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Norwich bulletin., 1913-05-26
MYSTIC
Mother of Mrs. Welcome E. Bates Dead District Superintendent Breaches at Memorial Services First Quarterly Conference = Social Affairs,


 Mrs. Mary A. Hester. widow of Eli Hester died Friday at the home of her daughter, Mrs Welcome E. Bates, at the Baptist parsonage, after hVe months illness. Prayer was said at the house Saturday morning by Rev. George Fl. Miner, and the body was taken to her former home in Windsor on Saturday for funeral services and burial. Rev. and Mrs Welcome E. Bates accompanied the body.
 Union Memorial Service.
 Sunday was observed as Memorial day union service of the Baptist, Congregational and Methodist church es was held in the Methodist church, the large attendance including mem bers of the Williams post c. A. R., Williams Relief corps, A. c. Latham camp, s. of V, and Phebe Packer Rathbun tent, D. of V. Rev. George C.. Scrivener, district superintendent of the Norwich district of the Methodist churches, preached sermon to the soldiers The choir rendered special music, Miss Dorothy Purdy singing a beautiful solo.
 Quarterly Conference.
 The first quarterly conference of the Methodist Episcopal church was held Saturday eyennig in the church par trict superintendent. The reports of the pastor, Rev. c. T. Hatch, and the officers of the church found the church in good standing.
 Birthday Party.
 Miss Elizabeth Pendleton, daughter of Mir. and Mrs. Morris Pendleton, gave a birthday party Saturday after noon at her home on Grove street to about 20 little friends. The children played games and at 5 o'clock supper was served. The guests left some beautiful gifts for their young hostess.
 Six Tables of Whist.
 MT. and Mrs. Percy Morgan enter tained at whist at their home on Greenmanville avenue Thursday even ing. Six tables were played, the high est scores being made by Mrs. Frank N. Gillf1lan and S. Arthur Boylen. Refreshments were served.
 Conferred Third Degree.
 At the meeting of Mystic encamp- ment, l. o. o. F.. Friday evening a large class of candidates was given the third degree. Visitors were pres ent from Westerly and New London. A chowder was served and a smoke talk enjoyed.
 Heard and Seen.
 Harry Douglas of Putnam spent Sunday with his mother, Mrs. Lydia Douglas.
 Walter Patterson and Roscoe Bur rows of New York spent Sunday with their families at the home of MT. and Mrs. Hugh Barr Capt Mark Gilbert is passing sev- eral days with his family on Main street.
 Frank N Gillfillan of New Britain spent Sunday with his family on East Main street
 Miss Lora N Congdon has returned from a visit in Jersey City. Miss Edna Chapman has returned from a visit in New Britain. Edward Schof1eld of Waterbury spent Sunday with his father, E. A, Schofield.
 Claude GiIfllan has returned to Barnet, Vt. after few days stay in town.
 Walter J Shea has returned from Boston.
 Rev. A. F. Earnshaw occupied the pulpit of the Union Baptist church Sunday evening in the absence of the pastor Rev. Welcome k. Bates William Babcock of Boston spent | Sunday in the village.
Norwich bulletin., 1913-05-26
OBITUARY.
Frank E. Beach,

Willimantic friends have learned with keen regret of the death of Frank Ensign Beach at Bridgeport Friday. Mr. Beach was for some time the edt- tor of the lWillimantic Journal and in his professional career and social re- lationships in this city he made many friends. Mir. Beach was for 14 years associate editor of the Bridgeport Standard. He was born in Naugatuck, Sept, 21. 184S and the family soon afterward moved to Litchf1eld He be- gan newspaper work on the Litchf1eld Enquirer when IS years old. Later he went with the Waterbury Republican. Then he bought and edited paper in Stockbridge, Mass. Selling this out after few years. he worked in Great Harrington, then on the Ansonia Sen tinel, and later was an editor of the Bridgeport Telegram before finally go- ing with the Standard, He is survived by his wife.
Norwich bulletin., 1913-05-26
SOCIETIES IN PROCESSION
Led Parishioners in Comnemoratins
 Feast of Corpus Christi.

The solemnity of Corpus Christi was celebrated Sunday afternoon by the parishioners of St. Mary's church. The several societies assembled in the church at about 2.45, together with the remainder of the conEregation. Here Yespers was celebrated by Father U. O. Bellerose, the pastor. and were sung by the young ladies of the Academy of the Holy Family. After vespers tho procession formed and issuing from the church marched up the church hill headed by St. Jean's band to the old with barred heads and the rosary were recited by the societies, who were headed by beautiful banners. The blessed sacrament was carried by Fa- ther Bellerose under a canopy borne by four men. When the procession reached the old church the people knelt while benediction was given by Father Bellerose for the last time in the old edif1ce. The singing was by the two choirs in unison. After this last ser vice in the old church the procession moved slowly out and marched through the convent grounds down to the yard In the rear of the building. Here 8 beautiful altar had been erected by the Sisters of Charity. Flowers adorned the altar and four little girls repre- scented angels Benedicttion was again given by Father Bellerose and there was singing by the mixed choir. Af- ter this the line of march was resumed and the people filed into the new church. where the beautiful eerem onies came t6 close with benedietion by Father Belleaese. The young ladies of the academy sang in fine voice, Father GeHeau kept the procession in good ePder throughout the ceremonies,
 Carnival Largely Attended.
 Tine second night ef the May carni- val fer the benefit of St. Mary $ church was a great success. A large crowd was in attendance and dancing
Norwich bulletin., 1913-05-26
CHIEF MARsHAL's ORDERS
Issued Saturday for Observance ef
 Memorial Day.


 Following are the orders issued Sat urday by Chief Marshal Frank P. Fenton for Memorial day: Headquarters of the Marshal for Me-
 morial Day Parade.
 Willinlantic. May 24, 1913. The parade for Memorial day, May 30, 1913. will assemble on High street, between Main and Valley streets, at 2.45 D. m. on said day. to march to the Willimantic cemetery, there to dec- crate the graves of the soldier dead. Formation will be as follows: Platoon of Police. Chief E. H. Rich mOnd.
 Marshal and Staff
 Wheelers American Band. Company l.. First Infantry, c. N. G, Captain Elmer E. Carpenter. Guard FlorimOnd, Captain Theodore Morrissette.
 Boy Scouts
 Patrol A. Theodore Baker Leader. Patrol B, William Emerson Leader. Sons of Veterans, Commander Rob. ert Fenton.
 Spanish War Veterans, Commander Frank Teevans.
 F. s. Long Post. No 30. G. A. R., Commander Buckingham.
 Floral Carriages. w R. C.. School Children and Citizens.
 The band will report at the state armory, Pleasant street. at 2.30 p. m., to escort Company l. and the Spanish War Veterans from their quarters to the place of assembly. Guard Flori- mond will join the line of march at the junction of Union and Main streets. The Boy Scouts will join at Walnut street
 All patriotic citizens should display
Norwich bulletin., 1913-05-26
PUTNAM
Graves of Revolutionary Soldiers. Memorial Sunday Service-Big Crowds at Circus-Death of Darius N. Adams

Mrs. F. M. Brunn and her son, of Brooklyn, N. Y. are guests of Mrs. Charlotte Champlin and family of Bradley street.
 Dr. J. B. Kent has returned from brief stay with. his son, Dr. J. M. Kent and family in New York.
 Mrs. Meinken and Miss Meinken of Brooklyn, N. Y, are visiting MT. and Mrs. H. c. Meinken of Fremont street.
 Miss Phoebe Beard of Shelton has been the guest of Mrs. W. L. Beard of Grove street.
 Many teachers in this vicinity will miss the advantage of attending the summer school at Danbury as it has been voted to omit the summer ses- sion this year. However, plans are being made for session in 1914.
 Decorated Soldiers Graves.
 Two automobiles conveyed members of Elizabeth Porter Putnam chapter, D. A. R.. Friday, to Woodstock where the graves of Revolutionary soldiers were marked and decorated. The cemetery at East Woodstock was wis ited first after which the ladies were entertained by Mrs. May, who served them light refreshments. At the Woodstock Hill cemetery the graves were decorated with flags and wreaths Woodstock. The D. A. R. ritual was used, which was conducted by the regent. Mrs. G. A. Vaughan and the chaplain, Mrs. F. D. Sargent.
 Miss Ruth Child is spending sev- eral months in Hartford.
 Heard Patriotic Sermon.
 The patriotic societies of the city of Veterans the Woman's Relief corps, the Ladies of the Grand Army and the members of the grange. attended the morning service in St. Philips church Sunday. Rev. MT. Hartman delivered the sermon.
 Bible Institute.
 A Bible institute is to be held in the Baptist church Wednesday af- ternoon. June A.
 Mrs. Ida Bard, Miss E. c. Bowen and Miss Lottie Diamond had charge of a very enjoyable society session held in the assembly room of the Bap- tist church Friday evening.
 A thimble party in connection with missionary meeting was held at the Methodist parsonage Friday after noon.
 The Prophecy of the Book was the topic of Rev. Mir. Stones sermon at the morning service in the Adventist church Sunday morning. At the eve ming service The Beginning of the Gospel was the topic MT. Stone talked upon.
 Crowds Attend Circus.
 Downie and Wheeler's circus was the attraction at Tatem's lot Satur- day. In spite of the dreary weather the usual circus crowd f1ocked over Grove street. beginning early Satur- day morning and continuing long after the concert was concluded in the eve ming
 Among the attractions were the Or tona Family, marvellous high wire ex- perts; the La Reynarde Troupe, sen sational European cycIist: famous mu- sical elephants; the Bonniers, aerial marvels; Dances and military horses and others. A street parade at noon advertised the circus. Attended Funeral.
 J. B. Lizotte of Woonsocket, R. was in Putnam, Conn, to attend the funeral of his brother, Joseph Lizotte | He was accompanied by his daughter Dora, Ephrem Lizotte and MT. and l Mrs. Felix Larochelle.
Norwich bulletin., 1913-05-26
. HEaaanaBanassnanuun Ea as asa

Generalissimo Frank A. Redwood, |, Captain General George E. Hinman, Prelate George E. Wilcox, Senior War den Fred c. Tilden, Junior Warden Charles L. CrandaU
 Rev. w. s. Beard preached an elo- quent and able sermon on The Mes sage of Life. finding the basis of his thought in the character of St. John, the beloved disciple of Christ Only as the lives of men are founded on the principles of friendship inspired by unselfish love, said the preacher, can the issues Of personal or national life be successfully solved.
 It is not unlikely this first Knights Templar service will be repeated an nuallS.
Norwich bulletin., 1913-05-26
Mrs. Melvin E. Eiaher.

Mrs. Melvin E.. Fisher.
 Mrs. Amy (Chaffee) Fisher, wife of Melvin B. Fisher, died at their home on Hutchins street Saturday morning at 9.30. Mrs. Fisher had been i'll for about four years and her condition has been critical for the past five months.
 Mrs. Fisher was born in North Woodstock July 4. 1S47. the daughter of MT. and Mrs. Leonard Chaffee. Her marriage with MT Fisher took place in Danielson June 22 1870. Rev. s. F. Leader, then pastor of the Methodist church here, officiating.
 During all of the years since that time, with the exception of a few months in Worcester, Mrs. Fisher has made her home in Danielson and with her husband was one of the very few in Danfel6on who could claim such a long residence here. Mrs. Fisher was a woman of many beautiful character 1stics and her death is deeply felt by all who knew her. She is survived by her husband, one daughter, Grace Emily, who lives at home; by a sis ter, Mrs. George w. Bartlett Hart ford, and by brother, John w. Chaf fee. Charlton. Mass.
 At Shore Cottage.
 Rev. c. H. Barber of Danielson has spent the past week at his Kelsey point cottage
Norwich bulletin., 1913-05-26
Baptist Church Appointments.

The following have been appointed by the Prudential committee of the First Baptist church: Ushers: s. B. Doolittle. Winfield Andrews, w N. Potter, George Andrews, Frank Hoxie. Henry Fryer, George Bowen. J. Carl ton Tatem, Morris Golden. Charles Merrif1eld. Collectors: Frank Pendle- ton, Russell Andrews, Raymond Young, Charles Potter, Harry Reed, Arthur Andrews, Harry Tatem. Howard Bow en. The Baptist calendar of Sunday has this reference to the preacher at yesterdays morning service and to the absence of Rev. w. F. Rowley, the pas tor: Welcome today to Rev. Walter V. Gray. friend of other days with a message from the Christ who is the same yesterday. today and forever Away in Detroit the pastor today is remembering in prayer both preacher and people. May Heavens blessing descend upon you all and Gods, power be multipIiedi'
Norwich bulletin., 1913-05-26
OBITUARY.
Darius N. Adams.

Darius N Adams, retired business man, 70 years of age. died suddenly Friday night shortly after midnight, said Saturdays Providence Tribune. In the early evening MT. Adams was about his poultry yard on Pawtucket avenue, East Providence, near the Vanity Fair grounds in conversation with neighbor. and complained of not feeling we'll the last few days. Af- ter retiring later his wife was awak- ened by heavy breathing. and notified Dr. T. c. Haskall of Riverside. who found him in coma, and he did not regain consciousness.
 Darius N. Adams was a Connect icut resident until about 25 years old when he entered the grocery business In Providence. Fifteen years ago he bought tract of land With a house fronting on Pawtucket avenue and spent most of his time raising vege- tables for his own use. He joined a Connecticut regiment at the time of the Civil war. He leaves a widow and a daughter. He was a regular at tendant of the Riverside Congrega- tional church.
 The body will be taken to Putnam for burial
Norwich bulletin., 1913-05-26
BALTIC
Successful Entertainment by N. @. C. Club for Excursion Fund-Corpus Christi Procession of St. Mary's Parishioners.

A very successful entertainment was given by the young ladies of the N. G. c. club and friends in Sprague hall Friday evening. A large crowd was in attendance and thoroughly enjoyed the pleasing drama in three acts. The Elopement of Ellen. which was finely presented by the company. Each member showed dramatic talent, all showing the careful direction of Miss Ruby Erickson, assisted by friends. The stage was attractively decorated with laurel wild flowers and small birch trees. Chinese lanterns lent d softly colored glow to the surround ings. The entertainment was given for the benefit of the Sunday school excursion of the M. E. church the com- ing summer. Miss Anna Drecher's or chestra furnished excellent music dur ing the entertainment. Between the acts ice cream was served to the audi ence. The club officers ere: Miss Ruby Erickson, president; Miss Athol Cui len, vice president Miss Gunwald Swanson, secretary; Miss Louise Drescher, treasurer.
 Matters Talked About.
 Mrs. Hugh Miller is spending few days in New Haven visiting frienus.
 Harvey A. Gaucher. who has been visiting in Providence for several days. has returned.
 Mrs. Mary Beckwfth of New Lon- don spent Thursday and Friday visit ing her father Louis St. Onge.
 A number of beautiful geraniums have been planted on the front lawn of St. Mary's church.
 Mrs Albert Baker of New London spent a few days recently as the guest of Mir. and Mrs. James P. Brown of High street.
 Close of Iridium.
 A iridium in honor of the blessed sacrament which opened in St. Mary s church Friday morning ended with a procession Sunday afternoon.
Norwich bulletin., 1913-05-26


 The work of making Improvements In the highway at the corner of Cut Ter and Elm streets was begun Fri day under the direction of Warden CrandalI. A carload of trap rock ar rived at the freight yards Friday and is being used in this section and in other places within the borough linn it's where highway repairs are needed. The Groton and Stonington Trolley Co has raised the tracks at the curve at Cutler street corner and when re- pairs there are completed there will be less liability. of accidents there
 AS yet nothing has been done about oiling the borough streets.
 Game Postponed.
 The baseball schedule of the Ston- ington high school nine was interfered with by the wet weather Friday and Saturday and the grounds were in too bad condition for the game that was scheduled with the Bulkeley high school nine of New London. It has been arranged to play the game Mon day, June 2.
 Whist for Parish Benefit.
 The fifth of the series of whists un- der the auspices of the Children of Mary, and the Holy Name society was held Friday evening in borough hall and was largely attended. The pro  church. Following the cards danc- ing was enjoyed.
 Sent to New York.
 May Marks. the woman concerned in the barge row on the water front the other night. has been sent to New York She had no money of her own and rather than keep her a s town charge, the town sent the woman tc friends in New York.
 Paid $s4 for Unsanitary Premises.
 The continued case of Martin Bab- cock came up in the town court Sat- urday morning and was ended by the defendant pleading guilty to keeping his premises in such a condition as tC be a nuisance to the neighborhood The attention of Dr. c. F. Congdon town health officer, was called to the place before any action resulted anC Babcocks continued refusal to make improvements led to his arrest. H. was fined $10 and costs amounting tC $34.e3, which he paid He was rep resented by Attorney Herbert w Rathbun.
 Report of Mems Club Treasurer.
 The report of Henry A. Pendleton treasurer. in account with the Ston ington Mems club is as follows: Receipts IA. 1912, balance or hand $33.6S: dues received from mem bers, $134 Total $1676S
 Expenditures-Ston Publish ing Co.,, printing. S1450; Est. Charle E. Brayton hall rent $22; c. B. Gran dall, committee entertainment, S3702 James H. Stivers, executive committee expenses of speakers, $19.93; c. H Cowan. entertainment at Borough hall s27.45; May 22, 1913. cash on hant S46.78 Total, s1676S.
 Memorial Sunday Observance. There was a Memorial day servic at the Second Congregational churcl Sunday morning. The Rev. Dwight c Stone the pastor. preached a sermon to the members of J. F. Trumbull post No. S2, G. A. R.. and J. F. Trum bull w R. C.. No. 34, who attendet i in a body.
Norwich bulletin., 1913-05-26
FUNERAL.
Charles A. Hyde.

At his home on Winter street at 1.30 Sunday afternoon funeral services for Charles A. Hyde were held. Rev. Clar- ence H. Barber was the officiating cler- gyman. The service was attended in a body by members of Moriah lodge, No Is. A. F. and A. M. of which the deceased had been a member since 1878, by borough officials and promi- nent citizens. Burial was in Westf1eld cemetery. At the grave the rftualistic service of the Masonic order was con- ducted by Ebert l.. Darbie, acting master, and Charles s. Bill, chaplain. The bearers were Judge Harry E. Back, A. P Woodward. Edward s. Craig and c. s. Blackmar members of MOriah lodge.
Norwich bulletin., 1913-05-26
PATRIOTIC ORGANIZATIONS.
Attended Meeting of SpirituaIst So- ciety and Heard Mrs. May S. Van derbiIt.

The service of the First Spiritualist society at Loomer Opera house Sun day forenoon was largely attended and was of special interest. Francis s. Long post, G. A. R., and McGregor w. R. C.. at the society's invitation attended in a body. The speaker and message bearer was Mrs. Mary s. Vanderbilt, of Brooklyn, N Y, whose address was specially suitable to Me morial day She. was heard with much interest by the visiting organizations and the audience. c. Howard Mill lard sang two solos and Miss Ma belle Taft presided at the piano Mrs Vanderoile is an officer of the w. R. c. and the Womans auxiliary to the G. A. R.
Norwich bulletin., 1913-05-26
FUNERALS.
Mrs. ArqeIina Viersa

Mre- Ar9eilna versa
 The funeral of Mrs. Angelina Viersa was held Saturday morning at St. Mary's church, requiem mass being celebrated by the pastor, Rev. J. c. Lynch. Burial was in St. Mary's cem- etery.
 Mrs. Frank Joseph.
 The funeral of Mrs. Narciza Joseph, widow of Frank Joseph. was held Fri day morning at St. Mary's church with requiem high mass celebrated by the Rev. J. c. Lynch. The services were attended by a large number of friends and relatives from the borough and from Norwich, New London. Will- mantle, Providence, New Bedford and Attleboro, Mass. Burial was in St Mary's cemetery. The bearers were Frank Bryer, Matthew Amoral, Mich olas B. King. Antone Andrews, Man
Norwich bulletin., 1913-05-26
THE MESSAGE OF LIFE
Theme of Rev. w. S. Boards Sermon to St john's Comn7andery, K. T.

St Johns counmandery. No, II. K. T. attended morning service at the First Congregational church in a body Sunday at the invitation of the pastor. Rev w s Beard 4 very large con Eregation was in attendance and be- sides fine special musical pro- Sramme under the leadership of Direc- tor Caswen. the pulpit was decorated with flowers the Stars and Stripes and the commanders large banner. Grand Commander Of the State Command cries Arthur D. Chahee and the follow ing officers of St Johns commandery headed the procession of 39 Knights TenUlar as the local commandery marched 10 the seats reserved for them at the front of the auditorium: Emi- nent Commander John P. Carlson,
Norwich bulletin., 1913-05-26
Negro Degenerate Not Found at Put

At the request of Chief of Police Richmond. Officer Paulhus, accompa- nied by Mary Casey. the little girl who was assaulted by negro employe of Downie & Wheeler's circus in this city last Wednesday evening. and the Casey girls aunt. visited the circus at Putnam Saturday to find and identify, if possible. the little girls assailant. They returned. however. without ind ing any clue to the colored man who made the assault.
Norwich bulletin., 1913-05-26
Preparing Defense in Lambert Case.

As the time of the Lambert murder trial approaches in this city interest increases in the legal efforts that will be made by ex-Attorney General King, who has been appointed his counsel by Judge Shumway. Attorney King has been in conference with Lambert sew eraI times at the Brooklyn jail, but has not yet decided whether or not his client will testify in his own behalf.
Norwich bulletin., 1913-05-26
OBITUARY.
Mrs. Merrill DouaIass.

Mrs. Grace Lucia, wife of Merrill Douglass, r Windham street. died Saturday morning after a months illness. Besides her husband she leaves father and mother. MT. and Mrs. A. B. Burleson, sister Mrs. Carl Picknell, and a brother. William A. Burleson. all of Willimantic.
 Industrial Missions was the topic of the Christian Endeavor service at the Congregational church, South Wind ham, Sunday and the leader was Miss Grace Lewis
Norwich bulletin., 1913-05-26
RITE OF CONFIRMATION
Administered by Bishop Brewster to
 Four Classes.

Bishop Chauncey Bunce Brewster confirmed classes in several of the Episcopal churches in eastern Wind ham county Saturday and Sunday. visiting at Brooklyn. Pomfret (both at Christ church and Pomfret school, Putnam and Danielson. At St. Albans church here at the Sunday evening service Bishop Brewster confirmed d class made up of members of this parish and St. Pauls at Plainf1eld and preached the sermon
Norwich bulletin., 1913-05-26
Post Office Orders.

Postmaster C. H. Dimmick has re- ceived an order from the post office department at Washington by which rural mail carriers will keep an ac- count of all mail collected and de- livered from the Willimantic office for week beginning Monday, Junes 2. A separate account of fourth class mat ter handled on the routes with total amount of postage for each class of mail will also be kept,