Norwich bulletin., 1915-03-02
QUINERAUG POMONA.
Holds First Meeting of the New Year
 With Thompson Grange.

Quinebaug Pomona No 2, held its first meeting of the year with Quin- natisset grange at Thompson. Quin- natisSet grange have exceptionally at- tractive quarters furnished through the generosity of Brother Randolph III. Chandler, who is very enthusiastic in grange work and whose constant thoughfulness has in past years con- tributed to the pleasure of the mem bers of both the subordinate and Po- mona granges. Brother Chandler has recently fitted up attractive dining rooms above the grange hall which were used on this occasion with much enjoyment.
 The morning session was opened in the fifth degree, and after routine bus mess was disposed of the incoming of ficers were installed by Worthy State Master J. Arthur Sherwood, assisted by Mrs Sherwood and Mrs. l.. H. Healey, all of whom received much praise for the efficient manner in which the work was performed. The officers for 1915- Is were:
 NJ, Charles A. Wheeler, Mansfield, 64, Storrs; O., Franklin H. Bennett, Ashford, 90, Ashford; L., Mrs. Maude K. Wheeler, GA, Storrs; S.. Herbert R. Slye, Mansfield, 64. Pomfret Center; A. S.. Emery c. Munyan, Quinnatis- A. Downs, Killingly. 112, Kil1ingly; T., Vine R. Franklin, Brooklyn, 43. Brook lyn; Sec, Mrs. Susie G. Williams Brooklyn, 43, Brooklyn; G. K, Samuel A. Carpenter, Canterbury, 70, Canter- bury: F., Mary J. Ross. Quinnatisset, 65, Putnam; C. Helen L. Witter, Wolf Den, 61, Pomfret Center; L. A. S., Sybil P. Pettis, Quinnatisset, 65, Thompson.
 Executive committee: Leonard H, Healey, 15o. North Woodstock, 1915; i; ID El1I,, 1916; Everett B. Brown, 61, Pomfret Center, 1917.
 Grange Serves Dinner.
 After installation a recess was de- c1ared for partalking of the appetising dinner served by Quinatisset grange under the leadership of Mrs. Knight.
 Afternoon Session.
 Tn the afternoon the lecturer Mrs. Maud K. Wheeler of Storrs, presented an excellent programme consisting of a lecture by Prof. Thomas Desmond of Hartford on Village Improvement. This was illustrated by great number of views Of attractive places, both in Europe and America. A violin solo by Miss Mary Ross. accompanied by Miss Helen Wftter was heartily encored. Miss Ross is always heartily enjoyed. A most enjoyable number was by Prof. H. R. Monteith of the Connecticut Agricultural college who spoke in an interesting manner on the European War. Prof. Monteith Is always we'll received by Pomona audiences, as he is not only great student of history, but also has a most interesting de- livery and holds the attention of his audience closely. He was at his best, instructive, witty and entertaining
 The programme was a very strong one and augurs well for very suc- cessful year. The crowd was a good one, the weather good and the whole affair passed>1n the best possible man ner. Resolutions were passed in 1nemoriam of Sister Fanny E. Webster. a former Pomona lecturer, also notes of thanks and appreciation to Brother Chandler for special acts of kindness and to Quinnadsset grange for its hospitality.
 The new officers are ambitious, capa- ble, and earnest, and the next two years promise to be banner years for Quinebaug Pomona, its members say: Watch us Grow!"