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Norwich bulletin., 1918-03-22
SENT TO STATE scAeoL.
Koswick Fortek Leader in Thsfts;
 Fncm Freight Car.

Edwin Sholes, X KosNick Fortek, Joseph Lucas 8. Stanley N5ick 12, and Charles Russell, z2. were before the police court Thursday morning as the result of the finding of some goods stolen from freight car in this city in their possession. All except Sholes were charged with breaking and entering, while he was charged with tresnaEs on raiiroAd property.
 Chief Kiilourey was notified Wed- nesday afternoon late, that some boys down Sodofn had stolen articles in their possession. It was also report- ed that freight car on a siding near the -Hillhouse and Taylor plant had been broken into. The contents Of the ear belonged to several loeai zoen- ceFns and the ear had been luaded on the siding several days and the boys had made two trips to the car. The police recovered several knives and scissors and some packages of sraisinsi The boys had destroyed some of the contents breaking crockery, and cut ting bags of fiorr open and bolts of cloth S
 All of the boys pleaded gtiilty to their respective charges in the police court through their guardian ad litena, Probation Officer Lyznan. As, it was shown during the case that Fortel1 was the ring leader. he was sentenced to the State School at Merdden un- til he is Fl years of age. The other boys were sentenced. but in their cas- es judgment was suspended.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-03-22
oCCUM AND VERSAILLES
.cMairyman Home from Texas-MiIi- tary Mass With Patriotic Sermon Surprise Party.

Vivian A. Perkins, a member of the Sixth scayalry, Troop A, after an ab- ssence of nine months, the greater part of the time spent on the Texas bor- der and at San Antonio, Tex, has been spending a short furlough at his home Mir. Perkins was accompanied by a fellow trooper, Floyd N. Tinsley, of Missouri.
 Military Mass. The services at St. Josepfi's. church Sunday. were of special interest and were largely attended. The 10 o'clock mass being as far as possible a naili- tary mass, at which Rev. F. R. Des- Sureault offieiated Following the mass Rev. U. o. sBellerese of Taftville de- hvered an able patriotic sermon. A male, chorus under the direction of the organist, MT. Dugas, rendered inspir- ing music
 On Home Leave.
 Omer Mossey, a member of the av- iation division, until recently station ed at Waco, Tex, has been spending a few days with home friends.
 David Coblentz, aviation inspector and repair man of the 17Sth division, during the past few months stationed at a Texas aviation school, was the guest of his brother, Archie Ceblentz, ON0F tIEo week end.
 The household goods of Samuel Baldwin have recently been taken by aLtotruck to MaIrehaug, Mass
 Surprise Party.
 At the Baldwin home there was a pleasant gathering a few evenings since when members of the Sunday school class of Mrs. F. lH. TopIiff met as a Surprise to Miss Mary Baldwin
 
 presented a velvet bag by her young lady friends.
 Farewell Gift. Members of the Loyal Knights re- gently held their monthly meeting at I the home Of Mrs. C. ". Perkins, when the usual spread was enjoyed. During the evening Master Harry Baldwin was presented a stfckpin as a farewell t gift from members of the club.
 Recovering from Fail. 1 Mrs. Eldridge is slowly recovering 1 from the effects of a fall received sev- eral weeks ago at the home of her | daughter, Mrs, Irving Gregory, where she makes her home. Mrs. Eldridge f was badly bruised by the fall, and as Eshe is nearly 90, the outcome of the fall was the cause of much WoTriment to her friends.
 l During IhurSuay evenings S severe thunder shower lightning entered the home of c. w. Perkins on the feed wire, knocking off clustering and lath i Among the soldier boys stationed al Fort Wright who have visited at thei1 homes recently are Ovila Preaxy. Au- gust Peloquin, Ira Leonard, Frank ISilva and Albert Exley.
 Members of the Red Cross auxiliary and the Society of Soldier Friends composed of young women. continue ito meet each week, doing their bit.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-03-22
GOSHEN
Royce Mccall Has Brief Home Leave Case-Randail Wedding at Colchester Church Meeting and Roll Call.

Royce Mccall of the United States navy was home for brief stay this week.
 case-RaIdaII Wedding.
 At Colchester Saturday afternoon at S.30 o'clock, at the home of the groem's uncle, Charles H. Dawfey, James R. Case of Hampton, Va, and Miss Bes- sic H. Randall of Goshen, Lebanon, were married by Rev. B. D. Remington, pastor of the Colchester Baptist church. Only near relatives were present. The groom is a native of Colchester, He is graduate of Bacon academy and of Storrs Agricultural college. For two years he has been instructor in agriculture in Hampton, Va; institute His position in Hamp- ton, with salary of over $1, 900 year, is held open for him, since he came north the past winter to answer the call of the seiective draft and at pres ent is in training at Camp Upton, l.. l. He returned to Camp Upton Sun day. The brides native home is Ma pie Hill farm, Goshen. She is a grad uate Of Bacon academy. Colchester and of the WfHimantic State Normal school and is successful teacher al present in the second grade in the Center district. Colchester.
 C. E. Meeting.
 The Christian Endeavor topic Sun day evening. The Art of Living With Others, proved subject of much in terest and helpfulness. The leader oi the meeting was Mrs. B. R. York There was a good attendance. The most popular song used ir the service seemed to be Brightet the Corner Where You Are.
 Church Roll Call.
 The church meeting and roll call is to be held Wednesday, March 97th Invitations are being sent out this week to nonresident members.
 Two more Goshen boys have passed the examination for the new national army, Clarence Thomas and Archie R. Curry.
 Rowland Kenyon of the United States coast guard, who has been home on a brief fHrlough. returned to his duties Monday.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-03-22
ELLINGTON
Supper and Entertainment We'll Pat ronized-St. Patrick's Whist Among Weeks Social Affairs--Droi Sketch at Granae.

Miss Marion Pease is the guest of Mrs. Oliver Forand in New York this week.
 Mrs. Raymond Steele of Hartford spent two days this week with her parents, MT. and Mrs. Charles Price
 Mrs. Otto Powell of AEanchester 'spent Tuesday with Mrs. A. D. Hale.
 Supper and Entertainment.
 The IS. T.'s and WIS served a sup per in the lecture room of the church Friday evening, followed by an enteA. tainnlent provided by the Rockville Christian Endeavor union which proved very enjoyable.
 Mrs. George Barber and Mrs Mo- Kinstry entertained four tables at a St. Patricl's whist Saturday afternoon at Mrs. BarbeF's home. The first prize was won by Mrs. o. N. Maynard. Re- treatments were served by the hostess
 Auti-Gossfp Club at Grange.
 The program at the grange Wedness day evening was in charge of the married members and consisted of a conical sketch, The Anti-Gossip Cub given by twelve men in costume, which was much enjoyed by all present and much fun in the audience
 Raymond Kibbe, who came Saturday Ito attend his mothers funeral, has re- turned to his home in New York,
 Charles Price is seriously ill at his home.
 The March meeting of the ". c. T U. was held with Mrs J. T. Carter al the parsonage "Wednesday afternoon Mrs. Carter talked on w. c. T. U work in England.
 The Red Cross meeting for work wat held Thursday afternoon with Mrs Mary KimbaH.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-03-22
SOUTH KILLNGLY
Willing Helpers Meet-supper and En.
 tertainment Well Patroaized.


 Mrs. George Philips is able to be out after an illness of three weeks.
 Mk- and Mrs. A A Tillfnghast have been entertaining their daughter, Mrs. Byron Jordan, and their granddaueA- ter, Mildred Jordan
 Met at Parsonage.
 Miss Hartig entertained the Willing Workers at the parsonage Wednesday afternoon.
 Supper and Entertainment.
 A bean supper was served in Grange, hall Saturday evening. There was a good attendance and all pronounced it a good supper. The proceeds are to, be used for the church. After the. supper there was a sfsort entertain ment consisting principally of music. A particularly pleasing number was Mother Macree, sung by Miss Macken- sic, and impersonated by Mrs. G. w. Barlow.
 Merril Jacques of Camp Devens vis- ited his father. A. A. Jacques. Sum day.
 A. E. Hall was in P1ain6eld Wed nesday to attend the funeral services of Henry F. Newton. Mrs. Fred Como was in Danielson Wednesday.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-03-22
HADDAM NECK
Bungalow Leased by New York Won- an-Men to Aid in Red Cross Work Farming Too Expensive.

Daniel Brooks has rented his bun galow to Mrs. Mcfarland of New York, who occupied the Peterson farm last summer.
 On account of the muddy condition of the roads, there were only a few fout to the Red Cross meeting Thurs day afternoon
 Leonard Selden is improving so that he is able to attend to his farm du- ties.
 Roland and Clifton Ladd were Sun day visitors with their mother, re- turning to Hartford Sunday evening.
 Harvey Brainard has purchased a car. It will be delivered as soon as the roads will allow a car to get through without being Tnired.
 Move from Farm.
 A. G. Carlson and family have moved from their farm to Hartford. Farming is too expensive nowdays. No farm help is to be had. Reaches France. Word has been received of the safe arrival overseas of Clifford N. Ray mond, son of the Congregational pas tor
 R. s. Bailey has opened a store in Middle Haddam, to be run in con- JUuOIlOH Wllu the pOSlOIuce.
 Mrs. Merrill Shepard has returned home from New Britain, where she has been a patient in the hospital since Oct. 29, 1917. Friends are glad to Eknow of her complete recovery.
 Eggs Cheaper, Feed High.
 The cackle of the hen is heard through the land. bringing the price of eggs down, but not the cost of pro- duction. Feed still fingers near the $5 mark.
 A good sized congregation was pres ent Sunday morning to hear Rev. w Harrison Raymond as he preached on the theme A Satisfied Appetite. Next Sunday his subject will be A Great Preacher and Hiss Message. Miss Margaret Nelson will again sing. l The Brooks Brothers have purchased a registered bull of the Guernsey breed.
 Fred Olsen is working for G. A Barcel.
 Men to Aid Red Cross. The Red Cross will hold an even ing session this week for the purpose of, folding gauge bandages. The men | will come and take supper and work in the evening.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-03-22
PLANT STARTS UP,
Fsrmer Turner Min RsmedeIed--WiiIi
 Be Devoted ts Tape Making.

About half a dozen persons are em- plussd at the local plant of the Fos- far StrEart CorBp&ny on Valley street, tape rcacturers. When the piaf,t B in full operation. about a hundred men and women will he employed. but the late arrival of shafting and ma chinery has delayed the opening. al- though some orders have been shipped rrurn fhis city.
 The building. which was the old Turner property, has been completely remodeled. including the installing Of new heating and lighting systems, and an elevator.
 The min will be run entirely by electricity On all except the top fluhr. there Will be fwo motors, while on the top floor. where the tape Ena- chimes are located, there are moro than a dozen motors, one for each nia- chine.
 The manager of the company stat
Norwich bulletin., 1918-03-22
EAST KIILNGLY

Mrs. Harold Brooks was a recen. visitor in Norwich. Sunday with relatives here.
 George Pray of Bazlozville speAt Mr. and Mrs Henry Oatley, visited in Worcester Monday.
 Miss Nellie Lyon is employed by the international Cotton Mfg. Co.
 John Enos of West G1ocestef, yis- fted friends here Sunday. 2
 Mrs. Grace Sheffield visited in Dan ielson, Saturday.
 Mrs. Lena Gordon has returned from 8 visit with relatives in Vermont
 MT and Mrs A. E. Sayies and eAil- dren of North Scituate are visiting local relatives.
 Clarence Roth is employed by the International Cotton Mfg. Co.
 Master Alfred Mason, son of Mr. and Mrs. George Mason, is seriously i'll.
 Several from here attended the union services at the Congregational church, Danielson, Sunday evening.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-03-22
SOUTH WELLINGTON
Flag Drill Given by Children Pleased
 Audience-PersonaI Items.

A very pretty flag drill was given at the Get Together club meeting on Thursday evening of last week in con- nection with the moving picture show. Flags representing the different na- tions were carried by the children. Miss Elsie PardRs carried the Ameri- can flag, Miss Marion Wendersac rep resented Miss Liberty. Peter De Russ represented Uncle Sam. During the intermissien Miss SVondersac recited Ships! Ships! and More Ships! which was well rendered. She was heartily applauded.
 undersoes Operation.
 Charles Johnson, who is at the Hartford hospital where he under went an operation on the spine, is as comfortable as can be expected.
 Michael Farra, who was operated on at Stafford hospital, is now at home and able to be about.
 Henry Richardson of East Hampton was in town the past week visiting friends and relatives.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-03-22

The Ladies society of the Congre- gational church were entertained at the home of Mrs F. s. Leonard Thurs day afternoon, 2S being present. Mrs. Leonard was assisted by Mrs. Walter Marshall, Mrs. R. F. Cheney, Mrs. J. H. Tracy and Mrs. F. l.. Kanahan.
 In Critical Condition.
 First Selectman Azarias Grenier re- mains in a very serious condition.
 Fred Smith was at his home in town Wednesday, He is stationed at the submarine base on the Thames and is one of the mail chauffeurs.
 30 Degrees During Thursday.
 Thursday was a day of regular sum- mer heat, the thermometer rising to 80 degrees at noon. Miss Margery Leyden, a nurse at St. Josephs hospital in Providence, spent Wednesday at her aunts, Mrs. Dennis Griffins.
 Mrs. o. F. Miller has returned from a visit with her daughter, Mrs. Ben jamin Hall, in Akron, O.
 The voice of the peepfrog has been heard in the land.
 Finds Other New Specimens.
 William H. Brown, who found the new specimen of Arnsinchia nen3iezii last summer on his property, has found several other entirely new plants in this section on his land.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-03-22

rector ]. M. Shepard had charge sof the genlerts.
 chariss |. olin.
 Tie funeral Of Charles D. 0lin was held Thursday. Prayer Mas offered at the family home in this city in the morning at nine o'clock. Rev. Robert s. Moore officiating. Tie body was taken to Hartford and funeral ser vice was conducted in Spring Grove cemetery chapel by Rev. Mr. Moore. Burial was in Spring Grove cemetery ArrarEe7nents were. in charge. of F'u- neral Director M. Shepard. The bearers w<ae R. Chappeil, Charles Lee, Benjamin Carpenter, and Walter iWoodill.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-03-22
ASHWLLETT

Miss Emma A. Johnson of New LonA don visited Sunday with her sister, Mrs. Grover c. Paine and family of Cosadduck Hill.
 MT. and Mrs. Daniel B. Vergason entertained there children Sunday.
 Mir and Mrs. John Woodmansee of Glasgo passed through this place OF Sunday.
 Charles P. Culver called on friends in Westerly Wednesday,.
 Charles H. Miner of Gallup Cross ing was a business caller in Asswil- lett, Tuesday.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-03-22
NEW ENGLAND COAL
 DEALERS IN coNsENncN
Advised by Sorrow to Get Their eoal
 as Early as Possible.

Springfield. Mass, March 21--ysnes J. Storrow, New England fuel admin istrator, speaking at the convention of the New England Coal Dealers Asso- citation in session here late this after noon, brought word that the antAras- cite coal operators had promised to care for New England's needs first of all this summer. They owe this ter ritory this consideration, he decdared. A marked increase in cod receipts hae been noted since March and this viii be continued. His message to the dealers was to get their coal as early as possible, and he urged them to pass along the word to every householder.
 The outlook for bftummous coal supply for next winter, however, Mir. Storrow said, was poor; even worse than in the winter just passed.
 Next years convention win be in Worcester.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-03-22
SALEM
Thirty Enroll ii Auxiliary to Norwich
 Red Gross.

George Moore of New Haven spent Saturday afternoon and Sunday at his home here.
 Abram Siminowitz and Leslie An arews were recent callers iii Norwich Mrs. ABraIn Sisnirowftz was a ta1ler in New London Saturday.
 Thirtv in Red cross Branch. i Thirty members have been enrolled for the local Red Cross branch. which will be an auxiliary to the Norwich chapter.
 c. E. Meeting.
 The Y P. S. S.SG. E. meeting Sunday evening was led by Nathaniel Clark MT. and Mrs. G. J Murray and chil- adren and Harold Darling were recent callers in Norwich and Fitcfville.
 Mrs. Harry Moore was a caller in Colchester, Saturday.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-03-22
Rirdmen on Fufinuol1.

Earl Tucker, Georg Robinson and Lawrence Costello, Mindham's latest birdmen, are. home on a short furloRgh of four days. They say that the, life is fine and are sall logged out" in their new uniforms. In his physical examination at Fort Slocum, Tucker. broke all previous records of chest sex T pansion of seven inches. Their fur-s iough expires Monday at noon, when! they must be at Fort Slocum.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-03-22
.11lsr txHAr sHE NEEDED

When women complain of weariness, loss of strength and vitality, backache, pains in sides and hips. dull headaches. dizziness, floating specl5s, and similar ailments, they too often accept these troubles as their lot because they are women, when the ailments may be the results of disordered kidneys. Mrs Mary V. Bunker, Milton on -tf1e- Hudson N. ", writes: T am now on my second bottle of Foley Kidney Pills. They seem to be just what needed" Try them The Lee L Osgocd Co.,
Norwich bulletin., 1918-03-22
Brief Msst;on.

William B. Mcintosh has received word from his son. Corporal William B. Mcintosh, Jr. that he has just. completed a short stay in the trencii- es.
 Many of the local stores will proba- bly, be open Friday evening. An agree ment was recently signed by many of the merchants to close Friday even. ings to save fuel and light but the agreement has expired.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-03-22
FUNERALS.
Mise saral,ette Bennett.

The funeral of Miss Sarahette Ben; nett was held at the home of MT. and Airs, U. B. Crane, on Windham road, Thursday afternoon at one o'clock, Rev. Leonard Smith and Rev H. H. Powell officiating The bearers were Phio Bennett, Arthur P. Bennett, Har- ry Read and Charles l.. Crane. The body was placed in a receiving vault in 8gYiiiinantic cemetery. Funeral Di-
Norwich bulletin., 1918-03-22

my horzessTk. My baby when sewn months old weighed 1s pounds snd lfeel better than I have for a long 4in1e. I never bad any medicine do me 50 much good. "-Mrs. PEARL MnHEAN, Mitchell, Ind.
 Good Lealth during maternity is s most important factor to both mother and child, and many letters have been received by the Lydia B. Piukhsm Medicine Go, Lynn, Mass, telling of health restored during this trying period by the use of Lydia E. Pinkham s Yeee- table Compound.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-03-22
INCREASED STEEL PRICES
 SUBMITTED FOR APPROVAL
To President Wilson by the War ln-
 dustfies Board.

Washington, March 2I. 2I.-Increasadl steel prices effective April 1 were sub . mftted to President Wilson for ap- proval today by the price fixing! com lnittee of the war industries board They were agreed upon after a two days conference between the com-8 mittee and representatives and steel manufacturers.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-03-22

duflng the tune | was look okingforwsrd to the coming ofmy little one that l an recommending t tp othere xpe C tsnt mothers. Be fofe, taking it, sounedaysl I suffered with nsu. ralgla 80 badly tha$ I thought I could not live, hut after taking three botztes of Lydia B. Pink hams V e re table Connpoundf was m-
 tirely relieved of .neuralgia, l had gained in strength
 and was able to go
 around end do m
Norwich bulletin., 1918-03-22
Red cress Room Open Sunday.

The local Red Cross work rooms at
 Windtam High School will be, open Sunday afternoon, March a4. The popular public conception of the amount of work done at the rooms is
 nush below what is accomplished and the public will have a chance to in; vestigste by inspecting the work.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-03-22

On Sunday a French deputation was received in Vienna by Baron Fiotow, representing the Foreign Minister who announced his Governments re- cognition of the independent Repub- lie of Finland.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-03-22
THaT Is ooINe ON roNleAr

Radians Chapter, No. II. 0. E. S., at Na4tnic Hall
 Wlliimantic Troop of Boy Scouts at the ccnsreeational Church House.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-03-22
LEONARD BRIDGE
Mrs. Mary 3. oImsted Dies While on a
 Visit--Brief Notes.

News was received by friends last Monday of the sudden death of Mrs. Mary B. OImsted,. 70, of Meodus, while visiting at her cousins, ". A. Cones, in Suffield. Mrs. Olfnsted, who was Miss Mary B. Barber. was a Desident of this place when in her girhood and was the daughter Of the late MT. and Mrs. Claaties Barber. Oct. [. 1868, she was united in marriage with Albert E. OImsted, whose death oc- cured several years ago. Mrs. Olm- sted was born March 29, 1S47. The body was brought to Meodus, whero funeral services were held at her late residence Saturday afternoon.
 Personals.
 MT. and Mrs. w H. Kneeland of Columbia spent Friday with their brother, Edwin P. KneeIand, who is III with muscular rheumatism.
 Mrs. Ida E. Cummings has returned from a visit at South Manchester.
 Louis HimmeIstein and Morris Val insky were in Colchester Monday.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-03-22
WsLLlMANTlc K. OF C.
 5oWLERs WIN Take Three Straight From Ys M. c. A, Five,

gTAe Knights of Coluinbas took three |stzMight from the r. M. c. A at Tuft's bowling alleys en Thursday |evening, in the five games of the five game series. Previous to this game, |fhe tvEe teams were tied. each winning
 six games each The K. of C. men took each game, by a wide margin and the total EinfaN by 132 pins. There
 was a large crowd present.
 SoofaS
Norwich bulletin., 1918-03-22
Persbino Will Slick.

Astrologers say the stars are fa- vorable to General Pershing until 1919. Pershing, however, will probably stick to his job until he finishes it, even with the stars against him. Detroit Free Press
Norwich bulletin., 1918-03-22
HUNDREDS OF CASES
 OF GRIP IN HARTFORD
One Doctor Reports as Many as s
 Patients Having the Disease.

Hartford, March 21-This city is in the midst of an epidemic of grip. Phy- sicians say there are hundreds of cases here, some serious but the most of them light One doctor reports as many as 35 patients having the dis ease.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-03-22

Smileage Books vaIued at s1. These books contain tickets good for ad- mission at the various heatres in the different training camps
Norwich bulletin., 1918-03-22
'WILLIMANTI

Cd that he expected the plant would be- in full operation the middle of next week, as machinery Is arriving by the carload every day.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-03-22

Every bullet and young hen sold for food means a reduction of from five to twelve dozen in the supply of next spring and summer.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-03-22
smiIeane eook iAaent.

Cyril A. I.arnoireax of this city has been appointed local salesman for thei
Norwich bulletin., 1918-03-22
JEWETT CITY

Congregational Church Society Enter tained by Mrs. F. S. Leonard-Se- iectman Grenier Critically HI-Wii- liam H, Brown Finds New Botanical Specimens.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-03-22
7o Select Camp peSens Contingent.

The members of the local exemption boaxd will probably nset today to de- termine tel men who are to go to Camp Dexens in the next quota. Moth Ing definite has been given out about Che number of men to leave.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-03-22
MOTHERS
 TO BE
Should Read Mrs. Monyhan's Letter Published by
 Her Permission.

Mitchell, Ind.-"Lydia E. Pinkham's Vegetable Compound dhelpedme soanuch
Norwich bulletin., 1918-03-22
eiven , chanee Ed F.sde Away.

Phillip Kinney pleaded guilty to in. t0xicatfpn but asked that he be giv- er another chance, so he was allowed 24 hours to make himself among tho missing.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-03-22

Egypt has three breweries and the war has helped their business.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-03-22
KM c..

Jack Leonard. one Of the Y. N. C.. 4. men, was out of the game on ac-, !count of sickness.