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The Press., 1911-12-06
ELLINGTON. Crystal Lake.

Giles s. Dimock, 56, who has been ill for more than year with cancer ous growth, passed away on Monday afternoon in the Hartford hospital, where he had been under treatment for the past few weeks. He was born June 29th, 1885, and was the young est son of the late Ephraim H. and Henrietta A. Slater Dimock. Dur ing his childhood and young manhood he lived with his parents at Crystal Lake. After leaving school he taught for several terms in his own and other townss In the spring of 1880 he went to Yonkers, N. Y., and on June 29th of that year was married to Euama R youngest daughter of the late Seymour Carpenter of this place, who survives him. He was for several years one of the leading retail grocers of Yonkers and resided there 28 years. About three years ago he moved back to Crystal Lake and during the past year united with the M. E. Church of this place. Being of a very genial nature he won many friends, and his wonderful patience during all his physical suffering was remarked by all who saw him. Funeral services will be held this afternoon at the M E. church vestry, Rockville. Burial in Grove Hill cemetery. Besides the widow, he leaves one brotl CT, Myron H. Dimock, of Crystal Lake.
The Press., 1911-12-06

Newberry O. Durkee of Windsor vile visited hts oousiU, Mrs. Sted- man, last week.
 E.B Durkee and family were with Mrs. Durkee's parents at Mt. Hope for Thanksgiving.
 Mrs. Dr. Johnson and Miss Nellie Lawrensen called on Miss Lizzie Dun- ham Sunday p. m.
 Rufus Tilden al family of Nor wlch spent Thanksgiving with their sisters, Miss Augusta and Mary Til den.
 The Ladies' Aid will serve har- vest supper and sale of fancy articles, quilts and aprons this Wednesday evening in the chapel
 Mrs. stedman, Mrs. Durkee, Mrs. J. D. Lillis, Miss Eva Bosworth and Miss l.. J. Durham attended the we'd ding of Mrs. Stedman's grandson, Everett H. Bosworth, at Columbia on Thanksgiving day. The bride and groom received many valuable pres. ents. Mir Bosworth has 8 position with the Underwood Typewriting Oo' in Hartford.
 Gurleyville.
 Miss O. N Turner is with relatives at North Windham. Hizer Simonds has been unable tt work the past week on account of ill ness.
 Rev. and Mrs. Frank Cham mberlair of Bethel are spending some time with Mrs. Mariette Walker. Miss Leona Clark, who has been nursing Mrs. Dwight Beebe. Jeff Thursday for her home in Williman' tio.
 MT. and Mrs, John Durham Jeff town Thanksgiving day for visit with the formers brother, Franh Durham, of Putnam ! MT. and Mrs. John W. Yeomans ot Providence spent Thanksgiving day with the formers parents, MT. ant Mrs. Samuel D Yeomans.
 MT. and Mrs Elmer Simonds oi Spriuafield, Mass, and Miss Lila Simonds of Willimantic spent Thanks giving with MT. and Mrs. Hizel Simonds.
 Mr. and Mrs. Henry Mason, Arthur Wood and family and MT and Mrs Edw ard Simonds and Eli Wood spent Thanksgiving day with MT. and Mrs R. D. W. KnoWlton.
 Prof. Montieth of the Connecticut Agricultural college will give 6 lecture in the lcca1 church next Fri day evening, entitled "A trip tt Enrope.'' Admission, 15 and 1Oo, Coffse and cake will ba served in the conference room after the return.
The Press., 1911-12-06

The farm known as the Delphia place or the Hatch place was sold last week to . slav from New Jersey. The farm was sold through the V. Horkey agency of Willington. ;.
 Miss Susie Rizner and George Kos tur were married Monday, Nov. 27, by Rev. Hugh K. Graham at the par. sonage. After the ceremony re. oeption was held at the home of the brides mother, Mrs. Mary Rizner. Relatives and friends were present from South Wilmington and Vermont. Mir. and Mrs. Kostur will reside al the Major Smith place.
 Rock Meadow.
 Herbert Heck of Monson was al home Sunday.
 Samuel. Heck returned to Spring field last Sunday after a weeks va. cation.
 Leon Booth and family spent Thanksgiving with his uncle, Rev. Isaac Booth, at Stafford Hollow.
 Mrs. Elvira Snow and George AgarG went last week Wednesday to her sis ter's, Mrs Wm. House's, at Palmer and stayed till after Thanksgiving.
 MT. and Mrs. Oscar Willis anG sons. Clarence and Olin Willis, ant Mrs. Mary Mathews were guests Thanksgiving day with their sister MrS Too1 Roo6 narkv of K wou to the Springs House. :.
The Press., 1911-12-06
HOLLAND.

The wood lot belonging to the latt Jefferson Weloh estate has been sold to MT Brcckey of Rockville.
 J Orville Wood of Wesleyan col lege spent & short time last week with his grandmother, Mrs. Katharine Wood.
 Mrs Harry Bartlett was called to Passaic, N. J.. last week on account of the serious illness of her mother, Mrs. Perrin.
 Miss LilIa s. Agard of Great Neck, L. I. and Dr. Henry B. Stafford of New York spent Sunday with Judge and Mrs, Edwin s Agard
 Mrs. Andrew Amidon and children of Westford and Miss Gertrude Cl ugh of Waterbury have been the guests of Mir. and Mrs. Roger M Clough.
 MT. and Mrs Bepj amin Baxter and sons, John and Robert, spent Tbanks- giving in Plsinfield, the guests of MT. Baxter's sister. Mrs. Morris Williams
 Dr. H Way land Price of S1mer- ville, Mssl returned Monday after spending a short time with his par- ents, Mir and Mrs. Lewis B. Price.
 Miss Fl zsbeth B. Agard returned to Wht aton seminary Monday, after spending the Thanksgiving recess with her parents, Judge and Mrs Edwin s. ARard.
 The Ladies' Aid of the Lee Metho- dist church will meet Wednesday afternoon and evening in the town hall. Mrs. Grace Ludlow will be the hostess.
 The union mission study class will omit their regular meeting this week, and will attend the lecture on China given in Rockville Friday afternoon and evening.
 Rev. Robert M. French gave a very interesting account of the state confer ence held at Danbury recertly at the morning service of the Congregational church Sunday.
 Mir. and Mrs. John W Edgerton and daughters, the Misses Edna s. and Mary Edgerton, spent Thanksgiving In Bristol, the guests of MT and Mrs l.. G. MerTick.
 The fourth quarterly conference of the Lee M. E .ehuroh will be he Id in the M E church Monday evening, Dec. II. The district superintend- ent, Rev J H Newland, will bs pres. ent.
 The Sunday school of the Lee M K. church have appointed the follow. ing committees for the Chris tmas tree Entertainment and music, Mrs. L. Eruest Hall, Miss Ruby E. Brown, John E. Clough; soliciting, Miss Mill dred Pearson, Miss Mildred Ladd, Miss Doris Brown, Roy Waldo, Miss Mildred Metoalf; tree, David A. Brown. 44
 A number of family gatherings were enjoyed Thanksgiving day. Mir and Mrs L. E,nest Hall and daugh- terF, Bernics and Alice. with Mir. and Mrs. John H. Steele; Mir. and Mrs. Myron G. Sparrow and children, Helen and Leon, with Mir. and Mrs. Lorenzo R. Sparrow; Rev. and Mrs Robert M. French and daughters, Mil dred and Hannah Dustin French, Harry Bartlett and family, Mrs. Eliza Harvey and George Bartlett with MT. and Mrs. Wm B. Ludlow; Wm. A. Agard, Miss Luoile M Agard, Tol- land. MT. and Mrs Henry H. Baker of Hyannis, Clarence HuDgerford, Miss Hala Hungerford, Montclair, N J., Judge and Mrs. Edwin s. Agard and daughter, Miss Elizabeth B. Agard, Holland, with Dr. and Mrs Samuel Simpson; Miss Sadie Willard of Rockville with Mir and Mrs Frank T. Newcomb and family
The Press., 1911-12-06
NOTICE.

The legal voters of the Borough of Stafford Springs are hereby notified and warned to meet at Borough Hall, in said borough, Monday, De- cember 1lth, 1911, at 10 o'clock in the forenoon for the following purposes
 1st-To elect officers for the ensuing year and term. 2d--To hear the annual report of the Court oi Burgesses and Treasurer and act on the sameJ 3d-To see if they will vote to lay tax to de fray the. current expenses and reduce the borough indebtedness.
 4th-To do any. other business proper to be done at said meeting. Articles 2, and will be acted upon at o'clock in the afternoon, at which time the polls close. Stafford Springs, Conn December 18th, 1911 -
 J. ALLEN MIX, Warden.
 A. W. Kingsbury, A. Olin Brooks,
 N. Pero, Jr., Chas. H. Meyers Jr
 H. Alden, c. P. Hodgson
 Burgesses. Attest VIM H. HEALD Clerk
The Press., 1911-12-06
Catarrh Doctor
You Can Get the Best One in the
 World for $1.OO,

"OGA0 KOE P 4sVOs Go to finders Jacobsen to-day. Say ''I want 8 HYOMEI outfif," take fl home with you, opsn the box and pour few drops of HYOMEI (pronounoe it High c-ms into the little hard rubber inhaler.
 Then breathe pleasant, soothing healing, germ killing HYOMEI over the raw, infamsd, germ ridden mem brane for 8 few minutes and relief is immediate.
 Stuffed up head will vanish. Kee up the treatment four or five times day for a few days and hawking, splitting and forming of muous in the nose and throat will ceass.
 HYOMEI is guaranteed to end ca tarrb, coughs, colds, croup. asthma, catarrhal deafness, or money back. Complete outfit $1. %; kubse quent bottles If needed 50 cents at Anders JaOobsen's and druggists everywhere.
The Press., 1911-12-06
MANSFIELD.


 The funeral of Mrs. Jennie E Bur. dick. who died Tuesday of pneumonia in New Britain, was held Friday afternoon at 10 o 'olot k from the home of Henry White, foster father of the deceased at Mt. Hope Burial was in the Mt. Hope cemetery.
 Wednesday afternoon State Police man W. K. Jackson took Walter Tim mins to South Coventry, where at 9 o'clock he was given preliminary hearing before Justice of the Peace George H. Andrews on the charge of rape. It is understood that the com plaiIt was amended to assault with intent to commit rape Attorney Kelley requested a continuance Cf the case. The request was granted by the court and a second hearing was fixed for next Monday. The aceused was released upon bond of 5000 fur nished by his mother.
 Mansfield Depot.
 Grover Smith and family were at his fathers Thanksgiving
 Miss Vimeria Fowler is boarding with Mrs. Stedman this winter.
 Mrs. spaulding of Woodstock is visiting Mrs Emily Platt few days.
 Percy Smith and family spent Thanksgiving with Charles Thomp. son.
 Raymond Hall of Hartford spent Thanksgiving with his mother. Mrs R Hall.
 Mrs Mary L.. Du1kee has been a guest of her SOD, E B. Durkee, and her daughter, Mrs. A. J. Bowers, a few days.
The Press., 1911-12-06
THE PRESS.
WEDNESDAY, DEC. 6, 1911.
LEWIS MOLAUaHLTN. pUBrasHBR.
Lyman T Tingisr was Il tt

Lyman T Tingiar was Il ted mayor of R ckville on Monday. de- featirg F. A. Randall. the republican nominee, 663 to 33O The demo- crats carried the entire city ticket and control thu common council The re. publicans elected an alderman in the first ward and a councilman In the second ward Daniel P Dunn was re elected mayor of Wlllimantic by the largest plural ty ever given him, his v1te being s22 to 558 for Wm s Oongdon, she republican oanii- date. The democrats elsoted every candidate on their ticket with the ex- oeption of two aldermen.
The Press., 1911-12-06
ASHFORD. Warrenville.

Merrill s. Louks of New Haven was at his home in town last week.
 Mrs. Harriet Lanphear spent Thanksgiving with Rev. Walter Lan- phear of Mansfield Center. Mrs. Her bert Daw1ey and son, Cliff ton, of Norwich were guests of MT and Mrs. Peter Platt over Thanksgiv- ing.
 The town clerk, James Knowlton, reports that over fifty honting licenses have been granted in town this au. tumn.
 The schools of the town took a re- cess over Thanksgiving Our teacher Miss Eva Spaulding, spent the time at her home in Killingly.
 Mrs. Louis Durant and two sons, who have been visiting relatives here, have returned to live in their new home at Marlow, N. H.
 Those who trade at the store of o D. Baker have doubtless observed that there has been an abundant supply of local fresh meat in the line of pork this fall.
 Thanksgiving day here closed with the usual prayer service in the church at 73O As a novelty of the meet ing, the pastor called upon each one present to name the thing for which he felt most grateful.
 Rev. H B Goodsell, former pastor of North Ashford church, was the guest of Rev. and Mrs. B. O. BuRbee last Sabbath. MT Goodsell occupied the pulpit and preached from Isaiah 41:13 The Christian Endeavor at 2 o'clock was in charge of David Math. ewson. -a -.
 At the annual business meeting of the church Saturday afternoon the following officers for the ensuing year were chosen: Pulpit committee, David Mathewson. Wilbur Lanphear : clerk and treasurer, Deacon z. B. Bicknell; sexton committee, Wallace Durkee Christmas solicitorsy Wallace Durkee, Deacdn W. H. Eanphear.
 Miss Bertha Bassett, daughter of A. M. Bassett, met with a very severe accident while at play one day last week. While running near the corner of the, house she fell to the bottom of the bulkhead stairway. Though un- conscious for awhile and still bearing the bruises of her fall, she is much better and hopes to be in school again soon.
 Owing to the rain of Tuesday even ing the operetta, "Oolum bia s Thanks giving" took place in Bakers hall on Wednesday evening. This pleasing title drama was presented under the auspices of the young ladies' society of Cleaners, assisted by numerous others of the young people of the town. The postponement of the play to Wednesday did not appear to affect greatly the attendance. Over 80 people were present and a sum of over SIP was received The entertain ment was in charge of Mrs. David Mathewson.
 Westford Hill.
 School commenced Monday after a Thanksgi ving vacation.
 All are glad that Miss E l.. Whiton Is to stay at her home this winter.
 Leroy Chapman, who has been sick with sore throat, is able to be out again.
 Mrs. Joseph Dimock and Miss Dor. othy Pierce were recent callers at Maple Lane. .-,
 M. Oushman and family of East Willington spent Thanksgiving at Ed ward Oushman's.
 Miss Myrtle Chapman returned home Friday after three weeks visit with relatives in Chall lson and Wor- cester, Mass.
The Press., 1911-12-06
RESTRICT OF STAFFORD, ss. Pr,

kISTRICT UF STAFFURU, SS. Pro- O bate Court. December 5, 1911.
 Estate of Lily w. Patten, late Of Stafford, In said district, deceasfd.
 Upon the application of Freeman F. Patten praying that an instrument in writing purport- ing to be the last will and testament of said de- ceased, may be proved, approved, allowed and admitted to probate, as per application on file more fully appears 1t is
 Ordered-that said application be heard and de- termined at the probate office in Stafrordin said district on the 18th day of December, A. D., 1911 given to all persons interested in said estate, Of the pendency of said application, and the time and place of hearing thereon, by pub fishing the same once in some newspaper hay ing a circulation in said district, and by post ing copy thereof nn he puhlia sign post in the town Of stafford, 1n said district.
 ROBERT H. FISK Judge
The Press., 1911-12-06
Ara Court of Probate holden at Tol

A T a Court of Probate holden at ToI- "A land, within and for the District Of Holland. on the 28th day of November, A. D, 1911.
 Present, EDWIN z. AGARD. Judge.
 On motion of George Wilson, administrator on the intestate estate of Emma J. Wilson, late of Wilmington, wit hin said dtstI ict, deceased. This court doth decree that six months from above date be allowed and limited for the cred- tors of said estate to exhibit their claims against the same to the administrator. and directs that public notice be given of this order by advertis- Ing the same once in some newspaper having a circulation in said district, and by posting a copy thereof the public sign- post in said town of WtIltngt on nearest the place where the de- ceased last dWelt. Certified from Record,
 EDWIN s. AGARD, Judge.
The Press., 1911-12-06
RESTRICT OF POLAND, ss

\ , bate court, December 2d. 1911. .'''1
 Estate of Albert M. Root, late of Wilmington, in said district, deceased.
 The administrator having exhibited his ad- minis tration account with said estate to this Court for allowance, 1t is
 Ordered-That the 12th day of December, A. D. 1911, at 10 o'clock in the forenoon, at the Pro- bate Of11ce in Holland, be and the same Is as- signed for a hearing on the allowance Of said administration account, and this court direct E the administrator to cite all persons interest ed publishing his order once in some newspaper having a circulation in said district, and by posting 8 copy on the public sign post in the town Of Wilmington, where the deceased last dwelt, at least days before said time assigned. Certified from record.
 EDWINS AGARD Judge
The Press., 1911-12-06
DIsTRICT OF STAFFORD, ss. Pro

nTSTRICT OF STAFFORD, ss. Pro. -AI bate Court, December 5, 1911. Estate of Calfsta R. BTadwRy, lafe Of Staf- ford, lR said district, deceased.
 The administrator having exhibited his admin.
 istrat1on account with said estate to this court
 for allowance, it is
 Ordered. that the 16th day or December. 4. D
 1911, at o'clock in the afternoon, at the Probate for a hearing on the allowance of said adminis- tration account with said estate, and this Court directs the administrator to cite all persons In. terested therein to appear at said time and place. by publishing this order in some news paper having circulation in said district, ana by posting copy on the public signpost in the town of SGaffOrd where the deceased last dWelt Attest, MARCUS B. FISK, Clerk.
The Press., 1911-12-06

One of the best Cottages at Crystal Lake, is beautifully located on the west side. Cottage is in good repair, fully furnished. A barn, two boats and never failing we'll
 Address Box 118, Rockville Conn.
The Press., 1911-12-06

The whole store is ra- diant with goods suitable for Gifts. It is truly a great stock we invite you to see, one that leaves no excuse for Christmas Shopping out of Town.
 In addition 10 a varied and carefully selected stock on hand, we are in constant touch with tn e markets, so that any spe- ciaI want you may have we are in a position to se- cure promptly and satis- factOriIy.
The Press., 1911-12-06
Time to Think of
 Christmas Gifts :: ::

People are becoming more and more convinced of the advantage of early selections of Christmas Goods.
 The Howard Store is fully pre- pared to meet these demands with a line of Dolls, Toys, Ribbons, Handkerchiefs, Ladies Neckwear, Umbrellas, Bags, Suit Cases, In fants' wear, and a large line of other goods too numerous to mention, both useful and orna- mental. An examination of our stock can hardly fail to find some thing suitable for all ages.
 Ag't for Ladies' Home Journal Patterns
The Press., 1911-12-06
D. Robertson & Co,
 Stafford Springs Department Store.
ALL READY FOR Christmas Trading

For the Young Folks we have Dolls, Mechanical Toys, Books, SIeds, Desks, and other things to please children.
 For the Older Folks Handkerchiefs, Hosiery, Neckwear, Gloves, Coats, Suits, Waists, Bath Robes, Kimonas, Furs for young and old.
 A Word as to Prices
 ---They are uniformly Iow---not raised because it is Christmas time.
The Press., 1911-12-06

pHOICE BUILDING LOTS for Sale easy terms. Apply to @. W. EATON.
The Press., 1911-12-06

TENEMENT TO RENT.
 GARY BROS.
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LNOR SALE-A second hand pool table I Inquire at The Press office. 18tf
The Press., 1911-12-06

TNO RENT-Tenements at FOrestville 1 Low rents. large gardens T. F. MULLEN.
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ENEACHER IN PIANO and VOICE. 1 MISS LULU l. IDE, Stafford
The Press., 1911-12-06

EOR SALE in Stafford ville-The place known as the Sanger Homestead, within three minutes walk to church, school and store, Inquire of MRS. H. DUNHAM, Box lO6, StaffoEdville.
The Press., 1911-12-06

YNO RENT-Basement Tenement on 1 High Street. Five rooms, running water and closet. J. ALLEN MIX.
The Press., 1911-12-06

TOR SALE - Fine tenement renting property South St. Close to business center, Price low. Terms, easy payment.
 w. K. DEMOND. 19tf
The Press., 1911-12-06

TOR SALE-My place containing 27 1N acres, Broom house, furnace heated, cider mill with hydraulic press, gasoline engine, shop with planer, table saws, etc.
 If W. H. WEBSTER, Stafford, Conn.
The Press., 1911-12-06

EOR SALE-My place in the borough. E acres of land, good house and barn. Orchard of apple and pear trees.
 MRS. w. M CRAWFORD.
The Press., 1911-12-06

Second hand Cyphers In w cubator Capacity from 80 to IA eggs.
 FRANK E. CONVERSE, R. F. D. No. B. 4 NICE sitting-room stove for sale-a A good heater. MRS. W. A. THIEsING,
 West-M ain-st.
The Press., 1911-12-06
FOR SALE,

Attest, VIM. H. HEALD, Clerk,
The Press., 1911-12-06

FOR SALE-A big, strong Horse. I THE c. H. MOORE co.
The Press., 1911-12-06

CHESTER White Boar for Service. N Took first prize at the last fair of the Stafford Springs Agricultural Society 3w'
 J. s. JENSEN, West Stafford
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LsOR SALE-A good horse, weighs 200 1T to 1900 good worker, kind and gentle, afraid of nothing. Also one horse lumber wagon and 8 hand cider press. A. c. Rodman, Stafd Sp'gs
 s9tf
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XAIOOD CHOPPERS WANTED.
 w 21tf k. D. ELLIS, West Stafford.
The Press., 1911-12-06

NANCY Fatted Chickens for the Holi- \ days, dressed to order. Telephone 333.
 34 HI. PLUMB.
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" OST in the Borough, last Saturday A1 night, gold watch fob. Will reward the finder. CARL J. WOODS.
The Press., 1911-12-06

RA OR SALE-My diving horse. Rea- N son for selling, removal from town. Inquire at office of the c. H. Moore Company.
 w. k. OEMOND.
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EOR SALE-4 pigs, 15 weeks old. In Quire of MRS. SHRODER, MonsOn road. T
The Press., 1911-12-06

EOR SALE-My two blocks on Main T Street, including the new brick opera house block occupied by the Comique Theatre, 8 bowl ing alley and a saloon. The other block con- tains fish market general store, barber shop and four tenements all rented.
 3W"31 JOHN SENA.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-09-12
ROMANCE WILL
 DEAL WITH TIGERS
Planned to Take Care of the Situa- ton Until Saloons Are Allowed
 to Open

On account of the differences of legal opinion as to the force and effect of the Smith regulation bill and in order to cause the enforcement of the prohibition laws, Commissioner A. o. Lane of the de- partment of justice will cause to be in- troduced an ordinance this morning aimed at the alleged blind tigers of Birmingham.
 According to Judge Lane yesterday, the ordinance will make 1t penalty to have in ones possession a larger quantity of whisky or beer than a reasonable man would be inclined to keep for his own iin- mediate purpose.
 Judge Lane said he had conferred win Judge4Iugo Black on the question and in order to keep down any question about the police activities the ordinance would be offered. It will take care of the situa- ton until the excise commission author zes the opening of regular saloons.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-09-12
APPOINT TEACHERS
 FOR HIGH SCHOOLS

Montgomery, September 11.-(SpeciaD.- The high school commission consisting of the governor, the auditor and the su- perintendent of education, have elected the following additional teachers for high schools:
 Sumter county, at York-P. B. Pepper, principal; Miss Martha Stock (since re- signed), Miss Katherine Carter.
 Plount county high school, at Oneonta- T. c. Moore, principal; Henry G. San ders and Mrs. w. M. Self. assistants
 Emore county, at Ecectic-Miss Lila Echols and Miss Capitola DeBardelaben, assistants, with MT. J. J. Yarbrough whose election as principal has already been announced
 Colbert county, at Leghton-Miss Susie Sargent, second assistant
 O. D. Farrow was elected treasurer of the Fillmore county high school and MT. J. E. Barnes was elected to fill an un- expired term as treasurer of the Dallas county high school located at Planters ville
 Two additional teachers have been se- lected by the executive committee of the State Normal school board for the Nor nal school at Jacksonville as follows Charles w. Sanders in charge of the department of science; Miss Marion Me Melon, teacher of domestic science.