New Britain herald., 1918-03-22
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spect and affection. There was some- thing wonderfully simple and straightforward about him. shall never forget his first day with us last summer. He had not been un- der our roof half a day before my wife and I knew that we were making new and valued friend.
 As for his Work--1 have seen his plays and enjoyed them vastly and l have also been privileged to see som othing of his very kindly and sympathetic relations with the the- ,atrical people. I am sure there are many sore hearts in the theaters to- day and more than one of the play CTS in his companies will feel that the best friend has gone.
 "Df his Red Cross work, l cannot write with high enough praise. He was businesslike and capable and yet full of originality and enthusiasm. don't know what we shall do with out him, but we can at least take the comfort of knowing that he went away in the fullncss Of his powers, loved by many and as truly a SaCri- flee to the war as any of the men who have died for us in France.
 "It isn't possible fully to express the extent of my appreciation of his genius, his courage, and sincerity, his unscifshness and devotion-all of the shining traits of his character but l have seen them. valued his friendship more than I could say. I received his reply to a letter a short time ago that overf1owed with his gen erous good will. How l wish I had told him all my heart held for him, and o understand the college-~werc inordinately proud of his successes. and Of his indom- itable courage and perseverance, His loss is very, very great. Be glad that he was successful in great things, and that his was a life happy in ser vice. He has left you a great heri- tagc."
 Must Appear for Examination.
 The list of the men who are to ap- pear for examination before the local board of Division No. ?. in the Cram mar school of Plainville, has been is- sued by the board, and they will be sent their notices perhaps today Those named arc to appear at 1 D. m, March 23 Those from this town certified by the board arc Jerome $. Binardo, William J. O'Brien, Den his Giana. All of those named are residents of Kensington, and none from the Berlin street side has been certified to be examined.
 Whist Club Meets.
 The last meeting for the year of the Home Whist club was held last night at the home of Mir. and Mrs. G. Cooley of kensington. A large at tendance was on hand and one of the most enjoyable whists of the season was held. Prizes were given to the successful contestants. The club has disbanded for the remainder of the to continue their activities next win ter.
 Church Supper.
 A successful supper was held last evening at the parsonage of the Kcn- sngtOn Methodist church. The wom- cn of the church had been working for some time to make this supper a success, and much praise is due them for their work Rev Carleton Hazcn, pastor, was head of the committee of arrangements, and the expectations of the patrons of the supper was more than lived up to in the spread furnished last night.
 U. S. <. Trucks on Trip.
 A fleet of about three or four large auto trucks of the United States army passed through here today on a trip, transporting large quantities ot goods to the various arms of the service Throughout this part of tho country. Each car had a New York marker, above which was placed an-