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Morgan County Democrat. (McConnelsville, Ohio) 1886-1943, 1940-02-15
REAL ESTATE FAILS TO SELL

The real estate of the late George
Smith, Meigsville township, was Of
fered at administrators sale, in
four separate tracts, Saturday. One
tract of 18 acres sold. It was
bought by George Spencer for $120.
It was appraised at $3.50. No bids
were received on the other three
tracts, which in all contain about
AZ acres
Morgan County Democrat. (McConnelsville, Ohio) 1886-1943, 1940-02-15
Deaths Toll

Feb. B to ID, 1910 = {
Mrs. Fred Dover, McConnelsvilIes
Jennie Violet Harlan, Duncan Fails
J. w. Cunningham, McConnelsTfile
Chas. Samuel Mathency, SaltillO.us,
William A. Johnson, Hosseau. ssg
George A. Updike, Stockport.
Mrs. Emma Davis, GAINESVILLE. E
Leslie Rainer, Sharpsburg.
Mira. VIM. G. Tawcett, Chesterhill.
Morgan County Democrat. (McConnelsville, Ohio) 1886-1943, 1940-02-15
A. S. HERZER CANDIDATE
FOR CLERK OF COURTS

A. S. Herzer, service director Of
GAINESVILLE, has announced his cam
didacy for clerk of courts of Mus
kingum county, on the Republican
ticket. Herzer is affiliated with the
Black faction of the Republican par
ty. He is a former resident at this
place, and for number of years
was employed here with the Stan
berry pharmacy. His wife will be re-
membered as Miss Georgia Brent,
and he is brother-in-law of F. w.
Cochran, of this place.
Morgan County Democrat. (McConnelsville, Ohio) 1886-1943, 1940-02-15
LOCAL REPRESENTATIVE
TO ASSIST LECTURER
AT FOOD INSTITUTE

During the programs of the 1910
Gasco Food Institute, Miss Esther
Roehm, Food Lecturer, will be ably
assisted by Miss Dorothy Duncan.
Miss Duncan is home service repre-
sentative of the Gas Company in
this community and as such, she is
well qualified for her part in this
outstanding food event which is to
be presented February 5 and 16 at
the NJ & NJ high school auditorium
Morgan County Democrat. (McConnelsville, Ohio) 1886-1943, 1940-02-15
G. w. PARTESIUS INJURED

George w. Berry Partesius, for
many years bridge tender here, was
seized with dizzy spell Tuesday
morning while crossing the bridge
here He fell asd sustained a bad
laceration on his head near the
temple, and cuts on his hands,
knees and cheek
Morgan County Democrat. (McConnelsville, Ohio) 1886-1943, 1940-02-15
HIGH EXPENDITURES FOR
STATE GOVERNMENT

State government expenditures in
Ohio for 1899 reached the stagger-
ing sum of $292,3O5,2O4.85, accord
ing to a statement released from the
office of State Auditor Joseph T..
Ferguson. In 1898 the annual total
was $269,234,588.62, and in 1897,
$288,117,989.70. The comparative
condensed statement was prepared
to give citizens of Ohio fair Pfc
ture of such governmental expendi-
lures for the years 1887, 1898 and
1899
Morgan County Democrat. (McConnelsville, Ohio) 1886-1943, 1940-02-15
HERSCHEL D. PARMITER
IN AUTO WRECK

Herschel Parmiter of this place,
was in an automobile accident Sat
'urday, ,neak Cambridge, when MS
maclli6e cOllided with a car from
Pennsylvania. Mr.. Parmiter suner-
ed Injuries about his chest and face.
His car, new Studebaker coupe,
was badly damaged. Mr.. Parmiter
is employed with the Morrison Mo-
tor company, zanesville. 1.sh
Morgan County Democrat. (McConnelsville, Ohio) 1886-1943, 1940-02-15
PENNSVILLE AAA FARMERS
INSTITUTE

The Pennsville AAA Farmers
Institute will be held in the Penn
township school house, Tuesday ev-
ening. Feb. 20, beginning at Z
O'Clock: Music; invocation; The fu-
ture OF farming, James F.. Hum;
duet; DR.. and Mrs. c.. VI. Davis:
1910 farm program, the county
COMMITTEES; singing: questions, by
the farm operators and oFnerss
music talk, Miss Ruth sKnoch;
benediction. -Ermil Newsom, Chmn.
Morgan County Democrat. (McConnelsville, Ohio) 1886-1943, 1940-02-15
Miss Effie Gregg Better

Miss Effie Gregg, near Malta, who
spent couple of days last week at
Memorial hospital, Marietta, for
observation, having had symptoms
Of appendicitis, has returned home,
and is showing definite improve
ment.
Morgan County Democrat. (McConnelsville, Ohio) 1886-1943, 1940-02-15
TAX BOOKS TO CLOSE
FEBRUARY ~

Owing to weather conditions. we
viii continue collection of real es-
tate taxes until Feb. "a. Please
keep this date In mind, as no fir-
ther time will be given.-Lionel G..
Roberts. County Treasurer.
Morgan County Democrat. (McConnelsville, Ohio) 1886-1943, 1940-02-15
ROTARIANS HAVE FATHER
AND SON BANQUET

The McConnelsvilleM Malta Rotary
club sponsored father and son
banquet at the Malta hotel, last Fri
day evening. In all SO were pres
ent. The guest speaker was Atty
Tom Summers of Marietta.
Morgan County Democrat. (McConnelsville, Ohio) 1886-1943, 1940-02-15
GUILTY OF NoNasUPPoRT

When arratgredl An Juvenile court
charged With / shoh hssupport bfe his
child, Earl Ferguson, 18.z0f Sharon,
pleaded guilty On promise to pay,
he was given suspended sentence.
William Norris, FL, OF Malta.
who pleaded guilty to like charge,
Is IN JAIL.
Morgan County Democrat. (McConnelsville, Ohio) 1886-1943, 1940-02-15

Lexington, 1856. In addition to
the league games. M. & M. play
ed Berholtz, Newcomerstown. and
Barnesville, winning them all
In the league games M. & MS
points total 458; non-league
games, 1856; their opponents in
the league, 1923; opponents in
montague games, 95.
Reserves Undefeated
The Little Reds reserves have
been undefeated this season,
having played II league games
Morgan County Democrat. (McConnelsville, Ohio) 1886-1943, 1940-02-15

iorie Watson and Glenna Watson,
files petition to sell real estate to
pay and discharge liens thereon.
said sale. to, be private and for not
less than $50.
q The Will of John w. Cunningham,
late Of McConnelsville, has been
filed for probate ar.9..
j7o RECORDERS OFFICE
. Irene e. and Martin T.iePiatt to
Irene Genive Courderaysfo1 109.04,
Deerfleld township.
I Moses II. Van Horn, deceased, to
Karl Van Horn, 100 acres, Union
township, certificate Tor transfer.
Morgan County Democrat. (McConnelsville, Ohio) 1886-1943, 1940-02-15

Out of the IL league games
played, M. & M. lost three Of
them-namely, Philo, Caldwell
and New Lexington. However,
they defeated every team in the
league Teams in the league
are: Caldwell, New Lexington,
New Concord, Glouster. Philo,
Crooksville and M. & M.
The highest individual scorer
in the league was Richard Stew
ard, of M. & NJ, with 210 points;
next highest, Walters, of New
Morgan County Democrat. (McConnelsville, Ohio) 1886-1943, 1940-02-15

A. w. Shinn, 88, who suffered a
slight /, +, stroke last week, remains
about, the same. His son, Howard
Shinn. OF Washington. Is with him.
Morgan County Democrat. (McConnelsville, Ohio) 1886-1943, 1940-02-15
FREE SMOKER

The Morgan County Fish and
Game club will hold a free smoker
at the Legion hall, Wednesday even
ing. Feb. q. Entertainment Re
freshments
Morgan County Democrat. (McConnelsville, Ohio) 1886-1943, 1940-02-15
CHANGES AT DOCTORS, OFFICE

DIR. C. e. and Dr. Edgar Northrup
are making some, changes in their
office this week and are installing a
new X-ray and microscope unit fer
diagnostie purposes.
Morgan County Democrat. (McConnelsville, Ohio) 1886-1943, 1940-02-15
Medical Society Meeting
Postponed

The annual meeting of ythe Nor
gan County Medical association
which was to have been held last
evening in the high school auditor
ium, with DR.. Harry LeFever as
speaker, was postponed on account
of the bad weather. Gre se.
Morgan County Democrat. (McConnelsville, Ohio) 1886-1943, 1940-02-15

WITH COMMISSIONERS

Petition presented by w. A. Up.
dixie, ct al, asking for vacating OF
road in Union township, is ordered
filed. Viewing on same, Feb. "a;
final hearing, Feb. 26.
The sum Of $4,000 is transferred
from undivided general to general
fund, to meet current operating ex-
penses
COMMON PLEAS COURT
DiYrce Action
Goldie Iva '.inceEt files suit fol
divorce against John Eldon Vim
cent Grounds alleged are gross
neglect of duty and extreme cruel
ty. They were married in 1921
and have four children, the oldest
IS; the youngest, six. Plaintiff
states that for several years de
fendant has frequently used intox-
icating liquors to excess and while
under the influence thereof has
abused plaintiff, causing her physi-
cal injury and endangering her
health. Plaintiff alleges that de-
fendant spends a large portion OF
his income for drink and for his
own pleasure, when there was need
of clothing, food and necessities of
life at home; says that because OF
his conduct she and the children
have often been caused to obtain
public and private charity for their
needs; whereas defendant has earn
ed sufficient income to have taken
care of their needs, had he expenG-
ed the same properly. Plaintiff says
she is now separated from defend
ant and she intends to hereafter
live separate and apart from him.
She asks for custody and control of
their youngest child. Ruby Vincent
Suit for Money
The Miller Undertaking and Fur
niture company has filed suit
against Ernest D. Norris, in which
judgment is asked in the sum OF
S2O6.75, and costs, alleged due on
account
PROBATE COURT
Martha Lambert as guardian Of
Shirley Ann Lambert, minor, files
first partial account. Said guardian
who has collected the sum of $517.-
20, is allowed the sum of $25.86 as
fee for compensation.
Inventories Approved
Inventory is approved in the es~
tate of Everton j. Arrick, deceased.
Total appraisement of assets, $751;
61344, of which $12,714.50 is in
stocks and securities; $2,398.40, ac-
counts and debts receivable; and
real estate, $500. Clara d. Ar
rick is administrative, and H. 3.
Sharp, S. A. Finley and F. B. Kraps,
appraisers.
In the matter of the estate Of
Moses H. Van Horn, deceased, au-
thority to transfer real estate, 120
acres. Union township, to Karl H.
Van Horn, son, to whom same pass
es. Inventory is approved in said
estate, which shows total appraise-
ment of $4,241.07, of which $558 is
in personal goods; $1,603.07, stocks
and securities, and $2,O8O, real es-
tate. Karl Van Horn is executor,
and Roy Chappelear, Emery Wells
and Homer d. Pierce, appraisers.
Estate of Louis B. Strong. of the
value of $4,000, is not subject to
inheritance tax. Next of heirs at
law, Jessie L. Harman, daughter,
and Chester S. Strong, son. No in
heritance tax is due on estate Of
Florence R. Strong, which Is of
the value of $4,000. Next of kin
are Chester S. Strong. son, and Jes-
sic L. Harman, daughter No ad-
ministration is being had ON said
estates
F.. N. Watson, guardian of Mar
Morgan County Democrat. (McConnelsville, Ohio) 1886-1943, 1940-02-15

According To announcement,
highways heading, to the heart OF
the Hooking county scenic district
are to be improved during 1910. OF
principal interest fs1 the improve
mAnt Of route 664 which leads from
Logan to Old Mans Care. Other
roads marked Tor improvement In
clude three miles OF route 374;
which leads to Cantweli Cliffs. The
llhaprov 4ml1 M MilIy ne dome J1intly BY
partment. ? iehis 8 s9'4s
Morgan County Democrat. (McConnelsville, Ohio) 1886-1943, 1940-02-15
Mrs. Allen Very I'll

Mrs. Martha Allen Of this place.
who has been very Ill with heart
trouble for q number Of days.
shows no Improvement.
Morgan County Democrat. (McConnelsville, Ohio) 1886-1943, 1940-02-15
TO ASSIST WITH INCOME
TAX RETURNS

A deputy revenue collector will
be at the pnstoffice here Feb. "a
and March Ito assist those filing
income tax returns.
Morgan County Democrat. (McConnelsville, Ohio) 1886-1943, 1940-02-15
Mrs.. Ford III

Mrs. Della Ford. who resides
near Kenney,s grocery. Ia seriously
Ill with erysipelass about her hips.
Morgan County Democrat. (McConnelsville, Ohio) 1886-1943, 1940-02-15

Five Athens county men, charged
with Unlawful acceptance Of poor re-
lief, will be arraigned today before
common pleas judge 90. f., Row
land, Athens. Information against
the men has been filed BY the Ath-
ems county prosecutor.
Morgan County Democrat. (McConnelsville, Ohio) 1886-1943, 1940-02-15

and three non-league games. In
the league they made 365 points
to their opponents, 207; in non
league games 90, to opponents
Sc. The following are the Little
Reds: John Fisher, Vernon Cron-
in, Eugene Mccoy, Leroy Grand
staff, Jerry Rudolph, Robert
Daniel, Richard Spung, Junior
Wilson, Edwin Drake, Bruce An
derson, Robert Benjamin, Virgil
Bingham. Donald Brown and
Dana Ellis.
Morgan County Democrat. (McConnelsville, Ohio) 1886-1943, 1940-02-15

Miss Duncan, also, is available at
the Gas Company at all times to
give council and advice to home
makers on cooking, menu planning,
kitchen arrangement and other
home problems. She may be reach
ed by either visiting or phoning
the Gas Company office in this COM
munity.
Morgan County Democrat. (McConnelsville, Ohio) 1886-1943, 1940-02-15
DiyYrce Action

!. Watson. guardian OF Mar
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-10-05

OCCASIONAL CHAIRS Beau S1 tifully cleaned. On premises.
 Call Birch Bros. 3-8834.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-10-05
sHERIFF's NOTICED

STATE. Of coNNlscTIcuT. COIN. BURY. 0eiobsr g. iSlo,' D. """"' Then ana there bY virtue Of .an ard day oi Oct iQl0 bg AlbeFl ef WalefhuFv. in the matter ef ilsPs lMaan M abrplre ", .golemeh klla. aI iAe Ksells ssl.., nlsn l Real I.l ihs I eils 0si. . jSj9 igsijS A. 4. 'f to ahs kisS' n iaohea Hfn lhis nlaiIep eonsistlDs ns GU nslnfee HDd arDeeFlefs Thf hlg WnierbHfbi
 Alfttli
 thAhk nts e0NAlAa ipsssst Constable
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-10-05
STATE OF CONNECTICUT. DIS

STATE OF CONNECTICUT, DIS-
 PROBATE COURT, September
 30th, 1940.
 ESTATE OF MARIE ANNE ARCHAMBAULT, late of the town of Waterbury, in said district, de- ceased.
 The Court of Probate for the Dis trict of Waterbury, hath limited and allowed six months from the date hereof for the creditors of said es- tate to exhibit their claims for set tlement Those who neglect to pre- sent their accounts. properly att tested, within said time, will be de- barred a recovery. All persons in- debted to said estate axe requested to make immediate payment to
 DORIS A. LA FRANCE, 10-4-St Administratrix, eta.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-10-05

A NEW and completely equipped modern welding school will open in Waterbury shortly. All practical training in both acetylene and elec- tric arc welding. Limited enroll- ment. Arrange for reservations now. For details, write Box A-122, Waterbury Democrat.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-10-05
LIQUOR PEnMIT

NUTICE UF APPLICATION
 This Is to give notice that I, Philip Louis Lemay of 53 Westbury Ave, Watertown, Conn, have filed an ap- piication dated Sept. 2Sth, 1940. with the Liquor Control Commission for a Restaurant permit for the sale of Watertown Ave-, Waterbury, Conn. The business ia owned by Philip Louis Lemay of b3 Westhury Ave. Watert0wn, Conn, and will De con. ductNd by Philip Louis Lemay of 63 WestbuFy Ave, Watertown Conn.,. as permIttee.
 PHILIP LOUIS LuMAY, Dated Sept. seth, iDl0. D-2e-iO.B.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-10-05
Legal Notices
SHERIFFs NOTICE!

STATE of CONNECTICUT. CoUN- TERBURY, Sept, 30th, 1940.
 Then and there by virtue of an execution signed and issued on the 10th day of September, 1940, by Wal ter Norwash, Clerk of the Borough Court of Naugatuck, in the matter of The Naugatuck Fuel Co.,, Inc. vs. Paul LeDuc, will sell at public auction at the public sign post in the City of Waterbury on the 18th day of October, 1940 at 10:00 A. NJ. Standard Time, and then adjourn to 10 Sperry Street in said Water bury, to the highest bidder for cash, one 1888 Ford 1h ton truck.
 Attest:
 DANIEL B. CONNOR, P. O. Box 297 Deputy Sheriff Waterbury, Conn. 10-3-St
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-10-05

MISS MARY KANE CORCORAN Announces the opening of a Stu dio to teach Voice, Elocution, Dra- matics and the Art of Makeup. For appointment dial 4-1991.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-10-05

MIAMI = Via Bus, $17.3O: Steam
 ship, $45.50 Air $7175, Sherman Grtner 14 Bank St. 4-4667
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-10-05
You Can Expect More Results From Your WsnAd In The Democrat
Employment
as sItuaslonu wAnssa-womsn

CURTAINS = An kinds. Washed, stretched, ironed, linens, spreads, scarfs. 54 Burton St. 3-1se2.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-10-05
Automobiles
NeIO Car Dealers
Autonobnss For Sale
PACKARD

FAO KAKD
 Always A Safe Place To Buy" PACKARD TOURING SEDANS 1888 DeSoto Touring Sedan 1889 Hudson Brougham l936 Oldsmobile Touring Coupe 1937 Studebaker Touring Sedan, 1887 Dodge Touring Sedan 1887 Graham Sedan 1885 Ford Roadster 1933 Buick Sedan 1892 Chevrolet Roadster 1892 DeSoto Coupe 1884 Ford Coach 1893 Hupmobile Sedan 1881 Oldsmobile Sedan 1930 Franklin Sedan 1929 Rec Sedan Packard Waterbury, Inc. 482 Watertown Ave. Dial 4-61O9
 Open Evenings
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-10-05

REDUCING-Classes. Mon., Thurs.
 at 6:30 p. rn.; Fri. at 2:30 p. m. Regina Leonard, 73 E. Main. 5-0O15.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-10-05
Announcements
PsrsOnab

Dental Plates Repaireo-S hrs. ST
 Your old Plate made like new up
 CITY DENTAL LABORATORY l6l East Main St Dial S-0686
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-10-05
Dancing Teacher

BEGINNERS Ballroom classes for High School Pupils begin tonight at 7:30 p. m. Advanced class at 8:30 D. m. Regina Leonard, 73 E. Main. (Next to Strand). 5-0015.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-10-05
LIQUOR plslaslnIT n U.

NOTICE 0F APPRECIATION
 EasISa :, Esils, q ,lI' !6s i'sh: ... EN,ss s,.S an application dated Sept, 20, tbl0l wlih lhs llguoR control cQmmia. Sn ,, ..Is ss.ssseh as sIsshslIs ss I,uss rsyl, s Ss ISsd g'sS1sss San rs sgss ssn.ss wslssi swssd bY fnelen lielle of lbe Bobo Lake lfond, Wntffionns eopns hnl VIII bn fhnduolea bT LHflsn Ilolle, Ol lpe NehO llahe lload,, WateFlown, eonns ~ psfialllgf,,.,.., .,..,,.'
 Dated Sept faFd, lbio, bslI@lb.b
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-10-05
Business Service
S1 Business Services Rendered

FOR BETTER SERvICE-Call Rus- sells Waterbury Towel Supply Co.,. 892 East Main St. Dial 5-1377. Coat, Apron and Towel Supplies also In- dustrial Dry Cleaning Service.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-10-05
WE'RE READY!

WE'RE READY! Watertown Ave. is now open and our Used Car Lot is easily accessible on the new road. After being tied-up for 2 months we are now ready to show you not the largest, but the finest selection Of Used Cars in Wa terbury.
 EVERY CAR GUARANTEEDl 1889 Ford Conv. Sedan, Ra- &hQ5 dio, Heater, chrome wheels 1889 Plymouth Dr. Tour. S505 Sedan, Radio and Heater 1936 Plymouth 4 Door S2A5 Sedan. Blue finish ....... 1887 Ford Tudor Sedan, Model 85. Exceptionally clean throughout. Finished in black. Actual HS25 milage only 27,000 .......
 Malcolm w. Starr
 DODGE 6 PLYMOUTH 48l Watertown Ave. 5-1146
 OPEN EVENINGS =
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-10-05
Special Notices

CHESHIRE- Riding Academy, Highland Ave. Tel. 2O67 Cheshire. Special attention given to begin- ners. Trails. Also horses boarded.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-10-05
Educational

s4 Local $ Private Instructor.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-10-05

FUR COATS -Remodeled, restyled and refined. $25 Sternberg, Fur
 rier, 20 East Main. Dial 5-0300. !.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-10-05
HsuDss Tor snls

The Owners have notified me that they will sell the one-family house located at 31 Lone Oak Ave. at M500 with $500 down if 1t is dis posed of immediately. This price is made subject to the approval of the owner.
 HUTCHINSON e HUTCHINSON 195 North Main St Dial 3-44O4
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-10-05

WINDOW CLEANING - You will save money if you send for us
 to do your cleaning. Connecticut Window Cleaning O.. Office, 322 Pine St. Dial 4-4517.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-10-05

DEW HOME-New Harwinton Rd., Torfington. Under new manage ment. Best care, aged, convalescent and chronic. Mrs. Rose Chagnon.
 Tel. 7455.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-10-05

lots, reg. to $2.50. Special, 98c. Surety Paint & Wallpaper O., 163 So. Main St.
The Wilmington morning star., 1940-07-11
100
Legal

STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA:
COUNTY OF NEW HANOVER:
Under and by virtue of the power
Of sale contained in a certain deed of
trust executed by c. F. Borst, unmar.
ried, to K. O. Burgwin, Trustee, on
the first day Of February, 1885, and
recorded in the office of the Regis.
ter of Deeds of New Hanover Coun-
ty in book 225, page PIT, default
having been made in the payment
Of the note secured by said deed of
trust and demand having been made
on the undersigned Trustee by the
holder of the note thereby secured,
the undersigned will offer for sale
to the highest bidder for cash, at
the Court House door in wilmington,
North Carolina, on Tuesday, the 9Th
day of, August, 1910, at IL o'clock
noon, the piece or parcel of land
situate, lying and being in the City
of. Wilmington, County of New Han
over, State of North Carolina, de-
scribed as follows:
BEGINNING at the intersection
of the Northern line of Nets Avenue
with the Eastern line of 21st Street,
runs thence Northwardly along the
Eastern line of 21st Street 113 feet to
the Southern line of an alley; thence
Eastwardly along the Southern line
of said alley and parallel with Nets
Avenue 80 feet; thence Southwardly
and parallel with 21st street 113 feet
to the Northern line of Nets Ave-
nue.; thence Westwardly along the
Northern line of Nets Avenue 33
feet to the point of beginning, same
being lot -, block 10, according to
the map of Carolina Place as the
same is recorded in Book 48, page
1870, in the Register of Deeds office
Of New Hanover County.
Dated and posted this the 5th day
of July, 1910.
K. O. RJJRGWIN. Trustee.
The Wilmington morning star., 1940-07-11
Appreciation
Of American Way Asked

An address on the need for Amer
leans to reaffirm their allegiance
to their nation and it's ideals OF
government was the highlight of
the program of the Civitan club at
the Cape Fear hotel yesterday after
noon.
The address was made by Addison
Hewlett, Jr., who traced the history
of the nation and of its great men
and urged greater patriotism on his
listeners and a greater appreciation
of the values of the American way.
The club voted to cooperate with
other civic clubs in the state in send
ing a Wilmington boy to Boys
State.
The Wilmington morning star., 1940-07-11
BOYD ADDRESSES
KIWANlANS HERE
Port Traffic Manager De.
scribes Efforts Tc Cut
Freight Rates

Henry E. Boyd, manager of the
Wilmington Port-Traffic association,
yesterday told the Kiwanis club
about the development of the port
and increases in port business.
He discussed rate adjustments and
revisions downward effected by the
associations efforts, by which the
volume of commerce has been large
ly increased. In evidence of this he
quoted these figures. tonnage
through the port in 1882 totaled
1874, 9OS tons, in 1898, 2,133,037 tons,
and in 1899. '2,2S3,99S tons.
Boyd had prepared maps of the
Wilmington port area for distribu'
ton to the Kiwanians, for the back
of which he had compiled interest
ing statistics on the harbor, chan
mel, facilities, service, freight lines
and many other items relating to
the ports commerce.
Mrs. J. B. Edwards, Of the Thurs
day Morning Music club, presented
Joseph Rose, who has had the clubs
scholarship for four years., and is
a graduate Of the New Hanover
High school, whose violin solo was
deeply appreciated.
Thomas Wright introduced two
guests, Peter Browne Puffin and
Jack Fulton, of the Southern Phos-
phate company, Of Baltimore. R. j.
Morrison. a member Of the Albany,
N. Y, Kiwanis club, was introduced
by Aaron Goldberg, club president.
Goldberg also announced that the
Brigade Boys camp will open on
Harbor Island on next Monday.