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Norwich bulletin., 1913-12-02
ONE YEAR IN JAIL
 FOR MARION MORSE
Is Sentence Given by Judge Greene in
 Superior Court.

Marion Morse of this city, who plead ed guilty recently to one of 23 counts charging offenses against the moral code of the state, after the others had been nolled, was sentenced by Judge Gardiner Greene in the superior court here on Monday morning to a year in jaiI
 The accused was accompanied to court by her sister and a woman friend. She left the Backus hospital last week for her home and was able to walk in court without aid. There were only four spectators in the court room.
 When States Attorney Hull moved for sentence Attorney Comstock, who was counsel for the accused, said he had nothing to say, and Judge Greene said he would be guided in the dis posal of the case by the way other cases had been treated when the ac- cused pleaded guilty. After court ad journed, Marion Morse was taken to the jail in a hack by Deputy Sheriff H. E. Draper. accompanied by her sis ter and her friend.
 The case against Elmer M. Chad wick of Salem, charged with tamper- ing with Juror, was nOlled in tn court on motion of States Attorney Hull.
 Chadwick was arrested nearly two years ago. charged with tampering with a juror in a civil case which was being tried in the superior court in this city. It was alleged that Chad wick was interested in the case and approached a juror from Colchester and attempted to influence him.
 Chadwick was presented at the next term of the criminal superior court, since when the case has been on the docket on continuances until the nolle was allowed on Monday.
 The criminal court adjourned with out day after these two matters had been disposed of
Norwich bulletin., 1913-12-02
MYSTIC sHRINERs.
Invited to Annual ConclaVe of Sphinx
 Temple by Novel Announcement.

Versatility on the part of the man who gets up the annual announce ments for Sphinx temple Nobles of the Mystic Shrine. is shown by the current issue of that document I he announcement is printed in the form of a railroad timetable and is a satir- ical allusion to the New York. New Haven and Hartford railroad and it's present difficulties in squaring itself with the public. The front cover of the announcement is in imitation of the cover of the railroad winter schedule. The gaunt type. familiar to raidroad patrons, is counterfeited with the proclamation that it is the New Work, New Heros and Hardup Sand road" The statement that "Camels run week days only" is followed by a list of several officers. It is declared there is Plenty of Game in Hartford, with partridge and old hens especially abundant" and a variety of similar puns are included.
 Anyone who has been in Hartford long enough to view Park river will comprehend the humor of the exploit ation of vacation charms along it's banks, as the announcement does The screed also takes a crack at the $67 100000 of debentures. of which
Norwich bulletin., 1913-12-02
BROOKLYN RECTOR WAS
 CLERICUS ESSAYIST. Rev. A. p Nell Presented Paper Upon Christianity and the Supernatural.

Monday afternoon the regular month ly meeting of the Clericus of the New London Archdeaconry was held at the WaUregan house. Previous to the meeting dinner was enjoyed by those mem bers present. Rev. A. P. Nell of Brooklyn was the essayist, and he took for his subject Christianity and the Supernatural Revs. Ferris. Jr, IT, win and Bohanan were the book re- viewers.
 The members present at the meeting were: Rev. R. R. Graham of Norwich, Archdeacon J. Eldred Brown of Nor wich, Rev Charles J. Mason of Ston- ington, Rev. Charles s. NJ. Stewart of Groton, Rev. C. J. Hartman of Put nam, Rev Charles L. Adams of Willi mantle. Rev. James H. George, Jr., of Danielson, Rev. P Sidney Irwin, of Pomfret, Rev A. P. Nell of Brooklyn, and Rev. P. M. Kerridge of New Lon- don.
Norwich bulletin., 1913-12-02
City Lighting.
NORWICH MEN If
 LIST OF DELEGATES Five Named to Represent This State at Rivers and Harbors Congress.

President Frank H. johnston of New Britain of the State Business Mems association, stated Monday that there are number of additional names to be included with those already given out as going to the tenth annual con- vention of the National Rivers and Harbors congress to be held in Wash ington on Wednesday and Thursday of this week. The following delegates have been added to the list
 New Britain, D McAIiuan Hartford, w F. Pitkin Derby, J. Peterson; Shelton, D. N. Clark; Bridgeport, A. W. Burritt and R. J. Mackenzie; New H. ChappelI, A. T. Miner, E. E. Rog- CTS and T. A. Scott; Middletown, Samuel Russell, Jr.; Norwich, F. H. Smith, J. Henry Shannon, J. F. Will liams, Henry Gebrath and Dr. William c, Mclaughlin,
Norwich bulletin., 1913-12-02
ENTERTAINED FOR
 MUSICIAN FROM PORTLAND.
Friends of Miss Geraldine Dat Enjoyed
 Piano Solos by Fred Hill.

Miss Geraldine Oat entertained a few friends at her home, on Pearl street, Saturday evening in honor of her cousin, Fred Hill of Portland, Me The evening was delightfully spent with music, both vocal and instrument al, and with games. MT. Hill who is an organist at one of the largest churches and a musician of great abil- ity, gave much pleasure to the guests by several piano solos.
 Dainty refreshments were served at the close of the evening. The guests were Fred Hill. MT, and Mrs Harry Hill, Miss Elaine Hitchon, Miss Ella Bowe. Miss Leotta Oat and the Messrs Fred Oat Alfred Allen and Reginald Ward
Norwich bulletin., 1913-12-02
TAFTVILLE
Death of Mrs. John Fitzner After an
 Illness of Two Years.

After an illness of about two years, Mary Murphy. widow of John Fitz- gerald died at her home on Merchants avenue about [ o'clock Saturday even ing. She was the daughter of Johr and Hanora Fogarty Murphy and was born in Ireland. She came to this country a number of years ago and for a time resided at the Norwich Falls, where she was united in mar riage with John Fitzgerald. For the past IT years Mrs. Fitzgerald had made her home here She was mem Der of the Sacred Heart church daughter Ellen Fitzgerald and a son, Thomas Fitzgerald, both of Taftville survive her. Mrs Fitzgerald had many warm friends who sincirely mourn her death.
Norwich bulletin., 1913-12-02
GEO. A. DAVIS From Now Until Christmas
 This Store Will Be Headquarters For Things Beautiful And Useful For Holiday Gifts

All of our merchandise is of the very best quality, and consists of a line of goods found III no other store in Norwich.
 Solid Mahogany Serving Trays, Round and Oval Ma hogany Smoking Stands, Ma hogany Book Racks, Mahog- any Invalid Tables. These are specially good). Mahog- any Sewing Stands and Ma hogany Candles6cks, Electric Coffee Pots, Coffee Perco- lators and Chahng Dishes.
 An enormous line of Leather Goods, Fine China and Cut Glass.
 Don't forget that we also carry complete line of East mans Kodaks, and Premo Cameras.
 This is the place to get good goods.
Norwich bulletin., 1913-12-02
THREE FEET MORE
 WILL FILL RESERVOIRS.
Stony Brook and Fairview Have Both
 Gained by Recent Rains.

The rain of Friday and Saturday measured .72 of an inch and gave a inches.
 Up to Nov. 28 the two reservoirs both showed the influence of the fall rains, as each is now about three feet short of the full pond mark Stony Brook reservoir was down 37 inches from full pond last Friday and Fair view was down 39 inches.
 As indicated by this measurement at this time of the year, the city may expect some time within the next few months to have the experience of own ing two reservoirs and both full and running over.
Norwich bulletin., 1913-12-02
MINISTERS TO MEET.
County Association WiIr Hear Rev. J. w. Bixler's Report from National Council

The New London County Association of Ministers will hold their regular monthly meeting today (Tuesday) in the Second Congregational church. Rev. George H. Ewing, moderator. will De In charge of the morning session, which will open at 1O.3O o'clock. An essay on The Survey of the Primitive Sacrifice will be read by Rev. A. F. Earnshaw of Mystic. At noon lunch will be served. and at the afternoon session report on the National coun- c1l will be given by Rev. J. ". BfxIer. U. D., Of New London. The associa,- ton was formerly known as the Con ference of Churches.
Norwich bulletin., 1913-12-02

mock reproduction is made with the statement that these debentures will be issued as soon as the public utih- ties commission acts.''
 The meeting of Sphinx temple at Hartford on Dec. 10 is the purport of this curious announcement It gives notice that the income tax will soon be due and advocates disposing of your wealth at oncn
Norwich bulletin., 1913-12-02
TAKEN TO HOSPITAL
 IN SERIOUS CONDITION
Ex-Mayor CrandaIl Has Small Chance
 of Recovery, 1t Is Reported

Ex- Mayor Ashabel CrandaH of Nor wich was admitted to the Memorial hospital at New London Monday morning as a medical patient Mir. Crandall was taken seriously i'll at the Winthrop hotel and had to be re- moved to the hospital in the police patrol. At the hospital it was re- ported that because of his age ex- Mayor CFandalPs illness is liable to prove fatal.
 MT. Crandan besides being former mayor of Norwich is also ex-senator from this district
 The disease that he is now victom of appeared some time ago, but not until a few days ago did it become serious Monday morning Superinten- dent Mansfield investigated the case and immediately secured his transfer to the hospital
Norwich bulletin., 1913-12-02
How to Cure Rheumatism Prominent Doctors Best Prescrip-
 ton Easily Mixed at Home.

I his simple and harmless formula bas II, quickly relieving chronic and acnIa rheumatism and backache. From yonr dIugglst get one ounce of Toris com one ounce. of syrup of SarsaparffIa com pound. Take these two ingredients home ana put them In a half pint of good Wnlskey- snake the bottle and take a taDiespoonful before each meal and al 2eotime Good results come after the nlSI lew doses. lf your druggist does Will get 1t for you in 8 few hours from hls "holesale house Don't be infuenced this Insist on having the gennina dorls compound in the original, one ounce, sea led, yellow package This was published here last winter ana hundreds of the worst cases were cirnd
 by tt in short time. Published bW
 t9e tI99 Globe Pharmaceutical laboratories
Norwich bulletin., 1913-12-02
Silver Weddtna ceIebrated.

MT. and Mrs. H. Willis Armstrong celebrated their 25th wedding anniver- sal'y at their home in Waterford Sat urday night supper consisting of saIads, cake, coffee, fruit and ice cream was served. The house was decorated with chrysanthemums and carnations Many presents of cut glass. china, Iin- en and silver were received.
Norwich bulletin., 1913-12-02
Successful HoIidav Sale.

There was a large attendance at the opening day of the holiday sale by Miss Maud c. Buckingham from a m. to p. m Monday. The dainty and ex- elusive novelties in neckwear( belts, sasheS, boudoir and toilette accessories, pretty baskets, guest towels, fancy cushions, etc, found a ready sale.
Norwich bulletin., 1913-12-02
Shop Talk at Thermos Plant.

At the Y M c. A. shop talk at the plant of the American Thernqos Bottle company Monday noon Rev. Edward s. Worcester, pastor of the Broadway Congregational church, spoke on the subject Is Religion Reasonable? Solos Were rendered by George Turner, ac- cOmpanied by Miss Harriet Colt, Gen eral Secretary Edwin Hill of the Y, AI c. A. was in charge of the service,
Norwich bulletin., 1913-12-02
Friends Help Miss Agnes Ryley Ob-
 serve Her Birthday.

Saturday evening a merry party of friends gathered at the home of Miss Agnes Ryley, North Main street, to celebrate her birthday. Among those present were guests from Jewett City, Taftville, Occum and Baltic. Card games were played prizes being awarded the winners, after which a delicious supper was served in the din- ing room, which was decorated in Thanksgiving coiors. Other games were played after the supper and mu- sic was enjoyed The guests departed all wishing their hostess many happy returns of the day.
Norwich bulletin., 1913-12-02
OBITUARY.
Mrs. Robert Breokenridoe.

FITss hUp5Tt bTeCkehf1dge.
 The death of Elizabeth A. Brecken- ridge, wife of the late Robert Breck- enridge occurred Sunday in Jamaica, N- Y. Mrs. Breckenridge was for merly a resident of Greeneville. Rob- ert Breckenridge of Elta street Is a son The body will be brought here for burial in the Hickory street cem- etery today
Norwich bulletin., 1913-12-02

This statement SHOWS that the per centage of expenses to sales in the electric department has decreased 2.2 per cent even after including a large increase in the depreciation charges. This creditable showing is attributa ole to a large decrease in repairs to works. together with a very marked decrease in stable expenses. The decrease in cost of corrent purchased was offset by a corresponding increase in the cost of fuel coal. The other expense
Norwich bulletin., 1913-12-02
Continue Trial of kanure Case.

The civil superior court will come in here this morning for 3 continue ton of the trial of the suit of Miss Margaret Kanure of New London vs Brainerd &o Armstrong Go. for S1O.000 damages for injuries received in inc mill on Oct. 26, 1910 The trial was begun last week.
Norwich bulletin., 1913-12-02
Denied Motion to Set Aside Verdict.

Judge c. B. Waller of the common pleas court has denied the defendants motion to set aside the verdict in the recent case of Eliza A. Hewitt vs. Burrows R. Park of North Stoning- ton, in which the plaintiff was given a S25 verdict ia a suit over the taking of gravel from bank by the side of a bond
Norwich bulletin., 1913-12-02
GAS & ELECTRIC PROFITS s44, O95
Shown in Commissioners Report For Year Ending July 31- Is Gain of $3,O7611 Over Total For Preceding Year Gas Plant Earned $7,712O6 Electric Plant $36, 6,3s297.

The board of gas and electrical conl- nfssioners, consisting of Dr. James J. Donohue, Daniel T. Shea, Archibald 8. Spalding. David s. Gilmour and Charles D. Whitaker, made It's annual report to the common council on Mon- day evening, covering the operations of the department for the year up to July 1st, 1913. It IS the ninth annual report of the department
 Profit of $44,095.o3.
 The. report states that the profit from this department after deducting 5 per cent depreciation on the real book value of the plant and after paying $2O,000 interest on the bonds out standing against the plant, amounted to $44, ,095.03 for the year. which is a return of 146 per cent on the city 7 investment or 6.9 per cent. upon the book value of the plant.
 Of this amount the gas plant earned $7,712.o6, and the electric plant $36. 382.97.
 This is an increase over the pre- ceding year of S3,076.11. or .75 per cent, and is all the more treditahle when it is recalled that during the year upon which report is made, the expenses include s15,085.S3 more de preciation than was charged against the profits of the preceding year. OW- ing to the new basis upon which the present commissioners have decided to figure this expense.
 Comparing Two Years.
 A comparison of the percentage of expenses to total sales for the past two years is made as follows:
 Gas
Norwich bulletin., 1913-12-02
Added purinq the Year.

The, detailed statement of the plant shows the following additions in the year:
 Gas-New mains, s1,68442; Thermos mains, s5,41403 new services, $1- 329.06; new meters, $1,535.9S, which is total of $9.963.49
 The electric plant additions were: Special turbine and generator. $3S- 222.77; new lines. $4.613.07; new ser vices, S1,81717; new transformers, $1,512.21; new meters, $3,21137, a total of $49.376.59.
 City Lighting.
 The number of arc lights now in use by the city is 273. and incandescent lights 335- These have burned every night in the year
 The actual cost of the city lighting for the past two years is shown as fol-
Norwich bulletin., 1913-12-02

attendance and the evening was a de- lightful one for all. The supper was served at 10 o'clock. after which there was dancing until a late hour.
Norwich bulletin., 1913-12-02

FrOm JH6 dDONt SLdIeIIISII II IS shown that percentage of expenses to sales increased 106 per cent. in the past year over the preceding year. About per cent. of this is attributable to increase in depreciation charges and the remainder to increased manu- featuring labor cost, repairs to works and increased cost of coal.
 EIac+ric
Norwich bulletin., 1913-12-02

Wallace Larkin and Arthur Lucier walked to Baltic Sunday. They expect 10 walk to Wiilimantic next Sunday.
Norwich bulletin., 1913-12-02

Miss Elizabeth McGarrigle has recov- cred from the serious operation she underwent at the Backus hospital, and will soon be able to attend school.
Norwich bulletin., 1913-12-02
Girls Friendly Society Social.

The Girls Friendly society of St. Andrews church have issued invita- tions for social to be given in the guild room
Norwich bulletin., 1913-12-02
Indians Won,

The Indians beat the Eagles at foot ball Saturday morning by the score of 10 to [. The game was an exciting one.
Norwich bulletin., 1913-12-02

Raymond Wade returned to Lynn Sunday after spending Thanksgiving at his home on Boswell avenue
Norwich bulletin., 1913-12-02
Roast Pi1 Sumner

The Maennerchor club held a roast pig supper at the Maennerchor hall Saturday evening. There was a large
Norwich bulletin., 1913-12-02

Dec Dion has returned to Holy Cross college after spending the holidays at his home here.
Norwich bulletin., 1913-12-02
THE WEATHER.
Forecast for Today.

Forecast for Today. For Southern New England; Unset- tied Tuesday; Wednesday partly cloudy; light to moderate northeast to east winds.
 Predictions from the New fork Her aldi On Tuesday 1t will be generally overcast. preceded by rain. with slight ly lower temperatures and fresh varia- ble winds, followed by clearing condf- tions. The outlook for Wednesday, is fair and colder.
 Observations in Norwich. The following records. reported from SeVin's pharmacy, show the changes fin temperature and the barometric changes Monday;
 Ther. Bar. a. III s.sssssss 41 oV4o 1z m. ...sa.ss 4o 5u4o P. m. 4S oU.4V Highest 50, lowest 40.
 Comparisons. Predictions for Monday: Partly cloudy.
 Mondays weather: As predicted, with northwest wind.
 Sun, Moon and Tides.
Norwich bulletin., 1913-12-02
Personals.

William Barry has accepted a posi- ton with Michael Bray, the grocer.
Norwich bulletin., 1913-12-02

Mrs. M. Louise Hill of Bedding. Conn.,. is the guest of her daughter. Mrs. Luther D. Packer. of No North A street
Norwich bulletin., 1913-12-02

John Bauer of New Bedford has re- turned after spending a few days here with relatives.
Norwich bulletin., 1913-12-02
Piles Quickly
 Cured At Home
Instant Relief, Permanent cure-TriaI Package Mailed Free to All
 in Plain Wrapper.

Many cases of Piles have been cured by a trial package of Pyramid Pile Remedy without further treatment When it proves it's value to you, get more from your druggist at soc a box, and be sure you get the kind you ask for. Simply fill out free coupon be- low and mail today. Save yourself from the surgeons knife and it's tor ture the doctor and his bills.
Norwich bulletin., 1913-12-02

George Bliss of Willimantic was the guest of friends on Eighth street re- cendy-
Norwich bulletin., 1913-12-02
Personals

Miss Ada Belalr is confined to the house by illness.
Norwich bulletin., 1913-12-02

Hartweil Thompson of Harvard Ned ical school spent Thanksgiving at his home here.
Norwich bulletin., 1913-12-02
GREENEVILLE

Six hours after high water it is low tide, which is followed by flood tide
Norwich bulletin., 1913-12-02

accounts remained practically the same as during the preceding year, although total sales increased 15.5 Der cent. during the year. $59, 9,34O.08 for Additions.
 During the past year $59. 3400S was expended for additions to the plant Of this amount $38,222.77 was for new generator and turbine and $5,414.03 for the new "Thernos main.'
 For the gas plant there have been added during the year the following new mains, all wrought iron pipe: 2,014 feet of 2 1-2 inch, 2,333 feet of 3snch, and 180 feet of 2 inch: and also the 36 feet of inch cast iron pipe removed and replaced with inch pipe
 Balance Sheet.
 The balance sheet on July 31st Is shown as follows:
 Assets. Plant account s634, ,605. 52 inventory ............... 14,081.62 Clty treasurer ........a...... 176, ,S30.71 CaSh .............. 75.00 Account receivable . 17,033.01 Advance boiler insurance. 12639 Total ...... .s842,752,25
 Liabilities. City's investment .. $302, 900 co Bonds outstanding against plant .................... 400. 900 co Accounts payable - 5,79390I Interest accrued on bonds 166666 Guarantee deposits - 722. 50 Accrued water tax. 6023 Profits at Aug. 1,
 after making ad-
 justing entries $S5,51975 Add profit for year,
 Gas . 7,71206 Electricity . 36,38297 Interest for two
 years on funds. 2,S941S
 $132, sos 96 Total SS49 752 95
Norwich bulletin., 1913-12-02

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The Logan Republican. [volume] (Logan, Utah) 1902-1924, 1913-01-14
SAFE METHODS FoR
POISONING RODENTS

The rat is a menace. He spreads
diseases. notably the bubonic plague.
And health authorities are advising
his extinction by poison.
But 1t is not always safe or easy
to do the poisoning. Here are some
hints on the subject from the Medi.
cal Review OF Reviews:
Do not put poisoned pieces Of
bread in the open, because they may
be picked up by children or domestic
animals; but put them in the rat
holes where they cannot be got at
by human beings or domestic AM.
mails.
When this is not practicable get
small box and put small pieces of
poisoned bread in a bowl, cover the
bowl with a box and bore a hole two
inches in diameter In each end of the
box. These noles are big enough to
admit the rats will keep out the cats,
dogs and chickens. Keep track of ev-
cry piece of poison put out; then
The Logan Republican. [volume] (Logan, Utah) 1902-1924, 1913-01-14
MARINE WORMS START
PEARLS TO FORMATION

For many centuries, even until
comparatively recent times, IL was
the common belief that pearls were
drops of dew that gained entrance
into the shell of an oyster and there
were transformed into lustrous gems.
= Arab and Indian divers still believe
that a certain seasons oysters come
to the surface and suck in the rain.
drops that later become pearls. Sci
ence, however, has rudely shattered
this poetic fancy and discovered the
real origin to be worm.
We now know that almost any for
eign bodya grain of sand, bit Of
mud or shell piece of seaweed or
a small animal-may by its irritation
cause the mullosk to cover it and
make 1t the nucleus of pearl; but
the largest part OF the annual pearl
crop of the world is due TO parasites
that normally pass a part of their
live cycle within the shell of the
pearl oyster.
Minute spherical larvae of marine
worms known as cestodes become EN-
bedded in the soft tissues, as many
as forty having been found in one
Ceylon oyster says the National &c
ographic Magazine. AS the result OF
irritation the oyster forms a protec'
ting sac about the intruder and then
If the larvae dies its body is grad
ually converted into carbonate OF
lime and the pearly mass proceeds
to grow with the shell,
We may literally accept the saying
of a celebrated French investigator
that the most beautiful pearl is In
reality only the brilliant sarcoDha
gus of worm FIX.