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Norwich bulletin., 1913-05-09
LETTERS FROM TWO
 MISSIONARY FIELDS.
Read at Trinity Methodist Church Be-
 fore Foreign Missionary Society.

! The last meeting before the summer recess was held By the Ladies aux ! Hilary of the Women's Foreign Mis- sionary society Thursday afternoon in the parlors of the Trinity Nj. k. church with d good number present. In the absence of the president Mrs. J. H. Newland who has removed from the city, vice president, Mrs. J. O.. Dodge presided and led the devotion al exercises. Two interesting letters from the mission field were read; one from Harriet Ditbridge, missionary in Tokyo, Japan, and the other from Terade Sci, a school girl in China who is supported by the local society. Reports showed a present membership
 in the society of 97. The Kings Her aids, an auxiliary has a mem bership of 14 and the Little Light Bearers, an other auxiliary of small children num-
 Der 27 members of which five are life members. Mrs. F. w. Coleman was ap- pointed to arrange for the programme for the next meeting which will not be held until September. Mrs. E. M. Newbury, Mrs. J. c. Morgan and Mrs. A. G. Miner were appointed nominat ing committee to report at the Sep tember meeting, when election of of fcers will take place
 Various members of the society read extracts from the book Chfna's New Day. The thank offering collection amounted to s2541 When all the pledges are paid there will be a sub stantial balance left in the treasury so it was voted to contribute $10 to- wards the fund for superannuated missionaries.
 At the close of the meeting an ex- cellent supper of cold meats, rolls. strawberries and coffee was served by Mrs William Mckee, Mrs. F. D. Kins- man, Mrs. Jane Bentley and Mrs. w. ". Ives.
Norwich bulletin., 1913-05-09

of his faith Saturday, May 10th at the Temple of United Brotherhood at 9 a. m. and at Brothers of Joseph syn agogue at p. m. taking his topic from the Pentatenchal assignment for this very Sabbath. the offering of the Omer constituting part and parcel thereof.
 Engaged in circuit preaching for a considerable time, Dr. Heller exposes education and champions religion, in numerous cities and states throughout the union. He is interesting instruc- tive and eloquent, keeping the atten- ton of his auditors continually. The rabbi is also noted as a Zionist, lin- guist and journalist contributing ex- tensively to dailies, Weeklies, fortnight lies and monthlies. His Hebrew trans lations from the Aramaic of the Bib- Heal books of Daniel and Ezra made the author, famous, the want of these literary masterpieces being badly felt foFo centuries A second edition, re- vised and augmented by English and tBfiaeish Is nearing completion.
 Dr. Heller comes highly recommend ed and among his testimonials are let ters by presidents Roosevelt and Taft. Brothers of Joseph's officers are Messrs. John Bloom and A. Kramer while United Brotherhood is directed by A. Schwartz and Philip Tailor.
Norwich bulletin., 1913-05-09
GIVES RIGHTS TO
 LIGHTING COMMISSION.
Bill Was Passed in the House After
 Report by Committee.
Especial to The Bulletin.)


 The act concerning the board of Gas and Electrical commissioners of the City of Norwich was passed on Thursday in the house explana- tion by MT. King of the committee on cities and boroughs, who said the act simply gave to the city all the priVi- leges that were enjoyed by the old Norwich Gas and Electric Light com pany before the plant became the property of the municipality. The text of the bill follows:
 The board of Gas and Electrical commissioners Of the City of Norwich shall have all rights to manufacture, generate, distribute, and sell gas and electricity possessed by the Norwich Gas and Electric company at the time said city received the gas and electric plants of said company by compuI- sorry purchase, and said board for said city shall have the right to sell and distribute gas and electricity for all the purposes and wherever said company at said time had the right to sell and distribute the same, and shall also have the right to purchase gas and electricity. Said board may sell any surplus of gas or electricity to any other persons or corporations legally authorized to dis tribute and sell gas or electricity out side the territory supplied from the plant of said city. Said board shall have the right to make and execute leases and other contracts, and, sub Ject to the approval of the court of common council of said city to pur- chase eny real property or franchises deemed necessary by said board for the maintenance, equipment, and man agement of said city's gas and elec- trical plants.
Norwich bulletin., 1913-05-09
FINAL REHEARSAL.
Held by Young Peoples Crohestrs Under Direction of E. F. Baker.

i Thursday night at the Buckingham
 memorial. the Young Peoples or- 1 chestra of which E. D. Baker is teach -
 CT and director, held it's final rehear- sal before the concert which it is te give at the Davis theater, which will ] be the second and final concert for the orchestra this season. The whole or chestra numbers 4S players. which pro- vides for a very complete synpony orchestra.
 Frank L. Farrell. pianist, has been engaged as the soloist for the concert
 time is much more ambitious effort than has been attempted by the or ganization before
 It is a fact worthy of note that all the players who take part in the com ing concert are local musicians except i three, who are Thomas Joseph Byrne, , first oboe of the Hartford Philhar- monic, John Keller. viola, of New Ha- ven and J. L. Cady string bass, of
 Hampton. The 22 violins of the string section are all pupils Of MT. Baker, who organized the orchestra for the purpose of affording study and prac- tice of the best of orchestral music by the best composers.
 The proceeds of this concert, as also of the former one, are to be devoted to purchasing instruments for the use of the orchestra, which are to belong to the orchestra as an organization, and 1t is hoped that the time will soon come when there will be local players for every instrument used in the orchestra, which will be possible if the society owns all the little used in
 struments like oboes tympani, French horns, basses, etc.
 It is MT. Bakers desire to eventual ly organize a Philharmonic society in Norwich, similar to the one in Hart ford, with active and honorary mem bers, and forming a permanent sym phony orchestra for the purpose of giving a series of popular priced con certs each ssason.
 This will give young and ambitious players an opportunity to study great orchestral compositions, and gain ex- perience in ensemble work that can be acquired in no other way, and will be invaluable to them in after years.
Norwich bulletin., 1913-05-09
Auto Damage Suit.

The suit of Charles A. Pendleton of Bozrah vs. Robert c. BHrchard of MentvilIe was taken up and the fol- lowing was the jury drawn fer the l.. Hale, Nerwich; William Kinney, Preston; Samuel F. Palmer, Griswold; William S Lee and Henry German, Sprague; John. H. Davis, Presteni George A. Mills and Frederick G. Stark, Lebanon; Martin Q. Chapman, North St9nington; LeandeF BreWn and Frank J. Nolan, SpragHe
 Damages ef $1.000 are sought for an accident that happened on West Thames street in this city on Sept. 29, 1910. The attorneys in the case Of D. c. Perkins. J. H. Barnes and A. J. Bailey.
 The plaintiff was the first witness, testifying that he was driving on West Thames street and that Elias Q. Brownin~ was with him in the car riage. An automobile driven by Rob ert 0. Burchard collided with the Pen dleton team, throwing MT. Pendleton out so that his shoulders, back and legs were injured and his teeth were loosened. The horse ran away. Mir. Pendleton was unable to work for some time.
 Dr. Clinton E. Stark and Dr. J. Byron Sweet testified as to the extent of the plaintiffs injuries. ana Peter Cicarelli and Alexander E. Pendieton, brother of the plaintiff. were also wit nesses in the morning session.
 At the afternoon session of court Elias O.. Browning was @put on the stand. He testified that he saw no lights on the automobile and he told of the care that Mr. Pendleton used in driving. t
 At 3. o'clock court adjourned for the day The trial of this case will be resumed next Tuesday, as there is a J<a~,rI rI1rl sci. fOfI
 After the short calendar session the arguments will be made. according to agreement, in the contested divorce case of Chesborough vs. Chesborough.
Norwich bulletin., 1913-05-09
THREE MATTERS IN SUPERIOR COURT
$1ooo Damage Sought Auto Accident Suit Brought by Bozrah Man-Jury Gave $1 Damages in Sander Suit Divorce Granted For Cruelty.

In the business of the superior court here on Thursday one verdict was given by the jury, enc divorce was granted by the judge and the trial of suit for damages in an automobile accident was started. The court ses- sion began at 1e o'clock in the morn7 ing and adjourned in the afternoon at 8 o'clock to give time for the defend ants counsel in the automobile case to get a witness here who is now out of the state and whose presence is necessary in opening the defense.
 When court came in the jury an- swered to their names and then re- tired to consider further the evidence in the slander suit brought against Louis Sternberg of this city by Abra ham B. Neiman of Mystic. They had the case in their hands for 35 minutes on Wednesday afternoon and after an hour more of. deliberation Thursday morning they returned a verdict of S1 damages for the plaintiff. He had sued for $3,000. The court accepted the verdict.
 Divorce is Granted.
 While the jury had the islander suit under consideration Attorney s. S. Thresher presented the divorce matter of Lucia M Fox of Norwich Town against Daniel P. Fox, who is now of parts unknown. The case had been partly presented before. Thursday Judge Williams granted the divorce on the grounds of intolerable cruelty. They were married April 4, 1897, the maiden name of the wife being Lucia M Linderman. Her petition for di- vorce asked permission to resume her maiden name but the court did not allow this. Custody of three children, a boy and two girls, was given, to the mother. She charged intolerable cru elty on the part of her husband since July 1, 1906.
 Mrs Ida Lamphere testified to the cruel way Mrs. Fox had been used and said that Mir. Fox usually came home late on Saturday nights and made lots of trouble for his wife.
Norwich bulletin., 1913-05-09
RELIEF CORPS OFFICERS.
Mrs. Helen A. Stewart of New London
 Elected State ChapIain

Branford, Conn. MaylsS-At the an nual convention of the Womans Relief corps, which closed it's two days ses- sion here this afternoon, the follow : ing officers were chosen
 President Lottie B. Griswold; Wa terbury; senior vice president, Alice Whitehead, Hartford junior vice pres ident Mary Bates, TorriHgton; secre- taryA Rose Parsons, Waterbury: treas urer, Florence l.. Haden Meriden chaplain, Helen A. Stewart, New Lon don; inspector, Nellie Boynton, Bran ford: councillor, Bertha A. Lounsbury, Branford; patriotic instructor Cath arine Carrier. Middietown
 There are 4eIcorps for woman's re- lief to the c. A. R. in the state, with membership of 3.512. an increase of 7e during the year, There were 131 soldiers aided by the corps and a total of 1922 soldiers and their families aided. The balance in the general fund of the various corps totals $30,- S35.13. In the relief fund. $6,071.72. Cash spent for relief aggregated $2,- 907.36, and other relief furnished at s967.5s. The total amount of relief since the organization of the corps was $560323S.
Norwich bulletin., 1913-05-09
SOCIALIST OFFICERS. Elected for Next Six Months by Nor
 wich Local.

Local Norwich Socialist party reg ular meeting at headquarters in Stead block, 20s Main street Thursday eve ming elected officers for the ensuing six months as follows:
 Organizer and corresponding secre- tary, Albert Boardman; treasurer, Ar thur Bufsnharn; recording secretary, John B. Fahy: auditors, Arthur Oddie, Albert Boardman and George Moles; woman's committee. Elinor Burnham, Helena Modjelska and Arthur Burn ham; county committee, Arthur Burn ham and George Moles; press com- mittee, Fred HoIdsworth.
 The regular meeting adjourned and a caucus of citizens made nominations for city election.
Norwich bulletin., 1913-05-09
LARGE SALES IN
 NEW HAVEN STOCK. Many Shares Change Hands in New York and Boston

During the last two weeks 43,6s5 shares of New Haven stock have been solds the total in New York being 30,- 416, while in Boston 19,279 shares have changed hands, says the New Haven Times Leader. The heaviest selling was in the second week. New ork trading in 21.466 and Bosten in 1925 shares
 It fs of course not yet possible to positively trace the stock which was taken on the break. but it would be interesting to know how much the PennSylvania has added to it's already. large holdings. It is rumored that the Pennsylvania had added largely to its New Haven road holdings and that it Is anxious to get a lot more.
 New Haven stock today is selling II points under the price quoted for the stock on April 19. the Saturday before the interstate commerce comnisSiOn's s hearing into the financial condition of the system began, but from the char acter of the trading it would appear that the extreme pressure that was noted then when the hearing was in progress has been removed. It is interesting, however, to note Ethe extent of the liquidation which re- sulted from the uneasineSS which was apparent when interest in the investi- gation was at it's height. On Monday, the day the hearings started, the price in New Y k ranged between 115 and 113 7-S, / Ihile in Boston sales were TeporteS between 115 and 113 1-2. gFtrom {4nat time on the tendency was Towards lower levels in both markets. SO that by the middle of the second week 102 3-4 was reached in New York and 103 in Boston.
 Last Friday night, however. after MT Mellen had finished his testimony, :a recovery had been made in both markets to 106 and it was evident that the urgent ltQuida ton was over for the time being.
 It is expected that other raids will be attempted and some day the inside story of the raiding and the object thereof will be known.
 Boston and Maine stock held well Thursday in spite of the fact that it's dividend has just been passed. The stock sold at 55.
 Sales of New Haven stock totaled about 1,500 shares yesterday morning. Low price was 104, high 105 Is, and the 1 o'clock price 104 1-2.
Norwich bulletin., 1913-05-09
Progress in Flower Market Plans.

The chairrnen for the various com mittees for the Flower Market, which Is to be held under the auspices of the Norwich Playground association at the Roman Steps on May 24 from nine o'clock until six held a meeting on Wednesday to report progress.
 The committees having in charge the securing of seedlings. potted plants, vegetables and cut flowers are much gratiffed at the generous response which has been made to their appeal from the owners of private gardens, the professional florists and the leading s market gardeners near the city.
 One means of revenue for the Play ground treasury will be the sale of brttonhole bouquets by girls in cos- tr.ne stationed In different localities. Another will be Folk dancing by chil- dren under the direction of Miss Kath- erine Moore of the N F. A. during The afternoon preceding the Market on the lawns and streets in many parts of the town. BIS we'll as at the Steps en Sat- urday. Some of the Y, M. c, A. scouts and the boys of the c. P. A. K. have signified their willingness to serve the cause
Norwich bulletin., 1913-05-09
Third Baptist Church Missionary So- ciety Meets in Vestry of Church.

The Missionary society of the Third Baptist church held their regular ses- sion Thursday afternoon in the vestry of. the church with many in attend ance. The president of the society
 Mrs. Nathan Nye. was unable to be present because of illness in her fam fly and the vice president. Mrs. Her. bert Baldwin, presided calling the meeting to order about 3 o'clock. The scripture reading was taken from the 18th Psalm, verses l to 16 and 37 to 46. The report of the last meeting was then read by Mrs. William P. Greene
 Bible distribution was the subject for the days study and reading on The Baptists' Bible Work was given by Mrs. Irving Larkin. Seed Sowing in San Juan was the subject of a read ing given by Mrs. William P. Greene, and Mrs. Herbert Peckham made an urgent call for Bibles. Robert Leeds Bible Donation, another reading, was then given by Miss Clara Hamilton and Miss Mildred Case entertained with solo, I Learnt It in the Bible. Re- treatments were served and a social hour was enjoyed by the members.
Norwich bulletin., 1913-05-09
Special Silk Values
25c SILKS at 19c

Silk Stripe Wash Voile. in eight shades 2T inches wide-Special price 19c yard, value 25c.
Norwich bulletin., 1913-05-09
DIED.

l. William Aherg lalnched a. new IS
Norwich bulletin., 1913-05-09
TAFTVILLE
Many in Attendance at Funeral of
 Miss Nellie Clifford

The funeral of Miss Nellie Clifford was held at 8.15 o'clock Thursday morning from her late home on School street with a very large number of friends and relatives in attendance. At o'clock services were conducted in the Sacred Heart church by Rev. J. H. Stapleton. The floral remem- brances were many and beautiful The bearers were John Donovan. James Daley John Nolan and Daniel Shea. Burial was in the Sacred Heart cem- etery. Undertaken Grant was in charge of the funeral arrangements.
Norwich bulletin., 1913-05-09
ORDNANCE OFFICER.
Captain R. F. Andrews Succeeds Major
 Church in the Position.

Special orders from the office of the adjutant general, c. N. G., transfer Captain Roland F. Andrews, infantry, to the ordnance department. With rank from November 29, 1912, and assign him to duty with the First infantry.
 Captain Andrews formerly com manded Company H, Second infantry, of Waterbury Since the maneuyefs of last smumer he has been on duty with the inspector generals department. As the ordnance officer assigfed. to the First infantry he succeeds Captain Earl D. Church. who has servef- in that capacity for seven years. but who was recently nominated for promotion to major
Norwich bulletin., 1913-05-09
Atwood,s Wife Seeks Divorce.

Harry N. Atwood. the aviator who to the aie-F1aryard boat race on the Thames two years ago, Is being sued by his wife for divorce on the ground of abandonment, Besides being an aviator, this would look as if he might be a high hier in ether directions. There is chold toe, that the neth- CT wants the custody of
Norwich bulletin., 1913-05-09
Colonial Club Officers.

At a recent meeting of the Colonial club the following officers were elect ed: President John B. Oat; vice presi- dent, Robert w. Otis; secretary, Frank c. Sterry; collector, Carlos A. Kicker; treasurer, Frank D. Davis; directors, John w Slattery, I. J. Willis and Will liam J. Koonz. These committees have been appointed for the ensuing year. House, H. G. Peck, chairman. F. D. Davis and c. E. A1nburn; grounds, L J. Willis, chairman, c. H. Wood and E. R. Pierson; entertainment. W. J Koonz, chairman. C. E. Lamb and J. W. Slattery; membership, H. E. Hig- gins, chairman, George Whitaker and T. H. Beekley.
Norwich bulletin., 1913-05-09
Contribute to Parish Needs.

The Wednesday Knights held their regular meeting Wednesday evening in the lecture room of the Taftville Con- gregationai church. Following the business of the session. a social evening was passed and ice cream was served the members. At their last meeting the Knights voted to give the sEccles- iastica1 committee $20 towards parish needs. Among other matters at We'd nesday evenings session it was voted to give the club ball team permission to use the letters w. K on their jer- seVS f-
Norwich bulletin., 1913-05-09

DIED. NEWBERY-In Norwich, suddenly, May ', 1913, Amy B.. wife of Harlan Newbery, aged 39 years. Funeral service at the Gales Ferry church Sunday afternoon. May Il, at 2.36 o'clock.
 LATHROP-In. Bozrah. May s. Vera Ann Lathrop, wife of J ohm Lathrop, aged S1 years.
 Prayer at her late residence at the home Of her son-in-law, Clarence Lathrop, Saturday afternoon May 10, at 1.15. Services at the Bozrah Gen. ter Congregational church i>atf ? o'clock Burial in the family lot at the Johnson cemetery FENToN-In this city. May '. John F., son of Mrs; JuIias and the late Daniel Fenton. No. AdueduGt street. Funeral from his 1atr home at 3 o'clock Saturday morning. Requiem mass in St. Patrick's" church al o'clock
 PTKE-In Hartford May '. 1913, Louis B P4Ae. aged 38 years.
Norwich bulletin., 1913-05-09
pemarsh Place Sold.

J. J. Donovan of Hunters avenue has purchased the Demarsh property on Merchants avenue consisting of a two tenement house and lot MT and Mrs. Donovan, will move from their residence on Hunters avenue to one of the tenements and the other tene- ment will be occupied by his brother John Donovan of Front street.
Norwich bulletin., 1913-05-09

The members of the Girls Friendly of St. Andrews church held a well at tended business session Thursday eve ming. Reports were heard and plans for the annual fair were discussed
Norwich bulletin., 1913-05-09
Olle DllllRti1l. Norwich, Friday, May 9. 1913.
THE WEATHER.
Today's Weather Forecast.

Teday's Weather Forecast. For Southern New England Fair slightly warmer Friday; Saturday cloudy; probably showers; moderate south winds becoming variable. Predictions from the New ork Her. aid: On Friday 1t will be generally clear and slightly warmer, with light northeasterly to easterly winds. The outlook for Saturday is partly overcast and warmer.
 Observations in Norwich The following records, reported from Sevin's pharmacy, show the changes in temperature and the barometric changes Thursday.
 Ther. Bar. a. m. .+.'......t......s.. 90 S0.1z zz 4@ AAA' . '''ss.5.. = s.s.s.sss o. oV'E, ' D. m. ....a......5 55 30.26 Highest "A. lowest AS
 Comparisons. Predictions for Thursday: Fair. Thursdays weather Fair and cool CT.
Norwich bulletin., 1913-05-09
Takinn Parish Census.

Fathers Stapleton and Massicot are taking the census of the Sacred Heart parish. They commenced Monday on Merchants avenue and School street and went from there to Hunters ave- nue. Other streets in the village will be covered later
Norwich bulletin., 1913-05-09

The office of M. c. Higgins, situated on the corner of North Main and South Golden streets has been completed and on Thursday painters were at work painting it. The office furniture has been installed and Fairbanks scale has been set up on the east side of the building with the indicator inside the office.
Norwich bulletin., 1913-05-09
Not a Quorum Present
On Mashinaton Trip.

MT and Mrs. Charles Standish and daughter, Miss Rose Bingham Stan dish, of Wightnan avenue. leave to- day (F'riday) for Washington, D. C., where they will visit Mrs Standishs S sister, Mrs. Charles Bartlett
Norwich bulletin., 1913-05-09

Mrs. Charles Browning. and Mrs. Roland Meech of Lebanon visited rela- lives on Bliss place recently.
Norwich bulletin., 1913-05-09
NOTED HEBREW RABBI.
Guest of Rev. Max Stamn-Here to
 Speak at the Synagogue.

Rabbi Nachman Heller of New York, Philadelphia and Harrisburg, Pa, and Charleston. w. Va, is in town, the guest of Rabbi Max Stamm and will give two discourses before members
Norwich bulletin., 1913-05-09

Mrs. Louis Pressman has returned to Bridgeport after spending two weeks with her father on Maple street and Mir. and Mrs. David Goldblatt of Cen tral avenue.
Norwich bulletin., 1913-05-09
NOTICE

sachem Street will be closed from Washington Street to Uncas Street until further notice.
 E. .. LILLIBRIDGE.
 Street Commissioner
Norwich bulletin., 1913-05-09

Harry Winchester, who has been em- ployed in Hartford for several months, has returned and is passiug this week with friends in New York.
Norwich bulletin., 1913-05-09

Mrs. F. G. Prothero of Vergason avenue was in West Hartford for the day Wednesday, the guest of MT. and. Mrs. Charles Prothero and Mrs. J. A. Newman
Norwich bulletin., 1913-05-09

The Misses Ressette Of Hanover were guests recently of Miss Florence Winchester of Otrobando avenue.
Norwich bulletin., 1913-05-09

Mrs Vernon Wood and Mrs James Wood of HaIlville and Miss Ruth Ec- cleston of MillviIle were guests We'd nesday of Mrs. Frank w Barber of Plain Hill