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Norwich bulletin., 1917-02-03
BROOKLYN.
Seleetman Oliver F. Downs Given Sur prise Party On His Birthday Dance at Grange HaIl-Lineoln Ex- ercises Planned.

A surprise party was given Select man Oliver E. Downs, Tuesday eve ming, Jan. 30, at the home of Mrs. Victor Smith of Allen Hill, Brooklyn
 Mrs. Smith had invited MT. and Mrs. Downs to spend the evening at her home. On arriving MT. Downs was in vited to the neighborhood house. On he found the hall filled with guests who had been invited to celebrate his forty first birthday. After MT. Downs had recovered from his great surprise, all present were invited to partake of the tempting collation. which had been prepared by the hostess The even ing was pleasantly spent in songs, rec itations and readings. Miss Abbie
 Witter had written a poem, after which the following program was carried out: Song, the Welden quar- tette, of Danielson; tenor solo, MT. Berriman; reading, Gum Swamp De- bate, Rev. George Genung, D. D.; duet,
 Mrs. John F. Meyer and Miss Myrtle Meyer: recitation, MT. McKune; song. Leslie Tanning: reading, Miss Abbie
 Witter; song, Welden quartette. Each number on the program received ap- plause. At the end of the program
 MT. McKune of Danielson, took a flash light picture of all present.
 Local Interests.
 The Bobs of Brooklyn gave an oys- ter supper Friday evening which was a great success.
 The dance given at Grange hall Fri day evening by the members of Brook lyn Grange, No. 43, was well attendSd.
 The Congregational Sunday school Sunday, Feb. Il. after the church ser vices.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-02-03
WEST THOMPSON
Fourth Quarterly Conference Held at M. E. Church-Pastor Invited to Re- turn, His Tenth Year.


 Miss Ellen Sundstrom is ill Her sister Elsie is caring for her. v
 Miss Edith Buell. has recovered from illness SO as to be able to attend school again.
 The fire at Thompson Center last Saturday, when the Baptist church was burned, was quite visible here.
 Quarterly Conference.
 The fourth quarterly conference of the M. E. church was held in the yes- try last Saturday afternoon. Rev. G. G. Scrivener presided. The pastor was invited back for another year. At the first of April 1917, Mr. Miller will have been with this people ten years as their pastor Rev. J. R. Miller's morning subject at the NJ. B. church last Sunday was Looking to Jesus. Text, John 3: 14. And as Moses lifted up the serpent in the wilderness, even so must the Son of Man be lifted up." Pardon is not to be found in father, mother, brother, sister or, friend, but in believing in Jesus Christ as Gods dear Son. Peter tells us in the .4th chapter of Acts, 12th verse, that there is none other name under heaven given among men where by we must be saved. Jesus told the disciples, John IA: 6, am the way, the truth and the life; no man cometh unto the Father but by Me. Man is saved by looking to Jesus. The subject Sunday evening was Life Eternal Life. Txt, John B. 40, And ye will not come to me, that ye might have life"
Norwich bulletin., 1917-02-03
SCOTLAND

Miss Charlotte Lowering of Plymouth, Mass, is at her home here during the illness of her mother.
 Frederick Jones of Boston is at F. P. Tracys.
 MT: and Mrs. F. B. 'willoughby at tended the funeral of F. A. Cary at Central Village last week
 William Adams has gone to Killing ly, where he will make his homeS
 Mrs. Eva Lowering, who has been il with pneumonia, is so as to be about the house. z
 Charles Brenn has returned from Bridgeport.
 Charles Kenyon is reported to be gaining in health. Henry Clark was visitor with rela- tives in Hartford over Sunday. MT. and Mrs. George Brown cele- brated their 50th wedding anniversary last Saturday There were many out of town guests present. They received many gifts.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-02-03
WINDHAM
LeRoy Brewer Dies Suddenly While on Business Trip to Stamford-Mis- sionary Meeting.

Rev. M. R. Plumb was suffering from an attack of grip last Sunday and Rev. w M. Brown conducted the services in the Congregational church.
 Died Suddenly
 The death of LeRoy Brewer was at tended by unusually sad circumstances. Mrs Brewer was in Windham visiting her sister law, Mrs. John Beckwith. MT. Brewer. had gone to Stamford on business, where he died suddenly on Thursday morning. Being stranger in the city, it was several hours before his relatives could be found and the news of his death did not reach heye until about midnight Besides widow he leaves two sons by former wife, Harold Brewer and Clarence. the adopted son of MT. and Mrs. John
 Fourteen Attended.
 The Womans Missionary society met with Mrs. H. c. Lathrop Tuesday. There were If present. The first chap ter of Old Spain in New America was Tea was served by the hostess.
 Mrs. William s. Chappeu of New London was in town Monday. Mrs. J. C. Fenton, who has been i'll for the past week. is little better.
 Henry Pringle, has moved his family from Jewett City to the Kenyon place on Zion's Hill.
 Miss Anna Bates of the Springfield library was at home over Sunday Mrs. Ida W. MacLean is able to be out after a months illness with se- were attack of grip.
 The leader appointed for the c. E. meeting tomorrow evening is Alfred Abbe. Topic, Visions and Tasks As this issChristian Endeavor day, the as- sociation meeting will be postponed one week. c
 MT. and Mrs. Robert Fenton of Jer- sey City are at Mrs. J. c. Fenton's.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-02-03
EAST WOODSTOCK
Community Club Members Enjoy Min streI Songs and Jokes-ciover Cir
 cle's Annual Election.


 Miss Agnes White is convalescing at the home of her aunt, Mrs. R. c. Paine, in Thompson.
 Eleanor and Louise Lindeman were recent guests of Dorothy Bundy at North Woodstock.
 At the regular meeting of the Com munity club last week songs and jokes "a la minstrel'' were given by several of the male members.
 Class Supper.
 A bean and salad supper was given b. Mrs. Alton and Sunday school class last Friday evening. A short entertain ment program with games and march ing filled out the evening.
 Glover Circles Officers.
 The annual meeting of the Clover circle was held Saturday afternoon with Mrs. Turner. The following off, eers were elected: President, Mildred lin; secretary, Louise Lindeman; treas urer, Sylvia May. A social hour foT- lowed. refreshments being served by the hostess.
 MT. Todd is in Simsbury for a couple of weeks. J. c. Ames is visiting his daughter, Mrs, Charles Myers, in Elmville.
 Mrs. Ellen Shead and Mrs Alta Towne, Jesse Shead and family attend ed the funeral of Mrs. Shead's sister Mrs. Almeda Kent, in Putnam Friday MT and Mrs. Edward Chamberlin and daughter Mary recently spent two weeks with relatives in Washington ID. G. The pastor, Rev. J. R. Miller, preach ed at the M B. church last Sunday afternoon, this being his first service since his illness. A large congregation greeted him. MT Miller will preach tomorrow afternoon at 2 o'clock in the M. E. church.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-02-03

Mrs Henry Marcus and daughter, Rosie. of New York are guests of Mir. and Mrs. Harry Marcus, for a few days.
 The committee of the parish house meet at the home of Mrs. James Ben nett, Wednesday evening.
 Report of National Convention Heard.
 The January meeting of the w. c. T. IT. was held Monday evening at the home Of Mrs. James Bennett A report of the national convention at Indianapolis was given by Mrs. Clin- ton of South Windham. A social hour was enjoyed at the close.
 Members attended the Norwich Un- ion C. E. society social at the Norwich Town church Friday evening.
 The third number in the entertain ment course was given Thursday eve ming by the Royal quartette of Bos- ton.
 At Norwich Town Mill.
 Norman Armitage of UnionvilIe has taken charge of the carding at the Gleen Woolen mill at Norwich Town.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-02-03
CANTERBURY
Pastor and His Family Arrive From
 camden-Mrs. Willard Baker Dies While Visiting in Westerly.

Rev. A. Manship arrived home from Camden with his family last Friday and occupied the pulpit Sunday morn ing. He took his text from Genesis 4:9, And the Lord said unto Cain, Where is Abel thy brotherz' And he said, I know not; Am I my broth CTS keeper?'
 The c. E. meeting Sunday evening was led by A. B. Hicks. Topic: Fruits of the Christian Endeavor here.
 Death of Mrs. Baker.
 Word was received Monday after noon of the death of Mrs. Willard Baker, who was staying with her son George, at Westerly this winter. She has been in poor health for the past year suffering with diabetes, and about a week ago she took a sudden cold which developed into pneumonia She leaves three sons and a daughter, George and Truman of Westerly, Roy of Moosup and Mrs Mabel Barker of Moosup Thursday afternoon at her son. Roy's home. Rev. A. Manship of1ciated. Burial was at Plainfield- Short Paragraphs. A. B. Hicks attended the funeral of Mrs. Willard Baker at Moosup. Mrs. Ray Bliven and Mrs. George Sackett are. i'll with grip. Martin Bushnell is able to sit up a little every day.
 MT. Arthur Bushnell is visiting his mother, Mrs. Emily Bushnell Miss Lewis Wheeler of Stonington is visiting at the home of Mrs. Sabin's George .Sackett is entertaining Rev A. ManShip and son, until the furni- ture arrive. Mrs. Manship aIid daughter are being entertained at the field.
 Miss Ruth Cone spent the week end at her home here and was accompanied by Miss Sara Mailer of Lisbon.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-02-03
SOUTH GRIsWOLD

Earl Clark is at home, after being employed at CampbelPs Mill for a short time.
 George Maurer has been making inn provements on the Benjamin proper ty
 O. NJ. Young is able to be around after being severely injured by a horse last week.
 Supt of Schools, A. C. Burdick, was at the Bethel school Wednesday.
 The ladies' meeting was held with Mrs. Ernest Luther Wednesday after noon.
 Miss Gladys Thompson is at home from Simmonds' College, Boston,S for a few days. She visited relatives in North Andover, Tuesday.
 The sawmill on the Youg lot has about finished and is expected to move next week.
 MT. and Mrs E. S. Levine have moved to Glasgo, after residing on the Wilcox farm for several years
Norwich bulletin., 1917-02-03
NORTH STERLING
Eagle Kills Nine Pound Hen, But is Frightened Away by Owner of Fowl.

H. H. Crowell was in Providence last week on a business trip.
 Fred Brooks and family of Provi- dence spent the week end with George Pierce, Jr.
 Friends of Mrs. Abby Hillery, who suffered a shock last week, are pleased to learn that she is improving and is able to be around the house
 The young folks have been enjoying fine skating for number of days.
 George c. Spooner met with the board of relief at Oneco town hall Feb 1st-
 J. R. Williams and Jack Woodman of Pawtucket were here Monday.
 The blacksmiths have been having a harvest for the past three weeks sharp ening horses.
 The dye plant here is doing a rush ing business.
 A large eagle which has lived here for number of years caught a hen recently at Arthur Miller's. The hen was killed but the eagle was fright ened away by MT. Miller, who dressed the hen. which weighed about six pounds.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-02-03
ABINGToN
Mrs. Paul White Entertains at Cards
 -Government Scouts in Town.

Clinton Crane of Waterbury recent 1y visited his uncle. George Hicks. / The meeting of the Ladies' Benev- olent society which was to have been held Thursday afternoon was post poned on account of the rain.
 Entertained at Cards
 Mrs. Paul Whitehouse gave a card party Tuesday evening.
 A large number attended the dance in Abingdon hall Friday evening of last week.
 Grange Meeting the 14th.
 The special meeting of Wolf Den grange appointed to be held this (Saturday) evening has been called of and the next meeting will be held Feb 14th, the regular meeting night when the first and second degrees will be given to an incoming class.
 Frank Byles of Schenectady, N. F.. was a recent guest of Rev. Frank Full Ter.
 MT. and Mrs. A. P. Mckay of Nova Scotia are visiting relatives here. being carried by Henry Le Fort
 Government Scouts. Four government scouts are work ing in town and boardingi at Henry Le Forts.
 Albert Potter, who has been i'll for several weeks is so far recovered as to be able to be about the house
 Sybil Jennings and Dorothy Dart of Quinebaugh spent Saturday and Sunday with Mrs. George Hicks.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-02-03
CHAPLIN
Annual Business Meeting and Roll Call Held at Congregational Church. Dinner Served at Noon.

The annual business meeting and roll call service of the Congregational church was helti on Saturday, January 27 The business meeting was at II o'clock. Frank c. Lummis was chair man of the day. Reports were given by F. w. Martin, chairman, of the prudential committee, and by Deacon A NJ Grant. the clerk and treasurer. showing all bills paid and small bal ance in the treasury. aJnuary 1.
 Deacon A. M. Grant was reelected clerk and treasurer. W. B. Gallup was elected a member of the prudential committee. Frank c. Lummis auditor.
 Following the business meeting ! dinner and social hour was enjoyed. The roll call service was at o'clock. Sixty-nine responded to their names in person and by letter. Reports were given showing the work of the differ ent organizations connected with the church during the past year. Three were dismissed by letter the past year. The present membership is 95.
 Preacher From Hartford.
 Rev William F. English of Hartford preached at the church last Sunday.
 Rev. Mr. Griffith of the Hartfor1 Theolosical school is expected to preach tomorow (Sunday).
Norwich bulletin., 1917-02-03
WESTMINSTER
Home Prayer Services Grow in Popu- Iarity-Local Attendants at Exten- sion School.

Last Sunday the pastor spoke upon II. Cor, 5th chapter, St. Paul's yearning not for physical death but for the life everlasting; to be physically spiritual ized
 vices considered the passage Is. 2: 1-5.
 More Westmfnsterites are coming to observe this common time of uniting in prayer to God.
 An Afflicted Family.
 The Bakers have the sympathy of the community in their double loss of those of their family during the brief space of one week.
 The Ladies' Aid society hold the next regular meeting next Tuesday af- ternoon at the parsonage.
 Eight from Westminster attended the extension school with enjoyment and profit last week. Not the least of the benefits of the gathering was com- munity fellowship in an unusual degree.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-02-03
SPRING HILL
Neighbors Surprise Mrs. w. A.. WeI On 5irthday-PuIpit Themes fs Sunday. T@-

Wednesday neishborss wit their families tC@-:e number of 334 in vaded thee quiet precincts of Alanwel to remind It's proprietress. Mrs. w. 1 Weld. that they were on to the faS that 1t was her birthday and that sh was SO years old. They brought wit them good things to eat (characteria tic of Spring Hill .folk) which Wer served after a time spent with storio games and good cheer.
 MT. and Mrs. w. P. WiIdes Wer guests at the home of IF. c. 'HawlSin tn middle of the week. MT Wi1des wa here to attend to his duties as mem Der of the board of relief
 Mrs. Richard Knapp of Bridgepor arrived at the home of Judge l.. 2. Storrs Wednesday evening. as a gues for a few days,
 Sermon Themes.
 Mir. Powell will take for his subjet on Sunday morning, Heaven and HoJ to Get There" It has been his prac tice to give short talk to the child ,ren befor tn regular sermon, which | interesting to the little folks. At tn evening service he win give a shof ta1k-one of series-on Ancient Man uscript. The Friday evening meetinl this week was held at the home . W. F. Wildes, Jr. 2
Norwich bulletin., 1917-02-03
ATTAWAUGAN

Mrs Charles Lapoint is i'll at the horze of her mother. Mrs. Massey in Pineville.
 Mrs Cornelia has been i'll with grip.
 MT. and Mrs. Raymond Mitchell at tended the funeral service of the form = CTS uncle, MT. Peterman in Central Village fast Thursday.
 The Social club gave dance in their hall last Saturday night.
 MT. and Mrs. George Condon spent the week end in Ballouville with rela- tives.
 Mrs. Henry Davis of East Putnam, spent last week here with hem mother. Mrs. Cornelia Geer
Norwich bulletin., 1917-02-03
STAFFORD
Friends Surprise Miss Helen Higain On 5irthday-Johnson Real Estas Transferred to Widow.


 .'- Louis. P. Booth of Rufnford Me was recently the guest of his parents Mr. and Mrs. I. P. Booth.
 Mrs. James Vail of South GlaSton bury is spending the week with he parents, MT. and Mrs. John Rabideau Miss Lottie Hatch and Miss Rutt Andrews attended the Billy Sunday re. vival service in Boston recently.
 Surprised on Birthday.
 A surprise party was given Helen Higgins by eighteen school friends ou her fifteenth birthday. Games were played. Refreshments were served.
 Real Estate to Widow. - F. L. Upham appointed by the pro, bate court to sell the real estate oi the late James A. Johnson, has trans, ferred the same to the widow, Mrs James A. Johnson. s- -,. Universal satisfaction is expressed by her many friends that she is tc remain at her old home here.
 5 Funeral of George Whiting, The funeral of George Whiting was held Sunday afternoon, Rev Charlel Puffer officiated. He leaves ont deaughter. Mrs. Inez Leasbury and a grandson, Carl Leasbury.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-02-03
EKoNk
Play We'll Presented. by Grange Birthday Party for Little Rose E. Holmes.

The drama Valley Farm, given by 12 members of Ekonk graQge in Grange hall Friday evening, was success and drew a full house. adding quite a sum to the piano fund.
 Edwin F.rink and Mrs. Edwin Gallup have been grip sufferers the past week.
 Rev. Emmons White gave a very helpful discourse Sunday morning on Prayer Next Sunday Rev. Mir. Bar wick of Plainfie1d will be here in ex- change with Mir. White. First Birthday Celebrated. Saturday evening MT. and Mrs. liar Try Holmes entertained few friends in honor of the first birthday anniver- sary of their little daughter, Rose Eve lyn. Cake, cocoa and popcorn balls were served.
 Thomas Brown and Harry Holmes have been helping George Tanner cut cedar in the swamp. An unusual storm for this season of the year occurred Wednesday evening. with heavy thunder and vivid light ming.
 MT. and Mrs. E. B. Gallup were in Danielson Wednesday and called on Ezra Gallup
Norwich bulletin., 1917-02-03
LETTERS FROM TWO STATES

ISL Only words Of highest commenda- ton were heard from the interested and enthusiastic company who day by day gathered to learn new rules and to better understand the reasons for old standards.
 Won Highest Honors. In the bread scoring of Thursday the highest honors were awarded Mrs. Walter Sagus. Mrs. James Lathrop and Mrs. Frank Hoxsie were second on the list, Mrs. c. c. Frink third, Mrs. Truman Hart fourth, Mrs. Horace Howe fifth. Miss Hayes, under whose efficient management cooking, iectur- ing and questionable were carried on in the face of an admiring audience, left loyal company of new friends in Canterbury, as did MT. Southwick, MT MuSSer and MT. Jones.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-02-03
HAMPTON
Worthy State Master Davis lnstaIls
 Little River Grange Officers.

Roger Davis and his bride of Hart ford have been spending their honey moon at Maple Terrace. Mir. Davis Is well known here, having been here summers with his parents for a mum Der of years.
 Miss Flora Pearl is recovering from an attack of tonsilitis.
 T. J. Riley was taken to St. Joseph: :; hospital last Saturday afternoon.
 MT. and Mrs. R. E. Pearle and Aus tin Pearl were Willimantic callers on Tuesday on business.
 The Singing class will not meet on Saturday evening this wek.
 MT and Mrs. James P. Sharpe were visitors at the home of the latter ; parents, MT. and Mrs. Joseph Burch- nall, Sunday. Mrs. Sharpe returned Burchnall was also a Sunday visitor at the Burchnall homstaed-
 installation of Grange Officers.
 The new officers of Little River grange were installed Friday evening, January 18th by Worthy State Master Davis. MT. Davis 1naae tA-e installa- ton exercises very impressive. He was assisted by Sisters N. c. Cleve- land, Gertrude Peadl and Evelyn Pearl After the meeting luncheon was Served down stairs and a social time was spent up stairs. Brother Quinton Howe, who is home on his vacation rendered violin selections. The off, cers installed were:
 Master, R. B. Pearle; O., R. E. Baker; secretary, Mabel E. Pearle; chaplain, Olive Burnham; steward Paul Gilbert; assistant steward, Thomas Stensland; lecturer, Carl Jewett; treasurer, Chas Burnham; gate keeper, Frank Smith Ceres, Angie Burnham; Pomona, Mar garet Nosworthy; Flora, Mrs. Ed wards; L. A. S., Vera Jewett; pianist Winnie Jewett. The lecturer an nounced that Professor Hitchcock of New London, would be present on Feb 9th, the next meeting, and speak on Vocational Education. Guests were present Brooklyn and Wolf Den GraneeS
Norwich bulletin., 1917-02-03
Windham County
CANTERBURY GREEN
Judge Edgar M. Warner to Speak at Tomorrow's SerViee-BuriaI of Mrs Lebbeus Smith - Extension School Proves Very Successful.

Tomorrow (Sunday) Edgar NJ. War ner of Putnam will have charge of the morning service. speaking on Newness of :. Life. and Our General Assembly Last Sunday the pastor preached a third sermon from the gospel or John, from the text found in John 3: IT. and quoted from Ps. 69: tupon The Devotion to Gods Cause, which was the Consuming desire and ruling motive of Christ's life and which. should be the vital enthusiasm of ours. :
 The Christian Endeayor meeting last Sunday evening, led by Frank Hoxsie, was of particular interest be- cause of the growth of the orchestra during the last week. two sviollns now adding to the piano accompaniment, Miss Elsie Rodler's being the second violin, and the effect of the whole very inspiring. The subject of this Sun day nights service is Visions and Tasks.
 : Canterbury Green friends of Miss Hannah Baldwin attended, the funeral services at the home of her brother, Henry Baldwin, in South Canterbury, Tuesday.
 Death of Mrs. Smith.
 .. Wednesday the body of Mrs. Sarah James Smith, wife of Lebbeus Smith, of Putnam, was brought for burial to the family lot in Carey cemetery in Canterbury. For many years MT and - Mrs. smith spent LASh SuIlIIlSIS III Canterbury in the house on the Green now owned by Mir and Mrs c. c. Brink Many friends in the town will miss Mrs. Smith
 .5 Mrs Hattie Stone of Green Hollow is housekeeper for Rev. Al J. HetricR-
 Gladys Flint is visiting in Coventry at the home of her newly married brother, Burton Flint.
 Ralph Brown has been at home for a few days vacation from Storrs be- tween terms.
 The Misses Exley were at home for a few hours last week from Pomfret and Woodstock.
 Black Hill school has been closed this week on account of the illness of s6e teacher and others.
 Patient Recovering.
 Julia Cornell of Black Hill, who has Eeen suffering from diphtheria, is re- raorted better after having taken two doses of antitoxin.
 Extension School Success.
 Mrs. Lewis Lyon entertained as boarders during the time of the ex- tension school the state college pro- fessors who carried on the classes and lectures in cooperation with farm association and the people of Canter- bury and vicinity.
 County Agent B. W. Ellis did all in his power to make the school the suc- cess it assredly was. He won the gratitude and regard of all who knew of his unselfish effort.
 Sixty-nine people registered for the school The average attendance was
Norwich bulletin., 1917-02-03

John F. Whaples has sold his bun- galow to Otis Wood of the Whitestone WorSted company.
 Dennis c. Rawson, Efmville's oldest resident, passed his 95th birthday last week. A
 Mrs. Patrick Conneu of Jewett City is visiting Miss Nelly Dwyer, who is recovering from a severe attack of blood poison.
 Mrs. Joseph Sum of Moosup spent Monday with Mrs. c. D. Mowry.
 Mr. and Mrs. Harry Bramham of Pawtueket were recent visitors at Grassmere farm.
 Mrs Almond Bartlett of East Kill lingly was the guest Of Mrs. John F. Whaples Tuesday.
 Miss Lillian Jasmin of Putnam spent Sunday with her parents here. Mr. and Mrs. W. K Litch motored to Uxbridge, Mass, recently to visit rela- |tives
 J.. c. Ames of Woodstock Is visit ing his daughter, Mrs. Charles Myers.