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The Sauk Centre herald. (Sauk Centre, Stearns County, Minn.) 1886-current, 1936-12-31
Farmers Recover Bad Check Money

Brainerd-Checks totaling $500 have been recov-
cred for Crow Wing farmers to whom they were ten
dered for payment Of stock purchased IN the SOUTH
ern part of the county The checks were issued TO
farmers by Minneapolis man who was buying STOCK
and farm products paying for the products WIN
checks which came back from the bank with the no
tt;ons that mo funds were there to them. AZ
ter threats of prosecution made the money was
recovered by the county attorney.
The Sauk Centre herald. (Sauk Centre, Stearns County, Minn.) 1886-current, 1936-12-31
snr,nr Ia Just Around The Corner

Mound although ordinarily 1t is the Robin who
herads the coming Of spring. residents OF West Dutcn
Lake believe that IF winter comes spring can't De
far behind" It's pretty much like spring to them now
for they have had unusual callers, one beauti-
full red feathered and crested cardinal and the other
a huge woodpecker.
The Sauk Centre herald. (Sauk Centre, Stearns County, Minn.) 1886-current, 1936-12-31
A Very Happy New Year

All indications point to a marked advance in
state that the 1886 gains will continue and rise
ing the coming year.
Upon the threshold of a year this is encour-
aging to everyone it effects daily lives in the
pursuit of happiness and security The trend of the
nations business seems to be upward and men and
women may look forward with new hope.
AS we turn the pages of the calendar, we put be-
hind another year and enter upon new and un-
known space of time. What it may bring forth is a
mystery to all of but wish is that the coming
year will be 365 days of happiness to all readers.
We take this opportunity to thank everyone for
their kindness and patronage during the past year,
and wish for all very Happy New Year.
This is the time of the year when
check their checking accounts to if they
still can write checks
The Sauk Centre herald. (Sauk Centre, Stearns County, Minn.) 1886-current, 1936-12-31

Mrs. #. w. Mosher Of Halo
well, Wash, found penny in-
side potato she was cutting up
to cook.
St Paul's Cathedral, London.
will seat $4,000 people.
The Sauk Centre herald. (Sauk Centre, Stearns County, Minn.) 1886-current, 1936-12-31
Why Not, When Others Do

Several weeks ago the young people of city
were promised skating rink and plans were made
to have the project completed for the holidays At
the present time there is rink and see it,
there probably will be noneunless someone gets be-
hind the project in earnest Several reasons have
been given for this delay but why have other cities
prepared splendid Kinks during the same time? Alex
andria according to reports has very fine rink
have other cities and villages with conditions more
unfavorable than
The Veterans of Foreign Wars have purchased
added fence and have done all in their to
push the work along, but somewhere there has been
a delay Excuses unwarranted, If other cities can
build skating Kinks under the conditions, then
we However, the point is, why promise the
youth something and then not prepare it. 1t event
ualy becomes joke with the young people, who lose
faith in their elders It is not too late to build good
skating rink-but the work must be started immed-
lately.
Seet ice, rain and snow brings to mind
that it is time to provide shelter and food for
the birds. Hunters who do this now, will find
better hunting next season.
The Sauk Centre herald. (Sauk Centre, Stearns County, Minn.) 1886-current, 1936-12-31
Hauls Wrong HAY BY Mistak,

Wadena-"I didn't steal the hay merely hauled
away the wrong stack and I'm darn sorry" said a
Wadena county farmer who walked into the sheriffs
office to "give himself up" He brought with him the
newspaper which contained item stating that the
sheriff was looking for some one who took Frank
Kliegeps hay. The hay stack has been returned and
all is forgiven.
The Sauk Centre herald. (Sauk Centre, Stearns County, Minn.) 1886-current, 1936-12-31

at the VIM. Thomas home Friday
morning.
The Sauk Centre herald. (Sauk Centre, Stearns County, Minn.) 1886-current, 1936-12-31

Duluth.-"There smiles that make you hap
py," and there smiles that bring fortune.
Tony Month, newsboy, who was formerly in the Du-
luth Childrens home has just received $4,000 in
heritance a reward for his cheerful disposition.
His unfailing smile and cheering words endeared him
to wealthy California man who named him in his
500 in real estate and government bonds to the boy
The Sauk Centre herald. (Sauk Centre, Stearns County, Minn.) 1886-current, 1936-12-31
What's The Answer

Icy highways result in death Hit and run
driver killed four little girls SIS persons dead
from traffic accidents in nation Two died in
head-on collision and one might go on indefin-
itey listing CHASTITY accidents which have taken a
When the final toll is computed, it will possibly
year of 1886 will be the worst in the history of our
nation.
Automobile manufacturers devising means to
continually make for safer driving. They have
applied high-prced and able engineering staffs for
that purpose. Highways have been modernized curv-
have been Strengthened, other hazards have been
eliminated traffic laws have been revised for safer
drivng-and yet the toll of crippled and lfeless bo-
dies increases.
Many of the most serious accidents occur upon
excellent highways and involve the latest type cars
and occur under excellent driving conditions.
What's the answer? Careessness, and disregard for
the safety factor. What's the cost? $4,000 lives an
nualy and hundreds of millions of dollars in property
destruction.
Now the answer is up to each driver. He who
steps on the gas drives while drunk, weaves through
congested traffic with utter disregard for others,
pays no attention to traffic signals pedestrians
is potential murderer He is the of accidents,
he endangers the lives of everyone-and someday pos
sibly his crushed and broken body may lie along the
roadside token of all the misery and unhappiness
he may have caused others.
Scientific ntoxicatlon tests for drunken
drivers in Toledo have met with opposition.
And so do drunken drivers on the highways.
The Sauk Centre herald. (Sauk Centre, Stearns County, Minn.) 1886-current, 1936-12-31
Grow Lemons I'm Otter Tail County
Snake Enjoys Mild Weather

Red Wng.-When garden snake is discovered
crawling through foot high banks in December
with the mercury registering above the freezing
mark-what does it mean? For Tommy Christianson,
reported the incident verifies predictions that
the winter will be mild. Crossing the Vermion riv-
er bottomland, Tommy the snake wiggling across
the snow-packed road Mild temperatures, he believes
lured the reptile from its hiberating den.
The Sauk Centre herald. (Sauk Centre, Stearns County, Minn.) 1886-current, 1936-12-31
Big News Of 1886

Various editors and press association executives
are indulging in their annual practice of selecting
past year. Virtually all agree that the greatest story
Of 1885, from a news and human interest viewpoint,
was the abdication of King Edward VIII Of Great
Britain as a result of his romance with Mrs. Smp-
son.
In the domestic news, outstanding events were
the Supreme Courts nvaldation Of the AA actA the
passage of the baby bond soldiers bonus bill over
President Roosevets veto; the landslide reelection
Roosevelt and Garner the elecrocution Of Haupt-
mann for the Lindbergh crime; the summer drouth;
the split in the American Federation of Labor, and
the seamens strike, along with other labor troubles
The most important development Of the year, al
though not spectacular as news story, was the
marked return toward prosperity.
The peace conference at Buenos Aires which was
addressed by President Roosevelt was another i'm
The Sauk Centre herald. (Sauk Centre, Stearns County, Minn.) 1886-current, 1936-12-31
Plans To Cash In On Security Money


Chisholm-Does a dentist ever have toothache,
and if he does what does he do? Dr. Frank J. Bah
nick local dentist recently confronted with such
a situation when he was awakened one night with a
throbbing molar. All of his professional skill was
ercised to the tooth, but to no avail. Nothing
would stop the pain. and oh the relief, when it
out" was the dentists exclamation after an
other dentist who he called in extracted the tooth.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-09-28
REFEREE TO HEAR |ALBINPS APPEAL.
Approval Needed From Su-
 periOr Court; License Z Previously Revoked

The appeal of Pasquale Albixai Co the superior court from the State Liquor Control Commission ruling revoking his tavern license will be heard by a state referee, should stl- perior court grant its approval. Both sides have agreed to a stipulation calling for a hearing of the issues before a state referee, and Judge Patrick B. O'Sullivan will be asked to approve the agreement at Fri days short calendar session of court.
 Albini's license was revoked by the state on the grounds of "un- suitability of person." The com mission alleged that Albini failed to assume the responsibility irn- posed on permittee". The com- mission, it is understood. claims that AIbini did not spend sufficient time at his tavern at 790 North Main street.
 The permitte was given a hear ing before the commission August 10 and his license was revoked a day later. He then entered an appeal to the superior court.
 Albini, in g writ filed by Attorney Max Traurig, alleges that the con- mission acted in an unreasonable manner. He claimes he is suitable person to hold a permit and oper- ate tavern.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-09-28

The recently elected officers of Casper s. Davis Jr. Post, No. 136, American Legion, headed by Com mander Edward L. Martin, were installed at special meeting of the post, which took place at Fraternity hall on Saturday evening. The meeting was well attended by members of the post and a few in- vited guests. Past Commander 0. Arthur Dubois acted as installing officer and was assisted by Clifford D. Northrop as sergeant-at-arms.
 In addition to Commander Mar tin, the following officers were installed: Past Commander E. Lester Platt; senior vice-commander, Fred erick F. Seidel; junior vice com- mander, Robert Cosgriff; finance officer, Russell Atherton; assistant finance officer, Everett Cook; ad- jutant, Frank Frazier; assistant adjutant, William Rooney; chap lain, Andrew w. Bell; historian, Frederick Poudim; sergeant-at- arms, Patrick Moriarty; service officer, George Goggins; American ism officer, Ward Henion; and ath- letic officer, Thomas Denihan.
 Following the installation cere- monies brief remarks were made by David Grenier, director of the drum corps; Joseph Davis, brother of Casper s. Davis, Jr., for whom the post was named; Past Commanders
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-09-28
BEHIND THE LINES

from the local posts of the Brit ish War Veterans, the American Legion and the Veterans of For eign Wars as well as from the D. A. V. chapters of New Haven, Hartford, Meriden, Stamford, New London, New Britain and Bristol.
 Other speakers of the evening included Lieutenant Colonel J. w. Carroll, Department Commander Frank Kline of Easthampton, Con- gressman J. Joseph Smith of this city and Commander John P. Barry of the local chapter of the D. A. V.
 The famous Argonne drive be- gan on September 26, 1917, and Saturday nights affair was held to commemorate the military man. euver which was responsible for the ending of the World war.
 Among the guests honored st the dinner were John J. Mulligan, past state commander, William Aylward, Leon Ham, James J. Martone and Michael Callahan,
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-09-28
Club Organizes Here To Boost
 Hayes For Lieutendnt- GoDernOr'
Splendid Work of City's Foremost Citizen Land-
 ed in Speeches

Formation of 'sf5ayes for Lieu tenant Governor" club was perfect ed this noon hour at a meeting of leading democrats of Waterbury in the city court room of the municipal building. Controller Daniel J. Leary was elected president of the group, Finance Commissioner Charles Jackson was chosen treasurer and Thomas P. Kelly, executive secretary to Mayor Frank Hayes, was named secretary.
 The club is similar to the one formed two years ago when Mayor Hayes first ran for the offlce of Acknowledgements. In the election of two years ago Mayor Hayes was successful, polling a vote in the state of Connecticut larger than that of Governor Wilbur L. Cross, who headed the democratic ticket.
 Lauds Record
 Controller Leary declared before the gathering this noon that Lieu tenant Governor Hayes had done a
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-09-28
Davis Post Officers
 Installed Saturday
Past Commander Platt Given Badge Auxiliary Plans
 Similar Ceremony Friday, October
WATERVILLE

Platt and Dubois; and Commander Martin. Past Commander Platt was presented with past commanders badge in appreciation of the excel lent work which he has done during the past year.
 A note was read from Comrade Walter L. Angle, who is a patient at the Gaylord Farm Sanitorium, ex- pressing his regrets at his inability to be present and wishing the post every success during the com ing year. An invitation was accepted to attend the installation ceremon- ies of Corporal Coyle post at Daven- port hall tomorrow.
 It was announced that Past Com mander Platt has been named chair man of the music committee of the general Armistice Day observance committee.
 Invitations were also accepted to attend the installation ceremonies of the Naugatuck post next week and of the New Haven country district at the Ansonia Armory on October 14th.
 A social hour followed the meeting during which refreshments were served and cards enjoyed. Patrick Moriarty, George Goggins and c. Arthur DuBois were the committee in charge of the evenings program.
 Plan Installation
 A special meeting of Unit of Davis post, American Legion Aux Hilary took place at the unit rooms in Fraternity hall on Friday evening. Plans were completed for the in- stallation ceremonies of . the unit which will take place at the rooms on Friday, October 9th. Mrs. Blake of Waterbury will serve as the tn- staIling officer. The unit accepted an invitation to attend the installa- tion ceremonies of the Unit of Coyie post at Davenport hall tomorrow evening.
 Man Injured
 Harry Simpson of Cooke street was painfully injured yesterday morning when the automobile in which he was a passenger was struck by 8 car on the Meriden road. MT. Simp- son sustained a lacerated forehead. which was treated following the accident. Alfred Emmons, of Boyden street was the driver of the car.
 Contract Tournament
 The regular weekly meeting of the Cornell Contract Bridge Club of Waterville will be held at For esters' hall tomorrow afternoon at 3 o'clock. Mrs. Jeanette Moriarty will conduct the play.
 Barlow Funeral
 A large gathering of Waterville residents attended the funeral serv- ices for Mrs. John H. Barlow at the Alderson funeral home on Saturday afternoon. The services were con- ducted by Rev. Raymond M. D. Adams, rector of St. Paul's Episcopal church and the burial was in the family plot in old Pine Grove ceme- tery beside her husband whose burial took place on last Wednesday afternoon few hours before Mrs. Barlow succumbed to the fumes of Illuminating gas which had claimed his life the preceding Saturday morning. The Barlow family has the deepest sympathy of the entire community in the tragic results of the accident which took the lives of both parents.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-09-28

Fifty-five persons, among them 22 grandchildren. were present at the first annual reunion of the DiLeo family yesterday at Pepe's farm on Bucks Hill. The celebra- tion was held yesterday in honor of the 92nd birthday of Mrs. Maria Antonette DiLeo. The fathers de- feated the sons in a baseball game, but bowed to the single men of the group at bocci.
 Present were MT. and Mrs. Nun- zio DiLeo, Mrs. Maria Antoinette DiLeo, MT. and Mrs. Joseph Ja- covino, MT. and Mrs. Andrew Giuliano, MT. and Mrs. Michael DiLeo of Meriden; MT. and Mrs. Peter J. DiLeo, MT. and Mrs. An thony Giuliano of New Haven; MT. and Mrs. Stephen Ferrucci, Mir.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-09-28
Canadian Vets

. Organization of 8 Canadian Veterans association to become affiliated with the Canadian Le- zion was discussed at a meeting of a large number of Canadian veterans at the Franco-American club on South Main street yester- day afternoon.
 Duncan Rose was elected com- mander at the meeting. An open meeting will be held Saturday night, October 3, at 8 o'clock.
 All men who have served in the Canadian forces at any time are earnestly requested to attend.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-09-28

and Mrs. John DeSantis, Mir. and Mrs. Louis R. DiLeo, MT. and Mrs. Aurelio Macchia, John DiLeo, Lucy DiLco, MT. and Mrs. Angelo DiLeo.
 The 22 great grandchildren pres ent were Elizabeth, Angelo, Enc, Carmella, Antoinette, Fred, Jo- seph, Maria, Anna, Marie, Gloria, Theresa, Angelo 3rd, and Mary Di- Leo, Joseph, Angelo, Marie, Chris tine and Edward Jacovino, Anthony Giuliano, Jr., Helen Giuliano, Stephen Ferrucci, Jr., Robert Fer- rucci and John DeSantis, Jr.
 Stephen Ferrucci, well known comedian and cuisine expert, pre- pared roast chicken for the mem bers of the family. In addition to preparing the excellent food, MT. Ferucci also offered several vocal selections.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-09-28
Naturalist Club

Members of the waterbury Naturalist club enjoyed an outing and corn roast Saturday after noon at the summer home of Mrs. A. A. Crane of Woodbury. Presi- dent Walter Green was in charge. Those attending included MT. and Mrs. Fremont A. Holt, MrS. Rob. ert Jilson. Miss Helen l.. Stod- dard, Mrs. Samuel Mutton, Mrs. Flora Russell, Mis- Ethel Mutton. Mis- Gertrude Kiessling. Mrs. w. L. Garrigus, Mrs. Morton J. Fogg. Mrs. Ada Greer, Mrs. Elton H. Alexander, Mrs. George c. Haig. Mis- Mary Judge, Esther and Warren, Mrs. Charles Sturnpf, Richard Mover. MT. and Mrs. Walter P. Green. Mrs. Charles H. Mover, J. Oswald Bassett, Miss
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-09-28
Treasurer

q % 1EeaSufeE
 fine job as an officer of the. state, both as presiding officer of the sem ate and as representative of many persons seeking service through the various departments of Connecticut
 The "Hayes-for-Lieutenant- Gov- ernor" club was the backbone of the Hayes victory two years ago, assert ed Controller Leary. Praise of Mayor Hayes record was also voiced by Finance Commissioner kson Town Chairman John H. Crary and others.
 To Raise Funds
 It was voted to raise member ship of one hundred for the club The next meeting will be held Fri day noon hour in the city court room. All those present today prom. ised to bring in an additional mem- Der at that time. Funds will be raised to further the Hayes cam paign and letters urging support oi him and the rest of the state ticket will be sent throughout Connecticut Badges will also be distributed.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-09-28

was furnished by Emil Marks orchestra. German folk songs were sung during tSae evening. The com mittee in charge included William Fossbender, Robert Neubert, Otto Schell, Emil Nieman, Robert Neu- bert and Kurt Arndt.
 Yesterday . delegation from the local society went to New Haven to discuss plans for the state saengerfest to be held next spring in the Elm City. The local dele- gates were John Kirschbaum, William Mueskas, Kurt Arndt, Oscar Cocht and William FOss- bender.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-09-28
Rritiah Vata

Under the direction of Vice commander Michael Austin, the first "open house" program spon- sored by Lord Kitchner post, Brit ish War Veterans. Saturday eve ming At the post headquarters was very successful. British danc- es were featured as part of the
 program and it was announcei
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-09-28
FraternaL NeUs
Sons Of Italy

Local delegates were among the 125 representatives of 63 lodges of the Sons of Italy who gath- cred yesterday for the state con- vention of the organization at Red Mems hall, Winsted.
 No business was transacted at yesterdays meeting, only a re- port of the proceedings of last years convention in Bridgeport being given. Business sessions be- gan at the convention today.
 Mayor Robert Mayer welcomed the delegates at the opening of the convention.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-09-28

Grace Roberts, MT. and Mrs. Lewis c. Merrill, Mrs. Charles H. Townsend, Miss Helen B. Towns end, Mrs. Everett O. Shaler, Mir. and Mrs. James E. Kelsey, Miss Eleanor E. Vaill, Mrs. Robert E. Streeter, Mrs. H. J. Reynolds, Mir. and Mrs. E. 0. Reynolds, Miss M. E. Reynolds, Mrs. A. A. Crane, Mrs. Mary F. Lewis and Miss Sue Reynolds.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-09-28

fhat similar snfsrtHiisnttHts ~<5' take place gn alternate &4iHf5EF
 Vocal relestlons were offered 47 David Gownus. James Burton. A,F Ian hfaiE, Mfrs. Th0mns Kyes*4t. Robert Curric and ETn &It1i Humiston. Piano sdfos were N'4ys cd by HITS. Ethel Burton and mAH sic for dancing was provided nV McKenna's orchestra.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-09-28
Rainbow Order

Rainbow Order
 The ceremony for installation of new officers of Waterbury as- sembly, Order of the Rainbow, will take place on October 10 in Masonic temple. 1t was announced at 8 meeting of the group held Saturday evening.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-09-28
Argonne Day

More than 200 persons gathered Saturday night at Moynihan's Cove Hill inn, Hitchcock's lake, for the second annual Argonne dinner of the Waterbury chapter of the Disabled American Veter- ans. Brigadier General James A. Haggerty of New Haven, one of the outstanding officers in the famous Argonne drive, was the guest of honor and principal speaker.
 Representatives were present
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-09-28
Burns Club

Burns Club
 Another "open house" program will be given by the Burns club on October 10. The Halloween party will be held on October 31. Both affairs will take place at Foresters' hall. John Peterson Is chairman of the entertainment committee.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-09-28

past commanders of the local D. A. ". auxiliary.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-09-28
ConcOrdias

The first fall social and dance sponsored by the Concordia Sing ing society took place Saturday night i'm Concordia hall. Music
The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-09-28

samoans are asking New zealant for home rule.