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Norwich bulletin., 1917-03-12
COUNT VoN BERNsToRFF HAS
 ARRIVED AT cHRIsTTANiA
Spent Saturday in Sish- Seeing and
 and Meeting German Officials.

Cnr1sGanla, Norway. March II, via London, 5-5o D. m.-Count yon Bern Storn, former German amba assador to the United tates. on arriving here on board the steamship F'rederik VIII. told The Associated Press that he was ignorant of the political deveIopmcnts or the last four weeks and was not in position. therefore, to make any comment regarding them When the exam bassador learned of the disclos- ure of Germany's effort to make an al- hance with Mexico he expressed his surprise and added:
 Tt is news to me-
 The count was told of President Wilson's progress toward the arming Of merchantmen. but he made no com ment, although seeming eager to hear of the latest developments on both sides of the Atlantic.
 The count on his arrival received a large amount of mail which he per1Ised hurriedly If is not yet known when the ice conditions in the Cattegat will permit the Frederik VIII to sail for CopSenhagcn.
 When Count von Bernstorfr was told rail he said he preferred to remain on board the ship. as he and his many friends had a large amount of bag gage which would make a change in his plans difficult.
 Count von Bernstorf spent flturday in Christiania sightseeing and meet ing German officials. In the morning Michahellas, the German minister to Norway, and the attaches of the Ger man Nlegaticn. In the afternoon he went for a drive and in the evening he attended dinner given in his honor at the German legation.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-03-12
DON'T HAVE
 CRAY HAIR
It's Unnecessary-Q-Baa Dafksns
 It EvenIy-Eo Dye.

No matter how gray your hair, pre- maturely gray, faded, bleached, streak ed with gray, all you need to do is to shampoo your hair and scalp once a day with Q-Ban Hair Color Restorer. This is a very pleasant experience, and after a few applications you will be delighted to see all your gray hair gradually turn to an even beautiful dark shade, Q-Ban acts on roots. making hair and scalp healthy. restor- hair is naturally darkened and entire head of hair becomes soft, fluffy. long, thick and of such an even beautiful. soft, dark shade no one could tell druff and falling hair, leaving your hair fascinating and abundant. with out even 8 trace of gray showing. Sold on money-back guarantee. soc for a big bottle at Lee & Osgood's. Out-of-town folks supplied by mail
Norwich bulletin., 1917-03-12
eR1TtsH FORCES OCCUPIED
 pAoDAp EARLY SUNDAY
Announcsment Has Been Made by
 British Official Press Bureau.

London. March II. 7.5I D. m-Bag- dad. the chief Turkish city in Meso- pofamia and formerly the capital of the empire of the Caliphs, has been captured by the British forces An- nouncement of the equalization of the city was made this evening by the British official press bureau.
 The statement was issued on receipt or telegram from General Maude saying the British forces had occupied Bagdad early Sunday morning. No details of the capture of the city were patch.
 During the day the following ofH- cial report was received concerning the operations against Bagdad, carry ing them up to Saturday morning. when the Turks had been forced back so within three miles west and south
 Our forces engaged with the Turks on the Dfala line the night of tfn eighth succeeded. despite the bright moonlight, in effecting a surprise crossing Of the Diala and establishing strong post on the right bank there or Meantime. on the morning of the eighth, the Tigris having been bridg- ed at some distance downstream. a cTltisn detachment marched up to the right bank and found the enemy hold ing position about six miles soIff- west of BaSdad.
 The enemy was driven from this position to another position two miles n the rear During the night of the ninth passage of the DiaIa was forced and our troops advanced some four miles toward Bagdad
 During the ninth our forces on the right bank (Tigris) drove the enemy from his second position, bivouacIzing on the ground gained. This advan- tage, despite blinding dust storm and violent gale was pressed o6 inc morning of the tenth. the Turks being forced within three miles west and southwest of Badgad"
Norwich bulletin., 1917-03-12
FUNERAL.
Miss Ella Kinney.

The funeral services for Miss Ella Kinney. aged 56. of yoluntown who o1ist church in Voluntown Sunday af- ternoon. Rev John Thompson and Rev. J. B. Knowles off1ciated. There were present sister Mrs. Emma Cor nell and her son Irving Green and granddaughter, Inez Green of Fisk vile, Mir. and Mrs. H. Randall of Plainf1eld, and Miss Jennie Humes of Worcester. Several hymns were sung by the choir of the church. The bear CTS were John N Lewis, Austin Main. Charles Anderson and Courtland Bli- ven. Burial was in the Robbins ceme- tery.
 Surprise Party for Harold E. Spieer.
 A party of sixty young folks. after their way across blanks laid across the flooded gutters. sidewalk and yard, landed safely at the home of Harold E. Spicer Thursday evening. They surprised the young host who cordial iy invited them in for an enjoyable evening. Games of various kinds were played, everyone ent ering into the fun with a happy spirit. Several initia- tions, all expressing wishes to join the order, caused much merriment as did the acrobatic stunts by local athletes In behalf of the company Mir Spicer was presented a two dollar and a half gold piece for which he thanked the visitors with hearty appreciation. The two ldISS TOOIIlS were Inen IIlduc TSstQy for dancing, and excellent music by members of the party. Sandwiches, cake and coffee were then served, after which dancing was continued Out of town guests were from Norwich, Lisbon and Pachaug.
 Short Paragraphs.
 Mrs. H. D. Pollard of WilIimantic spent the weekend with her sister Mrs. Eli Lague and her parents, Mr. and Mrs. J. T. Wilbur.
 Dr. and Mrs. J. H. McLaughlin en- tertained Dr.. and Mrs. D. J. Shahan of Norwich and Charles Mclaughlin of New Haven over Sunday
 Miss Ellen Babcock of Providence is a guest at her daughters. Mrs. E. E. Gilbert's.
 Mrs. Charles E. Spicer was in charge of the reading room at Slater library Sunday afternoon. Forty five used the tables.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-03-12
THE ACCEPTABLE TIME.
Immediate Repentanee Urged by F. L. Abbott-Danser of DeIay-christ's Second Coming.

tsDid you know that there would come a time when Willimantic would lie in waste Some day your mansions here in Willimantic and in all the to the ground" This was one of the startling statements made by F. l.. Abbott at the Y. NJ c. A. hall Sunday evening. His subject was The Millen- niun1.
 When Jesus returns to this earth in the clouds of heaven, he said there will be g. great earthquake, which will destroy every city in the world, nei- ton, bird, or human inhabitant on the face of the earth. In support of this statement the speaker read Jeremiah 4:23 "I beheld the earth, and To, it was without form and void; and the heavens, and they had no light. I be- held the mountains, and To, they trem- bled, and all the hills moved lightly. I beheld, and To, there was no man, aed fied.- al the 0'ros or the heavens were
 Continuing he said, The doctrines of a second chance for salvation is without foundation in the Bible. Rev 1000 years. bounded by two resurrec- tions. The first resurrection Is that of the righteous. at the beginning of this period. the other at the close, which is the resurrection of the wick ed:
 Between the two resurrections, dur ing this thousand years, Satan and his host of evil angels will be detained up on the earth. I can imagine him go- ing to and from the ruins of the cit ies of earth viewing the ruin and de- struction of which he is the cause.
 ''The bottomless pit mentioned in Rev. 20 is the earth in a chaotic con- dition, the place where Satan, cast out by the decree of God and bound by chain of circumstances abides during this thousand years. The righteous are all in heaven, where, with Jesus at their head they will judge the wick ed dead and the wicked angels.
 At the close of the millennial reign Christ and his people will return to this earth as is taught in Rev. 20 and 21. The heavenly Jerusa1em, with its mansions, gates of pearl, and golden streets will descend upon the spot
Norwich bulletin., 1917-03-12
A Free Prescription You Can Have
 Filled and Use at Home

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 Victims of eye strain and other eye weaknesses and those who wear glasses. will be glad to know thnt according to Dr. Lewis there is real hope and help for them. Many whose eyes were failing say they have had their eyes restored by this remarkable prescription and many who once wore glasses say they have thrown them away. One man says, after using it: T was almost blind. Could not see to read at all. Now I can read every thing without my glasses, and my eyes do not hurt any more. At night they would pain dreadfully. Now they feel fine all the time. It was like a miracle to me-" A lady who used it says: "The atmos-l phere seemed hazy with or without glasses, but after using this prescription for fifteen days everything seems clear can read even fine print without glasses" Another who used it says: "I was bothered with eye strain caused by overworked, tired eyes, which induced fierce headaches. I have worn glasses for several years, both for distance and work. and without them could not read my own name on an envelope or the type wr1ting on the machine before me. I can do both now and have discarded my long distance glasses altogether. can count the huttering leaves on the trees across the street now, which for several years have looked like q dim green blur 70 me cannot express my joy at what it has done for me-
 It is believed that thousands who wear glasses can now discard them in reason
Norwich bulletin., 1917-03-12

where Jerusalem now stands. The wicked will be called from their graves, and with the Devil at their head will lay siege against tho city of God. They will not take #. tor sume them This same fire will puri- fy the earth. destroying every trace of sin. Then the scripture wiA be full filled which says. Nevertheless we, ac- cording to his promise, look for new heavens and a new earth, wherein dwe1leth righteousness.' 2 Pet. 2: :i3.
 In closing MT. Abbott cautioned his promation ;ulls men to sleep in car nal security at the very time when eternal issues are at stake in their ex- periences.. The scripture says. Now is the accepted time: now is the day of salvation"
 Tuesday evening the subject of the lecture will be. How Were People Saved Before Christ?
Norwich bulletin., 1917-03-12
OBITUARY.
Elliot P. Skinner.

The death of Elliot P. Skinner oc- cured at his home in Andover Sunday Skinner was born in Vernon in 1881. the son of zinas B. and Annie Palmer Skinner. After his marriage in 1863 he moved to Andover. where he has re- sided for some time. In his early life the deceased was a<teacher and at one time was principal of a school in Railway, N. J. He was forced to retire from active life by i'll health. MT. Skinner was twice representative to the legislature from Andover. in 1882 and 1884 He was a delegate to the constitutional convention in 1892. He was well known and highly respected in his home town. He is survived by nephews and nieces.
 George M. Chamberlain.
 George M Chamberlain died at his home in North Windham Sunday af- ternoon. He was born in Mansfield s6 years ago. the son of Alpheus and Mary Brown Chamberlain. The de- ceased was a stone mason by trade and a veteran of the Civil war, hav- ing served in the Eighth Connecticut regiment in Company E.. He is sur- vived by five children, three daughters, Mrs William Sisson of Windham, Mrs. Roy Atwood of Keen, N. H., and Mrs. Willard Standish of South Wind ham, two sons, Charles and George of South Windham, one brother, James, of this city. 1S grandchildren ana IS great aL-SrandCn1ldren.
 Edward E. Packer.
 The death of Edward E. Packer oc- cured at his home at 21 Jofnstone avenue late Friday night after a short illness with pneumonia. MT. Packer was born in Lexington, H., in 1859, the son of John and Mary Jacobs Packer. When a young boy he moved to Mansfield with his parents going to school in this place where he after wards taught for a number of years. For the past twelve years he has been a resident of this city, being employed for a number of years by the Amer ican Thread company. He is survived by his widow, Ella Hooker Packer, three daughters, Miss Rachael Packer of Hartford, Miss Helen Packer and Mrs NJ. B. Fryer of this city. son. Arthur of this city. a sister, Mrs. J. H. Jackson @of Flanders, and two
Norwich bulletin., 1917-03-12

The work on the new addition at the Cranslxa mill plant is nearly com pleted. The carpenter and painting work will require but a few days more. Machinery for the addition ar rived recently and is being taken from the cars to the mill. Men are ex- pected to come in a short time and take charge of the matter of setting the mill adds greatly to the Main street appearance and will also bene- fit the town by bringing more fami- lies here.
 To Address Missionary Society.
 The Women's Missionary society is to meet at the home of Miss Evelyn CranSka, Wednesday afternoon at 2 90 o'clock. Mrs. J. D. Rough, state liter ature secretary, will speak at this meetin. Mrs. Brock, missionary from India is also expected to speak.
 Every Member Canvass.
 The every member canvass of the Baptist church and constituency was member canvass of the Methodist church, which was to be taken last Sunday, also, was postponed to next Sunday, March 18th.
 May Have Baseball, Team.
 It is now thought that z,lainield squad this year. For the past few years this line of athletic sport has not been taken up by the school. Many of the students last year played in the different town teams and proved themselves good players. There is now fine chance for P H. S. to schedule games with about the same schools as they met this year on the basketball floor. There will be no games scheduled before the first two or three work outs. these to take place on the carpet grounds. Moosup. as soon as the weather permits.
 Planning Dance.
 The Bachelor Boys are making ar engagements to run a St. Patrick's dance. Music will be furnished by the Ideal Singing orchestra.
 MT. Bois and MT. Buchanan of the Western Electric Co. have returned to complete their work on the new ex- change.
 Local basketball fans went to Dan- 1elson Saturday evening and attended the game between Killingiy H. S. and the fast South Manchester team.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-03-12
SHORTAGE OF BREAD IN
 RUSSIA CAUSING ANXIETY
Working People Have Made a Peace
 able Protest Against the Situation.

Petrograd, via London, March II, II p. m.-In order to relieve the tenn porary shortage of bread, due to diff faculties in transportation, bill has been proposed in the Duma which would vest in the municipal autheri- ties and town councils the authority regarding provisioning which now rests with the ministry of agriculture
 The difficulty experienced in buying bread freely. coupled with the fear of permanent shortage, prompted work ing people to leave their places of eTn- ployment and gather in various parts of the city in peaceahle protest against the situation In 2etrograd these gatherings have been confined to spo- radio street demonstrations which were easily handled by the police and military authorities. There has been no serious clash here, and detachments of mounted troops which are patroll- ing the streets have only found it nec- essary to keep the crowds moving.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-03-12
CONFESSED THE MURDER
 OF HIS MoTHER
Michael Henniean, of Boston, Sur
 rendered to the Police.


 Boston, March 11.-AIichael Henni- gan, Iaborer. surrendered yesterday and confessed the police said. to the murder of his mother. Mrs. Mary Hen nigan, whose almost lifeless body was found later at their home in the RoX- bury district. The woman was in bed, with her head crushed and nu- mercus bruises about the body. She died while being removed to a hos pital.
 Hennigan first told of the crime in a saloon and afterwards repeated the statement to 9 policeman, who held him while officers were sent to tha house to make an investigation. The police climbed through window and found Mrs. Hennigans who was T6 years old, covered with blood. They were unable to determine if she was dead, Neighbors said there had been quarrel in the house during the night and that they were awakened early by woman's screams.
 Hennigan was held without bail on a charge of murder. He made no statement as to the reason of the at tack.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-03-12

Waterbury-Only the American flag is to be displayed in the mammoth parade to be held previous to the al- lied bazaar for war relief in Buck ingham hall in April. The parade will include representatives of the eight nations warning against Germany at the present time: France, Belgium, Montenegro, Italy, Great Britain. Serbia, Rumania and Russia. There are already 30 societies representing these nationalities connected with the plans for the bazaar.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-03-12
POLITICAL CIRCLES IN BUDAPEST
 ARE GREATLY SURPRISED
At the sudden Departure of Emperor
 Charles and Empress Zita.

Amsterdam, via London, March II. A despatch from Vienna to the Frankfurter Zeitung says that politi- cal circles in Budapest are greatly surprised at the sudden departure of Emperor Charles and Empress Zita from the capital, as they had arranged to stop two days in Budapest before proceeding on a visit to South Hun gary. The emperor told high onicisls that important political events com pelled him to interrupt his journey and return to Vienna.
 It is reported that the resignation of Premiar Tisza and the formation Of coalition cabinet is probable. Count Johann 'Zichy, former minister at court, and Dr. Alexander Wekerle, for mer premier, are mentioned for sue cession to the premiership.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-03-12
All! HOW "TIz' HELPS
 TIRED, ACHING FEET
INSTANT RELIEF FOR SORE, SWOLLEN, TENDER, cALLoUS-
 ED FEET AND coRNS.

You're footsicki Your feet feel tired, puffed up, chafed, aching, sweaty, and they need 'Tiz."
 'sTfz" makes feet remarkably fresh and sore-proof. 'sTiz" takes the pain and burn right out of corns. ca.llouses and bunions. ''Tiz" is the grandest foot-gladdener the world has ever known.
 Get a 25-cent box of "Tiz" at any drug store and end foot torture for a whole year. Never have tired, aching, Sweaty, smelly feet: your shoes will fit fine and you'll only wish you had tried "Tfz" sooner. Accept no substitute.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-03-12
NATHAN HALE COMPANY
South Coventry to Form n Home
 Guard-Meetinq This Evening.

Representatives w. l.. Higgins and A. l.. Kingsbury of South Coventry have been busy in regard to forming a home guard for the town and for this purpose have called meeting in the town hall, South Coventry, for this evening. Saturday morning aSpetition was circulated throughout the village and 1t received the signatures of many favor of doing something for their country at this time. Representative Frank P. Fenton of this city has agreed to be one of the speakers at the meeting, which the ladies as we'll as the men of the village, have been urged to attend. If the company is formed it will be known as the Nathan Hale Company of the Home Guard.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-03-12
Brief Mention.

Mir. and Mrs. C. R. Utley of Wind ham road have as their guest Mrs. c. w. Cole of Long Island.
 MT and Mrs. J. F. Bath of Church street are entertaining Robert Posh of Canada for a few days.
 Mrs. Fred Tracy of Bridgeport is visiting MT. and Mrs. G. F. Taylor at their home on Church street.
 The March meeting of the United Charities Association is to be held in their rooms on Valley street this ev- ening.
 Frank Hart, who has been teaching in the commercial department of the Derby High school, is at his home on Windham road.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-03-12
PocARo BOUND OVER
Under Bond of $2,ooo-charaed With
 Mansiaug hter.

The case of Samuel Pocaro. charged with manslaughter, came up before Judge Frank H. FoSs at Saturday mornings session ot the police court. The accused was bound over to the superior court under a bond of $2,000.
 Pocaro was before the court for a hearing last Tuesday morning but as his counsel was out of town the case was continued until Saturday morn ing. The court overruled the demur- Ter entered by Attorney Harvey. coun- sel for the defendant. Mrs. Pocaro
Norwich bulletin., 1917-03-12
EAST COLCHESTER

c. A. Kramer. who was the VOL unteer census taker for military duties in this district, has finished his re- port.
 Travelling is hard because of the ice crust Local residents are find ing use for their sleighs which thus far have been stored away.
 Grip and colds are prevalent.
 The school in District Ten was closed for a few days last week due to the illness of the teacher. Cabine Mccall.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-03-12


 Mrs. A. D. Chapman. Mrs. T. B Keen. Mrs. A. B. Prior, Mrs. George Sparks, Mrs. Esther Fitch and Dr. and Mrs. J. B. Sweet attended the funeral services of Mrs. Augusta Learned at her home in Lisbon, Sunday afternoon.
 Dorcas Circle of The Kings Daugh- ters meets at Mrs. Frank I. Rays on Tuesday evening.
 Red cress Meeting.
 There is lively interest in the pub lie meeting to be held this evening at the town hall to further in this place the organization of a branch of the American Red Cross Society.
 Flock of Robins at Glasao.
 J. T. Wilbur reports seeing flock of twenty-four robins near his home in Glasgo. It has been proven that robins often winter in the thick cedar swamp. But as a rule they migrate. The "honored" lark. otherwise known as the horned lark. has not reached Glasgo yet, probably because he is peeved at the typographical error fn a recent news item.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-03-12
WILL. .IM-ANTIC

furnished the bond for her husband
 Patrick Looney. James Friery and Timothy Sullivan were before the court on the charge of intoxication to which all pleaded guilty. Looney was allowed his freedom under 8 proba- ton sentence and payment of the costs of the court. A sentence of thirty Sullivan.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-03-12
paniah steamar sunk.

London, March Il, HOS D. m.-+A despatch to the Central News from Copenhagen says the captain of the Danish steamer Ros1borg has teIe- graphed the owners of the vessel that it has been sunk. Six of the crew were killed. The remainder were res cued and landed in Norway
Norwich bulletin., 1917-03-12
Februarv a HeaIthy Month.

February was the healthiest month the city of Willimantic has experi- enced in its history, according to the records on file. The report of the health officer showed that only two contagious diseases had been reported to him during the month and these were infantile paralysis and tubercu- lOSiS.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-03-12

The Road school has received from Secretary c. D. Hine of Hartford of the state board of education. the loan of a travelling Audubon library and two wall bird charts in colors with accompanying booklets
 The pupils in one day last week sold postcards enough to purchase a new United States school flag for the flag pole.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-03-12
What Ia Going On Tonight.

Violet Rebekahs, Main street. Court Fabre, No. s495. Independent Order of Foresters, Main street Natchaug Lodge. No. 22. K of F., Main street.
 Francis s. Long Post. No. 80. c. A. R.. town building.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-03-12
Final Account in Mullen Co. Bank
 ruptcy.

A meeting was held in the office of Referee Andrew J. Bowen Saturday afternoon in regard to the bankrupt estate of M. E. Mullen and company. Addison J. GreensIit. trustee of the es- tate, gave his final account of the es- tate Referee Bowen accepted the ac- counts of the trustee.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-03-12
L. T..G. Nicotine.

There was a good attendance at the meeting of the L. T. l.. held& in the rooms of the w. c. T. U. Sunday af- ternoon at o'clock.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-03-12
Manv Attend pance. i.

Many attended the dance given in Guilford Smith hall in South Windham Friday night. Many attended the af- fair from Norwich.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-03-12

Vacuum cleaners have been design ed especially for cleansing school