Connecticut western news., 1922-04-13
WEST CORNWALL

can be materially improved through the establishment of a better under standing on the part of the public of some of the difficulties met with-by the carrier in the performance of his duties. E.s. 'l ... It is the desire of the department, and it's purpose ito provide adequate and convenient service, so far as may be possible, to all persons residing in rural communities, but this end can not be attained without the full CO., operation of the patrons in the ] efforts of postmasters and carriers to serve them promptly, regularly, and satisfactorily.
 Whatever facilitates the work of the carrier is of direct benefit to the l patrons, for the greater the ease and speed with which carrier may cover his route, the earlier and better the rservice afforded. So, patrons of rural delivery can greatly help them selves by helping their carrier, see ing to it that roads are kept in good condition, and promptly opened after storms, by keeping the approaches to their boxes clear, and by promptly and willingly correcting any irregu- larities affecting their boxes when asked to do SO.
 The main purpose of Postal I'm provement Week" is to impress pa- irons of the mail service as to how they may assist in expediating the delivery and dispatch of their own mail. Rural patrons can assist in this matter by placing stamps on their letters, instead of placing unstamped mail in the boxes together with money for the purchase of required postage. This delays the carrier and prevents the patrons from receiving their mail as expeditiously as they otherwise would. If necessary, however, to place money in box, it should be put in a coin-holding re- ceptacle, or be properly wrapped so as ot be quickly taken from the box by the carrier" t.# l The grange meeting held March 18th was unusually interesting. The brothers presented a short play and later served refreshments furnished by themselves without assistance from the sisters. April 9th an eau ally interesting meeting was held. Besides the regular lecturers pro- gram, a new feature was introduced in the form of wedding anniversa- ries. MT. and Mrs. Andrew Clark, married 40 years, MT. and Mrs. W. J. Wilcox, 29 years and MT. and Mrs. Geo., Corban married years, all on the 9th of April, which happened to be the night for a regular grange meeting. So little surprise was planned for the three couples. A small piece of silver was presented each couple> and a brides loaf was also furnished, made by Mrs. E. W. Bennett. R. K. Southwick made the presentation speech in few well chosen words, and an acrostic for each couple. Altogether it was a very enjoyable occasion for all.
 MT. and Mrs. Andrew M. Clark Andrew! We wish you joy;
 No shadow cloud this day.
 Delight, without alloy,
 Refresh you on your way.
 Each year be better than the last:
 We clasp your hand, and hold it fast. Mary! On this April day, t'
 As in April years ago,
 Radiate the smiles of May t You need not the mistletoe.
 Clark, one was, and Clark remains. Lady Clark, a new name gains.
 A new dignity and beauty
 Radiate where Love and Duty
 Keep watch and ward o'er hearth | and home.
 Lines written to celebrate the fortieth anniversary of the marriage of Andrew M. Clark and Mary L. | Brown