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The Washington herald., 1912-09-01

sympathetic spirits. 1t is more than a
preparation for life. 1t is life. To this end
large amount OF freedom of initiative
and choice of occupation in the daily life
of the children is encouraged, the object
of the school being to respond to the ex-
pressed desire OR known need Of each
child in such way as to keep alive and
to make the most of his or her special
interests, the relation of child and teacher
being always that of friendly companion
ship.
Now, then, let's see how the boys and
girls feel about school this morning"
A slight difference of opinion seemed
to exist among the boys and girls as to
which particular study wsuld afford the
most edification to the visitor, but at last
it was settled that the difficult feat of
elevating the feet in the air, known to
accomplished street urchins the world over,
was the particular part of the curriculum
that would show off the advantages of the
school to the visitor in the very best
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to Wrestle

0vF4HAT adult man or woman will
Nv not breathe Backward. turn
NV backward, o Time, in thy
w fight" when he reads that
there is school in existence
where every boy and girl does as he or
she likes? This novel scholastic idea is
the keynote of the teach at Arden, the
colony of the single tax community, in
The Washington herald., 1912-09-01

boys and held their own in the frolics
in the water. The swimming sessions
were evidently very popular hours with
the attendants at this schoo. A hike
through the woods followed. and school
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the boarder goes on and on with his
abuse until he feels that he has gone
too far. Then he grows ashamed of
himself and slips James a quarter.
Thank you, SIR says James, and
they both feel better, and the boarder
remarks, James is pretty good boy
after all"
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Poor Memory His Best Asset.

Poor Memory His Best Asset.
JAMES is very popular negro in a
boarding house and is accounted I'M
usually reliable. He receives, there
fore, frequent gratuities and is exceed
ingly prosperous.
This in spite of the fact that he has
one of the greatest capacities for for
getting of any one to be met with even
among the employees of boarding house.
What, then, is the secret of his repu-
tation for being reliable man? One
boarder has studied the problem and
gives the answer
He never refuses to execute COM
mission, is always apparently attentive
to any order given him, and when the
angry boarder blows him III f"- his fail
ure to do what he was told he takes it
meekly and stoically.
He seems such an easy mark that
The Washington herald., 1912-09-01

LIZ was DOih oh thC uds Nhe
distinguished author died She is the
property of John Walker, of Siesholtz,
vile, Pa, and is being exhibited in va
rious parts of the country.
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Your Honor" he began, this man may
have bad temper and an unruly tongue,
but he attends to his duties better than
any other janitor 1 ever knew, and I've
been living in Harlem fats for forty
years. Harlem is the place where the
janitor is king. This defendant keeps
the heat at the proper degree and never
fails to give us plenty of hot water. He
also keeps the house as neat as PIN
well, there is SO much in this mans
favor" said the Magistrate, that think
a reprimand and caution may be all
that is necessary to make INN curb his
tongue"
Then wrinkling his brow and assuming
a stern look and severe manner of speech
the Magistrate added =
"But just wait until 1 get my ianitor
before mer'
Norwich bulletin., 1912-12-27
WEDDING.
Muatard-Pottar.

At the home of MT. and Mrs. W. N. Potter No. 146 Church street, Thurs day afternoon at o'clock Miss Ida M., their youngest daughter, and James P. Mustard of this city were married by the Rev. William Franklin Rowley pas tor of the First Baptist church. The bride was given away by her father and was attended by her sister, Miss Amy Potter, as bridesmaid. The best man was A. Curtis Case of Hartford. The bride wore white satin, with pearl trimmings and carried a shower bou- quet of white roses and lilies of the xalley. Her bridesmaids wore yellow and carried yellow roses. The house was decorated in evergreen and holly, and the marriage was solemnized under an arch of evergreen in the living room. A. N. Vaughn and Arthur N. Potter, brother, were the ushers. Helmold's orchestra furnished music at the reception. MT. and Mrs. Mus tard left in the evening for southern trip, and will reside at No. 89 Wind ham road, where a newly furnished home awaits them. The groom Is an ex-foreman of Alert Hose company, ex-president of the Thread City Cy- clers, and is prominent in Masonic cir cles, being a past master of Eastern Star lodge, No A, F. and A. M., and at present holds office In St. Johns commandery, No. Il, Knights Templar. He Is engaged in the coffee and spice business.
Norwich bulletin., 1912-12-27
BALTIC
Mrs. Philomine Catcher Eulosized as Sincere Christian and Devoted Moth er-Seven Children Revere Her Memory,

The funeral of Mrs. Philomine Gau- cher was held Thursday morning at g o'clock from the home of her son, liar " Catcher, in High street. A large number of relatives and friends ac. companied the body to St. Mary's church, where a solemn high requiem mass was celebrated by Rev. U. o. Bellerose, with Rev. J. J. Papillon of Willimantic deacon and Rev. Charles Bedard of Putnam sub-deacon. A fit ting eulogy on the virtuous life of the deceased was pronounced by the Rev Father Papillon, he having known her for 15 years as a good Christian wom- an and a devoted mother. The bearers were Dr. J. A. Gaucher, Adelard Gau- cher, Leo Ste Marie, Delphis DeIusle, Adelard Ravenelle and John Potvin. Burial was In the Sacred Heart ceme- tery, Taftville Seven children survive her-H. A. Gaucher of Baltic, A. D. Gaucher of Taftville Mrs. John Potvin of Wrlimantic, Mrs. John Vincelet, Hormidas Gaucher and Joseph Gau- cher of Taftville, and Mrs. E. G. Tan ner of Providence.
 Holiday Week Visitors.
 Mrs Bowler, wife of Dr. Bowler, and three children of Waterbury are guests of Mir. and Mrs. Amide Belair of High street.
 Thomas D. Hanley spent Christmas at his home in Pacoag. R. I.
 John Clabby spent Christmas with relatives In Providence.
 Edward J, Kelly of Hartford is the guest of his parents, Mir. and Mrs. T F. Kelly, for the holidays, Warren Hines of Hartford was q
Norwich bulletin., 1912-12-27
COLCHESTER
Mrs. Fred Hesmer Drops Dead-Sale of Treat Place-Christnna Festival.

Mrs. Hosmer died very suddenly on Wednesday morning at her home, on Norwich avenue. Mrs Hosmer was the wife of Fred Hosmer who is blind. She had been in her usual health and was about the house early Wednesday morning, when she suddenly dropped to the floor. Help was secured as soon as possible, but life had left her body. She leaves two sisters, Mrs. Ann Adams and Mrs. John Squires, and a brother. William Shailor, all of Col chester.
 Christmas Tree Services.
 Christmas tree exercises were held at the Congregational church Wednes- day afternoon.
 Miss Lille McDermott left Wednes- day morning for & weeks vacation with her aunt in Norwich.
 Louie Schlaich returned to Bristol Wednesday morning, after spending a few days with his mother.
 Buys Treat Place.
 J. N. Dauphney has bought the Treat place, on Linwood avenue, and will move there soon.
 George Brown went to New York Tuesday morning for few days visit with friends.
 William o'Brien is home from Nau- gatuck on a brief vacation.
 Chimney Fire.
 Izra Gillette's chimney caught fire Tuesday night. No alarm was sound ed and no serious damage was done. Miss Jessie Reynolds, the year old daughter of MT. and Mrs. Fred Rey-
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Brief State News

WaIIinuford = There were nine Christmas turkeys served at the Ma sonic home. All but two of the 100 inmates were able to participate in the festivities.
 eridaeport-Mrs.L L. A. Cowen, Miss Edith Cowen and Master Delnow Harris have left Bridgeport for a two weeks visit with Mrs. Cowsn's sister in Bensonhurst.
 Ivoryten-John Dickinson has been awarded a scholarship in the New England Conservatory of Music, Bos- ton, Mass, and also been given era- ployment in the office.
 New 5ritain-Mr. and Mrs. Frank l.. Alvord pleasantly celebrated their nf- ty-fifth wedding anniversary Wednee- day with a family reunion at their home on Prospect street.
 Bristol-G. A. Parker, superintendent of parks of Hartford win come to Bristol Sunday and speak before the Mems Brotherhood of the ConKreKz- tional church at noon on Recreation, Municipal Function.
 Collinsville-When Santa Claus wis., tied the children, at the Congregational church Tuesday evening. instead of finding the usual Christmas tree. he found a large windmill. He summoned several boys who famed a breeze to turn the wheel and the mill ground out presents for everybody.
 NorfcIk-The Norfolk music com mittee is perfecting arrangements for a Peoples Choral Mass Meeting to be held in that town some evening next month. A number of hymns have been selected to be sung entirely by the audience and an octette of expert horn players has been engaged to play the accomplishments.
Norwich bulletin., 1912-12-27

guest of his parents, Mir. and Mrs. D. J. Hines, over Christmas.
 Frank Love spent Christmas at his home in Pascoag, R. 1.
 Miss Katherine Remmert and her brother, George Remmert, of Hartford, were Christmas guests of their par- ents, MT. and Mrs. George Remmert.
 Mrs. Joseph H. Buteau and two daughters are passing a number of weeks with Mrs. Buteau's parents, MT. and Mrs. Freeman, in Whitman, Mass.
 Henry Buteau is seriously ill at his home on High street.
 Patrick Murphy is hotle from the west.
 Dennis Flaherty of Worcester is the guest of his sister, Mrs Arthur Roy of High street.
 George Cadratte is spending the hol- idays with relatives in Grosvenordale.
Norwich bulletin., 1912-12-27
Fish and Game Organization.

The hunters and fishermen of this vicinity held a meeting Thursday evening in the probate court room in the town building and organized the Willinantic Fish and Game Protective association. The organization was perfected with the election of the fol- lowing officers: President, E. Frank Bugbee; vice president, Arthur Squires; secretary, A. L. Weather head; treasurer, W. P. Jordan; execu- tive committee. Charles A. Gates, J. B. Baldwin and c. B. Willard; com mittee on bylaws. E. S. Jordan. c. B. Willard, Frank P. Fenton.
 The organization will be made up of any hunter or fisherman in Willimantic who may wish to join. The organiza- ton of the society Is the result of a movement that has been on foot for some time.
Norwich bulletin., 1912-12-27
Christmas cheer for Hospital Patients.

Christmas at St. Joseph's hospital was made pleasant for the 35 patients The delicacy committee of the Ladies Auxiliary to the hospital provided ice cream and wafers. The corridors were prettily decorated with crepe paper and potted plants, and on the stands in the various rooms and wards a bouquet was placed, the work of the flower committee of the Ladies' Auxiliary. Following is the list of donations of food and delicacies to the hospital for Christmas: Mir. and Mrs. George E. Challenger, Windharn, case of wine and several bushels of vegetables; Mrs. Whaley, jelly and fancy apples; Kath- crime K. Lathrop. oranges; MT. and Mrs. John Reilly, fruit; Mrs. John Kill lourey. assorted fruit; A. D. Spellman & Co.,. turkey; T. M Gallivan, apples; Samuel Chesbro, box of candy; Mrs. George D. Stiles fruit
Norwich bulletin., 1912-12-27
JEWETT CITY
o'connor- -WhesIoek Marriage, No. 2sd, at Wilmington, Del. Just AnnounesS Aftermath of the HcIidsy--Gsn- eral News.

Mrs. s. and Mrs. N. Goldberg, of Moosup, N. Dreyfus of Buffalo, N. Y., Richard Gregson and John Corcorar of Norwich were recent guests at MT. and Mrs. H. F. Paurs.
 Edward M Barrett has lived in his present home in Lisbon seventeen years and has just completed fourteen years of service as distributor of bills.
 Miss Pearl Cane has been notined that she has been awarded a graph aphone as one of the contestants in the prize contest in which the names of books were to be given. In Provi- dence paper.
 Popular Bills at Opera House.
 Manager Barnett provided two good shows on Christmas day in Finn's Opera house, and was well repakd by the crowds that attended. Thomas Original Jubilees was the attraction and was well worth hearing. The pro- gramme was arranged to carry the audience back to Old Plantation Days and was presented by six genuine ju- bilee singers. The male quartette was a fine feature, and the alto singer. Mrs. Board, was also a remarkable cor net player.
 Christmas Dinner Party.
 Mfr. and Mrs. Sherman Waters had as their guests Christmas day, Gilbert L. Hewitt, Mrs. W. F. Bogue, Miss Ruth Bogue, Harlow Bogue, Augtin Lester and Miss Lena Lester of Nor wich and Miss Margaret Kelly of Jew ett City.
 James Beardwood and Sydney Broth of Boston spent Christmas at William Beardwood's. Miss Fife Booth and Frank Hart of Fall River spent the week end at Mir. Beardwood's.
 Miss Edith Hewitt of North Stoning- ton Is at her brothers, H. D. Hewitt.
 Mir. and Mrs. W. R. Burdick en- tertained on Thursday MT. and Mrs. J. E. Herrick of Norwich, Miss Ethel Burdick of Mystic. Mrs. Fred Whippie, and MT. and Mrs. George Whipple and daughter Bertha, of Lawton Village. Mr. and Mrs. Richard Aust of Prov idence are guests at Mrs. J. R q. Browns.
 Miss Bessie Bothwef, of East Orange. N. J.. Is at her brothers, David Bothwells. Miss Martha Both well has returned from two months visit in Williamstown Massu with her sister, Mrs. Carrie Dayton.
Norwich bulletin., 1912-12-27
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Lathrop wanted him around. Several witnsses testified that Pettus annoyed his wife and members of tho Lathrop household. Chief Richmond testified about the mans arrest and the way he acted prior to his arrest in the vii cinity of the Lathrop home.
 The court found Pettus guilty and sentenced him to sixty days in Brook lyn jail and told him that when he got out of jail he ought to get job, save his money, and if his wife was will ing to return to him that he should en- deavor to use her decently and not try to live on her earnings.
Norwich bulletin., 1912-12-27
Personals.

Deputy Sheriff John H. F1tts of Hampton was in the city Thursday. Christmas with his father, Jeremiah Lee of Valley street.
 MT. and Mrs. J. F. Wells and the latter's sister are visiting their par ents, MT, and Mrs. J. H. Locke of Meadow street. John Flynn of Adams, Mass, was a suest of his parents, MT. and Mrs. James Flynn of Lewiston avenue, on Christmas day.
 Judge and Mrs John M Shewry and son, Harry, of South Manchester, spent
Norwich bulletin., 1912-12-27
J. Henry Taylor.


 J. Henry Taylor, father of Dr. D. Everett Taylor of this city, died at his home in Woodstock, N. Y, Tuesday, following short illness. MT. Taylor sustained shock that caused his death He was about 74 years old and 8 veteran of the civil war, and aside from his son leaves a widow. He was known to number in this city, having visited hsre. The funeral services and burial were held at Woodstock Thurs, day.
 Orlando D. Brown.
 Orlando Duane Brown died at his home. at the corner of Valley and walnut streets, at ills Thursday fore noon, following & long illness. Mr. Browns death had been expected for some little time. A number of weeks ago he had a general breakdown, and slowly sank. Mir. Brown had been liv ing here only about two years, but re- sided here many years prior to twenty years ago. He was a native of Mans field, born March 12. 1S41, the son of Harrison and Philomelia (HalD Brown. The mother of Mir Brown was a sister of the late Gardiner Hall of South Wiilington. When boy MT. Brown moved to Willimantic with his parents and attended school here. At the age of IS he embarked in the grocery busi- ness with his father in the old stone house at the corner of Jackson and Main streets, in front of the spool shop. Later Mr. Brown and his father went into the manufacturing of roller cov- CTS for mills, and conducted shop at the rear of S2 High street. They car ried on the business for about ten years. MT. Browns father died about this time, and MT. Brown purchased the grocery store of A. J, Kimball, To- cated in the old Melony building on Main street. He moved the store to the Franklin block, where Lyon & Tripp now conduct business. He con- ducted this store up to 22 years ago, when he disposed of it and moved to Providence, where he conducted lodging house and restaurant business. Later Anson Hoxie moved to Provi- dence and was associated with MT. Brown In the restaurant business. Be- cause of his failing health Mir. Brown had to give up active work several years ago, and about two years ago he and Mrs. Brown came back to Willi- mantle to reside.
 Mir. Brown was twice married. His first wife was Jane Cassidy. who died shortly after their marriage, and 36 years ago he married Mary Hoxie, who survives him. MT. Brown was a mem Der of St. Johns comrlandery, No. Il, K. T., of this city. and had been con nected with the Masonic order for more than forty years. There survive, Be- side his widow, a brother, Harrison Brown of New Haven. and three nieces, Ida, Ina and Harriett Brown, also of New Haven.
Norwich bulletin., 1912-12-27
FUN ERAL-.
Henry A. Holbrook.

The funeral of Henry A. Holbrook, who died at St. Joseph's hospital on Monday, was held Thursday morning at Liberty Hill. Lebanon. Rev. G. c. Chappell was the officiating clergyman The services were held at the grave. Burial was in the Liberty Hill ceme- tery. Funeral Director Jay M. Shep- ard of this city was in charge of the arrangements.
Norwich bulletin., 1912-12-27
WEDDING.
o'connor-WhseIoek.

Mir. and Mrs. Herbert N wheeiock announce the marriage of their only daughter, Mary L. Datimer, and Ed ward James 6connor. which took place No1kmber ?, 1912, at wiiminx- ton. Del, George D. Wolfe, D. D.. ofh- ciating.
 Both are well known socially in At- lantic City, where they reside. Mrs. O'Connor having taught there for the past four years and MT. O'Connor De- ing agent for the United States Ex- press Co. in that city.
 After January IS. 1913, they will be at home at Le Grande, Pacific and Kentucky avenues. Atlantic City. N. J.
Norwich bulletin., 1912-12-27
Natchaua Graduates, Reunion.

The reunion of the graduates of the old Natchaug High school will be held in the town hall this (FIiday) even ing. It is expected that large num- Der of the graduates of the school will be present. Miss Edith Avery of Bos- ton, reader of ability, has been en- gagged to furnish the programme for the early part of the evening. Musical numbers will be rendered and the evenings festivities will be concluded with dancing,
Norwich bulletin., 1912-12-27
Enjoyed South Coventry Hospitality.

At the annual Christmas gathering held at the home of Mrs. Lydia and Mrs. Mary Mason at South Coventry, the following were guests at dinner on Wednesday: Dr. and Mrs. Louis I. Mason, Mrs. Lucy B. Hull, Miss Emma s. HuN, Mrs. J. A. Reynolds of Willimantic, MT. and Mrs. F. E. Hull of Baltic. MT. and Mrs. c. E. Hoxie of Lowell. Mass, MT. and Mrs. Searle Light and John Searle Light of Shef- field, and John I. Hull of Schenectady, N Y
Norwich bulletin., 1912-12-27
Lsxv Husband Sent to Jail.

Erwin Pettus, aged 27, colored, was arraigned in police court Thursday
 morning on the charge of breach of the peace. He entered plea of not guilty. Prosecuting Attorney E. Frank Bugbee asked for a continuance of the case Wednesday 50 that witnesses might be in court Thursday morning.
 Pettus came to this vicinity with his wife and child from the south recently, and Mrs. Psttus obtained, employment iu the household of H. Clinton Lathrop at windham. Pettus persisted in an- noying his wife Neither she nor Mir.
Norwich bulletin., 1912-12-27
DIED SUDDENLY.
Frank p. Warren Has Apoplectic
 Shock and Dies With an Hour.

Dan;elson was shocked Thursday afternoon by the announcement of the sudden death of Hon. Frank P. War ren, one of the foremost citizens of this part of eastern Connecticut. MT
 Warren was stricken with apoplexy at his home on Broad street at about 11.30. He was seated in a chair and engaged in removing his overshoes when seized with the attack which terminated fatally an hour afterward.
 Mir. Warren had been feeling espe- cially we'll Christmas and this was also true as to his condition on Thursday morning. The attack came so suddenly and with such severity as to cause him to immediately lapse into unconsciousness Dr. George M. Bur roughs was summoned and rendered every aid possible, but MT. Warren
Norwich bulletin., 1912-12-27
Lost to Alumni Five.

The Windham High school basket ball team went down to defeat Thurs day afternoon in the Y. M. c. A. gym nasium, on Valley street, being trim med by the stalwart representatives of the schools alumni. The game was fast and interesting and contributed good sport for the rooters, that includ- ed many returning college students who are at their homes in this city for the holidays. The score at the end of the first half was 14-8 in favor of the school team. but in the last half the alumni forged to the fore and finished the game victors by the score of 24-22. The lineups were as follows:
 W. H. S.-Crane If. Kelley If, Chap pell c, Gates rg, Leonard lg.
 Alumni-J. Keirans lg, Harrington rg, Downer c, W. Keirans If, Burns If
 Archie Sharpe was referee. Peri- ods of 20 and 15 minutes were played.
Norwich bulletin., 1912-12-27

holds, is seriously i'll at her home on Pleasant street.
 Joseph Bigelow was home from East Hampton over Christmas.
 Christmas masses were celebrated at St. Andrews church Wednesday.
Norwich bulletin., 1912-12-27

Willimantic, Danielson and Putnam

Christmas at the home of William Lut- ton, If South Park street.
 Charles, Edward and William Van derman of Hartford spent the holiday at the home of their father. William Vanderman of Turner street.
Norwich bulletin., 1912-12-27
FUN ERAL.
Ann Thompson,

Funeral services for Ann Thompson were held Thursday afternoon at the home of Mir and Mrs. Samuel Merri- man of Dayville. Rev. S. L. Bristol off1ciated. Burial was in Dayv1lle cem- etery. Lewis E. Kennedy was the fu- neral director
Norwich bulletin., 1912-12-27

town building. Matters relative to the dedication of the new armory on Pleas ant street will be discussed.
Norwich bulletin., 1912-12-27
BROKEN JAW
aesuIts from a Kick in Saloon srawI.

John Murray of Dayville will be taken to the Backus hospital at Nor wich this morning, that his broken jaw, smashed in a brawl, may be set. The break is a bad one, as the result of a kick in a saloon
Norwich bulletin., 1912-12-27
WuLMANTIC
What To Goinc On Tonloht.
OBITUARY.

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Norwich bulletin., 1912-12-27
re Arranne for Armorx pedieation.

Captain Frank P. Fenton has issued 8 call for meeting of all the present and past officers of Company L and old Company D for this (Friday) evening
Norwich bulletin., 1912-12-27

Fur savings ard fur weather don't always come together. so do not for get when the colo weather comes these opportunities may not be available We have special lot of very Fine Furs marked at less than half the regular prices which includes Jap Mink Near Seal and Squirrel Scarfs with values up to s12.50-Special $1.e9 and $2.se each.
Norwich bulletin., 1912-12-27
Chiidren's s Coats at December Prices

cn.iaren's Coats age to years old in cloth or opossum that were s3.50 and S5.oO-now reduced to $2.5o and $50