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The Nezperce herald. (Nezperce, Idaho) 1900-1957, 1923-03-29
HIRAM LODGE NO. 80,

Nezperce. Idaho. Regular communiea.
ton on the third Monday night of
each month in the Fraternal Building.
Visiting brothers are cordially invited
The Nezperce herald. (Nezperce, Idaho) 1900-1957, 1923-03-29
to attend.
'.COLD IN THE HEAD.

is an acute attack of Nasal Catarrh
Those subject to frequent "colds's ars
generally in a run down" condition.
HALLS C.ATARRH MEDICINE Ia
Treatment consisting OF an Ointment n
be used locally, and Tonic. which acts
Quickly through the Blood on the NM
cous Surfaces. building up the system
and making you less liable to colds .
Sold by druggsts for over 40 Years.
y. ]. Cheney 4 Co.. Toledo. o.
The Nezperce herald. (Nezperce, Idaho) 1900-1957, 1923-03-29
Alvin Caldwell, clerk.

B-R-Y-C POST, American Legion
Business meeting first Wednesday OF
each month.
Ralph Jones, P. C.
]. W. sutherlin, 2. A.
The Nezperce herald. (Nezperce, Idaho) 1900-1957, 1923-03-29

w. 0. WATERPROOF CAMP
No. AS. Meets every second
and fourth Wednesday even
lngs OF each month in the Fra.
ternal Temple.
Roy Thompson, @. C.
The Nezperce herald. (Nezperce, Idaho) 1900-1957, 1923-03-29
NEIGHBoRs OF wooDcRAFT

Reservation Banner Circle No.
3S7 meets at Fraternal Temple
second and fourth Tuesday ev.
enings of each month. Visiting
neighbors welcomed.
Lillian Biggart, G. N.
Kathryn McCown, Clerk.
The Nezperce herald. (Nezperce, Idaho) 1900-1957, 1923-03-29

NEzPERcE LOCAL NO. 2, r. E. & O.
o. of A. Meets every first satur-
a. in each month Visiting mem.
J. H. MITCHELL, Pres
Fl. A. vonBGargen, Sec.-Treas.
The Nezperce herald. (Nezperce, Idaho) 1900-1957, 1923-03-29

EUREKA REBEKAH LODGE
No. 81 meets first and third
Tuesday of each month.
Mrs. Roy Thompson, N. e..
Kathryn McCown, v. G.
Mrs. Lena Emerson, Rec. Sec ".
Gladys Smith, Financial Sec ".
The Nezperce herald. (Nezperce, Idaho) 1900-1957, 1923-03-29

PRIMROSE CHAPTER NO. ~.
Eastern Star will meet on the
Monday nights before and after
the regular Masonic meeting.
Ora Robertson, w. M.
The Nezperce herald. (Nezperce, Idaho) 1900-1957, 1923-03-29

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Evening star., 1923-03-27
BY ". HI. CLAGETT.

Dear Folks: .t.G ,a-...r.
I'm not one Of them nervous tporcu-
pines who shoot duills every time my
serenity's ruffied. and as a rule II
takes more than q 'nassin' remark to
get my "Angora," but the other aft
ernoon a little incident occurred up
in the lobby Of a certain theatsr
which sure had me riled both ways
from the jack-spot!
I'd eased into the long line Of ticket
purchasers, and when nearfn the oox
office window happened to notice al
time ladies we read about 30 often
but seldom see nowadays! She was
easily past the etghty-year milestone,
yet showed by her pretty white ring
lets. the faint touch OF natures ptnx
smile and bright dancin' eyes that
she had lived her long life accordin'
to prescribed rules and was still IN
quest Of enjoyment. despite her ad-
Yanced agei - =.
Wanted seat Near stage.
The dear old soul was alone. and
seemed most anxious that her seat be
down near the stage I'm just wee
bit deaf" she smiled to the ticket
seller as she followed his lead pencil
over the chart. Not vr'y dear. you
know, but just little hard OF hear
theater so. and hate to miss one word
the actors have to say"
IAN right. lady" laughed back the
official. Here we are. right down IN
"Oh. that's simply fine" was the
happy reply. THAT suits me exactly:
I sat down there last week and heard
every word. I'll take 1t. sir" and I'M
mediately she began to hunt for her
purse.
displayed in one so old. watched her
every action as she fumb1ed through
two or three folds Of her neat black
silk dress. in search Of her bag, and
had really forgotten what l was there
for. when I was rudely awakened by
a raspin' voice from behind. which
beloved. aloud:
"Ah. get a wigRle on. granny: you're
delayin' the procession! Now. wouldn't
va know we'd get stalled behind
somethin' like that, Tess and after
George tellIn' US to meet him at 2!'
Luckily. the dear old ladys bad ear
was nearest the spot whence came the
heartless remark, and she FAILED to
hear 1t. but cut to the quick and with
eyebrows knitted fiercelike. ] turned
on it's author only 10 find her to be
one of a certain brand of the 1923
fiapper 40 prevalent today.
Didn't Act on First Impulse.
My first impulse was to bawl the
young thing outright. but one squint
II the makeup convinced me that
argument would be useless. 80. I just
gave her a look. as much as to say:
Young woman. with all your pastey
face. rouged lips. renciied eyebrows.
foolish lookin' raiment and blazey
manner. you amt even a good sport.
cause you don't respect old age.
When IL comes to befn' game, the old
lady there at the window has got you
tied into a bowknot She's weather
ed the goin' for many long season
and Is still runnin' strong. while.
should you ever reach her four score
and-odd the chances are your Keepers
Will be shiftin' night and day. AS g.
woman she outma tches you. as a lady
you don't class and as a f1apptr she's
got you wobbly. as proved by the way
she just copped that swell seat So
ring Off. you cutie, you're on the
wrong line
o course. the poor seif-centered,
dolIed up. Ill hammered futterer
didn't have an idea OF what was
Evening star., 1923-03-27
BIBLE CLASS TO DINE.
Thirty-Second Annual Event OF
Calvary Baptist ORGANIZATION.

The thirty-second annual banquet of
the Vaughn Bible Glass of Calvary
Baptist Church will be held tomorrow
evening in the Sunday school house
with the following speakers: DR..
Thomas e. Green. director Of speak
ing service. American Red Cross; the
Calvary Church. and Prof Louis B.
Bliss of Bliss Electrical School, A
program OF music will be rendered.
and the class orchestra will play.
Chairmen of the committees In
D. Ormsby, toasts: Neal d. Braeaw.
supper: Fred L. Kohler. printing !:
John T. Skinner. invitations: o. A.
C. OehmIer. decorations: George H.
Judd. reception, and Hugh w. Smith,
Evening star., 1923-03-27
Mems Hats

Select your Easter Hat from
our varied showing and be as.
sured of its correct style and
Quality. We are headquarters
for the world-fan1ous Stetson
and the popular Bradford and
Smart Set"-the latter our own
exclusive hat.
Stetson Hats
81 and $3.50
Popular styles shown here. in
= all the approved spring shades
OF seal, moth. black. hbert, tan,
sand. slate and light cray
Bradford Hats,
Snappy spring styles In. these
quality -hatE-of full fur felt, in
all the correct shapes and ooiors.
"Sniart Set" Hats, $500
Made expressly for US and m
unequalAd value for the money.
4 varied range Of new and staple
: shapes. IN all the popular spring
colorD. -. ..----t- ...-
Mems Spring Caps, 81. $lSs
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Evening star., 1923-03-27
GREAT MONEY SAVING
OPPORTUNITY-WE
WILLINGLY GRANT
VERY EASY TERMS.
In fact, your own terms will be ac-
ceptable-We are not going to
move any Of this stock to our new
store-Come and get your inssru-
ment now,
NO COST OR FORMER PRICES
WILL DETER US FROM
CLOSING OUT.
Open Evenings
1927 G. street NV.

To those who may be contem-
plating the purchase of a Piano,
Baby Grand, Player or Phonograph,
this closingout sale surely presents
the best money-saving opportunity
you will have in years, if ever again.
Here you have the highest grade
of instruments from which to choose
in beautiful brown red mahogany,
Circassian walnut and golden oak,
all marked down to plain factory
cost figures, all offered on terms OF
practically your own making. Will
you let this chance slip? 1t will at
least pay you TO make an early call
of investigation.
Evening star., 1923-03-27
FLAPPER IN LINE At THEATER
CORRALS DOPEY DAMS ANGORA

shootin' through my. mind. and prob
ably never will. unless she happens
her and all others OF her age and
ifk. male and female. that it's this
eyer-growin' reconsideration for the
tempt Of the law which Is causin' all
the unrest throughout our fair landt
Get on the band wagon. kids. it's
you. not the old ladies, who are
thank you. DOPEY DAN.
Evening star., 1923-03-27
$40 Two.Pants
.Iunior Suits, $3.50

MILDLY and Junior Norfolk models
of ali-wool tweeds, featuring tn
Eton Norfolk suit, with yoke and bo:
two pairs of pants, also MILDLY styl
tweed suits with two pairs OF pants
Sizes 8 to years.
Evening star., 1923-03-27
THE HURRY.UP
TIME...ONLY
THREE MORE
DAYS

r. p. Culley e. Sons Closing
Out Sale-Before Removal
Fine Baby Grands, Pi-
amos, Players, Phono-
graphs-Factory Prices
and Less-Ends Friday.
Evening star., 1923-03-27
39c Cretonnes
l9c

Mil lengths Of yard wide
" . Q b q b . Cretonnss, lengths
from 2 to 8 yards but plenty
alike for ell uses Be2uttful
light and dark floral, bird, stripe
and tapestry designs.
Ttst Ilsor--DArtain TaSls.
Evening star., 1923-03-27
Flowers
= e.
for Easter

Beautiful Potted Plants for
Easter gifts, all hardy plants.
On sale, Section Three-First
Floor.
Easter Liiies at 39c bloom.
Boston Ferns at Sc, $l.4s,
SlS9, $l.6e, H.9S and $1!Ss.
Large Rambler Roses, in
bloom, at $3.5e and $50 pot.
Asparagus Ferns at ne pot.
Hyaeinths, one in pot, at Sc.
Hyacinths, two in pot, at 4sc.
Small Ferns at lie pot.
Jonquils at &c pot.
Holly Ferns at sSc pot
ooldsnbsrr's-1t5t flser.
Worcester Democrat and the ledger-enterprise. (Pocomoke City, Md.) 1921-1953, 1923-06-16
CONFIDENCE
BY GRACE E. HALL

YOU cannot bring It back, that mys-
= tic thing
You tore to bits. as children rend a
flower
Through lack Of thought. All, mol the
bitterest sting
Is that you had it once within your
power
And crushed it! But that day is past
and gone,
The bud despoiled by ruthless hand
With all Its beauty wasted, pale and
And even of its fragrance quite be-
reft.
And so this spirit.thing shall not un-
fold
In promised sweetness, nor its per-
fume live;
Despoiled and bruised. it now lies
dead and cold
For lack Of nurturing you failed to
give.
You cannot bring it back! Each petal
Was fashioned and deep-tinted in
my heart
Through years Of conscious homage.
rendered fair
And paid without question, as
your part;
But one by one you plucked and threw
aside
The tender blossoms that I freely
gave;
Faith sadly grieves where that exotic
died.
And Memory keeps lone vigil DER
its grave.
e by Dodd. Mead q Company
Worcester Democrat and the ledger-enterprise. (Pocomoke City, Md.) 1921-1953, 1923-06-16
KNITTING CHAMP CAN'T WRITE

Irish Woman Completes Jumper In 20
Hours and 20 Minutes.
The worlds knitting champion is an
Irish woman who cannot speak Eng
lish or write line-and she does not
plan to make lecture tour Of the
United States.
She is just plain Mrs. McShane Of
Garrick, County Donegal, Ireland, and
until q few weeks ago had never been
on train.
Mrs. McShane, despite these few de-
f1ciencies, won the first prize Of so
guinea cup and ESQ in knitting con-
test with hundreds Of other women,
recently held in one Of London's larg-
est department stores. She won the
prize by completing jumper in %
hours and % minutes. The second
prize was given to young CIR who
completed the work in 81 hours,
Worcester Democrat and the ledger-enterprise. (Pocomoke City, Md.) 1921-1953, 1923-06-16
GETS FATTER DAY BY DAY
Doctors Don't Aid Toronto Man Who
Tries to Be Thin.

Doctors Don't Aid Toronto Man Who
Tries to Be Thin.
Day by day. In every way John Will
fred Calhoun of Toronto, Cam. con-
tinues to expand. Recently he tipped
the beams at 427 pounds and was WIS.,
IDLY growing fatter despite his efforts
TO reduce.
Calhoun is thirty-two years old and
formerly served in the Second Canadi-
an battalion. When he found himself
growing fat out of all proportion he
sought medical advice.
The doctors put him on a diet Of
weak tea, crackers and cereals, but
John thrived with all the adipose &C
tivity Of a man on diet of porter
house steaks and onions.
A circus manager hearing of Cal
houn's plight offered him a position
as Eat Man." but he turned it down.
He does not want to go on exhibit
ton; he wants to get thin.
Worcester Democrat and the ledger-enterprise. (Pocomoke City, Md.) 1921-1953, 1923-06-16
ny DIR. H. MASON KNOX. JR.
Chief, Bureau of Child Hygiene, Maryland State
Department of Health.
EXERCISE
Reprinted by permission Of the Baltimore Sun.

to the point Of fatigue. Gardening
is to be highly recommended in most
cases, and the continuance of mod
crate household duties whenever
possible with the windows. open.
Mental diversion is particularly
important, and everything that is
possible should be done to encour-
age . happy, placid life. Each
woman, Of course, is a law to her.
self, and should receive particular
instruction as to what she should
do from her doctor. He knows her
disposition and strength.
TT IS often asked whether waiting
women can travel. This depends,
Of course, upon the nature Of the
travelling, whether it involves ex-
posture or great exertion. In gen.
eral. 1t is perhaps wise to avoid
travelling during the first four
months and during the last month
Of the waiting period. The doctors
permission should, Of course, be
first secured.
The mother at this time needs .
large amount Of sleep and provision
must be made for this. She tends
also to tire easily. and 1t Is better
to intersperse short periods of work
or other occupation with intervals Of
rest. In this way, she comes to the
end of the day without a feeling OF
exhaustion.
Worcester Democrat and the ledger-enterprise. (Pocomoke City, Md.) 1921-1953, 1923-06-16
u

NATURALLY the expectant moth
~ or wants to know how much
exercise It Is safe for her to take.
Is it necessary for her to lead a
quiet retired life. or can she con-
tinue her work and may she engage
in outdoor exercise as we'll?
In the first place, unless the
mothers occupation has been very
strenuous or exciting, there is no
reason why it should not be contin-
ued at least during the early months
of her waiting period. 1t is impor-
tant that she should not brood or
have any anxiety over her condi-
ton, and nothing helps the proper
normal state Of mind so much as ac-
customed occupation and seeing Sc
lected friends.
Especially 10 It important that she
should have an abundance Of fresh
air. Two hours a day walking in
the open Is not too much. It may
be wise, OF course. to begin this ex-
ercise at shorter periods, increase 1t
gradually up to the maximum. and
then diminish the amount OF exer-
else in the last weeks.
VIZ OMEN who have led unusually
active lives should modify their
activities at this time. Dangerous
sports requiring great exertion
should be given up. and in general
no exercise should be carried on up
Worcester Democrat and the ledger-enterprise. (Pocomoke City, Md.) 1921-1953, 1923-06-16
STOCKTON NEWS.

The M. P. LADIES' Aid were delight
fully entertained by Rev. and Mrs.
George at the parsonage in Green
backville, Thursday afternoon.
The Virginia Exchange is building
an office here. This exchange does
quite an extensive business in Stock
ton.
Mr.. and Mrs. John Burbage, of
Cape Charles, accompanied by friends
Mr.. and Miss Tarr, motored here last
Sunday for visit with Mrs. Bur-
bage's parents, Mr.. and Mrs. J. r.
Smack.
Mr.. Warren Conklin, of the U. S.
Navy is spending his furlough here
with his parents, Mr.. and Mrs. George
Conklin.
Mr.. and Mrs. Thomas Wharton left
Sunday in their sedan for Bryn Mawr
and Wayne, Pa. Miss Ellen Wharton,
who is at school in Bryn Mawr will
accompany them home for her vaca-
ton.
Mr.. and Mrs. Fred Wilkerson are
welcoming another little son to their
home.
Among the people here who went
to Milford to hear the President,
We're Messrs. Levin Clifton, E. H.
Taylor, Claire Brandon, William Tull
and George Disharoon.
Mr.. and Mrs. Hayman of Snow Hill,
spent Sunday here with the latter's
parents, Mr.. and Mrs. George Nichol-
son.
The Presbyterian Aid were enter
tanned Thursday of last week at the
home of Mrs. Annie Sharpley, in Ber-
lin. Mrs. Sharpley, member, has
recently moved to Berlin.
Mr.. Walton Chandler, of Berlin,
was visitor in town the last week
end.
Mrs. James Davis attended the
funeral of her aunt, Mrs. Ellen Bos-
ton, Monday.
Childrens' Day services will be OBJ
served in the M. P. Church. Sunday ev-
ching. Everyone invited.
Mr.. and Mrs. John Bundick and Mr.,
and Mrs. Samuel Brimer visited Prin-
cess Anne Sunday and heard our ex-
pastor, Rev. Marion Marine preach
They also went to Hebron to see Rev
and Mrs. Linden Hess.
Miss Margie Mock has returned
from visit to friends in Baltimore.
Mr.. John Hickman and friend of
Wilmington, spent few days here at
the home of Mr.. Hickman's parents,
Mr.. and Mrs. Neal Hickman.
Miss Cecilia Houston, of New York,
is here on a visit to her mother, Mrs.
Sallie Houston.
Friends of Robert I. Givens, D. D.
S., received invitations to his COM
lmencement at the University of Nd,
held at the Lyric last Saturday. Dr.
Givens graduated with honors.
Worcester Democrat and the ledger-enterprise. (Pocomoke City, Md.) 1921-1953, 1923-06-16
IN THE CHURCHES.

BETHANY M. P. CHURCH.
Sunday School and Adult Bible
Glasses at 10 A. M.
Divine worship and sermon at II
A. NJ, and 500 P. M.
Prayer service and short address by
the pastor Wednesday evening at 500
o'clock.
Junior Christian Endeavor, Friday
at 7.30 P. M.
We extend to you a cordial invita-
ton to attend all these services.
E. L. BUNCE, Minister.
Worcester Democrat and the ledger-enterprise. (Pocomoke City, Md.) 1921-1953, 1923-06-16
Attack Campers While Asleep.

Jim Riley writes, ave were camp
ing up in the Main woods and one
night we were attacked by swarm of
large biting flies. Luckily had can
Of Royal Guaranteed Fly Destroyer,
sprayed it on them and they vanish
ed quickly" Have can in your home
at all times! $500 per gallon, with
sprayer free. Sold and guaranteed
by Matthews & Observation-Disclosures
ment.
Worcester Democrat and the ledger-enterprise. (Pocomoke City, Md.) 1921-1953, 1923-06-16
BAPTIST CHURCH.

BAPTIST CHURCH.
Sunday School at 10 A. M.
Preaching at II A. M, and 500
+. M.
B. Y. P. u, at 700 P. M.
Prayer Meeting Wednesday evening
500 o'clock.
Pitts Creek-Sunday School. 2 P.
M. Preaching at P. M.
A cordial invitation is extended to
the public to come worship with us.
D. w. LITTLETON, Pastor.
Worcester Democrat and the ledger-enterprise. (Pocomoke City, Md.) 1921-1953, 1923-06-16
"COLD IN THE HEAD"

q an acute attack Of Nasal Catarrh.
Those subject to frequent "colds' are
generally in run down" condition.
HALLS CATARRH MEDICINE Is q
Treatment consisting Of an Ointment. to
Quickly through the Blood on the Mu-
cous Surfaces. building up the System.
and making you less liable to "colds."
Sold by druggists for over 40 Years.
+. J. Cheney & Co.. Toledo. o.
Worcester Democrat and the ledger-enterprise. (Pocomoke City, Md.) 1921-1953, 1923-06-16
ST. MARY'S P. E. CHURCH.

ST. MARY'S p. E. CHURCH.
Sd after Trinity, June 17-Holy
Communion in Grace Church. Mt.
Vernon at 1890; evening prayer in
St. Mary's, Pocomoke at S.
18th after Trinity, June 24-Holy
Communion in st. Mary's, Pocomoke
at IL; evening prayer in St. Stephens,
Paramount at 8, and in st. Marks,
Kingston at 8.
REV. G. v. BELL, Rector.
Worcester Democrat and the ledger-enterprise. (Pocomoke City, Md.) 1921-1953, 1923-06-16
PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH.

PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH.
Sunday School and Mems Bible
Class 10 A. M.
Preaching at II A. M. and 8 P. M.
Prayer Meeting, Wednesday even
ing at 7.30.
Beaver Dam-Sunday School, 2.30;
Preaching 3.15.
J. w. LACY, Pastor.
Worcester Democrat and the ledger-enterprise. (Pocomoke City, Md.) 1921-1953, 1923-06-16
SALEM M. E. CHURCH.

SALEM M. E. CHURCH.
Sunday School 10 A. M.
II A. M. and 7.3O P. NJ, Preaching
by the pastor.
Prayer Meeting Wednesday even
ing at 7.30.
J. r. BICKING, Pastor.
New Britain herald., 1923-12-21
UNIVERSITY SCANDAL.

Chicago. Dec. 2l.-One student at the University Of Chicago was under expulsion today. two others were suspended and disciplinary action against several others may be taken as a result Of liquor drinking back stage ct university theatrical. Dec {. It was said that the liquor was intended to f0rtify some of the more Hervous actors.
 Some of the offending thespians were said 10 have in1uIged in a dance vfth co-eds below stage. the girls in costumes tarying from ballet dresses to monkey garb. the latter beinE worn by eight of them in an act called T uish I zss a monkey in zoo"
New Britain herald., 1923-12-21
REPORTS OF BATTLE
san Antonia Paper Gets Messages Inc dicating Fierce Conflict Rsgc~ in Mexico.

By The Associated Press.
 San Antonio, Tex, Dec. 2i.---Re- ports from Mexico City today received here by the Light indicate that a bat. tie for the possession of Puebla a rebel stronghold, is in progress. Gen. Nillareal, commanding 6,n0O men is holding the city and defending it against an attack by two armies. one under command Of President Obrogon and the other under command of Gen. Andrew Almazan.
 other ad,ices received by The Light state that federal forces are leaving the state of Tamaulipas and San Luis Potosi for Mexico City as it is be- lieved the rebels will attack the capi- tal should they win at Puebls.
 Dc Ia Huerta forces under Nincente Segura, governor Of the state of Hidaigo under Carranza are reported to have taken Pacuchs, capital of Hidslgo, and to be holding the city.
New Britain herald., 1923-12-21
DEMAND FOR WOOL
Prices Kecp Very Firm and Tendency of Values is still Upward Here and Abroad--No Neglect of Market.

Boston, Dec. 2f.-The Commercial Bulletin will say tomorrow.
 The demand for wool has con tinued moderate, although the manu- lecturers have by no means neglect rd the market. Prices keep very firm throughout the list and the tendency of values still is upward both here and abroad. The farther one gets from wool, however. the less grows the strength Of the situation, until one reaches tho goods markets and there he finds little of encouragement at the moment. What tho results of heavyweight openings next month will be is q matter of no little conjecture throughout the entire trade.
 The foreign markets are closing tho year extremely buoyant and in all inc auctions both at London and in the primary markets, prices have closed at tho top. In tho Australian sales, there have been unusually good clearances and hardly anything IS carried over into the new year from the sales already held. In our own western markets there is com rsratively little wool left anywhere and what is still on hand is held at extremely high rates
 "Mohair is in a strong position with prices very firm.
 "The rail and water shipments of wool from Boston from January |, 1928 to December 20, 1923 inclusive were i45.s5S.So0 pounds against 12i,- f95.675 pounds for the same period last year. The receipts from Janu- ary |, 1923 to December 20, 1923 in- elusive were 40e,ss7,e0o pounds against 4oa,e64,4t1 pounds for the same period last year."
New Britain herald., 1923-12-21
SUSPECTED OF STEALING
 CHRISTMAS CLUB CHECKS
Youths Thought to Have Followed Postmcn About and Rifed
 Private Mail Boxes.

The police officials are investigating an unusual complaint which has caused Chief William C. Hart to is- sue a warning to New Britain store keepers. According to the police two young men, who are now being sought, are believed to have followed a mailman about as he was deliver ing Christmas checks from local banks and when he placed one in mail box at a private home, it is al- leged the two youths awaited his de- parture and then stole the check.
 They are alleged to have forged the name of the party to whom the check was made out and cashed it at a Main street store after purchasing a small quantity of goods. The check was for slO0 while the value of the articles purchased amounted 10 s1,50. The check was drawn on the New Britain National bank.