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Norwich bulletin., 1912-12-30
Two Silver Weddings Were Observed
Mr. and Mrs. Michael Murphy Celebrated the Occasion with Dinner Party for Fourteen at the Auditorium Hoel- Mir. and Mrs. Rive Swarzburg Held Reception to Two Hundred Friends.

MT. Murphy Is well known and estimable funeral director. Their friends unite in wishing Mir. and Mrs. Murphy many years of continued hap piness.
 Mir. and Mrs. Swartzburg's Anniver-
 sary.
 celebration of the twenty fifth an- niversary of their marriage was held Sunday by Kive and Mary Swartz- burg of No. 129 Summit street in the Hebrew synagogue on High street on Sunday evening. Over two hundred of their friends from this and other cities were in attendance.
 Rev. Max Stamm offered prayer and after his words Myer Blumenthal ad- dressed the gathering and spoke in an interesting way of some of the var ious incidents that have come up in the course of the twenty five years of Mir. and Mrs. Swartzburg's voyage on the matrimonial sea. His remarks were received with appreciation and then Saul Alofsin read a lcOg list of congratulatory telegrams received by the couple from friends in different parts of the country. A number oi valuable presents were received.
 For 1T years past MT. Swartzburg has conducted the business of mer- chant tailor on Franklin square ana he is well known. to many Norwich people. His wife is the daughter oi Mrs. Annie Jennes. Mir. and Mrs SwartZburg were married on Dec 29 1887 and they are now the parents of three children: Annie, who is tho wife of Bernard Chopper of New Yorl city, and Jennie and Ida of this city There are also two grandchildren, Will. liam and Manuel Chopper.
 \ supper was served, and all par. ticipated in delightful evening of in formal sociability and MT. and Mrs Swartzburg were complimented ol their happy success in wlthstandins the ravages of time and showered witt best wishes for the future. Anniversary guests were presen from New York. Waterbury and Hart ford.
Norwich bulletin., 1912-12-30
FUN ERAL.
Mrs. Michael RAardcn.

The funeral of Mrs. Michael Rear don was held from the home of her daughter, Mrs Thomas Frederick, at No. 80 Norwich avenue, at S.30 o'clock Saturday morning, and the large at tendance included friends and rela- tives from New York, Willimantic, Baltic and Norwich. Rev. Phillipe L.. Massicotte officiated at the services in the Sacred Heart church. during which two hymns were rendered by William T. Delaney. There were many beauti- full flowers, showing the high esteem in which Mrs. 'Reardon was held by her many friends. The bearers were John P. Flynn. John Daley, James Ma lone and Timothy Day of Willimantic. Burial was in St. Mary's cemetery. Undertaken Grant had charge of the funeral.
 Mrs. Reardon was well known here, having passed 30 years of her life in TaftVille,
Norwich bulletin., 1912-12-30
55 COLONIAL LODGES.
Norwich Masons Are Eligible for Pro. posed Grand Lodge of Masons.

For the purpose of perperuating the ante-hellub Masonic traditions and memories of Colonial days, a Grand Lodge of America, Order Colonial Masters, Is to be organized at Hal flax, N. C., today: There will be an afternoon and a. night session, the meeting to conclude with a Colonial ball and reception, when the partici- pants will appear in colonial costume
 Eligible members to the proposed Grand Lodge of America, Order Co., loniaI Masters, will be the masters and past masters of the colonial lodges of America. There are 55 of these col onial lodges in the United States char tered prior to 177s, whose members feel peculiar pride in the antiquity of their organizations. Most of these lodges are located in eastern cities, from Portland, Me. to Savannah, Ga, only two being in the west, one at Marietta, O.. and the other at De- troit, Mich.
 In Connecticut there are Colonial lodges: Norwich, Hartford. New Lon don, New Haven, Fairfield, Giulford; Waterbury, Greenwich, Norwalk and Stratford.
Norwich bulletin., 1912-12-30
BIG TROLLEY SUITS.
Louis R. 5oIIes. Formerly of Norwich, Claims $25,0oo from Connecticut Company.

Louis R. Bolles, an insurance agent and formerly bartender at the Wau- regan house in this city, and now of Bridgeport. who was badly injured on September last when a trolley car ran down Congress street hill in that city. has instituted suit for $25,- poo damages against the Connecticut company. He claims that he will be crippled for the remainder of his life and that he has expended the sum of SS0o0 a5 Q result of the injuries he received. He asserts ttat the trolley ear vas iu bad shape, the brakes de- fective and the motollnan inexper- fenced. The motorman has brought suit for $2,500 damages alleging that the brakes were defective. They have not yet been filed in court.
 Julia Grandheld, who was on a car running between Savin Rock and Bridgeport last July has brought suit against the Connecticut company for s10,000 damages.
 Mary J. Clayton, administratrix on the estate of William H. Clayton, has brought suit for $10,o00 damages against the company Clayton was riding on an automobile truck on June 27 last. and it is claimed that the trolley car and truck collided and [ Clayton's skull was crushed and he died
Norwich bulletin., 1912-12-30
HARRY o. BISHOP WAS
 FORMER NORWICH MAN.
Died in Hospital Following Injuries Received in New London Accident.

Harry O.. Bishop of New Haven, the freight conductor of the New Haven road and a former Norwich resident, died at the Lawrence hospital in New London early Saturday morning from injuries received at Fort Neck yard Friday night. when he was crushed between two freight cars.
 Bishop was in charge of freight train NM from Midway to Harlem river, which stopped in the Fort Neck yard of the road about g o'clock. Bishop went between two cars to couple the air brake when an engine switched some cars on to the train. Bishop was caught between the cars and thrown to the ground, the wheels passing over his body.
 When he was found by members of the train crew Bishop was seen to be seriously injured He was taken 10 the union station on an engine and at the baggage room he was attended by Dr. F. M. Dunn. He was given emergency treatment and then ordered taken to the Lawrence hospital. There it was found necessary to amputate the left leg above the knee and the left arm above the elbow. The right leg was fractured in three places. Bishop lived on1T a siT01-tt tilaa tin Q after theA2- eTdllOn- uNlng dOOuJ l O CLOCK.
 MT. Bishop was we'll known in this city among railroad men ana others and his death is a source H regret generally. At one time he was in the employ of Roadstrand & Lord in Nor wich. He was formerly employed as a conductor on the New London lines of the Connecticut company. Later he entered the employ of the Central Vermont Railway company as brake man. later being promoted to con ductor. About a year and half ago he became employed by the New Ha- ven road. He is a member of the StoningtOn lodge of Odd Fellows.
 Mir. Bishop was the son of Edsor s. Bishop. United States marshal and | the late Mary E. Davis Bishop, and his wife was Miss Bertha A. Ingrahan of Greeneville, where they were mar ried in 1900. MT. Bishop at the time of his wedding was station master ir Danielson. He was 35 years of agt l and is survived by his wife and one daughter. Doris, aged years, and hi. 1 father A brother, Arthur Bishop l died in Norwich several years ago. MT. and Mrs. Bishop were in Nor. wich on Christmas as guests at tn, home of Frank D. Davis of West Mail
 street.
 FrrA-a1 services will he held toda7
 in Ne7r onf1T and re remains vii
 be brought to this city this afternoon | for burial in Yantic cemetery
Norwich bulletin., 1912-12-30
NEW YEARS AT Y. M. c. A. Open House Will Be Observed for Benefit of General Public.

The local Young Mems Christian as- soeiation is preparing to open the new year by holding open house at the building New Years day and the gen. eral public men and women. will be welcomed In the afternoon from to will be open house for the boys and an entertaining programme, including music and events in the gymnasium, has been prepared. The Ladies' auxil- iary will serve a lunch in the after noon and in the evening. when from 7.30 to 10 the building will be thrown open to the older people. In the even ing there will be a gym carnival under the direction of Physical Director A. c. Pease.
 In the afternoon Linton's orchestra will entertain the boys with selections, and in the evening Swahn's full or chestra of ten pieces will furnish mu- sic. Emil Cless of New York, bell ringer, soioist and impersonator, will have part in the programme of af- ternoon and eveniDS
Norwich bulletin., 1912-12-30
DIED.
DIED. pTsuOP-In Memorial hospital.


 BIsHoP-In Memorial hospital. New
 London, Dec. 3S, 1912. Harry O.
 Bishop aged 35 years.
 Funeral services will be held at R. H.
 Byles' funeral parlors, 52 Main street
 New London. Monday. Dec. so, at lz
 in this city on arrival of o'clock
 train. i LoFTUs-In New London. Dec 5s, 1912. Mary Loftus- CROWELI-In New London. Dec. 2T, 1912, William H. 'Crowell. aged 57 years.
 HARRIsON-In Waterford. Dec. 2s, 1912, Gertrude Harrison, wife of Will son A. Harrison, aged 56 years. KEILOGG+In Colchester. Dec. 2s. Mrs. Helen E. Kellogg aged CT years. GAY-In South Dakota, Dec. 25, Jona-
 than A. Gay. formerly of this city. | wILLIAMs-In this city. Dec. 27, 1912. George W. Williams, aged 73 years.
 of Henry Allen ( Son Monday after noon, Dec. 30, at 2-SO o'clock.
 DWYER-In St Vincent's hospital. New York city. Dec. 2S. John Dwyer, son of MT. and Mrs. Michael Dwyer. of 16S North Main street. Norwich. aged ! "A years.
 | Funeral from the home of his parents =163 North Main street. Tuesday morning at S.3o. Requiem mass at | St. Mdry churSn dl clOch- HILL-In this city. Dec. 27s suddenly, | Charles Webster HUI, aged 70 years | Funeral from his late home. Ss Division | street, Monday afternoon. Dec. 30, al 1 12.S0 o'clock. NYGREN-In Baltic. Dec, 2s. Ida NJ 1 Anderson, wife of John Nygren, aged 1 A years and g months. l sTANTON-At Norwich Town. Dec. 2T 1 1912, Rhoda A. Simms. widow oi James Stanton. formerly of Lyme aged 91 years.
 | Funeral services will be held at her
 late home, 56 Otrabando road, Mon-
 day morning, Dec. 30. at o'clock
 Burial in Mantle, Conn.
Norwich bulletin., 1912-12-30
COMPLETES APPRENTICESHIP
And So Arthur Campbell Gave Ban
 qust at the Waureean.

Arthur Campbell entertained nine teen fellow employees at a banquet Sat- urday evening at the Wauregan hotel to note the completion of his seven States Finishing company Mir Camp bell received the congratulations of his friends and the occasion proved a most ehJoyable one. An excellent menu was served and Mir. Campbell pl esided at the post prandial exercises. There were remarks by many of thoso pres- ent. James F, Drew gave entertain ing piano selections. and pleasing so- los were rendered by James Holiin, Samuel McGill and Archibald P. Mac Dougau
Norwich bulletin., 1912-12-30
KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS
 WORK THIRD DEGREE
Many Visiting Knights anu State Off, eers Were in Attsndanoe-Lunch Served.


 White Cross council, No. 1S, Knights of Columbus, held one of the most successful meetings in the history of the council Sunday afternoon in For eSters hall, the council chamber being filled with the local members and vis- itors from all over the state. The meeting was for the purpose of exem- plifying the third or major degree of the order and the impressiyeness of the work was acceLtuated by the pres ence of many of the state officials. The degree was exemplif1ed by District Deputy M. J. Sullivan and his degree team from New London, assisted by State Deputy William J. Mulligan of Thompsonville and several of the dis triet deputies from the other Connect icut districts.
 Amongst the visiting knights were Revs. J. H. Fitzmaurice, ". H. Ken nedy, Edward Plunkett and w. A, Cavanaugh of this city, w. A. Keefe of Plainfeld, Edward Hayes of Jewett City, Philip Massicotte of Taftville Richard Morrisey of Voluntown and P. J. Mccormick of the Catholic uni versity of Washington, D. C.; State Deputy William J. Mulligan of Thomp- sonyille, State Advocate J. J. Collins of New London, District Deputy Will liam J. Cronin of New Haven, Cor nelius J. Blinn of Terryville and P. J. Herlihe of Willimantic; Grand Knights John c. Cavanaugh of Thompsonville Patrick Day of New London, E. J. Gallagher of Moosup, Daniel McShef- frey of Taftville and John Cuddy ot Montville
 At the close of the degree work Grand Knight E. T. Burke turned the meeting over to the lecturer of the council, c. ". James, who had a pro- gramme arraigned which included ad- dresses by Mayor T. C. Murphy, State Comptroller elect Daniel P. Dunn State Deputy William J. Mulligan, Dis trict Deputy William J. Grimm. Dis trict Deputy M. J. Sullivan and JohT N. Lee, master of the fourth degree A buffet lunch was served by tht Wauregan house.
Norwich bulletin., 1912-12-30
shelterine Arms Service.


 Rev. F. W. Coleman of Trinity Meth
 odist church conducted a helpful ser vice at the Sheltering Arms Sunday afternoon. The subject of the ad- dress was Gods Love. Christ is. the expression to us of Gods love, he said. It required the revelation of Christ to show something besides the power and wisdom to show the heart of God. The God from whose presence we came and to Whom we shall go, gave His Son to die for us. Through health and sickness, youth and old age, yet when we come to the valley of the shadow of death, may He be with us to strengthen and support.
 A choir of nine young ladies un- der the direction of Mrs. W. c. Hasel- den, made the musical part of the hour one to be remembered. In the anthems Dreamy Light and Child of Heaven the idea of Christmas was prominent and the parts were given with true harmony and beauty of ex- pression. Waldo Newbury was at the piano. Many came in to the service and afterwards visited with members of the household. s
Norwich bulletin., 1912-12-30
ST. JosEPH's soDALITYs
 33D ANNIVERSARY
JNn. 6 is than.pats on Which It Will
 Abrated.

St. Joseph'A lSodality and Literary
 association is panning for the observ-
 ance of its 33d anniversary with a
 banquet at the Wauregan hotel on
 Jan. 6, and preparations are under way
 to make the occas lon a delightful one The principal sreake of the evening will be Mayor T. 2. Murphy, Corpora ton Counsel Joseph T. Banning, Rev. J. H. Brodericl1, Rev. W. A. Keefe of Plainfleld, Dr. John W Callahan and John J. Corkery. There will be an interesting musical programme with solos by various members of the so- dality.
 The committee in charge of the af- fair Is composed of John J. Sullivan, Thaddeus Leahy. Joseph H. Sheridan,
 James F. Drew and Walter B. Hynds.
Norwich bulletin., 1912-12-30
Steam Shovel Moved.

The steam shovel that has been at work on the bank just north of Bald wins store, on Norwich avenue, was removed to the Lisbon side of the riv- CT Sunday. where 1t will be set at work on the new .Jewett City road. For the past week it has been digging out the hillside and loading the earth onto carts to be carried over to the new road. The work of removing the ma- chine to the opposite side of the river was greatly retarded because no spikes were used in the wheels. neces- sitating the use of blanks The ma. chine, which is a powerful one, remov- ed many tons of earth while in Taft vile.
Norwich bulletin., 1912-12-30

Shortly after 2.45 o'clock Saturday afternoon Central Village car north bound jumped the tracks on the curve just north of the Marguerite building. on North Main street, and crossing the street ran up onto the sidewalk and almost over the embank- ment. As it was the iron fence was badly twisted and bent. The wrecking car soon arrived and after a half hours hard work pulled the car back into the street and onto the rails again. The accident tied up traffic for some time and quite a crowd was at tracted to the spot. The car was in charge of Motorman George Jennings and Conductor Frank Burdick.
Norwich bulletin., 1912-12-30
Seventeen at christma. pinnsr.

MT. and Mrs. Daniel Wheeler en- tertained a family party of seventeen at their home on Sturtevant street Christmas day. After dinner, which was served at one o'clock, all re- paired to the sitting room, where a large tree was loaded with gifts. Dan iel Fowler and Frank Faulkner dis tributed the presents and great fun was enjoyed. The party broke up at T o'clock. all wishing MT. and Mrs Wheeler a Happy New Year. Some left for Groton, others for Thames vile.
Norwich bulletin., 1912-12-30
MRS. MARY ANN PETERSON
 DEAD AT AGE OF 1o6
New London's Oldest Resident Passed
 Away on Sunday.

New London, Conn, Dec. 2s.-Mrs. Mary Ann Peterson, believed to be one of the oldest women in Connect icut, died today at The Shepard's Tent, home for aged women, in the 10Sth year of her age. She was born in New London, August 22, 1907. Up to a few days ago Mrs. Peterson had en- joyed the best of health.
 She was the widow of Nelson Peter son, a cooper. who died 65 years ago, Mrs. Peterson had a remarkable nem- >ory and she retained her faculties up the last Particularly interesting
 Ae her "reminiscences of the old %gAs days, and of war scenes.
Norwich bulletin., 1912-12-30

Mir and Mrs Michael V. Murphy nestle felicity on Saturday. and on Sunday evening made pleasing observ- ance of that fact by giving to a small circle of relatives and intimate friends, many of whom were at the ceremony 25 years ago, a dinner party in the banquet room at the Auditorium hotel The floral decorations were especially attractive and covers were laid for IA. This excellent menu was served by the Auditorium management:
 Bluepoints on Half Shell.
 Bisque of Tomato aux Groton.
 Celery. Olives. Radishes.
 Salted Nuts. Oysters a la Newburg en Croustade.
 Roast Native Turkey. Stuffed.
 Cranberry Sauce.
 Boiled Onions.
 Snow Potatoes. Mashed Turnips.
 Green Apple Fritters aux Rum.
 Waldorf Salad. Columbia Ice Cream. Assorted Cake. Malaga Grapes. Layer Raisins. Roquefort and American Cheese. Toasted Water Waters. DemitaSse. MT. and Mrs. Murphy received their l friends at their home. No. 353 Main street, where there was a beautiful display of silver gifts given in com memoratiOn of the anniversary. iu St Patricks church in this city MT Murphy was united in m6rrlcge with Miss Abbie E. G'Neil by the late l Rev. T. P. Shahan on Dec. 2s. 1881, and all of their married life has been passed in Norwich. Mrs. Murphy was ! the daughter of Timothy and Abbie Reardon O'Neil and is native of Ire l land. MT Murphy is native of this 1 city. the son of Mary Hartie and Val 1 entine Murphy. They have been blessed with two daughters, Misses Margaret M. and Helen Murphy, both of this city.
Norwich bulletin., 1912-12-30
OBITUARY.
John QWNsr

! The life of John Dwyer came to a
 pse in the Bellevue hospital in New
 prk city about noon Saturday after
 illness of one week with pneumonia.
 Dwyer wa born in this 24- years
 D, the son of Michael and Catherine
 kyer and received his education in
 Greeneville Grammar school, class
 R01. Six years ago he went to New where he had since made his hd being employed in hotel. The boS arrived early Sunday morning and Cas taken to the home of his parS s at No. 16S rear North Main stre, from where the funeral will be
 Mr wyer leaves both parents ard two bAthers, Michael J. Dwyer, sex ton of Mary's church and Timothy Dwyer Cambridge. Mass. There are als i've sisters, Mrs. Bernard Mo Guire, N elen Dwyer Miss Csthr erine D1 Miss B. Dwyer, Miss home.
 MT. Dwyer was a popular young man and had host 5f friends here who extend their Heartfelt sympathy fha Co
Norwich bulletin., 1912-12-30
Game from Lyme.

Mrs. James Stanton. whose death occurred Friday, Dec. 27,. at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Charles Howard of the Otrodando road, came here a few weeks ago to be with her daugh- ter. MT. and Mrs. Howard moved here from Lyme last October. Burial will in Lyme, which was MT. Stanton's home, today (Monday).
Norwich bulletin., 1912-12-30
PinochIe Club.

President John B. Benoit presided at a special meeting of the Pinochle club called to order at o'clock Friday evening for the purpose of planning for the annual dance of the society. This committee was appointed to make the necessary arrangements: William Chamberlain (chairnan), David Liv- ingstone and Andrew Fromander There was a large attendance at the meeting and much enthusiasm was shown by the members.
Norwich bulletin., 1912-12-30
Service at Rackus HospItal.

The musical programme at the Backus hospital Sunday afternoon was in charge of Loyal circle of the Kings Daughters, the music being rendered by the Ideal orchestra, Many were in attendance, including friends of the patients, and the hour was pleasantly passed.
Norwich bulletin., 1912-12-30
M.mb.rs of Franklin Party.

MT. and Mrs. Frank Skinner and son, Erie, also Mrs. Skinner's mother, Mrs. N. c. Mitchell. of Pecks Corner, were in Franklin for Christmas. where MT. and Mrs. Erie Mitchell entertained a family party af eighteen at dinner. a loaded tree and Christmas recitations making most enjoyable afternoon.
Norwich bulletin., 1912-12-30
chri.tuas Ire. st chaoeI.

There will be a Christmas tree, with musical programme given by the Sunday school, in the chapel of the First Congregational church Tuesday evening at o'clock,
Norwich bulletin., 1912-12-30

Rev P. ]. Mccormick IL. D.. a member of the faculty of the Catholic University of Washington is visiting his mother on 5th street Father Mc- Cormick celebrated the o'clock mass Sunday morning and gave a short instruction on the gospel, at St. Mary s church
Norwich bulletin., 1912-12-30
MELVILLE
L0ds'-N'~ Elected

A successful dance social was carried out in Parish Hall Saturday evening by Hugh H. Osgood lodge, l. O. o. F. Soon after the doors were opened at 7.30 o'clock the hall was crowded, people attending from Oc- cum and Norwich. An excellent. mus ical programme for the dancing was furnished by Livingstones orchestra, and refreshments were served. The committee in charge of the evening consisted of Joseph Wholey, Jr., Will liam Hetchel, Frank Knowles and Ern- est Jones.
 At the meeting Friday evening the lodge elected the following officers for the first six months of the new year: Noble grand, Ernest Jones; vice noble grand, Joseph Wholey. Jr.: treasurer John Wood; permanent secretary, Jo- seph Wholey, Sr.; recording secretary Fred Knowles. The newly elected of- ficers will be TnsTaTTed ar t1r5--sse-zt meeting of the lodge. which comes in January.
Norwich bulletin., 1912-12-30

Miner Robbins of South Canterbury recently visited his sister. Mrs. Julia Bates of Otrobando avenue.
Norwich bulletin., 1912-12-30

Mrs. Martha Richmond of Plainfielc and her niece, Mrs. Lydia Bennett oi Central Village. are visiting Mrs. Julia Talbot of Otrobando avenue.
Norwich bulletin., 1912-12-30

Bradford Larkin has returned to his home in Lebanon after spending sev- eral days with Mir. and Mrs. Larkin of Central avenue.
Norwich bulletin., 1912-12-30

man and had host 6f friends here who extend their heartfelt sympathy to the bereayed family.
Norwich bulletin., 1912-12-30

Mrs. E. W. Northrop of Stonington Point and Mrs. John Kilroy of Yantic spent Saturday with their parents, MT. and Mrs. Henry Skinner of the Scot land road.
Norwich bulletin., 1912-12-30

MT Allen Harvey of North Stoning- ton spent the day recently at her for mer home on Washington street
Norwich bulletin., 1912-12-30
lll1e L1nllgliu,
Norwich, Monday, Dec. 30, 1912.

The Bulletin should De delivered everywhere in the city before a. m.
 Subscribers who taii to receive 1t by that time will confer a favor by re-
Norwich bulletin., 1912-12-30

William Carroll of Massachusetts has returned after spending the Christmas holidays with his mother on Sixth street.
Norwich bulletin., 1912-12-30

The rain of last Friday was disap- pointing to men who have been haul ing wood from where 1t was out over the snow to market, as the roads are now in bad condition.
Norwich bulletin., 1912-12-30

James s. Collins student at Mt Hermon school, East Northfield. Mass. who is at his home in Montville for the vacation. was the guest for Christmas of Dr and Mrs. N. G. Gray of Fer- gason avenue
Norwich bulletin., 1912-12-30

John Mitchell of Pecks Corner is spending several weeks with relatives in Waterford.