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Norwich bulletin., 1914-10-14
KELLEY AND HAGGERTY
Nominated for Representatives-lat ter Chosen on Fourth Rallot-H. Dion and Joseph Martin Also Re- caiMed Nnfas.

Tho den1ocratic caucus to nominate candidates for representatives to the general assembly to be voted upon in the coming election was held in the town hall Tuesday night and callei to order by James r. Twomey, chair man of tle town committee, at S.15 o'clock, with about To in attendance Town Clerk Frank P. Fenton was chosen to act as chairman, and. M. D. Sullivan as clerk.
 IT. J. Kelley, corporation counsel and representative two years ago, was nominated by John F. Collins and was the unanimous choice for first place.
 For the second place, James flag gerty was nominated by John O'Rourke, and the name of Joseph A. Martin was presented by P. J. Dana . hey.
 On motion. the chair appointed four tellers as follows: Dr. W. K. Faatz, P. J. Danahey, Col. J. H. Morrison and George Maher
 H. Dion was also nominated, but de- clined to run.
 On the first ballot James Haggerty received 2S votes, Joseph Martin 1G, H. Dion II, with 12 scattering out of 67 cast, and there was no choice. On the second ballot the vote stood flag gerty 2S, Dion 19, Martin Il, scatter ing 12. On the third ballot Haggerty received g. Dion S1. with s scatter ing.
 At the conclusion of this ballot Mir Haggerty stated that he had not been a candidate and did not wish to cause any dissension. If MT. Dion was a candidate he would gladly withdraw his name. In reply, MT. Dion stated he was not a candidate. He thanked those who had voted for him, but he could not accept the nomination. On the following ballot MT. Haggerty received Ss out of 6e votes cast and was se- lected.
 On motion. the chair appointed a committee consisting of James F Twomey. A. Racicot, T. J. Kelley, J Watts and P. Minahan to bring in ter names for justices of the peace
 They brought in the names of the following, who were. chosen: &. B Harvey, P. J. Danahey,j T. J. Kelley E. F. Bugbee, William C.. Backus, A T. Kelley. H. Dion, James Haggerty Robert E. Mitchell. William Downing
 After empowering the town commit tee to fill any vacancies which ma, occur. the caucus adjourned at -9.1O
Norwich bulletin., 1914-10-14
ATHLETIC CONTESTS.
Friendly Competition in Three De
 paFtments of Y. M. c. A.

A series of contests has been in stituted at the Y. M. c. A. to deter mine the eight best all-around men in the physical department. The con- tests will last twenty three nights, and the eight highest contestants will have their pictures mounted on large shield to be hung in the gymnasium. A like contest will be inaugurated in the junior department, and the high school department. At present the running high jump and one lap run have been completed with the follow ing high men: W. Rosebrooks ITO. M
 Leonard 160, H. Mason 1S0, R. Chap pell 110. H. Curtis 95. E. weyer 95, F. Smith 80. l.. Blish 70, R. Backus 70.
Norwich bulletin., 1914-10-14
D. A. R. MEETING.
Anne Wood EIderkin Chapter Heard Programme by Miss Catherine H. Bill.

The first autumnal meeting of Anne Wood Elderkin chapter, No. 2S, D. A. R., was held Tuesday afternoon at the home of Mrs. H. R. Chappel1 on Pros pect street. There were 4S in attend. ance.
 In the absence Of the regent. Mrs. George F. Taylor, vice regent Mrs A. L. French presided. Following brief business session. and according to the custom of the order, a short tribute was given in honor of the recently de- ceased members, Mrs. James Ross and Mrs. Huber Clark
 The programme of the afternoon was in charge of the chairman of that committee, Mrs. H. R. Chappell, as- sisted by Mrs. M E. Lincoln, Mrs. c. T. Risedorf, Mrs. A. B. Carpenter, Mrs Maria Bill, Mrs. Juia Larrabee, Mrs Kingsley, Mrs. Collins. Mrs. Burnham Mrs. Bishop and Mrs Avery. Two piano solos by Mrs. c. F. Rise
Norwich bulletin., 1914-10-14
K.i OF. c. OFFICERS.
fnnuaI Meeting of San Jose Council
 Followed by Soelaf Hour.

At the annual meeting and election
 t officers of San Jose council, NO. ia, [. of C., herd in their rooms in, the opera house block Monday night Ine kports of the retiring officers showed he society in a very fiourishtng con Ation. A social hour following the hections was greatly enjoyed. A nne ,rozrarnine of talks and addresses was ny4n under the direction of Lecturer k. k. Vaughn. Violin solos by Harry fobin and piano solos by Harry Cot er were features of the programme, 2, It the conclusion Of which a reflection kas served
 lThe following officers were elected: srand knight, T. Frank Cunningham; ieputy grand knight. Edward A. Qt- hnheimer; chancellor, Luke P. Allain; ; warden, William Martin: financial Decretary. John " Moran: recording ,ecretary. Harry Tobin; treasurer, Jo- yeph Rinrdan: advocate, James .F'. Ewomey: inside guard, Eugene Clou- Infer; outside guard, Charles Faasg; trustee for three years, John Curran.
Norwich bulletin., 1914-10-14
PAST MASTERS LODGE
Planned by Quinebaus Masonic Lodge
 fer Thursday Evening.

On Thursday evening, Oct. 18th, there will be a Past Masters lodge held by Quinebaug Masonic lodge at the temple. A Past Masters lodge has not been held in Putnam for more than Is years, and local Masons look forwar.l ca big gathering and a good time. Ten past masters of Quinebaug lodge reside in the city and they as well as the regular officers of the lodge are enthusiastic over this meeting.
 Putnam lodge of Woodstock and Cornerstone lodge Of GrosvenordaIe have been specially invited, all local Masons are expected to be present. and any and all visiting brothsrs will be cordially welcomed.
 The third degree of Ffee Masonry
Norwich bulletin., 1914-10-14
NORWICH BULLETIN WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER IA, 1914

dorf were greatly enjoyed by the mem- bers, following which Mrs. M- Eugene Lincoln read two poems Tn Old Amer ica'' by Jules Jordan and America for Me-. by Dr. Henry Van Dyke. of Childhood" quoting from Stevenson a niece of Mrs. John G, Bill, of this in a charming manner on ''The Poetry city. vas then introduced. and spoke Fields and RRiley, and closing with the third act of the 'Pied Piper
 After the singing of America, the meeting adjourned to a. social hour dur ing which light refreshments were served.
Norwich bulletin., 1914-10-14
FUN ERRAL.
Mrs. Daniel T. Larkin.

mFs. UanIoI :. EdFNIIs
 Many relatives and friends gathered at the home of the deceased on East Franklin street Tuesday afternoon for the funeral services for Mrs. Daniel T. Larkin, who met death last Friday afternoon as the result of a runaway accident. The service was conducted by Rev. w. D. Swaffield, pastor of the Baptist church, which Mrs. LarlSin att tended. The bearers were Everett Mitchell, Frank Stinson, Thomas Brad for, Wilfred, L'heureuX. William J Craig, William A. Graves, Frederick Barber and NJ. Wood. Burial wss in Westfield cemetery. A. F. Wood was the funeral director.
Norwich bulletin., 1914-10-14

5eeoming Serious.
 Mrs. Henry Lord has been called 60 New London by reason of the death of an infant niece.
 Hermon G. Carver and George Pot win, registrars, have received 21 appli- cations from persons who wish to be made voters in time for the state elec- ton.
 H. J. Potter, agent of the state board Of education, has had a busy time in towns in this section this fall, investi- gating numerous matters pertaining to the schools that have required his at tention.
 New Concrete Bridge.
 A new concrete bridge has been built in the highway between Poufret station and the Haskell stand at the expense of the state highway depart ment. !
 The fact that 60 many voters con- tlnue to be disfranchised is causing many to advocate some coaching of voters on how to mark their ballots properly-that is. as the voter wishes to mark them-in the coming state election.
 Paid World Series Bets. Paying worlds series bets was one of the important occupations of vari- ous Putnam. young men Tuesday evening. There were a great many supporters of the Braves in Putnam, but also others willing to risk their | money on the Athletics Letters Not Claimed. Letters addressed as follows are un- claimed at the Putnam postoffice this | week: Levy Pattenano, Tifnor, Gui- | sipp Mainor, George H. Doran, William Dawson, Stanstaw Lacrak, Miss Ruth Gordon, Mrs. Charles Frenning, Miss P. Van c. Jay. Miss May R. Anderson Miss Estella N. Anderson, Miss c. A Smith.
 ] No Rain for Ten Weeks. There Is a crying need for rai1 throughout all the surrounding farm Ing country. In a number of in- | stances farmers in this section are forced to bring water in barrels iron considerable distances for their stock
 as wells on the farms have gone dry
 There has been no rain to amount tC
 anything for the past ten weeks.
Norwich bulletin., 1914-10-14
OBITUARY.
Mra. David C. Card.

Hannah Thurber, widow of Dr.. David c. Card, died at her home on Main street Tuesday morning of dia- betes. She was a native of Foster, R. l., born September 2S. 1893, the daughter of Daniel and Rebecca Hill. She came to this city in 1861 and had resided here since, surviving her husband and two sons, her only near relatives. Mrs. Card was of a cheer full disposition and had made many friends during her long residence in Willimantic.
Norwich bulletin., 1914-10-14
Bows Arn, Broken in Fall,

Robert, the six-year- son of Louis B. Lincoln, of North street, broke his arm late Tuesday afternoon as the result of a fall from a neighbor's grape arbor. Dr. c. F. Simmonds reduced the fracture, which was just at the elbow.
Norwich bulletin., 1914-10-14

Wilbur L. l.. Spencer of Lebanon was visitor in town Monday, and met Chief E. H. Richmond on Main street in the late afternoon, present. ing him a package which he said con- tained a remembrance for him. On opening the package the chief found a box of fresh strawberries, which he states had a, flavor equal to any he ever ate, and were of good size, an unusual crop for the middle of Octo- Der.
Norwich bulletin., 1914-10-14
K. of c. to Give "The Three Twin.

The committee of San Jose council, K of C., which is arranging for an- other amateur performance for this fall. has selected Three Twins as the vehicle for their efforts, and a strong cast is already rehearsing the play, which is expected to put in the shade their success of last year. Arthur Mo Quillan. Harry Cotter. George Hickey, John EIsasser, T. Frank Cunningham, Miss Julia A. Shea, Miss Mae Mortar ty and Miss Alice Doyle of last years faces to be seen are Harry Lester, Harry Tobin and Miss Antoinette Dion
Norwich bulletin., 1914-10-14
Tendered Farewell Reception,

Hector Duprey, a member Of the Choral club of St. Mary's parish. and until recently employed by the H. c. Murray. company. has resigned and leaves in 8. few days for Woonsocket. The members of the Choral club ten dered him farewell reception Mon day night at the home of Joseph F.. Gaudreau, on Tingley street. Vocal and Instrumental music was rendered and a smoker and social time enjoyed.
Norwich bulletin., 1914-10-14

the pleasant day Tuesday to attend the Stafford fair. 140 excursion tickets being sold from this station during the morning and about the same num- Der for the o'clock train, besides a number who went by automobile.
Norwich bulletin., 1914-10-14

town officials to fight forest fires, as was urged. The town officials have no authority whatever over this particu- lar group of lajborers.
Norwich bulletin., 1914-10-14
Weather Too Warm for Business.

The warm weather so far this fall has not been very propitious for the merchants and many complaints of little business are heard. Taken with the other causes which go toward making this a poor season, the outlook for a good winter is not at all en- couraging. It is a good time for a man to hold onto a steady. job, if he has one. as one of the successful mer- chants remarked Tuesday.
Norwich bulletin., 1914-10-14
WILnMANTIc
Whst,s Goiua On.

Monthly Meeting of Board of-.Abdef- ken.
 '~Windham Encampmens. NO. 1e,ex. o. k F.. SG7 Main Street.
 -Wf1limantio Commandary, No 2bos A 'sAfontfiiy Meeting of Town School
 crnmfttee, Town Building.
Norwich bulletin., 1914-10-14
Pirates Take Two Out of Three

The Pirates defeated the Red Sox TWO out of three strings Tuesday night lp the Willimantic duckpin league The scores as whole were light. W. Hig- gins of the Pirates had the high sin gle ;1l3, and also high total 317. The score:
Norwich bulletin., 1914-10-14
Guild Get.Toaether suoper.

About 40 members and honorary members of the Women's Guild of St. Pauls Episcopal church enjoyed a get-together supper from ' to Tues day evening, at the parish house. Mrs. A. D. Boss the president, and Mrs. Martin. vice president received. Fol-
Norwich bulletin., 1914-10-14

lard, Delphis Perrau1t, John Moriarty, Edward Belair and Edmond Hurley of this city, Pearl L.. Chamberlain of South Windham and Owen Rathbun of Windbam
Norwich bulletin., 1914-10-14
Ein.d $f for AasaaIt.

The only case in the police court Tuesday was that against Michael banahey, a minor employed in Hyman !srael's restaurant on Railroad street, charged with assault on. Mr. Israeps Son Carl, last Sunday morning. The testimony of the witnesses was con hicting as to the cause, of the 'quar- Tel. Danahey was fined one dollar md the costs were remitted.
Norwich bulletin., 1914-10-14
Attending w. c. r. U. Convention.

The following are attending the an- nual state convention of the W. C. T. U. in New Britain, Tuesday, We'd nesday and Thursday of this week: Mrs. L. K. Fuller of Scotland, Mrs. B. Nellie A. Gager, Mrs. A. C. Scrip ture. Mrs. B. Stimson and Mrs. George R. Tripp of this city.
Norwich bulletin., 1914-10-14
City Labor Payroll.

The city labor payroll for the week ending October 10, 1914, totalled $641.- 57, divided as follows: Police depart ment S142.40; street department S1sS.s2: new streets, $72.4e; sidewalks, S57.91; maintaining sewers, $7S.34; waterwerks, $101.61.
Norwich bulletin., 1914-10-14

lowing the supper there were informal talks and a general discussion Of work for the coming year.
Norwich bulletin., 1914-10-14

Hartford-Miss Sara Thomson Kin ney and Mrs. William Darling have taken apartments at No SPA Asylum avenue for the winter.
Norwich bulletin., 1914-10-14
2so Hunters Take Out Licenses.

About two hundred and eighty hunt ing licenses have been issued by the town clerks office to date. They were obtained this week by Herbert D. Pol
Norwich bulletin., 1914-10-14

!. Many Visitors to Stafford Fair.l
 A large number took advantage of
Norwich bulletin., 1914-10-14
PUTNAM

Government Agent Gives No Hint as to Postoffies site-Suit Over Sale of Cotton-Past Masters Lodge Plan ned for Thursday EVenins-Drourh Becoming Serious.
Norwich bulletin., 1914-10-14

Infants Wool Bands, Canton silk shell finish, reinforced tab and silk bow on shoulder, cream color - Soc quality, sale price 42c,
Evening journal., 1914-11-23

Webster, L. II. Dunham, John J. Ras-
kob.
Newspapers and Advertising
liam F. Metten, George Carter, Whining
ton Morning News, Joseph II. Martin,
n. Williams.
Oficials-Thomas H. Buckley, A. V.
Leslie George, Edgar M. Hopes, Jr.
Physicians and Dentists-H. Chal
mers Hickman, Harrison w. Howell,
John Palmer, Jr., Albert Robin, Jo-
seph p Wales. VIM. C. Speakman.
Public Utilities-E p. Bardo, I. w.
Wilson, w. j. McCorkindale.
Pianos, Trunks and Allied Inter-
ests-J. /. Jessup, William E. Hol-
land, George A. Gewehr.
Printers-Charles H. Gray, Herbert
A. Roop, William E. Taylor.
Plumbers Fred H. Gawthrop,
Leonard T. Purks, William G. Robe
len.
Photographers. Stationers, Flor
lists and Typewriters-J. r. Cum
mings. Harry Yerger. Walter Butler
Railroads and Steamship Lines
w. II. H. Willis, Benjamin S, Dowdell,
Fl. B. McCollum, II. T. Bush, Joseph S.
Wilson.
Real Estate. Bail Peirce, Charles
/ G. Kurtz, w. W. Pusey, End.
Shoes and Bendheim Bros,
J. W. Laud, Charles r. Dubell.
Wholesalers and Produce Dealers
Philips-Thompson Company, William
B. Megear, Lea Milling Company.
Foundries-G. w. Moreton. John r.
Walker, Pusey and Jones Company.
Evening journal., 1914-11-23
COMEDY BILL AT GARRICK.
Comedy is the keynote of the bill

taking part in these exercises, which
are under the direction Of J. Frank
Jones, head of the English depart
ment at the High School consist only
OF the junior students. Previous to
the presentation of each tableau, a
reader will read excerpts apropos of
each picture.
There will also be special music
under the direction of Miss Nell c.
Krumme, and the reading of the
Thanksgiving proclamation will also
take place. Following is the arrange
ment of tableauX and those who Will
take part in them.
Tho Landing of the Pilgrims Speak
er, Lydia Cloward; leaders, Mrs. Scmple
and Miss Ramo, Frances Reuter-, Mar
ian Smith, Mildren Jenness, Paula Wei
SER Charles Cleaver, John Pierson, Bay
ard Carter.
The Thanksgiving Hunt-Speaker, Ed
gar Bugless; leader, Miss Pierce, vii
liam Triggs. Harry Loose, Russell
White, George Franklin.
The Gossips Speaker, Jeanetta Mann
mcle; leaders. Misses Cook and Raud-
nitzky; Dora MeElwaine, Mildred Den
ney
Going to Church-Sp Speaker, Robert
Colpitts; leader, Miss Beck, Emma Rid
ings, Pauline Clay, Anna Jones, Rebecca
/ Townsend Marie Paris, Charles Cars
well. Harvard Day, James Morford, Ar
thur Wise, Charles Rcissman.
Puritan Sabbath Afternoon Speak
er, Leah Heindle; leader, Miss Bal
lance; Helen Merritt Mary Morrison
Helen Bush, Anna Pierson, Elizabeth
Taylor.
The Harvest Feast--Speaker, Alice
Roop: leaders, Misses Palmer and
Robinson; Avis Bishop. Lydia Glow
ard, Helen Smith, Joseph Handler
Harvey Fell, Henry Tatnall. Julio
Russo, John Bernardo, Charles Ed
wards. John Challenger.
John Alden and Priscilla-Speaker
Mildred McCardell; leader, Miss Saw
in John Anderson, Eleanor Stewart
Gladys Smith.
Announcement was also made this
morning that all basketball candi-
dates should meet tonight in the
Friends School gymnasium at
o'clock.
Evening journal., 1914-11-23
aARMS -AND NM MAN.v

The Little Theatre Company will
be seen for the first time at The
Playhouse on the evening Of Novem-
Der %, in Arms and the Man" by
Bernard Shaw. The play is of special
interest at present since there is a
strong timely theme in the comedy
really a protest against militarism
and war.
The cost includes Dallas Anderson
as Captain Bluntchli, Saxone Nor
land as Rama, Hilda Englund as
Madame Petkoff, Whitford Kane as
Major Petkoif Ian Maclaren as Ser
gius. the Bulgarian hero; Ida Hamil-
ton as Louka, Wallis Clark as Nicola
and Thomas Draper as a Russian
officer
Evening journal., 1914-11-23
INSPECT CITY POWER PLANT.

Professor William Easily, Jr., of the
University of Pennsylvania and nineteen
members of the senior class at the uni
versity inspected the water works Of
this city on Saturday. Chief Engineer
Edgar NJ Hopes, Jr., took personal
charge of the visitors and conducted
them TO the preliminary filter and the
final filters and through the pumping
station. The Wilmington water plant
is considered an ideal plant and the class
win make it thesis for next June.
Evening journal., 1914-11-23

at the Garrick Theatre this week.
which were gotten together especially
as a holiday offering, which is always
unusually good. There are so many
features that it is hard to single any
out for particular notice as a distinc-
tion OF merit as compared with the
others.
The following acts are included:
John T. Ray and Grace Hilliard in
Hello Sally" the Farrel-TaylOr
Trio in "The Minstrel Man at tthe
Club" Soretty and Antonette, in
French acrobatics; Hayes and Thatch-
er in "The Bargain Hunter" Lazelle
and Raymond in a surprise stunt;
Harry Bouton and Company in an act
of illusion; Jack Kennedy and Com
pany in THE Flareback;" Akin, Fagg
and Duffy, in musical number, &c.
Evening journal., 1914-11-23
aPOLIY AM THE CIRCUS.v

Elsie ST Leon, in the title role Of
Polly of the Circus" with its two
carloads of scenery and its trained
horse. acrobats. bareback riders.
sufficient in number to cause even
some regular tent shows to suffer by
comparison, takes possession of the
Playhouse November 26, q and 2S
with matinees Thanksgiving and Sat
urday
Evening journal., 1914-11-23
aTHE FIRFFLYn pLEAsEs.

Those who attended The Playhouse af-
ternoon or night on Saturday saw IN
"The FREELY" one of the best musical
comedies which has been seen here this
season and there is no doubt about Miss
Edith Thayer, the splendid little primu
donna and the Supporting company scor-
ing success. The audiences at both
performances were large.
Evening journal., 1914-11-23
no ARGUE TAX CASE POINT.

CITY Solicitor Daniel o. Hastings and
Andrew c. Gray at this term of Super
ior Court viii argue case stated, IN
voIving the right of the city to adver-
tising deli ,uent taxpayers.
Evening journal., 1914-11-23
The Best Garments

Last Saturday, with two exceptions, was the
largest day we have ever had in our garment sec
tiOn The reasons for this might best be stated
from customers themselves. Here IS what the
writer heard:
From one This is THE BEST COAT
HAVE SEEN AT THE PRICE; ANOTHER
MEMBER OF MY FAMILY WILL NEED A SUIT
IN A FEW DAYS AND SHALL BRING HER
HERE"
Another one said: 81 HAVE BEEN IN
EVERY GARMENT DEPARTMENT ON THE
. STREET, AND THIS CORDUROY COAT is THE
ONLY ONE THAT DID NOT APPEAR DUSTY
LOOKING" NEEDLESS TO SAY, SHE PUR-
CHASED.
Still another customer said: 81 ALWAYS DO
MY GARMENT BUYING HERE. THIS SEASON
YOUR LINES SEEM MORE EXTENSIVE THAN
EVER"
Many other reasons that you will observe for
yourself will appeal to you if you visit our gar
ment department. Stocks have been largely aug
mented to meet the Thanksgiving demand; in
many instances we have been able to purchase a
number of Top Coats and Suits at liberal price
concessions.
At $500 each, we offer many Coats that have
been $4,000 each.
number of Suits of very special qualities
and styles at $500 and $500, that have been
much higher
Other Top Coats at $1,000 to $65.OO each.
Other Suits at $500 to S65.OO each
Many Velour and Corduroy Coats are shown
in the line.
AT $500 and $500, we are offering some
very unusual grades of black Russian Pony Goats.
Complete showing of Fur Scarfs and Muffs
Evening journal., 1914-11-23
FRITzI SCHEFF HERE TONIGHT.

FRITZ SCHEFF HERE TONIGHT.
Another fond delusion shattered
A prima donna has been found who
actually earns her salary
For years playgoers have watched
famous prima donuas warble (watch-
ed is right q few songs, take numer-
Gus curtain calls and. carry off the
bulk OF the floral offerings. Being a
prima donna was supposed to be as
exacting as the work of a linesman
for wireless telegraph company.
All wrong, FRITZ. all wrong.
If you don't believe a prima donna's
work Is hard, 90 to The Playhouse
this evening and see FRITZ Schen in
Pretty MIS-. Smith" You will be
amazed. Such a busy person.
During each performance Miss
Schen sings four songs, which is an
average prima donna's days or rather
nights work
In addition TO that she acts a role
which is as long as any star part on
Broadway What is more, she acts IL
so well that It has been suggested
that she fOrsake plays with music
and emulate Marie Tempest
Evening journal., 1914-11-23
NM Man FROM HOME.

"The Man From Home" the world
famous production that broke all atten-
dance records in New York city, at the
Astor Theatre, starts this weeks Para
mount program at the Avenue Theatre.
Like all other. Paramount photoplays,
"'lllc Man From Home by booth lark
ington, comes direct from the Strand,
New -Nork's mllion-dollm theatre.