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Norwich bulletin. [volume] (Norwich, Conn.) 1895-2011, 1909-09-24
CHIEF STANTON HoNoRED
BY APPOINTMENT
Named as Member Of, Committee on
Hydrants and Valves Of National
Fire Protective Association.

Fire Chief Howard Z. Stanton has
just received notice that the executive
committee of the National Fire Pro-
tective association has appointed him
to place on the committe on MIGRANTS
and valves of which H. o. Lacount
of Boston is chairman. As Chief STAN
ton is not member of the association
the honor of the appointment is all
the more significant OF the estimate
placed upon the services that Chief
Stanton has been able to render at diff
ferent times. He has taken a great
interest in the promotion of the ques-
ton of MIGRANTS, fittings and the
Standardization Of hose threads
throughout the country, and at vari-
Gus times at conventions has been able
to advance the cause by the clear ex-
PLANTATION he has given of the different
appliances. Chief Stanton's training
and knowledge as a practical mechanic
have been recognized and made use
of many times as he has been able to
explain mechanical details In a way
that the delegates could understand
and thusc assist this protective asso-
ciatisn, whose membership numbers
about rs organizations all over the
United States and Canada.
Norwich bulletin. [volume] (Norwich, Conn.) 1895-2011, 1909-09-24
HALLE CLUB SOCIAL
First Of Season an Evening Of Whist
Prize Winners.


The first social evening Of the sea-
son for the Halle club was held on
Thursday night in the club rooms at
No. 142 Main street, an evening of
whist being arranged for by the So
cia1 direetress. Miss Mary Richards,
who was assisted for the evenin- by
Miss Gertrude c. Hough and the us
ual social committee, comprising the
Misses LYDIA Galley, Mary Sheridan,
Alice Stevenson, May Edmondson and
Gladys Upton.
Nine tables were played in the hall
and the fortunate ones to bear away
the pretty prizes were the following:
First, Miss Nellie Harrington, 20, shell
comb second, Miss Bella Yes, 81. chif-
fon vail; third, Miss Bridget Moran.
20, lace collar; fourth, Miss Gladys
Upton, 10, bottle Of cologne. ffth.
Miss May Rogers, is, bouquet of
roses; sixth. Miss A. Donovan, II, a
fan; consolation prizes. which were
bouquets of flowers, to Miss Nellie
Grove and Miss Louise Fitzpatrick.
who each scored five points The en-
joyable evening made a highly sue
cessful opening of the clubs social
programme.
Norwich bulletin. [volume] (Norwich, Conn.) 1895-2011, 1909-09-24
COUNTY W. C. I. U. ANNUAL
Three Sessions Held at Mystic with Election of Officers
Mantle Girl Won Gold Medal Contest-Two Norwich
Contestants-Banner Comes to This City,


The 26th annual convention of this
New london County Women's Chris
tian Temperance union, held Thursday
at the Mystic Union Baptist chhurch
was largely attended, and the sessions
marked by enthusiasm in the reports
and speeches presented. 1t opened
promptly at 10 a. M, when Mrs. II.
Addie Randall of Groton, county presi-
dent, called the convention to order
Singing OF the hymn, How Firm a
Foundation. reading of the First Psalm
and prayer were the opening devotion
al exercises.
Committees were named as follows:
Press, Mrs. Liza X. Fuller; courtesies,
Mrs. c. s. 'Newbury; credentials, Mrs.
Tuttle. The welcome to the conven-
ton was expressed by Rev. Welcome
e. Bates, pastor of the church. who
spoke highly of the cause which the
order stood for, and said that its ini-
tials signified to him wisdom, Chris
tianity, tenacity of purpose and USE
fulness. Mrs, Newbufy responded on
behalf of the local union. which was
entertaining the convention.
Treasurer,s Report.
The county treasurer, Miss Harriet
G. Cross of this city, showed by her
annual report that all bills had been
paid and a balance of s73 remained in
the treasury. The minutes Of the last
convention were read by the county
secretary, Miss Mary Day of Colches-
ter.
7 Reports OF the superintendent OF
departments, which followed, were
listened to with attention and showed
much work done. Mrs. E. A. Cutler,
medal contests, reported Is of these
held in The county The past year. Mrs.
8. Howard Mead, medical temperance,
reported Ills department sustained
with commemorate results. Miss Cross
county fair work. stated that large
quantities of literature had been dis
tributed and the usual booth with ice
WAGER had been maintained. Mrs. s.
K. Luce, evangelistic work, reported
that very good work had been accom-
p1ished in his department. On anti
narcotics, Miss Nellie Starr reported
the best work dcne in years, and that
the Norwich Us had been in the lead
Mrs. Grace Bitgood, Sunday school
work stated that the interest in this
department had been very general,
making it the best on record. Mrs. A.
c. S. Fenrer, franchise, declared thar
the women in the county state, the
nation and the world were more wide
awake to their duty in this important
branch than ever before. Mrs. Carrie
3. Frazier, parlor meetings, reported
that the year had shown a larger
number held than in any previous time
For L. T. L. work Mrs. Lucy G. Fields
reported much important work done
and the need for more consecrated en-
deavor in this line. Mrs. Randall, SOL
diers and sailors, showed that this
work had been sustained, and Mrs
Ruth Nash for the press department
slater that this had been well attended
to as EVERY union In the county had
been represented.
Work is Flourishing.
In her annual report, the secretary
Miss Day, showed that the work OF
the w. G. 7. U. In the county was
in q generally hourishing condition.
Banner Comes to Norwich.
The award of the county banner for
Norwich bulletin. [volume] (Norwich, Conn.) 1895-2011, 1909-09-24


best increase in membership was made
to the Norwich Us, taking IT from the
Norwich union, which won IL last
year. The record of the winning Us
was an increase from IL members to
~ active and four honorary members.
Mrs. C. B. Buell., the state presi-
dent, was introduced just before the
close of the morning session ana spoke
briefly. The roll was called and the
{. INVENTION adjourned for a delicious
lunch served by the ladies Of the Mys-
tic union.
In the afternoon the session opened
at I.3I o'clock with devotional SER
vice led by Mrs. Liza X. Fuller. An
address by the state president, Mrs.
Buell., was listened to with great in
terest as she gave many helpful sug-
gestions OF lines OF work. Mrs. Full
Ter followed, speaking especially OF the
White Ribbon Banner, the Official pa
per. to which she asked that at least
half the members Of each union might
be subscribers. Mrs. Elmer Newoury
also spoke interestingly
Election Of Officers.
The report of the credentials COM
mitttee showed Sc delegates present.
The annual election of officers was
taken up, resulting in the reelection
by unanimous. vote Of the president,
Mrs. II. Addie Randall. Groton; secre--
tary, Miss Mary Day, Colchester; and
treasurer Miss Harrit g. Cross, Nor
witch. All the department superfntend-
ents who had rendered reports IN
the morning We're also reelected.
Mrs II. Addie Randall was elected
the county delegate, Mrs. Ruth Nash
alternate, to the national convention
in Omaha. It was voted, after dis
cussion, to have Mrs. Livingstone, the
Rhode Island state president, come here
for five days about the last of Novem-
Der and the first of October.
After remarks by Mrs. Miner urging
more scientific temperance instruction
in the schools, the benediction closed
the service. Supper was served the
delegates.
Speaking Contest.
The evening session was one of
much interest as it was gold medal
speaking contest with eight contest
ants who had been winners of silver
medal contests in their respective
fields Mrs. L. A. Cutler, medal con-
the service, which was opened with
prayer by Rev. Mr.. Bates and scripture
reading by Rev. Mr.. iEarnshaw. The
music was an inspiring part OF the
service and was led by Mrs. Elmer
Newbury and Allen Rathbun.
The eight contestants spoke their
selections in admirable form making
it difficult matter for the three
judges to decide. They gave the prize
which is a gold medal, to a Mantle
girl. Miss Lanor Coates. The follow
ing were the other icontestnts: Walter
Tarbox, Norwich; Irene Douer, New
London; Alden Wilcox. Mystic: Helen
Willard, Norwich; Eva Edwards. Mys-
tic; Hazel Clark, Old Mystic, and
Blanche Burrows Mystic. The last
seven received pretty w. c. T. u. pins.
Revs. J. o. Barrous, Hyde of Ston-
ington and a New London woman
were the judges. The benediction
closed the service after the prizes had
been awarded.
Norwich bulletin. [volume] (Norwich, Conn.) 1895-2011, 1909-09-24
NORWICH ITALIANS
GsribaIdi Association Will Parade with
New Londoners on October IL.

The Italian societies Of New Lon
don are arranging for g. good time on
October IL in celebration of Columbus
day, and they are planning on a scale
that insures the success of the under
taking. All italian organizations of
New London will taks part, and will
have the assistance of the Garibaldi
association Of Norwich, the Portuguese
societies Of New London, and the ST.
Gillian organizations ss well. Other or
carnations desiring to take part can
do SO by notifying the committee.
There will be a grand parade in the
afternoon at o'clock with music by
the Portuguese band, which will be
worth seeing In the evening there
win be a concert and ball at the state
armoFy with music by the Eleventh
Company band. The concert will be-
gan at o'clock and the grand march
at .. During the intermission there
win be scenes enacted from the life of
Celumbus.
Norwich bulletin. [volume] (Norwich, Conn.) 1895-2011, 1909-09-24
coLoRED PEOPLE
OBJECT TO "cLANsMAN."
Ask Common Council That II Be Ex-
cluded from Notwithstanding Set
for Tonight.

A petition signed by several colored
clergymen and number of others,
has been presented to the common
council, protesting against the allow
ing Of the "Clansman'' to be present
ed a 1.-THE Broadway theater Monday
evening. Alderman Robinson, chair
man of the police commissioners. de-
cided that 1t came within the prov
lnce of the amusement committee and
turned it over to Alderman Whiting.
who is chairman Of that committee,
Councilmen Geer and Worthington be-
ing on the committee. 1t has been
decided that there will be a hearing
in the mayors office this evening.
Attorney A. A. Browning. it is stat
ed, represents the protesting colored
people, the leaders among whom are
said to be Rev. DR.. Ely and Rev. A..
w. Adams.
House Manager Howard Potter Of
the theater was informed of the mat
ter on Thursday and he notified ]. j.
Mccarthy, press agent of the COM
pany, who came here, and will be at
the hearing tonight. He Aggests that
COMP ittee from the protesting peo-
pie should see the play.
Norwich bulletin. [volume] (Norwich, Conn.) 1895-2011, 1909-09-24
WEST SIDE PINocHLE CLUB.
Season Opened With Or. Lewis Hav-
ing the Lead at the End Of Play.


The tenth season OF the West Side
Pinochle club was opened on Thursday
evening, when the members met in
rooms In Main street for their series
Of matches. AS the result Of the even
ing's play DR.. N. B, Lewis was in the
lead. with Rawson second, the scores
being as follows:
1925, Cobb SITS. A. Jordan $40. Pettis
SAC Dibble 1880. Peckham 1880, Te-
trault 1900. Reevs 1897, O'Neil 1895.
Bailey 1850.
Messrs. Bailey and Tetrault take the
places made vacant by the withdraw
al of Messrs. Washburn and Baker,
who wer unable to continue this sea-
son.
Theoofficers of the club this year are
the same as last: President, S. H.
Reeves; secretary and treasurer,
Charles G. Cobb.
Norwich bulletin. [volume] (Norwich, Conn.) 1895-2011, 1909-09-24
NINETIETH BIRTHDAY.
Observed by Miss Adeline E. Mech at
Her Home in Union Street on We'd
nesday.

Norwich has another nonogenarian
in Miss s. Adeline E. Mech of No. IS
Union street, who on Wednesday OBJ
served her fourscore and ten years in
a delightful manner by receiving many
of her friends, who called to extend
congratulations and best wishes She
received many presents as tokens of
esteem from her many acquaintance,
the day being made particularly bright
and cheerful thereby.
Miss Mech has always lived in
Norwich and comes from long lived
family. She is enjoying excellent health
and all her faculties to a remarkable
degree. She extended most cordial
greetings to her friends and callers.
She is the daughter of John and Eu-
nice Swan Mech. She is a descend
ant Of Stephen Mech, the progenitor
of the Meeches in this vicinity, who
came to New England on account Of
religious prosecutions. He located in
North Stonington. two miles east Of
Preston City.
Norwich bulletin. [volume] (Norwich, Conn.) 1895-2011, 1909-09-24
NEW LoNpoN-EAsT LYME co.
Accepts Charter Amendment Permit
ting Extension to Connecticut River.

The annual meeting of the direc-
tors Of the New London and East
Lyme Railway company was held on
Thursday afternoon at 2 o'clock at
the Office Of the company in New. Lon
DON Election Of ,officers for the en-
suing year was held. resulting in the
same officers and directors being chos-
en-:
President, Thomas Hamilton; vice
president. Walter r. Depison; treasur-
err. 8. w. c. Jones; secretary, Freder-
lex p. Latimer. Directors, Thomas
Hamilton. William R. Dennison, s.
w. c. Jones, Frederick P. Latimer,
Charles II. Klinck, Philip P. Dunford,
Chapman Hyames. Selden Manwaring
and DR.. J. r. Linsiey.
The principal business transacted
was the acceptance of a charter
amendment, granted by the legisla-
ture of 1903. giving the company per-
mission to extend the road from Elan
ders to the Connecticut river.
Norwich bulletin. [volume] (Norwich, Conn.) 1895-2011, 1909-09-24
UNDER A NEW NAME.
Gilbert Transportation Co. to, Move
Office to Hartford.

County Commissioner B. F. Will
Jams, who at present is acting presi-
dent of the Gilbert Transportation
company of Mystic, states that the di-
rectors OF the company had decided
to change the name Of the company.
Mr.. Williams stated that no name has
been decided on yet. and It would I'M
doubtedly take some little time, as it
had to pass through the hands of the
secretary Of the state. When asked as
to when the cor1pany's offices would be
removed from Mystic to Hartford. Mr..
Williams said that probably before
winter. In regard to what disposition
would be made of the schooner Elvira
Ball, which is at the Azores islands,
Mr.. Williams replied that IL was I'M
decided whether to bring her to this
port or dispose of her there; some of
the directors wished to have her
brought here, while others wish to sell
her at Fayal and use the money in
completing rhe partly built schooner at
the Mcdonald yard. Mr.. Williams said
the matter would be settled immedi
ately.
Norwich bulletin. [volume] (Norwich, Conn.) 1895-2011, 1909-09-24
OBITUARY..
Fred w. Hoss.

The death of Fred w. Hoss occurred
at his home, No. 80 Boswell avenue
shortly after 9 o'clock Thursday night
rather unexpectedly from heart dis
ease and dropsy.
He was the son Of ten late John and
Elizabeth Hoss and was born here 2e
years ago. He was a carpenter by
trade and resided at home. His faith
er lied IL years age. eli was well
konwn here and his many friends will
learn with deep regret OF his sudden
death. He is survived by his mother
a brother, Louis J. Hoss, and two sis
tiers, Miss Clara Hoss and Mrs. Emily
James.
Norwich bulletin. [volume] (Norwich, Conn.) 1895-2011, 1909-09-24
THROUGH HERE THURSDAY.
Railway Commissioners to Inspect
New Haven Road.

After comforting with. the railroad
commissioners, the general superfn-
tendent of the New York, New Haaen
& Hartford Railroad Co. has issued the
itinerary for the annual fall -inspec-
ton tour of the railroad commission
ers. They start Tuesday, September
20. On Wednesday, September 20, At
8 a. M. thev leave Danbury. to Mill
Plain. to New Britain, to Berlin and
return; to Shaker Station. to Rock
vile, to East Hartford, to Whitman
tic. a total of 1850 miles.
Thursday, September 30@at o'clock
a. m, leave Willimantic. to Oneco, and
return; to East Thompson, to Web
ster, to New London. a total of 1876
miles,
Friday, October 1, at O'Clock a. M,
leave New London, to Westerly, to
Saybrook Junction, to Middletown, to
Colchester, to Willimantic, to New Ha-
ven, distance of 1885 miles.
Norwich bulletin. [volume] (Norwich, Conn.) 1895-2011, 1909-09-24
AT BROADWAY 1HEATER.
Rival Candidates.

The Rival Candidates was the offer
ing of the Gage stock company at the
Broadway theater on Thursday even
ing and was well presented, each
member being well cast. The special
ties pleased.
Four plots of land on Long Island
were given away to Jshn poherty,
Miss Nellie Parker William Pratt and
w. Callahan, who held the lucky tick
eta
Norwich bulletin. [volume] (Norwich, Conn.) 1895-2011, 1909-09-24
Last Days OF The
Naiad Dress Shields
Demonstration

The Naiad Shield is made from an
entirely new material derived from q
tropical plant, and possesses remark
able features never before obtained for
waterproof purposes.
The Naiad Shield does not deterio-
rate with age. and whenever purchased
reaches the consumer as good as the
day it was made. Made In all styles
and sizes. Guarantee with every pair.
Norwich bulletin. [volume] (Norwich, Conn.) 1895-2011, 1909-09-24
HEATERS ARE READY.
Those In City Hall Will Be Given q
Test Today-New Sections Added.

The work Of adding three new Sec
lions to Gao hof the heaters in the
City hall has been completed and the
heaters are ready to be given a test,
which may be done. today. They have
also been connected with the COM
pressed air main, which will be used
in blowing out the dust in the heat
ers. There remains to be done only
the work or putting the asbestos on
the new sections.
Norwich bulletin. [volume] (Norwich, Conn.) 1895-2011, 1909-09-24
The DelineatOr
RUDYARD KIPLING

The October issue OF THE DELIN-
EAToR contains another Kipling story
/ 1t is called "A Doctor of Medicine"
This is the second in a series Of stories
Mr.. Kipling has written for THE DE-
LINEAToR. The Kipling stories are
the treat Of the year.
What's the Matter With the Church in
America?
II is discussed in THE DELINEAToR
for October by
MS EMINENCE CARDINAL oIB-
BOSS.
REV. WALTER RAUsCHENBUscH.
DID.
Author OF christianity and the So
cial Crisis" Professor Of Church
History, Rochester Theological Sem
mary.
REV. JOSIAH STRONG,
President American Institute OF So
clad Service. President American
and Foreign Christian Union.
REV. F. NJ. NORTH, D. D..
Secretary Of the Church Extension
ana MlHslOUdTy 0oCltAy VI Tic AAA1AAA~
odist Episcopal Church.
RABBI EMIL C. HIRSCH.
Minister Sinai Congregation, Chica-
go, Illinois.
REV. LEN G. BRoUGHToN.
National Evangelist, Tabernacle
Baptist Church, Atlanta. Georgia
REV RUSSELL, n. CONWELIA
President of Temple College. Pima
delphia, Pa.
REV. CHARLES F. AKED. D. n,
Fifth Avenue Baptist Church, New
York City.
RODNEY GYPSY SMITH,
National Evangelist, representing All
Protestant Denominations.
REV. SMALLER MATHEWS. D. D.
Dean of the Theological School
University Of Chicago.
REV. CHARLES H. PARKHURsr.
d. D.,
Madison Square Presbyterian
Church. New York City.
THE DELINEAroR OCTOBER
This Is the big Fall Fashion issue Of
the Fashion Authority Of the World.
Every Woman in this Wide, Wide
Country needs IL ...l..-
The Reid 6 Hughes co.
We Recover Furniture and do Carrot
Norwich bulletin. [volume] (Norwich, Conn.) 1895-2011, 1909-09-24
Prensrr;no for sucooth.

Joseph Janovitch, Morris Taft and
Norris Sirkin, comprising commit
tee of the Workingman Circle, met
this week and decided upon holding a
dance in Swatzburg during the coming
Jewish holiday in October. This is
one of the merrymaking times Of the
year for the Jewish people, called Sue
Goth, or the feast of the tabernacles,
and lasts for eight days, in the first
week of October
Norwich bulletin. [volume] (Norwich, Conn.) 1895-2011, 1909-09-24

The ad1utant general in General
Orders No. Al states: The season for
qualification with the pistol as pre-
vided In G. O. No. II, A. G. o., series
1908, is extended to. AID including,
Oct 81, until fur<her orders
Norwich bulletin. [volume] (Norwich, Conn.) 1895-2011, 1909-09-24
ore
STORE
Our Annual
Sale of
Oriental Rugs

Should be Of special interest to our
customers for the next two weeks. ORR
entail Rugs are like antique furniture
and paintings, they must be collected
by an expert. No rugs Of doubtful val
ue are ever offered for sale by Tho
Reid & Hughes Co. Mr.. Peters. the
buyer and collector. Is an expert OF
twenty years experience and well
known in the rug market OF the East.
And now you are able to take adj
vantage of his experience and feel that
every rug you buy will be one of the
finest productions of the Orient.
Norwich bulletin. [volume] (Norwich, Conn.) 1895-2011, 1909-09-24
Had Come to STAY.

John Callaghan, who has been be-
fore the police court for theft of ducks
and chickens, was arrested an Thurs
day evening on the East Side by Po-
licenaan Fent0nl He had gene into
the house Of Mrs. Beck en- Fsx's hill;
she finding him there. Hs had occu-
pied . couch and said he had come
to stay. She was Unable to get him
out until the policeman was called.
Norwich bulletin. [volume] (Norwich, Conn.) 1895-2011, 1909-09-24

Norwich members of the Mt. Hol-
yoke alumnae association of eastern
Connecticut are invited to spend next
Tuesday, September 2S. at the yell
low cottage at Crescent beach.
Norwich bulletin. [volume] (Norwich, Conn.) 1895-2011, 1909-09-24

Miss Ethel NJ Sewn has returned to
her home on Broad street after visit
ing her brother, John f. SEWN, Jr.,
in Providence.
Norwich bulletin. [volume] (Norwich, Conn.) 1895-2011, 1909-09-24
Tree Cut Down.

An elm tree in Center street which
was dead. has been cut down and re-
Norwich bulletin. [volume] (Norwich, Conn.) 1895-2011, 1909-09-24

Mrs Thomas Harland Of Sentry Hill
is spending the week in New York.
Norwich bulletin. [volume] (Norwich, Conn.) 1895-2011, 1909-09-24
SMITHS
WITCH HAZEL
JELLY

Is, in our opinion, not surpassed by
any other similar toilet preparation on
the market. 1t is absolutely free from
all substances that could in any way
harm the most delicate skin. 1t is per-
fectly pure. 1t Ia delightful to. use.
It is quickly absorbed and very bene-
fetal to the skin tissues.
II is not sticky or greasy. Gloves
can be worn Immediately after apply
ing 1t to the hands. 1t can be rubbed
on the face before going outdoors and
will not make the skin look shiny or
greasy nor soil the veil or other fine
fabrics. 1t is exceedingly cooling,
soothing and healing for all dry, chap
ped or rough conditions Of the skin.
We recommend It to you with full
confidence that 1t viii be entirely sat
isfactory to you.
Norwich bulletin. [volume] (Norwich, Conn.) 1895-2011, 1909-09-24
Rev, Q. c, sauer 1onored Az,

Rev. G. G. Sauer Honored Again.
Rev. g. c.. Sauer Of Bridgeport,
formerly pastor Of the Third Baptist
church here, on Wednesday was re-
elected secretary and treasurer of the
Fairfield County Baptist association.
Norwich bulletin. [volume] (Norwich, Conn.) 1895-2011, 1909-09-24

Louis A. Swatzburg begins his first
year at Boston Tech next week. He
was an Academy graduate in the class
of 1909 and winner Of the Newton Per-
kins prize. speaking medal
Norwich bulletin. [volume] (Norwich, Conn.) 1895-2011, 1909-09-24
personal.

Charles A. Hagberg was in New
York on Thursday.
Norwich bulletin. [volume] (Norwich, Conn.) 1895-2011, 1909-09-24

John T. Brown Of Palmertown was
q business visitor here Wednesday