Norwich bulletin., 1917-02-23
BALTIC
Village Described in M. U. Bulletin Housewives to Boycott High Prices Personals.

The following extract taken from the M. U. Bulletin, written by a. Baltic writer, giving a description of the vil- l 1age of Baltic and a brief outline of Loyal Samaritan lodge. which was in stituted through the efforts of Hugh H. Osgood Lodge of Norwich The ex- tract follows: Baltic, Conn, is reached by train on the Providence and WiIli- mantle division of the New York, New Haven and Hartford road, and by trolley on the Shore Line Electric railroad. It is eight miles from Nor wich and 12 miles from WiIIimantic with population of 2300. Lying in the valley of the Shetucket river, it is bountifully blessed by nature. Wooded acres and farmlands abound In the summer time the river is a source of much pleasure, row boats, motor boats and canoes being in evidence, while along the banks quaint camps are To- cated which add to the picturesque ness of the scenery and to the health Of the sojourners. In the fall months game is plentiful and hunters reap 9 rich harvest. The followers of Izaak Walton also spend many a profitable hour here. Fishing through the ice is indulged in extensively during the winter months. To an observing ing the day. his first impression would undoubtedly be one seduc solitude On coming down Depot Hill, however, he will hear the wl1ir of machinery, on his right. he will notice the big dam through whose agency the motive pow CT is supplied to the splendid plant of the Baltic Mills Co. on the left. Since its organization Is years ago this com to none for its production of fine cot ton goods. First class machinery and the finest raw materials procurable, coupled with skilled help and a capa- ryf o1x1 cessible, make for an efficiency that might well be envied. There are also two worsted mills in the town. The public building would do credit to a Social Club. which is up to date in ev- cry respect. thanks to the Sayles fam fly. It is in the assembly hall of this club that Samaritan lodge meets. A little over 10 years ago. to be exact, the above lodge came into being through the efforts of 1T members cf Hugh H. Osgood lodge of Norwich. Persistent effort, backed up by sturdy individualism is our motto.
 Mrs. Holmes Resting Comfortably
 Mrs Daniel Holmes, who recently underwent an operation in St. Joseph's hospital, Willimantic. is resting com fortably.
 Miss Annie Dunn. R. N, of New London is the guest of her sister, Mrs. Owen McShean.
 Sugar Shortage.
 Owing to the sugar shortage, Baltic merchants placed their limit at 1-2 pounds to each customer on Thursday. Sugar sold for 10 cents per pound and people in town were compelled in a number of instances to economize.
 C. O. Murphy of Norwich has in stalled in w. J. Miners cottage the hot water system of heating.
 Unclaimed Letters.
 Unclaimed letters remaining at the Baltic post office for the week ending Feb. F. are addressed to: F. B. White, P. J. McManus. Ludger Dion.
 To Boycott High Prices.
 Local people will soon form a union to boycott the present high prices charged for potatoes. One lady in town stated Thursday that she would canvass Baltic to obtain signatures of housewives to refrain from purchasing products at the present outlandish prices charged by farmers, who always seem to have a ready supply to meet the demand.
 Thursday CWashington's Birthday flags were waving from public build ings and residences