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Norwich bulletin., 1911-02-25
ELLINGTON
Death in Hartford of Fon1er Resident
 -PersonaI Mention.

Balthes Bahr, one of the oldest Ger man residents of Ellington, was found dead in bed Saturday morning at the residence of his daughter. Mrs. K. B. Geary, in Hartford. Death was due to heart disease. with which he had been afflicted for some time. MT. Bahr was 85 years old. For many years he was successful farmer here. but retired a few years ago He is survived by four daughters, Mrs. K. B. Geary, Miss Rosa J., Bahr, and Mrs. E. w. Beloen, all of Hartford, and Mrs. Talmadge Swift of New Britain. He also leaves several grandchildren. His, wife died U8 years ago. The funeral was held on Monday morning in Hartford. The re- mains were brought here for burial in the Center cemetery.
 Notes and Personals.
 Miss Matte E. Niles attended the twenty fourth anniversary of the mar riaSe of MT. and Hrs. Moule in South Manchester last Sunday.
 The library was closed on Washing tons birthday.
 Miss Rosa Liebman returned to New York on Saturday.
Norwich bulletin., 1911-02-25
HOLLAND COUNTY.
COLUMBIA
Burial of Mrs. Lsandsr Richardson
 Other Obituary Notes-Accident.


 The body of Mrs. Mary Fuller Rich ardson, who died at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Alfred Russell, in Or ange. Conn, was brought here for bur- ial. Funeral services were held at tho church in this place on Tuesday at D. m. The deceased was the wid- ow of Deacon Leander Richardson of this place and one of the oldest mem bers of the Columbia Congregational church. She resided here until the death of her husband, after which she went to reside with her daughter in Orange. She is survived b. one daugh- ter, Mrs. Russell, and one son, Erv- ing l.. Richardson, who resides in Flor ida. Burial was in the family lot in the Columbia cemetery.
 Death of Mrs. Susan w. Brown.
 Mrs. Susan Wright Brown, wife of Albert Brown, died at her home near Columbia lak,el last Saturday evening from complications following an at- tack of grip. She was about 83 years of age and had been in feeble health for some time. She is survived by her husband and one son, Albert E. Brown of this place. and several grandchn- dren. Funeral services were held on Tuesday at II o'clock with burial in Columbia cemetery.
 cassius w. FuIIsr's Death.
 Cassius W. Fuller, son of Mr. and Mrs. John w. Fuller, died at the home of his parents, Sunday morning, after painful illness of several months from Brights disease and heart trou- ble. He was IS years of age and an only son. He is survived by his par ents. who have the heartfelt sympathy of the community in their sad bereave- ment. Funeral services were held on Wednesday.
 Injured Foot.
 Charles Blakey cut his foot badly white chopping recently.
Norwich bulletin., 1911-02-25
WINDHAM
Mir. and Mrs. Alfred Harvey Move to
 Woodstock-Local Items.


 Rev. Mir. Talmadge of Wauregan were here on Friday, the 17th, and con- ferred the degree of knight on several of the members of the Knights of King Arthur. MT. Talmadge is marquis of the order.
 MT. and Mrs. Alfred Harvey are to move to Woodstock about March 1, where MT. Harvey will have charge of MT. Deming's place. MT. and Mrs. Harvey are active workers in the Con gregational church and will be greatly missed.
 Miss Bessie Maynard has returned from New London.
 Miss Elsie Challenger is visiting her sister, near Hartford.
 The Junior Christian Endeavor so- ciety held a social in the chapel on Wednesday. There were songs and recitations by the children, and cake and fruit punch were served.
 A. E. Harvey's auction of farming implements and stock attracted a large number of people on Wednesday. Mrs. Henry Bingham catered.
 Attended Meeting in Hartford. Rev. H. c. Grimes, Alan Guild, Les ter and Ralph Eaton and Eden Cook attended the conclave of the Knights of King Arthur in Hartford on We'd nesday, attending the banquet in the evening and returning home Thursday morning.
 Mrs. B. K. Leffingwell entertained several friends Tuesday evening.
 The subject of Rev. H. C.. Grimes sermon on Sunday will be The Mount of Life: The Great Sermon. Matt. 5: 1. The c. F.. meeting will be led by Mrs H. c. Lathrop; topic, Missions in the United States.
Norwich bulletin., 1911-02-25
oNEC!!O
Two Patriots Display Flags on Wash
 ington,s Birthday.

Observers didn't notice any flag floating at Oneco schoolhouse Febru- ary 22. Frank Hazard and George Potter were the only ones who had their flags floating in honor of Wash ington's birthday.
 Mrs, R. B. Marriott was in Provi- dence Tuesday.
 Mrs. E. l.. Kenyon was in Moosup Monday.
 Alice Burdick visited over Sunday with her parents, returning to Jewett City Monday morning.
 MT. Potter of Willimantic was vis- iting schools in the town of Sterling on Washington's birthday.
 Alexander O.. Dougherty seems to be a little better.
 Mrs. DougaI Frazier is improving slowly.
 Miss Annie McManus returned to Packerville Monday morning, after spending Sunday at her home Tn Oneco.
 o. w. Bates and Earl Holt were in Providence Saturday.
 Miss Minnie Thatcher is visiting her sister at Putnam.
Norwich bulletin., 1911-02-25
gll|Ilg!GT0M
sLeeal lnferss ormsr Pastor MaJs1
 ina Good HSc1rd m chicaao


 Rev: lar qardner is still criticalla III, bat is holding his own remarkably considering his are and the sevsEtty q s'.H Rev. V E. W. Darrow Sunday mornis: gave the last of his helpful address1 on the Christfan's Armer. There wao . ported porte sflsnds at Sunday school. e~0 were n
 Several local teachers are planning to attend their institute at the normal school illimantic, today (Satur- '1,lS Mrs. a K W. Pratt made a week end visit in New London with. her son. Robert Preston Pratt, and wife.
 Lucien B. Clark. who has been housed for most of the winter, is able to sit up g. part of the time.
 Active in Chicago.
 The address of former pastor, Rev. Charles W. Wolfe, is No. 4s5 Hillis Wolfe writes very Interestingly of their new field. which Is under the great Woodward avenue First Baptist church, of which the famous Dr. Fiske is pas- tor. They are in a rapidly developing part of the city and this new field baptized several. MT. Wolfe's series of Sunday evening sermons on The Amer ican Boy are proving very popular.
 Several young people who have been fdentlhed with this place are useful in their present environment. Nellie Towne Burleson is doing good work in her school in Union and making peo- pie happy by her gift of recitation in grange and church work. Roy Tucke9 and wife, Mrs. Cora Dimock Tucker, are active in Endeavor work in Leba- non. where they have pleasant home The four Pierce sisters are Sunday school teachers in Providence. They with their mother took letters from here to the South Baptist church there.
 The Endeavora meeting Sunday evening was led hy Rev E. w. Darrow and was interesting.
Norwich bulletin., 1911-02-25
MOOSUP
Funeral of Mrs. Daniel Burchard--Ao- cident to Frank Cote-Mrs. Fred Johnson's Death.

The funeral of Mrs. Daniel Burchard was held Tuesday afternoon from her home, on Salisbury avenue, Rev. J. l.. Wheeler. a former pastor of the Moos- up Methodist church, and the pastor, Rev Otis H. Green, onlciating. Mrs. Burchard was 72 years old, had been an invalid for nearly ten years and for six years had been confined to her bed, much of the time unable to help her self, yet through it all she had been a patient sufferer. The body was placed in the tomb, and later will be taken to Woonsocket, R. l., for burial. She leaves her husband and one son.
 Cut an Artery.
 Frank Cote, employed in the Union cotton mills met with a se- we're accident He fell and dn trying to save himself gashed his arm with an open claspknife, which he held in his hand. One of the arteries was cut and bled profusely.
 Prime Ice Stored.
 The King Brothers and Edward Mor- timer have filled their large ice houses at Moosup pond the past week. The ice was from eight to ten inches in thick ness and of good quality.
 Death of Mrs. Fred Johnson.
 News was reeived here Friday of the death of Mrs. Fred Johnson, for merly Miss Jennie Bennett, at the Rhode Island hospital where she and her infant son were taken, suffering from an attack of scarlet fever. Sev- eral years of Mrs. Johnson'S life were spent in this village, where her moth CT resides. She is survived by her husband four children.
Norwich bulletin., 1911-02-25
.sIoRRS.
Annual Military Ball at coIIeee-club
 Meets-Social Events.

The annual military ball was held on Friday evening, February IT, The college hall was decorated with Amer ican and state flags, bunting and crossed rifles. The grand march of forty couples was led by Lieut.. J. The patronesses were Mrs. Beach, Mrs. Thom, Mrs. Stoneburn. Mrs. Smith and Miss Hayes. Royces or chestra of Willimantic furnished the music. During the intermission ice cream and cake were served. There was a competitive drill of four men from Companies A and B. The cons test was won by Company B.
 Book Club Meets.
 The Book club met with Mrs. H Is Garrigus "Wednesday evening, Mrs. Beach and Miss Hopkins reading.
 The Ladies' circle met with Mrs C. H. Savage Thursday afternoon.
 College exercises were suspended on Washington's birthday.
 Lectured in Other Colleges.
 Prof. J. N. Fitts of the mechanical department on Monday and Tuesday made a trip to several colleges giving mechanical courses, including Rhode Island college and New Hampshire state college at Durham.
 On Friday afternoon an informal tea was held in Grove cottage from four to six, at which time members of the faculty had an opportunity to meet the students in a social way. Tho cake served was provided by the class in cooking. -
 Meeting of Faculty Club.
 The Faculty club meet in the chem- fcal lecture room Tuesday evening. The speakaer of the evening was H. D. Edmond who spoke on Colormeurio Methods of Soil Analysis, and results of work in the experiment station fields
Norwich bulletin., 1911-02-25
BROOKLYN
Death of Charles E. cievsIand-Holi- :
 day Observance.

Mrs. Frank A. Spau1dfng is in . hos pita1 at Worcester for treatment.
 Charles B. Cleveland died on Sunday, the 18th, after an illness of, three weeks. His funeral was held on We'd nesday the burial being in the family lot in the South cemetery. Rev. A J. Culp officiated. He was 8 painter by trade, and lead poisoning was given as wife.
 There are many cases of sickness and colds which are attributed to the sudden changes in the weather.
 T. D. Pond and wife have returned home from an enforced absence cais- ed by the serious illness of Mrs. Pond.
 George A. Witter and wife spent Sunday with relatives i'm Saylesvi1le, R. 1.
 Washington's birthday was observed in town by the closing of the schools and the Savings bank. A few flags were displayed.
Norwich bulletin., 1911-02-25
NORTH COVENTRY.
Second Congregational Church of cov-
 entry Calls a Pastor.

At meeting of the members of the Second Congregational church. held Monday evening, unanmious call was given the Rev. H. Martin Kellogg of Voluntown, to become their pastor. MT. Kellogg has preached here several times, and comes highly recommended, having held charges in Lebanon, Greenwich and other places. MT. Kel- logg and his wife were present and he heartily accepted the call in 8 few earnest words. The usual arrange ments for salary, etc, were voted. After the meeting a large social gath ertng welcomed the new pastor and wife with music, singing and games. At the close refreshments were served.
Norwich bulletin., 1911-02-25
WINDHAM COUNTY.
SOUTH WOODSTOCK
Surprise Party for Mir. and Mrs. Albert IavalIey-Rev. E. D. Sargent Gives Lecture on Holland.

yudson Sanger was in Boston on Monday.
 Miss Mary Flynn was home from Norwich over Sunday.
 Adolpt Lawson is working for Fred John Burleson, after his serious ill., naos, is slowly gaining and able to stt up some.
 Birthday Surprise Party.
 Saturday night a goodly company of rs&ghbors, with guests from outside, gnve a surprise party to MT. and Mrs. Albert Lavalley, in honor of Mrs. La- Valleys birthday. Their home, the the surprise to both was genuine. The evening was spent delightfully."- in the freedom of the home and visiting, games, and not a little of pleasure was added by the choice collection of rec ords rendered on the photograph Re- frsshments were served.
 Lecture by Rev. F. D. Sargent.
 Tuesday evening an appreciative au- dience gathered at the church to enjoy the lecture by the Rev. F. D. Sargent of Putnam, entitled Picturesque HoI- land. The lecture was given under the management of the Young Peoples league, and as a favor by the lecturer At the close rising vote of thanks was given MT. Sargent.
 Mrs. George Butts has been ill for some days.
 Miss Nellie Burleson came home TO- day on a vacation from teaching at Union.
 Oliver Lowe moved this week to East Woodstock, with his family, where they are to occupy the old home of Mrs. Lowe, with her people,
 Decision Sunday.
 The Sunday school will observe March 9th as Decision Sunday. Next Sunday the pastor will preach dis course in preparation for that
 The Ladies' Aid society met at the home of w. Henry Young on Wednes- day afternoon, with a good attendance Calvin Young died at the home of his nephew. Austin Young. on Tuesday morning. The badly was removed to Danielson, where his funeral was held on Thursday at o'clock, with burial in Westfield cemetery of that place.
 The mid week service was held as a cottage meeting Thursday night at the home of Mrs Hattie Russell.
Norwich bulletin., 1911-02-25
MINISTER
Everett Kenyon and Family Write
 from North Carolina.

The meeting of the Westminster ecclesiastical society will be held in She church Wednesday afternoon. March 1.
 The entertainment which was to have been given by the w. c. T. U. and the Loyal Temperance legion in the Town hall last Friday evening, was postponed until last Tuesday eve- ming on account of the storm.
 Charles Dewing was in Danielson this week.
 Everett Kenyon and family, who went to North Carolina a few weeks ago, write to their friends here that they are improving in health. There have been only one or two frosts there since their arrival. The farmers are already beginning to blow And plant their gardens.
 Schools closed for Washington's birthday
Norwich bulletin., 1911-02-25
Ensiish Tea Party Proxss Big sue- cess-othsr Social Affairs--Person- als.


 The English tea in the church vestry proved a success in every way. Sup per was served to about 200 After wards fine concert was listened to in the audience room. MT. Burton being in charge. MT. Royal and Br. Bamford of Baltic were heard with much pleas ure, also Misses Seguin and McStay of Central Village. The complete pro- gramme follows:
 Pianoforte solo, Miss Mildred Mo Stay; Glee, Young Peoples Choir; recitation, Lancashire Dialect, Anon; song, MT. Royal; recitation, Miss Hol- Hnssworth; song. My Lady's Bower, ton; duet, The Pilot Brave, w. Mus grave and Rev. F. S. Bamford; song, Wonder, Miss Mildred McStay; in strumental duet, A. Burton and MT. Holloway; recitation. Miss Holhngs- worth; song, W. Musgrave; instru- mental duet, A. Burton and Miss M McStay; song, MT. Bamford of Baltic; song. MT. Royal; song. Rev. F. s. Bam- ford: Glee, Young Peoples Choir.
 A portion of the programme was by local entertainers, all doing well in their several lines
 Seriously III.
 Mrs. Shea, mother of Miss Nellie Shea, formerly of Greeneville, is crit ically ill at her home here.
 George Dean is very i'll at his home on Flat Rock MT. Dean sustained a secious fall about three weeks ago, and has since been a great sufferer
 The cottage meeting with Mrs. An nie Briggs Wednesday evening was fairly we'll attended.
 Dance Follows Entertainment.
 The entertainment of the M. M. & M. E.. clubs, given in Babcocks hall was well attended. After the play a dance was enjoyed by good number. Krauss' orchestra furnished music.
Norwich bulletin., 1911-02-25
ATTAWAUGAN
Marriage of Joseph TetreauFt and Miss
 M. E. Benoit-Notes.

Mrs Clara Brown and daughter Clara were in Providence last Friday.
 MT. and Mrs William Harvey were guests of Charles Weeks and family over Sunday
 MT. and Mrs. Clarence Weeks spent the week end in Putnam.
 Emma Rollinson visited Mrs. Will jam Smith in Putnam Tuesday.
 Mrs. Joseph GIenor has returned home from a visit of several weeks in Norwich. Her little son Louis is threatened with pneumonia
 MT. and Mrs. Henry Kosmaler spent Sunday in Webster.
 Joseph Tetreault, Jr., of this plave and Miss Molora. E. Benoit of Putnam were united in marriage Monday at g o'clock.
 A birthday party was given John Pechie, Jr.. Saturday evening. He received many handsome gifts.
Norwich bulletin., 1911-02-25
CENTRAL VIII l AGE
Vtorstsd Mil Running Full Time ID. Emily LsstsPs 83d Birthda Play by High School aenioFe.

Mpa, AIberfua Burdick and daughters Christine ana Arlepe If Jewett City have been guests of Mrs. Arthur Will uauB.
 Mrs. Elizabeth Rouse has been here
 Miss Rose Edyths seguin sang 2 solo at the concert at Ftainf1eld Saturday evening.
 bury Saturday to attend the funeral of her brother, Henry PhilHps. Burial was here in the Phillips lot in Ever green cemetery.
 HI Elmer Lewis has returned from Hartford, where he has been spending several days with friends.
 Mrs. Van Woodworth of Danielson has been teaching here on account of the illness of Miss Moore.
 Mrs. Arthur Baton and two children of East Killingly have been visiting local relatives.
 spent Sunday at the home of Sheriff George R. Bliven.
 Many local people attended the Co., lonial dance held at Miners hall in Moosup, Wednesday evening by the D. A. R.
 At PlainfieId Entertainment.
 Mrs. E. Hoxie Lillibridge, Miss Edna Lil1i'bridge, Mrs. Fred Tillinghast, Mas ter Waldo Tillinghast. Mrs. Frank Til- 
 Mrs. Charles Bragg were in Plainheld Saturday afternoon to attend the Eng fish tea and concert at the church.
 Mrs. William Jowett, who has been at the home of her mother in South bridge Mass, several months oh ac- count of ill health, returned to her home Saturday. Her sister from Soutflbridge came with her.
 Frank c. Tillinghast has been con- fined to his home by illness
 Miss Hazel Smith of Groton has been visiting her grandparents, MT. and Mrs. Esec Smith.
 On Full Time.
 The Central Worsted company,whi has been closed for few days, started Monday morning on full time.
 Mrs. Celinda McStay is at the Day Kimball hospital, where she had a suc- cessful operation performed Wednes- day.
 Dr. Alvah G. King of Phenix, R. T., was a Saturday visitor here.
 Eighty third Birthday.
 Mrs. Emily Lester passed her S3d birthday Tuesday. She enjoys very good health. She was well remember ed with gifts and had a.shower of post cards.
 The Kings Daughters met Tuesday afternoon.
 Jack Capwell, manager of Daggett's market, has been suffering with broken rib.
 Organist Entertains Choir.
 The choir of the Congregational church was pleasantly entertained by the organist, Miss Lucy Broadhead, at her home on School street a few even- ings ago. After a social time, a dainty lunch was served.
 William Gouche and family have moved back here after residing in Ply mouth, Mass. a few months.
 Seniors Give Play.
 The seniors of the high school gave the pleasing play MT. Bob at the town hall Friday evening. The cast follows: Philip Royson, J. Francis Sullivan |; Robert Brown, John A. Prior; Jenkins, Harold G. Williams; Rebecca Luke, l.. Elfreda Flyers; Katherine Rogers. Mil dred E. Lathrop; Marion Bryant, Es- ther F. Bergstrom; Patty, l.. Beatrice Seguin.
Norwich bulletin., 1911-02-25
WATERBURY,.
Billy B. Once Famous Trotter, Has to Be Put Out of Sufferins-Was 28 Years Old

Billy B., the faithful family horse owned by F L. Bennett for over 28 years, was killed cn Wednesday, as he will ill and MT Bennett and his family did not want him to suffer. w. U. Medbury. a neigfbor, did the killing Billy B. had been sick only a week He was a famous trotter and was known all over the state. He was born on the farm where he spent his last days and was trained by his own- CT when MT. Bennett was 20 years of age The horse was 23 years old June Sth, 1910.
 Valentine Tea.
 The Valentine tea given by the la dies of the M. P. church Wednesday night was a success in every way. The hasl was crowded. people coming from far and near.
 Harry Phillips of Canterbury died this week.
 Little Miss Matte A. Bennett has been speeding a week with her little cousin, Miss Doris I. Carpenter, of South Main street, Plainfield.
 Mrs A. R. Farnham, who has been visiting her daughter, Mrs. H. G. Car penter of Plainfeld, has returned home.
Norwich bulletin., 1911-02-25
SOUTH WlNDHAM.
Chimney Fire-Address on Temperance
 Work.

MT. and Mrs. Frank Clifford spent Sunday with Mrs. Harriet Chesebro of Norwich
 A bad chimney fire Sunday morning in the house occupied by Emil Eric son was soon extinguished by hand extinguisher.
 Mrs. Alfred Card, who has been con- fined to the house by illness. is out once more.
 Mrs. Green of Providence has been the guest of Mrs. w. C.. Card.
 Mrs. Charlotte Kinney has returned to Norwich after 8 two weeks stay with Mrs. W. C. Murdock
 Miss Gertrude Turner is spending a few days in Springfield.
 Mr. and. Mrs. John Rose were week end visitors with Charles Upton of Hartford. s
 Louis Deschampe and August Gou- dreau, who have been living at the South Windham house, are to move their families to the Sanatorium cot tage today (Saturday).
 Mrs, Richard Perry and ch1idsVs
Norwich bulletin., 1911-02-25
RAWSON

Henry Clapp has sold his farm to Horace Mills of Douglass. MT. Clapp has bought the Demming farm on Hampton Hill.
 Jared Wade has sold his farm to AL win Sweet, and is moving to Baltic.
 Mrs. Dwight Phillips is recovering from an attack of grip.
 Mrs. George Kimtan was a Daniel- son caller on Monday.
 Flank Phillips and Joseph Dietschie were at Warrenville on Sunday.
 Harold Cunningham of Elliotts was the guest of Dwight Phillips on Tues day.
 James Wade of Baltic wa sa week end caller at his fathers.
Norwich bulletin., 1911-02-25
WARRENvILLE
Death of Andrew Hushes-Dance-
 Personals.

Mrs M. A. H. Cady. who has been very ill with pneumonia, is recover ing.
 Andrew Hughes died last Friday of heart failure. The deceased was 65 years old. His funeral was held on Monday afternoon, Rev. B. c. Bugbee officiating.
 Ashford grange. No. 90, held it's reg ular meeting in Bakers hall Wednes- day evening.
 George Dean has moved to Mans field Center and is being cared for by his daughter. Mrs. Levi Upton.
 There was dance in Bakers hall Friday evening.
 Mrs. Earl Wright, who has been wis., iting her parents, returned to her home here Thursday.
 Local friends of George c. Mathew son of Willimantic are sorry to hear of his illness
 Judge o. D. Baker and daughter Julia spent Sunday in Hartford, the guest of E. A. Fields.
Norwich bulletin., 1911-02-25
DAYvILLE
Happenings of the Week-visitors and
 Travellers.

Miss Rapnie Stebbins spent Sunday in Norwich.
 Miss Myrtice Blanchard spent the week end in Providence.
 William N. Burnett and Fred E.. Mil- Ter were guests of Providence friends Wednesday,
 Miss Maude Phillips of Hartford was the guest of Miss Winnie Shaw
 Mrs. Lucretia Bowen is somewhat better.
 MT. and Mrs. Roy Spaulding and son, Philip, of Ashland, N. C., are visiting Dr. and Mrs. A. E. Darling.
 Miss Ruth Bennett has been visiting in Worcester.
 Mrs. Harriet Blanchard was called to Providence, owing to the illness of her daughter -in- law
 MT. and Mrs. N. Y. Grieg spent Sum- day in Hanover.
 Mrs. Frank Burnett is visiting friends in Pawtucket.
 Mrs. Ellen Williams is with her son, George Williams.
 Mrs. c. A. Russell and Mrs. w. F. Bidwell served at the Washington tea given by the D. A. R. chapter We'd nesday.
Norwich bulletin., 1911-02-25
SOUTH CA TERBURY

Mrs. c. p. Dous1ass and son, Willie, Of Norwich, were guests of Mc. and Mrs. T. !. Barber Saturday
 MT. and Mrs. Frank R. Burdic1x and son, FFancts, of Norwich, were guests of Mrs. Burdicks g parents, Mir. and Mrs. Levi N. Clark, last week Friday.
 A number Of the farmers are getting up large wood piles. enough to last q year, so as not to interfere with their farm work later in the season. It does not take long to cut up a number of cords of wood by power, and there are several wood saving machines in the town.