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Putnam patriot., 1924-02-15
TURNS MONEY BACK
 PAID FOR SERVICES
Thompson School Board Mem Der Hastens to Treasurer
 With Cash
E. H. Corttis, However, Stands His
 Ground-Several Others Paid

Since The Patriots story week ago that civil action had been instituted whereby the selectmen and treasurer of the Town of Thompson were en- joined from paying any bills for ser vices as a member of the school com mittee. that might be presented by it's chairman. E. H. Gorttis of North Grosvenordale. another member of the board has turned back to Treasurer Dyer s. Elliott about s30 he had re- ceived in years past, upon his presen- tation of bills for services rendered the town. The school committeeman s name. who made this refund to the town. is not announced. but it IS stat ed that he is at present identified with the committee and Is not Mir. Corttis..
 The action by this unidentified school board member. diseloses that Nr. Corttis is not the only one who presented a bill to the town in con nection with his services on the board. For five or six years members have been paid, not all. but few. During one year, 1t is stated. all mem bers of the board were paid. How ever. the legal action Is brought apainst Mir. Corttis. he having been sineled out from the others.
 IL is eontended that he was paid unlawfully and to determine the cor rectness of this allegation. the case will be tried in the superior court.
 tack in 1915. at a special town meet. ing the taxpayers of the town voted to pay school committee members for their services. This vote has never been rescinded, and. it Is stated. 1t is this vote under which the select men and treasurer contend they have ample authority to pay bills presented by school committee members.
Putnam patriot., 1924-02-15
IS WHIRLED AROUND
 ICE RUN SKATING
Ray Medbury Is Painfully in- jur.J at Wauregan We'd
 nesday
Skin Seraped From bssa and Face
 Fear Hurt Internally

If Raymond Medbury of this city, one of the owners of the firm of Med bury and Trowbridge, ice dealers, sus- tained internal injuries when he was whirled around shaft, at Wauregan, Wednesday, while aiding in the stor- ing of ice cut from Quinebaug Lake, this fact had not been determined up to today. It is hoped that the difficulty he experiences in breathing is due to nothing more serious than a fractured rib. It may be disclosed late this afternoon or tomorrow, just what his condition Is, if his improved state makes possible a thorough eX- animation.
 Helping Out on Harvest
 Mir. Medbury was at Quinebaug Lake to assist q Danielson ice company in harvesting it's crop of ice, when he met with his painful and serious acei- den. The chain that drives the car rier. by which cakes of ice are pulled from the lake onto the runways that lead to the ice houses, slipped from it's customary position. It was while attempting to put this chain in posi- ton that Mir Medbufy'e clothing be- came caught in a set screw and in a twinkling. despite his frantic attempt to tear his clothes loose, he was pull ed down to the shaft and before the machinery was stopped. was whirled around the shafting several times.
 Held Fast on Shaft
 He was released from the position in which he was held fast and rushed in an automobile Go the office of Dr Burroughs, in Danielson. There he was examined and his injuries treat. ed It was found that the skin on Mir. Medbury's back, under his right arm. his right ear and side of the face, had been scraped off. leaving raw. very painful wounds. His back is in particularly severe condition He also suffered lacerations of tho scalp
 Piercing pains in his side and his continued labored breathing. it is hop ed, do not point to any internal injnr, fae
Putnam patriot., 1924-02-15
A. MLYTHCOE SEES
 TOMB'S OPENING
Woodstock's Eminent EgyptoIo- gist Guest of Howard Carter
 at Tut-Ankh-Amen Bier
Gold Mummy Case Most Magnificent
 Archaeological Find

To be present at one of the most in sniring moments in the whole history of archaeology, was the good fortune of Arthur M. Lythgoe of Woodstock. curator of the Egyptian department of the Metropolitan Museum of Art. who was one of the small party assem- hled by Howard Carter, diseoyerer of the tomb of Tut -Ankh-Amen. to be present when the cover was lifted last Tuesday from the stone sareophagus of the dead Pharaoh. revealing the case which contains the body of the monarch. Mr. and Mrs Lytheoe. who went to Egypt in the late autumn, have been constantly in touch with Mr. Carter and his great work ever since their arrival They make their home in Egypt at the Metropolitan's s Rest House at Luxor. They are exe peeted to return to Woodstock for the summer.
 It was a dramatic moment. says the New York Times. and of the many strange scenes and many wonderful happenings that have had their stag ing in the Valley of the Tombs of the Kings since 1t was first chosen as the royal burial ground ih the days of the new Theban Empire this. the latest, will undoubtedly stand out as one of the most interesting in Egypt's long history. The tomb which has attract cd more attention and more contra- versial discussion than probably any thing else in the annals of Egyptolog ical research. had not only surrendered another ef it's many e<sress shtoh had been so iealouslv concealed during 3- 300 years. to which the opening of the shrines Il month ago gave but direct clue. but fl had furnished the solution of one of the great mysteries which has SO far baffled arehaeologists of ev- cry age
Putnam patriot., 1924-02-15
FORD TRAIN KILLS
 THREE BROTHERS
Ralph Reed. Son-in-Law of Judge George C. Holt is
 Only Survivor
Camping Party Hit at Woodsville. N.
 H., Monday

Of a party of four men bound for a winter visit in the White Mountains. Ralph D. Reed of Manchester. N. H. whose wife was Miss Grace Holt, a daughter of Judge and Mrs. George c. Holt of Woodstock and Pomfret, and sister of Dr. Hamilton Holt and the Misses Constance and Sylvia Holt, was the only one who survived a shocking railway accident at Wood vile, N. H.. on Monday afternoon when the special train bearing Henry Ford, his wife, son and party from Boston to Detroit struck the party killing three brothers and leaving Mir. Reed injured severely.
 The brothers were: Francis E. Manning, 32, of Newton Centre, Mass, an instructor in zoology al liar ward University; Charles B. Manning f2, consulting engineer. and Robert l.. Manning. 45. an attorney, who lived with their families in different
 in Elm street. Manchester. All were married and their deaths remove all the men of the Manning family.
 Injured Man ,o Recover
 The injured man is Ralph n. Reed, an automobile dealer. If North River street. Manchester Doctors said to, night that he would recover.
 All left Manchester Tuesday noon for few days, hike through the mountains at Pike and vicinity, and bur,iened with knapsaeks and snow. shoes. alighted from the Montreal ex. press at Glencliff They set off for the Manning camp and had walked about a mile along the single-traek
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Putnam patriot., 1924-02-15
L. A. W. Acceptance Corp. Starts
 $7oo. GOO Stock Sale

That the L. A. W. Acceptance Cor poration Is making rapid strides and showing remarkable growth and pros. psritv was disclosed this past week by two statements given out by the presi= dent. Louis A Wolfe
 He announced that contract hal been entered into between the cor 0oration and the brokerage house of Barstow, Hill < Go, of Boston, by which the brokers undertake to mar ket S700, 900 worth of the l.. A. W Corp. stock With the sale of this new issue of stock the paid in capital of the corporation will have increased to the Sl ,000 ,O00 mark. making t one of the largest financial firms in this pnrt of New England
 Mr. Wolfe also announced that the directors had declared the regular quarterly dividend at the rate of Si.7b per annum, on common stoek as of record March 15 and payable April l.
Putnam patriot., 1924-02-15
Personal Tax Notice

A warrant having been issued to me hv the Selectmen. for the cellcc- ton of all personal taxes in the town of Putnam, by virtue of said warrant, will meet all persons who are by law liable to pay said tax at nay office In Central Block, Main street, Putnam, on Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday, Feb. 25, PC and 27. All persons who do not pay said tax before March l., 1924. will be liable to collection fee.
 JOSEPH PEfSsIS,
 Personal Tax Collector. Town of Putnam. 5-a
Putnam patriot., 1924-02-15
SUES R. W. BOYS
Chaplin Woman Seeks Damages Fol
 lowing Recent Smash-up

Papers on file in the superior court, here, disclose that Robert w. Boys, formerly agent of the Manhasset Mfg. Co.,, and now of Holyoke. Mass, is made defendant in a suit for damages growing out of an accident at Chap lin on Dee. 2S, last. Blanche O. Whit man is the plaintiff in the case and she alleged that her car was damaged by the auto of MT, Boys, to the extent of $500, which sum she seeks to recover through her suit.
Putnam patriot., 1924-02-15
coRcoRAN DIVORCE CASE ON

At Willimantic. this morning, in the Superior court chambers. Judge Geo. E. Hinman heard testimony il the suit for divorce instituted hy Laura E. Coreoran of Putnam and Hartford against Thomas Coreoran, formerly Of this city. who operates q woolen mill at Monson. Mass. Mrs. Coreorau seeks divorce and S50,0 ,000 alimony.
Putnam patriot., 1924-02-15
LADIES, NIGHT TOMORROW
Putnam Mfg. Co. Club to Entertain
 With Interesting Program

Ladies Night" will be observed by the Putnam Mfg Go. Social club in the clubrooms tomorrow evening. An excellent program has been ar ranged for the enjoyment of those who attend. \ special vaudeville act. by an out of town artist. has been engaged for the occasion There will be vocal and instrumental music and
 ancing. The refreshments will alsu be one of the features of the eve ming
Putnam patriot., 1924-02-15
Incorporate $5O,OO0 Company
 tO Boom Putnam Industries
THE PUTNAM INDUSTRIES, INC, GREATEST COOPER ATIvE ORGANIZATION IN CTTY'S HISTORY
 FOR PUTNAM AND wINDHAM COUNTY
Will Establish Manuactury Be Directed Locally For Local
 Pro6t-Response Idea Is Immediate and Enthusiastic
NOW. THEN, PUTNAM

significant interesting announcement has been public this city than that The Patriot completed organization of The Putnam Industries Inc organized with local capital by local for the avowed developing Putnam industries of stimulating Putnam commercially and ndusray above all for the founda ton of manufacturing business which will be financed with capia run benefit of local pe This believe the beginning of of progress and prosperity for and Northern Windham County
Putnam patriot., 1924-02-15
FAMOUS PRIEST SPEAKS

A large number of people were pres ent in Odd Fellows hal last evCuiug Co hear and enjoy the address deliver ed by Rev F. B Hardley. member of the Paulst order and lecturer of re- markable oratorical ability. He spoke on Social Service" The meeting was held under the auspices of the local Catholic Woman's Welfare Council. Refreshments were served at the close of the meeting
Putnam patriot., 1924-02-15
JUDGE FULLER IN HOSPITAL

t was with regret that the many friends of ex-Mayor Lueius II. Fuller learned that he had once again be- come patient at the Day kimball Hospital. returning there yesterday for further treatment. That he will soon be better is the hope of his friends
Putnam patriot., 1924-02-15
LET CONGRESS KNOW WHAT
 YOU WANT

Every American pocketbook will be affected bv the settlement of vitsi questions now before Con gress-the soldier bonus, an eco- nomieal administration of the pub lie service. the reduction of taxes. the World Court. etc. Your Con gressman will help settle them. He will vote ives" or "no." How do you want him to voteg He can not read your mind: he does not know your opinion: you must tell him. As your representative, he deserves to be told: he should be told, but briefly.
 Address:
 HON. RICHARD r. FREEMAN U. s. House of Representatives
 Washington, D. C.
Putnam patriot., 1924-02-15
THE WEATHER

The weather man said it was going to snow yesterday but it didn't. Not having been on the right track then he predicts for tomorrow increasing cloudiness with slowly rising temperature fol lowed by light snow.
Putnam patriot., 1924-02-15
MASS MEETING SUNDAY
Public Invited to Citixens' Alliance
 Gathering at Bradley

Another public mass meeting under the auspices of the Citizens Alliance of Putnam. will be held Sunday after noon in the Bradley theatre. There will be an address by State Director of Americanization Deming. who fre- quently illustrates his talks by means of special moving picture reels and may do so on this occasion. although this is not definitely scheduled. There will also be a season of community of patriotic songs and pro gram of vocal and instrumental num- bers will be presented.
Putnam patriot., 1924-02-15
PERkINs-PENEL
Pomfrei Man Married in Paris on
 February Fourth

Word has sren reeeived Syy The Patriot sf the marriage in Paris, Frasse, on Monday. February 4. of Russell Perkins of "Ufton," Pomfret Center, to Madame Georgette Penei of Paris. Mir. Perkins is a director of The Patriot Press, Inc, and with his brother, G. Lawrence Perkins sail ed for Europe on January 5th.
Putnam patriot., 1924-02-15
OPERATE ON NURSE

Miss Florence Gibson, head nurse at the Day Kimbal Hospital. was oper- ated upon for appendicitis at the hos pital this morning Her speedy re- covery is anticipated.
Putnam patriot., 1924-02-15
ACADEMY BOYS ORGANIZE
Woodstock School Starts Y. Group
 Franklin Wetherell President

There was organized at Woodstock Academy, this week, what is known as the Academy Y Club. Y. Nj. C. A. Secretary John Corbett of Putnam was assisted in perfecting the organi- zation by Principal Childs The lat ter will serve as leader of the new school organization. Franklin Wether- eli is the president
Putnam patriot., 1924-02-15

Miss Doris Billings of payvills was the guest of Mir. and Mrs. Frank Blli- ings on Tuesday and Wednesday.
Putnam patriot., 1924-02-15

S25.00 for one share of stock. This was composed of Mayor Victor Chapdelaine. Walter ]. Bart lett and Ray C. Bosworth. On the day following this first meeting they went out into the city soliciting these ineor- porators. Everywhere that they went they were greeted with most enthasi- asiic approval of the plan and almost from sun to sun more than enough incorporators were secured to make the legal organization of The Putnam Industries, Inc. possible. The ineorporators are as follows: A. NEWTON VAUGHN SAMUEL REYNOLDS W. J. BARTLETT RAY C. B0SW0RTH JOHN F. REARDoN OMER ]. MlLoT A. C. GILMAN
 LUTHER Nj. KEITH C. HAROLD lGILPATRIG GEORGE 4. RAWLEY WILLIAM WARREN ERNEST B. KENT ARMAND LIZ0TTE VICTOR GHApDELAiNE JACOB ALBERT
 s. Nlk0haFF J. ]. WHITEHEAD, JR. C. LAWRENCE PERKINS HOWARD BRADFORD WARREN AVERlIL JOHN ASH
 o. F. WULF
 L. [. LAW
 W. ST. ONCE
 w F. MOSS
 JOHN F. RA RNE
 CHESTER M. ELLIOTT F.. |. MORSE,
 Nj. II. GEISSLER
 F. L. KELLEY
 ASA ROSS
 LEON N. WALKER
 GEORGE BROUSSEAU JOHN F. CARPENTER A. A. BRoDEUR
 II. A. REACH
 OSCAR DUGAS
 JOHN LYNCH
 EDWARD MuLLAN JOSEPH PLESSIS ALVIN LECLAIR LOUIS WOLFE
 CHARLES SPIDER EDWARD BURT JOHN 0. FOX, SIR. M. ]. KINNEY
 FRED PRINCE JOHN DEAN
 JOHN DADY A F. D. BUGBEE G. N LEMAITRE F.. C. ROGERS
Putnam patriot., 1924-02-15

Mr. and Mrs. Ernest R. Kent visit ed their son and daughter-in-law, Mir. and Mrs. Carl T. Kent, over the weekend.
Putnam patriot., 1924-02-15
The Directors

At second meeting which was held last week, the announcement of the in- corporation was made and the follow ing were elected directors;
 A. NEWTON VAUGHN
 SAMUEL REYNOLDS
 JOHN r. REARDON
 G. HAROLD GfLPATRiC JOHN B. BYRNE
 ASA ROSS
 ALEXANDER GILMAN
Putnam patriot., 1924-02-15
Officer. to Be Elected

in ne ufncefs or the corporation are to be elected at a meeting shortly to be called. As the projected industry to be fostered by the corporation will undoubtedly take the form of textile manufacture. it Is safe to predict that John F. Reardon. one of the heartiest supporters of the idea from it's start. will be elected to the presidency.
 The meetings have been eonduetei with President A. Newton Vaughn of the Putnam Chamber of Commerce in the chair. Mir. Vaughn is only one of a dozen prominent citizens who arc working with all the enthusiasm thxy possess for the success of the project.
 Action Not Formulated
 As to what form the Industries will take at first, no definite decision has yet been made. The desire Of the in corporators is first that all of this ser ton of Windham County should be- come enthusiastically interested in the project and to lend their financial sup port to the organization. What kind of industry will be developed is a matter Co be determined later, and with the corporation in the hands of SD able body of capable directors as those who have heen ehnaen th@xe should be no doubt that the progress of the corporations activities will be made with good judgment and sannd and well grounded policy.
 The important fact to keep in mind in regard to The Putnam Industries, Inc. k that here is an organization which at it's very outset embraces ev- cry class and every interest Tn the city. which is organized and designed to de velop Putnam and this section of the state. which aims to bring profit, in- dustry and progress Co Windham County. which has enormous possibill- eies for Putnam's commercial and in~ duatrial welfare. Putnam people have at last come together in n spirit of enthusiastic cooperation for PutnaE and Putnam people.
Putnam patriot., 1924-02-15
NEARING 5000. .ooo MARK

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Imperial Valley press., 1924-10-17

Agriculture always basic factor in the life and
affairs of the Golden State-has found new allies.
The rapid increase in the volume of manufactured
products, the steady growth in maritime trade the
development of hydro-eectric power and oil produc
tion and the great impetus to business occasioned
by multiplication in population, have given to
California measure of completeness unknown to
earlier years.
No less impressive has been the increase in bank
ing service.
These 20 years have seen the Bank of Italy take
rank among the nations foremost institutions. In
scope of facilities in the number of depositors it
serves, in the amount of banking capital and total
resources it stands commanding figure in the field
Of commerce and finance.
What has been done in creating this organiza-
ton-covering the state in all its important centers
of industry and produetion-is not the work of a
single individual, nor of small group.
To the great army of depositors, numbering
rsorc than half million people, proper appreciation
au~ Sc czpfrsscd. BY their uniced patronage and
sbe weight Of shei: combined resources they have
Imperial Valley press., 1924-10-17

consistently contributed the progress of this great Cali
fornia institution.
To the $4,000 school children depositors who have
built with confidence in their future and in the future
of this bank sincere Acknowledgements given. Their
eager interest has been of inspiration
They have by their example aided in material way the
growth of the Bank of Italy and the progressive develop
ment of the ITSELF
To the banks employees, whose loyal service and will
ngness have greater measure Of popular approval
for the institution due credit is accorded They represent
tangbl of inestimabe vaue-vaue the bank be-
Of their specialized technical knowledge and value
the banks because they give thoughtful,
scientious service.
To the $4,000 stockholders of the bank special word
said in recognition of their faith in the management Of
the institution and the principles for which it stands
Through their ready and consistent response the de-
mands of progress, they have assembled tremendous
banking capital that keeps pace with the steady growth in
deposits.
Finally there given pledge of integrity to the people
of this Pacific Commonwealth that its Interpretation Of
banking service the Bank of Italy will seadfasty adhere
the characteristics that have won for it the respect and
trust of those who are its customers. \
Imperial Valley press., 1924-10-17

N the of years that have elapsed since the BANK ITALY
k4 first opened its doors for business October Of prosperity
hacco I1E6r
The Ely miner. [volume] (Ely, Minn.) 1895-1986, 1924-08-15
Flower Pot Used
for Loud Speaker
Simple Arrangement Which
Produces Clear, Mellow
Speech, Music.
BY PETER MoMBELLo

For those fans who, having found
the price of good loud speaker pro-
hibltive, are now using pair of
phones on the table or in a fruit bowl,
this article describes the making of
one which will compare with the best
on the market.
An ordinary phone may be used in
place of the loud speaker unit, in
which case clamp should be made
to hold the earpiece as shown In the
cut. A loud speaker unit is recon-
mended. however, and since this is the
only costly part a good one should be
purchased. This unit should be pur-
chased first and the holes in the disks
and flower pot drilled to fit the diane
ter of tube of this unit.
The screws should be of sufficient
length to hold the wood, felt and rub
Der disks firmly to the flower pot. The
rubber may be cut from an old auto
mobile inner tube. To prevent any
possibility of rafting, thick felt should
be glued onto the spots where the
speaker. touches the table.
All the parts are to be made so that
they will fit into each other snugly,
The Ely miner. [volume] (Ely, Minn.) 1895-1986, 1924-08-15
Maps Eliminated With New Air Compass

The earth inductor compass is
placed in the tail, away from the mo-
tors influence. 1t is actuated by the
earth's magnetic field of force like
any other compass, but the difference
lies in it's use of the known and
charted isogonic lines, which are
imaginary lines joining places on the
earth's surface where the magnetic
force of the true north is the same"
"We know where these isogonic
lines are. They don't change posi-
tion," he said. 1.-The new compass has
two coils on either side of a rotor.
Before making a trip the navigator
plots out his course by the isogonic
lines and then sets his instrument In
the relative position TO these lines that
he wants to travel. Then on the drift
Indicator he makes his allowance for
wind and they set off. Whenever the
pilot gets off the set course-that is,
gets out of line with the navigator's
isogonic roulette field of force in
the instruments coils is cut and cur
rent is set up.
"This is recorded on a dial in front
of the pilot. An index needle that
should point straight upward falls to
one side and all the pilot has to do is
maneuver his plane to right the needle
again. Simple as the A B Cs."
The Ely miner. [volume] (Ely, Minn.) 1895-1986, 1924-08-15
Tells of the Profits in Terrapin Raising

the most desirable are those which
have sandy soil or mixed sand and
clay.
In such a habitat. and with proper
care. the desirable diamondback can be
raised to market size with less diff
Guilty than attends any other sort of
work connected with the use of land.
The bureau admits. however. that ideal
locations are seldom to be found, so
the less desirable must be made suit
able by artificial construction
In the experimental ponds of the
bureau. located at Beaufort, N. c.,
there are now. besides the original
lots of adults secured for breeding pur-
poses. more than 1000 terrapins of
various ages. Several thousand others
have been liberated or distributed to
other places for experimental work.
The females of the Oldest brood. that
of 1909, as well as some Of the brood
of 1910. have reached marketable size.
aud in 1915 produced eggs
The terrapin requires both land and
water, and any home prepared for It
must be about equally divided between
the two at low tide.