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The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1920-11-18
PREDICT BIG SHOE CUT.
Retail Prices Will BE Reduced $50
to - by Spring.

st. Lo3is, Nov. 17-Manufacturers
here today predicted a 80 per cent de-
crease in shoe prices before spring.
Producers declared that retail prices
could be reduced from s1.59 to 81 q
pair on all shoes if the merchants
would accept the inevitable.
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1920-11-18

Lebanon. Tenn-Searching for wildcat
trap locations, a trapper here caught q
tiger, the first known in Wilson county,
the sheriff said. The tiger was blind and
had an eight gallon daily capacity:
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1920-11-18
DAILY WEATHER REPoRf.

Furnished by the weainen bureau office
Topeka, Kan. for the tTenty.1our heure
ending at a. m Thursday.
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1920-11-18
Kansas city Grain Market

Kansas City Grain Market.
Grange of prices on grain futures on
the Kansas City Board of Trade, as reported
by B. c; Christopher & Co.. 326 New Eng:
land Bldg. 49, -.sf
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1920-11-18

Grange of prices on grain futures on
the Chicago Board of Trade as reported
BY The Empire Commission Co.. 391 New
England Bldg.)
Connecticut western news., 1920-01-22
PRIZES TO CHILDREN
State Board of Agriculture Offer
 s200 to Boys and Girls

The State Board of Agriculture is offering over $200 in prizes for boys and girls corn and potato club work in connection with Farmers Week, February 9 to 14, at the State Ar mory in Hartford.
 The first agricultural club work in the State was started by the Board of Agriculture with a corn project Later the work was taken over by the Agricultural College but the Board of Agriculture continues its interest by offering prizes for completed work. At the present time, prizes are offer ed not only for individual work but also for group competition between clubs.
 The individual achievements are scored on the basis of 100 points, di- vided as follows: Yield 30, profit 30, exhibit 20, story 20. The group com petitions will be decided not only on the accomplishment of the individual members of a club but by their abil- ity to tell the story of their club through their exhibits.
Connecticut western news., 1920-01-22
15O LBS. CLOTHING FOR
 SUFFERING ARMENIANS
Public Meeting at To W n Hall on February
 Eighth

[ The drive for clothing to be sent to the suffering Armenians, brought about one hundred fifty pounds of wearable garments and shoes to the Parish House, Monday; without exception all these were in excellent shape and the Committee would ex- press their thanks to all those who 50 generously contributed. They also desire to express their gratitude to the members of Christ church parish for the use of their House for the day. The clothing and shoes are to be sent immediately to National headquarters, for shipment with other contributions to Armenia.
 George P. Hardenbergh has ac- cepted the place as treasurer of the funds, and all contributions of money should be handed to him.
 Sunday evening, February 8, there will be public meeting at the town hall, native Armenian will be pres ent and tell of the conditions in na- tive country, as he knows them.
 Connecticut headquarters have written Mrs. J. l.. Parsons, express ing their gratitude for the acceptance by North Canaan, of the quota as suggested, that is, the care of fifteen of the orphans of Armenia. North Canaan has always gone lover the top" at every call made, and this call coming from the most needy cou Atry on the face of the globe should re- ceive the same generous response, for there are nearly eight hundred thou sand destitute Armenians; Herbert Hoover has said after seeing the con- ditions there, "It is impossible that the loss of two hundred thousand lives can at this day be prevented, but the remaining thousands can possibly be saved" They will not starve and freeze to death if we take up our share of the burden and give in he measure that we would be glad to Receive, were we in their condi- tion. Not only should the school children be saving their money, but every lover of little children should be making ready for the contribution to the larger fund that will be asked for later.
Connecticut western news., 1920-01-22

Prayer meeting this (Thursday) evening at 7:30. Regular services next Sunday. ...
 Morning worship at 10:30.
 Sabbath School at 11:45.
 Epworth League 6:S0 p. m. Topic The Changing China. Leader, Miss Edith Lindell.
 Choir rehearsal at the church Saturday evening at 8 o'clock.
 Evening worship at 7:30 will con- sist of special service for the de- mobilization of the church service flag at which time there will be special music and an address appro- priate to the occasion.
 Junior League Monday afternoon at 3:30.
 The Cottage Prayer Meeting last Tuesday was held with Mrs. s. J. Briggs. The meeting next Tuesday afternoon will be with Mrs. A. P. Briggs at o'clock.
 At the annual meeting of The Ladies Aid Society held at the home of Mrs. Augustus Caldwell last Fri day afternoon the following officers were elected: President, Mrs. F. F. Stevens; 1st vice president, Mrs. T. Baird, End vice president, Mrs. N. A. Preston; Secretary, Mrs. F. A. Coons, Treasurer, Mrs. Edward Thornton; !; Chaplain, Mrs. F. N. Caldwell; Fi- nance Committee, Mrs. S. J. Briggs, Mrs. Edward Thornton; Chairman of Soliciting Com, Miss c. H. Roraback; i; Chairman of Dining Room, Mrs. s. J. Briggs; Chairman of Kitchen, Mrs. Alfred Barratt; 1st Directors, Mrs. L. A. Caldwell ST.; End Directress, Mrs. A. P. Briggs.
 At special meeting of the mem- bers of the church and congregation held at the church on Monday even ing it was decided to make an in- crease of $350 to the pastor for next year.
 The Queen Esther Circle will meet on Monday evening, Jan. 26 with Mrs. Howard Lathrop.
Connecticut western news., 1920-01-22
HONOR HORATIo PARKER
Choral Union Will Present His "Hora
 Novissima" at Coming Festival

Announcement has been made that beside Beethoven's Redemption" ," the Litchfield County Choral Union will present "Hora Novissima", by the late Dr. Horatio Parker, and some short work of Bach at the June fes- tival as memorial to pr. Parker, who was an honorary member of the organization and considered Bee thoven and Bach as master compos- CTS. The Choral Union and many music-lovers in this section feel great loss in the death of Mrs. H. Godfrey Turner, known in the music world as Maud Powell and considered the worlds greatest woman violinist. She had become a great favorite in this section, having appeared on sev- eral occasions on the program of the festival gatherings.
Connecticut western news., 1920-01-22
STATE EDITORS MEET
Convention to be Held at Hotel Garde
 Saturday, Jan. 24th

The annual business meeting of the Connecticut Editorial Association of which O. s. Freeman Of the Thompsonville Press is president, has been called to meet Saturday afternoon and evening January 24 at the Garde Hotel, New Haven.
 The convention will be called to order about 1.30 and remain in session practically all the afternoon. The program. includes reports of off, cers and committees, admission of new members, election of officers, and the reading of number of papers on topics of interest to newspaper men of the State by members of the Association. MT. J. c. Brimblecom of the Graphic, Newton, Mass, will be present representing the National Editorial Association, and will give an interesting address on association matters.
 Among the live topics presented will be "Let Us Wake Up," by W..S. Jones, editor of the Westporter- Herald.
Connecticut western news., 1920-01-22
PRESIDENTIAL BOOM IS
 GETTING NEARER HOME
Robert ScoviIle Makes Plea
 for IIocvc-: for P-ca.Icnt

While the majority of people have been debating who, of the many would-be presid dents, will receive the nomination of the republican party, the three leaders seem to be Gen. Wood, Governor Louden and Herbert Hoover. Now comes, distinguished resident of our neighboring town, Hon. Robert Scoville, and urges the people of the state to avail them selves of Herbert ,Hcover's candidacy without delay ..,.
 MT. Hoover is undoubtedly known by name to every man and woman Tn the United States, since his work as food administrator both at home and abroad, has brought him constantly before the public. That his work in that capacity was very efficient IS attested by the small amount of criticism of the press in general, regardless of it's politics.
 MT. Scoville's statements regard ing the candidacy of MT. Hoover follows: aa,.
 "Herbert G. Hoover is a candidate for the presidency but not in the gen. orally accepted sense of the term. l make this assertion in view of num- Der of inquiries which have been made by Connecticut newspapers and friends of mine. - #eT
 "It seems to me that at this time an opportunity presents itself to the American people to select a Presi- dent who would more nearly repre- sent our entire population than any man since Washington. The very fact that Hoover is being claimed and sought after by both the great part ies of the country is a guarantee that his administration would not be con- ducted for the benefit of either de- serving democrats or regular re- publicans' but rather along lines that would appeal to the sound business judgment of all people.
 "This 'consummation most de- voutly to be wished may only be effected by the prompt and united ac- tion of the people. MT. Hoovere's broad knowledge of economic prob lems was demonstrated under most trying circumstances and no one familiar with his remarkable achieve ments and genius for organization and administration can have any doubt as to his ability to handle the equally complicated problems of re- construction"
Connecticut western news., 1920-01-22
Pilgrim Church Notes

Saturday, An opportunity is off, cred the young people of the church to come together regularly for prac- tice in singing under the leadership of Miss Theodore Scott. a
 There will be no preaching service Sunday morning. Sunday school at the usual hour II 80 o'clock.
 The topic in the Brotherhood Class will be "The Physical Basis of Char acter Importance of Bodily Condi- tions." Leader, Dr. Adam.
 Christian Endeavor" Meeting at 6:45 P. M.
 Monday, Jan. 26, The Young Wpman's Guild. will meet.
 There will be no meeting of the officers and teachers this week, plans will be announced later.
Connecticut western news., 1920-01-22
CHEAPER FLOUR
Local Dealer Says it Will Cost
 About $1.50 per Bag

Efforts of Julius H. Barnes, Uni ted States wheat director, to reduce the high cost of living by providing housekeepers with wholesome flour at reasonable price is meeting an enthusiastic response, according to reports on the United States corpora tion's resale of flour, which has now been in progress for nearly two weeks.
 Approximately 250,O00 barrels of the governments stock, which is be- ing offered to the consumer in 12 and 12h pound sacks, at prices ap- proximating. 75c for the small size, have been disposed of since the re- sale was opened during the last week in December. So popular has the flour proved in localities where it has been placed in the retail stores that the demand is for the larger, rather than the smaller sized sacks, says New York dispatch.
 One local dealer stated that he had purchased some of this flour and that he would have it on sale in short time. The price for a 241k lb. sack would probably be $1.50. Although this has not yet been determined. While some think this flour of a grade similar to pastry flour others seem to like the quality of it. How ever people hereabouts can try it for themselves at great saving in price when the shipment arrives.
Connecticut western news., 1920-01-22
CONNECTICUT FARMERS
 WEEK AT HARTFORD
February 9, 10, II, 12, 13, IA, in the State
 Armory

Hon. George B. Chandler, who rep resents the Connecticut Chamber Of Commerce on the general committed in charge of Farners' Week to be conducted at the state armory in Hartford on February tc Id, inclu- sive, has received word that the schools of Hartford, Windsor, New Britain, West Hartford and ether towns are to release their children the exhibit. The idea Fj fer the children to obtain first-hanI knowl- dge of the agricultural and indus trial life of Connecticut, and to have them become acquainted with facts regarding what their state is doing along these lines. If arrangements can be made, excursion rates are tu be in force during Farmers Week so that persons may attend the exhibit from al lover the state.
 This years event is undoubtedly going to be the biggest thing Of its kind ever held in New England, ond because of this fact, special commit tees have been appointed to make all the necessary arrangements. The agricultural exhibit along will he we'll worth going to sec, while, com bined with the industrial exhibit, the week will be replete with interesting and entertaining sacts concermng Connecticut. 1t is expected that glee clubs and bands, and speakers of national repute, will be on hand dur ing the evening sessions.
 If there is any special information which persons may wish, they need only to write to the State Board of Agriculture, Capitol, aHrtford, and they will receive a reply. Every agricultural society in the state has become vitally interested in Farmers Week and so have the Connecticut Manufacturers Association, the Con- necticut Chamber of Commence, the State Grange, State Board of ,Educa- tion, State Highway Department and State Board of Agriculture. It will be an exhibit well worth while at- tending.
Connecticut western news., 1920-01-22
BIG SHEEP RANCH
1000 Acres to be Devoted t. Industry in Norfolk

Word has been received that the 7,000-acre land deal in the towns of Norfolk, New Marlboro and Sandis- field, Mass, will be consummated next Monday. This is without doubt the biggest real estate transaction that has taken place in this region. It will include 25 farms and extend about 10 miles square, taking in about one-half of the town of New Marlboro, Mass, one-quarter of San disfield, Mass, and section of North Norfolk. There are four parties in the syndicate, the principals being Armin Bencoe, wealthy Hungarian importer and exporter of New York who resides at White Plains, N. Y. Z
 The big tract is to be used as a sheep ranch, it is understood. Win throp oCne and Robbins B. Stoeckel of Norfolk are the real estate agents handling the deal for MT. Bencoe, John Hall, the North Colebrook real estate dealer, has 10 of the farms listed.
Connecticut western news., 1920-01-22
A CRITICAL SITUATION
 IN LITTLE ARMENIA An Essay by a Student
 in the High School

It is impossible for we, in Ameri- ca, to realize the terrible suffering which the people of Armenia have undergone. Surrounded as they are by n-Christian nations, these people have been persecuted in every way imaginable, but still they remain true to their Christian faith.
 Most of the able bodied men have given their lives in an attempt to save their country from the Turks, but how could little Armenia withstand against the Turks? This barbarous nation entered their territory, des- troying, killing the men, and leaving the women and children to starva- tion.
 The death rate from starvation in this unfortunate land is from two hundred to two hundred fifty per day, most of them being children. Everywhere one sees people reduced to nothing but skin and bones, sitting by the wayside begging for food. Children with sad and appealing faces, whose clothes are nothing but rags, are much in evidence, crying for bread. Can we refuse their ap- peal? Is there single person who does not desire to make these unfor- tunate children happy?
 The call of Armenia is for money, food, and clothing, to help them until they are again an independent and prosperous nation. Already orphan ages have been established for the Armenian children by the Americans, where they are given the proper food and clothing, and it is to carry on this work, that we are called upon to give. ..... '
 The Armenian's love for their country is demonstrated by the spirit of the girls and boys, after they have been made strong again by the food furnished at the American orphan ages. Many of the girls are engag- ing in the making of rugs, an art for which their people were famous. The boys shoulder guns and declare they will fight and die for their country if need be, as their fathers have done.
 The school children of our town are saving their pennies and nickeis to place in mite boxes which have been distributed throughout the grades and high school, to help these boys and girls.
 The cry comes to our, land from the lips of thousands of starving people across the sea, America v' "Americap'. 1t is the call of Chris tian race, looking to us as nation of generous hearts. We must not refuse them. "... Elizabeth Lee
Connecticut western news., 1920-01-22
Muskrat Skins $4.5O Each

The once lowly muskrat has been given further uplift among fur bearing animals as result of sales at Burlington, Vt. Milady's increas- ing fancy for the rodents fur has sent its price to new high record The skins, which few years ago sold for 15 or 16. cents apiece to obtain pocket money, were sold at $4.50 each. This price was paid for a lot of 11,O00 skins and applied to good and bad pelts alike. First sales this winter were at $2.75 each year ago the price was $1.80. All the skins were obtained in Vermont and Nor thern New York.
Connecticut western news., 1920-01-22
Law on Ice Fishing

The new law regulating fishing in lakes and ponds of the state went into effect Monday, and from now until May 1, fishing on all the ponds and lakes in Connecticut will be illegal. This means that all fishing through the ice must stop. The season for racoons and skunks ends Feb. 1 ex- cept when these animals are destroy ing property. The season for foxes and muskrats is open, however, and reports indicate that there is boun- tiful supply of fox, while the musk rats are decreasing in number.
Connecticut western news., 1920-01-22
Eastern Star Notes

The forty-sixth annual session of the Grand Chapter of Connecticut Order of the Eastern Star will be held at Music Hall, Court St., New Haven on Thursday, January 29, 1920, commencing at 10 o'clock sharp. It is the privilege and duty of each Chapter to be fully repre- sented. A special session in connec- tion with the Forty-sixth annual ses- sion, is called for Wednesday after noon, Jan. 28, 1920, at 1 o'clock. Wednesday evening, Jan. 28, din- ner, reception and dance will be given at the Hotel Taft All mem bers of the order are cordially in- vited to attend. Delegates from Esther Chapter, O. E. s. are planning to attend these sessions.
Connecticut western news., 1920-01-22
FARMERS MAKE ENTRIES
 FOR COUNTY CORN SHOW
Corn or Oats May Be Left at Designated
 Points

The officers of the Litchfeld Coun- ty Farm Bureau wish to remind all farmers who intend to exhibit at the County Corn Show in New Milford that the fifty and twenty-five ear ex- hibits of corn and the half peck ex- hibits of oats must be delivered not later than Saturday, Jan. 31st. In order to accommodate the exhibitors the Farm Bureau has made arrange ments so that the corn and oats may be left at Winsted, at the Gilbert High School in ere of MT. Coleman ; at Torrington, at the storehouse of the Litchfeld County Cooperative Association, in care. of MT. Benton at Watertown, with the Hitchcock Hardware Co.,; at New Milford, at the High School in care of MT. Lee and at the Farm Bureau office in Litchfeld.
 Cash prizes are offered in every class of fifty and twenty-five ear ex- hibits of Dent, Flint, Sweet and Pop Corn, also in the classes which in- clude half-peck exhibits of early and late oats.
 With the exception of exhibits of only the ears, each exhibit of corn will be tested for germinaticn. Also each exhibit of oats will be tested for gerrnination and the percentage of hull will be determined. The ten ear exhibits of corn may be taken in on the day of the show, Tuesday, Feb. 24th since they will not be tested. All other exhibits belng entered not later than Jan. 31, will give ample time for the tests.
Connecticut western news., 1920-01-22
Is Shot in Arm

William Lacombe, employed by Contractor William B. Cooper, was recently shot in the army by George Ballard, while on home visit in Gill bertsville, Mass. The young men were out rabbit hunting and while hidden from sight in clump of brush Lacombe was hit by shot aimed at a rabbit. His doctor advised an K ray examination to locate the bullet which passed through the hunting coat, under coat, heavy sweater and army undershirt.
Connecticut western news., 1920-01-22
Thanks from Red Cross

The Red Cross officers wish to ex- press their thanks to the members who so cheerfully responded to the request for help on the refugee gar ments. This work proves that many women of the town, and that includes those of East Canaan, as we'll as those of this village, althought they worked faithfully during the war, have not grown weary in well-doing' but are still ready to do their bit for suffering humanity. ., .. -...
 Florence B. Humphrey, Sec'y.
Connecticut western news., 1920-01-22
Annual Bank Meeting

At the annual meeting of the Ca naan National Bank held last week, the following officers were elected:
 George s. Fuller, President; Ar thur c. Lockwood, ce-President; {; William s. Smart, Cashier; Harry A. Holt, Asst. Cashier. Following is a list of the directors: George S.. Fuller, F. H. Lee, J. L. Parsons, A. C.. Lockwood, H. E. Lyles, R. D. Peirce, J. Henry Roraback.
Connecticut western news., 1920-01-22
Azalea 50 Years Old in Norfolk

A beautiful white azalea, more than 50 years old, stood upon the pull pit desk in the Congregational chap el, when the church had its annual roll call. Mrs. Eldridge, wife of Rev. Dr. Eldridge,' pastor of the church until his death, while she was living, always took the plant to church and it has been kept in the Eldridge home ever since, where it has never been without a blossom.
Connecticut western news., 1920-01-22
Royal Neighbors Installation

The Royal Neighbors held their annual installation of officers on Jan. 14th and adopted one new mem Der, Mrs. Cora Studley. This lodge, though small in number has the dis tinction of being one of the oldest, if not the oldest, ladies' lodge in this place. After the business meeting on Jan. IA social hour was indulged in, sandwiches, coffee, ice cream and cake were served.
Connecticut western news., 1920-01-22
Monument to J. Barleycorn

A monument dedicated to John Barleycorn was unveiled with appro- priate ceremonies Tuesday on the grounds of the "1711 Club" in the North Colony road, Meriden. The inscription on the monument reads: "In Memoriam, John Barleycorn
 Born, B. c.
 "Died, Jan. 16, 1920.
 Resurrection
Connecticut western news., 1920-01-22

The Canaan Girls Athletic Associ- ation held their first basketball prac- tice on Saturday evening, with good attendance. The regular practice night hereafter will be Wednesday.
Connecticut western news., 1920-01-22

Latest reports from Harry M. Dodge who is very i'll in St. Francis hospital in Hartford, are more en- couraging. ..--.
Connecticut western news., 1920-01-22
N. E. Church Note.

[ Prayer meeting this (Thursday)
 evening at 7:S0. Regular services
The Cordova daily times., 1920-11-29

Embroidery enriches many of the new suits. and it is used 0n all the different clothes effectively But there are none of them that make a better background for it than velou"s or velvet or brOadcloth. Any one or these will invite just such lavish deco, ration as appears on the formal suit pictured here. It has a double breast
The Cordova daily times., 1920-11-29
SINH FEINNERS ARE
 CHARGED WITH RIOTS

LONDON, Nov. 29 (by Associated Press) ).-Edward Short home secre tary, declared in the house of com mons today that no doubt the scene of an organized Sim Fein conspiracy