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THE NORTH ADAMS TRANSCRIPT, SATURDAY, MARCH 30, 1935 ADAMS OFFICE CENTER ST. THE A A I ADAMS OFFICE CENTER ST. TEL. 178 BANK TRUSTEES TO MEETJNMDAY Will Consider Treasurer Position ELECTION LATER Probable Definite Decision Will be Deferred Until Annual Meeting in May. Election ot a new treasurer of the South Adams Savings bank as successor to Clifford Vf.

Root, who as reported in yesterday's issue of the Transcript has resigned from that position, Is expected to be discussed at a regular weekly meeting of the trustees of the bank to be held on Monday morning. It is regarded as probable that no definite decision toward filling the position will be taken until the annual meeting of the trustees In May. Mr. Root's resignation becomes effective today. He became treasurer of the local bank on May 1th, 1934, as successor to Richard D.

Lee who had resigned to become treasurer of Uie Danvers Savings bank. Air. Root made a number ot friends during his slay in Adams, and they will be to learn that lie is to retain his residence in Adams for the present. He Is a native of Greenfield and a graduate of Wllllston academy at Easthampton. After leaving school he was for a time affiliated with a Greenfield Industry.

In 1896 he entered the employ of the Franklin County National bank which iUer became the Franklin County Trust company. He won promotion with that bank and when he left its employ in 1929 was treasurer of the institution. He went from Greenfield to West Haven, where for a year and a half he was treasurer of the West Haven bank and Trust company. He then retired from active business life and for three years, until coming to Adams last year, spent his summers in Greenfield and his winters in Cleveland, Ohio. for Tomorrow In Churches of Adams Services in the churches of Adams tomorrow will be as follows: First Baptist church, Rev.

Walter Drechsler, pastor. Morning service at 10.30 a. with sermon by pastor on topic, "The Suffering Sav- Other Adams News On Next Page (or." Church school si IMS m. Subject, "Life and Letters of Intermediate Christian Endeavor at 5.30 p. m.

Topic, "Stewardship--Our Lives." Leader, Eleanor Beaupre Christian Endeavor at 630 p. Leader, Edith ffcywood. First Church of Christ, Scientist Rooms In Richmond block. Morning cervices at 10.45 o'clock. Lesson sermon subject, "Reality." Golden text, Psalms, 103.12.

Sunday school at noon. Testimonial meeting Wednesday at 7.45 o'clock. Reading ro open every afternoon except Sunday and holidays from 3 to 5 o'clock. Church and reading room In the Richmond block on Center street. First Congregational church, Rev.

Leon E. Grubaugh, oastor. Morning service, at 1030 a. with sermon by pastor on topic, "Man and God, How They Seek Each Other." World Friendship Tour program at 130 p. m.

Church school at noon with Illustrated address by Rev. Henry M. Bowden. St. Mark's Episcopal church, Rev.

Charles O. Rundell, rector. Fourth Sunday in Lent. Holy Eucharist at 8 o'clock. German service at 9 o'clock.

Morning prayer at 10.45 o'clock. Young People's Fellowship at 6 o'clock. Notre Dam 8 Roman Catholic church, Rev. Joseph T. Smith, pas- or.

Rev. Louis J. Bctournay, curate. Masses at 7, 8.15, 9.15, and 1030. St.

Thomas Roman Catholic church, Rev. Charles L. Foley, pastor; Rev. Francis E. Shannon, curate.

Masses at 8, S.15 and 1030 o'clock. Devotions at 1 p. m. St. Stanislaus Roman Catholic Rev.

E. M. Ke'mpinskl, pastor, Rev. Joseph J. Sltkowskl, assistant pastor.

Rev. Alexander J. Struczko, curate. Masses nt 8, 9.15, and 10.30 o'clock. Vespers at 1.30 p.

m. Trinity Methodist Episcopal hurch, Rev. Frank R. Tarling, service at 10.50 o'clock with sermon by pastor. Church school at 12.10 o'clock.

Local and Personal Mrs. George Griswoid of Howland avenue underwent a tonsil opera- ion this morning at Plunkett Memorial hospital. Mr. and Mrs. Guy Crosier of Cen- street returned today from New York city accompanied by their daughter.

Miss Marjorie Crosier, who will spend a vacation-from her studies at Skidmore college at her home here. AIR TRAVEL CLUB CLOSES FOR YEAR Boys and Girls Interested in Earhart Lindbergh Club at Adams Free Library. The boys' and girls' Earhart-Und- bergh club of the Adams free library has disbanded for the season. Many rare and unusual trips were planned and many countries visited. Frances Brooks was the' most ambitious Amelia Earhart.

having read a total of 40 books on foreign countries. Esther Brooks, Anna McAndrews, Helen Dupras, Leda Little, Frances Zaloga, and Audrey Folsy also receive honorable mention. The outstanding followers of Colonel Lindbergh, who. with the same youthful courage and daring, traveled the countries of Europe were Jette Brooks, Bernard LeBeau, Robert L. SanSoucie, Robert O'Brien, Donald Linscott and Ernest Bissaillon.

Hoiland was the most popular country visited, while Japan, Alaska, China, Switzerland, France, Mexico and Africa ranked next in popularity. Not only has this indicated wide Interest in reading about other countries of the contest, but has aroused the interest of the joys and girls in other forms of reading. HOWLAND AVENUE GROUP TO MEET Attorney F. Anthony Han- Ion Will be Guest Speaker Attorney P. Anthony Hanlon i be the guest speaker at a meeting ot the Howland avenue Parent-Teacher association on Monday evening at 8 o'clock at the Howland avenue school.

During the evening a program will be presented under the direction of Alfred Boulerlce, chairman of the program committee and refreshments will be served by a committee headed by Miss Ruth Scott. TURK DAY WILL BE OBSERVED HERE Delegation From Number of Places Coming to Adams Today and Tomorrow. Delegations representing Turn Vcreln societies throughout the Western New England Turn District will compete in a Turn Day program tomorrow at Turn hall. The program Mrs Catherinr Trimble of various features which is in prep- mrs. uatnerme i rimoie aratlwj for a lljrn est to held Dies in Renfrew Home Springfield in the near future will start with a roll call at 9 o'clock to-.

widow of John H. Trimble, and one of the most highly esteemed residents of the Renfrew section, died this morning shortly after 9 o'clock at her home, 34 Hurt street, following an llness which resulted from a dislocated hip which she received In a fall her home a year ago next Tuesday. Mrs. Trimble was bom in Ireland and came to this town as a child, in the Renfrew section where she had since resided. Sfie was a neighbor and a kind friend and was deeply devoted to her home and fanilly.

Mrs. Trimble was a devout member of St. Thomas church. She was also a member of the Rosary society of the church and of the Auxiliary to William.T. Dougas post, Veterans of Foreign Wars, of which her son, Edward A.

Trimble, was commander last year. Besides Edward, she leaves two other sons, John T. Trimble of this own and William Trimble of Troy, f. and a brother, John Dwyer of jreenwich, N. Y.

The funeral will probably be held on Monday morning at 9 o'clock in St. Thomas church. morrow morning. The affair which will continue until late tomorrow afternoon is open to the public. During the session a cup will be awarded to the society which sends the largest delegation lo participate In the Turn Day program.

This evening an entertainment program and dance will be presented in Turn hall to which the public is invited. Music for dancing will be furnished by Harvey Brousseau's orchestra. Adams Pigeon Club to Have Meeting Tomorrow A meeting of the Adams Pigeon club will be held tomorrow morning at 11 o'clock at the home ot Louis Geoffrion of the Notch road. REV. DR.

D. H. CLARE TO GIVE ADDRESS At Meeting of Men's Club and Awawtocs Class Rev. Dr. Daniel H.

Clare of North Adams, pislor of the First Baptist church In that city, will be the speaker at an open meeting of the Men's club and the Awawtocs class of Trinity Methodist church to be held on Monday evening at 8 o'clock In the church parlors. All members of the two groups are Invited to attend the affair. In addition to the address by Rev. Dr. Clare a musical program will be presented and refreshments'will be served with members of the two organizations forming the host and hostess committee.

HEW MEMBERS ON K. OF C. ROSTER Seventy-Two Have Been Added Here in Plan to Mobilize Catholic Men. Seventy-two new (members have been added to the membership rolls of Adams Council Krilghts of Columbus through the plan of mobilizing Catholic men for Catholic action in co-operation with a movement which iias been in progress in the United States and Canada during the past Lwo weeks, It was announced today. Although the members of the local council have been concentrating their efforts on a mobilization plan during period it has now been decided .0 extend the work for an indefinite Following a regular meeting of the group which will be held on Monday evening at 8.15 o'clock in the council rooms an important meeting of the campaign committee will be held at which time new applications will be considered by the group.

To Open Hat Store Mrs. M. H. Bourne of Center street has resigned her position at the Jean Hat Store in North Adams and is to open a women's hat store at the corner of Dean and Center streets on April 5th. for Late Mrs.

Joseph Dubois An anniversary high mass of requiem will be said on Monday morning at 8:30 o'clock at Notre Dame church for the late Mrs. Joseph Dubois. Local and Personal A son was born this morning at Plunkett Memorial hospital to Mr. and Mrs. Philip Parkhurst of 30 Howland avenue.

DEMOCRATIC CLUB BANQUET TONlfiHT Lieutenant Governor Joseph L. Hurley Will be Principal Speaker. Lieutenant Governor Joseph Hurley of Fall River will be the principal speaker a banquet to be held in the former cafeteria of T. Plunkett junior high school this evening at 8 o'clock under the auspices of the Adams Democratic club, other speakers will Include men who are prominent in Democratic circles in Berkshire county. A number of tickets have been sold for this evening's affair and a large attendance is looked for.

An entertainment program of music and specialty numbers will also be rendered during the evening. Local and Personal A meeting of Court Adams, Foresters of America, will be held on Monday evening at 8 o'clock In Foresters' hall on Center street. A daughter was born yesterday at Plunkett Memorial hospital to Mr. and Mrs. William Jura of 167 Columbia street.

Mrs. Arthur Regnler of 31 Orchard street is a rxillent at Pliui- kett Memorial hospital. Mr. and Mrs. Alfred Lunn and daughter, Ellen, of Corvallls, re guests of and Mrs.

Clifford W. fioot of Crandall street Thursday. Mr. Lunn is professor of biology at Oregon State college. Mr.

and Mrs. Arthur H. Streeter of Waterbury, formerly of Adams, have returned to their home after spending several days as the guests of Mrs. Peter P. Smith of Crandall street.

J. H. Lester, manager of the Somerville plant of the Ford Motor company was a business visitor in Adams Thursday. Michael Bashara and George Solomon of Bennlngton, were in Adams Thursday to attend a silver wedding anniversary reception tendered Mr. and Mrs.

Charles G. a- shara. Miss Helen Doyle is convalescing from a brief illness at her home 252 Columbia street. Mr. and Mrs.

Sylva Marcil and son of 174 Columbia street have returned from a week's trip to New York city and New Jersey. E. R. MacLaren of Evanston, a veil knom) former Atoms resident, is visiting his sister, Miss Ann T. MacLaren of Orchard street and other relatives In Adams.

POLAND WILL BE LECTURE SUBJECT By Rev. Dr. H. M. Bowdcn at Congregational Church MEASE SHOWN IN WELFARE COSTS For March 21st to 27th Period me worm menosmp ser- eoQK the First Congresaltonal Total of A 91 Families Comprising 411 Persons.

"Poland, the Land and Its People," will be the subject of an illustrated address by Rev. Henry M. Bowdfj), D. at the World Friendship ser vice at church tomorrow evening. Dr.

Bow den, former professor of American International college, Springfield, and former secretary ot the Home Missionary society. New York city, will show on the screen about 15 colored slides and pictures which he took himself on a trip to Poland. He made an extended journey through Poland, and his wide acquaintance with Polish people-nnd the introductions with which lie was favored opened the hospitality of Polish homes and gave him opportunities to obtain with Polish life both In city and country. His slides represent Warsaw and Krakow and also give pictures of village life and scenery from the valley of the Vistula to the Carpathian mountains. Dr.

Boirden's story of the country and life of Kos- cluszko, Chopin. Padercwsk! and Si- enkiewlcz is full of Interest. Dr. Bowden has been for many years a student of the life and conditions of the foreign born population of the United States, and was for five years editor of the magazine "Immigration." The general public is Invited to attend the service and hear his address Sunday evening. In addition the pictures and address by Dr.

Bowden, there will be an orchestra recital with the World Friendship orchestra of 15 players, under the direction of Ralph Schorge. and a song service. There Is no admission charge, but a free will offering will be taken. The morning service of the church other Individuals, will be held in the church sanctuary at 10.30 o'clock. Services have been neld In the parish house chapel dur- ng cold weather, but will be held In the sanctuary hereafter.

REPORT GIVEN Costs ot welfare in Adams Increased during the period from March' 31st to March 27th inclusive when a total of wis disbursed amon? 91 families comprising 326 persons and SI other individuals as compared to $734.28 among 95 families comprising 353 persons and 54'qther individuals during the period from March Hth lo March 20th, according to welfare figures made public today. The $985.41 expended during March 21st to 21th period was for tha following Hems: Cash, $34; cash, other cities and state, $14; board, Z7; board, other cities and state, $14; food, food, other cities and prescriptions, glasses, hospital, $100; clothing, footwear, coal, range oil. rents, $70; rents, other clt'-s and slate, $31; mlscel- $2, tiMR The was divided among tho following departments; Outdoor Relief, $552.52 among 65 families, comprising 225 persons and 20 other individuals; Soldiers' Relict, $74.31 among 10 families, comprising 44 persons and two other individuals; Mothers' Aid, $140.33 among 11 families comprising 47 persons; Old Age Assistance, $218.25 among five families comprising 10 persons and 32 Armand St. Hilaire is Cariter Club Caretaker Armand St. Hilaire has been appointed by the Cartier club as caretaker of Its new club rooms which have been established on Dran street.

The rooms have been rc-dccorat- ed and completely furnished and will be opened for members of the club starting Monday, April 1st. The rooms open each day nt 9.30 n. m. Seventh Session Held In Contract Series Mr. and Mrs.

Donald Smith of North Adams were the top scorers, north and south, in the seventh session of a duplicate contract bridge tournament for members of the Adams Contract club held on Wednesday night at the Crystal Their score was 62.4. Second honors went to Mr. and Mrs. Harold L. Follett with 60.5.

First prize for east and west was awarded to David Folletl, partner witli 57.8 while the second prize was won by Wllllnm J. Mc- Cojinell of Adams and Dr. O. Service For Adams People By Adams People The Barrett Dress Hat Shop 50 Center St. A Special Showing of New Spring Dresses and Hats Pecan Rolls Friday and Saturday Hammond's Bakery Park St.

SATISFY YOURSELF Give Us An Order (or Hudson Coal Company's CONE-CLEANED ANTHRACITE Hoosac Valley Coal Grain Co. Telephone 163 Quartette WGY Wed. and Sun. at 7:15 P. M.

PICTURES Your Pictures Pictures come to your from your Photo dealer, full of pictures made by other camera users, coupled with suggestions which may help, you to get even more enjoyment from your camera. Pictures need new, timely snapshots, and will pay $2 for every one accepted for publication. Please call for free copy of the Snapshot Magazine. SMITH STUDIO 32 Park St. Delicious Sweeti Marshmallow Cream Fudge 29c Ib.

Our Own Assorted Salted 59c Ib, AT OUR FOUNTAIN Orange Sherbet lOc Maple Walnut Salted Mixed Toasted Sandwiches The Crest 15 Park St. I A Tooth Paste and Fountain Pen 59c Italian Balm 60c-- 35o Standard Pharmacy B. C. Kuezrnskt, Her. Ph.

14 Summer St. Adinu, Mass, Ice -Oil -Wood We Appreciate Your Buiineia Prompt Friendly Service 'Guaranteed Filtered Ice Co. TEL. 722 Do Not Buy a Refrigerator It Ha. Five Freezing; 2nd-- Froten Storage.

3d-- Eitm.Cold Storage. Moist Storaje. Sth-- Normal Stance. Frigidaire All of Thete We Abo Xgenfa for Hot Point Washing Paradis Electric Shop 13 Columbia St Tel. 963 TEXACO CERTIFIED LUBRICATION i Washing, Polishing, Slmonlilng (Tirr.

Repairing Battery Recharging Radio Tubes Now the time to "hive your Spark Plkgs tested Registered AC SUifcn. Bauer's Tire Battery Service Tel. 935 50 Commercial St. We Cull for and Deliver Your Cir Pep Up Your Motor These Cold Mornings with Purol Pep Gasoline and Tiolene Motor Oil Twins of Quick-Starling EVEN HEAT That's Why Housewives Enjoy Cooking with Oar Crystal HQTSTUFF I heat 1 Try It once. 1'ou will alwaji as UOTSTUFF For Prompt, Met ered Serrlce Fhoae Z54-W J.

D. Haytree Coal-- Oil Alice Davis Beauty Parlor Hair 20c Wet Finger- Wave 15c Special Shampoo and Finger Wave SOc Any "Intricate Style of Waving Done Here For Appointments Call 29 Elm St. FOR BEST RESULTS FROM YOUR OIL BURNER USE TEXACO SUPER RANGE OIL Because this oil gives more heat, less carbon and lasts longer. Clean metered service. Only distributors of Texaco Range Oil in Atoms For Prompt Delivery Call Super Range Oil Co.

Girard Plante, Sales Manager TEL. 518 Stamp Albums and Accessories Scrap Books Berkshire News Make This Store Your Store NEW 1935 AC CLEANER We have Installed the latest type AC Spark Plug Cleaner, Dirty or Worn Plugs waste 1 fjllon of gasoline In 10. Have your cleaned by the new AC Method. Re- mori the Oxide Coating from your rings and stop this wwte, Le Grand Motor Sales Phone 3JJ-W Holden Are. Nu-Enamel Coat of Enduring Beauty No Brush Marks One Coat Get Free Color Chart Ouellette Bros.

Plumbing Heating; 79 Park St. Tel. 419 FRESH MAPLE SUGAR AND SYRUP JUST ARRIVED Sugar 2 Ib. 2Sc-- SOc Ib. Get It Now While It A.

Murphy Hardware and 16 Center St. Tel, 139 EXAMINE YOUR TIRES TODAY Avoid the Spring Don't Buy New Tires Before You See the Quality and Price of the New Rebuilding Process, H. Ball 40 Center St. Adams.

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