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Norwich bulletin., 1917-05-28
OBITUARY.
Hiram Cook.

Hiram Cook, one of Norwich's most highly respected citizens, died Satur- day morning at : o'clock after an ill., ness that confined him to his bed Tor the past two months. MT. Cook had been in failing health for the past five years.
 Wealthy Huntley Cook, was born in ed at home, working on the farm. un- tfi 21 years of age, and then went to Lenox, N. Y. On returning to Pres ton he taught school near Poquetanuck, end Lenox, N. Y. During the early years of his life MT. Cook acquired good theoretical knowledge of civil engineering by self study, and he first began practical work in that business under A. s. Robbins of Norwich, as engineer in the construction of the New London, Willimantic and Palmer railroad, which is now operated by the Central Vermont. He remained with Mr Robbins for nearly two years and was employed a leveler on the pre- iiminary survey for a railroad. After this he went to Dedham. Mass, and was there an engineer in the construc tion of the Midland railroad, which is now operated by the New York, New Haven and Hartford Railroad company. This was followed by the relocation and construction of the Barring and
 
 which he went to St. John, New Brunswick, on the European and North American railroad. In a short time he was obliged to leave his work and go to Lenox, N. Y., where he taught school for a term. After this he re- turned to Norwich and assisted his former employer, A. s. Robbins.
 On June 1, 1860. he entered the em ploy of the Norwich and Worcester Railroad company as clerk in the ma chine shOp and in 1S66 he was ap- pointed engineer and roadnaster of the company. He remained in that posi- tion until July 1. 1881, having charge of the maintenance of the tracks be- Later he located an extension of the road from Allynis Point to Groton. After severing his connection with the Norwich and Worcester Railroad com pany he became connected with the Boston and Maine and later with the Boston and Concord railroad as an ex- pert inspector. Since 1890 he had done little engineering work except what he performed for the Norwich Water Power company, Of which he has been president for number of years.
 Mr Cook was united in marriage with Hannah s. Woodcock of Barring, Me. on Dec. 12, 1856, who survives with one son: Asahel Robbins Cook of Seattle. Wash There is also a grandson. Richard Hiram Cook.
 In politics MT Cook was a republi- can. He was a 32d degree Mason, be- ing member of Somerset lodge Franklin chapter, Franklin council, Columbian commandery and a charter member of the Scottish Rite orders.
 Daniel Donahue.
 Daniel Donahue. who was burned recently in a fire at the East Side mill, died Friday afternoon. MT. Donao hue was a member of the Third Go. Coast Artillery of this city.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-05-28
ST. JosEPH's soDALITY
 TO REMEMBER DEAD.
Holy Sacrifice of the Mass to Be of- fered Memorial Day for 37 Members Service at St. Mary's Church.

In accordance with custom, Memorial day the members of St. Joseph's So- dality and Literary association will a2- tend Memorial mass for those mem bers of the organization who have died since it's institution. This year the mass is to be in St. Mary's church.
 Those for whom the holy sacrifice will be offered are Richard A. Collins, James ODonnell, Thomas r. Skeliy, Bernard Toner, Daniel M. Shea, Frank J. Sullivan, Thomas J. Connor, Jere- miah Quinlan, Timothy c. Lucy. James M. Welch, James Flanagan. James Shanahan, Thomas Trfhy. John D. Driscoll. Matthew Byrne. John P. Ken nedy, John Mulcahey Florence P. James Downey, Charles McCarthy, Mi chael J. Donahue, Thomas McSamara, Danie. J. McGarry, William F. Corkery John F. Foley. Frank Fitzpatrick James Sheedy, Daniel F. Connor. John R. McNamara, James Weldon. Dr. P H. Hartman, John F. Coughlin. Charles E.. Brady, Nicholas Tarrant- Patrick W. Caples, Thomas M. Shea. P. T. Sheehan.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-05-28
DIAMOND THIEVES HELD
 FOR SUPERIOR COURT
Were Bound Over to Criminal Term
 Under Bonds of $2.ooo Each-

Harry and Edward Johnson and James Cunningham, the trio of dia- mond thieves arrested for the Nor wich police by the Middletown author term of the criminal court by Judge John H. Barnes in the city court on Saturday morning. Bonds were fixed at $2,o00 and in default they went to Jail
 Police officials from New Brunswick, N. J., were in this city on Saturday morning and wanted to take the men back to New Jersey but the local au- thorities decided to try them here first. The automobile which the men were using is in IMiddletown. In the ma chine were found dies which the men had evidently been using to alter au- tomobile numbers.
 Two at least of the trio of diamond Thieves caught in this city by the local police for the Norwich authorities, where they had robbed a jeWelry store, Friday afternoon, on investigation have proven to be notorious criminals who are wanted all over the east for jewelry and automobile thefts, said Saturdays s Middletown Press. The two are known as the famous Johnson brothers, George and Edward and their home originally was in Bridgeport The men are said to have made speciality of stealing a number of Ford cars, and then changing the parts about, so that no one can definitely identify his prop
 
 this city, according to the belief of the police.
 At the present time the Bridgeport police have five or six cars stolen by the Johnson brothers which they have been unable to return to their proper owners for this reason. When not en- gagged in steaiinE cars, the men turned their attention to jeweIry stores, and are said to be wanted in Bridgeport, Springfield, New York, Westfield, Mass New Bruins wick N. J. and other places. In West1eld and New Brunswick the men are said to be wanted for footing jewelry stores. New charge against them. that of jail breaking, for the men were caught there and managed to break out of the New Brunswick jail and make their escape. The third man in the party has not been identified as yet, but is believed to be a young fellow named Ariba of Bridgeport, who has been hanging around with them. One of the trio is also believed to be the young man arrested by the local police last summer for the Meriden police on a charge of stealing automobile tubes.
 Further investigation of the car the men were riding confirms beyond any question of doubt that the machine was stolen. It was made in the Ford factories. the motor being cast on Feb 2, but the number of the engine had been changed and was higher than any that have yet been put on the market. In the car were found num- Der of small steel punches used for the changing of the numbers on the en- zine, proving that the men were in- the habit of stealing car, waiting until the engine got hot and then changing the numbers. This rendered detection less easy
Norwich bulletin., 1917-05-28
VICTORY FOR THE Y. M. 6. A.
Total $125OO0 Raised for Building Fund Makes Pledges Binding-Palmer Brothers Pledge $2,5OO Through George S. Palmer of New London-A Glorious Finish Hailed With Delight by Team Workers.

and blessing and also to express our special thanks to the following:
 To the people one and all who have by their generous giving in this great campaign made possible this hour of success;
 To the pastors of the churches for public endorsement and cooperation;
 To the press of the city for gen campaign;
 To the ladies of the auxiliary who have so effectively helped in the serv- ing of the campaign lunches;
 To any and all who have in any way assisted to bring about this great result
 To M. c. Williams, the campaign manager, whose wisdom has helped us to solve many problems and whose ability as a leader inN such a great movement has been fully demon strated.
 The executive committee desires to splendid work of the generals, cap tains and team members who have shown an unusual spirit of sacrifice during the campaign week, and to ev- cry individual who has by his or her contribution made the victory possi- ble the committee expresses profound gratitude.
 As long ago as last September the executive committee began making definite plans and quiet canvass was made for large subscriptions and sev- eral of the leading citizens responded in a royal manner, so that long before the active campaign began about s3500 had been promised, and with this large amount already secured the commit tee felt encouraged to adhere to the original plan and the result of Sat urday night proved the wisdom of pressing the campaign which would have been impossible for several years if there had been a postpon ement at this time.
 Have Real Civic Pride.
 The loyal citizens of the Rose of New England have shown in no un- mistakable way that they have a real civic pride, and that when the test comes they are ready to measure up to the standard in providing adequate- ly for the needs of the men and boys of the community. and the many who have made contributions to this wor- thy object, will. without doubt, receive dividends on their investment which will bring to them far greater joy and satisfaction than dividend ir dollars. for no investment can com pare with the investment in character According to the conditions on the pledges a proper proportion of tho money will be devoted for war relic work for Y. M- C. A. extension work Three auditors, E. Y. Messenger, Guy B. Dolbeare and H. D. Johnson. have been appointed to go over the figures
Norwich bulletin., 1917-05-28

The strenuous campaign of one week for a new Y. M. c. A. building for which plans were laid many months ago was brought to successful close at II o'clock Saturday night when the magnificent sum of $125,000 was as- sured, thus making the pledges bind ing and assuring the success of the enterprise.
 Another Generous Pledge.
 Among the pleasant surprises which brought great joy to the hearts or the Y. M c. A. campaign workers was the message from George S. Palmer, of New London. Just as the reports were being received at the luncheon on Saturday night when the goal or S125,O 5,O00 seemed impossible, the phone bell rang and President Case answered the call at the other end of the wire was Mir Palmer who inquired how the campaign was going and stated that Palmer Brothers wanted to sub scribe $2,500. President Case repeat ed the message to the tired workers ed heartily for several minutes while the kind friend in New London list ened to this demonstrati tion of appre- ciation This message proved a great inspiration to the teams and the men left the building to put forth hnaI by 10 o'clock at which time the final report was to be given.
 It will be remembered that MT. Pal mer pledged three thousand dollars on the occa sion of the opening dinner of the campaign on Friday evening, May IS, at the Wauregan hotel.
 The final results of the campaign follow:
 Division A-Mayor Allyn L. Brown,
 Ganerat
Norwich bulletin., 1917-05-28
SURPRISE PARTY
Pleasant Evening Spent at Home of
 Miss Helen Weisgraber.

Miss Helen Weissraber was pleas antly surprised at her home on Kin ney avenue Friday evening. Many games were enjoyed and solos wet e rendered by the Misses Anna HusseY and Madeline Grodotzke accompanied on the piano by Sterrill M. Chase. What Do You Want to Make Those Eyes at Me For? was sung by Ray mond Fitzgerald.
 Refreshments were served by Mrs. Weisgraber, assisted by Mrs. Hussey and MrSA Grodotzke. The party broke up at aWate hour.
 Those present were: Miss Helen Weisgraber, Madeline Grodotzke, Anna HUssey. Charlotte Bellows, Elizabeth Mccarthy, Nora Magle, Kathryn Lasch, Loretta Lasch, Carrie Waldren, Elsie Bromeley, Viola Lowell. Joseph inc Berberick, Sterrill haseC. Frank Battersby, Lester Bellows. Timothy Brewer, James Kearnev. Raymond Fitzgerald, Phillip Hall. Harold Hum phrey, Frank Lamb, Harold Billings, Lloyd Rathbun and John Crimins
Norwich bulletin., 1917-05-28

began taking it and am now in good health and am cured. took the Con- pound three times . day after meals, and on retiring at night. Ialways keep 8 bottle in the house. Mrs. l.. N. BURNHAx, 295 South St, Jamaica, NY.
 Women who recover their health nat urally tell others what helped them. Some write and allow their names and photographs to be published with testi- monials. Many more tell their friends. Write Lydia E. Pinkham hIedi- cine Go. (cOnfidentiaD, Lynn, Mass, for anything you need to know about your ailments.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-05-28
IS APPOINTED WOMAN
 DEMONSTRATION AGENT
Miss Nellie Jane Campbell Secured by Special Committee from Farm Su- reau.


 The special committee appointed by
 the executive committee of the New
 London County Farm Bureau TOT tHe purpose of securing the services or ah experienced woman to assume the O. flee of home demonstration agent TOT
 this county have announced the ap
 pointment of Miss Nellie Jane camp
 bell of the Teachers College Columpla
 University, who win take up the du- ties on June 4 The special commit
 tee appointed by the executive com mittee comprised President Charles r.
 Bushnell, County Agent F. c. Warner and Miss Maud E.. Hayes, home dem
 onstration agent or the state.
 Miss Campbell is a native of Litch- field. III. and is a graduate of the high school at Evanston, ILL She
 graduated from the Teachers College in 1908, receiving a teachers diploma Miss Campbell taught home economies for three years in the high school al Colufbus, O., two years at Baker uni home economies for year in Idaho. Last year she taught at the Horace Mann High school. New York city. Miss Campbell has also taught sum mer courses.
 She has specialized in demonstra- tion work, nutrition, plain and fancy cooking, clothing and textiles. hand and millinery. She has carried on dem monstration work with women in Kansas and Idaho and gave lectures to
 women, granges, and farmers inst1-
 tuees on gardening and canning in New Jersey For two summers she She comes highly recommended by the Teachers College and by heads of the various schools with which she has been identified
Norwich bulletin., 1917-05-28
Win Hear of tho Food Situation.

The town food committee of Preston through Chairman Shedd. have called a meeting for this evening fn Grange hall to consider questions relating f1 the food situation. The speakers u-iII be Senator John IT. Barnes County Agent F. C. Warner and members 0f the committee. The comm ittea r1n1- prises Geo. V. Shedd chairman. John Hollowell, master or the grange ar- pletOn Main of the school board FHrer Selectman Smith. C. C- Za1-.sri- rf the school board. and F. 2. Barnes director of the farm bureau
Norwich bulletin., 1917-05-28
KITCHEN SHOWER.
Held For Miss Almira Frink in Honor
 of Her Approaching Marriage.

neighborhood surprise shower was held Saturday evening for Miss Almira Frink in honor of her approaching marriage to Harry Williams Ward which will take place the last of the week. The shower was held at the home of Miss Louise Worcester on Asylum street where Miss Frink in answer to a summons found the neigh bors had sembied, each one armed with q kitchen utensil.
 Refreshments were served at a pret- tily arranged table where large, hand somely decorated brides cake was the center of attraction.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-05-28
MISSING GIRL FOUND
 IN VERSAILLES WOODS.
Discovered Saturday Afternoon in a
 Weakened Condition by Boys.

Little Kostick Constandini, who has been missing from her home on lower North Main street since May 11th, was found in the woods near Versailles, on the Oecum side, Saturday afternoon by two boys from Taftviile who were s+roIIine in the woods The child was found in a very weakened condition, lying upon the ground. The boys took the girl to the home of Constable Reeves in Taftville, WsSere she was at tended by Dr. George Thompson. She was later removed to her home on North Main street. Her condition ne cessitates the attendance of trained nurse.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-05-28
PAINTERS TO DEMAND
 A WAGE INCREASE
Want $40 Week of Forty four Hours
 After July First.

At a special meeting of the local Painters and Decorators union Sat urday night in Carpenters hall, the question of an advance in wages was discussed. The matter has been in conference with some of the employ CTS for some time. The men at the present time are paid SIS per week for A hours and in view of the prevail ing conditions. s20 had been request ed some time ago. It was unanimous ly voted that after July 1, the mini mum wage for all painters will be $20. The meeting was very largely at tended.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-05-28
PInosd copper sulphite in Rs.e-ls--

On Saturday between seven and eight hundred pounds or copper e-.- phine was placed in the stony brook reservoir by men under tne direction of Supt Edwin l.. Euruap. The cru- per sulphite has been placed lr Ire reservoir for the purpose or killing Inc hshy taste and bad Od0r Of the water
Norwich bulletin., 1917-05-28
FUN ERALS
Walter Buruoyne.

The funeral of Walter Bursoyne of Fitchville, who died suddenly on Fri day, was held from the chapel rooms of Henry Allen & Son Co.,, with rela- tfves and friends attending. Rev. s. H. Howe, DID,, pastor of the Park Congregational church, ofnciated and friends acted as bearers. Burial was in Maplewood cemetery.
 James OIcott.
 MT. and Mrs. w. Tyler Olcott, of Church street were in New York Fri day to attend the funeral of MT. Ol- cott's uncle, James Olcott, held from his residence, No. 42 West 12th street
 MT Olcott, who died suddenly on Wednesday, was a brother of the late William NJ. Oleott, of Norwich, and member of a prominent Chicago fam ily.. He was a frequent visitor in this city and had a number of acquaint- ances in Norwich society
 The government of India has sent a special commission. to Australia to purchase foodstuffs.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-05-28
PERSONALS

Ballouville on business during the week.
 Miss Grace D. Wheeler. of Stoning- ton was in Norwich during the past week. V Mrs Newton Dickenson of New Lon don, formerly of this city, was vis- itor in Norwich Sunday.
 Horace Coyle of Philadelphia, for merly of this city, spent the week end here with his parents.
 Mrs Arthur Mott and Miss Florence of Wauregan, were in Norwich recent ly, guests of Miss Maud Houck.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-05-28

weak, 0lZzy, ner-
 vous, with ho t flashes and felt very miserable, as [ was irregular for two years. One day when I was feeling unusually bad my 'sister-in-law came I n and 8 laid, T wish you would try E. Pinkham's lCo-nOr111 Cn r
Norwich bulletin., 1917-05-28
TO RUN DAY
 AND NIGHT SHIFTS. Local Plant of Brainerd & Armstrong Company to Relieve New London Plant.

In order to relieve the New London plant, which is working on big gov ernrnent order the local mill run by the Mrainerd & Armstrong company will run on two shifts daily. The em- sployes will receive a very substantial bonus The preparatory departments will start immediately and portion or the weaving department will start on the new schedule as soon as possible.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-05-28
Hung May Basket to Miss Pauline
 Deshefy.

Friday evening about twenty young friends of Miss Pauline Deshefy hung a large May basket at her home on the Canterbury turnpike. A pleasant ev- ening was spent in various games and music. There were vocal and instru- mental selections and refreshments were served.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-05-28
Summary.

1OLdAS 1-0,OVO
 -*Inciudes Saturday noon report.
 Resolutions Passed. Before adjournment of the campaign workers on Saturday night the fol- lowing resolutions were unanimously passed:
 As members of the campaign organ ization, we desire to accord our pro- found gratitude to God for his favor
Norwich bulletin., 1917-05-28

There have been fresh earthquake shocks at Monterehi, which is now in complete ruins. The King of Italy has subscribed sz,oo0 for the benent of-stfe sufferers.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-05-28
& GIFTS
 9FCrthe Graduates

A large assortment of Bracelets and Bracelet Watches, including Wa1tham and Elgcfn. S2.0O and up.
 Is J. AK Gold Bracelet Watch, S17.00. Genuine La Tausca Pearls of all sizes, S2.00 and up.
 full line of Solid Gold Signet and Stone Rings.
 Gentlemen's Watches in AK gold and gold filled, S400 and up.
 All goods fully guaranteed.
 J. OGULNICk & co. s2 Franklin St. Norwich
Norwich bulletin., 1917-05-28

More than 5000 Canadians have joined the British navy since the war begun.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-05-28
MRS. BURNHAM
 JAMAICA, N. Y.
Sufferings Cured by Medi- cine Recommended by
 Sister-in-IaW.

Jamaica, N. Y.-'1 suffered greatly with my head and with backache, was
Norwich bulletin., 1917-05-28

The clock above will appear each morning in The Bulletin and will show the progress made daily in the $750,- 900 building campaign launched by the M C. A. Tha- date, circle Rhows.the
Norwich bulletin., 1917-05-28
MEMORIAL DAY PARADE
 MOVES AT 2.s1
Formation and Line of March An nounced by Chief Marshal Gale.

 Chief Marshal Charles W. Gale has announced the details for the forna- tion Of the Memorial Day parade There will be an innovation in con- nection with the parade this year. The line will move from BuckinEha Me morial a t 2.31 o'clock in the afternoon The marshal and his aides and others will all be dismounted. The aged and infirm veterans will ride in automo- piles loaned for the occasion by public spirited citizens and city and town officials will ride in carriages having Sedgwick post and the Citizens corps in their lead and the members of the Red Cross at the rear The parade cause of the large number of compan- ies in line. Co. I, First Infantry. C. N. G., Captain Griswold, will follow Maj. John A. Hagberg and staff in tillery will follow this infantry com pany.
 The procession will be formed as follows:
 Platoon of Police
 Capt. Dennis J. Twomey Chief Marshal Col. Chas. w. Gale
 Aides N. J. Ayling, J. Harry Shannon, Chas. A. Gager, Jr., Frank J. Murtha
 Otto F. Ernst
 Tubbs' Military Band Major John A. HagberE and Staff Co. I: First Infantry, c. N. c.
 Capt. A. Fl. Griswold 5th Co. Coast Artillery, c. N. G.
 Capt. William c. Tarbox. srd Co. Coast Artillery, C. N. G. Capt. William R. Denison.
 Co. 1, Home Guard
 Lieut.. Stephen J. Kehoe
 N. F. 4. Battalion
 Capt. Charles A. Hagberg
 Tierney Cadets
 Capt, Ernest Gagnon
 Boy Scouts Benj. M. Bruce. Commissioner
 Sons of Veterans Capt. Arthur l.. Peale Sedgwick Post. No. 1, c. A. R. Orrin M. Price, Commander
 Citizen Corps
 City and Town Government
 Red Cross Ths-fcllowtns are the formation
Norwich bulletin., 1917-05-28

Totals ... ....46 1866 $50 166S3 *Previously rep'td5O4 14S17 Totals .... $50 166s3 Division B-James c. Macpherson,
 General.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-05-28

THERE Is no advertising medium Tn Eastern Connecticut equal to The Bull letin for business fresuits.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-05-28

To date, only eight of the 34 doc tors in this county who expressed their intention to enlist in the medical re- serve corps have taken the next step towards enlistment by sending on their apTlicS tion blanks
Norwich bulletin., 1917-05-28

T. Frank Doo1an of New York city, who iIas been appointed chief clerk for tna New York, New Haven and Hertford railroad at New London, and has taken up his duties at that place is the young gest chief clerk in the em- plov of the railroad
Norwich bulletin., 1917-05-28

The current Catholic Transcript rctes that the annual retreat of the diocesan clergy will be held at Manre- August 27th- to September 1st. and September 2rd. to Sth. the dates being unusually late this year.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-05-28

Connecticut is the first state { star GardiZe disinfectants. a step re gi.~1ed by physicians as of great i'm portsnce at this time because of th war and the flood of worthless disir fectants on the market. Members the medical profession have long ir sisted on such a law.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-05-28

T~'nitv Methodist Sunday School hoard et 2 r4eeting Thursday even iEG. planned 70 have a ChiIdren's Day concert. T-,ne I?tfl. q week later than schedule tinIe. The committee is Mrs E. N. \ewotr.-. Mss Gray, Mrs. John A. Morgap and Mrs Frank J. King.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-05-28

Yesterday at St. Patrick's church Rev. NyIes ?. Calvin preached on the Feast of pentecost, following the two great festivals of Churctmas and East CT i11 the church year. when the Holy Ghost drought to the disciples enlight- ennrant, zeal and fidelity to persevere urzio the end.