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Las Vegas optic., 1914-10-06

United States Senator T. B. Cat
ron has secured a first mortgage loan
of $4,000 on his undivided three
fourths interest in the Antonio Ortiz
grant Herbert Gehring holds the
mortgage.
Las Vegas optic., 1914-10-06
NOTICE

No shooting, hunting or fishing al
lowed on what is known as the A. G.
Green lake and ranch, north of the
city. Trespassers will be prosecuted
to extent Of law.
A G. GREEN,
Mrs. P. G. NILSSON,
Las Vegas optic., 1914-10-06
RECONSIDERS DECISION
TO ADMIT HIS GUILT
MAN ACCUSED OF FORGERY ERE
VERSES HIMSELF" WHEN
BROUGHT INTO COURT

Stanley McCarty, anas Sam McCar-
|ney, who appeared before Judge Muir
ray recently on a charge of obtaining
money on bad check for $3.50 rom
A. C. Erb, proprietor of the Bismark
Las Vegas optic., 1914-10-06

The Ladies' Altar societ yof the
Church of the Immaculate Conception
will meet tomorrow afternoon at 2:30
o clock at the rector's residence, cor
ner of Main avenue and Xifth street.
Las Vegas optic., 1914-10-06

sistant secretary of the interior at
the Commercial club rooms tonight
The affair will be strictly informal
There VIII be nc speeches of a set
character. though Mr.. Jones probably
will address the gathering for few
moments. The reception will begin
about s o'clock.
Las Vegas optic., 1914-10-06

Cutler Brothers insurance and real
estate agency removed to northwest
corner of the Plaza in Hotel Ro-
maine. Phone Vegas 3SS.-Adv.
Las Vegas optic., 1914-10-06

The Ladies' Aid of the Baptist
church will meet at the home of Mrs.
j. w. Clay, .12OS National avenue,
Wednesday afternoon at 2:30 o'clock.
Las Vegas optic., 1914-10-06

Finch's Golden Wedding Rye, aged
10 wood. Direct from the distillery to
you. At the Lobby. Of course.-Adv.
Las Vegas optic., 1914-10-06

You will find something interesting
on Page Z of this issue of The Optic,
Las Vegas optic., 1914-10-06

Take the advice given on Page 7.
Las Vegas optic., 1914-10-06
LOCAL NE WS

Good news will be found on Page
Las Vegas optic., 1914-10-06

Old Taylor WhlsKey and Sherwoo'
Rye at the Opera Bar.-Adv.
Las Vegas optic., 1914-10-06
HARvEVs is OPEN

Carriage out Saturday morning
Leave orders at Murphey's.-Adv.
Connecticut western news., 1914-08-06
S. 4. KEMP DEAD
Long and Painful Illness Ended for
 Well-known Resident. i

Shadrack Arthur Kemp, a we'll known resident, died at his home on West Main street, late Sunday night, after a lingering illness, of spinal trouble and pernicious anaemia.
 MT. Kemp was native of Maryland, having been born near Baltimore, 56 years ago. He was carpenter by trade, and was married to his first wife, Miss Frances Byers, of Baltimore, in 1880, by whom he had three children, who are now living-Mrs. William Beebe, of Canaan; JohnKemp, of Pitts field, and Herbert Kemp, of Stanford lille, N. Y. The first wife died in 1898. MT. Kemp came to Canaan the same year and engaged in carpentry work. In 1895 he married Miss Mary Green, daughter of MT. and Mrs. James |. Green. About six years a,o he became janitor of the High School build ing and continued in that capacity until something over year ago, when fail jag health compelled him to relinquish the work. Since that time he had been an invalid and a constant sufferer, though all that affection and solicitude OH GIl6 part Ol HIS 1dlGllul WIle duu kindred could dictate, was done to make his lot endurable and his condi- tion comfortable. A trained nurse was in constant attendance during the last few weeks of his life, but he grew rapidly worse until the end came shortly after midnight of Sunday.
 Deceased is survived by his wife, three brothers, one sister and three half-sisters.
 The funeral services were held yester- day afternoon from the late residence of deceased. at 3 o'clock, Rev. L. E.. Travis officiating. Intermeat was in East Canaan Cemetery. =.
 The pallbearers were Messrs. George s. Fuller, c. E. Badgley, Harry Dodge and Frank Snyder. ...-sI-& ~.fs.
 Among the friends in attendance at the funeral were a brother, Harry Kemp, of Baltimore; MT. and Mrs John Kemp, of Pittsfield; NIT. and Mrs. Herbert Kemp, of Stanfor1ville and Mrs. c. H. Lawrence and daughter Emily, of East Marion, l.. I. -.
Connecticut western news., 1914-08-06
VogeI Issues Certificates.

The Danbury Summer Normal School for the year 1914, closed Saturday, August 1, after the most successful and far-reaching session in the history of the school, says the Danbury News.
 The session opened Monday July 6 and has continued with unabated interest during the last four weeks. With the exception of the model school department, the school was in session six days each week. The model school was in session during the first five days of each week.
 The summer session was organized by the State Board of Education and the authorities of the local normal school. The main purpose of the school is to assist in training teachers for the work in the schools of the state. The people of Connecticut little realize the tremendous influence which this summer session is bound to exert in the schools of the common wealth. During the sessions 431 teachers and thirty four supervisors ftom sall parts of the state were registered in the school. This registration exceeds that of any previous session and the authorities have reported that the number enrolled was in excess of what they had anticipated. Superintendents from other states have been inkattendance and have profted by the meetings.
 Certificates of accomplishment will be granted to those teachers who have completed courses satisfactorily. The credit department is in charge of George J. Vogel, of Canaan. The courses which have been given also lead up to preparation for state examina- tions for teachers certificates. Many of the teachers attending the session remained to take examinations which were given at the Normal school Mon day and Tuesday.
Connecticut western news., 1914-08-06
Some Exciting Races.

During the history of the Wheeler Brothers Shows they have been noted for putting on the most intensely realistic racing in its Hippodrome con- tests that were ever witnessed under caRTas, put on in a manner that distinguishes them from the farces of racing seen with other shows. Among the races put on are, fiat races, running races, man against horse, hurdle races, elephant, camel and pony races. Also the ever exciting Chariot races.
 During the racing an exhibition of daring riding will be given by troupe of genuine Cossack Riders, who without doubt accomplish more difficult and death-defying feats than any riders that have ever visited this country.
 By means of cash prizes to the lady and gentleman winning the most of the races during the week, the show has caused a real rivalry to exist between the contestants, and though the racing Is good natured, yet it is always for ingenuity of the riders and the speed of the horses to the entire satisfaction of the spectators. "Oh, come, let us 20 before the racing begins" is remark frequently heard at circuses, but the knowing ones never make such suggestion when attending the exhibi- tion of the Wheeler Brothers Shows, which will be in this city for one day, Thursday, Aug. 6.-adv.
Connecticut western news., 1914-08-06
Rev. BodIey at Christ Church.

Rev. H. I. Bodley, of New Britain, a former rector here, officiated ill Christ Church. last Sunday, administering communion and preaching an excellent sermon to a large congregation. He spoke from Ephesians, ", IS: "Till we all come in the unity of the faith, and of the Knowledge of the Son of God, unto Ierfect man, unto the measure of the stature of the fulness of Christ" He said, what the church in general needs, and what Christ Church in Canaan needs, is more Christianity. The theme of the discourse was the necessity for more complete consecra- tion of ourselves to the Master. Instead of trying to do for God we should first try to be like God, to attain unto the measure of the stature of the fitness ot Christ. The man who does so attains to bigness that is too broad for the littleness and pettiness that distinguish to many so-called christians
Connecticut western news., 1914-08-06
Wild and Fatal Ride.

An elderly man named Frank Camp field and a younger man named Norton, were seriously injured about 9:3o o'clock Sunday night when they were thrown out of a wagon, following n wild ride in the darkness down a steep road on Smith Mountain, near Bristol.
 The men had gone up the mountain for days outing and unharnessed their horse at Cedar Swamp. When they got ready to return and started harnessing the horse, they forgot to buckle the holdbacks with the result that when they started down the mountain the wagon hit the horse. The frightened animal started on a wild run down the mountain side, and stumbled over a stone near the front of the long incline so that he fell over and tipped the wagon, throwing out the occupants. Campfeld landed on his head, cutting deep gash in his fore
 head and possibly fracturing the skull. Also one of his arms was broken. Norton's arms were both broken. On account of Campfeld's age, his injuries may prove fatal, q
Connecticut western news., 1914-08-06
Big Fete at Pine Grove.

Last Friday night was gala night at Pine Grove, when a large entertain ment was given in honor of the opening of Jo. .Wiele's (Hawk eye) Joy palace (Kamk- Kill -Kare) on the banks of the winding Housatonic. The scene of the festivity was indeed magnificent and inspiring one. The spot naturally beautiful in itself, had its charm further brightened by the artistic genius of its builder. The camp situated on high bank of the river was gayly bedecked with many bright colored chinese lanterns. Below, the river played noiselessly on in its ceaseless journey. A bright camp fire blazed merrily the while, casting its warm glow upon the conferences beaming with contentment, and lighting up the small f1otilla of boats and canoes.
Connecticut western news., 1914-08-06
Big Tobacco Year.

A New Milford dispatch says: To. bacco buyers have been through the Houstonie Valley during the past week looking over the crop as it stands in the field, and already more than half the crop has been sold. Prices range from l6 to 22 cents pound, this being an average of 10 cents a pound higher than last season. Buying in the field is an innovation in this valley, and is due to the anxiety of tobacco men to secure the crop in view of the competf- tion for the crop grown in the Connect. lcut Valley. Tobacco is in better con. dition than in several years at this time, ideal weather, no rubs or hail coming to hinder the grower in spite of the backward spring. Buyers have heretofore come into the valley after the leaf has has been cured.
Connecticut western news., 1914-08-06
BURGLARS AND FIREBUGS
Colebrook Has Exciting Experience
 and Revolver Battle.

The large horse barn of Jerome Alexandre, at Colebrook, was destroyed by fire supposed to have been incen- diary, Monday evening, with loss of nearly $l0,000. One valuable black horse was burned to death and two others were badly scorched. Adjoin- ing buildings were saved by the desper- ate work of a local bucket brigade assisted by the Norfolk firemen who arrived as early as possible with chemical engine.
 While the Alexandre fire was at its height and practically all the people of the town were on the scene, the summer residence of l.. J. Phelps, a New York lawyer, situated some dis tance from the fire, was burglari2ed, presumably by the fire bugs, to divert attention, and a revolver fight between three men of the gang and boy named Gosch, employed at the Phelps place, which ensued, prevented the thieves from getting away with the Phelps automobile which they had run out of the garage after they had ransacked the house and packed up lot of valuables which they evidently intended to carry away in the auto. The burglars ran through the woods and fields and escaped.
Connecticut western news., 1914-08-06
GOOD OLD NEWS
Cleaned from the Housatonic Republj-
 can of 66 Years Aga.

The Falls Village 'fHousatonic Re publican" of August 21, 1853, told of the burning of tile Nick VanDeusen barn, at Dutcher's Bridge, thus: "Our village was startled evening last, about o'clock, by the appearance of burn ing building, few miles to the north, and several started for the scene of con- fagration, which proved to be the barn of MT. VanDeusen, near Butcher s Bridge, which with the sheds and all therein were consumed. The barn con- tained some 80 acres of harvested Rye, and as much more Oats, with some few tons of Hay. The loss must be over $200O which is total loss to MT. Van Deusen, as there was no insurance upon the barn. It was no doubt the work of an unknown incendiary."
 The same issue contained the follow ing reference to the notorious bank robbery in Bethel, which has always been considered an "inside job." The item is credited to the Stamford Advo- cate:
 ''We get this item by telegraph from New York:-'It is stated here, on re- liable authority, that the robbers of the Hatters' Bank at Bethel, Ct, are known, and that the affair is being ar. ranged in a manner satisfactory to both parties. The robbers are said to be professional burglars.
 ''It is probably according to the New York idea of justice to settle burglary 'in manner satisfactory to both par ties, but it sounds queer in Connecti cut. It is probable the burglars are te divide equally with the Bank. and take a receipt in full" .#"*
 Under the heading, Look Out fol Your Live Stock," the Republican prints the following:
 "Since the accident at Lanesville the Housatonic Railroad Company have issued the following circular:
 Notice to Agents and Trackmen- You are hereby directed in all eases where you find any horses, cattle ol swine upon the track, or premises o1 the company, or upon the high way immediately adjoining, to drive then to the pound in that town, and notify the owner immediately. Charles Hunt President.
 ''In conformity with this order wt saw horse on the way to pound past our office last Wednesday,. We have no doubt the rule will be carried out at least we hope so.
Connecticut western news., 1914-08-06
THAT STOLEN AUTO
Thieves Arrested in Canaan Supposed d
 to Have Bought the Gar.

The following from the Amenia Times, refers to the two crooks arrested in Canaan few weeks ago, by Duchess county officers, assisted by Gilt Roraback:
 On Tuesday the mystery of the owner of the automobile that was used by Yesss who attempted to rob the AmenLL post office a short time ago was cleared up when Miss Katherine c. Budd, an architect of New York, identified it as belonging to her. It was taken from in front of her residence on Gramercy Park, June 8, 1919. It is 1919 Cadillac and was worth $1 500. Those who stole the car are now in the Tombs and it is said that they sold the car to Degler and Andrews, who used it on their tour of robbery.
 The car was turned over to New York officials, who took it back to the city.
 The officers had an interview with Degler and Andrews in the jail and are sure they recognize them. Lieutenant Meyer is sure that they have in the Tombs one of those who disappeared from Amenia previous to the attempt on the post office, .--. - ..s.
 In regard to a reward Lieut.. Meyer said that none was offered. That practice, he said, had been stopped on the theft of automobiles simply because those who stole cars would make a deal with third party who would return the car and divide the reward with the thief But should the owner of the auto after getting it back see fit to send check for any amount they were at liberty to do so.
 It is noticeable that while much priase is heaped upon the county officials for their skill" in tracing and capturing the burglars and the stolen car, not word of credit is given by the Poughkeepsie papers to the young man, Thomas Dahoney who, knowing the trail which he and others had followed at dawn, accompanied the officers later in the day and picked up the trail at Salisbury which led to the location and arrest of the thieves, and who ran the stolen car back to Amenia,
Connecticut western news., 1914-08-06
TO DRAIN WEST MAIN STREET
Twelve-Inch Tile Being Installed to
 Carry Off Water.

The tile for the drainage of the To V spots on West Main street, has arrived, and Selectman Reel is having the trench dug, on the line of the old tile, from the juncture of Bragg street to the gully on Fred Gillette's land, back of the Humphrey houses. The new tile is one foot in diameter, and will replace the old tile, which is only six inches in diameter. It is expected that the larger tile will carry off the water, which has overfowed the road, side- walk and lawns every spring, and marooned the residents of the street, who have been compelled to wear hip rubber boots and wade considerable distance from their door-sills to reach a point several hundred feet south, to get a foothold on terra frma-
 The road is low, for considerable distance, and needs to be filled in with gravel and suitable gutter provided to keep the water where it belongs in the flood season. Selcetman Reel has promised again to see that the wretched conditions receive the needed attention. and the long-suffering residents await with all possible patience, to see what the future will bring forth. The replacing of the drain tile is an encouraging start.
Connecticut western news., 1914-08-06
Bessie Wakefield Convicted Again.

Mrs. Bessie J. Wakefield, on trial for the second time for the murder of her husband, William O. Wakefield, at Cheshire, June 23, 1918, was Thursday night found guilty of murder in the second degree by jury in the superior court, after seven hours deliberation. Conviction of second degree murder in Connecticut carries with it the penalty of life imprisonment.
 Mrs. Wakefield was found guilty of first degree murder at her first trial and was sentenced to be hanged, but a re-trial was ordered by the supreme court of errors. James Plew, the actual murderer was recently hanged for the crime. The state alleged that Mrs. Wakefield aided and abetted Plew in killing her husband.
 Mrs. Wakefield broke the silence of the impressive scene in the court room following the announcement of the verdict, by weeping hysterically. Her cries filled the room and permeated in to almost every nook and cranny of the great marble hall of justice. She was led gently from the room by deputy sheriff into an ante-room. There she clung to the breast of her aged father, Frank Webster, and continued to give way to her feelings. There was scarcely dry eye in court. Later she became somewhat more composed and was taken to the county jail in an automo- bile.
 During the hours the jury deliberated, Mrs. Wakefield lounged about in the office of Sheriff Hugo. At first nerv. ous, she became calm and talked with newspaper men, expressing her con- fident belief in her acquittal.
Connecticut western news., 1914-08-06
Kennedy Names Candidates.

Representative Kennedy has nomin- ated the following to fill the vacancies in the quota of cadets at the Naval Academy at Annapolis, Maryland:
 Principal, Harold Edward Bolan, of Waterbury; alternates, Joseph M. Kelley, of Derby; Antonio Pitrie of Seymour; William Russell, of Water bury.
 Principal, John Draper, of New Mil ford; alternates, William E. Russell, of Waterbury; Antonio Pitrie, of Seymour and Joseph Kelly, of Derby.
Connecticut western news., 1914-08-06
Marjorie Schaufler Shaw.

Marjorie Schaufier Shaw, infant daughter of MT. and Mrs. Charles B. Shaw, of West Main street, died early Friday morning, July 31, of infantile trouble. The funeral services were held from the house Sunday afternoon at 9 o'clock, Rev, L. E. Travis officiat- ing. The dead child, in its little white casket, surrounded by flowers: looked like beautiful wax doll, and was viewed by considerable number of neighbors and friends who attended. MT. Travis spoke appropriate words of sympathy and consolation. Interment was in the Lower Cemetery.
 Among those who attended the funeral were Mrs. Shaw's father, MT. Joseph Sohaufer, and her sisters, Mrs. Myron Dubois, of Walton, NY, and Mrs, Chas. Cross, of Amsterdam, N. Y.
Connecticut western news., 1914-08-06
Judge James p. Woodruff.

James P. Woodruff, of Litchfeld, was sworn in as judge of the court of common pleas for Litchfield county in a session of the court at Litchfield last Wednesday by Judge Gideon H. Welch of Torrington, who will have occupied the place seventeen years at expiration of his term September 22- The day marked the twenty-first anniversary of MT. Woodruff's admission to the Litch- field county bar and he desired to take the oath of office as judge on that ac- count. He will not assume his duties until fall.
Connecticut western news., 1914-08-06
NO TRAFFIC COP
President Allyn Fuller, of the Automo-
 bile sociation, Explains.

President Allyn Fuller, of the Canaan Automobile Association, offers explanation as to why there has been no traffic cop stationed at the corner of Main and Railroad streets, in reply to the inquiry of last week. He says that strict watch, at that corner showed that there were really very few instances of violation of the "rules of the road '' there, on the part of automobile drivers, and that instances of unreasonable speed are very rare.
 Furthermore, says President Fuller, it is a notorious fact that the most numerous and the most fragrant viO- lators of the rule of the road that requires drivers to keep always to the right, are our owu townspeople, or adjacent dwellers, who drive horses, and who will persist in following their lifelong custom of hugging the nearest corner, regardless of which direction they are travelling; and any arrests for such violation would inevitably embarrass and humiliate our own people, rather than the automobile tourists who are popularly supposed to disregard not only the speed laws but the "keep to the right" rule.
 AS matter of fact, MT. Fuller says, the automobile drivers understand the road rules much better than the drivers of horse-drawn vehicles, and observe them more religiously. The remedy, he suggests, is to educate the horse drivers up to a thorough understanding of the requirements before applying drastic measures. The reform must begin at home. .. .-....t..l..s
 In the matter of displaying lights on horse vehicles, at night, MT. Fuller says the lighting law is fairly well observed, though there has been per ceptible relapse, of late, from the strict observance of law, and wagons without lights have become more frequent. This carelessness will be looked after by the proper authorities and by members of the automobile association, and the delinquent drivers reminded of their duty in the matter.
Connecticut western news., 1914-08-06
The Nurse.

Our visiting nurse, Miss Burke has been with us since the first of the month. Miss Burke shows in her work careful training, and what is most valuable and necessary to success in her difficult calling, good common sense. The executive committee are pleased with the selection of the Red Cross Society and feel confident that Miss Burke will prove to be the right person in the right place.
 The executive committee will appre- ciate it very much if the friends whose kindly interest made it possible to secure Miss Burke will send in as soon as possible their contributions for the prosecution of the work.
 l.. B. Travis, Pres.
Connecticut western news., 1914-08-06
VISITING NURSE HERE
Miss. Julia Burke Assigned to Canaan
 for Nurse Work.

Canaan's visiting nurse, Miss Julia Burke, arrived in town Friday, and reported to the Visiting Nurse Associa- tion for duty. She is domiciled at the Naples.
 Saturday evening a meeting of the executive board of the Visiting Nurse Association met in the office of Dr. Lee.
 Miss Burke WAS present and the members went over the field to be covered by the labors of the nurse, dis cussed plans of procedure, etc., and formally inaugurated the lady into her position.
 Miss Burke came to Canaan from Whitinsville, near Boston, where she was an assistant to the district nurse. She comes we'll recommended and will doubtless prove satisfactory to the people of Canaan, who are now at liberty to call on her for servcie.