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Re-elect Hon. William r. Fet-
ger, Republican Candidate for
Judge of the Municipal Court

Hon. William R. Fetzer was born
on a farm in Vermillion township,
La Sale County, February II, 1878;
he was the son Of John W. and Clara
(Woodward) Fetzer; was educated in
the public schools, graduated from
Ottawa High school; spent two years
in the University Of Illinois, gradu-
ated in 1899 from the Northwestern
University Law department and was
admitted to the bar the same year;
after six months in law Office he be-
gan practice for himself; was APP
pointed Assistant States Attorney Of
Cook County, honorably serving in
that capacity from 1909 to 1918.
He served with distinction as alder
man Of the old seventh ward after MAX
ing a splendid record as assistant
states attorney and served on all of
its prominent committees, was a
power for much good furthering legis-
1ation in the interest of all the people.
for the good of the citizens of Chicago.
He was elected Judge of the Munic-
ipal Court of this city in 1920 and has
made an untarnished reputation for
honesty and fairness in dealing out
evenhanded justice
Judge Fetzer is an honored member
of the following organizations and
clubs: Illinois Athletic, Hamilton,
Elks, the Masonic Bodies, Miriam
Chapter No. l, 0. E. s., Royal
Arcanum, Redmen, Moose, K. Of p,
Woodlawn Lodge No. 841; Jackson
Park Lodge No. 222, Woodlawn Com
mandery No. 76, Knights Templar, and
Shriner; he is a member Of Woodlawn
Park and University of Illinois Clubs
and the following Bar Associations:
American, Chicago, Lawyers and the
Illinois State.
To come right down to it there is
no doubt of his reelection as one of the
Judges of the Municipal Court of Chi
cago Tuesday, November 2, for he is
one of the most honorable judges of
that court and he will pass down in
history as one of the true friends of the
Afro-American race in Chicago.
Judge Fetzer has been endorsed by
the following organizations:
Local No. 703, Commission Drivers
Union, VIM Hanley, Sec
Local No. 705, Truck Drivers Union,
Geo. Kidd, Sec.-Treas.
Local No zoo, Newspaper Drivers
Union, Bernard Logan, Sec.-Treas.
Local No 40, Packing House Team
sters Union, John O'Brien, Sec.-Treas.
Local No. 712, Laundry & Dye
House Drivers Union, Jno. Clay, Sec
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Local No. 721. General Transfers,
Phil -Schugh, Sec.-Treas.
Local No. 722, Furniture Drivers
Union, A. J. Reed, Sec.-Treas.
Local No. 723, Soda & Mineral
Drivers Union, Jerry Donovan, Sec
Treas.
Local No. TT, Auto Livery Chauf-
feur's Union, w. ]. Kerrigan, Sec
Treas.
Local No. 733, Public Service Team
sters Union, Jerry Donovan, Sec
Treas.
Local No. 734, Bakery Driver:
Union, John Salstrom, Sec.-Treas.
Local No. 735, Grease Transfers
Union, Arthur Schultz, Sec.-Treas.
Local No. 738, Piano Movers Union
s. B. Johnson. Sec-Treas.
Local No. 73o, State Railway Driv-
ers Union. c. " Cucci, Sec Treas.
Local No. 742, South Chicago Team
sters Union. Fred Groth, Sec.-Treas.
Putnam patriot., 1926-01-29
FORMER CASHIER TO BE IN HARTFORD FEBRUARY Is FOR QUESTIONING OF CREDITORS, HOLCOMB
 COMMITTEE, AND RECEIVER OF BANK
Dividend of per Cent S6o369, Recommended By Trustee
 Bankrupt Estate Allowed Claims

\ vrit of habeas corpus, signed by Judge Thomas of the |. '. Dis trict court at Hartford has been sent 10 Atlanta. Ga, to be served on the warden of the Federal prison to al low C Harold Gilpatric. former state treasurer and cashier of the First National Bank of Putnam. to be pre- sented in Hartford, Monday, Febru- ary l5, before Saul Berman, referee in bankruptcy, so that Gilpatric may be examined by creditors of his bank rupt estate.
 In addition to the writ check for S1,000 was prepared by the trustee of the estate which was necessary to defray the expenses of the transfer of Gilpatrie Co Connecticut
 Others to Question
 During the interim between the present time and the time when Cit patric will be presented the expert accountants employed by the Holeomt committee to make an investigation of the state treasury accounts wit have made considerable progress and will be in q position to question Gil patric intelligently. Receiver Coffin of the First National Bank, fl k un. derstoOd. will also question the for mer cashier of that defunct institu- tion.
 The money to defray expenses will be used for the transportation and
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board of Gilpatric and the necessary Ruards from the federal prison 1t Is considered likely that he will be confined in the state prison at We thetsiield during hts stay in Connec- ticut.
 \ meeting of the creditors of the bankrupt estate was held in Hartford. Thursday and claims amounting to ss62 .56I were approved by the ref cree. The trustee of the estate recom- mended dividened of seven per cent amounting to S60 .369
 Estates Condition
 The trustee reported cash on hand to be S73 .36al0. and the amount of Che dividen declared amounts to Ss0- 369.4S.
 In addition to the approved claims as presented by creditors, Referee Berman allowed $2,000 fee of Law renee A. Howard. counsel for the trustee. which leaves balance on hand of approximately Sl0,000. From this will be deducted the fees of the referee and trustee. and also the amount of S .000 for Il certified check for that amount. which will be for warded to the warden at the federal peniteHtiary at Atlanta, Georgia. to guarantee the expenses ef the bank rupt ex-state treasurer. who Is to he brought to Hartford next month for examination.
Putnam patriot., 1926-01-29
TO GET INFORMATION
 ON HOW TO REVALUE

err from oat of Putnam present to ialk oH the question.
 The present committee s the result of action by the board oi directors of Che Putnam Chamber of Commerce. and by the Putnam Rotary Club Both organizations took uu the matter of reValuation and equalization seriously at about Che same time.
 Al a meeting two weeks ago the di- reetors If the Chamber ef Commerce passed vote requesting the president to appoint three members of the Chamber of Commerce as members of general committee, request the ko- tary Club to appoint three members the mayor to appoint three members of the common council. and request the board of selectmen, board of asses sors, and board of relief to become members of a general committee to devise plan for property revaluation and equalization. At it's meeting last Monday evening at the Putnam Inn, President GeCoudres announced the general committee as follows;
 General Committee
 Assessors, Ernest B. Kent. Arthur Iourtellotte, ulric Beaus0leli.
 Board of Relief. Frederick w. Sew ard, Frank II Smith, Oscar Dugas.
 Selectmen, Clarence F. Pierce, Will liam P Warren. Edward Girard.
 Common Council, Mayor Chapde- laine. E.C. Rogers. Charles Richard.
 Rotary Club, Samuel Reynolds, Judge M. IL Geissler, W. J. Bartlett.
 Chamber of Commerce, Judge Y. Y. Russell, Chester F. Elliott, Leon N- V alker
 President deCoudres was elected ex- oficio a member and was made chair man of the committee.
 From the names of committee mem- hefs and the interest shown in this first meeting, it seems safe to assume that the plan for which the committee was appointed will be worked out.
Putnam patriot., 1926-01-29
lmpoRTANT MEETING
Parliamentary Law Win Be Studied
 Next Friday

The Putnam League of Women Voters, in cooperation with the Put nam Parent Teachers Association, will hold an all day school. for the study of parliamentary law on Friday, February ,, at Odd Fellows hall, Put nam. Mrs. George Twigg, president of the Putnam League of Women Vot- CTS, and Mrs. Walter W. Rich, presi- dent of the Putnam Parent-Teachers' Association. will conduct the meetings.
 Mrs. James E. Cheeseman of Proyi- dence, who for many years has been active in the Women's Clubs and Par Teachers Associations of Rhode Island, and who is now regional direct or of the New England states for the National League of Women Voters, will conduct the school.
 Mrs. Cheeseman Is well qualified in parliamentary procedure, having studied 1t for years, and having serv- ed at large conventions as parliament tarian. Any person in Putnam or the surrounding towns, who wishes to attend the school. is cordially invited to do so.
 A special invitation is extended to the ten Leagues of Women Voters in Windaam county as well as to the members of the Parent Teachers As soeiations in the county.
Putnam patriot., 1926-01-29
INNOVATION FOR
 VALENTINE TEA
Special Singing, Dancing and Musical Acts For High
 Class Cabaret
Elks Hall. Saturday. February I3,
 Afternoon and Evening

The Valentine Tea. an annual af= fair of the Woman's Board of the Day Kimball hospital, will be held Elks' hall. Elks' block, Main street. The proceeds are for the benefit of the hospital. A number of mneva= tions will be introduced this year.
 A commission booth from which the hospital will derive twenty per cent on all articles sold will be q feature. Those having articles, who wish t1 take advantage of this opportunity Co dispose of them, are requested to com munieate with Mrs (. William John. son of Pomfret, booth chairman, tele- phone 742-4.
 There will be fortune tcllers imper- sonated by Mrs. Joseph Michel. chair man, Mrs Harry Prentice, Miss Mar. ion Warren and others.
 A Punch and Judy show will be in charge of the Howe Marot school
 The cabaret supper and dance will be an especially attractive feature including special dancing. singing and musical acts.
 Booth Committees
 The booth committees are as fol lows: Candy-Mrs. s. E. Overlook chairman, Mrs. Gladys Wicks, Mrs Nathan Weed and Mrs. Natalie liar. ris. Flowers-Mrs. Herbert Bowen chairman, Mrs. Luis DeFlores, Mrs Sherman Whipple. Webster, Charles Swain and Louis Ream Fancy work Mrs Silas Mheelock. chairman, Mrs Alfred Reed. Danielsnn. Mrs. Herbert J Smith Food table Mrs. George Bradley. chairmau, Mrs. George l., Sampson Woodstock, Mrs. Sydney Bard. Brooklyn. Books Miss Flor euee Wiley. Thompson. chairman. as- sisted bF EFic BaHt Valentines and lish pond Miss Elizabeth Raferty 3Iss Elizabeth Nbeeloek.
 Afternoon tea VIII be ia charge of Miss sarah Crosby chairman. Ms. Lucy Omey Mss Edith Sheldon Thom Hs1n. with 8 corps of attractive waitresses.
 Supper and Dancing
 Supper Mrs John Bates. chair man. Mrs ArthH Metcaif. Mrs Hi Mrs. George Butts and Mrs Georg, Young, Woodstock. Mrs Florence Watson. Thompson. Mrs. Harry Por ter and Mrs kenWorthv of Danieisan
 Dancing Mrs Charles CusbnlaH Pomfret, chairman, Miss Virginia FL liott and Miss Mary Bradford. Thomp son, and Miss Sylvia Wheeloek, Put nam.
Putnam patriot., 1926-01-29
MISS PHEBE k. BEARD
 DIES IN FOOCHOW
Daughter of Dr. and Mrs. w. L. Beard Was Graduate of
 Putnam High School
Mother Returning From U. s. Arriv ,s
 Day Before Death

Miss Phebe K. Beard, oldest daugh- ter of Dr. and Mrs. w l.. Beard, a graduate of the Putnam High school. rlass of 1915. died suddenly in Foo chow. China, December 22rd. day after her mother arrived in China from the United States The news of the death was received in Putnam this week by Miss Boards aunt and uncle. Miss Emma Kinney and Ebert Kinney. Center street.
 Miss Beard suffered a nervous breakdown about year ago and was forced to take a complete rest of several months She so far recovered that she returned to her work last fail but apparently she had not fully re covered her strength. and sudden re- currence of the former breakdown caused her death
 English and Chinese Funerals
 A funeral service in English was held at the Beard home in Fooehow, with a service in Chinese at the Wen Shen chapel connected with the Chi nese girls school. Both services were largely attended by Chinese and for eigners.
 Miss Boards mother was in Putnam for two days last November just be- fore returning to China. She sailed from San Francisco. November 2lst, and arrived in Foochow one day be- fore her daughter died. Word had been sent to Mrs. Beard at Shanghai of her daughters serious condition but she failed 10 receive the message and only learned of her daughters illness upon her arrival in Foochow
 Miss Beard k survived by her par ents. four sisters. Misses Geraldine, Marjorie and Kathleen, now in 0ber- lie College and Miss Dorothy, a teacher in Saginaw. Mich. and a brother. Gould Beard of Eastou. Pa. The family bqed for q time in Putnam and th children attended school here.
 Born In China
 Mfs- Beard was born in China June IS. Isg5 bat received her education in thIs country She attended the schools of Putnam and graduated from tho EHtuam High school in the class of 1915 She entered 0beriin College and grad aaaed after her four year course iH la1a
 After teaching school in Berlin. this state. for two years. Miss Beard re- turned to China in 1921 and became a teacher at the Wen Shen girls school of Foochaw. She was particularly we'll adapted to the work to which she had given her life She had a sympa- thetic understanding of the life of the Chinese girl. She was interested in the language and became SO proficient in its use that she could talk Chinese like a native.
 Life of Usefulness
 Miss Beard life had been con tinuous outpouring of good cheer and faithfulness and was an example of high conscientiousness in every detail of duty
 4 Chinese pastor said of her that her being taken at this time is not a mistake of Gods. IL was like a well trained gardener going into his garden to pick flowers He never picks a flower until it is just right for the use to which he wishes to put it.
 Miss Boards passing is q distinct loss to the Foochow mission.
Putnam patriot., 1926-01-29
Sixteen Members of General Committee to Plan Equal
 izalion al Meeting T. il deCoudres Elected Chairman
 Judge Geissler Secretary

sixteen of the nineteen members of q general committee engaged in form alatng n plan for the reyaluation and equalization of property values in tho town of Putnam for the purpose of taxation. met in the Chamber of Com meree rooms, Wednesday evening. Two of those absent were Judge r. r. Rus sell and l.. (. Rogers. both in Florida. The other member was unable to be present.
 It was most gratifying to those concerned that such interest was shown. The interest denoted by tn, full attendance was manifest during the meeting. There was considerable discussion of the problem confronting the committee after T. H. deCoudres who was chosen chairman, called tho meeting to order. NJ II. Geissler wal chosen secretary.
 Much of the discussion centered around whether the object could best be accomplished by experts on proper ty valuation from out of the city oi whether it could be accomplished bS citizens of Putnam or by a combina tion of both
 To Get Information
 T. II. deCoudres. Samuel Reynold. and Frank smith were appointed 2 committee to get information iron towns which have gone through a re valuation process, both by citizens of those towns and by those who have employed experts. Information iron experts themselves will also bc ob. tained. The meeting adjourned for q week, when it is hoped to have speak
Putnam patriot., 1926-01-29
One Day Institute on Woodstoek Hill
 Next Wednesday

The Windham County Farmers Association cooperating with the Quinebaug Valley Fruit Growers Association, the Connecticut Agricul- tural College Extension Service and the Worcester county (Mass.) Ex- tension Service, will hold one day institute in the vestry of the Congre- gational church, Woodstock Hill, Wednesday. February 3, with the fol- lowing program:
 1915 a. m.-Opening of the meet ing. H. B. Buell., president, C. V. F. .G. A.
 1920 a. m.-'Looking Ahead in the Fruit Business" r. L. Davis, county agent.
 1O.30 a. m.-"New ana Practical Ideas Brought Out at the Fall Fruit Meetings" W. II. Darrow, extension fruit specialist.
 1T.30 a. m.-Take up questions that have been sent in and also the order ing of spray material and fertilizers,
 12 co m.-Bring a box lunch. Cof- fee will be served.
 1.25 D. m.-J. Harold Esterbrooks presiding. Introduction of Mir. Cole and brief description of the orga- nization Mir. Cole represents.
 l.30 p. m.-"Why Carefully Pack ed Apples Win on the Market" F. F. Cole, formerly extension fruit special ist of the Massachusetts Agricultural College and at the present time mana ger of the Nashoba Fruit Producers Association, with headuarters at West Acton, Mass. Mir. Coles orRaniza- ton handles comparatively a large volume of fruit No fruit grower can afford to miss hearing this live and interesting address.
 2.30 D. m.-Question box
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LEAVE DOOR OPEN
Bremen Delayed By Improper Use
 of System

The fremen were misled Wednes- day evening when an alarm rung in from Box 36 registered 34 It was not due to any fault in the fire alarm system, but the person who pulled in the box closed the door thus breaking the circuit. The fire was in the chin ney of a house at 10 Powhatan street, owned by Anna Belisle and occupied by two families The alarm denoted a fire near F. NJ Leclair Cons Co. store and the firemen lost time by go- ing out of their way.
 In pulling in fire alarm. after pulling down the hook and letting 1t go, the box door should be left open, otherwise Che alarm will not sound the correct number.
 There was chimney fire at ii.40 Thursday morning in a house owned hS Napoleon Bonte, Mill street, occu- pied by four families. No damage.
Putnam patriot., 1926-01-29
ANNUAL MEETING OF
 B. & L. ASSOCIATION

At the annual meeting of the Put nam Building and Loan Association held in the Chamber of Commerce rooms, Tuesday evening, the report Of the secretary and treasurer was read and accepted and officers were elected as follows
 President, Alexander Gilman; vice presidents, John NJ. Dean, Ernest B, Kent. Walter J. Bartlett; secretary Nj. H. Geissler; treasurer, w. E, Moss; assistant secretary, Miss Elsie A. Gallant; assistant treasurer, Omcr J. Milot; board of management, Omer J. Milot, A. Newton Vaughn, Silas Nj. Wheelock, Oscar Dugas. Chester M. Elliott, Ray c. Bosworth. Herbert J. Smith; attorney, N. fl. Geissler.
Putnam patriot., 1926-01-29
ALL READY FOR THE
 OLD TIME FEDDLERS
Nine Entrants For Windhsm County Championship Con-
 test Monday Evening
Growing Interest Denotes Large Audi.
 enee to Greet Contestants


 The old-time fiddlers' contest at the Bradley Theatre next Monday night has developed the past week with new entrants seeking to gain the prizes awarded for the winners. Nine en- trants are now listed and II Is possi- ble that if the weather is favorable Herbert Mayotte. s3, of Webster. fa- ther Of the late Rev. Anselm Mayotte of Putnam, will take part. MT May otte will not enter the contest but will play several old-time numbers. He recently broadcasted from the Webster station. Those now listed to compete in the contest are:
 Henry Pray, 62 years of age, of Bal louville.
 Jerome Shippee. 60. Putnam,
 Joseph Suprenaut. 60, Putnam.
 George Oscar Ross. 65. Putnam.
 Gus Tetreault, 77, Putnam.
 George T. Whttemore, 60. Putnam.
 Jonathan Whitford. 63. Eastford.
 Wallace Aldrich. 55, Putnam.
 Eugene Cote, 63, Willimantic.
 The contest as arranged will require each fiddler to play three numbers, one number being Turkey in the Straw" There are three prize awards: First. a handsome silver loving cup and Sl5 in gold, offered by the SA Amusement Company; sec end. Si0 in gold. the purse being made up by The Patriot and 0bserv- CT: third. S5 gold piece The judges will be Postmaster Macdonald. John Morse. piolinist. and James H. Raf- ferry. at one time a fiddlee hmsef.
 Ever since the contest was anneanc- ed interest in the contest has grown and the ald-tim ITS will be greeted by q iaae and eHtha ia lie audience next Monday evening.
Putnam patriot., 1926-01-29
Habeas Corpus Writ To Return
 Gilpdt1ic Sef1f To AHantQ
APPEAL FOR FAMILY
 WITH EIGHT CHILDREN N

4 North Grosvenordale family ia which are eight children from two months to l4 years old Is in destitute circumstances and au appeal to aid them is being made Clothes and furniture are greatly needed Anyone having articles to meet this demand are request cd to call Miss Leary. 6l9-2, Put nam division
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ACCOUNTANTS TO BEGIN
 CHECK UP MONDAY

Members af the firm of account ants retained by Che Holcomb com mittee to make an investigation of state treasury affairs during the term of office of c. Harold Gilpatrie are ex- pected 10 arrive in Putnam, Monday, to begin d checking up of transactions of Gilpatric AS cashier of the First Ma tional Bank.
Putnam patriot., 1926-01-29
MASONIC CLUB NOTES

The first dance given bv the new Masonic club was held last Friday night in Odd Fellows hall It was very enjoyable affair. Music was furnished by Sharpe's orchestra and refreshments were served.
 The annual meeting of 'Ee Area nun Club Association, the holding association owning the former tsaT ner property where the Masonic q has its quarters, was held n the [ house. Monday evening. Tic byi were so amended that the nropeg now held fSr the use of the M club.
 Ralph l. Thurston was el3 trustee for five years.
Putnam patriot., 1926-01-29
ST. JOHNS CARNIVAL
 CLOSES WITH LARGE CROWD

The carnival that has been under way for the past few weeks by the St. Jean Baptiste Society came to a sue eessful close Saturday night with q large attendance. Many prizes were awarded.
 During the carnival ticket selling contest was held and the winners were announced Saturday night. They were: First, Lillian Beaudreault i; second. Estelle Beaudreault; third, Pauline Dusseault.
 The society Is appreciative of the liberal support afforded their venture and announce that it was a big sue cess in every way.
Putnam patriot., 1926-01-29
MORNING RADIO TALKS
 THROUGH FEB. AND MARCH

\ series of radio broadeastings from station WTIC. Hartford. begin ming Friday morning, February 5. at Il.l5 o'clock will prove of interest to those having radios and their friends Who may be invited in. The first speak CT will be Dr. Albert B. Meridith, State Commissioner of Education. who will speak on "The New Curriculum. Dr. Meridith needs no introduction in this county or state The series will include eight talks to be given at the same hour each Friday morning through February and March. arrang- ed by the Connecticut Congress of Parents and Teachers. It is request ed that comments be sent in by those who listen in. The full program will be announced next week.
Putnam patriot., 1926-01-29
CONGRATULATE (. A. C.

Eugene A. Rayno and ovila J. Au- ger. Putnam young men, write from Sarasota. Florida. eongratulating their officers and fellow members of the Canadian Athletic Club for the fine showing they made in securing fortv-t,vo new members. and wish the club every success.
Putnam patriot., 1926-01-29
Life of Usefulness
cHAUTAUoUA CLOSES

Swarthmore Winter Chautauaua came to a close at the high school hall Saturday afternoon. Three excellent programs were given. but the attend ance was not large. probably owing to local conditions.
Putnam patriot., 1926-01-29
NE FAIRS ASSOCIATION

The annual meeting of the New England Pains Association. compris- iHe an eff the leading fairs of New FHefand. ull be held Thursday, Feb raarF F attho Hotel Kimball, Spring fr.d
Putnam patriot., 1926-01-29
BROKEN WIRE. LIGHTS OUT

4 broken electric light wire near Young's corner. South Woodstock, put all of that section of Woodstock be- yond this point in darkness, last night. The breaking of the wire was due to the high wind. The electric light company was not notified of the trouble until seven o'clock this morn- ing. and the break was at once re- paired.
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Mr,. Paul s.. George of Wood.toeI

avenue pleasantly entertained the Friendly Club at whist last evening. Four tables were in play. The first prize vas won by Mrs. Armand Mag nan and the second prize by Mrs. Eu- gene DuroeheF Refreshments were served and music enjoyed during the evening