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Norwich bulletin., 1911-01-02
Brief State News

Meriden.-Thc Holy Name society of St. Joseph's church received Holy Communion in a body Sunday morn ing at the 7.90 o'clock mass.
 Norwaik.-Mr. and Mrs. D. Seymour Curtis of South Norwalls recently ele- brated their golden wedding anniver- sary.
 Waterbury.-The Adams Express company delivered 10.s43 packages in Waterbury during the Christs1as hoIi- days.
 Stamford.-Jolln Moir. the gardener poet, died last week, at the home 0f his son. He was upwards of s9 years of age.
 Essex-HabftuaI intemperance and intolerable cruelty are the grounds up- on which Martha F. Rand seeks di- vorce from Theodore F. Rand
 Berin.-What Berlin petitioners convenes Wednesday is running water for the purpose of domestic use and fire protection
 Stratford.-Sheriff Stagg and family left Friday for Florida. Sheriff Stags looks a little pale and walks with a cane. but expects to fully regain his health in the land of flowers.
 New Miiford.-The New Milford and Lake Wauramaug Electric Railway company has given formal nOtice that it will apply for an extension Of time for the construction of the road.
 Meriden-John W. Coe of Meriden has resigned as trustee of the Con- necticut school for boys and Dr. J. D. Eggleston of Meriden has been sp- pointed to fill the vacancy until the third Wednesday in January.
 Derby.-.Mayor James E. Atwater the other day was surprised when hs was presented a Christmas packaRe which contained a handsome gold watch charm set with a diamond, the gift of the retiring city officers.
 New Haven.-The city has petitions ed the next general assembly for per- mission to transfer the old New Ha- ven almshouse farm to the city. Ths property is said to be worth aboff. $2S0 900, and the annual income about $13,3S1.25 The cost of U2keep is S1,- 05-
Norwich bulletin., 1911-01-02
Personals.

Miss Annie Murphy is visiting in Westerly.
 E. E. Hickey spent New Years with friends in Norwich.
 Mrs. Albert. Palmer is confined to '-her home by illness.
 John Buckley of Union yas Will limantic visitor Saturday. |
 Miss. Anna Lynch of Windham road is visiting friends in Norwich.
 Napoleon Gingras of Ash street is entertaining his brother, John Gingras of Waterbury.
 Mrs. Henry Mathieu of 36 Pleasant street has as guest her cousin, Miss Ruth Hogan of Hartford.
 Mrs William R. Harrington, who has been spending the holidays at the home of her parents. MT. and Mrs. An drew Fox, is expected to return home today,
Norwich bulletin., 1911-01-02
SIxTY-oNE FIRES IN 1900.
Chief Webster's Report CompIeted-
 Total Loss $6,882.

Chief Wade U. Webster of the Will limantic fire department, Saturday night completed the 1910 fire list for the city for The Bulletins annual call sndar, although the fiscal fire year closed October 31. There were 61 fires durmg the entire year of 1910 and to edinguish the same S,150 feet of l-2 Inch hose was laid. 52o gallons of chemical used and 1,150 feet of chem ical hose laid.
 The total loss resultant to buildings and contents from said fires was S8,- Ss2, which was divided as follows: Loss on buildings $3,630, loss on con- tens, $S,252. Insurance paid on build ings $3,l31; insurance on contents Ss63.67. The above does not include the insurance paid on the fire at Al Jackson street, which was one of the worst that the department had to com bat during the year, as the loss is still pending.
 The fire, known as the Sadd fire. at the corner of Meadow and Bank street by reason of the fact of it's peculiar location, being in a thickly congested locality, might be mentioned as an in stance of the departments efficiency to handle fires The chief and his as- slstants deserve especial praise for getting this early morning fire under control so promptly with such com paratiVely small loss, when the fact is taken into consideration that the burn ed property is abutted by the Turner silk mill the A. R. Burnham paint and carriage shop. to say nothing of the nest of smaller wooden buildings inn natbately adjacent.
 Considering the number of fires dur Ing the year, at least 25 per cent more than for the year 1909, the loss IS unusually small. and much credit, Therefore. is reflected upon the de- partment and it's management under it's hustling and efficient young chief Wade U. Webster
Norwich bulletin., 1911-01-02
MYSTIC
Holly Collins Engagement Announced Watch Night Festivities-SaIe of Morgan BIock-Cantata at M. E. Church.

The engagement has been announced of Miss Adah Holly, daughter of MT. and Mrs. Charles E. Holly of this place, to Arthur Collins of North Am herst, Mass. MT. Collins has spent part of the past three summers in Mystic and has made many friends. The wedding will take place in the early spring.
 Watched Old Year Out.
 Mrs. Mary Benjamin entertained a party at her home on Saturday eve ming to watch the old year out and the new year in. Five hundred was the game.
 cantata Repeated.
 The cantata, Prophecy and Fulfil ment, repeated in the Methodist church Sunday evening under the di- rectiOn of the chorister. was a decided success. There was a large attend ance to both the rehearsal in the aft ernoon at o'clock and the evening service at 7.30. The solo work by Miss Ruth Keigwin, soprano, Thomas W. Ryley, tenor and Eli GledhiIl, bar itone, was highly commendable. Mrs. T. w. Ryley presided at the organ and was assisted by G. Victor Grin nell, violinist, Edward E. Bucklin, cor netist and J. Elmer Newbury, clari- netist At the morning service. Will lard N. Keigwin rendered an offertory solo.
 New Haven Man Buys Morgan Block. G. R. Kelsey of New Haven has purchased of James Watrous the Nor gan block on East Main street, and will start at once making alterations and improvements. The first floor will be used for bowling alleys and will be managed by G. L. Fairbrother. The next floor will be all renovated and when the changes are completed it will al a fn in street.
 Welcomed 1911.
 Mir and Mrs. Mason Manning enter tained friends at a watch night party Saturday evening. Games and vocal and instrumental music were enjoyed and refreshments were served during the evening.
 Holiday Observance.
 Today will be observed by some as holiday. The banks will be closed all day and the stores will close at noon. The postoffice will keep holiday hours, SIS to 1030 a. n., and from 5.30 to 6.30 D. III. No money orders will be issued.
 Village Varieties.
 Mrs R. R. Reed of Morristown, N. J., is the guest of her daughter, Mrs. George Leonard.
 Walter Knight spent Sunday with friends in Providence.
 Raymond Holmes of New Haven is the guest of his parents, MT. and Mrs. w. K. Holmes.
 Fred Godfrey of New Haven spent Sunday with MT. and Mrs. Conrad Kretzer.
 Miss Louise Haley of New York is the guest of Mystic relatives.
 Frank Gillian of Meriden is with his family at the home of MT. and Mrs John H. Howe.
 Miss Clara Chace is visiting rela- tives in New Bedford.
Norwich bulletin., 1911-01-02
DANIELSON
Borough Doings at Opening of New Yea~PIans for Joint Installation at G. A. R. Hall-DanieI Doyle Out on Bonds.

Representative E. H. Reach will go to Hartford tomorrow Tuesday, to be present at the republican caucus in the evening.
 Mrs. F.. H. Jacobs will have the mem bers of the Ladies' Reading circle at her home for a meeting this (Monday) afternoon. Christmas and New Year s quotations will be given
 Joseph Daigle who has been the sex- ton at St. James church, is succeeded by Harry Lemieux.
 Miss Gladys l.. Burroughs has been the guest of friends in Lynn, Mass.
 Miss Alice Jacobs has gone to Mississippi for a visit with friends
 Rev. W. Douglas Swaffield was lead
Norwich bulletin., 1911-01-02
GRAND LIST $5,351, ,1e7.
Gain of Over $95,0o0-Assessor A. M. fatheway Completes 21 Years on Board.

The town board of assessors-George Hatch, Amos M. Hathaway and Charles L. IGyon--completed their work and med the lists Saturday night. Decem- Der 31, with Town Clerk Frank P. tenton. With the filing of the lists TOT the year, one member of the board Amos M Hathaway. complet- ed his majority, having served 21 con secutiVe years as member of the board of assessors for the town of Windham This is a record equaled by no other man in the town os Wind ham, as far as could be learned Sat urday night, and is one that reflects great credit upon MT. Hathaway, who mas performed his work conscientious ", faithfully and we'll The long term of service indicates the confidence that the citizens of the town repose Sn him.
 The grand list for 1910 shows a gain of $95.254. The total list for 1910 is $5,331, ,167, against $5,255913 for 1909 The west division resident grand list is $4,317.32S, as against s4,199O82 for 1909. showing a gain in the residence of the west division of $11S,240.
 The non-residentS of the west di- vision this year is SAP, BPS, while last year it was $421, 1852, indicating a loss of S9,024. making a net gain in the west division, which practically means the city of Willimantic, of S109,21e.
 The east division grand list is s62L< 511, and in 1909 it was s635, 5,473, stow ing loss in the division of s@s62. making, however, a net gain in the entire grand list of $95,254
 The loss in the east divisDbn is ac- counted for by the changEd assess ment of the Uncas Power company. which is s75,00e this Year against sl00,000 for the yeAp 1909. Most of the increase is a result of the general building throughout the community during the pas< year aud an increase American Thread Co.'S plant. s11.- 300 in the assessment of the Wind ham Silk company and s10,00o in the assessloent of the Willimantic Ma chine company.
Norwich bulletin., 1911-01-02
Five Foxes During December.

George Pierce of North Sterling is making a record that will put him in line for proclamation as the champion fox hunter of Windham county. He killed five of the animals during De- cember. one of them hybrid, half fox, half wildcat, weighing nine and one half pounds. This animal is described as having a head of the shape of a fox. with cats ears and teeth. The animal was undoubtedly much the same as the one shot at South Kill lingly last winter and later exhibited in Danielson.
 New Auto Markers Today
 Automobile owners will be out this morning with the 1911 registry num- bers attached to their machines. Sev- eral local owners have had their cars in continuous service up to this time and hope to be able to use them throughout the winter.
 Art Club Meeting.
 The members of the Ladies' Art club will meet with Mrs. A. H. Huntingdon on Wednesday afternoon. Miss Ethel Hammond of Taftyille
Norwich bulletin., 1911-01-02
Comrades Pay Surprise Visit to R. p.
 Williams

. R. P. Williams, who lives on the trolley line betwen Groton and No- ank. was agreeably and pleasantly surprised New Years day (Sunday) by a visit from couple of his former comrades, Captain Charles Fenton and J. B. Baldwin of this city. The gen. tteTen took along 8 days rations and all passed plea sant time together Comrade Williams was former com mander of Francis s. Long post, No 30, G. A. R., of this city, and has not a few friends in the city. He enjoys an enviajble reputation as 8 fisherma n and lives alone in a cabin a little away from the hustle of civilization but is happy and contented with his IOt
Norwich bulletin., 1911-01-02
Watch Niqht Services.

Saturday evening on the stroke of 9 the bell in the tower of the Methodist Episcopal church called it's parishion- CTS and friends together for the an nuai watch night service. A large number was present and the old fash toned love featst was thoroughly en- joyed by all At 1915 o'clock Rev. Walter E. Lanphear, pastor of the Mansfield Center Congregational church, preached an able sermon. Fol- lowing the same there was quiet con- verse. and the old year was watched out and the tender new one in. Light refreshments were served during the evening.
Norwich bulletin., 1911-01-02
Harry E. Back. William H. Phillips, Hampton.
 Officers of Congregational Missionary Society.

Harry E. Back. William H. Phillips, Hampton. Officers of Congregational Missionary
 Society.
 The Womans Missionary society of
 the Congregational church has elected
 these officers: President, Mrs. F. D.
 Sargent; vice president, Mrs. H. J.
 Thayer; secretary, Miss Elizabeth Child; treasurer, s. K. Spaulding: pro-
 gramme committee, Mrs. F. J. Daniels
 Mrs. H. J. Thayer; barrel committee,
 Mrs. J. R. Carpenter, Mrs. F. E. Clarke, Miss Mary Wheaton, Mrs. E. M. War ner.
 Data for TayIor's Souvenir Being Re- ceived. Biographical sketches for use in the forthcoming number of the Legislative History of Connecticut are being re- ceived here by W. H. Taylor publisher of the volume The response to the circulars sent out last week soliciting data was immediate, members taking the matter up in all sections of the state.
 Souvenir leaves for Hartford this | (Monday) afternoon to begin his duties at the capitol.
 Judge Tinsier Former Thompson Resi- ] dent. Lyman T. Tingier of Rockville, cam | didate of the minority in the house | during the coming session of the state legislature. is a native of Webster, | Mass, and for years lived in the near 1 by town of Thompson, going from there l to Rockville.
 l Local interest in New Views. Several views of two recent disasters | in this section-the wreck at North l Grosvenordale and the burning of the ] Mrs. Randolph M. Clark summer resi- dence at Pomfret-have been made l subjects for stereopticon slides and have proved of much interest in local l theaters.
 | Eagles New Years Eve Ball. | The second annual ball of Putnam | aerie of Eagles was held in Hammond l hall Saturday evening. A large mum l Der was present to dance the old year out and participate in the many enjoy l able features of the event. Music was | by the Cargell orchestra. 1 Noted About Town. l Attorney NJ H. Geissler was in Nor wich Saturday on a business trip. l Elizabeth Porter Putnam chapter, D A. R.. is completing arrangements fo1 1 the observance of Gen. Israel Putnam | birthday next Saturday. l There was not 8 very large amount 1 of holiday travel on Saturday, but rid 1 ing was above the normal amount, the regular trains carrying extra cars.
Norwich bulletin., 1911-01-02

Willimantic, Danielson and Putnam

has been the guest of Mr. and Mrs. Ira D. Martin.
 Preparing for Electric Lighting Ser
 vice.
 Crossarm6 are being attached to the poles of the Connecticut company on their line between Danielson and Day vile for the purpose of carrying the wires over which electricity is to be sent to furnish street lights in Day vile.
 Personal Items. John Greedy of Providence has been spending the past week at his home here.
 Misses Katherine and Dolly Connor of Providence, who have been spend- ing this week with their sister. Mrs. Greedy, have returned home.
 Miss Mabelle Rice and William Rice of Worcester were guests of Miss Agnes Doyle over Sunday.
 Daniel Doyle Released on Bonds. Little Daniel Doyle, 16, was taken from Brooklyn jail Friday afternoon by his mother, Mrs. Kate Doyle, who went bonds for him.
Norwich bulletin., 1911-01-02
FUN ERAI.
Mrs. Lucinda L. Howard

The funeral of Mrs. Lucinda l.. How ard was held Saturday afternoon at l.S0 o'clock from the home of Mrs. Morris Golden, a daughter of the de- ceased, i'll South Windham. Rev. Ralph G. Hartley, pastor of the First Baptist church of this city. was the officiating clergyman Burial was in the Willimantic cemetery Fillmore & Shepard, funeral directors, were in charge of the arrangenentS
Norwich bulletin., 1911-01-02
A Poiite Pussy.

Probably the most polite cat that resides in Thomaston is owned by Mrs T. Miller. Pussy when out huntin9- usually returns with mouse or bird to the front door and knocks for sn entrance by taking her front foot ana at first gently snapping long silver at the bottom of the door. If the noise fails to attract attention she then nuIIs it rapidly and with such forc3 the noise can be heard plainly across the street-Waterbury American
Norwich bulletin., 1911-01-02
Health Officers Report.

City Health Officer Dr. w. P. s. Keating's report for December to the state board of health shows that there were Il cases of contagious diseases reported to him during the month of December, for these causes: Scarlet fever. 4: diphtheria and croup, 1; ty- phoid fever, 2; consumption, 4 total, II. The corresponding month for 1909 showed but nine cases, three of which were diphtheria and two measles. .
Norwich bulletin., 1911-01-02
Beats Assioned PatroImen.

The patrolmen of the police depart ment are assigned to the following beats for the current month: Sodon beat, Officer Grady; Jackson street beat, Officer Paulhus; Upper Main street beat. Officer McArthur: Center Main street beat. Officer Enander: day duty. Officer Manley; officer in charge during the night season, Lieut. Daniel killourey; officer in charge of all, Cap tain F.. II. Richmond
Norwich bulletin., 1911-01-02
Model for Boat Builder.

pr. H, k. F. Tiesing. whose fame as a boat builder has won him notoriety. IS i'll receipt of a handsome nZdel of a sIoop from Chicago friends for a Cnrlstmas present The minia ture is a beauty, but as far as graceful lines IS concerned it cannot hold a candle "a the craft that is fast nearing com pletion in the doctors cellar on the hill, and which will be launched with all the ceremonies accorded a United States battleship, it is said, in Lake Wangumbaug. just as soon as the warm season arrives
Norwich bulletin., 1911-01-02
A Quiet Holiday.

Practically all lines of business will be suspended throughout the Thread City today. in observance of New Years. The stores will close at noon, the postoffice will close at II a. m., and reopen at D. m. for the sale of stamps and attention to mail calls at the general delivery. The city carriers
Norwich bulletin., 1911-01-02
New Licenses for Hunters.

Hunting licenses for 1911 have been received at the office of the town clerk and all licenses for 1910 are now void, expiring Saturday night Dec. 31. The season for hunting rabbits does not close until January 15, but in order to hunt these few remaining days, hunt CTS must procure new licenses if they desire to do any more hunting. New licenses If obtained and taken out will be good for the balance of the year 1911
Norwich bulletin., 1911-01-02
WAUREGAN FRIENDS
Hear of Sudden Death of Mrs. p. J. Burke-Farmers Store Ten-Inch Ice Crop.

The news of the sudden death of Mrs. P. J. Burke of Cheshire caused much grief in Wauregan. She was very well known in that village and came here only a short time since to attend the funeral of her father, who also died suddenly. Mrs. Burke leaves two children, Carl and Elizabeth, aged 16 and years, respectively.
 Water conditions do not improve on the West Side. many wells being dry.
 William Wheatley, Jr., and John Murphy of Riverpoint, R. T., were re- cent guests of Wauregan relatives.
 Fred Topliff and family were with MT. and Mrs. H. P. Toplif over Christ mas.
 The farmers in this section have nearly all secured a good crop of 1O-11 inch ice, something unusual at this time of year.
Norwich bulletin., 1911-01-02
Holiday for Officials.

The regular meeting of the board of selectmen. that should be held today, is postponed until Tuesday, owing to the observance of New Tears. All of the city and town offices in the town building will be closed during the reg ular office hours today because of the legal holiday. The banks are to be closed all day also.
Norwich bulletin., 1911-01-02
WILLlMANTlC
What is Going On TonidI

Queen of the Outlaws 'Ca1lp-Matinee and Night.
 Moving Pictures at the Bijou and Scenic Temple.
 Annual Ff-Fi Hop at Town Hall this afternoon. m Natchaug Lodge. No. 22. Knights of ,,' Thread Tn City Cyciers' Assembly. Wash
Norwich bulletin., 1911-01-02
PARISH RECEPTION
Given at DayvilIe Congregational
 Church New Years Eve.

Rev. William J. Reynolds, pastor of the Congregational church at Dayville, and Mrs. Reynolds gave a reception in the vestry Saturday evening from ' to 10 o'clock to members of the church, the members of the Sunday school and their parents.
Norwich bulletin., 1911-01-02

Iron cloth is largely used today by tailors everywhere for the purpose Of making the collars of coats sit prop erly. This cloth is manufactured from steel wool and has the appearance of having been woven from horsehair.
Norwich bulletin., 1911-01-02
Holiday Schedule.
FRUETLEss RAID.
No Evidence of Law Breaking at the
 Central House.

Chief George M. Filling and Officer Thomas Marlow made a raid at the Central house Friday afternoon, but came away without any evidence to show that liquor was being illegally sold at the hotel The raid was the first in several weeks.
Norwich bulletin., 1911-01-02
Fancy Waists

Nos Waists. artistically covered with braid. in white, black. and gray, open front and back $50 each.
 Lawn Tailored Waists. from S1.0o up
 Silk waists, black, open front and back. from sS.50 to s7.50.
 Euu's vethsx Waists. open front and back. from s2.5o to s3.0o.
Norwich bulletin., 1911-01-02
Infant,s Death,

Marie Adele, the infant daughter of George and Eliza (Benoit) Claing, 10
 Ives street. died Friday evening. The funeral was held Saturday morning,
 with burial in St. Josephs cemetery.
Norwich bulletin., 1911-01-02
Millinery

going at less than half tue cost price.
 These Hats are going very fast, but rtln a few good ones remain; the hl8heet price hat now is S1.50. regu- 1nrly sold for s5.9S. Street Hats are -msrhsd down te 25c and soc.
Norwich bulletin., 1911-01-02
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will make but their morning delivery.
 and the rural carriers will take eth en- tire day off.
Norwich bulletin., 1911-01-02
Chance to Write.

Now we may expect Colonel Waiter son to put a, new gold point on his edi- torial pen and write praise of the pres ident in violet ink.-PittSburg Leader
Norwich bulletin., 1911-01-02
Popular as Bryan.

Isn't it strange how many calls for
 assistance have been sent to Mir. Roosevelt since the last election ?- Philadelphia Inquire>
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via which each one will travel between any two points will be specified
Norwich bulletin., 1911-01-02
Blankets and COmfOrterS

Full size Blankets, white. gray and rolorsd. s5c pr.
 Full size Blankets in white, gray and tan. at s1.50 and s2.0e pr.
 Beet California Wool Blankets, full size $500. ss.5e. ss.50 pr.
 Good size Conforters. s1.0o each. Large size Cou,forters. white cotton fllsd. at S2.5s and $3.00 each.