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The Washington herald., 1917-05-29
BAYONET CUTS KILL
PLATTSBURG "ROOKIE"
Young Man Accidentally Wounded in
Drill, Dies in Hospital.
Special to The Washington Herald-

CpcclAl 70 Ehe washington Herald
Plattsourg, n. Y, May 8.-As the re-
suit of three accidental bayonet wounds
Student Officer Merritt Haviland Smith.
Jr., son OF the chief engineer of the
New York bureau OF water supply. died
In the Champlain Valley Hospital last
night.
Smith, who was % years old. and a
member Of the Second New York Com
pany, was removed from the barracks to
the hospital last Friday morning at l2:45
O'Clock. He was found groaninR in his
bunk with bayonet wound in his wrist
one In his chest. and a deep cash in his
abdomen. His condition became so serI-
Gus that on Saturday morning he was re-
moved to the City Hospital. where he
had a private room and the care of
women nurses. Last night he was
operated on by DR. Vanderver, of Albany.
and died few minutes later from shock
Smith was well liked by his fellow stu
dents and many OF the latter did not
hesitate to state that the horrors of the
drill had made an unusually deep i'm
preston on him. The young mans faith
er who was colonel Of an artillery regi-
ment at the border last summer. and his
mother arrived at the camp yesterday
and were at his bedside when he died.
DIR. r. S. Mcdonald, Of Plattsburg,
made the following statement to Coroner
W. w F1nney:
7 have examined Merritt Fl. Smith
and in my opinion death resulted from
perforating stab wounds OF the abdomen,
injur1ng the stomach and causing hem
orrhages from the arteries into the alb
dominal cavity. An operation was per-
formed at 10 p. m. May 27 1877 and the
patient died within a half hour after the
closing OF the operation"
Mai. Thomllnson, OF the regular army
medical corps. who had charge Of the
young mans case for the government,
was classmate Of Col. Smith at the
University Of Pennsylvania.
The Washington herald., 1917-05-29
WEST ENDERS REJOIN
CITIZENS FEDERATION
Capt. Evans Carries Point After a
Lengthy Debate.

The West End Citizens Association
voted TO 20 back into the Federation of
CiiEenS Associations at its monthly
meeting at Kidder's Hall last night, fol-
lowing a wordy debate In which Capt.
George W. Evans championed the reso-
luton to rejoin the federation and P.
Frsnois sutro opposed having anything
to do with the federation. The meeting
vas presided over by DR.. Mark F. Fin
ley.
The nnal vote on the resolution stood Il
to in favor Of the proposition. Capt.
Evans plea to the members to FORGET
past animosities and think only OF the
best interests Of the association having
won two votes which were originally cast
against the matter OF reeonsidering the
associations action In severing its rela-
ions with the federation about a year
ago.
A resolution renewing the associatio
appeal to Congress for the franchise for
citizens Of the District OF Columbia was
unanimously adopted. Speakers pointed
out that no other republic in the world
denies the franchise to the people of its
capital A third resolution recommend
ing the reappointment OF William T. Gal
liner and Ernest H. Daniels as members
Of the Board OF Education was also
adopted.
The association voted to recommend
that the District Commissioners include
the Improvement and repairs Of a num-
Der OF streets in the northwest and other
sections In their estimates furnished
Congress for July l. 1919. These recon-
mendatons including the repaving and
repair OF Twenty-second street from Vir-
Einla avenue to Potomac Park. street
from TWenty-second to the river, Twenty
fourth street from c. street to X street,
n street from Twenty-third to the river.
virginia avenue from Twenty-second
street to Seventeenth street. Twenty-irst
street from street to Potomac Park
and Nineteenth street from NJ street 10
Pennsylvania avenue
The Washington herald., 1917-05-29
Spirit Of Revolt Spreads
To Russia's Monasteries

Petrograd. May 2S.-The spirit of re-
volt has spread TO Russias monasteries
The monks have started a powerful czm-
paign for the acquisition OF citizen
rights. including the vote.
Formerly the most pliable tools in the
hands Of the autoCracy. the inmates of
the monasteries, are now trying to bury
the past by removing every shred of
evidence Of their traditional activities
They are taking particular care that all
evidence Of their persecution OF the Jews
be eradiCated
The Washington herald., 1917-05-29
SAYS WAR BRUNT MUST
FALL ON YOUNG MEN

Marked by addresses OF a patriotic ma
ture, the annual banquet OF the class Of
1919 OF the National University was held
last night at the New Ebbitt House Al
len McCullen acted as POSTMASTER.
The main address was delivered by Jus
tice Frederick l. siddons. who took as
his subject The Young Man and War
In praising the patriotic spirit which has
been displayed by the young college men
of America in volunteering for naval and
The Washington herald., 1917-05-29

Mum than good. Today doctors D 'escribo
organic iron-NuHated Iron. This partic-
ular form Of iron is easily assimilated
does not blacken or injure the teeth nor
upset the stomach It will Increase the
strength and endurance Of weak, ner-
vous. irritable, careworn. haggard look
ing women 100 per cent in two weeks
time in many instances. I have used IT
In my own practice with most surprising
results.-Ferdinand King. NJ D.
NOTE: hUSATED IRON rsesmnssS.d sA,,.
~ or. Fssnand kIRg can be obtaIned from aHY
soed srpssiu WITH an sbsoIEts SUarSntss ~ sue
essa or neasy rsfuHdsd. u 10 dISpsnssd In mi,
go hS JsnsI o'oonRsII DrBg Stores, PsosGsI prUs
Stsrss aad all lood druaQIstI
The Washington herald., 1917-05-29
Plney Branch Ambulance
Will Be June 5 Exhibit

An ambulance for use in France
bought by the Piney Branch Citizens
Association, will be used in the COM
nuhlty celebration around the West
school on registration day.
The members of the association decided
upon this last night, and also decided
10 give souvenir of some sort to each
man who registered on that day.
The Washington herald., 1917-05-29
"TIz" FOR TIRED,
PUFFED-UP FEET
Instant Relief for Sore. Aching. Ten
der. Calloused Feet
and Corns.

You're foOtsick! Your feet feel tired.
puffed up, chafed, aching. sweaty. and
they need "Tiz."
'"Tiz'' makes feet remarkably fresh and
sore-proof. "Tiz" takes the pa l and
burn right out OF corns. callous and
bunions ''Tiz'' is the grandest foo glad
dener the world has ever known.
Get a Scent 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 Mt fine and
you'll only wish you had tried ''Tiz"
sooner. Accept no substitute.-Adv.
The Washington herald., 1917-05-29

military service in the present war, he
declared that in this age the brUnt Of
fighting must necessarily fail 90 the
young men OF the country.
Other speakers included Dean c. p.
Carusi. Prof Charles A. Keigwin. Abe
5. Resh. and Allen McCulIen.
The Washington herald., 1917-05-29
Dr.. Ferdinand King, New York
Physician and Medical Author, Says:
EVERY WOMAN
EVERY MOTHER
EVERY DAUGHTER
NEEDS IRON
AT TIMES
To Put Strength Into Her Nerves
and Color Into Her Cheeks.

Inere can De
no beautifuI,
healthy. rosy
checked Wom-
en- W I h o u {
iro n. T h Q
trouble IN the
past has been
I h at " h e n
women needed
iron they gen.
orally { o o k
ordinary me-
tallic from ,
which often
Corroded the
stomach and
did far more
harm than gno
The Washington herald., 1917-05-29

To promote agriculture in France. tho
government stations a professor OF the
science In each department and aards
prizes frequently to the most progressive
farmers.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-02-15
MATTERS OF lNTEREST IN WESTERLY
Henry Douglas Waters Norwich and WesterIy Line Number of Years, Dead Real Estate Changes
 Brown Graduates Planning Attend Banquet.

I cock, of Stonington, and favorabiy reported by the committee on cities and boroughs and passed Wednesday, reads as follows:
 porating the Pawcatuck Fire district, passed ill 1887, as amended by a res- olutton approved April 4, 1S9S, and by
 an act approved June s. 1913. is amended to read as follows: Said electors. at any of their legal meet ings, shall have power to order such taxes, and provide for the assessing and collecting of the same, on the taxable inhabitants and property in said district, as they shall deem nec- essary for purchasing fire engines, land and houses for keeping the same,
 making cisterns and reservoirs, and for the extinguishment of fire, and
 for the purpose of properly lighting
 the streets and highways. within the
 limits of said fire district, either by
 electricity or otherwise; or to make
 contracts for a proper supply of wa
 ter for all necessary purposes, and for
 lighting in proper manner. the
 streets and highways within the lim-
 its of said fire district; and to make
 contracts for a proper system of sew
 craze, or for the purpose of laying
 out, constructing. maintaining and re- pairing, wherever it may be deemed
 necessary in said district, sewers and
 drains through. along or over any street, highway. public or private
 ground, with the right to so eLcaVaCe and grade the same as may be nec-
 eSsary for such construction or re- pairs. provided such streets, highways and public ground shall be left in good condition and to the satisfaction
 of the authorities of the town of Ston-
 ington; and it may dispose of the sewerage and garbage by draining, filtration, cremation, precipitation or of said plans,i it being fully author iZed to construct, maintain and repair a thorough, complete and approved system of sewerage and drainage and to use all means known to science to secure and retain the most healthful and wholesome sanitary conditions throughout said district, and for the purpose of purchasing land along and adjacent to the highways in said dis trict for the purpose of widening the same and for the construction of side walks and crosswalkS in or along any of the highways in said district: and such taxes, so ordered, shall be as- SeSSed by the assessors of said dis trict, or the taxable inhabitants and property therein, according to the last valuation made by the assessors of the town of Stonington, next previous to said assessment. adding any taxa ble property which may have been omitted by said town assessors or af- terward acquired; and in assessing and collecting said taxes, such pro- ceedings shall be had by the officers of said district, as near as may be, as are required to be had by the cor responding officers of towns in assess ing and collecting town taxes.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-02-15

suggested both plans be considered and finally amended the motion of MT Babcock- Mir. Bradford. of MontviHe, spoke in favor of the Babcock plan, as did also MT. Curry of Lebanon. Both believed 1t unwise to ask for too much Mir. Holt. of New London, favored the amendment, that is the road be- tween Norwich and Groton. He be- lieved it well to concentrate on one plan.
 MT. Bradford said the Westerly route was only five miles long while on the east side of the river the dis tance was fourteen miles.
 MT. Henderson, of Norwich, said there was good road from Norwich to Gales Ferry. but from there to Groten was the toughest road in all New England.
 MT. Allyn, of Ledyard. said the idea prevailed that Ledyard did nothing. There is good road through Ledyard and to Stoddard's wharf, and Ledyard had done its share of good road work
 Mir. Henderson said this stretch of state road was out of repair, and in very poor condition.
 Mir. Babcock said the town of Ston- ington would not be directly benefit ted. The road from Norwich to Vest erly is an unfinished trunk line. MT. Geary, of Waterford, said it was a question which was the best road,
 
 partment favor. He conceded the Nor wfch -Groton road was in depIorable condition, but he favored the improve ment Of route suggested by MT. Bab- cock.
 The amendment of MT. Williams was lost, and the county went on record as favortng the improvement of the high way between Norwich and Westerly.
 MT. Curry, of Lebanon, asked for en- lightenment on the proposed new bridge at Mantle
 MT. Geary, of Waterford. stated that the bridge connects the town of Wa terford and East Lyme. The state bought the bridge by sondemnation not on trunk line but is very much used. The present bridge could be repaired at an expense of 35.000, but the federal government has ordered a that it must be six feet; higher than the present bridge. It would be to the advantage of the county if the state would pay the whole or part of the cost, as the tncurrence of the expense was not an act of the county. The county commissioners recommend a change of. location, 50 as to connect with the direct road, and avoid two sharp turns, and . strong current that the foundation. The en- ginsers favor the proposed new ioca- ton, 1t would cost rore, but be more economic in the end, as the upkeep would be reduced to the minimum This matter has been heard by the committee on cities and boroughs. The governor says if the state aid is given this bridge. that same aid must be given to other towns interested in Nike bridges. The federal government has made declaration that there must be q change in the bridge. At the present bridge there is e space of two and a half feet under the bridge at high wa ter. and the government says there must be eight feet space. The out look is dubious for state aid. This new bridge ts demanded by the government by December 31. 1sff, and 1t would be l we'll for the county to take definite ac- ton to show the government, and
Norwich bulletin., 1917-02-15

there should. be reason given when an extension of time is given
 Clerk Fox read the order of the gov ernment in relation to the bridge. There must be a clear draw of 45 feet and specified that the area must not be decreased. The clerk also read a letter from the engineers office in New London. It compiled in detail with the direct orders of the government. If there is failure to comply with the or der the penalty is 5000. If an opening is made within the time is all the gov ernment asks, and suggests the refnov- al of the present bridge until new one is constructed.
 MT. Curry spoke of the traffic on the bridge, and did not favor repair of the old bridge, but that the old one could be used while the new one is in course of. construction. He suggested the of the old bridge and the site propos- ed for the new.
 Senator Barnes said if effort was made to repair the old bridge, there would be excessive land damages. He favored the location suggested by Mir Geary. where the land damages would be but $500. and there would be a last ing structure.
 MT. Haines. who is in charge of the bridge, spoke of the strong current. and the risk of life there. He favored the new location.
 MT. Curry said he was in favor of the proposed new location.
 County Commissioner Lamphere said there was no doubt but tho new loea- ton was the most desirable. He said Commissioner Smith was unable to at tend and that he desired a continuation of the meeting for a week.
 MT. Gosham, of Lisbon, favored ad- journn1ent for 8 week and 1t was so or dered-
 Mir. Geary moved that a committee of five be appointed to wait on the gov ernor and urge state aid for the bridge. The chair appointed Messrs Geary, Wilcox. Bradford, Bailey and Curry.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-02-15
HIGHWAYS OF NEW LONDON COUNTY by New London County Members of the General
 Assemby-Brdge at Mantle Was Discussed Report of
 Business Transacted Branches of Legislature

for the construction and maintenance of highways under an act of congress and pledging the faith of the state to make available sufficient funds to en- able the state to carry out the pro- visions fthe federal act. Calendar
 More Judges.
 The following were elected to the judSeships of local courts: Nehemiah Candee and George H. Vosburgh, as judges of the city court of Norwalk; Alexander Arnot. judge. and Robert B. Carney, deputy judge Of Manches- ter: William J. Malone, judge, and s. Russell Mink, deputy judge, of Bristol; William B. Colt, of New London; Howard w.. Curtis, judge, and Frank E. Blakeman, deputy judge and Charles J. Martin, deputy, of Or ange; James R. Mead, judge, and Frederick A. Hubbard, deputy of Greenwich; Samuel Young. judge, and Stamford: Frank H. Foss of Willi- mantle; John H. Kirkham. assistant judge of New Britain; John o. Shares, judge, and Frederick w. Deitter, dep of Stoninston: Robert L. Munger. as judge, and Milton c. Isbell, deputy, of Ansonia; Edwin R. Kelsey, judge. and Frederick l.. Ayerill. deputy, of George S. Willis, deputy, of Shelton; Arthur M. Brown judge, and Frank B. Robinson. deputy. of Griswold; Frederick P. Latimer. judge, and A. F. Hewitt, deputy. of Groton; Oswin H. D. Fowler, judge, and Henry l.. Davis, deputy. of Wallingford; John E.. Fisk, judge. and John E.. Fahey. asso- ciate judge of Rockville; William H. Heald of Stafford Springs; s. Victor Prince, assistant judge of New Lon- don, and Thomas P. Dunne of Mert- den.
 Report of Committees.
 Judiciary-FavorabIe on substitute bill directing the secretary of state to have printed cheap edition of the public acts of the session with the comptrollers statement of the re- ceipts and expenses of the state for the current year. the state constitu- tion for distribution among the clerks of towns in the state. Calendar.
 FEnanceJUnfavorabd on bill ex@ empting the property of the Knights of Columbus of Bridgeport from taxa ton. Bill rejected.
 Railroads-Favorable on bill to a1- low the Litchfield County company to extend it's tracks; extending the time for the organization of the Putnam and Rhode Island Railway company the New York. New Ha-l ven and Hartford Railroad company to discontinue the operation Of trains and to abandon a portion of It's right of way in Old Saybroo. Calendar.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-02-15

action showed he was proud or tht honor. On the day the Soldiers mon. umenr was dedicated, he led the pros -cessfon, and walked tip the steps C1 the park to the monument. His f9- -mtliar. form will be missed by tbe townspeople. f Zero Weathsr.
 Although the temperature has fof three days hung around zero, and some nights and 10 below, there haa ed with water pipes. Plumbers say that most freezes in water and sewer pipes occur on a rising temperature Wednesday, for a few hours fin tho middle of the day the mercury rose Benjamin Lamothe, Former Resident
 Benjamin Lamothe, who died re- gently in New Bedford, was well known here. He married a Jewett City girl, Miss Hannah Shea. His brother, Joseph, was in the employ of Matthew Carey here for several years.
 The deceased was an inspector of police in New. Bedford and a few months ago he came here after a man named King who was wanted in New - - c. A--AaSkoH- HL ----
 c. A. Haskell was confined to his bed all day Wednesday as the result of very serious attack of acute in- digestion Tuesday evening. Dr. Jeu- niHgs was summoned and with the eX- ception of two hours was in attend ance all night. Wednesday evening his condition was somewhat improved.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-02-15
Special to The Bu1letin0

Hartford, Conn, Feb. 14.-Prior tc the opening of the general assembly Souvenir" Taylor, placed valentines in. observance of the day, on the desks of members. Speaker Healey called the house to order and, after prayer by Chaplain Benedict, retired and called Representative Peasley to the chair. There was change in reference of many bills. and also the rejection o1 a number of duplicate bills, also several from the coaaIait&ee on agriculture rel ative to fire wardens.
 UnfavorabIe Reports.
 MT. Vail, of Winchester, suggested that in making unfavorable reports, that they be acted upon. without ex- planation, unless explanation is called for by some member. There was no objection.
 Messengers Uniforms.
 A resolution was passed authorizing the payment of $15 to each of'the mes- sengers and doorkeepers of the house in payment for their uniform coats. National Guard Pay.
 The committee on military affairs re- ported favorably a resolution authoriz- ing the comptroller to pay members, land National Guard or Naval Mill tia, the balance due them as salary for the present session. Tabled for calendar
 Judges at Milford.
 The judiciary committee made sew eral favorable reports which included the appropriation of James D. Brown judge and George J. Smith, deputy judge of town court of Milford; also, establishing the borough court of Stafford Springs. The judges were ap- pointed under suspension of rules.
 Business From Senate.
 Bills were received. passed in the senate. concerning the incorporation of Banks and Trust. companies: re- serve fund in state banks and trust reports to bank commits sioners. Tabled for calendar.
 Calendar Business.
 These bills were taken from the cal- endar and passed: Act amending the of town court of Orange; con cerning collection of taxes; department of finance for town of New Milford; town court of Milford act; charter of Pawcatuck Fire amending act establishing town court of Killingly (text in We'd nesday's Bulletin); amending charter Boys club of Bridgeport; amending amending authority to town of New Milford to erect Library building and Memorial hall; act concerning pay-s ments for support of Middlesex Coun- ty Bar Library association. carrying an of $500: act concerning registration and taxation of motor boats.
 6abeeet's Amendment Lost.
 When the act concerning the regis tration of motor boats, was taken from the calendar, MT. Babcock offered an that the town clerks fee be 25 cents, instead of 50 cents. The was lost.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-02-15

15 years. consumption: John C. Ear nacki. If months. acute indigestion; Clotide Guillotte, "A years, fatty de- generation of heart; Edith Wharton, 25 years, vericella.
 There were nine births during the month.
 Main Street Property Sold.
 W. H. Brown has sold his property on Main street, occupied by Mrs. Eli zabeth Desforges. milliner. and Solo mon Paquette.y has been sold to Paul Anthony of Griswold.
 2s Degrees Below in Canada.
 Mrs. Grace La Bovine. who is- in the borough for few days to attend the funeral of her brother says the ther- mometer registered 2S degrees below when she left her home in Cornwall, Ontario. Monday.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-02-15

Lawrence Krauss captured first Plainfield Rifle and Gun Club, held Tuesday night. He obtained an ave- rage of 2Ss out of a possible 1250 points 239, G. Babcock 232, A. A. Chae 232, J. Peterson, 230, S. Chabott 226, F. Congdon PA, H. Ensling 222, w Cantwell 220, T. Flynn 219, E. Bab- cock 219, G. Hutchinson 21S, A. Hill ton 21S. E. Mercier 214, F. Lynch 211. I. Mercier 206. F. Evans POS, E. Lyon POI, J. Burby 200, F. King 199, J. Lea hy 1s7. J. Lees 196, J.. Krauss 1S2.
 At tile next shoot of the club, two teams will be chosen from amongst Babcock as captains, respectively. A .clam supper is to be served to the members and the losing team isc to settle for all expenses and it is there fore expected that some high class shooting will take place
 A prize shoot is to take place at the last meeting of the month.
 Attended Moosups, Dance
 Plainfield sent a large delegation to the masquerade dance held in Milner hall, Moosup, Wednesday evening, given under the auspices of the Bach elor Boys and Bachelor Girls.
 Briefs of Mention.
 The weekly whist party of the Children of Mary society held We'd nesday evening in the St. Johns as- sembly rooms, was well attended.
 Miss Edith Dawley is i'll at her home on Lawton Heights.
 Max Singer of Providence R. l., was caller here Wednesday.
 w. J. Harrington of New York city was in town Wednesday.
 E. L. Houlihan of PasSaic, N. J. was in Plainf1eld Wednesday