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Norwich bulletin., 1918-11-05
HUMOR OF THE DAY

Professor-Thc first man was found in India
 Freshman--who found him?-st. Louis Star. eo~.
 Oscar-l don't think bookkeeping is a very healthy job.
 Titus--Oh,s they get euongh exercise running up the columns. ns.-Burr
 Tommy tat Red Cross concert)- Whats that man got his eyes shut for while he's singing?
 Friend-Because he can't bear to see us suffer.-London Opinion.
 All the world loves a lover"
 Yah Her mother hates me, her father says I'm dub, and the florist won't trust me for any more flowers" Louisville Courier Journal
 Willie knew immediately what his mother meant and assuming an in jured air, replied:
 \"Aw, l wasn't going half as fast as could.-Harper's Magazine
 Percy-Say, Major. old man. I want to come round and see you about marrying one of your girls. Major-Which one do you want cock or parloI maid ?-London Opinion.
 My wife is trying to teach me to knit
 So is mine. but I have rebelled There's about as much to be gained by trying to teach the average man to fknit as by trying to teach the average woman to sharpen lead pencils."- i Washington Star
 "Is GrisIiy unhappily married? ?"
 I'm afraid so.'' But when he married his wife he called her his jewell '
 50 he did. but he discovered later he couldn't afford the kind of setting she demanded" - Birmingham Age Herald.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-11-05
COLUMBIA

The Grangc is to hold it's annual election at the next regular meeting. After the election harvest supper will be served.
 George H. Champlin. who has lived for many years in the Pine Street sec ton of the town, is moving to the old Loomis place on the Green, TOW own ed by N. ". Porter. MT. Champlin who has held many positions of honor and trust in town, and has been rep resentative to the legislature, will be engaged in business in Hartford dur ing the coming winter.
 Mrs. Rayr1cnd Collins, residing in Whitneyville, Conn, sister in-law of Hubert P Collins, died las- week from influenza.
 Loren Niekon, who Yves in an apartment, in one of H. W. Porters houses, recently shot a coon which has fine skin. He sold the pelt tc Raymond T. Clarke, who will have ii made into neck piece for his wife
 The potato crop in this locality has not been satisfactory in some cases Some farmers state that the yield is very small while others say that it has been @ery prolific. hut that a large percentage was rotten One farmer statel that he left on the field 50 per cent. of his crop which had routed.
 A cabIegran has been received from Sergeant Henry Brown, stating that he had been given the opportunity of attending an officers training school in France, an1 is now studying for the rank of lieutenant
 Mir. and Mrs. H. W. Porter went to Middletown Sunday to visit their son Randall, whc has had ar attack of influenza. He has been confined to his room for nine days. tut is con- valescent.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-11-05
FULL. ASSOCIATED
 PRESS DISPATCHES
POETRY
MAN AND LATHE.
By Edgar A. Guest

by I.GS ar, A. zle l. 2S-B. ! m standing at my la the Ali day, s-s1 AEi th.s is what ' hear 1t say:
 Thc he st. of yolr the best of me, Are needed now across the sea. We do not hedr the ca11fTn roar, f No aeroplahe come sailing OCT , Our heads: and yet from day to day We two are soldiers iii the fray "Oh. hand that guides me n ow. be true, \ mlghtX task is mine to do. IFS time to shape and cltstile steel, With every turning of my wheel. I'm building for t1at-better day When Tyranny shall pass away. Speed up!- Speed up. This thing
 make May save thousand lives at stake.- whisper to my lathe: Be strong, We toll today to right a wrong Some of us march to fife and drum, My music is your busy hum, And this the hymn you sing to me. Always: My Country. Iris of Thee This very day, this very hour, We'll serve the Flag with all ouT
 power.
 .Oh- lathe of mine across the sea They ned the work of you and me, They will he fine if we be true They'll hold the line. if we but do This task that now to us is set Lets keen the faith and taforget! Sneed mn Speed up! Across the sea Our Soldiers wait on YOU and me" Copyright, 1918. by. Edgar X. Guest)
Norwich bulletin., 1918-11-05
SOUTH COVENTRY

A patriotic service was held in the Congregational church Sunday morn ing at Il d. m. instead of the regu- lar service.
 A public meeting in the interest of education was held Monday evening at o'clock, the children taking part in different exercises. Addresses were given by J. Lawrence Meader, of Hartford on Consolidated Schools, and by L. T. Garrison of Wi1limantic on Standard School Buildings.
 A party cf ten teachers connected with the schools of Wiilinantic un- der state supervision hiked to this place Saturday morning. They re- mained with a friend here until Sum- day and then walked back to the city.
 Rev. H. c. 6eebe has become as- sistant secretary at the Y. M. c. A. in Willimantic and will spend part of his time there in addition to his regular parish work.
 Albert CoUr has been engaged as janitor at the Congregational church, which place he formerly held for many years.
 The annusI dinner of the Hale Li- oration association was held at Ho- tel Hooker in WiIlimantic. Rev. H. c. Beebe was host.
 Miss Agnes Flaherty vert Monday to Hartford, to train for 9 nurse.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-11-05
BALTIC

Miss Gertrude Moran of willimantic visited Miss Annie Cronin of Depot Hill Sunday.
 Robert Hines of New London is vis- iting relatives on Railroad street.
 Wilfred LaCroix of Fort Slocum spent Sunday with local relatives
 Wilfred Cardin of Camp Devens, Clarence Stevens of Camp Upton and Adj Houle of the state pier, New London, were in town Sunday.
 Pierre Fournier of Camp Devens is visiting his parents on High street.
 Gerhard Almquist. Noe Caron, Jr- and Jeremiah Delaney were in New London Monday for physical examina- tion by local board No. II.
 Harry Massey of Depot Hin has re- turned after visit with relatives in Montreal.
 Harry Hannon has entered the em- pl0y of the Ponemah mills as electri- clan
Norwich bulletin., 1918-11-05
STONINCTON

Plans are completed for a United War Work drive in Stonington, No vember 11-19, and Stonington, with Pawcatuck taken by the Westerly dis trikt, is to raise SS,50O. The commit tee in charge is composed of Benja- min s. Cutler, chairman, Rev. James E. O'Brien, secretary; Elias B. Hinck- ley, treasurer: Dr.. James H. Weeks, Charles B. McCourt, Jerome s. An derson, Jr., Frank F. Dodge, Frank J. Fulton, Carl A. Koelb, William R. Dwight c. Stone and Eli Gledhill.
 Stoninston Pointers.
 Forty three soldiers ballots have been received by Town Clerk Hinck- ley. Of these 13 are for the borough, r for Pawcatuck for Road dis trict il for Mystic and l for Old Mystic.
 The polls will open. at a. m. and close at D. m.
 There is an organized effort to de- feat Nominee Boulter for represen- tative through a deal with his demo- cratic opponent. The ore is a resi- dent of Pawcatuck and the other of Mystic, and both of the town of Ston- ington.
 The licensed saloons of Stonington went out of business at II o'clock last night, upon the expiration of li- cense.
 The stars and stripes now 1utters from the forenast of the ship in the course of construction at the Ston- ington shipyard.
 Sidney A. Brown, tho republican nominee for reelection as sheriff for New London county, was born and spent his early days in Mystic. He is likely to get a big democratic compli- mentary vote.
 The burned steamer Chelsea is still at the Stonington shipyard. Her own CTS intend to turn the Chelsea into an ocean going tug.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-11-05
AT A COURT OF PROBATE HELD

AT A COURT OF PROBATE HELD at Norwich, within and for the District of Norwich. on the 4th day of Novem- Der. A. D. 1918
 Present-NELSON J. AYLING. Judge.
 Estate of Charles P. Bushnell, late of Norwich, in said District, deceased.
 Eliza B. Dolbeare of Norwich Conn, appeared in Court and filed a petition praying. for the reasons therein set forth that an instrument purporting to be the last will and testament of said deceased be admitted to probate.
 Whereupon It Is Ordered. That said petition be heard and determined at the Probate Court Room in the City of Norwich. in said District, on the Sth day of November. A. D. 1918. at 10 o'clock in the forenoon, and that notice of the pendency of said petition. and of said hearing thereon, be given by the pub. iication of this order one time in some newspaper having a circulation in said District, at least three days prior to the date of said hearing. and that re- turn be made to this Court
 NELSON J. AYLING. Judge
 The above and foregoing is a true copy Of record.
 Attest: HELEN M. DRESCHER,
 rov5d Clerk.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-11-05

AT A COURT OF PROBATE HELD at Ledyard. within and for the District of Ledyard, on the 2d day of Novem- Der, A. D. 1918.
 Present - SAMUEL E. HOLDRIDGE, Judge
 Estate of Charles Satterlee late of the Town of Ledyard in said District deceased.
 Charles A. satterlee of Gales Ferry. Conn. petitioned said Court and moved that administration be granted upon the estate of said deceased alleged to be intestate
 Therefore, Ordered, That said appli- cation be heard and determined at the Probate Office in Ledyard. in said Dis trict, on fine 11th day of November, 1918, at 10 o'clock in the forenoon. and that said Charles A. Satter3ee give public notice to all persons interested in said estate by advertising once in The Norwich Bulletin, a newspaper having a circulation in said District to appear. if they see cause at said time and place, and be heard relative thereto. and return make to this Court of the notice given
 The above and foregoing is a true copy of record.
 Attest:
 SAMtTEL E. HOLDRIDGE.
 nnv5d 1ndge
Norwich bulletin., 1918-11-05
SOUTH CRIsWOLD

John Bentley has returned to his home in Providence after spending a week with Mrs. Harriet E. Palmer.
 MT. and Mrs. Henry Sayles of Mys- tic were recent guests at Sterry H. Hinnie's and Albert c. Greene's.
 Mrs. Stanley Winthrop and Miss Thclma Turnquist have returned ts their respective homes in Bayonne, x. Y. and Brooklyn, x. r., after a visit with Mir. and Mrs Peter J. Gus tatEon.
 The Halloween party at s. H. Kin nie's was enjoyed by all who attend
 Mir. and Mrs. Berry, ". Young of Nillimantic spent the weekend with their parents.
 William Wesemann is moving his family to Glasgo. A
 Moves A. Ecclestone, of North Ston- ington, was calling on friends and rei- atives in town recently.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-11-05
What Is Going On Tonight

Motion Pictures at Davis Theatre.
 Motion Pictures at Breed Theatre.
 Vaudeville and Motion Pictures at Auditorium Theatre.
 shetucket Lodge. No. 25. L o. o. F., meets in Odd Fellows Hall.
 Norwich Nest. No. 1896, O. O. O., meets in Owls Hall.
 Wauregan Lodge, No. 6. K. of P, meets in Pythfan Hall.
 Slater Lodge. No. 50e. \. E. o. P. meets in Bill Block
 Ionic Camp. No. 1894. M. W. A, meets In Eagles Hall.
 Norwich Central Labor Union meets in aCrpenterS' HaIl.
 St James Lodge. No. 23. F. and A M. meets in Masonic Temple.
 Thames Lodge, No. S76. \. F.. O. P, meets in ForesterS' Hall.
 Rose of New England Lodge. No eSs4. c. '. O. of O. F., meets at so West Main Street.
 Clara Barton Tent, No. :, D. of V, meets in Buckingham Memorial
 St Mary's T. A. and B. Society meets in T. A. B. Building.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-11-05
THE KALEIDOSCOPE

An organization of negroes in Flor ida has set out to saIi ten million thrift stamps to colored people,
 Wounded marines who return from France are now saluted by their com rades whether entitled 70 this honor by regulations or not.
 Canadians are discussing the ques- tion of having aliens now in intern ment camps in Canada employed on the highways of Canada.
 Recent estimates put athe amount of British and American capital in vested in Mexican oil aI S%00 h00, 900, of which 2N00ON,o00 is American.
 Six thousand five hundred and thir- teen women are holding e different classes of jobs on the Teausvlyania Railroad lines east of Pittsburgh
 Cox college. in Atlant9 one of the oldest colleges in the world charter ed exclusively for women. recently celebrated its seventp1fitli annivers- ary. -~Ft.
 The commercial apple crop this year is 24. 49a GOO barrels. the Depart ment of Agriculture has estimated. Last years crop was 22,519,000 bar res
 tenth of all tho sheep owned in Maine arc on the far,n of William B. Kendall. at Bowdoinharl. and on another big farm at West Kenne- bunk
 A gasoline intended for use by tho French army is being tinted he'd in accord with sn order des;gaed to pre- verN the fuel getting into civilian hands by il.rgal means.
 The distance from Eastpot to Kit tery. Me, is 22G miles, but the State of Maine has really about 2.500 miles of sea coast on account of the many inGentations The coast line of Flori- day, exclusive of the islands, is 1,145 miles.
 The annual report of the supertn- tendent of the cleansing department of Glasgow, Scotland, as recently published in the press, shows that for the year ending May Fl, 1918, the disbursements amounted to S1,1S4,- 800 and the revenue to. S317, 7,250, mak- ing the net, cost of the department $867, ,250.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-11-05

Willimantic hospital for treatment.
 Mrs. Leon Rathbone was taken se- riously i'll Thursday evening and was taken to Middletowh hospital Satur- day for treatment .
 Rev. J. S. Porter preached very interesting sermon in the Congrega- tional church, Sunday morning, and administered communion.
 The annual church meeting of the Congregational church will be held in the chapel. Dinner will be served by the ladles of the church in the par lors, preceding the meeting.
 Among local people in Wi1fimantic Saturday were Mrs. F. A. Burnham Mrs. Elizabeth Cummings, Mrs. F. M Bisseil Miss Marjorie Hopgh and W B. Chamberlain.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-11-05
ANNOUNCEMENT CITIZENSHIP LECTURE
 COURSE TO BE GIVEN

A course iD citizenship by Mrs. Nancy NJ. Schoonmaker is to be given under the auspices of the Norwich College club for the benefit of the scholarship fund at Slater Hall Annex. There are to be six lectures in the course. beginning Monday, Nov. IS, at D. m.. and each following Mon day. First is Town and County Gov ernment: second, Burrugh and City Government: third, State and Ma tionai Government; fourth, Political Parties and Elections: fifth. Your Edu- cational System; sixth, New Problems That Await Us. Mrs. Schoonmaker Is well versed in these subjects and these lectures are especially appropri- ate at this time.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-11-05
No Such Animal, With Bob ott.

lt is a funny girl play. In construc- tion it adberes to all the strict gram matical rules of farce. employs doors and mistaken identity, in the conven- tioual plural, is singular in spots and puzzles one agreeably. And it is de- cidedly amusing. Many bright and tuneful members. help to gem this de- iightful production. And-Bob boasts of the youngest and best singing and dancing chorus in the world.
 Earle Williams does some of the best work he has presented on the screen in many months. The Girl in His House will hold the attention and provides a good mixture of thrills. mystery and tense situations. At the auditorium again today. The produc- ton has been well mounted through out. Many beautiful interior sets are shown. while the outdoor locations are all that could he desired. The direct ing has been very capably done.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-11-05
HEBRON

The following letters have been re- ceived by Mrs. F. A. Burnham from her son, Earl Tucker, who is over seas:
 Aircraft Acceptance Park, No. 2,
 American E. F.,
 September 2e Dear Mother: Am writing a bunch of letters today for the simple reason that 1t is raining and there is not any thing else to do.
 This is tho first rain in four or five days which is quite a record for this country.
 do not know how long it will be before begin to receive mail from the United States. Some of the fellows have just received letters written a month ago SO that I hope to hear in a week or two. Am sending a picture of an old Cathedral I visited a week ago, one of many interesting places around here.
 r. takes quite a while to learn the value of English money, but now can use it as well as c1e C. :. money. The prices over here seem to be about the same as at home. You must not forget pies and cakes, for after the war is over it will take me some time Of steady e9ting to make up for the time have lost on those things! lt seems to agree with me, however, as my coat is growing tighter every day.
 It is getting late so will close.
 Love,
 EARL. American Troops,
 BrOolslands.
 Weybridge, England
 October 4. Dear Mother: As you can see by the address have been moved again and from the way things look I should judge we will be here for some time. Our quarters are better than in the last camp and we get better eats so the change Is for the best. Started -vorking yesterday and expect to be busy from now on, Sundays included. We are not far from - and I expect 10 go there before we leave. It is getting pretty chilly nights, but we have six blankets apiece so that does not bother us.
 We have Y. M. C. A. man with ms who Is certainly a worker. He has fitted up a large room with tables, cilsirs books. etc. and if makes a fine piace for our spare time We would be lost only for the '. NJ. c. A I suppose you are working more or Lss for tho Red Cross They are doing fine work. too. This is a short letter but you won't mind if they come often.
 EARL. Mrs. Elre- Lord is suffering from an infecuye finger and has gone to
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s1oo REWARD x1oo

pleased to learn that there is at least one dreaded disease that science has been able to cure in all it's stages and influenced by constitutional conditions, requireaa constitutional treatment. Halls Catarrh Medicine is taken inter nafly and acts through the blood on thereby destroying the founda tion of the disease. giving the patient strength by building up the constitution and as- sisting nature in doing it's work. The proprietorS have so much faith in the curative powers of Halls Cat2rrh Medicine ttat they offer One Hundred Dollars for any ease that it fails to cure Send fo! lis. of testimonials.
 Address r. l. CHENEY X co, Toledo. Ohio. Sold by all druggists. I5c
Norwich bulletin., 1918-11-05
Breed Theatre.

Today the Breed will present Se- lects captivating comedienne. Con- stance Talmadge in her latest pie irre. A Pair of Silk Stockings. as the feature attraction. This is a pie
 turization of the famous stage play of she same name by Cyril Harcourt and is a whimsical story brimful of fun. .Tne story relates the adventures of q number of people at a country house and the complications are amusing as well as dramatic. Constance Tal- nadge's skill as a comedienne is well displayed in the part of pretty Mol -he Thornhill, who mysteriously loses @ pair of silk stockings that play such an important part in the drama. Car
 mel Myers will also be seen in the 6ve-part Bluebird production, q So- ciety Sensation, which is d very un- usual story full of heart interest and good exciting scenes. Our Fighting Ally. The Tank. very interesting pie ture that shows the workings of a Tank, completes the bill for today.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-11-05
NOTICE

A Special Inspection of the Eighth Separate Company of the Connecticut evening, Nov. 6. 1918, at 7.3O. Rifles and all state property must be on hand.
 CSigned)
 nov5d 2D LIEUT.. W. W. LYMAN.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-11-05
FARM RARcAINS

200 acres. good buildings, only s2,- 400, and wood enough to pay for farm S5 acre, 35 COW farm. smooth land, good buildings. $4,090; -46 acres, state road, tion, only $2,260 We can make easy terms on these three farms. and they are genuine bargains.
 For further information, write
 TRYON'S AGENCY,
 715 Main St.. WiIlimantic. Conn.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-11-05
4 RAW, SORE THROAT
Eases Quickly When You Apply
 a Little Musterole. 1

And Musteroie won't blister ike the old-fashioned mustard plaster. Just spread it on with your fingers, It pene. trates to the sore spot with gentle jingle, loosens the congestion and draws out the soreness and pain.
 Musterole is a clean, white ointment made with oil of mustard. It is fine fof quick relief from sore throat, bronchitis, Eonsilitis, croup, stiff neck, asthma. neu. ralgia, headache, congestion, pletnisy, rheumatism, lumbago, pains and aches of the back or joints, sprains, sore muscles, bruises, chiIblains, frosted feet colds on the chest (it often prevents pneumonia. Nothing like Musterole for croupy chil' Hren. Keep it handy for instant use.
 BOG and 60c jars: hospital size $2.50
Norwich bulletin., 1918-11-05
MOHECAN

Mrs. Dolbeare and Mrs. Avery were in Uncasville Friday
 Mrs. Quidgeon was in Norwich the first of the week.
 Lemuel M. Fielding of Norwich spent Sunday with local relatives.
 MT. and Mrs. Albert Fielding of New London was in this place Sunday.
 George Dunn of New London called on friends here Sunday.
 Dennison Davis and son Raymond of Mystic spent Saturday with MT. HunterI
Norwich bulletin., 1918-11-05
PRESTON BRIDGE Livery, Sale and Boarding Stable. Taxi Service and
 Garage Connected.

Horses to let for all kinds of busi. ness, with or without rigs. by the day or week. Special attention to boarders and transients; 20 to 30 horses always on hand, for sale. weighing 1050 to 1900 each; several extra nice pairs, 24oO to 5200 per pair. all good workers, and some extra nice drivers; every horse will be sold with a written guarante to be just as represented at time of sale, or money refunded in full. Trial allowed. If in need of anything in our line give us a trial and we will give you full value for your money.
 STABLE 371. S7S. s75 MAIN ST.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-11-05
LEGAL NOTICE.
NOTICE
ELECTORS MEETING

The Electors of the Town of Nor wich, legal voters in Electors Meet ing, are hereby warned to meet in the several Voting Districts of the Town of Norwich. as by law provided at the following places in said Voting Dis tricts:
 FIRST DISTRICT-At the Town Hall in the City of Norwich.
 SECOND DISTR1CT-At the Engine House, 1S1 West Main Street.
 THIRD DISTRICT-At Union Hall, 463 North Main Street, in Greeneville.
 FOURTH DISTRICT-At the Old Brick Schoolhouse. west of the Green Norwich Town.
 FIFTH DISTRICT - At Ponemah Large Hall, Taftville
 SIXTH DISTRICT-At Billings Hall Hamilton Avenue East Side. on the Tuesday following the first Monday in November, in the year, 1918 to wit:
 on TUESDAY, the 5th day of Novem-
 Der, \. D. 1918,
 at o'clock in the forenoon, to give in their ballots for a Repre- sentative to represent the Second Con- gressional District of the State of Con United States.
 Also, to give in their ballots for the persons they will elect for Governor, Lieutenant Governor. Secretary, Treas urer, Attorney General and Comptroller of said State of Connecticut. to hold said offices from the Wednesday fol- lowing the first Monday of January, A. D. 1919, and until their successors
 Also, to give in their ballots for a person to represent the Nineteenth Sen atorial District of the State of Con- necticut in the General Assembly of Connecticut, to hold said office from the Wednesday following the first til his successor is duly qualified
 Also, to give in their ballots for two persons to represent said Town in the General Assembly of Connecticut. to following the first Monday of January, A. D. 1919. until their successors are duly qualified
 Also, to give in their ballots for 3 Norwich for two years from and after the Wednesday following the first Monday of January, A. D. 1919
 Also. to give in their ballots for a Sheriff for New London County as
 Also, to give in their ballots for thirty three (33) Justices of the Peace. to hold office for two years from the first Monday of January. A. D. 1919,
 THE POLLS WILL BE OPENED IN ALL THE DISTRICTS AT SIX t6) O'CLOCK IN THE FORENOON. AND REMAIN OPEN UNTIL FIVE (5) IN THE AFTERNOON.
 Dated at Norwich, this 3Oth day of October, A. D. 1918. CHARLES s. HOBBROOK, Town Clerk of the Town of Norwich. oct51d
Norwich bulletin., 1918-11-05
LOST AND FOUND

LOST-Monday, on 1.45 trolley from Greeneville. lady's purse with sum of money. Finder leave at Bulletin Office or Phone 1103-12. nov5d