Norwich bulletin., 1914-01-31
EDWIN BLIvEN OF WESTERLY KILLED
Was on Track and Struck By Knckebocker Express-New
 Canaan Paper Lauds St. Michaels New Rector, Rev. F. ssr J. OLeary-Exchange For Womens Work in New
 Quarters-Funeral of Miss Julia Peckham.

IhUrSoay among other complimentary things:s
 The departure of Rev. F. J. O'Ieary on Wednesday, for his new pastorate in PaWcatuck, occasioned sincere re- gret among the many friends in this town, where he has faithfully offlciated as pastor of St. Aloysius' parish for the past ten years.
 During Father OLeary's admins tration the parish has been wonder fully prosperous. The spiritual growth of the church Is disclosed by the fact that three and sometimes four masses are necessary for the accommodation of the parishioners each Sunday, and its material success is proven by ab- solute freedom from debt. The snug rectory adjoining the church has been attractiyely refurnished by Father aOsLeary, and a fine building site on South avenue, attained during his ad- nirGstration, atIeSts the prosperous condition of the parish
 Father OLeary certainly earned his promotion, for he has never enjoyed but one real vacation. which occurred in 1909 when he attended the golden jubilee of the American college in Rome. absenting himself from his du- O'Leary will be greatly missed by the citizens of New Canaan. He had formed many friendships among Prot estants, as well as Catholics, and ever proved a loyal friend and wise coun- seuor. Years of i'll health have failed to blunt his fine sense of humor, which coupled with an exceptionally brilliant mind, conspires to make our reverend friend a valuable acquisition to any gathering or any community. The best wishes of The Advertiser and the people of New Canaan, which it represents, accompany Father O'Leary to his new field of labor.
 Father O'Leary left for Pawcatuck on the S.10 train, Wednesday morn ing. A number of friends were at the station to bid him goodbye and good luck
 Lyman G. Horton, D. o.. pastor of Grace Methodist church, Westerly, was 8 student and also principal of the East Greenwich academy. George Bray, of Westerly. was a classmate and pitcher of the academy baseball team and MT Horton played first base. They were intimate friends and that friendship was renewed when MT. Hor- ton located in Westerly. They met in Dixon square, Friday, and talked of George Gardiner, who recently resign ed as collector of customs of the port of Providence and became vice presi- dent of Providence bank. and the talk turned into a mild political dis cussion- Bray is democrat and he told his friend, the minister, that he was candidate for the postmaster ship of Westerly.
 Dr. Horton expressed the hope that his friend would succeed.
 The Exchange for Women's Work that has had quarters in the Orson Rogers house in West Broad street since the building formerly occupied by the exchange at the corner of Broad and Union street, was moved Ar-xr hall, moved Friday to the former reS- idence of the late Dr. J. Howard in Morgan street, which has been spe- cially fitted for occupancy by the ex- change This property was recently purchased by the Memorial and Ld- hrary association. and will also be the headquarters of the district nurse and the social welfare worker.
 The Rogers house has been leased by the Peoples Mission. The upper floor will be occupied by Mrs. Alex ander Smith. wife of a former super intendent of the mission.
 The Peoples Mission, since its for nation twenty-tWo years ago, has been
 located in the brick building opposite and formerly owned by the late Con- greseman George H. Utter. Services will be held in the new quarters for the first time this (Saturday) evening, conducted by Deacon Ethan Wilcox. This mission was formed through the efforts of Colonel Hadley of the Wa ter Street mission, New York city. The colonel addressed 8 large meeting in the old armory building, explained the mission work and the mead of such work in this section and was con vinced that the people made no mis- take in pledging support of the work. He introduced Harry Riddle, one of his assistants, as the first superin- tendent of the mission. The work was commenced and dourished until MT. Riddle died. Then the mission work was carried on, but with less enthu- siasm and corresponding profit until up to about seven years ago when Alexander Smith became superinten- dent and infused new life in the mis- sion work. MT. Smith overworked himself and the result was a complete nervous breakdown and he is now un- der treatment at the Norwich State hospital at Brewster's Neck. Since Mir. Smiths retirement, Leroy Earns worth has been superintendent of the Peoples Mission and the work is be- ing carried on successfully.
 The Wheeler school nnid-winter dance, held in Library hall, North the patronage of Mrs. Perry, Mrs Avery, Mrs Man. Mrs. Kendall, Mrs Hall and Mrs. -Pendleton.
 Charles T. Schiesinaer, of Cross Mills, ands well known in Westerly has succeeded Charles Harrington as manager of Newman hotel, Providence W. Smith, owner of the property. Colonel Charles Fl, LedWard, Majors Arthur M, Nash and Bourbon A. Bab.