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Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1913-06-16
SERIOUSLY INJURED IN
DITCH THIS AFTERNOON

Charles Albert was seriously injured
shortly after dinner today in ditch
on Twenty-ninth street and Thir-
teenth avenue. He had rib broken
and was painfully crushed about the
hips He was taken to his home,
4419 Thirteenth avenue by the polica
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1913-06-16
FIRE MARSHAL APPOINTED
IN MOLINE FOR NEW TERM

John Hawk has been appointed for
the 18th term as fire marshal a. No
line and most of the members OF the
department have also been reappoint-
ed During the winter months the men
are TO De allowed one day off out of
six and in the summer one out Of
eigth days.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1913-06-16
WEED CAMPAIGN STARTS
IN WEST END OF T0Wia

Commissioner Reynolds has started
the weed campaign. He is having all
Of the weeds removed from along side
walks. The men are now working in
the west end OF town and are coming
east.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1913-06-16
FUNERAL OF HANS LEpTIEN.

The funeral of Hans Deptien was
held yesterday morning at 10 o'clock
at the Knox chapel. Members of John
Buford post of the G. A. r. had charge
of the services and interment was
made in Chippiannock cemetery.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1913-06-16

FUNERAL OF HENRY FUHLENDoRF.
The funeral oS Henry Fuhlendorf
was held this afternoon at at the
Knox chapel Interment was made
In Chippiannock cemetery.
Norwich bulletin., 1913-12-20
AVOID (;ATARRH
Breathe Hyomei--It Medicates the Air Ycu Breathe and instantly
 Relieves.

Why continue to suffer from catarrh, storp ped up head, husky voice, and ether troubles of the breathing organs, wien there is an absolutely certain, scientific remedy at hand.
 Eyolnei is the remedy. It is a pleasant, harmless and arltiseptic med ieatlon which you breathe through 8 small inhaler. Breathing few times daily through the inhaler charges the air with this serm-killing antiseptic. Catarrhal discharges, sniffies, foul breath. waterY eyes and the forma-- ton of' crusts II. the nose are prompt " relieved by tilis medicated ar.
 It is guaranteed : by The Lee & Osgood Co. to do 1t, CT money back.
 complete Hyomei outfit, consist ing of a strong, hard rubber pocket Inhaler and a bottle of Hyomei, costs only $1.OO, and extra bottles, if after wards needed, are only 50 cents each. Druggists everywhere sell Hyomei.
 Use Hyomei for bronchitis. coughs and cold n the head, husky voice, croup of infants, and any infamma- tory disease of the breathing organs.
Norwich bulletin., 1913-12-20
puLL AssocIATEp
 PRESS DISPATCHES
POETRY
THE ToY-sTREwN HOUSE.

 Give me the house where the toys are Where the dolls are asleep in the
 chairs.
 Where the building blocks and the toy And the soldiers guard the stairs: Let mo step in house where the tiny
 \cart
 And rest comes into my weary heart, For 1 am at home once more. Give me the house with the toys about. With the battered old train of cars, The box or paints and the books left And the ship with her broken spars; Let me step in house at the close of >That is Uttered with children's toys, And dwell once more in the haunts of With f6e- echoes Of by-gone noise. Give me the house where the toys arc The house where the children romp. And I'll be happier than man has been Let me see the litter of bright-eyed
 play
 strewn over the parlor floor, And the joys | knew in a far-on day Will gladden. my heart once more Whoever has lived in toy-strewn Though feeble he be and gray. For the glorious disarray Of the little home with its filtered That was his in the by-gone days And his heart will throb as it throbbed
 before
 When he rests where baby plays Edgar A. Guest in the Detroit Free
 Press
Norwich bulletin., 1913-12-20
DAVIS THEATRE
 CHRISTMAS ATTRACTION.
Bought and Paid For

When Bought and Paid For comes to the Davis, Christmas matinee and night it will be played by the entire company that appeared for many weeks of the original run at William A. Bradys' playhouse. in New York. This
 comedy drama ran for Is months, winter and summer, before leaving the theatre where 1t first started upon its really marvellous career. The interpre- tation and scenic production, just as it will be shown in this city, received the earnest appreciation of the New York critics. no less than that of the great crowds who fiocked to see it month in and month out. When MT. Brady organized this cast and caused the members to play for a considerable term at the playhouse he inaugurated a new system in management. No companies of mine will be hastily thrown together for the cities else where he declared Beginning with this play, my travelling organizations will first have to satisfy New York. If they cannot do that, l will disbanL them Theatre patrons in the other places are entitled to performances Identical with those on Broadway, and this is what I am aiming at when I send out Bought and Paid For with a cast containing not a single person whc has not played his or her part continuously at my New York play house" The seats will go un sale Tuesday, Dec. g. at 10 a. m. Prices for both matinee and evening 25c U S7 Sa
Norwich bulletin., 1913-12-20
AT THE AUDITORIUM.

Today will be the last chance to see the excellent vaudeville and motion picture bill which has been showing here the last half of the present week It is a fine comedy show with plenty of fun for both young and old. The children will be especially pleased with the circus act which will be presented by Fox d. Foxie at the matinee today Rube Willis is delighting everyone with his violin playing of both semi -classi- cal and popular airs Rube is winning much applause. Iva Donnetti has a neat single turn full of comedy in both her monologue and songs. The cele- orated picture actress, Barbara Ten nant, will be seen on the screen today in Partners by the Eclair company in two parts This is the same actress and company which presented The Beaten Path and The Greater Call, two pictures which made big hit here some weeks ago. The Surf Maidens is a. good comedy reel on today's pro- gramme and the always popular Anil mated Weekly will also be shown
 A strong bill has been booked for the first three days of next week, more of which will be told in Mondays Bull : letin, and for Christmas day and the two days following a special bill has been secured headed by the Nine Afri- sanders.
Norwich bulletin., 1913-12-20

Next Monday the patrons of the Davis will have an opportunity of wit messing what is without a doubt one ot the greatest motion pictures ever pro- company. Henry E. Dixey, the famous legitimate star, and one of the fore most favorites of the American stage, distinguishes Chelsea 7750 by his con rincing characterization of an emi- nent, able-a and conscientious detective. The play sounds every depth of the underworld. discloses its secrets, it's methods and emotions and penetrates the intricate labyrinths of the sub merged half. In a relentless pursili- Of a trained and resourcefuI gang of counterfeiterS, which later develops into an intense mental and physical struggle. with many impending diff mates in a complete and decisive vic rory. Mir. DiXey is provided with one Of the strongest parts which in all his career he has ever portrayed, and to say he does justice to it is putting it very small indeed. Supporting MT. Laura Sawyer and House Peters, two of the greatest photoplay stars now before the American public. Chelsea --50 will be shown for three days, so that everyone can have chance to see it. Manager Davis secured this feature at considerable expense and feels sure that it will come up to the standard of the other big features that have been shown at the Davis. Besides this extra attraction there will be & two-reel Re liance drama For Anothers Crime a story of a man with a double; other comedy and dramatic pictures will complete the bill Don't miss the big ' Yorktown. a beautiful historical war drama
Norwich bulletin., 1913-12-20

Alfred Davis. of Oil City, has a sun flower in his ward that Is feet inches hish and bears 36 fully dcNel- oped flowers. with as many more .19A- kRNRA
Norwich bulletin., 1913-12-20

At the Second Congregational church there will be Sunday school at o30 a. m.: morning worship with sermon and hymn for the children, at 1030; evening service, with sermon, at 73G, followed by a recital of Christmas nu- sic on the Pope memorial organ
Norwich bulletin., 1913-12-20
HUMOR OF THE DAY

'Does the income tax hit you
 Yes, in very sore spot. I shall not have to pay any."-Chicago Record Herald.
 willie-Paw. what is the bone of Paw-The jawbone, my son.--Cincin- natl Enquirer
 she-What was the doctors diag- nosis?
 He-Palpitation of the heart.
 She-Well, why doesn't he keep away from her ?-Judge.
 "John, we have been married 12 years today" trying to start quarrel ?''-P Pittsburgh Post
 Elsie (with picture bool)-rd just love to be a mermaid.
 Margie-I wouldn't. What would [ hang up for Christmas ?-Boston Tran script.
 Blobbs-Jack Potts is a vegetarian. He says he has no use for meat
 Slobbs-Perhaps not, but I have known him to play poker for stakes Philadelphia Record.
 Good show at the Frivolity now" said the New York man to his coun- try cousin. Want to go?"
 Dunno. Is 1t clinical or sociologi- cal alF'-Washington Herald.
 You paid $2,O0O for a suite on an ocean liner?"
 "Yes. Pm trying to disprove that statement about it's being cheaper to move than to pay rent."-Washington Star.
 "Pa, what does it mean when they say a man is the life of the party'?'
 "The life of a party, my boy Is & man who buys while the other fellows are hanging back trying to remember whose turn it is"-Detroit Free Press.
 Magistrate-Have you been arrested on any previous charge?
 Prisoner-No, sir.
 Magistrate-Have you been in this court before?
 Prisoner-No, sir.
 Magistrate-Yourf face looks very fa- miliar. I seem to know 1t somehow. Prisoner-Pm the barman in the Bulls Head, pposite.-London Opin- ion.
 'They say Elias fiance has money to burn"
 @Wen, he has met his match.."- Town Topics.
 Golfer-Any one out ahead of us, cad die?
 Caddie-Yessur-a gentedman wifi caddie, and a man carrin' for 'isseh.- London Punch.
 First Grad-My wifes gone to the West Indies.
 SGcOnQlT--JdO1dlCd
 First G.-No-she wanted to go.-- Chicago Tribune. Chappie-Jess told me she wouldn't marry the handsomest man that ever lived.
 May Well, that doesn't affect your chanes, does it?-Puck.
 50 you brand as a lie your oppon- ents statement that you have your priceT' asked the interview.
 Yes" explained Senator Buncombe, Payment was held up."-Buffalo Ex- press
 We're always careful about these contiguous diseases" said Mrs. Lap sling. When Johnny had got well of candles and disconnected the house from top to bottom. m."-Chicago Tribune.
 Had an interview with farmer just now" said the poet which gave me quite a shock?
 How was that?"
 "He told me that new-mown hay had no points of superiority whatever over hay a year old."-Louisville Courier Journal.
 Some writers have no commercial instinct. One writer will get up an automobile catalogue for $50.
 "Well?"
 "Another writer will take that cata- Iogue, sprinkle in a plot, and get hib royalties from motor novel"-P1tts- burgh Post.
 Miss Candor-What a plendid world it would be If we could only see our selves as others see us?
 Miss Hardhead-I know something better than that.
 Miss Candor-Whatf
 Miss Hardhead- see othere as we see ourSelVeS.-IOndon Life.
Norwich bulletin., 1913-12-20
COLONIAL THEATRE.
Complete Change Of Picture Pro. sramme Every Day, Commencing Monday.

new and distinct feature for the smaller cities in the line of entertain ment is the one inaugurated at the Colonial theatre commencing the com- ing Monday, when it will offer its patrons an entire change of pictures every day. This is especially attrac- tive for the holiday seasons, affording ample amusement every day for the vacationists and their hosts, and pro- Viding the same service as is enjoyed by the largest picture theatres in the largest cities. For today By Mans Law, one of the strongest pictures IT two reels that the Biograph company ever produced. is the feature, and tells of the oppression of the poor and the effect that the organized society for the prevention of vice has in it's field of work. This is a sociological prob lem picture and one that carries a story that is not soon forgotten. Silas Manner, the adaptation of George Eliots famous novel by the same name, is another two<reel feature pre- senting in lucid and beautiful man ner the plaint-note struck by this great story Other splendid films fl, out the programme and include Crane Wilbur in a powerful Indian play.
Norwich bulletin., 1913-12-20
At MckinIey avenue A. M. E. zion

At McKinIey aVenue A. M. E. Zion church, Rev. E. George Riddle, pastor, Rev. E. c. Thompson, D. D., eyangei- ist; Sunday school at 12.15 p. m., and an illustrated sermon on the life and work of Joshua at 7.45 p. m.
Norwich bulletin., 1913-12-20
Ended the Dry Shell.

she had a voice like a siren, and when she sang. Mid play sure, sand palaces, tho heam a rome. Be it ayerse oh wum bull there, snow play siy comb" and so on to the conciu- sion, there wasn't a dry eye in the room
Norwich bulletin., 1913-12-20
A. E. Club Meets.

The A. E. club of Norwich Town met with Mrs John Duff at her home on Rockwell street this week. Three ta- bles of whist were played the first and second ladies' prizes going to Mrs. AL fred Hunt and Miss Florence Robbins, the sentieInen's prizes to David Dean and George Dawson. Afterwards there was a pleasant informal musi- cal with vocal and instrumental se- lections. The hostess served a fine re- past of sandwiches, cake and coffee.
Norwich bulletin., 1913-12-20
FOR SALE

FOR SkLE-Pair five year old oxen i; handy and work anywhere. E. E. Howe, Yantic dec0d
Norwich bulletin., 1913-12-20

W-ANTED-We want to start 100 new agents Jan. 1st, and are offering spe- cial inducements for quick action; pay weekly. Address Perry Nurseries. Rochester, N Y. dec20d
Norwich bulletin., 1913-12-20
Dance at EieIdina,s.

X good number and a jolly crowd attended the dance Friday evening given by the Social club at F. M. Fielding's place on Ver-son avenue many coming from the city. There were eighteen numbers on the pro- gram, some old and some new, with many square dances. Music was fur nished by violins and the piano, with Edward Congdon, of Fitchville prompt
Norwich bulletin., 1913-12-20

bert p. Blinn, pastor, will be assisted by William J. Hull, who will speak at II o'clock upon the subject The Stone That the Builders Rejected. Progress sive T.yceum meets at close of the morning service. Subject, True Friendship.
Norwich bulletin., 1913-12-20
NOR lSess TOWN
Frightened Horse Runs Into Road RoIIer-Sociai Club Dance-Mrs. John Duff Entertains A. E. Club.

The steam roller was transferred Thursday from the Scotland road to Plain Hill As it passed through town a horse with wagon attached took ing the thnls of the wagon. The driver was unnurJ. A ledge on Douglass hill is to be Blasted and the road there widened and straightened as now there is not room enough for two teams to pass. Robert Stott has been work ing on the road with an iron drag for some days, preparing for the work now to be done.
Norwich bulletin., 1913-12-20
FOR SALE

Victrolas and Edison Monographs at the lowest terms in the country. Write for book showing portraits of the fa- talking machines. Mention Edison or Victor. We guarantee our prices to be as low as quoted by any firm in Amer ica.
 THE PIsAUT-CABnEN CO,
 naAsH0kchASER AanknfaAa. CRmnr
Norwich bulletin., 1913-12-20
WANTED

AGENTs-Get territory; new article, just out, needed in every kitcheni don't wait start now, while the field is fresh. Derby Speciality Company, Derby, Conn. dec2od
Norwich bulletin., 1913-12-20
What Is Going On Tonight

.Ee Auditorium
 Moving Pictures at Coinnial Theatre. FhotoplayS at Davis Theatre.
Norwich bulletin., 1913-12-20
sewed for Rocknook Home.

Sophy Weitzel circle of The Kings Daughters met Thursday afternoon at the pleasant home of Miss Beckwith on West Town street. A social hour was enjoyed during which the ladies sewed for the Rocknooll home. After noon tea was served by the hostess
Norwich bulletin., 1913-12-20

liam Holcombe of Town street leave tomorrow (Sunday) to pass the Christmas season with Mrs. Hol- combes daughter, Mrs. James Eugene Wood Jr., of South Portland, Maine.
Norwich bulletin., 1913-12-20

WANTED-Laundry outfit, engine, boiler, washers extractors, mangle, etc. Peter Dumas. No. Il Lamont St. Put nam, Conn. dec20dl
Norwich bulletin., 1913-12-20

conduct public worship at 10.30 a. m. and 7.30 p. m. Morning subject. The Best Gift. The evening service will be musical The quartette will sing The Message of the Angels, a Christmas cantata, by William Reed.
Norwich bulletin., 1913-12-20
Home from Dakota.

Frank $. Perkins, who has been spending the past year in North Da- kota is with relatives in this vicinity to remain through the winter.
Norwich bulletin., 1913-12-20
TO RENT

TO MENT-FurniSAed rooms at Mrs. 5. G. C0n&don's, Sz Mckinley Avenue q let.v.,r14Ih
Norwich bulletin., 1913-12-20

Imbert r. Fellows, a student at Con- necticut Agricultural college, Storrs, returned Friday evening to his nome on Plain HiIl
Norwich bulletin., 1913-12-20

Paul Latham of the Reservoir road returned Friday from his studies at the State Agricultural college at Am herst, Mass, for the Christmas recess.
Norwich bulletin., 1913-12-20
That ExpfatrG,

~Everybody at this performance seems to be Q deadhead." Well, you see, this is what pen artists cali the passing show"
Norwich bulletin., 1913-12-20
1oo lgE MARKEr G1RDEN,

1O0 ARE MARKET G-1RDEN, peu4Lry ana general purpose Ldrm Just outside city, ca aLate road. Large spring fed lake, stocked W4N hsh, near house; 50 acres smooth tlllabIe land; rest pastu. es and WoOdlan1i plenty or fruit; nice cottage house, with Veranda. hot and cold water and paLns large be.n, new silo, iceh0use and sheds; ac- commodations for I,600 hens. Only &4,OOO, easy terms.
 EFy0R's Agency. Willimantic. Conn.
Norwich bulletin., 1913-12-20

At Christ church there will be ob- served holy communion at 9.30 a. m., service with sermon by the rector a. 1o.30, Sunday school at 12; evening prayer and sermon by Rev. J. Eldred Brown at 4.30 D. m.
Norwich bulletin., 1913-12-20

WANTED-Old pictures painted on glass for antique mirrors and clocks; 15 years experience. Fred R. WiHis, Antique Furniture Refinisher, Putnam, Conn. (NilIingly Ave.). dec2Od
Norwich bulletin., 1913-12-20

At Trinity M. E. church, Rev. F. w. Coleman, pastor, at 1o30 a. m. the subject will be Tidinss of Great Joy. At 7.15 D. m will be a special pro- gramne. The Lighting of the Christ mas Wreath.
Norwich bulletin., 1913-12-20
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Taxi servics. Telephone 7ss.

Useful gifts is what Frank A. Bill offers. See the ladies' $A5O shoes at g.. the fine dress shoes at S3.50, $4 and s5. mems S2.50 shoes at s2, mems slip pers at S1, s125 and s150.
Norwich bulletin., 1913-12-20

At the GreeneviIIe Consreg ationaI church Sunday morning the pastor will speak on the Christmas Gift of Peace. Sunday school at 12 m. Yes per service at 4.30.
Norwich bulletin., 1913-12-20

wANTED-Traveler for 1914. a be- ginner; salary, commission and expense money; liberal offer and agreement. J. k. McBrady, Chicago. dec20d
Norwich bulletin., 1913-12-20

Bill block. Discourse by Pastor c. F. Hamnerle of Brooklyn. N. Y.
 At the GreeneviIIe Consrega ational will speak on the Christmas Gift of Peace. Sunday school at 12 m. Ees- per service at 4.30.
 At Trinity M. E. church. Rev. F. W. Coleman, pastor, at 10.30 a. m. the subject will be Tidings of Great Joy. At 7.15 D. m will be a special pro- gramne. The Lighting of the Christ mas Wreath.
 At Christ church there will be ob- served holy communion at 9.30 a. m., service with sermon by the rector d. 10.30, Sunday school at 12; evening prayer and sermon by Rev. J. Eldred Brown at 4.30 p. m.
 The Loyal Temperance association, Levi s. Saunders, president, will hold religious services at their rooms, No 8 ShetuclIet street, Bill block. Sun day at p. m. Rev. George Fl. Strouse will address the meeting.
 AtBroadway Congregational church Rev. Edward Strong Worcester will preach a Christmas sermon in the on the subject God Visible in Christ. At 3 o'clock there will be the annual Christmas service for the Sum day school.
 At Park Congregational church on Sunday morning at 10.30 Rev. Samuel II. Howe, D. D., will preach on the sub ject Representative Groups Around the Manager. At 4.30 p. m. the topic will be The TwofoId Message of the Divine Infancy.
 On Christmas Sunday at the Church of the Good Shepherd, UniversaIist, preaching by Rev. Joseph F. Cobb. Subject. The Transforming Gift. Sun day school at noon. Y. F. c. U. ser vice at 615. Subject, The True Christmas Spirit.
 At Trinity Episcopal church there will be holy communion at 9.30 d. n., morning prayer and sermon at 10.S0, and evening prayer and sermon at 7.90. At the evening service the Rev. Rich : ard R. Graham of Christ church will offciate and preach.
 At Mckinley avenue A. M. E. Zien church, Rev. E. George Riddle, pastor, there will be preaching at II a. I'll. by Rev. E. c. Thompson, D. D., evangel ' ist; Sunday school at 12.15 p. m., and an illustrated sermon on the life and work of Joshua at 7.45 p. m
 At the Second Congregational church there will be Sunday school at l9.30 a. m.: morning worship, with sermon and hymn for the children, at t030; evening service with sermon, at 7.3G, followed by a recital of Christmas nlu : sic on the Pope memorial organ.
 At the Spiritual academy Rev. AL T iS+e~ by William J. Hull, who will speak at II o'clock upon the subject The Stone That the Builders Rejected. Progress sive T.yceum meets at close of the morning service. Subject, True Friendship.
 At the Central Baptist church thA zs23tnr. RAx.- Jcei B. Sl0czlm4 T. Ds R1ii
Norwich bulletin., 1913-12-20

The Loyal Temperance association, Levi s. Saunders. president, will held religious services at their rooms, No 8 Shetucllet street, Bill block. Sun day at p. m. Rev. George Fl. Strouse will address the meeting.
Norwich bulletin., 1913-12-20
FOR BALE
SALE HORSES

have several good chunks and business horses that l wish to dispose of at once; also d good wagon suitable for a baker or milkman--loW price.
 ELMER k. PIERSON.
 Tek 113S. oot29d
Norwich bulletin., 1913-12-20

The subject for the Christian Science service will be Is the Universe, IncIud- ing Man, Evolved by Atomic Force?
Norwich bulletin., 1913-12-20

At the Gardner Lake M. E. church Sunday there will be preaching in the morning by Rev. Michael V. Maynard.
Norwich bulletin., 1913-12-20

Mr. and Mrs. Albert Smith of Town street moved this week to Rogers ave- nue. Laurel Hill
Norwich bulletin., 1913-12-20

The Gospel Mission holds meetings at 1030 a. III. and 7.30 p. m. in Steiner , hall. T. II. Peabody will conduct the services.
Norwich bulletin., 1913-12-20

The international Bible Students as- sociaton meets at 10.45 in Room 6, Sill block. Discourse by Pastor c. F. Hamnerle of Brooklyn, N. Y.
Norwich bulletin., 1913-12-20

At the Y. M. c. A. men's meeting Sunday afternoon at 3.30a O clock there will be a lecture on The Life of Jesus, illustrated by stereopticon views. H.
 lustrated hymns will be used and Swahnfs orchestra will furnish music.
Norwich bulletin., 1913-12-20
SUNDAY SUBJECTS.

The Holiness Mission will hold its services at S7 Main street.
Norwich bulletin., 1913-12-20

Mrs. Sara GoIdsworthy has returned to her home on Lafayette street af- ter weeks visit with friends in Can terbury.
Norwich bulletin., 1913-12-20

At Nit. Calvary Baptist church Rev J. H. Dennis morning subject will be There Shall Yet Old Men and Old Women Dwell in the Streets of Jeru- salem. Sunday school and mems Bible class at 12 m. At 3.30, Girls Day, with the Bible and Literary Association. Al services held in the church proper, as Improvements are being made in the vestry. At 7.45 the topic will be The Aftermath.
Norwich bulletin., 1913-12-20

At TaftViIe Congregational church Rev. D. E. MacLane will preach at both the morning and evening services.