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Norwich bulletin., 1918-12-18
ALLYN L. BROWN ON
 FOUR MINUTE COMMITTEE

Preservation of the whole organizar tion of Four Minute Men throhgs1out the nation as permanent forum WAS outlined at tie convention ir Bridge port on Tuesday of tho Connecticut group of Foiw Minute Mer,. by Will jam H. Ingersoll.. of Washington. na- tional director of the body.
 The Four Minute Men as an organ ization, should not be dissolved, but should be retained as a lasting force to spread education among all the peo- ple of the United States" Air. Inger- soil declared.
 Preparations for the pegeetuatioH of the organization of Folfr Minute Men in Connecticut after their work term mates on December 24, were made A committee consisting of William V Dee. Bridgeport, president: Harry Q Beardsley, Waterbury, vice president Robert L. Hirschfield, Meriden, secre tary; Judge Edward L. Smith. Hart ford Samuel Campner New Haven;
 Professei' Charles A. Wheeler, Storrs and Allyn l.. Brown Norwich, wa: named by the committee to draft by laws jo make The organiLat or in Con necticut permanent, by arranging foi meetings annually or ;,t the call of of fcers.
 Brigadier General Benedict M. Hol den, c. M. C., 1T. $. A.. sppke hriefi5 on the needs during the reconstrltc ton period, and asserte1 ''patience must be the common watchword.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-12-18
TWO SUITS BROUGHT TO
 BREAK MARITAL BONDS

Alleging desertion since March ]. 1915, and also statutory offense com : mitted by, his wifeewith one John Doe since Jan. 1, 1915, Charles H. Qpttrell of North Stonington is suing for di- vorce from Florence Miller Gottro6l, formerly of Oaklawn. R. L. now O parts unknown. The papers were filed in the superior court clerks office here on Tuesday, the case being returnable on the first Tuesday of January. The couple were married on Aug. 13, 1912, and have three children whose cus- tody the husband asks for.
 Another divorce sase returnable in January is the suit of Bertha s. Corley of Stonington against Frank Corley of the same place. She alleges intol- erable cruelty since Oct 2, 1917. They were married in July of the preceding vera. The maiden name of the wife was Bertha Dralle. She asks to have her name changed to Bertha Seimer.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-12-18

me that he should be taken so sudden. 1y, but God knows best, and all we
 can do is hope and pray that Jim is
 somewhere where he is happy, and
 that time will heal the wounds that his death has caused. God knows he deserves every happiness there is, T. can't explain, Mrs. Nevins, all that he
 meant to ple. I've never cared for
 anyone else as much as he, and l. don't think I ever will. see him
 everywhere, and it nearly breaks my
 heart to realize that I'll never see him
 alive again. But I want you to know
 that he died a death that any mother
 might well be proud of. Even in your
 sorrow, to know this may be some con-
 selation. I cannot tell you how it hap
 pened yet, but as soon as the censor
 will allow it I will do so.
 Now. Mrs. Neyins, I am going to
 write on a very delicate subject.
 know Jim had no father, that he has
 two smaller brothers, and that he did
 not have much insurance. So l am
 paying installments on a Liberty bond
 that will be delivered to you in Janu-
 ary or February. I know as a stran-
 ger I have no right to do this, but was so close to Jim, and we cared for each other so much, that I do not feel like an outsider. Please don't let the fact that l am doing this hurt your feelings. Hurt you is the last thing on earth want to do. I want to be a friend to you, the kind of friend that Jim was to me, and if I can do any, thing at all for you, please let me ! know, as it will be an honor and pleasure to do anything for Jim's sake. Have you a picture of Jim alone, taken since he entered the navy. that you could please let me have? He had some taken when we first came over, but can't find any trace of any of them. Can't get one, even at the place where he had them taken. want to get good one and have it l enlarged, so if you can let me have one 1 I'll appreciate it very much.
 Hoping to hear from you soon, am, Very sincerely,
 HARRY WHITE.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-12-18
CHRISTMAS DECORATIONS FOR CITY STREETS

Alderman Joseph A George, Coun- cilmen John T. Gleason and Frank G. Rice, comprising the amusement cem- nittee of the common council, con- ferred late on Tuesday afternoon with Secretary H. R. Branche of the cham Der of Commerce oyer the suggestion made by the chamber that Christmas decorations be arranged on some of the city streets.
 It was decided to decorate all the reles along Main street from Preston bridge to Washington square with savin trees and also to have Christ mas tree set up on Union square where musical programme will be given on Christmas eve.
 The committee selected Attorney A. F. Libby to nave charge of the ar engagements for the musical program and Forester Henry E. Davis to look after the decorating. Poth have accepted the appointments. t is ey- peeted that the Liberty chorus will sing and that the school children will be asked to take part in the exercises.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-12-18
GILBERT S. RAYMOND IS
 MAYFL OVER TREASURER

Colonel Charles E. Thompson G Hartford was elected governor of the Society of Maytiower Descendants State of Connecticut, as the annual meeting of the ssciety held Saturday afternoon at the state library in the capitol at Hartford Mrs. Sara Thompson Kinney was re- elected but declined to serve.
 Other officers were elected as fol- lows: Deputy governor, Meigs H. Whaples; secretary. Miss Addie S. Arnold; assistant secretary, Miss Fan nie r. Brown; treaxusar, Gilbert s. Raymond Of Norwich historian, Ed win Allston Hill of Washington, D. e.: elder, Rev. Frederick ". Hartman of Windsor; captain, Percy Coe Eggleston Of New London.
 The following assistants were ap- pointed; Mrs. Sara T. Kinney, Mrs. Edward J. Pearscf;. tsaQ1al P Avery, Mrs. J. William Bailey, Mrs. Clarence E. Rolmer of New Haven, Edwin H. Bingham and Mrs. Albert c. Bates. The membership committee was appointed as follows: Miss Jennie Loomis, Wind sor; Mrs. Herbert Crandall New Lon- don: Mrs Normand r. Allen of Hart ford and Lewis Beers Curtis of Bridge port. B. P. Bishop of Norwich was appointed auditor. Thirty-one new members were admitted to the society.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-12-18
Murphy & McCarry
 207 Main Street
LET THIS CREAM
 CURE YOUR PIMPLES'

For several weeks past Lee & Os-s good Go. has done a big business in selling Hokara the skin healer that has won so many friends in Norwich.
 It has been found to heal not only all minor skin troubles, such as pim- ples, blaekheads, herpes, acne, scaiy scalp, complexion blemishes, itching feet, piles, etc, but also the worst sores, ulcers, or even chronic eczema and salt rheum. There is yet to be found any form of wound or disease affecting the skin or mucous mem brane that Hokara does not help, and. it's action is so quick that those whe try it are simply delighted with it, right from the start.
 In spite of it's unusual curativs powers, the price is triAing. To con- vince every one of it's merits, Lee 6 0sgood Co. will sell a iberal-sized jar for 35e And remember that if you do not think it does what it claims, you can get your money back. You certainly can afford to try it on this plan.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-12-18
DOES NOT TELL PARENTS
 THAT HE IS WOUNDED

MT. and Mrs. Edward Sourbier Of i66 Mt. Pleasant street on Tuesday re- eeived a letter from their son, Fred erick, who was recently reported as wounded in action. In his letter which was written on November 12th, Pri- vate Sourbier writes that he is in good health and that he has been transferred from the infantry to 8 medical unit. In his letter 10 his par ents ke does not mention his wounds but in letters to friends ;;ays that he was gassed and suffered shell shock. In his letter which was written the day after the arm:stice was signed he says that not a shot was fired after Il a. m. on the 11th and that the men think the end has come,
Norwich bulletin., 1918-12-18
WEDDING.
koGIia-Sourbier,

A very pretty wedding took place Tuesday evening at the home of MT. and Mrs. Edward Sourbfer al 166 Mt. Pleasant street when their daughter, Jennie w. Sourbier, was united in marriage with Milton Edward Koglin of Buffalo, N. Y. The home was pret- tily decorated for the occasion. The ceremony took place in the parlor and was performed by Rev. P. ?. Werth, pastor of the German Lutheran church.
 The bride entered the par1or with her father, who gave her in marriage She was atterEpd by her sister, Miss Lydia Sourbier fahe groom was at tended by Carl Krauss as best man Miss Corrine Johnson played Mendel- ssohn's wedding march as the bride entered the parlor.
 The bride was handsomely gowned in white crepe de chine with lace trimmings and wore a veil caught with orange blossoms. Her only or nament was q pearl necklace, g gift from the groom. She car ried a shower bouquet of brides roses Her maid wore blue pussy willow taf- feta and carried pink roses.
 Following the ceremony reception was held at which there were many guests, present from out of town 4 supper of roast turkey was served.
 Following the reception Mir. and Mrs. Koglin left by automobile for New York and from there they vii go to Buffalo to the groom's home The brides travelling gown was 1; tailored brown broadclotn with fur trimmings with hat to match. She wort yiolets The bride received many handsome gifts of cut glass. china ani silverware.
 The bride is native of this city and has been employed as miilinel for the Porteous & Mitchell Co. Tn, groom is ihe son of Ferdinand ans Bertha I<oglin of Buffalo. He is a present in the |. s. navy and is sta toned on the U. s. s. Chicago whicl recently Arought over a number O
Norwich bulletin., 1918-12-18
soIdiar Writes Hema.

MT. and Mrs. Win T. stearns of Huntington place llavo heard from both their son, LiauteY.ant Roy Stearns. and their son-ln-!aw, Cor poTal Wilton 6. Nelson, since the a14a- istica < g signed that endel the fight ing in Trance. Both report themselves well.
 Lieutenant Stearns is III the 1Q2nd Engineers. 27th Divisioa, which it is believed has been with the British army in the fighting around Valen- ciennes. Corporal Nelsoa is in the 3Q4th Machine Gun Ratt:siion, T7th Di- vision, which was in the fighting III the Argonne forest region
Norwich bulletin., 1918-12-18
PERSONALS

Walter Gillis. the relief agent, is acting as agent at the Amst6n station for a few days.
 Walter Briggs of Westerly has re- turned to Norwich, after spending 8 brief time with fis family
 Miss Susan B. Collins, who is teach ing at Uncasville, spent the week end at her home at Tomaauag, R I.
 Mrs. Hattie Reynolds, of Norwich has been the guest of her mother, Mrs. w. E. Strong, of Colchester.
 MT. and Mrs. Francis D. Donohue have returned to the city after having spent several months on their farm in the town of Lisbon,
Norwich bulletin., 1918-12-18
HOT ASHES START FIRE
 AT P2sNlK RESIDENCE

About 3.3O o'clcfk Tuesday aftern N n an alarm from bcSS a12 was rung in tor a fire in the cefar of the home of Alex M. .>Pasnik al 79 Williams street. The fire was cari5ed by hot ashes which went down the chute from the kitchen range into . barrel in the eel lar. Miss Ward, the maid, discovered the fire. and gave the alarm The fire department made quick response ard laid a line of hose and used the chemical bumper. The fire did con- siderable damage as it charred the floor timbers badly and several of the cellar windows were broken out. MT. Pasnik gives due credit tc the de- pertinent for their quick response which undoubtedly saved the house.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-12-18
INCIDENTS IN SOCIETY

Judge and Mrs. Gardiner Greene are in New York this week.
 Lieut. Clarence A. Whitcomb of the Naval Training Station at Bingham, Mass, was a recent guest at the home of MT. and Mrs. Frederick W. Lester.
 Mrs. Frank H. Smith and daughter, Mrs. Helen B. Hooper, have returned to their home in Washington street from a visit to Judge and Mrs. Wall ter c. Moves,
Norwich bulletin., 1918-12-18
BEGINS TRIAL iN SUIT
 FOR DAMAGES OF S4cOo

Trial was begun in the superior court here on Friday morning of the suit of Martha R. Wilcox, trustee, of shewville. against Valentine Reich for S4,Oo0 damages on a claim that he has raised the dam at the Mathewsor Millspond so much that it has dam aged the Wilcox property
 Attorneys Telley D. Babcock and II. 4. Hull are counsel for the plaintiff and A. B. Dayies and A. NJ. Brown for the defendant.
 Witnesses who testified on Tuesday were William k. Pike. John 2. Fan ring, Charles F. Chandler. George W. MatheWson, Jr., William H. Cantwell. Clark c. Palmer, Calvin R. Main and George W. Mathewson, ST.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-12-18
FUNERALs.
Frank E. stockdaIa.

The funeral of Frank E. Stockdale was held Tuesday afternoon from the undertaking parlors Of Cummings & Ring with many in attendance. There was a delegation from the Moose and also delegation from the Polishers union present. The services were con Gucted by Rev. E. A. Legg. pastor of the Trinity Methodist church. The bearers were Charles Byrnes, John Connolly, Charles Kennerson and Wesley Calkins, representing the Pol isbers, and George H. Moles and George Hartman from the Moose. Burial took place in Mapiewood ceme- tery where Rev MT. Legg read q cOmmittal service.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-12-18
ST. ANNE's SOCIETY
 ELECTS ITS OFFICERS

St. Anne's T. A, society elected the following officers at a meeting he'd on Tuesday evening in the T. A. B. building: President, Miss Mae Cough lin: vice president, Miss Helen Xiii kenny; recording secretary. Miss Ka- therine Coughlin: financial secretary, Miss Mae Swanton; treasurer, Miss Mae Foley: editor. Miss Josephine Sullivan. They will be installed at the meeting on Jan. 2.
 The society is just closing an active and successful year under the prest- dency Of Miss Mae Swanton.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-12-18
Dear Friend:-

I expect that by this time you have been notified of the loss of your son. You have nay most heartfelt sympathy, as Jim was my pal, and God never gave anyone a better friend. It was in June. that Jim and I became so inti- mate. It was then that I smashed my right hand, and found out who my best friend was. He did everything possible for me, and I grew to lc/a him more every day. I'll not attempt to tell you how much misery and sorrow his death has caused me, as you, his mother, must feel it ever more than I. It doesn't seem right to
Norwich bulletin., 1918-12-18
Special Evenina of Dancino

The Monday evening class of the Walter r. Murphy school of dancing gave a special dance on Tuesday eve hing in T. A. B. hall with an attend ance of about TO- The membsTs in vited friends and the evening was most enjoyable. Refreshments were served
Norwich bulletin., 1918-12-18
Trusty Brought to Hospital.

Walter Shapiro of Hartford, who has beeen a "trusty'' patient at the Norwich state hospital broke his pa role on Monday and was found in New London by the police of that city. He was returned to the hos pital on Tuesday.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-12-18
Cut Out Butter!

T would" says the saving house. wife. If you could suggest anything besides the oId-type 8eeonfargari1e.y : We can--lse neft Brand Sweet Nut made entirely from the nutritious part of the creamy white meat of ripe co coanuts ehurned with pasteurized milk, a product that is identical with butter in flavor and nutritive properties. but only costs Sse D. An cid lay, passed before Sweet Nut WAS dream ed of, demands that the word Olee- margarine be placed on the package, although it contains no "0leo" or aai- nal fat whate--- When served, no cry butter It Tnalzes a delicious bread spread. light crispy pie crust, haky cakes. You can buy Benefit Brand Sweet Nut Margarine only at the Direct Importing Co.'s yellow front store, 157 Main St.. Norwich, where Benefit Brand Teas, Coffees and Gro cery Specialties are retailed at whole sale prices. Look for our store in your town
Norwich bulletin., 1918-12-18
Post Office Branch Station

Postmaster John P. MtJphy an- nounc,s that the special Christmas sub-.<Ition in the Thayer building is to be open from 1e a. m tc 8 D. fn. from now on until Mon iaS evening. One of the stamp clerks will take charge.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-12-18
Fox Trot Prize Given.

There was a large attendance at the dance in PuIaski hall on Tuesday ev- ening. The dance was given by the Marines, stationed at the Sub Base. The prize fox trot was won by Miss Anna Mccarthy and New London dancer. The Cadellac orchestra fur nished the music for dancing.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-12-18
serat. Major Carpenter Writes Here

Sergt. Major Paul c. Carpenter of this city, 302nd field artillery, 18th division, reports himself well and in good spirits in a letter written on Oct. 24th to Will L. Stearns of this city. His command at that time was somewhere between Verdun and St. Mihiel.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-12-18

JeliS or the funeral Of this Norwich soldier. It is as follows:
 GA. P. 0. T27)
 Somewhere in France, A. D. F.
 Nov. IT, 1918. Dear Mrs G.
 was very glad to receive your letter 9 few days ago.
 1 noticed the printing in the upper left hand corner of the envelope and wonder if your husband or any mem Der of the family is connected with the A. F. and A. M. of Norwich, and if so. does he or you happen to know of Walter J. Woodmansee of Norwich, who was in Co. D, BOP M. G. B'n? I was in that company when I came over and he was my bunl<ie until I was transferred, which means that we slept together under our shelter tents. As you probably know, if you knew him, he died here in about two months after arrival from pneumonia follow ing the flu" I was quite friendly with him and being being brother Ma sons liked him very much and was very much grieved over his death. He was buried near the hospital with full Masonic honors.
 note you are making so many things for the Red Cross, but can't comprehend the pajamas or bath robes, IS I've never seen any soldiers over here wearing such luxuries, but on | second thought they might be for l those in hospitals, where I haven't 1 been lucky enough to be taken. 1 l hope you as well as everyone else were glad to read that hostilities have l stopped here and it looks as though we would have peace in a month or SO However, we are working just as hard | ass though the war was going on, SC we will be ready in case Germany l doesn't carry out her part of the j,agreement. I don't imagine we vii be allowed to loaf any until peace ie ] settled. As you will note by my ad- dress, I am machine gunner. I have specialized on the Fickers. have beer to school on it and have also instruct ed on it, and am supposed to be ar expert. It can shoot between five an( six hundred cartridges 9 minute ant has been very denoralizing to tht enemy, and on the other hand it is dangerous occupation, as ell machine i gun iu1placements are sought for b! the enemy. and when once found one' life is not worth much, but a draftet man has no choice, he must serve il whatever branch he is put have escaped solar and. expect t be back home safe and sound in tn spring.
 Hoping to hear from you again an, with my best wishes to you all, II close.
 TEoN. c
Norwich bulletin., 1918-12-18
Raymond E. Keables.

The death of Raymond E. Keables of Bridgeport occurred on Tuesday, following a short illness ift the home of his mother, Mrs. George k. Ravens of 5S Oak street He was 23 years old and was born in Mentville. Mir. Keables came from Bridgeport to visit his mother and was taken i'll with pneumonia. He leaves his mother and other relatives.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-12-18
SOLDIERS AND SAILORS
Sailor Nexins, Pal Writes.

Salior NeVins' Pal WFites. Mrs. Elizabeth Nevins of 10 Sixth street. whose son JaR,ss was q sailor on the U. S. s. seneca and was lost at sea on Sept. g, when they were trying to salvage q vesse! that had been torpedoed, has received the fol- lowing letter from her sons pal:
 U. s. s. Seneca.
 0c+ 1a1S
Norwich bulletin., 1918-12-18
GAS,
 UPSET STOMACH
HURRY! JUST EAT ONE TABLET OF PAPE'S DIAPEPslN FOR
 INSTANT RELIEF

No waitingi When meals don't fit and you belch gas, acids and undi- gested food When you feel indiges- tion pain, Jumps of distress in stom- ach, heartburn or headache. Here is instant relief
Norwich bulletin., 1918-12-18
cipar Makers, Calendars.

The calendars which arc annually dis tributed by the Cigarmakers' Union gre being distributed abou. the city in the various business places. The ci- garmakers distributed the calendars in New London on Monday and Tues
Norwich bulletin., 1918-12-18
Lieut.. Williams Wounded Severely

The name of Lieut.. Erastus Will Hams of Yantic, son of Winslow IT.. Williams, now of New York, was given in the casualty list on Tuesday as wounded severely.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-12-18
ATTENTION AUTO OWNERS

On and after December End, 1918, the Martin Rozyeki Garage is under new management as. a repair station on all makes of ears. Me also repair steam motive power. such as blowers hoistihs engines, ice machines, pumps and tvrbines.. e. .,s 't ttt.
 Give us your bearing and heavy truck repairs.
 First -eIsss- work guaranteed.
 rN Phone 725
 Rear Norwich Belt Mtg. Go. -.
 . .t.... MARTIN RozVcKl.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-12-18
HARRY WRITE

Organists and choir directors are re- minded to send the programs of their Christmas Sunday music to The Pflle- tin in good season for announcement Saturday morning.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-12-18

Just as soon as you eat tablet of Pape's Diapepsin all the dyspepsia, indigestion and stomach distress ends. These pleasant. harmless tablets of Pape's Diapepsin always make sick, upset stemachs feel fine at once and they cost go little. at drug stores.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-12-18

troops and is now at anchor in New York.
 Mrs. Koglin will reside with her parents until her husband gets his discharge from the navy and then they will make their home in Buff
Norwich bulletin., 1918-12-18
Norwich Man Killed in Acti,

The name of Wladislaw Szbalinski of PAS Yantic street is given in the cas- ual list this Wednesday, morning as killed in action.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-12-18

Corporal George H. Davis Home.
 Corporal George H. Davis of No. 4 Carter avenue is home on a short furlough. Corporal Davis left here about five months ago and has been in the cavalry stationed at Newport News. Va.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-12-18
We advertise exncfts
 as it is
7 WHERE CAN | GET THE MOST FOR MY
 MONEY?

That's the right thought (. have behind your clothes buy, ing. But remember that
 ''most for your money
 means getting the most ousz of goods for every dollar spent. For instance, these $50 to; $35 Suits and Overcoats of. ours mean more wear, style and satisfaction per dollar in vested than you can get in
 any other clothes at any
 price. We guarantee it. X
Norwich bulletin., 1918-12-18
GAVE MASONIC FUNERAL
 TO CORPORAL WOODMANSEE

A recent letter received here from a Massachusetts hoy friend of Corporal Walter J. Woodmansee of this city, who died in France on Oct. 8, 1918 tells of the funeral of this Norwich soldier. It is as follows:
 GA. F. o. T27)
 Somewhere in France, A. D. F.
 Nnu IT. 1q12