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Norwich bulletin., 1916-05-26
COurtmartiaI For
 Texas MiIitiamen
11e WHO FAILED TO RESPOND
 FOR BORDER SERVICE
ORDERED BY PRESIDENT
euardsmsn Are Subject to Fines or Imprisonment, as the Court May Di-
 rect, With the Approval of President.

Washington, May 25.-One hundred and sixteen Texas .militianen who have failed to respond to the call for service on the Mexican border will be courtmartialed by President Wilson.
 Fine or Imprisonment.
 They will be subject to fines or inn prisonment. as the court may direct, with the approval of the president. Secretary baker announced today that the guardsmen would be tried promptly under the Dick law, revers- ing previous decision to delay ac- under the new Hay Chamberlain army reorganizat ton bill. The president himself will appoint the coOrtmartial and Major General Funston has been instructed to recommend it's members, a majority of whom must be officers of the Texas National Guard.
 Awaiting Report About New Mexico
 and Arizona Guardsmen.
 So far no steps have been taken to- ward prosecuting New Mexico and Arizona guardSmen who, like the Tex ans. have failed to present themselves for muster" a further report from General Funston regarding them is awaited.
 Statement by Secretary Baker.
 Secretary Baker tonight issued the following statement explaining the ac- tion of the war department:
 ''The Dick bill provides as an of- Of the national guard to present them selves for muster when called upon by the president to do so. One hun dred and sixteen members of the Texas National Guard are reported to have failed to so present themselves guilty of failure to present themselves | for muster.
 Hereafter Gall Will Mean Muster.
 When the pending legislation is | approved and the militia of the states IS reorganized and federalized there. under, the obligation of the enlisted l men of the national guard will be tG preserve constitutions of the United l States and their respective states ana l the lawful orders of the president anC | the governors of their respectiv, { states. Thereafter when the preSiden issues call to the national guar, | the call win of it's own force muste 1 each member of the national guart into the federal service and it will u longer be necessary for the men t present themselves for muster.
 .,The offense denounced by the .Dicl bill therefore will be impossible as | will not be- required that the mel ter.
 Liable to Punishment.
 The Dick bill, not being repealet 1 expressly, remains in force. The II men in question having taken an oatl to preserve the constitution of tn United States and to obey the lawfu orders of the governor of Texas an not having yet taken an oath to obe the president as commander in chic. must still present themselves for mus ter. They are capable, therefore, c committing the offense in the Die bill and are. therefore, liable to pun ishment.
 T have decided to have the cour martial assembled by command of tn president and have asked Geners Funston to recommend the memper thereof. While l shall not prescrib, l shall be inclined to recommend tha the proceedings be abated in case where the men are willing to take tn , 1 oath"
Norwich bulletin., 1916-05-26
MEDIATION RESOLUTION
 INTRODUCED IN SENATE
Would Authorize President Wilson to
 Propose a Truce.

Washington, May 25.-A resolution requesting the president, unless in compatible with the public interest, to suggest to warning nations of Europe that the United States undertake me- diation, was introduced in the senate late today by Senator Lewis of Iln- nois, to lie on the table for discussion later.
 The result would authorize the pres ident to propose that the belligerents declare a truce and that each of them select a neutral country as its repre- sentative on a board of arbitration thus created; each selected neutral would name one member of the board ovr which the president or his repre- sentative would preside as referee. Under the plan each bel1igerent would present it's demands or claims to the board which would be authorized to arrive at an equitable adjustment.
 The resolution recites that 1t is sug- gested as an expression of the desire for world peace and not of favorftism for any of the belligerents.
Norwich bulletin., 1916-05-26
MAJOR MOTION INSTALLED AS
 PRINCIPAL OF TUsKEeEE
Will Endeavor to Follow Out the Pol icy of Late Booker T. Washington

Tuskegee, Ala, May 25.-Major Robert R. Moton, a negro of unmixed blood, was installed here this after noon as principal of Tuskegee Insti- tute, founded by the late Booker T. Washington for the industrial educa- tion of the negro race.
 In his installation address, Major AIoton indicated he would endeavor to follow out the policy of pr. Washing ton.
 While the outlook was never more hopeful, the negro problem is not yet solved" said Major Moton While there is great encourag cement in the fact that TO per cent of the negro population can read and write, it ns not safe to assume that TO per cent. of the negroes are fully and truly edu- cated. Our progress in this country has been wonderful and we have every reason for rejoicing; but shiftlessness, disease, 4neff1ciency and crime are en- tirely too prevalent among our people. Color and conduct still count in this question, but let us remember that conduct counts more than color"
Norwich bulletin., 1916-05-26
GREAT CONGRESS OF WOMEN
 OF THE AMERICAS IN 1920
To be Urged by President of General
 Federation of Women's Clubs.

New York. May 25-In her annual address tomorrow before the thirteenth biennial convention of the General Federation of Women's Clubs, Mrs. Percy V. Pennybacker, the president, will urge the women of the United States to take the first step in a struggle for internationalism, by call ing a great congres sof the women of the Americas for 1920. She will re- commend, she said tonight that under the proper, conditions the United States government be asked to heIp finance such congress-
 The coordination of the efforts of the women of North and South Ameri- ca in behalf of world peace, Mrs Pennybacker believes, will go far to- ward accomplishing that end In line with this idea, Mrs. Pennybacker al today's session approved the report of the executive committee, recommend ing afhliation of the federation with the national council of women.
Norwich bulletin., 1916-05-26
ClOture Rule on
 Naval Bill Debate
DECIDED UPON BY DEMOCRATIC
 HOUSE LEADERS
DEBATE TO END JUNE 2
All Three of the Administrations Big
 Preparedness Measures Moved For
 ward Toward Enactment Yesterday.

Washington, May 25.-Democratic house leaders prepared today a rule to close all debate on the naval appro- priation bill on Friday. June at 4 p. m. The bill probably will be called up next Saturday.
 All three of the administrations big preparedness measures moved for ward step toward enactment today.
 $15o,Oo0.ooo For Army.
 The army appropriation bill, carry ing $150s000,000. was agreed upon by the house military committee. Secre- tary Baker now is going over the re- organization bill and as soon as he makes a report the president is ex- pected to sign it.
Norwich bulletin., 1916-05-26
FOUR NORWICH UNIVERSITY
 soPHoMoREs ExPELLED
Thirty Others Members suspendse-
 Result of Hazins Prank.

Northneld, Vt. May 25.-Four sophomores of Norwich University were expelled and the thirty other members of the class suspended lu- definitely today as result of haz- ing prank in which five freshmen were injured.
 ago when freshmen were compelleo to "run the gauntlet" of the soplc nores, who are alleged to have thrown. them into a pond after beating them severely. Five freshmen suffered se- vere body bruises and were removed to the infirmary for treatment.
Norwich bulletin., 1916-05-26
WAITE TELLS OF lDIOSYNCRACIES
Barred Sordid Secrets of His Life in an Effort to Save
 Himself From the Electric Chair
CALM AND COLLECTED AS HE TOOK TIE STAND

Prisoner Commenced His Lifes Story by Recalling That Child He Was Cruel Animals Made Frank Admission of Series of ts-Es Total Thefts During His Freshman Year at the University of Michigan Amounted to About $5eO-Was Expelled From His Fraternity When Sophomore for Steaing-Later Stole $1,500 While Working for Dentist Supply House-Made Living in Canada by Cheating Pool-Told of WOong Miss Peck Almost Broke the Engagement Two Weeks Before Their Mayrioge-Prior His Marriage Miss Peck He Put Ground Glass in Marmaade and Gave it o Her and Frequently Gave Her ViruIent Germs-Cavs Mrs. Peck Millions of Germs, Including Typhoid, Diph theria and Pneumonia
Norwich bulletin., 1916-05-26
GLASS WORKERS STRIKE
 AT MERIDEN SETTLED.
Silver Workers of International Silver
 Go. Are Still Out.

Meriden. Conn, May 25.-The strike of the glass workers of the Interna- been on since last October was settled according to an announcement made by George IT. Wilcox, president of the company. About 150 are involved.
 The strike of the silver workers. af- fecting several thousand workers in this city and in Wallingford is still un- settled.
 The glass workers, it was announced will be put to work as soon as places for them can be found. They will re- turn on a ffty-ffve hour a week basis, The details of the settlement were not lxiven out but it was stated that it was satisfactory to the men and the com pany. Tn heir original demands the glass workers asked for a ndne hour day and increase in wages.
Norwich bulletin., 1916-05-26
NO LET-UP IN FURY
 OF VERDUN BATTLE.
Germans Are Keeping Up Unprecedented Bombard-
 ments and Vicious Infantry Attacks
FRENCH REPLYING TO GERMANS SHOT FOR SHOT

-eutons Have Made Another Gain, Occupying French Trenches the Southwest of Fort Douaumont-North
 west of Verun the Germans Have Increased Their Ar
 tiery Fire, Around Hill BOA, Probably in Preparation for Another Infantry Attack for Possession of Vantage
 Point-Rome Reports the Repulse of Austrians in the Region Southeast of Trent and Across the Border In Italy-Perograd Reports Junction of Russian Troops With the British Forces in the Region of Kut-eAara
Norwich bulletin., 1916-05-26
HOME SQUAD" OF NEW
 YORK PoLIcE MAKE ARREST
AdoIph de Leeuw Charged With Re- veaIing Contents of Government Documents.

New York, May aS.-A man giving the name of Adolph de Leeuw, s4 years old, a native of Holland, was arrested tonight by Captain Tuuney, head of the bomb squad" of the New York police, charged with revealing the contents of government documents and offering them for sale in viola ton Of the penal lew.
 De 1eeuw Is accused of offering to reveal to Captain Guy daunt, naval attaohe of the British embassy, the contents of seven letters, four of which bore the seal of the imperial German embassy at Washlngtcn,
Norwich bulletin., 1916-05-26

New York, May 25.-Dr. Arthur War ren Waite calmly recounted on the witness stand today in an effort to safe himself from conviction for murder, by showing that he was of unsound mind, how he attempted to cause the death of Miss Katherine Peck, the wealthy aunt of his wife and his own benefactor, by feeding her dis ease germs. He told also of trying to kill his wife's parents, MT. and Mrs. John B. Peck, in the same way be- fore resorting to poison. He testi- fled. in addition, regarding his re- lations with Mrs. Margaret Horton, his studio companion.
 Put Ground Glass in MarmaIade.
 Waite said he put ground glass in a can of marmalade and gave it to Miss Katherine Peck prior to his mar riage. He also put disease germs ir
Norwich bulletin., 1916-05-26
TO MAINTAIN DISCIPLINE
 TO FRIVOLOUS PLEASURES
General Conference of M. E. Church
 Retains Restrictions.

Saratoga Springs. N. F.. May 26.-- The penalty of expulsion contained in paragraph 271 of the discipline of the Methodist Episcopal church for the members who play cards, dance, att tend the theatre or engage in other similar amusements, will remain in effect for another four years at least as the result of action taken today by the general conference. An attempt which, was led by Chancellor James Day, of Syracuse University, to se- cure the removal e<- the prohibition, failed by vote of l84 to 36O. The figures are almost identical with those of four years ago. when similar pro- pdaal was doGeated.
Norwich bulletin., 1916-05-26

can of fish and gave that to her. Afterwards he frequently gave her germs of other varieties, including ty- phoid, while he was studying bac- teriology.
 Tried to Produce Gerns Himself. He tried to produce the gerras him. self, he said, but his cultures failed and he purchased them He was able to buy germs of diphtheria, pneumo- mia, influenza spinal meningitis and other diseases.
 What did you want of the germs z he was asked.
 T wanted to give them to certain people" he replied. Germs Not Virvulent Enough to Suit
 Waite.
 The trouble with the germs, Waite (continued on Page Tsnl
Norwich bulletin., 1916-05-26
JAIL SENTENCES FOR
 ALLEGED LEADERS OF RIOT
Six Others Were Fined s2o and Costs
 Each in Ansonia.

Ansonia, Conn.,, May 25.-Two alleged leaders in the strike riot at the plant of the Ansonia, Manufacturing com pany last week were today given jail sentences and fines; six others were man was allowed to go free.
 Sam Koopla and Michael SchmobcIy were Ghe ones sent to jail. They will serve a term Of four months in addi- tion to paying a fine of $25 each.
Norwich bulletin., 1916-05-26
GIFT or s1Oo0oo BY
 E. B. ATWOOD OF sToNiNeToN
For the Purpose of Assisting Deserving Youths to Obtain an Education.

stonington, Conn, May 25.-Eugene B. Atwood of this town, one of the owners of the Atwood Machine com pany, announced his gift of a fund of S1O0.000 for the purpose of assisting any deserving boy or girl to obtain a professional or business education. The announcement was made through State Attorney c. Hadlai Hullg of New Lon don who with his son, Attorney c. Hadlai Hull. will act as trustees and managers of the money which will be known as the Eugene Atwood fund. It is not restricted In any way and will be available in the fall.
Norwich bulletin., 1916-05-26
CabIed Paragraphs
Temps opposed to Peace Neeotiatior

Temps Opposed to Peace Negotiations
 Paris, May 25, 7.So a. m-The Temps in an editorial today again goes on record as not faXoring any idea of peace negotiations. Tt seems, says the Temps, that President Will son thinks his refusal to pass judg- ment gives him a right to intervene. To have tolerated the violation of the neutrality of Belgium does not create for him the right to participate in the restoration of Belgium.
Norwich bulletin., 1916-05-26
crnwn for M. VanizeIos.

Paris, May 25, LIS p. m.-The elec- tors of AIytilene, the home of former Premier Venizelos, of Greece, have opened subscription which has aI- ready reached the sum of 30,000 drachmas, with the object of present. ing to M. Venizelos their deputy in the Greek chamber, a. crown of gold set with precious stones, says a Ha- vas despatch from Athens under date of May A.
Norwich bulletin., 1916-05-26
ACTION ON NOMINATION
 OF 1RANDIEs POSTPONED
Friends of Nominee in the Senate
 Consented to the Deferment.

Washington, May 25.-By unanimous consent. action on the nomination of Louis D. Brandies to the supreme court was postponed by the senate to- day at it's executive session. Senators opposed to confirmation desired addi- tional time in which to determine their course. With the understanding that opposition senators soon would reach a decision and with the hope that the brief postponement might result in an immediate vote on confirmation with out debate either in executive or open session, friends of MT. Brandies con- scented to the matter going over un- til tomorrow.
Norwich bulletin., 1916-05-26
THIRTEEN WOMEN
 FINED sS AND COSTS.
For RIotIns Tn Reetory oF a Church at
 Bridgeport.

Bridgeport, Conn, May 2E.--Thirteen tory of the Church of SaurYts Cyril and methodius were fined S5 and costs in city court today. Judge F. A. Bartlett warned the women that they must settle peaceahiy their differences with in the church.
Norwich bulletin., 1916-05-26
A KENTUCKY FEuD BROKE
 OUT TN GENERAL. BATTLE.
Has Been Dormant Some Time
 One Man Killed, Two Men Wounded.

Lexington, Ky, May 26.-The Kim befl-Lacy feud in Wayne county, which has been lying dormant for some time, broke out today and in a general battle, June Kimbe1I was ISill- ed and Calvin and George Lacey bad ly wounded. according to word received here. It was not reported how many took part in the battle.
Norwich bulletin., 1916-05-26
100 PER CENT DIVIDEND sy
 STANDARD OIL co. oE OHIO
oapltaIizatlon Increased From 9s.5oo
 ooO to s7,ooo,ooo.

Cleveland, May 5--stockholders ef the Standard Oil Company of Ohio to- day authorized a stock dividend cE .1.- b60. .00e oT 100 per cent. Action e aiao taken to increase the capitalI11 - ion of the company from f3.f11 900 fo kT.0oO .00o, The compan7,s actlon W4r bsssd on Eurplus December e cl 1f. 1feieoo,
Norwich bulletin., 1916-05-26
cobbIer Killed n HIs Shop.

IIonBdale. R. [, May 25s-Henry s, Briggs, an aged cobbler, was found dead fin his shop today. the victim ap- pareux1y of an attack by robbers. He was known to carry considerable money, which was missing when the police saearched the bodx
Norwich bulletin., 1916-05-26
JUDGE FINED MEN $15o;
 BUT APPROVED THEIR ACTION
Two Prominent Louisiana Men En- gagged in Prearraneed Fist Fight.

Baton Rouge. La, May 25.-Adju- tant General McNees and A. D. Stew art, a prominent New Orleans hotel man, each paid $150 fine in city court today for their pre-arranged fist fight on the capitol lawn yesterday, which they designated as "an affair of hon or" Judge Odom in imposing the fines said:
 cd, but it is against the law and I will have to fine you"
Norwich bulletin., 1916-05-26

The American steamer Ventura re- ported on her arrival at Sidney, N. S. w.. that she had picked up at sea wireless messages from the station at Tuckerton, N. J., while 5000 miles from the plant.
Norwich bulletin., 1916-05-26

Spain will act with the United States to aid in getting Red Cross supplies admitted to Germany.
Norwich bulletin., 1916-05-26
Will of Robert Hale Ives Coddard,

aNarwlcax, R. |, May 25-.Fhe win of Che late Robert Hale Ives Goddard, capitalist and m1anufacturer, was ad- rnitted to probate this afternoon by Judge Eaxry e. Curtis. The bond was fixed by the count ct $3.o00 .000, the largest ever ordered by this tribunal, Do return an inventory sof the estate, the value of which, 1t ls lssbelieved, will exceed this sum.
Norwich bulletin., 1916-05-26

William J. Bryan declared that he does not place much reliance in pub hshed reports that prohibition leaders are counting on him as their presi- dent1al candidate.
Norwich bulletin., 1916-05-26
Movements of Steamships.

Glasgow, May 24.-Arrived: Steam CT Pomeranian, Boston.
 KirkwaIl, May 22.-Sailed: Steamer Helig OIav (from Copenhagen New Liverpool, May 24.-Sailed: Steam. ed Celtic, New York.
 Kirkwall, May 23-Sailed: Steam.
Norwich bulletin., 1916-05-26

Hartford, Conn, May 25.-Gov. Mar GUS H. Holeom1p today issued his Flag day proclamation as follows: STATE OF CONNECTICUT.
 By His EEcellency, MARCUS H. HOLCOMB,
Norwich bulletin., 1916-05-26

All naaehinists, mouiders, pattern
 makers and boiler makers employed in shops at Mobile, Ala, will get an eight
 hour day with nine hours pay.
Norwich bulletin., 1916-05-26

Capt. !. R. White, O. s. O., son of the late Sir George White, field mar shal in the British army. was convict ed at Averdare, Wales, of violation of the defense of the realm act, and sem fenced to tllres1nont risonraenS
Norwich bulletin., 1916-05-26

Villa is reported in hiding at Ha- cienda Mimbera, about 125 miles from Jiminez.
Norwich bulletin., 1916-05-26

Lord Robert Cecil of the British for eign office stated in the house of com mons that England would not allow the eUportat1on of $30,00D, 900 worth of dyestuffs from Germany to the United States.
Norwich bulletin., 1916-05-26

The lava flow from the volcano at Mama Loa, at Honolulu, is reported to have diminished.
Norwich bulletin., 1916-05-26
FLAG DAY PROCLAMATION.

Governor HoIcomb Calls Upon All citi- zens to Renew Their Allegiance to This Country.
Norwich bulletin., 1916-05-26

EInnira, N. V, voters have rejected a plan for the commission form ot
Norwich bulletin., 1916-05-26

Soup kitchens to feed the 53,OO0 striking garment workers in New York city will be opened by the Garment Workers union.
Norwich bulletin., 1916-05-26

Richard Ahearn of New Britain. who was injured in a head-on automobile collision at Laurel Park, near Man chester, Wednesday night, died last night in a Hartford hospital. He was 32 years old.
Norwich bulletin., 1916-05-26

The National AmaIgamation of Tex
 tile Workers in session at Boston de- | clared in favor of an eight hour work
 ing day for all mill operatives.
Norwich bulletin., 1916-05-26

King Nicholas of Montenegro issued statement disayowing the actions ot Prince Mirko, his second son, now ir Vienna.
Norwich bulletin., 1916-05-26

A report from London states that Prince won Buelow may soon succeed Count won Bernsdorff. as ambassador to the United States
Norwich bulletin., 1916-05-26

Reports of the coming visit of the kaiser to the Austrian front heVe led many Italians to demand that Italy | declare war on Germany.
Norwich bulletin., 1916-05-26

The Chicago Board of Trade will be closed May 30, Memorial day, June 8, Preparedness day. and June 5, Judicial Election day.
Norwich bulletin., 1916-05-26
OBITUARY.
Leander E. WhippIe.

Greenwich, Conn, May 25.-Leander B. Whipple, widely known as a meta physician and founder of '"The Meta physical Magazine" died at his home here today after short illness, aged ST. He was the author of number of works on metaphysical subjects. A sister and a brother survive.
Norwich bulletin., 1916-05-26

John F, Finnegan of Rome, N. Y,, was sentenced to serve five years in Atlanta prison for embedding funds of the Rome National bank.
Norwich bulletin., 1916-05-26

Public opinion in Greece has been greatly excited by the news that Teu- tonic submarines have torpedoed the Greek steamships Adamantios Korais and Anastasios Coroneos, and the Greek ship Tstros.
Norwich bulletin., 1916-05-26

Fire wrecked the plant of the Kalb- feisen Chemical Co. in Brooklyn, caus- ing damage estimated from $100,00O to $f25,000.
Norwich bulletin., 1916-05-26

Headquarters for four candidates fol the Republican nomination for pres. ident were opened in Chicago yester. day.
Norwich bulletin., 1916-05-26
Le Baron c. Colt.

Bristol, R. L, May 25.-Le Baron c. Colt, son of United States Senator Colt and vice president of the Nation al India Rubber company, died today from injuries received on May IS in an automobile accident. Albert C. Chesebrough, a yacht designer, was killed instantly in the accident when their car skidded in approaching the Colt residence. MT. Colt was fl years of age
Norwich bulletin., 1916-05-26

Clarence Bedford, IS, fell 100 feet down an elevator shaft at the BIatch- ford Shoe Co. plant at Buffalo, N. Y, fracturing his skull and hip.
Norwich bulletin., 1916-05-26

The German submarine U-22 struck German mine at Zeebrugge, Holland, and was seriously damaged.
Norwich bulletin., 1916-05-26

General objection to the proposed | advance in fares on the Bay State
 Street Railway System will give way
 to Boston remonstrants beginning
Norwich bulletin., 1916-05-26

large crowd witnessed a fire that caused $1O,0O0 damage to the eight story office building at l and 3 Ann street, just off Park Row, New York.
Norwich bulletin., 1916-05-26
Jared JaInes.

Glastonbury, Conn, May 22.-Jared Jaines, a retired sea captain, died to- night at his home here, after a short illness, aged 69. He followed the sea most of his lie and was captain of various coastwise steamers.
 At the time of the General SIocum disaster, he was one of those who as- sisted in the rescue work. In 1909, he picked up a disabled excursion steam CT off Glen Cove, N. r. The steamer had on board 200 members of an Odd Fellows lodge and later the lodge gave him a present of gold medal in recognition of his bravery.
Norwich bulletin., 1916-05-26

The captain and crew of the Russian park Regina, sunk by a submarine have been landed at Barcelona. Spain
Norwich bulletin., 1916-05-26

The French sailing vessel Mysotis was posted at Lloyds as probably sunk" She is long overdue.
Norwich bulletin., 1916-05-26

A call for state prohibition con. vention to be held at Clarksburg. w Va, on June was issued at Wbeeine