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Norwich bulletin., 1917-07-30
CANNING LESSONS
Peaches.

If peaches are packed in the jars
 with the pit cavity down more fruit
 can be put into the containers and
 finer looking product is obtained. says
 Loday's bulletin from the National
 Emergency Food Garden Commission
 of Washington, D. C., which is coop
 crating with this newspaper in its ex-
 tensive campaign for the saving of
 the food resources of the country
 Peaches should be washed carefully
 in cold water, dipped Into boiling wa
 ter moment or two until the skin
 slips and then into cold water for an
 instant. The skin is then slipped off
 the peaches cut into halves and the pits removed and the haIfs packed into
 jars with pit cavity down. A few pits should be placed near the bottom of the jar to give flavor to the fruit. Add medium syrup boiling hot to .ill jars. partially tighten tops and steriiize Tor sixteen minutes in boiling water. Af- ter complete sterilization, remove jars from the boiling water. tighten tops
 and invert to cool in place free from draughts. Wrap in dark paper to prevent loss of color label and store In ceol, dry place.
 Canned Plums are better if of large size and thick flesh All plurns are canned whole without peeling Pack, tighten in hot jars and fill with boil ing hot syrup of light density. Ster- | ilize for sixteen minutes in boiling water After partially tighten tops. Re l move from sterilizer finish sealing and 1 invert to test for leakage and to cool Peach and Plum Butter. Wash fruit carefully and remove "fuzz" on the l peaches by rubbing with a damp tow l eI. Do not peel. Place in an enamel | lined preserving kettle, add a little water and cook until very tender Squeeze through fruit press or eel ander to remove skins and stones. Place pulp in clean preserving kettle add sugar to taste and boil until thick ! and rich in color, stirring constantly to prevent on to the kettle. Spices
 may be added if desired but the butter | is generally considered better if un- i spiced. Pour the boiling mass into l hot, sterilized jars and seal at once.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-07-30
STORIES OF THE WAR
Gerrany's Work in Norway.

Gern1any's Work in Norway. Correspondence of. The Associated
 Press.)
 The latest German acts against Nor way are being criticized in the press and condemned by the legislature as showing the alleged failure of the Norwegian government to uphold the seif-respect of the nation.
 Royal mail boats between Denmark and Norway, outside of the German barred zone" with cargo of killed cattle exclusively for use in Norway are captured by German U-boats, brought to German ports and no sat isfactory explanation or satisfaction given.
 Norwegian steamer. the Thoruna, in coast traffic, chartered by the Nor wegian government itself with cargo Of hay to relieve the fodder famine was stopped by German U-boat in side the three milo line, that means in Norwegian waters; the Norwegian flag was lowered and the German flag was run up. as the German U-boat chief declared the steamer a German prize because of lack of special clear ing papers. \. Norwegian torpedo boat arrived, the Norwegian captured declared that as the steamer was in Norwegian n waters she was not liable to be seized by German U-boats, or dered the Norwegian flag flown again and the German lowered. After some
 
 German view and allowed the steamer to be taken as prize to German port and the Norwegian flag for the second time displaced by the German
 This happened May 16 and, upon an interpolation in the legislature re- gardine this affair which has turned the whole press and public opinion more anti-Gerr1an than ever, Minister of Foreign Affairs Ihlen answered that the governments protest in Berlin and the assurance of the steamer being a government chartered boat had only met unwillinsness to straighten out the affair and give a satisfactory ex- cuse. On the contrary there was no prospect of the ship being re- leased in the near future as the case would be tried before a prize court More humiliating was the announce nnent that the Norwegian crew now would be brought before German court martial because they, according to or ders from a Norwegian naval officer in Norwegian waters, had hoisted the Norwegian flag.
 For the first time since the war broke out a friction with one of the beiligerent nations has been discuss ed only in the Iegislat ture In other cases the minister of foreign affairs has kept everything secret and been unwilling to let the public know what steps the Norwegian government has taken to protect the rights of their citizen5 against the now nunberless encroachments from German side.
 All the leading politicians, in very strong terms. condemned this last hu- initiation from the German govern ment.
 The press requested that the Nor wegian crew at once be given their liberty and sent home if the Thorum was not released, asserting that the crew acted according to Norwegian law and should not be punished in Germany.
 The only paper that tried to belit- tie the affair was the Sociald i'm okra- tin, which expressed the hope that Germany twill show justice to a small tain it's rights by power"
 Only faw daHs hAfora this Gar
Norwich bulletin., 1917-07-30
WHEN HANGING A SKIRT.

There are few figures with both lips alike. One is nearly always higher than the other. and this gen erally causes some trouble to the home dressmaker in hanging skirts. A professional dress1naker gives this advice: Before cutting the skirt, get your exact measurements. Draw the tape measure snugly around the waistline then measure around the ips eight inches from the waistline. Mark down the length from the waist line to the floor in front, right hip. left hip and back. In doing this you set the exact difference in your hips and a corresponding difference should he allowed when cutting the skirt Now measure the length of the front pattern. If too long. lay a tuck about ten inches from the bottom and do this on all gores. Cut the smaller gore first, that is the enc that goes over the smaller hip and then insert piece of paper to make up the diff terence in the other hip. On no ac- count should one allow the extra inch CT two at the bottom. as it gives the skirt drawn look and makes it stand out on that side.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-07-30

It is highly important that it be fully safeguarded and it Is necessary that it should have the approval of this government. The attitude of the Mexican president in the past few years has been such that we should not be too hasty in placing our money at his command, and yet there cannot be anything but the proper interest shown in doing what lies within our power to aid that republic in getting back to a position of stability and pacif1cation. It is important that this country should have 8 thorough un- derstanding with this neighbor that any such help. if extended, will not be used to promote the interests of its enemy in the present war. This is a matter which will unquestionably get thorough consideration before this question of the loan Is decided.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-07-30
WHEN YOU GO CAMPING.

camping take with them a complete first aid kit and various remedies that they may use in case of illness be- fore doctors services can be pro- cured.
 But many of these first aid kits do not contain a most useful remedy in case of toothache, and that is oil of cloves. Not only does oil of cloves stop pain in the aching tooth. but It arrests decay and so makes it possi- ble to wait without danger, until a good dentist can be reached
 So, if you are going camping, be sure to put a bottle of oil of cloves somewhere in your kit. It may be useful.
 In using it be careful not to get it on the lips, as it burns the tender ekin.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-07-30
Am.riean Bank in Pusrto 5ista.

The International Banking c1rucr- ation has just taken over tne o'd- established banking busl1e-c Of Son. tiago Michelena. In Puerto PlatH. Doe ininican Republic, writes Consul Ar thur Mclean. Puerto Plata. Dom lean Republic The corporation has branch es in san Pedro de Macor.s and <a-- 10 Domingo. and expects Co open au- ether within the next few moutha lr Santiago de los Caballeros The Inc ternational Banking Corporation lH t1e second bank to enter this field since the first Of the ysar. the Royal Bank of Canada having opened a branch -E Puerto Plata in February.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-07-30
Views of the Vigilantcs
UNCLE SAM AN EASY MARK
The Enemy Alien Talks to Robert j
 Wildhack Of The Vieiiantes.


 q ran across him on a bench in the Park this morning. He remembered that I had listened to him attentively before, so he began to talk Perhaps he thought he could convert me to ITO -Germanism. or perhaps he just wanted to show me that he didn't care continental whether I thought him | spy or not. I didn't report him. made date with him instead. I want him to pour out some more of the se- dition that seems to be boiling inside of him.)
 Do you think that we Germans are afraid of Uncle Sam" Not much we are not But 1t is better that we should keep a little quiet and kid him along until the proper time
 You don't believe it or not. just as you choose, but you remember that this war was predicted by German army officers 15 years in advance aad they knew nobody would believe 1t, and nobody did. I can tell you now. and I could tell everybody now, that the reason that you don't hear about things being blown up in this country and all kind of trouble, is not because somebody said Obey the law and keep your mouth shut" We don't get scared so easy, tunger.
 We found out something in England
Norwich bulletin., 1917-07-30
Rice Puddinu-Take one cup of ri
LETTERS TO THE EDITOR
The People of AIsaoe and Lorraine.

MT. Editor: In reply to the statement of Edgar Lewis in The Bulletin of July 2S as to the race and history Of Alsace and Lorraine, I quote from standard authoritative encyclopedia:
 "In Caesars time, AIsace was occu- pied by Celtic tribes, but during the decline of the empire the Aleman1i and other tribes from beyond the manized it. It afterwards formed part of the German empire under various sovereign dukes and princes. latterly of the house of Hapsburg, till a part Of it was ceded to France at the peace of Westphalia, and the rest fell a prey to the aggressions of Louis XIV. Thus was this fine land and one of the roblest branches of the race alienated never ceased to be the language of the people"
 It was reunited Gall but the small district of Beiforr) to that country in 1871. after two centuries possession by France"
 Lorraine, originally a portion of the German empire. It's history dates from S55. when Lotharius II (Carlovingian) obtained the lands between the Scheldt, Rhine, Mouse and Saone, called the kingdom Of Lotharius or Lotharin gia Gin French, Lorraine. Rhenish Prus- sia was separated from Lorraine in the 10th century. and the remainder was divided in 1044 into two duchies. up- included in Belgium and I1oIand). Upper Lorraine (the present province) continued to be governed by it's own dukes until 1736. and in 176S was united to France. The inhabitants are of German origin. but speak the French language, with the exception Of the district called German Lorraine This tract was ceded to Germany at the peace of 1871"
 J. N. EMO.
 Mansfield Center, July 2S.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-07-30
ICE IN THE SICK ROOM.

Get the best and purest obtainable. To keep it properly, wrap the block of ice in flannel, place Il a piece of wood in a basin. When wanted for Ise remove the flannel and chip off some small pieces.
 Lay a piece of muslin around the top of a tumbler so that it may form a pouch; put the chips of ice in it. Leave the tumbler within easy reach of the patient, so that he or she may help himself or herself as often as al lowed or feels inclined The water that Srips from the muslin bag may also be drunk
Norwich bulletin., 1917-07-30
BATHING ACCESSORIES.

Caps and shoes are very gay.
 More hats than caps, says Fashion. Hats are broad brinnmad and have full crowns.
 Some quite elaborate hats are of rubberized satin in bright hues.
 Shoesare of satin or a leather sub stitute, and quite high.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-07-30
TO MAKE EGGS FLUFFY.

When frying eggs, to keep the whites light and fluffy always have the tat hot.
 Break in the eggs one at a time As fast as possible: sprinkle with pepper and salt, then add a dash of boiling water; cover with a tight lid and fry for a few seconds. The eggs will be free from grease when served and the whites are not leathery.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-07-30
ENLAReINe BUTTER SUPPLY.

To make two pounds of butter from one pound of butter and one pint of milk cut one pound of butter in chunks, heat the milk until it is luke warm and then pour it on the butter Add a little salt to suit taste beat with fork for about ten minutes and let cool. Coloring can be purchased at a drug store.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-07-30
FOR GREASY WOODWORK.

Paint or woodwork that has become greasy should be cleaned with cloth dipped in turnGntine. Then wipe with a cloth dippe6 in water to which a little kerosene has been added.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-07-30
PENNANT BLANKET

Sew your old pennants together and make lounge blanket. It is surpris- ing how well they fit together, and the blanket is much prettier than the gay Indian blankets used for the same purpose. Besides, it is q way to keep the memories of all the past associa- tionS where one can see tf,em One could add pennants from soldier friends
Norwich bulletin., 1917-07-30
Bathe the face every nj,

Bathe the face every night with equal quantities Of warm milk and water. It keeps the skin fair and smooth. To preserve a good complex ion. never wash the face with hard water If natural soft water cannot be obtained throw a little oatmeal in the water used.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-07-30

Much attention is now being given to the correction Of deforHities in young people. And this line of work is in the hands of trained specialists. Many twisted back is improved or, indeed, restored to it's normal condi- tion by means of proper exercises per sistently and judiciously practiced.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-07-30

Those mut:rcus Russian soldiers must realize that they cannot expect to maintain a free country very long under the organized pressure which Germany Is exerting upon it. If they profit by the German example they will quickly put an end 70 their Reorganization
Norwich bulletin., 1917-07-30
union. which has nearly 100000 mem

Boston university has prepared a series of courses in general business methods for women over the age of Is years for the purpose of furnish ing them with the business funda- mentals which will enable them to fill positions formerly held by the men who will be called to the colors.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-07-30
A Suaaeation.

We've heard SO much ahoGt tte 1--boat menace of the Teut5nH that. merely es suggestion as a name for the new feet of American sIhula - r!nes. why not give them L7-Wash- iuRton Herald
Norwich bulletin., 1917-07-30

Bathing suits are made on the lines of the chemise frock.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-07-30

The aviation bill has been passed and signed by the president and it's provisions can be carried out with despatch. Unfortunately tke food con- control measure has not received the same sort of treatment
Norwich bulletin., 1917-07-30
HEALTH AND BEAUTY.

Either white vaseline or honey will make a pleasant application for ten der lips. Don't bite the lips. It is evidence of nerVous snesS and will keep your cupid's bow in ragged, unlovely condition
Norwich bulletin., 1917-07-30

The man on the corner says: Washington has apparently reached the conclusion that it is time to ap- ply the hot weather don'ts to the fe- maie pickets.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-07-30
Mend the frayed ed

Bread and fruit buildings are very wholesome desserts for children.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-07-30

This country shows it's faith in the ability of Kere nsky toVredeem Russia in spite of itself when in the midst of increased troubles it advances an other loan of S75. .O0O. 900.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-07-30

To wash black silk brush and wipe it thOrou glly lay it on a fiat table with the side up which is intended to show and sponge with hot coffee strained through muslin. Allow it to become partially dry, then iron.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-07-30

When the Russian soldiers leave the women to do the fighting ;n that coun- try it can be appreciated that the sit uation there is indeed serious
Norwich bulletin., 1917-07-30

The crown prince believes that if success doesn't come at the first trial there should be frequent repetitions but his many failures indicate that he ought to leave it to George
Norwich bulletin., 1917-07-30

Those who are keeping a record of such things are noting that we are not getting the much feared 40 days of rain even though the uncer- tain dog days are with us
Norwich bulletin., 1917-07-30
The Root commlnsion-

The Root commission has completed its work in Russia, and a mighty good job it was, too. If all th- other war commissions do as well the -nlrg v-l.i be comparatively poi-a News.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-07-30

Mend the frayed edges of mems shirt cuffs by trimming off the fray ed edge. then rip open the seams for two inches, cut off one-eighth of an Inchl of the inner stiffening, then turn in the other edges, baste neatly and stitch on the machine.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-07-30
EDITORIAL NOTES.

There are apparently some Rus sians who are so unpatriotic that they prefer to die for Germany rather than for their own country
Norwich bulletin., 1917-07-30
LAUNDRY NOTES.

age may be whitened by soaking in butternnilk. Change the milk occa- siOnally
Norwich bulletin., 1917-07-30

To set color in calico or any cotton fabric use one teaspoon of sugar of lead (poison) to a pail of water. Let the articles soak in this fifteen min utes, then wash.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-07-30
HAIR RIBBONS.

Have strips of cardboard in your little girls dresser drawer and teach her how to wrap her ribbons on them, one on each strip. This eliminates the need of ironing and preserves the stiffness
Norwich bulletin., 1917-07-30

To prevent your skirt of washable material from sagging when it is laundered, pin it to the line at the waistIine, so that it will bang straight down
Norwich bulletin., 1917-07-30

Section IS of the new automobile law provides: (e) If the rate of speed of a motor vehicle operated on any public highway exceeds thirty miles an hour for a distance of one-quarter of q a mile, or if such rate of speed exceeds twenty miles hour for quarter of a mile through the thickly
Norwich bulletin., 1917-07-30

Use paper bags for covering p1tcn- CTS with food in them.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-07-30

Gingham to be effective should be combined with white pique.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-07-30

When washing wool blankets do not rinse in clear water to keep the soft ness. Rinse in warm water in which has been dissolved just enough goa D to make the water soft
Norwich bulletin., 1917-07-30

Always turn salt fish skin side up when soaking it to freshen.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-07-30

In the knitted sweater coats with long sleeves that open down the front the body and sleeves are of fancy shell knitted weave.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-07-30

Frocks are sparsely trimmed with fur at the present moment.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-07-30

1 Pale pink coral voile is a good choice for a chemise dress.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-07-30

Alcohol will take ink stains out or light wool materials.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-07-30

Light brown poplin makes a charm Ing tailored dress.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-07-30

For the first time in history, one of the greatest English religius soci- Mrs. Barrow Cadbury having been made president of the Sunday sahoa
Norwich bulletin., 1917-07-30

Foulard and mousseline make g good combination in a dress.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-07-30

Crushed ribbons should not be fron- ed: it makes them shiny. Dampen them and then fold them smoothly and tightly around a rolling pin or empty tottle This will remove slight creas- es. There is nothing for very bad creases but to iron them.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-07-30

The unpleasant. strong flavor of un- cooked onions is satisfa ctorily re- moved by slicing them, put them in a collander, pour boiling water on them: then plunge thsn into ice water and allow them to remain half an hour. They will be sweet and crisp.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-07-30

Lakewood, N. J., has a woman's ri- ffe club.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-07-30

Ostrich plumes are sometimes used to edge tplle scarfs.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-07-30

Tulle is again popular for scarfs ever summer frocks.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-07-30

sll around the edges.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-07-30

It is a waste of time to put draw work on napkins.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-07-30

I1pings Of t,,e lining of tl.e coat show
Norwich bulletin., 1917-07-30
RECiPE

Ham TirnbIes-Dissolve one-half tablespoon of gelatine in three-fourths cup of hot water or stock: add one cup of chopped cooked ham, one-half teaspoon or paprika, and stir until the mixture begins to thicken; then add one cup of whipped cream, and one teaspoon of lemon juice; pour into molds. When firm turn out and serve.
 Rice Pudding-Take one cup of rice and boil until soft, add one-half can of condensed milk, stir in we'll add as much hot water as you would if you were using fresh milk, a small piece of butter. pinch of salt and a few gratings of nutmeg on top; no sugar is needed; bake in oven until brown, next set on back of stove a few min utes.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-07-30

Relying upon the advice of the Fed era1 Trade Commission and the ad monitions of the government at Wash ington, The Farmer advises the people of Bridgeport not to buy coal in large quantities, until the government sug gests to them that such a course will be wise. The government has in hand the task of fixing the price of coal. The government is trying to distribute coal so that every community will get it's share. The citizen may trust his government, or he may trust private persons, committees and the like, who have private views that the time to buy coal is when the market is hitting the zenith. Do not buy coal, while the government says wait.-Bridge- port Farmer.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-07-30

An asbestos silence cloth is the iGeal one.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-07-30
CONCERNING WOMEN.
Boston store girls have a gun club.

London policewonen receive s6 |; week.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-07-30
DICTATES OF FASHION

Feathers of all kinds are having a
 gue
Norwich bulletin., 1917-07-30

Yellow is in great favor everywhere this summer
Norwich bulletin., 1917-07-30
OTHER VIEW POINTS
Tn Hartford there Is

Tn Hartford there is spirited con- troversy over a proposition to change the name of Asylum street. The op ponents of the new name offered ap- pear to have the better of the argu- ment In all cities 1t is probable that highway names can be changed to advantage. The elimination of dupli- cate names always is desirable, but there is no valid argument for dis continuing the use of a iong -estab- Iished name which creates no confu- sion Providence several years ago made many changes for the better The work here, however, is not com plete. for Providence has not wholly discarded the use of two names for continuous thoroughfare.-Prov dence Bulletin.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-07-30
WOMAN IN LIFE AND IN THE KITCHEN

FOR
 THE HOUSEWIFE