Norwich Bulletin Newspaper, December 11, 1909, Page 12

"COAL AND LUMBER, COAL Winter with a large “W” Blew in Wednesday It will come along now each week a little more severe: Retter Coal up now and keep plenty on hand from this day forward. E. CHAPPELL CG. Central Wharf and 150 Main Street Telephones. Lumber declld THE NORTH POLE has recantly been discovered. The fact that JOHN A. MORGAN & SON was selling the best line of family coal and lumber for bullding purposes wag dis- coveres. in ‘1814 Sl doing business at the Old Stand. Central Wharf. Telephone 884, —— LUMBER The best to be had and at the right Remeémber we always earry a big Nne of Shingles. Call us up and let us tell you about our stock. prices teo. H. F. & A. J. DAWLEY, novisd GOAL Free Burning Kinds and Lehigh ALWAYS IN STOCK. A. D. LATHROP, Offico~cor. Market and Shetucket Sts Teiephone 168-13. oct29a e CALAMITE GOAL Well Seasoned Wood C. H. HASKELL 489 ———— 'Phones ~——— 402 87 Franklin St 58 Thames St may$d SPECIAL THIS WEEK Crystalized Rock and Rye, bottle 65¢ 8 Star Hennessy Brandy, bottle $1.75 8 Star Martell Brandy, bottle $1.75 8chlitz Milwaukee Beer, dozen $1.00 JACOB STEIN, 93 West Main St. Telephone 28-3. BIG OR LITTLE SPOTS and stains of all kinds and sizes may be taken out of clothing by our in- fallible system of Cleaning garments. ‘We thoroughly take out every spot and stain by a non-injurious process that leaves the fabric uninjured in the slightest degree. And we prees the garment back into its original shape again in a short time and charge but little for the service, Lang’s Dye Works, Telephene. 157 Franklin St. nov23d Fancy Native Chickens Faney Native Fowls Fancy Native Ducks Just the thing for Sunday dinner. Apples, Basket Grapes, Malaga Grapes, Oranges, Grape Fruit, Eto. PEOPLE’S MARKET, 6 Franklin St. JUSTIN HOLDEN, Prop. SWITCHES Reduction of 20 per cent. novisd For two weeks only I will sell the regular $2.50 Switches for $2.00 and the $2.00 Switches Tor $1.50. OTTO STABENOW. I7 Broadway novisd AHERN BROS,, General Contractors ‘63 BROADWAY "Bhone 715 Jun3a BROCKLYN. New Rector Settled—Christmas Exer- cises Planned—Papers Read at Wom- an’s Club. John G, Porter of Norwich was the zuest of Mr. and Mrs. Charles J. Rey- riolds over Sunday. The Baptist Sunday, school appointed a committee consisting of Mrs. G. F. Genung, Mrs. George A. Witter, Miss Helen L. Witter and I. W. Chapman, to arrange for the Christmas exercises. B. Y. P. U. Meeting. The B, Y. P. U, was led by the pres- ident, it being consecration meeting; the subject: “Life Lessons for Me from First John.” Mr. and Mrs. J. Sprague Bard have returned home after an absence with friends for a few weeks. Settled in Parsonage. Rev. Charles A. Downs occupied the pulpit of the Congregational church Sunday, and Monday his household goods came and he and his family are settled in the parsonage. Woman's Club. The Woman’s club of Brooklyn met Monday with Mrs. Hatch. A paper, “First Continental Congress and Its Effect on England,” was read by Miss Ryan. Short sketches were given by each member about “Great Men of the time.” Misg Charlotte Palmer read a paper on “ ers Glass Work- Mrs. John Fallon and children, who have been spending several weeks with Mr. and Mrs. DeWitt C. Peck, has re- turied to their home in Boston. Mrs. DeWitt C. Park has been in Boston the past week, accompanying her daughter and chidren. _Unclaimed Letters. The following letters are advertised at this office: Eva Levanaka, Lester Hennls, Fred Delhonne. CHAPLIN. Coflgngdlonnl Sundny School Plans Concert — Observance -at Christian Mission Chapel. A special town meeting 4s called at the town building Saturday at 2 p. m. Mrs. Evangeline Fleming who has been with the Willlams family for sev- eral weeks goes to Philadelphia this week to fill an Important engagement. The Congregational Sunday school, F. W. Martin superintendent, will have a Christmas tree and concert at the church on Christmas eve. The Sunday school connected with the Christian Mission chapel at South Chaplin are to have a Christmas tree and exercises on Christmas night. J. Wilbur Lanphere is clerking four days In the week for Merchant Win- fleld J. Phillips, helping out with the increasing trad 'WESTMINSTER Waterbury Teacher S‘n—und for Village | School—Christmas Music. The church social at the parsonage last week was well attended. The Christian Endeavor meeting on | Sunday evening was led by Deacon Charles Barstow. Miss Ingram of Mystic substituted as teacher in the village school the st week. Mr. Hoscar of Waterbury been secured as teacher and will in his duties Monday morning. rs. George Rathbun visited rela- tives In Moosup one day last week. Mrs. William Rollinson attended church here Sunday morning. Tetters were granted to Mr. and Mrs. Charles Coulter of New Haven from this church last Sunday morning. The Christmas music for the concert will be rehearsed on Saturday evening under the direction of Mrs. Goff and Mrs. Linnell. PHOENIXVILLE Auction—Fur Dealer Around Collecting Pelts. Miss Elsie Dickey is visiting rela- tives in Boston. C. P. Latham has moved to the Ad- ams place. A number from here attended An- thony Prince's auction at West Wood- stock. He formerly lived here, being employed hy W. G. Holman. A. L. Will has been buying furs this week. Eastford Keeps, the constable at this end of the town, is busy most of the time. 0. H. Latham spent Tuesday in Put- nam and Danielson. CLARK’S CORNERS Attended Pomona Grange—Recovering from Blood Poisoning. Several from here attended Pomcna grange at Willimantic Saturday. Mrs. Allen Jewett and sister, Mrs. Greene of Norwi¢h, are in Boston vis- iting their sister of that place. Jerry Sullivan, who has been suffer- ing from blood poisoning is improving. Fielder Neff of North Windham was at home on Sunday. NORTH WINDHAM. Mr. and Mrs. D. E. Colburn enter- tained recently Miss C. N. Turner of Gurleyville, C. J. Church and family of Chaplin, Prosecuting Attorney U. G. Church and wife of Waterbury. Mrs. Wilbur Stevens spent the day in Chaplin Tuesday. Nachaug band gave an oyster sup- per for the benefit of the band on Sat- urday evening, the 4th, at the hall. A good sum was netted. THOMPSON Mrs. Leon Walsh of Webster is vis- iting relatives in town. Clifford Green was given a surprise party on his birthday last week. Asa M. Ross spent a day in Wor- cester last week, The social at Edith Loge?'s Satur- day night was well attended. Music by the orchestra and a quartette from East Putnam was enjoyed. Over $6 was taken in for the young people's society. - ! ONECO. Rev. and Mrs. Samuel Thatcher spent Tuesday in Putnam and Wednesday in Plainfield. Mrs. Fred Whitford visited her mother, Mrs. R. A, Sherman, on Ster- ling Hill Monday. Mrs, Fred@ Parker returned to her home in Westerly last Sunday. Mrs. D. 8. Kenyon and Mrs. Willlam Ié‘er;yon spent Tuesday in Providence, WILSONVILLE Miss Hattie Jennings visited her sis- ter in New Boston one day last week. Mr. Stead, who injured his hand in a buzz saw some time ago, turned to work. has re- From being at one time little more than an insignificant village, Bradford Is now the largest city in the largest wool center in the world. In 1850 the imported wool amounted to 93,000,000 unds, valued at £3,250,000 (315,58 po! 125), while in 1907 the quantity i ported amounted to 48: 000 Taluad at 22280000 (3107053500 4 © l STORRS. Cadet Battalion Presented With Stand of Colors by College — Mansfield Grange Elects Officers—F ootball . —_— At the regular drill on Monday, Dec. 6, President Charles L. Beach, acting for the college, presented the cadet ‘battalion with a stand of colors con- sisting of the AmericAn and Connecti- cut state flags. While the battalion was drawn up in line President Beach made a brief presentation gpeech, giv- ing the colors to Maj. H. D. Edmond, who recelved them for the battalion. and gave them in charge to the color sergeants. After a short speech of ac- ceptance, the third company, in com- mand of Captain Bundage, led by the cadet band, escorted the colors to their place in line. Following the escort to the colors, the battalion was reviewed by President C. L. Beach, E. M. Stoddard, who hag been work- ing for the horticultural department for the past year, has secured a posi- tion as assistant to Dr. G. P. Clinton, botanist of the Connecticut agricultural experiment station at New Haven. At the annual election of officers for Mansfield grange, No, 64, Monday, Dec, 6, the following were elected: Master, E. B. Fitts; overseer, H. D. Edmond; lecturer, C. J. Grant; steward, A. T. Stevens; assistant steward, H. L. Gar- ingue; ehap]xm. T. A. Clinton; treas— urer, C. D. Jarvi ucrahry, C. A ‘Wheeler; gatekeepe: Julius Ha child; Pomona, Cora Grant; Cere Ethel Walker; Flora, Edna Potter; lady assistant ste , Mrs. Wheeler. The football dance was held in col- lege hall on Friday, Dec. 3. This was the first large dance of the year. Tae hall was tastefully decorated with ‘bunting, banners and footballs. Music was furnished by Helmold’s orchestra. The patronesses were Mrs. Lawson, Mrs. Clinton, Mrs. Trueman, Mrs, Wheeler and Mrs. Stoneburn. The grand march was led by E. R. Forbush accompanied by Miss Edna Butler. Among those from the college who attended the meeting of the state board of agriculture in New Haven were President C. I. Beach, Profs, L. A. Clinton, Frederick Stonmeburn, J. N. Tlruemn. H. L. Garrigue, C. D. Jar- vis. SPRING HILL Notes of the Week—Grip Cold Preva- lent. Snook and niece, Miss left here Wednesday to visit relatives in Vernon Center. A party of young folks from here attended the sale at lh.mlfleld Center church Wednesday evening, C. C. Davis furnishing team. Prof. C. A. Wheeler and family were calling on friends recently. Grip cold seems to be the fashion at present; almost everyone is complain- ing of one. Miss Susie Johnsen of College Point, N. Y., returned home Friday. Mrs. Joseph Schilling and daughter Mildred left here recently to be away until after the holidays. Gilbert Storrs is away in New York on business. Mrs. W. A. Wild is on the sick list again and is under the doctor’s care. Miss Lillian Havens of Norwich drove here from that place in their team, their automobile being in the paint shop. BOLTON NOTCH Post Office Books Inspected—At Hart- ford Hospital for Operation—Sail for Italy. Mrs. Addie Bessie Scism, Mrs, Elmer Hotchkiss is at the St. Francid hospital at Hartford where she will soon be operated on for a tumor, Hiram Loomis is seriously ill at the home of Mrs. Josephine Lombard. Master Walter Miner is suffering with an attack of appendicitis. Dr. and Mrs. C. N. Hale of Spring- fleld made a short call on friends in town Wednesday. The two Italian railroad men, Nick and George sailed for their home in Italy Thursday. James Jefferson is quite sick at the club house. He has a bad attack of pneumonia. A post office inspector was in town Wednesday going over the books of the local office. SGUTH COVENTRY Attended Boston Banquet—Sale and Supper. Mr, and Mrs. A. Kingsbury and Mr. and Mrs. L. A. Kingsbury attended the annual banquet of the box manufac- turers in Boston on the 8th. Among those who attended the D. A. R. whist club in Willimantic on Wed- nesday were Mrs. J. M. and Mrs. Will- jiam Flood, Mrs. L. and Mrs. Mary Ma. son, Mrs. F. J. Tracy, Mrs. Isham, Mrs, Latimer, Mrs. Champlin and Mrs. Hall. There was a sale and supper by the ladies’ aid society of the M. E. church on Wednesday evening. Mrs. Henry and Miss Grace Wash- burn were Hartford visitors Tues- day. Miss Lizzie McGee Mrs. J. McFarland’s. GILEAD Christmas Exercises at Tenth District School—Summoned to Rockville. is visiting at A number from town were in Rock- ville Wednesday, being summoned to testify in the case of the State vs. J. H. Stutt. The Ladies’ Aid society met Thurs- day afternoon with Mrs. Clara Hanner. C. O. Miner and family are making preparations to move to the house which _he purchased’ of the estate of J. H. Buell. A ramm by the name of Thorpe of Darubury recently moved to the John Sumner house. The teacher and pupils in the Tenth district are making preprarations for a Christmas exercise to be held at the schoolhouse in that district next Thurs- day evening. STAFFORD. Grange Elects Officers—Visitors of the Week. Mrs. S. H. Ellery and daughter are guests of Mrs. Cyril Johnson. Rev. S. P. Booth of Chester, Vt, spent a few days in town. Miss Ethel Rollinson of Montpelier, Vt., was the guest of her parents dur- ing the Thanksgiving recess. The Stafford grange met Tuesday evening to elect officers for the coming year. ‘William Brown is home from Albany Business weeks' vacation. L. Depeau reeovering from an ill- ness which confined him to the house for several days. the college for a two- MANSFIELD DEPOT. Holiday Sale—Additions to Church Membership, The ladies of the Baptist church held a sale of fancy articles on Wed- nesday evening. There was a fish pond for the amusement of the chii- dren. Coffee, dougnuts and sandwich- es were on sale. Siz persons were reccived inle the voice to the choir, and has faithful attendant upon the meu of the church. Mrs. Carr has been capable helper in the aid demult. STAFFORDVILLE Committee for Christmas Observance— Norwich Preacher for Sunday— Found Dead in Bed. Mrs. Elsle Belcher Allard has been 1 Mrs. Della West is spendin l. few adys with friends in Somersville, Mass. Mrs. Walter Baker of Hartford with her mother, Mrs. Willlam Pomr last week Wednudly Mrs. George Colley is lpendlng a few days vith Mrs. A. Chaj who has been ill but is improving. Mr. and Mrs. E. J. Roberts of Ply- mouth, Mass, have recently been ‘spendlnt a few days with relatives in own. Mr. and Mrs. James Putnam and two children have returned from their visit with Lis parents in Winchester, N. H. John Tonon of Stafford Springs has purchased the house of J. H. McCar- thy vacated by F. M. fir Rev. J. H. Newland of Norwich will preach in the Methodist church at 7 o'clock next Sunday evening. The committee for the Christmas tree and exercises at the M. E, church are as follows: Music, Mrs. J. H. Mc: Carthy; recitations, Mrs. Robert Wi liams; decorating, Misses Nellie Du; dale and Bertha Belcher; chases, Mrs, Lizie Hanner. Theodore M. Lyon received word on Tuesday that his brother, Leander Lyon of Mansfleld Four Corners was found dead in bed that morning. Rev. Robert Williams preached a powerful sermon in the Methodist church last junday morning, the theme being: “Personality;” text, Gen. 12:1. Mr. Williams i{s a very capable and interesting speaker. WILLINGTON Congregational Pastor Omits Service Because of Iliness—Local People at New Haven Meeting. Rev. Austin Gardner was indisposed on Saturday, so the church was not opened Snndly morning. He is much Mystic Young Lady'- Whistling Pleas: 'l'hs anhmlnmcn ven under the of the Ladies’ Ald society on evening of last week was a pro- Fi ene o songs, tations, was rendered. The feature of the entertain- ment was the solo whistll: Marion Clyde of Mystic, whic! thusiastically encored. The singing of Ruth and Edith Lyman was also very fine. After the entertainment a supper was urved. The affair netted $30. C. Robinson attended the meet- bric-a-brac and On Sunday, D Dectmber 5 Mrs. John Barber was upon and beaten by ,‘zxonh‘ndw homeuun.m.togouMm the HIIL The son rem:m:’ aftern ith the m‘ rs. Barber tce lpcnt the ln l.nothcr direction \!fon tom- Bliven's, about four mlleu dgunt returning just before he found upon entering her hcmt that it had been broken Into and several pleces of furniture, some between $90 and $100 in money, -beside valuable papers, had ‘been taken, The bed in her sleeping room had been disa: the door Y. The W. 8. S. E. met with Mrs. Ray- mond Squier on Thursday and enjoyed a turkey dinmer. To Reward Generous Donors. The new iron gates of the West stret cemetery have been erected. The ladies are preparing an oyster supper for the men who so generously assist- ed In the work. The supper will be given at the home of Mrs. Willlam H. Buell, BOLTON Mrs. Josephine M. Summner was in Hartford recently the guest of her aunt. The ladies of the Congregational church are sewing for a fair and hand- kerchief_sale. Rev. James Roberts gave an inter« esting talk Sunday evenlng o "“Relig~ fons of the Chinese.” A post office inspector inspected the post office in town Wednesday. WASHINGTON COUNTY, R. L. HOPKINTON School Committee Meets—Probate Court Matters—Town Council Busi- ness. The regular monthly meeting of the school committee was held at the home of the secretary, Miss Clara A. Olney, Monday morning at Hope Valley with all the members present. Bills were ordered paid to the amount of $49.88. The secretary was authorized to adver- tise for bids for enumerating the school children in town during January, 1910, all bids to be in her hands on or be- fore Dec, 25th, 1909. The committee adjourned to Dec. 27th, at 2 o'clock better. Miss Gardner led the Endeavor | P- ™ meeting, which was held in the Con- gregational chapel. Rev. Mr. Darrow voiced the sentiment of the congrega- tion in sending regrets and sympathy to Mr. Gardner. A business meeting was held at the close of the season for prayer and conference. At the Baptist church the pastor perfaced the service by alluding to the fact that it was just a year since he first came to Willington and spoke ap- preciatively of uniform kindness and consideration that had been shown to himself and Mrs. Darrow. Communion was obesrved and the righthand of fellowship extended to Mr. and Mrs. Elmer Mathews, Willie Cleveland and Charles Lyon. Mr, and Mrs. Geo: A. Cosgrove went Monday to New ven to attend a three days’ meeting of the state board of agriculture. Mrs. Cosgrove remained there as a guest of her friend, Mrs. Burton, and Mr. Cosgrove went to New York, Newark, N. J.,, and As- bnry Park, to visit friends. They ex~ pect to return early next week. Two students from Storrs walked up to church Sunday morning, remained to Sunday school, much enjoying Mr. Cosgrove’s class, and later went to Cozycroft to dinner. MASHAPAUG Schools Open After Week’s Vacation— Personals. Mr, and Mrs. Oliver Howlett of Hol- land visited relatives in town Sunday. The Cleveland house is rapidly near- ing completion, paper hangers being at work there now. The schools in town were closed all of Thanksglving week. Miss Irene Kelly, teacher at district No. 4, passed her vacation with her parents in Southbridge, Mass. Mr. and Mrs, Harold Smith were in Boston recently. “The cottage recently sold by F. Moore is being jacked up ready for re- moval to Westville, Mass. The old blacksmith' shop and other buildings around the house are already torn iio;én. so that the lumber can be util- zed. Miss Belle Moore was home the last of last week on a brief visit. The assessors have begun their fall work of assessing property in town. Bert Howlett passed Saturday and Sunday last with his uncle, Adelbert Howlett, of Worcester. Alfred Siswick has resigned at H. R. Howard's and has left town. Harry Stone led the C. E. meeting Sunday night. A large number at- tended. COLUMBIA Missionary Society’s Annual Meeting— Fined for Assault. Madison Woodward has been drawn to serve as juror from this place at the December team of superior court at Rockville. Mr. and Mrs. Warren A. Collins spent several days in East Hartford recent- ly. The Woman’s Missionary soclety held its annual meeting and mite box open- ing last Tuesday afternoon. The as- sociation numbers about 30 members. The contributions for mission purposes during the past year amounted to $81. On Monday Abraham Mantel was brought before Justice J. N. Clarke, charged with assault on Meyer Bit- tan. The accused pleaded gullt: was fined $1 and costs, amount $15.67. The Success club held a meeting at Yeoman's hall on Friday evening. TURNERVILLE. Louis Rathbun‘s Newfoundland dog was struck by a freight train Friday morning breaking its leg in two places. The bones have been set and the animal is recovering from its in- juries. Mrs. T, R. Prentice has returned from a visit with her parents in Staf- ford Springs. Mrs. W. E. and Mrs. D. F. Jaquith spent Monday with relatives in South Coventry. Mrs. Hattie Whipple made a busis ness trip to Middletown Saturday. 1. Ruchman has moved to chester. and g to MOUNT HOPE F. M. Young of New York spent Sun- day 4t the homestead here. fir« Fred Copeland is at her home for two weeks. Miss Mattie Copeland is keeping house in her absence. mv Bertram Bu‘bee was the guest of ‘Mrs. Bacon and Moore last Friday and Saturday. At the probate court Monday after- noon Frank E, Nichols was appointed administrator de bonmls non with will annexed on the estate of his father, George H. Nichols, deceased, as Mrs. Nichols, widow of said deceased, and executrix of his will, had died before settling the estate. John M. Barber, aHrry A. Spencer and Edgar T. Spen- cer were appointed appraisers on the estate. . 'The account of Viola M. Burdick, guardian of her minor son, George L. Burdick, was referred to Jan. 3d, 1919, with order of notice. The inventory of the estate of Jona Reynolds was received and ordered re- corded. The account of Charles J. Greene, administrator on the estate of Philip Rexroth, deceased, was allowed and ordered recorded and the administrator granted permission to make distribu- tion of the estate. Henry H. Crandall was appointed commissioner on the insolvent estate of Lavelle Browning and six months were allowed creditors to file their claims, The town council Monday afternoon granted orders on the town treasurer to the amount o £$469.76. The town sergeant, George H. Bar- ber, reported the opening of Knight and Palmer streets at Ashaway, ac- cording to law. The council as a board of canvassers canvassed the voting list to be used at the special financial town meeting Dec. 9th. Charles R. Kenyon and wife spent Saturday evening at the home of Rev. E. P. Mathewson. Halsey C. Kenyon of Boston, Mass,, and lady friend called at the home of his father, Charles Kenyon, Sunday afternoon. Judge Burke of Westerly was a call. er in town Monday afternoon. Mrs. George E. Reynolds of North Stonington is visiting at the home of John E. Wells. WEEKAPAUG. Deer Seen in Dooryard—Newsy Notes of Qho Week. The Ocean Vlew W. C. T. U. will meet Wednesday afternoon, Dec. 15, at tha home of Mrs. William Tourjee, 89 Grove .avenue, Westerly. Each member {8 requested to carry a jar of fruit or jell, to be given to Mr. Smith, who has charge of the city mission. The Club of Ten met at the home of Mrs Henry Mitcheil at Quonocontaug. A very pleasant time was enjoyed. After the business part of the pro- gramme a soclal time was enjoyed. Refreshments were served by Mrs. Mitchell and daughter Carrie. Mr. and Mrs. George H. Noyes are living with their sister, Mrs, G. T. Col- lins, for thq winter. Deer are getting very plentiful in this vicinity. Mrs. W. C. Rathbone looked out of the window one day and saw two deer lying down in their door- yard. Mr. and Mrs. Charles Stone of Clark’s Falls were callers In this vi- cinity one day last week. Mr. and Mrs. E. B. Langworthy were calling on Mrs. G. T Comns Tuesday. ARCADIA Aged Resident Suffers Paralytic Shock —Social and Dance. Frank E. Paine and Louis H. Knox of Warwick Neck, R. I, emjoyed the vleasures of hunting at the Locust Ridge farm three days this week. Perry Bates, an aged resident of this place, who has Dbeen ill a long time, suffered a paralytic stroke a few days ago and §s now in a serious condition. Edward <. Thornley and family moved to Tefft Hill, Richmond, R. L, Monday. E. M. Tillinghast and family will re- move to Boston, Mass., to stay during the winter. Mr. and Mrs. William T. Barber are vl-mng their daughter, Mrs. Ralph ¥, Kenne of New York. Miss Lottie Barber gave a soclal and dance last Saturday evening which was attended by a large number of invited guests. USQUEPAUGH Sunday Sehaol Prop-rmg for Concert and Christmas Tree. Services were held In the church Sunday morning. In the evening the Jpastor held a meeting in the chapel at West Kingston. The Sunday school here is preparing to have a concert and Christmas tree, Christmas eve. A chicken supper was held in the wvestry last Thursday evening. The net proceeds were nearly $11. G. 8. James L R L e S TR R P e AR TR b BT a3 R 1S SRR AT S b SIS, DR SR L BI Bst 5 AL AT R F 1S B b S T B e AL Frils = TSt HIEI A S in the dining room uvln. ‘been brok- en open. Mrs. Barber concluded, upon the ar- rival of her son, not to disturb any- thin, She said she would go aver to Gardner’s and get her husband and have him sign the postoffice report which must be sent the 6th. Mrs. Bar- ber is assistant postmaster. She started alone, went to Barber's house at Greene Corners, sav/ her hus- band enter, stepped up and rapped. and there be g no response opened the door and stepped in and asked for her husband. The old woman set upon her and Mrs. Barber soon over- powered her, when she was n set upon by Gardner Barber beaten with a club. Mrs. Barber's cries of murder were heard by her son from her house, but he did not reach there in time to ren- der any assistance, This occurred at the Sally Brainerd house at Greene Corn on Ten Rod road. The assallants are old people, over 70 years of age, father and moth-, er of Mrs. J. Barber's husband. re were five drunken men in that house- at_the time, These people no doubt knew she had taken an open letter to the town councilman to be read on the 6th in- stant at its meetin» complai a nuisance belng kept dy Gtrdn ber In two abandoned farm houses. These places have a bad |nfl‘len on the young people hmabwtl are a menace to law-abiding cflhm. These men, hangers-on, are not gen of the neighborhood, but those zn- ing from adjacent villages, buy or and other liquors sold at these ] aand keep drunk most of the e. One does not need a government 1i- cense to sell sweet cider a produet of his farm in gallon lots and not desnk on his nmhes. Mrs. J. Barber immediatel .wo {o Hopa Valley to the home H. Barber, .‘erlfl of anu county, where she was hozluu celved, a doctor summon " Neat morming she went to Kingaho ext morning e wen! o o to the home of Judge Lewis, where she had been summoned to answer {0 a charge against her son brought by Gnrdner Barber. The charge Is dr- facing a tree on undivided pr of her husband and said Gardne ber. Mrs. J. Barber bas possesslon of the proge Gardner Barber and his lun-lt-.w Herbért E. Lewis, knew her d tion and sneaked ahead and got out a warrant for Mrs. J. Barber, thinking her a stranger, alone and friendless, in western Rhode Island, and they could see her committed to Kingston county jall in default of security, She called Providence influential friends and money came to her ald, more than was needed. After the er« deal was passed Mrs. Barber collupsed and now lies seriously ill at the heme of George H. Barber in Hope Valley, well cared for by these kind peopley and attended by a doctor. RICHMOND v On Tuesday, Dec. 7, the Clark's Millg W. C, T. U. met with Mrs. Willlam Me« Donald at Kenyon. The meeting was called to order by the president, Mrs 8. R. Dawley, who conducted the de« votional exercises. Mrs. J. O. president of the Fourth district W. T. U., was present and comrib*a much to the interest of the meet! by her account of the national conve: ny that being the subject of the meeting, The rollcall was responded to in the usual manner, many of the responses being selections of scripture. The text word for the meeting was Labor. Mrs, Babcock gave a short report of the meeting of the executive board which was held in Providence. Baltimorae was decided on as the place in which the next annual national convention will be held. She also spoke of ths medal contest work. Several selection' on temperance were read by those present. A solo was sung by Mm, Al bert Hoyle, Scatter Sunshine by the Way. A poem was read by Mrs. 8. R, Dawley, Welcome at the National Convention, which was followed by singing Blest Be the Tie. A eoflece tion was taken and t)w meeth. ad- ourned with the W. C. banedic« fon, after which Mrs .\lrl)nnnld served refreshments. The Ladies’ Ald society conmscted with the Baptist church at Shasneck held a Christma ale and served o bean supper Fri evening in the vestry of the church. Music was give en by lhe Kenyon barnd. ROCKVILLC Mrs. Willlam Hammond of Wiekfor§ has been the guest of her parents, Mr and Mrs. Jared G. Burber. A new skeipn winder has arrived a§ the Moscow mill for use in the weave ing department for wind“f the fillling. Charles Seunders of Wickford was the guest of friends here Sunday, James Austin, road commisgioner, has been cutting brush and othesrwisé improving-the highway.