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New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1917-05-11
Simplicity to Mark
Dinner to Allied
Mission Tonight

Frugal as to food and drink, but
lavish in sentiment and historic in
terest--such will be the character of
the great dinner TO be given at the
Waldorf tonight for The British and
French War commissions.
The pressure for seats. whether on
the floor with sustenance or in the
boxes without, has been tremendous.
Richard Patterson, jr., secretary OF the
dinner committee, said yesterday that
more than $500 applications for places
at the tables had been received, and
that almost as many had come for
seats in the boxes.
The rigid limit Of 1000 for diners
and Of $3.50 for onlookers was reached
long ago, however, and, although the
office Of the committee at the Wal
dorf was besieged all day long, it re-
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1917-05-11

NAMED impervious to the threat Of
Influence" or the persuasiveness Of
pull"
A favoritc form of application was
for an opportunity Eat least to slip in
and hear Jofrre." This came to every
manager of the hotel, but instructions
have been issued TO admit no one with
out card OF admission from the COM
mittee. Marshal JoTre is not down on
the programme for a speech, but there
is no one who believes he will be able
to withstand the universal demand.
The formal list Of speakers includes
only Mayor Mitchell. Joseph H. Choate.
Mr.. Balfour and NJ. Viviani. Both Colo
mel Roosevelt and ex-President Taft
will be silent guests. Members of the
Cabinet and other men Of great official
distinction in Washington will attend.
In fact, the only decinations have come
from men who live too far away 70
make the journey or are too i'll to leave
home
The question OF precedence and
proper grouping in the seating arrange
ments occupied the attention of COM
mittee, consisting of Clarence Mackay,
George T. Wilson, r. A. c. Smith, Her
bert Swope, Fire Commissioner Adam
son, Charles Stecker and Secretary
Patterson, practically all night last
night.
There will be thirty-six persons at
the long table at the head of the room,
including the presiding officer and the
honored guests. Among the latter, be-
sides the members Of the two war COM
missions, are numbered the two eX-
Presidents and the Cabinet officers.
The eighteen tables on the floor i'm
mediately in front Of the guest table
will be presided over each by mem.
Der of the Citizens Reception Commit
tee, distinguished by an official badge.
Secret Service men will be there, and
no rushing to the speakers table TO
shake hands will be permitted. On the
other hand, as much of reception as
is feasible will precede the dinner in
the Aston Gallery.
When the dining room doors are
opened at 8 o'clock the Waldorf or
chestra, of which Joseph Knecht is con-
ductor, will strike up Columbia. Gem
OF the Ocean to the strains of which
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1917-05-11

the guests will march in and take Their
seats. During the dinner the orchestn
will play the March Lorraine" BRIT
ish "Grenadiers," the Meditation
from That's: "Tipperary," "Pina.
fore" Dixie" Hands Across the Sea-
and Hail Columbia"
The exercises will begin with toast
to the President. offered by Mayor
Mitchell, who will preside. The o.
chestra will play "The Star-Spsnged
Banner" and Mr.. Choate's speech will
follow. The Mayor will then offer
toast to King George. while the or.
chestra plays "God Save the King
after which Mr.. BaIfour will speak.
The toast to the President Of France,
to follow Mr. Balfour's address, will be
accompanied by the playing Of ia
Marseillaise." and will be followed by
Mr.. VivianPs speech. This will bring
the occasion 10 close.
The menu bears the distinction Cf
being the simplest ever served in the
Waldorf at big public function. Os-
car Tschirky, the manager of the hotel,
was told to prepare a war dinner menu
of five courses, with every dish TYPICAL
ly American. This is the card:
Cherrystone CLAIMS
Pepper Pot
Celery Olives Almonds
Brook Trout
Cucumber Salad
SQUAD Chicken, Roasted
Sweet Potatoes Dixie" Vegetable Salad
Strawberry Ice Cream
Assorted Cakes Coffee
Chsmpagnes. White Rock. Liaueurs
Back Of the table of honor a sky blue
background extends all the way across
the head of the room. In the centre is
grouping Of fourteen flags in two
rows, two American flags among them.
Across the blue background is friels
of thirteen large wreaths. The honor
table will be a mass of blue and white
iris and red roses, and on each Of the
eighty-six small tables will be centre
piece of the same.
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Fifth Avenue where the court Of honor
was.
Festoons Of Japanese lanterns, aided
.bv large clusters Of electric lights, illu-
minated the scene, where members Of
Squadron A. with drawn swords, con
stituted special guard Of honor TO the
distinguished visitors.
Although the reception to Marsha!
Jofrre was primarily intended for
the visiting French Commission,
nearly all the uniforms Of the Allies
were represented. Upon entering
the large main entrance there was a
detachment Of Highlanders wearing
kits and the plaid of the Argyll and
Sutherland regiment On the floor
above were several British marines
from the visiting battleships, who
assisted in guiding persons 70 their
proper places. while occasional French
bluejackets, together with a few of
Papa Joffre's beloved poilus, added a
fitting background for the reception
itself.
In order to give a list OF the well
known persons present it would be nee
cssary 10 publish the society register
who's Who in America. and the French
Qui Etes Vous. Everybody who is any
body in New York society might be
mentioned. while at the same time the
reception was one of the most demo-
cratic New York ever witnessed. This
was partly due to the fact that the
members Of the commission had eX-
pressed the desire that no evening
clothes should be worn, as since the
beginning Of the war our people have
entirely omitted wearing evening
dress" The great majority Of the men
wore afternoon clothes, while the
women were gowned for the most part
in high neck and long sleeved gowns
The official reception committee was
composed of the following: VI. CASTOR
Liebert, French Consul General, chair
man; CAPTAIN de Dlanpre, French naval
attache; Maurice Heilman, Henri
Gourd. Louis Jouvaud, Lucien Nette.
ment and Sebastien d'Halewyn, all
prominent members of the French col
ony in this city. They were assisted by
the following:
Mrs. Charles B. Alexander. Frederic; II
Allen. Mrs Robert Bacon. James NJ. Beck
George W. Burlegh. Nicholas Murray Butler
Oscar Cauchos, Joseph VI. Choate, c. A
Coffin. Frederic r. Coudcrt. Mrs. William
Delano. Samuel W Fairchid, Henry Cay
Prick. William d. Guthrie. Henry n. Hall
Thomas Hastings. McDougall Hawkes.. Her
man c. Huifer, jr. and Adrian Iseln.
Otto H. Kahn, Maurice w. Kozminski,
Stephane Lausanne. Lewis Cass Ledyard
Maurice Leon. Mrs. Philip NJ; Lydig, Gar
ence III. Mackay, Alexander T. Mason. George
Norton Miller, Mrs. John Purroy Mitchell
John Moffat Miss Anne Morgan. J. p. Nor
gan. Francis Roche. Clement Ruef, j; San
ford Saltus, Charles II. Sheriff.. Henry
Sleeper. Robert B. Van Cortlandt. Mrs w; n.
Vanderbilt. Rodman Wanamaker' Mrs WHIT
ney Warren and George 7. Wilson.
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Mission Is Greeted
AT the Library by
French-Americans

The commission received nearly fiy"
thousand members of Franco-Amercan
societies last night in the Lenox Ca
lery Of the New York Public Library.
Instead of the usual outburst Of cheer
ing and wild applause. Pour la Vic
-oire. ct Ia Patrie." the reception was
silent in the extreme. but was more
impressive for that reason.
Nearly three-q quarters Of the men
and women present were either French
or Of French extraction, ana since the
outbreak Of the war have been working
indefatigably for the Aines. As they
nassed in silent review General Jofre
bowed TO the men and women who have
done so much to aid the cause Of
France.
On the marshars light Stood RenS
Vivian. ex-Premier. and head Of the
mission. while on his left was Admiral
Chocheprat, and next to him the Mar
quis de Chambrun. The crowd was so
great that secret service men requested
that there be 10 handshakng or stop
ping TO say a word to any of Americas
distinguished guests. Every one was
scrutinized carefully, that no untoward
incidents might occur.
Speaks Kindly TO Children
Despite the fact that the long line
was kept continually in motion, Gen
eral Joffre had kindly word for every
child, while two little girls dressed in
the costume Of Alsatians. with the high
headdress, white blouse and apron. red
skirt, white stockings and shoes, and
wearing the French cocarde, were des-
ignated for especial commentator.
The marshal Of France, smiling kindly,
patted each on the head, remarking,
"Vous etes des petites FRANCHISES,
Mathematician are little French
girls now-as each curtsied prettily.
Although the large public reading
room was filled to capacity with invited
guests, nearly $4,000 persons waited
anxiously outside for glimpse of the
mission as its members departed. The
vast crowds were held in check by
great numbers of policemen, who
formed a Gordon two deep between
Fortieth and Forty-second Streets, on
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1917-05-11

the hammer blows that are forging
victory.
Late yesterday afternoon the savior
Of France of a newer and less CLAM
our-hlled age stood before the statue
Of the girl who had brought new life
TO his nation hundreds of years ago.
High above the clamor and shouting
Of a thousand men and women, the
slender girl refined in her ramplnS
charger. Below. a stout. white haired,
sweet faced old man bent to Law q
wreath of laurel before the pedestal.
For n moment there was silence. Tie
broad back Strengthened and the thick
arm came up again 80 the salute. Sud
denly il seemed as though there WAS a
new significance to the triumphant cp-
ward sweep Of the Maids mail-cl2d
body TO the great sword that she
pointed toward the sky.
At the end of the ceremony, DR..
George Kunz, president Of the commit
tee that erected the statue, presented
the marshal with two books relating to
the history Of the monument. The
Daughters Of the American Revolution
also gave him gold fountain pen with
which TO indorSe the check for $4,000
francs, which they also had bestowed
upon him, to be used at his own discre-
tion for charity.
The day that had begun for Joffre az
9 Yesterday morning ended shortly be-
fore midnight. Early in the evening
the train of automobiles swept with
wailing sirens down Fifth Avenue and
halted amid mighty shouting at the
Forty-second Street entrance to the
Library.
Bows to French-Americans
For two hours thereafter the marshal
and the other commissioners stood in
the Lenox Gallery, bowling solemnly TO
the stream OF French-Americans who
walked past them. Az the conclusion
Of the reception NJ. Viviani gave up and
went back TO the Frick house. COM
pletciy exhausted, but Joffre Of the
Marine refused to acknowledge that
New York's hospitality had defeated
him.
lie insisted on going 10 the entertain
ment arranged n honor of the commits
sion at the Metropolitan Opera House.
PaderewsH was playing when he en-
tered the box Paderewski continued TO
play until his plece was finished. but no
one realized IT but himself. The whole
house was rocking with the old familiar
roar. and the marshal was standing at
the old familiar salute. a little weary,
but determined to see II through. He
remained at the Opera House for a
little while, and then, in view of the
fact that he was obliged to start at 9
this morning for West Point, slipped
away and was hurried through the eter-
nal cheering crowd to the Prick house.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1917-05-11
Gold Liberty Statue
IS Given to Joffre
In Bower Of Flags

With a gold miniature reproduction
OF the Statue of Liberty on one knee
and a tiny golden-haired Daughter OF
Liberty leaning against the other. Mar
shall Joffre sat in bower of flags yes
terday morning and smiled into the
faces of $4,000 children who were try
ing to tell in shouting how much they
adored him.
Liberty itself was forged out of wars
and the statue of il is symbol OF
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1917-05-11
Columbia Confers
Degrees on ENJOYS
OF Allied Nations

Columbia University conferred the
degree OF Doctor of Law yesterday
upon Marshal Jofre, Mr.. Balfour, NJ.
Vivian and Lord Cunliffe. While
nearly $4,000 persons strove for stand
ing space near the Low Memorial
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1917-05-11
To-day's Programme
For Allies ENJOYS

Morning-Marshal Joffre goes
to Newburg for reception by Gov
ernor Whitman ut noon, and visit,
West Point.
1890 p. m.-Lawyers' luncheon
in honor of NJ. Viviani, at Hotel
Fillmore.
3 p. Unofficial reception OF
British War Commission at City
Hall. Speakers: Mayor Mitchell,
Joseph II. Cboate and Arthur
James Balfour.N
$3.50 p. m.-Visit to Vincent
Astor's home, Under Mayor Mitch
els escort.
8 p. Unofficial dinner at the
Waldorf. Speakers: Mr.. Balfour,
NJ. Vivian, Joseph H. Choate and
Mayor Mitchell.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-03-10
FORECASTS OF CONTROL
 OF THE NEXT HOUSE
Made by Democratic and Republican
 Leaders Last Night.

Washington, March s.-Optimistic forecasts of the control of the next house came quietly from democratic and republican leaders tonight when they heard of the presidents call for an extra session of congress April Is. Many unbiased observers, however, foresee only a long and bitter organ ization fight unless coalition agree ment prevents.
 Both Speaker Clark and Represent ative Woods of Iowa, chairman of the republican congressional committee, predicted victory for their respective parties. Each said his party was as- sured of at least 218 votes and that this probably would be its minimum strength.
 The official standing of the incoming house is as follows: Republicans z15, democrats 214, prohibftionist l. pro- Sressive l. progressive-protectio 1, socialist l, independent 1, vacant l..
 The vacancy exists in the Fifteenth New York district which is over whelmingly democratic. Under the New York law t11fs vacancy can be filled before the extra session begins if a special election Is called before next Friday.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-03-10
This Simple Laxative
 A Household Necessity
pr. Cald,Den's Syrup Pepsj1l Should Have q Place irr
 Euery Home

Constipation, or ir1action of the bow els, a condition that nearly everyone experiences with more or less fre- quency, is the direct cause of much disease. When the bowels become clogged with refuse from the stomach, foul gases and poisons are generated, and unless the congestion is quickly relieved the system becomes weakened and most susceptible to attack.
 Various remedies to relieve consti- patton are prescribed, but many of these contain cathartic or purgative agents that are harsh and violent in their action and shock the system. The most effective remedy is the com bination of simple laxative herbs with pepsin that is sold in drug stores un- der the name of pr. Caldwelps Syrup Pepsin. ,>eg gs
 The Hon. John D. Keister of Bran dywine, w.s5Va.. who-zh represented his district in the State Legislature for six years, writes that he uses pr. Caidwelps Syrup Pepsin and finds it a splendid laxative, easy to take and mild. yet positive, in it's action, and that it should be in every household for use when needed. s~ F
 Dr. Caldwells Syrup Pepsin is sold by druggists in all parts, of the United States and costs only fifty cents a bottle. It contains no opiate or mar cotic drug, does not gripe, and is rec commended as family laxative, mild
Norwich bulletin., 1917-03-10

Rev. William A. Keefe gave an il- lustrated talk to the members of the Holy Name society and their friends in the society rooms Friday evening A large gathering greatly enjoyed Fa- ther keefe's talk.
 His first picture, was view of the catacombs of Rome. He explained the history of these catacombs and told of the sufferings of the early mar tyrs. their heroism and their many sacrifices for Christian ideals. Father carvings and inscriptions which are seen in the catacombes and the signf- ficance of proofs of the Christian doc. trines.
 Coliseum. Then came the TriumphaI Arches of Pagan Rome. next the fla nous Raffello's painting, representing Constantine. surrounded by his sol diers. belloIding the cross in the heav ems. Father Keefe explained the ap pearance of the cross and of Tn the sign of the cross. conquer" and the effect of this historic event on Chris tianity which event gave Christians the liberry of worshipping in public
 Views of the Vatican and of the fa- nous and wonderful paintings and sculptures exhibited there were next glorious influence that went out to the world from the vatican. He explained at length the history Of the art gall leries and of the renowned painting.
 
 ffuence of the church. Father Keefe presented the picture of Montecassino where Saint Benedict founded his or der, which was of wonderful religious influence on the countries of the old world.
 Pictures Of Mt vesuvius. Pompei, and Naples were then shown and Fa- ther Keefe told of his visits to these places which proved most interesting to his listeners.
 Another feature of the work of the church was a group of pictures of the early Crusaders. The story of Rich Saint Louis. king of Franco, were told.
 Father tKeefe spoke on Saint Louis. as a Crusader. and faithful son, and as the ideal ruler of his people. . As works of tl1e church in the pres er1t day, Father Keefe introduced a group of pictures of the great Cath olfc sisterhood. He spoke at length among the poor. the needy, the aff1ict- ed and of their faithful services to their country at all times.
 He urged his hearers to be inspired the Catholic sisterhood and to aid in such ways as this. great order sets the At the close of the talk. Rev. Father pIause for his interesting and edu- cative talk
 Rife Clubs Scores.
 The list of the results of the mem bers participating in the weekly shoot of the Ptainfield Rife and Gun club follows: Ont of a possible 800: F Congdon 475 points; G.. Bahcock 4e0: J. Peterson AS: F. King 40: F. Ev- ans 4s7; s. chabott 432; A. Chase x31; l. Me1cter 42a; W. Cantwell 40; J. Burby. 462: J. Leehy ss7: F. Lynch.
 Out of a possible 250 T. Flynn 2S2; H. Ensiing, z3o; E. Lyon 22s: L. Krauss, 222: G. Hutchinson, 221; ,. Lees, 21e; A. Hilton, 21s
 Opera Cast.
 The weekly rehearsal Of the mem
Norwich bulletin., 1917-03-10
LukEwARM PATRIOTISM
Not Enough voIunteers to Clean un
 Dragging Military Census.

Mayor Daniel P. Dunn, chairman of the executive committee that has charge of getting the military census of the town of Windham. stated Hri- day afternoon that the work of get ting the census has got to a point where the blanks are coming in slow : ly, due to the absence of some volun- into zones was done with the suppo- sition that a number of public spirited citizens would respond and help the committee in the matter, but the com- mittee was greatly disappointed as short of the necessary number. More volunteers are wanted for this work and it is the hope of the committee teer to help in the work today so that by tonight the whole city will have been canvassed.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-03-10
.JEWETT CITY
Borough Pastors Subject. for Tomer- rows sermons-Harmony Club En- tertained.

Sunday morning at the Congrega- uonal church the pastor. Rev. Albert Donnell, will preach: subject, Turning Northward At T D. m. Y. F. S. c. E. service Miss Mary McNicol, lead CT. Topic, Spreading the Good News.
 At the Methodist church Sunday morning the pastor, Rev Samuel Thatcher, will preach his ninth scr mon on the Book of Revelation. At 2 9clock in the evening Rev Frank White, D. D.. will preach his sermon on The Old Homestead. Epworth League meeting at p. m. Miss Alice Young, leader.
 At the Baptist church the pastor. Rev. J. A. Spidell will preach. Sub jects, morning. A Gospel that is Sup pressed and Expressed; evening, See ing the Place where Our Lord Lay. The Lords Supper will be observed at the morning service.
 Entertained Club.
 =. Mrs J. A. SpideIl entertained the Harmony club Friday afternoon
Norwich bulletin., 1917-03-10
COLCHESTER
Work on New Factory for Kid Curier
 Company to Start Mondzy-Rev. C, N. Rarson1 to Speak at Congresa-
 tional Church.

F Work on the new factory building for the Columbia Kid Curlef Co. will be started Monday if the weather per mits New York men will erect the building. The company is rushed with orders and are working evenings: be- sides a large amount of work is given out to be done at home.
 The C. Y. P. S. met in the ladies' room of the chapel Friday afternoon to sew. Supper was served at o. clock and there was an entertainment by the members in the audience room at 7.45.
 To Describe Missionary Work.
 At the morning service in the Con Rev. Charles N. Ransom will preach. In the evening MT. Ransom, will give an address in the chapel illustrated with astereopticon views of Natal. South Africa where MT. Ransom has been a missionary for several years. MT. Ransom was formerly of Colches- ter and was graduated from Bacon Academy, after which he entered Yale. He expects to return to his 1abors in Africa in a few weeks.
 Commander Brown Recovering.
 Commander George Brown who has been seriously i'll at the home of Mrs. William Schmitz for several weeks has improved so that he was able to be down town Wednesday for the first time.
 Brevities.
 Superintendent Landers of the Boys club returned Friday from a few days visit in Boston.
 Earl Macreading of Glastonbury was in town the past week in the interests of the Electric Light Co. < The last meeting of the grange was held at the home of MT. and Mrs. A. T. Van Cleve.
 c. E. Harrington of Willimantic was a Colchester caller Friday.
 Mrs. Timothy Nutter of Whitins vile, Mass. is the guest of her. par. ents, MT. and Mrs. A. F. Roper.
 Postmaster J. J. Sullivan and son Jerome were visitors in Norwich Fri day.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-03-10
John Golden Confer. With Strikers

John Golden, president of the Tex tile Workers of America, was in this city Wednesday evening and confer red with members of the local union in regard to the strike at the Ressie Velvet mill. What was done at the meeting was not given out, but it was stated that the matter was to be taken up at the meeting of the execu- tive council in New York Friday. Col den endeavored to talk to the officials of the mill in regard to straightening out the matter but the officials re- fused to have any consultation what soever with the strikers.
 Some of the former strikers have returned to work in the mill and in so doing have caused difficulties for the union members who remain out. The company has had two men looking out for their interests in getting help These men have approach some of the strikers and with fine offers have
Norwich bulletin., 1917-03-10
Brief Mention.

George Corey of Andover was brought to St. Joseph's hospital for treatment Friday afternoon
 Rev. and Mrs. c. L.. Adams Of this city have gone to New Hampshire. where they will spend several months.
 One more attachment. making six teen in all, was placed on the saloon of Stanis1aus Rucyeski Friday. The attachment was for $500 made by a New York concern.
 Harry. Young of this city took part In the inaugural ceremonies in Wash ington, Monday. A short time ago Mir. Young enlisted in the navy and was stationed at Newport.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-03-10
Getting Valuation Of C. V. Road

: A force of engineers under the di- rection of James E. O'Donnell is in this city getting the valuation of the property owned by the Central Yer mont railroad. A train of four cars used by the men is located in the To- cal yards of the company. It is ex- pected that they will remain in Will limantic for a week or more.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-03-10
NAVY SWITCHES

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