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Norwich bulletin., 1913-08-25
ROGUE COURTS AND INTEREST.

When the board of trade determined to guarantee the expense of eQuipping the courts of the local and National Rooue association in this city with ce- ment borders, 1t disposed of one of the two chief reasons back of any agita- ton in behalf of holding the tourna- ment elsewhere, and thus evidenced in a commendable manner the proper attitude towards it's retention here, and indicated realization of the value of the annual gathering to the city.
 There is one more way in which the city can contribute valuable aid for its own interests in the proposition and such should be the stimulation of a greater interest in the game. With the national tournament being held here there should be a greater partici
 patton locally in the sport and such can be gained in no better way than by arranging for a more general use of the courts by the boys and girls In order to be perpetuated the interest in the game must be kept alive by the younger generations The aSsocia- ton realizes that the courts are made better by steady and proper use and in no way could the double purpose of bettering the courts and creating a wider interest be obtained than by making this portion of the grounds, which the city will have become in- terested in, veritable playground with the necessary and constant super vision for instruction to the young and insurance of protection to the courts It Is a matter in which the association, both local and national, should be will ing to offer hearty cooperation.
Norwich bulletin., 1913-08-25
ALIVE TO THE NEEDS.

As a result of an investigation made bv the New London Business Men association, g. movement is on foot ln that city to acquire land and build some model cottages, the total cost or which would bring them within the means of wage-earners. This plan IS being worked out very successfully ln other cities, and there is no reason why there would not be a demand for such houses in New f.ondon.-. Commercial Record.
 This is a movement which should prove of immense value to many cities and Norwich would do well to endea- dertaking. It indicates a recognition of conditions which are known to exist with the purpose in view of overcom- ing them and giving the tenants req son for taking additional interest in the city and in living. There is noth- ing which contributes to satisfied population like comfortable and attrac- tive homes, and in this connection it is as important that they should be available to the wage earners as to others.
 The city which can offer good rents at reasonable figures has an asset O. much importance, of which every other city has a right to be envious, yet such envy should result, not in making the best of conditions, but in endeavorins to overcome them, as is the intention in New London city may have many advantages but if it does not of- fer desirable homes it neglects an inn portant attraction.
Norwich bulletin., 1913-08-25
LESSON IN OPTIMISM.

The value of persistency Is surely recognized by advocates of the uniVer- sal peace conference assembled at The Hague since their optimistic attitude on the subject closest to their hearts shows no deviation from the fixed be. lief that international differences should be adjusted through arbitration rather than by war. Though they have been laboring for two decades through their international gatherings they be- lieve In keeping everlastfngly at + despite wars and rumors of wars.
 They have met with encouraging acts by nations in the adoption Of arbitration treaties, only to see sew eral lapse without renewal, however much it is intended to renew such relations at the proper time Ihey have witnessed several wars with their attendant and always to be expected results. and though the lessons are apparent and urgent appeals have been made no check upon preparedness for any possible military or naval opera tions have been made.
 Despite such discouragements as have been experienced. it must be re- membered that the proposition of the peace advocates will gain it's great est strength through education. Wars cannot be checked in a minute and disarmament cannot be stopped in twinkling. That the delegates to the congress are more enthusiastic than ever Is a lesson in optimism worth noticing.
Norwich bulletin., 1913-08-25
AID 70 STATE LEGISLATION.

Connecticut has reason to feel that Governor Baldwin is manifesting the proper interest in the national confer ence of governors and the possibilities which are attached thereto by attend ing the session which opens this week at Colorado Springs. Though such conventions do net accomplish as much as they might, they are gatherings when taken seriously, and there, are ressens to believe that Connectieuts executive has such in mind an his trip, which offer much of profit Sub= jeets of timely importance in the matt ter of ieklslatien are due for discussion from which much material benefit IT. the way of object lessons should re. suit. 1t offers the opportunity for tho exchange of Ideas and state exper~ fences for the aid or guidance of these seeking light.
 It has an extensive field of useful ness through cooperating with tEe or ganixatiun working in behalf of uni- form state laws and the valuable in- terchanging of facts concerning the operation of laws for the better con- duct of state affairs should furnish ex- cellent food for thought and consider ation as an aid to future legislation. The wisdom of uniformity should be able to enlist strong champions through such conference and unfor- tunate is the state where the chic executive fails to realize the help which can be gained. Our successes and failures may be able to help others and vice versa
Norwich bulletin., 1913-08-25
FOR ROSE JARS.

Gather . quantity Of roses on fine, dry days. Remove the petals till you have obtained about half a peck of them. Take large china or glass bowl and put a handful of salt at the bottom, then a handful of rose petals, more salt. and so on till all the petals are used, scattering salt on top. Let this remain five days, stirring and turning it twice a day. Add three ounces of corase powdered allSpice and two ounces of bruised stick cinnamon. This forms the stock. Allow it to re- main a week, turning it daily from bottom to top. Then put into the permanent jar or bowl one ounce of allspice and adding the stock layer by layer, sprinkle with the following mixture: One ounce of cloves, one ounces of coarse powdered allspice and powdered, some ginger root, half an ounce of anise seed. half pond of freshly dried lavender flower, two ounce of anise seed, half pound of any of the following essential oils jessamine, rose, lavender. lemon, ver- bena or rosemary.
Norwich bulletin., 1913-08-25
TESTING CITY MANAGER.

Cities which are finding 1t necessary to have new charters are being in huenced to adopt instruments radically different from the old form so gen. orally used The idea of a city with out a mayor was almost unheard of a few years ago. but mary changes in city government have been made, and as the result of the development which this subject has undergone. the city of Dayton. O. by it's new charter is tc be governed by a commission of five and a manager hired by the commis sion. Thus a manager succeeds 8 mayor. his duties being:
 To see that the laws and ordinances are enforced.
 To appoint and, except as herein provided. remove all directors of de partments and all subordinate officers and employees in the department, in both the classified and unclassified service; all appointments to be upon merit and fitness alone. and in the classified service all appointments and removals to be subject to the civil ser vice provisions of this charter
 To exercise control over all depart ments and divisions created herein or that may be hereafter created by the commission.
 To attend all meetings of the com mission with the right to take part in the discussion. but having no vote.
 To recommend to the commission for adoption such measures as he may deem necessary or exFedient.
 To keep the commission fully ad- vised as to the financial condition and needs of the city; and
 To perform such other duties as may be prescribed by this charter or be required of him by ordinance or res olution of the commission.
 The object. is to eliminate politics and get dosJn to a business basis in a the conduct of the city, and in it's en- deavor Dayton will be watched by those which are contemplating a change. It gives the opportunity to demonstrate whether business can oust partisan politics In city affairs.
Norwich bulletin., 1913-08-25
HEALTH AND BEAUTY.

Water in which a bit of washing soda has been dissolved is restful for a, bath for the feet. Hot salt water is equally refreshing, while a vigorous rubbing with alcohol will quickly re- lieve burning sensation.
 The most neglected parts of the head are the back of the neck. right behind the lower part of the ear and that part of the cheek which lies directly in front of the ear. A cold cream bath In these parts of the anatomy will re- veal unbelievable quantities of dirt In
 using your brush every day don't for
 get these parts of the neck and face It will be found an excellent idea to give the skin daily bath first in warm water and soap. then in cold cream. The best time for this bath is at night before retiring Then d cold sponge off ib all that is neces- sary in the morning. Besides, 1t is
 unwise te let the dirt of the day stay in the face all night. It is much wiser : to remove it before 1t becomes en- bodied in the skin,
 The eutdeer life led by women. while an excellent thing SC far as the gene raj health is concerned, rebs the scalp of its essential oil where exposure is
Norwich bulletin., 1913-08-25
LETTERS TO THE EDITOR.
Wild Oats and Wild Carrots.

MT Editor: 1 learn from today's is sue of The Bulletin that Dr. Nicola gave the closing lecture of his Gospel of Health series at the Wilfimantic camp ground, Friday. The lecture bore the significant title Wild Oats. the Sowing, the Growing and the Now ing.
 Would that the doctor might come to Norwich and lecture on Wild Car rots, the growing Of which is illegal. Turning to the ever welcome column or The Man Who Talks I find it was Charles Dudley Warner who wrote The weeds grow up as if the devil was in them," and The Man Who Talks adds that no one has questioned the statement since it was penned
 The Man Who Talks also quotes Celia Thaxter as likening the weeds to a wild, vigorous. struggling army, full of health and strength and a most marvellous power of growth-a force quickly to be assailed if it is to be overcome.
 Says The Man Who Talks, The weeds in the garden strike me as na- lures loudest protest against laziness.'' If that conclusion be true the pro- test is now most vigorously proclaimed in the abundant crop of wild or weed carrots on the premises of neglectful land owners in one of the most beau t1ful and thickly settled residential
 
 One must SOW his wild oatsh to show their ''blossoms'' on his face and to ruin his life: but wild carrots do their own sowing and often with the help of the winds and birds, injure not only the lazy or neglectful mans land, but also spread their injurious work on the land of the man who would have it kept in proper condi- tion. Blossoms like these should not be associated with The Rose of New Eng land.
 When wild carrots once gain pos session they are worse than the Turks to fight, and nothing short of Grecian valor and persistency can subdue them A retired farmer told me recently that it took him five years of constant war fare to rid his farm of the intruders. Now, if wild carrots do the sowing and the growing" won't the lazy or neslectful man wake up and do the moving?
 C. Fl. TALCOTT.
 Norwich. Aug. 23. 1918.
Norwich bulletin., 1913-08-25
WASHING NET cuRTAINs.

To wash net curtains soak them in an eerthenware bowl ar porcelain tub over night in suds of white soap. First wash them through one soapy water to remove the surface dust. Then put them in the studs made of shaved white soap. boiling water and horax to four quarts of water; in the morn ing wash the curtains gently in sew eral waters until they are clean and then rinse them in clear water until all trace of soap has disappeared But starch and dry them.
Norwich bulletin., 1913-08-25
WOMAN IN LIFE AND IN THE KITCHEN

prolonged and the hatless hahit is fel- lowed: The scalp becomes drawn and hard, the hair reets are starved and in time the hair falls, The sun also burns hairs rendering 1t harsh and dis eeleFed A covering of some descrip- tieH should always be wern over the head te keep the sun's rays from directly striking 1t. A parasel Is far cooler than a hat and serves quite as we'll
Norwich bulletin., 1913-08-25
CARE OF UMBRELLA.

When coming in with a wet um- brella, stand it handle down to dry, then wipe off the handle and ferrule and furl the silk sections. If the silk gets a spot on it, remove it with a. silk rag, warm water and soap. Clean gold or silver handle with whiting. wash china handle in warm soap suds, rub up a wooden handle with a very slightly oil rag. A good way to mend a silk umbrella is to wet a piece Of black court plaster and fasten it to the silk just under the tear and let it dry
Norwich bulletin., 1913-08-25
THE WEDDING CAKE.

Any rich fruit cake. heavily. iced and decorated in white. may serve as a wedding cake, At an informal we'd ding the bride will cut the wedding cake.
 For pretty little ceremony of this cake cutting the guests should make wide circle with white satin rib bon about the bridal pair. To add to the gayety of the occasion 1t should have baked in 1t the silver symbols which denote various fortunes.
Norwich bulletin., 1913-08-25
CLEANING CHAIRS.

Leather chairs often become greasy looking where the arms and head rest on the leather. To remove these marks try linseed oil. Boil half a pint of old. and let it stand until nearly cold then pour in half a pint of vinegar Stir till it is we'll mixed and bottle. When it is ready for use put few drops on flannel and polish off with soft clusters: This will thoroughly renovate all leather.
Norwich bulletin., 1913-08-25
HOME coLoRs.

A good rule to follow in furnishing the summer home, is to use in the liv- ing room with gray walls cretonne showing an oyster gray, or blue and green background. In d room with either of these decorations the chairs and tables. if they are of wicker, could be stained a soft gray green Rooms with their exposures to the west and south can be finished in blue and green. those to the east and north in yellow or pink. The walls of these rooms may be tinted or papered with gray
Norwich bulletin., 1913-08-25
OLIVES FROM CHERRIES.

Take the largest and firmest of Bing or Royal Anne cherries and, after washing them, put the stems and all into glass quart jar. Add two table spoonfuls of salt, four tabiespoonfuls of vinegar and fill the jar with cold water. Seal tight, shake we'll and set away six weeks, when they will be ready for use. It might be we'll to nearly dissolve the salt in little water before adding the vinegar
Norwich bulletin., 1913-08-25
NEW sAsHEs.

Sashes may be tied at the side of the back with short ends. or may hang from fiat bow directly in the middle of the back with long, side plaited ends, caught at the bottom by hem stitched bands of ribbon or silk. Picot edged ribbon sashes have tasseled ends. Small sashes tie directly in the middle of the front with three inch loops edged with five inch fringe.
Norwich bulletin., 1913-08-25

Loosely woven ramie linens are much used just now as a background for designs carried out in soft cottons. Outlining French knots, some solid work and a few of eyelets are thrown into relief by rows of evenly spaced alarming.
Norwich bulletin., 1913-08-25
RECIPES.

Bacon on Toast-Slice breakfast bacon very thin, put each slice on a square of stale light bread, place in a baking pan and put that into a hot oven, first on the bottom to brown the under side of the bread, and then on the grate above to toast the bacon and upper side of bread. Serve as soon as done Very appetiz- ing if carefully done.
Norwich bulletin., 1913-08-25
TOWELS CLEANED.

Dingy towels may frequently be re- stored to normal whiteness by putting in a kettle of cold water. adding white soap shavings and lemon juice and letting come slowly to boil. Rinse in tepid water, then blue water and hang in the sun.
Norwich bulletin., 1913-08-25
Cucumber Vinaiarette-

Cucumber VinaisretteEPlace thin slices of cucumbers on a lettuce leaf in individual dishes and pour over each d tablespoonful of sauce vinaigrette made as follows: Four tablespoonfuls of oil, two of vinegar and two of mine ed pickles, one large or two medium sized green onions chopped fine: a tablespoonful of salt. two of mustard and a half aspoonful of white pepper Mix thoroughly
Norwich bulletin., 1913-08-25
RUBBER CHAIR TIPS

Rubber tips for the dining room chairs will save the hardwood floors from constant scratching. The ups cost little and save both work and the floors. The dining room chairs are so likely to be pushed back in a way to mar the polish of the floor that these chairs in particular should be protected with tips.
Norwich bulletin., 1913-08-25

Thaw has been advised to seek nat ura1ization in Canada, It might be q good thing for this country, but Can ada must be credited with better iudg- ment than permitting any such addi- tion to it's subjects.
Norwich bulletin., 1913-08-25
CONCERNING WOMEN.

W. c. Brownell has given two new prizes to Vassar college in memory of his wife who was a graduate of the class of 1873 One hundred dol lars is to be given each year to the senior and $1o0 to the senior holding the highest rank in history and econo- mics
Norwich bulletin., 1913-08-25

The open air girl is not content merely to have a colored crepe de chine handkerchief tucked into the breast pocket of her knitted or feecy coat, but she must have bow at her throat to match it exactly in color. These sets are made in the prettiest shades of blue, mauve and canary.
Norwich bulletin., 1913-08-25
ocHER IN STARCH.

To keep the color of ecru lace when washing it, add a little yellow ocher oil paint to the starch. Mix a small amount of the ocher with boiling water and add it to the starch, or to the last rinsing water if starch is not used.
Norwich bulletin., 1913-08-25

Childrens clothing requires many buttonholes and if these are button hole stitched many hours are passed at the task. Loops of strong braid will answer the same purpose and re- quire but very little time to sew them on. Make the loops fairly long, so that the strain will not be too much on them
Norwich bulletin., 1913-08-25

A lady who keeps a number of ser- wants has a victrola for their use and in selecting records for it she chose dance music and we'll known airs
 generally. The nurse frequently sets the music going while with the child ren. and the other day she asked their mother If she could not get some new records of sober tunes or hymns Il don't like to have the children, hear ragtime so much" she explained, and
Norwich bulletin., 1913-08-25

Maryland state officials are prepar- ing 10 prosecute those who neglect birth certificates. The importance of filing all birth, death and marriage certificates ought not to require much emphasis but it does.
Norwich bulletin., 1913-08-25

With the Maine progressives insist ing on their own candidate for con- gress in the special election there should be no need for the democrats to worry or even secure Secretary Bryan to stump the district
Norwich bulletin., 1913-08-25

Now that the pocketiRg ef the fees has been stepped in the cenaptreilers effice it might be well te look around and see if there are other offices where change of custom for the benefit of the state is needed.
Norwich bulletin., 1913-08-25

Delegates from the principal indust- rial countries of Europe will meet Sept. Is at Berne, by invitation of the Swiss government, to consider the drafting of an international agreement to prohibit the employment of boys and girls below specified ages and to fix a maximum ten hour day for work CTS within certain ages.
Norwich bulletin., 1913-08-25

Mayor Gaynor of New York may not realize it at present, but the discard ing of him as 8 candidate for reelec- ton by Tammany is only saving him from defeat later en-
Norwich bulletin., 1913-08-25

The rather flat, many ribbed parasol, especially when covered with the plain colored silk is modish. Often the ribs are gilt tipped
Norwich bulletin., 1913-08-25

The maline ruffs whether two tone or not are used not only for the neck. but are extremely modish for trimming hats.
Norwich bulletin., 1913-08-25
TO CLEAR SOUP.

Many housewives dislike to strain soup. This discovery may make it easier Pour the soup. while hot, through muslin cloth which has just
 been wEung out of ice water. When it
 has all sbeen strained, heat again and
Norwich bulletin., 1913-08-25

Now that railroad systems are pho tographing at ball games those em- ployes Vho ask to attend funerals, the bleachers can be expected to develop into a masquerade.
Norwich bulletin., 1913-08-25

A novelty in porcelain hatpin hold er-indeed, it may be used for hold ing aowers-comes from Australia. The container is guarded by figures of women in stylish garb, eigh or ten inches high. The heads are swathed in turbans of crepe tissue paper. So closely does the porcelain gown of the figures resemble the turban in ap- pearance that 1t is difficult to detect the two materials.
Norwich bulletin., 1913-08-25

President Wilson's message on Mex ico can be expected to be short and to the point with proper refrain from any inf1ammable utterances.
Norwich bulletin., 1913-08-25

There is a question at the present just who controls the dogs of war in Mexico and how long such conditions will continue.
Norwich bulletin., 1913-08-25

The fixing of the date for the open ing of the fall term of school marks the coming of the melancholy days for the future citizens.
Norwich bulletin., 1913-08-25

The most up to date shoe buckles are of French brass hHgree with set tings in Bulgarian colors. The prices for these conceits range from S3.50 to $7 a pair
Norwich bulletin., 1913-08-25

The Matteawan authorities are lock ing the stable after the horse is stolen by telling how Thaw is to be treated when he is returned.
Norwich bulletin., 1913-08-25

single band of colored velvet rib bon is often the finish at the waist line on simple lingerie gown of voile or marquisette.
Norwich bulletin., 1913-08-25

Mantclets of cotton brocade and silk are displayed in a great variety of styles Hats of brilliantly colored straw are trimmed with plumage springing from a base of flowers. This coynbina- tion of feathers and flowers is very strong this season
Norwich bulletin., 1913-08-25
needless to say, she got what she wanted

The heads of number of women's colleges in London and other we'll known English men and women have sent memorial to MT. Asquith ask ing him to permit more women to take government positions besides those in the postoffice department. The mem orial states that it is not the intention to flood the country with women em- ployes, since useful admission depends on the good will of the heads of de- partments
Norwich bulletin., 1913-08-25

New nursery towels depict boating scenes, with quaint figures and ob jeets all done in appropriate coloring and the very simplest of stitches.
Norwich bulletin., 1913-08-25
As Clear a. Mud,

President Wilson will not recognize the Mexican government until Huerta gets out, and Huerta will not get out until thrown out bodily So there you are.-Kansas City Journal
Norwich bulletin., 1913-08-25

The sample of rain which the wealth erman furnished was satisfactory and several more would be even more ap- nreciated.
Norwich bulletin., 1913-08-25

Ratine coats three-quarter length, are rounded in front so as to disclose the gown beneath. They are fastened with buttons of fancy motifs.
Norwich bulletin., 1913-08-25

Brocaded crepe Trianon is & ma- terial recently launched by famous manufacturer.
Norwich bulletin., 1913-08-25

When Canada inclines to letting Thaw dispose of his own case, it is taking a strange view of justice, un- warranted by the circumstances