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Norwich bulletin., 1914-12-03
CHRISTMAS SALE.
Trinity Methodist Ladies Had Attrae-
 tive Articles For Their Patrons.


 The rainy weather did not mar in the least the supper and Christmas sale of the Ladies Aid of Trinity Methodist Episcopal church held on Wednesday afternoon and evening and in, view of this success it has been decided to continue the sale this aft ernoon. Many of the tables were practically sold out and all did a hol- iday business.
 The dolls were attractively display ed on tables in the church parlor and who was assisted by Mrs. J. L. Bick- ford, Mrs. Robert Smith, Mrs. F. " Coleman. An attractive feature o1 the sale was the candy booth arrang- ed in the form of log cabin and dec- orated with a large American flag This booth was in charge of Mrs. J. E. Robinson assisted by Miss Lucy Blackbun sHnd Miss Marian Braley
 The qher tables and those in charge follow:
 Apron table-Mrs Nelson V. Porter Miss Blanche Porter and Mrs. Frank H. King Handkerchief table-Mrs. Tyler D. Guy, Mrs. Frank Briggs Mrs. Vernon Hiscox, Mrs. Darwin Briggs. Fancy bags-Mrs J. T. Young. Mrs. Johnson Morgan, Mrs. AL bert Boardman. Variety table-Mrs Ernest Newbury, Miss Rhebe Starr Mrs. Cc>/ello Lippit-
 The fish pond proved a decided at- traction for the younger ones whe took delight in fishing out prizes.
 During the supper and sale an or chestra of six pieces led by Waldo Newbury provided music and at the supper it was estimated that 150 or over were served. Mrs. Charles Wor- thington was in general charge.
Norwich bulletin., 1914-12-03

Arthur D. Lathrop wRs reelected president, William w. Beckwith was elected secretary and former Secretary Charles D. Greenman was elected treasurer, succeeding Frank w. Brewster, at the 60th annual meeting of the New London County Agrfcul- tural society held in the town hall on Wednesday morning at II o'clock. Both MT. Greenman and MT. Brewster de- clined, for business reasons. re-electton to the offices they had previously held and administered so successfully.
 There were several nominations for Secretary. M. B. Ring proposing the name of Albert J. Bailey, R. c. Plaut nominating W. W. Beckwith, Griswold H. Morgan naming Woodbury O. Rog- CTS and William B. Wilcox proposing Elmer R. Pierson. but MT. Pierson de- clined the nomination.
 The chair appointed G. H. Morgan and G. A. Kahn as tellers and there were found to have been cast 26 votes, of which MT. Bec5with had Is, Mir. Bailey 5. MT. Rogers 1. and Mrs. Pier son i.
 On motion of Mir Ring, the election of MT. Beckwith was made by accla- mation. When the announcement had been made by MT. Lathrop that MT. Beckwith was chosen, Mr. Beckwith stated he did not seek the office. but that the society would stand behind him and stop the holes where the so- ciety was losing money.
 Directors.
 The following directors were then elected: E. Judson Miner, Fitchville; Dr. Nathaniel F'oote, Colchester: John T. Beckw1th, East Lyme; George A Kahn, Franklin; Simon Brewster GrisWold; E. A. Hoxie. Lebanon; Au- gustus F. .Reade, Lisbon; Ray Hard
Norwich bulletin., 1914-12-03
DEFENSE TESTIMONY IN
 AUTO DAMAGE SUIT
Superior Court Occupied by $fo,0oo
 Suit for Boys Death

Trial of the case of Charles B. Webber of New London against Charles H. Klinck and George b. Klinck for $1o,00o for the death of his four years old son, Richard Web Der, from injuries received by being struck by an automobile delivery wag- on owned by the defendants, and driv- en by Daniel Casey. over a year ago, was resumed in the superior court here before Judge Milton A. Shun- way and a jury Wednesday morning.
 When court came in Ezra M. Cobb, testified to talking with the children before the accident and seeing the Klinek auto pass him at high rate of speed.
 Coroner Franklin H. Brown was the next witness and he told of going to dent, after which the plaintiff rested it's case.
 Loren E. DaboIl, civil engineer, was the first witness for the defense and he explained maps of the scene of the accident.
 He was followed by Frank A. Buck lyn and Dr. John K. Bucklyn of Mys- tic. who testified to being at the Law renee hospital when the Webber boy was brought there and told about his condition.
 In the afternoon session of court Danlel F. casey, WT1O was dr1VlnS the car, described how the accident occur red. He said the auto was moving about ten miles an hour when the boy jumped out sideways into the road and was struck
 Dr. Harry M. Lee testified to the boys injuries. William L. Davies, who was at work nearby the scene of the accident, Charles H. I<linclx, one of the defendants, and Katherine Marie PrindiviIle, a nurse at the hos pital, were the last witnesses We'd nesday afternoon.
Norwich bulletin., 1914-12-03
CHANGE IN COUNTY FAIR OFFICERS
-C D. Greenman Succeeds F. w. Brewster Treasm- er-A. D. Lathrop Reelected President-Expenses of Last Year Were $11 35-Year Closed With Balance in Treasury.

ing, Lyme; Dan D. Home. Montviile; : George G. Avery, New London; M. B. Ring, Norwich; George A. Pendleton North Stonington; Charles S.. Wood Salem; Allison B. Ladd. Jr., Sprague; D. Byron Gallup. Voiuntown; Thomas B. Collins, Stonington; Samuel E. Holdridge. Ledyard; Morton F. Plant Groton.
 Raymond, Richard T. Bushnell, Nor Wich.
 John T. Beckwith of East Lyme was elected to take the place of James A. Way, and the only other change was the addition of the name of Morton +. Plant Of Groton, that town not having had a. representative on the board for some time.
 M. E. Ring presented draft of a new constitution, a committee to re- wise the constitution having been ap- pointed at the last meeting, but on motion of R. c. Plaut it was referred to @ committee to be appointed by the chairman, who was President Arthur D. Lathrop.
 In the carly part of the meeting Treasurer Frank W. Brewster pre- scented his report which showed that the society has grown to large propor- tions. Tn permanent improve eInents there were expended last year $2,600, for fast horses over $2.100 and in pre- miums over SI, 800. The expenses of the fair were $I1,511.s5. There is a balance in the treasury and there is to be received the state aid of $500. which gives the officers a good nucleus to work on for the next fair.
 The meeting closed with a discus sion along general lines. Mr. Greenman telling how fairs in Vermont were con- ducted and MT. Beckwith giving infor- nation upon what he had seen in fairs in the south and west.
Norwich bulletin., 1914-12-03
PERSONALS

Daniel Taylor has returned to Rocky Hill from a lengthy visit in Franklin.
 Miss Clara Grant of Franklin has been visiting MT. and Mrs. N. Eugene Smith of this city.
 Miss Ruth Harding of Norwich Free Academy was at her home in Hamburg early in the week.
 Mrs. H. E. Beckwith and daughter have returned to Hartford after spend- ing a, month with her mother, Mrs. J. T. Cherry of Division street.
 Miss Ethel Hull. waao is taking 8 post graduate course at the Norwich Free Academy. has been spending a few days at her home in North Ston- ington.
 MT. and Mrs. Green of Norwich and MT. and Mrs. Edwin Cook of Norwich were holiday guests of MT. and Mrs. E. G. Boss of Oak TfIfl farm. Hope Valley. R. I.
 J. Munz of IS Mckinley avenue was a visitor in Battle Creek. Mich. last week. On Tuesday he visited the Kel- logg Toasted Corn Flake company factories, one of the show places of the food city.
Norwich bulletin., 1914-12-03
HELPING HANDS SALE.
Annual Evening at Spiritual Academy
 Had Large Patronage.

The annual two days sale under the auspices Of the Helping Hands opened auspiciously at the Spiritual academy Wednesday afternoon ano by night the various booths and tables were practically cleaned out. From 5 to 7-30 there was a baked bean SUD- per with Mrs. Gertrude Tootill. Mrs William Beetham, Mrs. Sigma Beebe and Mrs. Annie Woodman in charge of the tables. Mrs. E. R. Futile and Mrs. David Avery assisted in the kitchen
 The booths and tables were at- uactive1y decorated, the general color scheme being red green and white Those in charge: General charge Mrs. Nathan Brewster, president oi the Helping Hands.
 ApronS-Mrs. Charles A. Dowsett.
 Home made candies-Mrs. Naples and Miss Emma Naples.
 Home made cale-Mrs. Augustus Gould.
 Fancy articIes-NGrs. Ida Green.
 Grab bagS-Ndiss Charlotte Beeth- am
Norwich bulletin., 1914-12-03
DOES CUPID USE A HAIR NET7

Yes indeed he does. At least many times the attention of the one man" has been caught by beautiful hair. Love stories all tell us of the hero ines beautiful hair because 1t is one of the features which most attracts men. Tn washing the hair it is not advisable to use a makeshift, but all ways use a preparation made for shampooing only. You can enjoy the best that is known for about three cents a shampoo by getting a package of cauthrox from your druggist; dis solve a teaspoonful in a cup of hot water and your shampoo is ready. After it's use the hair dries rapidly with uniform color. Dandruff, ex- cess oil and dirt are dissolved and entirely disappear. Your hair will be so fluffy that it will look much heavier than it is. Its lustre and softness will also delight you, while the stimulated scalp gains the health which insures hair growth. Ady't.
Norwich bulletin., 1914-12-03
rwo EauAI suffraa. MestIna..

The suffrage leaders held two inter- esting meetings on Wednesday night, one at Stonington and the other at Uncasvi1le. At the UneasviIle NJ. E. church, where the meeting was held, it happened to be the night of the Ladies' Aid society's annual sale. At this meeting Miss Emily Pierson was the speaker and Frederick c. Johnson presided. While in Uncasville the vis- itors were guests of the Johnson fam fly.
 The Stonington meeting was held in Burrows hall, which was crowded to the doors. The speakers were Miss Alyse Gregory and Miss Isabel Sam ders.
 This (Thursday) evening there will be a meeting at the Gales Ferry church. The speakers will be Miss Alyse Gregory and Miss Isabel san ders- On Friday there will be a meet ing in PoquetanuclS and Rev. l.. c. Sherburne will preside.
Norwich bulletin., 1914-12-03
A PROTEST STRIKE OF
 LYNN SHOE WORKERS. 7,ooo Employees Are to Quit Work for Two Hours Tomorrow.

Lynn, Mass, Dec. "A protest strike of the 1000 employees of shoe factories of this city who are affiliated with the United Shoe Workers of America was ordered for two hours Friday at a meeting of the business agents of the instructions of the meeting, the opera tives are to leave their benches not later than 10 o'clock Friday morning and are to be prepared to return at 1 o'clock.
 The walkout was ordered. according to the business agents. as ''the only means of showing resentment against the taking of a poll of the shoe factory employees of the city on their willing ness to submit all difficulties with their employers to the state board of con- ciliatien. and arbitration.
Norwich bulletin., 1914-12-03
Second Raid on tha syran.n.

The house which is known as the Swamp and is kept by William Austin, coIored, was raided by the police about 2-S0 this (Thursday) morning after a complaint had been received from two men who had been in the place and had trouble over money matters. The same place was raided last Friday morning, when ten people were arrest ed.
 This time there were five arrested. They were Gertrude Williams, Roslyn, L. l., Lulu Aaron, Roslyn, l.. l., George Williams, Providence, all colored, Wii- Frank Larkie, Norwich, colored.
 The officers making the raid were Sergeant Matthews and Policemen Morgan, P. Murphy, Cowles, Fenton, Driscoll, and Vetter
Norwich bulletin., 1914-12-03
SEWED TO HELP
 EUROPEAN WAR SUFFERERS.
League Opposed to Woman Suffrage
 Held First Meeting of Season.

Wednesday afternoon at o'clock, at the home of it's president, Mrs. Eb- enezer Learned, the Norwich branch of the league opposed to woman suffrage held it's first meeting Of the winter season.
 Reports were presented from the secretary, Mrs. Archibald Mitchell IT,. and from the treasurer, Mrs. Hora- tio Bigelow, and were approved.
 After the discussion of other busi- ness, the 37 members present spent the rest of the afternoon in sewing for the sufferers through the European war.
 The league will hold it's meetings regularly on the first Wednesday of each month at the homes of different members.
Norwich bulletin., 1914-12-03
Help the Stomach Digest Your Food

When the stomach fails to di- gest and distribute that which is eaten. the bo " l s become 2 clogged with a mass of waste and refuse that fermentS and generates poisons that are grad ually forced into the blood, causing distress and eften serious illness.
 Most people naturally object to the drastic cathartic and pur- gative agents that shock the system A mild, gentle laxative. positive in it's effect and that will quickly relieve constiparion is Dr. CaldwelPs Syrup Pepsin. sold by druggists at fifty cents and one dollar a bottle. It does not gripe or cramp, but acts easily and pleasantly, and is therefore the most satisfactory remedy for children, women and elderly persons. For free trial bottle write to Dr. W. B. sSaId- well 451 Washington St, Mont icello. III.
Norwich bulletin., 1914-12-03

-before ! rid my face of pfmptee was not thought to be pretty. But all the change I made was to clear my blood and skin."
 Many a face is made with beautiful contour and aFtiscally lined, but when the skin is discolored one cannot see the beauty of the face lines. One mo- tices only the skin blemishes.
 It's because pimples and eruptions come from the inside-from impure blood-and you can't cure them by rubbing stuff on the outside of the face Purify the blood and the blem- ishes will disappear.
 Stuart's Calcium Waters will often clear the complexion in a few days time. That's the wonderful part of it they act right off in a hurry. That's because they're made of just the in- gredients needed to drive all poisons and impurities from the blood. That's why doctors prescribe them so con stantly.
 You will speedily enjoy a beautiful eompiexion if you use these wonderful little Waters. Your face will become as clear and pure as a rose. Nobody likes to have pimply-faced people around. With Stuart's Calcium Waters you don't have to wait for months be- fore getting results. Even boils have been cured in a few days time with these remarkably effective blood cleansers. Your whole system will feel better in a marvelously short time, and my, what a difference in
 You can't get Stuart's Calcium Wa fers of any druggist at 50 cents a box. A small sample package mailed free by addressing F. A. Stuart O., 175' Stuart Bldg, Marshall, Mich.
Norwich bulletin., 1914-12-03
s2ss 14i .e64 .sO7

Three schools were in the notable list through having no cases of tardi- ness, and three others had only one case. while the general average of .sS Is very good in such a large number of students.
 month, not. however, affecting the at- tendance records, was the closing of the Wequonnoc school for a week on account of scarlet fever and of the Hobart avenue Kindergarten on ac- count of diphtheria
Norwich bulletin., 1914-12-03
BURNS NIGHT.
Committee Finds That Demand for
 Another Celebration is Imperative.

The committee on the annual Burns banquet was in some doubt this year whether to carry drought another banquet, but they found at a recent meeting that the Norwich Scots would not allow the birthday of their poet to pass without celebration.
 They have accordingly begun work on the plans and intend to make it surpass all other events in the speak ing, the Scotch music as a special feature, with the pipers and dancers. The most convenient date near to the 25th of January they found would be the evening of Thursday. the 21st, and the place would be as before, the Wau- regan house.
 The committee in charge consists of Archibald Mitchell. 4th, chairman, AL exander Sharp, James HoIlin, Gavin Wilson, William J. Honeyman and John Duff
Norwich bulletin., 1914-12-03
Annoanesmans Partu

Am especially enjoyable meeting of the W. E. C. was held Tuesday eve ming at the home of Miss Elsie l.. Peck of Clairemont avenue All mem bers were present. Sewing occupied the early part of the evening, and at 9:30 the party adjourned to the din- ing room, where a tempting supper was served by the hostess.
 The table was attractively decorat- ed with narcissus and Carnations. The place cards were appropriate and an- nounced the engagement of Miss Peck and George LeRoy Champlfn of Hartford.
 The company departed at a late hour amid a shower of good wishes for the happiness of the hostess present and future.
Norwich bulletin., 1914-12-03
nAs NInELuNeENLIEp
Described by Paper and Music Before
 Norwich Round Table

For its meeting on Wednesday eve ming Mrs. A. Charles Hatch of No. 72 Mckinley avenue was hostess for the Norwich Round Table and the program was an especially enjoyable one as given by the paper upon Das Nibelungenlied by Miss Mary G. Hem derson, with musical illustrations upon the Victroia-
 The attendance was large and at the served by the hostess. This was a postponed meeting from a week oze Tuesday.
Norwich bulletin., 1914-12-03
Train Killed Two Deer.

Tuesday morning about 5 o'clock a freight train passing Massapeag on the Central Vermont railroad ran into a large and small deer that were walk ing on the track. The animals were badly wounded. F. J. Hope, game war den of Montville. was notified of the matter later, and he gave Andrew A. Macfariane and c. M. Perry. who live near the scene of the accident, permits sion to take charge of the animals. As the deer could hardly move, they were bled to death and the carcasses will be used for food when properly seasoned.
Norwich bulletin., 1914-12-03
GEO. .A.DAVIS. 5 Broadway
nent.

school. Pennington, after brief visit to Mrs. Frederic s. Camp of Broadway.
 Miss Mary Radel and Miss Margaret Radel of bridgeport are guests of Mrs. John Steiner of Churcch street
 Rev. Professor Benjamin w. Bacon and son, B. Selden Bacon. have re- turned to New Haven, after a few days visit with MT. and Mrs. William A. Aiken of Washington street.
 Broadway were guests for the holi- day of MT. AveriIps sisters, Miss Har- riet F. and Miss Maria w. Averill of Danbury. Mir. Averill has returned to Norwich. Mrs. Averil remaining for a visit with Danbury relatives.
Norwich bulletin., 1914-12-03
WAS DRIVING HIS CAR
 FOR WoMEN'S FATHER
Statement by Fred Lavine About the
 Auto Accident of Saturday Night

Fred Lavine of Lebanon, who was driving the automobile that upset. on Broadway fi1l on Saturday night last stated on Wednesday that he had made the trip to this city as chauf- feur of the machine, having been hired by l. Cohen of Leonards Bridge, who was the father of the two women who were in the machine at the time of the accident. MT. Cohen had expected to come, but at the last moment changed his mind and his two daugh- ters decided to go. He wished the impression that this was a "joy ride" corrected.
 He said that he noticed the steering gear going wrong at the corner of Union street and Broadway and had almost decided to stop then but con- cluded to get to the top Of the hill first He had a. half pint bottle of de- natured alcohol under the cushion of one of the seats but knew nothing Of any bottle of mineral water which it was reported was among the wreckage.
Norwich bulletin., 1914-12-03
ASA WALDEN HELD
 FOR HIGHER COURT.
Charge Against Salem Man is Adultery
 Committed in MontNiIle..

Asa Walden, ss. of Salem, charged with adultery. pleaded guilty before Justice Smiddy of Montville Wednes- day and was bound over to the supe- rior court Mabel Gordon is the woman named in the complaint
 Charles Gordon, husband of the woman, committed suicide by means of carbolic acid on the night of Nov. 15.
 Mrs. Gordon has not been arrested and town authorities would not say what action would be taken on the evil dence against her. Constable Hickey took Walden into custody "Wednesday and brought him before Justice Snlid- dy. He was unable to furnish bonds of $500.
Norwich bulletin., 1914-12-03
DISPLACED BAILEY
 FROM THE LEAD
Lewis and Psttis in Front in West
 Side PinochIe

In their play on Wednesday night an upset among the leaders of the West Side Pinochie club took place when Lewis and Pettis took the first place from Bailey. who has held the lead almost from the start of the present season By the fortunes of the game these two. players were part ners for the whole evening, with the exception of one game, and their scores went booming along together, Pettis getting over 5000 and Lewis nearly that figure.
 The individual scores made during the evening were as follows: Bailey 5555, Lewis 7,950, Pettis s04o, Baker 5940, Pendleton es35, Larsen SITS, Schlit8 603o. D.. Jordan 6S25, Under wood 5165. A. Jordan 6525, Peckham 6640. Hallisey 7ego
 When the play for the evening was over the standing to date was as fol- lows:
 Lewis s4,455, Pettis ss,715, Bailey s2. ITO, Pendleton S1 ,21o, Baker S1,145. J. Jordan 79,155, Larsen 8,Te5. Schutz 7S,630, Hallisy 77,425. Peckham 77,265, A. Jordan T6,eS5, Underwood There are two more nights of play.
Norwich bulletin., 1914-12-03
Shop Talk at Richmond Radiator

Vocal selections by Mrs. L. O. Pot ter, accompanied by Miss Letitia. Kra- mer, were an attractive feature of the shop talk at the Richmond Radia- tor plant on Wednesday at noon when Rev. c. H Rtcketts. pastor of the GreeneTille Congregational church, gave a helpful talk. His topic was Blind Alleys, which he treated in a thoughtful way that conveyed impress i've lessons ot his hearers.
Norwich bulletin., 1914-12-03
WILL BE GUESTS
 AT NEW LONDON. Eastern Connecticut Development Committee to See Improvements There.

The eastern Connecticut development committee will be guests of the New London Business Mems association to- day (Thursday). After a dinner to be served at o'clock, the business ses- sion will be called to order by Presi- dent Cruttenden. The committeeman will then pay 8. visit to the New Lon don Ship and Engine companys plant, the new million dollar pier in process of construction and the new Connecti- cut College for Women, also in process of construction.
 Those who will attend from this city will be Mayor Timothy c. Murphy, H. R. Branche, president of the Norwich Business Mems association, F. H. Smith, past president, Secretary c. W. Person and c. J. Isbister, also of the Norwich association.
 William CruickshanIS, recently elect ed a state director of the State Busi- ness Mems association, now the State Chamber of Commerce. will attend the first meeting of the state directors since the change went into effect, to be held in Hartford today.
Norwich bulletin., 1914-12-03

In the following cases no error was found:
 New London County--Loretta Roma vs. Climax company of Lowell, Mass SlAes SpauAlSn ps J Iss.ee p rAorzoacN' s n L Opinion by whole court. J. J. O'Neill vs. Michael Conroy. Opinion by Jus- tics WhseieE.
Norwich bulletin., 1914-12-03
You Owe Your Face a Good. Clear Sk.n
And stuart's Calcium Waters in a Very Short Time Will Clear Up
 Your Complexion Naturally.

Just in a few days one may clear the skin of all manner of blemishes such as pimples, blotches. liver spots. etc, if one will use Stuart's Calcium Waters.
 Don't use pasty lotions and creams to i'll up the pores when they are working constantly with the blood to throw off the impurities of your sys- tenn.
Norwich bulletin., 1914-12-03

Harry Bradbury of Lyme shot two foxes this week, but only succeeded in ca nEuring one. The other craWled on three legs into a ledge.
Norwich bulletin., 1914-12-03
Incidents In Society

Mrs. Eward H. dinneIl has been entertaining her son and daughter-in- law, NIT. and Mrs. Arthur W. BunnelI of Boston.
 Miss Frances Camp of watertown, N. r., has returned to Miss Porter's
Norwich bulletin., 1914-12-03
No Error ln rhree County cases.

Hartford, Conn, Dec. 2.-The Con- necticut supreme court of errors today handed down fourteen decisions, in five of which error w&a found.
Norwich bulletin., 1914-12-03
SCHOOL ATTENDANCE.
November Showed Good Average of
 .e64-Three Without Tardiness.

The attendance for all the schools of the town of Norwich for the month of November is as follows:
 Nr,.r,.1,o.. o,,rnIlnd irnclrndiranr kinder