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Norwich bulletin., 1915-09-18
ODD FELLOWS

The regular meeting of Shetucket lodge, No. 27. was aeld in Odd Fellows hall on Tuesday evening with the largest attendan e since early in the spring, every officer, with the excep- tion of one. being present. One appli- cation for membership was received and the first degree was conferred on three candidates in full form. The lodge has lately purchased an entire set of new regalia which has arrived. The new regalia will be used for the first time on the first meeting night in October. The lodge is preparing for an unusually busy fall season. The financial committee reported for the past quarter showing the lodge to be in a hourishing condition.
 Routine business matters occupied the attention of the members of Uncas lodge, No. Il, at their meeting in Odd Fellows hall on Monday evenin, The attendance was of good proportions
 Uncas lodge No. Il worked the inita- tory degree on two candidates at their meeting Monday evening in Odd Eel lows hall.
 Thursday evening the members of Canton Oneco No. 3. met at the haH for their regular business session. Only matters of routine were before the meeting.
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creased tax which would be payable unless such estate is, entitled to take advantage of the provisions of said Section 5, which interest should be recognized and an opportunity given for its protection on behalf of said town if the construction above stated is not concurred in and accepted by said town. I therefore suggest that whenever payment is offered in behalf of such an estate, before the same is accepted and receipted for, notice should be given to the treasurer of the town in which decedent resided that said payment has been offered and will be accepted and receipted for fin accordance with said Section s, nnless said town, within a reasonable time stated in said notice evidences its dissent by appropriate legal proceed ings for a judicial interpretation oi the statute in question and adtudica- ton of the claims of such town there under.
 Respectfully submitted,
 (Signed)
 GEORGE E. AMMAN, Attorney General.
Norwich bulletin., 1915-09-18
ROYAL ARcANuM.

The summary of membership and finances of the Royal Arcanum on Aug. S1, 1915, as shown by the Royal Arcanum Bulletin, is as follows:
 Membership-Last report. 245,670; applications since received, 343; rein statements since received, 26; total, 246,03e. Suspensions and permanent withdrawals. 1,047; deaths. 27O; ap- proximate membership, 244,722. Total number councils, 1908.
 w. & O. B. Fund-Ba1ance last re- port. $3S9, ,251.82; received during the month, $627, ,9N3.10; transferred from emergency fund. $75,0O0; total, $1,O92,- 154.92; death benefits paid, $581, ,617.90; balance on hand. $510, ,537.02. Total payments from organization to date S176, 123, ,323.O6.
 Emergency Fund-Amount per last report, $5,OS4, ,520.61; amount since added. 9$,0S5.S8; total, $5,093, ,606.49 transferred to W. & O. B. fund, $75,- 000; total Aug. 31. $5,O1S, ,606.49. Excess of mortuary resources over all known liabilities, $5,372, ,605.40; ap. l proximate amount standing agains certificates under section 430 (16), $5,. | SIG, ,95497.
 General Fund-Balance last report
 $95, ,22S.S9; received during the month $2,396.05; total, $97,624.94; paid dur
 ing the month. $15,856.25i balance ol hand, 1,76S.69.
Norwich bulletin., 1915-09-18
MOOSE.

Secretary F, B. Hazard of Norwich, Conn, lodge, No. $50, has received a full report of the doings at the annual convention of the supreme lodge of the world held recently in San Diego, Cal.
 Much important legislation was had without any radical change of policy. The resolutions, almost all of them, made changes in the details of exist ing laws which experience had shown to be desirable to increase their ef-
 The report of the supreme treasurer. Harry ". Mace. in brief was as fol- lows:
 At the end pf the fiscal year of 1914, which is April 30, we had on the fiscal year ending April 30, 1915, I have received $44S, ,967.11. The checks paid out have amounted to $476, ,654.4S. Some transfers we had to make the check coming too big for one bank, and had to 8 transfer to make and pay as shown by the report, leaving bal ance in the supreme treasurers hands of $15,924.45. I want to state, broth CTS, that am under a $10O,000 bond. The election of officers gave rise to neither friction nor contests. Supreme Dictator Garland explained: "Ot course. under your laws you under stand that you elect, and then auto maticaIly a change comes at the end
 of next year. The men you will elect for one year, but the election occurs only every two years
 Those elected were: Dictator, E. J Henniug; vice dictator, Lyman D Davis; prelate, John w. Ford; secre' tary, William Trickett Giles; treasurer
 Harry w. Mace; trustee, Charle: l Creighton; councilmen, Wallace Nc
 Gowan. John B. Price. James F. Grif'
 fin, John Wv Pierson.
Norwich bulletin., 1915-09-18
CORPORATIONS DELIoUENT
 IN FILING REPORTS.
Attorney General Hinman Has About
 600 On the List.

About 600 notices to corporations that have failed to file their reports up to last January with the secretary of state have been sent out this week by Attorney General George E. Hin man. Each corporation is liable to a fine of S100 for neglecting to file the report. The list of corporations which have left themselves liable for the penalty was furnished the attorney general by the secretary of state in &C., cordance with the requirements of the statue enacted in 1903. The attor- ney general is empowered to col lect the fine of S100 and the law makes it his duty to do so.
 In his circular Attorney General Hinman says:
 The secretary of the state has re- ported time a list of corporations which have failed to file the re- ports required by section 37 of chapter 194 of the public acts of 1903. ~' Your name appears in this list as having failed to file the re- quired annual report in the office oi the secretary of state. and cer- tified copy of the annual report ir the of1ce of the town clerk of the town in which your corporation is located, in January. 1915. within the time required by law. The penalty provided by statute for such failure is a forfeiture of $100 to the state and the statute provides that the attorney general shall collect al forfeitures due under this section.
 Tn compliance with said statute hereby request that you forward l to me the sum of $100 forfeiture incurred by you for failure to fil, said report. Within is a copy o section 37 above referred to-"
 The circular also contains a printed copy of the law passed in 1903 anC which is known as section 37. chapte 1e4, of the public acts of that session
Norwich bulletin., 1915-09-18
TAFTVILLE
Children of Mary Choir Entertained
 Personals and Notes of Interest.

The Children of Mary choir of the Sacred Heart church spent a very en- joyable evening at the home of Miss Bernadette Breault of Norwich avenue, Thursday evening. The party was a sort of a farewell reception to Miss Breault, who leaves Monday for a years absence.
 During the evening games of various sorts were played. followed by refresh ments, and vocal selections were rem dered by the following:
 The Misses G. and F. Faucher and Misses A. and S. Fregeau played duets: B. Chanerelle, D. Gaucher, r. Champagne and A. Malo were heard in pleasing solos. The choir sang Iii Sentinel" at the opening and Les Fruits du Soir," at the close.
 Those present were: Anna B. Ar chambault, Melvina Benoit, Bernadette Breult, Diana Brault, Andrea Brault, Francesca Caron, Yvonne Champagne, Aldea Chancerelle, Emelde Chanece- rele. Mariange Dugas, Alexandienne Dugas, Glorianna Faucher, Blanche F'rechette, Rose Frechette, Almore Fregeeu.. Solitude Fregeau. Dora Gaucher, Yvonne Gaucher, Rosalinna Gadbois, Emma larry. Anna Malo, Is- ala St. Germaine, Doras Troie. The party broke up with three cheers for their hostess.
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JUST LIKE THIS 50 YEARS AGO
September Had Hot Spell Then-Poice Force Made Its First Appearance Duty-Temporary Headquarters Near Breed Hall Steamer Launched and Built at ThamesviIle About to Sail-Treadway Hall Hired For
 
 Superior Court.

Horticultural society to secure a fine exhibit of such articles as would not be in good condition at the time of the annual exhibit. These efforts were highly successful Wednesday the mum Der of entries of fruits, flowers and vegetables being over 200.
 Wauregan Steamer Election.
 At a meeting of Wauregan Steam Fire Engine Company held Wednes- day, Gilbert l.. Hewitt was elected clerk. and George H. Woodwork wal elected treasurer and collector. A vote of thanks was rendered the Fourth of July committee and the company's share of the money voted to the Sol dier's Orphan Fund.
 Fact for Bache1ors-Fifty aplica- tions for divorces are before the Su- perior court now in session at New London.
 Spelling Reform Needed.
 Friday. Sept. Is. 1S65.-The signs or some of the street corners on the Wes Side spell the names of the streets a: follows: Asylum, Forrest, Sum met"
 Treadway's Hall, with two smalle rooms in the same building has beer hired by the county sheriff for ses sions of the superior court in thi city. The small rooms will be uset as lobby and jury rooms. The rent pal, | IS SlE per Oay.
 The First Baptist church festival fl Breed Hall last evening was one o the pleasantest of the season, show ing that the West Side, can turn ou pretty girls and good things to eat as well as any other part of the city Hottest for Many Years. Saturday, Sept. Is, 1S65.-For Sep | tember this is the hottest weathe known hereabouts for many years. Tn i thermometer daily runs well up in. tn sos, sometimes getting very close t | 90. People who have come home fror i the watering places wish they wer back. People who live at home subsis on watermelons and ice cream. l It will be necessary for the Commo Council at their October meeting t elect new chief and assistant engin ger of the fire department, P. St. M Andrews having. rendered his resigna ton of the former office and Charles S Peale throwing up the latter on ac count of going into the police force.
 Capt. Smiths company were out O street drill last evening with a drur corps. They turned out fifty musket and marched well, though of cours | they will appear better when they ge their new uniforms
Norwich bulletin., 1915-09-18
THE CHINESE ruReAN
One of the Hat Novelties of the Season -smoeked Bands on SaiIors-Hand- some Offerings at the Openings

The hot weather has lessened the attendance at the millinery openings this week. but 1t has given those shop pers who went to inspect the hand some hats the advantage of oppor- tunity to see them without the usual rush and hurry.
 One attractive pattern hat to which attention was called yesterday was a draped turban in purple velvet, It's trimming a beaded buckle and ear of self velvet.
 A royal blue shirred velvet turban had a ruche of ribbon around the top of the crown. There was a high ruffie of velvet at the back. and for orna- ment silver daggers-
 Gold lace was developed In aDevon- shire sailor, which had a maline brfm edged with mink It's finish was a black velvet band and tailored bow, with realistic bunch of Bordeaux
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velvet grapes at the front.

Exceedingly effective was the band of srnocl1ed cloth of gold on a black velvet sailor. which was further trim med with appIiqued black birds and a velvet and gold dahlia in most natural shades.
 One of the seasons novelties was shown in a soft black velvet hat trim med in green grapes and green roses. A smart touch was given by an olive velvet bow of an endless number of loops
 Another oddity which claimed atten- ton was the new Chinese turban- Its crown was of shirred black velvet, and the underbrtm of Alice blue, the finish being the new mother-o-pearl flowers
 There is c revival of bottle green as c favored tint Of velvet, and this was the shade of one of the new high crown models. which had black siIl' ribbon bands and steel buckles. There was spanish coque at the back Today. no matter what the weather there will be lively buying of new headwear. against time of social need
 These are the best days to select
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FoRESTERS.

The attendance was not as large as expected at the meeting of Court Sa- chem, No. 94, in Foresters' hall, on Thursday evening. but the gathering was an enthusiastic one. The princi- pal matter on hand was discussion of plans for the observance of the 10th anniversary of the court. It was de- cided to leave the matter in the hands of the following committee, who will report at the next meeting: Joseph R. Portelance, chairman, George B. Fox, Joseph c. Keegan, Joseph Bellefieur and Frank T. Sylvia.
 Court City of Norwich, No. 63, held their regular business session in For esters' hall on Friday evening with a good sized attendance. Only routine matters came up for discussion.
Norwich bulletin., 1915-09-18
MISS DRAKE SURPRISED.
Given Party on Her 14th Birthday
 Anniversary.

Miss Nellie Drake was pleasantly surprised at her home at T Division street in honor of her 14th birthday. There was a birthday cake with IA candies. Games and Victrola selec- tions were played and refreshments served, and the party broke up at a late hour, wishing Miss Drake many more happy birthdays. There were some very pretty presents received
 Those present were Nellie Drake Pauline Weinert, Edith Budzeck, Mary tournier. Elizabeth Boynton, Mildred Parker, Bruno Budzeck, Francis Four nier, Alphonse Fournier, Raymond Boynton, Robert Ludlow, Robert Mai
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SCR0FULA AND ALL
 HuM0Rs : GIVE ssWAYg

Theresa are many fhings learned
 from experience and observation
 thatsthe7older generationtshuuld im-'' press upon the younger. Among
 them aissthe tfact that, scrofnla and, other shumorss are most successfully treated with Hoods Sarsaparilla. This great medicine is peculiar combination of remarkably effective blood-purifying and health-giving rootss barksAand iherbs, and has been, kesfed fdrtE ears. Getsittoday.x
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Norwich bulletin., 1915-09-18
MASoNs-

Daniel Hollinger, believed to be the oldest Free Mason in the United States. celebrated his hundredth birthday, Wednesday, at the home o1 his daughter, Mrs Henry B. Fiske, in winthrop Mass.
 MT. Hollinger was honored in April as the oldest Mason in the United States, when a medal was given by Massachusetts Masons at a meeting oi the Winthrop lodge. Grand Master Melville M- Johnson made the presen- tation.
 Mr. Hollinger was born in Ger. many, September 15, 1915. He wa. made a Mason in Brookfield, Ind, iI 1888. few years after coming to thi. country. He was a papermaker anC was active in the introduction of col. ored papers in this country.
Norwich bulletin., 1915-09-18

GRAND ARMY.
 President Wilson has accepted the invitation of the Grand Army of the Republic to lay the corner stone of the new amphitheatre in Arlington Ceme- tery across the Potomac river from Washington during encampment week The ceremony will take place on Thursday. September 90. the day fol- lowing the Grand Review of the vet erans. The members of the Encamp- ment. by which is meant the business organization of the Grand Army, will attend the corner stone laying in a body and assist the President in the exercises.
 One of the features in connection with the Grand Army Encampment in which the Woman's Relief Corps and the Ladies of the G. A. R. as well as their allied organizations will have the leading part, will be the planting of two trees, one on each side of the boulevard leading to the Lincoln Me- morial in Potomac Park. In the plant ing of the trees the first epadeful of 1 earth will be turned by David J. Pal mer the commander-in-chief of the Grand Army, while Mrs. Sarah B. Full | ton. the President of the Woman's Re- lief Corps will perform a similar ser vice in the planting of the second tree.
 In view of the fact that many ot the veterans who will desire to partic- 1 ipate in the Grand Review are crip- pied and infirm. 1t has been decided tC allow those who are physically unable to walk to occupy automobiles anC other vehicles in the line of march. Of the twenty survivors of tn, Union Light Brigade of Ohio whicl acted as President Lincoln's mounted escort from December 1863, until hi! assassination. ten have signified theil intention of attending the forthcoming reunion and an @frorfs iR being made f, bring here as many more as are abl, to come. The only surviving commis stoned officer of the brigade IS c. c Ashburn. now president of the board O school commissioners of Cleveland Ohio. who expects to be there.
Norwich bulletin., 1915-09-18
First Game For Bulletin cup.

The initial game of the football sea- son will be played at Plainfield when the local team and the Plainfields clash in the first game of the series for the Bulletin cup. Both teams this year are of unusual strength and will make a strong bid for possession of the cup which, now is in the hands of the Plainfield team having been won last season by one game from Taft vile. Little will referee at Plainfield, today, and Currier will referee next week
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DAUGHTERS. OF AMERICAN REV. OLUTION

A luncheon was served in honor of Mrs. JohnlL. Buel, state regent of the Daughters, of the American Revolution at the Litchfield Lawn club this week. The guestsN included state officers and members ofSthe D. A. R. from all over the state.
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kNIcHrs oF coLuMRUs.

deputy in Connecticut of the Knights of Columbus. has recently returned from a 13,0o0-mile trip of rare beauty and pleasure, during which he attend ed the national convention of the K. of CSin Seattle, Wash, and also journey
 ed&to Alaska and Mexico. He left Con-
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DEGREE OF PocAHoNrAs.

Sebequonash council met in Forest CTS hall on Monday evening for their regular business. session. Only a part of the business intended was transact ed. They expect to gain a number of new members in the near future and will soon begin to take up their fall activities. The grand sun council will meet in New Britain on the second Wednesday in October.
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Blessed by Father Paqu.ss..

At St. Louis French church on Chapel street, New Haven. was recent ,ly the scene of a golden wedding when the marriage of MT. and Mrs. Theo- phile Brunneau, which was solomnized fifty years ago, was blessed by the pastor the Rev. Charles Paquette formerly of Taftville. and who was a guest of relatives here this summer.
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HustIers vs. Joe Robert's.

The Hustlers and Joe Roberts Has Beens clash today on the Providence Street grounds for a side bet. There is considerable rivalry between the two teams an a good game Is antici- pated.
 The baseball series between the Ti- gers and Red Sox has taken hold here fin good shape and many bets are be- ing madc.
Norwich bulletin., 1915-09-18
OWLS.

Joseph Wooley, president of Nor wich Nest, No. 1896, occupied the chair at the meeting of the nest in Owls hall on Tuesday evening. Commit tee reports were heard and other rou- tine business transacted. There was a good sized attendance at Nle meet ing.
Norwich bulletin., 1915-09-18
Old Store opened

The quaint old store situated on part of the ground leased for 999 years to the First Congregational Ec- clesiasticaI society, is again opened after an interim of a year or two.
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 ORIGINAL M MaIted Milk

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Norwich bulletin., 1915-09-18

Rev. D. S. Worcester and choir of Broadway Congregational church will be at the Sheltering Arms for the Sunday afternoon service.
Norwich bulletin., 1915-09-18

Apples are dropping from the trees Tn some cases no apples are left on tree. No cause for this is known
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KNIGHTS OF PYrHIAs.

At their meeting in Pythian hall Tuesday evening the members of Wau- regan lodge No. 6. transacted only rou- tine business. The attendance was not as large as usual owing to the hot weather
Norwich bulletin., 1915-09-18

Mrs. Richard Carter and little son, John, are visiting Mrs. Susie Lilli- bridge of the Scotland road.
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A party from here going Thursday to Ocean beach were unable to get bath houses every house being taken. The crowd was caused by shops being closed because of the heat, giving many a chance to enjoy shore outing
Norwich bulletin., 1915-09-18

Miss Sara Jackson has returned to W1lllmanttc after visiting friends in Norwich Town and New London.
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from the first of the seasons offerings. No better guide as to where stylish millinery. priced right. can be found IS available than readers of The Buf- letin have at hand today, when adver
 tisers give helpful hints gconcernIn hats. flowers. ornaments. rich mate rials. etc.
Norwich bulletin., 1915-09-18
Service at Scotland Road

The service Sunday afternoon at scotland Road hall will be in charge Of the Christian Endeavor society.
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In New Hnne.

Assessor and Mrs. M. J. Curran of Greeneville have bought the place at ll4 Lafayette street and moved there this week.
Norwich bulletin., 1915-09-18

Paul Latham of the Reservoir road left Wednesday for Amherst to resume his stoudies at the State Agricultural college.
Norwich bulletin., 1915-09-18
Unclaimed Letters.

At the local post office there is an unclaimed letter addressed to Milvina Lacroix.
Norwich bulletin., 1915-09-18
First Gantian,

The first gentian broughH@arie. this year was found Thursdaxspu4hezRl hiii road.
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School Enumerators at Work.

Tyler D. Guy and Cornelius J. Downes. who are making the town enumeration of school children, were at work in the Falls on Friday. They have been at work since a week ago Monday.
Norwich bulletin., 1915-09-18
Personals,

H. Troeger spent Friday at Ocean
 beach.
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Prescription Department

This department will be in charge of the prOprie- tors only and all prescriptions and formulas will receive our personal attention. The drugs and chemicals will be the best and purest money can buy, and furthermore we will employ checking system which will insure you against mistakes.
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Outbreaks Of typhus fever are re- ported from Bulgaria l.
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NORWICH TOWN

Quaint Store Opened-Assessor and Mrs. M. j. Curran Move to New Home. .i
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John J. Adams was a business caller here Friday.
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ECHOES FROM THE LODGE ROOM
Shetucet Lodge Had Unusually Large MeetnsState Of- 6cers of RebeLahs Visit Groton Lodge-President Wilson Will Lay Cornerstone During G. A. Encamp- ment at Washington.
GRAND ARMY.

Inecticut Saturday, July A, and was
 absent about six weeks.
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STATIONERY
Elastic Hosiery

Made-to-measure Hosiery an d Supporters are the only satis- factory kind to wear. Come in and get a measuring blank and In 72 hours We will have your order in Norwich. Guaranteed as to fit and quality.
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Ring & Sisk will open spIehdidE equipped, modern drug store in the location on Franklin Square formerly occupied by Somers Market, Saturday, September 18th, and will offer to the people of Norwich an unsurpassed Drug Store Service.
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iese are the best days to select
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We have received a communication signed a Number of Norwich Citizens. scolding about the fact that the lamps on the toll bridge are not lighted and urged that a sidewalk be laid in con- nection with the bridge. The present condition of the bridge. is said to be very filthy.
 Thursday, Sept IA, 1S65-Special efforts were made on the occasion of the regular monthly meeting of sthe