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Pierre weekly free press. (Pierre, S.D.) 1889-19??, 1917-02-22
1t is not thought that Germany will

1t is not thought that Germany will
verbally make wal on the United
States, regardless Of what attitude it
may take on the submarine question.
Ii is more probably that act, if it does
come to that, will consist of an overt
act by some submarine commander.
the land TO pr~ecipitate war. This
was strikingly illustrated at the open
ing of the present great war in Eu.
rope.
Pierre weekly free press. (Pierre, S.D.) 1889-19??, 1917-02-22
pERsHING SUCCEEDS FUNSTON

Ell Paso. Texas, Feb. 21.-Major
General John j. Pershing received a
message today from Major General
Hugh L. Scott, chief Of staff of the
United States army announcing the
appointment Of General Pershipg to
be commander Of the Southern depart.
ment taking the place made vacant by
Major General Frederick Funston's
death.
Pierre weekly free press. (Pierre, S.D.) 1889-19??, 1917-02-22

No great ocean rolls between the
central powers and Holland, Den
mark and Sweden. That is quite
sufficient to explain why those coun-
tries did not join the United States
in seyering diplomatic relations with
Germany.
Pierre weekly free press. (Pierre, S.D.) 1889-19??, 1917-02-22

The literacy test would have kept
out Of this country . good many Of
the f~oretathers OF whom congress-
men who Will vote tozoverride the
presidents veto are not ashamed.
And many man who can read and.
write, - we'll 90 many who can smile
and smile, may be . william.
Pierre weekly free press. (Pierre, S.D.) 1889-19??, 1917-02-22

The Inauguration ceremony will be
held on March 5th, regardless Of the
war clouds, The entire country is re-
joicing that it's Mr.. Wilson that's to
be inaugurated.
Pierre weekly free press. (Pierre, S.D.) 1889-19??, 1917-02-22
ADMIRAL 7 FUNERAL

Binghamton. N. Y, Feb. 2O.-The
funeral of Rear Admiral Alexander
Berry Bates, who died here yesterday
has been fixed for Thursday afternoon.
Prominent naval officials will attend.
Burial will be made in this city.
Pierre weekly free press. (Pierre, S.D.) 1889-19??, 1917-02-22
Fine Excuse.

The Heavy-I hear that your inter-
probation of Hamlet was Kissed at the
High Forehead theater last night. The
Lead-Ah, yes! The performance was
billed al a shakespearean revival and
I suspect some partisans of Bacon re-
sented it.-Puck.
Pierre weekly free press. (Pierre, S.D.) 1889-19??, 1917-02-22

Sioux Falls Argus-Leader: Ameri-
can citizens have a right" to GO any
where on the high seas that boats will
take them, but a wise mar would need
mighty good reason to take a ship
which was going into the torpedo O u.
In other words, this isa splendid time
to stayaway from Europe and do all of
your seeing in America.
Pierre weekly free press. (Pierre, S.D.) 1889-19??, 1917-02-22

just like a family of spoiled and pet
ted children, the Latin-American re-
puol'cs OF Mexico and Cuba have got to
rise up and demand "a spanking when
the United States, the head of the fam
lily, has a big deal on hand.
Pierre weekly free press. (Pierre, S.D.) 1889-19??, 1917-02-22
Thirteenth Century Hann;e.. e..

Thirteenth Century Happiest Era.
DR.. James ]. Walsh of New York
spoke on "The Happiest Era In HUI
nan History recently. He so describ-
ed the thirteenth century, calling atten-
ton to the good wages and low prices
OF that age, the holidays and the lei
sure to enjoy life. It was the century
OF architecture and literature. Con-
trasting it with the present age, DIR.
Walsh regarded the twentieth century
as almost the %unhappiest In human
history.-Boston Transcript.
Pierre weekly free press. (Pierre, S.D.) 1889-19??, 1917-02-22
DON'T BITE THE HAND
THAT FEEDS You

THAT FEEDS YOU
Last night as l lay sleeping,
A wonderful dream came to me,
| saw Uncle Sammy weeping
For his children from over the sea;
They had come to him friendIcss and
starving,
When from tyrant oppression they
fled
But now they abuse and revile him,
Till at last in just anger be said:
Chorus
II you don't like your Uncle Sammy,
Then 60 back to your home DER
the sea,
TO the land from where you came,
Whatever be its name;
Bot don't be ~ungrateful to me!
II you don't like the stars in Old
Glory,
II you don't like the Red, White and
Blue,
Don't act like the cur in the story,
Don't bite the hand that feeding you.
You recall the day you landed,
How ! welcomed you to my shore,
When you1came here empty handed,
And allegiance forever. you swore;;
gathered YOU close to my bosom,
81 food and OF clothes you got both,
Pierre weekly free press. (Pierre, S.D.) 1889-19??, 1917-02-22
CHANGES MADE
HIGH ARMY OFFICERS

Washington, Feb, 2o.-Brigadier
General Ernest A. Darlington, who for
I'VE a decade has filled the important
post Of inspector general of the United
States army, closed his active military
career today, having been transferred
to the retired list by operation of law
on account of age. He is succeeded as
inspector general by Col. John l.,
Chamberlain.
Pierre weekly free press. (Pierre, S.D.) 1889-19??, 1917-02-22
Couldn't Fool Hin.

Lecturer lin small town)-Of course
you all know what the inside of a cor
puscle Is like. Chairman of Meeting
Qnterrupting)-Most Of us do, but W
better explain 1t for the benefit of
them that has eve been inside me-.
Puck. q
Pierre weekly free press. (Pierre, S.D.) 1889-19??, 1917-02-22

House Bill s4e2, recently passed
provides that any person who has here
tofore made entry on lands in coded
Indian reservations and paid q price
equivalent to or greater than "a an
acre. shall, if otherwise qualified, be
entitled to the benefits of the home
stead law as though such former entry
had not been made.
Pierre weekly free press. (Pierre, S.D.) 1889-19??, 1917-02-22

Old established volunteer military
companies now formally connected
with the militia and national forces,
it'seems are to be allowed to retain
their gorgeous dress uniforms. the
Prohibition extending only to similar
organizations formed after the pas
sage of thi Hay bill. The word is a
relieving one.
Pierre weekly free press. (Pierre, S.D.) 1889-19??, 1917-02-22

What could be more appropriate
than the action of the progressive par
ty ieaders in inviting President Will
son TO address them at their confer
ence in st. Louis on April 70? The
records of the four years just draw
Ing to a close mark the president as
the most progressive man in the coun-
try today,
Pierre weekly free press. (Pierre, S.D.) 1889-19??, 1917-02-22

II Ira safe guess thst Villa and
other bandit chieftains Of Mexico
breathe easier now that they know
of General Funston's death. They
I'M knsWsof tho little trick he turned
on AgalnAldo and knew he was still
|capablesof repeating.
Pierre weekly free press. (Pierre, S.D.) 1889-19??, 1917-02-22

Still there 10 no relief in sight from
the high print paper prices. The con-
ference Of the manufacturers and the
consumers found no way out Of the
difficulty. The congressional inyesti.
cation determined that paper was
higher than 1t used TO be, but they
were unable to get any farther.
Pierre weekly free press. (Pierre, S.D.) 1889-19??, 1917-02-22

Bob Fitzsimmons is to become an
evangelist. and if Satan never knew
what a ring battle is like he is in for
8 new experience.
Pierre weekly free press. (Pierre, S.D.) 1889-19??, 1917-02-22

Having drawn the teeth out of the
''bone dry bill, the Iowa senate might
compensate by graciously pulling a
few teeth for the blind tigers.
Pierre weekly free press. (Pierre, S.D.) 1889-19??, 1917-02-22

Colorado farmers are being paid
s2.4o for potatoes and it is likely to be
difficult to keepmen at work in gold
and silver mines.
Pierre weekly free press. (Pierre, S.D.) 1889-19??, 1917-02-22

President Lincoln didn't do anything
until SIX weeks after the confederacy
had been organized. He, too, waited
for an covert act" The attack on the
fort was what was needed to electrify
the north.
Pierre weekly free press. (Pierre, S.D.) 1889-19??, 1917-02-22

The white flag is not going to sue
coed the star spangied banner as the
emblem of this country.
Pierre weekly free press. (Pierre, S.D.) 1889-19??, 1917-02-22

One thing makes us positive that
President Wilson is right. Senator
Works is against him.
Pierre weekly free press. (Pierre, S.D.) 1889-19??, 1917-02-22

just ORhand, it is a bit difficult to
figure out how Mexico could furnish
her ambassador with real credentials.
Pierre weekly free press. (Pierre, S.D.) 1889-19??, 1917-02-22
AS Regards vanit,

All is vanity. AT least SO says the
philosopher"
Il don't know about that" chimed
In che Plunkville sage, ''but there is
enough Of It to keep the drug stores
doing a good business in complexion
OBSERVATION-DISCLOSURES.
Pierre weekly free press. (Pierre, S.D.) 1889-19??, 1917-02-22
Unreasonable Woman.

Mrs. Pfckleton with newspaper}-
Here's a writer who figures out that in
fifty years we undress for bed over
$4,000 times. Pickleton-And yet you
kick II ! break the monotony once In;
awhile by going to bed with my clothes
on.-Boston Transcript,
Willing to Bear L.
We'll, dearest, I have just asked.
your father forsyour hand"
What did he say?"
He asked me II 4 felt capable OF 10
Stunning a heavy burden"
and what did you tell himtv
II told him Il would take care OF AL
- would dye u"--BMtm Tunsm4pE
Pierre weekly free press. (Pierre, S.D.) 1889-19??, 1917-02-22

Washington, Feb. 81.-sinking by
gunfire from a German submarine
of the Norwegian steamer Dalbea-
tie, with two Americans aboard,
was added today to the state de-
partment's list of Germany's illegal
acts which are slowly accumutlat-
ing the patience of the government,
Consul Frost reported from Queens
town that after the ship was sunk
last Saturday the men were rescu-
ed, but their lives were endangered
by she'll fire before the crew had
gotten away in boats, and by drift
ing about at sea fori nearly eigh-
teen hours.
Pierre weekly free press. (Pierre, S.D.) 1889-19??, 1917-02-22
PRESIDENT WILSON IS SILENT

PRESIDENT WILSON IS SILENT
Washington, Feb. 21.--President
Wilson has practically decided to
appear before congress before adj
journment, March 4, to ask for adj
ditional authority to protect Amer
lean seamen and ships against the
German submarine menace.
Officials said today there was
every indication that he would make
his address late this week.
The presidents position is that
before adjourning congress should
pass a resolution giving him addl-
tional authority.
1t is expected that arms will be
furnished to American ships, most
of which plying in the .trans-Atlant-
ic trade, are still tied up.
The president has decided not to
call an extra session of congress
unless there should be an emer-
gency and it was generally accept
ed that he will not call the senate
in special session.
1t is understood that the admin,
istration believes the negotiations
with Austria so far have been I'M
satisfactory.
Pierre weekly free press. (Pierre, S.D.) 1889-19??, 1917-02-22
Willie Did.

Teacher-Willie, give me a sentence
In which the term hook and eye Is
used. Willie-Me an pa went fishin'.
Pa told me t. bait me hook, an I did.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-02-03
HuJMoR OF THE DAY

He-Are wheat cakes healthy?
 Mel never heard one complain of being sick--Record. He-PeopIe are saying you married me for my money. She-Well, had to give them some reason.-Chicago Herald.
 How does young F7ubdub stand in
 Not so we'll"
 Why is that7" ies but he is more than suspected of cutting football games."--LouisviIl Courfer-Journal3 First hippopotanus What's the matter, my dear2
 Second hippo-I sometimes wish you had never been so prosperous. I simply cannot get a servant to .uril on the mud in my bath every morn ing.-Life.
 'Crabshaw -- Your wife delivers temperance. lectures, doesn't she?
 Henpeck-YeS, and then she comes home and acts in such a way as 10 drive man to drink. = Buffalo Courier.
 -She believes everything he tells her.
 'Yes, but I understand he doesn't tell her very much. .''-Detroit Free Press.
 Bridget, why have you put the fly paper oRt on the grassg'
 They ain't no more flies to ketch in the house, mum. New York World.
 "Goodnes gracious! Maudie. why are you writing down that secret just told you?"
 -So I'll remember it, Dearie."- Brownings Magazine.
 ChoIIy-Do you think 1t would be foolish for me to marry a girl who was my intellectual inferior1 Q Dolly-More than folish-impoasi- ble.-Cleveland Leader.
 Grubbs-Do you know any reliable rule for estimating the cost of living
 StubbS-I do. You take your income -%-whatever that may be-and add 10 per cent.-Richmond Times Dispatch.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-02-03
POETRY
THE DOLLAR

Where are you, big round doiiarg I've
 sought you near and far, I've camped upon your trall Cor ronthsi sometimes see you hiding behind "a And t6sn { little Dag Of eggs will your
 proportions take, But when try to catch you. you are
 no longer there Where 4e yonF home, O doIiar7 Where
 4s your lonely lairf I've set my traps most oarefully--y'Ou
 always walk around. Some times a dime is left to show
 where you q pathway found; Sometimes I try to BeIze you, SO near
 my path you stray A sack of -four or butterr5ar ia always I can remema,cr. as in dreams. rhen
 in my pocIxetbook
 eier, chauced 10. look. But now, though pennies. even dimes,
 whdle may there repose, No mighty dollar do nnd--its gone
 like winter suoWe. Elusive dollari You are hid In water,
 food, and Ire Only the air we breathe just now no
 payment can require; But when the airships reach theiE
 throne, then we shall surely Cash in advance. before you breathe"
 wdhene'er we touch this sphere.
 Min @flM ll. leOyyaiGf. |.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-02-03
DAVIS THEATRE
Four Complete Shows Today, at 1.30, 3.t5, and s.f5-Three 5ia Time Keith vaudeviIle Acts and Triangle Supreme Photosfeatures.

There will be four complete shows at the Davis today and both vaude- vile and pictures will be shown at every performance, the bill today is one that everyone will enjoy and if you ask the man on the street he will say it is a craelSerjacl1 show, the vau- deville headfiner is Whipple, Huston and company who present their own called Spooks and for real novelty it has anything beat that has ever played here- They carry their own special stage setting and introd uce some fine singing during the act. For those who like to hear good music Kerr and Berko will be a pleasant sur prise for they are two of the best en- tertainers= in their line that have vioiins and are real artists. The third act is Jack Reddy, clever character comedian. who puts his songs over In a finished manner. In the photoplayS the Triangle feature is Bessie Love The Beiress at Coffee Dams, a i've part Fine Arts production This is a picture that will appeal to every lover of the best in the silent drama as well as the grown ups. to complete the show the famous Katzenjammer Kids, Hans and Fritz, are seen in very funny cartoon comedy.
 For the first half of next week an- other fine bill is booked. The Keith vaudeville acts are headed by the Pate Family, Q quartette of clever rnusi- cians, who will be heard in an enter taining offering. Harry Pease, a come dian, new to Norwich. will present variety of novelties, and Keely Broth CTS and company will complete the vaudeville in comedy scenic athletic novelty, called Fun in a Sporting Goods Store. This is one Of the best acts on the circuit and will be a big hit with the local theatregoers The Triangle feature picture will be Doro- thy Dalton in the five-part Inee drama, The Female of the Species, a drama of intense appeal and one with strong moral lesson. To complete the show there will be shown a funny Pathe comedy called Lufxe's Preparedness Preparation and it is positively laugh provoler from beginning to end. Mdf- sicaI Director Brazeau has arraigned special musical program which the orchestra will play during the per- formance and the music will be one of the features of the show.
 The Grand Trunk Pacific drydock, at Prince Rupert, cost $2.50o, 900.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-02-03
BREED THEATRE.
Fannie Ward in ~Eaeh Pearl Tear Five Part Paramount Feature Fel Monday and Tueaday.

The feature screen production at the Breed theatre for today is The Victory of Conscience. a thrilling Lasky drama starring the distinguished actor, Lou Tellegen. He is supported by Cleo RidgeIey and an all star cast includ- ing Elliott Dexter, Thomas Delnar and Laura Woods Gushing.
 The Victory of Conscience is con- sidered one of the most unusual pho- to dramas that the Lasl1y company has ever presented to the public. It tells 8 tensely dramatic story in a most realistic way of how two loving souls are brought together when they are separated by their religious vows.
 Other pictures on today's bill are the Pathe Weekly and a very funny one reel Christie comedy.
 On Monday and Tuesday the Breed will present Fannie Ward in Each Pearl Tear.s live part Paramount photo drama Miss Ward has es- tabIished herself as one of the most versatile actresses on the screen. She scored her greatest success in The Cheat, and it is said that in Each Pearl a Tear is better than any, thing in which she has heretofore been seen.
 The story of Each Pearl Tear has to do with . young girl who is led to believe by an interruptions millionaire, that she has lost valuable string of pearls. She is forced to work for him to repay this loss. How she discovers that he still has the pearls. and uses them to wreck
Norwich bulletin., 1917-02-03
FARM FOR SALE IN FRANKLIN,

By order of the Probate Court, to settle an estate, the Giles Harrington farm in Fra nl<1in is offered for sale. The farm consists of a dwelling house with good cellar barn, carriage house, corn house. hen house and outbuild- ings. There are about GO acres of land divided into pasture, woodland, moving land, orchard and planting ground There is an abundance of water in wells, springs and brook on the prem ises: 500 cords of ffrewood could be cut off and sold at good priceE by the purchaser. The farm is on high ground, has grand view and is located on the state highway from Norwich to Willimantic and is four miles from Baltic village and about eight miles from Norwich and is near Meeting House Hill. For further information, apply to Frank B. Harrington, at the farm, or to William H. Shields s Broadway, Norwich, Conn feb3S
Norwich bulletin., 1917-02-03

Passion for power is the underlying motive of the character played by Theda BarzA in :, her new photo play The Vixen. which will be shown at the Auditorium Monday and Tuesday.
 Elsie Drummond (Theda Bara) has one idea in iife-to gain power To do this. she does not scruple about means. If she sees a way to conquest, she takes tt. irrespective of the obstacles in her way
 That Is why Elsie uses her first op- portunity to take Martin Stevens away from her sister, Helen. But casts him off. Then she meets Knowles Murray, another adnairer of hir sister and she captivates him. He marries her, and takes her to Paris with him.
 A few years later. Elsie and her husband and children return to Wash ington. Stevens is wealthy again, and trying to win Helen's hand But the girl does not love him, and she has been deluded so often. through her sisters plots, that she has no more faith in mem
 Elsie makes a final effort to bring Stevens back to her. Then he realiz- es what tricks she played on him be- fore, how she had forged letters and arranged meetings, and he wants to de- nounce her to her husband. But Helen knows that the revelation of this to Murray will mean the future, unhap- piueSs of his children,- and she pre- vails on Stevens to be silent.
 Elsie chastened for once. returns to her husband.
 With this big feature will be the SeIig Tribune Weekly which shows all of the very latest doing in the world The comedy for Monday and Tuesday will be Quest of the Golden Gate showing something unusual every min ute.
 At the. matinee and evening per- 6ormauce today, The Velvet Paw, Se- fig Weekly. and The Professional Pa >ient, comedy. will be shown.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-02-03
BLAaFD IT ON THD WAa.

The price upon hddIen. the price upon On ali sorts of riddles, on cakes and On oils and confections. on Polly and Lord bless and save usI The price has
 gone uDI
 tubs
 his tr0ubS; He sroans to hts patrons how bitter
 his cup aA Lord bless and save usl The price has
 gone upi The fisherman and baker-Ahi sud is
 their lot With the street corner faGoir are tied
 in a. knot. They curse at the ninlons of Kaiser
 gone up! X
Norwich bulletin., 1917-02-03
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Organ Recital Monday Evening.

Organ Recital. Monday Evening. Following Is the programme for the public organ recital to be held at Broadway Congregational church. on Monday evening, February 9th. under the auspices of the Norwich Music as- Toccata and Fus11s in D Minor Andantino (from And Suite) Roealnan Marche F'unebre ct Chant Sera-
 phioua Guilmant
 Frederick ", Lester Pro Pecoatis (from Stabat Ma ter) Rossini
 Charles D. Geer Legend (To a Deserted Farm Variations on an American Air The Angel Rubenstein Hearts FeeI That Love Thee
 (from Athalie) Mendelssohn
 Women's Chorus
 Charles D. Geer. conductor, Miss Louise Fuller. accompanist
 Concerto for Piano, in E Flat 1iSzt
 Frank l.. Farrell
 The next meeting of the Norwich Music association will be held in Slater annex, March 6.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-02-03

him financially, at the same time bringing wealth to her sweetheart is brought about in an unusual and striking manner.s
 Miss Ward has been surrounded by the Lasky company, with a cast of unusual excellence, including such weIl-known players as Jack Dean, Charles Clary, Paul Weigel and Jane Wolff. It is a Paramount picture.
 The production is lavish in its mag nif1cenee and the audience will be given an opportunity to glimpse SO ciety, art tableaux, which are now so popular in fashionable circles
Norwich bulletin., 1917-02-03
Large Charity Dance and Bridge.

A large charity event will be a bridge-whist and dance at the Norwich club house, for the benefit of the Will jam W. Backus hospital, which is to be given on Easter Monday. The class of eight young ladies who received in seruction in First Aid and Home Care of the Sick at the hospital are the com aittee in charge of the affair.
 The proceeds are to be used to go towards the fund for buying new and more powerful X-Ray machine for the hospital, with it's equipment. which was started by the Kings Daughters, who have already raised $100.
 The first part of the evening will be devoted to bridge, for which tables will be reserved and prizes will be awarded. Following this. there will be dancing for the rest of the evening.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-02-03
Extension School Nicotine.

iington Town hall Friday. Feb. 2, at 7-SO D. m., to make arrangements for the Extension school. Mfr. Irving. G. Davis, assistant state leader, will be present and take charge of the meet ing. NIT. Baker meets the Providence Cooperative Dairy Association and will be unable to attend this meeting. The public are invited to attend this meeting
Norwich bulletin., 1917-02-03
UsE ALLEN's FooT-EAsE

The antiseptic powder to be shaken into the. shoes and sprinkled Into the foot bath. If you want rest and com fort for tired, aching swollen. sweat Ing feet use Aliens Foot-Eaye. 1t re- lieves chitbiatns ana rrostpites and spots. Just the thing for dancing par Iaez. patent leather shoes, and for breaking in new shoes. Try If today. Sold everywhere. 25c. Don't accept any substitute For free tT1a1 package. ad- dress Allen S. OImsted. Le Roy " r.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-02-03
M.n,a RaIlx

Mems rally tomorrow (Sunday) at a.S0 in the Thayer building store, un- der '. M. c. A. auspices, will be ad- dressed by Rev. George H. Strouse, Strouse will have an interesting mes sage for the men and a goodly num- her Is expected Swaan's orchestra will furnish music. All man invited.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-02-03
The nineteen line Header" fin Thu

The nineteen line eeleader' fin Thurs days London Times on Thee Rom Concordat is probably. the shortest which has ever appeared in it's col unns. For that brevity which 10 the soul of wit, we are more accustomed to look to the London Star, which on the same day published an editorial efght lines It was headed Money Talks: but there was no other sug- gestion of garru1ity.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-02-03
w. c. T. U. Msetino.

". C. T. L. meeting Monday at 3 D. m. 35 Shetucket street. Room 6. Mrs Arthur Wyman will lead and an inter esting programme is promised. Make special effort to attend