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. FORTY-SEVENTH YEAR—NO. 39. THOMPSONVILLE, CONNECTICUT, THURSDAY, JANUARY 20, 1927 PRICE $2.00 A YEAR—SINGLE COPY 5c.:'

EVANGELISTIC Various Activities That Indicate BOARD OF TR^DE Town Street Dept. Does Effective BUS OFFICIAL '•\^,L.^C,'i . CAMPAIGN ENDS <§§! Improvement In Tobacco Industry PLAN PROMOTION Work in Clearing Away the Snow CONFERS WITH 1^3 NEXT TUESDAY ITH practically aj| the warehouses opened and in full operation OF INDUSTRY: HERE\ E miniature-blizzard which came unheralded last Saturday prov­ FIRST SELECTMAN the tobacco industry is fast assuming a normal condition. The r ed another test of the efficiency of the town street department. activity in the assorting and packing of the crop which was The storm which continued well into the early hours of Sunday ;l§f|gMany of Most Import- W Definite steps Taken At morning, was a particularly severe one, as it was accompanied by a H grown last year, is said to be making satisfactory progress. Most of Transportation Director ant of the Services Be- this crop had been "taken down" and was ready for the warehouse A Special Meeting On high wind and almost zero _ weather. Realizing the seriousness of work since late last fall, when several favorable weather spells sup- it, and the particular hardship it would impose on church goers Sun- Linn and the First Se­ ^ ing Conducted By Dr. day morning, First Selectman Murray arranged late Saturday night lied the necessary "damp" which is required before this work can Tuesday Evening For lectman Discuss Tenta­ v ^ Rees in Local Churches Ee done. This crop is already sold, and has brought prices which An Industrial Survey to have the street snow plow on the job as early as possible Sunday Ganges from 25 to 40 cents a pound. There appears to be little morning. Long before sunrise, Peter Crombie, who has been com­ tive Plans For Relief < '* Are Yet To Come. distinction this year between the independent and association mem- Of the Town. missioned by the selectmen to take charge of this particular part . bers, so far as disposing of the crops is concerned. Both are sell­ of the street work for the season, was on the job with his truck and of Traffic Congestion. snow plow attachment. The result was that all the principal streets ' •->, That there has been a quickening ing direct to the dealers. Not all of the 1926 crop has been sold Definite steps were taken at a however, as there are still several of last year's crops in the hands and many of the side streets were practically clear of snow before A preliminary conference was held of the religious life of the commun- special meeting of the Thompsonville the residents of the town found it necessary to use them to attend of the growers. Some of it, but not a great deal, is still hanging Board of Trade held Tuesday even­ during the past week between First ity as the result of the Rees evan- in the sheds awaiting a favorable opportunity to remove .it from church services. Most pedestrians had to use the streets in the early ing in the rooms of t^e Calumet Club morning, and all that was required to get good footing, was to dig Selectman James T. Murray and ^gelistic services is nnnarent to a the poles. This weather condition is said to be about due, and is to acquire new industries for the what is known as the "January thaw." It is fully expected that a path to the roadway which had been already cleaned. The result Transportation Director Linn of the •marked degree from the responses town. The action came when the was that those who attended the mid-forenoon church services or "which have come to the evangelist the last of the 1926 crop will be in the warehouses within the next Board unanimously endorsed a re­ Hartford and Springfield Coach Co., two weeks. It is also expected that there will be a substantial in­ had other business to be abroad, found not only the streets in very and the various pastors from those port made by Harry 'Squirsky of the good condition for motoring, but the sidewalks, too, practically all in which the relations of the com­ •who have been moved to a deeper de­ crease in the acreage grown in this section next year. Fertilizer Industrial Relations Committee, who pany to the local traffic conditions sales which have been reported so far, indicates that a greater cleared off, for the abutting residents displayed a fine spirit of co­ sire for the Christian life as set iorth submitted a tentative plan on behalf operation with the street department in promptly tackling their part were discussed. Director Linn as­ in the inspiring messages of Dr. amount will be grown next year. The improvement in the tobacco of his committee for an industrial market, and the permission given quite generally to growers this of the digging out process. In the case of future storms of this sured Mr. Murray that the company \Hees. Owing to the fact that Dr. survey of the town and the publica­ character, the street department has planned, in order to make the stood ready to co-operate in every ; Bees was prevented by sickness from year to sell their crops direct regardless of their association affil­ tion of a booklet setting forth the iations is given as the reason for the additional acreage. It is not work even more effective still, to adopt the plan of the state high­ manner possible in solving the traf­ . beginning his campaign until two result of it, which would be distrib­ way department, which is to put the snow plow at work when the fic and parking problems that con­ -days later than originally announc- expected, however, that it will reach anywhere near the pormal pro­ uted among those who would be most duction of the past few years. snow fall reached three inches, whether that comes in the nieht front the town officials at the pre­ . ed, it has been decided to continue likely to be interested in the gener­ time or during the day. sent time. Among the matters talk­ ,: ihe services in the First Presbyter- al information that it will contain. ed of at the conference was a change * ian Church through Tuesday evening Theoretically the purpose of the in the parking location of the extra of next week. Earnest appeals have publication would be to emphasize bus service, from the present site .^been made for the evangelist to re­ OPERATORSCAN the fact that the town is a desirable used on North Main street. A ten­ main the entire week, and were it SPLENDID REPORT place in which to live, work, engage INSTALLATION . ! MARRIED AT tative plan has been suggested by iiot for the fact that he is shortly to in bi^siness or manufacturing. The Selectman Murray that the busses in undertake an intensive campaign in GET A DRIVER'S town's convenient geographic loca­ this service that are to make the New London, where he labored with OF ST. PATRICK'S tion, its excellent transportation fa­ EXERCISES HELD i ST. PATRICK'S run to the east part of the town be much success five years ago, it is al­ cilities, its exceptional educational located on the other side of the street most certain that the meetings here LICENSE NOW system, the opportunities for social ! and headed in the other direction •would be extended at least another FOR PAST YEAR life and other amusements, the num­ LAST EVENING THIS MORNING they could continue out North Main week. ber of available homes and home street to the north road to Hazard­ The large auditorium of the First Detailed Account of the sites, the commercial importance, and ville, instead of the present needless Presbyterian Church was completely State is Already Issuing the extent of its manufacturing in­ Exercises by the Franco , Miss Nancy L. Frangia- routing through Pearl and Franklin filled for the service last Sunday ev­ Them For Year Begin­ Condition of Parish Is terests, are some of the things that American Society Fol- j more Becomes Bride of streets. ening, while Sunday afternoon the would be set forth in the proposed The south bound bus in this ser­ men of the community responded in ning Mar. 1—Expect to Given by Pastor, Rev. booklet. The booklet would be used lowed by Very Pleasing! Santa Joseph Angelica vice would be rerouted and by this large numbers for the meeting for to answer many questions which are arrangement considerable of the pre­ , men only, but were even then sur­ Issue 294,000 Licenses D. J. O'Connor, at Last asked daily regarding the commun­ Entertainment — Rev.! —Ceremony Perform- sent traffic hazard would be removed passed in point of attendance at the Sunday's Services. ity and its genei-al facilities and op­ and a portion of the congestion on meeting for women Tuesday night. by February 28. portunities. D. J. O'Connor Guest, j ed by Fr. O'Connor. Pearl street relieved. The rerouting These special meetings have been During the discussion which fol­ of express busses through High, among the most important and ef­ The issuance of Connecticut motor The annual report of St. Patrick's lowed the submission of the report The installation of officers of the ; A very quiet but attractive wed- Pearl ^nd North Main streets instead fective of the campaign and are to vehicle operators' licenses for the Parish which was rendered to the of the committee it was brought out Franco-American Society was held in 'ling took place in St. Patrick's of thvough Pearl and Franklin streets » be continued in thie few remaining year beginning March 1, began last parishioners at all the masses last that the objective of the movement was also discussed and if made ef­ was to tie in with the plans of the the Higgins' School Auditorium last Church at 9 o'clock this morning, days, Dr. Rees to conduct his third Saturday at the state motor vehicle Sunday by the pastor. Rev. Daniel J. fective will further relieve the traf­ meeting for men Sunday afternoon department offices. The application New England Council, which has just evening and was attended by a large when Miss Nancy Lucille Frangia- fic hazard on Pearl street which is at 3 o'clock, when he will speak on blanks are being sent out to all who O'Connor, indicates that the parish been perfected after several days' number of the members ot their or- j more, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Ros- already called upon to care for more "What Is Thompsonville's Greatest, hold such licenses for the year end­ has enjoyed another successful year. conference at Hartford, for the ad­ ganization. The exercises were in ario Frangiamore of Russell street traffic than it is able. This arrange­ The report, which as usual is given vertising of New England. Several Need?" Tuesday afternoon there will ing at midnight February 28, the charge of Mr. Lacroix and Mr Lang-!became the bride of Santa Joseph ment would be particularly beneficial be a mass meeting for women, for total of these being approximately in detail setting forth minutely the of the members of the loc^l Board lois and a staff of officers from Chic-,Angelica> son of Sebastian Angel£a to the school children of the two •which the subject will be "The Black 294,000. In line with the steady in­ receipts from every source and the of Trade attended this conference and opee. Following the ceremony of in- , of Enfield street Rev Dan>j j schools located on Pearl street. Mr. expenditure for each department of were highly enthused with the in­ Cross, or Danger Signals." crease in motor vehicles and drivers, - . spallation a luncheon was served by ; O'Connor, the pastor, performed the Murray pointed out also, the hazard Tonight Dr. Rees' subject will be this figure is considerably in excess the parish, was listened to with close spirational character of the work Hany P. Smyth of the Biltmoie Ho . (. . i celebrating the nup- created by careless and reckless driv­ done there, and the plans made for cl emony) a so "The Unanswered Question" and Fri­ of the number of application blanks attention by the parishioners, and tel, and a program of musical and ; tjaj mass -which followed, with Mrs. ing of some of the bus drivers in go­ day night, at a young people's Sun­ mailed out a year ago. universal gratification was expressed directing the attention of the rest of ing through the town and their total b literary numbers were rendered. It Frederick R. Furey. the soloist, rend- day School rally, he will discuss There are at least 25,000 more li- y them at the splendid result of the country to the commercial, man­ consisted of piano and violin solos ! :ne, «avp m, » rpvQ t . disregard of the rights of others on •"God's Call to the Young." censed motor vehicle operators in the year's work. ufacturing and scenic attractiveness by Master Ernest Landry and Mas-1 J^wSdii^n the streets, and was given positive Sunday morning at the 10:30 ser­ Connecticut today than there were a Out ot the mass of itemized ac- of New England. tei Theodore Zace, piano solo, J^_ss , ,.,j Mendelssohn assurance that this would in every It was felt that in order to reap (the procei and the vice Dr. Rees will address the First year ago and the proportion of driv- , counts which comprises this annual Sylvia Cormier; dramatic recital, Mi. lWe(jding nuu> for the recessional by. instance where it was discovered be Presbyterian congregation on "What ers to the whole population of the • statement of the pastor, it was indi- the full benefit of this movement promptly corrected. 1 Caston ua Will the Loss Be?" and at the Union state is reaching a point where there j cated that the approximate receipts each community must do something to- ^ouch^r Smyth^ancP J^iss^ Lam- • ^-gani^t S y> ^rch A further conference on this sub­ service Sunday evening his theme will soon be one license issued to at! from all sources, including the bal to set forth its own particular claim bert. Rev Daniel J. O'Connor, who , Attending the bride was Mis« Jo- ject and several other things con­ will be "Destiny." Monday night he least one member of every family, ance on hand of $9,000 last year, was to recognition. It was pointed out was a guest of the evening,^address- phi Lanza, and the best»man was nected with the bus traffic through $41,000, and the expenditures were that in the present policy of decen­ ; se ne will speak on "Jeremiah's Dungeon on the average. At the beginning of ed the members of the organization., Benjamin Alaimo. The bride was the town, will take place later be­ and Yours" and Tues'day night, "Is the year 1927 there are thirty-two $27,000, leaving a net balance in the tralization of industry, the commun­ Dancing followed the exercises, mus-, handsomely gowned in white crepe tween Mr. Linn and the full member­ It Nothing to You." At all of the times as many motor vehicle operat parish treasury at the beginning of ity with its well appointed facilities, ic being furnished by Landry s or- j t; train, with trimmings of ship of the board of selectmen. It could, if the right effort was put sa nj en services the singing is led by Mrs. ors as there were licensed during the ! the present year of $14,000. cnestra. ilace, pearls and rhinestone sequins, is expected that this meeting will Rees. year 1907. '[ In connection with the reading of forth, succeed in inducing some of , The following were thei officers in-, j embroidered tulle result in the adoption of well defined the many smaller industries that are anc sJle WQre an During February, Dr. and Mrs. The idea of having the license year I the report, Father O'Connor took oc- stalled: President, Frank White, vice-j vejj) with coronet of orange blos- regulations covering the entire sit­ Rees will conduct services in New begin two months after the begin- j casion to thank the parishioners for at the present time seeking the right president, Eugene Zace; financial sec- ^ soms- jjer bouquet was of white uation. A similar conference is be­ London and in March they go to ning of the registration year avoids their loyal support of all church ac- place for development, to locate here. retary, Paul Anctil; assistant finan-| showered with lilies of the val- ing arranged for with the officials of Every condition which is required by rogeSj Westerly, R. I., in which city they confusion and untold congestion in tivities during the past year, and ex- cial secretary, Miss Olivine Gaulet, ]ey The bridesmaid's gown was of the New England Transportation had a revival nine years ago. In Ap­ the closing days of every calendar pressed his keen appreciation of the such industries could be easily met corresponding secretary, Miss Laura Company, which is the other bus co-operation which he received from here. Convenient plant sites, desir­ ashes of roses georgette crepe and ril they will be at the Metropolitan year. There is rarely any conges­ Fournier; assistant recording secre-' her hat was in harmony. She car­ concern engaged in passenger trans­ Church in Detroit, known as the Tre- tion of applications for operators' li­ the members of his parish in gen­ able location for healthful living con­ tary, Miss Eva Anctil; treasurer, portation through the town. As this eral. He emphasized his particular ditions, reasonable taxes and unexcel­ ried a bouquet of pink roses. mont Temple of the West, for their censes, the great majority of these Ledger Michaud; directors, James After the ceremony the bridal par- is practically an express service it thii'd campaign in the Ohio city, af­ being received and filled by mail. gratitude to the members of the led shipping facilities, are among the Plamondon, Edmund Turgeon, Mrs ty went to the Highland Hotef in is expected that a rerouting through ter which they will return to Eastern The new applications will be re­ choir, the collectors and door attend­ facilities that could be easily demon­ Gaulet, ^ master of ceremonies, Vital j Springfield, where a wedding break- the wider streets of the town will be Connecticut in May for a campaign ceived by mail or from applicants in ants who have been so faithful in strated to those who might be- seek­ Cormier and Ledger Michaud. jfast was served. The bride's travel­ one of the arrangements sought from among 12 churches of that section of person at the main office in Hartford. aiding in the parish work during the ing exceptional locations for manu­ the management. The selectmen are year. In addition to the balance on facturing purposes of this character. ing attire consisted of a tan georg­ the state, the centers for which will Applicants appearing in person will ette crepe dress, with gold braid hopeful that within a very short time be Plainfield aijd Moosup. facilitate the issuance of licenses by hand as above indicated the parish In giving their cordial endorse­ Greys To Give Benefit the parking and routing of the two is entirely free of debt. ment to the project every member of trimming, a small tan hat and a coat showing their current lioense, thus For Injured Teammate of tan caracul fur with fox fur col­ transportation companies will be sat­ eliminating record check up. Appli­ the well attended meeting pledged isfactorily arranged, and that it will himself to further the undertaking by lar. They will be at home to their Evening Star Chapter cations will be accepted on personal William Henry Passes Proceeds of Dance Will Be Used For friends at 30 Thompson Court. be followed by some further ar­ application only at the branch offices his personal effort and to make ev­ rangements that will improve the Appoints Committees ery endeavor to interest the people Medical Care of Member of Foot­ in New Haven, Bridgeport, Water- Away In Hazardville ball Team Who Was Injured Dur­ local parking situation. bury, New London and Stamford and of the community in it. The meet­ x ing voted to hold bi-monthly sessions ing the Past Season. Enfield Native Passes Members Appointed to Various Com­ it will be necessary for applicants to Well Known Farmer Dies Suddenly mittees of Society by Mrs. Mary exhibit their current licenses, as the at which the progress of the move­ The Greys football eleven are ar­ Away In Springfield Association Active In At Home of Daughter, Mrs. Alex­ ment would be reported and addi­ ranging a benefit dance, the proceeds M. Woodward, Worthy Matron, To branch offices do not have records of ander Bridge on Fairlawn Avenue Take Charge of the Year's Work. licenses previously issued. No mail tional plans made for its develop­ of which will be used for medical Thrift Week Movement Last Evening—Funeral Friday. care of one of the members of the George Myren Pease For Many Years The following committees have applications are filled by branch of­ ment. It was voted to hold the an­ Prominent in Church and Business WilliarB Henry, 71, died suddenly nual reunion and banquet of the or­ team who was seriously injured last Members and Board of Management been appointed by Mrs. Mary M. fices. at the home of his daughter, Mrs. fall. This young man, who is one of Circles In That City Dies Friday Woodward, worthy matron of Ionic Examinations are required of new ganization February 15th, and Pres­ Morning After Short Illness. of Buildmg and Loan Organization Alexander Bridge on Fairlawn Ave., ident Charles J. Fowler was instruct­ the crack members of the Greys Emphasize Importance of Thrift Chapter, O. E. S., to carry on the operators or of those whose licenses Hazardville, last evening. He had team, was injured about mid-season George Myron Pease, 63 years old, work of the order during the year: have lapsed for a year or more. En­ ed to appoint the necessary commit­ of 77 Crystal Avenue, prominent for and Usefulness of Association. been about as usual during the day tees to perfect the arrangements. and has been unable to work since Instructors, Mrs. Flora Frew, P. M., closed with the application blanks and was apparently in good health many years in church andemu businessuuomess Members of the Thompsonville Mrs. Elizabeth Melladew, P. M.; aud­ sent out from the department is a During the meeting several other that time, and will, according to his ircles, died in Springfield last Fri- Bmlding and Loan Association in gen- but during the supper hour he was matters of general interest and for uhysician, be incapacitated for at ° . eralorn andqmH thethn BoardRaowH of Management itors, Mrs. Grace Harrison, Miss Flor­ notice warning applicants not to send stricken. Mr. Henry was born in least another month. His associates day morning after a short illness. ence Gourlie, Paul Harrison; histor­ cash or currency for their licenses by the welfare of the community were He was born in this town, Sept. 12, of this organization in particular, Colrain, Ireland, March 29, 1856, and discussed. have used all the money in their have been busily occupied this week ian, Miss Elsie M. Bromage, P. M.; mail, unless it is registered. It is came to this country when a young treasury in providing proper medical 1862, son of the late Myron and Sar­ music, Mrs. Nellie Tracy, Mrs. Car- stated that remittances should be ah (Moretta) Pease and had lived in directing attention here to the man, locating in Thompsonville for attention and are taking the above significance of Thrift Week which op­ dice Bishop, Mrs. Emma Ganner, made by check, money order or ex­ a few years. Afterwards he engag- means to provide the further funds here for several years. For the past Walter C. Shields; publicity, William press order. The fee for the license Former Rector of St. 27 years he has been a well known ened last Monday. Through the ef­ td in farming in the Jabbok district ! necessary to insure his complete re­ forts of the executive officers of the P. Gourlie, Miss Catherine P. Cope, is $3.00. of the town which he continued un­ Andrew's Church Dies covery. The tickets for this event resident of Springfield. He was con­ Mrs. Cora Bridge, William McFall, nected with the Phelps Publishing organization a window display of til 1920. He and his wife then went can be had from the members of the cards setting forth the importance Sr.; amusement fund, Miss Margaret to live with their daughter, Mrs. team. It is to be held in the Hig­ Company for more than 25 years and Johnston, P. M., Mrs. Elizabeth Mel­ Dr. L. C. Pettit Accepts Rev. John F. George Passes Away in at the time of hi? death was a mem­ of thrift and the usefulness of the Bridge. He is survived by his wid­ Thomaston, Conn., Last Saturday gins' School Auditorium Thursday Building and Loan Association in ladew, P. M.; floral committee, Miss ow and two children, Norman W. of evening, February 3rd. An excep­ ber of the firm of D. J. St. Germain Gertrude E. Wiesing, Mrs. May O. Bridgeport Pastorate After Long Illness—Funeral Mon­ & Co., and vice-president and direc­ practicing it, is being made at the Springfield and Mrs. Bridge of Haz­ day With Burial Here. tionally good orchestra and every store of J. Francis Browne. The en­ Phelps, Mrs. Rachel Slaybard, Miss ardville; also four grandchildren, Ed­ other possible means will be provid­ tor of the Financial Securities Cor­ Mary Barton; visiting, Mrs, Helen Pastor of First Presbyterian Church Rev. John F. George, 43, a grad­ poration, both of Springfield. He was tire membership of the association Reads Letter of Resignation At ward, Florence and Eleanor Henry of uate of Trinity College, Hartford, ed to make it an enjoyable affair. has been urged to take advantage of Purnell, Mrs. Elizabeth Neelans, Mrs. Springfield and Marjorie Bridge of an active worker in the Old First Harriet Gourlie, Mrs. Annie Bragin- Services Last Sunday—Has Been and the Berkeley Divinity School in Church in that city, having been an this period to emphasize the value of in Charge Here For Past Year. Hazardville. The funeral will be held Middletown, died Saturday at his the organization in the promotion of ton; kitchen, Mrs. Jemima Bailes, tomorrow afternoon at 2:30 at the Well Known French usher for many yor.rs and recently Mrs. Ethel Beman, Mrs. Eva Jack­ Ilev. Lyman C. Pettit, D. D., pas- home on Walnut street, Thomaston, member of the parish committee. thrift and home building. Tonight of the First Presbyterian Church home of his daughter. Rev. Marion Conn., after a long illness. Rev. Mr. the board of management and other son, Mrs. Mary Oakley, Mrs. Adella J. Creeger, pastor of the Methodist Woman Passes Away E sides his wife he leaves two child- Frew, Mrs. Bertha Martin, Mrs. Flora for the past year, read his letter of ™ irnnoaisi George was stricken with paralysis en, a son, Eugene Moody and a officials of the association will have resignation at the services in the Church, will officiate. Burial will be in December, 1923, but partially re- j ^]rs> Mary Lessard Dies After Short a get-together meeting and luncheon Frew, Mrs. Christina McLaren, Mrs. 1 the new daughter, Dorothy Ada; also a broth- Martha Bielitz; dining room, Miss church last Sunday, the resignation! " cemetery at Hazardville Covered. In 1J24 he resigned as rec-> niness At Her Home Last Evening , Rev. Charles Pease of Spokane, at 7 o'clock in the rooms of the Cal­ Gertrude E. Wiesing, Miss Elsie M. to take effect Sunday, Feb. 14. In' tor of St. Marks Mission m Thom-1 —Funeral in St. Patrick's Church Wash. The funeral was held from umet Club, at which further effort Bromage, P. M\, and Miss Margaret his letter the pastor expressed the Says Receipts Warrant aston and of St. leters Episcopal j Saturday Morning at 9 O'Clock. 1 is late home Sunday afternoon, Rev. for the development of the Thrift btlief that he is best fitted for work Church in Plymouth He is a tor-, M,.s Mary Lessar(1, wife of Char- Week movement will be discussed. Johnston, P. M. m r ec Neil McPherson, pastor of tha First in the larger centers where the great­ New Local Post Office ^ A\ °f St. Andrew s Lpisco-I jes Lesstm}, died last evening at her Church officiating. Burial was in the Mrs. George S. Phelps will be the er part of his ministry has been i pal Church of this town. He was |home in South River street .after a f:.mily lot in the Enfield Street Cem­ Poquonock To Oppose hostess for the next regular meeting spent. The letter -follows: "After i Figures Submitted To Congress This born in Albany, Ga., June 20, 18oo. short illness. Mrs. Lessard was born etery in this town. of the Woman's Club of Enfield at prayerful and very careful consider-1 Week Indicate Thompsonville One following the completion of his ed-j^n <^j. Cyrien Napp'erville, Canada, Big-Harts Tomorrow her home on Enfield street Wednes­ ation, I am tendering my resignation ' of Several Communities Entitled to ucational studies he was ordained 1^^ years ago, but had lived in this At the United Presbyterian church as pastor of this church, this resig- New Federal Building. deacon in' 1879 and priest in 1880 by town for many years. She was a day afternoon at 3:30 o'clock. This Bishop John Williams of Connecti­ next Sabbath morning the regular Crack St.^ Joseph's Team to Furnish wiil be the annual business session, nation to take effect Feb. 14, 1927, According to a list submitted to member of St. Patrick's Church. Be­ services will be conducted with ser­ Opposition For Second Encounter at the close of the services on that Congress this week by the post office cut. He had parishes in Woodbury, sides her husbapd, she leaves six where matters of importance to the this village, Rockville, Essex, Port­ mon by the pastor. The Sabbath of Local Five on the Bigelow-Hart- club will be discussed and acted up­ date. This action is taken with 'mal­ and treasury department, Thompson­ children, Mrs. George Lord of Long- School will meet as usual at 12:00 ford Surface Tomorrow Evening. ice toward none and with love for ville is one of the communities in land, Me., Winston-Salem, N. C., and meadow, Mrs. Burton Hargraves of o'clock. The evening union service on. Mrs. Frank A. Stuart, the pres­ New York City, before coming to The Bigelow-Hartford basketball ident, requests the members to bring all.' Having spent' the major part this state where the postal receipts New Brunswick, N. J., Mrs. Edward will be held at the First Presbyter­ team will have as its opponents to­ ot my ministry in large centers and will warrant the construction of a Plymouth. During his residence here Wilson of Thompsonville, Mrs. Clyde ian Church. The young people will to this meeting their club problems, he married a daughter of the late morrow evening in the Bigelow-Hart­ criticisms and suggestions for im­ thereby being more familiar with the federal building at some future date. T,. j** rtui„rrt>- • Touchette of— Aldenville and Joseph meet at 6 o'clock sharp and Mr. S. ford hall, the St. Joseph's team of provement and work, in order that methods of church work in such cen­ No recommendation accompanied the Jildge and Mrs. Charles H. Briscoe, i j^ssard of Thompsonville and Henry Andrews of Chicopee will address the Poquonock. This team has made a this meeting may\pr<>ve the profit­ ters I feel reasonably sure I am best list, the purpose being to indicate to by whom he is survived. He also New Brunswick. She also leaves meeting. The 7 o'clock union service splendid record in the basketball able event that past similar sessions fitted for that kind of pastorate. Congress that these municipalities leaves a son and daughter. The fu- j several grandchildren. The funeral will be directed by Dr. Milton S. arena for the past two seasons and Since Providence has opened such a must be given future consideration. will be held from her late home on Rees, who will preach the sermon. have been. The musical part of the Trinity Episcopal Church, Thomas as the local boys are fast rounding program will consist of vocal selec­ field for service, I feel very sure that The other towns in Connecticut in­ South River street Saturday morn- This meeting should mark a climax into shape a game worth seeing is I am making no mistake in present- cluded in the list were: South Nor- ton. Bishop E. C. Acheson, coad­ ing at 8:30 o'clock, followed by a in the history of the three strenuous tions by Miss Doris M. King and she jutor bishop of Connecticut, officiat­ expected. Practically all the local will be accompanied by her father,' inS my resignation at this time." walk, Norwalk, Derby, South Man­ requiem high mass at St. Patrick's weeks of meetings. basketball stars of previous seasons The congregation will act on the re­ chester, Plainville, Danielson, South- ed. Burial was in the family plot in Church at 9 o'clock. Burial will be Denslow King, supervisor of music the Thompsonville Cemetery. have signed up with the Big-Hart in the public schools. signation at the close of the morn­ ington, New Canaan, New Milford, in St. Bernard's Cemetery, Hazard­ Tickets are selling well for the team and it is expected that the loc­ ing service next Sunday. Dr. Pettit Manchester, East Hampton and Shel- ville. whist party and social to be given in al boys will shortly be traveling at The members of the building fund resigns from the local church to ac­ ton. There will be a whist party for the i St. Joseph's Hall' on Monday even- their old time speed. The game next committee of the Woman's Club of cept the pastorate of the People's benefit of Sacred Heart Church, Suf-The regular meeting of Horace J. ' ing, Feb. 14th, by the menfbers of week will be with the Holy Name Enfield spent the day yesterday at Presbyterian Church in Bridgeport. Attorney Thomas Mitchell of New field, at the home of Miss Katherine , Tanguay Post, No. 80, American Leg- the Children of Mary Sodality of St. Purples of Chicopee. the home of their_ chairman, Mrs. During his. short residence in town Haven was a week-end guest at the O'Bram, East street, Suffield, Wedr ! ion, will be held this evening in the Patrick's Church. Miss Mary E. Mc- William A. Bridge, in Hazardville to Dr. Pettit has increased the church home of his parents, Mr. and Mrs. nesday evening, January 26th. Re- j club rooms on Asnuntuck street at Cue is chairman of the committee of Mr. and Mrs. J. Francis Browne plan and sew for the Easter sale membership and taken an active in- Michael A. Mitchell of New King freshments will be served. The pub- 8 o'clock sharp, f T; '-^ments will arrangements. The proceeds will go in New York City attending the which they will conduct in March. terest in church and civic affairs. i street. lie is cordially invited to attend. be served after t!> -'..itiug toward the church fund. xurniture show. • two ftHfi THOMl^byfVlLi^E PRESS, THURSDAY, JANUARY 20, 1927 twas the cause of much disappoint­ almost certain to be thrown out, ment. in fact it virtually spoiled the Thompsonville, Enfield, Hazardville Sail Skating on Beach Sands WHEN THE RIVER day icr the younger people who look­ and _ Suffield • were usually represent­ "1927 .YEAR WITHOUT TEACHEfc SOUGIIT ed fc: A*ard to it as one of the ways ed in these contests. The leading FOR FAR NOkTH in wt.eh this old New England holi­ contenders of those days and who will SUMMER," SAYS SEER WAS TURNED INTO day was celebrated. A few hours of be best recalled were B. P. Lord,

inteiiE. v c skating on the river ice in more familiarly known as "Frank" M •' the «ttturkey and the "fixin'." As the hard stables of the town and were ardent Production, ggpg "The Days of Real Sport and r. ady freezing continued dur­ lovers of horse flesh and thorough Seattle, Wash.-*—Anyy school ; //•/ Were Those When the ing November and early December sportsmen. Mr. Lord was the owner Washington.—The weather/ever a who thinks life too enJafcv, BIS the riva1 became safe for not only of a rangy black trotter, long of favorite and inexhaustible conversa­ sires to go world-conquering. 'R. -in­ Horse Racing: On River skating, and its kindred sports, but limb and stout hearted, which, if tional topic, is the bone'of contention vited to tackle the eai:thV for horse trotting on the ice, which memory does not fail answered to in a red-hot controversy between teaching job. ' ' • ]: \ . v'.. Was A Regular Winter was a feature of about every winter the name of "Tom," while Mr. meteorologists here, with the imme­ The invitation is extended''fry .1 1 during the early eighties. The course Spring's entry was a little roan mare Pastime. was on the Suffield side of the river diate welfare of the nation in the Wagner, chief of the Alaska divi>:.»n called "Nellie." What "Nellie" lack­ balance. and extended from opposite the out­ ed in height she made up in sturdi- of the United States bureau of "•••jif The suggestion that some effort be let of Grape Brook to a few yards ness and gameness. If one group of scientists, headed tion here. And what's more he ex-•//'•H. made to revive the winter sports of north of the then "ferry landing," Many were the spirited contests be­ by government weather forecasters, pects tlie invitation to be accepted. former times means but little to the which is about the location of the tween these two trotters and the fin­ has the correct side of the argument, Here's the layout: Civ • ^ present generation, but to those of Suffield side of the bridge of the pre­ lilr the present winter will be not much Eighty-eight miles 'northwest of/ sent day. ishes were such as to invariably thrill middle age or of the older genera­ the ever .present crowd. The stright different from other winters and next Nome, in Bering sea, is King island. i tion still, it recalls many stirring and The straight-a-way course was ap- away course gave an unobstructed year will record the seasons in regu­ King island is four miles around andpS exhilirating days. These were days proximately a mile long, and was lo- view of the contest from the start lar order. in the first place when winter was its sides go straight up and down. Noi^ cated in such a manner as to avoid to the finish, and it was about as If tlie government experts and their white men live there, because those •winter. This may be scouted by the the thinner ice at the channel of the spectacular a sight as could be imag- ^V, ,* present generation, and it will seem river and the "air holes" which ined, to see the two sturdy animals supporters are wrong, however, the who have tried it invariably fell off. unbelievable that the winters were of abounded throughout the icy surface loom up larger and larger as they severe cold weather that already has On King island live 112 natives, 33 ;4 the character which it is claimed for been experienced by residents of Illi­ ffi&v '• -• • of the river, even during the hardest raced neck and neck down the icy children being in-hided. They're allj^jIII P them. Nevertheless they were, for freezing. The events took place us­ surface as sure footed as if they were nois is but a foretaste of even worse full-blooded Eskimos. In winter they the real old fashioned winter such as ually in the afternoon, and were at­ on a perfectly appointed dirt track, things in store for them, which will be catch sea lions and walrus. * ; is seldom experienced in this day, tended by several hundred enthusias­ and urged on by their determined the prelude of a "year without a sum- j •really did exist. With very few ex­ In summer the entire 112 souls de- . tic lovers of this form of sport. owners. _ Only by voice, however, was mer." . . sert the Islftnd in skin amaiaks, paddle -*•; ceptions they were long and hard. There was no set program, although the urging done, for both gentlemen Predicts Slim Crops. to Nome, sell ivory and furs, buy kero­ Ice, solid dependable ice, coated the an occasional special match was held. were too thorough lovers of horses river in early November, and was the Nearly all the contests were im­ to resort to the whip even in the in­ Herbert Janvriu Brown, a long-range sene, sugar, coffee tea and flour, then -natural bridge which connected the promptu brushes, but they were spir­ tense moments of a close contest. It weather forecaster, told a gathering of back to Kinsuits are brighter than ever. Piccadil­ HE SAME spirit which prompts you to do your Christmas shopping early,, France May Sell Prison to be remembered by those who sur­ ly, Oxford and Bond streets are aflame should apply to your purchase of a new car in the Spring. Many people of "Man in Iron Mask" vive it. with windows showing the latest mod­ It is conceded by weather sharps Paris.—Plans of the French govern­ els for those who will have their win­ T leave this go until Spring, wise people place their order early, thus saving that so far this season Brown has had ter holidays at Davos, Viliars and ment to sell the island of Ste. Margue­ all the "breaks," the Northern states other snow-clad resorts in the Alps. further garage storage and at the same time help the dealer who can thus give rite, where the "Man in the Iron having had more than a normal Mask" was imprisoned for ten years, Most of the outfits for women are amount of low temperature. Govern­ knitted knickerbockers and sweaters a higher allowance owing to his opportunity to recondition the traded in cars have met with much antagonism. The ment forecasters, however, refuse to report that British capital was .plan­ in every imaginable variety of bright during the winter months. . concede that the weather of the' last colors. Indian blanket effects and ning to turn tlie island into a model few days is a sample of what is in winter resort has brought protesta­ Egyptian influence are discernible in store for the balance of the winter, many of the suits. whicA invariably tions from every part of the Itiviera. and they laugh at the suggestion that '1 he district is already objecting to have caps to match them. Splits with Many New Cars Will Be Sold This Spring. Your Order there will be ice and snow in all the short skirts are offered In less bril­ the numerous subdivisions tinanced Northern states every month of 1927, by foreign capital. liant colors for the more sednte Now Insures Delivery Just When You Want Your Car. as Brown declares will be the case. women. The island of Ste. Marguerite, which is about four miles in circumference, is situated at the mouth of the Can­ Student Rides Horse 42 Baby Not Baggage nes bay. The "Man in the Iron Mar­ Miles to School Daily Wichita, Kans.—A baby is not bag­ — WE HANDLE — inade famous by Dumas, was incar­ Lincoln, Ark.—Hiding 42 miles each gage, Judge Grover I'ierpont ruled In cerated in the Ste. Marguerite fortress day on horseback probably would have the District court here. He signed a in 1087. History still disputes his been ample amusement for the four writ allowing Mrs. Vivian Siniley to identity. It is reported that the French Tamous horsemen if the journey were recover her son, who had been held In government has been offered a huge relayed in four equal parts. But John default of a board bill. sum for the island, hut newspapers .McDonald, of this place, rides a horse and societies are fighting the pro 42 miles daily without relays to at­ posed sale. tend the University High school, at Fayetteville, Ark. Eskimos Grow Wise; Rain-Making Machinery McDonald mounts his steed at 4 o'clock each morning and gallops to Learn Value of Skins ; Constructed in Ru;s:a .school 21 miles away, arriving there Seattle, Wash.—Gone are the | Leningrad.—A factory for building in time for the session beginning at days when white men could | rain-making machinery is under con- S o'clock, lie is in classes until noon, trade a glass rolling pin to an HRYSLER , xtruction here. The Leningrad Melio- when he eats his lunch and heads his Eskimo woman for a half dozen • rative institute recently sent a rain- horse for Lincoln again. white fox fnrs. Today three 50 60 70 80 j making expedition to the remote trans- The youth is carrying on an agri­ fox furs equal one radio; six j Caucasian farming station of (ianji, to cultural project at his home and re­ carved ivory cribbage boards, | make careful experiments in rain fuses to give up his long rides by and one sewing machine. AND HAVE THIS TO OFFER j production. On the basis of this ex­ moving to Fayetteville. Qn the schooner Boxer, which pedition's report of brilliant soecess. arrived from the Far North re­ I construction of the factory was begun, cently, was a cargo of character­ 1. A 100% Automobile Sold On Honor. i Further tests in the llugan steppe and New Steamship Has All istic Eskimo products gathered I in central Asia are being made. The Marks of Huge Ice Box by the teachers of government nature of the rain-making method and Tacoma, Wash.—Kobinson Crusoe schools for sale here, the funds "t- 2. Fair Allowances On Trade-in Cars. j the character of machinery necessary would have lived kingly if his wrecked derived to purchase needs and to produce rain on demand have not ship had been the Stuart-Star, a mod­ comforts for the-homes of the Honest Efficient Service. yet been explained., 3. ern new refrigerator vessel. This ship Northland natives. iv has 5.1 compartments, each separate in The offerings for sale include r 4. A Real Guarantee Over a Full Period of Ninety Days. 360-Pound Snake Caught itself for various perishable products. 1,900 pounds of polished walrus After More Than a Year I.l can carry fish, frozen meats, chilled ivory, 570 pounds of walrus meats, fruitts of all kinds, or any sort teeth, 500 walrus tusks, 205 lr Rio de Janeiro.—A giant "Suoeri" Let these principles guide you in your purchase of a car as the beacon light "f foodstuffs requiring a fixed temper­ choice leopard sealskins, ivory snake, member of the boa family, ature for preservation. In sailing from carvings of gifts and useful ar­ guides men to safety at sea. I more than 30 feet in length and weigh- here for Europe the Stuart-Star was ticles. The furs include silvei\ ! ing 360 pounds, was recently captured loaded with many kinds of perishable blue, white, cross and red fox, • in the state of Matto Grosso and Northwest products assured of safe ermine, mink, lynx, wolf, bear brought to the Itio de Janeiro zoologi­ delivery by 40 miles of refrigerator and wolverine. cal garden by Ignacio Augusto Nasci- pipini!. mento, who led a party that pursued Ihe snake for more than a yenr. Nas- cimento set out to capture the largest The porcupine cannot shoot its When a man applies for a license BEACON GARAGEI snake ever seen 'here, and succeeded. quills at an enemy, as is often sup­ posed. It simply makes them stand to drive aa automobile in Duffield, Twelve men were needed to handle New Zealand, he is taken to a small 1 out like fur on a cat's tail, and they At the Sign of the Light House Enfield Street at Alden Avenue fhe boa when it arrived at the zoo. come off at the slightest touch. yard dotted with tall cans and order- New books and pamphlets arriving to steer an irregular course K. E. Myers, Prop. Telephone 181 Thompsonville, Ct. Finnan Haddie, or smoked haddock, at the British Museum Library num- through them to the opposite side, originally came from Pindon (p*o- be" about 40.000 a year. The library This accomplished successfully he is Finnrm\ a fthjII fiih'nc v'd- !>•!? to nresrrvo copies of all hooks bidden to repeat his trip in v.-verse -Wi.-,? . V -u-'j-'/y.f// " ',/• v.'-V: Ml "A ,-'K: 'ilk-Mi 't t & ' I * ! Jgi f v'y • .; '' 1 . THE THOMPSONVILLE PRESS, THURSDAY, JANUARY 20, 1927 THREK

CONSTANTINOPLE ' tury poet, but without laying any appeal was not alone to the emotions, sight and sonnd of our church, neg— claim to depth of philosophy, it was bit to reason, strengthened by faith lect it week by week, knowing not of MAY CHANGE NAME the writer's privilege to attend the as the Reverend speaker, imbued with that same wondrous mystery that re­ SPORTING NOTES services of the Bishop's Crusade con­ the Diving spfrit, pointed out to his veals itself within that sacred edifice. ASSOCIATIONS TO ducted at Hartford last Monday ev­ vast audience the path of duty thru The strength of any church can City by the Bosporus Known ening by Bishop Dorst and thorough­ the open door of Christianity. In only be in proportion to the support DIAMOND MATCH—53 THE BISHOP'S CRUSADE ly, enthusiastically and sincerely en- these days of divided opinions, aided B F T Hfe by Many Titles. AND OUR LOCAL CHURCHES joy them. it receives. Its efficiency can only be Coffey, rf 14 6 ( not less by varied interests of a se­ measured by the numbers who re­ Garoni, rf 10 2 Assisted by the aged and venerable cular nature, it was good to see af­ ceive its message. To preach to as- Traughese, If __ 4 4 12 Washington.—The ,s%gestfori* lias A Moral and An Appeal By a Lay­ J Bishop Brewster And by Bishdp Ach- ter all the power of the Church to empty church week after week is a ^/Arrangements C^mplet- Lynch, If 3 0 6 been made in Turkey that Constanti­ man—Writer Present At Services eson, the scene in Christ Church draw a congregation of such vast thankless task to our priests and McCarthy, c 2 ,2 6 In Hartford Conducted by Bishop Cathedral of the Episcopal Church proportions. Men and women had pastors and a poor compliment to the Jggg ed For the Three Days nople be renamed for Kemal Pasha, Dorst Last Monday Evening. come from many distant places to Stanley, c 0 0 0 president of the republic. was at once solemn, grand and beau­ Master who gave his life that oth­ (Contributed) tiful and conveyed to the senses an attend this service in spite of in­ I — — V. i fered not alone by Revival Services. er of agriculture.* Luke, rg 5 1 11 tentions. One is that Stamboul is a Our Church is old, but has stood v • The first day will be given over to Copeland, rg 0 0 0 corruption of a phrase which the throughout the ages as the rock to ' those interested in beef, sheep and Connors, lg 10 2 Turkish Invaders heard the Greeks which men turn in moment of afflic­ swine industries and a general meet- say, 'ees teen poleen,' literally 'to the tion. Why should it be less so when ing in the evening directed 'by a »«»?§ Totals . 12 2 26 city.' Another supposition is that 11 m the storm has given way to peace? special committee on "Permanent Referee, Stacy of Springfield Col­ Then let us take this as the moral Agriculture." The Connecticut Swine lege; time, 20-minute halves. 'Islam,' meaning 'true believing,' and of the Revival Services, and carry­ ^."-r Breeders' Association has secured 'bul,' meaning 'copious,' have been forward the slogan, "Renewed Alleg­ . Professor H. H. Havner of the Penn­ INDUSTRIAL LEAGUE STANDING welded together by the Turks into iance." That our Church is shown sylvania State College as the prin- Stamboul, 'abounding in the true Mos­ 1 : by the attendance at these special ! W L P. C. I /!* '. . i IJL cipal speaker. His subject will be Axminster 1 1 .500 lem faith.' ; V" serv: .es to be worthy of our support "Some Problems of the Eastern Pork Jacquard 1 1 .500 and that support we are going to Producer." "Emperor Constantine, for whom Office 1 l .500 Constantinople is named, did not him­ give to our own churches at all Professor W. B. Connell of the Tapestry l l .500 times, "for the glory of the Creator same college is to 3peak on "Sheep self give It that name. On May 11, and the relief of our own estate." Farming in the East," and Professor AXMINSTER—29 330 A. D., Constantine called together m&i * Our church, yesterday, today and L. V. Tirrell of the Connecticut Ag­ B P T a mass meeting in the newly complet­ -Sfea* forever. ricultural College on "Ones Year with Merrill, rf 113 ed hippodrome. It was a ceremony Connecticut Sheep Men," at the ses­ of rejoicing. A new city had been Fiedler, If 4 3 11 ft <-'# The editor of the Wabeno Adver­ sion of the Connecticut Sheep Breed­ Smith, c 10 2 built, destined to succeed Rome as tiser of Wabeno', Wisconsin, made ers' Association. Kegley, rg : 3 17 capital of the Roman empire for 11 his own news recently when he light­ Harry R. Lewis of Davisville, R. Watton, lg. 2 2 6 Siii ed a match to peer into tie gasoline, I., chairman of the agricultural com­ centuries. At the high point of the hippodrome pageant Constantine dedi­ tank of the engine which operates his mittee of the New England Council, Totals ; 11 , 7 29 Jerusalem of the Bible contrasts greatly with the Jerusalem of today, as lg shown by this photograph of the plant. He is now setting type with­ will be the main speaker at the Per­ JACQUARD—27 cated the city to Christianity and Jaffa road, looking from l>nvid's tower. out eyebrows and eyelashes. manent Agriculture meeting on the B F T named it Nava Roma. evening of the first day. A commit­ Ryder, rf 3 0 6 "It was the Greeks who called it tee is now arranging the program Bergen, If 0 0 0 Constantinoupolis and finally it be­ for the session of the Connecticut Dineen, c 4 19 came Constantinople. The patriarch Jbr Bconomic*! Tro nsp arta ff Beef Producers. Connors, rg 3 0 6 of the Greek church still signs his title The second day will include ses­ Tierney, lg 3 0 6 sions under the direction of officials *blshop of Constantinople, New Rome,' ¥ of dairy, vegetable and fruit assoc­ Totals 13 1 27 but Nova Roma was forgotten. So iations, besides a "A Connecticut was the original name, Byzantium for ICHEVROLET Food Products Dinner" in the even­ OFFICE—31 King Byzas, a local ruler, who first J ing, at which several speakers of par­ B F T built a town on the Golden Horn ticular note will talk. The last day Malley, If 3 17 peninsula. of the conference, Friday, January Kaminski, rf 3 0 6 "Turks have had other affectionate 28, will be devoted entirely to the Craven, c 4 19 interests of poultry raisers. Many names for Constantinople just as Ci Niemiec, rg 10 2 Americans call New York, Father . of the associations represented will G. Luke, lg 3 17 hold annual meetings in connection Knickerbocker. Sometimes the Turks with the conference, when officers Totals 14 3 31 call it Oummoudunia, 'the Mother of and committees for the year will be TAPESTRY—26 the World,' and sometimes Islambol, mprovements elected. B F T 'the City of Islam.' Another name is D. Luke, rf 5 .1 11 Der el Saadet, 'the City of Felicity.' The hum of the mosquito is to be |F. Niemiec, If 0 0 0 Arabs call it by a name which is sig­ broadcast throughout England. The Sheridan, c 2 15 nificant, El Farrucli, 'the Earth Divid­ song of the nightingale, caught by' Teo, rg 2 0 4 er.' " r/.y? Wi the microphone in woods thirty miles I Copeland, lg 3 0 6 from London some time ago, proved ! such a success that the buzz of in­ Totals 12 2 26 Government Railroad sects is now to be given a trial. Leopold Stokowski, conductor of Bones obtained from the kitchen Reports $1,116,000 Loss the Philadelphia Orchestra, plans to' formed the timber for ship models | Washington.—While the railroads autiful eliminate all visual disturbances' made by the prisoners during the | throughout the United States are en­ from his concerts. The hall will be Napoleonic Wars. Many of these joying their greatest period of pros­ darkened during concerts hnd the or-; models still exist and are valued at chestra will not be in sight. ' from $1,000 to $5,000. perity, the only government-owned line—the Alaskan railroad—sustained EVROLET a loss of $1,116,000 for the year, its general manager reported to the sec­ retary of the Interior recently. n Chevrolet History Revenues of the road increased by $206,274 during the year, while operat­ ing expenses were cut $298,000. Plans for the completion of the road AIR CLEANER—To safeguard inside motor part* The FIRE TEST proves and purchase of modern equipment from excessive wear and to assure an efficiently Marvelous beauty, luxury and style! And, in call for an expenditure of approxi­ •mootil power flow, all models are equipped with an mately $12,000,000 during the next few •AC Air Cleaner which furnishes filtered air to the addition, a host of improvements that raise to the ECONOMY and years. carburetor and prevent* dirt and grit from getting an even higher level the Chevrolet standard of into the motor. quality! That's why the Most Beautiful Chev­ Here Are New Words, OIL FILTER—All models are provided with a newly • EFFICIENCY of j rolet is everywhere regarded as the greatest sen* Take 'Em or Leave 'Em |

substantial industries it will have ac­ thrifty Dutchmen .paid $25 fbr Long Th^Thdmpsoiiiville complished the much needed stabiliz­ Island, which today is worth billions. ing of our industrial activity, and Today all through our land men and HOW INCOME Press will mean much more, desirable women by the purchase of real es­ Published Thursdays by :C though the latter may be also, than tate are laying the foundations of TAX APPLIES I fortunes, which while not showing >;:vt t6e advance printing and any number of pleasure or commer­ such tremendous financial increase as ,/ } PUBLISHING COMPANY cial crafts that may plow the waters the Long Island deal, will pay great ' 27-&9 High St., Thompsonville, Ct. of the Connecticut as it flows by the dividends in health, happiness and BTOEARMNGS 6-Room Single House, near center of 3 Telephone No. 50. town, '-'"i: By CHARLES J. MILLER peace of mindw Sec., The Commonwealth Edison. I would urge each one who has not plpl Hazardville, price : $2,500f Company of Chicago. Table is Prepared Show­ A:& \ 1 \ PHILIP J. SULLIVAN 3 TAXES AND TOBACCO yet taken the first step towards own­ ; ing his own home to give this mat­ Editor and Business Manager • ter serious consideration. You must ing Tax To Be Paid By ^ttl4-Room Double House with all mod-;t .. Telephone No. 95-2. HE subject of home ownership is one which should be of interest start by saving with a definite ob­ jfVjern improvements, on Main St., Haz-S: T: the Wage Workers Re­ iana vaiue as leix Dy tne Assessors to each one of us regardless of ject in view. Saving soon becomes .Vi.nvino , Entered at the Post Office, Thomp- is not an exceedingly large amount his station in life, because the home a habit and almost before one knows ceiving From $1,500 to ; T ardville, price $5,500 SE,, onville, . Conn, as second class mat- and it has no material effect on the is the fundamental basis of our soc­ it he has the nucleus for his home. •m ier. sum total of the taxable property ial system. Select a home which is. within your j $5,000 Per Year. . means and go into debt, a debt which! 1 X!mi|fSeveral ^her Good Bargains. Ife; All bdmmunications should be ad- valuation, it does indicate that the The home is truly the cradle of the is both honorable and uplifting. Wage earners are indebted to Jesse is# dressed to The Thompsonville Press, tobacco "holiday" was an actuality in race. It is one cf the few institu­ ;fficc: 27-29 High Street. tions which has survived throughout How Building and Loan Associations' H. Evans of Washington, D. C., for the agricultural section of our town. the ages. _ The home is the only in­ Help. 1 the following table, showing the in- The tendency for several years was ADDRESS BOX 91 lH stitution in the world which fosters Various agencies have been estab-|come ta* indivjduaIs with in- •0: DOING THE UNUSUAL to increase the acreage of tobacco the two primary instincts of the hu­ m s of $5 000 r less must pay hshed to help the prospective home! ?? ? O ' ° Hazardville, Conn, h ^ \ Telephone 297-4 land under cultivation. This led to man race, self-preservation and race ' The evident determination of the owner. Many banks have a real es- Uncle bam- one of the fundamental troubles of perpetuation. tate department. There are building Single v Married $/] town officials to make possible a two the tobacco growing industry—over Our earliest recollections center and loan associations which enable Net Person T Person mill reduction in the tax rate, is an production. It took more than one around the home, regardless of its the home buyer to pay off his in­ Income Exemption Exemption "X~ - endeavor that is deserving of the season to convince the grower that character. Although the home may debtedness as he systematically $1,500 $3,500 be poor and meager, to the child it i' ; . highest possible commendation. It ; this was a factor in demoralizing the saves. There is no'better agency to $1,500 !';/ may not exactly be "good business" represents the one spot on earth assist in acquiring the amount nec­ 1,750 v "$2™81 tobacco market, and it required con­ which affords food and shelter and 2,000 5.63 to do it, as one of the ablest of our siderable pressure to induce them to essary for the initial payment on the where love and affection abound. home than the building and loan as­ 2,250 8.44 town officials points out, but under curtail. When . the "holiday" from The percentage of home owners in 2,500 11.25 the circumstances it is good policy. sociation, which encourages systeih-! growing for one season was propos­ the United States in 1920, when the atic saving, paying earnings about 2,750 14.06 The "circumstances" are, of course, ed it did not meet with a very cord­ last census was taken was 45.6 per double those which can be paid by 3,000 16.88 Benjamin Spend less the fact fiat any relief that can be ial reception. The modification or cent of the heads of families. savings banks. ' 3,250 19.69 Franklin Aon you get" given to the taxpayers just at this curtailment of the acreages was ac­ Nomads vs. Homebuilders. Financial independence can be se­ 3,500 22.50 Momjtm. 17,1706 time, apart from the financial bene­ cured only through sacrifice, and to 3,750 25.31 $2.81 —Poor Richard cepted with more grace, and appar­ One hears from time to time ar­ 4,000 28.13 fit that it might be, cannot fail to guments, pro and con, regarding those who have gone through the 5.63 ently, it has been carried out quite ! 4,250 30.94 8.44 have a stimulating and reassuring generally here. home ownership. Both sides seem trying period of starting to save in effect on the people of the commun­ order that the first payment on their 4,500 33.75« 11.25 The Assessors had no other alter­ sincere in their presentation of the 4,750 36.56 14.06 ity at this time. That is just about case. But can we honestly say thkt, home might be made, and then native, and be fair to our agricultur­ struggling along until ultimately the 5,000 39.38 • 16.88 '! what is required more than anything in the strictest sense«of the word, we In each instance Mr. Evans has de­ al interests,, but to make the re-ad­ are really living when we are one of goal has been Reached. else at the present time. justment' in the valuation which the ducted the 25 per cent exemption al­ It is true that things are better a vast throng huddled together in lowed for "darned net income." curtailment of the use of the acre­ apartment house or tenement, which STANDING OF BIGELOW-HART- here, industrially, agriculturally and age in the more highly specialized is the possession of another, and who commercially, and have been for some FORD ENGINEERING LEAGUE toVSm form of agriculture imposed on them. probably has no interest in us other On this point the Treasury regula­ time. But it will take more than a than to collect the rents? few months of normal conditions, a In doing so they were merely con­ The following is the standing of tions read as follows: Thrift Week Year after year, the majority of the teams comprising the Bigelow- state, by the way, which we have not forming with the general rule which "A 'head oif a family' is an individ­ these tenants move from place to Hartford Engineering League, match ual who actually supports and main­ January 17-23 exactly as yet reached, to restore the is applied in the valuation of all place, forming no permanent ties and property. While in the aggregate games of which are rolled at Collins' tains in one household one or more financial equilibrium of the people accumulating only fleeting memories, Alley on Central street. High team individuals who are closely connected the amount is not startlingly great, of a community, and a bunch of rent of this community. But in this in­ and it's loss,.to the town exchequer total is held by the "Pineapples" with with him by blood relationship, re­ Start a Bank Account receipts. a score of 816, while the high team stance of tax reduction, something will scarcely be noticeable, it will af lationship by marriage or • by adop­ ., The moment, a home- - --is ' purchased— string honors belong to the "Lemons" tion, and whose right to exercise more than mere financial stability is ford considerable relief to the much - This Week sought, for the individual benefit of the first step toward better citizen- with 290. Cleary is high 3-string family control and provide for those harassed tobacco grower. In this j SwL^P 'L,™is taken.ke?\ As a taxpayer the man with a score of 305, with Jand- j dependent individuafs is "based upon the reduction in the rate will not instance at least he is not being call home owner takes an active interest4. reau taking the high single string!some moral or legal obligation.'.' Ome DoBar -wilt open am aceowmt claimed for each person (other than their financial ruin if it failed to the town is concerned, it is negli He has a constructive aim in life, he with Cleary, 93 3-4, and Goldsmith, i husband or wife) under 18 years of OPEN SATURDAY EVENINGS, 6:30 TO 8:30 P5MT materialize. It is, more than any­ gible, providing that the "holiday" is works harder outside his home and 92 1-6, closely following. Schedule |age, or incapable of self-support be- thing else, the psychological effect only temporary. spends his leisure hours more profit­ for this week is: Tuesday, Pineapples !cause mentally or physically defec- ably. _ The husband and wife who vs. Lemons; Wednesday, Pills vs. itive, and who is receiving his or her that it will have on the people of the To have it continue indefinitely, or have invested in a home have usual­ community that will count most just for any great number of years, it Raspberries; Thursday, Hams vs. (chief support from the taxpayer on ly acquired the saving habit; they Eggs. The standing follows: [the last day of the taxable year. at this time. would mean something to the town are interested in the advancement of Thompsonville Trust Co. The heartening effect of this cut finances. It would practically amount a social system which permits the Won Lost P.O. Pinfall Pineapples . Shoes, fitted with safety garters in the local tax rate will be of im­ to the establishing of a new stand­ individual to store up the fruits of 10 6 .625 3055 10 6 .625 2991 that slip on over the toe and sole THOMPSONVILLE, CONNECTICUT measurable value to the people of ard of farm values in this section. his labor. Home Is Safeguard of Liberty. Hams - 10 6 .625 2952 and will not slip off during the wrig­ this community, particularly when This would mean, of course, a low­ Pills 8 .500 2949 gling foot movements of the Char­ our status in this regard is compar­ The result of observation is that ering, permanently perhaps, of the the man who owns his own home is 7 9 .438 2917 leston, are becoming popular in Lon­ ed with the almost unfailing tend­ agricultural values, for while the seldom caught by the wiles of the Raspberries ...... 3 13 .188 2770 don. ency in other municipalities to do land thus abandoned for tobacco rais­ soap box orator who, himself having just the reverse. In these days of ing would hardly be left idle, it is nothing to lose, desires nothing more steadily mounting municipal expenses conceivable that it would be. used to than to have others share his opin­ it is comforting to know that not on­ produce commodities of considerable ions and ultimately be in his plight. ly has this inclination been checked less value than tobacco. But pos- No foreign invader has ever been "What Is Thompson- here, but an actual reduction in the sibU though it may be, we are far S Two Very Special cost of municipal management has who went on fighting for their homes. Irom' arriving at such a situation yet, It has been well said that "The ville's Greatest Need'?' taken place sufficient to make a sub­ for it is unlikely that the tobacco American home is the safeguard of stantial cut in the property tax rate. grower will change to the more di- American liberty." 1 Not only should this condition j versified agricultural pursuits with- Statistics show that of the men and Dr. Milton S. Rees Bargains strengthen the confidence of the j out a more protracted struggle, har- women who reach the age of 65, the people here in the town, but it should j rowing though his experience might majority are dependent upon char­ Will Answer This Question At A prove a good talking point in the pro- |have been for the past few years. ity, either organized or unorganized, FOR JUST TWO DAYS motion of any movement that would ; There is a great likelihood, there- or on their friends Or relatives. Sta­ tistics likewise show that those who, Meeting For Men! be initiated for the advancement of j fore, that he will gradually work For Two Days—Tomorrow and Saturday—We Are during their years of earning capac­ the community interest. Nothing is j back to the former amount of acre- ity, purchased their own homes, sel­ Sunday Afternoon Offering the Following Two Very Special Bargains. more fatal to community welfare; age, particularly if the market con- dom are included in this majority, than the increasing of its budget of jdition continues to improve, as the,___,for, with the possession of their JANUARY 23RD expenses by mismanagement and | present favorable state of it would j home they also acquired the saving I Ladies' and Men's Zippers, a new stock just reckless expenditure of the taxpay- j indicate. I habit and consequently laid up that | First Presbyterian Church received. Just recall what you have been ers' money. With the absence of ; which will carry them through the ' AT THREE O'CLOCK | sunset years of their lives. paying for Zippers and you will appreciate these discouraging factors there is I CIVIL SERVICE HERE Bring someone with you. Special no reason why we should not only i , History tells us that a bunch of /'this bargain and take advantage of it. NW get our full share of the comfort ! , i j.- *1.1.1 1 /-.• -i ' music. Union service Sunday ev­ fu 1. iv i.- t x • j 1 • 1 t 1 ItT ttook a meeting of the local Civil that this satisfactory situation should 1 • 1 *. 11. ening at 7 o'clock. specially priced at $4.48 pair. , . . . , , ., , . „ ,, Service0 Commission last week to re- bring, but not hesitate to tell the . . , ,, , , ,, . , „ ij»i uj.-4.jr -j. -ii • 1 mind the people here that such an world about it, for it will unques- 11 - ,. . . , . ., Only a few nights left in the campaign that Men's and Boys' Sweaters, Sport Coats and tionablv.. ui beu foundjr j toj. beu an unusual1 organization., existed, in. .the commun- . . * - ,...... jr ity. Many had almost forgotten en- Classified state of things in communities of J . . . has quickened the religious life of the com­ Lumberjacks, that we sold for from $4.00 to . , tirely the existence of this civic our size today. ,body It ig realizedj of course> that Advertising munity. The remaining services should be $10.00, will be on our bargain counter for where only one department of the the greatest of the campaign. these two days at a positive 25% reduction. HOPE RENEWED local government is under such pro- Classified Advertising most here­ 'visions as the civil service rules, after be paid for in advance, in accordance with newspaper rales Being a "river town," we are nat- there is not a great opportunity for and regulations. urally interested in the renewal of such a body to function. That per the river improvement project. Our haps, accounts for the fact that the George H. Cunningham geographic location compels such an active endeavors of this organization attitude even though we have not have been few and far between. They MISCELLANEOUS 55 PEARL STREET THOMPSONVILLE, CONN. demonstrated it outwardly in recent have, it is true, under the rules FOUND—An 18 karat gold wedding years. Time was when this project, adopted at the time of the placing ring near the home of William especially the navigation feature of of the local police department under Hilditch on Spring Street on Tues­ day afternoon. Owner can have Personal it, attracted widespread local atten­ civil service, functioned properly in tion. In those days our civic bodies, the few instances which were requir­ same by proving property and pay­ ed of them in making additions to ing for this advertisement. Mrs. for we. have had more than one, were Hennessey, 81 Spring St., Tele­ associated in the movement to fur­ the department. phone 487. d39 ther this undertaking with many oth­ But it has always been held, and er such organizations throughout "the in fact is so still, that the mere fill­ Tax Notice valley." Hope was high then that ing of a vacancy in the department WANTED the time was soon at hand when we when one arises, was not all that is WANTED—Woman fo cooking and would see innumerable crafts float-1 required of that body. The fact that r NOTICE! general housework. Phone Thomp­ ing up and down our water front, jthe additional obligation which their sonville 885. tf Every person residing in the Town of Enfield, Conn., be­ with the resultant cutting of our duty imposes if not put to practical freight rates, reducing our fuel bill,, purpose is not exactly their fault, WANTED—Dressmaking and plain tween the ages of 21 and 60 years, shall, except as other­ improving our transportation in gen- JThe initiative in this matter should sewing, to be done at home. Lil­ wise especially provided by law, be liable to pay a person­ come lian L. Tucker, Enfield St., Tele­ eral, and adding to our commercial from the Board of Selectmen, phone 803-12. d40 al tax of $3.00 for Town and State Taxes. importance in particular. I who should inform the commission Board of Relief With these expectations came lat­ when there is no longer a waiting WANTED—Salesman for Lubricat­ er the prospect for the power devel­ list of available candidates for the ing Oil and Paint; two lines com­ department, and that it is the duty bined. Salary or Commission. The YOUR PERSONAL TAX IS opment, which at first conflicted with Royce Refining Co., or The Royce the navigation plan and later, through of the commission to provide- one. Paint Co., East 37th and Burwell, DUE FEBRUARY 1st, 1927 All persons are hereby notified that there will he a„ meet­ the insistence of a government bur­ Such a list would be made up after Cleveland, Ohio. *d39 ing of the Board of Relief of the Town of Enfield, at' the eau, was reconciled with it. All these examination and the same submitted Town Building, Thompsonville, in said Enfield, hopes and expectations came, only to to the appointing officer, to be held And payable at my office, Watson's Block, 85 Asnuntuck be lost again and then revived per­ by him until the vacancy arises. The FOE SALE Street, Thompsonville, where I will meet you to receive iodically and finally permitted to ex­ men in this list would, as has been APPLES FOR SALE^—Baldwins and said tax, as follows; . ' ^ ... ; Tuesday, Feb. 1st, from 9 A. M. to 5 P. M. pire) entirely. With £he amalgama­ frequently suggested, be available for Greenings, by the bushel basket or tion of our local utilities, hope was special police duty and to fill the barrell. Inquire of M. H. Westhoff, Wednesday, Feb. 2nd, from 9 A. M. to 5 P.M. again renewed when the rights of the places of regulars during vacation Enfield St., Phone 871. d39 Connecticut River Company were ac­ periods. In this way they would be FOR SALE—3 feather mattresses, 3 Every Day from 2 P. M. to 8 P. M., Be­ Thursday, Feb. 3rd, from 9 A. M. to 5 P. M. jV: ' quired, and the assurance given in getting the necessary experience bed springs, 2 mattresses, 3 beds, ' ; the first announcement of the plans which would fit them for regular duty 1 stove, 1 ice box, 1 dresser, 4 ginning Tuesday, February 1, 1927, to Friday, Feb. 4th, from 9 A. M. to 5 P; M. of the' company, that the river power when the occasion arises for their chairs, a brand new wash tub, and Saturday, Feb. 5th, from 9 A. M. to 5 P. M. project was a part of the program. appointment. ironing board. Inquire of Hubert Wednesday, March 30, 1927, Inclusive. W'- Until such a list has been provided Frigon, 77 Windsor Street, Tele­ Apparently it was not an idle boast, phone 43-12. d42 by the process outlined the commis­ Town Building, Thompsonville, every Saturday during Feb­ Also on other days to which the board shall adjourn, no­ 5% ;• for within the past few days the tice of which will be hereafter given pursuant/ to ^Chapter first steps to this end have been tak­ sion and the town officials in charge ruary and March from 2:00 P. M. to 4:00 P. M.; Also en. The move of the local power of* the police department have not FOR RENT 65, Section 1280, General Statutes of Connecticut,' Revision :|upcti|ned as completely, as the apt March 31st and April 1st, 1927, from 9:00 A. M. to 9:00 of 1918, at which meetings and the adjournments there­ company has naturally attracted ti}§" TO RENT—Stalls in heated garage attention of those who had been in­ whicli created them provides. It is on Oak Street. Inquire of Enfield P. M.; Post Office, Hazardville,' Tuesday, March 22, 1927 of, appeals from the tfoings of jthe Assessors of said town terested in the transportation project a small matter after all, and yet it Lumber & Coal Co., Phone 21. tf from 1:00 P. M. to 4:00 P. M. will be heard by the said board. •> The time for appeal is; in the! past, and much will be heard is one of these little thiiigs that does limited by law to twenty days fronT and after the first very often count for considerable. TO RENT—Six Room House with all pro and con on this question of navi­ latest improvements. Inquire Fred business day of February. ^ gation! and power development in our For instance, a few capable candi­ J. Provencher, 146 Spring Street; AST experience has shown that many wait for sev­ river front for the next few years. dates for membership on the police Telephone 31-2. tf J; , , . PER ORDER, , To as locally, the question of navi­ department, who had stood the ad- P eral notices before paying the Personal Tax. This fenission test and also had- an oppor­ TO RENT—Tenement of four rooms, makes additional expense to your town. Will you help gation* which will presumably have all conveniences and accommoda­ to be k part of the development, does tunity to g&in some experience would tions. Rent $17 per month. In us to save •this expense by forwarding payment of or. JAMES T. BURGESS, not perhaps mean quite as much as *be very valuable in assisting in meet­ quire C. Alaimo Co., Phone 456. this tax atr.onCe. ' it did; in the old days or as it does ing any emergency which might con­ M. J. LIBERTY, , front the local department where im­ TO RENT—A good 4-room tenement ii ft ^Viii mm now tb the communities to the north at the Corner of/Hartley Ave. and; % of us.' What does keenly jntereift us, mediate, asMsta^ce would ,]be .r^qiiir- - Central St. "Also^ garage for rent^ I. LAURENCE KLEIN, however, is the powei# -development, ed in miaihtaiiiiRg la^ iand order, &nd inquire 6 Bartley Avenue. *d4™ • 'I Jir ' arma^ft^. k'M kL .. ^ u the preservation of the lives and for in' it we may find a solution of boAud of reliej. property of the comtfufciity. It would TO RENT—7-room flat, all modernj k *^ migcllrAL TAX our greatest community weakness, fine'location for professional uaeJ the; l&k of diversified industries. W -v. Als®;.a store which is an ideal busM Dated at En$e)d, dajrW Enfield£e&./$fci*0&y 20, 1927. this project will succeed in dotting Sgth to ness location. Inquire at Baron-1 tf _ "7: ^;\ ;••'•;• ':. '^>r.*•?'''' V:'v: • ^7'' ' •: •• :>;••'•-y/'r y^' y; :> • •#' V^;:!y- ^;r ,'»V$» --.-V ,,

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modore Hotel in that city, MryHalhf., fid<> society of St. Andrew's Church ical program and refreshments were held Saturday afternoon. Besides his Donnelly. The body was taken -to; wachs was presented "with a silver was held at the home of Mrs. Frank served. '\ 'parents, Mir. and Mrs. Martin Ander­ Lowell, Mass., the former' home of ' loving cup suitably inscribed by the Stuart on Enfield street. A most The annual report of the vital sta­ son, he leaves two brothers, Arthur Mr. Noone, for burial in St. Patrick's« 1 Chevrolet Motor Company in honor satisfactory report of the year's work tistics for .the town of Enfield for and Allen Anderson. of his local agency having sold more was given by the retiring secretary, the past year, shows a marked de­ Cemetery in that city. cars in percentage of quota than any Mrs. Irving Plank. The officers were crease both in births and marriages, The fire department was called out dealer in his Connecticut division. elected for the. coming year as fol­ while deaths increased in number. Friday evening for a blaze in the lows: President, Miss M. Louise Mor­ home of Roy Underwood on Pearl The Enfield Community Associa­ Births last year totaled 297 as com­ street. Wood piled against a chim­ . Miss Josephine Lanza entertained chapel, promptly at 6 o'clock. At 7 tion is arranging for a whist party rison; vice-president, Mrs. Thomas pared with 325 in 1925, a decrease last Saturday evening at her home Meginn; secretary and treasurer, ney in the cellar caught fire. The o'clock in the church, the evangelistic and dance to be held in the Com­ of 28. Marriages decreased 47, the damage was slight. on Whitworth street, with the guest service will be held. Alf are wel­ munity House, Enfield street, Friday Mrs. William Fuge. Following the total for 1926 being 153 as against of honor Mrs. Santa J. Angelica, come. evening, Januiary 28th. business session a social hour wai in 1925. Deaths last year were Attorney and Mrs. Harold J. Brom- whose marriage took place this morn­ The Enfield Teachers' Association enjoyed and luncheon was served b; 3,.an increase of 11 over the total age of Washington Avenue are re­ District Deputy Myron Peckham of ceiving congratulations upon the ing. The event was in the nature of will present' Laurette Taylor's play, South Manchester installed the offi­ the hostess. The next meeting wi 132 recorded in 1925. a kitchen shorter and about 40 were "Happiness" on Friday evening, Feb. be held at the home of Mrs.. Eugene birth of a daughter, Janet Elizabeth, cers of Asnuntuck Lodge, Knights of ^ Mr. and Mrs. Rudolph Brissette of born last Thursday at the Wesson present to enjoy the festivities. In 4th, at 8 P. M. in the Auditorium of Pythias, at an interesting and large­ Martin. Lincoln street, are rejoicing over the •Xvfv,(-:/'. .the living room and dining room a the Enfield High School. The play The 12th annual ball of the En­ Maternity Hospital, Springfield. The ly attended meeting held Tuesday ev­ birth of a son, born Sunday, Jan. 16. new baby is a granddaughter of Dep­ color scheme in yellpw was attrac­ is being coached by William Simp­ ening in the lodge headquarters in field Fire Department will be held The new baby is a grandson to Mrs. tively carried out. Kitchen ware of uty Sheriff andx Mrs. Edward Brom- son of Springfield. Tickets for sale Odd Fellows' Hall on High street. tomorrow evening in the Community Amanda Brissette of South street. a varied description, both useful and by teachers of, the -association and Hall on Enfield street. The commit­ age of Pearl street. WRIST AND ornamental, was comprised" in the James E. Loughlin is the chancellor Mrs. C. J. Whelan is spending a at the box office the night of the commander: with Frank Chappell as tee in charge of arrangements as­ month at Miami, Florida. At the annual convention of the shower, which was presented to the play. The cast of characters is as sures all who attend a very enjoyable Connecticut State Grange in Bridge­ STRAP bride-elect in a large basket. A buf­ vice-chancellor. The other officers Ernest Anderson, 23, died last follows: Phillip Chandos, L. Craw­ are as follows: Prelate, Lewis P. evening. Refreshments will be serv­ port/ Enfield Grange was represent-1 fet lunch was served and games, ford Churchill; Fermoy MacDonagh, ed during the evening. week Wednesday at his home on ed by the master, John E. Luddy, WATCHES dancing, singing and recitations by Townson: keeper of records and seal, Pleasant street, Warehouse Point. He W" Homer Allen; John Scowcroft, John Harry Greaves; financial secretary, The newly elected officers of the and tjhe lecturer, Mrs. Ruby O. Beau­ Miss Josephine Deleo provided enter­ Hopkins; waiter, John Hopkins; Mrs. was employed by the G. M. Montgom­ mont; A resolution presented by Mr. At no time is the Wrist Albert Clark; master of exchequer, women's auxiliary to the John M. ery Company at Windsor Locks, but tainment. Chrystal Pole, Zilpah Meyer; Miss John Davies; master at arms, Les­ Handley Camp, No. 23, United Span­ Luddy was adopted, providing for the or Strap Watch so useful Perkins, Miss Ruth Ravmond; Mrs. had been ill for the past year. He appointment of a committee to study '•£' At the morning service at the First ter Bodley; past chancellor, Eugene ish War Veterans, were installed by was a member of the choir of St. or convenient as during the ^Presbyterian Church Sunday, Dr. Mil­ Wreary, Rachel Keniston; an assist­ Lamore; inner guard, Joseph Pajot; Mrs. Addie Mertz, department presi­ state and local taxation methods as ant, Harriet Best; an applicant, Har­ John's Episcopal Church, in Ware­ they affect agriculture and to report Winter season. This is es­ X ton S. Rees, who is conducting the outer guard, Charles 0. Creelman; dent, of New Haven, Tuesday even­ house Point, where the funeral was pecially true for those who • evangelistic campaign in town, will riet Hamilton: Jenny, Ruth Adamis. trustee for three years, .Nelson W. ing in their rooms on Church street. with recommendations for improve­ preach. The Sunday School session Louis R. Halbwachs was m JNew Fairman. Lester Bodley was chair­ The ceremonies were very impres­ ments of the methods at the next are out of doors a great, ' iwill be at 12 o'clock and the union York last week attending the auto­ man of the committee of arrange­ sive. After the installation a buffet State Grange Session. deal. service of the young people's societ­ mobile "show. At a banquet of the ments. lunch was served in the American ANNOUNCEMENT An anniversary mass was celebrat­ ies of the town will be held in the Chevrolet dealers held at the Com­ The annual meeting of the ladies' Legion rooms in which the John M. ed in St. Patrick's Church on Mon­ We have a fine stock of Handley Camp and the auxiliary both day morning in memory of John them from which to choose took part. The evening was spent Mrs. A. Fournier 1 Hines, Sr., a former well-known res­ either of these practical, in a very enjoyable mariner, the pro­ ident of Enfield. Many relatives and gram of singing, dancing and speech Hairdresser friends were present. Rev. Daniel J. time keepers. In it you will making being enjoyed by all. find the foremost makes of wishes to announce that in the | O'Connor, pastor, was the celebrant Robert F. Kelly has been appoint­ future she will take appoint­ of the mass. the country and at very ed by the prolate court as adminis­ ments, at her home, 35 North j The funeral of Thomas Noone was reasonable prices. trator on the estate of his mother, Main Street, every day except held in St. Patrick's Church Satur- Mrs. Nancy McAuley Kelly, late of Sundays, from 9 A. M. to 9:30 ! day morning at 9 o'clock and was this town. • P. M., Saturdays 9. A. M. to 6 largely attended by friends and rel­ The installation of the'newly elect­ P. M. atives. Rev. Daniel J. O'Connor, pas­ Arthur H. Lee 1 y> ed officers of Primrose Camp, Royal tor, celebrated the requiem mass and Jeweler and Optician Neighbors of America, will be held FOR APPOINTMENTS the soloist was Mrs. Frederick R. next Wednesday eveningv in Odd Fel­ . Furey. The bearers were John Egan, 30 Pearl St., Thompsonville ' .w lows' Hall. The exercises will start Telephone 572 •William McGarr, Raymond Purdy, at 7:30 P. M. sharp. All members John Cuffs, Walter Farr and Peter are invited to be present. The Child Welfare Club of Som- ersville met at the home of Mrs. James Slattery today. The presi­ For Success and Happiness—Make A dent of the club, Mrs. Louis Gowdy, was the speaker, taking for her sub­ Part of Your Salary Yours—To Keep! ject, "Investments." Carl Homer, son of Mr. and Mrs. George Homer of Somersville, is at­ Refurnish Your Home Now For 1927 tending a meeting of Travelers' In­ IXTHO GETS YOUR SALARY? , Do, you get the real surance Company employees in Hart­ IRE, in this marvelous , '> ford. He is located in Seattle, Wash. " benefit that comes from saving a certain part of The initiatory degree Will be exem­ ^ home outfit, is furni­ plified on a large class of candidates ture so attractive and ap­ your income or does it merely pass through your hands by Friendship Lodge, I. O. O. F., at the meeting in Odd Fellows' Hall pealing that it is bound to to other people? Monday evening. make home come FIRST The J. C. Three Club met at the home of Mrs. Gertrude Moran in in your lives. When every All of "America's Greatest Men" endorse the "Thrift" Hartford Avenue last Thursday even­ room is furnished so invit­ ing. Whist was played and prizes idea. They appreciate the freedom from worry that a were awarded to Mrs. Wilfred La- ingly and in perfect good belle, George Murray,. Mr. and Mrs. taste, outside interests will savings account gives—they know what wonderful op­ Arthur Bailargeon, Mrs. William De- take second place to the vine and Kenneth Leete. During the portunities can be grasped if you have money to take evening the hostess served refresh­ wonderful influence of the ments. A pleasing feature was se­ advantage of them. lections by a local orchestra. "HOME!" See and ap­ "Ted" Sullivan of Pearl street has Quality and Extra Value! praise this wonderful of­ returned home after a week's visit fering with your own eyes WE OFFER SAFETY AND 6%. with his brother-in-law and sister, Three Pieces for .. $357.00 Mr. and Mrs. Reuel E. Strong of —and do it now! Framinghani, Mass. Mrs. Hormidas Lajoie who was op­ Tou'll be honestly delighted when you find what beautifully fashioned three piece liv­ erated upon two weeks ago in Mercy ing room suites you can now Secure for your home at this greatly lowered price. The Hospital, Springfield, is getting along The Thompsonville Building nicely her many friendsTin town will handsomely carved frame and back and lovely mohair covering make these suites well be pleased to learn. Mrs. Lajoie ev- worthy of your home. pects to return to her home on Gar­ den street in a few days. & Loan Association The J. C. Three Club chartered a bus to Hartford last Saturday even­ THE INSTITUTION OF THRIFT ing where they attended Parsons' Theater. After the show supper was enjoyed at the Bond Hotel. J. FRANCIS BROWNE The committee in charge of the 104th annual reunion and banquet of the Enfield Society for the Detection of Thieves and Robbers, has arrang­ ed to hold the affair at the Commun­ ity Building, February 22nd, and the dinner will be served by the members of the Community Association who had charge of the affair last year. Another Week Of Our The committee is arranging an inter­ esting list of speakers and, as usual, the opening address will be by the president, M. J. Liberty. The enter­ Good Electric tainment committee has promised a splendid program for the event. January Clearance Sale The annual "Mens' Night" observ­ ance of the Enfield Parent Teachers' Association was held Monday even­ Included in the offerings for the next week of this Sale are some ing in the Enfield Street School and was largely attended. Rev. Edwin Lighting very special values in addition to those listed last week. While A. Gaffney, assistant at St. Patrick's Church, was the principal speaker the reduction, of course, extends throughout our stock, the follow­ and he gave an interesting talk on Gives You ing are values that should attract particular attention: "Authority." There was also a mus­ Ladies' Princess Slips, very special at 59c each Card of Thanks Protection Against Personal Injury We ^gratefully acknowledge and 1 Ladies' Princess Slips, very special at 79c each sincerely thank our friends and > neighbors for their beautiful flowers \ Protection Against Crime Ladies' Night Gowns and Chemise 89c each and their comforting expression af I sympathy and kindness in our recent | bereavement in the loss of daughter CCIDENTS resulting in personal injuries, some trivial, others ser­ One Lot of Turkish Towels, priced at 19c each and wife. i ious are less in number where the factory, workshop or office is EDWARD O. DOUGLASS, i A well lighted. Good lighting in these places lessens Accidents and Mercerized Table Cloths, 56x56, priced at 79c each TERRY J. CHAPIN. . : increases both Quality and Quantity in production. Suffield, Conn., Jan. 18, 1927. ! Mercerized Table Damask, 60 inches wide 49c yard In your home a Hylo Lamp costing but three cents a week (burning from Legal Notice 10 P. M. to 6 A. M.) will provide sufficient illumination to guard you Men's Heavy Ribbed Union Suits, ecru and gray ... $1.49 against accidents arising from collision with articles of furniture, against Sheriff's Sale On Execution. open stairways, etc., on occasions when you arise during the night. Men's Underwear, Shirts and Drawers 89c each Taken by virtue of an EXECU­ TION- to me directed, and will be Crimes of violence are seldom committed where the streets are Well light­ sold at 'PUBLIC VENDUE to the ed. Such crimes occur most frequently on dimly lit alleys and streets. $ Men's Flannel Shirts, gray and khaki...1.) $1.79 each highest, bidder, at Mejrill's Garage, Central. St.,. Thompsortville/ in the Criminals shun the Well Lighted places. Men's Ties, a large variety, priced at 39c each Town of Enfield fourteen days after date, which will be on the 3rd day In the evening when you go out to dinner, to parties, or the theatre— of February, A. D., 1927, at 10:00 leave two or more lightsburning. The amount of current they take is Men's Dress Shirts, with collar attached $1.19 each o'clock in the forenoon, to satisfy very small. You can leave three 50 Watt Lamps lighted four hours a said Execution and my fees thereon, Men's, Cotton and Wool Hose, priced at.; 19c pair the following described property to night, twelve nights a month and the total cost for electricity at 5i/2 cents wit: ONE OAKLAND TOURING a Kilowatt Hour, would be forty cents. Some folks have the porch light, CAR. lighted each evening from dusk until they go to bed and you can see Pequot Pillow Cases, 45x36, priced at 35c each Datedat Enfield, this 20th day of how cheerful a greeting it sends out to friends who call upon them. January, 1927. - . EDWARD BROMAGE, s- Peqik>t Sheets, 81x99, priced at $1.59 each d39-40 Deputy Sheriff. Next time you spend an evening out, leave the porch light and two or r< more lights in the house on. When you see how nice it looks" you'll al­ ways do it, and besides it is almost a positive protection against burglary. Legal.Notice Police statistics show that a well lighted home is seldom burglarized. AT A COURT OF PROBATE held Boys Suits and Overcoats at Enfield, within and for the Dis­ On Matters Pertaining To Lighting— trict of Enfield, Conecticut, on the 18th day of January, A. D., 1927. i ! i •> !*> . Present: Charles J. FoWler, Judge. Our Advice Is Yours For the Asking. On motion of Ida E. Hurlburt, 20% Reduction Somers, Connecticut, executrix on the estate of Nellie V. Bardwell, late of the Town of Enfield, within said Dis­ trict, dectased, it is Ordered, That six months be and | A New Line of Washable Silk Crepe, Just Arrived, price $1.98 yd. the same are hereby allowed and Telephone 300 Telephone 300 :: : limited for the creditors of said de­ ] Nfew Butterick'Fatterns and Butterick- Quarterlies. ceased to present their claims to the executrix, and further "I ji- Ordered, That notice of said limi- taitlon be given by publishing'^a copy of this order in a newspaper having »; ?irculatk>n in said District, and by jitogtlng a Tike copy on the public :'!W!''•••Mi&iHS. Northern Connecticut - .. . , . ft' T <• atgll-fABt in said Town of Enfield, nearest the place where the deceased 41 Ple&sant Street # JPhone 160-2 mpsonville, Ct. l L Ii*et dwelt. . , fti • Certified "frorli y .• "J * CHARLES <•£. / r. f •' .>5 • niirrii'm '1 art Cif. :-\l ffllplpp >:' •,"'#••."? .V ' '• IP®"''Sfppi

• • THE THQMPSONVI^E PRESS, THURSDAY, JANUARY 20, 1927 <3 A"'- C."V ' i' •; West Virginia Town Flooded by the Tug River Your Earning Power V" • cannot last always—keep Brown. Trustee for invested funds, >&fe- SUFFIELD Spencer Montgomery; nominating this thought before you committee, Ralph F. Merrell, Meade and a Savings Account The Boy Scout community troop Baumes and Burton M. Gillette; col- V will be revived after plans made last If tors, Leroy Parks, LawrenceNich- will be your logical de­ Thursday night at a meeting held at ojson, Rolfe Kennedy, Charles Fields, the home of Rev. E. Scott Farley,! Hubert Scott and Sidney Jones; ush- wmm fense when earning pow- C : pastor of the "Second Baptist church, jers, Arthur L Bessette, Ralph F cr decreases At the present time plans have been Merrell, Leroy Parks, John Crane and „ -iisis«fii^ft made and accepted by Floyd E. Dav-| Thomas Greer; every member can- plpi " • — — • It* is, principal of the Center Grammar I vass committee, Leroy Parks, Byron ^PSAYE WITH US BY MAIL**!/ vfc* .. School, who will from now on aqt as : S. Fields, Thomas Greer; superin- the troop's scoutmaster. Mr. Davis, j tendent of Sunday school Leroy C. sag! who will get the troop back into j Parks; assistant, Leon C. Staples; ? shape is well qualified for this work, secretary, Gladys Bessette; assistant having had similar experience with! secretary, Katherme Fuller; treasur- .The Travelers ^ boy training in several places before !?r. ,T- C. Austin; superintendent of " coming here as principal last fall ofju^ior department, Isabelle Bawn; Bank,md Trust Company the local school. [assistant,assistant, Mrs. James H. Eagleson; The First National Bank has elect­ primary, Mrs. Charles P. Walker; IravoiersBuildintf Hartford.Ct. IP- ed the following officers: President, home department, Mrs. John King; Charles L. Spencer, Jr.; vice-presi- cradle roll, Mrs. Frank Whipple and dent, Samuel R. Spencer; cashier, Mrs. Harold K. Perkins; church re- Samuel N. Reid; directors, C. L. p:\ir committee, A. L. Bessette, A. Spencer, Jr., Samuel R. Spencer, C. A. Brown, Mrs. David L. Brockett. S. Bissell, Sumner F. Fuller, How­ Appointments to committees in the ard A. Henshaw and Samuel N. Reid. State Legislature and Senate have The ladies' aid society of the Sec­ been made. Senator Samuel R. ond Baptist Church has named these Spencer, president of the lumber and "EVERYTHING FOR THE FARMER" committees for the annual bazaar: coal firm of Spencer Bros., Inc., and Fancy work, Mrs. George A. Har-! president of Suffield Savings Bank, THE AGRICULTURAL WAREHOUSE mon and Mrs. Charles S. Fuller; do-|h,as been assigned to the motor vehi- mestic, Mrs. Charles E. Haskins and j cles> new counties and county seat Mrs. Benoni Thompson; candy, Mrs. I committees. Howard C. Cone, an- This photograph was taken in Williamson, \V. Va., when town was flooded the waters of the Tug William W. Pomeroy and Mrs. Bern- I °ther well known business man, was river. Great damage was done in the business district. hard J. Ahrens; dolls, Mrs. Delmar! appointed to the motor vehicles and F. Sisson, Mrs. William J. Wilson; !" nfimsJ?ei committees of the assem- grabs, Mrs. Lester W. Lloyd and Mrs.! bly- Suffield s junior representative, Suggestions In Season Charles R. Brome; junior booth, Mrs. ' toward W. Alcorn, oldest son of Springfield Coach Company's pas­ the best work for the locals. In the IVAT?F!WOTPnTXTT William S. Fuller and Mrs. Charles1 State s Attorney Hugh M. Alcorn, senger bus, which a few weeks ago preliminary contest the local girls' i " U 01!i * U1IN 1 F. Kurvin. iwas appointed to the state judiciary ran over and killed Raymond D. quintet defeated the Aetna girls of Automobile and Carriage Robes. The annual roll call and supper of! committee and was named clerk of Eggleston of Day Avenue, has been Hartford, 18 to 5. Thomas F. Sexton of this village le exonerated from any blame by Judge the First Church of Christ, Congre-1 *-' committee. was called to Hartford Monday to Blankets, both street and stable, gational of this town was held last [ Michael Flanders of East Granby J. Gilbert Calhoun of Hartford coun­ ty. Mr. Chapman again is operating SOMEBS attend the funeral of his mother, For the Dairymen we have Larro—a very high-grade Thursday evening. Officers were; and a companion were riding in a busses fo the company. For a time Mrs. Cecelia Forster Murphy, 92, elected as follows: Moderator, Rev. j sleigh late Saturday evening down r feed. For the Poultrymen there is Full-of-Pep Mash Arthur H. Hope; deacons, George B. [South street hill when the horse sud- Mr. Chapman was in a highly ner­ Prof. Ethan Allen Shaw, 59, died widow of Charles F. Murphy, who vous state and nearly collapsed. died Saturday morning at the home and also our own makes of Mashes and Scratch Feeds. Parks, N. Burton M. Gillette, Chris- j denly shied at something in the road Euclid Chapter, O. E. S. of Wind­ at Brooks Hospital, Brookline, Mass., of her daughter, Mrs. Albert E. Wil­ topher Michels, George B. Hyde and 1 and bolted. The cutter struck the sor Locks held an informal dance in Thursday night, following an opera­ son of 62 Freeman street, Hartford. Do not forget that we have a full stock of Fountains, Dr. William E. Caldwell; clerk, Spen- j retaining fence and Flanders was tion which was performed about six the Bridge street auditorium last ev­ Besides Mrs. Wilson and Mr. Sexton, Feeders and Baby Chick Food. cer Montgomery; treasurer, Amos [thrown out, landing head-first in a ening. 'w weeks ago. Although he had been she leaves two other daughters, Mrs. B. Crane; assistant treasurer, Mrs. > snowdrift. He was unable to extri- The ladies' aid society of the First a resident of this place a little less Lewis Palmer of Manchester and Mrs. Amos B. Crane; auditor, Arthur L. I cate himself. His companion after Congregational Church" will have a than two years the community feels Norman Barrell of Hartford and two Bessette; church committee, Leroy [tying the horse to a railing puiieu rummagernmmnO-A sale in TTrnnr*Union HallWall Satur­Sotnv. a distinct loss in his death. He was [sons, Charles M. Murphy of Man- Parks, Howard F. Russell, Mrs. Wal-! Flanders out. The latter's face was day afternoon. born at Northfield, Vt., and received |chester~and1Lv"'T 'vZSlSUJF ter Holcomb, Mrs. Robert Nicholson; icut and bruised in several places, The Teachers' Club of the Suffield his education in the Vermont Normal !$ New Haven prudential committee. Ralph F. Mer- j Herbert J. Chapman of Warehouse grammar schools held a card party School and Norwich University, j rell, Leon C. Staples and Albert A. Point, driver of the Hartford and the school auditorium Monday ev- where he received the degree of | " J bachelor of Geo. S. Phelps & Co. A plan was discussed with Prospect Street Thompsonville, Conn.

this town experienced the worst Sun-; tt„ wac. £ t® i 1 day of the winter with a heavy wind mal School> Wel]s River Academy anj blowing almost all y ' • . forr 25 years professor of mathemat- j drifts on the roads and making trav- L" ^ oe iel difficult. In the outlying sections,^ iqoc tt_ „„ • . ?' resigning j drifts from 6 to 10 feet deep were 'Vn™ JL vJlzl by his wid- ! reported, completely blocking travel 0n-? SOn' Ralph Shaw of Auburn- I except with horses The town's snow ?ale' Mass"> one daughter, Ruth Gil pfoy manned •wfali eSl*5 \SE « £ YaJter L" ""ft * i MECHANICS SAVINGS BANK 11 1 U g n n e ra 1 dch ld ed all night Saturday and all day J, " % J 'h *5;' * l '° T # i , ' j ! Sunday. The state roads were open-: ? Moaf p fi t vh * • (Incorporated 1861) ed during the night but it was nec- , K'pntnplrv w a' vh ?!'' essary to*work on them all day Sun-1 day so that travel could be mam- . Vt., and A. J. Shaw of Rio de Jan-1 80 Pearl St., Hartford, Conn. I tained. I eiro, Brazil. The body was taken to j for j Northfield, Vt., for funeral services' Elbert Hubbard >and burial. , "The man who is afraid WINDSOR LOCKS I Mrs. Nellie E. Robbins announces EXTRA |the engagement of her daughter, of being wrong once in THIS BANK IS A STRICTLY MUTUAL j Clarice G. of Hartford, Conn., to awhile will stay right At the Congregational Church ses jJohn Wood, son of Mrs. Eva H. Wood where he is." SAVINGS BANK WITH ASSETS COLO sion Thursday evening the clerk's re •of Somersville. port showedH a~ net "iVL—increase of nineT"i~ board of assessors have com- HERE is a touch of OVER $21,000,000. m the membership, which now totals :pleted the task of compiling the new 72 men and 124 women. Contribu-; grand list of the town 0f Somers. T charm and gracious DAYS courtesy about a cere­ tions of the church and societies for|The list follows: Total grand list, We Have No Stockholders missionary, educational and benevo-1 $1 782 308; 406 houses $555 641; 497 mony conducted by us ent P U P eS ai ted 2 230 8 • 1Q o / °| ?°^ 4° I ' - ? barns, $243,777; 4 house lots, $200; that is worthy of con­ m 1926. Rev. Arthur H. Ho^e of 22 stores, shops, etc., $31,733; 17,- sideration. DEPOSITS made during the first five Suffield spoke regarding church work. 316 acres of land, $370,677; 272 Officers were re-elected. horses, $19,515; 1,041 cattle, $38,660; ' calendar days of any month, will draw Announcement has been made of sheep, poultry, etc., $2,770; 452 auto­ THE LEETE PERFECTION the engagement of Miss Nellie V. mobiles, $135,625; jewelry, $750; fur­ interest from the first day of that month. Hayes, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. niture, musical instruments, $7,900; Eugene Hayes of Windsor Locks and farming implements, $2,475; goods COMPANY H. Wesley Sargent, son of Mr. and of merchants, etc., $89,900; wires, EDWARD LEETE "This Bank has paid 4%% interest to its Mrs. Thomas Sargent of East Hart- cables, $1,400; cash on hand, $800; Oil Heaters, f0 Embalmer and Director & . T , . , .. j bonds, notes, etc., $3,100,, and other depositors for nearly four years." The Windsor Locks Advertisers taxable property, $1,500. 74 MAIN ST. For best results use SOCONY KEROSENE bowed before the Elmwood Endees in ] STANDARD OIL CO. OF NEW YORK Central hall here Monday night by Write for booklet * • • 26 Broadway a 20 to 28 score. The work of Man- WINDSOR telli featured for the New Departure glHHMMI! quintet while Midden and Lord did I _ William Douglas Mackenzie, pres- iimi| |ident of the Hartford Theological I Seminary was the speaker at a meet­ ing in the vestry of the Poquonock Community Church Tuesday evening. Rev. Roscoe Nelson, Rev. Dr. Arch ! Tremayne and John C. Conklin, pres­ ident of the Windsor Chamber of on Commerce made a few remarks. A supper preceded the meeting, which was served by the ladies' benevolent MryQTcL opping (Santan . society of the church. Mrs. Ernest Clark had charge' of the supper. The Windsor Trust Company has raised the interest on savings ac­ counts to four and one-half per cent to be compounded semi-annually. The increase took effect January 1st. Mrs. John Laidlaw Buek of Litch­ Now For Prices In Silverware field was the speaker at the meeting of Abigail Wolcott Ellsworth Chap­ r ter, D. A. R., Tuesday afternoon in s the Congregational parish house. At Prices That Will Enthuse You She is a former vice-president gen­ t eral of the National Society, Daugh­ s ters of the American Revolution. SILVER WITH ITS BEAUTIFUL LUSTRE ADDS A BRILLIANCY TO Mrs. May Tolles Lang, accompanied / by Mrs. Helen Fisherdick Anderson, ONE'S TABLE THAT IS NOT EQUALLED BY ANY OTHER ESSEN­ AT FACTORY gave a musical program. The "man­ m TIAL. NOW, WHEN SILVER OF WELL KNOWN REPUTE IS OF­ ual," a guide book for immigrants, FERED AT THE LOW PRICES OF THIS SALE IT IS YOUR TIME arranged by the state organization s committee, was shown for the first TO PURCHASE LIBERALLY. time at this meeting. The pamph­1 • let is written in nineteen different languages. ROGERS' FLAT SILVER TABLE PIECES s There's only one Pontiac Six LONGMEADOW OFFERED 25% OFF REGULAR PRICES s -and only General Motors could build it Miss Eleanor Galligan, oral hygien- WITH 25 YEARS GUARANTEE, and a new popular pattern, such as ist of the state department of edu­ the "ROXBURY" with its lovely bright finish, there should be quick se­ cation was the speaker last evening The Pontiac Six swept into the lime­ finished in distinctive Duco colors, and at the meeting of the Parent-Teach­ lection by Housewives, Hotels, Restaurants, Boarding house keepers and I light because it came to the public rep> such unusual fine car features as 46 lb. ers' Association at the Norway St. Schools. Look to your needs and supply them at this January Silver Sale. resenting all the skill, resources and crankshaft, honed cylinders, full pres­ {school. Music was provided by Mrs. | P. Chevrier of Maple road. Scotch Tea Spoons, set of 6 for 99^ Medium Knives, set of 6, $2.49 experience of General Motors. And it sure oiling, automatic spark control, and |dances were rendered by the Misses hat remained in the limelight from the bronze-backed interchangeable bear­ i Grace and Isabel Brass* Dessert Spoons, 6 for $1.59 Stainless Steel, set of 6 $3.95 very day of its introduction, because ings of the costliest type. I The date for the town caucus has no other car has since appeared which i been set for the 28th. Two major Table Spoons, 6 for $1.69 Dessert Knives, set of 6 $1.59 offers so much for so low a price. A full year has passed since the j positions will have to be filled by new Orange Spoons, 6 for $1.49 Fruit Knives, set of 6 $2.49 Pontiac Six was introduced—and the [men as John G. Maxfield will retire V |from the board of selectmen and Wil­ R. B. Soup Spoons, 6 for $1.69 Medium Forks, set o,f 6 $^.69 Only the economies of General supreme satisfaction of 60,000 owners liam B. McCourtie will retire as the lends emphasis to the fact: There-is s Motors'vast purchasing power could chairman of the school committee. Dessert Forks, set of 6 $1.59 Salad Forks, set of 6 $2.29 make possible at $825—Fisher closed only one Pontiac Six—and only Qen- Other officials whose terms expire bodies of such commanding beauty, eral Motors could build it! jare Edwin S. Munsen, Dr. Thomas • Butter Spreaders, 6 for $2.19 Sugar' Shell, Butter Knife ea. 39^ N. Lanigan and Converse A. Chellis • • * Pontiac Six, $825 to $975. Oakland Six, companion to Pontiac Six, $1025 to $1295. Ail price* jon the recreation commission; Ar- Silver Cocktail Shakers, quart size, Butler finish - - $5.45 at factory. Bodies by Fisher. Easy to pay on the liberal Qeneral Motors Time Payment Plan. jmand A. Brainard as park commis­ I sioner and Richard J. Clancy as mem­ Well & Tree Platters, silver plated, 16 in. size, Butler finish, each, $6.99 ber of the planning board. At the meeting of the Longmead- Pie Plates, silver plated, with pyrex jslate, 8 inch, at $1.99 Oakland and Pontiac Sales & Service ow Women's Club in the Community Vegetable Dishes, silver plated, 2 piece, lock end handle $5.00 140 ENFIELD ST. aPHONE 736 THOMPSONVILLE Building last week, resolutions were drawn up on the death of Mrs. Harry Fruit Bowls, silver plated, plain or Butler' finish, each $3.59 C. Martin and a copy will be sent to the family. Mrs. Martin had been a Candlesticks, silver plated, 10 in. size, high Colonial design $3.99 member of the club for many years. Bread Trays, choice of styles, priced at — $2.59 Starting from Maryland, in 1925, Frank M. Heath < i Hosts of Other Items Not Mentioned Here At Special Prices. rode the same horse through thirty two states, covering 5,888 i 1 i- rSi-••'.s: ''•'•J r f. . : •4 • ;•>: -K«.v.'>' " 0 0®??? THE Mffl^ONVlLLE PRESS, THURSDAY JANUARY 20, 1927 SEVEN normal health 'conditions will permit ional offices located throughout the PRESIDENT NAMES reinstatement upon the payment of country. • . • two monthly premiums; and for those Appeal \o the Public. SO MANY ALIASES, whose service disabilities render them "Wherefore, I, Calvin Coolidge, War Hero S. A. Commissioner . I A WAR RISK WEEK otherwise not insurable and who are President of the United States, do I, FORGOT OWN NAME SUBURBAN NEWS I not permanently and totally disabled hereby designate the period Jan. 31 mm provision is made' for the reinstate­ to Feb. 7, 1927, as a time during V FOR SERVICEMEN ment upon the payment of premiums which special «ffort should be made Crook Apparently Puzzled BROAD BROOK and interest for the period of lapse. to inform all veterans of the World Even those payments may be tem­ War of the right they have to rein­ " for Some Time. • Proclaims Jan. 31 to porarily waived for those whose re­ state lapsed war risk life insurance The Christian Endeavor Society at­ •H; sources do not permit immediate tended a meeting at Scantic on Sun­ •s-: compliance. V and to convert it into United States •New York.—A criminal of niairty, day evening. %• Feb. 7th as Period For Government life insurance; and, that aliases was being interrogated by de­ Reinstatement Period Ends July 2. Mr. and Mrs. A. W. Tyler attend­ Urging the World War all such veterans may, in some man­ tectives. Most crooks art satisfied ed the funeral of Rev. Andrew Car- "The law provides that no rein­ ner, be properly informed, I urge all with one or two, but this particular citizens, particularly employers, the rigan, formerly of Broad Brook, H Veterans To Reinstate statement of war risk life insurance crook found- it convenient to have six which was held last week in Port­ which has lapsed shall be made after pre^s, labor organizations, women's land. Lapsed Insurance. IP July 2, 1927. On or prior to that associations, professional groups and or seven,fictitious names ready to use. j civic and patriotic bodies, to secure And on different occasions he "had Mark Holmes of North Manchester !'* t date, therefore, such insurance must was a visitor in town last week. y! Washington, D. C.—In a* proclama­ jbe reinstated and converted, at the full information and use such means traveled," as the police say, under tion issued last Saturday President •election of the applicant, into one or of informing the veterans as may be each of his names. In one city he as­ Coolidge designated the period be­ more of the seven standard forms of most effective." sumed the name of Jim Jones and In HAZARDVILLE V.:, - ,- -5. , V- tween January 31st and February 7th life insurance provided by the Gov­ The Veterans Bureau supplement­ ; 1 another the name of Tom Smith. ' ;vi next as a time when special effort ernment. If such .insurance is now ed the proclamation with a review His captors were fairly familiar should be made to inform World War of the essential features of the law. It is believed that live bear visit­ jin force the insured must convert it with his numerous aliases, and the veterans of their rights to reinstate into one of the forms above mention­ At present there is in force a total ed the west end of the village early lapsed war risk life insurance up to ed on or before the above date. of $2,774,936,077 Government insur­ mention of any one of them recalled Saturday morning. Arthur Tracy the picture of a short, thick fellow was attracted by the barking of his July 2, 1927, after which time, un­ "The potential protective value of ance. Qf the 4,685,062 persons who der the law, no further reinstate­ applied for insurance while in ser­ with a long nose and a pair of small, dog before daylight and upon inves­ ment can be made. the insurance thus provided is ap­ vice only '566,405 are now carrying fishy eyes. A detective had written the tigating saw a large dark object near After calling attention to the fact parent as affecting the future eco­ such insurance. Since the right to aliases on a piece of paper. After the chicken coop. Daylight showed that during the war the Government nomic and domestic welfare of vet­ life insurance was granted, the Gov­ large tracks in the snow leading studying them a moment he turned to toward Powder Hollow. insured,, "at an exceedingly low prem­ erans and their dependents. Provis­ ernment has disbursed as benefits ium rate," nearly 5,000,000 members $864,976,824. These figures are as the prisoner and asked gruffly: George Taylor of Scitico was pleas- '/•CiW-••m- of the armed forces against death or ion is made for extending insurance, of Dec. 1, 1926. On June 30, 1926, "Which of these names is your right an, { surprised last week when his total permanent disability, President paid up values, loan values, cash sur­ monthly installments on term insur­ one?" neighbors dropped in to congratulate Coolidge said in the proclamation: render values and dividend participa­ ance were being paid to 11,802 per­ The crook examined the list Intently mm on his 85th birthday. Mr. and "Statutory provision was made for tions. No premium is charged dur­ manently and totally disabled veter­ and appeared puzzled. "Blest if I Mrs. Taylor have been married 63 the continuance of this war risk in­ ing to$al permanent disability. ans, and to the beneficiaries of 141,- know," he replied with a smile. "You years. Great grandchildren were surance after the war and its conver­ 916 deceased veterans. present at the party from Windsor Thousands of our national defenders see," he added apologetically, "I've Locks. sion within a limited time into such are passing on each year. All vet­ been travelin' under these here names form or forms of insurance usually erans of the World War should be An interesting mixed foursome so long that I've clean forgot my right Earthquakes, typhoons and heat issued by life insurance companies as generally and fully informed of their competition was recently played over Sergeant Alviu York of Tennessee, famous World war hero, congratulating the insured might request. Many name. But it will come to me after storms have greatly impaired the right to procure the safe and certain the Kemnay golf course- near, Aber­ Commissioner William A. Mclntyre on his promotion to commissioner of the veterans do not seem to have had dependents of the insurance afforded deen, Scotland. The prizes were one a bit," and sure enough he soon re­ goldfish production for this year in southern states. York is interested in Salvation armv work and will give China and Japan. Many of the spec­ knowledge of this continuing privi­ by the Government. hundred "lost" golf balls which had called it. The name, however, was not Mclntyre many valuable tins. lege and for one reason or another "Detailed information with refer­ been recovered by dogs trained for among the aliases. ially constructed lakes in which they have permitted their war risk insur­ ence to such insurance may be ob­ that purpose. are breeded were destroyed. ance to lapse. Would Like to Forget. tained from the central office of the A washing machine has been de­ "I think this fellow," said a detec­ "Under the terms provided for the United States Veterans Bureau, in vised in England that can wash more tive, "was just pretending he did not re-establishment of lapsed insurance, Washington, D. C., or from its reg­ than 300 sheets at one time. remember his name. Indeed, he would like to forget it if he could, because he has been tried and convicted under that name for more offenses than he STATEMENT OF THE can remember. He is, like most experl- j enced crooks, a masquerader. All THE BUSINESS MRECTORT crooks are masqueraders, in a sense, and go through life wearing a mask. Springfield Safe Deposit and Trust Company "After being initiated into the crim­ inal fraternity the crook rGSOlves to SPRINGFIELD, MASSACHUSETTS cast aside his own name and take FREE! FREE! some other one. His main reason for A FIRM WITH A REPUTATION doing this is quite obvious; he desires INFORMATION ABOUT DECEMBER 31, 1926 to conceal his identity as much as pos­ YOUR RADIO of doing good work for the past sible. Only a fool, he argues, would TROUBLES Bariking Department Trust Department use his own name in criminal opera­ 35 years can be of much value to tions. What a sweet thing it would be This coupon entitles you to one service call FREE of Charge. you in building your monument. RESOURCES for the cops if every criminal used his Mail it today, I may be able to RESOURCES right name when he went adventuring! help you. Loans and Discounts $ 7,668,465.61 Likewise, he has other reasons for not Thompsonville Monumental Works • U. S. Bonds 1,073,350.00 Real Estate Loans .... $ 7,501,935.72 traveling under his own name. Though M. J. LIBERTY, Proprietor Massachusetts and Other Bonds and Stocks 10,440,132.48 he may have fallen from grace, he has The Electric Shop Bonds 830,068.66 Real Estate 861,253.53 qualms about using a family name 39 North Main Street OFFICE: 97 Pearl Street TELEPHONE 403-4 Due from Banks 2,858,855.23 that heretofore has not been dragged Cash 456,580.48 Miscellaneous 131,786.20 in the mud. He does not care for him­ Phone 620 Open Evenings Vaults, Safes and Fixtures 30,000.00 Deposits in Savings Banks 381,832.96 self, but he does not want to bring Write name and address here Real Estate for Banking Deposits in Nat. Banks and disgrace on his father and mother, Trust Co's 847,675.46 who are poor but respectable. Why Name Purposes 170,000.00 drag them into his troubles? Other Real Estate Owned... 3,540.00 "He decides to take- a name, and Address BRAINARD-AHRENS, INC. $ 20,164,616.35 while he is a criminal that name will V $ 13,090,859.98 suffice for his purpose. If lie is caught Largest Insurance Agency in Northern Connecticut no one will associate John Doe with LIABILITIES John Smith. He will be arrested as Capital Stock $ 500,000.00 John Doe, tried as John Doe and, if "NOTHING BUT INSURANCE" LIABILITIES convicted and sentenced, he will go to Wm. Hyland, Jr. Surplus 1,500,000.00 the pen as John Doe, and no great Suffield Office: Undivided Profits 239,242.12 On Trust Accounts $ 18,093,668.50 Thompsonville Office: harm will be done to anyone except to PHONE WINDSOR LOCKS. Reserve for Taxes, etc 31,253.46 Income 167,259.36 himself. OFFICE TELEPHONE 45-2 Dividend No. 157 _ 20,000.00 As Executor, Administrat­ Sure to Find Him Out. Farms and Division No. 222-3 Residence Phone 45-3 Deposits iO,800,364.40 or, etc 1,903,688.49 "He does not pause to consider that Residential no matter how artfully he may try to $ 13,090,859.98 $ 20,164,616.35 conceal his real identity, the police Properties will find him out. They will investi­ gate his past, and when they once be­ gin such an Investigation they will be ENFIELD ST. EPSTEIN'S EXPRESS Total of Banking and Trust Departments . . . $33,255,476.33 pretty sure to dig up a lot of knowl­ Local and Long Distance Furniture and Piano Moving edge concerning himself and his ante­ Thompsonville, Conn. cedents. Daily Express: SPRINGFIELD, "After being in the game a while the crook finds that having only one alias WORCESTER AND BOSTON Is insufficient. He discovers the name LONG DISTANCE HAULING—STORAGE WAREHOUSE he has been using is becoming entirely Sapsuzian & too familiar—especially to his enemies, Office: 119 Main Street, Telephone 82-5 the cops. If you are a crook, it does not pay to advertise; accordingly, he Simmons House: 39 Central Street, Telephone 182 assumes another name and lays aside SULLIVAN BLOCK Spfld. Office: 36 Lyman St. Boston Office: 9 Otis St. the first alias until people begin to for­ (( get it. In time the second alias out­ INSURANCE and lives Its purpose and It becomes nec­ essary to take a third name. And this REAL ESTATE explains why criminals frequently NOTARY PUBLIC have several aliases, FRANK P. SMYTH "All of these aliases he finds useful. Office Telephone 294-2 COAL AND WOOD It may not be convenient to use the Thompsonville, Conn. name of Jim Jones in New York, but Our coal is the kind that sparkles with pent up heat the name may do very well in another It is well screened and in every way satisfactory. city in which lit- is unknown. He would prefer, many times, not to have OFFICE: MAIN ST. TELEPHONE CONNECTION a name at all, but since everybody Enfield Street, Thompsonville, Conn. must follow the custom and have a William J. Mulligan name, he must have one. Therefore lie Attorney At Law carries in his head several aliases, any one of which lie may assume at a mo­ ment's notice. These names mean a Thompsonville Office lot to him. Some of them recall pleas­ 27 HIGH STREET WILLIAM E. SAVAGE ant memories; others recall scones TELEPHONE 50 that he would much prefer to forget. General Contractor and Builder He remembers what Shakespeare said Successor to Thomas Savage & Sons about calling a rose by any oilier name < Hartford Office nKJpE IS NOTHING TOO LARGE OR TOO SMALL and It would smell as sweet. Though 484 ANN STREET I-OR IS TO HANDLE IN THE BUILDING LINE. he would like to l»'lieve this, lie knows ' TELEPHONE 2-1412 the cops have a long memory for names. No matter how frequently he changes his name, the cops seem to be able to discover him and drag him THOMPSONVILLE ELECTRIC CO. Beauty extends in an The more you know from obscurity." C. ROGERS ^ CQ ELECTRICAL CONTRACTORS unbroken line on this Come in and See about sixes, the more OPTICIANS CAMERAS AUTHORIZED DEALERS FOR FRIED-EISENMAN RADIOS Freak Chickens Subject ELECTRICAL APPLIANCES NATIONAL MAZDA LAMPS newer Hupmobile Six These Equipment Features emphatically you will of Study by Zoologist Telephone 524-3 77 High Street Sedan from the slimly —Many Recently Added class Hupmobile value Philadelphia. — Chickens with two Start the New Year graceful radiator to the Thermostatic Heat Control; Gaso­ alone and unap- wings and four legs and even with rounded contour of the line Filter; 4-Wheel Brakes; Color four wings and four legs, and a duck­ With New Glasses proached in the entire —if you need them. ball-back body. Options;Vision-Ventilating Wind­ ling equally strangely constituted, shield; Clear Vision Bodies; Dash six market. were studied by Dr. P. E. Chidester, We will examine your eyes, Gasoline Gauge; Force Feed Lu­ professor of zoology at West Virginia ALPHONSE TRUDEAU • and tell you whether or not brication; Oil Filter; Mohair Up­ university, who described observations Drive this smart Sedan new glasses are advisable. GROCERIES, CONFECTIONERY, holstery;RearViewMirror; Special Sedan, five-passenger, four-door, to the American Society of Zoology, Vibration Damper; Snubbers; for half an hour, and $1385. Coupe, two - passenger meeting here. 1245 Main St., Springfield CIGARS AND TOBACCO Tiltirtg Beam Headlights; Auto­ with rumble seat, $1385. Road­ The freakish external features of then try to think of matic Windshield Cleaner;Walnut 115 High St., Thompsonville, Conn. Telephone 24fi ster, with rumble seat, $1385. the birds were found to be coupled Grained Instrument Board. any other six in terms Touring, five-passenger, $1325. with odd Internal structures. Four of what this six reveals. Ml prices f. 0. b. Detroit, plus revenue tan kidneys were found in some of the birds, double cloacae in all of them, L. N. Wiley, D. D. S. and frequent variations In some of the digestive tubes. The gizzard, how­ Dental Office EDWARD LEETE ever, remained single, nor was there Extracting A Specialty FUNERAL DIRECTOR any evidence of duplicity in the heart TELEPHONE 870 or respiratory apparatus. OFFICE: 74 MAIN STREET Residence: 107 ENFIELD ST. 91 Enfield St. Thompsonville TELEPHONE 180 TELEPHONE 197 Hupmobile Six(1850) A Michigan man who owned a pet porcupine offered it as a gift to any­ one who would take it away, after it FOR REAL MILK SERVICE CALL had become too friendly with strang­ S. L. Mitchell ANTHONY MOLINSKI ers, rubbii - msdp by the TTrjit- j TT^T/fphONF 10R-3 T^oirpsorovHle 553-12 • Longmeaiif «-r Walnut x'14 ! ea bur. .. :c :i Agneultu.-e.

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Laterra, Philip Anctilj Francis Cor­ team has won three and lost three cio, Mary Milkowski, Francis Salva, Knight, Leroy La More, Jennie Luc- < nell. - • games, which is a very fair record Stephen Swiattowski; grade, 6, Miss zai,. Peter Pumiglia, Nancy Santan- .W" »»***' -, • ;•»<;;• for a team in its second year. There Stewart: Helen Bania, Inez Boc- elli; grade 7, Miss Flannery: Frank Enfield High School Notes Agawam Trounces Enfield. was a small but enthusiastic crowd SCHOOL NOTES chino, Fred Chmura, Caroline Jed- Bruno, Alfred Jedziniak, John Pet- on hand and even though Enfield lost ziniak, Frank Kevosky, Mary Man- raska; grade 8, Miss Taggnrt: Aiin? The strong Agawam team over- they felt well repaid for their trip gini, Tony Pascucci', Ernest Pierog, Bilodeau, James Costa, I.etUi: 1 to the gym. With such ample ac­ PERFECT ATTENDANCE AT Mary Franciamore, John Struziak, inghino, Ernest Landry, ,,, ?"Tr * '«» Friday afternoon in the high and in sP°ts in sPite of the one-sided chSTeim S home game. In the preliminary the List of Pupils Not Having Been Ab­ Helen Blaszko, Peter Frangiamore, j giel; grade 8, Mrs. Stowe: I-na T< > ~ auditorium. In accordance ^?s°SeSas" »pSa?d- SCT™ ,»"<>, &«eU protaMj fined Agawam second team defeated the Alvin Jackson, Howard Jenkins, Lil-ibois, Evelyn Field, Con.":**. " > ^HiillSh' a plan outlined by the faculty enou sent For the Entire Fall Term Is ed. Jfiren. the presence on the stage gh valimble information in the Enfield seconds by the score of 17 i lian Paradise, Mike Police, Bernard • Abbie MacFawn, Chester ^ iM icoinmittee on student assemblies, this Announced This Week At the A. .i .Mr. Xfe ,6 . Miss Gay brought P™* to 3. The third league game will be, D. Higgins' School. Rapoport, William Rarus, Agnes Set-! Peter Petrakis, Frank ' Tok:.>r • v^f' became the third program in a series smiles'tiAff laughter to the faces of Agawam flashed a'very strong ofFen at Palmer on Friday of this week. era, Anna Stinson; grade 7, Miss Mc-!Evelyn Zawada; grade 8, M^s;; .1.. &S-*". 'Vi of four. As the seniors had present- Slv ame Grade 1, Miss Headley, teacher: The student angels who tried ? 8 > the two forwards time The following game with be with James Hutton, Frances Jeminola; Ginity: Carlo Angelica, Josephine Magdelena Kertenis, Franlc a short burlesque of questionable to& achieve Crevolution" inC Heaven'and and ,time a&ain breaking through to West Springfield at their court. The Ambrosini, Renzo Arietta, Saverio I Clara Marino, Angelina Pasracci.. -merit and the juniors had blossomed grade 1, Miss O'Neill: Mary Gwozdz, secure the means of power for them- Fnfi'Lw at-l+p,? ?h!! next home game wilt be a week from Attardi, Stanley Jennola, Freda Kry- ^Siorfch with a fashion show there wass U Chester Gucwa, Chester Poleski; selves realized the necessary delay . P ® basket. Enfield started the Thursday on January 27th. . 5. ..; grade 2, Miss Smith: Teddy Bednar- zs, Everett Mallard, Stella Nabonyz, 1 The first omnibus was built < byjMg^y,...x-;: k d f ft A! game using a four man defense but * * * * * was ski, Stanley Borys, Carmela Colar- Mary Rybick, John Schienca, Lillian j Gregory Shillibeer in 1829. It acknowledgement ' forced to shift to a five-man de- Relates Egyptian Experiences. ussa, Laurence Drake, Stanley Kur- Spazzarine, Regina Trachinowicz, Jo- drawn by three horses and carrie^'%^fe ^iJorina tho Kriof «mo mmt n '!fense when the former proved inef- On Tuesday morning in the high ecienski, Stanley Kot, William Man- seph Wojnar, Amelia Trachmowicz. |twenty-two passengers, all inside. '•f ' w-^-teacher, resulted in forty-five min- SlTi/ inLZ, Ct ^ective. Coach Allen of the local school auditorium Dr. Rees, noted Grade 7, Miss Thomes: Mamie Ar-j Hancock introduced the first mechan- V ' \"Sjutes of satire, directed against the gini, John Ostack, Virginia Pascucci, creditable performance. Good acting 1 team feels that against a team of lecturer and evangelist, gave an in­ Jane Pierz, Stella Pietraska, Anton­ none, Mary Doyker, Mary Gucwa, I ically propelled bus in the same year, *' wf acuity and students of the school, on the part of the girls appeared to; Agawam s caliber the high schoo teresting talk on his experiences in Katherine Jennings, Stanley Kalwa,! but its progress was hampered by a fe-: ^xjS'The play, although it had barely io Renna, Edwin Salva, Jennie Scut- m be, prevalent throughout the_ cast, ««r-mardefefse°Ld he wi°l de! Egypt. He started with his arrival anella, Thomas Smyth, John Wrona; Stella Koziara, Ruth Kuhm, Anna!law requiring that it bfe preceded by^pf ; lW.oufl.ilot to be called ,u? was ~ fo^K & .< at the. port of Alexandria. There he Novak, Richard Nye, Stanley Patter- a man carrying a red flag. upon the .five-man defense in grade 2, Miss Connell: Vivian An- °f Mr-Hopkins- l!S- was taken in tow by a Mohammedan tinare, Annie Anzolotti, Stanley Ban­ son, Louis Ragne, Harold Smith; — —; „ „ „ „ , , ... _ . . .!future home games. v < by the name of Abraham Isaac Jacob ia, Frank Bascez, Alice Malides, Sav- grade 7, Miss Raymond, Wanda Ba- The American coin called the 1 . • announcement in large white letters i The cast was as follows: Principal: Enfield showed to much better ad- who showed him the sights. From yek. Warren Barker, Mildred Chill- "nickel" is seventy-five per cent copi of E. H. S.—Heaven. A Patriarch, | Karl D. Lee, Dominick Lepore; Miss (vantage in the second half than in erio Scavatto, Stanley Wojner; grade 1 there he took a train, which, by the 3, Miss Lawless: Vinbenza Angelica, son, Sherwood Cordner, Mildred 1 per. . '/i long-haired and bearded, barefoot and ilnez L. Gay, Ethel Drake; Miss Vieno jthe first and with a few breaks they way, are not as fast as they are in Frances Antinare, Sophie Bajek, sheeted, carrying a tremendous tree j Kajander, Claire Andre; Mr. John J. i might have scored many more points England, to Cairo. He told how the Mishla Blaska, Cecelia Cappozzi, Ev­ .•trunk for a staff, announced the pur-: Hopkins, Charles Bonelli; .Mr. L. jthan they did. The Agawam defense Kaileff had modernized the city so elyn Cappozzi, Nicholas Dellaquila, ?!»ose of the play to the audience. The,Crawford Churchill, Alexander Esiuk- was very strong and hurried the shots that it looked like any modern Eur Adven Jeminola, Daniel Lebeshevsky, " satire of the playwright, he stated, I!evicz. Boys' chorus: Robert Gour-jof the Enfield men to a great extent. ^}Si° how the j Sophie Nabonzy, Frank Ostack, Fran- ' was aimed against the vermin of the |n Ci William Hughes, Emil Bajek, Al-i Probab'iy no other team which will flies were very unruly" andJ uneducat-'' ces Olechney, Mary Pietraska, Char- Ibt^l school institution*and was mod-jbert Bielitz, Chester Brainard, Ben-'.appear here this year will show a ed in contrast with the American les Sacheli, Arnold Squires, Edward ^r eled in an inferior way from the com- ny Reveruzzi, Matthew Alaimo, Nor- j better ail-around game than Coach flies and' proved to be very annoy­ Taylor, Leona Townson, Joseph Wit- edies of Aristophanes. inian Hansen; girls' chorus: Naomi • Smith's team. Consolati and Rey- ing. After a few days in Cairo they 1 ecka, Alec Zaczyuski. In nf thp Patriarch's dis- Thompson, Claire Sloane, Mary Stin-jnolds were the individual stars of visited the Pyramids and the Sphinx. Grade 3, Miss Graham: Eugene -ourse t™female angels approach-1 son, Caroline Comstock, Mary Mc- the game for Agawam. This pair At the Pyramids they had many in­ _ourse two xemaie ange. pp - ' Cann, Helen Olmstead, Evelyn Kam-j seemed to be able to do everything Asikowicz, Verna Barton, - Joseph ed and after giving him a severe teresting experiences with the Be- Bania, Frank Borys, Stanley Dojka, tongue-lashing ejected him forcibly insky, Althea Barton; Seniors: Nel-1a good forward should do and should douin and his assistants. In the man- j Waltella Lazone, Alvin Pierog, Ed- from their heavenly presence. There- lie Phelps, Dorothy Baumes, Lorraine irank high in the standing of the Val- 1, ,exti"acting the well known ward Pietruiza; grade 4, Miss Miller: , upon they decided to make heaven a Gaudette, Mary Quinn; Juniors: Eth-jley League players this season, shekels,, they were the best that,Josie Ankiewicz, Nancy Arnone, more lively community and secured lvn Connell, Virginia Hyland, Mar-: To Enfield's credit it may be said could possrirty be found, even better Frank Anzolotti, Raymond Bacchino, 4he aid of their angel companions garet Knight, Stanley Trachimour-; that the boys kept fighting and play- than the celebrated Barnum. In fact, .Andrew Bajek, Walter Borys, Amel­ artment when they came upon the stage. The icz; Freshmen; Felix Terry, Michael ling hard to the very end and such iahe believed that they could give— DBar-"" ia Chmura, Edward Jaroz, Leon Jed- action from thence became a furious Liucci, Charlotte Schoppe, and Wells 1 spirit as they showed will certainly num a few Wessons. He related many Farnham; guardsmen: Vincent Ash,'be rewarded by an improved record ziniak, Rose Kolodriez, Helen Mika, interplaymtermav oxof teachers a.,andu studentso— T , -. ., - , , .. interesting incidents and events with Adam Pierz, Anafucia Resta, Annie Fresh Shore Haddock „...... l 12c lb. •Sith the latter generally becoming Joseph Naughton; students: John (as the season fjoeS en. io date the these people. As a whole the talk 7 Settera, Bally Szezygiel, Anna Ya- Whole Blue Fish 15c lb. - ' was a very interesting as well as ed­ kubas; grade 4, Miss Lanza: Carlo ucational one and sent the students Colarusso, Caesar De Caro, Alexan­ Whole Market Cod 15c lb. back to their studies in a Very hap­ der Gracewski, Kenneth Lebeshev­ py and receptive mood. Dr. Rees sky, Tony Reveruzzi, Italy Ruggiero, was loudly applauded at the conclus­ Stella Salva, Olive Taylor; grade 5, Steak Cod, Blue, Salmon, Halibut; Mackerel, ion of his talk. Miss Kelleher: Jennie Bania, Anton­ Flounders, Quohaugs, Oysters, Smelts, Her­ io Deni, Stella Dojka, William French Emil Greenblatt, Veronica Garstka, rings, Smoked Fillets and Finnan Haddies. Edward Gwozdz, Katherine Kot, Sav­ BAD CHECKS FOR erio La Terra, Albert Nabonzy, Kar- olyna Struziak, Frank Ruggiero and SUNDAY, JAN. 23—Warner Bros. Clair Tomasek. Round Steak (by the slice) .. 25c lb. THURSDAY, JAN. 20—First National REGISTRATION Grade 6, Miss Liberty: Bradley! jBaj, Joseph Chmura, Clarke Con-i Whole Lean Pork Loins 25c lb. "THE THIRD DEGREE" FEES ARE MANY I verse, Mabel Chillson, Mabel Eman- AMATEUR GENTLEMAN j uele, Nellie Fay, Josephine Gajinus - Large Legs of Lamb 35c lb. Featuring Dolores Costello Short and Sirloin Steak Featuring Dick Barthelmess They Aggregate Sum of 35c lb. Comedy, "The Jellyfish" Salt Pork 19c lb. Serial, "The House Without A Key" Also Pathe News Reel " 324.89 For Number Comedy, "Your Husband's Past" Fox News " ates Just Issued—A $2700 Large Smoked Shoulders 18c lb. $800 cash buys this 4-room TUESDAY, JAN. 25—Fox P nalty of $5.00 is Im- bungalow located on Woodlawn Ends of Sugar Cured Hams 15c lb. up Avenue, 200 feet from Enfield SATURDAY, JAN. 22—F. B. O. k- sed in Fsch Instance. St. Gas, water, lights, sewer, Whole Smoked Hams 25c lb. "BERTHA, THE SEWING lot 50x150. House newly paint­ Aiter the amoke had cleared away, j ed and in perfect condition. Bacon (by the square) 25c lb. "FLAMING FURY" MACHINIE GIRL" figuratively, following the rush for j 1927 motor vehicle registrations in i Featuring Ranger, the Dog jthe closing days of 1926 and the op- ! Featuring Madge Bellamy ' ening days of 1927, the motor vehicle ! Wm. Hyland, Jr. Roasting Chickens 39c lb. Fox Comedy, "Big Business" SERIAL, "STRINGS OF STEEL" department found itself^in possession ENFIELD, CONN. Cal. Navel Oranges, 24 for 45c of a sheaf of bad checks aggregating j 1 TELEPHONE 139-3 t Aesops Fables Comedv, "Back to Mother" Pathe News $3,924.89. ! Those who resorted to this exped- j 25c bottle of Astoria Catsup, special, 2 bot­ ient to sget their registrations have tles for 41c found themselves poorer by over five dollars each for having done it. In Cal. Baby Dry Lima Beans, special, 2 lbs. 25c order to save their registrations, they have been required to produce Asparagus Tips, 45c si2e, special 29c can within eight days certified checks, money orders or cash covering the 5 pkgs. of Sunshine Crackers, special 24c original amount plus protest fees and FORBES & WALLACE, Inc. five-dollar penalty. The state law authorizes the department to collect fees in cases where it has received Compound Lard 2 lbs. for 25c STORE HOURS: Daily 9:00 A. M. to 5:30 P. M. Saturdays to 6:00 P. M. uncollectable checks. In the course of a year, the department receives as Confectionery Sugar 2 pkgs. for 15c much as $1,000 in these five-dollar forfeits on account of bad checks. Best Pure Lard 2 lbs. for 35c The bad checks offered in payment "Unless someone tells of early registrations amounted to her about her eyes— only a little more than one tenth of one per cent of the total receipts for she'll need an extension on The Half-Yearly 1927 registrations issued between her arm" October 1> 1926 and January 1, 1927. The total receipts for that period ag­ gregated $2,228,059. The woman is far-sight- The uncollectable paper taken in ed, but doesn't know it. at the main office in Hartford repre­ C. ALAIMO CO. sented $1,535.31; while that received How ridiculous she makes Furniture Sale herself look, in her attempt at New Haven amounted to $1,188.- 50, Bridgeport; $1,070.25, Waterbury to read the menu! Too MODERN MARKET $51.58 and Stamford $79.25. The New many women, and men too, London office had none. go through this same futile Phone 456—Quick Service—Free Delivery Has Furniture For Everybody performance. Be sure that your own sight is normal. Legal Notice THIS WEEK IS THRIFT WEEK AST Saturday several hundred people who bought Have your eyes examined! High Back Upholstered Wing Chairs at $26.45 in AT A COURT OF PROBATE held An excellent way to practice thrift is to begin trad­ L at Enfield, within and for the' Dis­ ing in this store, where you can economize on your the Monogram Special, learned just how far a Forbes trict of Enfield, Connecticut, on the 13th day of January, A. D., 1927. living expenses the year around. & Wallace Furniture Sale can go in creating phenom­ Present: Charles J. Fowler, Judge. On . motion of Robert F. Kelly, Bengal Brand Peas, 6 cans for - 79c enal values. Thompsonville, Connecticut, adminis­ JFelhworth Tttlyer trator on the estate of Nancy McAul- Lenses are the lest Forest Park Peas, 3 cans for 53c known to optical oy Kelly, late of the Town of En­ science. Yellow Bantam Corn, 2 cans for 29c Again this week, the sale is crowded with people inter­ field, within said District, deceased, Forest Park Pineapple, large size, 2 cans for 49c ested in Furniture, and it is their own verdict that this it is Trinity Stringless Beans, 2 cans for 35c Ordered, That six months be and Sale is impressive in a new and bigger way. the same are hereby allowed and A. B. Mitchell Preferred Stock Brand Sweet Corn, 6 cans for 79c limited for the creditors of said de­ Yellow Cling Peaches, large size, 5 cans for 98c ceased to present their claims to the Jeweler and Optometrist Fancy Juicy Grapefruit, 5 for 25c THE SALE SHARES ITS SAV- shown on our floor. Unique in administrator, and further 1i PEAltL,STKEKT Fancy Carrots, 7-lbs', for 25c ings with those who want the every feature, and yet in the sale Ordered, That notice of said limi­ it can be bought for $444.00. The tation be given by publishing a copy THOMPSONVILLE. CONN. Yellow Globe Turnips, per peck ! 35c popular new furniture at popular regular price is $550.00. of this order in a newspaper having Large Onions, 7 lbs. for 25c prices, and with those who are a circulation in said District, and by Sweet Florida Oranges (V^ doz. free) dozen 35c posting a like copy on the public Star Soap, 10 bars tor 39c furnishing a complete new Span­ A NINE PIECE DINING ROOM sign-post in said Town of Enfield, ish or Colonial home, perhaps, and Set of entirely modern design and nearest the place where the deceased Lux, 2 packages for 19c require the most individual types excellent construction at $177.00, last dwelt. P. & G. Soap, 10 bars for A 39c Certified from Record, of period furniture. and a very handsome Bed Room Set of five pieces at $197.75 have CHARLES J. FOWLER, Judge. WE BELIEVE THAT WE ARE caused more comment on values M SPECIAL FOR FRIDAY AND able to make more friends in a than possibly any other two fea­ Legal Notice tures of the Sale. short time in the Furniture Sale, AT A C6URT OF PROBATE held SATURDAY ONLY! than during almost any other CHAIRS, SPINET DESKS, AND at Enfield, within and for the Pro­ Fresh Shoulders, per lb v 19c store event of the year. People bate District of Enfield, State of Fresh Pigs Feet, 3 lbs. for 25c who are interested enough to come Enamel Telephone Sets, the al­ Connecticut, on the 17th day of ways famous End Tables at $2.29, January, A. D., 1927. Pigs Liver, 3 lbs. for 25c into this Furniture Sale, are inter­ Present: ChaHes J. Fowler, Judge. Rice, 6 lbs. for 45c ested in their homes, and they axe Living Room Sets, whatever we might mention chosen anywhere An agreement for the adoption of Campbell's Pork and Beans, per can 7V2^ sincerely appreciative of such a Lucy Martello also known as Raffaela Campbell's Tomato Soup, per can 7V£c tremendous effort on our part to from the great length and breadth Martello, a minor aged 14 years, re­ of this Sale .... all of these are siding in the Town of Enfield, in make better homes possible. said District, having been exhibited sensational values that deserve to to this Court by Marguerite T. Boy- Smoked Shoulders 17c lb. THE SOLD TAGS SHOW THAT be seen. Ian, Guardian, and Carmelo Nuccio Fresh Pork Loins s. 25c lb. people are buying better furniture. and Nathalie Nuccio, the signers Lean Fresh Shoulders /. 22c lb. The sale reductions allow one to TIME PAYMENTS ON FURNI- thereof, for acceptance and approval, Pure Pork Sausages ; 28c lb. ture, arranged through our Credit it is invest in better furniture. Look Ordered, That public notice hp giv­ Sugar Cured Bacon (by the square) 25c lb. over the sale, aisle after aisle and Department, allow families to take en to all persons interested to appear Genuine Spring Leg of Lamb 35c lb. advantage of the Sale savings, and at the Probate Office in Enfield, in Fancy Leg of Veal (4-6 lbs.) 15c lb. note the price reductions of $100 'Oil and more on any number of the at the same time, buy on our bud­ said District, on the 26th day of Jan­ Fancy Pot Roast of Veal :. 13c lb. get plan which divides your pay­ uary, 1927, at 9:30 o'clock in the sets. The new Albuquerque, by forenoon, then and there to show Choice Pot Roast of Beef 15c lb. Berkey & Gay, is the most stun­ ments according to your conven­ cause, if any they have, why the fore­ Telephone Fancy Choice Fowls 37c lb. ning Spanish set we have ever ience. going agreement should not be ac­ Fancy Salt Pork — 17c lb. cepted, and approved by this Court, by publishing this order once in some Service Mackerel, 2 lbs. for 25c newspaper having a circulation in I Whole Blue Fish, per lb 13c said District, and by posting a copy I THE SOU' ENGLAND of this order on the public sign-post I TEL 'ANY Herrings, 2 lbs. for 25c in the Town of Enfield, in said State,1 Fresh Haddock, per lb FORBES & WALLACE, Inc. nearest to the place of residence of IJF.IA VU SYSTEM Whole Codfish, per lb said minor, at least six days before UA - Smoked Filletts (boneless) per lb said day assigned by this Court for 'iiu- vcrsal Service L, s n SPRINGFIELD, MASSACHUSETTS said hearing. ' Selected Oysters, per quart 1 wp—ewpff- * •' • '•••1f T i|' , CHARLES J. FOWLER, Jtldge.

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