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Norwich bulletin., 1913-03-24
EWETT CITY.
seldiera' Monument Committee Gem pietes Plans for unveiiing Exer- cises-Eand, Souvenir invitations, Dinner, Etc. Arranged Fsr--River- side Perfect Attendance Rspert.

A meeting of the Soldiers monument committee was held in the selccemens 8 relative to the detail of the unvei1ing.
 which is an event ten weeks away, was transacted. President aHskeIl an- nounced that he had engaged the ser vices of the Plainfield Brass band of 22 pieces for Memorial day. Investf- gation through Joseph LaboRne, for mer leader of the Jewett City band, has proven that this band, with the several new solo players, is one of the finest amateur bands in this section.
 Rev. Father Hayes and Mir Ballou were appointed a committee to have in charge the selection and printing of suitable invitations for the unveil- ing. These invitations are to be of artistic souvenir design: residents of the town borough, who desire to invite out of town friends, may ob- tain invitation cards from any mem Der of the committee. Father Hayes and Mir. Ballou also have in charge the musical arrangements for the day It Is probab ble that all the children of the schools will be arranged in one solid bank and under the leadership of an instructor will sing patriotic airs
 President Haskell will take charge of the weishty problem of providing food for the probable six or eight hun dred who will require it on that day: He will wait upon the three Ladies society presidents of the Protestant churches and upon a lady from St. Mary's church and make arrangements each church will be guaranteed $25.0e anyway, with opportunities. to double and treble that amount. The commit tee will pay 25 cents for all dinners served those to whom they issue tick cts. With unlimited possibilities by the churches for the sale of other dinners. The dinners will be the reg ular bean dinner. such as is served by the churches at present, each so ciety preparing the same menu.
 By this arrangement the local churches will receive material hnan- cial benefit and the money thus ex- pended yill remain in town
 President Haskell will have in charge the erection of the speakers platform, which he will cause to be placed on the east side of the park. He expects it to accommodate at least one hundred. The speakers of the day. the town and borough officials, c. 4. R., the guests of honor, old sol diers and the committee.
 Messrs. Finn and Hiscox have been assigned the matter of providing 8 upon. for the speaker. Chief Justice of the Supreme Court Samuel O. Prem tice, guests of honor, the monument committee and the town and borough officials.
 Clerk Hiscox was instructed to com munfcate with the Smith Granite Co 1 for a day this month when l he monument committee may visit the l 4uarries in Westerly and inspect the 1 it now stands and at l end to any business necessary at this l lime relative to contract matter look | ng toward it's early settling ana com 1 oletion.
 So far the expenditures by the com l nittee have been 8 dollar for postage | telephone and express $309 to Chap | nan & Tripp for lumber and $20 to | F. E. Williams for an extra foot of | ,oundat ton for the monument
Norwich bulletin., 1913-03-24
Mrs. Charles N. Daniels.

Mrs Charles N. Daniels of this city
 died at the home of her daughter,
 Grace Harford, at Southbridge, Mass,
 early Saturday morning. Mrs Dan iels had been seriously i'll for the
 past four weeks with pneumonia, all
 hope of her recovery until 8 change came Friday. The death of Mrs. Dan ieIs comes as a keen personal bereave- ment not only to her relatives but to many personal friends in this city. She was a woman of fine characteristics, and her interest in the civic life of the comm unity found large expression in her helpfulness to promote public spirited enterprises that Wele for the moral and material welfare of this city. Mrs. Daniels was also prominent in the social activities of Willimantic. Her native city was Pawtucket. R. l. She was born August 4. 1851, the daughter of James NJ. and Alice (Rol- linson) Little When an infant, her parents moved to Willimantic, where most of her life was spent December 2S, 1877. at Columbia, she was united in marriage with Charles N. Daniels, brook, Canada. Two children were born to them, Nelson A. of this city and Grace of SouthbridSe, Mass. When her husband was appointed United States consul at Sheffield, England, she took a keen interest in his official ser vices and was model hostess at the social functions at the official home of this countrys consul at Sheffield. After Judge Daniels was transferred to Sherbrooke, Canada Mrs, Daniels health became impaired and she re- turned to the United States to visit her children. and It was al the home of her daughter in Southbridge that she was stricken with the illness that proved fatal Besides her husband and two children. she is survived by a brother and sister ThoS NJ Little and Mrs. William P. Jordan, both of Will 1in7an
Norwich bulletin., 1913-03-24
his eye that it required nine stitches to
Guest. and Travellers.

his eye that it required nine stitches to close.
 Guests and Travellers.
 Attorney Michael D. O'Connell of Stafford Springs was at his home on Pleasant street over Sunday.
 Michael Murphy Of Beacon Falls was the guest of friends in town Good Friday.
 Middlebury tvt.) college, is with his parents during the Easter vacation.
 MT. and Mrs. William E. Baker and son of New Britain were guests of MT.
 Family Lost All
 The old Shea place on Willimantic avenue, owned by P. King, was burned to the ground Friday morning at 1.30 o'clock. No alarm was given. The
 Union Fast Day Services.
 Union Fast Day services were held in the Congregational chapel Friday afternoon at o'clock. and were con- ducted by Rev. H. A. Blake and Rev E. D. Remington.
 Briefs and Personals.
 Harry Blacker left Friday to spend the Easter vacation with his parents in Leffngwell-
 Charles Bailey and Daniel w. Will Hams of. New Britain were a their 
 Miss Ethel Lewis, teacher of grade four in the Academy left Friday for her home, in Norwich, for the vaca ton. < Wooster lodge, No. 10, F. and A NJ, held 8 meeting in Masonic hill Friday evening.
 G. O. Hall and NJ. J. Porter were in New York Friday.
 James Randall of Goshen was a Col chester visitor Friday.
 TaftvilIe Visitors Defeated.
 There was a good attendance at the exhib and basketball game in Tip Top hall Friday evening, under the auspices of the Boys club. The bas- ketbal1 game was between the Boys club team and the Taftville Speed Bows The Boys club were victors by the score of 40 to 12. The exhibition consisted of dumbbell exercises, club swinging, drills and formations. Man ager NJ D. Wood gave an exhibition of club swinging with electric clubs, and was excellent.
 Miss Lillie McDermott left Friday for Hartford where she will be the guest of relatives during the Easter vacation.
 Paris omnibuses will shortly adopt
Norwich bulletin., 1913-03-24
FUN RAJ,
Mrs. Cora M. Whitehouse.

The funerai of Mrs. Cora M White house was held Sunday afternoon at the North Windham church. Rev E. P Aver. pastor of the Mansfield Center Congregational church, officiating The burial, in charge of Undertaken H. N Fenn of this city, was in the Bedlam cemetery at Chaplin. Mrs. Whitehouse is survived by her parents. Orlando and Catherine (Abbottl) Hall of Scot land: her husband. Stowen White house. and four children. Alice 13,- Jen- nie, II, Raymond, 6. and a five days old infant son: also two brothers, Frank and Arthur Hall of Chaplin.
 Mrs. Alfred Free.
 There is local interest in the death
Norwich bulletin., 1913-03-24
Handkerchief Shower.

Miss Ruth Taylor was the hostess at a handkerchief shower at her home on Church street. Saturday afternoon. The pleasant affair was attended by 16 young ladies. and was in honor of Miss Alice Everest, who is to be married this evening. The decorations of the dining room, where a delicate buffet lunch was served, were in pink. and the bride elect was presented a hand some bouquet of sweet peas, to which were attached shower of handker- chiefs. Whist was enjoyed and con- gratulationuS and good wishes were extended to Miss Everest. Miss Fay Tor is to be the maid of honor tt the wedding.
Norwich bulletin., 1913-03-24
OCCUM AND VERSAILLES
Methodist Aid Society Mests-Fire- mems cemnittsss-New Road to Sprasue Town Line.

4 meeting of the Ladies' Aid so- ciety held in the yestry of the Yer sailles NJ. E. church on Wednesday afternoon was well attended. The en- tertaining committee for the afternoon consisted of Mrs. Charles Boyens. Mrs. c. W. Perkins, Mrs. William Kinder. Miss Marion Allen. new range has recently been installed in the vestry for the ladies' use.
 At a recent meeting of the Totokett Hose company the following commit tee was appointed to arrange for a. benefit fair: Messrs. Kinder, Mitchell, Fflligar Preaxy. Hill, Colburn, Mossey and Tefflif. Never, has a committee received stronger backing not only from residents of the village but from villages of Oceum and Versailles.
 Outing for Station Agent.
 F. Levasseu, station aganet at Yer sailles. Mrs. Levasseu and Mrs. Peter Duauette. are guests of friends Canadian soil. C. H. Francisco of Providence is acting station agent dur ing the absence of Mir Levasseu.
 The Occum school closed at noon Thursday for the Easter vacation.
 Work on the foundation for a ve- randa to be added to the Totokett Hose company's quarters has begun. The veranda will be placed on three sides of the building.
 The building of the new road be- tween this village and the Sprague town line is welcomed by all.
 Library Ready for Use.
 The library committee recently ap- pointed by the Versailles Nj. E. church consisting of Mrs. c. W. Perkins and Miss Cora L. Tarbox, has met with ready for the use of the S. S. mem hers
Norwich bulletin., 1913-03-24
Exonerated Clinton Rood.

Clinton Rood was found not gnuilty of charge of recklessly driving an au- tomobile by Judge Arnold of the police court Saturday. In an ably written opinion Judge Arnold stated that MT. Rood was in no way responsible for the accident last December, in which two boys were injured. the state dis missing two counts of the complaint. The court believed that MT. Rood was justified in running his automobile at a more than ordinary rate of speed in taking one of the injured boys to the hospital.
Norwich bulletin., 1913-03-24

Mass. on the 18th inst, not only be- of Mrs. Alfred Free, at Winehenden, cause the deceased was well known in this city, but also for the reason that her husband is brother of Rev S. R. Free, former pastor of the Will lirnantic Congregational church.
 Mrs. Harriet R. EecIeston.
 Mrs Harriet R. Eecleston died at the henne of her son. H. o. Eccfeston, South Windham, Friday, from inf1uen- za at the age of z5. Mrs. Eeeleston was native of Griswold and was the daughter of Clark Cock and Sally (kinney) Cook.
Norwich bulletin., 1913-03-24
Easter at the Catholic Churches.

At St. Joseph's and St. Mary S churches there were special Easter music and sermons at the different masses. At St. Joseph's church the music by the choir was finely rem dered under direction of Mrs E.. R. PorteIance, organist. The soloists were Miss Katherine Kennedy, Mrs. John A Doyle, Mrs. Henry Mathieu, Messrs
 Terence NIcShea, William \. Costello. Harry Tobin. James J. Tighe and Frank McClary. At the 9.15 mass there was special music by the junior choir. At night there was solemn yes pers with special music by the senior
Norwich bulletin., 1913-03-24
Parents Day Exercises.

F. W. oYapp. supervisor of schools, was present at the parents day exer- cises at the Mansfield Center school, in charge of Miss Florence Olin, last evening. The excellent work of the pupils under the capable instruction of Miss Olin was very sat isfactory. A. M. Buchanan and G. IT. Allen of the school board made re- ma fks.
Norwich bulletin., 1913-03-24
To Be Bride Of Boston Man,

The notable social event of this evening is the marriage of Miss Alice, daughter of MT. and Mrs. A. C. Everest of Oak street, to !. Frank Hayward of Boston, the wedding to take place at the COnsregatio church Rev. W. $. Beard, the pastor, officiating
Norwich bulletin., 1913-03-24
First snirituaIist Society.

The. First Spiritualist society held services Sunday morning and evening at the Woman's club rooms. We'll man C. Whitney, of Springfield. Mass. was the speaker and message bearer. C. Howard AIillerd sang with Miss Mabene Taft accompanist.
Norwich bulletin., 1913-03-24
House Burned at Colchester.

The house of T. Knez of Colchester was destroyed by fire Friday night be- cause of defective chimney. There wah $500 insurance on the house and $500 on the furniture.
Norwich bulletin., 1913-03-24
Library Ready for Use.
COLCHESTER
Village Improvement Society Accom- pIishes Much for Beauty and sanita- tion-Shea House Burned-FaneiIy Saves Every thing.

The Village Improvement society, or ganized Sept 12. 1912, has 13s mem bers. It has placed wire baskets for refuse in public places. has issued q printed circular suggesting improve ments. complained to the health officer of things offensive. secured the ap- pointrnent of two officers of Connec- ticut Humane society, set on foot the bettering of some sidewalk appealed for improvements at the railroad sta tion. urged provision for pupils who bring lunches. brought about the sup pressioh of some disturbances at night made efforts to secure adequate rail ings on bridges and a better watering trough. done something to reduce the evil of straying cattle in the streets and effected other things. The society is soon to have a bulletin board in a. central place and plans to encourage a general cleaning up of lawns and lots with the opening of spring. Following are the officers of the society: Presi- dent. Hamilton WaIHs: vice presidents, Mrs, Elizabeth Bigeiow and Mrs. D. W. Flakes; secretary. Rev. Henry A. sn,tine aKe caronsa.ss asoya. Ha;,t eors; ,s sx Rev. Henry A. Blake, J. 4. OConnein Rev. David R. O'Donnel1, Rev. B, D. Remington. Miss Elizabeth RigeIaw Mrs. Dwight W. flakes, Mrs, John R. Bacl1us. Mrs. Abraham Elgart Miss Nora Kelley. Mrs. Henry Bailey, Mrs James s. Case.
 Easter Service
 Al the Baptist church Easter Sunday the pastor, Rev E. D. Remingte en; tealz as the subject of his morning dis course Proofs of the Resurre6 tian, and at the evening service The Resurrec- tioH Story.
 Esy Badly Cut.
 taAdstl Sherman. son Of Mir. and Mrs Edwin R. Sherman, met with & painful accident while at school on Chestnut Hill Thursday. Men were at work near the seheolheuse cutting witchhazei brush and, seing to their dinner left their axes. The hays took the axes and thought they we uid help out The Sherman hoy was hit in the face with an axe. cutting gash under
Norwich bulletin., 1913-03-24

CaeeeIanders are raising funds to provide 2 permanent home for the Catherine Horstman training home for glrls.
Norwich bulletin., 1913-03-24
Laconics.

Harold Smith has been entertaining Alfred Eaton of Windham Center.
 Frederic M. infant son of Mir. and Mrs. F. ]. Hills, 11s2 Main street, died Saturday afternoon.
 John Soedik, infant son of Mir. and Mrs. Andrew Soedik, 50 Brick row, died from pneumonia Saturday.
 J. c. Barstow attended meeting of the members of the State Central committee of the Progressive party from this senatorial district at New London Saturday.
 Mrs. J. S. Macfarlans entertained the Ladies Whist club at Mansfield Center, Friday afternoon, a dainty luncheon being feature of the hos tess hospifalfty.
 Frederic Lester 4 musical director of NurW ich, came to WtIlifnsntic F'fi- day evening To hear the rendition of the canIlta GIiVer to Calvary. at the CohgFesa ttonal church.
 Decorator Donahue has completed the decorations of the town nall for the k. of C. Easter ball. The color design is pink and white with d pro- fusion of colored lights.
Norwich bulletin., 1913-03-24

TO CURE A COLD IN ONE DAY
 Take LAXATIVE PROMO Ouinine Tablets. Druggists refund money if it fails to cure F. w. GROVES signature is on each box. 25c
Norwich bulletin., 1913-03-24
WIILIMANTIC
OBITUARY.

choir including solos by several mem berS
Norwich bulletin., 1913-03-24
What Is Going on Teniaht.

Hall.
 N,Stchaug Lodge No. 22. K. of P.
Norwich bulletin., 1913-03-24

Paris omnibuses will shortly adopt electric power.
Norwich bulletin., 1913-03-24
Stories to read aloud at home
What to wear at home
 and elsewhere

All the delightful new spring fashions for inc young married woman. the business woman and the woman who likes society, you'll find ID the April Wornan's Home Companion. Twenty pages of the new spring That's and waists. fabrics and trimmings-designedif your every need at home. in business. and for evening wear. 1Ec A complete fashion magazine for 4O
Norwich bulletin., 1913-03-24

Harold Smith has been entertaining Alfred Eaton of Windham Center.
Norwich bulletin., 1913-03-24

John Soedik, infant son of MT. and Mrs. Andrew Soedik, 50 Brick row, died from pneumonia Saturday.
Norwich bulletin., 1913-03-24
We furnish the plans

A we'll known architect has drawn plans, correct in every detail for big and for little house. These plans wiI save you an immense amount of pre- lnainary bother. Fascinating designs for gardens. lawns. drveways and walks are included. together with beautiful sketches of the houses in charming eoiofs.
 Hyou have longed for bungalow. here are three of the coziest. homest little bungalows that you ever saw Inexpensive but wonderfully attractive. You will find the practical plans n the 4 rc April Woman's Home Companion for O
Weekly independent. [volume] (Elko, Nev.) 1887-1914, 1913-08-15

the programme on entertainment
is turning things upside down in
an effort to get the the hest talent
in the entire west. He sent To
California yesterday for two of
the oest riders in the west. One
of them being the lady rider
who is said to be champion Of the
world aud who captured first prize
at Salt Lake. He has secured the
Indian Killer" the widest, tough
est and meanest horse in captivity.
This horse fights with teeth and
hoofs and is a perfect demon in
horse flesh. He has never been
conquered and probably never will
be until he is killed. There are
over fifty horses here now in readi.
ness for the greatest exhibition
ever seen in Nevada. A large mum.
Der OF riders are already beginning
to arrive and soon Elko streets will
belined with expert riders and ropers
from the Pacific to the Mississippi
river, and from Mexico to Cana
da, both countries from which the
most daring and daredevil riders
are soon to be in our midst
Weekly independent. [volume] (Elko, Nev.) 1887-1914, 1913-08-15
To be held at Elko Nevada
Sept. 1st, to 3rd, inclusive
A perfect Panorama
of The West
The Time and Place Where
Karnival Holds Full Sway
and Kowboy is5King
and Kowgirlis the
Reigning Queen

Labor Day September 1st, 1918
and two days following premises
to be the most eventful ones in the
history of Nevada. Incompatible
Elko, the "Eldorado of the West"
is to be the host of all Nevada
and as much mure of the United
States as may be within her gates
on this suspicious occasion. This
is typical western entertainment
given by the west. in the west, for
the west. Elko, noted for her grac-
ious hospitality bids you welcome
Her latch string is on the outside
and the freedom of the city is
yours for three long joyful days.
Join us in paying homage to
the kings and queens of the west.
Be one of US and turn yourselves
loose in one wild fusilade of fun
and frolic.
This is the time and place when
Karnival holds full sway and kow-
boy is king and kowgirl reigns su-
preme. We bid you welcome and
cordially invite you to celebrate
with us.
Mr. Garcia who has charge of
Weekly independent. [volume] (Elko, Nev.) 1887-1914, 1913-08-15
Mrs G F Williams and son spent
. portion Of last week in Salt Lake
with relatives from California.

MRS " Wllnams and son spent
. portion Of last week in Salt Lake
with relatives from California.
Wednesday afternoon. Mrs C H
Roche gave delightful, birthday
party in honor of her little
daughter Laury. All the children
was present and glorious time
was reported.
Mr. and Mrs Hans jacobson and
children who have been in Ogden
for several days returned home
Tuesday night on No. Five.
On Tuesday evening the Railroad
Club was the scene of very de-
lightful dancing party. The lawn
was brightly lighted by festoons of
japanese lanterns where ice cream
and cake were served. There was
a large crowd in attendance and
all declare that Manager Williams
and wife are royal entertainers and
hope they will soon give another
party.
Mr. j H Stephen went to Salt
Lake Sunday to spend a few days
Mr. c Williams came down from
Buel Wednesday, He brought in
some very fine potatoes from his
ranch
Miss Margaret Berry came up
from Tacoma on No Wednesday
and went back on No 4 the same
day
Mr. Drown, the deputy assessor
spent Wednesday in town
Miss Bertha Zbinden arrived
from Wells Tuesday.
Mr. Mitchell and Clarence De
Lamare departed for Roundtop
Sunday.
DR. Meyers left for Roundtor
Tuesday afternoon.
Weekly independent. [volume] (Elko, Nev.) 1887-1914, 1913-08-15
JAMES SCRANTON WEOS

James Scranton and May Jewett
both Of Elko were married last
night by Justice of the Peace II U
Castle. Mr. and Mrs Scranton are
well known here and will make
their home in Elko where a host of
friends wish them well.
Weekly independent. [volume] (Elko, Nev.) 1887-1914, 1913-08-15

l. II Riddle, Tom Cunningham
and Fred Barnette of Kansas City
had business in Elko today.