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Norwich bulletin., 1914-12-04
THE WAR PRIMER By National Geographic Society

The following are pen pictures of Petrograd, the history of whose laying out is not dissimilar to that of the planning of Washington; and Calais, the center of the lace making indus try of France. The one is the direct ing center of the Russian armies and the other the objective of the German armies in the West.
 "Petroarad, he city made to the order of Peter the Great to serve as Russia's political capital, is the ad- ministrative center of the mightieSt of the worlds land empires. It is now, probably at higher tension than any other city on earth, performing. as ever, the work necessary to the ad- ministration of church and state over vast distances, from the Gulf of Fin land to the Black Sea and the far Pa cific, and, besides. taking care of a great war business. which includes planning for the defense of more than 1 30.000 miles of frontier. This S0,000 miles of frontier, of course, does not l take into account the vaguely known northern boundary Of the Empire.
 Petrograd has always been a high tension city. It was constructed upon l islands and swamp at the behest of a thigh-tension ruler: built with wide, straight streets upon a perfectly, flat country, with no softening natural l beauty except that of its dividing
 
 pared to the English Thames Even the architecture of the city is repres- sive, almost wholly of steFnly chaste classic Roman and Greek. And in this city, the primary business has been that of caring for 8 vast empire. em- 1 bracing in it's far reaching sweep many peoples. numerous religions di- verse traditions, a confusion of 1 tongues. and widely varying ideals The responsibilities or government have held the city's life as tense as when its founder with 10000 workmen, drained 1 the Neya swamps and builded over night his capital hard upon the lands of the Films
 "The bureaucracy which governs Russia in the names of the Cars, or dering everything in the peoples lives even in the fartherest governments does all of its thinking in Petrograd From this city, also, the Russian IChurch is administered. Moscow. ths ancient capital is more important | economically than Petrograd. More. over, Moscow has, at least, eGua claims as an artistic and intellectua center. And furthermore. Moscow i. the center of Russian life and tradi. ton. But, as the symbol of the nighI of Russia, as the city where the em. lpire's destiny is thought out and di.
Norwich bulletin., 1914-12-04

 not reconciled to the defeat in the previous conflict and was therefore easily led into the present trouble but without support his individuality could not hold out forever and 1t is well that he has been overthrown thus early.
 South Africa in the present crisis has indicated it's general conteutment. It was possible. if the desire existed for that colony to not only cause Great Britain an endless amount of trou- ihle but to have undoubtedly set up an independent government. Failing to do so as colony gives reason for the belief that since the Boer war Great Britain has instituted such reforms and extended such self control as to create the feeling that it is best to let well enough alone. DeWet's. capture should put an effective damper on the Boer trouble.
Norwich bulletin., 1914-12-04

in a nutshell Mir. Warnan treats these subjects ably respectfully and fairly He gives two reasons for us- ing these papers-F'irst the demand for them from thousands of his pupils throughout the country; second that the general public may have the re- suit of 35 years of thorough, honest, unbiased Investigation His purpose is to eliminate superstition by making
 his readers acquainted with them
 selves and their inherent powers.
 Dr. Thomson Fay Hudson, one. ot the ablest writers on the Law of Psychic Phenomena" says Mir. War man is the peer of any man in his field, and that his suggestion to mothers i sinvaluable.
 With reference to the power of suggestion he says: Not only are we
 governed in a lesser or greater degree by the suggestions of others, but in
 marked degree by our auto o-sugges- tions. It behooves us then to under
 stand the law"
 These books faithfully studied will give the pupil broader outlook and a f1rmer hold upon life because of the improved self-consciousness of forces within which tell for veal or for
 woe every moment of life.
Norwich bulletin., 1914-12-04
uNWFsE COMPETITION

When it is declared that there is a large amount of goods in South Am- erican ports awaiting shipment to this country it is only what might be ex- pected under the existing circumstan- ces. The accompanying statement that many vessels of neutral nations have been leased for the purpose of carry ing on this trade between the two continents in this hemisphere indicates not only that there are plenty of ships available but that steps have been actually taken to improve the serV- ice. Private capital is responding to the requirements and in securing the commercial vessels of neutral nations it is obtaining the additional advan- tages which go with vessels under for eign registry.
 Tn view of this and the fact thai it must be similar vessels which this country would acquire under the AL exander ship purchase bill which the Administration is urging at an uncer- 9ain but probably large expenditure tho folly and danger of dabbling ir any such government ownership oi steamships which would be placed ir competition with private capital arc disclosed. The government must op. crate it's ships under the same rules and regulations as other vessels oi American registry. Even American owners have found 1t to their fadvan. tage to register their vessels under foreign flags for good business req. ons. and the revised regulations have not accomplished the change that wal expected. Thus it must appear thai the effort to operate government own. ed vessels fin competition with tht cheaper manner in which private capi. tai can do it is not encouraging. Elf fort better be directed towards i'm, provement of shipping regulations.
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pEWETs CAPTURE

One of the strongest supports which was given to the revolt of the Boers in South Africa last month was the action of General De Wet in taking the leadership. He is the veteran leader of the great fight which those people gave Great Britain few years ago. Outside of his connection with the outbreak. there was little which gave alarm in view of the general sat isfactory conditions which were re- ported from the large centere.
 Thus it would appear that the chief prop has been knocked out from under that rebellion. unquestionahly stinu- lated at the outset by German 1nfiu- ence by the capture Of this clever general. And such it is to be hoped is fact for the welfare of that col- y-E General DeWet was annarentlz
Norwich bulletin., 1914-12-04
COUNTY IMPROVEMENT LEAGUE

The annual meeting of the New London County Improvement league to be held here Saturday should re- ceive not only the attention but the attendance of every farmer in south eastern Connecticut. That it will not is probable because there are some who cannot it it into their program for various reasons, but the farmer who is looking carefully after his busi- ness and all chances for betterment will not permit the opportunity which is afforded him to pass unheeded.
 The organization is just what it's name indicates. It is solely for the purpose of making the country 8 great producer, arousing it to it's shortcomings and pointing out the way to overcome them. It is engaged in the commendable effort of helping the people to realize their possibilities and to take advantage of them. It has passed through a year of activity with encouraging results and one of even greater effort is promised. Being de- voted to the betterment of conditions fin the twenty-one towns ofStnis coun- ty it should receive the enthusiastic support which it deserves. Thereby can it increase it's accomplishments and every advancement of that kind is so much profit to the people served.
 Go in any direction and there can be found plenty of evidence of the neglect which has prevailed year after year. The cry for help has been overlooked and put aside too long but under the active influence of this league and its energetic director a powerful agricultural pulmotor is al work. The people of the county should get every benefit from it that is pos sibIe, Its endeavor is broad and gen. erous. It's aim is to help those who are anxious to help themselves.
Norwich bulletin., 1914-12-04
Woman and War

Free Lecture by Mrs. Char Iotte Perkins Gilman, noted writer and lecturer, at the Town Hall, Friday evening, December 4th at 8 o'clock, under the auspices of the Norwich Equal Franchise League.
Norwich bulletin., 1914-12-04

Even though concrete bases said to have been built on a St. Lawrence river island by a German have been destroyed, there is no connection be- tween such action and the declaration that the Monroe doctrine would not
 prevent Germany from attacking Can ada
Norwich bulletin., 1914-12-04

The collection of the war tax is be- ing accompanied by as great a lack of preparation by the federal authori- ties as was the income tax, to say nothing of the confusion existing in the minds of the taxpayers.
Norwich bulletin., 1914-12-04

As result of the fall freshman work in track, cross country and football, 31 men have won numerals. Of these, IS were awarded to academic men, and the other Is to the members of the Shelf. freshman class. Academic has one more numeral man in both track and cross country than Shelf
 but one more football numeral whs awarded to Shelf. than to Academic. Eleven of the 31 men prepared at Hill and seven at Exeter. Nineteen num-
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December apparently knows what to do to maintain the rd-iike-to-see-a- good-ball- -game-t today feeling among the fans.
Norwich bulletin., 1914-12-04

When Villa. declares that he knows he Is unfit to be president Of Mexico it is an admission which few men would be willing ct make.
Norwich bulletin., 1914-12-04

While England is disposed to abolish football because many prefer it to war, it might be great stroke for peace to abolish war in deference to foot ball.
Norwich bulletin., 1914-12-04

While it is being figured out who started the war, an effort might be made to determine who hit Billy Pat terson.
Norwich bulletin., 1914-12-04

The man on the corner says. When a. man comes to know how little he knows he is making progress towards acquiring knowledge.
Norwich bulletin., 1914-12-04

Mexico is as uncertain as tickle thermometer. Today it may portend peace and tomorrow be engaged in preparations for the hottest kind of a revolution.
Norwich bulletin., 1914-12-04

Pictures of the prince of Wales may represent him leaving for the front but he looks better prepared for a hare and hound chase.
Norwich bulletin., 1914-12-04

When Ohio assesses John D. Rocke- feller for about third of billion, he doesn't contribute to the public till solely as a rent payer.
Norwich bulletin., 1914-12-04

Such relief to the coal hin as the weather man has been giving for the past few days could be appreciated if 1t wasn't his intentions to make up for it later on.
Norwich bulletin., 1914-12-04

When the crown prince of Germany declares it to be a cruel and useless war 8 good many will agree with him. but it has taken a long time for him to find 1t out.
Norwich bulletin., 1914-12-04

Last summers military camps for college men were notably successful. The increasing interest which is being shown in the camps is encouraging to the authorities who have the move ment in charge and this very import ant organization now seems to be firm ly- established in the United States. men last Year. The largest camp was at Burlington. Vermont, and consisted of about $50 men. All Yale men who attended a military camp last sum- mer were at Burlington. The Yale delegation had 37 members and was the largest of any of the college dele gations. Last year at Gettysburg single delegation there. The work dur ing the summer was well planned and although the Shortness of time pre- vented a thorough stDd-- >s any, one subject, very little was left untouch- ed. The result was that the men ob- tained good general idea of tactics and military matters. The plan, in general was to study the theoretical side one day and to put it into prac- these military camps for the instruc- tfon of college men was established by the secretary of war in 1913, since which time the summer camps have been growing more popular. The Ad- visory committee which has genera oversight of the camps is more thar pleased with the way in which the The committee at present includes President Hadley of Yale, President Lowell of Harvard, President HibbeI of Princeton together with the presi dents of six other large universitie: of the United States.
Norwich bulletin., 1914-12-04

Dr. Wiley says that better teeth are needed. In that he will find himself in accord with g. large number of peo- pie.
Norwich bulletin., 1914-12-04
EDITORIAL NOTES.

Any stamping of feet or wild ges- ticulations can be attributed to the war tax rather than the cold weather
Norwich bulletin., 1914-12-04

Yokohama's export trade for six months ending June 30 amounted to 70.452, 537.
Norwich bulletin., 1914-12-04
NEW>BooKs

Psychic Science Made Plain, by Ed . ward B. Warman, A. M- 12 mo-
 bound in blue cloth, Pages 2S4
 Price $1.25. Elizabeth Towne
 Publishing Co, Holyoke, Mass.
 This is the second volume of the Psychic Science Series and contains clear exposition of the force of sug- gestion, spiritism, the nature and character of clairvoyaRce and cliar- audience. and the Hindu Philosophy
Norwich bulletin., 1914-12-04

and divided among those who have la, bored under its dome. What, a splendid parlor ornament the figure of Genius would be. for characterization Post.
 Great "team work we have in this administration cabinetl While Dan iels is plugging the navy flute, Bryan is out west heckling the rum demon. Happily the secretary of war sticks to Christian Soldiers has been cut out of the navy hymn books. Neutrality, what crimes are committed in thy name!-New London Telegraph.
 Let us save every penny for charity this winter, mindful that pounds are made of pennies. with gratifying cer- tainty and speed. And let us dis miss from our minds all fears as to the use to which our offerings will be put. The best and the most possible service will be extracted from every cent that goes to the Red Cross Headquanters.-New Haven Journal Courier.
 There is good reason for looking forward to a time when every fac tory will be dustless and almost noiseless place of work. Considering this promise and modern methods of eliminating smoke, with the promise of rubber pavements and wheels to prevent street noises, we have the prospect of a city of comfort such as our grandfathers would never have dreamed possible.-Bridgepo Stand ard. Leaders of the Progressive party in- sist that the organization is not vel dead. It may not be among the lead CTS here nor in certain sections of the West. But among the rank and file of voters in the eastern part of the country the most expert diagnosis by political physicians is that it is not only dead, but buried. Leaders with out followers may make much noise but they cannot exert any influence upon the political situation.-Ansonis l Sentinel
Norwich bulletin., 1914-12-04

New Haven, Dec. 31.-The plans are now practically complete for the con- struction of the Anthony N. Brady Memorial Laboratory, for the Yale Medical school. This will be erected in the coming spring together with an administration building near the New Haven hospital on land owned by the hospital. The plans accepted are the work of Architect L. w. Robinson of New Haven and call for a three story building with high basement. The building will be used for doing the. routine pathological work of the hos pital including examinations and in vestigations. The work done here will consist of research in pathology and clinical pathology in medicine and sur gerry. The need of such a building was long felt by the Medical school as well as the New Haven hospital be- fore they became allied. The comple- ton of the laboratory will necessitate the enlargement of the present medi- cal staff and at least three or fou; paid men will take charge. These will be nominated members of the hospital staff by the Yale corporation and will be voted upon by the direc- tors of the New Haven hospital. The men so elected will rank as professors, or instructors on the Yale faculty. The erection of this laboratory was made possible through gift of $625,0O0 last April to the Yale Medical school by the members of the family of the late Anthony H. Brady, in order to en- able the university to declare opera tive the agreement for an alliance be- tween the New Haven hospital and the Yale Medical school. Of this sum s125, 900 was paid to the university last June for the erection and equipment of the laboratory. From the founda- ton of $500,000 income at the rate of S25,000 a year is to be paid the Medi- cal school, for the purposes covered in the agreement with the hospital, for a period of ten years. On Or be- fore the expiration of this term the foundation of $500,0o0 is definitely to be transferred to the Medical school provided the latter shall have received other bequests aggregating at least g, 100000 for endowment and build ing funds.
Norwich bulletin., 1914-12-04

The more we hear about the habits of some former officials of this state the mere we are moved to wonder that long before this the state capitol hasn't been removed stone by stone
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and divided among those who have la bored under it's dome. What, a splendid
 parlor ornament the figure of Genius
 would be, for instance.-Hartford
Norwich bulletin., 1914-12-04
OTHER VIEW POINTS

The estimate of appropriations needed to carry our picayune little army through next year total 2107,- I24,612, which is only a beggarly S3.o00. 900 increase over the previous year Suppose we had real army, what would it cost us? By that es- timate measure what militarism has cost civilized nations, this quite apart from war.-Waterbury American.
 That our foreign affairs are so shrouded in undemocratic secrecy is due, first, to the fact that Demo- cratic President and an ultra-Demo- cratic Secretary of State have seen fit to suppress the truth; and second, to the fact that the Democratic Congress has, not called on the President to pro- duce the records which. as in the case of Mexico. should long ago have been published.-%Providenc Bulletin.
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 cipla industry.
 Stry--A GaIician town, well forti- fled. 40 miles south of Lemberg, on the rounding country is mountainous and woody, and agricultuore Is much neg lected, apples and flax being the chief products from thIs source The town produces Humber, leather, matches and salt. The place has taken on renewed which time its population, which is now about 25.0e0, has more than dou- bled.
 Skote-An Austrian town, 21 miles southwest of Stry and 5s miles south of Lemberg, on the Opor River, in a valley at the foot of the Carpathiar Mountains. The town is an important berg to Munkacs. It has important glass-works and a nail factory. lror and tin are mined extensively in the vicinity. Skole has a population oi 2,5oo.
 Starasol-A GaIieian town, in q plain 12 miles west of southwest oi Sambor. Although the population Wal $500 in 1850. the town now has hut about 1,50O inhabIIants. The .princt- pal activities of the place are in con nection with the oil. salt and magnesis industries of the neighborhood. Lcwastcft--A shiphuiIding and fish. ] ing town of England. on the cas- coast, 110 miles northeast of LondoT and eight miles south of Yarmouth The town is a fashionable bathing re sort, with its oldest part situated or ernmost point of England Cromwell captured the place in 1643 and thu English defeated the Dutch fleet of the coast here. in 1865. The popula' ton is about S2.800.
 Laurence Marques-Fhe capital O Portuguese East Africa and one of itl chief seaports on the north side O
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1914-04-08

Miss May PoWelK returned Sunday
from a visit in Dubuquet 4; II al
Mrs. Chas. PulYer returned from
Parkview hospital last week; where
she submittedA to an opera ton res
Gently. She is much improved in
haa lfh Is sEE:t Y W. 70. -s.-E.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1914-04-08
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COLES URG G.

4 The city election passed off very
| quietly and uneventfully. The follow
Ing. officers Were elected for the en-
suing term Of two years: Mayor, j
w. latte; assessor, John Strader;
councilmen, L. "a. Kocher, w. H. SEp-
pens,3 Claude Coon, Peter Bristol and
CIV Strader. l F}f... &, ~ 4.:s
"A son and heir was born to Mr.. AM
Mrs. Henry iWernke Saturday. April
4th. Congratulate tons are in order, .2 s$;;s
The condition OF w. H. Hammond
Is most serious at this time, being
such as to cause the graVest appre-
hension as to the outcome. He had
been i'll most OF the winter but had
recovered somewhat and was able
to be out on fine days The first Of,
the week, however, he was taken sud.
denly and violently worse and has
since been in a most critical condi-
ton. III 4 q 4 57 Z
LA. Kocher was off duty the:
first OF the week on account OF i'll
ness. ". s5$ sss @ # 4 "
y. B. Brown made: a business trip
to Greeley w ednesday$
ia Mrs. T. A. Foote will be hostess
to the Clionian club at the next meet
ing, April 18th. %FS & Il
Nv Mrs, Ed Corell and baby, Beatrice,
We're with her parents, Mr. and Mrs.
John Brown, for several days recent
": returning home to Greeley We'd
nesday. " ~.
3 Mrs. Della Wiltsie and "a daughter,
Thelma. left Tuesday for their, home
at Ryegate, Montana, concluding a
pleasant visit here, Mr.. and Mrs. R.
G. Currie also returned to- Ryegate
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1914-04-08

banA has found It necessary to take
a Svacation from his work. Mr.. Foley
at the present time is mot feeling his
very best, hence his reason for laying
OF. B. " z i.S
HARLEM Merriam spent Sunday with
/ h friend. Walter Barry, near Ma
sonville. 81 h. I; 3. NJ cs. 4,
" John. Elmeel Of Farley spent
Saturday in Ryan. y. 4 s.
Rose Nc Cusker was in Cedar Rap
ids on robustness Tuesday.
MT. and Mrs.M cCloud spent Sunday
N. the country, guests Of their son,
Edgar. and family. &. d, ':5 E. (,
": H. Ward spent a day in Man
chester last week. 4 81 q
81 Mrs: w. B. Robinson and daughter,
Lucy, OF Silver Greek. boarded the