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Norwich bulletin., 1920-09-28
A FEW LITTLE TRICKS

should have to be sent iG be cleaned, the cleaner would not take responsibility for a waist with a hole in it. I suggested her mending it. She said it would draw, spelling the contour of the tuck. knew that that woman had cut that hole, Abut what was I to do?'
 You could have offered to get her an- other from the steckrooms.
 T did offer, my dear I sent girl flying after a fresh one, But We had no more. That was an exclusive pat tern; expensive, too. No doubt her hus- band had refused to let her keep a l S57.50 blouse, so she cut the hole to get 1 the thing for half price. I was obliged | to take off a few cents, so I reduced it the amount of the war tax, and no more | Just as you say, couldn't prove any thing. But I am pretty good judge oi 1 human nature I noted that wonan's closely set jade green eyes; her blon- dined hair; her beaded bag, where tht beads had been ripped and replaced, SC | that the design was altered enough tc make them reduce the price but so nc one would notice it"
 ''Blondined! Green eyed! It's tnt same woman, I'll bet my faithful peca1 lands! Alice Miller, in the purses, tolt me or SOIl1eOne WHO udu puilSu d 'Stull like that-bringing back a bag the sam' morning it was bought so that no on' suspected her having altered it. I knoy she's the same. I'll never forget, whel we were arguing, how her eyes looked 4 like little hard green peewees---' I've got her name,' suddenl. thought the buyer of b1ouses aloud. C put it in my book with others that foru my suspicious list"
 Thank goodnessl' breathed the hea
 of the millinery. Lets take it up t
 MT. Blank in person. While he didn'
 blame me, he didn't quite understan' the incident of the bent brim."
 Hell know now that she was merel
 trying to defect attention from her ow
 crookedness,'' said the blouse buyer
 consulting her list of suspicious custom
 CTS.
 And I'll guarantee that he'll see tha
 she gets the adjustment that's comin to her. replied the head of the milli . nery.-Chicago News.
Norwich bulletin., 1920-09-28

available horsepower that has taken place in New England. We have shown the way and there remain great oppor- tunities for the utilization of this cheap power for there are a number of states which have undeveloped waterpower amounting to several times that of al New England. With such developed to the degree that it is in New England there would be a. tremendous contribu- ton to the demand for cheaper power and under the methods that are ernrloy- ed today the transmission to points where it could be used ought not to be
 impossible.
Norwich bulletin., 1920-09-28

The chamber of commerce member ship drive has gone over the top with flying colors and 1t Is to be hoped and expected that the yearly record of ac. compiishment of the reorganized body will bs ennazly sakiz1aA1axx.
Norwich bulletin., 1920-09-28

The G. A. R. in national convention has changed it's ritual to read "ons country, one language and one flag" Tn importance of the language requirement not heretofore used, was emphasized b! the late war.
Norwich bulletin., 1920-09-28

College of Agriculture and Forestry says that a small wrench, a singietree, and an extra share should be provided with every blow; that the blow should be painted red, and that it should bear a Chinese name.-Commerce Reports.
Norwich bulletin., 1920-09-28

The New York young man who wrote on the wall that an elevated station was to be blown up, and did 1t as a joke, probably thought the We'll street affair was tremendously funny.
Norwich bulletin., 1920-09-28

It isn't the transit of explosives through the streets that endansers hu. man life but the freedom that is given to those who are advocating and work Ing for death and destruction. ~
Norwich bulletin., 1920-09-28
EDITORIAL NOTES

The man on the corner says: Con- mon sense isn't acquired through col lege education
Norwich bulletin., 1920-09-28

Some people had gotten ready to
 crawl into their shell for the winter
 before September warmed up but we've still got Indian summer coming yet.
Norwich bulletin., 1920-09-28

The Isle of Pines promises to become an important producer of iron, copper and other ores, as eleven mines have been located.
Norwich bulletin., 1920-09-28

Babe" Ruth has made 5s home runs this year but he isn't the kind to quit until the season is ever.
Norwich bulletin., 1920-09-28

What promising picture it must be for the Italians when they get word from the reds i'll Russia to make Italy like Russia.
Norwich bulletin., 1920-09-28

Senator Brandegee has shown during his years in the senate that he is the man for Connecticut to return to the up per house of congress.
Norwich bulletin., 1920-09-28
stand by the Meal rsetet

If MT. Burleson should take to putting ties on the tracks in frcnf Of the onoern- ing mail trans, to delay things stifl M-- ther, we suppose the Postrnasters' Aesc- citation would endorse hinL-ohio Stats Journal
Norwich bulletin., 1920-09-28

Sweden 1855 the Dutch did
 
 
 
  lime of the Revolution 1t became independent state
  s70 miles participation presidential election limited to three electors This arranged according to population Each influence varies from Delawares three Yorks 45 derivation to  Virginia D
Norwich bulletin., 1920-09-28
THE STORY of Our STATES
DELAWARE
By JONATHAN BRAcE-CopyriqE

TO DELAWARE falls the honor of being the first of the original thirteen states. On December T. 17S7 it officially adopted the Constitution and thus was made beginning of our present Federal government. Ac- cording to the seventh article of the Constitution however, it necessary for nine states to ratfy it before it actually into force So it not until the following June by which time eight other states had accepted the Constitution, that the United States of America actually came into being.
 The early history of Delaware varied one It started in 16SS when small party of Swede set al the of DelavZare river ad
Norwich bulletin., 1920-09-28

If it wasn't for his wife mEz would never know anything worth knowing about his neighoors.
Norwich bulletin., 1920-09-28

As if to emphasize the service they are 10 the public jitrey drivers have gone on a strike for more money.
Arizona republican., 1920-06-28
COLBY WILL LEAD
 ADMINISTRATION
 FORCES ON FLOOR
IRepubIiean A. ?. Leased Wirel

SAN FRANCISCO. June 27-Bain- bridge Colby, secretary of state, has been selected as floor leader for the administration forces at the Demo- cratic convention. He sits as a dele gate from the District of Columbia and comes as one of President Wilson's s spokesnen. MT. Colby conferred with the president just before starting for San Francisco.
 Chairman Cummings of the Demo cratic national committee. it was an nounced tonight, will take personal charge of the administration program of electing Senator Glass of Virginia, chairman of :he resolutions committee, in the face Of the fight being made to elect Senator Walsh cf Montana.
 While Senator Walshs supporters disclaimed that theirs was an anti administration fight, the administra- ton forces, in selecting MT. Cummings to take charge of their interests, de- clared they regarded the movement as an anti administration one led by w. J. Bryan, although they did not con- sider Senator Walsh and anti-admin- iStration man.
Arizona republican., 1920-06-28
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l icating liquors shall be so defined as 1 to honestly accord with ascertained truth, and that no law shall be passed that will permit the manufacture. sale or gift of any beverage that is, in fact, intoxicating. or prohibit the manufac- ture. sale or gift of any beverage that is, in fact, not intoxicating
 We favor an amendment to the federal constitution requiring all amendments hereafter proposed thereto to be ratified or rejected by a referen- dunn of the qualified voters Of the sev- eral states of the union.Y
 "Mr. Bryan's is a bone dry plank. 9 said Mir BurIeson. 'Tt upholds a law vetoed by a Democratic president. My plank neither dodges nor straddles and I believe expresses the sentiment of the great majority of the people of the l United States"
 His alternative plank, for a ban on actual intoxicating beverages only, MT. Burleson said could be supported by the issue.
 Speaks For Self Only
 That he was not speaking either for the "nodificationists' or the president was emphasized by Mir. Burleson. The administration forces appeared divided on the whole question, MT. Rurleson being supported by Secretary Colby, 
 Glass of Virginia, regarded as equally close to tie administration, are in the dry lineup.
 Additional fuel to the flames over prohibition were added by MT. Bryan in an address today under auspices of the San Francisco Y. M. c. A., in which the Nebraskan reiterated his views on what he regards as the paramount issues.
 Asvigorous attack on Mir. Bryan was issued by James K. Nugent, New Jer- sey wet leader, who is the states rep resentative on the resolutions commit tee. Mir Bryan was characterized by Mr Nugent as a paid agent of the Anti Saloon league" The Nebraskan, MT. Nugent declared, was not a true Democratic, but should head the pro- hibition party
 Besides his prohibition plank, MT. Bryan also announced that tomorrow he would make public his proposed blanks to deal with profiteering and the treaty of Versailles including the league of nations. and his industrial and labor relations plank on Tuesday.
Arizona republican., 1920-06-28
ACCLAIM VILLA AS
 ONLY TRUE PATRIOT
 IF MEXICAN NATION
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WASHINGTON, June 27.-Declaring in favor of the restoration of the con- stitution of 1857 and describing Fran cisco Villa as the only leader who disinterestedly and periodically com bats and will continue to combat for the welfare of the people and for the establishment of constitutional or der" ten generals. including Villa s chief Of staff, and more than 90 other officers and a number of civilians, have issued a manifesto to the Mexican people announcing their position in the present Mexican situation.
 The manifesto a copy of which reached Washington today, was issued at Hacienda Salaices. district or ,jininez, Chihuahua. It states that the "Agua Prieta" plan, which is to be the standard of the new liberal con stituUonal government. like that of Guadalupe, will be a cause of discord for the future and in consequence will bring serious evil to the country.
 1t further states that the "signers of the manifesto want the reign of de- mocracy, through government of the people. by the people and not that succession of tyrants be sought by means Of treason, intrigue. disloyalty. cowardicc and crime. assa ssiua tins someone to elevate someone else"
 Product Of ue" military coup, T the manifesto says. 'thc aimc which intends tp establish iJ~c'f in the country. with the same passions the same jcalousics. the same ambitions
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Arizona republican., 1920-06-28
Enjoys compIete Rest

TARTAN, N. J., June 27-Senator w. C.. Harding, Republican presiden- tial nominee, enjoyed his first day of rest since he was nominated two weeks ago at the country home of his friend and colleague, Senator J. R. Frelinghuysen. here today.
 Fatigued after several months hard work in the senate, interposed with a strenuous pre-convention campaign and numerous conferences since he was nominated, Senator Harding has given up all political work during his stay here and is devoting most of his time to relaxation. He has seen no political callers and no definite en- agreements have been made for him here. The plan of doing a little work on his speech of acceptance while here has been abandoned and the senator will not resume compilation of the draft until after he returns to Wash ington.
 The senator and Mrs. Harding at tended church this morning and spent the rest of the day quietly at the Hills the Frelinghuysen ancestral estate.
 Senator and Mrs. Frelinghuysen and their eldest daughter, Victoria, accom- panied Senator and Mrs. Harding to church. Apparently but few persons in town were aware of the presence of their distinguished visitor, as less than 100 persons attended the service and there was only a handful of the curious outside to catch a glimpse of the nom inee as he entered and left the edifice
 There was no departure from the usual church service. An American flag at the right of the pulpit was the only decoration.
Arizona republican., 1920-06-28
IF SELECTED WILL ACCEPT CANDIDACY, ANNOUNCEMENT FROM SPOKESMAN DECLARES
Eleventh Hour Statement From Commit teeman Love Disrupts Situation of Can didates Deck Cleared for Opening Session Shortly Before Noon Today
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SAN FRANCISCO, June 27-Announcement here tonight that w c. McAdoo would reject the Demo- cratic presidential nomination overturned the whole s- aon candidates before the convention which is now to have its "big three"
 National Committeeman Love of Texas, regarded as McAdoos spokesman without giving specifications pub cly stated he had assurances that MT McAdoo would accept if nominated.
 He declined to ampify his statement.
 MT. Loves statement follows:
 "The question is frequently asked whether in view of Mr McAdoos sincere desire that his not be pre- scented to the convention he would accept the nomination if made.
 q say with assurance that if nominated he would accept.
 "The constantly increasing demand for MT. McAdoo's nomination among arriving uninstructed delegates vinces that he will be nominated Texas will cast 40 votes for him from the beginning until he nominated
Arizona republican., 1920-06-28
BACKS MARSHALL
 AS DARK HORSE
 OF CONVENTION

SAN FRANCISCO, June 27. Former Senator Salisbury of Della ware came out for Vice President Marshall today as the most avail able man for the presidential nomi- nation He predicted a deadlock on McAdoo, Cox and Palmer
 'In that event" he said. the vice president occupies a position of great advantage owing to his of ficial position and his well known merit as a campaigner and a public official. He would make an ad- mirable compromise candidate. and in case of tie-up l think his chances will prove equal to the best"
 MT. Salisbury said the vice presi- dent would be placed in nomination and his name kept before the con vention to the end of the balloting.
Arizona republican., 1920-06-28

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Arizona republican., 1920-06-28

"'The open saloon has been generally condemned by the American people as menace 10 society and the well being of the people and it's restoration should not be tolerated. The validity Of the eIehteenth amendment 10 the constitu- ton having been sustained by the su- 1rcmn court, any law enacted under it's authority must be strictly enforced, but we demand of the congress that intox-
Arizona republican., 1920-06-28

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Arizona republican., 1920-06-28
SAYS MAD0O WILL NOT REJECT N0MlN TION
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 Children Lose
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 ELLWOOD CITY, Pa, June 27.- Seven persons were burned to death in fire which destroyed the kraus block in Lawrence avenue here today. Damage to the prop erty is estimated at $35,0o0.
 The origin of the fro is un- known. The dead are a mother, Mrs. James CarIin, and her six children, ranging in age from il years to weeks.
Arizona republican., 1920-06-28
PISTOL DUEL ENDS FATALLY

DUBLIN, Ga, June 27.-H U. Jen- l1ins. wealthy farmer and former mayor of Caldwell, a. town 20 miles from here, was killed and four other men were wounded in a pistol duel between mem bers Of rival political factions Satur- day night, according to reports re- ceiVed today. The wounded include Hiram Mullins, mayor of Caldwell. and C C. Caldwell a farmer. neither of whom are expected 10 live, and John Quiling and John BedingleId.
Arizona republican., 1920-06-28
CAMPAIGN VISIT
 BY HARDING IS
 SOUGHT BY WEST
Senators and Party Leaders Urge Nominee to Make Swing Through Western States = Busy Week to Precede Departure for His Marion Home
LRepubIIean A. ?. Leased wIrel

WASHINGTON, June 27-Plans of Senator Harding, Republican presiden tial candidate, to conduct a front porch" campaign is opposed by some senators and other Republican leaders from the west. These leaders think the senator should make at least one swing around the circles with speeches in the principal cities of the west, so as to come in closer personal touch with the voters in that section.
 Under Senator Hardings present plans, he will spend virtually all his time between now and the election at his home in Marion, Ohio speaking to delegations from various parts of the country who will visit him there. Some short trips would be made by the senator to speak on set occasions in nearby cities.
 Request Western Swing
 Requests that the senator change his plans so as to include a western swing have been made to the nominee in per son and also to Chairman Hays of the national Republican committee by a number of party leaders from the west.
 Senator Harding, who with Mrs. Harding, is pending a few days at the home of Senator Frelinghuysen at Raritan, N J., is not expected to re- turn to Washington until toporrow night He will spend a busy week here before leaving next Saturday for Ma rion. Besides his conferences with Governor Coolidge, Republican vice presidential nominee on Wednesday, the senator plans to continue his con- ferences with progressive leaders. but the names of those he will see have not been made public.
 Tuesday the nominee will make an Standardization speech for a phono- graph record, which is to be released through the Republican national com mittee on July f. Before leaving Washington, he will have a final con- ference with Harry M. Daugherty of Columbus, Ohio, who was his man ager in the pre-convention campaign.
 Senator Harding plans to move his entire office force, consisting of about 70 persons, to Marion
The Birmingham age-herald., 1920-08-19
SAME OLD TREND
 IN STOCK MARKET ] AGAIN YESTERDAY
Local Monetary Conditions Provided the Bears With
 a Fresh Supply of Am munitiOn
B. Assoeisted Press

New York, August 1s.-The session of the stock exchange today differed in no essential particular from the listless and reactionary trend of recent days. Shorts again controlled the market and exerted fresh pressure against many of the more volatile issues.
 European affairs. as expressed by the Russo Polish crisis were once more an overshadowing influence. although this was perhaps less perceptible in the de- sultory movements of foreign exchange. Sterling, lire and marks were irregular ly lower, but the Paris rate strength ened.
 Local monetary conditions also pro- Vided the bears with fresh ammuni tion. Money continued to flow freq, this market to crop centers, with con sequent depletion of time funds and call loans rose to /cent in the final hour, after opening at the prevailing rate of per cent
 Advices from leading commercial cen ters were decidedly mixed, some sup porting the views of local financial in terests of gradual betterment. Recog- nized trade authorities made pointed al lusion, however, to the failure of the railroads to come into the market for new equipment
 Prices of stocks were mainly higher at the outset. but gave way under a series of selling movements during the intermediate and later periods. Motor metal, leather and sugar issues were most frequently singled out by the shorts. oils and shippings retrieving part of yesterdays losses at the irregu lar close.
 Trading in bonds was progressively dull but embraced an unusual number of issues. Many of the active domestic groups including Liberty bonds, eased slightly, but Dominion of Canada 5s of 1881 made Np yesterdays two point loss Sales (par value) aggregated $7300,000 Old U. S. bonds unchanged on call.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1920-08-19
New York Futures
American Cotton & Grain Excnange
New Orleans Cotton


 New Orleans August lS.-The heaviest kind of selling came on the cotton mar ret today following period of pro qounced strength in the early session, and it forced prices IA to 120 points down from the highest levels. The selling movement bore all the ear marks of manipulation and had for it's excuse the bearish interpretation the short side at- tempted to place on the weekly crop re- ports and the rumors, apparently en- irely without foundation. that Warsaw had been taken. The market remained weak to the close which was at net de- clines for the day of 61 to n points.
 In the early hours there was a good character of buying in evidence, coming from traders who were working on tho Letter reports from Poland and who ex- ,ected bullish weekly crop reports from he government. X better Liverpool than lue helped the buyers and the market finally went S5/ to 50 points over the lose of yesterday. The weekly crop re urns contained in the statement that he weather had been very unfavorabe Cor cotton, but bearish traders professed find satisfaction in details of the re ,or.s. They soon started determined selling under which the market gave round readily enough. The decline per listed until prices were 69 to S3 points inderS the close of yesterday October t fell to 5S.01.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1920-08-19
GRAIN STRENGTHENED
 IN ALL CHICAGO PITS; PROVISIONS STAND PAT
British Buyers Still Out of Market, But Good Shipping Was
 Carried On
By As,se,.t.s p,,a

V Chicago. August 1s.-Trade in the grain pits displayed considerable strength at the start today. but about mid-session the market reacted and prices declined from the highest points of the day. At the finish. wheat showed net gain of quarter to half cent. with December ta.3a to s2.3sh and March s2.4o%; corn was i F. to SA be- low yesterdays final quotation oats were off &c to 1, while provisions were almost at a standstill.
 Wheat showed good deal of firm ness, with buying by cash interests, while there was some covering by shorts. There was little pressure and ish buyers were still out of the market, but good shipping business in cash wheat was carried on with other for eign buyers.
 Corn early showed strength along with wheat, but prices did not hold, the break occurring when scattered rains were reported in Kansas and Ne braska and the buying power dropped off. The reaction was sharp, with Sep tember in the lead. Outside trade was limited and the market was easily in f1uenced.
 Oats moved in sympathy with corn, the bulk of trading being light in vol ume. with prices covering an extremely small range.
 Provisions were easier. with grains and hogs, and averages lower. with trade limited.