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Connecticut western news., 1915-06-17
AUTO THIEVES CAUGHT
Arrested in Poughk .epsie After Aoan-
 doning Gar at Twin Lakes.

The three young men who, at the point of a revolver, stole Torrington automobile, bound, gaggel and robbed the chauffeur and sped away from Tor rington, throulh Canaan and on toward Poughkeepsie, last Tuesday night, as related in last weeks News, are now in limbo awaiting trail on serious charges.
 Wednesday, Chief of Police Newett. of Torrington, came to Canaan, and got possession of clues that led him to conclude the machine had passed drought this town. He had evidence that the ring leader of the trio was a Winsted young man named Joseph Dupuy, and that he was likely to visit sister in the Poughkeepsie hospital. He got in touch with the POughkeepsie authorities, and as a result the three men were bagged Thursday evening. They We're Dupuy, Fred Gent and Win field Lawrence, the latter being only IS years old. The story of their arrest is thus told by the Poughkeepsie Eagle:
 "At ten o'clock three men approached William Nesbitt, newspaper man and steamship agent, on Hooker Avenue and asked where a certain street was on which they were trying 10 find party. After giving the information to the men he telephoned the police that he had run across some suspicious looking men on Hooker Avenue and an officer ought to be sent to investigate. Motor Cycle Policeman Edward Mclaughlin went to the scene and headed off the men before they got to the address for winch they were headed. He knew al once they were the men wanted for they answered in detail the descriptions given by the Torringgtan police.
 "A cross examination later at police headquarters by Sergeant Sheedy got an lnissien from the men that they had taken the car from Clark's garage at TorringtOm. They said that they went to the garage aud hired the car When they were out in the cou ltry about ten miles they told the chan lfem to get out. One of the men took the wheel and drove off Before going lac told the chauffeur that he would find the car when they got throagh with " ou OmC IVad uNe ulleS iEOn Odudau They said they were drunk at the time or they never would have done what they'did. After they had so5ered ur they realized what they had done and abandoned the car.'
 The car was found near Twin Lakes, where it was abandoned, the gasoline having run out. The men walked from there to Albany and caught a freight train to Poughkeepsie. Chief Newett went after them Friday, as they ,censented to come without extra ditien, and by the irony of fate they rode back ito TOrrington in the same automobile they had stolen, driven by the same chauffeur whom they had bound and gagged.
Connecticut western news., 1915-06-17
TRI-STATE REUNION
LakeviIe Entertains I5O Veterans and
 Other Guests on Flag Day.

The annual reunion of the Tri-State Veterans association, held in LakevlIle on Flag Day, last Monday, was q memorable event for Lakeville, and the manner i'll winch the program of the day was carried out was highly credit able to the patriotic people of That de lightful and enterprising village.
 The weather was favorable, though rather warm, and the attendance of veterans was well up to the average, about 150 belng registered, together with d number Uf Sons oI Veterans from the various towns round about. Many of the visiting comrades were accom- panied by their wives, and all eutere,, cordially into the spirit of the occasion The guests arriving from out of town were met at the sta. Ion by deputatiOns of local veterans and sons. and on the arrival of the train from the east tht patriots marched from the station tC Roberts Hall, where the business meet ing was held.
 Malcolm D. Rudd, $. of ", presided. Among those seated on the platform. were H. M. Brown, of Ansonia, Vice. Commander of the State Department. c. A. R., and Comrades John c. Sake of Waterbury, E. $. Roberts, of East Canaan, and I. N. Palmer, of Lakeville; Rev. George H. Snahan of Lakeville and Howard F. Landon, of Salisbury. The exercises opened with prayer bN Rev. MT. Shahan, after which Chairman Rudd introducted Hon. H. F. Landon. l yhO xryo1oA,,al c;t ,,, n1n quent speech in which he paid beauti. full tribute to the late Comrade Tom I Norton.
 Short remarks were made by Com ! rade E. 5. Roberts and Comrade John l G. Sake.
 After adjournment the guests pro- ceeded to the Sons Of Veterans Hall, I where a sumptuous repast was served 1 by the ladies of the village, and which was greatly enjoyed.
 An automobile ride around Lake Wononscopom Dc was the next event, which was a source of much pleasure to the visitors who expressed themselves as charmed With the delights of the | view from various points. Returning from the ride the veterans formed in a group in front of the Sons Hall and were photographed, after which adjournment was had to Roberts Hall, where series of motion pictures were given, which were greatly appre- ciated.
 The day was enjoyable from start to finish and the visiting guests were duly impressed with Lakeville hospitality and Lakeville patriotism.
 The Canaan veterans, of David S. COwles Post, G. A. R., who attended, were Commander Weddle, E. S. Roberts, James Reel, Michael Keane, William F. Ssckett, T. L. Sackett, A. P. Briggs, ". Rossman. Accompany ing them were Mrs. E. $. Roberts, Mrs. A. P. Briggs and Postmaster E. L.. Roberts.
Connecticut western news., 1915-06-17
"SkFETY,"ELLIOTT'S SLOGAN
Railroad to be Made Synonym for
 Efficiency and Excellence.

Railroad to be Made Synonym for
 Efficiency and Excellence.
 Speaking at "safety rally" held in theater in New York, Sunday night by employees of the New York, New Haven and Hartford railroad, Howard Elliott, president of the road, outlined in detail what his road has done and intends doing in the future to insure safety, and referred to the financial handicap under which he said the line has operated. The watchword of the New Haven, he declared, should be Efficiency, Economy, Safety, Courtesy ani Publicity"
 "This safety movement on the New Haven is here to stay, he said, "and we are to make the New Haven a synonym for all that is excellent and safe in the railroad world
 Turning to financial conditions, MT. Elliott said:
 For the last two years the company has been in dire financial straits. It has been compelled to introduce the severest' economies in all departments, and even greater economies must be in- troduced and continued for an indefi- mite period.
 'I have been very busy for year anl more trying to obtain remedial legislation in Connecticut, Massachu- setts and Rhode Island which would lead to primary steps for funding the debt of the company at a reduced rate of interest. l am glad to say that the legislation has been recently passed.
 'The work on these matters has re. suited in better understanding of the general situation by the public and by the stockholders and bond holders of the company, and the responsibility devolving upon them in the care of their property. The legislative sessions have ended with improved and more cordial relations between the company, and public, many business organiza- bions and the representatives of the state governments, which is a source of to the company and val lable asset for the future. A most result of the passing of these avs is that they mark a starting out )f course of constructive work in help- 1 ng to build up the New Haven road | md the New England transportation the success of which is so l essential if New England is to go for ward in agriculture, manufacturing | md commerce. " lEs --~ -. - -
Connecticut western news., 1915-06-17
Acheson Suffragan Bishop.

Rev. B. Campion Acheson. rector of the Church of Holy Trinity in Middle town, announced Monday his accept ance of the election as suffragan bishop for the diocese of Connecticut He was elected at the recent diocesan con- vention at Hartford in response to re- quests by Bishop Chauncey B. Brewster for an assistant.
 The announcement follows:
 "Rev. E. c. Acheson has notified the bishop of Connecticut that, subject to the approval of the house of bishops and the several ecclesiastical authori- ties, he will accept his election to the office of bishop suffragan.''
Connecticut western news., 1915-06-17
Accept Loewe Assessment.

By unaasimous vote the Hat Finish ers' association of Danbuy. WedHes- day night, adopted a resolution accept
 ing the action of the recent national convention of the United Batters En levying an extra .assssment of one per cent. to raise 9 fund to protect the de- fendants in the Loewe ease frora mone- tary loss by reason of tthe judgment of $252, ,000 and costs which the Leowe company secured against the defend ants in the federal courts. This action by the local association was necessary, under provisions of the con- stitution of the United Hatters govern ing the laying of the extra assessments.
Connecticut western news., 1915-06-17
EAST CANAAN COMMENCEMENT
Fine Program Pleased Large Audi
 ence Monday Evening.


 The East Canaan Grammar school exercises Monday night attracted an audience that packed the hall to the doors. The eight members of the grad uating class were Hele1 Warner, Mary Stratton, Annie Sirlin, Alice Per dizet, Rose Caravati, Carleton Mayl0tt, John Condon and Charles Caravai.
 Program.
 Motto, Onward" Gene Sweeney. Song, Medley of National Airs, school.
 "Our Country" school.
 National Banner, Alice Perdrizet. Song, "Stars of the Summer Night, 1" school.
 History of Canaan, Carleton Maylott. Song, "Last Rose of Summer" Rose and Jennie Caravati, Charlotte Wheeler and Alice Perdizet f' "Liberty and Union," John Condon Song. <'Ark of Freedom. !" school. "Rarbara Frietchie," Rose Caravati. Song, "F'rom bygene day." school. "Sheridan's Ride" Charlie Caravati. Song, "The Miller's song," James Kegler and Frank Cantadore. ? '"Sherman's March, Annie Sirlin Boating Song, Jennie Caravati, Char- lotte Wheeler, Annie Sirlin. ''' American Flag Mary Stratton and Rice Minacci.
 Song, ''The Lord is my Shepherd school.
 "Why I am glad I am an American,77 Helen Warner
 Concert recitation by class, q am "A citizen of America. ''
 Song, Now the day is over, "school Address, ''The NalVe of an educa- tion,'" by Rev. Worthy F. Maylott. Presentation of diplemas, Hon. E. s. Roberts.
 Song, "Away let us roam," school. Flag Salute.
 America.
 A hearty vote of rthaEks was given to Miss Catherine Finnegany ythe teacher, for her splendid training of the children on motion of Hon. E. s. Roberts The ! exercises were in charge of .Superin- tendent Ssone. and it was great might for the sekools of East Canaan.
Connecticut western news., 1915-06-17
PILGRIM CHIl DREN'S DAY
Fine Program of Exercises Given With
 Floral Setting.

Fine FroSram or E%erelSeS 1lVen Wlth
 Floral Setting.
 Children's Day exercises in Pilgrim church. last Sunday, were unusually interesting and largely attended Among the special features was boy choir. which sang number of pieces very effectively.
 A hedge of beautiful Easter lilies. from Miss Adams greenhouse reached clear across the flont of the church, be. hind which the children stood to recite and sing, and it made pretty picture.
 The primary department, the Lincoln class and the Pilgrim class participated in the exercises.
 The infan5 sons of MT. and Mrs. Howard Rood and MT. and Mrs. Harry Dodge were baptized, and bible was presented to Master Louis Streck. now aged seven, who was baptized in his first year.
 Badge pins, for perfect church at. tendance were given to Maitland Adam, Floyd Hayden. Watson Hayf en, Gorlon Mansir, Percy Whitford, Howell Free. man, Lester Simons, Forbes Adam, sec. retary; Roy Beaujon, Ruth Beaujon. Charles Beaujon, Louise Beaujon, Henry Dodge, Olga Johnson, James Lyles, Mildred Mansir, Joseph Mansir, Willard Peirce, Mildred Peirce, Helen Whitford, Bertha Simmons, William Simmons, Veder Simmons.
Connecticut western news., 1915-06-17
Another Veteran Dead.

William Hart, veteran of the Civil War, and member of David $. Cowles Post, c. A. R., died at his home iD Canaan Valley, Sunday, June IS, at the age of S6 years. Death was the result of shock. He was ill this vii iage with his wife few days before he was stricken and seemed in his usua! fairly good health. On Memorial Day he accompanied his comrades from Ca. naan Valley to the village.
 He enlisted in Company K, Second Connecticut Heavy Artillery and fought through the war. He leaves a wife and family.
 The funeral was held Tuesday after noon and was largely attended at his late residence. Interment was i'll the Canaan Valley cemetery. Commander W. R. Weddle and Comrade Sackett represented the Post at the funeral.
 MT. Hart leaves a wife and family of children all grown up.
Connecticut western news., 1915-06-17
Big Colt lDiTIdend.

The directors of the Colt PaEent Fire Arms Manufacturing Company, ot Hartford, Thursday declared a regular quarterly dividend of j per cent, and an extra dividend of 25 per cept., on the $2, 900, 900 capital stock of the com pany, thus establishing a L6 per cent. dividend rate for the first time in the history of the company. The highest rate paid heretofore was the previous quarter, when the regular dividend of F per cent, was declared, with an ex- tra dividend of 1A per cent, establish ing 12 per cent, rate.
 Colt stock, which has made a re- markable advance of over 200 points, selling as high as 355 just before the dividend, sold later for gro, an appre- citation of $15 a share. Little stock changed hands, even at that figure.
Connecticut western news., 1915-06-17
FOR FIREMEN'S DAY
Everybody is Expected to Help Mako
 it a Success.

lt success.
 The refreshment committee on Fire mems Tournament held n meeting at Old Fellows Hall, Tuesday evening and organized for the work ahead of it. The committee consists of Messrs. A. l.. Hugins and Fred Brewer for the fire men; N. w. Hurdenbergh. A. W. Hol- sapple, l.. l.. Roberts; Mrs. Jackson, Mrs. Fred Brewer. Miss May Kegler, Miss Margaret Collins, Miss Catherine Finnegan.
 Another meeting was held last night to map cut plans for campaign of can vassing Ter provisions, cash and such assistance may be made Q mako a success of this feature of tie big day, and it behooves all cur it zens to bo in readiness to respond, as they always dc, to the calls that will be made upon them for co operation. It is n large undertaking, to entertain something over 2,000 visitors and if is desirable that the reputation of CIT townspco9le for hospitality and gocd-fe,lowship be fully maintained.
Connecticut western news., 1915-06-17
Engine His Auto; ] Dead

One person was killed, two seriously hurt and four others received minor in- juries Sunday when an automobile from Waterbury garage was struck by the electric engine on the New Canaan branch of the New York, New Haven and Hartford railroad near Glenbrook. John Gonrenski. of Waterbury, died in the Stamford hospital soon after the accident from a fractured skull, and internal injuries. J. F. Yozka and Elizabeth Donnetta, both of Waterbury, are at the hospital suffering from cuts and bruises and the shock.
Connecticut western news., 1915-06-17

NorthfieId Seminary Commencement. East Northfield, Mass, June s, 1915. The annual commencement exercises of the Northfield Seminary were con- cluded today, consisting of the Sacred Concert at the Auditorium, a unique Northfield feature given by the con- bined student body of Northfield Sem mary and Mount Hermon School under the leadership of Prof. N. P. Coffin. of Keene, N. H., making a chorus of nearly thousand voices; the Baccal- Sperry, pastor of the Central church of
 Boston, Mass, on tue "value of quality as over against the measure of quan- tIty" which is so much in the minds of the people today; the Estey Chorus Concert on Monday evening and the Commencement Address delivered in the auditorium this morning by Dr. Sperry. After the address diplomas were given out by the principal, Prof. c. E. Dickenson, B. A. to the graduat- ing class of thirty-seven. This com pletes one of the best years in the his- tory of the Seminary at which the az gregate attendance has been 634.
 A large number of alumnae and for mer students returned to celebrate class reunions and other festivities. The largest number from any one class was from that of 1891, who came to wei come home on a furlough, their former class mates, MT. and Mrs. Ben Platt, now missionaries to the Philippines under the Episcopal Board.
 On June 18th the Conference season begins with the session of the Young Women's Conference. This is followed by the Students Foreign and Home Missionary, Sunday school and general conference gatherings.
Connecticut western news., 1915-06-17
Pape Libel Case Appealed.

The appeal taken by Prosecuting Atty. Edward B. Kelley, Jr. of the Waterbury district court from the rul- ing of Judge Wolfe in the action by Senator Peasley against William J. Pape, editor of The Waterbury Repub- lican sets up that the court erred in sustaining the defendants demurrer to the complaint in said cause; the court erred ill holding and ruling that the complaint was insufficient in law; the court erred i'll holding and ruling that said complaint was not legally suffi- cient in law.
Connecticut western news., 1915-06-17
University Club Baaouet.

The nineteenth annual banquet of the Ljtchfield County University Club will be held tomorrow evening at Whithouse, the home of MT. and Mrs Carl Stoeckel. Norfolk. The speakers will be Alfred Moves, the famous English poet, and Richard Burten, the American poet-a combination which will insure the post. pranGial feature against any possibility of being a prosr affair. Francke's fan. fare hand will set the supper to music and harmony is bound to reign.
Connecticut western news., 1915-06-17
PUPILS GRADUATE
. Rev. Crichton Gives Who esome Ad- wee to Graduating Class.

The grammar school commencement exercises were we'll attended last Fri day evening. in the Town Hall. Superintendent E. B. Stone, presided
 The program began with prayer by Rev. MT. Travis. There were various essays, S, n9s and recitations by the members of the class. the special feat ures being essays on trips taken to New York city and California, by Willart Peirce and Lillian Parsons respec- lively.
 Algott Lindell gave a very interest ing and practical summary of the gov ernment of Connecticut.
 An essay on the history of Canaan by Sarah Reel was much enjoyed by all.
 The speaker for the evening was the Rev. A. B. Crichton. In his talk he strongly urgel the graduates to have CD an aim as to what they were going to be: (2) Master that one thing and (3) have hobby. This advice was considered as beIng one of the most practical given on such an occasion in Canaan.
 MT. G. W. Parsons, secretary of the School Committee presented the diplo- mas and congratulated the pupils on their success and in the manner in which they played their parts in the program.
 Rev. Travis offered the benediction in closing. There were about 250 present.
 The graduates are as follows:
 Lillian Rogers Parsons.
 Ruth Alma Fitch.
 Carl Algott Lindell.
 Mary Eunice Rhoades, who has eight years perfect record of attendance, dat ing from the time she first entered the school.
 Catherine Agnes Mansfield.
 Axel Wilhelm LIndstrom.
 Marguerite Isabel Gaylord. Florence Elizabeth Adams.
 Sara Reel.
 Leroy Margadant Beaujon.
 Maitland Edmond Adam.
 John Scoville Pease.
 Willard Spauldlng Peirce.
 Romer Casper Nielsen.
Connecticut western news., 1915-06-17
Army and Navy Club.

The 3Ith annual meeting of the Army and Navy Club of Connecticut will be held on June 23 at the Gris- void hotel, at Eastern Point, New London.
 The business meeting will be held at j:30 o'clock and the banquet will be served an hour later
 The speakers at the banuuet will be the Rev. Dr. John Calvin Goddard, of Salisbury; John RodemeYer, of Canaan, md Charles Griswold, Commander of the Department of Connecticut, C.. \. R.
Connecticut western news., 1915-06-17
REBEKAHS
Enjoyable Program on Occasion of
 Grand Officers Visit.

Grand Officers Visit.
 The official visit of the grand officers of the order of Rebekah's to Queen Esther Rebekah Lodge, No. 49, last Friday evening was an occasion of en- joyment and interest to the local mem. bers. The work was highly com- mended by the visiting officers-Mrs. Katie J. Reynolds, president of the Rebekah State Assembly and Mrs. Fin kle, vice-president. There was good attendance of members, including some members of the Winsted lodge Remarks were made by the grand officers, several of the members and visitors.
 Following this all were invited to repair to the dining room, where re- treatments, consisting of ice cream and cake, were served and it was early when all departed for home.
Connecticut western news., 1915-06-17
Machine Pulls Mans Arm Off.

Jeremiah Askin. 25 years old, caught one of his hands in machine Thurs day while adjusting a belt in the ball bearing department of the Abbott Ball Company in Elmwood, Hartford, and the. arm was pulled off at the shoulder.
Connecticut western news., 1915-06-17
Man Burned to Death.

Joseph Henski, 8 farm hand, was burned to death in fire that destroyed the Dea con Samuel Sheldon place in Snffield, Sunday. Other occupants of the house made their escape in their night clothes. The origin of the blaze is not known. The loss is estimated at 5000.
Connecticut western news., 1915-06-17

Suspicion, said Uncle Eben, mighty often consists in realizin' whut you'd be tempted to do if you had de other feller's chance. "-Washing- ton Star.
Connecticut western news., 1915-06-17

Schoolmistress - "Well Freddie dear, what did you learn yesterday ?''
 New boy (after deep thought)-"You ought to know-you teached me. ''- Punch.
Audubon County journal. (Exira, Iowa) 1884-1993, 1915-06-24
MISS ES5INGTON'S
SCHOOL RECORD

NJ SIS Ma eal ne Essington has
just finis ed her school life showing
d rec rd, that IS by far, the bes
ever shown 10 us by e. IA grad
ates. The record own is here re
ported
The FIST six year wre passed
in the Bay on scho1l, the next two
years Il the Oakfi e d sctool under
the s.ruction of Miss May Jenkins
Miss Nol y; Mss Bookcut and Mrs.
Cannon and the last four years
were spent in the Ezra school. The
distance TO the Brayton school was
two mi es to Oakf ed, tn ee miles;
and to Extra, five miles Times alb
sem four times, and times tardy
four times in the Brayton and Oak
t ed SC, ools Tines absent three
days; mes tardy, three in the EX-
ira school. She reports that She can
show the more perfect certificate
than any scholar in Brayton or Oak
eld and was the youngest in the
class of graduates. She never failed
to pass from one class 10 the next
altho' her school work was siren
uous for she would leave home at
SIX o'clock in the morning and Yer.
seldom reached home until aftel
dark at nights in the winter time
Miss Essington is certainly to be
congratulated and we wish hel
much success.
Audubon County journal. (Exira, Iowa) 1884-1993, 1915-06-24
EXTRA COUPLE
welded YESTERDAY

The wedding of Miss Grace Rab-
son and Juhl Westphalen took place
yesterday, June 23rd. in Atlantic.
The couple Went 10 that city in the
morning accompan ed by Arthur
Statzell and Iiene Pore er, who acted
as witne sses to th event The we'd
ding was a surprise to Extra peo-
pie, although we have been suspi-
cious for some ime. MIR. and Mrs.
WestpLalen are eAcallent young peo-
pie and are highly respected by
their friends The bride is daugh-
ter of Mrs. r. G. Watterson of this
city. The groom has been a resi-
dent of Extra only few years,
having moved here from Atlantic
with his er-in-law, John John
son With whom he &C ed as partner
in the Johnson -Westphalen garage.
The br dal party returned to Ex-
ira in the evening, whel they were
treated to a lively little harivari.
We jon with friends in extending
congratula ions.