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Norwich bulletin., 1917-12-17
EMBARGO ON EXPORT GOODS.

When the railroads placed an em- bargo upon the shipment of goods which are intended for export bar ring those which are intended for the use ot this country in eduipping and supplying its army abroad, it unques- honably did a wise thing. Such goods have been requiring a large part of the transportation facilities and con- tributing greatly to the congestion which is being felt at she present time.
 The lack of sufficient merchant ships. either those flying the United States flag or those belonging to en- tente or neutral nations, has been such that 1t has been impossible to take such goods from the piers and terminals as fast as they have been received The result is that there is now piled up awaiting removal hun dreds and thousands of tons of such material. There is an insufficient ton- mage to meet the demands and vet there are scores of ships in our har- bors swinging idly at anchor because no agreement has been reached re- has not seen fit to take them for the feriod of the war to overcome the congestion.
 Tc keep the railroads busy trans porting more of such goods only to have them contribute to the already Gongested lines and overcrowded piers is the height of folly. There are other things for which the railroads should be used such as the transportation of necessities right here at home. The embargo on the goods intended for -ex4 port is therefore an excellent move in the right direction.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-12-17
DELIVERING TRUCKS OVERLAND

r Automobile trucks are going, to play most important part in the trans portation Of the war necessities on the other side of the ocean. These are already being constructed in large numbers in this country and some are ready to be sent from points in the center of the country to ports of ship ment. With the railroads overcrowd- ed with other business the idea of sending these, trucks overland under their own power. instead oi attempt ing to place an added burden upon the transportation lines is an excel lent one.
 This may be in the nature of an experiment but it is believed that it will prove so successful that the use of motor trucks for carrying merchAn- disc between cities will be more gen. orally adopted in order to relieve con- gestfon and to better satisfy urgent requirements. There will also be the chance to thoroughly break the trucks s in. to test them out fully before they are sent abroad and to give those operating them a chance to become more proficient in handling them. The trip of this first lot of thirty cars, coming as it will from Detroit, will also bring into use the good roads which have been constructed in the several states.
 There are reasons to anticipate that the results will show the advisahility of making all deliveries of such cars in this manner which will mean the release of many railroad cars for handling other freight. It is certainly the time to bring into play ali possi- bie agencies of transportation
Norwich bulletin., 1917-12-17
THE WEBB BILL.

It seems quite probable now that the Webb bill which was presented at the last session Of congress will receive favorable action and soon be- come law. It has been approved in both branches Of congress with some changes in the senate which will re- quire a conference in order to get an agreement upon those provisions over which there is a difference of opin- ion, but such ought to be speedily ac- complished.
 This piece of legislation has to do with our export, trade. Naturally our attention at this time is centered up- on war activities but we cannot cast aside all thought regarding the trade which we have with countries outside of the war zone. That was impor- tant before the war and it will be even more so after the war so that 1t is something which cannot be ne- glected at this time. But under ex- isting restrictions some changes in the laws are necessary to bring about the best results. We have got to alter our laws so that the expor. business of this country can compete with that of other nations.
 Under existing conditions the Clay ton law forbids the manufacturers of this country from getting together on their foreign sales. They are not al- lowed to have the same agents or to fix prices but that is what manu- lecturers in other countries can do and are doing. This placed handi- cap upon the foreign trade of this country which ought not to exist if we are going to extend that business The Webb law will remove the ob- stacle and there ought not to be any needless delay in it's enactment
Norwich bulletin., 1917-12-17
A NEEDED REsuKE

Col. W. H. Chatfield, chief of the army recruiting service for the dis trict of New York, criticises a judge in the court of general sessions for allowing a prisoner before him who had pleaded guilty to petty larceny 10 volunteer in the army or to risk further prosecution on Indictments Charging petty larceny and forgery in the second degree.
 Colonel Chatfeld expresses surprise that an American judge would do such a thing and especially at 8 time like this. and declares that "The army is neither a reformatory nor a prison, but 1t is body of honorable men and we intend that 1t shall be maintained at that high standard. No man with a his- tory like this man Fox could get into the. service
 Time and again has this same po- sition been taken by army or navy officials because of the action taken by judges in attempting to get those who have violated the law to enlis. Ia one department or another of the
Norwich bulletin., 1917-12-17
THE TREATMENT OF NORWAY.

Some idea of the wrongs inflicted upon neutra1s cy Germany is given by the official statement to the effect that Norway has lost 5000 sailors dur ing the war, wsSc.. was also accom- panied by the announcement that two more Norwegian steamers have been sunk with loss of life in both in stances And Norway is not the only sufferer, for there is hardly 3 neutral nation that possesses shipping which has not lost both lives and property.
 Norway, however, has been heavy loser. It's rights have received no re- spect in spite of the fact that Ger many has been receiving much help in various ways from that country. Not only its sailors have been lost but German warships have partici- pated in the smelling of the boats (which contained women and children as if they were Of less consequence than cattle
 Under such conditions it is not sur prisfng that there has been a grow ing opposition to Germany and it's methods in that Scandinavian country If in fact there is any cause for sur prise it is that Norway has been will ing to suffer such losses, experiencing such destruction of life and property over and over again without having any regard shown for it's protests without at least using every means % prevent Germany from getting any help therefrom even thougl: the prof iteers have been reaping a harvest. If, however, Norway has become harden ed to such losses it simply remains for Germany to see how many sub, 5ects and ships of that country it can send to the bottom of the sea and that according to the reports is what it is doing.
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nations service. It Is the only stand to take in regard to such a matter. but it is surprising that judges in va rious sections of the country have to be reminded of it so often.
 The accused in this case, man named Fox, was involved in that army and navy bazaar where large amount of money was taken in but only a very insignificant sum was turned over to the object for which it was raised. Not only did he plead guilty to one charge but one of the alternatives allowed him by the judge indicates that .he is liable to other prosecution. Certainly that kind of a man ought not to be forced upon army officers to reform. They have enough to do without any such handicaps as that
Norwich bulletin., 1917-12-17
HOW TO KEEP WE'LL.

There are many simple remedies which may be used to ward off dis ease. We all know the efficacy of the cold bath. Those who find the shock the warm one, provided that they ai- low the waier gradually to become cool and then give themselves brisk rub down.
 As soon as the men enter the army they are given setting up exercises to make them fit" The morning exer- else for women is quite as essential.
 Fruit Is an aid to digestion, but few of us really eat 1t inteiligentiy. We are apt either to consume too any. at a1l
 The. woman who wishes to keep her. self up to the mark in her work will keep. in normal condition. No one who wishes to wake feeling refreshed in the morning will go to bed with all the windows closed. Unless she has fresh air to breathe all night she can- not expect to feel fresh and energetic senses more than anything else in the world.
 Anyone who expends much energy should store energy with the same does. She should start the day with a breakfast of whatever she prefers just so it is nourfshing, The quantity matters not as much as the quality. All this early nourishment shouG never be neglected whatever the early morning rush may. be.
 Luncheon should not be a mere nanne. It shoud be real meal # there is but a half hour it should be eaten with regularity. And it should be nourishing. BHt the regularity is the main thIng.
 It is far better to get the fuel each day aS the same time than to get4 a great amount of fuel one day and none at all the next
 Dinner should be meal that s enjoyed. It should be the time of re-
Norwich bulletin., 1917-12-17
A PLAY COSTUME.

In any group of children the en- vied wearer of a play suit'' is leader and director of the moments busi- ness. And what more ecstatic happi- ness for the small boy than to narsh out among his companions in a spick- span new cowboy outfit or Indian suit or Jack Tar togs! The child becomes for the time what he imagines he is and half a dozen play suits will make half a dozen different individuals in as many mornings-and incidentally keep him busy and happy and out of
 Some of the delightful costumes that are all ready for the little lad are: Military suits. sailor costumes, cowboy outfits, Indian chief outfits. policeman and fireman uniforms and baseball suits. Tine small girl may have cowgirl suit, a nurses uniform military uniform or a squaw out fiji
Norwich bulletin., 1917-12-17
THE SEPARATE BODICE.

The separate bodice is not the only unusual fashion feature in the new gowns for the evening. There are ex- aggerated peasant bodices that are are merely enlarged brassards that swing between the shoulder and the elbow something on. the order of Mohammeds coffin. without anything holding them up. They are wide jewe1ed straps in the way Of a neck lace that cross the shoulders at tEe back. the bust in front, then resolve themselves into a kind of waistband.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-12-17

There are many coat models in dark mahogany or dregs of wine tones and brick. and all warm. dark. red dish tones are much used. There is also a medium dark shade between a rose and red, called Lanyin red, which is particularly good. Serpent green, a dark gray green, with shimmer of silver to it. is a good tone as is also Marie Louise, Q greenish blue. and queens purple. an amethyst shade. Such shades are chiefly shown 'ir. velours de laine. but sometimes of other wool stuffs
Norwich bulletin., 1917-12-17
HEALTH AND BEAUTY.

Reserve ten minutes a day to treat the nails, ,-thirty minutes for the bath, and time for the "1ee strokes'' for the hair and one will have gained the first step toward acquiring we'll grootned appearance, says a well known au- thority on beauty. With this ha a.t formed it naturally results that the little attentions necessary to the out ing attire follow. Neatness is a thing that grows on one. It becomes hobby if due thought is given to its development. Once formed it becomes a second nature
Norwich bulletin., 1917-12-17
UTILIZE OLD STRING.

Instead of throwing away String that is tied around packages save it.
 Tie it all together and crochet it into wash cloths, dish cloths, etc. To k1aixe a dish, cloth crochet chain as long as desired and into every other stitch make a double crochet with chain between and work it the same way until it is of ample proportions.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-12-17

Lady Frances Balfour, president o1 the London Society of National Un- ion of Woman Suffrage and presi- dent of the Travellers Aid society claims that the aid of women is nec- esSary to win the war.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-12-17

making yourself fit for the duties that are yours? Unless you are, you are not only doing yourself an injustice, but you are not doing your part in the work of the world.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-12-17
PLAY AND WORK.

The woman who has work to do should take care of herself. If she is an efficient worker che looks out for the tools she needs for her labors Why, then, should she neglect the most important thing of all--the ma chine itself, the very motive power of her work?
 Are you taking care of yourself and
Norwich bulletin., 1917-12-17
MAKE LABELS STAY ON.

To faSten the name labels on cans and bottles containing foodstuffs use a piece of adhesive plaster. This will stick to any surface and the annoy ance caused by labels falling off will De at an end.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-12-17

The man on the corner says: Lots of people seem to think they are teli- ing the policeman a secret when they call his attention to the condition of the weather
Norwich bulletin., 1917-12-17
CONCERNING WOMB

For the first time in the history of the relations between Mexico and the United States the direct organized 4 fort of women of both countries ie about to make itself felt.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-12-17

If your flesh is fiabby, after wash ing the face with warm water and soap dash the skin with cold water to which has been added a teaspoon ot benzoin. A cold compress around the neck at night will harden the flesh and remove the ffabby appear, ance.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-12-17

From the way in which the bol- shevfki are kowtowing to Germany, there, appears to be no reason for the If" when it is declared that the Rus sian delegates are authorized to art range for peace if the armistice ef- forts succeed.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-12-17

Inasmuch as the combination of exporters is favored by the state, why not let the railroads work togethef for the purpose of taking care os de- nestle requirements? :,
Norwich bulletin., 1917-12-17

Besides giving her three sons t6 the colorsl and her daughter to thf Red Cross. Mrs. Esther Gaddis, oi Atlanta, Ga, has herself gone to the Charleston navy yard to- run a sew ing machine for Uncle Sam.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-12-17

record shipment Of > anthracite coal for the month of November is announced, but New England hasn't very much to show for it.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-12-17

From the condition of some walk. there are people who, it would seem haven't learned that we had a snow storm last week
Norwich bulletin., 1917-12-17

When the demand is being made for more hogs. there ought to be no pes- sibility of a confusion with profit eers.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-12-17

Those who are trying to rush peace give the impression that they are will. ing to accept anything under thai name.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-12-17

little of the winter weather gives clearer idea of what such coadi- tions mean to the soldiers on the bat tlefronts.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-12-17

Women of the army and navy cir cles are banded in the united serv- ice committee of the Lay Woman s Service of the Red Cross, and Mrs. Josephus Daniels, wife Of the secre- tary of the navy, is one of the women at it's head
Norwich bulletin., 1917-12-17

Questionnaires are not things to be cast aside like monthly b:i1s. They must be answered promptly and re- turned.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-12-17

taxation after the stress of the day is over.
 Nothing should be allowed to inter fere with it. Even if the duties must be taken up afterward, for an hour or more, the cares of the day should be forgotten.
 pressing hard upon every one just now, there seems little reason to give no time to recreation of any kind. For the body as well as the soul needs a time of renewing. We cannot bu.sa the candle at both ends and expect it to last as long.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-12-17

Those sections which are responsi ble must realize before novs that the are adding nothing to their popular ity by sending out blizzarIs.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-12-17

The weathernaan has been more particular this year than he has some times to give us the proper settine for the Christmas season.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-12-17
EDITORIAL NOTES. Join the Red Crossi

It is only natural of course that people should get pretty well warmed up over the fuel question
Norwich bulletin., 1917-12-17

If the Italians are seeking snow to help them in their operations, they are welcome to all that is around here.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-12-17

The announcement that the Turks do not intend to recapture Jerusalem will cause no i'll feeling except in Berlin.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-12-17
RECIPES.

Salmon MoId-SaImon mold is a de- licious dish which requires one can salmon, one acupful of soft bread crumbs, two tab1espconfuls of melted butter, two eggs beaten, juice of one half a lemon, pepper and salt. Mince the salmon; ad the other ingredients and cook five minutes. Pack in q mold lined with slices of hard bo;ssd cgs. Chill and serve on bed of let ttlce with salad dressing.
 Toast Pudding-Take six slices stale bread e half inch thick. Mix one beaten egg with one cupful milk; and one-quarter teaspoonful salt and soak bread in thIs fifteen minutes. Brown in hot butter in a frying pan or grid ale. Serve with a sauce made of one half cup raisins. boiled fifteen min utes in two cEpfuls water and e-le tablespoonful brown or white sugar, one teaspoonful flour to thicken and one teaspoonful butter, spTinlSiing of salt and nutmeg to season.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-12-17
DISGUISE CASTOR OIL.

Put the dose in orange juice. with the tiniest bit of soda stirred in to make it foam. The children will con slider it a treat instead of medicine.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-12-17

Steamed brown bread with raisins is wholesome and pa1atable
Norwich bulletin., 1917-12-17

If a glass jar refuses to open, set it top down in an Inch or two of hot water.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-12-17

Warm cornmeal musia. left over may be used in making mullins.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-12-17

Tomatoes which are not fully rip, on the vines may be set in the sun t. finish.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-12-17
WOMAN IN LIFE AND IN THE KITCHEN
SUGGESTIONS FOR
THE SEWlFE

SUGGESTIONS FOR
 THE HOUSEWIFE Fried mush is palatabie alone, but delicious with golden sirup-
 Steamed brown bread with raisins is wholesome and palatable.
 Warm eornmeal musfa. left over, may be used in making mullins.
 If a glass jar refuses to open, set it top down in an Inch or two of hot water.
 Tomatoes which are not fully ripe on the vines may be set in the sun to finish.
 The lighter salads are appetizens: the heavy ones should be regarded as central dishes.
 Parsley roots may be lifted and set in frame to serve as a garnish in winter time.
 When bacon is good and sweet, the lean is firm and bright, and the fat quite white.
 Onion sauce is served on toast for a luncheon dish. Potato soup is much improved by a few tips of parsley. Wooden plates or pfatters are handy to dry vegetables on.
 Stale cake crumbs can be very we'll used in fruit pudding.
 Spinach contains a great deal of the much talked about vitamins. Cereals are generally the most 1ourishing of the cheaper foods. Stuffed eggplant makes a good main dish for a vegetarian dinner.
 Try rubbing a spot of fresh paint off with a piece of the same fabric. A tough piece of meat will cook tender if it is first soaked in vinegar. Celery leaves may be dried, pulver- 1zed and bottled to use as seasoning. Beans, milk, peas, cheese and pea ruts are substitutes for meat, in food value.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-12-17

Fried mush is palatabie alone, but delicious with golden sirup.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-12-17

Tailored skirts of soft taffetas ar. made with kinono sleeves.
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Stuffed eggplant makes a good main dish for a vegetarian dinner.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-12-17
LAST MINUTE GIFTS.

Underwear straps may be quickly constructed out of two-inch satin rib bon shirred on elastic. Pert little lows may hide the snap fasteners.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-12-17

Lingerie sets are made Of tiny rib bon roses for fancy bows attached to gift safety pins. Little pink ribbon
 rcsehuds attached to pins make ador-
 able gifts for babykins.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-12-17

Among the new hats are some shap ed like Russian turbans.
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THERE ;s no eoverr1slng medium In Eastetn Connecticut equal to The Bul- letin for business results.
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Try rubbing a spot of fresh paint off with a piece of the same fabric.
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Girdles Of beads are tied with long ends hanging down the front.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-12-17

Smart collars, cuffs and vests are Of satin with soutache braiding.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-12-17

The lighter salads are appetizers: the heavy ones should be regarded as central dishes
Norwich bulletin., 1917-12-17

A favorite sports hat is the sof velour in pastel shades.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-12-17

A tough piece of meat will cook tender if it is first soaked in vinegar.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-12-17

The informal evening gown won many fashionable hearts.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-12-17

There are many women who, when cold weather approaches. put on arm hole clothing and shut themselves in almost air tight houses. This is wrong, of course, both for beauty and health. Some skins are sensitive to cold and direct contact with wintry winds is hard on them; but though your cuticle may be delicate it need not prevent you from going out
 Under no circumstances open pimple without applying immediately afterward some astringent to contract the hole which has been made, Pure alcohol, ticture of camphor or cologne water are all good.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-12-17

Little sister will like hair band in narrow blue or pink ribbon as fancy dictates. shirred on elastic with fluffy ribon rosettes to keep her curls in place.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-12-17

Peacock blue cloth makes a pretty dress when piped with coral satin.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-12-17

Hats with large brims turn back and are held against the crown with an ornament
Norwich bulletin., 1917-12-17

l The natural waist1ine is the most
 evident among the winter fashions.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-12-17

Celery leaves may be dried. pulver- zed and bottled to use as seasoning.
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used TOT crochet1ng slippers. epvered with silk and bound with silk cord is just the thing for powdering the de- butarite when attired in her evening gown.
 A handy article for the knitter or crocheter is an apron made of dinlity or silk. Cut a circular piece of your goods about 14 inches in diameter, run a beading all around the edge and fasten this circle to the centre of your square by sewing around in a circle of about four inches. This forms bot s tom to your pocket. Run ribbon in one Of the hems and a narrow ribbon through the beading on the circle and draw up to form a circular pocket which will hold your ball of wool and keep it from rolling away. The apron itself, of course. is used to fold the work up in and the riben in ti1e end can fasten around the waist when working.
 Pretty hanging pincushions that merely little bags, the bottom round ed, the top finished with tiny scaIlops- loop of ribon is sewed in at the bottom. this being run through an ivory ring. and to the ring are clnsped saEety-pins of various sizes At the top two long eyeiets are worked front and back, and after the cushion, has been lightly filled with wadding, a ribbon is put through the eyelets and tied in a loop above.
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Beans, milk, peas, cheese and pea nuts are substitutes for meat, in food
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Skirts are draped near the bottom to form clinging lines about the feet.
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Cereals are generally the most 1ourishing of the cheaper foods.
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Shaded striped Things are seen in fine satin coats for the afternoon.
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Velvet and fur is the warm, fash ionabie combination.