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Norwich bulletin., 1915-01-30
DIVIDEND DEFERRED FOR
 IMPROVEMENT OF. PROPERTY.
Vote at Annual Meeting of the Falls
 Company Directors.

At their annual meeting on Thurs day morning at 1o.90 o'clock at the mill office the stockholders of the Falls company elected the following direc- tors: z. L. White and Kenneth B. White of Wincheudon and Joseph N. White, IT,, Of Fitchburg, Mass.
 At a subsequent meeting the direc- tors elected the following officers: President. Zadoc L. White, Winchen- don. Mass.; secretary and treasurer, Kenneth B. White, Winchendon, Mass.
 Robert H. Gardiner, IT,, of Boston resigned as director.
 It was voted not to declare divi- dend, but to use the money available for improving the mill property, and 1t was also voted to appropriate $15, 900 for new machinery which will put the mill in excellent shape.
 Present at the meeting were Zadoc L. White of Winchendon, Edwin H. Baker of Greenwich, Kenneth B. White of Winchendon, James l.. Case, c. Ar thur Brown of this city, and NIT. and Mrs. Joseph Cunningham of Putnam.
Norwich bulletin., 1915-01-30

inerce and explain to them just what the national body stands for.
 At this point in the meeting it was announced that 8 delegation from the local cigarnlaker's union were in the anteroom. The delegation. comprising Charles Rice and R. A Krohn. was admitted to the meeting and MT. Rice spoke Of the advantages of encOur- aging the cigarmaking industry in this city by purchasing as far as possible
 Norwich made cigars They introduced resolution to this effect and the res olution. was heartily endorsed foy the members.
 The officers recently elected to serve
 the coming year as officers of the former Norwich Business Mems asso- ciation were then confirmed as officers
 of the new Chamber of Commerce. Three vacancies on the board ot di-
 rectors were filled by election, as fol- lows: For two years, D T. Shea for one year, Edward J. Hunt and James C. lsbister. These directors will serve with the remaining directors until the next annual meeting which will be held in November.
 A discussion of various matters of interest to all followed and adjourn
 ment was taken about 10 o'clock
 This morning 200 attractive window cards urging Norwich shoppers to pat
 ronize home trade will be distributed
 to the merchants in the city, as far possible and if this number is not sufficient, more will be ordered. The cards read as follows:
 BUY IN NORWICH. Every dollar spent with Norwich merchants adds 10 cents to the per 1 nanent wealth of the city Every
 dollar of Norwich money spent ont of | Norwich makes this city one dollar
 poorer. If you believe in Norwich buy at home. Build up your own town Endorsed and advocated by the Nor- wich Chamber of Commerce.
Norwich bulletin., 1915-01-30
e2ND BIRTHDAY.
William s. Fletcher, Grocer at the
 FafIs, Celebrated Anniversary.

< William s. Fletcher, who for 5 years has resided at No. -25 -Oneco street eel ebrated his Sand birthday on Friday, the occasion being made & family gathering aS it has been for a mum. Der of years past. During the evening there was a dinner party at which the guests were his son, William L. Fletcher, superintendent of mails at Norwich post office, and his family consisting Of his wife and two sons and a daughter, Robers and Leslie w and Miss Hazel Fletcher, a niece of Mrs. Fletcher, Miss Mildred Gibson, his two daughters, Miss Cora Fletcher of this city, and Mrs. w. D. Browning of Providence, niece, Miss Alice Jew ett. and his clerk. William H. Spicer.
 Brisk and active in spite of his three score years and twelve MT. Fletcher sstill in active business life and is daily engaged in his grocery store at the Falls which he has conducted for .. number of years past.
Norwich bulletin., 1915-01-30
ADDITIONAL REVENUES
 FOR NEXT CONGRESS
Opinion Developing That Legislation Should be Considered For Meeting Deficiencies.

Washington. Jan. 29-Plans for ad- ditional revenue leslation were discuss ed among congress leaders today and the opinion developed that the subject should be considered at the next con- gress.
 A reeuactment of the War and Rev enue bill, revision of the income tax to increase it's receipts, q suspension of the free sugar schedule of the tariff, law, winch becomes effective in 1916, and sale of the unissued Panama bonds were under discussion. but it was said there was no administration backing for any revenue raising pro- posal at this time, and the subject was being left for the next congress.
Norwich bulletin., 1915-01-30
FUNERALS.
Miss Charlotte Hill.

The funeral of Miss Charlotte IiiI was held from her home in AIontville Friday afternoon at o'clock, Rev. c, c. Chappell conducting the service. Four friends acted as bearers and burial took place in the cemetery at Oakdale, There were a number of beautiful floral remernbrances and fhe attendance was large
 UndertalSers Church and Alien had charge of the funeral arrangements.
 Miss Mary F. Shea.
 Friday morning at s.3o o'clock the funeral of Miss Mary F. Shea was held from her home No. 1O5 Roatt, street and among those attending were relatives from Boston and other places. Rev. j. Fl. Fitznaurice o:clat- ed at the mass in St Mary.s church at o'clock Two hymns were render ed at the close of the mass by Mrs, Timothy Donovan. Friends acted as bearers and burial took place in St. Mary's cemetery where a short service was read by Father Fitzrnaurice
 Undertakers Shea and Burke had charge of the funeral arrangements, AID PIERS
 Miss Grace Kelsey has returned 4e Norwich after three months' visit in Mansfield.
 Mrs John Murphy of ehe West Side and daughters, Grace an5 Florence are visiting relatives in New Lon don and East Lyme.
 Edward Kendall Is spending the week end at his grand11others in Thonp- son.
Norwich bulletin., 1915-01-30
sHETUcKET co. ANNUAL.
Officers Re-eieoted With Edwin H. 5akl- President Educational In- str gction for EmpIcyes.

The Shetucket company held their annual meeting in the office of the mill president in Greenevflle on Thursday afternoon and elected the following directors: Edwin H. Baker of Green Wtch, William T. West of RoseIie. N. J., Joseph T. Foster of New York, James L. Case, Robert A. Smith of Norwich.
 Reports were presented showing a vast improvement in the company houses the past year. The reports also spoke of the newly organized club where the operatives receive educa- tional instruction.
 The directors at a. subsequent meet ing elected the officers as follows President, Edwin H. Baker, Green wich: vice president, William T. West RoseIle, G- J.; secretary and treasurer, Maxton Holms. Norwich; assistant secretary and treasurer, Oscar ". Car penter, Norwich.
 President P. H. Baker appointed Robert A Smith head executive officer with title of agent ana general mana ger
Norwich bulletin., 1915-01-30
SLATER HALL FILLED
 FOR BASS cLEF CONCERT
Norwich Singers Were Given Enthusi- astic Applause for Their Excellent Programme.

That there has been no diminution in the interest with which the Nor Wich public follows the concerts given by the Bass-Clef, but rather the con trary. was shown on Friday evening by the capacity house at the Slater Memorial for the first concert by the club. now in it's fifth season. To this f1attering interest the club responded with a programme which both in se- lection and rendition proved that these singers are constantly developing to new achievements and their selections received the recognition of insistent and spontaneous applause which call ed them back for a number of en- cores.
 In the selection of the assisting artist they were also fortunate this year in having Miss Grace Kerns, soprano, whose beautiful voice made an instant
Norwich bulletin., 1915-01-30
PRIVATE SHIPPING INTERESTS
 MUST ACT JUSTLY.
Otherwise Secretary RedfieId Says
 United States Will Crush Them,

New Orleans. Jan. 29.-sTf private shipping interests Of the United States continue to act unjustly toward the shipper, and they have that power now, we will crush them" declared Secretary Redfeld today at luncheon under the auspices of the Association of Commerce
 Steamship officials who have con- versed with me regarding the proposal to place government-o owned vessels into operation have been told that gov ernment ships never would be placed in competition with privately owned vessels if the companies will deal squareiy with the American neople'' Mir. Redd4ld aAld-
Norwich bulletin., 1915-01-30
OF VICTIMS
 OF THE DRUG HABIT
Longer Sentences in New York Court.
 is Proposed.

New York, Jan. 29.-A special com mittee appointed by the board of esti- mate to investigate the city's treatment of victims of the drug habit reported today that the attempt to cure drug cases sent to the hospitals has been a failure. Victims were committed to the hospitals for so short periods that no good results were accomplished, the committee reported. Changes in the law permitting the imposition of longer sentences by the courts was proposed.
 Ernest K. Coulter of the committee, who said he appeared as a representa- tive of Mrs. William K Vanderbilt. asserted that the treatment of the drug victims was a hideous farce.
Norwich bulletin., 1915-01-30
THE PARsEVAL AIRsHlP
 FAILED TO RETURN.
Flew Over Libau, a Russian Port on
 the Baltic, on Jan. 25.

Berlin. via London, Jan 29, 7.15 D. n1.--The Parseval airship which flew over Libau. the Russian port on the Baltic, on Jan. 25. did not return.
 The report that the German cruiser kolberg was sunk in the battle in the North sea last Sunday, is untrue All the German ships, with the exception of tho BlueCher, have returned.
 The above despatch apparently con firms q statement by the naval general staff at Petrograd that a German air ship which dropped bombs on Libau last Monday was brought down by gun fire, falling into the sea. The airship was destroyed and the crew captured, it was stated.
 The statement, however. referred to he balloon as a Zeppelin.
 Regarding the Kolberg, Vice Admiral Beatty, commander of the British fleet i'll the North sea fight, stated that Ger man prisoners reported that the Kol- berg was sunk. The British admiralty in it's statement regarding the fight also referred to the Kolberg as re ported'' sunk.
Norwich bulletin., 1915-01-30
William F, KeabIes.
Yeaamen to Be Tried,

The trial of the yeggmen who oper- ated in Providence and who were cap tured in an automobile on the ferry from Groton over a month ago, will take place at Providence on Feb. s. It. is expected the trial will last a week. The six men have been in jail awaiting trial and Attorney Boyer went to Providence Thursday to con- fer with other members of their coun- sel in preparation for the trial
Norwich bulletin., 1915-01-30
NINE INJURED IN
 4 RAILROAD WRECK
Spreading RaiIs Ditehed inter-coIeD-
 isi Express.

5furcton, N. B, Jan. 2s.-Nine pas sengers on the Maritime Express of the Intercolonta1 railway bound from Halifax for Montreal. were hurt in an accident near Completion today. It is expected that all will recover.
 The accident was caused by spread ing rails. Two sleeping cars were thrown down thirty-foot embark ment- The rest of the train remained on the track.
Norwich bulletin., 1915-01-30
U. s. Private Killed by Bullet from
 MexicSn- Side

Fl Paso. Tex. Jan. 29.-Win;am B. Warwi k. private in Comp ny c, Six leenth i, ut-5, was .ns ! t-y killed by l bullet sad to have cone from Gae while h. vas in his ten,. A board of army o--cers inve- aeing the shoot ing announced tha. the shot ha5d-Been fired from the Mexican side. 3-.-.z
Norwich bulletin., 1915-01-30
APPEAL or AUSTRALIA
 WOOL BUYERS AND SELLERS
To Acting Premier Hughes to Prevent Operations on Behalf of oernany.

London, Jan. 29, 825 D. rn.-''An in- fiuential deputation of Australian wool sellers and wool buyers has appealed to Acting Premier Hughes to prevent operations on behalf of Germany says the Sydney correspondent of the Evening News. Tt is claimed as a consequence of such operations wool is going to Germany with America as the conduit pipe The acting premier promised to take drastic steps. The government had information, he said, that Great Britain would be able 10 take the whole of the Australian clip
 4 despatch from Sydney on Jan. 26 said that at the wool sales that day 8 German buyers bid for a certain lot of the material was refused Other supposed German bids made later also were reiHcted.
Norwich bulletin., 1915-01-30
Settled an saeca shortan..:-.

Washington, Jan. 29.-Jose Nofasco, San,o omi go, has 'sl t.. | the $S, 900 5hoTt7 in his accCuuf.s -a ith the De- mfn.oa-. government by paying .,eyer S3,0C0 .n Casn 10 the prosecuting attor- ney and giving his notes for he re- ceived at the state department today from : meriean Minister Sullivan. .:
Norwich bulletin., 1915-01-30
Bill for Equal Suffrage in-Rhods island

Providence, R. l.. Jan. 29.-S;enator Clark Burdicls, the major7u floor lead CT, introduced in the upper branch of women the right to vote for presiden- tial electors. A similar message hes been presented in the house
Norwich bulletin., 1915-01-30
Six Above at Tradino Cove.

At midnight Friday it was just six degrees above zero at Trading Cove and at 2.10 this morning it was ten degrees above indicating that it was growing warmer.
Norwich bulletin., 1915-01-30

As medicinal antiseptic for douches in treating catarrh. inflammation or ulceration of nose, throat, and Shat caused by feminine ills 1t has no equal For, ten years the Lydia E. Pinkham Medicine Go. has recommended Paxtine in their private correspondence with women. which proves us superiorit1 Women 5who nave .a .t1roa 7
 1t IS worth its weight m gold A. drnggists. 6oc, large box. or by mail The Paxton Toilet Co., Boston, Mass,
Norwich bulletin., 1915-01-30

suffered from pains in his head. Of late he had seemed to be improving and the indications are that he suf- fered from shock. UndertakerS Henry Allen and Son took charge of the body and Dr. Kimball said an autop- sy will be made to discover the exact cause of the death
 MT Andrews was the son of Mir and Mrs. Gustav D. Andrews and was born in Preston, November 2S, 1878. CT attended the Norwich Business col lege. About 20 years ago he went to work in the CosgroVe shoe store, aft erWards going west where for five years he was a teacher of the violin at Bowling Green, Ky. For a short time he was 8 member of 8 traveIing or chestra but some years ago he re- turned to Norwich and went to work in Cosgrove's store. MT. Andrews was a member of the Musicians union Uncas lodge, No. Il, l. O. o. F., being past noble grand of that lodge. He was also past chief patriahch of Palmyra Encampment. No. 3, and he was also a member of the Broadway Congregational church. On July 30, 1903, in Hopkinville, Ky. he was unit ed in marriage with Miss Emma Courtney and she survives her hus- band. Besides his wife he leaves a son. Edward Courtney Andrews, two brothers, Warren Andrews of this city, and James Andrews of Plainheld, \. J.. and one sister, Mrs. Frank Aver of Pr'1ston. His parents also survive him.
 MT. Andrews sudden death shocked and grieved a. host of friends whom he Inade and retained by his winning per sonality.
 MT Andrews who was q. talented vii olinist found delight in music and played in local orchestras The re- ligious faith he professes was the guiding star of his lift. He was a faithful and proficient employe and had the full confidence of his employers. His home life was happy. As Q son, husband, brother and friend, MT An drewS proved his worth by his self sacrificing, service and his memory will be cherished for years by all who only knew him but to admire and praise.
 Mrs. Charles w. Field.
 Mrs. Emma A. Field widow of Charles W. Field, died Thursday at Quaker Hill, where she made her home with MT. and Mrs. James E. Comstock. Mrs. Field was 63. Her husband who was a mason, died about 25 years ago. Mrs. Field was 2, daughter of George Brooks, fornler- ly of New London.
 William F. keabIes.
 On Wednesday night William F. keables, S5 years of age, a. native of Lyme, and for years resident of Lis bon, died at Grace hospital, New Ha- ven, after an illness covering 8 period of six months. For the past few years MT. KeabIes had, ua0 till the time he was removed to the hospital, resided at the Masonic home at Wallingford. Mir. Keables had been d member of Nit. Vernon lodge, No. 75. F, and A. M., of Jewett City. Burial is to be in Yantic cemetery, this city, and q delegation from Mt. Vernon lodge will attend the burial service. The lodge officers are to be in charge of the in terT11eY7f
Norwich bulletin., 1915-01-30

It has a flavor far superior to any you have ever tasted before-W edg- wood Creamery Butter.-adv.
Norwich bulletin., 1915-01-30

The electricians at the Old Saybrook power house Of the Shore Line EIec- tric company have packed up their be- longings and left for their respective quarters, after two months job in placing new turbines and repairing the machinery of the electric lights, etc.
Norwich bulletin., 1915-01-30

It is announced by New York papers that at the Metropolitan Museum of Art on Feb. 27 Edith NJ. Abbott will tell the children stories Of the lives of children in the museum paintings. Miss Abbott was formerly of Norwich and student at the local art school
Norwich bulletin., 1915-01-30

MT. and Mre. J. Frank Edgecouao of Groton have received a number of gifts from their son. Frederick A. Edge comb. who is at Honolulu in the em- ploy of the government as civil engl- neer. Among the gifts are Japanese puzzles, handsomely carved and of considerable value.
 It's appeizing taste has satisfied thousands of discriminating custom ers-Wedgewood Creamery Blitter- adv.
Norwich bulletin., 1915-01-30

On and after Feb. 1st, Dr. P J. Cassidy may be found in room 315 in the Thayer building.-adv.
Norwich bulletin., 1915-01-30

Masquerade Social, Aaeunerchor hall, Taftville. Saturday evening, Jan. 30th. Heinrich'B orchestra--Adv.
Norwich bulletin., 1915-01-30

The Vito Construction company of Thompson has part of it's equipment at the Westerly station. It is Mr. Vito's plan to commence the fill at the Lord s Point coyes in few days. The mate rial will be excaVated from the Lord s Point reservoir basin by steam shovel
Norwich bulletin., 1915-01-30

An exchange states that at a. meet ing of St. Francis T. A. B. society, Tor rington, held at the clubhouse Tuesday evening, the chaplain of the society, Rev, Joseph Ii. King, who is native of Norwich, gave an address to the society which was most inspiring.
The Marietta journal and courier. (Marietta, Ga.) 1909-1918, 1915-10-01
MR.. FLORENCE. ENTER
TAINS EMPLOYEES

Mr.. w. A. Florence complimented
his employees on Tuesday evening
with delicious four course dinner.
Cochet roses formed the table cen
ter piece and were also in vases on
the mantels, buffets and cabinets.
Pine apple and Peach ice cream
and home made cake formed the last
course. A very delightful evening
was spent by this company of con-
genial friends and daily associates.
Any social event with Mrs. Flor
ence as hostess is always sure to be
enjoyed because she is so genuinely
sweet and cordial to every one and
is always aided by her daughter,
Miss Odene Florence.
The Marietta journal and courier. (Marietta, Ga.) 1909-1918, 1915-10-01
Social ano Dersonal

Mrs. Erwin Culbreath is visitipo
Mrs. Newton Heggie.
MoClure's Fruit Department. Bart.
lett Pears zoe per doz.
Mrs. Pauline Jarmon is yisitino
her sister, Mrs. ]. T. Corley at Ar
den.
Mrs. John M. Graham visited Mrs
Oscar Peoples in Gainesville last
Friday.
McClure's Fruit Department,
Black and Concord Grapes zoe lb,
Miss Hatcher and Mr.. S. w. Hal
cher have returned to Macon where
Mr.. Hatcher continues to improve
in health.
When Miss Evelyn Clay was in
Florida not long ago she met Gene
Carr, the cartoonist of the New
York World, who draws Lady Boun-
tltul and "de gang" On mis-
return to New York Mr.. Carr sent
Miss Clay a Yellow Kid doll with
his compliments and she is cherish
ing the grotesque toy for the sake
OF the distinguished doner.
Fill your tanks Thursday. Case
line will advance 1f the gallon Fri
day. Dobbs Hardware Co.
Mrs. Nisbet, a missionary, sent
by the North Avenue Presbyterian
church to Korea, spent Monday
winth her friend, Mrs. j. H. Patton,
and talked of her work in Korea to
the ladies of the Missionary society
at the Presbyterian church. Her
talk was extremely interesting and
instructive. She has been located
at Lokpo, Korea, for or 9 years
and has been very successful in
teaching and converting the Ko-
reans to christianity.
The Marietta journal and courier. (Marietta, Ga.) 1909-1918, 1915-10-01
IMPORTANT NOTICES.

Every one entering cars in Big
Floral Parade please notify Mrs. S.
H, Hall or Miss Schilling, by Sat
urday.
The following are late entries in
the Carnival's auto parade: c. M.
Head, Delk Garage, Mrs. John Cog
burn.
Mr.. Fred Norris and Mr.. Ralph
Northcutt have been appointed chief
marshals for the Carnival.
Your attention is called again to
the beautiful loving cup to be given
for the most attractively decorated
window. All merchants are asked
to enter this contest
Mrs. Oscar Peoples, Mrs. Frank L.
Stanton, and Messrs. Charles j. Had
en-, Lucian York and A. o. Conner,
will Judge the parade and windows.
Mrs. Lehman will be manager Ct
the Weinie Committee, which as
sures the very best in the way of
weinies to patrons of the Carnival.
Mrs. Fred Morris and her commit
tee will be prepared to give prompt
service to all.
Mr.. j. E. Murray has been ap-
pointed official photographer for the
Carnival
All who have entered cars, floats,
or pony carts in the parade are ask
ed to communicate with Mr.. Murray.
The League wishes to have as
many pictures as possible made of
the cars, and etc., before the Car
nival
None of the pictures or plates will
be shown until after the parade,
when they will be on sale at the
confetti booth.
The Marietta journal and courier. (Marietta, Ga.) 1909-1918, 1915-10-01

Better Bulk Coffee, per pound zoe
The Marietta journal and courier. (Marietta, Ga.) 1909-1918, 1915-10-01
MEETING OF WOMAN'S
BENEVOLENT ASSOCIATION

The Woman's Benevolent aSso-
citation will meet next Wednesday,
October 9Th, at Fraternity Hall. All
members are urged to be present.
All school books not in use, II
handed to Mrs. Lyon, could be put
into good service
The Treasurer reports collec-
tons $8892 and disbursements
1929, since May 1st. Collectors
will please report to Mrs. Peter
Smith.
The Marietta journal and courier. (Marietta, Ga.) 1909-1918, 1915-10-01
BAPTIST CHURCH COMMUNION

Next Sunday at the First BaD-
fist church the Lords supper will
be observed at II o'clock.
At night DR.. A. c. Cree, who sue
ceeded DR.. Bennett as Corresponding
Secretary and Treasurer of the State
Convention will preach. 1t is de-
sired that all the members be pres
ent at these services.
FOR RENT-A number of Cottages
Also good office rooms over 7. L.
Wallace Clothing Store Apply to
D. w. Blair. 1oct.4t.
The Marietta journal and courier. (Marietta, Ga.) 1909-1918, 1915-10-01
MRS. MILAN WINS DINNER SET.

Mrs. Stuart Milan won the dinner
set at the last drawing in Mr.. w. A.
Florence's china contest. Be sure
to save all your tickets until the last
week.
The Marietta journal and courier. (Marietta, Ga.) 1909-1918, 1915-10-01
CITY TAX NOTICE.

Books are now open for the pay
ment of city taxes. Please call al
20 clerks office and settle yours.
Respectfully,
w. R. POWER, Clerk.