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Norwich bulletin., 1919-06-30
The Mosque of Ct, Sophia

The faithful Turk does not visit the great Mosque of St. Sophia as frequently as he used to for he con- s;ders it foregone confusion that St. Sophia will become a Christian church as it was in the fifth and sixth centuries. One can always have an argument in Constantiople over the question whether the church will revert to the Greek orthodox or Roman Catholic communion.
 Christian architects already have visited the mosque and are making their plans for the transformation of the church when it, is taken from the Turks. The faint mosaic Of Christ above the Mirab which has been almost invisible for centuries will be renewed and the mosaics of the apostles under the small dome in the north end of the church also will be restored. Turkish inscriptions of all sorts will be torn down and replaced by Christian symbols.
 The devils face in the marble fac ings under the big dome and the al- legged impression in stone of the hand of "Memet, the Conqueror, also will be retained as reminder of the tenth of May 1453 when Memet climbed uponS "a heap of Christian corpses in the church Constantine built and smote the wall with his hand still bloody from Lhe bodies of the Christian slain.
 An aged Englishman who has liv-
Norwich bulletin., 1919-06-30

The act that Germany has dreaded so much is over. It has signed the treaty along with the representatives of the other nations and now it is confronted with the quite necessary task of ratifying what it authorized It's ministers to do. The need of has, tening its action in this respect ra- ther than pursuing dilatory policy is 10 be recognized from the fact that certain at least of the immediate bene- fits that will be received will be de- pendent upon such a course. There are the German prisoners who will not be liberated until it is known that Germany has ratified the document and it is not improbable that certain features of the embargo will be kept in force until such action is taken. Thus inasmuch as it is inevitable it should be appreciated that the quicker it is done the better.
 And following such action Germany should at once devote it's efforts to strict compliance. for it lies within it's power to make its task easier by the adoption of such an attitude, or harder if it chooses to throw obstacles in the way and make it necessary to use force to bring about obedience to the many requirements.
 -- Germany must realize that it does not hold an enviable position to- day in the eyes of the world. It is for 1ts interests to endeavor to live that down and by it's conduct henceforth is it going to be largely judged as to whether the changed conditions have brought about any improvement. II will have no difficulty in keeping alive the resentments, if it so desires, but il must realize that such an attitude will be to the great detriment of that coun- try in every particular. Its efforts should be to obtain for itself as much as possible the fruits of peace. the same as the rest of the world is anx- iously looking forward to.
Norwich bulletin., 1919-06-30
DIRTY BILLS,

- Though the amount may vary there Is no one but what has more or less paper money to handle, and everyone rras found that it is in varying stages of cleanliness, ranging all the way from the crisp new bills as they are first put out by the bank to the dirty, .crumpled and dishgured bills that are ipassed back and forth in trade.
 The history of some of these bills from the time they are printed until stbey arc returned to Washington to be destroyed would be decidedly interest ing. If it were known where some of them go in their travels, where they are kept and how they are handled the desire to handle them with gloves -would be general. Little wonder is it that money of this kind. at least, is re- 'ferred to as filthy lucre. for not only does it become unattractive but it is in many instances danger to good health,
 Whether the recommendation that has been made to congress by the cop per plate engravers and printers, that some action be taken looking to the withdrawal of dirty currency. is look cd upon as suggestion which is in tended to react to their benefit, it can- not fail to be realized that there is merit in the proposal and that the users of paper money are interested Ip the idea. Owing to the shortage of wrapping paper during the war such was not thrown away as freely as be- lore, but used over and over again hut in no instance did it begin to ap- proach the condition of paper money No one thought of using it again if il became greasy and nasty but such is not the case with bills of all denomi- nations. Naturally none of them are being thrown away by the possessor because they are dirty but alltcan ap- preciate how much better and safer clean money would be. Fortunately however, dirt doesn't lower the value
Norwich bulletin., 1919-06-30
SAVE THE RUG.

We read about oriental rugs in the land of their manufacture lasting @ hundred years or more. and not in- frequently dealers claim that their choicest rugs are antiques and that they have been in use for a half cent ury or more. and still retain their original colors, made mellow and more beautiful by the passage of time. But rest assured that where oriental rugs last a half century of so they. are not treated as we treat rugs in this land, The big difference is that the ori- ental does not wear his street shoes in the house. He leaves them at the threshold so that no mud or grirne or grit is ever tracked into the house, and to do so would be regarded as an act of gross barbarian.
 If you have a rug that you are fond of and wish to make last as long as possible-whether it is an oriental or of domestic manufacturers that it gets no more of the grime from out doors than is necessary You will not ice that traffic always inclines to fol- low certain paths in every room. There are certain parts of the floor that are seldom walked upon and others that receive constant wear. The path be- tween two doors is of course one of those that receive much wear, and the space under a desk or piano char in another. So when you arrange your floor coverings see that the very choice rug does not lie directly in line of this path of heavy traffic
Norwich bulletin., 1919-06-30
THE MAKING OF
 A FAMOUS
 MEDICINE
How Lydia E. Pinkham's Vegetable Compound Is Prepared For
 Woman's Use.

A visit to the laboratory where this successful remedy is made impresses even the casual look ser-on with the reli- ability, accuracy, skill and cleanliness which attends the making Of this great medicine for woman 8 ills.
 Over $50, GOO pounds of various herbs arc used anuaily and all have to be gathered at the season of the year when their, natural juices and medicinal sub stances are at their best
 The most successful solvents are used to extract the medicinal properties from these herbs.
 Every utensil and tank that comes in contact with the medicine is sterilized and as final precaution in cleanliness the medicine is pasteurized md sealed in sterile bottles.
 It is the wonderful combination of roots and herbs, together with tho skill and care used in it's preparation which has made this famous medicine 30 successful in the treatment of female ills.
 The letters from women who have been restored to health by the use oi Lydia E. Pinkharn's Vegetable Com pound which we are continually pub fishing attest to its virtue.
Norwich bulletin., 1919-06-30
SELLING ARMY SHORES.

In view of the high price of food stuffs today and the prospects that it will continue to remain there for some time, it is quite natural that the people of the country should be inter- ested in the efforts of the war depart ment to di-- Sc of millions of dollars worth of canned meats and vegetables for which it has no use now that the war is over. These goods were pur- chased in large quantities and at good figure. They are just as good today as the day they were bought and therefore should command-a good price, Even if the department re- ceived what it paid for them it would be lower figure than the consumer could secure them for and probably lower than dealer could purchase such things for today.
 In offering the goods for sale and stipulating that they must be Dur chased in carload lots. the department recently received S6 bids most of which were from packing houses but none was accepted because the offers were only a quarter to a half what the government paid, and there Is certainly reason for giving the de- partment credit for not accepting such bids.
 But inasmuch as the navy depart ment is disposing of stores to the peo- pie in small quantities so that house. holders can purchase them, there seems to be no reason why. the war department should not do the same and every reason why the bids should not be restricted to carload lots. That restriction is simply playing into the hands of the packers who are able to handle large quantities and would like to get control of the entire quantity that there could be better grip held on the high prices If the war depart ment is going to make greater sacri- fees on such goods the benefit ought to go to the people whose dollars help ed to purchase them.
Norwich bulletin., 1919-06-30
HEALTH AND BEAUTY,

Men, as a rule. have good complex lon. The reason for it is that they father their faces every day with soap and water. The chances are, if men didn't shave they would not have such good complexions.
 When powder does not adhere it is usually because the skin is dry and fialzy and lacks moisture. Cold cream will supply the deficiencies and powder will hold on better.
 Brush the hair for five minutes every night and massage the scalp briefly with the tips of the fingers. Then let the hair hang doTn unplaited until ready to get into bed. In the morning, while preparing to dress. again let the hair fall loosely. On balmy days stand blow the hair about and the sunshine warm it. In cold weather stand in the sunshine for short sun bath.
 When first youth has passed it is necessary to pay particular attention to the skin. Cold water should be used unsparingly to keep the tissues firm and cold cream should be used to mas sage the face and neck every night By this method while you cannot hope to remove all the lines on the face you can at least avoid the multitudin- ous wrinkles seen on one who shuns the use of cold water and cold cream If you are weary after a fatiguing day lie down in well ventilated room for ten or fifteen minutes before dinner Then rise and clean your face witf cold cream, rubbing it always up. NOW apply cloth, wet in very hot water and then in very cold water. Pat the face dry and you will feel ten years younger for the rest and the facia treatment.
Norwich bulletin., 1919-06-30
DICTATES OF FASHION.

The sports skirt and hat frequently are of the same material.
 White silk braid is used as trim ming for crepe de chine underwear.
 Embroidery, filet lace and cross stitching are used on frocks of line.
 Once more we see the real girdle.
 For gardening is a dress of gray striped chintz and white organdie.
 Horsehair is an excellent founda- tion for small lace brimmed hat.
 A sailor of tan pineapple straw, mushroom shape. is very smart.
 A hat made entirely of organdie will complete the summer outfit.
 A frock of white organdie is trimmed with red and blue braid.
 Gray and tan suits are worn with suede pumps to match.
 The afternoon hat should contrast in color with the frock. ' Hand embroideries are once more seen on lingerie gowns.
 Articles of tortoise shell, such as beads, are very popular.
 Maize is one of the favorite colors among tricotette dresses.
 Smart turbans are formed of swirl ing ostrich piumes.
 Taffeta and leghorn is a fashionable hat combination. Organdy waistcoats are the last word
Norwich bulletin., 1919-06-30
MAIL FOR BALLAST,

Troubles never come singly and they are certainly piling up for Post master General Burleson just at this time. MT. Burleson has been dealing with a good many matters outside de- partmental lines because of the war and his work in that direction has caused him nothing but criticism, but at the same time the postofice de- partment has been getting plenty of attention through the character of the service given and the failure of the public to get that for which they pay though it is to be supposed to be in its interest that the department is op- erated.
 Following closely upon the dificul- ties that have been experienced in connection with the government con- trol of the wire lines of the country and the demands for his removal there comes the revelation that about s6O,- 900 worth of securities and papers that were being transmitted through
 he ordinary mail channels had beep
Norwich bulletin., 1919-06-30
WAR TIME PROHIBITION,

Much disappointment has been caused by the announcement by Pres ident Wilson that he finds that he hasn't the power at the present time to remove the war time prohibition which goes into effect at midnight to- night. It was quite generally believed in certain circles that following the signing of peace he would issue an or der removing the ban on the manu- facture and sale of all intoxicants in asmuch as he was given that author ity at such time as the demobiliza- tion of the army has been completed, which fact it was likewise left with him to determine and declare.
 Inasmuch as he finds that there are still million troops raised by the emergency under arms he finds that he cannot declare the army demobi- lized, but hopes to before long, so that there promises to be a time at least between the first of July and demo- bilization when war time prohibition will be effective even though the ne- cessity of conserving grain, which was the reason for ordering prohibition, has passed.
 With the prohibition law going into effect Tuesday there arises of course the question of enforcement. Being a federal measure it will probably be left with the federal authorities to en- force and the enforcement provisions are as yet in the process of formula tion by congress- It remains there fore for the internal reyen11e denar+ ment and the department of justice to utilize such machinery as they have at their command to see that the law is respected, and of course it has long been recognized that a law amounts only to the provisions of enforcement that it carries. If, however the de- mobilization of the army is acom- plished in month or two there ap- pears to be nothing then to prevent the lifting of the ban until January oi next year when the constitutions amendment becomes effective.
Norwich bulletin., 1919-06-30
SUGGESTIONS FOR

THE HOUSEWIFE
 Newspapers will give as brilliant & finish to widow glass as chamois.
 A simple milk and potato soup may be given relish with celery salt.
 A little milk in the buckwheat cakes makes them brown more readily.
 few chopped dates added to apple sauce make very tasty dish.
 A light sprinkling of powdered cin- namon just before serving improves the flavor of cup of cocoa.
 When frying oysters always add a little baking powder to the flour in which they are rolled. This increases the size of the oysters very much.
 When the price of lettuce is so high cut the leaves in grasslike shreds with the scissors and they will go farther in covering the salad plate.
 Add slice of banana to the white of one egg and beat until stiff The banana will entirely dissolve and you will have a delicious substitute for whipped cream.
 A nice way to serve tartar sauce is to cut lemon in half. clean out the inside and then fill the halves with the sauce, one being served to each guest Often when boiling eggs the white comes through the shell and spells the taste of the egg through it's appear ance. This may be prevented if a teaspoonful of salt is put into the water before boiling,
Norwich bulletin., 1919-06-30
STORIES OF THE WAR
Farming Revival in Macedonia.

Large consignments of American agricultural machinery has been un- loaded here for use in Macedonia. The motor blows are badly needed on ac- cout of the dearth of horses and oxen which the Bulgars carried off with them. In the last six months the American Red Cross has been in- structing Greeks and Serbs in the use of modern farm machinery and American methods of soil improve ment and now farmers are being giv en the opportunity to buy implements at advantageous prices.
 King Alexander of Greece is much interested in American farming ma chinery- Recently very large con- signment of agricultural machinery and implements arrived in Athens from America. The consignment com prised all classes of power machinery and considerable number of motor blows. King Alexander viewed these blows at the Athens Botanical Gar dens. At his request two or three of them were st to work in an adjacent field. attracting from first to last his special attention Later these Amer ican machines and implements were exhibited at the Zappeion. the large exhibition building in Athens used dur1ng IEe war as hospital. Ihere they were visited by land owners, farmers and the general public.
 The Greek government shipped a number of these motor blows and other implements to Eastern Macedo- mia and Thessaly to be used for the spring cultivation. In addition thous- apds of ordinary American blows are being shipped into Macedonia. To pull these blows the Bulgarians finally
 agreed after much discussion to de.
 liver seven hundred draught ami
 mals per week to the Greeks in recon
 pense for. the tens of thousands oi animals taken by the Bulgarian army in Thrace during the war.
 Owing to A:,e fact that farmers throughout the Near East cultivate only small tracts, small size American machinery is in greater demand thar the heavier machines, with the possi- ble exception of harvesters. Only large owners can afford the large blowing tra actors.
 The American Red Cross ha: brought in about 300 American farm wagons and later these wagons ant the many small American automobile! 1 now Icing used in the Near East wil 1 be sold to the farmers. The Near Eas 1 is in greatest need of means of trans portation and farming machinery ant l Americans are now meeting this de 1 mand.
Norwich bulletin., 1919-06-30
BARRETT SUBSTITUTE.

When the clock points to midnight food takes on an added zest, and sell dom does it taste so good as then. For years the rarebit has been the standard dish for the midnight supper: and incidentally it has furnished much ma terial to jokesters and cartoonists by its indigestibility. But so that there need be no troubled sleep interspersed with wild and terrible dreams, some epicurean has invented substitute for the rarebit. It is called the red devil and is made as follows:
 Melt two tablespoonfuls of butter in a chafng dish. then cut up into small pieces one pound of cheese and melt that too. Add a pinch of salt. a dash of sayenne, two tablespoonfuls of flour, pinch of soda, one egg and three quarters of a cup of milk. Mix all together until smooth, then add half a can of tomato soup. Serve on toast or biscuits.
Norwich bulletin., 1919-06-30
American Telephone System in Europe Correspondence of The Associated
 PraScl

At the time the Americans began withdrawing from Germany the United States army and perfected one of the finest telephone systems in Europe. From the headquarters of the Third army in Coblenz fifty long distance lines had been set up and it is possible for the commanding general to sit in his office and talk with American of ficers in London. Berlin, Vienna, Rotterdam, Brussels, Antwerp, Paris and various other points in France.
 The army ofsoccupation has tele- phone system closely resembling the best commercial system in the United States. On the top floor of the head quarters building in Coblenz nine position switchboard was installed soon after the Americans reached the Rhine. Scattered throughout Coblenz are twenty private branch exchanges of the various units of headquarters Connected to this system are more than four hundred "subscribers" in addition to the fifty long distance lines.
 Within the German occupied area there has been established by the Sig nal corps under the direction of
Norwich bulletin., 1919-06-30

Colonel Parker Hit, chief signal of ficer, net work of wires connecting the various units of the Third army. Direct lines connect with all the corps and divisions, approximately 16,000 miles of wire being in service.
 This extensive plant has not, how ever been built by the Third army but consists almost altogether of the Ger man lines taken over by the Signal corps and so arranged to meet the needs of the army. Sufficient cir cults were left. however, for the civili an populatio to carry on their busi ness.
 More than 15,O00 calls are register ed daily on the Coblenz switchboard. With the establishment of exchange in Coblenz it was necessary to en- plpy operators who could speak Eng fish, French and German. The if teen operators on duty in Coblenz are all members of the Womens Telephone corps and have been in the service
 Miss Helen Cook, was former en- ploye of the American Telephone 6, Telegraph company in New York. Pre-
 vious to joining the American .expedi-
 tionary force, Miss Cook spent six
 years as instructor for the Bell sys-
 ter in offices ill Chicago. Minneapolis,
 Omaha, Cleveland. Detroit and Mem
 phis
 l. The word "Doodlebug" is the code name of the Third army switchboard in coblenz, the corps and divisions al-
 so retaining the code names that were
 assigned to them during the war. On the back Of a twenty-page telephone directory issued by the Third army the artists conception of a doodle bug" has been reproduced in the shape of a bug made up of a combination oi sabres. rifles and an aerial bomb. All the apparatus, including switch boards, telephone instruments, and ir fact everything exceting the wires is of American manufacture and is te be taken out when the Americans ir force say goodbye to the Rhine anc start for France and home.
Norwich bulletin., 1919-06-30
CLEAN ENAMEL WARE,

When food burns to the bottom of agate or enamel ware do not attempt to scrape it loose. With stiff brush remove as much of the food as pos=- sible then sprinkle household lye lib- erally over the bottom of the utensil. Cover with cold water and let it come to a boil Then fire must be turned low, as lye water hoils over easily. Sometimes it is necessary to repeat the operation. removing the loosened particles with long handled brush each time.
 The utensil should be well rinsed be- fore being placed in the dish water to avoid the corrosive effects of the lye upon the hands. A brush with stiff bristles in the end. such as used in cleaning the type of typewriters, is very convenient.
 Usually every bit of the burned food can be removed in this manner with out damage to the enamel.
Norwich bulletin., 1919-06-30

destroyed through the burning of an airplane to which branch of the mail service they had been transferred for the purpose of furnishing ballast to the machine.
 That the government will have to make good for the loss is apparent, but there is no telling how long a de- lay and how much inconvenience will be caused by this action of the post office department in removing such matter from mail train and subject ing it to the hazard of the airplane when that service had not been called for or paid for. It is said the postal aviator was trying to make a record but it would have been far better had sand rather than valuable mail matter, some of which it may not be possible to replace been used for bal last
Norwich bulletin., 1919-06-30
WITH A LOAF OF BREAD,

to have croustades filled with creamed chicken or meat or fish. But in reality these croustades are the most useful of all things for serving of left-overs. To make them you take slices of bread about three inches thick and cut them into rounds with a biscuit cutter; on top you mark smaller circle. Dip each one in milk, then drop into hot fat and let get golden brown. Fill the small circle with creamed peas or fish or checken. A round loaf of bread can be hollowed out and turned into a shell by removing the soft part. Then butter the inside and brown in the oven After which fill with, creamed salmon or creamed oysters.