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Connecticut western news., 1914-07-30
Delightful Birthday Party,

A delightful birthday party was given at the Canfeld, Saturday after noon, by Mrs. F. A. Baker, in honor of the ninth birthday of Master Edward David Ruth, her nephew, of New York, who, with his parents, MT. and Mrs. Edward Ruth and Mrs. Mendez, mother of Mrs. Baker and Mrs. Ruth, has been spending short time at the hotel. About twenty youngsters were invited to the party, and the dining room annex was given over to the affair for the birthday feast, which was served at 80 o'clock. Previous to the feast, the children had a gay old time i'll the parlor, getting acquainted and romping about to their hearts, content and at the appointed hour they filed into the din- ing room and took their places at the table. And what 8 picture the table presentedl The color scheme was pink. Everything that could be pink was pink. Plates, doilies and all the decor ations were of that color, and the cheeks of the excited and delighted youngsters corresponded to the prevail tug shade. The feast was a delicious one, and no delicacy or goody -goody that could help to make up the com pleteness of the repast was missing. Young Master Ruth was in high spirits and his little guests made themselves perfectly at home, and had a red-lettel time of it. "A
 There was music from the Victrols and big birthday cake elaborately decorated with filigree work in sugar and illumintaed with candles to core spond with the years of life that the young gentleman had seen, and a won, derful ''Jack Horner pie," with many ribbons growing out of it, each one ot which was grasped by guest who found, on pulling it out, that the other end was fastened to pretty little gift, or favor which proved most delightful feature of the affair.
 Games and other amusements were indulged in, and everybody, including the grown-ups who participated and assisted Mrs. Baker in carrying out the program, had a delightful time.
 The children present were Edward David Ruth, Helen Roberts, Maitland Adam, Dorothy ,Corwin, Frederick Barnes, Florence Goggin, Everett Lyles,. Grace Corwin, Malcolm Adam, Dorothy Ruth, Joseph Reel, Norma Adam, Perry Badgley, Mabel Goggin, Douglas Adam, Dorothy Roberts Katherine Killawee, Elizabeth Barnes
 Other guests, from New York, were MT. and Mrs. Edward Ruth, Miss Wolfe John Higgins, Harry Wolfe anG Mrs. Mendez.
Connecticut western news., 1914-07-30
THREE WOMEN IN PERIL
Canoe Stranded in Mid-Stream on Q
 Submerged Log.

Sunday morning, as Millman M. w. Fish was driving along near the bank of the Housatonic river just this side of Falls Village, he heard repeated cries in soprano and alto, of "Helpl Helpw in the direction of the river. With that characteristic chivalry that has ever distinguished the milkman, Fish leaped from his wagon, and with visions of attempted murder or abduc- tion in his minds eye, and impelled by valor that never fails to respond to the appeal of any female in distress, he rushed to the river bank, resolved to do or die in defense of the imperilled ladies.
 Arriving at the brink he beheld the three women, in frail canoe, stalled in mid-stream, the canoe having run afoul of a submerged log and the paddle-lady being unable to budge it. The marooned party were three so- journers at Pine Grove, who had started out for brief pleasure ride on tho water-and it had been brief, for the horrid log had grabbed the keel soon after the voyage began, and the minutes seemed hours until the rattle of the Fish wagon with its milk bottles came to their ears, inspiring them with hope of rescue and impelling them to shout in concert to attract the attention of the driver.
 The shouts of the ladies reached also the acute ears of Walter King Stone, the artist who lives not far distant from the scene of the tragedy, and he, too, rushed valorously to the shore to do what he might in the work of rescue.
 The two men promptly organized a relief expedition, procured a flat-bottom boat, equipped it with life saving apparatus and relief supplies, and set sail for the scene of distress, where they arrived without accident or incident, and soon had the castaways safely on board. They were conveyed ashore, where they landed, expressing heartfelt thanks to their preservers and hastened by the overland route, back to their cottages at Pine Grove, while Stone hiked back to his studio to finish the picture of bonnie bloomin heather hedge for Walter Prichard Eaton's next story, and Fish re-embarked on his milk wagon and drove along to supply his waiting customers at Falls Village.
Connecticut western news., 1914-07-30
Another Over-ruling.

Judge Joseph P. Futile of the Civil Superior court has handed down q decision in the appeal of the Town oi Westport from the decision of the Public Utilities Commission in which the demurrers of the Connecticut Company the respondent in the case, are over. ruled.
 The Connecticut Company petitioned the Public Utilities Commission for an order compelling the Town of Westport to strengthen a bridge in the town over which the trolley cars passed, claiming that the bridge was unsafe. The Com mission after investigation decided that the bridge was in an unsafe condition and was of the opinion that it should be strengthened and so ordered, and it also ordered that the Connecticut Com pany should pay 25 per cent. of the expense of the work.
 From this decision the Town of Vest port took an appeal to the Civil Superior Court.
Connecticut western news., 1914-07-30
AUTO TURNED TURTLE
Guest al Wangum Badly Injured on East
 Canaan Road.

MT. II. M. Thomas, young man con- nected with the Borden Company i'll New York, is confined to his bed, at the Wangum, W ith painful and possibly ssriCu3 injuries to his back and abdomen, as result of an auto accident on the road ill East Canaan, Monday afternoon. He arrived at the Wangum one day last week with his sister, Mrs. Evelyn Brencr, for a weeks stay. and made the acquaintance of the son of Bishop Olmstead, of Colorado, who also is stopping at the Wangum. MT. Olm- stead came on with his Ford touring car, and on Monday it was proposed that the three-Thomas, Olmstead and Mrs. Brener-go out for an auto ride, in the Olmstead car. Thomas, admit ting that he wasn't an expert chauffeur, volunteered to drive, assuring the others that he could handle the Ford.
 The party went over. to Norfolk and on the return, were passing through the No. district, at good rate of speed, when the auto swerved slightly to one side, and to bring it back into the ruts Thomas turned the steering wheel, but turned it too far and the car ran off the road on the other side. Then instead of shutting off his power he gave the wheel another twist and the response was so quick and effective that the car whirlsd suddenly at right angles to the road and Topped completely over, turn ing turtle, and pinning the occupants of the rear seat beneath it.
 Thomas, who was the most severely hurt, was the only one of the party who was able to extricate himself from the wreck, but he was unable to help the others. Dwellers in the neighbor- hood ran to the spot and pulled out Mrs. Brener and MT. Olmstead, who were practically unhurt. Thomas was helped from the spot and Dr. Adam, who was at once sent for, soon arrived in his auto, examined the young man and brought the party back to the Wangum, where a more thorough examination showed that Thomas's injuries were very severe, though at present writing it is impossible to determine whether he is seriously injured internally.
 The nature of his injuries, in the back and abdomen, would seem to indi- Cd15 tIla1 Ao lldl OcoA cduBn1 D0tW6on the. steering wheel and the seat, and crushed, as his abdomen is badly abrased, the skin having been scrapel Of, and his back bears evidence of s4vere pressure. He suffered excruciat- ing pain for time, but is resting easier at present. .
 The auto was considerably damaged, the windshield, lamps, lenders, etc. ], being smashed, and the shaft of the steering gear wrenched out of shape.
 Since the above was written the young man was transferred to the Dan- bury Hospital, attended by Dr. Adam, for treatment. His condition, last night was less favorable, and it is thought he may be injured internally.
Connecticut western news., 1914-07-30
Circus Coming.

The representatives of the Wheeler Bros. Greater Shows have completed all arrangements for the appearance of that world-famous enterprise in Ca- naan on Aug. 6. For more than a decade the Wheeler Bros. Circus have maintained a prominent place in the front rank of American shows because of it's unusual characteristics as a circus, it's essential quality of differ ent from other shows," its fine mena- gerie and it's great display of the nest horses in the world. The Famous Stampede Wild West Shows, which have a worldwide reputation and which were enjoyed by many people of this country at two of the Worlds Fairs, are conceded to be without equal in their special line.-adv.
Connecticut western news., 1914-07-30
Pomona Field Dav.

There will be Field Day meeting of Housatonic Valley Pomona Grange, No. 10, held on the lawn of the Con- gregational church in Kent, Conn. Aug. 3, at noon.
 First on the program is dinner After dinner there will be good speakers, Worthy National Lecturer, W. F. Gaunt, of New Jersey; Brother c. M. Gardner, High Priest of Demeter, of Massachusetts; Brother J. A Peckham, Master of R. L State Grange; Brother J. Arthur Sherwood, Master of Con- necticut State Grange, and other state officers. All patrons are invited to come and bring their friends and friends are invited to come alone. All come
Connecticut western news., 1914-07-30
KICK THEM 0UTl
Beware of Impostors who Want to
 Clean Your Carpet Sweepers.

Clean Your Carpet Sweepers.
 The following, from the. Springfield Republican should be of interest to people hereabouts, who have been or may be victimized by the clever gen. tlemen referred to:
 "The Bissell carpet sweeper company of Grand Rapids, Mich, yesterday sent u warning to the police department notifying them of operations of men in this vicinity who represent themselves as agents of that company. The con- pany claims that its business is being injured by these men, who say they are sent out by the company to inspect and repair carpet sweepers. It is claimed that they charge exorbitant prices for the work, do little except to clean up the machines and sometimes fail to return the machines which they have taken to repair. The company says it has no such agents in the field. |"
 Canaan has recently been "worked" by gang of agents" answering to the above description. They are slick young fellows of gentlemanly deport- ment, we'll dressed and smooth spoken. In some instances they were entrusted with carpet. sweepers which they pre- tend ,d to clean and repair but to which in fact they did nothing more than take apart and put together again, charging outrageous prices for the operation and leaving the machines, in some cases, in worse condition than they were in orig inally.
 Apparently they know nothing about the mechanism of carpet sweepers and are simply impostors who set out to make an easy living by victimizing the people who entrust their machines to them. People who own carpet sweepers should give these fellows a cold recep- tion, or kick them into the street when they call.
Connecticut western news., 1914-07-30
Grange Field Meetings

Arrangements have been made to hold the annual field meeting with the several Pomona Oranges as follows:
 Monday, Aug. 8, with Housatonic Valley Pomona, No. 10, on the lawn of the Congregational church in Kent.
 Tuesday, Aug. 4, with Excelsior Pomona, No. IT, at Lake Quassapaug. Take cars from Waterbury.
 Wednesday, Aug. 5, with Fairfield County Pomona, No. 9, at the home of Bro. Emil Berger, Trumbull Ten minutes walk from Trumbull Station or Long Hill trolley.
 Thursday, Aug. 6, with New Haven County Pomona, No. 5, at Mansfield s Grove. Take trolley marked ''Momau- guin' from New Haven.
 Friday, Aug. 7, with East Central Pomona, No. 3, at Crystal Lake, on the Stafford trolley line
 Tuesday, Aug. IS, with New London CountyPomoua, No. 6, with Franklin Grange which is easily reached by trolley from Norwich.
 Wednesday, Aug. 19, with Sea View Pomona No. 8, at Haddam Island. oO bO7 AAlSShuuA1, Wll0Io JULIUS VIII Oebhe passengers to the Island. Thursday, Aug. 20, with Quinnebaug Pomona, No. 3, at the home of Stanton D. Wicks, Dean Hill Farm, Pomfret.
 Friday, Aug. 21, with Moun tain County Pomona, No. 4, at Highland Lake Farm West Winsted. Five minutes walk from station or trolley.
 Connecticut has been especially fortunate this year in securing the National Lecturer Bro. George W. r. Gaunt,, of New Jersey, for the entire week of August 3.
 The other speakers will be High Priest of Demeter, Bro. O. M. Gardner, of Massachusetts; Bro. Joseph A. Peck ham, Master of Rhode Island Satte Grangee; Bro Andrew J. Felker, Con- missioner of Agriculture of New Hamp- shire; and Overseer of New Hampshire State Grange.
 Also the Master, Overseer, Lecturer and Chaplain of the Connecticut State Grange.
Connecticut western news., 1914-07-30
AUTO ABLAZE
Leaky Carburettor Sets Gasoline Afire
 and Makes Excitement.

A big Palmer Singer touring car belonging to Mrs. T. M. Sullivan, of Waterbury, Conn.,, and occupied by seven young men bound for Twin Lakes on a fishing expedition created some thing of a sensation on Main street, Tuesday morning, by bursting into flames while running, on the wrong road, at moderate speed, near the Peirce hill. The driver had neglected to turn at the Methodist church, and was pro- ,;eeding toward the Clarence Humphrey corner, when, without warning, flames shot up through the floor beneath the feet or the front seat occupants. The machine was immediately stopped, the party dismounted, and it was found that the entire under part of the machine was ablaze, the fire raging most fercely under tine front part. The tourists set to work vigorously, endeav- bring to put the fire out by throwing sand on it, from the side of the road, but with little effect. Word was sent to Brewers garage for help, and Theron Perkins hastened to the scene with 8 "Pyrene" fire extinguisher, which put out the blaze ill a jiffy, though il looked for time as if the anto would be totally consumed or ruined ..
 On examination it was found that g cap to the carburetter had been lost off, and the leakage permitted the escaping gasolene to come into contact with the spark, starting the blaze and threaten.
 ing the destruction of the car.
 The defect was quickly remedied, and the party-after getting on the right road continued their journey.
Connecticut western news., 1914-07-30
Railroad Track Victim,

Peter Petrino, of Bridgeport, was found beside the New Haven road tracks short distance from the Stam- ford station, Monday night suffering from a fractured skull, crushed leg and other injuries of less severe nature. He was removed to the hospi- tai where it was found necessary to amputate the leg. His condition is serious. It is supposed that he received the injuries in trying to board moy- ing train.
Connecticut western news., 1914-07-30
Order to Muzzle Dogs.

An order to muzzle dogs in Hunting, ton came from the commissioner of domestic animals, J. o. Phelps, Mon day because it had been found that a dog which bit a lad last week was afflicted with rabies. Two other persons were bitten by the same dog. The head of the dog was sent to Prof. Conn, who made the report upon it.
Connecticut western news., 1914-07-30
Servant Blew Out Gas.

Eva Apolsky, young Lithuanian girl, only 8 few days ln the United States, was engaged by Mrs. l.. M. Oser of Waterbury, as servant girl Thursday. The same. night, on retir- ing, she blew out the gas and her life- less body was found by her employer in the morning.
 Medical Examiner pr. A. A. Crane pronounced it an accidental death, the girl evidently having been ignorant of the deadly effects of Illuminating gas. AS far as is known, she had no relatives or friends in this country.
Connecticut western news., 1914-07-30
Tried Suicide.

Frank Early, Millerton bartender, attempted to cut his throat, a few days ago, but failed to cut deep enough and is now repentant. He had not drank liquor for ten years, until few days before his attempt at suicide, when he ''broke over," and subsequently, became Respondent and resolved to end it all.
Connecticut western news., 1914-07-30

Willie-"Pop, what's the difference between Nero and Zero?"
 Father-"Nero had hot time and Zero a cold time; now run on to bed. Y" Florida Times Union.
 The spinster evidently has not led a chased ife.-Lippincotts.
Connecticut western news., 1914-07-30

"Why are you in such hurry for the new currency?'
 "The little supply that had of the old is almost exhausted. Buffalo Express.
Shoshone journal. [volume] (Shoshone, Idaho) 1884-1931, 1914-10-16

FOR breeding purposes see 5sckett's $
thoroughbred Poland Chinzs-
Shoshone journal. [volume] (Shoshone, Idaho) 1884-1931, 1914-10-16
PLAYING HE'LL
WITH MY HOGS
ONE DIETRICH FARMER FORcIBLY
EXPRESSES HIMSELF ABOUT
DROP IN PRICE FOR HIS SWINE.

The hog market shows decline under
the influence of the large imports re-
ceived from Canada under Democratic
free trade. Swine are now arriving
from across the line in Portland and
Seattle by trainload. The loss 10
Idaho growers is at least a dollar a
head for every hog now sold from this
state. The tariff tinkerers have hit US
hard and the time to hit back ap-
proaches at the election.
Whereas before the arrival in Amer
lean markets Of Canadian hogs. right
here in the Shoshone market hogs
found ready sale at 81 cents a pound.
Dozens Of buyers We're anxious to get
them for the ready money. Nowadays
buyers are still around. for Idaho hogs
are the best in the world. but sH
cents is the best price offered.
In all Southern Idaho where hogs
have yielded SO much wealth and
where they thrive as nowhere else the
loss to the producers amounts TO
thousands Of dollars. Tor where farm
er received ss.Ooe for q shipment
few months ago he must now accept
$500 for the same weight in porkers
that are ready for market.
This here free trade" said niet-
rich farmer in Shoshoue yesterday, "is
nlayiug hell with my hogs
Shoshone journal. [volume] (Shoshone, Idaho) 1884-1931, 1914-10-16
FRANK MILLSAPS
IS NEW MARSHAL
TOWN BOARD APPOINTS WELL
KNOWN CITIZEN TO LOCK AFT
ER GOOD ORDER IN sHoSHoNE

\ special meeting q the town
board vas held on Friday evening
when Frank 1IilisaDs was appointed
marshal He Immediately entered up
or the discharge Of his duties Il vas
stated in behalf Of 8lIIzaps at pre-
viouz meeting Of the board thar The
trustees would more than likely a2-
point hin IS soon a. a fun attendance
could Be secured
The new marshal has held puhlle
Offices q trust and responsibility z
the county, including that OF sheriE.
IL which ne made q record that Il
referred 70 by his friends as showing
an ideal running q that ofce- h
was also the first assessor q Lincoln
county
In Offering his services 10 the tora
NiIlsaps stated that he would honestly
perform the duties pertaining 10 the
Office Of marshal and T he made good
he would expect an increased salary
The pay Is SIS Per month
Shoshone journal. [volume] (Shoshone, Idaho) 1884-1931, 1914-10-16
WHY THE NEW TAXI

Z Since the United States IS not En-
gagged in war the American people VII
scrutinize closely the war taxes whIcE
/ are about 70 be imposed by Congress
There IS no chance that the taxes
VIII be approved BY the people in
cloud Of patriotism Marching troops
VIII not distract the attention Of tas
voters Bands VII net be present ta
drown the protests Of those who are
pinched BY the taxes
The people VIII want 70 know why
I they are being taxed, They VIII want
TO know whether such taxes are nee
essary. and whether they might not
have been avoided by the practice of
a little economy since the Democrats
party came Into power
II there were any real issues which
influenced the election OF the Demo
Gratis. aside from the split in the Re-
publican party. they were the high cost
OF living and the pledge Of economy
The tariff for revenue has proved
failure from q revenue producing
standpoint Before the war began.
imports had increased amazingly. but
the revenue had fallen or
Il the new tariff cannot be defend
ed as a revenue producer. its accept
ance By any portion Of the public Is
doubtful Certainly It ca4dnot be
shown 10 have reduced the cost Of Iiv-
ing It's effects on business and en-
pIoyment is already an issue IN the
congressional campaign.
By bringing forward a plan for war
taxes. al a time when the United states
Is at peace. the Democratic party de-
lioerately focuses attention upon ex-
travagauce and the failure Of the tar
II for revenue only. Il suggests aa
inquiry as 10 the reason why ecoz-
onmies have not been practced. and
why the tariff for revenue only has not
produced the revenue.
Many Of these issues might have
been overlooked BY the public if they
had been left as abstract problems
but with 4 large portion Of the public
feeling the pinch in the pocket book
some original thinking VIII be done
al the polls--Washing1on Post
Shoshone journal. [volume] (Shoshone, Idaho) 1884-1931, 1914-10-16
GOVERNOR HAIkES'
WARM WELCOME
GOVERNOR SPENDS TWO DAYS
~ LINCOLN WITH ATTORNEY
cENERAL-TRlP TO JEROME.

Governor Haines and Attorney Gen
eral Peterson passed Thursday ard
Friday in Lincoln county. On Thurs
day afternoon, after arriving from
Burley on the midday train. they were
taken, along with a score Of shoshone
friends, to Richheld, where they ne,
with a hearty reception. Returning
to Shoshone in the evening there was
an enthusiastic public meeting in the
opera house addressed. by the visitors.
The speakers were presented by A E.
Bowler. Governor Haines told il a
straightforward manner Of his success
full efforts at getting at an understand
ing Of the tax problems that are ever
erising in new country. where be
cause of sparce settlements the bur
dens are heavy. He showed, however.
that the air had been surcharged with
false accusations against men who were
striving to the best OF their humble
ability to serve the people in admin
istrative offices. The Governor told
modestIy how he and his associates
had worked from ten to fifteen hours
day almost every day throughout
his term of Office
The Attorney General ridddled as
preposterous the pretensions Of Mr..
Alexander that he could save the State
a million dollars a year if the dear
people would only elect that thrifty
merchant Governor. when the expenses
OF the State government foot up an
amount fully a hundred thousand dol
lars less than the saving. The speak
er told of numerous other similar
mistakes of Moses" with respect 10
his ideas of frugality and thrift and
the Attorney General made a decided
hit with his hearers.
This morning the Governor and
Attorney General were taken TO Jer-
ONE BY Senator Gooding who had
been absent from town the day be-
fore. A score of automobiles were
employed to take over to the metrop-
oils of the south the many enthusiasts
who desired to go from Shoshone.
Jerome expects today one of the
greatest gatherings in its history.
The speakers will address crowds
from the front of the Inn. County
Heiss came up last night
along with other prominent Republi-
cans from that place to give assur-
that the Jerome people were to give
the distinguished visitors.
Shoshone journal. [volume] (Shoshone, Idaho) 1884-1931, 1914-10-16
A JUDGE NORTH or
THE RIVER NEEcEO.
HALEY Timez)


District judges are 10 be non-parti-
san, They VIII be voted for regardless
Of their party affiliations. Which is
as it should be-
But both ought not to be elected
from one locality. and that in the ex-
treme southerly end Of the district
There are several good reasons Why
they should not be. One Of these is
that Of convenience 10 attorneys and
litigants.
In case litigant wants al iujune-
sion or any important order or any
proceeding at chambers he viii hsve
TO 90 where the judge is. This Win
involve mueh extra expense snd loss
Of time. Supposing a citizen Of Camas
Prairie or ef Wood River Or Of any part
Of Blaine or Elncre or osher counties
wished the order He and his attorney
VIII have TO and 3 judge- II both
5adsss iive in Twin Fsls. for inssarce.
lawyer and client nluss 50 there and
,hus be a week maRins round trip