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Putnam patriot. [volume] (Putnam, Conn.) 1872-1962, 1919-09-05
Presentation Of Flag

Preceding the parade beautiful
silk flag was presented to Anselm
Mayotte Post, American Legion, by
ladies of the Woodstock and Thomp-
son Equal Franchise Leagues. Short
addresses were made by Mrs. John
son of Woodstock, Mrs. Harrison
Nichols, Thompson, and Miss Rosa
mond Danielson of Putnam Heights.
As the beautiful stand of colors was
passed over Lieutenant Edward F.
Perry, president Of the Legion, made
a short address of acceptance. 1t
was another memorable occasion and
came as surprise to members of the
Legion, who are deeply appreciative
of the fine gift.
Putnam patriot. [volume] (Putnam, Conn.) 1872-1962, 1919-09-05
Soldiers Heartily Greeted

The first musical organization, the
Goodyear band, came next, heading
the service men, soldiers and sailors,
numbering $50 or more. The veter-
ans, in command of Lieut.. John H
Moss, assisted by Lieut.. Harold s.
Corbin. walked with military swing
that denoted their army training, and
were received with hand elapping
cheers along the route. They were
watched with the greatest interest, as
they were real attributes of the great
war and it was they who We're the
honored guests of the day. Their
new colors were carried by Sergeant
Michael Daigle of the army, Ernest
Chapdelaine of the navy and Joseph
Ryan of the marines serving as color
guard. The sailors, about twenty-five
in all, followed at the rear and We're
applauded as loudly as were the sol
diers.
Putnam patriot. [volume] (Putnam, Conn.) 1872-1962, 1919-09-05
NOTES OF THE BIG DAY
St. Mary's Triumphal Arch

One of the specially noticeable
features on the line of march was the
beautiful triumphal arch erected by
St. Mary's parish in front of the
church on Providence street This
was the only arch in the city and it
gracefully SPAWNED this broad thor
oughfare. The arch bore the numer-
ais, PIT, the proud record of the num-
Der of young men of the parish who
entered the country's service. The
mineral on a gold star was in honor
of those who will never return. AT
the very top was large gold star If
honor of Rev. Anselm Mayotte, who
resigned as curate of st. Mary's par
ish to enter the service and who died
in France. 1t is after the beloved
clergyman that the Putnam branch of
the American Legion is named. The
arch was made of wood, but this was
completely covered by boughs and the
use of large quantity of bunting and
national emblems.
Putnam patriot. [volume] (Putnam, Conn.) 1872-1962, 1919-09-05
The Menu

The banquet itself deserves the
highest praise, as does the firm who
served it, Besse, caterers, of Hart
ford. The service was good, the food
was good, and best of all-from the
viewpoint of the boys who had liked
four miles on review was all
that one could eat.
The tables were attractively laid
out Three long tables extended
along the center of the hall. Running
at right angles the speakers table
was at the head. White linen, strewn
with flowers, and with candles burn
ing under attractive shades, made a
pretty sight.
The menu was as follows
Tomato Soup
French Rolls Diced Bread
Salmon Croquettes
Green Peas with Cream Sauce
Roast Turkey
Mashed Potato Cranberry Sauce
Brown Gravy Celery ..
Ice Cream Fancy Cakes
Coffee
Putnam patriot. [volume] (Putnam, Conn.) 1872-1962, 1919-09-05
Address by Major Haggerty

The soldiers then marched to the
speakers stand in the center of the
large lot and were seated about it on
the front side G. Harold Gilpatric
introduced Major Haggerty of the
l62nd Connecticut, New Haven, after
welcoming the soldiers as honored
heroes. The speaker gave an inter
esting account of the Goth division,
which was listened to with close at
tention. Lieutenant Moss then said
that formation would be resumed and
a march made to the place where
"chow" was to be served. Some
doughboy shouted. rs it corned will
he?" which brought forth laugh.
Putnam patriot. [volume] (Putnam, Conn.) 1872-1962, 1919-09-05
Parade Reviewed

At the municipal building the par
ade was reviewed by the mayor and
city officials. When the line reached
the High school grounds the band,
mounted and marching soldiers left
The procession and reviewed it as it
passed northward on School street.
The officers sat upon their horses and
saluted as each stand of colors pass
ed The boys" were generous in
their applause of the various features
passed before them.
Putnam patriot. [volume] (Putnam, Conn.) 1872-1962, 1919-09-05

Then came Wapaquasset Tribe of
Red Men This is one of the young
est organizations in Putnam, but its
showing in the big parade was both a
surprise and one of the features Two
floats with small trees among which
squatted members of the tribe, were
followed by the big chiefs and lead
ers of the tribe in full regalia. The
tribe members were all in full war
paint and carried war clubs and tom
ahawks Occasionally few war
whoops were given. This showing
was greatly admired for its novelty
and was heartily received
Putnam patriot. [volume] (Putnam, Conn.) 1872-1962, 1919-09-05
Music Furnished at Banquet

While the men were eating, music
was furnished by Pops Jazz band.
This was thoroughly enjoyed. Popu-
lar songs were sung between courses.
Miss Rose Seguin of Central Village
also was present and sang several Sc
lections, which were greeted with
rounds of applause, whistles and all
other forms of sincere appreciation.
Miss Seguin has been in Halifax for
two years, and has been singing for
returning soldiers. She knows what
the boys like-and gave it to them.
Needless to say they appreciated her
part in the program. Miss Seguin vol
unteered her services to the commit
tee.
Putnam patriot. [volume] (Putnam, Conn.) 1872-1962, 1919-09-05
Manufacturer, Trades and Others

Manufacturers, Trades ana Others
Then came the newly organized
Manhasset band dressed in new uni
forms, making a good appearance the
first time seen in public.
The Southern New England Tele-
phone Co. had the most unique float
in the parade, and one that could not
be fully appreciated by a passing
glimpse. The exhibit consisted Of a
regular telephone switch board and
girls sitting nearby at individual tele-
phones. These individual telephones
all had connection with the switch
board and the operator could even be
called up from a phone on the driy-
er's seat. Not only this, but the ex-
hibit was SO equipped that BY carry
ing a coil Of wire that was in read
mess, to the telephone company's
wire. the central Office could be called
from anywhere on the line Of march
that the parade happened TO stop
Little lights flashed on the switch
board just as in the central station
and the whole organization was a min
iature telephone system complete on
wheels. On Providence street, c. T.
Thayer of the company's force, who
arranged this unique display, con
neeted it with nearby wire and one
could get connection through the cen
trail station to any reasonably nearby
point in the state. A big blue bell
swung overhead denoted that the
BELL" system was working below.
Then came two most attractive
floats of the Manhasset Manufactur-
ing Company. The first, representa-
tive of the Army and Navy, proudly
bore the company's service flag with
its az blue and two gold stars, the
latter denoting that two employees had
lost their lives in their country's SER
vice. The second float, simple and
dignifed, trimmed in yellow and
white, carried tablet inscribed with
the list of battles in which the Ameri-
can troops fought overseas. This
float was often spoken of for its dig
nified simplicity, as its impressive sig
nifcance caught all eyes.
A float representing three periods
of United States history-1776, Rev
dictionary war; 1865, Civil war, and
1918, World war, was attractive, as
was second float representing Amer
lea feeding the world. These were
both entered by the H. K H. Silk Co.
l.. BONN, contractor, had another
unique float. 1t was miniature cot
tage on wheels and through the win
dows the smiling faces of children
could be seen.
The Methodist Sunday school was
represented in decorated car driven
by d. B. Gilbert.
John B. Byrne also drove a decorat-
ed car representing the Peoples Store,
in which his sister, Miss Isabelle
Byrne, an overseas nurse, rode.
The Diamond store had tasty ex-
hibit, and the G. M. C. truck was rep
resented by a decorated chassis. A
long line of individual autos brought
up at the rear.
Putnam patriot. [volume] (Putnam, Conn.) 1872-1962, 1919-09-05
Medals Presented by Mayor

The program in the hall was con-
cluded by the presentation of the
medals by Mayor Allie w. Marcy to
the Putnam service men. These med
ais make an extremely appropriate
and pleasing souvenir. Hanging from
a red, white and blue ribbon is a
bronze cross, with a United States
seal on one side, and on the other is
inscribed: Presented by the people
of Putnam, Connecticut, in apprecia-
ton of services in the World War =
This side also bears the seal of the
city.
Putnam patriot. [volume] (Putnam, Conn.) 1872-1962, 1919-09-05

had cooperated with him. Il never
saw bunch of fellows who had never
worked together march a. you fellows
marched today" said the lieutenant.
ut was wonderful"
At o'clock the doors Of the hall
were thrown open, and the tables
quickly filed. Two hundred and
forty-four places were occupied, in
Guiding the tables set aside for the
speakers and invited guests. In or
der that the men might be together,
those who were to nave been served
at the speakers table adjourned to
the Putnam Inn. A number of ser
vice men were also taken to the Inn,
there not being room enough to ac-
commodate them at the hall. Whea
the banquet was originally planned, it
was thought that 125 plates would be
enough. Walter J. Bartlett, chair
man Of the committee, did not be-
lieve that this was a large enough
number, and finally got the committee
TO sanction placing an order for 200.
At the last moment he decided that
he would take the responsibility for
ordering 225 plates. His foresight is
to be praised, for without it many
men would either have been left out,
or would have had to be taken TO the
Inn. Enough extra food had been
brought by the caterers to provide for
the Pa in the hall.
Putnam patriot. [volume] (Putnam, Conn.) 1872-1962, 1919-09-05

The committee in charge of the
events of the day are to be congratu-
lated at the way they planned and
carried out the whole affair.
The soldier boys all said that the
"eats" left nothing to be desired.
+ A little sunshine would have helped,
but the fact that it did not rain when
so threatening leaves no cause for re-
grets.
The Indians were a decidedly in
teresting feature in the parade and
lent a bit of lively color.
Those who saw the parade say that
Putnam certainly has some good look
ing girls.
Putnam patriot. [volume] (Putnam, Conn.) 1872-1962, 1919-09-05
Ladies' Societies

The Ladies o. the G. a. r. were in
two autos followed by the float of the
Elizabeth Porter Putnam Chapter, ID.
a. r. This float represented a New
England home scene with an old
spinningwheel and everything com
plete. even to the ladies in Colonial
costumes.
Next came the float of the W. r. C..
followed by Warren's famous drum
corps, augmented to thirty men,
drums and filters, and the music of
former days was excellent to the ears
of marchers.
Putnam patriot. [volume] (Putnam, Conn.) 1872-1962, 1919-09-05
Every body Welcome, Everything
Free"

The Knights of Columbus Hut"
was a delight to the $50 service men.
for it was familiar scene to them,
and they had learned that it meant
ing their army experiences. AS it
passed in review by the men of the
Legion it was cheered. but even then
it is doubtful that the men realized
that, as the ''huts" in various camps
and overseas, it would disgouge its
contents for their benefit. When the
gifts were distributed by the two
gracious overseas secretaries and
their assistants, it brought smile to
every mans face. They knew that
anything the X. of C. handed out
would be something they wanted. And
it certainly was. Cigarettes first of
all Then little bar of sweet choco-
late after the long march. With
chewing gum and a clean handker-
chief. AS neat and as useful little
kit" as could have been thought of,
but, according to the boys" the X.
of C. always did think of things for
their comfort
A feature of the K. of C. council
was the presence of two overseas sec
retaries from headquarters. Messrs.
John Moore and John Lynch. These
gentlemen said that they have attend
ed ten such events and give Putnam
the credit of the Best parade they
have seen. handled with the least con-
fusion and the greatest orderliness
seen anywhere Other features were
the carrying of bouquets by officers
of the council which formed the let
tiers, X of c., and the hut containing
Putnam patriot. [volume] (Putnam, Conn.) 1872-1962, 1919-09-05
French Societies

The ST. Jean Baptiste members
were out in force Some were on
horseback, while others marched.
Their float showed the child st. Jean
and the lamb.
On the next float. Canada Ameri-
can, were seen knights. This was fol-
lowed by the float of the Circle
advancement, showing the spirit of
10 with Washington and Lafayette,
and of 1918 with Foch and Pershing.
The Fishing Club was an oddity,
This was boat on float and in II
sat several men with fishpoles and the
lines dangling over the side OF the
boat.
The "Bell of Peace" was an at
Putnam patriot. [volume] (Putnam, Conn.) 1872-1962, 1919-09-05
Odd Fellows

Israel Putnam Lodge of Odd Eel
lows followed, led by members of the
degree team in full knight uniform
with spears and shields. A float de
picting some of the emblems of the
order preceded the members of the
order
Mizpah Rebekah Lodge, the ladies
auxiliary of the Odd Fellows, came
next with a pretty Liberty float, and
the people along the line wondered
how it could be possible for Miss Edna
Tourtellotte, as Liberty, to keep her
hand bearing the torch aloft during
the long line of march-but she did
it to the wonder of all.
Putnam patriot. [volume] (Putnam, Conn.) 1872-1962, 1919-09-05
Second Division

Assistant Marshal Alexander Gill
man and his aides headed the second
division of the parade. The Canadian
band of North Grosvenor-Dale was
the leading musical organization, and
il was followed by the C. A c. guard,
which made very noticeable and
striking appearance.
An auto containing girls of the c.
A. c. followed and preceded the float
of the Foresters, "Cour Joffre," which
attracted much attention.
Putnam patriot. [volume] (Putnam, Conn.) 1872-1962, 1919-09-05
Marshal and Officers

Charles A. Thayer, Marshal, came
next, heading the mounted officers,
most of whom had seen service over
seas. All were of the U. S. Army, ex-
cept Chaplain Boynton Merrill now
pastor of the Congregational church.
whose white uniform of the u. S.
Navy made contrast to the army
drab.
Putnam patriot. [volume] (Putnam, Conn.) 1872-1962, 1919-09-05
X I'd q

Then came the Moosup band fol
lowed by CargiH Council, K of C.
This society made a most impressive
spectacal with its two floats, one the
now historic hut" with the inscrip-
ton, Everybody Welcome. Every
thing Free and the other the flag
ship Of Columbus depicting the land.
ing Of the great explorer. The mem
bers marched between the two well
presented floats.
Putnam patriot. [volume] (Putnam, Conn.) 1872-1962, 1919-09-05
Police Lead the Way

The line was headed by Captain
John Bulger and squad of police
men. All were neatly uniformed and
their polished brass buttons shown
clear and bright. They made fine
appearance as they led the way and
kept the right of way clear
Putnam patriot. [volume] (Putnam, Conn.) 1872-1962, 1919-09-05
The Banquet at Hammond Hall

1t was just 4.S0 when the line of
service men reached Hammond hall
at the conclusion of the parade. and
this was three quarters of an hour
sooner than the firm of caterers had
planned. As a result the men were
dismissed for one-half hour. Before
they fell out, Lieut. John Moss took
occasion to thank the men in uniform
for the splendid way in which they
Putnam patriot. [volume] (Putnam, Conn.) 1872-1962, 1919-09-05
Salvation Army

The Salvation Army was represent
ed by a float on which was large
globe with soldiers and Army lassies
stationed at each corner Of the plat
form. There was also an inscription,
"The World for Christ. " This or
ganization is dear to every soldiers
heart
Putnam patriot. [volume] (Putnam, Conn.) 1872-1962, 1919-09-05
Will Long Be Remembered

This concluded Putnam's Welcome
Home Day, which, as already said,
will live in memory during the lives
of those who participated, and will
be alluded to by generation after gen.
Grafton as one of the biggest and best
celebrations that Putnam ever saw
Putnam patriot. [volume] (Putnam, Conn.) 1872-1962, 1919-09-05

The Eagles made fine appearance
dressed in white shirts dark trousers,
and wearing hats in the form of over
seas hats made Of dark red material
and Inscribed # O. r., 1914" This
order had float representing large
seige gun.
Putnam patriot. [volume] (Putnam, Conn.) 1872-1962, 1919-09-05
r. p. o. f. and r. of A.

Putnam Lodge of Elks was the first
fraternal organization in the pro
cession. The lodge banner was car
ried at the head and then a large
American flag that stretched nearly
across the street, was supported by
members. All wore blue bands on
their hats, denoting their order,
A little boy dressed as Uncle Sam
headed the Foresters, who made a
good showing.
Putnam patriot. [volume] (Putnam, Conn.) 1872-1962, 1919-09-05
X. of c. Distributes Gifts

The X. of c. hut was pulled up to
one side and the contents were dis
tributed to the soldiers. Each service
man received handkerchief, package
of chewing gum. package of eigarets
and box of matches and bar of choc-
olate.
Putnam patriot. [volume] (Putnam, Conn.) 1872-1962, 1919-09-05
Polish Citizens

The Polish Society with the White
Eagle. Polish band of Quidnick, R. L.,
also made a most commendable show
ing. There were women in Polish
costume with their bright colored
gowns and float depicting Uncle
Sam caring for Belgian children. A
portrait of Presi ent Wilson was car
lied on the shoulders of four girls
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Continued from Page One)

Congregational church reached three
minutes of the hour he gave the COM
mand, Attention. Sitting there
with his eye on the dial of the clock
the marshal waited until the first
stroke of the bell was heard, when the
command, March, was given, and,
as the second stroke of the clock rang
out, the line was under way.
Putnam patriot. [volume] (Putnam, Conn.) 1872-1962, 1919-09-05

cot and another soldier was seen
sitting at table receiving bandages.
There were really four sections to
this division, and its appearance was
of the best.
Putnam patriot. [volume] (Putnam, Conn.) 1872-1962, 1919-09-05
CARD OF APPRECIATION

Charles e. Dean, chairman, and
members Of the committee of the Wei
come Home Day celebration, wish to
thank the citizens Of Putnam for their
hearty cooperation in making Wei
come Home Day the success that it
WAS
Putnam patriot. [volume] (Putnam, Conn.) 1872-1962, 1919-09-05

The veterans of the Civil War and
members of the local draft board
were seen riding in automobiles. The
old "yets" were reminders of another
great struggle which united the north
and the south in bonds of union so
that the sons of both were proud 70
fight side by side in this last great
war as comrades.
Putnam patriot. [volume] (Putnam, Conn.) 1872-1962, 1919-09-05
Hixh School Cadets

Then came the High School Cadets,
wearing their spouess white sailor
uniforms and marching like real sol
diers. They were commanded by Da-
gid Lown.
Putnam patriot. [volume] (Putnam, Conn.) 1872-1962, 1919-09-05
Spanish War Vets.

The Spanish War Veterans had the
next place in the line and following
them were the Boy Scouts.
Putnam patriot. [volume] (Putnam, Conn.) 1872-1962, 1919-09-05
Praise For the Band

In this regard the band deserves
praise. 1t had played all the after
noon during the parade and was not
aware that its services would be re-
Putnam patriot. [volume] (Putnam, Conn.) 1872-1962, 1919-09-05

The Red Cross ladies came next.
They had a float significant of the
great work done by this grand organ
ization. A wounded soldier occupied
Putnam patriot. [volume] (Putnam, Conn.) 1872-1962, 1919-09-05
Moose

The Moose came next with many
marchers and carrying their service
flag.
Putnam patriot. [volume] (Putnam, Conn.) 1872-1962, 1919-09-05
Social Order

The Social Order of Putnam had al
pretty float to close the end of the
first division.
Putnam patriot. [volume] (Putnam, Conn.) 1872-1962, 1919-09-05
PUTNAM HEROES PROUDLY WELCOMED BY
THRONG THAT APPLAUDS EVERYWHERE

tractive float of the ladies Of Counsel
La Concord, st. Jean Baptiste.
The Washington herald., 1919-03-16
KOREANS RESENT.
ACTION OF JAPS.
Cable Peace Conferees Nip
ponese Are failing Ma
tionalist Leaders.

New York, March 15.-Japanese
gendarmes, soldiers and police author
tiles In Korea, in suppressing the Ma
tionalist movement there, are forcing
Koreans to sign documents stating
that they desire to retain japanese
rule, according to information received
from Pexin tonight by Henry Chung.
representative Of the Korean National
list movement here.
Those who refuse 20 sign are
jailed" the message from President
Aim, of the National headquarters at
San Francisco, stated.
A-eablegram. signed by Syngman
Knee. Harvard graduate and a per-
sonal friend of President Wilson, and
Chung. who represent 10000 Koreans
fi the United States, has been sent to
E@oy,d George, asking, ''in the name of
humanity, use your good office with
The Japanese government in favor OF
patriotic men Of Korea now under ar
rest,
Z According to the cablegram sent to
Lloyd George. 100000 Koreans, in
eiuding the members of 1000 Christian
churches. have declared Korea's inde-
pendenee at Seoul, Pyengyang and
ether centers More than 1,o00 Nation
shst leaders have been arrested by
the Japanese. il stated.
The Washington herald., 1919-03-16
PUTS DRY LAW
TO LEcAL TEST
Brewery Stockholder, ii
Petition to u. S. Court,
Calls Act Void.

New York, March 15.-The wartime
prohibition acts constitutionality Is
to be tested In an action started to-
day by a stockholder Against the
James Everard Breweries in the Fed
eral Court. Joseph E. Everard, the
asks for restraining
order against the suspension by the
of its manufacturing activ-
tiles on May and its sales on July j.
Elihu Root. chief counsel for the
represents as unconsti-
tutional the emergency prohibition
clause passed November q aast, con-
tending that as the armistice had been
signed and hostilities had ceased. the
designated object of the measure was
and hence the act was
not an emergency measure The
Presidents proclamation of the arm
istice, II is cotnended, marked the
Of the necessity Of prohi-
bition as a means OF conserving the ma
tion's grain to maintain the country's
man power TO carry on the war.
The internal revenue regulations re-
stricting the manufacture OF near
beer prior to May 1 to products not
exceeding 2 "a per cent Of alcoholic
content, and the alcoholic reduction
later to l-2 Of ! per cent were sub
jected to attack. Congress, 1t was
gave no authority for the
l-2 Of / per cent Limitation and beer
containing 3-4 per cent of alcohol
Ia n non -intoxicant.
The Washington herald., 1919-03-16
PICK SUMMER CLOTHES
FOR POSTOFFICE MEN
Committee Selects Uniforms and
BIouses to Be Worn by Carriers.

Summer uniforms and blouses to be
worn by the local letter carriers of the
city postoffice were selected yesterday
afternoon. The award for the uni
forms will go to a New York uniform
company and for the blouses to the
Pennsylvania Garment Company. of
Williamsport. Pa.
The uniforms and blouses that will
be worn this season will conform very
much to those worn last summer. Be-
cause of this decision II will not be
necessary for every letter carrier to
purchase an entire new uniform. but
can replace any portion he desires.
The committee of letter carriers who
yesterday made the award was COM
posed of ]. w. K. Young, NJ. X. Epp-
ley, George Trometer, George B. Bish-
op. ]. w. Tiffany. A. W. Hudson. H.
c. Richter and two representatives
from the office of the superintendent
of carriers. who were Joseph W.
Saunders and Raymond Schreiner.