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New-York tribune., 1909-02-17
PHILADELPHIA GIRL A COUNTESS
Miss Elizabeth L. Cochran Welded to Georges
Girnnx de Termon.

PbfIadeIphia Feb 1S-One Of the 1nlel -
marriages of the present social season tooA -.
+o-la, when Miss Elizabeth Lston Cochran, ol -
CITY vas married to Count Georges GirouN o7 = :.
r,on If France The ceremony was peILoIN.
The home OF the brides father Geors9 ,,s
wealthy retired broker, by MonSisnoF 49,
Kieran OF ST. Patrick's Roman cannon. - rs0-
+bts cfty- The bride vas attended by Mss - -
IL co.hrsr cousin The NisCount de breSS'
Of France attended the bridegroom as pes. % -,
George Brooke jr and Robert Kelso taSS'.s
the ushers Only few intimate trlehds -, :,
the wedding The count and countess WI W., .t.ir
a few days for France, where they VIZ ,s.t.- ot
nome in the counts chateau in the ui
T.,ire-et- Cher near Orleans ,..4 +h.
Late this afternoon Mayor Reyourh -tszs
Cochran, residence and performed q ciVi -' ua. q,
the laws of France requiring such A oe'V'
or5er 70 make II legal in that country
William, Porter Of the brokerage nrti % -.
T,-ons &. Co of Exchange Place. and tne w.
~ Charles T. Falliwell. who was nrst VICE =, .
dant and one of the largest stockholders g .u'
American Tobacco Company. were marrieu 49,
DIV afternoon at the Plaza Mr. HaliweH dieo -
the Holland House two years ago. leaving forums
estimated at $4,000. 600 to his wife MIS- FoI'71
a a daughter OF Matthias NJ Cole Mt ana MIS-
porter will sail to-day for Europe on the Lusr
+anfa snd or their return here in June VIII maNs
their home 1T the PiaZs.
New-York tribune., 1909-02-17
Indec to advertisements.
:sesp7lork DAILY Gribnnrs

WEDNESDAY. FEBRUARY IL, 1909.
New-York tribune., 1909-02-17

''Told you So" The Mauretania, having no
other records TO beat. is now beating her own
Norwich bulletin., 1909-12-17
WEDDING INVITATIONS
 RECALLED.
Marriage of Madeline c. Swift and Harry D. storer Not to Take Place Saturday.

Announcement is made by Rear Ad- miral William Swift. U. s. N, of the Charlestown navy yard, of the post ponement of the marriage of his daughter, Madeline Gray Swift, and Harry Duer Storer of Atlanta. Ga, which was set for Saturday of this week, December IS. Admiral Swift, in recalling the hundreds of invita- tions. including a number here. sent out for the event. which was to have been on a large scale at his residence in the Charlestown yard, states that his daughter is i'll. having become sud- denly so on Tuesday. She is under the care of a physician. and is said to be suffering from an attack of extreme nervousness. MT. Storer, who is on his way from the south to Boston, was notified while en route of the sudden change in the plans. Bishop Lawrence was to have officiated, assisted by the chaplain of the Charlestown navy yard, Rev. Arthur V. Stone. All the plans for the wedding have been cancelled, because, while the wedding may take place soon, 1t will not be celebrated at Charlestown. Admiral Swift will give up his duties as commandant of the navy yard on Monday. December -27. and will go Washington, where he will become an aide to Secretary of the Navy Meyer.
Norwich bulletin., 1909-12-17
Marvellous Prescription For All Stomach Distress Sold
 by The Lee & 0sgood Co.

Rejoice and be glad ye army of nervous wrecks and dyspeptics
 No more will you need to exclaim in that hopeless tone "Oh my poor old stomach"
 For The Lee & Osgood Co. has a prescription that turns old stomachs into new ones and sour stomachs into sweet ones in d week
 There's happy days ahead for you and for your poor old fiabby tired out stomach if you just won't be obstinate. Go to The Lee & Osgood Co., today, lay down 90 cents and say I want a box of Mi-o-na tablets. They are made from the most successful pre- scription for indigestion, catarrh of the stomach and all stomach distress the medical profession has ever known
 And just take one or two tablets with or after meals for a few days and then if you don't agree with us that Mi-o-na is a marvellous prescrip- tfon tell The Lee & Osgood Co and he will give you your money back We'll leave 1t to your sense of fairness whether that's a square deal or not
 Mi-o-na tablets instantly relieve belching, heaviness, pain in stomach, heartburn. sour stomach. foul breath, and coated tongue. Give them a trial and chuckle with pleasure. Mi-o-na is sold by leading druggists everywhere. Test samples free from Booths Mf-o- na, Buffalo, N. Y.
Norwich bulletin., 1909-12-17
TAFTVILLE
Ladies' Benevolent Society Holds De- eember Meeting at Congregations church-AnnuaI Election of Lafay- cite Club.

The Ladies' Benevolent society had a most interesting meeting Wednes- day afternoon in the parlors of the Taftville Congregational church, twen- ty-five of the members being present at the regular monthly gathering. The president, Mrs. John Eccles. opened the meeting and after singing and prayer. the minutes of the November meeting were read by the secretary, Miss Anna May Beardow. It was vot- ed to remember the sick in the village with flowers and fruit, at Christmas. as was pleasantly done in a number of cases at Thanksgiving. The ladies then devoted their attention to sew ing. and four comfortables were fn- ished and are to be presented to the United Workers. Other comfortables will be made at following meetings.
 The afternoon closed with a social hour, refreshments being served by Mrs. William Sanderson.s Mrs. James Graham and Mrs. William Bailey.
 There were general words of regret expressed by the members at the loss of Mrs. Frank Hampson, who, with her husband, has moved this month to Moosup. Mrs. Hampson was ac- lively interested in the work of the society and church. for many years. She was chairman of the board of managers of the Benevolent society and to take -her place Mrs. William Brierly was elected.
Norwich bulletin., 1909-12-17
HALLE CLUB PACKS
 CHRISTMAS PRESENTS.
Will Be Sent Out to the Poor Children
 of the City.

Members of the Halle club had one of the jolliest. evenings of their series of weekly social nights when they met in the hall in their building on Thurs day evening to bring the Christmas gifts and pack the boxes which they are to send out for the poor children of the city. Three enormous boxes were packed to their capacity with the greatest variety of things to gladden. the hearts of the children. each box bulging rocking horses at the top. Every member present brought a gift and helped in the packing, Miss Mary Richards packing the box for the United Workers, Miss Lida Galley the one for St. Mary's parish and Mrs. K. Stanley Lawler the one for St. Pat rick's parish.
 Local merchants who had contributed at the invitation of the club members were Mrs. E. Fay. toys; books by Cranston & Co. and by George A. Davis; games and toys by the Boston store and by the Porteous & Mitchell Co.,; thirty pounds of, candy by Peter son & Tyler. five pounds by J.. c. Per- llins, five pounds by Maneatty and ten pounds bv the Porteous & Mitchell Co. After the packing was over, danc- ing and singing was enjoyed.
Norwich bulletin., 1909-12-17
Window Decorations Burned.

A pretty little decorative scheme snowhouse, evergreen trees, Christmas bells and all, went up in blaze of glory in the front window of the store of Jeremiah O'Brien at the corner of Sixth and North Main streets Thurs day afternoon at o'clock. Only the timely work of MT. O'Brien, who hap pened to be in the store at the time and the assistance rendered by Will liam J. Delaney, stoker of Engine com pany No. 2, prevented serious results The spectators at the near-fire saw MT. O'Brien whip off his coat and smother the rising flames, while MT Delaney's experience in fire fighting also counted The only damage done, outside of the destruction of the dec orations, was crack in the window. The fire was started by the accidental striking of a match.
Norwich bulletin., 1909-12-17
AT BRcADWA YTHEATER
Sousa's Band.


 The appearance of Sousa's band Is always welcomed in Norwich. but no more delightful concert has been given by that crack organization than was the one on Thursday evening. which was thoroughly enjoyed by good sized audience.
 An encore was demanded to nearly every number and generous response was made, the encores inevitably be- ing marches of the well known leader. which made an instant hit with the large gathering of music lovers. The leadership of John Philip Sousa has resulted In wonderful band, playing in perfect harmony and as correctly as possible.
 As encores to the regular programme there were given Fl Capitan, The Di- plomat. The Fairest of the Fair Stars and. the Glory of the Yankee Navy was repeated, so enthusiastic was the encore.
 Four soloists of :are ability aided fin the programme, Herbert l.. Clarke, a cornetist of wide fame, was heard with distinct pleasure in Showers of Gold, and an encore was required, while the Misses Hoyt in Come to Ar cadie, pleased immensely. and as en- cores sang Contes D'Hoffman and Merry Husband.
 The violinist, Miss Florence Harde- man, made marked impression by her masterful handling of the instru- ment and her rendition of The Romeo and Juliet Fantasie was so beautifully done that there was an insistent de- mand for more and she responded with To Wild Rose, and closed by a fine execution of the difficult Hungarian Dance.
 The Glory of the Yankee Navy, one of Sousa's new pieces, wone instant favor. while the Bacchanalian suite. People Who Live in Glass Houses. was
Norwich bulletin., 1909-12-17
wATEREp MILK WAS
 SOLD IN NORWICH.
John |. Ross of 6ozrah Pleaded Guilty to Act and Paid Fine and Costs State Discussion on Milk

Before Justice Asa Miller in Bozrah on Thursday sfterroen John l. Ross was presented by Deputy Dairy Com missioner Tyler Cruttenden. charged with selling watered milk. The speci- mems of milk had been secured from another nlilkman to whom Mir. Ross sold his watered milk. and were secur- pell. MT. Ross pleaded guilty and was fined $5 and costs, amounting to $10.5S, which he paid.
 There was a special meeting of the state board of health Wednesday even ing at Hartford, at which Commission CT of Domestic Animals Heman o. Av- erill, Dairy Commissioner Hubert F. Potter and Deputy Dairy Commissioner Tyler Cruttenden were present for con- ference with the board on the question of cooperation in safeguarding the milk supply. Prof. H. w. Conn of WeS- leyan university, who has charge of the state board of health laboratory at Middletown, was also present, and the gathering was an experience meeting. in which those whc attended told of the need of united action in securing to the consumers of milk as pure an article as possible, discussed the diffi- cultieS which were met and possible solutions of the problems involved,
 The outcome was the appointment of a committee consisting of the pres ident of the health board, Dr. F.. K. Root of Hartford; it's secretary, Dr. J. H. Townsend of New Haven; Commis- sioners Potter and Averill, and Pro- lessor Conn to confer with the execu- tive committee of the county health ocers and outline a plan for the consideration of the subject at the meeting of the county and town health officers, which will be held in January or February.
Norwich bulletin., 1909-12-17
DIED

FIELDS-In this city. Dec 15. Eliza beth, daughter of William and Han nah Fields, of "A Lafayette street, aged 30 years.
 Funeral from the home of her parents, 24 Lafayette street. Saturday morn ing. Dec. IS, at SEQ. Requiem mass at St. Patrick's church at 9 o'clock. HEALEY-In this city. Dec 15. Miss Elizabeth Healey, sister of the late Mrs. Stephen O'Sulhvan Funeral from her late home 37 Fifth street. Saturday morning. at S.30 o'clock. Services in St. Mary's church at 9 o'clock.
 ROGERs-In Salem. Dec. 15. 1909. Evelyn M. DeWolf, beloved wife of J. Frank Rogers. aged AS years. Funeral from her late residence, Salem street Friday morning. Dec. 17, at II o'clock. Burial in LeffngwelL SOUTER-In this city Dec 16, 1909, Edwin w Souter, Jr.. aged .19 years. Funeral from his late home, 34 Summer street, Sunday afternoon, Dec. 19, at o'clock.
Norwich bulletin., 1909-12-17
Back from California.

Thomas Fields. back from a five months trip to California and the land of golden opportunity, is regaling his friends with his experiences. That is, those friends who are able to recognize him, for MT. Fields has returned with so much added weight that many take him for new man. From his account of conditions in California there are many out of work, and customers are exceedingly liable to find themselves stranded. MT. Fields found enough to keep himself busy, however, in the various places he visited, and he fully enjoyed himself The temperature was lower there than for 32 years when he left for home, MT. Fields says, and he saw fruit growers thawing out their orange trees with small portable stoves. The orange crop, which is soon to be harvested, will be smaller this year than last.
Norwich bulletin., 1909-12-17
NoN-s SUPPORT CASE.
In the City Court J. L. Kelley Was Placed on Probation Until January list, and Will Pay Wife $4 a Week.

On Thursday morning in the city court the case of non-support against Joseph l.. Kelley was heard. Mrs. Kel- ley claimed that her husband beat her and stayed away from the house much of the time and that there Is another woman in the case who has caused all the trouble. Sre claims that she had about s200 when they were married. which she put into his livery business, and 1t was her money which helped him.
 Mr.. Kelley claimed all the trouble resulted. from his sister -in-law com- ing here from Waterbury. He agreed to pay his wife s4 a week if she re- mained in this city, but not if she went to Waterbury. He was put on proba- ton until Jan. 1st.
 The case against woman who was arrested upon the charge of her hus- band that she beat him was nolled.
 For the theft of cutlery from the almshouse, where he has been staying. John Carroll was presented and sent to jaii for thirty days.
Norwich bulletin., 1909-12-17
VERDICT WILL BE SET
 ASIDE IN HOWE SUIT.
Unless All But $1,ooo of the 5000 Verdict is Reunited in One Week. Commission Sustained in MontvilIe Case

On Thursday Judge Reed handed down two decisions of much impor- tance- The first concerned the motion to set aside the verdict in the case of Howie. admx., vs. the New England Navigation company, in which a yer dict for 5000 was given last week for the death of an employe named Swan ton. Judge Reed in his decision states that he will set aside the verdict un- less all but s1,0Q0 of the verdict Is re- mitted in one week.
 In the remonstrance of the town of Montville vs. the Alpha Mills company Judge Reed overrules the motion for a new hearing on damages and sustains the finding of the commission-C. C.. Beckwith of New London. A. A. Beck with and Ebenezer Allen of this city who awarded the mill company S1. 1.00O for damages sustained by the town raising the road in front of the mill property.
Norwich bulletin., 1909-12-17
DR. LEWIS WINS
 WEST SIDE CHAMPIONSHIP
First Series of Games of PinochIe Club
 CompIeted-Another Next Year.

The tournament of the West Side Pinochle club was brought to a suc- eessful close Thursday evening, Dr. N. B. Lewis being the winner with a score over 1000 points ahead of s. H. Reeves. R. B. Dibble came in third and H. H. Pettis fourth. Twelve meet .ings have been held and all have prov en enjoyable. Play in another series will be resumed the first week in Jan- uary. The scores:
 Dibble 97,510: Pettis 97,320; Tetreault 96,2SO: O'Neil s5,955; Rawson 95.e55: J. Jordan 95,75O; Cobb 95,465; Peck ham 95,395; Bailey 94,915; A. Jordan 94,S40.
 R. B. Dibble presented the mem bers with handsome calendars for 1910 at the meeting, and the gifts were appreciated by his fellow members. 1,
Norwich bulletin., 1909-12-17
MORE PRIZES COME HERE. Black Orpingtons of Tyler Cruttenden Get Many Specials as We'll as Reg ular Awards.

At the seventh annual exhibit of the Middlesex county Poultry, Pigeon and Pet Stock association, held at Mid dIetown, December 14-17, Tyler Crut- tenden won on single comb black orp- first and second bullets. first and sec ond hens and first pen, also specials for best cockerel and two bullets. spe- cial for best cockerel, special for best bullets. and four American orpington club ribbons for best cockerel, hen bullet and pen: altogether there were S5 orpingtons on exhibition.
Norwich bulletin., 1909-12-17
Rev. c. H. Rickstts Named.

As 8 successor to Rev. Dr. Lester l.. West as chairman of the union evangelistic campaign, which office he held throughout the special meetings and to which he was appointed for the services being held weekly, Rev. C. H. Ricketts of the Greeneville Congre- Eataonal church has been named.
Norwich bulletin., 1909-12-17
Mems League Has Debate at Third Baptist Chureh-Fire Destroys Holiday Decorations-Other Meneion

DecordtlonS-Otner Menelon.
 The Mems league of the Third Bap- tist church opened their season We'd nesday evening with debate, which was heard with pleasure by large number, as the meeting was an open one. The subject was: Resolved, That the right of suffrage be given to wom- en, and sts Jhg points were made in the argumep.s, which were presented for the affirmative by George A. Howard and Steven E. Peckham, and for the negative by Rev. J. R. Very and Her bert H. Baldwin. Percy Dawes acted as chairman. The judges were Amos A. Baldwin (chairman), William P. Greene and Robert Sherman, and after some thought a decision was handed down in favor of the negative.
 Following the debate a piano duet was finely given by Mrs. William Lund and Mrs. George Howard, and George Burrows played graphophone selec- tionS. The evening was rounded out by the serving of refreshments.
Norwich bulletin., 1909-12-17
Lafayette Club Elects Officers.

The members of the Lafayette club met in their rooms in the basement of the Ponemah boarding house Wednes- day evening and held their annual meeting. The officers chosen were as follows: President, Lionel Martin:
Norwich bulletin., 1909-12-17
Jewelry Gifts.

THAT REFLECT CREDIT ON THn elvER AND WILL DELIGHT THE RECIPIENT. ALL THE LATEST FANclEs.
 Mems Scarf Pins-25c to ti.O0. Mems Shirt studs-25c and soc a set Mems Link Buttons-25c to sf.0o. Women's Rings-25c to s2.Oo. women's Brooehes-1Oe to s2.oo. Hat Pins-5c to s1.0O. Bracelets-29c to $i.OO. women's Cuff Pins-1Oc to s1.OO. women's Belt Buckles-25c to $500 German Silver Purses-5Oc to $3.0o. Fancy Side and Back combs-25c ts
 s5.O0 Novelty Brooches-50c to 5000. Necklaces-S4.5O to $10.00. Collar and Veil Pins--75c to s2.25.
Norwich bulletin., 1909-12-17
Norwich. Friday, Doc. Y, 1909.
The Bulletin should be delivered
THE WEATHER.
FOrecast For To-day.

For New England: Fair in south, local snows in north portion Friday. winds becoming east and possibly brisk.
 Predictions from the New York Her aid: On Friday fair weather and light northwesterly winds will prevail with lower temperature, followed by cloud mess in the lake region; and on Sat urday fair to partly overcast weather. with slight temperature changes. fol- lowed by snow in the lake region and northern New England.
 Comparisons.
 Predictions for Thursday: Fair, moderate west winds.
 Thursdays weather: As predicted.
Norwich bulletin., 1909-12-17
NORWICH TOWN
Twenty two Attend Meeting at Plain Hill-LocaI Relatives Attend Funeral of Miss Vera Smith.

Twenty-two were present at the meeting held with Mrs. Sarah Brown ing of Plain Hill on Wednesday even- ing. Rev. MT. Greer and a number from the Epworth league of the Meth odist Episcopal church were present, and Rev. Mir. Ewing and six others from the First Congregational church. It was a very interesting meeting with short addresses, prayers and singing from the Alexander, book of songs.
Norwich bulletin., 1909-12-17
Umbrellas
FOR GIFT PURPOSES.

 MEMS - WoMEN'S - cHlLpREN6 More than 1000 Umbrellas to choose from. CHILDREN'S School Umbrellas. sixe 24-inch, good. serviceable Um- brellas--at soc and 9Sc. WOMEN'S Umbrellas in a variety cf styles. newest designs in handles at 9Sc. sl50, s2.00 and up to $500. MEMS Umbrellas, a splendid showing comprising the latest Ideas in handles-at 9sc. $l.50. s2.00 and up to $500. During the hoIidays InitiaIs will he engraved free on all Umbrellas bouaht here.
Norwich bulletin., 1909-12-17
MARRIED.

N-THOMPsON-In New Lon don, Dec. 15. 1909. by Rev. J. P. BroWn' ,George A. Brown ana MISS New London.
Norwich bulletin., 1909-12-17

vice president. Joseph Desautels: re- cording secretary, Charles Monty: financial secretary, Arsine BesSette; corresponding secretary, Saul Ger main; treasurer, Alpherie Tetrault: janitor. Athanasse Lavigne: board of directors, Joseph Tellier. Joseph Ron deau, Noise Petells and Arthur Bous- quet.
 The reports for the year show the club in good shape, with 103 members, a gain of 23 during the year.
 Mrs. Lydia Hicks is seriously i'll at the home of her parents, Mir. and Mrs. William Hicks on Providence atreat
Norwich bulletin., 1909-12-17
BORN.

JENNEY-In New York city. Dec. IA 1909. a daughter to Lucian and Lillian Chase Jenney. the latter formerly of Dayville, Conn.
Norwich bulletin., 1909-12-17
Personals.

John Carroll of South Manchester is visiting friends in town this week.
Norwich bulletin., 1909-12-17
Sum. Moon una rides.
GREEN EVELLE

Six hours after high water 1t is low tide, which is followed by flood tide.
Norwich bulletin., 1909-12-17

The children of the First church Sunday school met in the chapel at 4 o'clock on Thursday to rehearse for the Christmas entertainment. It has not been decided when the entertainment will be given
Norwich bulletin., 1909-12-17

Fred Chandler. who has been em- ployed in Montville for some time, has returned.
Norwich bulletin., 1909-12-17

thoroughly enjoyed as given by the band. The other numbers were all giv- en with the excellence of Sousa and decidedly enjoyable evening was the result
Norwich bulletin., 1909-12-17

George LePan has just finished build ing 175 rods of stone wall at Belleview farm, on the Taftville road. which is 8 great improvement to the place.
Norwich bulletin., 1909-12-17

Mir and Mrs. George LePan oi Belleview farm served Toast pig din. ner on Sunday to eighteen of their rel. atives and friends.
Norwich bulletin., 1909-12-17

Clarence Smith of Peck's Corner and his sister, Mrs. Gideon Dickenson of Norwich Town. went to Chaplin on Thursday to attend the funeral of their sister. Miss Vera Smith.
Norwich bulletin., 1909-12-17

John Bradley has returned from Rhode Island, where he attended the funeral of relative.
Norwich bulletin., 1909-12-17

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Norwich bulletin., 1909-12-17

Raymond Eldred of Washington street is spending a few days with rel. atives in Middle Haddam.
Norwich bulletin., 1909-12-17
QUALITY

In work should always bs considered. especially when 1t costs no more than the Inferior kind Skilled men are employed by us. Our prices tell the whole storJ
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Norwich bulletin., 1909-12-17

The Town Stret school closes for the Christmas vacation on Dec. 23. There will be Christmas exercises in the in- termediate primary rooms. and in the upper rooms essays and Christmas songs and stories.
Norwich bulletin., 1909-12-17

Mrs. Nancy Vergason has been visit ing her son, Henry Vergason of Hunt ington avenue.
Norwich bulletin., 1909-12-17

Miss Lillie Browning returns to her home. on Plain Hill today (Friday) for the Christmas vacation.
Norwich bulletin., 1909-12-17

Miss Mabel Brown has returned to her home in Franklin, after visiting relatives about town.
Norwich bulletin., 1909-12-17

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Norwich bulletin., 1909-12-17
USEFUL GIFTS

USEFUL GIFTS Ladies Fine Shoes, s2.oO, s2.5O and $500.
 Ladies' Slippers, sl.OO. s1s5 and s1.50.
 Mems Shoe Specials at s2.oO $2.5o. S3.00 and $4.0O.
 Mems Fine Slippers at s1.oO. si.s5. S1.50 and S2.0O.
 Boys slippers. soc. 75e. sl.oO and SIPS.
 Rubbers. Rubber Boots and ArctIcs make useful gifts.
 Store open this evening
 FRANiliA. BILL, Telephone. 1o4 Main Street.
Norwich bulletin., 1909-12-17

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