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Norwich bulletin., 1916-04-03
HOLLANDS ACTIVITY.

Report which come from Holland are to the effect that that country is high " indignant at the manner in which Its rights on the water are being vio- lated by the German submarines, and there can he no surprise at it. The geograp phical location of that country has placed it at a disadVantag ge throughout the war, with the result that it has been obliged to go to a large expense to protect it's border while it's shipping has suffered tremen- dously, but there is a limit to all things and there are indications that Holland does not intend to submit passively to an endless amount of in justice.
 Though an official report has not been given out concerning the inves- ugation which that government has been making concerning the sinking of the Tubantia without warning. there appears to be good ground for the be- lief that it was deliberately torpedoed since the destruction of vessels hO4h before and since that ship went down has been carried out under similar conditions.
 Additional interest in the attitude of that country Is created by the extra ordinary council of Dutch ministers of state held Saturday, followed bv the reports to the effect that both houses of parliament have been summoned that all leave for naval and military officers have been cancelled, and thai there has been a consultation of the government with the highest military authorities.
 Holland has sought to remain strict " neutral and it even refrained from sending out warships to escort its merchant vessels but if the activity >i the government means anything there is the possibility that it does not in- tend to depend upon notes to secure the protection to which it is entitled
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AN INCONSISTENT rEsr

Conditions which have been brought about by the war have undoubtedly added new strength to the movement for retaining the literacy test in the immigration bill. Hyphenated citizen ship has been given a full airing in the past year and a half. There is demand that there should be a great er effort on the part of those coming to this country to pledge their alle- glance to the United States instead of getting the many benefits and ad- vantages which are offered here and still remain loyal supporters of the country from which they came, and where their opportunities were far be- low their ambitions. The supporters of the test believe apparently that there ahould be a. shutting off of the rush to this country. which it is. fig urad will take placei after: the war. |: In this connection, however, the epfingnsld Republican well says: we can make alderman into an American iA .a ,psn9safidn far more easily if he has not too ndtch kultur under his hat IT she comes ,s here 3. unlettsred, '-Fnssly ig1Srant$ even, he comes at
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least from economic necessity out of a land that has been none too kind to him, and here he owes everything he gets in property, education and social advancement to the country of his adoption. The learned professor comes to us on the other hand, the ideal inn migrant, according to the literacy test, but fully persuaded that his father land has a. civilization and even a conception and even g. habit of gov- ernment far superior to our own. If we desire immigrants who will never write America with a small "a," it might be we'll to catch them young ard teach them how to read and write ourselves."
 There can be little question but what the 1ettered and unlettered should be welcomed to our country without unjust restrictions, but it is not right to exclude the worthy through any such method as the lit eracy test and it is gratifying to see that the majority of the Connecticut congressman feel that way.
Norwich bulletin., 1916-04-03
RECIPES.

Shortcake-Two cups sifted pastry flour, one-half teaspoon salt, one-half tablespoon sugar, four teaspoons bak ing powder, one-half cup butter and about two-thirds cup of cold milk. Mix and sift dry ingredients. Work in shortening with tips of fingers, then ad milk gradually, mixing with knife. Take out on a flour board, put into shape then cut dough into two pieces. Roll out each half to fit round shallow plate. Bake in hot oven about ten minutes. When done butter the bottom crusts. Cover one half with a layer of sliced peaches, oranges or whole strawberries, slightly sweetened. Put on upper crust, cover with a layer of the fruit an1 coat with pUlverized sugar or whipped cream
 Hot Slavy-Shred the cabbage finely, as for cold slaw or cabbage salad, boil rapidly in salted water until tender and drain thoroughly. Make mean while a sauce of one tablespoonful Of butter, half a teaspoonful of salt, a litle pepper and cayenne, and if 1t is liked sharp, as much as a cupful of vinegar. The vinegar must be a good one, however, either malt or cider, for the cheap brands contain acetic acid and are very harmful Pour the sauce over the cabage, put the cover on the saucepan and let 1t stand on the side of the range for five minutes, then sauce and cabage should be perfectly blended.
Norwich bulletin., 1916-04-03
TO SAVE THE KNEES.

What woman who likes to do her own work docs not dread the task of removing ashes, or wiping up the floor, simply because it means that her knees will suffer? If she lets her brain save her body a bit she will buy or make herself Q kneeling mat. At first glance one is apt to think that a praying rug is meant. But the stamp ed. imitation leather pads, shaped like a chair seat, are really practical to slide over the floor and will wear well
 A cushion of soft basket weave stuffed with wadding, and with two convenient flaps for pulling about, is also shown.
 A home made kneeling pad, which will cost nothing extra, and, therefore will seem dear to the housewife, is that made of several old turkish towels They may be folded to form a wad, and then covered with a plain towel, sc that the lint will not escape over the floor and defeat her cleanly purpose The layers may be stitched together tC make them firm
Norwich bulletin., 1916-04-03
CLEANING BOOTS.

Much mischief is done by brushing off dried mud from thin calf or kid hoots with hard bristle brushes, and much more by the use of the common acid blacking. With women's boots both treatments are simply ruinous. Boots should be freed from mud by a wet sponge, or a common painters s sash tool and a little water Glace kid and the better sort of boots should be well sponged, allowed to dry and then well polished with an old silk silk handkerchief slightly oiled about once a month. A woman can, if she chooses, wear good boots and keep them in order herself as easily as she does her gloves, and she will find they last twice as long as they would if sent into the kitchen to be scrubbed, blacked or polished with comon black ing.
Norwich bulletin., 1916-04-03
HANS TAuscHER,s ARREST.

It has been some time since it was recognized that plots were being matched in this country totally incon- sistent with the neutral stand which the United States took at the opening of the war. Those have been followed with persistency and many disclosures have been made, the latest of which is the arrest of Han .Tauscher, a Ger man captain on the reserve list, charged with conspiring with others to destroy the WeIland canal, as an en- barrassment to Canadian commerce on the Great Lakes.
 It becomes evident by the secrets which have been obtained since the ar rest of Won de Goltz and Rfntelen that the work which has been carried on bv the representatives of Germany in this country had been done in accord ance with prearranged determination to use this country as a base for strik- ing at the enemy at every possible op- portunity. The very fact that Taus- cher was sent here directly after the opening of the war and told to report to von Papen and the character of the operations which went on subsequently under the direction of that embassy aide indicates that it was thoroughly understood what the services he was to render would be.
 There have been revelations in con- nection with certain activities which have concerned industrial troubles, the Illegal supplying of German raiders and the destruction of steamships car lying goods to the allies, and it is evi- l dent now that before the Tauschel | case is closed that there will be an in teresting addition thereto. Every ster
 made indicates that von Papen anG Boy-Ed were sent home none too soon
 and that it would have been better hat
 others been sent along with them
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NEED BATTLE CRUISERS.

Just what the present congress will decide to do in the way of making ad- ditions to the navy at this session is somewhat uncertain. That 1t must ap- 'prectate the importance of putting the first line of defense in as strong condition as possible seems inevitable, in view of the testimony that has been presented by the experts relative to the needs and that which has shown the existing weak points.
 In this connection it must be recog- nized that Assistant Secretary Roose- welt of the navy department takes a sound view when he advises the au- thorization of eight dreadnoughts, half of which would be battleships and half battle cruisers for it must be apparent that if the navy is in need of any ships at all that it seriously lacks this last class. This country at the present time does not possess a battle cruiser, which means a vessel of the first class which not only needs heavy armor and large guns but also speed. The value of such vessels has been clearly demonstrated during the present war, for powerful as the dreadnoughts may be when it comes to a fight on the water, unless they possess speed they are seriously handicapped But for that very feature such fights as have taken place in the North sea might have had a different ending
 It may even be considered unwise to devote all the funds for big ships to those of the battle cruiser type, for while this country has battleships they are by no means in excess of the mum Der required, but it would be extreme ly unwise and against the needs of the situation if any action was taken which would overlook the necessity of filling in the gap which now exists
Norwich bulletin., 1916-04-03
LETTERS TO THE EDITOR
What Norwich Needs.

MT. Editor: There is no doubt Nor wien needs a half million expended on it's approaches and it's streets to make them what they should be; but doesn't 1t need more an abiding public spirit, like the spirit Of the hive,' which makes the colony of bees still the model example of organization, indus try and thrift?
 There is a mark of slackness upon this city for which there is no excuse! Some of our municipal departments are so dead they need burying to be gotten out of our sight. Our citizens are slack about keeping walks in good shape and clean, or the snow on the walks, or the gutters open, or the hydrants clear of snow.
 It costs no money to keep the city clean and healthy by united care and action but we delegate this to po- litical health officer who tries to stir enough to warrant the payment of his salary.
 The women. bless them. believe in a spring and fall cleaning, and these pre- vent our destruction from contagion which might arise from our own filth. Who ever heard of a health officers ordering athorough cleaning of the city? We recoIect that 1000 citizens petitioned for a thorough clean-up when the last smallpox scare had awakened us to our slackness, and 1t was not done.
 Denver. Col. has just organized a force of 200 young health officers from the Boy Scouts who will do their share in getting rid of the flies by cleaning up the alleys and byways and burying the filth in which flies breed and from which one-half the diseases affiicting the people start. Norwich needs activity in the little things of importance, and then her larger needs would be not only att tained but maintained.
 GARBAGE IN THE CUTTER. Norwich, April 2, 1916.
Norwich bulletin., 1916-04-03
SUCCESS IN MEXICO

United States troops under Colonel Dodd gave a good account of them selves in their first brush with the ViI- h outlaws. From all accounts it was a decidedly one-sided contest, with the men from this side of the border show ing that they can not only ride and overtake the enemy but that when the opportunity presents itself for a fight they are not lot of tin soldiers.
 This crushing defeat of the Villa forces at San Geronimo cannot be ex- pected to result in this rebel band lay ing down it's arms and surrendering. They are not that kind of fighters, but t can hardly be expected that it will give any prestige to the bandits or that 1t will be followed by any rush on the part of the people of that country or of Carranza's troops to bolster up Vil- las cause as they might if he had gained a signal victory.
 For the United States forces the fight has apparently only begun, for much as it might be wished that Villa had been caught as the result of the first encounter, that was more than could really be expected, knowing the cleverness of the bandit chieftain coupled with the advance information that he is suffering from wounds re- ceived in a fight with Mexicans This handicap is. however, likely to be the undoing of the border terror. for with his men disheartened by the lack of his leadership, the losses which they have sustained and steadily driven to inevitable death CT capture, it doesn't presage an enthusiasm which can last Yet until Villa is disposed of the puni- tive expedition has it's problem before it and there has never been any doubt but what it would be pushed to a suc- cessful solution.
Norwich bulletin., 1916-04-03
A cROCHETED CAP.

Every woman will want a boudoir cap when she reads about the one about to be described. It is made of lavender silk which has been crocheted in fairly loose stitches to form the crown. Tighter stitches, arranged in closer rows, form the band and two tabs which turn back at the sides. The band and the tabs are ornamented with pink roses and green leaves en- broidered with heavy rope silk.
Norwich bulletin., 1916-04-03
NEW USE FOR PEANUTS.

Here is a new use for peanuts. Says a doctor: Eat a handful of peanuts before retiring-they quiet the nerves of the stomach" What do you think about that? Isn't that a rather inter- esting sleeping portion? Then we are also told to eat them after each meal as an aid to digestion, provided they are fresh roasted. Bought salt ed peanuts are good, but home made ones are better. So easily prepared, it is a wonder moro people do not try them
Norwich bulletin., 1916-04-03
HEALTH AND BEAUTY.

Every cause capable of increasing the amount of blood ordinarily circu- lating through the brain has a tend ency to cause wakefulness. If the brain is often kept for long periods on the stretch, during which the blood vessels are filled to repletion they can not contract even when the exciting causes cease.
Norwich bulletin., 1916-04-03
CARE OF SILK HOSE.

Hint for the care of silk stockings Never wear a new pair without first washing with soap and lukewarm water and rinsing them we'll. Wash them always separate from other clothing and never iron them as 1t rots them To prevent threads from drop ping see that the stocking supporters are in, god condition and do not fasten them to tight Any break or hole must be mended before washing. Three pairs of s2.5o stockings with proper care should last two Years.
Norwich bulletin., 1916-04-03
TOPS OF FRUIT JARS.

Tops of fruit cans can be cleaned if they are placed in sour milk or vine gar. and left until the mold comes off easily when they are washed in water. They should also be scrubbed with a brush 70 clean the grooves in the side of the lid
Norwich bulletin., 1916-04-03
HIP CRADLES WORN.

The hip girdle of a season OF so ago is returning is to say, it has been seen upon some very new froCks, both for morning and afternoon wear. In deed, one suit of light weight material uredisplayed such a girdle in full mes saline draped about the hips. The wide hip girdle is also occasionally worn with a washable separate skirt.
Norwich bulletin., 1916-04-03
CLEANING HINTS.

Clean windows with a flannel dip- ped in paraffin and polish with a clean duster. It imparts fine polish.
 Rub flatirons over waXed paper be- fore setting them away and they will keep bright and smooth.
 Wipe the kitchen oilcloth with skim med milk. This treatment is almost as beneficial to the cloth as a coat of varnish.
 If silver is never washed with soap it will retain its luster. Polish with chamois skin.
Norwich bulletin., 1916-04-03
coRsETs FOR SPRING.

The corset makers promise no rad ical change in corsets for spring. They will be a trifle fuller in the hip and probably more curved at the waist with a slightly higher bust. There will be a demand, however, for the pink corset for dress wear in preference to the white. Light flesh colored grounds with darker brocaded figures will distinguish the finer corsets.
Norwich bulletin., 1916-04-03

Mun1ps, according to a we'll known physician, is an infectious disease, cpl demic and contagious, and it should be treated accordinly, instead of be- ing ignored as is done at present. The infection enters by the mouth or naso- pharynX, invades the perotid gland by way of Stenos duct and then enters the circulation. The contagion begins at once. and the child should be at once isolated.
Norwich bulletin., 1916-04-03

Too often an intense pressure on the heels or elbows causes bed sores. This may be relieved by the use of cotton 'doughnuts" covered with cloth. Use ordinary cotton, forming it like a dOughnut. Sew the cloth on.
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varied lengths, some reaching only to the hips. While it is said that darts and seams will appear in the spring other coats will be quite as boxy as the former are close fitting.
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A Petty Plan,

David Lloyd-George again proves his common sense when he refuses to consider trade reprisals against Ger many after the war. Of all petty plans for cutting or ones nose to spite in his face is the silliest. Great Britain. like other nations, must live in the world as 1t Is after the war is over.-New York World
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Not much credit can accrue to Am bassador von Bernstorf if his action in obtaining the retirement of von Tir- pitz has brought about the new sub marine policy
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Paint the inside woodwork of bed steads with corrosive sublimate and turpentine, five cents worth of the for mer to a pint of the latter. Corrosive sublimate is poisonous.
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With demands still being made for fHee sugar in 1920, it looks as though the demoerSts were going to insist up- On someone else doing what they found it inadvisable to carry out.
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Governor Mccall points out that capital punishment has not stopped capital crimes, and he might also point out that laws have not stopped law iessness.
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The Rel Cross was established for humanity and it has been loyal to its trust. The Red Cross goes where hu- man suffering by reason of war. acci- dent, pestilence or calamity of any kind is acute and the need of help ob- vious to all. The Red Cross exists for alt IS not restricted by any ques- tiCns or prejudice concerning race, creed or color. The Red Cross should be supported by all because it exists for ali-now Is the time to join this or banization and help it along. Willing workers are helping push the cam pSIgn for new members. Help them, help the great cause of humanity. help this work that holds the keenest sym pathy of tl:e world, join the Red Cross and experience the happiness of giv- ing your n ite for a cause that engages the noblest impulses known to the human mind.-New Haven Times Leader.
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It is impossible for the auto owners to deny themselves the pleasure of ride in the country these delightful April days even if the price of gaso- line is high
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The darkest stain on a mirror or window pane can generally be routed by rubbing with a flannel wet in spir- it's of camphor.
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SUGGESTIONS FOR
THE HOUSEWIFE

To remove rust from kettles. fill them with hay, packed tightly, fill in with boiling water and let boil for sev- eral hours.
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Bric-a-brac should be carefully dust ed before being washed in hot borax water or soapsuds in which a little ammonia has been dissolved.
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Those who have been claiming that spring would come if we only waited long enough are now rating them selves as prophets
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The juice of stewed cranberries, the addition of lemon and sugar to taste, makes a delicious drink, di- luted with cold water.
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As it is necessary in almost all cases to ventilate the sick room thoroughly at least once day, an open umbrella placed in front of the patient will protect him while the windows are open.
Norwich bulletin., 1916-04-03

Never darn knitted underwear with wool, as it will shrink and make a hole larger than the original one. Use loosely twisted knitting silk.
Norwich bulletin., 1916-04-03

Billie Burke, the auburn haired act ress has accepted an offer of S15O. .0O0 to act for twenty weeks before the moving picture camera.
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A Paris woman was recently welded by a proxy to a dead soldier, but the government will pay her a widows pension, nevertheless.
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It is declared that chic women will all certainly adopt the fully trimmed skirt.
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Panama has just experienced an other earthquake, but with present world disturbances such affairs pass with slight attention.
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Cover plaster of paris figures with a thick coating of starch and water; let it dry on the surface, and the dirt will brush off with the powder.
Norwich bulletin., 1916-04-03

Figs and dates chopped with diced apples make a delicious combination for a salad with mayonnaise. Serve on lettuce leaves.
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According to present progress it will not be long before the rattle of the lawn mower will be heard throughout the land.
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Polo sweaters are the latest sport ing garment; they are fashioned with out sleeves and have no collars. Ball buttons furnish the fastening and shocking holds in the fullness at the waist
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When serving poached egs, instead of the usual slice of toast place the eggs on rounds of bread cut thin and sauted in butter.
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DICTATES OF FASHION.

Many of the present fashion fea- lures are a revival of the 1S70s.
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Roosevelt loses no chance to knock the present administration, but he stu- diously avoids the responsibility which attaches to him in connection with 1t.
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The man on the corner says: Ex- perience shows that after a white lie has travelled a few blocks, it needs a trip to the laundry.
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Though it may be a bit early the man who was swinging the snow shovel two weeks ago is now busy with the spade and hoe.
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Large fans of ostrich feathers are shown for the last of the opera nights. sticks.
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FOR FURNITURE.

Turpentine and beeswax to the consistency of thin cream makes a fine polish for leather upholstered furni- rurP
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OTHER VIEW POINTS

It Is al intricate problem to oper- ate passenger traffic safely through the tangle Of freight business The ir- ritated traveller. fuming at delays may well thank his stars that the en- gineman's ambition to make time has no. deposited him in the ditch Of course prompt passenger service iE very essential. Many roads have a passenger operation But regular freight service is just as important The business fabric will not run smoothly unless it's material Is prompt ly and regularly supplied. The country has grown fast. and the freight blCckades of this winter have shown that railroad equipment has not kept pace.-Meriden Journal
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Mime. Bernhart, the able French &C., tress, has a cupboard in her boudoir filled with artificial legs, half the leg makers in the world having loaded her with their wares.