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Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-05-31
Pine Cone Club

The annual meeting of the Womans
Pine Cone Club was held at the home
of it's president, Mrs. Blanche Simon
son, Wednesday afternoon. The Off
GERS for the year were elected as fol-
lows: President. Mrs. Blanche Simon
son; vice president Mrs. Sadie Good
rich; secretary, Miss Dora Kinsley;
treasurer, Miss Winnie Stinchfield:
calendar committee. Mrs. Mabel L.
Osborne, Venie Stinchfield. Mrs. Nellie
Tapley. Miss Dora kinSley; social
committee, Mrs. Nellie Tapley, Mrs.
Sadie Goodrich. Mrs.. Grace Stratton,
Mrs. Nina Gibson: roll call. miscella-
neous; secretary's and treasurers re-
port for the year were read and ac-
cepted. Several communications were
read. One new member was AIDED to
the club, Mrs. Nina Gibson. The goth
of June club picnic will be held at
the home of Mrs. Nenie Stinchfield
Members present were Mrs. Mabel Os-
borne, Mrs. Venie Stinchfield, Mrs
Sadie Goodrich, Miss Dora Kinsley,
Mrs. Nina Gibson and the hostess,
Mrs. Simonson. Delicious refresh
ments were served.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-05-31
STATE HOUSE
Council Friday June a. at 10 A. NJ

Brownville. medical examiner; Albert
Greenlaw of Eastport, member of the
public utilities commission; James S.
Wentworth of Lebanon, trial justice;
ARENAS Weatherbee of Lincoln, dis
closure commissioner. w. G. Hilton Of
st. Adams, trial justice.
= ecember-Willard Ii. Bunker of
Calais. medical examiner; Willis E.
Roberts, Judge of the Brunswick NIL
nicipal court; Nina Drummond Smart
of Portland, trustee of the Maine In
stitution for the Blind: MEs. John y.
Thompson of Portland, trustee of the
Maine General Hospital: Eugene M.
Richards of Princeton. trial Justice:
John A. Snow, judge of the Biddeford
municipal court: Oliver B. Clason. re-
corder of the Gardiner municipal
court; Nichols Fessenden of Fort
Fairfield, trial justice; DR.. Augustus
o. Thomas of Augusta, member of the
State board of voca tional education;
Fred F. Spear of Limestone. trial JUS
tice; Harriet Ledyard, John Shaw.
Mrs. Verne B. Bimsen and Nelson L.
Jackson, trustees of the Bath Mill
tary and Naval Orphan Asylum.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-05-31

In 1.-THE Secret Spring" Para
mount picture which comes to the
Opera House today. we are promised
a luxurious modern melodrama, story
of court intrigue, tale Of love. devo-
ton and self-sacrifce, and last but not
least, glimpse Of Paris as 1t really is.
All of which sounds like a mighty
big order to fill until one is reminded
that THE Secret Spring" was "shot"
right in the heart of Frances capital
city. A group of French artists under
the direction of Leonce Perret.
Evelyn Brent-a missing jewel-a
battle in the dark-a race between the
girl, the jewel thief and the hero
the heights of society garden party
the depths of New York gambling
den-these are few of the flashing
lights that shoot through THE Inn
poster" F. B. O.'s latest release,
which will be the second feature for
the first day. Miss Brent's remark
able versatility Is displayed to the ut
most in this tense drama, which was
adapted by Ewart Adamson from Cliff
ford Towards story, and Director
Chef Whitney has maintained all the
original thrill and suspense in concen-
trated form on the screen.
Brent will flock to see the vivacious
safe to say that none Of them will be
disappointed. Swift. searching cross
sections of the high and low spots of
life, adroitly balanced by deft touches
OF comedy action. mark this as one of
the plays of the year.
Embellished with all the gymnastlc
gyrations and high and lofty tumbling
of Daring Dick Talmadge, THE Night
Patrol" a thrilling crook melodrama
OF the underworld, comes to the Opera
House on Tuesday. The story differs
materially from many of the previous
Talmadge vehicles, and provides the
star with a colorful role in which he
is seen as the heroic policeman. Frank
Howard Clark wrote both the original
and the continuity. while Mason Noel
directed the production. Gladys HUI
lette gives Mr.. Talmadge fine support
In the part of Louise Hollister, whose
n -do-well brother is sentenced to the
electric chair and finally rescued from
the clutches of death by the redoubt-
able Richard. The rest of the cast,
which includes Mary Carr, GRANGE
Darmond, Victor Dillingham; and 9TH
ers, is excellent
Surrounded by sterling cast the
like Of which has not been seen in mo-
ton pictures this long time, Dorothy
Drew. a diminutive and svelte little
actress, steps from the background of
obscurity into the bright white lights
OF screen fame in her first starring
vehicle for Ell-Bee Pictures, entitled
Defend Yourself" the other feature
film tomorrow. and 1t has been her.
aided by West Coast critics as one of
the finest performances ever given by
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-05-31

q young actress. Defend Yourself"
proves a particularly fortunate vehicle
for her talents, and she is ably sup
ported by Miss Du Pont. Sheldon Lewis
and Bob Ellis in the leading roles. Pol
ly Moran, Dick Hatton and John Dillon
are others who give excellent support
to the star, and Director Dell Hender-
son has put vivid story by Frank
Beresford on the screen in magnificent
fashion.
Claire Windsor long identified
with dramatic roles, has lately turn
ed coincidence. In Dance Madness"
she had charming comedy role and
in "Money Talks" the Metro-G Gold
wyn- Mayer comedy coming to the
Opera House. Wednesday, she is
again seen in an amusing role. Owen
Moore is appearing opposite her.
From the role of the Prodigal Son
of Biblical times to that of a pres
ent day jockey is bridging quite a
gap in the matter of Characterization,
but William Collier, Jr., popular
Paramount player, has spanned it.
THE Rainmaker" features his as d
Jockey. THE Wandered" presented
him as the Prodigal Son. This COL
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-05-31

ments which have been taught Of
ficers at the police school.
Expense accounts should be In
the office on the first and third
Monday of each month. Expense ac-
counts must be forwarded promptly.
No account will be approved receiv-
eli at this office 80 days late.
DAILY report sheets must be for
warded to reach headquarters not
later than Monday of this week.
"Oficers will report mileage each
day, using the left margin of daily
report for mileage of day and the
right margin for the record OF the
total mileage, thus-114 miles COW
cred for the day, speedometer read
ing, 1884.
"Where schedule requires time
stamps to be used. the officer will
use the time stamp whenever ne
passes garage, a postoffice listed. He
will not tamper or change the
stamp in any way.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-05-31
READFIELD

DEPOT-Members of the Commu-
nifty Club and Community whist
were delightfully."- entertained We'd
nesday afternoon by Mrs. Elizabeth
Baker and Mrs. Frances Jones, Lew
iston. Ladies attended the theater in
the afternoon. AT 7.30 they were
Joined by the gentlemen at Mrs.
Bakers, where a delicious dinner
was served to 40 guests. Dining
room and tables were prettily deco
rated with crepe streamers and flow
ers After the bountiful repast, the
Club adjourned to Mrs. Frances
Jones' apartments, where whist was
enjoyed. Mrs. Emma Gordon and
Charles Fifield captured first prizes;
Mrs. Leonora Leeman and Ruel
Adams. consultations. DR.. Sawyer or
Lewiston sang some very fine solos,
Mrs. Starbird accompanist; all Joined
in singing old favorites. Then good
nights were said. after one Of the
jolliest parties of the season.
Ladies' Aid met Thursday, May
81, with Mrs. Carl Bigelow. There
were 10 present and one visitor. A
fine dinner was served at the usual
hour; sewing, followed by business
meeting. Committees chosen We're,
buying, Mrs. Nellie Brown; cutting,
Mrs. Essie Shattuck; selling, Mrs.
Myrtle Townsend; entertainment,
Mrs. Lillian Newton, Mrs. Ethel
Whitcomb, Miss Grace Ingham, Mrs.
Minnie McKinnon; flower, Mrs.
Nellie Brown; music, Mrs. IneZ Wy
man; visiting. Mrs. Annie Leavitt,
Mrs. Grace Bigelow. Mrs. Gladys
Lane; fancy articles, Miss Alice
Hutchinson.
Mr.. and Mrs. Carl Bigelow were
guests. Friday, of Mrs. S. NJ. Greeley.
Recent guests of the Bigelow fam
lily were Mrs. E. NJ. Greeley and son,
Arthur Jr., of Auburn, for the week
end, Mr.. and Mrs. Homer Larrabee,
Auburn, Sunday, Mr.. and Mrs. Lester
w. Clark, Hallowell.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-05-31
Highway Chief in
Additional Orders
To His PatrOlmen

General Orders No. s issued by
Arthur H. Field, chief of the state
highway police, says that patrolman
will be allowed the sum of so cents
daily when on patrol. and If 1t be-
comes necessary to procure a lunch
away from his home city or town
and all necessary expenses of MAIN
tanning his motorcycle such as gas
and oil. and for such expense, a
voucher will be required.
when detailed on special duty
actual expenses will be paid" con-
-tinues the orders.
"Only reasonable expense will be
allowed.
No officer will be permitted to
contract any bills chargeable to the
department except on a written or
der by the chief or commissioned
officers in charge at headquarters.
captain or lieutenants. In cases of
emergency officers may pay for re-
pairs and charge the same on a reg
ular expense account. Charges must
not be made for ordinary adjust
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-05-31
LIBERTY
Parent. Teacher Assn Orqanized

Farent. eacner Ass n organized
A group of representative citizens,
including the teachers of the Village
schools, met at the community hall
on the evening of May Is and or
ganized Parent Teacher Associ-
alton. The following officers were
elected: President, Mrs. Ella Grin
nell: vice president, Mrs. Ivanella
Knowlton; secretary, Mrs. Media w.
Hartman; treasurer, Clarence
Lyond. The following committees
were also chosen: Program, Mrs.
Jane Mathieson, Mrs. Almatia Vose,
Mrs. Fred Foye. Membership, Mrs.
Belle Knowlton, Mrs. Gertrude Colby,
Mrs. Ella McCurdy. Social, Mrs.
Jessie Walker, Mrs. Lizzie Knowlton,
Mrs. Finis Ludwick. Publicity. Mrs.
Jennie Vose., Miss Nettie Hurd, Mrs.
Hazel Adams.
The meetings are to be held the
second Thursday of each month.
The next meeting, on June 10, is to
be citizens meeting, and everyone
is cordially invited to attend. The
topics Of the evening are THE Aims
and Purposes Of the Parent Teacher
Association" and a talk on play
ground Apparatus"
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-05-31
BELGRADE

JAMAICA POINT-D. NJ. Marshall
recently sold a fine registered Gurn-
sey bull to e. l. Lunn and son of
Waterville.
Coridan Mosher of Oakland has
arrived at Jamaica Point, where he
will be employed as a guide for the
summer months.
Frank Bickford, guide from Bel
grade Lakes, was a caller on Roland
Bickford last Tuesday.
Spellman Marshall of Portland has
arrived and secured employment for
the summer months at Jamaica
Point Hotel. Mr.. Marshall intends to
enter the U. of M. this fall.
Mr.. and Mrs. d. NJ. Marshall were
IN Oakland. Wednesday evening, at
tending the dedication of, the new
High school building.
Or. A. E. Kraft OF Brooklyn. N.
T., caught a fine trout and one
salmon. Thursday. Each of them
weighing two and one-half pounds.
Mr.. and Mrs. L. A. Whitney and
FAMILY have returned from Boston,
where they have been passing several
days.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-05-31
Screen Offerings for the Week
Film Features for
Week of May 31st

MONDAY - 1.-THE Seer
Spring." special cast. and 1.-THE
Imposter," Evelyn Brent.
TUESDAY-"The Night Pa
troll" Richard Talmadge; De
fend Yourself" Sheldon Lewis
and Dorothy Drew.
WE NE S D A Y-"Money
Talks" Metro Goldwyp Special
cast, including Claire Windsor,
1.-The Rainmaker," with William
Collier. Jr.
THURSDAY-"Bright Lights"
Metro Goldwyn special cast;
mile. Modesto" Corrine Griffith.
FRlDAY-"The Palm Beach
Girl" Bebe Daniels; "Under
Western Skies" Norman Kerry.
SATURDAY - "Steel Prefer
red," William Boyd, Vera Rey-
nolds; "Winking Idol No. g."
Serial, Farce Please" Comedy.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-05-31
State House Chat

Mrs. Mary Aiken, chief clerk in the
State labor department. and Miss
Myrtle Hodgdon, chief clerk in the
State department of inland fisheries
and game, were delegates from the
Aubusta Business and Professional
Women's Clubs to the State conven-
ton of the organization held last
Friday and Saturday at Houlton.
Miss Audrey M. Hackett. steno-
grapher in the department of char
tiles and corrections, passed Sunday
at Readfield with her parents, Mr..
and Mrs, William Hackett.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-05-31
Snow Keeps Spuds
Of Aroostook Man
In Perfect Condition

Bangor, Ne, May 29-Arthur Ma
dore Of Van Buren,, Aroostook coun-
ty, was unable to finish his potato
harvesting last fall before snow
came, and was caught with about 20
rows undug when big storm set
in.
Other storms piled up drifts as
winter progressed. until s to IL feet
of snow covered the potatoes. But
this spring, when Madore went out
to see how hard his potatoes had
been frozen. he was surprised to
find them all in perfect con1ition--
40 barrels of them. which he sold at
once at S. a barrel.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-05-31
Prominent Maine
Mason Dies. ROckland

Rockland, Me-. May 29.-Albert
Mather. "a, 33d-degree Mason 90
affiliated with % fraternal organic
tions, died today. He was nauI
of Brooksville and he was In y
grocery business % years. follownJ
that with six years of service \
deputy collector of customs. =.
He next tried his fortune In "
gold fields of Dutch Giana, but Y
work Melted him only a fair relu-
and still in quest of adventure
volunteered his services with
Dutch police in helping quell an =
surrection at Paramaribo. Tne NJ
bellion was of brief duration ana
returned to Rockland, where ne =
tablished himself as q florist. w
ing the Civil War he served ID
LIST Maine Sharpshooters.
He leaves his wife and
Harry A. Mather.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-05-31
Missing Milford
Maine Boy Found

Bangor, May 29.-Stewart L. =.
Glinchey. Jr., the eight-year-oia =,
who disappeared from his hons
Milford, has been located IN y, y,
City at the home of his aunt ~
C. L. Jones on Ohio street to WI M
he had journeyed alone after W.. ",
he considered parental difleIeGSl
The boy left home Weans'S nd
night after dark, spent tn1 n
hours asleep on the campus o. N
University of Maine at ofonU
resuming his tramp the loiiO'11
day. a
The disappsaranss Of lne "
caused alarm in the holns
searching parties worked insp ss,.bl
the shores of the river, n
lakes and the woods expecab ss
find a lifeless body. He nas
taken back to his home. -
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-05-31
WHiTEFIELD

Mrs. Blanche Gilman and Mrs.
Carrie Potter were callers at Mrs.
Arthur Merigold's, Thursday after
noon.
Mr.. and Mrs. Leo Mcdonald and
family and Edwin Malcomb of Wat
erville. We're week end guests of
Mr.. and Mrs. Paul King.
Mr.. and Mrs. Frank Tyler and MIS-.
Arthur Merigold were business call
ers in Gardiner, Friday.
Miss Gladys Lowell. teacher of
Carleton school. went to her home in
Dresden for the week END. ss,as
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-05-31
CLINTON

Among the business callers in Fair
field and Waterville Thursday were
Mrs. John Hubbard, Mrs. Gertrude
Proctor, daughter Jeanette and son
Edward John, Mrs. Fred Walker, Miss
JEANNE Campbell.
T. Thompson of Hartland was a
business caller in town Thursday.
Mrs. Ward Grant of Fairfield is
visiting at the home Of her parents,
street.
Mr.. and Mrs. Scott Burns, Mr.. and
Mrs. Lester Written and Miss Hazel
Hopkins motored to Winslow Thurs
evening calling on relatives and
friends.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-05-31
BELFAST
Funeral of Miss JuIiette A, Wicsa|

Funeral of Miss Juliette A. Wlsyh'
Funeral services were held SUI
day afternoon for Miss Juliette y
Wiggin, who retired from the pun
lie schools of Belfast in 1909 hava
taught for Al consecutive years. III
death occurred Friday at the al
of Sc. Rev William Vaughan was Y
Officiating clergyman and the beard
were Ben D. Field, Robert p. Chas'
Henry Clark and Scott Healey
Miss. Wiggin is survived by q na1
hew, John Cousens, president
Tufts College and niece, M
Newton Rose of Brookline, Mass
The condition of H. c. Buzz
president of the Maine Senate,
been a little more favorable for "
past "a hours, although 1t Is 81
grave. Senator BuZzell undervsf
a major operation > May % at "
Bradbury Memorial Hospital in 81
fast and few days ago pneumor
developed.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-05-31

ton, and there is humor that cannot
be equalled.
The cast, most notable one, in
cludes Vera Reynolds, William Boyd,
Hobart Bosworth. Charlie Murray,
Walter Long, Nigel Barrie, Helene
Sullivan, William V. Mong, and Ben
Turpin. James Hogan directed the
production.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-05-31
WCSH, Portland, 256
MONDAY, May 81

MONDAY, May 81
1880 A. NJ. Memorial day service,
Radio Parish church, Rev. H. O..
Hough.
1851 p. NJ. Washington time signal.
LOO =. NJ. Weather report; early
stocks; announcements.
LIS p. NJ. Noontime service auspices
First Baptist church, Portland.
$50 p. NJ. Stock market: grain mar
ket.
$40 +. NJ. Weather report; announce
mentS.
6.45 =. NJ. News of the day.
6.55 T. NJ. Childrens period.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-05-31
Opened for Traffic
OF Normal Weight

The State Highway Commission
announced Saturday that the fol-
lowing highways have been opened
for normal weight traffic; Presque
Isle to Ashland. Presque Isle to Car
ibou. Houlton to Danforth.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-05-31

BEANS CORNER - Jerry Ia!
was a business caller in Hartlar
Tuesday.
Mr.. and Mrs. Perley Bickford vra
in Skowhegan. Thursday.
Mr.. and Mrs. Lewis Salisbury vel
in Hartland, Thursday.
Mrs. Bertha Walker and NJ
Gertie Reilly and children, Of Harj
land, were visiting at Mr.. and I'M
Lewis Salisbury's, last Wednesds,I
Mr.. and Mrs. Jesse Larry sr'
children were callers in Hartlri'
Thursday.
Chester Croker was a bushes
caller in Hartland, last Wednesda,3
Olin Salisbury was in Harlan
Thursday.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-05-31
PITTSFIELD
Charles Dustin

Charles Dustin died s.,...
May %. and was buried McrSal'
Pittsfield, in the lot where nv
and two children are buried
/ am addressing this cornr...
ton to all the good people wv
membered him so iiberaliv ~
the last years of his life ana u 9
him comfortable and a. hsni .sA
possible in the condition Of nv, NJ n
The funds which were 40 WIN!
given will meet all the necesssss.l
the occasion, including his lass = 4
ness, nursing, medical atteras w
funeral. burial and marking stSea
his grave, and $50 for the pw,st s
and perpetual care of the lot /, !,
cemetery. and will leave a bs,..
of $125 or more.
AS one of the contributors q !.
fund your own wishes in rees,a'
the disposal of 1t will be gIadlv
ceived by me. II / had any srs.s.
ton to make it would be tbst =
town of Pittsfleld be annos, v
trustee Of this fund. that il M !
present deposited in the Pittss..|
National Bank and possibly ~.
invested according to Law, ana M M
income used for decoration ana ~
of his lot and that of his familv
WALTER g. MORRILL,.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-05-31

MONDAYS SILENT STATIONS.
All Chicago stations; All chr stations,
excl, cKAC. WIP, WIFI, WOO, WRc.
WEAO. WY, WFBC. XIII, voc.
webs. WHB. KPSN. WHAS. Weed,
WILD. WcAD.
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Compiled by United Press)
MONDAY, MAY 81

Memorial Days Best Features
WCAP, WEAF. WAR, KSD, Wcco.
WAN, WCAE, WSAI-Memoria
exercises.
WGN-lndianapolis Auto Races.
WEAF OOK-UP-"L' AMIGO Fritz"
kGo-Educational program.
Observation-Disclosures program.
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tStations arranged alphabetically BY cities.
All time schedules P. NJ, except that time
after Midnight is denoted by heavy figures.
FIRST column Daylight Saving Time. second
column Standard Time.)
New Britain herald., 1926-07-12
SENATOR MOSES
 GIVES TRIBUTE
Calls Weeks One Of N. HaInp,
 Shire'S Gifted Sons

Concord, \. H.. July 12 l1H - United States Senator George H. Moses, informed this morning of the death Of John W. Weeks former secretary of war, paid tribute 10 him as one of New Hampshirc's gifted sons
 John w. Weeks" his statement said, was given one Of the strongest men whom New Hampshire has given 10 the nation in this generation. His training at Annapolis served to fix more firmly the inherent good traits which he took from his New Hamp- shire ancestry and in every task which he essayed he made cmphati- cally good. He was ain exceptional ly successful business man, a most capable legislator and diligant ad- ministrative officer He literally wore himself out by hard work, His nature was one of the sweetest I have ever known. He was my friend for many years and We CooDerated often. One of his last acts was 10 prepare a memorandum for my Use. and I had thought, as he did that his native mountain air might prolong his days It is fitting that he should pass away. since it had to be, among the hills where he was born and New Hampshire will long remember him as one of the most gifted of her sons"
New Britain herald., 1926-07-12
Thomas Haugh

Playmates. and a large number of younger boys and girls were present Saturday afternoon, at the funeral Of Thomas Haugh. son of MT. and Mrs. Michael Haugh of 11& Black Rock avenue. The funeral was said 10 be the largest funeral accorded q child in some time.
 His popularity with the neighhors and other friends was proven by the large number of floral tributes hc TO- ceiyed. Special accommodation had 10 he made 10 take care of the flow CTS and the number in attendance at the funeral. Rev. Walter A. Me Cram of St. Mary's church officiat- od at services al the home and con- ducted the committal services at the grave al st. Mary's cemetery.
 The pail bearers were Joseph Kennedy, Kenneth stanton, John Mangan, Joseph Kelly Raymond Mcguire. Edward Mccarthy. Fred Mccarthy. The foregoing also car ried the flowers.
New Britain herald., 1926-07-12
MESSAGE OF SYMPATHY
President Coolidge Sends Telegram to Widow of Former Secretary John W. Weeks.

Paul Smiths, N Y, July l2 P'- message of sympathy was sent by President Coolidge today 10 Mrs, John w. Weeks, on the death of her husband.
 The passing of former Secretary Weeks" tho president said. means a great loss to all of us. I have known him since his first campaign for congress in 1904. he was one of the strong men in national public life as & member of the house and senate and later as secretary Of war. He has left an enviable record in all of these distinguished offices. II was with great regret that l accepted his resignation from my cabinet about a year ago. l mourn his loss because he was my personal friend and be- cause the unsellsh service to the country to which he devoted the best years of is life won for him the ad- miration and respect of the whole nation. Mrs Coolidge joins me in the expression of deepest sympathy for you and tho other members Of lis family and friends"