LAW DECLARED
Oklahoma Governor Orders out 'Troops
to Enforcc AntignmhlimE I.nMs.

oklahoma City, okla. April ii.-ln
orders declaring that gamblers aud
law. riolators shall not longer haunt
their Vice in The face OF the decent
citizenship OF oklahoma" Governor Lee
Crucc Tonight declared the fair grounds
ut Tulsa under martial law. and di-
rectcd Frank NJ. Canton. Adjutant Gen
cral, 10 order out sufficient force OF
state troops TO enforce the state anti
gambling laws.
This action was taken when tho Adj
iutant General, who is In Tulsa, re-
ported to the Governor that nothv-ith-
standing Il restraining order issued last
night hv District Judge u. NJ. Poe
bookmakerS were operating at the
fair grounds track. where the spring
race meeting OF the Tulsa Jockey Club
opened YESTERDAY
The times dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1903-1914, 1914-04-15
SHAKE HANDS IN HOUSE

UndcrOOOd md iiOhson Greet Each
other for I'irst Time In MOnthn.
WASHINGTON, April 14.--Reprcsenta-
tivcs Underwood and IIobson. senate
rial candidates in one or tho bittcrest
campaigns fought in Alabama, met and
shook hands in tho House to-day.
How arc YOU, Underworld" said Mr..
iIObSon, and the majority leader re-
turned his handclasp with Il Fine,
Captain Ilobson."
It was the first exchange between
the two on the iioor of the House for
months.
The times dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1903-1914, 1914-04-15
DISCHARGED FROM CUSTODY
NOlIc FrOSs TnIcn In Case Against
GhurlH4 -. Ncllcn.

Bridgeport. Conn. April 1f.--charics
S. Mcllcn, former president OF the New
Haven Railroad, who last year was ar
rested on Il bench warrant charging
him with manslauEhtcr, because OF
deaths in a wreck at West Port, was
discharged from custody to day follow
ing nolic pross of the charge by
Judge ruttlc.
Action by the court was taken on
the recommendation or the Attorney
General that the case be dismissed for
the lack of evidence
The times dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1903-1914, 1914-04-15
WHISPERS PRICED 100000

Loser. However, Waited Too Long to
sue. and Case IN Thrown out.
WaShingtou -. C.. April 1i.--E. \
OSullivam, Il New Orleans lawyer want
cd to sue Paul FcliN and William w
stiles for $4,000 because they cut of
his whiSlcrs in 1905 in an election
prank. but tho Supreme Court to-day
decided he had waited too long, and
threw out his case.
The times dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1903-1914, 1914-04-15
HIS SENTENCE COMMITTED
Former Atlantic city Political Leader
To nc ItcIcnscd Erom priNnm.

Trenton. y. J.. April Ii.--T.ouis
kuchnle. former political leader OF At
laniic City, will bc released from state
prison on June |. the state Court of
Pnrdons to-day having commutcd his
sentence of ono. year. I<uchnle was
CONVICTED Of participating, while IL pub
lie official, in tho letting Of q contract
TO company in which he WAS inter
eStcd.
The times dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1903-1914, 1914-04-15
Mnnocuvrcs for Soldiers.

f.9IIe.t"n 1'ay Anri, 'Gni
thousand soldiers constituting tho
available strength OF the Second Di-
ri o'clock tomorrow morning $50
mile march from Galveston to Houston,
Continued On Second PagcD
The times dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1903-1914, 1914-04-15

lContinu"d On Second PagcD
Putnam patriot., 1914-01-09
InsensibIe Nearly Twenty-fOur Hours

Patrick Ryan, who said he had re- gently been discharged from a penal institution at Bridgewater, Mass. after having served term of months, was sentenced to 30 days for drunkenness in the city court Friday morning.
 People in the house at the Wheaton farm saw man stagger by and go down beside the road. They covered him with blanket and summoned the police. When the man was put in cell and several hours elapsed and he did not revive, physician wus sum- moned and treated him. He did not regain consciousness however and it was not until Friday morning that he twas able to talk. He was about fifty years old and had closely cropped hair. He said after being discharged he went to Springfield and from there here and wanted to get to New York. There was an air of mystery about the man.
Putnam patriot., 1914-01-09
Surprise Party to Young Lady

Friends Of Miss Eva Martineau re- gently gave her surprise party at the home of her parents on Elm street. During the evening Miss Dora Bousquet read an address express ing the esteem and regard of those present., presented Miss Martineau a gold bracelet. The remainder of the evening was enjoyed in singing, instrumental playing and also in games. Those present were: Misses Dora Bousquet, Bella Bertrand, Euphonie St. Onge, Mrs. Edmond Bousquet of Southbridge, Bella Cont noir, Fabiola and Antoinette Derosiers, Mirena Proulx, MT. and Mrs. Joseph Mason, Pauline Grady, Yvonne Vad- nias, MT. and Mrs. Alphonse Marti- neau, Marion Renshaw, Della and Aldea Largesse, Willimantic, Agnes Foley, MT. and Mrs. IL. Contnoir, Henry Belec, Leo Bertrand, Wilfred Martineau, Albert ,Boline, Henry TetreauIt, Walter Jagus, George Laperle, Joseph Gelig, Ephrem Re- nier, Joseph Blanchard, North Gros- venordale.
Putnam patriot., 1914-01-09
John Danahey Frozen While Asleep
May Have Fallen Down Embankment

John Danahey, 47, of Elliotts, was frozen to death last Sunday night His body was found behind the barn of E. l.. Gleason, Pomfret, Monday after noon, by boy who went out to feed some chickens. The body was brought slip of paper with the name, John H.. Murphy, Fitchburg, Mass, and d box number. It was at first thought that this was the dead mans name but the following day word was received that Murphy was alive and well in Fitch- burg. Wednesday afternoon the body was identified as Danahey by his neph- ew, Michael Danahey: section boss for the New Haven road. The nephew had been in Worcester on a visit and upon his return found,that his uncle, ing. He learned of the finding of the body and came to Putnam and found that the dead m an was hts uncle.
 How the man came behind the barn is not known. There was Ia deep cut upon his forehead and his knees and shins were bruised, and the theory is that he fell down the railroad bank and then .crawled to where he was found. The people in the house heard a dog barking during the night, and went out to see what the cause was bul found nothing.
Putnam patriot., 1914-01-09
Pastor Baptizes Son
Baptist Church Calendar

Last Sunday by request of Rev. MT. Heath, who is co-pastor with Dr. Johnson, of the Warren avenue Bap tist church of Boston, your pastor, Rev. J. R. Stuobert, preached the morning sermon before the ordinance of bap- tism was administered. Pastor Heath baptized three, then we followed and baptized our dear son, Harold, and his wife. Over thousand people witnes- sed the ordinance, many of them in tears. It was great and joyful day to our souls. Our joy was full. Glory and praise and thanksgiving to our heavenly Father, who hears and an- swers prayer. In the evening Dr. Johnson preached a powerful sermon, about fifteen hundred people listened with rapi attention to the Gospel mes sage. At the close an after meeting was held when Dr. Johnson pleaded in most kind and gentIemauly man. ner for sinners to give themselves to Christ when seven or more arose for prayers. Thus ended one of the hap piest Sundays of our lives.
Putnam patriot., 1914-01-09
ELKS' CHARITY BALL
Proceeds for Local Charity
Thursday Evening, Jan. 18th

Putnam Lodge of Eiks will hold their second annual Charity Ball in Union hall next Thursday evening, Jan. 18th. There has been a large ad- vance sale of tickets and everyone is invited. The whole proceeds will be used for charitable purposes among the poor and needy of Putnam.
 Mellom's singing orchestra of Wor- cester will furnish music. There will be a concert program from to 8 30 after which the grand march will form led by Exalted Ruier James B. Tatem, .r. Eighteen dances, with extras, ,wiil follow, with an intermission after the tenth dance.
 The affair being for charity wholly it appeals to every person in the city and those who do not care for dancing may find entertainment lin listening to the concert and looking on. To those who enjoy the dance it may be said that the music will be excellent. All are assured of a pleasant evenings entertainment. Tickets may be had of mem hers or at the box office the night of the ball.
Putnam patriot., 1914-01-09
Organ Recital at the Methodist Church

Many braved the bad weather Sun day night to listsn to the organ play ing of Dr. Minor C. Baldwin at the musical service in the Methodist church. The program was classical and was played with depth of feeling and masterful skill seldom heard. Dr.. Baldwin is universally acknowledged to be one of the great organists in the world. Putnam people were exceed ingly fortunate, therefore, in having an opportunity to heal such an artist. The program follows:
 Great Toccata Bach Reverie Baldwin Etude Symphonic for Pedals Bossi Andante Beethoven Overture Rossini Pilgrim Chorus from Tannhauser
 Wagner The ladies trio, Night Is Waning, by Miss Foster, Mrs. Bassett and Miss Cutler and the soprano solo, Wonder full Night, by Miss Florence Darling were beautifully rendered.
Putnam patriot., 1914-01-09
Joint installation

There was large gathering in St. Jean's hall Sunday evening to witness the public installation of the newly elected officers of Union St. Jean Bap.
 tiste d d'Amerique No 47 and Counceil
 La Concorde, the ladies department of the order. The installing officer
 was secretary of the Grand Council Vizena of Woonsocket assisted by a staff of the Danielson council. There was violin and piano duet by Miss Daigle and Mrs. Mayheu, cornet duet by MT. Le>esque and daughter, violin
 and piano Miss and Master Beausoleil. A fine address was given by the visit ing grand secretary and others. Mem- bers of the order were present from
 Danielson, the Grosvenordales, Atta- 'waugan and Dayville. Ice cream and cake were served. In the afternoon members of the local union went to North Grosvenordale to attend the in- .stallation of the Grosvenordale union.
Putnam patriot., 1914-01-09
Red Cross Car Coming

The first aid to the injured car of the National Red Cross society will be in this city the 2lst. The car is in charge of Dr. NJ. J. Shields and left Buffalo March 22nd. Lectures are given to railroad employees in first aid to the in- jured and also on the importance of safety. Manufacturers and their em- ployes are also invited to hear the lee- lures and it is planned to procure a hall If someone will kindly donate one for the worthy purpose so that large number may get the benefit of the in struction. The car Is covering the New Haven system by the courtesy ol President Eustis.
Putnam patriot., 1914-01-09
Salvation Army

There will be farewell meeting Sun day evening for Captain Elizabeth Graham ,who is to leave Putnam to take up work in the slums of New York looking out for children. The new work was solicited by the Captain as it is to her liking.
 Captain Graham came to Putnam Oct. 22nd and although her stay has been short she will leave many friends behind. She wishes to thank the pub lie for the support they have given which has been very encouraging. IThe poor have come to know the captain and hold her in high esteem.
 The captains successor has not as yet been appointed. Lieutenant Ear quharson will remain for a while. En- sign Tyler, divisional secretary, will be present Saturday night and Sunday. Meetings at and 8 p. m. All well come,
Putnam patriot., 1914-01-09
Glare Ice Causes Tumbles
Some Have Broken Bones

Putnam awoke Sunday morning to find the city covered in coat of glare ice. Many people sustained falls dur ing the day and were more or less in- jured. Mrs. Otis Keith, 65, went out to fasten blind at her home on King street and fell breaking her wrist. She was taken to the Day Kimball hospi- tai. Edmond Osier of the north end of the city fell while going from his house to the woodshed and broke q rib. He was attended at his home. Frank Skeritt, blacksmith for Joseph Burk, was sharpening horse in an emergency case in the morning. The horse gave kick and the sharp calk tore deep gash in his leg. He was taken to the hospital. The blacksmith shops were full of horses Monday morning. It was so slippery, especial y on the new smicite roadway, that the horses could not be driven but had 10 be led to the shops.
Putnam patriot., 1914-01-09
Methodist Episcopal Church

Last Sunday morning four of our young people were baptized and joined the church.
 The Epworth League will have charge of the evening service next Sun day, which will be led by Miss Bea- triee Bishop.
 The Mems class will hold their monthly meeting on Friday evening at the home of NJ. II. Bartlett, School street.
 All ladies interested in Home mis- sions are invited to attend the meeting to be held at the home of Mrs. C. B. Gascoigne Saturday afternoon.
 District Superintendent Scrivener of Norwich will be present and preach on Sunday evening, Jan. IS, holding the fourth quarterly conference at the church Tuesday evening, Jan. 20.
Putnam patriot., 1914-01-09
Judge Mann Takes Office

J Harry Mann, appointed by Gov ernor Baldwin, judge of the Putnam city court, presided over the court Monday morning for the first time. The oath Of office was administered by Judge l.. II. Fuller who retires from the bench. Judge Mann immediately administered the oath to DeputyJ udge M..H. Geissler. John McNalIy was then presented on a charge Of intoxica- tion and sentenced to pay fine of B and costs taxed at s9.09, and placed in charge of the clerk as special probation officer with the understanding that if the fine was paid within ten days the costs would be remittea.
Putnam patriot., 1914-01-09
Officers Installed

Jessamine Chapter, Order Eastern Star installed the following officers last evening: Worthy Matron, Mrs. Mary J. Wright; worthy patron, Ro- bert Harris; associate matron, Mrs. Daisy Oh ase; secretary, Mrs. Jessie A. McIntre; treasurer, Mrs. Inez V. Hoyle; marshall, Mrs. Ella Hall; chap lin, Mrs. Nellie LaBelle; organist, Mrs. Emma Phillips; Adah, Mrs. Hat tie Miller; Esther. Miss Agnes Coven- try, Martha, Mrs. Nellie Bates; Electa, Mrs. Alice Kennedy;l warden, Mrs. Sadie E. Williams, sentinel, k. H.. Payne.
Putnam patriot., 1914-01-09
HOLIDAY CHEER
Salvation Army Christmas Effort
Many Lives Frightened

The Salvation Army officers, Cap tain K. Graham and Lieutenant l.. Farquharson, wish to thank the many friends for their kind assistance in giv- ing their liberal donatio1s for our Christmas work among the poor. We gave out on Christmas eve thirty bas- kets each containing a dinner in size to give the largest family great plen- ty. The baskets contained a rolled roast of beef cut in size as the family might need, also vegetables, tea and coffee, butter, cranberries, loaf of bread, large pie, and a bunch of cele- ". We have also given large amount of clothing and number of pMrs of shoes. Then on New Years eve we had our Christmas tree, giving about l50 new toys, also candy, nuts, and oranges. There was an attendance of about 100. All enjoyed good time. The program for the concert was as follows:
 Opening song, Tell me the Story of
 Jesus, By all Prayer Envoy Fred Reynolds Responsive reading Ensign Bessie
 Wenlock of Webster Song, While Shepherds Watched Their
 Flocks by Night, Children Address, Christmas Bells,
 Captain E. Graham Song, Away in a Manager, Children Solo, Should 1 Be Ashamed of Jesus,
 Lieut.. l.. Farquharson Recitation, A Wonder Tree,
 Bertha Holgerson Solo, Beautiful Jesus, Bright Star of
 Earth, Captain Graham Recitation, Why Do Bells for Christi
 mas Ring, Lena Holgerson Chorus, Joy Bells Ringing Recitation, Two Little Eyes to Look
 God, Frank and Donald Berry Recitation, 1 Am Little Light-haired
 Girl, Mary Blood Chorus, Jesus Loves Me, Children Recitation, The World is Round,
 Willie Holgerson Recitation, About Bonnet,
 Captain Graham Reading of the Scripture Song, Jingle Bells, By all Benediction
 Prayer
 We also wish to state that our in- come for our Christmas dinner and tree was as follows:
Putnam patriot., 1914-01-09
Bradley Theatre.

The grand opera singers of the Bos- ton opera house gave lovers of music another treat at the Bradley theatre Tuesday evening. They are way above anything in the vocal music line that has ever before appeared in this city. They deserve the highest praise and Putnam has been fortunate in hearing them twice. The concert was short ened to allow time for the opera, "La Traviata," which was given complete with costumes and scenery. The ar tists were warmly received and the performance was even more popular than the last when Caveleri Rustacana was presented.
Putnam patriot., 1914-01-09
MAYORS MESSAGE

Gentlemen of the Common Council:
 At this time, the end of my second term as Mayor and the commencement of the third, it again becomes my duty to communicate to you a general statement of the situation, state and condition of the City in relation to its several departments, and to recom- mend the adoption of such measures as may deem expedient in conDec- tion with the peace. security, health. and general weIl-being of the City and the improvement of it's government.
 In the first place, I wish to thank sincerely every person who has served as member of the Common Council during the past year, for your oval support, regardless of political divisions. for the welfare of our com munity, and for the courtesy shown me and encouragement given me at all dimes. During the past few years our city has passed through one of the most critical periods of it's exist ence. Up to within a year or two we had none of the Improvements reces-
Putnam patriot., 1914-01-09
PUTNAM HIGH SCHOOL NOTES

The scheduled game between the Windham H. $. ard the Putnam H. $. basket ball teams was played of in the P. H. $. gym Monday, Jan. 5, the visitors winning 29-2S. Excepting the Woodstock-Putnam game it was the hardest game played so far this year. Fuller starred for the home team and Kelley and Chapell played we'll for the visitors although Kelley was covered hard by Angell.