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Connecticut western news., 1915-03-11

MT. Kane was born in Ireland-- --69 years ago, and had lived in America since 1854, when he came over, with his parents, and settled in Sheffield, where he grew up to mnahood. While living in Sheffield he was married to Miss Celia Martin, of that town, who died here in April, 1905. They had a large family of children, most of whom were born in Canaan, to which town the family came about 40 years ago, when he engaged as farmer for the late E. w. Spur, at Salisbury. He accepted the position as f1agman at the c. N. E. crossing about five years ago, and was, in that capacity as in allt others, a faithful employe.
 He was @ highly respected citizen, of upright character and sterling hon. esty, and enjoyed the highest esteem of his fellow townsmen, who sympathize sincerely with his family in their be- reavement.
 The surviving sons are, Thomas Kane, of Stamford; Patrick, of Bridgeport; John, of Poughkeepsie; Matthew, of Waterbury; James, of New Jersey; Michael, of Ashley Falls; William, of Canaan. Daughters, Mrs. Joseph Ganci, of Canaan; Mrs. Martin Casey, of East Canaan; Mrs. D. N. McClinton, of Pittsburgh, Penn; Mrs. Benjamin Ganci, of New York.
Connecticut western news., 1915-03-11
JOHN KANE
Veteran Flagman on c. N. E. Died
 Sunday, of Pneumonia.

Veteran Flagman on c. N. E. Died
 Sunday, of Pneumonia.
 John Kane, one of Canaan's old-time residents and familiar figure at the Church street crossing of the 0. N. E., where he had been flagman for a num- Der of years, died at the home of his daughter, Mrs. Joseph Ganci, on Reed street, Sunday morning, at 8:45 O. clock. He had been confined to the house since Wednesday, and was laid up, in bed only three days, with severe attack of pneumonia, resulting from a cold. His health had been poor for three or four years past, but he was able to attend to his duties as fagman, up to last week Tuesday.
 The funeral services were held at St. Joseph's church in this village yester- day morning and were largely attended There was Solemn Requiem High Mass, Celebrant, Rev. Father Donohue i; deacon, Rev. Father Sullivan and the sub-deacon was one of the Franciscan Fathers of Winsted. Six of the sons of the deceased, Thomas, Patrick, John, Matthew, Michael and William acted as pail bearers. The music was beauti- fully rendered, MT. John Biauchi sing ing the o Salutaris and We shall meet him by and by.'' The floral tributes were numerous and beautiful. The interment was in St. Joseph's ceme- tery.
Connecticut western news., 1915-03-11
ELECTRIC LIGHT AT TWIN LAKES
Wires Being Strung on Poles of the
 Telephone Company.


 Telephone Company.
 Hereafter the cottagers at Twin Lakes will enjoy the luxury of electric lights "a modern convenience of which they have up to the present time been denied owing to the difficulty of procuring a right of way for the poles and wires. An agreement has just been entered into between the electric light com. pany and the telephone company whereby the wires of both will traverse the same poles, and the work of string ing the electric light wires to the Lakes was begun last Monday.
 This arrangement should open up a lucrative field for the electric light company, as probably all of the numer- ous cottages will be equipped for the service.
 It is said Mir. Alvorl, who owns the island, will have a cable laid to his domain. and it is safe to assume that the island will be illuminated, at least on state occasions, in way that will attract attention to that beauty spot.
Connecticut western news., 1915-03-11
Methodist Notes,

The passage for the devotional meet ing this evening is the seventh chapter of John Jesus at the Feast of Taber- nacles. Our study at these services during the month follows Jesus on His way to the fulfillment of His mission for humanity and should be of absorbing interest to every member of the church. Come and enjoy the fellowship.
 The subject for the sermon Sabbath morning is, "Jesus Reveals the Way to See God" Matt. 5:8.
 The Methodist Mems supper will be given Wednesday evening, March IT., in the dining room of the church. The usual high standard of these suppers will be maintained. The bill of fare this year includes fish course so that all may come and enjoy the treat with Us.
Connecticut western news., 1915-03-11
Solve Mileage Question.

A writer in the Bridgeport Telegram says many legislators have solved the mileage question by using automobiles. and enumerates the owners and the style of machine they use. The Litch- field County list follows: senate-JohA NJ. Wadhams, Torrington, Buick; s. l.. Alvord, Winsted, Stevens -DuryeA: house of representatives--M. B. Dis brow, Bridgewater, Ford; Francis & Skiff, M. D., Falls Village, Overland; Edward W. Bennett, Cornwall Bridge. Ford; Thomas W. Griswold, 9nd, Goshen, Hudson and Ford; w. B. Allen, Litchfield, Buick; W. <. Rogers. Bantam, Studebaker and Chadwick; M. H. Malett, New Milford, k. NJ. F.; W. B. Futile Plymouth, Studebakor, (2); James k. Harrison, Salisbury, Ford; George B. Klebes, sharon Valley. Ford; R. K. Woodward, sharon, Cverland; John N. Brooks, Torrington, Pullman and Columbia: c. E. Hough, Washington, Regal; l.. P. Case, Win sted, Marion; D. l.. Vaill, Winsted. Cadillac.
Connecticut western news., 1915-03-11
"Tom" Norton Opposes.

The committee on banks gave a hear. ing Wednesday on bill providing that no savings bank shall occupy quarters with another bank or trust company Thomas L. Norton, of Lakeville, was heard in opposition for the savings bank in Lakeville, with which he has been connected for 50 years. He said his bank had occupied quarters for 40 years, first with private bank and af- ter with a trust company. "The less legislation we have regarding savings banks the better we shall like it, said Mir Norton
Connecticut western news., 1915-03-11
The Herriman Banouet,

Probably the first state function in the rebuilt Canfeld Hotel will be the Herriman banquet to the Cornpop and Sasf'rilly Association. which MT. Her riman says will be 8 strictly up-to- date birthday celebration. The Asso- citation has about 30 members-a linn ited membership-with at least 30 more on the waiting list, who can be ad- mitted only on the death or resignation of present members. Landlord Baker is planning to make this Herriman birthday banquet an suspicious event, as 8 sort of initial occasion for the newly opened hotel. and MT. Herri. mans committee of arrangements are considering some novel and interesting features that will make the affair unique.
Connecticut western news., 1915-03-11
Hol for Canaan July 5l

Says the Lakeville Journal: lowing to the fact that the annual tournament of the Harlem Valley Fremeh's As sociation is held at Canaan this year, the Canaan firemen are making an effort to have the date changed from Labor Day to July 5, in order not to conflict with the Salisbury Fair which is held Labor Day. The question has been submitted to the different fire companies in the Association and the following action has been taken by Lakeville Hose Go:
 Resolved, that ont of courtesy to the Salisbury Association, the Lake. vile Hose Go. are willing to change the date of the tournament this year to the 5th of July. ''
Connecticut western news., 1915-03-11
BOY SCOUTS NEW START
Edward Payson, Famous Pedestrian,
 May Lecture for Local Patrol.


 May Lecture for Local Patrol.
 At the meeting of the Scout Council, held in Roraback' law office, Friday evening, the question of settling up the affairs of the old organization and start ing anew under more business like auspices, was discussed. An entirely new organization of the Council was effected and officers elected, as follows: President, R. D. Peirce.
 Vice president, c. A. Adam.
 Secretary, J. Clinton Roraback.
 Treasurer. Allyn Fuller.
 Scout Commissioner, Rev. A. B. Clichton.
 Scoutmaster, Leroy Laffargue.
 Court of Honor, Rev. E. c. Gillette, Rev. L. E. Travis, Charles J. Beaujon. The Scout Council, as at present con- stituted is composed of Rev. A. B.. Crichton, Rev. L. E. Travis, Rev. E.. c. Gillette, John Rodemeyer, G. A. Adam. Allyn Fuller, J. Clinton Rora- back, R. D.. Peirce, Charles J. Beaujon, H. E. Lyles, H. H. Scutt, E. A. Creevey, H. W. Strayer.
 It was reported that deficit existed, in the expense for rent of the Scout rooms and proposition was agreed to, whereby members of the old Council will be assessed $1 each, and H. E.. Lyles was assigned to raise whatever balance might remain.
 The subject of headquarters for the Scouts was brought up, and it was de- cided to leave the matter to the boys of the Scout patrol, with their Scoutnlas- ter and Scout Commissioner.
 Rev. MT. Gillette stated that he had been in communication with Edward Payson, the famous veteran pedestrian, with view to engaging him to give one of his celebrated lectures here, under the auspices of the Scouts. The proposition was viewed with favor, and it was decided to leave the matter of arrangements for the Weston lecture with the boys themselves.
 The meeting adjourned. subject to the call of President Peirce.
Connecticut western news., 1915-03-11
Fine Production of" Trovatore."

Fine Production of"lI Trovatore."
 The Boston English Opera Company, which comes to the Mahaiwe Theatre, Great Harrington on Thursday night, March IS, is following new method in the presentation of opera. Instead of doing five or six different operas in an indifferent manner some fairly good and some very bad, it has confined all its energy to one opera, making a pro- duction of rare beauty and what is more important, every member of the com pany has been selected for their special ability in this one opera.
 Joseph F. Sheehan, is acknowledged the world over as one of the greatest ex- ponents of the role of "Manrico" of the present day. Miss Elaine DeSellem, stands in class by herself as far as the role of the Gypsy hag is concerned Her interpretation is said to be one of the finest pieces of character singing on the operatic stage. Miss Mirth Carmen, ranks among the greatest Leonoras of English opera. MT. Arthur Com pany, as we'll as the Royal Carl Rosa Opera Company, has won fame for his depletion of Count Di Luna. Mr. Harold J. Geis' deep bass voice and heroic style is particularly well suited to Fernando. The others in the cast, Miss Grace Doxsee, MT. William Young, Mercedes Dalamada, Miss Louise Hem ing, MT. William Hamilton, MT. Clark Harcourt, etc., have all been chosen for their success in "Il Trovatore. Even the chorus had been particularly select ed for this one opera.
Connecticut western news., 1915-03-11
Snapping Cold.

The variable weather of the last couple of weeks froze the top completely off the bulb of one of those big Boss Farmer thermometers which President R. J. Orr, of Pittsfeld, who gave the Boss Farmer cigar its name, has been distributing to the dealers. The par ticular thermometer referred to, had its head frozen off while in transit from Pittsfeld to Canaan, during one of those bitterly old days of two weeks ago, but box of Boss Farmer cigars accompanying it escaped frost bite by reason of their high test quality and comfortable wrappers.
Connecticut western news., 1915-03-11
CAFETERIA MADE A HIT
Festival at Pilgrim Church. Where
 Guests Waited on Themselves.

Festival at Pilgrim Church. where
 Guests Waited on Themselves.
 The Cafeteria Supper" given by the ladies of Pilgrim church in the social rooms Friday evening was unique in novation as festive church event. and it's novelty attracted nearly 100 per sons to the scene of festivity during the evening, and about $28 was netted us the financial result.
 The novelty of the supper was in the method of service. Every guest was his or her own waiter. On entering, the guest procured a plate and went around to the various tables collecting the eatables here and there-rolls, cod, fish balls, stuffed eggs, salads etc., at "5 cents per-" or Welsh rarebit at l ] cents, then with the heaping plate, sought table and chair-which cost nothing to occupy-and enjoyed the re- past Coffee, tea, etc., were served by the waitresses, who also collected the stamped in a lump sum, on a check, which the customer subsequently, pre- sented to the cashier with the amount indicated.
 The proceeding secured to interest the guests immensely, and many made the second tour, of the commissary plate in hand.
 The affair was a delightful success and should become popular institu. tion.
 The cooks were, Miss May Adams, chairman; Miss May Smith, Miss Peirce and Mrs. Jackson. The chefs in charge of the Welsh rarebit kitchen were those distinguished Welsh gentle men, Messrs. Robert D. Peirce and Lester Adams. Mrs. Gillette was i'm. pressed into service ill various capaci- ties, including waitress, dessert dis tributor and cashier. The waitresses were Mrs. E. T. Rowe, Mrs. A. W. Holsapple, Mrs. J. G. Adam, Mrs. A. P Freeman, Mrs, Frank Whiting, Miss Regina Adams, Miss Helen Whitford, Miss Belle Lorraine, Miss Ruth Hat maker, Miss Lotta Buckbee, Miss Mary Hill.
Connecticut western news., 1915-03-11
DIR. PARKER'S LECTURES
Two Meetings Held in Town Hall and
 Plain Subjects Discussed.

pr. Valeria Parker, (Mrs. lectured in Town Hall, Wednesday afternoon to ladies only, on "The Story of Life. " The hall was we'll filled with ladies and girls of the various girls organizations, and nr. Parker gave them a plain and edifying talk on matters and things that they ought to know, but which parents generally neglect to explain and discuss with their children.
 In the evening a "mass meeting was held, for whosoever would come. but unfortunately the bitterly cold weather kept away many who would otherwise have attended, and barely a score of persons were in the hall. This is to be regretted, from the fact that the discourse was one that would have profited anybody who heard it. The subject was "An Equal Standard of Morals for Men aud Women," and Dr. Parker handled the subject in most skillful manner. dealing with delicate subject so as to make plain the needs of any community that would conserve the moral and physical heritage of a respectable and pure ancestry.
Connecticut western news., 1915-03-11
MIDNIGHT FIRE
Sparks From Chimney Ignite Roof of
 Juoge Roraback's "Beehive."


 Shortly after midnight, Thursday morning, John Armstrong, who boards at Albert Pierson's $ near the Whitford Supply Company's store, was startled by the dancing reflection of fire, which illuminated his room. He rose and went to the window, where he discOv. cred that the roof of the tenement house owned by Judge A. T. Roraback and known as the Beehive, was ablaze near the south chimney. He hurriedly dressed and notified the telephone cen- tral office to call Sexton Frank Coons, who promptly rang the fire alarm on the Methodist church bell. and ill a surprisingly short space of time the members of Canaan Hose Company were on the scene, with their hose cart and chemical engine. The tiremen soon had stream of water playing on the roof, which made short work of the surface flames. and hole was chopped in the attic ceiling, through which the chemical promptly extinguished the interior fire. The whole business was over and all danger of confagratior passed within fifteen minutes from the striking of the church bell, which adds another feather to the already richly decorated caps of our tiremen.
 The fire damage to the building was slight, but if the discovery had not been promptly made there must in evitably have been fire that would have swept that section of the village. The firemen cannot be given too much credit for their work in that occasion.
 The building was occupied by George Fields, an old war veteran who lived there alone. and the family of Stephen Cudney, who occupied the north end. The fire evidently started from sparks dropping from the chimney to the roof, which were famed into blaze by the wind. MT. Fields had started new wood fire in his cook stove short time before the blaze was discovered, and had gone out to escort feeble comrade to his home, and it was during his absence that the fire broke out. He was greatly surprised, on his return. to find that his door had been broken open by Clint Roraback, who was one of the first on the scene, and the fire men in full possession of his quarters.
Connecticut western news., 1915-03-11
THE CANAAN TERMINAL
Indications that North-End Trains Will
 lie Up Here.


 The matter of removing the north end railroad terminal from Great Bar rington to Canaan, which was referred to in these columns last week. is a per slstent subject, and while the plan is. to all appearances, somewhat nebulors as yet, the opinion is strong and grow. ing stronger, that the charge will be brought about i'll the not far distant future. The Great Burlington cores pondent of the Eagle, on Friday, wrote |:
 'Since the visit this week of party of officials of the New York, New Haven aId Hartford railroad to the town, it has leen said that the com- lany had ill contemplation changes in the train service that will if carried out become somewhat of loss to the town.
 "This morning an Eagle representa-. tive received information from quite a reliable source that about six train crews that have had Great Burlington as their terminal would in the near future put up ill Canaan CT Pittsield. These changes are brought about, the Eagle learns, by the operation of all trains, both passenger and freight, be- tween South Norwalk, Harlem river and New York by electricity instead of steam. Freight trains that have put up here will be run to Pittstield or Ca naan as will one or more passenger trains. The company could not acquire land enough that they need here only at an eXorbitant price, consequently the changes as proposed will undoubtedly be made this year Some 50 or more men that have resided here will either make PitUsfield or Canaan their head quarters '
Connecticut western news., 1915-03-11
Old Policeman Suicides.

William L. Collett, 73 years old, n retired New Haven policeman, con- mitted suicide at his boarding house. Friday night by firing bullet into his right temple.
Connecticut western news., 1915-03-11

Mir. Fattums-''I don't know what profession my son should follow. He's reckless, careless, and indifferent to consequences.
 Mrs. de Make him a taxi cab driver. Judge.
Connecticut western news., 1915-03-11

Did you tell Jink was fool ?'' No, Jinx isn't fool. "
 "I say, did you tell Jinx 1 was tool ?'
 And I say no, Jinx isn't "a fool, an it is unnecessary to tell him "-Hous- ton Post.
Connecticut western news., 1915-03-11

Miss Della Slattery has returned from a visit with her brother in Bridge port.
Eastern Utah advocate. [volume] (Price, Utah) 1895-1915, 1915-04-23
DEMOCRATS "noecEU rr.

The following compliments To N
democracy Of Utah under the hea,
NIX. The American Hog" are cor
aimed In last weeks progressive;
A very few years ago bulgaria
and the other nalkan states with
GREECE. Joined hands In order 10
punish Turkey Tor her continued
prosecutions 81 their compatriota.
Their efforts met with consldera.
BILE success and by the terms OF
the peace pact brought about by
the other European powers, Tur-
key was compelled Co give guar
antocs of better conduct In the
future.
A little later bulgaria thought
she would do little "hogging'
on her own account aud went IL
alone" with the result. as the
world knows. she got everlasting
~ walloped.
Now, there h moral 20 this
tale
our democrats brethren al the
Jefferson Day banquet. last sat
urday night. became quite boast
ful Of what they had done since
1919, and what they would do Ia
1915.
II viii bc remembered that the
progreFsiycs OF the country came
into being a. party In i9i2, and
became factor la national poll
ties.
Being recruited In large meas
ure from the republican party.
which had become the Turkey of
the United States. the progressive
party In short time held the
balance of power, even had
fighting chance of success In the
November elections Of that year.
Here then was the opportunity
FOR tho democrats. Ry an nppar-
Ont self -ahntEhtiou OF an former
conservative ana Htaudpat prin-
ciples the program of tho demo-
cratic party did not differ ma
terially from that OF tho progress.
aivc party, ana since those of the
democrats who had imhihod pro-
grcssiye principles saw in the
twin association OF ideals tho
prospect of attainment. they nat
urally adhered their allegiance 10
their party the result being OBJ
yious. Placed In power. how
ever the democratic party soon
threw OF the mask OF progress
sivism and they stand today very
little different from the stand
pat republicans In their subser-
Vience 90 special Interests.
Standpat democrats replaced
standpat republicans IN practical
IS every instance.
And. browning infamy of am.
the two greatest bcnvficiaries OF
the existence OF the progressive
marty fsthered a measure ana
urged its passage with inslstencc
which aimed directly at the I'M
tcgrity and political honesty az
the leader Of that party, Theodore
Roosevelt
Progressiyes do not aad viii
not forget this insult and next
time when the democrats go ON
a "hogslng expedition, as Bul-
garia did, they viii be permitted
20 have the everlasting tar whip
ped out OF them.
Eastern Utah advocate. [volume] (Price, Utah) 1895-1915, 1915-04-23
MORE THAN A "sCRAP OF PAPER"

Paper railroads. paper towns and other things paper
only have different times been brought prominently before
attention The latest thing this direction Engands paper
blockade Unlike paper enterprises however this has
worked perfection that its orgnators could scarcely have
hoped TO have exceed In other words Engand paper block
ade is effective OF she has ships stop
vessel that might be bound for German point but there is
much likelihood that she could gather in big bunch of them
them she went erthat insurance companies have
refused fatty cargoes vessels bound for German
and without insurance the of vessels will not permit
their ships TO sail In this connection the Saturday Evening Post
"A piece OF with vgant cruisers the back
ground, sufficient for effectual blockade"
Eastern Utah advocate. [volume] (Price, Utah) 1895-1915, 1915-04-23
GERMANS EXPRESS DISLIKE OF AMERICANS.

The Berlin Post editorial article THE American Trou
bes makes the Asama affair in Turtle Bay Lower California
the basis of comment which most uncompmenary TO Amer
The Berlin paper America has claim to the love
respect Of the Germans and continues:
I'VE would be satisfied to know that America should from its
present condition Of usympahec contenmen to know
the bitter necessities of war"
This is only roundabout way Of expressing desire to have
the Japanese attack the United States says ogdens Standard
This hatred for Americans is difficult 10 understand This
country side with Germany take the Of the
allies and though the United States has held strictly position
of neutrality, being berated.
But the proper to continue to observe
ay recognizing the fact that the hot words directed
prompted by misunderstanding of Americas real attitude
Eastern Utah advocate. [volume] (Price, Utah) 1895-1915, 1915-04-23
CANVASS BOND VOTE.

The board Of county commissioners
met Monday for the purpose OF can
vasslng the vote on last weeks bond
election. The vote was as follows
For bonding for the sum of $4,000
is5; against bonding. 2ii. No cleo
ion was held In the Harper precinct.
A resolution. which appears else
whore in this impression of The Ad-
yocote. was adopted providing for the
sale of the bonds Of the face value OF
az 600 each at the rate Of per cent
interest per annum for a period Of
twenty years. the county having the
option 10 pay off the same at any
time after ten years Bids on the
bends win be received up TO o'clock
= m on the goth day OF May.
Eastern Utah advocate. [volume] (Price, Utah) 1895-1915, 1915-04-23
Cough Medicine ror children.

Never give n child a cough medicine
that contains opium In any form.
When opium Il given other and more
serious diseases may follow. Long
experience mas demonstrated that
there In no better or safer medicine
for coughs. colds and Group In child.
rem than Chambcriain's Cough Rem
edy. IL Il equally valuable for adults.
Try H. II contains no opium or other
harmful drug. For sale by all deal
era.-Adyt.
Eastern Utah advocate. [volume] (Price, Utah) 1895-1915, 1915-04-23
FOR RENT

One four-room house. See II. c
Smith. Price. Utah.