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The Birmingham age-herald., 1916-01-12
CUPID PODZIUS IS
 DEAD IN NEW YORK
Recluse Was Editor of Matrimonial Paper and Was Responsible for
 10000 Marriages, He Claimed

New York, January 11.-Fritz Pod zius, widely known as Cupid Pod zius," editor of the Matrimonial News, who claimed to have brought about the marriages of 2O,0Oo couples. died here today.
 Podzius also issued Berlin copy of his newspaper called the Heirats Zei- tung. He was bachelor and lived as a recluse, subsisting mainly on apples and tea.
 Podzius is suppised to have made large sums of money out of his mat rimonial newspapers. Several bank books were found in his bedroom hid den in secret places, and sums of money in various hooks
The Birmingham age-herald., 1916-01-12
Meet Concurrently With Re- publicans in Hope They
 May Agree on Candidate
DECIDED UPON AT
 MEETING YESTERDAY
Declaration of Principles Adopted in Which Wilson Administration Is Criticized for Its For
 eign Policy

Chicago. January 1.-The progress sive party will hold it's national con- vention June ' in Chicago, concurrent ly with the national convention of the republican party, in the hope that both may agree on the same candidate for President. This action was decided upon today by the national committee of the progressive party
 Fortyseven of the 4S states were rep resented at the meeting. Before ad- journing the committee adopted a declaration of principles in which the administration of President Wilson was criticized for it's alleged failure to deal adequately with national honor and in dustrial welfare, and the progressive party went on record as favoring a complete preparedness programme con- sisting of military armament as well as
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The Birmingham age-herald., 1916-01-12
HAY IS FIRST SNAG IN PATH 0F WILSON'S PLANS FOR DEFENSE
Military Committee Chair man Does Not Favor Con- tinental Army Advo-
 cated by Garrison

Washington, January 11.--The first legislative sea the administrators plans for strengthening the army have been launched upon came today when Chairman Hay of the House military disapproved the fundamental sugges- ton of the programme, the organiza- tion of continental army of 400, 1000 federal volunteers.
 The Presidents reception of this ex- pression was not disclosed Secretary Garrison. who framed the administra- tion scheme. said later he had no
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The Birmingham age-herald., 1916-01-12
MONTENEGRO FEELS WEIGHT OF MIGHTY TEUT0N|C FORCES Stronghold of Mt. Lovcen Has Fallen Situation in
 Mesopotamia Causing
 England Anxiety

London, January 11.-Montenegro is being treated to steam roller attack similar to that which crumpled up it's friend and neighbor. Servia. The Aus trian onslaught which has been a long time in preparation is being prose- cuted with great violence. menacing several important positions close to the Adriatic coast.
 The great Montenegrin stronghold, Mount Lovcen has fallen, according to- stonight's Austrian official communica- tion The attack here has been largely assisted by Austrian warships and the guns of the Cattaro forts. In addition the Montenegrins say the Austrans made abundant use Of asphyxiating
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The Birmingham age-herald., 1916-01-12
PROMPT DENIAL 0F
 CHARGES MADE BY
 LABOR ORGANIZER
Rockefeller Telegraphs He Is Not Interested in the. Youngstown Company.
 Probe Is Resumed

Youngstown, O.. January 11.-John D. Rockefeller, Jr.. in a telegram received here late. today denied charges made by Thomas H. Flynn, general organizer for the American Federation of Labor. that the Rockefeller interests were in any way interested in the proposed merger of independent steel interests or were indirectly responsible for the rioting in East Youngstown last Friday.
 @ MT Flynn, in his statement last night. Ascharged that the riot was part of a scheme to depress the value of the stock of the Youngstown Sheet and Tube com pany SO that control could be obtained an& . merger effected with several other N (Continued en pare Twel
The Birmingham age-herald., 1916-01-12
TODAY'S AGE-HERALD

1-Bryan preparing to strike Wilson. Greece could not join the Teutons
 without starving
 Sixteen Americans butchered by Mex
 jeans.
 Heflin makes sensational charge. Bull Moosers meet June T. 2--Denies report of banks willingness to
 make loan. 3--Holland letter. 4-Editorial comment. 5-Barber college is freed of tax. Scout campaign to end today. Birmingham boys to wage debate. Gossip about the city hall. 6--Womens s page 7--Sports. 9-Markets. 1O-- Wrong to make office holders pay
 campaign expenses.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1916-01-12
BRIDE ACCIDENTALLY
 KILLED BY HUSBAND

Eufaula, January 11.-(Special.) Mrs. Foy Lamar, wife of a wealthy and prominent young farmer, and bride of a week, was killed to- day by the accidental discharge of shotgun which her husband was cleaning in preparation for hunt ing trip. As she was pouring oil down the barrel of the muzzle, which her husband held, he acci- dentally pressed the trigger, and the contents of both barrels went into her heart. killing her in- stantly.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1916-01-12
SENATOR NEWLANDS .
 RAPS DEMOCRATS IN SPEECH IN SENATE
Democrat Criticizes Tariff and Banking Reforms. Party Is Too Radical.
 Danger in November


 Washington. January 11.-Senator Newlands attacked his party's record in the Senate today, delivering a long prepared speech in which he criticized the tariff and banking reforms. the chief legislative achievements of the Wilson administration. The Nevada senator declared that because there had been industrial and commercial depres- sion conterminious with democratic con trol of legislation, the party would be in danger of defeat at the next presi- denial election unless the European war continued and made the Presi dents "sagacious and firm handling of foreign affairs" the overshadowinr issue,
 Although he characterized the gen.
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The Birmingham age-herald., 1916-01-12
FEN ROUTE TO MINES FROM CHIHUAHUA
 CITY WHEN STOPPED
Lined Up Against Train, Stripped and Robbed and Then Shot Bandits Be- lieyed to Be Part of Rodriguez Force

Fl Paso, Tex. January 11.-Sixteen persons, all believed to have been Americans, were killed by Mexican bandits yesterday after being taken from Mexico Northwestern train 50 miles west of Chihuahua City. robbed and stripped of their clothing, accord- ing to message received here tonight by H. c. MyIes. British consul here, from British Consul ScoveIl at Chihua- hua City.
 The train on which the Americans were travelling from Chihuahua City to Cusihuiriachic, Chihuahua, carried thousands of dollars in currency, and a large quantity of supplies sent by the American Smelling and Refining company to its mines in Cusirhuriachic.
 1t Is believed here that all Of the IS American mining men known to have been in Chihuahua City were on board the footed train.
 Thomas w. Holmes. the known sur vivor, stated. however in his brief telegram giving the first news of the raid that he counted but 16 Americans taken from the train.
 MESSAGES STOPPED
 Almost immediately after the first news was received a censorship was imposed on the wires between Juarez and Chihua- hua City by the Carranza officials. This action was taken, it was said, until the story could be verified from official Mexi- can sources"
 According to the brief messages received here the train bearing the Americans was stopped by the bandits about 50 miles west of Chihuahua City. The mining men were taken from the train, robbed stripped naked and lined up along the cars for ex- ecution, Holmes was said to have been on the extreme end of the line and as the firing squad took position it is re- ported he broke away and fled into the desert. With feet and body cut and bleeding from stones and sharp cactus he ran until he no longer heard the whis- tie of bullets pass him.
 He succeeded in reaching friendly Mexi- cans, it is reported, and was aided back to Chihuahua City.
 The first news of the bandit raid was re- ceived here through a cryptic telegram from Holmes to, officials of the smelting company asking them to notify his wife that he had reached Chihuahua City and was safe Whether he was prevented from sending further information or sup posed news of the occurrence already had reached El Paso is not known.
 AROUSED ANXIETY
 His message aroused anxiety concerning the fate of the other men known to have left Chihuahua City for Cusihuiriachic and before the censorship was imposed they succeeded in getting into communi- cation with mining men in Chihuahua City, who furnished the brief details of the attack. ssA
 The Americans, 1t was said. were sent to reopen the mines on assurances of pro-
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Putnam patriot., 1916-09-22

showed him fox skin, ialso four skunk skins in bag. Couldn't tell difference between tame and wild skins.
 William H. Shippee said he had dealt in furs 45 iyears. Can't tell diff ference on ail wild and tame pelts Had fooled others aud had been fooled himself.
 Mrs. Mary B Grant WAS at Tracyis when search was made. Tracy told her of theft,o furs after he got back from Danielson when he was arrested | Tracy WAS at home the night of the i theft. Did his chores and came in | about eight and took his boots of {. l Slept on floor in kitchen. Gave her medicine during Ithe night and was always there when she called for any thing. He couldn't have left the house without her knowing it. He got up about six o'clock to do the chores.s On cross examination she denied that officers asked her where Tracy was the night,of the theft.
 Defendant rested and court adjourn. ed.
Putnam patriot., 1916-09-22
Sergeant George A. HOwarth Back from
 Mexican Border

George A. Howsrth of Putnam is now Sergeant Howarth of Company l, 4th Infantry. U. 5. N. G. His compa- ny is back from where it started, in camp at Laurel, Delaware.
 Howarth enlisted in the company shortly after he left Putnam and was stationed at Eagle Pass, Texas. The PATRIOT printed letter from him written from that place.
 Sergeant Howarth now writes that he is getting along finely He arrived at Laurel with his company last Fri day morning after a trip of five days and six nights.
 Upon arrival at Eagle Pass Howarth was made first class private and re- mained at this rank for month. The last of August he was promoted to the rank of sergeant and has remained right guide ever since.
 He expects the company will re- main in camp for about two weeks, or possibly three, before being mustered out and receiving a discharge. The regiment he is in is the only Maryland regiment to come home, the two others remaining.
Putnam patriot., 1916-09-22

complaining among the young men of the north end and paid tribute to the president and officers for the consei- entious performance of their duties. He told how the club stands at present. financially and socially. and encouraged the members to continue the good work to put forth their best efforts and endeaVor to attract new members SD that the club may become a strong, healthy organization of young men cooperating for the in- terests of each other and the associ- ation. He hoped that when the next anniversary celebration came around the club would be found in larger quarters and with a large and inereas- ing membership. He alluded to the fact tfat at every meeting seven or eight new members are being enrolled. He praised the purpose of the club and predicted that it will have a speedy growth if the members put forth their best efforts.
 Bass solo, Joseph Beaudoin, was en- cored
 Following Secretary Benoit the first president of the club. Michael Magnan, was prevailed upon to make few re- marks and told briefly of the progress of the club since it was organized IS years ago.
 Alphonse Breault gave an exhibition of scientific bag punching.
 The president. Armand Magnan, sang a solo in fine baritone voice. He was unaccompanied as he did not have the misic of his song and only re- sponded upon urgent request.
 A vietrola was then used to give a number of songs in the French
Putnam patriot., 1916-09-22
Miscellaneous Shower for Miss Mildred
 Carver

A miscellaneous shower was given Miss Mildred Carver, daughter of Her mon c. Carver, at the home Of Mr.and Mrs. Sabin Carpenter, to whose son. Clovis Carpenter of Worcester, Miss Carver is to be married Oct. 18th, last Friday evening.
 Miss Bessie Carpenter was the hos. tess. Games were played and during the evening lhe guests were invited into lhe parlor and Miss Carver was asked to search for the gifts which had beel hidden from view. Gifts of silver, linen and glass were found tucked away in every part of the room. Ice cream and cake were serv- ed by the hostess.
 The other guests present were Misses Clifford, Marjorie Bradford, Doris and Helen Carver, Elsie Rouse, Mrs. Sabin Carpenter, Mrs. Wilfred Wade, Mrs. Howard Carpenter, Mrs. George Young, Mrs. Brown of Put nam, Miss Marion May of New Lon- don, Miss Elsie King of Manchester and Miss Paine of Worcester.
Putnam patriot., 1916-09-22
Watch Presented by Czar of All the
 Russians

A hero of Russian war was in Put that had been presented to him by the Czar of Russia for bravery in battle. It was recovered for him by Captain of Police, Joseph Ryan, and he was prosuse in his thanks.
 The watch whs silver one and it's intrinsic value was but $50 but to its owner 1t was invaluable. The watch was much thicker than the kinds made in this country.
 Monday two women and man came to Putnam from East Douglas complained that her husband had come to Putnam to work and took with him several rings, eleven dollars in money, her fur coat and other wear ing apparel.
 Captain Ryan located the man. He was s,working in the Manhasset mill and living in house near by. He was arrested and locked up al the police station.
 Massachusetts officers were commu- nicated with but Judge Ehayer Of Worcester, il is said, refused to issue n warrant on the ground that the hus band could not commit larceny from the wife.
 Before the man was set at liberty the Captain took hand to see II he could not recover some of the property. The Russian had put in an appear ance and said the man had stolen his watch.
 After some persuasion the man gave up three rings and six dollars in money. He said he had sold the fur coat.
 Regarding the watch he told of one place he had left 1t but II was not found there. !He finally admitted that he had rolled 1t up in blanket and there 1t was found and returned 10 the owner.
Putnam patriot., 1916-09-22
Reverend 0bIitz Dies Suddenly

Reverend Nathan 0blilZ died at the Day Kimball hospital last Saturday following an operation for gall stones
 Reverend Oolitz had been in poor health but was up and around and as late as last Wednesday was about the street.
 The body was removed to his home on Church street and after a short ser vice there Sunday was taken to Nor. wich for burial in the Norwich He- brew cemetery.
 Reverend Oblitz was born in Russia 8 years ago. lie came to Putnam from West Virginia ten years ago and has lived here since doing the butcher ing for the local Hebrew population and holding religious services. He leaves wife and four children.
Putnam patriot., 1916-09-22
Jinx on Trail of Deputy Sheriff Fits
Most Killed by Lightning. Seriously
 lniures Leg

Misfortune is trailing Deputy Sheriff John H. Fitts of Hampton During one of the last thunder showers that passed over this section he was nearly killed by lightning and Wednesday he injured his leg.
 The deputy is in charge of state road repair work. Wednesday he was us. ing an iron bar in Eastford to pry open part of stone crusher. The bar slipped cutting deep, ragged wound in his right leg. Charles Gurley came along in his side.car motorcycle and took Deputy Fitts to Willimantic where his injury was dressed. He was able 10 return to the job.
 During one Of the last thunder showers Deputy Fitts was sitting in a shanty in the woods near his work. Bsrrak Smith of Putnam, also engag- ed in road repair work, drove up to the shanty in his automobile during the heavy thunder shower. Just as he stepped over the threshold of the shanty door there was a sharp bolt of lightning and heavy clap of thunder. Deputy Fitts was thrown from his chair and rendered unconscious.
 The deputy's body began to turn blue. Smith removed his clothing and gave lhlm strenuous rubbing. After an hours work MT. Pitts came back to consciousness but it was a number of weeks before he regained the use of hls arm. If Smith had not arrived as he did it might have been the end of the genial deputy sheriff.
Putnam patriot., 1916-09-22

hundred and fifty or more, were in at tendance and enjoyed an excellent program and entertainment provided by the committee in charge.
 The club rooms in the Auger build ing on Providence street have recently been renovated and put in excellent order The decoration committee had made the rooms verv attractive by the free use of streamers of red white and blue festaoned from the ceiling. and use of American flags on the side walls The tint of pale green set off the national colors to good effect.
 | was shortly after eight o'clock that the prosram was opened with short address of welcome by Armand Maenao. 5he club president who pre- sided during the evening. introduced the speakers and announced the num- bers of the varied program.
 Lucien Gtrard sang The Clink of the Misers Gold. a bass solo accom- panied on the piano by Michael Daigle The number was well re- ceived
 Rev. Charles F. Bedard made an address in which he congratulated the members on their fine rooms and their fraternal spirit The Reverend gentle mans dog had followed him to the hall and he said that the animal came uninvited but seemed to so thoroughly enjoy it that he hadn't the heart to put il out He spoke of the purpose of the club as aA. athletic organization and the fact that on health and physi- cal developments of the body depended 10 considerable degree the mental and spiritual development of the mind. Apsiause followed his remarks.
 Henry x. Benoit. treasurer of the club. made the chief address of the evening and held the close attention of those present for half an hour. He touched on the good the club was ac-
Putnam patriot., 1916-09-22
Forestry Association at Wolf Den

The Connecticut Forestry Assoeia- ton will be held at the Wolf Den, Sat urday, Sept. i23d. The program will include the following speakers:
 Professor James W. Tourney, presi. dent and director of Yale ForestSehool
 Dr. w. E. Britton, state lentomolo- gist, and Irving G. Davis, assistant entomologist, on "Gypsy moth com trol.u
 Dr. George P. Clinton on "White pine blister rust"
 Chester E. Child will open the dis. cussion on appropriation for state for- ests, followed by w. o. Filley, state forester.
 People are looking forward to this occasion with unusual interest and 8 large attendance is expected. Come and bring your friends. Lunch on the basket plan at II 80, speaking at l.30. Trains from Putnam at 9.26 and l0.S3. Bus from Pomfret Station for those going by train. Those wishing trans- portation from Putnam by automobile or bus should confer with Frank w. Barber or Mrs. Mary B. Medbury.
Putnam patriot., 1916-09-22

posed of Pierre Bonin, David Breault, Lucien Girard. Lionel Charron. Aldeor Guertin Henry Benoit and Alphonse Breault Decoration committee: Michael J Dalgle. Arthur Broduer Lueiea Gifard. Joseph Beaudoin James Charron. oscar Bouthilette.
 The c. A. c.
 The Canadian Athletic Club, com prised of the younger French Can adlan citizens of Putnam. was formed September 4th, 1898, by six energetic young men who doubtless at the time did not realize the importance of the organization they were founding. The first meeting was held in a room in the rear of Joseph Lapalme's grocery store in the St. Johns hall building and officers were elected as follows: President, Michael Magnan: treasurer, Victor Auger secretary, Napoleon Dufault. The other charter members were: Hildage Broduer. Armand Mag nan ana ADert klYard.
 No sooner had the organization of the club become known than it began to attract members and in 1901 the club took quarters in the Auger building on Providence street The club soon outgrew these quarters and removed to the St. George building and at one time there were 300 mem- bers enrolled.
 In 1911 the club again removed to the Auger building as a number of the members dropped out as they grew older
 At the present time the club is again becoming active, and. as said by the secretary. hope soon to increase their membership to such number that larger quarters can be secured.
 The club has held a prominent place in the athletic sports of the town When baseball died out and remained dead for a number of years, the club brought the sport back to life and soon developed a great deal of inter- est in the game again. But it was the old story. the fans demanded better and better material and soon the old team with Dave Magnan pitcher Hororius Magnan catcher and an in and outheld of club members began to give way to out-of-town talent The club finally entered the Eastern Con- necticut league and the name c. A. c. was dropped and Putnam substituted But the credit of reviving the sport is due to the club
 In the basket ball field the club also flourished and had several fast teams. For a number of winters it furnished the only athletic diversion in the city.
 It also brought out wrestling and boxing and stood at all times for clean, manly sport. To the club is due the credit of putting life into athletics of all kinds in Putnam when they were on the wane.
 The club also numbers some good dramatic talent among it's members and has presented a number of pleas ing stage productions. It has been a live organization from the start and aside from its athletic ventures has afforded a pleasing social organization for its members. May the club have the prosperity that it deserves
 The club numbers among it's past presidents. Michel Magnan. Godias Rivard. A. A. Broduer. Honorius Mag nan, ovila Guertin and it's present president, Armand Magnan.
 The present officers of the club are: Magnan. president: David Breault. vice president: Henry N. Benoit. treasurer: Aldor Guertin. cor responding secretary: James J. Char ron, financial secretary.
Putnam patriot., 1916-09-22

language, in keeping with the rest of the program. This added to the eve ning's enjoyment materially.
 During the evening music was fur nished by Fish's orchestra. The or ehestral numbers were well rendered and as a singing orchestra it was far above the average. The orchestra also played some catchy airs and late metropolitan successes for the dance numbers.
 Refreshments of ice cream. cake and fruit punch was served
 Among the past presidents presen. were Michael Magnan, A. A. Broduer and Honorus Magnan.
 Among the guests were Rev. c. F. Bedard, Postmaster Alex Gilman. Joseph St Jean. an old member. Frank H. co''dier. Rosario Lacroix. and A s. Macdonald of the Patriot" There were also guests from Worcester and Southbridge.
 The reception committee was com