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Norwich bulletin., 1912-07-20

Docs Ravaee Lantern Hill Turkey Coops.
 0. Brainard of Haddam recently wrote to the selectmen in regard to trapping foxes, at which he said he was an expert and would like the privilege to trap the same. He was notified by the selectmen that they had no right to stop him catching foxes if he complied with the law and they had no right to give him permission to trap the same He must get per mission from the different owners of land in regard to trespass, etc. Since then he has been in town getting the permission from some owners oI lana to trap on He claims to know the secret of catching foxes and intends to make his residence in town. He is Grand Army man and looks very much like Buffalo Bill, Col William F. Cody. He worked six years ago on the Rocke- feller estate in the Adirondacks, an es- tate of 52000 acres, trapping and catching foxes. He exhibited photo graph of himself with 67 fox skins taken by himself in one season. His sale of furs last year amounted to near ly $500.
 Dogs Kill 20 Turkeys.
 Dogs recently got into Mrs. Henry Coons turkeys at Lantern Hill and killed 19 young ones and one old one
 Personals.
 Miss Florence Geer is spending a week at Crescent Beach, the guest of Miss Olive Hiscox of Norwich.
 Mrs. Arthur Robinson of Philadel- phia is enjoying a well earned vaca- ton at the home of her parents, Mr and Mrs. Philip Karoli.
 MT and Mrs. F. A Lilley of Hart ford were week end and over Sunday guests of Mr. and Mrs. Isaac G. Geer. Mrs. Lilley was formerly Miss Susan Planning of this town.
 Mrs. W. F. White has been confined to her house by illness.
 Mrs. Mary A. Geer has been the guest of Mrs. Isaac Geer.
 The missionary meeting was held at the residence of MT. and Mrs. Isaac G.. Geer on Thursday afternoon.
 Miss Nettie Karoi of Shewville is the proud owner of one of the incest automobiles in town.
 Wilkes M Caswell was a Sunday visitor in New London, Groton and Mystic
 John Williams of Providence is the guest of his cousin, Mrs Russel Gal lup.
 Miss Bertha Gray of Boston is spending her vacation with her fa- ther, James B. Gray.
Norwich bulletin., 1912-07-20
NORTH LYME
Post Struck by Lightning, But No
 Damage Done.

Mrs. Francis TiHotson returned to her home in Flanders last Friday. af- ter an extended visit with friends in this vicinity.
 A heavy shower passed over this place Wednesday night and struck a post near Herbert Maynards house, but no damage was done
 M J. Stark and Edgar Warner were visitors at Saybrook Point Thursday.
Norwich bulletin., 1912-07-20
WOODSTOCK
Rev. R. R. Kendall Breaches for Boys Moving by Auto Truck-PsrsonaIs

F. J. Williamson of Hartford was in town on Tuesday.
 Rev. R. R. Kendall preached a ser mon to boys last Sunday morning.
 Miss Nellie D. Chandler is expected home the latter part of the month, after five mcnths spent at Dansville, N. Y.
 A. D. Chandler of Orange, N. J., was in town over Sunday
 Mrs. William c. Child and daugh- ters have returned from a visit in Dudley.
 Arthur Roberts of Abingdon sang two bass solos at the Congregational church Sunday morning
 Mrs. Grace Holt Reed and family are at Roseland cottage.
 The goods of Mrs. Marshall H. Williams were taken to Hartford by auto truck Tuesday
 Miss Hattie Sampson has returned from visit in Boston.
Norwich bulletin., 1912-07-20
RAWSON fNtg

Miss Sadie Fitzgerald is on the sicN list.
 Mrs. William Clapp is visiting her sister, Mrs. Everett Whitehouse
 Mrs. Casey is entertaining friends and relatives from Rhode Island.
 Mrs. William Clapp, Mrs. Everett Whitehouse and Miss Rachel Kenyon were in Willimantic recently.
Norwich bulletin., 1912-07-20
SOUTH WOODSTOCK

Mrs. Avery of Norwich is visiting Mrs. L. R. Southworth
 Winthrop and Leland Butts are spending two weeks at Portsmouth.
 Raymond sheldon is at home for a few days.
 Harry Wells Is at home fer n short pms,
Norwich bulletin., 1912-07-20
PRESTON
Edwin Benjamin Recovering from
 Heat Prostration-Psrsonals.

Mrs. Robert Turner is visiting at CourtlRnd Swans.
 Thomas Owens of Oneee was a re- cent visitor at G. A. Holdens.
 Miss Grace Benjamin of Norwich is spending a few days with her father, Edwin Benjamin.
 J. E. Bates has purchased a new au- tOmobile.
 Miss Alice Zabriszie of Northheld is visiting her father, A. D. Zabriskie
 Mrs. Elmer Phillips, after spending a few days here. returned to Scotland on Tuesday.
 Edwin Benjamin. who was prostrated by the heat. is reported to be getting better.
Norwich bulletin., 1912-07-20
SOUTH CANTERBURY,

Dr. Helen Baldwin returned to her home in New York city after several weeks visit with her brother, Henry Baldwin.
 Mrs. II. E. Larkham of Plain Hill, Norwich. is visiting her daughter. Mrs. Carrie E. Clark.
 Frank <. Linnell of Westminster, called on Levi N Clark Tuesday.
Norwich bulletin., 1912-07-20
NORTH STERLING
G. H. Hellock Captures Big Owl Thsf Killed His Duok-No Rain Hen Yet.

Mrs. H. H. Crowell and Miss Sarah A. Avery visited friends in DanielsoB last Wednesday, Mrs. Frank Young and children of Lawrence, Mass, are visiting at Postmaster \. J. Wood.
 c. H. Hollock found one of his choice ducks dead one morning this week and he poisoned what was left of the duck and to his surprise he found the next morning one of our largest horn head owls dead. It measured 42 inches from tip to tip. IL was & fine specimen and Mir. Hollock has had it set up.
 There has been no rain here for some time, all showers going other di- recuOns. Farmers crops are suffer ing much for want of rain.
 Mrs. Edith Swan Corbet is spending the summer months with her mother here, Mrs. Horace Swan.
Norwich bulletin., 1912-07-20

A gasoline engine driven dynamo that is entirely automatic in its action ia attranting attention ix Enxlank
Norwich bulletin., 1912-07-20
LETTERS FROM TWO STATES
New London County
LEDYARD

Local Foxes Due to Disappear Before Onslaught of Haddam Trapper- Dogs RaVage Lantern Hill Turkey Coops.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-09-23
BeSsener News

Bessemer, September 22-(Specia1.) J. Yesterday Jesse Hall, a negro trusty at the city jail, was sent down into sprinkler. On reaching the yard Hall walked off instead of getting the sprinkler. He went to the office of J. Nj. Maddox, where he secured a job and was sent to the home of Charles Beattie to help him move. While in the house Jesse is said to have stolen sS6 and it is Alleged that the money was found on him. He picked up a pocketbook containing sS6, diamond ring, an opal ring and a gold watch. After taking out the money the negro placed the peck on the kitchen table, where 1t was later found by Mrs. Beattie, who had dropped 1t on the floor MT. Beattie questioned the negro and then turned him over to Police Chief Wallace. who placed him in Jail and charge of grand larceny was lodged against him.
 The Birmingham lodge No. 575, A. F. and A. M, which has been recently organized, has accepted an invitation of the Bessemer lodge and will be present at the special communication Monday night for the purpose of con- ferring the master mason degree. All members are requested to be present promptly at 7.30 o'clock.
 The following announcement will be of interest to the many friends of Miss Coniff, who was reared in this city and who resided here until few years ago. when she moved to Birmingham
 Mrs. A. B. Coniff announces tho engagement and approaching mar riage of her daughter, Kathryn, to MT. A. B. Heinz of Pittsburg, Pa, the we'd ding to be celebrated during October the exact date to be announced later. :
 Yesterday Rev. I. +. Swallow, pas- tor of the First Presbyterian church, received telegram from Pueblo, Cal. announcing the death of the widow of his late brother, Ernest Swallow, who died about five years ago at that place.
 Albert Dalrymple, who has held a position as solicitor and collector for G. H. Stevenson. has resigned, effective October 1, and will accept position with Waller X Rutledge. the insurance and real estate men. Harry F. Guy of Anderson, S.l C., will accept the po- sition vacated by MT. Dalrymple.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-09-23
SOME INTERESTING STATISTICS !.
 OF STUDENTS AT AUBURN

Tennessee, Illinois. Indiana, Michigan, Three foreign countries, Mexico. Cuba and Peru, have representatives in stu dents who are studying engineering and agriculture.
 The students are of mature age. 16S being over 21 years of age. There are nine young women included in the total enrolment. Among the larger county delegations are: Lee 90. Montgomery 3s. Jefferson 80. Wilcox 20, Mobile IT Escambia 1T, Bibb 16. Marengo To Chambers IA. Shelby IA. Calhoun IF Dallas 12. Coosa 12, Marion 10, Nor gan g. Walker 10. Talladega :. Ran dolph Il, Tallapoosa 12. By denomina' tions the students are classified as fol lows: Methodist. 2SS. Baptist 224 Pres byterian s7. Episcopal 5s. Catholic 22 Christian 19, Jewish 9, Lutheran $ Congregational l. Universalist l.
 The work of classification has beer done more vigorously by the examining committee than ever in the history o the institution. Dean Petrie, chairman of the examining committee. has per
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-09-23
State Educators to Meet
 Here Friday of Fair Week

The county boards of education met last year in five cities of the state, and marked the beginning of the annual meet ings of tho school boards. These meet ings, according to Superintendent Willing ham, were a great success, and it was then decided that this year there should Dc two meetings instead of five, in order that larger number of members of school boards might be brought together for an exchange of ideas. Birmingham and Montgomery were selected as the two places which would be most likely to draw the largest attendance.
 These meetings are for an exchange of ideas" said Superintendent Willing ham. 'Incalculable good frequently arises by full and liberal discussions of all mat ters pertaining to our public school sys- tenn. and there is no better way to bring about this discussion and exchange of ideas than by assembling all the county i boards of education at one time While one meeting would be preferable, it is not likely that we could secure a full at- tendance of the county superintendent and boards, and 1t Is not believed that as much good would be accomplished as by holding two meetings"
 Superintendent Willingham expresses the hope that the meetings of the county boards of education will be largely at- tended, and he expects that much good will result from the two meetings
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-09-23
CONSIDER PROBLEMS
 AFFECTING THE POOR
National Conference of Catholic Charities Meets in Wash.
 ington

Washington. September 22.-ro consider problems of poverty and measures de- signed to rescue the poor from ignorance and disease. the national conference of Catholic Charities began its second bi- ennial meeting here today with several hundred delegates attending.
 The convention opened with the cele- bration of mass at the Catholic University of America, where the Rt. Rev. J. F. Regis Canevin, bishop of Pittsburg. sounded the keynote of the gathering in a sermon on charity and correctional work. At public meeting at the uni versity tonight Commissioner Johnston welcomed the delegates to Washington and the broad phases of charity were discussed by several leaders. Monsignor Thomas J. Shahan. rector of the Catholic university, delivered an address "On the Church in Charity" Thomas M. Mulry of New York on "The Government in Char ity,v and F. P. Kenkel of St. Louis on Charity and Culture"
 Particular attention will be given to the subject of dependent and delinquent chil' .dren during the conference. The confer uUte was organized two years ago to af- ford opportunity for experienced Catholic charity workers to exchange views or the problems confronting them. The con ference is not relief organization but has many such associations in its mem bership.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-09-23

Montgomery, September 22.-tSpecial.)- Superintendent of Education Henry J, willingham has issued a call to the super intendents and boards of education of the various counties of the state to meet in Montgomery on Friday of State Fair week and in Birmingham on Friday of fair week in that city.
 In issuing his call for these two large mass meetings of the county boards of education, Superintendent Willingham an nounced that these dates were selected be- cause of the fact that larger attendance would be assured on those days, inasmuch as Friday is always regarded as school day.
 At these meetings of the boards of edu- cation of the counties of the state, Su- perintendent Willingham will endeavor to have a full and liberal discussion of all matters relating to primary education in the state. The policies of various schools will be taken up and considered, and plans looking to the further advancement of the public school system will be laid.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-09-23

Auburn. September 2s.-tspecial)- The second week of work at Poly technic institute closes with one of the largest enrollments in its history, 72s being the matriculation today and this, although the college is rigidly requiring one more year of high school preparation than hitherto, which re- quirement has resulted in the rejection of a number of applicants. There is the largest number of students in the col lege classes than ever in the history of the institution. It Is highly gratify- ing to the friends of the institution to note that of this large enrolment slo are new students.
 Interesting statistics have been com piled in the registrars office. Sixty five counties of Alabama are represent cd and 17 states as follows: New York, west Virginia. Virginia, North Caro- lima, South Carolina, Georgia. Florida, Mississippi. Louisiana, Texas Arkansas.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-09-23

The following interesting statement was issued last night by Local Weather For caster Horton:
 At this season of the year weather bu- reau stations are besicged by such ln- quiries as: When do you look for the equinoctial gale?' DO you think the rains we are having is the beginning of the equinoctial storm period?' or Do you ex- pect high winds at the time of the equinox this year?'
 Persons making such inquiries are usually quite certain that there IS al ways a stormy period about September n, but the weather bureau offices keep complete weather records on file, anc can give the date and amount of every ram that fell at given station since 1t was es- tablished. Officials of the weather bureau
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-09-23

and moderate rise may be expected in Alabama Monday.
 The gulf disturbance is still located near the Louisiana and Mississippi coasts, having made very little east ward progress during the past F hours. It is causing the general un- settled and showery weather prevail ing In the southeast and clearing con- ditions will not be experienced until it moves off toward the Atlantic ocean
 It will be unsettled in Alabama Mon- day, followed by clearing weather dur ing the day.
 Summary of observations made al United States weather bureau stations September 22, 1912:
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-09-23
COOL WEATHERF0R
 THE WEEK FORECAST

Washington, September 22.-Cool weather throughout the country ex- cept in the Pacific coast states, is pre- dicted for the coming week by the weather bureau. Frosts are probable, the bureau announces. in the plains states the upper Mississippi valley and thence eastward along the northern border. There will be rains Monday and probably Tuesday in the eastern and southeastern states. followed by generally fair weather until near the close of the week. Elsewhere the weather will be generally fair. ~
 The next disturbance of importance will appear in the far west Thursday or Friday and prevail over the mid dle west near the close of the week This will be followed by decidedly colder weather.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-09-23
BEGIN MEDIATION 0F.
 WAGE DISPUTE TODAY

Washington, September 22.-Media- tion of the wage dispute between the Southern. Atlantic Coast line, Seaboa I'd and other railroads in the south and their conductors and trainmen will be- gin here tomorrow. pr. Charles P. Neill, commissioner of labor. and Pre- siding Judge Knapp of the commerce court will meet at the commerce court tomorrow morning in the effort to bring together the strictly southern lines and their men, whose direct con ferences failed to bring about an ad- justment.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-09-23
ADJUSTMENTS
Naughty Marietta"

Naughty Marietta" comic opera in two acts, with music by Victor Herbert and book by Rida Johnson Young, one of the foremost musical offerings, will be the attraction at the Jefferson theatre Tues day and Wednesday nights with a mati- nee Wednesday. Florence Webber accom- panied by company of capable vocal ists, will give a performance that will be pleasing and entertaining. The Oscar Hammerstein presentation, with special orchestra, means that it will be an en- joyable performance
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-09-23
APPOINT DELEGATES
 OGOOD ROADS MEET
Probate Judges of Alabama Counties Name Delegates
 to Birmingham

Dadevile, September 22.-(Special.) )--Pro- bate Judge Sorrell has appointed the fol- lowing delegates from this county to the good roads convention to be held in Bir- mingham In October: John R. Ballard, Benjamin Russell, s. J. Nolen, J. liar vey Sewell, Dave Collins. J. P. Moody, G. w McDaniel, T. c. Lester, James Johnson, O. P. Carlisle, Lucius McGhee, B. F.Cosby, G. P. Knight. Crawford Ledbetter Bluford Jackson. Joseph l.. Gauntt John W. McGarrh, George Har- per, B. K. Dyer, II. M. Sanders, H. L.. Simpson, J. W. Laney, c. B. Henderson and pr. M. J. Banks.
 Livingston, September 22.-(SpeciaL)- The following are appointed delegates by P. D. Jarman, judge of probate of Sumter county, to the Alabama Good Roads association to be held in Birming- ham October 8, and 10, 1912:
 R. Campbell, Gideon Dearman, A. B. woodall, J. J. Williams, J. A Dearman. H. J. Wallace, R. D. Scott, w. c. Little. R. c. Ennis, W. g. Nichols, W. R. Lar kin, R. B. Flowers, M. D. Gould, W. w. Willis, P. willngham, E. s. sledge. J. M. Allison. John A. Rogers, J. B. Shir- ley, J. II. Plnson, w. E. MctIOWeIl, w. c. McDsniei, J. P. Mabry, F. l. Derby, W. T. Hearn, Jr
 Wedowee, September 2.-(Special.)- Judge of Probate John T. Hefiin of Ram dolph has appointed the following as del- egates to represent Randolph county at the Alabama Good Roads association at Birmingham: Arnold w. Cotney, Frank Schuessler, Thomas J. Lovvorn, $. b. Lewis, ]. c. Wright, W. W. Wood, Ruben Kyle, o. H. Stevenson, Monroe Hester, NJ. W. Carlisle, G. o. Hill, l.. L. Bailey, John R. Green, Dr. W. w. Bonner, W. D.. Mitchell, Dr. J. M. Welch. Nixon Lucas, pr. Joseph K. Hood, M F. Ussery, J. N. Word. R. W. Thompson, John F. Card well. D. NJ. Yates, A. s. Brannen, M. J.. Ussery, ST.
 Talladega, September 22.-tSpecial)- Probate Judge J. F. Camp of Talladega county has appointed the following deie- gates to the good roads congress in Bir- mingham: R. B. Burns, G. l.. Schmidt, J. H. Wilson, J. F. Smith, Jr., T. A. Gannaway, J. W. Trammell, R. w Hem derson, c. T. McElderry. J. D. White. V. l.. Adams, J. B. Stap, H. r. Henderson, B. r. Caldwell. J. W. McKlnnon, J. Jack son, E. A. Hammett, S. P. Mcdonald. T.. P. Johnston. B. A. Afford, M. J. Cliett, J. P. Deloach. J. T. Sims. B F. Me- Kinnon, J W. Williamson. II. T.. Stewart.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-09-23
Seven Days At Bijou

Commencing with a performance to- night, the patrons of the Bijou will see what is probably the most pretentious popular priced entertainment that will be at that theatre this week. The modern comedy, Seven Days" which is said to be the funniest, most novel laugh pro- ducer seen in years. The original pro- duction, complete In even the minutest detail, will be presented here, and splendid company will be seen, including several of the original cast. Those who have seen Seven Days will welcome the opportunity of laughing again.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-09-23
"The Rose Maid"

Werba and Luescher's vienesse oper- etta, "The Rose Maid," comes to the Jeff ferson theatre Friday and Saturday a presentation without prince for It's central figure and the princess is not the heroine. The honor is reserved for the little rose girl, who triumphs. Musical surprises are numerous in the play, the music being of that kind that leaves a lasting effect. The book of "The Rose Maid" deals with the affairs of the Duke of Barchester reckless but lovable young nobleman.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-09-23

are able to state, therefore, with de- gree of assurance that no such weather period as the eauinoctial storms exists. study of the daily rainfall record for the month of September does not show that rains are more frequent about the 2lst of the honth than on many other dates. In fact, the 3d has been rainy oftener than any other day in September. and rain oc- cured on that day only eight times in IS years.
 Birmingham station for September is fur nished for the information of those who still believe that September's rainy days are punched somewhere around the 21st of the month. Nothing resembling a rainy period falling about the same time every September is to be seen.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-09-23
Hadley Frees Appointees

Jefferson City, Mo, September 22.--Gov- ernor Hadley, who was floor leader for Colonel Roosevelt in the republican na- tional convention, and who since has not taken an active part in politics, stated tonight that he has notified all his ap- pointees in the state that he has released them from obligations to him and that they are free to support any presiden- tial candidate.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-09-23

 Moreover, September is one of our dr1 months both as regards the number O rainy days and the amount of rainfall.
 "Equinoctial storms are thought to oe cur coincident with the sun crossing tn terrestrial equator on its apparent south ward journey The change from sum mer to winter incident to this Apparen shifting of the suns position. because O it's controlling influence on mans eco homie and social life, has caused him t attach undue importance to mere coino dences of this transition period. That tn weather changes from season to seasoi needs no demonstration. That it gets in tantrum. or bursts into tears at the yer idea of the sun crossing an imaginar' line by a movement that Is only apparent is hardly to be seriously considered.
 "E. C. HORTON,
 Local Forecaster Weather Bureau"
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-09-23
A. c. Vanderbilt a Father

Baltimore, September 22.--The birth of son to Mir. and Mrs. Alfred Gwynne Vanderbilt was announced In a cable gram today from Betchworth, Surry. England to Mrs. c. Hazeline Basshor of this city. Mrs. vandervilt is the daurh. ter of Mrs. Basshor and her former hus- band, Capt. Isaac F. Emerson
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-09-23
Chicago Women Organize

Chicago. September 22.-Several hundred Chicago business women met today and organized the Woman's Association of Commerce. The organization is capital ized for s150Oo and is headed by Miss Florence King, lawyer; Miss Florence Futile. milliner. and Miss Nell A. Ger rish, manager of lunch club.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-09-23
Local Data
Weather Conditions

Birmingham, September 22.-(7 D. m.)--Rains continued during the past z4 hours over the eastern Mississippi valley, the middle lake districts and In the South Atlantic region. It was running throughout Alabama and northern Georgia at ' p. m. Sunday, but it had cleared at Memphis at that hour.
 Slightly cooler weather prevailed in the eastern portion of the cotton belt. In Alabama the cool change was un- important except at Mobile, where 1t was about 6 degrees cooler than on Saturday.
 If has commenced to warm up in the western. gulf states and on the plains
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-09-23
Prisoner Commits Suicide

Nashville. September 22.-Abe Brown, a prisoner in the Davidson county Jail. who was under sentence to three years in the penitentiAry for larceny, killed himself by taking morphine. The drug is supposed to have been smuggled into the jail by a woman whom the officers are trying to locate.