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Putnam patriot., 1920-05-28

CT Gilman, which brought about the young mans arrest. He did not deny committing the double murder, and in a note that he had written before the crimes gave certain reasons for his intention of committing the crimes
 The plaintiff and defendant in the case settled are wives of brothers sons of the late Nelson Gilman, ST.
 The basis of the case in brief was that of civil suit brought by Ger trude I. Gilman against Lottie Gilman on August 16, 1918, in which dam ages of $10,000 was claimed, and which property of the defendant was attached. The complaint read. T. On or about August 1, 1918, at Wind ham, the defendant spoke in the hear ing of Mrs. Hurteau and others the following words concerning the plain tiff: "She has been guilty of melting murder" fl-Such words were false and malicious. III-The plaintiff claims $l0,000 damages.
Putnam patriot., 1920-05-28

nected with the death of the defend ans son and the father-in-law of both thte plaintiff and the defendant at the hands of the plaintiffs son; and the plaintiff accepts such statement of belief on the part of the defendant" l"
 And both parties herein pray the court that the case may be withdrawn without costs to either party"
 The source of the trouble dates back to the early morning of Novem- Der 12, 1916, when the plaintiffs son, Leon Gilman, 19, entered the home of the defendant in the case and mur- dered her son, Edward E. Gilman, by shooting him with bullet from 32- caliber revolver as he slept and then came to the home of the grandfather, Nelson Gilman, Sr., and shot him with the same revolver as the latter lay in bed.
 The later died several days later. Leon Gilman was tried before the superior court at Putnam, where he was adjudged insane, and was taken to the state hospital for the insane at Middletown, where he died some time ago. For a few hours following the murder it was a mystery who commit ted the crime Later when it became known that the grandfather of both boys was shot, circumstances connect ed Leon Gilman with making an early morning visit to the home of the eld-
Putnam patriot., 1920-05-28
WITHDRAWS HER
 SUIT FOR ISLANDER
Civil Action Recalls Double Homicide of November
 18th, 1916
Young Man Sent to Insane Asylum From Superior Court Held In
 Putnam

The attorneys in the case of Gilman ys. Gilman, civil action for slander, which has stood on the docket of the superior court for two years. filed a stipulation with Judge Keeler, at Will lmantic. Tuesday, and the case was withdrawn. The stipulation was as follows:
 'The defendant in the above en- titled action asserts that she never made the slanderous statements set forth Tn the complaint; and the plain tiff herein accepts the statement of the defendant that such slander was not uttered by her as alleged.
 ''The defendant herein further states that she does not now, nor has she ever said or believed that the plaintiff herein was in any way con-
Putnam patriot., 1920-05-28
Pomfret hembership Drive

The postponed meeting in regard to the membership drive in the town of Pomfret is to be held for the purpose of systematically organizing the mem berxhip campaign in that town. John R. Stromberg. town director. plans to call on eight different members of the Farmers Association to help him in this drive.
 Al the meeting. certain number of the Farmers Association members in the town will be assigned to each in diyidual present. and thereby prevent
Putnam patriot., 1920-05-28
Cs.tsrbury May Have Community
 Meeting

The County Agent gave talk last Wednesday night at the Canterbury Grange. the subject being The His sorical Connection of the Farm Bu- reaus and Oranges
 In talking over the practical work ing out. m an organization way. of tho Farm Bureau work recently. some of those present. including the mas ter, became interested in the possibil- ities of Community Committee. The townx of both Pomfret and Wood stock have such Community Commit tees, and it was offered as a resolution by Grange Deputy Haines, at the point in closing when suggestions for the gsod of the order are asked for, that
Putnam patriot., 1920-05-28
Membership Drive

The Farmers Association member ship drive is becoming more lively all over the county Within the last few days. the membership dues of twenty two new members came into the office from one man who is interested in the campaign. in the south part of the county. New and old members are coming into the office daily for the purpose of joining or renewing their membership f5r the year ending 1921. The town directors in the diffeent teWns are reporting a very prompt re- sponse on the part of all of those who are approached in regard 10 Famers' lssog sa;ion membership.
Putnam patriot., 1920-05-28
Edith C. Strauss. Curtail Use of Non n-Essentials

MAY [. 4S-V. Mrs. James J. Grace, State Capitol. Hartford. Conn.
 Canning and preserving season IS approaching. To provide sufficient sugar to meet demands of this neces- sary industry as well as household needs an intensive campaign should be iuaugurated in your state as has been in several others to eurtail use of such non-essentials as candy, soft drinks. chewing gum. ice cream, etc.
 Edith C Strauss.
Putnam patriot., 1920-05-28
Sales Attended

Charley Pomeroy. who is getting to- gether some pure bred Ayrshires, pur- chased some new stock at both the Branford Farms sale at Groton, and the New England Ayrshire sale at Springfield, Mass. Louis Barstow, who is a member of the New England Association, was in attendance al the Springfield sale.
 W. A. Jennings attended the two day sale of Ayrshire and Guernsey cattle at Groton.
Putnam patriot., 1920-05-28
Mansfield Pomona Meeting

The regular meeting of the Qunie- baag Pomona Grange will be held at Mansfield Center Saturday. May % Fifth degree business session al II O. clock
 Dinner by Echo Grange. 40 cents per plate.
 Lecturers program al o'clock. open to fourth degree members. in eludes the following:
 Home Economics Conference. Mrs. F. l.. Blakeman. members of Home Ecopgmics Committee of the National Grange, and other speakers.
 \ tahleau. The Enemy and the Asenger."
 Xylophone concert. Worthy Leetur- CT Grace E. White of New Haven County Pomona.
 The Singularities of Human and Plant Enemies" Frank L. Davis, Windham County Agent
 Vocal solo, Mrs. Wayne Storrs,
 Recitation. Mrs. Theron Swift.
 F. F.. Bennette, Master. George II, Hamilton. Lecturer
 Patrons coming by train will be met at Willimantic by auto if notice in ad- vance is given Mrs. Orrie r, Anthony, Mansfield Center.
Putnam patriot., 1920-05-28
Deerca.e in Prices of Clothing

May 18th. 1920. Mrs James J. Grace, State Capitol
 Hartford. Conn.
 Effect Women's Division Activities being felt throughout country. Now Is time to intensity past splendid eff forts. Wanamaker. Philadelphis- and New York, has reduced all stock twen- ty per cent. Other merchants follow insr shit
Putnam patriot., 1920-05-28

The women of the Danielson Wo- man's Club interested in dressmaking will meet in the Congregational church Wednesday afternoon, June nd, at 230 p. m.
Putnam patriot., 1920-05-28
DIRECTORS APPROVE LOANS

At meeting of the directors of the Putnam Building & Loan Association held Tuesday evening seven loans, az $l4,000, were approved. There was only available for distri- button $4,700.
Putnam patriot., 1920-05-28

The following are copies of tele- grams which have been received by Mrs. James J. Grace. State chairman of the Woman's Division of Activi- ties, from Miss Edith C. Strauss. Ma tional ehaIrnian of. the Woman's Di- vision of the Department of Justice.
Putnam patriot., 1920-05-28
Ashford to Have Poultry Demons,ra-
 ton

ton
 Mir Vostinak, an Ashford farmer who has been in the town for the past five or six years, has agreed to carry on poultry management demonstra- tion with the Windham County Farm CTS Association. The County Agent and Poultry Specialist will visit this farm as often as possible, and offer suggestions in the building up of the flock, and in the fall it is the plan to carry on culling demonstration for the purpose of getting rid of the in- efficient hens
Putnam patriot., 1920-05-28

any duplication of effort on the part of those who are intreeSted in a sue cessful town campaign.
Putnam patriot., 1920-05-28
Catarrh Cannot Be Cured

by LOCAL APPLICATIONS. as they cannot reach the seat of the disease. Catarrh Is a local disease. greatly infiu- aneed by constitutional conditions. HALLS CATARRH MEDICINE Wkl cure catarrh- It is taken internally end acts through the Blood on the Aucoue eurfAces of the System. HALLS cATARRH MEDICINE ts eomposed of some ef tho best tonics blood puriner0 The poeeeoe eQmoinauon e ths sngrsdlents n jfA1ksQ CATARRH NHplCaNE ss what pkS11e socn won
 brneSists 7kc' TsstinsaIaio 1Ese
 '. J. Cheney Go. Prope. TeseoA -
Putnam patriot., 1920-05-28
COUNTY AGRICULTURAL AND
 FARM BUREAU NEWS

the town of Canterbury arrange for such q committee
Putnam patriot., 1920-05-28

The Danielson Girls Club will meet Wednesday evening. June I'd. at 7.s0 to continue their sewing The girls have new Singer machine which will help them to do splendid work
Putnam patriot., 1920-05-28

The girls of the St. Philips Episco- nal church who were to meet in the Guild rooms Tuesday evening fot sew ing and social time. will meet next Tuesday evening. June list.
Putnam patriot., 1920-05-28

The wauregan Girls Club met on Thursday evening for their sewing class.
Putnam patriot., 1920-05-28

The Dayville Girls will meet tonight for their sewing class in tiss club rooms.
Milford chronicle., 1920-02-27
ANDREWVILLE

Mr.. and Mrs. Harry Minner and
fam ~ of Harr ng on spent Sunday
with Mr.. and Mrs Clifford Norris.
Mr.. and Mrs Arthor Cannon and
children OF Blanchards Station were
Sunday guests of Mr.. Mrs. Charles
Collision
Mr. and Mrs. Norman Butler and
sons were the guests OF Mr.. and Mrs.
John Butler
Mr. Harry Moore has returned to ms
home in Kansas City after spending
some time with rela YES and friends.
Mrs Moore of Kansas City visited
her sister. Miss Annie Butler OF Car
dora and returned on Sunday to
Greenwood. While there she will visit
her sister. Mrs. William Anthony for
a few days
The Ladies Aid Society Of Bethel
was reported TO meet with Mrs. Jonn-
son of Greenwood but have decided
-o meet az the home of Mrs. George
Cannon instead OF Mrs. Johnson on
March 2nd.
There viii be preaching al Bethe.
church next Sunday Feb. 2yth, II the
weather permits Sunday school at
$3.50 and preaching service at 1890
All are invited.
Miss Addie Collision is spending a
few days with Mrs William Bradley.
Milford chronicle., 1920-02-27
IN mEMoRIAM

In loving memory Of our little Emma
Estella Isaaes, who died February 22
1915:
just i've years ago today,
At half past ten you see,
Brings a sad and bitter memory
Emma left us for Eternity.
The time may seem short to others
But 10 as there has been a long space,
Since we bade farewell 10 Emma
And gazed the last on her sweet face.
Farewell, Emma, thy days were number
ed
Even tho the years have flown,
Tho she lived but eight bright summers
Deep the deeds Of love were sOwn.
Oh twas hard 10 part with Emma,
Just why Il was we do not know.
Except that God called no other,
And her answer was I'm go"
Look up loved one. look up ever
Emma Is safe beyond the sea,
And she oeckons ever beckons
rOh my dear ones come 10 me-"
BY her aunt and uncle. Mr.. and Mrs.
y w. Prettyman, 12s Marahan street,
Milford, Del 2-27-1tp.
Milford chronicle., 1920-02-27
IN MEMoRlAM

In loving remembrance Of our dear
daughter. Maggie Wilson, who departed
this life at Harbeson, Del, on February
a. 1919:
In a lonely graveyard
Where the trees their branches wave
Lies our dear. beloved daughter,
In her cold and silent grave.
Just one year has passed, dear daughter,
Since we saw thy loving face,
And we know there is no other
Who can ill the vacant place.
You shall never be forgotten,
Never shall our memory fade,
Sweetest thoughts shall ever linger
Round the grave where YOU are laid
Her memory Is as dear today,
AS when the hour she passed away,
God called her home, 10 was HIS Will.
But IN our hearts we love her still
Sweet Il win be on that isle so free
from sorrow ana pain
With happy hearts and smiles to meet
one another again.
Mother Father Brothers. Sisters, Un-
Gle 2-2T-1t
Milford chronicle., 1920-02-27
A THOROUGH TEST
One To Convince The Most Skeptical
Milford Reader.


The test of time is the test that
counts.
Doan's Kidney Pills have made their
reputation by effective action.
The following case is typical.
Milford residents should be convinced.
The testimony is confirmed the proof
complete.
Testimony like this cannot be ignored.
Mrs. E. A. Jester, Glendale, Del,
says: For a long while l suffered
much from a painful back, resulting
from disordered kidneys. l used two
boxes of Doan's Kidney Pills, and they
cured me-"
NO TROUBLE SINCE.
over four years later Mrs. Jester
said: "Ooan's Kidney Pills iurely did
me a world of good have had no
backache or other kidney trouble since
usinp them.
Price 60c, at all dealers. Don't simply
ask for kidney remedy-get Doan's
Kidney Pills-the same that Mrs. Jester
had Foster -Milburn Co., Mfrs, Buff
falo, N. Y.
Milford chronicle., 1920-02-27
cHRoNIc CONSTELLATION.

There are people who never have a
movement Of the bowels without il is
produced bv a cathal tic Most Of them
have brought that cond tion on them
selves by the use Of mineral waters and
strong cathartics that take too much
water out Of the system and aggravate
the disease they are meant to relieve.
A mild laxative tonic like Chamber
tain's Tablets affords q gentle move
ment of the bowels that YOU hardly. re.
alize has been produced by medicine,
and their use Is not 50 likely to be fol
owed BY constipation.
Milford chronicle., 1920-02-27
NOTICE OF APPEAL ON SCRAP
ASSESSMENT

Notice is hereby given to all whom
il may concern, that the Annual Scrap
Assessment for the Town of Milford,
for the year 1920, as made by author
.ty Of Town Council of Milford. Della
ware. is now hanging for inspection at
the Milford Post Office in South Mil
ford. and at the Office of William A.
Truitt, Esquire in North Milford
All persons are hereby notified that
Town Council Will sit to hear any or
all appeals from the assessment, at
,le office of Tax Receiver John il
Roach. in the Municipal Building, on
Friday. March 5th, 1920. between the
hours Of 1890 and 4 o'clock p. m.
WILLIAM MURPHY,
j. J. PIERCE President of Council
Clerk 2-l3-3t
Milford chronicle., 1920-02-27

me directed Will De exposed 10 public sale
on
THURSDAY, MARCH nth, 1920
at 2 o'clock p. m.
at the Flour MIL on the premises. in
Glendale, in Cedar Creek Hundred, Sus-
sex County, State OF Delaware, the fol-
lowing real estate, to wit:
All that certain lot, piece or parcel OF
land, lying and being situate within the
corporate limits Of the town Of Glendale
Sussex County, Delaware described as
follows, TO wit: Beginning at the East
edge OF McCaulley Avenue and at a post
a corner for the lot Of lsiah T. Baker,
thence with said Bakers lot, Easterly
ninety (90) feet to the edge of a lot
known as the Mil Lot, thence with said
Mil Lot Northerly sixty (6O) feet, also
parallel with McCaulley Avenue to a post.
a corner for lands formerly Of the said
Samuel e. Reed, and parallel with Will
low Street, Westerly ninety 800 feet 10
the East edge OF McCaulley Avenue afore-
said, thence with said Avenue. Southerly
sity (bO) feet TO the place Of beginning,
containing Five Thousand Four Hun
dred (540O) Square Feet OF Land more or
less Improved by a Three Story Build
ing, equipped as a frst-class Flour Mil
and all fixtures and machinery necessary
therefor Of daily capacity Of twenty FIVE
barrels, with gasoline engine; everything
OF modern make; equipped for corn
wheat and buckwheat: everything in
nrst-class condition and running order.
80 - an eNSetteht pant IN an eAcellent
location near the wheat belt of Sussex
county at he junction Of the D. NJ &
V. K. R., ard the NJ. ID. & V. r. R, and
near the du 2ont Boulevard.
Seized anf taken In execution as the
property Of Walter W. Reynolds and An
ME J. ReynJld his wife, and terreten-
ants and will be sold by
WILLIAM o. JOHNSON, Sheriff
Sherin's Office, Georgetown, Del, Feb
ruary 16, 1920.
20 per cent OF the purchase money will
be demanded on the day Of sale
Milford chronicle., 1920-02-27
NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC

Mary P. Watson and P. W. Watson,
who have been conducting the under
taking business at Selbyville, Della
ware, in the firm name Of Watson &
Watson. have dissolved partnership.
And notice is hereby given that 1,
the said Mary P. Watson, widow Of
Paynter +. Watson, am continuing the
undertaking business established by
the said Paynter F. Watson. deceased,
under the name Of NJ. Pasha Watson.
Telephone number IS R-11, Selbyville
Del. 1-16-7t
Milford chronicle., 1920-02-27
LARGE RECEIPT OF AUTOMOBILES

C. NJ. Hammond and Son has pur-
chased nine Hudson and Essex cars,
and they are all shipped, expected to
arrive in Milford about the 5th of
March They are one Hudson Sedan,
two Hudson Speedsters. one Essex
Sedan, one Essex Roadster and four
Essex Touring Cars. Part of the or
der has been placed for the cars over
nine month. 2-27-1t.
Milford chronicle., 1920-02-27
FOR THE CHILDREN.

Too much care cannot be exercised IN
selecting a cough medicine for children.
II should be pleasan to take, contain
no harmful drug and most effectual IN
curing their coughs and colds. Long
experience has shown that Chamber
lain's Cough Remedy meets these con-
ditions. 1t is a favorite with many
mothers.
Milford chronicle., 1920-02-27
TO GROWERS OF CANNING
HOUSE CROPS

We are now ready to make con-
tracts with farmers for 1920 growing
OF Peas, Sugar Corn. Bush Lima Beans
and Tomatoes.
Full information will be given by
our superintendent, James r. Kirby,
at the factory, who Is authorized to
make contracts now and to deliver
seed at time Of planting.
12-12-6 Torsch Packing Co.
Milford chronicle., 1920-02-27
DOLLARS AND CENTS.

Counting it only in dollars and cents.
how much did that last cold cost you
A man may not always stop work when
be has a cold. but perhaps it would be
better II be did 1t takes about ten
days to get completely rid of cold un-
der the usual treatment. That time can
be much shortened by taking Chamber
aain's Cough Remedy and proper care
Of yourself. in fact, a bottle of this
remedy in the house Is a mighty good
investment during the winter and spring
months.
Milford chronicle., 1920-02-27
IN MEMoRlAM

In loving remembrance Of my dear hus-
band, william j. Morgan, who was born
September 5th, 1850, and died February
26th. 1915,
Years have gone but stil / miss you.
Some may think the wound has healed
Bui they do not know the sorrow
That's deep within my heart concealed.
Sleep on dear husband and take your rest,
God called you home He thought IL
best.
But 60 seemed so hard 20 me
When word came that you We're dead.
You are gone but not forgotten, nor
never wl Doe as long as life and memory
lasts shall think of you.
By his WIFE Delmar Del, Feb. 20,
1920 2-27-1tp
Milford chronicle., 1920-02-27
EXECUTOR, ADMINISTRATION,
TRUSTEE, GUARDIAN, AS
SIcNEE, RECEIVER, ETC.

We are authorized by United States
Government to act in any Of the above
capacities.
The safeguards placed around the
National Bank system IN the shape qf
stockholders liability. frequent exami-
nations and reports coupled with the
high standing and ample resources Of
this institution are sound guarantees
that its trusts will be faithfully admin
istered FIRST NATIONAL BANK.
4-25f Milford. Delaware
Milford chronicle., 1920-02-27
IN mEMoRIAM

In loving remembrance OF our beloved
daughter Emma Estella lsaacs, VINO ue-
parted this life February ~ 1910
Your place in our home is vacant
Your laughter and music is still'
Which makes US miss you far greater
And your place Is harder TO MI
Sc wen bid you adieu forever.
And wait for that bright happy uay'
When we'll meet you at the RIVER
And our tears viii be cleared away.
Father and Mother. ---I-L.P
Milford chronicle., 1920-02-27
CARD OF THANKS

We take this method Of expressing
to the many friends who assisted at
the funeral of our sister, on Sunday
and Monday last, and for the tokens
of their respect and affection. Mr.. and
Mrs Cecil McCleary, Milford, Del.
2-27-1t.
Milford chronicle., 1920-02-27
Trustees Sale
H. W. Viereck's Sussex County Real
Estate


H. W. Viereck's Sussex County Real
Estate
James Hall Anderson, Trustee, will ex-
pose to sale by way of public auction OF
vendue the lands Of the late Henry w,
Viereck deceased at the front door OF
the Milford Trust Company, in Milford
Sussex County, Delaware on
Saturday, February 26, 1920
at three o'clock p. NJ. to wit:
No IA lot with a two story frame
dwelling thereon erected, on the West
side Of Marshall Street, between Front
and Second Streets adjoining lands for
merly Of Frank Il. Lofland, fronting 30
feet on Marshal Street and running back
No. "A lot with two story frame
dwelling u ereon erected, on the West
side Of Marshall Street, adjoining j. b.
Williams and lands formerly Of Charles
a. Blair and fronting 80 feet on said
Street and running back 1l2 feet
BY Order Of the Court
Dover, Del, Feb 9, 1920
TERMS OF SALE
On the day OF sale the purchaser will
be required to pay TO the Trustee twen-
ty per cent. of the purchase price, and
shall, on or before the return Cay Of the
sale to be held at Dover, on Saturday,
the sixth day Of March, 1920, deposit in
the Farmers Bank Of the State of Del
aware, at DQNefs 10 the Cfeull OF Lne
Court, the balance of said purchase price.
and exhibit certificate Of deposit on the
return OF the sale. The percentage paid
on the day Of sale will be forfeited If the
terms Of the sale are not complied with.
4 charge Of $1,000 for drawing each deed
will be paid by the purchaser.
NOTICE TO CREDITORS
Notice is hereby given that the shares
or interest Of Carrie II. Niereck. Eliza
beth V. Viereck, Mary NJ. Viereck and
Bertha S. Viereck, in the above described
lands and premises will be sold as above
and all persons having or claiming any
liens or encumbrances against the
shares or interest Of any Of the said par
ties or either Of them, in said lands and
premises, are hereby notified to appear
and file in the Office Of the Clerk Of the
Orphans Court Of the State Of Delaware,
in and for Kent County, on or after the
sixth day Of March, 1920 petition max
ing proof Of the amounts due on said
liens or encumbrances.
JAMES HALL ANDERSON,
2-13-3t Trustee
Milford chronicle., 1920-02-27
IN mEmoRIAm

In loving remembrance Of my dear
father, Thomas j. Coulter, who departed
this lie February 16, 1896:
Twenty-four years have passed you see,
10 seems long. long time to me,
Since / saw my father, T. J. g.
But / hope to meet him bye and bye.
Above the stars in the stormy sky,
Where people live and never die.
Sadly missed by son. James. 2-27-1tp
Milford chronicle., 1920-02-27
MOTOR TRUCK HAULING

am prepared to do all kinds OF
hauling to all parts OF the Peninsula.
Special care and attention given TO
moving; farmers, let me haul your
grain and fertilizers. Phone SO.
H. A Ryder,
11-2S-tf Milford, Del.
Milford chronicle., 1920-02-27
PERIODIC BILLIoUs ATTAcKs.

Persons subject to periodic bilious at
tacks will observe that their appetite
fails them Just before an attack. That
is, they do not really crave food but eat
because it is meal time. If they will
eat only a light meal and no meat, then
take two of Chamberlain Tablets the
attack may be avoided.
Milford chronicle., 1920-02-27
CLASSIFIED ADVERTISING

Advertising rate in this column one cent
a word each and every insertion.
All ads in this column must be paid FOR
In advance This Is the only way IN
which orders will be received for these
small ads. No ad received for less than
10 cents. II you have an ad which you
want inserted, count the words address
and alb and multiply by the number OF
times which you want the ad TO run.
Send the amount with the ad.
Milford chronicle., 1920-02-27
COUNTRY PRODUCE AND
POULTRY WANTED.

| will pay the highest cash price for
an kinds Of Country Produce. Poultry
a specially. r. Fl. DERRICKsON.
27tf Lincoln City, Del.
Phone l44-R R6.