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Norwich bulletin., 1911-01-21
FoREsTERs.

Court Sachem, No. 94, gave one of it's successful evenings of whist on Thursday in Foresters' hall from to 10.30 p. m., with twenty-five tables playing. When the cards were count ed up the following were shown to be the prize winners: Firsts-Miss Han nah Higgins, AZ, an umbrella: J. Cou- nihan, A, an umbrella Seconds-Mrs. M. Hourigan, 43, pocketbook; B. Comeford, Al, a set of mems clothing supporters Conso1ations+Miss HOu- lihan and Robert McKiernan.
 Cake and ice cream were served aft CT the whist by the committee, which included Henry Clement, Dona Sem ino, Joseph R. Portelance, Fred Car tier and Thomas McKenna.
 Friday evening Court City of Nor wich No. 63, held a large and interest ing meeting, two candidates were in itiated and it was voted to have a class initiation the first meeting of March. It has been stated by several members that they can vouch for f1f- teen applicants by that time, as the applicants are willing to wait.
 several brothers from other courts through the state are going to receive an invitation to be present and make it a big night. The degree team un- der Captain Nowatsky is getting ready for the initiation.
 social hour is to be held after the meeting. A committee of three, con- sisting of Brothers Lavalle, Carey and Neibert was appointed with power to make arrangements.
Norwich bulletin., 1911-01-21
ODD FELLOWS.

Canton Oneco. No. 3, worked the de- gree on one candidate on Thursday evening at it's meeting in Odd Fellows hall, and elected one other applicant to membership, which will give the canton work for it's February meeting. Among the members attending were several from Mystic, Windham and Willimantic. On the 21st of February Canton Oneco is to entertain the state department council for it's annnal meeting, the meeting beginning at 1.30 in the afternoon and closing with a banquet in the lodge hall. There will be about 40 or 50 covers at the ban quet- There are about 30 men expect ed from the out of town cantons.
 Uncas lodge, No. Il, received two applications at it's meeting on Mon day evening in Odd Fellows hall, and is planning for a great night in Feb ruary, when it works the second de- gree. At that time 1t will have a class of about 20 on thes floor, made up of it's own candidates, and a number of candidates from Shetucket lodge, No. 27, and from Reliance lodge of Jewett City.
Norwich bulletin., 1911-01-21
REBEKAAS.

Hope Rebekah lodge, No. 21, met in regular session on Wednesday evening in Odd Fellows hall, but the meeting was not of long duration, as there was only routine business to occupy it's at tention. There was one visiting broth CT from out of town, MT. Nodine of TOrrington whoAi is a member of a New Hampshire lodge. In the absence of Noble Grand Mary D. Green through illness, Past Noble Grand Lula B. Pal mer presided.
 Noble Grand Mary E. Green and Past Noble Grands Margaret Hart and Grace Wiley were in Jewett City on Tuesday evening, attending the meet ing of Rutllie Rebekah lodge, when it's officers were installed.
 Thames Past Noble Grands' associa- ton held it's January meeting on Thursday afternoon in the lodge rooms of Orient Rebekah lodge in New Lon don, having 8 good number attending The business meeting was conducted by the president, Mrs. Margaret Hart, of Hope lodge, of Norwich, and others present from this city were Frank F.. Green, Mrs. Mary Worthiugton, Mrs. Mary Murray and Mrs. Harriet Jen- nings. It was decided to hold the Feb fuary meeting with Home lodge of Groton on a date to be set by them The past noble grands were given a very nice roast beef supper by Orient lodge.
 On next Tuesday evening Orient lodge is to have a public installation of it's officers. It is probable that a number of the Norwich Rebekal1s will attend.
Norwich bulletin., 1911-01-21

furujslled a dinner recently for the Pomona grange and received a neat sum for the memorial fund At tho last meeting two new members were initiated and three applications were read.
 Mccresor Corps.
 McGregor, No. A, of Danieleon, post on Jan. 4. Much sympathy is felt for the fetiring press correspond .ent of the corps, who has been an invalid since Aug. 31, and who never expects to be entirely well again, the result of a very bad fall. Having three consecutive yeArs,s she feels obliged to retire from office on ac- count Of her condition, and although she cannot attend the meetings of the corps, still-her heart is with us all How pretty card, now and then, from her sister members, would help to cheer her in her almost helpless condition, such is the condition of Mrs. Marguerite Sherman or. Daniel son corps, No A. We trust she may, suffering. The department cores pondent received a very nice letter recently and wonders how she can be so bright and cheerful
 The patriotic topic for January is: True Patriotism, evidence shown ercaAi ii6 thC Woi Wltll opctil WdiCl IIS>- ident Mckinley called for 100000 vol- unteers: 100000 men stepped for ward and said Here am l. take me-"
 The department correspondent of fers an apology for the 1ateness of her report, but was unable to write it up. on account of illness, and wishes to thank the sister members who called and all those who sent her beautiful Christmas and New Years cards. She is also pleased to see by the elections a y111 1aay- nf d. ents have been reelected for the com ing year, and hopes to hear from them as> regularly the coming year as in the past.
Norwich bulletin., 1911-01-21

The December report of the work done by the state corps has been pre- pared and issued by the department press corresuondent, Mrs. Hattie l.. Forbes. Among the special items of in- ttrest which she refers to the follow ing are selected:
 Sedgwick Corps.
 Sedgwick, No. 16, of Norwich, re- ports several old fashioned baked bean suppers, which were well attended Two new members have been initiated The annual election of officers also BOOK place. A Christmas bazaar was held Dec. Fl, and was a success, finan- ciaily and socially, $50 being real- ized. A supper was served in connec- tlon With the bazaar at which nearly 20O people were provided with all the good things which the ladies of No Is know so well how to arrange. The ladies also attended, and were cor dially entertained at camp fire giv- en by Sedgwick post, No. l.
 On Dec. 2S, Laura M. Norton, pa- triotic instructor of Manross corps, No: 9, accompanied by 12 of the ladies, ed to Miss Nellie Hills, the principal, the Declaration of Independence, in a handsome oak frame Miss Hills ac- cepted the gift in behalf of the school This gift is duplicate of the one giv- en to P1ainville school in September
 
 w. w. Perkins Corps.
 W. W. Perkins, No. IS. of New London. held it's sewing society on December i. at the home of Mrs. Phil : ip Spelman. A paper was read on Thanksgiving by Mrs. Alice Stewart, patriotic instructor. Several Mantle members met with Miss Eva Potter at Pine Grove and tied quilt for the holiday sale. At the reular meeting December the ladies voted to give $50 as their annual donation to Perkins place at this time. The corps accept ed an invitation to attend an open meeting of the S. of V. at All Souls church, and good number respond ed. At the meeting Dec. 22, closed the year with a total membership of 204, s4 members having been gained dur ing the year. Mrs. Lucy Hicks and Mrs. Nellie D. Orchard were awarded prizes for securing the greatest num- Der Of propositions. The meeting was followed by Q sale and supper. Home made cake, aprons and potted plants were for sale, $s1.s6 being cleared at this time.
 Francis S. Long Corps.
 Francis g. Long, No. 2S. of Willi- mantle. reports an annual inspection which was conducted by the depart ment president, Lois Irene Earl. Mrs. Earl compliments the corps, saying it was in as good condition as any corps she had been privfIiged to inspect during her administration. After the collation. was served in the banquet hall, which was followed by the social hour. At the meeting it was voted to give $50 toward the new Y. M. c. A. building.
 A. G. Warner. No. 2s, of Putnam,
Norwich bulletin., 1911-01-21
DEGREE OF PocAHoNrAs.

The Neosha club, which is affiliated swith Sebequonash council, No. II, held one of itss pleasant home wl1ists on Tuesday afternoon and evening with MT. and Mrs. Louis Vergason of Nor wich Town, serving the usual supper. which was heartily enjoyed. As a re- suit of the whist play in the evening, ing: Firsts-Mrs. Margaret Beckma n, 31, a salt and pepper shaker; Miss Az nes Thorpe, 32, cup and saucer. Sec ondS-Mrs. Anna Guile, 23, a water bottle; John A. Button, 30, an ash re- ceiver. Consolations-Mrs. Minnie Moves and Mrs. Murray. The next whist of the club will follow the regu- lar meeting of Sebequonash council in Foresters' hall on Monday evening next, and they will have another home whist in two weeks The council meet ing on Monday evening will be as short as possible, to make way for the whist that is to follow.
Norwich bulletin., 1911-01-21

evening was furnished in the first ap- pearance of the degree team. Ten can didates were on hand for initiation and the team gave a. most entertaining demonstration with them for the bene- fit of the applauding nest. The team numbered eight, who have been under the general direction of Invocator Jo- seph George, and they were all equip ped with the paraphernalia and other necessities to make the initiation ell it ought to be- They were generally complimented for their excellent work when the meeting was over, and tfss chances are that there will be largely attended meetings whenever it is known that the degree team Is to per- form. Norwich nest has now gone over the 300 mark in membership.
Norwich bulletin., 1911-01-21
Mems Wear

Mems Neglige Shirts, coat style. with attached cuffs, regular s1.oo and $1-25 quality-Today 79c each.
 MEMS AND BOYS SWEATERS to close oute at the following low prices: Regular s2.5o value-Today, price $1.98.
 Regular $2.oo value-Today, price $1.59.
 Regular s1.75 value-Today, price s1.2s.
 Regular s1.5o value-Today, price $1.17.
 Regular s1.oo value-Today, price 7ec.
 Mems Outing Flannel Work Shirts. in light, medium and dark colors, reg ular price 50c-Today, Special, 39c each.
 Mems Black Sox, seconds of 121zc quality-Today, Special, 7c a pair; for 25c.
Norwich bulletin., 1911-01-21
Upholstery and Carpet
 DepartmeEf--Third Floor

Short lengths Japanese Stair Mat ting, to 10 yards in each piece, reg ular price 29c-cIosing Out Price, 15c yard.
 Odd lot of Window Shades, mounted on guaranteed roller, regular price 55c and 75c-To close, Today, 33c and 45c.
 Remnants of Inlaid Linolel1ns. five to 14 yards, regular price s1.s5-To- day 95c.
 Odd pairs of Lace Curtains, values up to $3.00 a pslir-Today 98c a pair.
 Remnants of Curtain Muslin, scrim and lace materials, at Half Price.
Norwich bulletin., 1911-01-21
Hosiery and Underwear

-Women's Black Cashmere Hose, with French feet, our soc quality For today 39c pair.
 Women's Long and Short Sleeve Ribbon Corset Covers. full bleached, soc quality-Today 42c.
 Women's Harvard Mills make Rib- bed Merino Vests and Pants, in white and natural. 75c quality-Today 62lac. ci
 Children's PeeIer Ribbed Vests and Pants, fleecy lined, sizes IS to 26- inch, mill-run of 25c quality-Today 19c each.
Norwich bulletin., 1911-01-21
ELkS.

The stated meeting of Norwich lodge No. 43O, was held on Thursday evening in Pythian hall, Exalted Ruler Frank G. Aubrey presiding. Several applica-- tions for membership were received and referred to the proper committees A general committee of about 50 or 75 members was appointed. with E. l.. K. Allen C. Matthews as chairman. which is to take uo plans for the pro graInme for opening their new home. This committee will be subdivided into a nunaber Of smaller committees to take up the different details. The home is nearing completion. but the exact time for the opening is yet to be de- 'cided. although it is expected to be in the near future.
Norwich bulletin., 1911-01-21
Muslin Underwear Department

Special lot of Children's Rompers. blue chambray, to 5 years-Today only 25e. , Limited quantity of Children's Coat Sweaters, white, red, sizes to 10 years. regular s2.50 srade-Redueed to $f.5o.
 All our Novelty Chi1dren's Hats, as- sorted colors, at Closing Out Prices.
 One lot of Women's Sweaters, gray with colored borders, regular $2.50 quality--WhiIe they last, $1.50.
Norwich bulletin., 1911-01-21
Other Interesting Items
Al inc Notion Counter

Four-yard rolls White English Twilled Tape, IA to 3-4 widths, 5c value-Today Sc a roll.
 Pointed tip Shoe Laces, sc value 2e . pair; 3 pairs for Sc.
 Hig-iest grade Standard Tooth Paste-25e tube for 1oc. Boxed Perfume in a variety of standard odors-
 soc goods-Today for 35c -.i. 25c goods-Today for 1sc
Norwich bulletin., 1911-01-21
KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS.

The most important thing done by the national board of directors of the Knights of Columbus at their quarter -ly meeting in New Haven this week was the removal of the ban that has been on members of the order in the southern states from participatiOn in the insurance benefits of the order. The national order has refused mem bers of the order in several southern states for insurance, because of the risk that it was assumed would be talk en. The fear of yellow fever and other diseases in these parts caused the na- ional Knights of Columbus directors not to let those members living in southern states into the insurance class, but now all this has been re- moved. The national order has been making Investigations on it's own ac- count of the climatic and health condi- tions in the states of Florida, Arkan- sas, Georgia, Alabama, Louisiana, Tex have concluded that the health condf- tfons in those states have so much inn proved as to make 1t reasonably safe for the order to admit members to in sured class. One of the directors re- ported that there hasn't been yellow fever in the south in 20 years, reports to the contrary notwithstanding. Az the order has 160,000 members of the uninsured class against 80,000 insured members, the national board of di- rectors anticipate a big increase in the ranks of the insured membership. The directors are to begin at once a propaga nda of insurance, and much literature on the subject is to be sent out.
 The national secretary reported that the assets of the order now amount t.. s3,269,000. and that there are now total of 1,47S councils.
 The next quarterly meeting of the national board rof directors will be held in Washington, D. C., on April "A.
 In response to An invitation from San Jose council, No. IA, of Williman- tic to attend the exempliication of the third degree Sunday afternoon, Janu- ary 22. at 2 o'clock, a number of the members of White Cross council, No. 13, will journey to Willimantic tomor- row by the 12.45 trolley.
 On the following Sunday, White Cross council will have a class in the third degree numbering about 25, in- cluding men from Taftville and Mont vile councils. State Deputy William J. Mulligan of Thompsonville has mo- tiffed the council that he will be pres ent then, which will be an added at traction for the meeting, as it is his first visit to this section. With the well known reputation of White Cross council for working the third and the visit of the state deputy, a big at-- tendance of visiting sir knights from the nearby councils is expected.
Norwich bulletin., 1911-01-21
ROYAL ARcANuM.

poets to have the officers installed on Tuesday evening, Jan. 24. A change of installing officers brings Albert H. Barclay, grand orator of grand council, to perform the duties of the evening.
 installation of officers on it's programme
Norwich bulletin., 1911-01-21
DAUGHTERS OF LIBERTY.

Virginia Dare council, No. p, which now meets at No. 65 Union street, hav- ing removed it's lodge rooms some time ago from the Washington street loca- tion where it formerly met, is enjoying interesting council gatherings which are attended by a good proportion of the membership. The offices for the year have been filled, largely re- e1ec- tions, and the council is in shape for a progressive season.
Norwich bulletin., 1911-01-21
Special Reductions on Fur
 Coats. Neckpieces and Muffs

French Coney Coat, value s30- Reduced to S22.50.
 Black Pony. value sS5-Redueed to $25.
 Fine Russian Pony, value s65- Reduced to $49.50.
 Near Seal. value s75-Redueed to $62.5o.
 Black Pillow Muffs-Reduced to $5 Japanese Mink-Reduced to $8e8.
Norwich bulletin., 1911-01-21
SONS OF HERMAN.

In Germania hall on Thursday even- ing Germania lodge, No. II, conducted it's usual stated meeting. A report was received from a committee which had been in conference with Immergruen lodge, No. II, about holding a mas querade, which is to be given next Friday. The committees from the two lodges will carry out the details Jointly to make it a grand success.
Norwich bulletin., 1911-01-21
OWLS.

Their best meeting since organiza- tiou was held on Tuesday evening by Norwich nest of Owls, President Ash gathering in the rooms in the Stead building. All the new furniture except one desk was on hand and in position. so that the rooms were well equipped for business, and the feature of the
Norwich bulletin., 1911-01-21
WOmen'S NeckWear

Large assortment of Persian Bows. handsome designs, 25c quality-To- day 10c each.
 Lace Stocks with Cascade Jabots attached, 25c grade-Today 12Lsc each.
Norwich bulletin., 1911-01-21
Wash Goods

Reception Crepes, pretty line of col ors, 32 inches wide. regular 35c quail ity-Today 25c. .e
 Short lengths of Dress Ginghams, oe . yard.
Norwich bulletin., 1911-01-21
WOmen'S and Misses Wool Suiis

Finely tailored, good materials, all different styles. values up to s20- Reduced to $f295.
 Wemen's Extra Fine Tailored Suits, one of a kind, values s25 to s275O- Reduced to $18.98.
 Wsmen's Rain Coats, cravenette, moire, rubberized and fancy worsteds Reduced to $1o..
Norwich bulletin., 1911-01-21
Domestic Department

Remnants of Table Damask- Sheetings, Cottons and Crashes, will be put on sale at extraordinary low prices.
Norwich bulletin., 1911-01-21
WOmen'S and Misses Coats

50 inches long, black and a few mixtures-Redueed to $8.95.
 Women's Fine Black Coats, broad cloths and cheviots, value $199s- Reduced to $15.
Norwich bulletin., 1911-01-21
Gloves

|. Womens two clasp NCaEhmere Gloves, black and colors-SpeciaI Pic a pair.
 Women's and Children's Golf Gloves. red, brown, gray and navy blue-19c a pair.
Norwich bulletin., 1911-01-21
W0men's Dresses

Silk, wool, velvets, a mixed lot, value up to s25-Reduced to $17.5O.
 Childrens Coats, different co1ors and materials. 3 to 10 years all styI- ishly made-Closing out price S4.50.
Norwich bulletin., 1911-01-21
KNIGHTS OF PYTHiAs.

Wauregan lodge, No. 6, and Gardner lodge, No. 46, have completed arrange ments to have Rev. F. $. feathers of Westwood. Mass. come here next
Norwich bulletin., 1911-01-21
REp MEM.

The officers of Tecumseh tribe, No. 43. were installed on Wednesday even- Sachem Alfred Ligoury of New Lon- don at specially interesting meeting. The installing officer was assisted by R. D. Harris as great prophet and Flu : gene Busch as great sanape.
 The following was the list of off, cers: Prophet. L. N. Larsen; sachem, L. G. Mcguire; senior sagamore, P. c. Carpenter; junior sagamore, A. Kumpf; chief of records, Henry P. James ; keeper of wampun, S. c. Culver; first sanape. B. B. Crandall; guard of wig wam, R. D. Harris; guard of forest, J. l.. Smith.
 A social hour and smoker followed the business.
Norwich bulletin., 1911-01-21
Echoes From The Lodge Room
Knights of Columbus Enter Southern Terrifory-State Department Council to Meet With Canton Oneco- Court Decision for United Worlmen- Installations Performed and to Come.

Tuesday evening to deliver an illus trated lecture on Pythianisr1. The meeting is to be open to the public and all will be welcome whether members of the order or not, and 1t is expected that much information of value about Pythianism will be disseminated by the address and the views which go with it. The meeting will be held at 8 o'clock in Pythian hall, which is the regular meeting place for Wauregan lodge.
Norwich bulletin., 1911-01-21
WOIlleIlS'S
 And Misses WearableS. . :.

Considering how little there is to pay, it is now a ques= ton of choosing before the best is gone. Here is the last of the best; the prices tell you that to further de= lay selection is to risk se- curing the biggest values.
Norwich bulletin., 1911-01-21
WoMAN's RELIEF CORPS.

The December report of the work done by the state corps has been pre- pared and Issued by the department press corresuondent, Mrs. Hattie l.. ForDes. Among the special items of in- ttrest which she refers to the follow ing are selected:
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1911-03-22
TARIFF is TO BE CUT
IN SPECIAL SESSION
Chairman Underwood Of Ways and
Means Body So Declares as
Reply to Taft.

Washington The consideration OF
plans for the majority IN the next con
gress which win meet on April 4
was begun Monday by the Demo
cratic members OF the ways and
means committee.
In statement issued by Chairman
Underwood Of the committee he an
nounces with emphasis that there Is to
be tariff revision legislation passed by
the house. This is in answer to Presi-
dent Taft, who intimated in a southern
speech that there might be nothing
more lone at this session than the pas
sage of the Canadian reciprocity pact.
The president was assured by both
Mr.. Clark and myself" says Mr.. Under
wood, that the Democratic majority, IL
called into special session, would I'M
dertake a downward revision of the
tariff, cutting the schedules to a tariff
Cor revenue basis. There can have
been no misunderstanding about this.
Mr.. CLARK, in his recent speeches and
interviews, has been telling his hear
ers there is to be tariff revision during
the special session.
The first schedule to be subjected
to the cutting process will be the
wooden schedule. The Democrats be-
lieVe the president, having condemned
this schedule, will be ready to sign a
revised schedule with much lower rates
OF duty. This is to be followed by the
cotton and textile schedule and steel
schedule.
1t is possible the Democrats. If they
are successful In getting these sched-
ules through and approved may decide
TO let other schedules of the tariff wait
for revision untn the regular session OF
congress next winter
President Taft's Canadian reciproc-
ity agreement will be passed by the
house as it comes from the presi-
dent"
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1911-03-22
TAFT ARBITRATION PLAN
INTERESTS ALL EUROPE
Sir Edward Grey's Support of General
Anslo-American Treaty Called
Epoch-Making Speech.

London. - Enormous interest has
been aroused throughout Europe in
Sir Edward Grey's speech in
which he alluded TO President Taft's
recent address on arbitration as bold.
courageous and pregnant with conse-
quences." and said he was of the opin-
ion that the British government would
place the stamp Of approval upon that
sentiment. The speech is referred to
by the Liberals as an epoch-making
address and is an absorbing topic of
discussion among the members Of par
lament.
By universal consent It is the most
important announcement made in
parliament in many years
THE wagon Of the English-speaking
people is now hitched to a star" said
Sir Henry Norman. "The rest may
come slowly, but 1t will come, and it
will date from 1911"
Similar opinions were expressed by
the most progressive members of the
house of commons. Indeed, many
members connected with the arbitra-
ton movement found it difficult to be-
lieve that Sir Edward Grey had not
made sure of his ground with regard
to the negotiations with the United
States before going so far in a pub
lie utterance.
Lord Reay, the British delegate to
The Hague conference of 1907, heart
lily welcomes the idea and thinks that
general arbitration treaty between
Great Britain and the United States
might be the occasion for the estab-
hshment Of a permanent arbitration
tribunal and that the only possible op-
position in America would come from
the Irish section.
The Nationalist party in the house
of commons, discussing the matter,
are frank in declaring that 1t would
be quite impossible to secure accept
ance of the treaty until home rule has
been granted Ireland.