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Morgan County Democrat. (McConnelsville, Ohio) 1886-1943, 1930-02-20
SPECIAL BULLETIN FOR
EX-SERVICE MEN

According to the records of the
Adjutant Generals Department,
Washington, d. c.. approximately
81 veterans in Morgan county, suf-
fered disabilities while serving in the
World War, many of whom failed to
file claims for government relief.
These men, if still disabled and can
furnish evidence to substantiate
their claims, are entitled to financia
and medical relief from the United
States Veterans Bureau However
all claims and necessary evidence
must be filed before April 6, 1880,
according to recent legislation passed
by Congress.
In order that no disabled veteran
whose disabilities are the direct
result of his military service shall
be deprived of the benefits to which
he is justly entitled from this govern
ment, the American Legion of Ohio
is prepared and ready to assist him
in the preparation and prosecution
of his claim. In its efforts to serve
the disabled veterans the American
Legion is cooperating with the
United States Veterans Bureau
which is unable to make direct con-
tact with these men.
For information call on Malconta
Post, No. "a, McConnelsville.
While the American Legion is
ready and willing to aid the disabled
veterans, it at no time guarantees to
these veterans government benefits
If all requirements are complied with
and necessary evidence furnished
in accordance with the United States
Veterans Bureau laws and regula-
tions, there is no doubt but that
Morgan County Democrat. (McConnelsville, Ohio) 1886-1943, 1930-02-20

Everyone come. Brenda Clifton
spent Saturday and Sunday with
Edith Ellen Taylor of McConnels-
vile. Eunice Maier who has been
on the sick list, is slowly improving.
Mr.. and Mrs. Roy Robb of Dun
can Falls visited Sunday with Mr..
and Mrs Carlos Robb and family.
Mrs. Alfred Eppley and son Gerald
were callers in GAINESVILLE last
Thursday. Arthur Maier who is
employed with a telephone company
and is now at Lowell, spent the
week end with his parents, Mr. and
Mrs. j. L. Maier of this place.
Gale Seyler was on the sick list a
few days last week. Hazel Fouts
who is teaching school at Sonora,
spent the week end with her parents
Mr.. and Mrs. Milton Fouts of Du-
rant
Morgan County Democrat. (McConnelsville, Ohio) 1886-1943, 1930-02-20
TOdds Churc
EAGIEPORT

Sunday school at 1890 a. n
Preaching services at 1870 p. m.
Morgan County Democrat. (McConnelsville, Ohio) 1886-1943, 1930-02-20
.SyfI5@JMhM MRsgssa

"Konjola relieved me of pain and
misery and has given me health and
strength said Mrs. Elsie Locke,
Brookville, Ohio, near Columbus.
II suffered from stomach trouble
and was sick all the time. There
was hardly anything 1 could eat
that would not cause pain and mis-
cry in my stomach. l was scarcely
ever without a headache. My
strength and energy were taken from
me, and / feared I never would have
good health again.
"My father had derived wonderful
benefits from Konjola, so l decided
to give it trial. How glad / am
that l made this decision! Almost
Immediately my appetite increased
and the headaches vanished. Now l
have been fully restored to health.
If you are suffering as l did, get
Konjola and enjoy the same health
that l now enjoy"
KOnjola is sold in McConneTs-
vile at The Danford Pharmacy
and by all the best druggists in all
towns throughout this section.
Morgan County Democrat. (McConnelsville, Ohio) 1886-1943, 1930-02-20
ST a Ton Premium on Tomatoes

The 81 premium for early maturity which Mr. JIM.
Hnderder of Medora Jackson Co., Ind, obtained for his
last just the beginning of the
b,gts he attributes the of 'AA QUALITY" Fertilizer
per acre, and sold 81 The 81 per premium
for early maturity $3.50 income for him A
premium of 81 per for quality paid him $3.50
And, since his yield per above the
average for his locality he credits IA QUALITY Fer
tlzer with giving him $50 per income through
increased yield. This amounted to 1900 the IS
and made 1900 total income, due the
of IA QUALITY goods
Morgan County Democrat. (McConnelsville, Ohio) 1886-1943, 1930-02-20
TODDS

Mr. and Mrs. G. p Starting, son
Everett and daughter Eyalena, Mrs
Ethel Metcalf and daughter were
twin city callers, Saturday. Mr.. and
Mrs. L. e. Pierpoint and children
spent Sunday with Mr.. and Mrs.
John Pierpoint Jimmie, who has
been suffering from sore mouth,
after effects of the measles, is bet
ter. Everett Martin spent few
days recently with his father Muir
ray Martin of Dale. Mrs Lucille
Cheadle and Mrs. Ason McGrew OF
Chesterhill spent the week end in
GAINESVILLE with their sister Mrs
Nora Murgatroyd, who is ill, and the
formers daughter Mrs. Gladys Tay-
lor who was a patient at Bethesda
hospital.
Todds Church
Sunday school at 1890 a. m.
Preaching services at 1880 p. m.
Morgan County Democrat. (McConnelsville, Ohio) 1886-1943, 1930-02-20

Substitutions: Stewart co for
Glass; Lewis for McGregor; Dougan
for Hilaman; Best for Wagner;
Bingham for Dougan.
The outstanding feature of both
the boys and girls games was
roughness. The refereeing, which
was very different from that which
Morgan County Democrat. (McConnelsville, Ohio) 1886-1943, 1930-02-20
$21 a Ton Extra for Squash

Mr. Arthur Coon, and his George of Ashville, Pick
away Co., Ohio, obtained S21 premium for squash
grown with IA QUALITY" Fertilizers last Messrs
Coon give IA QUALITY Fertilizer credit for improving
the quality of their squash, and increasing their yield
per acre. above the average for their locality
The $21 premium gave them $252 extra income
Morgan County Democrat. (McConnelsville, Ohio) 1886-1943, 1930-02-20

Sunday school at $50 a. m.
Prayer meeting at 1920, and We'd
nesday evenings at 7:30 o'clock.
Preaching services Sunday evening
at 1880 by Rev Eaton of Stockport.
Morgan County Democrat. (McConnelsville, Ohio) 1886-1943, 1930-02-20

the teams had been accustomed to,
was perhaps responsible for the
rough and tumble games.
Referee-Leslie, of o. e.
Young Boys Play
While both of Pennsville's high
school teams met defeat. Penns
ville's defeat for the evening was
not unanimous. In a preliminary
game between the Pennsville grades
and the Elk Eye ties, all boys
about IA years of age, Pennsville
downed the Elk Eye ties by the
score of Is to 6. The boys from out
on the ridge, outplayed the locals
from every angle of the game, and
in contrast to the high school
games, it was cleanly played. Keep
an eye on these young Pennsville
lads
Flanagan was referee. Lineup
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1930-03-06
BUY NOW!
WE HAVE THE GREATEST
SELECTION OF
O.K'D USED CARS AT
THE LOWEST PRICES IN
OUR HISTORY.
NOTICE LOW DOWN
PAYMENTS.
SPECIAL:

JORDAN-LATE MODEL,
8-CYL., 5-PASS. SEDAN.
UnqueStionably in Al condition
throughout. This car is a sacrifice
at $345. Can be bought on a low
down payment, balance easy.
,2ls7-C 1927 Chevrolet 4-door sedan. dark
blue: has had the best Of care and shows it,
mem only $50; balance small payments.
1926 Ford, Tudor sedan-Looks and runs
only S47; balance easy
1929 Model A Ford Tudor-Just the eondi-
ton you want 1t to be. Underpriced $50.
balance easy.
GOA. 1929 Chevrolet eoach--very low
ton very economical e-cyL car. fully
equipped. including trunk; only Sis down,
bala:.ce easy.
as24-c 1929 Chevrolet coupe. Looks and
runs ike new; finished. in beautiful dark
blue Duco. bumpers and spare tire. Only
Sl22 down; balance easy.
l4-A. 1928 Chevrolet coupe. One of the
HAS hSS S FnS esnppsd
course. Only SEQ down payment, bal. easy.
2s2l-c 1927 Chevrolet coach. Rennished
in beautiful gray Duco red stripe. New seat
covers. Tires and motor excellent Complete
down and SIG Der month.
1928 Chevrolet coach-A very economical
6-pass closed car. Motor, tires and finish
very sood: upholstery Fpotless. Fully equip
ped. Only sSe down, balance easy.
2225. 1929 Chevrolet sedan Low mileage.
A privately owned car that has had the
best of care. Clean as pin inside and out
Bumpers, spare tire, etc. Only 500 down.
balance easy.
TRADE IN YOUR OLD CAR.
So Others.
Down Payments on Some as
Low as SIS.
r. L. TAYLOR MOTOR CO.,
Used Car Dept.
18th at T St. NV. North $500,
BRANCH,
Rhode Island Ave. and
New Jersey Ave. NV.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1930-03-06

Not the villainous old bag Nahum came near
to pinch or beat her. Alone in this part of the
village the child tended Geeka, SO absorbed that
she did not note the gentle swayng Of the branches
Of the tree above her they bent to the body of
the jungle creature creeping upon her. Two steady
eyes looked down on her-unblinkinG, unwavering
Through the jungle. hours march away, the
Sheik was returning homeWard
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1930-03-06

A year had passed also for the boy and Akut. the
ape since these same white men had fired upon
them For months they wandered deeper and
deeuer into the Jungle The year had done much
for the youth. His mighty muscles were developed
and he had become a creature of marvellous phys-
cal powers and mental cunning. SO great was MS
strength that the powerful arthropoid with whom
he often engaged in mimic battle, was no longer a
match for him,
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1930-03-06
RECoATMENDED SERVICE.

PLUMBfN0, HEATING, OIL BURNING; re-
paiFs and Installation; found reliable for 80
years J. r. Guerin, Ala Z. Cap. Lin. SAT-.
RADIO 6ERVICE--PHoNE LINCOLN 1904.
All types servfced and repaired NORTH
REFRiaERATORs and store fixtures built
and repaired. 822 18th st. NV. Telephone
Metropolitan 1907.
REMODELING, PAINTING, PAPERHANC-
ing. screens made and ftted; shades to
order. Guaranteed Workmanship. Cali Mr..
Bowen. SO r st. ne. Potomac 2l64. l0e
ROOPNG-Painting and general repairing,
spouting, guttering All work guaranteed.
Call Mr.. Bowen, IS st. ne. Potomac 3l64.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1930-03-06

Akut taught him to fight the bull ape fights, nor
was there ever a better pupil. AS the two sought
the almost extinct species Of ape to which Akut
belonged they lived upon the best the jungle az
forded Their search for the elusive anthropoidS
who were to welcome them with open arms was
at last rewarded. Deep in the jungle, buried far
from the sight of men, evening at a great dis
lance they heard the beating of the drum of the
great aneS
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1930-03-06
WISE BUYERS
BUY NOW
Before the Spring Rush.

Better Selection-Lower Prices.
Easy Terms.
1928 Chevrolet Coach, $2o5.
Fully equipped. original Duco finish in
splendid condition.
1927 Hudson Coach, $265.
Five good tires, upholstery; paint excep-
tionally clean.
1927 Chevrolet Coach, $235.
Paint. upholstery exceptionally clean;
bumpers good tires
1926 Buick 4-Pass. Coupe. $l75.
FIVE good tires, 4-wheel brakes, snubbers
and bumpers.
1923 Whippet Coach. $275.
Four new tires, slip covers, bumpers. A
real buy.
1923 Chevrolet Roadster, $275.
Beautiful. clean Duco finish, striped in
black; fully equipped just the right car
for the coming season.
1923 Chevrolet Red Convertible
Cabriolet, $375
With rumble seat. This car with its smart
appearance and its marvellous mechanically
condition is an unusual bargain.
1926 Chevrolet Landau Sedan. $l75
Balcrank bumpers, good tires; good
transportation at low cost.
Many Other Exceptional Values
to Choose From.
EASY TERMS.
With an 0. X. That Counts. %
BARRY-PATE MOTOR CO.,
ISIS Sherman Ave. NV.
Open Evenings and Sundays.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1930-03-06
NEUTRALITY-SUSPICIOUS..

ANTIQUES and modern furniture. We will
pay you more cash than any one IN town
do not hesitate to call the Lincoln Co,
Metropolitan ssl7. The firm that buys any
thing of value.
~ ps5 BUY p sSok' Ssr sn Book s
sou + st. NV. Phone Met. s340. l2'
BOOKS BOUGHT-Highest prices for sets
Phone Pho SIS
Book Shop. 953 @ st. NV. Estab. 1907.
BOOKS BoUoHT-sets, or single volumes;
Prsnks Book Shop. sos n ists s.. NV 0
FURNTTURE.,WOuld IKE to purchass
enough furniture 70 Ogs large house
FURNITURE Of all kinds wanted: best prices
PAID cS oPnns E Egfni sIsS Co.. e2 La ave-
FURNITURE-Don't sacrifice your furniture
we will give more for furniture. bric-a-b rac,
china, ANTIQUES and once furniture. Phone
Met a0p II ssiT so4 sth St 1R
FURNITURE that you have no further use
tS5 you Ms sS tyr 7 ao as sE sslnT
on "S5s iE1 s'VEs n s
Nat. $3.50. Adams il0S after 8 pm.
GOLD, silver. watches, diamonds and old
Full CASH hes value paid seinaeTs sls EST
POWER LAUNCH WANTED with or without
cab. also small boat and canoe. Chas W.
STORE AND OFFICE FIXTURES. cash reg
listers Entire contents bought for cash.
Edgar Baum. Inc. e14 st. NV. Met. STA
THOUSANDS NEED your cast-of clothing,
condition. Highest cash prices paid. Call
Metropolitan 9l52.
OLD CLOTHING BOUGHT.
MEMS, LADIES', CHILDRENs.
w. RICE. 1882 7th ST NV. North 1855.
ANYTHING TO SELL?
Phone National 1881 or National 1888.
WESCHHERS. $40 PA. AVE. NV.
Household effects. merchandise. stocks.
automobiles, etc. Thirty-nine years serving
the WASHINGTON public
BEFORE SELLING
phone Metropolitan 8si7 and get the best
results. We positively pay more for furni-
ture. antiques. china. bric-a-brac and ONCE
furniture pianos than any one else in the
business. The Lincoln Co., e04 9Th st. NV.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1930-03-06
ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS.
ROOMS AND BOARu.

1854 CORCORAN ST N.W.-Two ROOMS, Kit.
bath. 3rd floor, unfurnished. Call after
pm. g
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.uj5 PARK RD-DELIGHTTULLy CLEAN.
comfortably furnished living ROOM. dining
ROOM. kitchenette, tile bath. Rlassed sleep
ing porcl. light, heat, phone; adults; $50.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1930-03-06

PONTIAC SPORT ROADSTER. 1875 rumble
this for 5000 terms. Pohanka Service, 1926
20th 1T NV. North 0347.
PONTIAC ePOET RoADeTER; Just like. q
new car; very Tow mileage; priced low for
quick sale; win accept smaller car Ia trade.
Phone Lincoln 3274i ask tor Mr.. Parker
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1930-03-06

is2s CALIFORNIA ST.-3 LARGE ROOMS.
i:itchenstta, bath, LIST floor; suitable four or
less: $50 total
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1930-03-06

All x ST. N.W.-EXTRA LARGE ROOM,
Two beds. kitchen, running water, gas, elec.'
Z
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1930-03-06

POULTRY FARM FOR LEASE-MODERN
poultry house to house 1000 chickens;
dwelling of 5 rooms and bath with electric
iiThts and hot and cold water; stable. hay
bsrn and ten or twenty acres OF ground
Good trade built up for all eggs produced
FULLY equipped and in operation, but haven't
time TO manage it as am in another line
OF business. A good paying place. Reason
able rent Only a responsible party con-
sidered Answer II interested and will
make an appointment to see you. Address
Rox 232-X Star of1lce.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1930-03-06

1879 k 81. NV. the Lee-Mafaue-Niceiy
furnished single and double rooms; semi.
private bath; excellent board. a.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1930-03-06

UNIQUE AND BEAUTIFUL-LARGE LIVING
ROOM small dining room and kitchen, three
bed rooms two baths. fireplace and porch.
Apply 1883 18th ST.. near Euclid.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1930-03-06

/ llO4 I NV OR 2 LARGE. NICELY FUR
rcomi, x, b.. cont. h. W. hwd. doors; newly
: dscoraifd: adults: $iO-S5O. "
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1930-03-06

PARK LEE. 1880 PARK RD.-NEW; FRIGID-
aire: excellent location; I. 2 and beauti-
nette, Kitchen, bath. 2 exposures; every COM
fort; owner mgr, S60-SS2.50, $1Oo. Ad. $3.50.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1930-03-06

WOODWORKING EQUIPMENT : Complete
shop; suitable for light cabinet making. Al
dress Box 369-X, Star ONCE.
CLOTHING STORE bargain; new and mis-
at also cleaning and pressing, good location
and business; reasonable. Partners oeatn
reason for selling. Apply 922 9th ST. nW.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1930-03-06
TABLE BOARD.
WANTED--ROOMS

"a ST. NW.-DelIcious home cooked meals
early breakfast; reasonable. y
The Washington times., 1930-11-12
CITIZENS meet
To BE LIVELY

e .. -, s. ! a
Matters Of an. extremely contro-
~ersial nature are expected to be
brought UP at a special meeting
Of the Federation Of Citizens As
sociations which has been called
for Saturday night, it was learned
today.
one matter which is expected
to arouse intense interest is the
'.caliing upon the carpet" Of
George B. Bishop, delegate CT the
sixteenth Street Highlands AsSo-
ciation, who is accused Of having
told his local association that
there were ~ liars among the
l24 delegates to the federation.
Newspapers quoted Mr.. Bishop. as
having made this statement at u
meeting Of his association, in re-
ferring to. the report that Charles
I. Stengle was pledged % more
votes than he polled in the recent
election Of federation president.
Another matter which is to be
considered is q report OF the re-
cent controversial recommends
tions of the Commissioners raj
fic advisory committee, including
o proposed 2-cent increase in the
gasoline tax and substitution OF
the Hoover" left turn for the
presens rotary turn. l.,
A demand for the replacement
of Center Market when it is razed
january 1st to make way for the
Federal building program will
also be considered, as will be pro.
posed adoption of a system OF
proportional representation IN
electing members Of the Citizens
Advisory Council.
The Washington times., 1930-11-12
Veterans Counsel
Killed In. Car Crash

Heath, A. Melton, counsel OF
the Veterans Bureau office at
Richmond, Va, and former State
vice commander OF the American
Legion, was Instantly killed late
yesterday afternoon in an auto
mobile collision five miles south
Of Quantico, Va.
Col. Edward w. Jurdan, direc-
tor Of the Richmond office OF
the. bureau, whose home Is in
Arlington county. was slightly
hurt. Both were taken to the
Marine hospital at Quantico.
Melton lived in Galax, a Rich
fnond suburb.
The Washington times., 1930-11-12
Zoo Park Keepers
n. 8. Job NOEU ODen

The U. s. Civfl Service Com
mission today announced exami-
nations for various medical and
other positions.
Positions are open for an asso-
ciate biochemist in animal body
fluids in the Bureau OF Animal
Industry, $4,000 to $500 . year;
for a junior home economics spe-
cialist in clothing design, in the
Bureau OF Home Economics,
$4,000 to $4,000 annually; two as
sociate pharmacologists and an
associate technologist in the Pub
lie Health Service and the Bureau
Of Biological Survey, $4,000 to
So 800 a year. I
There is also a job as assistant
keeper at the National Zoologicai
Park open at $3.50 annually.
The Washington times., 1930-11-12
Hurley to Receive
Rifle Trophy Today

. The $4,000 trophy emblematlc
Of the worlds rifle championship,
won by "a U. S. Army team at
Antwerp this summer. will be
presented to Secretary Of War
hurley in q ceremony at the War
Department today.
The troDhy was presented in
1908 b. the Argentine Republic.
is Of SILVER and gold, weighing 81
-sundS. $~~-:~"r-
The Washington times., 1930-11-12
District Air Legion
! Names Krei8 Leader

4 j. Elmer Kreis was elected
president Of the District Of Co
lumbia Air Legion at its annual
meeting last night.
Plans were announced for the
raising of funds to purchase q
new kitty Hawk plane powered
with q Kinner motor for the use
Of members of the Legion.
The Washington times., 1930-11-12
COBB TALKS TOMORROW

Stanwood Cobb, principal of the
Grafton Street School at Chevy
Chase, will speak on "PreSchool
Education" in the parish house Of
the Church of the Holy City at
8 D. m. tomorrow.
The Washington times., 1930-11-12
Druggist Knows His Stock

Ends Cough In Record Time
What q cough ] caught in the last
blizzard! On my way to the shop, the
weather ''got" me. When came to
the store / started treatment with
Smith Brothers Cough Syrup. Right
away quick--I got better. By night ]
had lost my cough entirely" M.
Hartman, 1901 Ewing Ave-, Chicago.
Putnam patriot., 1930-02-06
National Rhea Co.
 Remains Unsold
Now Anticipated Receiver Will Seek New Court Order. Developments
 Less Satisfactory Than Expected

The fourth effort to sell the Nation al Rhea Company's assets at auction, friday afternoon was unsuccessful. There were no bids. 1t is anticipated that the next move on the part of the receiver will be to obtain a new order of court. It Is believed that permis- sion will be asked to put the assets Of the concern up at auction both as an entity and also in individual lots Whichever sales method brings the arger amount will be adopted for the benefit of the creditors. This method was adopted when the Manhassett Company was liquidated.
 The fact that no one has come for ward to make the minimum bid fixed by the court, take over the plant and continue it in operation, has been dis appointing to those who have watched the progress of the receivership. The developments have not been as satis- factory as was hoped for nor, in fact, as was predicted when the receiver ship first became known to the public.
Putnam patriot., 1930-02-06
ANNUAL EQUIPMENT WEEK

Farmers and farm equipment deal CTS throughout the country are ob- serving the week. February l7-22, as National Farm Equipment Week" !" This week offers the opportunity for farmers and dealers to get together on a cooperative basis to study var ious methods of saving time and dol lars through the proper use of mod ern farm machinery. says the local dealer for Caterpillar" tractors, combines. and road machinery, NJ. B. Tyler Go. 344 Columbus avenue, Springfield Mass.
 Orehardists and vineyardists have increased their yields, and found ways to conquer all kinds of sells by adapting improved equipment for their work. Tn all fruit growing dis tricts. equipment dealers have studied the farmers problems of irrigation, cultivation. terracing. and blowing, and in every case have constructive help to offer, Nj. B. Tyler says. Be sure to come in and see this display.
Putnam patriot., 1930-02-06
JOHNSONS LEAD
Telephone Company Delivers 2,631 Copies of Putnam Ex-
 change Winter Directory

Delivery of 2,631 copies of the Putnam Exchanges issue of the Win ter 1929-30 Telephone Directory started Monday.
 The majority of the directories will be distributed by carrier, only 1900 copies being mailed. The delivery will be completed by Saturday noon and any subscriber who does not receive his directory by Monday morning is requested to call the Putnam office so that an additional copy may be sent. The old directory should be destroyed on receipt of the new one.
 The new directory contains 2,269 iistings in the Putnam Exchange. The Johnsons lead with thirty-eight list ings, followed by the Smiths with twenty-four and the Bowens with thirty listings.
 A new feature of the directory is a tag card placed before the Putnam listings.
Putnam patriot., 1930-02-06
CANDLEMAS DAY
Groundhog Saw His Shadow Sunday Morning.-Six More
 Weeks of Winter

Groundhogs throughout eastern Windham county came out cf their burrows. Sunday morning, opened their sleepy eyes to the suns rays and immediately turned tail and went be- low for six months nap. There was a wonderful opportunity fer farmers boys to bag few woodchuck but it is always understood that an armis- tice is declared every Candlemas Day, else the grounding would fail to prognostieate.
 There are views pro and con as re- gards the value of this annual fore cast However. Candlemas Day and the ground hog never pass unnoticed and none can forget that if the marmot sees his shadow it portends six more weeks of winter weather. If the day is dark and cloudy the backbone of winter is broken. It will be well to retain the winter fannels and to keep the snow shovel and galoshes handy by for the present.
Putnam patriot., 1930-02-06
JANUARY RECORD MONTH
 ONLY THREE FIRE ALARMS

A four-stroke alarm called the fire truck to 49 Bridge street, last Thurs day evening, for a chimney fire that was extinguished without damage.
 There were but three fire alarms during January. only one being a gen eral alarm. This is a record for many years During the winter months the department is usually kept busy ex- tinguishing chimney fires. January's gcod record is encouraging and may denote that landlords are paying more attention to keeping chimneys clean.