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Norwich bulletin., 1912-11-04
STORE ENTERED.
Guns, Knives, Razors and Other Ar ticies Stolen from Clarence Heath's.

The first burglary of importance in this city in many months was reported 10 Captain Murray Saturday morn- Ing, when it was discovered that the shop of Clarence Heath, near the foundry, had been broken into dur ing the night, and three guns, two single barreled and one double bar reled, stolen, together with a quantity of knives, razors and other small ar ticles, Entrance to the place was gained by breaking out a window. It was said Saturday that MT. Heath had been warned a day or two before the break by some men that were doing construction work in the vicinity of his place of business that two suspi- cious looking characters had been loi- tering about and apparently inspect ing the premises with a view to mak- ing a night visit
 Officers of Drop-in Class.
 At the semi-annual meeting of the Drop-in class of the Congregational church the following officers were elected: President, Mrs. F. G. Let ters; vice president, Mrs. A. G. Bow en; secretary and treasurer, Miss Anne Sampson; membership commit tee, Mrs. Alice Hayward, Mrs. c. c Brown, Miss Annie Randall; enter tainment committee, Miss S. E. Clarke Mrs. Bailey, Mrs. Bates, Mrs. Milo Warren; reception committee Mrs John Morse, Mrs. Weatherhead, Mrs H. L. Pease; sunshine committee Mrs. A. L. Mansfield
 1901 Names on Voting List.
 There are 1901 names on the voting l list for the town of Putnam that will be used by the officials at tomorrow election. The prediction Saturday was that more than 1,175 of these votes will be gotten out, the hope be- ing to exceed the showing made fou1 years ago at the national election when 1.150 votes were cast in this town, President Taft receiving FPS o1 l that total.
Norwich bulletin., 1912-11-04
Local Notes.

There was no session of the local po- lice court Saturday mOrnng.
 George Brown of Scotland picked buttercups in bloom Saturday morning.
 Mrs. Charles Toplin of Norwich, for merly of this city, was in town Sat urday calling on friends.
 Guy $. Richmond and Howard w. Morse. who work in Hartford, spent the week end at their respective homes in this city.
 Della Cote resigned as d clerk for Carpenter Bros. Saturday evening and left Sunday for Providence, where he commences work today (Monday) for the Aetna Optical company.
 The Wood social and dance in Wash burn hall Saturday evening was at tended by 150 couples. The hall was prettily decorated for the affair, and those present thoroughly enjoyed the evening. Music was furnishd by Hick- ey's orchestra of six pieces.
Norwich bulletin., 1912-11-04
Organizations to Unite.

The Willimantic board of trade and Business Mems association, Inc, will hold a special meeting in the organiza- tion's new club rooms Tuesday even- ing. for the purpose of adopting by laws to govern the amalgamated or ganiZations.
 There will also be a meeting of the old board of trade and Business Mems association to see if said bodies will vote to transfer al furniture, china rugs, etc. to the Willimanuc Board of Trade and Business Mems association, Inc.
 The members of the combined bod ies will receive election returns com mencing at : o'clock. A buffet lunch will be served during the evening.
Norwich bulletin., 1912-11-04
WEDDING.
Ritzel--Desaulniers

Paul A. Ritzel of New York city and Miss Amanda Desaulniers of this city were married Tuesday afternoon at E o'clock by Rev. John J. Papillon at St. Mary's rectory. Witnesses to the cere mony were Wilfred Desaulniers, father of the bride, and Alex Desaulieux, also a relative of the bride. The newly married couple have been staying at the home of the brides parents, on Union street. Saturday afternoon MT. and Mrs. Ritzel left on the G07 express for New York where they are to re- side
 The groom is a chauffeur for Louis Gimbol, a New York dry goods mer- chant
Norwich bulletin., 1912-11-04
Epstein Creditors Meet.

The creditors of Samuel Epstein. the young man who until recently con- ducted a dry goods store on Main street, in D. A. Turnbulrs building, held meeting last week before the referee in bankruptcy for the purpose of appointing trustee. The cred . ltors agreed upon Deputy Sheriff A J. Efeenslit and he was named as the referee. Attorney E. Frank Bugbee appeared for one of the creditors. Fly man Israel appeared for himself, hay ing loaned the bankrupt $150. D. A TurnbuI also appeared for himself, having a large claim for rent Robert J. Galliean, Morris Rothblatt and Robert M. Bath were appointed ap- praisers. The bond of the trustee was fixed at $2,600 and he was given au- thOrity to dispose of the property at private or public sale.
Norwich bulletin., 1912-11-04
DANIELSCN
Captain Darbie to Hold Instruction School at New Canaan-James E Westcott's Death in IoWa-Hampton Horse Thief Wanted-Affected Eins Cared For.

Rev. F. $. Sanford, rector of Trinity church at Brooklyn, is i'll. Mrs. Joseph Raymond has been spending a few days with friends iii WOonsocket.
 Ira D. Martin left Saturday for a weeks hunting trip in Vermont, and may visit in Maine before his return
 Mrs E. w. Davignon of St. Mary's, P. C.. is visiting relatives on the West Side.
 Mrs John Fournier has returned from 9 visit with relatives in Woon- socket.
 To instruct A. c. Officers.
 Capt. F. L. Darbie will be at New Canaan four days this week, instruct ing artillery corps officers for the gov ernment examination that comes later in the month.
 Theater Party for Operatives.
 Through the courtesy of Francis W. Moore, superintendent of the hand kerchief factory, about a score of his operatives will be entertained at the play at the Orpheum theater this (MonGay) evening.
 PlainfieId in Booze Column
 The places in the town of Plainfeld that are to be licensed will begin do- ing business this week, giving the town saloons for the first time in sev- eral years.
 A meeting of the town school com mittee has been called for this (Mon- day) afternoon.
 AS is always the case. some tax payers have failed to hand their lists 10 the assessors, which means that the latter will be obliged to add 10 per cent. the filing time having ex- pired.
 Late Vice President Honored. The Danielson postoffice was closed from 2 to o'clock Saturday after noon in respect to the memory of Vice President James $. Sherman, draped ! national colors being arranged over the entrance. Flags in town were Ulaced at half mast. Facts about the Puritans or Pilgrims will be the topic for discussion at the meeting of the Ladies' Reading circle with Mrs. Pike, Cottage street, this i (Monday) afternoon.
 A series of interclass games be- ] tween high school students who play basketball has been arranged. Some | of the games have been played in the open on the grounds in the rear of the | high school building, but the town hall will be used when the weather gets | colder.
 New Gable to DayViIle.
 Work is being done on the S. \. E. l T. cable that was recently stretched on the new pole line between here and Dayville. The cable has been up for several weeks, but the sections have not been spliced up to this time.
 After three weeks, absence, during which he has been doing special evan- geical work at a church in Riverpoint, R. l.. Rev. Thomas Feltman officiated at the services at the Advent church Sunday
 This will he busy day for those
Norwich bulletin., 1912-11-04
OLD TIME CRUELTY.
One Time When Surgery is Often
 Needless Torture.

Many operations for piles are simply needless torture, for when it's all over the piles come back.
 The one fine way to be rid of piles for good is to use Dr. Leonhardt's HEMROID. It cures piles by doing away with the cause--poor circulation.
 $1 for 24 days treatment at x. D. Sevin & Son, Norwich, Conn, and all druggists. Satisfaction guaranteed. Dr. Leonhardt Co., Station E, Buffalo. A- l. Pran- Writs far free booklet
Norwich bulletin., 1912-11-04
WILSON'S MESSAGE
Read to Assemblaee of Several Hun
 drsd Saturday Evening.

Saturday evening a crowd of sev- eral hundred gathered on Main street 70 listen to the reading of Governor Woodrow Wilson's message to the American people. A little after s o'clock Thomas J. Kelley, candidate for representative for Windham on the democratic ticket stepped out upon tn z balcony over James D. Courtney s store, at the corner of Railroad and Main streets, that had been decorated with American flags and pictures of Wilson and Marshall by p. D. Dona- hue, president of the Democratic club of Windham, and read in q loud, clear voice Governor Wilson's message, which was received with applause Mir. kel- ley also read a message from Governor Simeon F. Baldwin that Mayor Daniel ?. Dunn had received in the early evening. This was also applauded.
Norwich bulletin., 1912-11-04

in church activities and has been 2 deacon for q long period. HN is also chairman of the trustees of tho church. Mrs. Sweetland was of high character. truly religious, and devot- ed mother and wife. As a friend she was always true and devoted. Her entire life was a beautiful example of the highest type of Christian woman- hood.
 There are left to mourn her death her husband, a son and daughter, Charles L, Swectland of Bridgeport and Mrs. Ernest r. Chesbro of this city; broth CT. John Henry Scranton of Volun- town, and d sister, Mrs. Helen GilchIist of Sterling Junction, Mass. There are five grandchildren.
Norwich bulletin., 1912-11-04
PUTNAM
Newly Organized Republican Club to Make Big Fight for Victory-Bur- glary at Heath's Store-Directors of Water Company Vote to Dissolve Corporation-Eagles at Funeral of Henry Bousquet.

Any one of the opinion that the republican party in Putnam Is a has been organization, disrupted and dis organized, will have good reason to change his opinion when he sees the Taft workers get busy tomorrow (Tuesday) morning. The republican party in this town is going to make one of the most virile and aggressive fights for the success of it's candidates that has ever been seen here.
 This news follows close upon the organization of the Putnam branch of the National Republican league, which now has an enrolment of more than 400 members, the watchword being
 Let every man do his duty" The republicans in Putnam are going to 1e right up on the firing line tomor- TOW, battling with vim and valor for the triumph of their ticket No such leep down spirit of enthusiasm and determination to go out and make
 good has been manifested by the party members In many years, and they are
 going into the balloting fray with a confidence born of the great achieve ments of republicanism in the past.
 It was said on Saturday that no po- litical meeting held here in many years has been so indicative of get together SplflI ana make results as hat at which the Putnam Republican club, a permanent organization came into existence Friday night. There
 was fervor of party loyalty akin to
 1arriOtism ehhibited and a universal willingness to do every honorable thing to assure great victory at the polls tomorrow.
 The officers that have been selected for the club are as follows: Presi lent, Silas M. Wheelock; vice presi- lent, Hector Duvert; First ward vice president, E. L. Kelley; Second ward vice president, Attorney Frank E. Howarth; Third ward vice president Edward T. Tucker; Fourth ward vice president, William E. Davison; town vice president First Selectman Clar- 5nce E. Pierce; secretary, John b Daigle; treasurer, Isaac Champeau. The club workers have an effective organization of workers in the field and they will be busy every waking moment until the polls close tomor- row night.
Norwich bulletin., 1912-11-04
OCCUM AND VERSAILLES
A Second Big Engine Arrives for To- tokett company-Farming by Dyna- mite.

During last week the Totokett Mfg. Co. received a new $50 h.p. engine from Providence, R. I. This engine will be a second one to be installed by the company recently.
 Frank Filligar on Thursday moved his household goods from one of the Totokett company's tenments to his new residence, which is an ornament to the village.
 o. LaRoche during the past few
Norwich bulletin., 1912-11-04
Greeks EIated.

Greek residents of Danielson are anxiously awaiting news from some of their fellow countrymen who left here few weeks ago for the seat of war in the Balkan states, sufficient time hay ing elapsed for some of them to be in active service. The local Greeks are elated over the successes of their cOuntry's forces, and follow, through Greek newspapers published in New York, the daily course of events.
Norwich bulletin., 1912-11-04
Eight Candidates in the Field.

With eight candidates for represent atives in the field in Killingly, the po- litical sharps have it figured out that 450 votes will be sufficient with which to win, How accurate this estimate is will not long remain in doubt. The result should be known at 7.30 tomOr- row night
Norwich bulletin., 1912-11-04
Bremen at Westerly.

Thirty members of Excelsior Hook and Ladder company were guests of the Rhode Island Ones, W. F. D., West erly, R. l.. Saturday evening. The To- cal fremen left this city on the 4.25 trolley Saturday afternoon and return ed home Sunday afternoon.
Norwich bulletin., 1912-11-04
Maccahees Pay Death Claim.

Franklin c. Brown, record and finance keeper of Thread City tent, No. 23 Knights of Maccabees, presented Mrs. Few the past week a check for $1,000. the amount of insurance car ried by her husband, the late James J. lew
Norwich bulletin., 1912-11-04

cial meeting will be held November 30, to see whether the stockholders will confirm the action taken. The plant and property of the water com pany was recently purchased by the city of Putnam. The stockholders in the company have already received a payment of S120 a share on their hold ings of stock, and 1t is expected that further payment will be made to them before the affairs of the com pany are closed.
 Planning High Grade Concerts.
 Manager George M. Fine of the Bradley theater is to venture into the field of high grade musical attrac- tions to test out the desire of the local public for such a class of entertain ments. He has arranged for a con- cert by a company that recently was accorded a great reception at Carne- gie hall, New York.
Norwich bulletin., 1912-11-04
poctorina Diseased Trees.
OBITUARY.
James E. Westcott,

James F. Westcott. who died last week at Sioux City, Ia. was many years ago a resident of the East Xiii lingly part of this town. He was a funeral director and q few years ago was president of the Funeral Directors lSsOciat ion Of Iowa
Norwich bulletin., 1912-11-04
Silent Tribute to Vice President Sher-

Saturday afternoon at ? o'clock the fire alarm bell in the tower of the Sank street station was tolled for five minutes. and during that time men in the employ of the city and town gov ernmcnJs and those employed in sev- erai business houses stopped all work cut of respect to the memory of Vice Presid mt James :. sherman, whose funeral took place at that hour in Udca. Y. Y. All flags in the city of WillimanGc were displayed at half mast
Norwich bulletin., 1912-11-04
Appointed District Deputy.

John N. Williams of Natchaug lodge No. 22, Knights of Pythias has been appointed a district deputy over Oliver Woodhouse lodge of Colchester and George $. Hull lodge of Lebanon by the grand chancellor of the state.
Norwich bulletin., 1912-11-04
Death of Miss Minnie Harwood.

Miss Minnie l.. Harwood, Is. daugh- ter of Mrs. c. L. Harwood, died yes terday evening of diabetes. Besides her mother she leaves two brothers, Ed ward and Raymond and two sisters, Ada and Julia
Norwich bulletin., 1912-11-04
Meeting of Current Events Club.

At the meeting of the Current Events club this (Monday) evening the host esses will be Miss Florence Washburn and Mrs. finders Jacobsen. Miss Hew- it will furnish music.
 Dr. G. P. Bard has been called to Norwich on account of the death of his father George F. Bard.
Norwich bulletin., 1912-11-04
Foot Injured.

Mir. and Mrs J. o. Trudeau were ill Hartford Sunday to visit their son, Arthur, at St. Francis hospital, Ar thur Trudeau sustained an injury to his right foot Friday evening while working as a brakeman for the New York. Flew Haven and Hartford Rail road company between East Hartford and H6peWeu Junction
Norwich bulletin., 1912-11-04

days has been busy getting ground ready for the planting of an extensive orchard. Mir. LaRoche has been using dynamite in digging holes for setting out the fruit trees
 The fourth night of the fair being held by St. Josephs parish was well attended on Tuesday evening, the fair being very successful.
Norwich bulletin., 1912-11-04
WILLIMANTIC
What Is Goino On Tonioht

Moving Pictures at the Gem, Bijou and Scenic Temple.
 Natcnaug Lodge. No. 22. Knights of Jythias.
 LUlion st. Jean Baptiste. Canadian Club Rooms.
Norwich bulletin., 1912-11-04

Willin1antic, Danielson and Putnam
Polling Hours Tuesday.

getting out the vote tomorrow. Per fecting plans and organization will keep those interested very busy.
 Polling Hours Tuesday.
 The polls in the town of Killingly are tu be open tomorrow (Tuesday) from 9 a. m. to p. m, these hours being for all of the three districts of the town. The voting in the First district will he in the town hall, in the Second district in Webster's hall at Dayville, and in the Third district at Paine's hall in East Killingly.
 Doctoring Diseased Trees. W. J. Schoonman has been engaged the past few days in cutting dead parts out of the big elms on Main street at the corner of Academy street. The tops of these fine old trees have become badly affected dur ing the past few years through the ravages of insect pests and from other causes.
 Trade Stimulated. The snappy weather of Saturday made business more brisk for the mer- chants in town, who have watched heavyweight stocks failing to move on account of the exceptionally warm Oc- tOber
Norwich bulletin., 1912-11-04
Bannuet far Kniuhts.

The fourth degree members Of San Jose assembly, No. If, Knights of Co., lumbus, are to hold a banquet at Windham Inn Thursday evening.
Norwich bulletin., 1912-11-04
Stole Hampton Horse

Joseph Strong. alias Albert Du- charme, is wanted in Hampton on a charge of having stolen & valuable horse from Frederick Burnham of that town. Deputy Sheriff John H. Ftts has a warrant for Strongs arrest.
Norwich bulletin., 1912-11-04
Defininu Pob.

We fear that Senator La Toilette is Roosevelt kind of prOgressivc-the kind that can support only himself for presidcnt.-New York World
Norwich bulletin., 1912-11-04
Note Frop ,apan

Over in Japan they are lnaugurating an era of great righteousness" Oyg- icy Bay papers please copy,-Chicago Intnr- Oeean
Norwich bulletin., 1912-11-04
s12o A SHARE.
Already Paid Stockholders Of Putnam, Water Company.

The stockholders of the Putnam
 Water company have been notified that the directors have voted to dis solve the corporation and that a spe-
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T. Jacobsen 90. Yare 90. Lee go, M. Turschman Q, Buckley 90, c. Pinney S9, Fisk SS.
Norwich bulletin., 1912-11-04
League Standing.

The bowling averages of the Staff ford Candlepin league at the end of the third week follow:
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PIannino Hiqh Grade Concerts.
FUN NERAL.
Henry Bosuuet.

Funeral services for Henry Bos- quet, accidentally shot and killed on Thursday afternoon while hunting in the woods in the vicinity of Harris vile, were held at St. Mary's church Sunday afternoon at 2 o'clock, Putnam aerie of Eagles, with which the de- ceased was affiliated, attending the service in a body, members of the order acting as bearers. Burial was in St. Marys cemetery.
 Rush Orders at Foundry.
 The Putnam Foundry & Machine Co. is now one of he busiest of the industries of the city, having orders sufficient to keep the full working force rushed to the limit.
 Mir. and Mrs. Edward Morrill, of Worcester were visitors with friends in Putnam, Saturday. Miss Mary Wheaton was leader of the consecration meeting of the Y. P. $. c. E. at the Congregational church Sunday evening.
 Union Thanksgiving services are to be held at the Congregational church this year.
 There was q social dance in Rents hall Saturday evening at which the Ideal Singing orchestra of Webster played
 Henry 4. Rouse of Providence called on friends in Putnam Saturday. Lowell Ross has returned from a visit with his son in St. Louis.
Norwich bulletin., 1912-11-04

High team total--Merchants ] High team string--Independents.
 High three strings-M. Tursch- man, c. Pinney. High single string-M. Tursch-
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The average cost of ocean telegraph cables is about S2,000 a mile
Norwich bulletin., 1912-11-04
STAFFORD SPRINGS

Clerks Bowling Team Leads at End ot Third Week-Death of Miss Min,is L. Aarwood.
Norwich bulletin., 1912-11-04
An important Last Minute Message
to the VoterSrof Connecticut

Ii you want to vote tor Theodore Roosevelt and Hiram Johnson for President and Vice President of the United States
 II you want to vote tor Herbert Knox Smith for Gov- ernor of Connecticut-
 II you want to vote ago44ot the corporations that have con- tolled your lawmaklng for years If you want to vote tor a Square Deal all around, and an end of political log rolling and lobby dictation-
 Then put an (W in the circle over the Progressive Party, or pull the bottom lever on the voting machine until the bell rings.
 Don't be ticked or fooled into voting either theDemocradc or Republic an ticket. They are identcally the same so far as corporation control IS concerned.
 IAdvl
Norwich bulletin., 1912-11-04

Averages of Leaders. Melbourne g, Snow 92, H. Pinney 9i
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getting out the vote tomorrow. Per fecting plans and organization will keep those interested very busy.
Norwich bulletin., 1912-11-04
To Instruct A. c. Officers.

Capt. F. L. Darbie will be at New Canaan four days this week, instruct ing artillery corps officers for the gov examination that comes later in the month.
Norwich bulletin., 1912-11-04
Theater Party for Operatives.

Through the courtesy of Francis w. Moore, superintendent of the hand kerchief factory, about a score of his operatives will be entertained at the play at the Orpheum theater this (MonIaVl evening
The day book. [volume] (Chicago, Ill.) 1911-1917, 1912-09-17

paper mills owner, Middlston, o.,
sentenced to 8 months in House
of Correction for pandering. $500
fine.
"Sailboat Miconda wrecked off
Milwaukee. Got on reef and tied
so she won't be pounded. Am
leaving in dingy at II a. m
Thursday"
This note found in bottle in
lake at Lincoln park by Arthur
Backen, Is, 1892 Panssen ave-,
who was swimming. Life saving
station master looking up wreck.
Six Texas long-horned steers
escaped from freight car on Belt
line, w. 18th st. and S. Western
ave.
One killed by train. Others
stampeded on streets. Caught by
policemen.
Charles Gardner, AZ, "a E. In
diana ave-, found guilty of serious
charges preferred by his daughter
Alma, IA. Life imprisonment.
Anton Frankiwicz, 40, 1854 S.
Wood ST., while drunk, mistook
.carbolic acid for whisky. Dead.
John w. Steel, 6632 Ellis ave.,
janitor, beat wife while drunk.
Sentenced to drink nothing
stronger than buttermilk.
Winifred Drury, 81 w. Super
ior, cashier 1879 Milwaukee av.,
held to grand jury on $1,500
bonds for larceny.
John Urebeski, 8, 1888 w. Chi
cago av., slightly hurt when Chi
cago av. car struck wagon he was