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Morris tribune. [volume] (Morris, Minn.) 1880-2000, 1917-12-21

Mr.. and Mrs. Peter Peterson and
children left Monday for Chicago,
where they will spend two weeks
visiting with relatives. Mr.. c. l..
Collins of Minneapolis is taking Mr..
Peterson's place in the Vinje Cloth
ing Company store. He says it is
like getting back to his old camping
ground to get into the Vinje store,
as he clerked there for five years.
He is now travelling on the road for
Wyman, Partridge & Co., of Mime
apolis.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-11-27
PLAINFIELD
Weadlns at St. john's Chssroh--Kev, William A. keefe to Deliver Pa
 trfotlc Aadresses - Lieutcnantis
 Comm lesion for Local Young Man.

At T.30 Monday morning Miss Blanche GHertin and Gseorga Bergeron were united in marriage at St. Johns church. by Rev. William A. Keefe. The bride was handsomely gowned in white and carried white roses. The brother of the groom. The Misses Mary Mitchell and Antofnette Herbert performed the ceremony of removing the Children of Mary veil, of which society the hRise was member.
 Mr. and Mrs. Bergeron left Monday for a shert trip to nearby cities. On their return they will reside here, where the groom is employed.
 Te apeak at Montvifte.
 Rev. William A. Keefe is to attend the patriotic rafty. held by the State Council of DafeHsea at Montvifle, this (f'uesday) evening. and is to deliver & patrietfe speech Father keefe is to speak at the dedication of the service nag ef the Waite Cross council. Knights of Columbus. at Norwich.
 An important feature of these pa trietie rallies is the Liberty chorus,
 Commissioned Lfeuteaant.'
 The village of Ptatnffefd IS proud of the showing that she has made in the present war. because outside of being. represented by over sixty Foes.1 young Hen, she has second teuten- ant fR the U. 8. army. John Francis at the second officers training camp at P9attabsIrg for the past three menths, has been awarded the com raissieR. Mr. Sullivan is the oldest aan ef Mir. and Mrs Jerry Sullivan of Main street. and a graduate ef the
Norwich bulletin., 1917-11-27

Mrs, Bradford Danie;son and daughter Rosamond of Moosup,
 Miss Mary Gaiiager daughter of Mfr, and Mrs, Edward Galiaser, has been seriously III at her homo for several days,
 Mrs. George Assad remains i'll at her home an Main street,
 The dance held by the Central Fire company at the town hall Friday even- ing was well attended
 Trip Deferred.
 Mir, and Mrs, Willis Rouse did not leave for their winter home in St, Cloud, Fla. as they expected to go on account of the illness of Mr. Reuse's sister in law. Mrs. George Rouse,
 Joseph Benway Of Plum Island spent a few hours Friday with local relatives.
 Mfss Odna SegUin a stenographer In Providence, spent Sunday at her
 Floyd Nettfeten ef Fort Terry haa been spending a few days with his parents, Mir. and Mrs. William Nettfe- ton.
 Mir. and Mrs. George Stetson were in Jewett City te attend the funeral of Russell Brown.
 Mrs, Abby Hopkins has been visit ing friends in Providence.
 Miss Helen Elliott, nurse in New York, is expected at the hame of her father. William Elliott. te spend Thanksgiving.
 Earl 1t. Rfa&E ar OfhoyVllle spent Sunday with his parents, NN and Mrs. Charles Bragg.
 Mir. and Mrs. l.. Howard Cress wifi spend Thanksgiving at the home of MT, Cro&s' brother. Edwin Cross. in wfllfmantie.
 Felix Wakefey. who is in Uncle Sam's employ at the Charleston navy yard. spent Sunday at his home.
 Miss Phebe Barber B in Putnam to spend two weeka st the home of her aister Mrs. William Holland.
 Ruth Bafiou ia ill,
Norwich bulletin., 1917-11-27
Brief Mention.

William Barber enlisted in the na- val reserve in New Haven, Monday.
 Miss Rose Tetreault returned Mou- day after making a short visit in Middletown with relatives.
 Armand Hurteau. who >has been employed at the Gilman lunch cart, has resigned his position and will commence working at the South Windham plant of the Smith Win chester Manufacturing company.
 The condition of Harry Silverman, who had several ribs and his collar bone broken when his automobile turned turtle on the North Windham road recently. is rapidly improving, although he is still at St. Joseph's hospital.
 Arthur Kumpf, one of the pernA- nent men at the Bank street engine house, has returned from a. two days. visit with his mother, Mrs. George kumpf of 17th street, New York city. William Martin. one of the first call men of the engine company took Mr. kumpfs place during his absence
Norwich bulletin., 1917-11-27
UNION SERVICE.
Boroush's Protestant Churches Hold Thanksgiving Meeting at Baptist Church.

A Union Thanksgiving service was held in the Baptist church Sunday ev- ening. One hundred and seventy five attended, all the ministers being seat ed on the platform. A chorus choir with Miss Alice A. Brown as leader, and Miss Annie Robertson at the or gan, filled the choir loft. After the organi voluntary the congregation sang the Doxology. The invocation was offered by Dr. Frank White~ Judge Arthur M. Brown read the presidents Thanksgiving proclamation. Rev. E. M. Anthony led the responsive read ing. After a hymn was sung. Rev. Albert Donne1l, pastor of the Congre- gationa1 church, read the Scripture lesson. An anthem was sung by the choir. with duet by Mrs. G. H. Prior and B. R. Gardner. Rev J B. Aldrfch, pastor of the Methodist church offer ed prayer. A quartette. B. R. Gardner. Tyler Gilbert, G. H. Prior and B. P. Gardner sang the response.
 The sermon was preached by Rev: Myron Fuller, pastor of the Baptist church and was listened to with the closest attention. The closing pray CT was by Dr. White, concluding most inspiring service.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-11-27
CENTRAL VILLAGE
Local Q. A. R. Members Attend Pfain- field Tea-stephen A. Lewfs Active on 9oth 6irthdax-Mr. and Mira. Willie Reusa Defer Trip South.

Mrs. George Rouse renaina i'll at the home of Mrs. Charles Lewis, where she boards.
 Entisea as Cook.
 William Shaughnessy has enlisted as e cook. fife has been called to report at New London Friday.
 Mrs, Howard Clarke has gone to Quincy, Mass, where her husband is engaged by Uncle Sam installing cleo trio lights on boats which are built at the shtpyards.
 Mrs. Mary Reed of Danieisen was a Wednesday caller with friends.
 At D. A. R. Tea..
 Several members of the D. A. R, were at Plainf1eld Wednesday to attend the monthly tea at the home of Miss Annie TillinEl.ast.
 MT. and Mrs, Ernest Barr and son, who have been in New Hampshire for several weeks have been visiting at Joseph Farland.
 eoth Birthday.
 Stephen A. Lewis celcbrat ted his s0th birthday Nov. 2sd. He enjoys good health
 Mrs. Edward oailaeer and daughter Mary were Wednesday visitors fin
 Sunday Gueste.
 MT. and Mrs. John Fletcher enter tained Sunday Mir. and Mrs. Henry nell and Miss Edna Cornell of Provi- dence, Mrs. Ellen Mumford. Mrs, All bert Pai1thorpe of PawtucfSet. R. l., MT. and Mrs. Leon Aliard of Fomfret. MT. and Mrs. Charles Lackey of New Bedford. Mass. Mrs. Harrfett Palmer.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-11-27
MOOsUP
Local Epw6rth Leaguers at Circuit Meeting at Putnapn-SosiaI Evening Rush For Sugar at Store Which Secures a Couple of Barrels.

The local Epworth Lea que attended the Circuit Epworth League meeting held at the M. E. church, Putnam on Saturday evening. Leagues from Dan- represented at the meeting. After the transaction of business a social hour was spent in playing games. Refresh ments were served by the Putnam nual meeting of officers take place at the next Circuit League meeting to be held at Moosup.
 Those attending the meeting from Moosup were: Mildred Whitehead, Esther Rooney, Perciila Matthews Gladys Tuckerman, Jennie Williams, Jennie Walker, Alice Sa1esbury, Ethel Parkhurst, Alice Walker, Dorothy Sal isbury, George Campbell, Raymond Gallup. Ervine' Tyler, Carl Dorf1inger Daggett, Carl Main and Rev. w.. c. Darby.
 Social Club Meets.
 A social was held at the home. of Theodore Strike Saturday evening given by the Social club of Almyville During the evening refreshments were served and games and dancing were enjoyed by all. Music during the even- ing was furnished by a Victrola.
 Thomas Morrisey of Lowell. Mass, was Sunday caller in town. Ernest Lebeau, a sailor, spent a short furlough at the home of his par ents, MT. and Mrs. Joseph Labeau over the week end. Visited Hospital Patient. J. U. Burns, J. F. Co1lonan, I. Edmenson, motored to Boston Sunday visiting Frank Emerson. who is ata hospital there, having been recently operated on successfully.
 Mrs. Matthews and daughter Irene were Sunday callers in Plainfield. ItoneIf Dupius of Fort Terry, New York, spent Monday at the home of his parents MT. and Mrs. E. D. Du- plus on Catholic Hill.
 Norman Hill, one of Uncle Sam's sailors, spent the week end at his home in Almyville.
 Leo Maynard, a sailor, spent Satur- day and Sunday at his hot on Pros- pect street.
 Louis Lehoux of Camp Devens, spent Saturday and Sunday at his home here.
 Bargain Rush For Sugar.
 My turn next!" was the pass word
Norwich bulletin., 1917-11-27
FUN ERALS.
Mrs. Hector LeFevre.


 The funeral services of Mrs. Hec- tor Lefevre were held at St. Mary's church Monday morning. Rev. J. J. McCabe sang at the requiem high mass. Burial was in St. Mary's cem- etery The bearers were George, Fred and Herbert Lefevre, Joseph St. John, Alphonse Fontaine and Charles Mes sier Friends were present from .Glasgo. Norwich and Taftville. Under taker J. A. Hourigan had charge of the arrangements.
 Louis Goodreau.
 The funeral services of Louis Good reau, who died at Backus hospital were held at St. Mary's church Monday morning.
 Peter Lariche. Peter Lariche was also buried from St. Mary's church Saturday.
 To Entertain Norwich Union. The Congregational Christian En- deayor society is to entertain the Nor wich- local union December eighth. Mrs John T. Cheney of Moosup spent the week end with her sister, Mrs. H. E. Paul.
 Mrs. Joe Chenette and daughter, Rose, of IA South B street, Taftville, were visitors Sunday at the home of Mrs J. B. Leclaire Of Jewett City.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-11-27

Piainf1eld High school, 1S, He won the Milner scholarship to Yale col lege and is graduate of Yale Scien- tific school '1s. He took post-graG- uate course and won the appointment to Plattsburg last August.
 gentleman in every way, having those characteristics which make a s>oed soldier. possessing q good dis position, MT, Sullivan is suited in ev- cry way to make a successful leader fiji his new field Of duty
 He Is the second young man fa the town to be @ commissioned officer, Howard Esyfes of Central Village, F. Fl S.. '12. is a captain in the U. s. army,
 Buys Farm.
 T,fforsas Kfe1bosa of Jewett City has purchased Of I. Racine the large farm on Fiat Rock known as the Fsattss Farm.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-11-27

A War rally is to he held tonight (TueaSfay) in the meeting House Hill Congregational church. Rev. Francis Child, pastor. Several wei known speakers will deliver short addresses. The meeting is public.
 Several from here are planning to attend.
 Norwich Club Gave Danoe.,
 canoe was held in the Yantic, Fire Engine hall Friday evening. A fair sized crowd attended. It was given by the Joy club of Norwich, Mr. LoRsreen, manager. DiXfe's Sing ing orchestra furnished music.
 Nine Carloads of Wool.
 Fhe Aernore WDofen company re- eetved 9 consignment of nine car ieads of wool Saturday for use in making government cloth.
 The thermometer. was below the freezing point heEa all Gay Sunday. At D. m. it registered P, the coldest yet.
 Several from here attended the auc- ton of household goods, and farm supplies and cattle at Chark's, in Franklin, Friday.
 After EVeFsreens.
 Many have been in the woods around
Norwich bulletin., 1917-11-27
,JEWETT CITY
War Rally Tonieht-Families of Con- sregational Church Keep to Meat less -Wheatless Regimen Union Thanksgiving Service.

As part of the statewide campaign for presenting the real facts of the war to Connecticut citizens, there will be war rally this evening at 7.3O in Finn's Opera house, under the auspices of the State Council of De- fense, Secretary Webster of the town committee has arranged for the rally.
 The speakers will be Herbert Knox Smith of Hartford and William J. Connor of New London, both well qualified to bring to the people who att tend this rally the official message of the State Council of Defense to the people of Connecticut. There will be no charge for admission and col lections, and the meeting is for both men and women. Hon, Arthur NJ. Brown is to preside at the meeting.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-11-27
CONSERVATION STATISTICS.
Families of Congregational Parish Keeping VaIiantIy to the Rules For Food Saving.

The food conservation statistics from the Congregational church for last week for sixty-three families give 137 wheatless meals and 12 meat1ess meals more than is asked for by the food commissioner. This is the first time that the number of meatless meals has equa1led or exceeded the number ask ed for The number of waste1ess meals were two short of the total ask ed for. we fed the cat from the table," accounts for one meal, the other was not accounted for. To the question: "Why is the Congregational church taking these Statistics while the other churches are not%' the answer is, that the food commissioner asked all the churches of the country to take these statistics, and the Con- gragational church is using the meth cd the commissioner favored. Many churches are doing the work, some using metrods of their own devising Churches not doing the work have been held back by a variety of req sons.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-11-27
. CHIEFS REPORT.
Eighteen Bell Alarms, Forty Seven Still Alarms, During Past Year.

The report of Chief of the Fire De- partment Thomas P. Foley. shows that during tho past year, IS bell alarms were run in, while there were 47 still alarms. The department was reor- ganized the first of July.and as yet, sufficient call men have not been se- cured to fight a severe fire should one occur here He also states that he thinks a smaller auto truck than the present one could be used more econ onlically for small still alarm fires and chimney fires
Norwich bulletin., 1917-11-27

terdale is visiting Mir. and Mrs. Tim othy Sweeney,
 Miss May Preston of Daniclson spent the weekend with MT, and Mrs, Raymond Mitchell,
 Waiter Robinson. Edwin Hasefton, 0deiard ard 2oin and Edgar Mathisn Of have been at their homes here the past week on a foGr-and -a-haff days furlough,
 Tho M. U. church fs to have an e1- tertafnment in the Social Club hall.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-11-27
ATTAWAUGAN

Arthur waterheuse went to Fort Terry with Waiter Rolifnsan Monday, and visited over one night.
 MT, and Mra. Raymond . Mitchell were in Worcester Wednesday.
 Louia AIengue of Camp Devens was homo oyer the weekend.
 Mfsa Ruth and Thomas KTsaeFsan of Worcester spent the week. end with Albert Rofifnsan and family.
 Mrs. Archie Hemmfnway of Cen
Norwich bulletin., 1917-11-27
Recort of Librarian.

The city librarian, Bell B. Riggle- man. reports that during the year 35.- 500 books were circulated by the li- brary. with March the highest and August the lowest in that respect. During the year, 3O7 books were added, bringing the total up to 9.46S volumes. while g books were discarded and 20 of these were replaced The average daily circulation is 11S while the av- craze daily number of readers in the reading room is 34.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-11-27
Die Besseruna Meeting.

A meeting of Die Besserung was held at the high school Monday morn ing and the following programme was carried out: Reading, Giles Thomas; piano solo. Louise Johnson; reading, Earl James: vocal duet Marjorie Burnham and Julia Guild; recitation. Dora Baldwin; vocal solo, Edith Ly- man.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-11-27

at one of the local stores, Monday aft ernoon, shortly after a couple of bar reIs of sugar arrived. The store was damned, making it a necessity to close and lock the doors, letting in only a certain number at a time. Tho sweet stuff was taken away in two pound quantities by each customer, The grand rush resembled world series ball game.
 Mrs. Charles Walker of Sterling Hill was a Monday caller with local friends.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-11-27
>-iccr se- Sert to Jail.

'snk Carroll pleaded guilty in the % flee court, Monday morning to in- 'xfcation and breach of the peace. He z-as arrested Satur61av Cv~Tri0~~ at mid- night and it too.- two to take him to the staticn lloT<r, He was sentenced to 30 t-7--- i, =: , on each count Timothy SitllTNa1 pleaded guilty to a charge of vagrancy. Chief Kil1ourey said that he did not work. but hung around saloons. so he was sentenced to three months in jail
Norwich bulletin., 1917-11-27
Lccai Lawyers to Speak.

E Corporatio Counsel Thomas J. Kel- Icy VIII speak at patriotic mass meeting at Baltic Wednesday even ing, given under the auspices of the Connecticut Council of Defense
 Judge Frank H. Toss will speak at .; similar rally at Franklin in the
 or-:l hall Tuesday evening.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-11-27
OBITUARY.
William D. Mnnrna

William P. Monroe ii ad at his home fin Strong's court. Sunday evening" He was born in Mansfield, the son cf William S. and Iona A (CalhotI1N Monroe and --D owed l1- "a American Tn ~lDany to the t:rr : of his Hines 2 survived h. IIie parents. his- three chiidrc0 a brother and sisters.
 Mrs. 73ns1ie Hanson.
 The death of Mrs. Sophie Hanson, 8. occurred at her home at 73 Meadow street, Sunday, after a four months illness with carcinoma of the liver. She is survived by her husband, three sons and four daughters
 Patrick F. Cavanaugh.
 The death of Patrick F. Cavanaugh
Norwich bulletin., 1917-11-27
WTLLIMANTIC

occurred at his home in Colchester, Sunday morning after a brief illness.
 He was born in Canada but had lived in this country most of his life. He was employed by the New York, New Haven and Hartford railroad for thirty years and then retired. He was member of the local Knights of Columbus and of the Holy Name Society of St. Andrews parish. Col chester He is survived by three sons, a sister and a brother.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-11-27
What is Going On Tonight.

Ancient Order of United Workmen, WiIlimantic Lodge, No. II, at w C. F. U. Hall.
 Knights of Columbus San Jose Council. No. 14 at K. of c. Hall.
 Royal Arcanum. Wtllimantic Coun- ell. No 7zS. at Odd Fellows Hall
 Woodmea Circle Wiltimantic Grove, No g, af Woodmen's Hall
 Olive Branch Council, No 10, R. and & NJ Masonic Hall. 3 Physi~s, Committee of the Y. M. c. A at V Nj C. A.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-11-27
Burglar Alarm Installed.

The box containing the bell for the burglar alarm for the vault of the Willimantic Trust company in the new Jordan block has been placed in position. ht is so connected, that when the door of the vault is opened by burglars. this bell. which is located on the outside of the building will ring.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-11-27
Health Officers Report.

The report of the city health officer is not complete. since he was appoint ed after both Dr. Charles Jenkins and Dr. w. P. & Heating, former officers enlisted in the medical reserve. Since the day that he came on duty. there have been eight cases of contagious diseases: two typhoid; three each of dfphtheria and tuberculosis
Norwich bulletin., 1917-11-27
W;ntrv Weather Monday.

at o'clock Monday morning, the mercury stood at Is above. As to the coldest place, the footbridge proba- bIy wins the honor, for the wind gets a fine sweep down the river and al- so down the railroad tracks.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-11-27
John Began and Floyd WilIet Join
 Signal Corps, of Aviation Branch.

Among the recent enlistments in the regular army in New Haven, on Monday, are Floyd Willet and John Regan who have enlisted in the sig nal corps, aviation department of the regular army.
 They left this city Monday morn ing on the 1.35 train for New Haven in company with several other focal young men who were going to enlist in the navy in New Haven. Both of them are expert plumbers and ~6oth were employed by Hollis Lyman. MT. Began is the son of Mir. and Mrs. J. F. Began and is quite well known in athletic circles, being the pitcher for St. Joseph's school while he attended there and also for No. mill of the American Thread company's plant. Mr.. Willet has been in the plumbing business for the past thirteen years, taking that line of business up soon after graduating from Natchaug Grammar school
 They will leave to report at Fort Slocum Friday morning on the 11.35 train and will leave for San Antonio, Texas, next Monday.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-11-27
Boy Scouts Bean Contest.

Boy Scout circles are agitated over the result of the bean contest which was started last summer. Each of the patrols were given "A rows in the garden which was located on the rail- road property on Main stree. about opposite Jordan's garage. Each Ef the scouts were given three rows to care for and after the beans were planted, Rev. Vernon Cooke and Scoutmaster Robert Branch offered prize of $5 to the patrol getting the biggest crop. So far, about four bushels have been threshed and there are about three more bushels As to the biggest crop, the Wolves are lead ing now but the Eagles are a close second.
 The threshing is not proceeding very rapidly since the method is very primitive. The beans are placed in bags and the bags are beaten with sticks. Then the contents are placed on blankets and the wind blows the ckaff away.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-11-27
superintendent of Bio Plant.

Daniel H. Riley, a local boy, is su perintendent of the firm of Jennison Company of Fitchburg. which is now installing the heating outfit in the $9,- 900 GOO destroyed plant at Squantum, Mass
Norwich bulletin., 1917-11-27
FUN ERAL.

The funeral of Mrs. Helene Erdoni was held Monday morning at her home in Columbia, Rev. Newton T. Owen officiating. Burial was in Columbia cemetery, in charge of H. N. Fenn
Norwich bulletin., 1917-11-27
Surprise Party.

A surprise party was given 10 Mrs. George Williams, Sunday evening in honor of her birthday Musical selec- tionS and recitations were given and i;'~- refreShrre-tS were served.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-11-27
Will Close Thanksaivinu.

'-ae American Thread companv wi,, close their plant Wednesday evening for the rest of the week over Thanks giving Day.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-11-27
Items Sf interest

Ftew -3ritafn.-New Britain aerfe Of Eagles will eject officers on Dee. 13- There is 8 contest for the presidency Louis Jurgen and Philip Calm bach having been nominated. There will also be contests for the offices of chaplain and treasurer.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-11-27

here gathering the evergreen for wreathes and decorations. Three waE- on loads have been carted from the woods off Oakland avenue
 Items Sf lntsrest.
 1Iro. Edward Burgers and Gea. Dom afei. Of Lebanon, have been ape endinS the past week with relatives f1s town.
 Mir. and Mrs. A P, Manning have returned home, after two weeks stay in Washington, D, c. They are en- tGI'teining Mr. Manning's mother. Mrs, Lucy Manning, of Lebanon.
 Mir. and Mrs. Alexander Proctor of Oyster Bay. Long Island are spending scnee time in town with Mir, and Mrs John Proctor.
 Charles Sisson. U. s. A. Of Camp Devens, spent a leave of absence with Mrs. Woodruff, at the Colonial Miss Madeline Foley 4fas returned to her home in Norwich after a week end stay f1 Yantic with her sister Mrs. Alexander TatreaI.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-11-27
YANTTC

War Rally Thfs Evenfne-Nore"ich \Joy Club Gives Dance-Nine. Car leads of Wool Arrive For Adrsore
 NtE
Norwich bulletin., 1917-11-27
,CAL BOYS ENLISTED

IN THE REGULAR ARN