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East Oregonian : E.O. (Pendleton, OR) 1888-current, 1915-09-25

and each was designed to meet the
particular condition which existed at
each point Some OF the bridges are
OF an entirely new design, yet all Of
them are pleasing in appearance and
constitute one Of the principal attrac-
tions OF the highway
The road extends from the wheat
fields Of eastern oregon through the
Cascade range, enters the city OF
Portland and passes on the west
through a spendid agricultural and
East Oregonian : E.O. (Pendleton, OR) 1888-current, 1915-09-25

a man we knew once decided that tire manu-
facturers were all bunch of thieves and
robbers. Another $4,000 tire had gone to
pieces and he had just been politely turned down
by the tire dealer who told him again 'that tires
carry only an implied life of $500 miles" Also
that he couldn't do thing for him.
When he drove out of the garage Mr.. Motorist
accidentally backed right through large plate
glass window which cost $125.0O. The tire dealer
gasped, but said nothing He knew the motorist
East Oregonian : E.O. (Pendleton, OR) 1888-current, 1915-09-25

completed and II is as smooth and
even as the finest residential street.
In designing the road much care
was given to the study of alignment
in order to make the road safe and
provide an unobstructed view ahead.
There are no sharp reverses from one
curve to another. This feature was
kept in mind in order to permit the
outer side OF all curves to be ele-
waited, and thus add materially to
the comfort of the road.
East Oregonian : E.O. (Pendleton, OR) 1888-current, 1915-09-25
He Cot Revenge

had got revenge" The motorist allowed that
accidents will .happen"-and the dealer paid
for the new glass;
It's aggravating to go on buying tires that fall
down in service. But why do it?
Ajax tires are guaranteed in writing for 5000
miles With each tire you buy you get a definite
pledge of service, not merely promise.
And you save So to SIS every time you get an
Ajax tire because you are assured Of 43% more
anticipated mileage.
Insist on Ajax tires
East Oregonian : E.O. (Pendleton, OR) 1888-current, 1915-09-25
Natural Beauties Preserved

In fixing the location the first con-
sideration was always to preserve
the natural God-made beauty for It
would have been a crime to mutiliate
the lovely landscape which was made
for a divine purpose, to influence
the lives OF men and women and i'm
press them with the all-powerful
hand of the Creator of the Universe,
for here He parted a mountain range
like a curtain to permit. one of the
East Oregonian : E.O. (Pendleton, OR) 1888-current, 1915-09-25

Willamette valley stretches away more
than 100 miles to the south, and to
the east the Columbia river highway
passes through a rich farming Sec
ton which ascends to a point 20
miles east Of the city at Chanticleer,
where the first and, perhaps, finest
view OF the Gorge OF the Columbia is
obtained. The elevation at this point
is 925 feet above the sea- Rooster
Rock, almost 800 feet in height.
rises out of the water Just below
Crown Point. which is 725 feet in
East Oregonian : E.O. (Pendleton, OR) 1888-current, 1915-09-25

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Connecticut western news., 1915-04-08
"CHARLIE" WATSON HERE
Native Canaante Returns After Many
 Years, to Bury Wife.

Mir Charles H Watson a native and old time resident of Canaan, is spend ing few days here with his sister, Mrs. Della Hardenbergh, hn,ing come from his present home ill Lenoir City. Tennessee, to bring the bolv of his wife for interment ill the Watson family plat in the Lower cemetery, last Mon day.
 Mrs. Watson died Friday, of the Tread and mysterious disease, pellagra, after an illness of six months. Inter ment was after brief funeral service in Christ Church, Rev. 4. B. Crichton officiating. Deceased was Miss Pauline Davis. of Albany, N. Y. before her marriage to MT. Watson, which took place in 1879. They had no children.
 MT. Watson is the youngest son of the late Nathan Watson, and is brother of Theodore F. Watson, of Falls Village. He was, in his younger days, mer rha3t here, member of the firm of Henry &5 Watson, who kept general store in the quarters now occupied as office of the Connecticut Power Com pany, succeeding their uncle. the late Frederick Watson who owned the build ing. The telegraph office was located there at the time.
 Later, about 1873, MT. Watson en- gagged in railroad teIegraphing, and was in the railroad offices at Lakeville and Tariffville Subsequently he went to Millerton and Copake, N. Y, and engaged in the iron business. He went South about 30 years ago, where he con inued in the iron and foundry business until five years ago, when he retired from active business life.
 He has visited Canaan at intervals, during all these years, his last visit being seven years ago. Few of the old time Canaanites who were here during his residence in Canaan are now alive.
Connecticut western news., 1915-04-08
Popular "BilIy" Flynn.

Maj. William Flynn of this city conductor on the Berkshire division of the New Haven road, says the Bridge port Farmer, and known to every man, woman and child that has occasion to ride over the line, is quite as popular with the citizens of North Adams, Mass, as he is in his home town. Major Flynn is prominent and en- thusiastic member of the Knights of Columbus The North Adams Trans cript had the following to say concern ing fraternal visit which Major Flynn made to that city:
 Major William Flynn, of Bridge port, and Rev. James Phelan, of Brews- ter, N. Y., were the speakers at the first smoke talk held by North Adams council, K. of O. in their new rooms last night. Major Flynn, an old favor ite with the members of North Adams council, was given an enthusiastic re- ception and he gave splendid talk on what membership in the order means. Major Flynn was never heard to better advantage, and his natural talents as an orator and man of sound sense were greatly enjoyed by all who heard him. No better exposition of the aims and purposes of Columbianism has been heard here than was given by Major Flynn, who was loudly applauded when he resumed his seat. He is always welcome visitor to North Adams and was especially so last night in the new rooms.
Connecticut western news., 1915-04-08
Marshall 0. pean-An AppreeIation.

A word which seemed like a heavy sigh of the wind fioated through the town of Canaan, causing people to stand dazed and incredulous for moment. That word was, Marshall Dean is dead" 1t had been known for some time that he was in precarious health, but it was believed that he was improving, and no one was prepared for the sudden ending of his life.
 Marshall c. Dean was born in the town of Canaan, Ccnn., June z, 1857. His education was acquired in the pub lie schools of his native tow Il and SC. lect school in Falls Village. After a period of teaching he was married to Emma A. Willard, and bought the Chester Holcombe farm, upon which he was living at the time of his death. To this farm he had added several others until he became the largest land owner in the town. He was man of amazing industry and enterprise. All though remote from the village he car ried on an extensive business which made the name, Variety Farm" en- tirely appropriate. The confidence which his just dealing inspired drew trade from all parts of the town.
 His genial manner, and ready, original wit won him friends every where. He was remarkable for his faith and courage. Even the weather was all right when others were com plaining. Work he called play. He was gifted with the ability to always see the bright side.
 No one could deny to him the title, Christian. He early became a member of the South Canaan Congregational church, and was thorouRhly devoted to its interests. He was u teacher in the Sunday school and had part in all its work-indeed to such an extent did he give himself to all that concerned the church that his death will be sorely felt.
 In every capacity he was faithful, and that is the best word that can be spoken of anyone. As school teacher, as a citizen, as a representative of his town in the legislature, as a friend, as a husband and father and us a member of the church he was faithful. His death came in the most sacred season of the Christian year. His burial was on Good Friday, giving the comforting remembrance that Easter is near.
 WY
Connecticut western news., 1915-04-08
MASQUERADE A SUCCESS
Enjoyable Reception Given by Miss
 Camps Dancing Glass.

The masquerade reception given by Miss Caroline Camps dancing class in Town Hall Monday evening was cue of the most delightful events of the social season. A good sized party of masked dancers assembled, and the incline was we'll filled with spectators.
 Many of the costumes were strIkingly original and some very amusing. There were clowns, harlequins. ale gorical characters, kids" and various other impersonationss, and music was furnished from a Victrola. Sherbet was served.
 The prize winners, to whom the pre- ference was given by the judges, Messrs. Normar Lawton, Ivanhoe Scott, Allyn Fuller and Lester Adams, were Misses Kitrie Mccormick and May Kegler, who represented Day" and Night" Hiss Mildred Creevey cos. tuned as a school girl, and Howard LathIop, Harlequin.
Connecticut western news., 1915-04-08
The Boy Problem.

Put me in touch with the heart of a
 boy,
 Let me study his doubts and fears, Let me try to show him the Way of Life
 And help him avoid its tears; For the heart of boy, in its buoyancy,
 Is ore that is pure and free;
 So put me in touch with the heart of a
 boy
 The heart of the Man to-be!
 This heart-stringtugging poem, pub- lished as "A Scoutmaster's Prayer, '' appeared in a recent issue of Scouting, a magazine devoted to the Boy Scout movement, and it should not only be reproduced in every publication of the civilized world but should be printed in burning letters upon the hearts of all men and women who have the in- terest of boys and girls at heart. How many children in your neighborhood whether you live in a mansion or a cottage, need you as Big Brother ?'' Sad to state, a spirit of mongrelism seems to inspire brutality and antag- onism of many alleged fathers includ- ing those who wear the cloak of re- spectability, toward their sons, and many bright boy is shunted toward hell by open brutality or cowardly hyprocisy manifested by the brute who, by the edict of God and man is bound to protect him and develop his talents and good qualities. An infinitely greater number of fathers, while not in- tentionally brutal, produce equally baleful results in the lives of their sons by not being worth "tinker's dam. :" Begin counting men of these types that you know, and you'll waste several valuable hours.
 The meanest creature on earth is the man who robs his children of the prive- lege of developing their talents, who jerks them from the pathway of chlld- hoods spontaneous expression of love into dismal hell of hatred and suspi- cion, and of whom it was written, "Whoso shall offend one of these little ones, which believe in me, it were better for him that a mill stone be hanged about his neck and that he be drowned in the sea. "-Tampa, Fla, Times.
Connecticut western news., 1915-04-08
MRS. TRAVIS DETAINED
Accompanied Her Mother to Hospital
 for Removal of an Eye.

Rev. Mir. Travis reached Canaan, from the Methodist conference, Thurs day evening, in time to participate in the union services in his church, the same evening.
 Mrs. Travis remained to be with her mother, Mrs. Valentine, of Ossining, who was taken to Brooklyn to undergo a serious operation. the removal of her right eye, as q result of what is known as glaucoma. The operation was a sue cess and the patient is recovering from the operation in gratifying shape. She remained at the hospital for several days. Mrs. Travis staying with her.
 Mir. Travis was somewhat indisposed, after his arrival at home, and was un- able to conduct services in his church sunday evening. Rev. NIT. Gillette supplied the pulpit on that occasion.
Connecticut western news., 1915-04-08
New Milford Suicide.
April 3.

Despondent because of the shrinking of his fortune which was largely inter ested in New Haven road stock, and regret oyer the sale year ago of his farm at Long Mountain which has been in the family for 105 years, Henry A. Baldwin, a retired farmer, of New Milford, committed suicide Thursday night by taking dose of carbolic acid in the barn adjoining his home. He was found by son, who had left him in the barn but short time before his act. Since selling his farm Mir. Bald win had offered to buy it back at an increased price and the refusal of the new owner to sell together with the loss of much money through invest. ment in the New Haven securities had preyed on his mind. He leaves 6 widow, two sons and daughter.
Connecticut western news., 1915-04-08
Connecticut Farm Products.

The latest issue of the Agricultural Outlook by the agricultural department says that month ago 2.6 per cent, or 730,0 of the Connecticut corn crop was on farms in the state and 83 per cent. of the crop were merchantable; 20 per cent, or 640,00 bushels, of the oats crop, was on the farms in the state.
 The aggregate value of twelve lead ing crops in Connecticut last year was $41. 50 an acre, much higher than in any other New England state. The prices paid to producers of Connecticut farm crops last month included these: Corn, 92 cents bushel; oats, 64 cents; rye, $1; buckwheat, $1; potatoes, 56 cents; hay, SEQ. 50 a ton; butter, 36 cents pound; eggs, 31 cents a dozen; chickens, IF and IS cents pound; hogs, $9 to 100 pounds; beef cattle, $S to 100; veal calves, $10.50; sheep, $S. 30; lambs, $11.50; milch cows, STA. 10 a head; horses, $205 a head; wool, 24 cents pound; timothy hay, $21.S0 a ton; clover hay, $1S.20; apples, 75 cents a bushel; hickory nuts, $2.7 comb honey, 19 cents pound; extract honey, Is cents; beans, $3. 90 a bushel {; cabbage, $1.25 to 100 pounds; onions, TO cents a bushel; turnips, 42 cents; popcorn, $1.25.
Connecticut western news., 1915-04-08
Kenneth Adam at Hilton.

MT. Kenneth A. Adam, son of MT. e. A. Adam, of Canaan, a member of the Senior class at Tilton Seminary, Hilton, N. H., has been chosen on the cast of characters for the Senior play, "Peg O my Heart," which is to. be given at Commencement. MT. Adam will have the part of Jarvis.
 He was also member of the Hilton Seminary Gymnasium team, a squad of five boys chosen from all the boys be- cause of especial excellence in gymnss tics. These boys gave a special exhibi tion of work on the apparatus at the re- cent annual Gymnasium Exhibition.
Connecticut western news., 1915-04-08
Funeral of M. c. Dean.


 The funeral of the late Marshall c. Dean, of South Canaan, was largely at- tended at the home of deceased, Friday afternoon, friends from far and near joining with the neighbors and citizens of his own town, to testify by their presence. to their respect for the de- parted. The house was full to over flowing, and many, who were unable to get inside, gathered about the door to listen to the brief but affecting ex- ercises within, which were conducted by Rev. E. A. Hazeltine, pastor of the South Canaan church, of which de- ceased had been an active and valued member.
 The exercises consisted of appropriate scripture readings, and brief remarks by MT. Hazeltine who paid fitting tribute to the worth and character of the deceased neighbor and friend.
 The floral tributes were many and beautiful.
 Interment was in the South Canaan cemetery. The pall-bearers were Harry Dean and Arthur Dean, sons of deceas- ed; Myron Dean and Frederick Dean, brothers; Allen M. Bosworth, nephew, and Edward Crossman, of Bristol, son. in-law.
 The floral tributes included a cres- cent from the family, pillow from the church, wreath form the Grange and others composed of lilies, roses and car nations. He is survived by his wife and five children, Nellie, Arthur, Harry and Mabel, of South Canaan, and Mrs. Bessie Crossman, of North vile. The relatives present from out of town were MT. and Mrs. Orossman of Worthwhile; William Butler and daughter, of Lime Rock; Moses Butler, of Cornwall; Miss Alice Wilcox, of PlainviIle, and Miss Fannie White, of Canton. Much sympathy is expressed to the bereaved family, who will mourn his loss, as we'll as his large cir cle of friends in this as well as other places.
Connecticut western news., 1915-04-08
Easter at St. Joseph's,

In spite of the deep SHOW there was "a large congregation at St. Joseph s church, on Easter Sunday. AS the choir sang the sweet notes of the Kyrie eleison at the beginning of the High Mass the scene in the sanctuary was one of rare beauty-Uhe altar bright with the mild radiance of the altar candles and decked with stately Easter lilies and daffodils-the white vest ments of the celebrant. The celebrant was the Rev. Father Donohue, who spoke briefly after reading the epistle and gospel of the day in English. He emphasized the importance of the Resurrection as the great fundamental lact of the Christian religion.
 The music was unusually fine and devotional and was sung with spirit and artistic feeling. It consisted of Kyrie, Gloria in excelsis, Credo, o Salutaris, Sanctus, Bencdicitus, Agnus Dei and Regina Coeli. The choir was composed of Mir. Fitzgerald, Mrs. Black, Misses Emma Kegler, Ger trude Higgins. Rosalie Imhoff and MT. John Bianchi. The solcs were sung by Miss Kegler, Miss Imhoff and MT. Bianchi. Mrs. Black was organist, ex- cept that Miss May Kegler played the accompaniment for MT. Bianchi's o Salutaris. It was evident that the singers have profited by MT. Paine's training in the Choral Union.
 The offerings for the needs of the diocese were generous.
Connecticut western news., 1915-04-08
Weston, Next Week.

The visit of Edward Payson Weston, the famous pedestrican, will be an event of general interest to the people of Canaan, who recall the earlier as we'll as the later feats of this great walker, and especially interesting to the younger generation, particularly the Boy Scouts, under whose auspices MT. Weston is to give one of his humor- ous lectures, in Town Hall, Friday evening of next week, April 16. There should be full house on that occasion.
Connecticut western news., 1915-04-08
NURSES REPORT
Miss Saygers' Submits Figures to Visit
 ing Nurse Association.

Miss SaYgers' Submits Figures Visit
 ing Nurse Association.
 The monthly meeting of the Execu- tive Committee of the Visiting Nurse Association was held Monday afternoon at the home of Mrs. Clemans. Miss Saygers reported that during March she had had twenty different put1ents, the largest number in any one month; and had made 75 visits. of these 66 being regular nursing visits and the balance being natal and friendly visits. Miss iSaygers' report showed increased patronage and interest ia the work and the report of the treasurer. Mir. Reel, showed a satisfactory condi- ton of the treasury. Up to date he had paid pills amounting to $634.02. He repol ed that there was ,$1 53. 50 i'll un- paid subscriptions. 1t is hoped that this will be entirely paid in by the first of next month an those who have not paid are asked to do so, if it is pos- sible. With the money on hand and that subscribed the support of the work is assured for the balance of the year which ends August l. The following communication from the school com- mittee was read and heartily approved; |; and Dr. Lee and Miss Saygers were authorized to purchase such report cards and other supplies as were necessary for the school nursing work: Rev. l.. E. Travis, Chairman
 North Canaan Visiting Nurse Asso-
 citation.
 Dear Sir:
 The School Committee at their last meeting voted to accept the offer of the services of Miss Saygers as made by your committee under date of March 22.
 We wish to thank you for the offer and are pleased to accept the same un- der the terms as outlined in your com munication "for the balance of the school year, without charge, as all ex- pertinent, with this provision that Miss Saygers work under the direction of Dr. F H. Lee whom OFT committee has ap- proved as medical inspector of the schools of the town
 Supervisor E. B. Stone has offered to provide transportation for Miss Sstygerr to the rural schools, thus eliminating any expense your Association might be put to in that way.
 Very truly yours,
 G. ". Parsons.
 Secretary School Committee. ..
 April 3.
Connecticut western news., 1915-04-08
Special Sermons in Christ Church.

Special Sermons in Christ Church.
 In Christ Church special series of sermons will begin next Sunday-the first Sunday after Easter. The subject is "1'he Episcopal Church." People often ask us questions about our church. Here is a chance to brush up on church teaching. We should not only be loyal church people, says the rector, but should have an intelligent answer ready for inquirers. ItS is hoped that large number will be able to attend both services for the five Sun days and so hear all of these instructive sermons. The subjects are as follows
 April Il, 10:45 a. m., What do we mean by "The Word of God ?''
 April II, 7:30 p. m, Why do we pray out of 8 book?
 April Is, lO:45 a. m, Are unbaptized persons Christians
 April IS, 7:3O p. m., The Christian shalt nots.
 April 25, 10:45 a. m., Why should we be confirmed?
 April 25, 7:30 p. m., What do Chris tians believe?
 May 9, 1O:45 a. m., The Early Church.
 May 3. 7:3O p. m., The Cause of Un- happy Divisions.
 May g, 10:45 a. m., The Episcopal Church.
 May 9, 80 p. m., The Meaning of the Holy Communion.
Connecticut western news., 1915-04-08
Ladies' Night May 6.

The committee in charge of the Busi- ness Mems Association Ladies Night supper"-N. Watson Hardenbe1gh, Rev. E. c. Gillette and W. A. Wright have conferred with Landlord Baker, and fixed upon Thursday evening, May 6, as the date for the event. The con- mittee will meet Tuesday evening to plan the details of the affair, which they propose to make a memorable event for the ladies,
Connecticut western news., 1915-04-08
The Lite hfieId Joker.

Representative Winfield Scott Rogers, of Litchfeld, has an abundance of that good nature which beams from his benevolent eyes, says the Hartford Times. The only thing that he has a grudge against in the world is the civil service law of 1913 and since that has had it's teeth extracted his feeling against it has somewhat softened. He is one of the favorites of the general assembly and whether he is visiting a neighboring representative, compelling a dignified senator to unbend, or saun- tering through the corridors, he is cer- tain to meet number of friends who enjoy the pleasure of shaking his hand.
 In his early life he was employed on a newspaper; in fact before his desire to be a newspaperman was satisfied he had worked on a number of papers. But a kindly fate induced him to enter another line of business and now that he is able to reside on easy street he is thankful that he yielded to the induce ment. He has a number of splendid stories to tell of prominent newspaper men and he told one of them the other day.
 When MT. Rogers resided in Cincin- nati he was well acquainted with the men who controlled the operations of the Cincinnati Enquirer, the paper owned by John R. Mclean. One of the editors was of conspicuous ability: He wrote an article in criticism of the political course of the owner of the paper and printed it on the froLt page with scare heading. The reporters and others connected with the paper were shocked by the recklessness shown by the editor in criticising the owner of the Enquirer in it's columns. The next day MT. Mclean went from Wash ington. where he lived, to Cincinnati, direct to the office of his paper. He soon learned who was responsible for the article and going to his desk asked him if he had written it.
 s'I did," was the frank confession.
 That closed the incident. There was no change in the managing editorship.