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Connecticut western news., 1917-12-27
CANAAN

Any person desiring to join the Choral Society should hand their names at once to the Secretary. Joseph l.. Parsons. First rehearsal Tuesday evening JanuaIy Sth, and names of new members should be in hands of the Secretary, by Saturday January 9th in order that arrangements may be made for testing of voices before first rehearsal.
 Alanson Cook of Ccpake spent Christmas at JamCs Graney's
 Miss s. J. Roraoack is confined to her home, the result of bad fall rr- ceived in her homo.
 MT. and Mrs R. ". Du1rett are spending the holiday with relatives in Dover, N. J.
 Miss Katharine Quinn of Boston and James Quinn Jr. of Fittsfeld were Christmas guests at James Quinn ST s.
 Miss Elizabeth Newton of New York city is spending the holidays with her sister, Mrs. R. D. Peirce.
 Miss Mary Ward of Stockh, idge is visiting her sister, Mrs. Fred Moran.
 Wilbur Stowe of South Kent is a guest at Gilbert Fitch Sr's.
 MT. and Mrs. Geo W. Hall were Christmas guests of relatives in Falls Village.
 Postmaster and Mrs. E. l.. Roberts entertained Mir and Mrs. E. 5 Roberts and Miss Minnie Briggs of East Canaan on Christmas.
 Mir. and Mrs. Charles Roberts spent
Connecticut western news., 1917-12-27
WAR SAvING GS.

"War Savings Stamps mark an
 epoch in our national llfe". ".-Secre-
 fary of the Treasury McAdoo.
 Many successful business man
 has said that the saving of his first dollar vas the most important single ct of his life: that it marked the be- RAning of habit and course of con- xnst to whict'he attributed his success.
 Something very analogous to this. 1t is believed, is going to be the effect sn the American nation of the War Savings campaign. Not only are mil Hons of individual citizens going to Eegin to save. but this habit of eoono- .y snds ndssavingsis.going to be colleo- tdvesmoyement. .amovement not of in- Sividuals, alone but. .oflthe Nasion. .sa sas
 .'The habit of saving formed now has Rdeeper4 4incenrive.than ordinary. ,Nwe are csaving now..not....alone for. ..selfish reasons. i've are saving. now from pa triotism. saving not alone for ourselves but afor. .our. .country.a The combination
Connecticut western news., 1917-12-27
CONNECTICUT NEWS. THURSDAY DECEMBER 27 1917

sals were held in Canaan and three at Norfolk. The percentage of attendance rhia year was 89.6 figured on the new uniform system, system of which we heartily approve ana which has filled s long-felt neeC. We compliment President Jones on his successful solu- ton of this problem. Except for the perfect attendance at the joint rehear sais, the highest percentage was 96 per cent on the last rehearsal in Canaan.
 The season for the CanRan chorus began under the direction of Frank Kasschau of New York, who came tt us stranger, but who speedily won the regard and enthusiastic coopera on of all because of hls own en. husi- asm for the work, bis earnestness, hI
 thorough musicisnship and efficiency
 We are glad to express our apprecia- tion of his fine work with our chorus. Later Mir. Mees came to us. 1t was the first time that the Canaan chorus had been under MT. Mees' training, and we found him just what you all had found him. conductor of marvellous ability. He began by complimenting the work of MT Kasschau ar d pro- ceeded at once with that thoroughness which is characteristic of him to pre- pare our chorus for its part in the Nor folk festival, and we felt that be had succeeded. The Canaan chorus was chosen to sing in the "King Olaf, and beautiful work it IS. It seemed to me that the seasons concerts were the most remarkable ever given, both because of the high quality of the chorus work and brcau>e of the ppre cedented array of new compositions and other events Of musical interest. When in the history of music have go many new compositions, of very high order received their initial renditjons under the direction of the composers and with such perfect orchestral finish? We do not know what the verdict of history will be, but it seems as though the Norfolk festival of 1917 would be "writ large" ir its annals.
 Canaan has Liberty chorus made up largely of choral union members the surmise that he was given a royal welcome. From the Canaan chorus, John Armstrong is in France and Stanley Mather is in the navy, while Irving Sanford who Lad been a mem- Der for several years and was trans. ferred to the Torrington chorus in the middle of the season, is in one of the training camps. The future of the Ca naan chorus looks bright.
 . l have already attempted to express my appreciation of the Litchfield County Choral union but in closing I would like to add simple word of thanks to MT. and Mrs. Stoeckel for their unfailing kindness and their in- numerable kindnesses to my family and myself, for the many happy and unique experineces while enjoying their generous and gracious hospitality and for all the joy and inspiration of which they were the ultimate source during 13 happy seasons in the choral union life. May the richest blessings of heaven be theirs and may their gracious work continue to prosper in their hand. d.-Winsted Citizen.
Connecticut western news., 1917-12-27
THE SEASONS GREETINGS.

To tine patrons of this paper, readers and advertisers alike, who by their combined support have helped to make this paper one of the best weekly newspapers in the state of Connecticut, we, wish happy and prosperous New Year and in the line of resolutions, we resolve to continue to give you. with your cooperation, as good if not 8 better paper than ever before.
Connecticut western news., 1917-12-27
PERFECT ATTENDANCE
List of Pupils Neither Tardy Nor
 Absent Tn December.

The following pupils have not been absent. tardy or dismissed for the three weeks ending Dec. 2l, 1917.
 Grade I. E Ruth Strayer. teacher Natalie Coons, Anna Mansfield. Floyd Strsttman.
 Grade II. Anna E Waters, teacher - Carl Eunham, Elizabeth Gondelli, Annette Lansing, Marguerite Mullen, Edwin Scntt. Dorothy Tripp.
 Grade III. Martha b. Wilbur, teacher Louis DeBarbie1. Robert Durrett, David Greon, Mason Noble, Roger Paris, Frederick Reel, Louise Rhoades, Ralph Tripp. Louis Green, John Mullen, James Place.
 Grades " and V, Katherine Hamer. teacher-Charles Beilke. Marion Drumm, Mazda Johnson, Mary Noble, Francis O'Neil, Elizabeth Reel, Eu- gene Bsrreotis, Jennie Hugins, Kath. leen Mullen, Joseph Reel, Ernest Weaver.
 Grades VI and VII, Miss P. A. Still man, teacher-John Foley, Jos. Man sir, Francis Mcclure, Esther Nelson, Belva Paris, Peter Tergliafera. Rod man Bartlett, Kathryn Corcoran, Henry Dodge, James Lyles.
 Grades VII and VIII, Ellen O. Lin dell, teacher-Perry Bsdgley. Dorothy Drumm, Edith Glass, Norman Hicks, James Man ,fisld, John O'Neil. Bartley Killawee. Douglas Adam, Helen Baird, Mabel Baird, Louise Beaujon. Thomas Foley, Helen Green, Mildred Green, Thomas O Neil, Mary Perotti, Francis Place, Charles Reel, Huldah Reel, Mary Sweeney, Ellen Bartlett, Edward Donsbough.
 High School-Anna Abbe, Elsa Borg, George Corcoran, Mary Dean, ! Helen Dewey, Theodore Dickinson. William FInney, Elizabeth Lee, Edith Lindell, Mildred Mansir, Lester Place, Alan Stone, Catherine Sweeney, Florence Adams, Howard Bailey, Madeline Coe. Frank Corcoran, Louise Curtiss, Margaret Goggin, Walter Goggin, Fenn Minasci, Myra Proper. Neweile Smith, Mary Rhosdes, Doro. thy Davison, Frederick Goggin. Dora Heinz, Marjorie Johnson, Algott Lin. dell, Rosa Reel, Sara Reel, Katharine Sedgwick. Marion Werner, Ruth Fitch. Pupils perfect in attendance in the Clayton School for one term, Laurs Coon, Ruth Tinker.
Connecticut western news., 1917-12-27
WAN FED
MEN WANTED-TO EARN FROM
 $500 TO $4.0O PER DAY.

We walt some good men to earn the above wages doing underground work in our clay mine near West Cornwall. Inexperienced men can earn the lesser amount until they become experienced when they with other experienced men will get s4. co for hours work.
 Beds and lodging free together with clothing to wear underground.
 Bring your blankets and board your. selves until we get our Boarding House finished when you can board for sl. co per day. Write, telephone or apply in person to
 CORNWALL KAOLIN O.,
 West Cornwall, Conn. Tel. 45-6. Cornwall
Connecticut western news., 1917-12-27

of patriotism and thrift''is indeed, going to make the War Savings cam. paign an epoch in our national life. It is not only going to be thing of tre- mendous benefit to millions of citizens, it is going to be thing of tremendous adva ntage to the Nation as a whole. and affect our whole national life. + marks rhe beginning of new era in
 American life, an era of economy, gooi sense, and patriotism
Connecticut western news., 1917-12-27

The village snow blow is a great convenience after heavy snow storm in making travelling much easier, but is noticeable fact that many people
 cave all the "Shoveling" to this blow. There is no better way to show our civic pride and neighboriiness than by clearing our walks of snow and ice, which is not only a nuisance but a menace to safety of pedestrians.
Connecticut western news., 1917-12-27

this movement, the widespread interest in the concerts, the growth of taste and musical culture. the improvement in voices, the development of congre- gational singing all these tangible re. suits, besides that moro intangible re- suit in community breadth, self-res- pect, morale. I am sure that people are more eager to live in Litchfield county than formerly and far more reluctant to leave. aE3 sa1yM
 I hope you will forgive me for talk ing 90 much time in expressing my personal appreciation and in singing my swan song, as 1t were. If you would all surrender your time co me, it still would be too sho,t in which to express all think and feel-if could so express myself. &~Y sN
 The Canaan chorus had an enroll ment of 96, a number slightly undor that of previous. years. Twenty rshear-
Connecticut western news., 1917-12-27
METHODIST EPISCOPAL OHURCI

METHODIST EPISCOPAL OHUROH
 Order of Services Sunday, Divine Worship and Sermon, 10:30 A M. and 7:30 P. M. Celebration of the Holy Communion every 1st Sunday of the month at 10 80. Sunday School II :4o A. M. Epworth League Devotional Meeting 6:30 P. M.
 Junior Epworth League, Monday, S:80 P. M. -,-, - F,Sa@ -s v--s tlm Mid. week Devotional Service Thurs day, 7:80 P. M.
 A. Hamilton Nesbitt, Pastor.
Connecticut western news., 1917-12-27

MAILS CLOSE GOING N,rrn East South West 9.55a. m. S:16 m, s:16 a. m. 11:00 a. m. $40 D. m. 3:35 D. m 2:35 D. m. GAO p. m. MAILS OPEN FROM North East South West Oo m s15 a. m. 10:30 a. m. 9:15 a. m. g.f5 n. m 11:5Oa,m 7:I5 D. m 2:22 D. m
 7:80 D. m-
 Mail closes on Route No 1, R. F. D. at 9:3O H. m., and return 3:30 D. m. For Scuthfield and Mill River, Mass, at 1. p. m.
 E. L.. ROBERTS P. M
Connecticut western news., 1917-12-27
PILGRIM CHURCH.
Congregational

OOHBIOSuVIVuhA Rev. Ralph M. Timberlake, pastor.
 Sunday Services.
 10:30 a. m. Public Worship. A ser. mon of the New Year. Memory. Hope and Work. Sermon to Young Folk, "The Sentry.
 1l:45 a. m. Sunday School. Brother. hood Glass topic. Realizing the King. dom of God on Earth". Leader MT. George s. Mather.
 6:45 p. m. Christian Endeavor, Topic, Planning for the Future" Leader Miss Ruth Peirce.
 The Annual Church Meeting will b, on Thursday, Jan 10th.
Connecticut western news., 1917-12-27
Test of Spruce Gum,

The test of a good chew of spruce gum is first in the taste, then in the color. If tpere is no trace of turpen- tine In the taste-not more than an agreeable bitterness as the lump Is frs: crushed In the mouth, then it Is good gum. If, after a few minutes chewing, the cud shows a pinlish law ender shade, then it is perfect gum.
Connecticut western news., 1917-12-27

At this time of the year, when we are taking inventory of our goods, why wouldn't it be good plan to take in- ventory of our friends, charge off some of their shortcomings and give them creidt for their virtues?
Connecticut western news., 1917-12-27
Pillows.

Pillows for use on shipboard, made of a light and waterproof material by a Maryland inventor, can be attached to a person to act as life preservers more quickly than the usual devices.
Connecticut western news., 1917-12-27
TO RENT

FOR RENT-House and barn with ls acres of land. Will rent the whole or any part of this land with house and barn. O. K, Badgley. TO RENT-Unfurnish rovms to rent, 2 to room apartments, or entire lower floor, with use of steam heat. Mrs, s. O. Beckley, Canaan.
Connecticut western news., 1917-12-27

Terms of Subscription: One Year, $200; 6 months, $1.OO.
Connecticut western news., 1917-12-27
TAE EwS' AGENTS

TAE NEWS AGENTS gxtra crnfes of The News sale a' th' office of publication and at DempsAv's Drug Store, Canaan,
 Post flee. East Canaan.
 Posl Office, Falls Village, et George T. jonnson's Store, Norft lk A l.. Dickinson. Salisbury
 J. w Morgan, Grear Harrington, Mus.
Connecticut western news., 1917-12-27

A. W. AROUSE, Managing Editor
The Hartford republican. (Hartford, Ky.) 18??-1926, 1917-12-21

1t is the farmers duty to himself
and to his country to do his best.
In this connection, mention should be
made of Farmers Week" to be held
at the Agricultural College at Lex
ington January % to February =.
This will be a series Of meetings of
various farmers and breeders assoc
Citations of Kentucky In addition,
the college will provide II most in
structive set of demonstrations and
lectures that will be Of great help
to farmers in their efforts to produce
maximum crops next sumer.
There will be competitive shows
OF alfalfa. corn, dairy products and
women's work
Everybody is welcome. Every
thing is free
The Hartford republican. (Hartford, Ky.) 18??-1926, 1917-12-21
ALIEN ENEMIES RECEIVE
FAIR TREATMENT AND PAY

The interned Germans at the sta
ton at Hot Springs, n. c., are net
prisoners of war. They comprise Of
hcers and crews OF the German 1er-
chant vessels which were held in
the United States ut the tine Of the
declaration Of war
These aliens receive ne funds frsn
the Government except csmpensaties
for labsr actually performed. These
engaged in construction work get $2e
month, with an additional IS to
for.msn. Interned officers have net
been permitted to receive fron any
source more than SIC a month and
crewmen not more than IS. Receipts
in excess of these amounts are placed
10 the credit of the aliens in banks.
Three plain but substantial meals
ar. prepared each day. There is ne
waste, the same measures OF economy
and conservation which are being
urged upon every American house
wife being practiced at Hot Springs.
The Hartford republican. (Hartford, Ky.) 18??-1926, 1917-12-21
ChamberIain's Tablets.

Chamberlain's Tablets are intend
Eilliousness and constipation, ami
have met with much success in the
treatment of those diseases. People
who have suffered for years with
stomach trouble and have been I'M
able to obtain any permanent relief,
have been completely cured by the
use of these tablets. Chamberlain
Tablets are also of great value for
biliousness. Chronic constipation
may be permanently cured by taking
Chamberlain's Tablets and observ-
ing the plain printed directions with
each bottle. m
The Hartford republican. (Hartford, Ky.) 18??-1926, 1917-12-21
WHAT CAUSED FOOD sHoRTAeE7

Herbert Hoover, u. 8. Food Admin
iSTator, says Shers have bsen tive
piRicipat reasons 10 aeeoHst for ths
present food shortage. First, tie "sn-
kindsess OF nature" including ths late
spring, droSghts, hurricanes. pOsr con-
diaoas OF rainfall, aaexpectsd frssts
and periods OF intense heat In sessions
throughout the world.
Second, Ne gives "redssed Prodss-
tivitS of the 500 In Hsrofe." Concern
ing this, Hoover says: "'RtAs sOndi-
uss has bees brought absut by bad
management, snskiued work, and lack
OF fertilizers; aud these in turA eiR
be explained by the Withdrawal OF men
from farm aud field to army and fac
tory. and the employment on the soil
Of overworked women, snssllled old
men and listless prisoners. Further
more the vicious submarine has sunk
boat after boat filed with nitrates
and fertilizers, eonspiring to augment
the pauperizatiOn Of the earth, so that
reduction in sold productivity was in
evitable."
The Hartford republican. (Hartford, Ky.) 18??-1926, 1917-12-21
Farm Department

pense. Rat holes may be permanent
ly closed with a mixture of cement,
sand. and broken glass, or sharp bits
OF crockery or stone.
Wooden Dwellings May Be Protected
On a foundation like the one de-
scribed above, the walls OF . wooden
dwelling also may be made rat-proof.
This space between the shestins and
lsth. to the height of about q foot,
should he filled with concrete. Rats
can not then gain access to the walls.
and caa enter the dwelling snly
through doors or windows. Screen-
ing all basement and cellar windows
with wire netting is q NEST necessary
precs utioa.
In both city and country, wssdea
floors Of sidewalks, areas, and porch
es are commonly laid upon timhers
ON the ground. Under such doors
rats have a safe retreat from nearly
all enemies. The conditions can be
remedied in towns by municipal sc-
tion requiring that these doors be
replaced by others made of cement
Areas or walks made OF brick are Of
ten undermined by rats and may be-
come as Objectionable as those of
wood Wooden floors Of porches
should always be well above the
ground. =,
The Hartford republican. (Hartford, Ky.) 18??-1926, 1917-12-21
CLEAN FLUks WITH
OLD BATfaNsus

State FIRE marshals sad others have
recon- meAded, as a remedy for sooty
chimneys, that a discarded dry-cell
battery thrown into the stove or fur
mace supplies sufficient zinc to do the
trick. There is nothing much more
useless seemingly than one of these
used-up batteries and the suggestion
will no doubt meet with hearty ac-
ceptance, II no battery is available,
a small piece OF scrap zinc will answer
the purpose. The elimination of SCOT
from chimneys is one OF the most eff
fectlye remedies for shingle-roof
fres--next to replacing the combus-
tible roof with some material that is
6reproof or fire-resistiye. Rough
Notes.
The Hartford republican. (Hartford, Ky.) 18??-1926, 1917-12-21

A busheI Of corn will buy more ter
tilizer now than IL would in 1914.
Every purchase must be considered on
the basis Of relative values rather
than dollar values.
The high quotations for spring fer
tilizers have caused many farmers to
ask whether it will be possible to use
fertilizers at profit next season. The
answer to this question may be found
by comparison of the relative pur-
chasing power OF crops before the war
and at the present time.
In 1914 the usual corn fertilizer cost
sol per ton. Today the same fertilizer
costs around So per ton--an increase
of so per cent. In 1914 corn was
worth about 90 cents per bushel, TAX
ing the country over. Today it sells at
not less than sl.30 per bushel, on the
farIh-more than 100 per cent increase.
The same calculation could be made
for wheat, potatoes, or almost any
other crop excepting in the case Of
those fertilizers containing pOtasD.
Each individual farmer has merely
TO consider whether fertilizers paid
before the waf; il so they will pay
even better now.
The Hartford republican. (Hartford, Ky.) 18??-1926, 1917-12-21
Rat-PrOOf Homes.

In constructing dwelling houses III"
additional cost of making the iouh-
Stations rat-proof is slight, compared
with the advantages, says a recent
Farmers Bulletin of the Uniteh
States Department of Agriculture
House Rats and Mice" The cellar
calls, says the bulletin. should nave
concrete footings, and the walls
themselves should be laid In cement
mortar. The cellar floor should ne
OF medium rather than lean concrete
sgen old cellars may be made raj
pfsof at comparatively small ex-
The Hartford republican. (Hartford, Ky.) 18??-1926, 1917-12-21
ARMIES ARE NEEDED AT, HOME.

II this war is to be won, we shall
have to put several armies in the held.
the army OF soldiers in the trenches.
the army OF food producers in the fur
rows, the women's army Of food con-
servers, beating back the attacks OF
that world-Old camp follower of war
famine, and a patriotic army of civili-
ans In the business and political
world. = The Banker-Farmer. Oct,
1917.
The Hartford republican. (Hartford, Ky.) 18??-1926, 1917-12-21

Ciore IL known the country over as
successful grower OF show corn.
He has been successful competitor
at great majority of the National
Corn shows that have been held in
this country. Mr.. Clore is now Treas
urcr of the Federal Land Bank To-
Gated at Louisville.
In addition to Judging the corn,
Mr.. Clcre will give an address be-
fore the farmers on Corn Growers
Day. His subject will be Cora
Day. His subject will he Corn I'm
proyement Work" He will also dis
cuss the advantages OF the farm loan
act"
The Hartford republican. (Hartford, Ky.) 18??-1926, 1917-12-21
Children Cry
FOR FLETCHER'S
Q ASTO r ! a.
RURAL CARRIER EXAMINATION.

The United States Civil Servic.
Com IN ission has announced an exam
nation fer the County of Ohis, Kes-
lucky, 10 be held at Hartford AID
Beaver Dam. on Jan. IL, 1919. to
ill the position Of rural carrier At
Reynolds Station aud Csntsrtswn,
and vacancies that may later occur On
rural routes from other pest sGces
in the Aforementioned county. The
examination will be spea snly to male
citizens whs are actually dsnisiled
in the territory Of pest saRcs in the
county and whs meet the ether re-
suirsnsnts set forth in Fern Ne.
1877. This fern AID application
blanks nay b obtained frsn the Of
6ces mentioned above or frsn tao
United States Civil Service Csnnis-
sisn at washington, D. C. Appli-
hsuld be forwarded to the
Commission at Washington at the
earliest practicable date.
The Hartford republican. (Hartford, Ky.) 18??-1926, 1917-12-21

Failure to insuiats the bottom Of
the hive largely offsets the vaius Of
insulation around the hive in the out
door winterins Of bees, according 10
the Chief OF the Bureau Of Entomol-
ssy of the United States DEPARTING eat
of Agriculture. Experiments con-
Quoted with number Of insulated
hives showed that much heat was lost
from the unprotected hive bottom.
Beekeepsrs have repeatedly claim
ed that excessive insulation is even
more detrim entail in winter than in
sufficient insulation, because Of the
failure OF the colony to warn ap On
bright days. Ts test this theory, q
colsny was packed in the fall with
lS inches Of sawdast sn all sides,
top and bsttsn. Temperature res
srds were made at frequent intervals
every day throughout the winter asa
spring. The colony remained in tx
cellsnt condition in every respect
throughout the winter, being little
affected by high winds, and after
brood rearing began IL built sp with
great rapidity. Then, to continue
observations On the eject Of insuia-
ton on the building vp Of the cslsny.
the packing was allowed to remain
all summer. Except fer the inpes-
sibility OF manipulating the colony, IL
remained in excellent condition. 1t
seems clear, therefore, that beekeep-
ers need not fear detrimental results
from abundant insulation at any sea-
son of the year.
The Hartford republican. (Hartford, Ky.) 18??-1926, 1917-12-21

A splendid premium list has been
prepared for the State Corn Sho"
this year, and classes have been 80
prranged that any corn grower has
a chance to compete successfully In
one or more classes. Many OF the
prizes are of exceptional value. and
well worth the best efforts of anyone
TO win. For instance. the sweep
stakes prize for 10 ears OF corn Is
worth about SIS. The special prize
for 3 ears Smelling the largest per
centage of grain is worth SIS. In
the other classes proportionstely as
rooo premiums are provided.
The show will be judged by Mr., l..
L. Clore, Of LsPorto. Indiana. Mr..
The Hartford republican. (Hartford, Ky.) 18??-1926, 1917-12-21
CROP PRICES and
DOLLAR VALUES
Commodity Prices Are High, but Crops
Are Hipher-The Dollar Is
Cheap.

When Is a dollar not a dollar7 Re
lative values shift so rapidly these
days that u dollar has no definite
value, 1t is merely a question Of how
much Of the commodity you want, you
can get for the commodity you have
TO exchange--whether that commodity
be labor, live stock. corn or wheat.
The Hartford republican. (Hartford, Ky.) 18??-1926, 1917-12-21

Cereals sss ether feed should be
k.,t in glass jars Or tin Sans when
ever psssisls This will keep rats,
siss. ssS vsr8ia away.