davidaulloa/AmericanStories huggingface dataset:
Norwich bulletin., 1912-05-23
TO ERECT ENTIRE THERMOS FACTORY
Directors of Company Authorize Necessary Appropriation For the Building as Planned Meaning Nearly $15,O0O Beyond Contract Price-Torrance Will Probably Do the Work

President Cary of the corporation was informed of the action upon the return of the local men and there will
 be meeting of the building committee of the corporation at the Thames bank
 building at eleven o'clock Friday morn
 ing for the purpose of preparing the
 contract concerning the construction
 of the building, at which all interested
 are welcome to attend The contract
 upon meeting the approval of COntrac-
 tor Torrance will be forwarded at once to New York for the signature of
 President Walker.
 Contractor Torrance will be in a po- sition to start work on the excavation within a few days, everything being satisfactory, and it may be possible to break ground this week He was asked relative to the amount of time needed for the construction of the building and stated that he believed | it could be finished the first of Sep tember.
 ! The Norwich Industrial Improvement i corporation will put s60,0 into the 1 building leaving $2,S15 for the Ther ! mos company to pay for construction l In addition to that there will be about l $14000 needed for spur track, archi l tects' fees. plumbing, heating and i sprinkler system in the building, which 1 the Thermos company will pay for and i above the contract price, meaning 1T expenditure of $16,S15 on the building
 themselves before they move in.
Norwich bulletin., 1912-05-23

For the purpose of deciding what would be done in relation to the award ing of the contract for the Thermos factory building in this city, there was meeting of the directors of the com pany in New York city on Wednesday afternoon, called by President Walker At this meeting there were present g. B. Palmer, representing the building committee of the Norwich Industrial Improvement corporation, w. H. Wood worth, architect, and Archibald Tor rance, contractor, whose presence had been requested by President Walker in case an explanation of any of the building details was required.
 As the result of the meeting it was voted to authorize the necessary ex- penditure to complete the building ac- cording to the plans and specifications on which the contractor had already figured This means that the building will be erected as planned and no re- duction in size will have to be made.
 As to awarding the contract the wact that Archibald Torrance is low will mean that he will get the job. His figure was $62,S15. The contra t was not awarded, but President Walker assured him that when the contract ! had been drawn and approved by the Norwich Industrial Improvement cor poration he would sign il. The Nor i wich men heaehed home on Wednes- day evening.
Norwich bulletin., 1912-05-23
PERSONAL

Miss Lydia Greene of Ledyard is spending this week with relatives in Mystic.
 Earl Shanks of Eagleville was re- cent guest at the home of his parents in Norwich.
 Miss Maud Chapman, who teaches at Stafford Springs, was at her home here over Sunday.
 Francis T. Diggins, recently of Hart ford, has returned to Norwich te To- cate permanently.
 Enroll and Frank Wilcox of Nor wich spent Sunday with relatives in Usquepaugh, R. 1.
 Miss Elsie Adams of Fitchville was a recent guest of MT. and Mrs. Richard w. Johnson of Uncasville.
 Mrs. Philip Linderson of the Falls is spending a few weeks with her par ents, MT. and Mrs. Daniel B. Vergason of Ashwillett.
 Mir. and Mrs John Johnson and children of Norwich were calling re- gently on Mir. and Mrs. William Cham pion at Old saybrook. A Groton correspondent notes that | Mir. Peck of the Chelsea line of steam | CTS, with his family, has arrived at his summer home at Groton Long Point.
 Col. Gilbert L. Fitch of Stamford | arrived in town Wednesday night and will remain the rest of the week. visiting the Laurel Hill range today and Saturday for the rifle practice. Dr. Herbert K. Thoms, formerly ol | the Backus hospital, has been appoint | ed temporary acting assistant surgeon ] of the marine hospital service at New | London, in the place of Dr. John G 1 stanton, who is to take a brief vaca- ! tiOp
Norwich bulletin., 1912-05-23
EXHIBITION OF PAINTINGS.
Work of Henry Bill selden Praised by
 Critics at Greenwich Exhibition.

Of a recent exhibition of paintings a Greenwich, this state, by Henry Bill Selden. given in the studio of E. C. Potter. the sculptor. the Greenwich News speaks of the attendance of sev- eral artists and art critics from New York and Boston, who, like the many other visitors, were enthusiastic over the work of the young artist This recognition of his ability will be learn ed of with pleasure by his considerable circle of Norwich acquaintances whom he has made while visiting relatives here.
 In all there were A paintings by MT. Sclden In the collection were many landscapes. although there were also some wonderful sky effects Many of the paintings, were of the Maine coast, others done at New London and other points.
 A November Morning, which has been hung in the Academy, was one of the finest of last years productions of Mr Seden. It is a snow scene wonderfully portrayed The Cedars, in which he windy sky effects are beautiful. vas another which attract ed much attention. The latter pie tire was hung ia the Academy tha winter before last. and has been in many exhibits all over the United States. A Golden Morning was pur- chased by Frederick Bill and is te be hung in the Greten literary, which vas given and endowed by MT, Bill.
Norwich bulletin., 1912-05-23
OBITUARY:
Charles A. KuebIer.

Charles A. Kuebler, for many years a prominent resident of Norwich, died at his home, No. 107 Boswell avenue at 11.45 o'clock Wednesday evening Although he had been in poor health for some time his death came unex- pectedly and is a severe blow to his many friends. He was at his place oi business on Wednesday.
 Mir Kuebler was born in Wartem- burg, Germany, September 1. 1851. He received his education in Germany and previous to coming to this country
Norwich bulletin., 1912-05-23
TEAM BROKE DOWN
 WITH ACADEMY GLEE GIRLS
Returning from Concert at Preston City Congregational Church.

The Boys and Girls Glee\ clubs of the Norwich Free Academy gave a concert at the Congregational church in Preston City Tuesday evening'before a large and appreciative audience. The clubs made the trip in two large team
 wagons and there were also severa.
 auto loads. On the return trip nut
 was lost off a wheel on one of the
 teams. so that it was necessary for
 the other team to bring in the entire party. On the conclusion of the pro- gramme, which met an enthusiastic reception. supper was served the sing CTS by the members of the Christian Endeavor society, under whose aus
 pices the affair was held.
 The programme follows: Canniba Idyl, My Lady Chloe, boys; Joys of
 Spring. The Captive Rose, girls. Eve
 ming Campus Song. Romeo and JulAet quartette. Shooey Shoo, Honey girls; De Coppah Moon Nut Brown Maiden l boys: Medley. Class Song. girls; Rig a | Gig. BullfrOg. boys.
 The committee who arranged Tor 1 the occasion was composed of <. P | Keneston, Emma Geisthardt and Glars ! Palmer
Norwich bulletin., 1912-05-23
PROHIBITION TICKET.
B. P. Bassstt of New Britain for Gov ernor-Nsw London Man for Comp troIler.

The nominating committee at the state prohibition convention in Hart ford on Wednesday presented the fol- lowing state ticket, which was formal ly ratified without opposition by the conventions Governor, Buell. B, Bas- sett, New Britain lieutenant governor, Charles u, Hull, Guilfordl secretary, Theodore T, Phillips Bridgeport; treasurer, Robert W, Robbins, Wethers- feldi comptroller Edwin P, ChibmaR, New Lendehj presidential eleetors al large, Harry c. Manchester, Winehas- ter, Edward C, Stanley. Manchester.
 Delegates at large te national e6H- ventien-BF Frederick G Plsu, New Britain Jassh l., Randall, Grstea, Will liam II. Faft Goshen and Jehh r, MeieeurRe, Stafford.
 Alternates at laPge-Thefnas B. Gre thers Hartford. Edwin P. ChiPHan, New Leaden, JehR C. Bidwell, Hart ferd, and Myrteh T. Smith, West Hart fsfd.
Norwich bulletin., 1912-05-23
Insnsotsd Votinu Maohins.

Agent A. $. Hamilton of the cm- pire and U. s. Standard voting ma- chimes concluded his demonstration with the Empire machine here We'd nesday, but is to return on June 5 with [. s. Standard machine.
 On Wednesday a committee inspect ed the machine at the special invitation of Mr. Hamilton It comprised Patent Attorney Frank H. Allen, NJ, A, Bar Der. George W Armstrong. Chief How ard l. stant6a. Robert Cushing, and George W, Armstrong, who inspected the machine. expressing general aP- proval of its thereughness of c6nstrUc- ton and the perfection of it's meehan- ieaI parts
Norwich bulletin., 1912-05-23
GLOBE BALL BEARING
 COMPANY COMING HERE
Expects to Have B. L. Factory Going
 in About a Week.

The machinery of the B-L company has been purchased by the Globe Bal Bearing corporation and it is proposed to have the plant in operation in a few days. C. F. Sultemeyer of the Globe company is in town. arranging for inc opening of the plant, which was closed when the B-L companF went into bankruptcy 1t is expectel that within month 25 men will De employed at the plant Al first the capacity of the plant will be about Zeo ball bearings a day, and fl is hoped to increase the output to LOUD a day.
 The Globe company has been lm- porting bearings. but finds that Y VI. be able to manufacture as hish a grade of product at a lower figure than they can purchase it.
Norwich bulletin., 1912-05-23
F. T. LHsupeaux Class Marshal at
 Thihity.

At a meeting ef the seHi9r class sf Trinity oellege Wednesday F. J.. L'Ifeuresux ef Tewett City, Cehn., was named as class marshal fer the class day exercises this June.
 The faculty has announced senier hsRers as feile#si Vaiedicterian, w A. Bird, Buffaie. N. Y.i salutateriaR, R. l, Miiten, gaYlardxiile, CeRR,, and eFa= tsE. E. U, BFsehRtt BEaseta. 6saRs
Norwich bulletin., 1912-05-23

scription for stomach distress ever written will put your trouble making stomach in fine condition, or money back
 MONA Stomach Tablets give al- most instant relief Take them Tor gas. sourness. heaviness, heartburn, oi after dinner distress. Keep them Wlln YOU and take them regularly uh'lI vour stomach is strong and NiRorous Large box 90 cents at Lee & Osgo9o Co. and druggists everywhere.
Norwich bulletin., 1912-05-23
peoislon on New Londonis Piers.

The New LeHdeH ilaFber commission heids it's final meeting today. It is expected that final decision will soon be reached as ts whether New LeHden will be d terminal fer ocean steamship lines
Norwich bulletin., 1912-05-23

THE LATE PHIL ARMOUR or Chi eago said any man was foolish whe paid over ten cents for d cigar but some do not agree with him. lt is said that Pierpent Morgan smokes these that cost s5.ee each. He gets the te- hacco from Havana and has it special ly treated Of the tive aen we think Armeur had tine best judgment
 There's q trick is making gaed cigars that eemes with years Of ex- perience We are the eldest msnufSa- turers in the state and believe tine NORWICH FALLS or the CLUB HeUsE, CIGARS are the best ones made for 10 1 cents.
 RAPHAEL 6 SON
Norwich bulletin., 1912-05-23
MAYDAY EXERCISES AT
 MT. PLEASANT ST. SCHOOL
Msypoe and Folk Dances Will Be Carried Out by Pupils in Yard Fri- day Afternoon.


 Friday afternoon at o'clock Mayday exercises will be carried out in the schoolyard of the Mt. Pleasant street school by the pupils thereof lt had been planned to hold them last Friday but the weather made # necessary to postpone them a week. The exercises will be public parents and irlenos pe- ing welcomed.
 Superintendent Stanton states that there will be six Maypoles this veal where theye were but five last year and thero will also be folk dances but the number of games will not be az large as last year, though the pro- gramme will follow the same genera plan.
Norwich bulletin., 1912-05-23
Incidents in Society

Mrs. Thomas E. Calvert. who has heen the guest of Mrs. Frank E. Rob inson of Sachem street, has returned to New York.
Norwich bulletin., 1912-05-23

Louis A. Frazier, 4 Market st., Nor wich. Conn, had been subject to back ache due to kidney trouble for some time. He says: Hearing or foits Kidney Pills, ] took them ana theS gave me relief at once. ] recoiilillein' !. n' them as a prompt and eIectVe hieu cine for kidney and bladder trouble The Lee & Osgood Co.
Norwich bulletin., 1912-05-23

Mrs. Charles Manning of YaHtie is the guest of her sister. Mrs. w. H. Cadmaa of NeE LeHd9n, and is t9 give readings ia tAs Methodist eAHBsh,
Norwich bulletin., 1912-05-23

Harry C. Browne, the actor, has ar rived to spend the summer with Mrs. Browne at their summer place in Qua ker Hill MT. Browne appeared this season in support of Frances Starr. in "A Case of Becky"
Norwich bulletin., 1912-05-23

Patriotic societies are planning sPe- eial celebrations for Flag day. JuRe 1A
Norwich bulletin., 1912-05-23

E. E. Began has been made perma- nent trainmaster for both freight and passenger business of the second dis trict of the New York, New Haven & Hartford Railroad company, between West Haven and Midway.
Norwich bulletin., 1912-05-23

New Haven German Catholics are planning elaborate entertainment for the German Catholic societies of the state, who will hold their annual con vention in New Haven Saturday and Sunday, June and g.
Norwich bulletin., 1912-05-23

The meeting of Comfort circle of The Kings Daughters, appointed with Miss Charlotte Church of Williams street, Wednesday, was put over day be- cause of The Kings Daughters county convention at Jewett City.
Norwich bulletin., 1912-05-23
N. F. A. Class of 1907

Will all the members of the class of 1907 Of the Norwich Free Academy, who can do so conveniently, meet Thursday evening. May 23, at & o'clock at the home of Weston c. Puuen. g Lincoln Avenue, 10 make arrangements relative to their fifth re- union.
 WILLIAM c. MURRAY
 President.
Norwich bulletin., 1912-05-23

A certificate has been filed by the Berzo company, incorporated, Norwich, to deal in drugs, etc.. capital, $5,000 incorporators, Herbert M. Lerou, Mary T. Lerou and Henry H. Pettis. all of Norwich.
Norwich bulletin., 1912-05-23
Nor,uinh M.starIv Road.

The past year shows a decided i'm provement in the condition of the Norwich and Westerly road. It has been able to show a decided improve ment in net earnings each month, since the policy for more economical opera ton was put into effect. With its new equipment 1t is keeping to It's schedule and getting down to a basis where the owners can appreciate the benefit of the changes
Norwich bulletin., 1912-05-23

The power boats Griswold and Belle vue which are to be used this summer on the route from Eastern Point to New London are at the motor works in Mystic being prepared for the sea son.
Norwich bulletin., 1912-05-23
Eat and Drink What You Want Whenever You Want it.

Don't you know that q wno.e los o- this indigestion, dyspepsla' sAs.l i,,Ii ali eatarrb of the stomach talk Ais all
Norwich bulletin., 1912-05-23

Rev R. Maplesden, field secretary of the Connecticut Literary institution at Suffield who has worked ill this sec tion. has secured $3S,000 of the $5O,O00 fund which he is endeavoring to col ipCt
Norwich bulletin., 1912-05-23

Claiming that he wanted to rent a room a man of refined appearance stole a pocketbook belonging to Mrs. Mary E. Rider at her home in New London The purse contained $4 and railroad ticket to New York.
Norwich bulletin., 1912-05-23
James [. Etheridas.

James l.. Etheridge, died a his home. No. 165 Russ street, in Hartford on Monday. He was born in Montvilie october 1926. He had lived in Hart ford for more than thirty years and was a carpenter. He leaves a son. Frank W. Etheridge of Thomaston. and one daughter, Miss Ida z Etheridge. who resided with him.
Norwich bulletin., 1912-05-23

The bureau of American Ethnology of the Smithsonian institute has is- sued a dictionary of the Biloxi and Ofo anguages accolmpanied by texts of a number of stories embodying mythology and folk lore of the two tribes.
Norwich bulletin., 1912-05-23
Three Counts Nolled Against MoAts

Patrick McAtavey, the .Greeneville Jack the Hugger, was presented on three charges, but all were nolled rath- CT than have the women in the case appear in court.
Norwich bulletin., 1912-05-23

A memorial service for the Grand Army veterans and Sons of Veterans will be held at the Voluntown Bap- tist church Sunday morning, when there will be special music and spe- cial address will be made by the pas tor, Rev. William Quayle.
Oxford eagle. (Oxford, Lafayette Co., Miss.) 1876-current, 1912-10-31
MILLS THREE; HANGS SELF
Father. Mother and Grandfather Of his
Wife Victims.

Shehoygsn. Wls-Aisin R0.hr. yeung
farmer. shot ami killed his father ln-la ,s.
Philip J. Ott. Mr.. Ott AMI Mr.. utts ia
tAer, Fred IIaut. - Roehr hai bsra
refused permission to ssr has WIie frum
whom NJ lived apars
Roshr's h~iy was found hanging O. a
tr-< in the wool. about a quarter Of a
mile from the sceBe Of tho tra s~siy. It 4.
supposed that the ssaS-ia. fearing .uu--
mary action at thu hanis 81 posse.
committed -uicbie-
Roshr married Ott'- daughter They
iid not ct along p~ae-ahiy. AMI Air~
Roehr took hsr 6-moath--sti baby aui r.
turned to h-r father. aotf-e-
Ro~hr went 10 his i4thrr-in-laEs home
AMI isman,l-,l o. srr h.- ulfr- Tar
grandfather refused the yoang farmer
admitfauce.
Roshr Eent baeS % his home. bat ~
turned IN ten minutes 18th A shot gun
And a. the graH,tfashrr- Frrd Haut. n-~ut
70 The DAIRY SHE'D. Eoshr sa1t ami killed
hin NJ. ~. AMI hi- wife eams aut 30
th- daor. ami Roar saos tLsm a-sa
Killing th-m-
Then h ~nters'i the houss "A ssarch 81
als wifs- >hr had heard han aul aaf
takrn her baby AL hi.i,lsn sn rhzmns,
saPsaanl. Nh~rr she rrnia fus,l far th-e.
hours.
Finally ~ slpPeI cat AM GAVE tAe
alarm % ~ ghia-s.
A slfns-s % iAs erinrr was fhe f-ganr-
Odd adopted .ou q usf- uao wzs a. sAa
m5Ik shasL
Oxford eagle. (Oxford, Lafayette Co., Miss.) 1876-current, 1912-10-31
NO DANGER or A DEADLOCK
"eedro~ Wilson wIl Easily Hrs .
Majority of Votes In ths
Electoral colIegs.

Those "worrited- gentlemen Who
are wondering what viii happen II 10
presidential candidate gets a majority
OF the electoral votes this fall may
calm their troubled rilnds-lt they
possess such
The contingency that Is truubIins =
them will not arise.
A gentleman named Woodrow VII
son viii have a majority Of the votes
In the electoral college. with a con-
siderable number to spare.
He will have them because he is the
o1iy candidate before the country who
Is 5asing his campaign on the needs
and rights OF the whole American peo-
pie.
He Is the only cantidats before the
country 10 whom the people can lock
for a reduction OF the high cost Of liv-
ing
He Is the only candidate before the
country who Is under no obligation 70
about the tarf--and his mind on this
point Is the mind Of the nation
He Is the only candidate before the
country who Is under no obligation 70
special interests. and free 70 give his
entire Service 10 the people
Mr.. Taft wants 70 be ~vtndicated =
Mr. Roosevelt wants 20 wear the
teweled crown Of 4 king
Governor Wilson wants nothing but
an opportunity for public service He
viii get u
Oxford eagle. (Oxford, Lafayette Co., Miss.) 1876-current, 1912-10-31
GREAT CROWD At FAIR.
1000 PASS THROUGH The GATES
on THURSDAY.
exnletts Are Better aad More suuer.
S4s rhaa at Any Previous Far Held
n the State.

Jaek-oa.-An prsviou. Attendance rec.
ard OF the Mississippi state fair we're
broken when more than f5e0o person.
lad passed through the gates up 10 the
noc-i hour.
II vas the banner day OF big week.
with three notable features serving 20
bring visitors 70 the capital eity. shot
" apart and ashie from the splendid
array Of exhibits on the grounds.
Nearly 5000 member. % the Wood
men Of the Work. we're in the eitv to
take part in the annual pageant and wit-
neSs ths dedicatiou Of the beautiful
Wo"tnen me-noriai erected IN City HAD
square. a evrsmony PRECEDED ~ 11 i'm
posing Par1ds, and participated in BY
several officers Of the sovereign camp.
The Mississippi div-sion of the Farm
srs Union = boiiing eonvsution. the
first session b~ing held az the state
house during the forenoon. VITA several
aun'ired delegates and member. in at
Tendance.
The BIZ feature. hoEsver. = the rallv
of Prohibitionists from all part. o. the
state. the event being under the tuspi-
60 Of the Mississippi Anti-Siloon leag-se.
The principal speakers Who vii deliver
addresses are Congressman Richmond P.
Hobson, Of Alabama. and Bishop H. C.
Morrison, Of Fiorsia. one q the leaders
Of Southern Nfetho,iism.
The I've stock exhibits have seeu a
center Of interest sincs the opening day.
and many Of the stockmen have made
sales At fancy pries--. for delivery At the
close Of the fair. One exhibitor Rho has
display of hogs has soli out com
pl.tely.
Oxford eagle. (Oxford, Lafayette Co., Miss.) 1876-current, 1912-10-31
IN about Ave minute
L c. ENGINEERS IN LEAKE.
Jackson Commercial Interests Seek m
uaderstaading

JaeSsou--The corps Of engineers en-
gagged IN establishing the final survey q
the new Illinois Central line 10 Birlaing-
ham l. now IN Leake COUNTY The amp
was moved from 4 Plint urar Csrtha.~
to Lobutcha creek. and a -econl sell
party = AZ work aear Oklahoma n he
same county
The Jackson Boari OF Trade ka< al
dressed a hitter To PEv,i-eat C.. H. MARX
ham asking for an Official statement con
eeruiug the comPauy's terminal plans AZ
this eni II the line. The information
come from a very direct source that. bs-
cause of engineering problems Involved,
and 70 avoid two crossings Of Pearl river.
the company ntsnsls 10 build easterly
FROM Canton. twenty-five miles aorrh a
here The bu-insss interests Of Jack an
are anxious 70 have the Iius run d're~s
into this ritr. and when President Marx
lam makes al answer. If b confirms
the proposed Canton route. delegation
vii b. >eut % Chicago 70 urge the sa-
gineerius department to ehAage IL Plans
Oxford eagle. (Oxford, Lafayette Co., Miss.) 1876-current, 1912-10-31
JAS. S. SHERMAN IN
DANGER OF DEATH
vIcE-PREsIDENT SERIOUSLY ILL AT
HIS UTICA HOME.
HEALTH FAILING STEADILY
vhile Dr.. Peck ADMITS His Patient Is
Very Sick He Says There Is ss
Immediate Danger Of Death.

Utica, y. Y.-jaEiss :. >drrmau. vicr-
President OF ths United state. - ssrr
ously NJ AMI steadily failing AZ AZ hunie
Asrs- While his Vhy>ieiza. d.. Fayrtts
n PEEK. believes thsre i no imrsl ate
dsngsr Of death. ~ ths distinguished
patients condition d. .urh that It i. q
matter Of cual>cture how much isngvs
hs can Withstand the rzvag-s of tse di--
ss-s ~ith ~hiek ks Il sfa~te,l-
Dr. Peck 1u;horized this statement r.
szrisng Mr. >h-rman's dins.s aud liz
present euuiitiun.
very seriously ili. bu; thrrr j.. believe.
rear, dns 10 tho cun'iitiou of ih.. kidneys ..
hardening OF the arterirs AMI softeui1g
Of the mu-eie- of sh- hrart. wh,ch B..
somewhat stre;ch-L Mr. >hrrmau hai
an attack IN the Adirnn,iaeSs in june aud
expected him 20 dic. he improved
steadily and very satisfactorily until the
latter part Of August >lne~ then hrs
eondition has b.'~n aggravated ami Dr. has
BEEN steadily failing.
Mr.. sherman i nov in IN. c5u.iisieu
which that sort oi tryuhie leads t1. and -.
very seriously fll hat ther is. believe
40 immdiate danger - death