New Britain herald., 1916-09-26

would spring up like mushrooms and liquor would be sold as freely as ever, while the town would forfeit the revenue it now obtains from licenses.
 The only contest between town Of f1cers seems to be that between w. J. Johnson and w. c. Hart for first se- lectman. The latter is doing consid- erable work and is hopeful of getting plurality. The republicans have a substantial majority in Plainville and the outlook is naturally favorable to the present incumbent of the office.
 Court Imposes Fines.
 Ben Woolhouse was fined $3 and costs yesterday afternoon after he had entered a plea of guilty to the charge of stealing a ham from the home of Antonio Silvrio Sunday. Woolhouse gained admittance to the house while Silvrio was being tried for selling liquor without license. He was ar rested by Railroad Officer Charles Grace.
 Frank Sheriden, arrested by Officer Mar1no Sunday, was also put to plea. lie was charged with intoxication. Justice COndell, before whom he was arraigned imposed @ fine of $2 and costs.
 Foresters Make Merry.
 Members of Court General Law ton, F. of A.. had a most enjoyable social session following their regular meeting in Grange hall last evening. At the business session the officers for the ensuing term were installed by District Deputy William Foran.
 The Foresters will make an effort during the winter to increase their membership, and at the %smoker'' held in connection with last nights meeting a campaign for this purpose was inaugurated. An entertaining pro- gram was furnished and lunch was served.
 Funerals Tomorrow.
 Funeral services for Mrs. Frederick Ii. Kenney, who died yesterday, will be held tomorrow afternoon at 3 o'clock from her home on Washington street. Rev. F. L. Grant, pastor of the Congregational church, will of fciate. Interment will be in West cemetery.
 The body of s. R. Hart, formerly of this place, will be brought here to-
  initial services will be conducted at the grave in West Cemetery after the arrival of the 1:2O train from Yon- tor of the Methodist church, will off, ficiate.
 Vacancies Filled.
 Acting on the instructions of the caucus, the republican town commit tee has nominated Rev. F. l.. Grant and George A. Case for places on the board of library directors, and their names will appear on the ballots with those of the other candidates. Both MT. Grant and MT. Case have served on the board and have given efficient service.
 Brief Items.
 Friends of MT. and Mrs. Vining Belden, who were married here last Thursday rendered them a miscellan- eous shower last evening at the home of the brides mother in South Man chester. The young couple received many gifts.
 Mrs. John F, Graham and son have returned to their home in Bantam, after a two weeks visit with rel atives on Pierce street.
 Vincent Glynn of Pierce street left today for Washington, D. C., where he will resume his studies at the Catholic University.
 J. Howard LaField has accepted a position in the Trumbull Electric company's plant.
 Miss Anna Murphy of Whiting street returned today to Milford where she will join her class in Laurelton hall.
 Miss Margaret Farrar of North Washington street is home from Pittsfield where she spent two months with relatives.
 A son was born September 10 to MT. and Mrs. Emmett Greasy of Sche- nectady N. Y., form erly of P1ainville. Before her marriage Mrs. Greasy was Miss Rita Thomas.
 Constable Henry David has pur- chased a farm on North Washington street from Mrs. Clayton Foster.
 Mrs. Frank Gilbert of Mountain View, will entertain the Martha Sew ing circle Wednesday afternoon.
 James Foran, clerk at Frisbie and Hemingway's store Is on his vacation. B. C. Nichols of New Britain, Is sub- stituting during his absence.
 MT. and Mrs. Harold l.. Newell have moved into Mrs. Frank Wheel CTS house on Broad street, where they will make their home.
 The General Merchandise as we'll as the Insurance business conducted by Marshall P. Ryder. will be conducted in the future by his estate.