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The Washburn times. [volume] (Washburn, Wis.) 1896-1976, 1916-03-16

Our idea of a mean man is one who
waits until Saturday night to have his
hair amputated.
The Washburn times. [volume] (Washburn, Wis.) 1896-1976, 1916-03-16
Russian Coats.

Russian evening coats of rich bro
cade, with immense borders of fur, are
delightful and picturesque garments.
The Washburn times. [volume] (Washburn, Wis.) 1896-1976, 1916-03-16

When a man tells a woman a joke
he usually has to follow 1t up with an
explanation.
The Washburn times. [volume] (Washburn, Wis.) 1896-1976, 1916-03-16

The Seventh Age of Man.
"He is very old man.. isn't he?"
"Well, he is in his second dance.
hood"
The Washburn times. [volume] (Washburn, Wis.) 1896-1976, 1916-03-16

Most of the crazy people we know
have managed to sidetrack the asylum
90 far.
The Washburn times. [volume] (Washburn, Wis.) 1896-1976, 1916-03-16

No man can win success unless he
is in love with his work.
The Washburn times. [volume] (Washburn, Wis.) 1896-1976, 1916-03-16

Throw Off Colds and Prevent Grip.
Wher, You feel q cold coming tn. take LAAA
TIVE BROMo -UlNINh IL re moves enS e., o.
Colds and Grip Only One BRuNO QUlNlNh
Il " tSROV : y signature ON box Sc.
The Washburn times. [volume] (Washburn, Wis.) 1896-1976, 1916-03-16

.'They say Bill married on shoe
string"
Yes, and now he's on his uppers."-
Boston Evening Transcript.
The Washburn times. [volume] (Washburn, Wis.) 1896-1976, 1916-03-16

At the age of twenty-one man has
more ideals than ideas.
The Washburn times. [volume] (Washburn, Wis.) 1896-1976, 1916-03-16

Men who invest in watered stool
are apt to get soaked.
The Washburn times. [volume] (Washburn, Wis.) 1896-1976, 1916-03-16
Foolish Bill.

For calks use Hanford's Balsam.
Adv.
The Washburn times. [volume] (Washburn, Wis.) 1896-1976, 1916-03-16

An egg in the cup is worth two Il
the neat
The Washburn times. [volume] (Washburn, Wis.) 1896-1976, 1916-03-16

France before the war had $1,000
industrial concerns.
Norwich bulletin., 1916-05-25
COLONIAL DANES MEET
Elect Officers, Following Luncheon at FairieId-Miss Gilman, of Norwich, Registrar.

The annual meeting of the Connec- ticut Society of Colonial Danes, for which Mrs. Oliver Gould Jennings opened her home in Fairfield Tues day was attended by many members. At 12 o'clock the guests sat down to luncheon following which the regular business session was held and off, cers were named for the coming year as follows: Mrs. James Andrews of Hartford, president; Mrs. James Ma son Hoppin of New Haven, vice presi- dent; Miss A. B. Jennings of Fair field, second vice president. Mrs. Ed ward c. Buckland and Miss Elizabeth Fay Whitney of New Haven. Mrs. Iy- man B. Brainard of Hartford, Mrs. Frank D. Glazer, Mrs. John Davenport Cheney of South Manchester. and Miss M. Townshend of Middletown complete the board of managers.
 Interesting reports were made by
 the recording secretary, Miss M Townsend: Mrs. Thomas Chapman,
 corresponding secretary, reporting for the delegates to the national council
 held in Washington: Mrs. John Addt-
 son Porter of this city, historian;
 Miss Caroline F. Gilman, of Norwich,
 registrar, and Miss Mary K. TaIcott, geneaIogist.
 Appropriations were made to the various committees for carrying on LlS MOEk QuTlnS the cO1HluS y6ak The Colonial Danes of Connecticut
 are announcing the publication Of a book entitled Once Upon Time ir Connecticut, written by Miss Caroline
 Newton of New Haven, a member o1 the Connecticut society. and which ] has received the endorsement of Prof
 Charles M. Andrews of Yale and other prominent men. It is hoped that this
 book will be in circulation in the pub- l lie schools.
 | Another important announcement ic | the near readiness for unveiling of twC beautiful tablets to Gov. John Hayne: Center church in Hartford. l Awards were given for many prizl | essays
Norwich bulletin., 1916-05-25
BIG STRIKE IN
 NEW LONDON SETTLED.
Thousand Laborers to Return to Work
 After Three Weeks' Strike.

Just as the clock struck the hour of noon Wednesday Mayor Ernest E. Rog- CTS of New London was able to an- nounce that the strike of 1000 laborers in that city. now in its third week, had come to an end. The announcement was made in his office in the municipal building in the presence of several contractors, President Della and other officials of Laborers union No. 1 and a delegation of 30 men from Fall River and New Bedford in the employ of the T. A. Scott company and the New England Construction company.
 The termination of the controversy followed the acceptance by employers of a proposition made Wednesday by representatives of the union. The lat ter agreed to return to work at the present schedule for a period of 45 days, dating from May 20, at the ex- piration of which time they are guar anteed $2.25 for an eight-hour day. A formal agreement to this effect was signed before night.
 News of the settlement of the strike spread rapidly and was received with general satisfaction. It is expected that all construction work will be re- stunned with a full quota of laborers in the morning.
Norwich bulletin., 1916-05-25
Leather eettina searoe.

Norwich shoe dealers are interested in the invitation of the National Shoe Retailers Association of America to attend meeting on Thursday of this week, at the. headquarters of the Phil adelphia Chamber of Commerce in that city, to discuss the growing scar city and increasing cost of leather and shoe findings of all kinds. It is said that a possible outcome of the con ference will be a demand on congress to prohibit exports of leather of all kinds. Should this action be deemed necessary, it is planned to have a cd4nmittee go to Washington and take the matter up with the proper off, cials.
 Among the organizations that have been invited to send delegates to the meeting are the Morocco Manufacture CTS National Association, National Association of Tanners. National Shoe Wholesalers Association, National Shoe Finders Association, and the Patent Leather and Enamel Associa- tion. These interests, it is said, rep resent more than $1,000,000,000 of in- vested capital.
 On Wednesday a special meeting of the executive committee of the Ma tionaI Boot and Shoe Manufacturers Association will be held at the Hotel Astor, New York, to consider the same questions.
Norwich bulletin., 1916-05-25
INSURANCE co. JOINS
 CLEANUP WEEK CAMPAIGN
Distributes Suggestions to It's Local
 Policy Holders.

A life insurance company doing business in this city has joined in the Cleanup Week movement, fostered by the City Beautiful Committee of the Norwich Board of Trade and on Tuesday had a number of hand bills relating to the campaign distributed to it's policy holders under the cap tion, What You Should Do, the hand bill says:
 See that all rubbish is removed from your cellar, back yard and area way. Have 1t placed in suitable re- ceptacles where the street cleaning department can readily remove it. Clear railways of all Instructions. Re- ings for the simmer. Scrub floors, railways and all unvarnished wood work thoroughly. Use plenty of soap and hot water. Clean all windows and keep them open to fresh air and sum- light. Ventilate damp cellars.
 Report all neighborhood nuisances, such as stagnant pools and iIl-smel- ing. refuse piles, to the health depart ment.
 Ask your landlord to repair leaky roofs and plumbing, and to repair dirty, broken walls and ceilings. If there is vacant lot adjoining your house see that it is cleaned of all decaying and refuse material. And remember that cheerful compliance with these suggestions, and every
 
 [ will help to make your city a, more 1 healthful one in which to live. You | should be glad to do it. With the same end in view the State Board of Health has prepared and distributed to the health officers in every town of the state attractive I posters reading as follows: HELP WANTED! To make our homes safe and sani- 1 tary, to make our town healthy and 1 prosperous.
 l Have you a dirty back yard? An ] uncovered garbage pail? Chicken GOODS needing care? Open or broken 1 sink drain? A neglected privy? A l f1y-breeding manure heap? Or an un- protected well?
 Look around and see if there is not something for you to dol 1 Protect your family from disease and discomfort. Make your home more pleasant and beautiful Be a good neighbor and a good citizen.
Norwich bulletin., 1916-05-25
DUMPED MUD AND
 SAND IN COVE. Bench Warrant Signed in Case of r. A. Scott Company.

The United States district court opened it's May term in Hartford on. Tuesday with Judge Thomas pre- siding.
 Fifteen indictments were presented to the federal grand jury. Among them were the cases of Dr. P. D. Se- nior, arrested in Waterbury for pre- scribing narcotic drugs; Jerome A. L.. Phelan, former letter carrier at New Haven. charged with embedding mail matter; Edward A. Peck. formerly postmaster at Rocky Hill, charged A. Crawford, arrested in Bridgeport for defrauding the government with bogus money orders; Leon Jim, of Bridgeport, who was found to have opium in his restaurant; and Edward E. Wimber alias Edward E. Burns, who admitted stealing blank money orders from the United States ship Vermont and forging the names of the postmaster of New York and others to them and cashing them at New Lon don.
 Three fnformations were issued and bench warrants signed in cases of the war department of the United States government against the T. A. Scott company of New London for dumping mud and sand in Shaw's Cove at a point different than designated by the department: aginst the New York, NeW 31dNSu cS 1AeI tAo4o ENs!IAoau CoAh- panv for failing to open the draw bridge over the Poquonock river at Bridgeport, September IA, 1915, and l against the East Side Coal company of Bridgeport for building a wharf outside the harbor line in Yellow Mill pond harbor.
 A petition of creditors asking that the Arena Centerfreeze company of New Haven be adjudged bankrupt was on the calendar for hearing today. but the company's representative stated
 there was no objection to being ad- 1 judged bankdupt.
 Assignment of civil cases to be
 heard at New Haven were made by | Judge Thomas.
Norwich bulletin., 1916-05-25
TAHIYYMI.E
Ladiss BensvUlens Society. siolds Last
 Meeting of ths season.- -Psrsonais.

The Ladies Benevolent society Of the Tafty1lie Congrega ationa1 church held it's last meeting of the season Tednes- day afternoon in the church parlora. The church was heautIfully decorated with ferns and flowers. There was a very large atteudanee. each member inviting a g1est. Following 4ahe reru- lar business meeting, at which Mrs. Whittlesey presided. and the routine business transacted, a deIightflia en- tertatnment was given by the ladies of the society. The following programme was rendered. Piano solo. 6Eass Whit tlesey; song. Miss Edna Baker; read ing, Miss LillIbrtdge; vocal duet, Miss Baker and Miss Young: reading, 1diss Lillfbridge: song, Miss Young. Re- treatments Of ice cream, cake, candy and nuts were served by the commit tee in charge. Those comprising the committee were Mrs. Arthur VarleVi chairman, Mrs. Torrance, Mrs. Par sons, Mrs. Vollnnan, Mrs. Webster and Miss Young
Norwich bulletin., 1916-05-25
COMMON PLEAS COURT
 WILL SIT TODAY.
Will Hear Case of Mary Sylvia of Westerly Vs. Deputy Sheriff Casey.

The court of common pleas will come in at New London today to hear the case of Mary Sylvia of Westerly against Deputy Sheriff William H. Casey.
 The Sylvia brothers conducted shoe store in Pawcatuclx, in West Broad street. just over the Westerly boundary line, and Sheriff Casey attached prop erty in the store in a suit brought by a rubber company Mary, the wife of one of the Sylvia brothers, claims that the property attacGled by the sheriff belonged to her and she has brought suit of replevin, and the sheriff is of necessity the defendant in the case. Attorney Clarence E. Roche is counsel for plaintiff and Judge Herbert w Rathbun for defendant.
Norwich bulletin., 1916-05-25
CELEBRATED THEIR GOLDEN WEDDING
Years of Marrfd Have Resided at Their Present Home Since 1901.

MT. and Mrs. James Mcintosh of Pomfret completed fifty years of mar ried life on Wednesday, and are re- ceiving the congratulations of a host of friends.
 Both Mr and Mrs. Mcintosh are natives of Pictou County, Nova Sco- tia and in childhood were schooImates. Early in life MT. Mcintosh learned the harness makers trade and went from Nova Scotia to Dorchester, Mass, where he followed his trade for some years. In 1888 he went to Hyde Park, Mass.
Norwich bulletin., 1916-05-25

MT. and Mrs. Mcintosh were united in marriage May 24, 1866. They have six children, all of whom are living and they have eleven grandchildren. MT. Mcintosh retired in 1901 and most of the time since he and Mrs. Mem tosh have made their home in Pom fret.
 MT. and Mrs. Mcintosh are well known to many Pomfret people by whom they are highly regarded. MT. and Mrs. Mcintosh are enjoying ex- cellent health at the resent time and take much interest in current events.
Norwich bulletin., 1916-05-25
state W. c. 2. U. Meetinas.

The State Womaz's Christian Tenn perance union will hold a series of in- stitutes in the following cities: Hart New Haven, June 9; New London, June 6; Willimantic, June '. Special topics will be presented by leaders specially qualified for the work, All members of local unions and friends of the temperance cause are urged to att teTd and invited to take part in the
Norwich bulletin., 1916-05-25
Funeral of Miss Elizabeth MuIhoITand
 Personals.

At 8.s0 Wednesday morning the fu- neral of Miss Elizabeth MulholIand was held from the home of her mother, on Boskell avenue. Many friends and relatives attended. A large number of beautiful floral tributes were ar ranged about the casket
 At the services at the Sacred Heart church, in Taftville. Rev. U. o. Belle rose sung a high requiem mass. Two hymns were sung by the choir. The bearers were James Smith, Clement Joubert. W. J. Houlihan and Thomas Brennan. Burial was in St Mary's cemetery, where Father Bellerose read a committal service at the grave.
Norwich bulletin., 1916-05-25
Gifts for PIainfield Guest.

Miss Emily May Hopkins of Plain field is spending few days with Mrs. A. F. Greene at her home on West Town street. "Wednesday was her birthday. and a birthday cake with ten candles was enjoyed with friends, and a May basket was sent her in honor of the day.
Norwich bulletin., 1916-05-25
DIED

PIERCE-In Norwich, May 2S, Emma s. Johnson, beloved wife of Albert F. Pierce, aged 42 years. Funeral from her late home, 27 Union street, Friday afternoon, May 26, at 1 o'clock Burial in family lot at Preston City cemetery. NoYEs-In Norwich, May 23, at his residence on Carroll avenue, Rev. Charles Moves, aged 80 years. CONRAD-In Preston, May 24, 1916, William 6. Conrad. aged 27 years. GILBERT-In this city, May "A, enter ed into life eternal, Nathan Good speed Gilbert, aged 65 years. Notice of funeral hereafter.
Norwich bulletin., 1916-05-25
Arrested on serious charqe.

wanted by the Danielson authorities on a charge of bastardy. was arrested here Monday evening by Policeman Ralph Diveto. He will be taken to Danielson this morning. It is said the young man is willing to marry the girl in the case.
Norwich bulletin., 1916-05-25
Will Present Medals.

There will be a social time in the Y. M. c. A. gym on Friday evening, and at this time triangles, medals, cer- tificates and bars won in the physical tests will be presented Refreshments will be served after the presentation of the medals.
Norwich bulletin., 1916-05-25
UEre g11llRtim Norwich. Thursday, May g. 1916.
THE WEATHER
Conditions.

Conditions. The rains have ended in the At lantic states where temperatures are considerably higher than on Tuesday and generally above the seasonal av- craze.
 The winds along the north Atlantic coast will be moderate south and southwest; middle Atlantic coast gentle to moderate variable, mostly south.
 The weather will be generally fair during the next two days over the east with somewhat higher tempera- lures in the Atlantic states.
 Forecast Northern and Southern New Eng land and Eastern New York: Gen orally fair Thursday and probably F'ri- day.
 Observations in Norwich. The following records reported from Sevin's pharmacy show the changes in temperature and the barometric changes Wednesday:
 Ther. Bar. a. m. 51 3O.45 1z m. 65 SO.10 D P. m. 66 30.U5 Highest 69 lowest 51.
 Comparisons. Predictions for Wednesday,: Fair. Wednesdays weather: As predict .!T-
Norwich bulletin., 1916-05-25
Memorial Mass.

An anniversary mass for Roger church at 7.30 o'clock Wednesday morning by Rev. Charles W. Brennan. At the offertory Miss May Pounch rendered O Merltum Passionus, and as a waiting hymn Nearer, My God, to Thee
Norwich bulletin., 1916-05-25

Rev. and Mrs. Edward H. Smith and daughters of Ing-hok left China Satur- day, May 20, and reached Japan the following Monday evening. They leave Japan for Vancouver Friday of this week.
Norwich bulletin., 1916-05-25
CARD OF THANKS

thanks to all those who remembered and aided us during the loss of my daughter and our sister Miss Elizabeth flowers.
 (Signed) MRS. JOHN MCTHOLdANID AND
 FAMILY.
Norwich bulletin., 1916-05-25
Meetinu Thia Evenina.

the auspices of the First Methodist church will be held this (ISlursday) evening at the home of MT. and Mrs. Woodland Wheeler on Otrobando ave- nue.
Norwich bulletin., 1916-05-25

William H. Tague of Mcclellan ave- nue is able to be out and around again after being confined to his home for the past two months with sickness.
Norwich bulletin., 1916-05-25

MT. and Mrs. Sidney P. Smith and daughter, Eleanor Huntington Smith, of Washington street are in Walpole, Mass, to visit Mrs. Smiths mother.
Norwich bulletin., 1916-05-25
BORN.

Norwich Town. May 24 1918, daughter. Mildred Weaver, to Mir. and Mrs. Richard Carter of 190 Sturtevant street.
Norwich bulletin., 1916-05-25
In a Few Words.

Mrs. William Dowsett was the guest the last of the week of Mrs. Adelbert Rudd at her home on West Town street.
Norwich bulletin., 1916-05-25

MT. and Mrs. Erroll Wilcox and children of New London spent the week end at Mr. s-Wilcox's former home on the Scotland road.
Norwich bulletin., 1916-05-25

D. c. Murphy was in Hartford Wed. nesday on a short business trip.
Norwich bulletin., 1916-05-25

MT. and Mra Adam Liepold of South c street have moved to Hartford.
Norwich bulletin., 1916-05-25

MT. and Mrs. Owen S. Smith of Huntington avenue were An Wood stock Monday, where they attended
Norwich bulletin., 1916-05-25

Hartford.-AIfred M Perry, Hart ford man, gets the John $. Welles fellowship of the Hartford Theological seminary.
Norwich bulletin., 1916-05-25
ParnnnaIa

Albert Portelance Of Hartford was a visitor in town Wednesday.
Norwich bulletin., 1916-05-25

Branford.-There continues to be a steady influx of laborers for the fac tory here. The wire mill and the M. I. F. are doing good business.
Norwich bulletin., 1916-05-25
NORWICH TOWN

Rev. Edward II. Smith and Family Reach Japan = Birthday Gifts for PlainfieId Guest.
Norwich bulletin., 1916-05-25
Former Biz Leauuer in Town.

FuTFII5T 1IH IeNausr In EOW1s
 Albert CfIobe1 Ferris of Providence is visiting MT. and Mrs. Joseph Wood. Hobe formerly played second base for the Norwich team and later played with the Boston Red Sox.
Norwich bulletin., 1916-05-25

Woodstock.
Norwich bulletin., 1916-05-25

Miss Eva Wilcox of Norwich and Miss Amelia Mabrey and her brother, P. l.. Mabrey, from Franklin, were re- cent guests of Miss Emily Wilcox at her home on the Scotland road.
Norwich bulletin., 1916-05-25
gun. Moon ma rIdes.
GREENEVHLE

Six hours after high water 1t Ia low tide. which is followed by flood tide.
Norwich bulletin., 1916-05-25
Parsonala.

Charles Fox has accepted a position in Pawtucl1et, R. T.
Norwich bulletin., 1916-05-25

Michael Kirby is visiting friends in Philadelphia for short time.
Norwich bulletin., 1916-05-25

Predictions for Wednesday,: Fair. Wednesdays weather: As predict ed.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1916-07-05
A DISTRESSING ACCIDENT.

Gregory Schacherer. son Of Mr.. and
Mrs. John Schacherer Of near Edge.
wood was killed Saturday afternoon.
while assisting with the work Of rails
ing the frame of large barn. The
young man was nineteen years of age
and was caught underneath falling
timber crushing his life out almost
instantly. Mr.. Schacherer Was a
nephew of Edward Schacherer OF
this city, and was well known in
the northern part of the county.
This makes the second tragic death
in the family. Readers of The Dem
ocrat will recall the tragic death of
Attorney T. J. Fitzpatrick of Dubuque
who was brother of Mrs. Schacher-
er.
Funeral services were held Monday
afternoon, and interment made in the
cemetery near Greeley. Friends OF
the family sympathize with them in
this great affliction.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1916-07-05
THE THRE, Way
RAILWAY
,lkE OF
,YEEs

The attention Of ., r. reader OF
this paper Is called to the advertise.
ment on another page Of this paper
entitled, Federal Inquiry or Railroad
Strike"
If the conductors, engineers. fire.
men and brakemen of the
country have organized for the pur'
pose of securing unjust advantages,
and are threatening to demoralize the
business Of the country unless their
demands are granted, then the time
has come for national legislation to
protect the country's interstate COM
merce.
II railroad trainmen are better paid
at the present time than any other
class of workmen, they have no mora
right to threaten to damage practi.
cally everyone unless their wages are
increased. These employees had
better be reasonable for 1t would not
take long to enact a statute which
would protect the public from what
they are now threatening to do.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1916-07-05

is now in use at Harvard, Yale. Col
umbia, Chicago and other leading un-
iversities.
Prehaps it is not as an author,
lecturer, or an administrative officer
that President Mackenzie has WELD
ed his uplifting influence over the
youth of the land, especially young
men. He has not lost interest in
fencing, swimming, rifle shooting and
other sports of his undergraduate day
but these things in themselves do
not arouse the enthusiasm OF young
Americans. At football rallies of the
Kentucky boys he has for years been
the principal speaker. Elected by
student vote he is president of the
Grand Chapter of the national fra
ternity known as Alpha Delta Sigma.
As teacher of the Bible Glass Of the
Second Presbyterian church, he in
structed the largest Sunday school
class of the kind in Lexington, but
that was Of less consequence than
the fact that its membership compris-
ed Jews, Catholics and Protestants
OF every denomination. Mackenzie
has always been friend of the
boys, ready to help in time Of trouble
The biggest quality in him is his nat
ural ability for leadership, and he
leads by reason of his manliness,
his sincerity, his initiative, his sense
Of humcr, his consideration of others,
his love of God as revealed in love
of his fellow-man. Xxx.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1916-07-05
STORM DOES DAMAGE

The wind and rain storm on sunday
afternoon did considerable damage in
tho immediate vicinity of Manchester.
A number Of silos We're wrecked, and
many shade trees blown down. At the
Oba Lyman meat market the large
plate glass window was blown Int
the street, and one of the chimneys
on the Harry Gray livery barn was
torn down. An automobile load OF
tourists were in the pathway of the
falling chimney some of the brick
striking the top. Fortunately no one
in the car was seriously injured. Tie
storm covered only small area
around Manchester, but had all the
earmarks of cyclone.