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Norwich bulletin., 1917-07-09
THE WAR PRIMER By National Geographic Society.

Noyon. the once picturesque French town of 1,500 inhabitants which has been adopted" by Washington, T.. C., with the idea of restoring it to it's be- fore the war prosperity is the sub ject of the following war geography bulletin issued by the National Geo graphic Society from its Washington headquarters:
 While there is little left of Noyon's thriving trade in live stock and grain. and although it's sugar refineries. lace. cloth. and leather industries have been practically destroyed ruthless war fare cannot rob this little city of it's proud place in history, which extends over period of nearly two thousand years.
 'Originally Roman camp under the ponderous name Of Novisdunum Verona nduorum, Noyon did not begin to play a conspicuous role in wor af fairs until the middle of the eighth century. Tn f752. however. an event took place here which was to Affect Western civilization for many centu ries. It Vas in that year that Duke Pepin the Short. having deposed the Merovirgian king Chilperic. with the approval of the Pope assumed the re- gal title. He was already the nomi nal head of the Franks. just as his father, Charles Martel, the hero of Tours. had been before him; The coronation at Soyon was a double one, Pepin assuming the title of king of the Franks and his young son Carlo man being invested with the tit e of king of Noyon."
 Having become a king through the consent of the Pope, Pepin now sought to repay the head of the Church for the honors bestowed at Noyon. He. therefore. crossed the Alps, expelled the Lombards from certain cities and provinces of northern Italy and pre- sented the captured territory to the Holy Father, thus laying the basis for the temporal power of the Popes which was to influence the history of Europe for hundred of years.
 After the death of Pepin. Charles who was to become known to history as Charlena gne, was crowned at Noy'- on in 16s. It was he who gave his name to the famous line of Cariovin- gian monarchs.
 During the Hundred Years War, Noyon felt the heavy hand of the Eng fish and Burgundian invaders, being sacked by their armies.
 "One of Noyon's proudest distinc- tfons is as the birthplace Of John Cal win. who next to Luther himself was probably the greatest force of the Re- formation his Influence being strong " reflected among the Huguenots of France, the CoTenanters of ScotlFNd, the Puritans of England and the Pil- grim Fathers of New England Jac- dues Sarrazin one of the active pro- motors in founding the French AcAd- emy and the painter whose finest work adorns the great portal and dome of the western facade of the interior court of the Louvre, was also born here.
 "Noyon Is situated on the small river Of Verse. just a mile from it's confluence with the Disc. Ii is on the Paris Brussels railway line. e7 miles northeast of the French capital"
Norwich bulletin., 1917-07-09
KEEP CELERY CRISP.

The easiest and most satisfa ctory way to keep celery crisp and fresh is is to wrap d cold wet cloth around it after it has been scrubbed with a stiff brush and put it in the icebox or a cool place. The coarse outer stalks can be used for soup or stews, and in some markets bundles of cry of this grade can be bought at as low a price as two for fifteen cents.
 The largest leaves can be cut off, dried in the oven and put away in a corked bottle or covered pan and used later on for seasoning Frozen celery should be thrown at once in to cold water.
 It will wilt if allowed to thaw in any other way. 4 few gashes cut in each stalk before putting cold water prepara tory to serving will curl the ends in an attractive manner.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-07-09
ALLIED AIR RAIDS.

Although it may seem so at first glance because of the attention which is given to the air raids which are made upon London, the activity of that character is not all one sided. The allies are doing their part as well as the Germans but they are refrain ing from the horrible features which are characterizfig the work of the kaiser's airmen in taking the lives of non- corf1batants and particularly wo- men and children.
 The Germans are selecting certain sections of England for their opera tions upon civil populations, but the allies are confining their activities to airplane attacks directed against points of military advantage. This last attack upon London appears to have been in retaliation for that car ried out by the allies last week when they sent a fleet of air machines over German territory, some going as far as the great Krupp plant in Essen. where they dropped 8 large quantity of bombs upon railway stations where large stocks of war material were kept upon the great intuition pl.2t and other factories, the destruction of which actually amounted to something from a military standpoint by crip- bling, to some extent at least, the supply depots of the enemy.
 This is in keeping with the policy which Great Britain has decided upon in answer to the London raids. It is in accordance with the rules of war and it means that whatever damage is done contributes to the war pro- gramme and is not simply fiendish de- struction of life and property.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-07-09
CANNING LESSONS
Strinq Beans-Turnips,

String beans may be canned whole or cut into uniform pieces, says to- days bulletin from the National Emergency Food Garden Commission, of Washington, cooperating with this newspaper in it's campaign for the conservation of the food products of the country. It is essential that only the young and tender pods be used for canning.
 Select beans of the same age and color, string carefully and wash thor oughly. These should be b,an,strd in boiling water for five to eight min utes, depending upon the age and then plunged into cold water for an instant. Then the beans should be packed as closely as possible into the jars, a level tea spoon of salt added for each quart of vegetables, and the rest of the space filled with hot water.
 If using tin cans, seal completely before sterilization. If using glass jars, adjust and partially tighten tops, and sterilizs in boiling water for two hours. After steriIizati tion, renrVe from boiling water and finish sealing at once. Invert jars in a cool ple4cr out of draught till cold. then wrap in dark paper to prevent bleaching, and store.
 Turnips-A very good substitute for potatoes is the early turnip. For canning puft7cses, grade turnips for
Norwich bulletin., 1917-07-09
LESSON FOR THE FUTURE.

There cannot help being much sat isfaction throughout the country at the results which attended the recent celebration of the Fourth of July. Ac- cording to a careful record of the fla talities and accidents a gratifying re- duction in the number of deaths and serious injuries was made when it is claimed that there were but seven killed and less than 200 hurt This is in marked contrast to ten years ago or even seven years ago when the death list ran up to the total of 131 with seven others who subse- quently died from tetanus. Last year even the record shows that there were 90 lives sacrificed and the number of accidents ran up to a total of about 800
 The effort has been underway for the elirninatio of the reckless kind of Independence day celebration which totally disregards the lives of those who participate therein. The safe and sane idea has made appreciable headway since it was instituted. More have been won to the wisdom of the idea each year but with the country at war and the opportunity just right for those who were bent upon doing serious harm there was need for ad- ditional precautions this year. The response was so general that there was no comparison between the un- restrained celebration of a few years ago and that of last week. IL shows what can be done when there is the disposition and that it is preferable to forego a little of the boisterousness and live than to plunge reckiessly into the celebration and give up lives for nothing. The recent demonstrati tion of the benefits of the safe and sane idea ought therefore to have a tre- mendous influence upon future ob- SerVances of the great holiIsN
Norwich bulletin., 1917-07-09

color size and stage of maturity. and wash thoroughly with a stiff vegetable brush. Blanch for six to eight min utes to loosen skin. plunge quickly into cold. water for an instant and remove outer skin with stiff bru4 l. Pack whole. or cut into sections as desired. fill up jars with hot water and add a level teaspoon of salt for each quart of vegetables. Partially seal jars and sterilizc for an hour and half If using tin cans, completely seal before sterflfzing.J Remove from sterilizer. complete sealing and place cut of drauGht to coo.
 Turnips Tops-Sort greens and wash thoroughly. being careful 10 leave no dry or decayed leaves. Bianch in steam for fifteen minu.ea and then plunge for an instant into cold water to set color. Cut Into convenient lengths and pack tightly into jars. Add hot water till con- tainers are full, and season to taste. Partially tighten tops and steTiHzc two hours. After sterilization. com plete sealing of jars and place in an
 inverted position out Of draught to cool. Store in cool dark place.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-07-09
Objects to Flat Wheeled Car.

Mir. Editor: The Norwich street railroad is running street car on the Boswell avenue and Laurel Hill route that is disgrace and insult to the people who live on these lines and aI'o obliged to use the anticipated bunT.1 cf junk that the Shore Line peop'e call a street car If there are any members of the chamber of commerce living on this line that nave got any pull in the organization. it would be well for them to have. committee appointed to investigate. and report back to the directSTs whether one flat wheel is responsible the whole four are to blame. and just what the whole thing would be worth for cash in reputable junksfop and publish the findings in the "cosy ccrrer" for the benefit of q suffering public.
 ONE OF THE TTFFERERS.
 Norwich, July [, 1917.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-07-09
REclP

Scrambled Rice and Tomato-Boii one large cup Of rice twenty nninutes; heat a spider and fry in butter a large onion: ad one half cup of stewed to- matoes or catsup. Brown in the oven Serve hot.
 Corn ChoWder-Put into your fry ing pan one quarter cup of fat salt pork cut in cubes. When it has be- gun to fry out. slice two good sized onions, fry until brown, then turn all into kettle. add four large potatoes cut into cubes; cover with water: boil until most done. Add one can of corn sat and pepper to taste: boil five minutes. then add one and one half pints milk, three common crackers cut in halves. Let it come just to boil and remove at once. This is good and economical.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-07-09
A GYPSY PICNIC.

4 gypsy picnic is an interesting af- fair. All picnicllers should dress in gypsy clothes. which can be made of gaudy cheese cloth, old silk and the like. and as many as possible should ride on horses. The gypsy queen should be the hostess and should ride ahead with her chief. She should wear a yellow dress, red sash and have her hair arranged in real gypsy style Immense brass rings can be worn for earrings and tinsel can be used in the general makeup of her costume.
 In the gypsy wagon should be the provisions cooked baked beans. brown bread sandwiches. coffee to be served in tin cups and any additional food the queen cares to serve. Red tablecloths should be used in place of white ones and as much rusticity as possible added to the entire program.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-07-09
WASHABLE GLOVES.

Washable gloves such as women are wearing now are an economy i'll two ways. Supposing they are white or a castor shade, they give the walk ing costume a well-cared for ana dainty air. and they are healthy be- cause they require constant cleaning.
 The process can be undertaken at home and only demands a few mo- ments' work Take the gloves tWe refer to those made of washable kid, doeskin or chamois). put them on the hands. and using any white and free freely lathering soap, wash them well
 When the g.oves are clean rinse them thorou ghly in fresh water. and then immediately rub on more soap.
 Let this soap dry into the gloves, and it will be found that they will be pliant and comfortable to wear when they are put on.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-07-09
WORTH KNOWING.

You will never forget to give your whole order to the grocer if you fol- low this suggestion a list of every thing you use in the kitchen, it in the pantry. Or, If preferred hang the list on the wall. This will be a reminder to you when the grocer comes.
 Before going to work in the garden balcking A stove or doing other work which grimes the hands rub melted tailow or soap wei into the hands. and especially under and around the finger nails
 After the work is done the soap or tallow may be left on the hands. This applies to work which cannot be done while wearing gloves.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-07-09
OTHER VIEW POINTS

The earnings and preserving de- noustrations now being gi, en about the state under auspices Of the Con necticut Agricultural college assist cd by the County League and patri- otic women are of a most important and helpful character. Df course nearly oil hOuse~ives know good deal about this work but there is al- ways something more to earn. This subject is one which has attracted the attention Of scientists and chemists in recent years and their discJE cries arc at the disposal of those who wish to take advantage of them. it was once thought that chemical pTeserva- tiYes of sume sort Or other were re Quired to keep fruit and vegetables IL is now well understood that :,ir secret of success Is complete steriI- ization. When the germs that cause ferrnenta ton and decay are killed the substances remain sweet and whole some. How best to do this is some thing of an art. The demonstrators are capable. competent uud tactful and are engaged in a most praise worthy undertaking. one that calls fot the heartiest support and apprccia tion. We are confident Bristol and vicinity will show that cordiaiity. friendiness and interest that if is fa- nous for.-Bristol Press.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-07-09
NOVEL NECK LINES.

Occasionly one sees a gown that is cut high at the back and sides of the throat and opens sharply into a long, narrow slit at the front.
 The high military collars offers a sharp, almost startling contrast to these more feminine neck lines, but here too, one finds variety
 A few of them are half open in front and others have regular standing ruffs which frame the face and fall away in soft revers of lace.
 One thing is comforting to know about this seasons neck lines. You may have it cut any way you like, providing it is becoming the con tour of your face
Norwich bulletin., 1917-07-09

and 1t has helped me in every way. am not nearly SO nervous. no headache or pain. ] must say that Lydia E. Pinkham Vegetable Compound ig tha best remedy any rick woman can fako. 70 Mrs. MARGARET QUEsS, Rear 258 Wortben St, Lowell. Mzss.
 Other warning sympt1frs ore $ reurs of suffocation, hot fhaher. heaaachr1 backaches, dread Of impending evil tirnidity, sounds in the ears. paipitaticr of the heart. sparks before the cyer, irregularities. constipation. vnri- bis appetite, weakness, inquistude. and dizziness.
 If you need special advice, write to the Lydia r.. Pinkhau Medirins C1- fconfdentisD. Lynn. MasL.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-07-09
EM BRCIDERY.

Two of the most noticeab ble sty-e features the new sprng and early summer modes are plaited skirts and the variety and novelties Of hand em- broideries. While here and there the painstaking French hand embroidery is seen. it is no longer the dominat- ing stitchery. Big bastng stitches are done with cordlike mercerized silk floss. Russian embrOideries with cross- stitches and intervening col ors are decoratively not diff to do. ChainstitCh, done by machine. is used to outline close arabesque figures
Norwich bulletin., 1917-07-09
CONTRAST IN SHADES,

It is no longer considered necessary to have the two sandwich panels that form a medieval gown match the un- derslip over which they are placed
 For instance, a pale gray underslip with long, wrinkled sleeves to the wrist will have two kings blue satin panels dropped over in front and back or gray satin panels embroidered at the edges in an Indian design done in silver threads will be dropped over a plaited underslip with long sleeves of hydrangea blue chiffon. The gr0 panels will be weighted with embroid- cred pieces a | each hem.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-07-09
TO MAKE BEFE TEA

Free piece Of steak from fat and skin and cut into small pieces. Place the cut up meat in q pot and pour over it pint of cod water and add little salt. Cover the pot and place on the fire in a saucepan Of cold wa ter. This should simmer for three or four hours Le the tea cool and skim off the fat. Heat as required for use.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-07-09
STORIES OF THE WAR
The Fiaht at chemin des Danes.
CBy the Associated pres-)

tBy the Associated PressJ
 Personal initiative, combined with bravery and tenaclty. won For the French Q splendid victory when the German attempted Tuesday night tJuIy 3D to re-take Cheuin de= Danes by a. furious attack. The coEl- mandine general. after inspecting the entire eleven mic line where the bat tie occurred, declared to the Associ- ated Press:
 The German crown prince had ar ranged a surprise party for us. in order to offset the Russian victory in Galicia. but he knocked at the wrong door and received a disagreeable re- ception"
 Before the enemy's attack began. an uncanny silence reigned along this famoue road where the hostile armies
Norwich bulletin., 1917-07-09
coNscRIPTioN IN CANADA

When it comes to giving support to the war Canada has reason to claim that 1t has been making large con- tributions thereto both in men and material. That is one of the countries which has been pointed to repeatedly an instance where the volunteer system has worked out successfully and from a long distance view such might be considered entirely justified Canada does appear to have done it's part. It has sent a total of 423, 900 men across the sea and they have given excellent account of them selves in the fighting which has taken place in northern France. Such might reasonably be considered Canadas part but at home, while there is full appreciation for what has been done and Q strong sentiment in favor of the volunteer plan, it is maintained that the volunteer system has not worked out evenly. There have been some sections which have more than furnished their quota while there are others which have failed to come up to their requirements and that there is little likelihood that they will if the prevailing arrangement for rais- ing an army is adhered to.
 Thus in keeping with the action which it has been necessary to take in England and the decision which has been reached in this country that conscription is the only just method, the effort has been made to have it put into operation in Canada It is being fought tooth and nail, but how sentiment runs is pretty safely indi- cated by the result in the Canadian house of commons where the vote fa- vored conscription 11S to 55. Canada is apparently of the opinion that all and not simply a part of the people of the dominion should do their part
Norwich bulletin., 1917-07-09
HEALTH AND BEAUTY.

It is generally known that freckles are divided into two classes those which are constitutional. fading IS cooling weather approaches and com ing into full glory again in the spring and those that come in the spring and disappear entirely in the winter.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-07-09
WARE EROS FINE!

A manufacturer of clothes wringers takes exception to the printed advice to the effect that kerosene is a good thing to use in cleaning the rollers of wringer. He says that it soaks into the rubber and makes it soft and sticky. On the other hand, hot water with a good soap, will generally do the work, and if it doesn't a litt.e gas oline on a rag is sure to. Thiss he says, cleans the roll without injur- in in apy
Norwich bulletin., 1917-07-09
WASHING LACE.

Lace is stretched over c.ean strips of wood to keep it evenly spread out laid overnight in warm milk to which a little soup has been added and rinsed in fresh water. after which laid for the same length of time in warm soap I've and finally rinsed without anN friction
Norwich bulletin., 1917-07-09

From the way in which naor.archies in Europe are totterinE, those in China who are trying to restore the Manchu dynasty in place of the republic must be out of tune with world affairs
Norwich bulletin., 1917-07-09
PiQUE WAISTCOATS,

When milady purchases plain tailored suit she would be wise to lay in a supply of waistcoats in plain pique or linen, striped in color. Some times these waistcoats carry collars and cuffs that are all their own and now and then they are set above con- tra sting stocks and cuffs.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-07-09
MARKING LINEN.

When marking linen put the corner into cold water starch, wiring out and iron until dry. It will make a per fectly smooth surface and the mark ing can be done without making any blOts
Norwich bulletin., 1917-07-09

Now that it Is declared that Chan cellor von Bethf1ann- Hoilweg is go- ing to have something more to say about peace, it will all depend upon what it is whether it makes any i'm pression upon the allies or not
Norwich bulletin., 1917-07-09

Both are materially checked when preventive and corractiTe measures are taken before the action of the sun on the skin has full sway.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-07-09

There is a Ietup in the internal dis turbances across the Mexican border which causes the hope to be express ed that Carranza has strengthened ous the trouble down there for good
Norwich bulletin., 1917-07-09

the hands if scalded in salt and water before wearing. The salt prevents fading. When, almost dry one should put them on in order to streacfl and keep them in good shape.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-07-09
Germany is mak

Germany is making a desperate ef- fort for success on one of the battle fronts in order to give a better set ting to the peace talk which Beth mann Hollwee is scheduled to make before the reichstag
Norwich bulletin., 1917-07-09

\ pretty bag was made of dark green poplin and cfetonne with gay flowers. The cretonne was sewed to the bag at the top but was not at tached to the sides or bottom. It was finished in big scallops bound with braid, beneath which the plain green was visible.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-07-09

It would be interesting to know what the Russians think of the recep- ton which T. Roosevelt and $. Comp CTS gave tfeH in little old New York
Norwich bulletin., 1917-07-09

It Is of course all right for Argen- tina to demand reparatior of Germany for its vessels which have been sunk, but it will be another thing to get it.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-07-09

Although the Red Cross fund has been largely oversubscribed, the fact that some states and cities have been conducting their campaigns a week later than the others means that sub- stantial additions are yet to be made
Norwich bulletin., 1917-07-09

4 washable corset bag can be made of white popiin. Elm nbroider a wrea th in cross stitch in any desired color and finish with four-inch hem which is stitched to form the casing for ribbon.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-07-09

Sinp.y pOwderlng the Skln IS not sufficient when going outdoors. It is necessary that the exposed parts be thoroughly n1assag ged with good cold cream then dusted with rfce powder, which serves as a mask and does not allow the suns rays to pen citrate as freely.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-07-09

X greaseIess cream or a tonic as tringent may be substituted in place of the cream. which should contain one or more bleaching agents to act on general principles.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-07-09
EDITORIAL NOTES.

The man on the corner says: Man can love his feIlowrnan without slap ping him on the back
Norwich bulletin., 1917-07-09

The fancy belt or ugirdle is held in place by slots cut in the fabric of the coat with which it is worn.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-07-09
NEEDLEWORK NOTES.

Bands of striped foCIard trim blue serge suits and dresses.