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Norwich bulletin., 1915-02-01
STATE TUBERCULOSIS WORK.

4 work that is essential to the peo- pie of Connecticut is that which IS carried on for the vipinE out of tine white plague. It is important not only to the sick but to the well, for while, aS shown by the report of the state commission just issued, there is q, fessened death rate from tuberculosis, tfrs crusade against the disease has resulted in a. greater general interest in the value of preventive measures
 The state is just getting to the point where it can do it's most effective work with the four established sanatoria for the reception of patients and when it about thousand patients in the course of 8. year. or about one to every thou sand of the population, it must also be realized that there Is still plenty Of opportunity for more service since the death rate from consumption is now over eight per cent, That there has been an appreciabIe reduction since q stato movement was started against the disease lends the best encourage ment to the endeaYor. 4 lowered death rate is certainly q. telling endorsement.
 t is a work in behalf of humanity which must be looked q through the spirit Of philanthropy, for while the Cornmendable undertaking costs the state about 2 quarter of a, million each year such is of small consequence com . pared with the returns that are gained through the saving of life and the re lief to the suffering. It is a, service, the continued and efficient maintenance If which, Connecticut owes to itself
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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR
What Next?


 Nlr. Editor: For the first time in American history, we find the Ameri- can secretary of state appearing in the role of an apologist for the outTageS England has committed on the high seas upon American commerce.
 This office, once held by such Amer jeans aS Jefferson, Monroe and Seward always placed the honor and interests of their country above everything else. Witness the contempt shown for Amer ican rights in the case Of the steamship D Green Brier, as told by Captain Farley. It was stopped by GL British cruiser while carrying a cargo of cotton, q British officer went on board and com nanded Farley to show his papers. After reading them, the British officer ordered the Stars and Stripes to be hauled down and the Union Jack run up iu it's place.. Captain Farley was then ordered to take his ship to an English port.
 Farley refused 10 become q. CO., part neT in this act of piracy, and in plain language told his captors they could 80 to Dayy Jones' locker before he would obey their orders, that his flag was the Stars and Stripes, and under no other flag would she go with his consent.
 IL was then an English crew was put on board and the Green Brier, with the Union Jack at her masthead, proceeded on her way. This means that from the moment that flag was hOisted until the Stars and Stripes were again run Up an American captain and an Amer ican crew were English prisoners, ar rested on the high seas for being en-
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A WORD TO HE WISE

One of the severe blows dealt the ship purchase legislation which has aroused such opposition in the sen ate, was the statement made by the present owner of the Dacia when he announced that he wants no more German ships, but instead is endeavor- ing to purchase vessels of other ra- tions to place under American regis try.
 The Dacia is so far a bad venture. Even though the outcome of such an attempt to bring into use the interned German vessels had been plainly in dicated the idea that it could be car ried through by the aid of the gov crnn1ent was held. As soon as the change Of registry was made it be- came evident that all that was prom . ised for such q. procedure nlaterialfzed and despite the endeayor of the state department to secure a. free" round trip to 8 German port 1t failed. The Dacia loaded with cotton and cleared for It's trip across the water is still
 7-@sAared in the Galveston roadstead,
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gagged in legitimate commerce, and still the secretary of state has an apology for those who committed these indigni- ties. What right has any nation to hold Up ships flying the Stars and Stripes? England has her warships all along our coast. When a ship puts her nose to sea one of them sweeps down upon her. holds her up, examines her papers and cargo, and bullies her off, ceI;S, crew and passengers. They are preventing our manufacturers from finding a, market for their product, which only means more unemployment for Americans.
 Jt is a case of tying up our com nerce. the same as if we were st war The officials at Washington who have the honor of this country to uphold should show Q little more spirit of 1T76 and 1872 The people-that is. the true blue Americans of these United States are watching them.
 I. II. CUMMINGS.
 Norwich, Ct, Jan. 31. 1915.
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and feeling thousand times better. !" Miss AMELIA JAQUILLARD, 3961 Te- houpitoulas St., New Orleans, La.
 St. Clair, Pa. - "My mother was alarmed because I was troubled with suppression and had pains in my back and side, and severe headaches. 1 had pimples on my face, my complexion was sallow, my sleep was disturbed, had nervous spells, was very tired and had no ambition. Lydia E. Pinkham's Veg etable Compound has worked like charm in my case and has regulated me. I worked in mill among hundreds of girls and have recommended your medi- cine to many of them. Miss EsTELLA MAGUIRg, no Thwing St., St. Clair, Pa.
 There is nothing that teaches more than experience. Therefore, such let ters from girls who have suffered and were restored to health by Lydia E. Pinkham's Vegetable Compound should be lesson to others. The same remedy is within reach of all.
 If you want special advice Erite to Lydia E. Pinkham Medicine Go. (confls dentiaD Lynns Mass. Your letter will be opened, read and answered by a Woman and held in strict confidence.
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CARE OF VELVET.

Velvet is very fashionable at the present time. but no matter how beau tiful the goods, 1t will never look well if not taken care of.
 Velvet shows the dust very readily, and, therefore, it must be given con- tinual attention.
 The pile of the goods is easily in jured, So that it should never be dust ed with a stiff brush. A soft brush that comes especially for the purpose should be used or, even better, a piece of crinoline or soft crepe. Rub the velvet gently with the duster and all ways in the same direction.
 Velvet wrinkles very readily, so that the gown of this material should be hung up carefully when not in use. Never hang any garment So that 1t touches another suit, or the walls of the closet.
 If the velvet does wrinkle. q. soft flannel cloth dampened with olive oil will remove the wrinkles if it is rub bed over the gown while the velvet is being steamed.
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It is said that some of the town clerks in Connecticut have banded to- getIler to ask the state to repeal the fve-day clause regulating the issu- auce of marriage licenses. By restor- ing matters to the old status, whereby any hyby night couple from an ad- joining state could jump into Con necticut, get a license, get married and jump out again, 1t is argued that the states revenue from marriage licenses would be increa sed. Tho state does not want this paltry money, obtained by the degradatiou of mar riage from a sacrament into a farce comedy performance. The state has voluntarily renounced it. But if the town clerks want it, that is another matter-they should b5 honest and say so frankIy.-Bridgepo Telegram.
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ON THE VERGE,

Intermittent are the reports con- corning the entrance of first one coun- try and then another into the war, but slow is the actual taking of the inn portant step If the statements which come from abroad are true. however, there is constant preparation for the worst in Italy. Rumania. and Greece, for while Italy is maintaining her neu- trality it is doing so only while the
 nobilizing of her troops is going on and they are being equipped with the latest implements of warfare It is showing much restraint in a situation where there are demands for partici- patton and so favorable an opportunity is presented for the recovery Of terri tory so much desired.
 Run1ania is apparently waiting the most advantageous time for the long awaited chance to annex q, portion of Austria Hungary where so many Ru manians are located. Its army is in readiness, it's supplies have been as sembled and it has been able to ar range for a large war loan and the fact that it was Heated through Brit ish channels indicates the guiding spir- it in it's action.
 That both countries have ambitious as far as territory is concerned is no secret. That they can render a ser vice even through armed neutrality is recognized and they cannot be blamed for postponing their entrance as long as possible. The outcome of the con flict being a certain way there is bound to be recognition of such an attitude as they have already taken, while actual participation at q critical time gives greater confidence to the ultimate success Of the allies with which they are in sEmpathE
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HARMFUL DEMOCRATIC TARIFF.

The war has made it's Contributions but it is not wholly responsible for the existing condition of the national finances. The policy of the demo cratic party has from the start tend cd to just such q. situation. There has been a. cutting down of the revenue without d realization of just what it meant, The reduction in and eIjmina- lion of duties have resulted not only Tn the I0Ss Of many millions of dolz lars in revenue. but have placed upon the people of this country two federal taxes. The tariff for revenue only pol icy has brought about just such d sit uation as was anticipated. That much of it which has been put into opera ton Is 2. failure, but there is more to come when the provision Tor the entire removal of the duty on sugar becomes effective May 1st, 1916. That means that revenue to the amount of fifty million dollars will be thrown over board as a. contribution to the deficit account.
 Under such circumstances it is but natural that Congressman Broussard who will be 9. democratic senator in the next congress, should give notice that he will fight for the repeal of that clause in the tariff bill. Such reduc- ton as has been made in sugar has resulted in no benefit to the consumer and thero is no reason to anticipate that 1t will from the further reduc- uon- The difference has been absorbed by the producers and handlers, while the loss therefron means a serious revenue handicap to the government.
 It is one glaring instance where the democratic policy has been proved in- advisable It has not required two years to show the wisdom of making g. radical change in the whole demo- cratic program A decided revision upward IS what the democratic tariff needs.
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Faithful and intelligent service given the state is regarded by the gov ernoT in the only practical way-ce- q re-appOintmeut which enables the State TO profit by four years more of intelligent administration in one of it's most important departments. Com missioner Bennett is to be congra tu- lated on his reap po5ntment and the governor IS to be commended for his steadfast adherence to principle in the face of an opposition that was no less strong because it was conducted under the surface.-Ansonia Sentinel.
 Governor Tfolcoulb has made it pretty plain that he does not intend to use the veto often, but he can use 1t for the benefit of the State when the proposition to revise the statutes
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REQUIRES MORE THAN WORDS.

If there was no other source Of in- formation and no other way of feel ing the pulse of business except through the statements of President Wilson, there ought to be no diGTi- cuIty in obtaining the adjustment so necessary for the ushering in of pros- perity. h fact, being dependent only upon those requirements, it ought to have been here long ago His latest assurance, put forward in fine words to the members Of the Electric Rail way association, indicates clear track as the result of the democratic action
 Exception to this is taken by the New York Evening Post, an adminis- ration paper however, when it says: Frankly, we do not think that bus mess was waiting for any such signal from MT. Wilson. Conditions in the business world lave already shown i'm proven1ent and it is reasonable to ex- pect, as most students of affairs do, that times will soon be much better But the change will come not at all in consequence of the Clayton bill or any democratic legislation concerning trusts and nonopolies-least of all ill consequence of the presidents proc 1amation that the road is now clear. The mischief was due to cause. more than verbal. and the remedy is to be found ill something else than fine phrases. By iterating these, the pres ident is in danger of occupying some thing of the position which President Roosevelt did towards the end of his second term, when he talked incessant- ly about the good trust which had nothing to fear, but when no man regarded what he said
 The fact is that 1t takes more than words to overcome realities and to start the wheels in motion
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PANELS MODISH,

turning to favor and arc seen on skirts, tunics, dresses and coats. The return or the princess styles makes panels almost necessary, or at least very desirable, and they arc made eX- tending in an unbroken line from the neck to the bottom of the skirt.
 In one model this long effect is noted in q. suit the coat of which has the panel in both the back and front and extending from tho neck almost to the bottom of the skirt. The sides are cut in circular tuniC style joined to the body section at the yoke depth below the waist and the edges ex- tend to the panel in both the back and front.
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It faces seizure and prize court if it attempts to reach Bremen or Rotter- dam and it is a risk that the owner might naturally shrink from taking.
 That he has decided to wash his hands of any more such transfers and has determined to get possession of vessels that will not be confronted with such troubles is a. lesson to those ad vocates of the pending ship bill who oppose an amendment which would forbid the purchasing of interned ves seIs. It would seem that the Dacia even though it may yet attempt it's trip, had furnished lesson worth heedinor
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When the hemstitched lunch cloths show signs of wear, and the hem stitching pulls away. cut off the edge and trim the square as close to the stitching as possible. Then purchase q linen lace beading for from to 10 cents a yard; shrink it, and use it as an insertion to join the hem and squareR together again. When pictures are hung on the walls of a new house there is danger of the picture being injured by coming in contact with the dampness of the walls. To avoid this, cut a cork into four rounds and stick one on each corner of the picture with mucilage. By doing this the picture will not touch the wall and become mildeWed.
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FOR BREAKFAST.

In planning breakfast menus re- member that most appetites arc not ready for heavy food early in the morning. Fruit, raw or cooked, cer- cal and cream, eggs or bacon. toast or mullins and coffee constitute q. breakfast that is substantial for any one. 4 simpler breakfast consists Of cereal, coffee, toast and honey or jam. And then There is the still simpler breakfast of coffee and rolls. This breakfast is a. mere Introduction to the day, but it is a very satisfactory i1trnducfion for some nerSons.
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PREVENT DRESS STAINS.

If you have had a waist or a light dress stained by wearing a bunch of flowers, you will appreciate how much trouble might be saved by owning q chamois case to cover the stem. Make this by stitching into shape a. piece of channels the desired size. Into this case may be slipped the stems of any short stennmed flowers, and then they may be carried or worn without stain- ing waist, glove or gown.
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HAVE YOU ANAEMIA?

Then eat;
 Lines.
 Lentiles.
 Spinach,
 Black entrants.
 Damsons, apples. all fruits and veg etables containing iron. Anaemia is more frequently the result of a badly chosen dietary than most people imagine and can be averted, even cured, by eating proper food. One of the most recommended articles of diet for anaemic women is bone marrow. The contents of one bone marrow, baked or cooked with cream dressing and served on toast. is said to be an ideal blood making food.
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ETIQUETTE.

The wedding anniversaries usually observed are the first, fifth, tenth, fifteenth, twenty fifth and hftieth called respectively the paper. wooden, tin, crystal, silver and golden we'd dings. It is a pretty sentiment to ob- serve these anniversaries, and sufi- cient hints can be had for a gift from the name of the anniversary celebrated. Invitations to the first anniversaries are usually limited to intimate friends, but for the crystal, silver and especi- ally the golden wedding large Sather- ings are the rule.
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RIBBON TRAY.

To make a ribbon tray. take two ob~ long embroidery hoops and cover them by winding with ribbon One-half of an inch wide. On the smaller hoop sew a, piece of Dresden silk: draw il tight to form the bottom of the tray. Gov CT small pieces of wire or brass rings with the narrow ribbon to form han dles and place =narn nbetween the hoopsj Finish with bows. For the legs of the tray use four glass push ri17s
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SAVE PARAFFIN.

Now that jelly eating. instead of making, time has came, reuem- Der to save all parafin. When it is taken from the jelly it should be held for a moment under very hot water to clean it, and then it should be dropped into q glass jar. Next summer it can be melted, and whatever impuri- hot water will sink to the bottom
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BUTTON HINTS.

To fasten button securely, begin to sew on the right side and sew back and forth several times before you begin to sew through the button. The knot will be under the button and not on the wrong side, to be rubbed off in laundering In sewing buttons on coats, sew over a match or tooth- pick and wrap thread for q. shank"
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pied newspaper as soon as it is thor oughly dry every bit of grease, soap lint and the marks from the water will be easily removed. It is not necessary to do any securing if the tub Is smooth, but il is quite neces- sarV that it be dry
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OTHER VIEW POINTS

of two great men agree in the matter of Minister Sullivans qualifications. Both Secretary Bryan and Jack Rose consider him to be a dependable fel- I0W.-NeW London Day.
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The Girl Guides of England are proving to be of much value to the government, since they are making quilts for the soldiers at the front.
 The Japanese wife can now become head of the house, a. direct contrast to the laws which were in vogue in olden times in that country.
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TO CLEAN A VIOLIN.

To clean a voilin. wash it very care fully with soap and water. seeing to it that not a drop runs inside, or dip a piece of soft silk in paTIfssa oil and rub the violin with it. The interior of the violin should be cleaned with dry rice.
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SUGGESTIONS FOR
THE HOUSEWIFE

Very good griddiecakes can be made with the odds and ends of stale bread. Break the bread up into small pieces and pour over them just enough milk for the bread to absorb. Soak this over night. and in the morning add all egg, a little flour, baking powder and enough milk to make them the proper consistency.
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John D. Rockefeller considers that his father has given away a quarter of 3. billion dollars, but there Is a. lot of people who arc sore because they haven't shared in that fortune
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in writing these lines to express my grati- tude to you. l am only 16 years old and work in a tobacco ia c tory. 1 have been a very sick girl
 but I have improved wonderfully s in c @ taking Lydia 2.
 Pinkham's Vegeta- ble Compound and e,,, ,,oxry lnoIy,@r,- GnA
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reaches him. The scheme is chiefly on for needlessly spending a lot of money. \ few years ago the statutes were revised, and the memory abideth yet One experience of that kind in a generation is more than sufficient Bristol Press.
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Nellie Ely, who made quite a repu- tation by her eight day trip around the world. is now acting Is a war cor respondent in northern France.
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PRESERVATION STAINS.

Precipitation stains may be removed from white biouses without any trou- ble if they are soaked before washing in cold water to which @ little car bonate of soda has been added.
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CURRANT STEMS.

Stalks and stems may be very quick ly removed from currants by well Touring the hands and rubbing the currants as hard as possible between them. This takes much less time than picking them separately and isl quite as effective.
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\ proposition has been advanced in Massachusetts for keep divorce and breach of promise cases out of the papers. The best way, however, Is not to have any,
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CONCERNING WOMEN.

The women suffrage party of New York city (now eight years old) has enrolled over 135,000 members in Greater New York.
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In Japan a woman has no particu- lar lord, but must look to her husband as her lord and must serve him with all worship and reverence.
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The nfgbtlv cleaning shouId be

The nightly cleaning should be tine most important and most thorough of all. If 1t is properly done all that will be necessary in the morning will be q cold spongeof. At night, however, all the dust and dirt of the day has settled on the face. besides the cold cream and powder, and it needs good scrubbing to get off.
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Ceremonious calls are not made be- tween women in the morning, evening or on Sunday afternoons. A man, owing to the exactiona of business, may call in the evening and on Sun day afternoon
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Sleeves of coats and gowns are sla shed in the same manner as the ,lzirts. The opening is filled with ace ruffle or is outlined with fancy buttons
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It must be realized by the members of the legislature that ease and speed do not necessarily result in the wisest legislation.
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The man on the corner says: Talk may be cheap. but it will go the IAag- est distance for the money in the shape of a. rumor.
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EDITORIAL NOTES.

The delay Of the canal ceremonies from March to July will contribute some to a. hot old time
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As long as $116,0oO verdicts are pos sible there is little chance of offering serious discouras cement to breach of promise suits.
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The newest laydown collars are very narrow. Ecru is the predominating color of them. Many of the collars are edged with extremely wide lace.
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The appropriate dress for the host ess at an afternoon at home is d hand some high -necked long-sleeved dress of any rich fabric. It may be elab- orately trimmed and jewels worn.
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Il is to be hoped that this shaking hands by Mother Jones and John D. Rockefeller isn't preliminary to q forty round bout
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If you gulp down icy drinks when overheated, then don't be surprised when you're taken ill.
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From the way in which bills asking for increased salaries for well paid state officials have been presented to the general assembly, there are some at least who fail to give the proper respect to the needs Of economy.
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Button trimming still holds a high place. Stunning glass buttons of Q color to match the gown are useI eH- tensively. In the center of each one of these buttons is a rhinestone, which adds bTilliancy to the gown.