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MBEOURY AND WUEKLY FRIDAY, AUQUBT 15. 1980 ABSOLUTE SIMPLICITY MARKS SERVICES Gather to Honor Late Brands N. Fullerton TO TELL COUNTRY ABOUT COMING RACES Newport to Have Considerate Publicity August 26 lev. Hoy Mugouh Officiates ui Funeral; Interment in Union Cemetery, Portsmouth Hundreds gathered Frid: after iooa to honor the lalo Francis N. fullerton, city clerk for 22 years it home on Hope street, where lev.

Roy W. Magoun, Superin- endent of the Seamen's Church In- tltute, conducted the simple Prot- jtant Episcopal funeral service. Ivery department of the city gov- rnment was represented in the as- emblagc, while friends from the 'nka ami business houses and the 'arious fraternal organizations of rtlich the deceased was an active lembcr present. The offices in the City Hall, with ie exception of his own, wliich tuat, under the state law, be kept Mm except on legal holidays, were used at 1:30, while the Court Souse also closed for the day at 1 ('clock. Absolute simplicity, requested by ihc family, marked the service at and alco at the grave in ihe Union cemetery in Portsmouth, ilthough the floral tributes were exceptionally numerous and beautt- Among tiie iruger pieces were liose from the Mayor and Board of Udermcn, the City Council, the City lull departments rmd employes of he city clerk's oftiee; Royal Arch Jhapter of ilasons and the house Committee of the organization, the jlmblem Club, employes of the Jetvport National Bank, the First Ad Second Haptist churches, the A.

v. Barker Weenat ihassltt Tribe of Red Men. Royal ircanum, Washington Commandcry E'd the town and city clerks of Island. Mayor Sullivan, the Board of Al and Deputy City Clerk Cor- W. R.

Callahan served as ionorary bearers, while the active ekrers included Herbert W. Smitti, 'r G. Biesel, James T. Douglas, farolrt P. Arnold, Archie Ally and -P.

E. Clarti. Among the large gathering prcs- flt- at the funeral were J. Frank lughcs, John Casey, Thomas B. bnncr, John L.

Cummings, James James Klrwln, Stephen Buckley, William H. Lanley, Allan, Andrew Mclklc, lihea Llndscy of Tiverton, Emanuel Roderick, Andrew J. OUghlin, Christopher Ward, Jo- jph S. Lawton, chief engineer of department; Jeremiah Duncan H. Hazard, John Sullivan, Benjamin F.

Down- Emilc Martin, C. llammett bgers, Clairniont L. Grlnnoll. Ar. iur Leland, A.

O'D. Taylor. Philip Mwelt. William G. Zanders.

Fred Hel- Slr ThotnuB Lipton to Speak Over Nation-wide Hook-Up; Plan to Have Broadcast from Here. Newport Is to have nation-wide and probably international publicity August 26, in a radio broadcast over the Columbia network, as the result of the efforts of James B. Hayes, veteran newspaper man and political writer of the Washington Post, who is in Newport for a few days in the interest of the Columbia broadcasting The plan Is to tell the system, country sson, William Franklin. Joseph W. laine, C.

Robert Lynch, Robert Dannin, Chief of Police Patrick Sweeney, Frank F. Nolan, ihn H. Nolan, John H. Greene, Edward B. Keating, William Sheffield, J.

Russell Halre. Hambly. town clerk of Tiv- Allen C. Griff William arris, John P. Shaw, A.

B. Cas- George W. Callnhan, Syd- D. Harvey, Marco Russo. Garner B.

Reynolds. General A. A. irker. John F.

Sullivan. Norman Sayer, Robert C. Bachcller. Francis G. Wilbar.

srcoran, William A. Pcckham, hatcher T. Bowler. William H. untlngton.

J. K. Sullivan. GenrRe Battene, John J. Connell imes G.

Blake, Albert C. Lan- William Andrews, Luke roughan, Leo Farrell, K. L. man, R. L.

Oman. Frank Coriarty, George W. Bache'ler. red S. Bnchcllcr, Ludlow Mallan.

N. Sisson. Mr. and Mrs. dward A.

Sherman. Mr. nnd rs. W. Douglas Hazard.

Mrs erbert W. Smith. Mrs. Harold cCormick. Huph B.

Baker. T. Edward V. Murphy. Harry 'illtams, Dr.

Bates. JSITORS HAVE ACTIVE FTERNOON AND EVENING Match at "Dudley Panes' Arranged for Polish Officers And Midshipmen 'Following an unusually active 'tcrnoun jinJ evening Thursday. -3 officers anrt midshipmen of Po- 'h training siilp Tskra. the minia- 're ffolf course at "Dudley the estate of Mrs. Van- Irfailt Church, will be open to inn late this afternoon.two prizes ling offered, nne for the officers the other for Lhn midshipman liking tne best scores.

Tea will served by Mrs. Church. The liltors tomorrow will attend the match Point Farm" estate of Moses Taylor. Jd Sunday be guests at the concert. A motor bus ride through the was the first feature the ogram Thursday afternoon and ii officers and midshipmen hat! opportunity to view a number I estates, before going to "Bea- jl Hill House." the home of Mrs.

thur Curtisu James, for tea. Sullivan acted as guide for In tho evening, at the jienchlnger-KIng. Captain L. Dc- tildcn and his oflicers were '3Sts at a dinner given by Rtnnls- Lepowski, acting charge d'af- of the Pr.liah embassy. Com- jrcial Counselor Witold Wankow- and Financial Counselor Alek- ider Wnttkfewicz.

with Mayor Ulvan and tho commandants of and naval canton- nts in this vicinity, were among about the coming challenge races for the America's cup, and to invlto every one to Newport for the The broadcast will be from 8 to 9 M. Sir Thomas Lipton has cabled his acceptance to the invitation to speak over tho nation-wide radio look-up that night. Governor Ibert C. Ritchie of Maryland. has agreed to be master of ceremonies.

State Senator William H. Vanderbilt is being interviewed, as is Secretary of the Navy Charles Francis relative to making short speeches, while an acceptance has seen received from Mayor Sullivan, ft is planned 'o have the broad- from this city, if possible, vhich means that Sir Thomas will ome here the occasion, which irill be made notable. The present ilan is to have Governor Ritchie ntroduce the various speakers in h.3 order--Lipton, Sc iator Van- erbilt. Secretary Adams. Mayor Sullivan.

When the challenge races for the merica's cup arc held, starting leptomber 13. two broadcasts of he progress of each race will be iven over the radio. The National jrondcnsting Company made rrangementa to give its description from the deck of one of the destroyers patrolling the course, while the Columbia system may use the Erin, Sir Thomas.Lipton's private yacht, which will follow- the competition. NAVY CROSS PRESENTED TO COLONEL BUTTRICK With Othre Marine Officers Decorations from Acting Secretary Jahneckc Acting Secretary of the Navy Jahnccke at Washington Friday pre sented to Colonel Jameu T. Buttrlck and four otner o.Ticers of the Marine Corps the Navy Cross, fur distinguished service in Nicaragua.

Colonel Buttrick, now in command of the marine barracks at Hampton Roads, commanded the Fifth marine regiment when It was stationed in tho bandit-infested northern area of Nicaragua. The citation praised the manner in which he used his troops to establish law and order. The four other marine officers receiving the navy cross were Major Miles R. Thacher, Captain William K. McNulty, and First Lieutenant F.thvin V.

Kakala. Lieutenant Colonel Eliiis R. Bemllc, retired, was to have received a decoration at the sume time, but he is ill nt his home near Alexandria. and unnblc to attend. GRAND OFRCERsllAY PRESENT CHARTERS Duplicates to be Given Branches of Odd Fellows Who Lost Theirs in Fire The joint committee to arrange 'or the presentation of duplicate charters to the several branches of Odd Fellow's in Newport, which ost the original charters in the fire which destroyed Odd Fellows' hall, has secured Masonic hall for the evening uf September 5, when is proposed to have the grand officers of the Grand Lodges of the state come to Newport and present charters.

Members of the odgea in AdumsviUe, Little Compton and South Portsmouth are ex- THE HAMMONTON. Tf 1 i 4 ni'''itVTO Uaily News Photographer MRS. CLARK DIES FROM INJURIES Charges Preferred Against Three Men in Taurtn, as Result of Collision Mrs. Clark died at 4:30 Thursday afternoon at the Rhode Island Hospital in Providence, as the result of injuries sustained in an automobile collision the night before, when her husband was instantly killed. Mrs.

Clark's condi- ion, with a fractured skull and internal injuries, was regarded as critical trom the start, and r.he never regained consciousness after lie accident. Mrs. Clark's body was brought Newport Froday by Cottrell and was taken with that of her late msband to New York Friday. uneral services were held it St. Bartholomew's Church in Greenwood cemetery.

Francis Morrissey of 93 Pelfaam street, this city, chauffeur fcr Mr. j.nd Mrs. Clark, was arraigned in the district court at Taunton this morning, charged with operating i motor vehicle so as to endanger ife and the safety of the public. He Headed not guilty and tbe case was continued to August 14, Morrlssey vas released on his own personal recognizance, bail being at $500. Manuel M.

Ferreira ot Warren ordered to appear on the same iate and in the same court to an- wer a charge of driving an un- vehicle, also as a result ol 1. accident. Charges have aJuo seen preferred against Frank dorse of Providence as a result of he crash. It is reported that Morse, vhile operating his car, came sud- lenly upon an unlighted horse- and vagun, and upon swinging out to woid a collision was involved in a rash with the Clark machine, pro- ceding the opposite direction. DINNER FOLLOWED BY THEATRE PARTY 'On to Cohoes Club" Meeting Weekly for Past Year, Has Annual Outing Tho "On to CohocH Club," vhich has been meeting weekly the ast year at the homes of vari- U3 members, had its annual inner and outing Thursday even- ng.

The members went to Gunthr's for dinner, and also saw the Casino Theatre pecrformance of The Perfect Alibi." There was nuch occasion for humor during the venlnfc, but it was evident that Cleric John Murray of the police epartment enjoyed himself more at his outing than at any of the ireelily meetings. In addition to Clerk Mu-ray. Grant, on Halidon avenue. She is secretary for General J. Leslie Kincaid, president of the American Hotels Corporation.

Second Lieutenant Vin-ent Usera, Marine Corps, has been detached from the marine barracks at the Torpedo Station, and ordered to the marine barracks at the Philadelphia navy yard, about September 2. Henry J. Ortell'was arraigned by the state police Friday In the police 'court, coarged with rev- elling on East Main road, Portsmouth was lined $10 and costfi. At a special session Howard Lopes, on the charge of possessing liquor paid a fine of $100 and costs. --Dr.

Marcus F. Wheatland as guest at his home on John street, Dr. Charles L. West, professor of anatomy at Howard University, Washington. Dr.

West's son, John B. West, has recently been appointed the first American physician to the King of Abyssinia and will organize hospitals and general healtn work in that country. Albert G. Sherman, who died Friday morning at the Henderson Home on Clarke street, was for many years baggage master at the Newport station of the New York, New Haven Hartford Railroad Comp'any. He was retired several years ago and had since made his home at the Clarke Street institution.

Misses Marie Storrs Wells and Annette Raynor Wells, daughter of Mrs. J. Raynor Wells of the Buchanan ,160 East 48th street, New York, and granddaughters of Mrs. W. Storre Wells of the summer colony, arrived Saturday to spenn the remainder of the month with Airs.

Archibald McClure on Malbooe road. --Mr. and Mrs. Albert Kerr have as guests at their Kay Street home Mr. and Mrs.

Harry Goeckler of Larchmont Manor, N. Y. Mrs. Goeckler is a daughter of the late Theodore A. II and Helena Sherman Weinz, former rest- dents of Newport Edward Riley, who has been guest of his daughter, Mrs.

Kerr, returned to New York Saturday evening. Leon Dufresne and Earl Nicholson, attached to cruiser Detroit, while returning to Newport on a motorcycle Friday morning were in collision with a coupe operated by John P. Me Andrews of Fall River, in Taunton. and were taken to the Morton Hospital. Dufresne received a probable fracture of the leg in addition to a severe shaking up and bruises, while Nicholson also sustained severe injuries.

filed at the City Hall by Syivcstei Lee Gardner. Victoria, and Lena Elizabeth Dorato, 60 Burnside avenue; Henry Albert Chouinard, Indian Orchard. and Yvonne Reland. 60G Thames street; Rudolph George Johnson, Bridgeport. ana Mabel Josephine Surprenant, Eglon, Washington Edward William Clarke, 25 Fair ADJOURNS FOR LATE CITY CLERK District Court Sentences Han to Ten Days for Singing False Alarm Following a motion by President Frank F.

Nolan of the Newport County Bar Association, tbat an adjournment be taken at 1 o'clock in respect to the late City Clerk Francis N. Fullerton, whom he characterized as an efficient and courteous official, the cases on the docket In the district court Fridaj morning were re-aasrgned by Judge Levy, who stated tbat he considered the motion timely and continued the remainder of the civil and criminal matters until next Tuesday. Roland Fitzner, who was charged with operating a motor vehicle without the consent of the owner, had the complaint against him amended, on motion of Acting City Solicitor Louis Greenberg, to tampering with a motor vehicle, and upon pleading nolo to this charge was fined J50 and costs, which he mid. Lop Gonsales, for violation of the banking act, waived examination in three cases and upon being adjudged probably guilty, was held $300 bail in each, for his appearance before the October session of the grand jury. The case of Harry Casey, charged with ringing i false alarm, wag heard and upon jeing adjudged guilty he was sen- to 10 days In the Newport County jail and costs.

The trespass and ejectment case of Annie Eskow vs Manuel Sarnito, both of Tiverton, resulted In a decision for plaintiff for possession and costs. On motion and proof of claim In the civil case of the K. ind S. Sales Company va John R. Correia.

judgment was for plaintiff for $72 and costs. DELIGHTFUL RECITAL GIVEN AT Ml. ZION Mrs. Madison Assisted by Home Talent Provides Enjoyable Evening. Under the auspices of Cluh 6, Miss Sadie Brown, president of the Mount Zion African Methodist Episcopal Church, with Mrs.

F. B. tvwscr as mistress of ceremonies, Mrs. Bessie Brent Madison gave a delightful recital, assisted by home talent. Thursday evening.

After the invocation by Rev. Mr. Bowser, the pastor, Mrs. Madison of Washington gave for the first of her original compositions "The Devil goes to Church," followed by "Coming of the Tramp" Miss Klizabeth Bowser sang with fine effect Cadman's "At Dawning" and Mrs. Madison continued the program with "The Grace of God," FORMAL TRIBUTE PAID TO CITY CLERK FULLERTOfJ Resolution Adopted at Meeting of Board of Aldermen Received, Licenses Grant- ed, Awarded and Oth- er Buaineu Transacted.

Formal tribute to the late City Cljrk Francis rullerton was paid Thursday evening by the Board of Aldermen, of he was clerk for th 23 years. The board passed a resolution, an engrossed copy of which will be tbe family, and there were words of tribute from the various aldermen, chiefly Alderman tin, who had been associated with 2 deceased in the Spanish war and had maintained a close friendship with htm. Mayor Sullivan said It would be difficult to replace Mr. fullerton. Street Commissioner Sullivan's report for the five weeks ending July 30 showed $18,807.79 expended for labor and $6,644.25 for materials, a total of $25,482.04.

It was received Chief Sweeney's quarterly report showed left in the police appropriation, and a total of 414 arrests. Received. Lucille R. Eugar petitioned for a sidewalk and curb in front of tier premises on Old Beach road. Referred to the Council, and recommended.

Fire Chief Lawton's report on exterior inspection of school buildings were received. The theatre licenses were granted. Christine A llurphy was rranted a victualling license, tne Bridge Street Garage a Sunday- selling license, and Wadiey Smythe a transient trader's license. The Broadway Hoyal Shoe Sihin- ng Parlor and the Paramount Garage filec 1 trade names. An Invitation to open the American Legion Mardi Qras, August 11, was accepted.

The Club was granted a dance license. Bids for heating Fire Station No. 4 were opened, as follows: Ray Wilson, Benjamin T. Langley $1,800. The bids were referred to a committee.

The George Bowen Company wda given the contract for 35 tons ot egg, 60 tons of stove and 70 Jons ol chestnut coal at $15.70 a ton, ami Joseph F. Sullivan the contract for 1.600 tons of soft coal, at $8.50. The Newport On Corporation awarded the contract for 5,000 gal Ions of refined oil at cents i "atlon, and the Shell Corporation the contract for 60,000 gallons ol fuel oil at 4.6 and 4.20 cents a gallon, for different grades. Alderman Martin said he deeply and sincerely mourned the passing of City Clerk Fullerton. A bond of friendship grew up in Spanish War days, and has continued to bis death.

The alderman aided the' deceased In obtaining his first public office, as clerk of the Common "He was a friend, and we all him," said Alderman Ma- mn. Alderman Hanloy added his tribute. Mayor Sullivan said a sad part about the death will be the difficulty of replacing him. city las lost a faithful and efficient NEW DIRECTORS OF TRUST COMPANY Jeorge B. Austin, John J.

Conron and David J. Byrne Elected those present included City Physician F. A. Keenan, Chief Clerk Thomas J. Williams of the Training Station, Sup'lintendent Thomas S.

Phelan of the John Hancock Life Insurance Company, George W. F. Rodda of the Popple Company, John J. Sullivan nnd Dennis Houlihan. The club takes its name from the former home of Mr.

Phelan. CONSIDERED MORE OF the peeled to be present. ami itJs I A EMPLOYER 3 I Employes of Bee Hive (Hess Co.) Express Appreciation of Late Louis Hess loped that every member of order will be at tho meeting. ITINERARY OF THE HOUSTON ANNOUNCED Light Cruiser to Leave August 30 for Shake-Down Cruise to European Ports guests. Manager David J.

Dugan of the rarnount hml th? midshipmen i of Ui crews Thursday evening. Light cruiser Houston, now at anchor in Narragansett bay. will leave Newport August 30 for i shake-down cruise to European ports. Upon her return she will visit the city for when she was named Houston, Texas, from October 23 to 21). Soon after completion of this visit, the Houston vi.l join light cruiser division 0, scouting fleet.

at Hampton Iloads, in which division she operate until the spring of 1931, when she is scheduled to relieve the Pittsburgh as the Asiatic Fleet fiagsmp. Following ia the itinerary of the Houston's shake-down cruise vrhich is preceded by a visit to New York and a five-day period in Gardiner's bay, Long Island: Leave Newport August 3D, arrivu at Southampton 8. arrive at Rotterdam, Netherlands, September 27; arrive at Havre, France. September '28; leave Havre October 6, arrive at Key West October 20, arrive at Houston, Octoner 23; leave Houston. October 29.

ar- arrive nt Koy West nvember To the Editor of the Mercury: Employes of Hcaa Co. would appreciate your courtesy in permitting them to express their appreciation of their deceased Louis Hess. Always kind and courteous, with the dignity and appreurtion of the older school ol' business meii. Mr. Hess waa more of I'riend than an employe, a man interested in the welfare of those who worked for him and in their i'liL'COfS.

It is with honor and deep regret that we mourn his loss, a loss not only to us who have been closely associated with him, but to cntiiv community, which recognized his kindliness and integrity. Employes of the Bee Hive (Hess A Co.) LOCAL BRIEFS --Mrs. Ida L. Davol of fall RJver, formerly of this city, is visiting her cousin, Mrs. Gertrude Flyun, on Thames street.

--Lewis Bourdin and Miss Adel- arri Hall have returned to New York, after a visit to friends in Newport. --The civilian employes n.t the Naval Hospital were guests of fcM- ward F. Fagan at a bacon bat at his camp nt Third 'icach Tnursuay street, and Rose Mae Mcllahon, 25 Fair street. ANNUAL RECITAL GIVEN AT SWEDJSHJflETHODIST Good Program Presented and Numbers Enthusiastically Received by Audience ning. Jciivo Key Went November a i --Miss at Hamptou Roads November 5.

her parents, Mr. und Mrs. Jauxea' Carl Lindh, Jr. May Grant is visiting The Swedish Methodist Episcopal Church held its annual concert Thursday evening with a large attendance under the direction ot Rev. John G.

Johansson, the pastor. An address was given by Rev. Harold S. George Burrill, rector of Emmanuel church, and Rev. Carl A.

R. Liljewall assisted in the offering exercises. The program was good and numbe-rs were enthusiastically re- oived by the audience. Elton M. Manuel rendered, tenor solos, "The Barefoot Trail." by Wiggers and "Indian Dawn" by warJ Anderson and Julius Anderson gave a vocal duct, "By-Gone Days," oy Smart; Arthur Ijewis a saxaphonc solo, "Serenade," by Drala; Mrs.

Henrietta Hord-Andcrson "The Old Sweet Story," by Parks and Frank Rice and William E. Patrick an instrumental duet, "There was Joy it Heaven," by Smart. The choir of the church sang "O.Jubla, In Zions Dotter," in Swedish, and Gocenod Praise ye the Father" In English orchestra rendered several selections, including "Tho Cen turion," by Carey. "The GoldeD Magnet," by Bennett, -Fair Dove. Fair Dove by Schlepegreli anc Amorasa Mazurka by Nevarro.

Mrs. A. W. Sleeper pianat and accompanist. The committees in charge of th'i concert were: Prog im, Mrs.

Dtto Pearson, Carl Anderson, Linus Carlson, nnd Rev. John G. Johansson, decorations, Julius Anderson, AU'rcd Anderson. Eugene Blomberg Edward Johnson. Otto Pearson.

tickets, Rev. John G. 'Johansson, Carl Lindh, August Roscngren; usn rrs, Herman Anderson, Nels Anderson, Herman Rhodes, Alvar Lindh, poem th reader tells how "Nigger" is honored in his heroic death in the World war. Mrs. Marie Williams and Mrs.

Richard King, accom- pcnied by Mrs. Louise Black, the accompanist of the evening, sang "Beautiful Moonlight" and Mrs. city clerk, und the mayor agreed witb the of Alderman Martin, his and war-time friend. Following IB the resolution adopted by rising vote: WHEREAS: Almighty God in the fullness of His wisdom has removed from our midst, Francis N. Fuller, ton.

who for over twenty-two years has filled the position of city clerk and clerk of the board of aldermen of the city of Newport, R. 1., and WHEHEAS: urlngr hid long tenure of utllce. he not only well performed tho manifold duties of his position, but brought to their discharge such intelligent, honest, and impartial disposition, to command tho respect of tha board of aldermen and the citizens of Newport generally, as evidenced by his repeated reelection by the representative council over a period of nearly' a quarter of a century, and WHEREAS During his long tenure sociatlon 'with him as clerk of this board, we came to know and appreciate him for his many excellent and endearing qualities, ills honesty of spurpose, his ever constant loyalty, ana the assistance he was ready to render the board, many times advancing tho thought, gained by his wide experience in municipal affairs, which greatly assisted us in cur de liberations, and WHEREAS: For over a period years he is known to us have been active and zealous In pro motlng the best interests oi the city giving generously of his time an thought to every measure which hai for its end the advancement of th municipality and the welfare of hi fellow man, patriotic and benevo ent as evidenced by his voluntar enlistment for service during th Spanish American War, ana 'hi membership in many fraternal or ganizations of tho city, ever and al ways generous to a fault, and deared to all who came to know him well. He It therefore RESOLVED: That In the death Francis N. FuIIerton.

the city N'ewport has lost a distinguished anr useful citizen; one who in the dis charge of his duties as a city officf administered the duties of his of flee in a manner most creditable tr and with marked satisfac tion to the citizens of Newport, one who by his generous, affable, am courteous manner, loyalty, honest- of purpose and genial qualities en deared him, In great measure, to al with whom he came in contact, oni whose passing leaves a void In tin hearts of all who knew him well He It RESOLVED. That wo, the board of a for ourselves, and in behalf of the people of Newport hereby sincerely express our pro found regret upon the passing of oui City Clerk Francis N. Kullerton. ano tender to his loving wife and-his devoted chiltTrcn our heartfelt sympathy, in this their of preat be- rcuvcmcnt. We earnestly pray thai A i God may giv them strength In hear i great sorrow and a they may be sus a anrt comforted, by the consciousness of a life so usefully spent and the love and esteem In which IIP was held by his fellow men.

CHAMBER DIRECTORS EXPRESS APPRECIATION Sent Letter to Mrs. Harriman for Article on Newport New England Day May 0 tlrld Hero; Change In Train Schedule Taken Up With Officials Madison "The Return of Jephtha," based on the Biblical story. Miss Bowser sang "Weary River," Louis Silvers, in a clear so- praho vo'ce, and the reader's next two contrasting selections were the humorous "The Right and Wrong of Joshua's Gambling," in which two of the parishioners assisted and "The Potter." based on Jeremiah XVHrH. The program was concluded with "Cheering the Sick" and "Circumstances alter Cases," Mrs. Madison being assisted by members of the church.

An amusing encore iven during the evening was "Tna Light in Grandpa's Room." Miss Brown expressed her thanks to all who helped make the recital a success and Rev. Mr. Bowser spoke of the treat which had been enjoyed, referring to the high quality of the program. Mrs. William K.

Hopes, wife of a former pastor, spoke briefly and Miss Nancy Hopes, his little daughter, bowed to th audience. An opportunity waa given to purchase Mrs. Madi- son'g poems, and ice cream. cake and a prize cake, the latter by Mrs. Gerena SmlU, were on sale tn th parish room.

Assisting Miss Brown on the entertainment committee were iliss Flor.le Cooper and Edward Harris. FUNERAL OF LOUIS HESS. Rabbi Slcdcl of the Touro Synagogue conducted a brief funeral service for Louis Hess, one of Newport's leading business men," at his home on Crcenough place Friday morning, after which the body was taken to Hartiord, for interment in the Beth Israel cemetery, where the family have a lot. Memorial services will be conducted at the Synagogue Saturday afternoon, w'hich may be attended by the public, the services at the house this morning being tfs members of the George B. Austin, John J.

Conron and David B. Bryne were elected directors of the Newport Trust Com pany at the annual meeting ot the stockholders Friday, whtn ihe 21 other directors were iti-elec'-2d. Mr. Austin is vice president and a director of the Newport Gas Lighi Company, a member of the Savings Bank of Newport executive committee, a of the Newport Water Corporation and treasurer ol the Newport Free Library. Mr.

Conron, who is a member of the School Committee, is president I of the Rotary Club, a past president) of the Chamber of Commerce, and' has been active in church and other work for years, in addition to Lsirtg manager of the local Armour Com- Bo it RKSOLVED: That a copy of thlf resolution he spread our record and engrossed eony signed by mayor board sent to tho family ot our departed associate. NEWPORT YACHT CLUD A A OUTING About 56 Enjoy Water Sports and Frankfurter Roast at Taylor's Point Members of the Newport Yacht Club, about 06 in number, went to Taylor's point, Jamestown, Thursday evening for an outing, making the trip in six cf the club's boats. Water sports and a frankfurter roast constituted the program, which was arranged by a committee consisting of Alvin Gamage William Norton, Chester Beebe, Dalton Cookingham, George Toel- kin, and George Matley, Sidney Shapiro was master of ceremonies and Dalton Cookingham the cook. On the return to the clubhouse the Yacht Cluh Melody Boys sang aev- eral selections and led in the general singing of popular numbers. So successful was the outing that plans have already been made for a two weeks later in the month.

TO CONTAIN MUCH ABOUT NEWPORT AND VICINITY Plans for Publication of America's Cup Magazine by Regatta Committee Made pany branch, Mr. Bryne. owner of the drug store firm which bears his name, is a patt president of the Rotary Cluh, and has been prominently connected in business for years. TO ASSIST IN RECEPTION TO BRITISH SHIP. Suggestions of Grand Lodge, Sons of St.

to Be Proposed to Committee family only. Much pleased with their welcome to Newport, members of the Grand L.dge, American Order. Sons of St. George, made plani. to be of assistance to the municipal committee in the reception to British ship Uanac, which Is due here ber 12.

'Transacting much business the bodge adjourned late Thursday afternoon, and while an effort was made to have the convention here again next year, the vote carried it to Pawtucket. Much discussion ensued relative to a proper entertainment for the officers and men of the British light cruiser, but while many things were suggested these were merely noted, and will be proposed to Mayor Sullivan's rcccpt'on group, will be offered every assistance by the Flans for the publication of the America's Cup magazine by the publicity commiiLCc of the Nan u- gansett Bay Regatta Association, were made late Thursday afternoon at a meeting which was also attended by the publicity committee of the Chamber of Commerce 'S. George Webb presided during the session, at which it was announced that the magazine will contain material about Newport and vicinity and be distributed through the principal cities of the entire country. Preliminary details regarding the publication of a booklet on the city at some future date were also discussed, and a financial statement was read. SUPPORT REQUESTED FOR TWO LECTURES Lions Also Receive Thanks Colonel Chamberlain for Donation for Prizes members of tbe SODS of St.

George, S. N. The Newport Lions' Club at this week's meeting received two communications requesting support, one from the Miantonomi Fark Memorial Commission, for a lecture to benefit this war memorial, and the other from a committee arranging a public lecture on President R. C. Adams presided and reported the thanks of Colonel Chamberlaffi for the club's donation-for prizes, the officer being particularly pleased that the gift waa tendered without any stipulations for its disposal.

Among the guests of the day were John Falkenholm, Philip Gray. George.W. Gilford and Dr. Holt, The appreciation of the directors of the Chamber of Comerce 0 Oliver Harriman for her article, "Newport the Unchangeable," published last month in Harper's Bazar, is expressed in a letter which has been forwarded to the author, with a handsome bouquet of flowers. Cognizance of the article waa taken Thursday evening at the regular meeting, when it was voted to send the following letter: "The officers and members of the wish to extend to you their sincere wis fato extend to you their sincere appreciation of the appropriate and beautiful thoughts of the "city-by.

the-Sea" that you so nicely pressed in the July edition ot Harper's Bazaar, it has -er been objective of the Chamber to flash beiore A--srican vacationists natural beauties of this quaintly tinged, yet moflernly progressive city. But it is doubtful whether anything could have been mora magnetic in attracting the attention, not only of those who have never been fortunate enough to spend a vacation on this beautifu isle, but also of those who have known what Newport holds in Js- torical lore, social prestige am natural gifts, than your article entitled "Newport, the Unchangeable." "To those of us who have lived In Newport, the word pictures that you have painted for us were as touching as the meeting with a long lost friend, or the bringing Into actual existence of the persons and places of whom we may have dreamed. They were as parts of a beautiful ude, which one might admire for their beauty of structure and coloring of words, which could never be fully appreciated until the thought was revealed, und the truth of what was stated stood forth as some beacon light, illuminating rare attractiveness which has been hidden in the darkness of listless wandering. It made one feel that Newport might well be called the "Isle of Poetry," for there is beauty in and about tiic city from whica the poet might derive sufficient food for any of his works. "We trust that your article will come to the attention of every old Newporter, and to that of those who have made a visit to the historic town, and that in perusing it they may feel the call of happy memories and become that Newport, with its unusud charms of laml and water, mansions, its classic walks, and (is historic shrines, holds the same attractions today as it did in dap gone by;" With a view to allowing more rectors an opportunity to attend, the board votud to try noon ings, with luncheon to bu served, in this manner the members could save time while considering the business which regularly comes their attention tor action.

The board was notified by Nui- itan Isham, architect in charge the renovations to the Old City Hall, that the historic structuie will be ready for occupancy by the Chamber September 10. An application regarding the position ol janitor at the new neadquarttrs vvaj referred to the nouse committee. It was voted to accept an invi- Lation to attend the Redwood Li- briary anniversary, and a received from Mayor Sullivan and Board of Aldermen, expressing thanks for the use of the box at Jit. Show. Tht board alsi volod to send letters of condolence to families of the tatc city clerk Fran cis N.

Fullerton and the late Louu Hess. A New England day, as advocated by the New England Council, may be held here October 20, -ind as Edward P. Gosling is a member of both the Council and the Board of Directors, the matter was referred to hijn for recommendations. The transportation committee a report notified the board regarding the procuring of Incilities tor Lhe Coast Guard patrol boats and 2,000 men wtio will be on duty vicinity during the yacht races. The craft will be moored at Brif" wharf, in all liklihoou.

The change in the train schcilJe. which advanced the departure of the Boston train from this c.ily from 8:15 to 7:25 A. has been protested by persons in this city and the matter has been taken up with the railroad officials, who nov lave it under advisement. A change the afternoon schedule, which jrings newspapers into Newport ate, has also resuled in a protest, according to a report of the committee, and has been brought to tbe attention of the road. A total of 455 persons have Already been supplied with information at the Two Mile Corner booth, which was erected by the publicity committee at a cost of $292.06.

and has been opened since July 28. Herert P. Harrison was given a votff of thanks for his poster advertise- ng of Newport. The board voted to co-operaw with the State Board of 1u Rxads in regard to the campMff" conducted in an effort to reduce the number of accidents. TRIBUTE TO MR.

AND CLAKIi. To the Editor of the Mercury: A large circle of friends are to- ay mourning the tragic loss Mr. and Mrs. Clark. They ted kindness and their 1 ome here, as well as 'ork, offered always a warm ome.

They will be sadly TM nd afftcUonntcly 1 Newport, Aug 8, Ne.