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Norwich bulletin., 1920-12-20
GROTON TO ASK
 SIDEWALK LEGISLATION

The borough of Groton at meeting Friday evening voted to petition the next general assembly to amend the charter as to sidewalks whereby the borough and the property owners will each assume one-half the expense of constructing the walks. This action was taken only after heated discussion in which Charles E. White stated that Groton had smaller idea of civic pride than any community of it's size that he knew People refuse to settle in Groton,'' he said, because of our poor sidewalks. They won't come over here because they realize that most of the time they wouldn't be able to leave their homes without wearing rubber boots.''
 A recommendation to increase the bonded indebtedness of the borough to $250, 900 for the purpose of retiring bonds which will mature in 1924 and for dispensing with temporary loans now pending was amended, at the suggestion of James WilIiams,~to the effect that authority be asked to issue bonds up to $150, 900 to cover the temporary loans only. MT. Williams argued that as the present bonded indebtedness of the bor- ough does not mature until 1924 action on that matter should be requested of the legislature in 1923. The amendment was accepted.
Norwich bulletin., 1920-12-20
REV. F. W. THoLEN URGES
 HELP FOR EUROPEAN CHILDREN

q cannot conceive either for myself or anyone else who knows of existing condi- tions of enjoying Christmas without helping in a measurs to alleviate ile pains of suffering millions, said Rev. F. w. Thoen, pastor of the Preston City Bap- tist church, Sunday evening in a state ment with reference to the pitiful nesds of the starving millions in Europe.
 Recently several prominent ministers, repsenting various denominations re- turned from abroad where they have personally investigated the appalling conditions of Central Europe and have reported that this very day three mill lion five hundred thousand children are suffering bangs of hunger and perhaps before long will die for want of nour-
 shment clothing or medical attention. Words cannot describe the misery and Restitution now existing as an after math of war but it should not be diffi- cult to believe the report of these min isters. Besides these suffering children there are millions of sick widowed, mothers who also will die unless some help is immediately forthcoming In our country at this time of the year most people are planning to make someone happy at Christmas; presents are bought, some are expensive, not ab- solutely necessary but if given the re- cipients will be pleased. Then there are those who are making arrangements for an elaborate Christmas dinner to which friends will be invited while in Europe three and one-half million children would be glad to receive a crust of bread. God has forgotten US" a hun gry little girl walled to her sister Tie sisters lip trembled, but she bravely replied: No Goo has lot forgotten us Ee las tcld somebody to help us, and that annlel9iy has rg e' us
 Appeals for help will in some cases fall upon deaf ears, some perhaps, who read these lines may harden their hearts to s.one but I cannot conceive either for myself or anyone else who know these existing conditions of en- toying Christmas without helping in a measure to alleviate the pains of | these suffering millions. James 15 -16)
Norwich bulletin., 1920-12-20
THE VALUE OF A SOUL TAUGHT
 BY ADVENT SEASON, SAYS PRIEST

Yesterday was the fourth and last Sun day of Advent that period of preparation for the advent of the Redeemer at Christi mas. In all the RoHNn Catholic churches the epistle for the Sunday was l. Cor. lv. 1-5. The gospel was Luke Ill. Is, em- bodying John the Baptist's preaching of the necessity of the baptism of penance for the remission of sins.
 At the high mass in St. Patrick's church Rev. Myles P. Calvin pointed out the fact that Advent is a proof of the value which God sets upon a soul. All the teaching of the church during this time of prepara- ton is designed to emphasize the fact that the Son of God came to rescue, sancufy and save souls.
 While all Catholics have firm belief in this wondrous fact, all do not put this belief into practice in their daily lives and actions What does it profit 8 man to gain the whole world, yet lose his soul? Or what will a man give in exchange for his soul? Realizing that God not only gave the immortal soul but bought it with His precious blood, men let the soul be defiled by sim say to evil as did Judas What will ye give me?" delivering the soul for s@-ae passing gain or pleasure Nothing which this world can offer can satisfy the human soul. St. Augustine has said, Thou hast made us, o. Lord, for Thyself and our souls can only find rest in Thee"
 The lesson of the practical sermon was the gratitude. the thanksgiving man owes God for the great gift of redemption, which should inspire the constant aim of keeping the soul undehled by sin no greater gift can be given the Saviour on the nearing feast of Christmas than g purified soul, worthy to receive Christ Himself in the holy eucharist on Christi mas morning.
 During the service beautiful bass solo, Et Incarnatus, was sung by John F. Doyle of the regular choir.
Norwich bulletin., 1920-12-20
MERGER ASSEMBLY, COMPLETES
 CHRISTMAS TREE PLAN

At the regular meeting of Mercier As- sembly No. 12, c. L. of C., held in St. Anne's rooms, Friday evening, final ar engagements were made for the Christmas Tree, to be held in T. A. B. hall, Sunday afternoon, December 26th. The members have been busy at work for several weeks dressing dolls and filling the Christmas stockings in order that everything might be in readiness for the coming of gcod old St. Nicholas. The society wishes also to thank all persons who have contrib uted in any way to the success of the undertaking, and special mention should
 be made of one generous citizen, who re- | gently sent a substantial check to help de- fray the expenses and bring happiness to many a little heart.
 Each child will receive an invitation.
 which comes direct from Santa Claus. re- i quiring them to be at the hall at thre< l o'clock on the afternoon mentioned. The presentation of this card at the door will
 admit them to the christmas tree.
Norwich bulletin., 1920-12-20
PERSONALS

Orion Bentley of East Killingiy Is visit ing in Norwich.
 Miss Marguerite Benoit has returned after two months stay in Minnesota.
 David R. Kinney of Norwich Town was cottage property. :. Miss Helen Riordan of Orchard street has accepted position with a Williman- tic department store.
 Dr. J. t. Godburn of Danielson recently entertained Dr.. R. D. Hill of Norwich, a former college classmate.
 Dr. W Bradford Walker of the Hart ford hospital is the guest of Mr. and Mrs. E. J. Hunt of 3 Huntington place.
 Mir. and Mrs. Russell E. Hunt of Boston are the guests of MT. Hunts parents, Mir and Mrs. E. J. Hunt, of Huntington place.
 MT and Mrs w J. Wood have come from Dayville to Norwich for the winter to stay with their niece. Miss Evelyn Soule.
 Frank L. Crowell and William M. Ring land, students at Goddard seminary, Barre, Vt, are spending the Christmas holidays with their parents in this city.
 Rev. William H. Bath of Norwich, dis trict superintendent, held a quarterly meeting with the board of stewards of the Gurleyville Methodist church last week.
 Frank O. Brandy, frequent East Side visitor, has been appointed Stonington probation officer for the town court to fill the vacancy caused by the death of T. T. Wilcox.
 Jerome Driscoll, Edward Corcoran and Gerald Brassill, students at the Univer- sity of Veermont, Burlington, Vt, are to arrive home on Wednesday to spend the Christmas holidays.
Norwich bulletin., 1920-12-20
DRIVERS SHOULD TAKE
 OUT REGISTRATIONS NOW

The state motor vehicle department urges all persons who desire to take out registrations for 1921, to make appli- cation at once instead of waiting until the last day of the present year. De- lay may result in great inconvenience to the applicant.
 There is a general feeling that 1920 license allows ten days of grace, but this is not correct The license expires on December 1st, 1920, and no one has any authority to extend the time.
 Just at present the registrations are not coming in fact enough to keep all the clerks of the motor vehicle depart ment busy, and they could easily ham, de a great many more, giving much better service to the public Along abou. the first of the year there will be the same rush as is always experienced al that time, and those people who wait until the last minute will no doubt have to stand in line several hours for theiI registrations. The Christmas mail is always congested and mail orders fol number plates and registrations are al. ways much slower than ordinarily.
 The New Haven and Bridgeuort branch offices are able to issue registra. tions almost instantly for 1921 licens, at the present time but they are not up to capacity as yet. It is urged that people in the vicinity of New Haven ana Bridgeport apply in person at those of fees. There are no mail orders accept ed at either of these branch offices.
 The department of motor vehicles VII be closed all New Years day, as thi is q legal holiday. and people who in tend to run their cars after the first o the new year must apply immediatel, so as to save themselves inconvenience and delay
Norwich bulletin., 1920-12-20
GURDox L. BiDwELL ELECTED

GURDON L. BIDWELL ELECTED
 MEMBER OF STATE SOCIETY s.A. R.
 At meeting of the board Of manag- CTS of the Connetcicut Soc e.y, Sons of the American Revolution. at the Hartford club, Saturday afternoon ths following seventeen members were elected: Albert N. Abbe. New Britain: Collins W. Aborn. spuyten Duyvii. x. r.: Everit Ander- son Aborn. Chicago. Ebert H. Baldwin. New Haven. Gurdon L. Bldwen Nor wich Samuel A. Eddy, Canaan; Donald A. Haviiand. New Haven; David F.. Hartshorn, New Britain; Herb .. House. South Manchester; WI '. I Mccain. Hartford Joseph Parsons. -aize- vile Frederick A. Strong. Bridgeport Carl P. Tomlinson. Hartforl Dr. G1orge '. Tucker. Hartford; Albert D. Turner Northheld Arthur E. Waisworth. RoIae, N. Y; Charles l.. Warner. Salisbury.
 Because of the resignation of Ex- United States Senator Morgan C. Buck eley as president of the society. Her bert H. White was elected to fill the un- expired term. Trhe Hartford members invited the Connecticut society to hold it's next annual meeting in that city, or February 23, 1921.
Norwich bulletin., 1920-12-20
BOY IN VERSAILLES
 WHITES TO SANTA CLAUS

Santa Claus has received one letter this year that he is cherishing not be- cause of it's grammatical construction but because of its unselfsh spirit and he thinks it worth letting the other, boys and girls hear. The letter reads:
 Versailles, Conn.
 Dec. 14, 1920. Dear Santa Claus: I hope you will come and see every boy and girl in the world Christmas Day.
 hope you have enough toys to go around to all the children in the world If you haven't you can leave me out, be- cause I know how hard it Is to make them
 I hope Nou can bring the few things am going to ask you for. I would like a little candy, some toys and games and some fruit
 hope you will not have any trouble in getting here, so that you can get nere on time.
 Your friend. FREDERICK IRONS
Norwich bulletin., 1920-12-20
TROLLEY REVENUE pECREAsEs
 DESPITE FARE INCREASES

Trustees Of the Connecticut company met Saturday at New Haven to look o"er figures which had been prepared shoF ing the results of the Decent fare rates on tiie company's lines. IL was stated that there had been a slump in the revenue owing Co the decreased patronage following the closing of industries or reduction in the number of employes. The result has been that only a fraction of the traffic has been handled on some lies as compared with the figures returned just after the fare was placed on 10-cent basis.
 On the merits of the fare figures, Pres ident L. s. Storrs said that 10 cents is proving satisfactory. It produces revenue and if it were not for the slump in riding the income would have been fLiy up to expectations. The trustees. IL is under stood, considered what measures it would ask the legislature to consider Right 10 have bus lines to compete with jitney
 Ouses will probably be one of these.
Norwich bulletin., 1920-12-20
EXPECT HEAVY MAIL RUSH TODAY

The sub-ststion in the Thnyer building which was opened Saturday did large parcel post business and is anticipating a busy day today. With the extra heavy parcel post mail received Sunday morning and with what will arrive Monday morn ing there is no doubt but what Mondays deliveries will equal any deliveries of the coming week said Postmaster John r. Murphy Sunday evening. The piostmast- CT desires to remind the senders of Christ mas cards and other Christmas mail to make sure that the necessary stamps are placed upon them and that the parcel post packages conform to the wrapping and icing regulations.
Norwich bulletin., 1920-12-20
E. c. Athletic Council Formed.

The Interscholastic Athletic Council of Eastern Connecticut was formed at the Y. M C. A in New London, Friday, by several of the high schools in the eastern part of the state, and a com mittee consisting of Coach Taylor of Vocational Coach J. M. Phillips of Bull kelley and R. w Young, physical direc- tor of the New London Y. M. c. A., was appointed to draw up a tentative con- stitution and bylaws. which will be Sent to the schools desiring to join as char ter members. If approved by all schools. it will be adopted at a formal meeting.
Norwich bulletin., 1920-12-20

The local postoffice is preparing for a heavy rush of outgoing Christmas mail today (Monday) as it is expected that local people will begin mailing their Christmas packages this morning.
 The employees of the office put in a busy day Saturday handling the incom- ing and outgoing mail An extra truck was engaged for the delivery of parcel post matter Saturday.
 The regular mail carrier delivered 1s6 sacks of outgoing mail to the southbound train at 4:t5 p. m. and to the north bound train at 5:30 D. m. Saturday and his deliveries to all other trains during the day were unusually heavy.
Norwich bulletin., 1920-12-20
sJ nPEIaED oN r-Ee I,TH
wrDuls.. .,slvrreARr

1irDand 1Irs. William r. HrI-v were pleasantly s4l-ri-ll ol f.l-- rFenlnS in honor of t-r .l s1uircr- sary by fine members of l.e Q Natural club and the.r f-ier1s- Games were played during tie crlru- Hr.1 first prize
 in the singing cuut.zt rls won hy H- H. Pettis. William & Elliott contributed largely to the evenings entertainment with his rendition of an oid-tirne ballad There were vocal and piano Bunbers by members of the club Refreshments were served by a comuiittoe from the club as- sisted by Mir. Jordan and Mir. W'ghTn5n.
Norwich bulletin., 1920-12-20
Test For Janitor.

The state civil service commission will hold a test for janitor at the cap itol, Hartford, Conn.,, on Jan 1, 1921, at 1 p. m.
 Positions open from time to time in the normal schools and other state de- partments will be filled from this list at salaries Of from s7o to S100 month where main enance is not furnished. and from $40 to s61 a month. with nlainte- nance.
Norwich bulletin., 1920-12-20
FUNERAL.
Mrs. Carr Meyer

The funeral, of Elizabeth Benker, wife of Carl Meyer, was held on Saturday afternoon from the home of her daughter on Occum road with an attendance that included relatives from Hartford, Natick. R. l., and Norwich. There were many handsome floral tributes. The services were conducted by Rev. Paul F. Werth. pastor of the German Lutheran church and the choir of the church sang several hymns. Relatives acted as bearers. Buri- al was in the family lot in the Lovett cemetery in Lisbon where a committal service was conducted by Rev. MT. Werth.
 George G. Grant~was in charge of the funeral arrangements.
Norwich bulletin., 1920-12-20
DRAMATIC RESIGNATION


 The weekly meeting of the Norwich Musical and Dramatic association was he Id in the rooms at l3 Main street on Sunday afternoon with larre nu17',er Of members> present The program for ;he Afternoon, which wGs in charge of Prof. William F Geary. was as follows {: Chorus, Onward. Christian Soldiers pray CT. H. C. Hazard selection by the quar- tette, Mrs. Carter Airs. Ramos. Miss Simons and Charles Lewis: address. f,ev. William NJ. Williams. rector of Christ Episcopal church. subject. The Democracy of the Spirit of Life; solo and chorus. Alone. Alfred Perrin and the Nonpariel quartette, Mir Perrin, Mir. Randall Mr. Lewis and MT. Geary reading, by Worth Howard; selection. by the club orchestra.
Norwich bulletin., 1920-12-20
PAST MASTERS ASSOCIATION
 TO MEET IN NORWICH

The Actual Past Masters association of the Eighth Masonic district will hold it's 18th annual meeting at the Masonic tenn pie in this city Dec. z7th at o'clock Courtland R. Darrow, secretary of the association. is sending out notices of sie meeting to all master Masons elect and actual past masters Of the blue lodges throughout the district. Tkere will te the past masters degree worked and there will be an informal luncheon.
Norwich bulletin., 1920-12-20
CONFIDENCE MEN AT woRK

IN NEW LONDON
 New London has uncovered wide ac- tiyities of confidence nlo1. ~r@or7ing to information gathered by the New London police. Operations have been confined tn large part to manufacturing con- cerns
 Inquiries made at the Babeock Print ing Press Mfg. Co, the J. N. LaPointe Co.,, E. D. Whitin & Co. and Motor Sales O., resulted in information that all of these concerns had been canvass ed. Secretary James G. Hammond of the chamber of commerce reported that the Columbia Leather Goods Co had inform ed that the unidentified drummer had solicited at theit plant.
 Mortimer Duggan, custodian of the Knights of Columbus home. reports that bargain in cigars was offered him by an individual who called at the hcue and told Q story similar to the one re- lated to the representatives Of the Brainerd & Armstrong club on Wednes- day. Jacob Katz, proprietor of con fectonery store at the Submarine Base. states that two Cubans visited him Q week ago with the same proposition.
Norwich bulletin., 1920-12-20
SMALL SIZED FIRE
 IN FRUIT STOKE WINDOW

Sunday morning at 9 80 o'clock the fire department received a still alarm for a small sized fire in the fruit store at No 5S Franklin street conducted by Joseph Nofal. The deputy chiefs car responded MT. Nofal has been using a sst of tiny cJlored electric lights and cotton as part of his Christmas decorations. Tho heat from the bulbs caused the cotton to take fire. The fire was extinguished with a pail of water.
Norwich bulletin., 1920-12-20
CoLoRED PRISONER HELD
 FOR SUPERIAR COIR

In the city court on Saturday morning Allen Brown, colored, arrested for theft of household goods was bound over to the superior court under bonds of S100, and being without funds he went to jail to await trial.
 docket and the man was fined and re- leased.
Norwich bulletin., 1920-12-20
civa Service Exams For Clerks.

A competitive examination for the above position will be held at the state capitol. Hartford, Connecticut, on Jan. 5, 1921, at 1.30 p. m, to fill eligible lis.s for appointments in the capitol and elsewhere in the state.
 Salaries to start vary with the de- partrnent from sSS d month up, and the opportunities for advancement are very good. The work is interesting and developing. and tho environment Is pleasant.
Norwich bulletin., 1920-12-20
Ladies, Attention

BUY YOUR CLOTH FOR cLoAKlNG AND MEMS sulTINGs DIRECT FROM THE MILL AT MILL PRICES, AND SAVE MONEY. THE BEAU TIFUL SEASONS SHADES IN SUEDE, VELOUR, AND MEMS FANCY SUITlNGs. CARFARE PAID. GLEN WooLEN MILLS, WIeHTMAN's SWITCH, NORWICH TOWN.
Norwich bulletin., 1920-12-20
RAISING s1.c3o FOE
 MOVING PICTURE MACHINE

The United Congregational church has just started a campaign for the purpose of installing moving picture machine in the Community House. In ali probabili- ty it will cost about S1,Ooo. properly to install an adequate machine with the necessary apparatus. To date the fund totals sS1.
Norwich bulletin., 1920-12-20
AVERY STANTON ELECTED
SENIOR PREsIpENr

The Senior E division of the Norwich Free Academy has been organized with the following officers: President. Avery Stanton; vice president, Richard Peale treasurer, Max Bendett secretary. Dono- thy Mcfarland; prophet, Charles D. Geer, Jr., poetess, Miss Lena Wheeler.
Norwich bulletin., 1920-12-20
stormy Brook Dovn 1a rect

At the last measurement of the two city reservoirs, made on Dec. 2. stony Brook was down 13 feet from full poad and Fatrvicw was down 5e 1-2 inches since then thsre has been considerable rain 90 that the reservoirs should show gain when they are next measured.
Norwich bulletin., 1920-12-20
Greeted Lord Mayor. Widow

A large number of synpathzers and friends of the Irish cause gathered at the union station in New London Saturday afternoon 10 greet M-s Mrriel MacsEin- ney WiGlw ot te '- -l -avcr of Ta-'- -ra er rel.a .r er-.cU.
 ....-- --.r. -e1s H-r-.. ID Iwa-rr 1or head or te -.f is i- -v .r--..r .-. .rr rl- lar7 1e- pro-ri-..- 5li- can movement.
Norwich bulletin., 1920-12-20
POLICE MADE HALF DOZEN
 ARRESTS OVER WEEK END

The local police made half dozen ar- rests over the week end on intoxication and breach of the peace charges and for violation of a city ordinance. The latter charge is lodged againN the names of three auto drivers.
Norwich bulletin., 1920-12-20
Brourh. Prisoner From r.,,v,u.

Constable Gus Lambert brought a pris- oper from Taftville charged with intoxi- cation and breach of the peace, to police about II o'clock Sunday night The prisoner was lodged at the police station over night.
Norwich bulletin., 1920-12-20
Dance nt Lehr-nn

A dance was given sa1o-lsy ni-ht ct the grange hall il Lebanon by |. H. Levy. the dancing irstructor- 4 Ia-v- party went from Norwich On a stre~rid. in an auto truck.
Norwich bulletin., 1920-12-20

Central Baptist cr vas good sized the se.stc.. Robert ..... rt the B. 2. D. U. The t7-'c was Ta. r- Yf ec-er- -.ty II Cor. 9-6-15.
Norwich bulletin., 1920-12-20
Former AIystie siah -.n-r.cl.

Mason Gray. formerly of Ms e. HOW of Kansas City. was married iu Kansas City recently. Mir. Gray's bride was Mss Edith Allen. Mir. and Mrs. Gray are cx- pected in Mystic for the ChristTnas holi- days.
Norwich bulletin., 1920-12-20
HEAVY CHRISTMAS SHOPPING
 IN LOCAL STORES SATuRDAy

Christmas shopping struck in heacy Saturday. Thosands of gift seekers Saturday. Thousands of gift seekers right up to closing time Saturday night The Boston Store and Porteous and Mitchell had an exceptionally large pat. ronage.
Norwich bulletin., 1920-12-20

To FOrtify the System Against Grip
 take GROVES L. B. O. tablets (Laxatiye Promo Quinine tablets), which destroy germs, act as a tonic and laxative, and thus prevent colds. grip and influenza Ask for GROVES L. B. Q. tablets. Look for E. w GROVES signature on box. 30c
Norwich bulletin., 1920-12-20
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Tho ro-rar- or .re the r-n..rF eo---- --tfr-a1 .'---r ~~-e in memory rf g .t Hr To- form CT pastor or tie sa1--I Co--7 -.t-.-ai church.
Norwich bulletin., 1920-12-20
TOO LATE FOR CLASSIFICATION

FOUND-A kodak. on Babcock Ave, Plainfield. Owner can have. same by proving property and paying for adv. Ad- dress Box 23, Bulletin. dec2od
Norwich bulletin., 1920-12-20

GAIITP-In East Ur.7-e-ater. 1fsss., Dec. 19 1920. Frederic Loren, con of the late Loren A. and of Elizabeth h.
 Gallup. Notice of funeral hereafter.
Norwich bulletin., 1920-12-20

Trolley men are congratulatinS Con duc1or Clarence Trumper upon his mar riage to a Norwich. girl which Is to taxe place soon.
Norwich bulletin., 1920-12-20
The Shr,ssa.A. .,..

the sermon delivered Sunday evening by Rev. Arthur P. Purkiss pasuOr a; the
Norwich bulletin., 1920-12-20
ST. JOHNS SOCIETY
 ELECTS NEW OFFICERS

At the annual meeting of St. Johns society held recently the following offic- CTS were elected: President, Wladyslaw Krzessicki; vice president, Teofil Blida financial secretary, D. Cholodowski: re- cording secretary. Franciszek Krupinski treasurer, J. Podurgiel.