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The courier-index., 1918-07-12
CAMP PIKE NOTES

Nc suspect that every letter that
 A out Of Camp Pike these days
 some reference to the hot weath- , Not that it is any hotter this |mmer than usual, but most of the Es are living a more strenuous
 than they are accustomed to liv- ! at this season of the year. Tax man who has been indoors for |ns and suddenly shooting him out 10 the July sun for hours of steady nllng is a mighty big change to N the very least. And it is only |fecognitiOn Of the serious needs of E nation for soldiers that gives a or the fellows the grit and the 'ernlnation to hang on long after Rs nave passed what they always 'asldered to be the limit of human hu'ance We have just as many 'foes in Camp Pike as they have sfseas, even though the men here getting no medals.
 sess
 And while they are seeking no eclal recognition for it, whole tot credit is due to the Y. M. c. A. s'earles for the splendid way ;n lsa ' they are sticking to their aS A majority ot them are men ]" used to take their summer va 'Ous jast abcIt. now and nany V saeir own summer homes. But ''s are few furloughs and yaca- as TOT the Camp Pike "" men, as lOrCe is shOrthanded and most of ], secretaries are doing extra work 'us' . 'uan getting relief because of
The courier-index., 1918-07-12
THE ALL-HIGHESr

Indianapolis News.-Wireless mes. sage from Africa says the lion has abdicated in favor of the kaiser as the king of beasts
 Anaconda Standard-Tf the kaiser is worrying about his losses, Uncle Sam can assure him that his worries have just begun.
 Toledo Blade.-Laying all jokes aside and adhering to solemn facts, Bruiser Bill has succeeded in mak- ing the devil look like pretty de- cent sort of chap.
 New York World.-Catain Kidd s standing as the worst pirate in all history is irretrievahly lost.
 Philadelphia Tnduirer-For 25 years the kaiser drilled for war, and now he cant control the geyser be struck
 Detroit Free Press s.--Germany's All Highest is considered by most peo- pie as the worlds all lowest.
 New York World Reports show
The courier-index., 1918-07-12
FOOD ADMINISTRATION

Little Rock, July 3.-Sugar for the remainder of the year has been de- nied a great many manufacturers who failed to comply with gov ernment order last month and file 8 report showing the amount of sugar they had on hand. These reports had to be in by June IT. Many manufacturers had supply of sugar to last them till July Now when they want sugar there is no record on file in this city from them. Of course they are bowling. but in- structions from Washington on that particular are emphatic.
 Now, it is demanded, new reports are demanded, and in order that no buyer of sugar may be penaliZed, Hamp Williams, state food admin istrator, has issued the following:
 "New reports must be filed by all buyers of sugar whether you have & supply for July or not, These re- ports must be in my office on or before July 15. If you have made application for sugar purchasing cer- tificates you will not have to make out another report at this time. These reports must be made out by everyone who buys sugar, excepting only the householder who buys for private consumption.
 Federal. state county. and city institutions using sugar are not per mitted to buy that product without the sugar purchasing certificate. If they have not already made the proper application, they are urged to do so at once. They, too, must file the official report. Sugar will posi-. lively be denied for the remainder of the year to all who do not make these reports If you are in doubt as to what you should do, write me immediately"
 Modification of Recent Beef Order Please notify all public eating plac- es in your county. and publish in your local newspapers, that
 Effective at once public eating houses may serve beef, either roast, stewed, boiled or steaks, once each day of the week. The noon day meal-from 11:30 a. m. to 2:30 D. m.
 has been fixed for this state by Mir Williams as the only meal at which beef may be served. This must be strictly carried out.
 Further, the serving of hamburger will be permitted at all times, pro- vided it is made in the usual way. that is from by products and parts of beef that cannot be used for ex- port. but never from choice steaks or cuts of beef, except at the noon meal each day, in lieu of beef serv- ed in other forms.
The courier-index., 1918-07-12

far greater casualties inflicted during the last few weeks by the marines than the submarines.
 Grit.-The kaiser favors reforms. The devil saint would be.
 Detroit Free Press. s.--SpeakIng Ger man is no longer an accomplishment It is liability.
 Hartford Courant-The conscien- tious objector has high sounding title, but in fact he is a sneak. He objects to taking part in defending himself and all that is of interest to him. Instead, he wants to stand aside and let the other fellow take the risks while he himself gets all the benefits.
 Boston Herald-WOuld there be any war now if we were celebrating the third anniversary of our entrance into the war instead of that of TtaIyf
The courier-index., 1918-07-12

"Y" units in the southern depart ment. Camp Pike has 19 buildings included in it's "Y'' department.
 ERWIN FUNK,
 Camp Publicity Secretary. July 8. 1918.
The courier-index., 1918-07-12

Don't negIecc paying your water rent We are going to cut the water off if the rent Is not paid by the 18th of each month. Payable at Bank of Marianna s3e
The courier-index., 1918-07-12
Are You Figuring on Buy ing a Wagon Before the War Ends? If So,
 Buy Now!

We are sounding false you that
 neolect to M have to until after the close of the The wagon
 curang their the and are most of their attention the production of vehicles of 1nGs The number n rapidly Only few standard patterns being
 ced in limited quantities only The prices
 advancing During the weeks raise of 20 @ cone into during the few weeks it expected w will be added Steel trv and becoming because the m mnh materials trucks carriages and other of
The courier-index., 1918-07-12
We Are i'm Position to Meet Your
 Present Wagon Demands

But do how long will be able to We hand and available for immediate shipment several Stakeholder which the prices We to at and delivery there
 needing within the twelve months will place order because in the benefit lower than the present and certainly far below what the will months from We position to extend responsible parties Don't put this important matter off AT ONCE.
Connecticut western news., 1918-01-17
OFFICIAL WAR PICTURES
 HERE THURSDAY NIGHT To Be Shown Under Auspices of the L.. State Council of Defense at Town Hall.

A rare treat for those who enjoy motion pictures as we'll as those who wish to see with their own eyes actual conditions during war times with the British army will be given at the town hall on Thursday evening. The pie lures are officIally sanctioned by the U. $. government and can only be shown in this srate under the auspices of the State Council of Defense.
 North Canaan is fortunate is secur- ing these pictures at so early date, as they were shown in Hartford last week, where they attracted large crowds and it was generally supposed the cities would show the pictures first In addition to the pictures there will be speaker who will explain the pic lures, direct from the k landers front. He will undoub edly have many in teresting experiences to relate.
 It might be added that these pictures are being shown at actual cost and not for the purpose of making money. If the same pictures were shown at a motion picture house the cost would be much greater than the prices asked.
Connecticut western news., 1918-01-17
REVENUE OFFICER HERE
 TO EXPLAIN INCOME TAX Not Necessary for Those Liable to Pay a Tax on Their Incomes to
 go to Winsted.

The announcement that a govern ment revenue officer will come to North Canaan early in February for the purpose of explaining the apPlica- tion of the income tax law will be re- ceived with satisfaction by those liable to gay such trx. Collector of Intern 'l Revenue James J Walsh stated that the officer would be here between the 9th and 18th of February and Post- master Roberts has made ar1 ngements for him to he at the offices of the ex- emption board during his stay ill thls town.
 The new laws relating to incomes have puzzled many people, even among attorneys who make a business f de- ci i7hering such matters. It is no refec- tion on the individual therefore if he or she has been unable to understand the law, or it's application to the indi- vidual's part -cular business.
 The coming to this town of the rev. enue office will m-ke it much more convenient for the people of the sur rounding towns to come here than 1t would to go to Winsted. which would require the greater part of day to make the trip. The off1cer will have a supply of the various blanks on hand for those who desire them and will answer all questions pertaining to the tax
Connecticut western news., 1918-01-17
PILGRIM CHURCH HOLDS
 31st ANNUAL MEETING Reception Is Rendered to Pastor and Wife by the Members of
 Congregation.

The 31st annual meeting. roll call and supper of the Pilgrim church was held in the parlors of the church last Friday evening and was attended by about 130 members and friends Pre- vious to the regular meeting, the mem bers of the church rendered reception to Mr. and Mrs Timberlake in the lecture room of the church which was attended by about 100 persons Miss Sarah Adam assisted in, receiving and Mrs. H E Lyles and Mrs G Adam poured assisted by Misses May Smith, Louise Bragg, and Minnie Peirce The lecture room was prettily decorated for the occasion with evergreen, silver candelabra and lighted candles.
 Supper Was served by the ladies of the church from 5 to 6 o'clock and was enjoyed by about l30. The meeting was then called to order aud prayer offered by Rev. William F. Stearns If Norfolk. The minutes of last year, s meeting were read and approved and at the roll call of members. about 100 responded to their names. Reports were received and acted upon from the treasurer. Womans' Missionary Society, Young Ladies Mission Circle. Young Peoples Society, Women's Union, Sunday School, Home Department, Brotherhood and Boy Scouts.
 Officers elected for the ensuing year are: John s Reed, clerk; John B.. Reed, treasurer; c. D. V. Barnes. asst treasurer; Allyn Fuller, supelin- tendent of the Sunday School; H. A. Holt auditor. Members of the official board are: W. J. Hatmaker and George s Mather. Deaoonesses, Mrs. N. L.. Jackson, years and Mrs. E. T. Rowe 1 year. Music committee, Rev. R. M. Timberlake, R. D. Peirce. Mrs. A. H. Herriman, Mrs. A B. Molando, and Miss Minnie E. Peirca. Delegate to Litchield Northwest Association. A. A. Hubbard. An interesting and pleasing event was she attendance of tho pastors and their wives of the Methodist and Epis- copal churches, at the reception and supper. At.sEe close of the meeting. Mar. Timberlake in a few we'll chosen 3sFeEas, prssssds his. .sincersz ztffasks fol | the many -kindnesses and good wiste: of the members, of eall the churches and trusted that they may become better acquainted in the future.
Connecticut western news., 1918-01-17
DRAFT EXPENSES CURTAILED
New Regulations Allow 30 Cents Per
 Man Accepted.

Extravagant expense bills filed by many members of tfie lccal boards for their services in classifying registrants has led Provost Marshsi Gen. Crowder to accept the recomr endatioR of board members and 'obners connected with the administration of the selective draft to place rf,e salary feature of this classification system i,n 8 cCsG basis.
 Ge; Il teieRragn sent sateTday tc all seNte soverltoss, Gen Cr@m der prom api4,ates new resula8toos, approved by Psesident.s iison uTyfer which the boards hereafter will receive an sgRre- gate of 30 cents remuneration for each Eaan finally classified exclusive of com iRensation for clerks or examining phy- 'sicians who are not members of the board.
 Under the old rules sShe boards were e maximum os $150 a month for each member eXclasive of clerical help.
 While many board members have re. .newed their offers of .gratuitous ser. vices and others have held their ex- ,pense accounts down. Gen. Crowdes said in his tele Zram, ia considerable number, regardless of the size of regis. tration inftheir respective jurisdiction have made their estimates on so extra gagant7a scale thst the tota cost eould not be paid out of suy appropriation which congress wonld be willing t6 make or which the people Of the natioE would saEprove".
Connecticut western news., 1918-01-17
RED CROSS NOTES.

Owing to the stormy weather Tues day. the attendance sat the business ,of the Red Gross Auxiliary was >veEy small, only l2 ladies being present. Reports of sia the work done were read 'by the Seeay., Mrs. J. G. Adam, and the Treas Mrs. ,. H. Roraback, all. of whlck will be fully reported in next,week's News.
 A committee, consisting of Mrs. k. l.. Roberts, Mrs F. M. Brewer, Mrs. Roy Laffargue were appointed to place Bounty Baskets" in thevarious stores in town. These baskets are for little lnNnries for the Canaan boys "Some- where in France''.
 When you ,bny a package of gam, chocolate, cigarettes, or any of the little things the boys love. bny a second one and place fin the bas- ket. These comforts will be. collected and forwarded to France monthIy.
Connecticut western news., 1918-01-17
PHILEMON JOHNSON ALTvEl
Winsted | Man Asserts He Saw HIm
 Last Summer.

Once again the question Of whether or not Philemon Johnson, the miss ing Norfolk treasurer still lives, arises. When Johnson made his sudden depaF- ture from Norfolk, he left information n to the effect that he intended to do away with himself, but np to the present time no trace of him has baan found.
 Those who know him best believe that he carried out his threat and tsst he is now no more. Others ere,equaliv as we'll satisfied that he, is sliving and th at he is not far from his home town Frederick Zavntkay of Winsted, who holds a responsible position with the railrcad company, is responsible fow the statement that last summer, quitw six months after Philemon W. Johnsoss had made his disappearance from Nor folk, he met him on a train from Bus- ton. near Providence, K. I. The Vim sted railroad man passed through C&S and saw Johnson, whom he knew we'll. He passed iuto another car to gets drink of water, the tank Tn his -caw being empty, and, returning, sgaim was the missing Norfolk man. Tber@ was no doubt in his mind about wh0 he was looking at. He sat down to ob- serve snd the train stopped for brief moment at a small station. Johnson, who Zavatksy was aware, has seeas him, must have left the train at this point, fer after that stop he was not seen again. Mir. Zavatkay is convince@ that he could have made no mistake He knew Johnson we'll, having mes him both in Winsted and in Norfolk was a personal acquaintance. and ha& intended to speak to him later, expect ing that he would remain on the trairs
Connecticut western news., 1918-01-17
PROHIBITION AMENDMENT
Governor Refuses to Call Special Ses-
 sion of Legislation.

On the grounds that legislative ao- tion on the federal prohibition amend meut should be taken only by 6 Legis- lature elected with the knowledge that the, question is to be voted upon Cover. nor Marcus Fl. ,Holcomb has signified his intention to refuse to callFa special session of the General Assembly for the consid. ration of the national pro- hibition amendment or to recommend that prohibition be voted upon at the coming special session which will con- sider the question of soldier suffrage.
 The Governor recently received a lester from the Connecticut Probibi- tion Committee calling attention to 8 resolution which it passed on Decem- Der 427 asking that he incorporate in his callfor the coming special session a recommendation that the question of State prohibition be voted upon. lie also received letter from the Prohi- bition National Committee asking that q special session of the Legislature be called immediately to consider the ratification. .ot the prohibition amend ment to the United States 'Constitu- tion. To both letters, the Governor replied that he did not approve of the sugge. .tions made and said he believed prohibition Legislation would not suffer "by waiting until the next regular session of the General Assembly when the people can, with knowledge that the matter is coming up, elect repre- sentatives with that in view.
Connecticut western news., 1918-01-17
LOCAL MERCHANTS UNITE TO CONSERVE FUEL SUPPLY Stores to be Closed Every Night at SiE O'clock Excepting on
 Saturday.

At the suggestion of some of our leading merchants, paper was circu- lated among the business men of the town early this week for the purpose of uniting the business mn as body to observe early clCsIng hours during the cold weather for the purpose of e nserving the coal suprly Without exception the merchants have endorsed the plan, agreeing that one night per week was sufficient to enable the people of this town to do rheir shop- ping.
 Commencing with Saturday niRht the following stores will close every night at six o'clock except Saturday, when they will remain oren untilS o'clock: G. l.. Parsons SS Son, Canaan Mercantile Co, F. R. Collin, C. E- BsdRley, N. E. Storm, A &. P. store. Benton & Wright, Fuller Hardware Co.,, Decker & Beebe John Bianchi- The drug stores will close every night except Saturday at s:15 to allow for the distribution of the evening papers. The stationary department of the Ca- naan Printing company will close aee every night until warm weather.
 There IS no shortage of Coal in the town of North Canaan at the present time but it is necessary to conserve fuel in order that other towns ana cities may get sufficient 10 supply the homes and keep the industries running which manufacture material for war purpl ses. That the coal situation is desperate, is revealed by the action taken in Massachusetts where stores are not allowed to open until 9 o'clock in the morning and must close at 6 and o'clock in the afternoon. The fuei administrators of this state have reconi- mended to the President that Monday should be declared legal holiday for the next or 10 weeks.
 Thousands of men are out of work in various cities due to the shortage cf coal and. in Torrington and Winsted many schools and ctories are burning wood in order that operation may be continued. Economy in the use of coal is absolutely necessary regardless ox ] the amount of coal on. hand -------..
Connecticut western news., 1918-01-17
.SEIGEI. I.-RAME -NUPTIALS
Fmmer Canaan Druggist Takes Bride
 in Torringaon.

The marriage of Samuel Siegea and Miss Henriette. .Jourdan Rame Of Tor rington took place Jan. g at the Rap. 'tist parsonage on Barber street. Rev. Walter T. Aiken, pastor of Calvary Bsptlst chusch performed the cere- meny. Thewedding,mas quiet owing to the recent. death of the hride s ibrother, Ferdinand Raane. MT, Siegel is employ ed as clerk at the North End drug store The brideis daugkter of MT. and MRg. Joseph Rame and was employ ed fer several .ayears as book. keeper at the w. F. Brennan store. Mr. and Mrs. Siegei left aftec the for a short wedding trip and on sthsir rretnrn will live at 2lz Mo street.
 Mir. ,SieRel eEyas employed here for several years, and has many stsanoh friends in tfss commun8ty who wish him .snccess snd matrimonial felicity.
Connecticut western news., 1918-01-17
EASTERN STAR SOCIAL.

The, social, held in the Masonic Lodge rooms under tbetauspiceso of the Eastern Stsr. n'last week, Wednesday evening. Jan. g, was a decided success in 6 social way eand~a'very good .sum was realized for the treasury. there were about 50 In attendance, Nsere were nine tables and progressive whist was the game for the evening Prizes were awarded as Follows; first prize. "a quar- ter's worth of sugar Svas awarded Mrs. $. J. Rniggs. and he consolation prize, @ bag of salt was awarded Mrs. James Hanlon. Hearts was the trump for the evening. Refreshments consisting of and coffee were served, all departing at an early hour for Gheir homes
Connecticut western news., 1918-01-17
L O. O. F. INSTALLATION.

The following officers of Canaau Lodge, No. 50, l. O. O. F. were in- stalled Monday evening, Jan. I4 by D. D. c. M. Edwin R. Wilder ana suite of Eclectic Lodge, No. 64, I. q. O. F. Collinsville.
 Dr. F. H. Lee. N. G.; Freemam Dempsey, V. G.; H. A. Holt, Rec. Sec.; 0. F. Hitchcock, Treas. J. O. Roraback, R. s. N. G.; s. B. Marshall. L. s. N. G.; W. H. schoonover, War den; G. s. Mather, Cond.; l.. A. Caldwell, V. G.; l.. J. streck, I. G4 H. H. Scutt, Chap; ID. M. Green, R. s. S.; W. G. Wyckoff, L. s. S.; aeo. F. Hsrdenberg, R. s. V.s G.; ID. J. Emmons, s. S. V. G.
Connecticut western news., 1918-01-17
MISS PRESCOTT DIES.

Miss Elizabeth Prescott died at the county hospital in N insted Friday morning, where she was taken Sunday for treatment. in her 67th year. She was born in Canaan, the daughter of Wesley and Elizabeth Kellogg Prescott. Miss Prescott had a retiring disposi. tion, sterling character, and was highly esteemed and beloved by 8 wide circle of friends She was memb Der of Christ church. She is survived by one brother, Henry, of East Canaan. Tue funeral services were held at the resi- derce of her brother Sunday at 1:30 p. m., Rev. A. B. Crichton, rector of Christ church officiating.
Connecticut western news., 1918-01-17
2 MILLION PENNIES
Are Said to Be Laid Up in ChiIdren's
 Banks in State.

"Bring out the stacker pennies; in- vest them in thrift stamps and war savings certificates'', is the slogan adopted for the Connecticut War Say ings Committee for amovtment which, it is hoped, will result in adding many thousaDds of dollars 10 Connecticut's allotment of $26, 100000 in the national war savings campaign.
 Local bankers estimated that there are at least 26, 900 pennies tied up in children's banks throughout the state. These lie idle from one years end to another and bear no interest. Bankers admit that much money is withdrawn from circulation in the shape of pennies every year, which, if diverted into other channels would have decidedly benencial effect on the finances of Connecticut.
 At the present time there is in evil dence a shortage of pennies that threatens to result seriously unls ss idle coppers gre again put into oircula- tion. Bankers hold the 6-eent trolley fare partly responsible, but they also declare that the hoarding of pennies by children is also partly responsible for the scarcity of these coins.
 War savings committee chairmen Connecticut will soon be asked to instruct children to take their pennies to the post offices and banks, where they may be xcLanged for thrift stamps and war savings certifi- i ,ates, the latter bearing interest at 4 | per cent, compounded quarterly. 1 Bankers however, ark the children to | 'oll the pennies into bundles of 25 to | 50 each in order to save 1he confusion | which would result from the placing If large quantities of uncounted pen lies in their hands.