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Norwich bulletin., 1913-10-27
sEuER VOTING coNpITIoNs.

The large number of voters who re- Train from voting at what are termed the smaller elections, although they are always of great local i'm porraRce, furnishes problem which practically every city faces Even party organizations seem to be unable 10 arouse the necessary interest ID get out the vote or overcome what ever feeling which may exist that 'one vote Eill make no difference"
 B-Ock1On has suffered from the fail ure Of voters to respond to their duty to Such an extents thai it has deter mined 10 experiment and under the 6elief that the keeping of the polls open longer or al different hours, will he,P the situation it is to allow the voters until eight in the evening to cast their ballots This of course will do away with any inconvenience which the closing of the polls at four o'clock would cause but whether it will in crease the vote remains 10 be seen LzS1 year al 1he gubernatoria1 cleo ucn but fifty per cent. of the regis tered voters appeared at the polls, a percentage far too small in any city at zzT eIsr1s0n- IT it is that incon- v-ufe7z hours keep so many away the pan S111s-H1 oS SL16SISSSI18- DuL 1T IL is nd5Ge-Ence against which they are vTu-EzE 1 is apt 10 have little ef- 1e
 Bhs4hs- fl Is inconvenience, indif- fersocs or znTJhing else which so of Ss1 kespS a large proportion of the vu1ET= from the polls every city has 9 task before i1 t0 overcome The conCii- uols and get the voters out Norwich has this in common with the others and Er@E of all II should insure through the sEoPziOn OT the use of voting ma chimes i1 czty elections. that votes VIII ta co1nzed as cast and not thrown away
Norwich bulletin., 1913-10-27
WASHING DOWN CULT.

Down quilts or small feather or down pillows which have become soiled can be washed at home with very little trouble or expense. First choose a good day for the drying is half the battle and you need plenty of sunshine and a gentle wind Use lukewarm water and one of the many pure soaps that are in the market just now and avoid washboard It won't be of any help and it will certainly pull your quilt or pillow out of shape. Rub thor oughly with the soap, squeezing and batting with your hands as you might fine woolen underwear. Rinse in two or three clear waters and hang up to dry, in the sunlight. A dash of salt water will keep the colors from fad ing
Norwich bulletin., 1913-10-27
DEMI-AMBER NOW.

Although the styles of dressing the hair have changed considerably re- gently in favor of plainness rather than puffs and waves there is still thought and consideration given to the manner of wearing the hair. One of the newest things in combs, pins, etc. is the demi- amber. Combining the qualities of the genuine amber with the softening duller shades. these combs and ornaments are quite the thing for Tight haired persons.
 There are, besides the usual line of combs, pins, barrettes' etc. number of attractive ornaments in this new demi- amber shown. noticeable feature of the majority of hair orna- ments is that the open and fancy ornaments are taking the place of the heavy plain bands.
Norwich bulletin., 1913-10-27
USE FOR SILK GLOVES.

{ The fingers and hands of elbow length silk gloves wear out, leaving the uppers comparatively new. When there is a baby in the house these may be turned to good use. Place one of baby's socks on the gloves, the leg part of the sock and the hemmed end of the gloves being together. Then cut socks foret the baby after the patterns. Sew carefully into shape with fiat seams. Here you have 8 good, light weight sock only for the cost of trouble of making. The top should be reinforced to withstand the wear and tear caused by safety pins.
Norwich bulletin., 1913-10-27
RECIPES.

Jelly Fritters-Putz three table spoonfu1s of flour into bowl and pour over it sufficient hot water to make it into stiff paste. stirring well to prevent 1t from becoming lumpy. When cool break into it the yolks of two eggs, then the whites, stir and beat all together. Drop a dessert spoonful of batter into hot fat and fry a light brown. Serve on a hot dish, with a spoonful of currant jelly on each. Serve with sweetened cream or maple molasses.
 A Spanish DeIicacy-Heat an earth en dish over a moderate fire and melt in it a piece of butter the size of an egg Add a small onion minced fine, half teaspoonful of salt, dash of pepper4 a teaspoonful of minced parsley and the same quantity of Chili pepper. Break six eggs one by one, into the boiling butter and turn them as soon as they are set, taking great care not to break the Yoiks. Serve very hot in the same dish
 Welsh Rarebit-Half a pound of fresh cheese; two eggs, ne-quarter or 8 tablespoonful of cayenne, one table spoonful of butter, one teaspoonful Of salt and a half cupful of cream. Break the cheese in small pieces and put it with the other ingredients in a light saucepan and place over boiling water Stir until the cheese melts. then spread the mixture on slices Of hot toast. Serve at once.
Norwich bulletin., 1913-10-27
TO CLEAN A CORSET.

The art of washing a corset is quite an unknown one to a majority of women. If they only knew, much ex- pense might be saved by taking care of this article of apparel
 There are some women who have never heard of washing the corset, and as white ones do not stay clean very long it adds considerable to ones expenses to lay them aside when bfI slightly soiled. Thz following adv;t e might be taken in this mattsr:
 After removing the steels lay u @ corset on a board or table and scrub with small stiff bruSl wTici, has Teen covered with a la'h ,~ e. white soaP.
 RInte many times witt cold water. pI'l straight and allow to, dry. The steel; are easily placed whel dry. It is also bes- to dry as quickly as possi- ble, and if the sun 5 tot enough it might prove beneficial,
Norwich bulletin., 1913-10-27
IRONING HINT.

When ironing dresses fastened with hooks or snaps I fold a very soft tow el very thick and lay the edge of the dress hooks down on the folded towel and iron on the other side, says a correspondent Dresses trimmed with small buttons can be ironed in the same way, looking much better than when ironed right side up, which often leaves a rough looking place on an otherwise finely ironed dress. I find this much the neatest and quick est way to iron all kinds of dress fastenings, but have never seen any one else do it.
Norwich bulletin., 1913-10-27
CONCERNING WOMEN.

The daughter of one well known Washington official has taken a course with a New York milliner and can make and trim" her own hats equal to the highest priced ribbon and straw artlste of New York. Others have taken courses in cooking, and one of the latter is seriously preparing to lecture on her new requirement.
Norwich bulletin., 1913-10-27
SUEDE BELTS.

Wide suede belts of soft color to, match the predominant shade in the printed design are worn with chill dren's frocks of figured muslin. A usual trimming for such frocks takes the form of frills of white lawn seal Ioped in the color of the belt with mercerized cotton. These frills some times extend from neck to hem on each side of a tucked panel of white muslin. The belt buckles over the frills and the panel and is held in place by narrow straps of the printed muslin.
Norwich bulletin., 1913-10-27
TO THE BOARD OF COUNTY COM

TO THE BOARD OF COUNTY COM missioners for New London County: We hereby apply for a license to sell and exchange spirituous and intoxicating liuuors ale lager beer, Rhine wine and cider under the name and style of Michael F. Shea X Co, in the building at 22 Bath Street Town of Norwich, except in the rooms and apartments in said building, any part or parts of which are cut off or partitioned in such manner as to form booths, side rooms, or retiring rooms. Our place of business is not located within two hun dred feet in a direct line from any church edifce or public or parochiaI school, or the premises pertaining thereto, or any postofiice, public libra ry. or cemetery. Dated at Norwich, this 14th day of October A. n. 19l2
 Michael F. Shea Bridget Nj Shea Ap- pltcants. We, the undersigned are electors and taxpayers, owning real state of the Town of Norwich, ana hereby sign and endorse the foregoing application of Michael k. Shea and Bridget M Shea for a license and hereby certify that said applicants are suitable persons to be licensed pursu- ant to said application. Dated at Nor- wich, this 14th day of October A. b.
 1913. Paul Peloquin, Henry Gebrath, Albert W. Liliibridge, John R. Fowler
 John F Farrell. l hereby certify that the above named signers and endorsers are electors and taxpaye owning real estate in the Town of Norwich
 Dated a Norwich, this 18th day of Oc
 toher, A. p., 1913. Chas. $. Holbrook. Town Clerk. oct2oM
Norwich bulletin., 1913-10-27
SPOTS ON CHINA.

The beauty of old china is often de- stroyed by broken spots which ap- pear on the surface. An effective way to remove these is to bury the dish in the earth, covering it completely. The darker spots require more time to remove them than the lighter ones. This method8 will not harm the most delicate china
Norwich bulletin., 1913-10-27
DRESS SHIELDS.

Instead of sewing or pinning shields in a waist, sew a narrow piece of tape or baby ribbon at each end of the shield and sew similar pieces at the proper distance apart in the armholes of all your waists The shields are quickly tied in place, they are easily changed in waists and there are no pins to rust or prick.
Norwich bulletin., 1913-10-27
KEEPING BUTTER.

For keeping butter cool in the hot weather, get some saltpetre, dissolve it in cold water and stand the butter crock in it so that the saltpetre water may reach well up the sides. Cover it with a wet cloth, the ends of which resting in the saltpetre water, will keep it constantly moist.
Norwich bulletin., 1913-10-27

Leather and suede are popular for many of the accessories of woman's dress. One of the newest things is the wide hip belt-a sort of leather pepIum fitted to the flare of the hips, and twelve or fourteen inches wide. These belts are fastened with ball and socket fastenings under little pearl buttons. They are lined with silk In self color
Norwich bulletin., 1913-10-27

When an examiner is selected be- cause he will be impartial and his report correct whether it is favorable or unfavorable" as has been done to get a report on Boston & Maine prop erty. the intention is to know the true condition fact which is not always aimed at in corporation reports.
Norwich bulletin., 1913-10-27

Net still forms big part of woman's neckwear One of the chief claims to liking is that it can be so artistically combined with any sort of lace. Baby Irish, Valensiennes, shad- ow, lierre or any sort of lace suitable for neckwear combines well with net of some quality.
Norwich bulletin., 1913-10-27

Great Britain is getting a little bit of satisfaction out of the small crowd at Madison Square Garden, and upon reflection remembers that it once al lowed Carrie Nation to make a trip through the British Isles.
Norwich bulletin., 1913-10-27

If the president continues to hold such ideas concerning civil service the democratic candidate for governor in Massachusetts may not have so many regrets after all that he failed to endorse the administration
Norwich bulletin., 1913-10-27
FLEXIBLE BRACELET.

A flexible bracelet watch of dainty workmanship Is composed of sterling silver decorated with French enamel in turquoise blue and white, and can be adjusted to fit the wearer's arm
 These watches are chiefly to be recommended for their lightness. durability and general attractiveness.
Norwich bulletin., 1913-10-27

The striking thing about the gum mer displays of new furs for talsAtA is the predominance of brown. Black furs and black and white pelta have it seems, had their day. and the really exclusive furs of next winter will be in brown tones.
Norwich bulletin., 1913-10-27

Ribbon bands embroidered with brilliant colors are used on many small hats designed for street wear Heavy white crepon is used for many frocks for children. These are trim med with embroidered bands done in scarlet blue, pink or combination of colors.
Norwich bulletin., 1913-10-27
TO CLEAN GOLD.

A teaspoonful of ammonia in a cup ful of water will clean gold or silver jewelry A few drops on the under side of a diamond will clean it inn mediately, making it very brilliant, at the same time doing the stone no h ryYo
Norwich bulletin., 1913-10-27

Lace is used to trim handbags, just as leather is now used to trim hats A dainty handbag of tan suede Is edged about the top with narrow frilling of deep cream valenciennes lace, fulled well around the corners.
Norwich bulletin., 1913-10-27

Small hats continue to appear in a wide variety of shapes. Georgette shows a model of black straw with a narrow plating of net bordering the edge of the brim. A black aigrette of unusual size is plaited at the back.
Norwich bulletin., 1913-10-27

Havana evidently believes in a prac- teal test of conditions when it holds a monstrous parade to protest against bad streets. The larger the parade the greater the knowledge of the actual situation
Norwich bulletin., 1913-10-27

New York university is to launch the commendable movement of train ing future voters, but there is a great opportunity for some widespread eff fort to instruct the thoughtless voter of today
Norwich bulletin., 1913-10-27

Out of consideration for those who want to name their children after the new president of Mexico the an- nouncement of the election result ought not to be delayed too long.
Norwich bulletin., 1913-10-27

A very quaint coverlet for the little bed of the smaller children can be made of linen. Hemstitch the hem, which should be three or three and one-half inches in depth. About two inches above the hem arrange nursery stencil of chicks, animals or a butterfly and bee motif.
Norwich bulletin., 1913-10-27
A Man,s Island.

'As a train went out of Paddington Station the other day we are told, there were in the third class com partment two women smoking cigar cites and 8 man knitting. ."-London Punch.
Norwich bulletin., 1913-10-27

The man on the corner says Never gTieye over biting into a chestnut and disturbing a worm The chances are he would have gone himself in a day or so.
Norwich bulletin., 1913-10-27

With the Underwood -Hobson sena- torial contest opening in Alabama whatever cold weather is being expe- rienced at this time ought to get the chill taken of
Norwich bulletin., 1913-10-27

A tiny hole in the umbrella may be mended by pressing over the hole a small piece of black sticking plaster. Do this when the hole first appears and the umbrella will wear a, long time before tearing any more. Only a very small hole can be successfully treated this way
Norwich bulletin., 1913-10-27

General Huerta has the idea that he is doing for Mexico what Lincoln did for this country, but he is not the only one who has had peculiar ideas over emulating this country's great leader.
Norwich bulletin., 1913-10-27
An interesting discovery has jl

An interesting discovery has just been made during the course of re- pairs to the roadway in the Place de la Concorde. While digging at depth of about ten feet some work men came across some tunneling in varnished pottery, which has been verified as part of the old Tuileries aqueduct constructed by the famous potter Bernard de Palissy, for Garth erina de Medici
Norwich bulletin., 1913-10-27

Paint splashes on a door may be removed by soaking them for short time in benzine or turpentine, then rubbing them with emery paper or little pulverized pumice stone,- ap- piled with a damp cloth.
Norwich bulletin., 1913-10-27

The outbreak of trouble in the Phil ippines must make it apparent that the islands are about as ready for in dependence as Mexico Is for peace.
Norwich bulletin., 1913-10-27

Ii is just like a bad penny. Cnlna no sooner gets started on a more hope fuI course than that $100,000, 600 loan shows its head again
Norwich bulletin., 1913-10-27

The statements which Hennessey has to make are no more eagerly awaited by Governor Glynn of New York than they are by Mir Dooley.
Norwich bulletin., 1913-10-27

If your feet ache after dancing, soak them before you get into bed in hot bay salt and water, dry them and rub briskly, especially about the ankles, with a rough towel.
Norwich bulletin., 1913-10-27
The Portcous & Mitchell Go.

cloth and tack it firmly over the win dow screen of your berth. It will keep out great deal of dust and soot, and will help to cool the atmos- phere
Norwich bulletin., 1913-10-27

A New York woman has started a marketing class. She is an experi- enced housekeeper, who believes that the only way to teach housewives of the future to buy foods sensfbly is to teach them in practice and not in theory alone. She has organized a group of high school girls and every Saturday morning takes them with her to do her family marketing. The class is very popular.
Norwich bulletin., 1913-10-27

Coatees of taffeta, messallne of fancy printed silk are the ideal dfeasy mode as they can be worn with lingerie, silks or most any style ef gown.
Norwich bulletin., 1913-10-27

Fruit acids are excellent to relieve a rheumatic condition of the system.
Norwich bulletin., 1913-10-27

The Massachusetts church which has called a pastor by the name of Loud seems to have overcome the lia- bilitE or necessity of providing acous- tiCona
Norwich bulletin., 1913-10-27
HEALTH AND BEAUTY.

Headaches may be alieviated by rubbing the temples with a slice of lemon.
Norwich bulletin., 1913-10-27

It is said that a dry bran is an ex- cellent cleanser for dainty velvet flowers and woolen fabrics. Rub the soiled spots harder than the rest; then brush it all off,
Norwich bulletin., 1913-10-27
SUGGESTIONS FOR
THE HOUSEWIFE

When water has spilled on valu- able book lay a blotter on each side of the first wet leaf and iron until dry with a medium hot iron.
Norwich bulletin., 1913-10-27

Tn Bombay women exercise the municipal franchise and therefore indirectly control the legislative coun- cils, some of whose members are elected by the municipalities. The Bombay municipal election roll for December, 1909-10, contained the names of 1,S13 women voters; of these 527 were Hindus, 453 Parsees, 260 Mohammedans and a few Europeans, Eurasians, Japanese and Hebrews.
Norwich bulletin., 1913-10-27

Palms and other foliage plants can be kept clean of scale and other in sects by washing the leaves with soapy water and rinsing immediately thereafter.
Norwich bulletin., 1913-10-27
EDITORIAL NOTES,

With so many big religious conven- tions in session last week should have been a better week than it was.
Norwich bulletin., 1913-10-27

When baking cookies use a large dripping pan. Turn it bottom side up and place the cookies on the bottom of the pan. They bake quicker and do not burn as easily as when put into the pan.
Norwich bulletin., 1913-10-27

Ii makes much difference what kind of a check man can write whether he gets high in the ranks of politi- clans, as Vincent Astor has found out
Norwich bulletin., 1913-10-27
NEEDLEwoRk NOTES.

Bedspreads which are very dainty can be made of organdy muslin. These spreads should be trimmed with bands of lowered muslin in the form of five inch wide panels.
Norwich bulletin., 1913-10-27
WOMAN IN LIFE AND IN THE KITCHEN.

and these are as light and airy aa bubbles in appearance.
Norwich bulletin., 1913-10-27

If there are any disposed to avoid the income tax there are plenty who will help them share their millions.
Norwich bulletin., 1913-10-27

When two glass tumblers or dishes stick together so that there is danger of breaking in getting them apart, put cold water in the inner one and hold the outer one in warm water, and they will separate at once.
Norwich bulletin., 1913-10-27

It is a significant fact that little or no money is wagered upon the outcome of the Mexican election.
Norwich bulletin., 1913-10-27

Peroxide of hydrgen is a safe and sure cure for superfuOus hair. Con- tinue it's use for five or six months.
Norwich bulletin., 1913-10-27

An excess of borax in the shampoo will soon ruin the hair, causing it to break and split.
Norwich bulletin., 1913-10-27
Trouble Enough for One State.

It is hard to see why New York wants Thaw when it has Murphy.-Chicago News.
Norwich bulletin., 1913-10-27
To THE BOARD OF COUNTY COM

nissfoners for New London County 1 hereby apply for a license to sell and exchange spirituous and Intoxicating lIquors ale, lager beer, Rhine wine and cider in the building at ' Falls Avenue Town of Norwich. except in the rooms and apartments in said building any part or parts or which are cut off or partitioned in such man. n a. ss to form booths, side rooms. or ret,rtng rooms. My place of business i- not located within two hundred feet in a direct line from any church edihce or public or parochial school, or the pf ennises pertaining thereto, or any postoffce, public library, or cemetery. flated at Norwich. this l4th day of Oc- tober. A. D. 1913. James o. Mahoney, Applicant We, the undersigned, are electors and taxpayers, owning real estate of the Town of Norwich and nert by sign and fendorse the foregoing sDp,'ca ton of James O. Mahoney for a l,chrIse and hereby certify that said ap- r:tCant is q suitable person to be li- clsed pursuant to such application. Dated at Norwich. this l4th day of Oc- r.pe1, A D. 1913. William Campion, Il illiam F. McGarry John J. Foley, D ii. Driscoll, John J. O'Neu. l hereby certify that the above named signers and eIdCrsers are electors and taXpay- CTS, owning real estate, in the Town of NcrUicl. Dated at Norwich, this 18th d3v of October, A. D. 1913. Chas. $. HrfbrCok Town Clerk. oct2OM
Norwich bulletin., 1913-10-27

Cheesecloth makes good strainers. dust cloths, pol1shers for furniture or shoes is excellent to tie over milk crooks and fruit jars, and makes dainty curtains and comforters.
Norwich bulletin., 1913-10-27

Sleep as many hours as you find necessary to completely recuperate your strength, and as nearly as pos sible take half of these hours before and half after midnight.
Norwich bulletin., 1913-10-27
Captaiin

Captain Thomas M Corcorsh Thirteenth Cavalry committed suicide Saturday at Columbus, N, M., by shoot ing.
Norwich bulletin., 1913-10-27

Four crepe paper napkins, with large poinsettias in one corner of each make an attractive lamp shade. Cut the poinsettias. so that each will make a tab end. This is done by partially cutting the flower from the napkin and allowing it to fall down as a tab. Shirr the white portion slightly and stitch to the frame. Line with red crepe paper. This makes a very handsome shade. Other flowers can be used in the same manner but none is prettier than the big red flowers
Norwich bulletin., 1913-10-27

When the gums are tender and bleeding the mouth should be rinsed with warm water to which listerine has been added.
Norwich bulletin., 1913-10-27
A GOOD IDEA.

When travelling by night in the summer, moisten a piece of white
Norwich bulletin., 1913-10-27

A simple and excellent way to re- move dirty marks. from raincoat is to cut raw potato in slices and rub 1t well on the marks. It will also re- move mud stains from dress skirts, children's coats and mems trousers.
Norwich bulletin., 1913-10-27

To darn table linen stretch the ar ticle smooth and tight in embroidery hoops. Remove the presser foot from the sewing machine, loosen the ten- sion. slip the hoops under the needle and without turning the hoops sew back and forth until the hole is neatly filled. Then turn the hoops and pro- ceed in the same manner across the stitching already put in. The result is gratifying.
Norwich bulletin., 1913-10-27
F. (. ATCHISON. M. D.,
PHYSICIAN AND SURGEON

PHYSTCtAN NNU oUHOEON Room l, Second Floor. Shannon Bldg.
 Night phone 10S3 THERE 7s no advertising medium in Eastern Connecticut equal to The BuI. Aettp for nusInesS results
Norwich bulletin., 1913-10-27

One very prolific cause for women's wrinkles is the raising of brows, frowning, sCrewing up of eyes and mouth when talking. This habit ages far more quickly than years When women practice facial repose there will be fewer wrinkles. The eyes and mouth are the only features intended to show expression.