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The Manitowoc pilot. [volume] (Manitowoc, Wis.) 1859-1932, 1918-05-23
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Connecticut western news., 1918-07-25
LIEUTENANT JOHN ADAM
 HOME ON FURLOUGH
Gives to his Fellow Citizens a Message of Courage and
 Good Cheer

Lieutenant John G. Adam, who left for Camp Greenleaf about three months ago to enlist in the Medical Corps, has been at his home here on five days furlough. Lieutenant or Doctor Adam, as he is better known by in Canaan, looks the picture of health and is very enthusiastic about the work which the Medical Corps is doing and speaks very highly of the class of men in the service and the manner in which they apply them selves to the work. His many friends were delighted to see him and trust that the time is not far distant when he can return and resume his practice here. Meanwhile at the request of the News, he has prepared this mes sage for our readers.
 "Never was Canaan dressed in more natural beauty, than when "came home" last Thursday, and every day, and many times a day have remarked "this is surely a fairy land". Then such delightful cordiality, as many friends were met, but let me assure you all, the friend ly handshake was reciprocated and the regret remains that time would not permit seeing all my good friends, such kind friends, that make Canaan a happy land to return to. 1 am glad to bring back to parents of Boys in the Army" very good inn pressions of what Army life means, and to assure each one of you that "Our Boys" are being most carefully looked after and their health more closely guarded, than when they were home. The work accomplished is wonderful, the spirit of the boys fine, the generosity of the people at home" greatly appreciated and the Y. M. c. A. and K. of c. are institu- tions of constantly increasing value to every boy away from home. The great object before us all is to win the war in the right way, and if you could all hear the boys sing, "It's a long way to Berlin, but we'll get there" and "Pack up your troubles in your old kit bag and smile, Smile, Smile", you would catch the spirit-of the boys and be thankful for such wonderful country to live in, such a grand object to be fighting for, such fine lot of boys to carry Old Glory to great Victory for Humanity, such great backing from "the people at home". They all of us would put more energy into our work, satisfied that all work is im- portant and each one can help win the war, and as we go about our daily tasks, let us catch the spirit of unselfish devotion and sing with the Boys of the Army" Pack up your troubles in your old kit bag and smile, smile, smile".
 Very Cordially
 John G. Adam
Connecticut western news., 1918-07-25
SNAPSHOT" LEAGUE FORMED
Volunteers with Kodaks Wanted to
 Take Home Pictures

A from Home League has been formed in Canaan. 1t is all ready at work upon it's patriotic ser vice. The members have pledged to to take pictures of home-scenes of the towns soldiers in France, their fathers, mothers, wives, children, sweethearts, or incidents of the daily life there, which will be sent to the men abroad regularly. There are twenty-two Canaan men in France, and from twenty-two homes interest ing, appealing-yets simple messages of home-sentiment will go to these men frequently through the thought full, unselfish efforts of the league members. The pleasure of the first glimpse of pictures one has snapped, when they have just come from the developing and printing, is very real, but the pleasure is trebbled when by little thoughtfulness, the snapshot is not one to be filed in an album, but home-picture destined to carry joy to weary and lonesome fighter in France. This is the idea upon which the League is founded. More owners of kodaks are wanted to volunteer for this work. Miss Mary Hill is the president of the League, and MT. Clarence H. White, president of the Pictorial Photographers of America has consented to act as ad- visor, and to give the members prac- tical help. The families of the men abroad are gladly cooperating with the League, knowing that it is a valuable link between the fighting forces and the homes.
Connecticut western news., 1918-07-25
Elect Now President

At @ special meeting of the direc- tors of the Canaan Cemetery Ascocia- tion, held Saturday evening, MT. John B. Reed was elected a director of the Association and also the president to succeed the late Mrs. Mary c. Corbit.
 The following vote was adopted by the directors; "In recognition of the long and faithful service Of Mrs. Mary c. Corbit as the head of the Canaan Cemetery Association, and as slight token of appreciation of that service we hereby agree to give per petual and loving care to the plot in our Cemetery which bears the Corbit name"
Connecticut western news., 1918-07-25
FOOD ARMY LEADERS
Meet in Canaan. Demonstrations to
 be Held

The leaders of the Junior Food Ar my groups in Winsted, Torrington, Norfolk, Warren, Cornwall, Goshen, Salisbury, Lakeville, Falls Village and Canaan met at the Exemption Board Rooms last Friday afternoon. Mr. Harold A. Brundage, the Club Leader for this district presided. As the activities of the several groups were discussed, it was disclosed that the boys and girls of this part of Litchfield County are giving material help in the production andconserva- tion of food.
 The State Club Leader, MT. A. J. Brundage, addressed the meeting, and among other things, said that in calculating the amount of ones canning, the following should not be included viz.--vegetabIns saltcd IT dried, pickles, jams, jellies and mar malade. These items come under the head of Food Saving. It is in- tended shortly to hold demonstra- tions in each town on the following subjects: Better Seed, The Stacker Hen, Potato Scab Dip, Grading Pota- toes, and Quick Breads.
Connecticut western news., 1918-07-25
SELECTED MEN GO AWAY
 WITH A LOYAL SEND-OFF
Committee Arranges m Their Honor, Movies and a Public
 Dance

The town has joined with the per sonal friends and families of our men who leave this week for the larger life of the army, in sending them off for the training of Camp Devens.
 A committee was appointed early in the week by Chairman Roraback to give fitting send-off to these men, Alfred c. Caldwell, Enrico Po- lastro, Clifford c. Babb, Martin H. Buckbee, George L. Fitch, Viscenti Giovanni, Irving J. Waite, James T. Killawee, Louis Cont, John M. Casey, Azzo Dalone, George D. Condon, H. Austin Rix, Henry J. Condon, Edwin Hart, Rico Broggi, Antonio Zucco, Domenico Togno,. Peter Minacci, and the comrades who leave with them Thursday morning. The free enter tainment arranged for them at the Movies, Wednesday night, and the Dance following is but small token of the goodwill their fellow-towns- people held toward them and a still slighter indication of the joy with which we will welcome their return.
 There are many expressions of re- gret and yet of pride at their going. They are followed by the best wishes of all for good health, an interest in their new work and joy in their country's service.
 The Committee which gladly ar ranged this honoring of tour boys" were: Miss May Kegler, chairman, Leonard A. Caldwell and wife, James J. Keenan, Jr. and wife, F. M. Brewer and wife, Theron Perkins and wife, Mrs. DeBarberi, Miss Rosa lie Imhoff and Ivanhoe Scott.
Connecticut western news., 1918-07-25
CAMP FOR YOUNG WOMEN
Shadow Brook" Open From July
 27 to Sept. 2

The girls of this vicinity arc tc have the unusual opportunity of spending their vacations at Shadow Brook Camp, as cool and attractive as the name sounds. The Camp is situated at Ellsworth, six miles south of Sharon, and is the beautiful fan- fly home of Mrs. H. F. Chaffee. She has generously given this camp site to the Y. W. c. A., by whom the camp is managed.
 Here is where young women from fifteen to trirty-five may have fun. make new friends, enjoy wholesome food and rest. The only work. re- quired is the making of one's own bed and keeping her part of the camp neat and clean. The attractions pro vided are hikes through the hills and along the brooks, picnics and straw rides, berry picking, camp fire, base ball, swimming, nature study, First Aid to the Injured, under the diree- tion of trained leaders. An expert colored mammy has been engaged to do the cooking. 1t is suggested ttnt girls who play guitars, mandohns. ukeleles bring them to help in tho general good times of the camp.
 Twenty-Five persons can be accom- modated at this fine old country home at a time. Guests may go for a week, a day or as weekend parties. The expense per week is only $4.S5, or 30 per day. The camp is open un- til Sept. Eth. Application should be made as early as possible to the camp secretary, Miss Marion H. Copeland. Shadow Brook, Cornwall Bridge. Conn. Further information and ap- plication blanks may be secured at the News office.
Connecticut western news., 1918-07-25
Scouts Go Camping

Members of the local troop of Boy Scouts leave on July 30th for Camp Pootatuck. The camp is To- cated near South Kent and is under the direction of the Litchfeld, Fair field County Y. M. c. A. Boys will be there from several towns in these counties, each group under the su- pervision of it's own leader. MT. Timberlake will be tent-leader for the Canaan Scouts. The camp equip ment, tents, hunks, and kitchen out fit, is that formerly used by the Bridgeport Y. M. c. A. and is quite complete, so that the boys take with them only their personal belongings. They anticipate great time living under camp conditions on Hatch Lake. They will return on Aug. 9th,
Connecticut western news., 1918-07-25
45O WOMEN WANTED
 AS STUDENT NURSES
Will Receive Special Training
 Course and Be Subject to Call

Connecticut has been called upon by the Council of National Defense to enroll 450 women between the ages of nineteen and thirty-five years in the United States Student Nurse Reserve. Those women who enroll will agree to hold themselves in readi- ness to enter hospital training schools as student nurses. A total of 25,000 student nurses is to be en- rolled by the various states.
 The campaign for this enrolment will begin July 29th and continue until the evening of August 11th. Every community in this state is to be canvassed thoroughly under the supervision of the Woman's Division of the Connecticut State Council of Defense.
 The war is creating an unprece- dented demand for trained nurses. Only those who have taken the full training course are eligible for ser vice with American forces overseas. These nurses are being drawn largely from hospitals here at home. Their pldC6S HluSI Ue llllSu Dy IlS oIuuSnI nurses enrolled for the full training course of from two to three years. Every young woman who enrolls in the United States Student Nurse Re serve is releasing a nurse for service at the front and swelling the second hne of hospital defense. Upon the health of the American people will depend largely the spirit of the na- tion's fighting forces.
 The Woman's Division of the State Defense Council has created a Connecticut Committee for the Re- cruitipg of Student Nurses, which will have charge of this campaign. Mrs. Joseph M. Alsop of Avon is chairman of the division. All other members are either trained nurses or physicians.
 Information concerning the enroll ment of student nurses can be ob- tained by writing to the Woman's Di- vision Connecticut State Council of Defense, State Capitol, Hartford, Connecticut. s......
Connecticut western news., 1918-07-25
CANAAN WELCOMES -
 FRESH AIR CHILDREN
Sixty-two Arrive July 31st ss
 Result of Committees Efforts

The people of Canaan have again shown a generous and loyal spirit In the way they have responded to Madame Pourtet's appeal for the children of the slums. AS result of the canvas made by the Tribune Fresh Air Fund Committee, 62 children have been invited to spend two weeks in our beautiful village and on some of the near by farms The Committee has worked most diii- gently to obtain this gratifying re- suit,
 92 persons have contributed to- ward the board of nine children and the sixty two are to be entertained by the following people:
 Ralph Dewey, Mrs. Robert Little. Mrs. G. A. Adam, Mrs. A. H. Herrs~ man, Mrs. John Colligan, Mrs. Alfred Perdrizet, Mrs. Wallace Weaver, Mrs. c. W. Barrett, Mrs. Charles Lin dell, Mrs. Wm. Schmidt, Mrs. c. J- Hart, Mrs. Wm. Rectal, Mrs. John German, Mrs. Walter Goggin, Mrs Mary Gaylord, Mrs. Julia Weaver, Mrs. Lillian Wise, Mrs. Fl. A. Trap hagan, Miss Jennie Schamerhora. Mrs. Cora Stevens, Mrs. M. G. Adam. The Misses Brown, Miss Minnie Peirce, Mrs. Eric Borg, Mrs. Fred Dewey, Mrs. George Fuller, Azzo Gondelli, Mrs. J. H. Roraback, Mrs Ella Burns, Mrs. J. L. Parsons, Mrs- H. E. Lyles, Mrs. E. B. Cook, Mrs Joseph Couch, Mrs. Frank Perkins, Mrs. Fred Parsons, Charles Rhoades. Mrs. L. L. Fargo, Mrs. F. W. Rhoades Frank Miller, Mrs. George Green, Mrs. J. B. Tinker.
 Some of these hostesses will have to devote almost all their time to these little children who arc de- prived of the better things of life. as they are taking four into their homes. The others are sacrificing OF at least inconveniencing themselves for the childrens' sake, but we are sure that the benefits that the chil- dren will derive from this vacation will more than. repay them for all their trouble. The children will arrive on the 4:20 train P. M. July 31st.
Connecticut western news., 1918-07-25
SUPERVISOR CHITTENDEN
 TO BE STATE INSPECTOR
Popular School Supervisor Pro- noted to the Position of
 State Inspector

Early in the week, State Secretary, Charles D. Hine of the state Board or Education, informed the town school committee, that Harold E. Chittenden who for the past year has so accept ably filled the position of supervlsor of schools not only of North Canaan, but of Canaan and Salisbury as well, had been promoted to the position of state inspector of schools taking up the work the first of September.
 MT. Chittenden came to Canaan at the beginning of the last school year and at once put himself in touch with schools of the town, showing by hls interest and knowledge of the re- ouirements of the position that he was we'll fitted for the work demand ed of him. In addition to his duties here, he hasa times acted as a special inspector for the state office, so that in his promotion he has re- ceived a merited advancement in his chosen profession.
 Not only the members of the school committee, but the force of teachers and the townspeople as well regret that MT. Chittenden is to remove from Canaan, but they unite in the best of wishes for his success in the work that he takes up in the larger field. MT. Hine informed the town committee that MT. Chittenden was regarded as one of the best equipped workers in his special field in the state service.
 MT. Chittenden's successor is to be MT. Teague, who comes to Connecti- cut from Maine, where he has been engaged for the past few years as a supervisor of schools, he expects to make his home in Canaan, coming to town in time to take up his duties with the beginning of the school year; he will have the same territory under his supervision as his prede- cessor.
Connecticut western news., 1918-07-25
Appreciation of Miss Saygers

In these days when nurses are in such demand and when it is increas- ingly difficult to secure the private nurse and perhaps selfish to think of doing so,-even when it is possible the work of the district nurse is ab- solutely essential and is appreciated as perhaps never before.
 At such time Canaan has been exceedingly fortunate in having as the district nurse, Miss Saygers, who helped in so many homes, during most critical and trying times; in her going in and coming out carrying with her comfort and cheer supple menting the work of the physician in restoring to health many that were afflicted and giving light and com fort to those that could not be cured.
 We that know all that Miss Say gers has done in the four years she has been with us would record our appreciation of her conscientious, self-sacrificing, efficient work and assure her of our good wishes and hope that even though she has re- signed her work here to take up a better position in Toledo, Ohio, that she will remember her many Canaan friends.
 We are told by the Visiting Nurse Association that her good work will be continued.
Connecticut western news., 1918-07-25
= - aass-- 4l4Ats&s4zAa-t = .ta- A COMMUNITY EXHIBIT
Funds Wanted to Secure $100.00
 for Premiums

To hold a Community Exhibit of Garden Produce and Canning early in September is the present plan of the Adult Committee of the Junior Food Army. Not only the boys and girls but all residents could exhibit the products of their summers work. The Committee would like to offer cash premiums in the form of Thrift and War Stamps for the best entries. One Hundred dollars is available from the State for use as premiums if the committee complies with cer- tain conditions ;-namely, becoming incorporated as a Fair Company without stock. Such incorporation, however, would cost S13.00. There fore the committee appeals to those citizens who feel that a Community Exhibit would be an incentive to the boys and girls, and a benefit to the town in general, to contribute to- ward the fund for its incorporation. The members of the Junior Food Army Committee are Rev. R. M. Timberlake, chairman, Mrs. Jackson, Miss Jessie Donalds, MT. and Mrs. E. V. Nestell and MT. Clinton Barnes,
Connecticut western news., 1918-07-25
Pilgrim Lawn Party

Old FatherSol quite broke his rec ord of several days when on Wednes- day last he did not deign to come out from behind the clouds to grace the Pilgrim Church Lawn Party with his presence. Although the party had to be held indoors it was none the less successful.
 Several groups of early evening guests found the tables attractively arranged on the porch where cream and almost-Hoover cakes were served by young women of the parish. The tables were decorated with the Ma tional emblem.
 to the generous patronage of the
 The financial success was due both town people and to the energy and attention of the efficient corps of workers with Mrs. o. J. Decker in charge.
Connecticut western news., 1918-07-25
Pleasant Party

MT. and Mrs. James Keenan Jr. entertained several of their young friends at The Wangum on Monday evening. Dancing was the feature of the evening, in the spacious rooms and on the porch. Refreshments were served. Everyone leaving at an early hour thanked the host and hostess for the fine time they had had. Those present were: Misses Julia Finnegan, Fanny Jackson, Clara Merchant, Helen Eggleston, Gertrude Higgins, Margaret Mcclure, May Kegler, and Mrs. Richard P. Smith, Raymond Mabie, William Place, Martin Buckbee, Alfred Caldwell, and Harold Schooncver.
Connecticut western news., 1918-07-25
Colored Registrants to go Aug. l

The following colored registrants will leave Canaan Thursday, Aug. l, probably on the 8:30 a. m. train, for Camp Devens: John E. Bennett, Canaan; Christopher B. Johnson, Winsted and Bristol; William New kins, Winsted and Bristol; Charles N. Davis, Sharon; John M. Mallory, Sha- ron; John H. Bailey, Canaan; Will liam Brewster, Winsted; George E. Jackson, Salisbury; William Sunders, Norfolk; Charles H. May, Cornwall. Under call 983 this districts quota is five men, who will entrain at Canaan, Monday, July 29, for the recruits camp at Syracuse, N. Y.
Connecticut western news., 1918-07-25
Church Buys Liberty Bonds

At recent meeting of the trustees of the Canaan Methodist Episcopal church, the treasurer, Lewis E. Hes ter reported that he had received from the estate of the late Horace R. Stevens $500 as a legacy to tho church from Mir. Stevens.
 Appropriate resolutions of accept ance of the lagaey were adopted, and by vote of the trustees the treasurer was instructed to invest the amount in Liberty Loan bonds, the fund to be known as the Horace B. Stevens fund.
Connecticut western news., 1918-07-25
To the Children of Canaan

(From the Wangum Camp Fire Girls).
 C2ar Children:
 Won't you come and play with us at the Playground, this week, on Fri day, and, thereafter, on every pleas ant Wednesday afternoon, from three to five o'clock? WeSshall give you roliickfng good time. We shall teach you jolly games,-games that can only be played when many chil- dren get together. You shall run and jump. and dance and sing; and, when you are hot and tired, you shall lie under the shade trees and hear good stories. The children are play ing in this way all over the United States. It is called Patriotic Play". Play keeps us well, hardens. the muscles, makes us Timber and enables us to do things, which children, who do not play, can never expect to do. If we keep well, we worry Mother less, and takes less of the time that she needs for her war work. Then, too, someday, you and we are going to have splendid things to do for our country, such things as big folks are doing now. In order to do these things we'll when we are grown up, we must learn to think quickly and to act quickly when we are little. There is nothing that will make our minds and our limbs so nimble, as properly planned play, out-of-doors. Now do you see why it is patriotic to play? It is way in which even you, little as you may be, can help to win this dreadful war, and help to make things more cheerful for poor Uncle Sam, who would like to think that all his little boys and girls will grow up to be the healthiest men and women in the world.
 Dear Children, we have already had our trial play-day; and everybody was so happy then, that we want more of you to come and be happy with us. Come and bring your little friends. If you are very, very tiny, perhaps Mother will come along with you. If she is tired, it will do her good to laugh at the fun.
 A long, long time ago, even before some of you were born, and when we, ourselves, were little like you, there were other Camp Fire girls as big as we are now. Then, as they grew older, they went far, far away, to learn to train the minds of chil- dren and how to make their bodies strong and supple. These girls have now returned, fine, warm-hearted, capable women; and they still love the Camp Fire for alf that it has meant to them in the past. They love you, too, and are coming each week to help us to lead you in the right kind of play. Our guardian will be there to help us all.
 We find that playing makes us very thirsty; and that is good, for water helps to keep us we'll. Bring your own little cup. We must not drink from one another's. To do so, sometimes, makes people i'll.
 Bring your ball or your bean bag, your hoop or your jumping-rope, or any nice game that you think others might enjoy.
 Dear children, come and play with | us, and so help us to play for Uncle Sam.
 i Wangum Camp Fire Girls
Connecticut western news., 1918-07-25
Accepted for Service

The exemption board here Monday examined 72 of the 21-year-old reg istrants, class of 1918, 65 of whom qualified for general military service One was assigned to group because of a slight injury, five qualified for special or limited service and only one was disqualified.