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BoletiÌn mercantil de Puerto Rico. (San Juan, P.R.) 18??-1918, 1912-08-31
(Continuacion.)

Las ratas cauSan tambien mucho
dano royendo la cubierta de los hilos
telef6nic0s En- el caSo de la luz elec-
trica. Ia cubierta de los hiIoS eS uSada a
veceS en- la construction de los nidos pc
TO veces es la parafina de dicha Gu
bierta el objeto del ataque
Por 10 que parece las rataS pueden
roer casi todoS los materiaes mas comu-
neS. salvo la piedra, el ladrillo duro. ce-
mento el vidrio el hierro. La MADEIRA
el mortero no bastan para mantenerlas
lejos de los cuartoS Y dep6SitoS Al
gunaS veces en- una sola noche abren agu-
.ieros en- paredes puertas. Del mismo
modo penetran en- baules, roperoS, bibIio-
tecas. habitaciones, barriles caias. Ca
81 toda casa VEGA presenta Senales de
estar haber eStado invadida por las
ratas. La depreciation de casas Y niue
bleS Sc debe en- gran parte a las Senales
impresas por las ratas, y que no pueden
ocultarse mi apelando al barniz nj -
pintura
Los danos que las ratas cauSan a las
viviendas SON grandes Las vigas y los
pisos Sc deterioran rapidamente por el
contacto con la tiera hiImeda que traen
las ratas de SuS cuevas. Los cielos ra-
sos. decoracioneS de las paroles, y alfOm-
bras Sc ven veces inundados por los
aguJeros que las ratas cauSan en- las tll-
beriaS receptaculoS de MADEIRA Ionas
enladrilladaS a1n los cimientos Sc
ven minados y destruidos por las ratas
Todo este representa- perdidas reales
Y un constante derroche de los recursos
del pals
Pueden citarse algunos ejemplos de
danos variadisimos causados por las ra.
tas para demostrar las distintas clases
de perjuicios que pqeden causar.
En- Washington. las ratas destruyeror
en- una tienda so docenas de escobas Z
$2.5O la docena En- otra tienda en- una
s6la noche destruyeron por valor de $500
BoletiÌn mercantil de Puerto Rico. (San Juan, P.R.) 18??-1918, 1912-08-31

En- 1916 hubo en- las islas Bermudas
dos amos de hambre y fueron las ratas
la cau~a En- la parte sur del DeNhan y
EN- los diStritos de Maharata dc las lndiaS
las ratas tuvieron la cullta de la escasez
de las cosechas en- los amos de 1878 y
1879. y Sc las consider6 en- gran parte
re,ponsabIes del hambre Que sigui6 di-
cha escaSez. tn colaborador de Cham
ber's Journal" dijo que los franceses
habian abandonado la IsIa de Francia
(Mauricio) en- 1910 causa de la gran
abundancia de ratas
BoletiÌn mercantil de Puerto Rico. (San Juan, P.R.) 18??-1918, 1912-08-31
NOTICIAS

Anoche, en- la calle da San Sebastian,
tuvieron una rina los individuos Harold
James y Svene Norgrew. Cuando el
guardia del Servicio trat0 Gle arrestar-
los fut agredido por James y Sc VIC
obligado a haccr uSo del rotten Los dos
fueron arreStadoS.
BoletiÌn mercantil de Puerto Rico. (San Juan, P.R.) 18??-1918, 1912-08-31

En- la parada 10 / 2. ell autom6vil de
carga No. 654, guiado por el chauffeur
Pedro Curet. ia, ehoco aver con ell ca
rro ,, propiedad del municipio. y 10
destroz6 completamente
BoletiÌn mercantil de Puerto Rico. (San Juan, P.R.) 18??-1918, 1912-08-31

FL . del actual, en- el barrio Ma
ranjo de Rinc6n la policia requiri0 a
Eleuteri0 Conception para que entire
case un punal que portaba. Conception
Sc neg6 clio y agredio al guardia An
gel Morales. II, en- el brazo izQuierdo.
Este le dispar6 un tiro que le cause
una herida de poca gravedad.
En- Hato Rey Sc envencn0 aver cor
permanganato dc potasa la mdivilua
Rosa Lopez
La noche del 25 del actual fue arres
tado en- Gurabo. Leocadio Ramos, q
Quien acusa Gle haber violado a la nina
Dolores Nunez, de A amos de edad
Andres Martinez, de setenta nos dc
edad. Sc suicide aver EN- Aguadilla
BoletiÌn mercantil de Puerto Rico. (San Juan, P.R.) 18??-1918, 1912-08-31
la rata y su relacion
con la salud p1blica

TRABAJO ESCRITO POR OFICIA-
LES DEL L. S. PUBLIC HEALTH
AND MARINE HOSPITAL SERVI-
CF. Y FUNCIONARIOS DEL DE
PARTAMENTO DE AGRICULTU-
RA.
IA RATA COMO FACTOR ECONO-
MICO.
BoletiÌn mercantil de Puerto Rico. (San Juan, P.R.) 18??-1918, 1912-08-31
Por David E. Lantz.

BiologO Ayudante del Departamento de
Agriculture de los Estados Unidos.
Norwich bulletin., 1912-04-25

Pennington after a few days visit with friends here.
 Clarence Crockett of Winsted was calling on friends in town Tuesday.
 George T. Clark of Willimantic was here Tuesday.
 Mrs. William s. Curtis was the guest of friends in Hartford Tuesday.
 A. Simon, who has conducted bus mess in town for several years has sold te same to A. BuTman of Brook lyn, N. Y.
 Harry WicIlwire was in Salem and Hamburg Wednesday.
 To Play Portland Team
 The Boys club base ball team is practicing afternoons on the Straw berry Hill grounds for their game with Portland High school team of Port land Saturday.
 J. N. Phelps of WestcheSter was a caller here Wednesday.
 Mrs. Helen Kellogg is aving @ handsome rustic fence built in front of her resident in Hayward avenue. Miss Lottie Destin left Tuesday for a visit with friends in Orange. N. J. Mrs. MashaIl J. Porter and daugh- ter were in Middletown Tuesday Mrs. Ernest Bump of Hebron was the guest of her parents, Mir. and Mrs, John Higgins in Myrtle Avenue Tues day
Norwich bulletin., 1912-04-25
WEDDING.
Learned Q Sweet.


 The wedding of Miss Elizabeth H. Sweet, only daughter of Dr. and Mrs. John Byron Sweet, and Herman E. Learned took place Wednesday after noon at two o'clock at the home of the brides parents in Griswold. The ceremony was performed by the Rev. NIT. Fuller, pastor of the Newent church, there being present only near relatives, owing to serious Hines sin the family. The bride wore a gown of yelling and lace over white messaIine and carried a bouquet of Killarney roses.
 After the ceremony, a dainty lunch con was served and a short reception was held, the bride and groom leaving at o'clock by auto for a trip to Hartford, Springfield and New York.
 The bride, for the past three years, was employed as stenographer in the office of the Aspinook company. The groom, who is a lumber merchant well known in Lisbon and vicinity, being the representative of that town in the general assembly.
 The presents received by the bride were both beautiful and useful, in cluding a substantial check from the brides father a chating dish set from her friends at the Aspinook company, and many other gifts of silver, cut glass and linen.
 A newly furnished home at Lisbon awaits Representative and Mrs. Learn ed on their return.
 The brides travelling gown was of steel color Whipcord, with lace hat to match.
 Surprise Party for E. H. Hiscox, Jr. A surprise party was given E. H. Hiscox, Jr., Monday evening, a dozen children coming to enjoy the fun. Miss Ruth Stewart presented him an | electric motor and battery, most ac- 1 ceptable gift. Refreshments were !! served after a number of games were played. Mrs. Hiscox was assisted by 1 Mrs. John Stewart, The guests were Alice Moore, Ruth Stewart, Marian Robinson, Blanche Jodoin, Agnes l Brickley, Lena Hunt. Irene Stewart. | James Delan, Harold Spicer. A, A. 1 Young, IT,, Carl Melvin, Andrew Me Nicol, Henry Bettemley and Fred Clarke.
 Sale of Murray Property. Joseph Parricini has purchased the | property on Main street owned by John Murray. Mir. Murray will move to his house on Mathewsen street.
 Called to Manchester.
 Mrs. H. E. Paul and son Harry are in Manchester, N. H., called there by 1 the Hines sof Mrs. PauPs brether.'
 Broke Her Wrist. Mrs. James II, Shea fell eff the
Norwich bulletin., 1912-04-25
Personals,

Attorney William A. King was in Hartford Wednesday.
 David Mathewson of Warrenville was in Hartford Wednesday.
 Henry Ahern of Windham road was at Manseld Depot Wednesday,.
 Mrs. T. R. Parker of Church street spent Wednesday with friends in Nor wich.
 w. H. Burnham of Hampton was the guest of friends in Willimantic We'd nesday.
 Michael c. Higgins of Norwich was a guest of friends in Willimantio on Wednesday.
 Emil L. Hohenthal of South Man chester called on friends in this city Wednesday. Postmaster and Mrs. Fred o. Vinton of EagleviIle were Willimantic visitors Wednesday.
 Mrs. Daniel P. Dunn of Summit street spent Wednesday with relatives in Hartford.
 Letter Carrier Fred L. Swift is con- fined to his home on Spring street with pneumonia
 Charles Hood of Pawtucket, R. l., was the guest of Alderman Frank R. Jackson Wednesday,.
 Rev. J. H. Newland of Norwich formerly of this city, was in town on Wednesday, calling or friends.
 Frank Ferguson of NIiddlstcwn, for merly of this city. was the guest of Willimantic friends Wednesday.
 Attorney P. J. Danahey was in Rockville Wednesday, attending the superior court for Holland county. Walter F. Case the expert colt breaker. who has been spending the winter at Douglas, Mass, has returned ! to his home on Ash street. Rev. c. H. Baker of Providence, secretary of the Wiuimantic Camp Meeting association, was the guest of friends in town Wednesday. Arthur Johnson, who has been chauf- feur for Dr. F, D. Guild for the past | two years, has resigned. He expects ] to take up similar wor1 in a short i time.
 Mayor Daniel F. Dunn and Alder | man David P Ahern will attend the 1 annual dinner of the Democratic club 1 of Connecticut in New Haven today 1 (Thursday).
Norwich bulletin., 1912-04-25

intimate friends were in attendance The parlor was attractively decorated with ferns, smilax and roses, while sweet peas and lilies of the valley were effectively arranged in the dining room. The brides gown was Of white marqui- sette over white satin and she carried a bouquet of brid9 roses. The wedding was very attractive military affair and Mir. and Mrs. Hardenbrook will be at home after May 1 at Fort Leaven- worth.
 An increase of 10 per cent. was given to the employees of the Yantic Woolen company Wednesday.
 MT. and Mrs. Frederick x. Kingsley are moving from West Farms to one Of the Palmer Brothers houses in Fitch vile.
Norwich bulletin., 1912-04-25
MOW,s This

We offer One Hundred Dollars Re ward for any case of Catarrh that can not be cured by Halls Catarrh Cure
 F. J. CHENEY 6 CO, Toledo. 0. We, the undersigned have known F. J. Cheney for the last l5 years, and be- leve him perfectly honorable in all business transactions and financially able to carry out any obligations made by his firm.
 WALDING. KINNAN x MARVIN.
 Wholesale Druggists, Toledo, o. Halls Catarrh Cure is taken internal ly acting directly upon the blood and mucous surfaces of the system Testi- monials sent free. Price 15c per bottle. Sold by all Druggists.
 Take Halls Family Pills for consti- nation
Norwich bulletin., 1912-04-25
Class of ,13 Gives PIeasina Play.

The Day of Defeat was the attrac- ton at Loomer opera house Wednes- day evening and was witnessed by a fair sized audience, principally rela- tives and friends of the members of the cast, that comprised students in the class of 1913, W. H. $. under whose auspices the play was presented. The east comprised six persons, all play ing in a manner that indicated long and careful training for the roles in- terpreted.
Norwich bulletin., 1912-04-25
OBITUARY.
Mrs. Dennis Moran.

Mrs. Honora Moran, died Wednes- day morning at her home, z36 Valley street, following d short illness. She was the widow of Dennis Moran and is survived by four daughters, Mrs. John Doyle of New Haven, Misses Mary, Nellie and Catherine Moran of this city, and four sons, Thomas Mo- ran of Camden, Me, John, Patrick and Maurice Moran of this city; d sister, Mrs. Johannah COnnor of Kennedy, N. Y, and a brother, Jeremiah Kelley of Providence.
Norwich bulletin., 1912-04-25
VALUES TREE AT $500.
Judge Andrew j. Bowen Sues Gas 6s Electric Co. for Damage to Shade Tree

Judge Andrew J. Bowen has insti- tuted q suit against the WilHmantic Gas 65 Electric Co. in which he seeks to recover $500 for damage to a tree in front of his property on Prospect street The claim is that wires con taining electric current, through the negligence of the defendant company. were allowed to damage the tree. The claim is that the killing of the tree damages the property, and that the loss of a large ornamental shade tree is considerabIe,~b breaking up the gen eraI appearance and symmetry of the row of fine trees The tree in question caught fire Tuesday evening and Fire Chief Thomas P. Foley was called to attend to it.
 The action is Teturnable to the su- perior court for Windham county on the first Tuesday in May. Papers were served by Deputy Sheriff Addison J.. GreensliL
Norwich bulletin., 1912-04-25
YANTIC HAPPENINGS
Ten Per Cent. Wage Increase at Yantic Woolen Co. Hardenbrook- Hart Wedding.

A western wedding of local interest took place at the home of MT. and Mrs
 Martin Rose, S11 Thomas avenue, Fort LeavenwOrth, Kas.. April II, at s o'clock when Miss Margaret Craig Hart of this village was united to Bur ton Hardenbrook of Casper Okla a member of the U. s. A. hospital staff stationed at Fort Leavenworth. The ceremony was performed by Rev. Will liam F. Harding of Leavenwerth. at which the bride was given away by her father Thomas Hart Only a few
Norwich bulletin., 1912-04-25
To Work in Baltic.

John Kelley who for some years has been bookkeeper for Mullen & St. Onge, has resigned and on Tuesday morning started to work at the She- tucket worsted mills in Baltic Mr.
 Kelley is to have charge of the office. He is a competent man and his new position is a fine promotion He will continue to make his homo in thls city
Norwich bulletin., 1912-04-25
JEWETT CITY
Meeting of Missionary Society-Wed- ding of Miss Elizabeth Fl. Sweet and Representative Herman E. Learned-Surprise Party.


 The Woman's Foreign Missionary society of the Congregational church met with Mrs. w. H. Cane Tuesday afternoon. Mrs. Cane presided. Mrs. r. l.. Robinson was at the piano. Mrs. c. W. Robinson read a poem entitled Coming. The Branch Bulletin was read by Mrs. H. N. WheelOck, also a notice of the meeting of the branch at Old Lyme on April 24 and Pomfret on April 25. Mrs. F. E. Robinson read an account of the Jubilee. Mrs. H. H. Burnham read an article on a Sunday at Mr Silmda Two of My Rhodesian Days, by Secretary C. II. Patton. DID. Mrs. q. W. Robinson read a letter from Miss Little of Siva, Turkey. The programme ' committee for the next meeting in Mrs. L. A. Faust and Mrs. G. w. Robinson Mrs. Wheelock solicited articles for the missionary barrel
Norwich bulletin., 1912-04-25
Attended W. B. c. conusn4Ion.

Mrs. Carrie Hall, president of Fran cis $. Long Weman's Relief corps, No.
 28, Mrs. Louise c. Goss, department inspector of the w, R, C., and Mrs. Adelbert Russ Were in Waterbury on Wednesday, attending the annual state convention of the organization that was held there Wednesday, and will conclude it's session today (Thursday),
Norwich bulletin., 1912-04-25
STAFFORD SPRINGS

Representative M D. OConneu Of Stafford Springs who spoke at the democratic rally in Wells hall, East Hartford, Wednesday evening, was the guest of his brother, Judge of Probate Richard T. O'ConaelL Wednesday, night MT. OCOnnell will leave for New FIa- ven today CFhursday), where he will attend the banquet to be given by the Democratic club of the state.
Norwich bulletin., 1912-04-25
STONINGTON

Church Street Opened-Principal H. A. TirreII to Address Mems Club-Body of Lucius n. Palmer Placed in Vault. Church street was opened Wednes- day for traffic through it's entire length for the first time since the sewer was commenced. The 'pipe has been laid from Borough hall to Gold street, the remaining portion to be finished through the land of s. H. Chesebro to the harbor, a large amount having been laid.
 New Band.
 A new band is being formed n town 27 young men have joined it. The leader will be Joseph Medor.
 To Address Mems Club.
 This (Thursday( evening Principal H. A. Tirrell of Norwich Free Acad- emy will address the Mems club. This will be the last meeting this season.
 Placed in Receiving Vault.
 The body of Lucius N. Palmer who died last week in Denver. was brought to StoningtOn Tuesday and placed in the receiving vault of Rev. A. G. Palmer at the StoningtOn cemetery.
 Dr. Charles o. Maine leaves today CThursday) for a visit in Springfield.
Norwich bulletin., 1912-04-25

cellar stairs in her house on Tues day and broke her wrist. Dr. J. Byron Sweet reduced the fracture
 Miss Lea LHeureux found three dandelion blossoms on the lawn at the hotel Wednesday,
 Daniel Daily of Perth Amboy, N. J., is visiting at his home in town.
Norwich bulletin., 1912-04-25
seIectmen Inspect Roads.

The selectnen made a trip over the roads of the town Wednesday to as- certain by personal observation he condition of the various thoroughfares and get an idea what repairs are nec- essary. The inspection of the roads is made annually about this season of the year.
Norwich bulletin., 1912-04-25
FLAMES DESTROY BARN ON
 LATE GEORGE TRACY PLACE
Fire Believed to Be of ncendary ori-
 gin Causes Loss of $500.

A fire. That is believed to have been of incendiary origin destroyed the barn on the place owned by the late George Tracy on Card street situated just over the town line, in the town of Lebanon, between S.30 and o'clock Wednesday evening, causing a loss of S15G0. EX-Alderman c. B. POmeroy had a life use of the place which was used for storage purposes and there was quantity of hay in the barn at the time of the fire. Mr. Pomeroy has reported the case to the state police who will start an investigation this (Thursday) morning.
Norwich bulletin., 1912-04-25
It Looks Like a Crime

Co separate boy from a box of Buck len's Arnica Salve. His pimples, boils, scratches, knocks, sprains and bruises demand it, and it's quick relief for burns, scalds, or cuts is his right Keep it handy for boys, also girls. Heals everything healable and does it quick. unequaled for piles Only 25 cents at Lee & Osgood Go.
Norwich bulletin., 1912-04-25

Harmond Began writing from East Highgate, Vt, says, T wish to tell you how Foley's Honey and Tar Compound cured me of asthma. I had a severe case and tried almost everything. One bottle of Foley's Honey and Tar Com pound relieved me and the second bot tie completely cured me and I have not had an attack since" Lee & Os- good Co.
Norwich bulletin., 1912-04-25

East mpton-Principal Fred F. Noole of Center school has accepted an invitation made by E. NJ. stanton post, G. A. R., of his home town, Am herst, Mass, to deliver the Memorial day address there this year. Last year he spoke here.
Norwich bulletin., 1912-04-25
What Is eoina On Tonight.

Company L. First Regiment c. N. G., Drill
 Obwobetuck Lodge, No. 16, l. o. o. F. Moving Pictures at the BijoU and Scenic Temple
 san Jose Council. No 14, Knights of Columbus.
 Camp No. 954G, Modern Woodmen of America. / Trinity Chapter. No. 9, R. A. NJ
 Boxing at Windham Athletic club,
Norwich bulletin., 1912-04-25
COLCHESTER
Four Bushels of Cowsips Gathered in Turnervillo-5oys' Club to Play Team From Portland H. c.

Charles H. Strong was at COwslip Garden, Turnerville Tuesday and brought home four bushels of cow slips, giving them to friends
 Ames c. Case of New Haven was the guest of relatives in town Tues day
 Mir. and Mrs. Lex Whitney returned to New York Monday after several days visit with their cousins, Mrs R. A. Milan and Fred J. Hudson on Broadway.
 Edward Johnson, formerly of Col chester has returned to his home in
Norwich bulletin., 1912-04-25
Ball Had 10 Be Poatnonsd

The ball committee of San Jose council. No 14, k. of C., have practi- cally completed arrangements for the councils annual ball, postponed from Easter Monday evening"
Norwich bulletin., 1912-04-25
EverYhodNs Bad

George Fred Williams says that Woodrow Wilson is no good. So there you are. Some of the plain people are beginning to wonder whether anybody is any good any more-Berkshire Eagle.
Norwich bulletin., 1912-04-25
Only One in His Class.

LOrimer of Illinois has not mistaken his calling. As a hoodco in politics he is simply unapproached and unBp- oachabln.-Brooklyn Eagle
Norwich bulletin., 1912-04-25
WILLIMANTTC.

for the present, at least, travelling back and forth daily CT the trolleys.
Norwich bulletin., 1912-04-25

Guilford.-The 91st birthday annl- versarv of Miss Kate Hunt was cele> braJed Wednesday.
Norwich bulletin., 1912-04-25
STRIKE SETTLED

Agent w, B. Knight Makes conces. sions and Uses Reasoning Which Persuade Quidnck Windham Oper- atives to Go Back.
Norwich bulletin., 1912-04-25
DAVID 4. WELLS


 the famous free trader, once told a friend, ''If l had left my money in the Savings Bank l would be worth a great deal more"
 Evidently he made some investments that did not turn out profitabiy. Thou sands upon thousands have had the same experience. Mir. Wells proba-K had an acquaintance with as many men of affairs in his day as any citizen Of ths country, so if he would havs been "wOrth great deal more," isn't 1t a good plan for you to leave your money in the savings bank.
 This bank soIicits deposits and guar antees the depositors safe, sane and conservative management, according to ths law.
 Savings banks can only Invest in such securities as stipulated by law.
East Oregonian : E.O. (Pendleton, OR) 1888-current, 1912-12-23
THE COMMISSION.

Robert Henri, at a supper in New
York, talked Of his student days in
Paris
Then there was L'Oignon, dear old
L'Oignon," said Mr.. Herni. smiling
pensively 'LOignon was always in
hard luck"
One day the poor fellow was pac-
ing up and down in front OF JOuyin :
restaurant in the BOuIe Mich hoping
you know. that some Acquaintance
would happen along and invite him
into depeuner-of course. he hadn't
G sou-when superb limousine dart
el out OF The Boulevard Raspail
drew up and dizgorged SliIlaird. the
famous picture dealer Of the Place
F--i0me
~3LLla-t rushed up % L-Oiguou
East Oregonian : E.O. (Pendleton, OR) 1888-current, 1912-12-23

Fresh oUtrages on Americans COM
H-ttted by Mexican bandits ami revo-
luuontSts VIII cause
Americans Cause fresh demands
The Trouble. from certain quar-
tiers for interven-
rioa by American soldiers Yet such
a move by Uncle sam would jeo7ar-
iizs the lives Of all Americans in the
southern republic. 1t would De a sig
nal for a general move against the
Gringos before The troops arrived and
in some Of the Mexican states there
would be few Americans 10 rescue bv
the time the soldiers could get there
Better 10 let Mexico handle her own
revolutions While the turmoil IS on
Americans viii do well TO remain
away There Is plenty OF room in
this country Besides there would
not Dc 50 many uprisings in Mexico
with the attendant disorder were II
Ho' for the financial aid given insur
'reciionists By American capitalists
Who when they fail to get privileges
they want from the Mexican govern
ment resort to efforts to change the
government by the revolution process
4.s.
4 sporting department story from
somewhere sets forth the startling in
formation that foot
Get Away From bali players will not
Such Rubbish be eligible 70 play in
northwest intercolle-
gate games who have not confirmed
10 the Carnegie entrance requirements
Shades OF Socrates. Has IL come
about thar even the state colleges and
East Oregonian : E.O. (Pendleton, OR) 1888-current, 1912-12-23

seized him by both hands and cried:
A commission for you, my dear
L'Oignon, have a commission for
you. Can you attend 10 it at once -
I can. indeed. patron said TOi-
gnOn, in q tremelous voice. and tear
of joy trinkled from his eye. but he
brushed it away hurriedly. What is
your commission. sir?'
The picture magnate consulted his
magnificent gold repeater.
In fifteen minutes he said. the
train from Pont Aven arrives at the
Care Montparnasse. Ny old house
keeper-HarCelle. you know-will De
On it. She's deaf and almost blind.
and I want you TO run up 10 the sta
ton. meet her and bring her home -
Detroit Free Press.