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The Washburn times. [volume] (Washburn, Wis.) 1896-1976, 1914-09-17
Clean IiNinu Did Ii.

Christy Mathewson, one of the
greatest twirIers that ever hurled a
ball, is now serving his fourteenth
year in the majors, and most of the
fans believe he is stronger than ever
At the age of thirty-four "Matty" still
is the star finger of the Giants, and
not only has he few peers in the game
today, but none of the men in his class
has seen such a long term of service
on the big time" The longer he
pitches the better he appears to be-
come Strict attention to business,
love of his profession and clean liv-
ing are the reasons for this popular
players great success.-Leslie's
The Washburn times. [volume] (Washburn, Wis.) 1896-1976, 1914-09-17

intention of establishing a transisth-
milan route. Although that project
proved an utter failure, other British
surveys were made from time to time
for SO years.
In the first part of the last century
the German poet, Goethe, said: 1T is
absolutely indispensable that the
United States effect a passage from
the Mexican gulf to the Pacific ocean,
and am certain they will do it,
In 1914 the Spanish government, by
decree entered upon the construction
of an isthmian canal, but the success
full revolt of the South American col
onies stopped the work. In 1925 Pres
ident Bolivar of the republic of New
The Washburn times. [volume] (Washburn, Wis.) 1896-1976, 1914-09-17
Wrono Moment for Applause.

Friend Cat a French play)-Why
did you applaud so vigorously when
that comedian made his speech before
the curtain?
Spriggins (confidentially)-So that
folks would think understood French.
What did he say?
Friend-He said the remainder of
his part must be taken by an under
study, as his mother was dying.
The Washburn times. [volume] (Washburn, Wis.) 1896-1976, 1914-09-17

to be worth s1,500,0OO. Greater re-
suits are expected this year.
The results obtained last year i'll
Missouri stood out SO fayorably and
the plan proved 80 popular that many
other states took up the idea, while
more are preparing to follow the move
Of Missouri this year. August dates
were selected because the season is
most favorable for road improvements
and because the farmers have more
spare time at this particular season.
Thousands Of Missouri chickens
were sacrificed to the cause. The
The Washburn times. [volume] (Washburn, Wis.) 1896-1976, 1914-09-17
WOUNDED BIRD UPSETS BOAT
Gets Caught on Woman's Hat and
Nearly Causes Her Death by
Drowning.

Cold Spring, N. "a manned spar
row, which fell upon Mrs. Floyd Mes
bits hat, and got entangled in the
trimmings, nearly caused her death
by drowning on Lake Oscawana.
She was padding alone in a ca
noe. When the bird landed on her
hat, and was caught. Mrs. Nesbitt,
frightened, jumped to her feet and
overbalanced the canoe. Her hus-
band. who was on shore. swan out
and brought her to safety. The bird
escaped in the excitement.
The Washburn times. [volume] (Washburn, Wis.) 1896-1976, 1914-09-17
Praise for Americans.

Mrs. Philip Martineau, having re-
turned from the United States to Eng
land, has much to tell of the interest
the Americans take in gardening of
late years. She praises very highly
the custom at Portland, Ore, of giving
away a hundred roses to the people
each year to beautify the fronts of
their houses.
cit is a magnificent idea," she said,
land the result admirably repays the
outlay. Other cities and towns should
copy the idea"
The Washburn times. [volume] (Washburn, Wis.) 1896-1976, 1914-09-17

Panama.-The United States war de-
partment steamship Ancon made the
passage through the Panama canal,
and transit through the waterway was
officially open to the traffic of the
world.
The Ancon left it's berth at Cristobal
at seven o'clock in the morning and
made it's way to the end of the deep
water channel from the Atlantic to the
Gatun locks. 1t went through these
The Washburn times. [volume] (Washburn, Wis.) 1896-1976, 1914-09-17
GOV. MAJOR IN 0vERALLs
Missouri Executive Heads State High
way Work on Second Annual
Goods Roads Day.

Jefferson, Mo.-Armed with pick and
shovel, Governor Major for the second
time led Missouri men in the better
ment of the states highways Major
inaugurated good roads plan last
year, and 100000 men in the two days
donated work and material estimated
The Washburn times. [volume] (Washburn, Wis.) 1896-1976, 1914-09-17
Reunited After SO Years Separation.

Wilkes-Barre, Pa--Mrs. Margaret
Backes of Pittston and Peter Miller
of Chicago, brother and sister. who
have been separated for 50 years. each
believing the other dead. were re-
united when Miller walked into the
home of his sister unnanounced and
declared he was her long lost brother.
Miller and his sister lived at Bucalo
80 years ago. He then decided to go
West. and when after few months
no more was heard of him he was
given up as dead. Recently he learned
of his sisters whereabouts, and came
here to visit her.
The Washburn times. [volume] (Washburn, Wis.) 1896-1976, 1914-09-17
SoIicitude.

You don't know how / worry about
my husband" said the tired looking
woman as she leaned on her broom
for a moment
Why, there's nothing to worry
about" answered the neighbor. He's
sitting in a chair on the back porch,
fast asleep
Yes. But sometime when I'm not
there to look after him he's going to
fall out of that chair and hurt him
self."-Washingt Star
The Washburn times. [volume] (Washburn, Wis.) 1896-1976, 1914-09-17

good wives, knowing well the appe.
titles of road workers, selected shady
spots near where the various gangs
were at work and served real feeds
for the volunteers, which turned the
noon hour into picnic.
The Washburn times. [volume] (Washburn, Wis.) 1896-1976, 1914-09-17
sidesteps Federal Tax.

Parkersburg, w. Va.-To avoid pay
ing the federal tax, brewing COM
pany allowed 1900 gallons of beer to
flow into the Kenawah. The beer had
been on hand when the state prohibit
ton law went into effect on July i.
The Washburn times. [volume] (Washburn, Wis.) 1896-1976, 1914-09-17
Feminine Touch.

PA, what is meant by a feminine
.touch?'
"a feminine touch, my son, is a
bow of pink ribbon on fly swatter."
Baltimore Sun.
The Washburn times. [volume] (Washburn, Wis.) 1896-1976, 1914-09-17
Same Here

What has been the greatest mis-
take of your life?"
Making so many"
The Washburn times. [volume] (Washburn, Wis.) 1896-1976, 1914-09-17
At the Zoo.

look here, Maria, at the anaconda
and the boa constructor"
Great Snakes!"
The Olneyville times. (Olneyville [Providence, R.I.]) 1887-1917, 1914-03-20
SOUTH FOSTER.

Mrs Josie Hopkins returned to her
home on Saturday last, after a two weeks
absence spent in caring for the sick ones
IN the home of Mr.. Fred Segee of Rich
mond. The patients are improving with a
prospect OF being restored to normal health
III the near future.
The entertainment given by the Pastime
Club was held on Saturday evening, after
being twice postponed OH account OF bad
weather. Curtiss Hall was used for the
occasion and the program was a very
pleasing one, consisting of an orchestra of
home talent tableaux, dialogues, recita.
uons and vocal music; followed by an
elaborate "boiled dinner" as the basis of
the reireshment table. These substantials
were supplemented with cake, pies of
various kinds, ice cream and coffee. A
large number were in attendance in spite
OF bad roads and the financial success was
very satisfactory.
The Olneyville times. (Olneyville [Providence, R.I.]) 1887-1917, 1914-03-20
WEST SCITUATE.

Mr.. and Mrs. Albert Lowell were the
guests al Farmholme on Monday last.
Mr. G. Swift Of the North Pike, has re
sumed his route in supplying fish, oysters,
claims, etc. to the people of West Scituate
and Foster.
Elwood Hopkins Of Rockland, is to
take up his residence on Chopmist Hill in
The early spring at the farm now owned by
him, where he plans to put out several
hundred fruit trees and also to raise poultry
extensively.
The searchers after the gypsy moth
have been through Foster and Scituate
during The week; they report the town oI
Foster as being free from the dreaded
pest, although they were found in several
localities in North Scituate and Glocester
A heavy tempest of thunder and light.
ming was in evidence in this section Wed
nesday morning at which time the sky be-
came so darkened that it was impossibl,
TO see without artificial light This wa.
followed an hour or so later by anothe,
storm less severe and Of shorter duration
The Olneyville times. (Olneyville [Providence, R.I.]) 1887-1917, 1914-03-20
THORNTON.

The Never Rest Whist Club is taking q
rest.
Mrs. Charles McNerneY, who has beer
very ill, is improving.
Mr.. and Mrs. James Maxwell hav,
gone to Atlantic City.
The Johnston Financial Town Meeting
takes place on Saturday, April list
Thomas Shaw has resigned his position
with the British Hosiery Company.
Samuel Hopkins and family, expect tc
spend the summer at Oakland Beach,
Rev. G.. A. Burgess was the speaker al
the Congregational Church last Sunday
evening.
Scott's Ammoniated Cough Balsam is
sold at Simone's Drug Store. None better.
-Advt.
Rev. Mr.. Giles officiated at the Lenten
service at the Church of the Holy Nativity
on Thursday evening.
The Olneyville times. (Olneyville [Providence, R.I.]) 1887-1917, 1914-03-20
POTTERSVILLE.

Bernal Blair has purchased a dog.
Business is thriving at the bobbin shop.
John McComiskey has gone to Maine,
on a business trip.
Everybody seems glad to see bare ground
again, and hope to hear blue birds singing
soon.
Mr.. and Mrs. Albeit Lowell were guests
At "Maple Tree Cottage" on Saturday of
last week,
+, J. Capwell is i'll at this writing and
John Bolster is taking his place on the
"order wagon
We are all glad to hear of DR.. William
Bowen's return home, and hope he is
greatly improved in health.
Mrs. Roderick Harmon is gaining, and
If nothing happens, expects to be ou,
doors as soon as the weather permits.
The "Bobbin shop" closed on Wednes.
day to allow the men to attend the hearing
at the State House on the reservoir ques
ton.
People Of this place were favored or
Wednesday morning with a very heavy
thunder storm, the lightning striking al
apple tree back of Bert Alexander's hous,
and almost shocking the people inside
No lurthur damage was done.
The Olneyville times. (Olneyville [Providence, R.I.]) 1887-1917, 1914-03-20
In Providence, nearly everyone buys
their clothing at Barnaby's.
EAST GLOCESTER.


A we'll is to be sunk at the Edwin ].
Steere place.
1t is expected that work will soon begin
on lhe state road.
George Lincoln is moving to the Ham
nah Smith farm in Smithheld.
Mrs. Harry Staples entertained hei
sister, Miss Redington, of Providence, last
Sunday.
Mr., and Mrs. Daniel Steere are to make
a summer residence of their property in
Harmony.
Mr.. and Mrs Albert +. Eastman o
Providence, were at their country residence
here last Sunday
Mrs George Lincoln entertained hel
daughter from Providence, last Thursday,
at Hamilton farm.
The Olneyville times. (Olneyville [Providence, R.I.]) 1887-1917, 1914-03-20
Railroad Fatalities.

A contemporary has estimated that
since the average length of railroad
journey in this country is thirty-fouI
miles, and a passenger may take 2,2I5,-
122 such journeys with only one
chance of being killed. it would take
him. at two trips day, 1872 years tc
run the full gamut of risk That is tc
say, If the one fatal accident happened
to him in the present year it would
have been necessary for him to starr
his railroad travelling, at two trips q
day. in the year 1879 B. c. 1t must
be borne i'm mind however, that he
might be killed on his first trip.
The Olneyville times. (Olneyville [Providence, R.I.]) 1887-1917, 1914-03-20
GREENVILLE.

Mrs. Ransom Place is confined to her
home 10y illness.
Mrs. Sarah Winsor will take up her
residence here in April.
A petition from this place in regard tc
the youthful vendor" act has been sent &c
The General Assembly.
AT the last meeting Of Greenville Grange
1t was voted that the grange hold no meet
iugs during July and August.
Bernard Connor Of this place, had an
o,ercoat stolen, while in Providence
restaurant last Friday evening.
Miss Elizabeth Upham Yates gave al
address at the Baptist Church on Thurs
d.y evening of last week on Woman
Suffrage.
The Olneyville times. (Olneyville [Providence, R.I.]) 1887-1917, 1914-03-20
SchooIboY Blunders.

These mistakes by British school
boys are reported 10y the London
Times:
"When the last French attack at Wa
terloo proved failure Napoleon turn
I'd very pale and rode ut full gallop to
st. Helena"
"a problem is figure which you dc
things with which are absurd, ana
then you prove it,"
when Chaucer describes the prior.
ess as 'amiable Of port he means that
she was fond of wine"
"The mineral wealth of country Is
ginger beer and lemonade"
The Olneyville times. (Olneyville [Providence, R.I.]) 1887-1917, 1914-03-20
CENTREDALE.

The North Providence Financial Towr
meeting will be held on Saturday, Marct
28th.
Tie coming banquet of the Centredal'
Volunteer Fire Co. promises to be a yer,
enjoyable affair,
II will relieve you or your money back
Rexall Cherry Bark Cough Syrur,
CHARLES A KELLER, Centredale.- -
Adyt.
Sunday. March ~, at Firemens' Hall,
Mauton, THE Bsttle Of Gettysburg" in
five reels. Two performances 4 o'clock
in The afternoon and O'Clock in the even.
ing.
The Olneyville times. (Olneyville [Providence, R.I.]) 1887-1917, 1914-03-20
Her Club.

Mrs. Subbubs had joined a club fol
the first time. Mrs. Townley asked
her what the club was for, its aims
and so on.
81 really don't know" said Mrs. Sub
bulbs.
you don't know? Why did you
join club when you don't see its OBJ
iect?"
Because it meets on Mondays, and
that's the only day in the week l had
nowhere to go."-Cincinnati Enquirer
The Olneyville times. (Olneyville [Providence, R.I.]) 1887-1917, 1914-03-20
A Giant Redwood.

The largest tree in the United States
is said TO be the mother of the forest.
"A giant redwood I'm the Calaveras big
tree grove i'm California. Ii is suppos-
ed TO contain 1I0.G19 board feet OF
lumber. There are. however, many
claimants for the honor of being the
largest tree" and the oldest tree.
and these claims. according to forest.
ers. cannot always be verified.-lndian-
apolis News.
The Olneyville times. (Olneyville [Providence, R.I.]) 1887-1917, 1914-03-20
Primitive Printing.

In many of the monasteries Of Tibet
and Siberia the Buddhist monks still
print i'm the manner whi, h has been
handed down from generation to gen
Grafton. Movable type Is not used, but
each page is carved upon a solid wood
block London Mail
The Olneyville times. (Olneyville [Providence, R.I.]) 1887-1917, 1914-03-20
Then He subsidized.

81 never saw such Il woman in all
my life" said Bass. You are never
satisfied with anything"
people who know the man | took
for n husband" replied Mrs r., think
on the contrary, that | am easily salts
fled. d."-Livcrpool Mercury.
The Olneyville times. (Olneyville [Providence, R.I.]) 1887-1917, 1914-03-20
Suits for Rent.

Full Dress, Tuxedo, Prince Albert, Over.
coats and Black Sack Suits. Also silk
and opera hats. ALBERT, the Tailor
595 Westminster ST., Lyman Building, up
one Aight-Adv.
The Olneyville times. (Olneyville [Providence, R.I.]) 1887-1917, 1914-03-20
sizinu Up A Tip.

SIN afraid gave that waiter too
big n tip" said the frugal diner.
"He seems quite appreciative."
That's It. merely wanted him to
say Thank you didn't expect him
% bow and say Good night. sir y
Washington sta
The Olneyville times. (Olneyville [Providence, R.I.]) 1887-1917, 1914-03-20
ESMOND.

William T.. Doan died here last Friday.
The funeral was held in Providence on
Sunday.
Essex County herald. [volume] (Guildhall, Vt.) 1873-1964, 1914-11-20
CITROLAx

Users say 1t is the ideal, perfect
laxative drink. M. j. Perkins. Green
Bay, Wis, says II have used pills,
ellis, salts. etc. but were all disagree
able and unsatisfactory. In Citrolax
have found the ideal laxative
drink" For sick headache, sour
stomach, lazy liver, conges ted bow
sls--itis the perfect lax alive and
gives a thorough flush. Sensitive,
delicate people, invalids ar ID children
find it easyssto take and | pleasant in
setion. Results thorough Y satisfact-
oJAFor sale by J. w. Thu rston. adv
Essex County herald. [volume] (Guildhall, Vt.) 1873-1964, 1914-11-20
COMMISSIONERS NOTICE
ESTATE OF LORENZO LUND

hbIAIK OF LOkHNLO LUNU
TIE UEDKHsrorID. having bees appointed by
Essex, CON .iISsIoNRRs, TO rsesivs, examine
and adjust me claims and demands Of all per-
sons against the estate Of Loreafo Lund
late of Hast Haven in said District, dee easst
aud all cisms exhibited In edsst thereto, here
by give notice that We will meet for the par
pose. aforesaid. at ths Town Clerks once
in the town Of Fast Haven, In said District, On
the 7Ist day Of November aud 18TH day Of
April next, from IoSo'clock An, untilk o'clock
P. M, on each Of said days and thatsix months
from the 14th day Of October A. D, 1914, 10
creditors to present their. claims to Ne for
examination and allowance.
Dated at kast Haven this seth Gay Of October.
A. D., IsI4.
Guy L. Brace,
Bent. A. Moultrenp,
CoMhissfoHn M
Essex County herald. [volume] (Guildhall, Vt.) 1873-1964, 1914-11-20
Pre- bate csuvt Sessions.

SESSIONS OF 1sE pRoBkTl coSlT res
THE DIsTRlcr OF HgsHx whl - seh
follows daring the year TsB:
At SuiidhAll on the frst sSsy
eaeh uoHth n NE issc~~s.-
At Bnghts., g. the srs wednesday II Janzary
April, luly anS 0sssesr N the ansrasoa.
AtLuueuburs Gu the frst ThxrsAsy Of Jauu
ary, April, July and October N the forenoon.
At Concord ~ the afternssa Of each ef
same days.
special sessions win be held at any place
the District BY agreement.
Address commune atoms to Guhdhsn enc
10 X. W. wynsn, ReTistsr " Canaan 10 I'D
WIN O. CARII. TUp0H
Essex County herald. [volume] (Guildhall, Vt.) 1873-1964, 1914-11-20
EAST CHARLIE SToN

There will be q Thanksgiving
ball at Echo Inn Thursday evening
Nov. 26. Music by Cota's orches-
tar Of Eve pieces.
Oscar Gray Of Lowell, Mass,
and Ira Gray and family of Brow
ington visiting their father, Alonzo
Gray. last week.
Mrs Abbie Healey has finished
work in Bloomington and Is stay.
ing with friends here.
Mr. Frank Stoddard and wife of
East Burke swers visitors in town
the past week.
Ed. Crow and wife spents few
days with relatives In North STRAIT
ford last week.
Allen Maxwell Is the only sue
cessfnl hunter reported In this town
at this writing.
The church fair netted the So
ciety about $Ioo.
The many friends of Beatrice
Buck will be pleased to hear she Is
gaining.
HI Hudson Is In New York
visiting his son. Ernest. Before he
returns he will visit bis son Elmon
In Middletown Springs.
Wesley F Csrgill of Echo Pond
raised turnip that weighed 24H
pounds and a cabbage that weigh
ed 40 pounds. He thinks old Yer
mont is the place after all.
Essex County herald. [volume] (Guildhall, Vt.) 1873-1964, 1914-11-20
LUNENBURC

Samuel Wilson OF CRANKY
brought to town Saturday a large
bear he shot Thursday.
All tue schools close In town this
week, Friday, for one week vaca-
ton.
Mrs Nellie Halves moved her
family to Guildhall, Monday, to
live with her father, Thomas Will
son, this winter.
Herbert Dodge and wife went
last week for a visit with friends
down the line.
Charles Thomas and wife who
have been away for five weeks Wis
idng relatives, returned home
Thursday.
Many hunters are out after deer,
but as yet none reported as killed.
Essex County herald. [volume] (Guildhall, Vt.) 1873-1964, 1914-11-20
NOtics

] hereby give notice and warn the
public that my wife, Amanda Lacroix
has left my bed aud board and after
this date l will net be responsible
for bills of her contracting or debts
incurred by her.
! Fred LacIoix.
Dated at Island Pond, Vt. Oct. 80. 1914
Essex County herald. [volume] (Guildhall, Vt.) 1873-1964, 1914-11-20

And the votes for SENATOR for
the County Of Essex being canvas
sed as above this 18th. day Of Nov
ember, A. D. l9I4,..aceording to the
Constitution and Laws of this State,
l hereby declare that, Elmer Reed Of
Concord, In said County 10 duly
elected Senator for Essex County
for the two years ensuing. BY .
plurality of the votes Of the Free
men of said County, as appears by
this canvass of votes made and
signed by me this 18th day Of Nov
ember, A. D. 1914.
Attest:
George A. Hubbard. Clerk
Essex County herald. [volume] (Guildhall, Vt.) 1873-1964, 1914-11-20
MORGAN CENTRE

G ] Barnes Is entertainin 3
friends from Orleans.
Several parties from out of town
are here for the hunting season.
Mrs l G Cargill was among thos c
on the sick list last week.
Among the fortunate ones to
secure deer in this part of this
town are the Maxwell brothers Ora
Cargill, and Ray Maxwell.
Ora Cargill's baby has been quite
Ill.
I'D. Bryant Is stopping with Mrs
G w Bryant,
Mrs Grace Caswell 10 stopping
with Mrs Ora Cargill.
The Washington herald., 1914-03-15
PRESBYTERIAN.

A largely attended and enthusiastic
meeting Of the Society Of the Covenant
was held at the New York Avenue Pres
byterian Church Tuesday morning. March
10, and, as the annual meeting. received
reports of work from all its own DEPART
ments. and from other groups Of church
workers.
The society has contributed for many
years to schools in North Carolina. Utah.
New Mexico. and Alaska and has sup
ported DIR. Mary Eddy. q physician in
Syria. Other work reported included the
support of Rev. James Henry in Canton.
China, by the Christian Endeavor So
ciety; Of Mr.. Louis +. Black In West
Virginia by the Sunday school. and OF a
District visiting nurse by the League OF
the Covenant. Reports OF home and for
eign mission work by the Junior League.
and work done in connection with the
Presbyterian Home for the Aged were
made. The society has also had a large
share I'm the new extension work in
China. in which all Christian churches
have been especially interested this past
year.
The retiring president. Mrs. W. 3.
Bryan. made a brief address, and the
newly elected president. Mrs. Frank G.
Carpenter. presided.
The Washington herald., 1914-03-15
Business Methods In
Church MANAGEMENT

barded with appeals and cries for help
from various sources, and the needs are
very great The response often seems
to be meager, and the members of the
church are faulted for lack of faith and
enthusiasm Much of the church's money
that should go for religious work and
missions goes for education and art, we
are told. Is the fault so much with our
enthusiasm and devotion as il is with
our lack Of system? A great educational
institution, or an art museum, has such
system of accounting as creates con-
fidence on the part of those who are
able to give and give largely.
The adoption of the duplex envelope
and the Every-Member Canvass is an
evidence Of this. for wherever these are
undertaken some system of accounting has
to be developed. and the result has been
that the contributions for all sorts of
objects of the church. missions as well
as home work, have doubled and even
qCadrupled. Personality has been thrown
into action; enthusiasm and more-such
system as enables the people who have
made the gifts to be confident that their
gifts will be accounted fo- and rightly
used.
With some such thoughts as these In
mind our last general convention created
a commission on business methods. The
first work of that commission is to study
the conditions. to obtain reliable informa-
tion and suggestions from all parts of
the church and when these are in hand.
the commission hopes that II may be in
a position to present TO the next general
suggestions as to reform and
improvement in the business methods of
the church.
Mr.. Robert C. Pruyn. Of 90 State street.
N. Y, who is the secretary, will
be glad TO receive such suggestions.