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Norwich bulletin., 1916-09-14
Teamster's Life Saved
WRITES LETTER THAT IS WORTH
 READING VERY CAREFULLY

Peterson Bros: was afflicted with a very severe sore on my leg for years. I am a teamster- I tried all medicines and salves but without success. tried doctors, but they failed to cure me. I couldn't sleep for many nights from pain. Doctors said I could not live for more than two years. Finally Peterson's Ointment was recommended to me and by it's use the sore was en- tirely healed. Thankfully yours, Will jam Haase, West Park, Ohio, Mar. P, 1915, care P. G. Reitz, Box 199.
 Peterson says: T am proud of the above letter and have hundreds of others that tell of wonderful cures of Eczema, Piles and Skin Diseases
 Peterson's Ointment is 25 cents at all druggists, and there isn't a broad minded druggist in America that won't praise it.
 Peterson's Ointment takes the burn out of sunburn in 10 minutes. Mail orders filled, charges prepaid by Peter son Bros, Buffalo, N. Y.
 Peterson's Ointment takes the burn out of sunburn in 10 minutes. Mail orders filled, charges prepaid by Peterson Bros, Buffalo, N. Y.
Norwich bulletin., 1916-09-14
RECEIVER RAYMOND FILES
 TWO MONTHLY REPORTS
Financial Condition of H. B. Porter and Son Company During July and Auqust

Gilbert S. Raymond, receiver for the H. B. Porter and Son Co.,. has fled his reports on the financial condition of the business during July and Aug ust. Cash receipts during July, in- cluding the balance from the previ- ous account amounted to $4263.47. Cash payments during July amounted to S4,208.54, leaving a balance of $54.93 for the month. Orders recei1 ed during July amounted to S2163.32 and shipments amounted to $22S3.30. Unified orders and contracts July 31 amounted to $279S.06. Accounts re- ceivable July 51 totaled $5,716.e4 and accounts payable July 31, S25, ,S0S.1S and notes payable $S263.46. Bills con- tracted by the receiver, preferred bills. claims allowed and claims not passed on July 31, $6,475.50.
 The August summary:
 Cash receipts including July bal ance $3,SS7.96; cash payments sS,494.- 55 leaving a balance of $393.4f: or ders received, $2476.49; shipments, S425899; unified contracts ana or ders, $1217.50: accounts receivable, $5,824.8S; bills payable, $33.5CS.63; ; bills contracted for, preferred bills, claims allowed and claims not pass ed, $5,410.36.
 The receiver has also filed a list of the claims presented within the time limited by order of the court The claims amount to s23,748S6. The cor responding figures shown by the books of the company amount to $23,- A2q 20
Norwich bulletin., 1916-09-14
PLEADS NOT GUILTY.
Hebron Man Accused of Attempting tc
 Kill Two Italians.

The September term of the Holland county superior court opened in Rock vile Tuesday at noon. immediately af- ter the arrival of Judge Howard J. Curtis of Stratford, whc made an ex- change with Judge Joel II. Reed of Stafford Springs, who had the assign ncnt for this term, but is now holding court in Putnam. States Attorney Thomas r. Noone presented the state cases, which were later continued until Tuesday, Sept. 26. ''@
 William J. Baldwin of Hebron, charged with assa ut with intent to kill, was arraiSned and entered a plea of not guilty. July 91 he shot two Ital- ians EerdipaE3i Siciliano and Pas QuaIe Bruno. The shooting took place near the Baldwin homo and o9le version Is that it was due to jealousy. The ac- cused's defense is that the shooting was done in self defense, as the men attacked him. The case will be tried Sept 26
Norwich bulletin., 1916-09-14
GRADUATE NURSE LATEST
 INFANTiLE PARALYSIS VICTIM
Miss Josephine Clifford Brought to the
 Backus Hospital Wednesday.

Wednesday morning Willimantic found Its 18th case of infantile Paraly- sis. It was not 8 child, like the IS others, but an adult, a nurse, who had been taking care of two children in Colchester who had had the disease. The stricken person is Miss Josephine Clifford, 26 years old, daughter of Mi chael Clifford. She is a graduate nurse. few days ago she went to WillinaIl- tic to visit at the home of her sister, Mrs George Donnelly, of 65 Park street. Tuesday night she was found to be suffering from paralysis, and Wednesday it was found that both of her legs were paralyzed.
 Health Officer Jenkins in getting data on the history of the case found that she had last month taken care of two children who had the disease in the Alfred Brown family in Colchester. The children were still sick the first part of this month. Upon investiga- ton it was found that Health Officer Klein of Colchester did not know about Miss Cifford's going to Willi- mantle. Had Officer Klein known, he would have reported the matter The patient being resident of New Lon don county, the matter was taken up with the authorities of this county and Miss Clifford was brought to the isola tion hospital ward at Backus hospital Wednesday in an ambulance sent by that institution.
 Louise F. Wilhelm III months old daughter of MT. and Mrs. Fritz Will helm of Noank, was admitted to the contagion ward of Memorial hosp.tf Tuesday night afflicted with infantile paralysis.
 The case was diagnosed Tuesday afternoon and word was immediately sent to the New London health depart ment which gave permission for the child's removal to the contagion ward.
 The ambulance was sent from New London and the child was taken to the hospital Tuesday evening in charge of Inspector Benjamin Pennell.
 Mrs. Wilhelm had been visiting in South Manchester for week, leaving her ten months old baby with friends in Mystic. She returned Monday and the baby was brought home that night. It appeared in usual health when put to bed though during the first few days it was in Mystic it had been ailing, due, they thought to the change in milk. When taken up Tuesday morning it was found to be suffering from paralysis.
 The house was placed under quar- antine at once by Health Officer pr. A. M. Purdy. The child is said at the hospital to be in a serious condition.
Norwich bulletin., 1916-09-14
PRESIDENT WILLIAM B. WALKER
 PRESENTS GRAND PRIZE
Made Gift of $500 in Gold Coin to Edith Irwin for Her Exhibition of True Western Grit.

William B. Walker president Of the American Thermos Bottle Co.,, with plant on Laurel Hill, this city, in pre- senting Edith Irwin the $500 in gold for displaying the greatest courage and true western grit at the Stampede handed her the following letter: Edith Irwin, Care Stampede, Sheps-
 head Bay Speedway, New York,
 NlY
 Dear Mrs. Irwin:-This is to ad- wise you that in the opinion of the writer you have won the worlds championship for true western grit Am handing you the grand prize of the Worlds Champion Frontier Con- test and want to assure you that your exhibition of true western grit in talk ing four falls in the cowgirls' relay race the opening day Of the Stampede, You gave the grandstand a splendid illustration of the stuff that western girls are made of. You made every one present that comes from the west proud of that fact.
 There is being prepared (which will be forwarded to your home address) a gold finished Thernos carafe and stand which will be inscribed as fol- lows
 The Spirit of the West,
 If at first you have a fall,
 Fall, fall again.
 Edith Irwin,
 Cheyenne; Wyoming, Winner of the Grand Prize, World
 Championship Frontier Contest,
 New York, August 1916. Five Hundred Dollars in Gold Coin For the best exhibition of true West
 ern grit in competitive events. Presented by William B. Walker.
 Sincerely Yours,
 WILLIAM B. WALKER  P. E.-As this is the only prize of the Stampede that has been paid 10O cents on the dollar, and as the amount is larger than paid in any competitive event, it is for that reason termfned the grand prize.
Norwich bulletin., 1916-09-14
Leaves for Indiana Today.

F. Potter Gorton of Prospect street leaves this morning for Valparaiso, Ind, where he will enter the medical department of the Valparaiso college MT. Gorton iS a graduate of the Nor wich Free Academy, class of 1916, classical division, and not only attain ed high percentage in scholarship but won an eSlviable reputation for his honesty and integrity. Accompanying him is George Cook of Fourteenth street, who will also pursue the same course of studies in the college. Both young men leave home with the best wishes of their many friends for suc- cess in their future profession.
 Mir. and Mrs. Samuel Ferguson of New Hartford are visiting MT and Mrs. Levi Gorton of Prospect street.
Norwich bulletin., 1916-09-14
DIED.

EoyVEs-In Millville, Mass, Sept. II, 1918, Robert John Bowes, aged A years.
 BURRoUGHs-,7In Dannlelson4 Sept: P 191g,. Mrs. Abigail Tracy Burroughs widcw of Francis Burroughs, aged S9 FGnerai ,i,i service Friday at 1 D. m. at Advent chapel, Danielson, Friends and relatives invited.
 liam J. Leeney. aged 8 years. o- Funeral from Eis late home at 25 Sept. I5, at S.15 o'clock: Mass ot requiem in St. Mary's church at g o'clock. Interment in St. Joseph s cemetery.
 John E. Utley. Notice of burial later. GOoDWHN-In New York city, Sept IS years.
 Notice Of funeral hereafter YOUNG-In Norwich Town, Sept 13 191e, Philipina Young, widow of Charles Young, in the sgd year of her age. Notice of funeral hereafter.
Norwich bulletin., 1916-09-14
TAFTViLLE
Special Meeting Of the TaftviIIe Soc cer Team-Miss Mary Malone Meets Witk Painful Acoicsent-Personal and Notes.

A special meeting of the Taftville soccer football team was held Sunday evening. Manager William Grown presided at the meeting. Matters of importance were discussed pertaining to the schedule for the coming sea son. The first game of the season will te played on the Providence street grounds this coming Saturday. The game will be between the married me nand the single men. Also a se- ries have been arranged with Piainfield for tho Bulletin cup. The series with the Westerly Textile Co. team will start Sept. 23. The Westerly team is one of the strongest teams in Rhode Island and a fast game is looked fer.
Norwich bulletin., 1916-09-14
THE wEArHER.
Conditions.

Conditions.
 The southern disturbance has crossed the Florida peninsula and on Wednesday night its center was near the mouth of the Appalachicola river. it Is of slight intensity. The prominent feature of the wea- ther map Wednesday night is a pro- nounced cool wave that has over spread the northwest; it is spreading rapidly east and southeastward. In the Middle Atlantic and New England states fair weather will con- tinue through Thursday and proba- bly, Friday.
 The winds along the north Atlantic coast will be moderate west; middle Atlantic, gentle variable. Forecast. New England and Eastern New York: Fair Thursday and probably Friday.
 Observations in Norwich. The following records, reported from Sevin's pharmacy, show the changes in temperatures and the bar ometric changes Wednesday,:
 Ther. Bar. a. m. .................. 59 S021 AI su' '''........". ...s..... fo oV.zV p. m. .......-.......... 72 30.12 Highest s2, lowest 54.
 Comparisons. Predictions for Wednesday: Fair and somewhat warmer.
 Wednesdays weather: As predicted.
Norwich bulletin., 1916-09-14
Funeral of Mrs. William Burniston Largely Attended-FootbaIl Prac- tice Starts-Personals.

The funeral of Jane Bunting, wid- ow of William Burniston, was held from her late home on Seventh street Wednesday afternoon at 2.30 o'clock. Many relatives and friends attended. Many beautiful floral forms were grouped about the casket. Rev. c. H. Rfcketts, pastor of the Greene vile Congregational church, of which Mrs. Burniston was a member off ciated. The bearers were LeRoy Walker, Richard Seed William Wade and Nicholas Spellman
 Burial was in the family lot in the Hickory street cemetery where Rev. MT. Ricketts read a committal ser vice. Undertakers Henry Allen, Son JCo. had charge of the funeral ar- engagements.
Norwich bulletin., 1916-09-14
Entertained Ii. c. Club.

Members of the II. C. club were de- lightfully entertained Wednesday ev- ening by Miss Annie Birracree at her home on Maple street. This was the first meeting of the year and was largely attended. The regular routine Of business was transa cted and in an informal way, plans for the winter were discussed. Concluding the bus mess session refreshments were serv- ed by the hostess.
Norwich bulletin., 1916-09-14
Investment Tax Lists.

Owing to tho extra session of the general assembly in the state capitol this month, tie superintendent of the capitol has been unable to furnish the room required by the treasurer for doing the work on the investment tax. It therefore behooves all those owning this class of securities who desire to pay the state tax of four mills on the dollar to send in their lists on the earliest possible date, otherwise there will be an unusual delay ih getting re- ceipts from the state treasurer.
Norwich bulletin., 1916-09-14
THREE DOLLARS OFFERED
 FOB EVERY RECRUIT
Officers of Fif.h Company Make Prize
 Proposition to Mon.

Instruction in second class gunnery, infantry drill and rife practice was the work of the Fifth company, at their regular drill Wednesday night in the state arInory on Mckinley ave- nue. The officials Of the company have made Q proposition to the men whereby giving each member of the company B for every recruit brought into ranks. To earn the prize mon- ey the recruit must stay in ranks a field day and camp. There was a good attendance at the drills.
Norwich bulletin., 1916-09-14
How You Can Remove
 Every Trace of Hair
(Toilet Talks)

A stiff paste made with some powd- cred delatone and water and spread on a hairy surface about 2 minutes will, when removed, take every trace of hair with 1t. The skin should then be washed to free it from the remain ing delatone. No harm can result from this treatment, but be sure it is delatone you get and you will not be disappointed
Norwich bulletin., 1916-09-14
FUN
Mrs. Joseph I-ucier

The funeral of Josephine Lucier was held from her late home in OCcum Wednesday morning at 8:30 o'clock. Many relatives and friends attending. Many beautiful floral forms were grouped about the casket. At the ser vices in St. Joseph's church, Occum, Rev. Frederick Dessureault sang re- ouiem mass. The choir sang two hymns. The bearers were six nephewG of the deceased Burial was in the family lot in the Baltic cemetery. Un- dertal1er George G.. Grant had charge of the funeral arrangements.
Norwich bulletin., 1916-09-14
MARRIED

PLA,ry-wAssERs1A A*-In New York. Sept. 12. 1913. by Rev. Pr Joseph of New York and Seymour F1aut of Janaica, L. l.. formerly of Norwich TUCKER - THOMAS In Stonington (Pawca tu2k). Sept. 2, 1916. by Rev E. J. Curry Carlton G. Tucker of Kenyon, R. l., and Miss Grace l.. Thomas of Pawcatuck.
 MAXSON-UTTER-I Westerly, R. l., sept II, 19f6, by Rev Clayton A. Burdicfz, Edgar Potter Maxson and Mary Starr Utter.
 JONES-HURTAD DO-In Ashaway, R. l., Sert Il, 191G, by Rev. George R. Shaw Arthur Ernest Jones and Miss Mary Virginia Hurtado.
Norwich bulletin., 1916-09-14
Practice Starts.

Practice for tke Greeneville A. c. football team has started and Mana ger F1emming says that the recruits are showing up better than at any other season. Arrangements are un- der way to schedule a game with the Academy team. There is much inter- est in this game as many of the Greeneville men have played on the N. F. A, team.
Norwich bulletin., 1916-09-14
CHURCH AID soCIETYS
 BAKED BEAN SUPPER.
First After Summer Recess of Several
 Weeks Proves Successful.

The Church Aid society of the First Baptist church held one of their pop ular baked bean suppers at the church Wednesday evening, the first held after a recess of several weeks Preceding the supper, business meeting was held which was called to order at 430 by the president, Mrs. Minnie Auburn. The society has work ahead with much to indicate a busy and profitable sea- son. There was large attendance at f1a c11r11aa1nr.
Norwich bulletin., 1916-09-14
sowIins Alley Nearly Complete.

The building tor the new bowling alleys is fast nearing completion. The roof is on hand and has been shingled. The walls which were to have been c5apboarded are to be finished in stuc- co. The alleys which are -to be in- stalled are four of the Brunswick New England alleys. These are to be ready for use in about two or three weeks. The direction of the work is under G. H. Allen.
Norwich bulletin., 1916-09-14

Rockville.-A number of Rockville people went to Thompsonville Tues day to attend the funeral of Nelson George, son of Rev. and Mrs. J. F. George, of Essex, N. T., who was drowned at Islip, l.. I. The family lived in this city for number of years. the father being rector of St. Johns Episcopal church. Nelson George was a graduate of the Rockville High school In the class of 1912.
Norwich bulletin., 1916-09-14
Redecorating Church ParIors.

The parlors of the GreenevilIe Con- gregational church are being redeco- rated. The work is being done by members of the church. Other re- pairs and alterations are being made.
Norwich bulletin., 1916-09-14
Deserters Return to Forts.

Three deserters from Fort Wright were returned to their posts Tuesday afternoon. Two of the men were pick ed up on the street by Sergeant Mo- Shane Tuesday morning and detainxd at New London police headquarters until the leaving of the 1.15 boat
 The third member of the trio was the man who on Monday exchanged his uniform with another man for a suit of civilians clothes. He was taken into custody at the request of Sergeant Britton of Fort Wright
Norwich bulletin., 1916-09-14
Halle Club Nicotine.

There was a good attendance at the regular meeting of the Halle club held Wednesday evening in their rooms in the Chapman building, with the pres ident, Miss Hadie Blackstone in the chair. The reports of the various committees were read and accepted. Plans for the winter activities will be announced later.
Norwich bulletin., 1916-09-14

New Britan.-Saturday Sept. 23 has been selected as the date for the public review and inspection of the police and fire departments and tho field day with the Hartford police de- pa.rtment.
Norwich bulletin., 1916-09-14
TOOK HER LIFE
 IN NEW LONDON,
Miss Flora B. Hand Committed Suicide
 by Hanging in Attic.

Miss Flora E. Hand, 29, committed suicide Wednesday afternoon by hang ing in the attic of her home in New London. She was formerly a school teacher and more recently 8 nurse. For considerable time she has been melancholy and in pcor health. She is survived by her mother and two sis for
Norwich bulletin., 1916-09-14

George Johnson has accepted, po- sition with the U. S. Finishing Co. MT Johnson has formerly been en- ployed at the J. B. Martin Co. in TaftViIle
Norwich bulletin., 1916-09-14

MT. and Mrs. George Taylor and family of North Main street are spending the week at Allyn's Point
Norwich bulletin., 1916-09-14

Mrs. Alfred Vaudry of Central ave- nue and Mrs. Edward St. Amour of Taftville left Wednesday afternoon for two weeks visit with friends in Montreal, Can.
Norwich bulletin., 1916-09-14

Louis Brown of Central avenue is spending few days as the guest of relatives in Albany, N. Y.
Norwich bulletin., 1916-09-14

Charles Evans and son William of Smith avenue have returned after a few days stay with friends in New York
Norwich bulletin., 1916-09-14
Oil Waaon to Blame.

A peculiar smell about the streets Tuesday night that appeared to be the smell of gas. is attributed to the drip of the oil wagon which is used in oiling the streets.
Norwich bulletin., 1916-09-14
BORN.

FLYNN-In Jewctt City, Sept. 4, g daughter, Dorothy Mae, to Mr. and Mrs. Peter E. Flynn Of this city.
Norwich bulletin., 1916-09-14
Personals.

Frank Burke of Seventh street is spending a few days with friends in Providence, R. l.
Norwich bulletin., 1916-09-14

Frank Boucher of Springfield is the guest of relatives in town for a short time.
Norwich bulletin., 1916-09-14

The cement walk around the prop erty of P. Dion on Hunters avenue has been laid and the cement is hard enough for traffic.
Norwich bulletin., 1916-09-14

Moses Pitelle has accepted a posi- ton with the Wet Wash Co. of this place.
Norwich bulletin., 1916-09-14

Miss Mary Malone met with a pain full accident Wednesday when in alighting from the trolley she turned her ankle. She was attended by a physician and it was discovered that the ankle was badly sprafnad
Norwich bulletin., 1916-09-14

William Wohlleben, Osa St. Germain and Joseph Liberte have accepted po- sitions with the Hillcrest Theatre.
Norwich bulletin., 1916-09-14

Omar Pepin has resigned his posi- tion with the J. B. Martin Go. and has accepted a position with an out of town firm.
Norwich bulletin., 1916-09-14

Saybrook.-+Mr. and Mrs. Finley J. Shepard were recent visitors in town
Norwich bulletin., 1916-09-14

Those present included Senator Brandegee. Frank Brewster, A. H. Brewer, Col. Charles W. Gale; William s. Elliott, J. Oliver Armstrong, J Lamb, w. B. Crooks, c. c. Gildersleeve, M. D.; F. w. Guild, William A. Wells A. S. Comstock, Alex F'inlayson, E. O. Rodier, J. c. Fitzpatrick, c, ". Comstock, Charles L. Hubabrd, James l.. Hubbard, S. J. Kehoe, T. J, Don ohue, M. D., Earle Mathewson, H. B. Davenport, George W. Chapman, N. D. Sevin, Herbert R. Branche, Andrew B. Davies and MT. Hayden.
Norwich bulletin., 1916-09-14
Sun. Moon and rid
GREENEVIL.LE

Six hours after high water 1t is low tide. which Is followed by flood tide.
Norwich bulletin., 1916-09-14
DIR. SHAHAN, Speeiassss
or Diseases of the HyROn ANn ST,nar

BLOOD AND STOMACH.
 2heumat ttsm tineluding Neuritis). Skin Troubles. Bloody Sputum. Run. Hardening Of the Arteries. Culture treatm only for Blood Diseases Simple and reliable prevention of Ty- phoid, Rabies and Lockjaw.
 Hours: 10-11 a. m; 2-4 and 7-S p. m. No outside visits after D.
Norwich bulletin., 1916-09-14
c. w. cOMSTock ENTERTAlNED
 GUESTS AT cLAMRAkE
About Thirty Enjoyed Excellent Menu at Hosts Residence on New London Turnpike.

Tuesday afternoon Charles ". Com stock entertained number of friends at a cIambake on the grounds at his home on the New London turnpike The bake was served at two o'clock in the afternoon and the menue was as follows:
 Clam ChoWder Tomatoes Lettuce Cucumbers Fish Sweet Potatoes Corn Steamed Clans Fritters Lobster Chicken F'rankfurtars Oysters
 Indian Pudding win Cream
 Cantaloupe Ginger Ale
Norwich bulletin., 1916-09-14

William Malone is spending a two vacation with friends in Providence.
Norwich bulletin., 1916-09-14
Personals and Notes.

Albert Roy is the guest of friends in Taftvine for few days.
The Hood River glacier. (Hood River, Or.) 1889-1933, 1916-03-16
HEIGHTS NEWS

Mr.. and Mrs. Mace Baldwin left Hood
River for their ranch at Mount Hood
tuesday.
W. II. Taft returned from his trip to
Portland and Vancouver last Saturday.
Roy Evinger made fine catch of fish
last week, two salmon trout and three
steelheads, the largest weighing ii
pounds.
Miss Mabel Case and some of her
pupils walked to Wau-Guin-Guin Sun
day.
Mr. and Mrs. J. H. Gill walked out
to MIR. Buchanan's on Avalon Way
Sunday. Mr.. and Mrs. Buchanan have
oeen in the Willamette valley all win
ter with their children. They have
been home about three weeks.
Let everyone remember the st Pat
rick dinner at the Congregational
Church tomorrow night.
A Salvation Army man from The
Dalles was calling at the houses on the
Heights last week soliciting aid for
their work in The Dalles.
Mr.. Slutz expects soon to 60 to Port
land for an operation.
Mrs. Brown. mother of Clarence
Brown and sister of Mrs. Graham, hat
been taken into Mrs. Alma Howe's
where she is to be cared for by Mrs
Howe.