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Connecticut western news., 1919-02-20
REUBEN S. LAWRENCE
Native of This Town Dies at Han
 over, Indiana

Word has been received by Frank Hitchcock of the death of his cousin, Reuben $. Lawrence, who was of the old Lawrence stock of Canaan, where he was born. The Wichita Eagle contains the following obitu- ary:
 Reuben s. Lawrence, formerly one of Wichita's oldest and most proni- nent citizens, died Feb. 13tht at his home in Hanover, Ind, following a paralytic stroke three months ago. He was GO years of age. MT. Law renee was born in Canaan, Conn.,, in 1858, but came to Wichita with his parents in October, 1872, locating on a farm reaching from the site where the Masonic home now stands east of the river. ' From his boyhood days MT. Law renee showed a great interest in books and after finishing the Wichi- ta high school he spent a year study ing preparatory to entering Prince ton university, where he graduated in 1888.
 He was married Jan. 1, 1899, to Miss Arlie M. Lewis of MerryaIl, Pa. and returned to Wichita to make his home. For several years MT. Law renee was professor of mathematics in the college at Emporia and later was president of the Lewis academy during the last years of it's existence in Wichita. He also taught in the Wichita high school and became head of the mathematics department, but resigned to take the position as pro- lessor of mathematics in the college at Hanover, Ind.
 He was a member of the First Presbyterian church and for many years served as one of the elders. He was also a member of the Mason ic order being eminent commander of the Knights Templar when he re- moved from this city.
 He is s,-rvived by his wife; a son, James, who is now teaching in the Hanover college, and three daugh- ters, Florence, who is teaching in| the Wichita high school, and Mary and Helen, both residing in Hanover, and one brother, Charles Lawrence, who is in the photoghaph supply business at 149 North Lawrence avenue. The funeral services and burial were held Sunday at his home in Hanover.
Connecticut western news., 1919-02-20
NEAR EAST RELIEF DRIVE
 FEB. 23rd TO MAR. .3rd
Canaan Asked for $45O to Re- lieve Starving Mothers and
 Children

The chance has come to the, people of Canaan to take hand in a great piece of national reconstruction which will enable the stricken peoples of the Near East to get on their feet and develop their political and na- tional life, and in so doing, settle the future of Asia for the next hundred years.
 1t is hard for us to visualize such an extreme calamity as these people are suffering but Governor Holcomb has said that "if the 4,0OO,000 starv- ing smothers and children over there were in Connecticut our people wotald provide the whole $30,000,- COG asked of the Nation"
 hn intensive campaign under the direction of the American Commit tee for Relief in the Near East, is to be carried on throughout the state from April 23rd to Mar. 3rd and the quota for Canaan is $45O. In this amount may be included all sub scriptions made by individuals, churches and Sunday Schools since the first of October, 1918.
 The local committee is confident of raising our apportionment. Mr. ". S. Smart, the treasurer will be glad to receive contributions, or in formation about gifts already made.
Connecticut western news., 1919-02-20
OLDER BOYS OF STATE
 MEET IN TWISTED FRIDAY
WiEl Discuss Tl2cir Share in Great Tasks of tl2e New
 World Citizenship

The State Older Boys Confer ence takes place this week Friday, Saturday and Sunday, in Win sted. This is the nineteenth annual gathering and the people of Winsted have generously opened their homes to the boys of the state, and the ] '0~~am committee has prepared a three day feast that will build up the boys in body and mind. The general theme is "The New World Citizen ship.
 The Conference opens with a din ner at zoo o'clock, Friday in the Y. M. c. A. gymnasium followed by speeches, the main one being "With the Boys of the 102nd", illustrated with pictures, by Rev. Roy M. Tough ton of New Haven. On Saturday morning Harry T. Baker of New York speaks on "The American Standard Program. This is fol lowed by sectional conferences on Church Clubs, Employed Boys, County Groups and High School Boys. Saturday afternoon is given to fun in the gymnasium. In the evening Amos P. Wilder, formerly Americal counsul at Shanghi will speak on "A World Wide, Citizen ship. Sunday afternoon and even ing Arthur N. Cotton of New York speaks on "The Challenge of the Hour" and "If Boys are to be Chris tian".
 Several boys from the local churches, scouts and High School are planning to attend. It would we'll repay any adults interested in work with boys to run over to Win sted for the public sessions on Sun day.
Connecticut western news., 1919-02-20
FATHER AND SONS
 HEAR YALE HERO
Arthur Howe and William F. Tyler Make Fine Impression
 at Inspiring Meeting

Two splendid addresses were giv- en at the Mass Meeting in the Town Hall, Sunday night. The speakers were MT. William F. Tyler, County Y. M. c. A. Secretary, and Mir. Ar thur Howe of Loomis Institute, Windsor, and. captain of the 1911 Yale Football team. The gathering was held under the auspices of the Parents Association as one of the features of the observance of Fath- CT and Son week, and was well at tended.
 MT. Tyler spoke particularly to the fathers, of their privilege and responsibility in developing "boy stuff" into men. He avoided giving advice, but in a forciful and interest ing way sought to inspire the fathers with sense of the bigness of their task.
 MT. J. Clinton Roraback. an old "gridiron" friend of MT. Howes in troduced him to the audience with tales of his leadership with the football squad. MT. Howe addressed himself to the boys with an earnest ness, simplicity and directness that appealed to everyone of his hearers. He urged the need of clean, courag- eous living, with stories from his own experience.
 The meeting was opened with prayer by the Rev. A. B. Crichton. Messrs. W. c. Ingalls,, Lester Place, John Adams and W. J. Hatmaker sang three quartettes. Miss May J. Kegler was pianist.
Connecticut western news., 1919-02-20
Postmaster Examination

The United States Civil Sevvrr Commission has announced an exam ination to be held at Winsted, Conn on Mar. 22, 1919 as a result of which it is expected to make certifcation to fill a contemplated vacancy in the position of fourth-class postmaster at Twin Lakes and other vacancies as they may occur at that office, un,- less it shall be decided in the intes- ests of the service to fill any vo- cancy by reinstatement. The cons- pensation of the postmaster at this office was $211 for the last fiscal year.
 application blanks, and full infoR- nation concerning the requirements of the examination can be secured from the postmaster at the place Of vacancy or from the United States Civil Service Commission, Washing ton, D. C.
Connecticut western news., 1919-02-20
THE LINCOLN CONCERT
IA Delightful Program for the Guests
 of Mrs. Bridgeman

Again this year as in years past has Mrs. Henry Bridgeman of Nor
 folk given to the music lovers of this vicinity wonderful treat. On Feb. l12th many people availed themselves |of the opportunity to hear, in the Norfolk Congregational church, more beautiful than ever with its simple land appropriate decorations, Lin- |coIn Memorial and Victory concert. Justice cannot be done in short notice to all, the gems on that pro gramme nor to the artists them |selves. James Price pleased with his line tenor voice in the Marseillaise- although it was the opening number land before the enthusiasm of the |aadience was aroused. Miss Mary Kent with her lovely voice, appear |ance, and dramatic rendering Of her |selections, won much applause. The Nicolai Schneer, did fine work And it is difficult to say wherein Jacques Thibaud, a hero lfrom eighteen months in the trenches land the musical star of the after |noon, gave the most pleasure. From his first number, the interesting Lalo Symphony to his last, the familiar |Wieniawsky Polonaise, his artistic rendering of all numbers charmed his audience, who called him back |again and again. It was altogether |delightf1 1l and long to be remember led afternoon.
Connecticut western news., 1919-02-20
Camp Fire Notes

On Saturday afternoon, at the home of Miss Dorothy Drum, Miss Price began her course in home nursing with the Camp Fire Girls. This first lesson consisted of finger bandaging.
 The Camp Fire is much indebted to the Visiting Nursing Association for the services of sIch an able and expert teacher, and hopes to recom- pense it by occasional additions to the loan closet, helping in the enter tainments given, from time to time, for raising funds for the association, and by subscribing whatever little surplus it may feel it can afford, when its own yearly expenses will have been defrayed.
Connecticut western news., 1919-02-20
Birth Hay Party

The members of the Ladies Aid of the Methodist church met at the home of Mrs. Emily Stone on Church Street Thursday afternoon. A short bTsiness meeting was held after which the afternoon was spent cele- brating Mrs. Stones birthday.
 The table in the pleasant old fashioned dining room was spread with a bo1ntif T luncheon provided by the hostess followed by delicious coffee, cake and ice cream. The l2dies presented Mrs. Stone with a suitable gift as remembrance. All on departing wished Mrs. Stone many more happy birthdays.
Connecticut western news., 1919-02-20
Miss Bridget Kane

Miss Bridget Kane died Friday, Feb. 7th at her room in the Can field building after long illness.
 Miss Kane was born in Ireland, and has resided in Canaan for the past 40 years. Hardening of the arteries was the cause of death. She is survived by two nieces, Katherine and Mary Finnegan of Canaan. The funeral was held Monday morning, February 10th, at St. Joseph's ch~ rch and burial was in St. Joseph's cemetery.
Connecticut western news., 1919-02-20
Mrs. Bridgman on Board

One of the members of the Con- necticut board of the Connecticut State association opposed to Woman S-ffrage is Mrs. H. H. Bridgman of Norfolk. The antis charge the "s ifs" are allied with the l. W. W. and in league with bolsheviki. The state association has adopted resolu- tions prepared by the national organ ization asking senatorial investiga- tion of suffrage movement in connec- tion with radical inquiry. It wants to know where the million dollar fund came from.
Connecticut western news., 1919-02-20
26th May Sail Thursday

"The 26th division will start for home about Feb. 2O'', Gen. Persh- ing Saturday cabled Congressman Alvan T. Fuller of Maiden.
 This is the most definite word yet received regarding the time for the homecoming of the New England division. Letters and cablegrams from officers and men of the division have indicated that they were ex- pecting an early reteurn to this country, and Secretary Baker, when in Boston recently, promised to do whatever lay in his power to expe- diate the embarkation of the division
Connecticut western news., 1919-02-20
Odd Fellows Initiate

Four new members were initiated at Odd Fellows Hall on Monday night. The work was done by twen- ty-seven members of the Clifton Lodge, I. o. O. F. who came over from Winsted for that purpose.
 After working the Initiation De- gree speeches were made and sand wiches, doughnuts and coffee served.
 The four initiates were Joseph Franks, Leonard Franks, George Kimball and Hugh Mead.
Connecticut western news., 1919-02-20
Red Cross Notes

Three cases inclosing the follow ting articles were shipped from the North Canaan Branch on February |15th:-
 10 2 year old dresses, 10 small quilts, 3 afghans, 5 bonnets, 10 pairs Ibootees, 6 layettes, 1 pair under drawers, 1 undershirt, B pairs paja- mas, 5 women's skirts, 40 triangular bandages, pairs socks.
Connecticut western news., 1919-02-20
Eastern Star Social

The Lincoln social held under tH> auspices of Esther Chapter, o. E. last Wednesday evening, Feb. 18th, was a decided success both socially and financially. Progressive whi8 was the program for the evening, there were about 40 in attendance Prizes were awardedGeorge Corcos- an and Mrs. S. J. Briggs, after ahich refreshments consisting of cake ana coffee were served.
Connecticut western news., 1919-02-20
No Fifth Liberty Loan

There will be no fifth Liberty or Victory loan, it was tentatively agreed upon Wednesday at Wash Eington. Instead a series of short
 |term notes will be issued and upon |Shese congress will set rate of in
 crest.
Connecticut western news., 1919-02-20
Valentine Party

Miss Alferetta Beebe gave a val entine party to a ndmber of her friends at her home on West Main Street last Saturday afternoon. Various games were played and dain- ty refreshments served, after which all departed for thoir several homes thanking Miss Reebe for the very rlcazan: time they al had.
Connecticut western news., 1919-02-20
Walter King Stone

Word has been received from Mr.
 Stone from Sorcy on the Mouse, Y here he has held the position of H [ Secre'a~y. He expects soon to be transfo~re5 to the wo,k of Hut D3cc-&3: :. = 7oris. H's address will be Iz kae D'Agguesseau, Paris.
Connecticut western news., 1919-02-20

A large n,-mbar attended the pool to -rnament held at Coons & Beebe's Tuesday evening, between Millerton an Canaan, Millerton won by 13 balls.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1919-06-22
CURTIS TIRES ARE
 MORE ECONOMICAL Local Tire Concern Has Made Test for Six Months
 and Curtis Leads

H. j. Posner, of the Blacklock-Pos Tire company, has just taken on the ex- elusive distribution for Curtis tires for the state, hand-built tire with a guar antee of 5000 miles and on cords 5000 miles. Mir Posner has made a test within the past few months which has shown that the Curtis tires have supreme wear ing qualities and are absolutely depend able for service. These tires have gone over the toughest roads and hills and are still firm and show little wear, while other higher priced tires have been worn to shreds, says NIr. Posner.
 It is tire that actually gives you more than what you buy in the way of mile- age. It costs much less than the ordi- nary tires sold for long mileage and motorists will find them within the reach of their pocketbooks. Several dealers have been appointed in the state and MT. Posner states that he will soon have the
The Birmingham age-herald., 1919-06-22

The royal air force of England has in- stituted an eye drill that has made many splendid pilots out of men who other wise would have been useless. It was discovered that a large percentage of the early days pilots were not tested for eye balance. Many men were then passed into the air service who could never land correctly. When these deficiencies were discovered a school was formed and under an eye specialist twice a day airmen undergoing the cure were paraded for eye drill and taught how to use both their eyes at the same time. The result was that 95 per cent of the mon who would have been bad pilots became good ones in a little while.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1919-06-22
BILL PAPE WAITING

Bill Pape, salesman with the Drennen Motor Car company, is some ball player when it comes to hitting out the long orders for Cadillac and Oldsmobile cars. Bilfs been sitting steady in a Mullins boat waiting for the two big factories to ship in few carloads over the home plate so he can tap out few home runs over the back fence. Bill says that he has helped to. clean the bases of Cadil-
 laos and Oldsmobiles and the only thing occupying his time is taking orders for the big used car and truck bargains of fered by the Drennen Motor Car com pany. Many motorists know Bill Pape and when they want a used car they usually go to him for Bill always picks em a good one.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1919-06-22
Camping in Morocco

From Through the Gates of the Mo-
 ghreb,' by Elsie F. Well in Asia Mag
 azine.
 The Moroccan encampment, whether it is military or that of some travelling band, is always picturesque. The tents of persons of distinction are often sur mounted with copper balls and decorated with arabesques of cloth. Camping is a fine art in Morocco, where the roads are almost impossible, and the chief means of transportation is by caravan. All day one rides across the great plains, prodig- ally covered with iris, daffodils, daisies, buttercups and wild lavender. Perhaps a wild band of horsemen will gallop by, their robes, sea green, salmon colored and blue, streaming in the wind, their horses richly caparisoned like those Of some crusading king. Occasionally one skirts a little village built of mud and
The Birmingham age-herald., 1919-06-22
LOOKING FOR OAKLANDs

E. c. Creel, president of the Creel Mo- lanta and he states that there will De more Oaklands coming to the Birming ham territory People have realized the unusual value of the Oakland Sensible Six says MT. Greet and they are not hesitating in putting in their order and waiting for their car to arrive. The Oak lands are promised to be shipped and it is expected that the whole family of Oakland owners will soon be overjoyed with a real economical motor cars says MT. Creel.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1919-06-22

watt1e and surrounded by fields of wheat and barley. Here and there the white domed shrine of some saint rises serenely above the plain. And at sundown the shepherds playing on their reed flutes drive their flocks of sheep and goats home from pasture. Then it is tune to pitch the tents near a grove of orange trees or on a fairy carpet of ced ane- mones One dimes on roasted sheep and ccus-cous, and is lulled to sleep by the songs of the guard under the intense blue of the African sky.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1919-06-22
DolJ Has Rubber ssMusclesv

A dell that will actually walk is one of the novelties shown in the Popular Me- clianics Magazine The inventor has been able to produce locomotion by using the resiliency of rubber bands as a sub stituts for muscular action. Of course it will not str oil away by itself, but when led by the arm and swayed gently from side to side, it gives a very fair imi- tatiol. Of promenade. Handled with an acquired knack, 1t readily bows and even executes a few tepsichorean steps
The Birmingham age-herald., 1919-06-22

state covered thoroughly with dealers for Curtis tires. The cord tires are dou- ble oversize, which increases the mileage to a great extent and the secret and scientific construction assures motorists the best that money can buy. These tires are sold on an adjustment basis.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1919-06-22
BUYS TIRE COMPANY

J. A. Obenohain has just purchased the Bowman Auto and Tire company, and will carry a complete line of Miller gear ed to the road tires of which he is ex- elusive dealer in Birmingham. A large line of auto accessories will also be car ried in stock and a gasoline service sta- tion where motorists will find everything needed to make motoring a real pleasure. MT. Obenchain will enlarge his vulcan izing plant and will make a speciality of looking after this end of the service.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1919-06-22
NEW TIRE CONCERN

c. D. Watkins, of the Watkins Tire company, has just opened a new tire and vulcanizing plant at 2500 Fifth avenue, north and will be ready for business this week. The new concern will represent the Porter tires and tubes l will in- stall quick service department, where the automobile owners will be relieved of tire troubles.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1919-06-22
INTERNATIONALS STARTED

Hogan & White, the new motor truck concern just opened temporary offices at ZOOS Avenue c, and have placed a few trucks out in the territory this week. Frank Hog and Harry White state that they are going to cover the field thoroughly with the International trucks and they will back up every owner with genuine service that will keep their trucks in constant operation the year around.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1919-06-22
BACKFIRES ALONG
 AUTOMOBILE ROW
ALABAMA BATTERY co.

P E. Davidson, manager of the Ala oama Battery company, dealers in Eveready batteries, says that their busi- ness has shown an increase last week. It has only been few weeks since this modern battery service station has been opened and many motorists are taking advantage of the modern equipment in stalled to keep the Eveready users, as well as owners of all kinds of batteries served with expert attention.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1919-06-22
KISSELS ARE COMING

Walter Meseroll. president of the Mes eroll Sales and Service company, says that a shipment of Kissel Kars are on their way and many of the back orders will be filled. The new Kissel is every thing automobile enthusiasts expect in sens,ble motor car building. And too it has the mighty power to perform as
The Birmingham age-herald., 1919-06-22
PIERCE ATTRACTS CROWDS

Hewitt Heninger, sales manager for the Denegre Car and Truck company, says that the salesrooms have had many visitors to see the new 24-valve Pierce Arrow, 7-passenger car. It is the master piece in high class motor car construc- tion and shows the ability of it's manu- facturers to produce what the admirers of fine cars demand.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1919-06-22

A Frenchman has invented clock which runs without attention as long as its battery is in good condition, and as the power of the latter is very lightly drawn upon the clock may be relied upon for many years.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1919-06-22

you would like it. The body lines Have been changed and the new cars look real classy and that's the reason there
 is greater demand this year than ever before.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1919-06-22

Theatregoers are to have the use of racks where they may leave their cigars when they enter and obtain them again after the performance is ended.
The Kentuckian. [volume] (Hopkinsville, Ky.) 191?-19??, 1919-11-25
shins and Their Names.

Peace has brought with it>the incl
dental discussion in section OF the
English press of the meaning OF and
reason for the names of certain ships
in the British navy. Truly my lords
OF the admiralty, acting as sponsors
have gone to some strange sources for
The nomenclature, Not merely coun-
tries and cities have been drawn upon,
s.n many Of The creatures figuring In
nenagecie have been freely utilized.
hen tlcrc 49, the vessels named
,1rr lilo ,uil'r schools and insutu-
ions Of l;n4iand. such as Uppingham,
ronbridgc. Westminster. Rugby, Chel-
enham, EPSON and so on. If Elton
should feel jealous over the matter OF
is neglect 1t can take kind Of re-
elected comfort in the fact that there
g destroyer called Windsor.
The Kentuckian. [volume] (Hopkinsville, Ky.) 191?-19??, 1919-11-25
Ree,pIea, Of Old Eionor.

Prince Ferdinand Radziwill, who 70
GENTLY presided at the opening of the
new Polish parliament, ia a distant
relative Of the HohenZollerus and one
Of the pillars of the old Polish nobility.
The honor accorded Prince Radziwill
was declared to be absolutely without
political significance, but entirely a
matter of custom. The prince cams
into the temporary presidency by rea-
son cr seniority only. Fe Is eighty
five gears old and is the Oldest member
on the floor of parliament. BY virtue
of a Similar custom the youngest two
members Of the house, a socialist md a
Cathcllc priest, neither OF them more
than twenty-five years old. acted as
-ice presidents and sat to lef' anu rlgh'
Of the old nohleman all through thV
first session. assisting HIM hTbe carry
ing on of his duties.
The Kentuckian. [volume] (Hopkinsville, Ky.) 191?-19??, 1919-11-25
HIGH WINS
ANOTHER CANE
Beat. MadisonvilIe By Score of rs
To 3.

On last Friday, the HopkinsyilIe
High School football team, in a bril-
liantly played game, defeated Maids
onville on their home grounds by a
score of 26 to 3.
Madisonville made its lone coun-
ter on drop kick by Heltsley in the
last minute of play The whole
Hopkinsville team played Champion
ship ball. Hooe at quarter and Croft
and Dabney at the halves played the
best ground-gaining game for the
Orange and Black. Capt. CantrelI
in the line was as usual a tower Of
strength.
The jacksonville Messenger says:
"The writer has followed West
Kentucky football for twelve years
and in his judgment Hopkinsville has
the best team this season the school
could ever boast. It's work compares
with that of the greensboro team TO
the latter's disadvantage, regardless
of the Hopkinsville- greensboro score.
The lineup was as follows: