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Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1913-02-17
Reply Made Public.

. Washington, Feb. II. Presiden
Taft's reply to Madero's appeal t
withhold American intervention Ii
sent by telegraph, was mad
public by Secretary Knox today a
follows:
"From your exescIIsncy's tsIs-
gram, which reached me the 18th,
it appeared that your sxeeIisney
was somewhat misinformsd as 70
the policy Of the United States to.
ward Mexico, which. has been uni
form for two years, Or ~ 70 the
naval or other measures thus far
taken which are measures Of nat
ural prseaution. Tho ambassador
telegraphsd that when you wsro
good enough to show him your
telegram to mo no pointed out this
fact. M
"Your sxceIIsncy must therefore
bs aware that the reports which
appear to have reached you that
orders already have been given TO
land forces were inaccurate. The
ambassador, who is fully informed,
10 nevertheless again instructed to
afford you any desirable informs-
ton. Fresh assurances Of friend.
ship to Mexico are Unnecessary
after two years Of proof Of patti
ence and good will.
''In view Of the special frisnd-
ship and relations between the two
countries ! can not too strongly
impress upon your exceIleney the
vital importance Of an carly es-
aS
der which The government has 50
long hoped to see, both because
American citizens and thenr prop.
srty must he protected and re-
spected, and also because this ma
ton sympathixss deeply with tho
afflictions Of the Mexican people.
"ln reciproeating the anxiety
shown by your exeeIlsney's nnss-
sage feel Il my duty to add sin
eereIy and without reserve that the
course Of events during tho past
two years eliminating in the pres
ent most dangerous situation
creates in this country sxtrsms
pessimism and tho conviction that .
the present paramount duty 10 the
prompt relief Of tho situation.
civilian n. TAFT"
Senate Opposed to Intervention.
Senator Cullom. chairman Of the sen
tie foreign relations committee. afte
|. short talk with President Taft, dc
.lared he was still opposed to inter
,ention and that there was PRACTICAL!
10 sentiment for it in the senate.
Only one dispatch was received from
Wilson over night and VI
% 1880 this morning. This was yer!
,rief and confirmed the last news from
Mexico, saying that fighting had beer
esumed with the breaking Of Sunday!
lrmistice.
Anti.Amsriean Dsmonstrations.
Rear Admiral Southerland. com
nander Of the Pacific fieet. has gon'
With the cruiser Colorado. from Mazat
an to Manzanillo. in response to re
luest of the U. S. consul there. who
nti-American demonstfa
ions. The big ship sailed last nigh
md should have arrived early today.
Two private dispatches from Presi.
lent Madero to personal friends II
received, simply said, HI
expected definite results very soon.'
The Mexican government was unable
q shut on the official dispatches o.
he diplomatic representatives. but a!
hese are sent In cipher, considefabl.
elay is being experienced because OF
he time occupied in translation, and
he fear is expressed that many thing
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1913-02-17
Mobilize 1000 Marines.

Philadelphia. Feb. lit was re-
ported at the Philadelphia navy yarc
this afternoon that orders had beer
isued for the mobilization Of 1000 ma
rines to be drawn from the severa
naval stations of the Atlantic coast
Reticence prevails at the yard and of.
fetal confirmation could not be had.
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1913-02-17
T..R. BULLETIN
Noticeable News d Today
The Weather.

Sun rises Feb. Is at 6:5l, sets at
5:S9.
Icwn-F,air tonight with warmer IN
northeast portion, Tuesday Increasing
cloudiness.
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1913-02-17
PRESIDENT SENDS MADERo As.
suRANcEs OF FRIENDLY FEEL.
ING OF UNITED STATES.
BROAD SUGGESTION IN NOTE
SsS
THAT HosTILITIEs MUST CEASE
Hints That Conditions May Change
Unless Peace is Early Estabiishsd-
Note Sent in Reply to Madsro's Pro.
test Against Reported PIans-ssnats
Opposed to Intervention.

Washington, Feb. II. = President
Taft reply to Madero's appeal to keep
United States troops out Of Mexico
pending his further attempt to put down
the Diaz revolt Is going forward to-
day. It is practically reaffirmation
Of this governments attitude as pre-
viously expressed, coupled with a strong
warning to Madero that the United
States has right to land Its troops III
Mexico to protect Americans and other
foreigners should state of anarchy
come about or should either of the op-
posing forces fail to extend protection.
The latest phase Of the situation was
considered at cabinet meeting which
lasted until early this morning.
At its close it was announced that
the reply to Maderos appeal Of Sat
urday should go forward. Meanwhile
the army and navy continues to move
into position to do instant work.
The battleship Georgia already is at
Vera Cruz. the Virginia is at Tamptco,
both on the Atlantic side. and the big
dreadnaught cruiser South Dakota is
at acuapulco on the Pacific. The
cruiser Colorado is at MaZallian.
Meanwhile more Of the big ships are
due in Mexican waters today. The
Vermont, $4,000 ton dreadnaught. the
flagship Of Rrear Admiral Fletcher,
commanding the second division Of the
Atlantic fleet, is due at Vera Cruz
today.
The Nebraska. another $4,000 ton
dreadnaught. Is also due there. This
will make the total number of. men
of war in Mexico ports. six, bearing
approximately 5000 jackies. officers
and marines, who could be landed for
the relief Of the legations at Mexico
City. should they becone, endangered
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1913-02-17

may occur in the Mexican capital detri-
mental to the foreign residents before
the exact situation is learned by the
home YoYernment.
Norwich bulletin., 1913-10-25
LIBERTY HILL

The c. E. society held a social at the hall Friday evening.
 M. and Mrs. Everett c. Payson have returned from their wedding journey and will live in John Clarke's cottage. Hon. Charles D. Hine, secretary of the State Board of Education visited the district school Thursday and was well pleased with the school work.
 A new bookcase has been purchased and put into the church for the Sunday school library.
 A. w. Moves of Chicago visited his mother. Mrs. E. A. Moves from Fri day until Monday.
 This place was visited by a hurri- cane Monday night.
 Simeon Francis Tucker of Avon Park, Fla, is visiting friends and rel atives here
 Attended c. E. Jubilee.
 MT and Mrs. Ray Moff1t and Mrs J. George Clark attended the 25th anniversary meeting of the Willi- mantle c. E. union held in the Bap- tist church Friday afternoon and ev- ening.
 Rev. Elweu o. Mead of the Town School Board visited Liberty Hill school Wednesday.
 Miss Myra Mofit was in New Lon don Saturday.
 The young people had a dialogue rehearsal Tuesday night at the hall The mercury was 34 degrees and there was frost Wednesday morning
 Of Norwich Parentage.
 Alfred Sheffield of Worcester is the guest of his cousin, John Clarke His parents were Norwich residents.
Norwich bulletin., 1913-10-25

Mrs. Chambers and children, Ruth Floyd and Ruby arrived in town Tues day MT. Chambers will assume the passionate of the Third Baptist church next Sunday.
 Miner-Knight.
 James D. Miner and Mrs. Susan E. Knight, both of this town were mar ried by Rev. Lucian Drury at his res idence last Saturday afternoon. The bride was attired in a dark gray trav- cling suit, with hat to match. MT. and Mrs. Miner will reside at the home ot Mrs. Miner in the Latham Hill dis trict.
 Mrs. C. B. Caswell and Mrs. D. w BisseH were in Norwich Tuesday. Mrs BisseH visited Mrs. H. s. Young in Norwich Town.
 Isaac E. Gates of New York was a guest of his niece, Mrs. Lucian Drury last Saturday, and called on other friends in town.
 A number of friends of Miss Susan V. Babcock recently paid her a sur prise visit and left for her a fine read ing lamp as a souvenir.
 Charles N. Brown has moved from the Frink farm on the Norwich road to the house in the village which he bought of Mrs. William B. Hull
 Bridge Repairs.
 Repairs on the stone bridge in the center of the village are being made
Norwich bulletin., 1913-10-25

torn to ShredS. Saturday afternoon the woman was brought before Justice of the Peace John Sweeney and after an all afternoon session Justice Sweeney nolled the assault charge and imposed a fine of $1 and costs fer breach of the peace. She paid $16.39. Attorney Jehn H. Barnes appeared for the plaintiff and Thomas Shields for the defendant.
 Wednesday evening the other wom- an in the case, 1. e., the plaintiff, was made the defendant on charges made by the defendant in Saturdays case for assault and breach of the peace. She was likewise fined $1 and costs, amounting to s15.e6, which she paid. Thomas Shields appeared for the plaintiff and Judge Barnes for the defendant.
 this place and Yantic Saturday even ing Elisha Lathrop drove into an open culvert on the road near the black smith shop, which caused him to lose a few trips. During the day workmen had been engaged putting a culvert across the road at this point and left the hole open when they quit work for the day A lantern was placed near the hole, but MT. Lathrop failed road is closed yet drivers take a chance and try to pass. many times interfering with the laborers and de- laying progress.
 Miss Florence Phillips nas returned from a weeks stay in Merid2n and Bridgeport. &
 Thomas and Jeremiah Fields were in Hartford this week.
 Mrs. John McManus and daughter Miss Mary McManus, have returned from visit with relatives in Arctic,
Norwich bulletin., 1913-10-25

No. 4, has been unable to teach the past week on account of moving in her family in Waterford. Thomas Latham of Gales Ferry. who has taught more than 100 terms, is supplying for Miss Ball. It is a coincidence that Mr. La tham taught in this same schoo1house for his first term in 1858-55 years ago this fall. There are small globes in the schoolhouse now that were in use in his first term.
 Mrs. Thomas Norman and Miss Nel- lie Geer were appointed on Sunday delegates to the Sunday school conven- ton held in Norwich.
 Mir. and Mrs. Ellsworth c. Gray have taken up their residence in Danbury. where the former is em- ployed as herdsman.
 Both Bound Over.
 A hearing was held on the shooting affair of Henry Coon by his stepsen, John Watson, near Lantern Hi1l at the residence of said Coon on Tuesday afternoon, John Watson was bound over to the superior court under bonds of $20d. which were furnished by Hor ace H, Main. It was brought cut in the hearing that Henry Coon was the aggressor and he was bound over to the superior court under bonds of $2,060, which fle was unable te furnish, and he was taken to the Norwich jail, where he is ih a serious condition from th6 effSctS or nlS wound.
 Miss Laura Perkins of Gales Ferry Is the guest of Mrs. Isaac G. Geef.
 Larkhan7 Auction.
 Tine auction held Wednesday at the residence of the late Frank P, Lark ham was largely attended All the articles brought geod prices David Larkham of Providence, principal ben- eficiary of the will. and his family will occupy the homestead.
 The Christian Endeayor meeting was led Sunday evening by Raymond Kin mouth A good audience was present These meetings are proving very help ful.
 Miss Annie E. Baldwin, who has been staying the past summer at Block Island, is at home with her parents, MT. and Mrs. Christopher Baldwin.
 Charged With Sunday Shooting.
 Addison Gray of Groton. who is em- ployed by the state as game warden, arrested an Italian employed at the Breakwater company for shooting birds on Sunday and without license, for which a hearing will be held
Norwich bulletin., 1913-10-25
FRANKLIN
Ladies' Aid Society Social Nets $13-- Officers Elected CapweiI Parker Wedding.

The Ladies' Aid Society held very enjoyable social at the home of MT. and Mrs. George Avery and Miss Ella Smith, Friday evening of last week about seventy being present. Games and music were enjoyed. Cake and coffee were served. During the even ing the annual business meeting was held and the following officers were elected for the ensuing year:-Pres1- dent, Mrs. Erie Mitchell; vice. prest- dent, Mrs Charles Beckwith; secre- tary and treasurer, Miss Ella Smith ; collectors, Mrs. George Avery and Mrs. Fred Armstrong. Thirteen dol lars was netted from the social.
 MT. and Mrs. John Gager and son Harold, and Mir and Mrs. Frank An thony of Windham Road, Willimantic, were guests Sunday of Mr. and Mrs William Weaver.
 MT. and Mrs. Herbert Brown of Norwich were visitors at Beach Spring farm recently.
 $. N. Hyde was a week end guest of friends in Colchester.
 Mrs. William Weaver and Mrs, Archie Lamb were guests of Mrs. Jennie Mccall in Goshen, Tuesday. Mrs George Ladd has been visiting friends in Putnam and North Wind ham,
 MT. and Mrs Lavius Robinson en- tertained Thursday Rev. and Mrs.
  Mir. and Mrs. William Smith. Miss Faith N, Gager spent Satur- day in Greeneville, the guest of Mrs, Edgar Brown.
 Mrs. Eric Peterson of Middletown and Mrs. Ernest Grant of Boston have been recent guests of MT. and Mrs. George Avery.
 Dwight Lovett who has been em- ployed by George Avery is to move away.
 On a Hunting Trip.
 Captain Crandall of Bristol, R. l. is spending a few days with Charles Beckwith on a hunting trip.
 MT. and Mrs. B. A. Armstrong of New London were guests of Miss Ella Smith Wednesday.
 Part of Old Pine Blown Down. In Mondays wind part of the pine tree, a landmark at Pine tree corner, was blown down.
 Willis Ridgway of Baltic was a recent guest of Herbert Wheeler, Jr. Miss Eleanor Beckwith is visiting friends in Stonington.
 Mrs. Hermon Gager attended the wedding of her niece Miss Daisy Parker in New London Sunday.
 Mrs Louis Smith and Miss Ella Smith were appointed delegates to the Sunday school convention to be held in Norwich next month.
 
 Twenty seven hunters licenses have been issued tWenty-six to residents and one non resident.
 Herbert Wheeler Jr. has shot twen- ty-sfx gray squirrels.
 Capwell-- Parker.
 Miss Daisy Parker and Irwin Cap well of New London were married on Sunday afternoon, at the home of the groom's parents. MT. and Mrs. G. CapWel, B Coleman street. The ceremony was performed by the Rev. J. Babcock of New Haven in the presence of about forty relatives and friends. The brides gown was of blue silk and she carried a bouquet of tea roses. The matron of honor was Mrs Arthur Conant and the best man was Arthur COnant. There were many gifts of linen and cut glass and silver. The bride is the niece of Mrs. Hermon A. Gager, of this town. After a short wedding trip to Providence they will reside in New London where the groom is employed by the New Lon don Railway company.
Norwich bulletin., 1913-10-25
MONTVILLE
Baptist Church Actlvities-Address by Rev. pr. J. B. Socunn of Norwich.

Our Immortal Best will be the sub- ject of the sermon in the Union Bap- tist church Sunday morning, Oct. 26 at 10.45, by the pastor, Rev. George c. Chappell Christian Endeavor meeting at 630 Mrs. A. P. Mitchell and MT. Chappell will sing a duet, Down at the Saviour's Cross Evening preaching service at ' o'clock slpb- ject of the sermon, Where Is the Lord God of Elijah?
 r MT and Mrs. Ericsson will soon move te Uncasville
 Rally Services.
 Rally services in the Union Baptist church Sunday were largely attended in spite of the threatening weather The average attendance for the morn- ing preaching, the Bible school and the evening c. E. meeting was 81. One hundred and seven were present at the Bible school at 12. The pastor spoke in the morning on Gods Select Men, and at the Bible school spoke on A Good Year Past, but a Better Year Next. The topic of the Christian En- deavor was How to Make This the Best Year in Our Societys History The pastor again spoke, his subject being Pressing Forward Deacon C. s. Henry, Miss Susie M. Wood, Mrs. G. c. Chappell and Mrs. Walter Jef- fers, chairmen of the committees, told how their committees might help to make next year a better year than the last. The solo and duet were great Iy enjoyed. Miss T1snrietta Gridley gave a reading most acceptably, From Death to Life
 pr. Judson's Life and Work Described
 The Ladies Mission circle of the Baptist church held a regular meeting with Mrs. Henry Dart Friday after noon. Mrs. c. C. Chappell gave an in teresting account of pr. Adoniram Jud- sons Life and Work.
 Miss Marion Henry and Miss Carrie G. Wood, students at the Norwich Free Academy spent the week end with friends in that city
 Address by pr. socum.
 An audience of eighty appreciative listeners heard the Rev. Joel B. Slocum, D D., of Norwich, in the Union Bap- tist church Wednesday evening on Bible Study-Does It Pay? It was an inspiring address. A duet was sung by Miss Lydia Olson and Mrs. Walter Jeffers, Under His Wings Little Miss
Norwich bulletin., 1913-10-25
Windham County
SOUTH WELLINGTON
Old $8 BilI-New Bridge Being Built
 Hunters Take Out Licenses.


 Sunday it is planned to hold the Rally Day exercises of the Sunday school, commencing at quarter of three o'clock
 MT. and Mrs. Frank Safranek are visiting relatives in New York.
 Franklin c. Gurley has been honnA from Worcester for aS few days.
 Joseph Gergler of Providence, Res turned home by way of Hartford ana New York, Monday afternoon after & visit of a few days with. his brothers, Louis and Edward.
 School was resumed in this district Monday morning.
 $s Bill of 1776.
 Wm. A. James has rare piece of Coz lonial currency in the shape of an eight dollar bill issued in 1776. On the face of the bill is an engraving that takes practically all of the space and on which it is stated that it was printed by Hall and Sellers in 1776.
 The reverse reads "COntinental Cur rency," 8 dollars; This bill entities the bearer to receive eight Spanish milled dollars or the value thereof in gold or. silver, according to a resolution ot Congress, passed at-@Philadelphia, July 12, 1776.
 Gurdon Bidweu of Norwich was in town Monday on business.
 To Have New Bridge.
 u IS planned to T6pIdCoN the Olu DIlOS& near the home of Wm. o. Eldridge with an iron bridge known as the Babcock bridge which will soon be dt@DAced with the new 80 foot bridge.
 Take Out Hunters Licenses.
 Additional hunting licenses issued as follows J. Gallup Service, Chas. F. MacF'arlane. Norman B. Grtggs, Mi- chael Farra Jr. Frank Popisil, Louis c. Dimock, Worren Chase, John A. Bur- dick, Arthur H. Church, Warren E. Ayres, James Service Jr. George WestA erfield William Ladr, Lewis JacksonS Herbert Whitehouse, Medose Labonteu Louis w. Morse, Clarence Eldredge. V: James Service of Norwich spent q few days during the past week Vsit$ ing MT. and Mrs. James Service Jr. Warren Chase is visiting relatives tA Pomfret.
Norwich bulletin., 1913-10-25
NORTH FRANKLIN
Sale of Rose Lawn by It's Norwich
 Owner.

SoiC oi NOoO Lawn GJ i1S NOI WtSt
 Owner.
 Rose Lawn, the pretty country place of A. c. Simpson of Norwich has been sold. James Simpson will move tothe Olney Chappell place near the Lebanon station.
 MT. and Mrs. L. A. Browning and Mr. and Mrs A. T. Browning and Hollow Sunday.
 Mrs. Kingsley and daughter Mrs Grace PeckhaIn, were called to Nor wich Wednesday by the illness of Hen ry Kingsley.
 At Norwich Grange Meeting.
 MT and Mrs. F. A. Redwood and daughter Miss Florence, MT. and Mrs Fred H. Race and Christie Foster at- tended the Grange in Norwich Wed nesday evening.
 Mr. and Mrs Leon Ladd of Green vile are visiting the formers sister Mrs. ]. c. Mahoney. Nr and Mrs. T. l. Larlin of Green vile spent Tuesday with Mrs. A. T Browning.
 Mrs Milton Lathrop and Mrs. Jabez Lathrop of Bozrah spent Thursday with Mrs. Estella Lathrop.
 Miss Anna Armstrong was the guest of her brother, George Armstrong several days.
 Mrs Noah Webster and daughter Miss Faith of Willimantic were sun day guests at Mrs. Emma Warmers Miss Bessie Randall of Goshen was a week end guest of Mrs. Reuben Man. ming.
Norwich bulletin., 1913-10-25
HANOVER
c. E. Social Planned for Christmas En- -tertainment-Miss Ladd Writes Prize
 Essay.

The Christian Endeavor social com mittee met at the home of Mrs. Walter Weberley Thursday evening and made plans for a social to be held next Fri day evening in the basement of the Congregational church.
 Report from Greenevile Meeting
 A meeting of the executive commit tee of the Sunday school was held at the parsonage on Wednesday evening. A report of the county conference held at Greeneville Congregational church was given by Mrs. M. J. B. Fuller and A. B. Ladd. The report of the last meeting was read by William G. Park and accepted A committee consisting of Mrs. William G. Park, Miss Helen Eadie, William $. Lee and William G. Park was appointed to decide the na- ture ofthe Christmas entertainment for the children. At the suggestion of Mrs M. J. B. Fuller a missionary and temperance committee was appointed. At the close of the meeting refresh ments were served by the hostess.
 Prize Awarded.
 At the Junior meeting last Satur- day the essays on Young China Hunt ters were read by the contestants. The prize was awarded to Miss Louise Breed Ladd Others writing papers on this book were, Miss Faith Lee, Miss Louise Lyon, Miss Gertrude Ladd and Master Mark Fuller
 Live Topics.
 MT and Mrs N. Lorne Greig spent Sunday with Mir. and Mrs. Angus Park.
 Mrs. Arthur Lanigan has returned after a visit in North Adams, Mass.
Norwich bulletin., 1913-10-25
LEONARD BRIDGE

Mrs. Julia Geer has returned, after spending several weeks with her daughter, Mrs. Arthur J. Stevens, at Providence.
 Clarence Pease and son of Colches- ter were recent callers in this place
 Miss LaVinia P Kneeland was at Chestnut Hill Wednesday,
 Miss Ruby Sweet, a student at Northfield, Mass, and Clifton Sweet of New Britain were calling on local friends Sunday.
 Henry J. Williams is doing jury du- ty at Norwich
 George Mahoney was at Chestnut Hill Wednesday,
 Secretary Charles D. Hine of Hart ford ca1iedd at Judge Albert G. Knee lands Wednesday,
 The Busy Bee society met with Mrs. Leverett A Manwaring Thursday after noon.
Norwich bulletin., 1913-10-25
ROAD SOCIETY
od Barn Blown Down During Gale Mrs. Eliza p. Moves Remembered on Birthday
(Stoningtonj

Mrs, Eugene Palmer has been spending the week with her daughter in Providence,
 Miss Jennie B. Moves has returned from several weeks stay with rela- lives in Providence.
 The fuCereI of Mrs Jane Dean of 0id Mystic was attended by MT. and Mrs. Charles S. Moves. Mrs. Seth N Williams and Miss Grace D. Wheeler. Mrs. Deans first husband was a brother of MT. Moves.
 Mrs. Stephen B. Palmer is the guest of relatives in Hartford and Rocky Hill this week.
 Barn Blown Down.
 The old barn on HinckIey Hill was blown down during the gale Monday night
 The Grange held their regular meet ing Wednesday evening in the church parlOrs. It being mems night they served a supper of clam choWder, sandwiches, pickles, doughnuts and pie which was relished by all. After wards a class of three candidates was given the first and second degree.
 Rev J. J. Peacock preached Sun day
 Judge Herbert Rathbun entertained Rev. Mr. KlOck oyer Sunday.
 Birthday Gifts for Mrs. Moves.
 Mrs. Eliza P. Moves celebrated her birthday, Saturday when several friends called on her in the afternoon. and the Grange came in a body in the even ing All brought remembrances for Mrs Moves, and quite a shower of postcards from absent friends with a beautiful Coat of Arms of the Moves family painted and sent by Miss Ethel J. R. C. Moves of Milford, Pa. were among the gifts. Mrs. C. o. Maine brought a large birthday cake with candles Refreshments were served later to all and a social evening was entcyed,