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Norwich bulletin., 1920-02-19

"of course" said the tired lady with her hat askew over one eye and grime on her carefully manicured hands, sthis fiat isn't as nlce in many re- spects as our old one, but it has many advantages in all sorts of ways. When I get the furniture sorted out and the curtains up"
 Its going to be fine,p agreed her husband, who had entered carrying the bird cage. which had been left at mothers during the migration. q feel as though I had reached peace and plenty at last. After what we went through with the Harparkers-'
 ''To say nothing of those Blank points underneath usi" chimed in his wife, sitting down to talk it over. q hope. never in my life to have people like the Harparkers in a fiat overhead and Blankpoints underneath Music box rattle and fox trotting till in the morning! Why, if those Harpar- kers had one party month they had fifteen. On his salary I don't see how they, did it And the way their little boy was allowed to pound with the hammer! always expected the plas- tering to descend and as for taking nap, right in my own apartment that we paid rent for, it wasn't to be done, absolutely. A boiler factory in- variably started up over my head. You can't imagine how thankful I shall be to live where I can have a little quiet"
 'It'n be fine when I want to sleep Sunday mornings" agreed her hus- band. '"They gave that kid two ham, mers on Sunday and encouraged his exercise. And maybe now our .groc- cry bills won't be so big with the Blahkpoints off the premises. They were the prize borrowers. If it had been only sugar, flour and butter but I rebelled at my safety razor.''
 That isn't anything" mourned his wife. Why, that woman wore out my filet lace tea napkins borrowing them for her parties and I never had a hairpin to my name or. a net. But when they borrowed our large orien- tai rug Inc time they entertained l out of town company at dinner, and the north side Tonhsons called on us and we sat on bare floor" Did they ever return that peck of potatoes ?'
 Certainly not" answered the wife. 1 And they didn't return forty-seven cups of sugar and pounds of tea and
Norwich bulletin., 1920-02-19
SpirituaIisn.

MT. Editor: In the issue of The Bull letin of Feb. 12 there appears a com munication from F. J. w., who seems to lack the moral courage to acuuaint your readers with his own identity.
 F. J. w. may be a great scholar but his writings give no intimation of the fact. It is apparent, however, that he is as ignorant of Spiritualism as he is of the Bible, or he would know that there are ten passages in it that sus- tain the phenomena and philosophy of Srjritualism where there is one that can be honestly construed against them.
 do not care to enter into any dis cussion which will tend to discourage any man from a belief in the religion that he feels is best suited to his moral and religious needs, but still 1 cannot avoid offering the suggestion that it is not unlikely that when F. J. W. arrives at the Golden Gate 1t may be to discover that he has many things to learn before he will be adorned with wings and a halo and be permitted to fret the strings of the heavenly harp.
 I; is one of the beliefs of Spiritual ism as well as of nearly all thinking Christians, that death, so called. Is but the release of the spirit and that it enters the spirit world, retaining his memories of his earth life, his affec- { tions and his friendships; if it was his aim in this life to do good and be a blessing to mankind. he takes thai condition with him, and on the con. trary, if he was ignorant, self seeking and vicious during his earth life, the
Norwich bulletin., 1920-02-19
A NEEDED REFORM.

$ When it is indicated that progress is being made toward the enactment of a budget system for the nations business it is cause for qualification but it cannot help being felt that whatever progress is being made still lacks speed. The needs of and de- mands for a budget system have long existed. It should have been in op- -eration before this time and doubt less would be but for the fact that such will mean whenever it does come the abandonment of past prac- tices which step congress has long been opposed to.
 This has doubtless played it's part in delaying the getting together on the features of bill that will meet 2 the requirements and satisfy. That a composite measure has been agreed upon by taking out of the bills pre- sented in the respective houses the best features indicates that the time may come when the affairs of the na- tional government, the same. as those of state, city and town. will be placed upon business like basis. There is , no good reason why it should not be but every reason why it should.
 Waste is to be found under normal conditions where economy should prevail. The national government should be setting an example to the municipalities within it's limits in- $ stead of being obliged to look to them for guidance in such matters. Be- cause it has not done so before is one of the reasons for much of the criticism of federal expenditures. r It may not mean that the whole problem will be solved by the enact ment of such bill as the composite measure, but it will nevertheless mean that start has been made and getting started is often, the real key to the completion of a reform of large magnitude later on. There was never time when the country need ed the machinery for preventing waste more than it does now.
Norwich bulletin., 1920-02-19

same attributes will influence him over there. It is evident that those condi- tions prevailed in Bible times, else why the admonition to "try the spir- it's" to see if they are good or evil or worthy or unworthy to be given credence.
 Let me say to F. J. w that there are millions of people all over the world, especially in the more enlight- euea portions, that know that there is @ life beyond death, because it has been scientifically demonstrated to them that their loved ones still live and are able to identify themselves to their friends still wearing the physical form: their number is increasing very rapidly, and I am very fearful that F. J. W.'s interpretations of specially se- lected seriptural passages will be in effectual in holding back the onflowing tide. The greater probability is that it will engulf him or leave him strand ed on the barren sands of his own ignorance and stubbornness.
 I have no desire to draw F. J, w away from his own religious beliefs; they probably satisfy his religious needs. If lse takes any comfort in the feeling that he and those of his own special cult are going to monopolize the heavenly music through eternity l would be the last one to disabuse his mine of that hope, but I srrnise that there will be right smart" of neo- ple that would prefer not to be located within hearing distance
 I trust that F. J. w. will continue to advertise the cause of E-Spiritualisn Such assaults serve only to influence people to investigate it's claims and all honest Investigators will eventual ly become believers and the cause of truth will be advanced.
 D. A. LYMAN.
 President Connecticut State Spiritual
 ist Association.
 Columbia, Conn, Feb. r, 1920.
Norwich bulletin., 1920-02-19

ors of contraband liquor submitted a claim to the Americans for 5o.v00 marks, contending that her sole sup port had been taken from her. The Americans maintained that the Ger man had been killed by the American soldier who was acting within his rights in line of duty. The claim was disapprovcd.
 Some of the claims are humorous. last summer the Eighty ninth division borrowed a goat for circus at it's headquarters. Recently a claim was filed with the American towr: major asking damages on the contention that the health of the goat had been injured. This claim was pigeonholed.
 A Rhineland farmer recently de- manded five marks for bean pole al legged to have been stolen by an Amer ican soldier. An army comnisEiPn heard the case and threw the claim out on the ground there was no evil dence to show that an American had committed the theft.
Norwich bulletin., 1920-02-19
In Natural coIors.

everybody to be extra cautious in guarding against fires. Furnaces and stoves Should be given painstaking att tention so that there will be no danger of overheating. Smokers should be more cautious than ever not to throw growing match stumps where they may start fires. Thus far since this snow fell the city has been fortunately free from fires. The watchWord should continue to be caution and more eau tion--Waterbury Republican:
 When Governor Holcomb retires from public life and feels that he is no longer called upon to serve in a pub lie capacity, he will withdraw to the quietude of his Southington farm, be- come a producer of the necessities of life and ruminate upon his career This does not mean, as he has ex- plained, that he is ready to retire now, if there is still an emergency, still need of his services and really we are glad to hear it. for a good patriot is always at the call of the state
 The Governor was a splendid war executive for he had initiative, energy and courage and the application of these qualities to the needs of this state put this commonwealth in the forefront of the effort to make the United States 100 per cent. ready for the great struggle. He has worked hard too and accomplished things in these days of reconstruction and be- cause of it all he will be remembered as man of the hour.
 He is not any too popular with the politicians for he laid aside politics and kept in office men who were best fitted for the place. He did not bow down to party rulers. He was in
 dependent and placed the needs of the state above those of party. He may retire this fall and he may not, but one thing is certain and that is that his place is secure in the Conn ecticut Hall of Fame Meriden Jour nal
Norwich bulletin., 1920-02-19

though I tried to conceal my pickled peaches that woman nosed them out and was always running up with a glass dish breathless because she didn't have a relish fit to set before the Befoozelums or whoever had come unexpectedly and promising to bestow upon me some real maple sy- rup when it come: But I guess that syrup was lost on the way. Yes, certainly thank my stars that I am rid of the Blankpoints! Why, we can go to California, maybe, on what we save"
 Moving is fierce, but I'm glad we did it." said her husband, untangling some clinging excelsior from his an- kles. "To be sure, I expect shall across the side of bacon and the ham and probably my shoes are inside the piano, but I don't care. Listen to this quiet! This must be an espec- ially well built building with lots of deadentng in the floors. There isn't a sound above or below us. Ange- Iine!n
 'They are probably very nice peo- pie who live here" his wife remark ed. "They know how to behave and have some consideration for others. II certainly is relief to be here in spite of the larger living room in the old flat and that kitchen pantry How ever, I never had much to put in the pantry, owing to the constant drain on my possessions by, Mrs. Blank point, so can put up with this.'
 And cigars!" gloomed her hus- band, stretching out his tired legs and surveying the heaped up furni- ture. T guess, all told, Blankpoini borrowed several thousand smokes from me, which he never paid back except in stogies. To think I wont have to hide cigars in the hall closet any more! We'll, come on, let'sS gc out somewhere and stir up some din ner. Oh, you happy home!"
 As they locked their front door tht smiling agent passed through the hall.
 I'm just altering the names in the letter boxes" he told them genially Didn't you say you came from Bill I>lings avenue Maybe you know tht people who are moving in above ana below you tomorrow. They lived or Billings, too-Blankpoint and liar. parkers? If you do, it'll be nice-mJ heavens, man, she's fainted!"-Chi cago News.
Norwich bulletin., 1920-02-19
STORIES OF THE WAR

Amusing Claims Against Americans
 Claims for damages to streets, build ings, farms and even individuals all reputed to have been done by Aneri- can soldiers or American equipment of some kind since the army of occu- paticn reached the Rhine aggregate something more thar 5,O00,O00 marks Thosc allowed total approximately 250GC0 marks. Many claims are unlque and some without any justi- fcation.
 A woman contended that her facial appearance had been marred for lIfe owing to cuts caused by flying glass due to an explosion at an ammunition dump sent in the modest claim for 25O marks l. was allowed.
 Another woman, whose husband had been killed by an American military policeman who was chasing distrihut-
Norwich bulletin., 1920-02-19
TAX COMMISSIONER coRBIN.

Because he has done so much in
 ace. because he is so thorough ly qualified for the job into which he has certainly grown by long years of effort and because it has been felt that the state was so well taken care of in that particular office will the resignation of Tax Commissioner w. H. Corbin betIearned with regret by the people of. the state. From the time of his appointment by Governor YVoodruff he has taken much more than a passive interest in the admin istration of the office. He has tackled and strengthened out many problems that have needed attention. An ex- pert on the subject he has given the state the benefit of his study into a subject that called for close ,atten- ton, and the results accomplished speak for themselves.
 MT. Corbin has proved himself an efficient public servant and well may any governor give credit to such men for their contributions to successful administrations. The time has ap- parently arrived when MT. Corbin sees bigger chances for personal bet torment in other directions. In that he is doing no more than others are, and quite naturally he recognizes the impossibility of keeping an iron in many fires and doing justice to all. While that is a matter which doesn't always get due consideration when political jobs are concerned, it is evi- dent that, 1t does in this instance. He apparently doesn't intend to hold the office any longer than he can give it the time and attention it requires, and as much as the state will regret his leaving the office it cannot fail to appreciate the conscientious view, he takes of, the states interests. The state upon his retirement will lose a most faithful and sincere official.
Norwich bulletin., 1920-02-19
To Gunrd Against rntuennn.

If you have even the slightest cough or cold. better begin using Foiey's Honey and Tar at once. Henry Willis. Sandy Point, Texas, Is one of many thousands who consider this remedy just fine" He says: T suffered se- yerely with a bad cough; after using four or five dollars worth of different med cines decided to try Foley's Honey and Tar. One bottle gave relief Bes< medicine I ever used" Contains no opiates. Lee & Osgood Co.
Norwich bulletin., 1920-02-19
MASQUERADE BALL. AND DANCE
TONIGHT

Given By the Workmen's Circle in
 I. A. B. HALL Music by Rowland's s-Pieee Jazz Band Five Valuable Prizes Will Be Given away-Prize Waltz a Feature of
 the Evening Come All Good Dancers, You Are
 Welcome ADMISSION 5oe-sIncIudine War Tax
Norwich bulletin., 1920-02-19

Keep out of the ruts'- is advice that is frequently offered. It is a mighty hard thing to do these days, however. h.s,
Norwich bulletin., 1920-02-19
What VIII Hanoen.


Mailing up the litt.e ~. school house for lack of teachers means mailing up the big red barn for lack of Characterization Herald.
Norwich bulletin., 1920-02-19

If DAnnunzio had taken his so- Der second thought first he would have spared himself. lot of needless trouble.
Norwich bulletin., 1920-02-19

The terrors of leap year, thus far seem to be mostly weatherwise, but there's the good old summer time coming
Norwich bulletin., 1920-02-19

President Wilson seems to be just as obstinate on the Adriattc case as he does on the league of nations.
Norwich bulletin., 1920-02-19

The man on the corner says: The fellow who says that February is
 ert. on pay days cannot be church member.
Norwich bulletin., 1920-02-19

There are those who are giving Wilson credit for getting rid of Bryan but Bryan Is by no means totally submerged.
Norwich bulletin., 1920-02-19

The railroads may be suffering from lack of coal but that ought not to prevent plenty of speed for the rail- road legislation.
Norwich bulletin., 1920-02-19
EDITORIAL NOTES.

It begins to look as if the settling of the peace problems would take as long as it, did to win the war.
Norwich bulletin., 1920-02-19

From the stand the president has been taking in the Lansing case, there win be no less opposition to the demand for reservations to the treaty.
Norwich bulletin., 1920-02-19

Mexico comes to the front again with another kidnapping. Probably heard that Lansing had been fired.
Norwich bulletin., 1920-02-19

Some think the Lansing case will dynamite the. democratic party, but most of them know that it has al- ready been shot full of holes.
Norwich bulletin., 1920-02-19
Debt of the World.

The combined debt of the world is now 2o0,OO0, ,000, 900. And when the world shall have finally paid this debt, grasshoppers will be wearing
Norwich bulletin., 1920-02-19

Those who figure that because there is plenty of ice this winter. it will be cheap next summer are like ly to slip up.
Norwich bulletin., 1920-02-19

There is always something to be thankful for. Coal is costing just twice as much in China as it is here.
Norwich bulletin., 1920-02-19

When any merchant gets to the point where he lets gypsy women bless his cash register the. wonder is that he doesn't eomplain,. not of the loss of money, but of the register as well.
Norwich bulletin., 1920-02-19

furs and frogs will be professors of Greek in the leading universitiea- Houston Post.
Bisbee daily review., 1920-11-28

Cloth was cat by rOund-blsded knife until loo B. C.. when am Ital- ian invoted crude pair of scissors.
Bisbee daily review., 1920-11-28
The Office Boys Mythology
 By KID UNDERWOOD
NO. JUPITER, THE FOXY GUY

I'll watch her like sne was my
 last pint, a'am," says Argus. 1 And he does.
 ! To begins to get worried and tries
 to call to her pa, who has a steady job as river-god for the Olympus out { lit but every time s-le opens her mouth all she can say is Moo O." in | the choicest COW English.
 Cut out that fool m-o-oing,' says
 Argus. Tt aint going to get you no ! where"
 So 10 the COW decides that howl ing aint the right dop~ Then sue 1 gets an idea >ld writes her name in the sand with one hoof The next day her pa, Inachus, sees the marks
 ;.s he's doing his rounds 10 see if ali the rivers is running on schedule. As soon as Inachus sees 10" writ ten in the sand be investigates and finds out his daughter has been changed into a COW. In the meantime Jupe has been try ing to figger out some way to get the mess straighteaed ont. He calls Mercury, his private messenger, in for a conflab.
 Mere" he says, I'm in an awful fix. Unless I can get To changed back from COW I'm sure going to have big damage suit on my hands"
 Leave it to me. boss" says Mer- cury. I've got you outa worse scrapes than this. Just lay low for Ia few days and I'll get things straight ened out all jake"
 So Mercury beats it down to the pastures where To is chewing up grass and trying to imagine it's cho- colates.
 Hello, Argie ol' scout" says Mer- cury to the stool-pigeon.
 Greetings, Mercury" answers Ar gus. Sit down and tell me all the scandal from Olympus"
 So Mercury Hops down on the grass and gives him an ear full.
 Mercury talks as poor as he can and pretty quick Argus goes to sleep with half his eyes. Then Mercury starts telling him a lot of mother in-law jokes and tweh- ty more of Arguses' eyes closes. Mer- cury switches to Ford jokes and all of the stool-pigeon's hundred E eyes closes but one. Mercury tries every thing in the world but cant make this last eye close. At last he starts talking about the league of nations land A gus then goes to sleep wi,a all eyes.
 Then Mercury picks up brick and bounces it on Arguses' dome real rough Se and Argus is put out of comm sion. And Mercury changes To from a cow back to a chicken.
 f"Now run along back to your pa" he advises her, and don't go stepping out with any of these old married guys again"
Bisbee daily review., 1920-11-28
PRIMARY ELECTIONS

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Bisbee daily review., 1920-11-28
PREPARATION

TTyHE peace l, O also
   begin the assessing Gemanys capacity to the inquiry
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Bisbee daily review., 1920-11-28

Jupiter was the big cheese of Olym pus.
 Eyerytime anybody turns around they gotta get his permission. The cnly person in the world who has got anything on Jup6 is his frau, Juno and she sure camps on the old boys trail steady.
 But Jupe likes to step out once in while. One day he dates up a young flapper named To for a little pasear up and down the main drae i Of Olympus. While they're walking along they hearts loud commotion
 "Wot's that?" says To. "A 1902 fliv. yer coming?"
 "Flivver nothing." groans Jupe that's my wife!"
 'I'll beat it, Jupe," says To, meet me around he corner as socn as you shake her"
 Hey, wait minute!" Jupiter Its too late now. here shc comes. You just stand still and I'll change you into something.
 So To stands still and Jupe makes few passes in front of her. mum bles 'Hokus, pokus, presto change!" and turns her into COW.
 My, my" says Juno when she alu. bles up, -Ain't that pretty oow?''
 Sure is. honey, agrees Jupe, "Ain't no finer COW than her any. where
 Juno gCts suspicious because Jupe agrees with her for once and decides to try something. sI'II ao,,- ,,-o-,IJ ., good price down at Ed Tovrea' g slaughter house." she suggests.
 Nothing doing, girlie," says Jupe "aint nobody going to slaughter thai cow"
 How lovely" says Juno. Why don't you give her to me, dearie?7
 Jupiter gulps and don't know what to say.
 Juno watches him closely.
 "Oh well. then, don't if you don't want to- slle says with a toss of her head. but just remember the next time you wanta go to Naco-"
 Alright! alright! You win kid. says Jupe in despair Take this ami mated poTter-house and shut up."
 Thanks saws Juno sweetly, and then shc grabs the COW by the ears land leads it away.
 "Gosh!" groans Jupe, I'm sure in for it now!'' Juno takes To, the COW wot used to be a chicken, s--i turns her over to Argus. This Argus guy IS Juno's fa- vorite stool pigeon. He has a hun dred eyes scattered all over his head end can see iv more diTaptiCrs at Tho same time than q prohibition agent Keep seventy C. eighty of them orbs Of yours focused on this COW all 1 ihe time, Argie," says Juno. "They's something funny about her"