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The Press., 1914-06-03
aanaa of nireotlon.

The apparently marvellous way In which Indians. Eskimos and other primitive people make their way through forests. snow covered areas or other regions which have little to tndi- cate direction to white newcomers has led to a widespread belief that they possess a mysterious sixth sense of df- rection. Vilbjalmur StefanSson. the arctic traveller. who has lived much with Eskimos, is very skeptical about the existence. of any superiority of sense of direction among primitive peo- ples of any kind and gives strong evi- dence from personal experience that Eskimos have no such superiority. The ability of Indians and others to find their way he attributes solely to their familiarity with the country through which they are travelling. They note many things that they have seen be- fore and that have no, significance to the stranger in their land. White men can and do acquire the same ability to
 1nd their way when they have learned to know a country When the land :s equally strange to the white man and the Indian or Eskimo. the white man. because of his better developed reason ing power, is more likely to have cor rect idea of direction than the Eskimo. News.
The Press., 1914-06-03
Trea Roots.

An article by A. Howard in the Agri, cultural Journal of India describes the attempts made at the Pusa experimen tai station to protect field crops from injury by the roots of neighboring trees, by digging a deep trench each year between the trees and the adja- cent cultivated area. In the case of some trees this plan proved successful, but not in the case of others, such as the pipal. banyan and teak. When the trenches were opened up it was found that the several roots had be come connected again. New roots had been formed at the cut extremity. They had grown across the trench. which was twenty-four to thirty inch es wide. and united with the severed portion of the root by process of nat, ural grafting. followed by a rapid thickening of the connections. which attained a thickness of 8 to 1.1 inches in twelve months. '..
The Press., 1914-06-03
MANS SHIELD.

Miss Fannie Tessar and lady friend spent Saturday at Edgar Schubeler's.
 Sunday, MT. and Mrs. Ivan Wilcox and children motored to Rockville and called at William Martins.
 MT. and Mrs. Crystal and daughter and husband of New London were guests of Mrs. Frances Newcomb and family, Saturday. :"
 Mrs. J. B. Morrow entertained her son and daughter from Hartford Saturday, and her daughter from Kingston, R +, Saturday and Sunday. -.
 MT. and Mrs. Ivan Wilcox and daugh- ter, Sarah, accompanied by Mrs William Martin of Rockville, took an Auto ride to Jewett City, Memorial Day.
 Mr and Mrs. A. Y. Burdick enter tained a family party Memorial Day. Those present were MT. and Mrs. David Russ, George Russ, Ruth M. Russ, and Miss Mary Warren of Mt. Hope, and Mrs. E. B. Durkee and daughter, Sylvia, of Mansfield.
 Mrs. Benjamin Rickley of Portewen, New York, and Mrs. Amanda Murray and son John F. Torrington, were visitors at Ivan Wilcox's the first of the week. Tuesday they accom- panied the family to the funeral of Mrs. WiIcox's mother, Mrs. John Rhodes of Holland.
The Press., 1914-06-03
Moose Meadow.
UNION,

John Buckley was home from Hart ford for Memorial day.
 Mrs. Oliver Howlett visited rela- tives in town Friday.
 W. P. Marcy and his brother, M A. Marcy, are in Hartford for a few days.
 Mrs. Arthur Gage and son and Mrs. Edith Rogue and niece visited friends in Holland last week.
 Albert Darling of Woodstock, Mar tha Richards of Westford, MT. and Mrs. Melven Booth and MT. and Mrs. Miner H. Corbin of Brimfield, and Rev. I. P. Booth of Stafford were with Mrs.: Richards to attend the Memorial day exercises.
 The Ladies Benevolent association will hold social at the town hall next Tuesday evening. Ladies are in- vited to contribute cake as usual. If the weather is suitable, supper will be served out-of- doors. During the evening Jacob and Rachel will meet at the we'll, and few extra pennies may be useful in making their &C., quaintance. Mrs. H. M. Lawson and Miss EVangeline Baldwin will be hostesses for thes evening. If Tues- day evening should be decidedly stormy, the social would be postponed to Wednesday evening.
 Memorial day in Union has gone down into history as one more of the successful and pleasant reunions of veterans and friends. The ceremonies started about noon; line was formed and the north and south yards deco- rated. The march continued to the monument at the town hall; ranks were broken here, lunch was served in the town hall to the band and vet erans. W. c. Howard was in charge of the day, assisted by Milo P. J. Walker of Stafford Springs. Thomas A. Hudson led the line of march and George W. Thayer was flag bearer. For great many years William Scranton has been flag bearer, but as time goes on the veterans, one by one, drop away, and while MT. Scranton
The Press., 1914-06-03
Rad RisAaae.

A well known railroad president once took occasion to visit a small southern town to enjoy the excellent fishing near by. He carefully concealed his Identity and was consequently snubbed by a Heading citizen" with whom he attempted to strike up a conversation on the banks of the stream. Wien leaving he secured the servicesFof an aged black to carry his things from the hotel to the depot There the de- parting visitor caught sight of the man who had given him the cold shoulder. ''Poor SmithY' he said. smiling anus edly. Suffering from an aggravated attack of egotism.'' Dat SOP" said Uncle Silas in surprise, following his gaze. 'He done lived heah mOre'n twenty yeahs an An nevah knowed afore dat he wuz ailin'." '."-Argonaut.
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BIasa the Baby,

Bless this little heart, this white soul that has won the kiss of heaven for our earth.
 He. loves the light of the sun. he loves the sight of his mothers face.
 He has not learned to despise the dust and to banker after gold.
 Clasp him to your heart and bless him.
 He has come into this land of a hum dred crossroads.
 l know not how he chose you from the crowd. came to your door and grasped your hand to ask his way.
 He will follow you. laughing and talking and not doubt in his heart.
 Keep his trust lead him straight and bless him.-From ''The Crescent MOOn," by Rabindranath Tagore.
The Press., 1914-06-03
The Literal Mind.

Man is never literal in the expression of his ideas except in matters most trivial Very often mans words are not language at all, but merely vO- cal gesture of the dumb. They may indicate. but do not express. his thoughts The more vital his thoughts the more have his words to be explain cd by the context of his life. Those who seek to know his meaning by the aid of the dictionary only technically reach the house. for they are stopped by the outside wall and find no en- trance to the hall. This is the reason why the teachings of our greatest prophets give rise to endless disputa tions when we try to understand them by following their words and not by realizing them in our own lives. The men who are cursed with the gift Ot the literal mind are the unfortunate ones who are always busy with their nets and neglect the tishing.-"Sad hana-The Realization of Life" by Rabindranath TagOre.
The Press., 1914-06-03
WELLINGTON.

County Inspector F. w. Pratt, with the local force of men, is oiling the roads in Manchester, making the trip in the convenient new auto truck.
 Mrs. Clara Pratt Joslin, wife of R. F. D. Carrier Frank Joslin, route ?, celebrated her birthday the evening of the 2Sth by a party that was a pleasant social event.
 The Cushman home at East Will | lington has a new coat of paint and new blinds, and blinds are being placed at the Studio, where Miss l Coleman is expected tomorrow.
 A pretty marble top center table has been donated to the Ladies Aid society for use in the library alcove in the church, and is in place. This convenience may stimulate the li- brarian to more efficient service.
 Mrs. James Maroey Taylor was taken some days since to the state hospital at Norwich, hoping that rest and change may prove of benefit to her mental affliction. She was taken in the Himmeler automobile.
 The R. F. D. carrier, Charles Kor- ner, route 1, has a new Ford, and patrons of the route have to keep busy if they are to send answers to letters received at 8 at II. 30. Good service, however, and we will not complain.
 Rev. MT. Darrow announced Sun day that there would be special music at each Sunday service-when pos sible a duet. The singing by MT. and Mrs. Darrow is always greatly appreciated and enjoyed, but it should be considered that Sunday is a hard day, involving many duties for them both.
 A pleasing feature of the Decora- tion day celebration were the cheers led by Colonel Hall for the country, the soldiers, MT. Reed, Miss Cunning, for Wilmington and for the children of Wilmington. All given with a will. At such a gathering of townpeople one always hears more or less pleas ant, suggestive and informing talk. The following came along naturally in speaking of the work accomplished first and last by the Ladies' Aid so- ciety and the remark: "The society will find use for all they can make if they are to assist about the new chim- ney in the church and the new fur mace, that are inevitable before an other winter. '' ''This is the year that the society serves lunch at the meeting for election of representatives to the assembly; that helps out quite a bit. '' "Yes, but that is far ill the future. ' "Time passes rapidly, and it is just as we'll to plan ahead for the bi-annual lunch and let the pros- pective candidates know what is ex- pected of them. |" "That would mean half the town" Mot at all; it is already in the air that those who have won recognition by faithful in-
 
 Walter A. Allen, our most intelligent, correct, painstaking and efficient town clerk, and George Bugbee, who to the of all has so we'll per formed the drudgery of assessor. Eddy Burdick, who shared this work, has already represented the town at the general court. " 1.-Two popular and unexceptionable citizens who would faithfully work for the interest of their constituency Anything so wholesome in the air should be in The Press and thus become common property, and for the ladies' society, start a seed in May, to reap a harvest in November. A thought, a rumor, prophecy, hope-may it become a fact
The Press., 1914-06-03
WALES.

James H. Walker visited his daughter and family in Fitchburg, Mass, the week end.
 George Needham of Brooklyn, N. Y., is making improvements on the dam at Lake George.
 MT. and Mrs. Edgar Whittemore of West Springfield were at Lake View House, Saturday and Sunday.
 MT. and Mrs. Russell Colburn are in Wales for few days while MT. CoIburn and R. Heck are adding new veranda on the Ramona Cottage.
 It was beautiful Memorial Day. The parade was held at 9.3O a. m., as the band had to go to Union. The services followed. Rev. Chas. T. Holt gave very address. The school child ren sang hymns and Miss Eva Allen a solo. After dinner was served by the Ladies' Aid Society the graves of the veterans were decorated with flowers.
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lAfh Her ExcusA HonnA.

One of the chorus girls came upon the stage after the rehearsal had been under way more than half hour. The manager said, with all the tenderness of a buzz saw:
 Do you know that you are very late? What excuse have you got to offer?'
 "I didn't bring it with me-" she an swered.
 Bring whatT" thundered the man ager.
 My excuse. 1 left it at home. You see. got married yesterday, but didn't think you wanted to see my husband"
 The manager tried to suppress grin
 We'll proceed with the rehearsal Your excuse is sufficient" Exchange.
The Press., 1914-06-03
Hooarth Foroot.

Hogarth. the famous artist, was very vain and very absent minded. When the sale of his prints had made him prosperous he set up carriage and one day went in it to visit the ford mayor.
 While he was in the Mansion House the weather became stormy, and Ho- garth. who happened to go out at $ different door, after vainly searching for q hackney coach, walked home through the rain and was soaked to the skin. He had entirely forgotten his carriage.
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ASHFORD.
WestfOrd

Mrs. Ralph Thompson of Southbridge is with her mother, Mrs Jennie Barlow, for visit.
 Miss Grace Baker and friend from Worcester, Mass, were at H A.. East mans over Decoration day and Sunday,
 Wesley Woodland, who is well known locally, and who escaped from Constable Latham in Eastford last week, drifted in here late Sunday and put up at Andrew Squiles'. He was taken in ny Const able Barlow aud delivered to Sheriff Healry of Woodstock. where he will be tried on va rious charges. .e :.
 Westford Hill.
 Chlldren's day will be observed at the Congregational church next Sunday at 1 I children.
 Warrenville. F. T. Tyler and family of Providence and g J. Field and family of Hartford were at R. H. Wright's recently.
 Herbert Dawley and family of Norwich were guests of relatives here Sunday.
 Harry Annis and relatives of Boston were in town Friday.
 Mrs. Caroline Lawton has returned to Springfield, Mass.
 Th4 women of the Ashfor1 w. CT, U. were entertained at the home of Mrs. B L James last week Tuesday.
 Sunday services here were we'll attend ed. The pastor preached from John H. 5, The c. E. W 8 led by Ellsworth Weeks,
 Memorial day exercises were held this year at Ashford Center An ideal day brought together a large representation of the towns p ople. Music was fnrnish- ed as in years past, by the Babcock band The Ashford Congregational church pro- vided a liberal hospitality. The program consisted of re3itations and exercises by the children and addresses by Rev. B. c. Bugbee of Warrenvll @, and Rev. A A. Miner of Spring Hill .
The Press., 1914-06-03
Mosques In EnqIand.

There are magnificent Mohammedan mosques in England Those at Liver pool and Woking are noted for their exquisite appointments. and there is one situated at Bayswater. The doors are gilded in similar way to those of the world famous Tai Mahal at Agra. built by Shah Jehan. In the east end there is q sacred temple to Al Ahmed. where the faithful meet once year to go through a curious ceremony in hon or of the prophet. London Spectator
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THE PRESS.
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 8, 1914.
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sOMER.s.

Christian endeavor society in the chapel Friday evening
 her daughter, Mrs. Clifton M Ellis
 M. M. Gowdy and family and Mrs Ma than Wright, all of Providence, and Mrs. Fanny German of Springfield have been recent guests of Mrs Belle Pi rec.
 My child was burned terribly about the face, net k and chest applied pr 1hom- as Eclectic Oil. The pain cease sed, and the child sank into a restful sleep" "- Mrs Nancy M Hanson, Hamburg, N. Y.
The Press., 1914-06-03
Henry Squier is absent on a visit to one of his nieces.

Henry Squier is absent on a visit to one of his nieces.
 Mrs. Cummings is in Hartford fol treatment of her eyes, that have been troubling her seriously of late.
 The ..Duafinger cottage has been closed since the death of MT. Dau- finger. The family are expected to return soon.
 Rev. and Mrs. Darrow attended a minister's meeting and basket lunch at Coventry lake Monday, having a very enjoyable time.
 The sprinkle of rain here Monday afternoon was refreshing. In Man chester and vicinity there was a down pour, we hear.
 D. B. Gardner and MT. Pillsbury of Rockville and Samuel Gardner of New Haven were recent guests of Mrs. Emily Baker Gardner.
 Rev. MT. Darrow's eloquent and convincing sermon of Sunday after noon was from Matt. 21 :25. There were GA at Sunday school.
 Charles Holman, wife and son, William, of South Manchester, were present at the exercises Decoration day, the guests of Col. Hall.
 South Wilmington.
 Walter E. Malo is in New York for few days.
 Charles Corner and Arthur J. Dev- ereaux are to be added to the list of automobile owners in town.
 MT. and Mrs. Charles W. Holman and son William of Manchester were guests Sunday of Mrs. E. J. Holman.
 Stated communication of Uriel lodge, F. & A. M. next Saturday evening. Work on the M. M. degree.
 MT. and Mrs. Theodore Pike of Norwich, with their daughter, Eliza beth, spent Saturday and Sunday with MT. and Mrs. James Service, Jr.
 Col. W. H. Halls new herd of hol- stein fresian cattle arrived here Fri l they are housed in the new barn that probably has no equal in these parts An estimate of the quality of the herd may be had from the fact that the first offspring from one of the COWS, if heifer, is promised to a noted breeder of high grade stock for $2OO.
 A forest fire that started shortly afternoon, Sunday, burned over about three acres of sprout land on the old Stephen Slingsby place, now owned by Frank Navratil. As usual, no one seems to know who set the fire. Messrs. Edw. O. Eldredge, George V. Smith, O. s. Amidon all enthusiastic fire fighters and several others were soon on the spot and saved the burn ing over of good many more acres. Notice of the fire came from the look out station in Union l 5 minutes after the fire started.
 Moose Meadow.
 Almond Willard and Everett Hall of Manchester were guests of O. A. Richards over Sunday on a fishing trip. They carried home 54 fish bullheads, trout and perch-all of which were good size.
 Benjamin Krupowich was home over Sunday from Springfield.
 Peter Hansen of Bristol, formerly of Moose Meadow, was at his old home at Mrs. Kihl's over Sunday.
The Press., 1914-06-03
MODERN HOUSE.

My New House at Keefes Plains for sale, hay ing Rooms and Bath, with all modern improve ments built with lumber 20 per cent less than to-days prices and with carpenters 75c per day less for 10 hours. I will sell for much less than present cost of building and show bills of cost of everything. This house was well built by MT. Fred Graves and can be made to accommodate two families.
 MRS. FREDERIC FAULKNER.
The Press., 1914-06-03
A T Court of Probate holden at Staf-

"A ford. within and for the District of stafford, on the 2d day Of June, A. D. 1914.
 Present. ROBERT H. FISK, Judge.
 On motion of the administrator on the estate of William H. Black, late of Stafford, within said district, deceased.
 It is ordered by this court, that notice shall be given that the administration account in said estate will be exhibited for settlement at the Probate Oflce in said district, on the 10th day of June, 1914, at 2 o'clock, afternoon, by posting copy of thls order on the public sign post in said town of stafford, and by adver- Stafford and having circulation in said dis tr1ct. Attest, MARCUS B. FISK. Clerk.
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A T Court of Probate holden at Tol- ~ land, within and for the District Of Holland.

on the 2d day of June. A. D. 1914
 Present, EDWIN s. AGARD. Judge.
 On motion of Clara E. Nichols, administra- trx on the intestate estate of ChaTles Nichols late of Holland, within said district, deceased This court doth decree that six months from above date be allowed and limited for the cred tors of said estate to exhibit their claims against the same to the admiDiStratriX. and directs that public notice be given Of this order by adve Using In a newspaper having a circulation in said dis. trict, and by posting copy thereof on the pub lie sign-post in said town of WtI'ngton nearest the place where the deceased last 0welt. Certified from Record
 EDWIN $ AGARD. Judge
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snn,ethinn Comic.

Brownbigge ito waitress who has handed him newspaperI-Ain' yer got nothing comic? l likes to have something funny to look at while I'm a-heating. Waitress-There's looking glass straight in front of you, sir London Tit-BitS.
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A Sad Rraak

"Our credit man made a bad break yesterday" 'What was itY'
 "He told a dumb man that his word was as good as his nd."-Detroit Free Press.
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ATaCourt of Probate holden at Staf

A T Court of Probate holden at Staff A ford, within and for the district of Stafford, on the 2d day of June, A. D. 1914.
 Present. ROBERr Fl. FISK. Judge.
 On motion of the eXecutor on the estate of Augustus St. Marie. late of Stafford, within said district, deceased. ..s
 It is ordered by this Court that notice shall be given tn 1t the administration account in said estate will be exhibited for settlement at the Probate Of1ce in said district on the l3 b day of June, 1914, at 3 o'clock, afternoon, by post Ing copy of this order on the public sign post in said town of Stafford. and by advertising the same in 8 newspaper published in stafford and having 8 circulation in said district.
 Attest. MARCUS B. FISK, Clerk.
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Making Headway.

Nervous Traveller ito seat companion'
 How fast would you say you wer" trnvrIing? Companion (wh0 has been flirting with the, girl across the way About q smile a minute. Life.
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EOR SALE-One Micrometer Scale. N Capacity 1 OF to 10 lbs Nickel trim, mar be base. Perfect working condition. PItce very reasonable. ELLIS GROCERY.
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EOR SALE-Building lot, 10Ox200 it O. the east shore of Crystal Lake.
 MRS. FRED MILDEY.
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l. OR SALE My residence at c rnel of Westford Ave and Crown St.
 '10w1 MRS. HATTIE BOLIEAU.
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FOR SALE-2 Large Farm Horses. II Will work in any place. Sound and kind in every way. Inquire of F. SMITH, Stafford Street.
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pICYCLES ard Motorcycles for sale or ID exchange. also repaired
 BURT s. CHAFFTE. K. F. D 1.
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CARPENTER HI R. GHLINGHAM, O BUILDER. Alterations and repairs, con- tracts or day work, plans and estimates Irnish- ed. No job too large. no job too small. go anywhere. P. O. StaffOrdvtlle.
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&l OR RSALE-House and 4 acres of land
 situated at Forestville Home has modern improvements. Apply to T. F. MULLEN.
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M ISS ELSIE M. TEAL, Teacher of
 N1 Pianoforte, Corcoran Avenue, Stafford Springs. -3m47
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TO RENT-Tenemen at Forestville. \ Low rents, large gardens. T. F. MULLEN
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 Miss Ada Heck visited Mrs. Frank Mercy in Westford last week. Charles Webster was in Houand a few days ago visiting relatives . Phillip Pinard of Monson was the guest of Frank Ballou two days last week.
 Gilbert Willis and family of Man. chester made a brief visit with his sister, Mrs. Mary Mathews, last Sat urday.
 A fishing party from Southbridge came to this vicinity and pitched their tent near the home of Everett Mathews, staying over Saturday and Sunday
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1, OR SALE-Brooders for 100 Chicks, | at one-half Cost. GEO. H. LORD.
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NOOD NEW MICH COWS Wanted M JOHN KING, Stafford Street. '6m3S
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MT ANTED Your Fire Insurance w business. w E. II ANLEY
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EOR $ A l. E-Chester White Pigs, Y read to go. T. J. HYNES Wales. 3wl6
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nISAPPEARED My son, 16 years 1V old left his home Thursday, May 14th He has a small scar over his right eye, light hair, and is about it. in. in height, and has good clear complexion. Any information to his whereabouts will be gladly received by his par ents, as they are heartbroken over his dsap- pearance MIKE DIBALA,
 "2w9 R. D. 3, Stafford Springs.
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EOR SALE-Seven tons of good hay N '2w1O JOHN KANE, Stafford Street.