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ndergoes. Sur- . W. J. Sly to gital Cperal Sp-=w at Baptist Church—Coroner’s | inguest Develops Important Fact in Thrift Stamp Drive. the | through the about 70 miles of terri- | hlh the owner, E We m&n ehto left here for Ports- mouth, N.-H. W. E Hepkms of North Scituate is to preach i e services at the Pen- tecostal Sunday. Writes From France. Lorimer Dixon has writteh from France to his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Walter L. Dixon and states that all zoes well with him. District Superintendent W, H. Washburn conferred at the Penteeos- tal church Friday evening with mem- ers relative to a_new pastor, to suc- -eed Rev. H, N, Brown. Director Sly to Speak. Rev. W. J. Sly, director of Sunday land, is to be at the Baptist church here tomorrow. Letters received here tell of the .ar- val in Franceé of Leroy Keech, for- erly a star pitcher for the K[mnn.dly r. cech was married in New York on e just- before safllllg to do his L school baseball team. \n evening intercession service for the Brook\)n boys who have gone t’o s reld each night at Trinity church in France who_ are preparing to go Brooklyn. In the Danger Zone. s. -Helen Dow r son, John, membe > te which he has been attached. ergeant Charles Rapp, a veteran ;Ji n tell, after a that was New York i= visiting her crasin, Thelma Gent- the Spanish war, has arrived i“rance, letters from b’ rney across the ¢ean ithout epecial inci fent. Miss Sarah McF /oy d. v entirely with new fixtures and furnishings. Tire Stolen. par excellence. s Annie L. te from held in New London, May 15-15. Last Call For Loan Subscribers! subscriptions. Will Plan Food Exhibit. Mrs. Vers of the committee are to meet ith the women who are to arrange details for the food exhibit to be held in the town hall. This meeting will come on Wednesday of next week. Congregational Association to Meetat Eastford. The 56th annual meeting of the Windham association of Congregation- al churches is to he held May 14 at the church in Eastford. ALSO A DOUBLE-.HEADER West-bound Freight Which Passed Traing Later in Collision. Coroner A. G. Bill had more rail- road men here Friday morning to tes- tify relative to circumstances” sur- unding the big railroad wreck at Pomatret last month. It has developed that the freight train, traveling west, which passed the trains that figured in the wreck just before they crashed together, was also a double-header freight, but no mention of this fact had previously been mads during the progress of the inquest, though soms of the railroad men must have known it Scouts in Thrift Stamp Drive. Beginning next week Boy Scouts are to conduct a_campaign here t8 further the sale of Thrift stamps. This drive should reach many people who have not found it possible to buy Liberty for. stamps can ‘be purchased cents each, and a child that is active and carefully even if its pen- can become an investor in these dget securities, which help to run chine that is going to whip the Mrs. Mary A. Di Taun! Mass, in her 87th ym,?an;u, e t I Was beyond the nug“ medicine, but District Superintendent at Conference ool work in Connecticut and Rhode has a_letter from who is in France as a of a field battery, in which of proceeding to a new sector the front, ahead of the organization he business glace recently disposed by Tyler V. Andrews is to be closed ks by the new proprietors re-equip it fup, Ekonk, had a obile tire stolen machine within e, the cily of auto- Page has been elected McGregor corps, W. R. department convention, to The hanks here on, ae -~ this Satur- ay evening and prepared to receive Rienzi Robinson and the mem- Probability of Worcester-New Lon- don Trolley Express — Nothing leymen Expecting Wage Increase— Coal Shortage Continues. Evidence continues to multiply that a trolley express service will be in- augurated between Worcester and New London and that Putnam will be one of the main points on the sys- tem. s All men of business who have stnd ied situation agree that there is a gredt field for trolley express service tory which the trolley lines cover and that such a service would speed up transportation in this period of war-- rush when everybody wants more goods than ever were wanted before, and want them in a jiffy. ‘ In connection with the advance talk of the ‘establishment of this service it is rumored here that the trolley peo- ple already are looking over available sites in Putnam for the location of a trolley freight station. Several sites, all close to the Shore Line Electric raflway tracks, will be considered, it is said. What can be done in trolley ex- the Rhode Island daily runs a car into this city from Providence, via East XKillingly- and Elmville. This car always has a heavy consignment of freight and ex- presg matter for this city and. fur- nishes a fast and reliable service. Nothing in P. G. Wright's' Grave. There was curiosity throughout the |city Friday as to what would be re- vealed when the slab covering the grave in which Phineas G. Wright is to be buried was removed, in Grove street cemetery, where stands the fa- mous Wright memorial’ with the in- scription—“Going But Know Not ‘Where.” There have been-many stock stor- ies of the contents ‘of the grave and they have been told for years past un- til they are known to about everyone in Putnam and surrounding towns. Mr, Wright used to laugh 2t some of the stories of the grave's contents when they were first told, but he af- terwards denied some of them and said there never had been any foun- dation for them. All of these stories were finally dis- sipated Friday when the vaulted grave was opened and not a thing was found within it. It was said that Mr. Wright deposited a newspaper and an en- velope containing a letter in the grave just before it was closed after the vaulting had been completed, about a dozen years ago, but if he ever did that thing the papers since have mouided to dust, for there was nc trace of them to be found Friday, nor any evidence that they ever had been deposited therein. It is gradually being borne in to many people’s minds that “Gard” was a grim joker as regards his own views of the future, thiough there are many things to prove that his views eternity did not coincide with those regarded as orthodox, and that he had the courage to set forth what he be- lieved is attested by the line on the stone which will mark his last rest- ing place. of | OVER $200,000 SUBSCRIBED Town's Quota Was $193,000—Covetc Honor Flag to Fly Proudly. With the drive of the third Lib loan closing tonight, it may be that Putnam not only. has met Guota, but will return figures at close of business tonight showing ti:t the apportionment ceeded. The final figures will be weli $200,000, while the quota was $19 Once more the people of Putnam have responded to the governmen call and more than met the demanc made. Hard work has been done © the patriotic committees who will ‘have their reward in the kno edge that Putnam has responded w an oves ubscription and that, this ci will have one of the coveted honor flags to fiy. Drove Cars From Michigan. From Flint, Mich., two automobiles have been driven to this city, a tance of over 800 miles. They were brought through from the factory to a local zarage by two Putnam young men, the run taking five da The two cars from Putnam came in a squadron of more than a score of cas destined for southern New England cities. Three other cars for this city. are now en route from Flint. Con- gestion on the railways is responsible for the running of the machines over- land. Elks to Entertain Women Friends. The annual ladies’ night of Putnam lodge of Elks is scheduled for next Thursday evening. Fay's orchestra of Providence is to vlay and a special programme of entértainment has been arranged. This annual event of the lodge always brings together one of the happiest datherings that the lodge sees. Exemption Board in Session. The local exemption board was in session for a brief period Friday af- ternoon .and finally passed upon a number of cases that have been be- fore the medical advisory board, the decisions of the medical board being accepted in each case. Several appli- cations for furloughs for young men who wish to be released to do farm work were received and acted upon. Wage Advance For Trolleymen Car crews on the local trolley line are to receive an advance in wages at “|an early date, it was stated here Fri- worse at nm irom five to aider mmll‘ ditian, which nuy Pflx-. ui:-. elge” 5 Lods M.A This bank -dim your ts opq:edforufitfleuofle “%:pment under which the men. returned day and it is believed that the in- crease will be voluntary upon the part f the company, though no official statement could be obtained here. Rates varying from 35 to 45 cents an hour are being talked of, The agree- to their cars after the strike of two years ago i{s about to expire. Candidate to Preach. Rev. G. S. C. McKay, Somerville, a brilliant speaker and a candidate for pastor of ¢ Baptist church in this city, is to speak at the churca en May 12. Arthur Magnan, who has cor.ducted a grocery store here, has filed a1 vol- untary petition in baakruptey. E. Clark wil! mem- m accounts, whd: may be quiu..............................sz,szls«;ao Surplus and Profits ..................... $ 166,360.28 BROOKLYN SAVINGS BANK, Daindson hmien:. J, ARTHUR ATWOOD Vice- Pn-uut. WILLIAM H. mumx Secretary-Treasurer, GLABENCEA.POTTEB, bers of the XKing's Laughters at her home for a moeting Wednesday ‘.Atap ncon. August Blanchette will spend a te‘w days in New York next week. Mr. and Mrs. Theodore Peloquin of Church street havé been spending sev- eral days with friends in East Orange, N. J. Preparation of gardens for the sea- son’s plantipg is now going forward with a rusf. Many fields are being plowed and larger areas than usual made ready for planting. Scant Supply of Coal. Heavy consignments of coal con- tinue to go morthward by rail through the city, but Putnam yet has to get the bulk of its next winter’s supply of fuel. LEBANON - Rogers-Duffy Marriage in New York —Funeral of Mrs. George Briggs— Social and Personal Items. i Mrs. H, A. Campbell is visiting rel- atives in ‘Springfield, Mass. At, Danielson Burial, Mrs. E. L. Danielson and daughter Sarah, Mrs. George 'Wetmore, Miss Mabel Noyes, Rev. H. A. Campbell, Mrs. Davig Pitcher, Mrs. Lyman Pitcher and F. M. Abell motored to Danielson Monday to attend the burial of Dr. E. L. Danielson. Mrs. A. W, Spaulding spent Sature day and Sunday with relatives in Hartford. F. M. Abell of this place and Win- tarop S. Abell of Greeneville spent Saturday and Sunday with N. S. Loo- mis and family of Hartford. Walter P. Lillie of Framingham, Mass., Miss Amy A. Lillie of Hartford ang Miss Alice E. Lillie of Willimantic were recent guests of their brother, Robert T. Lillie. Several from this place attended the funera]l Saturday of Commissioner F. J. Brown of Exeter. Mrs. Andrew Metzger of - South Windham has been spending a few days with Mrs. Monroe Pultz, Home from Norwich, Mrs. Vincent Bannister of the Nor- wich state hospital was a recent guest of her, parents, Mr. and Mrs, J. B. ‘Blakeslee. Mrs. C. M. Geer, Mrs. H. M. Peck, Mrs. A. W. Spaulding, Mrs. Robert Lillie a nd daughters, Arlene and Phyllis, spent Tuesday with Mrs. Frederick F. Manning of Yantic. Mr. and Mrs. Winthrop Abell and sen of Greeneville spent Tuesday with Mr. Abell’s mother, Mrs. Carrie Abell. Dr. C. B. Capron cf Norwich was in town ‘Wednesday. Miss Sarah Robiason is ill with grip. Mrs. C. S. Goodwin and Mrs. C. M. Geer were in Norwich Wednesday. Rogers-Duffy Marriage. Mrs. Elizabeth Duffy has announced the marriage of her daughter, Eliza- beth F., and George T. Rogers of New York. The ceremony was performed April 18, 1918, by Rev, William B. Duggan in St. Bernard’s R. C. church, West Fourteenth ~street, New York city. The bride is the only daughter of Mrs. Duffy and the late Patrick Duffy of Lebanon and was grafluated from Windham High school in the class of 1911 and from the Polyclinic hospital training school in 1915, and since that time has been very success- ful as a private nurse in New York. The groom ‘is the son of Attorney and Mrs. Edward J. H, Rogers of New York. He received his education in the public schools and in Villa Nova cojlege and is an electrical engineer. Mr. and Mrs. Rogers will reside in New York." The marriage was very quiet owing to the recent death of the bride’s ‘father, Patrick J. Duffy. Visiting in Danbury. - Mr. ang’ Mrs. Clemfent [Fowler and daughter Eloise are visiting relames in Danbury. Funeral of Mrs. George Brlggs. The funeral of Mary Manning. wife of George Briggs, was held at her home Thursday morning at 10.30, Rev. H. A. Campbell officiating. The four brothers of the deceased acted bearers, Ray and Reuben Manning of this plaL‘e and Ernest and Myron Man- ning of Waterbyry. There were many beautiful flowers. Relatives were pres- ent from Goshen, North Franklin, Ridgefield, ‘\nterhury \amgamevt Pier and “Lebamon. She is survived by her husband and three children, Vera G., Doris M. ang Charles W, Brigss. - - STAFFORD SPRINGS Principal F. S. Gorham Resigns to Go to New Haven—Town’s Quota $128,- 200, Total of $196,000 Raised. Frederic S. Gorham, who has been principal of the Stafford High school for the past four years, has resigned ang will go to New Haven as an in- spector “for the Marlin-Rockwell com- pany. His resignation will take effect next week: Friday. Mr. Gorham has been an efficient principal and has made many friends while. in Stafford Springs who regret that he is to leave town. Superintendent of School William Melcher will carry on Mr. Gorham's work at the high school for the re- mainder of this term. Miss Mary Hartwell, teacher of the J. | with; asi, i den, ‘fourth ‘grade in the Springs school, is at her home in Holyoke, ill with grip. Well Over the Top. Stafford has raised $196,000 in the Liberty bond campaign and there are several yet to be heard from. The town’s quota was $128,200, Mrs. Adrian Rock of Boston is vis- iting friends in Stafford Springs. Officers Installed. The officers of Orient chapter were installed by Past High Priest Harry Roehm at a meeting of the chapter held in the lodge rooms Wednesday | evening. The officers are: Higl Charles R. Newton; scribe, David Bissett; of host, R. M. Fisk; C. of H. H. E. Burwe John D, Griffiths; G. Chandler; G. M. Ist V,, 8. Schimmi. was presented a past high ‘priest’s jewel by Past High Priest David Bis- sett. h |erost F. B Dr, C. B. T. Past Thgh Priest Roehm Social and Personal. Mrs. Welles H. Reed friends in New York. Mrs. T. F. Muilen and daughter Ruth are visiting Boston friends. Miss Annette Washburn is visiting relatives in Millsboro, Del. Miss Hattie T.ee of Windsor Locks is spending a week in Stafford Springs. Mr. and Mrs. George Stevens have moved from Springfield to.the house on Prospect street vacated by F. S. Gorham. Edwin L. Burr and family are mov- ing to New Haven. Mr. Burr has been in business in Stafford Springs for over 40 years. Rev. Charles G. Fogg of Hampton {8 visiting friends in Staffordville. Grace Church Annual Meeting. At the annual meeting of Grace church parish Thursday evening the following officers were elected: Senior warden, Robert H. Tisk; junior war- Alvin J. Smith; clerk, Arthur Whittaker; treasurer, Arthur J. Mel- bourne; vesirymen, J. A. Jubb, Anders Jacobsen; R. M. Fisk, Charles Jacob- &en, Louis Melbourne, Philo West, Ar- thur J. Melborune, Dm F. L. Smith: delegates to diocesan convention, J. A. Jubb, Alvin ‘Smith; - alternates, Philo West, Louis Melbourne; audi- tors, Richard M. Fisk, Arthur Whitta- Schoolhouse Sold. The selectmen have sold the old is visiting | ker. schoolhouse in Orcuttville to Mrs. E. ‘H. Wtatherby of West Haven. -Junior Food Army. County Agent John E. Gifford and his assistant, Mr. Sheldon, haye been in town this week endeavoring te cre- ate interest in the junior foed army, Any boy or girl between 10 and 18 may enroll. It is expected that there will e 300 of the.Stafford boys and girls enrolled. And yet oflntractnn are employed to widen M PUTNAM YOUNG MAN WINS MERIDEN. GIRL. Stanley O. Rich and Miss May Helen Brinsmade to Be Married Monday. Thursday’s Meriden Record said: Miss May Helen Brimsmade, daugh- ter of Mrs, Nellie G. Brinsmade, of 15 Cook avenue, and Stanley O. Rich, son of Mr. and Mrs. Jesse C. Rich, of Put- nam, will be married Monday after- noon at 3.30 m the rectery of St. Jo- seph’s church. Rev. James F. Irwin, Miss Brins: of the Brook! 2 cousin of e, who is literary critic n Tablet and who often contributes. arficles to - the- Catholic Transcript, will perform the ceremony. Miss Florence. Williams of Broeklyn, a cousin’of the bride-to-be, will be the bridesmaid. The groom will be at- tended by George Lewis of Putnam. Miss Brinsmade was graduated from Lauralton Hall in 1915. She was chalr- man of the local alumnae association up to a short time ago, when she re- signed because of her coming mar- riage. Mr. Rich is in the shoe busi- ness with his father in Putnam. He is a popular member of Putnam lodge of Elks and the Putnam Country club. After the ceremony Mr. Rich and his bride will leave on a wedding trip to Lakewood and Atlantic City. They will be at home to their friends at 161 Church street, Putnam, after July 1. 'Miss Brinsmade was entertained last evening by the Lauralton Hall alumnae with a erystal shower at the home of Mrs. A. G. Burke, 101 Columbia street. Contributions sent directly to the Italian Prime Minister, Signor Or- lando, from abroad, especially from America, for refugees from the invaded Venetian districts amount to 15 mll- lion lire [£640,0001. Tendency to The dm(gm do as promised. NO mcnn.-z mcrnud llbnrrmry m due to &c W Cddwell r:sn fi tbn this hmily Innuv- runun at the | 5.2523‘ Constipation USE THl’S LAXATIVE' epsin. * A s a free, easy movemen b.orwe!a” It is the;:m mflm& for :l:um herself. tl:‘fx&: it may be-uhtuZn.tunl hbh Its posi mhtmflemmtbob-dsmhntm ideal remedy for constipation. The dose is small, b ke Wt peffea:f-etymtfl&nbwwznmmh mflm{urdmmwlf;t{uhm ; ? Dr. Caldwell’s