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The Washington times., 1918-12-29
NEW TANGLE SEEN
IN CONTRACT FIGHT

Diplomatic difficulties confront the
United States Government as result Of
the Comptroller of the Treasury's recent
ruling. questioning the legality Of in
formal supply contracts let by the War
Department. The international aspect
OF the situation arises from the fact
that the Comptroller's decision prevents
payments OF moneys due on agreements
made with foreign governments.
This development in the war con-
tract tangle was revealed when Secre-
tary Baker and other officials OF the
War Department appeared before the
House Rules Committee yesterday TO
urge a special rule for immediate con-
sideration by the House Of the Dent
bill. giving the Secretary OF War
authority to adjust the claims resulting
from the C0mptroller's ruling. Opposi-
ton developing in some quarters. II
was feared, would prevent the measure
from being taken up.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-01-19
LEGAL NOTICES.
NOTICE TO TAXPAYERS

Notice is hereby given to all persons liable to pay the Personal Tax in the Town of Norwich that 1 have a war rant to levy and collect the personal taxes payable Feb. 1st, 1918, each of such persons being assessed, the sum for the purpose of collecting the same shall be at the Collectors Office, in the Court House, in Norwich. daily from 9 o'clock a. m. to 12.30 o'clock D. m.. and from 2 o'clock to 5 o'clock D. m, from Feb. 1st, 1918, to March 1st, 1918, both inclusive, except the following days: ', On Monday. Feb. 11th. will be at
 On Tuesday. Feb. 12th, from 10 to 11.30 a. m., at the Yantic store.
 On the same day at the store of Pat rick II. Connell, Bean Hill, from 12 m.
 On Wednesday, Feb. 18th, at the drug from Ii a. nm m. to 2 e p. m. Tal' "''ii''' store of George M. Rathbone. West Side. from Il a. m. to 1 D. m.
 On Friday. Feb. 18th, at the store of John G. Potter & Sons. East Side, from il a. m. to 1 p. m:
 ples Store. Taftville. from F m. to
 On Saturdays the Collectors Office at City Hall will close at 12 m, noon Personal taxes will be received on the dates mentioned above for the diff ferent sections of the Town. All persons neg1ecting this notice by the laws of this State. THOMAS A. ROBINSON, Collector.
 Dated at Norwich. Conn, Jan. 5th, 1918,
Norwich bulletin., 1918-01-19
POETRY
REvEILLE.

Back to the hayaefd. Harold. Back where the buttercups blow Come out of the cabaret CuthDert And take up the spade and the hte. And, vile you are blowing and plant
 ing,
 Fron. lawn till the fall of dew, And serving the Land that you claim
 to love,
 Here's what it will do for YOU! It will straighten your silly shoulders. It will broaden your hollow chest, It will make you forget your cigarette, And suffer your lungs to resti It will give you a fu1l-siZed appetlte And beautiful coat of tan, It will make you a MAN among men,
 at last. E s Instead of an "also rani"
 British Farm and Home.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-01-19
FARMFOR SALENFRANKIIN

By order of the Probate Court. to settle an estate, the Giles Harrington farm in Franklin is offered for sale
 The farm consists of a dwelling house with good cellar. barn. carriage house, corn house, hen house and out buildings. There are about 60 acres of land, divided into pasture. woodland, moving land. orchard and planting ground. There is an abundance of water in wells. springs and brook on could be cut of and sold at good prices by the purchaser. It is an easy haul to the village of Baltic. The farm is on high ground. has grand view, and is located on the state high way from Norwich to Willimantic and is four miles from Baltic village and about eight miles from Norwich, and is near Westinghouse Hill. so-called.
 For further information, apply to FRANK B. HARRINGTON, 1o2 Roose- welt Ave, or to WILLIAM H. SHIELDS, 35 Broadway. Norwich, Conn.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-01-19
jan19d
NOTICE TO SELL REAL ESTATE.
 AT EnIIRT 0En RR0R ATE E4ET 1

NOTICE TO SELL REAL ESTATE.
 AT A COURT OF PROBATE HELD at Canterbury. within and for the Dis trict of Canterbury. on the 17th day of Present-A HALE BENNETT. Judge. Estate of Mary E. Pellett, Hate of Canterbury, in said District, deceased The Administratrix having made written application alleging that said estate is now in settlement in said Court. and praying for an order to sell certain real estate belonging to said estate. fully described in said applica- tion,
 Whereupon, It Is Ordered, That said application be heard and determined at the Probate Court Room in Canterbury in said District. on the 18th day of January, A. D. 1918, at 10 o'clock in the forenoon. and that notice of the pen dency of said application, and of said hearing thereon, be given by the pub lication of this order in The Norwich Bulletin, newspaper having a circu- lation in said District, at least seven days prior to the date of said hearing, and that return be made to the Court.
 A. HALE BENNETT. Judge
 The above and foregoing is true copy of record
 Attest:
 A HALE BENNETT. Judge.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-01-19
Y. M. C. A. Course Opens Monday
 Night Next.

The large number of course ticket holders are anticipating a real treat from the talent engaged for the Y. M. c. A course this season.
 The Lotus Male Quartet and Reader will open the course on Monday night, Jan 21st, at 8 o'clock, in Y. M. c. A. hall. This company needs no com- mendation, as they have already made their reputation with Norwich audi ences-
 On Feb. 2eth the Floyd Featherston Musical company will be. the enter tainers, and the bureau representative is enthusiastic in his praise of this company of artists.
 The Craven Family Orchestra and soloists, both vocal and instrumental have been recalled again and again to many cities. and the patrons may ex- pect a pleasant evening with them This company will appear on March sth.
 A limited number of course tickets can be procured at Y. M. c. A. office ol Barrows shoe store. Price s1.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-01-19
HUMCR OF THE DAY

'fWhy did they pinch Terry Toad 2"
 "Oh, he simply wouldn't observe fly less day'-Cartoons Magazine.
 The Flirt-For an army officer, you are not very venturesome.
 Shy Suitor-I belong to the reserves. Life.
 He-Darling, would go to the end of the world for you.
 She-The question is, would you go to the end of your resources ?-Flor- ida Times.
 Kaiser-I will now review der Fifth Army Corps.
 Major-Highness, since the glorious victory yesterday over the hated Eng fish der ain't no corps!-Bystander Bill-And you think fishing Is healthy exercise? Gill-Sure thing. 'Where does the exercise come in ?'' Digging the worms" = Yonkers Statesman. | Mistress (engaging wv Inaid)-"You say the last family you worked for were Germans? . ] Maid apo1ogetically)-Ye but | they was steri1ized when war broke out.-Snap- Shots. 'tPa, were you rich when mamma married you?"
 'No, my dear.''
 "Well, papa, what was it. then, do you think, that mamma married you for ?"-Detroit Free Press. Townley-Was your garden any good this year?
 Subbubs-You bet it was. It enab- led our next door neighbours chick ems to take first prizt at the poultry show.-Boston Transcript.
 Young man." said an inquisitive old lady to tram conductor, If I put my foot on that rail shall I receive an 1 electric shock?'
 "No, num-" he replied unless you place your other foot on the overhead wire. e."-Pearson's
 That fellows talking" exclaimed MT. CumroX, makes me think of cer- tain styles of classical music"
 'Tn what way"
 Tt sounds all wrong, but he can give you such an argument you don't dare say so."-Washington Star.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-01-19
THE SOLDIER IN THE SKY.

 While blaring bugles sound the charge And bees of battle sing. And guns a deadly anthem roar, And Death is on the wing, And siege and sortie leave the brave In crimson heaps to die, Look up. O. armies. and behold The soldier in the sky. A speck against the distant blue, A dot against the sun. He rides above the rolling clouds Defying sword and gun. He drops a bomb and speeds away Through spaces vast and high. Our fondest hopes are fixed upon The soldier in the. sky. Though angry batteries below May spout shower of lead. It's hard to hit moving mark That hurtles overhead. A brother to the birds he scars Where eagles fear to fly. The war-lnrd of the overworld, The soldier of the sky. -Mina Irving in IeSlie'S.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-01-19
NOTICE TO CREDITORS

AT COURT OF PROBATE HELD at Norwich, within and for the District of Norwich. on the 18th day of Janu- ary, A. D. 1918.
 Estate of Abbie E. Speeler. late of Norwich, in said District, deceased Ordered, That the AdministratrR cite the creditors of said deceased to bring in their claims against said estate posting notice to that effect, together with g copy of this order, on the sign post nearest to the place where said deceased last dwelt, and in the same Town. and by publishing the same once in newspaper having a circulation in said District, and make return to this Court.
 NELSON J. AYJTNG. Judge. The above and foregoing is a true copy of record.
 Attest: HELEN M. DREscHER,
 CIoVI-
Norwich bulletin., 1918-01-19
Pearls of Truth.

The Sunday evening services at the First Baptist church are held in the basement of the church, no effort be- ing made to heat the large auditorium in these days of the coal famine.
 Beginning Sunday, January zoth, the pastor will preach a series of sermons under the title of: Lost Pearls or Truth The Dietyship of Jesus. The Cross of Christ. The Holy Scriptures The New Birth. The True Church. The Coming of Jesus.
 MT. Strouse believes little advance will ever be made until these Pearls of Truth are recovered and given their rightful place in the worlds best thought and lives.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-01-19
PUBLICSALE

will conduct for Robert Loring of Central Village, Conn.,, on
 WEDNESDAY. JAN. 2s. 1918,
 at 1.S0 ?. m- e.| a complete dispersal sale of his choice herd of Ayrshires, all of which have been bred and raised by him with great sion. I have personally visited the farm and examined this stock, and would suggest to the public that have an Ayrshire appetite that this will be an opportunity of importance.
 LIST AND DESCRIPTION
 OF THE HERD:
 Thirteen we'll developed cows with age, of which three will be. sold with calf by side. and possibly four by the date of sale. At this point I would like to state that these cows were bred to a pure blood Ayrshire bull (White Russell, dam Charity Russell, and the grandsire of White Russell is imported Finlayson). The next COW is due in February. two little later and the balance due on still later heifers Gin calf). three pure blood heifers (nearly yearlings. two of which are Ayrsh4res and the other Hol- Ttein one yearHing eay Ayrshirs hdifsr one ysar will be two years old in the spring all Ayrshires). one pair of steers (the same age), and one fine pair of four year old steers (weig41t about 2200 lbs. and very handy in yoke).
 OWNERS REMARKS. For the benefit of those who wish to come to the sale by steam road or electric, would say that my farm is located within five minutes walk of either the New London and Worcester trains meeting at this point at about 10.30 o'clock.
 For the convenience of buyers from charge for a few days after the sale | the terms of which are cash, and 8 requirement. of a deposit of 10 per cent | af the purchase price on cattle left tc | be called for at later date. l Sale rain or shine. Ample accommo. | dations under cover. ROBERT LoRING.
 Central Village. Conn.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-01-19

At the First Baptist church, George Henry Strouse, minister, at the morn ing service the minister will preach a special sermon to the boys and girls. This is Sunday School Sunday and the parents of the scholars are cordially invited to be present. There will be Sunday school at noon and evening service as usual. The young peoples service and the preaching service will be combined. The pastor will begin a series of sermons on Last Pearls Of Truth. The theme for Sunday even ing will be The Deity Ship of Jesus.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-01-19

When William Farnum pulls off his coat and rolls up his belligerent sleeves all the barometers in the neighborhood indicate an impending storm
 They're not wrong. Big Bill is just about the stormiest person on the screen at present, and his spirited fisticuffs are always a delight to see.
 That Is only one reason why The Heart of Lion, MT. Farnum's latest William Fox production. is drawing capacity houses to the Auditorium the stre. where it still has one more day to play.
 In The Heart of 9 Lion. which is founded or Ralph Connor's widely read novel. The Doctor. MT. Farnum plays tho role of Barney Kemper, farmer who Is disappointed in love and seeks the solace of the great forests. There no meets his brother. who had once sinned against him. He meets also a rough forester who is doing his level hest to see that Barneys brother is iut out of the way.
 The conflict between these thIee men. with two women embroiled in its complications, makes one of the fast est moving pictures ever shown in this city.
 His Smashing Career, a very fine comedy. completes this great show.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-01-19
chane. For Holland Corn Growers.

Chance For Holland Corn Growers.
 The State Dairymen's association in connection with their annual conven- ton at Hartford. January 2S, A and 25 this year are offering prizes for ex- hibits of corn shown by any one in the state. The prizes for the 10-ear exhibits win be $. 8, g, and S1 each for Dent and Flint classes. and in the 50-ear exhibit the prizes will be $1O, S7. s, and g for both classes.
 This ought to be a good chance for some of the farmers of Holland coun- ty to exhibit. Any corn brought into the Farm Bureau office at Rockville, before Tuesday noon, January P, will be taken in by the county agent.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-01-19
BREED THEATRE.
Four Shows To!ay-Francis X. Bush man and Beverly Bayne in the Metro Special Production De Luxe Feature Shows at 1.3o, 3, GAS, and s.ao.

The feature screen production at the Breed theatre today and tonight is The Voice of Conscience, a special Metro production de luxe, starring Francis X. Bushman and Beverly Bayne, crowned soverelgns of the screen. This is a beautiful production, combining thrills and charm. and is packed to the brim with exciting and interesting incidents A cast of capable players supports the popular stars and includes Harry S. Northrop, Maggie Breyer, Pauline Dempsey, Walter Broussard and An thony Byrd.
 Other pictures on the bill include
Norwich bulletin., 1918-01-19

Wnitestone Cigars will be s390 100 from Oct. 1st, 1917. g for a box of 5O Same rate per thousand.
 E E y, F, CDNANT.
 " 0E2aklfn Sit.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-01-19

Y. N. c. A. Rally Sunday at sso.
 A pleasant and profitable hour awaits the men of Norwich and vicinity at the '. NJ. c. A. building on Sunday after noon at 3sc o'clock, when a brief and practical address win be given by the popular pastor of Trinity Methodist church, Rev. T. H. Newland. The song service will be in charge of Hugh Kim der. who will also render vocal solos, and Robert Otis will oficiate at the piano.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-01-19
Happiness Not Increased.

War, it seems, has increased the number of American millionaires, but to judge by the noises some of them make, it has not increased their hap piness.-Cleveland Plain Dealer.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-01-19
FOR SALE

J. c. wTTTER .,......- Auctioreer Offce and Salesrooms. No. 42 Main St., Darielson, Connecticut so-HEAD OF HIGH
 GRADE AYRSHLREs-so
Norwich bulletin., 1918-01-19
Neutrality and LovaItv.

Any school teacher who. professes neutrality thereby convicts himself or herself of disloyalty. Neutrality by any American citizen is disloyalty. Buffalo Enquirer.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-01-19

For the last half of this week an ex- ceptionaliy fine bill of Keith vaudeville and feature pictures is booked to ap- pear at the Davis. The three acts are headed by Chisholm and Breen, who present a roaring comedy skit entitled A Shop Girls Romance. This is one of the funniest acts ever seen here. Claud Rauf has a novelty wire offer ing, Luncheon a la Wire. The other offering is Hanvey and Francis, a pair of nifty vaudevillians, in bits of varie- ty. Charles Ray will be seen in The Sor of His Father, a six part Para mount production. He is seen as the son of a New York railroad magnate who with 5000 sets out to prove to his father that he possesses enough inherent business ability to make S100. 900 in six months.
 William S. Hart, the favorite western actor, will be seen in Double Crossed a picture full of life and action, and current events, with all the latest news. completes the bill.
 This theatre will be open Monday and give four performances, but nc fuel will be used for heating, unless ordered to close up by the fuel com missioners.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-01-19
LEGAL NOTICE
AT A COURT OF PROBATE HoIJ

AT A COURT OF PROBATE HOLDEN at Canterbury, within and for the Dis trict of Canterbury, on the 17th day of January. A. D. 1918. Present-A. HALE BENNETT, Judge. On motion of Mrs. B. H. Pierce, Ad- ministratrix on the intestate estate of Mary E. Pellett, late of Canterbury, within said District, deceased, this Court doth decree that six months be allowed and limited for the creditors of said estate to exhibit their claims against the same to the Administratrix and directs that public notice be given of this order by advertising in a news paper having a circulation in said Dis- trict and by posting a copy thereof on the public signpost in said Town of Canterbury, nearest the place where the deceased last dwelt.
 A. HALE BENNETT, Judge.
 Certified from record,
 A HALE BENNETT, Judge.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-01-19

NOTICE.-All creditors of said de- ceased are hereby notified to present their claims against said estate to the undersigned at 129 Broadway, Norwich, Conn, within the time limited in the above and foregoing order.
 tl- LUCY A. HYDE,
 jan19d "s &-sss Administr trat trix.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-01-19
What Is Going On Tonight

Vaudeville and Photoplays at the Davis Theatre
 Moving Pictures at the Auditorium. Moving Pictures at the Breed Tne-
Norwich bulletin., 1918-01-19

At a meeting of the Berlin social ists, which was prohibited last Sun day. but which took place on Tues day., a resolution was. adopted in favor of peace with Russia on a basis of no annexations and no indemnities.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-01-19

the latest war news in the Hearst Pathe weekll and Big V comedy.
 Four shows today, at 1.30. 8, 6.45 and S.30.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-01-19

Through Reuters Agency Lord Rob- ert Cecil says that it is untrue that any inquiries of a private character have been addressed to the enemy with the knowledge of the British gov ernment.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-01-19

At GreenevilIe Congregational church Saturday evening there will be a ser vice of praise and prayer at o'clock. Sunday morning at 1O.30 o'clock the pastor will preach on The Value of Christian Hope as an Anchor. The Sunday school will hold it's session at noon. Annual meeting of the church Thursday at 7.30 p. m.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-01-19
FOR SALE.

. FOR SALE.
 Cottage Houses, Tenement and Busi- ness Bucks, Budding Lots, all in ue- Sira 5le locations List your property if you care to sell or reDl, as 1 have a number o1 people looking for real es- tate investments.
 WILLIAM +. HILL,
 RenI Nstate and Insurance. ROOMl lOS, Thayer Bldg.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-01-19

At the Wauregan Congregational church, Rev. William FryIing, minis ter, there will be morning worship at eleven o'clock. church school at noon and evening service. The morning sermon will be on the Christian Life, it's source, quality, and expression. The evening address will be on The Burden and the Benefit. The Chris tian Endeavor meeting will be led by Miss Esther Bergstrom.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-01-19
ANNOUNCEMENTS


Dance at he Pulaski han this even ing.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-01-19

There will be no services Sunday at the Church of the Good Shepherd, Universalist, because of the coal short age.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-01-19

It is reported from The Hague that 250 Belgians of the Geer Valley, en- gagged in hat manufacturing in Ger many, have been incorporated in the German army by force, and sent to the Russian front
Norwich bulletin., 1918-01-19
DAVIS THEATRE.

Three Big Keith Vaudeville Acts William s. Hart in a Big Western Picture and Charles Ray in His Latest Success, The Son of His Father, Today-Four Shows Today, at 1.30, 3.15, and 8 p. m.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-01-19

NOTTCE.-All creditors of said de- ceased are hereby notified to present their claims against said estate to the undersigned at No. 706 Broad St., Gen. tral Falls, R. l., within the time linn ited in the above and foregoing order
 MRS. B. H. PIERCE,
 Jan19d Administratrix.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-01-19

At the Christian Science Reading Room in the Thayer building the sub ject for study will be Life.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-01-19
AUDITORIUM.

Follow the Crowd and See William Farnum in The Heart of a Lion, Also That Great Comedy, His Smashing career-Four Shows To- day.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-01-19
$1OO In Cash

or it's equivalent in Hogs. Turkeys, Hens, Potatoes or Vegetables, of any kind, will put you in possession of a fine new five-room Bungalow, on troll ley line between Westerly and Stoning- ton. The lot has 250 feet frontage and is 100 feet deep. Hennery and fruit trees of all kinds. The balance of the purchase price, which is very req sonable, can be paid in monthly in stallments to suit the purchaser. This is proposition you will do well to investigate if interested.
 Send for my latest Farm Bulletin.
 (ChOice of 400)
Norwich bulletin., 1918-01-19

At Mt. Calvary Baptist church, there will be preaching by the pastor in the morning and Sunday school at noon In the evening there will be preaching by'J. W. Carlevale, leader of the Ital- ian work of the Central Baptist church. He will speak on The Cues ton of the Present Hour.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-01-19

According to the Nieuwe Rotterdam Courant, a German biplane landed on Tuesday evening in Limberg province. south east Holland. owing to a defect in the motor. Both it's occupants an officer and non-commissioned officer have been informed
Norwich bulletin., 1918-01-19

At Christ church there will be holy communion at 9.30, service and ser mon at 10.3O and Sunday school at noon.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-01-19

The governor of Jamaica has an- nounced that owing to the shortage of foodstuffs in England he propos- es to limit the importation of food in- to Jamaica. The colony, he said, must grow more food and feed itself.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-01-19

FOR SAIiESCadillac delivery car, 1910. newly painted, first class condi- tion. $50. Telephone 34-12 or inquire at 85 Town St. jan17d
Norwich bulletin., 1918-01-19

FOR SALE+I have a party looking for small farm between Norwich and New London. or in the vicinity of New London. If you have one for sale, please let me hear from you. giving lowest price you want it to net you also terms and accurate description D. H. Armstrong's Farm Agency, Daniel son, Conn. jan1Sd
Norwich bulletin., 1918-01-19

MARRY if lonely; for results. try me; best and most successful Home Mak- err; hundreds rich wish marriage soon; strictly confidential; most reliable; years experience; descriptions free. "The Successful Club" Mrs. Purdie Box 556 Oakland Calf. jan12S
Norwich bulletin., 1918-01-19

and I will send you hundreds descrip- tions congenial people worth s1,0OO to sS50, 900 wishing marriage; confidential. Ralph Hyde. San Francisco, Cal.
 jan12d
Norwich bulletin., 1918-01-19

AGENTS-Earn spending money; ev- saver; 25c package represents AS eggs; pure food product; sells like wild fire; Mrs. Fiske made sS.25; Mrs. Ritter $6.75 in one day; so can you; free sam pie: F. T. Blumer. Lincoln and Roscoe. Chicago. jan12S
Norwich bulletin., 1918-01-19

The Holiness Mission meets at s1 Main street.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-01-19

FOR SALE-Maxwell roadster, late 1916 model, overhauled and guaran- teed. This powerful and economical car is a bargain at $350 The Frisbe- Mccormick Co.,. 52' Shetucket St.
 nov12d
Norwich bulletin., 1918-01-19

The services of St. James church in Popuetanuck, Sunday morning will be held at the home of Henry Sauer, at 1030.