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Norwich bulletin., 1914-07-16
N. E. o. p. ANNIVERSARY.
B. A. Bailey Lodge Celebrates Seven.
 teenth Birthday.

About 125 persons gathered in c. A. R. hall Tuesday evening for the seventeenth anniversary observance of the organization of B. A Bailey lodge, N. E. O. P. Among this number was a party of about 27 from Jewett City, coming in a motor truck, and state officers of the organization pro- gram of literary and musical numbers was given. B. A. Bailey lodge Is one of the active fraternaI organizations of the borough and has a large mem bership.
Norwich bulletin., 1914-07-16
JEWETT CITY
Death of John Hermann, Whose Wife Was Miss Hannah Lucy, of Nor
 wieh-Edward Shannon Heavily


 James Hermann died after only a lew hours illness at an early hour Wednesday morning The cause of his death was urinic poisoning, caused by Bright's disease. He was about the streets in his usual health on Tuesday evening but was taken sud- denly ill during the night
 MT Hermann was the son of Norah ONeH and John Hermann and was born in Glasgo, Conn. May 29. 1873. The greater part of his life has been passed in Jewett City. where he was employed at the Aspinook Bleachery. He married Miss Han nah Lucy of Norwich, February IL 1907. He was a member of the Holy Name society of St Marys church He is survived by his wife. three sisters, Mrs. Kasper Hoppmann. of Jewett City. Mrs. Daniel Connolly and Miss Alice Hermann of Taftville, and two brothers, George of Stamford and John of Jewett City.
Norwich bulletin., 1914-07-16
HOUSE OF LORDS REJECTS
 PLURAL VOTING BILL
Nevertheless It Probably Will Become
 Operative Before Next Election.

London, July 15.-The house of lords today rejected by 11s votes to 49 the Plural Voting bill, which embodies the principle of one man one vote'' and provides that a man who has more than one residence must before an election select from which he de- sires to register.
 Earl Beauchamp on behalf of the government intimated that the defeat of the measure was purely academic as the government intended to see that it went into operation before the next general election.
 The bill already has passed twice through all its stages In the house o1 commons.
Norwich bulletin., 1914-07-16
PUTNAM


 RrIefs In sibIsy Case to De Filed To-
 day-savines Bank Meeting Men
 day Nsxt-stott Macdonald Going
 With Leesms4ivs sapsrheater Com
 pany.
 Judge W. F. Henry of Hartford was in Putnam on . business trip Wednes- day.
 Judge and Mrs. Harry J. Mann are entertaining Mrs Maun's sister from
 Bernard c. Mitchell of Newark, N. J. was visitor with Putnam friends Wednesday.
 VIII Attend storrs Outing.
 c. s. Andem and E. M. wheaton arr among those from this city who have planned to be at storrs today for the annual meeting of the Eastern Con- necticut Business Mems association. MT. and Mrs. James ColdweIl. mar ried in New Haven a few days ago are now at their newly furnished home on Fremont street. this city, C. ID. Sharpe, L. H. Fuller and Alvir Martin. as a committee of Israel Put nam lodge of Odd Fellows. have drafted memorial resolutions on the death of Jesse E. Wilcox, a member of the lodge.
 Half Holiday Today. Today (Thursday) will bring the second half-holiday for clerks in many of the stores of Putnam. Outings anC picnics have been planned by thu clerks.
 Special Attraction at Theatsr. The showing of the first episode O The Million Dollar Mystery pictures attracted an increased attendance tC the shows at the Bradley theater Wed nesday.
 Briefs to be Filed in sibIey Case. Briefs in the case of Mrs. Kate B Sibley widow of Sheriff Preston B Sibley vs- the State of Conreyticu Sibley vs the State of Connecticu commissioners today (Thursday) anC exchanged between the attorneys in terested. in accordance with an agree ment made at the hearing four weeks ago. -
 To Speak at Holland County Meetings From Holland county s,lffragists wht are interested in the Votes for WomeI campaign learn that much interest il being created by the meetings. It il announced that Attorney Eric H Johnson, Dr. E. NJ. Harris of Putnam Heights, Mrs. W. J. Bartlett and Mis- Rosamond Danielson are to make ad dresses at some of the meetings. pr. Irwin McCurdy. Bansford. Pa where he was pastor of the Presbyteri an church, was in Putnam Wednes day completing his arrangements fo | the ChautauQua meetings to be helC | here the first week in August.
Norwich bulletin., 1914-07-16
DAY LAeoRERs SCARCE.
Impossible to Get Sufficient Number
 to Build State Road.

The scarcity of day laborers in this section is one of the things that is delaying commencement of work upon the building of the stretch or state highway on the route to South Kill lingly. The foreman for the construc- tion company that is to do the work, the company owned by Congressman B. F. Mahan. has been making a can vass of Danielson and vicinity to se- cure the requisite number of men. but up to Wednesday his efforts had not been very successful. The company is ready to commence the preliminary work at once.
 Misses Mary and Cora Soner of Providence are being entertained by MT. and Mrs. Louis Shoales.
Norwich bulletin., 1914-07-16
WILLIMANTIc CAME eRouNDs
Picnic Party from Norwich at Trinity House Wednesday-Lunoh on the veranda.

A party from Norwich were on the grounds "Wednesday and held a picnic in the Norwich Trinity house on Church circle. A basket lunch was enjoyed On the wide veranda- Those in the party were: Mrs. John F. Seyin, Mrs. William A. Thompson, Mrs. R. H. De Prosse. Mrs. Eunice B. Edson, Mrs. Herbert R. Kind. Mrs. Mary A. c. Maine, Mrs. Francis A Bidwell all of Norwich, and Miss Cora Edson of Scranton. Pa.
 Personals.
 Rev. F. M. Anthony of Jewett City was visitor on the grounds yester- day
 Miss Grace Pimer of Attleboro, Mass, is visiting her aunt. Mrs W. w. Carter, on Haven avenue
Norwich bulletin., 1914-07-16
TANGO IS BASIS
 FOR AN INJUNCTION Against Caliope on Mississippi River Excursion Steamer.

Burlington, Ia, July 15.-When .l1e caliope on the excursion steamer play ed tango music the 200 girls employed at the Mississippi Pearl Button com pany refused to work.
 This is the basis for an injunction action filed today by Moir Bros. to re- strain caliope music on steamers dur ing working hours. The plaintiffs also seek damages in the sum of $500 for loss of the services of young women employees.
Norwich bulletin., 1914-07-16
Has Your Child worn.,

Most children do. Coated, Fur red Tongue; Strong Breath; Stomach Pains: Circles under Eyes; Pale. Sal- low Complexion; Nervous, FretfuI; Grinding of Teeth: Tossing in Sleep; Peculiar Dreams-any one of these tn- dicate Child has Worms Get a bc6 of Kickapoo Worm Killer at once. It kills the Werms-the cause of your child's condition. Is Laxative and aids Nature to expel the Worms. Sup piled in candy form. Ea--y for cftl- dren to take 25c. al your Drug sist
Norwich bulletin., 1914-07-16
Stephen Scarkask,
FUN E RAJ.
Mrs. Burton Austin,

Funeral services for Mrs. Helena Backward, wife of Burton Austin, were held Wednesday afternoon at 3 o'clocs in the Congregational church in this GIty and were largely attended. Rev William S. Beard oficiated. The body will be taken to Suff1eld today for burial. Funeral Director Jay M. Shep- ard is in charge.
Norwich bulletin., 1914-07-16
Swarm of eees cau.es commo.ion.

swarm of bees loose on Main street opposite the Hooker house We'd nesday morning created excitement
 Daniel J. Coffey of the five and ten cent store in that vicinity threw water on the swarm, and they were all col lected with considerable trouble under a netting and a tin pan in front of his store Later in the day they were taken home by Frank Nichols of HiEh street The bees tried all of the win dows in the vicinity and a considerable number invaded the rooms of Mrs. Hempstead in that neighborhood, causing some commotion among her roomers. A large crowd watched th :, operation of collecting the bees again.
Norwich bulletin., 1914-07-16
Y. M. c. A. Interests.

C.. B. Willis, secretary of the Mil waukee branch of the Y. M. c. A. for S2 years. was a recent visitor at the local branch. MT. Willis is visiting hls aunt, Mrs. C.. B. Pomeroy. of Sout n street.
 The tennis court conducted under the auspices of the local branch of the Y M. C. A. is receiving considerably, attention these days, and some very nVely sets were played this week be . tween Douglas Fryer of the Springfield Training school and Secretary Doo- little.
Norwich bulletin., 1914-07-16
Probably Fed the Lawyers.

A pale red heifer which was three years old in 1912 and which was worth ESQ at that time is the basis of a lawsuit in Dade county. This is the third time the case has been tried. and the costs have already amounted to more than s1,0oo, The poor lit le heifer was converted into sirloin long ago.-Kansas City Star
Norwich bulletin., 1914-07-16
Douglas Camp Meeting.

The first of this years meetings are to be held tomorrow (Friday) at t.-e Douglas camp meeting. where there is an organized association which has held the meetings for many years. Tke late George Morse of Putnam was fC- many years president of the associa- ton. one of its most ardent workers and greatest benefactors. giving liber- ly for the promotion of the religious work. As in former years. the meet ings are to extend over a period of ten days and many will be in attend ance from this section
Norwich bulletin., 1914-07-16
Willimantic, Danielson and Putnam

portation will be furnished by tue Wlliimantic association, and automo- piles will be in waiting at the Board Of Trade rooms at 10 o'clock this morn : Ing to carry the visitors to the college, Where q fine programme has been arranged for their entertainment. Un- der favorable weather conditions the outing promises to be one of the best ever enjoyed by the business men of tnls section of the state.
 Repairing of Chapman Street Ques-
 tioned.s
 some discussion has been created by the vote of the board of aldermen Mon oay night relative to the repairing of chapman street and the rebuilding of the retaining wall on the south side of the street, between Dunham and Ash streets. There seems to be a differ ence of opinion as to whether the street was ever formally accepted by the city. and whether the city should go ahead and repair the road, if it has not been accepted. In the opinion or one of the city officials the roads leading to the city should receive tile nrst attention, and side streets should De looked after later
Norwich bulletin., 1914-07-16

driving their machines without lights. without having the motor muffled and at reckless speeds. The law distinctly sets forth the requirements as to lights and is equally explicit as to mufsiiny
 thesengine. saying that no motorcycle shall be operated at any time with the nuffier Open
Norwich bulletin., 1914-07-16
Repairing of Chapman Street Ques-
 toned
Celebrated Birth of Sixth Child Too
 LuhilantiY.

Being a father for the sixth time was too much for Joseph Me1la Tues day night, and the resultant celebra- ton landed him in the police court Wednesday morning. In view of the circumstances of the case. Mella was placed on probation for three mont Is at the Wednesday morning session.
Norwich bulletin., 1914-07-16
Rockville Boy Scouts Reach Town.

The belongings of the Boy Scouts of Rockville, who have been camping ar New London, went through this city Wednesday on the return trip to Rockville. The tents and bedding which have been used on the tramp were in a covered wagon. in charge of a man and two boys. The wagon was decorated with signs and a banner.
Norwich bulletin., 1914-07-16
WILLIMANTIC
What ls coina On Tonight

what Is GoIh1 Oh Tohf9ht
 Court Windham, No. s7. F. of A.. 2s Center Street.
 -on-- sabre, No. s4s5, I. o. F. K. of Thread City Cyclers, Quarterly obweDetuck Lodge, No 1s. l. o. o. F.. S07 Main Street.
Norwich bulletin., 1914-07-16

were out of town Wednesday on busi- ness pertaining to the big open air car nivaI of the Moose. Mir. Johnson was in New Britain and Dr. Faatz was in Bridgeport
Norwich bulletin., 1914-07-16
Improvina Approaches to Town.

improving Approaches to Town.
 Lower Main street presents a diff ferent appearance from what it did short time ago. Men in the employ of the street department, under the su- pervision of Supt E. O. Sumner, have been treating the road with a layer of trap rock. and the riding is much bet ter in that section of the town. MT. Sumner is giving the attention whicl. they deserve to the approaches to the town, the places where good roads should be in evidence, if anywhere, and the change on Main street will De greatly appreciated by all who have opportunity to use that thoroughfare.
 Over 300 Going to Storrs.'
 Indications are that over eha w'li as tend the outing at Storrs today. Trans
Norwich bulletin., 1914-07-16
Dinner Party on eeth Birtbday,

Mrs. Philip Cheney gave a very pretty dinner party Tuesday evening at her home in honor of the est | birthday of Mrs. D. Cheney, the mother or Philip. Edward and Frank Cheney of this city.
Norwich bulletin., 1914-07-16
PATENTS

Protect your ideas Handsome se-pass
 Guide Book FreA HARRY E. BACK, Attorney at- La~s. WiEdham County Savings Bank Btda-
 panislsen. ceaa. sef1TuThS
Norwich bulletin., 1914-07-16
Runaway Horses Stopped.

A P Woodward and Oliver Clem- ents Joined in capturing two runaway horses on Main street. near the Brad ley building. during the noon nour Wednesday. Each animal was hitch ed to a light wagon and the pair swung around by the post once with the wheels of the vehicles locked. Mir. Woodward grabbed for one horse, Mir. Clements for the other and the run- away steeds were brought to a halt. The run the horses made was brief but exciting.
Norwich bulletin., 1914-07-16
HENRY c. LOWE RETURNS.
3rd Has Been With Worcester Rel atives.

Henry C. Lowe. who had been absent from his home in Woodstock since July 8. when he came to Putnam en route to Worcester for the purpose of transacting some business in that city, was in Putnam Wednesday. having returned to his home in Woodstock Tuesday night. Some concern was ex- pressed over Mir. Lowe's absence and inquiry for him was made throughout this section of country. but without success as to locating him. MT. Lowe has been visiting relatives in Worces- ter.
 Motorcyeiists Must Net Speed.
 On account of the abuses growing out of the manner in which some mo- torcyclists operate their machines the common council has publicly called att tention to sections of the motor vehicle laws of the state applying and has given warning that the laws are obe strictly enforced. There have been many complaints recently of cyclists
Norwich bulletin., 1914-07-16

and he made a quick journey to the in- jured boys home. The injuries were such that 1t was deemed advisable to take him to St. Joseph's hospital, where he is being treated for fractured skull
Norwich bulletin., 1914-07-16
BOYS SKULL FRACTURED. Horse Kicks Levi krasnik of chestnu'
 Hill,

!
 Levi the five year cid son of Mir, ana Mrs. J. Krasrik, of Chestnut Hill, Lebanon, received a fractured skull as the result of kick by a horse. The boy went to the barn and in some way not known was kicked by the horse. which was in the barn. His cries at tracted the attention of his parents, who at once telephoned to Dr. Wilcox.
Norwich bulletin., 1914-07-16
WINS SCHOLARSHIP.
Honors for Miss May 8. Bailey at
 Boston University.

Miss May S. Bailey has been award ed a scholarship at Boston university. where she is taking a course of study. The scholarship is for the first sem ester of the coming college year and a strong assurance of it's being con tinued through the remainder or the year of study. Miss Bailey is being congratulated on her success at the university
Norwich bulletin., 1914-07-16
OBITUARY,
John Bradley.

- John Bradley, S6, died at his homa in Palmer, Mass Tuesday afternoon at , o'clock. Bright's disease was the cause of death. The deceased is snr vived by his parents, MT. and Mrs Raymond Bradley, of Palmer. The fu- neral will be in Lowell, Mass. in charge of a local undertaken.
 Stephen Searkasky.
 Stephen, the eight months old son ot Mr. and Mrs. John Scarkasky. die Wednesday morning at the home of his parents, IS Stone Row. Pneumonia was the cause of death
Norwich bulletin., 1914-07-16
Israel Putnam Lodge installation.

The following officers of Israel Put nam lodge. I. O. O. F.. were installed Tuesday evening by District Deputy A E. Shoeles of Protection lodge, Central Village: Noble Grand. Walter Turner: vice grand. Luther Nj. Keith; warden, Arthur Loomis; conductor. William E. Maynard chaplain. c. D. Sharpe: R, s. N. O., Fred D. Card: L. S. \. G., Earl H. TuortelIotte, R. s. V. G., Elmer E Shippee, L. g. V. G., J. Arthur Perry; R. S. S., Fred G. Will Hams; I. G.. Frank Lamondy; O. s. G., Leonard Diamond; R. S., Alvin S Mar tin; financial secretary. l. H. Fuller; treasurer. Leon T. Wilson.
Norwich bulletin., 1914-07-16
Change of Meeting Nieht.

The regular monthly meeting of St. Mary's T. A. B. society was held in Sodality hall Tuesday evening with a good attendance. It was voted to hold meetings on the second Tuesday of each month instead of Monday The members are soon to install a new pool table.
 The new concrete walk in front of the Baltic hotel is completed and makes a fine addition to the appear ance of the hotel. which when com pleted will be an ornament to the town.
 Samuel Milner is having a new con- crete walk laid In front of his resi- dence on High street.
Norwich bulletin., 1914-07-16
SAVINGS eANk,s MEETING.
Depositors Vitaily Interested in What
 Transpires Monday Next.

Depositors of the Putnam Savings bank which has been closed since late in December last, are much interested in the annual meeting of corporators called for next Monday. It is at this meeting or as the result of it, that the depositors look for some definite information as to when the bank will resume business. for a resumption is very much desired in the interest of business and for the convenience of deDositors.
Norwich bulletin., 1914-07-16
BALTIC
T. A. B. Society to Meet on Tuesday
 Eveninss-Improved Walks.

The S. N. E. T. Go. Is installing new telephones in the pay stations throughout the town.
 Henry Lacy of South Coventry was the guest of local friends Wednesday.
 Miss Margaret Lacy of Providence has been the guest of relatives in Baltic.
 D. J. Hines attended the New Lon don Waterbury game at New London Tuesday
Norwich bulletin., 1914-07-16
DANIELsoN

B. A. Bailey Lodge Celebrates f7th Anniversary-sesrcfty of Day La borsrs--Wife of Frank DsFaoche Does Net Push Charge of Non-sup- port.
Norwich bulletin., 1914-07-16

Murray s Boston Store
 WILLlMANTIC. CONN. Store Open Thursday Afternoon Until P. M . SPECIALS FOR TODAY Today will be Special Bargain Day in this store Besides the low prices of July Sale every depart ment we have assembled limited number of good staple articles and marked them at cost, and in n stances below cost Remember this is for today only, and you wish share in these savings visit this store today Each special will be marked with green ticket
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 GLOVES, RIBBONS AND BELTS Wide Special for Six ta, 4s.s.s m and os Ribbon all ooos value Liss cspeoa Thurs 
 
 MEMS FURNISHINGS AND PARASOLS Mems Thurs Mems soc Neckwear all coors-s eca for Thursday 2se Mems Boston aer pad plain all coors value cseoa for All safs s 4Ss sas @ ss '' and up ' plain and KNIT UNDERWEAR AND HOSIERY % s, TSss.d yoke low neck and sleeves value Suits 15cspeca
 
 TOILET ARTICLES sosssss ss ,s eoeD" raeu Powder value sp's for Thurs % Violet rau Powder value sosp'o. for Hysstu. relss let three cakes Special for
 
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 NOTIONS Spool 5cspeoa kohee0 Dress value 'opsea for Thursday thres cards Suao psans o + Geh s regular two for SC for sc-speeiaI Thursday pair ss0Rs s te M a a % o n card value Enbrodered Collar and Cuff Sets value Special Thursday Stamped plos Tops value ssssess,.l Thu.d.y ,o soi Painted cenepce for Thurs day 5ec F - '
 KrTCHENWARE DEPARTMENT sust sespeo for Thurs f6e. - '~ ball for hursday 7ac No All Copper wash Boiler s21s No Universal Food Chopper Welcome Soap value esPeea - r 'N Three bune New Perfection Oil stS Fued Table Tubers Thursday 1sze each FLOOR COVERING AND BEDDING SECTION Silk Thursday
  Thursday 6ee yard. " - s6 inch Chna Mating s5Speeia Window Shades for Administer Thursday si1s
 
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Norwich bulletin., 1914-07-16

Rriefs In sibIsy Case to De Filed To- day-savines Bank Meeting Men- day Nsxt-stott Macdonald Going With Leeems4ivs supsrheater Com pany.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1914-01-09
EMPIRE THEATRE

with a strong, cast of actors the Famous Players Film Co. have pro- duced an exciting three part melo- drama sentft1ed s'Tlhe F orH Of Doom which wi n be shown at tTlis theatre today and tomorrow. This is the third of the Kate Kirby series. In the role of Kate Kirby is Laura Saw yer who continues the uniformly slIe- cessful work she has given in these stories of crime detection. House Peters is again in the chair of the paTa1ytic ex-detective and does com rnendable work. In this picture Mir. David WaI1 is a. dope hend who main tains outward responsibility so long as his drug is available but who when deprived of. it suffers toTtures that force him in the hope of obtaining g another supply, to reveal his guilt in sending to sea an unsafe vessel. It is a strong portrayal.
 Some Of the scenes are of the at tenapts to capture the sf1ipoWner's s secretary, whose dual life has been uncovered by Kate Kirby A pictures que scene is the pursuit by the tug of the ship underssfum sail. Mention should not be omitted of the interiors They are elaborate and in many cases Of marked depth. The entire picture is of unusual interest and master piece. This is but a feature Of the days program at this popular play house. With other new pictures and a high class orchestra concert the patrons are assured a most pleasant hours entertainnent.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1914-01-09
THE PLAZA

The most sensational acrobatic act that ever held the boards of a local playhouse is seen in the Picchianf Troupe at the Plaza theatre. There are six men in tlae act and their stunts are breath-takinE. One stunt in par ticular that filled the auditors with no little feeling of yvonderment, not to say uneasiness, was the diving by a member of the troupe from a tGu foot stand to a spring board who af- ter turning three complete somer- saults in the air, lands three high on the shoulders of two of his part ners .sss s
 Harkins, OsBrien and Cormaclz, cer- tainly made the crowd sit up and take notice. These three boys have the Iiveliest singing skft ever seen here and they fairly sscleaned up, at every appearance yesterday The comedy furnished by one of the members kept the laughs coming at a lively clip.
 Fried1aud & Clark offered a scream ingIy funny sketch that was greatly appreciat ted. Both are talented sing 7ersvand clever da.ncers, and their H1l= presentations were Enthusiastically re- cefved.
 Helen Bell, an attractive and hand somely gewned singing comedienne, scored heavily.
 Lorraine in an interesting and highly entertaining ventrolfuuiaI of- fering was well received. tsThe Pow CT of Light in two reels, s.Seeing Stars and Stripes, The Ravals, and His Awful Vengenances' were includ- Led in the photoplay program