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The Washington herald., 1914-12-07
QUITS ON 12.PoUND POTATO.
Southerner "Crawhshes" on Braa
to Eat 1t.

Forsyth, Ga, Dec. "a twelve-pound
sweet potato raised by T. o. Smith on
his patch here caused 2. NJ. Maynard, a
local warehouseman, to "crawfish'' out OF
an agreement that he had made. Listen
ing to Mr.. Smiths Dragging about the
size OF some of his potatoes, Mr.. May
nard stated that he could eat "at one
sitting the biggest potato that Smith
could raise. When Smith hurried home
and returned with a tuber that tipped the
beam at twelve pounds and resembled
a prize pumpkin rather than a sweet d.
tato, Mr.. Maynard begged to be relieved
from his agreement The potato, which
Is a specirnen of unusual size, has been
on display at one of the local banks.
The Washington herald., 1914-12-07
sKEPTICAL OVER SCoPoLAMIN.
Surgeons Say 1t VIII Never Re
place Present AnaeathetIcs.

Washington surgeons are skepticaI over
the use Of scopolamin the twilight
sleep" drug. which has successfully been
used in New York hospital in an opera
ton for appendicitis.
That it never will replace ether, NOR
phine or any of the other standard
anaesthetics for operation purposes is the
opinion OF the Capitals best surgeons.
However, scopolamin Is not new drug
In Washington and has been used to a
considerable extent in maternity cases at
Columbia and Georgetown University
hospitals.
Scopolamin deadens the sense of feel
ing, but leaves the patient conscious as
to what is transpiring.
DR.. Fry, head of the surgeons at
Georgetown University, has experiment.
ed considerably with twilight sleep" He
refused last night to discuss the success
of his work. but shortly will speak on
the question before one Of the leading
medical societies in this country.
The Washington herald., 1914-12-07
VIENNA SAME AS USUAL.
City Normal and Prices Low, Says
U. s. Consul.

New York. Dec. B.-Charles DENLY,
American consul general in Vienna, ar
rived today on the kroonland on leave
of absence. After reporting in Wash
ington he will proceed to his home in
Detroit.
Mr.. DENLY said that conditions at
Vienna were normal. all the stores were
open and prices remained normal 1t is
impossible From the aspects of the
streets to tell that Austria was at war,
he declared. Beyond saying that the
Austrians resented the attitude Of the
American press as being "one sided" in
its views Mr.. DENLY refused to discuss
the war.
The Washington herald., 1914-12-07
Elks To Hold Fast.

Washington Elks initiated a four-days'
fast this morning as a result of the an
nouncement that the annual mid winter
oyster roast of the lodge will be held
at the clubhouse Thursday evening. A
special corps of chefs engaged for the oc-
casion will serve the luscious bivalves
in all styles-new or old, hot or cold.
Wards famous pan roast will be fea-
tured. a vaudeville program is being ar
ranged by the entertainment committee.
The Washington herald., 1914-12-07
North Dakota Wants Belgians.

Fargo, N. D.. Dec. 6-NOrth Dakota
is seeking a colony of BSlgians. 1t is
thought they can be securc1 In the
spring, and Gov. l. B. Hanna woeSld like
to have about LOCO heads OF families To-
cate in this State. They would be es-
peciaIly valuable at a time when North
Dakota is making an effort at better
farming and dairying and live stock rails
ing. A representative OF the State may
be sent to Belgium to interest prospec-
tive settlers.
The Washington herald., 1914-12-07
SAVES SOUP BONE; BREAKS own
II Was for Mother and he Sees
that she Has Soup.

Milwaukee. Dec. 6-Harry Abbott was
sent out to get soup bone by his mother.
who lives at 25S Tenth street. and al
though he was struck down by an ice
wagon he kept hold Of the bone and his
mother was able to make soup despite
the fact that Abbott was lying on cot
In the Emergency Hospital with a frac-
turned leg.
OF course, Abbott did not take the bone
to his mother. for he could not get 'ip
after the Milwaukee Lakes Ice Company
wagon had skidded in turning the corner
Of Second and Wells street. knocking him
down.
But he so impressed Joe Johnston, driv-
er, Of the Emergency Hospital wagon,
with his earnestness to get the bone to
his mother. that Johnston drove to the
house after taking Abbott to tbs hospital
and delivered 1t to Mrs. Abbott
Harry Abbott II a marrisd man and Is
tn.rty-three years old. His mother rays
he l. very fond Of soup.
The Washington herald., 1914-12-07
TO TALK WAGES OF WOMEN.
National Consumer League I
Hold Conference Here.

Measures which will aid in securing
legislation throughout the country pro-
viding for a minimum wage for women
will be discussed at the fifteenth annual
meeting OF the National Consumers
League, to be held Thursday and Friday
at the Raleigh Hotel. DR.. Harvey w.
Wiley will preside.
The sessions are scheduled for Thurs
day and Friday. The Thursday meeting
will be open TO the public. A luncheon
for delegates and visitors will be given
Friday at l o'clock. and a reception Fri
day evening in the Raleigh ballroom by
the woman's department OF the Ma
tional Civic Federation and the Monday
Evening Club.
Among the speakers at the meeting
will be Charles J. Bonaparte, Of Balti-
more, and DR.. Katherine B. Davis, OF
New York
The Washington herald., 1914-12-07
1876 Varieties on One Tree,

Hart, Mich, Dec. 6.-One OF the inter
esting exhibits at the county fair was
display of eighty-four varieties Of apples
picked from a single tree. This exhibit
was made by G. W. Haight. Haight
has done some experimenting with tree
that was originally a Tallman sweet. He
now has the tree grated to l5 different
varieties OF apples. This is believed to
be the most versatile tree In the country.
The Washington herald., 1914-12-07
MIRACLE MAN WITH ONE ARM.
He Supports Family of Fourteen
and Self on Ia Acres

Los Angeles, Dec. eff a one-armed
man succeeds in supporting a wife and
thirteen children on one and one-quar-
ter acres OF irrigated land, why should
man with a small family and two
sturdy arms complain of hard luck?
E. B. Davis, a native of Utah, was
engaged in mining until he met with
an accident and lost his left arm. He
bought four acres of land in Milford
Valley. Utah, OF which but a little over
an acre is under an irrigation ditch.
From this small portion of irrigated
land he says he has supported a family
Of fourteen in comfort. He raises veg
etables, fruits and berries.
The Washington herald., 1914-12-07
Confirms Glass Of 10.

Rt. Rev. Thomas J. Shahan. rector OF
the Catholic University, confirmed a class
Of 10, including many adult converts al
st. Martins Catholic Church, North Cap
itoI and T streets, yesterday afternoon.
Assisting Bishop Shahan were the Rev
Eugene A. Hannah, pastor Of St Mar
tins; the Rev. William J. Carroll, Of st.
PauIs, and DR.. william Kerby, Of Catho-
Lie University,
The Washington herald., 1914-12-07
MODEL OF CLEANLINESS.
NOonan's American LunchrOOm
Found to BE SpOtIessIy Clean.

John J. Noonan, known as one of the
most enthusiastic workers in the develop
ment OF Ninth street northwest as a
business thoroughfare, has added to the
list OF his enterprises the new American
Lunch establishment at SO Ninth street
northwest Mr.. Noonan is also proprie-
tor OF the Stag Hotel and the Virginia
Theater.
The new lunch room is a model of
spotless cleanliness combined with a
scheme of decoration that cannot fail to
please the eye. The ceiling is OF glass.
the tiling inlaid with a gold design and
all OF the fixtures, including the tables
and counters, are Of opalite. The equip
ment of the latest improved pattern in
cludes steam tables.
The lunch room opened Saturday with
special features for its first patrons. At
tractive souvenirs were given to each
diner. The Soldiers Home Band gave an
interesting program at the opening.
The Washington herald., 1914-12-07
PASTORS DIVORCE CURE.
Stay Home Nights and ODn't Cos
sip, He Says.

Cincinnati. Dec. "a set Of rules to
prevent husband or wife taking refuge
in the divorce court or seeking happiness
with a soul mate was offered in a sermon
by the Rev. c. W. Blodgett, pastor of
the Clifton Methodist Episcopal Church.
Gossip is destructive" he said. The
man who will go about and complain of
his wife is a coward. The woman who
listens to silly twaddle of busybodies IS
unfit for home. Not one girl in a thou
sand is fit to marry under twenty. and
no man under twenty-five"
The pastor said every man. before he
Is married, should be compelled TO sweHr
he will stay at home at least two niZhts
every week.
The Washington herald., 1914-12-07
BARK CURLs; MILD WINTER.
Wood River Man Says He Got In
faIIibIe Sign from Indian Chief.

st. Louis. Dec. 6.-Dr. J. c. Helper, Of
Wood River, near Alton. a Progressive
party worker, declares there will be an
open winter in this vicinity because the
bark on the trees is beginning to curl
up and the corn ears are not covered
with husks. He went out into the fields
and what he found resulted in his an
nouncement
He says he got the forecast from In
dian Chief Yellow Breast. in Oklahoma,
ten years ago and that he has found it
to hold good ever since.
The Washington herald., 1914-12-07

The funeral Of Mrs. Sarah z. Javins,
who died Saturday at 1913 Duke street,
will take place at O'Clock Monday aft
ernoon from Beulah Baptist Church.
Franconia, Fairfax County.
The Washington herald., 1914-12-07

Freeholders Of Providence district,
Fairfax County, shortly will present a
petition to Judge ]. B. 7. Thornton, of
the Circuit Court, asking him to call a
special election to bond that district
for $4,000 for improved roads
The Washington herald., 1914-12-07

1t is expected that a joint session OF
City Council will be held Tuesday night
to elect a city health officer. The con-
test Is between DR.. E. A. German, in
cumbent, and DIR. T. NJ. Jones'
The Washington herald., 1914-12-07

Representative C. c. Carlin tonight de-
liVered the memorial address before Dam
Vile Lodge Of Elks, and Robert s. Bar
rett, also Of this city, delivered the me-
mortal address before Roanoke Lodge Of
Elks
The Washington herald., 1914-12-07

Life in the Philippines" will be the
subject Of an address Monday night by
Capt. Fauntelroy at Lee Camp Hall un-
der the auspices Of r. E. Lee Camp,
Confederate Veterans.
Norwich bulletin., 1914-10-10
Fans Enthusiastic.

The worlds series was the main topic on the streets Friday, and the failure of Chief Bender to hold down the- Braves was the cause of consid- erable jubilation among some of the National league rooters who have not had an opportunity to see their favor ties in the lead for several years. One of the local firms had occasion to call the Boston chamber of commerce dur ing the afternoon to ask for prices on four but all that could be obtained over the phone was 'The Braves are leading in the sixth, to T." Every thing else was immaterial.
 The sport lovers in this city will have two good opportunities today to view athletic contests. On the grounds of the Thread Mill league the second game in the series between the All Stars of this city and the team of the William Clark thread mill of Vest erly will be played. The local boys won the first game and are going after this one hard to cinch the series.
 On Windham field the local high school team will play it's first home game of the season against the boys from Stonington High. The team has been through a stiff workout since the Monson game and is prepared to give a good account of itself against the down state boys.
Norwich bulletin., 1914-10-10
sPTRITUALIsT SOCIETY
To Rededieate Church Building on
 Bank Street Sunday.

The First Spiritualist society will re- dedicate their church building on Bank street tomorrow (Sunday). The audi torium has been thoroughly renovat- ed, painted and decorated and supplied with new opera chairs, making it the cosiest and most comfortable hall .n the city. A new shaded electric light ing system has been installed and a carpet has been laid in the afsles.
 Sunday will be the first time that the society has occupied it for public ser vices in abou ten years, and the ser vices will take the form of a rededi- cation.
 The speaker for both services will be Mrs. Mary s. Vanderbilt of Brook lyn, N. Y..~who needs no introduction to Willimantic audiences. Mrs. Van derbilt will deliver a short sermon at each service and will follow with a message seance.
 At the morning service Miss Annie H. Tingley will give a short historical sketch of the organization of the so- ciety and the erection of the church building, and in the evening n. A. Ly- man will briefly review the conditions which have made it possible for the society to have the church for use again.
 At each service there will be solo singing by C. Howard Millerd, who will be accompanied on the piano by Miss Mabelle Taft.
Norwich bulletin., 1914-10-10
DON'T NEGLECT
 YOUR STOMACH
If It's Upset Mi-o-na Puts It Right and Ends Distress or
 Nothing to Pay.

If you are one of the thousands who cannot eat a simple meal without it's lying in the stomach like lead, fer ipenting and causing painful distress, sourness and gas. do not delay but go at once to your druggist and get some Mi-o-na-a simple prescription espec- lally prepared to quickly and effective ly end indigestion or dyspepsia and correct bad stomachs
 You must not allow your upset ston- ach to go from bad to worse for there will surely be longer periods of food fermentation causing greater agony, more gas. sick headache, unrefreshing sleep, ''blue spells" and nervousness.
 If your stomach is out or order, feels badly after meals, you must put it right. A few Mi-o-na tablets are just what you need-always keep them handy-they are small, pleasant to take, and absolutely harmless. Use Mi-o-na freely at the first sign of dis tress. It not only quickly ends the misery but helps to unclog the liver, cleanse and strengthen the stomach so 1t can digest your food in the natural way, then you are well, hale and hearty,
 Mi-o-na is not only one of the most effective remedies but inexpensive. The Lee 6 Osgood Co. sells 1t with agreement to refund the money if it does not give satisfaction.
Norwich bulletin., 1914-10-10
REPUBLICANS HARMONIOUS.
E, p. Chesbro and s. Arnold Peckhan
 Nominated for Representatives.

The republican caucus to nominate candidates for representatives to the general assembly met in the town hall Friday night at S.15 and was called to order by William s. Congdon. chairman or the republican town committee.
 George k. Hinman was selected as chairman on motion of Charles A. Gates, and Louis B. Lincoln, nominated by F. w. Gerrick, acted as clerk
 Only two names were presented to the caucus. E. P. Chesbro, nominated by Nelson A. Daniels, and s. Arnold Peckham. nominated by George M. Graves. Both were the unanimous choice of the caucus and nothing was heard of the candidacy of Albert E. Gurley, although Chairman Hinman stated before putting the motion which insured MT. Peckham's nomination that II there were any other candidates their names should be placed in nomi- nation.
 On motion of c. A. Gates the chair appointed F. R. Jackson, William A, Arnold and George S. Elliott a commit tee to retire and bring in ten names for justices of the peace.
 While they were deliberating both MT. Peckham and Mir. Chesbro thanked
Norwich bulletin., 1914-10-10
AUTO STRIKES WHEEL.
Winfield Lyon, IA Year Old Chaplin
 Student, Injured.

On Main street, in front of Whit more's store, shortly after 3 o'clock Friday, Winfield Lyon, IA, a student at the Windham High school. whose home is in North Windham, was riding down North street on his bicycle, and turned into Main street with the in tention of going to Sweeney's store. He rode directly in front of an automobile while was coming each down the slight grade at that point. Before the ma chine, which, according to the state ments of those who saw the accident, was proceeding at a slow and reason able rate could be stopped, the car and wheel colllded, and young Lyon was thrown heavily to the ground and severely bruised
 The car bore New Jersey number, 25562. and was driven by it's owner, William N. Smith. of Bogoto, N. d., a paper manufacturer, who is visiting his wife's relatives in Chaplin. The car was, brought to a full stop within 25 feet. and the owner with the as- sistance Of Dr. R. c. White and Chief ID, H. Richmond of the police force, both of whom happened to be in close proximity at the time of the accident, hurried Lyo nto St. Josephs hospital
 Here it was found that he had bruised eye and nose, and was injured on one shoulder a.n arm and elbow So lar as the examination revealed, no se- rious- injuries resulted. The peculiar fact about the collision was that the automobile, a six cylinder touring car had bent lenders. a dent in the frame and a leak in the radiator as a result of the mixup, and this despite the slow rate at which it was going. No one could be found who laid the blame for the collision on the driver of the ma chine, while all said the boy was on the wrongt side of the road. With so many machines passing along Main street, and so manw pedestrians, auto drivers and others who do not pay strict attention to the rules of the road, it is surprising that more acci- dents do not occur in that neighbor- hood.
Norwich bulletin., 1914-10-10
PLAINFELD
cornsrstone of New Episcopal Church to Be Laid Today-Time When Water Supply Was Talked Of.

The cornerstone of the new St. PauPs Episcopal church will be laid this (Saturday) afternoon at 4 o'clock.
 Enters Hospital.
 Sectionmaster J. Sullivan went to Providence Thursday to be operated on in St. Joseph's hospital. He has been in poor health for some time. Mrs. Sullivan accompanied him. Thomas King takes MT. Sullivan's place while he is away.
 When City Water Was Talked Of.
 The present dry time brings to mind the time when there was talk of hay- ing city water in Plainfield, the supply to come from the old Harvey Phillips pond just south of the Dow road. The late Dr. E. H. Davis came upon the old pond. which ran a. little Sawmill his fishing trips in early spring, and the water was rushing down the tiny brook in a torrent. The pond is on high land, much higher than the viI- lage, and it struck the enterprising doctor, who was always on the lookout for improvements, as an ideal place for a water supply. Some others thought it good plan, and there was a deal of excitement. A group of men was talk ing the thing over and most of them were in favor of the plan, for it was a dry summer and wells were low. Only
 
 George Barber-said snothing until someone asked MT. Kingsley what he thought of the plan, and he replied: T suppose you want the water in a dry time, don't you? We'll, I don't be- lieve there is a paidful in the whole length of that brook. What do you say, George?" q have known that pond for 40 years and I never knew any water there to speak of in a dry time, , was the answer. Investigation showed a very scant supply of water, and the water supply company was not form ed.
 But there are a few tiny springs in the town that are worth more than gold mines in these dry times. One Is at the Canterbury crossing, near the cemetery one not far from Earl Davis, at Flat Rock; one on the west side of the Moosup road. near the Frank Bennett farm, and another on the Lawton mill property. Others are in different parts of the town and should be taken care of.
 MT. Graves reports that he drove through Canterbury Wednesday and could not find water for his horse until he reached a roadside spring in North Society.
Norwich bulletin., 1914-10-10

'
 Republican Caucus, A republican caucus was held Fri day evening to place in nomination candidates for representative to the general assembly and for Justices of the peace. A. M. Brown was chair man of the meeting and B. R. Gardner clerk. F. H. Gilbert was nominated for representative. The justices of the peace named were Dr. s. H. Holmes J. P. German, H. H. Burnham, W. R. Palmer, B. R. Gardner and J. T Will bur The committee was authorized to fill all vacancies.
 Pulpit Topics.
 Sunday at the Congregational church Rev. William J. Reynolds of Moosup will occupy the pulpit. His morning subject will be Saved by Hope. and the, evening subject is The Secret of Moses Greatness. s..f.- ..- SpidelPs morning topic is Watching Together and in the evening Un- changeableuess. Rev.. Samuel Thatchers morning subject. at the Methodist church will be. Gold from an Old Mine and in Man.
 Personal Mention. Mrs. Harry McGlone and son Har- ry, of Greeneville, were guests Rt Thomas .McBroome's Friday. Charles Hall went to Backus hos pital Friday for treatment. The re- suit of the diagnosis of his condition cannot be given for several days. Mf' and Mrs. Thomas Stewart and their granddaughter. Miss Ruth Stew art. left this morning to visit friends in Fall River.
 MT. and Mrs. O. F. Miller and Miss Josephine Miller are in Boston for the day.
 Mrs T. M. Crumb recently enter tained MT. and Mrs. Henry Phillips of New London and Miss Louise Wright of Norwich.
 Theatre Party to Norwich. A large number of Jewett City peo- pie attended the performance of High links in Norwich Friday evening. A special trolley conveyed the party home after the theatre.
Norwich bulletin., 1914-10-10
MYSTIC
Death of Mrs- George w. Noyes-con- rad kretzer Democratic Nominee for Representative.

Mrs. Elizabeth Howe Moves, widow of George W. Noyes died at her home on Lincoln avenue Thursday evening after several months of severe Euf- fering. She had resided in Mystic for long term Of years and had a host of friends. She was a daughter of Loul9 and Mary Howe and has only one near relative, Miss Elizabeth Moves, who was a daughter of her only son, Stan din Moves, who died some ten years ago. Bereft of all that was near and dear to her, she was made comfortable in her last illness by loving friends and neighbors. She was a member of the Methodist Episcopal church and Fanny Ledyard chapter. D. A. R.
 Political Honors Pleasing.
 The nomination of Attorney Benja- min H. Hewitt of this place for senator from this district at the convention in Norwich Thursday was very pleasing doubt but that he will poll a big vote,
 At A. o. H. Meeting.
 At the meeting of Mystic division, A. o. H., Wednesday evening. Rev. N. J. Hart, pastor of St. Patrick's church. was present and congratulated the di- vision. promising his encouragement and support. A brief address was made dent of the division. who wa srecentiy elected county president of the order. The meeting was a large and enthusi- astic one.
 Nominated by Democrats.
 At the democratic caucus held in the- town. hall of Groton Thursday night Conrad kretZer was nominated for rep resentative. Mr. Kretzer, who is fruit dealer in this village. has a host Of friends who are wishing him success.
 Mrs. Isabella Mackenzie received on Friday a dish of red raspberries that were picked from the vines of Mrs. E. c. Paige on Church street. They were treat and although out of sea- son they had a very delicious flavor,
 Mrs. Fred Gilbert of Lincoln avenue entertained Mystic Rebekah lodge on Thursday afternoon when it was de- cided to start a sewing society.
 Frank W. Gillfllan of New Britain is the guest of his family in town
 Mrs. Dan E. Gray and son, Hadley Gray, of North Stonington were guesta Friday of their aunt, Mrs. Charles Stoddard.
Norwich bulletin., 1914-10-10

the convention in a few brief words for their nomination and promised to work for the interests of the party.
 The report of the nominating conn mittee which was accepted. placed the following in nomination for justices of the peace: William A. Arnold, A. T. Bowen, Charles A. Capen, Curtis Dean, George B. Hinman, Isaac Johnson, Will liam A. King, Charles L. Crandali, James A. Shea and F. Louis Hall.
 After empowering the town commit tee to fill any vacancies, the meeting adjourned after a brief session of 20 minutes.
Norwich bulletin., 1914-10-10
Candidate for Representative.

Announcement has been made that Isaac Sanderson Is to enter the lists at the coming state election as a can- didate for representative in the gem eral assembly. MT. Sanderson is one Of the best known democrats fin Wind ham county He has held many offices Of trust. As first selectman of the town of Windham he conducted the affairs of the town for the best inter- est of the taxpayers. It is said that as a candidate for representative he would have the united support of all democrats.