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The Press., 1920-04-01
Early "Domestic Problem"

The one hundred and twen,y-fifth an- niversary of the Massachusetts Char itable Fire society. recently observed in Boston, looks back to time in that city when it was considered desirable that servants be obliged to go to bed before the householder. and not be per mitted to carry a lighted candle to q bedroom in the garrett" The recom- mendation was made at one of the so- ciety's earliest meetings but seems not to have been carried into effect: one there was domestic service problem sufficiently defined to make the aver age servants objection to this pro- posed early and dark re irement oper- ative in defeating it.
The Press., 1920-04-01
Grizzly Bear Apienty.

Grizzly bears in such numbers that they lost count of the animals seen. is the story brought to Vancouver re- gently by J. McHugh. resident engi- neer of the Dominion fisheries from the headwaters of the Bella Coola riv- CT. says a Canadian dispatch
 He spent three weeks in the wilds. He went North by one of the Cana dian Pacific coast steamers to Bella Coola. and thence by canoe and DOT tage up the Atnarko and Whitewater rivers to the hea lwaters. They were following the spawning salmon and clearing the streams to let the fish get to the spawning grounds. Large numbers of grizzly bears attracted to the stream by the numberless fish made night life in camp a restless dream. The Indian guides shot a number of the animals.
The Press., 1920-04-01
Scouts Keep the Law.

Every now and then some judge or juvenile court worker bears testi- mony that scouting keeps boys out of mischief, that scouts keep the law and are good citizens in embryo. Recently U. E. Harmen, an attorney of Tacoma, Wash, made the following statement :
 "Of all the boys passing through the juvenile court in the last year, not one was an active scout" There are 700 boys affiliated with the Tacoma coun- cil so this statement really means something. Not one boy who came up as case before the court was an ac- tive scout, and upon investigation it was shown that in only two cases were the offenders boys who had had any connection whatever at any time with scouting.-James E. West, in Boys Life.
The Press., 1920-04-01
TAX COLLECTORS NOTICE.

All persons liable by law to pay taxes to the Town of Stafford are here by warned and notified that l have received a bill and warrant to collect a Town Tax of fourteen mills on n dol- lar on list of 1919. And for the pur- pose of receiving same l will be at the office of Patrick J. Murray & Son, 23 Main Street, Stafford Springs, Connect icut, on the following dates, between the hours of A, NJ and r. M, Satur- day, March goth, Friday, March 26th, Friday, April End, Friday, April 9th, Friday, April 10th, and Tuesday, April goth.
 For the same purpose I will be at the store of II. F. Cady in stafford Hol- low on Thursday, March 25th. between the hours of 10 A. M. and r. M. At the store of Phelps & Cunningham in Staffordville on Thursday, April 1st, between the hours of 10 A. M and q F. NJ. At the Store of c. M, Barlow in West Stafford on Thursday, April Sth, between the hours of 10 A, Nj. and r. NJ.
 Interest at tEe rate of 9 Der cent per annum, plus legal collection feea. will be added to all taxes unpaid on April goth, 1920.
 PATRICK J. MURRAY. Dated at Stafford Springs, Connecti. cut, March II, 1920.
 PATRICK J. MURRAY,
 Collector.
The Press., 1920-04-01

There's no reason to ruin my dress" she complained. "Oh, it hurts so," she began to cry weakly; while the tears made furrows down her pinF cheeks and left the rouge showing in gro tesaue spots.
 Wed better get back" the man said, .before it gets dark"
 The three made their way slowly toward the trail, with Alice limping painfully between them. Agatha fancied she heard Jere give nut tered ''damn" when Alice wept. "Oh. I don't see why you brought me on this horrid walk! And now you don't know how to get back!'
 The darkness had fallen suddenly, as it does in the north woods. ana Jere was doubtful of his direction. He looked comcally at Agatha and her gray eyes broke into a twinkle o1 laughter "We may have to make night of it, the man apologized. "Of course, they'll send out for us when they discover we're lost. I ought not to have brought you, but I don't dare take the risk of leading you through this wilderness without more light.
 q should say you shouldn't have brought us!'' Alice cried, her pretty voice sharp now.
 "I think it'll be rather a lark" The man heard the smile in Agatha's voice.
 Agatha helped him gather some dry twigs for a fire and soon they lighted the woods with a bright blaze. Alice ;,, Io ho oly did come near enough for the fire to show the ravages that few hours had made in her appearance Agatha was filled with pity. The water dashed on her so unccremOniOusly had taken the careful wave from her hair. and her white cheeks were stained with tears. And now that she had ceased to be piuuant and flirtatious, her charm was gone.
 Alice refused the chocolate that Agatha had stuffed in her pocket and drew away from the firelight. Jere and Agatha before the blaze sat munching chocolate, and the man looked at his companion with new eyes. She was just as fresh as she had been when they left in the early afternoon Her eyes gleamed across at him with their friendly frank gaze, and the heat had lighted rosness in her clear brown skin.
 It was so dark now that the fire alone lighted the woods with eerie shadows Agatha, looking behind, saw Alice huddled in a little heap asleep. Jere Warren took off his coat and laid it over her gently. When he came back to Agatha there was a long sf- lence.
 The man, lighting his pipe, drowned down into its bowl before he spoke. .sIve been a fool. Miss Holiness" he said "I took the glitter for the gold, and now I wonder Oh, I'm not good at that sort of thing, but mean wonder if fellow would have a chance to be-your friend?"
 The rose in Agatha's cheeks deep ened before she answered, and her eyes were no less friendy if they held new shyness. "I should think so, MT. War ren-if that girl was T."
 Far off they heard the sound of a faint "Halloo! Halloo:'
The Press., 1920-04-01
MUCH LIKE EESfERN CITY
Tiflis, Capital of Kew Georgian Re- public, .y No Means Typical
 of the East

Mir. Melville Chatter. recording i'm pressiOns in the National Geographic Magazine. admits that he was sur prised when he arrived in TifliS. cap ital of the new Georgian republic. He had expected a city more suggestive of the East, as the Western mind pic lures it; but the GOlovinsky prospekt. the main thoroughfare through the heart of the city, stretched before him. "as handsome bit of modern metro politanism as can be found anywhere" and its restaurants. shops, opera. and what used to be the viceregal palace but which now flies the standard of the new nation, suggested at once the French adjective "chic." More than that. this new capital was brilliant with uniforms, Russian, Georgian. Ar menian. British, and most picturesque of all, the Caucasian costume. with its oad-shouldered. wash-waisted coat. high heelless boots and astrakhan cap One marveled at the load of weapons that completed it; sword rattling and clanking with the wear CTS martial stride. brace of pistols, a pair of daggers. and collection of what looked like enormous fountain pens hung across the Caucasian bosom. but which turned out to be hollow tubes intended to he loaded with powder and shot. One must add stiff mustaches and clOse-shaven skull to picture this Georgian in all his glory on the GOlovinsky prOspekt of his national capital. Clothing for civilians is scarce and expensive in Tifiis. but the caSt-off uniforms of military officers are for sale. and many a citizen in need of a new suit had bought himself an old uniform.
The Press., 1920-04-01
His Conclusive Way.

Really. Mir. Gloom. you must he mistaken" mildly interrupted the other man in the argument.
 Mistaken" !" thundered !. Fuller Gloom. "Those are not my views. merely, but the mature deductions of Ellsworth Ethelbert Hornbostle, A. M. Ph. D.
 "Then. very likely I am wrong. Thank you for correcting me-"
 "Pardon us." said we, after the de- parture of the discomfited critic, but who is Ellsworth Ethelbert Hornbostle A. M., Ph. D.?"
 "How the devil do know? was the snarling reply. 'I invented the name on the spur of the moment. Am supposed to cOncOct an entire life history for the myth, too?'-Kansas City Star.
The Press., 1920-04-01
Rice Fields lncreasinu.

Rice growing was first begun in Manchuria by the Koreans who moved into that country. but now the Chinese are principally engaged in this indus try. The Japanese are also opening up wild lands for paddy fields along the railways in various parts of Man churia. and the area of rice fields is increasing each year. The present rice crop amour to about 3,0O0,OOC buShelS annually
The Press., 1920-04-01
SOMERS

MT. and Mrs. Benjamin F. Pinney were given a surprise party in their home Saturday evening by eighty eight friends from Somersville in honor of their twenty-fifth wedding anniversary. MT. and Mrs. Pinney were given a number of presents by the guests. A pleasant evening was spent with games and music. Re treatments consisting of ice cream, cake and coffee were served
 Mir and Mrs. Arthur Smith of East Windsor and Mrs. William Mungle of Margaretville, N Y.. were guests Sun day in the home of their brother, A. Vail Smith,
 Miss Lenora M Fenn of Hartford. was a weekend guest of Miss Mar guerite F. Bugbee.
The Press., 1920-04-01
PARAMOUNT THEATRE

 THURSDAY Gloria Swanson and Elliot Dexter in For Better Worse" This is the story of the who couldn't goof the misunderstanding disresec and isolation that real heroes who did the work at home. In it is told love tale Poignant throbbing compelling, heartwarmng it is surrounded with all the luxury and wealth of nvestiure that characze Cecil B. Demille production. Story by Edgar Selwyn; also Burton Homes FRIDAY Marguerite Clark in Come of the Kitchen" by Alice Duer Miller; also TrueX comedy Night of Dub SATURDAY and MONDAY nights, Douglas Fairbanks in The Knickerbocker Buckaroo the greatest Fairbanks picture produced, directed by Albert Parker; also Briggs comedy, Fire Fire
 Lila in Heart of Youth. The story affair between girl somewhere in her and we'll the abundant incidental comedy and pahos of the story truthuly reflect the heart youth Story by Beulah Marie Dix; also Paramount magazine. WEDNESDAY, Dorothy Dalton in Other Mems Wives of the effective and pleasing stories in which Miss Dalton has appeared Story c. Gardner Su 
 HALL. SATURDAY, Marguerite Clark of the Kitchen Story by Alice Miller; also a Truex comedy Night of Dub."
 WEDNESDAY, Wallace Reid in "The Roaring Road" This said be of the thrilling pictures in which is said contain all the ee of ideal photoplay The climax great between limited train and an automobile from Los Angeles Francisco For miles the railroad and automobile highways side by side with the result that of the most hairrasng speed obtained shown. Story by Byron Morgan also Burton Holmes.
The Press., 1920-04-01
WELLINGTON

Mrs. Sleight and Mrs. Dodge are ex- pected at Belcroft for Easter.
 Next Sabbath, Easter, Bible school will commence at two o'clock and preaching service at three o'clock. Deacon Bugbee will give the Minute Mans special message.
 Mrs. Estelle J. Pratt has returned to pleasant View after her long visits with her sons in Willimantic and Providence, R. I. Her little grandson Eugene accompanied her home from the latter city, for a vacation.
The Press., 1920-04-01
NOTICE OF LOST BANK BOOK.

book numbered siss in account with The Stafford Savings Bank of Stafford Springs, Conn.,, has been lost or de- stroyed and that I, as the owner there of, have made application to said Bank for the payment of the amount of the deposits represented thereby or. the issuance of duplicate or new book therefor All persons are cautioned against purchasing or negotiating said lost book and if found are requested to return the same to the undersigned or to the said Bank.
 MERVYN R. ROYCE.
 Stafford Springs, Conn. April 1, 1920.
The Press., 1920-04-01
THURSDAY, APRIL 1, 1920.

sl.5o year in advance. When not paid IT advance, at the rate of S1.75 year.
 Resolutions obituaries or cards of thanks in serted at one-half advertising rates. Births marriages and deaths inserted free.
 We are not responsible for, nor do we by pub lishing endorse the opinions of our correspond ents.
 Communications received without signatures always committed to the waste basket without attention.
 Advertisers desiring change should have copy at office by Tuesday at 10 a. m., otherwise we cannot guarantee change.
 This paper Is mailed regularly to its subscrib CTS until definite order to discontinue is re eeived and all arrears are paid in full.
 We are always glad to have ne,os items sent in, but request that they reach us by Wednesday morning, earlier, If possible. It is often nec- essary to abridge items that are received after Wednesday noon. Forms closed Thursday at 6 ] l
The Press., 1920-04-01
A Hybrid Mariner.
"An old salt, eh ?" ssVOI1 mi pht call him tha '

"You might call him that"
 "He's the sort of sailor, I presume, who feels sorry for us poor landlub- bers when there's a storm at sea, knowing that chimneys are tumbling about our ears and roofs being blown off while he's snug and safe in his berth aboard the Many Ann or the Liza Jane?"
 "He isn't that kind of an old salt He's employed on a liner, one of those big floating hotels. and he doesn't see much more of the ocean than the aver age ba""~nge man in d land hOtel."- Birmingham Age Herald.
The Press., 1920-04-01
A Blunt Agent.

Insurance Agent-PardOn me. mad am, but what is your age?
 Miss Antique-I have seen twenty three summers.
 Insurance Agent-Yes. of course but how many times have you seen them !? London Tit-BitS.
The Press., 1920-04-01
FOR SALE OR TRADE.

YOUNG HORN STOCK wANTED,- ages from 6 months to 1 and 2 years. State breed and price. Also loose or baled hay wanted. any amount. Fla nous Sheffield Seed Corn, $3.50 a bushel for sale. Also H. F. Inter national Harvester, all steel motor hay press, mounted on wheels. Price $500. Will trade for horn stock or hay. Tel. 367-14, Putnam, Conn.,, Evening or morning. BOVINE BROS. Box 4S R. R. 3, South bridge, Mass
The Press., 1920-04-01
TAX NOTICE.

All property owners in the Town of Wilmington are hereby notified that l hold a warrant to levy and collect a tax of four mills on the dollar on list of 1919 payable May 1st, 1920, and that I will be found at the store of Gardiner Hall Jr., Co.,, every business day throughout the year to collect said tax, also personal tax. Interest at per cent added after June 1st.
 JAMES SERVICE JR,
 Deputy Collector, South Willington, Conn.
The Press., 1920-04-01
FOR SALE, USED CARS & TRUCKS

Subject to prior sale. FEDERAL" 1917-3R ton truck, plat form, stakeside body, less than two years old, new motor run only 800 miles, truck in excellent condition. "GRANfM- BERNSTEIN 1916--3ia ton truck, express body, good condition. CADILLAC" 191S--7 passenger Sedan. PACKARD" 1914-3S horse power : passenger Phaeton.
 We always have the highest type Of used cars and trucks. See us before buying.
 s. A. MINER, 294296 Pearl St., Hartford, Ct. Phone. Charter 8351
The Press., 1920-04-01
NOTICE.

To Whom it may Concern. l hereby forbid all persons harboring or trusting anyone on my account, as l shall pay no bills contracted by any person ex- cept myself, after this date.
 DAVID GUILMAN. Stafford Springs, Conn.,, March 12th, 1Qo0
The Press., 1920-04-01
NOTICE

OWNERS OF DOGS should call at the Town Clerks office on or before May 1st., to take out Dog Licenses; after that date severe penalty will be imposed for failure to do so.
 Dated at Stafford, Conn.,, this 26th day of March A. D., 1920.
 J. CARL CONVERSE. Town Clerk.
The Press., 1920-04-01
NOTICE OF LOST HANK pooK.

Notice is hereby given that Pass Book numbered 10226 in account with The Stafford Savings Bank, Stafford Springs, Ct, has been lost or destroyed and that l, as the owner thereof, have made application to the said Bank for the payment of the amount of the de- posits represented thereby or the is- suance of duplicate or new book therefor. All persons are cautioned against purchasing or negotiating said lost book and, if found, are requested to return the same to the undersigned or to the said Bank.
 ALDO D. BARNARDA,
 Stafford Springs, Conn, Mar. 1S, 1920.
The Press., 1920-04-01

EOR SALE-The 3.tenement house II (known as the Capt, Solya Converse place). Every thing In good repair. Three barns. plenty of garden room-good rich soil inquire Of Peter or John ranciera, Vest Main-sJ, 32tf
The Press., 1920-04-01
AT THE SHOE SHINE PARLoR OF
 PETER SPEEI,

fou can save money by getting your white shoes coIored black or brown.
 A fine line of TOBACCO and CIGARS
The Press., 1920-04-01
Markets in China

China is land of markets. They are held in every city and town. and even in the small villages. Where there is no regular market place, much of the buying and selling is done out of doors But there is hardly a village that hasn't its regular market plot. In the larger towns and cities there are several
The Press., 1920-04-01

~ IRIS WANTED at the New Silk mill. N either by the day or piece work. Apply to 0. A. ROBINSON. 42tf
The Press., 1920-04-01

At Court of Probate holden at Staff ford, within and for the district of Stafford. on the 25th day of March
 Present, MICHAEL D. o'CoNNELL, Judge.
 On motion of Joel H. Reed, admins son, late of Springfield Mass, deceased. This Court doth decree that six months from the above date be all lowed and limited for the creditors of said estate to exhibit their istrator and directs that the public mo- | tice be given of this order, by advertising the same once in some newspaper having a circulation in said district, and by posting a copy on the public nearest the place where the deceased last dWelt.
 Certified from Record. MICHAEL D. O'CONNELL. Judge. AT a Court of Probate holden at Stafford, within and for the district of Stafford, on the 25th day of March
 Present, MICHAEL D. ocoNNELL. Judge.
 On motion of Willis H. Reed, execu- tor. on the testate estate of Elizabeth R. Macomber, late of Stafford within said district, deceased.
 This Court doth decree that six ed and limited for the creditors of said estate to exhibit their claims against the same to the administrator, and directs that the public notice be given of this order, by advertising the same once in some newspaper having a circulation in said district, and by posting a copy on the public sign-post in said town of Stafford, nearest the place where the deceased last dwelt
 MICHAEL D. OCONNELL, Judge.
The Press., 1920-04-01

is good time to have IN your Quilts, Carpets, Rugs or anything that is washable, done at the Stafford Springs laundry. 32tf
The Press., 1920-04-01

WANTED-Used couch hammock State price.
 MRS. I. M. MATHEWS, South Will ington. FOR SALE-or for rent, the farm of MIR. TRIPOLI. *1w
The Press., 1920-04-01

HIGHEST PRICES-paid for Live Poultry, Veal and Fresh Eggs. Tele- phone 5 HARRY MARKOFF.
The Press., 1920-04-01

CAR OWNERS-Double your tire mile
 age by using Insyde Tyres. For sale by JOSEPH FISHER, Stafford Springs, R. F. D., 3. 52tf
The Press., 1920-04-01

EkEEPER-wanted No objec- tion to one child, Write to D. J. DA- BELLE, R. F. D., No 1, Box 60.
The Press., 1920-04-01

CHESTNUT-WOOD for sale, $5 per cord.
 AUGUST SCUSSEL, Village Hill. ltf FOR SALE-5 Tenement Block in Staff ford Hollow. $40 monthly income. Cost 5000. P. J. MURRAY & Son. Tel, 282
The Press., 1920-04-01

FOR SALE-Barred Plymouth Rock eggs for setting, cts a piece. W. R. TREBLE, Phone 37-5. 52tf
The Press., 1920-04-01
Mems Spring Furnishings

Our showing of Mems Furnishings comprises all the newest ideas in Mems Collars, Neckwear, Shirts, Cu- derwear, Hosiery, etc. We particularly feature the celebrated Collars, both soft and aundered in a the latest styles. We invite consideration in our showing of Men's Furnishings
The Press., 1920-04-01

OTORE to rent. ALFRED BIDORINI b 36tf
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FOR SALE-Incubator breeders, green bone cutter, setting-hen coops, cross cut saws. G. F. SHEPARD. West Stafford. Telephone 38-12 47tf
The Press., 1920-04-01

FOR SALES Milch Cows. Also 1 Cow and ? Heifers due to freshen in April.
 c. R. WEBSTER, Union. Tel 234.
The Press., 1920-04-01

FOR SALE-My store on Center street, for further information call at the store. LOUIS CAMPO.
The Press., 1920-04-01

FOR SALE OR EXCHANGE-For horn cattle. One and one-half ton Bethle- ham truck, 1919 model. Oakland six cylinder, never been run. Hudson sew en passenger. One 1919 model BriScoe. One Saxon six cylinder. One small Ford truck, and one Ford touring car.
 VIM. J. BOWLER.
 Telephone Willimantic Div. 61914.
The Press., 1920-04-01
DISTRICT OF HOLLAND, ss. Probate

TURNISHED ROOMS-to rent
 lN HENRY RAITH, West MatnStreet. tf34
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LADY OR GENTLEMAN AGENT-wan- ted in Stafford Springs for Watkins Famous Products. Watkins Goods known everywhere. Big profits, write today. WATKINS COMPANY 51, Vino ma, Minn.
The Press., 1920-04-01
New Models In Corsets

Many of the Standard makes of Corsets repre- sented in our line, including l.. C. C., La Resister, Warmers La Regenta, etc.,-and the very best values in each make.
The Press., 1920-04-01

FOR SALE-A pair of first class horses weighing 2S00 lbs, of the blocky type; also a pair of Oxen weighing 5000 lbs. w. J. BOWLER, West Willington. Tel. Willimantic Div. 619-14.
The Press., 1920-04-01

GOOD FARM FOR SALE at Hyde MI vile. MRS. H. G DUNHAM. Stf
The Press., 1920-04-01

DISTRICT OF HOLLAND, ss. Probate Court, March 24th, 1920.
 Estate of Mary J. Hansen, late of Willington in said district, deceased
 The administrator having exhibited his administration account with said estate to this Court for allowance, it is
 Ordered-That the 9th day of April A. D. 1920, at ten o'clock in the fore noon, at the Probate office in Tol land, and the same is assigned for a hearing on the allowance of said ad- ministration account, and this Court directs the administrator to cite all persons interested therein to appear at this order once in some newspaper having a circulation in said district and by posting a copy on the public sign post in the town of Wilmington, where deceased last dwelt at least six days before said time assigned.
 Certified from Record,
 EDWIN s. AGARD. Judge.
The Press., 1920-04-01
TIE L EE & S BUCKLEY BUCKLEY Co9:
FIL-OSO FE-We all have worries-you have yours he has his-it's part of the game Carry on.
Your Easter Week Needs Will
 Be Properly Filled Here

At a time when the thought upper most in peoples mind is the matter of oultng for the Easter season, this store has for its object important public ser vice-supplyng reliable merchandise at the lowest possible plces-ns low standards of quality will
The Press., 1920-04-01
Phoenix Silk Hosiery

We show Womens "Phoenx" Silk Hosery--the very highest quality of pure thread Silk Hosieryin all grades in black, white and brown, in regular and ont szes-price range $l so to $3.5O pair
The Press., 1920-04-01

TWO KEEPERS FOR SALE-Both coming in, in the spring. One years old, and one. a Jersey, 20 months old w. A. BRUCE, Westford Avenue, Stafford Springs,
The Press., 1920-04-01

LOST-A lady's lodge pin in the shape of a leaf. Return to The Press office.
The Press., 1920-04-01

HAY FOR SALE-No Timothy, baled, $4S at the barn. E. A. MEYER, West Wilmington.
The Press., 1920-04-01

WANTED-Men or Women to take orders among friends and neighbors for the genuine guaranteed hosiery. full lines for men, women and children. Eliminates darning. We pay 50 cents an hour for spare time or SPA for full time Experience unnecessary. Write. International Stocking Mill. Norris town, Pa.
The Press., 1920-04-01

FARM FOR SALE-in Holland. 55
 acres, 20 tillable land, rest pasture
 and timber, good house and barn, smooth land to work. LEROY c. SLA- TER, West Wilmington, R. F. D. No g..
The Press., 1920-04-01

AUTOMOBILE-for Hire at a reasona- = ble price. PETER DADALT, Stafford Springs. Phone 1853 *8w52