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Norwich bulletin., 1914-07-16
A NEEDED REFORM.

When the lower house of congress went on record for the cutting down Of the congressional mileage from twenty cents to five cents a mile, 1t didn't go as far as the situation actu- ally demands. but it was an excellent start In that direction, though, in con- tfast with precedent. great deal more than could really be expected Of the national legislators.
 With characteristic action the sen- ate promptly refused to accept the proposal of the house. There was a dsmand for this pefauisite and as long as 1t remains in their power they have given indication by their irlsistence that they propose to get it Such a stand naturally weakened the support in the house among the half hearted packers of the movement and the re- suit is that the effort is as dead as if 1t had never been promoted.
 There Is no sound reason why every member of congress should be handed out twenty cents for every mile he has to travel going to and from congress. Such a practice WAS started when con- ditions were far different from what they are today. That the iestttu1ate expenses of such trip should be met by the government is perfectly proper. but over that amount it becomes a gratuity for which there is absolutely no excuse. While reforms are pefng considered by the national body this is one in which they are concerned that ought to receive early and honest action
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sures show that there is decreasing need Tor their products in this country and tfiat losr advantage is being taken by this country of the foreign field. We have in other words invited the foreign competition and it has come, with the result that the advantage re- suits te the foreign manufacturer and net te the industrial activity of this country, or the relief of the consumer g It was in anticipation of this benefit which was promised to the people of the country that much of the support of the principle which Is now in eper- tien was secured. It has failed to pro- duct the results. and on the other hand there has followed a curtailment of industrial activity. The uncertainty offers no encouragement for an adjust ment to conditions and the benefit which comes from the introduction of the new economic system is entirely with those who have had the Amer ican market opened to them.
Norwich bulletin., 1914-07-16
HUERTA GUEST OF HONOR
 OF FRENCH COLONY
In commemoration of the Fall sf the
 Bastile.

Mexico City, July 14.-Pre<ident Huerta was the guest of honor of the French colony at a celebration at Cha pultepec park today in commemoration of the fall of the Bastile.
 The president also was seen during the day in various public places and. so far as could be learned, no prepara- tions are being made for his possible departure from the capital.
 Many Mexicans joined with the French residents in celebrating the holiday. Most of the stores were closed and the buildings in the prin- cipal streets were decorated with French and Mexican flags.
 The British minister. Sir Lionel Car den. denied that Rear Admiral Sir Christopher Craddock had come here for the purpose of accompanying Huer- ta to Vera Cruz. Admiral Craddock himself said that his only purpose in visiting the capital was rest and recre- ation. He added that he would leave for Vera Cruz on Saturday.
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slowly, while the motorcycle came ziS- zagging down the road at a lively pace.
 Secretary Phillips said that he had hoped to have someone else hear this case but found under the law no one else could do so. He intended, how ever, to have the attorney general e. view the evidence.
 Jacob Klein of Bridgeport, counsel for the accused. objected to the case being heard and asked that it be dis missed. He contended that as the sec retary was an interested party he cou d was no one else under the law to hear the case it should be dismissed. His motion was overruled- The case was finally continued until next Tuesday morning.
Norwich bulletin., 1914-07-16

scale of pay that is offered them This leads to crowding into insanitary lodgings. disease vice. sweat shops, industrial unrest. I. w W.-ism and the sort of crimes that so often prove baffling to the American police.-Tor- rington Register.
 Fathers and mothers are too neg lectful of their children's welfare; they do not mean to be, perhaps, but that is not helping the little ones. They are on the streets not only after nightfa1 but at late hours and a de- plorable feature of the conduct of many of the girls is that they are be- coming forward and are gradually having the edge rubbed of their re- hnement. They have the slang of the day. they make acquaintances of old CT people. oftentimes of questionable character and 0here does not seem to be anyone to Advise them or to ex- plain the dangers of street and chance acquaintanceships.- Britain Her aid.
Norwich bulletin., 1914-07-16
EoREaoNERS MIN.

The disclosures which are being made regarding the export and irn-
 port figures at the several ports of this country during the past year make interesting showings At the port of Boston it is shown that there is a falling off in business to the ex- tent of twenty-three millions while in Philadelphia for a period of six months the decrease in exports amounts to seven and half millions, with imports increasing five millions.
 In both instances, which are typical of other ports of the country, there is indication of less activity upon the p&rt of American industries. The fg.
Norwich bulletin., 1914-07-16
The Drinking
 Man s Boast

T can quit any time I wish Is a frequent expression. but why don't the don't he quit When a man braEs he can stop drinking whenever he wants to. he has usually reached the point where he cannot He knows he cannot make good this boast-unRided. He is in need of treatment-The Neal Treat ment-which is a harmless vegetable remedy that will transform. the terri ble cravings for liquor into a positive abhorrence for anything alcoholic. in three days time, without the use of hypodermio injections. If you are drinking you should look into this. If you have a friend who needs help. we urge your investigation. Come in and talk 1t over. or write or telephone for book of information. The Neal Insti- tute, 1902 Chapel St, New Haven, Ct: i: tel. 5540 (day or night).
 DRUG HABIT SUCCESSFULLY TREATED
Norwich bulletin., 1914-07-16

may return to the original point of entry of the canal without payment of additional toll.
 Following are the latest estimates of population in the reconstructed Balkan states. according to the Geographical Journal: Turkey in Europe, 1,59o. 900 i Bulgaria 4,467, ,006: Roumania, T,514-i s76.; Servia. 4,547.s90: Greece, 4.3s3,-' 2 -060; Montenegro, 516,00o; Albania.
Norwich bulletin., 1914-07-16
SECRETARY PHILLIPS HEARS
 COLLISION HE FIGURED IN
Counsel for Accused Objected, But His
 Motion Was Overruled.

Hartford, Conn. July 14-Secretary Albert Phillips today held a hearing on the collision which occurred be- tween his own car, driven by Joseph Tedesco, and a motorcycle ridden by Philip Carlson on June IT. A number of witnesses testified, including Tedes- co. who said that at the time of the accident the Phillips car was running
Norwich bulletin., 1914-07-16
FRESINOL HEALS
 TORTURED SKIN
Stops Itching and Burning InstantI,

Stops Itching and Burning Instantly
 There is immediate relief for skins itching. burning and dishgured by eczema ringworm, or other toment- ing skin trouble, in a warm bath with Resinol Soap and a simple application Of Resinol Ointment. The soothing, healing Resinol balsams sink right into the skin, stop itching instantly, and soon clear away all trace of eruption, even in severe and stubborn cases where other treatments have had no effect. After that, the regular use of Resinol Soap is usually enough to keep the skin clear and healthy.
 Resinol Ointment (5oc and s1.oo) and Resinol Soap (25c). are also speed fly effective for pimples, blackheads, dandruff. sores and many forms of piles. Prescribed by doctors for the past nineteen years. and sold by all druggists. For trial free. write to Dept. 1-R, Resinol. Baltimore, Md.
Norwich bulletin., 1914-07-16
Mioht HeIp Some.

Brigadier General Evans thinks we need a large army because we are f "the most meddlesome nation in the world" That may be doubted but If ,it is true let us quit being meddle- some.-New York World
Norwich bulletin., 1914-07-16
Ha. Other R.a.nn.

If whitman should be elected gov- f crnor of New York he would be a { likely candidate for the presidency in 1916, but. of course. that is not why Colonel Roosevelt is opposing him |, Washington Herald.
Norwich bulletin., 1914-07-16
Interestinu Rits

Under one of the new rules recently promulgated by Col. Goethals, a vessel may enter Gatun lake from either end of the canal and, without passing through the locks at the other end,
Norwich bulletin., 1914-07-16
Have The Bulletin Follow You

Readers of The Bulletin leaving the city for vacation trips can have 1t follow them daily and thus keep in touch with home affairs. Order through The Bulletin business office.
Norwich bulletin., 1914-07-16

New York has 500 drug fiends in one of its prisons. It might be a good thing if this pursuit of the drug evil was rigidly conducted in every state, for New York isn't alone in this condi- ton.
Norwich bulletin., 1914-07-16
Nothina Eaint About 1t.

MT. Pinchot, 1t is said, will object to being damned with faint praise tBut that isn't the way T. R. generally rdoes his damning-PittsburG .. Ga- zette- Times
Norwich bulletin., 1914-07-16

There was probably no connection between the establishment of a new altitude record for aviators and beet prices in the same week
Norwich bulletin., 1914-07-16

It is a wonderful thing what a de- lightful vacation one can have getting acquainted with the attractive spots around home, for after all, great share of the fun comes in tallinc about them,
Norwich bulletin., 1914-07-16

Every jump in the price of beef re- calls the great relief which was going to be obtained just as soon as the duty could be removed by the new tariff regulations
Norwich bulletin., 1914-07-16

The man on the corner says That prolonged silence comes from the fel- low who has returned and is telling about the pleasures of his early vaca- fion
Norwich bulletin., 1914-07-16

It would be an act of generosity for that thin air" which received those New Haven road millions to blow a little of 1t now for the benefit of the sacked and pilfered
Norwich bulletin., 1914-07-16

The claim that the Panama canal is to have the worlds biggest gun is going to cause an endless amount of friction through the overlooking of several individuals
Norwich bulletin., 1914-07-16

The Pennsylvania man who permit ted a woman to do the William Tel act found out. or his friends did, that barn door is the safest target after all
Norwich bulletin., 1914-07-16
That's q Deuce Set.

Clifford belongs to the Tennis Cabl- net. but that Hove all" stuff doesn't go when he makes faces at George .Perl<ins.-St Louis Republic
Norwich bulletin., 1914-07-16

When the president recently pre- dicted an unprecedented business boom. he probably foresaw the election of a republican majority in both branches of congress.
Norwich bulletin., 1914-07-16

There is no question but what Car bajal will see the needs of Mexico in a less personal light than Huerta did.
Norwich bulletin., 1914-07-16

When suspicious of the presence of a telegraph the only thing to do is to make lot of good verbal resolu- tiOnS
Norwich bulletin., 1914-07-16

There Is some concern lest the sup ply of tan fails this summer, but if it does it will be the first time such a thing ever happened
Norwich bulletin., 1914-07-16

Surprise was expressed that the Espasne sailed without Huerta, but it will be found that the Mexican ship of state can do likewise if given a trial.
Norwich bulletin., 1914-07-16
EDITORIAL NOTES

The popularity of peace In Mexico can be judged by the large number which turns out to receive it.
Norwich bulletin., 1914-07-16
OTHER VIEW POINTS

The workman's compensation law is
 being defined by the courts as rapidly
 as points arise. and it is significant that the commissioners are being up- held.-Bristol Press
Norwich bulletin., 1914-07-16

The peddlers make life mighty unin- teresting these warm sticky morn ings under the most favorable con raucous shouts.-Meriden Journal
Norwich bulletin., 1914-07-16

These are the days when the owners of seashore property should be work ing for the introduction into the next general assembly of legislation looking toward the solution of the great prob lem of sewage on the Connecticut waterfront, but probably the weathers too hot to hope for enthusiastic effort. Republican.
Norwich bulletin., 1914-07-16

At the present time nine out of ten immigrants find their way into some of the larger cities and add to the congestion of already congested for eign residence districts. By reason of their numbers they are competing one with aaether and forcing dewR the
Norwich bulletin., 1914-07-16

Bridgeport figures in the customary Monday morning list of automobile tragedies with several accidents that caused injuries to many. Carelessness on the part of operators or pedestrians was largely responsible for the mis- haps The reform which is to bring automobiling within the safe and sane limits Is still in its infancy Bridgeport Standard
Norwich bulletin., 1914-07-16

The postoffice is bound to econo- mize, apparently, at the expense of the service of its Connecticut customers. Then 1t is only reasonable that its Connecticut customers likewise curtail their expenditures for postal service until it Is restored to a condition that warrants the prodigality of recent years in purchases or ordinary ser vice stamps. to say nothing of special delivery and registered, mail service. Waterbury American.
Vilas County news. [volume] (Eagle River, Vilas County, Wis.) 1896-1927, 1914-03-18
CHAPTER v.
A Plan and a TeIearam.

The big, cool dining-room. with tall
palms and plants, snowy tables and
cleaning silver, the crowd of we'll
dressed people, the talk and laughter.
and the obsequious, hurrying walters,
was not a new experience to the Wa
termelon. For one short, painful
week. he had essayed to be a waiter
and had finally seen the folly of his
ways and given it up after he had
broken more china than his wages,
which were withheld, could cover.
His complete indifference as to what
people thought of him made him en-
tirely at his ease. while his scattered
wits were coming back with a rush
and his colossal self-assurance was
growing every moment he was in the
society of the charming Billy.
Vilas County news. [volume] (Eagle River, Vilas County, Wis.) 1896-1927, 1914-03-18
Curried Meats.

Curried meats and vegetables are
delicious Here is recipe for good
curry sauce that is not especially diff
cult to make. 1t can be served with
leftover chicken, cut into little strips,
and heated in the curry, then put on
a platter with a ring or mold of hot
rice. 1t can be served with leftover
mutton or lamb, cut in dice or thin
slices. 1t can be served with several
vegetables. To make it, slice me-
diun-sized onion thin and fry it in
two ounces of butter. When it is
brown add dessertspoonful of curry
powder. Let it cook minute or two
and then add cupful of beef gravy.
Dish gravy from roast beef or beef
steak is the best sort, but if this is
not at hand beef stock win de. Add
also 70 whole cloves, a Glove of garlic.
strip or two of lemon peel, half
teaspoonful of salt, two bay leaves,
and q teaspoonful or two of tarragon
vinegar. Cook this gently for hals an
hour ana then strain it.
Vilas County news. [volume] (Eagle River, Vilas County, Wis.) 1896-1927, 1914-03-18
I2AlIAR(NJNE9
k|...Y LIGHTHOUSE

The kitchen will take on. a new at
mosphere of cheer il it is given a
blue and white tile pattern paper and
blue oilcloth for floor and table.
On the emergency shelf there
should be some canned milk with the
cans of vegetables and fruit, as there
may come time when oysters wilt
have to be cooked at night or some
thing else cooked for which there Is
not cream or milk enough.
A woman who likes nice things al
ways makes her own lavender water
She takes a bottle of white vinegar
and into 1t puts handful of lavender
flowers. 1t, is allowed to, stand five
days in warm place and when
strained is ready for use.
Handkerchiefs or other articles Of
wear that have ink spots on them
may be washed better if the spot is
smearad with mutton tallow before
sending it to the laundry.
A weak solution Of turpentine
poured down the water pipes once a
week will drive the water bugs away
Halt a lemon dipped in salt is excel
lent for cleaning copper articles. Ok
alic acid, too, is equally successful
both for copper and brass.
Vilas County news. [volume] (Eagle River, Vilas County, Wis.) 1896-1927, 1914-03-18
consIderate Sailor.

The paying teller of one Of the
Cleveland banks says that on certain
day last month jolly tar, arm in arm
with his friend John Barleycorn. came
rolling up to the window.
"How's business. mater" began the
seaman, sprawling both arms on the
glass ledge.
Fair" replied the paying teller in
diligently Only fair. But we hope
it win pick up before long. By the
way, what can do for your"
well, you see it's like this" said
the tar, pulling out a check for $50,
made payable to bearer Here's a
check as calls for a lot o. money.
But / amt goin' to be hard on you
il business amt good. No, sir! That's
not my style. You just give me- $40
down and send me the other $40 sons
time when things are looking up!"-
Puck
Vilas County news. [volume] (Eagle River, Vilas County, Wis.) 1896-1927, 1914-03-18
81 was a hasn-srfnger once" saio ne.

Il was hash-sffnger once" saio ne.
gazing at her across the table.
Her small nose wrinkled with pleas
ure and the single dimple flashed forth
and was gone.
That's right" said the general, who
grew more fond of his guest with ev-
cry passing remark. Don't be
ashamed of the past just because you
have money now"
"You BACKED boots, too, believer"
questioned Bartlett, the results of that
unfortunate cotton deal he had par
ticipated in still ranking. Quite in
teresting"
The Watermelon had ears only for
Billy. She spoke and it was as If the
others had been silent.
WAS it fun?" she asked.
"Oh, yes" drawled the Watermelon
sarcastically. ut was fun all right.
Everybody wanted to be waited on
first and everybody wanted the white
meat
What did they do when they didn't
get waited on?" asked Billy.
6ll0U at me- SAID the WdaST1uSl-
on, "as if was their servant. This
is free country and we are all equal.
l said that to one old gent once and
it raised Cain"
''What'd he say"
HE said that might be, but we
didn't remain equal"
What did you say?"
Il said, I know it and I'm sorry for
you. sir. Don't blame yourself too
much, I said. WAS it drink that did
it?' When l left they didn't give me
any pay"
why not?" asked Billy, eagerly
amused
They said I had broken too many
dishes. ! said if l had known they
we're going to keep my pay, I would
have broken twice as many"
q presume you return to the city
tonight?'' questioned Bartlett.
The Watermelon thought of the
shivering wretch who was trying to
Vilas County news. [volume] (Eagle River, Vilas County, Wis.) 1896-1927, 1914-03-18
CHAPTER El1.-continued.

The girl put out her hand and the
Watermelon shook it. Her hand was
slender and white. soft as velvet and
veil cared for. The Watermelon's
WIS Dig and brown and coarse, and
entirely neglected as TO the nails
Henrietta noticed # with fastidious
amusement. William Hargrave Bat
SIfgIor was not, in her estimation,
Formed from the little she had read
about him in the papers, a gentle
nlaa- He had started life as a news
Soy on the streets Of New York, and
doubtless had not had his suddenly
ac1Aired wealth long enough to be
familiar with the small niceties Of life.
Besides, he was SO young and so good
booking, one could forgive him great
g deal mere than dirty nails.
eTou hardly look as old as ] imag
med you TO be from the papers" de-
. EIared the general, regarding a bit
OBVIOUSLY the youth who had made
sas AEHoHs in a few short weeks by
$50 nsa5ionaI stroke Of financial genius.
have a young mug" explained the
~ aUeTBleion modestiy
The general looked a bit startled.
Henrietta laughed. She had always
wanted to meet a man in the making.
@E hope that If you have no other
Engagement, you will dine with US"
SAID she.
Certainly cried the general.
Save you a previous appointment"
With myself said the Watermel-
OF @eTo dine"
You will dine with u.s." declared
she general, and that settled it. Get
into say car. AIphonse will steer
FouTs-"
The Watermelon made one last pro
1est against highway robbery in broad
daylight, but the general waved him
so silence and the Watermelon de-
-z1dsd that & they wished to make off
with the strangers car it was no
&aGlt OF his. He had done his best
SO s6op e. He climbed into the gen.
erals car. the general eranked up and
ahey were of, AIphonse and the Thorn
as car trailing along behind
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hide his nakedness in the forest
depths and shook his head. I'm
leaving about three" said he, putting
cause Of Billy. 1t hurt him to think
of leaving her, even then, charming,
dainty Billy.
Tell me some other things you
have DONE" leased Billy.
IF / sat over that side,' said the
Watermelon with the holiness of des-
peration. In two short hours they
would part for good, so why not make
the most of the short time allowed?
IF l sat over that side, I could tell
you so much better the sad. sweet
story of my life"
Come on" laughed Billy. And the
Watermelon rose, to the amusement
of those nearest, went around the
table and drew up chair beside Billy.
with the general on the other side of
him.
Henrietta made vain attempts to
take a hostess part in the converse
ton, and both Billy and the Water
AuSiOu uAlOS Cqul44J pOI4tS anu SOOu-
natured endeavors to include her, but
when two are young, and one is pretty
and the other handsome, third per
son assumes the proportions OF not a
crowd SO much as mob. The gen.
eral was enjoying himself sufficiently
with his dinner. He and Bartlett had
gone to the same school and he felt
as much right to neglect Bartlett as
though he had been a brother. Hen
rietta turned to Bartlett and they
chatted on the trivial affairs of the
day, while Henrietta wondered If she
did seem so very old to the Water.
melon and Bartlett matured a plan
that had come to him like an inspira.
ton as he watched the Watermelona
frank admiration for Billy.
GRO BE CONTINUEDl
Vilas County news. [volume] (Eagle River, Vilas County, Wis.) 1896-1927, 1914-03-18
Handy Window Pole.

Take an old broom-handle. Paint
1t to harmonic with your room and
insert at one end screw-hook Screw
into the upper sash Of each window
in the room a ring-screw for the hook
on the pole and your window pole is
ready for immediate use. This will
save you from having to run up and
down and through the house looking
for window pole. or climbing on
chairs to reach the sashes every time
you wish to raise or lower a window.
Vilas County news. [volume] (Eagle River, Vilas County, Wis.) 1896-1927, 1914-03-18
SYNOPSIS.

T1ae Watermelon and James. two
Exauzps, banter1ng each other regarding
their personal appearance, decide to
e3ean up. acquire rev clothes and let
their companion, Mike, be the Judge
as to which is the better looking. Water
E11e{ou goes to a barber shop, wins the
fsouteuts OF the cash register from the
barber by a clever trick and gets
shave. He discovers q young
nan bathing in a lake and steals his
clothes. While sitting in an automobile
ne discovered standing empty by the
roadside, General Crossman and his
daughter, Henrietta, drive up in a car.
Assuming that his car is disabled. the
general proffers assistance. Watermelon
sianl Hargrave Bachelor. The general
recognizes the name as that OF young
IMAM who broke the cotton corner in Wall
street a few days before.