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The sun. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1833-1916, 1914-04-27

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Norwich bulletin., 1914-08-24
DEATH OF GRoToNs
 GRAND OLD MAN Thomas Avery Miner Passed Away m His 94th Year.

Thomas Avery Miner, Groton's grand old man, passed away at ms home in Monument street, Groton, at S.45 Saturday morning. Had he lived until Sept. ,, he would have reached the age of 94 He was born on Sept. ,, 1920. on the old Miner farm near Gen. ter Groton, where he lived till about s5 years ago, when he became resi- dent of the borough.
 MT Miner was a man Of the hlghest character, a deacon of the Congrega- tional church and president of the Groton Monument association. Ai- though he took a great interest in pup lie matters, Mir Miner would never ac- cept public office but his Judgment in all matters was highly valued He was a Republican in politics. He was senior vice president of the Mariners Savings bank of New London, having held that office since 1893. Up so about a year ago. when his health be- gan to fail, he was a regular atten 4- ant at the weekly meetings of the board of directors of the bank.
 During his illness for the past yeay he has been cheerful and patient, and so far as possible has kept informed regarding all the affairs of the times. Although he has outlived most of those of his generation, his youthful spirits kept him in touch and interested in the affairs of the younger generations. He is survived by one son. George Owen Miner, with whom he lived.
Norwich bulletin., 1914-08-24
OBITUARY.
Mrs. Andrew Purdcn.


 Janet Wilson Gray, wife of Andrew Purdon passed away on Saturday at her home No. 490 Boswell avenue and her death brought sadness to relatives and a wide circle of frieends made during her residence of nearly a third of a century in Greeneville.
 In Ayrshire, Scotland. Mrs. Puraon was born in 1857 the daughter of Alexander and Mary Isdale Gray and in HowWood, Scotland, she became the wife of Andrew Purdon on Sep tember 21, 1877. The ceremony was performed by Rev. R. sNeHl Ray, M. A. Mir. and Mrs Purdon came to Greeneville S1 years ago and have never resided elsewhere. They have always been numbered among the most respected members of their com niunity. Mrs. Purdon was a member of the Greeneville Congregational church and was notable for her charity and her interest in the well fare of those about her. She is sur vived by her husband, one brother, John Gray, two sons, James and An drew Purdon. and three daughters, Mrs. Frank Van Duyne, and Misses Annie and Janet Purdon. There are three grandchildren.
Norwich bulletin., 1914-08-24
DEMOCRATIC eTATE coNvEN-
 TON.
Called For Hartford Sept. f7 and 1s -Norwich and New London 2 DeIe- gates Each.

The call for the Democratic state convention to be held in the Foot Guard armory. in Hartford Sept IT and IS has just been issued by Chair man George Forster of Rockville and Secretary Patrick B. O'Sullivan of Derby, representing the Dem ocratic state central commit tee. The business of the con- vention will include the nomination of a candidate for United States sen ator, governor. lieutenant governor, comptroller, treasurer. secretary of state. and attorney general and the election of a new state central com mittee to represent the several sena- torial districts The convention will be called to order at 8 o'clock or the evening of Sept. IT for temporary or- ganization.
 Each town shall be entitled as a town to twice as many delegates as it has representatives in the legis- iature, and all towns in which the vote cast at the last presidential election exceeds 1000 shall be en- titled to one additional delegate for each additional 1000 votes then cast, and also each fraction thereof exceeding one-half.
 This rule gives Norwich ', New London ', Windham 5, Stonington 5.
Norwich bulletin., 1914-08-24
COMPENSATION AGREEMENTS
 WITH GALES FERRY co.
Three With Coast & Lake Corporation
 on File.

Recent compensation agreements that have been filed with the clerk of the superior court by Commissioner pr. J. J. Donohue include the folio " ing:
 Coast and Lake Construction Coro. of Gales Ferry, employer, and Do- menico Annetta of Gales Ferry, em- ploye, for a lacerated scalp received by the latter June II. Agreement was S23.25 from June 26 to July 26.
 Coast and Lake Construction Corp, of Gales Ferry. employer, and Sergio DiChiaro of Gales Ferry, employe, for small bone in ankle broken June 2S. Agreement was s5.25 weekly during disability, commencing July B.
 Coast and Lake Construction Corp, of Gales Ferry, employer, and Vict or Buchini of Gales Ferry. employe. for a bruised instep received by the latter July 21. Agreement was s6 from Aug. 5 to Aug. 12
Norwich bulletin., 1914-08-24
Dairymen to Meet to Discuss Prices


 Two important meetings from the point of view of the dairymen of the state will be held this week, one at Putnam, at il a. m., Wednesday, and one at Hawleyville, at Il a. m, on Thursday. The Boston Chamber of Commerce, the Connecticut State Board of Agriculture, the Connectic 1t Agricultural College Extension ser- vice, and the Connecticut State granye unite in asking farmers to attend these meetings. The conditions in New England in regard to the production and sale of milk are very unsatisfa .- tory from the viewpoint of the farmer. When the farmer gets from 8 to 5 cents quart and the consumer pays from z to 10 cents a quart there s something wrong.
 At these meetings ths problems of production from the farmers point of view will be discussed. It Is the da- sire that producers be heard from. Figures showing the cost of milk in in- dividuai dairies will be explained. These meetings are being held in CO., operation with the bureau of plant ;u- dustry, United States department of agriculture,
Norwich bulletin., 1914-08-24

been flying machines since the time of Daidalos, but now we can say that flight has been made-which is quite a different statement. 4 flight may be made now any time. Christ has over come the world and so 1t may be done again.
 Here comes the appeal to every one,s own experiences. Is not he that overcomes today the one that be- i!eveth in Jesus as the Son of God And the emphasis should be put upon the word Jesus. A former member of Dr. Bacon's church in New York state decIphered an inscription once upon the Parthenon In Athens which read, Nero. Caesar, son of God Shall one believe that any of the great war lords or magnates of the world are son Instead of Christ? No, none of these. But each of us has known one or two who have overcome the world and we have realized that 1t was their faith In Jesus that gave then the power and diIed their souls with per= feet peace and serenity.
 Is-nIf.-
Norwich bulletin., 1914-08-24

DIED.
 Thomas Avery Miner. in his ninety fourth year. KUSICK-In Preston. Aug. 22, 1914. Mary Kusick, of Jewett City. PURDoN-In GreeneviIIe. Aug. 22, Ja- net W. G.. wife of Andrew F. Purdon, aged 57 years. Funeral service at her late residence. 490 Boswell avenue. Tuesday after noon. at 2 o'clock. Interment in Yantic cemetery. TORREY-In Thompson. Aug. z3. Hen " Clay Torrey. aged S2 years. of Danielson.
 Funeral services at Congregational church. Danieison. Tuesday, at ?. m. MARTIN-In Passsic. N. J., Aug. 22. Mrs. Martha Martin. widow of Wm. J. Martin, aged SC years. months. Burial in Yantic cemetery on arrival of 2.10 train Monday. BRowN-In this city, Aug. 21, Sarah D. Brown. aged 65 years. Funeral service at the chapel rooms of Henry Allen & Son, Monday after noon, at o'clock. HoUBIGAN-In this city, Aug. 22. Mar tin Hourigan- Funeral from his late home. Ios Gen. tral avenue, Tuesday morning at $40 o'clock. Requiem mass Tn St. Mary's church at o'clock. Kindly omit flowers.
 MACHNICKA---In this city, Aug. sa, 1914. Mary Machnicka, aged 1s.
Norwich bulletin., 1914-08-24
TOOK STRAW VOTE
 FROM DEMOCRATS OF STATE Fisher Committee Announces Returns
 on Questions Asked,

The following statement has been issued by the committee appointed bv the Lake Compounce conference of oeInocrats (tfsher committee) on the matter or declaration of principles. 10 De incorporated in a platform to be presented to the democratic state conventions:
 Democrats of Connecticut in Conven-
 tion Assembled:
 The principles of Thomas Jeffer- son expressed in political terms for the zoth century-to these, by order or the Compounce conference. we in Vlte your attention. We have selected nine from among those issues that most shaply divide democrats from the tories of to-day Postcard ballots have been sent to those registered democrats whose addresses We could obtain, S6,929 in all Returns totaIling up in the thousands have come back. The affirmative vote in detail was as follows:
 For putting popular government over corporation rule, 97 per cent.
 For home rule for all communities, s6 per cent.
 For nominations by petition and di- rect primary, 95 per cent.
 For prohibition of special 1egisla- tion, 90 per cent.
 For, the initiative and fererendum. S9 per cent
 For the short ballot. So per cent.
 For the abolition of contract labor in Jails and prisons, S6 per cent.
 For the repeal of the personal tax, 72 per cent.
 For votes for women, 47 per cent.
 The foregoing represents the delib- crate judgment of the thoughtful i'm telligent and influential members of our (Ffsher) party. without regard to either faction or locality
 RnCraP fta11 er7T. trust it may assist you to promote the cause of genuine democracy in our state.
 Singned-
 George NJ. Wallace. New Haven. VII lard c. Fisher, Middletown; Charles F, Thayer, Norwich; Timothy Barnes. Plainfield: Thomas J. SpeI- lacy, Hartford; Lynn W. Wilson,
 Bridgeport; J. F. Links, Marl-
 borough: George W. Hull, Bristol:
 Alfred J. Gengras. West Hartford 1:
 James F. Connery. Middleown:
 Raoul W. D'Arche. Hartford.
Norwich bulletin., 1914-08-24

A four or five years old Polish child, Frank Sepulski, the son Of Joseph Se- pulski of 19 South Thames street, was hit and knocked down in West Ehames
 street near Nurphy's saloon at the city line Sunday afternoon about six o'clock by an automobile owned and driven by Walter Palmer, who was coming from the beach.
 1t appeared that there was a ma torcycle being repaired in the street al that point and it's puffing and smoke drew the attention of the child who was with a number of others away from the automobile which was com- ing down the hill on it's way into the city. The car stopped at once after the collision and the boy was picked up and first aid was rendered ny I)r. |R. R. Agnew, who hapn"7oS
 along and then took hi into the Backus hospital, where he then aItS44v.Ss-
Norwich bulletin., 1914-08-24
BOY STRUCK BY AUTOMOBILE
Five Year Old Frank Sepulski Knocked Down in West Thames Street-Ran in Front of Machine Driven by Walter Palmer-Scap Wounds and Concussion of the Brain But Injuries Not Considered Serious.

the various wounds and contusions that the little fellow suffered. The boy had big scalp wound, reaching
 rline at the back ct his head to the chair line in front,
 ms 4rIr eye and another under it, and slight concussion of the brain: The boy rallied well at the hospital and his chances of re- eoyery were good, it seemed to the doctors at the hospital Sunday rlight. The accident attracted quite a throng or people and there was a crowd of a hundred or more people around the car a couple of minutes after inc bcv was hit.
 MT Palmer, who is boss farmer at the State hospital, was apparently not 10 blame, for the boy ran unexpectedly in front of him.
 in Iront or him His car was slowed
Norwich bulletin., 1914-08-24
Death of Martin Houriean-LoeaI Boys
 Campina-PersonaIs.

Martin Hourigan. aged 79 years, died at his home at 10S Central avenue Saturday afternoon. His death was due to a general breakdown and old age. He was born in Ireland the son of John and Ellen Hourigan, and came to this country about 50 years ago with his parents. He leaves three brothers Richard of St. Joseph, Missouri. Will liam and Michael Of this city, one sss- ter. Mrs. Mary Monohan of this city Also he leaves the following broth srs and sisters, John of Toronto, Martin Richard, Edward, William of this city and one daughter. Mrs. J. J. Summers of Bridgeport.
Norwich bulletin., 1914-08-24
War Botherinq Motion peaIers.

The local notion storekeepers are be- ginning to get worried over their soy trade during the coming holidays. The ship Santa Claus has landed at New port News from Germany with, it is said. the very last shipment of toys from Germany until after the Euro pean war is over. which is raging over the water. They are unable now to buy in large quantities for. concerns will not sell only in small numbers and Is causing much worriment
Norwich bulletin., 1914-08-24
LISBON SCHOOLS.
General Opening Day Set for Wednes-
 day, Sept. e-Teachers' Meeting.

The opening date for the schools in general in the town of Lisbon is to be Wednesday, Sept. g, but the Leonard model school near Versailles whe e Miss Mary McNarnara is the teacher, is to begin on Monday, Aug. 31 There is no school Labor Day nor the day after but a teachers meeting is to be held at the Bend school, Lisbon. near Jewett City station on Tuesday, Sept 8, at p. m. A. L. Young of No. g River avenue. this city. is the state supervisor.
Norwich bulletin., 1914-08-24
CHIMNEY FIRE.
Still Alarm For Trouble at Home of E
 J. Martin.

A chimney fire at No 21 Winchester the fire department there on still alarm at 5.22 o'clock on Sunday after noon- The autochemicaI and Chef Stanton's buggy responded and a la l. der was run up to the outside of tre kitchen chimney at the house, three gallons of chemical being useds The-e was no damage in the house from the fire
Norwich bulletin., 1914-08-24
Clark Family AasoeIstIon otaoera.

At the annual meeting of the Sta-k Family association held ct the Ocean View hotel, Ocean Beach, last week the following officers were elected for the ensuing year: Pfesident-Mereau J. Stark, IIas. lyme.
 First Vice PresIdent-James E. Stark, Brooklyn, N. Y.
 Second Vice President-Bdwa+d D NeWbufy, Meodus. Third Vice President-wiIIiam H.
 Secretary and Freasuter-Mary F. Clark. New London.
 HlsteFlan-charles R. Stark, Previ- aeHee,
Norwich bulletin., 1914-08-24
OVERCOMING THE WORLD.
Sermon Theme by Rev. pr. Bacon at
 Union Congregational Service,

There was good attendance at the nth of the union services which was held at Park Congregational church on Sunday morning. The preacher was Professor Benjamin W. Bacon, D b, or New Haven, who gave a scholarly address from 1 John 5: 5, For what soever is begotten of God oyercometh the world: and this is the victory that hath overcome the world. even our faith And who is he that over eometh the world: but he that be- lieveth that Jesus is the Son of God ?''
 Here are three propositions. One is victory over the world, another is be- gotten of God and the third is faith in Christ.
 Lesson From Present War.
 Dr. Bacon said that today it may seem somewhat like sacrilege to take a lesson from the great evil of the moment It is said that the soul of goodness may be found even in evil things: War is the greatest evil and out Of 1t may come the greatest bravery and courage. the highest de- votton and loyalty. the deepest sense Of duty and spirit of self-sacrifice. All these may be distilled out of the soul of goodness found in war.
 This text is found in one of the nVe books written by St John to the church at Ephesus. The particular time and place of the writing of the SOON OA ANCNCldl1Ou IS GxdCIlX known. Antiquity and modern research both place it at the close of Domitian's reign. The other four were proba bly written from the same place after wards. There are points of difference in the two writings which 1t is diff1- cult to reconcile as the work of one man. One is written in barbarous Greek and they differ entirely4n style. doctrine and the use of phrases. Rev elatlon Is a picture of the struggle against the Roman Empire by the church at Jerusalem. Here Rome is the beast, while in the other books false doctrines are the anti Christ. One has the Jewish idea of the kingdom which IS to come. The other describes a kingdom not of this world. One would conquer the earth with sword and fire. The other would overcome the world in a spiritual sense by driving out sin and sorrow,
 Transformation In Roman Empire. But we must remember the great the Roman Umpire at this time. 1t was coming out of the nightmare of horror of the time of Nero into the lO0 years Of the best government un- der an autocracy that the world has ever known. The old reign of terror was over and men began to think of another and a moral conflict,
 morai SonniSt Todays
 This moral conflict is the one we have to fight today. Whatsoever Is begotten Of God must be in this strug- gle. He is not . God of things as they are. but of things es they ought to be and as they wiIl be some day, There should not be too mich belief In the 'aIfs well with the worid'. Epicureans thought Of God as far of and having no concern. The Stoics thought he was everywhere and filled the world, both good and evil. Sul- eide was their highest hope. This Is not a Christian Idea. where right Is God must overcome the world.
 Our Faith the Victory. The second declaration in the text Is that this is the victory that hath overcome tho world. even aur faith. It has been done once, There had
Norwich bulletin., 1914-08-24
Children Cry
 FOR fLETcHER's CASTo RIA
Hot Weather

will soon be here. GET PREPARED for h by instsI3ins a "RuuD" Hot Water Hsstsr. psss away at once with Hot kitehsn end saves a lot of coal.
 Come in our office and let us dsssen. strste and explain to you how sinshsn it Is to have HOT WATEk ~stksu& burning a lot of coal.
 The finest invention of tssss tianssI For the Hogsekseper In Hot MsstfsS st small cost of installing. Can bs attached to any boiler.
 BEAR IN MIND we are kssdeuar- ters for all kinds of Hsstsrs and Rarees opsratsd with Gas.
 Let us demonstrats them to ysu.
Norwich bulletin., 1914-08-24

The Misses Mary and Jennie Crau- thers of Brooklyn, N. r., and Anna Caldwell of Lyndhurst. N. T., have re- turned after a two weeks stay with their aunt, Mrs. William Fleming of Prospect street
Norwich bulletin., 1914-08-24
INJURED IN FALL
 FROM TROLLEY CAR Mrs. R. M. Powers Received Bruis ,s and Et,+s m Arr, Raek .rI S;1a

Mrs. R. M. Powers, who resides on Cliff place, sustained extensive aai painful cuts and bruises on her arm, side and back on Saturday evening about 6-30 o'clock in a fall she had from a trolley car at West Main street and Falls avenue. She was a pas senger on a car bound to New London and was about to get of at the Central Vermont station stop.
 Mrs. Powers was picked up and when a hack had been secured she was talk en home in it. Besides the cuts and bruises she was suffering considerahi / from shock. her injuries calling for several visits from a doctor on Sunday
Norwich bulletin., 1914-08-24

The death of Miss Mary Machnicka occurred at the Norwich, State san atorium. She was 19 years of age and lived with friends at 16 Third street. The deceased leaves her pa rents in Russia and sister in this city.
Norwich bulletin., 1914-08-24
French Resident, H.o a par.v.

A number of French residents held a party Saturday. evening in St. Jo- seph's hall. Dancing and singing WAS enjoyed and the party broke up at a late hour. Excellent refreshments were served during the evening and everyone had a very enjoyable time.
Norwich bulletin., 1914-08-24
campinu out.

4 party of local boys are camping out at Wintergreen point and have named their camp, Wildcat. Kirk r.
 Idcketts is the chef and the party con- sists of Bradford Ricketts, Thomas Sears, Stanley Mulkins, James Kirkcr.
Norwich bulletin., 1914-08-24
TAFTvILLE AFFAIRS
Loon, Fixers Had a cIambake-eave Pretty Lawn Party-Items of in- tsrest.

z The loom ixers of the Ponemah mills enjoyed their annual clambake at the -Maennerchor grounds Sunday The affair was arranged In tip top or der and there was something going on every minute. The baseball game n the morning was exciting from the first ball until the game was called in the seventh on account of the heat at which time both teams were tied 2 to 2. The combined men of Mills No The other athletic events that were staged during the day follows with the prizes: Broad jump, Fred smith, cun links: standing broad jump. Henry to anyone. Henry Troaga, pipe; fat mems race, Henry Rivard. knife. The singing contest was won by Wifi, d White and he received as prize a music box.
 The bake was a great success from the start and everyone went home sat- isfied.
 The committeeman in charge of baae was as follows: John Sedon, Albert Rivard, John Siddeiand. Chris KrodeL The following was served by Ben0it and Sullivan and the following was the menu at noon.
 Sandwiches
 Clam Chowder
 Soda. Crackers
 Brown and White Bread Sliced Cucumbers and Tomatoes
 Sliced Beets and Lettuce The bake was served at o'clock:
 Fried BIuefish with gravy
 Clam Fritters and Ffshcakes
 White and Sweet Potatoes
 White and Brown Bread Sausages Clans Lobsters Cucumbers and Tomatoes, sliced
 Lettuce
 Watermelon.
Norwich bulletin., 1914-08-24

Miss Sadie Boyiton of Pequot S staying a week here, the guest of Miss Camelia Healey.
Norwich bulletin., 1914-08-24

MT. and Mrs. James McNamara haze returned to their home after spending a. few days with James Burke of Roatn street.
Norwich bulletin., 1914-08-24
Personals.

Miss Mary Fox and Miss Leontine Cayouette spent Wednesday in Wi,li- mantle.
Norwich bulletin., 1914-08-24
Motored to Ocean Beach.

A large number of local girls went to Ocean beach Saturday evening in a large auto truck. The party left here about 7.30 and arrived home at Iase hour. At the beach they enjoyed danc- ing and patronized the ice cream par lors and soda fountains.
Norwich bulletin., 1914-08-24

The Misses Margaret Bellefleur and Elizabeth Fleming were recent visitors in Jewett City
Norwich bulletin., 1914-08-24

The carefully kept grounds at St. Mary's parish house in Greeneville are attracting much attention and favor able comment.
Norwich bulletin., 1914-08-24

Miss Josephine Marshal of Baltic is visiting her cousin, Miss Emma Por- telance
Norwich bulletin., 1914-08-24

Some of the local dance enthusiasts were In attendance at the dance at La RocnePs casino in Occum Saturday ~. euing. -
Norwich bulletin., 1914-08-24

Miss Lucy Greenwood has retarsss< home after spending her vaoakien a5 Pleasant View
Norwich bulletin., 1914-08-24

the seashore.
Norwich bulletin., 1914-08-24
Gave a Lawn Party.

A very pretty lawn party was he'd at the home of Moses Labrecque Sa.- urday evening in honor of MT. and Mrs. Edward Bergeron- During the evening refreshments were served.
Norwich bulletin., 1914-08-24
THE WEATHER

|
 Forecast for New England. Local showers Monday; Tuesday probably fair; moderate to fresh west winds.
 Predictions from the New York Her aid: On Monday it will be generally clear to partly overcast and warmer with light to fresh variable winds mostly southwest, followed by local rains in the northern districts. The outlook for Tuesday is unsettled and warm, followed by local thunder storms and falling temperature.
 Observations in Norwich.
 The following records, reported from Sevin's pharmacy, show the changes in temperature and the barometric changes Saturday and Sunday: Saturday Ther. Bar I a. m. DO SV.vu lS m. f0 SV.U4 6 D. m. z0 Su.U4
 Highest, 7s, lowest 66. Sunday Thor. Bar. IF n- ................-. 50 5O.04
 Highest S4, lowest 50.
 Comparisons.
 Predictions for Saturday: Partly cloudy.
 Saturdays weather: AS predicted.
 Predictions for Sunday: Fair.
 Sundays weather: Fair, southwest winds.
Norwich bulletin., 1914-08-24

Postmaster D. C. Murphy and son Edward were visitors at Plainield on Sunday
Norwich bulletin., 1914-08-24
sun. Moon and Tidcs.
Rises. sqn Sets. Wafgar. Higa se9s, M9en
GREENEVILLE

Six hours after high water it is low tide. which is followed by Hood tide.
Norwich bulletin., 1914-08-24

P. Dion has returned home frou Montreal. Canada, where his daughter was made a nun last Thursday in s large class.
Norwich bulletin., 1914-08-24

BORN. LOOBY--In this city. Aug. P. a son. ts Mir. and Mrs. James Looby, of 6t Baltic street.
Norwich bulletin., 1914-08-24
BORN.

Mrs. Ellen Gerard and Ida Gerard