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Norwich bulletin., 1916-12-21
THINGS THAT YOU KNOW,
 THAT | DON'T Rev. A. w. Burdon, Pastor of Fed erated Church Spoke at Y. M. c. A. Meeting.

The regular Wednesday noon shop talk was held at the American Ther- mos Bottle Co.,, under the auspices of the Y. Nj. c. A. Rev. A. w. Burdon, pastor of the Federated church, ad- dressed the men on the subject, Things That You Know, That I Don't. and said in part:
 The fact that in our hearts we may have a feeling of envy is illustrated in the story of Joseph and his broth CTS. Joseph came, filled with enthu- siasm and life. His brothers saw his glistening garments in the distance and because of envy decided to do him harm. The fact that they were envious led to a lie which twenty years afterward they had to meet in Egypt. Envy is death to our best en- deavors; it keeps us from being origi- nal. We are so busy enVying someone else we do not take time to be initia- tive. Ahab saw Naboth's vineyard and coveted his possession of it, then winked at Jezebers wicked murder and in after years paid the price. I don't know that you have this envy in your hearts, your ne1ghbor does not know, you and you only have the key to un- lock the things in your minds and hearts. Don't envy the other fellow bee too big to bother with him and be so busy in getting there that yorI will be original and not a copy.
Norwich bulletin., 1916-12-21
TEACHERS MET AT
 BROADWAY SCHOOL
Superintendent Graham Gave Short Talk on Penmanship-Discussi on Pensions.

At the teachers meeting held in the Broadway grammar school We'd nesday afternoon Superintendent of Schools Edward Graham presided. The chief feature of the afternoon was the discussion of the proposed teachers pension bill which will be introduced in the legislature at the incoming ses- sion. This bill is of much importance to the teachers in the public schools and petitions to the state legislature are being circulated among the teach CTS throughout the state. Blanks were given out to be signed by the teach CTS. A short talk on Penmanship was given by Superintendent Graham.
 Recently tests were given to grades 5, 6, ' and in penmanship. The pa pers were taken into the office to be rated by the superintendent and prin- cipals The results of these papers were discussed by the teachers at the meeting.
 There was a very large attendance of teachers from the schools in the city.
Norwich bulletin., 1916-12-21
MAY ESTABLISH HOME
Representatives of American Reliei Workers Arrive to Look Over Locs Situation.

Captain Carl Haley, representing the American Relief Workers, with na- tional headquarters in Philadelphia, who is going through the state of Con necticut in the interest of children's homes and homes for fallen girls, arr rived in this city Wednesday night. Captain Haley on Friday will be joir- ed by Major Ross I. Cummings aud they will look the local field over for prospects of establishing a nome in this city.
 The organization is establishing a home in each county of the state, and as Norwich is the most central city in New London county it is probable that the institution may be founded in this city. The prospects of the estab- lishment of the home here lies entire ly with the people of the city and if the home is not placed here it win be placed in some other town n the county eventually.
 The work of the organization is car ried on through the medium of churches in cities and towns from tie Atlantic to the Pacific coast. Over 10000 women and children pass through the homes established by the organization annually and the homes established are purelv "l'~~'+aole. No charges are made whatsoever.
 During the Thanksg1vnns ,>4lu Christ mas time last year the organization gave away over 500,o00 meals.
Norwich bulletin., 1916-12-21
SPECIAL COMMON COUNCIL MEETING
Committee Appointed to Report Layout and Construction of Mechanic Street Sewer-Negoiatons to be Made Re gardng the Acquiring of Land for Widening of Thames Street-Two Claims Presented

A second resolution was introduced which provided that Mayor Brown ana the public works committee which consists of Alderman Bailey, Council men Lester and Arnold. be appointed committee to hear those persons men toned and others who may be inter ested in the laying of the Mechanic Street sewer in reference to the as- sessment, benefits, layout and con struction of the proposed sewer A resolution was passed that notice be given to those interested in the pre- posed assessments to appear before the committee on January at o'clock in the council chamber.
 The public works committee through Alderman Bailey presented a report on the matter of the Thames Street inn provement and in this report it was stated that Thames street should be Widened by changing the westerly and easterly sides of the street as pro- vided in the resolution presented. And the land which is needed for the inn proving and widening of the ntreet be secured either by negotiations or con demnation proceedings
 The property owners on the street who will be affected by the improve ments follow:
 Westerly side of the street-Mary J. Huling, Michael Levine, Daniel L.. Jones, Nettie Kinne. Loutrel Valcom, Casey R. Stersky. Isaac SegaI, Wytta Stearnlieb, Rosa Rosinberg, Joseph P. and Andrew P. Connors, Herman Mueller, Harris Friedman Byron trustee, Thomas Gallivan, James O. Mainoney. Annie Ladd, Louis Mark ow, Charles Topliff, Amen Abraham James and Robert Mahoney, Ralph and Angeline Santini, J. Herbert Brown.
 Easterly side-John O. Peckham Laura Leach. Edward G. Wiley and | Joseph Twomey.
 The public works committee recom- mended the passage and approval up- ndue consideration the resolution which provided for the altering. fix. | ing and establishing the westerly an6 l easterly lines of the street. | Another resolution was presented | that the land between the new wester | " and the new easterly line and tht | present westerly line and the presen l easterly line as laid out b made par 1 of the street and the damage there
 by sustained by any person or persons
 will be paid out of the city treasury
 A resolution was presented by tn Winchester Woolen Mills Co.,. througl George W. Carroll. asking to have lait
 out as a public highway, South street so called. which runs from Wes 1 Northern railroad. This petition wa
 referred to the public works commit tee
 Two claims were presented and the
 were referred = the finance commit
 tee.
 Henry H. Curtis asks for s10 to set tie claim on the destruction of
 stone hitching post in front of hi
 home which was knocked down. Gustav H. Herrlin. through his at
 torney, Thomas J. Kelley, asks claim ) for damages for injuries he receive when he fell on a sidewalk on Laur' Hi1l avenue, on December Is at nool dislocating his wrist and other in
 juries.
Norwich bulletin., 1916-12-21

A special meeting of the court of common council was held on Wednes- day evening in the council chamber when Mayor Allyn L. Brown report ed on the investigation hearing. which he held relative to the overhead signs and the public works committee re- ported on the Mechanic Street sewer and the Thames Street Improvements.
 resolution was presented that the needed land in developing and inn proving Thames street be secured, either by negotiations or by condemnation proceedings.
 The meeting was called to order at S.30 o'clock by Mayor Brown and on the roll call it was found that Coun- cilrnen Babcock. Worth, Vaughn, Les ter and Alderman Allen were absent.
 Mayor Brown opened the meeting by explaining to the council the reason for calling special meeting and spoke relative to the hearing on overhead hanging signs and he spoke as fol- lows:
 Gentlemen of the Court of Common
 Council:
 As result of further investigation and the additional information obtain ed at a public hearing held here in the council chamber on the evening of De- cernber 18th, it has seemed wise and fair to modify the method of enforcing the ordinance against overhanging signs as outlined at the last meeting. There are a number of illuminated signs which, although maintained without a permit and so contrary to the ordinance, are of substantial value, securely attached and of attractive ap- pearance.
 While every overhanging sign to which reference was made is an en- croachment upon the highway, where the benefit to the public can be said to outweigh the detriment. it seems in IL. 1<-rr < <11o yrrT1 to remain. It is upon this basis that the street commissioner will issue per- mits to allow the signs above mention ed to continue as they are upon cer- tain conditions.
 The ordinance leaves the matter o1 issuing such a permit or license in the street commissioners discretion, ana after careful consideration he has reached the conclusion, as I under stand it, that while illuminated signs | which represents a substantial | expense which are properly w1r' ed and are fully illuminated, secure | ly fastened to the building and at { 1 sufficient height above the sidewalk l not likely to interfere with the op | erations of the fire department, O l good appearance, kept lighted upol
 every week night, and not objectiona | ble for other reasonable cause will b' | allowed, all other overhanging sign ] will be removed.
 No overhanging signs of any kin, | whatever will be permitted to b. erected hereafter without a writer i permit from the street commission l CT.
 l A report of the public works com mittee regarding the laying of 9. sewe on Mechanic street was presented an
 it was brought out that the passage c the resolution in laying the sewe 1 would benefit on the north side of tn l street, the Norwich Construction Co
 and John H. Perkins, and on the sout side, Ruth N Burdick and Calvin Swan.
Norwich bulletin., 1916-12-21
HOPE REBEkAH LODGE
 ELECTS OFFICERS. Mrs. Kate Tottey Noble Grand Christmas Tree Entertainment Held.

The regular meeting of Hope Re- bekah lodge, No. 21, I. o. O. F., was held in Odd Fellows hall Wednesday evening with over 60 in attendance The annual election of officers for the ensuing year took place. The regular routine of business was transa ted. The reports of the secretary md treasurer were read and approved. Tiie reports show that the lodge is ir q fourishing condition both financially and in regard to membership. The membership has been greatly increased during the past year and the outlook Is exceedingly bright for a larger 1n- crease during the coming year.
 The election of officers for the coming year resulted as follows: Noble grand, Mrs. Kate Tottey; vice fyr.rnd Mrs Annie Ferguson: recording sec retary, Mrs. Ada M. Revell: fina lcial secretary, Mrs. Lena R. Chrislman;
 treasurer, Mrs. Mary E. Green; trIs- tee for three years. Mrs. Nellie
 Eridger; financial committee, Mrs Eva L. Wilson, Mrs. Nellie Bridger and Mrs. Osten Ferguson.
 Following the business session. a Christmas tree was enjoyed by the ladies, each receiving a present and 6 box of candy. Refreshments of sanI- | wiches. cake and coffee were served by tn entertainment committee.
 The installation of officers will take place at the first meeting in January. The officers will be installed py Dis trict Deputy Grand Master Mrs. Sarah Jeffers of Jewett City and her staff. | A supper will be served at cock on the evening of the installation nd
 general good time will be enjoye1.
Norwich bulletin., 1916-12-21
Connecticut Meeting Places.
CITY COURT
Three Cases Disposed of by Judge J.
 H. Barnes.

In the city court Wednesday three cases were before Judge Barnes
 Richard Brady of Brooklyn, charged with drunkenness. was fined 9? and costs. He paid.
 Five dollars was the fine given C. Andrew, Greek, for gambling. The keeper of the rooms where the gamb- ling was charged with allowing minors to loiter about the place but was al- lowed to go as he claimed ;hat he did not know that the gambling was go- ing on.
 A young man who was before the court Tuesday for drunkenness ap- peared Wednesday on the same charge He was fined $5 and allowed to go with the promise that he would stay saber in the future. Tuesdays fine was S11.50.
Norwich bulletin., 1916-12-21
MILK PRODUCERS TO
 MEET HERE SATURDAY.
For Purpose of Perfectins an Organ ization-Like Meetings to Be Held All Through New England.

Te enable all New England dairymen to organize in a single day, all milk on Dec. 30 at their respective county seats for the purpose of organization.
 County Agent F. c. Warner is mak- ing arrangements for the county meet Ing to be held here on Saturday.
 An organizer or representative will be present at each of these county meetings to tell all about the New England Milk Producers association. what it has done, what is aims to do. what it can do if every milk producer in New England join with it.
 Objects in View.
 The idea is better prices for better milk cooperative purchase of sup plies, associated selling. N. E. M. P. A. proposes that the brand Made in New England,'' applied to dairy products. shall become so well and favorably known to New England consumers that every pound of milk and cream, butter and cheese, consumed by the millions of consumers in New England shall be produced in New England. It is believed that this plan may double the amount of money paid to New England farmers for dairy products, eventually. It may do more for agri- culture, for the upbuilding and for the prosperity of rural New England than any other one thing.
  attempted such a sweeping movement for organization. These county meet ings on Dec. 30 will be followed up closely by a trained corps of organ izers. Let every milk producer do ell he can to keep pushing forward this worthy New England d-wide movement.
 What Each Meeting May Do.
 Each county meeting next week Sat urday, Dec. 30, beginning at 10 a. m., urjl k6rS from abroad. It will be under the combined auspices of the agricultural leadership of the county. It will be provided with full suggestions as to just what to tio and how to do it, provided the farmers present approve. One plan is that ev- which is represented by five or more farmers at this county seat meeting next Saturday may complete on the spot the temporary organization o1 their local union of the N. E. M. P. A Each county meeting also will ap- point strong committee on organiza. ] ton, to consist of ole or more iron each township or milk sstation in tn. | county. That very same day, imme | diately the county meeting adjourns those members of this organization committee who are present will b. | called together to perfect plans for | meeting to be held at the earliest pos sible date in every township in tn 1 county to assist farmers to complet the work of organizing local unions. | A Mighty Power.
 In this way it is believed that befor | January closes most of the 200,0J farmers who own the S00,000 cows ii New England will have joined the Ne1 England Milk Producers association | will have formed their local union and their county unions. Then whe the N. E. M. P. A. holds it's annua meeting in February it will be tn biggest and most powerful force I New England. It will be in positio to obtain for its members the fu market value of their milk and crean butter and cheese. It will be able | take care of the surplus in the coun l try
Norwich bulletin., 1916-12-21
THE WONDERFUL 7
 FRUIT MEDICINE Thousands Owe Health And Strength To "Fruit-a-tlVes

'FRUIT-A-TIvES", the marvellous medicine made from fruit juices = has relieved more cases of Sfom1cA, Livey. Blood, Kidney and .Skfn Troubles Man any okber medieine. In severe cases of Rheumatism, Sciatica, Lumbagos Pain in the Back, Impure Blood, Neu- ralgia, Chronic Headaches, Chronic Constipation and Indigestion, "Fruit4 a-tives'' has given unusually effective results. By its cleansing, healing powers on the eliminating organs, ssFruit-a-tives' tones up and inyigor. ates the whole system.
 soc. box, for $2.5o, trial size, 25c. At all dealers or sent postpaid by Fruit. a-tives Limited, Ogdensburg, NY.
Norwich bulletin., 1916-12-21
DON'T BE BALD
Here's Good Way to Stop Loss of Hair and Start New Hair. Growth.


 If the hair root is absolutely dead, permanent badness will be your lot, and you might as well cheer up as to oemoan your fate.
 If your hair is falling or thinning out, don't wait another day but go to Lee & Osgood Co. and get bottle of Parisian Sage, the truly efficient hair grower.
 Don't say, Its the same old story; I've heard it before," but try a bottle at their risk. They guarantee szPari- sian Sage to grow hair, to stop falling hair, to cure dandruff and stop scalp itch, or money back.
 Parisian Sage contains just the ele- ments needed to properly iEvigorate and nourish the hair roots. It's a prime favorite with discriminating ladies because it makes the hair soft, bright, and appear twice as abundant. It is antiseptic. killing the odors that are bound to arise from excretions of the scalp and, as everyone knows, sage is excellent for the hair and scalp. Parisian Sage is inexpensive and easily obtainable ar drug and toilet counters everywhere.
Norwich bulletin., 1916-12-21
WILL REPRESENT Y. M. C.. A. At Physical Directors Conference in
 Hartford

At the physical directors conference which will be held in Hartford Jan 13 each association represented is sup posed to do some stunt or drill of their own. The local association will exe- cute a winding wand drill. The lead CTS are being instructed in the drill by Physical Director Crosby. Those who have expressed their intention of attending are Reginald Ashley. Jame- son Slocum, Edward Sevin, Samuel Wilson, Othor Chase, Sheldon Mo- Nickle, William Wyman and Ralph Graham, representing the intermediate class. The seniors will be represented by James Isbister, Edward Jewett, Ar thur Larsen and Alexis Charnetsli. James l.. Case, H. H. Pettis. Charles Treat, Edwin Hill and R. T. Crosby will represent the association as a
 managing board.
Norwich bulletin., 1916-12-21
PERSONALS

Frank Gleason of Norwich is spend ing few days in East Lyme.
 Robert T. Porter of ss Mantle has been in Norwich this week on busi- ness.
 Mrs. Olin sBoynton of Gardner Lake has returned from Providence, after spending few days with her daught- CT, Mrs. George Hentz.
 Rev. Francis J. Muster assistant at St. Joseph's church in Bristol has fin- ished a weeks leave of absence from his duties. spending most of the week in Norwich, where he was formerly stationed.
Norwich bulletin., 1916-12-21
WEST SIDE PrNocHLE CLUB
Lead Retained by A. J. Bailey With
 Total Score of a9,220.

A. J. Bailey retained his lead in the West Side Pinochle club tournament Wednesday night when he added 7795 points to his score. Peckham took second place while Lewis dropped to third. The results of the evenings play was as follows:
 Bailey, 89220; Peckhan, S7525; Dr. Lewis, S7195; Underwood, S70O5; Hal lisey, 864S5; Larsen, s5540; Hahn, S5385; A. Jordan. S5210; Pettis, S4740; J. Jordan. 842d0; Pendleton, s1935; Reeves 81130.
Norwich bulletin., 1916-12-21
WHAT UNCLE SAM DOES
 WITH SANTA'S LETTERS
They Are Delivered to Charitatle In- stitutions or PhiIanthropic Persons

Letters addressed to Santa Claus" appearing in the mails this week prompted the post office department to remind all postmasteres of the rule permitted the delivery of these communications to charitable institu- tions or reputable persons "wfo may desire to use them exclusively for philanthropic purposes" When letters bear no postage stamp and charitable organizations decline to pay the post age, or when no request is made for the letters. they are to be sent to the dead letter office.
Norwich bulletin., 1916-12-21
EDDlNG.
Maynard-Verqason,

The wedding of Miss Anna l.. ver- gason of Norwich Town and Earl L.. Maynard of New London took place Wednesday evening in New London at the First Church of Christ. Rev. J. Romeyn Danforth performed the ceremony. Many relatives and friends attended from this city.
 The bride is member of the Nor wich Girls club and is well known in this city,
Norwich bulletin., 1916-12-21
PAPER MILL AT
 MONTVFLLE CHANGES HANDS
C. M. Robertson Go. Factory Sold to
 Smith and BieeIow.

The c. M. Robertson Co. of Mont vile, manufacturers of pasteboard pa- per boxes and tubes. has disposed of the plant to Albert F. Bigelow, brother of Horatio Bigelow of this city, and a Massachusetts man by the name of Smith. The name of the company has also been changed, dropping ''the'' and is incorporated under Massachusetts laws. Mr.. Smith is president and MT. Bigelow vice president and treasurer. A small force of men is employed at the mill at present.
Norwich bulletin., 1916-12-21
NORWICH GIRLS CLUB
 PLANNING FOR CHRISTMAS
Made Over $50 on Recent Food Sale.

The regular Tuesday night meeting of the Norwich Girls club was held in their rooms in the Thayer building with an exceptionally large number in attendance. The meeting was presided over by the president, Miss Ruth Breckenridge, and the routine of bus mess was transacted. The report of the sale held Saturday showed a neat sum of over $50 in the treasury as result Plans for a Christmas social were discussed and a committee ap- pointed to make arrangements.
Norwich bulletin., 1916-12-21
1S5th DIVIDEND

Office of The Norwich Savings Society
 Norwich, Conn, Dec. 9, 1916. The Directors of this Society have declared out of the earnings of the current SIX months a semi annual div jdend at the rate of FOUR PER CENT. per ,an1pnl. payable to depcsi- tors entitled thereto on ard after January IS, 1917.
 COSTELLO LIPPlTT, Treasurer.
Norwich bulletin., 1916-12-21
Slipped on lev Walk,

Icy sidewalks was the cause of Mrs. Mary Lucy breaking her hip when she fell on Cliff street Wednesday morn ing. The injured woman was taken to her home in an automobile where she was attended by physician who reduced the fracture
Norwich bulletin., 1916-12-21
TUNE RAJ.
Mrs. Charles G. Maynard.

The funeral of Mrs. Charles G. May. nard was held from her late home on Falls avenue, Wednesday morning with many relatives and friends in at tendance At the services in St. Pat rick's church, Rev. Peter Cuny sang a requiem mass. At the close of the service Mrs. F. l.. Farrell rendered Lead, Kindly Light and Nearer, My God to Thee. Burial was in the fam ily lot in the Catholic cemetery.
Norwich bulletin., 1916-12-21
We advertise exactly
 as 1t is Christmas

If you want something extra fine, something new and diff ferent that men and boys wear, come to this speciality store for men.
Norwich bulletin., 1916-12-21

WHEN YOU WANT to put your bus- fness before iShe public, there Is no hnedium better than through the ad- r----&-i---s ~-alAasrans nf Uha RnuAtan.
Norwich bulletin., 1916-12-21

GuiIford.-Saturday evening Miss Hilda Rawson will conduct the carols of the community chorus at the iuu- nicipaI Christmas tree on the green in Milford. There will be 800 voices in the chorus. Miss Rawson, who Is teacher of music in the public schools of Guilford, also teaches in Milford.
Norwich bulletin., 1916-12-21

ton was a favorite channel for her liberality.
 Mrs. Charles s. Fitch.
 The death of Mrs. Charles s. Fitch occurred at her home in Massapeag at o'clock Wednesday morning after lingering illness of IS months.
 Mrs. Fitch was born in Massapeag; the daughter of Elisha and Mary Rog- CTS Church. In 1878 the deceased was united in marriage with Charles s. Fitch of Danielson. MT. Fitch died July 10. 1915. Mrs. Fitch is survived by two sisters, Mrs. Louis R. Perkins of Groton and Mrs. Edwin Thomas of Massapeag For many years Mrs.. Fitch was a resident of Norwich but the last thirty years of her life were spent in Massapeag in the house where she was born.
Norwich bulletin., 1916-12-21

Hughes carried Wilson, Pa, and Wilson carried Hughes, Ala.
Norwich bulletin., 1916-12-21

< After roasting, 100 pounds of beef weigh only 67 pounds.
Norwich bulletin., 1916-12-21
CaImneL Fire.

The auto bumper anf the Falls Co. responded to a telsphone call for a chimney fire in Mrs. William ". Black stones homs at 2S2 Washington street Wednesday morning.
Norwich bulletin., 1916-12-21

Members of the Woman's Relief corps in various towns of the state are sending boxes and barrels of Christmas goodies to the Soldiers Home at Noroton.
Norwich bulletin., 1916-12-21

If you want a good quality of candy for Xmas, call at Grover & lCaron Go. Special attention given to Xmas candy and tree boxes for churches and Schools-adv.