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Imperial Valley press., 1916-06-15
French Statement.

Paris. June ia violent artillery
enga cement took place last night in
the vicinity of Aux. on the Verdun
front. There were no infantry ae-
tions before Verdun, the official state
ment of today says. The French car
ried a small German post near Veni-
zel, east of scissors.
A raid by French troops at Son.
germ, in the Vosges, resulted in the
capture of number Of Germans. The
text Of the statement says:
Between the River Oise and the
River Aisne a strong patrol of the
enemy was driven back with infantry
fire at a point southeast of Molin-
Sous Houvent. East Of scissors, we
have occupied a small German post
near Venizel.
"There has been intermittent ar
tillery fighting in the sectors on the
left bank of the Mcuse. On the right
bank, the enemy last night lombard
ed violently our positions north of
Thiamont, in the woods of Vaux and
Chapitre, and to the south of Fort
VauX. There has been no infantry
attacks here.
''In the Vosges, surprise attack
by French troops on skis upon a Ger
man detachment to the south of Son
germ (north of ThaEn) resulted in our
bringing back some prisoners"
Imperial Valley press., 1916-06-15

Directors to Meet-The directors Of
the Chamber of Commerce VIII meet
at the Barbara Worth hotel at 1880
this evening.
= x
L. & S. Airdome-Tonight's pro-
gram includes: "Mismates," three-part
drama; the Ade fable of "The Grass
Widow" and when Two Play n
Came" with Mr.. and Mrs. Sidney
Drew.
Dance Tomorrow-Invitation are
out for an overall and sack apron
dance to be given at Woodland Park
Open Air Pavilion tomorrow night.
Everybody is expecting the time Of
their lives.
Ice Cream Social-The Ladies' Aid
of the Methodist Episcopal church will
hold an ice cream social tonight, at
Epler's ranch. one mile north of town.
All intending to make the trip are
requested to travel via Main street to
first, then turn north, on account of
the railroad crossing at Euclid ave-
nue being torn up.
X. X X
One of the Hottest-Mercury today
reached 112 degrees, making this one
cf those rarely hot days which occa-
sionally mark the summer season here.
The probability is that there viii NOT
be more than three or four days du-
ring the season when the temperature
will reach so high a point. The high
temperature of last night gave tok-
en- of what was to be, and by 10 this
morning mercury had reached 102.
At Tulane Airdome-Special pro
gram tonight. Cleo Ridgeley, the
beautiful and clever little actress, will
be seen in "The Chorus Lady, five
part Lasky picture. The first epi-
sode of "The Mysteries of Myra," a
wonderful and extremely interesting
story, will start. A few slides Of
the El Centro people at the San Diego
fair will be shown, including the
Queen and Boy Scouts on parade.
These photos were taken by Hetzel.
Imperial Valley press., 1916-06-15
URIC ACID
SOLVENT
so Cent Bottle t32 Doses)
FREE

Just because you start the day rU1idies worried
On aching head burning and bearing down
nains in the back-worn out before the day
heeins-do not think you have to stay IN
that condition.
Be strong, well and vigorous. with a,Is no
more pains from stiff joints, sore muscles,
rheumatic suffering, aching back or Kidney
disease.
For any form of bladder trouble or weak
ness. its action is really wonderful. Ihose
sufferers who are in and out OF bed nan a
dozen times a night will appreciate the
rest comfort and strength this treatment
gives.
To prove The Williams Treatment con-
uuers kidney and bladder diseases, rheu-
matism and all uric acid troubles nc, no
matter how chronic or stubborn, II you
have never tried The Williams Treatment,
we will give one soc bottle (32 doses) free
il you will cut out this notice and send 1t
with your name and address. with loc 10
help pay distribution expenses, to Ihe Dr.
d. A. williams Company, Dept. 2s32D
New p. o. Block. East Hampton. Conn;
Send at once and you will receive by parcel
post regular roc bottle, without charge
and without incurring any obligations.
Imperial Valley press., 1916-06-15
A Standing Challenge.

The Imperial Valley Press will give
500 in cash to any other Imperial
Valley newspaper which will present
proof that it has paid circulation one
half 3. great as that of the Press,
the two newspapers each to appoint
an accountant and they to select q
third to pass on the evidence, the pos
tai regulations to govern-Adv.
Imperial Valley press., 1916-06-15
33rd TriennidI
C0nclave
Knights
Tennplar

in Los Angeles, from June II
to "a, and Knight Templar
Day in San Diego, Saturday,
June "a.
Special round trip rate,
Los Angeles and return,
$1O.5O. Special sleeper. All
fraters and friends, call at
once for reservations for
Saturday night, June II, On
Eugene D. White, SAG Main
street.
Imperial Valley press., 1916-06-15
TOO LATE TO CLASSIFY

and wife, on farm;
no objection to children; wages or
shares; 40 acres, all in cultivation;
good house; good place for good
worker. Address Worker, care
Press. x44
TAKEN UP-About May Is, stray
horse, branded. M. R. Mercereau,
Holtville. x42
Imperial Valley press., 1916-06-15
MAINLY PERSONAL

Mr.. and Mrs. w. R. Waldrop and
two children, w. R. Whitworth and
Miss Maude Poole left this morning
in two autos, intending to drive to
Dallas, Tex, thence to Kansas City,
Ogden, down the Columbia river to
Portland and thence home by way of
Shasta. They expect to be three
months on the roao.
Imperial Valley press., 1916-06-15

1t will not come true until the question of preparedness
settledprobably by the ending of the European war
and the calming down of the niltaristic hysteraand
this may not be until 1920. .
But even in 1920 need not look for mllennal pois
tics Men will still struggle for place and favor The best
that can be hoped is that voters will have chance to vote
real issues, not bogus
Imperial Valley press., 1916-06-15
Cotton Market.

Cotton gained about 10 points to-
cay, according to reports to the Long
Staple Cotton Growers Association:
New Orleans Open. Noon. Close.
July ....1254 1869 1868
Oct. 1878 1878
Spots, 1863. Sales, 3,595.
New York Open. Noon. Close.
July .............12.67 1918 1881
Oct. .12.S5 1898 1926
Imperial Valley press., 1916-06-15
Club Party Friday.

Ten Thousand Club card party, Fri
day evening, June Is, at the Griswold
home, go Olive street. Members and
friends cordially welcomed. Score
cards, 35 cents. 38
Imperial Valley press., 1916-06-15

Get your Ladies Home Journal, Sat
urday Evening Post and Country Cen
tleman at Brads Smoke Shop.-Adv.
Imperial Valley press., 1916-06-15

10c Kodak developing for 6 expos
ures: any size film. Baldridge Drug
Co.-Adv.
Imperial Valley press., 1916-06-15

Leo F. Maxon, painting and tinting.
653 Hamilton.-Adv.
Imperial Valley press., 1916-06-15

For Sale-1a4 inch Winona wagon,
with rack and springs. Ed Royce, 632
Main. 90
Imperial Valley press., 1916-06-15

Brad's Smoke Shop for fresh Ci-
gars and Tobacco. Wholesale and re-
tail.-Adv.
Imperial Valley press., 1916-06-15

DR.. W. E.Lyons, Osteopathic Physician,
1916 Dunaway Bldg. Phone 145.-Adv
Imperial Valley press., 1916-06-15

Brick storage with insurance. Ed
Royce.-Adv.
Imperial Valley press., 1916-06-15

To the Casual Reader
To those who only occasionally see the
IMPERIAL VALLEY PRESS
M Centre by carrier and elsewhere in Imperial County
by mail, daily eXs eXeept Jt,SS Sunday; naf 40 vpAp
At any time everybody should read daily newspa-
per- but this year, Of all times, one should Go SO.
LOCAL AND COUNTY NEWS
means much of interest to all residents at all times and
these items thoroughly covered in these columns
IRRIGATION AFFAIRS
are covered in wholly independent way by the Press and
with fairness to all parties.
APOLrTICAL YEAR.
This, too, is political year. The nation must elect
new chief executive and must keep informed it he
she is to perform the duty of aiding in the election The
Press covers politics. all things ese with fairness to all
sides.
EDITORIAL COMMENTS.
While the Press has decided views of it's pub
lie questions and gives expression to those views it
specs the contrary opinions OF Others and the first law
Of this newspaper is to derry the honorable motives
of Others however much it may disagree with them
the wisdom OF specific acts
CLASSIFIED ADVERTISEMENTS.
In these columns more classified advertisements
than in any other valley paper for the that the
Press always has been recognized the Public Market
Place for all Imperial Valley.
WILL YOU TELL YOUR NEIGHBORS?
We have difficulty in getting people to realize
that they can have daily newspaper for year for
dollar Will you help by mentioning this remarkable
fact to your neighbors?
ALWAYS IN ADVANCE.
It costs but third of cent day to have this news
paper delivered to your home shop, but always
quire cash in advance and always discontinue the sub
scription at expiration No cent for
the paper That is the chief why it so cheap
In Imperial County One Year, One Dollar
Elsewhere One Year, Two Dollars
Imperial Valley press., 1916-06-15
CITY AND VALLEY

Directors to Meet-The directors oI
the Chamber of Commerce VIII meet
at the Barbara Worth hotel at 7:3(
this evening.
Norwich bulletin., 1916-05-25
PER.soNAL.s

John IT Lee tnas been an New York on a business trip.
 J. F. cosgrove of Boston is visit ing here for a few days.
 Frank 0. Grandy of stonington was a visitor with relatives in Norwich early in the week.
 Miss Annie Wilson of Norwich pass ed Friday with her father and brother in TWakefeld. Westerly Sun.
 Mrs. c. CI Saunders and son will fam of Union street have returned from New York, where they have been spending a few days.
 Richard Lewis and Messrs Camp bell and Sharp and Clinton Lane went on 6 fishing trip Wednesday morning and returned with a fine string of trout.
 Russell Hunt, formerly of this city, who is now employed by a Chicago publishing concern, is spending few days with his parents, MT. and Mrs. P. J. Hunt of Huntington place.
 Mrs. James C. Macpherson left on Tuesday for Saratoga, N. Y, where she will pass the remainder of Ole week with MT. Macpherson, who has been a delegate to the Methodist con- ference there for the past month.
Norwich bulletin., 1916-05-25
OBITUARY
Nathan ooodsped Gilbert

It will be with much regret that the many friends of Nathan G. Gilbert learn of his death which occurred at his home No. 49 Broad street at eleven o'clock Wednesday night. MT. Gilbert had been in poor health for some time, his illness dating back to last October.
 Nathan Goodspeed Gilbert was born at Norwich February 24, 1850, the son of Nathan S. and Mary J. (Geer) Gilbert He received his education in the schools of this city and at the Cheshire Academy, since which time he has been connected with the firm of N S. Gilbert & Sons of which he was at his death the junior partner, and in which he has had an interest since the firm name was adopted.
 MT. Gilbert was a member of Christ Episcopal church where he has been a vestryman for the past 35 years and in politics he was a republican. He was member of Somerset Lodge, No. 34, F. and A. M., Franklin chapter, R. A. M., Franklin Council, No. g., R. & s. M. and Columbian Comandery. No. 4, K. T.
 On June 2s, 1875, MT. Gilbert was united in marriage with Miss Jessie Adela Bishop, by whom he is survived, together with one daughter, Mrs. John F. Stowell Gilbert of New York city. There are also three grandchildren. He also leaves a brother, s. Alpheus Gilbert who was associated with him in business.
 l The deceased was one of Norwich's well known business men. He was deeply interested in whatever per- | tained to the welfare of the connuni- ty and in his passing Norwich has lost a highly respected and worthy citizen Rev. Charles Moves, l Rev. Charles Moves, who died Tues. | day at his residence on Carroll ave nue, was born at Petersham, Mass, 1T
 1885. He was the son of Dr. George Rapall Moves, Hancock, professor O Hebrew and other Oriental languages
 at Harvard and 8 noted biblical schoI 1 ar. MT. Moves graduated from liar.
 yard college in 1856 and from the liar yard Divinity school three years later From 1860 to 1904 ne was almost con I tinuously engaged in ministerial worl in the Unitarian denomination, hi
 successive pasforates being Brighton
 Mass, Northfield, Mass, Cincinnati O., Clinton, Mass, and North Andovel
 Mass, when in 1904 he retired fror
 active work, his society at North An
 dover, in appreciation of his 20 year'
 devnted service, elected him paste
 emeritus.
 MT. Noyes was married in 1860 t
 Mary Lucretia Hyde, who survive him. They have had three children
 Mary Eliza Moves (Mrs. B. c. Forbes , died in 1892), Edith Rapall Noye
 (ATrs. Charles D. White, Norwich - 7eorge RapaH Moves, Berkele!
 Cali.
Norwich bulletin., 1916-05-25
AT THE AUDITORIUM.
Motion Pictures.

The Unwritten Law, with Beatriz Michelena in the leading role, was shown Wednesday at the Auditorium to big houses at both afternoon and evening performances, and the general impression seemed to be that this dra- matic masterpiece came up in every respect to what the advance advertis- ing said of it. The pfotoplay follows closely the stage success by the same name and in it Miss Miehelena shows herself to be an emotional actress of the first water. The story is one of human emotions, but of the better sort for the most part, and is brought up to a wonderful climax in which the star is given ample opportunity to dis play her exceptional talents. The fin- ish, although strongly dramatic, leaves a pleasant taste in the mouth, and on the whole The Unwritten Law is one of the greatest screen dramas ever seen in Norwich. Beatriz Michelena is supported by a very capable cast, prominent in which is Andrew Robson, brother of Eleanor Robson, wtlo is e0- ceptionally good as Larry Mccarthy, the betrayer. Worthy of mention also is the work of Baby Felice Rix, who shows wonderful talent for a child of her years. A Pathe news film Of cur rent events completes the bill.
Norwich bulletin., 1916-05-25
MAY ACCEPT LARGER
 POSTAL SAVINGS DEPOSITS
Postmaster John p. Murphy is Noti-
 fled of New Legislation.

According to a notice received by John P. Murphy larger postal saw. ings deposits will now be accepted at the local office. This has been made possible by an important amendment to the postal savings act just approved by President Woodrow Wilson.
 A postal savings depositoE may now have an account amounting to 8 900 upon which interest will be paid. For merly $500 was the maximum amount he could have to his credit This en- largement of postal savings facilities will be very gratifying to thousands of depositors who have already reach ed the old $500 limit and are anxious to entrust more of their savings to Un- cle Sam. Another feature of the amendment that will avoid further embarrassment to the public and to postal officials is the doing away with the limit on the amount that could be accepted from depositor monthly. Under the old law only $1OO could be deposited in a calendar month. The amendment abolishes this restriction While the postal savings system has already proved a signal success as is shown by the fact that more than half million depositors have over eighty million dollars standing to their. credit still it has fallen short of meeting the full demands of the public because o1 the restrictions which have now been 1 eliminated.
Norwich bulletin., 1916-05-25
PEARL STREET PUPILS
 HEARD ADDRESSES.
Comrades Saunders and Wiley Were Accompanied by Scout commissioner Bruce.


 Tuesday at 10 a. m. Comrades George R. Saunders and Edward Wiley of Sedgwick post visited Pearl street school, the former addressing the pu- pills, who were assembled, in the large room. The visitors were accompanied by Scout Commissioner Benjamin M. Bruce. who spoke inspiringly on the work of the Boy Scouts, and by Rev. F. w. Coleman, who also addressed the children in an interesting way.
 Tuesday afternoon Comrade Saun- ders visited High street school, speak ing of the work of the Grand Army before the pupils in two of the rooms. He was accompanied by Lafayette Starr of New London. a G. A. R. man, who spoke as did also Capt. D. w Wilbur of the Salvation Army.
 "Wednesday morning Sachem street school was visited by Comrades Wiley and Saunders and Rev. C. A. Northrop The visitors were met by two Boy Scouts, who escorted them into the building, where the children were as- sembled in one room. Patriotic ad- dresses were made and at the close the scouts again did escort duty.
 In the various schools the visitors were cordially welcomed.
 Today 1Thursday) the G. A. R. meT will visit ThameSville and Greenevill, schools and tomorrow they will go tS | the Mt. Pleasant street building.
Norwich bulletin., 1916-05-25
PRIZE SPEAKING CONTEST
 AT PoouETANucK.
Clarence spicer Takes First Prize in Senior Class, and Miss Rachel Gall Iup in Junior Class.

An enthusiastic audience listened to the prize speaking contest of the Poquetanuck public school which was held in the parish house, Poquetanuclx, Wednesday evening. The speaking was of special merit and the elocutionary excellence delivered was very unusual for pupils of their age. and for the length of time spent in training. The judges of the contest were At torney Charles l.. Stewart of tllis city, Rev. G. F. Goodenough of Iedya1'd and L. A. CrandaI; of the Norwich Com mercial school.
 The prize winners were: Seniors First, Clarence Spicer; second, Harriet Williams; honorable mention, Helen Weeder. Juniors-First. Miss Raehe Gallup; second, Miss Pearl Fish anC Miss Maud Wooley. As the two con- testants for second prize in the junior contest spoke so well, the judges awarded Miss Fish the prize ana awarded Miss Wooley a special money prize made up by the judges. The contest was under the direction of the state supervisor, G. c. Swift The teachers of the school are the fol lowing: Miss Taylor, Miss Stone, Mis- Sophia Hollowell.
 The programme follows: l Monk Felix,
 Harriet Williams. He Worried About It,
 Elmer Avery. l Driving Home the Cows, Alice Johnson. The Blue and the Gray, 1 Nancy Partridge. Schoolboy to the Schoolmaster,
 Louis Baral. Skeleton in ArImor,
 Louise Muench. Removing the Steps, Harold Mansfield. | The Blind Men and the Elephant,
 Helen Weeder. The Tempest,
 Leslie Hardness. The Fashionable Schoolgirl,
 Helen Willett A Bit of Humor. !, Clarence Spicer A Legend of the Northland, Laura Baer. Piano solo,
 Harold Mansfield Violin solo. Harriet Williams. Piano solo, Milton Mcclure Song, The Lost Pony,
 Primary Pupils.
 Laura Baer. The Duel, , Maude Woolley. MT. Nobody, Lillian Nomer. The Night Wind, Rachel Gallup.
 Frieda Muench. l The Dead Doll,
 Dorothy wilcox. The Fox in the We'll, Pearl Fish. : Ship of State. : Lois WilIett.
Norwich bulletin., 1916-05-25
TRoLLEYmEN VOTE
 ON. WAGE PRoPosITloN
ofFicials Declined to Make Public Re
 suit of Vote Taken.

The local troIleymen of the Shore Line system met in Union hall Wed nesday night and voted on the wage proposition presented by the officials Of the road The trolleymen's ofh- cials refused to give out the result of the vote but 1t is understood that they are strongly in favor of not accept ing the company's proposition.
 The company's proposition follows: 26 cents an hour for the first year men; 27 cents an hour for the second year men; 28 cents for the third year; 20 cents for the fourth year: 30 cents for the fifth year, and S2 cents for men thereafter.
 The trolleymen demand 28 to 35 cents an hour from one to two years, with time and a half for overtime meal tickets and the recognition of the union.
 The officials of the trolleymen will not give out the result of the vote until all the unions in the system have voted and the vote is assembled.
 The New London men voted Tues day night, Westerly will meet tonight and Saybrook Friday night. The day men met at 8 p. m.. and the night mer ! at a. m.
Norwich bulletin., 1916-05-25
Worked Degrees On Class Of Twenty
Wednesday Evening Two New Members Received Supper Follows Degree Work.

and most enjoyable social hour was passed by all.
 The general committee in charge of the arrangements for the supper com prised Mrs. Eugene Saunders, Mrs. Jerome K. Conant, Mrs. Herman Puk- allus, Mrs Howard Revell and p. H. Berry, and they were assisted by Mrs Herbert R Branche and Mrs Charles A. Hagberg.
 Tale waitresses were Mrs. Clarence Barber, Mrs. Peleg Bromley, Mrs. Charles A. Gager, IT,, Mrs. Susie Lilli- bridge, Mrs. Jennie Mitchell, Mrs. Will liam Murray, Miss Annie Pulzallus and Miss Hattie Thomas.
 The lecturers programme was omit ted, as the degree work took up a good part of the evening. The meet ing was. one of the most largely at- tended this season and unusual inter est was shown in the business trans acted. Norwich grange is rapidly in- creasing its membership and is one oi the most prominent organizations ir the city.
Norwich bulletin., 1916-05-25
ARRANGING SPECIAL MEETING
Y. M. c. A. Has Invited G. A. R. and Other Organizations to Attend Sum day Meeting.

On the coming Sunday afternoon at S.30 D. m. there will be held in the large store of the Thayer building, under the auspices of the local Y. M. c. A., meeting of unusual interest and while the service is form members of the G. A. R. and kindred organiza- tions the general public will be well comed.
 The Y. M c. A. has invited the Grand Army men, the Woman's Re- lief Corps, the Sons of Veterans and the Boy Scouts.
 The speaker will be Attorney Chas. l.. Stewart, who has been heard on several occasions with pleasure; he has selected as his subject "'The He roes of Connecticut and the address will certainly be an interesting one.
 In addition to the address there will be special music by Swahn's orchestra.
Norwich bulletin., 1916-05-25
Women Get Relief

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 It is unnecessary for you to suffer with neuralgia or pains ia the face and head. Women folks as well as "A men are now using Minard's (X4
 Eminent to relieve pain ,in-k kSTS&\ stant1y. This time trie dGMXN physician's prescription is all { [SMke9N that is ever needed to give HSYI <1n quick relief. It is a won- ff1'EGlI derfully soothing, creamy N1SASN( liniment that does not stain or 7-t blister and is positively pure, clean and easy to use. Ask. your drug. gist or your nofghbor, for Minard's has been used in many homes for mora than sixty years as the one dependable liniment for pain of all kinds.
Norwich bulletin., 1916-05-25
EMPLoYEs PRESENT GIFTS
 TO RETIRING oVERsEER
Jackston Thornes Leaves Hall Bros.
 Mill to Engage In Other Business.

Jackson Thornes, overseer of card ing an dspinning for Hall Bros in their mill at Trading Cove for the past eighteen years, has resigned and after a brief vacation will engage in anoth- CT line of business.
 As a token of their good will and esteem, the employees under his charge presented him with handsome gold watch chain and charm. MT. Thornes was completely taken by surprise, but when he had recovered, expressed his words
Norwich bulletin., 1916-05-25
Elected Fraternity President.

LeRoy A. Swan, son of MT. and Mrs A. c. Swan, of this city, who is student at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, has recently been elect ed president of the s. A. E. fraternity, of which he is very prominent mem Der. He is a graduate of the Norwich Free Academy and while attending the local high school took an active part in athletics.
Norwich bulletin., 1916-05-25
THE WONDERS OF GAS
What You Gan Do With Gas

Gas is ready any minute of the day or night, in any quantity and in any part of the house.. You don't have to car- ry it about. No smoke, no ashes, no disagreeable odors, no heavy and clumsy apparatus, and a gas company handy who will see that your appli- ances are working properly if you ask them to do so.
 You can cook with gas, heat water for washing, do the laundry work. light your house, take the chill from rooms on cold days; why, if you wanted to, you could have a gas engine pump the water for you if that was necessary.
 It would take a larger space than that occupied by this advertisement to enumerate all of the many things that may be done with gas, and as space is rather expensive, we would suggest that you call at our office and see for yourself how many things may be done.