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River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1916-02-03
lncorriaibEe.

= understand you fell off the water
7y&gDn"
70, gir," replied Uncle Bill Bottle
Sop. 1t is true | dismounted But
4 dfg 30 with dignity and delibera-
23Sn
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1916-02-03
Home Medicine Chest.

Keep your medicines in one place,
out of reach of children. Be sure to
have Hanford's Balsam of Myrrh on
hand for emergency use. 1t should
take the fire out of burns, heal cuts,
remove soreness and be worth many
times over it's cost. Adv.
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1916-02-03
New Bank at EAGLE River.

State Banking Commissioner A. E.
Kuolt has issued certificate Of au-
thority to commence business to the
Farmers and Merchants State bank
at Eagle River. The capital is &c.,
600, and the officers are, president,
Fin Lawler, and cashier, F. J. Ar
mold.
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1916-02-03
NEWS OF THE STATE

Barron.-Wenzel Beranek, who has
been confined in jail here since the
fatal shooting of Sheriff Matt Olson on
Beranek's farm last Tuesday, was ar.
raigned and bound over to the May
term of the circuit court.
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1916-02-03

The muse sometimes keeps the poet
awake, but it is the news of that cat
that disturb the slumbers of other
people.
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1916-02-03

Spain has opened an aviation school
near Madrid in which the government
aids those receiving instruction.
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1916-02-03

Neenah.-R. j. Scnaefer of Apple
ton was reelected president of the
Fox River Valley Holstein Breed
ers' association at the annual meet
ing here. E. o. Mueller of Appleton
was reelected secretary and treasurer
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1916-02-03

For thrush, cleanse and dry the foot
and make thorough applications of
Hanford's Balsam of Myrrh. Adv.
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1916-02-03

Wise is the girl who fears a man
more than she does mouse.
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1916-02-03

Little aches result from the pains
a man takes in enjoying his vacation.
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1916-02-03
lake Elinht.

Riches have wings, they say"
Yes, and whenever / go after them
they migrate"
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1916-02-03
A Doubt.

Talk is cheap"
HIM! have you ever seen a long
distance telephone bill?"
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1916-02-03

DIR. Pierce's Pleasant Pellets are the
original little liver pills put up 40 years
ago. They regulate liver and bowels.-Adv.
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1916-02-03

Deep cuts should be healed by Han
ford's Balsam. ADV.
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1916-02-03

Obstinate sores should be cured by
Hanfords Balsam. ADV.
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1916-02-03

No man ever thinks he is as homely
as he really is
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1916-02-03

Some nightingales sing in the day
only.
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1916-02-03
Frequently Hunted.


Ichabod-Father, what is a lark?
Father-The kind some men go out
after, my son, is a small, hot bird.
Norwich bulletin., 1916-05-25
STONINGTON
Local Student PIays at Brown sAausi. eaIe-Appofntment of School Prin. cipaI and Certain Teachers Deferred


 At the annual Ladies' Night musi- cale at Brown University, Tuesday evening, R. B. Wilcox, class 1917, of Stonington, rendered a flute solo that was feature of the interesting pro- gram. It was a fitting conclusion to the series of successful college nights that have been held for the benefit Of the students during the present year. As an innovation in the con cert, the music was offered wholly by the talent of Brown students.
 The school committee of the town Of Stonington, having received a pe- tition protesting against the reengage- ment of the principal and certain teachers of the high school, pending a thorough investigation of cI1arges made by the superintendent, have de- cided to delay action in compliance with the petitions.
 There were six cases of measles in Ston1ngton during April.
 Charles s. Brightman has leased his farm on the Westerly road to Walter H. Fenner, of Centre Groton.
 Rev. Dwight c. Stone is confined to his home by illness
 Ground has been broken for the new residence for MT. and Mrs. Frank Eos ter Dodge. The house will be located just south of the Atwood residence and will be modern ip every detail.
 The Canonchet Rifle club has plan ned for a tourney Memorial Day.
Norwich bulletin., 1916-05-25
APPROPRIATION OF MEAT
 SUPPLIES IN GERMANY
A Meat Bureau Has Just Been Created
 for That Purpose.

Berlin, May 24, via London, May 24, $50 p. m.-The appropriation of all supplies of meat in Germany is fore shadowed by the issuance by the Bundesrath of an ordinance placing all meat supplies on hand May 25 at the disposal of the imperial meat bureau, which has just been created. This bureau alone will be competent to au- thorize the sale or further disposal of meat at reasonable prices" presum- ably only to communal organizations or meat dealers operating under com munal control. If it is impossible to establish prices by mutual agreement, the authorities will prescribe them.
 4 census of all meat supplies, in- cluding smoked and piclkled as well as fresh meats, will be taken throughout the empire on May 25. This census will differ from all former tabulations of the kind in that it is provided that those qualities designed for the household of the owner" need not be reported.
Norwich bulletin., 1916-05-25
Hairs QuicIEly Vauish
 After This Trsutmenk
Hslps to Beaut11

Science hasa aided tn. simplifying the banishfng of hairy growtl1s from f1e lace, and according 10 a beauty spe- cialtst the most eTectfve treatment yet devised consists of applying de1- atone paste to the hairy surfnce for 2 or minutes. The paste is made by mixing some water with a little. powd- cred de1atone. When thiskpaste Is re- moved and the akin washed every trace of hair has vanished. Be sure to get real deIatone.
Norwich bulletin., 1916-05-25
CONFIRMATION OF NOMINATION
 OF RRANDEEs RECOMMENDED
By Senate Judiciary committee-Note
 a Strictly Party One.

Washington, May 24.-The senate judiciary committee today recommend ed confirmation of the nomination of Louis D. Brandeis to the supreme court by a strictly party vote, all the democrats voting for confirmation and all the republicans against it
 Supporters Of the nominee plan to ask for action on the recommendation by the senate tomorrow at an execu- tive session, while the opposing sena- tors are planning to force, if possible, open sessions for the consideration of the nomination. Prolonged debate may result, but MT. Brandeis' friends claim he will be confirmed before the recesses for the national conventions begin on June 3.
Norwich bulletin., 1916-05-25

Ansonia-Miss Anna Gaffney, an An4 sonia nurse, was accidentally struck in the eye with a golf stick swung by her sister, Miss Eloise Gaffney, a school teacher, at the Highland Golf club links in Shelton Saturday after noon. She was rushed to New York specialist, but it is believed she will lose the sight of the eye.
Norwich bulletin., 1916-05-25
lNES STERL ' SCHOOLS ANNUAL EXHIBIT
Opsng of Exercises Wednesday Witnessed by Many Spec
 tatorsEorses of Gypsy Tribe Held Up Til State Test { is.Passed Woman Fined SIS fbr Usual Trck-Beauti- X fuEMemorialgN Window to Rev. William M Groton

Philadelphia and was buried at River Bend.
 He was pastor of the Episcopal parish when the church was located in nall, and 1t was chiefly through his efforts that the present granite church was constructed. Soon after the dlurch was completed he transferred to Phlladelp91ia and became dean of the Divinity school of the Protestant and Jolns are Episcopal clergymen,
 Rev. William Mansfield Grotou. whose memory is to be perpetuated in the church of which he was former rector, was born Nov. 2S, 1856, in Waldeboro, Me. He was sradl1ated from Harvard in 1873 and from Phila- delphia Divinity school in 1878, and ordained deacon and a priest in 1877 lie was rector of St. Ann's c7larcla, South Lincoln, Mass, 1s76-7s; Trinity onurcn' ea1n St. stephen, N. B., Canada, 1S7S-81, and Christ church, Westerly, 1S81-9S. He became professor of the systematic division of the divinity school in 1898, and dean in 1900s He was deputy to the general convention in 1895, 1898 and 1907; member of the standing committee, diocese of Penn sylvania, 1904-7; lecturer on Bohlen foundation, 1912; member American Emmanuel association, Philadelphia Library association, and editor of the Sunday School Teachers Manual.
 The grand officers of the arand chapter, Order of Eastern Star, of Rhode Island, made an official visita- ton to Deborah chapter, Westerly, Wednesday evening and were accord ed the f1onors due their rank in Ma sonic hall by the members of the local chapter, and a delegation of 25 from Fidelity chapter, New London. The grand officers present included Mrs Edna G. Browning of East Providence grand matron, John Burdick of King ston. grand patron, and suite of off, eers. A lobster supper was served which was followed with a business session and degree work
 Dr.. Percy A. Senior of Westerly was one of the 13 indicted by the grand jury in session in the United States court at Hartford Tuesday afternoon He was arrested in Waterbury and is charged with prescribing narcotics contrary to the Harmon narcotic act. It is understood he will stand trial and that he will defend his own case. He will be arraigned on Friday in the United States district court at New Haven, Judge Thomas presiding.
 Frederick Gabrielle, age 9, sought employment at the Lorraine mill Wed nesday afternoon. In riding out of the mill yard on his bicycle he crashed into the side of a passing trolley car and was pitched against the car. Im- mediately after the accident the car stopped and the young man was taken aboard. He said he heard the whistle of the car, but supposed it had passed the entrance to the mill yard. Dr. Scanlon was summoned, gave Gabrielle the required treatment, and took the injured young man to his home at 55 Pierce street. It is probable that in addition to minor bruises he sustained fracture of the frontal bone over the left eye.
Norwich bulletin., 1916-05-25

Mothers who value their own comfort and the welfare of tn cir children should never be without ;L box of Mother Gray's' Sweet Powders for Children, for use throughout the season They break ur colds. relieve feverishness. constipation, teething disorders. head ache and stomach troubles. Used by mothers for 28 years. These powders Ssc. Don't accept any substitnte. Sample mailed free Address Mother Gray e.. I.e Roy, N K
Norwich bulletin., 1916-05-25
OPPORTUNITY
 FOR TEXAS GuARpsMEN
Will be Mustered Into the Federal
 Service Automatically.

Washington, May 24.--The 116 mem- bers of the Texas National Guard who failed to answer the summons for duty on the border, will be given another opportunity.
 Because the new army re-organiza- ton bill now awaiting signature by the president repeaIs certain provis- ions of the existing militia law un- der which the men could be court martialed, Secretary Baker has de- ternined to delay action until the new measure becomes a law. It's effect will be to muster them into the Federal service automatically, and should they again fail to report for duty, they will be subject to court martial
Norwich bulletin., 1916-05-25

Greenwich upcn invitation of Masch- ancheng council. to tender reception to James W. Tingley, the newly elected grand regent of the order in the state. There was a big street parade, ia con- cert and there were talks by severaI past grand regents. Then followed a social hour and refreshments
Norwich bulletin., 1916-05-25
STATE POLICE MAKE FOUR
 ARRESTS IN ANsoNIA
Of Alleged Leaders in Strike Riots
 There Last Week.

Ansonia, Conn. May 24.-The state police tonight arrested four more aI- leged leaders in the riot here last week, in which one man was fatally shot and four others wounded. To date nine persons have been arrested and are now awaiting trial It is said that additional arrests may be made tomorrow.
 It is planned to open the factory of the Ansonia Manufacturing company tomorrow. The authorities say they do not anticipate any trouble, but a large number of guards will be on hand as a precautionary measure.
Norwich bulletin., 1916-05-25
TWO PRISONERS CLAIMING
 AMERICAN CITIZENSHIP HELD
DePorted from Dublin to Detention
 Camp in England.

Dublin, May A, via London, $40 p. m.-Two prisoners claiming Ameri- can citizenship have been deported to the Wakefield detention camp in Eng land. Their names are Patrick Hogan, arrested at Tralee, and Mortimer o. Connor, arrested at Abbey Dorney No charge has yet been brought against the two men, but they are being held, while an investigation is in progress, on suspicion regarding participation in the recent rebellion. No informa- ton concerning their American ad- dresses is obtainable here.
Norwich bulletin., 1916-05-25

New Haven--sAt the annual meeting of the Knights of Columbus club Mon day night announcement was made tl7at at noon the purchase had been effected of a, new home for the club, the Hooker property on Orange street, to cost S24,00O.
Norwich bulletin., 1916-05-25
Only Needs One Arm.

General Obregon, who has only one arm, seems able to do more with it than any other Mexican with two. Scranton Republican.
Norwich bulletin., 1916-05-25
Wilson's at Grayson-
 Gordon Nuptials
tcontinued fr0m Page onel

afterward will live in Washington. Presents were received by the couples from the president and his wife, em- ployes at the White House, members of the cabinet and many government officials. senators and representatives.
 of Mrs. Wilson.
 The wedding cake. which was served at the reception, was made at the White House under the personal di- rection of Mrs. Wilson, who has been Miss Gordon's closest friend since the death of the latter's father several years ago. Both Mrs. Wilson, prior to her marriage to the president, and Miss Gordon were guests of his fam and the romances of the president and his wife and of Dr. Grayson and Mrs. Grayson proceeded together.
 Attention Was Divided.
 The president and his wife divided with the bride and groom the interest of the other guests at the ceremony. Just as Dr. Grayson reached the chan eel the president grasped his hand and said a few words of congratulations. He also grasped the hand of the bride, an opportunity being presented dur ing a slight delay caused by the loss of Miss Gordon's bridal bouquet. Just before the ceremony began it was found and restored to her.
 President Showered Confetti.
 When the couple left the Tourney residence, both the president and his wife joined other guests in showering them with confetti from second story windows. The president laughed heartily when white slipper thrown by one of the guests landed on top of their departing automobile and stayed there.
 President Wilson and his party left for Washington at 6.o2 o'clock.
 Higganun1-Robert E. Spencer, IS, father of Postmaster H. F. Spencer, died at his home Sunday.
Norwich bulletin., 1916-05-25
MANY MEXICAN MERCHANTS
 CLOSE THEIR PLACES
On Account of Ediet of carranza Raio-
 ing Value of Mexico Money.

Brownsville Texas, May s24.-Hun- dreds of small merchants in Mexico have been forced to close their places of business on account of a recent edict of General Carranza raising the value of Mexican money to ten cents when worth but two cents American money, according to reports received here.
 The Swiss president serves one year
Norwich bulletin., 1916-05-25

MiddIefield-Charles F. Lyman has a farm and orchard of over HOO acres, of which 125 to 250 acres is seeded to grass each year. Two years ago, he secured 100 tons of hay from 30 acres during a very dry season, through feeding his crops with quickly avail able fertilizer
Norwich bulletin., 1916-05-25

MT. and Mrs. George Scott and son, David Gallup Scott, and Miss Agnes Gallup of New York have arrived in town and have opened their summer home on East Main street.
 MT. and Mrs. Peter Hammacher and son, Henry Hammacner, spent Tuesday in Boston
Norwich bulletin., 1916-05-25
MYSTIC

Local Pastor officiates at Norwich Fu- neraI--W. c. T. U. Meetine-Personal Items.
Norwich bulletin., 1916-05-25
Return te Quebee.

MT. and Mrs. Harry Bates, who have been guests of the formers par ents. Rev. and Mrs. welcome E. Bates, for a few days, have returned to Que bee, where MT. Bates will await orders to go to the front, being a member of the heavy artillery and an officer in that city.
 Miss Greda Peterson is visiting in Norwich.
 Miss Ellen. Holmes has returned from a visit in Providence.
 Daniel Gilbert has been admitted to New London hospital as surgical patient.
 pr. and Mrs. John K. Bucklyn, Mrs Frank Dicqzerson, Mrs. oJsepi1ine Dick erson and Miss Edith Rathbun have returned from Plainfield, where they called ,on Mrs. Bucklyn's mother.
 Mrs. Frank Hobart and children are visiting MT. and Mrs. A. l.. Mo Laughlin in Jewett City.
 Mrs. Thomas Mercer has returned from a visit in Bridgeport. The regular meeting of the Woman S Christian Temperance union was held in their rooms on Bank square Tues day afternoon, Mrs. c. E. Newbury, the president, having charge of the meet ing.
Norwich bulletin., 1916-05-25
Was Former Parishioner,

Rev. Welcome B. Bates was in Nor wich to conduct the services at the funeral of Mrs. Benjamin H. Palmer, a former parishioner of MT. Bates at his first charge. It was at her home that Rev. and Mrs. Bates were well
Norwich bulletin., 1916-05-25
President showered Confetti.

Higganum-Robert E. Spencer, IS, father of Postmaster H. F. Spencer, died at his home Sunday.
Norwich bulletin., 1916-05-25
Children Who Are SiclIv

The Swiss president serves one year.
Norwich bulletin., 1916-05-25

The window representing the Ascen- sion, a memorial to Rev. William Mansfield Grcton, and donated by Mrs. Grotor has been placed in the west chancel of Christ Episcopal church, and is in keeping with the other beau- tiful memorial windows in that el1i- fee. Rev. Afr Groton was husband Of the former Miss Hannah Bahcock daughter of tIle late Horace Balbcock of Westerly. Rev. MT. Groton died In
The Colfax chronicle. [volume] (Colfax, Grant Parish, La.) 1877-1981, 1916-08-12
Taxable valuation :
signature Of voter.
NOTICE TO VOTER.


To vote in favor of the proposition submitted
on this ballot place (X) mark in the square al |
ter the word Yes. and to vote against the propo-
s,,,on Mace a similar mark in the square after
the word No.
Ana the secretary of this board be and he is
hsrehy INSTRUCTED to have prepared for use at
,hs said election all the necessary ballot boxes,
tally sheets. lists of voters, assessed valuation
., nroperty and compiled statements OF voters
In number and amount
s.,,,on q That the voters of that fractional
r.r, NJ school district No. located in ward B.
shsll have the right to participate and vote at
th. Bruce precinct in the said ward 2
s.ction 4 That the polling places for the said
.,sc,iop shall be at Pollock. Bruce. simms and
pa,,daa precincts. and the following shall serve
=. commissioners aud clerks of election:
poloek-o. ]. Hathaway. W. z. Guynes and
IA n siugley commissioners Fulton o'Quinn.
clerk.
pruca-Oyerton Thompson, r. b. Roach and
rrs,a evils. commissioners: o. l.. Nugent. CLERK
s,mms-w. e. Chandler. John Curry and Ben
car,,,yton commissioners; J. u. Couison. clerk
p.ydad-M. C. Buckner John NJ. Anthony and
~ GRAY. commissioners: l.. f. Hadnot, clerk
tn. said election shall be held under the state
law applleable thereto.
SETON & That the president OF this board Is
,.....,v instructed To give notice of the specia
.,.e,,on herein ordered by his proclamation &c
y. ,,b,ished according to law. and In the sa'o
,,.oc,amation he shall announce that at III o
clock ON Sept s. 1916 this board VIII meet
80 o.,cs at the court house at Co!fax. Gran
.,.h Ia TO open the ballot box. examin
a,5 count the ballots In number ana amouh'
examine and canvass the returns ana aeeiar
the result OF the election
Tho motion made by n. s. Roberts ior u
asontion of the above resolution was secohue
~ q I.ipcecum. aud being placed before 'n
,..ra nv the chair II was unanimously adopted
all of the members present voting In the a'"rin'
,,~. and the chair announced it carried.
u''' ]. II. McNEELY.
in WARNER. "''
Secretary.
The following ordinance was lntrouucs'
and being duly seconded IL "aS
mously adopted to wit:
AN ORDINANCE
To group district 10, u anu ID, a. az,
go in Grant Parish. La, ana 10 ui'
sr;h,,te ali funds derived from sptci
s,hool tax elections in said groups
.,istricts according TO the origihai ,e
,itorial subdivisions heretofore eNlsuh
y, accordance with the assessment
said district -, n,
De !, ordained by the the Parish Boa
~, school Directors of Parish OF Gran
r., in legal session convened;
Section One. That school distrlc.s ~
~ IA and 10 all situated in Grant Paris