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Norwich bulletin., 1909-11-29
ATTEMPTED ASSASSINATION
 ON PARIS HOTEL STEPS.
Algerian Shot and Dangerously
 Wounded General Verand.

Paris, Nov. 2s.-An individual, be- lieyed to be insane. and having an im- aginary grievance against the war department, shot and dangerously wounded General Verand today on the steps of the Hotel Continental as the general was entering the hotel to at- tend a banquet The man was over powered and placed under arrest. Later it was learned that he mistook General Verand for General Brun, the minister of war.
 The attempted assassination created sensation. It occurred a few mo- ments after President Fallieres left the Hotel Bristol nearby where he was calling on King Manuel. As four shots rang out, the people and policemen in the streets first thought that it was an attempt against the life of the president of the republic or the king of Portugal. Hundreds ran in the direction of the shots and several of the officers sprang upon General Ve- rand's assailant, who proved to be an Algerian. He was oVerpowered with difficulty. and was found to be per- feet walking battery of revolvers and daggers.
 General Verand received bullets in the neck and forehead.
Norwich bulletin., 1909-11-29
DR. FREDERICK COOK LOCATED.
 IS IN VICINITY OF NEW YORK.
Statement Issue1 Last Night by His
 Brother, w. L. Cook.

New York, Nov. 2S.-They found Dr. Frederick A. Cook tonight, that is, an authoritative statement was issued by his brother, W. L. Cook, saying that the explorer. who mysteriously drop ped from public view yesterday, was still in the vicinity of New York, re- cuperating. He was on the verge of a nervous breakdown, and his retirement was absolutely necessary.
 The statement issued by MT. Cook follows:
 His Brothers Statement.
 '.Dr. Cook is in the vicinity of New York trying to get much needed rest. If he decides to go to Europe there will be no secrecy concerning his departure think that his friends and critics alike ehould be charitable enough to allow him to rest until his health is fully restored. He has not bean read ing the newspapers in the last few days and is not responsible for the statements that have beeen issued by those who were acting as his spokes- men.
 Tn sending his data to Copenhagen Dr. Cook has fulfilled his obligations to the public"
 The foregoing was issued by the ex- plorer's brother in view of the fact that the doctors apparent seclusion caused much anxiety among his friends, leaving even John R. Bradley, his financial packer, puzzled and pro- voked. Mrs. Cook is also in New York, but her exact whereabouts, as in her husbands case. has not beeen an- nounced.
Norwich bulletin., 1909-11-29
FATHER cARRIGAN REFUSES
 TO VAcATE PASToRATE
Despite Recommendation He Conduct.
 ed Services Sunday.

Denver, Col, Nov. 2S.-Despite the formal notice of his communication, which was read in most of the Roman Catholic churches of Colorado, Father J. F. Carrigan, pastor of St. Patrick's church, conducted services in that day.
 Father Carrigan read to his congre- gation the formal notice of his excom- munication by Bishop Matz He then discussed the notice in detail, explain ing charges brought against him by Bishop Matz, and characterizing the document as "the last stroke of a des- perate man consumed by the spirit of revenge against his brother"
 Father Carrigan's refusal to vacate the pastorate of St. Patrick's Is upheld by the civil courts.
Norwich bulletin., 1909-11-29

how long it may be intended to be kept there could not even be gusscd. Liberal Contributions to the RevoIu-
 tionary Cause.
 New Orleans. La. Nov. 2S.-Liberal contributions to the revolutionary cause in Nicaragua have been made by business men of that country, accord- ing to Mir. Sussman, consular repre- sentative of General Estrada at New Orleans. Mir. Sussman said that indus- trial and commercial interests of Nic- aragua had been taxed extortionately by President Zelaya.
 There have been many instances oa petty injustice and extortion." said Mn. Sussman. Near Managua there Is q little lagoon in which Indian womeu have been wont from time immemorisi to wash their clothes. One day an official proclamation was issued stating that company would charge the wom- en a comparatively large sum a day fof the privilege of using this water. Pay- ment as demanded was made, because there was no other available watef supply"
 Gunboat Princeton Sailed for Nicara-
 qua.
 Seattle. Wash. Nov. 2S.-The gum boat Princeton, Commander c. IT. Hayes. sailed from the Bremerton navy yard today for Nicaragua. where she will join the gunboat Vicksburg. which is now at Corinto. The Princeton will call at San Francisco to take on am- intuition and stores.
Norwich bulletin., 1909-11-29
HELD FOR SUPERIOR
 COURT UNDER $500 BONDS
Sidney Armstrong Charged With Theft from the Person-AIice Smith Tes- tifies Against Him.

In the city court on Saturday morn ing Sidney Armstrong, whom Chief Murphy located at Shamrock, R. l.. was presented. charged with theft of $50 from the person of Courtland Stimson in the room of Alice Smith in Main street. October 30. He plead ed not guilty and declared that Stim- son put his money between the mat tresses when he went to bed and that during the night the Smith woman woke the witness up and said she had the money and they left. He got SIS of the money. They went to Worces- ter, where he left her. It was also claimed that Armstrong stole a hat valued at s1 and $3 vest
 Alice Smith placed the blame on Armstrong. who, she said, took the money, and gave her $20, while Stim- son testified to being taken to the room by Armstrong.
 Probable cause was found and Arm strong was held for the superior court under $500 bonds. which he could not secure. The Smith woman is serving out sentence of sixty days.
Norwich bulletin., 1909-11-29
Musical Afternoon at Halle Club.

Miss Agnes Malone and Miss Mary Malone poured, assisted by the Misses Bessie Murray, Bessie Keanealy and Ann;e 1afileur, at the Sunday after noon tea at the Halle club, which was favored with the usual large attend ance- A meritorious musical pro- gr1mme was given, including the fol- lowing participants: Miss Molly James. Miss Clara Houck, Miss Ella Kirby, Miss Nellie Buckley, Miss Sarah Kel- ley, Miss Katharine Bray, Miss Alice Welch, Miss Mary Dunleavy, Miss Mary Dunderdale and Miss Annie Mur- phy. The attraction for the regular social evening this week Is to be whist.
Norwich bulletin., 1909-11-29
CARRIED BY IRELAND.
Michael Walsh of Rochester Twice
 Crosses Ocean-lsn't Home Yet.

Boston. Nov. 2S.-To reach his old hone in Ireland, Michael Walsh of Rochester has travelled from Rochester to Montreal. Liverpool and Boston. but he has not yet ended his Journey. When he arrived in Boston Saturday in the steerage of the Cunard liner SaXonia from Liverpool. he was held by the immigration authorities until the status of his citizenship could be settled.
 Walsh said he crossed the ocean from Montreal on the steamship Lau- rentic. When the steamer reached Queenstown Walsh was asleep and when he awoke the vessel was on her way to Liverpool. He took passage on the Saxonia for Queenstown, but again he was carried by. this time be- ing too sick to go ashore If he can satisfy the authorities that he is an American citizen Walsh will sail on the first steamer for Queenstown: oth- erwise he will be deported, securing free passage to Ireland.
Norwich bulletin., 1909-11-29
WALTHAM MURDER MYSTERY
 STILL BATTLES THE POLICE.
Hattie Leblanc Remains in Custody Tobie Leblanc Under Constant Watch.

Waltham, Mass, Nov. 2S.-The kill ing of Clarence F. Glover remained a mystery to the Wslthafn police and the state officers tonight, although more than week has elapsed since the crime was committed. and Hattie Le- Blanc, the Is year old domestic, ac- cused by Glover in his ante -mortem statement with having fired the fatal shots, is still in police custody While the police say that evidence thus far seems to point to the girl as the au- thor of the shooting. they neverthe- less do not regard the case as by any means cleared up.
 A constant watch was kept today over Tobie Leblanc brother of Mrs Glover, wife of the murdered man, who was arrested yesterday on the charge of contempt of court in refusing to answer questions at the inquest Le- Blanc was very nervous during last night and today, owing. it is said, to the absence of some medicine which he has been taking regularly. He will come before the court tomorrow for hearing on the contempt charge.
Norwich bulletin., 1909-11-29
TRIBUTE TO MEMORY oFS
 LATE cOVERlcR UF MINNESOTA.
Paid by President Taft, Gov. Hughes
 and Others.

New York, Nov. 2s.-Tribute to the memory of John A. Johnson. late dem- ocratic governor of Minnesota. was paid by President Taft, by Governor Hughes, by Charles A. Towne. former United States senator from Minnesota, and others at a memorial meeting held today at the Broadway tabernacle, this city, under the auspices of the Ameri- can n-Scandinavian society The audito- rum was packed during the meeting.
 Goevornor Hughes was the principal speaker. Mir. Taft's eulogy was in the form of letter. regretting his inabil- ity to attend. He said in part:
 T knew Governor Johnson, valued him highly as a friend and regarded his promotion to the governorship of great state. and to national promi- hence, as a statesman and citizen. as one of the best evidences of the equal ity of opportunity that we have had in this country, and of the fact that high character. earnest endeavor and great ability and intelligence will enable man to raise himself form the humblest position in society to be leader among us.1
Norwich bulletin., 1909-11-29
Nine Men Missing.
 From Gunboat,
WHICH IS LYING OFF PORT LI-
 MON, COSTA RIGA.
GENERAL ALARM BY WIRELESS
For Ships to Keep Lookout for Giq and WhaIeboat Carried Out to Sea by Friday Nights Storm.

Colon, Nov. 2s.-Nine men are miss- ing from the United States gunboat Marietta, which is lying off Port Li- mon, Costa Rica. The gunboat today sent out general alarm by wireless and request that ships proceeding in that vicinity keep lookout for her gig and whaleboat. The gig. which was manned by crew of four. and the whaleboat, with five men aboard, were carried out to sea in the heavy weather on Friday night. Nothing has been seen or heard of either of the boats since. A reward isSoffered by the com- mander of the Marietta for any one finding the boats or rescuing the men.
Norwich bulletin., 1909-11-29
Declares the Doctors Story SelfEvident and
 Even Deliberate lmposture
HIS ASTRONOMICAL DATA FAXED
Says Such Observations Cooks Could Be Manufact- ured Anywhere, by Anybody" Nowhere Does the Doctors Story Ring True"-Critic Weman Analyses the Narratives of Peary and Cook.

Washington, Nov. 2S.-Walter We'll man. whose preparations for a con- quest of the North pole in an airship were abandoned upon the announce ment of the claims of Dr. Frederick A. Cook and Commander Robert E. Peary, issued a long statement here tonight in which he analyses the nar- ratives of the two explorers, declar- ing that of Peary precise. workman like, consistentfi credible in every par ticular," and denouncing that of Dr. Cook as self-evident and even de- liberate imposture.
 Vague and Indefinite.
 Cooks story is suspicious both in what it does tell and what it does not tell,'' MT. Wellman declares "Ie is generally vague and indefinite. but. like most men of his class. altogether too precise at the wrong place. No- where does his story ring true. It is always gives an approximation of re- ality itself. This is true of his figures, his descriptions. everything"
 Could Not Have Accomplished the
 Feat.
 The gist of MT. wellman's finding is that with his meagre party and equip ment Dr. Cook could not possibly have accomplished the feat for which he claims credit. that his astronomi- cal data are too minutely precise to have been made under the claimed conditions in the field, and that the explorers dash for the lecture plat form and his acceptance of crowns of flowers placed upon his head by innocent women and children before submitting his field records to scien- tific examination all conspire to his discredit.
 Especially caustic Criticism.
 MT. Wellman is especially caustic in his criticism of Dr. Cook for not turn ing over the records of his trip im- mediately to some scientific body, es- pecially when his story was questioned by critics. This he declares to be in- defensible.
 Wellman Tells What He Could Do.
 Mir. Wellman scoffs at Dr. Cooks as- tronomical data and flatly declares that such observations could be man. ufactured anywhere, by anybody; and to support this assertion he includes an observation" such as might have | been made at the North pole on April | 2l, 190S. which I made today in l Washington with pencil and nau- l tical almanac"
 Explorer Said to Have Sailed for
 Europe.
 Friends of Dr. Cook, who are grieved over the turn his affairs have taken of late, undertook to explain the sit- uation today in this wise:
 Tt is true" they say, that the doc tors fears have been greatly worked | on by the belief of some of those with | whom he associated that there exists a plot to steal his records, and even to spirit him away in person. He even engaged two private detectives to shadow his supposed shadowers. Mrs Cook and those in her confidence felt that this atmosphere was not good for the doctor and arranged to have him in seclusion.
 'SThe doctor intended no mystery. All that aspect of his affairs has re- suited from the announcement made by Mir Wack, who has not seen pr. Cook for a week, and merely acted on
Norwich bulletin., 1909-11-29
PANIC AMONG PATIENTS
 OF A CHICAGO HOSPITAL.
Explosion in Furnace Caused by Dyna-
 mite in the Coal.

Chicago, Nov. 2S.-Dynamite in coal is believed to have been the cause of an explosion tonight in the furnace of the American hospital, by which the lives of patients, nurses and doctors were imperilled.
 The explosion wrecked the heating plant of the hospital, and caused panic among the patients, mary of whom at- tempted to flee from the building un- restrained by nurses. None was in- jured. Fire following the explosion was quickly extinguished. The hos pital authorities believe that dynamite from the coal mine was in the coal and they have ordered all coal in the bins to be taken back by the company from which it was purchased.
Norwich bulletin., 1909-11-29
Buoy Tender Picked up Fishing Launch on Frying Pan Shoals,

Wilmington, N. C.. Nov 2S-The T.. s. buoy tender Wistaria, which ar rived todaX for coal, reports that yes terday on Frying Pan shoals she picked up a fishing launch 22 feet long, six feet beam, with power equip ment and containing a valise with un- derclothing. two suits of oiskins and chart showing the coast from Cape Henry to Cape Lookout The only evidence of ownership is a coat from the uniform of a street car conductor and a shirt bearing the initials "A. E. L.
 It is believed by the crew of the buoy tender that the occupants of the boat were lost off this coast.
Norwich bulletin., 1909-11-29
Reform Organizations Plan to AssaiI
 Congress Soon After It Co,venes-

Washington, Nov. 2S.-Congress is to be assailed by reform organizations within day or so after it convenes for the officials of various organiza- tions announce that ''reformers' con- clave" is to be held here between Dec 12 and IT. President Taft, Andrew Carnegie and Gen. Frederick D. Grant are among those who have been invited to speak.
 Delegates will attend the sessions of congress and urge the necessity for changes and betterments in the laws governing the traffic in liquor and drugs. Other questions also will be taken up with congress looking to bet torment in the social structure of the country and numerous church meetings will be held.
Norwich bulletin., 1909-11-29
Passed the Night.
 In the Street.
FIFTEEN COMPANY HOUSES
 WERE EMITTED SATURDAY.
EVICTION AT LUDLOW, MASS.
Of Polish Strikers of the Ludlow As soeiates MiIls-No Trouble Has Yet DeveIoped-No Future Plans.

Ludlow, Mass. Nov 2S.-On fulfil ment of their announced intention of compelling strikers and their families to leave dwellings owned by the com pany. officials of the Ludlow Manu- featuring associates yesterday began having writs of ejectment served Eff teen company houses were emptied of their contents. and the occupants or dered to seek shelter elsewhere.
 Intend to Appeal to Town Officials.
 The strikers announced that they intended to appeal to the town officers to provide accommodations for fami- lies turned out of the company's build 1ngs. The authorities have not yet indicated how they will meet this ap- peal.
 No Interference with Officers.
 There was no interference with the work of the officers in emptying the houses, but the strikers evidently were in a sullen mood, and the town author lt1es and company officials had made elaborate preparation to guard against a possible disturbance. Three hun- dred men, including all the deputy sheriffs of Hampden county, were sta toned about the mills as guards. Passed the Night with Their Furniture in the Street.
 LudloW, Mass. Nov. 2l-Still peace ful, despite their breeding of twenty four hours over the events of yester- day. the evicted Polish strikers of the Ludlow associates mills today stood guard with their families over their unSheltered household goods or accept ed the hospitality of friends, many of whom themselves, warned by fresh notices, have been given but a scant three days in which to vacate their homes or be evicted.
 Nearly all the evicted ones attended church today. Some had slept at the homes of friends, some had taken ref uge in the police station, while several families passed the night with their furniture, in the streets. Few have as yet made any definite plans.
Norwich bulletin., 1909-11-29
Unusual Compliment to American Am
 bassador in Mexico.

Mexico City, Nov. 2s.-Breaking a precedent long since established of not attending private functions, President Diaz today attended a dinner rendered to American Ambassador David F. Thompson by Governor Guillermo Landay Escandon of the federal dis trict The presence of President Diaz at the dinner is considered here to be an unusual compliment 10 the Ameri- can ambassador. who will retire from office next Tuesday
Norwich bulletin., 1909-11-29
BuIIfighter Seriously Injured at Mexico
 City Sunday.

Mexico City Nov 2S.-Manuel Mar. tinez, who is known among bullhght- CTS as "Ajujotas." was seriously in- jured at the bullfight today by the last bull brought into the arena Martinez is picador just from Spain and a member of the troupe of Rudolfo Gou- ano. who was seriously hurt a year ago. The picador was thrown from his horse and the infuriated bull drove one horn into the man. who was beneath the horse and the other horn gored the fallen steed. Physicians tonight say that Martinez may recovers
Norwich bulletin., 1909-11-29
MIME. STEINHElL NOT
 ALLOWED IN LONDON HOTEL.
Manager, on Learning Her Identity,
 Requested Her to Vacate.

London, Nov. 2S.-Mme. Steinheil. who was recently acquitted in Paris on the charge of murdering her husband. arrived at London today. She travelled under the name of Mime. Dupont. The woman evaded the crowd of waiting newspaper reporters and proceeded to a hotel. Traced to this place. she de- cllned to see anybody. and the man. ager of the hotel, upon learning her identity, requested her to leave. She took a train at Euston station, it is believed for Liverpool.
Norwich bulletin., 1909-11-29
Rhode Island Not "Gretna Green"
 After Next Thursday,

Providence. Nov. 2s.-By the opera tion of an act of delay passed at the last general assembly. Providence and the rest of Rhode Island will drop the application "Gretna Green" and young couples lose the opportunity for speedy and quiet marriages after next Thursday. In substance, the new act provides that marriage licenses cannot legally become effective until five days after they have been obtained. This, it is thought. will serve as a restrain ing influence. It is believed that the local marriage records alone will be reduced 500 next year as a result of the new act.
Norwich bulletin., 1909-11-29
LET ROCKEFELLER DEFINE
 HIS CHRISTIAN POSITION
His Most Needed Contribution Now Is
 Words, Not Money.

New York. Nov. 2s.-John D. Rocke- feller's most needed contribution to re- ligion, according to the Rev Dr. Os- car Haywood of this city, is words. not money. Such an expression of his. pr. Haywood contends. would do moro than anything else 10 equalize relig- ious differences and establish a broad bond of brotherhood.
 Rockefeller has the brain of Caesar and unlimited moral influence." said the clergyman during his sermon at the Church of the Covenant today.
 "Then let our most conspicuous man Of wealth define his position with ref- erence to evangelical Christianity. For one. I would await with confidence his answer.
 He is the founder of a scientific university which proposes to substi- ute scientific. speculative phllosophlea and scientific hypothesis for the sim- ple religion of faith. creating an aris- tocracy of scholars and accentuatin9 the imaginary gulf between the ricE and the poor. Now let him make thd contribution of one hundred words ta the worlds religious literature"
Norwich bulletin., 1909-11-29
Immigration Inspector Found Six Chi
 nan1en Hidden on Canal Boat

Plattsburg. N. r., Nov. 2S.-Six Chl- nese hidden in a canal boat loaded with pulp wood were found tonight at Rousts Point. N. Y.. by immigration and customs inspectors. All were ar rested. together with the captain of the boat. Otto Petersen. who is charg- ed with smuggling Chinese into this country.
Norwich bulletin., 1909-11-29
Suspected Express Robber Proves
 AIibi,

Detroit Nov. 2S.-James Wilson, alias Samuel Spencer. held here on the supposition that he was implicated in the robbery of $14.0O0 from the de- pot express office in Niagara Falls Ont, three weeks ago. has been cleared of that supicion. It was learned to- day that he was serving time in Gen. tral prison. Toronto, at the time of the robbery
Norwich bulletin., 1909-11-29
Nelson AIvord Died as Result of Shock

Bridgeport, Conn, Nov 2s.-Nelson Alvord. one of the best known resi- dents of Greens Farms and a man of great wealth, died at St. Vincent's hos pital last night as the result of a shock sustained few weeks ago. De- ceased has been In failing health for the past three years, having sustained shock in 1906 while visiting in the south. He is survived by widow and one son, Edwin, New York stock broker
Norwich bulletin., 1909-11-29

Havana. Nov. 2s.-An automobile, containing Luis Octavio Divine. .secre- tary of justice, su'b-secretary Juan Garcia Kohly, director of justice Lozi- CT and Mario Garcia Kohly, the newly appointed minister to Mexico, was wrecked last night by the bursting of tire, while returning to Havana from a trip in the country. All the men were badly injured Juan Garcia Koh- ly had both legs broken and is suffer- ing also from internal injuries. He is not expected to recover.
Norwich bulletin., 1909-11-29
Suicide of Torrinston Man.

Torrington, Conn.,, Nov. 2S.-Despon- dent and out of employment. Frank Lehman committed suicide at his home here today by drinking carbolic acid. Lehman was found in the attic of his home by his wife with an empty bot tie, which had contained the acid, by his side. He was fifty years old and leaves his wife and several small chil- dren
Norwich bulletin., 1909-11-29
Fund for the Transforming of Episcopal
 CIeraymen at 64.

New York, Nov. 2s-Announcement was made from the pulpit of St. Georges church today by the pastor. Rev Dr. J. J. Wilkins that a gift of $50,000 has been received toward tho s5.000.O00 fund being raised to pension Episcopal clergymen at the age of 6t years. or sooner if they are disabled. The name of the donor was not made known, but he is a man living in tho middle west. Thus far S390000 has been collected for the fund. which had its origin at the general conference in Richmond two years ago.