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Norwich bulletin., 1916-11-13
FIRE PREVENTION.

As to whether fire prevention is real ly making good throughout the coun- try, as the result of the support and advocacy which it is receiving, opin- ions may differ. There are many in- stances which go to show that it is. and yet there are those repeated in stances where it appears to fail and where the very condition which it is sought to improve continues to sendan- ger life and property.
 The reports from the large centers throughout the country show, as the result of the establishment of fire pre- vention bureaus and commissions for public safety, that there has been a large reduction in the number of fires and this change is directly attributa- ble to this effort. New York last year has 1910 fewer fires than in the year before. There was a reduction of 20 per cent in the number in Cincinnati. In Chicago the number was 1238 less while the percentage of decreased was even larger in Milwaukee and Boston. Under such circumstances it is not surprising that it is considered that fire prevention pays.
 With such examples set by the larger centers however, the lesson cannot fail Io Aidhe 4lS oPpeeai Io eHS SiilettlCi OOih- munities, especially when it Is shown that during 1915 there was the enor- nous loss in dwelling house fires throughout the country of S39, ,227. That there could have been as great if not greater reduction in those figures with proper attention given to pre- vention as is done in the big centers cannot be questioned. But fire pre- vention does not rest solely with com missioners and boards but with the in dividual and as long as he continues to ignore his responsibility little change, except possibly more fires and greater losses. can be expected. Let every one do his part towards keeping down the danger and the re- suits throughout the country will be as gratifying as in the large cities.
Norwich bulletin., 1916-11-13
ALL ABOUT HATS.

Many women are ready for their second autumn hats, others have just selected their first, and still others have their first yet to select. To all three classes, however, the subject of millinery is an interesting one.
 Embroidery is the thing in the way of trimming. A combination of mate rials is used in many cases to develop one design. On a brown hat a little daisy design has it's petals embroid- cred in ribbon, while the leaves, stems and centers are in silk.
 A novel bonnet of velvet has stream CTS reaching to the shoulders. The streamers are made of several strands of knotted worsted.
 Simple trimmings, such as a sim gle rose, an ornament made of feath- CTS or fur real or imitation, are most effective.
 A novel feature Is a neckpiece with the ends finished to form small change purses. These are arranged so that they shall be decorative as well as practical
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WOMAN IN LATE AND IN THE KITCHEN

ating costumes this year. very elab- orate materials need very little
 trimming. but the simpler fabrics
 must be made to appear more or | less striking and then is when the need for rich faces and sparkling seQuins is felt.
 Quantities of heavy gold lace are used on formal evening wraps and gowns, while the sheerer laces. such as Chantiliy or Spanish lace, are ternoon gowns.
 Jet of variety of rich colors, and
 gorgeous sequins in sparkling and delicate hues are made up into nar-
 now and wide .bandings or individ- ual ornaments which are wonder
 fully helpful in heightening the beauty of a dress. Robes entirely of jet or Qpalescent faces are lovely and, it
 must be admitted, very costly. Pat terms in lowered, circular, square or striped design of jet or opa1escent spangles are embroidered on fine nets 1 and faces most effectively.
 Worsted bandings and medallions continue in vogue and help to in- ] troduce the brilliant Persian colors which are in such demand.
 serve this purpose as well as bead ed nets of every possible design. To be absolutely up to the min ute there must be some metal trim
 ming on your costume whether it be
 an evening gown, afternoon frock, blouse or even negligee. Entire
 gowns are made of metal cloth and
 some combinations show metal faces over metal cloth. Al! the style details this season tend to elaborateness so that this fancy for metal lace and tis-
 sue lends itself well to bringing about
 the required effect. Georgette crepe, chiffon and other sheer fabrics serve
 as an excellent background for metal
 faces. The Oriental note is evident in
 some of the 1aces and oriental trim
 ming is received with much favor.
 Among these is one style of lace which
 makes attractive yokes, vests and
 baEdings.
 The modish pile fabrics combine
 well with metal or oriental faces,
Norwich bulletin., 1916-11-13
PROHIBITION GAINS.

That the liquor question played a large part in the campaigns which were carried on in many of the states was manifested by the literature that was sent forth, the advertising that was done and the efforts that were put forward. These contests did not take on national significance but they brought out a large vote nevertheless and from such figures as are avail able it appears that the list of prohi- bition states has been increased by four. These are the northern states of Michigan, Nebraska, South Dakota and Montana and according to the claims of the "drys' there are now p states in their column.
 Strong efforts were made in behalf of prohibition in Maryland, Missouri and California but without success al- though the supporters of such a pol icy came forth in large numbers to secure 1t, and in Florida a prohibition governor was elected. In the state of Virginia the prohibition law previous ly adopted went into effect just before election.
 The states which now stand for pro- hibition, although there are notable instances in that list where the en- forcement of the law Is decidedly lax are well scattered about the country Those in the extreme north, those in the extreme south and those in the center are included. and it is useless to overlook the fact, as these new re- cruits are being received, that prohibi- tion is steadily gaining strength throughout the country.
Norwich bulletin., 1916-11-13
RECIPES.

Peppers Stuffed-Cut off the stems and remove the seeds of six green pep pers, and then parboi1 them. Heat a frying pan and melt in it two table spoons of butter. Next add one chop ped onion. Let this cook slowly for fifteen minutes, then stir in four table spoons of bread crumbs, season with peper, catchup and salt. When the pepers are removed from the boiling water set them up in a shallow pan like cups and put ofe tablespoon of the mixture into each, then into each
 some more of the prepared crumbs. ten minutes only, but if liked hard
 bake fifteen minutes. These should be served ntoast with one and one
 have been mixed two tablespoons o1
 mild grated cheese.
 Apple Rice Pudding-Pare and core one-haf dozen apples and place them 1 in a well buttered pudding dish; cook one cup of rice and salt slightly | When rice is beginning to soften re- 1 move from the fire. Into the core l opening put enough rice to half fill | then a piece of butter and finish fill | ing. Put rice all around an dover the apples until they are smothered. Sprin- kle two tablespoons of sugar with 8 little cinnamon over the whole. Have ready one pint of milk heated an6 pour over the reel. Bake in the over til the milk is all cooked up. Serve
 with cream or maple syrup.
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present war must go on untn there Is a decisive victory. It Is realized that 1t would be impossible to reach any agreement with the war standing as it does today. If peace were to be sought today it would have to be ar ranged upon terms which would be satisfactory to each side. The question of territory would be hard one to handle because Germany would be un- willing to give up what it has and there would be no disposition on the part of the allies to permit Germany to retain the portions of several coun- tries which it now controls.
 It Is gratifying to know that there is a disposition on both sides to avoid in the future another such conflict as that which is now underway and 1t is most unfortunate that there IS such an obstacle standing in the way of put ting into operation such an arrange ment as all are agreeable to after peace has once been established
Norwich bulletin., 1916-11-13
THE THANKING ABUSE.

When congress convenes again it will have an opportunity to take up the question of the oft discussed matter of abuse of the franking privilege. It will have an opportunity to look into the actions of Congressman Tavenner Of Illinois who sent through the mails under his personal frank five million copies of his indorsement of Henry Ford's anti-preparedness statement, This of course was a campaign docu- ment and 1t was sent all over the country, costing a half million dollars of the peoples money.
 It was of course no more than others might have done but it was more than others did. It was perhaps no more than anyone in congress might have done who wanted to take advantage of the privileges which are accorded them. It is not of course the first in- stance where this right has been abused, but 1t is probably one of the most glaring instances of it.
 This means not only the use of the United States mails without charge but it means that Uncle Sam must furnish the paper, the printing, the en- velopes and possibly the expense ot addressing them.
 Whether anything will be attempted in regard to this too great freedom with the nations money rests with congress. There have been enough demands for reforms in that respect tc have brought them about long ago but nothing has been done about it and it is entirely possible because ot that apparent approval of past con- duct in respect to the franking privi- lege that Tavenner was encouraged tc do as he did this campaign.
Norwich bulletin., 1916-11-13
PIMPLY? WELL, DON'T BE!
People Notice It. Drive Them Off with Dr. Edwards Olive Tablets

A pifnply face will not embarrass you much longer if you get package of Dr. Edwards Olive Tablets. The skin should begin to clear after you have taken the tablets a few nights.
 Cleanse the blood, the bowels and the liver with Dr. Edwards Olive Tablets, the successful substitute for ca1omel- there's never any sickness or pain after taking them.
 Dr. Edwards Olive Tablets do that which calomel does, and just as effec- lively, but their action is gentle and safe instead of severe and irritating.
 No one who takes Olive Tablets is ever cursed with a dark brown taste" a bad breath, dull, istless, mo good" feeling, constipation, torpid liver, bad disposition or pinply face.
 Dr. Edwards Olive Tablets are a purely vegetable compound mixed with olive oil; you will know them by their olive color.
 Dr. Edwards spent years among pa tients afflicted with liver and bowel complaints, and Olive Tablets are the immensely effective result. '
 Take one or two nightly for week. See how much better you feel and look. 1Oc and 25c per box. All druggists. /
Norwich bulletin., 1916-11-13
kIMoNo NIGHTGoWNs,

A kimono nightgown is the most simple to make and can readily be fashioned without pattern. Fold the crepe crosswise in the center three yards of material will be suffi- c1eEt) and cut a square or circular neck in the middle of the fold Cut out a triangular piece nine inches from the fold, thus forming short sleeves. This piece is not wasted, but sewed to the bottom of the skirt as a gore. Make French seams; hem, face the neck and sleeves and the gown is ready for a bit of trimming. Bead ing and lace around neck and sleeves with a narrow ribbon for a draw string is all that is necessary. A lowered crepe with colored ribbon to match will make very pretty gown, and the actual work of making it can be &C., complished in a very short time.
Norwich bulletin., 1916-11-13
THE WAR PRIMER By National Geographic Society

"Campuiung, also spelled Kimpu-
 lung, is one of the small cities on the
 southern slope of the Transylvanian
 uously in the war news from the Rou-
 manian front since the Austro Ger
 mans assumed the offensive in that
 zone of hostilities. Surrounded by
 beautiful mountains which are cloth
 ed with splendid forests, 1t was, even
 as late as last summer, one of the
 most popular of the Roumanian re-
 sorts among the well-to- do classes of
 the national capital in spite of the war
 cloud which lowered over the country,
 says a war geography bulletin issued
 fAom the Washington headquarters of
 the National Geographic Society.
 Tt was m this picturesque spot
 that Rudolph the Black established the
 first capital of the principality known
 as Wallachia, in the thirteenth cen tury. The town did not enjoy it's court distinction long, however, for it was superseded by Curtea d'Argesch.
 also founded by Rudolph, 30 milss to the southwest. And these places were
 succeeded in turn by Tfrgovitse and Bucharest.
 'FWith a population not exceeding 13,000, CampUlung's chief industrial interests are centered in its paper 1 mills which are supplied with power Dy the IurDulenI 1eFSuIul, a Ir1DuIdIy of the river Argesch. The town forms the apex of an inverted triangle, the other two points being the important
 Transylvanian cities of Hermannstadi and Kronstadt. It is some fifteen ] miles south of Torzburg or TorcsvaI | Pass, from which Kronstadt Is 20 l miles in an airline to the northeast and Hermannstadt is 55 miles to the northwest. The village of TorZburg at the northern entrance to this pass | has an imposing castle which stands on the site of the medieval fortress o1 Dietrichstein, built by band of Teu- | tone knights in 1212.
 i Rudolph, or Radu, founded Cam i pulung near theaeite of an old Roman camp, and one of his first cares was to erect a castle and church. 1h | the latter the visitor will find a DOT ! trait of the founder bearing the fol- lowing inscription: Great Radu Negru | Voivode, first of the descending lords of the Roumanian land.
 "A church of far greater interest l than this monument to the ptety oi I the first Wallachtan prince to march | over the Transylvanian Alps from the Hungarian plateau and settle perman- ently in the fertile valleys of the Ar
 gesch and its affluents is the little chapel attached to the monastery o1 Nameoshti. which clings to the side 1 of mountain just an hours, ride by i carriage from Computing. Legeno | says that the site for the building
 was selected following the discovery of a picture in a hollow rock. The l finder dug deeper and there was sud-
 denly revealed to him g large cavern | which subsequently, was converted in- | to a church.
 Through a branch line, 35 miles 1 long, between Campulung and Potesci 1 the first capital of Wallachia enjoys i railway communication with the mod ern capital of the united provinces o1 | Wallachia and Moldavia. The air. ! line distance between the old and the ! new seats of government is 80 miles,
Norwich bulletin., 1916-11-13
NEEDLEWORK NOTES,

The woman who does not crochet can fashion yokes for nightgowns or camisoles from lengths of 1aee sewed together. Various kinds of laces can be combined in this way
 The dainty cross stitch borders are attractive on small guest towels Worked in shades Of yellow, with green or pale blue, or in two shades of green, the result is admirable Many women select a material that has a block pattern and count the pattern out on this instead of using canvas.
 A most attractive scarf for the bungalow or the veranda is made of craftsman's canvas darned with raf- fla. Indian designs in baskets or rugs can be copied and applied with stun ming results for scarfs of this sort. The colors of the Indian patterns, which are so soft in tone can be car ried out with good effect in the col ored raffia.
Norwich bulletin., 1916-11-13
SERGE FROCkS.

The separate frock of navy serge will not lose any of it's popularity. It is to be found mostly in princess styles, or made on lines that give the shoulder to hem effect. Jumper frocks of serge to be worn with separate blouses of Georgette crepe are very handsome. One buttons down the back with black buttons. It has a guimpe of terra cotta Georgette crepe and stiff flaps extended outward over the hips, heavily T embroidered with terra cotta silk. The corse1et effect is gained by pointed yokes on these serge frocks which point upward on the blouse and downward on the full cir cular skirt
Norwich bulletin., 1916-11-13
PEACE MUST COME FIRST.

Inasmuch as Edward Grey, the Brit ish foreign minister. has recently en- dorsed the league for enforcing peace it was incumbent for Berlin to have something to say upon the question Because one has favored it. it does not mean that the other must or that the other can for that very reason be placed on the opposite side. Germany may or may not have been influenced at all by the stand which was taken by Sir Edward Grey. but Chancellor Bethmann-H Hollweg has spoken through his address to the reichstag and he also falls in with the idea of the na- tions of the world uniting in a league which will enforce peace.
 That of course is all looking to the situation after peace is declared. It is by no means a move for peace for each side is.as determtnsd ass eyer that the
Norwich bulletin., 1916-11-13
SKATING COSTUMES,

Skating is to rival dancing this winter so the wise ones say, and skating costumes are already occupy- ing feminine minds. One of the pet tlest is a burnt orange duvetyne with a tight band of skunk just below knee length. This can be unsnapped from the front panel; and as the remainder or the skirt is shirred on elastic, there is enough give" for the most en- thusiastic skater. The angora skat- ing cap now shows a scarf extension which can be wound about the neck above an angora sweater coat to match
Norwich bulletin., 1916-11-13

reform in careful and systematic mis- sionary work among those who do not understand the great advantages to be secured by the adoption of the char ter. That the opposition to it will be strong and well organized seems apar- ent and it will entail no light effort upon the friends of the charter to see that it succeeds of enactment. It can be successfully done, of that there is no doubt, but it cannot be done with out a great deal of hard and cons sctentious work upon the part of ia friends of the charter.-Bridgepo Telegram.
Norwich bulletin., 1916-11-13
HOSPITALITY,

Don't let impromptu hospitality die out in your home, housewife. En- courage your husband to bring his friends home for dinner and your daughter to bring her friends to lunch. Keep a stock of canned goods always ready on your shelves and a supply of clean table linen in your linen closet and then you will not feel any qualms about asking your own callers who stay on into lunch hours to partake of your lunch with you,
Norwich bulletin., 1916-11-13
KEEPING ATTRACTIVE.

An important step in keeping at tractive is to see that your neckwear and accessories are fresh. Always put your hat and veil on with care. Choose the most becoming colors for your gowns and suits. The well groomed woman has the advantage over her sister who is untidy. The knowledge gives her self confidence, and with self confidence rightly gained one can accomplish anything.
Norwich bulletin., 1916-11-13
FRILLY EFFECTS HELP.

It has been said that a woman can take ten years off her life by wear ing her kair loose and fluffy. Fur and lace have the same youthifying effect.
 Fur trimming around the throat gives 1t a. soft, downy look, especially if one is inclined toward thinness, Lace and boudoir caps are becoming to most faces, which proves that lacy. frilly conceits are Identifying to the feminine face and figure.
 Nowadays almost every one can af- ford the cheaper variety of fur trim ming and the lack frilly things can be made at home without great ex- pense. Don't forget that the soft f1uf1iness of tho hair adds to the charm of the profile. The luster of the eyes are enhanced a thousandfold, too, by a luxurious frame of wavy hair
Norwich bulletin., 1916-11-13

A party of scientists will leave New York this week to study the diseases of South American natives. In view of the poliomyelitis cases it would not be surprising If the South Americans thought they had plenty studying to I.do at home
Norwich bulletin., 1916-11-13

France does not appear to be greatly perplexed over the possibility of shortage of labor following the war since it is already planning to install labor saving devices to take the place of the fallen.@ss N iSeasSsS
Norwich bulletin., 1916-11-13

With Canada's munitions industry so developed as to be independent of the United States. and England able to get along without our steel after next spring. there are indications of what may happen to some of the 'war brides"
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TO KEEP LEMONS. =

Lemons may be kept a long time without becoming dry if put into a jar of water with a lid. Change the water once week if the lemons are to be kept long. When used they will be found quite as firm and juicy as when fresh.
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thousand other such details of house.

There is a woman abroad who makes a business of funerals, where she takes photos of the mourners and other incidents of the occasion. These photographs she makes up into albums and then sells them to the family Of the decedent. She makes as high as SS5 a week from her enterprise.
Norwich bulletin., 1916-11-13

If the skin is dry one should apply cold cream to it before retiring ev- cry night. Care should be taken not to use 9 strong soap. In fact, soap should not be used often, for it has a drying effect. Oatmeal used in the water has cleansing and softening effect.
Norwich bulletin., 1916-11-13

Paris reports 77 aeroplane battles on the French front one day last week. There are times when the war in Flu rope appears to be considerably up in the air. 3#
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HEALTH AND BEAUTY.

Heavy eyebrows are just as unat- tractive as the lack of them. The superfiuous hairs can be removed and those remaining should be brushed daily.
Norwich bulletin., 1916-11-13
The ChapIain,s Prayer

Among the inspiring things that take place in a big political conven- ton may be mentioned the earnest ness, humility and faith of the chap lains prayer.-Toledo Blade.
Norwich bulletin., 1916-11-13

The arrangement of the hair has a great deal to do with ones appear ance. The woman nearing the 40 mark should spend much time in de- terming which style is most becoming to her. She should cling to that style no matter what new fashion may be introduced.
Norwich bulletin., 1916-11-13

Now that the election is over nothing stands in the way of early Christmas shopping except Thanksgivtng.
Norwich bulletin., 1916-11-13

The man on the corner says: Even though the election is over the war can be relied upon for some time to fur nish plenty of excitement.
Norwich bulletin., 1916-11-13

Mother Gertrude of the Sisters of Charity in Dubuque, Iowa. has been a nun for seventy-hve years, having joined the sisters in Philadelphia. in 1841, when she was IA years of age.
Norwich bulletin., 1916-11-13
CONCERNING WOMEN.

The women of Australia, having the right to vote, will help to decide the question of conscription, for which a bill recently passed calls for a refer endun vote.
Norwich bulletin., 1916-11-13

Boiled buildings should never be
 turned out the moment they are done.
 They are very likely to break ii this is done.
Norwich bulletin., 1916-11-13

Try frying fish in fat that has been
 saved from former frying; the flavor will be very much improved.
Norwich bulletin., 1916-11-13

With the arrival of Billy and Ma in Boston, 1t will be Sunday every day for great many people in that vii cinitY. .-.
Norwich bulletin., 1916-11-13

When cutting fur, never use scis-
 sors; use a razor or very sharp pen knife to cut through the skin at the back.
Norwich bulletin., 1916-11-13

The Russo -Rumanian forces in the Dobrudja are apparently getting the leadership which they have long needed.
Norwich bulletin., 1916-11-13

Earthquake shocks have been re- ported at Washington. Probably the effect of the early reports concerning the election outcome.
Norwich bulletin., 1916-11-13

Miss Ella M. Haas of Ohio has spent thirty-three years in a factory and for the last seven years has been a member of the board of factory in- spectors of her state.