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Norwich bulletin., 1909-02-15
WlLLIMANTIC.
Herbert Clark, 20, Commits Suicide by
Drinking carbolic Acid-No Label
on Bottle Found.

7ernert Clark, 20, Commits Suicide by
Drinking carboIic Acid-No Label
on Bottle Found.
Herbert Clark, aged 20 committed
suicide with carbolic acid in his room
at % Church street Saturday night be-
tween Il and II o'clock.
Clffk was seen about the streets
saturday afternoon and was to all APP
pearances in good spirits. He was
considered an estimable young man
and had lived here a little over two
years, being employed by the Wind
ham Manufacturing company
Clark entered his boarding place. at
Mrs. Amanda Coutu's, so Church
street, about Ills and went to the
room of a friend, Thomas Ronald, who
had the room next to Clark's, talked
with him on various subjects and h
few minutes later went to his own
room. Shortly after young man WHO
r0omed with Clark and was in Ron
AIDS room with the latter heard groans
but it was thought that they came
from another part of the building. a S
the groans continued, the young man
rushed into Clark's room and found
him gasping He tried to force salt
and water down Clark's throat. Dr. G.
e. Simonds, who lives across the
street, was summoned and arrived at
11.50. Clark was still gasping and ex-
pired at 11,57 1t was found that
Clark had taken about two drains
from a fresh mixture of carbolic acid
that was contained in a two-ounce
bottle unlabeled. Medical Examiner r.
c.. White was summoned and pro-
nounced it a case of suicide by car
bolic acid and gave the body in charge
of Funeral Directors Elmore & Shop
ard.
The medical examiner stated Sunday
that it was criminal offense for any
druggist to sell earbolic acid to any
one without a label upon the bottle.
The acid was a fresh mixture, but
there is no clue as to where it was
obtained.
A note reading Dear Father: 1 am
tired of living, good bye" was found
among the young mans effects. There
is no reason known why the young
man should end his life, although it
is known that he has been melan-
choly at times and about Jan. 1st was
caught attempting to swallow the
caustic part Of a doctors pencil, think
ing that he would thus be able to end
his life. When questioned as to the
reason for his act he made reply: "Oh.
YOU don't know my trouble" which
would tend to show that the young
man was brOoding over something.
He was steady, bright and industri-
Gus and was even taxing course IN
cotton with a leading correspondence
school, He worked in the upper mills
under his father, who is an overseer.
Herbert Clark was born in Newman
ket n. II, July %, 1888, and had made
his home in this city for a little over
two years. He is survived by his ia
Their. Harry w, an overseer at thu
Windham Manufacturing company's
mills three brothers, George D., VINO
NTofp street Charles
who rooms at so Church street, and
Harry w. Jr., who is serving his sec
ond enlistment in the United States
navy and is now aboard the United
States steamship Missouri, returning
with the battleship fleet that has been
circling the world. and a sister is Mrs.
Lucia Bickford of Rensselaer,. n. Y.
Norwich bulletin., 1909-02-15
FUNERAL.
Marvin Lincoln.

The funeral of Marvin Lincoln was
held at l o'clock Saturday afternoon
from the home of NJ. Eugene lincoln,
nephew Of the deceased. The SER
vice was largely attended by relatives
and friends. including a large delega-
tton from the Venerable club, Of which
the deceased was the oldest member.
Rev. william S. Beard. pastor of the
First Congregational church, was the
officiating clergyman and pronounced
an eloquent and touching eulogy.
During the service hymns were sung
by two grandchildren, Mrs. Alice Dean
and Herbert Lincoln, both of New
York, children of H. S. Lincoln. Among
the handsome floral tributes was one
from the Venerable club of Windham.
The bearers were four nephews, NJ. Eu-
gene Lincoln. John G. Bill. Richard l..
Virgins of this city and Everett Lin-
coin Of Springfield, Mass. Burial was
in Willimantic cemetery. Elmore &
Shepard were in charge.
Norwich bulletin., 1909-02-15
REV. WIN. E. DAVIS
Doing Excellent Work in South Man
chester Pastorate.

Rev. William F. Davis, who was for
several years pastor Of the local Meth
odtst church and pastor OF the new
church on Spring street was unan-
imOusly requested at the fourth quar-
terly conference of the South Manches-
ter, Conn, Methodist church of which
he y pastor to reeurn for another
year Mr.. Davis has completed six
years of efficient service in his present
church, during which remarkable
growth and prosperity have resulted.
Extracts from his report, including fig
ures for six years, of special interest
are as follows: There have been re-
ceived on probation los persons, q
having been received into full mem
bership, have died,22 have been drop
ped, u remain on probation, and 142
have been received into full connection
with the church. OF these y were re-
ceived on probation and 20 by certif1-
cate; 60 certificates have been given
to join other churches. > have with
drawn. 80 have died. Leaving net gain
in the six years of Az Twenty-Five
adults have been baptized and 108 in
fants received the ordinance of bap-
tism. Every department Of the church
reported an increase over that Of one
year ago.
Hearing in Oil Engine Case Postponed.
The hearing on the affairs of the IN
ternational Oil Engine company to
have been held before Judge NJ. A.
Shumway of the superior court in the
office OF Attorney Arthur G. Bill Sat
urday morning was adjourned until
next Saturday morning at 10 o'clock,
when appraisers VIII be appointed.
Bliss Bass Caught.
Samuel Cogswell showed bass Sat
urday weighing 5 IL pounds. The fish
was caught in the Quinebaug loke Fri
day. and was of the same weight as
another fish Of the same kind taken
within a half hour by Brooklyn fisher
men out of the same lake.
Boy Breaks Through Ice.
Charlie White had a narrow escape
from droN ming in the Five Mile river
Saturday, when he broke through the
ice while endeavoring to skate under
the footbridge near the mill Of the
Danielson Worsted company.
Poquonoe Ice Dealer to Cut Ice on
Lake.
Marcus Fl. Trail Of Poquonoc, ice
dealer, is going to take five thousand
tons Of ice out Of Alexander's lake
some time this winter when conditions
become favorable. Mr. Trail is now
having a shelter constructed to protect
the ice on the north shore of the lake
on property owned by Newton Philips.
Mr.. Trail plans to ship the ice to New
London next summer. Shipping facil-
tiles from the north shore of the lake
will be very convenient as the siding
OF the Attawaugan company Is near at
hand and arrangements can probably
be arranged for its use.
Borough Notes.
Employees of the International Oh
Engine company out of work during
the suspension of the operation Of the
factory. are leaving town to secure en-
ployment elsewhere.
a debate between teams representing
Killingly and Webster High schools
has been arranged for February 26th.
The local school will be represented
by Lester Bill, Thomas Halpin and
Miss NJ. Pray.
Norwich bulletin., 1909-02-15
VALENTINE PARTY
Given by Sodoitas of First Congrega.
tional Church.

The Sodolitas of the First Congrega-
tional church gave a valentine party in
the rooms of the Willimantic Women's
club Saturday evening. The rooms
were prettily decorated and vari-color
ed hearts and novelties added to the
attractiveness of the rooms.
There was a contest in shooting
hearts and Miss Alice Everest and
William Thompson were awarded Ia
vors for being the most dexterous in
the competition. Homer Bradbury re-
ceived j consolation award Miss
Louise Staebner won the contest in
strlnging hearts along line, succeed
ing in putting up 20 hearts in so sec
onds.
Music for dancing was furnished by
Miss Lillian Hibberd. The chaperoneS
were Mrs. Dwight Abel, Miss E. Marian
Hathaway. Miss Olive Hunt and Miss
Elizabeth Forbes. While the cotillon,
the last number, was being danced
each guest was presented valentine.
Refreshments were served.
Among those present were Misses
Hazel Wright, Louisa Staebner, Jessie
Wilmarth, Emeline Church Lucy Buck,
Eveiine Asher. Doris French, Mary
Rose Blanchette. Lille Cheney. Ruth
Nichols. Elsie Lincoln. Alice Everest
Eleanor HilIhouse, Cora Sharpe. Doro-
thy Larrabee, Ruth TAYLOR. Georgia
Brown, Frances Leonard, Laura Young
Marion Ellsworth. Ruth Moulton and
Marion Jordan. Messrs. Homer Brad
bury, Howard Morse. Stanley Melville,
John L. Leonard. Jr., Archie Sharpe,
charles Backus. Fred Backus Stanley
Walden. Edward Garrison, William
Thomson Harold Frost. George
Weatherbee. Caryl Blgelow, Harris
Bigelow. Roland Jordan, Harry Tobin
Guy Richmond. Kenneth Hunt, Everett
Harrington. Homer Harrington. Clifton
Adams. Russell Hunt and Reuben Bow
den.
The committee in charge Of the So
cial included Miss Fveline Asher Miss
Fmeline Church, Miss Dorothy lara
bee and Miss Doris French.
Norwich bulletin., 1909-02-15
Various Items.

Judge Of Probate Merritt Welch Of
Chaplin was a Willimantic visitor Sat
urday.
Miss Addie L. Tilden was a week
end visitor at her home in Morrow
Station.
DR.. Chester Cole Of Brooklyn, n. 7,
was the recent guest Of his parents in
this city
Recent guests at W. A. Whiton's were
Mr.. and Mrs. Arthur Wilton and Mr..
and Mrs. WILLIAM Know OF Brooklyn,
n. Y.
Rev. r. Maplesden Of Suffield. who
has been supplying the pulpit of the
First Baptist church for several
months, has been appointed acting
pastor Of the church until such time
as a settled pastor shall be called.
Rev. Mr.. Maplesden is to be here each
Thursday evening and every Sunday
except in case of an exchange. He
preached both forenoon and evening
yesterday.
Norwich bulletin., 1909-02-15
DANlELSON.
w. c. T.. U. to Hear County President
Funeral of Henry Kithey-Poquo-
noe Ice Man to Take 5000 Tons from
AleAander's Lake.


Miss Annie L. Smith spent Sunday
at her home in South Windham.
Miss Alice L. Abel was at her home
in Stafford Springs over Sunday.
Miss Lillian Wetherall of the Will
mantle Normal school was at her home
in Danielson over Sunday. .
Earl A. Young returned to Bridge
port Sunday, after a visit with Dan
ielson relatives.
Rev. George A. Ferguson Of Putnam
preached at the Advent chapel Sunday
afternoon.
Max Gordon was the guest of rela-
tives in Norwich over Sunday.
Mrs. Lyman Cook and son, Wendell,
Of Mills, Mass, are guests Of local
relatives.
Miss Ruby Wilson Of New London
was the guest Sunday Of Miss Lillian
Wetherall.
Frank Overstreet of Westboro. Mass,
visited Danielson friends over Sunday.
William A. Hoyle of New York is i'll
at the home of relatives in town.
Mrs. Timothy E. Hopkins will enter
tain the Reading Circle this (Monday-
afternoon.
Miss Olive Hammett led the Baptist
Young Peoples union meeting Sunday
evening.
Secretary ]. NJ. Clarke was in charge
Of the Sunday afternoon meeting at
the Y. NJ. c. A.
Sarah Williams Danielson chapter,
d. A. r., is arranging for a Washing
ton party.
New members were received into the
Methodist church Sunday morning.
County President Coming.
Quotations from Miss Frances c.
Wizards writings will be given at a
meeting of the W. c. T. U. to be held
with Mrs. Preston 3. Sibley Tuesday
afternoon. The county president, Mrs,
L. K. Fuller, is expected 10 be present
Military Enrolment Completed.
The military enrolment for the town
of Killingly has been completed by the
selectmen, and the official report will
be made up and forwarded to the state
secretary's office this week.
Many danced at the joint entertain
ment Of the Thirteenth company and
st. James band in the armory Satur-
day evening.
]. L. Brissette of Webster was in
Danielson Sunday, directing a rehears-
al of the French Dramatic club.
Norwich bulletin., 1909-02-15
Wiilimantic, Danielson and Putnam


welded life were rounded out Sunday
by Mr.. and Mrs. Louis Tetreault The
day was not marked by any special
observance, but their home on the
West Side was the scene of happy re-
union Of the members OF the family
resident in Danielson and vicinity. Mr..
and Mrs. Tetreault continue to enjoy
the full possession of their faculties
and are happy in their knowledge of
the health and success Of their large
family. That their diamond wedding
anniversary may be reached was a
hope expressed Sunday by all who
called to extend congratulations.
Norwich bulletin., 1909-02-15
THREE HUMAN FEET
Innocent Cause Of RumOred Murder.

A rumor was going the rounds Sat
urday afternoon that a murder had
been committed in this vicinity and
there was considerable excitement for
a time. Some small children while at
play on the dump in Sodom. at the
lower end Of the city, found three hu-
man feet among the rubbish on the
dump. John Latusek, a resident of
Jackson place. reported the matter to
police headquarters and Captain Rich
mond concluded that the stray pedal
extremities must have come from the
Office of the late DR.. T. Morton Hills;
investigation proved this to be a fact.
The doctors man had taken the feet
to the dump along with other refuse
and rubbish when the doctors Office
was cleaned out after his death
The feet were probably those Of
some persons who were at some time
in a railroad wreck or injured in soma
other manner. The members had been
kept by the doctor in LIQUID solution
instead Of being buried. The feet were
left in pail on the dump until Sun
day afternoon. when the captain gave
orders for their burial
Norwich bulletin., 1909-02-15
watohino Out for Horse Thieves.

Capt Z. H. Richmond of the local
police department received notice
Sunday to be on the lookout for a
couple Of stolen teams taken from
Westerly. r. I. The first was a bay
horse aoout HOO in weight, with
heavy name and tail, having a white
star IN the forehead and white ankle
on the left leg behind. 1t had on a
rubber covered harness and was hitch
ed 10 a Concord buggy, yellow gear
with maroon trimmings, and had a
spoke sawed off on the left hind wheel.
The other was q chunky black bob.
with rubber covered harness, hitched
to a Corning top buggy. One team
was the property Of Armour & Co., the
first, and is said to have been traced
as far as Voluntown.
Norwich bulletin., 1909-02-15

Eugene Hickey was a Norwich Wis
itor Sunday.
willis I. Copeland of Chaplin was in
Willimantic Saturday.
Leander Smith of Newport. r. l., is
the guest Of his father-in- law, James
NJ. Young.
Miss Margaret Hurlihe of New Ha-
ven is the guest of relatives and
friends in town.
Roy Sweet OF New London, formerly
of this city. was the guest of friends
in town over Sunday.
Miss Mae Heating and Miss Julia
Shea spent Sunday in Norwich as the
guests Of the Misses Skelly.
James c. Small Of Springfield, Mass,
formerly OF this city, was the guest of
his family here over Sunday.
Mr.. and Mrs. Charles Webster OF
Taftville spent Sunday with Chief and
Norwich bulletin., 1909-02-15

through this city in years are being
made, Indicating an improvement in
the building trades.
The new city directory about TO be
issued viii show a substantial increase
in the number OF persons listed since
the previous directory was issued.
It is intimated that some other ar
rests may be made soon in connection
with the robbery OF summer residences
at Pomfret.
Several Putnam fishermen enjoyed q
days. outing at Alexnader's lake Sat
urday, securing q good string Of pick
erel
Norwich bulletin., 1909-02-15

Mrs. Wade U. Webster of Maple ave-
nue..
Arthur B. Lincoln, on the city staff
of the Hartford Courant was the
guest OF his parents for a brief stay
Saturday.
Miss Catherine Carey Of Westches-
ter spent Sunday with her parents,
Mr.. and Mrs. John F. Carey, of Pros
peet street.
Mrs. Robert Tarring and children of
West Park street are visiting Mrs.
Earrings mother, Mrs. Otis Dimock.
Of New London.
John A. Keeffe. as president of Di-
vision No. 1, A. o. H, and James F.
Pierce, as county vice. we're in Day.
willie Sunday attending a meeting of
the county board of the Ancient Order
of Hibernians.
Norwich bulletin., 1909-02-15
WiIIimantie Lodge Entsrtalns.

Willinantic lodge, No. 100, American
Benefit society, gave its annual valen-
tine social and dance in A. B. S. hall
Saturday evening. The affair was
largely attended and greatly enjoyed.
Bavors of valentine booklets were
given each lady and each gentleman
received a heart. Music was furnish
ed by the Thread City Cyclers' orches-
ira. Prof. Bennett Of Norwich prompt
ed.
The arrangements for the evening s
festivities were in charge OF the fol-
lowing committee: Calvin C. Parish,
chairman, Robert ]. Warner, George
Hicks, Robert MacKeIl, Loyal Plaisted
George Fay and w. D. Lason.
Norwich bulletin., 1909-02-15
Combined Birthday and Valentine
Party

Janice, the year old daughter of
Mr.. and Mrs. Thomas w. Southwark,
go Pleasant street, celebrated her
birthday Saturday afternoon at her
hpme from 8 to O'clock with a birth
day and valentine party combined.
There was about a score OF little folks
present and they spent the afternoon
pleasantly with games. Refreshments
were served and each little guest was
presented handsome valentine. The
little hostess received large number
Of pretty gifts.
Norwich bulletin., 1909-02-15
Increased Time I'D Silk Mini,

An increase in the schedule Of work
ing hours has recently been made at
the silk mill of the Hammond &
Knowlton company. The. mill is run
ming full time except Saturdays. A new
dyehouse has recently been added to
the plant.
The Kings Daughters win meet with
Mrs. Joseph McKachnie Wednesday
afternoon.
A new steam siren at the mill of the
Hammond & Knowlton company sends
1T sound waves out over a radius OF
ten miles. Its sound is similar to that
of the sidens used on steamboats,
Father Ordered to Pay 81 Per Week.
Alphonse Berthiaume, a baker Of this
city, was in the city court Saturday
morning on a charge of non-support,
brought by his wife. Among other con-
ditiOns that the court imposed was
that Berthiaume agree to take a pledge
to abstain from intoxicating drink.
Two of their children that have been
in the county home will be turned over
to Mrs. Berthiaume and their father
will pay her 81 a week for their sup
port. Berthiaume was allowed one
week to comply with the order OF the
court. The case had been adjourned
from Friday.
Settlements for FIowage Rights.
various parties owning land border
ing the Quinebaug river between the
dam to be constructed above Cotton's
bridge and this city have arranged
settlements with the Danielsonville
Cotton company for fiowage rights.
Decisive Game to Be Played Here.
The game to play off the tie between
Killingly and Windham High schools
for the championship of the Windham
County Interscholastic league will
probably be played in this city.
Personals.
Mr.. and Mrs. p. J. Murray of New
Britain were guests of friends in Put
nam over Sunday.
Robert Cantwell OF Nillville was the
guest Of Putnam friends Saturday.
Spring temperature Saturday after
p On brought out q large number of
| b. sppers.
Henry H. Davenport OF Pomfret has
returned from a visit to Nebraska.
G. w. Holt is recovering from a re-
cent illness.
Miss Mary c. Duval Of Woonsocket
spent Sunday with friends in Put
nam.
Cargill Falls. with its icy embellish-
ments, presents a picture that is at
tracing much attention.
Norwich bulletin., 1909-02-15
VALENTINE TEA
Given for Benefit of Day KimbalI Hos.
pitai.

pitai.
The annual valentine tea gixen for
the benefit of the Day-Kimball hos
pital under the direction of Mrs. Lila
Leach, chairman of the entertainment
committee Of the Woman's board, was
held in Odd Fellows hall Saturday aft
ernOon and evening and was a success
in every detail The day was ideal,
the hall most attractively decorated,
and the ladies from Putnam and vicin-
ity awaited themselves of a social aft
ernOon while generously parOnizing
all the booths.
Mrs J. B. Kent and Miss Mary Whea-
ton had charge Of the tickets and ad-
vertising. Miss Ellen Tracy Of the check
room.
The fancy work booth, gayly dec
GRATED in pink and white. contained
many beautiful articles which were
sold by Mrs. Arthur Atwood of Wau-
regau. Mrs. Elizabeth Mathewson OF
Central Village, Mrs. Thompson and
Mrs. Leach Of Danielson and Mrs. H.
J. Thayer Of Putnam.
The doll booth in charge Of Mrs.
Philip Mathewson of Central Village
and Miss Preston Of Danielson, was
prettily decorated in red and white.
Mrs. Warren Averill and Mrs. Overlook
Of Panfret had charge Of the table Of
cut flowers.
The valentine booth. in charge of
Mrs. William Rafferty,, Miss Maggie
F'lagg and Mrs. Payne was attractive
" decorated in white. with red hearts.
One Of the most artistic booths in
the hall was I'm charge of Mrs. c. F.
Waterman Mrs. r. F. Clarke. Miss
Charlotte Manning Mrs. c. l. Torrey.
Miss Webster. This was beautifully
decorated with japanese apple bios
SONS. Home made candy was for sale.
The ice creane and banana royal booth
resembled a huge iceberg in its canopy
Of snow. This was in charge of Miss
s. Elizabeth Clarke. Mrs. /. o. will
liams, Mrs. Helen Wiley. Miss John
son, Miss Winter and Miss Bessie
Champlin.
Popcorn was sold by Miss Marguer-
tie Mansfield. and peanuts by Mrs.
Ralph Kenyon.
Madam Razorellika Polski Of Venice.
paImist was very busy reading the
future OF many of the young people.
TIL tea room was in charge of Mrs.
F. J. Daniels. Mrs. Chase and Mrs.
Frank Thayer. assisted by Misses Mary
L. Daniels. Grace Chase. Gladys Field
an5 Louise Weatherhead. Tea and
waters were served until o'clock.
The supper. served from $50 to 8
o'clock. was one Of the finest. The
menu follows:
Owster Stew
Corned Beef Ham Tongue
Bread Rolls
Mashed Potatoes Turnips
Pickles Jellies
Doughnuts Cheese
Coffee Tea
Ice Cream Banana Royal
The rnatrons were Mrs. I,awrey, Mrs.
Briggs, Mrs. L. Alton. Mrs. Douty, Mrs,
James Sullivan, Miss Brady and Miss
Ruth White.
Going South.
Ebert c. Kinney leaves this city on
Tuesday for a six weeks trip through
the south, during which he will visit
washington. D. c., Atlanta and New
Orleans, staying in San Antonio, Tex,
for a month.
Good Timber for Ball Team.
Manager BONN of the Putnam team
Of the Eastern Connecticut league is
beginning to get line on his players
for the coming season. Among the
players Of last years team who will be
available are Farley, BONN, Thetreault,
Lizotte, Gagne. Marion and Dumas, a
combination that promises a strong
team.
Various Matters.
Heavier shipments Of lumber from
northern points than have passed
Norwich bulletin., 1909-02-15

Workman Fractures Leg in Two Places
Gregori Po1oni, in the employ of the
H. Wales Lines company on the new
Smith-Wincfeste building at South
Windham, met with a painful accident
Saturday afternoon when he slipped on
an extension ladder that was lying fiat
upon the first floor Of the building and
fell, sustaining two fractures of his left
leg below the knee. The extension Lao
der swerved around in some way so
that Poloni became entangled in its
rungs and threw him to the floor.
A hurry call was sent for the ambU-
lance and the injured man was re-
moved to st. Joseph's hospital, this
city. where shortly after o'clock Drs.
Weldon and O'Neill Of the medical staff
reduced the fractures.
Norwich bulletin., 1909-02-15
PATTISON'S

the home Of delicious confections
When you think Of entertaining think
Of Pattison's Ice Cream and Ices, be-
cause no entertainment is complete
unless you serve Pure Ice Cream. You
will always find Pattison's the most
delicious and wholesome, for all In
gradients are thoroughly tested-thus
insuring absolute purity.
We use only rich. fires Cream In our factory
Just phone us and we can furnish
you with any quantity or flavor you
wish-as well as brick Ice Cream or
fancy moulds.
PAT TISON'S, 736 Main ST.,
sept22d Willinantic. Conn.
Norwich bulletin., 1909-02-15
OBITUARY.
Mrs. Charles 3. Rabooek

Mrs. Esther Doane Babcock. aged 80
died Saturday morning at her home at
Spring Hill. Deceased was the widow
OF Charles 3. Babcock and had lived
in Mansfield for a long time. Death
was primarily due to pneumonia. An
adopted daughter, Mrs. Richard Cur
genven, survives.
Norwich bulletin., 1909-02-15
PUTNAM.
Longer Working Hours at Silk Mill
Delinquent Father Must Support
Family-Valentine Tea for Benefit
Of HospitaI-Personal Mention.

Michael Kitterage was the guest Of
friends in Clinton over Sunday.
Mr.. and Mrs. M. M. Dwyer entertain
ed party of friends Sunday evening.
c. H. Knowlton Of New York was
in Putnam Saturday
Mahlon H. Geissler was a visitor in
Waterbury Saturday.
G. A. Carlson Of marlboro was the
guest of Putnam friends Sunday.
Rev. w. E Writer, D. D., preached
at the Baptist church Sunday.