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Norwich bulletin., 1914-07-22
ELECTRICAL STORM DOES DAMAGE
Barn Frank w. Brownnss Farm at Kitemaus Burned Ground and Another at Waterford In Ledysrd Two Two Horses Shuck-Men Unhnmed, but Dog Between Them Killed Trolley Lines Had Trouble

The first electrical storm of the sea- son swept down on this city with sud denness shortly after | o'clock Tues day afternoon and for am hour the sky was black and there was sharp lixnt- ming and a considerable downpour of rain at the height of the storm, which was about 4.so. From the lack of damage done in Norwich compared with what Wfilimantic and other places suffered, 1t seemed that the city. The electric light department suffered very little damage 1t was said mt the station Tuesday evening and the telephone service locally was very little crippled. On the toll lines and to the south of the city numerous telephones were put out of commis- sion.
 Struck Rsef of Raphael Heuss.
 One of the few places where light ming struck directly in the city was at the Raphael house at 1s8 Laurel Hill avenue, at the corner of Center street Here the lightning tore or a part of the tin roof and burrowed into the shingles beneath and shattered a few of the bricks in the chimney. The fuses in the electric light system in the house were burned out also. but there was no fire caused by the light ming.
 Barn Burned to Ground.
 At Kitemaug the case was different, for the large new barn on the farm of Frank ". Browning was hit by lightning and burned to the ground. The barn was a large structure, stand ing prominently on a hill there and the blaze was seen for miles around. Passengers on the o'clock train com ing up to this city saw the fire. as did people on the trolley line. In the barn was quantity of hay and farming implements. The telephones in that vicinity were put out of commission by the storm and the report that an automobile truck burned up in the barn could not be verified. In Water ford another barn, owned by Mrs. Egg bert Moore was burned to the ground
Norwich bulletin., 1914-07-22
Civil Service Positions.

The United States civil service com mission announces the following exam nations:
 Domestic science teacher. for women only, Aug. and q; salaries $500 to s720 a year. Social service expert, lr men and women. Aug. 10, salary $2,0o0 a year. Motor car mechanician and driver, for men only. Aug. 10. salary s1,200 a year. Mechanician. for m n only. Aug. IT. salary. ss00 a year.
 Chemists aid. open to both men and women. July 22. postponed from July 8, salary from s72o to y1.00o: metal lurgical engineer. male, Aug. 8, salary from y3.oo0 to s4,5oo; highway bridge engineer and junior engineer. Aug. i9. The salary for the engineer runs from 1,500 to s1,SO0, and that of the junior from ss60 to s1.20o. Engineer for tne Indian service. to be stationed at he Sac and Fox sanatorium. Iowa. Aug. 1s and 200 salary $s60 year; telephone lineman for the life saving service, Aug 24. salary ss5 a month; stenogra- pher and typewriter, male, July 2S, sal- ary from ss4o to s1,2o0 year.
Norwich bulletin., 1914-07-22

with it's contents as the result of being struck by lightning.
 Two Hsrses Killed Under Tree.
 To the long list of antics that light ming has been observed to play, the incidents that took place on the farm of Deacon Isaac G. Geer in Ledyard deserving adding. Two. bolts struck there. The first killed instantly two valuable team horses owned by MT Geer that were standing under Q tree in the yard.
 Deg Killed, Men unharmsd.
 A few moments later Earl B. Geer his son and James H. Beiden were standing in the open doorway of Dea- con Gser's house with a dog lying on the door sill between them. This sec ond bolt of lightning picked out the dog and killed it outright, while the two men on either side were unharm- cd. although MT. Belden was slightly shocked.
 Trouble on Trolley Lines.
 The trolley service, particularly on the main line between New London and willimautic. was crippled by the excess of electricity in the air and a couple of trips following the storm were broken into. Two cars on the more on the willimantic line and a fourth car was tied up on the Yantic line. By the time they were lowed in or gotten out of the way, the sched- ule was somewhat interrupted. The high tension line from the trolley pow CT station and the telephone lines by which the care are dispatched were also put out of working order for some time by the atmospheric dis turbances.
 Falling Pole Caused Runaway.
 During the storm Tuesday afternoon an abandoned telephone pole in Boz rahville fell over and landed on a team owned by George Fourix. soaring the horses. The horses started off on a run. but were stopped by a New York boarder. The team was smashed considerable and the horses had a narrow escape.
Norwich bulletin., 1914-07-22
GOVERNOR BALDWIN
 AT sToNlNeToN. 10 Expected to Be One of the Speakers at the Big Celebration.

pr. James H. Weeks of Stonington, secretary Of the executive committee for the Stonington centennial, said on Tuesday morning that he expected that Governor Baldwin would be in the borough during all three days of the celebration. He will speak at the ex- ercises to be held Sunday afternoon. Aug. g, in Wadawanuck square, and 1t is possible also that he will deliver brief address at the unveiling of the memorial tablet at noon Monday at the site of the old Stonington fort wh oh participated in the defense of the place against the attack of the British un- der Hardy. Hon. Abel P Tanner of New London has consented to be one of the speakers. The immediate vi- cinity of the site of the fort is so st- uated as to accommodate a large gath ering so that the exercises may De plainly heard by over a thousand peo- pie. The time for the exercises is noon on Monday. The tablet itself will be 30 inches by 22. and the inscription was written by Dr. Weeks, who IS president of the Stonington Historical and Genealogical society was delegat- ed by the Connecticut Daughters Of the War of 1912 to draft it. The tabiet will be presented in behalf of the Daughters of 1872 by Mrs C. F. R. Jonne of Hartford. the state president of the organization. and will be &C., cepted by Warden Crandall for the borough.
Norwich bulletin., 1914-07-22
END ALL STOMACH DISTRESS-MI-ONA Is a Perfectly Harmless, Quick
 and Effective Remedy

You must guard against stomach distress. It is dangerous and neediess for you to suffer.
 dizziness, coated tongue, pain In the colon or bowels. usually indicate over eating, or that you have eaten some thing the tired digestive organs refuse to handle in the natural way. You should get relief at once.
 Mi-o-na is a sure and safe remedy for stomach disorders. Get nLty cent box from The Lee & Osgood Co. today. Always keep them In the house carry them when traveiing-take them at the first warning of stomach distress. If not benefited. Mt-o-na Tablets cost nothing. Druggists every where sell them.
 If you have that uncomfortable feel ing of fullness, stomach upset, and are irritable and depressed. beware, the stomach and digestive organs are in rebellion Do not delay--take Mi-o-n na now and enjoy immediate relief
Norwich bulletin., 1914-07-22
OBITUARY.
Arthur A. Brock.

After short illness due to acute in digestion Arthur A. Brock died at his home 3S Fountain street Tuesday morning at 7:45 o'clock. He was born in this city on Nov 25 1871 the son of Thomas Brock a member of the local police force and Hanora Sullivan Brock.
 He was an engineer an had been employed on yachts and also in the local light plant. On April 25, 1907 MT. Brock was united in marriage with Miss Julia J. Shea in St. Patrick's church by Rev. Hugh Treanor. Be- sides his wife he leaves three children MT. Brock also leaves his parents, two brothers, Eugene Brock, in the south, and Thomas Brock now located in the west. and three sisters, Mrs. Andrew F. Byrne, Miss Josie Brock, trained nurse and Miss Marie Brock of the local telephone exchange.
 MT. Brock possessed pleasing dis position and was a favorite with his friends, who deeply mourn his death
Norwich bulletin., 1914-07-22
AT PLEASURE BEACH.
  Norwich People Who Go There Find One of the Busiest of Seasons.

At Pleasure Beach, whither a good many Norwich people go and others from Willimantic and other places in this end of the state go to enjoy the vacation period, the boom that the Im- provement association inaugurated last season fs still on this summer. While John B. Stanton is not down there this year and his presence in the director ate is missed. Various Improvements started. last year have been kept up and continued, among them a new board walk across the clam pond to the beach. The electric lights give satis- faction and all of the 125 cottages there are filled with happy people and the hotel has everything taken until August IA.
 The president of the Pleasure Beach improvement association this year is Sydney H. Miner of New London and Miss Marion Dickey of New York is secretary. Mrs. Dickey is treasurer and John B. Vaughn of this city is chairman of the membership commit tee.
Norwich bulletin., 1914-07-22
CAME TO NORWICH
 AND TAKEN TO HOSPITAL.
Thomas P. Kinney Was Causing Col chester People Worriment, So Com mitted Tuesday.

On an order for commitment issued by Judge H. P. Buell. of the probate court of Colchester, Thomas P. kin- ney of Colchester was taken to the Norwich state hospital Tuesday by Sheriffs H. E. Draper and George H. Stanton. Several persons had appear ed before the judge stating that Kim ney had been acting strangely and had caused much worrlment.
 It was decided to wait until Mir. Kin ney came to Norwich before they took charge of him, so as to avoid a scene at Colchester, and when he came to town Tuesday the officers found him at Swans garage and they immediate ly took charge of him.
 MT. Kinney had conducted a saloon business in Colchester and had been away to private sanatorium.
 At the state hospital Dr. H. NJ. Pol lock found it easy to interest the man in conversation
 Just recently Mir. Kinney had plr- chased an automobile and has ridden about 5000 miles in it within five weeks.
Norwich bulletin., 1914-07-22
PLAYeoUND NOTES.

In a practice game Tuesday after noon at Lake street playground, the Falls defeated Lake street by the score of to f. The game was interrupted by rain.
 Basketball is being introduced on the Lake street grounds and the bows are taking hold of the game in good shape. Lake street defeated Greene vile in an exciting game by the score of 12-10.
Norwich bulletin., 1914-07-22
EAGLES FIELD DAY OVER.
Award of Prizes Made to Various
 Aeries Was Made on Tuesday. '

With the announcement Tuesday night of the prize winners in Tues days picturesque parade, in New Ha- ven. the annual New England field day of the Fraternal Order of Eagles came to close. The prizes follow: For largest number of men in line. Wa terbury; for largest percentage of membership ini parade, Ansonia: for best appearance, Ansonia; for aerie coming longest distance. Lawrence, Mass; for best appearing degree team, Torrington; for best appearing police squad, Stamford: tallest man in line. Providence; shortest, Waterbury; stoutest, Stamford.
 After the games at Savin Rock in the afternoon, many of the visitors left for their homes. The place for later.
 Norwich aerie had place in the line.
Norwich bulletin., 1914-07-22
Bound Over to Superior Court.

At hearing of the case against Byron Fargo, an oyerseer in the Fitchville mill charged with taking money for securing employment in the mill for several Poles, the accused was bound over to the superior court under bonds of $200. The bond was furnished by brother, Ernest Far go. Attorney John H. Barnes ap- peared for the accused and Attorneys Thomas NJ. Shields and Thomas J. Kelly for the state. The hearing was held before Justice of the Peace AL bert J. Bailey.
Norwich bulletin., 1914-07-22
Incidents In Society

Miss Mary Turner of Marietta, O.. :s the guest of Miss Dorothy MacClena- than.
 Charles D. Ripley of Duluth. Minn.. is the guest of Miss Hannah Ripley of Broadway.
 Mir. and Mrs. Charles F. Thayer of Washingto ton street spent the week end in Boston.
 Mis- Dorothy MacClenathan of Church street was a recent guest of Miss Emily Copp of Groton.
 Mrs. Louis A. Paddock. and Miss Paddock of Washington street are spending several weeks at Hampton.
 Judge Lucius Brown of Warren street returned on Tuesday from three weeks stay at sharon Springs. N. Y.
 Major Henry J. Steiner and John G. Steiner of Rosita. Col. arrived at their home on Church street Tuesday even ing.
 Chester Johnson of Plainfield. N. J.. has returned after passing sever Ai weeks at the home of his parents. Mir. and Mrs. Oliver L. Johnson. of Union street.
 MT. and Mrs Clarence c. Dey, with their two children, of Yonkers, N. =, who have been guests of Dr. and Mfrs. Frank S.. Bunnell of Washington street, have left town.
Norwich bulletin., 1914-07-22
The Fenton Building Co
 GENERAL CONTRACTORS NORWICH. CONN.
TELEPHONE MEN HERE. District Conference on Tuesday Re- qarding Methods of Admini str ation.

On Tuesday there was an all-day conference of the telephone men in the Norwich district at the district rooms 59 Broadway, at which there was a discussion relating to the meth eds of carrying on the daily routine work throughout the various district exchanges. The conference opened at 10 a. m. and continued until late in the afternoon. dinner being served at the Wauregan Representatives from the traffic and plant departments were invited to the conference
 Those who were present included District Commercial Manager R. IF. Gray, Norwich; Exchange Manager E. J. Hunt, Norwich, E. c. Ford, New London, A. l.. Weatherhead, Whitman tic. ". L. Moran, Putnam, G. D. John son. Mystic; Contract Agents w. R. Balcom Norwich, C. Kent. Putnam, w. P. Nichols, New London.
Norwich bulletin., 1914-07-22
DRIVEWAY AT SYNAGOGUE.
Congregation of Sons of Joseph Have Purchased Adjoining Strip of Land On West Main Street.

At the Sons of Joseph synagogue on West Main street Improvements have been undertaken along the line of ex- tending completely around that edifice a driveway from the street. There already is a driveway on the east of the synagogue and recently the congre- gation purchased 8 15 foot strip of land on the westerly side from the Hubbard estate and now the work of putting in the roadway is being car ried on by degrees. It involves taking down wall that is there and carting away considerable amount of earth.
Norwich bulletin., 1914-07-22
sToNINGToN BRIDE DESERTED
 ON DAY OF WEDDING. Mabel L. Newton Brings Suit for Di- voree-Lihei Suit Withdrawn.

Alleging desertion on the very day that they were married Mabel l.. New ton of Stonington has filed papers in a divorce suit with the clerk of the superior court against Louis E. New ton of parts unknown. Her maiden name was Knowles and the marriage took place October 29. 1907. She also claims the custody of a minor child.
 Notice of withdrawal without cost was filed in the case of Elmer M Chadwick of Salem against the Day Publishing company of New London. For two allegations that he claimed were maliciously untrue. MT. Chad wich year ago brought suit for s5,000 damages.
Norwich bulletin., 1914-07-22
TRIED TO HOP
 BAR -HARBoR EXPRESS Three Men Out of Four Would Be Travellers Secured by Norwich Po- lice,

Four men, two of them father and son, working their way up the meth ods of the tramp up in the direction of Boston, were detected at their yo- cation by the Norwich police Tues day night when the Bar Harbor came in shortly after II. They were snoop
 ing around the yard and were about to jump the express when Officer Pat rick Murphy collared John l.. Smith, s7, of Boston and his son, J. S. Smith and Officer Ma1oney secured Arthur St. Armond, B, of Gilbertsville, Mass. The fourth man got away on the train and had ride at least as far as Putnam. The three arrested will be presented on a charge of trespass this morning.
Norwich bulletin., 1914-07-22
Lightning Split Bark From Fir Tree
 3-8 Inch of Rain.

Jewett City, Conn, July 21.-During a thunder shower which passed over this village Tuesday afternoon a fir tree 20 feet from the residence of the Campbell Brothers in Lisbon was struck and the bark was. split from top to bottom. Thrse eighths of rain fell during the shower according to Dr. s. H. Holmes's water guage. |, A feature of the Movies at Ffnn's Opera house on Tuesday night were the songs Sing Me the Rosary. and Mother is the Best Sweetheart of All. sung by James Morrison of Daniel son.
 Mir. and Mrs. Chauncey Robie spent Sunday with Mir and Mrs. Charles Tucker in Plainfield.
 The Misses Mildred and Ethel Duke of Hartford are visiting friends in Pachaug.
 Norwich c. E. Union. There will be . ,meetinng of ths
Norwich bulletin., 1914-07-22

restoration of lawful conditions; but as I believe without proper justihcA- tion. the board of directors rssoluteiy decline to proceed under an approved arrangement adeuate to that end and altogether fair.
 II am of the opinion. therefore. that the time is at hand when we should file a proceeding in equity, seeking the dissolution of the unlawful mono poly of transportation facilities in Nsw England and that the criminal as- poets of the case ehould be laid before ia grand. jury.
 If these suggestions meet with your approval, I will immediately give the necessary directions.
 Faithfully yours,
 (Signed)
 "J, c. MREYNOdDS,
 Attorney General"
Norwich bulletin., 1914-07-22
Dr.. Kaufman in Former Pulpit.

Dr. Matthias S. Kaufman, formerly pastor of Trinity M. E. church of this city. and head of the Methodist Epis- copal church of Central Falls, R. l., Is in Norwich for two weeks. and during his stay he will supply his old pulpit. as Rev. w. F. Coleman wits his fam % fly is at Wentworth Lake, N. H.. for the vacation period.
Norwich bulletin., 1914-07-22
Horse Knocked Her Down.

Miss Carrie Green, the daughter of M. A. Green. of Lebanon, met with a serious accident in front of the general Store at Bozrahville on Tuesday. She was holding horse when 1t reared up and knocked Miss Green over and kicked her in the forehead and ear. and she received other bruises.
Norwich bulletin., 1914-07-22
CAUGHT FOOT IN GUARD RAIL.
Central Vermont Employee Cut Down
 by Locomotive While at Work.

While attempting to cross the tracks of the Central Vermont rail- road at New London Tuesday night, Alexander Kaika, 24, and single, caught his foot between the guard rail and the main track and was struck by the Seashore Limited bound for Brattleboro. Vermont, before he could extricate himself. Mortified by islanders witnessed the futile efforts of the man to save himself He was instantly killed, his body being cut to pieces by the train. The engineers warning whistle was still blowing as the locomotive cut down the unfortu- nate man. Kaixa was a freight hand Ter on the Central Vermont docks and was at his work when moved down by the engine.
Norwich bulletin., 1914-07-22
Swami Around southusst Le

Miss Grace Taylor of Springfield, Mass- who is summering at Neptune park, made a record for the park colony this week when she swam out around the Southwest ledge light house. The distance covered is about six miles. Miss Taylor is an expert swimmer. She was accompanied by several friends. who followed her in a boat.
Norwich bulletin., 1914-07-22
conductIna Bible Study Class.

Rev. Clarence M. Gallup, pastor of dence, and son of Mrs. L. A. Gallup, of Broad street is conducting a Bible Study class a prominent feature of the Narragansett Assembly Vacation school, sessions of which are being held at East Greenwich.
Norwich bulletin., 1914-07-22
Fifth Company Pay This Evenino.

Members of the Fifth company are to receive their state camp pay this evening at the state armory The men have been expecting this conpensa- tion for the last week and word was sent here early Tuesday evening,
Norwich bulletin., 1914-07-22

" 1roWhih9 tepseaS--St"s'
 ters.
 Before Referee in Bankruptcy A. A. Browning this morning at ten win be hearing on the claims against the estate of the Technical Equipment company of Mantle
 Tuesday morning before the ref cree there was a first dividend of 5 per cent declared in the estate of David W. Avery of Bozrah. The claim of Jeremiah Twomey of New London for s2z3315 against the Avery estate was proved and the opposition of the creditors to this claim was with drawn.
 The trustees of the Edwin A. Card estate of Groton were granted the au- thority to sell without encumbrance a couple of automobiles which parties claim to have chattel mol tgage on. The claims will be remitted 10 the mortgages if their claims are to be allowed, which matter went over un- til next Monday morning.
 The first meeting of the creditors of Melville w. Gross was also held Tuesday morning and Attorney ". F. A. Quinn was appointed trustee. There are no assets filed. and consequently no appraises will be needed
Norwich bulletin., 1914-07-22
Motarsd to Rockville.

Deputy Grand Regent Curry # the Royal Arcanum. with Elisha Wa terman and Mir and Mrs. Nathan G;l- man, motored to Rockville recently and Mir. Curry gave an address at the semi annual meeting of the Rockville council
Norwich bulletin., 1914-07-22
Central vermont Restores Back Pay.

Freight conductors and trainmen on the southern division of the Central Vermont railway wore a happy smile this week In addition to the regular wages there were checks awaiting many of them for back pay due since the strike on the Central Vermont wharf in New London two years ago.
Norwich bulletin., 1914-07-22
Launch Party to Scotch can.

A party of z6 poung people enjoyed a launch ride Tuesday evening leay- ing the Chelsea Boat club about 7.30, and sailing to the Chelsea Boat club lodge on the Thames at Scotch Cap
Norwich bulletin., 1914-07-22
Manchester Business Men ThrousF,
 Here.

The Manchester business men will pass through this city Thursday morn ing on their way to Ocean Beach for their annual outing. They are doing the journey by auto. by way of Bolt In Notch and willimantic and Norwich. The distancs one way is s1 miles.
Norwich bulletin., 1914-07-22

executive committee of Norwich c. E. union at the Y. M. C. A. building in Norwich on Thursday afternoon at two o'clock
Norwich bulletin., 1914-07-22

Repairing Runway at BozrahviIIe NH.
 The Bozrahville mill has been shut down owing to break in the runw ay which is now under repairs, and Ma than Gilman and his men are making good headway with the work.
Norwich bulletin., 1914-07-22
chappeII Company Got School Con-
 tract

The contract to supply the schools with coal for the coming winter has been awarded to the Edward Chappell company, the lowest bidder. The bids which were opened at a meet ing of the town school committee, T. J. Kelly, secretary, this week, were as follows: J. A. Morgan and Son, s7 per ton; Spalding Co, s6.s0 per ton; Edward Chappen Co, s6.6s per ton. The contract calls for S41 tons.
Norwich bulletin., 1914-07-22

Grovehand bridge at Haverhill, Mass, was slightly damaged by APas
Norwich bulletin., 1914-07-22
TAKE A CAMERA
 WITH YOU

Photography Is the vaca- tionist's delight.
 It is a sport full of infinite fascination and without pang.
 Modern invention and science has robbed picture making <of its mysteries-but left in the charm.
 The amateurs equipment can be had in many stores which also specialize in the develop ment and printing of pictures.
 The better class of these stores advertise in The Bulletin.
 Use your favorite newspaper as a guide to the store from which to equip yourself for snappiHg summer scenes.
 The beauty of advertising is that it is the voice of men who anticipate your wants and wae attune themselves to the seas n.
Norwich bulletin., 1914-07-22
FIVE PERCENT DIVIDEND
 FROM AVERY ESTATE.

Meeting Before Referee in Bankrupt ey Browning Tuesday-othsr Mat: ters.
Newport daily independent., 1914-06-17
CHAUTAUQUA TICKETS
 SELLING FAST.

The Chautauqua Season tick cts are now selling fast and you had better buy now. When the guarantee is made up and the sale is turned over to the Chau- tauqua people, the price of adult tickets will be raised from S1.50 to S2.OO and children's tickets will be $1.50 instead of S1.00. Buy now and save that 50 cents,
 Remember the Chautauqua opeEs Friday on the government tract, corner Second and Hazel. You'll want to go when the time comes.