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The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1918-12-08

-HE war had its tragedies, its farces
and comedies far behind the actual
\ fronts. In the turmoil Of passions
and of beliefs set boiling by it, there we're
bound to be reactions wherever it touched
and where did it not touchR Thousands
of these will never be told; never, indeed,
be known except to the few VINO actually
experienced them.
Back of the unusual advertisement
printed at the top of this page and which
appeared recently in the personal col,
umns of all the Denver newspapers was
one Of these stories Of love and sacrifice
and daredevil courage and red-blooded
American chivalry. In all probability the
strange tale would. like those other thou
sands, have forever remained the secret Of
Just four persons in little town in the
heart of the great cattle country out IN
Wyoming had not the author Of the adver-
tisement very greatly miscalculated the
amount of curiosity his appeal would
arouse, as we'll as the sternness Of Uncle
Sans military selective service laws.
In Auburn, Wyoming-the supply centre
for some Of the Vests greatest ranching
activities and the home Of some Of its
weaIthiest cattle barons-lived at the be-
ginning Of 1917 the Manford family-a
widowed, invalid mother, her two daugh-
tiers. and her four sons, Edward, twenty
years DID, Frank, twenty-three; John.
twenty-five, and Fred, twentyseven. The
family possessed slight means, but was
widely known and highly respected, the
father having been one Of the pioneers Of
the region.
When America entered the war and put
into effect the seIective service system,
the three older Manford boys became sub
ject to the draft But all four we're equally
eager to enlist ard fight. Very promptly
they decided to beat the draft" by volun-
teering their services at once. But since
their helpless mother and their sisters
must be cared for, they realized that all
four could not 90. One must remain at
home TO earn a living.
None would yield his desire to serve. so
the boys drew lots to decide the matter.
And the older brother, Fred, was chosen
TO stay at home.
OF the four lads. Fred probably was the
most intensely eager to go and fight; but,
as he was the cashier of the local bank
and better able financially to assume the
care OF the family than any Of his brothers,
he accepted the decision and quietly sur
rendered his hopes. Edward, Frank and
John left and Joined the Marines.
Then it was that girl began to figure
in the story.
Miss June Collier. daughter of Anderson
Collier, wealthy Wyoming and Utah cattle
man, was the belle of Auburn, besides
being widely known and socially popular
in Cheyenne and Denver. The sons Of
numerous rich ranchmen and oil magnates
had showered their attentions upon her,
and rivalry for her hand had been keen.
Courtship Of her finally had narrowed
down to a close contest by Richard Nc
Queary, manager Of the large oil interests
OF his father, Samuel McQueary; Harry
Sylvester. son Of Frank Sylvester one of
the real cattle barons Of the West, and
Fred Manford, the bank cashier. And
barely two months before the three Man.
ford boys went to war Miss Collier had de-
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1918-12-08
Two Rejected Suitors the Real
American Sporting Spirit THAT
Enabled Despairing Mr.. Manford to 20
to War and Keep His Promised Bride

kept "out Of the fun" for prob
ably three or four months.
However, he had received his wounds In
the very thick Of the scrap, and had given
a good account of himself before the
boche's shrapnel had knocked him out
June Collier read that letter, and then
she made one of the important decisions of
her life. Tenderly but very firmly she told
Fred Manford that, no matter how much
she loved him, she never would marry a
man who had not donneds the uniform Of
his country in this greatest Of ali wars.
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1918-12-08

q n ! e s s he
erased the stig-
ma Of being q
i" stay-at-home, "
tn cir engage
ment must end.
In vain Fred
pleaded with
his S W e e t.
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1918-12-08

tracted widespread
attention-had been
called to the notice
of the board men,
bers. He was told
that the Selective
Service law does not
permit substitution;
therefore, he must
Putnam patriot., 1918-06-28

The state blanks are as follows:
 We favor more straight law linn iting campaign expenditures.
 We denounce the policy of the re- publican party in this state of grant ing water power privileges to private interests without proper safeguards and compensation.
 We condemn the action of the re- publican party in so changing the civil service laws of this state as to render them a fitting instrument for partisan purposes and we favor re- storation of the civil service law enacted during the administration of Governor Baldwin.
 We approve of increased expendi- lures for the treatment of tuberculo- sis and believe in the wisdom of in- creasing immediately the capacity of the existing state tuberculosis institu- tion."
 A party of women dropped suf- frage flag over the gallery rail as the platform was being read. National Committeeman Homer s. Cummings made an address. state committee was elected and the convention ad- journed
Putnam patriot., 1918-06-28

and is practical working out of self government without dictation or in- reference by otksr states in our af- fairs"
 In the closing blanks the declarn- tion is made that: We want no peace without victory. On the contrary af- ter the awful sacrifices that have been made, we demand victory so complete and conclusive that military ambition will be forever silenced and a peace secured that will make the and of war When this comes, with all it's tremendous social and economic problems, the welfare of the country will depend upon the return of tho republican party to power---the only party that has demonstrated it's abil- ity to govern"
 The ticket named Is commended to the voters and the republican delega- ton in congress commended for it's patriotic course, and confidence ex- pressed in the election of five repub- lican congressman this fall.
 c. Harold Gilpatrie was reelected state central committeeman from the 2Sth district and Sheriff Charles A. Gates from the 29th.
Putnam patriot., 1918-06-28
FINE SUPPER OF WHEATLESS
 FOODS
Interesting Meeting of Putnam
 Grange

An exceptionally interesting meet ing of Putnam Grange was held hon- day evening with a good number of grangers present Two applications for membership, ex-Mayor ana Mrs. McGarry, were received Guests were present from Brooklyn Grange, among whom were Mrs. Susie Will Hams, juvenile deputy of the Connec- ticut State Grange and lecturer of Brooklyn Grange. She gave short interesting address and introduced Mrs. C. J. Lawton of Brooklyn Grange, who gave stirring and right to-the- point talk on national prohibit tion for which the grange is working. Recently the Putnam Grange passed resolution asking the governor to close saloons at 6 o'clock.
 Under the direction of Miss Char lotte Embleton a fine supper compos- ed of wheatless dishes was served. She was assisted by County Agent B. w. Ellis and Mrs Ellis. The meru con- sisted of fruit salad, brown bread sandwiches, corn meal mullins, coffee spice cake and corn meal and oat meal cookies, oat and corn flour bread. w. J. Bartlett made and served delicious coffee. It was a common remark after the supper that "Wheatless dishes are really good"
 In advance of the supper Miss Elm bleton sent out number of recipes to all those who signed pledges to ab stain from using wheat for 10 days, and from these the members chose what they would make and contribute.
 The county agent also assisted by mailing circular letter stating that the farm bureau was cooperating with the grange in serving lunch in keeping with the food regulations and saying that the grange is the most active organization supporting the governments food plans.
 During the evening a resolution, sent as a night letter to the president and Senators Brandegee and Mclean was read. It asked support of the Su- san B. Anthony amendment.
 A letter in reply was read from Senator Mclean. The letter is as follows;
 "I have the resolution which you sent to me by special delivery and l shall present the same to the senate at an early date and assure you that l shall give the same my conscientious consideration"
Putnam patriot., 1918-06-28
DEMOCRATS NOMINATE STATE TICKET


The Democratic state convention was held in Hartford Thursday. The following ticket was nominated:
 For governor, Thomas J. Spellacy of Hartford.
 For lieutenant governor, Charles D. Lockwood of Stamford.
 For secretary of state, Henry L. Brooks of New Haven.
 For treasurer, Charles S. Avery of Norwich
 For comptroller, Charles T Davis of Middletown.
 For attorney general, Harrison Hewitt of New Haven.
 The convention had Congressman Augustine Lonergan as chairman.
 The platform approves the admin istration of President Wilson; de- elares that the business of the country k to win the war; endorsed the pro- posed federal amendment for equal suffrage and pledges the party's aid towards its ratification by the legisla- tors of this state As to prohibition 1t IS recommended that the question be submitted to a referendum for the guidance of the general assembly.
Putnam patriot., 1918-06-28
W. s. s. RALLY
Empire Theatre We'll Filled Tuesday
 Evening.

The Empire theatre was we'll filled last Tuesday evening, at which time Mrs. F. P. Southwick of Meridian, and Rev. Percy E. Thomas of Rock vile spoke in the interest of the War Savings Stamp campaign that is being carried on this week. Both of the speakers were given the closest at tention. Mrs. Southwick, at length, explained the purpose of the stamps, and told of the advantage of invest ing in them. MT Thomas is an or ator of no ordinary ability, and his address was loudly applauded.
 Hon. Herbert A. Bowen of Wood stock presided at the rally. His open ing remarks, particularly those relat- ing to, and praising the work of Italy, were received with cheering
 Preceding the rally there was pa- rade. The line was headed by the Grosvenordale Band. Following this came the Putnam Home Guard under Captain McGarry. Putnam Boy Scouts and drum corps were also in the procession.
 Music for the rally was furnished by the Grosvenordale Band and by the Putnam Liberty Chorus under the direction of C. Dwight Sharpe.
Putnam patriot., 1918-06-28
TRAVELLERS AID FORMED
Mrs. W. J. Bartlett Member of Exec.
 utive Committee

Mrs W. J. Bartlett was in Hartford Tuesday and attended conference which resulted in Travellers Aid be- ing formed under the Health and Re of Defense.
 There were 75 men and women present who had been engaged in do- ing Travellers Aid work throughout the state and a permanent organiza- tion was perfected with the follow ing officers:
 President, Mrs. Appleton R. Hill yer, Hartford.
 Vice-President, Mrs. John T. King, Bridgeport.
 Secretary, Mrs. NJ. c. Ford, Dan bury.
 Treasurer, Mrs. Wilcox, New Ha- ven.
 Finance Committee, Mrs. Wilcox, Mrs. King.
 Executive Committee, Mrs. Edward G. Porritt, the secretary and treasur- CT, Roger Davis, Mrs. Pitchell, New London; Mrs. Colt, Norwich; Mrs. Crane, Waterbury, Mrs. w. J. Bart lett, Putnam Charles A. Mallory, Danbury; Mrs. Toscan Bennett, Hart ford
 Travellers Aid work gives help and cheer to the stranger passing through, offers its welcome to the new conner, extends it's protective care over the helpless; guides the steps of weak and ignorant, and starts the boy or girl, coming to work in new surroundings, in the right way. It aids soldiers mother, sister or fiancee to visit the camp in safety to say good bye to the soldier going lover there" It aids the wounded or disabled soldier or his relatives, and there will be much work for it to bring together scatter ed families after the war.
 This is in line with the work Mrs. Bartlett has been trying to do in Put nam, and it was through recognition of her efforts that she was called to attend the conference at Hartford on Tuesday.
Putnam patriot., 1918-06-28
EUGENE MALONEY
 DECLARED INSANE
Attempted to Cut His Throat and to Hang Himself Last
 Sunday.
Is 72 Years Old and Has Lived Many
 Years In Putnam

Eugene Maloney, 72, for many years q resident of Putnam, was de eiared to be suffering from senile de n4cntia by Doctors Russell and Nor reil after they had examined him at the police station Tuesday. He was ordered committed to the Norwich State hospital
 Last Sunday Maloney became vio- lent, and made a disturbance at ais home on the north end of Oak Hill. He several times threatened to com init suicide, and was intent on carry ing ont his purpose by hanging, when discovered by neighbor, George Rogers.
 A large meat knife that Maloney had hidden and rope were found. MaIoney had little to say. He talked in a rambling manner, but said noth- ing about his determination to take his own life. He said he was willing to go to the institution, as he believed tat the rest would make n;n, strong CT and better.
 Years ago Maloney was tin ped dler. For some time he lived as a re- cluse in a small house on the hill, but subsequently, he married. His wife says that Sunday was the first time he mad shown signs of violence.
Putnam patriot., 1918-06-28
SURPRISED ON WEDDING ANNI.
 VERSARY

Rev and Mrs. George D. Stanley were given a surprise Tuesday eve ming at the Methodist parsonage, Grove street, by members of the church The affair was arranged in honor of the f6th anniversary of their marriage. The Rho Delta class had charge of the program and the affair was a most enjoyable one.
 Rev and Mrs Stanley went to East Putnam to attend strawberry fes- tival, and when they were informed that there was company waiting for them at home they departed hurried ly. They were greatly surprised to find their home full of friends. There was a program of speeches, readings and music and refreshments were served. The couple received the best wishes of all.
Putnam patriot., 1918-06-28
HORSE DIED OF SHOCK

If an ancient horse is drawing an ancient wagon and you run into the wagon with your automobile and the horse drops dead and you can find no marks on the animal, isn't it safe conclusion that the venerable steed died of shock? This is the conclusion at which c. Harold Gilpatric arrived when he struck a wagon between Norwich and New London last Friday evening
 Mir Gilpatric was driving along be- hind the ancient vehicle, and when he tried to slow down found that his brakes would not work. Another ve- hicle coming towards him gave him no chance to pass around the horse and wagon, and there was only one result, a collision. The wagon lost a wheel and the horse died from the shock There was not mark on the animal.
 The man in the wagon took his loss philosophically in fact he took it so cheerfully that there was a suspicion that he was pleased that his noble steed had such painless ending.
 He was willing to attend to the re- moval of the carcass and this he did by calling up the local butcher.
Putnam patriot., 1918-06-28
TANK HALF EMITTED
 WATER MAIN BURST
Domestic Consumption Drew so Per Cent of Storage In
 Hour and Three Quarters
Another Demonstration That Another
 Main Is Needed

All of the pumps in the world could not have supplied this city With water last Tuesday atternoon whep a joint in the main blew out not far from the pumping station in Harris vile. Fortunately it took but an hour and three quarters to fix it, but dur ing that short time the tank on Oak Hill was half emptied by local do- mestic consumption.
 A small leak was discovered in the main and when the men in the water department went to fix it the joint blew out, necessitating the shutting down of the pump. As there is but the one trunk line between the pump ing station and the city there was no possible way to deliver water during the time the one line was out of com mission.
 | This is another of the many object lessons the city has had the past few months that second trunk line is the only reliable plan by which the water supply of the city may at all times be safe-guarded.
 It is understood that the loan of -75, ,000 which the city wishes to float to build the new line for which the appropriation is made has been sub roittad for hide Whom the money is in sight further steps will be taken and it is to be hoped that the work may be completed as planned before the winter season.
Putnam patriot., 1918-06-28
ARRESTED AS
 A DESERTER
Walter Champagne Taken Into Custody By Sheriff Hol-
 brook and Captain Ryan
Left Camp Devens on 36-Hour Pass June I, and Had Not Returned
 Since.

Charged with desertion, Walter Champagne, a member of the 30lst re-mount division, Depot Brigade, Quartermaster's Department, Camp Devens, was taken into custody at 8 o'clock Thursday evening by Deputy Sheriff George Holbrook. Captain Jo- seph Ryan and Irving H. Miron. Champagne was arrested in Wood stock Valley, on the farm of his fa- ther. He offered no resistance to the officials when they apprehended him. and offered no objections to being brought to Putnam police headquart- CTS, where he was kept for the night.
 Champagne was inducted into the service last September by the Willi- mantle board. and his home at that time was in Abingdon. On June 1. he was granted a 36-hour pass, which made it necessary for him to report back at the camp on June 8. He fail ed to show up, and notice was sent out to the local police by the military au- thorities, requesting that he be taken into custody if located.
 This Friday morning Champagne was examined by members of the local exemption board, and was then order ed taken back to camp. He left on the o'clock train today, in charge of Sheriff Holbrook.
 When asked by member of the board why he had failed to return to Devens as he should have done, Champagne replied: q got drunk, that's the reason l didn't. l wouldn't be here this morning if it wasn't for the liquor" Champagne claimed to have gotten most of his liquor in Wor- cester, but admitted that he had been supplied with some here in Putnam, by men whose names he did not know.
Putnam patriot., 1918-06-28
ONE HUNDRED FORTY SEVEN ENROLLED IN EVENING CLASS

The evening class of the Red Cross, with l47 members enrolled, is doing splendid work The average attend ance for April was 72; that for May, s4 while in June, it promises to go higher yet. The work is almost ideal ly systematized, each table having a leader wearing blue veil, who is re- sponsible for the work done at her table Each bandage is thoroughly in- speeted, pressed, and inspected again, making the finished product as near ly perfect as it can well be. Although the members of the class have worked on several other kinds of bandage, they have already finished nearly a thousand triangles.
Putnam patriot., 1918-06-28
PUTNAM SOLDIER SEVERELY
 WOUNDED

Mr. and Mrs Herbert Brown of Putnam have received telegram from the government officials stating that their son, Raymond H. Brown, was severely wounded in action in France. No details of his injuries have been received.
 The family recently removed to Putnam from Fabyan. MT. Brown is employed as teamster for the Putnam Woolen Company, and the son was for a time employed at the Adams Express office.
Putnam patriot., 1918-06-28
COUNTRY CLUB JULY FOURTH

There will be a handicap medal play tournament of IS holes at p. nl,, at the Putnam Country Club. The first prize will be fine cup and there will be three other prizes.
 From to there will be supper served by the men. This will be fol lowed by dancing with music by the famous Victor dance orchestra.
 There will be round robin sweep stakes tournament July II.
Putnam patriot., 1918-06-28
G. Harold Gilpatrie

I G. Harold Gilpatric, nominee for
 state treasurer, needs no introduc-
 tion to the people of eastern Connec-
 ticut In fact he is known over the
 entire state. In Putnam he is known
 as leading citizen and one of the
 eity's substantial, progressive, busi-
 ness men and business head of . most important institution-the First National Bank. He is we'll liked, is popular, and is what is termed "a good mixer"
 Born in Warren, R. l., July 8, 1881, the son of Mir. and Mrs. George w. l Gilpatric, he removed with his par ents to Putnam when he was but two years old. He passed through the grades of the public school, entered the high school and graduated in tho class of 1899.
 This completing his education he entered the First National Bank at the age of 18 to begin his business training. He advanced rapidly, and in January, 1908, he was elected cashier of the institution and is still filling that important office.
 Mir Gilpatric early took an inter- est in public affairs. He has always been republican and soon became prominent in political circles, and his counsel was sought by older men. In business affairs also, his advice was sought on account of sound judgment and farsightedness. His willingness to help others made him many friends.
 His ability as aa organizer and di- plomatic tendencies were recognized when he was elected member of the state central committee from the 2Sth district eight years ago. He has been continued in that office up to the pres ent time, and has just been reelected. He has never cared to accept public office himself, and the present honor was really forced upon him.
 Among the varied business inter- ests with which Mir. Gilpatric is iden- tified aside from cashier of the bank, is president of the Paris, Kentucky, Water Company; director of the Adri- an, Michigan, Water Company; mem- Der of the board of water commits sioners of the city of Putnam; treas urer of the Putnam Foundry X Ma chine Corporation, and director of the Putnam Woolen Company.
 Fraternally Mir. Gilpatric is Ma son and past master of Quinebaug Lodge of Putnam; a Shriner and Knight Templar; also member of the Odd Fellows and Elks, and president of the Putnam Country Club.
 MT. Gilpatric was the first county chairman of the State Council of De- fense.. He resigned from that posi- ton last fall on account of other du- ties. He was local chairman of the Liberty Loan campaigns and his un- tiring efforts energy and the enthu- siasm he instilled in others were big factors in putting Putnam over tho top with big margins to spare
 On October 19, 1905, Mir. Gilpatrie married Miss Irene Wheelock, daugh- ter of the late Eugene A. Wheelock. formerly head of the Putnam Woolsn Company. They have three children :. dsusnse4 and two sons.
Putnam patriot., 1918-06-28
STATIC ELECTRICITY CAUSED
 TEXAS OIL FIRE

According to officials of the Texas Oil Company, they believe that static electricity was the cause of the fire that burned up one of their trucks last week. The officials say that they have had several such experiences and they think that when atmospheric con- ditions are right gasolene is liable to take fire when being drawn from the tank to the car.
Putnam patriot., 1918-06-28
QUESTIONABLE SENT TO 154
 RECISTRANTS

Questonnaires have been sent out to the 154 young men who registered in this district on June 5th. The same routine will be followed as before and each recipient will do well to careful ly study the questions so as to be ready with answers and thus expedite matters and make the work of the le- gal advisory board easier.
Putnam patriot., 1918-06-28

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