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Putnam patriot., 1916-07-07
PUTNAM MAN
Injured in Webster. Brought Home by
 Doctor
Jumped from Freight Train and Foo
 Caught

Arthur Pitcher, 30, is at his home on Cleveland street in the north end of the city suffering from injuries reeeiv- ed Sunday when he fell from the side ladder of freight car near Webster.
 Richter sustained a disloeated right shoulder, lost two lower left molars, suffered three inch confused laeeFa- ton of the scalp at the top of his head, a broken nose, one inch cut under the nose two cuts under the upper lip and deep gash in the left shoulder.
 Ritcher boarded the freight in the yards at Putnam and rode as far as the scene of the accident. He claimed the train began to slow at the curve, and his attempt to jump was unsuc- eessful, because his left foot caught in the ladder, throwing him to the ground.
 Dr. Joseph C. Sullivan was sum- moned and Richter was removed to the emergency room at the Webster police station where he was treated.
 The injured man showed gameness by refusing to take ether and allowing pr. Sullivan to treat the injuries with out anesthetics. "Go right ahead, '" said Ritcher, aI don't need to take ether as 1 am not hurt badly. You can get me in shape anyhow so that l will be clean and look respectable. 1 boarded the freight down at Putnam and rode as far as North Webster, and lost control of myself when my foot caught in the ladder, in the attempt to jump to the ground
 Ritcher, after treatment by Dr.Sulli- van, was removed to his home in Put nam, by automobile. His condition is serious, although his recovery is ex- peeted.
Putnam patriot., 1916-07-07
willimantic, June 2S, l916.

EDITOR PUTNAM PATRIOT: A large and appreciative audience listened to the lecture by pr. VaIeria II. Parker at the local town hall on Monday evening last, and her subject, "The Story of Life" was given an admirable treat ment before a mixed audience. Many expressions of approval were heard and intense interest was created. l feel that many thanks are due the Put nam friends who, by furnishing testi- monials and notices, helpedLvery ma teriaIly In bringing this talented spea- ker and her vital subject before Will limsntie audience. A general interest was awakened here lin this important phase of social work which issso s1c- cessfully carried on by the Connecticut Society of Social Hygiene.
 Very cordially yours,
 MRS k. F. WHITMoRE
Putnam patriot., 1916-07-07
Cracker" is the New Pony's Name

In the Wheelock barn on Church street is a fine little pony and it's name is Cracker. It is the pony that was awarded Miss Elizabeth Wheeloek in A voting contest and she is delighted and quite satisfied with her new pos session. The children of the neighbor. hood have viewed it with green eyes and Miss Elizabeth has had to promise them all rides. When asked if she had named the pony the owner said uYes. It's name is Cracker. l named it that because il came on the Fourth of July"
Putnam patriot., 1916-07-07
K. of (. Work 3rd Degree

Two hundred and fifty members of the Knights of Columbus gathered at Owls hall Sunday afternoon to witness the working of the third degree on class of l5 candidates. The work was effectively done by Narragansett Coun- cil degree team of Westerly. The work was praised by the visiting of- .ficers. Those present iwere State De- putty James Cronin of Ne" Haven, and District Deputies John F. Hen- non of Jewett City and Thomas Berth of Wilimantic. There swere many guests from out of town.
Putnam patriot., 1916-07-07
A GOOD TIME
Big Business Mems Outing
Large Gathering on Shores of Webster
 Lake July 18Th

Plans for the combined outing ot the Eastern Connecticut Development committee, comprised of boards oi trade in Norwich, New London, Dan. ielson, Wilhmantic and Putnam, the Webster Dudley Chamber of Com. merce, the Southbridge Board of Trade and the Connecticut State Chamber of Commerce association, to be held on the shore lof Webster Lake, next Thursday have about been completed One of the largest: gatherings of busi- ness men ever held in this section of New England is looked for and tickets are selling fast.
 Secretary C. J. Hartman of the joint committee has announced that the ca tering contract has been awarded to Max Walker steward of the Aaron club of Hartford. The plan is for a regular Rhode ,Island shore dinner with many extras.
 The plan for special train has been abandoned and most of the guests will make the trip in automobiles. The route from Putnam will be marked by red arrows. The menu will be as fol- lows:
Putnam patriot., 1916-07-07
fitehburg Girls Rounded Up by Anxious
 Parents
Had Been Hanging Around Railroad
 Station

Two girls, one IA and the other l6, who were in Putnam the greater part of last week and spent much Of their time hanging around the railroad sta tion, have been taken to their homes in Fitchburg by their fond parents.
 The mother of one of the girls came 10 Putnam and inquired of the police for her daughter. Captain Ryan learned that the girls had left by troll lev for New London. shortly after the mother of one girl left on the trail of her daughter the father of the other girl appeared and was also sent to the old Whaling City.
 The apprehension Of the girls at New London shows that they continu' ed 10 make their headquarters at a railroad station the following being inc story from that end: New London, June 3O-
 Policeman James Sullivan was ae- costed at the Union station by wom' an who said that her daughter, Viola Hickey, had run away from home on Wednesday in company with another girl by the name of Alice Lacarte' They were thought to have gone te New London, and she gave the of1lcei a description of her daughter and the Lacarte girl.
 Just before that Policeman Gaffney had had his attention attracted to twc young girls occupying seats Tn lht Union station who were in the compa nv of a young man. His suspicion' were aroused by the actions of the giris and their escort.
 Mrs. Hickey's description fitted th' two girls and he took her into the sta lion and asked her if one of them "s' her daughter. It was her daughte and she took both girls in tow, pun dled them into an automobile ahe started for hoEle.
 A few minutes later man approach cd the officer and told him that h' was looking for his daughter, Allc' I.aearte. He was informed that Mrs Hickey had beat him to It and ni daughter and the Hickey girl ha' started for home with Mrs. Hickey o' automobile.
 The man was furious and told th offlcer that he wanted his daugnte arrested. He was quietly told by in officer that he had received no instrnc tions to arrest her and the man wen of in a huff.
Putnam patriot., 1916-07-07

co worker in the schools, but he is not 10 be blamed for accepting the position that was offered him at the liberal in crease in salary.
 I would take occasion to express my appreciation of the excellent spirit Of teachers and parents and pupils dur ing the year. For the board, indiyidu- ally and collectively, I would express the hope that our future dealings may be as pleasant.
Putnam patriot., 1916-07-07
Suffrage Notes
Mrs. W. ]. Bartlett Presides

The following article in the Hart ford Courant describes the suffrage convention in Rockville last Friday at which Mrs N. J Bartlett of this city was the presiding officer:
 1.-The county conference of the Con- necticut Womens Suffrage Associa- tion, held in Rockville, Friday morn- ing and afternoon, was an enthusiastic gathering of representative women of the towns in the county. The hall was tastefully deeoratedVwith the sui. frage colors. Mrs. A alter ]. Bartlett, lecturer of the Putnam grange, opened the meeting as temporary chairman at II o'clock. She introduced during the course of the conference the following speakers: Mrs. George II. Day, Mrs. Edward Porritt and Mrs. Thomas N. Hepburn, all of Hartford, who set forth their clear, concise and sincere messages to the women of Holland county. Mrs. Hepburn explained The Connecticut women's standpoint in desiring the vote, while Mrs. Day gave detailed report of the sufiragists' ef- forts at the republican convention at Chicago.
 Misses Dofcas and Ruth Bartlett, daughters of Mrs. Bartlett, sthe chair man, both talented musicians, enter tained the women with several selec- tions. Miss Doreas Bartlett rendered several vocal solos, accompanied on the piano by her sister.
 In the evening Mrs. W. D. Aseough of Hartford, who made tour of the equal suffrage states some time ago, addressed an audience at the Palace theatre
 Ballouville Is to have suffrage meeting next week. Wednesday ev- ening, July l2th, members of the Put nam Equal Franchise League and of the Danielson League are planning to go over in automobiles and hold ral- ly in Blackstone hall
 Equal suffrage will be discussed at n meeting in the Woodstock Swedish church Tuesday evening, July llth. The meeting will be under the auspl. ces of the Woodstock Equal Franchise League Of which Mrs. l.. k. Rollins is president.
Putnam patriot., 1916-07-07
Fell on Sidewalk. Taken to Hospital

Peter Quigley, mill operative of Woonsocket, was overcome at Bug bees corner, Monday morning, and fell striking his head on the pavement. He remained where he fell until some- one passing ran to his assistance and a crowd gathered. pr. Morrell was summoned and ordered the man re- moved to the hospital for examination and treatment. Al the hospital il was found that aside from a cut on his forehead he was uninjured and after the wound was dressed he left the in- stitution.
Putnam patriot., 1916-07-07

been married IA years and have four children. His wife testified that her husband although he earned good wages when he was not drunk, failed to give her enough to support the family with.
 The man plead guilty to both charges and was fined s and costs of $S 09 on the first count and sentenced to 50 days Tn jail on the second. If, however, he can raise bond Of .So0 to insure the support Of his wife for 6 months, Morin will be allowed to go, and the sll.0a on the first count will be remitted. He was given Zl hours to try to find bondsman.
 John McNslly andsPatrick Rodgers were before Judge Fuller Tuesday morning charged with intoxication. MeSaIiy was found guilty and sem tenced to fine of sl and costs of 90 .09 all of which was remitted except Sl. Rodgers was before the court for the first time and in view Of this and the fact that il was holiday, the case against him was dismissed.
Putnam patriot., 1916-07-07
CLAM BAKE Clam Chowder
 lDnIOnS
Radishes

RadiShes unions Steamed Soft Clans Special Sauce
 Especial Baked Sea Bass
 Baked Irish New Potatoes
 Baked Lobsters Tomato, Cucumber and Lettuce Salad
 White and Brown Bread
 1-2 Spring Chicken Baked
 Watermelon
 The outing will be held rain or shine and a large tent will be provided in case of rain. Badges will admit to boat rides in the largest boat on the lake and to bath house privileges. Tickets may be had at the Chamber of Commerce rooms, the Patriot office, Savings bank. individuals will also have them for sale and any member will tell you where to get one. It will be time worthy of special effort to participate in.
 It is expected over 300 will be pres ent. Norwich and New ,Lendon have called for 250 tickets, Willimantic 100, Webster 150 and 100 are expected to go from Putnam.
 No tickets eau be bought after July s
Putnam patriot., 1916-07-07

A class of thirty.one was graduated from Grade ' on the afternoon of June 9, and a class of thirty weight from the high school on the evening of the same day. The high school class would re- feet credit on any high school and the influence of many lof them by their quiet industry and excellent spirit will be missed.
 During the year that has just closed there have been few instances of lack of friendly feeling among the teachers, and fewer instances than usual of lack of loyalty to and willingness to CO., operate with superior officers. and the i superintendent. When a teacher feels that he or she cannot cooperate with a superior officer, it is high time for that teacher to resign from the teach ing force. Unless there is complete understanding and loyalty, the best results cannot be obtained.
 In some respects notable improve ment has been made during the year. | The work of the seven lower grades | has been more carefully systematized and still more careful work plan is | General teachers meetings have been | fewer than usual, for it has seemed better to take teaching problems ,up | carefully with the teacher or teachers | directly concerned, rather than to talk l to two or three teachers in a gathering of twenty or more.
 In the high school 1 would especial ] ly mention the great improvement in the commercial department under Miss Lewis. The various courses have been l greatly strengthened during the year. ! The various high school departments have been kept up to their usual high standard and the discipline has, be- lieve, been better.
 The loss by resignation of Miss Mill dred B. Pierce of the history depart. ment and of Miss Gertrude Shepherd of the French and German department is, of course, to be regretted. Miss l Pierce is a teacher of ability and en- thusiasm who is improving and she can be depended upon to do highly satisfactory work anywhere. Miss Shepherd is language teacher of ex- eellent preparation, teacher who, with little added experience, will be an addition to any high school teach. ing force. I am very sorry to have them leave, but do not blame them for being attracted to larger field with the additional emolument.
 Few changes have been made in texts; some changes are needed and notably in arithmetical text. Few changes have been made in method few were needed. Some changes have been made in disciplinary oversight' they were needed.
 In the elementary grades, Miss Mil dred K. Durfee, who had taught in Grade at the Israel Putnam school during the year, resigned to teach in the schools of Winchester, Mass. Miss Jennie C. Johnson, who had for two years taught in Grade at the Israel Putnam school, resigned to be mar ried. Both proved faithful and loyal during their employment in oul schools.
 AS this report is being prepared, am informed by Superintendent W fl
 diner of the Apponang, k. l., schools that Herman F. Driggs, who has very creditably acted as principal Of ths Israel Putnam school for the past twS years, has accepted an election as prin cipsl Of the grammar school at Appo naug. This creates a vacancy in tbs principslship of the Israel Putnam school. MT. Driggs has been capable
Putnam patriot., 1916-07-07
Summer Carnival

The officers of the Ladies' Social Circle are arranging to hold q carnival on Grove street about the middle of July. Watch for further notices.
Putnam patriot., 1916-07-07
July Weddings
Wade-Ellls

Wilfre d Wade of East Killingly, and Miss Lemyra E. Ellis of this city were united in marriage Saturday evening at six o'clock lby the Rev. F. D. Sar- gent at the Congregational parsonage, leaving on the evening train for bri- dal trip. MT. Wade is employed in the freight department of the New Ha- ven road in this city, and Mrs. Wade has been clerk in the office of the city water department.
 .LarOse-LeClair
 Edward Larose, son off MT. and Mrs. Damasse Larose and Alphonsine Le' Clair, daughter of MT. and Mrs. Pros- per LeCiair, were married Monday morning at St. Mary's church by Rev. C. F. Bedard. They left at one o'clock for ia wedding trip after which they will live in this city.
 QuigIey-kelley
 The wedding of Miss Annie Cecilia OuigIey, daughter of Mrs. Frank Frag- ano of Pomfret Center, and Hugh hel- ley of Norfolk, Mass, was lcelebrated at a nuptial mass at the church of the Holy Trinity, Monday. Rev. J. J. El- ty officiated and music was rendered by male chorus under the direction of Miss Byrne. The bride was attend ed by her cousin, Miss Claire5Regis Driscoll of Boston, and the groom by James Edward Murray of Putnam. The bride wore white satin and her veil was fastened with orange blos- soms. She carried shower bouquet of " hite roses. A weddings breakfast was served sby a caterer, Ii. F. Meye- hardt of Wilhmantic. The guests en- loved vocal solos by Miss Claire Dris- coil. and piano solos by Miss Isabelle O'Brien of Boston, also dancing on the lawn. They received many beautiful gifts, among them two chests of silver MT. and Mrs. Kelley left in the alter noon for a trip to Portland and Oldor- ehard, Me. They were followed to the Putnam station by an auto full of the young people who footed horns and showered them with confetti.
Putnam patriot., 1916-07-07

A social for members of the Nom- ans Relief Corps and their friends will be held at the home Of Mrs lah KIebart, South Main street, Friday af- ternoon, from to o'clock.
Putnam patriot., 1916-07-07

William Wright ot the Harvard Medical school has been the guest Of his mother, s.ss. E C. Wright.
Putnam patriot., 1916-07-07
New Telephones

Fred Bruce, 97 Elm street ,a lso i B. H. Tefft, West Thompson ioo oo- r ! $. Kaminsky, l60 Providence st Zo'-o
Putnam patriot., 1916-07-07

Miss Florence c. Sargent is to take A summer course ,at Columbia Uniyer- sity.
The sun., 1916-12-03

many as the revision OF the Bible did
to our fathers. So | am not altogether
surprised that some IL that feeling IL
found among Americans"
But the Athens under remodelling
will be, as has becu explained. a dis
tinctly modern and juvenile Athens,
alteration OF which in conformity with
the classical ideals will be the reverse
of a sacrilcge. l'rof. Mawson and his
clients no more contemplate a chang
ing Of the treasures upon the Acropolis
than the lapldary would contemplate a
change Of the koh-i-noor, were he
commissioned to give II IA new setting,
THE problem" says Prof. Mawson,
"!s one of removing the modern accrc-
tons which at present dcsecrate the
Acropo'is hill, and of rcmode.ling and
extending modern Athens in n manner
which will prove a commercial success
The sun., 1916-12-03

about the famous Tai Mahal, In Agra.
was cleared under the direction OF
Lord CurZon.
1t is this feature OF the project which
appeals most forcibly 10 popular
imagination-the renovation OF the
ancient city suggested by announce
ments Of Prof. Mawson's work.
when ! returned from Athens" he
ays land first announced the fact to
some OF my journalistic friends In
London they at oncc scented copy
and the copy lay in the popular in
credulity that Athens. Ancient
Athens was to be replanncd on mod
crn lines.
Their scent for copy was album
dainty rewarded. The daily and eve
ming newspapers were fun of it from
John o. Greats to Lands End. The
very idea seemed as out of place to
The sun., 1916-12-03

arms and has since taken infinite
trouble to give me all tho help and en-
couragemcnt OF which he thought |
stood in need. In passing ! may say
that both of us in OH personal rcla-
tons have 50 far forgotten our nation
alitics that neither has lScn able Ia
work up that degree of hatred which
in these days is supposed to he the
proper and patriotic attitude of mind.
"Only a few weeks Ago | received "A
charming letter from this famous
archaologist. who has promised to give
me IA criticism of my report on the re-
planning before its publication IN l:u-
| rope and America.
"The Atl,cnian ideal was the out
come Of a deeply :ol!giuus ur mystic
cast of thought. which read into events
and into all things in nature II Spir-
! ituaiizcd meaning, the foundation OF
The sun., 1916-12-03

and at the same time interpret the
spirit Of the ancient life.
81 recognize that Athens Is a world
possession in which every scholar has
a vested interest. which he must guard
with the utmost jealousy. In this
connection 4, may interest you to know
that Immediately after receiving my
commission ! was asked by the Queen
OF Greece where and how ! proposed
TO begin my work.
81 replied. i am hoping to begin by
carrying "A letter of introduction from
your Majesty to the senior archHolo-
sist in Athens
well done said the Queen. You
evidently realize whore your troubles
may begin
1.-THE result was that I carried n
letter to DIR. karo of the German
school, who received mo with open
The mirror. (Stillwater, Minn.) 1894-1925, 1916-09-28

championship of free verse must
be bestowed. Leave France at
peace with the burden of war, and
do not saddle her with the support
of verse cults of who's maternity
she is innocent.
For the present great impetus
given to public interest in poetry
and verse, however, France is
largely responsible. Indeed, in all
matters literary France stands to
the modern world in much the
relationship of Greece to the west
ern world of old, and of Persia to
the eastern, encouraging, succor-
ing, sustaining, both by precept
and example. France gave the
world modern drama, though the
greatest modern dramatist is an
Englishman. France and Edgar
Allen Poe gave the world the
short story. (This sounds strange,
the coupling of an individual with
a nation, but is literally true. }
France developed the novel, for all
the world to see and admire and
COPY. And though France has
never produced a world-poet, yet
she has given the world nearly all
of its recognized verse forms.
The mirror. (Stillwater, Minn.) 1894-1925, 1916-09-28

papers does not pretend to be a
poet, nor does he claim any ex-
tensive critical ability. With the
mechanics of verse construction.
however, he is thoroughly familiar.
and the intent of this series of ar
ticles is to present to readers Of
the Mirror, studies in the construc-
tion of verse, in simple language,
and with illustrations taken more
or less at liberty from poets and
versifiers of recognized ability.
The scope of the studies is as vet
indefinite, but it is intended that
they shall cover such purely tech
nical subjects as meter, the foot,
rhythm, rhyme, assonance and
ALTERATION, sound and movement,
tone color, metrical Irregularities,
stanzas and stanza grouping. the
latter to 90 as extensively as
practicable into the common verse
forms used in English poetry,
verse, and song writing.
1t is not the aim of these papers
to make poets. No one can do
that. What we may do is show
one possessed of poetic talent how
to express his thoughts in the
most graceful manner.
NONRESIDENT Constructive Studies in Verse;
by the above contributor, will follow in future
issues of THE MIRROR. For the special benefit of
our inmate readers who are interested in the
study of, and composition of verse, these little
studies will be welcome and helpfal-(Ed.)
The mirror. (Stillwater, Minn.) 1894-1925, 1916-09-28

In so far as the English language
is concerned, we have but two
recognized verse forms not derived
directly from France; the epic,
modelled after the ancient Greek
form, and the sonnet, from the
Italian. So it was in France,
more than in any other one coun-
try that the love Of verse was kept
alive and vigorous, and it was
from France that the present day
impulse to verse cultivation
spread outward.
1t is a commendable impulse.
No man can study verse without
broadening his culture, extending
his views of human nature and
social inter relations, developing
his power to see, to appreciate, and
to express the beautiful, in
thought. in word, and in deed. To
study poetry is to love 1t; to love
poetry is to desire to express ones
self POLITICALLY; and while this lat
ter fact is commeDdable, per Sc,
its method of application in all
cases is not necessarily so, for
many who have the desire are
lacking in knowledge of how to
achieve it. The writer of these
The mirror. (Stillwater, Minn.) 1894-1925, 1916-09-28
ContruCtive Studies in Verse
INTRODUCTION
By Bean Esprita

by bean ESpf1tG
An eminent French philosopher,
and critic of no mean standing, re-
Gently attempted to demonstrate a
relationship between the world
wide re-awakening of interest in
poetry and the unsettled political
conditions existing to a greater or
less extent in all nations today. In
broad and sweeping statements he
claimed that this fresh interest in
poetry Was a single phase of a gi-
gantic social revolution now in
process, destined before its COM
pletion to re-organize the whole
existing social fabric, politics, in
dustry, government, literature, art.
education. thought. This is a very
suggestive theory, revolutionary
in itself; one which by its nature is
impossible of decisive demonstra-
tion at this time; more than a
speculative proposition, perhaps,