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Norwich bulletin., 1910-05-24
Good Catches of Fish.
OBITUARY.
Erskine PheIps,/

Late Saturday word was received of the death of Hon. Erscine Phelps at his winter residence in Chicago at midnight Saturday. MT. Phelps was ing on the north road from the bor- ough. He was a lavish entertainer and was one of the wealthiest men of the town He was most successful mer- chant in feathers. The public library building was one of MT. Phelps dona- tionrs to Stonington. The burial wall be in the Stonfngton cemetery, where he owns a lot. MT. Phelps was the son of Charles H. Phelps and Ann R. Hammond of Newport. R. T.. and was born March 31, 1889, at Stonington. Oct. 26 1864, MT. Phelps married Anna F. Wilder and she with his half sister. Miss Phebe Edwards, survives him.
 Chauncey B. AHis. who spent Sunday as the guest of friends here and at Watch Hill, returned to Boston Mon day evening.
 tract for carrying the United States mail from the railroad station 10 the postoff1ce and will commence his du- ties Wednesday morning, May 25.
 Mrs Lucius N. Palmer and daugh- ters, Misses Gertrude and Jean c, Palmer. arrived Saturday for the sum- mer
 Miss Bstella Eldridge is visiting in Norwich.
 Miss May Pendleton of New London is the guest of relatives here.
 Given a Reception.
 Saturday afternoon John F'ranken and Miss Anna Magis were united in marriage by Probate Judge Elias B. Hinckley. After a wedding trip they were given a reception by the Arion Singing society. Many gifts were re- ceived. Mir. and Mrs. Franken will reside in the Bay View district.
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OBITUARY.
James Augustus Smith.

James Augustus Smith died suddenly of asthma Monday night at his home, 98 Bridge street He had lived in this city but a short time. coming here from Worcester. Mass. where he was employed for 21 years as coachman for John H. Goes. MT. Smith was born in England. He was a member of Central lodge. I. O. O. F., of Wor- cester. There survive a widow and three children. a son, Joseph E.. and two twin daughters. Edna and Edith, aged 5, four brothers. Joseph and AL bert of Springfield. Mass. Roland of Randolph, Vt. and Thomas Smith Of Bridgeport; three sisters, Mrs. Louise Barnard of Ware. Mass. Mrs Louis Brown of Natick, Mass, and Miss Sa- rah Smith of Bridgeport.
Norwich bulletin., 1910-05-24
JEWETT CITY
Clerks Win, 20 to 6, in Mondays Game -Conferenoe of Churches in Lisbon Wednesday,.

One of the most Interesting ball games so far this season was played on the local grounds Monday after noon between the Borough Clerks, Ja- cob Wechsler manager, and the Aspi- nook Ioafers, resulting in a score of 20 to in favor of the Clerks. The battery for the Clerks was Jodoin and Paqaette, with Raney and Griffin for the LoaferS. The feature of the game was the batting of the Clerks.
 The Woman's Missionary society of the Congregational church meets at Mrs. H. N. Wheelock's this afternoon.
 pr. and Mrs R. R. Agnew spent Sum- day in New Haven.
 The conference of churches is to be held at Lisbon on Wednesday. Timothy J. DriscoE has had fine luck raising chickens in an incubator which matched 75 out of go eggs. Mrs Thomas G. Haney of Montville was in town Monday
 MT. and Mrs. George Sparks spent Sunday in New London.
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There is more Catarrh in this section put together, and until the last few ySars was supposed to be incura ble For a great many years doctors pro- nounced it a local disease, and pre- scribed local emedies and by constant " failing to cure with local treatment pronounced it incurable. Scie nee has proven icatarrh to be a constitutional disease and therefore requires consti- tutional treatment. Halls Catarrh Cure manufactured by F. J. Cheney & Co., Toledo. Ohio. is the only constitutions cure on the market It is taken inter- naIly in doses from 10 drops to a tea spoonful. It acts directly on the. blood and mucous surfaces of the system. They offer one hundred dollars for any case 1t fails to cure. Send for circu- lars and testimonials.
 Address F. J. CHENEY & CO, Toledo, Ohio.
 Sold by Druggists. 75c.
 Take Halls Family Pills for consti- patton.
Norwich bulletin., 1910-05-24
75,0oe- GALLON TANK
Being Erected to Supply Sprinkler
 System at Quinebuas Mill.

A monster steel tank of 75,000 gall Ions capacity and reaching into the air a distance of about 125 feet, is be- Ing erected within the mill grounds of the Quinebaug company on the West Side. The tank is to contain a supply Of water for the sprinkler system that protects the big plant from damage by fire The frame that supports the tank Is now up its full height and the tank itself is being built into place. The tank and tower. which are located on high ground reach well above the tops of other structures in the south part of the town and make a new landmark in that section.
 Last Call for Taxlists.
 This week will be the last that the assessors of the borough of DanieIson will receive lists of taxable property from persons and corporations liable to pay a borough tax without the penalty of ten per cent. being incurred for non pliance with the law gov erning such matters
Norwich bulletin., 1910-05-24

Philadelphia. leaving there early Sum day morning, and arriving in Hartford Sunday evening, running to this city Monday. The party will leave here on a tour of inspection of various gov- ernment buildings that are being con- structed by MT. Wells in Springfield, Mass as we'll as other cities in the state, Saratoga Springs, N. Y., and seventeen United States postoff1ces in ha
Norwich bulletin., 1910-05-24
Personals.

Prosecuting Agent A. J. Greenslit of Hampton was in town Monday
 Andrew M Grant of Mount Hope was a Wil1ima ntic visitor Monday.
 James Tiarries is on a business trip through western Connecticut and Mas sachusetts.
 Mrs. Ann Carney entertained her son, Peter Carney of New Haven, over Sunday.
 Attorney Huber D. Card of Putnam visited his mother, Mrs. Hannah T. Card Monday.
 Sheriff Preston B. Sfb1ey of Daniel son was a Wfllimantic visitor for a brief stay Monday.
 George Hall of Lewiston avenue left Monday afternoon for several days visit with friends in Worcester.
 Mrs. Kate Warner of New York was a recent guest of relatives in this city. Mrs. Warner was formerly a newspaper woman in this city.
 George A Taylor of this city and George F oIley of North Windhasn were ;n Jewett City Monday attend irg the funeral of their cousin. Mrs. Amy Irons.
 Miss Elizabeth Kinney of West Main street recently entertained her co1is- ins, Mrs. LeRoy Morgan and Miss Charlotte Muzzy of Washington street, Norwich.
 Albert Cook of the U. s. flagship Connecticut, now stationed at New York, has been visiting at his former home with MT. and Mrs. Arnold Pot ter of Main street
 Miss Margery Brick, who has been at the hume of her parents, MT and Mrs. Johu E.. Brick of Windham road, for seS era days, returned to Welles- ley Monday afternoon.
 Bezealeel w. Taft in business at 10 Railroad street, is to move from his present residence at 266 Summit street with his family to Mansfield Center. The Tafts will occupy V. D. Stearns' tenement at the Center as the Stearns family is about to move to this city,
 Daniel F. Sullivan will be graduat- ed from the Baltimore Medical college Thursday or this week Michael +. Sullivan, the well known catcher and brother of the young medical stu dent, leaves for Baltimore. Md. We'd nesday evening to witness the gradu- ating exercises. Dr. Sullivan will come to this city for a visit with bis rela- tives the last of the week
Norwich bulletin., 1910-05-24
HELD IN $500 BONDS.
Frank Potter Drew a Revolver on His Step Daughter-BeIieved to Be De-
 nented.

Sunday morning, while Miss Marion Perkins aged 19, and another Mans field lady were on their way to church at Mansfield Center, accompanied by George Walker, they were held up in the highway by Frank Potter step father of Miss Perkins, and subjected to considerable abusive language. Pot ter drew from a pocket a loaded re- volver and pointed it at Miss Per- held his hand. preventing him from shooting. Alfred Johnson. who chanc- ed to be nearby, hurried to Walkers s assistance and relieved Potter of the revolver. Potter was arrested later by Constable J. H. Bullock of Conant- vile.
 MT. Potter is about 50 years old. He and his wife separated about three weeks ago. Potter going to board with
Norwich bulletin., 1910-05-24
A DEMONSTRATION

Friday and Saturday win show you the many possibilities of this fine stove. and We shall be very glad to have you come in and see.
Norwich bulletin., 1910-05-24
w WEDDING.
Charron- Desorimiers.

George Charron and Lucie Desori- miers, both Of this city, were united in marriage Monday morning at eight o'clock at St. Mary's church by Rev. c. H. Paquette. Victor and Mary Charron were witnesses to the mar riage. MT. and Mrs. Charron will make their home in this city after returning from a short wedding tour.
Norwich bulletin., 1910-05-24
The Memo Relf-Reducing Corset

ts what every woman should wear.
 K-TSPMSDER CORSET made for Enc taN and slender woman, sizes Is re 60, price $2.eo-
 EELF-REDUCING CORSET for Ehor-vFalzted- stout women, sizes 19 10 36. price <3.ee-
 BACK RESTING CORSET for tall Btoux figures. sizes z0 10 36, price E4-eo-
 STF-REDUCING CORSET. for 1zE and medium stout figures, with 3asczags hand1et. sizes % to 3e, price
Norwich bulletin., 1910-05-24
Phase of the MIX War.

Boston, May 23.-One of the phases of the milk war" which began lts fourth week today, was the action of the Boston board of health in voting this noon to summon five local con- tractors into court, on charges or sell- ing milk which contained an excess Of bacteria,
Norwich bulletin., 1910-05-24
dy commenced to remove the ma

already commenced to remove the ma chinery.
 l.. D. Gary is making preparations
 to move to hts new home on Westford avenue. There was a large attendance at the
 dance in Borough hall Saturday even ing. Members of the local council, K. of C., attended the working of the third degree in Springfield Sunday afternoon.
Norwich bulletin., 1910-05-24
Inspected Worle on Federal euiIdina.

Monday officials connected with the construction of the new federal post office were in town and inspected the work so far done on the building. Among the party were Mark P. Wells of Philadelphia, the contra ctor, Joseph $. Stiles of Philadelphia. and Elmer P Strong, Camden. N. J., electrical contractors, and w. T. Braisted, mar ble setter, of New York
 The party came via automobile from
Norwich bulletin., 1910-05-24

Newfoundland. with which the United States has a large and leading trade, exceeding $5.00o,000 a year, is prosperous. Both revenue and sur plus this fiscal year are the largest in her history. namely. $3.25o,000 Cn- iyely.)
Norwich bulletin., 1910-05-24
FUNERAL,
Mrs. Katherine Murray.

Funeral services for Mrs Rather inc Murray were held from St. James church Monday morning at nine o'clock. Rev. Peter Roux was ceie- brant of the high mass of requiem
 The mass was attended by a large number of relatives and friends The bearers were John Burns Augustus Higgins. Richard Whalen Martin Whalen, Patrick Mcbride and John McMahon- Burial was in St. James cemetery. Louis F. Kennedy was in charge of the funeral arrangen eIlts
Norwich bulletin., 1910-05-24
Will of Luoian Bass Probated.

The directors of St. Joseph's hos pitaI. the town of Scotland and all the other beneficiarfes having signed waiv- estate of the late Lucian Bass, the will was admitted to probate Saturday, un- der the agreement previously made. A. J. Bowen who was named as execu- tor, was confirmed as such, and the estate will be distributed in essential 1y the same manner as if MT. Bass had died intestate.
Norwich bulletin., 1910-05-24
Holiday Postoffice Hours.

Postmaster Letters has announced the following postoffice hours for Me morial day: Office open from 6.30 a. m to 12 ln., and from 5.30 p. m. to 2 p. m
 Money order division closed. The city carriers will make one collection and one delivery. Patrons may receive their mail at the office by calling dur ing office hours.
Norwich bulletin., 1910-05-24
STAFFORD SPRINGS
Schools to Unite for Memorial Exer- cises--Worsted Company Moving Machinery.

The high school and grammar school will combine their patriotic Memorial exercises. which will take place in the high school room Friday morning. The exercises in the grades will be held in the afternoon.
 The Stafford Worsted company which sold it's mill property here last week to the Warren Woolen mill, has
Norwich bulletin., 1910-05-24
Clerk Wdllimantic Baptist Church
cottaoe at Iake.R

Clinton Schieldge of Manchester is Wangumbaug, South Coventry. The building will be 14x20 feet, with an ell in the rear for a kitchen. The cottage will be situated north of the Walnut Grove cottage on land of Nell son Aver.
Norwich bulletin., 1910-05-24
Table Padding

FZASNE.ETTE TABLE PAD DING. 64 inches wide, at 75c yard.
 ASTORTA KNITTING TABLE PAD DING, 50 inches zszde, at TSo yard
 GEORh KNITTING TABLE FAD ~ co inches wide, at S5c yard.
Norwich bulletin., 1910-05-24
MURRAY'S BOSTON STORE WILLIMANTlc. CONN.
White Lawn. P0pIin and D0tted Swiss.
 Guaranteed Perfect Goods

DOTTED and FIGURED SWISS, P inches. uothinE more charming than EresseS of these fine, airy Swisses or lawn, 2sc and Ssc yard. ; a inch PERSIAN LAWN, soft fin Esh for graduation dresses. at Ssc xznd
 zs erch PERSIAN LAWN, soc yard. [ SC inch LAWN at 125ec to 25c yard.
 s7 inch WHITE POPLN at Sc and ksc ysyd. z7 inch EA-SCY WHITE GOODS at 1ec yard
 30 frcn TAN LINEN for Summer su5t1ns. a6 e5c yard
 ENGLISH LONG CLOTHS, sold in -r3 yard pieces, sA25, $1.5s, s1.s5, $40, E45o e piece
Norwich bulletin., 1910-05-24

The recently proposed plan of organ izing a. board of trade fin Noank has been the chief topic for debate in the village for the past few weeks. While there are many who are in favor of the project there seems to be no one who will father the call for meeting Tor an open discussion.
 Deer on the Streets.
 Early risers on the west side of the town had the interesting sight of a deer on the village streets Monday morning. One of those graceful ani- mals appeared about 6.20 o'clock on the road on the marsh near West View. He was making a rapid approach To- ward the center of the village when he evidently changed his mind, as he stopped short. whirled around, and da shed off toward West View. jumped the wall near the short cut to Pros 'tra cks down to Elm street to the cem- etery which he crossed and then dash ed off into Collins woods.
 Shortage of Flowers Feared.
 There is much concern over the scarcity of flowers for the decoration of the soldiers and sailors graves.
 The local branch of Daughters or America who have volunteered to col- lect flowers and arrange them for the G. A. R., fear that they will be great ly handicapped this year.
 Main Street Gossip.
 Warden B. Potter has returned to New York, after a brief visit with his mother Mrs Augusta Potter.
 The national colors were raised over the state hatchery and the Noank Packing Co.'S offices Monday.
 Mrs. George Ginger returned to GleE
Norwich bulletin., 1910-05-24
Commander Julius A. Pratt Post, No
 143, Dept. Ill.,, c. A. R.

MT. Isaac Cook, commander of above post Kewanee, H., writes: For a long time I was bothered with backache and pains across my kidneys. About two months ago I started taking FoIey's Kidney Pills and soon saw they were doing just as claimed. I kept on taking them and now I am free from back ache, and the painful bladder misery is all gone. I like F'oley's Kidney Pills so well that I have told many of my friends and comrades about them and shall recommend them at every oppor- tunity." The Lee & Osgood Co.
Norwich bulletin., 1910-05-24
WILLIMANTiC
Wbat Is Goino on Tonioht

What Is Going On Tonight. New London vs. Willimantdc al Wlndham Field this afternoon. Wilhmandc Lodge, No. II, A. o. U. w WilHmantie Lodge, No. 126, A. B. S Knights of the Afaccabees. Thread City Tent No. 23.
 Olive Branch Council. No 10, R. and S. M
 Vaudeville and Moving Pictures at the Opera House.
 Moving Pictures at the BijoE and Scenic Temple.
Norwich bulletin., 1910-05-24
Mems Spring Hose

fB all fhe latest colors and shades.
 The WUNDERHOSE fin co1ors and Ezncy stripes, four pair in Q box, at E1e0 box
 MERS WIZARD HALF HOSE, er1atn or colorsds six pairs Sn a box, For f5c-
 .rETS COTTON HALF HOSE. col red, rco pair.
 AEEfFS COAlBED EGYPTIAN, two ply. sp6csd heels and toes, at 1212c patr. for z5c-
 MEMS SPRING and SUMMER UNDERWEAR in bafbriggan, long or short sleeves and knee drawers, from Sec rp sIo0-
 A full line of MEMS NECKWEAR R sn very <zzcy c01ors or striped. fancy EtT<pes on sold grounds, from 25c, soc and S5c each
Norwich bulletin., 1910-05-24

Thomas Quinn, an overseer at the Morse mill, is suffering with an att tack of blood poisoning in the arrn
 Frank L.. Fenway of Dorchester was in Putnam Monday
 A. w. Macdonald was in Boston Sat-
Norwich bulletin., 1910-05-24
Providence Man Against Mclean.

Young SharIxey of Providence. R. T.. and Frank Mclean of this city are ma tened for six-round boxing exhfbf- ton here Wednesday night before the Windham Athletic club as the main event.
Norwich bulletin., 1910-05-24

Don't drug the stomach or stimulate
 the heart or kidneys. That is wrong. It is the weak nerves that are crying out for help. Vitalize these weak in side controlling nerves" with Dr. Shops Restorative, and see how quickly good health will come to you
 again. Test it and see! Sold by Lee & Osgood.
Norwich bulletin., 1910-05-24
Much Add About Battered eiexcIe

Police court session Monday morn ing was much longer than usual, all because safety bicycle was stolen saturday evening while the owner was playing for a Polish dance down in Sodom, in connection with a. chris tening at 4S Lafayette street. Alex Nowyeski was charged with the lar ceny Of the wheel from Theodore Jer- ozin- Attorney Kelley appeared for the accused. Peter Gilbert told of seeing him with a bicycle at the con- ciuslon Of the festivities. but he ad- mntted he did not know who the own CT Of the wheel was.
 Captain Richmond stated that he mad been approached by Jerozin Sun day afternoon with a complaint that ms bicycle had been stolen Saturday ggpenlng g on Lafayette street and that Feter Gilbert knew all about it. Cap tam Richmond talked with Gilbert and then went to the Sparrow farm on the road between Windham Center ana North Windham and found the bicycle there where the accused was employed. Accused told Captain Richmond that he had bought the wheel Saturday night for $15 and when presented in court Monday morning pointed out Gilbert as the man from whom he purchased it. MT. Sparrow said that the fellow had worked for him about two months ana he believed him to be honest as far as he knew. NoNveski having told him. that he had paid $15 for the wheel in Wiliimantic Saturday evening.
 At the courts suggestion the case against Nowveski was nolled and inn 1nediately at the close of the session Captain Richomnd placed Gilbert un- der arrest, charging him with the lar ceny of the wheel. Court placed Gil- bert under $100 bonds and he fur nished cash bond from wad of his own money. The case will be tried Friday morning. The bicycle, which now has a broken rim and badly twist ed spokes in the front wheel. is repos- ing aga1nst the wall in the office of the police Station.
Norwich bulletin., 1910-05-24

THE BEST ICE CREAM is what sell, wholesale and retail at the Corner Store. Wm. Johnstone.
Norwich bulletin., 1910-05-24

a Family in the village, while Mrs. Potter and her children continued to i've at home. Family differences are thought to be at the bottom of Sun days trouble.
 Potter was arraigned Monday morn ing before Justice of the Peace George H. Allen of Natchaug Lake, on the cHarge of assault with intent to kill and with carrying concealed weapons. Potter stated that he had no recollec- tlon of what had occurred Sunday as he was Intoxicated at the time
 Witnesses for the state testified that he was not drunk, although he might have been drinking. The accused re- fused to plead and Justice Allen en- tered plea of not guilty for him. Attorney George E. Hinman of this city acted as prosecuting attorney. Attorney w. A. King was present in the interests of Miss Perkins Potter was not represented by counsel
 The court found probable cause and bound him over to the superior court in $500 bonds. An effort is being made to raise the bonds so that the man may be kept out of jail. It is inti- mated that proceedings may be insti- tuted, if the states attorney of Tol- land county approves, to determine whether the man is insane. People have expressed the opinion for some time that Potter|7was not in his right mind, ana Tor several weeks he has been re- ported as acting queerIy.
Norwich bulletin., 1910-05-24
STONINGTON.
Campaign Against Gypsy Moth Con- tinues-Death of Erskine Phelps IT. Wilcox Awarded Mail Contract.

Postmaster Moves. accompanied by c. c. Potter, is spending this week in Washington, D. c.
 c. c. Royce of Boston is the guest of friends here.
 Captain Seeley of Providence was welcomed by friends here Monday.
 The trees are having their annual dress of burlap bands as protection against the gypsy moth. The work was begun Saturday.
 Streets in Good Condition.
 The street commission. J. H. Stivers, tion. Many men have been employed and have gathered up all the loose rubbish and carted away all the ac- cumulation in the streets. The rubbish cans put out by the Village Improve ment society are kept well filled with rubbish and papers,.
 Miss Mary J. Brown of New Britain is the guest of C. B. and Miss Elizabeth States.
 Peter Thissen and family have moved to Mystic.
 Good Catches of Fish.
 The smack Laura Reed brought in a good catch of fish and many striped bass in the lot Founders weighed heavily and 6 ready market was se cured for them. Cod, haddock and porgies are shipped from here daily. The steamer James M. Clifford on Mon- day had about l25 barrels of scup and a. big load Of mixed fish.
 On Saturday evening the Cherokee club gave q most enjoyable dance and supper to their lady friends in U. o. G. c. hall.
Norwich bulletin., 1910-05-24

zUEHE ss no advertlsing medium h Raafarn Ccnne zrfcut equal to ~he Bu1> Inftn fer huffman reAulEk
Norwich bulletin., 1910-05-24

Now some one has advanced the the ory that people born in the spring are more healthy than those born in the fall. Still it is a theory that Is going to be rather difficult to prove.
Norwich bulletin., 1910-05-24
Where to Trade in JGWGtt City
SPRING MILLrNERY.

SPRING MILLINERY.
 We cordially invite the ladies to in- spect our display of Spring Model Hats and Millinery Novelties. Buyers are assured satisfaction and profitable re- suits. L. A. Roy. Jewett City, ct
Norwich bulletin., 1910-05-24
PUTNAM

Cases All Settled Out of court-CoaI Dealers Submit Bids for Public School Supply - Sewer Building to Be Decided at City Meeting.
Norwich bulletin., 1910-05-24
Fire Was Accidental.

Capt. E. H. Richmond of the police and Chief Wade U. Webster. after making a careful investigation of the fire at the Sadd property last Friday morning, have decided that the fire was purely an accidental one-no cause being known for it's origin. Chlef Webster will so report to the state police when the various fnsur- ance adjustments are completed.
Norwich bulletin., 1910-05-24

ASK TO sEE THE Souvenir China plates that we are giving with one They are beauties. c. J. BLANCHARD. Jewett City.
Norwich bulletin., 1910-05-24
MILE. BEAuREGARD

has the latest styles in millinery Att tend her opening on March 24. 25 and 26.
Norwich bulletin., 1910-05-24
N0ANK

Deer stroIIs Through Street-Meno- rial Day Supply of Flowers May Fall Short-Artist Ranger at Summer Eonna
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The New Perfe ctiOn Oil COOk-StOVe

Here is the stove that will do any thing that any stove can do cooking. baking, washing and ironing.
 The use of this stove means com mfort- it means a cool kitchen. lighter work, saves strength and health and makes it possible to enjoy the summer weather. There's no smoke, no dust. no odor- the heat is applied directly and not wasted A turn and the flames is out.
 The New Perfection Stove has a Cab inet Top with shelf for keeping plates and food hot. It has long blue enameled chimneys, hand some nicllle finish and is attrac- tive in every. way.