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The Washington times., 1925-05-18
Jug Toters Flayed by
HugerSt0lUr1 Pastor

HAGERSTOWN, Nd, May 18-The modern youth is going
his elders better by carrying jug instead of flask
when he attends dances Hagerown declared the Reverend
Doctor c. c. Carpenter of the First Brethren Church
last night in a which created a sensation.
The Washington times., 1925-05-18

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Putnam patriot., 1925-02-20
ODD FELLOWS BALL
 A SOCIAL SUCCESS
Will Probably Become Annual Affair of Local Orders En-
 tertainment Program
Pretty Decorations In Dance Hall
 and Supper Room

It has been many years since Israel Putnam Lodge, l. o. O. F.. sponsored ball, but the event held by that or ganization> in it's hall on Pomfret street Monday evening was so success full in every way that it is almost a foregone conclusion that 1t will again become an annual affair.
 A hall beautifully decorated, crepe paper streamers predominating, with potted palms here and there, and an enclosed space for the orchestra, greet ed the eyes of over l25 couples as they gathered for the dance. The ladies room was tastefully furnished, and the small hall adjoining the main dancing hall, was made attractive by punch bowl and attendants.
 Harry W. Sharpe's orchestra of ten pieces furnished an enjoyable concert from until 9 o'clock, at which time the grand march was formed, led by Noble Grand Eldon s. Johnson and Mrs. Johnson. and Vice Grand Carl Weeks and Miss Lucy Ellis, followed by other officers of the lodge and their ladies, all in evening dress. The in- tricate figures of the march were per formed with accuracy, and was ap- plauded by the many spectators who lined the hall. Dancing followed until one o'clock, the program being a va ried one. including quadrilles and a Virginia Reel, which were taken ad- vantage of by many of the older cou- pies present.
 During intermission a salad supper was served in Red Mems Hall, which was specially furnished and decorated for the occasion. Small tables with in dividual lamps lined the sides of the hall. and in the center were larger ta- bles. with plenty of floor lamps to add to the beauty of the room. The supper was abundant and well served by a corps of loyal workers from the Re bekahs.
 Officers and members from Odd Fellows lodges in Webster, Danieison and Central Village were present. as we'll as several from other vicinity towns.
 The full committees, to whose un- tiring and enthusiastic labors the com plete success of the ball is due, are as follows:
 From the Odd Fellows-Garl E. Weeks, chairman: Eldon s. Johnson, Harry ". Sharpe, J. Otto Bayer, Har- old Morrarty. Allie s. King, J. Fred Ash. Reuben Peterson, Frank Miller, Kenneth Sharpe.
 From the Rebekahs-Mrs. James H McCulloch, chairman; Mrs. Rhoda Moss, Mrs. Bernard McGarry. Miss Florence Tourtellotte, Mrs. Addison Tourtellotte, Mrs. C. L. Adams. Mrs. Herbert A. Johnson, Mrs. ". s. Car penter. Mrs. Louis Reeves. Mrs. Allie S. King, Mrs. Fred D. Card, Mrs. Wal ter N Phillips, Mrs. Chauncey Talbot, Fred D. Card. James II. MeCulloeh, and Allie $. King.
Putnam patriot., 1925-02-20
GEO. w. GHPATRIC
 AWARDED STOCK
Referee Yeomans Finds 449 Shares Should Be Returned
 To Rightful Owner
Trustee In Bankruptcy Appeal. 10 II.
 5. District Court

The contention of George W. Gilpat- ric, father of C. Harold Gilpatrie, that 449 shares of the stock of Whipple & Gilpatric, coal, wood and lumber deal. CTS of Putnam. taken in the name of the son, should be construed as re. sulting trust in favor of the elder Gil. patric and returned to him, has been upheld by Edward Nj. yeomans. refer. ee in bankruptcy. Hartford, before whom the hearing was held. Arthur E. Howard. as trustee of the bankrupt estate of C.. Harold Gilpatric. has ap- pealed from the referees finding to the United States district court.
 Taken Without Consent
 In seeking to recover the stock of the company in which c. W. Gilpatric started with Hiram Whipple as part ner more than ten years ago, 1t was alleged that the stock was taken by the son in his own name without the knowledge of the father while the fla ther was ill
 The allegations were found to be true. The stock is subject to a lien for $6,o00 to the trustee of the estate. In his opinion the referee finds that an order should be made directing the trustee to transfer the stock to the pe- titioner upon the payment of the lien and interest thereon accrued.
 Business Grew Rapidly
 C. ". Gilpatric entered into the partnership with Hiram Whipple in 1910 and the business expanded rapid ly. In April. 1921, the business was incorporated. MT. Gilpatrie. Sr.. who had been i'll for some time. was able to attend the meeting at which the arti- eles of incorporation were signed, and to his surprise found that of the 900 shares of the corporation 4i9 were in the name of his son. the same number m the name of his partner, one share in his own name, and one share In the name Of John Whipple While great ly surprised, Mr Gilpatric did not re- monstrate. as he had faith in his son.
 Later C. Harold Gilpatrie hypothe- cated the shares with the City Bank < Trust Co, of Hartford.
 He placed them there as security on promissory nte for $6.J00. The note was bought by the First National Bank of Putnam. Mr. Gilpatrie in his petition said that he was willing te pay the $6.000 and interest in order to have the shares returned to him.
Putnam patriot., 1925-02-20
PUTNAM FIREMEN
 AWAIT STILL ALARM
All Ready to Go.--25th Annual Concert and Ball Monday
 Night
Public Can Help By Buying Tickets
 and Have Good Time

Members of the Putnam fire de- partment have been working for weeks on plans for the twenty-fifth annual concert and ball of the department, to be held in the Armory Hall. Livery street. Monday evening. They are all ready and waiting to go except that the sale of tickets continues.
 The firemen's ball is the last public social function before Lent. For a quarter of century it has been looked forward to by the public at this season of the year. IL Is learned on good au- thority that the committee are anxious to sell more tickets. and the public Is asked to assist by buying them. A ticket to the annual fremen's ball for Sl.50 is one of the best investments that can be made by anyone enjoying good music. a pretty spectacle, danc= ing, and general good time. The fire department Is public institution and all efforts by the members to keep the department up to d high standard should receive the hearty support of the public The proceeds from the ball are used by the companies to make their quarters more attractive and Co aid them in their little diversions from the regular line of duty.
 There will be q concert program by Harry Sharpe,s orchestra from eight to nine o'clock. when the grand march will form. This will be led by Assist ant Chief Alphonse Dumas and Mrs. Dumas. Charles T. Thayer, superin- tendent of fire alarm, and Mrs. Thayer will be the second couple. After the march is over dancing will follow.
 The general committee in charge of the ball has the following members Frank Dumas. chairman; Edmond Keane, secretary; Walter A. Wheaton. treasurer; Harry Sharpe. Joseph Cady. Wilton Green, Edward Benoit, Frank Baker, Arthur Davison. Louis Beausoleil. Edgar Auger, Rosario Mayotte. Elzear Guertin, Charles A. Ryan.
 Floor director: Philip Gagne.
 Reception committed: Frank Du- mas. Rosario Mayotte, Walter Wheat on.
 Visiting firemen are expected from all of the surrounding cities and towns.
Putnam patriot., 1925-02-20
FARM INSTITUTE
County Association Session st Wind
 ham Next Wednesday

The Windham County Farmers Association will hold an agricultural institute at Guilford Smith Hall, South Windham, next Wednesday The program will start at l0.30 a. m., with the opening address by Dr. C. r. Perley. president of the Windham County Farmers Association. Fol. lowing will come short talk by Whit. man Danielson, secretary-treasurer of the association.
 A. W. Manchester, farm manage ment specialist, will talk on Home Grown Feeds for the Dairyman.' and W. II. Darrow, fruit specialist. on Spraying and Spray Materials. "
 Then will come lunch. followed by q talk by Harry Lewis, a Rhode Island poultry man, on "Broodina Chicks" Miss Amman, millinery spe. cialist. will give q demonstration on Choosing Hat and an address bv I. G. Davis, extension marketing specialist Agricultural Business Me thods In Connecticut Agriculture, will close the program.
Putnam patriot., 1925-02-20
PROMENADE TONIGHT
Big High School Social Event Expect
 ed tc Be Successful

Everything is in readiness for a successful junior promenade at the high school auditorium this evening. The class of 1926 has made lavish preparations to give four hundred guests an evening of real pleasure. The hall is beautifully decorated with the class colors, green and gold, an ex- cellent orchestra has been engaged, and all details attended to.
 The affair will open at eight o'clock with short concert by the Ideal Or chestra of Webster, after which the same orchestra will furnish music for dancing until li.30.
 Patronesses will be Mrs. K. C. Jen' kins. Mrs. E L. Robinson, Miss Abbls II. Keith. Mrs. F. K. Haines. Mrs. G H. Gilpatric, and Mrs. William Nalen tine.
 The dance program calls for sixteer dances. all fox trots with the exception of two waltzes.
Putnam patriot., 1925-02-20

At the biennial city election the first Monday in December. the yot- CTS of Putnam will have a chance to express their opinions as to whether or not they believe the time has ar rived when the city should pay it's mayor and members of the common council compensation for their ser vices. If the majority believe they should be paid, the next mayor and members of the council will receive compensation.
 The two bills changing two sec tions of the city charter endorsed by the common council and intro duced in the General Assembly. by request. by Representative Samuel Rich, were assigned for a hearing before the committee on cities and boroughs, at the state capitol, Hart ford, Wednesday.
Putnam patriot., 1925-02-20
BARTLETT AND NOYER
 LIBERATED TODAY
Engineer and Conductor Parol- ed On l 1 Months Probation
 By Order of Court
Were In Charge of Train That Caus.
 ed Wreck and Two Deaths

Joseph z. Bartlett, engineer, and Joseph K. Noyer, conductor, of freight train No. 1914, which was left stand ing on a siding in the north Putnam railroad yard in the evening of Oc- tober 24 last. so close to the main line that the freight was hit by south bound passenger train and two lives lost, were liberated from Brooklyn jail today.
 Sentence One Year Bartlett and Noyer appeared at the January term of the Nindham Coun- ty Superior court and pleaded guilty to gross and willful misconduct and negligence. They were sentenced by Judge Newell Jennings to one year in jail. Thursday morning an order signed by Judge Jennings, effective Friday, was received by the clerk of court. The order sets forth in sub stance that Joseph Noycr and Joseph |C Bartlett, sentenced on January Ii for gross and wiiiful misconduct and negligence in failing to close. and in failing to cause to be closed, a switch in the yard of the \. i.. N. II. < IT.. railroad at Putnam, causing the loss of life of William $. Carpenter. have the further execution of their sentenc- es suspended on the goth of February and that they be put on probation in charge of Richard Mansfield, prOba- tion officer of New London, for peri cd of eleven months.
 Left Swith Open
 Through the failure of these men to see that the switch to the siding on which the freight was standing to let the passenger train pass was closed the passenger train crashed head on into the freight. Engineer William $. Carpenter and Joseph C. Hoppman. fireman of the passenger train, were so badly injured that they died few days later at the Day kimbail Hos pital. Both men were residents of Putnam.
 Stephen w Stickney, an engineer who was riding home on the engine of the passenger train, was also in- jured and one leg was amputated be- low the knee He has since been dis charged from the hospital and is at his home in the Sawyer district.
Putnam patriot., 1925-02-20
SKULL FRACTURED
 BY FALL ON ROCK
Walter Yates, Age Nine Yesrs. Injured While Playing At
 School
Now In Serious Condition at Hospttal
 No One at Fault

Walter Yates, nine year old pupil of the Israel Putnam school, IS n a serious condition at the Day Kim ball Hospital with fracture of the skull. An operation was performed this morning to relieve pressure, and the boys condition is as good as can be expected.
 With other school children the boy was playing on the steep rocky hill. side which is part of the play ground for children. during the morning re- cess on Thursday. As the bell end ing the fifteen minute recess rangs he with others, turned to run down the hill to the school. He stumbled and fell. striking his head on sharp rock. |.
 Dr. K. T. Phillips was called and found that the boy had suffered q fractured skull and lacerations of the scalp. He was removed to the Day Kimball Hospital. Walter is the son of Mrs. Thomas Yates of Railroad street.
Putnam patriot., 1925-02-20
To Vote on Salary Of Mayor and Aldermen

The referendum was asked for by Representative Rich. as many vot- CTS had expressed a desire e be heard on this section of the pro posed change in the charter. To save the expense of special city meeting. Representative Rich had the vote on the proposed change set for the same time as the biennial city election, which comes this year. There is ample time for full and free discussion of the merits of the bill before it will come before the voters of Putnam.
 Citizens of Putnam did not par tieularly interest themselves when the bills came up Wednesday. and none were present except two or three who were connected with state affairs and were in the capitol on other business.
Putnam patriot., 1925-02-20
MOST SUCCESSFUL
 VALENTINE TEA
Saturday. Affair Melted Hos- uital Over $7OO.--Booths
 Generously Patronized
Fine Weather a Factor In Bringing z
 Out a Large Gathering

One of the biggest and most suc- cessful of the social events of this section this winter was the Valentine Tea of last Saturday This annual event of the Woman's Board of the Day Kimball Hospital attracted 9 large and generous crowd to Odd Fellows Hall and netted the largest profit to the hospital ever realized from such an affair According to the figures of Mrs. 4. Y. Frost. gen eral chairman. the total profits for the hospital were S7l5.S2.
 Good Music
 During the afternoon the high school orchestra. enlarged by the ad- dition of several other local musi eians, played several numbers under the direction of Samuel Rich. It was made up as follows: piano, Frances Obletz; violins, Eleanor Irving, Bes- sic Obletz, Evelyn kaminsky, Flor ence Smith. Lucy Farrows, Mrs. Sam uel Rich, Herbert Clark; flutes, Wal ter Rich, Paul Wheaton; cornet, Sam uel ObIetz; saxaphone, Carl Tillquist cello, F. A. Maryott; bass, William Peehie; drums, Robert Bruce; clari- net, Samuel Rich, leader.
 At various tables throughout the hall. flowers. candy, cake, valentines. ice cream, and fancy articles were of- fered for sale. A used book table was an innovation this year, and, as were the other booths, was liberally patron ized.
 Pupils As Mattresses
 Tea was served to all guests by the women's committee from Thompson, with girls of the owe-Marot School as waitresses. Many people were at the hall when supper was served on the cafeteria style between 5 o'clock and 7.30.
 The dance in the evening brought in even more people than visited the hall in the afternoon. A four-piece orches- tra from Providence furnished excel lent dance music.
 The Patriot received this morning from Mrs. A. V. Frost. chairman of the general committee, note as fol- lows
 The ladies of the Woman's Board. Day Kimball Hospital, wish to extend their sincere thanks to all those who gave of their time and means to make the Valentine Tea such splendid sue cess, both socially and financially.
Putnam patriot., 1925-02-20
SPECIAL MEETING OF
 FORESTERS OF AMERICA

Court City of Putnam initiated five candidates on Sunday afternoon, Feb ruary IS. After degree work, re. treatments were served and good time enjoyed. The candidates initiat- ed were Arthur Lucier, Frank Du- charme, Ernest J. Jarvis. Walter A. Bowen and Dwight Flynt.
 An interesting talk was given by N. Waldo Kennedy of Eastford, organiz- r for the Loyal Order of Moose, which very well pleased his hearers. The degree was worked by the degree team of Court City of Putnam.
Putnam patriot., 1925-02-20
BANKRUPT MILL co.
 OWES PUTNAM BANK
Monson Worsted Corp. Large Borrower From First Ma
 tional of This City
Putnam People Invested Savings
 With Their Employer

The Monson Worsted Company of Monson, Mass, has filed an involun. tary petition in bankruptcy in the [. s. district court at Boston. The liabilities are listed at s14s,5s5 with assets of s57,453.
 The Monson Worsted Company was formed by Thomas J. Corcoran, Jr., formerly of Putnam. Among the unsecured creditors are the First Ma tional Bank of Putnam with over drafts amounting to S25,42S and three notes amounting to $25 ,000.
 When the First National Bank failed it was soon known that the Monson Worsted Company had been loaned large sums by the cashier of the Putnam bank and 1t also soon be- came known that the Monson Com pany was in financial straits. A suit was instituted by a number of stock holders of the company and later a creditors committee was ap- pointed among the committee being mentioned the receiver of the Putnam bank.
 When Mir. Corcoran started the mill in operation & number of Put nam people, former employees of MT Corcoran, went to Monson to work in the mill and after a while took shares of stock until considerable of their money was invested in the en- terprise. It is understood that one Putnam family has as high as s15,- 000 invested in the stock.
 Following the closing of the First National Bank and the calling of loans it is said that every attempt was made to keep the company from going into the hands of a receiver but without success. State Bank Com missioner John B. Byrne Is quoted with stating that the only way for the Putnam bank to receive return on any of the loaned money is as q gen. eral creditor.
 Other unsecured creditors of the bankrupt company are the Mechanics Bank of New Haven, holder of note for S25 ,000; the Centerdale Worsted Mills at Centerdale, R. l., se,531 Clifton Yarn Mills Inc, Clifton Heights, Pa, S7,390; and the Grown Morsted Company of Providence Ss,- 2S0.
 The secured claims against the company amount to S5,991 and un. secured S140,717 according to tho involuntary petition.
 The assets consist of cash on hand SIS5; real estate, $i0, ,0O0; machin. cry and tools. s26, ,720; accounts re. ceivable. $20,731.
 Mir. Corcoran came to Putnam az agent of the French River Textile Company at Mechanicsville. After ten years or more in this position he went to a similar position in a mil in Manchaug. Mass. Here labor trouble developed and the mill was finally closed. It was following this that Mir. Corcoran promoted the formation of the Monson Worsted Company.
 During all this time Mir. Coreoran maintained a beautiful home in this city. Three years ago Mrs. Corcoran instituted divorce proceedings and was granted a decree with a large amount of alimony The home was sold and Mrs. Corcoran makes her home with her mother Since that time Mir. Coreoran has seldom visit ed in Putnam
Putnam patriot., 1925-02-20

As the committee on cities and horoughs has no jurisdiction over bills increasing salaries. the sec tion of the charter providing for an increase of fifty per cent in the sal aries of the judge. deputy judge. and prosecuting attorney of the Putnam city court, the matter was disposed of by reassigning the bill to the judiciary committee. It will without a doubt be favorably rec commended and passed.
 The section of the charter pro viding for salary of $500 for the mayor, sl0 to the alderman-at-large for each of the twelve regular meetings he attends during the year, and 8 to each alderman for each of the twelve meetings attend ed during the year. will be passed with referendum.
Putnam patriot., 1925-02-20
PERSONAL TAXES ARE
 DUE NEXT WEEK

Joseph Plessis collector of personal taxes gives notices that the tax Is due and payable next week. The tax will be collected at his office in the Stoum- bells building Wednesday, Thursday Friday and Saturday, February 25 26, 27 and 28 and if not paid before March l. the tax payer will become Ii able to a collection fee.
Putnam patriot., 1925-02-20
LAYING NEW RAILS

The railroad work train gang which has headquarters in Putnam is now working south of Danielson laying new and heavier rails on the New Lon don division of the New Haven road. The new rails are similar to those laid from Putnam to Danielson last year, and are heavier than those which they replace. weighing TOT pounds per foot and being thirty-nine feet in length.
Putnam patriot., 1925-02-20
BIG BAZAAR IN
 PoMFRET TONIGHT

The bazaar given for the benefit of Holy Trinity church, Pomfret, to be held in Pomfret Hall tonight. is att tTacting a great deal of interest, as the committees have arranged many eri- joyable features. The hall vii! be prettily decorated and there will be a variety of booths for dispensing wares, including light refreshments. There will be dancing, including the more popular dances for the younger sets but not forgetting few of the oid- fashioned square dances for those who still enjoy the lanciers and plain qund- rills. Many beautiful presents will bs given away during the evening. The affair is public and everyone Is invit- ed. <
Putnam patriot., 1925-02-20
MECHANICSVILLE BEATEN

The American Legion five of Web ster won over the Mechanicsville A. A. at basket ball last evening in a game at the Tourtellotte gym. North Grosvenordale, 39 to 3f. A big Web ster rally in the final period overcame a six point Meehaniesville lead and gave the visitors the game.
Putnam patriot., 1925-02-20
PARIS VISITORS

The Patriot has received copy of the Chicago Tribune and New York Daily News, Paris edition, dated January 30. In the "social world section of this paper appears an item as follows:
 "Mr. and Mrs. Arnold Huizinga of Thompson, Conn, and New York, with their daughter, have arrived in Paris from Canaes and are staying at the Chateau de Madrid"
Putnam patriot., 1925-02-20

James White is holding his own and gaining slowly at his home on South Main street, after being taken sud denly with a serious illness last Fri day evening.
Putnam patriot., 1925-02-20

Mrs. M. w keefe. left this morn ing for two weeks trip to New Haven, New York and Philadelphia. At New Haven she will spend a few days with her son, Edward, student there, then go on to New York and Philadelphia.