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Evening journal., 1916-10-12
shot BOARDER WHO
Was running AWAY
Negro Gets Gun When Man
Comes From Direction
of Wife's Room
HUSBAND CLAIMS HE
WAS FIRST ATTACKED

Enraged when he saw Harry Town
send, 60 ored. a boarder at his home.
coming from the direction of the room
of his wife last night. Spencer Hutch
inson, also colored. Of No. 1903 West
Third street is alleged to have grab
bed a double-barreled shotgun and
fired at Townsend. who was running
from the house. Townsend was struck
in the back of the head by the load
of shot and Hutchinson was arrested
on charge of assault with intent TO
commi; murder.
When the case was called in City
Court today, il was continued for
two weeks. bail being fixed al $1,000.
Hutchinson had nothing TO say in
City Court and only one witness was
heard. DR.. James Draper. who oper-
ated on Townsend az the Delaware
Hospital early this morning. Dr.
Draper said he expected the man to
recover and that he would be- able
TO appear in court i'm two weeks.
Hutchinson. in speaking of the
shooting to police officers today said
he returned home unexpectedly and
discovered Townsend coming from the
direction of his wifes room Words
passed between the men. Townsend
was a boarder at the house Hutchin-
son claim that Townsend attacked him
and that he grabbed the gun which he
turned on the former. who was running
away. and fred.
Evening journal., 1916-10-12
Stomach Troubles
Due to Acidity
SAYS NEW YORK PHYSICIAN

A well-known New York physician, In
speaking Of dyspepsia and its proper treaI.
ment. says that so-called stomach troubles.
such as Indigestion wind, stomach ache and
inability 90 retain food. are In probably
nine cases ont of ten simply evidence that
fermentation is taking place in the food con.
tents of the stomach causing the formation
of gas and acids Wind distends the stom-
ach and causes that fun. oppressive feeling
sometimes known as heartburn. while the acid
irritates and inhames the delicate lining of the
stomach. The trouble lies largely In the fer
mcntinr food causing The formation Of eN-
cess acid. Such fermentation is unnatural
and may involve most serious consequence
10 not corrected
TO stop or prevent fermentation Of the
food contents Of the stomach and tu neutral
ilc the dangerous acid aud make 10 harmless.
teasnoonful Of bisuratcd maEnesia.
probably the best and most effective
corrector Of acid stomach known. should be-
ta'on BOO a quarter of glass OF hot or cold
wnter Immediately after eating or whenever
wind or acidifv is felt. This stops che fer
montation sweetons the stomach contents
and neutraliles the acidity In few
moments fermentation wind and acid
Ity are dangerous and unnecessary. stop ur
prevent them by the use Of o. proper antucid.
such a- hisurated marnesil, which can be
obtained from any druggist aud thus enable
the stomach 90 do Sos work properly without
being hindered by poisonous gas and dan.
gCrous acids.
Evening journal., 1916-10-12
cecil COUNTY GRANGE
ELECTS new OFFICERS
special to THE EVENING JOURNAL.

Special 20 THE EVENING JOURNAL.
ELhTON. Md. Oct. l2-The Ladies
Auxiliary Of Union Hospital. residing
IN Eikton. are working for a bazaar
to be held here early m December.
On Tuesday evening Miss Helen
sophia Burnley, eldest daughter Of
AIR. ana Mrs William w. Burkley OF
Elkton, became the bride OF DR. Yer
non n. Mcknight OF North East. The
ceremony was performed 10y the Rev
William Schouler.
The Cecil Grange has elected these
officers: Master. Murray Ewing; over
seer. Norman Fell. lecturer, Mrs.
Helen Kirk; steward William II. Lit
tie; assistant steward l. Virginia
Brown: chaplain. J. G.. Mccoy; secre
.aIy. Harriet L. Brown; treasurer,
john Reisler; gate-keeper. Paul Bar
Der; pomona. Mrs. A. l.. Lawsing;
flora. NJ. Alice Brown: ceres. Violet
Marshall.
Mr. and Mrs. Robert c. Thackery
were Newark visitors on Tuesday
Nelson Fisher OF Wilmington, is visit
ing his mother. Mrs G. o. Fisher, of
Perryville.- Miss Roberta r. Tull has
returned TO Washington. ID. c.. for
the winter.-Mrs George W. Boulder
has been visiting Baltimore relatives.
Howard Bishop OF Wilmington,
spent Sunday with his parents in
Warwick.-Mrs. John Gray Of Fort
Tumball. New London Conn has
been the guest Of her grandmother
Mrs Elizabeth II Harris.-Miss Jane
Crpeupl1 has returned IN hnf homo IA
Port Deposit after visiting Whining
ton friends.-Mrs. Elizabeth Potts of
Wilmington. is visiting her sister. Mrs.
William B. Merry. Banks. VII
mington, spent Sunday with his
Evening journal., 1916-10-12

II Love Is Just a Lottery as Co
umbia's recent record OF that title
says It rs. there is need of radical re-
FORM For ii Is the most common. fas-
chatting form of gambling and The
most conservative are caught and held
relentlessly In It's beautiful web.
The bachelor who values the stolid
state OF his heart should not permit
himself the pleasure OF hearing Grace
Nash and NJ. j. OConnell sing about
the game Of holding hands for ,h,
combination Of pleasant melody anf
TWO fine voices might prove irresista-
bic
Godowsky. acknowledged one Of fhc
greatest living interpreters Of the
work OF Chopin. has an offering OF
rare interest FOR admirers OF that rrea'
composer He has recorded hotl'
Chopns "Serenata" and "Valse in 4
Minor" Tor Columbia
The delicate modulatious ~ the
Evening journal., 1916-10-12
OTTEY.slMPERS

Miss Mary Ottey of Philadelphia
and Otley Shippers of this city were
married yesterday afternoon at the
home of the brides aunt. Mrs. Harriet
l.. Rogers. of No. 4O2 McCabe avenue.
by the Rev. DR.. L. Franklin Smiley.
Miss Blanche n. Brown. of Vineland.
y. j.. was maid of honor and Frank
Walls OF this city, was best man The
bride wore a gown of white crepe
meteor with pear trimming and
she carried a shower bouquet Of
bride roses, while the bridesmaid wore
pink crepe de chine and carried a bou-
auet OF pink roses. Following the
ceremony a reception was held after
which Mr.. and Mrs. Shippers left on a
trip south. They will be at home af-
ter November 10 at No. 2007 Monroe
Place
Evening journal., 1916-10-12
Various Forms
Of Headache

1t Is necessary IN order 70 treat heal,
aches properly TO understand the caus
which produce the affection" says Dr. j.
hay, OF blOcktOn. Ala. Continuing. he aar \
fhyaiclaue cannot even begin the troi
ment OF disease without knowing VII !
causes give rise 20 40. and we must romer
Der that headache IL to DO treated accom-
ing 90 the same rule. We must not only IN
particular TO give n remedy intended n
counterfeit the cause which produces hi !
headache. but we must also give a rcmed
20 relieve the pain until the cause OF q,
Trouble has been removed. To answer n
purpose, nnti-knmnia tablets will be foun
n most convenient and satisfactory remedy
one tablet every one 20 throo hours give
comfort and rest IN the most severe case
81 headache. neuralgia and particularly IN
headaches OF women
When We have n patient subject to regula
attacks OF sick headache, We should caufio'
him TO keep his bowels regular. for whlc'
nothing IS better than "Actoids,n and whe.
ne feels the least sign Of an oncoming az
tack, he should take two AK Tablets. HucI
patients should always be Instructed d
carry n few anti-kamnla tablets. so u &
have thom ready for instant use. Thcs
tablets are prompt In action and can b
depended on TO produce relief ia q yer.
few minutes. Ask for AK Tablets.
Anti-kamnia tablets at Az druggists.
Evening journal., 1916-10-12
PEROXIDE FA1Ls TO KILL.

Drinking a quantity OF peroxide Of
hydrogen last night. man residing in
Springer street was taken TO the Home
opathic Hospital i'm the Phoenix ambu-
lance for treatment. The name of the
man could not be learned, however, as
he pit the institution before being
treated, and according 90 attendants
there today no record OF the ease was
made. The police department had no
record OF the case.
Evening journal., 1916-10-12

"serenata" arc played as only Godow-
sky can play them. And in the "Valse
in T. Minor" the beauty OF which Is
so difficult OF expression TO most
planoforte musicians GodowsSy ex
hibits the skill that has caused him
to be named the greatest modern
master OF piano technique
Evening journal., 1916-10-12
DELAMARE HOsPITAL CAsEs.

The following cases were treated
today al the Delaware Hospital
William Kelly "a years old. hand
lacorated. Grace Saunders. Cooch's
Fridge sprained ankle: John shan
non. % years old. OF No. 2l9 Jeifer-
ION street. infected elbow; +. Moran,
"a years old. cut on head. and James
Hogan, 80 years old. of No. 205 West
Fourth street, abscess on left jaw.
Evening journal., 1916-10-12
SMYRNA PERSONALS.

Special to THE EVENING JOURNAL.
SMYRNA, Oct. 12-Mrs Joseph Car
ter. Of Smyrna, is visiting relatives at
Flushing. Long Island, and Whining
ton.-Miss AM Hazel. OF Whining
ton. and her hew, Henry Thomp-
son are visitin. Miss Hazel's father
William H. Hazel.-Mrs. Stanley
Kirby, Of Miami Florida, has return
ed from an extended visit to her
father-in-law, Thomas Kirby, and
family $1,000 49, .~.~
Evening journal., 1916-10-12
RYAN.THOMPSON.

Mrs. Agnes Ryan. of the Kleitz
apartments, and James Thompson, the
well-known cafe proprietor of No. II
East Fifth street. were married In
st. Andrews p. +. Church by the Rev.
r. W. Trappnell, last night Mr. and
Mrs. Thompson we're accompanied by
Mr.. and Mrs. Edward Stewart and
this morning they left on a wedding
tour OF New York State.
Evening journal., 1916-10-12
INrFpNlrInNU pROBI.rMS.

Our International Problems will
be the subject Of lecture TO be de-
livered in tho New Century Club to-
morrow night hp Professor william
Starr Matthews. of Princeton Univer-
sity. Non members of the club will
be admitted for fifty cents.
Evening journal., 1916-10-12
CrRRFNT EYENTS CLASS.

The Current Events Glass of the
Now Castle Century Club will hold a
meeting at go O'Clock tomorrow af-
ternoOn Miss Elizabeth Moore will
preside Miss A. j. DUNCAN will have
charge of the current events, and
Mrs J. Ernest Phillips will read
paper on James Whitcomb Riley. Tea
will be served after the meeting.
Evening journal., 1916-10-12
WANTED IN PHMADELPHIA.

Wanted in Philadelphia on charge
of failing TO support his wife. Jennie
Gostonzo. Felippo Gostonzo. when ar
raigned III City Court this morning,
was placed under $500 bail and his
case continued for two weeks to per
init arrival Of requisitiOn papers.
Evening journal., 1916-10-12
CITY CLUB FLAG WAS
FLYING UPSIDE DOWN

Somebody discovered this morning
that the American flag flying from the
City Clubs portion of the DUPONT
Building roof was upside down. Deny
ing that it was a distress signal. the
building officials had the flag display
ed in proper manner as soon as the
mistake was discovered
Evening journal., 1916-10-12

mother. Mrs. Esther II. Banks Of Ches-
apeake City.-Miss Miriam Cameron
of Zion is visiting relatives In Zion
Mrs. Mary Weaverly. who has been
spending the summer IN Perryville.
has returned to Washington. ID. c.
Norwich bulletin., 1916-09-09
PRESTON REPUBLICANS
 HOLD TOWN CAUCUS
Allan Benjamin Nominated for Office
 of Town Assessor.

The republican electors of the town of Preston met in their town hall on Friday evening for the purpose of nominating town officers. William B. Mitchell was chosen chairman of the caucus and L. F. Sherburne was the clerk. X -'
 When nominations for assessor were called for the name of Allan Benja- min was presented and he was chosen for this office. For the board of re- lief Phillip o. Warrington and William B. Mitchell were chosen. Arthur c. Smith and Warren L. Whitmarsh were nominated for se1ectmen and for town clerk the choice was George V. Shedd. ohm F. Richardson was nomf- mated for auditor, Joseph F. Carpen- ter, Frank B. Aver and ohn Davis for grand jurors. Benjamin F. Bent ley was the choice for collector of taxes and for constables Michael No- Ian, Charles H. Bennett and Everett P. Barnes were nominated. The nom- inees for registrar of voters was ohm P. Hol1oweH and Charles c. .Zabriskie and George W. Mansfield were norni- mated for the town schooI committee. There was a good sized attendance at the caucus which proved a very har- nlOniOuS one. * <=
Norwich bulletin., 1916-09-09
cHAPLEs JoLLEY TO
 ENTER WoOLEN CUISINES
Leaves Local eweiry Store to Asso-
 ciate With His Step Father,

Charles olley of North Washington street, at the corner of Beech Drive. who has for the past few years been employed at the Ferguson iewe1ry store, has resigned and will be an as- sociate with lis atep farher. Ernest w. Tinkhazn. in the woolen business.
 The " llI4anl EiLNha1n co, ot Har- risyille, R. L, have purchased the AshaWay Woolen Mills at Ashaway, Hopkinton. The buildings have in turn been leased to the Wolf Worsted Co, which company will begin opera = t1ons on Oct 1 with 80 new looms. all operated separately by electric mo- tors, making the plant one of the best up to date plants in this section.
 The property which has been known as the Bethel mills, has been thor oughly' overhauIed and an addition 4Ox S0 has been constructed. The tene- ments Gdjourning the factory have al so been put into first class condition. The William Tinkham Go. has six mills in the state Of Rhode Island. live already in operation.
 Nf. and Mrs. Jolley have just re- turned from an extensive tour through the White Mountains by automobile and they will leave soon for Virginia by auto.
Norwich bulletin., 1916-09-09
A WOMAN'S BACK
The Advice of This Norwich Woman
 is of Certain Value.

Many a woman's back has many aches and pains.
 Outlines 'tis the kidneys fault.
 That's why Doan's Kidney Pills are so effective.
 Many Norwich women know this.
 Read what one has to say about it:
 Mrs. Henry L. Greiner, 806 E. Main St. Norwich, says: Sometimes a cold affects my back but it is usually over- work that causes dull, nagging pains across my kidneys. My back feels weak and tired and I am worn-out When bending, sharp pains seize me in my back and it is hard to straighter up. I used DoaIls Kidney Pills and they did me lots of good"
 Price soc, at all dealers. Don't simply ask for 8 kidney remedy-get Doan's Kidney Pills-the same that Mrs. Greiner had. Poster Milburn Co. Props, Buffalo, N. '.
Norwich bulletin., 1916-09-09
NEW HAVEN ROAD
 SHOWS MORE GAIN. July Report on Earnings Indicate In- dicate Income of Over $2,O0o,oO0.

The figures for the New Haver roads earnings for the month of July this year show continued gains over last year. the increase for the month in net income being $64,685.53, while the gross shows something over $200,- shows gross income, July. 1916. S2,- 534,028.68; 1915, $2,325, 5,867.31. Net corporate. July, 1916, S811, ,177.6O; 1915, STAG, ,492.15.
 By permission of the interstate commerce commission during the month there was included for main tenance insurance, loss and damage to freight and personal injuries, $S1,- S07.05! money not yet expended; SC that the actual balance after al charges is $892,984.55, as compared with S812, o29.23 last year.
 Co: had a gross income of s256. Oil last month as against $17449e the year before, and the net was $149, 895. as compared with $s8,934
 On the New York, Ontario and Western there is g. slight gain shown the gross being s41S,345 against $S96,032 for July one year ago, and the net, $283,781.8O, against $258,-
 The New England Steamship Go. shows loss of over $18,000 for the month mon ,oG9 1f July as compared to decreased by over $21,0oo.
 The Hartford and New York Transportation Co. shows a very slight advance in both gross and net and the same statement holds for the New Bedford. Martha's Vineyard and Nantucket Steamship Co.,, where the increase was very slight.
 The Connecticut Co.-Gross. July, 1915, $36S, ,895.16; 1915, S354, ,674.39 i; net, July. 1916. s27o.26o.71; 1915, $256, ,409.34.
 The Rhode Island gained consider ably, it's net income being more than was $7S.599.38 and last, $33,74S.65, and, the gross this last month was s199:287.96; as against $154.032.65.
 The report of the Berkshire Street for last July. and 29.1SO.61 for the corresponding month in 1915. in the matter of gross income. In net in come there was a deficit of $6,178, as against balance of $12,159 for he previous July.
 The New York and Stamford Rail- road report shows gross income, July, 1918. S14, 312.65; and for July, 1915, 19.053.15. The net this past month was $6.325. and one year ago, July, 1915, S11,053.
 Tn the westchester Street Railroad report we find the gross last month, S751, ,001; one year before, $3,327T7, Th0e was deficit of $1.O64, as against $1s797.71 July, 1915. in the net corporate income.
 Report of business on the West chester and Boston line shows a gross income last month of $6.606.60, as against $1,6689O in July. 1915. The July neu corporate income was S591, while one year before there was a de- felt of $6,679T9.
 The Housatonic Power Go. shows July, 1918, S49,67SS4; July, 1915, $44,10924; net income, July, 1916. S13. .232.63; July, 1915. $2,58703.
Norwich bulletin., 1916-09-09
Married at Essex.

Friends learned only Thursday of Conn, of Mrs. Minnie B. Curtis, an American authority on antiques, to Stephen Van Rensselaer,, member of sone of the Knickerbocker families, land known for his expert knowledge of fire arms and armament generally, both ancient and modern,
 Mrs. Curtis was Miss Minnie Bir- echead. daughter of the late Oliver D. Birchead of Danbury, Conn.,, a. mem Der of a New. England family tracing it's American lineage back nearly as long as the Van .Rensselaers.
Norwich bulletin., 1916-09-09
DISTRICT OFFICERS ANNUAL VISIT
Were Entertained Friday Evening By Hugh Osgood Lodge -P. C. M Oscar Greenwald Addressed Gathering Nearly Hundred Members in Attendance

The annual visitation of the district officers to Hugh Osgood lodge, No. 6920, I, o. o, F., M. U., took place on Friday evening at the regular business meeting of the lodge in Germania hall Nearly g. hundred brothers were pres- ent to welcome the visitors, who were greatly impressed by the hospitality accorded them by the local lodge.
 The business meeting was called to order at o'clock and was presided over by Noble Grand Joseph iWharmby. The business meeting was very brief because of the fact that the members address delivered by Provincial Grand Master Oscar Greenenwald of New London. Two applications were pre- scented and five candidates took the obligation of membership. At the close of the business session the lodge ad- journed to an open meeting and social hour.
 During the social hour. refreshments
Norwich bulletin., 1916-09-09
PUTNAM AND GRoToN
 MEN GET PATENTS.
Included in List of Awards Made at
 Washington This Week.

The list Of patents issued to Con- aecticut inventors, reported by Frank I. Allen, follows:
 Basil c. Austin, Hartford. pipe or ,an: 50b5y Beipedio Bridgeport, broom support; Robert s. Brown, New Britain, Ouflrg machine; Joseph J. Burke, Putnan, nOiselass gear; John s. Finch, Bridgeport, sewing machine; Tohn s. Finch. Bridgeport, bobbin case Or sewing machine; William c. Fisher, Midd!etown, machine gun cartridge :Onvcyer; Edward c. Gallagher, 5ridge port. storage battery cell; Ar hur Hanny, Groton, tapping and ream- ng device; Clifford L. Hart, New Britain, floor and ceiling plate; Ells- worth \. Hawthorne, Bridgeport, light ng apparatus; Ellsworth A. TIaw- horne. Bridgeport, lamp cowl; Reynold Tanney; New Britain, driving mechan- sm; Hugo L. Patzo1d, Merider, tire.
Norwich bulletin., 1916-09-09

of sandwiches, coffee and ice cream were served by the committee in charge and cigars were passed around The provincial grand master, Oscar Greenenwald, and D. c. M. Thomas Mckay of Hartford addressed tho gathering, and there were also remarks by others present. Brother Archibald McDougall was called upon for vocal Universe and for an Encore rendere | Mother Machree. Later in the even ing MT. McDougall was again called upon and graciously rendered Of Thee Am Thinking. There were also vocal selections by Brother Samuel Johnson of Taftville and concertina solos by Brother Radcliffe.
 The committee in charge of the evenings entertainment comprised Edward Crooks, chairman, Joseph Woolley, Jr., Joseph Wharmby and William McNeely. Prof. Brucksch pre- sided at the piano
Norwich bulletin., 1916-09-09
TOLL LINE TAX
 CALLED OFF FRIDAY.
Federal Revenue Law Has Been in
 Effect Since December, 1914.

Much to the joy of the toll Iipe op- orators, the federal revenue tax on toll service on telephones was called off right after midnight Friday. The Der l. 1914. and has since been en- forced.
 Under the provisions of the so-call- ed emergency revenue law. passed by congress and approved October p, transmitted over any telephone for which a charge of 15 cents or more is imposed was subject to a tax of one cent. The law required the tel ephone company to collect this tax from the person paying for such mes sage or conversation in addition to the regular rate.
Norwich bulletin., 1916-09-09
EFT RID OF HUMORS s AND AVOID SICKNESS

r n7ors in the bloodS cause inter leI dorangements that affect the r.---o system, as well as pinnples. lo,.s and other eruptions, and are eonsible for. the readiness with Ti ,a many people contract disease.
 For forty years Hoods Sarsaparil1a las been more successful than any ther medicine in expelling hunlors nd removing their inward and out yard effects. Get Hoods. ENo other nedicinee acts: likegit- AL
Norwich bulletin., 1916-09-09
Auto and Waaon Coifided.

A. Chalmers automobile, Connecticut registry No. .267Ss, was going up State street, .New9sIa ondon. early Friday af- ternoon just as a wagon with a pair of horses attached was coming. out of the; excavation ofsthe new Barrows building. The driver of the machine sounded his horn, but the driver of the wagon failed to hear the warning and continued straight. across to avoid the wagon, but the 1atter collided with tfle side of the car, the pole striking a glancing blow, E denting in the mud guard ana brea Efps in the daor
Norwich bulletin., 1916-09-09
Fff+h conpan~ Drill

E With a good number in attendance the Fifth company held their regular drill Thursday evening at the arm ory. Sergeant Britton of. Fort H. G. Wright, N. Y., was present and in- spected the work of the evening, which was artillery practice. Second Lieut.
 Earle Herricl, who has been in New Haven for, the3s past few weeks, was k at hisaregular post. ,; One recruit was receiYed. -..-.-- q. ..l. ..se.-.:x !.
Norwich bulletin., 1916-09-09

A cIosged System Must Be Cleared
 You will find Dr. Kings New Life Pills a gentle yet effective laxative for removing impurities from the sys- tenn. Accumulated waste poisons the blood; dizziness. b1Iiousness and ptrn ply, muddy complexion are the dfBtres. sing effects. A dose Of Dr. Kings New Life Pills tonight will assure you a free, full bowel movement In tue morning, At your Druggist, 25o.
Norwich bulletin., 1916-09-09
Senator Brandeoee tior,r

! Senator Frank B. Brandegee arrived tat his home in New London Th1rsdsV night on the Gilt Edge train from
 Boston, where he went after the state
 convention in New Haven Wednesday,
 and will remain until after the natione
 al election. the senate having adjourn
 ed Friday morning.
Norwich bulletin., 1916-09-09
Two Cars paraflad.

x Two.s scats of an extra freightes train Were derailed lat the west end If the Midway yard about 114s0 Friday morn ing. The train was just pulling into fhes yard from the west wflen the two cars Jumped the taaclz, one falling on the, .salainj liile JBestbourf1 track, which
 was Sbloc 131 fe1st tesss se4as1-.s
Norwich bulletin., 1916-09-09
Arrested on Theft chsroe.

Charged with theft, of "a, pocketsf1lf Of peaches and a hatchets from the New London Fruit and Produce com paI1y, John Hines was arrested and locked up. at police Headquarters in that city Friday. afternoon bytPatrol- men sHaIdra ond saald IT Ipwa1'd. @1Ie will 9ay1aeare I4tcs1azrt qthts srdUrhings9
Norwich bulletin., 1916-09-09
At tha Federated churoh. Reu.

At the Federated Church. Rev. Ar thur W. Burdon. pastor, the subject Worth While. The Sunday school and Junior C. E. will be omitted during the month of September. Christian ISEndeavor, with the evening service
 will be held in the North Main Street
 M. E.. church. The subject for the evening will be The Ashes of Desire.