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Connecticut western news., 1920-07-29
WEST CORNWALL

Mrs. Minnehan and children are visiting Mrs. Nellie Cole.
 Ruth Davis is visiting in Great Harrington.
 Mrs. Davis has been visiting her mother, Mrs. Lucius Richmond.
 Preparations are going forward for the pageant to be given at North Cornwall, the third Saturday in August; that being old home week, the picnic and pageant will be at North Cornwall, church and parish house, instead of at the lake as in former years. There are to be spec ial services on the Sunday following the picnic.
 On Sunday, Aug. 1st, Dr. E. c. Baldwin will give a talk on "What is the matter with America" This will be at the morning service.
 Miss Martha Loy is a guest at the Yutzler home.
 Last Sunday the floral decorations were yellow daisies and wild carrot graceful and artistic combination
 On Saturday afternoon, there was a very heavy thunder storm on the hills, while in the village it was very dark and heavy rain.
 Saturday afternoon, Alice Sec vile and a few of her friends, gave small fair in the barn near hel summer home. The proceeds were for a worthy cause and amounted tc over sixty-five dollars. MT. and Mrs. Geo. Crosby have moved their goods to Waterbury but expect to remain in town for tho summer, being domiciled with Mrs Crosby's mother.
Connecticut western news., 1920-07-29
HUNTSVILLE

The older residents will be inter- ested in the following taken from the Muscatine, Iowa, Journal and News Tribune. Mrs Cottrell was a daughter of Sheldon and Lucretia Dean, and brother, Sheldon Dean survives her. #U"
 Funeral services were held over the remains of Mrs. Mary Ann Cot trell at her home three and one-half miles south of Nichols, Thursday afternoon at o'clock, the Rev. A. B. Caldwell, minister of the Meth odist church of West Liberty, con- ducted the services.
 Mary Ann Dean was born in Huntsville, Conn.,, March 4, 1885 and died July 20, 1920, age S5 years 4 months and 16 days. In 1850 she was united in marriage to George Cottrell, who preceded her in death six years ago. To this union was born eleven children, five of whom remain to mourn her loss. They are Mrs. Anna Bell Smith of Muscatine, Mrs. Nellie Moberley of Smith Cen ter, Kansas, and George, Grover and Becca at home. She also leaves seven grandchildren and seventeen great grand children. Mrs. Cottrell with her husband came to Iowa in 1858 and have resided in Pike township ever since being the oldest settlers in the township. She has been a member of the Methodist church for over 50 years.
 Grandma Cottrell, as she was familiarly called has been an invalid for II years and has been tenderly cared for by the children, especially Becca and George. She has suffer- ed greatly but bore it very patiently and was very thoughtful of others till the day of her death, being con- scious to the last. She was a good neighbor, and a friend to all, and will be greatly missed in her home.
Connecticut western news., 1920-07-29
SHARON

. Miss Beatrice Klebes is visiting her sister, Mrs. Wm. R. Reach at her home in Waterbury.
 Mrs. Fred Meyers and children of Hartford are guests of MT. and Mrs. Harold R. Winans.
 Mrs. Fred Ketcham and brother, Wm. Gordon of Hackensack, N. J., are visitors in town, the former is the guest of Miss Kathryn Hotaling and the latter of L. VanAlystyne.
 Mrs. Jennie Bird of Bridgeport is visiting MT. and Mrs. c. H. Eggleston.
 The family of Frank Stanton of New Britain have taken Mrs. Mary Morrissey's cottage for the summer.
 Miss Martha E. Wilbur is assisting at the office of Dr. J.. s. Chaffee, during the absence of Mrs. White who is on the sick list
 Dr. and Mrs. c. G. Kerley and Priscilla Kerley, left New York last week, enroute for Chicago and Seattle, where they will be joined by Mir. and Mrs. H. A. Hutchins, for merly Miss Barbara Kerley, contin- uing their trip through Alaska and California.
 MT. and Mrs. Rodney Ghantt of Dayton, Ohio, are visiting their par ents, MT. and Mrs. Willard Baker. Rev. A. J. Plunkett of Shelton has been the guest of MT. and Mrs. A. M. Waite.
 Mrs. Adelaide Foss of California, and Miss E. J. Curry of Boston, Mass, are visiting their brother, Rev. E.. N. Curry.
 The annual Busy Bee Fair of the Congregational church was held on Wednesday, July 18th on the church lawn from to ' o'clock.
 Mrs. John Gagan of New Britain is visiting her niece, Mrs. John Monahan. Mrs. Gagan is former resident of Sharon, living in Sharon a number of years.
 Wm. Ferguson of New York, is spending a fortnight at the home ot his uncle, Wm. Mow.
 Miss Helen Prindle of South Nor walk is the guest of Miss Rutl Prindle.
 The Village Improvement Soci ety and it's friends wish to express their thanks to the Sharon Chamber of Commerce, and the public in gen eral, for their generous assistance on the fifth of July.
Connecticut western news., 1920-07-29
CORNWALL BRIDGE

St. Swithen's Day this year came in stormy so we must look for stormy weather now.
 MT. Jasmine expects to finish having this week on Miss Brush's farm.
 A large motor truck with calves passed through this place Monday towards Canaan.
 There was an aeroplane seen passing near L. s. Chipman's house last week.
 MT. Baldwin of Torrington mo- tored to his farm here recently, ac- companied by a friend. It is reported that Miss Emma i Catlin lost purse with a sum of money in it, while going to or from church.
Connecticut western news., 1920-07-29
NORFOLK

The funeral of Mrs. Mary Cagney was largely attended at the Church of the Immaculate Conception Sun day afternoon at o'clock, Rev. Fr. Mcdonald officiating. Burial was in Mill River. The bearers were John and Edward Mulville, William J. Hickey, Benjamin Hayes, John Hen nessey and Thomas O'Connor.
 It is reported that state motor vehicle department inspectors are to work in this vicinity this week.
 F. c. Walcott returned to New York Monday morning, having spent Sunday at his home here.
 Harold Parker of Thomaston spent Sunday in town.
 Cordis Carter of Hartford spent Sunday with his father.
 Joseph O'Connell of Hartford was home Sunday.
 Edward Johnson of Hartford spent Sunday with relatives here
 Ernest Blanchard of Torirngton was at his home here Sunday. D.
 Katherine O'Connell of Winsted visited at her home here Sunday. Lucille Smith and Agnes Trayee of Hartford are spending a week here.
 John Seiller of Waterbury visited his mother Sunday. ! Miss Nora Barry of Torrington spent Sunday in town.
Connecticut western news., 1920-07-29
SOUTH CANAAN

The Junior Mission Circle met for work and study with Miss Hattie M. Willard on Wednesday. Last year a box was packed and sent to China containing 6 scrap books, 20 blot ters made from used postals, several picture books, dolls bought and dressed, a number of other articles suitable for the kindergarten school, $500 was also contributed. A letter from Miss Carolyn Sewall was re- ceived expressing thanks for the young peoples effort. Resolved : endeavour to do more this year. Similar articles are in process of making for the next box to be sent in the fall.
 Arthur s. Dean and his helpers broke the record on Thursday by getting 12 loads of hay in one day.
 On Tuesday afternoon an aero plane was clearly observed travelling westward.
 During an electric storm which oc- cured early on Saturday morning, large elm tree on H. N. Wright s place was struck by lightning sever ing it in two.
 Bert Halaway made a hurried trip to New Lebanon, N. Y., to see his mother who has been sick.
 Mrs. Frank Silvernale and family motored to Sharon to spend Sunday with Mrs. Parmalee.
 MT. and Mrs. Arthur s. Dean and Margaret attended Pilgrim Church in Canaan on Sunday morn ing. After the service motoring to Worthwhile, accompanied by Mrs. M. c. and Miss Nellie Dean. A large party from under the mountain were present at a social held in Falls Village Congregations Church on Friday. onr T =. -.o
 MT. and Mrs. Astleford with little Edie took long drive on Sunday.
Connecticut western news., 1920-07-29
CANAAN VALLEY

About 40 friends of MT. and Mrs. Howard Rockwell gave. them a sur prise Saturday evening, it being the 18th anniversary of their mar riage. Everyone enjoyed the even ing socially and with games, refresh ments were served.
 Mrs. Esther Brinton of Winsted is visiting her daughter, Mrs. B. L.. Frink.
 John Anderson was in New York on business Saturday.
 MT. and Mrs. s. F. Leonard were guests at F. H. Langdon's Saturday night.
 Miss Anna Hornor of Newark is visiting her sister, Mrs. Walter Tupper.
 Mir. and Mrs. Walter Tupper and little daughter, Miss Hornor and MT. and Mrs. F. H. Langdon visited Savin Rock Sunday.
Connecticut western news., 1920-07-29
Card of Thanks

We wish to express our thanks and appreciation for the many kind nesses of our friends and neighbors during the illness and death of our husband and father, also for the beautiful floral tributes.
 Mrs. A. P. Horne
 Ashley Falls, Mass. L. D. Horne
 Holyoke, Mass.
 I. B. Horne
 Holyoke, Mass. .i
Connecticut western news., 1920-07-29
Her Nice Nainhl,or.ood,

Bernice, aged six eara. had just started to school and was ia the first grade She also was very proud be- cause of her prdgress, recently wis. ited her home and asked her mother if could take her for stroll ih the park, While walking along little boy about her size passed us, at ehe same time giving Berniee a friendly smile, who returned it saying to met Aunt Jane. doat you think he's a nice neigh. borhood y'-Exchanuv
Connecticut western news., 1920-07-29
Handicapped by Height.

AS a rule very tall persons are said to be over-sensitive about their height to such a degree that it often proves a handicap in the way of their success In life. A notable instance of this character was the nine-foot giant of Russia. Machnow, who made fine liv- ing by exhibiting himself, yet he was the most miserable person on account of his height.
Connecticut western news., 1920-07-29
FALLS VILLAGE

MT. ana MrS. MarCln hydn O1 Poughkeepsie, N. Y. spent Sunday with Mrs. Barney Smith.
 Harry Houghtaling had the mis- fortune to lose one of his fingers while at work on the wood job.
 The new state road is about com pleted, the contractors are removing their outfit and putting the finishing touches to the roadbed, and putting up fences and railings; the road will be much appreciated, as a great improvement over the old route.
 Messrs. John and Thomas Bartle and George Ayres spent Sunday with Richard Palmer at his home in Woodbury.
 The ball game Saturday resulted in victory for the Sharon team, the final score being to 3.
 Floyd Ferguson spent Sunday with friends in Danbury.
 Miss Annie Weiner is assisting E. J. Hornbeck at the store.
 Misses Catharine Sedgwick, Dora Heinz and Jennie Weiner are taking the course of study at the Summer Normal school in New Haven.
 The Emil Gloss entertainment at the Methodist church Monday night was greatly enjoyed by those pres ent, it is to be regretted that not more of the towspeople avalled themselves of hearing the artists.
 Miss Josephine Hallock is enter taining friend from New York.
 The play given by the young people of the Congregational church Friday evening was success finan- cially as we'll in the manner in which all took their parts, the musical part of the program adding much to the enjoyment of the evening. Ice cream was sold at the close of the program over $46 being realized from the entertainment.
 MT. and Mrs. G. F. Hamblin were in Great Harrington last Thursday.
 Mr. Cutler of New Haven has been with his family at s. Weiner's for a few days.
 MT. Titus of New Milford was the guest of Clarence Turner last Wed nesday.
 Ralph and Chas. Sedgwick were home over Sunday from Torrington
 Mrs. Chas. Blake, Mrs. Frederick Blake and Miss Ida Blake spent Thursday in Pittsfeld, Mass.
 Those who attended the M. E. Church Sunday morning had the pleasure of hearing the Gloss Bel Ringers, who were exceptionally nice, thanks to Rev. G. F. Bristol.
 Rev. and Mrs. G. F. Bristol have been entertaining relatives for a few days.
 Miss Helen c. Eggleston was 2 weekend guest of MT. and Mrs Clifford Maynard. .... .....
 The boys from this place who have been camping with Rev. G. F Bristol have returned home.
 Joseph Dunn of Poughkeepsie N. Y. was in town Sunday.
 Mrs. Philip Colonna and daugh ter Rosana of New York City stopping with Mrs. Chas. E. Picker were rendered farewell surprise dinner at Mrs. H. Wright's. Mrs Wright's famous chicken pot pit was enjoyed by all. Among othe guests present were Mrs. Picken ant daughters Antoinette and Adele Mrs. w. Kirby and son, Frederick Rosana Colonna, and John Wright Miss Colonna intends to spend th remainder of the summer with Mrs Picken. The afternoon was pleas antly spent with singing and danc ing, rendered by Misses Rosan Colonna and Antoinette Flanagan Mrs. Kirby, impersonated Englisl characters.
Connecticut western news., 1920-07-29
Maytye That's So.

Jud TunB,2s says many a man would be more prosperous if he could get as enthusiastic over his own busi- ness as he does over the efforts of a perfect stranger to land hit that'n bring in a run.-Washington Star.
Connecticut western news., 1920-07-29
NeAAk Ynrk,s Great Fire.

One of New York's greatest fires started on Sept. 21, 17T6, sis days af- ter the British captured the city. Trinity church and 493 other build ings were destroyed, says Gas Logic
Connecticut western news., 1920-07-29

Big Profits in Toys Toys as whole have yielded larger profits than any other class of inven- 'i0ns
The Seattle star. [volume] (Seattle, Wash.) 1899-1947, 1920-09-02
'sMyHeart, My Judgment,
Ny Conscience" Pledge
Giuen by Malcolm Douglas

Rpexking before the westsidc Re.
Ul1hlican club at Carpenters hail.
1nss night. Malcolm Douglas candi.
Gnte for the republican nomination
~ prosecuting attorney. reviewed
the record of the pnsent administra.
ton Of the office and declared that
~ reason of its lack OF success IN
hnndlinr important litigation Il had
NJ the confidence OF the public.
ssMr. Brown seems TO he dodgins
oomc Of the questions I have pro
uuunded TO him during the last few
avs" laid Douglas. II have asked
him 70 explain how much u cost the
poople of this county for his trip 20
Chicago. New York and Washington.
u. C.. to collect tho evidence In the
criminal anarchy cases. and he has
not answered. ! have asked him 10
oxpiain why AFTER that expensive trip
- did nothing IN the trial Of that
onse except TO read the opening
olnaement to tho jury from a pre-
Unred manuscript and then turn II
Uver to his deputies to lose. and he
1110 NOV 0USNVtV0s nav SSrNd nun
= furnish the people with state
lent Of the expense 70 the county OF
OEtngtag the Indictments and trying
- cases Arising out Of tho county.
olty building booze scandal. and he
hns made no answcr.
Now Mr.. brown has attacked my
rurord and has attempted to prove
that have not been . successful
criminal lawyer. IL In truc that the
hrEcr part Of my practice has been
u the civil rather than In the crfmL
ri line Of business. and I am Glad u
naa but II you want 60 know how
~ standing ~ . lawyer compares
With MIR. Brown'A Just ask the lead
.ng. forward.lookmx. reputable mem
looru OF the King county bar.
IF I am elected prosecuting at
onFney Of this county l shah go into
nice unhampered by any promises
- alliances. political or otherwise.
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TllE BORROWED TIME club.
uombering $50. viii join with the I'll
GDroloom club In an excursion to tho
0o1dierx' horne on Thursday. scptem.
~ 3. leaving Colman dock. on the
0onaSnar Kennedy, at 1890. Reduced
yutee have becn secured
The Seattle star. [volume] (Seattle, Wash.) 1899-1947, 1920-09-02

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all ] can-"--Mrs. r z. DEMiSo, <57
w. Lafayette Ave. Syracuse. N. Y.
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snce. the annoying symptoms which
accompany Il may b controlled. and
normal health restored By the timely
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Compound.
Moreover, this reliable remedy con.
tains no narcotics or harmful drugs
and owes ito efficiency TO the medici.
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and herbs which Il contains.
The Seattle star. [volume] (Seattle, Wash.) 1899-1947, 1920-09-02

At the three prices noted below we offer some
5000 knckerbocker Suits for boys Of all ages from
o to Is years, and mothers who know good fabrics
and good workmanship will be the first to realize
that these are indeed very remarkable values A
wonderful selection at the three popular prices Of
The Seattle star. [volume] (Seattle, Wash.) 1899-1947, 1920-09-02

SWEATERS-A wonderful range
OF heavy all lambs wool Sweat.
ers, In many different school
coiors. Coat and slipover style
Sizes 4 TO II years. $500.
Also Jerseys. heavy knit and
shaker knit styles. In all va.
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styles and shawl collars.
NECKTTES-A splendid selection
priced from SOC upwards.
THE NEW HATS AND CAPS
FOR FALI<--Ali the new
shapes and shades in Cloth
and Felt Hats and Caps. all
priced at actual money sayinO
The Seattle star. [volume] (Seattle, Wash.) 1899-1947, 1920-09-02
johnson Thought
He Had Good Time

r. johnson. Alaska hotel. hal n
fine time wednesday afternoon play.
ing cards for tho drinks In n pool
room south OF Yesier way. That Ia.
he had a good time until his roll Of
$50 disappeared. Then hs made a
sauawk. Tho police were sympa-
thetio.
The Seattle star. [volume] (Seattle, Wash.) 1899-1947, 1920-09-02
THREE GREAT
OUTSTANDING
SUIT VALUES
$685., $l3.75 and $l6.75
And the Same Values in Every Item
of Boys Wear

FLANNEL BLOUsES In khaki.
gray or blue. Ages to 10,
$3.50.
FLANNEL SHIRTS In khaki.
gray or blue. Ages 10 10 Is,
500.
UNDERWEAR - A tremendous
selection Of high grade Knit I'm
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natural gray and white for boys
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according TO size.
BUSTER BROWN HOsE-Heavy
rib. first grade Black Hose, all
sizes. including such large sizes
~ II. III and IL. Specially
priced At Soc
The Seattle star. [volume] (Seattle, Wash.) 1899-1947, 1920-09-02

so natural color ankle
length Pants: also white in
knee and ankle length.
Regular 75c and soc quail.
tiles. at 4ec
Knit Underwear. 81. Floor
The Seattle star. [volume] (Seattle, Wash.) 1899-1947, 1920-09-02

viii shoot square with everybody
and viii take no orders from any
outside source. My heart. my judg.
ment and my conscience will be my
guides and my sole ideal win be 10
make this county better place In
which to live"
The Seattle star. [volume] (Seattle, Wash.) 1899-1947, 1920-09-02

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appetite and had
fainting spells. I
suffered for two
Or three years
before I began
taking Lydia y.
Pinkhamis veee-
table Compound
and Liver Pills
which I saw adj
vsrtised In th .
pa pers and In
w...s tstSls k~~ls
The Seattle star. [volume] (Seattle, Wash.) 1899-1947, 1920-09-02
WOULD LICENSE
CARD PLACES

That Seattle iicsuss cAharets. card
rooms and soft drink pariorr was
the Recommendation made 10 the city
council Thursday by Mayor Caid,
well.
Pool rooms are licensed the
mayor declared. -and there In no
question that there are many soft
drink places. cabarets and card
rooms which are moro In need of
regulation than some pool rooms"
The idea Of licensing caharets and
other social resorts originated with
Chief OF Police Soaring and has been
The Seattle star. [volume] (Seattle, Wash.) 1899-1947, 1920-09-02
California State
Printers Strike

SACRAMENTO. Sept s.--Thirty.
eight printers In tho state printing
office walked out on strike this
morning. following tho removal Of
Carlton johnson. foreman OF the
proof room and chairman OF the Sat
urday halfhoilday committee.
The Seattle star. [volume] (Seattle, Wash.) 1899-1947, 1920-09-02
SHERMAN ROGERS. a two.fls,

SHERMAN ROGERS, a two-fisted
Washington woods logger, who made
Eastern financicrs like II when he
rode EN- hard" and had them on
their feet cheering and asking for
more. will be the only speaker at tho
luncheon Of the members council of
The Seattle star. [volume] (Seattle, Wash.) 1899-1947, 1920-09-02

vigorously advocated by the Seattle
Federation OF Churches. Caldwell
pointed out.
The Seattle star. [volume] (Seattle, Wash.) 1899-1947, 1920-09-02
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The Seattle star. [volume] (Seattle, Wash.) 1899-1947, 1920-09-02
FA|NT|NG AND
DIZZY SPELLS
The Cause Of ouch Symp.
toms and Remedy Told
in This Letter.

Syracuse. N. Y.--"when I COM
menced the Change Of Life I was
The Seattle star. [volume] (Seattle, Wash.) 1899-1947, 1920-09-02

Once . woman bccomsH married In
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The Seattle star. [volume] (Seattle, Wash.) 1899-1947, 1920-09-02

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The Seattle star. [volume] (Seattle, Wash.) 1899-1947, 1920-09-02

the Chamber OF Commerce. at the
Masonic club rooms. in the Arcade
building. Friday noon.
The Coconino sun., 1920-07-09
IN DAYS OF TORE
(Taken from The Coconino Sun files of
 July 10, 1886.)
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The stage fare from Ash Fork to Prescott has been reduced from SIC to $7.
 A large number of rails are going west, consigned to the new Prescott x Arizona Central R, R.
 Arizona three-year-old steers selling at $3.50 to $5.50 at Kansas City.
 s. s. Acker, partner of Joe R. Walk CT, in cattle and horse raising on the Apache Maid range, spent several days in town this week.
 Al Doyle, one of Flagstaff's largest cattlemen, came back last week from the rodeo.
 For several days past fire has been raging southwest of town.
 While Deputy Sheriff Francis was pursuing and shooting at two men who had just broken jail, w. G. Stewart, an innocent bystander, got in the way of one of the bullets, which went through his thigh.
 Flagstaff had a great celebration on the Fourth. Capt. c. B. Bullwinkle was marshal of the day. D. M. Rior- dan presided gracefully over the liter ary part of the program. Some "smarties" played favorite against the field in the free-for-all, and reaped harvest.
The Coconino sun., 1920-07-09
THE NEEDFUL WORD

A negro hack driver, his dilapidated cab and his moth eaten horse were all asleep at the curb. It was noon. Ten minutes till time for the train and the depot was a mile away. A fat travel ing man of middle age came sweating along, toting two heavy grips and has tening toward the depot. Seeing the cab idle, he called to the driver:
 Hey, boy, can you get me to that train in ten minutes ?"
 Dunno, boss; dishyer hoss he putty tolable ole. He war in de ahmy, boss" !"
 Was he in the war? I was in the cavalry myself. Get into the cab and I'll get that horse there in time"
 The driver got inside and the travel ing man mounted the drivers seat. As