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Norwich bulletin., 1916-12-01
STIRRING SERMON AT
 TRINITY EPISCOPAL CHURCH Rev. R, R. Graham Speaks on Topic
 of World wide interest.

The union Thanksgiving services of Christ and Trinity Episcopal churches was held at at Trinity church Thurs day morning at 10.33 o'clock.
 special program of music was given by the regular choir, Miss Dor othy McClenathan, organist. The spe- cial music follows: Anthem of Praise by Dupuis; Te Deum in E fiat, by Boyton Smith: Benedictus. by Hodges: Communion Service, by Nevin; 1; Thanksgiving Anthem. Young Men. The offering was given to the War Childrens Relief Fund and Maidens' by George Garrett. The Thanksgiving sermon was delivered by Rev. R. R. Graham, rector Of Christ church. Rev. MT. Graham spoke in part as follows:
 Our service today cannot be one of simple, joyous Thanksgiving Just in proportion as we recognize the mani . fold blessings we as nation enjoy, the peace, the prosperity, the comforts that are outs, so must our sympathies go out 70 these war-torn countries which present such a contrast te us.
 We, free from the horrors of actual warfare, arc also largely uninfluenced by it's disc:plines; not being called upon to make any great sacrifice our
Norwich bulletin., 1916-12-01
ONLY POWERFUL
 MEDICINE WILL END RHEUMATISM

It matters not whether you have had agonizing pains from rheumatism for 20 years or distressing twitchings for 20 weeks, Rheuma is strong enough and mighty and powerful enough to drive rheumatic poisons from your body and abolish all misery or money back.
 Lee & Osgood and all druggists sell Rheuma on no-cure-no-pay basis for not more than 50 cents a bottle and after you take a half ~teaspoonful once a day for two days you should know that at last you have obtained a remedy that will conquer rheuma- tism.
 For over five years throughout America Rheuma has been prescribed by broad minded physicians and has released thousands from agony, pain and despair.
Norwich bulletin., 1916-12-01
GOES TO WATERBURY.
Harold L. Pierson of Norwich Engaged as Chemist for Clock Company in Brass City.

Harold Lester Pierson, son of MT. and Mrs. Elmer F. Pierson, Of West Main street, spent Thanksgiving at his home in Norwich, joining Mrs. Pierson and their little daughter. Mary EngieT Pierson, who have been in town for several weeks.
 For over two years MT. Pierson has been chemist at a large plant in Da- mascus, Va. but has recently received the very advantageous appointment as chemist for the Waterbury, Conn.,, Clock company.
 For the present Mrs. Pierson and daughter are guests of the former's s parents, MT. and Mrs. Charles F. Engler, on Hamilton avenue, but later they will go to Waterbury to reside.
 MT. Pierson was graduated from Norwich Free Academy in 1907 and from Worcester Tech with the class of 1914. His advancement is winning him the congratulations of many friends.
Norwich bulletin., 1916-12-01
Many Attend Moran ProdeIi Wedding Dance and Social at Pulaski Hall- Personals and Notes.

At St. Mary's church Thursday morning at o'clock the wedding of Miss Ruth Prodell and Joseph Moran was perforne by Rev. William H. Kennedy. The bridal couple were at tended by Miss Mary Danihy as brides maid and John Keeley as best man.
 Following the ceremony a wedding breakfast was served at the home of the bride. Tie bride received. many handsome gifts of silver, money, cut glass and china. Mir .&and Mrs. Moran left flor short wedding trip, after which they will reside in this place, where the groom is employed as a plumber
Norwich bulletin., 1916-12-01
MARRIED
RAITH.Z4R -RIT,.uFE-

BALTHAZAR -RITCHIE-In Norwich, ick. EGwar,l T. Balthazar and Miss Madeline D. Rit3hie.
 R R4LSTON-FISKE--I Jewett City. Nov. 8, 1916. by Rev. AlbeTt Donnen, Robert Arthur Raiston and Miss Dora Augusta Fishe.
 RNLGHT-DEROCCH Westerly, R. L. Nov. a, 1915. by Rev Father Bruno Frank Howard Knight of New Haven and Miss JoanI DeRocchi of Westerly.
 BR0okS-CooK-In Hartford. Nov. 22 1916, by Rev. II. g. Scarborcugh Charles W. Brooks and Arabslle W. Cook, both of Holland.
 sPERRY--sIARTIN- Meriden. Nov. / 30, 1916, by ReT. A T. Lord. Charles M. Sperry of Bridgeport ard Miss Mabel Martin of AIerIden. SEARS ERESHEVSkY-Tn Nor wich, Nov. SC, by Rabbi J. N. Rosen- berg, Herman Samuel Scars and Miss Emma Rose Shereshevsky. both of Norwich.
Norwich bulletin., 1916-12-01
DI ED,

MURPHY-In Taunton, Mass, Nov. %, 1916. suddenly. Henry T. Murphy, aged B years
 Funeral from the residence of Felix Callahan, Al Union street. Saturday morning, Dec 2, at S.15 o'clock. Requiem mass in St. Patricks church at 9. PALMER-m Rozrah. LeffirgwelI Nov 2S, Mary [. Nichols, beloved wife of c. Leland Palmer, aged 3G years. Funeral from her late home Saturday afternoon, Dec. 2, at o'clock. Burial in family lo. West Plains cemetery. PLACE-In Canterbury, Nov. 9, 1916, Emily N. Place, aged 73 years. Funeral private,
Norwich bulletin., 1916-12-01
U NO CLUB
Members Held Thanksgiving Night Dance With 35 Couples Attending.

Members of the L No club gave a dance in St. Mary's T. A. E. hall on Thanksgiving night with about 35 couples in attendance. All the latest dances ware on the program and music for the darcing was furnished by Ethier's four-piece orchestra The committee in charge comprised Will liam Counihan. Arthur Brooks, Steve Mead and John Carnage. Arthur Brooks had charge Of the coat room, John Carnage sold tickets, Steve Mead was doorkeeper and William Counihan had charge of the fiocr.
Norwich bulletin., 1916-12-01
Dance and Social at Pulaski Hall.

A Thanksgiving night dance and so- 5cial was given at Pulaski hall Thurs day evening by the dancing classes in structed by Messrs. Downing and Fox There was . dance program of fg 14 numbers, followed by q social at which time refreshments were served. Waldron's orchestra furnished music for the dancing.
Norwich bulletin., 1916-12-01
The Prayer Perfect,

The poem by James IyhitcGlnb Riley, The Prayer Perfect, which wLs rub- lished in 31r issue of Nov 11tlI, omit ted the following copyright credit: From the biographical edition of the complete works of Janes Wfitcomb Riley, copyright 1913, the Robps- Mer- Till company Indianapolis.
Norwich bulletin., 1916-12-01
Roller skatina Rink opened.

Olympic hall, which has been con- yerted into a roller skating rink, was opened to the public on Thanksgiving day, and many took a chance on the wheels. Both in the afternoon and the evening good sized crowds were pres enr. The rink is run by the Princess Theatre Amusement company. William Moves manager. Located on the stage is an electric piano. Manager Moves has made provisions for 300 psirs of skates
Norwich bulletin., 1916-12-01
Double Track Opened.

The double track which has baer. closed for the pasE few weeks from Prospect street to the x. l.. V. H. & Fl. railroad station was opened Thurs day noon. The cars have been trans ferring from Cne track to the other at these points
Norwich bulletin., 1916-12-01

Two gangs of boys who have been gathering barrels for bontires on Thanksgiving night braved the rain and burned their barrels. One gang had nearly hundred barrels which when buined made a good display.
Norwich bulletin., 1916-12-01
F. Shaw is Incorporation.

. One of the sincorporators Of the GreenvilIe Rhode IslandD Finishing Company is Alexander r. Shaw of Providence, formerly of Norwich. The corporation will carry on general dyeing, bleaching and finishing busi- ness, the capital stock being fixed at s100, 900.
Norwich bulletin., 1916-12-01
OUR MEM'S STORE
THE PORTEOUS & MITCHELL co.

Hartford.-i'he Visiting Nurse asso- citation of Hartford asks for assistance and seeks to enroll 1o,0C0 members at s1 each. ..
Norwich bulletin., 1916-12-01

James Mullin has resigned his posi- tion with the U. s. Finishing company and has accepted q position with thS Hopkins & Allen company.
Norwich bulletin., 1916-12-01
Thankseivinu Mass at St. Marv,s

high mass cf thanksgiving was celebrated ct St. Mary's church by Rev. J. H.. Fitzmaurlce Thursday There WAS a large attendance at the mass.
Norwich bulletin., 1916-12-01

Mrs. Lewis J. Saxton of Prospect street spent Thanksgiving as the guest of her son at Norwich Town,
Norwich bulletin., 1916-12-01
. Notes,

Arthur Campbell of Bridgeport spent the Thanksgiving holidays a: his home pn Prospect street.
Norwich bulletin., 1916-12-01

Rev. Samuel Thatcher of Jewett City will address the mems meeting at the Federated church this evening.
Norwich bulletin., 1916-12-01
lIitg E1alligttn.
NsrWIsh, lffiaay, bes. 1, ie1e.
THE WEATHER.


 sE=zs==sssz==s-sA THE MEATHEH.
 eenaisisns. There were rains dnrina Thursday en the immediate Atlantic coast. There haE been general though moderate fsE in temperature In all districts east of the Mississippi river except faeptliern Snw +EnEfnni. Tine pressure is lew off the middle Atlantic coast, The pressure distribution will result in fair weather and tnpderate temper Gtures oser tba states eRht Af the Mississippi river during Friday and Saturday. The winds along tue norti, At,sntic coast Friday and Saturday will bA fresh northwest and west; middle Att lantic. fresh northwest and west. Forecast. Northern New England: Fair and coller Friday, preceded by rain In eastern Maine; Saturday fair.
 Southern New England: Fair and colder Friday; Saturday fair, Eastern New York; Fair Friday and Saturday; not much change in temper ature.
 Observations in Norwich.
 The following records, reported from Sevin's pharmacy, show the changes in temperature and the barometrio changes Thursday:
 Ther. Bar a. m... 55 5000 m' ;,'''-'''''''''''''.. m 33SS Ss.ss ss ss Highest 56, lowest 4S. Comparisons.
 Predictions for Thursday: Partly overcast and colder, preceded by early morning rain.
 Thursdays weather: Rain; warm; cooler at night.
Norwich bulletin., 1916-12-01
GREENEVILLE

Six hours after high water 1t Is low tide. which Is folloWed by Hood tide.
Norwich bulletin., 1916-12-01
CHURCHES HELD UNION SERVICES

Broadway Central Baptist Universaliat and Trinity Msthodt Congregations Gathered at Second Church on ThanLs- giving Night-Strong Sermon Preached by Rev. Joel B. Slocun D. D.--Episcopal Congregations Held Union Service at Trinity Church the Mornine-Chor Rend cred Special Programme and Sermon Was Preached by Rev. Richard R. Graham.
Norwich bulletin., 1916-12-01
Comparisons

Sun. Moon and Tides.
Norwich bulletin., 1916-12-01

This may be good business, but we cannot regard it as excessive generos- tty! Therefore our undoubtcd sym
Elko independent. [volume] (Elko, Nev.) 1915-current, 1916-08-29

House as quickly as possible.
The Presidents face shows tell-tale
marks of the mental and physical
strain under which he has been labor.
ing for the last two weeks. His face
is grim and stern. with deep new lines
in cheeks and forehead, reminding one
of Andrew Jackson. or Abraham Lin.
coin.
The avenues were thronged with
multitudes, all cheering vociferously
for the President, on his way to and
from the Capitol, but he bowed only
twice in acknowledgement.
Late this afternoon the President
was in conference with Secretary Ian
sing and other cabinet officials re.
garding the foreign boycott and black
list.
The War Departments action yes.
terday and today in ordering more
troops TO the Mexican border indicates
the continued firm belief of the Presi.
dent that there will be no general rail-
way strike. In case of tie.up, the
125,OOO troops on the border would
soon be without supplies. aud likewise
the expeditionaries in Mexico.
1t is believed by persons close to the
President that in case lie requests the
brotherhoods TO suspend their order
for strike on Labor Day, TO give
Congress the necessary time for the
preparation and passage of the laws,
the concession will readily be granted.
1t is also believed that the Presl.
dent and Secretary Lane themselves
drafted the proposed laws in detail.
thus facilitating the work OF the
House and Senate committees Their
task will be to examine and approve.
amend or reject.
Elko independent. [volume] (Elko, Nev.) 1915-current, 1916-08-29
EDISON A BOY AGAIN,
OFF TO THE FORESTS
FOR JOLLY VACATION

NEW YORK CITY, Aug. %
Thomas a. Edison. John Burroughs.
70. the naturalist, and II. S. Firestune
of Akron, left today for the Adiron.
dacks on fishing trip. For appara-
tus, Edison took a bent pin.hook and
birch rod
"Yes, sir. two weeks, said Edison
luxuriously, his shrewd old eyes
twinklng in anticipation. And I'm
the navigator of the party. After we
hit the Catskills, We will steer by sun
and compass only. Wouldn't be seen
on the automobile roads with the city
folk. Gypsies-thats what we are"
The inventor unused for n moment
and added: mot razor in the party
John Burroughs, the naturalist, is
the camp cook. But ! can fry fish,
myself II. S. Firestone of Akron will
tell the stories. AS scientist | pass
both the cooking and the stories We
are going to rough IL. We have a
couple of care and four men with us.
! AS for fishing rods, you can't beat n
bent pin and birch bough. We don't
want to kill anything. There isn't n
| gun in the outfit.
I'm going as far away from any
thing electrical as can. An old suit,
and an old hat-and no railroad strike
will bother me. And I'm going TO
chew tobacco.
IL also intend TO sleep late, maybe
: six hours night, II get time, would
make II five hours, which is really all
need, but there might be mutiny
from burroughs and Firestoue."
(. Edison was like n 16.yearold boy In
his eagerncss to set started.
Elko independent. [volume] (Elko, Nev.) 1915-current, 1916-08-29
u. 5. To TAKE OVER AND RUN RAILWAYS,
UNDERPLAN OUTLINED BYPR[S|DENI|N
GREAT MESSAGE GIVEN TO JOINT SESSION

WASHINGTON. Aug. 29.--With all
negotiations off. broken by the rail
road presidents refusal to accept
President Wilson's plan OF settlement,
which they declared meant confisca.
ton of the properties, and the brother.
hoods superseding their previous ten
tative order by issuing another order
TO strike on Labor Day, Sept. 4, at 7
A. NJ, without further notice, unless a
settlement We're reached, President
Wilson today appeared before the
joint session OF Congress and delivered
a 1900 word message. in which he
asked for the immediate enactment of
laws authorizing the operation Of the
trains under military draft with the
present crews, providing for the basis
OF the eight-hour day, the creation of
q federal railroad commission TO work
out methods OF putting the new regime
into effect; authorizing the Interstate
Commerce Commission to consider
wages in fixing railroad rates; also
making unlawful any concerted action
which might cause a strike OF lockout
before investigation by the specially
created board has been completed
Immediately after the delivery of
the Presidents message. il was re.
ferred TO the Interstate Commerce
committees of the House and Senate,
which will consider Immediately the
drafting oil the proposed laws.
Labor leaders aud many congres.
Sional leaders believe, however, that
1t is doubtful whether the President
can force the proposed great reforms
through Congress before the strike Is
in effect on Labor Day, Sept. 4.
The Presidents appearance at the
joint session was dramatic and i'm.
pressive. All the formaIities in vogue
Elko independent. [volume] (Elko, Nev.) 1915-current, 1916-08-29
SUPERB ELKO FUR SHOP
ABSOLUTELY MATCHLESS,
IN WEST, OR ANYWHERE

How would you feel, dressed in a
$3.50 beaver ovcrcoat? Like a King.
of course,--onc of the lords of crea.
tion.
One of that kind, n real triumph Of
the furricr's art, Is one of the master.
pieces in the new stock of the Elko
Fur shop. at the corner OF Third and
Silver streets. opposite the Western
Pacific depot.
The beautiful coat is offered, how.
ever, for $l65 the finest bargain TO
be found west of Chicago.
Messrs. Fred Doll and U. G.. Bangs,
proprietors of the Elko Fur shop. are
justly proud of their new establish.
ment. recently completed. IT, is the
most homelikc place that one could
wish for, with the indirect lighting
system. fine cabinets for the valuable
furs and superb garments. The visitor
knows at n galnce that II is the head.
quarters for the best values in fur
garments. for the beautiful clothing
speaks for itself.
Royalty never donned finer gar
ment than the aforesaid beaver coat
which will make q splendid winter gift
for some lucky husband, and there are
cloaks and murfs. collars and gloves
all kinds of garments, ideally designed
for gifts for the wife and daughter.
The Elko Fur Shop Is the only place
west of Chicago, as far as known
where one may purchase fine COW
hide and horsehide automobile rug
rain, wind. moth and cold proof-fo,
$22 TO S2l.
Likewise. beautiful black cowhidt
coats, for cold weather, weighing ONLY
10 to IL pounds. The prices are low
The river mink coats for ladies
satin lined. good enough for tn,
American Queen of Fashion, the las
word In elegance and utility, are of
fered at $40, down. Genuine Russian
pony coats, $40 to $43.
I Another masterpiece, just placed OF
exhibition, Is q woman's genuine seal
skin cloak, lined with brocaded satin
Elko independent. [volume] (Elko, Nev.) 1915-current, 1916-08-29

trimmed with beautiful skunk fur
The animal has hard name, but tho
fur is simply matchless in quality.
In collars and capes, with chin-chin
collars. ball muffs, In Hudson seal.
beaver and otter, the Elko Fur Shop
has the very latest ideas-sixteen diff
ferent kinds of muffs and collars, plain
fur collars. fur trimmings and dress
fur skins. and new block scarfs, eight
different kinds. beautiful fur gloves Of
many kinds--ideal Christmas gifts.
In the new stock there is one beau
tiful muff, made OF otter. offered at
s25 to $27.50 that would make any girl
perfectly happy. Amy good, generous
, dad would buy il un sight
n critical and thorough inspection
of the Elko Fur Shop today established
the fact that there isn't one piece of
! trash in the whole big stock. They
are the best furs that money can buy
( made up in the very latest styles and
, thoroughly dependable
! Elko is proud of such store. and
/ everyone desiring TO see somethinr
out of the ordinary should visit the
new shop and confirm this news re
, port.
| This Is one of the ads. that none!
cannot huy--a well deserved tribute Il
the fastidious care. the commercia
ability and square.dealing methods o
Messrs. Doll and Bangs. who own tn,
Fur shop.
Go, see these bargains for yourself
They are pleased to show and explair
everything. whether you buy, or not
Having seen these furs, you are sur,
to buy. when you arc able, and tn,
prices are within easy reach.
With such a shop available, every
: one in Elko County should wear fur
this winter
; Certain Chicago "skinners"--mail
order houses--are just now floodini
this section with catalogues offerint
, bargains In fur garments. The Indc
) pendent investigated aad found tina
these goods are not OF one piece, lik
the splendid garments sold by the Elk,
Fur Shop. but are made of scraps
pieced together, probably by sweat
shop slaves. Hence this writeup. I,
: convince you OF the good sense o
buying furs at home.
Elko independent. [volume] (Elko, Nev.) 1915-current, 1916-08-29
AUTOMOBILE RUNS
down PIONEER IN
ACCIDENT ON HILL

DR.. Mason OF Tuscarora. we'll
known pioneer, past 80 years old
while walking down the steep hill just
west of the X. =. cemetery, returning
from the funeral OF Mr.. Ace Womack,
this afternoon was suddenly hit by an
automobile driven by Mr.. George Har.
desty, which had escaped his control
and received severe injuries. Harry
Mayer. Mrs. Overman and others, first
to reach the injured man, who lay
senseless and apparently dead, gave
first aid. and MIR Frank HlnkIcy Oi
Beowawc then lifted him tenderly and
took him hurriedly to the County hos
pital. He was returned Immediately
to the offices OF Drs. Hood & West
where he received surgical treatment
He is able 10 stand and is expected to
recover from his injuries.
In the car which Mr.. Hardesty was
driving were Miss Elizabeth Hardesty
Mrs. Capriola and Mrs. George Over
man. They had attended the funeral
and were about to start down the hill
The car did rot crank readily and Mr.
Elko independent. [volume] (Elko, Nev.) 1915-current, 1916-08-29
Justin DeRoy Truitt
Passes to Beyond in
Los Gatos, California

Mr.. Justin DeRoy 1'ruitt. i6 years
old. well known ranchman. son of
Mr.. and Mrs. {. c. Truitt, Elko coun.
ty pioneers, passed away at Los Gatos,
Cal. SUNDAY night Aug. 27, about 10
O'Clock. after an illness lasting about
two. years. The body viii be brought
to Elko for the funeral and burial.
Mr.. Truitt was unmarried. He is
survived by his parents. five brothers
and four sisters, as follows: Mrs. r.
W. Anderson of Deeth. Mrs. E. T.
Campbell Of Elko. Mrs. Philip Harvey
of Wells, and Miss Pearl Truitt, j. w.
Truitt, Frank Truitt. Ambrose Truitt,
Randall t':Dud'O Truitt. and Allen
Truitt.
The decedent had been a very sue
cessful ranchman and had a separate
estate. He was an honored member
of the l. o. o. T., and the lodge will
have charge OF the funeral. Arrange.
ments will he announced later.
Elko independent. [volume] (Elko, Nev.) 1915-current, 1916-08-29
ENORMOUS LOSSES
SURE TO FOLLOW
RAILROAD STRIKE
FRUIT GROWERS ALARMED BY
CRISIS, HALT SHIPMENTS
WORTH MANY MILLIONS

SACRAMENTO, Cal, Aug. 90
Fruit growers and shippers are hall
frantic with anxiety regarding the
threatened railroad iie-up. scheduled
for Labor Day, Sept. 1. which would
cause them the loss of many millions
OF dollars. Hundrcus or men now
well-todo would be financially ruined
All shipments OF deciduous fruits
were halted today. pending settle
mcnt of the strike situation. Dcsper
ate efforts are being made to obtain
colo storage facilities, which are alto
gethcr too mcaRre for the enormous
quantities Of fruit I'm transit, or ready
for the trains.
In case of strike, thousands Ol
cars OF fruit in transit will be- almost
total loss and six million dollars
worth of table grapes alone will rot
on the vines.
Today's news from Washington, con
ceTning the Presidents message &c
Congress. revived the hope OF a settle
ment 4 flood OF kilograms is now
pouring into Congress, demanding pro
lection from the threatened disaster.
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when George Washington was Presi.
dent were observed. Secretary Tu-
multy at 10 o'clock this morning sent
formal word TO Congress that the
President would address the joint ses-
sion at 2:30 o'clock this afternoon. He
would explain, he said, that his efforts
TO avert the strike crisis were a failure
and would demand Legislation for a
compulsory eight-hour day for railroad
employees, with provisions preventing
tie-up OF the railroads, and to afford
a permanent solution OF all such con-
troyersies involving the safety and
prosperity OF the country
Promptly at the appointed time,
when every member was in his seat
and the galleries We're crowded, the
resonant voice of the Senate clerk an.
nouneed: THE President of the
United States"
Every person stood, In silence, until
the President, walking slowly, ascend
ed the Speakers rostrum.
The President spoke in clear, earn
est, ringing tones, and glanced only
two or three times at a card on which
he had scribbled a few notes. He re-
viewed in tcrse paragraphs the whole
history of the controversy and the
final crisis, and after giving definite
and precise suggestions for the neces-
sary legislation, he closed with an
earnest appeal for immediate action.
Great applause followed the conclu-
sion of the address and many senators
and representatives. intercepted the
Chief Executive on his way out 10
congratulate him and give assurances
of their loyal support. He was grave
and unsmiling. calm and courteous to
all alike. He returned to the White