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Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1920-02-12
E. q. PARSONS TO RECOVER
Was Operated on After Shooting B,
Highwayman.

4 letter from Mrs. Il. g. Parsons,
Kansas City, to DR.. II. i. Felty says
that Mr.. Parsons, who is in the hos
pital will recover. according to the
surgeons. He was shot Monday
night by a holdup man, the bullet
passing thru the abdomen. An oper-
alton was Immediately performed
after he was picked up on the street
and taken to the hospital. 1t will be
some weeks before he will fully re-
cover. Mr.. Parsons was for three
years principal of the Abilene school
but recently has been collector for
Il life insurance company at Kansas
CITY.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1920-02-12
CHAPMAN

a number of Chapman men went
ito Abilene to attend special meet
ling of the Masonic lodge lats Mon
day night.
Rev. and Mrs. Kelsey and Mr.. and
Mrs j. w. Talbot drove to Abilene
last Tuesday afternoon.
Mr.. Ralph Bingham gave his
number of the lecture course at The
high school last Saturday evening
His work was very much appreciat-
ed.
A grand child of Mr. and Mrs
Victor Williams died at their home
here while the mother was here on 4
visit Her home is in Lincoln. Neb
The funeral was held last WedneS-
day afternoon
Mr.. Austin Sanborn was in Kan
sas City attending the Lumbermen s
association last week On his way
home he stopped in Lawrence to Wis
it university friends.
Mrs. Maud Hall went to the T.. A.
Hassler home in Rinehart township
to assist in caring for the sick. Sev-
eral members Of the family are III.
Mrs. G. +. O'Bryon was visiting
in Junction city the first Of the
week
The sewer work is being pushed
at this time. The machine digger
was working on Sunday.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1920-02-12
MORE OIL EXCITEMENT
Slim Jim Co. viii Go Farther Down
After Big Pool.

Excitement over the oil showing
on the Slim Jim oil and gas lease
19-15-5. last Friday, continued to
grow as the bit went deeper and the
showing improved steadily while GO
ing thru the porous rock until this
morning at 2.230 feet it went into
shallow water bearing sand. In all
twelve or fifteen barrels of oil Were
brought up by the bailer, mixed
with the water and slush. Owners
are greatly pleased with the show
ing and will go on down. They ex-
meet to find the big sand at 1900
feet. Visitors from all over the
state visit the well daily.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1920-02-12
FIRST BROWN SUGAR
Local Groceries Have First Supply
OF 1t In Four Months.

Several local groceries, this morn
ing received the first shipment OF
brown sugar which has come tc
them in four months.
White sugar Is still coming in
limited quantities and the sales arc
cut down to a 25-cent package to a
customer The consignment of
brown sugar is encouraging how
ever. as there have been many or
ders for that which it has been inn
possible to fill. The local dealers ex-
pect no immediate relief from the
shortage Of white sugar.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1920-02-12
PROTECT DYE INDUSTRIES
England Would Take Steps to Es-
tablish Herself.

London. Feb. THE need for
government protection Of leading
british key industries was emphasiz
ed by several experts at meeting
or the society Of chemical industry.
one speaker who had visited the
German chemical works Of the
Rhine Valley. described them as
zone huge and highly efficient or
ganization temporarily paralyzed
but capable Of supplying 80 per cent
OF the worlds needs of dyes, with
the necessary raw materials ana
1abor.n
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1920-02-12
LANEY DISTRICT
larry Fulton is i'll.

Harry Fulton Is i'll.
Mr.. and Mrs j. b. Stofford Of
Greeley. are here visiting THEN
daughter aud family, Mrs. VIII
Romberger.
NJ. G. Barrett has been hauling
Ii to Abilene for Len ingalls,.
Will Romberger. who has been III
for two weeks Is able to be ont
again.
Walter Laney has another Ford
son tractor.
The Ayers boys sawed wood the
first of the week.
Ver Mccoy and family called at
the home Of VIII Romberger Mon
day evening.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1920-02-12
Going Back to Europe.

]. \. Engle left for Emporia arter
a visit with relatives here. He will
return to Europe next week to con-
tinue work under the y. NJ. q. A.
He expects to go to Czecho- Slavia
tho in what capacity he does not
know. It may be in educational
work. "but / don't know their Ian
guage," he said. He may conduct
Y. M. c. A. huts similar to those Of
the war Mrs. Engle viii accompany
him and they expect to have a great
experience for the next year or so.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1920-02-12
Lectures on Bible Land.

The illustrated lectures by Rev
w. r. Miller at the Holland church
are proving very interesting Thoy
will continue each evening this
week On Sunday, Feb. Is Rev
Miller will preach at IL A. m, al
Z 80 p. m. he will give the thrilling
experience Of the capture of himself
and party by the Arabs while on
one Of his European trips. All are
invited to all of these services.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1920-02-12
KANSAS CITY MARKET.
(AHsOcTated Preaa1

Kansas City, Feb. 11.-Cattle re-
celpts 5000; very slow, STEADY "a
weak
Cattle
$3.50 to $1,000
Dressed beef steers
$500 to $14.75
Cows and heifers:
$500 to $1,000
HOgs-
Receipts 10000 - to 40 higher
.$1A40 to $14S5, top $15.5O
Corn
Feb. S1.39, May S1.319s, July
.$1.2SH Sept. $1.231a.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1920-02-12
ILLINOIS TAX RATE
REDUCED 80 PER CENT

Springfield, ILL.,, Feb. G.-Gov.
Frank O. L0wden of Illinois has one
hobby in the administration of pub
lie affairs. That is strict economy
in the expenditure Of the people )
money. He has given Illinois busi.
ness mans administration.
by efficient management he was
able to reduce the tax rate in IIll-
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1920-02-12

nois 80 per cent in two years, thus
saving $I.0000O0 annually to the
tax payers Illinois was the only
state in the union to reduce its tax
rate during the war. In many states
taxes were increased.
While most public executives
were talking about it Governor Low.
den actually planned ana put into
eject a comprehensive reconstrue-
tion program for Illinois year be-
fore the armistice was signed. GOV
ernor Lowden has demonstrated In
Illinois that good government is 4
profitable Investment for the people
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1920-02-12

Washington, Feb 6.-Another day
Of snow and high winds along the
Atlantic coast from Maryland to
Maine is forecast by the weather
bureau. The peak of the storm is
New England where is the heaviest
fan of snow in the east this winter,
twenty inches being reported.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1920-02-12
HOPE SCHOOL CLOSED
Flu Hit Them And Pupils Study at
Home Now.

In Hope it has been necessary to
close the school for a short time on
account Of the Influenza epidemic,
and teachers have made assignments
of lessons to many classes, in par
ticularly to the high school for home
study. These assignments nearly
Ieover the subject matter in the. text
books up to February 10th, when il
is hoped school can be again opened.
Picture shows too are under closing
orders there
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1920-02-12
LANE RESIGNS
CABINET JOB

Washington, Feb. 7.-Secretary
Lane of the department of the inter
ior has placed his resignation in the
hands of the president. II has been
known for some time that the sec
rotary intended resigning when con
venient for the president.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1920-02-12

Mrs. Daisy A. McClanahan has
filed suit for divorce from her hus-
band James A. McClanahan. They
were married in June Of 1908 and
have three children. minors, Of
whom the mother asks the custody
She also asks aHmony.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1920-02-12
SUGAR HIGH ENOUGH
w. w. Watson Believes it Will Not
Exceed Present Price.

Despite rumOrs TO the contrary,
w. w. Watson, president of the
Watson Durand Kasper Grocer
company in Salina, does not believe
sugar will 90 higher soon. AT
least" he said today. Il can see no
reason for it. | think ii is high
enough now The eastern towns are
paying more than we are. Our price
to the retail trade is S16.65 II 100
pound sack
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1920-02-12
BUILDING COPPER CIRCUIT
United Toll Line to Have 100 Miles
of New Wires.

Workmen from Abilene are busy
constructing Il new copper circuit
for the United Telephone Co. from
Salina to Ga Crosse. 1t is of new
copper wire and will reach the
towns Of Brookville, Ellsworth,
Claflin, Iolyrood, Hoxie and La
Crosse. Much Of the material is al
ready on the ground and other shio-
ments are arriving.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1920-02-12
Mrs. Il. s. Buick Dead.

Mrs. II. $. Buzick jr.. well known
here. died at her home AT Sylvan
Grove Monday of Influenza pneu-
monia. She was formerly Miss Fay
Morgan of Clay Center. Mrs. eBn
Westfall. Ellsworth. Is Il sister.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1920-02-12

"Flour prices here have not reach
ed as high figures as at Minneap-
oils" said w. A. Chain Of the Sc
curity Mills today. "Our highest
price was $3.50 for top patent. In
the past two weeks 1t has dropped
80 cents and is now $13 barrel. "
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1920-02-12
Lewis Geauque Injured.

Lewis Geauque. an old time resi-
dent of Abilene. had the misfortune
TO slip and fall this morning, result
ing in a broken hip. His many
old friends viii be sorry to learn of
his misfortune
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1920-02-12
PoIIed Shorthorns.

For sale now: several young bull
Of seryiceable age also 4-year ole
herd bull Has proven 100 pc
cent dehorner.
EASTER BROS, Abilene.
Phone 1902 Acme.
29W4t- deTh4t
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1920-02-12
COUNCIL HOLDS
FIRST SESSION
CA.sociated Pres.)

London, Feb. 1.-THE council OF
the league Of nations met in the his
torlc picture gallery at st. James
palace, built by Henry the eighth,
today The opening meeting was
of formal nature. The nations
represented are Belgium, Brazil,
Great Britain. France, Greece. Italy,
Japan and Spain.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1920-02-12
FLOUR DROP
OF FIFTY CENTS

Minneapolis, Feb. 11.-For the
second time within a week nour
dropped fifty cents barrel today
The decline is attributed to the
uncertain and erratic wheat situa-
tion. Standard -four is $13.25 a
barrel here.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1920-02-12
CINCINNATI is FIRST
(Associated Press)

Washington. Feb. 11.-Cinein-
natl is the first city to complete the
fourteenth decennial census was an
nounced today.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1920-02-12

Born, Feb. ;, to Mr. and Mrs.
Il. T.. Chronister son.
Norwich bulletin., 1920-10-15
The Great Shadow. rtneIy p,r.za s1
 Today, Starring Tyrone Fewer.

Nothing could be more timely than ( picture which shows the growth of un- rest, the danger of bolshevisrn as an in- huence making for integrztion he- tween capital and labor. and the power of capital and labor working in har- nlony to bring prosperity ont of ehaos and ruin. -s s .-
 See such a picture. The Great Shzd- ow. at the Strand.
 The story is dramatic, and It's work. ing out on the screen is done 10 the ae. compartment of thrills and tense mo- -ments The dominating figure Is the fore man Of big sbipbuilding plant. play ed by one of the most distinguished actors on the EnElish-spesking stsge Tyrone Power. a well qualified both rfy- sically and otherwise to depict such a character. His work Is distinguished by restraint forcefulness and magnetism
 Miss Dorothy Bernard. leading vo- man of The Great Shadow is a ezPa- ble actress who has appeared on the speaking stage and screen in many prominent parts. Her last appearance on the screen was in Little Women She is a beautiful girl. ard well qualified for the part she portrzys' -----.
Norwich bulletin., 1920-10-15

about the body. The other three had only slight cuts. pr. c. A. Jenkins treated the injured men at St Joseph's hospital, but all were able to go to their homes
 wrecking car was sent out to the scene of the accident to bring in the dam aged car, but upon arrival nothing was left of the Studebaker but a mass of ruins, fire having broken out after the occupants had left the scene and com pletely destroyed the car.
 Tonight (Friday) Senator Frank B. Brandegee, Congressman Richard P Freeman and Everett J. Lake. candidate for governor, will speak at the republi- can rally to be held at the town hall at 8 o'clock under the auspices of the Wind ham Republican club Prior to the rally | the American band is to give a concert and short street parade.
 i The Cox and Roosevelt club have elected the following as their officers l: President John McKenna; vice presi- dents, George Pellquin, Thomas A. Shea, John Marcowski and Frank P. Lombardo secretary. Albert J. Picnic treasurer, Frank M. Lincoln; finance committee, James P. Mustard, John R. Pickett, Ar thur Rasicot. Michael A. Sullivan and Pierre J. Larramee. The club was organ i ized on Tuesday evening of this week fol- 1 lowing the democratic caucus.
Norwich bulletin., 1920-10-15

when she was away The couple have six children aged from seven months to sixteen years, therefore Judge Frank H. Foss was inclined to be lenient with Dumbinski. He fined him one dollar and costs amounting to $915 which was paid, and gave him a jail sentence of thirty days, judgment being suspended. Judge Foss warned him that another such charge would result in his receiving a heavy penalty, plus the sentence sus- pended.
 Eddie John entered a pea of guilty to intoxication. He admitted he had been drinking and had fallen asleep. but claimed he was able to take care of him. self. It was not Johns first appearance at court and a fine of ten dollars and costs amounting to s17.50 was imposed. the accused paying his bill.
 Samuel Spellman and Edward Jarvis. who were arrested Wednesday for intox- ication pleaded guilty. They stated they had been working in Eagleville for the past three weeks Spellman claimed he had taken only near bear but thought it had been doctored He said his home was in Derby. and this was his first of fense. Jarvis gave his home as Woon- socket. He remembered some man tell ing him to get some soda, which he did, and three bottles of jakey finished him. He admitted having been arrested once previous on a charge of intoxication. Fines of five dollars and costs were inn posed on each. totalling $12.15.
 The American Thread Company off claIs announced Thursday that the plant would go on shorter time than during the past few weeks. The manufacturing pant is to be shut down for the week of OctolCr 18th and remain closed IT ~.l Monday, October 25th. From this time on but three days will constitute the working week, three days of 3-4 hours, or week of 26 If hours. The finish ing departments, that have been on a three-day week for some time, beginning Monday October 18th, will go on a two day week. Employees in this department will work r 1-2 hours a week.
 This announcement affected the 2.700 or more employees of that company work ing in this city but it was announced that the short time would affect all plants operated by the company. The company has posted notices that the short time will continue only until busi- ness conditions warrant longer working hours.
 ham employees were notified that their ! be five days, opening on Monday and ] closing on Friday.
 i These two announcements. closely fol lowing the announcement of shortened hours at the Windham Silk Company and the Holland Manufacturing Company af- ! fected a good share of the employees oi
Norwich bulletin., 1920-10-15
PROF. TERRELL To.ExPLAIN S
 MECHANICS or YorINa-

At the Community House on Tuesdzy. the 18th. at ?. m Henry A. Tirreils of the Academy Eil address the N--,sznis Guild of the United church one the Me chanics of Voting" All are invi.ed wheth CT members or attendants of the United church. The meeting is an open one and it is hoped that. all of those who are privileged 10 vote in the coming election. especially those to whom the franchise has recently been extended and those who have just reached their ma jority ~.Ii take advantage of this opportunity to hear \ non-psrtisan talk on how to register ones vote. The object of the meeting is not to attempt 10 show anyone for whom they should vote, but how to vote Men and women of all shades of political thought will be made welcome. An oppor- tunity will be given to ask questions of the speaker at the close Of the meeting. While he makes no guarantee that ho can answer them all IL Is believed thae the opportunity for a full and free dlS- cussion will be appreciated and. helpful. This meeting on next Tuesday evening is the first meeting of the reorganized woman's federation Of the United church and cordial welcome will be extended t0 all men or women of this community.
Norwich bulletin., 1920-10-15
BREED rHEArRE.

For its feature attraction today ana tomorrow the Breed will present Clara f&imball Young in magnificent new production, The Forbidden Woman. This Is the highest form of idealized moving picture entertainment. It is a feast for the eye in regal settings and production details; and a beautiful love story of two continents. brilliantly enacted by Clara Kimball Young and a superb cast, which includes such noted players as Mir. Conway Tearle. Kathryn Adams, Winter Hall and Master Stanton Williams.
 Charlie Chaplin will also be seen h The Cure. a Chaplin classic and the Pathe News will complete the bill for today and Saturday. Four shows Sat. urday, at 1-so 5, SIS and SIS.
Norwich bulletin., 1920-10-15
How To Overcome
THAT AWFUL REACTION CAUSED
 BY INFLUENZA

Influenza, Grippe, or any severe sick ness leaves the blood poor, thin and devitalized, and the system weak, run down and in a nervous condition. The one great remedy to create strength after sickness is Vinol, be- cause it contains the tissue building elements of fresh cods' Hvers, aided by the blood, strength and vitality making elements of tonic iron, beef peptone and glycerophosphates. It creates a hearty appetite, aids digestion, quick ems the circulation, and every nerve organ and muscle of the body is soon filled with new strength, energy and vitality.
 There are many people in this city who will tell you from personal ex- perience what Vinol has done for them
Norwich bulletin., 1920-10-15
LIBERTY HILL

Mary Taylor, S5. widow of James NJ. Clarke, died at the home of her daughter
 Mrs. Henry V. Oehlers, Wednesday morn- ing. Oct. 9th. She leaves the daughter with whom she lived and son, both of this place, four grandchildren and three great-grandchildren MT. and Mrs. Clarke lived together 65 years, 55 of which were spent here. Mrs. Clarke was a member of the Baptist church of Lebanon Center, which she joined when quite young. She was always a very active and devoted Christian. She was a fine singer and ex- ceedngly fond of sacred music A large
Norwich bulletin., 1920-10-15
WOODSTOCK VALLEY

\. F. Renier. Dr. and Mrs. Randall of Providence and Mir. and Mrs. Fred Goss of RoXbury, Mass, spent Sunday at Ma plewood farm.
 Il. R. Wilson entertained his brothers family from Philadelphia last week.
 Mrs Amos Kenyon has returned from Putnam.
 Several from here attended the repub- lican caucus at South Woodstock Mon- day.
 3Irs. Ellen Greene has returned from Clinton. Mass. Mrs. Emily Wilson of Putnam visited the Hiscox sisters last week. Mrs. Allen W. Kenyon spent Tuesday and Wednesday of last week in Pomfret
 Robert Shaner died Sunday after a | long illness.
Norwich bulletin., 1920-10-15

circle of friends mad neighbors mourn her loss.
 Henry V. Oehlers has returned to New York city postohice.
 At the republican caucus held in Leba- non Center Monday afternoon 249 votes were cast The following were nominat- cd: For representatives, Stanley Briggs and Arthur Hewitt; judge of probate, George Briggs.
 Miss Ruth Rodgers went to her home in Longneadow, Mass, for the week end. She teaches the district school
Norwich bulletin., 1920-10-15
SPECIAL ATTRACTION AT STRAND.

Three days. commencing Monday, the 18th. the management has received un- der big expense, the big musical revue, The Movie Girl with the fayoribe come dians. Billy 6 Artie Lewis, Wilbur Dwyer Police Wallace, Ali Curtis, Elsie Calvert and big dashing chorus. Jan, pep. music. girls. Pretty girls that can ling and dance. Gorgeous costumes. special effects and scenery. Change ot show will be made daily. The Moyis Girl Musical Revue at the Strand, three days only, starting Oct. 1s. A show for the whole family. Don't forget the dates. Come one, come all
Norwich bulletin., 1920-10-15
THE BIRD OF PARADISE.

The Bird of Paradise will be at the Loomer Opera House, willimantic, on Friday night, Oct. Is for one perform ance only.
 The play is produced by Richard Wal ton Fully and was written by him, who became known as the atmospheric writer of America Miss Ann Reader, who has the honor of being the sixth Luanz, win head the east, being supported by we'll balanced company. "A quintette of ns- tive Hawaiian players and singers are carried and their music is one of the striking features of the play -'.
Norwich bulletin., 1920-10-15
Fortunate Deficiencies,

The news that General Diaz is back ing new revolution in Mexico would be more disturbing if General Diaz hadn't the reputation as a good start CT without a good battery or an eff cient nerator.-Louisville Courier Journal
Norwich bulletin., 1920-10-15

Four cases were heard in the police
 court Thursday morning. John Dum- binsEi of North Windham, charged with assault on his wife, Nellie entered a plea of guilty but claimed he had good cause for striking her she had been continually nagging bim about another woman. Mrs. Dumbinski appeared at court, her eye still showing the effects of her encounter with her husband. Mrs. Dumbinski sated that the woman in the case resided in Willimantic but had been visitor at her home on many occasions,
Norwich bulletin., 1920-10-15
What Is Goinr On Tonight

Vaudeville and Mosioa P.-.ures sa he Strand
 Motion Pictures al Srecd> Thes4-A
 Vaudeville and Motion Pictures at Davis Theatre.
 R O. Fletcher Pest. No, 4. A. l.. meets at 25 Shetucket Street
 Court City of Norwich. No. co. F. of A.. meets in Foresters' Hall.
 White Cross Council, No. 13, K Of C. meets ta K. of c. Home .o-i.;,
 Hugh H. Osgood Lodge No. 692O, L O. O. F., M. U., meets in Pythi2n Hall.
Norwich bulletin., 1920-10-15
ANNNtIMCEMENrS
west Thames Street Property soll

West Thames Street Property Sold.
 Mabel S standish has purchased from William and Caroline L. Witte the at- tractive residence located at 124 West Thames street Mrs Standish has bought the property for a home James L. Case negotiated the sale
Norwich bulletin., 1920-10-15

Durham.-Middlesex County Boys and Girls Sheen club made splendid show ing at the Durham fair. The sheep ex- hibit at this fair was the largest show of sheep held in this county for many years
Norwich bulletin., 1920-10-15

A diplomat is a man with an sre 10 grind who gets another man to turn the grindstone and makes him believe, that he is being entertained.
Norwich bulletin., 1920-10-15
WILLIMANTIC

Norwich Bulletin. wilIimantic OGice. g Church street.. Telephone 1O5.
Norwich bulletin., 1920-10-15
HOOSIER. Eao

Get a HOOSIER KITCHEN CABINET = the household convenience most appreciated in hot weather. Note the one detail shown above - the metal-and-glass flour bin that keeps the flour sweet and clean all summsr long. Easy to fill-never dented, never spills, never gets out of order. Come in and let us show you the many other exclusive Hoosier features.
Norwich bulletin., 1920-10-15

eHERE ns advertising medium in xAftern CDnDerttcut equal to The Bulie- nA3fnr bustnees ..s=i.A