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Putnam patriot., 1929-05-23
COMMUNICATION

May l5, 1923.
 To the Editor of The Putnam Patriot: I wish to commend your splendid ed itorial in the May issue. entitled Pink Carnations and Common Sense, Tn reference to Mothers Day 1on asked in the ed 'torial How many Americans realize that the infant nor tality aste in this country Is higher than In any other civilized nation on the face of the globe2" 1 wonder, too, how many Americans realize that the Sheppard Towner Act. which was passed by Congress in 1921 with an annual appropriation of $l,240,O0O and which is operating in forty-five of our states for the promotion of the welfare and hygiene of maternity and infancy, expires on June 30th, l929g Unless the Sheppard-Towner Act is renewed, or legislation of similar scheme is enacted in our present Con gress, the work the act has accom- plished can not go forward. Since 1921 when the Sheppard Towner Act passed Congress, the "Children's Bu- reau" at Washington brings out the cheering fact that the infant death rate has been lower and that their re- port for 1927 shows the lowest death rate in the nations history-sixty-f five per 1000 births, as compared to sev- enty-six per 1000 births in 1921.
 Therefore, all citizens should help to continue this good work by eneour- aging our representatives and senators in the present Congress to work for the renewal of the Sheppard-Towne Act. thereby helping to raise the United States from the fourteenth place among the civilized nations of the world. in infant and maternal nor tHlity, which 1t now occupies.
 FLOYD TOMBSTONE,
 Woodstock.
Putnam patriot., 1929-05-23
Surprise Shower For
 Putnam High Graduate

Miss Pearl F.. Morse, n former graduate of the Putnam High School, now employed ut the Connecticut Az ricultural College, Storrs. was tender CT surprise party and shower at her home in Willimantic last Saturday evening in hcnor of her approaching marriage 10 Kenneth E. Parker of Springfield. Mass. The bride-to-be was presented with tray of silver and sum of money.
 A program of music was enjoyed which consisted of vocal selections by Mrs. Charles Buell. and Mrs. A. s. Walker, with Mrs. NJ. D. Lewis at the piano eornet solo by Dcnald Clark, accompanied by Mrs. Charles Clark, piano selection by Archie Mitchell and vocal solos by Miss Dorothy Ben nett with Miss Eleanor Crawford as aecompanist.
 Later in the evening games were played on the lawn Refreshments were served by Mrs E. E. Stevens and Mrs. k. B. Stevens, hostesses for the evening.
Putnam patriot., 1929-05-23

for the benefit of the whole community The administrative body acts without remuneraton the secretary only getting small salary and is deserving of the commendaon of all c for giving of their time and efforts for the benefit of all
 Less criticism and cooperation and perhaps little would these public spirited and them feel that their efforts appreciated It will usually be found that those who rcse and find fault with the Chamber of Com either do not support the organization wholly n- active in it's affairs Such gathering appeared the annual meeting encouraging to the officers and board of directors They will continue their efforts for another year. hoped will be able to point to industries year from If they not able to do it will be from lack interest or enthusiastic endeavor.
Putnam patriot., 1929-05-23
Saturday, May 18th, 1929

At P. M., standard time, in Wood stock Academy Hall, to act on the fol- lowing articles:
 Article 1. To choose a Moderator. Art. 2. To see if the Town will vote to send the 7th or Sth grades or both to the Academy for instruction.
 Art. 3. To see if the Town will vote to continue the school in Redhead dis trict.
 Art. 1. To see if the Town will vote to continue the school in English Neighborhood district.
 Art. 5. To see if the Town will ap- point Committee 10 investigate the advisability of creating a Board of Finance.
 Art. 6. To see if the Town will ac- cept a gift from Mir. F. R. Harris owner of the Deming property, so called, of S250.00 offered to the town upon the condition that the town ap. propriate an equal sum and expend the whole upon the repair of the high way leading from said Deming prop erty Co the Putnam line, with the un. derstanding that said work be done in 1929; and to see if the Town will ap. propriate the sum of $250.00 to be used with the sum offered by Mir. Har- ris for the repair of the highway leading from the Deming property tc the Putnam line
 GEORGE A. WETHERELI
 J. ALBERT ANDERSON
 LUTHER s. PLACE
 Selectmen. Dated at Woodstock, Connecticut May 16, 1929.
Putnam patriot., 1929-05-23
LUCKY NINE LOSES
 7-INNINc CONTEST

The Lucky Nine was not so lucky. The team lost it's second game of the season to Grosvenordale on Adams field last Sunday. The game went but seven innings when the visitors had a to lead. Lepire's pitching and the wonderful support he got won the game for the up-river team. Only two Lucky Nine batters con nected safely. Lefty Beaudreault and Ai Sponcey pitched good game Tor the Putnam outfit, with o. Beaudre receiving. No game has as yet been arranged for this week.
Putnam patriot., 1929-05-23
Begin Construction
 Pomfret-Brooklyn Road

The state highway department has a large force of men at work south ward from a point above the Haskell stand. Pomfrct. This means that work is now under way, and being rushed. on the stretch O. improved highway from near Pomfret railroad station to Brooklyn. In Brooklyn the new ad will connect with a new highway that has been built to Cam torbury Green and is being extended southwark
 When all parts of the highway are completed it will serve as an auxi- liary route from tidewater northward through Pomfret and Woodstock to Springfield and other points in Massa chusetts. This will relieve the pres ent congestion on the state road north from Norwich and New Lon don
Putnam patriot., 1929-05-23
Parade Formation
 In Town of Thompson

The formation of the Memorial Day parade in the town of Thompson has been announced as follows.
 Marshal, Canadienne Band, Guard Martial No 45. Guard of St. Theresa, color bearer, G. A. K. in auto mobiles, Spanish War Veterans, ]. E. Tourtellotte Camp No. 5 s. of V.., Oscar Swanson Post No. 67 American Legion, Women's Auxi- liary of the American Legion, Pine Cone Troop Girl Scouts, Mountain Laurel Troop Girl Scouts, Svea Bene- it Society. Luther league school children, citizens on foot, citizens in automobiles.
 The parade will form in front of No. 2 mill at 6.15 a. m. and will start promptly at GRO n n.
 C. A. SHAVER,
 Marshal.
Putnam patriot., 1929-05-23
ONE WAY OF GETTING TOGETHER

WYE for the present of popularity which amateur
 W entertainment enjoying at the present moment The Rotary Mnstres he Hoodoo and other thespian evenings all assemblages in the right direction. long time urged in this column the formation of choral club in Putnam Such organization does not merely raise the musical stand ards the community 1t has social result we'll There the county excellent voices and there trained musicians capable of leading the the formation of eessfu body of singers We have not of assem- bling social units which bring together all of socaled walks of life In amateur thearcas, music etc. talent com pines with training and unity of leads to cooperative result All such efforts benefit the community Moreover there financial result which frequently assists in the elimination of community needs.
Putnam patriot., 1929-05-23
ODD FELLOWS VISIT

Israel Putnam Lodge of Odd Fel- lows visited Quinebaug Lodge of Dan ielson. Tuesday evening, to witness the working of the second degree by the Danielson lodge degree team. Some of the cand dates were from Putnam. The final degree wil Dc exemplified at Central Village later in the month.
Putnam patriot., 1929-05-23
NOTICE

The Northeastern ConrActicut Fish and Game Club offers a reward of Ten Dollars (Sl0.00) Co the person con victing Hunter or Fisherman de- stroying any Farmers property with in the Towns of Putnam, Thompson, Woodstock, Pomfret, Eastford and Ashford.
 F. C. ROGERS,
 Putnam. Conn.,. President.
 C. F. WHITNEY,
 N. Grosvenordale, Conn, Sec'y. 1S-21
Putnam patriot., 1929-05-23
MONDAY EVENING. MAY 27, 1s2
 al n. m. Standard Time

OUtAfat AfAtN +fA'tttitH oA AAAN -fAeAtN- fH-' Building, Church street, said city on MONDAY EVENING. MAY 27, 1929
 at p. m. Standard Time to take action on the following mat ters:
 1. To see if the City will appro- priate the sum of $995.00 for the im- prcvement of Farrows street for a distance of 930 feet northerly of Florence street.
 2. To see if the City will appro- priate the sum of $2s0.00 for the in- stallation of t40 feet of eight inch sewer on Harrison street.
 2. To see if the City will appro priate the sum O. S995.00 for install. ling 300 feet of concrete curbing and gutter on Addison street, 400 feet of eurbing and gutter on Water street, souh of Bullock street and 100 feet of gutter on the east side of Farrews street south of Florence street. Also erading the streets where curbing IS laid.
 i. To see if the City will appro- nriate the sum cf S995.00 for the lay Ing of 210 feet of curbing, gutter, and drain on north side of Chapman street. west of Pleasant street and grading street where eurbing is laid. 5. To see if the City will appro- priate the sum of s2i5.00 for laying l30 feet of curbing and gutter on Buck street near Main street and grading street.
 G. To see if the City will appro- priate the sum of $29.05 to reimburse Thomas ]. Marlow fer one-half the cost of installing 83 feet of curbine on Farrows street.
 T. To see if the City will appro- priate the sum of S750.O0 for the use of Putnam Chapter Red Cross.
 8. To authorize the Common Council tc borrow such sum or sums of money to meet the appropriation as voted until such time as the taxes or assessments are collected.
 Q. To do any other business suit able at such meeting.
 CHAS. A. RICHARD,
 Mayor.
 THOS. P. RYAN,
 City Clerk. Dated May 2l, 1929. 21
Putnam patriot., 1929-05-23
COSMOS CLUB DANCE

The Cosmos Club held n successful dance at the Putnam Country Club, Thursday evenng. The proceeds will be devoted to the clubs activities.
Putnam patriot., 1929-05-23

Bullis-Do you think that mission aries help the heather anyg
 Wasey- Sure. They teach them to have only one wifel
Putnam patriot., 1929-05-23

FOR SALE-Two weeks old. Indian Runner Ducklings, matched under hen, at soc each. A. DIANI. Pom fret Center. Tel 274-2. 2O-21
Putnam patriot., 1929-05-23
FOR RENT

FOR RENT-Pasture About IF miles from Woodstock Hill. CARL JOHNSON, Coatney Hill, Star Route. Putnam, Conn. 20-2l FOR RENT-A number of good tene- ments in the Manhassett village. Rent Moderate. Apply PUTNAM LAND AND MILLS CO.,, s3 Canal street, Putnam. 1tf
Putnam patriot., 1929-05-23
WOODSTOCK TOWN MEETING

The legal voters of the Town of Woodstock are hereby warned to meet for a Special Town Meeting on
Putnam patriot., 1929-05-23
FOR SALE

FOR sALE-A house full of house hold goods for sale cheap. Bed steads. hair and silk floss mattress es. coal and gas ranges, Estay or gan. dulcimer, mable top side board. tables, bureaus, commodes, writing desk, chairs, dozen fru't jars and numerous other goods. Call at ' FREMONT ST., Putnam, before the 29th, any day after s.So a. m.
Putnam patriot., 1929-05-23
FOR sALE-Day old chicks. R. L

FOR sALE-Day old chicks. R. l. Red. Barred P. Rocks and White Leghorns. We carry 1000 breed CTS, all state tested for white diar- rhea and found almost free from this disease. These birds have been carefully culled and bred from first class utility stock continuously for twelve years and cant be beat as money makers. R. l. Reds and Bar red Rocks, S22 per 100; White Leg. horns. SIS per 100. Liberal dis count on large orders. Reduced prices after May 1. Free delivery. r. L. HERRICK, R. F. D. No. 1. Putnam, Conn. Telephone 615-4.
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Putnam patriot., 1929-05-23
FOR SALE

FOR SALE-Harnesses of all kinds; new and second hand. Express, dou- ble, and second hand pair team Livery street, Putnam. 20tf
 harnesses. PETER A. GARDNER,
Putnam patriot., 1929-05-23

FOR SALE-Household furniture. In very good condition. Reasonable price. Phone 336. 8tf
Putnam patriot., 1929-05-23

FOR SALE-Large size tricycle. Price SlO. Tel 991. 2lF
Putnam patriot., 1929-05-23
WANTED

= Ambitious, industrious person to introduce and supply the demand for Rawleigh Household Products in Putnam and other near by towns. $i50 to S400 a month or more clear profit. Rawleigh Methods get business everywhere. No selling experience required. We supply Products, Outfit, Sales and Service Methods--everything you need. Profits increase every month. Lowest prices; best values; most complete service. w. T. RAW LEIGH CO, Dept CU-552g, AL bany, N. '. lS-Zz
Putnam patriot., 1929-05-23
City Meeting

The Legal Voters of the City of Putnam are requested to meet in Special City Meeting at the Municipal Building, Church street, said city on
New Britain herald., 1929-08-21

man was driving toward Berlin and passed the constable, who was walk ing, near Upson's corner. He stop ped at the lunch cart near the un- derpass and his condition was mo- tlced by Kanupka. After investiga- ton he was arrested and taken to the New Britain police station. where he was locked up in lieu Of bonds. The case will be tried to- night in the Berlin court if the man is unable to furnish bonds by then. If he is released he will be tried next Tuesday night at the regular session of the court.
 East Berlin Items
 MT. and Mrs. R. B. Showalter of Alabama have returned to their home after an extended visit here as the guest of Mr. and Mrs. Will liam C. Shephard. Mir. Showalter who formerly was superintendent of the Berlin schools is director of the extension work for the University of Alabama.
 Mrs Wallace Kelsey and son Wal lace Jr, were out of town visitors today.
 The Wesleyans will hold a food sale Saturday afternoon on the Methodist church lawn.
 Walter II. Payne and daughter Barbara were Hartford visitors yes terday.
 Mrs. Charles Stevens and son charles Jr. returned to their home In New Jersey yesterday following visit here as the guests of Mrs. J. Rose Bclden.
 Mir. and Mrs, Leroy Noble have returned to their home in Buriin.- ton' Nt, after an extended visit with relatives in Cromwell Mir. Noble was former resident of West Cromwell and is well known here.
 The library will be open Friday afternoon for the exchange of books.
 The Fife and Drum corps will hold it's usual weekly rehearsal this evening at 7:3O o'clock at Commun- ity hall
 Interest in the approaching foot ball season has already been noticed and within a few weeks light prac- lce will pe started. Some of the la st years men are planning to hold a i light workout this Sunday. Although no definite announceWent has been made at this time it has been stadte that a team will be put into the field i this fall and that coaching will be ! done by an experienced football man who will be paid. It is expected that ! Royal Holmes will again pilot the organization.
 | There will be service at the Methodist church tomorrow evening at 7:3O o'clock under the leadership of Rev. l.. F.. Adkins.
New Britain herald., 1929-08-21

unable to rally because of poor health.
 Besides his mother, he is survived by four brothers, William and George Warlield of Plainville, Ralph Warfeld Of Bristol and James War field of Hartford, and one sister. Mrs, Florence Francis of Southing ton.
 Funeral services will be conduct d at 12 noon tomorrow at the chapel ill West cemetery by Rev. A. A. Ball pastor of the Plainyille NJ. E. church.
 Given License
 License and permission has been granted 10 the Connecticut Light X Power Co. to lay, install, and main tain pipes for the transmission of gas under the tracks and right of way of the Connecticut Railway X Lighting Co, lessor to the COnnec- ticut Co.,. at locations as follows: From or near the corner Of White Oak avenue and IIobson avenue to Woodford avenue extension and from or near White Oak avenue and Daily avenue to Woodford avenue ex- tension.
 The decd of permission and li- ccnse has been filed at the office Of the town clerk.
 Returns Home From Trip
 Miss Olive Ryder, daughter of Judge Merritt 0. Ryder. has return cd home from Europe, where she made tour of England, Scotland and Ireland. She made the return trip on the "BaItic."
 Miss Ryder had the pleasant ex- rericnce of seeing the entire royal family. She saw the king when he returned to London after resting in the country from his illness. Miss Ryder also visited Paris and was very much impressed by the sights she witnessed there.
 She reports a very pleasant trip and stated that she saw many beau tiful buildings of architectural value and other wonderful sights.
 Hastings to Be Tried
 Prosecutor Charles F. Conlil stated today that the case Of Fred Hastings, charged with reckless driv- ing, will be tried in the town court on Tuesday, Aug. 27. Mir, Hastings was involved in ar automobile acCi- dent some time ago. P,ainSilie Briefs Mrs. Melissa Cline of MidGlcburv Vt., is the guest of Mr. and Mrs. ( A. Bunncll of Broad street.
 Rev. l.. F, Frye end family ar, i spending q few days in Durham.
 Mr, and Mrs, Ralph B. Thral spent yesterday visiting in Shelton
 Rev. Thomas Rooney Of Crown ! Pa, is visiting his sisters, the Misse ! Rooney of Grown street.
 Mrs. Catherine Prior and famil, of Canal street have returned hom, after vlcatloning at Saybrook
 Thomas Prior has resumed his du ;iCs at the Plainville Trust Co.,, afte, enjoying his annual vacation.
 Odd Fellows Meeting
 SCquasscn lodge, l. o. o. F., wil i hold an important meeting tomorrow ! evening ct p. m. All members ar, urged to be present. Many import ant matters will come up at tn, i meeting.
New Britain herald., 1929-08-21
DRUNKEN AUTOPSY
 DRAWS HEAVY FINE
Admission Of Previous Arrest Costs Walter IVerS0n S10O
TAXIMAN'S CASE NOLLED
Purely Civil Matter, Lewis Says Lengthy Docket Disposed of-Ac- cident At Upson's Corner-Nolz- Corr Wedding-Driver Arrested.

The Berlin town court last night proved to be well versed in the pas life of Walter R. Iverson of IA Main street, New Britain, when he was brought before Judge George driving.
 Iverson was arrested by Constable Frank Brown last Saturday night after the youth had been followed Nby Brown from the Meriden towll line to the New Britain town line, where he was stopped and, upon examination, was found to be un- der the influence of liquor. Brown stated that Iverson staggered all over the road" and was in no con- dition to be allowed to drive a car
 Attorney Harry Ginsburg of New Britain, representing the lad. asked for leniency on the ground that his mother was in need of his financial aid. Judge Griswold stated that he would consider the fact and asked the boy if he had been arrested be fore. After some little while Iver- son, with q sheepish look on hls face, admitted that he had been ar rested for drunkenness about two years ago. Where? In the Berun town court.
 And then spoke the judge: "$1OO and costs''
 Sullivan Case Nollcd
 The charges against Michael Sui livan of 3S Curtis street, New Brit oi nd ;o oF |. lin street, New Haven. were nollr1 in court last night by Judge Gris- Wold. Prosecutor Charles F. Lewis asked for the nolle on the ground that there was no basis for criminal action the matter being purely a civil one. Neither men made Il statement regarding the case.
 Both men were arrested by Con- stable William Cole of East Berlin on Sunday afternoon following an accident at the underpass in Ken Slngton The New Haven car was turned over by the impact of the crash and the New Britain car was slightly damaged.
 Johnson Discharged
 Inc case Of Walter Johnson of New Britain. charged with reckless driving after he struck two lads on bicycle and then two others who were sitting on fence, sending them to the New Britain hospital with fractured legs, was nolled in court last night at the request of the prosecutor. Attorney Cyril Gaffney of New Britain made q statement that Johnson swerved 10 avoid hitting the lads on the bicycle and wont through the fence near the Willow Brook park. hitting Robert Skinner of Berlin and Donald Sheldon also of Berlin There was no evidence of speed in connection with the case and therc were no witnesses for the state Prosecutor Lewis stated that thor.. wore grounds for civil acticn but TO criminal action could be taken un- lor the circumSta nceS.
 Fined For Turnin~ Over
 Arthur Nagnuson of New Britain WIS fined S5 and costs on a chai gn Of rncklNsS driving He wos arrest . cd hv T"n~tnl,e Frarll RrcWn Cf Kcnsington last Saturday night after
New Britain herald., 1929-08-21
Drunken Driver Arrested

Milford Goupil of S4 Church street, New Britain, was arrested by Constable George Kanupka of Ken sington last night on a charge of drunken driving. The New Britain
New Britain herald., 1929-08-21
Bristol Ne,Ds
G0OD POSSIBILITY
 0F NEW Cl7Y HAIL.
Council Receives Offers to Buy
 Three City Properties
P0Ll!HG PLACE CHANGED
IovGl~ from tnCas ITrchouSc to
 North siic Schooi-Hrcault's Pro

novci~~ from tncaS I4rchousn to
 North Side Schooi-E}rcault's Pro-
 motion C9nG;m@,!-Ncw Building
 L!nc-Final City League Game.
 Prospects for a new city hall for Bristol loOmcd somewhat brighter today as the result of three offers made at a meeting of the city coun- cil last evening for certain proper tics now owned by the city. It is probable that the offers will be ac- Ccptcd and the tales conSummatcd within the next month.
 The first offer was received from George ". Hull of the real estate firm of C. W. and Mlliccnt r. Hull. who informed the city council that he had client who would be will irg to p"y the city $lO.0OO in cash for property located at tn" north- east corner Of Church and School streets. This piece of land has a frontage of "A feet on School street and 102 feet on Church street and extends across the Peaquabrck river, The cftcr was made, however, con tingent upon the right Of inc pur- chaser to place gasoline pumps on the School street side and stores on Church street. According to Mir. Full, the proposed building would have no basement but would be built on piers.
 The present building line of two and one-half feet on school street, Mr. Hull stated. would be aercea hle to his client for tho reason that the gasoline pumps would be set a con- siderable distance from the curbinc. It WAS brought out during the dis cussion that at the present timo there is no bptldirg line on Church
New Britain herald., 1929-08-21

The female bass is a veritable flapper, caring nothing for house. keeping. When she deposits the eggs she considers her work done and the male watches over the nest and looks after the young when they are matched.