New Britain herald., 1928-02-20

| from . revolver in the opening at the base of the chimney. Yesterday Wagner went one better by firing . shotgun loaded with buckshot into the chimney which luckily did no damage to himself or the place where he aimed.
 Aged Residcnt Dios Anson Q. Perkins. 75. a resident of this city for over half century. died at 1O:45 o'clock Saturday night following an illness since February 1st with heart trouble. MT. Perkins was born in Litch- field October 27. 1851. the son of Lewis and Lucy (Merriman) Per- kins. He attended the schools of that town and came to Bristol at the age of 25 years, entering the employ of John Elton in the meat business. He later worked for Mar win Gaylor in a meat market at the north side and about 20 years ago entered business for himself near the uncas Hose House on North Main street. He retired eight years ago last December.
 MT. Perkins was always actively interested in the political affairs of the city, being an ardent member of the Jeffersonial party. He served as a member of the first board of bur- gesses under the old form of gov ernment here and also served on the board of selectmen. During the con- struction of the sewer beds in 1S94-5 was in charge of the work.
 Fraternally, he was member of Franklin lodge. A. F. and A. M., serving as master in 1888, and was the oldest living past master of the lodge. He was also a charter mem- ber of the Bristol lodge of Elks. member of Pequabuck Chapter, R. \. M, Ionic Council, k. and S. NJ. and two years ago was ono of the organizers of Ephraim Kirby Chap ter. Order of DeMolay. the name of the chapter being his suggestion.
 MT. Perkins was also active in the affairs of Trinity Episcopal church. serving as a member of the vestry.
 Surviving are his wife. Mrs. Mary C. A. Perkins; 8 granddaughter, Miss Marion Daley. and one brother. Lester Perkins of Syracuse, N. Y.
 Funeral services will be held at 2 o'clock tomorrow afternoon at Trim ity Episcopal church. Rev. John Wilkins, rector, will officiate and the body will be placed in the vault at West cemetery for interment in tho spring. Members of Franklin lodge, A. F. and A. M.. will attend the funeral in a body and will exenplify the Masonic committal service at the church. Members selected from Ephraim Kirby Chapter will act as p6llbearers.
 Setback Tournament
 A meeting of G. A. Hadsell camp. U. s. w. w., and the Ladies' Auxil- iary will be held this evening in Ar canum hall. The local camp will entertain the setback team of w. l.. Hammond Camp of New Britain in the fifth sitting of tournament. The New Britain veterans are now leading by margin of four games. Returns From Vacation
 Rev. William P. Laf1in of St. Mat thew's church, Forestville, returned Saturday from months vacation in Havana, Cuba. He was accompanied on his trip by Rev. B. NJ. Donnclly of Hartford.
 To Install Officers
 Tho annual installation of officers of the Rev. T. J. keena Branch, Ancient Order of Hibernians, will be held tomorrow evening in Eagles hall on Meadow street. The exer- cises will be in charge of County President William F. Smithwick of this city. The officers to be in- stalled are as follows: President. Michael J. Reilly: vice-president. Thomas Sullivan; recording secre- tary. James J. McCusker: financial secretary. Michael J. Gubbins; treas urer. Thomas Moran: scrgeant-at- arms, Joseph Costello; sentinel. Patrick Foley; committee chairman, Patrick J. Cook.
 LOveland-POtter
 Miss Laura Sheldon Potter, daugh- ter of MT. and Mrs. Arthur Potter of East Main street. Forestville, and Myron E. Loveland, son of Mr. and Mrs. Nerve Loveland of Burlington avenue, this city were united in mar riage at 3:S0 o'clock Saturday aft ernoon at the Asbury Methodist church. The ceremony was per- formed by Dr. Warren r. Sheldon, D.D.. an uncle of the bride and Rev. William r. Davis, Jr., pastor of the church. The bride was attended by Miss Helen Loveland. a sister of the bridegroom. and F. Albert White. a cousin of the bride. served as best man. The wedding march was played by Mrs. Annie Grey Bree.
 Following an extended wedding trip, MT. and Mrs. Loveland will re- side on Burlington avenue.
 1ngrallam-HOdges
 Miss Eleanor Hodges. daughter of Mir. and Mrs. Arthur Hodges of Sum- mer street and Fred Ingraham of this city were married at o'clock Saturday afternoon at the home of the brides parents. The ceremony was performed by Rev. Charles H. Monbleau, pastor of the Advent Christian church.
 Following a wedding trip. Mir. and Mrs. 1ngraham will reside on Sum- nler street until April list, when they will go to Canada.
 Kcystoues Whts
 The keystones of this city. fol- lowing a losing streak of five games, basketball team Saturday evening at the Boys club by a score of 50 to