Putnam patriot. [volume] (Putnam, Conn.) 1872-1962, 1915-05-21
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Far Putnam Business Mems Association
Matters of Public Concern TO Receive
Full Discussion

utt DioNhSStOh
The directors of the Putnam Bust.
ness Mems Association present this
statement and lprogram to the men,
hers of the association and to the citi-
zens Of Putnam.
We have a city unsurpassed in loca-
lion. surroundings and natural ad-
yantages. 1t is admirably adapted for
manufacturing because of its position
| in A textile region, its water power,
cheap electric power, and extraordina-
~ shipping facilities. These resources
are utilized by varied and succt ssful
Industries.
The merchant finds here thriving
Icity and draws his custom also from a
barge and rich agricultural territory.
fTbe farmer comes here for his freight
Ihnd for the numerous conveniences of
L mercantile center, such as the post
'pffice, telegraph and telephone, libra
ies. courts and banks. He finds here
lso a market for a large part of his
produce.
The citizen of whatever occupation
xnds here a healthful and invigorating
klimate and a surrounding country of
SURPRISING loneliness with woods,
lakes and hills. Our educational
Equipment is excellent, including
High school, public and parochial
ehools and State Trade school.
These considerations give US just
ause for pride in Putnam and for
nigh hopes for her future. Yet it is
lifting that thoughtful men should not
list too easily content with their con-
luton but rather study and strive to
Improve it in every way. To this end
e call for united effort to solve such
|roblems as we find, that our city
ay grow and thrive up to the full
easure of our opportunity.
We offer this association as an in
rument for this work. Such body
IN lead, in dealing with business and
dustrial development, with coopera-
pn between the farmer and the re.
iler and between the farmer and the
busewife, with matters touching
alth and happiness, such AS housing
nditions, enforcement of health laws
d keeping the city clean, with fur
ering general and vocational educa-
bn and with transportation and pub
service corporations.s
ruch body can supply our need of
betting together TO study all such To-
problems, to learn how these prob,
ns have been solved elsewhere, to de-
Xmine the best course to follow and
81 put these conclusions into action.
ii general, that is, TO provide an OPP
mtunity for forming and enlighten-
public opinion and making it
Wng about results.
Ne propose to hold open meetings at
st monthly, to be informed by ex-
Is in their various lines, to discuss
local situation in these respects,
to determine what to do to inn
I'VE con ditions, We propose to give
Hblicity to such questions. We pro.
e to lead in bringing about the
hinges that are decided upon and to
re our work by results accomplish
W We ask for the cooperation of all
approve this plan by attending
meetings, taking part in the dis
ion and planning and working to-
her for results-not mere talk, but
Ion
Ne expect to open an office to serve
Headquarters for our work. This
be used as meeting place for
6mittees and other small gatherings
will ultimately house an exhibit
ur manufactured products. We
bet to combine with the Windham
Wnty Farmers Association to main
such an office, as we believe that
interests are identical, and our
IL should be mutually helpful.
Rith these considerations in mind
nhall ask the next meeting OF the
mess Mems Association on Friday
ling, June 18th, to adopt pro-
b for the coming year. This pro.
"a will be list of definite subjects
fotudy, and of definite results which
desire and shall try to see accom-
he'd
lie directors will recommend to the
ciation that this program include
Following items:
Health
be association will make study OF
conditions of our city in regard TO
th. We will stand behind the
tn Officer in a strict enforcement
III laws on this subject, especially
regarding contagious disease. We
support the authorities in cam
u TO keep the city clean the year
8d. We will press a definite solu-
of the problem Of the collection
disposal Of garbage.
Retaliation
Ne will try To bring about the re-
ation OF taxable property, as
for more equitable taxation and
Eer rate. We believe this will also
e the city even more attractive to
industries.
Town and City Affairs
E will study the questions of con-
Eating the town and city govern
rs and of exacting a new charter
D Commission Form Of Govern