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Putnam patriot., 1924-12-12
UniverSality

UNIVERSAL telephone service must be
 universal in seope-it must reach any one, anywhere But il must be universal also in cost-it must be within the financial reach of everyone. everywhere.
 Years of research have been required to pro- vide the telephone instruments, switehboards, wire and supplementary apparatus which afford inter. communication between housewives shopkeepers, farmers and millions oi other American telephone users
 But these facilities do not in themselves make Americas telephone service a universal service. Telephone engineers have spent years of additional study in order to build. maintain and operate this nation-wide system so eeonomi- eallv that the cost of service may be Kept a, all times well below it's value to the tele- phone user.
 Upon the two fundamentals of extensiyenes' i, seope and economy in cost the Bell System has built the most universal telephone service in the world.
Putnam patriot., 1924-12-12
ToM' MARRIED
 HAS OFTEN WORKED HERE

Putnam friends ha' e received word of the marriage in Lawrence, Mass. on November l7 of Thomas Fitzpat- rick, better known as Steeple Tom, and Miss Clara unger.
 Mr. Fitzpatrick has done con siderable high altitude work in Put nam and surrounding towns in re cent years, including painting mil chimneys, and water towers, and steeple work.
Putnam patriot., 1924-12-12
DINNER PARTY

At dinner party at Fabyan. Sun. day. Nov. g. Mrs Lydia Bates and Mrs Emmp Elliott entertained the following friends. W. E. Wheeloek Mis- Georgia Wheeiock. Miss Laura ghepardson Of Oxford. Mrs. Emma Fairbanks. Charles Tracy, Dir. and Mrs. William Searies of Quinebaag. Mrs. N. W. Mills of Worcester and Mrs Jennie Nichols of Fabyan.
 A turkey dinner was served.
Putnam patriot., 1924-12-12
LIEUTENANT's COMMISSION
Putnam Boy Has Had Three Years
 Training at Camp Devens

According Co a recent announce ment of promotions made by Briga- dier General John D. Barrette, acting corps area commander for New Eng land. Jerome W. Andrews, son of Mr. and Mrs Bertrand x. Andrews, Far rows street. is Co receive a second heutenauf's c0mmissio in the oti- cers service corps of the U. $. Army.
 Mir. Andrews is a graduate of the Putnam High school, class of 1922, and of the carpentry department of the State Trade school. For the past three years he has attended the eiti- zenE military training school at Camp Devens, Aver, Mass.
Putnam patriot., 1924-12-12
TWO TUBE SET PICKS
 UP FOREIGN STATIONS

Prosecuting Attorney E. H. John son, an ardent radio fan. picked up three overseas stations last week. lie got Edinboro. Scotland, 323 meters; Newcastle. Birmingham and Bourne mouth England. 100 meters, i62 met CTS and 300 meters respectively be- tween half past eleven and midnight. The singing and orchestral music could be heard distinctly, but the an nouncements were indistinct. Attor- nev Johnson has a two tube set.
Putnam patriot., 1924-12-12

hearse. THAT
 The sweet cider of early fall has become an awful kicker. THAT
 We heard this one and hand 1t on
Putnam patriot., 1924-12-12

THAT
 Christmas is just around the cor ner. THAT
 You shouldn't delay Christmas shopping. THAT
 You should read the ads and trade in futnam. HAT
 You should not try to save string when mailing Christmas packages. THAT
 You may also do your Chopping early but aon't chop the tree on an- others land without permission. THAT
 The forty pound dress probably cost forty pounds or more. THAT
 Come Back Day was planned and carried out in a hurry. THAT
 It will not be forgotten in a hurry. THAT
 The manufacturers deserve lot of credit. THAT
 It was an education to most people. mar
 The Trade in Putnam campaign Is now on. THAT
 Every individual can have a part in it. THAT
 Some valuable information was to be had at the Red Cross car. THAT
 $50. 1000 worth of diamonds and police badges glittered In the sun shine. THAT
 It is better to overlook a car than not to lock il al all. THAT
 santa Claus is going to invade Main street. THAT
 We have Christmas club in San midst. THAT
 Nothing has been heard of com munity Christmas tree. THAT
 Alex gave the turkey an auto ride. THAT
 The T. NJ. II. s. and P II. s. min strel shows were eolorful hits. THAT
 The Armory was the turkeys death cell THAT
 The Kelly number was not a lucky one for the turk THAT
 The P. II. s. and Headquarters Co, are to play basket ball. THAT
 The prize is city championship. THAT
 The meanest man is the one who switches of his radio when the con- tribution box Is passed at Sunday ser THAT
 A few radio fans went to Boston last week. THAT
 They preferred to listen in to eat ing. TI1AT
 Some preferred to do both. Thar
 Tnsadav Ia eleetfon day. THAT
 IL was come back day for spring the first of the week. THAT
 If you forget the frebox you will have q heatless heater. THAT
 The hens are not doing their daily dozen. THAT
 Putnam Light & Power had a bright exhibit. lnAT
 When he asked for Eskimo pie his wife told him he should hay married aa Eskimo. LEtAI
 The Putnam Inn has four stories and heafs q lot more. THAT
 Tho road hog may find himself in the pen lfgAT
 Santa Claus will 60 dry when he hils the |. $. 4. THAT
 if he should drink some of the stuf consumed here he would get his Feins and reindeers ali tangled up. THAT
 Besides raising climate in Califor- nia they raise the price of oranges. THAT
 According to contemporary II. H. D. has left for Florida every week for a month. THAT
 Probably Henry knows where he's as as usual THAT
 Among next years good resolu- lions make a determination to trade
Putnam patriot., 1924-12-12
in Putnam THAT

He opened her un to GO an hour and thought 1t wasn't sc worse. When he came to n curve he forgot the power and his last ride was in q
Putnam patriot., 1924-12-12
To you They Say fans:

to you They Say fans:
 Smith-~'Is Jenks an honest msnt"
 Jones--"I should say he is. He hAa worked In public bath house hvs years, handled lots of money. and hasn't even taken a bath
New Britain herald., 1924-02-21

cIsion of the club at meeting last evening. Mfr. Clark is president oi the organization and has been in California for some time. He is ex. pected to return the early part of next week. There will be an enter tainment and dancing, All members have taken an interest in the plans and the affair promises to be real homecoming party.
 Bowiers 10 Meet
 Kensington bowlers will meet to. night at i:30 o'clock at T. 4. E. hall.
 Hast Bcriin Items
 The regular mid-week service will be held at the Methodist church this evening at tha usual hour.
 The hours at the local post office tomorrow, Washington's birthday, arc as follows; open at 1880 a. m. and close at 9 o'clock: reopen at D. m. and close at 6 o'clock.
 There will be a meeting of the Modern Woodmen at the Athletic building this evening.
 Mrs. l.. NJ. Root attended a postal convention at Hartford today.
 The "Lafanso" club will meet at the home of Mrs. George DeMorc on Penfield avenue Friday evening.
 The local members of the Boy Scouts will attend a meeting Of their tr' op in Berlin Friday evening.
 Inc entertainment which was 10 have been given in wcstfcid last eve ing by the Sacred Heart minstrpIs Of this place was postponed until next n'etresday evening on account of the weather.
 MT. and Mrs. Ralph Gamble Of Wilcox avenue are receiving congrat- uleticns on the birth of daughter.
New Britain herald., 1924-02-21
DRIVE ON ROCKWELL AT B. B. CO. MEETING Barnes Faction Will Try to Dust
 Him as President THE RESULT IS IN DOUBT
American Silver Co. Meeting Feb. 26 --AntO Catches Fire - Treh tO Speak At Endee Inn-Water Rates to Be Increased.

Development at the annual meet ing of the Bristol Brass corporation next week at the company offices on Broad street are being awaited with intense intreest by local people. many of whom are stockholders in the con- cern. The issue in the city seems to favor President Albert F.. Rockwell almost entirely, although the opposi- ton faction, headed by Roy T. H. Btrrcs, the Hartford broker, has its adherents. who are not shrinking ,iciets in expressing their views on the proper way 10 manage the con- cerr.
 .iccording to the Barnes element that group has secured control Of enough stock to dominate the meeting on February 29 and will dispose Of hr. Rockwell as president, put ing in 4. ". Gray as president and neral manager. Tie last named has been works manager of the concern for the last ;tH months, succeeding George Sanftrd. who has been spending leave If absence because Of i'll health. On the other hand. the Rockwell fac tion is sitting tight" and intimations are given that the ma .ority control Is in hand locally instead of with the Hartford broker and his friends.
 Annual Meeting Scheduled
 The annual meeting of the Ameri- can Silver company. will be held on February 26 at o'clock at the com rany offices on Main street. The con- cern has had very prosperous year ifs shown by the following table Of assets and liabilities:
New Britain herald., 1924-02-21
MEXICO PROMISES.
Trench Manufacturers Learn That "Dtre,f Action Won't bc Allowed.

Mexico City Feb. 2i.--Thc foreign office has assured France. il was learned in official quarters, that fhe Mexican government will not permit "direct action" by workers employed district in which plants large amounts oi French capital are invested.
 This assurance was given. it was understood. to a French inquiry as 10 what guarantees were available if the workers attempted to carry out their threat 10 take over the factories.
New Britain herald., 1924-02-21
HEAD STUFFED BY
 CATARRH OR COLD2

ttJattts.3 al. tfosEtBs avHi throat distressed. or your head is stuffed by nasty catarrh or cold. ap- ply a little pure, an,iseptic, germ de- stroying cream into your nostrils. It penetrates through every air passage, soothing unframed. swollen membranes and you get instant relief.
 How good It feels. Your nostriis gre open. Your head is clear. No more hawking. snuffIing. dr!ness or struggling for breath. Get q small bottle Of Ely's Cream Balm from any druggist. Colds and cstsrrh yield like magic. Don't stay stuffed up. Re- lief Is sure.
New Britain herald., 1924-02-21
HEcoNMIsNps scHApIR

Washington. Ireb. 21.--william NJ. schapcr Of Minneapolis, a former pro- lessor at the University cf Minnesota. was recommended for appointment to Inc federal trade commission by Senator Johnson. farmer-labor. Min ne sota
New Britain herald., 1924-02-21
w.sHINsTo>.s BIRTHDAY

Plans are completed for the Wash ington's birthday dance at testers hall by the Ladies German Eelicf society. Trinity Bacchs naiian orchestra wili furnish music. The ladies on the com- mittee will dress in costume.
New Britain herald., 1924-02-21
PAGAN HAS OFFER
 FROM PENN. FIRM Postmaster May Leave KenSins,
 ton for Business Position SUPPLY COMMITTEE CHOSEN
Whats Happened To Last Berlin Tire District: - Wedding In Ken sinrtop Today - Holiday Hours at Post OTice-wnners at Whist.

Postmaster William ". Pagan may leave kensington when the position at the Kcnsington post office is taken by < sl. covlcs. Mr. Pagan stated to- d,,". when asked if he had any plans for inc future, that he had received several offers from firms, both in Connecticut and out Of this state.
 One of the most tempting of these offers. he said comes from Erie, renng,l, l,ania, and he may accept a position with a firm in that city. He itas had an offer from a New fork nrn.. although he would cover Con- nccticut territory should he accept this offer. He has also had m offer 10 go into business for himaelf in ixensington.
 Wedding This Morning
 Vito Csgliandri of kensngton and Miss Carmela Neneziano of Berlin, were married this morning at s o'clock at St. Faults church. kensing- ton. Rev. John C. Brennan, pastor uf the church, performed the cere- mony. The couple was attended by Joseph Caglia. as best man. and Miss Mary Leone as maid of honor. Fol- lowing the wedding there was q re- ception. after which the couple left on a wedding trip. On their return they will make their home on Chris tian Lane. Mir Cagliandri is employ d by the Berlin Brick Co.
 Appoint supply Committee
 Sidney M. Cowles was appointed chairman Of the supply committee of the kensington Congregational church at it's first meeting following the ad-
New Britain herald., 1924-02-21
SOUTHINGTOE EEWS

Superintendent Of Schools William Coggins has given out the following signals which will be used in case of no school when the weather is not permissible. This list of signals will be carefully explained 10 all the school children and are being public ly displayed so that the parents may become familiar with'the The sig pals will consist of twelve blasts Of the whistles at Peck. Stow & Wilcox, Beaton & Corbin. II. D. Smiths. and Clark Brothers. 7:40 a. m.: signals sounded al this hour will indicate no school for the forenoon. S:i5 a. m.. signal sounded al this hour will indi- cate no school in grade i. and fof the forenoon. ii:l0 a. m.. signal sounded indicates no school in any grade or in the high school for the afternoon. i2:15 D. m.. no school in grades 1. 2 and 3 for the afternoon.
 1T there is no school in the fore noon there will be school in ihc aftcr- noon unless the signals are given.
 Tn schools where there are first or third and higher grades in the same room. the school will be open for the higher grades when there will he no school for inc lower.
 Except when the weather is cv- t-emely severe, or inc roads arc prac- tically impaesable. the schools piil bc in session for the benefit or those pu- pils. who can well be present.
 The Junior Promenade will be held IT the assembly hall Of the Lewis high school fhis evening. The hall will be decorated in honor of Nssh- ington and the affair Is expected to prove one or the most brilliant in the history Of the school Members -es- the faculty vin act as patrons and patronesses.
 Union Rebakah lodge will hold their leap year dance in Odd Fellows hall this evening. Preceding the dance there HIll be a short business meeting Of the lodge and the dance vill start promptly at B:3e o'clock. The lodge orchestra wir furnish music.
 Hannah Woodruff Chapter. D. \. R. observed their annual guest day in thee hspei Of the First Congregational church this afternoon. Each member had the privilege of inviting iuo guests and a large number of the members and their friends were pres eat. The committee in charge com sisted of Mrs. Charles Kelley. Miss Julia Grfdiey and Mrs. Harry Finch.
New Britain herald., 1924-02-21
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Discuss Road Building

Discuss Road Building Connection Of the Endee .Jsnor section with Rockwell park by a road way through the woods was discussed at the park board meeting last niaht as an improvement to tho park and a ois convenience to the residents Of that section. but no action was taken [ because Of lack Of a quorum. The tHdee Manor tract adjoins Rockwell park. being separated only bv a pr,,t, woodland and already seye-lt pa,hs have been worked through the brush and trees to the park. bring used as i shortcuts" 10 the facilities of inc ; park by the Endce Manor ueopt, ! !The new roadway can be constructed without a prohibitive cost and will be ! of immense benefit.
 Auto Catches lire IH the midst of the pelting slret and snoW yesterday afternoon. Squad A was called to Race street. where a motor ear. owned by Andrew. Peter. son. one Of the owners Of the N-;c,ory restaurant on North Main street. uad caught fire. With inc tise Of a small chemical tank. tic iremep a,,tctI, cAtinguishcd thc flames. without ary great amount ot danagc being don, io the ear.
 Announce speaker
 t4"srd Y. Trefy of New York and Chicago. organization manager of fine General Organization Co. or -hjraro 1ill he the speaker If Inc oh, her ,,g com merce bsupuet on February $ at the Endee Inn, according to the ap- nouncernsnt of Executive Manager Earl ]. Arnold of that body this morn ihg. Mir. Trefz is mcul,pr or inc Crga nization witch c6ndu,ted tbe re- cent successful Community Chest drive in Neu Hasen and has executed big campaigns or this nature through out the country. He is an associate of Congressman Dan Reed Of Dunkirk. V. r.. who has spoken here several times. Two other speakers will be on the program with Mir Trefz but ar- engagements have not been completed for this part of the ceremonies. The souvenirs at the banquet will be fhe best in recent years as Big bagful will be handed 10 each guest.
 Observe Ladies yIgIa
 Ladies night vas observed last night al the Eudee club with a special program. which featured Edwin Whit bey. reader After the entertainment rrogram. dancing was enjoyed with ihe Nov Departure orchestra plating Inc selections.
 Noted Clergyman Coming
 The I:e,. John r. T-Iumb. executive g. cretary of tbt diocese oT Hsrtford. sill conduct the strNices at Ie.4s
New Britain herald., 1924-02-21

Mrs. Laura TsIaichley Of south End is visiting al inc home of her dsngh- ter. Mrs. Warren Andrews. in New burgin. V. Y.
New Britain herald., 1924-02-21

The Thursday Night soriai club will hold a social at the home of Clarence LanFdon of Berlin avcnue this evening.
New Britain herald., 1924-02-21
Heir Msntel

.1yost Heirs''--A book filled with names for lost heirs and missing kin from dinerent parts Of the world. f,hancery court or England, Ireland snd Bank of England. unclaimed 8tsf8end list included. Write for free bulletin. International Claim Agency Dept ss Pittsburgh. Pa. L. S. A.
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New Britain herald., 1924-02-21
s63G.571 Liabilities

Liabilities Current liabilities
 accounts payable ..,... tlL7ei.2 20 Accrued taxes and wages 6.ea3.2i Reserve for income tax
 and compensation ... li,0oo. co Dividend payable Jan.
 lp. la2f .t.......... S.O00.00 Total current liabilities i0,7if.ii Capital stock s400.000.00 slfplus .'... la5,SG3.2i 595.SeS.si
New Britain herald., 1924-02-21
Observe Ladk- SIgI.t

Ladies night was observed last
 night at the Eudee club with a special
 program. which featured Edwin Whit ney- reader. After the entertainment rrogram. dancing was enjoyed with the Scv Departure orchestra plating itrc srFeCfiors.
New Britain herald., 1924-02-21
supper and Razption

4 supper and reception in honor Of Harold Clark will be held by the East Berlin Community ciub next Wednes- day stcning in Knights of I'rthiss hall. East Berlin. according 10 a de-
New Britain herald., 1924-02-21
Noted CIcretn1an Coming

The I:eV. John r. T-frmb. executive E g cretary of tbt diocese oI Hartford.
 l sill csuduct the strsices at Ie45
New Britain herald., 1924-02-21

o'clock on Sunday morning at the Trinity church, Rev. William F. Downes, will preach at St. Johns chapel in Forestyille at S:30 o'clock on Sunday morning.
New Britain herald., 1924-02-21
Last session of Board

The board or relief is meeting iu inc town nall for thg last time in which appeals from alleged excessive assess mcnis can be- made. Following the meeting today. no other appeals will bc accepted. The board will bc re- quircd 70 finish its work by the end Of this month 10 make way for thc hold ing of the town meeting which sill nX the taa rate and take carr of any ether business relating 10 the towns affafrs
New Britain herald., 1924-02-21
Holiday Tomorrow

HOilDdH iOfnDtTDN washington's birthday tomorrow,
New Britain herald., 1924-02-21
New NoiL I1ay opcning

The opening presentation Of ~Ty- rants New York play. will take place on March I at the Community theater. The show sill open it's New York season on March 5. For the premier performance critics from Gotham and the Broadway scenery will be at the local playhouse. The show was written by an author from Vienna and the focal presentation will
 be the first in the English language.
New Britain herald., 1924-02-21
Mtnners I'd Mhist

Miss Rose kiniry and Edward Roche won the first prizes at the whist held last evening by St. Paul's T.. 4. E. society in the hall in Ken sington. Mrs James Malone and Joseph Kane were awarded the con solation prizes. Cakes were present ed to Joseph Kasiski. Mrs. James Corr snd Joseph Csrbo.
New Britain herald., 1924-02-21
Wedding This Morning
Appoint supply Committee

sidney M. Cowles was appointed chairman Of the supply committee of the kensington Congregational church at it's first meeting following the. ad-
New Britain herald., 1924-02-21

Max Sugenhime. the genial ticket agent at the Berlin railroa station. resumed his duties there toaav. after vacation of six weeks in Florida Mir. sugenhime today was entausias. tic about his trip. chasing FT,riSa as the best state in the country. H. spoke Of the good times there are 70 be had there.
The Washington times., 1924-11-10

alone were used to produce an
effect.
II you have definite remem.
brance of Marion Davies in
'Knighthood." and we dare say
there are none who will confess
the truth IL they have forgotten
either, you will be all the more
pleased with her performance in
Yolanda." Here she is again
the elfin. n1ischievous, self.wilIed,
and romantic princess who leads
her father and his court. a merry
chase over many miles of anger
and trouble. Miss Davies has not
lone as we'll since her success in
'Knighthood." De again have
that vivacity, that irresistible
charm which raises her to the
rank and file of the greatest of
the screens interpreters. The
E1adcap princess seems to fit her
like a glove.
In addition to the outstanding
Characterization of Miss Davies,
there are those of Lyn Harding
as the irate father, and Holbrook
Blinn as Louis Of France, and
Ralph Graves as the dashing
Macmillan. No less creditable
are the portrayals of Johnny
Dooley, Theresa Conover and Ian
MacLaren. W. 8. p, jr.
The Washington times., 1924-11-10
'tYOL ANDA" DELEGATES
TTVOLI NEW POLICY

Those Of you who have not
afforded yourselves the pleasure
Of seeing Cosmopolitan's magnifi.
cent production of "Yolanda, che
Charles Major novel, may repent
the laggardly sin and visit the
Tivoli, where this picture Is to be
seen the last times today and to.
night. You will never miss the
dimes requisite to entrance, and
you viii thank us for having It.
fsred this presumptuous, but
sound advice.
The Tivoli could not have Sc
lected a more beautiful picture to
inaugurate its new program policy
which begins this week. "Yo-
landa" is devastating to the sem
sorry system. and reaps such a
harvest of emotion that one scarce
Iy has feeling left. The same
lavishness, the same minute at
tention to detail which Is char
acteristic of Cosmopolitan produc-
tons has been raised to the nth
degree in "Yolanda." Interiors are
masterpieces of art, while exteriors
are canvasses which nature her.
self has tinted and shaded beyond
comparison. In the great silk fair,
many hundreds of yards Of silk