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Evening public ledger. [volume] (Philadelphia [Pa.]) 1914-1942, 1919-11-08

John Drinkwater. poet, critic and
producer. and best known in America
as the author of Abraham Lincoln"
hailed in London as the greatest play
on an American subject, will be heard
in special lecture recital. Poetry and
Life" before the University Exten-
sion Society at Witherspoon Hall Fri,
day evening, November IA, He will
read from his own works, among whic,h,
are Poems, 1908 1917: "Cophetua,,
a one act play in verse; "lSebellion,
a three act play in verse; Swords
and Plowshares, ALTON Pools.
"Pawns." Tides" etc. The repu-
tation of being one ofkthe best readers
of poetry in England has preceded Mr..
Drinkwater to America.
Evening public ledger. [volume] (Philadelphia [Pa.]) 1914-1942, 1919-11-08
Actor Once In French Army

Philip Wood. who plays the leading
role in "A Little Journey" at the
Adelphi, was one of the first Americans
10 enter the war. He left Harvard to
ioin the French army and drove a
motortruck. When the United States
took d hand he was commissioned a
second lieutenant. After service at the
front he was sent to Camp Dix ON a
special mission and there met his bride,
a Philadelphia girl, who was doing
canteen work for the Red Cross.
Evening public ledger. [volume] (Philadelphia [Pa.]) 1914-1942, 1919-11-08
innovation at Colonial

An innovation is announced for the
Colonial Theatre, Germantown. 1t
takes the form of an Afternoon Tea"
to be served from until $50 o'clock
to all patrons. and the serving will be
accompanied by those little, dainty
touches which enhance the pleasure to
be derived from conversation over cup
of delicious tea. There will be no
charge for the tea and the service, with
the accompanying sOciability, being a
feature to make patrons feel at home at
the Colonial
Evening public ledger. [volume] (Philadelphia [Pa.]) 1914-1942, 1919-11-08
Tribute to S. F. Nixon

Theatrical folk of this city. where
he was for half century idcntihed as
manager and producer with the stage.
will pay Il. tribute next week, the first
of his death to the memory
of Samuel +. Nixon Mr.. Nixon. who
was born in 1918. was managing di-
rector of the Broad. Gurrick and For
rest Theatres at the time of his death
November IL, 1918.
Evening public ledger. [volume] (Philadelphia [Pa.]) 1914-1942, 1919-11-08
Herbert to Conduct Angel Face

So much popularity and briliancy
have resulted from the popular com =
poser and conductor welding his baton
for "Angel Face" the last two Mon T.
day nights that Victor Herbert has
again consented to conduct the orches
ira Monday for the opening of the
third week of his musical romance.
Evening public ledger. [volume] (Philadelphia [Pa.]) 1914-1942, 1919-11-08
EUGENE OBRlEN ard LUCILLE
STEWAPT "SEALED HEARTS
Stanley
PLAYED LEADS" AT 19
Walnut Star Especially Gifted at
Characterization

Rollo Lloyd. who takes the Leading
part in Harry :. sheldon : comedy. "lt
Happens to Everybody. which comes
to the Walnut, broke into the drama
rs full -hcdged leading man at the
head Of his own company at the curly
age Of eighteen, starring in "Dr.
Jrkyll and MIR. Hyde.
Since then he has played many
"lcuds." gaining special praise for his
intelligence in characterization. Some
of his affiliations have been with Rich
ard Mansfield and Arnold DAILY. His
part in "It' Happens to Everybody
gives opportunity for the display Of
versatility AS comedian.
Evening public ledger. [volume] (Philadelphia [Pa.]) 1914-1942, 1919-11-08
Drama League Night

A large attendance Of the members Of
the Drama League is set for Wednes-
day, at the Broad, to witness John
Ferguson" Plays and Players have
arranged for theatre party Monday
evening to John Ferguson
Evening public ledger. [volume] (Philadelphia [Pa.]) 1914-1942, 1919-11-08
q. lttIno the Mask" TO Rehearse

William Caryl has completed the
casting for Bruce REYNOLDS play,
s'1ifting the Mask" This production
goes into rehearsal early next week.
Evening public ledger. [volume] (Philadelphia [Pa.]) 1914-1942, 1919-11-08
Helen Freeman to Address Art Body

Helen Freeman win deliver an adj
dress before the Art Alliance. Novem-
her 1s, on the subject of the drama,
Evening public ledger. [volume] (Philadelphia [Pa.]) 1914-1942, 1919-11-08

The fourth Charlie Chaplin produc-
ton, through the First National. is now
and in the cutting room, and
will be soon shown here. 1t Is entitled
"a Days Pleasure" and is sure to
prove that to the Chaplin following.
Evening public ledger. [volume] (Philadelphia [Pa.]) 1914-1942, 1919-11-08
Photoplay Guide
for Coming " eek

NLEY-" Sealed fIcarts" with
Eugene O'Brien as the star of his
second play. 1t was write by Eu-
gene Walter and directed by Ralph
Ince with Lucille Lee Stewart as the
leading woman. Robert Edison is
also in the cast. The triangle situa-
ton is once more used in theme.
Evening public ledger. [volume] (Philadelphia [Pa.]) 1914-1942, 1919-11-08

Manager Nirdlinger has secured the
Nazimovu pictures for his various thea
tres, Dates for "The Brat and the
screen versions Of her other successes
will shortly be announced.
Evening public ledger. [volume] (Philadelphia [Pa.]) 1914-1942, 1919-11-08
The MANNHEIM THEATRE

Germantown Ave. OPPOSITE Mannheim 81.
OPENS MONDAY. SOY. 10. Presenting
JOHN BARRYMORE N "RAFF'LEs"
Evening public ledger. [volume] (Philadelphia [Pa.]) 1914-1942, 1919-11-08

P.4LA CE-"Thc Miracle Man" will
Il. special cast. including Thoma,
Meighan. This has been praised by
many as the best play Of the season
and deserves the long engagement il
is receiving
Evening public ledger. [volume] (Philadelphia [Pa.]) 1914-1942, 1919-11-08

The success of "Why Smith Left
Home with Bryant Washburn, has
led the Famous Players Lasky Corpora
ton to arrange for TOO Much John
SON." picturization of William Gil
lette's farce, in the making of which
Bryant Washburn and his entire COM
pany have to spend two weeks on the
ocean for the steamship scenes, and
they are accomplishing this very nicely
by a round trip from San Francisco to
Honolulu
Norwich bulletin., 1919-12-19
HANDICAPPED
 IN TRADING WITH GERMANY

New York. Dec 1S.-American mer- chants are handicapped in trading with Germany because of the failure of congress to ratifv the peace treaty, according to representatives of a num- Der of large American dealers and ex- porters who returned today on the French liner Lafayette. after tour of the leading European markets. They declared that France and England were taking advantage of the situa ton and exporting all the German goods they could buy.
 While American merchants are having difficulty in trading with Ger many. especially that part in the oc- cupied territory" said Jules Mendel, owner of q New York woolen goods house "both English and French merchants arc exporting all the Ger man goods thev can buy. Americans win be handicapped until the peace treaty is signed.
 with the rates of expressing as they arc at present the people trading with Germany are making vast for tunes
 Although the prices asked were 40 .io aq per cent. higher than q year ago Nr Mcndel asserted. he was able to ,ilacc orders for $350. .000 worth of "'oth. hui delivery on some of the 5oo5s will be delayed until 1929.
Norwich bulletin., 1919-12-19

:, The Lady of the House Appreciates the Fine AIu- ninum and Nickel Utensils.
 In the AIun1inun Ware, which will last a lifetime we show Saucepans, Kettles, Double Boilers, Tea kettles, Steamers, Coffee PercoIators, Tea Ball Tea Pots, Etc, in a very wide fanae of prices. There are some attractive pieces as low as $1.39, and from that to $501. Buy her some of tFis and we will wager that she will be pleased. NickeLed Ware, too, sia .splen- did array, affords unlimited choice.
Norwich bulletin., 1919-12-19
PROBLEM TO DECIDE WHO
 IS MOTHER OF CHILD

New York. Dec. 1S.-The shade of King Solomon sat on the cbildren's .court bench today while Judge Levy tried 10 decide who was the mother of little Love O Mike" claimed le. two wonlen-by Mrs. Augusta Wentz as her Kidnapped son, and Mrs. Lena Lisa as the baby she had planned to abandon to the mercies of Mrs. Eliza beth Seaman (Nellie Bly) for his own happiness and because she could not supply her little family of three. her. self. the baby and three -year-old Will. liam. on the SIP a week which was all she could earn. The infant was found in the Grand Central Termirfs;I with g. note saying: For the love of Mike, take care of this kid-T can't.'t Z,
 Mrs. Lisa told how she schemed to have the infant'eleft where Mrs. Sea- Fman might notice and adopt it, and of her panic when Mrs. Wentz claim ed it as her own.
 When she had concluded, her small frame shaken with sobs, the judge. with obvious emotion, ordered the
Norwich bulletin., 1919-12-19
IN APARTMENT
 HOTEL FIRE IN BOSTON

Boston, Dec 17.-F'ire in the Ab- bottsford, an exclusive apartment ho- tel in the Back Bay district. caused the death of two persons and drove nearly 50 others to the street early to- day. William H. Whitney. a con- struction engineer, was fatally in jured when he jumped from a third story window and Mrs. Frances E. Cole was found burned to death on the fifth floor by firemen.
 Several persons were overcome by the heavy smoke that filled the build ing and were led out by fremen. Most of those above the first floor escaped by means of the fire escape or lad ders.
 The origin of the fire was unknown and was believed to have started in the basement. The worst damage was done on the fifth and sixth floors where the fire broke through the in terior air shafts.
Norwich bulletin., 1919-12-19
JUDGE GRANTS FIVE DIVDRCES

The last chance to get divorces be- fore Christmas was taken advantage of by petitioners in the superior court here Thursday before Judge Donald T. arner and five matters on the tira- contested list were heard by him and disposed of by granting the release asked from marital bonds that had become unbearable longer. One or two more petitions may be heard today (Friday) but this will be the last short calendar of this term of the court.
 On the ground of assertion since oc- tober, 1907, Nellie. 5Denison Bliven of New London, who was married to George c. Bliven of Needham Heights, Mass, on. Oct. 19. 1898, was given a divorce from him, and the custody of two children. aged 19 and 1T. The complaint included a claim for alirno- ny. but this was not pressed.
 Mrs. Bliven testified that they were married in New London by Rev. Ed win T. Miller. She had to support her children. F
 Charles D. Young and Clarence D.. Gidsey testified for Mrs. .Bliyen. and Grant D. Bliven, her son, testified that he could not remember ever having seen his father.
 ~AHJ ONCAt Dl w dLSTlOIuy WAOS6 name was Glassbrenner, secured di- vorce from John H. Buell., of New London on the grounds of desertion on April 27, 1916 They were married on December 27, 1909. The wife was giv- en the custody of a minor child aged S.
 Mrs Buell's testimony of how she was deserted by her husband was sup ported by Arthur II, Gager and Mary A. Glasbrenner, both of New London
 Intemperance habitual for more than seven years past was the grounds up on which Sarah Spooner Law of New London, secured divorce from Richard w. Law, formerly of New London, now of Detroit, Mich. There was al so an allegation of intolerable cruel ty since Jan. 1G 1906. The couple was married on July 2, 1904 and the wife was given the custody of two daughters, aged 14 and 12. A claim made for alimony in the suit was not pressed.
 Mrs. Law testified that her husband had been manager of the Crocker house at New London for four years.
Norwich bulletin., 1919-12-19

They were married in New York city. She told the court how her husband had abused her. She is now employed at the Croeker house as housekeeper.
 Frank B. Parker. proprietor of the Crocker house, told of the dissipated habits of MT. Law on account of which MT. Parker had to discharge him Mrs. Parker correborated this testimony.
 Margaret Hughes of New London, whose maiden name was Sullivan se- cured divorce from Charles Hughes, alias Charles HtIse, 215 Federal build ing, Buffalo, NY Tlfe, allegation was intoleEable cruelty since July 1, 1910. They were married Jan 22.. 1909 The wife was given the custody of minor daughter.
 Mrs. Hughes said her husband had been q recruiting sergeant. in the army and they lived at the Navy Yard, Gales Ferry New London, Washington and Syracuse Hughes had threatened his wife with a pistol and4after their first child was born he was cruel to her and to it. The second child born lived only six weeks. Sheis said that her husband sboasted of going with an- other woman and that he drank hard. He was discharged last March and enlisted, stating that he was a sim gle man when he filled out his papers.
 Miss Annie M. Sullivan. New London school teacher, testified to the way her sister was. abused by Hughes and Arthur A. Sullivan also was witness to that effect.
 John J. Silva of New London peti- toned and secured divorce from Dollie D. Silva of the same place oh the grounds of desertion since May 1, 1912. The maiden name of the wife was Dol lie Dimple Davis. They, were married on March 26, 1910. The husband was given the custody of a nine year old daughter.
 MT Silva, who is a plumber, said they lived for eight months in New London after marriage and then went to Groton where his wife deserted him. He looked for her in Providence but could not find her. A year later he met his wife in New London and she cursed him and refused to live with him.
 Witnesses for him were Mrs. Blanche F. HamiIl and James Sullivan of New London.
Norwich bulletin., 1919-12-19
iAs POISONING CAUSED CAUSED
 DEATH OF FOUR PERSONS

New York, N. Y. Dec. 1S.-Monoxide ,ss poisoning caused'the death of four ,ersons. whose bodies wore found to- fay at the home 0t Eesuer BarInun at sbeershcad Boy. dscordhs 10 Edward Martin. medic1i cYamirpr for Kings County. who inyfsiiS9tcd Inc tragedy .oIight.
 The bodies were discovered b.. Mrs. 3erdoun. who went to visit her 'aughter-in-ia Mrs. Olga I3erdoun Receiving no answer 10 her knock, s;e waIlsod h and found Mrs. Der ioun. her two days old baby, her 1aughter aged four years. and { nurse Alice Sheridaa-lying nl a bed Physicians who were summoned said they had been dead from two to four hours.
 Medical Examiner Martin and rep resentaiivcs of the district attomeys ofice who examined the bodies agreed that their deaths had been caused by monoxide gas generated by heater la the dining room.
 The finding of a bottle of acid near the bed. half emptied, resulted in an early police report that the four vic tins had been poisoned by the liquid.
Norwich bulletin., 1919-12-19

Christmas Hosiery Always Makes a Hit. Our Women's Department is Well Supplied.
 Black Silk FulI-fashioned Stockings can be had for $2.0O -$2,5o and all prices up to $3.75, and the Colored Silk Hose from $2.50 to $3.25 a pair. Then there are the Seamless Silks in black and colors from $1.35 to $1.35, less expensive but good in every way. The Fancy Lace and CIocked Silk Stockings are beautiful and only cost $4.oo and $4.50. No woman could resist such .a gift. And then down the lonq list you will come to the two tone novel, ties, Lace Boot and Drop Stitch Silk Stockings from SIPS to s2.@ a pair. And Silk Lisles frcm soc to $1.00-alI are excellent gifts. Stockings for the boys from 50c to 75c and for the girls from 35c to $1.00-and for babies from 29c to 7sc. Why look farther?
Norwich bulletin., 1919-12-19

Gloves Always Look Well on the Christmas Trees and They Feel Good Just Now.
 There's some man. or woman, or child to whom you will send a Christmas remen- brance, and nothing can sur pass pair of good, warm gloves.
 In our Women's Glove De- partrent you will find a splendid assortment. Madam or Miss would appreciate pair of fine camePs Hair Lined Gloves with strap at wrist-they defy the cold the price is $500.
 There are fine Kid Gloves at all prices from S2.19 to $4.50 a pair aud warm wooIen ones from 3ac to SIPS.
 For the boys you'oouId get MooIen Gloves at all prices from 42c to $1.00, or Lined Kid Mittens at 65c. Then there are the Lined Gloves for boys and qirIs at $1,50 and Gaunt- let Gloves at 69c and 89c a pair. Or some long WooIen Skating Gloves which come way up the arm from 39c to $1.75. Golf Gloves, too, are here for women, boys and qirIs at prices from 3oc to S1.59, Make your Choice. They are all good.
Norwich bulletin., 1919-12-19
AUTOMOBILE ACCESSORIES

TOPS FOR FORDS-One-man top complete with side curtains; we also have rear curtains with bevel plate glass; both in stock and ready to at tAch. Lewis L. Fales Corp. BOT Dean St., Providence, R. l. dec3WF
 K0UPET TOPS for Ford cars: glass; enclosed. all-year tops; prices, roadster tte, touring S105; complete, attached including double acting windshield: immediate delivery; your old top and Windshield taken in trade; agents wanted Send for circular Lewis L. Tales Corporation. BOT Dean St.. Providence oct24FMW
Norwich bulletin., 1919-12-19
MRS. BLAKE KILLED SON
 DURING. MEm- '- RESPIRATION

Atlantic City Dee. 18.-Five- year-old James (Buddy) Blake. whose body was washed ashore at Ventner last Sunday, came to his death at the hands Of his mother while snc was. laboring under a state of mental aber-. ration, according to the verdict of the
Norwich bulletin., 1919-12-19
baby returned to her.

baby returned to her.
 She had deliberated days and nights the judge. A friend of her dead i1us- band had taken him, promising to leave him -''in Nellie Bly's arms"
 Her husbands death last May had left her with Q burden she often de- spaired of bearing, she said She thought Nellie Bly, would adopt him, or find good home for him.
Norwich bulletin., 1919-12-19

You Can Safely Give, HIM a pair of Gioves-a Gift Which is EminentIy Proper.
 They are always in good taste,. and if you get a good pair they will be constantly appreciated. Adter's Dress Gloves are the standard American make, and are to be had in Cape and Suede, in gray or tan. They only cost S2.oo and. $500 a pair. Then there are he heavier Winter Gloves and Mittens, for ordi-, nary wear. or for motoring and driving. These are warm iy fteeced or lined with mo- hair, wool or fur. Prices from 65c to S6.50.
Norwich bulletin., 1919-12-19
SUGAR IS BEING soID .
 AT .23- CENTS IN BOSTON

Boston, Dec. 1SS.-7sugar. is being sold here at, 23 cents. a pound. Comment ing on, this. fact. today, John H. Sher- .burne, chairman of the Massachusetts
Norwich bulletin., 1919-12-19
LODGE TO BE CHAIRMAN
 OF REP. NAT. CONVENTION

Washington. Dec. IS. Tentative plans have been made to have Senator Henry Cabot Lodge of Massachusetts as temporary and. permanent chair man qf the republican national con vention. There has been some talk among the leaders of Former Senator Elihu Root for temporary chairman but it is understood that .the plan of having one man for both places, first used in 1908, will be continued in 1920
 Westbrook.-Mrs. G. D. E. Post re- turned from Haddam during the past week and has left for Florida with Mrs. A. J. Post.
Norwich bulletin., 1919-12-19
Nuisance Either Way.

Carranza not only can write long notes himself but is the cause of a good many long notes by other na- tions.-New York Post.
Norwich bulletin., 1919-12-19

Commission on Accessories of Life. said this sugar and the price paid for it was not within the Jurisdiction of the commission.
Norwich bulletin., 1919-12-19

jury at the scoroner,s; inquest tonight
 into the boy's death.a >-.5gs ,-.-
South Bend news-times. (South Bend, Ind.) 1913-1938, 1919-03-09
INTER CITY TRANSFER
CO M NY PROVES
VALUE OF TRUCK

Very few people in South Bend
are aware Of the fact that this city
is the headquarters OF a motor
freight and express transport such
as has been urged by the govern
ment since the beginning of the
war.
The Inter City Transfer Co. began
operations in April Of 1918, hauling
freight Of all kinds direct from
shipper 20 the consignee. The ship
ment is picked up at the warehouse
or factory by their own trucks. This
Is certainly a great saving In the
handling OF the goods as the ship
ment is only handled twice on 20 the
truck and of, whereas IL IL was ship
ped the usual way II would be han
died about six times-first on TO the
truck, then into the freight house,
then into the freight car, then out
again into the freight house. on to
the truck and then finally of at the
destination.
Most OF the freight is carried at
rates that are based on regular
freight rates plus a delivery charge.
Some kinds OF freight, such as house
hold goods and large bulky pieces
can not be carried at these rates, a
reasonable charge is made for that
kind Of work. But for ordinary
freight the shipper obtains better
than express service at practically
freight rates.
The company Is adding more
equipment and plans to establish
some new routes. A rural express
Is also a possibility and the com
pany is anxious to get in touch with
the merchants and farmers and see
just what is needed in, this line.
South Bend news-times. (South Bend, Ind.) 1913-1938, 1919-03-09
SECRET Of ESSEX
POWER REVEALED
D. A. Boswell Shows How
Mo t or Construction In
creaseS Horse Power.

How is IL possible TO obtain such
smooth vibrationless flow OF pow
or at any speed?' This is the ques-
ton most frequently asked regard
ing the Essex, the car whose won
derful performances have been as
tonishing thousands OF persons in all
parts Of the country" said d. A
Boswell Of the Superior Motor Sales
Co.
THE answer is to be found in the
design Of the motor which although
only 20 inches in length overall,
develops a maximum of SIS horse
power. The small dimensions yield
extraor binary horsepower beca 20 ot
the unique design of the ga nes-
sages and combustion chamber.
THE exhaust valves and passas
are located at the side of the motoi
and are cooled by the inrushing
water The intake manifold carry
ing the carburetor is boited directly
to the head of the cylinders and the
passages are given a downward slope
from the carburetor through the
valves. Perfect combustion is thus
assured since the combination OF
gravity flow of the mixture and the
hot manifold inspres perfect distri-
button and complete com bustion Of
fuel Every drop of gasoline is at
omized and burned.
"In addition, all destructive vibra-
ton practically is eliminated by an
exceptionally heavy and stiff crank
shaft scientifically counterbalanced.
The pistons also are made very light
This insures a smooth, even flow Of
power at all speeds and the elimina-
ton of vibrations means not only
comfort in riding but the reduction
of upkeep to a minimum and long
life for the motor"
South Bend news-times. (South Bend, Ind.) 1913-1938, 1919-03-09

Where does the delightful mus
perfume come from and of what j.
It made? Virtually the whole of tn
worlds supply is exported from :
town In China called Tachienlu. tn
gateway of Tibet. This musk is sc
creted in the pouch of the male deel
in this region during certain season.
OF the year. These small animals
about twenty-five inches high an(
three fet long, are almost extermin
ated in order to obtain this pene
trating odor. and about 5000 pound.
was the total obtained in one year.