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Norwich bulletin., 1918-11-02
WHY GOV. HoLcoMB VETOED
 SOLDIERS EMPLOYMENT BILL

When Governor Holcomb's attention was called to statements in the demo- cratic press with reference to his veto of the soldiers employment measure which came up in the legislature of 1917 he said:
 T think my veto message of that bill is sufficient explanation to con- vince any fair minded voter that the attempt now being made by the demo- crats to make capital of this bill is both misleading and unfair. I quote a part of the message. taken from the house journal of 1917, page 1490,
 ""There is no apparent reason why a state employe who enters the military or naval service of the United States should, upon his release from such service, be guaranteed reinstatement to his former position or other state employment of equal grade and com pensation, where employees of private corporations are not thus guaranteed. Beside this, such reinsta tement would require the discharge of some person employed to fill the vacated position and be an injustice to such empIoye. The proposed act arises from a benevo lent and patriotic impulse, but favors limited class which does not seem justifiable. All who serve their coun try should be treated alike
 My information then and now is that this bill applied to only about five | men. This I considered unfair to the many thousands of soldiers of the state who were not so fortunate as to holI state positions.
 My sentiments toward the boys l overseas always has been and are to- | day expressed in my message tc | the Stars and Stripes, the American expeditionary forces newspaper, wher was asked to give a statement to ou I Connecticut boys. This is what cabled: Tell them that when they
 return the state will belong to them.''
Norwich bulletin., 1918-11-02

Samuel Grove of Prospect street has moved his family to Providence, where he has received a new position. He was a boss in the U. s. Finishing Go. for long time, also resident of Greeneville for the last 22 years. All of his and the rest of the family's friends wish them success in their new home.
 The hunters of Greeneville went out Friday night to Preston City by auto. They expect to hunt the rest of the week end.
 A number of ladies in the village held a Halloween party at the home of Mrs. James Ward of Eleventh street Thursday evening. There were about 9 ladies present. After first going to the house they held a parade. Music was rendered by many who were present. Many games were played and refreshments were served by the hostess, Mrs. Ward
 Private Samuel Kearns has returned after spending a few days with his father to Fort Terry, Long Island, N. Y.
 Corporal John De Bonner of Camp Devens, Mass, is spending a few days furlough with Mrs. Frank B. Andree of 30 Hickory street T IlN dltS JOHIl INCGlCyt IIldI lSo ny all and James Hourigan of Camp Devens who spent a few days with their par ents missed their train Sunday night and had to hire an auto to take them hack to camp. | Private Edward L. Brown of Camp | Devens has returned after spending a ' few days with his parents, Mir. and Mrs. A. Brown, 90 Hickory street. ! Corporal Frank Andre of Camp Dev- ems is spending a few days furlough with his wife, Mrs. Frank Andre of l Hickory street.
 William Kramer went coon hunting Wednesday evening and returned with ore coon that weighed fifteen pounds and three quarters.
 Mir. Schltz of Hartford was a bus mess caller in the village Thursday. Joseph Gates of the submarine base | has returned after enjoying a few days furlough.
 A number of young boys while play ! ing in front of q store window in the
 village broke it by accident. One boy
 was pushed and put his shouldel through the pane of glass. The acci-
 dent happened about 7.S0 Wednesday
 evening. The window pane was re- placed Thursday afternoon.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-11-02
EVENTS OF FIFTY YEARS AGO

publican banners and each was cheer ed by the HOO in line. It was a scene that will be long remembered by the republicans of the city.
 Oct. 29, 1S6S-At an adjourned meeting of the Y. NJ. c. A. held We'd nesday evening the following officers were elected for the ensuing year: President, Lewis A. Hyde; vice presi- dents, z. c. Crowell and L. A Gallup; corresponding secretary, B. T.. Gran ston, Jr.; recording secretary, George D. Rix; treasurer, H. H. Osgood; au- ditor, Costello Lippitt; managers A s. Boles, s. R. Parlin, John A. Sterry, J. L. Denison, Nathan Standish, Will liam Lamphere and E. c. Rice.
 The democrats held a meeting in Treadway hall last evening and the hall was comfortably filled with demo- crats who came to find consolation for their defeats.
 Oct. 30, 1S6S-The democrats tried to eclipse the demonstration of the Boys in Blue last evening, but while their attempt was very creditable il did not come with a long distance ot equaling the republican demonstration There were seven or eight hundred il | line and the line of march was bril- liantly illuminated, but the lights die
 
 of Grant and Colfax. A collation. wa. | served in Treadway hall following tht parade.
 A Grant and Colfax flag was strung 1 across Shetucket street on Thursday 1 from the Bill block to the opposite side of the sstreet.
 Oct. 31, 1S6S-A man named Johr Sullivan fell from a heavily loaded team yesterday on Main street and thu wheels passed over his hips, badl! crushing him. He was taken to pr Abbott's and his condition is eonsid cred critical.
 Was there some feeling against Ger many 50 years ago? The foIlowin; l item would indicate that there was: The residence of a German mer chant was brilliantly illuminated fo 1 the democratic demonstration Thurs l day evening, but when the procession | passed the residences of other citi zens were cheered, and the merchant, was not"
Norwich bulletin., 1918-11-02
WHY NOT OTHER WORK
 FOR ROBUST JITNEY MEN?

Connecticut community labor boards have been asked by the federal direc- tor for this state if a lot Of able bodied jitney drivers should not be engaged In more productive occupation, in view of the general shortage in the labor market and the need of work CTS in lines that are strictly produc- tive
 This inquiry has come to Ex-M Mayor Ally l.. Brown, who is chairman for District No. 10, with the suggestion that the lever of public opinion might De prof1tably used to pursuade some Of these young able bodied drivers that they could be os more real use to their country just now in some other oc- cupation
 Federal Director Leo A. Korper puts tho case as follows:
 A communication has been received from the assistant state inspector of the American Protective League di- rected to the State Council of Defense. and by the council referred to this office for attention.
 There seems to be cutie a lot of jitneys in operation about the state in Hartford Waterbury. Bridgeport and New Haven, especially It is noticeable that in almost every instance the JltneN driver is a strong and able bodied, vigorous looking man l and the observer beholds him idly lounging in the soft cushions of his car laziiy half sleeping many times 1 or smoking and reading some paper waiting for a customer, or customers to show up. Many more cars are bus | fly rushing up and down the busy thoroughfares in process cf solicitation l of this sort Of trade.
 l This business looks to me like 2 useleSi duplication of facilities. ir l these times, as these cars in the ma. Jority of instances run along streets | where there is a good and adequate
 trolley service at frequent intervals | fully capable of accommodatine
 whatever demand there is for this sor | of public travel.
 1 Not only is it a useless duplicat atior
 of service but it is a useless using O
 gasolene, oil, and man power whicl
 could be better and more usefully em ployed in other pursuits ill these times Mt seems a shame that such abl
 bpdied young men should be allowed | to> pursue this practice, good par
 of the time in the course Of which. a.
 stated above, they can be seen lazil,
 ldlins away time waiting for enougl
 passengers to make a load
Norwich bulletin., 1918-11-02
TAFTVILLE

The 6.15 northbound trolley went of the track near Lisbon bridge Thurs day night.
 Edward Segrist and Albert Lambert went on a hunting trip to South Wind ham Friday.
 Many local people attended a dance in the chamber of commerce building Thursday night.
 Asa St. Germain has accepted po- sition in the spinning room or the Po- nemah mills.
 Jerry Delaney of Hanover was { visitor in the village Wednesday.
 A party of young people attended [ dance at Scotland Road Thursda! ni2ht
 Arthur Bessette left Wedensday fol Gardners City, L. l.. where he entered the aeronautica1 service. Emile Gerard and Arthur Marioi are working on BushneTrs farm fo few days.
 Henry Troeger of Hartford is visit | ing in the village
Norwich bulletin., 1918-11-02
NEARLY 1000 CoMMUNIoNS
 AT ALL SAINTS DAY MASSES

Friday, the Feast of All Saints, a holy day of obligation in the Catholic church, unusually large congregations attended the three masses in St. Pat rick's church. At 5.30, at the low mass read by Rev Peter J. Cuny, and at the second low mass at ', when the holy sacrifice was offered by Rev Myles P. Calvin, hundreds received holy com munion, two priests being required at the latter mass to administer the eu- charist. The high mass at was sung by the rector, Rev. John H. Broderick, and again at this service there were many communicants. The music was by the regular choir, under direction of Organist Frank L. Farrell, Mrs. Farrell singing the solo numbers throughout the service.
 The introit read during the masses of the day, as in all the Catholic churches throughout the world, was: Let us all rejoice in the Lord, cele- brating a festal day in honor of all the saints in whose solemnity the angels rejoice, and give praise to the Son of God.
 It is estimated that the total mum Der of communions at the three masses of the morning was well toward 1000 Yesterday, besides being a special feast day, was the first Friday of the month when the members of the League o1 the Sacred Heart of Jesus-rthe Apos- tleship of Prayer-always receive con- munion, following confession on the previous day; this helped swell the total, as did the seriousness of the time, and the fact that there has beer marked revival of religious fervor as one of the results of the sorrow and sickness through which so many | families in the parish have passed and the bereavements which have beer so numerous in all sections of thu l town.
 In the evening there were the GUS
 tomary first Friday devotions in homo
 of the Sacred Heart, led by Rev, Fa | ther CunV
Norwich bulletin., 1918-11-02
DIED.

M'COY-In Jewett City, Oct. 31, 1918, Mrs. James Mccoy, aged GA years. Funeral service at St Marys church Saturday morning at 9 o'clock. Burial in St. Mary's cemetery. BOOTH-At the Rhode Island hospital in Providence, Oct. g, 1918. Miss Lillian Booth, formerly of Norwich. HANsCOM-In New London, Oct 31, 1918, Charles R. Hanscom, aged 6S - years LECRENIER-In Hartford. Oct. 31, 1918, Mrs. Edith Frissell Lecrenier, daughter of Mir. and Mrs. Walter D. F'risseu of Attawaugan. aged 27 years.
 ALLEN-In Norwich, Nov. 1. 1918, Julia A. Chappen, wife of William Smith Allen.
 Funeral services will be held at her late home, 26 Main street, Monday, Nov 4, at 2.3O p. m. Burial in Ma plewood cemetery.
 M'LAREN-Tn this city, Nov. 1, 1918, Mary E. McNamara, wife of Will liam G. McLaren.
 Notice of funeral hereafter. BosSEY-At the Edgewood Arsenal Maryland, Oct. 29, 1918, Sergeant Ernest J. Bossey. aged 32 years. Funeral from his late home, 225 Lau- rel Hill avenue, Saturday morning Nov. 7, at S.45. Requiem mass at St Patricks church at 9.90. Burial in St. Joseph's cemetery.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-11-02
DAUGHTERS oF VETERANS.

Clara Barton Tent, No. :. Esational Alliance of Daughters of Veterans, held a special meeting Tuesday even ing for inspection by the department officers The inspection was made by Department Inspector Mrs. Mary Gris- wold Regular business wns transacted and the reports of the secretary were read and accepted. The meeting clos ed in the usual form with the salute to the flag. The next meeting will be held November 18th.
 On Tuesday evening q Hallowe' 'en social was held at Buckingham Memo rial for the members and obligated members. Music was enjoyed, being furnished by the Misses Fitch. Com mander Price, of Sedgwick post made a few brief remarks. Patriotic songs were sung and there were solos by Mrs Charles Burke and a recitation by MT. Starr Dancing was enjoyed at which Charles Burke was prompter Refreshments were served by the fol- lowing committee: Mrs. Lillian Brew ster Miss Gertrude Pendleton Mrs Mabel E. George, Mrs. Lillian John son, Mrs. Lena Fukallus. Miss Grace Stetson, Mrs Louise Atterbury and Florence Robbins.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-11-02
Coshegan of New York city is chair

Coshegan of New York city is chair man.
 Class meetings were held this week In the junior class meeting, the Sykes memorial committee reported $3S4.9l on hand toward the founoau1ou ol the Sykes prize. The following were ap- pointed on the committee: Mary Brade, Nanticoke, Pa., chairman; Dor othy Steele, New York, Mildred How ard, Wethersffeld, Loretta Higgins, Norwich. The matter of class ties of buff and continental blue was taken up and it was voted to have the sec- .retary make arrangements to secure the ties.
 The junior class social calendar was arranged as follows: Junior-freshman party, November; junior day, Decem- ber: junior prom, eFbruary; junior day, May
 In the sophomore meeting, the pres ident, Agnes Leahy, Norwich. presid- ed, and the class pledged $15 to the united war fund.
 The freshman meeting completed the list and was mighty exciting and had been looked forward to by every girl at college. Yet the freshman elections capped the climax. Surmise after sur mise was offered as to the president and New London hall echoed and re-
Norwich bulletin., 1918-11-02

In Norwich 50 years ago as the presidential election drew near en- thusiasm became intense and both parties tried to outdo the other in dis play. Two demonstrations were held during the week and there were sev- eral political rallies at which promi- nent speakers made addresses. The Boys in Blue were exceedingly active and the indications pointed to a re- publican victory for the town, and the democratic faction appeared to be rather uncertain of the outcome.
 Extracts from The Bulletins files of '6S follow:
 Oct. 26, 1S6S-A freight train on the New London Northern road on Satur- day afternoon ran under a rope at- tached to a derrick on the West Side and the rope, which was stretched across the track, caught on one of the cars with the result that the derrick was pulled to the ground, but every one working near the place escaped the falling machinery.
 The reception for the Howard En- zine company of Charlestown, Mass. was held on Saturday. There was 3 parade and dinner served to the visit ors, who were loud in their praise o1 lliC hOOPASAAAhy VI bAAS 1NOA nASAA HI men.
 Oct. 27, 1S6S-There are several cases of typhoid fever in the city and sev- eral of the victims of the fever are critically i'll. The source of the dis ease has not yet been located. The common council held specia meeting to consider the change oi grade in various street layouts in the city. There was much discussion but no definite action was taken.
 Oct 2S, 1S6S-The Boys in Blue hel6 brilliant demonstration on Tuesda! evening and was the finest ever held in eastern Connecticut. The enthusi asm was intense and the streets rans with deafening cheers until long after midnight. There were 1T companie; with three bands in line and the pa rade lasted from until o'clock. Int line of march was brilliantly illuAninat ed with lanterns, and skyrockets wer, sent up all along the line of march The residences displayed flags and re
Norwich bulletin., 1918-11-02
Boys, Bible Classes Reain.

The Boys Bible classes had an au- spicious oper~ng Friday evening at S o'clock at tho local Y. NJ C. A. There was a good attendance ana much in- terest was shown by tha hoys. A fifteen cent baked bean supper was served, Miss Ethel Morgan and Mrs Charles L. Stewart having charge.
 This being the initial meeting, in stead of a regular study, there were brief addresses by Charles L. Stew art Secretary Edwin Hill and Joseph Carlevale. Emphasis was placed upon the value of the Bible and the great need of studying the wonderful book. The regular study will begin next Friday; there will be several classes, and the teachers thus far secured are Walter Block, Joseph RiEehart and Secretary Hill
Norwich bulletin., 1918-11-02
MOTION LIST HEARD BY JUDGE MALTRIE

Judge William NJ Maltbie presided at short calendar session of the su- perior court here on Friday morning. The following matters were disposed of:
 Motions on judgment on demurrer sustained in the cases of Maynard vs. Redden, ct al. Williamson Vs. Redden, ct al. and Howard, adm vs. Redden, ct al went off the list until Nov. 19. A second order of notice was grant ed in the case of Eva Moran vs. liar ry John Moran.
 The motion of non suit in the case of Patterson vs. Halpern, was contin- ued.
 Two weeks in which to file an an- swer was granted in the case of Tran dahs vs. Ververis.
 Default was opened in the case of London vs O'Nail and supplemental order of notice was granted in the case of William N Potter vs. Alice C Potter.
 An allowance of $35 to defend was granted in the case of Frederick Weeks vs. Iva Bitgood Weeks.
 The next short calendar will be or Nov. 18th.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-11-02

nominations were presented by a com
 mlttee of which Isidore Wise was chairman.
 The new fiscal year starts with one of the directors, Rev. John N. Lewis
 of Waterbury, in service; another, Rev Dr. Harry W. EttIeson, about to
 depart, and the society's president,
 Austin Cheney, expecting to leave within a few days. Miss Constance Leigh, supervisor of the home for l crippled children in Newington, has | been asked to accept an assignment as chief nurse with the army corps, and two visitors in the child placing work soon leave for France.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-11-02
MRS. FRANK A. MITCHELL
 ELECTED A DIRECTOR

At the annual meeting of the Con- necticut Children's Aid society, which was held in Hartford on Wednesday, the following were elected directors to serve until Oct. 1, 1921: Mrs. Robert B. Chappell of New London Frederick J. Kingsbury of New Haven, Mrs. Frank A Mitchell of this city, Dr.
 Charles w Page of Hartford, Howard L. Platt of New Britain, Mrs Charles F. Treadway of Bristol, John Trumhull of Plainville, Clarence E. Whitney of Hartford; directors to serve until Oct. 1, 1920 Mrs. John c. Wilson and Mrs. H. Bissel Carey of Hartford. Prof. Theodore s. WooIsey of New Haven was elected an honorary director. The
Norwich bulletin., 1918-11-02

echoed with cheers as it was an- nounced that Miss Olive Tuthil of New York was elected president.
 President Marshall's itinearry during the next few weeks will include the following appointments: Nov 3, Nor wich, Davis theatre, opening of war drive fund campaign; Nov. 10, North field and Mt. Hermon schools, Mass. Nov. Il, New Britain, Elks' club, open ing of war drive campaign; Nov F, Waterbury Women's club, on women in the reconstruction period; Nov. IS, Hartford, Mothers club, Center church, on a phase of women's work now and in the future; Nov. 19, Willi- mantle, Woman as a Patriot and Builder
Norwich bulletin., 1918-11-02
LODGE NOTES
PATRONS OF HusRANpRY.

The postponed meeting of Norwich grange, No. 172. P. of H., was held in their hall Tuesday evening with very good attendance After the reg ular business session. the lecturer, Mrs John O. Peckham, presented the following program:
 Salute to the Flag and singing of America; reading, Long May It Wave, Mrs. C.. Tootill; recitation, The Crow, Freddie Peckham: reading General Pershing on Prohibition, J. B. Palmer, Jr.; Earnest Appeal to Connecticut John o. Peckham; singing, Keep the Home Fires Burning; reading, Now is the Time, Earl Palmer: Talk on War Work Campaign, Mrs. John o. Peck ham; reading. A New Game; singing, Star Spangled Banner.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-11-02
HOW OTHERS MAY BENEFIT FROM A GENEROUS GIFT.

These statements may seem strange to some folks, because nearly all suf- ferers have all along been led to be- lieve in the old Uric Acid'' humbug. It took MT. Ashelman fifty years to find out this truth. He learned how to get rid of the true cause of his rheumatism, other disorders and re- cover his strength from "The Inner Mysteries" a remarkable book that is now being distributed free by an au- thority who devoted over twenty years to the. scientific study of this trouble. If any reader of the Norwich Bulletin wishes a copy of this book that re- veals startling facts overlooked by doctors and scientists for centuries past, simply send a postcard or letter to H. P. Clearwater. 293 B Street, Hallowell, Maine, and it will be sent by return mail without any charge whatever Send now! You may never get this opportunity again. If not a sufferer yourself, hand this good news to some afflicted friend.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-11-02
PLAYLET COMPOSED BY
 LITTLE FAITH ALIEN

A delightful playlet, Visits to The Woods. composed by little Miss Faith G. Allen, daughter of Mir. and Mrs. S. r. Allen of Pearl street, was pro- duced at their home on Friday even ing to an appreciative audience of friends and neighbors. The characters were: Daisy, Faith G. Allen: Butter fly, Marian B, Allen: The Witch. Eli zabeth F. Johnson: he Tinsel Queen Elizabeth F. Johnson.
 Through the programme Miss Faith Allen played several piano selections
 The proceeds received will be do- mated to the Red Cross.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-11-02
Makes Marriaqe Announcement

Mrs. Charles Totman Of Best View, Quaker Hill. has announced the mar riage of her daughter, Miss Thelrna Dram. to Russell Harris, U. $. Navy, which took place in New London Oct. 30. MT. Harris is the son of MT. and Mrs. Ernest Harris of 5 Williams street, New London. At present he is stationed at the state pier,
Norwich bulletin., 1918-11-02
GIRLS CONTRIBUTE LINEN
 TOWARD RED CROSS SHOWER

A number of patriotic little girls re- sidlng on Lilcoln avenue Williams Sachem and Washington streets, have contributed nine handl5erchiefs and twelve bath towels toward the Nor wich Red Cross linen shower. The articles were collected by Natalie Con- nor. the others girls who contributed being Dorothy Gildersleeve, Dorothy Crowen, Isabel Heneault, Janet Black stone, Natalie Murphy, May Robbins Dorothea Butts, Katherine Burns, Syl- via Stone, Amy March, Ruth Burdici and Alice Brennan.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-11-02
Sues For Divorce.

Fife H. Demond of New Ntondon sues Andrew Demond of New Haven for divorce on the grounds Of intoler- able cruelty between June 1, 1918, and Aug. l, 1918. They were married on Oct. 23, 1917. The wife asks to be allowed to resume her maiden name of Humphrey. The case is returna- ble before the superior court on the first Tuesday in November.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-11-02
Permits for Alien Women.

A H. Lanphere, deputy U. s. mar shai, will be at the police station in Norwich, on Wednesday,, Nov 6, 1918. from 10 o'clock a. m. until 3 o'clock D. m.. for the purpose of receiving appli- cations from German alien women to enter and reside in the barred zone.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-11-02

President, HAien B. Royce. Norwich; :; vice president, Annie G. Oats, Willi- mantle: recording secretary, Jennie L. Congdon Norwich; corresponding sec retary. Gertrude L. Stadtmeuller, New London; treasurer, Madeline Stanners, New London members of executive committee. Fannie A. Bishop, Willi- mantle; Nellie F. Fuller New Lon don.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-11-02
CARD OF THANKS

We wish to express to all our friends our appreciation of their sympathy as manifested by word and deed. and by flowers, in the sickness and death of Mrs. William H. Denison
 1 WILLIAM H. DENISON AND FAMILY.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-11-02
Unclaimed Letters,

The list of unclaimed letters in the Norwich post office for the week end ing November ?. 1918, is as follows: Herbert Hamilton, Lizzie Hartigan, Mrs Carrie Lakin. Bernard Levy, F. A. TaIbert, Bill Irwin.