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Norwich bulletin., 1918-02-09
WILL SEND DELEGATE
 TO U. S. CHAMBER.
Loesi Civic Body to Be Represented
 at Chicago Gathering.

The regular meeting of the beard of directors of the Norwich Chamber of. Commerce was held Friday evening i,n the Chamber of Commerce rooms. President F. w. Cary presided and, the routine business was transacted.
 The following six were adnli' fed as members of the chamber: Rob Art Mc- Burney, F. L. Hutehins, K, LeRue
 Rliven, Dr. J J. w. Callahan. ". E.
 Whittle and Dr. F. s. Wlebx. | It was voted that this wear in place of the annual banquet a Hoover sup
 per should be served The supper will take place cn tl,A 18th of this mouth, at which tireA there will be prominent speakers. fhe speakers will be announced later
 i It was also voteA to send delegates | to the meeting 6f the United States Chamber of Commerce in Chicago. These delegates will be appointed by the president
 The direct brs voted in favor of Ref ! erendun Ny. 2S, which is a proposal to discriminate against Germany in trade l after the9 war if necessary for self defense.
 l Othe< matters were discussed and
 referred to the various committees of the chamber.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-02-09
LODGE OSCAR WHIST.
Successful Affair Hsld Friday Exenina
 ist Foresfsrst Hall

A successful whist was helsa at the
 Foresters' hall Friday evening, by Lodge Oscar, s. of V. Twenty tables
 Weer played and the prizes were awarded as follows. Ladtess-Fi First,
 Mrs. Hannah Nelson. a, serving. tray; second, Miss Florence Vzlleus a har,d- bag; consolation. Miss Anna Adder
 son. toilet set. Gentfemen's- First, James MeKslyey. kid gloves. second. carl Berkofs fountain peT,s third, John Johnson, shaving set.
 the whist by the following committee:
 MT. and Mrs. Cad Johnson. Mf. and Mrs. F. G. Bjorn. c. A. Johnson and
 Miss A. Johnson.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-02-09
xENs HOLD A
xENs HOLD A VALENTINE. PARTY
 Delightful Social Eeenina. Followed Brief Business Session.

A valentine party was the order of
 the Xens meeting Friday evening. A short business meeting was held with
 the president, Mrs. Wiley In the chair After adlourpemnt pleasing enter tainment was cafrE,d out. There was
 Q on heart cart tsrgef % fortanes oa, se1r5d toId up E, hearts, assisted q in palm reading by Mrs. John O.. Psclsfarn.
 4 reading. The Origin of St. Valen tine, was Fead by Mrs William Gil. christ, Mrs. John Parsons read a St Valentine story. Each n1eEaber received by number z
 handmadAf valentine
 E The cpvamittee of the successful eve
 ming We're Mrs. Herbert Wiley, Mrs
 AhnnlA Amburn and Mrs. William Gil
 ehrisx
Norwich bulletin., 1918-02-09
PHYSICAL EXAMINATIONS MKT WEEK
New Regulations Received Friday by Physicians of Local
 Exemption Board-Nisny Men Previously Rejected Will Now Be Accepted for Limited Service.

The examining physicians oE the local exemption board on Friday re-
 ceived from Washington the new draft regulations, and it is expected that the physical examinations under these
 TOW regulations will start next week, probably on Tuesday. The new rag sulations are much broader than the regulations under which registrants were accepted for the first draft. Many gegistrants who were previously re- jected because. of physical unfitness
 barring them from service in the
 trenches will now be accepted for
 what is to be known as limited ser vice. It is understood that a regis trant who is accepted for limited ser vice may be. allowed to pursue his
Norwich bulletin., 1918-02-09

trade, he will be, given work less strenuous than trench warfare.
 Last Saturday the local board be- gan the physical examinations for the second draft Thirty men who had been called in were examined, but on instructions received from Hartford during the day the results of the ex- aminations were not made public. Monday thirty more men who had been called appeared for examination
 but during the forenoon Judge John M. Thayer, chairman of the board Eannounced that all physical examint. tions had been called off and that the registrants4 were not to appear unti
 they received notice to do so. Th1s was because of the new regulations which it was announced were to bs mailed immediately from Washington
Norwich bulletin., 1918-02-09
PERSONALS

2 {.
 Miss Mary Stanley has,rsturned from a visit in Hartford.
 Miss Edith Deneke of Mystic has been entertaining Miss Ruth Davis of Norwich.
 Edward Smith of Mcntville vas a recent guest at John Seymour's in Lower Pawcatuck.
 Roscoe K. Burrows of Mystic Is to become manager of an automobile supply station in Norwich. Mrs. Calvin L. Rawson of North Woodstock, formerly of Norwich, has been i'll, but is much improved. Mrs. Edward Man of North Ston- 1 ington went to Brooklyn. N. Y., We'd nesday for a. stay of a few days.
 Mrs. James H. Sistare of Lord's I Point visited at the. home of her par ents in Norwich early in the week. 1 Judge of Probate James F. Twemey and his wife and daughter, Mrs. A l B. Cunningham of Willimantie, were
 in Norwich Thursday.
 John Faulkner has resigned his DO
 sition as assistant chief engineer a
 the power plant of the Shore Lin
 Electric Co, to accept position witt the Connecticut Light and Power Co of Waterbury. >
Norwich bulletin., 1918-02-09
ln the. City Court

At the session of the city court on Friday Thomas Burns charged with obtaining money under false pretens1 es, was fined $10 and costs and being unable to pay went to jail.
 A man who was arrested for in- tc Iication was fined $2 and costs. He paid. Edward T. Burke was on the bench in the absence of Judge J. H. Barnes and Deputy Judge H. H. Pettis.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-02-09
W. H. cARuTHERs IS
 COMMISSIONED CAPTAIN
Norwich Boy Now With Signal Re-
 serve Corps, Aviation Section.

Mrs. William Caruthers has received word of the promotion of her son, Lieut.. William H. Caruthers, to the rank of captain in the Signal Reserve Corps, Aviation Section, commission dating from Feb. 4.
 Captain Caruthers enlisted in the Engineering Corps last May. and has since then supervised the construc- ton of the army aviation camps al Champaign, Belleville and Rantoul, all in the state of Illinois. At present he is located in barracks near Indianapo lis, experimenting the work of an- other large aviation field in that sec ton of the country.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-02-09
Rheumatism Home Cure Giyel by One Wto Had If

In the spring of 1888 I nsas att
 tackled by Muscular and Inhamma-
 tory Rheumatism. suffered as only
 those who have it know. for oyer
 three years I tried remedy after
 remedy, and doctor after doctor, but such relief as received was only temporary. Finally, found rem-
 edy that cured me completely, and
 it has never returned. I have given it to a number who were terribly afflicted and even bedridden with Rheumatism. and it effected a cure in every case. want every sufferer from any form of rheumatic trouble to try this marvellous healing power. Don't send a cent; simply mail your name and address and l will send 1t free to try. After you have used it and l 1t has proven itseR to be that long- tOoked-for means of curing your Rheumatism, you may send the price ef it. ono dollar. but, understand, I do not want your money unless you are perfectly satisfied to send il. .Isn't ] that fair? Why suffer any longer when positive relief is thus offered ! you freeg Don't delay. Write today. sMark H. Jackson No. BID, Gurney BldE.s Syracuse, N. Y.
 MI. Jackson is responsible. Above statement true--Pub.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-02-09
THIRTY SEX BELOW
 AT CAME pENENS
Fred D. Wood Says Trench Warfare Has Nothing on Tempsrsfare at
 Aver.

Tn a letter received Friday by Albert NJ. HerrielS, a firemen at the Central Fire Station, from Fred D. Wood who some months ago enlisted in the en- gineer corps, MT. Wood says trench warfare has nothing on the tempera-
 ture at Camp Devens where he is To-
 cated. The temperature at the
 camp on February 4th was the ccld- est the camp has seen. Early in the day it was 36 degrees below zero ai l division headquarters and a piercing wind was sweeping across the can ! torment. making outdoor military work almost impossible. MT. Wood was formerly a call man at the Centra' l Station.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-02-09
YANTH GUILD
YANTfc GUILD Presents Anothsr Handsome Afghan to Norwich Red Cross.

The Woman's Guild of Grace church, Yantic, has recently completed, their second knitted Mofsted afghan, and presented it to the cd Cross. The afghan is a most elaborate one made in long strips, with the co1ors blended very artistieally Every ball of worst ed was contributed by. the various guild members. Tl1e president Mrs. dies are busy making a third afghan which. they will also contribute to the focal Red Cross.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-02-09
TESTIMONIALS
 MB,TlsEsRs,
fb,MW
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cf children who have successfully aseti Mother ETayss SMASt Powders for Chii 6ren. They move and regulate the b6Weis. relieve fevzrishneSs, teethifg disorders, constipation, headaches, de- stroy worms and freqnenfzg break up colds, Ch51drEn like them. For 30 years Mother 9zrasss Sweet Powders for fChildran have kAen tffe safe and re4fa- He remedy in tirre of need. M1fheys should never be without a box in the house for immediate use. At druggists
 everywhere. z6c.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-02-09
COLLEGE TRUSTEES INCREASE
 TUITION FIFTY DOLLARS
New Rate to Go Into Effect With Opening of Next School Year,

At meeting of the trustees of the Connecticut Woman's College held at New Haven Friday, it was voted to increase the charge for tuition $50 a year, beginning with the next college year The matter of providing for the erection of more buildings for the in stitution at New London was not pass ed upon as had been expected.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-02-09

is now awaiting the call to scttve ser vice. Dr. Driscoll is one of the citys most promising young physicians. He is graduate of the College of Physi- clans and Surgeons, Baltimere,- class of 1912. For year and a half he served as an interne at St. Mary's hos pital, Hoboken, N. J., and for the past four years has been a member of the Backus hospital staff
Norwich bulletin., 1918-02-09
Two Service FIaos.

Two service flags are displayed on Freeman avenue, one at the resi- dence of Mrs. Mary Cunningham for her two sons. John and Dr. William Cunningham, and one at the residence of MT. and Mrs. Larsen for their son Artsu1ir Carn I4anean.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-02-09
Dinner at Yansie For payviIfe eusst.

Dinner at Yartic For eayviife Guest.
 Mrs. L. D. Robbins of. Yantic gave a dinner party Wednesday in honor of Mrs Carrie Sfinbough of Dayyiile. Ten covers were laid, Those present were Mrs. B. Caffery. Mrs. Ccrrigan, Mrs. Helene Greene, Miss Agnes Gillian, all of Dayvflle, Mrs. Rosa Whitmarsh. Mrs. ,Freo tWhitmarsh, Mrs. Lester Smith, Mrs. Fred Grviner Of Norwich.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-02-09
Able to Leave the tlosnitsl.

/. Mrs. Russell Woodward who has fbeen seriously i'll has so far recover ed as to be able to leave the hespi- tai.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-02-09

Stan1fcrd.-There were Ge6 deaths in Stamford in 1917 and 1926 births. Marriages performed numbered 5so.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-02-09
Frank RinelIa in France.

from his son, Frank Rinella announc-
 ing his safe arrival in France.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-02-09

Friday afternoon Dr. T. A. Crowley, treasurer of White Cross council, K. or c., turned over to Mrs. John D, Hall chairman of the Woman's league. the handsome sum of $50. the proceeds or the K. of e. whist this week. for the benefit of the free wool fund.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-02-09

ciinton.-The marriage of Miss Grace Langdon of Clinton anllJ. A. Brooks of New Haven is annoa1nced.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-02-09
shannon Building Fire Anniversary.

Today is the anniversary of the Shannon building fire. On the morn ling of Feb. g. 1909. the old Shannon
 building was destroyed by one of the | worst fires that has ever occurred in
 this city.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-02-09
GETS COMMISSION IN
 MEDICAL OFFICERS RESERVE
Lieut.. William T. priseeIl Awaiting
 the Call to Active Service.

Dr. William T. Driscoll of No. s21 Main street has received a commission as a first lieutenant in the Medical Officers Reserve Corps, U. S. A., and
Norwich bulletin., 1918-02-09
In some towns it is claimed tr

In sonie towns it is claimed that there is falling off in the number or dogs as well as cats, owners not caring to feed the animals as meat. etc, is so high. Last year Town Clerk Cnaries s. Holbrook registered about i,ooo dogs in Norwich. and is expect ine to glve out about the same num- Der of tags after May 1st
Norwich bulletin., 1918-02-09

A number of local people have wis., tied the beaches to get a look at the
 ice in the sound, which extends as far as the eye can see.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-02-09

Upper Quiambaug cove, Mystic, i. frozen dry, or to thu bottom, and 1t il feared the oysters bedded there are 2 total loss.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-02-09

A story to the effect that Rev. and Mrs. W. s. Rees, who a short time | ago conducted an evangelistic cam paign in Westerly, had been arrested
 in Los Angeles. Cal, as alleged Ger
 man agents, is now denied.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-02-09

There were eS births, 2S marriages and 55 deaths in the town of Waters
 ford in 1917. Of the births, 42 were
 boys and 26 girls.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-02-09

Rev. Oren D. Fisher and son Roscoe of North Stonington, who were guests of Rev. James T. Carter at the El- hngton Congregational parsonage, were obliged to extend their visit un- til Thursday on account of the trolley tieup due to drffted highways.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-02-09

Word has been received in Rockville of the death of Mrs. Della Keeney Maine, wife of former pastor of the Vernon Methodist church. She leaves her husband. Rev. Paul S. Maine. The funeral was held Tuesday afternoon.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-02-09

In the city court at Bristol Omer Norton of Wolcott was charged with drunkenness and sentenced to Nor wich state farm for six months, but judgment was suspended on the pay- ment of the costs.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-02-09

Mrs. Edward Man of North Ston ington went to Brooklyn, N. Y. Wed nesday for a stay of a few days.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-02-09

Tonight, dance, Bijou, Jewett City Pickett's Willimantic. orchestra. sev en pieces.--arv.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-02-09

The Philathea class of the First Baptist church, Mrs. Frank D. Davis president, worked at the Red Cross room Friday afternoon.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-02-09

R. T. Crosby. soon to go to France, will speak at Y. M. c. A. Sunday at 3.30. Men, hear him.-adv.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-02-09

At Hamburg, the birch mill of E. E, Dickinson commenced running this week, but the season win be short, as the quantity of brush is limited.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-02-09

Mrs. James H. Sistare of Lord's Point visited at the home of her par ents in Norwich early in the week.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-02-09

There is disappointment at Norsn Sterling because fox hunters tf,ers; have not showed a brush so far this season.
Richmond times-dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1914-current, 1918-06-02

member OF tho Virginia Typographical
Association and a timer" OF the first
water lie Is Mason. a Red Man and
several other things, and numbers his
supporters by the thousands. No less
parsonage than Senator G. Walter
Mapp, he OF prohibition and Newport
News convention fame. has written the
Governor In the intcrcs; OF Mr.. Cherry
Floor Leader Willis and several Of the
other greater and lesser lights OF tho
now famous million dollar-saving"
Legislature are also among his sup
portcrs. From every section OF the
state 1t Is said the Governor Is being
memorialized in the interest of the
Norfolk man. who aspires to tho APP
pointment which must be given a rep
resentative of organized labor.
AS usual however, the Governor Is
biding his time. and will give no ink :
ling of who is to be the beneficiary
OF his appointive power I'm this in
stance. In which he was given three
appointments against his own will.
Richmond times-dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1914-current, 1918-06-02
VIRGINIA IS GIVEN NEW
ALLOWANCE OF FUEL
Byrd Reports Successful Conference
With Federal Administra.
tor Garfield.
WILL SHIP 1000 TONS DAILY
Promises Also to Return to This
State Million Tons of Coal That
Has Been Diverted Elsewhere,
Causing Critical Shortage.

Two thousand tons of bituminous
and anthracite coal is to be shipped
into Virginia daily to relieve the crisis
facing tfe people of Virginia. accord
ing TO telegram received by Tho
Iimes- Dispatch last night from State
fuel Administrator Harry Flood Byrd.
VINO conferred for two hours last Fri
day with Federal Fuel Administrator
Tarheld. The entire situation was
gone over thoroughly and yesterday
announcement was made to Mr.. Byr,
that the shipments would begin at once
under the personal direction OF DR..
Garfield.
At the same time. according to Mr..
Byrd, arrangements are being made for
furnishing Virginia with 100000 tons
which have been heretofore taken from
virginia to Hampton Roads for bunk
ering purposes. II this back coal due
Virginia can be obtained. it is the opin-
ion Of Mr. Byrd that the coal shortage
will be materially relieved. Until such
an agreement can be made. however,
Mr.. Byrd said he felt the greatest
anxiety over the coal situation.
The first shipment of 1000 tons
started Saturday from the New River,
Tug River and Pocahontas coal fields
OIL west virginia. and will be con-
signed to Administrator Byrd to dis
tributc TO industries needing It most
a ano 10 domestic consumers whose un-
Iiied orders have become dusty on the
MES OF retail coal dealers who have
oeen unable to obtain coal to supply
homes Tor next winters needs.
Although the mod ifcation Of the
order OF the fuel administration was
not as great as expected. il was a
source of qualification to Mr. Byrd that
the Federal fuel authorities understood
the critical situation under which the
people OF Virginia were laborinc and
consented to do all in their power to
prevent any calamity to Industrial
activity.
Richmond times-dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1914-current, 1918-06-02
MOTHERS CLUBS HONOR
RETIRING PRESIDENT
Silver Loving Cup In Presented to Mrs.
William A. Burrows-Un-
usual Program.


usunI Program.
On Friday evening. from to ~, a
delightfully."- informal reception was
given In honor OF Mrs. william A.
Burrows. retiring president OF the Fed
Grafton Of Mothers Clubs
Edward r. Fuller. as master of cere-
monies. presented Mrs. Burrows with
silver loving cup given by the
Mothers Clubs of the city as a small
token OF the loW and esteem in which
ton and appreciation of her work as
president for the past six years. In
bringing the Federation up TO it's pres
cnt standard of power and influence
for good to the city. Mr.. Fuller who
earlier in the evening had given
short talk on Sacrifice" paid glowing
tribute to the splendid work and in
fuence Of the mothers clubs. to the
Wonderful strides made in the past ten
years in Richmond's educational work,
not only In school buildings but also
In the school system: It's splendid SUI
perintendent and assistant superintend-
ents. as we'll as in its efficient corps
Of teachers. Mrs. Burrows responded
in few well-chosen words Of thanks
and appreciation for the gift OF the
cup.
An enjoyable musical program was
rendered by Mrs. Abner Hill. pianist:
Mrs r. S. Hudgins. contralto: Ralph
Ludwig. tenor: Mrs Ola Irving All
bright soprano, with Professor j. l..
Galbraith. accompanist: while Don
Williams. OF the aviation corps. de-
lighted those present with several Sc.
lections of Hawaiian melodies on the
guitar
Punch was served by Mesdames
Kline. Craig and Bowen. and dancing
Richmond times-dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1914-current, 1918-06-02
STATE FAR BEHIND IN
SALE OF THRIFT STAMPS
Only $3.3s7.11O of si5.O00, 900 Allotted
to virginia Has ns Yet Been
p.lre

Although splendid efforts have been
made 70 date by various organizations
and individuals in behalf Of the thrift
campaign, the figures for the first nve
months or the work show that Vir-
einians must respond generously dur
ing the crossing seven months of the
year. IL the States reputation for going
over the top In every field OF endeavor
Is to be maintained
according to the statement issued
oy State Director Thomas b. McAdams.
inc original allotment for Virginia was
sa''ooo.oO0, and returns compiled to
April 50 show that at that time the
total sales amounted to s3.3S71I9. lcav-
ing balance of S41.612.SS1 still to be
disposed Of The sales per capita from
December 3. 1917. to April 80, 1918.
amounted to $6.67.
The showing made by the various
couhtles or the State was as follows:
Richmond times-dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1914-current, 1918-06-02
by the younger set was INDUCED in

by the younger set was INDUCED In
until a late hour.
The committee In charge Of arrange
ments consisted Of: Mrs. j. j. Phillips,
chairman. and Mesdames George L.
Browning. Ida Bowen. f. r. Horner.
Joseph Kessnich. j. Lipscomb. j. w.
Dodd. c. T. Reynolds. J. d. Craig, Jr.,
George Kline. and f. w. Kelly. Jr.
Among others present were: Mrs.
]. Il. Spiers. newly elected president
OF the Federation: Mrs. William Gem
nell. vice-president; Mrs. II. l.. Whit
lock. recording secretary: Mrs. r. II
Singleton. historian: Miss Dallas Bur-
rows, Miss Spiers, Misses Kline. Miss
Thelma Reynolds. cIrs. r. f.. Hudson.
DR.. and Mrs. Roy *. Flanagan, DR..
and Mrs. II. S. Faris, and Messrs ]. b.
Spiers. William Gemmell. William A.
Burrows and James w. Dodd.
The reception was held In Corleys
Hall. which was tastefully decorated
for the occasion with palms, ferns and
cut flowers.
Richmond times-dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1914-current, 1918-06-02
NAVY ACCEPTS APT
OUT OF 9O8 APPLICANTS
Lieutenant Houston Tells of Work of
Recruiting once During
Mny.

With 1873 recruits secured during the
past week. the Richmond navy recruit
ing station recorded unusual activity.
and. in addition. according to 4 COM
parative statement sent out by WASH
inEton navy officials. led such cities as
Philadelphia. Cleveland. Baltimore Buff
falo, Syracuse. Scranton and Washing
ton by substantial margins. Lieutcn-
ant Houston. who has charge of the
recruiting station. has been highly
complimented for his management OF
the local office. Out of 9OS applicants
for berths in the navy 427 were ac-
Richmond times-dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1914-current, 1918-06-02
Patriotic Church s,.x,c.

a special service OF an interesting
and patriotic character will be held
Sunday morning at Wesley Methodist
Episcopal Church. The church Will be
presented with beautiful United
States flag and service flag bearing
nineteen stars. representing the num-
Der OF young men OF the congregation
who have answered their country's call
to the colors. The sermon will be
preached by the pastor. Rev. T. J. C.
Heath. At the evening hour children's
services will be held.
Richmond times-dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1914-current, 1918-06-02
Enforcing the v.arnncy Law.

Following the mayors proclamation
calling on the police strictly to enforce
the law against vagrancy, the police
last night made raids in various quar-.
ters and arrested some forty or more
negro men and women suspected OF
having no visible means OF support
and living in idleness. In the police
court this morning such as could not
prove that they have employment
were given Jail sentences The next
raid will be on the white idlers in the
city, list Of whom is being prepared
Richmond times-dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1914-current, 1918-06-02
Recruiting for Y. NJ. C. A. workers.

The recruiting committee to secure
volunteers for the work OF Y NJ. c. A.
secretaries in France Will meet Mon
day night to receive applca tons from
those who are willing TO volunteer for
such work. The matter has received
much publicity In this city and section
and 1t is believed there will be num-
Der of volunteers among men above
tho draft age to help the foreign work
OF the Y. N. c. A.