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The news scimitar. (Memphis, Tenn.) 1907-1926, 1918-11-29
SOME IMPROVEMENT

Casey's wife was at the hospital,
where she had undergone a very serious
operation a few days before.
Mrs. Kelly called to inquire as to MIS-
Casey's condition.
as she restin' duietly?" she asked.
mo, but | am" said Casey.
The news scimitar. (Memphis, Tenn.) 1907-1926, 1918-11-29
OFFICER U LTY

BRISTOL, Tenn, Nov. 20. (Spl)-The
trial of Policeman n. Wickiine, charged
with the murder Of John L.. Spicer at
Hinton, w. Va, on July 2. 1918, result
of murder in the first degree, with the
recommendation OF a life sentence.
Young Spicer. was shot to death at Hin
ton in July following a quarrel.
The news scimitar. (Memphis, Tenn.) 1907-1926, 1918-11-29
Pageants Produce.

Gave five large pageants, in which
several thousand men, women and chill
dren Of the city took part. from which
II realized for its treasury &,14l 20,
These pageants we're; Armageddon,
Midsummer Nights Dream, Message
from Mars. Moon Flower n Columbia
Fete.
The slogan IN the wonderfully sue
cessful campaign last spring, In which
more than 800, 900 was raised for the
use Of the local Red Cross chapter,
was; THE men to furnish the money
the latter have lived up to their part
and the women to do the work." and
OF THIS division In n manner that has
earned the everlasting praise of the
men of this CITY and the heart'"st com
mendation from the higher officials OF
the National Red Cross War Council.
/ Hostilities have ceased, and the war
Is virtually over, but the women Of
ties at Red Cross headquarters as II
fighting were stlll raging, They recog-
nlze that there Is n vast work yet TO
be done and they are setting their
hands and their hearts to the task
with the same unselfishness. the same
devotion to the great cause and the
same love for the boys in khaki, wheth-
or In home camps or overseas. that
have hallowed their work from the day
the great war first began.
While Memphis was giving her dol
lars, she was not slow in contributing
the cream Of her manhood, for In all,
nm approximate total of IL 600 men left
from this city and county to answer
their Country'H call.
The draft boards since last October
have enlisted about $500 men, more
than rs per cent Of which have reached
ficed their life blood for America. The
remaining $500 were volunteeres
| through the navy, regular army and
marine corps. the latter accepting more
applicants since the battle of Chateau
Thierry, than the other two combined.
The War Camp Community league
disbursed 10000 In the establishment
and support OF the Khaki club, and
other activities, This amount was Sc
cured In Memphis.
Millington. established under the direc-
ton Of the Y. W. G. A., was erected
and equipped at the cost Of SIS, 900 by
that organization.
E~ntertains Thousands.
baths and swimming pool privileges for
100. 900 men In khaki in groups OF 25O
or over.
Its other principal activities have
been.
Arranged for passes, written on let
tcTIltduS VI tHt VI BailHh'l'it W. MI
diers to local theaters In groups Of | to
$50. frequently the maximum.
Met troop trains at all hours Of day
and night and brought men to the Y,
NJ. C. A. to enjoy the swimming pool
and other privileges.
Entertained and served refreshments
every Saturday night for the pleasure
Of men In khaki.
Provided accommodation for II" 10 100
soldiers in It's building every Saturday
night since the war began.
Had 40 prominent citizens Of Mem
phis owning cars subject to call to take
men in uniform through the parks and
to all points Of interest In Memphis.
Arranged for the entertainment In
private homes Of 500 to 1000 men IN
khaki who were absolute strangers In
Memphis.
Thrown open building, with all privi-
leges Of the Y. NJ. G. A. to every mar
wearing Khaki or blue.
Provided special entertainment for
1000 draftees passing through Memphis
en- route to training camps.
The news scimitar. (Memphis, Tenn.) 1907-1926, 1918-11-29
BRITAIN OWES BIG SUM

LONDON, Nov. 2o.-Great Britain's
national debt outstanding on Sept. 30,
was G6,s75, 900, 900, said Stanley Bald
win, parliamentary secretary to the
treasury.
The news scimitar. (Memphis, Tenn.) 1907-1926, 1918-11-29
RECORD
IN WAR ACTIVITIES
AN ENV|AB[E ONE
CONTINUED From First PaRe.'

Of clothing for Italian war sufferers.
Administered to 2,33S families OF sol
dlers OF this community, through the
home service section, at a cost Of $lO,-
650.94.
Provided ~luncheons for and otherwise
entertained 1876. 900 men In khaki
through It's canteen committees.
Shipped 1000 Christmas boxes to
men in ~cantNments In this country
n verseas. 1000 going to the former
to the latter for the lblS holiday sea-
SON. Families OF the soldiers made up
these boxes and turned them over to
the Red Cross to be forwarded.
The news scimitar. (Memphis, Tenn.) 1907-1926, 1918-11-29
QUINN. That Doe. Not Affect Head

Because of Its tonic and laxative effect,
LAXATIVE BROMO QrINlNE Crab
lets) can be taken by anyone without
causing nervousness or ringing In the
head. There is only one "Bromo Qui-
nine" r. w. GROVES signature on the
box. 30c,
Audubon County journal. (Exira, Iowa) 1884-1993, 1918-07-11
l,o1e,115 YANKs IN FRANCE.
Figures Made Public by Secretary
Baker In Letter to the
President.

Washington, July 3.-More thar
100000 American soldiers have gone
to France.
The exact number ,019, 115-was
disclosed in correspondence between
President Wilson and Secretary Of
War Baker, dated July 1. und made
public late Tuesday.
OF this number, approximately 700.
600 are fighting troops.
Shortly before the announcement
the house appropriations committee
made public testimony before that
body In connection with the army
budget.
In 1t Gen. R. 2. Wood, acting quar-
termaster general Of the army, dis
closed that by January the United
States will have in uniform an army
Of 100000 men.
Audubon County journal. (Exira, Iowa) 1884-1993, 1918-07-11

A great man-power bill, which viii
be presented to congress by the War
department in September, will make
it possible to turn to war work OF
fighting every man between the ages
of 81 and SO years.
Audubon County journal. (Exira, Iowa) 1884-1993, 1918-07-11

Following enthusiastic praise by
senators of the administration of the
nrp'y draft the senate adopted an
fmandment to tina army bill to make
Provost Marshal ,,s.sowder a lieutenant
General during tbs war.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-10-03
BALLOUVILLE

The Ballou Mills A. c. played the last game of the season at Jewett City Saturday. losing ? to 1.
 Esek T. Pray, father of Postmaster ]. L. Pray. recently passed his 18th birthday. He was congratulated by friends and relatives who called upon him. He is better in health than for come time.
 Mrs. Andrew Jones of Leominster Mass. whose husband had charge of the weaving department in the Pine vile mill of the Attawaugan company some forty years ago, was a recent visitor here. Accompanying her were NIT. and Mrs. Charles Carver of Good year.
 Rev. and Mrs. W. D. Woodward have been enjoying a brief visit this week from their older son, Lieut. Alvah G Woodward A. s. A. His wife accom- panied him. He returns to the avia- ton field in Texas Saturday. Word from their younger son. Truman, re- ports him as having been twice to the front prior 10 Sept :. Their daugh- ter. Miss Ethel, from Boston, is also spending this week home.
 Monday evening there was quite a gathering near the postoffice to listen TO an earnest speech in behalf of mo- license by Mir. Bachman of Hartford The Independent Drum corps played just previous to the address.
 Ballouville continues her patriotic habits of purchasing thrift and wal savings stamps.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-10-03
An Important Matter,

The government physical examina- tions have demonstrated the fact that many men are physically unft for ser vice in the U. s. army or navy. and if unfit for that they are not as efficient as they should be in their business. 0ne of the very best ways to become physically fit, and to continue so, is tc take regular exercises that are cal culated to keep the body in first class condition. This is the purpose of the '. N. c. A. gymnasium, and the men of Norwich and vicinity will do well to take advantage of this practical opportunity, and receive the benefits that will mean much to them in the coming strenuous days.
 Classes for business and profess sional men, for young men and for boys are now open with John M. Swahn as leader. and all the exercises will be safe. short. beneficial and easy, and fitted to the needs of the individ- -ual
 A brief exercise in the gymnasium, followed by a shower bath (hot or cold) will prove a lasting tonic to the large number Of men and boys who will probably enter the classes this season. The price for years mem bership ticket for men is five dol lars, and for boys three dollars.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-10-03
HUMOR OF THE DAY

Did you notice how your wife laughed at all my jokes. She's got a keen sense of humor."
 "No, she's got dimp1e. Judge.
 "This is an honest shoe.''
 q can see that" said the cas- toner. Tt frankly pinches me, al- though you maintain that it won't. ."- Kansas City Journal.
 Brown-A1l things come to him who waits!
 Jones-yes, a chap has to hustle constantly to escape the things that he doesn't want.-Boston Globe.
 Guest-Noodle soup, veal with to- mato sauce and cream puff.
 Waiter (who has been at the fronD Bowl of submarines, camouhage calf, hurl me a custard grenade Boys Life.
 Sunday School Teacher-What do you understand by suffering for righteousness sake?
 Little Girl-Please, miss, it means | having to come to Sunday school l New Haven Register. NO man can acquire money with out making sacrifices" said the man who had made his. | NO, not even when he marries for it." replied the man who tried the ex- perim Tn prehistoric times a man won a wife by dragging her away by her ha.r"
 The ladies must have fastened their hair, on more securely that they do now"-Louisville Courier Journal
 How do you suppose the Kaiser gets by with those weird explana- tions of defeat he makes to his | people?"
 That's easy. He knows that the Germans have no sense of humor."- Detroit Free Press. Crawford-Your wife must be sen timental to have kept the old love letters you wrote her before mar riage
 Crabshaw-That isn't the reason. She reads them to me whenever she gets angry. = The Peoples Home Journal
 Mrs. Bacon-Where would you look for a riot of color? In the gar- i den?
 MT. Bacon-No; in the kitchen.
 "In the kitchen?" l "Yes in the kitchen, when the pot l calls the kettle black. onkers Statesman.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-10-03
THE KALEIDOSCOPE

The Kansas Federal Food Adminis- trator says there are 5000 900 rats in Kansas, and that each rat eats at least $2 worth of food year.
 Industrial honor pennants, a new development in Liberty Loan cam paigning, will be awarded to all es- tablishments vs@ oh show that 75 per cent of their employees have sub scribed to the fourth loan.
 l, A quart of oysters@is estimated to equal in nourishment three quarters of a pound of beef and no waste to be calculated in the buying. From the time of the spawning. season two years are required to produce full grown oyster.
 Spikenard, or nard, mentioned by St. John xii, 3, and St. Mark xiv 8, was a highly aromatic plant grow | ing largely in the Indies. From this plant was made the valuable extract or ungent or favorite perfume used at ancient baths and feasts.
 Manitoba is the only Canadian province having an open season on antelope this year. In Massachusetts l and Rhode Island hunting for up
 land game-including rabbits, squir-
 rel, quail ruffed grouse and intro-
 duced heasants-begins on Novem- 1 Der 1.
 Two years ago Congress established 1 the Lassen Volcanic National Park in California, but so far the govern ment has done nothing to develop it. | Lassen Peak began eruptions in 1914, aftef playing dead" for more than
 200 years, and since then until rec ently has been the only active vol cano in the United States. The vol
 canic park is a region of beautiful forest groves, with lakes and streams, geysers, boiling mud springs, lakes of volcanic glass, ice caves, sulphur springs. soda. springs and all manner of volcanic formations-a snlau eu1- tion of the Yellowstone Park, with a live volcano added.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-10-03
LAUREL GLEN

A number from this place attended the auction at Homer Kinney's near Pen5leton Hill Friday.
 Howard Martin and family of Ash away visited Mir and Mrs. Nathan Main Sunday.
 Emma Main and Rosa Kress are spending few days at Groton Long Point with MT. and Mrs. Osmas Barnes.
 The family of George Hill has been il with grip the past week.
 Frank Powell has moved from Ash away 10 his cottage here near the mill.
 Nathan Main was a caller in Ash away Sunday.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-10-03
FOR SALE

FOR sALE-Boston terriers. the great American dog. all registered in me American Kennel Club. c. F. hnnger, Groton, Conn. Phone 11O2-5.
 ON ACCOUNT of labor I am obliged 70 sell my 3 horses; pair brown weighing 2S00 pounds, as good a pair ot horses as any man ever owned, they know how to blow. and the price of par 10 anyone that will give them a good home Is S2O0 1 chestnut chunk. weighs 1850 pounds. that is wears old. sound. a good worker. Trial given Gy calling at Coal Office at sfl Westminster St. Providence
 Telephone Gaspee 233-R oct3d
Norwich bulletin., 1918-10-03
FULL ASSOCIATED
 PRESS DISPATCHES
THE QUESTION.

1T When the. struggle is dcne, and we've
 vanquished the Hun.
 And Freedom has eome~to her own, When we draw long breath ere we
 reckon with Death,
 And concede him our lost with, A
 groan t There's g question that then will be
 asked of all men
 As you answer, you'll prove false or ltrue:
 Twas so,, a; :; E glorious 9s1 & Fight. and we
 You were loyal-but, what did you Yes, it's thrilling to read of some dare devil deed,
 And to- think that. if you had Such a hero youd be every German
 If yqu only were somewhere in But it isn't exciting. afar from the To still carry on.'' out of view: And your. patriot devotion is merely Host motion'- You're loyal-but what do you Doi Do you help the Red Cross, at a per | sonal loss?
 Do you back up the Y. M. c. A.? Some few e, bonds do you own in the When the call comes for cash-do you pay?
 Do you nurse wounded men till they're | husky again. E Plunging into the scrimmage anew? Have. you canned up, tomatoes, and | planted potatoes? | You're loyal-but what do you DO? | : If you're too. old to fight, you can still | talk or write,
 And thus battle to make the world free;
 Like a keen. two edged. Sword is the | eloquent word, l Whether spoken or written it be; 1 You can show up the Hun by the
 searchlight of fun l Till he sees how his viewpoints | askew;
 There is much to be said ere Autoc- .racy's dead; You're Ioyal-but what do you DO? 1-Florence Van Cleve, in the New York
Norwich bulletin., 1918-10-03
Colt Agency Sells Norwich Town nra..-4U

Property.
 s- Archa W. Colt has sold the desira- ble residence property No. 75 Town street, to It's present occupant. Mrs. Sarah W. Chapin, who will continue to reside there. The house which has nine rooms and bath, was built by the late Cynthia M. Backus, who made her home there for a number of years. The house lot is large. affordiDg garden facilities there are fruit and shade trees in pleasing variety. and there is a small barn on the property. The location is attractive, being next to the property of Mir. Philip T. Welles.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-10-03

At the funeral of Lieutenant Colonel Caversham Simonds at Caversham England, the coffin was drawn on the oldest dray used by the firm of which he was principal the driver being the company's oldest drayman.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-10-03

VIII sell al puDllc auction at my place. known as the Carlos Tilden place. two miles from Holland St and one mile from South Wilmington,
 TUESDAY. OCT. s. 1918,
 at 10 o'clock a. m., one pair year old gray horses wAi1b+ about $500 pounds. This is one of fhe nnsst If not the best big team in Tolland count. Four good youne cows, all of which are to freshen be- lore Jan 1st, two year old heifers to freshen soon. yearling heifers. 1 fat nog, 2 shoats, 50 hens, 100 chickens, ~ geese. 10 ducks, l pair yearling turkeys and young turkeys.
 FARMING TOOLS.
 One two-horse farm wagon. two horse dump cart. nearly new. 1 one horse tar1n wagon, 1 two-horse market wagon, Concord buggies, 1 pneu- manitc-tire surrey, 1 business sleigh. T. pair heavy team horses. i swiYei blow, ] tvo-horse blow. 1 one-horse blow. cultfvator. wheel harrow mow ing machine, horse rake, corn sheIler small farming tools nearly new pelevan separator; 25 bushels rye 35 bnshels oats 50 bushels handsome DO. tatoes. 10 loads pumpkins, 1 acre field eern, 12 cider barrels.
 HOUSEHOLD FURNITURE.
 One kitchen range, 1 parlor stove 0ceooarq- couches. beds and bed clng, springs, 1 extension table stands. chairs. bureaus, tables, mirror, toned. Terms cash. Lunch will be served at the sale.
 JOHN LETAN. R F. D.. West willington. Conn.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-10-03
PRESTON BRIDGE Livery, Sale and Boarding Stable. Taxi Service and
 Garage Connected.

Horses to let for all kinds of busi- ness, with or without rigs. by the day or week. Special attention to boarders and transients; 20 to 30 horses always on hand, for sale. weighing 1o5O to 1900 each; several. extra nice pairs, 24oO to S200 per pair. all good workers, and some extra nice drivers; every horse will be sold with written guarante, to be just as represented as time of sale. or money refunded in full. Trial allowed. If in need of anything in our line. give us a trial and we will give you full value for your money.
 STABLE 371, S7S. 375 MAIN ST.
 Phone 526-2. o'BRIEN & CHASE.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-10-03
What Is Going On Tonight
ANNOUNCEMENTS

An Theatres closed this week by order of Health Officer
Norwich bulletin., 1918-10-03

WANTED-The public to know that
 the cider mill at Norwich Town will open for the season Monday, Oct. 7th w. D. Thacher. oct3d
Norwich bulletin., 1918-10-03
WANTED

WANTED-A light roadster, Buick preferred. not later than 1915. Address Box r. Bulletin. octSd
Norwich bulletin., 1918-10-03

FOR SALE - One four cylinder Buick. 1917 model, perfect condition; one Ford delivery body. and one extra good cheap work horse. Apply at Bean Hill Blacksmith Shop. sepSd
Norwich bulletin., 1918-10-03

WANTED-Buick roadster, 1916 or 1917. positively must be in good me- chanical condition and price reason able, no war profits Write or tele- phone J. Carl Witter. Danielson, Conn.
 oct3d
Norwich bulletin., 1918-10-03

FOR SALE+Reo speed wagon, the worlds greatest % ton truck, in first class running order, good tires; bar gain. The Frisbie-McCormick Co. Ser vice Station, Pond St. sep12d
Norwich bulletin., 1918-10-03

FOR SALE-Two fat steers. twt cows to freshen this month, two South. down bucks. F. B. Greenslit, Yantic
Norwich bulletin., 1918-10-03

FOR SALE-$5O0 down, easy pay room cottage. all improvements, 15- minute trolley service, five cent fare. For particulars. telephone 135S-5.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-10-03

FOR SALE-One brown mare, weighs about 1900 pounds, years old. J. Sie- gel. Phone 1o76-5. sep11d
Norwich bulletin., 1918-10-03

FOR SALE-Bar fixtures complete, | table, chairs and refrig also | two pool tables at a very low price | Apply to Charles F. Charon, Box A, | Baltic. Sep10d
Norwich bulletin., 1918-10-03
Z ?. MACFARLANr.
AUCTION

will sell at public auction at my place. known as the Carlos Tilden place. two miles from Holland St. and one mile from South Willington
Norwich bulletin., 1918-10-03

FOR SALE-Pair horses, weigh about 2600, good and sound, work single or double; will sell cheap. George Galo, Lebanon, Ct. R. r. D. g. Yantic oct3
Norwich bulletin., 1918-10-03

FOR SALE-Two horses chea George Lambert, Occum. Ph0ne,617-1 sep24d
Norwich bulletin., 1918-10-03

FOR SALE-Ten Jersey COWS. fresh en soon, and one pure bred bull calf, Jersey. c. H. Foster. North Franklin Phone 1S-2 Lebanon Div. sep27STuTh
Norwich bulletin., 1918-10-03

FOR SALE or exchange Ca part) for automobile, a cottage of nine rooms, with lot and shed adjoining, shore and country advantages, boating, bathing, on grounds; cottage is short distance from Mantle village, Crescent Beach, Golden Spur and Oswegatchie. near launch; furnishings included in sale; touring car desired, of 1917 or IS model. electric lights. starter, good style, preferably new. dark green de- sired, blue or black, in good condition; owner of cottage has business interests which make further use of same un- available. For further informa tion, write to 53 Oak St.. Norwich. Conn.
 FOR SALE One four cvlindAr
Norwich bulletin., 1918-10-03

A FELLAH sez stacker is like a custard pie, he's yellow and not enuff crust to go over the top. Manila cigars four for lac. $3.5O a hundred. Several to find. Special Manila cigar Sc, five for 25c, $2.50 a box A swell lot of pipes for 59c. Buy now. Fagan's Smoke Shop. sepS0d
Norwich bulletin., 1918-10-03

WASTED-To buy old gold and sil- yer; also old false teeth; highest prices paid. F W. Guild. Jeweler, 21 Broad way, Norwich. apr6d
Norwich bulletin., 1918-10-03

RHODE ISLAND HOSPITAL, Provi- dence, R. l.. offers training course of one year to women between IS and 25 years of age to fit them for nursery maids. The opportunity for such train ing is exceptional. Over 2,3e0 children were treated last year. Living condi- tions are very attractive. Apply Su- perintendent, Rhode Island Hospital, Providence. R. I. jy29MTh
Norwich bulletin., 1918-10-03

S26O.0O buys a fine mahogany upright piano in perfect condition, cost new S450; fully guaranteed for ten years. The PIaut-Cadden Company, 135-143 Main St., Norwich. Conn.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-10-03

WANTED-A top buggy; state con dition and price. F. L. kanahan. R. D. No, f. oct2d
Norwich bulletin., 1918-10-03
FOR SALE

FOR SALE--An unusual chance to puy a Canadian mare; fat, an easy keeper, age s. 125O lbs. very blocky built, honest to work or drive any where, a new harness, s125 for both must be. sold this week to stop ex- pense 541 Main St.. oppo. Postofffce.
The Washington times., 1918-06-27
WORK ON 100000
Y, v. c. A. BUILDING
TO BEGIN IN FALL

\ new Y. W. c. A. administration
building costing 100000 will be
erected in Washington on the site
owned by the organization, the cor
ner of Thirteenth and I streets
northwest, Y. W. c. A headquarters
announced today.
Construction of the building. which
is to be about eight STOKES. will be-
gin in the fall following a campaign
to raise the fund that will pay for
its cost The increased amount of
work. especially recreational work.
that the arrival of girl war work
ers in Washington has necessitated,
is the reason for the new building.
The Administration building will
be one of the finest in the country.
Plans include a large gym" for the
girls, swimming pool, and offices
for the administrative work.
Within probably less than a week.
two houses with accommodations for
200 girls will be thrown open to the
girl war workers by the Y. w. c. A.
The hotel property at Silver Springs,
leased by the Y. W. c. ~ is expected
to open Monday. The Georgetown
PREP" School on Rock
willie road will open later in the week
as a home for the girls
The Washington times., 1918-06-27

man in every district affected" Miss
Wellborn knows.
In the midst OF her work, Miss
Wellborn was interrupted to have
her picture taken Secretary Baker
was standing by her side.
DO you mind getting in the picture
with herr" Secretary Baker was ask
ed by the camera man.
How can you ask it?- said the
Secretary OF War, as he stepped up
briskly to "get in"
IL feel very proud today" said Miss
Wellborn, when asked how II felt to
be the only girl in the United States
to take part in mastering the soldiers
for an army.
Miss Wellborn, although born in
Atlanta, Ga, has lived in Washington
most OF her life-out at 1873 Monroe
street northwest She is now the
most important Officer in the do
main OF Provost Marshal Crowder. his
right-hand man." for she knows the
draft rules better than any one else
in Washington. much better than the
generals and colonies.
Her official status in the Government
is superintendent OF news from Gen
eral Crowder's office. in charge Of the
Information desk there.
Miss Wellborn says her first name
is a secret Git begins with wv, and
likewise her age.