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Norwich bulletin., 1918-03-27
CH|TTENDEN RECALLED 10 STAND
Plaintiff Completes His Testimony In 0o00 Damage Sut
 His Story Substantiated by Edward Mccarthy.

held by Huber & Chittenden stated that they should make all necessary repairs The witness replied that he did not consiSer the repairs of the or
 iinary nature and he had notified Mrs. Mary L. Cadys owner of the building, of the damage.
 The witness was asked if he did not remove Q quantity of linoleum from the third floor front, and he replied that he had. Asked if this action was not taken because he was aware of the weak condition of the building, MT. Chittenden replied that it was not, but because lie realized that there was al ways an element of danger in the rag ing of building. and he considered 1t merely an ordinary precaution. 1.-The linoleum was removed several days before the collapse.
 MT. Chittenden was on the stand all the morning until shortly before the noon recess at 1 o'clock, testifying as to the general condition of the building and the circumstances surrounding the collapse under cross examination and redirect examination.
 He was followed by Edward MeCar- thy, who was a clerk at the Huber & Chittenden store. at the time of the collapse, and his story was substan- tially the same as MT. Chittenden's.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-03-27
NEGRO IS HELD
 FOR SUPERIOR COURT
Mace Butler Faces Trial pn Charge of
 Theft of Money.

Probable cause being found, Mace Butler, a negro employed by the New London line as freight handler, resident of New London two weeks, was bound over to the next term of the superior court by Judge Colt in the New London city court Tuesday morn- ing, for the alleged theft of money from the person, of George Pollard. an aged negro, at a late house Monday night
 Pollard has been working at the Groton Iron Works, and came to New London Monday afternoon with about SAP in his pockets, expecting to go to New York on the night boat. During the evening he met Butler, with whom he had some conversation. Later while on his way to the Union station Pollard said that he noticed Butler fol- lowing him. and when reaching a point opposite the Shore Line Electric Co.'S freight office, Butler came up to him and placed his arms around his body. Pollard tried 10 pull away. and when he found that he could not release himself from his assailants' grip, he set up cry for the police.
 In a few minutes man came running to his rescue from the direc- ton of the railroad tracks. Butler,
 
 hold of Pollard and began to run, The rescuer, who proved to be Spe- eial Agent Jeyner of the New Haven road, called to the fugitive to stop, and held out his arm as if aiming a revolver. Butler stopped. On the way to headquarters, however, he made such a disturbance that the special agent called Patrolman Fitz- gerald to come to his assistance III making the arrest.
 With the exception of 40 cents Butler had no money when searched at the police station. which led the police to think that perhaps the negro had thrown the money away. Joyner left the station house to con duct a search, and on the way met Patroiman Corcoran whom he asked to help look for the missing money. Op- posite the place where the two ne- groes had been found, near the curb i ing, but on the sidewalk, Patrolman | Corcoran found about SIS in bills, which had been rolled up.
 Butler claims that he met Pollard in New Jersey some time ago and l Monday. evening met him again as l Pollard was being evicted from 8 saloon for being abusive. He sai6 l that Pollard was very drunk, and he | tried to get him to go to the beat. Pol lard, however, wanted another drink and said that ee had 8 lot of money Butler said that he made the sugges- 1 ton that they buy a bottle of whiskey i toward the purchase of which ht l would contribute 15 cents. Pollard took the silver and going into saloor said that he would bring the bottle ou 1 with him. When he came out of tho saloon, and joined Butler he said noth l ing about the whisl1ey, and when asked as to the liquor refused to give a sat 1 isfactory answer.
 | Butler said that he then pushed Pollard against the building and be I gan to feel on the outside of Pollard overcoat pockets for the bottle, a 1 which Pollard began to shout Don touch me" Soon after a man cam' running across the street with re Wlver
 | Butler said: 'Tllet go of Poland ant began to run, when Ps see dat maj with de gun, for Is thought sure h. was a burglar. He didn't hab no uni form on."
Norwich bulletin., 1918-03-27

W. Frederick Chittenden, who is a co plaintiff with Peter F. Huber in a suit against H. R. Douglas. Inc and ID. $. Marsh for $4O,00O for the loss of the stock of their dry goods store as she result of the collapse of the Cady building in State street, New London, a year ago last June,s which is on trial before Judge Gardiner Greene and a jury in New London, resumed the stand Tuesday morning. He was on the stand when court adjourned last Thursday, and when court came in Tuesday morning he was recalled and was under cross examination by Attor- ney Charles B. Whittlesey, represent ing MT. Marsh.
 Attorney Whittlesey questioned the witness as to the thickness of the east wall of the Cady building, which col lapsed.
 The witness in answer to questions from the attorney testified that he had noticed the condition of the east wall of the building after the old Marsh building had been, torn down, but he admitted that he had had no repairs made to it. a Attorney Wf1ittlesey wanted to know why Mir. Chittenden had taken no steps to make repairs. when the lease
Norwich bulletin., 1918-03-27
OFFERS EXPLANATION ' FOR DEFERRED CALL
Farmers Assured That Government
 Recognizes Shortage of Labor.

An explanation of the deferred call for Agricultural registrants in the next army draft quota has been se- cured by the Connecticut State Coun- cil of Defense from Major John buckley. Farmers are assured that the government recegnizes the short age of labor on the farms and will defer the <. oallHge of agricultural workers to the coiors until the end ot the new quota
 Major Buckley's letter on the sub ject received by Joseph ". Alsop, or the Connecticut State Council of De- -fense, is as efoliows.
 You are advised that the Selective Service Regulations provide for the following. classification -nf registrants engaged in agricultural pursuits:
 elass-I-- arskiiledA 4aborer; Class II necessary skilled farm laborer in necessary agricultural enterprise; III necessary assistant, associate or cultural enterprises; Glass " neces- sary sole managing. controlling or di- recting head of necessary agricultural enterprise.
 While Congress is determining the new national and state quota to be furnished under the new regulations, a call for 99,000 men has been issued, to be distributed equally throughout the United States. The auota allotted Connecficut to be furnished during the five days beginning March 18th is 90S men. Local Boards have been in- structed that the situation arising from the scarcity of farm labor de- mands that the call to the colors of y,d ccfd luously engaged in the planting or cul- Class I and within the new quota should be deferred until the end of the new quota. Local Boards have bee instructed that in filling this eme- gency call, they shall pass the order numbers of such men and defer theil call for the present. bearing in mind ! that this step is taken solely in the need of the Nation and not for. the benefit of any individual 1 Therefore while Boards are required to consider | it a grave duty to exercise this power to conserve and regulate the abri Ecultural production, they also are re quired to observe closely the eonduc of those deferred and immediately upon becoming convinced that an! person so deferred is not giving hi.
 
 agriculture, or that he is trifiing witt the deferment thus granted him, tn Boards have been required forthwith to call him for certifieation. The De partment requests that all citizen should assist in making this eXpedien effective and in bringing to the at tention of the Boards cases meritin deferment, as well ase cases in Whic deferment is being abused.
 ! "A ruling has been requested fror the Department to determine whethe the above provisions apply to regis trants engaged in the cultivation 0 the planting of tobacco. The abov provisions concerning agriculture registrants apply to the current quot only, and it is impossible at this tim to state the attitude of the Depart ment regarding certifcation of agri cultural registrants in Class IT.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-03-27
ALTAR CHAPTER MEETS.
Decided to Furnish Book of Altar Offices to Replace Volume in Use for. Past 23 Years.

The Altar chapter of St. Andrews met on Tuesday evening at the hEme of Miss Amelia Erwin at PA Central avenue. The president Miss Martha Campbell in rendering her resigna- ton, which was not accepted. thanked the whole chapter for their loyalty and devotion. She especially mention ed Miss Ruth Mckinley. describing her as "the never-failing one" The rector of the church, Rev. William H. Smith, thanked the Altar chapter for under taking and paying for the work of pol ishing and relacquering the altar brasses. The chapter decided to fur nish a book of the altar offices. The copy now at the altar was a thank
 offering from the late Mrs. Henry Morris and has been in use since June 2, 1895. After finishing the general business the members occupied them selves in making comfort pillows for the Red Cross and in begging Miss Campbell to remain in office which she finally consented to do.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-03-27
Social Union Election.

The Montville Ladies' Social Union held it's annual meeting and election of officers with Mrs Frank SchofieId recently. The afternoon was spent in sewing for the local chapter of the Red Gross. The following officers were elected for the coming year: President, Mrs. Frank Sehofield; vice presidents, Mrs. Edwin Rogers, Mrs, Walter Moran. Mrs John Lynch erd Mrs. Clyde Beebe; secretary. Miss Caroline Parker; assistant, Mrs. Ed win Comstock; treasurer, Mrs. Jessie Schofeld; Good Cheer committee, Mrs. Paul Glasbrenner, Mrs. Albert Fox and Mrs Harry Atwood The last year has been a very successful one, and much good work has been accomplished. The new year begins with balance of over hundred dollars in the treasury.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-03-27
CASE AGAINST SAILORS
 WILL BE NoLLED.
Alfred Bub and James Gleason Are
 Released from Jail.


 Alfred Bub and James Gleason, sail prs at the state pier. who have been in New London county jail, bound over to the superior court on a charge of steal ing an automobile owned by a man named Seagraves from in front of the Mohican hotel in New London several weeks ago, were released Tuesday on an order from the court secured by State Attorney Hull. The state attor- ney stated that the case against the sailors will be nolled at the next term of the court.
 Bub and Gleason were also under suspicion of having struck and killed Fred Rogers of East Lyme, whose dead body was found the morning after the sailors stole the automobile They were held pending an Investigation and find ing by the authorities. which are now satisfied that Bub and Gleason had nothing to do with Rogers death.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-03-27

Rescue steamers have been ordered to investigate a report that siguals have been seen from the wreck of the Florizel, which went ashore at Cape Race, Newfoundland. indicating that some survivors are still on board.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-03-27
N. F. A. NOTES.
Spring Edition of Academy Journal Appears-Easter Vacation to Start Good Friday,

The N. F. A. students who are to try for the prize in the letter writing con- test which is to be held soon will meet today to receive their instructions. This contest is open to boys and girls of the three lower classes.
 The first spring edition of the Acad- emy Journal came out on Tuesday. The Journal has it's usual fine number of stories and other features. A new cover has been procured which adds greatly to the paper. Miss Gilbert's class in American his tory will have an examination during the third and fourth periods on Thurs day.
 There will be no. sessions Of school or Good Friday, and the vacation will last until Monday. April 8. -
Norwich bulletin., 1918-03-27
NEW LONDON MAY
GET DRYDocK.
Representative of Emergency Flee;
 Corporation Inspects Harbor.

Last week James G. Hammond, sec retary of the New London Chamber of Commerce, received a letter from the emergency fleet corporation stating that the board was to send repre- sentative to New London from Wash ington to look into the matter of es- tablishing a floating drydock Mir. Hammond immediately replied, stating that it would be a pleasure to meet the representative and to afford him every opportunity to inspect the harbor and to provide the data which he would require for making a report.
 The representative arrived Tuesday morning at o'clock in the person of David T. Williams. He informed MT. Hammond that the government has made an appropriation of $25,000,0 900 for the establishment of a big floating l drydock and shipways in the Boston
 harbor district, and that it was the plan of the government to make the proposed drydock establishmer< either 1 at Providence or at New London a sub sidiary to the Boston dock. This mat l ter is in the hands of the division of l docks and ways of the emergency fleet
 corporation, and M6 Williams said l that he hoped to report to it the ad visibility of making the proposed new l dock and shipways an. independent
 rather than subsidiary Establishment 1 MT. Williams came to New London from Providence, where on Monday he
 inspected that harbor, and he said tc i the New London men that the New London harbor proposition offered
 many advantages over Providence. |
 is necessary to have deep water and 1 it is also essential that there shall be
 scarcely any ground swell, or, in other words, have quiet water.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-03-27
CARD OF THANKS

We extend our heartfelt thanks and appreciation for all the sym pathy ex- tended us during the illness and death of our mother and sister. Mrs. Eva MIR. AND MRS. CLARENCE KAHN,
 MRS. w. c. DUCE.
 Jewett City, Conn. March 27. 1918.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-03-27
Will Not Tolerate Trespassers.

The practise of persons using rail road property as a thoroughfare to shorten the walk to their places of employment in the vicinity of Fort Neck, Howard street and Pequot ay- enue, in New London, must cease, for those who continue it will run the risk of being presented before the New London police court and punished. The New Haven railroad Is making an effort to keep it's tracks and property clear of all persons who have no right to he there. so as to eliminate the pos sibility of anybody approaching the tracks who could do harm to the road, or otherwise hamper operations of trains and delay the movements of government necessities
Norwich bulletin., 1918-03-27
Olle Blllletitl.
Norwich, Wednesday, March 27, 1918.
THE WEATHER.
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 Pressure is generally low except in the upper lake region, with numerous independent centers of disturbance west of the Mississippi river. There was, however, no precipitation of con- sequence except in the north Pacific states and the northern plateau, where rains continue, and from the eastern upper lake region eastward where there were light snows from the At lantic depression that is now in the vielnity of Newfoundland. It is considerably colder from tho upper Mississippi valley eastward and generally warmer elsewhere, except in the Pacific states and the northwest.
 As whole temperatures remain decidedly above the seasonal average in the Missouri valley, the plains states, the northwest and the eastern plateau region.
 Generally fair weather will prevail Wednesday and Thursday east of the Mississippi river, without temperature changes of marked characetr. Winds for Wednesday and Thurs Iday:
 i North and Middle Atlantic-Moder- ate northwest winds. with fair weather. Forecast. i Southern New England: Fair We'd tuesday and Thursday; little change in ! temperature
 Observations in Norwich.
 The following records, reported from Sevin's pharmacy, show the changes , in temperature and the barometrie changes Tuesday: Ther. Bar. a. m....,............ 35 29.6o 12 m. ..........s........ 45 29.65 m ! Highest 52, lowest S5.
 Comparisons.
 Predictions for Tuesday: Fair; slightly colder.
 | Tuesdays weather: As predicted.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-03-27
TO RELIEVE CATARRHAL DEAFNESS AND HEAD
 NOISES

If, you have catarrhal deafness or head noises go to your druggist and get l ounce of Parmint (double strength). and add to it hot water and just a little sugar as directed in each package. Take tablespoonful four times a day.
 This will often bring quick relief from the distressing head noises. Clogged nostrils should open, brea thing become easy and the mucous stop dropping into the throat. It is easy to prepare, costs little and is pleasant to take. Any one who has catarrhal deafness or head noises should give this prescription a trial. Lee & Osgood can supply you.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-03-27
coIlectina Old Clothes.

During the past few days the To- cal chapter of the Red Cross has been collecting Id clothes and articles Of a similar nature which are to be ship ped to the Armenians and Belgians who are practically destitute after al- most four years of war. The re- aponse from the village has been more than generous and large number of articles have been collected in the Red Cross rooms in Ponemah hall.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-03-27
NORWICH TOWN
Methodist Scouts Receive Flag from President Wilson for Selling Liberty Bonds-Evening of Music-Distriet Social Attended by Forty -five-Per- sonals.

Troop No. Il, Boy Scouts, which was awarded the flag by President Wilson scriptions in the state in proportion to it's numbers to the second Liberty loan, is connected with the First Meth odist church up town and is composed of these members: Drexcl Hanna, Per cy and keroy Miner, Theodore Cornell, Wallace Harbeck, John Fryer and Barrow Vergason. .s .s,r
 Troop No. 5, Boy Scouts, of the First Congregational church and their friends will enjoy social gathering this CWednesday) evening in the chapel.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-03-27

New frocks are marked by a war time simplicity.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-03-27
DIED.-

WALSHIn New London, March 23 ISIS. Mary T Hetherton. wife of Ed
 ward F. Walsh.
 sMITH-In New London, March 23
 1918. Jennie B.. widow of Josiah
 Smith aged T years. --7~rr. oGDEN-In New London March 23,
 1918, Bessie Jerome,wfdew of Charles
 R.. Ogden. BArLEY-In Groton March 22 1918.
 Charles w Bailey. in his 67th year. CARVER-In New York, March 25,
 1918. John J. Carver of New London. RRAGAW-In Hartford. March 24. 1918,
 Sarah Adelaide King. wife of Isaac
 Bragaw.
 RICHARDS-At Fort Williams. Maine, March 25. 1918. Sergeant Lyman s, J., son of Fred E. and Hester s. Richards of Gales Fery. in his Soth Funeral services at the Gales Ferry church Thursday afternoon. March 2S, at 1 o'clock.
 BELISLE-In Norwich, March 26, | 1918, Rosie Belisle. aged 63 years, of Baltic
Norwich bulletin., 1918-03-27
LARGE Y. N. c. A. BUILDING
 FOR STATE PIER,
Will Be Modification of Standard Type
 F Hut.

Construction was started Tuesday at the state pier of large Y. M. c. A. building to be used in connection with the organizations activities for the men in the naval service stationed at that point.
 The building will be a modification of the standard type F hut of the Y. M. c. A., which have been erected at numerous cantonments throughout the country, and three of which are al- ready constructed in this section-one at the submarine base and two at the island forts
Norwich bulletin., 1918-03-27
District Social.

An enjoyable district social was held Friday evening at the home of Mr. and Mrs. F. D. Vergason on Sylvia lane Forty-five members of Central Baptist church attended. A program o. frecitations and music we'll given with the serving of refreshments con tributed to the pleasure of the hour.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-03-27

mans ailments. "-lirs. L. ZIMMERMAN, sell N. Hutchings St, Kansas City, Kansas.
 Women who suffer from headaches, nervousness, backache, the blues and other gym ptoms of Q functional derange- Esent 7houll give this famous root and herb remedy trial.
 For forty years it has been overcom- ing ouch ailments of women after other medicines have failed.
 lf-yeH want special suggestions in regard to your condition, write Lydia E. Pinkharn Medicine Co, Lynn, Mass, The result of long experience is at youI service, and your letter will be held ir strict confidence.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-03-27
Yale Club Meets-Loeal People at Central, Baptist church--other Vil- iage Notes.

Tuesday evening the Yale club held their regular meeting in their rooms on North Main street. There was a large attendance and after the reports of the secretary and treasurer had been read outline business was tans- actd. The committee on Alumni Night reported that so many of the former members of the club were in the ser vice that the scheme was not practi- cal An indefinite postponement of the matter was moved and voted. The meeting adjourned at s.15.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-03-27
Sum. Moon and rides.
-CREENEvILLE

Six hours after high water 1t Is low tide. which is followed by flood tide
Norwich bulletin., 1918-03-27
THEFT CASE AGAINST
 ITALIAN GOES OVER.
Michael Grippe Held in Bonds of s7so

Michael Grippe, an Italian who was arrested by Detective Charles Ham mond in New London Monday, charged with the theft of brass goods from the New London Ship and Engine com pany valued at $t00. was presented before Judge Colt in. the New London police court Tuesday morning. but as several witnesses were unable to be present in court the case was contin- ued until Thursday,
 Grippe was able to furnish bond of $750 for his release.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-03-27
Musical Evenino.

Twelve guests were present Monday evening at the home of Theodore Ster- ry on Otrobando avenue when a mu- sical hour was enjoyed. There were piano, cornet and violin selections, also music from the Victrola. Cake and lemonade were served
Norwich bulletin., 1918-03-27

Predictions for Tuesday: Fair; slightly colder.
 Tuesdays weather: As predicted.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-03-27
GOOD FRIDAY MUSIC.
Special Numbers Arranged for Morn
 ing Service at Park Church.

The following special musical pro gram, arranged by Chorister Eben Learned, is to be given at Park church at the Good Friday service at II a. m:
 Organ prelude, Golgotha, O.. Mailing Anthem, Blessed Jesus, Fount of
 Mercy, Dvorak Organ postlude, Postlude in M minor,
 M F'Oerst or
Norwich bulletin., 1918-03-27
RoRn

RILEY-In Plainfield March 20. 19lSf a son. Earle, to MT. and Mrs. William Riley.
 CRoWE-dn Norwich. March 24. 1918 a son to MT and Mrs. John Grove. ElANGOR-In Winimantic March 2G. 191S a son to MT. and Mrs. Paul Langor of GuTleyville. LAFONTE[In Willimantic, March 26 1918. daughter to Mir and Mrs NestoE Lafonte of Taftville.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-03-27
serviee in Audience Room.

The Sunday morning service of the First Methodist church was held in the audience room for the first time since cold weather The Dorcas so- .ciety will meet Friday afternoon at the parsonage on West Town street.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-03-27
Holy Thursday Evening Service.

Holy Thursday evening at 7.45 ser vice of the holy communion will be held in Grace church, Yantic, and the three hour service on Good Friday will be omitted, so the rector and parish toners can attend Trinity church, where Bishop Acheson will conduct the three hour service from 12 to 3 o'clock
Norwich bulletin., 1918-03-27
Passion Week Sermons.

Tuesday evening Rev Arthur Var ley preached Passion Week sermon on Christ The Door Monday even ing he preached the first of a series of five sermons taking as his topic Christ The Light.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-03-27
MARRIED

PEOKHAM-R0GERs New London = March 9, 1918. by Rev. J. Romeyn Danfortff. Arthur N Peckhan and Nellie May Rogers, both of New London.
 HANSEN New London. March 23. 1918, by Rev J. Romeyn Danforth, Carl T. Hansen and Miss Carla Nielsen, both of New London.