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Norwich bulletin., 1913-06-18
TO FIGHT FOR FREE
 CATTLE AND MEAT.
Senator James Threatens to Carry
 Battle Into the Caucus.

Washington, June 17.-Senator Ollie James of Kentucky, who made the su- gar tariff speech in the senate defend ing the stand of President Wilson, has taken a vigorous position in the financs 3 committee against the imposition of a countervailing duty on meat and cat tie, and today announced that he would carry the fight to the democratic senatorial caucus If he failed to swing. the majority of the committee. Sena- tor James emphatfcally declared that the public was entitled to unrestricted free cattle and meat
 He did not oppose the action of the democrats in free listing wheat and flour with the countervailing duty add ed, but he opposed such a duty on cat- tie and meat so strenuOuSly that final action on the matter was deferred Senator Simmons announced that the matter was settled for presentation 70 the caucus insofar as wheat and four were concerned. T am for free cattle and meat and shall 70 to the limit 70 get it, said Senator James when his, attitude before the committee became known. Because some countries levy tax on the imports of the American beef trust, why should we in retalia- tion staTve the people of the United States? I favored free meat and free cattle in the campaign last fall and I intend to do all I can to put them in the tariff law"
Norwich bulletin., 1913-06-18
Smith For County Commissioner.

Putnam. June 17-L- E. Smith, first mayor of Putnam after the city was chartered received many congratula- tions Tuesday on his appointment by Governor Baldwin to be county com missioner for Windnam county suc- ceeding F. H. Cortiss Of Thompson up on the expiration of the latter's term Q few months hence. Mir Smith was approved by the state senate, MT Corttis receiving the support of the house and on account of the disagree ing action no choice could be made so the appointment fell to the governor Mir Smith had little to say about the matter Tuesday saying all he knew about the matter was what he had seen in the newspapers and had re- ceived no official notification of the ap- pcintment Ex-Mayor Smith is one of the most prominent democrats in Windham county and a very success ful business man and one who is looked upon to make a fine record as a commissioner.
Norwich bulletin., 1913-06-18

within the block and without the dan- ger zone. The brakes were put on just as Engineer Doherty said they were applied and would not hold.
 Other Tests Made.
 Then followed other tests at the To- cality of the wreck and later the train was run back to Glendale and the train sent ahead again at sixty miles an hour. The distance signal came in view and the brakes were set and the en- ergency brakes put on. The train stopped within 2.586 feet, or some dis tance short of the place where the Skylark stood as the rear car of the first section Another test was made at the same speed, but brakes were not set until the engine was abreast of the distance signal and then the train slid through the space on Nhich the first section had stood and went 575 feet beyond. The collision oc- nal Same Train Grew Except in Engine.
 The completion of the efficiency tests was prevented by loss of a brake lever pin.
 The train used today was in the same condition in which it was left, old newspapers and odds and ends being scattered about the seats and on the car floors. The train crew was the same as on the day of the wreck ex- cept for the engine crew
 Some of Yesterdays Records.
 Some of the figures made by the experts and given out agterwards showed that the train, running 55 miles an hour, was stopped in 39 sec onds and within 1894 feet Another trial at 57 1-2 miles showed a stop on the emergency brake in 34 seconds and in 1850 feet, and still another quick stop after 50 1-2 miles speed, showed 45 seconds and within 2,525 feet.
Norwich bulletin., 1913-06-18
GUNSHANAN DISPLACED
 BY GOVERNOR BALDWIN
Bridgeport Paper Box Maker Named
 to Succeed Him.


 Hartford, June 17.-Announcement was made at the capitol this afternoon of the appointment by Governor Bald win of two members of the state tu- berculosis commission to succeed John r Gunshanan of this city and the late Dr. George H. Knight of Salisbury, The appointees are Dr. David R. Ly- man of New Haven, superintendent of the Gaylord Farm sanitarium in Wall insford, who succeeded to the place made vacant by the death of Dr. Knight, and Jonathan Godfrey of Bridgeport. Mir. Godfrey succeeds MT. Gunshanan- pr. Lyman's term is for practically two years and MT. God frey's for six
 Dr. Lyman is a native of Char lottesvflle, Va, a graduate of the Uni versity of Virginia, took a special course at Johns Hopkins university, was with Dr. Trudeau at Saranac Lake and has been superintendent of the Gaylord Farm sanitarium since 1903
 MT. Godfrey is superintendent of the Bridgeport Compressed Paper Box company, republican, about 50 years of age. He is a native of Saybrook, and a brother of Dr. Charles c. God frey of Bridgeport, former representa- tive and surgeon general
Norwich bulletin., 1913-06-18
PARIS DECIDES ON
 SLIM FIGURE MODE
DIaphanous Bodies and RaEs-En- a
 hroidery Much Used.


 Paris, June 16.--zAfter whole week of heated discussion, during which fashion experts and opponents such as Paul Pofret, Ida Rubtnstetn, Andre FouQuieres and Mile. Bore1 have filled columns of the newspapersA with their views for and against the new fash 1onab1e. silhouette and tho 1913 stoop, the verdict of Paris at yesterdays Derby was awaited eagerly. Many journeyed to Chant11ly who would otherwise have comfortably waited in town to learn the result of the great sporting event.
 The parade in the paddock left no doubt whatever regarding the dpprn,-ot the ouriousiy ortImp1ed-up figure launched early fin the season. Women arc once more carrying themselves erect. and gowns are generally de-
 The features Of the season seem to be bright -colored trimmings and sashes around the waist, which ara more popular than ever Embroidery is much used, small flower designs being preferred, and the same pattern is carried out in bodice and skirt with very pretty effect.
 The diaphanous bodices, which made their appearance not long ago at Longchamps, have become very pop u1ar, especially with the most expen- s1ve dresses, which, if one may judge from the amount of precious lace used must represent a small fortune each. Although simplicity is aimed at fash 1ona.bie woman is spending more this year than for a long time past-lace, embroidery, hand painting and jewel trimming making a simple" white m0uSseline gown, weighing a few ounces worth several hundred dollars.
 The mania for transparent material has invaded the millinery field Somn hats seen yesterday were mere apolo- gies for headgear the coiffure being clearly visible through the diapha- nous tulle or chiffon of which the crowns were made This necessitated elaborately done-up hair. Women, when wearing such hats, had their hair arranged as if for an opera,-with the exception, of course, of the tiara.
 Generally speaking, there is no change in the fashions, but it is ex- pected that novelties win be launched at the most fashionable meetings at Auteui1 before the dressmakers' oper- ings in the middle of August wifi SRSAa place. Some large leghorn hats with flowers were worn yesterday afternoon, but the majority are still small with huge punches of paradise plumes or afgrettes. the former being more in vogue.
Norwich bulletin., 1913-06-18
COLLEGE MEN DISH WASHERS. 100 Out of 700 in San Francisco Union
 Have Diplomas.

San Francisco, June 16.-Of the zoo members of the San Francisco Dish Washers union 100 are college gradu- ates. This 1t Is said. Is a greater pro- portion of college men than can be found in any other labor organization in the country.
 The statistics were compiled by two members of the union, one of whom says he is a former instructor in math- ematics in an eastern college He re signed from that position. he said to- day, to engage in a small business Tn Oswego, N. Y.
 Naturally, do not care to reveal my name, he said. We represent a class of men who have found them selves unable to cope with some of the harsh requirements of life.
 we are absolutely unfitted for busi- ness life. but I might have succeeded if I had had even a rudimentary knowledge of business affairs. I was unmarried and came west with just enough money to keep me @ week At first I tried rough work. but I was un- able to endure it's hardships, so be- came a dish washer"
 The union is the only one of it's kind, if is asserted. A dish washer gets s1o a week.
Norwich bulletin., 1913-06-18
JOLLY ALUMNI
DAY AT YALE.
Baseball Victory of the Afternoon Tr-
 creases the Enthusiasm.

New Haven. Conn, June 17.-Around the banquet board in many places to- night graduates of Yale old and young toasted the victorious ball team, cheer ed the officers of the university and sang the songs dear to every son of Eli, bringing to a, merry close Alumni day in the commencement programme Then once again by classes the gradu- ates made the rounds of the campus to sing and to cheer as they did in their student days. The day was a busy one for the alumni, who will separate to- morrow, not to return again as class until the allotted time for their next reunion.
 Tomorrow degrees will be given to 7So seniors. and the honorary degrees will be conferred
Norwich bulletin., 1913-06-18
NEGRO CAPTURED AFTER
 KILLING DEPUTY SHERIFF
Piunees Knife Blade Into Officer Who
 Attempted to Arrest Him.

Atlanta, Ga, June 16.-After a des- perate encounter here which cost the life of a deputy sheriff, Eugene Wat son, a negro, was captured today, but not until he was badly wounded. Da vid s. Yancey tried to arrest Wat son, who was accused of snatehing a pocketbook from woman. The ne- gro ran under a house and when he refused to come out Yancey fired twice, wounding the negro. Suddenly Watson darted from under the house and at tackled the officer with a knife. He plunged the blade into Yancey several times until the officer fell dead.
 The negro then took refuge in a cellar several blocks away, where he was captured by a squad of officers af- ter he had been shot again.
Norwich bulletin., 1913-06-18
Steamers Reported by Wireless.

Brow Head June 17.-Steamer Vic toria Luise. New York for Plymouth Cherbourg and Hamburg. signalled 1S0 miles southwest at s3O a. m Due Plymouth a. m. Wednesday,
 Sable Island, June 17.-Steamer Im- perator. Hamburg for New York, sig nailed ITS miles east of Sandy Hook at a. m. Dock 5.30 D. m, Wednes- day.
 Siasconset, Mass. June 17.-Steamer Kaiser Franz Joseph l., Trieste for New York, signalled 1e3 miles east of Sandy Hook at LILO a. m. Dock 8 a. m. Wednesday,
Norwich bulletin., 1913-06-18
CLASS DAY EXERCISES
 AT STORRS COLLEGE.
C. w. Jewett of North Windham Gives
 the Prophecy.

Storrs, Conn. June 17.-Class day exercises were held at the Connectf cut Agricultural college this afternoon. The departmental class presidents ad- dress was by B. J. Storrs of Cheshire: |: the class prophecy by c. W. Jewett of North Windham; the history by F. J. RinoIdiof of West Hoboken, N. J.. while others taking part were Mss Mabel G. Griswold, Waterbury: Sarah M. Stanton, New London: R, A. Em- mons, Chester: D. B.Wadhans, Bloom- field, and H. A. Brunaage, Danbufy.
 At the general class exercises G. ". Fucker of East Orange. N. J.. gave the welcome: R. c. Avery. New York. tila history; J. W. Pease, Taunton, Mass, the oration. and the farewell address by Fl. A. Djarke, West Hoboken.
Norwich bulletin., 1913-06-18
AUTO WRECKED WHILE
 HURTING TO HOSPITAL
Owner and Young Woman Dead, chauf
 feur likely to Die

Sacramento. Cal, June 17.-Racing for hospital to save a Miss Vera Brennan, who had swallowed poison with suicidal intent, an automobile owned by Guy F. Pearce of this city, was wrecked early today. Pearce was instantly killed; Miss Brennan died tonight from her injuries, and Herbert Woodall, the chauffeur, probably will succumb to his injuries.
 The party had been attending ball at Suburan Point. Miss Brennan, act uated by jealousy, attempted to end her life, and Pearce volunteered to hurry the unconscious young woman to a hospital here. While going at a high rate of speed the automobile skid ded and turned over
Norwich bulletin., 1913-06-18
Steamship Arrivals,

Naples, June 13.-Arrived, steamer Argentina. New York.
 Antwerp. June 17.-Arrived, steamer Kroonland, New York.
 Gibraltar, June 17-Arrived, steamer Barbarossa, New York for Naples.
 Liverpool, June 17.---Arrived. steam CT Bohemian, Boston.
 Liverpool, June 16.--Arrived, steam CT Mauretania, New York.
 London, June 16.-Arrived. steamer Minnetonka New York.
 Fishguard, June IT. = Arrived. Steamer Franconia, Boston.
Norwich bulletin., 1913-06-18
Banker Killed
 By Auto Truck
HIS AUTO siDEsWIPED BY HEAv-
 FER VEHICLE.
WIFE IS BADLY INJURED
Driver of Truck Arrested for Man.
 sIaughter-Victim Rose from Office Boy to President of Meriden Bank.

Meriden, June 17--Junius $. Norton, president of the Home National bank and one of the best-knoWn citizens of Meriden, was almost instantly killed in an automobile accident tonight and his wife was seriously injured. MT. and Mrs. Norton with their friends. Mr. and Mrs. W. s. Dudley of this city, were enjoying an automobile ride near Hubbard park. MT. Dudley was at the wheel.
 Sideswiped by Auto Truck.
 Coming through West Main street, the party met the large brewery auto truck driven by James J. McMahon. It is said that McMahon was having some trouble with his steering gear and that in passing the Norton auto was partly sideswiped. MT Dudley, in an endeavor to prevent further trou- ble, swerved his machine sharply at right angles. The brewery truck, seem the machine, and all four occupants were thrown out, MT. Norton was thrown between the two machines, and he suffered a fractured skull, a. broken arm and a fractured rib. Death was probably instantaneous, in the opinion of Dr. Wheatlye, the acting medical examiner.
 Mrs. Norton's Condition Critical.
 Mrs. Norton was badly hurt and she was rushed to a local hospital. where it was found that she was suffering from a broken shoulder, broken leg and broken jaw Her condition at a late hour tonight was regarded as quite critical. MT. and Mrs Dudley escaped with only slight injuries.
 Detective Burke placed McMahon under arrest, under a charge of man. slaughter. He has been unable to se- cure bail.
 Had Risen from Office Boy.
 MT. Norton was 61 years old and had risen from office boy to president of the bank. He succeeded the late Gov. Abiram Chamberlain as president He was a member of a number of pro1ni- nent clubs and was universally re- spected.
Norwich bulletin., 1913-06-18
SMALL BOYS PRANK
 CAUSES TWO DEATHS.
Climbs Into Engine Cab. Opens the
 Throttle and Jumps.

Buffalo, N. Y. June 17.-A small boy went into the New York Central roundhouse here tonight and climbed into the cab of an engine. He pulled open the throttle and as the engine started forward he jumped. The loco motive ran wild through the yards at speed of 45 miles an hour and had covered three quarters of mile before 1t crashed head-on Into freight trai'1 train running in the opposite direction. Engineer Fred Ludeke was almost tn- stantly killed and the fireman, William Freeiich. was so badly hurt that he died a short time later Both engines were badly damaged and many ears were wrecked
Norwich bulletin., 1913-06-18
NiNE-YEAR TERM FOR
 MAJOR w. H. HASTINGS
Attempted to Shoot Nephew and Sew
 eraI Officers at Harrisburg.

Harrisburg, Pa. June 17.--Major William H. Hastings, who attempted to shoot his nephew, Ross A. Hickok, a former Yale athlete, and several po- hcenen here last month, was today sentenced to from nine to fourteen years in the Eastern penitentiary and to pay SEQ fine and costs. The major recently pleaded guilty. He Is sew enty-one years old and brother of a former governor of Pennsylvania,
Norwich bulletin., 1913-06-18
MEATS SUBJECT TO
 THE PURE FOOD LAW.
May Be Seized if They Are Misbranded
 or AduIterated.

Washington, June 17-Probably the most radical and far-reaching exten- sion of the food and drugs act since It's enactment was made today when Secretaries Houston, McAdoo and statute, ruled that meat and meat pro- ducts in interstate or foreign com merce. which hitherto have been ex- empted from the provisions of the pure food law, may be seized if misbranded or adulterated. Beginning at once, manufacturers of meat foods will be required to comply strictly with the food and drugs act, as well as with the meat inspection law. The action was taken on the strength of an opinion by Attorney General McReynolds.
Norwich bulletin., 1913-06-18
Cholera increases.

alarming progress among the BuIgari- an troops stationed at various points in Macedonia. Hundr eds of cases are reported at military hospitals, and tre mortality percentage is high. The civil population of the districts is also much affected.
Norwich bulletin., 1913-06-18
Political Fueitives from Venezuela.

Willemstad, Curacao, June 17-Many political fugitives from Venezuela continue to arrive in the island of Buen Ayre in the Dutch West Indies. Pedro Maria Para, a member of the Venezuelan house of representatives, and two other prominent refugees reached there today from Caracas.
Norwich bulletin., 1913-06-18
Mrs. catt uroed to Reconsider.

Budapest, June 17.-Mrs Carrie Chapman Catt of New York, president of the International Woman Suffrage alliance, was presented today with an address signed by the delegates of all the countries represented at the con gress assuring her of their love and esteem and begging her to reconsider her intention to resign the presidency. The whole meeting rose and remained standing while the address was beinS read Mrs. Catt warmly thanked the delegateS
Norwich bulletin., 1913-06-18
NEW STAR ROUTE
 SERVICE IN MoNTWLLE.
Postal Department Will Have It Start
 July 1st.
Special to The Bulletin. ]

Especial to The BuIleUn-)
 Washington, June 1T.-A star route service has been established to take effect July 1, and to continue until June 30, 1917, from Oakdale via Mont vile and Uncasville to the railroad station, a distance of Al miles. Be- tween Oakdale and Montville the mail will be carried twelve times a week, and between Montville and Uncasvine 24 times each week, and to other points on the route IS times per week. Frank E. Austin of Montville has been appointed carrier at a salary of S939 per annum-
 A contract extending four years from July 1. 1913, has been entered into be- tween the postoffice department and Charles F. Warrington of Norwich by which Warrington is to provide 8 screen wagon service between the postoffice at Norwich and the railroad stations, and the electric cars, and be- tween any of them.
Norwich bulletin., 1913-06-18
WasIdad af Rutnann.

Putnam, June 1T-Frederiok W. Eos ter, s4, of Burlington ,Mass and Miss Florence M. Lasage. IS, of Wtnchen- don .MasR., were married here Tuesday by Rev. F. E. Sargent, Another mar riase by Attorney Charles L, Torrey was that of Frank A. Dalpe 21, and Margaret Grady, 21. both of Worees- ter
Norwich bulletin., 1913-06-18
AauinaIdo PIottina With Japanese2

Tokio, June 17.-Despatches received here from Kobe report the arrive1 there of a, son of Emilio AgqIinaldo, the former revolutionary leader of the Fill fpinos, who is said to be on the way to Tokio. At Kobe he conferred with a number of Japanese. His mission In some quarters is believed to have con nection with the movement for Philip pine independence.
Norwich bulletin., 1913-06-18
Stabbed Fellow WorIman,

suff1eld, Conn. June ts-John Hughes of New Britain, who was aFratgned 4n town court today far causing .. fight at Polish christening yesterday. was held for a more serious charge later. Police officials from Indian Orchard, Mass came here, and identified him as the man wanted for atahbanE q neiish workman in that town aenne months age, He was taken to Indian Orchard tonight
Norwich bulletin., 1913-06-18
TorohIishs Parade for Kaiser.

Berlin. June 17-Kmperor William 3 silver Jubilee, which has filled the Berlin streets with the greatest. gay- est crowds of eeiebrants ever seen in the world, reached it's climax today with visits from the allied soTeFeigns and closed with 3. gaia dinner this evening, followed by picturesque terehlight procession of students. The dinner guests included Andrew 6aFae= gie. The empress. although somewhat fatigued by tie continuous festivities. nevertheless was present
Norwich bulletin., 1913-06-18
Hiqf Prices for Portraits.

Paris, June 17.-Some high prices were brought by old masters at the sale today of the collection of Marc zell de Nemins of Budapest Rem brandt's portrait of his father was sold for S103, 200 and Frank Hals' Portrait of a Gentleman, for $5s,00O.
Norwich bulletin., 1913-06-18
FOR POLICE DUTY AT
 YALE-HARVARD RACE
Revenue Gutter Gresham Coming Reports Seeing Wreck on the Way.

Boston, June 16.-The big fve-mast- ed schooner Paul Palmer, which was abandoned on fire off Cape Cod yes terday, has sunk xix miles north by east from Race Point. according to a message received tonight from the revenue cutter Gresham, Three nnasts, attached to the broken rigging, hoated above the wreck The Gresham pro- ceeded to New London, where she will help police the Harvard Yale regatta, leaving the cutter Androscogginn to destroy the hulk The crew of the Palmer were landed by a fishing schooner at Provincetown last night.
Norwich bulletin., 1913-06-18

All of the 25 Democratic candidates for offices in Scott county, Kentucky, assembled at Georgetown Monday and pledged themselves neither toI'treat'' nor to use money In efforts te infiu- enee the voters in their favor at the primary to be held in August
Norwich bulletin., 1913-06-18

Johnny Dundee of New York was given the decision over Jack White If Chicago at the end of 20-round bout at Vernon arena, Los Angeles, last night. They fought at catch weights.
Norwich bulletin., 1913-06-18

A Meeting of the State Comm anders and recorders of the Ladies of the Maocabbees. was held at Reekyilla. Conn, yesterday and encouraging re- ports were received of the state of the order. Delegates from nearly all ths hives In Connecticut were present
Norwich bulletin., 1913-06-18
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Bubonic Plague in Hayti.

Port au Prince Hayti, June 17.-An epidemic of bubonic plague has broken out at the seaport of Jacmel, 30 mil $ from here. Numerous cases have been reported of which many have resulted fatally
Norwich bulletin., 1913-06-18

The Boston & Maine Railroad in- creased the salaries of their telegraph operators and ticket agents an average of 8 2-3 per cent.
Norwich bulletin., 1913-06-18

William Riley, 19 Years Old, was drowned when rowboat overturned near Norwich. N. Y.
Norwich bulletin., 1913-06-18

Louis Seelbach of Louisville was elected president of the Mutual Benefit association at their annual convention at Louisville, Ky, yesterday.
Norwich bulletin., 1913-06-18

Put the lid eH ieur peek af tFouhle, The bottom ef hill is the easiest to Feaeb
Norwich bulletin., 1913-06-18

The Federal Grand Jury at New York has begun a Sherman law inves- tigation into the operations of the Ma tional Wholesale Jewellers associa- tion