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Norwich bulletin., 1917-02-09

The position today Is that our men have been 1nstructed to remain in Belgium and although our status in the existing diplomatic situation is somewhat vague. we think it probabIe that, barring our countryss active par ticipation in the war. way will be found for continuing the work as at present. But. in any event. we feel quite sure that the sentiment of the world and the interests Of those con- cerned, will Gail for the continuance of the service and that, if Americans have to get out of Belgium. represen- tatives of some other nation, probably Holland, will take their place. In that case. our country would be un- der fully as great obligation to SUD- port the work as in the past In ofn- CT words Americas relation to 1t would then be the same as that of England and France heretofore.
 "It is obvious that no decree from Washington, Berlin or London can change the status of the civil popu- lation of Belgium so far as the ur- gency for relief is concerned. The need Of the children is just as great and we do not propose to relax our efforts on their behalf.''
 Very truly yours,
 ANSON T. MsCOOK,
 Hartford, Feb. 2. 1917.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-02-09

ing the three-decker ordinance than for abolishing the city fire limits.
 The sole appeal for a repeal of the three-decker law rests upon the claim that contractors could put up cheaper buildings if not so restricted.
 That same claim holds good in re- gard to the fire limits. Contractors could put up cheaper buildings if they were allowed to rear frame structures in the aera now limited to fire-proof material. But nobody is so stupid as to believe on serious consideration that the city would be benefited, or its housing problem materially helped by letting down of the bars to three deckers and other undesirable forms of tenements-Bridgepo Telegram.I
Norwich bulletin., 1917-02-09
THE CONNECTICUT SURVEY.

In connection with all the efforts which have been made by the states throughout the country to ascertain n better idea of their resources rela- tive to preparedness for the defense of the nation. in case the break in di- plcmatic relations with Germany re- bults in a declaration of war, that which has been set afoot by Governor Holcomb stands out prominently
 The governor made 1t pain in his hddress to the legislature that Con- necticut has many ymanufacturfn1 plants which are bound to be of im- mense value to the nation in case of war. They will be relied upon for many supplies, for while others of course exist elsewhere and still many more could be converted to such use Rs the government might have for them. the Connecticut industries are already equipped and engaged in the munitions business. and 1t is but proper that their protection should be kiven early consideration.
 It was with that end in view that khe governor asked for the authority 5o make a survey of the state and re- Deived it from the legislature Such Q step win provide the state with in formation and such as it can make good uge of in case of necessity, and fhs time to secure it Is before any greater emergency arises. The gov ern0r believes in taking time by the forelock and leaves no chance for the possibility of it being said later on that Connecticut was not alive to its position. Through 1t Connecticut will bc better prepared to deal with even tun1ities by knowing what resources
 has to depend upon without re- h7ng solely upon guessworA.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-02-09

same, so that the copper mines pro duce large amounts of gold or silver, or both, and copper sulphide is present in small amounts in many of the gold quartz veins.
 The known productive mines on Prince William sound in 1915 include four supper mines and five gold mines. A much larger quantity of copper ore than of gold quartz was mined and treated. and the total value of the metals produced from the copper ores was about five times that obtained from the gold quartz ores. The value of the total mineral production of the Prince William sound region in 1915 was $1,340 010 as compared with $1,- 200, 900 in 1914.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-02-09
DARkEH YOUR
 GRAY HAIR Have Roantaal, Self Hair of aa Evsz Dark Shade.

Not even a trace of gray sffows in your hair after a few applications of Q-Ran Color Restorer to hair and scalp. Q-Ban is no dye, Is harmless, but makes scalp and hair healthy and restores the natural color glands. If your hair is gray, streaked with gray, faded, dry, bleached, thin or falling, apply Q-Ban as directed on label. Soon all your gray hair and entire head of hair gradually turns to an even, beautiful dark shade, leaving all your hair healthy. fluffy, soft, radiant, thick. full of life, fascinating; so even ly dark and handsome no one will sus- pect you used Q-Ban- Also stops dam druff and falling hair. Sold on a money-back guarantee. Only boc for a big bottle at Lee & Osgood's Drug Store, Norwich, Conn. Out-of-town people supplied by parcel post.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-02-09
CONNECTICUT FRUIT.

Tn his address to the meeting of the Connecticut Pomologicai society, President Staples took occasion to jog the fruit growers of this state on the importance of bringing their product up to the standards which are being put forth by those engaged in simi- lar work in other cornn1onwealths. He made reference to the competition which is being offered by the west ern apple growers who place in the market fruit that attracts and which is perfect in appearance if not in fla vor and while he did not intend to convey the idea that there should be an effort made to resort to the de- ception of the buying public through putting out apples which look well but do not satisfy the taste simply to promote a sale. he did mean that Connecticut grown fruit can do both. It can be grown so that it will look as attractive as any which comes from the near or the distant west. and certainly the apples of the Nutmeg state cannot be excelled when it comes to flavor.
 More attention is being paid to fruit growing in Connecticut than there was some years ago, and it is neces- sary. This state can produce as good apples as any state if the effort is made and that Is what President Sta ples sought to impress upon his hear CTS when he said Connecticut fruit must be well grown. picked carefully, graded honestly and sold with good business methods, if we wish to keep the enormous sums of money spent for fruit in our own sections to be used again to improve our conditions and that of our neighbors." This of course applies to peaches and other fruit as well as to apples.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-02-09
HELD AS HOSTAGES.

There have been many alarming stories set afoat since the break in the relations between this country and Germany. Some have already been shown to be without foundation. re- gardless of the good stories which they made at the time, but there are others which have not as yet been cleared up. and among them is the position of Ambassador Gerard at Berlin. the members of his embassy, the con- sular agents in Germany and the American members of the Yarrowda1e crew who Germany agreed to release but has not done so as yet.
 Conflicting reports have prevailed as to the location of Gerard. The story to the effect that he had reached Switzerland has been denied and the report comes from Berlin that he and the other Americans are to be held as hostages until Germany is sure of the treatment which is to be accord ed to Count von Bernstorff and his par ty.
 This implies that Germany mis- trusts that the United States will not treat them in accord with the inter national requirements in such a sit uation. It is possible that it is being influenced by incorrect stories as to what Is being done by this country in his case, but the facts in the mat ter ought to be readily ascertained through the Swiss minister Dr. Ritter wEo has taken over the German em- bassy. It Is because of the many false stories that it is impossible to pass judgment upon Germany's atti- tude towards Gerard, but If the re- ports are true concerning the holding of the Americans as hostages. 1t adds one more to the unjustif1ed exertions of power. regardless of promises, that it has engaged in and its estimate before the world is bound to be still further lowered.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-02-09
Discovery of Grand canyon.

The first white men to see the Grand Canyon of the Colorado were Cardenas and his 12 companions, who were guid- ed there by Hopi Indians from Tusa- van. Cardenas was sent by Coronado to, find the wonderful river of which De Tovar had heard from the Indians
 He remained four days on the rim at some point now unknown. looking in vain for way to descend It is al- ways interesting to recall the heroic trip made by Major J. W. Powell down the Grand Canyon in small boats when practically nothing was known of its course or character. His journey be-
Norwich bulletin., 1917-02-09
Norwich. Feb. T. 1917.
Belgian Relief Work.

Mir. Editor: In view Of the present crisis, your readers will be interested in the following statement received by the secretary of the Connecticut com mfttee of the c. R. B. from ". L. Honnold, director in America, rela- tive to the continuance of Belgian re- lief work:
 "As to the bearing of the present diplomatic position on our affairs. we can add nothing to what we have al- ready stated in the press. Briefly, our attitude is that. regardless of the break in diplomatic relations, and even in the event of our country be- ing forced into f1ostilities, the work we have established must continue.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-02-09
LETTERS TO THE EDITOR
conseientiona and FsithfuI ssuice.

Conscientious and Faithful Service.
 MT. Editor: With the first contag- iouS and severe illness of one only little child We have realized what many other parents have suffered here. yet few in parison with other places, because of the conscien- ttous efforts on the part of our local health officer in fighting these dis eases. If ever such case were report ed to him and he could insist upon the same quarantine as has been ob- served in our home, cases would be confined to even a smaller number and doubtless our little treasure would not have been so exposed.
 No doubt every parent in Norwich realized the great blessing in es- caping the fearful epidemic of last summer and appreciated why it was kept out of Norwich. Scarcely a town in Connecticut escaped yet we had none of it. and everyone feels the deepest sense of gratitude for pr. Brophy, who that others might be spared the sorrow he and Mrs. Brophy have experienced, sacrificed his own interests and performed the duties of his office to the very best of his abil- this the little Rosebuds of New Eng land were spared one of the most ter- rfble afflictions- paralysis.
 Traveling east last August, as was necessary, we were not asked to show our certificate once. The epidemic broke out in the farther end of the town where we were and we returned instantly to Re under the safe protec- ton of Dr. Brophy. Passing through many places on our return we were not compelled to show our certificate until we reached Norwich. Apart from showing the certificate, we were ask ed to remain Quarantined until Dr. Brophy heard personally from the town we left.
 It is to be hoped that Norwich may continue to have the intelligent, con scientious and faithful services of Dr. Brophy.
 A MOTHER.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-02-09
Felt Lik. 90. Now Like 21

Many persons complain about feel ins old before they should. Like a enfeebfes the whole body. Overwork- ed, weak or 1fsordered Kidneys lower vitality. A. W. Morgan. Angola. La. writes: ' suffered with pains in the ike man of 90 years old. Since I took Foley Kidney Pills feel like did when I was 21." In soc and s1.0o ztzes. Lee & Osgood Co.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-02-09
Every Day Thrift Day for Him.

Now that no 10 able once again 70
 enter in civil life and cOmingle freely with the great unwashed, Cy-
 clone Davis is one man who can ar ford to Taught at the increase in the price of linen collars and boiled shirts.-Philadelphia Inquirer
Norwich bulletin., 1917-02-09

Mining on Prince William, Alaska.
 The ore deposits Of the Prince Will liam sound region may be grouped broadly into two classes-copper de- posits and gold-bearing quartz lodes. The miner associations in both gold and copper deposits>are in general the
Norwich bulletin., 1917-02-09
rnE PROPER TREATMENT.

Whatever may be the criticism of the actual accomplishments of the public utilities commission of this state as body. the effort to have CcmnIssioner J. Fl. Hale's record in- vBgtigated failed and from all indica- Hons it received the action that 1t de-
 Brved. Tn petiticning for this inves-
Norwich bulletin., 1917-02-09
An UIterior Wotive,

The public insigtently demands to have the alleged leaks to the stock market thoroughly investigated. as it wants to know where these yaiu- able tips can be obtained.-Madtson Democrat.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-02-09
No Indunament.

Representative Jim Maner has bill before thA legislature taxing iH- comes of 20ySg0 a year 50 per cent Which is an inducement not to meE $2O, 900 per annum.-Johnstown Demo crat.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-02-09

With Germany planning to sink everything that Is visible, it may be that Great Britain will be forced to give greater attention to providing subsea merchantmen.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-02-09

Even the potatoes themselves must be surprised at the high prices when their eyes stick out so that one could hang his hat thereon.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-02-09

The only complaint about the clear ness of the German note. and the idea 1t was intended to convey to the neu- trals, has thus far come from Ger. many itself,
Norwich bulletin., 1917-02-09

There is of course a chance that the kaiser has his mind set on spoil ing the tourist business for the allies and takes this way of telling Ameri- cans to see America first.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-02-09

From the way in which Villa is following up the retiring punitive ex- petition, it looks as if he was going to claim the credit of driving Persh- ing out of Mexico
Norwich bulletin., 1917-02-09

In tho fight between the U-boats and the armed merchantmen the for ner appear to be doing the most ef- fective work thus far.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-02-09
EDITORIAL NOTES.

The Gulf Stream isn't the only thing that is making the waters warm around the British Isles at the pres- ent time.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-02-09

Regardless of the action taken by either branch of congress. President Wilson has the satisfaction of know ing that he did not change his mind regarding the literacy test.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-02-09
Sand In other statea.

In South Carolina there Co no longer mere running for office. They scur- ry and skeedaddle for it.-Columbu8 S. c. State.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-02-09

The man on the corner says: A clear conscience is a great comfort, but much more progress results from a clear head.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-02-09

It will be interesting to note in connection with the other events of the day whether Colonel Roosevelt cancels that trip which he has been arranging to the Fiji islands.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-02-09
BULLETINS SPECIAL YALE LETTER
Junior Prom Decided Success Though Held Under Diff culties-Yale Wins Swim From Brown and Defeats Princeton ketbal-Catalogue Presents Some In- teresting Facts

slow during the first half Both teams fouled frequently. Yale was on the of fensive almost all the time, and there was much shooting in the first period. The men played somewhat irratically, however and attempted to shoot from too great a distance A considerable number of fouls against Yale at the end of the second half gave Princeton the opportunity at several occasions to check Ya1e's violent offensive and eff fective scoring. These were the only points that n1arred Yale's brilliant playing. Both offensive and defensive were excellent and Olson played better than in any previous game. The score at the end of the first half was 12-12. In the second half Yale showed inn proveHent in speed and in shooting, al- though fouls were called against her frequently during the excitement of starred during these moments and in every department of the game. Be- sides covering a great extent of ground. he kept his man well guard ed.
 The Vale University Catalogue has been issued. Heterogeneous and changes in the material published have made possible a much smaller volume that that Of recent years The number Of professors and instructors has in- creased from SIS last year to 390 this year. There have been increases in the enrolment of the college and in all of the three professional schools-those of Religion, Law and Medicine. The to- tai number of undergraduates in the university this year. including both the college and the Sheffield Scientific school is 2, ,403 one of the largest bodies of undergraduate men in any of the universities of the country. Stu dent enrolment, according to cities, shows New Haven first with 5G7, New York and Brooklyn second with 2S7 and Chicago third with 83. Other cities at some distance from New Haven which send a number of students to Yale include the following: Buffalo 39; Cincinnati 32; Cleveland 32; Denver 14; Honolulu z: Los Angeles 10; Min neapolis and St. Paul 36; Pittsburgh Seattle 13; Shanghai. China 6; Wash ington, D. C., 24. Students are en- rolled this year from TIC colleges and universities.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-02-09

gan at Green River, Wyo., May 24s 1869, and was notably successful.-(U. 8. Geological Survey)
Norwich bulletin., 1917-02-09
Norwich. Conn. Feb. 8.
Movies.


 MT. Editor: Much has been said dur ing the last few years concerning the movies" both for and against them, and while like everything else they can be abused I have found from ob- Servation that they have their ad- vantages. namely that they draw men who are. and have been, in the habit of freQuenting saloons and other places equally as bad. If they suc- ceed in doing this. they are fulfilling grand mission, even though they may be in the business purely to make money and not to improve mems mo- rals. The disadvantages are eye strain, mothers dragging their chil- dren out to see them when they should be at home in their beds. so following morning to attend school. Women who are so selfish and thoughtless and I may say headless. are not deserving the love of children and in the years to come they will see their mistake. Children cannot put their mind on their books if ex- hausted, especially those who are nei- ther strong nor healthy, so if good thoroughly chaste and instructive movie appears in our city why not take the children on Saturday after moons when they are brighter and in better condition and are less apt to take a disease in case they come in contact with 1t.
 Respectfully,
 MRS. r. J. W.
 Norwich, Feb. T, 1917.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-02-09

New Haven, Feb. s-Last Tuesday for the first time in history. the ju- nior promenade was held in a Yale building. namely. the dining hall. As which was led by R. A Lovett. 1918. floor manager of the promenade com mittee. and by his partner. Miss Adele Brown of New York city. After the grand march. dancing began. and lasted for twenty dances. After &C., minute intermission during which SUD- per was held in Woolsey Hall. dancing was continued until half past five. The music was furnished by Markei of New York city. and Danz. formerly of New Haven. These orchestras were sit- aated in the balconies at either end of the hall A new floor was laid and for dancing. The recorations were ann pie, but effective.
 Great credit Ia due the 1918 prom committee for accomplishing so well the difficult task before them. To con- tinue plans. changing little from year to year is an easy matter; but this years committee faced an entirely new task. Holding the prom in the din- ing hall involved extensive modified tions of previous plans The lob by connecting the university dining hall and Woo1sey Hall was. decorated with palms and flowers and furnished completely with chairs and lounges. Blue and whit was the decoration scheme.
 Vale outcIassed Brown by a wide margin in the prom swimming meet, held Tuesday afternoon in the Car negie pool. The University swimmers captured first place in every event, and took three second places out of a pos- sible five. They scored forty y-foi1r points to Browns nine. There was no doubt from the start as to the ulti- mate winner; and. consequently, very little excitement or enthusiasm was shown. The Yale swimmers not only won all first places. but won them by generous distances. The times were rather slow, possibly because of the lack of keen competition. The relay was probably the fastest event won by Yale in one minute, forty-six sec- onds.
 The University basketball team de- feated Princeton Tuesday afternoon in the annual prom game by a score of 25-2o. Although this game does not count in the competition for the league championship, it does count in the separate series with Princeton. This series is at present tie. ipas- much as both Yale ard Princeton have won once. The final game win be played here on March 14tTl. The game was well fought and swift on the whole, although Yale was somewhat
Norwich bulletin., 1917-02-09

There is no reason for letting the bars to three-decker tenement houses in Bridgeport down ,despite the peti- aldermen.
 The present city administration put a stroke of good work to it's credit when 1t bolstered up the building laws, excluded three-deckers, and so reduced fire risk and improved hous- ing conditions in Bridgeport.
 There is no more reason for repeal
The day book. [volume] (Chicago, Ill.) 1911-1917, 1917-04-03

St. Paul. - Popular subscriptions
of sums from so cents upward being
taken to build submarine chaser to
be named st. Paul. and presented
to the government
The day book. [volume] (Chicago, Ill.) 1911-1917, 1917-04-03
BY N. D. COCHRAN.

NJ D COCHRAN
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did President Wilson tried
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of the German government to the German people,
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liberty
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The day book. [volume] (Chicago, Ill.) 1911-1917, 1917-04-03

ST. PauI.-DweIIers along banks of
Mississippi preparing to move, as the
stream has risen rapidly to within a
foot of flooded stage. Already water
in many houses,
The Brattleboro daily reformer. (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1913-1955, 1917-06-27
AMERICAN TROOPS
LANDED IN FRANCE
Second Contingent Disembarked at {
French Seaport This Morning,
Says Official Report

At FRENCH SEAPORT. June 81
The second contingent Of American
troops arrived and disembarlled this
morning.
The troops landed amid the frantic
cheers Of people who had gathered for
hours before in anticipation Of dupli-
eating yesterday 5 surprise Enthusi-
asm rose to fever pitch when it was
learned that the transports and con
Noys had successfully passed the sub
marine zone.
The port was speedily tagged in honor
OF the occasion. All the troops now ar
rived were transferred today to a camp
not distant from this point. where Maj.
Gen William Sihert is installed. Thence
they probably will go soon to q point
near the front
All the troops are iii excellent shape
and enthusiastic over ghe successful trip
and their reception and eager for action.
MAJ. Gen. Petshing, the American com
mander, is expected tomorrow, when ad-
dltlonal troops are expected.