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The Arvada enterprise. (Arvada, Colo.) 1908-1970, 1917-12-06
Semper Siftings.

Miss Christina Hocckcl, and
Mrs. A. w. Hull, of Denver, and
Mrs. r. E. Murray and Joseph
Esslingcr, Sr., were entertained
lavishly Thanksgiving day at the
John Wock residence at a Jack
rabbit feast.
Miss Patricia Hatfield, who
holds position as head nurse in
st. Luke's hospital in Denver, was
visiting relatives at the Hatfield
ranch Monday of this week.
Don't forget the basket social
given at the Sempcr school house
Friday evening of this week. The
proceeds of this social will buy
playground necessities for the
school and a large attendance is
desired.
J. +. Wick and family motored
to Brighton and return on Sunday
and visited the Geo. A. Rave fam
'ly. Several of the men folks
vent on a rabbit hunt in the vi
cinity OF Kiowa, Colo.
The patrons of Sempcr school
enjoyed the fine school entertain
mcnt Wednesday afternoon of
last week at the school house. Re-
freshments were served by the
ladies' present.
The Visiting club will meet
with Mrs. X. ]. Vaughan Thurs
lay afternoon of this week.
Joseph Esslingcr Sr. has pur-
chased a house for his farm which
he recently bought near Standlcy
Lake. where he will reside in the
near future.
J. +. Wick is cxcavating a two
and onc-half acre plot OF ground
preparing it for a reservoir site.
The Arvada enterprise. (Arvada, Colo.) 1908-1970, 1917-12-06
Unknown Man Killed
Near Senpel


Last Saturday noon Conductor
Whiteford, in charge Of an inter
urban electric car on its way to
Denver, noticed what appeared to
be the form of man lying prone
on the Colorado & Southern track
at a point about a quarter mile
north Of Barzoi crossing.
Upon investigation he found
that the man had apparently been
beating his way on a freight train
and lost his balance, falling un-
der the train and being killed.
The coroner at Golden had been
notified and took charge of the
remains. The dead man had had
his right arm taken off previous
ly at the elbow and the major por-
ton of the body had been run
over by the car wheels and death
must have been instantaneous.
No marks or other means OF
identification could be found or
the person and it is presumed tina,
he was an ordinary tramp beat
ing his way through the countr,
on train.
The Arvada enterprise. (Arvada, Colo.) 1908-1970, 1917-12-06
Ray Brown Seriously Injured.

At just 7:l5 last Saturday
morning a very serious but lucky
accident occurred to Ray Brown
as he was engaged in running the
gasoline engine on the A. NJ. Con
over ranch, four miles east OF
Bloomfield. which has been used
in supplying the power for a hay
bailcr which A. NJ. Conovcr has
been using in baling several tons
of alfalfa hay.
All day Friday Ray had cxpcr-
fenced some difficulty with the
old clutch slipping and Friday CIV
cning Ray and his father repaired
it and in trying it out the first
thing Saturday morning. it rcfus-
cd to act in a satisfactory man
ncr. No one else was close to
the engine and in some manner
Rays clothing became caught
from a cotter pin in the fly wheel
which was making approximate
ly ESQ revolutions u minute.
Just as Ray cav that he was
Caught he yelled and it was
two and a half minutes before A.
NJ. Conovcr arrived on the run.
and although he did not under
stand how to stop the engine or
fly wheel. he managed to do so.
but In the meantime disastrous
happenings occurred to Ray as he
was being hurled round and
round.
BY this time three or four other
men had responded to Rays cries
for help, and as his clothing was
The Arvada enterprise. (Arvada, Colo.) 1908-1970, 1917-12-06
Daisls Opens Real Estate
Office in Denver

w. T. Daigle. who for seven
years has farmed his neat little
farm at Oderon besides farming
and experimenting the extensive
improvements made by the Ober-
on Land Company, has opened
an Office in room 5 on the ground
floor Of the Boston Building. in
denver. for the purpose Of hand
ling the remaining choice gar
den tracts. Everyone kno Tvs
Mr.. DaiRle to be q good, square
fellow, Is he has furnished all
the neighborhood with ice for
several seasons. His reputation
for honest dealing has won him
many friends who will wish him
success in his new venture. Any
one desiring to purchase a small
tlact for I slightly home will do
we'll to see.Alr. Daigle. See hil
advertisemeut elsewhere.
The Arvada enterprise. (Arvada, Colo.) 1908-1970, 1917-12-06
Fremont Grange Free Dance
Unique Musical Entertain
ment and Oyster Supper

On Thursday. December 18th
the Fremont Grange will give All
oyster supper for the benefit OF
the Grange at its hall. beginning
at ! p. M. Admission, including
supper. ?jc. Patrons will enjoy
an evening OF music and dancing
at the close OF the supper. The
guests will have an opportunity
To hear for the first time one of
the noted Hobart NJ. Cable player
pianos, furnished for this occasion
through the courtesy Of the
Knight Campbcll Music Co. A
number of good singers will add
their share to the enjoyment OF
the evening. A feature of the en-.
tertainmcnt will be the accompan-
imcn,s Of the Hobart NJ. Cable
player and its splendid dance
music.
The Arvada enterprise. (Arvada, Colo.) 1908-1970, 1917-12-06

cut from the wheel, he sank limp
ly to the ground, though he was
still conscious, which frame of
mind he has maintained to the
present time.
Hurried calls were made for
DIR. Porter from Lafayette and DR.
II. ID. Tlmore from East Lake,
both doctors arriving at about the
same time, and agreed, though
Rays conditions was considered
serious, that the best thing to do
was to take him to Denver hos
pital.
No time was lost in getting the
injured man to st. Luke's hospi-
tai, where DR.. Mcknight, after
taking an Xray photo of Rays
leg, pronounced it compound
fracture of the left limb above the
knee.
But this did not trouble Ray
near as much as the hundred or
more vcrp painful bruises about
the groin, left leg, and on other
parts of his person, and much
credit is to be given Ray in bear
ing up under the most intense pain
and suffering he must have en-
durcd.
Ray obtained no rest at all Sat
arday or Sunday nights in the
hospital, and at noon Monday it
was reported that he was resting
as easily as could be expected.
The best of care and attention is
being accorded him, but it will be
several weeks before he will be
able to be out from under the doc
tors care.
Ray Brown is popular in young
society circles in and around
Broomfield, and his many friends
will be surprised to learn of his
sad misfortune and hope for his
speedy recovery.
The Arvada enterprise. (Arvada, Colo.) 1908-1970, 1917-12-06
Broomfield Buds.
d. Il. PORTER, Special Correspond
enl for Br0Om6eld aud vicinity.

We are sorry to report that tho
little baby Edward, son of Mr.
and Mrs. Harry p. Shaw, was O,
the sick list the fore part of las,
week, but is improving at last re.
ports.
The following scholars of Dry
Creek school have been neither
absent or tardy during the month,
of November: Ella Mite, Lucy
Smith, Mary Bonar. Ruth West,
Fances Miller, Rose Clare McKin-
ney. Tom Bonar, Alvin Sorenson,
Carl Paulson, Glenn Smith, Cine
Crawford and Clinton Lamb.
]. w. kalberer lost a fine two
year colt last week from sickness
on the Pcase ranch.
Harry P. Shaw. manager Of the
Broomfield Garage, announces ne
has recently instalicd a new air
compressor in his garage for free
use of all patrons Of his garage.
Anything in the line of tires,
tubes, spark plugs or oils, gaso-
line. or repairs of any kind. Tel
ephonc Bloomfield 81. First-class
work guaranteed.
All r. r. ID. carriers and their
substitutes. whether members of
an association or not, are cordially
invited to attend our state con
The Arvada enterprise. (Arvada, Colo.) 1908-1970, 1917-12-06

Rev. Chas. G. Williams.
The Arvada enterprise. (Arvada, Colo.) 1908-1970, 1917-12-06

vention in Denver on New Years
day, and District No. 4 meeting
in Longmont, Colo, February
~, 1918.
The Thanksgiving ball which
was recently held in Broomfield,
proved a huge success, there be-
ing about 40 couples present, all
REPORTING having spent most de-
lightful evening.
Regular Grange meets Friday
evening of next week, December
l4th. All Changers are requested
to be present as business of inn
portancc demands our attention
Grange drill team meets Tuesday
evening of each week.
Everyone is invited to attend
the Sunday school at 10 a. III. and
preaching at II a. III. Sundays al
Warren chapel. Also the Sunday
school at p. m. and preaching
at 3 p. m. every Sunday at Yves
ley chapel. Rev. ]. L. Glass, pas
tor.
Thanksgiving day was celcbrat-
ed in true Thanksgiving style at
the J.. Muhlstein ranch last Thurs
day. The Louie Altman family,
besides several relatives and
friends of the Muhlstein family,
had been invited, and all spent a
grand time feasting on roast tur-
key and duck.
G. A. Graves accompanied by
]. G. Woods and ]. c. Broughton
and son Robert, motorcd to the
Platte Valley near Hardin, Colo,
spending Saturday and Sunday
shooting ducks, returning with a
few cotton tail rabbits and few
ducks.
Harry p. Shaw, wife and baby,
to Livcrmorc, Colo, 26
miles west of Fort Collins, Sat
urday, on duck hunting expedi-
ton, returning home Sunday cv-
ening. We will let Harry tell how
many ducks nc shot and brought
home.
Mrs. ]. G. Woods spent the
weekend visiting relatives and
friends in Denver. ]. G.. Woods
father is spending a few days this
weeks visiting at the Woods res
idencc.
f. ]. Jones and family motored
to the Andy Docffler ranch near
| ongmont, Sunday afternoon and
return.
Private Albert Smith was vis-
i'or in our midst Thursday, Fri
day and Saturday of last week,
relatives and friends, re-
turning to Camp Funston from
Denver Sunday at 1 p. M.
Miss Frances Cron and Mr..
Russell Ridgcdalc were married
at Craig. Colo. a week ago last
Thursday. 1t will be remember
ed that the bride and groom are
old time rcsidcntcrs of Bloomfield
and their many friends of this
section wish them a long and
prosperous life together.
The Arvada enterprise. (Arvada, Colo.) 1908-1970, 1917-12-06
N. E. Church Notes.
Sunday. Dec. 9th

Sunday, Dec. 9th.
10 .. m. Sunday school. A
large attendance last Sunday.
1t 10 good to see whole families
attend the Sunday school.
ia m. sermon. Subject
The Only Thing That Counts. I"
Bring somebody to hear this SER
mon.
$50 Epworth League. Great
report from Fifth Ave. Come
next Sunday. "Epworth Her.
aid Night. I" Scriptures, Jer. 81;
6; Rom. 12;45.
7:90 p. m. Sermon Subject:
Repentance. Except Ye Repent
Ye Shall All Likewise Perish, "
Jesus said. A cordial welcome
10 Ill.
The Arvada enterprise. (Arvada, Colo.) 1908-1970, 1917-12-06
Presbyterian Church Notes.

Presbyterian Church Notes.
10 q m Sunday School with
classes for oil grades Bible class
for gr0wn.ups.
II q m Regular preaching SER
vices.
Gas p. m. Christian Endeav.
or.
All who. do not worship in
other churches are most cordially
invited to share in the worship
Qnd work Of this church.
Don't forget the Bazaar and
supper given by the Presbyterian
Ladies Aid on Dec. 14th, ut
Barth's Hall. Menu chicken
fricasses. hot biscuits, mashed
potatoes. cold slaw. pickles. jelly
apple aud pumpkin pie. coffee.
All for Sc children under IL
26c.
Rev. Chas. G. Williams.
The Arvada enterprise. (Arvada, Colo.) 1908-1970, 1917-12-06
Will pay market pric, for
poultry and will call for same.
Miller Roberts. Phone A 1OJ.
PAID
Job for carpsntsr.

Job for Carpenter.
Johns father left his watch for
John, aged six. to take to the jewelers.
to be hxed. as the case would not stay
closed and the crystal WINS broken.
When the jeweler nsked him what he
wanted done John replied: Put In q
new window and shut the door,"
New Britain herald. [microfilm reel] (New Britain, Conn.) 1890-1976, 1917-11-01
MONITOR is MISSING.
Noted Cruiser Breaks From Moorings
and All Trace Is Lost.

Lost: A perfectly manned river
cruiser, named the Monitor, the proud
possession of Ofhcers Charles john
son and Herb Lyons of the local po-
lice department, which, in some I'M
accountable manner, has broken from
its moorings on the Connecticut river
and from last accounts was headed
toward the Baltic sea. Long Island
Sound or the Park river. On learn
ing of the disappearance of the ia,
nous liner the local minions of the
i law lost no time in starting in quest
of 1t.
1.-THE disappearance of the Monitor
is the second within a few days, the
craft In some way escaping from its
drydock few days ago. but was
later found by the able seamen.
Whether or not some OF the Kaiser's
spies have. conf1scated the cruiser for
war service Is not known and Bill
Hohenzollern may have instructed his
agents to secure tho craft at any
cost.
New Britain herald. [microfilm reel] (New Britain, Conn.) 1890-1976, 1917-11-01

seems that some time ago George H.
Baldwin, q coal dealer in Berlin, Of
Tered to furnish coal to consumers In
this city for q dollar a ton less than
1t could be bought here. For un-
known reasons his supply Of coal was
shut OF when 1t became known that
ne was selling coal in New Britain Mt
a price less than the New Britain men
were getting, 1t IL said.
MT. Sullivan asked Mr.. Christ II he
thought it was good idea to have
a purchasing agent for the city. Mr..
Christ replied that the project had
been discussed several times but &C
ton had never been taken. The chair
man OF the committee was of the
opinion that 1t Is too late in the year
for such a move and the committee
wants to set price on all coal to be
sold during the winter months. He
added that the purchasing agent
scheme never had met with any great
favor in the common council.
I'm other words, they talk for the
peoples benefit and act for the bene-
fit Of business. Mr.. Sullivan curtly
commented. sa
After Mr.. Sullivan, who had the
pleasure Of firing the first and last
shots In an effort to bring down the
high cost of living. and especially the
exorbitant price asked for coal. had
stopped talking. the meeting was ad-
journed and the committee went into
executive session. It has been unof11-
cially stated that the price for coal
will be set this week.
New Britain herald. [microfilm reel] (New Britain, Conn.) 1890-1976, 1917-11-01
Two CENT POSTAGE
GOES ON ITS WAY
Three Cents Necessary to Send
Letters Out Of City T..

At 10 o'clock tonight, the two cent
become thing Of the past. and in
it's stead the three cent fee will be
required on all such mailing matter
leaving the city. The increase will
also become effective on postcards
which have heretofore been forward
ed for one cent. They will cost two
cents. All mail forwarded up to 10
O'Clock tonight will go under the old
cent rate. Postmaster w. r. De-
laney said today that he estimated the
increase In postage would increase the
900 to $4,000 extra each year that It,
is effective. ss-
An important change has been
made in the parcel post matter for
the American Expeditionary Forces
In France. All matter thus desiE-
mated up to Z pounds will be accept
ed at the office. Parcel post exceed
Ing pounds and up to 20 pounds
must be forwarded to the command
ing officer at Pier No. /, Hoboken. N
J.. and will be cared for through the
war department.. Such matters must
be placed in wooden boxes with hinges
on so AS to permit inspection at the
pier and across the water.
A change in the parcel post stamps
will become effective December 1.
when an additional cent will DO
charged for every 26 pounds or frac-
ton thereof A revenue stamp must
accompany the regular stamp. The
new stamps will be procurable at the
post office. In order to avert any
misunderstanding. the sender Of each
package will be required to place
his initials on the stamp. also the
date.
Postmaster Delaney took occasion
today to emphatically deny the report
spread broadcast throughout the city
that In the future only one delivery
would be made by carriers. due to
the inadequate working force. He stat
ed that while the force was not as
large as he would like to have 1t,
under no circumstances would he cur
tail the delivery of mail.
New Britain herald. [microfilm reel] (New Britain, Conn.) 1890-1976, 1917-11-01
HIGH SCHOOL NOTES.

The High school gymnasium was
the scene of a very successful mas
querade dance last evening given by
the Commercial club About 100
masked members were present. A
long program of dances was carried
out. after which Abel Gross, chair
man of the committee, dressed as a
United States soldier, led the grand
march. After the grand march all
unmasked. Music for the dancing
was furnished by Nina Butler L. APP
pei and L. Minor. The patrons and
patronesses were Vice Principal and
Mrs. J. c. Moody, Prof. and Mrs. Paul
Dillingham;, Misses I. Atwood, 8.
Fritze and Ilga Harvey.
The flag over the High school was
put at half mast yesterday morning
In memory Of Howard Kline, and will
remain so until the funeral this at
ternoon.
The regular football squad will
play the second string men at Walnut
Hill park Saturday morning.
Cards announcing the football
game to be played with the Hartford
High. Nov. 10, were distributed yes
terday. 1t Is expected that q record
breaking crowd Of local rooters will
accompany the team to Hartford. to
cheer Macristy's men to victory.
Although the exact date of the New
Haven game has not been announced,
several parties of young men at the
school have arranged to charter q
number Of auto trucks to make the
New Haven trip. s
The, debate held yesterday as to
whether or not class day should be
abolished at the school resulted in
victory for the negative.
At the next meeting of the debat-
ing club the following topic will come
up for discussion: Resolved, That the
presidents cabinet should be con-
suited on all matters pertaining to
the powers of the president.
New Britain herald. [microfilm reel] (New Britain, Conn.) 1890-1976, 1917-11-01
WISE IN PRISON
Convicted Slayer OF Mrs. Anna Tobin
Taken to Wethersfleld to Await Exc
cutAon December II. ~

cut1on December II.
William J. Wise, the waiter-soldier.
found guilty by a jury on Tuesday of
the murder Of Mrs. Anna Bacon Tobin
of this city, was removed to state pris-
on at Wethersfield late yesterday at
ternoon. where he will await hanging.
The court pronounced the sentence of
death to be inflicted between midnight
and sunrise on the morning of De-
cember IA. Sheriff Edward Dewey
accompanied the doomed man on his
journey to the institution. s@'.
Wise's demeanor throughout the
ordeal of the trial caused much sur
prise to court attendants. At times
he appeared to be the least concerned
individual within the court room walls.
A local attorney who was present In
the, room where Wise was removed to
await the verdict, was astonished to
hear the prisoner remark In an Often
sive manner concerning the summon
ing up Of the case by States Attorney
Alcorn. During the morning recess on
the last day Of the trial, with death
apparently staring him In the face,
Wise joked with friends and did not In
any manner show concern over his
position.
New Britain herald. [microfilm reel] (New Britain, Conn.) 1890-1976, 1917-11-01
OVER 81, 500 MARK.

With several young women assist
ants yet to make returns for sale of
tickets for the football game last Sat-
urday the committee in charge Of the
affair reports that over $500 has
been realised on the game. When
expenses have been deducted It is ex-
pected that over $1.100 Will be real
ICED. etop0 will soon be undertaken
for the minstrols and grand ball to DO
held during the early part Of Decem-
Der. John J. Cream, who IL in charge
OF arrangements, reports that many
OF the leading singers Of the city have
consented to take part in the over
ture.
New Britain herald. [microfilm reel] (New Britain, Conn.) 1890-1976, 1917-11-01
CITY ITEMS

Guy Hutchinson. formerly with the
Hart & Hutchinson Co. in this city,
and now located in New York. was
a visitor in this city today.
Letter Carrier John F. Burns is in
disposed at his home on Seymour
street. &' &c.,
James L. Davitt in letter to local
friend explains that he has been ap-
pointed to first class sergeancy in
the Sixty-Seventh Aero Squadron Of
the regular army at Kelly Field. San
Antonio, Texas. He is head of the
commercial English department at the
New Britain High school. and is on
leave of absence. He is also head
coach of the football team.
While driving south on Elm street
late yesterday afternoon, Joseph
Tracy. of 1925 Stanley street. turned
out to avoid striking one of the Adams
Express company's teams and bumped
into team standing on the side OF
the street. breaking one wheel on the
wagon. According to Mr. Tracy. the
express team had no light, but the
other wagon did.
Requests for bids on new fire
pump and fixtures have been sent out
ny tAO AE0 OOATO. b1OS WILL ne re-
ceived any time up to Ave days before
the next session Of the common coun.
Gil. It Is expected that bids will be
received from the Maxim Co.. the
American LaFrance Co. and the All,
rens-Fox company.
Phoenix Temple Of Honor No. 49,
will hold its regular meeting Friday
night at o. U. A. M. hall. John G.
Hopkins Of Middletown will install Of
flcers.
New Britain herald. [microfilm reel] (New Britain, Conn.) 1890-1976, 1917-11-01
TWAS HALLOWEEN
Over $500 Men Did Not Report for
Work in shipbuilding Plant This

Quincy, Mass, Nov. 1.-oncials o.
the Fore River plant OF the Bethlo>
hem Shipbuilding company were pres
pared today to confer with committees
representing striking machinists and
other employees In the hope OF adjust
ing wage differences without further
delaying the government shipbuilding
work. It was estimated that $500
men failed to report this morning.
Other departments of the plant also
were affected. It was said.
s. WV iWakenan. manager Of the
plant, expressed a Willingness to heAt'sS
the grievances Of the men. Their
chief demand, according to union
leaders, is that the company shall put
in writing and live up to an under
standing Effected some month"; age, To-
raise wages ostl1e navy yard scafe.
Charles NJ. schwab, president OF the
Bethlehem company. was expected
here today, but It was said his Nteit
had nothing to do with the strike, A.
it had been planned before the troublS.
developed.
New Britain herald. [microfilm reel] (New Britain, Conn.) 1890-1976, 1917-11-01
CIVIL SERVICE EXAMS.

Secretary F. s. Caldwell of the local
branch Of the civil service announced
today that examinations for govern
mental positions, as stenographers and
typewriters, would be held at 9 o'clock
tomorrow morning in the local Office.
Mr.. Caldwell announced that any per-
son not holding cards of application
for the places would be given the ex-
aminations tomorrow.
New Britain herald. [microfilm reel] (New Britain, Conn.) 1890-1976, 1917-11-01
THE MACHINISTS STRIKE

Policeman Draws Revolver on Crowd
OF Merryma<ers Dragging Burning
Wagons Through Smalley Street.
New Britainites celebrated Hal
lowe'en In great style last evening
when many frolics took place, the
peace OF the city disturbed and num-
erous socials and dances staged. Door
bells were rung. doors were tied and
two burning wagons were drawn
through Smalley street. Many youth
full maidens paraded the streets in
Boy Scout and sailor uniforms and the
ghosts and spooks were very plentiful.
The police were kept on the watch all
evening and one young boy was ar
rested for breaking a window In a
store in LeWitt's building on North
street.
The burning wagons on smalley
street created much excitement. The
crowd became 50 ,unruly at one time
that SupernCmerary Off1cer Twinins
had to pull his revolver and issue q
warning for the racket to stop.
New Britain herald. [microfilm reel] (New Britain, Conn.) 1890-1976, 1917-11-01
SMOKE, BUT NO FIRE.

Engine Company No. went to ons
Of the buildings on Church street
owned by George c. Rogers late yes
terday afternoon on receipt Of notice
from a passerby, who saw smoke
pouring out Of the building. Investi-
CATION showed that there was no fire,
but that the smoke was caused by
fumigation.
A rummage sale had been held IN
the building recently and the place
was being fumigated. ~
New Britain herald. [microfilm reel] (New Britain, Conn.) 1890-1976, 1917-11-01
WANTS VERDICT SET ASIDE.

Attorney Albert A. Greenberg said
today that application would prob
ably be made to Judge William S.
Case to set aside the verdict of hang
ing imposed on William j. Wise in
the superior court Tuesday. Attor-
ney Greenberg will probably confer
with the prisoner in state prison to-
morrow.