davidaulloa/AmericanStories huggingface dataset:
The independent-reporter. [volume] (Skowhegan, Me.) 1909-1955, 1914-03-19

Mrs. Annie L. Decker will be
in Bingham, Mar. 10th, 18th,
18th and 10Th at Mrs. J. A,
Bakers and in Skowhegan on
Mar. 22nd, Odd, and oath at 6
Pine ST., and in Madison at Mrs
E. A. Maxim S, Bean St on the
Goth and 21st.
These are the last trips that Mrs.
Decker will make before completing
her course of study on Drugless Heal
ing in a Chicago College. She will
leave for that place on April 2. After
her graduation she will resume her
work for time as before in Somerset
towns.
The independent-reporter. [volume] (Skowhegan, Me.) 1909-1955, 1914-03-19
No Matter
Whether You Want
a cheap watch for tenn
porary use or a real good
one to last a life time it
will pay you to see me

My policy is that all watch
es should be sold at a small
margin of profit. | have no
particular kind to sell |, sell
all movements. can sell
you any kind of a case
you wish and agree to give
you a good Watch or any
thing in my line at reason
able price.
The independent-reporter. [volume] (Skowhegan, Me.) 1909-1955, 1914-03-19

Graduation week programs, invita-
tons, etc. Handsomest line we have
ever had Prices and sample books
mailed on application. Independent
Reporter Co.
Norwich bulletin., 1914-10-29
VOTING MACHINES.

: In the election of next week Nor wich like several other places through ottts the state will use voting ma chimes. This Is the method of voting which has been followed here for sev- eral elections and it is to the credit of tine city and town that it has been adopted. It doesn't mean perfection but 1t is so far ahead of the Auss treiian ballot method in use through out the majority of the towns that there Is no comparison.
 For the purpose of en1ightening those who may not be familiar with the use Of the machine. those who have never voted before or those who feel that they need a little further instruction In their use the machines are ready tor demonstration purposes this af- ternoon and evening in all districts ex- rept the second. In the first district .he demonstration will be continued Saturday and Monday from noon un- til 3 p. m. The simplicity of the machines never fails to impress. ou, Advantage of the opportunity should De taken by all who need the instruc- ion.
Norwich bulletin., 1914-10-29
ONLY ONE BEST"
Norwich People Give Credit Where
 Credit is Due.

People of Norwich who suffer with weak kidneys and bad backs want e kidney remedy that can be depended upon. Doan's Kidney Pills is nedi- cine for the kidneys only. and one that is backed by willing testimony of Norwich people. Here's a case:
 Mrs. Catherine Hogan. 22 Hickory St., Norwich, says: T recommend Doan's Kidney Prls. procured at N. D. Sevin's Drug Store. as highly today as when I gave g. public statement in ther praise some years ago. This remedy cured me of a severe attack of kidney complaint, causing the pains in my back and trouble with the kid- ney secretions to disappear after everything else had failed to help me. .
 Price soc, at all dealers. Don't simply ask for a kidney renedy-set Doan's Kidney Pi1ls-the same that Mrs. Hogan had. Foster -adilburn Co. Props. Buffalo. N. T.
Norwich bulletin., 1914-10-29
REPUBLICAN REPRESENTATION.

In accordance with the approval of the plans of the national committee by the republican state conventions for the establishment of a. new basis of representation in national conventions, announcement is given two years in advance of the next gathering by Chairman Hilles that the end which has been so long sought has finally been accomplished
 By it a fairer representation Is given to the voters of all sections of the country and there is removed the in- justice of the great power which has been wielded by the southern states. By the new plan there will be less delegates by e9o in the national repub- lican. convention, the loss in repre- sentation falling on the island possess sions and seven southern states. The old system was one which had been in use for many years and whatever use was made of it was that of established custom. It operated to the advantage of one no more than of another, but it was desirable that it be overcome. By the new method the representation is based upon votes and not upon congressional districts regardless of the number of republican voters.
 The early adjustment of this uues- ton at 9. time sufficiently distant from a national convention as to have no effect upon the candidates before it is a cause for satisfaction. It is a change which was needed. It was urged in many conventions and prom ised by the last and the announce ment at this time that it will govern the next permits of no complications with campaign activities.
Norwich bulletin., 1914-10-29
REPUBLICAN, TICKET.
United States Senator

United States Senator eFRANK B. BRANDEGEE, New Lon don. : Governor. MARCUS H. HoLcoMB, southington Lieutenant Governor. CLIFFORD B. WILSON. Bridgeport i State Secretary. 1. CHARLES D. BURNES, GreenWicn State Treasurer FREDERICK s. CHAMBERLAIN, New Comptroller. MORRIS c. WEBSTER, Harwinton. < Attorney General z GEORGE E. AMMAN. Windham 2 Representative in Congress Ssecond District RICHARD P. FREE- \ MAN. New London. | State Senators. s1s-LUcIUs E. wHrToN New Lon- ss1s-JoHN H. BARNES. Norwich. .20-BENJAMIN H. HEWITT. stoning- sas-JoiHNi M. rATEM, Eastford. ' o. THOMPSON. Pom sa5-c, DENNIsoN TAI.corr, Vernon S Sheriffs. New London County-sIDNEY A. BROWN, New London. windham County CHARLES A. z GATES, Windharn. TT Holland FIRED O. yINTON, Mansfield.
 Judge of Probate.
 NELSON J. AYLING, Norwich
 Representatives
 ALBERT J. BAILEY.
 JOSEPH H. HENDERSON
Norwich bulletin., 1914-10-29

needs legislative attention in this state and it is the only way the people can obtain any relief New Britain ought to know that pretty well By this time. It has acceeded to the deniands of the insurance companies. has i'm
 proved it's water supply. has increased the numerical strength Of the fire de- partn1ent, provided the newest and most up-to-date equipment for fighting fires and has extended the fire limits, which mean an expense to property owners, and the answer of the coInpar1- tes is higher rates. That isn't fair, it isn't honest 1t isn't giving New Brit
Norwich bulletin., 1914-10-29
ANDRE OR LESS COMMON OCCURRENCE

. It was late in the afternoon of what had been a threatening October day. I had listened to MoIinfs band on the Plaza and now strolled home on the long cement walk that lined the "At- lantfe City of California;
 Nursemaids passed in each direction. Resignedly they wheeled or led their tired charges; gayfy trimmed beach chairs rolled by. laden with the sick and the lazy. In one, two large, sporttly dressed men of the bulldog-jaw type, with diamond advertising from cra- vats and fingers, suffered themselves to be peranbulated by an old man. a soldier, too proud to go to the beautiful National Home nearby.
 The sun played unusual capers as it slowly dipped in the ocean, and sud- denly the Yale of the Pacific Navi- gation Co, preened herself before it, stood out in relief, proudly. like the college that bears her name, and passed on.
 I came to the Turkish Bazaar. From the faces of the two attendants they had done a good business, but were preparing to close for the day. Octo- Der is between-seasons at the Southern California watering places. but there are always the hangers-on, who buy.
 Thousand dollar rugs lay carelessfy across chairs and diyans, cases of pre- cious stones beckoned from walls and corners, and wax figures. supporting embroidered kimonos, boudoir caps, and Irish lace creations, smiled sick ening1y from unseeing ewes. The place was restful, mysterious-treache
 There were a few stragglers. and among them saw Moltxe, the prize fighter, faultless in dress. hawiess in manly physique. His trainer, a con- stant companion, was with him Moltke, before it was known what was his calling, had been pronounced by Ethel Hayes, traveller. tourist, and well-known society girl of large Eastern city. as the only real man on the beach; and by the Countess Sustini, who stopped at The Crown on the Ocean Front as the only American she really cared to meet.
 But Moitke knew his place. He never knew anybody. He summed women ae he did alcohol and tobacco. An un- conceited Apollo, he went his way. 8 familiar figure on tlle board walk, each afternoon.
 Moltke was looking intently al
Norwich bulletin., 1914-10-29
LETTERS TO THE EDITOR
The Railing in, the sibiey Case.

MT. Editor: The ruling and opinion of the Compensation Commissioners, in the case of Sheriff Sibley, reported in the Wednesdays issue of the Bulletin, Is an excellent thing for a very worthy class of our citizens, and will benefit a large number. The principal estAb- lished is that public officials are ern- ployees and so come, within the pro- visions Of the Employers Liability Law. True 1t is that many of them work just as hard as those engaged in manual labor, and when one stops to think of it, what good reasons why they too should not have the aid and protection of the state, county, town, city or district thrown around them :? Our dpnstables are of course to be classed with sheriffs. Again if public officials like sheriffs, elected and sal aried, are within the provisions of the law, who can deny the same relief to assessors, board of relief. registrars of voters and selectmen? The mayor of the City of Norwich receives the same salary as the sheriff. and if he stum- bles in his duty there may be no help for it, but if he stumb1es on the court house granite steps, while in the dis charge of his duty he. his widow or children will receive some consolation. The members of the court of common council of Norwich it is true receive no salary, and on the principle Of 'sthe less the pay the less the perquisites and the greater the hours." might seem to be barred. But this is too marrow a view. Who can deny that they are employees and work just as hard as the messengers and 1ainitors, and so equally entitled to the state- -provid- ed insurance? Tax collectors, town clerks, registrars of voters are all in cluded, provided of course that they are in the line of duty. So too the Com pensation Commissioners, the railroad commissioners, health officers and all other. officials of high degree. The judges on the bench, the goyErnor and all other state officers can now move about with inpunity while engaged 1T, Che duties Of their offices. This ruling if sustained. puts Connecticut in the very frlnt rank of progressive states, if not ahead of them all. Let's all be ofice holders.
 CITIZEN. Norwich. Oct 2s, 1914. >
Norwich bulletin., 1914-10-29

done in ridding the, city of the plague carrying rodents. 1t has cost some thing, but it was necessary and worth it.
 Tn its efforts there is no question but what the fight against the bubonic plague has resulted in such improve ments that it has greatly bettered the health of that southern city in other respects Sanitation has been put into operation with @ vengeance and with capital results, and the cleanup ef- forts have resulted in a reduction in fire insurance rates on brick rnercan- tile buildings. The city has not only bettered itself in the fight against dis ease. but 1t has lessened the 'possfbil- itfes of fires and is a better and more wholesome city. It was an emergency which aroused New Orleans, but such might have been avoided had pre- ventive measures been adopted at an earlier time.
Norwich bulletin., 1914-10-29
RELIEVING coTToN sITuATroN.

Though the cotton raisers of the south may not be able to fully see their way out of the predicament in which a large crop and a. demoralized market left them. it is quite evident from day to day that the situation is surely reaching an adjustment. It is requiring a little time and plenty of thought but such should be expected. It is by no means hopeless, but ap- preaching the solution on 8 safe and sane basis.
 Desperate efforts were made by the south to shift the burden onto th4 government. The idea was to have the United States treasury move the crop off the hands of the producers and guarantee them against loss. Such would have been as was persistent ly pointed out, @ most dangerous pre- cedent. It would simply have been inviting 8 like action by the producers of all other commodities throughout the country regardless of the pretext for the purpose of price maintenance
 The relief which is to come through the aid which can be and is being ex- tended by the bankers, and the open ing up of an increased foreign market at this time by the British declara- ton that cotton shipments will not be interfered with. are Of material as- sistance in I9setfng the problem. It is also the most effective way of bringing it Ito the realization of the cotton growers that some immediate regard must be paid to the matter of demand and supply. a matter which would have received no emphasis from the, handling of the cotton crop by government support of the price fix | ing proposition
Norwich bulletin., 1914-10-29
Apply sIoa1s Freely Tor Lumase.

Your attacks of lun1sgo are not nearly so hopeless as they seem. You can relieve them almost instantly by a simple application of Sloan's Linirnent on the back of the ioins. Lumbago is a form of rfaeumatisn and yields per- fectly to Sioan's which penetrates quickly all in through the sore, ten- der muscles, hnnbers up the back and makes it feel fine. Get a bottle of Sloan's Eminent for 25 cents of any druggist and have it in the house against colds, sore and swollen joints. rheumatism, neuralgia, sciatica and like ailments. Your money back if not satisfied, but it does give almost fn- stant relief.
Norwich bulletin., 1914-10-29
VOTERS SEE THEIR DUTY.

There is no doubt but what the average voter has studied out for him. self the problems of the existing cam- paign and has decided for himself where his interests lie. but 1t is inn possible to overlook the fact that this second congressional district demands a representative in congress who can represent his constituents. one who can give his time to the interests of fhe district and one who can be re- sfed upon to support vital principles which will give confidence and stability to the business and industrial life of this end of the state.
 !: Congressman Mahan has held office for nearly two years and what is the result? Is there any evidence of the &rowth and prosperity of Eastern iConnecticut because of it i It is a fact that as the result of the policies which he has supported Hhat working time in mills and fac- tories have decreased, the condition of the working man has not improved The promises which were made by Min that the cost of living would drop have not only failed, but prices have risan Mills and factories have been operating under reduced time and the democratfo response to industrial in tsrests in this and other sections is that they must be taken south, if they want to exist. This is democratic poll icy and democratic 1egislation such as our congressman stood for and 1t is most emphatica1ly against the welfare of this district.
 Ip addition to the stagnation and business uncertainty has come the in- come tax and upon that the war tax that the people of this country must pay in order. that foreign producers can get the benefit of this country as . market for the product of their poor. ty paid labor.
 It isn't that kind of action or thu roing of things in that way which ap. pea1s favorably to the voter. be h. fahorer, merchant, farmer, mill oper. ativo or business man. The distric in common with the country has beer given setback because of action two years ago. Is it therefore surprising that the people of this district ar, rallying to the support of Brandege, for the senate and Freeman for con gress when they stand for principle, which; can and will overcome sucl dismal democratic disaster?
Norwich bulletin., 1914-10-29
NEW. ORLEANS AND PREVENTION

Wherever they have been put into operation prevention measures have been found to pay. New Orleans Is one of the latest to ioe furnishing the good results of maintaining such a policy and while 1t wes action into which 1t was forced 1t nevertheless Ehows to itself and others what can be accomplished through the insti- Iution of proper precaution.
 Bubontc plague was the means of tausing New Orleans to realize It's condition and to get earnestly at work o remedy it. The health authorities ieceived the valuable assistance of the iederal officials and @. general clean ap campaign followed In order to ;tamp out every possible vestige of he disease. There was crusade Lgainst the rat and the Pied Piper of Hamlin could have done no more than AA~ ~xat catchers of New Orleans have
Norwich bulletin., 1914-10-29
OTHER VIEW POINTS
----------------

Are American manufacturers going to discharge their help and close half their plants in order that foreign goods may find their way to American con- sumers? We think not The sentf- nent that is daily growing in favor of American goods for American con- sumers may >1prce Congress to put up the. tarin bars again before the foreign product, now kept out by the war, has a chance to enter on the heels of it, Manchester Herald.
Norwich bulletin., 1914-10-29

In the death of Stiles Judson pow erful personality is withdrawn from the public life Of this State. For many years he had been prominent in his profession and a growing figure in the politics of Connecticut. He was naturally a leader and his place fn whatever he undertook was at or near the head. His capacity for labor was almost the equivalent of genius and combined with his natural and ac quired qualities of mind constituted him a power in whatever he under took, a man to be sought as a helper and feared as foe in his profession and in political life.-Bridgeport stand ard.
Norwich bulletin., 1914-10-29

ain square deal and the only hope of relief lies in the direction Of ths capitol at Hartford and in having men there who will urge and vote for that form of legislation which will De of some real benefit to the people.-T New Britain Herald. sst 5
Norwich bulletin., 1914-10-29

The brass buttons for American soldiers uniforms have been made in England under contract awarded by the Democratic Secretary of War and Uncle San's soldiers and sailors wear a lot of brass buttons. Some of them have two double rows down the iron, of their uniforms. Then, there are Army and Navy ornaments, shoulder straps and other kind of official in- signia. Uncle Sam's revenue officers under Secretary McAdoo, wear hrAse buttons, too, and even the capital po- licen1en and watchnen at the doors of the Government departments are adorned with these shining emblems of official authority.-Torringto Reg ister.
Norwich bulletin., 1914-10-29

There can be no doubt that the Bel g1ans need relief at once, but after a business depression and short work Ing time here for a. year or more there IS crying need for relief in this coun- try also.
Norwich bulletin., 1914-10-29

The country agrees with ex-Presi- dent Tart in tie statement that peace treaties are worthy means of avert Ing war. Certainly they are the cheap est,
Norwich bulletin., 1914-10-29

When nothing else can move thu peaceful attitude Of some nations ItaIy and Greece find earthouake shock; have proved successful.
Norwich bulletin., 1914-10-29

All that is needed is for someone to set to music the march of the pro- Eressives back to the republican party to get g. brand new campaign song.
Norwich bulletin., 1914-10-29

Ill Massachusetts Charles s. Bird, former progressive candidate for gov ernor. charges the democrats with be- 1ng the cause Of the depression. The pest reason in the world for not help- inS them to continue St.
Norwich bulletin., 1914-10-29
Usual Balkan Discount.

It is now on the Black Sea that the phantom fleets are doing such heavy cannonading. But as the news passes through Bucharest, it has to be given the usual Balkan discount.--Springfie Republican.
Norwich bulletin., 1914-10-29

The fierce manner in which war is being waged in Europe shows how dif- ferent conditions are from what they were in 1870
Norwich bulletin., 1914-10-29

Being elected as g. democrat by the democrats has been much harder accomplishment than being elected as 8 democrat by the progressives.
Norwich bulletin., 1914-10-29

This country is the victim of unkept democratic promises and yet endorse ment or their acts and policies is sought. What is the thinking voter going to say about thato
Norwich bulletin., 1914-10-29

With war all around him and earth quakes to the south of him is it any wonder Emperor Francis Joseph can not sleep?
Norwich bulletin., 1914-10-29

The man on the corner says: It fs about time that the legion of voters hit something with the blunt end of a ballot.
Norwich bulletin., 1914-10-29

| The attempt to assassinate Villa is
 one of the accompaniments of holding
 an Important position, in some coun- tries,
Norwich bulletin., 1914-10-29

i The local democrats want no more rallies. What's the use of celebrating someone else's coming victory?
Norwich bulletin., 1914-10-29

. At ostend. famous watering place, shells have always lined the shore. Now they fill the air.
Norwich bulletin., 1914-10-29

An issue has been created which has for its object the investigation of fire insurance rates, 8 matter which
Norwich bulletin., 1914-10-29
EDITORIAL NOTES.

,ical change than now when the time is
 ripe.
Norwich bulletin., 1914-10-29

If no one has seen snowfiakes there are a great many who are willing to
 take it for granted.
Norwich bulletin., 1914-10-29

Norwich. Oct. 2s, 1914.
The Washington herald., 1914-02-15
BERLIN APPLAUDS
AMERICAN MUSICIANS
CAM and .Spiering Win Favor with
the Public and Critics-Fielder
Is Welcomed

Special Gable TO The Washington Herald
Berlin, Feb. I.-American musicians
are playing an unusually active part at
present in the Berlin concert season.
In spite of the fierce competition of five
or SIX concerts every night by leading
European artists, the Americans are vim
ming their full share OF attention.
Rudolph CAM. the pianist, formerly of
Chicago, gave a recital in Beethoven Hall
Tuesday night and had pronounced sue
cess with both the public and critics
Theodore Spiering. the American conduc-
tor. who created much comment recently
by bringing out Rezniczek's new orcbes-
trail work, 1.-The Conaueror," viii direct
the Philharmonic orchestra classical con-
cert next Tuesday evening spiering.
who is rapidly taking a place in the first
rank of Berlin conductors. is assured Of
a large audience in advance.
Another American musician who has
favor is Sydney Biden, the barytone. who
is giving a number of recitals. Nine.
Eing-Clark, wife of a well-known Amer
lean tenor, will give her first song re-
citaI here soon.
Max Fielder. former director of the
Boston Symphony Orchestra, has been
welcomed with open arms upon mis- re-
turn TO Germany, and is giving "a series
of concerts with his Philharmonic orches-
ira to crowded houses.