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Norwich bulletin., 1917-02-03
FAVOR TOLL BRIDGE
 ACROSS THE THAMES
Earnings Would Pay for Cost and En-
 tail No Expense to State.

On Friday a meeting was held in the New London Chamber of Com merce rooms at the request of the Hartford automobile club, to consider the project of completing the diagonal trunk line through the state from Hartford to New London upon which several sections have been built through the towns voting part of their road money. The plans call for a route through Salisbury to New Lon don and Stonington.
 The project has been held up for the past two or three years on account of no state appropriation being made for state highways or trunk lines. It is hoped that this year the legislature will see fit to make an appropriation large enough so that this very impor tant work may be completed
 Incidentally the meeting talked over the movement to convert the railroad bridge over the Thames river into a highway, which. proposition is now embodied in a bill before the leg iS1ature.
 The meeting placed itself unani- mously on record for a toll bridge whereby the earnings will pay the cost and entail no expense upon the state.
 The Hartford men thoroughly ex- plained the project. which was en- Enthusiastically received by the meet ing. At the conclusion of the meet ing the visiting delegates were the guests of the New London chamber members at dinner, served in the Crocker house.
 In the Hartford delegation were: Capt. c. H. Wickham, president Con necticut society. S. A. R., Secretary Arthur Effort of the Hartford Auto mobile club, Compensation Commis- sioner George B. Chandler and Alton T. Woodford.
 Other delegates included Frank J. King, pr. J. J. Donahue. H. R. Branche, William H. Oat, c. V. James, all of Norwich, W. R. Stebbins of Groton and Joseph q. Cr-uttenden
Norwich bulletin., 1917-02-03

The two-story tenement house just north of the Point saloon on Boswell avenue was badly gutted by fire which
 broke out about 10.30 o'clock Friday might. Frozen hydrants and low water pressure greatly hindered the firemen and were responsible for a good part of the loss on the building.
 Two alarms from the same box, 261, coming in in quick succession, called out every company in the central part of the city except the aerial truck, and this company with Chemical No. 3 from the Falls station constituted the only two companies ready for calls in outside of the fire department was re- sponsibIe for the second alarm, which came in just before the deputy chief and the auto bumper arrived on the scene On the second alarm the Main street chemical and the West Side chemical responded, but Chemical No. 3 from the Falls station was held at truck by Chief Howard L. Stanton, hitched and ready to cover in any other alarms.
 Hydrant Opened With Difficulty. The auto bumper was the first com pany to arrive on the scene, and, they laid a line of hose from a hydrant on Boswell avenue The hydrant was frozen and was opened with difficulty.
 When it was opened the water pres sure was so low that the stream did not reach the roof. The flames were
 the south side of the house around the chimney and had good start. Short
 ly after the arrival of the auto bumper the Main street chemical arrived on the second alarm and they were fol-
 lowed by the West Side company. The
Norwich bulletin., 1917-02-03
OBITUARY
Thomas F. Edwards.

The death of Thomas F. Edwards occurred Thursday in his SSth year. He was born in Norwich and spent his entire life here. Although nearly SS years of age he ha1 enjoyed very good health up to two weeks ago. He thought nothing of walking three or four miles up to that time. He was a. veteran of the Civil war. having served four years. He first enlisted in the Eighth Connecticut Volunteers, was discharged and afterwards reenlisted in; the Eighteenth Connecticut Volun- teers. He was wounded in the battle of Antietam. He is survived by his wife, two daughters, Mrs. George H. Studley of Willimantic and Mrs. Ed win Moor of this city, and one son, Frederick H. Edwards, also of this
Norwich bulletin., 1917-02-03

The peace meeting of Feb. 2 at Mad ison Square Garden, New York city, with William Jennings Bryan as one of the principle speakers, is one of the principal speakers, is one of the steps of the American Neutral Conference Committee and other American peace societies toward consolidation. Profess sor George W Kirchwey of New York is chairman of the executive committee of the conference and also president of the American Peace so- ciety On Feb. 22 representatives of all the principal American societies will meet in New York and try to de- wise a practicable pan of co-operation and consolidation.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-02-03
CALIFORNIA SPEAKER FOR PROHIBITION MEETING
Hon. Jstnes H. Woertendy&<e to Ad- dress Mass Meeting Sunday.

Arrangements have been completed for a mass meeting that will be held in the Steiner building on Sunday aft ernoon on the prohibition movement Hon. James H. Woertendyke of Cali fornia who is an eloquent speaker of national reputation will deliver the ad- dress. Mr. Woertendyke has spoken in every sect%1 of the country and has delivered moer than 200 lectures in Chicago alone.
 on the most practical plan for securing national prohibition ever inaugerated Today he speaks in Westerly and on Sunday evening in New London
Norwich bulletin., 1917-02-03
HOPE REsEKAH LODGE
 HELD SUCCESSFUL WHIST
Refreshments Served After Awarding
 of Prizes to Winners.

Hope Rebekah lodge. No. 21. held a whist of 19 tables in Odd Fellows hall on Friday evening. The prizes were won by the following:
 Ladies' first, Mrs. W. R. Denison second. Mrs. F.. Balls: consolI tion Miss Eleanor Freyer: gentlemen. first Fred F'riswell: second, Henry Pridger
 Refreshments were served by the committee in charge which comprised of Mrs G. Fred Pingpank, chairman Saul g. Alofsin and Mrs. Osten Fer guson.
 Following the whist dancing was en- joyed with the musicc furnished by the Academic orchestra.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-02-03
Married Twenty-Five years.

Capt. and Mrs. Silas Marsters of Ledyard street, New London, obserV- ed the twenty fifth anniversary of their marriage Thursday evening The genial skipper and his good wife en- tertained about 8 friends in the hos pitable manner for which they are noted Music, games and refresh ments helped to pass the evening de- lightfiIlly.
 Capt and Mrs. Marsters were the recipients of numerous valuable gifts of silver.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-02-03
MISCELLANEOUS SHOWER
Mrs. Charles W. Barber Remembered d by Shore Line Office Employees.

A most delightful time was spent at the home of Miss Hulda McKelvey, Poquetanuck, Friday evening, the oc- casion being a miscellaneous shower which was given Mrs. Charles w. Barber by the young ladies of the Shore Line Electric office. Mrs. Bar Der was formerly Miss Elizabeth Nc Burney. A large number of gifts were presented the bride and a collation. was served. Everyone voted Miss Me- Kelvey a most charming hoteSs.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-02-03
BOY SCOUTS PLAN
 ANNUAL DEVOTIONAL SERVICE
To be Held in Trinity Methodist
 Church This Month.

The Boy Scouts of the city held a bi grally Friday evening in Trinity Methodist Episcopal church with about 15 Scouts in attendance. Norma II Hines, scoutmaster of Troop No. 6, delivered q stereopticon lecture on scout work, the lantern was operated by Howard Ives. Refreshments were served by members of Troop No. 6.
 It was decided to hold the annual devotional service on Sunday evening, Feb. II at Trinity Methodist Episco- pal church and Rev. F. w. Coleman. pastor of the church will give the ad- dress, which will be on Boy Heroes.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-02-03
Collector vi.;ts Terminar.

Collector of Customs James L. Me Govern of Bridgeport arrived in New London Friday afternoon and in com don branch of the customs service went to the state steamship terminal, where the North German Lloyd liner Willehad is lying. Collector McGov- ern. in reply to an inquiry, said he found everything satisfactory and that he contemplated taking no extraordi- nary action.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-02-03
srouoht to State Hospital.

! John Hali, aged 70, an Inmate of the New London almshouse for the past two years. and Eunice Bailey.
 aged about 30, who has been an i'm mate of that institution for more than Is years, were removed Friday after noon to the state hospital for the in- sane at Norwich, by Patrolman J. c.
 Sullivan
Norwich bulletin., 1917-02-03
w. s. ALLiNG BUYS
 THE BUSWELL BUILDING
Main Street Business Block Chanqed
 Hands Friday Afternoon.

The Buswell building, located on the corner of Main street and Shetucket street was sold Friday afternoon to Wilbur s. filling, president of the filling Rubber Go. The building is To- cated on one of the best business sites in the city and is three stories in height. There are three stores on the main floor and the upper floors are devoted to offices. The Fuller Insur- ance Co. transacted the sale.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-02-03

ed strong. emphasis. on the spiritual nature of regeneration and a godly life.
 less we put it to work
Norwich bulletin., 1917-02-03
PERSONALS

Mrs. Arthur Moquin of Moosup was in Norwich Wednesday.
 Sanford Briggs. of Greene, R. l.. was a Norwich visitor recently. the recent guest of Norwich friends.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-02-03

Hartford.-The will of the late Rev. Dr. James Goodwin, rector of Christ church, was admitted to probate this week. The estate is estimated to be between $250.000 and $300.000 and is left to tine widow and children.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-02-03

holds Bridge has smallpox She has been caring for her daughter Jennie. who was taken i'll with the disease two weeks ago. Her case is reported to be in a very light form
Norwich bulletin., 1917-02-03
pi.tr;et suoerfntenden+ Pre.ided.

Thursday evening Rev. G. G. Scriv- ener, district superintendent in eastern
 Connecticut. presided at the fourth quarterly conference of the Federal street church. il. .Sew London
Norwich bulletin., 1917-02-03

This weeks meeting of the Churcf Improvement society of the Second Congregational church was thimblt tea in the rooms over the Otis library about g attending. Mrs. D. s. Havi- land was in charge.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-02-03

Charles Harrison. the tenor who de- lighted the audience at the Bas-Clef concert in Norwich, January 26th. be- gins a two months tour in the Middle West March 1st. with the Minneapo- lis Symphony orchestra.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-02-03

An Essex correspondent writes: Miss Rosaile Riordan expects to con- clude her duties this week. as teach CT of the 4-5 grades, grammar school Miss Riorian will return to her home in Norwich.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-02-03

Children's books recently require by the Otis library include: Christ mas in all countries, America, Austria Canada, Denmark, England France Germany. Holland. Italy. Japan. Rus sia, Spain, Sweden. Switzerland.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-02-03

The judges of the Connecticut su- perior court holding divorce sessions are showing a disposition to demand stricter and more positive corrobora- tive testimony in divorce cases in the opinion of attorneys.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-02-03

From patriotic women in Baltic, Mrs.
 Richard R. Graham has recently re- ceived and forwarded to New York to
 British American Relief headquarters, s15 in money and six pairs of knitted socks.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-07-28
Boys Wear FOR WARM WEATHER

Boys Sailor and Naval Reserve White Hats 49c Boys Khaki Trooper Hats price 49c Boys Byron Trousers and Drawer Supporters, sizes to Boys Kazoo Suspenders with garter attachment, sizes to Boys Blouses, sizes to 16- prices are 9Sc. 59c and. ........ 35e Boys Overalls. sizes to B. price a pair. r............ 59c Boys Overalls, sizes 10 to 16- prices are S5c, 75c and ...... 5ec Boys Khaki Trousers, sizes 5 to S-prlce pair. r............-.. o9c Boys Khaki Trousers, sizes s to 16-at $125, 9Sc and. ..... 69c Boys Linen Trousers, sizes 8 to 15-at SIPS and. 98c Boys Washable Suits, sizes
 to Sat s2.49. $2.00, $1.5O and SIPS Boys Linen Norfolk Suits, sizes 8 to 15-price. ....... $3.95 Boys Palm Beach Suits, sizes 10 to 15-price ce........... $4.e5
Norwich bulletin., 1917-07-28
BAPTIST YOUNG PEOPLE
 HELD LAWN PARTY
Successful Event Carried Out at Home of Dr.. and Mrs. Harry Higgins.

Friday evening was gala evening for the B. Y. P. U. of the First Bap successful party the handsome grounds of pr. and Mrs. Harry Hig- gins of Fairmount street The lawn was brightly lighted with many Japanese lanterns. making an attractive scene for the large number of persons who attended
 Adding to the beauty, were the dec orations of the four tables where one could buy many good things.
 Over each table was an open um- brella decorated with the color scheme of it's table, The young ladies in charge were in costume.
 The ice cream table was decorated in white with glittering frost on it Miss Lucinda Brown was kept busy during the evening supplying many patrons. Miss Marguerite Copeland in yellow served lemonade at an attrac tive yellow table. A thriving business was done by Miss Gertrude Thorn-s who was very dainty in a Japanese gown and who sold candy under large Japanese umbrella.
 The American girl, Miss Celeste Copeland. sold cake at a table with the national colOrs.
 Each table was liberally patron ized
 "Shadowgraphs" was arranged for ed an amusing and most enjoyable programme. Taking the several parts were Miss Mildred Fillmore, Miss Ma zie Stamm, Walter NJ. Cowan and George Auburn. who were assisted by Miss Fannie Brown. Miss Marguerite Copeland. Miss Jennie Kendel Mas ters Paul Higgins, George H. Strouse, Jr., Freddie Peckham and Harold Higgins.
 The pictures were we'll given. re- ceivine much applause. Among the subjects were In the Park At the Doctors, The Dentists Office. Family Troubles, The Ladies' Aid, The Pho togra phic Gallery and His Wedding Day.
 The success of the evenings enter tainment was in the hands of Miss Mildred Tilden. chairman who expects to realize a good sum which the B. Y. P. U. are to give towards a church object.
 Assisting Miss Fillmore were Miss Marguerite Copeland. Miss Lucinda Brown. Miss Gertrude Thorne and Miss Celeste Copeland.
 This committee was assisted by Miss Lillian Crumb. Mrs. Harry Higgins and Miss Mary and Miss Helen Hig- gins.
 vote of thanks was extended by the B. Y P. C. to Dr. and Mrs. Hig- gins for opening their grounds for the outdoor fete- They have many times opened their house for indoor parties
Norwich bulletin., 1917-07-28
CHARGED WITH STEALING
 AUTO IN MONTVILLE
Youthful Gang is Run Down By the
 State Police.

Two members of a youthful gang of burglars were arrested in New Lon don Friday. The boys are Louis Pel- tier. 19. and John Tucker IT, The gang of which they are members has been operating in New London and vicinity for several weeks past.
 Peltier and Tucker were taken into custory Friday morning by State Po- licemen Jackson, Brooks and Young The specific charge against them is stealing an automobile in Montville Wednesday night.
 Ac.ording to the authorities Pel- tier and Tucker are members of a thoroughly organized gang of youtb- full burglars and gunmen. Numerous burglaries which have been commit ted, not only in New London but all over this section, are credited to the gang. The gang has been operating in a wide range or country and it's work has been so skilfuH heretofore as to evade arrest.
 It is stated that the mode of oper- tomobile in one city or town and drive to another place several miles away and commit the burglary. The eidemic of automobile stealing which has been inn evidence in New London and vicinity for some time past is laid to the gang. In one or two instances however machines have been found with quantities of goods. showing that the burglars had left hurriedly evidently having been frightened before the goods could be carried away.
 The gang is said to consist of at least six members and it is quite like number than that. The members of the gang are all proficient in the art of freight train riding. and 1t is claimed that they are all armed.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-07-28
K. OF C. CAMPAIGN IS
 MEETING WITH SUCCESS
White Cross Council Raising Money
 For Million Dollar War Fund.

The members of White Cross Coun- cil appointed to solicit in behalf of the K. of c. war fund of s1,000. 900. have been very busy this week and their efforts are meeting with splen- did success. They will make an effort to call on every family on or before Monday, July 30.
 The names of those who have sub scribed will be published later in this paper. Contributions will be gladly received by M. C. Higgins, secretary. or any member of the committee. The committee for the various districts follows:
 chairman, Daniel T. Shea. William Harrington. Dr. T. A. Crowley. Alex Jordan. M. c. Higgins, Vim. Babson, Wm- Kosloski. Jos: C. Bland William Quinn, NJ H. Shea. Edward Mckay, RaOul Bellefieur, Jas. Madden. Chas. Drew, Vim. Carberry, J. J. Foley, Jere niah Riordan.
 Laurel Hnl-J J. Corkery. H. Des-
 GreeneviiieIc. O. Murphy. Will liam McCIafferty. Dr. E. J. Brophy John Sullivan. Joseph Portelance. Jo- Downing Thomas Caffrey. Joseph Farrell, N. J. Spellman, William Fitz- gerald, T. H. Connolly, p F. Brennan, W. ]. Carroll, William Carey.
 W est S1de-J OSepn EfeIffer, IOhn F.. Fitzgerald, Frank Sylvia. James Sul- hvan, Thomas Brennan, John Sullivan J.S J. Sullivan. Walter Casey, Frank J. Bnuc<Iey William McGuinness.
 Norwich Town-P. T. Cornell. Eu- gene Connors, Jos. Lynch, J. A Curry Thos. White.
 E-alls-F'rank Mcintyre Thomas H. Eeckley, M. J. Curran, Thomas Rear Eey
 East Norwich-Geo. DoIan, Daniel Sullivan. John P. Corcoran.
 Colchester-James Purcell, chair man.
 FitchVille-Louis B. Brand chair man, Michael Sweeney. Jere Sweeney.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-07-28
Board Gets Down to Work
Official Draft List Received From Governor Friday Morning First Call to be Issued Early Next Week-Names of Men Ordered to Report for Examination Will be Published in The Bulletin.

The arrival of the official draft list has set in motion the exemption board machinery in this city and the list for the first call is now being prepared. Chairman John M. Thayer Of the To- cal board received the official list of numbers from Governor Holcomb on Friday. The board immediately set to work to prepare the list of names for the fist call which will be issued early next week. The list of those who will be called next week will be published through the columns of The Bulletin and the men affected by the call will in addition receive a sum- mons from the board.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-07-28

After being called it is up to the drafted man to present himself on the day named before the board who will have headquarters in the Thayer building on Franklin square At the board headquarters he will be examin- ed by the physician and his physical condition passed upon. If accepted clan he will go before the board itself so that he may have a chance to file claim for exemption. His claim for exemption must be made on forms specially provided for this purpose. It is possible that the examination of drafted men will start by next Fri day.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-07-28
rRIcKEN WITH APOPLExY
 WHILE IN BATHING
mes Fultcn Cummings, Pioneer
 Electrical Engineer.

New York July 27:-James Fulton 1rnmings. a pioneer electrical engin- T who for many years was associ-. ed with the interests controlled by 1onas A Edison died early today
 Long Beach. N. '. Two weeks ago nile bathing in the ocean MT. Cum tngs was stricken with apoplexy and IS rescued from the surf by life ards. s--- MT. Cummings, who was born in ,ndon. Ontario. AS years ago. in- IIled the first electric light stations
 Philadelphia, Cincinnati and other ies. In Russia he worked out plans
 which electric wires in St. Peters rg were placed in underground con- it's. He did similar work in London d other English cities.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-07-28
STRIKE IN BRIDGEPORT NEAR SETTLEMENT
Believed That Eight Hundred Polish
 CTS Will Work on Monday,

Bridgeport, Conn, July 27.-SeveraI conferences were held here today looking toward the settlement of the strike of the 800 polishers at the Rem ington Arms plant but no agreement was reached. Federal ConciliatOr w A. McWade, who is here representing the department of commerce and la bor at Washington, would not discuss the progress that was being made to- ward a settlement. It is the general belief that the strike will be settled tomorrow and that the men will re- turn to work Monday
Norwich bulletin., 1917-07-28
LARGE BARN WAS
 DESTROYED BY BOLT Modern Structure Hit By Lightning During Electrical Storm.

The electrical storm Tuesday which burnred the large Potter barn in East Woodstock destroyed the still larg- CT barn of Elmer T. Corttis, brother of County Commissioner Edward Corttis, which stood on the line between North Woodstock and Dudley.
 This was the best appointed barn in Woodstock, having many modern devices for the comfort of stock and storing of grain, fruit and vegetables.
 The barn cost s6.000 and the insur- ance carried amounts to S2,500.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-07-28
Bathing Accessories

Rubber Diving Caps, plain colors- at 19c to soc. Rubber Bathing Caps, fancy frilled or trimmed-at 25c 10 SIPS. Rubber Bathing Hats, with wide brim-at Soc to S1.75. Women's Bathing Shoes, in low or high styles, white and colors-at 25c to SIPS.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-07-28
Scott is Acquitted,

San Francisco, July 27-Joseph .L Scott, former collector of internal rev enue for the first California district, was acquitted by a federal jury to- day of embezzlement of government funds
Norwich bulletin., 1917-07-28

There were number of floral trib- utes. number of local friends were in attendance. The bearers were playmates of the little boy. Their names were James Garvey. Joseph Foley, John Fillburn and Charles Sul- liyan. Undertaken Hourigan had charge of the funeral arrangements.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-07-28
American Generals Arrive.

London, July 27.-The new Peruvian cabinet has been organized with Dr. Francisco Tudela as premier and min ister of foreign affairs.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-07-28

velour plaids and stripes former prices s12.5O and $15.O0 -reduced now to to............. s7.5t be made, none sent on n1emo.)
Norwich bulletin., 1917-07-28

sweaters Misses anu Women's and Misses Wool Sweat ers-at S4.5o, $6.5o, $8.Co and $500 Women's and Misses Fibre Silk Sweaters-at S4.95, $3.5o and up to $500.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-07-28

The funeral of little Jeremiah Schenker. the seven-year- old boy who was drowned when he fell off the bridge over the Yantic river on the West Side was held from the home of his parents. Mir and Mrs Tony Schenker at 6S School street Friday.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-07-28

Womens Plaid Dress Skirts that sold regularly at $65O re- duced now to. $3.o9
 (At these prices no alterations vii
Harrisburg telegraph. [volume] (Harrisburg, Pa.) 1879-1948, 1917-11-12
MARKET SHOWS
GAIN AT OPENING
Short Interests Again Forced to Cover; U. S. Steel
Makes Extreme Gain of ~ Points
Offering of 5000 Shares

New York, Nov. 12.-(Wall Street)
The short interest was again
forced to cover at the opening of
to-day's stock market. prominent is
sues adding l to Q points to last
weeks final quotations. United
States Steel made an extreme gain of
l u points on its first offering of s.
600 shares and other equipm ments,
motors and shippings were among
the conspicuous features. Coppers,
oils, sugars and tobaccos also rose
appreciably. Coalers led the railway
list, Reading. Norfolk and Western,
Baltimore and Ohio and Chesapeake
and Ohio showing pronounced
strength. Union Pacific and New
York Central also improved substan-
TALLY.
The covering movement continued
during the first hour, accompanied
by higher quotations, after which
trading diminished visibly, interest
centering around the Presidents
Buffalo address. Profit taking had its
effect in several quarters, Stude-
baker reacting 3 points, but else
where reversals averaged less than
a point. Rails and shipping manifest
ed more firmness than steels and
coppers and few high grade spe-
cialties advanced to points. Lib
erty As sold at 99.9S to the new lot
of 1896 and the 312 s ranged be-
tween 1894 and $3.50.