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Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1924-08-23
FOR REPREsENTATIvE

The friends of A. E. Hines and
George W. Riley announce them as
candidates for reelection to the
General Assembly of Georgia, sub
ject to the action of the Democratic
primary on September 10.
In announcing the candidates. of
Messrs. Hines and Riley their friends
direct attention to important and
valuable service already rendered
Sumter county by these two gen
tlemen. Both are now members
of important house committees and
rank high in the counsels of the
body. Committees of which they
are members will have control and
direction of legislation vital to the
prosperity of this section during the
next session Of the legislature, and
their friends have prevailed upon
them to again become candidates
solely because Of their fitness and
value as representatives in the
lower house.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1924-08-23

achievements as trencherman:
Charley had been entirely right
about it. So she kept Timothy
busy between kitchen and dining
room, carrying things that made
him SO hungry to look at chat he
could scarcely wait for his own
turn.
In fact, he did not wait, for on
one Of his trips back to the kitchen
Sally observed that he was munich,
ing something. He brazenly admit
ted that he had been Switching a
biscuit or two.
"They look so good, ma'am,' lie
said with an apologize smile. And
I'm pretty empty. Besides that, it
gets on your nerves to hear en-
boosting the food when all you're
supposed to do is carry It round
$ OF course she could not be angry.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1924-08-23
BEGIN HERE TO-DAY

The Nervous Wreck" an eccen-
trio young easterner, is driving Sal
" Morgan from her fathers ranch
to the station when they run out of
gasoline. At the point of a gun the
Wreck takes five gallons from d
passing car.
Later they are held captive at a
ranch along the way because Char
lie McSween, the foreman, wants
Sally for a cook. They discover
that Mr.. Underwood, the owner of
the ranch, was in the car which they
haId up. Sheriff Bob Wells, who is
Sally's fiance, comes to the ranch co
take charge of the case. The Wreck
notifies Sally. How long do you
suppose he's going to stay?" asks
Sally anxiously.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1924-08-23
HOW's THTSp

HALLS CATARRH MEDICINE wiz
DO what we claim for it--rid your system
Ct Catarrh or Deafness caused by
Catarrh
HALLS CATARRH MEDICINE con-
sists of an Ointment which Quickly
kelleyes the. catarrhal Inflammation, and
the Internal Medicine, a Tonic. which
acts through the Blood on the Mucous
surfaces thus restoring normal condi-
Sold by, druggists for over 20 Years.
F. J. Cheney & Co. Toledo Ohio.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1924-08-23

It took six days to make the world
and still ONE want to change it in
one.
Putnam patriot., 1924-08-22
POLITICS AND BANKING

Certain interested citizens during the past week have ques
 the reference made this column last Friday the who would finally be chosen to bear chief financial responsibilities of the proposed national We referred the fact that meeting of the Citizens Committee of Twelve the proposal heartily endorsed that the occupant of this position should be compelled by the by of the organization refrain from occupying political position Let be said directly and at that this reference had personal application
 agree with the editorial of The Hartford Times which Wednesday, linked up the closing of the local bank far closely justice with the modu operand of the Re publican machine. That deliberate and IncoEvncng campaign propaganda Our contention simply that the cash responsible officer of bank to whom entrusted major portion of the finances of large community has no business politics Political the or less donation of personal avor and favos could be frequently demanded of banker than financial fayors The denial of them frequently the loss of vote or many judging from what have of local banking conditions there enough work in the local bank o keep any capable completely occupied Politics and pot office not 10 be depsd because the present stuaton involves politician in high office who also banker Pot ica office high honor for who afford it. Political office political influence political association are to our way of thinking mpossbliy for banker by virtue of the position financial which he holds within the community
Putnam patriot., 1924-08-22
SIDEWALK MENDAcITY

Those sidewalks of New York, faithfully dedicated ie Governor "AI Smith convention. have nothing the sidewalks of Putnam the two weeks that closing Rumo clad in varied hue has staked the length and breadth street in the accompanied only too ire queny by her well known and exceedingly popular daughter Deliberate Faehood Concerning the personnel of the old First National Bank there have probably been unounded stories told in the of this locally tragic period than the whole history of the banks existence It k unfortunate that these mendaeous gospngs have been confined entirely to the entertainment of the sidewalk der But outoown yearnng for the story that will sell more thirst ing that add fuel to fact have had their share in these lies and interpretations But
 y happily possesses it's share of earheaded eearthnkng citizens Of these Putnam has apent and these the men who have gone forward with their and their days business regardless of the changs of the dle If the oated aboutte like yell yet to be
Putnam patriot., 1924-08-22
MORE OF A PERSONAL NATURE

Mir George L. PadRe in the current issue of The Wind ham County Observer stated very clearly the position of e editors of the two local papers the movement which has suited in the gratifying subscription list to the national bank To Mir Padgett let be clearly and publicly understood belongs the credit for calling together the first public meeting from which the plans for the bank their inception Mir Padgett quite his public that whatever acty
 ties o the editors have followed this meeting have been without the slightest idea of other desire than to help stua ton where action and work needed The Patriot only repeat Mr Padges statement that with the organization of the bank the work of the editors Neither of them be would consider being the directorate of the institution which however wl always have the sincere
 interest of both newspapers themselves like the bank izaons for the service and progress of the community.
Putnam patriot., 1924-08-22
IN THE WORLD OUTSIDE

While of the state enduring the spec taeua sensations of murder fire and deaeaons the world is moving isn't often that community. mited the luxury of complete absorption affairs
 such period of disaster likely hold attention for long. Outside the limits Of Windham County there rather unexeing Presidential campaign going The Democratic opponent of Mir Coolidge his acceptance speech has dmn hed the number of his friends in the Republican ranks by unnecessary criticism of the President His sdeek Mr. Bryan
 delivering himself of speeches that soeasc rather than Demoerac General Dawes Republican candidate for Vice President attempting popuarze by frequent his we
 known cry calling upon the internal regions for assistance
 Mir Coolidge with his accustomed calm has reiterated his plat form in clear and forcefu speech As depicted magazine apparently the coolest place heated the White House al Washington
Putnam patriot., 1924-08-22

Edward r. Miller. Night: Concert hy he E uu5dr-J rhns P citai Com ans laetue. IAe In-zeasahla Lie. ; Private Peat
 sunday Afternoon; Sacred con cert ana isctaEe.
 Moaaay- rg Junior chau- tau4ua. Aiteif44n. Lecture. Pop sar fHeseasa# NIaai sahiset by the Ghalta.5ea sgpei Intend hti concert hy tte SwarthmprE Trio. tight: Powell Dean o Amee.ean Ma sioians
 Tuesday Morning; Junior Ghau- auqua. Afternoon: Faii concert by ,hp smith-Sp priug-Holmes orchestral quintet. Night Concert by the smith Spring Ii 5lme- orchestral qaln- tot lecture. orrm. 4 Survey of ihe Living Present. by Hon. Quin O. Brien
 Wednesday Morning: Junior Ghautuuqda Afternoon. Lecture iemousu alton. Well Dressed on a Moderate Income" Mrs. Josephine Dominiek. Night: Comedy drama, Their Honor the Mayor, special feature.
 Thursday Morning: Junior Chau- tauqua. Afternoon Entertainment, Frederick (. Trappes Jolly Junior activities. Night Full concert. Rus san Gathedial Sextet.
Putnam patriot., 1924-08-22
COMMENT Or STATE PAPERS
 ON THE cILPATRiC CAST
fHartford Tum

fHartf0rd Times
 With the defaieatioH Of State Treasurer Glpatric running towaf. Haif million d0li8Fs. f indeed .t aoe n0t exceed that sum, tae ques- a0n 0{ restitution is aa important one for the community affected News q 6spatches which indicate tnat Che bank was run as one man-ai- far and that the director. aid htue or aJ actual directing suggest that
 4efe ry be a possible means or
 c5upiug part of the loss which Is worth exploring.
 Some years ago when the Windsor I.ocis savlugs bans was similarly l0oted bg | defauiting treasurer who hot himself as discovery was im- minent. the state bank commission CTS. who served without pay as re- eeivers of the closed institution, brought series of suits against the men who had served az trustees of the bank over a long period Of years. Recovery was made in all cases except those affected by the statute of limitations. The principle was definitely established that under the Connecticut law the trustees of state banks may be held responsible for neglect of their duty which per mits dishonest officials to wreck a bank. This should not be forgotten in examining into the manner in which the Putnam bank was con ducted.
Putnam patriot., 1924-08-22
AS THE coLDENRoD COMES

There s curious psychological effect about the first cool day of late that brings with vivid reminder that autumn not so far The merchant breathes sigh of
 lief that the dog days passing and the habit of fall
 parel will bring customers his shop The boy girl gradu- of June stops in the midst of pcnes rea- ize that es inevitable yoke of labor about fastened about his her unwilling neck Those young gazees who scampered of the high and preparatory schools few weeks ago suddenly sober and b they the realities of freshman days this that college Business look with relief the end of the nteupng vacation period and lay plans for unified progress The politician grds his
 bell fer fray The housewife nspects her domi- oie with preparatory air the ong No mat what the have brought in pain pleasure there ahead the beginning of things ne
 year Of life
Putnam patriot., 1924-08-22
lRristnI Prnss

The truth now comes out concern iag State Treasurer Gjlpatrie. Short age in his banking and trust accounts eaused him Co shoot himself rni WIS the only inference that could be drawn when the news of the act b. came public. Yet m the face of the facts the examiners persisted in say
 ne accounts were intact. Why such faisehoods should be indulged in where public interests are at staS2 needs explanation What can justify public oihci ls who are drawing a
 alury from public fuuls in withhold ing facts and deceiving those who have rlzht to know4 k Il because they nave to certain extent failed in theit duty of ascertaining the exact stand ing of an institution and do not kno
 ts condition. as they should. unti exposure comes from another source Is 1t confession of incompetence?
Putnam patriot., 1924-08-22
M Haven Jonrnal-Courierl

fNnw Haven Journal-Courier)
 When it comes to the state itself that .the strictest probe into the that 'the strietest probe in to the state treasurer's office should be made at once through a special audit. It l. not enough that 'on paper the state funds seem to be intact. l. is the right of the public Co know how the state treasurer came to deposit tn a bank of which he was the controlling factor the large sum of S100. 900 for its profitable use. Is 1t practice of he state Co permit its treasurer to ase his own judgment in depositing lts moneys and tn 10 way safeguard its manner of private investment. fhe Times pertiuently asks Did the
 treasurer misuse his opportuni-
 of iHyest=alt e millions ol =5oliafs osner haaes ..
 v nave here tezfi3lY muiiied -Haeis ..us of priv L. and public
 an d cUHfes H9aztfns dpiilty
 hand tr esp5u.iaiiitIes inFoiv- ed pc s1ual5g ol the 9feaoil ha ur and tate eiiiria. sft rec able eatgt et which have played large r. iH hie success I# i5te and che
 HFathy Wh.et BataHsily felt fo ..s fasnHi have ee8ssd t1 De factor = be respected u aal l. needed ION iHpzflt.sely Is tae truth. thl whole t1Gtn and nothing but t3e truth. Ar iIcI ent ike this 1,ves sh9 hal s feit throughout lHs state. the liow flom which can only be softe sd by complete knowledge of als 45 facts.
Putnam patriot., 1924-08-22
REPUBLICAN CAUCUS

The Republican Electors of the Town fo Thompson are requested to meet iu caucus in Town Hall on
 AUGUST 27, 1924 At 73O o'clock. Standard Time. for the purpose of electing delegates to the Republican State Convention to be held lm New Heveu. September g and lo 1924. for the nomination of candi- dates for presidential electors and state officers and for the election of delegates Co tine congressional and senatorial conventions.
 By order ef the Town Committee.
 GEO. F. WHITNEY.
 Chairman. Dated at Thompson, Conn.,, Aug. l6. i9ai
Putnam patriot., 1924-08-22
1New Haven Resister.1

HsNNN AAhf tfl AAEzA=AHat+f
 Meanwhile, lhe Hartford Times suspects that 1t would not be impossi- ble f0 tamper with certain classes O. state funds. The school fund and the sficuitural college f9nd are in the sole custody of the state treasurer. Eho is empowered to invest the pril eipa and care for tne income Ac eording Co a statement issued by Gov srnor femplcton. the assistant state treasurer and the state auditors have been able Co fad ID cause for alarm regarding state funds Me trust that this eoad ton may continue. but here not q warning here that th,. school fund and the agricultural coi ese fund should be put in the same elass as civil list funds. payments iron. which can oe made only on the order of the comptroller giving the check of another official? Where the money of thousands of citizens Is concerned. she greatest precautions for safety must be taken.
Putnam patriot., 1924-08-22
NOTICE OF HEARING

Estate of Henretta E. Spencer. late af Pomfret. in the Probate District of pomfret. deceased The Administra- tor having exhibited his administra- tian account with said Estate to the Court of Probate for said District for allowance. it is ORpERED-That the 183h day af August, 1921. af one o'- elaek tn tho afternoon, at the Probate Office in pomfrCt be. and the same is assigned for hearing on the allow anea CT said administration account with said Estate. WILLIS GOV ELL, Judge.
Putnam patriot., 1924-08-22
fBridgeport Telegram ]

The Gilpatric case has called atteu- ton to one peculiar kink in the Con neeiieut law. The affairs of the state are inspected by two auditors. ap- pointed under the law. who receive St5 a day for their services. Audi tors in this ease Is an honorary term
 for the appointees need not be certi- fled accountants. but may be iaymeu
 The present auditors are Lewis w. Phelps of Audover and William F.
 Bailey of Bethel They are doubtless estlmable men and the records show
 hat they have been paid regularly for auditing the states accounts. But how iu the name of business mira eles gan two human beings, rivin- only portion of their time Co thr work. audit thc accounts ot stato thai takes in and pays- out more than S20.00o .0Oo ga year. derived from z rul itudc of sources and eXpend- ed in aH infinite variety of payments?
Putnam patriot., 1924-08-22
LIMITATION OF CLAIMS

Al n Court of Probate boilen at Ponfret. Conn. within and for the District of Pomfret. on the l4th dav of August \. D. 1924 Present Willis easel. Esa.. Judge On Motion et Jennie -p.N White, Fomfret Center. Conn. AdmiuistratriN on the ufast4.s state of Edwin T White late of Pom fret within said district. deceased. This Court doth decree that six months b. allowed and limited for thc creditors of said estate Co exhibit thetr claims against the same to tha said AdminlstratrN and directs that public notice be given Of this order hy advertising iu newspaper hav- ing a circulation in said district, and by posting g copy thereof on the pub lie sign post in said town of Pomfret nearest tine place where the deceascd last dWeif Certified from Record. WILLIS CoVELL. Judge.
Putnam patriot., 1924-08-22
lHr-.lrnnnsl pMl.

One sympathizes with the directors bui chat is no reason for not giving
 plain statement of facts. and the people of Putnam. ia holding a mass meeting and demanding the truth. pointed out Co the directors a duty which tbey should have met without the necessity of pressure
Putnam patriot., 1924-08-22
cHAUTAuouA OPENS
 TODAY IN PUTNAM
(continued from Page onel

aea talent is being ably directed by Hiss foHsaHea Russ aii Russell s proving aa excellent successor ta Miss Kuaa Bartlett. who fer 90 lon directed this pant 0f the work and j. now. herself. 0n the chautauqua cir eult together HItn her siste4. porcas. Curiously enough. the very day oa which Ihauiaugua opens iu Putnam. s the day on which the Bartlett girls are giving their first professional program in the northern Maine town of Stockton Springs
 Frlday-Afternoon: Greetings and announcements by the Chautauqua superintendent. concert by the Blue and White Marimba Band; Junior Chautauqua Night: Concert by the Blue and White Marimba Band; char acter impersonations by Noah Bell harz.
 Saturday Morning: Junior Ghau tauqua. Afternoon; Concert by the Kennedy Johns Recital Company; see- ture. Divine Right of Government"
Putnam patriot., 1924-08-22
AUG. 2STH, 1924
REPUBLICAN CAUCUS

The Republican Electors of the Town of Pomfret are requested to meet in caucus in Town House on
 AUGUST 27, 1924
 at 2 o'clock p. m. Standard Time. for the purpose of electing delegates Co the Republican State Convention to be held in New T ven. September g and 10, 1924, fos the nomination of candidates for presidential electors and state off cers and for the election of delegates to the congressional and senatorial conventions By order of the Town Committee,
 nR. JAMES II. HUTCHINS.
 Chairman Dated at Pomfret, Conn, Aug. 1a. 1924.
Putnam patriot., 1924-08-22
tBrstol Press

made Co shield crooked politician Ahu seems Ca have received moro con
 alteration than the denositors and the public The whole afair Is aa awful disgrace Co Connecticut.
Putnam patriot., 1924-08-22
MISCELLANEOUS

EDUcATIONAL-To all pupils nss< z. ing individual attention and al'.. ed evening study. the boardiag ' partment of Woodstock Acassrs. offers exceptional facilities .t- rates address The Principal aI s,.s Vi phone 2t7-2. sA~
Putnam patriot., 1924-08-22

ERE. HOMES wanted for eIs ,s !. !. intelligent boys and girls, bota i... ..... estant and Catholic, from SIX Y s.... s teen years of age These en- . = need especially homes where tnss .., !. receive intelligent and anees's care.
 Anyone interested in aay en these children please comm srriT u.T with the BUREAU OF CHILD =. s FARE. State Capitol, haas Conn.
Putnam patriot., 1924-08-22
THURSDAY. AUG. 2s, 1924

Al 2 o'clock P. NJ. for the purpose of electing delegates to the Democratic State Convention to be held in Foot Guards Hall. Hartford, Conn.,, Sept. i7th and 18th. 1924. for the nomina. ton of candidates for presidential electors and state officers and for the election of delegates to the congress sianal senatorial, and probate dis trict conventions.
 Bv order of the Town Committee,
 E.J. KEEGAN,
 Chairman. Dated at Thompson. Aug. l2th, 1924.
Putnam patriot., 1924-08-22
CAUCUS

The Democratic electors of the town of Pomfret are requested to meet in caucus in the Town House, Pomiret, on
 AUG. 2STH, 1924 At ? o'clock P. M., for the purpose of electing delegates to the Democratic State Convention to be held in Hart ford, on September l7th and 18th. 1924. for the nomination of eandi- dates for presidential electors and state officers. and for the election of delegates to the congressional, senator ial and probate district convention. By order ot the Town Committee,
 MICHAEL A. EDINGTON.
 Chairman. Dated at Pomfret, August 2lst, 1921
Putnam patriot., 1924-08-22
DEMOCRATIC CAUCUS

The Democratic Electors of the Town of Thompson are requested t9 meet in caucus in Town Hall
Putnam patriot., 1924-08-22

HOUSEHOLD FURNITURE. AN. iioOES-Bought and sold. We pay besi prices for antiques. We carry big line of new and second hand stoves, stovepine and elbows 0ne Ford ton truck for sale cheap
 Inc business of the late A. Layine or o4 Bridge street is going on as before under the management of hls daughter. S8.es.
Putnam patriot., 1924-08-22
AHLnlllh Mnntnna

Although Montenegro contains rich and fertile fields in parts of Che coun try. taken as a whole l. is one of the poorest countries in Europe. Befora the European War. Russia built roads bridges churches, and school there The natives are brave and fearless and have beaten back the Turkish swarns for 6G3 years. as sll tha- Balkan peoples, they alone have ne. yer bowed to the Turk
 WeddHHe inrtfafioaS and aaRoNHce- sssats af Ths Patriot pFess
Putnam patriot., 1924-08-22
FOR RENT

FOR RENT-Eight room tenement on South Main street, with all i'm. nrovements. Inquire at the CITY HOTEL. 25tf
Putnam patriot., 1924-08-22
WANTED

WANTED-Man with family familiar with all kinds of outdoor work os farm. handy with tools. some ex. perienee with poultry. Permanent job at monthly wage and house For particulars Tel. 256-lS, Pa.. nam or address ATHL0-FARMS. Pomfret Center, Conn. 3l-S5
El Mundo. [volume] (San Juan, P.R.) 1919-1990, 1924-04-16
Ell presidente de la Camara de
Concrete, don Manuel ".
Domenech.

gado a la conclusion de que hacen
menos de 100 llamadas al mes. En-
estas condolences, dice Mr.. Quinn,
estan las tres cuartas parties de los
abonados de San Juan, y solo un
numero muy corto de abonados Sc
salem de 10 estipulado en- ell contrato
y es justo que estos individuos cum
plan 10 e~stipulado.
Alego ademas que la Compania no
obtendria mas que ST., 900 como au-
mento en- sus ingresos y que estos
los dedicaria a prestar mejor ser.
vicio, y a aumentarle ell sueldo a los
empleados.
Finalmente dijo que la Compahss
habia recurrido en- esta question a
la Comision de Servicio P1blico Y
que desde ell momento en- que este
ORGANISING habfa accedido a sus Pc
ticiones era porque las habia creido'
~justas.
Inmediatamente despues hablo ell
Sr. Margarida quien hubo de mani
festarse completamente opuesto a las
pretensiones de la Compania pcro no
Sc extendio en- detalles.
El Mundo. [volume] (San Juan, P.R.) 1919-1990, 1924-04-16
Las Companies de segu-
rOs, al ataCar Ia valdez
de "a Ley que rige en- Ia
materia, plantean ante
Ia Corte Federal un aSun-
to de gran inter6s eco.
n6miCo y legal para eI
GObiernO InSuIar
Fl case ha sidO pueSto a discussion en-
yirtud de I'm injunction presentad0 en-
contra del Supefmdente General, ST.
Juan 6. GaIIardo, a fin, de que
este Sc abstenga de exigirf On aumer-
To- en- Ia fianla prestada pOr
la demandante

En- la Corte Federal sc vic ulti-
mamente. IN INJUNCTION" de la "P. r.
Insurance CO." contra ell Hon. Juan
G. Gallardo, Tesorero de Puerto Ri
co, quien es a la yez Supcrinten-
dente General de Seguros de la isla,
en- cuya capacidad es que ha sido
demandado ante referido Tribunal,
a fin de lograr que ell mencionado
f~uncionario Sc abstenga de exigir de
dicha Compania ell deposito de una
fanza mayor, que la que actualmente
tiene prestada en- Tesorer1a para
poder continuar ~realizando los nego-
clio a que Sc dedica, de acuerdo con
los terminus de la legislation
que priva en- la materia.
Segun ell historical del case, en-
1921 la Asamblea Legislative de
Puerto Rico aprobo una Ley de Sc
guros, al efecto de reglamentar las
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