New Britain herald., 1916-08-31
MANY PRESENT AT
 RYDER FUNERAL
Business Houses Close As Mark
 Of Respect
DEMOCRATS CAUCUS DATE

IONn Hal-DInky Delayene by
 Freight Wreck-Boys' Club Annual To Hold Tag Day.
 With the majority of the stores in the busuiness district closed and many of Plainvilles leading men in at- tendance. the funeral of Marshall P. Ryder was held from his late home, 36 Maple street, at o'clock this af- tcrnoon The house was crowded with relatives, friends and acquaint- ances of the dead man, who through more than forty years residence in the village had endeared himself to hundreds There was a great pro- fusion of flowers and floral pieces from the Business Mems association, merchants and private friends of the deceased.
 The impressive Episcopal burial service was conducted by Rev. Robert H. Burton, rector of the Church Of Cur Saviour. The pail bearers were C. H. Calor, S. S. Gwillin, c. w. Hird, G. D. Mastin, F. P Frisbie and James
 
 personal friends of Mr. Ryder. In- terment was in the family lot in the West cemetery.
 Democrats Name Caucus.
 The democratic town committee got together last night at the Town hall and fixed date for the coming caucus to name delegates to the state, congressional and senatorial conven- t1ons. Chairman H. A. Castle pre- sided and it was finally voted to hold the caucus next Thursday evening, September ', at the Town hall.
 Wreck Delays Di1lky.
 A small freight wreck in the Plain vile yards opposite c. F. McCall's place delayed the dinky traffic for about an hour this morning. The ac- Cident happened about o'clock and was caused by some one throwing the derailing switch. The freight train backed down to the switch and the caboose and two freight cars were tossed from the rails. The service of the Wrecker was required and In about half an hour the cars were back on the irons again. Passengers on the dfnky from Bristol who were anxious to reach Hartford and New Britain transferred to the trolley
 Boys Club Annual
 Announcement Is made Of the an nual meeting of the Plainville Young Mems club which will be held next Wednesday evening at 8 o'clock in the Town hall The club was formed about three months ago and has been given a decided impetus by generous donations by business men and pri- vate individuals. The success of the club is now assured and quarters for the winter are being fitted up in the Town hall. Later it is expected that permanent quarters will be provided by the businessmen who are very much interested in the project.
 At the, meeting Wednesday evening officers will be chosen as we'll as an executive committee. Next Monday, Labor Day, it is planned to raise funds toward the running expenses of the club by holding a "tag day. and 1t is hoped number of Plainvil1e's young ladies will volunteer to act as "taggers.'
 New School Janitor.
 John Murphy has been chosen jan itor of the Center school to succeed l Louis J. Bevins who recently resigned. 1 MT Murphy will assume his new du- ties tomorrow morning.
 Held Class Reunion.
 Members of the Class of 1910, Bris- 1 tol High school, held a reunion last 1 evening at the home of Miss Catherine 1 Crowley on East Main street The evening was spent with music, games and refreshments and a most enjoy- able time is reported.
 Going to California.
 Lloyd Edwards, who lives at the Dwelly House and has had charge of the motor trucks of the A. H. Powell & Co.,, has resigned his posi- tion and will leave tomorrow for Los Angeles, Cal, where he has an ap- pointment in the government forestry service. MT. Edwards recently took the civil service examinations for the forestry service and passed with high average. Since his stay in Plainville he has made many friends who deeply regret that he is to leave although pleased at his promotion.
 Rev. Mcdonald Here
 Rev. J. J. Mcdonald the new cu- rate at the Church of Our Lady of Mercy, arrived here from Hartford last evening and today begins his parochial duties
 Notes.
 Edward Macarthur Is confined to his room at the Dwelly House with severe cold.
 A party of local people consisting of the following enjoyed motor boat the tour along roads not frequented by motorists. The four men are de- EirO1ia of anenri11s. fran, 4t,a aa~aa