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Norwich bulletin., 1918-06-13
JEWET CITY
Harry T. Sayes Writes to Aunt in Pachaus of His Experiences in France.

Mrs. Andrew Cheseboro of Pachaug has received the following letter from her nephew, Harry T. Sayles, from somewhere in France:
 Dear Aunt Lena:-
 Another days duties are ended and l will write you a few lines before dark to let you know I am well. l am in small village where farming is the general occupation. The houses are not scattered on each and every farm over here, but are in villages like, with the farm land some dis tanee away. 1 guess the French people like to be near together.
 This has been real warm day. but the climate isn't far ahead of Con- necticut right here Potatoes are up, and some are being planted at this time. l guess corn isn't grown. Have not seen any signs, at least. White birches, beech, pine and poplar, arc the most common trees. Houses are almost altogether built of stone Have twice been in the trenches but just now am not within hearing distance of the artillery. Barn swallows are numerous. The French language. is just about as much mystery as ever to me
 Haven't received much mail yet. Sever letters and wo packages is all so far ] My regiment is Co. E, Ninth infantry | Americar5 E. F.. France I haTdl, 1 know just what to write about; wnal
 suppose. would interest you mos l would be to know that the war wal
 ended. But l know as little about i as anyone
 l Sincerely. l uAPpR
Norwich bulletin., 1918-06-13
SOUTH COVENTRY
Mrs. Mary Jameson Starts fer Can fornia-Tewn Schools Graduation.

Three children were baptized in the Congregational church Sunday morn ing
 Mrs. Walter Brooks and infant son returned home Friday from WiIhnaan- tic hospital.
 Mrs. Mary Jameson started Friday to return to California after being in town since January at the Morgan homestead
 chiidrer's day was observed Sunday morning.
 Mir. and Mrs. E. A. Tracy returned home last week after spending the winter in the south.
 There was gtereepticor lecture in the Congregational church Sunday evening.
 Graduating Exercises. The North and South Ends had their graduating exercises Friday night in the town hall. There were nine from this end: Mary Parker. Esther Clark William Flaherty. Helen Weilwood Vera Noble. Anna Tiiiinghast, Adelint Hoff, Viola Carpenter, Alice Kinney and four from the North End: Beulaf Brown. Hans Andersen, Annie Bonn Camilla Nielseon.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-06-13
REPUBLICAN CAUCUS.
Twenty y-Four Men Are Appointed by
 Twenty-Five Republicans.

A republican caucus was held at the town hall. Wednesday evening There was an attendance of about 25.
 The nominations were quickly male and none were voted down or de- ciined.
 The caucuses for the senatorial and probate convention are to be held lat CT. The following business was done at the meeting:
 The meeting was opened by Will jam s. Congdon, and Frank H. Foss was elected moderator and A. N. Vaughn. clerk. When both went on the stage they were applauded.
 After the reading of the warming, the election of delegates was taken up. The result follows:
 Republican state committee: S. Ar mold Peckham. Phillip Cheney, George E. Hinman. William A. King. Republican congressional convention Charles A. Gates. Charles Fenton, Dr. F. F. Guild, Joseph N. Beard. Republican county convention: Will liam A King, George M. Graves, George 1 (Remington) Bartlett, Gustave o. Cartier
 1 Republican town committee for two years, the following nominating com mittee was appointed: Charles A Gates, ". S. Congdon. A. L. Weather
Norwich bulletin., 1918-06-13
CANADIAN MOOSE DEAD
Animal Reared by Alexander Duha- mel Lived But Two Years in Cap tivity.

The bull moose that was brought here from the WildS of northern Can ada about two years ago. by Alexan- der Duhamel, of Water street, is dead.
 This moose Is believed to have been the only moose born in the northern wiles ever brought into this state and he proved a great curiosity at fairs iii this part of the country and at other events during the time he was in MT. Duhamels possession.
 The moose was caught by hunters while the animal was very young and grew up as a domesticated animal would. Mir Duhame brought him here from Canada in a box car and has kept him in a stable off Water street
 Long inactivity apparently had it's effect upon him, though he was well cared for by NIT. Duhamel. who made numerous efforts, but without success, to dispose of him.
 Graduated From Textile School.
 Wilfred Halle, son of Mir. ard Mrs. Joseph Halle of Cottage street, has been graduated from Bradford Tex tile school, Fall River, where he has been studying for some time. He is now engaged in government work at Fan River.
 Eugene Reed student at Yale uni yersity, is at his home on High street for the summer vacation.
 George A. Fiske of Lawrence was a visitor with friends in Danielson on Wednesday.
 A number of Danielson people were at Providence Wednesday to attend the Barnurn and Bailey circus The Ladies Aid society of the Bap- tist church met with Mrs G. o. Thom- as at her home on Maple street We'd nesday afternoon.
 Recently a number of young men not yet of draft age. have enlisted in the Ninth Separate company, Daniel son.
 Statute Revision Completed. The statute revision committee oi Connecticut, of which Attorney liar ry E. Back is a member, is nearing the end of the work upon which ii has been earnestly engaged for many months.
 Next week brings the end of the school year for the pupils who are studying in the schools of Killingly Lightning Strikes Tree. Lightning shattered large tree or Orient Heights, during a storm of l Wednesday afternoon. Teacher Will Be Pensioned.
 Miss Mary Smith, teacher of the seventh grade of the School street school, is retiring from service after l teaching for tilirty-fiye years. all bu'
 three years in Ki1lingly. She will bs
 pensioned under the teachers pension
 law
 Many Banielson members of Put nam lodge of EIks will be at Putnam Friday evening to attend the Flag day exercises arranged by the lodge. Signs stating that poisonous ma ! terfal has been used in spraying shade
Norwich bulletin., 1918-06-13
Farewell Party,

A surprise farewell party was given to Mrs. Loyal Plaisted at her home on South Park street, Wednesday even ing by the Sorority of the Methodist church.
 There was a lare number of mem bers present and a jolly time was en- joyed. A mayonnaise set was present ed to Mrs. Plaisted by one of the mem- bers as a token. Mir. and Mrs. Plaisted are to move to New London next week.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-06-13
STAFFORD
Recent Neddinss-Mr. and Mrs. H.
 M. p. Brooks to Reside in Florida Red Cross Members instructions.

Mrs. 2. c. Pinney returned .o Bridgeport with Mr and Mrs. Jerome Orcutt. after entertaining them for several days.
 Miss Margaret Keefe is making good recovery from an operation perform ed for appendicitis, at Johnson hos pital.
 2Ir. and Airs. George CahilI have moved to Hartford MT. and Mrs. Wm. Chandler will have the rent in Mrs. George Boards house, vacated by them.
 Recent Weddings.
 Angus Campbell Park married Tuesday. at Waterbury, Miss Mercia Elizabeth Clayton. daughter of Mir and Mrs. John Clayton of that city.
 Miss Helen Leonard. daughter of Myren Leonard. and Ensign Kibbe of Somefs, were married May 18th, by Rev. c, H. Puffer at the home of the bride.
 To Reside in Florida. Mir. and Mrs. H. M. P. Brooks spent several days last week with Mir and Mrs. F. J. Glover, Mir. and Mrs Brooks have sold their home ir
Norwich bulletin., 1918-06-13
BALTIC
Examination For Local Postmaster ship to Be Held at Norwich July 10 Salary $500.

At the request of the postmaster general the United States Civil Ser wee Commission has announced an examination to be held at Norwich July 10. 1918, for the position of post master at Baltic. This office has an annual compensation of $500.
 To be eligible for this examination applicant must be a citizen of the United States, must actually reside within the delivery of the office and have so resided at the time the pres- ent vacancy occurred.
 Applicants lnl,st have reached their twenty first but not their sixty fifth birthday on the date of the exanaina- ton.
 Application Form So4 and full in- formation concerning the requirements Of the examination may be secured from the postmaster at the place Of vacancy or from the Civil Service Commission, Washington, D. c. Ap- piications should be properly executed and filed with the commission at Washington. D. C.. in time to arrange for the examina tion of the applicant.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-06-13

Chaplain of f03rd lnfantry-North
 GrosvencrdaIe Team to Play Man
 hassets-Prosramme For Flag Day
 Exercises at Elks' Lodge.
 Mrs. W. J. Bartlett has been visi- tor in Hartford.
 The medical advisory board was in session Tuesday in Elks' hall, passing upon number of cases.
 There is to be a meeting of the Parent Teachers association at the high school this evening.
 Registrants May Enlist. :.
 Under a ruling received here Tues day, young men who registered June , for military service will be given permission to enlist in the naval or marine service.
 Oscar Rich has been confined to his home by illness.
 Gas to Cost More.
 The new advanced gas rates recent ly announced for this city become ef- fective next week.
 Rev. Clarence F. Clifford, Fall River, has been visiting relatives in this city
 Rev. Walter B. Williams of Daniel son will preach the sermon at the Academy Sunday services at Wood stock next Sunday. A number of Putnam students who are in various eastern colleges will return to their homes here this week or the early part of next week. Ponfret War Rally. A war rally is scheduled to be held in Pomfret June A. at which time the | Liberty chorus will sing. l At a meeting of superior court judges in Hartford. Attorney Charles l. Torrey of this city was appointed public defender for Windham county 1 Putnam men who have business en- gasements in Boston today will make lit a point to get a look at the Blue Devils who are in Boston for two days.
 ] The Queen Quality baseball team of Boston that is to play here next Sunday is rated the fastest semi pro fessional team in New England. | Young ladies who have been attend i ing the Howe -Marot school at Thomp- son are leaving for their homes. the school having closed for the season.
 Chaplain of the 1c3rd. Rev. Anselm MaY3.ta. formerly sr assistant pr'es+ It S. Marys church lr.oW United Sta as ar''.v cil 3iliri has been assigned to the 1G3rd infan try, made up Of Massachusetts boys A very large percentage of tn, members of Putnam grange hay, agreed to forego the Ese Of wheat fo a rerjad Of 4e days
 Monster locomotives introdu ed o, 1 tfemain line through this city some time ago continue to prove ,w0nderfu to relsons Who observe the enormous ly lon2 trains they pull Liberty Bond Dividend tha :5th.
 Buyers of Liberty bonds that wer issued last summer will come into dividend that is due Saturday of thi week. Presentation of ths coupons a the tt rlk will bring payment in caSf
 Another very heavy rain storm O Tuesday did something toward maxim up the water shortage thas develops during May Gardens were great1 benefited by the storm
 No. Grosvenordaie- -Manhasset. The North Grosvenordale basebaI team will ba here Saturday to play return game with the Manhaesct tear at Manhasset field.
 Large Third Degree Class. | Cargill council, K. of C., has a Iarg class of candidates preparing to. re ceive the third degree The Putnar council is now the largest in this sec tor of eastern Connecticut and in cludes members from all the sur rounding towns.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-06-13

Springfield and expect to make their home at Null Springs. Florida, where they will go after visiting friends.
 F4ateh-Andrews.
 Miss Ruth, Lee Andrews and Royal Bliss Hatch were married at the home of the bride, only the two families being present. Rev. F. A. Mandersou performed the ceremony. After short wedding trip they will make their home at Hydeville in the house recently purchased of Leon B. Chase. Mr. Hatch is a progressive farmer. His bride has been at the home of her parents, Mir. and Mrs. J. A. Andrews. since attending Simmons college.
 Miss Helen Anderson has been the guest of her parents at Suncock, \. H. d! Much Work By Red Gross. During May tho work done by the local branch of the Red Cross was as follows: Surgical dressings. 1924: hospital shirts. -26; pajama suits, It; socks, S5 pairs; sweaters. g.
 Whiton-Thempson.
 l Mrs. Myra Lillian Thompson and Charles A. Whiton were married on May 18th. at No. Green street. Mon son. The ceremony was performed in the presence, of members of the 1 family, by Rev. George Penniman-
Norwich bulletin., 1918-06-13
FLAG DAY PROGRAMME Arranged by Putnam Lodue of EIks
 For Friday Evening.

The programme for the observance of Flag day by the members of Put nam lodge of Elks has been arranged as followows: Evening: Singing of Star Spangled Banner, audience; in troductory exercises, exalted ruler and officers of the grange; prayer. chap lain; history of the flag. Lucusi F.
 Merriam; altar service. exalted ruler Syne; officers and members; Elks' tribute to the flag, Waiter J. Bart lett; melodies, Southern Airs. Fay's orchestra. which will play during the evening; recitation, Miss Ruth Bart lett: address, Judge Alexander W. Creadon, Hartford; singing, America.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-06-13
DANIElSCN
Republican Caucus Elects Convention Delesates-caPt. F. P. Todd Army Transport Surgeon-captive Moose oies-Lishtning shatters Tree = Teacher to Retire on Pension.

The republican caucus held Wednes- day evening elected the following con- vention delegates:
 State-Harry E. Back, Alma For cier, Ralph C.. Young and M L. Greig.
 Congressional--A. P. Woodward, L. J. Morin. Hector Mcconnell James N Tucker
 County-E. L. Darbie, c. E. Aver, L. $. Barstow. H. S. Place.
 B. L. Darbie was chairman of the caucus.
 The republican town committee as it has been made up for the past two years was reappointed.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-06-13
.WILLIMANTI

Quidnick Windham Manufacturing company in this city for work Tues day afternoon, and he promised them job and had the corporation beard ing house give them food and lodging. They did not show up for work We'd nesday and the police went in search of them, but could not find them. About noon Chief Killourey found them near the mill. where they claim ed to passersby that Willimantie was neasy place. They will be in the police court today {Thursday) on vagrancy charges
Norwich bulletin., 1918-06-13

head. Nelson Daniels and E. F. Ches- bro. They submitted the following names which were adopted: W. S. Congd0n, chairman, A. L. Weather head. Harry W. Avery, William F. Main, Louis F, Hall. Aiphonse L. Gel inas, Clifford C. Smith. Charles A. Gates, George A. Bartlett, A. N. Vaughn, George Eaton.
 The majority of each delegation were authorized to fill ali vacancies. The caucus adjeurned at s.35 after a ses- sion of about fifteen minutes.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-06-13
Electrieity Affected by Storm.

The rainy weather Wednesday came to a climax at a little after in the evening in a severe rain storm, during which some hail feil. There was ap- parentiy storm north of williman- tic, for the electricity for this city was put out of commission several times during the day.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-06-13
Print shea erants lnersass.

A general increase in the wages at the Hall and Bill Printing Company of this city was announced at the plant, Wednesday, The increase will affect all of the employees and win go into effect from last Monday. The per cent. has not been added on as yet.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-06-13
DEATH COMES SUDDENLY.
jossph Theroux Suffers Cerebral Hemervhase Early Wsdnesda, Morning.

The death of Joseph Theroux, which occurred at his home at s2 Ives street early Wednesday morning, surpr1sed his friends in this city, as he was ln good health when seen last.
 About 2 o'clock Wednesday morning his wife noticed that he was havinS trouble breathing and tried to arouse him. Failing, she summoned doc tor, but NIT. Theroux was dead before the doctor arrived. Medical Examiner C. E. Simonds was called and found death due to cerebral hemorrhage.
 Mir. Theroux was born in St. David, Canada, the son of Joseph and Mary Aral Theroux. and made his residence in this city at the age of 45. He was a member of St Mary's church.
 He is survived by his wife, two sons. Albert, now in the service in France. and Alfred of this city, five daughters. Mrs. Ludar Champagne of St- Zenon, Canada, Sister Anne of St. Alphonse's convent. Philadelphia, Mrs. Alzear Shaenck and Misses Lucie and Laura Theroux of Wilimantic.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-06-13
SIX Workers Get 10 Per Gent Raise.

Notice was posted in the WindhAm silk Company's plant in this city, on Wednesday, that an increase in wages amounting to 10 per cent. was to go in- to effect next Monday. June 17. This is the second raise this year, the other one taking effec. April first. and the in crease is much appreciated by the 150 employees in the plant.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-06-13
Manehsst.r Motorist settIes.

In the police court Wednesday morn ing Pierrino Genovase of South Man chester pleaded guilty to a violation Of the automobile laws by not having his license signed. He was fined g and costs, amounting to $15.25, which he paid
 ], He was before the court Monday and was fined s10 and costs for not having his auto lamps lighted. but appeaie. He changed his mind We'd nssday and settled for his remissness, which cost him $34.45.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-06-13
pous Not to Run at Large.

June 19 a new order pertaining to dogs will go into effect in this city. They are not to be allowed at large on public property and highways ex- cept when on a leash not less than five feet long, or hunting. or sheep or cat He dogs engaged in their respective occupations
Norwich bulletin., 1918-06-13
Fourth of July Eund.v

The Liberty Cottage is the head quarters for the campaign for $500 in this city for "Pershing's Fourth of July Fund. Mrs. Hattie Carson will be at the cottage evenings to receive subscriptions and reports good pro- gress for Wednesday.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-06-13
PLAINFELD
How the Town Stands in War Stamp Sales-Grarmar School Graduation Wednesday-sowlers to Roll For Frisweli Cup,

Harold Burke, Joseph Davon and Edgar Dupuis were in Providence on Wednesday and attended Barnum & Bailey's circus.
 James Dey who resigned as fireman in the electric power plant. is now in the employ of Leon F'rink.
 War Stamp Sales.
 The total war stamps sold in Plain- field is $12.1T5.96 instead of $11,oo0. Moosup sold sis.s77S1 which is much more than Plainield's amount. Cen tral Village much smaller than Wau- regan, sold $T,37595 which wauregan was only able to sell $5.s4is4 The total amount for the three villages is
Norwich bulletin., 1918-06-13
John MeGee Made Flights at Fair Grounds.

John McGee, the aviator who was recently drowned, gave an exhibition flight at the fair grounds here five his acquaintance.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-06-13

trees in Danielson have been put about where needed. by workers in the state moth crews
Norwich bulletin., 1918-06-13

Three Wandering Providence Boys in
 Custody.
 Three r year old boys who say that they are from Providence were arrested in this city Wednesday on a vagrancy charge. They asked a representative of the
Norwich bulletin., 1918-06-13
FUNERALS.
AIexander s. .Hawkins.

The funeral of Alexander S. Hawkins was held from his home at 50s Jack son street Wednesday afternoon at o'clock. Rev. c. Harley Smith of the Methodist church officiating. The bearers were George Robertson, John Reynolds, Henry Bugbee and Frank Walker. Burial was in the Willimantic cemetery. in charge of Funeral Direc- tor J. NJ Shepard.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-06-13
Milton ?. Clyde.

The funeral of Milton P. Clyde was held at Shepard's mortuary chapel on North street Wednesday morning at 10 o'clock Rev. H. B. Goodsell of An dover officiating. Burial was in An dover cemetery, in charge of Funeral Director J. M. Shepard of this city. The bearers were friends.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-06-13
lDANIELSON AND PUTNAM NEWS
PUTNAM

Session of Medical Advisory Board Wednesday-Rev. AnseIam Mayotte Chaplain of f03rd lnfantry-North GrosvencrdaIe Team to Play Man hassets-Prosramne For Flag Day Exercises at EIks' Lodge.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-06-13

s44794.s1. The town of PIainfield's quota is s150,ooo.
 Richard Provost and his father, w. c. Provost were callers in Providence Wednesday
The Lake County times. [volume] (Hammond, Ind.) 1906-1933, 1918-04-25
{. CHICAGO
IS COMING

Mayor Mccormack VIII take charge
of East Chicaro's part3c5p patton IN the
rig county Liberty loan celebration
that IS TO take place at Hammond TO-
morrow
From this city VIII 80 & contingent
Of police under Chief Williams 2 dele
CATION Of women under the leadership
of Mrs A Ottenhe 5mer. the company
taking military training In the pubttc
schools. besides the officers and work
ers in thu East Chicago drive.
East Chicago feels the spirit that IS
pred dominant in the county and IS pre-
pairing to enter into the Hammond cele-
bration with a good deal of ardor and
enthusiasm. Thousands Of people from
this city VIII lay aside their business
and their labors and Join the people Of
the county ia this magnificent patriotic
movement.
The factories. al being war making
wiz IN conformauce with the press-
dents proclamation. not have a holiday.
L s. needs the product q the mills in
East Chicago and has ordered them 10
work Eht and dav
The Lake County times. [volume] (Hammond, Ind.) 1906-1933, 1918-04-25
ENEMY
IS So FAR
BAFFLEO
Both British and French RepuISG
Attacks In ArnIenS and
Near YpTeS Sector
rux--Ep PRESS CAz-zszAss. !

LONDON, April 25.-Hinden-
burg IS striking simultaneously in
Picardy and Flanders.
While the battle still whirled
around ViIlers-Bretonneux today in
the drive against Amiens the Ger
mans were thrusting against the
northern line OF the Flanders battle
x1ont.
The enemy suffered q temporary re
verse On both fronts. Eaig reported
From the ueighborhood ef Til3ers-BTe-
fonneux the British regained sons
ground BY counter attacks
Northwest of Bailieul II Flanders the
Trench rerulsed = heavy attack yester-
dav evening but the assault was renew
"a early this morning and was being
pressed on wide front. including sec
ter held by the BRUSH 70 the east ot
the French positions
British troors hove regained ground
hv ooarter attacks east ot AEniens, Field
Marshal Haig reported today
An attempted enemy raid IN the
ra4ehborhocd Of Beuehv last night was
rsr4tsed Hostile artillery was active
in the Festubert and Eobeoq sectors
The lighting yesterday on the whole
rs-BretonneuX was extremely Sc
we're Heavy casualties were inflicted ey
oar artillery and tanks
There was heavy fghting throughout
the night IN and around Elllers-B Breton
reux- The fighting sfiu continues We
~,~s 49, counter attacks and
The Lake County times. [volume] (Hammond, Ind.) 1906-1933, 1918-04-25
THREE HAMMOND HIGH
SCHOOL TEACHERS ENLIST
H. E. Wilson, Oliver Taylor
and Walter Hess Will
Enter u. S. Service.

Hammond high schools contribution
of men 70 the service of the country this
spring is three members Ct the faculty
H z Wilson. physical director. left
this morning for Philadelphia where
he was called 70 engage in physical
training supervision in eantonements.
Oliver y. Taylor. head Of the book
keeping department has enlisted for
7 n c. n war work abroad and leaves
June !.
Walter Hess. athletic coach. plans
enlisting in the navy within q few days.
Wilson came 70 Hammond as director
Of the Community gymnasium n the
Baptist church. Taylor is a Hammond
man. having been raised here, Hess Is
q Hammond boy, q graduate Of the
Hammond high school and star foot
ball player at Indiana university.
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