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Putnam patriot., 1922-07-07
RAISE POSTOFFICE
 TO HIGHER CLASS

By order of the Postmaster Gen eral. the postotiice at Mechaniesviile has been advanced from fourth class to third class. This changed condi- ton of affairs became effective last Saturday and was welcomed by Post master NJ J. kenney and people of the village who are patrons of the of~ fee.
 The advancing of the office to third class is in recognition of the increased business done at the office and with it Postmaster kenney's compensation will come to him not on the basis of commission from business done. but on a fixed salary.
 The office is now authorized to do en international money order busi- ness. something that it was unable to do as a fourth class office. Because of the many demards by patrons of the office to send money to 'the old country" by means of international money orders. the office has been handicapped and people inconvenience ed. With authority now to handle such money order business, there Is unStinted satisfaction on all sides.
Putnam patriot., 1922-07-07
PLANT 5000 TROUT
 IN LOCAL BROOKS
Fish and Game Club Members Hope For Better Ang-
 ling
State Commission Promises so More
 Cans of Fingerlings In Fall

Approximately 5000 fugerling trout were received in Putnam yes terday afternoon and within an hour or so were placed in 10 favorite brooks in Putnam and towns surround ing. The trout came in 2s large cans and were in first class condition de- spite the long truck ride from Bristol. Conn.,. from which place they were shipped by the State Board Of Fish cries and Game upon application of local sportsmen.
 Prosper Vegiard. who has charge of fish and game for the Putnam Fish and Game Club. took charge of the cans of ingerlings and assigned them to waiting automobiles to make flu. ture trout fishing greater success.
 In all probability 50 more cans of trout. the speckled beauties to be seven inches long. rather than abou, four. as was the case in yesterday $ shipment. will be received here in September for the stocking of brooks not receiving tingerlings yesterday. All of which will make mighty pleas ant reading for those who enjoy trout fishing so much.
 The brooks stocked yesterday were Blackwell brook. Pomfret and Brook lyn; Abingdon brook, Abingdon; Poor Farm brock. Thompson: Ballard brook, Thompson; Mashentuck brook Killingiy; Shady Oak brook, Putnam Five Mile river. south. Putnam and Killinrly; Kit brook, Lyons brook, Black Water brook. North Grosvenor- dale.
 There is an organization iii Put nam that very little is heard about, yet 1t is aggressive, wide-awake, up- and-doing and aeeomplishes lot along the lines for which it was formed. This organization is the Put nam Fish and Game Club and it boasts of a membership of we'll over 100.
 The constitution and bylaws set forth. among other things, that the club was instituted for the purpose of promoting the best interests of the fishing and hunting sports, the preser- vation and protection of game and fish. not only for the fuller enjoyment of the members of the club in pursu- ing their favorite outdoor pastime, but for all other men who also derive keen enjoyment from angling and hunting.
 One instance that is proof positive that the club is trying to fulfill the objects for which 1t was formed, r the announcement that applications have been formally filed with the State Fish and Game Commission for 90 cans of trout. and l5 applications
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Putnam patriot., 1922-07-07
YOUTH WHO STEALS
 GETS COURT FINE

The crowd at the Elks' fair last night was given an extra thrill when the cry went up that q young man had stolen a thermos bottle from the booth presided over by John H. Bulger and others. while the attendants were busy disposing of their wares.
 Patrolman John Ryan. who at the time was assisting at another booth, was notified of the theft. and he set out in quest of the young man. He found him not far from the grounds and escorted him to the police sta- ton.
 In court this morning the young man, who resides out of town, was found guilty of the charge of theft and was fined st0 and costs.
Putnam patriot., 1922-07-07
GRANGE BENEFITS BY WHIST
Miss Katherine Byrne Entertains at
 Enjoyable Piazza Party

Miss Katherine Byrne, Master of Putnam Grange. entertained at whist at her home on Seward street, last Friday evening, for the benefit of that organization. The affair took the form of a piazza party, the spacious veranda affording plenty of room for the eight tables in play. The piazza was brilliantly lighted with a string of different colored electric lights.
 The prizes were won by the follow ing: Lady's first, Mrs Fred D. Card consolation, Mrs. George Sands; gen. tlemans prize. Glenn Dow; consola- tion. James Clifford During the eve ming punch was served, and at the close of the card playing, cake and ice cream topped of on enjoyable eve min.
 Miss Byrne was assisted in the ar- engagements of the party by her broth CT, Daniel J. Byrne, her sister. Miss Elizabeth Byrne, and Miss Phyllis Tatem.
Putnam patriot., 1922-07-07
ReuOluers hyure Three Youths
 In Accidents on July Fourth
EAST WOODSTOCK GIRL PAINFULLY HURT WHEN FIRE CRACKER EXPLODES IN HAND.-FIRE STARTS
 FROM FIREWORKS
Night Before and of Independence Day
 est In Putnam In Years

tiremen's part. to between s200 and S250.
 The tenement Is owned by Daniel Labossiere and is occupied by the fam ilies of Joseph Rohitaille, Arthur Jar vais, Theodore Tetreault and Arthur Ritehie.
 Perhaps the weather of the night before the Fourth had most to do with the unusually dull and quiet celebra- ton that was staged in Putnam Mon day night. And doubtless the same element entered into the passive sort of observance of the Fourth itself. At any rate. old timers assert that the might before" and Independence Day were the quietest in this city in years. These men. whose hair is gray with their years. frankly declare that the days of real old-fashioned celebrations are things of the past. and they point to such dull affairs as have been stag ed in recent years. particularly this. year, to prove their contention. There are no more jubilant welcomings of Independence Day at the midnight hour, this eity-wide celebration being continued throughout the following day. made one continuous round of gun and cannon fire. bell ringing, whistle blowing and noise and racket from divers Fourth of July appliances.
 This sort of celebration" says one old timer. twas the regular thing in the days of yesteryear." s
 Thankful For Few Accidents"
 However. most people are in accord with the safe, sane and quiet celebra- ton such as marked the arrival and passing of another night before and Fourth this year, and find pleasure in the fact that such obseryances are usually accompanied by few accidents that cause pain and sorrow.
 In this connection. but few aeci- dents attendant upon the firing of re- volvers and fireworks were reported. and this is one of the things that Put nam is thankful for.
 The city was thoroughly policed all Monday night and Tuesday. Cap tain Delage and the regular members of the force put in long hours of pa- troI work, extra men for the occasion including Joseph Page and Peter May otte No complaints whatever con corning the activities of over zeaious celebrators were received, and the heavy traffic of Monday night and Tuesday was handled exeellently by the police.
 Dancing at Wildwood Park proved q powerful magnet for many people. while others found enjoyment in q round or two of golf at the Putnam Country Club.
Putnam patriot., 1922-07-07
METHODIST CHILDREN FRoLic
 ON PICNIC AT oUADIc LAKE

Children of the Sunday school of the Putnam Methodist Episcopal church held their annual picnic and outing the Fourth at Greens Grove, Quadie. There were about GO in the party that left Putnam about 10 O. clock in automobiles The threatening weather kept quite number from participating in the affair. However, those that did go. had a perfectly splendid time in bathing, playing games, boating and other pastimes af- forded at the outing spot. Basket lunches were enjoyed at noon and there was ice cream for all.
 The rain, momentarily expected ai- most all day. held of until the late af- ternoon. and for this reason the pie niekers' full enjoyment of the outing was not marred by disagreeable weather conditions. The party arriy- ed home about o'clock.
Putnam patriot., 1922-07-07
BOOZE RUNNERS BURN GAR
 AT oUADie, STOLEN JULY 2

That the touring car of James r. Fitzgerald of Worcester, that was stolen July in that city, has since been used in transporting liquor and was set fire "Wednesday night by the bootleggers and completely ruined on a lonely road to Quadic. is the opinion of Putnam police, whose attention was called to the burned machine.
 Captain of Police Delage looked the car over and succeeded in iden- tifying it and notifying Mr. Fitz- gerald. who is coming on from Worcester to claim what is left of his property. Empty liquor bot ties under and around the machine lead the police to believe that the ear was being used in liquor run ming.
Putnam patriot., 1922-07-07
WOODSTOCK MAN
 COMMITS SUICIDE
C.. V. Caikins Blows Out Brains With Rifie.-Cause of Act
 Mystery
Aged Citizen Was Well Known
 Throughout the Township

Entering his barn and placing a rife barrel at his temple. Gilva V. Calkins. 70, of Woodstock Center. on Sunday afternoon pulled the trigger and died almost instantly. Though he had not enjoyed the best of health of late, this Is not believed to be the rea- son for Mir. Calkins committing sui eide. yet no other theory is advanced for his willingness to take his own life.
 Mir. Caikins and family moved onto the old Moses Lyon farm about nine years ago. He was not man that en- tered particularly actively in local af- fairs and for this reason was not inti- mately acquainted with his townspeo- pie Yet those who did know him. speak highly of him and are grieved that he should end his life.
 At the time he fired the bullet into his head. Mrs. calkins was on a neigh borly visit at the home of George Clark. Not finding her husband at the house, upon her return, Mrs. Galk ins went to the barn and there made the shocking discovery of her hus- bands death by his own hand. Almost overcome, Mrs. Calkins managed to make the tragedy known to neighbors. who rushed to her assistance and com fort.
 MT. Calkins leaves besides his wife. two sons and one daughter Dr. Pike. medical examiner. reviewed the re- mains and pronounced death due to suicide. Burial was at the family res idenee Wednesday afternoon. Rev. Henry D. Baker ofiiciated and burial was in Center cemetery.
Putnam patriot., 1922-07-07

Four accidents of not so serious a character, and fire, was the toll talk en in Putnam and vicinity this year by the use of fireworks and reyolvers prior to and on Independence Day, Tuesday. It was regarded as fortu- nate that those young people who were hurt while at play with their Fourth of July fireworks, were not more seriously injured than they were. Not only this. but everyone is happy that so few met with accidents during their celebrating.
 While engaged in firing of blank cartridge in % ealibre revolver, Stephen Morton suffered an injury b the palm of his hand. He was attend ed by Dr. Bullard, who removed the powder and took the usual preeaution- ary measures to prevent the patient from being poisoned by the gunpow- der
Putnam patriot., 1922-07-07
POLICE ARREST TWO
 ELKS' FAIR CLOWNS
Thirsty" Crowd That Follows Boothleggers Blocks Traf-
 hc at Noon Today
Police Give Men Their Freedom on
 Promise They'll Attend Fair

The clowns who have kept things lively and stirred up no end of fun at the Elks' Fair this week. fell out of the good graces of the Putnam police shortly after noon today, were taken in charge on Bugbee Corner by Cap tain of Police Delage and put in the ''eooler" at police headquarters.
 Inquiry by the Patriot as to what the two fun makers had done to bring the police upon them. elieited the in- formation that because they were going about town with a bag bearing a sign telling the world that they were "bcotleggers, they were advertising a trade" not praetised or known in Putnam and were blocking traffic on account of the thirsty Putnamites fol- lowing in their wake in the hope of securing a swig or two of the alleged wet goods the clowns were suspected of having in their bags.
 The police dried up Putnam sc effectively by their raids of long while ago, that they frown on any ae- tivities of alleged or suspected booze runners and for this reason picked up the Elks' fun makers.
 But when the pair of clowns prom ised on their word of honor that they would be sure and attend the fair tonight and work doubly hard to make everybody happy, the police re- tented and gave the two their free dom
 Of course the whole affair was an- other of the publicity stunts put over" by the Elks Publicity men.
Putnam patriot., 1922-07-07
INSTANTLY KILLED
 IN AUTO ACCIDENT
Miss Gladys Rich, Relative of Putnam People, Dies In
 Crash
Car She Drove Went Down Embank.
 meni and Into Brook

Putnam relatives were present Wednesday at the funeral at Fitch burg. Mass. of Miss Gladys Rich, daughter of Mir. and Mrs. Charles Rich, who lost her life shortly be- fore midnight Saturday south of the village of South Londonderry. in the northwest corner of Windham County, Vt. when the automobile she was driving went down an embank- ment, overturned and plunged into q brook, Miss Rich being pinned be- meath the car. her body being held un- der the water. It was believed at first that Miss Rich met death by drowning. but physicians who examined the body declare she was instantly killed by a powerful blow on the temple What ever it was that Miss Rich fell against. inflieting the mortal blow. left marx on her temple.
 Miss Rich. who was % years old. was frequent visitor to Putnam. and was known and well liked by a num- Der of local residents. Her father, Charles Rich, is the youngest son of the late William Rich of Putnam. Charles Rich lived in Putnam for many years, and is Well known here. He aided his brother, Jesse Rich, ia the latter's store last Christmas sea son Besides Jesse Rich, three other uncIes of Miss Rich, the accident vic- tim of Saturday, reside in Putnam. They are: Samuel. of Sunnyside ave- nue; Walter W, of Woodstock ave nue, and Frank Rich. of Grove street
 Miss Rich Worked In Worcester
 Miss Rich was employed as teleg- rapher by the Worcester Pressed Steel Company of Worcester. She and a girl friend in Worcester recently bought a car. On Friday they drove Co Lowell Lake, near South London derry, to stay over the Fourth with Miss Rich's parents. Mir and Mrs. Charles Rich of 60 Cedar street, Fitchburg
 The two girls and Mir. Rich went Saturday night to Bondville to at tend a dance. On their way home Miss Rich lost control of the car near John Cummings place. a mile and a half south of South Londonderry. The car went down a small embankment and overturned in 6 small unnamed stream. The occupants landed in the water and Miss Rich was held under the surface. the others, who were un- hurt, being unable to extrieate her.
Putnam patriot., 1922-07-07
WINNERS AT GOLF
Cyril Remillard and Miss Wheeloek
 Capture Prizes on Fourth

Cyril Remillard and Miss Sylvia Wheeloek were winners in the golf matches held at the Putnam Country Club on the Fourth. Mir. Remiliard captured the prize in the flag contest, while Miss Wheeloek took first honors in the handicap match, her score be ing 57 with handicap of IT.
 Complete enjoyment in the days activities was prevented by the rain that started to fall during the after noon. cutting short the play of sever. al who were covering the course as contestants for the prizes offered in the matches.
 Many club members partook of the delicious luncheon served at the club house. with Mrs. William F. Raferty and Miss Ellen NJ. Wheelock as host esses in charge
Putnam patriot., 1922-07-07
Elks Welcome GOUernOr Lake
 Hold Parade in His Honor
OTHER FRATERNAL ORGANIZATIONS JOIN IN DEMON sTRATIoN.-SoUTHBRIDGE ELKs RECEIVE KEY
 TO PUTNAM" FROM MAYOR MACDONALD
Eks Collect $500 lnsuraneeTo Run Their Fair Three Days
 Next Week-Fmeworks Tuesday

Ablaze with lights and virtually alive with people numbering upwards of 5000, and with Governor Everett J. Lake and Southbridge fraternal brothers as the honored guests of the occasion, Putnam Lodge of Elks last evening continued their fair on Ia ten's lot, after staging a eommenda- ble parade about the city to music by two bands and with close to GOO men in line. A distinct carnival spirit pre- vailed, being heightened doubtless by the beautiful weather, coming as it did after days of continued rain.
 The parade column formed on Un- ion Square, with police escort. Chief Marshal Thayer and the Manhasset Band heading the line. Marching were large delegations of members of Is- rael Putnam Lodge, I. o. 0. F., Put nam Lodge of Elks, Anselm Mayotte Post, American Legion. in their World War uniforms, and members of Wap- paquasset Tribe, I. O. R. NJ, in gala Indian garb and "war" painted faces.
 Governor In Line
 The parade proceeded to the home of Maj. Silas NJ. WheelocE on Church street, where Gov. Lake was guest. The governor and Maj. Wheeloek, a member of the governors staff and attired in his uniform, stepped into their waiting automobile and the par ade was off again to cover the route about the city. ending at the fair grounds. Somewhat late, Southbridge Elks and their friends. who arrived with the Southbridge Band. in about
Putnam patriot., 1922-07-07
PEAsE- -soNNER
Marriage at Providence Is of Interest
 10 Putnam People

There is local interest in the mar riage at Providence June g of Regi- nald Marcy Pease and Miss Mary Inez Sonner. The groom is the son of Mrs. Gertrude Davenport Pease. who be- fore her marriage was a Putnam resi- dent and well known here. Mrs. Pease's father was q partner in local drug store for year. then known as Davenport < Burt.
 The groom served in the World War as a radio operator. Following their honeymoon Mir. and Mrs. Pease will make their home in New York, where Mr. Pease is to take a position with the Western Electric Co.
Putnam patriot., 1922-07-07
PomFRET HOSPITAL DANCE
Graystoke Scene Last Saturday Eve ming of Delightful Entertainment

"Graystoke," formerly the Pomfret Club, but now the home of the Rec tory School in Pomfret, was, through the courtesy of the Rev. F. H. Bige low. the scene last Saturday evening of delightful dance and bridge giv- en for the benefit of the Day Kimball Hospital. The large rooms on the first floor of the building were beautifully decorated with flags and summer fow- CTS. Music was furnished by Bos- ton orchestra, which arrived late but made up for it's tardiness by the ex- cellenee of the music. About Sf25 was realized.
Putnam patriot., 1922-07-07
WELCOME ROAD IMPROVEMENT
Motorists Advised to Detour, While Meehaniesville Highway Is Torn Up

Because a new cement road is being built at Meehanicsville. from the store northward to point just beyond the sehoolhouse. the highway is practical ly impossible. and for this reason mo- torists will do we'll to drive from Thompson to Putnam via the Chii- dren's Home route. This particular stretch of road has been in exceeding ly poor condition for long time. That 1t is being rebuilt and put in excellent shape, Is welcome news to motor ve- hicle operators all over this section. 1t is stated that the road will be under construction for another week or 10 days, and during that time motorists will find 1t to their advantage to de- tour via the Children's Home route.
Putnam patriot., 1922-07-07

TO automobiles. joined the parade. swelling the line to great length.
 Arriving at the fair grounds, Gov ernor Lake gave a brief address, fol- lowing his introduction by Mayor Macdonald. The mayor discharged his part in the program with ease. and incidentally made a splendid speech in which he heaped praises up- on the governor. In responding, Gov Lake voiced his pleasure in having as honorary escort in the parade, the World War veterans of the local American Legion Post ''They do me honor, and friends. with them back of me, nothing can go wrong" the gov ernor declared following a brief re- view of their part in the war. The governor alluded to his pride in his native Windham county and said that knowing the type of men We have in this county, came to Windham eoun- ty for my best men to help me admin ister my duties as your chief exeeu- tive"
 In concluding his address the gov ernor voiced high praise for the ex- alted aims and purposes of the order of Elks, declaring that the American flag and holy Bible, being the rocks on which the order is founded. the organ ization can't help but do those things for humankind that every person would have done.
 Governor Lake was given a heavy round of applause at the conclusion of his address. Mayor Macdonald, in stating that the exercises were at an end, admonished everyone to "spend at least a dollar
 Entertained With Good Vaudeville
 Afterward the huge crowd was en- tertained and thrilled by the Casting Lordens. This quartet of aerobats put an an unusually brilliant program that was immensely enjoyed by every one. Later there was wrestling match between two Southbridge youngsters, their contest affording additional entertainment.
 During the evening Mayor Maedon- aid presented to the visiting South bridge Elks 'key to Putnam" that was rendered and received with all the usual formalities.
 Observe "Willimantie Night
 An immense crowd gathered down town Monday evening to witness the ,....... 4.. .k.t ,...s kafI ts ,,,u~l. h. FaY nal opening of the fair. Here they come" cried many as Captain of Po- lice Delage and Officers Ryan and Gib- ney and Sergt. Lizard were seen march ing up Main street at the head of column of marching Elks, accompan- jed by Chief Marshal Charles A. Thayer and the Manhasset Band. When it was seen that the Williman- tic Elks were not in line, there was However, the crowd waited and before long the fraternal men from the Thread City appeared and passed in review There were about 300 of them and they brought with them the Boy Scouts Band and the American Band of Willimantic, the latter travelling in trucks and the Elks in automobiles. reported to be we'll over 100 in number.
 Arriving at the fair grounds, there followed on the platform the eere- mony of presenting the "key to Put nam" to the Willimantic brother Elks. Mayor Archibald Macdonald rendered the key, a large wooden af- fair, suitably inscribed in black letter. ing, giving the key into the hands of Exalted Ruler R. E. Melody of Willi- mantle Lodge, who replied appropri- ately in accepting the gift.
Putnam patriot., 1922-07-07
WATER DAMAGES GOODS
Pipe Bursts In Peoples Store Base
 ment, Causing Heavy Loss

The bursting of brass water pipe some time Friday night or early Sat urday morning. in the basement of the store of the Byrne Company. Inc. tThe Peoples Store), Union Square. did several hundred dollars worth of damage. The break in the pipe was not discovered until Saturday morn ing. when clerks arrived to open the store for the day.
 The water was shut of immediate ly, but there had already flowed in.o the cellar a sufficient quantity to food the basement, the water being several inches deep. Cases of goods, not yet unpaeked, were damaged by being soaked with the water Several men were engaged much of Saturday in baling the water out of the basement.
Putnam patriot., 1922-07-07
MRS. SEWARD ILL
Husband and Daughter at Bedside of
 Popular Putnam Woman

Mrs. Frederick W. Seward Is crit ieally i'll in Guilford. She was taken with an attack of acute indigestion last week Tuesday and from that time has shown very little improve ment, her heart action being very weak. Mr. Seward and her daughter and husband. Mir. and Mrs. Nelson Lown, are with her.
Putnam patriot., 1922-07-07
PomFRET MAN HURT

While helping to unload gravel from q truck of the state highway de- partment yesterday, Thomas Melia, 6i, of Pomfret, got his hand caught in the truck and had it badly crushed. No bones were broken. Mr. Melia was treated at the Day KimbaiI Hospital, where he remains q patient.