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Norwich bulletin., 1913-08-02
TAsco TO THE RESCUE.
Schooner Sank at Three Mile Reef. Grove Beach-Crew Take to Small Boat in Rough Sea.

Grove Beach. Conn. Aug. 1.-An un- known two masted schooner bound east, sank off Duck Island light, op- pOSite this town, during storm this afternoon. The crew of three men were rescued by Captain Joe" Smith. the lighthouse keeper and are now on the island. Owing to the unusually high sea, it has been impossible to reach the island and ascertain further particulars The schooner is said to be a total loss
 The schooner was seen to be in dis tress off what is known as Three Mile reef by people along the shore and there was much excitement. The sea was running very high at the time, and a stiff gale blowing Just before the schooner sank from sight, three men were seen to leap into a small boat. The boat was tossed about by the mountainous waves like a cork.
 Captain Smith. the lightkeeper. put out in his boat, and after considerable difficulty, transferred the men into his craft. He made a safe landing at the island.
 Only the masts of the schooner could be seen. and it is thought she is in considerable danger of breaking to pieces on the rocks
 New London, Conn, Aug 1.-The Scott Wrecking company of this city received a wireless message early to- night telling of the sinking of an un- known schooner off Grove Beach. The big ocean going wrecking tug Tasco was immediately sent to the scene.
Norwich bulletin., 1913-08-02
A5TH|I FElJ ION OF TIE EIGHTEENTH
The Hand of Time Weighs Heavily Veterans and Only 233 Left of the 1109 Who Marched Out 51 Years Ago-23 Deaths Since Last Year-Cathering at Buck ngham Memorial August 20
Henry A. Smith Co. G. died Jan 7,

Henry A. Smith. Co. c, died Jan. ', 1912; Nelson R. Allen, Go E. died Oct. 15. 1911; Daniel Keigwin, Co. I, died Aug. II. 1911; Albert $. Granger, Baker, Co K, died Sept. 1, 1911; Guy D. Button Co. A, died Aug. 24, 1912; John H. Post, Co. E, died Oct. g. 1911; Norton Randall. Co. D, died May 19, 1912: Joseph F. Marcey, Co. D, died Sept. IA, 1912; Reuben B. Brown, Co. .. died Oct: '. 1912; George, ". Cross, Co. c, died Oct. A, 1912: Henry L.. Wade, Co. K. died Oct. 31, 1912; Arba R. Coven, Co K, died Dec. 6, 1912; Thomas A. Loomis, Co. c, died Jan. 29 1913; Sylvester Wade, Go. E, died March 1. 1918; Charles H. Miner. Co. A, died April g, 1913; Daniel Donohue, Go. I, died May 1, 1913; James N. Pot ter, Co. E. died June 3, 1913; Hora- tio Blanchard. Go. B. died Nov. 30, 1912; George F. Upham, Co. E, died March 24 1913; E. T. Albertine, Co. E, died April P, 1913: Harlan P. Brown, Co. P, died June 27, 1913; George Seaver. Co. D. died July g., 1913
 There will be no formal programme for the reunion. In the forenoon the business session will open at 10.30. Dinner will be served at noon by the ladies of Sedgwick Womans Relief corps and the balance of the day will be passed in a pleasant social way by the veterans.
 Served in Shenandoah Valley.
 Five companies of the 18th regi- ment were raised at Norwich from New London county and the other five in Windham county. The regi- ment was commanded by the late Col. William c. Ely and while the latter was prisoner Lieut.. Col. Henry Peale was in command. The regiment was mustered in Aug. IS. 1862 and served three years of the war. The regim ent saw most of it's service in the Shen- andoah valley and vicinity being in the enga gements at Winchester, Pied mont, Newmarket, PerFyville, etc. Their first engagement was at Win chester when the little force of 5000 men held back for three days General Early's army of 30,000, delaying the progress of the Confederate army to such an extent that it was possible for the Sixth corps from the Army of the Potomac to rush to Gettysburg 2 in time to engage in the second day battle.
 Captured at Winchester.
 The greater part of the regiment was captured at Winchester. June 15, 1S63 and the men made prisoners. Most of the men were paroled. how ever, within two weeks after having been marched to Richmond while the officers were held for several months. Lieut. Col. Peale escaped at this time and assumed command of what was left of the regiment.
Norwich bulletin., 1913-08-02
MARRIAGE
TracNa---Rrooks.

The marriage of William D. Tracy of Norwich and Miss Hattie M Brooks of Waterford took place at the home of Rev. A. J. Potter in Riverside ave nue, Noank Wednesday afternoon The couple were attended by Leroy Ennis of New London and Miss Damaris Brooks. sister of the bride. The bride was attired in a costume of white chiffon, wore a white picture hat and carried q bridal bouquet of white roses and looked charming The bride is q particular friend of Rev. MT. Potter and his wife and the parlor of the residence where the ceremony took place was tastefully decorated with flowers for the occasion The trip to Noank was made in the auto of Miss Jessie Cruickshank of Waterford who was present at the marriage Follow ing the ceremony the newly married couple boarded MT Tracy's yacht Hat tie, which was waiting at the dock near the minister's residence, and started on a wedding trip. While on their cruise they will make a stop at Corona, L. l., to visit the brides brother, James Brooks On their return NIT. and Mrs Tracy will reside in New London
Norwich bulletin., 1913-08-02

To commemorate that day 51 years ago when 1109 young men. forming the Eighteenth Connecticut regiment were mustered into the service of their country. those whom health and op- portunity will permit of the few who are left of that stalwart body of sol diers. will gather at the Buckingham Memorial on Aug. 20. renewing old ac- quaintances and recounting incidents of the days gone by. Of the 1109 men who marched forth on the 18th of August. 1882, but 233 remain, and these are scattered far and wide over the country, from Canada to Florida and from Maine to California. On many of the 233 the hand of years is laid heavily and failing health and long ing once more with the companions with whom they stood in the fight to preserve the unity of the nation. But those who find it possible will be pres ent on this occasion, the 45th annual reunion of the 18th Connecticut Regi- ment association. Secretary Henry Hovey of this city is arranging for the gathering and of 100 replies re- ceived up to the present about two
 thirds have signified their intention of coming so that it is probable that the attendance will be well over 100.
 Twenty three Died During Year.
 Each year the survivors of the reg iment are fewer and since the last re- union 9 veterans have passed away The chronology of the year follows:
Norwich bulletin., 1913-08-02
LUSTROUS HAIR
 SOFT--ABUNDANT
Unsightly, Matted, Scraggy Hair Made Soft and Lus- trous at Once = Parisian Sage.

If your hair is anything short of perfect; if it is too dry-brittle-dul thin, or has been falling out. you can immediately bring about 8 change by using Parisian Sage. The first application removes dandruff and in- creases the beauty of the hair.
 scientific study of the hair shows just what elements are needed to soften it. make 1t wavy and glossy, and make it grow-just like watering the plants in the garden.
 Parisian Sage supplies hair needs. It is @ tea a-colored liquid, delicately perfumed, not sticky or greasy. that comes In a fifty cent bottle at the druggists, and toilet counters. The Girl with the Auburn Hair" on the package.
 Apply Parisian Sage and the effect is immediate. One application stops the head from itching and freshens up the hair. Use 1t daily for a week and you will be surprised and de- lighted. Those who have tried it write us enthusiastic letters and tell all their friends about 1t.
 Sold by The Lee & Osgood Co., and dealers everywhere with a money back protection to every purchaser if not satisfactory. Parisian Sage is one Of the quickest acting hair tonics known.
Norwich bulletin., 1913-08-02
REcElVER's APPLICATION
Adjournment Taken Until Aug. 15- Frederick A. Averiil Given Freedom from State Hospital.

Because the New York train was late, Judge Williams of Derby missed the Norwich train oH Friday afternoon and had to take the trolley from New London. In consequence the adjourned session of the superior court scheduled for o'clock was not called until 3.15.
 In the hearing on the application of Receiver Charles F. Thayer for advice in regard to the relation of the Thames Loan and Trust company to it's deposit ors and creditors, concerning the off, setting of claims, Attorney Charles ". James read the papers. The court di- rected that an order of notice be pre- scented for an adjonTned hearing on Aug. 15, As this is but a short matter Judge Greene. if he is in town on that date may hold the hearing in place of Judge Williams In this application for advice a case will then be made up and it is probable be taken to the Su- pTeme court of the state.
 A petition that Receiver Thayer be permitted to terminate the trusteeship of the Thames Loan and Trust com pany in regard to the estate of the late Helen M. Beck was granted by the court after the petition in regard to the amounts involved had been made more explicit by the attorney in the case Lawyer Mcclure, of New Lon don- The petition also provided that the matter revert to the probate court and that a new receiver be appointed in place of the Thames Loan and Trust company The book estate includes 1000 in bonds of the Southern Pacific terminal, $5,441 and interest in the Norwich Savings society and $220 in the trust company
 The petition of Frederick A Averin for parole from the Norwich ttate hos pital was presented It is case in which the petitioner in New Haven on Dec. g. 1912. took 8 stickpin from the person of Herbert M. Buzzard of New Haven. He was committed soon after to the hospital. where he has since be- come sane. MT. Buzzard waived an appearance at the hearing and the parole was ordered, provided Ayerf1l obey the regulations of Supt- Henry NJ. Pollock and report once a week. Judge N. J. AyIing was there for the hospi- taI State Attorney Arnon A. Al1fng of New Haven, who has opposed the pa- role in the past. Judge Brown and Judge Barnes for MT, Averill, who was present in charge of a keeper
Norwich bulletin., 1913-08-02
SUDDEN DEATH CAUSED
 BY CEREBRAL HEMORRHAGE
Mrs. Caroline L. Bogue Dropped Dead When Backing Stove at Home oi Her Brother.

Mrs. Caroline L. Bogue, widow of Joseph K. Rogue, aged 67 years died suddenly Friday afternoon at the home of her brother. A. E. Miller, with whom she resider at Fitchvi1le. She was alone in the kitchen blacking the stove and when members of the family returned to the room she was found dead on the floor She had apparently been in good health and had been ac- tive about various household tasks all the day. Dr. Nathan Johnson, medi- cal examiner for the town of Bozrah was summoned and pronounced death due to cerebral hernorrhage.
 She was born in East Lyme 67 years ago and was the daughter of Ephro- ditus and Catherine Rogers Miller. She married Joseph K. Rogue and passed her whole life in East Lyme and East Haddan. MF, Begue died some time ago. She had made her home for the past few months with her brother, A. F. Miller at F1tchViile. She is survived by her brother and three daughters.
Norwich bulletin., 1913-08-02
Unclaimed Letters.

The list of unclaimed letters at the Norwich postoff1oe for the week ending Aug. 2, 1913, is as follows: Minnie Aldrich, Charles Bassett Robert Blair. c. F. Brumberg, John Callahan Daniel Casey, Frank Chappell, George o. Converse, Thopilus Cutter, John Con- roy, Andrew R. Chambers, William CreckeF, Mrs, Henry Curtis, Joseph Davis, Claude and Mrs. Douglas Ar thur Edmond W. H. Douglas, Charles King, Joseph A. Francis, Arthur Grif- fin, James Kehr. William HouseF, Will liam Mansfield, Mary MelIey, Arthur Sullivan, J. Solomon, Maggie Werll, Jack Wilson, Hannah Williams.
Norwich bulletin., 1913-08-02
KILLED HORSE BY ovERDRIvINe
Young New Yorker Drove to Ocean Beach and Back-Spent Night in Cell

Abraham Taiber, a 20 year old New Yorker, hired d horse from William F, Bailey on Thursday, drove the animal to New London, went to the ball game then drove to Ocean Beach, back to the West Side, where he gave some friends a ride, and back to the livery stable, The horse passed out at 3 o'clock Fri day morning.
 MT; Bailey had a warrant made out and the young man was brought into police station Friday noon by MT, Bailey and Judge Barnes. He was locked up under $200 bonds, which was later increased to $500, Friends tele- graphed to the father of the young man in New York, no one here wish ing to go bail for him, but no reply came and he spent the night, much worried, in the lookup,
Norwich bulletin., 1913-08-02
REV. TIMOTHY R. SWEENEY WAS NATIVE OF NORWICH
Died in Bridgeport Friday Night After
 IIIness of Two Years.

Rev. Timothy R. Sweeney. for the past twelve years pastor of the Sacred Heart church of Bridgeport, and for mer pastor of St Anthony's, Litch- field and St. Mary's, Portland, died at the rectory in Bridgeport at 1915 o'clock Friday night after an illness of diseases. Father Sweeney was native of Norwich and was 57 years of age. He was ordained a priest at Montreal S4 years ago and was a,s- signed to St. Roses church, Meriden under the then Vicar General Walsh He had been in i'll health for the past two years and in the spring went south in hope of regaining his strength. He was taken seriously i'll at Atlanta and after his return here sank gradually until the end tonight.
Norwich bulletin., 1913-08-02
The r. A. Wells
 COMPANY. Good Clothes Store'
Many Visitors to Tea Garden.

The fifth day of the Tea Garden passed of successfully and with a good attendance notwithstanding inc threatening skies of midafternoon. Mrs. gpnn D. Avery was in charge of af- talrS and had the assistance of Mrs e D. Coats. Mrs. George 4. PendIeton Mrs B. R. Park, Mrs. William P. Bab| cock, Mrs. j. Edwin Thompson and Miss Mary l.. Smith.
 The Rose of New England was not largely represented at the Garden Fri Fay. Miss Mercy Hewitt and party from Poquetanuck were among inc attendants.
 One more afternoon remains in which Co visit the Garden and enjoy it's vari- OuS pleasures.
 The fine weather of Thursday Brought out q good attendance Mrs Amos Wheeler was chairman of inc committee of arrangements for the uay- Other members of the committee were Mrs George w. Tryon. Mrs R. k, Wheeler, Mrs R. C.. Maine. Mrs. Daniel r. White. Mrs. Luther c. Gray. Mrs. George A. Wheeler. Mrs Frank A Thompson and Mrs. Charles Nell,
 Ine pretty hand painted menu cards announcing tea, hot or iced. toasted mullins, orange marmaIade, strawberry jam, cheese saltines, tarts, cake. ice cream and clam chowdey gave one an appetite just to look at them.
 The waitresseS were Misses Olga Thompson, Ruth Thompson. Sarah Thompson, Edna Gray, Evelyn Maine Muriel Lang worthy and Flora White some of the young men obligingiy lent q hand.
 Miss Ssra4a P. BFewnfAe of Norwich was registered, also Mrs. C. k. Cra1y and Mrs. Joseph S. Adams and daleh- ter. Df. William Browning. now of Brooklyn, N. Y, was in attendance also.
 A large AHFHDeF of cilildreR were af tne play ground, and visitors viewed their activities with n1icb intarasf The playground hours are from 3 te 5 The Tea Garden hours from ? to S,
 Dailas 1Tex) is trying te curb noisy automobiles
Norwich bulletin., 1913-08-02
&J,asx AAAs9AE1As1.
Norwich, Saturday. Aug. 2, 1913.
VARIOUS MATTERS
Tides will be high today

! Tides will be high today: The moon is new tonight, the 2d. The contributions for St. Agnes, | home have reached $169667434
 Best s3.5e glasses for $1.95, properly 1 fitted: Burnham's. 227 Main street. Adv.
 The will of the late Mrs. Sarah A. Kennedy gives $1o0 to the Evergreen Cemetery association of Central Vil- lage.
 George w. Dolbeare of West Main street has in his garden the green dahlia. As floral freak it is always a curiosity.
 Rev, John J. Milan of Hartford, one of the most able bishops this diocese has ever had.
 The planet Neptune is still in Gemini southeast of PolluX, but will be too near the sun for observation until the last of August.
 N, D. Sevin and family are moving into the former George A. Kies house on Church street near the property of pr, J, J. Donohue.
 Hartford papers state that Mrs. Sara T, Kinney of Asylum avenue will be a guest at the Hotel Ontio, Ogunquit, Me, during August
 Mrs. Harriet L. Charter of Holland, who passed her SSth birthday Tuesday, has five children, 14 grandchildren and q great grandchildren,
 That wild carrot law appears to be dead letter, not only as far as Nor wich is concerned. but also the rest of the state in this vicinity.
 Greene camp meeting. which a num- Der from this vicinity always attend, commences Aug. 16 and closes Aug. 23, holding over only one Sunday
 At Lords Point Charles E. Hopkins has sold his mountain lot on Langwor- thy avenue to Norwich parties who expect to build soon-- -Stonington Mir rOr-
 The board of control has authorized the secretary of state to issue a sup plemehtary list of motor vehicles, to contain the numbers issued between June l and Sept l. The list will con- tain about 5000 names
 Rev H. F. Anderson of Old Mystic will occupy the pulpit in the Sterling Hill Baptist church during August, as he and his family will spend their va cation on the hill Mr. Anderson has leased the Gaskill place.
 According to the fine new Thermos catalogue exploiting products made in Norwich, the $15,0O0 Thermos bottle advertising auto car which made a tour of the principal cities in 1912 is 10 repeat that successful trip
 A son born two weeks ago to Mr. and Mrs. Francis F. Powell of Stevens vile died the next day. Mrs Powell was Miss Mildred ToWne, daughter of Prof. Walter A. Towne, principal of Bnlkeley school New London
 Announcement has been made of the engagem ent of Harry Sedar, proprietor of Main street fruit store, and Miss Mamie Sternlief of fl Thames street. Norwich. The marriage will be held in Norwich Aug 17--Webster CMass-) Times
 Passersby wondered why the flag was flying Friday at Fort Hill farm Mohegan, the home of MT and Mrs 1 w Avery Cooke. who had just re- ceived word of the arrival of their as noted in the birth | column today
 You have money idle in savings banks at per cent. when shore lo 5 i are increasing 20 per cent. yearly in i value. Investigate Grotop Long Point. i the new beach with new opportunities. | Clubhouse and 31 new cottages, Plots | on your own terms. Jas. Jay Smith | Co, New LondOn.-adH>
Norwich bulletin., 1913-08-02
AT THE DAVIS.
Songs and PhetopIaxs.

Another well selected programme of photoplays comes to the Davis theatre for the last two days of the week and there were good houses to see them on Friday The Female Rallies is a film in three reels that tells a clever de- tective tale and The Foreign Spy is a strong drama The Strange Way is d photoplay full of sentiment and with a happy rosy ending. The other pictures are equally good and man. ager Al Craig sings with fine effect, Loves Old Sweet Song.
Norwich bulletin., 1913-08-02
OBITUARY
Mrs. Lucy M. chittenden.

Mrs. Lucy M. Chfttenden. widow Of J. Frederick Chittenden.- died at the home of her son. Charles F. Chitt9n- den, in Huntington street. Thursday night in her eighty-f first year. Mrs. Chittenden had been in poor health for two and a half years, but her ser iOus illness developed about two weeks ago when she took to her bed. Death came at 1115 Thursday night. She is survived by two sons, Frederick W., Chittenden and Charles F. Chittend<n, both of this city and one brother John Kimball of Norwich
Norwich bulletin., 1913-08-02
JEWELER HELD AS
 A "WHiTE SLAYER"
Young Woman Says She First Met
 Him When a Schoolgirl.

forcing a young girl into life of shame and taking her earnings in New York and other cities during the past seven years, Thomas Melilo, who con ducts a jewelrY store ia this city. was commissioner here today. He was ar rested by investigators for the federal department of justice.
 Edith Miller, 23 years old, Who testi- fled at the hearing today, told how Melilo had met her when she was a high school girl in New York seven years ago and after betraying her un- der, promise of marriage had forced her to live in houses of i'll repute in diff ferent parts of the country. Whenever she expressed a desire to reform she declared he threatened to take her life.
Norwich bulletin., 1913-08-02
Leqaeies for Religious Work.

New York, Aug. 1-Legacies of $3,000 each that shall be devoted to promoting the cause of the redeemer" are left by Anson Phelps Stokes in his will, filed for probate here today to three grandchildren. The testator's 8 grandfather, Anson Greene Phelps, left him a similar bequest, the will ex- plains and testator carried out the provisions and also before his death gave his own children amounts to be used in the same manner.
Norwich bulletin., 1913-08-02
PERSONAL.

Charles F. Burgess of Moosup was ia Norwich visitor Friday. Mrs. Henry Bromley of Brooklyn, N. l AdeIard Morin of this city left Fri 1 day on 9 pleasure trip to Nova Scotia. ] Miss Hanson of Norwich spent the week end with Miss Agnes Allen of 1 P1ainffeld.
 H. H. LaPierre has returned to Nor wich after two weeks at Homewood, 1 Lords Point.
 Connecticut people registered at The l Gables, Block Island, include John 1 Coyne of Norwich: l Miss Bessie Grant has returned to Norwich after a visit with Mrs E. w. Northup in Stenington. MT. and Mrs. Jesse A. Brown of Nor wich were recent guests of Mrs. Fred H. Warren iii Danielson. MT. and Mrs. Lewis of Preston are spending several days in Manchester, \. H., and Worcester, Mass.
 Miss Mary Butler of Washington street is the guest of Miss Florence Nortl1rep at Pleasant View.
 Mrs Albert Green of Norwich, who has been visiting for some time at Lords Peint has returned home. pr. and Mrs. George A. Comeau and family are passing a vacation at the Samuel Sault farm, near the Golden Spur,
 Rev. w. A. Keefe, now of Plainfeld, will attend the national convention of the Knights of Columbus in Boston next week,
 Miss Isabel H. Krohan, who has been at her home on Clairmont avenue for vacation, has returned to Spring field, Mass.
 William F. Murphy leaves Sunday for a weeks stay at Block Island. He will later visit Boston, Worcester and Milford. Mass.
 Mrs. Robert D. Burns of Old Say brook has been spending the past three days with relatives in Norwich, New London and Willimantic.
 The Moosup Journal notes that Dr. c. H. Gregoire and wife have been enjoying a vacation of two weeks at Montreal and Farnham, Canada.
 Misses Wilhelmina and Bertha DziOmba leave today for a six weeks vacation at Camp Wopowog, East Hampton, Conn, and Lake George, N. T.
 Mrs. Agnes Hutchins of Greene, R. l.. recently entertained Mrs. John Til- linghast of Providence, Mir. and Mrs Leon Hutchins of Norwich and Charles Iutchins of Danielson
 Miss Gladys Austin of Danielson has been visiting her cousin, Ellen E. Tib- betts of West Main street, and on re- turning home was accompanied by Master Grant F. Tibbetts.
 Mr- and Mrs George Cousins of Boston are guests of MT Cousins grandmother, Mrs Julia F. Crocker, of New London MT. Cousins, who was formerly employed here, is now em- ployed by an automobile company at Boston
 Mrs Nicholas D. Brown of Green Hill, R. l., who has been the past two weeks with relatives and friends, has gone to East Greenwich, where she will be the guest of her brother for several days Her sister. Mrs. William BTownell, left with her.
Norwich bulletin., 1913-08-02
A FAREWELL DINNER
 TO PRESIDENT ELLIOTT.
Northern Pacific Employees to Banquet
 New Haven's New Head.

St. Paul, Minn., Aug. 1-Northern Pacific Railway officers and employees will give a farewell dinner to Howard Elliott at local hotel on the evening of August g. Practically ali the off, cers of the system will participate and as many of the employees as possi- ble. A special train is planned to St. Paul from the Pacific coast to accom- modate officials who desire to partici- pate.
 MT. Elliott is expected here from New York next Monday.