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Milford chronicle., 1925-12-18
Bethel

The M. E. Sunday School will
hold their Christmas entertainment
December oath. Everybody invited.
Mr.. and Mrs. Harry Bell and son
Bobby spent Sunday with Mr.. and
Mrs. Carmel Moore, of Laurel.
Mr.. and Mrs. Charles Cordrey left
Sunday for Philadelphia where they
will spend the winter on the barge
Success.
Mr.. and Mrs. Harley Hastings and
children spent Sunday with Mr.. and
Mrs. Irwin Hastings.
Judd and Paynter Phillips visited
their families over the weekend.
Len Riggin, Norris, Eva and Paul
inc Phillips, of Middletown, were
visitors in town on Sunday.
Mr.. and Mrs. William Massey
spent Sunday with Mr.. and Mrs.
Levi Warrington, of Seaford.
Mr. and Mrs. Harvey Twilley, Of
Sharptown, were town visitors on
Friday.
Mrs. John T. Phillips has moved
into property which she recently
purchased from Evelyn Pusey.
The Public School will hold their
Xmas entertainment at the Com
munity House on December 23rd.
Admission - Adults, 15c., school
children, free.
Milford chronicle., 1925-12-18
Trinity
(NeaF Brldgevillel

Lewis N. Wright, our rural mail
driver is ill with tonsilitis at this
writing.
Mr.. and Mrs. Geo. Adams and
children of Cannon visited at the
home of Mr.. and Mrs. Frank Wheat
ley on Sunday.
A. T. White and family spent Sat-
urday in Wilmington.
Mr.. and Mrs. ]. E. Cannon attend
ed the funeral of Mrs. Cannon's mo-
ther, Mrs. Samuel Graham at Green
wood on Sunday.
Enos Nichols of near Wilmington
spent the weekend here.
Mrs. Ethel Hunt of fredericksburg,
spent the weekend with her par
ents.
Mr.. and Mrs. Charles Nelson en-
tertained relatives on Sunday.
The Christmas entertainment will
be held at Jacobs School on Tues
day evening, December %, at 1880 p.
m. A very interesting program will
be given by the pupils, after which
Santa will be present to distribute
the gifts.
Several from here are attending
the revival services at Epworth
Church.
Mrs. Charles Roach, a highly re-
spected colored lady is seriously i'll
at her home here.
The Christmas entertainment will
be held at Trinity school on Wednes-
day evening, December %.
Gilbert Beebe and family have
moved into their new home on the
Edward and Hugh Martin farm.
Mr.. and Mrs. r. J. Hastings and
son Clinton spent Monday evening
with relatives at Cannon.
Milford chronicle., 1925-12-18
Magnolia

G. w. Collins and G. Collins Da-
Wis have had radios installed in their
homes the past week.
Mrs. Hulda B. Chambers and
daughter, Miss Ida Gamblers, have
returned from Florida. Mrs. Cham
bers is a guest Of Mr.. and Mrs. J.
B. Lindale.
The Sunshine Society were de-
lightfully entertained at the home of
Mrs. Samuel Minner Monday after
noon. The social program was in
charge of Mrs. Uhle Kenton.
Henry McKnitt and family have
moved into the home of Mr.. and Mrs.
R. F. White.
Oakley Taylor and friend of Will
mington were guests of his mother
on Sunday.
Mrs. B. F. Cooper was suddenly
called to Wilmington last week Ow-
ing to a serious accident to her son,
Frank, Jr.
Edward Hall and family of near
FELTON, were guests of Mr.. and Mrs.
John Grace on Sunday.
Martin Wilcutts who has been i'll
for some time is improving.
Mr.. and Mrs. George Reed are re-
ceiving congratulations upon the
birth of son, born December 9th.
Rev. and Mrs. J. D. Reese of Hous-
ton spent Sunday with the latter's
brother, James H. Satterfield, near
town.
Mrs. ]. K. Sapp, Mrs. J. B. Nell
vaine and son James motored to
Wilmington on Saturday.
Mr.. and Mrs. w. C. Paradee, Mr..
and Mrs. G. w. Collins attended a
card party at the home of Mr.. and
Mrs. Lockwood Cowgirl at Dover on
Friday evening.
Rev. C. w. Spry was assisted in
the revival services the past week
by the following ministers, Revs. D.
]. Ford of Wyoming, Lenard White
of Wesley NJ. E. Church and Rev. Da-
Wis of the w. C. l., Dover.
Mr.. and Mrs. w. ]. Reed have
moved into their new home, near
town.
Milford chronicle., 1925-12-18

December 80 and 81. The proceeds
will be used for the benefit of the
Central M. E. Church. The public is
cordially invited, for without your
help, it cannot be a success. So
bring your "overstuffed" purse and
your very best girl and lets all have
the jolliest time yet.
Our local weather prophet now
says it's gonna snow. We know mo-
ther earth looks very fascinating in
her spotless downy white robe and
perhaps it adds to the Christmas
spirit to those who have a cheerful
Milford chronicle., 1925-12-18

fire to "toast their toes" But what
about the shortage of coal and the
shivering children afar. Let's hope
the prophets miss their mark again.
Several from this vicinity enjoy
ed the services at st. Georges Chap
el on Sunday afternoon.
Mrs. E. G. Lingo is numbered on
the sick list at this writing. We sin
cerely wish for speedy recovery.
Albert B. Parsons and Miss Grace
Lingo were Sunday evening guests
with Mr.. and Mrs. Leroy Simpler
and family of Overlook.
Milford chronicle., 1925-12-18
Long Neck

An early wish for Merry Christ
mas to all the readers of the Milford
Chronicle. May Santa fill all your
wishes.
Sunday school Sunday morning at
Central M. E. Church at 9:45 o.
clock, sharp.
The Ladies Aid was entertained
at the residence of w. D. Steele on
Thursday evening, with a good at
tendance. The program was as fol-
Milford chronicle., 1925-12-18
Shawnee

The Shawnee P. T. A. held theiI
monthly meeting at the school
house on last Monday evening, with
a large attendance. Much credit is
due the children for their splendid
program. Proceeds amounted to
$69S. Next meeting will be the
third Thursday in January.
The Sunday School will give their
Christmas entertainment on Friday
evening, December rs. Everyone is
cordially invited.
Mrs. Liddie Davis, of Townsend,
spent the weekend with Mrs. Mollle
Prettyman.
Mr.. and Mrs. R. A. Wood, of Ell
lendale, visited Mr.. and Mrs. How
ard Hager on Sunday.
Mrs. Coffin and son are visiting
her daughter, Mrs. Edwin Taylor.
Several of our Shawnee folks at
tended Delaware State Grange held
at Dover last week.
Mr.. and Mrs. e. W. Palmer, OF
Delmar, visited Mr.. and Mrs. A. r.
Iemex on Sunday.
Mr.. and Mrs. Harry Belts were
I,ewes visitors on Sunday.
NIr and Mrs. A. Abbott entertain
cd at dinner on Sunday the follow
ing guests: Mr.. and Mrs. Shep.
walls and family, of Harrington;
Fred Walls and friend Florence
Butler, Norman Walls and sister
Elma, Della Ryan and brother, Nor
man Coffin and friend Edna Let's,
Hulda Loffland, Mr.. and Mrs, Will
Jester and Mr.. and Mrs. Smedley
and daughters, of Philadelphia.
Mr.. and Mrs Chas. Calhoun, of
Lincoln, spent the weekend with
Mr.. and Mrs. Pierce Prettyman-
Sunday School Sunday at 200 p.
m. Preaching at 800 p. M
Milford chronicle., 1925-12-18

the guests of Mr.. and Mrs. Chas.
Goslee.
Mr.. and Mrs. Cleve Griffin and
family were Sunday visitors with
relatives in Berlin, Md.
Mr.. and Mrs. J. E. Hazard spent
Sunday with Mr.. and Mrs. Chas. M.
Downs and family as did also Mr..
and Mrs. S. L. Downs and family of
Lewes, and Mrs. S. A. Warrington
and L. r. Lingo.
Mr.. and Mrs. Lewis MCGEE of Mil
ton spent Sunday with Mr.. and Mrs.
Ward MCGEE and family.
Milford chronicle., 1925-12-18

Cleveland Griffin has purchased q
new Ford touring car.
Mr.. and Mrs. Clifford E. Lingo and
Miss e. N. Parsons were shoppers in
Milford on Saturday afternoon.
Mr.. and Mrs. John Steele and
daughter Betty of Stockley were en-
tertained to dinner at Mr.. and Mrs.
W. D. Steele on Sunday.
George Hazard, accompanied by
the Misses Edna Parsons and Eve
lyn Lingo mOtored to Harrington on
Sunday evening, where they were
Milford chronicle., 1925-12-18

lows: Was opened by song, sue
ceeded by prayer; readings by the
following, Mrs. VIM. Phillips, Lit
tie Boys Trials Before Christmas, -
Miss Frances MCGEE "a Christmas
Prospect"
Music exercise, Miss Doris Steele.
Miss Mildred Phillips, Little
Match Girl"
Mrs. Charles Lingo, sally AIMS
Experiences.
Recitation, Miss Doris Steele
Making Up"
Collection, $3.4O.
Milford chronicle., 1925-12-18

Refreshments of bonbons and ap-
pies were served by the hostess and
were greatly enjoyed and made us
think Christmas was almost here.
The next meeting will be held with
Mrs. Ward MCGEE on the second
Thursday evening in January, which
will be the 14th.
We wish to announce that there
will be an oyster supper, also ice
cream and cake in the school build
ing of Long Neck on Wednesday and
Thursday evenings, which will be
New Britain herald., 1925-01-03
WAITING FOR REMINDER"

The initial appsarance of "Thc Reminder" the monthly bulletin to be published by the house commit tee of Doly Council, No, 12. K, Of C., will take place on or near Janu- ary 15. The bulletin will contain all news items concerning the doings of the council and interesting items for the members. They will be mail cd 10 the members Of the council each month.
 A turkey supper, prepared m Frank Reeds incomporabic manner. will be furnished by the house con- mittee this evening, A lunch Is pre- pared each Saturday evening and served in the club house. but to. nights feed will be an extraordinary one.
 The council is planning 10 conduct a class Of applicants through inc first and second degrees about the first Of February. Membership ap- p)ications are being received in large numbers and al the rate tAe membership of the local council is increasing, it will soon stand among the leaders in the state in the mat ter Of size
New Britain herald., 1925-01-03
SWEDISH BETHANY CHURCH
 HOLDS ANNUAL MEETING
Increase of 20 In Membership Over
 Last Year Reported ct Annual Meeting

At the annual meeting of the con- gregation Of the Swedish Bethany church, which was held last night the following officers were elected; Vice chairman, Emil Hjerpe; clerk. F., Il, Sundquist; financial secretary William Appel; treasurer, Fridolph Johnson; dcucons for three-ycar terms, Aryid Carlson, Harold An dcrson, Honning Johnson; trustees, Charles 0. Johnson Fridoiph John son, Philip Magnuson; deaconesscs. Mrs, Peter Crona. Mrs. John Swan son, Mrs. Charles J. Carlson, Mrs, Charles J. Nahlstrom, Mrs. J. Adam son. Miss Maria Peterson, Miss Ellen Anderson, Mrs. Eric Sundqulst, Mrs, C, l'rcCdCl, auditors, Harold John son. Edwin NahIstrom, Paul NiDson, Aver Peterson; superintendent of the Sunday school, Emil Hjcrpc.
 In his annual report Rev. G, l.. rihl stated that the total member ship Of the church is sol, an in- crease of 20 over last year, There have been, during tho past year, eight deaths. II weddings and 99 baptisms
 The financial report of the treas urer showed the treasury balance to be about $500.
 4 committee consisting Of Rev. c. F.. Pihl, William Appel and Fri dolph Johnson was appointed to havc the reports of the church printed.
New Britain herald., 1925-01-03
Noble Silent on
 Tranfers RumOr

Chief William J, Noble of the fire department refused to either con- firm or deny today a report that a general shakeup in the form of transfers will be made in the de- partment. It is understood from re- ports that the chief will transfer a number Of men to new stations, the transfers taking effect tomorrow night. No officers will be shifted, according to report.
 A number of men in the depart ment have made application "to Chief Noble to be transferred 10 sta tions nearer their homes and the chief is expected to grant these in most eases At the same time he is expected to make several changes that will be for the purpose of in creasing the efficiency of the depart mcnt, the attitude and work of some of the. men in the stations where they are located not being satisfac- tory to Chief Noble, 1t is understood.
New Britain herald., 1925-01-03
PLAN NEW DRY LAW
New York State Republicans Draft
 Ing Measure To SuppIant Repealed Mullan-Gage statute.

2 Albany, Jan, 2,-E1ac,maut Of a state prohibition enforcement act to fill the place Of the lTullau-Gaee law repealed during Governor smiths first administration, will be sought by the republicans as one oi at least ls proposals in their legislative pro- gram for the coming session.
 Over the weekend d number Of minor details remain 10 be settled in she program f was said but is ma for policies Wore determined last aight at co0Ccrcuce here between Eieut.-Govrrnor Seymour Lowmaa ind Chairman Norris of the repubi- pn state committee.
 : Immedia'r,y after tte meeting Chairman Morris took a late night Tain for New York where he ex- poets 10 meet |. $. Senator James Hadsworth today.
New Britain herald., 1925-01-03
INSTALLS OWN DAUGHTER

Grand Royal Patron Sir Knight s. F. seaman installed the officers of Laurel Court in their rooms in Masonic Hall last night, It was the first time in the history Of the states grand lodge that a grand royal patron has had the honor Of install- ing his own daughter, Cordelia Banta 10 the high office of royal matrOn.
 IT was an unusually pleasant oc- casion. A number of the grand officers of the state, including the grand royal matron, were present.
 Following the installation the coronation ceremony in military form was credtably presented Grand associate conductress Lottie Boyer acted as the coronation off, cer.
New Britain herald., 1925-01-03

to induce the operator to try his luck, and keeps him continually an ticlpating that the play next followe ing tho one he is about to make will result to him in q flow of slugs which may be worth a dollar of merchandise.
 T find tho accused guilty as charged, but in view of the fact that he had reason to believe that the machine in his possession was q legal one, I will suspend judgment; but I want 1t understoo that after a reasonable opportunity has been given to the owners of these ma chimes to remove them. that per sons found with these machines in their possession will not receive a suspended Judgment.
 WILLIAM c. HUNGERFORD,
 Judge"
New Britain herald., 1925-01-03
City Items

Alfred LacaSsei an employe of the Stanley Rule and Level plant, was painfully injured yesterday when a piece of wood struck him in tho stomach. He was removed to the New Britain general hospital for treatment.
 +, J. Dixon left today for Florida to spend the remainder Of the win fer there. William II. Hall and E. B, Lasher wiu leave in the near fu- turc to spend the winter in Florida.
 Adclard Clement of 33 Commer- cia street and Miss Arsclie Morris sctte of 45 Hartford avenue have been granted a marriage liccnse.
 The Misses Rose and Esther Vel. lins are spending the weekend in New York city.
 Oscar Steele has returned 10 his home in Waltham, Mass after wis ting MT. and Mrs. A. F. Nelson and family of Corbiu avenue. He will resume his studies at Tufts college on Monday.
 Mrs. Harold B. Post Is III with grip at her home, 625 Arch street
 Joseph A. Menousek of A Cot tage place has returned to the Uni versity of Vermont to resume his studies in the medical school.
 Alderman John r. Maerz Of the sixth ward Is in New York on busi- ness.
 Gerstaecker lodge, l. 0, o. F., will hold its annual Christmas entertain ment on Monday evening in I. 0. o. r. hall.
 The Citizens Coal Co, through A. W. upson, has sued J. J. Donahue for s42.50 damages.
 Peter Plazsenski has brought suit for sS,joo against Joseph and Helena alleging non-payment of a note.
 E. W. Ripple, through George W. Klctt, has brought suit for S100 damages against Joseph Marine for goods sold and delivered. q
 Joseph Nerano, member of Engine Co, 2, is confined to his home with grip. He was forced 10 leave his duties yesterday.
New Britain herald., 1925-01-03
MUST CHANGE PLANS

Alterations in the original plans for tke Stanley school addition are T, ceasary 10 keep the cost within the estimates, as all four general con >tractiug bids for work according to inc pGoposed plans were in excess Of the limit set. These bids were open cd at meeting Of the school ac- commodations committee in the Wal nut Hill school yesterday afternoon and when it was found that they exceeded the estin ates Of the build ing program, it was decided 10 have the original plans modified. The architect has been notified 10 make these chaTeos, which will he placed lefore the board at a meeting nex, Friday, following which another rc- quest for bids will be sent out.
New Britain herald., 1925-01-03
WASHINGTON CAMP
 IS 30 YEARS OLD
Branch of P. Q. s. of A. to Cele
 brate on January g .

An increase in membership from
 36 charter members 10 356, the
 present number, Is the record of
 progress of Washington Camp, No.
 Q, Patriotic Order Sons of America,
 which will celebrate Its 30th anni- versary Friday evening, January 9,
 In c. U. A. NJ. hall on Main street.
 The camp was instituted January 10, 1895, in Booths hall. The at- tendance at the first meeting was about 200, composed of visitors from
 other camps. The 36 charter mem
 bers were initiated by a delegation
 form Camp No. { of New Haven. Of these SC memebrs the names of seven arc Still on the records These are Edward Parker, a member of the local fire department; Loren D. Penfeld, former local town clerk: w. w. Marshall, who Is connected with the Stanley Works; Fred Hat sing; J. B. Russell, who is living out west W. B, Russell, who Is located In Springfield and r. E. Nensl. Ed ward Parker and W. w. Marshall are past local presidents and also past state presidents. Those mem- bers who were present at that first meeting report that despite the in- element weather occasioned by about four inches of heavy slush the at tendance was large. The first past president was the late George w. Corbin.
 The celebration of the occasion will be in the form of an "open night" for members and their fami- lies and friends. Walter Falk, a member of the First Baptist church quartette, will sing seveeal bass solos; Charles ~Jones will entertain with clog dancing numebrs and Miss Signe Peterson will entertain with recitations Manlius II. Norton will deliver the address of welcome.
 State officers will be present and after the entertainment refreshments will be served, The committee in l charge of the observance consists of | " b' "bioH' i|' b' SdI'' I. L" Aus tin. Gaston Pardee and Fred Carle.
 The officers of the local camp are as follows: President, L. B. Beecher; C. l.. Austin: master of forms, Henry Kessner: recorder, c. L. Wilcox; treasurer, A. l.. Thompson; financial secretary. A. H. Johnson: conductor, Walter Horton, inspector. Charles Jones: guard, Lothair Siegal; trustee, F. S Verga- scn.
New Britain herald., 1925-01-03
CONIARAS-W WAGNER
We'll Known Theatcr Magnate 10 Marry Treasurer at Palace Monday In New London,

John S. Contaras, manager and part owner of the Capitol theater, and Miss Minnie E, Wagner. treasur- CT at the Palace theater. will be married Monday afternoon in New London. They will sail for Miami, Florida. on four weeks honeymoon trip and on their return will reside at j2 Roberts street
New Britain herald., 1925-01-03
SUES FOR AUTO BILL

Benny Drohan, manager of Marty Dupree's Folies, now playing at the Palace theater, has been sued for $50 hy Daniel ], Fitzpatrick, who claims that he was engaged to furnish two automobiles for the show troupe to go to Mcriden for a New Years Eve performance, but that Drohan at the last minute dismissed the cars and had the trip made in other ma chimes without paying for Fitzpat- riCk's cars.
New Britain herald., 1925-01-03
ENTERTAINED FRIENDS

Miss Gertrude Dacey entertained a party of friends at bridge at her home last evening. Prizes were awarded to Misses Agnes Carlson and Marguerite Baker. Those who attended were Misses Rose and Mar guerite Baker. Mary and Ruth Schneider, Agnrs Carlson, May Con- molly, Eleanor Desmauris and Mrs, Hugo Johnson.
New Britain herald., 1925-01-03
ANDREE LODGE INsTALLs

At a meeting of Andree Lodge, ]. 0. Q. r., inc following officers were elected; noble grand, Sandy Bengt- son; vico-grand Emil Larson; re- cording secretary. John E. Holm berg; financial secretary, Algot Peterson; treasurer. Frank Wallin.
New Britain herald., 1925-01-03
TO HAVE pKAYER WEEK

Prayer week will be observed at the Swedish Bethany church next week with services at 7;45 o'clock each evening. Rev. C. W. Gillen. who recently came from Sweden, will be the speaker, He will also speak at tomorrow's meetings at 10:So in the morning and at 7;S0 in the eve ming.
New Britain herald., 1925-01-03
FIRE CAUSES $50 DAMAGE

Damage estimated at sl5O result cd from blaze that consumed an old shed on Vincent avenue last night. An alarm from Box AIS was sent in but when the fire apparatus arrived, the flames had euveloped the structure and it was impossible to save it. The property is owned -hv William Sahin
New Britain herald., 1925-01-03
DfatHa
Mrs. Minnie Nichols

Mrs. Minnie Nichols of 25 Pros pect street, Bristol. died last night at the New Britain General hospital. She was 57 years old and a widow. She leaves a brother Louis Burg of Center street Arrangements for the funeral have not been completed.
New Britain herald., 1925-01-03
Gutrrrals
Mrs. Karoline Josephine Boell.

The funeral of Mrs. Karoine Jose phine Bocll will be held Monday aft crnoon at o'clock from the late nome, 2l4'Maple street. Rev. NJ. w. Gaudian, pastor of St. Johns Ger man Lutheran church, will officiate and interment will be in Tairview cemetery.
New Britain herald., 1925-01-03
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65 SCARLET FEVER CASES

Although the scarlet fever ept- demic has subsided somewhat in the past week there are still 65 cases under quarantine in this city, and the end of this period is not yet in sight.
 The health department expected tofelease from quarantine about 20 cases in the coming week and others discharged from quarantine will follow.
New Britain herald., 1925-01-03
CLEARINGs AND BALANCES,

New York - Exchanges, I44l,- 0po.000; balances, l?3,000,o0o.
 Boston-ENchanges. I240po.Oo0: balances. 40,0O0,00o
New Britain herald., 1925-01-03
SCHMIDT INQUEST IS
 HELD IN M|DDLE70WN
(Continued From First Fage)

the second and last witness of the forenoon session Of the inquest, His story was largely a repetition of that told by Dr. Nolan.
 The inquest was to be continued this afternoon.
New Britain herald., 1925-01-03
g PERSONS DIE
 IN TWO FIRES
(Continued From First Pase)

election. The body was found iu a room on the fourth floor, burned be- yond recognition. The woman. is be- leved 10 have been Marie Lederer, 25 years old, a medical student at Cornell university.
 One woman jumped from the roof Of an adjoining two story building, but escaped injury when she landed in snow drift.
 The second fire was in an East 1ol street apartment house occupied by 50 families.
New Britain herald., 1925-01-03

Many automobile opportunities are enumerated from time to time in the classified columns.
New Britain herald., 1925-01-03

[. <. TREASURY STATEMENT. |. & treasury balance, $S29.07S,S67
New Britain herald., 1925-01-03
Wife Will Join Hmshand

The case against Samuel Motta of l5 Seymour street, charged with nonsupport, was nolled by Prescott tor Joseph G. Woods after the mans wife agreed 10 go 10 Hartford to live, Motta has been working in Hartford for sometime, and alleged that his wife refused 10 go there with him.
New Britain herald., 1925-02-11
POPULATION AND GRAIN
 SUPPLY

The worlds population has in creased 124,ooo,O0O people since 1918, according 10 experts who deal in population statistics The yearly increase in given at 12,OO0,OQO per sons,
 TfIt the wheat and rye supply of the world is 4oo,o0o,OO bushels less this year than in 1918.
 The price of wheat advanced to B because of this world phenomena. A partial failure of the two chief grain crops in any great grain-pro- ducing country will bring about a rise. Consistent shortages of the crops will indicate that the demands of increased population are catching up 10 grain production.
 In the United states the reverse is the case: We have had more pro- duction than consumption and eff forts have been made to increase per capita consumption Of bread, There also is much land that can be cultivated if necessary. But eventually increased population will take up all the slack. In 50 years from now humanity will have to keep itself very busy raising enough food to go around. Conditions of the past will never again return.