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Norwich bulletin., 1912-11-19
 HELPING THE FARMERS.

No better help can be given the farmer than to teach them how to increase their crops. This is attempt cd in numerous instances throughout the country. l. is the obect of insti- tutes for farmers though the infor nation for bettering the conditions is not confined to crops. Western states "a conduct campaigns, especially in the corn belt. for the instruction of the farmers in .he raising of corn, and the faGt that the yield is continually in c-easinG proves the value of it. Bet ter farmers and more crops mean more business and better conditions. Working under those ideas. James J. unI of railroad fame is instructing the farmers in that vast territory trib- utary 10 the Great Northern railroad by hiring experts in agriculture to help the farmers This means more business for the railroad, but it like wise means a help 10 the people which should be appreciated. He also con- duets demonstration farms. On nine teen Of these wheat averaged thirty two bushels 10 the acre. where ad- joining farms showed twenty two. Barley averaged forty-four, where ad- joining farmers raised but thirty two in Minnesota. while North Dakota plots beat the farmers two to one.
 These are examples of benefits to be gained from expert handling of the agricultural problems. Some states believe that such an expert in every county would in a short time demon- sJrate the wisdom of the plan. Surely results are what is wanted, whether it is on the eastern or the western farms. IT all that is needed is ex- pert advice, the farmers could well afford the outlay which will get it. and yet through institute work a val uable amount of it is obtainable to- day.
Norwich bulletin., 1912-11-19
woRklNeMANs COMPENSATION.

Connecticut hopes to put through a
 workingman's compensation act at the coming session of the general assem- ply. The special commission having 1t under consideration will, 1t is un- derstood, report favorably thereon, and present a plan which will profit by the faults of others as well as by the good features. There are now sixteen states which have laws in this respect, all being adopted since the federal law went intp effect in 1908.
 If Connecticut puts such law on its books it will be the fourth in New England to be so provided with this up to date legislation, Massachusetts, New Hampshire and Rhode Island al- ready giving it tryout.
 Of the operation and the application of the law in Massachusetts, the Springfield Union says "A good many questions are coming up in this con-
 nection and it will be some time be-
 fore the scheme is worked out on a
 definite and satisfactory basis. In tbts
 state employers have manifested @ pronounced willingness to accept the provisions of the act and manage their business accordingly. Liability
 insurance companies, while forced to
 reckon with the competition of the
 manufacturers association, find dis tinct advantages in having disputes
 laid before an impartial body like the industrial accident board created un-
 der the provisions of our state law, board that is being commended from
 many quarters for its fairness and justice
 It is a law where an advantage is secured in making a start and thereby discover any defects or weaknesses
 as a basis for applying the rem edy. Connecticut is ready, it is be- lieved. to make the trial, and it should be welcomed.
Norwich bulletin., 1912-11-19

interests in Constantinople. The cir cumstances ought to serVe as an op- portunity for re-cemerting of a tra- ditional international friendship which has in the years past proved often valuable to both the parties to 1t. The recent ill feeling engendered over the Russian passport dispute has already brought disastrous results in commer- cial relations through Russian tariff 0iscriminations which have only served to hurt American exporters without benefting the Russian people in any substantial measure of compensation The chance comes now for amicable and satisfactory readjustments and 1t is to be hoped that American diplo- macy will take full advantage of it. Bridgeport Standard.
Norwich bulletin., 1912-11-19
sERVIA AND AUSTRIA.

In connection with the Balkan trou- ble there has sprung up d strained relation between Servia and Austria, which may mean further trouble be7 fore peace exists in that part of Eu- rope. Servia is d small inland coun- try, cut down by previous warfare from a country with much larger ter rltory, a seacOast and an outlet there by without reliance upon neighbors. The Servians have fought hard in this war and have defeated the Turks in the Albanian section of Turkey and thereby virtually regained old Ser via. With the natural belief that Ser via will claim this portion for her efforts, Austria is making a protest against such conquest.
 Austria is jealous of Servia and &opes by her power to keep her from gaining any such advantages as the outlet on the Adriatic would give. The Serbs populate many of the sections Of Austria and any additional territory and strength which Servia might se- cure by increasing her territory would be 10 the detriment of Austria and block her ambitions in extending to the southeast. Servia is prosperous country and the territory which her army has seized would give it the op- portunity to expand for which it has longed. Its aims, therefore, are along the same line with Austria, hence the display of bad feeling by the latter.
 Much in southeastern Europe de- bends upon the allies which the coun- tries have, and to Russia and the smaller countries which are engaged in the present struggle. Servia looks for her backing. They will doubtless see that Servia is not overridden in her ambition and the territory con- cerned will be under much better gov- srnment than in the past This is only one of the complications liable 70 result from the breaking up of Turkey.
Norwich bulletin., 1912-11-19
SUGGESTIONS BY PRESIDENT.

How President Taft went through the campaign and election is shown by his subsequent action. He has shown himself above the narrow confines of Reconsideration and justified the 0eclarat ton of Senator Root who said: With him, when he goes back to pri- vate life. will go the honor and the esteem of the American people, whom he has served so we'll" With the president throughout his entire term, more efficient government has been given his constant attention. He is Lot losing interest therein and had sesny valuable suggestions which he offered in tl4. address before the Lotus club. Saturday night, in New York.
 He urges the extension of the presi- dential term to six years, declaring that a four-year term does not give the time for the working out of i'm portant policies. Such a plan would check the controversy for a second term and entirely put to rout any idea of a third term. He would also favor the seating of the cabinet in congress to better unite the administrative and
 
 This would give the opportunity for the explanation of proposed legislation by the advocates of recommended measures at times when debates are in progress and establish better work ing relations between the two branches O: government.
 When he also suggests the placing of all postmasters under civil service he Is recommending further action along the same line in which he has made excellent progress during his administration. The democrats car hardly be expected to see the wisdom of this until the plums are picked, but l. Is a needed change 10 do away for ever with the iniquitous spells sys- tenn. Patronage is always a handicar TO every administration. AS the result oc experience. President Taft's sug- Eestions are worthy of thoughtful consideration.
Norwich bulletin., 1912-11-19
OTHER VIEW POINTS

Turkey has had to fight with men ! this time instead of women and chl- dren, and they never pracuced the
 war game on that basis.-New Haven 1 Union.
 1 Evidently we are to have the city
 trade school, and it is to be city not
 state school. The vestlng or me control in the city is the important
 point gained. Once established, the school can then be adapted to our evident needs-New Haven Register. The prompt enactment of laws pro- viding for the election of county com-
 missioners by the people and the ap- pointment of police court judges by 1 the governor, to go into effect upon l their passage, will add greatly to the
 contentment of old Connecticut.-Ne
 Haven Journal-Cou
 It is the juggling with the prices
 of foodstuffs and every commodity,
 including coal, that made socialist
 propaganda's influence show so ef- | fective in the big vote rolled up at | the recent election. Socialists are made by hard times in an era of plenty and by nothing else!-Hartford 1 Post.
 1 Winsted's cleanup campaign has re- suited in the establishment of free
 bathtubs, soap and towels in the
 schools to clean up the children whose l homes are without modern conven- fences" It is a good example for all
 Litchfield small towns to consider
 Waterbury Republican.
 | Fortunately, Connecticut doesn't have to stand the shame of the so-
 called Georgetown murder, for the | crime was committed in New York
 city. The killing was one of the most
 brutal in the criminal annals of that
 or any other city. In connection with j this crime, it is to be noted that the
 state police have done splendid work. l-Bridgeport Telegram.
 The public has to pay the cost of | strikes, and the cost of a coal strike it
 has to pay several times over. The | scarcity of coal, even in cities within ] easy reach of the mines. is ascribed to many causes, but the result is the
 same to the consumer. and now that | election is past he cannot even re-
 lieve his feelings by voting the social
 ist ticket-Springf1eld Republican. l When questions of real moment de-
 mand their attention the city officials
 are frequently too busy to spare any of their valuable time, but when a man obviously without money and without friends takes advantage of the oppor- tunity to make himself little more comfortable the mayor, the fire mar
 shal and representatives of the entire municipal machinery are brought to- gether in solemn conclave to diagnose the situatlon.-Meriden Record
 Had you, by any chance. forgotten about the income tax? The legisla- 1 lures of B. states have already rati- fled the proposed amendment to the federal constitution. When two more states join the requisite three-fourths will have been obtained We have been three years thinking about it. and
 even when the 36 states are secured we shall still have plenty of time for
 mental activity. Their ratification will only confer authorization upon con gress. which must then decide what 1t proposes to do about it.-Hartford Times.
 It Is a matter of good fortune that our country has accepted the kindly
Norwich bulletin., 1912-11-19

defending, all your life long, is your own truth.
 He who sustains his opinion by the strength of conviction and evidence alone. shows no less resolution than the Hindoo who makes and keeps a VOW to hold his right arm in the air till it grows rigid and calIous.
Norwich bulletin., 1912-11-19

Senator Mclean. in his latest state- ment advising the return of the pro- gressives to the republican fold, makes a proper plea. Why lengthen the name by calling the party progressive republican. though? It Is unnecessary. All that Is necessary is to get together, put as much time and interest into the party that was squandered on the bull moose, and the support of the republican principles can be made as progressive as Is demanded without becoming radical
Norwich bulletin., 1912-11-19
Move Previous Question.

Schoolboy asks the editor to recom- mend a subject for high school debaE- ing society. Certainly Resolved, that women will still be afraid of mice after they get the ballot.-Knicker- booker Press.
Norwich bulletin., 1912-11-19
"GETS-lT" Will Gel
 Any Corn, Sure /!
Almost Like Magic. Guaranteed

Any corn just loves to be cut and gouged, but it's mighty rough on you. Plasters and salves usually take away some of the toe with them, and leave the corn to flourish
 The new corn cure, "GETS-IT." Is perfectly harmless to the healthy flesh, but 1t does go for a corn, bunion. call lous or wart right off the reel. The corn shrivels away from the healthy flesh and drops of.
 You. can apply "GETs-IT" in two seconds and 1t begins it's work right off Pretty soon you'll forget you ever had corns or bunlons
 "GETS-IT'' Is sold at all druggists at 25 cents a bottle, Or sent on receipt of price by E. Lawrence & Co.,. Chica go. Sold in Norwich by The Lee & Osgood Co. and H. NJ. Lerou & Co.
Norwich bulletin., 1912-11-19

to maintain the open-door policy at the White house, he is simply issuing invi- tations to the office seeker under the spells system.
Norwich bulletin., 1912-11-19

The successor to Premier Canalejas of Spain has been chosen. He may find it advantageous to carry foot ball player or a squad of detectives about with him.
Norwich bulletin., 1912-11-19

Lee McClung has resigned as treas Irer of the United States. Getting a new treasurer into office is expensive All the funds have to be counted and receipted for. It costs about s1o,ooo 10 count Uncle Sam's cash.
Norwich bulletin., 1912-11-19

Governor Harmon of Ohio is on a hunting trip. This time he is after rabbits, not the presidency, though it is not the first time he has qualified as hunter.
Norwich bulletin., 1912-11-19

Ottawa is entertaining a Hudson hay representative who has not been in civilization for twelve years. Ifs one grand leap from the past. Every step has It's surprise for him.
Norwich bulletin., 1912-11-19

Happy thought for today: Politics teach that though there may be big noise in the campaign it doesn't indi- cate victory.
Norwich bulletin., 1912-11-19

With dynamite in market baskets and nitro -glycerine in suit cases the deadly explosives didn't get as much respect from the McNamara gang as the householder today would pay a dozen of eggs.
Norwich bulletin., 1912-11-19

A Washington despatch claims wo- men are drinking more and the men less. This is a bad outlook if this con- dition and suffrage make equal prog rpss.
Norwich bulletin., 1912-11-19

To the New York doctors, the prob lem of keeping a headless cat alive twelve hours didn't involve any more trouble than making one with its head on keep quiet half an hour
Norwich bulletin., 1912-11-19

The proposed reform of the Nevada marriage laws is going to hurt busi- ness at Reno. But why not sacrifice Reno for the benefit of the rest of the country?
Norwich bulletin., 1912-11-19

The government insane hospital re- ports that insanity seizes the bachelor with greater ease than the benedict. Being leap year yet, there's time for the young ladies to keep many a fel- low from the danger.
Norwich bulletin., 1912-11-19

Pennsylvania is said to be looking favorably on womans suffrage. It might be well, however, to get the sanction of Boss Finn.
Norwich bulletin., 1912-11-19

Mrs. Longworth thinks it terrible to be has-been. She ought to have impressed that on her father when the people called him."
Norwich bulletin., 1912-11-19

Since the Colonel announced that he feels like bull moose. and then like a bulldog. the Milwaukee Sentinel Is curious 10 know what animal he feels ~i@a nsv. Probably dAnatnred skunk,
Norwich bulletin., 1912-11-19

A new force is taking an important part in the Balkan war. Cholera is attacking right and left and doing it imnartiallN
Norwich bulletin., 1912-11-19

With the invention of body armor which bullets will not pierce, the bur dens of the militiamen will be in- creased during the encampment sea- son.
Norwich bulletin., 1912-11-19

Now that Vincent Astor has secured his millions he will not have the prob lem before him of keeping up in the 400"
Norwich bulletin., 1912-11-19

It is a good rule to give fowls all they will eat up clean. Some days the appetite will be greater than other days.
Norwich bulletin., 1912-11-19
EDITORIAL NOTES.

Champ Clark is going back to con- gress, but the houn' dawg is liable to be left at home.
Norwich bulletin., 1912-11-19

Twentythree roads, measuring 1.415 miles, are to be built in Korea at cost of s5,000,000.
Norwich bulletin., 1912-11-19

It Is matter of good fortune that our country has accepted the kindly offer of Russia to safeguard American
Norwich bulletin., 1912-11-19

We extend cordial invitation Department and complete showing Linens
Norwich bulletin., 1912-11-19

Damasks-qualities and prices such as will appeal to particular housewives who desire the best possible values coupled with dependable qualities. These few hints:
Norwich bulletin., 1912-11-19

Asbestos Mats and Pads heat 2 oval 10c to s1 eachAsbess Pads removable covers inches to each
Norwich bulletin., 1912-11-19

Doies Centers descrpon-Fnged Hemstched an Scaloped both Linen Cuny up to $22.ss.
Meade County news. [volume] (Meade, Kan.) 1900-1918, 1912-04-25
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Minnesota, which took action in 1876. Thereafter
there followed a steady procession of other states,
the legislatures of which became converts to the
popular idea In 1887 the movement took root
in Canada, the Educational Department of On
tario setting apart day on which the trustees OF
every rural school and Incorporated village were
desired to plant shade trees and make flower
beds Oddly enough, the State of New York did
not fac into line in this movement until the year
1883, but when the state legislature did take up
the matter 1t enacted very explicit legislation,
prescribing for exercises in the public schools
tending to encourage the planting protection and
preservation of trees and shrubs.
Thus far only one foreign country has adopted
the American holiday known as Arbor Day The
nation that has paid us this compliment of imi-
tatlrn Is SPAIN but in the land OF the Dons the
festival is known as fiesta del Arbol, meaning
the Fete of the Tree. The Spanish holiday was
inaugurated in 1896 and is celebrated earlier than
in this country-namely on March %. On the
first Tree Day in Spain the young King Alfonso
with the queen regent and the ladies of the court
proceeded to grounds situated near the village Of
Hortazela, some two miles distant from Madrid.
Here the king planted a pine sapling and two
thousand children selected from the schools OF
Madrid Immediately followed his example Then
gold medals commemorative Of the event and
duly inscribed with the date were distributed
among the youthful tree planters. Although only
Spain has actually copied the Yankee customs OF
Arbor Day, several other countries, notably
France, Great Britain, Japan and New Zealand
have holidays that are very similar to our tree
planting festival
1t is probable that very few Of the children who
plant trees or assist in planting trees on Arbor
Day realize that the United States government
maintains a big institution the primary purpose
of which is not merely to encourage but actually
to carry on tree planting. This establishment
for the employees of which every day in the year
is Arbor Day, is known as the Division OF Silvi-
culture and is branch of the u S. Forest Serv-
Ice In the average year Uncle Sans official
tree planters set out upwards Of half million
trees, most of them located in the national for
ests Moreover not only does Uncle Sam main
tain his own nurseries as a source OF supply for
his perpetual tree planting campaign, but he also
aids private owners who desire to set out trees
on their property. Finally, Uncle Sam Is con-
Quoting valuable experiments in nursery opera
lions and planting work in cooperation with nine
different universities and state agricultural ex-
pertinent stations. The object OF these expert
ments is to ascertain what species are best adapt
ed to different regions and to improve methods
of planting and cultivation.
Meade County news. [volume] (Meade, Kan.) 1900-1918, 1912-04-25
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ter's second term in the White House 1t was in
1872 that Mr.. Morton conceived the idea of this
unique holiday and he forthwith introduced be
fore the Nebraska State Board of Agriculture, OF
which he a member a resolution setting
apart April 10 Of that year as tree planting day
The legislature finally adopted the resolution
as proposed by Mr. Morton, although some of
his colleagues thought that Sylvan Day" would
be better title for the newly-created festival.
and there is portion of the public that inclines
to this belief today. The new scheme proved an
emphatic success and more than one million
trees were planted throughout Nebraska on that
first Arbor Day. Not only were the children Of
the public schools interested from the outset, but
individuals and local societies Of various kinds
participated. This was due in part no doubt to
the fact that the Nebraska State Board of Agri-i
culture, which created the holiday offered prize
of one hundred dollars to the agricultural society
of that county which planted properly the largest
number Of trees. and provided farm library
and purse of twenty-five dollars for the person
who planted the largest number Of trees.
The next year Arbor Day was observed through
out Nebraska with increasing enthusiasm and in
1874 the governor by official proclamation, desg-
mated the second Wednesday of April as Arbor
Day for Nebraska In 1885, when the legislature
of the state formally designated Arbor Day as a
holiday the date was changed to April 90. II Ne
braska can be taken an example, the influence
of Arbor Day is certainly most beneficial and the
only pity is that other states could not have
placed the holiday their official calendars as
early as did Nebraska. Statistics show that In
a period Of sixteen years following the date on
which Farmer Morton secured the adoption Of
the Arbor Day project a total Of three hundred
and fifty million trees and vines were planted in
Nebraska as the direct outcome of this move
ment
The first states to follow the example Of Ne
braska in adopting Arbor Day were Michigan and
Meade County news. [volume] (Meade, Kan.) 1900-1918, 1912-04-25

the importance of trees to us as nation The
American people have suddenly awakened to the
fact that not only is the lumber supply of the
country being exhausted at dangerously rapid
rate, with no prospect of replenishing but, worse
yet, the wanton waste of our forests has sequel
in climatic changes that may mean hardship for
many citizens of the republic Indeed, some eX-
perts go so far as to attribute to this the
terrific heat of last summer and the approx
matey exceptional cold of the past winter.
Tree Day" would be quite appropriate
name as Arbor Day for the spring holiday and
notable feature of its observance in the average
community consists in the planting of trees and
shrubs along roadsides and in other suitable
places In some instances the work devolves, by
decree of time-honored custom, upon magistrates,
local officials publicspirited citizens, but for
the most part it is in the hands of the teachers
and pupils of public and private schools 1t Is
not too much to say that Arbor Day. like sew
eral other of the spring festivals is primarily
young peoples holiday.
For all that most communities observe Arbor
Day in April, the fact remains that it is a NOV
able festival, and there are some sections Of the
country where owing to the climate, 1t is deslr-
able to have the tree planting exercises at some
other time of year In majority of our states
the date for Arbor Day Is either selected by the
state legislature or by the governor of the state
acting under legislative authority. Usually, SUI
perintendents of schools supplement the guberna-
torial procamations the subject of Arbor Day
by the issuance of open letters bearing upon the
aim and object Of the holiday and with due ref
erence to the lessons it teaches.
The state of Nebraska gets credit for original
ing Arbor Day, for 1t was the pioneer in what
has become a national movement. The indivd-
ual who was the original author Of the scheme
was none other than Mr.. ]. Sterling Morton who
afterward became Secretary Of Agriculture in the
Cabinet of President Cleveland during the lat