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The Sauk Centre herald. (Sauk Centre, Stearns County, Minn.) 1886-current, 1924-07-17
LINEMAN KILLED

Electrocuted while repairing a
broken power line, R. Hutchinson
Little Falls, lineman for the Mime
sofa Power and Light Company, was
instantly killed late Thursday after
noon at Royalton. Hutchinson was
at the top of an electric line pole
near the Methodist church in Royal
ton attempting to repair a broken
line, when the line came in contact
with him and sent $500 volts of cleo.
tricity through his body.-St. Cloud
Daily Times, July IL.
The Sauk Centre herald. (Sauk Centre, Stearns County, Minn.) 1886-current, 1924-07-17
John Glen Ingersol Died
AT Bemidji Sunday July G
Was 81 years Old and Resided In
Minnesota IS Years-Left Here
IL Years Ago

John Glen Ingersol, prior to twelve
years ago, a resident of Sank Centre
for many years, passed away at the
Lutheran hospital, Bemidji, Sunday
evening, July 6, age 81 years, after
having been a resident of Minnesota
for 65 years.
The following taken from the Be
midi Pioneer of July Z, will be of
interest TO the many old friends of
The Sauk Centre herald. (Sauk Centre, Stearns County, Minn.) 1886-current, 1924-07-17

Mr.. and Mrs. Herman Logan
(Hazel Pangburn) of Baltimore, Nd,
arrived in Sank Centre Friday eve
ming for a two weeks visit with the
lady's parents, Mr.. and Mrs. David
Pangburn. They have rented the
Conklin cottage, on Sank Lake which
they are now occupying.
The Sauk Centre herald. (Sauk Centre, Stearns County, Minn.) 1886-current, 1924-07-17
FUNDS SLOW COMING IN

A few days ago J. B. Schoenhoff
received a letter from Gov. J. A. o.
Preus in which he expressed his ap-
probation for the interest Sank Cen
tire was taking in raising funds for
the cyclone sufferers of southwest
ern Minnesota. Among other things
the governor stated: "Funds coming
in very slowly and we need consid-
cradle sum to get these people back
on their feet"
The Sauk Centre herald. (Sauk Centre, Stearns County, Minn.) 1886-current, 1924-07-17

w. A. Moore and neice, Miss
Helen Hamilton, came down from
Hackensack Tuesday and are spend
ing several days in Sank Centre.
Putnam patriot., 1924-07-11
OBITUARIES
Mr.. Allan B. B.riesen

Ella NJ. Burleson. only child of the late Amasa and Amy Woodward Walk CT, was born in East Woodstock March 29, 1850. Her parents moved to North Grosyenordale in her early childhood. and her girlhood days were spent there.
 June 20. 1874. she married Allan R. Burleson of Willimantie. and since then her home has been in that city. Their golden wedding anniversary came two weeks before her death. Three children were born to them. One, Mrs. Grace Douglas, died eleven years ago: the others, Mrs. Carl Pick nell and William A. Burleson. live in Willimantie. There are also five grandchildren. the youngest, the only grandson, born only two days before her death.
 She had been in failing health for many months. and the last two months had been ones of great suffering. She died on Saturday. July 5. The funeral services were held at the home on Tuesday afternoon, conducted by her paster. Rev. F. T. Forshay, and she was laid to rest covered with a pro- fusion of most beautiful flowers. the loving tribute of many friends.
 A very devoted wife and mother and a loyal helpful friend. there are many to mourn her loss, while her many helpful deeds will enshrine her mem ery in the hearts of those who knew her
Putnam patriot., 1924-07-11
Mrs. Harriet F. Johnston

The death of Mrs. Harriet Paine Johnston, an aunt of Dr. R. C. Paine of Thompson. and daughter of Mir and Mrs. John Jaine. late of East Wood stock. occurred at her home at Pasa- dena, California. last Thursday. uri- al was this week Monday at OakWood cemetery. Chicago.
 Mrs. Johnston was born in Brim- field. Mass. in ls4l. In 1861 she went Co Chicago. living there until l922. She was graduate of Mt Holyoke Col lege in the class of 1860, and recently returned to the sixtieth reunion Of her class. While living in Chicago she taught school for nearly fifty years very successfully
Putnam patriot., 1924-07-11
Mrs. Samuel K. Spalding

Mrs. Samuel K. Spaldlng died at her home on Grove street early Wednesday morning. An accident on June 20. when she fell and broke her hip. weak ened her. and contributed Co her death. Mrs. Spalding was eighty-one years of age, her years counting against her in her endeavor to recover from the ef- fleets of the accident
 The death of her husband, who was an employe of the First National Bank, occurred about fifteen years ago. Since that time Mrs. Spalding has lived alone.
 She leaves no children. Mrs. F. Nj. Burges of King street is niece, Mrs. Walter N. King a grandnieee and E*- erett Burgess, q grandnephew.
 Funeral services were held this af- ternoon at o'clock from her late home with Rev. Nathan B. Burton. pastor of the Methodist church. officiating. Bur ial was in Grove Street cemetery.
Putnam patriot., 1924-07-11
DIED

North Woodstock July s, Joseph Livernois, aged 4e L0WRY-In Boston. May 23. at the Fenway Hospital, G Harold Lowry Of Pomfret. aged g. years JOHNSTON-In Pasadena, Cam July 3. Mrs. Harriet Paine John ston, formerly of East Woodstock MAGNUSON-In North Grosvenor- dale, July 1, Mrs Sarah L. Magnu- son, aged 83 years. AILEN-In East Woodstock, July ., Mrs. Emily Ross Allen, aged s2 years.
 M0REAU-Tn Putnam, July 6, Louis II. Moreau, aged 80 years. NANDANILLE-In Worcester. July <. Mrs. Marie Mandavilie of Put nam. aged n years. Putnam, Jaly g, Mrs Samuel K Spalding. aged sl years BARRETT - In North Woodstock July 9. William M. Barrett, aged 7f years.
 BuRLESON-In Willimantie, July 5 Mrs. Allan B. Burleson, formerly ot East Woodstock.
Putnam patriot., 1924-07-11
M,. Harriet Paine Johnsion


 Mrs. Harriet Paine Johnston died en Thurday, July 3, at Pasadent, Calf. and was buried July ' in Oak wood cemetery, Chicago.
 Mrs. Johnston was born in Brim- field. Mass, June g, ls4l, the daughter of John and Mary Ann Paine. late of East Woodstock. She was a resident of Chicago from 1861 until 1922, when she removed with her husband. Joseph $. Johnson, and daughter. Miss May j Johnston, 10 Pasadena. the residence of her sister. Mrs. George l. Bixby. and her broth CTS. George 4. and Dr. A. C. Paine, all of whom survive. Another broth CT. Lyman NJ. Paine. resides in Chi caeo. Dr. Robert C. Paine of Thomp- son is the son of another brother. the late John N. Paine of East Wood stock
 Mrs. Johnston was graduated from Mt Holvoke College with honor in the class of 1860. and enjoyed its six tieth reunion in 1920. She was teacher in the public schools of Chi cago for nearly fifty years, being prin- cipal of the Kosciusko School for twentv-nine years. She was very ear nest in her endeavor to instill the highest American ideals into the lives of her pupils. most of whom were Of foreign parentage. and her efforts were richly rewarded by the high character of her graduates. their af- lection for her, and their loyal de- votinn 70 our country and flag.
Putnam patriot., 1924-07-11
BORN

Putnam. July {. at the Day Kimbail Hospital, son Co MT. and Mrs. George Neely of East Woodstock. WOOD-Iu New London. July $. 8 daughter to Mir and Mrs. John Wood. Mrs. Wood was Miss Paul inc Grady of Putnam. KEMPTON-In Putnam, July s, at the Day Kimball Hospital. son to Mir. and Mrs. Leonard kempton ot AftaWauRan
Putnam patriot., 1924-07-11
 MARRIED

-ROUSE-In East Wood stock, July 3. by Rev Henry D. Ba- ker. Miss Dorothy Rouse of Wood stock and Alfred D. Wagner of Glenn Cove. l.. l. PITKIN- -BR0NN-In Putnam. July 3. by the Rev. James A. Brown Of Indianapolis. Ind, Miss Florence Brown and ThaddeuE Pitkin. Worcester Mass. July ?, Miss Helen Mae Jones of Worcester and Jesse Peterson of Brandy Hiil
Putnam patriot., 1924-07-11
RED MEN MARCH
Local Tribe Takes Part In East Xii
 Ingly Celebration

One of the big factors in the success Of the East killingly Fourth Of Jury parade and celebration was the pres ence of thirty Red Men from the Nap paquassot Tribe of Putnam m the iht' l all thela var paint and reghiia. tne Putnam Tribe made a very good snow ing. There was quite a long parade, followed by speaking, an eAsslieils 7. clam chowder dinner for which hihg George Jacques was the caterer, ana sports. A large crowd as usual Nit- messed the annual East kiliingiy seie- hration, which was fully as gnoa as ever.
Putnam patriot., 1924-07-11
Mrs. Emily Ross Allen


 Funeral services for Mrs. Emily Ross Allen were held Wednesday at the home of Mr. and Mrs. John k. Al drich. East Woodstock. Burial was in the East Woodstock cemetery
 Mrs. Allen died at the Aldrieh home on Sunday after being in failing health for four months, for three Of which she had been confined to her bed. She was the widow of Gleason Allen. and had made her home in East Woodstock for more than thirty-five wears, being housekeeper for the late Stephen Morse for much of that time She was ninety-two years old. There are no surviving children, but she does leave three nephews, four grandchildren. and one great-grand- child. Mrs. Allen was the oldest mem her of the East Woodstock Congre- gational church.
 The funeral was held at her late home Wednesday at 2 o'clock, Rev. H D. Baker, pastor of the Congrega- fie.naI church. conducting the service. Ms. Ezra May and Mrs. H. D. Baker sang. My Faith Looks Up to Thee, a favoriie hymn.
 The bearers were Marcus Morse. Arthur Morse. Mathew Dartt, and David Hicks. There were beautiful floral tributes from relatives and friends. one from the Ladies Aid so- ciety. of which she was member
 Burial was in the Morse lot in the East cemetery.
 Relatives and friends from out Of town attending the funeral were Fl mer Ross and son. Miss Holland of Providence. MT. and Mrs Wood, Ms. Gay. Mrs. Florabelle Chase of South bridge. Mass. Prof and Mrs. Sydney Morse of Easthampton, Mass.
Putnam patriot., 1924-07-11
INTERESTING PICTURES SHOWN

Interesting and up-to-the-minute photos are being shown in the new show frame in the Putnam Savings Banks window. These changes come daily and this week pictures of the ravages the cyclone at Lorain, Ohio, made, also the sp0rtsmen m the Olym- pie games were shown, besides the Democratic convention pictures. The photos are we'll worth watching for.
Putnam patriot., 1924-07-11
WEDDINGS
Peterson-Jone es

Peterson-JoneS
 Jesse Clinton Peterson Of Brandy and Mrs. Charles Peterson of Brandy Hill. was married in Worcester on July 2 to Ms Helen Mae Jones Of that city. Tle couple were attended by Mrs. Charles Peterson. mother of the groom. aad Mir. lrbank of Worcester.
 A reception in honor of the couple was he'd at the Peterson home in Brandy Hill on July 1. Mir. and Mrs. Peterson received many serviceable gifts and the congratulations of many friends. 4 luncheon of chicken sand wiches. cake. coffee and strawberries was served by the mother of the groom and Mrs. Annie White of Providence.
Putnam patriot., 1924-07-11
Mrs. Nareisse Mon,vilIe

The body of Mrs. Nareisse Mont vile was brought Co her home in this city Thursday from St. Nincent's Hos pital. Worcester, where she died fol lowing an operation.
 Mrs. Montville is survived by her husband. track foreman for the New Haven railroad. two sons. one an en- gineer and the other employed at the freight depot, and a daughter living in Uxbridge. Mass.
Putnam patriot., 1924-07-11
JOS. BEAuDRY IN COURT

In the First District court at Web ster Tuesday morning Joseph Beaudry of 36 South Main street. Putnam, was fined $50 when found guilty of driving an automobile while intoxicated. He pleaded guilty to the charge and of fered no defense.
Putnam patriot., 1924-07-11
William Nj. Barrett

The death of William NJ. Barrett, old resident of North Woodstock. oe- cured at his home there Wednesday evening. Mr Barrett had been in fail ing health all summer. 4 short time ago he had an attack of heart trouble from which he practically recovered, but a second attack brought his death.
 Mir. Barrett was the son of Mr. and Mrs. Anson Barrett, and was born seVenty=siX years ago. He has spent most of his life in North Woodstock, working for a time with his uncle as a carpenter. and since spending his time at farming.
 His wife. formerly Lucy Lombard of Woodstock. survives, as well as two sens. Marvin and Ethal of Woodstock. Mrs. Mary Burt of Putnam is a sister.
 Funeral services will be held tomor- row afternoon at o'clock from his home at North Woodstock, with burial in the North Woodstock cemetery.
Putnam patriot., 1924-07-11

Beaudry's arrest took place Sunday evening. when his automobile hit n hydrant In Dudley, knocking it of at it's base and allowing q stream of wa ter to spout all over the landscape. After hitting the hydrant, the ma chine veered off and after going q short distance further ran into tree, Despite the double collision, the ear.
Putnam patriot., 1924-07-11
CONTRIBUTIONS NEEDED
Fresh-Air Committee Wants Money
 For Work This Summer

Miss Gertrude Perry. secretary of the local committee which Is making arrangements for the entertainment of East Side New York children here the last two weeks in August, has the past week received a few offers from people willing to entertain the chh- dren. Most Of those who are willing to take the little New Workers, wish, however. to receive money to pay at least part of the expense of boarding them. In the past the fresh air com mittee has eudaavored to raise money SO that some ef the children may De boarded in country homes If not enough people who will take them without recompense can be iouna' hsa year nrarticaIiv no eontf buttons have been received te date. he committee would be pleased to receive any mon ey. which should be sent to Miss Cert rude Perry. Providence street, clty'
Putnam patriot., 1924-07-11

an old touring model, did not appear to he badly damaged. Five passengers in it escaped before the arrival of the officers after the second crash.
 The court ruled that Beaudry must also pay the expense of the replace ment of the hydrant as well as the fine. and this will set him back S65 more. Judge L. 0. Rieuford gave him iuntil Saturday Co settle
Putnam patriot., 1924-07-11

long illness. Funeral services were held Monday at the Swedish church with burial in the Swedish cemetery. Mrs. Magnuson was the widow of Sven MaRnuson, who died several years ago. She leaves six children, three sons and three daughters.
Putnam patriot., 1924-07-11
Wagner.Rouse

Miss Dorothy H. Rouse of Wood stock and Aired D. Wagner Of Glenn Cove. L.oae land were married at noon Sat afday b. Rev. Mr. Baker at East Woo took. The bride was dress ed in pov CT blue, and hmat to match. After a dinner served at the home of the bride the ycung couple left for their home by automobile, to Long ls- 4.uA
Putnam patriot., 1924-07-11
Louis H. Moreau

Louis H. Moreau. a travelling sales man. died at the home of his parents, Mir. and Mrs. Henry Moreau of 5 Florence street, on Sunday. Mr. Nor eau was born in Woonsoeket, and was single. Funeral services were held Tuesday morning at o'clock at st. Mary's church. Burial was in st. Mary's cemetery.
Putnam patriot., 1924-07-11
Mr.. Sarah L. Magnuson

Mrs Sarah L. Magnuson, s3, died at her home in North Grosvenordale on the Fourth of July. following a
Putnam patriot., 1924-07-11
MAKING
 PROGRESS AT CAMP
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nw, divisional headquarters company. siang with the entire personnel of the S6end. l6gth. and l1sth Medical Regi- .,.arfg
New Britain herald., 1924-12-31
Officers Elected by
 Bethany Sunday School

The annual meeting of the Sum- day school of the Swedish Bethany church was held last night at the church porlors. Officers elected for the coming year are as follows: Emil Hjerpe, uperintendent; Alfred Nil- sen. assistant superintendent; Edith Johnson, superintendent of the pri- mary department; David Edman, as- slstant uperintendcnt of the pri- mary department; Ernest Carlson, secretary; Walter Johnson and Carl Seaberg, assistant secretaries; George Johnson, treasurer; Beda Magnuson and Helen Smedberg. pianists: Will liam Appel and David Hjelm, song leaders; Carl Nelson, librarian; Gun nard Johnson and Edith Carlson, auditors.
 Reports from the various officers showd that the school has just closed q very successful year. The number of members has been increased from oS8 to 2aa. The number of officers and teachers IS 70. At last nights meeting it was voted to donote sl5 10 T. J. Bach's mission in South America, sl5 to Mrs. Ruth Ahi- strands mission in China, and s10 10 the Eastern Sunday School asso- ciation. During the last year the Sunday school has contributed S1,6nS.60 10 the Swedish Christian Orphanage in Cromwell The report of the treasurer showed the balance on hand to be Sl15.
New Britain herald., 1924-12-31
GUN BATTLE IS
 HELD IN NEW YORK
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agents armed only with their au- thority will watch Washington's in- door farewell to the old year to-. night,
 Orders were issued today to the capitals dry force to leave guns al home and to strenuously avoid fights while searching for liquor in public places.
 Hotels, great and small, and cabarets will receive special atten- ton of the agents who have reserv- ed rooms and tables from which to conduct their operations. Officials said they would seize all liquor in sight, no matter where found. They observed, however. that 1t would be impossible 10 be everywhere at once.
 Along with the orders against gun totIng in the hotels went instruc- tons to the agents to. be prepared to defend themselves and to help each other. They were especially coun- seled against a show of force, being told that 1t would be wiser to lose a possible arrest than 10 start a fight.
 On last New Years eve a few raids were directed against public drink CTS in the cabarets outside the fash ionable district but in the dining rooms of the principal hotels. merry making went forward without inter- ference.
New Britain herald., 1924-12-31
ADD 6Q6 NAMES ID
 PERSONAL TAX LIST
Registrars Bring Total in This
 City Up to S2,55S

An increase of COG in the citys personal tax enrolment for 1924 Is indicated in the report of Regis trars William J. Ziegler and Thomas J. smith completed today and pre- sented to Mayor A. NJ. Paonessa.
 The figure for 1924 Is 3o.553 as against 3t,947 in 1923. Of this number 17,640 are men and 14,913 are women.
 The report by wards follows:
 First ward, 2,199 men, 2,095 wom- on; second ward, 2,11o men, 1,S49 women; third ward, 2,067 men, D. ll9 women; fourth ward, 2,2S5 men, l,7Ao women; fifth ward, 4,646 men, 3,6o4 women; sixth ward, 4,324 men, 5.5o6 women.
 In their canvass of the city. the registrars found an unusually large number of vacant tenements they reported today, more than 100 being found in different sections. In one instance six tenement house which was neither of recent construction or dilapidated was found with all Six tenements vacated.
New Britain herald., 1924-12-31
Foreign Exchonge

New York, Ice, 3I.-rore!en ax- changes steady Quotations tin centsN; Great Britain. demand t.& Il-2, tahlas 4-3 3-4. 69 day bu.s on hanks 470 I-S; France, demand 5.43. cables 543 I-2; Italy demand Az l-4, cables 4.25 S-4, E51z.ua1. de- man4 4aS l-c, cables AZ: Cor many, demand c3SI. 4o'4nl a7- mand 4g4-; Norway, 3ema~5 15.s. Sweden, demand 26.e4. Denr5rk. demand 1761; swltzerlana dea.aa3 I2,4-: spaln, demand l397, Greece, demand !Sl l-2. Po'snd, 5emar3 19 Is; Caecho-S'oyakta, Gema1l 3.02; Jugos ava, demand I55. Aus tr.a. demand ooI4 --4 Ean25~:a, demand 52 l-4: Areentna. demand 4o.l2: Brazil, demand lt.5o; Tc'Io, demand S5 5-S; Montreal 92 5-S.
New Britain herald., 1924-12-31
DENIES ACCUSATIONS
Mccormick Says Action Against Him is Entirely Without Merit---He is Widower of e..

Chicago. Dec 31-Cyrus II. Nc Cormlck. head of the International Harvester Co,. characterized the suit filed against him in New York by Edwin ". Jacobs, who charges alienation of his wlfe's affections, as Absolutely without merit"
 The entire matter is in the hands of my New York attorneys" said Mr. Mccormick, 'and I have uoth- ing to say except emphatically to deny the charges, The suit is ab- solutely without merit"
 Mccormick is a widower, 65 years old, He had been president of the Harvester Co. for a number of years and became chairman of the board of directors in 1910. His wife, Mrs. Harriet E. Hammond Mccormick, died in 1921.
New Britain herald., 1924-12-31
Refuses to Resign as
 Reuuested by Stone

Newark. N. ], Dec 3I.-Assistant United States District Attorney Wal Ter D, Van R.per. who under .n- st-ucttons from Mrs NabeI Va 'ker Wiliebrandt, assistant attorney eer- eral in charge Of prohibition en- forcement, has beer forbidden to handle nquor cases, today a7no.I .Ioced that he had refused 10 accede 10 Attorney General Stones request that he resign on January Is next.
New Britain herald., 1924-12-31
ADMIT TAKING AUTO PARTS

Detective Sergeant William P. McCue took four boys into custody this morning after they are alleged to have admitted the theft of parts from an automobile in a Wells street garage. The boys are al legged to have gained entrance to the garage and stripped the parts from d machine. The boys were turned over to Probation Officer Edward C. Connolly.
 Five boys were taken into custody by Sergeant Patrick A, McAvay on charges of stealing bicycles.
New Britain herald., 1924-12-31
WALL ST. REPORTS

Year end settlements of specula- tive accounts continued to give an uneven appearance to trading. with q majority of the leading issues pointing downward American Wool en broke 2 points, following the an- nouncemeut of William NJ. Wood'e resignation as president General Baking fell back l-i and losses of a point each were recorded by Bald win, L. s, Cast Iron Pipe and Texas Gulf Sulphur Lively trading was maintained In General Electric, which later snapped back to 3UG ls Syndicate operations were resumed in d number of special stocks bring. Ing advance of point or ao in Fle!schman, Coca Cola, Ann Car and Foundry and Ann Agric, Chem. pfd. Ann Can also moved up a point,
 Wall street, noon-~Operatlons in General Electric overshadowed all other features throughout the fore noon trading, With the price lluctu- atlng 1 to , points between sales the stock swiftly mounted to 3l3 l-2, a gain of more than 1G points over last nights close. Accumulation of many other issues on large scale enabled the market to throw off it's early irreguarity and at midday prices throughout the entire list were surging upward, American Car & Foundry, jumping more than ' points. crossed 200 tt within a frac- ton of its record high price. Radio corporation advanced points to 62 IA, American Can. points, to 1592s, and American Linseed pre- terred, Twin City Rapid Transit points each. Final year-end read justments brought many cash trans actions, embracing all classes of stock, but mainly the oils, sugars and low-priced rails. Call money again renewed al < nar cert
New Britain herald., 1924-12-31
City Items

Leading Star lodge. Shepherds of Bethlehem, will meet tomorrow night at 7iS0 o'clock at Junior Mechanics hall.
 A Watch Night service will be held this evening from 8 until l2 o'clock at the A. M, F. Zion church, this city.
 The capital stock of the New Britain Record Go, has been in- creased from sl0o.00O 10 $l50, 900 and the number of shares from 1000 to 5000, according to cer- tificates filed at the office of the sec retary of state and the city clerk.
 t. W. Ripple has brought suit for sl00 damages against Joseph Marine of Plainvllle. The writ was issued by Klett & filling and was served today by Deputy Sheriff Martin II, Horwitz. It is returnable in tho city court the second Monday Of January.
 - Erie Ross has been named de. | fendant in d suit for s35 damages  brought by Mary W. Dainty through Nair x Nair The plaintiff charges that Koss owes her for board. Deputy Sheriff Martin II. Horwitz has garnisheed wages at the P. X F.. Corbin Co. The writ is returnable in the city court the second Monday of January.
 The police have been notified by the commissioner Of motor vehicles that the license of Paul spatter of 74 Woodland street has been sus- pended. The license of Walter G. Contois has been returned. The Misses Bell and Rose Geer of Hartford are spending few days with Misses Berkowitz Of c9 Camp street.