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The Alaska daily empire., 1914-06-01

J. F. Diggs, of the Portal camp of the Gastineau Co.,, returned to his work yesterday, after having under. gone a siege of lagrippe.
The Alaska daily empire., 1914-06-01
Empress Captain Blames
 Master of Storstadt
DEAD, sss; RESCUED, 41s.

Montreal, June 1.-The late. est revised figures place the num- Der of dead resulting iron, the Empress of Ireland wreck at s6s, and the number of survivors at AIS.
The Alaska daily empire., 1914-06-01
cAmp ElnE nlRI S REruRN.

The Camp Fire Girls, whom Miss Edith Kempthorne took out to Lemon creek, returned to town last night The rain interefered with the best camp ing results.
The Alaska daily empire., 1914-06-01
podoe to Advise MedIators.

WASHINGTON, June 1.-Percival Dodge has been selected to act as ad. wiser for the delegates at the Niagara Falls mediators conference.
The Alaska daily empire., 1914-06-01
YOUNG MCCLURE SUICIDES.

YOUNG MCCLURE SUICIDES.
 YONKERS, N. r., June 1.-R. Bruce Mcclure. former head of the Mcclure syndicate, committed suicide here yes terday. He was nephew of Samuel s. Mcclure.
The Alaska daily empire., 1914-06-01

WANTED-Four.room house or flat, partly furnished if possible, Address R. c. Care Empire.
The Alaska daily empire., 1914-06-01
New Alahama Record.

TROY Ala, June 1.-The tempera- ture here yesterday reached 1O2 de- grees in the shade, making a new Ala bama May record.
The Alaska daily empire., 1914-06-01
FEDERAL LEAGUE.

At Chicago-Chicago, 1; Indianapo- lis, o. At Kansas City-Kansas City, 3; St. Louis, 2.
 Saturdays Scores: At St. Louis-Kansas City, 4: St. Lou. is, 2. At Chicago-Chicago, 1; Indianapolis, 0. At Baltimore - Pittsburgh, 6; Balti' more, 5. Twelve innings. At Buffalo-Brooklyn 3; Buffalo, 1.
The Alaska daily empire., 1914-06-01

If you have small house cheap for cash. address Mrs. F. Walton. Gen1 Delivery. City. 6-1-??
The Alaska daily empire., 1914-06-01

FOR RENT - Large double front room, furnished; suitable for two Call phone 605.
The Alaska daily empire., 1914-06-01

Have some fun! Tickle the ivorIes at Burford's. 2-16-tf.
The Alaska daily empire., 1914-06-01
COAL MINERS KILLED

TAMAQUA. Pa, June 1.-Eight coal miners were killed here Saturday by falling down a mine shaft.
Putnam patriot., 1914-07-10
THE FOURTH
No Accidents from Explosives Reported
 in the City
NOlsy for a Few Hours the Night Before.
 People Go and Come

As far as known no accidents occur red in Putnam from the use of explo- sives on the Fourth. Ii was aS near safe and sane celebration as the city has seen. Firecraekers exploded were of small ealieer and not prone to do any injury There was a little more noise the night before the National hol. iday than in some previous years but il was confined wholly 10 the early evening hours. No acts ei vandalism were reported and no fires occurred so that we can breathe easy once more that the celebration was properly done and the proper amount of patriotism displayed without injury to person or property. Many flags were displayed from public and private buildings and residences. There were a number of picnicS, clam bakes and family gather ings and the usual number of visitors and those to visit in other places.
 The day was beautiful one Many people went to Alexanders lake and the theatres did good business. There were private displays of fireworks in the evening. There were five arrests for minor otIenses due to the ceiebrat. ing spiiit running in the wrong diree- tion. All in all Putnam had a very satisfactory observance Of lndepend. enee Day.
Putnam patriot., 1914-07-10
Bradley Theatre.

Always cool and comfortable and a little better show at the Bradley. Manager Goldman has inaugurated a summer season that is pleasing his pa- irons and proving to be the best hot weather season in the history of the house. This Thursday evening the big spectacular picture "War is Hell, ]" will be seen for the last time. In ad- dition is a side splitting comedy pie ture called 1.-The Graftersn which has introduced more laughs into Putnam than any picture in long time.
 Friday and Saturday the latest reels of the Salem Fire will be shown. These pictures have just been released and NJ ManagerGoldma was on the spot 10 secure them for Ihis patrons as soon as any body could have them. It is this progressiveness on the part of the Bradley that makes hit with the pa- irons who always feel that they are seeing the latest.
 Miss Regina Young of Boston, re- gently added to the Bradley staff, is pleasing the audiences with the rendi- tion of the newest songs. She has a good voice and a good range and her numbers are well received. adv
Putnam patriot., 1914-07-10
Benefit for Salem Fire Sufferers

A benefit performance the proceeds to be .given to the sufferers from the Salem fire will be held in the Bradley theatre Sunday evening. Manager Goldman has rendered the use Of the theatre free and in conjunction with Rev. C. J. Hartman of St. Philips church is arranging suitable pro- gram. Various appeals have been re- ceived by organizations in the city for aid for the people of Salem. There have been a number of affairs for rais- ing money arranged by these societies but the benefit of Sunday Is the first general effort that has been attempted. All people will be afforded an oppor- tunity to do their mite and will be well entertained. The program will con sist of series of moving pictures which will include those of the Salem fire and others appropriate for the day, other features to be added will be in the nature of the usual Sunday con- cert and will probably consist of sing ing by members of the different church ehoirs.
Putnam patriot., 1914-07-10
City COurt..- Mann Judge

The holiday contributed five eases to the police 'court. William Chafiee was arraigned Saturday morning and plead guilty to drunkenness and was discharged.
 Monday morning John O'Leary, who had previous court record was sent to jail for 30 days on an intoxication charge.
 Mark Warren and Norbert LeClair got into an altercation on Livery street the night of the Fourth and more or less threatening language was used and LeClair finally struck Warren As he was coming out of saloon. Both were found guilty of breach of the peace and paid fines of 8.
 Jerry O'Brien tof Mechanicsville plead guilty to shooting revolver loaded with bullets. O'Brien was in a penifent and apologetic frame of mind in court and said he did not know what mIed him except the fact that he had too many ales over local bar. lie also contributed B to the city treasury.
Putnam patriot., 1914-07-10
Woman Suffrage Campaign Ends Today
Campaigners to Continue the Work in
 Holland County

This is the last week of the Votes for Women automobile tour, by means Of which the Connecticut Woman Suf- frage Association has been carrying on an active campaign in Windham eoun- ty for nearly month. The party has taken headquarters in Willimantic for this week and the schedule includes the following dates:
 Chaplin, Monday, July 6, Church vestry, s D. m.
 Hampton, Tuesday, July :, Grange hall, p. m.
 Scotland, Wednesday, July S,Grange hall, s p. m.
 WilImantic, Thursday, July 9, s ?. m.
 The campaign headquarters over the Fourth were at Mrs. J. k. Sheppard's s cottage in South Woodstock. The workers expressed much regret at leaving this part of the county where they have had such hospitable recep- tion and have enjoyed the hearty co. operation of the local sufiragists. The workers celebrated the Fourth of July by attending the clambake at East Woodstock and by holding several open air meetings. Mrs. John Evans Sheppard was one of the speakers at the East Woodstock celebration mak- ing equal suffrage the subject of her address. Miss Pierson and Miss Freda Kirchway spoke at the theatre at Wildwood park in the afternoon. From there they went to Willimantic where they had a very successful street meet ing at the sunset hour.
 After the mass meeting to be held in Willimantic Thursday evening the or ganizers of the c. w. $. A. will go from Windham into Holland county and conduct a similar campaign.
Putnam patriot., 1914-07-10
Miss Mabel Dupre Saves Chifd's Life

Quick thought and prompt action on the part of Miss NJ abel Dupre of North Grosvenordale, who is employed in the office of Richard German Front street, saved five year old tot in Webster from horrible death on the Fourth.
 Miss Dupre was walking along the street in Webster when she saw the clothing of little girl burst into flames. The child began to scream and Miss Dupre grabbed it in her arms and ran to lawn nearby where she rolled 1t over and over in the damp grass until the fire was extinguished.
 The child was only slightly burned and Miss Dupre received several burns on her hands. Her prompt action and courage was commended by people who saw her make the rescue. The child it is thought set her clothing on fire with piece of smouldering fire cracker she picked up.
Putnam patriot., 1914-07-10
Dan Cutler Association Formed
Seventy Descendants Enjoy Outing and
 Clam Bake

On July 4th clam bake and outing was held in Hawkins Grove, West Glocester, and an association was form ed and organized to be composed of the descendants of Dan Cutler and known as the Dan Cutler Association. There were about seventy members of the family present. Officers were elected as follows:
 President, William E. Davison.
 Vice president, Mrs. Lizzie Hawkins.
 Secretary, Augustus Il. Cutler.
 Treasurer, Mrs. Alice Hawkins.
 IL was voted to hold clam bake and outing on each Fourth of July, or on such day as the national holiday is celebrated. The gathering was trans ported to and from Putnam in an auto- mobile truck owned by Walter Hawk ins and touring ear of Fred Taft. Mr. Taft of Uxbridge was appointed table committee with power to select his own assistants.
Putnam patriot., 1914-07-10
Tramps Camping near Putnam Line

There is tramps' camp near Day vile not very far from the Putnam line where the knights of the road have been making headquarters and swap ping stories of the road. The members of the fraternity are beginning to make themselves a nuisance and the officials of the town are going to route them out. They have been living by beg ging and making occasional raids with an occasional recruit appearing with a few dollars as compensation for work in a nearby mill. There was large week end party at the rendzyous and tripe was the chief dish on the bill Of fare. The Putnam police will watch the course of events and if the camp is broken up and the campers come this way they will get warm reception.
Putnam patriot., 1914-07-10
COMMITTED SUICIDE Unknown Mau Drinks CarbOlic Acid
Was Passenger on Early Morning Trolley

was PasSengeT on tdFiN hotnInH iFuiiSY
 An .unknown man committed sut- eide in the hallway of Central block about ten o'clock this Thursday morn. ing by drinking an ounce of eerbolic acid which he purchased from local drug store. The man was dark com- plexioned, five feet four and weighed about lS5 pounds. He wore brown cap, blue coat, khaki trousers, sblack stockings and low shoes. He had on a cheap outing shirt and a suit of under. wear Nothing was found in his poek- cts except the label from the bottle marked carboic acid and paper of tobacco. There were no laundry marks on his underelothing or anything to give clue as to who he was.
 The man was first seen by tailor, who occupies room ir the building, when he opened his shop at about 7.3O. He was attracted to the man as he was acting queerly. At S.3o when Lawyer Bradford arrived at his office he found AtlN lt4AAA W HlAs HNAAhN AN NY tANAN NA AAhe door but could make nothing of his mattenngs. He asked the man what he wanted and he said he was waiting for a man. He,also said that his name was Connolly and that he had walked from North Scituate, R, l., distance of 2s miles. No further information could be obtained.
 About 9 o'clock Lawyer Bradford saw the man on the street and the next time he saw him he was apparently having fit in the hallway. Bradford and Robert Chadwick attempted to help him and when they spoke of get ting a doctor he said, "itis too late.n From the label found in his pocket it was seen that the carbolic acid was purchased in this city, and the drug store clerk identified the man as the one who had made the purchase a short time before. Dr. $ B. Overlook, acting for Medical Examiner Dr, ]. B.. Kent, viewed the body and gave his finding as suicide.
 A conductor on the Shore Line trol- ley road later identified the man as q passenger on his car from Elmville to Putnam early this morning. Eimville i is the junction where cars from Proyi- dence and North Seituate meet those from Putnam, which partly sbears out the mans story that he came from North Scituate The police are trying l to locate relatives.
Putnam patriot., 1914-07-10
lnterestlne Locals
ADVERTISEMENT

Take look at the inducements of- fered in our Special Sale Ad and see if you think you can afford to miss it. Church Clothing Go.
 Come and see what splendid suit a little money will buy here right now Church Clothing Co.
 Ghas. II. Eddy, for over twenty years with Chickering X Sons, has accepted the position of manager with the Poole Piano company, which is fast coming to the front as one of the highest grade pianos.
 For the summer cottage, camp, or in private dance, the Victrola certainly 'fills the bill"
 A very choice line of Cranes papers are being shown by Geo. k. shaw. For those who wish he engrayes the name of your summer home on same.
 Why not one of those mission clocks shown by Jeweler Shaw for your den or summer cottage?
Putnam patriot., 1914-07-10
Vote Sl.O0e for State Road Work

A special town meeting was held in the municipal building at , o'clock Monday afternoon to see if the town would appropriate sl 900 for state h igh way improvement on Woodstock ave- nue. Chester F.. Child was elected chairman of the meeting. It was ex- plsined by the selectmen that the town had sl 900 already and with another thousand added would allow sS,000 for the improvement as the state will pay $ GOO if the town appropriates s2,000. The work is to begin near Marshall street and continue as far towards the Woodstock town line as the amount of money to be used will carry it and as a very low bid has been received it is hoped that the work may extend to the town line. The money was voted without opposition.
Putnam patriot., 1914-07-10
Van VoIkenburg Widow Has Rivals for
 Hand
Residence Pomfret. Secured Divorce in
 Putnam

At Paris, France, dual of devotion, with kings uncle welding an im- passioned foil against the diplomatic dagger of an Austrian noble, is being fought for the hand and heart of Mrs. Philip Van Volkenburgh of New York, "the S10 ,000 900 widow.p
 The rivals are the Portuguese Duke of Oporto, brother of the slain Carlos and uncle of deposed Manuel, and Prince Wolff Metternieh of Austria, kin of the great statesman who often balfled Napoleon.
 Paris has watched the battle of love. Both of the suitors are past 30. It seemed until little while ago that Oporto was in the lead for the favor of the beautiful Mrs. Van Volkenburgh. In fact, there were rumors that we'd ding had actually taken place.
 HIt is true 1 am to visit Prince Wolff Metternich's castle," Mrs. Van Vol kenburgh told reporter, "but it is premature to talk of marriage. The prince is an extremely nice bachelor, but it is a mistake to assume we are engaged"
 "What do you think of the Duke of Oporto?" she was asked.
 "Ever since last winter, when l met the duke at Monte Carlo" she replied, s'he has paid me fiattering attentions and always behaved with royal gal lantry. But then lately I've also met Bonaparte and Bourbon princes, and l would not say the duke is more chiv- alrous than they. The Bourbons, for instance, are a delightful family, with warm feelings for all American wom' en-
 While Mrs. Van Volkenburgh de- clined to say where she liked to bestow her hand among this galaxy of princes, she conveyed the impression that the matter lay between Oporto and Met ternich, but that in the whirl of socie- ty events last week she hadn't had time to make up her mind.
 Mrs. Van Volkenburgh secured her divorce in the superior court at Put nam few months ago and stated that she always claimed Pomfret as her per manent residence.
Putnam patriot., 1914-07-10
ANNUAL OUTING
Eastern Connecticut Business Men to
 Meet at StOrrS
WiIIimaniie Board of Trade Arranging
 Program for July 10th

The members of the Willimantic Board of Trade and Business Mems Association, inc, who have been ap- pointed to make arrangements for the third annual iouting of the Eastern Connecticut Business men at the Con- necicut Agricultural College, Storrs, on July Is, are busily at work attend ing to many details which need at tention. Weather conditions being fa- vorable the outing will be most enjoy able The members of the local or ganization will furnish their automo- piles for the transportation of guests
 From II to o'clock there will be the inspection of the college grounds and buildings, baseball and sports of all kinds At o'clock dinner will be served in the college dining hall Music will be furnished by Hiekey's orehes- tra. President z. l.. Beach of the Con- nectieut Agricultural College will de- liver an address and then there will be five minute talks by various business men.
 John C. Tracy of Wifimantic has presented a silver cup as prize for the team winning the baseball game. It is intended to have a game each year and the cup will be given to the winning team.
 C. S. Andem, president of the Put nam Business Mems Association and k. NJ. Wheaton are delegates from the Putnam association but all members are cordially invited and large dele gation is expected to attend.
Putnam patriot., 1914-07-10
FRACTURED SKULL
John Riley Fell Down Subway Stairs
At First Thought lie Would Die. Now
 on Way 10 Recovery

The subway stairs sat the railway station claimed another victim Fourth of July in the person of John Riley, who missed his footing and fell frae- turing his skull. He was taken to the Day Kimball hospital where his name was placed on the dangerous list and it was at first thought he would die. He regained consciousness Sunday and will probably recover.
 Riley crossed South Main street to the north stairs leading into the sub- way and started to descend. He mis- sed his footing and made a grab for the hand rail but his clutch didn't hold and he pitched headlong to the bot tom striking on his head. Some men passing through the subway saw him fall and ran to his assistance. They did not realize how badly he was in- iured but physician was summoned and Dr. Marguerite Bullard respond ed. She found that the mans skull was fractured and he was bleeding profusely from a wound that laid the scalp back from the side of his head. She called for the ambulance te take him to the hospital In the mean time a streteher was procured and Ri ley was taken to the baggage room to await the coming of the ambulance.
 Riley is a section foreman on the New Haven road and is we'll known in Putnam. He is large heavy man. The subway stairs have been the scene of number of accidents from falls but Riley received the most serious in juries of any of the number.
Putnam patriot., 1914-07-10
Campaign of Safety

The Webster Automobile club, Of which Putnam motorists are members, has inaugurated campaign of safety first and are causing to be distributed to the school children of Putnam and Webster pamphlets giving practical rules and suggestions to be followed 10 avoid accidents. A petition bearing over 100 signatures has been delivered to the selectmen of Webster asking their cooperation by enforcing regula- tions relative 10 speed, use of lights and observance Of traffic rules. The Putnam members are interested in the erection of warning signs at bad curves, grade crossings and other dangerous places in this section
Putnam patriot., 1914-07-10
Special Town Meeting in Thompson
 Thursday
Votes Not to Increase Number of Mem
 bers on School Board

A special town meeting was held in Thompson last Thursday to see If the town would vote to increase the mem- bership of the school board from six to nine. R. H. Chandler was moderator of the meeting and Dyer ;. Elliott clerk. There was good number pres- ent and considerable discussion pre- ceded the vote. The proposal to change the number of the board was voted down by vote of 70 to 52. It Is un- derstood that the school board were evenly divided in the matter of hiring a principal for the Tourtellotte Memo rial High school and 1t was for the purpose of breaking this dead lock that petition for town meeting to in- crease the membership of the board was circulated.
Putnam patriot., 1914-07-10
St. Mary's Parish Bazar, September
 Ist. 3rd and 4lII

Members of St. Mary's parish are planning to hold a mammoth bazar in St. Mary's hall September lst, 3rd and 4th. This is the first venture of it's kind since the late Fr. Vygen's time. The proceeds will be used in purchas- ing new pews for the church. It is in- tended to have the new seats installed by Christmas. Many seats have al- ready been engaged by parishonefs and are selling at s15. The purchasers name will be in evidence on the seat purchase and all wishing to purchase should communicate with the pastor at an early date.
Putnam patriot., 1914-07-10
CHAUTAUQUA WEEK
May Be Held in Putnam If Encouraged
Sneakers of National Reputation to Come


 pr. Irwin P. McCurdy of Lansford, Pa. representing the Ghautauqua As sociation of Swarthmore, Pa, is in the city making plans for a Chautauqua week in Putnam the first week in Au- gust. If he receives the necessary en- couragement the event is assured.
 six representative citizens of the city met Dr. MeCurdy, the Chautauqua representatiye, and Miss Grace Her sBev, field organizer, at the Putnam Inn Tuesday night and the matter was talked over. Those present were all in favor of the enterprise coming to this civ. Wednesday Dr. McCurdy was among the people seeking support and before night had half of the necessary names to make the coming of the Chautauqua assured.
 The Doctor says only three things are required; "A lot sufficiently large 10 put up a tent that will hold 200 people with an opportunity to enlarge Unnecessary, a permit from the author ities, and the cooperation and support of the people. The association that he represents is the one with which Sec retary of State Bryan is connected, and although 1t cannot be guaranteed that Mir. Bryan will come 10 Putnam it is more than possibIe-it is probable that he will do so as he has his vaca- ton in August. Judge Ben Lindsey and Dr.Russell Conwell will be among the speakers, and there will also be addresses on the woman suffrage ques- lion, a gentleman taking the affirma- tive and lady the negative side of the issue. Other features such as concert companies and bands are on the pro- gram.
 Putnam gets the opportunity of hav- ing this series of meetings on account of the fact that after arrangements had been made for meeting in Spencer, Mass, those interested asked that it be cancelled on account of the business depression in that place. This is the first time that the Chautauqua has in- vaded New England and it is believed and hoped that it will be given grand support and encouragement as there is nothing more edifying, uplifting, and entertaining than Chautauqua week.