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Norwich bulletin., 1917-09-20

by spending his time in college while his classmates may be in the trench es. We would not for a moment seek to dissuade young man from volun- teering and offering his services whP is moved to do so, but young men below the age of the seleotive draft who do not enter the service at once, may be considered as slackers if they are not preparing themselves for more efficient service later on. This war, more than any other. is being fought by men trained in the various fields of science. The young men who go to college at this time are Hitting them selves for leadership and for more efficient service 6ater in the. war or for the more trying time of reconstruction at it's close. Today. the young men In college who are securing a training in the line of Engineering, Medicine or Agriculture. have as truly entered the service as those who have enlisted and are serving an apprenticeship in the military training camps pr avia'
 At present the demand for men trained in agriculture and for women trained in home economies is unpre- cedented and as the war calls more and more heavily upon the resources with this training will be magnifed many times. The harm bureaus, thS
 state and federal departments, the high schools and other secondary SCHOOLS are aSklng TOT more ana more leaders in agriculture and home econ omics. Bread sands next to bullets in warfare and somehow or other we must find and train the men and wa- men to provide the bread just as we provide men and women to make bul- lets.
 The, country needs leaders. Four years from now it will need them more than ever before. A young man or woman who begins now to train for leadership is doing an act of aer- vice which the country will and does appreciate.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-09-20
WILLIMANTIC

after giving a few directions, telling them to stand up and when their name was called. to answer present and then sit down.
 E Three Fail to Report.
 Several of the men had reported previously in the day., three could be accounted for as they said that they were going to report at Moosup and the following were absent:
 Felix Zajaczkowski. .Willimantil.
 James Casey, Willimantic.
 Giuseppe Nardi, Chaplin.
 At the office. it was said that Za- jaczkowski had reported about two times each day for the last week: say, that he would kill the kaiser.
 Ovilla Chalifoux was absent but he is in St. Joseph's hospital as the re- suit Of an automobile accident at
 Charles F. Sweet of this city will take his place as he is first alternate. He said that he wanted to go any way.
 Theopile Houle of this city was at the headquarters after the roll call and asked that he might be sent It is not probable that he will go, as all of the alternates will fill up the va cancies, as there are only four places to fill. and the principals may report at a later date.
 Those who fall to report by the time that the train leaves will be classed as deserters,
 Orders for Today.
 The men were dismissed at 5.15 af- ter it had been found that six of the men could not return to their homes that night and had op place to go. The men will not have to report again until g o'clock this (ThursdaO morn ing at the station. As soon as they arrive, they must report and then they can remain at any place they desire to, near the station. until the train leaves. The tickets and papers will be given at the station. James P. Cochrane will command the men and he will have three squad commanders. Elof N. Selin- of Pomfret was appoint ed first sergeant by Captain Fenton, to aid MT. Cichrane.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-09-20
AFTER FIVE YEARS
Norwich Testimony Remains Un- shaken.

Time is the best test of truth Here is a Norwich story that has stood the test of time It is story with a\point which will come straight home to many of us.
 Mrs. John Wozniak, 23 Elm St., says: q suffered for three or four years from my kidneys and didn't find anything that would give me reiieA until I be- gan using Doan's Kidney Pills. I got Doan's from Sevin & Sons Drug Store. The first box removed the heavy, dull pain that had settled in my back and when had finished the second box, felt like a different woman. My lkid- neys again acted regularly and all symptoms of kidney disorder left me-" (Statement given July 22, 1911.)
 On May IT, 1916, Mrs. Wozniak said: 'T still have great faith in Doan's Kid ney Pills and am glad to recommend such a good medicine again. I have used them off and on whenever my back has felt bad and I always have had prompt relief"
 Price soc, at all dealers. Don't sim-, ply ask for . kidney remedy-ge& Doan's Kidney Pills-the same that Mrs. -swosniak has twice puhiiciy rec commended: Foster -Milburn Co, Mfgrs., H-.ffalo. N. Y.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-09-20
q snpisaepel Msetesy. q

the lestar npisaepai x,etesy. ded
 Rev. Mr. nennen of St. Jcseph's church: had just Feturned from Mer- iden when I was told that was to make a speech at this meeting. You sylI1 probably not have to do any fighting but if you are called on am sure that you will not bo found lack ing, in fact you will were on the other side, too impulsive. We are all be- hind you. Do your part and say in parting, Conduct yourselves as Chris tian gentlemen.
 Captain Fenton: know that you do not want to hear from me as you have seen many paBers with my name sign ed to them and you have seen enough of me- I wish to say few words, You will be part of a distinct part of the service and you will like it.. This country is fighting for democracy and already hae one-half million men on French soil. You will like the ser- vice and 1t will be good for you. Don't forget to report at the railroad depot at g o'clock. The men who are to be boarded by the government will sleep at the Johnson House
 Mayor Dunn then thanked the Red Cross for their work in behalf of the men and the xfitizens of WillimAntic. The men thd rose while The Star Spangled7 Banner was played. Then the drafted men marched before the invited guests and shook hands with
Norwich bulletin., 1917-09-20
WAR LIBRARY COMMITTEE. Twelve Members Will Each Appoint
 Sub Committee of Ten.

The following have been appointed a committee to have charge of solicit ing subscriptions for the National War Library fund: Postmaster Alexander Gilman, George F. Shaw, Alderman J. J. Dupre. WhitmAn Danielson. Rev. A. E. Stone, Newton Ballard. Mrs. Wm. F, Rafferty, Mrs. J. R: Kent, Mrs. Mary E. Medbury. Miss Ellen Whee1ock, Miss Catherine Byrne, Mrs. J. R. Car penterF Each member of this conn., mittee will choose subcommittee of ten. making 120 in all, who will can vass the city for funds. Putnam's quota is s400. Daniel B. Byrne. treas urer of the Putnam Savings bank, will act as treasurer.
 City Decorated in Drafted Men's Honor
 Putnam is decorated with bunting and flags and everything is ready for the biggest patriotic demonstration ever here, when the men drafted for the national army leave for Camp Devens, Aver. Mass, this afternoon.
 Trade School Night Glasses.
 The night classes at the Putnam state trade shop will begin October 1. The trade schools of the state have been asked to run as many hours as possible as young men with special manual training are in great demand at this time.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-09-20
CLAIMS OF 24 DENIED
 IN APPEALED CASES
List Received "Wednesday by Local Board From Hartford. After . Long Delay.

At last. word has been received ftom the district board at Hartford rela- tive to the appealed cases. Many of the cases have been before the Hart list Of 24 whose claim for exemption was denied was received at the local headquarters. Wednesday morning. Two of these, Charles Began and on the grounds of dependents. The list is as follows:
 Arthur A. Love. Moosup.
 Joseph Hurteau, WiIlimantic.
 Roy Howard, WilIimantic.
 Samuel Gallznt, Willimantic.
 Richard Legraw, Abington.
 Harry D. Bozonesse. Moosup.
 Adona E.. Dupuis. Moosup.
 Milton Milton nnd ": Lincoln, us,I,nian,,t Willimantic
 Charles T. Began, wfliimantic.
 Charles F. Mitchell. Central Village. Arthur W. Swanson, Wfliimantic. Frank Marschat, Willimantic.
 Henry !. Allard. Moosup.
 Ernest L. DeForge, Moosup. . Frederick K Man1ey, Willimantic. Joseph Gervais, Wauregan.
 MarsaIisi Luciano, WiIlimantic.
 Homer M. Harrington, Wfllimantic. John F. Taylor, Pomfret.
 Julius Nowosislski, Willimantic. George W. Davies. Sterling.
 First Roll Gall.
 The first roll call of the men who are to leave this city this (Thursday) morning was held at the town hall on Wednesday at 1 o'clock as arranged; cnly three were absent whose where abouts was not known or who have not reported yet. While waiting for the appointed hour to arrive, the men 1oitered on the stairs and about the wall of the town hall and on surrounding prop erty. About~two minutes of four. the
 s~~x h. I-1r k-~ seats on the east side. Captain F. P Fenton started calling the roll at 4o2,
Norwich bulletin., 1917-09-20
PIMPLES

, Why so many young men and espec- iaIiy otherwise beautiful women allow their faces to be disfgured with un- Sightly pmples is beyond me, says
 Every druggist in America who cares to speak freely will tell you thap one 25c' box of Peterson's Oint- ment is guaranteed to banish every pimple or other skin eruption or money back-and 1t won't take more than 10 days to do 1t.
 son's Ointment in skin diseases. Eczema&i & Salt Rheum. Sore Nipples, Old Sores, Ulcers. VaricOse Ulcers, blind, bleeding and itching piles, is almost beyond belief and this small price puts 1t within reach of all.
 pr. ". Burg of Erie. Pa. writes: ''I had suffered with Eczema of the left ear a scalp for over 25- years. but a small box of Peterson,s Ointment has are authorizad to guarantee it
Norwich bulletin., 1917-09-20
FRANco-AMERIcAN DELEGATES
 ELECT EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE
Closing Exercises of Convention Held Wednssday-Nsxt ata<e Meeting in New Haven.

The final sessions of the convention of the Franco American Societies, held in this city Tuesday and Wed- nesday, were held Wednesday. The mofhing session commenced at 9.45, following solemn high requiem mass at St. Mary's church for deceased commenoed at 1.45.
 Both sessions sveres we'll attended and most of the time was spent ,h discussing the resolutions and the constitution drawn up by special committee this summer. This constf- tuition was adopted.
 Raising votes of thanks were given to the people of this city for their kindness and hospitality to the French delegates and to Rev. Father PapiHon for the privilege of using St. Mary's hall.
 The following were elected members of the executive committee for next year: Chaplain, Rev. c. H.s Paquette of New Haven; president. Dr. A. O. Baribeau1t, New Haven; first vice president Emile Ledoux. Hartford; second vice president, Eugene Cartier, New Haven; secretary, F. G, Loiselie, Waterbury: assistant secretary, Jules Brouillet, Waterbury; treasurer, Jo- seph Blouin, New Britain: auditors. A. Gagnon, Hartford, and Francis Couture of Bristol.
 The next convention will be held in New Haven at date which will be fixed by the executive committee.
 The convention adjourned at 5 o'1 clock.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-09-20
FINAL PAPERS GRANTED Seven Men and One Woman Qualify be Rejected Under Alien Law.

A session of the superior court was held at the town hall in the superior court room Wednesday morning for the purpose of naturalizing several men and one woman. Those who were granted final papers were; Elizabeth Apt, North Windham; Ebbert A. Case, Adelard Lord, John TrDTerbacher. John Brania, Paul Chartier and Harry Schinman of this city.
 Phillip Bachert. a German citizen, passed the required tests but the law prevents him becoming 8 citizen dur rng the war. Adolph Obernesser's claim was denied as he could not fur nish proof of his residence in- this city five years. Elmer B. Lewis and Lewis Brettschneider lad their cases con tinued for further study. The cases of John Grimshaw and Alphonse Ro- cheleau were adjourned until the next
Norwich bulletin., 1917-09-20

vs. Michael Gelinski. Mead Lillian Henries vs. Lester Henries. Elinor M. Babbitt ys. Richard NJ Babbitt. Trial list. To court: Everett P. Chappell Ys. Joseph Noheimer. James J. Meehan, ct al. vs c. Eugene Will cox. Philip Zaltas vs. Phillias Cloutier.. R. H. Bradley, ct al. vs. John A. Hart. Hillhouse & Taylor vs. A. F: Howard.
 To jury: P. H. Mccarthy, ct al. vs. Appeal from Probate.
 To court: Special for Tuesday Sep tember 26th: Fayette L. Wright vs. George M. Cameron.
 To jury. first Wednesday, September 26th: Agnes Danielson vs. Adelbert Peckham,
Norwich bulletin., 1917-09-20
STONINGTON
Send off Arranged for This Morning Funeral of Fred L. Avery-Foot- ball Games.

, Warden Crandall has arranged a big send-off for tKis morning when the Stonington contingent for the national army, under the first draft entrains for Aver. Mass. There will be a big parade and a general suspension of business until 8.30, Or until after the xoidier boys are well on their way for induction into camp and military life.
 A bunch of rallies for no-license are scheduled for Stonington borough and Pawcatuck this week. -
 Fred L., Avery's Funeral. Rev. Dwight c. Stone ofieiated at the funeral of Fred l.. Avery, the freight conductor, who was killed by his head coming in contact with a bridge. There was large attendance at the funeral and there were num- Der of floral tributes. including a pill low from the Ancient Order United Workmen. Burial was in Stonington cemetery.
 The Stonington High school foot balf- team will play the first game of the season with team from the New London Vocational school, next Sat- urday. Saturday of next week a game is scheduled with the Norwich Free Academy team.
 pr. James H. Weeks and Thomas Wilkinson are in New Haven attend ing a session of the grand council of Connecticut, Royal Arcanum.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-09-20


 Plans and arrangements are com- plete for the campaign for new mem befs and funds that is to be carried on at Woodstock Fair by the Putnam Red Cross under the direction of the chairman of the membership commit tee, Mrs. Ida Kennedy. Having decid- ed to accept the offer of the Fair asso- citation which will permit them to have tent erected on the grounds during the fair, every effort Is being put forth to make the exhibit, which 1t will con- tain, both instructive as well as in- teresting.
 Of particular interest will be an ex- hibit from the surgical dressings work room of the Pomfret auxiliary. Mem hers of the auxiliary will be present to explain the manner in which the surgical dressings are made. and to answer any question that visitors may care to ask. From Putnam there will be on exhibition q complete outfit such soldier in hospital On display will be sheets, pollowcases, paJamas, knit ted garments, socks. and many other articles that the Red Cross is active ly engaged in making,
 Miss Abbie Keith, secretary of the local chapter, has received large supply >of attractive Red Cross post prs which will be used in decorating ceived from headquarters literature re- lating to the work and orga ganization of the Red Cross and this will be dis tributed. Those who wish to become members of the Red Cross may make their application on the fair grounds, and it Is expected that the member ship of the organization in Putnam and vicinity, which already is nearly at the 1.500 mark, will receive de- cided boost.
 Tennis Tournament at Fl. s.
 A tennis tournament is being plan ned at Putnam High School for this fall. Although the courts at pres ent are in bad shape and need consid- erable repairing, the pupils at the school have volunteered their services in sufficient numbers. to make 1t as- sured that the courts will be ready for play in a few weeks. The details of the tournaments have not been an- nounced, but it is believed that there will he matches for both boys and girls.
 Out Door Rally.
 The second out door temperance rally of the no-license campaign being held in Putnam this fall was held Wednes- day evening on the square in front of the Congregational church. The speak CT at the meeting was Rev. Walter Lanphere of Hartford,
Norwich bulletin., 1917-09-20
LOOK FOR~ SMALLER ATTENDANCE AT STORRs
A Large Number of Students Have Joined the CoIors.

We must look for considerable falling off in college attendance this fail," said Charles L. Beach, Presi- dent of the Connecticut Agricultural College. "This Is due 70 the fact that large number of students, many even below the age of the selective draft, have joined the colors or have entered other lines of military serv- ice. There is no doubt & feeling on the part of students that young man is shirking his duty these days
Norwich bulletin., 1917-09-20
SUPERIOR COURT. Short Calendar and Assignment oa Cases at Putnam Friday.

At the Windham County Superior court there will be short calendar and assignment of cases at Putnam, Fri cay, September 21, at 10.30' a. m. Hon. Joel Fl. Reed, judge.
 The short calendar list: Frank A. Spaulding vs. Allen J. Mcdonald John Johanson vs. Benjamin Douglas. Hugh Rice vs. the Town of Pomfret. Leon Davis ys. Hattie M. Davis.
 Uncontested divorccs: Everett l.. Kies vs. Lucy H. Kies. Mary Gelinski
Norwich bulletin., 1917-09-20
Entertained Preaident af State Asaen : la

>. A regular meeting of Violet Rebe-
 kah Lodge, No. 57. I. O. O. F., was held
 at Odd Fellows hall. Tuesday even- ing. This is the 66th anniversary of the order and Mrs. Minnie E.. Ray mond of Winsted, the president of the state assembly. was present, and ad- dressed the lodge. During the meet ing, at which Noble Grand Mrs. Charles H. Beebe, presided, 2 class of two candidates were initiated. After the meeting sandwiches, coffee, cake and ice cream were served and a so- cial evening was enjoyed.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-09-20
Hsvina Their Last Loaf.

. A stranger. would be liable to won der over the number of we'll dressed young men loafing around the city, for the last few days. The men are those who are to leave today (Thurs- day1 and they are seeing the town for the last time for a while, probably The reason for wearing their best clothes is that when they once don the uniform. they will have no use for civilians clothes,
Norwich bulletin., 1917-09-20
FUNERAL
Alice Wood.

Funeral services for Alice Wood Martin were held at Fenns mortuary chapel Wednesday afternoon at 1 o. clock, Rev. Arthur Carpenter of the in the Lebanon cemetery, where a committal service was read by Rev. B.. H. Clark. of the Lebanon Baptist church.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-09-20

New Haven-Invitation have been issued for the wedding of Miss Gladys Merwin Blakeslee, daughter of Mir. and Mrs. Theodore Robert IslakeBlee, and Lieutenant Milton Crawford Ma pes. on Wednesday evening, October 3, at the home of the bride in Norton street.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-09-20
OBI TuARY.
Mrs. Jedediah Lanphear.

The death of Mrs. Nancy F. Lam pkear occurred at her home at South suit of several shocks suffered a short time ago. She was married twice. her second husband, Jedediah Lanphear, dying in 1892.
 She is survived by "a sister, three daughters, four sons, two step-daugh- ters and one step-son.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-09-20
Rev. Father Dannon Married Five
 Counles.

There were fifteen marriages in the town of Windham during August. Rev. T. F. Bannon proved the most popu- lar knot-tyer while Rev. Walter Ror- chert was second. the first with five marriages.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-09-20

0reenwich-The Fairfield County Committee of the Fatherless Children benefit of that organization ars4 the Soy Scouts. A maAque. The Spirit of the Woods,- will be pressnted on the grounds at the home of B. W. Pack A.1-
Norwich bulletin., 1917-09-20
NO VOTE ON LICENSE
 IN MERtDEN THIS YEAR
Decision of 6eleetmsn-Petition
 Are to Contest the Decision.

Meriden. Conn. Sept. 1s-The board of selectmen~ today announced that they would hot call for a vote on license fhis year nr nosritnstand,nG sao hnd been presented asking for such 8 vote. To ensure vote being taken 7s2 names are necessary. The board states that after q careful examina- tion the number of names which have had to be eliminated from the list for failure to comply with the re- quirements reduces the total to less than 732.
 The petitioners have engaged coun- sel it Is said and intend to fight the question out. l
Norwich bulletin., 1917-09-20
DanieIson Close Second.

The case of H. Deacon & Son of Danfelson who filed a claim of bank ruptcy was closed Wednesday by Ref cree Bowen. A dividend of 23 1-2 per cent. will be given.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-09-20
News From France.

William B. Hewlett has written home to his mother from Somewhere in France" He says that he was a member of the party which went to France with Pershing.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-09-20
Brief Mention.

Miss Elizabeth Flynn is visiting her aunt, Mrs. Howard West of Rockville.
 T. Frank Cunningham has returned from a short visit in Boston.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-09-20
PUTNAM

Local Red cross to Have Exhibit at Woodstock Fair-Out- Door Temper ancs RalIy-War Library Committee of Twelve Nffned -- City Ready to Honor Selected Men.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-09-20

Fseaeton Of the court which will be held at Putnam today.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-09-20
Prizs Drill for Home Guard Announce ed-FarewsIi oiftl for Merrill Jae- ques---Seiectsd Men. to Leave at 10 d.. m-Send. Of for Henry Woisard Only a to be Made Applteatiena.

Mir and Mrs. David A. Writer ars entertaining MT. Witter's sister, Miss Ruth Witter of Woodbury.
 pennison F. Jordan, for more thar half a century. a resident of Daniel. son, will go to East Putnam to spenG the winter with his daughter, Mrs Ernest Terry.
Montgomery County sentinel. [volume] (Rockville, Md.) 1855-1974, 1917-08-24

Joseph Devereaux, of Chevy Chase, who
IN the days when he used to hunt, was
hardly old enough to stick on his ponv.
is In the ambulance corps and is already
In France. At first he was with the unit
commanded by his father, DR.. Ryan Deye-
reaux, which is still in training at Allen
town. Pa, but he asked to be transferred
10 another unit in order to get to the front
sooner Washington Times.
Charles W. Gray, aged So years, for
twenty years resident of this county.
died last Friday at his home at Washing
ton Grove. He had been i'll three months.
lie is survived by one son and eight daueh-
ters' The funeral services took place Sum-
day morning from the family residence
His remains were taken to Waterford, Va.
Tor lnterment. Mr.. Gray had a wide circle
OF friends and acquaintance in Washing
ton and Maryland. He formerly lived at
and managed the Three Springs farm.
near Frederick, Nd. and later the Linden.
farm, this county. He afterward bought
and lived on the large Cavandale farm,
near Laytonsville. the home of the late
Timothy Cavanaugh.
Montgomery County sentinel. [volume] (Rockville, Md.) 1855-1974, 1917-08-24
To The People OF The County,

The people of every part of Mont omery
county are most earnestly urged to at
tend the Fair this year. which begins next
tuesday and continues for four days. II
is your Fair and can only succeed by your
hearty cooperation. The only reason for
Its existence is the pleasure and profit of
the people of the whole county. MANY
happy days have been spent on the grounds
and many valuable lesson has been
learned from the display of machinery and
farm. garden and household products. This
year we have every reason to expect a
fine exhibition and several amusing fea-
lures will be added. There will be some
thing doing all the time.
At this time it would seem that there Is
special reason to come. Everybody is feel
ing the Strain of these weary days when
the boys are being called away from home
to serve their country Recreation and
contact with your neighbors are needed to
ease the stress. The Government is call
ing for increased production. This means
new methods and the carrying out of new
ideas. Come to the Fair and tell your
friends how you are going TO meet the new
conditions and learn from them what
secrets they have on all such subjects, so
you can enjoy yourself and do your patti
otto duty at the same time.
The officers are looking to you all for
support to make this Fair great success
LEE OFFUTT, President.