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Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1930-04-12
nv vvrs Agricultural Teachers the Cood Farmers How to
A"' Combat the Destructive Boil Weevf OF Cotton

according to local interest and de-
.rnands. Usually q run down and
neglected farm is selected as the
site Of the demonstrations. The
entire countryside Is invited to gath
er at that particular farm. Glasses
are formed, forthwith, for improve
ment activities. One class, for ex-
ample, cleans. the dooryard, plants
flower seed and sets out trees and
shrubbery procured from neighbor-
ing woodlands. Its charge is to
beautify the home surroundings as
much as possible.
9 Another class builds a simple
poultry house. Another group Is
shown how to make durable white
wash and water paint, how to ap-
ply these materials and thus inn
prove the appearance Of the farm
buildings. Others prepare the land
and plant a vegetable garden. Small
fruit trees and berry bushes are
set out. -,
The rural nurse instructs mothers
in how to care for their children,
how to maintain the home in SAM
tary and healthful condition, what
foods to prepare and the simple
home remedies efficient when any OF
the family become sick. There are
many other classes in canning, can
ding eggs, terracing fields, weay-
ing, making rugs and fancy baskets,
soap making, lawn building and
From so to 100 or more students
attend each school. Subsequently,
they return to their homes and APP
ply. what they have learned In the
Improvement Of their. farms and
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1930-04-12

homes. It Is really wonderful to
note the changes which occur in ONE
of these Alabama communities af-
ter several visits OF the efficient
school on wheels. Shacks, squalor
and shiftlessness disappear as though
by magic as result Of the teach
ings of this emisSary OF better
standards Of living.
This travelling school has accomp-
lshed remarkable results In teach
ing the farmers to raise cotton sue
cessfully despite the regular raw
ages of the boil weevil, destructive
pest that collects more than $780,
100000 in tribute annually from
American cotton growers.
For many years now, Uncle Sam
has worked in active cooperation
with Tuskegee Institute, the notable
institution established by Booker T.
Washington. The Improvement Of
rural life for colored farmers has
been the laudable ambition Of this
persistent campaign which has paid
golden dividends in outstanding
achievements. -
Each day after the school Is ov-
er, all the students : both young
and old = play amusing games UNI
der competent direction. Volley ball,
tug Of war, foot racing, shoe racing
and other simple sports. The old
folks forget aches and infirmities
for the time being and enjoy the
contests and sports as thoroughly
as do their. youthful sons and
daughters. Educational motion pic
lures and photograph concerts in
the evening add enjoyable enter
tainment to the program.
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1930-04-12
By GENE DAY

y" rolling" here there and elsewhere carrying added
education and inspiration 10000 farmers annually
the Booker T. Washington motorized school one OF me
most successful missionaries of improved rural lie among
Booker T. Washington father of the admirable ldea
If travelling school wheels More than ~ years ago.
bis cherished scheme Matched into reality away down
South in the country sections of Alabama To begin Wth
demonstration wagon pulled by horse and plotted by an
aSntra expert toured state spreading its gospel Oh
hst+ farming and rural living conditions Meetings were
held in the smaller country communities Families came
from near and far learn about the messages oered by
fine touring agricultural missionary
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1930-04-12

could either purchase or build. A
farming expert, a woman demon
stration agent skilled in homemak-
ing science and a rural nurse COM
prise the corps Of instructors that
travel with the truck. A complete
portable motion picture outfit as
well as a photograph and many
records are carried for entertain
ment purposes.
This portable schools visits those
farming regions Of Alabama, in par
ticular, remote from the. railroad
where the inhabitants are more
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1930-04-12
Shacks, Squalor and Shiftlessness Disap-
peared With Magic Swiftness, as
Result of the Enlig htenment Re-
ceiyed From This Rowing
Dispenser of ''Readin',
Writin', and 'rithmetic

Year after year, this nomadic
school ramhed highways and
by-ways.. But eventually, the re-
lentless wear and tear Of Father
Time shunted it into the back
ground. It went to pieces like
the zone Hoss Shay"
This story tells how friends
and supporters rallied to Its aid
and started it again in its re-
markedly successful work
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1930-04-12

backward than usual about coming
forward in country life development.
In each hamlet or crossroads COM
munity as the case may be, the
school is held for from to 8 days
Putnam patriot., 1930-07-03
J. p. COATS HEAD
 EAST PUTNAM BOY
C. Bion Allen Retires After 48 Years of Service With
 Thread Company

G. Bion Allen. who was born in East Putnam, and who rose from n Junior clerk in the office of J. & P. Coats fR. Il Inc. Pawtueket, to the presidency of the concern, has re- signed. He retired from the com pany, Monday.
 At an early age Mr. Allen removed to Pawtueket and there he attended school He later attended the schools of Uxbridge. Mass Leaving his em- ployment in a grocery store in Paw tucket young Allen entered the office of the thread concern in June, 1882, taking the position so that he might attend high school nights. He had no idea of remaining with the thread concern. but from time to time took up various duties and responsibilities, finally taking supervision of the office.
 At the instance of Sir James Coats. who retired as president in 1900, MT. Allen began the task of learning the manufacturing end O. the business. At the time of the retirement of Al fred NJ. Coats. son of Sir James, as general manager in 1910, Mir Allen took over the duties of general man ager. He subsequently, became vice president and treasurer, remaining in charge as general manager and acting as director. He was elected presi- dent last year.
 if is MT. Aliens intention Co re- main al his home in Bristol High lands while regaining his health. It was due Go the condition of his health that he brought to a close his forty eight year service with the company.
Putnam patriot., 1930-07-03
PUTNAM NORWICH
 CONCRETE HIGHWAY

The project. announced a number of years ago, of having an all-con- crete highway from Putnam, via Dam ielson, to Norwich is steadily being advanced. At the present time there is only one break in the concrete route between Putnam and Danielson, a stretch within the town of Killingly from the bridge at Elmville to a point at the southern border of Attawaug- an, distance of something less than two miles. Three miles of concrete between Wauregan and Danielson will be completed this fall, in addi- ton to what is being built southward from Bishops crossing in the town of Plainfield into Jewett City, and the five additional miles to be built be- tween that place and Norwich on route l2. It Is regarded as not un- likely that the Putnam-Norwich con- crete road will be complete within two or three years.
Putnam patriot., 1930-07-03
Guilty in Second
 Degree Gets Life

Leon Trudeau of Webster was found guilty of second degree mur- der by a jury in the superior court at Worcester. Wednesday evening. He was immediately sentenced to life imprisonment. He took an appeal to the supremei court of errors.
 The case came to a sudden termin- ation. Tuesday. Trudeau did not take the stand. The jury was cautioned that this fact could not be used against him.
 Trudeau took the verdict without change of expression appearing on his face but he displayed violent fit of temper as he left the prisoners pen, slamming the door behind him.
 Trudeau was charged with murder ing his wife. Cecilia Trudeau, by strangling her with his hands, on Thompson road in Webster the night of February 22 last. The body was found early Sunday morning by milk men. Trudeau was later arrested and indicted by the grand jury. The trial lasted over a week.
Putnam patriot., 1930-07-03
GOVERNORS DAY SHOOT
 AT CAMP WOODSTOCK

Plans are being completed for the Governors Day shoot at Camp Wood stock on the shores of Black pond. It Is anticipated that Putnam will be largely represented as will most of the towns in Windham and Holland counties.
 There will be four events. The shooting will start at 10 a. n., d. s. f. The competitive silver loving cup. which was donated by Col Charles H. Allen four years ago, will again be the magnet that will draw many shoot CTS in competition, hoping to capture this coveted trophy A feature of the shoot will be one of Camp Wood stocks famous elambakes.
 Information concerning the shoot may be had from Herbert C. Bar stow of Rockville.
Putnam patriot., 1930-07-03
E. w. MULLAN AGAIN
 DISTRICT DEPUTY

Edward w. Mullan has been ap- pointed District Deputy of the Knights of Columbus for this district, including. Putnam. North Grosvenor- dale. Danielson and Wauregan. The appointment was received from State Deputy Mulligan this week and dates from the first of July.
 The office is not new one for Mir dullan. He served as District Deputy for five successive years and then re- tired. four years ago. after most successful administration. He has been a member of the order for the past fifteen years, has filled all the chairs in cargill Council and Is Past Grand Knight of the council He is also fourth degree member of the order.
Putnam patriot., 1930-07-03
 BODY FOUND IN
 GAS-FnLED ROOM
Herbert L. Dow, Auto Sales Manager, Commits Suicide
 in His Home
Masonic Funeral Today-Burisl in
 Peppereil

Herbert L. Dow, manager of the Putnam division of the Place Motor Sales Company, Bridge street, was found dead in the gas-filled bathroom of his home on Woodstock avenue about 300 o'clock Tuesday night. Medical Examiner Dr. F. A. Morrell was summoned and pronounced the death a suicide.
 The discovery of the tragedy was made by Mrs. Dow. her sister and brother-in-law, Mir. and Mrs. Burns. when they arrived at the home from an automobile trip to Milford, N. H. Upon reaching the house they found all doors and windows locked and the house in darkness. Mir. Burns, an elderly gentleman, raised the bath room window, which was found un- locked. He saw the body lying on the floor. A wave of deadly gas fumes was released by the opening of the window.
 Edward Duffey, friend of Mir Dow, was among the first on the scene. He entered the home and found the bath room door tightly closed and gas jet wide open.
 Mir. Dow was last seen alive Tues day afternoon when he was at his place of business. Employees of the company now recall that he seemed depressed and appeared somewhat confused. During the afternoon his office tried to reach the Dow home on the telephone There was no res ponse to the call. An investigation after the body was found disclosed that the telephone wire had been cut.
 Planned Vacation
 While Mir. Dow appeared in his usual state of health he had been working hard and said he needed a rest. He had made arrangements to start his vacation today. His tired mental and physical condition may have brought on it of despOndency. This is the only theory advanced for the suicide.
 Mir. Dow came to Putnam from Worcester several years ago and for the past two years has been manager of the Place Motor Company. Besides his wife he leaves his father and four children, Dorothy, Jane. Eugene and Richard.
 Mir. Dow was born in Lynn, Mass fl years ago. son of Mir. and Mrs John Locke Dow. A masonic funeral will be held in the Masonic Temple on Grove street this afternoon at 1.3O o'clock. Burial will be in Pepperell, Mass.
Putnam patriot., 1930-07-03
PUTNAM'S FIRST TOWN
 MEETING 75 YEARS AGO
Today Marks Anniversary of Incorporation Ending Six
 Years of Strife
Town Ha. Progressed.-Msde City
 in 1895

The town of Putnam is seventy five years old today. It is the young est town in Windham county, al- .bough it had an existence long be- Gore it was incorporated and was known as "Pomfret Factory" and later as "Quinebaug."
 In 1722 the first bridge was built !; the first grist mill was erected in l730. In 1906 0zias Wilkinson and bis sons came from Pawtucket and selected Cargill Falls as the site of inc first cotton mill in Connecticut.
 People poured in to the factory village. Nothing could have been more complex and manageable than the cluster of villages belonging to three distinct. independent towns, kl- lingly, Thompson and Woodstock.
 Many plans were suggested but mo- thing came of them. Finally project to form a distinct town was brought forward and met with a ready res ponse and influential support, includ- ing that of Edmond Wilkinson
 A public meeting was held and a committee appointed to lay the mat ter before the legislature in May 1S49. It was the purpose to show the difficulties of the situation and ask that the villages known as Pom fret Depot. Wilkinsonville, Rhodes vile. Ballouville and Morse's Village might be incorporated into. new town made from portions of killingly, Ponifret, and Thompson, and desig- mated Quinebaug. There was dras- tic opposition to the project. The strife continued for six years.
 Victory at Last
 Taking Putnam for the new name in 1854 the battle was renewed and ehampioned to victory. The final hearing was in May 1855, and excit- cd unusual interest throughout the state. The closing arguments and pleas were offered in one of the larg- est halls in Hartford. Six years of arduous conflict were rewarded by triumphant victory, and liberty to do embody as a distinct town was at length heartily accorded. Ringing of bells and booming cannon bore the joyful tidings to the inhabitants. The Fourth of July celebration had new and vital meaning to it's rejoicing par tieipants.
 The first town meeting was held in Quinebaug hall. July 3rd, 1S55. George Warren served as moderator. James w. Manning was chosen clerk and treasurer: George Warren, Hor- ace Seamans, Luther Hopkins, select men; Asa Cutler, agent of town de- posit fund and treasurer of the same Alanson Herandean, Moses Chandler, Erastus Torrey. Abel Dresser Jr., grand jurors; Abiel Clark. constable. Sign posts were ordered set up and suitable record books we're ordered.
 Adjustment Period
 After incorporation the town set to work to adjust the many perplex- ing questions which naturally con fronted new municipality just star ing forth on it's voyage of existence. Settlement with the three mother towns was amicahly effected within a few months. Nine and one half square miles and 1876 inhabitants had been taken from Thompson; sev- en and half square miles and 275 inhabitants from Killingly; three square miles and 16S inhabitants from Pomfret. The population of the new town was 2,3i9 of which about three
Putnam patriot., 1930-07-03
A FREIGHT TRAIN OVER MILE AND A HALF LONG

A freight train of is7 cars pass ed through Putnam on the Norwich & Worcester branch this week. IL established a record in this part of the country. The train was hauled by one of the large thirty five hundred type of locomotive. There are 1l0 freight cars to a mile. This train was therefore a mile and seven tenths long.
Putnam patriot., 1930-07-03
RUNS INTO STATE
 POLICE CAR-FINED

Richard Murdock, Pomfret, was ar- rested Saturday when a car he was driving crashed with a car from the Danielson state police barracks. He was at first ordered to appear in justice court at Pomfret. Later 1t was discovered that the accident hap pened over the town line in the town of Putnam. The defendant was there fore brought before the city court of Putnam, Tuesday morning. A fine of S10 was imposed after Murdock had entered 2 plea of guilty.
Putnam patriot., 1930-07-03
CITY WILL GET S2O34 PREMIUM ON BOND ISSUE
FOR THE HOSPITAL
 NURSES HOME FUND

First Event: Round Robin Ten his Tournament Friday, July 4th. Carolyn Hall," Ream Estate, Thompson--Two courts. Play starts io.30 A. Nj. Luncheon may be purchased on the grounds. Leon ard Swain. Pomfret, in charge of entries. Many have entered. En- tries received up to 9 a. m. Friday Entry Fee S100. Call Mir Swain, telephone $50. Suitable prize awards.
 Other Affairs
 Other sports events. dances, bridge parties and entertainments. being arranged. Dates will be an- nounced when fixed upon.
Putnam patriot., 1930-07-03
Eldridge & Co., Boston, High est Bidders.-Common Coun-
 cil Meets Tuesday Night
Firemen to Re Equipped.--To Install
 New Light

Bids for the S65, ,000 bond issue authorized at special city meeting for the improvement of the water works system were opened Tuesday afternoon. At a regular meeting of the common council. Tuesday evening, the bond issue was awarded to Eld- ridge x Company of Boston the high est bidder. Three bids were received. Eldridge & Company $103,13; E. II. Rollins X Sons. Boston, bid Si03.76; and the bid of H. L. Allen & Co.,, of New York was S102.39. The premium on the bonds amounts to $2,03d.50. The city win therefore receive $67,- 03450 for the issue. The bonds car " accrued interest at four and one half per cent from May fst.
 The report of the captain of police showed fourteen arrests during June fines and costs collected totalled S622.07: twelve store doors were found open; twenty-eight tramps were lodged.
 To Improve Property
 The city propvrty committee was authorized to have a new floor laid in fire headauarters, to purchase chairs and table and to have a light installed and the roof of No. hose house repaired.
 A. Varbedian. the lowest of three bidders. was awarded the contract for seventeen rubber coats at s5.75 each, eight pairs of rubber boots at S3.75 each for the fire department depart ment
 On recommendation Of Alderman Chadwick t was voted to install a atreet light at the east side of Main street, corner of Front street 1t was also decided to experiment in getting moro light by having the globes on treet lights removed If was stated that this important corner is dark.
 Chief Thurston stated that he at tended the New England Fire Chicfs convention at Rutland. Vt, last week adding, without any expense to th' city"
 lt was voted to send bill to th' state for the board of the Armenian kent for twenty-four days at th' police station on order of the cor oner. The amount of the charge | s3O.O7.
Putnam patriot., 1930-07-03
ANNOUNCE ENGAGEMENT

MT. and Mrs. Zito Guy of Mechan- ics street announce the engagement of their daughter, Miss Edmaer Guy, to Valmore Nj. LaPierre of Boston. Miss Guy is a graduate of Putnam high school. of the class of 1926. and at present is a teacher of the piano. Mir. LaPierre is engaged in radio work.
Putnam patriot., 1930-07-03
EXHIBIT TO CONTINUE

The public exhibition and sale of paintings by Beatrice Stevens at the Mad Halter in Pomfret has reused much interest and appreciation. It was intended ta show these pictures only during June, but the date of closing has been extended by request from July ist to July 10th.
Putnam patriot., 1930-07-03

fourths were included in the village.
 The town soon settled down to routine functioning and from time Co time improvements were made as the population increased. In 1895 the City of Putnam was incorporated that improvements might be had that were denied to towns.
 The town of Putnam is 75 years old {; the city 35 years old While the two entities function separately the citi- zens are united in purpose. At the present time the city and town are both in a healthy condition and the citizens are united in determina- ton to bring about future progress.
Putnam patriot., 1930-07-03
BOY SCOUTS OPEN
 CAMP SUNDAY
Four Weeks Period.-Two For Cirls.-Visitors Allowed
 Sundays Only
What Boys Should Tske.--Fuli Days
 Program

St. Mary's Boy Scouts Camp on the shore of Laurel pond, North Wood stock, will become active next Sun day. It will be the opening day of the camp the Scouts purchased last fall and have since improved to meet their requirements. There will be a gust second. After this there will be two weeks camping period for the girls of St. Mary's parish. It is em- phasized that the only visiting days at the camp will be Sundays.
 Among the outstanding features will be the presence at the camp on the 21st of Bandmaster Theron Per kins of Boston, one of the leading bandmasters of the east. The Boy Scouts Band will be in camp at that time and will receive special instruc- tion from this noted band leader. Dam iel English, the outstanding drummer of the United States, will also be at camp the first and third week. He has met and defeated the leading drummers of the country, and will give instructions.
 The Scouts will go to camp in re- lays of approximately SO boys. Since the property was purchased a great deal of work has been done and the result is an ideal camp with oppor- tunity for all kinds of outdoor sports, including aquatic events.
 Should Take
 The following are enumerated as things boys should take: Two sets underwear; scout uniform; set of shorts; pair heavy shoes; pair of sneakers; bathing suit and pajamas !; jackknife; hatchet; hashlight; scout manual: mess kit. tooth brush, cake soap; comb; two bath towels; bath robe; two sheets; two blankets and 8 pillow.
 Camp Program
 The camp program is outlined as follows. 6.25. reveille: 6.35, roll call, swim: $50. flag raising and pledge to flag; 6.55, mass; 7.30, breakfast ; 8.30. sick call; 9 o'clock, policing grounds; 9.15, tent inspection; 9.30, roll call, scout craft, instructions and study; 11.15, caiisthenics; 11.30i swim, life saving, instructions; 1l.50r roll call, dress. .,
 1900. dinner; LOO rest; 200, roll call: 2.05. athletics; 200 and 2.30. in structions; 400, rest; 4.15, swim, boat instructions; 500, recall from swimming, recreationai games, pitch quoits. etc; 5.45, supper; 6.3O, free time: 7.5O, roll call and eolors; s.00 campfire and entertainment; 300 prayers and roll call; 9.30. taps.
Putnam patriot., 1930-07-03

At the monday luncheon of the Put nam Rotary Club, Wednesday. S. Nikoloh, retiring president and dele gate to the Rotary Internationaie, turned over the gavel to the incoming president, Alexander Gilman, and gave an interesting account of the Chicago convention.
Putnam patriot., 1930-07-03
MAYOR RICHARD IS TO
 RETIRE FROM BUSINESS

Mayor Charles A. Richard is retir- ing from the grocery business after twenty-four years He is selling out his stock and will remove to a new home on South Main street Mayor Richard has had a serious illness and is regaining his health slowly. He has no plans for the immediate future except to take a needed rest.
Putnam patriot., 1930-07-03

Mrs. Ev. Crinseii entertained rel atives from Montreal Friday.
Putnam patriot., 1930-07-03

Mir. and Mrs. Henry Dubois enter tained relatives from Worcester, and Willimantic Sunday.
The Daily Alaska empire., 1930-08-19
YOUNG CLUB RUNS AWAY
 IN OLD MEMS LEAGUE

MEMPHIS, Tenn, Aug. 19.-The Southern Association looks like a home for old men this season.
 Forty-seven players are more than 30 and that may be the reason Memphis is far in the lead.
 The Chicks, with a flock of young talent, have only three play CTS who are past 3o-Tony Welzer, pitcher; Manager Doc Prothro, infielder, and Sam Wick, outfielder,
 Ray Caldwell, Birmingham pitch CT who is A and a grandfather, is the senior of the circuit.
 Memphis has four excellent young pitchers, Harry Kelly, Roscoe Shepherd, Kit May and Walter Beck; a young catcher, Gilly Camp bell: and two youthful outfield stars, Joe Hutchison and Frank Waddey,