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Putnam patriot., 1924-04-11
 Mic hes Benoit

The funeral of Michel Benoit was held Monday morning at s. Mary 5 church, where q nigh mas of requiem was solemHi1ed tor Che Iep0ae of hts soul. Burial fo6k place in Sc. Mary cemetery. 1 large number of rela- tivcs and friend assisted at the ohse= quies. The bearers were Napoleon Lamoureaus, Danielson, Arthur Ben oit. New Britain, John Benoit of Putnam, Edward Benoit of Putnam, Wilfred Benoit of Webster, Honore St. Germaine of West Thompson.
 MT Benoit died at Che Day kImbali Hospital following q protracted lii- ness. He was q native of Ballouviile. where he was born h0 years ago. He had spent most af hls life in Putnam and was favorably known and well liked His home was on Front street He leaves his wife and six children Napoleon, who Is in the U s. Navy and has been for the last six years Odile. Adore, Eva, Hector and Blanche. all Of Putnam.
Putnam patriot., 1924-04-11
COURT APPROVES SALE
Orders Deeds of Manhasset Property
 Conveyed to New Owners

At Willimantie yesterday, Judge Kellogg, presiding at a short session of the superior court. civil side, grant. ed the several motions presented by the receivers for the Manhasset Mfg Co The receivers were represented by Judge Sabin S Russell of Daniel son. Judge Kellogg confirmed the sale of the local property at auction to interests headed by William s. Cherry of Providence for $475. 900; he authorized the receivers to pay off 8 mortgage of sI09. eco on the local property, out of the proceeds of the auction sale and court empowered the receivers to make transfer of the pro per instruments of sale. deeds, etc. t0 the new owners. Judge Kellogg stipulating that this must be done in thirty days.
 Thus was taken another step to. ward the final wind-up of the affair of the local manufacturing company Yesterdays court action brings near. er the day when the plant will be operating under the new ownership.
Putnam patriot., 1924-04-11
Grant B. Buford

Grant B. Bufard. r. years old, son Of George and Marion Buford of T South Twentieth street. Flushing. N H., died tn the Queensboro Hospital Sunday evening. from spinal menin- gitis. after an illness of a few days.
 The deceased attended the Flushing High school up Co about six weeks ago. when he Jeff school to take position in the Times Square Theatre. Manhat- tan, where his father is employed. He first complained Of feeling ili last Tuesday and showed symptoms of a cold. He grew worse rapidly and on Thursday became unconscious. The family physician said that spinal men ingitis had developed and ordered the boys removal a the Greensboro Hos pital. where he died
 Young Buford was a very bright boy and was an excellent student while in school He is survived by his parents and two sisters, Gloria and Joyce.
 The deceased was guest last sum mer at the General Lyon Inn, East ford, where he met many of the towns people He was q cousin of Mr. and Mrs. Augustus Cutler oi Putnam.
Putnam patriot., 1924-04-11
MECHANICSVILLE

Harold Kenny of Holy Cross was home for the weekend
 Mrs Eugene Kelly and son Harry motored to Worcester Sunday
 Harry Evans. ST, spent few days in Rockville, Conn, the past week
 Mfr and Mrs. Arthur Aucoin and family are moving Co Woonsoeket. R l.
 omer Bousquet and Henry Bous- quet were weekend visitors in Nor- cester.
 Miss Melissa Donovan spent few days with relatives In Clinton, Mass. the past week
 Mir. and Mrs. Ovid Rivers and son of Putnam, were the guests of Mir and Mrs. Joseph Rivers Sunday.
 Mir. and Mrs. William Lyons and son Harold. motored Co Holyoke. Mass. Sunday. They were aeeompa- nied by Miss Lottie Alley and Miss Eleanor I.assman.
 Mir and Mrs. Adelard Peletier and son Arthur and daughter Irene, ac- companied by Edward Boucher, mo- tored to Wakefield. R. l., where they spent the weekend.
Putnam patriot., 1924-04-11
OBITUARIES
Mrs. Caroline P. Medbury

Funeral services were held yester- day afternoon for Mrs. Caroline ?. Medbury, wife of D. Newton Med Y y of Pomfret. who died at her home in Pomfret on Monday after protraet- ed illness. The service at the home was attended by relatives and nu- merOus friends Rev. Simeon r. Co., zad. pastor of the Second C0ngrega- tional church. Putnam. officiated. as- sisted by Rev. John Trowbridge of Pittsfeld. Mass.
 A mixed quartet from the Second CongreG ational church sang two selee- lions that were faVofites of Mrs. Med bury. Ring Those Bells For You and Me." and @The Land of the Dn-setting Sun" The femains were laid at rest ln Grove Street cemetery, and the bearers were Raymond Aedbury, Al den Cole, , Frederick Ash and John
 Mrs. Caroline Randall Medbury was the youngest daughter of Sanford and Elizabeth fHoimel Randall and was born in Putnam on May II, lsb4. Her early girlhood was spent on the old Perrin homestead at the top of ferflfl Hill. and her education was acquired ai Gary school and Putnam High
 school
 On April ! 1ssi she was married to D. Newton Me1baFy. son of Dan iel and Sarah Sawyer Medhufy, and vent Co the home where the rest of her life was spent The keynote of her llfe Vas service She 0as of cheerful dis position and autirfnz energy. She gave 8f her time. her home. of her very life. There was scarcely neighbor, friend, or even ar acquaintance who has not felt her thoughtfulnesa or to whom she has not minlstared in time Of need. She was d member of the former Uni versalist church Of Putnam, and al ways lived her religion.
 Her husband. four children, Eliza beth. wife of Alden E. Cole of Boston l. Gertrude. wife af J Frederick Ash of Pomfret: Daniel $. Medbury of De- troit. and Raymond $. Medbury ot Putnam. fourteen grandchildren. and one sister. Isabel Perrin of Worcester survive
Putnam patriot., 1924-04-11
Mis-. Mabel Drabble

Friends in Putnam and vicinity were deeply grieved to learn of the death in California of Miss Mabel Drabble. 46. an army nurse. and who formerly was attached to the nursing stall oi the Day kimball Hospital for eight years. having come ln the fall of l9Gi and lefi .u lg0g, to go Co the El. hott Hospital. Boston.
 Miss Hrahble $ parents, Mr and Mrs John Hfabtle of Elmviile. re ccised q telegram announcing the death ef their daughter lt was a stunning blow to them, for only a few days before they had received letter from their daughter stating that sne was en owing her usual good health They feel, therefore, that the end mast have come suddenly. Besides her paI. ents. Miss Drahhle leaves two sisters and four brothers.
Putnam patriot., 1924-04-11
NORTH ASHFORD

The services at the Eastfard Rap tist church on Sunday were resumed after being closed for fire weeks on account ef scarlet fever. The pastor. Rev Norman M Blo0re, preached on "rhe Hand. Matthew 9 a5. In the evening a stercopticon service was held. and despite the inclemeney of the weather tweRty-four we're pres ent. The lecture was read by the pas tor and entitled "rhe Children of the Nation" Next Sunday another lec- ture will he given. The lecturer will be Rev. Harvey M. Lawson of Union, who will give an account of his work in India, illustrated by lantern slides.
 Rev. Norman M. Bloore accompan- fed Rolfe \. Lyon to Willimantie. and while there visited Rev. and Mrs. F. Y. FoshAy pastor of the Baptist church of that city.
Putnam patriot., 1924-04-11
Mrs. Emma (Mayn.rd) BsAu.oleii

Mrs Emma Maynard Beausuieii. wife 0f Henry Beausoleil of Mill street, died Tuesday morning at 3 o'- clock at the age of 55 years. She was born n Woodstock. the daughter 0f Nr and Mrs Alfred Maynard, but had spent most of her life in Putnam. where she was very well known. and her loss will be mourned by her many friends She .s survived by her ia thcr Alfred Maynard. her husband and six children. Louis, Rosario. Raoul. Salvatore. Corade, and Lillian.
 The funeral services took place oh Thursday moraing at o'clock at St. Mary's church. and interment was m St. Marys cemetery The bearers were Nh. Besusoleirs five brothers and one bfother-ln-law, Messrs. UlTic Beausolsil. ba id Beausoleil, Pierre Beau,oleil. Alphouse Beausoleil. Eu- gene Beaasoleil and Peter Manville
Putnam patriot., 1924-04-11

his pastorate, the interest has been well maintained. It will be recalled that since his coming he was ordained at the Eastford Baptist church in October. 1922. Special services were held in his church in April, 1923, as sisted by the officers of the state con yentiOn and local clergy. Only q few months ago he was the means of helping to organize the Ashford quar- terly convention of Baptist ministers and their wives. The inauguration meeting was held in North Ashford, and he was elected secretary-treasuf- CT. He is now doing q good work among the boys of the community, having gained their confidence. He and his family will be much missed by them when he leaves.
Putnam patriot., 1924-04-11
SENIORS TO GIVE PLAY

The cast has been chosen for the play To be given by the seniors of the Putnam High school on May in the Bradley theatre. Mir. Stinson and Miss Keith have direction of the coaching for the production.
 The cost follows Edward Arnold Ralph N. Davis, Allen Thayer, James MeBriety. Robert Bruce, Gerald Marcy. Alexander Cardinal, Franklin Perry. Mildred Hattin. Molly Smith, Alice Aivord, Celia Aframe. Helen Botham. Ruth Fallon, Helen Whea- ton, Rita Kelly.
Putnam patriot., 1924-04-11
TO MOVE SOON
II. K. II. Silk Co.,, May Get Into New
 Mill In May

Before very long the H K H. Silk Company will begin the task of trans ferring the machinery and other equipment in the Hammond knowltou and Eureka plants. to the mill build ings recently purchased at public que tion-the Powhattan mill of the for. mer Nightingale Morse Mills. Inc. Re modelling operations at the latter place are still in progress. the chief change consisting in the reslaying of new doublo floors throughout the plant
Putnam patriot., 1924-04-11
W. (. T. U. TO MEET
Thompson Organization to Meet With
 Mrs. Law, Putnam

The Thompson W. C. T. U. will hold a meeting on Thursday, April r, at % P. m at the home of Mrs. Jose phine Law. Bolles street The host osses Mrs Law and Mrs. Asa Ross. Subjects will be Americanizatiun and Patriotism. The treasurer wishes all who have not paid the budget dues to remit al This time
Putnam patriot., 1924-04-11
Mrs A. Benoit

Numerous Putnam friends were present Wednesday at the funeral in seuthbridge of Mrs A. Beneit. for. mcrly uf this city. wife of phot0gra- pher who for years was engaged II business in this eiig. Mrs Benoit had been tn peae health for a long time and during the past several years had been an ia9aid Her death occurred un Sunday. She leaves her husband and a daughter. Miss Regina BenaIt of Suuthbridee
Putnam patriot., 1924-04-11
Mr, Peter E.

Mrs. Peter E. Belair and son Will. liam were Sunday visitors in Worces- ter.
 Mir. and Mrs. George L. Booth of Hartford visited over the weekend with the latter's parents, Mir. and Mrs. Harry E. Morse of Highland Place
 lt is announced that Dr.. Campbell will not conduct the clinic scheduled for next Tuesday at the Day Kimball Hospital. The doctor will be unable to come this month.
Putnam patriot., 1924-04-11
WARREN PLEADS NOT GUILTY

At the session in Wilimantic yester- day of the criminal term of the Su- perior court. Judge Kellogg presid- ing. Augustus Warren. a Putnam bar Der. pleaded not guilty when arraign- ed on the charge of assaag.iag . twelve year-old local child He elect ed 10 be tried by jury. The ease was set down for next Wednesday,
 Warren was represented by Public Defender Attorney Charles l. Torrey
Putnam patriot., 1924-04-11

window, are offered, and good refresh. ments will be served. These wbists have been very popular throughout the season, and the committee in charge is exerting itself in arranging for an extra pleasant time tonight.
Putnam patriot., 1924-04-11
Mrs, Anna Berth. Libby

News was received on Monday of the death of Mrs. Anna Bertha Libby widow of Freeman A. Libby. former business man of this city, who con ducted q drug store in the Bosworth block. About a year and half ago Mrs. Libby left Putnam to make her home with her son, Judge Arthur Libby at Norwich. Another son who survives is J. Ralph Libby. professor
Putnam patriot., 1924-04-11
at the University of Vermont in Burl-

at the University of Vermont in Burl- ington.
 Mrs. Libby was the daughter of Joseph and Martha Whitney White. Her father was an agent of the wool en mills at North Vassalboro, Me, and she was united in marriage to Mir. Libby on June 1, 1882. She was very devoted wife and mother and had a kind disposition toward all. She was a member of the Baptist church of this city.
 The funeral was held Tuesday af- tern0on from her home in Norwich and the services were conducted by Rev. David A. Pitt. pastor of the Cen tral Baptist church The remains were taken Co the Bellevue cemetery, Law renee. Mass. for burial.
Putnam patriot., 1924-04-11
EASTFORD

Miss Ethel Gardner of Emtford. who has been spending the winter in France and Italy. will return on the America" sailing April 18th, and ex- pects Co open her house early in May
Putnam patriot., 1924-04-11
GRANGE WHIST TONIGHT

Special arrangements are being made for the whist this evening to be given by Putnam Grange in Odd Eel lows hall. Excellent prizes, which are on exhibition in the Peoples Store
Putnam patriot., 1924-04-11
REV. MIR. BLooRE RESIGNS
Pastor of Eastford and Westford Bsp.
 tist Churches to Retire

Rev. Norman M. Bloore, pastor of the Eastford and Westford Baptist churches read his resignation before the Eastford Baptist church last Sun day morning to take effect on July first. Mir. Blo0re has been in the district two years and during that time has made himself widely known.
 Although no definite increase of membership has been made during
Putnam patriot., 1924-04-11
SPEAKS AT DANiELsoN
Hsig g lskiyan of Hampton Gives
 Address on Oriental Ruga

Ha $ fhyan oe Hampton. on AiaHH z4tH entertained the members ef taa hHIaeiy Women Club, Daniel
 lfI= H#za ieelHt. and exhibition ot Or Is=aIai f4es Tho large audience was H=lfsHfd H hs ths historical and tech mead Eawtde. af Oriental rugs, ,, his#l seft HeN ate fortunate to pos 4i,ss
Putnam patriot., 1924-04-11
Work of building an addition

Work of building an addition to the home of Mrs. Rose Lavine on Me ehanics street. delayed for about two years after it was started, continues to make progress and Mrs. Lavine ex- poets her place will be ready for use in two weeks.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1924-08-10
Master Class or Ellis Levy
 To Open

Ellis Levy, violinist of St. Louis, ar- rives in Birmingham today. He will conduct master class at the Birming- ham Conservatory of Music in violin playing and will do esemble playing with advanced pianists.
 Much interest is being shown in free scholarship in violin playing which will be awarded to the most gifted vio- iinist entering a contest to be held at the Birmingham Conservatory of Music tomorrow afternoon, August II. at 4 o'cl .ck.
 Mir. Levy's compositions have been played by famous artists, and he also conducts the Civic Orchestra of St. Louis. Aside from these many activities, Mir. Levy's success as a teacher has gained national reputation, and his pu- pils are occupying important positions throughout the country. Recent in- stances of Mir. Levy's renown as one of the country's violin authorities are his biography in Musical America, and Con- temporary Musicians, his contribution to String Mastery" book written by forty of the country's experts.
 Mir. Levy has studied with the worlds greatest masters, including Ysaye, Sauret and Cesar Thomson. For many years he has occupied the position of assistant concert master of the St. Louis Symphony Orchestra, and has appeared as soloist at various times with this organization.
 During his months visit to Birming- ham, he will be presented in public recital, the exact date to be announced later.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1924-08-10
PARTIES FOR MISS
 CORNERS IN ATLANTA

Miss Estelle Boynton entertained at an informal bridge party Tuesday aft ernoon, at 4 o'clock, at her home on Habersham road in honor of Miss Ade- laide Douglas, of Washington, and Miss Josephine Corners, of Birmingham, the guests of Miss Nancy Carr, at her home on Wesley road.
 Lovely summer garden flowers were used in decorating the home.
 Mrs. Charles Boynton assisted her daughter in entertaining.
 The prizes were attractive novelties.
 Eight guests were present.
 Saturday afternoon Mrs. Jehn K. Ottley will entertain at the Biltmore tea-dance in honor of Miss Carr's guests.
 Thursday afternoon Mir. and Mrs. AL bert Howell will entertain at a swim ming party, followed by buffet supper.
 Society gathered at the Biltmore tea dance on Saturday afternoon and at the delightful concert-dinner on Sunday evening. At the tea-dance on Saturday, dancing was enjoyed in the dining room, and the tea tables, attractively ar. ranged, were decorated with summer garden flowers.
 Miss Ida Sadler entertained in honor of Miss Nancy Carr and her house par- ty. The guests were Miss Carr, Miss Adelaide Douglas, Miss Josephine Con. ners, Miss Mary Sadler, Miss Ida Sad. Ter, Albert Howell, Elliott Heath. Hen. ry North, Edward Van Wrinkle. Chamn DeSaussure and Forney Wylie.-At- lanta Journal.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1924-08-10

we are proud. Her sketch follows: Mallory, Kathleen Moore, missionary secretary; born Summerfield, Ala, January 24, 1870; daughter of Hon. Hugh Shepherd Darby and Jasqueline Louise (Moore) Mallory; A. B. Couch or college, Baltimore, Md, 1902. Be- gan in missionary work at Montgom- cry, Ala, 1910; corresponding secre- tary Woman's Missionary Union. of Southern Baptist convention, since May, 1912 Member Pi Beta Phi. Home, 1723 Tenth avenue, south; of flee, Age-Herald building Birmingham, Ala.
 A person whom all Birmingham loves is Miss Hattie Morton. She has en- deared herself to many a young girl who has been so fortunate as to have attended the seminary or in days past to have had the pleasure of being one of her music pupils. Not only do the young people love her, but all with whom she comes in contact, owing to her lovely looks and beautiful charac- ter. It is with pleasure that we re-
The Birmingham age-herald., 1924-08-10
MRS. TYLER HONORS NEW COMER AND BRIDE

Mrs. w. F. Tyler entertained with lovely nah jong party Friday afternoon at her home on Crescent avenue, honor ing Mrs. Milton Dannelly, who has re- gently come to Birmingham to make her home, and Mrs. James K. Shook (Hallie Porter), bride of July.
 Included in this courtesy were, be- sides the honorees, Mrs. Sam Chalkner, Shields, Mrs. William Brantley, Mrs. Tom Mayberry, Miss Win Allen Atkins. Mrs. Kennedy Plunkett, Mrs. Hubert Atchison, Mrs. J. A. Robertson, Mrs. W. K. Benson, Mrs. Sharp Gillespy, Dewitt Bright, Mrs. B. c. Morgan, Miss Josephine Cosby and Miss Una Webster,
The Birmingham age-herald., 1924-08-10
COX.RANDLE WEDDING PLANS.

A marriage of interest which will take place this month will be that of Miss Louise Randle, the lovely daugh- ter of Mrs. Edna Randle and Mir. Clar- ence D. Cox. The wedding will be solemniSed on Saturday, August 16, at the First Baptist church. Dr. J. R. Hobbs will officiate at the ceremony which will take place at 6 o'clock in the afternoon. Mrs. Hunter Smith and Mr. Pickens will furnish the nuptial music.
 of the bride, will be the maid of honor and Miss Josephine Randle and Miss Mildred Lawson will be the brides maids.
 Little Mary Dunbar will be the flower girl. Mir. Paul Goodan and Mir. Allen Fennel1 will compose the groomsmen and Mir. Edward Troy Beatty will serve Mir. Cox as best man.
 Mir. F. M, Randle will give his sis ter in marriage. Members of the Iota chapter of the Sigma Nu Fraternity will act as ushe-s.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1924-08-10
Birmingham ming Leaders In Ranks Of National
 Importance
importance

Harold Jacobs, of Lawrence, Kan, on February 8, 1898, Past auditor Ma tional American Woman Suffrage as- sOciation; chairman Liberty Loan Committee of Alabama, first four loans and then made member National WOm- ans Liberty Loan committee; presi- dent Alabama Equal Suffrage asso- citation, 1911-1020; first woman asso- ciate member Democratic National com mittee for Alabama, also executive committee, Democratic National com mittee, second vice president National League of Women Voters, Presbyterian publicity speaker, especially on polit- ical topics homej Altamont Road, Bir- mingham, Ala.
 Mrs. Minnie K. James Is the next local woman named. Mrs. James has only made Birmingham her home for the last several years but neverthe- less, we are glad to claim her. The following is said in Who's Who :" James, Minnie Kennedy (Mrs. William Carey James), born Palestine, Tex, February 1, 1874; daughter of John Thomas and Anna (Johnson) Kenne- dy; graduate high school, Terrell, Tex, 1890; educated at Sam Houston Nor nal college, Huntsville, Tex; married William Carey James, of RockpOrt, Arkansas county, Texas, June 20, 1894. Teacher in public schools, Rock port, 1S92-1895; member of Executive Port, Arkansas county, Texas, 1892 1895; member executive board Wom- ans Missionary Union, Baptist state convention. Va., many years president Virginia W. NJ. A., 1909-1911. 1914 1916, president w. NJ. U. of Southern Baptist convention, since 1916, presi- dent board of trustees w. M. U. Training school, Louisville, Ky; one of the editors of Royal Service" (monthly magazine. Democrat, home Terrace Court, Birmingham, Ala.
 Mics Kathleen Mallory is a native Alabama product and one of whom
The Birmingham age-herald., 1924-08-10

peat from Who's Who :" Morton, Hat tie, educator, born at Marion, Ala. !; NJ. A. from Marion Female seminary, specialized in piano music and harmony; Cincinnati Conservatory of Music, Master of Music, Master of Pedagogy same; studied Virgil Piano school, New York; pupil of William Sherwood, Chicago; unmarried Taught in Texas; founder, associate princi- bal and director of music department of Birmingham Seminary, changed to Louie Compton Seminary, June, 1912; when she became sole proprietor and president. Address, Louie Compton Seminary, 2203 Ridge Park avenue, South Highlands, Birmingham, Ala.
 Other women of Alabama named are Mrs. Bennett Battle Ross Letitia Roane DOwelD, of Auburn.
 Miss Anne Mathuda Bilbro, of Gadsden; author and composer.
 Miss Martha Young, author, and Mrs. Martha Sawyer Gielow, lecturer, arthur, both of Greensboro.
 Mrs. Alfred Smith Frasier (Scottit
The Birmingham age-herald., 1924-08-10

KNHHERE are many women in Bir-
 mingham of prominence. Women
 have come to the fore in local politics, in club life, as authors, poets or feature writers and numerous other ways, each one holding a place of high esteem in the city, but for some of our charming women to be of national i'm portance, enough so, as to be in Who's Who In America" is indeed an honor worthy of note.
 The qualifications for admission in 'sWhO's Whop is quoted as follows :; The standard of admission in Who's Who in America divide the eligibles into two classes: CD Those who are selected on account of special promin- ence in credible lines of effort, making them the subjects of extensive interest, inquiry or discussion in this country i; and (2) those who are arbitrarily in- cluded on account of official position, civil, military, naval, religious or edu- cational.
 '"The first of these two classes com. prises persons who have accomplished some conspicious achievement-some thing out of the ordinary, 50 to speak something which distinguishes them from the vast majority of their con temporaries."
 The southern states ranks lowest in the list of women notables in Who's Who," 80 we are justly proud of the 13 women named from Alabama, four of whom are from Birmingham, in the 1924.1925 edition. t -
 The first Birmingham woman men tioned is Mrs. Solon Harold Jacobs, and her biographical sketch is Ja- cobs, Pattie Ruffner, daughter of Lew is, Dr., and Virginia Louise (West) Ruffner; graduate of Ward Seminary, Nashville Tenn; graduate Birming. ham Training School for Teachersi ] studied under private tutors in New York city two years; married Solon