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Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1914-07-25

Date Tor the nomination Tor the once
of Superintendent of Schools of Trego
county subject to the will of the Re
publican voters at the August pri-
mary. EVA PHILBRooK JONES.
Submitting to the people of the
work in office and promising added
efficiency because of the experience, /
announce myself candidate for NOM
ination to my present office subject
to the Republican voters at the Au-
gust primary. CARRIE A. STRADAL,
County Superintendent.
H F. Kline presents his name as
candidate for Representative in the
state legislature subject to the will
of the Republican voters of Trego
county at the August primary cleo
tion and respectfully solicits their
support.
/ hereby announce myself as can
didaIe for the nomination of Regis
ter of deeds of Trego county subject
to the will of the Republican voters
at the August primary. GA. CORT-
RIGHT.
/ hereby announce myself as can
didate for the nomination Of Sheriff
of Trego county subject to the will of
the Republican voters at the August
primary PETER DEBoER.
hereby announce myself as can
didat for reelection for the office of
County Clerk of Trego county, sub
ject to the will of the Republican
voters at the primary election. Au-
gust 4, l9l4.-C. II. BENSON.
prove my public service as judge of
the 23rd judicial district, l ask their
support at the primary election, A u
gust 4, 1914, to give me one of the
two nOn-partiZan nominations that
must be made. G. RUPPENTHAL.
hereby announce myself as cand-
idate for the nomination to the office
of Clerk of the District Court of Ire
go county subject TO the will of the
Democratic voters at the primary
election August q, 19l4.-W. j. WILL
IAMS.
To the Democrat voters of Treyp
tion for the Office of Treasurer of Tire
go county subject to the will of the
Democratic voters at the August pri-
mary.-F. b. ACRE.
i am a candidate for reelection to
the office of probate judge, subject to
the Republican nomination, and as
this office is of special interest to
women i respectfully solicit the sup
port of men and women voters alike.
S. PEACOCK.
L am a candidate for the Office of
probate judge of Trego county sub
ject to the decision of the Democrat
lc voters at the August primary.-W.
II. FINCH.
1 announce myself as a candidate
for Representative in the State Leg
lslature subject to the will of the
Democratic voters of Trego county
at the August primary--CHAs. r.
KIRRY.
/ am a candidate for the nomina-
ton for judge of the 23rd judicial
district of Kansas on the non-parti-
IAN ticket at the August primary
A. ID. GILKERsON
/ hereby announce myself a candi-
date for the nomination of County
Treasurer of Trego county subject to
the will of the Republican voters at
the August primary.-F- FL. RIDG-
WAY.
Norwich bulletin., 1914-05-07
CLEAN UP CAMPAIGN
To Start Saturday With Collection of
 Waste and Rubbish.

Next week, May 9-1s. inclusive, has been named as Clean-up week in Dan ielson by the Civic federation. The work of brightening up the borough is one in which every person with pride in his home town is invited to take part, and the lending of a little effort by great many people will be certain to accomplish wonders along the lines suggested.
 Mrs. Nathan D. Prince and Mrs. Alfred L. Reed are members of a com saittee of the federation in charge of the arrangements, and they will work out the details of the city beautiful campaign. The committee has sug- rested that all persons devote time during the coming week to gathering such rubbish or garbage as may have accumulated about property in which they are interested. On Saturday of this week. the committee in the mean time to be notified that there is ma terial to be taken away, team will be sent to remove the accumulation of waste matter.
 Members of the Danieison Business Mems association will take an active interest in the programme for cleaning up the borough and will lend aid to make the campaign successful Co operation is wanted from all quarters by the federation, for the greater the number of willing hands the more far reaching will be the results achieved
 Aid may be lent to. the clean-uI movement by the Boy Scouts. as ir other cities where they have been used to locate many places that need the attention of the cleaning forces
Norwich bulletin., 1914-05-07
i. delightful time was en-

fession and a delightful time was en- joyed by all
 The officers of the society are: Pres fdent. pr. F. E. Guild; vice president. Dr. Laura H. Hills; secretary -treas- urer. pr. c. A. Jenkins.
 The committee in charge Of the pleasant affair consisted of Drs. R. c. White, c. B. Simonds and F. M. Smith.
 Among those present from out or town were: pr. B. ]. Mcknight. pr. o. c. Smith, pr. E. Terry Smith. pr. AnseI c. Cook, Dr. Orrin R. Witter, Dr. E. R. Storrs, pr. c. Morris Hath away, Hartford: Dr. c. c. Giidersleeve Dr. w. K. Tingley. Dr. Anthony Peck, pr. c. E. Stark, Norwich; pr. Mar guerite J. Bullard. Putnam: pr. s. B Overlook, Pomfret. Dr. George M Burroughs. Danielson! Dr. Harry C. Clifton, Hartford; Dr. Emilian Koch, North Grosvenordale: Dr. William F. Higgins, South Coventry; Dr. H. M Pollock, Norwich; Dr. F. B. Converse, West Willington: Dr. Daniel Sullivan, New London.
Norwich bulletin., 1914-05-07
STcNINCTON
Old Lottery Tickets and Articles Taken From Those Lost on the Metis Civ en Historical Society.

pr. James H. Weeks has given the Stoninetpn Historical society col lection of rare and valuable papers and documents, Among them are a large number of lottery tickets, issueo in 17es,f to obtain funds for the build ing of the Coneregational church
 Mrs. Samuel H. Chesebro has gwen the society a box of articles wn1cn inc late Samuel Chesebro had in his poseession. articles taken from the bodies of those who per1shed on tne steamer Metis- in 1879 and never claimed by relatives of those who were iloet- l g s
 . Entertained Westerly Club.
 The -A1istuxet club had the coloni- al club of Westerly as guests al tneir rooms Wednesday night. Whist and pool were played and refresnments were served, '1 u Ladies,-AuxiIiary Meets
 Division No. z7, Ladies Auxiliary of the A O. H. held 6 special meeting in their hall. Wednesday night. Mrs. John Cassidy, of Summit street will entertain the society this Thursday evening. whist will be played. Mrs. Joseph F. Joseph has returned Mrs. William E.,Chapion, of Kings ton. R. l., is visiting here. + George w. Swift Of Detroit. Mich, was a recent visitor at the First Bap- tist parsonage-
Norwich bulletin., 1914-05-07
BALTIC
School Pupils Hear Lecture on Colo niaI History-SPeeiaI May Devo- tions.

The pupils of the Versailles school enjoyed a free lecture on History Of Colonial America, in the school build ing. The lecture was illustrated with stereopticon views, and was given by Mrs James c. Burr of Baltic. Super intendent A. l.. Young made a few remarks on the subject. The lecture is given by the state and was great ly appreciated by teachers and pupilS
 Notices have been posted in stores about town by defective agency 6 Boston offering a reward for the rs- covery of an automobile stolen h Providence recently.
 A meeting of the public school teachers of the town of Sprague was held in the school rooms Wednesday
 Edward J. Kelly of Boston was the guest of his parents Wednesday. May Devotiens.
 During May there will be deyotion6 each evening in St. Mary's church A honor of the Blessed Virgin Mary. On Wednesday and Friday evenings there will be special devotions- On ! Wednesday the devotions will con- sist of the Rosary. prayer and Bene- diction of the Blessed Sacrament. On Friday Stations of the Cross followed I by prayers and. Benediction-
Norwich bulletin., 1914-05-07
. PLAINFIELD
Village Modernized and Improved Through-the Building of its Fine, Well Kept Mill.

A number from here attended the Sunday school convention at the Wau- regan Congregational church Wednes- day. '
 John Taylor went to Boston Tues day to meet his sister who has come from England to visit him.
 William A. Devolve, Jr.. is entertain ing a friend from Maine.
 Mill a Big Advantage.
 Beautiful PIainfeld is putting on the Rarments of spring and will soon look her best-one of the prettiest villages in eastern Connecticut. and one Of the few that mill and it's tenements has not defaced Even the old residents who fought for the beauty of their be- loved Plainfield would be proud Of the grounds and modern tenements, the pretty Catholic church. the new school building and the many houses and business blocks that have been buht since new :Plainfield was added to tne old Electric cars, electric lights. tels- nbones and autos are the common thing now, but not so many years ago the village was thought .progressive because it had kerosene street nghts: Times have changed Many Pla1nnebd people wanted boom. but they want ed summer residences and hotei guests or some very refined employment. and the boom did not materialize, so when inc Iawton mill was talked of many said 1t would amount to nothing, out , iii is here, as is the bank and many other things that would surprise the old residents. And local people nave learned that the employees or m1ti like the one here are both a financial and social help to the village.
Norwich bulletin., 1914-05-07
EGG MASS PRIZES.
D. A. R. Money and Supt. Swiffs
 Books Given DiIisent Collectors.


 Prizes of money and books have schools in Putnam for their efforts expended in collecting egg masses of the tent caterpillar in the contest that closed April 30. The total of egg masses collected by the pupils in this town was $500. Of this total the pupils in the Putnam Heights school turned in S0,200. George Torrey, who collected 20,400 egg masses, the high individual record for the town, was the winner of the first prize at this school and received $2.0e.
 Pupils of the Israel Putnam school turned in many thousands of the nests, in all 20.000. Ruth Pratt of the fourth grade, 11,70o, received a prize of $2, Roger Whittemore of the fifth grade, 4,200, and Evelyn Nichols, 2,600, each receiving a book as a prize
 At the Gary district school the total egg masses collected was 17,9O0. Thomas Richmond had the highest in- dividual total in this school, 7,400 and received book as a prize.
 The East Putnam school pupils turned in a total of 10.900 egg masses Edward Gibson was the highest col lector in this school with total of $500 masses: he received a book as prize.
 At the Sawyer district school the total of egg masses turned in was $500. Evelyn Kies leading the collect ors with a total of 3,900. Her prize was book. The money prizes were offered, by the local chapter of the D A R., the books being given by G. c Swift, superintendent of schools.
Norwich bulletin., 1914-05-07
MYSTIC
Mabbitt- Smith Marriage - Rebskah Lodge to Be Instituted May 15th- Local Boy at Vera Cruz.

Miss Gertrude Smith of Providence and Frank Mabbett of Mystic were united in marriage Saturday evening at the parsonage of the Baptist church in Stonington by Rev M. Martin. MT and Mrs Mabbitt returned to this village and will reside with MT. Nab ;bitts parents in Denison avenue.
 To Institute Lodge May 18th.
 The date set by Grand Master. Royce of winsted to institute a Rebekah lodge in Mystic is Friday evening, May Is. The exercises are to begin at 4 o'clock at which time Grand Mas ter Royce. Grand Secretary Hutch inson, Past Grand Master Bunnis will be present. District Deputy. Bertha Groton will install the off1cers and will be assisted by Mrs. Libbie J. Den nison, Mrs. Birt o. Fowler, Mrs. Ce- celia Bunnis. Miss Jessie Emmerich, Mrs. Belle Stewart, Mrs. Pahlberg. Mrs. M. Louise Johnson and they will of Home Rebekah lodge, Mrs Agnes Park, Mrs. May Hazler. Mrs. Ethel Barnes, Mrs. Kate Hood. Miss Fannie Chapman, Mrs. Eva Black, Mrs: Isa- belle Park. Mrs. Gertrude Hodgdon' Mrs. Fannie Perkins. Mrs Matte Edgcomb. Mrs. Ellen Newbury, Mrs. Eliza Coffin. It is expected that there will be a great many visitors from Westerly, Groton and New London The charter list calls for 114.
 Six Join Q. A. R.. sz Fanny Ledyard chapter. D. A. R, held a board meeting at the home o1 Mre A. O. Colby on West Mystic ave- nue. The principal business of the afternoon was the reading of applica- lion papers by the registrar. Mrs. Hor- ace N. Wheeler Six new members were voted into the society. The regent Mrs Ira Gift Hoxie, presided Refreshments were served and so- ciaI hour was enjoyed.
 Attended Birthday Party. |. Miss Marjorie Gledhill Miss Eleanor Davis and Miss Ruth Mcdonald hay. returned from New London, where 1 they attended the birthday party O Miss Louise Fish, daughter of Mir and Mrs. Waiter T. Fish. who wer, l former residents of this village. Writes from Vera Cruz.
 | Mir. and Mrs Frederick Rickermal | have received word from their sol | Harold Rickerman. who is on the U. S. Arkansas now in Vera Cruz wa ters. He writes he is having grea | experiences. there.
 | Heard About the Village.
 | The daughter of MT. and Mrs. clar ence Wilcox has been named Mar
 Clifford Gates has returned iron Jacksonville where he spent the win | ter. ?. s-3
 Herbert Thomas and E, c. Georg
Norwich bulletin., 1914-05-07
FAVOR FIRE TRUCK.
But Common Council Recommends Special City Meeting to Appropriate $6,o0o Therefor.


 The May meeting of the common council was. held Tuesday evening. Mayor Macdonald presiding. Present Aldermen Dady, Johnson. Byrne, Du- vert, Padget. Bouthillette and Larue
 A request from N Peioquiu to en- large the stage of the Empire theatre was referred. Permits were granted R. E. Hi for a hen house and Julius Cordier for a garage. An offer from Richard German of $5 a year to erect a billboard on city property was re- ferred, with power to act. A petition not to sprinkle portion of South Main street was tabled as the matter had already been decided. A commu- nication from Postmaster Letters re- garding the care of sidewalk abutting property purchased by the government stated that he had been informed by the department at Washington that the matter was one for the city to take care of.
 A report was received from the fire chief stating that all hydrants had been tested and found in good condi- ton. The superintendent of streets reported sidewalks in need of repair. It was voted that the abutters be mo- tiled to have sidewalks put in good condition before the first of August communication from the business mems association requested the -coun- ell to call a special city meeting to see if the city would vote to pur- chase an automobile fire truck. The fire committee reported that they had investigated the matter and recom- mended that a truck be purchased and recommended that a special city meeting be called for the 18th of May and that the polls be open from a m to D. m. to see if the city would appropriate the sum of $6,000. After considerable discussion of the matter it was SO voted. The council took the attitude that as it was the wish of thu association that city meeting b< called 1t was their duty to call it. Ii
 was voted that the finance comnitte'
Norwich bulletin., 1914-05-07
MEDICAL SOCIETY BANouErs.
City Physicians Feast and Hear Witty
 Speeches by Professional Guests.

Covers were laid for thirty five at the sixth annual banquet of the Will hnnantic City Medical society, held at the Hotel Hooker Wednesday evening at S.30 o'clock The popularity of these gatherings was attested by the who responded to the invitations sent them. The following excellent menu was enjoyed by the members and their guests:
 Municipal Ice Water
 Grape Fruit-Macedonia
 Lobster Cocktail Celery Olives Salted Nuts
 Cream of Corn
 Waters
 Shad with Cream Sauce
 Sauterne
 Roast SQuab Potato Croquettes
 Asparagus on Toast Lemon Ice Raspberry Sherbet
 Fruit Salad
 Strawberries and Cream
 Cake
 Crackers Cheese
 Cigars Coffee Helmold's full orchestra furnished music during the banquet, playing pop ular airs. The table decorations were the gift of Samuel Chesbro and added a great deal to the enjoyment of the gathering
 pr. Robert c. White was toastmas- ter at the post -prandial exercises and Introduced in an entertaining manner the speakers. Dr. E. J. Mcknight and Dr.. A. G. Cook of Hartford, Dr. s. B. Overlook of Pomfret. Dr. c. c. Glider sleeve of Norwich. Dr. F. E. Guild of Windham and Dr. C. E. Simonds of Wffiimantic. In addition there were informal talks by others of the pro-
Norwich bulletin., 1914-05-07
couahed for Three Years.

"I am a lover of your godsend to humanity and science. Your medicine, Dr. Kings New Discovery, cured my cough of three years standing, says Jennie FIemming of New Dover. Ohio. Have you any annoying cough?> Is it stubborn and won't yield to treatment? ? Get a soc bottle of Dr. Kings New Discovery today. What it did for Jen- nie F1emming it will do for you, no matter how stubborn or chronic a cough may be. It stops cough and stops throat and lung trouble. Relief or money back. soc and $1, at your druggist.
 Bucklen's Arnica Salve for pimples.
Norwich bulletin., 1914-05-07

ly at the private h0spitaI where he h being treated for rhenmatism.
 Mr. and Mrs. Fred Loomis' of East Hartford have returned after q weeks stay at their cottage ct Lake Waum- gambaug
 The physical culture classes which are being conducted at the Conxre- eational parish house are being large 1y attended Fred Mason anas given up his work with the Jordan Bros. Auto Truck Co. and has returned to work as driver for the Adams Express Co.,
 William Reed, who has been in the employ of Adams Express Go. for a short time, has resigned and has en- gagged in agricultural work in New Britain.
 (Additional WiIiimantio News on Page
 Eioht)
Norwich bulletin., 1914-05-07
FLIES, MOSQUITOES. TIN CANS.
Brought to the Attention of Bushes, Mems Association at Annual Meet. ina.

The annual meeting of the Putnam Business Mems association held Tues day evening elected the following of- hcers: President, Clinton S. Andefn: first vice president. John G. Johnson; second vice president. John J. Mo Garry; third vice president, Uric D. Beausolei1: secretary. George L. Bald
 win; treasurer. Charles H. Brown: executive committee. Ernest C.. Morse, John O. Fox. George l.. Padgett, Will liam E. Wheaton. Charles E. Dean-
 work of cleanup week referring to the campaign against flies and mos quitoes; also the planting of shade
 trees. George E. Shaw, along the same line, spoke of the tin can nuf- sanceL
 E. M. Wheaton, the retiring presi- citation during his administration. He
 was rendered a vote of thanks by the association.
 c. s. Andem, the new president.
 spoke briefly and asked for the SUD-
 port of the members He thanked the upon him.
 George L. Baldwin spoke in regard to new industries and said that five concerns were at present being cor responded with. He stated that g citizen of Putnam stood ready to erect an industrial building if occasion arose. He also spoke of merchants week as being a good thing. He thought that the present plan of light ing the city inadequate. especially the present way of having no lights or moonlight night .- - .s--,.s state trade schools. gave talk on tn | subject and asked the cooperation O | the association in getting pupils am | giving the school its support H' | said it was probable that an electri cal course would be added so that might be carried on in conjunction | with the public and high schools. H | D Martin, director of the local schoo and Mayor Macdonald also spoke ol the question.
Norwich bulletin., 1914-05-07
Photo oby Arnsrcan PressA Association f Connecticut, Rear Admiral Mayo's Flagship.
 ~HE Connecticut flagship She
 second 16oo horsepovef and t equipped with twin sszews

have leased from Stonington lodge or Odd Fellows it's building in Cottren street known as the Shore Line hotei-
 Miss Nellie Beebe of New. York IS the guest of Miss Emily Gates
 Mrs Addison Schofield has, returned from a visit in Bridgeport-
 George Spencer is spending a few days in New York.
 George Carpenter of Ashaway was a-yisitor in town Wednesday.
 Alexander Jordan of Norwich was in Mystic Tuesday.
 Charles D. Holmes is in New York
 Miss Julia Mclaughlin is. critically i'll at her home on Greenmanviiie ave Que.
Norwich bulletin., 1914-05-07
ENJOYABLE CONCERT.
Miss LoveweII and Miss Townley Please Large Audience at Baptist Church.

There was a large attendance at the concert given by the Brotherhood of the Baptist church Wednesday night in the church parlors. The artists were Miss Marguerite B. Lovewell. soloist, and Miss Lois M: Townley. &C., companist, both of New York. Miss Loveweil is pupil of Prof. Klamroth, and Miss Town1ey, although but six teen years of age, has been graduated from the Institute of Musical Arts The song and piano recital given by the two accomplished young ladies was greatly enjoyed by all.
Norwich bulletin., 1914-05-07
D. A. R. CONGRESS.
Reviewed by Delegates for Benefit of Anne Wood EIdsrkin Chapter Mem bers.

The regular monthly meeting of Anne Wood Elderkin chapter, No. 23, D. A. R., was held Wednesday after noon at the home of Mrs. E. B. Crane of Windham Road. A short business meeting preceded the social time and programme of the day.
 The programme consisted of reports of the recent national congress at Washington, D. c. Miss Rose Hall of Wilmington spoke interestingly of the first day of the congress and was followed by the regent, Mrs. George F. Taylor. who spoke in a general way of the activities of the gather ing. Former Regent Mrs. l.. P. Litch- field spoke of the congenial atmo- sphere of the congress and the per- sonality and excellent leadership of Mrs. Story, the national regent.
 A delicious lunch was served at the close of the meeting. Mrs. Agnes Wood of Coventry poured. The com mittee consisted of Mrs. Crane, Mrs. Bullard, Mrs. Goss. Mrs. Wood, Miss Crane and Miss Bottie Royce.
Norwich bulletin., 1914-05-07
The Joy of Dancing Exercise

Very few women or men seem to care to Tango or get Dancing Exercise unless they are assured the freedom from aching feet that Aliens Foot shaken into the shoes, always gives. Since the tendency to hold dancing parties has become almost daily and the sale of Aliens Foot-Ease, so the druggists report, has reached the high water mark. Sold everywhere 25c. Oimsted, Le Roy, N. Y.
Norwich bulletin., 1914-05-07
FUNERAL.
Mrs. Jennie Gardner.

Funeral services for Mrs. Jennie Gardner, who died Tuesday at the tuberculosis hospital in Norwich, were held at St. Mary's church at o'clock Wednesday morning. Rev. J. J. Papil- lon officiating. Burial was in St. Jo- seph's cemetery. There survive the deceased a child, two sisters. Mrs. George Williams and Miss Alice Lam irand of this city. and five brothers. ais out of town residents.