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Norwich bulletin., 1910-12-29
OBITUARY.
Miss Maud i, Hartman.

At o'clock "Wednesday evening the death of Miss Maud I. Hartman oc- cured at her home, No 3 West Thames street as the result of blood poison. She had been in poor health for the past year. The deceased was born at Deep River, October 6. 1884, the daughter of c. NJ and Lucy A. Parker Hartman. The body will be taken to North Manchester for bur- ial.
 Mrs. Charles E. HuntIey.
 Following long and painful illness of about four years duration, Mrs. Mary L. Muzzy, widow of Charles E. Huntley, passed away Wednesday morning at her home on Church street. She was 46 years of age.
 The deceased was born at the Falls and practically all her life was passed in this city. She was married on Feb ruary 25. 1886, by Rev. w. s. Palm CT, D.D., to, Charles E. Huntley. who died number of years ago. He was well known resident of the West Side. Her father was kiue5 at the Falls several years ago. Mrs. Hunt ley was an honored member Of the Second Congregational church She was a loyal daughter and mother and was kind neighbor and friend. She will be greatly missed by her wide cir cle of friends.
 Mrs. HuntIey is survived by her mother, Mrs. Ruth A Vergason, two sons, Walter E. and Charles w. Hunt ley, daughter. Mrs. George Lambert, and four grandchildren
 Charles Mitchell.
 At the home Of his son. Arthur A. Mitchell, at Norwich Town. Charles Mitchell passed peacefully away at 8 brief illness. Death was due to the infirmities of age.
 The deceased was the son of Thomas and Elizabeth Williams Mitchell and was born in Wareham, Mass July g. 1881; His parents were both born in England. They came to this country in 1928 with their five children and after living in New York for a while located in Warehan. They moved to Norwich in 1845.
 Charles Mitchell was engaged in the iron business and for d long time was part owner and manager of the Thames Iron works at Thamesville of which his brother, the late John Mitchell was chief owner. He was also interested in the iron business in Syracuse N. Y.. but for many years past he has not been actively engaged in any busi- ness.
 MT. Mitchell was one of seven chil- dren, and married early in life. His wife is dead. Surviving are four chl- dren-Arthur 4. Mitchell, with whom the deceased lived. Mrs. .. Percival Bard of Stafford Springs, Mrs. H. E. Mowry of Sterling. and Dr. Frank A Mitchell of Orange. N. J: four grand . children. sister. Mrs. Francis Davis, and brother, William Mitchell of this city.
 MT. Mitchell had a. wide circle of friends He was an interesting talker. was companionaible, and his company was sought by many. He delighted in outdoor sports, and was especially fond
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PerSonals.

George Wizard of Middletown is visiting relatives in this place
 George Woodward of Middletown is visiting with friends in Taftville
 Samuel Kinder has returned to his duties in Boston after spending the holidays with relatives in town.
 Nlr and Mrs. Arthur Kinder have returned to Salem Mass. from a visit with friends and relatives here.
 Frank Hampson has returned to Iris home in St. Johns N. B.. after spend ing a few days with friends here.
 Joseph Gingras of Plain Hill has been visiting at the home of M Gin gras of South A street for a few days
 Joseph Chausse has resigned his po- sition in the Blissville mill and has entered the employ of the Yaring com pany of Fall River.
 Mir and Mrs. I. D. Marlin of Daniel son and Mir. and Mrs. J. Pickering ol Providence were the guests of MT. anG Mrs. J. William Hartman over the holidays.
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TRI kAPPAS GIVE
 DANCE AT MILLER'S,
About Sixty Couple Were in Attend ance ard the Affair Proved a Big Success.

The Fri Kappa fraternity of the Free Academy gave Christmas dance at Millers Wednesday evening which was attended by about sixty couple and a most delightful evening was passed. The hall was beautifully dec orated with yellow and black, the fra- ternitys colors, and the committee re- ceived many compliments upon the at tractive appearance. In the center of the west wall was a huge K in black, while on either side of that were small CT Ks in yellow. Eleven large fans were arranged about the hall and there were many streamers running from the walls to the chandeliers, the effect be- ing very beautiful.
 There were twenty dances on the programme, for which MiIIers orches- tra furnished music of the usual eX- cellent character. There were many present from out of town, the dance being the leader this season. During intermission Davenport of the Waure- gan catered. Those in charge of the affair included Bertram B. Bailey, Lowell R. Stark and F. P. Church and they deserve much credit for their work.
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DIFF D

HAACK--In MontvilIe Fitch Hill Dec. 2S Charles H. Hack. aged 26 years. Funeral from the home of his parents, Mir. and Mrs. Luther Haack, Fitch Hill. on Friday afternoon a t 1 o'clock. Irterment in IeffrgwelI cemetery. MITCHELL--In Norwich Town, Dec. 2S, at the home of his son. Arthur A Mitchell, Charles Mitchell. aged 70 Funeral from the home of his son. Ar thur 4. Mitchell, Canterbury road, ecW3Sn Der $c at o&8 s8d odIock. 5o Burfa in Yantic cemetery.
 HUNTLEY-In Norwich. Dec 2S Mary L., widow Of Charles E. Huntley Notice of funeral hereafter. 5ARTMAN-In this city. Dec 28, Maude Isabelle Hartman, aged 29 years.
 BOoSE-At the New York hospital, New York Dec. 24, 1910. Samuel H. Boose of Groton, aged 57 years. GANDY-In New London, Dec. 26. 1910, Inez L.. daughter of Thomas M and Jennie A. Candy. aged 2s years. wHITE:-At the rssidence Of his Waterford. Conn, Dec. 25, William Henry White of New London. CoNNoRs-In New York. Dec. 27, 1910, Margaret wife of Michael Con- nors, formerly of New London. sEAGRAVE-In New London, Dec. 27, 1910, Jennie A.. wife of William w. Seagrave.
 GRucHlER-In Taftville, Dec. 2s, Mary Rose Gauchier, aged 12 years, months. daughter of MT. and Mrs. Adelard Gauchier.
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Holiday AFterma ati,.

Mrs. R. II. Snow is visiting friends in Willimantic.
 William J. Rooney is suffering from an attack of grip and bronchitis.
 Mrs. George Gallup of Ekonk is vis- iting her daughter Mrs. L. $. Ingalls,.
 The Crochet club met this last week with Miss Ioda Morgan of West Town street.
 Michael shahan of Hartford was at his home on West Town stret for the holidays.
 Frank Hough has returned to New Haven, after a. visit with friends at Peck's Corner.
 Eugene Bayrer returned "Wednesday to Hartford, after few days visit with friends here.
 The Sunday school of the Methodist Episcopal church had their Christmas tree on Monday evening.
 MT. and Mrs. R; G. Rose of New London spent Christmas with Mrs. Roses sister, Mrs. F. J. Winans.
 Thomas Shahan of Newton, N. J., spent Tuesday with his sister. Mrs. John Ryan of Sturtevant street.
 Miss Mary White has returned to her home on Town stret, after spend ing the holidays in Wickford, R. I.
 MT. and Mrs D. E. Herbert and son, Francis, of Hartford, spent Christmas with Mrs. Herberts parents here. Mrs. George Beebe of the Scotland road had as a guest on Christmas day Miss Mildred Smith of Willimantic.
 Mir and Mrs. Chauncey A. Fuller of Vergason avenue visited their son, A.
 Morgan Fuller of Preston City, Tues day.
 Mrs. Daniel c. Brown has returned to Mystic, after weeks visit with her son. Roswell J. P. Brown of West Town street.
 MT and Mrs. F. A Allyn and family of Tanner street spent Christmas in l Fitchville, guests of MT. and Mrs. Tim othy Leary.
 Mrs. Henry Morgan and daughter Miss Ida Morgan, spent Christina S with MT. and Mrs. Edward Kent of Trading Cove.
 James winans Of Hartford, a for mer resident of Norwich, has ben wis iting his son. Frank J. Winans of Ot- robando avenue.
 MT and Mrs. William Campbell and son. Roland, of Boston, are spending the week with Miss Hattie Hunter of Otrobando avenue. Mir, and Mrs. Albert Woodward and daughters, Misses Irene and Lucy Woodward, spent Christmas in Mystic with Mrs. Phillips. Mrs. Russell and three children ot Baltic are spending a week with Mrs RusselPs mother. Mrs, Joseph Brown of West Town street. Mir. and Mrs. Benjamin Whitehead and two children of Huntington ave
 nue have been visiting Mir. White heads sister in Bridgeport. Ernest Champlin of Syracuse, N. Y, who is spending his vacation in Nor witch, was the guest on Sunday of Will 1 liam Sandberg of Canterbury turnpike Miss Edith Huntington and hel brother, Clarke Huntington, have re- l turned to Brooklyn, N. Y, after spend ing the Christmas vacation at thei. home on East Town street. MT. and Mrs George Clarke Of Will Iirnantic and Mrs. Alice Kingsley o Springfield. Mass, spent Sunday witt Mr and Mrs. s. A. Beebe at theil l home on the Canterbury turnpike. Misses Annie and Ruth Cowey p Bridgeport are spending the vacation with their grandmother, Mrs. Henry Princely. Edward CoWey has return ed to Bridgeport after g, visit here.
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PATIENT ESCAPED FROM
 NORWICH STATE HOSPITAL
Harry Chamberlain of New Haven Was Working in the kitchen--is Not in Bad Shape and Was Allowed ouch Freedom.

About o'clock Wednesday evening, Harry Chamberlain, aged 5I. patient at the Norwich State hospital made his escape and is among the missing He is the third who has taken French leave recently and only one has beer retaken. Ht is not dangerous in any way and his condition was such that he was allowed much liberty and was employed in the kitchen. He secured an overcoat, somehow. and when the opportunity presented he made his de- parture and the authorities have been notified to be on the lookout for him He was sent here about a year ago from New Haven. He is feet l.. inches tall. weighs 154 pounds. is darl, with large lips. smooth face; black overcoat, cap, brown coat and vest and black trousers.
Norwich bulletin., 1910-12-29
IS. Howard Mead Reflected President
Annual Meeting of the Actual Past Masters Associa- ton Masonic Temple-Whst, Banquet and Organ Recital.

prizes, jewel cases, were taken by Mrs. Arthur M. Brown of Jewett City and Miss Gladys LeF'evre of this city. The whist was arranged and successfully carried out under the direction of Mrs. s. Howard Mead, Mrs. G. Leslie Hop kins and Mrs. George A. Keppler.
 Organ Recital.
 Following the banquet, at which 32 were present all assembled in the blue lodge room, where a deligtful organ recital was given by Frederick M. Lester, who had the assistance of Mrs. Nelson T. Crowell, soprano. The pro- gramme was given with maSterly skill, buth the organ and the vocal numbers. and there was merited applause given the several numbers. MT. Lester by his selections brought out the fine points of the organ, and his handling of the new instrument was in his usual excellent manner. Mrs Croweu was in fine voice and sang with charming ex- pression each of her selections, MT. Lester playing the accompanmentS. The programme follows:
 Pontifical March ........... .Lemmens Andante from Symphony Pathetique,
 TschailSo ski Waltz Song-Delig'ht .Luckstone
 Mrs. Crowell.
 Offertory .......- -....... kJerutt My Sweet Repose ..-...... Schubert
 Mrs. CrOWell.
 o Little Town of Bethlehem. Reynolds Holy Night ................... Buck A Little Thief Stern
 Mrs. CrOWell.
 Largo from New World Symphony.
 Dyorak The Magis Song .....Meyer- Helrnuni
 Mrs. CroWell.
 Adagio and Allegro Nivace, from 2d Sonata .............-... ..GullInant The arrangements for the meeting and the several interesting reatures were made by President S. Howard Mead and were most successfully car ried out the session being the best the association ever held.
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RECEPTION GIVEN TO
 STATE HOSPITAL EMPLOYES
About 100 Were Entertained at the Superintendent's Residence-Christ- mas Tree Greatly Enjoyed.

On Tuesday evening Dr. and Mrs. H. M. Pollock gave a reception at their home to the employees of the Norwich State hospital to the number of about 100. There was an informal social time with singing and music and re- treatments were served It has been Superintendent Pollock's custom each year to invite all the employees to his home and they have always passed a delightful evening.
 There was a Christmas tree for the party. laden with toys and jokes in tended to make the affair a jolly one and these were disposed of at auction. It was a happy idea and proved en- joyable.
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NORWICH TOWN
Many Mourning Friends at Funeral of Mrs. Margaret A. keiiey-christmas Cheer for Sunday School and Choir -Buttercups Picked on Tuesday.

T he funeral of Mrs. Margaret A. Kelley was held from her home, on West Town street, Wednesday at S.3a o'clock, and at o'clock in the Sacred Heart church requiem high mass was celebrated by Rev. c. T. McCann During the mass Miss Mary Murray sang There is a Beautiful Land on High There were many choice flow- CTS. The bearers were Henry r. Sleep CT William H. Nichols and James E. was in St. Marys cemetery. M. " Murphy had charge of the arrange msntS,
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House Party Given by Mr. and Mrs. w. p. Greene-kins's Daughters to Entertain Sunday SchooI-Visitors and Visiting.

On Sunday and Monday MT. and Mrs. William P Greene entertained a number of friends at a house party at their home on Prospect street, and the occasion proved an enjoyable one to all present. The party was composed of several people of this city and Rev. R. F. True of Hudson, Mass, pastor of the Third Baptist church of Greene vile, Miss Mary Clark of Newton, Mass. Mir and Mrs. w. W. Thompson of Poquonoc, MT. and Mrs. A. l.. Steb- bins of Jewett City. and Miss Mar garet Clark and Miss Amy Wheeler of Willimantic
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YANTiC SCHOOL.
Perfect in Attendance During the Fai
 Term.

The Yantic school closed it's fall team Friday for the Christmas vaca- ton. The following is the record of attendance:
 Seaiur department: r. IT. Bushnell teacher Perfect in attendance during the term: Gertrude McGibbon. Not bsent during the term: Louise Souci George Proctor, Archie Simons, Doug las Proctor.
 Primary department, Miss Anna Park teacher. Perfect in attendance during tEe term: Mary F. Bentley Samuel McGiibbon and Albert McGin- bon.
 At the close of the session on Fri day Christmas gifts and wishes were exchanged between teachers and pu- pills.
 The winter term of the school will begin Tuesday. Jan. Sd.
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Christmas Entertainment and Gifts.

Saturday afternoon the children Of the Sunday school of Sacred Heart church were given 8 Christmas enter tainment Each child received candy, an orange and a pictured representa- tion of the scacred crib. Later, for Christmas gifts, the senior choir re- ceived Q, box containing a prayerbook a rosary, and a. pair of scapulas. The Sunday school teachers were present ed calendars of mission wood each having 8 sacred picture.
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Piles Quickly
 Cured Al Home
Instant Relief, Permanent Cure Trial Package Mailed Free to All
 in Plain Wrapper.

Many cases of Piles have been cured by a trial package of Pyramid gle Cure without further treatment. When it proves it's value to you, get more from your druggist at 50 cents box, and be sure you get what you ask for Simply fill out free coupon below ana mail today. Save yourself from the surgeons knife and it's torture, the doctor and his bills.
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Christmas Entertainment,

Euphemia circle of The Kings Daughters are planning to hold a Christmas entertainment in the Con EregatiOnal church Friday evening for the members Of the Sunday school The entertainment will commence at 7.S0 o'clock and a Christmas tree will be enjoyed.
Norwich bulletin., 1910-12-29

There was a good sized attendance ana much interest manifested in the annual meeting of the Actual Past Masters association which was held at the Masonic temple in this city on Wednesday afternoon. $. H. Mead pre- sided, and after the reports of the sec retary and treasurer had been given there was much interest in the confer ence of the degree upon class of three candidates by Past Grand Mas ter George 4. Kies of this city. This was impressively done.
 The officers were reelected as fol- lows: President $. Howard Mead, Somerset lodge, No. 34, Norwich; Thomas Mckenzie, Pawcatuck lodge, No. go, Pawcatuck; treasurer, John N. Lewis, Mt. Vernon lodge, No. 75. Vol untown; secretary, Carey Congfon, Brainardl doge, No. 102, New London. Justin Holden, Somerset lodge, No. 34, Norwich, was appointed chaplain. The session lasted until about 4.45 o'clock, when adjournment was taken. but the members reassembled for the banquet at 6.30, at which the wives or lady friends of the members were present, and the following menu was served by the Wauregan house and greatly enjoyed:
 Oysters in the Shell
 Horseradish
 Beef Soup 8 la Glaise
 Olives Celery Broiled Salmon Paisley Butter
 Potato Grills
 Fried Chicken, Maryland
 Potato CrOquettes
 Fruit Salad
 Hot Rolls, Cold Gravy
 French Ice Cream
 Assorted Cake
 Coffee Milk
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At Christmas Dinner.

MT. and Mrs. W. D. Thacher of Tanner street had Christmas tree and dinner entertainment at which MT. and Airs. Everett Stark and their son. Nelson Stark, of Fitchville, were guests.
 MT. and Mrs. William Burdick en- tertained at dinner Monday a family party consisting of MT. and Mrs. Fred erick Burdick and their sons, Reginald and Carlyle, Mir. and Mrs. C. K. Snow and their daughter, Ellen, and Mir. and Mrs R. H. Snow.
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Death of Mary Rose Gauchisr

The death of Mary Rose Gauchier occurred at 8 o'clock Wednesday even ing at the home of her parents on North A street following an illness of considerable length. She was the daughter of MT. and Mrs Adelard Gauchier. She was F years and 9 months old, and until taken sick at tended the Wequonnoc school Be- sides her parents. there survive several brothers and sister.
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EVEN CURES ULCERS.
Remarkable Results from Skin Rem
 edy that Costs Almost Nothina.

No matter how bad q sore or ulcer afflicts you, it is said that Hokara. the pure skin food will cure 1t. Tn fact, if it doesn't cure, the purchase price will be refunded
 The Lee & Osgoed Co.,, the local agents for Hohara, who have sold hundreds of packages the last few weeks say they have yet to find any form or wound or disease affecting the skin that Hokara does not heal, and its relief is so instantaneous that those who try it are simply delighted with it.
 Pimples, eczema, blackheads, acne, barber's itch, and all skin troubles are quickly cured by applying this simple skin food and tissue builder. It con tains no grease or acids. and is cleanly to use.
 The Lee & Osgood CO. are selling 8 liberal jar of Hokora at the low price of 25c
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A sin1ple safeauard for Moth.rs

Mrs, D. Gilkeson, 3a6 IngIes Ave. Youngstown, Ohio. gained wisdom by experience. My little girl had se- were cold and coughed almost continu- ously My sister recommended Foley's Honey and Tar. The first dose I gave her relieved the inflammation in her throat and after using only one bottle her throat and lungs were entirely free from inflammation. Since then I al- ways keep a bottle of Foley's Honey and Tar in the house." Accept no sub stitutes. Lee & Osgood Co
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FUNERALS.
John J. Daiy.

The funeral of John J.. son of the late Mary E. and James Daly and for merlv of Norwich. was largely attend ed at Hartford Wednesday morning at S30. with high mass at St. Patrick's H. Rogers was the ceIebrant. As the body was taken into the church Miss Margaret Shea sang Nearer. My God. to Thee. She sang Face to Face when it was taken out. Ave Maria was rem dered during the offertory. The floral offerings were numerous and beautiful. The bearers were Joseph Kearns. Tim othy Terry. Simon Mccarthy. John Booth, William R. St. John and Harry Stone. The burial was in the family lot in Mt. St. Benedict cemetery
 John NewIand CrandalI.
 The funeral of John Newland Cram dall, whose body was brought here from MiddletOwn. reaching this city at o'clock Wednesday afternoon took place at o'clock from the Tesideure of his son, William T. Crandall, at No. 161 Mckinley avenue. Rev. Samuel H. Howe, D. D., officiated. Beautiful floral forms covered the casket and in the large attendance were many from out of town. The bearers were the two sons, William T. CrandaIl and George K. Crandall of New London and VII liam Fl. Allen and Edward H. Tibbits. Burial took place in the family plot in Yautic cemetery, where a committaI service was read by Rev. pr. Howe. Henry Allen & Son had charge of the arrangem ents.
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Able to Leave Hospital.

After being at the Backus hospital for ten days. Arthur Prentice has re- turned to his home on Tergason ave- nue, much improved in health.
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Whist for the Ladies.

During the afternoon while the busi- ness meeting was underway the wives of the members had a whist party in the Buckingham Memorial the parlor being handsomely decorated by Care taker Stocking for the occasion. The
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MT. and Mrs Carroll of Apponaug. R. l., are visiting with relatives in town.
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of fishing. He was a loving father and brother, and his home was always happy one. He performed his work cheerfully and well and did much to aid his fellow men.
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 MARRIED

GRAY-BENNETT- Ledyard, Dec 2S, by Rev. w. F.. White. Dr. Nathan c. Gray and Miss Jennie L. Bennett both of Norwich.
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December Ruttercups.

Little Miss Rosina Allyn of Tanner street found two perfect 'buttercups in an open field near her home on Tues day.
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Personals,

John Johnson of Providence is vis- iting at his home in Greeneville.
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James COnnors has returned to Hart ford, after spending a few days at his nome in Greeneville.
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Thomas Shahan returned on We'd nesday to his home in Newton, N. J.
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Harold Russell has returned home from q visit with friends in Provi- dence.
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MT. and Mrs. P. H. Ethier and fam fly spent Christmas with relatives in Baltic.
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Theodore Pivirotto and family have returned from a visit with friends in New Jersey.
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John Vetter has returned to his home in Norwich, N Y., from a visit with relatives on Sixth street
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New prunes, evaporated apples and peaches at Pooler's, 460 North Main St-adv.
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Frank IT. Smith and Charles w Pearson attended the meeting of the directors of the State Business Mems association, held at the Stratfeld ho- tel in Bridgeport on Wednesday.
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 The opportunity to buy dependable UnderrausIins at such little prices may not occur again in years, as the priess for all kinds of cotton goods are sesad- iiy advancing. The Sale is now at its best-come today without fail. CORSET COVERS
 19c to $1.29
 DRAWERS
 1ac to $t.69 GOWNS
 Sic to S2.4e SHORT SKIRTS
 1oc to 65c
 LONG SKIRTS ..o.l . 44c to $3.4e
 cHEMiSES 44e to $t.2o
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George Monty of Occum is visiting at the home of Mrs. M T. Hyde of Sixth street
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GREENEVILLE

Six hours after high water 1t Is low tide. which is followed by flood tide.
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THE WEATHER.
Forecast for Today.

For New England: Snow in north, rain or snow in south portion Thurs day and Friday; moderate to brisk south to southwest winds, becoming variable Friday.
 Predictions from the New York Her aid: On Thursday cloudy weather and slowly falling temperatures will pre- vail with rain or snow and fresh to brisk variable winds, increasing on the coast, and on Friday generally overcast and colder weather.
 Observations in Norwich. The following records, reported from Sevin's pharmacy. show the changes in temperature and the barometric changes Wednesday:
 Ther. Bar. e. III z5 oU.ZO lZ nl- 36 3O.20 p F. III. .-.'..- -...---.'. oS 0U.Ib Highest 42, lowest 23.
 Comparisons.
 Predictions for Wednesday: Increas- ing cloudiness, with rain at night; va riable winds. becoming northeast. Wednesdays weather: As predicted.
 Sun, Moon and Tides.