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Putnam patriot., 1917-11-30
ENTERTAIN HOME
 GUARD OFFICERS
Reception at Home of Nlr. and Mrs. Geo,
 4. Vaughan
People of Thompson fiiil Turn Out to
 Extend Greetings

THOMPSON = The residence Of Mfr and Mrs. George A. Vaughan WAS aolaze with light last Friday evening when reception was given to the efii. cers of the Putnam Home Guard. Thompson people were invited and al. responded with pleasure. In the re- ceiving line were Mir. Vaughan, quar- termsster sergeant of the company, Mrs. Vaughan, Captain Johu ]. Mo- Garry and other commissioned and non commissioned officers.
 Following the presentation of tho guests, Captain McGarry, who is May or or Putnam, was asked to explain just what the Home Guard ot the state cise.manner. He is a good speaker and all present listened with interest, not \ little surprised to learn all of the duties to be performed by the guard should occasion arise. They are at all times subject to call by the governor.
 Hon Charles k. Sears extended hearty greeting to Captain MoGarry and his officers and made short ad. dress speaking of the importance of the organization to the community, the patriotic service being rendered by the members and the necessity for such military organization at this time. He interspersed his remarks with several good stories, one of the late Mark Twain's being especially ap- propriate.
 All were then invited to the dining room. The tnble did not evidence Hooverism in the smallest degree. It was bountifully laden and at the end of half an hour the attacking party left 1t as denuded as captured Ger man trench Gigars-GeorgeVa Vaughan perieclos-- were passed and the gath ering arose and proceeded to the living room where there was dancing, both modern and of long ago. The Virginia reel will live long in the memory of those fortunate enough to be ptesent. The soldiers in uniform and the ladies' in evening gowns made pretty con trsst. Captain McGarry and the host were right in their element. All the other participants were thoroughly enjoying themselves and the hour WAS late before the guests realized IL and reluctantly said good night to their hospitable host and gracious hostess
Putnam patriot., 1917-11-30
J0hnsor-Nolan

There WAS a pretty wedding at Holy Trinity church, Pomfret, Wednesday morning at 9 o'clock, when Miss Rose Nolan, daughter of James Nolan, be. came the bride of John k. Johnson, a chauffeur of Boston. The nuptial cer emony and mass was celebrated by Rev. J. J. Elty. The attending couple was John Slnttery of Pomfret and Miss Helena Ratigan of Philadelphia.
 Miss Elizabeth Bytne of St. Mary $ church, Putnam, was at the organ and quartette from the Nine o'clock choir, Messrs. Armand Magnan, Mich ael Magnan ,Ovilla Guertin, ,andsJ oseph Rivard sang. They renderedCremer's mass, and for the ofiertory Mi. r.Guertin sang Jordah's Ave Maria.
 The bride looked pretty in dress of white satin with overdress of shadow lace, and q white hut, ana the brides maid wore flesh coiored crepe de chine and pearl grey hat. A reception followed at the home of the brides father, where many pretty and useful presents were displayed. After a wedding trip the couple will make their home in Boston.
Putnam patriot., 1917-11-30
THREE NOVEMBER
 BRIDES
Pretty Wedding of Miss Charlotte Gas-
 coigue
Two Church Weddings
Gascoigue

The home of Mrs. Carrie E. Gas coigne, south Main street, was the scene of beautiful wedding Thursday, when her youngest dsughet Charlotte, was united in marriage to Frank !. Thorburn. The happy associations of Thanksgiving Day, which, for many years has been observed in this home as family reunion, added 10 the joy of the occasion.
 The ceremony took place at high noon in the front parlor before the French windows, which were arched with laurel, and arranged on both sides were pedestal bouquets of large yellow chrysanthemums, with back ground ofiferns, The service of the Methodist Episcopal church was reud by Rev. George n. Stanley, using the double ring ceremony, The wedding march was played by Mrs. George S. Bradley.
 The brides dress was of brown georgette crepe trimmed iu,velvet and gold embroidery, and she wore cor sage bouquet of sweetheart roses and violets. Yellow chrysanthemums and ferns were used In the other rooms and the same color scheme was carried out in the dining room, where the wedding dinner was served. Here baskets Of be.be chrysanthemums and smilax decorated the tables.
 The guests included the immediate relatives from Boston, Southbridge, Toledo, Ohio, and Putnam.
 The bride is we'll known in Putnam, a graduate of the High school, also Of Cushing Academy, and the Boston School of Domestic Science and Art. Mr. .Thorbush' home was inv oodstock Vermont, but he hns lived for number of years Tn Wellesley, Mass and is engaged in the automobile business. In the late afternoon they left for n short wedding trip and will reside in Boston.
Putnam patriot., 1917-11-30
SOLDIERS HAVE
 TURKEY DINNER
Old Fashioned Thanksgiving Meal With
 All the "FixinS" Is Served
Putnam Boys Who Couldn't Come Home
 For Holiday Seud Letters

Here is the first communication from Panama. It is from Private c, W. LsRoche, formerly employed at the City Hotel, who received PATRIOT and WAS of course interested in the soldiers, letters. He writes;
 'fro the. Editor received one ,of your papers from one of your citizens whom l knew when l lived in Put. nam in 1916 and read some of the let ters from the soldiers in France and in csmp so thought lwould write one from Panama. 1 worked in the City Hotel in Putnam, nice little town but not enough life in 1t for me, (Plesse don't get provoked1 for l like a big city like New York where l came from. Now 1 am In Panama, by what the people in the States call the great Panama canal.
 Believe me boys, if you ever join the army join the Coast Artillery Corps. II Is the hardestbut the best branch of service in the U S. Army. l have been in II for two years and Il seems but six months. There tis also more advancement in 1t than in other branches. was made first class pri. vate when l was only in six months and this month l expect 10 be made s corporal. That's going some for a raw recruit like me.
 Believe me this canal Is some piece of work and il took some time 10 build u, It's all flushed now .oniy for the slide at Culebra Gut last year. The boats are running through just the same now
 II anyone wants any pictures Of the canal write to me and l will send them with pleasure. l wrote this letter while in camp st kiameco ls- land. Hoping to see the town of Put nam soon, nm,
 Private c. w. LnRoche,
 First Co, C. A. C., Fort Amadon,
 Canal Zone, Panama
Putnam patriot., 1917-11-30
ENTERTAINMENT
 FOR RED CROSS
Gathering at Home of Hon. aud Mrs.
 Charles E. SearlS
Fine Musicale Nets s34.eo For the Cause

THoMPsoN-At the home of States Attorney, Hon. Charles k. Searls, a musicale and literary entertainment was given last Saturday evening and S14 a0 was added to the treasury Of the Thompson Red Cross. The pro. gram was most interesting Miss Jessie Russell of Massalon, Ohio, de- lighted every one with her beautiful voice. One of her songs, "The Floral Danse,n Cornish air, had never been heard here and was most enthusiastic cally received. Miss Russells accom- panist was Miss Blanche Marot, and she was wonderfully good.
 Miss Catherine Seward of Putnam was charming in her recitations and piano numbers. Thompson people heartily. appreciated Miss Seward's Kindness in helping so materially to make the evening a success. Most of them had never heard her before, but hope to many times again. They dld not realize they had so talented young lady so near their borders.
 This entertain ment was marked contrast from the one given month ago for the same cause-huA menting The Red Cross Treasury. Then, at the Halloween Party nearly everyone was dressed to represent some character and in the most ridiculous manner of dress and actions both-while this al. fair was distinctly drawing room function with the usual evening clothes accompaniment. Unless one were told one would never suspect tba, the same people took part on both occasions.
 Hon. Herbert w. Bowen Of Wood stock announced the different num- bers in his usual felicitious and agree able manner. Following is the even- ipg's program:
 Miss Janet Stevenson, Howe and
 Marot school
 Piano solo, Greig's Sonata An old Sweetheart of Mine, James
 Whilcomb Riley. Recitation with
 piano hccUn pahlbchti aSo
 crime Seward.
 Miss Jessie Russell, Group oi songs,
 Miss Blanche MaTot, aeeomP Panist
 Love Sang Song oneiief
 = craeds Sindig
 Then erien bird Sindig Recitation, Mrs. searls
 Kentucky Philosophy lnegro
 dialect
 Proposal Irish dialeeN By re
 gpass1
 rtsno solo, Brahms Raphsody Miss
 Catherine Seward.
 Song, Miss Russell
 Tae Floral Dance Cornish Air
 lfAIlthe Word Were Violin Piano Solo from Sehuman's CutnlNal
 Scene Miss Catherine seward star spangled Banner
Putnam patriot., 1917-11-30
Meeting of School Supervisors al High
 School

School committeeman, supervisors and superintendents met at the High school, Tuesday, to discuss matters relative to school conditions. Secretary Charles D. Hine of the istate board of education was one of the speakers. One difficulty experienced Is procuring teachers as many young women have been given other employment since the beginning of the war.
 A fines luncheon was prepared by the girls of the cooking classes of the school. The menn was AS follows:
 Vegetable Soup Crackers Cornmeai Bread
 Roast Beef Mashed Potatoes Mashed IurniPs
 Peas and Carrots Gurrant Jelly Celery Apple Pie Vanilla Ice %teafn
 Coffee
Putnam patriot., 1917-11-30
WORLD OF SPORTS
Boxing Fans Like Thanksgiving Card
Only One Event Fails to Go Full Distance

The 300 boxing fans that gathered in St. Johns hall Thanksgiving afternoon stamped their approval on the first card of the season arranged by Match. maker Peter Demers. All but one bout went over the scheduled distance, Jack McKenna throwing up the sponge
 in the third of what was to have been
 a sixr round preliminary.
 In the main twelve round bout Rob bic Reimier of Manchester outboxed Charles Bergen of New Haven in every round He had the reach on his opponent and shot over short left jabs New Haven boy was unnbie to block
 or duck the attack but took his medi cine. His gaminess got the crowd and they were pleased when he landed, but this was only after receiving several blows to get in one. Both boys finish.
 ed the full distance in good condition.
 The semi final was a sparring eXhi-
 bition. In the last two rounds there
 was ilItfe more Sledi1 Dut seNtfhi
 times the fans called 10 the boxers to
 mix it up. The eight rounds were run
 of without either taking or receiving
 punishment.
 In the preliminary Jack Mckenna
 of Meehanicsvile took on Robbie
 Davis of Hartford after Young Weaver had shown an injured hand that pre-
 vented his going on. This was a case
 of q young boxer against 2 veteran lighter. In the first round Davis threw down his guard and let the Mechanics vile boy beat tattoo on both jaws but the blows had no more effect on
 the veteran pug than mosquito. Davis began to ishow a little speed in the
 second and before the third had gone far MeKenns took to his corner.
 Frank Rodman, the Webster boxer,
 was the third man in the ring and John J. Breen of Webster was announc- CT and handled the crowd in the gen. tlemanly, good natured manner that
 makes him a favorite with sport lovers.
Putnam patriot., 1917-11-30
Memorial Services 5. P. 0. E.
Bradley Theatre Next Sunday Afternoon

The annual memorial services of Putnam Lodge, B. P. 0. Eiks will be held in the Bradley theatre next Sun day afternoon al 30 o'clock. The speaker will be Hon. Clifford E. Will son, lieutenant governor of Connecti. cut.
 The program twill consist of music by Fay's orchestra ol Providence, rr dings and solos by Miss Peegee of Bo,fon. The mem bers of the order will meet in the Iodge rooms and will ,n rcn to the ,theatre. The public is Invited and the gathering is expected to be a large one.
Putnam patriot., 1917-11-30

little Josie cannot have the needed artificial foot. She will be forced to go about on erutches and will be of little or no help 10 her hard working mother. She has borne her misfortune uncomplainingly. The mother, when told of what the PATRIOT proposed to do, broke down and wept for joy that the little one was to have needed as- sistsnee.
 It is planned later 10 give benefit for the fund in the Bradley theatre Manager Smith immediately fell in with the plan when it was suggested to him. Children can help. Every one may give something. Leading citizen ms have endorsed the plan. The fund has already started and it is hoped that il will grow rapidly. Sub- scTipti ons may be sent to this office. James Murray, teller of,the First Ma. tional Bank, will act ss treasurer. The ff 4,ta
Putnam patriot., 1917-11-30
PATRIOT STARTS FUND FOR
 LITTLE JOSIE WROBEl
Fourteen Year Old Girl Needs Artificial Foot
Widowed Mother With Two Children Keep
 fly Together

Josie Nrobel II, had her foot crushed about four weeks ago while picking up coni on the railroad track in the freight yard to keep her little brother warm. The childs foot had to be am putsted and she setely needs an arlifi- cial member. She is bright little girl and she and her little brother Jo. seph, aged s, have been regular attend ants at St. Mary's school. During her spare time Josie has acted as house. keeper in their home on Pow haitian street. The mother, Mrs. Annie Wro bel, who lost her husband four years ago, works steadily in the cotton mill running eight looms so that she may keep the little family together.
 The PATRIOT has investigated the ease and found it a worthy one. The little girl has won the hearts of the matron, nurses and doctors at the hos pital and they are all interested in her.
 It is the holiday Christmas season- ehildren's season, the time when 1t is delight to give and make others happy. The PATRIOT believes that there are many people inPutnam who will glad ly give something to help this little girl, who was doing her best 10 help in the home when she met with the ncci- dent through which she lost her foot. They will be glad to help the indus trious mother working hard at the loom to keep her children with her and keep them from being burden to others.
 Without the help of generous people
Putnam patriot., 1917-11-30
Putnam Grange

The regular meeting was held in Owls hall, Monday evening. During the lecturers hour fine program ar ranged by the unmarried members was rendered.
 There was vocal solo by Miss Catherine Byrne, accompanied by her sister, Miss Elizabeth Byrne. The first selection was The Rosary and flor an encore she sang The Dnwning. Both numbers were received with hearty applause.
 Robert Mcintyre read a spanish war poem, The Tin Soldier. It was es- pecialIy entertaining and he has been asked to repeat 1t at some future meeting.
 Miss Ruth Bartlett entertained with e musical monolog, Dear Little Mother o'Mine. It was Enfchased at the stifne her mother was sent to jail but was not sung in the home until her moth CTS return. For an encore she read Red Cross poem, Garry On.
 Everett E. Brown of Pomfret, astate deputy, examined the books, inspected the grange and was called upon for re- marks. His words were words of en- couragement for the grange md were based on the poem previously read He WAS glad the grange was "carrying onn it's work as he realized IL meant much more to carry 1t on In the city than in the country. In the country towns the church and the grange form most of the social center while in the city there are diversified attrsc- tions, lodges, entertainments, theatres, etc. He was glad that Putnam has grange with the members lighting for principle. He closed by reading an article, Retusr Voyage of 6 Mayho~er.
 The lecturer urged the mem bers to put their shoulders to the wheel ss the deputy had suggested.
 Miss Mabel Dupre furnished excel lepl music for dancing.
 The call for the meeting of Pomona grange, at Plainfield, Saturday, was read.
Putnam patriot., 1917-11-30
Will Have Largest Service Flag

Rev. Charles +. Bedard announced Sunday that preparations are being made to put out 4 large sefvice flag in front of the church. The flag will show 57 stars rat least for already the roster compiled shows the names of that many young men in the various branches Of the service and IL Is ex- pecled that others will be added. A roster or the young men in the service Will also be placed in the vestioule.
Putnam patriot., 1917-11-30
LAUNCHES CAMPAIGN
 OF PUBLICITY
Tells of Arrest and Imprisonment for
 Picketing
Mrs. Dorothy Jones Bartlett Addresse,
 Audience at Theatre

Mrs. Dorothy Jones Bartlett made her first pablic appearance al the Brad ley theatre, Friday evening, opening her campaign of publicity of conditions as she found them at the District of Columbia jail and the wofkhouse at 0ecequan where she was confined for a period of 50 days for pieketing be- fore the gates of the White House.
 After the feature picture ended the curtain went up and Mrs. Bartlett and Miss Catherine Byrne, chairman of the Putnam branch Of the National Woman's Party, appeared The party banner of purple, white ,and gold was spread over the small table in the cen. ter of the stage.
 Miss Byrne made a few opening re- marks during which she introduced Mrs. Bartlett. Mrs. Bartlett spoke for m hour telling Of her experiences from the time of her arrest and drew word pictures of the conditions of the penal institutions that were not credit to the officials of the District of Columbia. She alluded to the report of an investigation printed in Friday morning New York paper and branded it as biased story probably either written by or intiuented by some of the officials of the District of Columbia.
 Mrs. Bartlett reiterated the story of unhealthy conditions and cruel treat ment as already printed in the PA TRIoT and said she would continue to tell her story even If she Is returned to jail for telling these truths.
 At the close there was applause for the speaker.
Putnam patriot., 1917-11-30
Woodstock Graduates From Plattsburg
 Commissioned

Among the graduates from the train ing camp at Plattsburg last week were two Woodstock young men, John B. Healey, son ot MT. and Mrs. l.. H.. Healey, Nolth Woodstock, and Gard ner Richardson, nephew of Clarence w Bowen.
 Riehsrdson, an older man and one of previous experience, vas given 4 captainey and Healey first lieuten- ants appointment
Putnam patriot., 1917-11-30
Has Enlisted in Aviation Corps

Henry Farley, son of George Farley, 6 graduate of Putnam high in the class of 1916, and later student at the Gen. eral Electric school, Lynn, Mass, is at the home of his father here for 8 short vacation. Farley nAssjust passed the examination, and wiIlxsoon enter the army, in the aviation corps.
Putnam patriot., 1917-11-30
Bonneville -Desautels

Al St. Mary's church al o;30 o'clock Wednesday morning Avilllno Bonne- vile, son Of City Tax Collector Fred Bonneville and Mrs. Bonneville, was united in marriage to Miss Antoinette Desautels, daughter of Mrs Joseph Desautels, Marshall street. The nup tjal ceremony was performed by Rev. Adrian Dykemsn who also celebrated the puptinl mass. The bride being a member of the Children of Mary the ceremony was performed inside the sanctuary.
 The attending couple was Hermidas Delude of Woonsocket and Miss Ros- anna Dessutels, sister Of the bride. After the mass wedding breakfast was served at the home of the brides mother. Many pretty and useful presents were displayed. After wedding trip to Boston the couple will reside in Danielson where MT. Bonne- vile is employed as registered phar- macist In Burroughs drug store.
Putnam patriot., 1917-11-30

Walter Gilpatrie ,snd family, New York, Raymond GiIpatric and family and Mrs. Sarah Ross, New Britain and G. Harold Gilpalric and family Putnam took dinner with AF. and Ms. .. W. Gilpatrie Thanksgiving
 Rev. F. D. Sargent was in Hartford Wednesday to attend meeting of the sta.e missionary society.
Putnam patriot., 1917-11-30

(The PATRIOT Is glad to receive sol diers' letters to print from whoever may receive them.
 Private Arthur tsscicot of Company l., 9th IL S. Infantry, writes to his mother in Putnam. He also sends her a roll of honor done In colors, showing pictures of soldier life and bearing the roster of the company, together with q silk badge with an American flag at the top and the Star SpaneIed Banner woven into the ribbon md done in red, white and blue silk. Private ka. cicot Is at Fort 0glethorpe, Ga, He says:
 "You say you will see the Red Cross members about sending me package.
 l would be very lad if they would for 1t is quite cold here and 1t would come in very handy.
 You ask me if I receive the PATRIOT No, do not, but l would very much like to. His name has been put on the soldiers list
 In regards 10 my going home for the holidays am sorry to say that 1t will be impossible as they refuse 10 give passes am very much dissppoint. ed as I had my heart set on going. have met quite few of the Put nam boys and among them was Leon l Talbot, the one whose father keeps 4 store in Putnam.
 Life here is pretty nice and all the men are nice fellows. The Y. M. CA. is a nice place to go any time, as they l furnish us writing materials, music and motion pictures, all free of charge. That is pretty nice, isn't it' When 1 come out of the army 1 will be a Jack Of all trades, AS have been a barber, worked in the kitchen, and now am waiting for an order sending me to the post bakery, and when get through win probably be first | class baker.
 Last Sunday went up on Lookout Mountain. It is said to be one Of the finest views in the world. It was in- deed very beautiful. As soon as get the chance am going to AtIantn as it is not very far and only costs s5 one way.
 Next Sunday we are all going into the trenches for a sham battle. It will last about 24 hours and 1 think it will be full of action and 1 am sure l will like 1t veryamuch. IL is getting late and tune for my bath, not that am eager to take IL, but 1t has become | daily habit, and makes one feel good, Y i That the boys at Fort Revere had s good Thanksgiving dinner is very ap- parent from the following letter writ ten by Helika Auger:
 "I receive the PATRIOT every week. Z Thank you. 1 am going to be very busy Thanksgiving as 1 have big i dinner to serve. It would be impos- sible for me to go home that day. 1 sm getting aiong fine. Have a nice room to myself with steam heat and real bed. like army life first rate. 1 have thirty men to cook for. ] have two kitchen police working for me and only do the cooking. We
 nave pies, pudding and cake every
 day. 1 bought sO0 pounds os sugar ] yesterday in Boston. No one else can
 get sugar here but we get 1t from the
 government. l am doing the mess
 sergeant's work and buy what l want LII is pretty cold here. Give my fe
 gards 10 my frlcnds.
Putnam patriot., 1917-11-30
Interesting Locals
ADVERTISEMENT

Christmas sale snd supper by La dies Aid Of Baptist church. in church assembly room, Tuesday. Sale begins at 3 o'clock. Supper at 5:So, 5 cents.
Putnam patriot., 1917-11-30

David Carroll, Water street, has en- listed in the army He left this Friday morning for Boston.
Putnam patriot., 1917-11-30

Pomfret School students h large numbers attended the Bradley theatre Thursday afternoon.
Putnam patriot., 1917-11-30

MT. Greene Of Danielson will preach in thes Salvation Army hall, sunday at $ D. m. All are welcome,
Putnam patriot., 1917-11-30

Mrs. George Il. Nichols Of Thonp. son spant Thanksgiving with ffisnas ir Ridgewood, N j.
Putnam patriot., 1917-11-30

The menu we served Thanksgiving day was as follows:
 Oyster Stew aaltines Stuffed Olives
 Roast Turkey Cranberry Sauce Oyster Dressing Roast Loin Of Pork Baked Sweet Potatoes
 Mashed Irish Potatoes
 .Glblet Grayey
 Creamed Sweet Corn Celery Sweet Pickles Squash Pie Apple Pie Mince Ere
 Plum Pudding Oranges Apples bsnanhs Mixed Nuts Bon Bons Cigars Cigarettes
 Cafc Noir
The Dawson news. (Dawson, Ga.) 1889-current, 1917-06-19

Repon, Ala, Jan.
To whom it concern:-Ths to certify
W. A. Nall Boil my farm during the earlv
SPRING 1916 and found right if this ma
chine properly can make
good regardless of the weevi
Respectfully submitted, H. L.