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Norwich bulletin., 1912-12-31
Pool Tournament at Aroanum Club.

On Thursday evening, Jan. 2d, the annual handicap pool tournament of the Arcanum club will open with 15 entrants. Those who will take part in the tournament and the number of balls necessary to win out are as fol- lows A. G. Bliven, 80; A. J. Bailey. SO; c. V. Pendleton, Jr.. so; L. P. Church, 80; W. J. Houneyman, 80: W. l.. Stearns, so; Charles c. Smith, so; J. l. Williams, so; John T. Young, 80; n. $. Haviland, 90; Alex Jordan, 90; E. c. Rawson. 9e; r. C. Harwood, 12O; c. H. Brown, so; A. J. Friswell, S5
 There will be four games an evening, both pool tables being used. Each man will play one game with his opponent, making 15 games in all and prizes will be awarded the winners. The tourna- ment is in charge of the billiard and pool committee. l.. P. Church chairman. D $. Haviland and Alex Jordan.
Norwich bulletin., 1912-12-31
LEDYARD PEOPLE IN COLLISION
Mir. and Mrs. Jacob wltrous Were Hit by Trolley Car.

On ChappeH Hill, New London, Sat urday night the Mcntville car due in New London at 745 o'clock struck a wagon driven by Mir. and Mrs. Jacob WatrQUs of Ledyard. The team was being driven down the hill ahead of the trolley car and its driver undertook to turn out of the car tracks, but the deep snow prevented the wagon from leaving the track, sllid6ing the rear end around in front of the car. The car was in charge of Motorman Will liam Barry and ConductGT Fred Tour teiiotte of this city. IS soon as Barry realized that the team could not leave the track he reversed the car. shaking Up it's passengers considerably. Luck fly the snow that caused the accident also acted as a factor in insurin~ the safety of the occupants of the team, for as soon as the car struck the wagon it pushed it right through the snow like a sled, the hind wheels, which were struck by the car. not even being damaged. The force of the con- tact threw the seat our of the wagon on to the crossbar of the shafts The crew of the car. assisted by passengers rescued MT and Mrs. Watrous from this perileus position. Beyond being frightened by the shock of the acci- dent, they were not injured and pro- ceeded on their way.
Norwich bulletin., 1912-12-31
AT THE AUDITORIUM.
vaudsviII. and Motion Pictures.

Pleasing variety and highest quality are evident in the bill of vaudeville and motion pictures scheduled for the first three days of the week at the Auditorium and those who attended Mondays performances were universal in their praise of the offerings of this popular playhouse.
 The Vernitta- Clark trio have a sen sational wire act and all three prove themselves clever performers. Cleary & Tracey have laugh producing num- Der that is filled with pleasing com edy. The most novel number of the programme is that offered by Victor inc & Zolar. two dainty misses. who dance and sing in manner that brings them the applause of all The act in cludeS a clever toe dance and con cludes with an electrical fercing scene. the foils emitting sparks and streaks of flame when they clash. The dainty costumes add to the attraction of the number.
 The photoplays are well selected and are quite up to the standard of the rest of the programme.
Norwich bulletin., 1912-12-31
HEARING ON PARKER ESTATE. Edgar w. Chapman Wanted to Be Ad ministrator, But DanieI s. Guile Is Appointed.

As result of the hearing Monday before Judge Ayling, Daniel s. Guile, a grandnhphew of the late Mrs. Louisa NJ. Parker, was appointed administra- tor of her estate. Edgar W. Chapman of North Stonington, whose wife is Hattie Nye. a second cousin of Mrs. Parker, also applied for the office. Mir. Chapman testified to having frequently visited Mrs. Parker during her illness and said that he did all he could for her before she died. Chester W. Barnes, James E. Franklin and Attor- ney Douglass also favored Mir. Chap man for administrator. MT. Chapman, Mir. Barnes and Mr Franklin all testi- fled that Mrs. Parker had desired MT. Chapman to take charge of her affairs.
 Daniel s. Guile presented a written application from his grandmother, Mrs Daniel s. Guile, of Preston City, that he be made administrator of the estate of her sister. MT. Guile said he was conservator for Miss Susan Crumb, sister of Mrs Parker
 Lawyer Douglass said he believed MT. Parker to be still alive. MT Guile was appointed administrator of the estate as the nearest of kin who is capable of caring for the affairs. Mrs. Parker is said to have left s10,000.
Norwich bulletin., 1912-12-31
One Application of Pax Sage Makes the Scalp Fesl Fine and Adds Luster to the Hair.

Destroy the dandruff germs that's the only known way to eradicate dand- ruff and PAR1SIAN SAGE contains just the ingredients that will destroy badness because the little dandruh germs rob the hair roots of the nourishment that should go to sup ply life, luster and vigor to the hair.
 PARISIAN SAGE costs but 50 cents a bottle at druggists and toilet goods counters every where. It is guaranteed to banish dandruff stop falling hair or scalp itch, or money back. The girl with the Auburn hair is on every bottle. It is a most delightful and daintily perfumed dressing that quick ly invigorates the scalp.
 My hair was falling out badly un- til l began to use PARISIAN SAGE Hair Tonic, but it looks fine now. My hair was getting very thin, but it is getting thick and wavy.-Eliza Archer. 60 Church St, Hartford, Conn, June 5.
 Mail orders filled, charges prepaid.
 by GirouX Mfg. Co.,, Buffalo, N. I. The Lee & Osgood Co. guarantees it.
Norwich bulletin., 1912-12-31
CREW OF TUG RESCUED
 AFTER DESPERATE BATTLE
Struck Submerged Wreck and Stove
 Hole in Her Bow.

Sea Isle City, N. J., Dec. 30.-Atter a desperate battle against heavy seas and a thirty mile gale at Seven Mile beach today, life savers succeeded in rescuing ten of the eleven members Of the crew of the ocean going tuG Margaret. In attempting to launch a lifeboat from the Margaret, James Duff1n, a member of the crew, was drowned while the life saving crew from Tatham narrow escaped sim liar fate when their power boat cap sized and all hands were thrown into the sea All however, reached the beach in safety. although several were nearly exhausted, but were rescued by spectators. Duf1n's body was washed ashore.
 The Margaret is being pounded to pieces by the heavy surf while the governments abandoned power boat washed ashore at Avalon.
 The wrecking tug, towing three barges, the c. J. Hearne, the Somer- set and the Atlantic, from New York to Norfolk struck a submerged wreck at Ford Inlet, four miles east of Stone harbor. Water rushed through big hole torn in her bow and in an Ceort to prevent the tug sinking in deep water with all abos-i, Captain Scott ordered the barg' anchored and cut adrift. He then proceeded with all speed toward the shore. The water reached the lower furnaces before the Margaret groundd on a bar two miles north of the Tatham life saving sta tion, whose crew put out to the rescue. Their efforts were blocked by the up- setting of their boat, but the rescue was later effected by the life saving crew from the Avalon station, four miles away.
 The owners of the wrecked tug are V. P. Dougherty and Company of Bal timore Two of the baTges were light and the other had load of fertilizer.
Norwich bulletin., 1912-12-31
Harry O. Bishop.
Weaver Now a Left Hander,

Chicago American league teams short stop, while playing in the Pacific coast winter league, has changed himself from right to a left hand batter Weaver let Manager Callahan know to- day that he had accomplished the change and figured that it increased his hitting value by at least 25 per cent.
 Weaver says it took him two months to make the change. He took up the idea on the suggestion of Gleason and Callahan.
Norwich bulletin., 1912-12-31
MAY COME HERE.
Rotary Stropper for Safety Razors Wants Room ia New Thermos Build . ing.

q. Gronbech of New York. who has patented the rotaFy stropper In con ton with the Mark Cross razor, came to Norwich on Saturday at the sugges- tion of President William B. Walker of the American Tsheruos Bottle com plny, and was iA consultation with William F. Hill in Tfgard to having the strOpper manufactured in this city. The new plant of the Bottle company on Laurel Hill was visited by Mir Gron bech, with view of selecting a site for the manufacture of the stropper.
 One hundred feet in the southeast corner of the middle' floor of the build ing was selected and this will be prob ably used by Mir. Gronbech. provided satisfactory arrang gerhents can be made with MT Walker
 The stropper is made in circular shape and is set so that any blade of a safety razor can be sharpened with 1t. It will be manufactured by the Cress- tee Steel company, which is making the razor in Boston. MT Gronbech re- mained in town until Sunday after noon.
Norwich bulletin., 1912-12-31
Prescription that Soon
 Knocks Rheumatism

The only logical treatment for rheu- matism is through he blood The poi sons that settle in muscles joints and back, causing severe pain. must he dis solved and expelled from the system or there can be no relief. This prescrip- ton from a noted doctor is said to be working wonders all over the country. Hundreds 0f the worst cases were cured by it here last winter. From your druggist get one ounce Of Toris compound Tin original sealed package and one ounce of syrup of Sarsaparilia compound. Take these two ingrsdI- ents home and put them into half pint of good whlskey. Shake the bot tie and take a tables0oonful before each meal and at bedtime Results come the first day. If your drugeist does not have Toris compound in stoct he will get 1t in a few hours from his wholesale house. Don't be influenced 10 take some patent medicine instead of thls. Insist on having the genuine Toris compound In the original, one ounce. sealed. yellow package.
Norwich bulletin., 1912-12-31
IN COURT TODAY FOR DISEASED '|ll(
Harz Brothers of This City Had the Beef in Their Possession Sunday and will Appear in City Court This Morning by Order of Health Officer Lewis-Montvie Farmer Also in the Case.

In the city court this morning Hertz Brothers, Frank and Samuel G., who conduct a market on North Thames street in this city, will be called to account for their connection with the matter of the bringing of diseased meat into this city on Sunday. The Montville farmer who slaughtered the COW, is also to be arraigned. although it may not be possible to get him here this morning, for his part in the same case.
 AS 9 result of the investigation that was made on Sunday by Health Officer Lewis the police notified the Hertz Brothers to appear in court this morn ing. Officer Henderson had been sent off to the market after Dr. Lewis had received the complaint and had seen the meat there. Later when Dr. Lewis visited the place. the meat had been
Norwich bulletin., 1912-12-31
ENJOYABLE ENTERTAINMENT
 AT oSGooD MEMORIAL,
Stereopticon Views and Other Pleas ant Features on Monday Evening.

A pleasant social evening was en- joyed by the young people of Park Congregational church Monday even ing in the Osgood Memorial and the stereopticon recently presented the church by Mrs. H. H. Osgood, used for the first time, furnished the enter tainment for the occasion. Views of the Wonders of California, The Hole Rock, and Yellowstone Park were shown and each one present had a picture or view of some sort to be thrown upon the screen making a nro- gramme of the widest variety. Allen Latham operated the steTeopticon. Many of the views shown were of To- cal character.
 Several songs were sung by the au- dience. Mrs. c. H. Haskell presiding at the piano and Wentworth Prentice ac- companying on the violin. At the close of the stereopticon entertainment refreshments were served in the dining room.
 The committee in charge of the pleasant affair was composed of Mrs, Allen Latham, Mrs. J. Dana Colt, Mrs. GrUsvenor Ely and Miss Elizabeth Pullen.
Norwich bulletin., 1912-12-31

removed from the market and depos- tied out in back in an entryway.
 From the facts that have been learned as to what took place on the farm in Montville at Pitches Hiu, from which the diseased beef was brought into this city, it is understood that the COW had been sick for two weeks, and had been treated by a ve- terinary. When it was nearly dead. it is stated, the animal was killed and then the carcass was allowed to lie for 24 hours before it was skinned. Then the meat was brought to this city,
 The statutes provide specifically against this matter of bringing meat that is diseased from one town into another for purposes of selling 1t and the punishment may be as great as a six months sentence to jail or a 5000 fine.
Norwich bulletin., 1912-12-31
AT THE DAVIS TAEATER
Vaudeville and phntonlavs-

For the final bill of the old year the Davis theater has a strong programme opening the week and the acts re- ceived big hands at Mondays perform ances. Sardros Brothers have an act which shows their strength and agility in a convincing manner, and The Min strel Four is one of the big attraction of the season in the way of catchy songs and witty jokes. The photo- plays are of high class, The Altar of Death being d film of exceptional in- terest.
Norwich bulletin., 1912-12-31
GOSPEL MISSION
 FOR RESCUE WORK. Three Norwich Mon Will Open a Room in the Steiner Building.

A gospel mission under the direction of there Norwich religious workers is 10 be opened in Room of the Steiner building on Sunday afternoon and the general public will be urged to attend the services which are to be held on and after that date. In speaking of the mission Monday one of the inaugural CTS of the work said: The mission is undenominationala and will be open to all The purpose is rescue work. the saving of souls. Our work is founded on the word of God. who said Co out and preach my gospel" I have long felt the need of such a mission in Norwich and am glad that the oppor- tUnity has presented itself for the be- ginning of this work We want every one to come, whether in broadcloth or overalls Christ seeks to save that which is lost
 Furniture was received Monday af- ternoon and the work Of fitting up the room is now going On. The first meet Ing is to be held at o'clock Sunday afternoon, and thereafter the meetings will probably be held Tuesday and Friday evenings and Saturday morn ings although definite dates have not yet been set.
Norwich bulletin., 1912-12-31
ANNUAL BANQUET AND
 DANCE AT CLUBHOUSE.
Given by Sigma Beta Phi ef the Free .Acsdemy--Responses to Toasts.

The annual banquet of the Sigma Beta Phi of the Norwich Free Acade my was held Monday e7ening at the Norwich club. The menu included strained chicken gumbo in cups, seal lops a la Newburg. white plume eel cry, boned capon with jelly, hearts of lettuce, French dressing. finger rolls, charlotte russo, demitasse. The toasts were as follows the toastmistress be- ing Claire l.. Coughlin: Our Sorority, Alma Bowman; Our AIumnae, Teresa B. Coughlin; Our Future, Irene L. JOr- dan.
 A dance followed the banquet, for which an excellent musical programme was furnished by the Cadillac Orches- tra Light refreshments were served during the intermission.
 Mrs. A. H. Lathrop. Mrs. Charles Hutzler, Mrs. T. C. Murphy and Mrs. NJ. H. Donahue were the chaperons for the evening. The committee in charge of the banquet was Madeline Nj. Fields Irma Hutzler, Claire Coughlin and Mary Lee
Norwich bulletin., 1912-12-31
To the Public:

Tho Grocery Business formerly con- ducted by w. H. CardwslI at Nos 3 to g Market St., has been sold to James NJ. Young 6 Son.
 Mir. cardweII wishes to thank all who have favored him with their patronage during his long business career and asks that a continuance of tho same be extended to the new firm, who will take charge of the business January 1, 1918.
 The store will be closed for inven- tory Wednesday, January list, and will open for business Thursday, January End.
 Mr. cardwel will be found at the old store, for a time, to pay all bills and to receive all moneys due him. An early settlement of all accounts is de- sired and will be appreciated.
Norwich bulletin., 1912-12-31
SUPERIOR COURT TODAY.
Comes in This Morning with Judg Shumway and Jury After Christms Recess.

The New London county superior court will come n this morning at 10 o'clock with Judge Shumway on the bench following the Christmas recess of a week and the first case to coma up will be that Of Comstock vs. the City of Norwich.
 One new case was filed with the clerk of the court on Monday, a suit brought by Samuel Levin of Colchester to recover the sum of sS-0 lent on Dec. IT, 1910 to John KCssle- and other peo- pie, now or formerly of Colchester. The loan was covered by a mortgage and tho i,a:ntiff claims the foreclosure of the mortgage and the possession Of the property.
Norwich bulletin., 1912-12-31
Has a lceaI Interest.

Of interest here is the announce ment of the engagement of Miss Made line H. Allen, daughter of MT. and Mrs Joseph H. Allen. of South Or ange, N. j., to W. A. Slater Jr., sor of MT and Mrs. w A. Slater, Jr oi Washington, formerly of Norwich. Mis-. Allen is one of the seasons debutantes ana is @ sister of Mrs. George Tea- body the well known society wonar of New York. MT. Slater is a sudden at Harvard
Norwich bulletin., 1912-12-31
VIII See the Old Year Out.

At the Trinity M E. church this evening there is to be a watch night service commencing at o'clock and lasting into the New Year. At 10 ?. m there will be a social hour at which light refreshments will be served. The concluding service will be an old-fash- toned love feast" and experience meeting.
Norwich bulletin., 1912-12-31
Zbvszko Throws De Rouen

New Britain Conn, Dec. 3O.-Zbys- 5ko, the Polish wrestler, defeated De Rouen, a FTenchman, in two falls be- fore a large crowd tonight at the Ly- ceum The Polish wrestler got his first fall in fl minutes and 20 seconds and the second in minutes and 3 seconds.
 Tn the preliminary bout, Alec Swan son of Naugatuck defeated Sam Nit cheu of Hartford in two falls.
Norwich bulletin., 1912-12-31
Parcnls Post nsliuarv-

William J. Wallace, Jr., at present substitute carrier, is to make the par cels post deliveries in this city with horse and carriage when the new de- partment Is put into action at the To- cal pOstoffiCe on Wednesday. There will be two deliveries daily at the start but just what schedule will be main- tained has not yet been determined.
Norwich bulletin., 1912-12-31
Paul Shepard Sick in New York.

A telegram was received at police headquarters Monday night from the detective bureau of New York city asking the Norwich police to notify friends of Paul ShepEd of 99 Or chard street that he i5 sick at the Hudson street hospital in New York city. The police were unable to To- cate anyone who knew him here.
Norwich bulletin., 1912-12-31
V Nj q A Fytansion work

At the Y. NJ. c. A. this afternoon at a meeting of the New London County Y. NJ. c. A. committee State Secretary F. T. Bates will be present and the work of the extension of the Y. NJ C. A. work into the smaller places of the sanctum will be taken m
Norwich bulletin., 1912-12-31

continue to enjoy the minimum tsrif rates after the expiration of the pres ent trade treaty tomorrow night state department officials today decided 10 adhere to their original pur is- sue no official statement bearing upon this question
Norwich bulletin., 1912-12-31
Incidents In Society.

Miss Corinne White has returned to Providence after spending several days at her home.
 LeRoy Stearns has returned to Phil adelphia after a holiday visit at his home on Mckinley avenue.
 Mir and Mrs. Milton Goodrich Nel- son, Franklin, N. Y, have left town, after a visit with Mrs. Nelson's father and mother, Mir. and Mrs. Will l.. Stearns. While here they attended a holiday dinner party of twenty one, a reunion of the Lewis family, held at the home of MT. and Mrs. Stearns.
Norwich bulletin., 1912-12-31

For Uttsring Forged Cheek James Williams, known under a dozen aliases and wanted all over the country for forgeries, was sentenced yesterday 10 12 years in San Quentin. Cal, peniten- tiary. He is 63 years old.
Norwich bulletin., 1912-12-31
AdIai Stevenson Killed Girl.

Bloomington, H., Dec. 3O.-Adlai Stevenson, grandson of former Vice President Stevenson, accidentally shot and killed Miss Ruth Merwin. 16 years old. in tEe Stevenson homestead here tonight
Norwich bulletin., 1912-12-31
New Year's Reception at Hospital.

A masquerade party will be the en- ioyable me9,ls taken to welcome the new year in at the Norwich State hos pital this evening. Superintendent and Mrs H. M. Pollock have invited the 200 nurses, attendants ard employees to a reception at their home and begin ming at about S.30 a delightful pro- gEamme WiA hs iR Stegs 6eC thsaa.
Norwich bulletin., 1912-12-31
Death of German Secretary.

Stuttgart. Germany, Dec. 30.-Alfred Von Kinderlen Waechter. secretary of foreign affairs of the German empire. died suddenly at his home here today aftaC q hEisf illness.
Norwich bulletin., 1912-12-31
WEDDING.
GuiId-Hopkina.

At the home of MT. and Mrs. Charles F. Hopkins. Plainfeld, Miss Mary B. Napkins and Samuel David Guild of Medfield. Mass, were united in mar riage by Rev. James Higgins of Pack CT on the afternoon of December 18th. The bridal party entered the parlor to the strains of the wedding march from I.ohengrin played by Miss Guild, sis- ter of the groom. The ceremony was performed under an arch of evergreen and holly. The double ring service was used. Master Ralph Hopkins, nephew of the bride, being ring bearer. The bride was handsomely attired in white silk and carried bridal roses. The dining room was decorated in red and green cut flowers Dainty refreshments were served. The young couple re- ceived many handsome gifts.
 | MT. and Mrs. Guild departed amidst a shower of rice and best wishes. Ap- propriate lines were sent the bride by her uncle. Rev. John Troland.
 Guests were present from New York, Bristol, R. l., Willimantic Boston and Medford, Mass.
 Aubrey-McNamee.
 Thomas J. Aubrey. son of Mir. and Mrs. John Aubrey, of No. PA Mount Pleasant street, this city, and Miss | Irene K. McNamee were united in marriage at St. Patrick's church, New Haven. Monday morning. The groom attended the Norwich Free Academy and is a graduate of Yale university l in 1911. The bride is a graduate of Bryn Mawr. Miss Julia E. McNamee, sister of the bride, acted as brides maid, and ]. s. Burke of Chicago was | best man. On their return from a wedding trip to Washington. D. C., NIT. and Mrs. Aubrey will reside in New | Haven, where Mir Aubrey is employed as advertising manager for Charles | W. HOyt.
Norwich bulletin., 1912-12-31

We have bought the w. N. Cardwell Grocery business and the Louis A.. Frasier market and consolidated them at the w. H. CardwelI store. We arc prepared to cater to the demands of the public and will strive to give sstisA faction to all former patrons of CT store.
 Our Slogan will be, Best and Fair Prices"
 JAMES Nj. YOUNG