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Norwich bulletin., 1920-09-04
IN NORWICH FIFTY YEARS AGO

posed new city hall discloses that in all probability the entire business portion of the city was in times long since past en- tirely submerged. It is also thought that the water flowed back upon the rocks in the rear of Dr. Arms church and an ex- tensive lake reached thence to the Thames river. In those times Jail Hill was prob ably an islet where the waters were col lected before they passed down towards the ocean. The rise of the bottom of this lake furnished the soil where now stands so many beautiful residences with their fertile gardens.
 September 1, lS7o-A cargo of 300 bushels of oysters was received in port l yesterday A number were bedded near | the drawbridge for a reserve but the ad- vance guard skirmished into Captain Amos Chapman's market where they were | overpowered and imprisoned.
 Yesterday morning Miss Lydia Aver | of Preston and Miss Aver, daughter of Dr. J. c. Aver, of Lowell, Mass, were thrown from a carriage in Franklin square. With the exception of a severe shock and some slight bruises the oc- | cupants were uniniured. f The yacht Jennie, Capt. Card, while on passage from Block Island to Stoning- ton, Tuesday, collided with the schooner Miquars of Southport, Conn.,, off Point Judith. The passengers were terribly l frightened and expected the vessel would | sink. The schooner hove to and took | the Jennie's passengers, 2S in number, on board and brought them to Stoning- ton. It was a narrow escape for all
 The people are praying for rain, not that the wells may be replenished, but l that the dust may be modified.
 We are glad to perceive that the de- cisive action of the trustees of the Otis library is arousing some degree of pub lie interest in the subject of reopening the library
 September 2, 1S7o-Twenty-three yes. sells are lying at the coal wharf.
 N. D. Sevin has obtained from plum and prune trees in his orchard on LaureI Hill, a full crop of fruit this year by sprinkling salt on the foliage and bed ding it around the roots. The idea was obtained from the old proverb in regard tc catching birds by the use of salt and i'm proved upon. The trees had never borne previously.
 News from France shows that the tide of war is turning, French victories arr reported and the Prussian left wing hal 1 been defeated. Parisians are regainins their confidence.
 The New Haven Grays have given III their proposed visit to this city. It i. | learned, however, that the Montgomer, Guard of New Haven have voted to mak an excursion to Norwich sometime durin, the month.
 The Willimantic Camp Meeting is fl full swing. The Rev. N. G. Lippitt 0 Norwich preached at the evening service
 September 3, 1S70-The new churcl building of the German Lutheran societ, will be occupied tomorrow for the frs time.
 A post office has been established a Taftville and Henry F. Harrington ap pointed postmaster.
 l Water has been prescribed on Laure
Norwich bulletin., 1920-09-04
REAL ESTATE TRANSFERS
 JN TOWN OF NORy

The following transfers of property in Norwich were recorded in the town clerks office in the last ten days of Au- gust:
 Aug. 21-Jennie I. Bernhard to Israel Mopsick, off Mt. Pleasant street land Estate of Bernard McMahon to Felix B. McMahon, 6 Durfey street. Aug. 23-James o. Landon and oth- CTS, to Henry M. Pollock, 30 Spaldipe street. Arthur E. Sherman to James R. Mo ran. POS Laurel Hill avenue. l Aug 24-Grace M. Hall to Myer R Blumenthal, IS Hamlin street. | Macie A. Mayo to Louis J. Bruette I'll Laurel Hill avenue.
 Aug. 26-Louis Tunick to Esther Shatz, 123 Maple street.
 Esther Shatz to Robert Gofdstein, Maple street. Alma B. Tanner to Richard J. anC Rose M Carter, Norwich Town. I Aug. 2S-Frank Connelli to Carolin E. Haefner, 52 Cedar street.
 Frank Connelli to Caroline E. Haef ner 19S West Thames street
 George L. Ingalls, to Charles E. Hop kins, Sylvia Lane.
 Virginia D. Cassidy to Oreste Biagio nj, 163 High street. Aug. 30-Joseph Bradford to Benja min Goldfarb Ss Washington street. William F. Hill to George B. and Lau ra M. Congdon, 2s Bentley street.
 Joseph H. Hall to Grace M. Hall, 16 Broadway
Norwich bulletin., 1920-09-04
EASTERN STAR,

Robert Morris Day, the anniversary of the birth of the founder of the Order of Eastern Star, was celebrated Tuesday by members of that order from all parts of the state. The day was marked by an outing which this was held at Oceaf Beach.
 The business meeting was held at Wordell's pavilion at 11.30 oclock~>witf Fred L. Fleetham of Deep River, Conn., presiding. The reports of the officers were read and approved
 Miss M. Louise Ginand of Bridgeport worthy grand matron of Connecticut read a very interesting history of tn, life of Robert Morris.
 Mrs. Ellie Lines Chaplin, most wor thy grand matron of the United States was present and spoke of her visits tt the different grand chapters through out the United States and of the worl being accomplished by the order. Charle c. Perkins, grand master of the Masoni order in Connecticut, was also presen and spoke interestingly.
 At the close of the meeting all ad ] journed to the shore dinner house wher'
Norwich bulletin., 1920-09-04

Aug. 2a, ls7e.-Dr. C. B. Webster. U. s. consul to Sheffield, leaves town today for his post abroad. Dr. Webster re- gently received his appointment to this post
 From a list just published by the navy department we learn that Rear Admiral Lsanman win retire July IS, 1872.
 The competitors of this city held their annual excursion and picnic last Saturday at Gardner Lake. MT. Tracy supervised the feeding arrangements. While prepa- rations were being made for the sack races, the party was favored by speech from Sammy and song from MT. Hig- gins. The orator at this stage of the proceedings not being able to talk United States fiuently, was persuaded to alight from the fence upon which he had taken a position and lie down on the grass, his eyes continually winking at two imag- mary thumbs. The attack soon passed away and he was harmless again. The party returned to Norwich at about $ o'clock. feeling that they had put in a 'fuif' day most agreeably.
 Aug 30. 1870.-Deacon Colt, an old, well known and respected citizen, died at his residence on Union street yesterday afternoon.
 We are authorized to state that there
 
 tive to the closing of the Wauregan house.
 c. Eugene Adam, treasurer of the town of Preston and justice of the peace died from a stroke of apoplexy at his house in Preston yesterday. At Paris prSdigious preparations for a siege are going on. The enemy is expect ed to appear within a week and all for eigners have been ordered to leave the city.
 The members of the 26th regiment are looking forward with much interest tc their annual reunion, which takes place on the eth of September at Thames grove. few miles below this city.
 Marine intelligence for today show: that eleven vessels arrived and three de parted from the port of Norwich yester day.
 Aug. 31, 1s7o-The Baltic bridge i. fast being completed On Monday one half of the bridge was plankedl and in few days hence it will be passable.
 The airline telegraph poles betweel Middletown and New Haven are all SC and the contractors are preparing tt stretch the wires over them.
 Ground wSs broken Tuesday for a turn table for the horse railroad on Franklin street near the square. It is now an nounced tha tthe cars will be put on tn road on Thursday.
 The shoddy mill of A. & W Potter a Drxterville, in Killingly, took fire oI Tuesday at about o'clock and was en rireiy destroyed
 The excavating or the site of the pro
Norwich bulletin., 1920-09-04

Hill for few days until the reservoir is repaired. The consequences are to be dreaded.
 The surf at Watch Hill yesterday was remarkably heavy the waves running up the beach 60 feet above high water mark. fit one time it broke over the marrow ridge near the lighthouse dividing the west from the east side
 Official returns place the population oi Danbury at 8,754
 Owing to the fog the New York boat was delayed yesterday not arriving al Allyn's Point until noon. The west front of the steamboat wharf was completed yesterday and 1ooring partially laid. The Sunday morning boa will come up to the city.
Norwich bulletin., 1920-09-04
MANCHESTER UNITY.

The meeting of H. H. Osgood lodge, I. o. o. F., M U., was held in Pythian hal6AQ Friday evening with large num- Der inattendance, including visitors from Abraham Lincoln lodge of Bridgeport. Noble Grand William Mather presided at the m and routine business was transacted. <sF;ex,Aa
 A h.. | of the members are planning to attend the opening of the Community building in Plainfield, on Monday, Sept. ', and it is earnestly hoped as many as possible will join in the effort. There will be parade at 8 a. m., sports in the afternoon, and dancing in the evening.
 The bowling league is starting and will be quite interesting for many of the members and also their friends. We ex- pect to have all the members in tht league this year.
Norwich bulletin., 1920-09-04
MASONRY.

Saturday, Sept. Il. premises@to be a big day in the annals of New London Masonry. That is the date set for the Masonic club picnic and the committee in charge is making the arrangements with the intention of eclipsing, all pre- vious outings held under the auspices of the club. The affair is open to all mas ter masons and it is expected that there will be a very large attendance. It will be held at the Golden Spur.
 This year more attention will be paid ! to games and sports. An interesting program will be arranged and prizes provided for the winners of the events 1 Dinner will be served from 12 to af- 1 ter which the games will be called. The clambake will be opened, between ant i 5 in the afternoon, and it is promised
 that it will be some bake.
Norwich bulletin., 1920-09-04
NnrIcE m cREnIrnRs

AT A COURT OF PROBATE HELL at Norwich, within and for the District of Norwich, on the Sd day of September, A. D. 1920. l'resent-NELSoN J. AYLING, Judge. Estate of William M. Perkins, late of Norwich, in said District, deceased. +,,C Ordered. That the Executrix cite their cIanns against said estate within SIX months from this date. by posting a notice to that effect. together with a copy of this order, on the signpost nearest to the place where said deceased last dwelt. and in the same Town, and by publishing the same once in newspaper having a circulation in said District, and make re- turn to this Court
 NELSON J. AYLING, Judge. The above and foregoing is a true copy of record. Attest: HELEN M. DREsCHER.
Norwich bulletin., 1920-09-04

AT COURT OF PROBATE HELD at Norwich, within and for the District of Norwich, on the 3d day of September, A. D. 1920. Present-NELSoN J. AYLING, Judge. Estate of Frank B. Greenslit, late of Franklin, in said District. deceased. Sarah M. Smith of Bozrah, Conn, ap- peared in Court and filed petition pray ing. for the reasons therein set forth, that administration be granted upon the estate of said deceased, alleged to be intestate. Whereupon, It Is Ordered. That said petition be heard and determined at the
 Probate Court Room in the City of Nor
 wich. in said District on the 7th day of September, A. D. 1920, at 10 o'clock in the forenoon, and that notice of the pendency of said petition, and of said hearing there on. be given by the publication of this order one time in some newspaper having | circulation in said District, at least i three days prior to the date of said hear ing. and that return be made to this Court.
 NELSON J. AYLING. Judge. The above and foregoing is true copy of record. -
 Attest: HELEN NJ. DREsCHER. sep4d Clerk.
Norwich bulletin., 1920-09-04
CONTRACTOR TAKES APPEAL
 FROM CONFIRMATION CoMMIssI

An appeal from the compensation con- missioner has been taken by Archibald Torrance, the contractor, whose employe, Pasquale Orsini of 225 Broad street, had been given workmen's compensation award on account of an injury received on May ', 1920, at Montville. The award was s1210 per week during disa- bility from the date of injury
 The man. was hurt on the road ir Montville while he was waiting for a trolley car for home after the days work. He was struck by motorcycle and the commissioner ruled that under the circumstances of the job upon whicl Orsini was engaged the man was enti tied to workmen's compensation.
Norwich bulletin., 1920-09-04
NOTICE TO CREDITORS

AT 4 COURT OF PROBATE HELD at Norwich. within and for the District of Norwich, on the 3d day of September, A. D. 1920. Present-NELsoN ]. AYLING. Judge. Estate of Caleb Ellis. late of Norwich, in said District. deceased.
 Ordered, That the Executor cite the creditors of said deceased to bring in their claims against said estate within six months from this date, by posting a notice to that effect. together with a copy of this order, on the signpost nearest to the place where said deceased last dwelt and in the same Town, and by publishing the same once in a newspaper having a circulation in said District, and make re- turn to this Court
 NELSON J. AYLING, Judge. The above and foregoing is true copy of record.
 Attest: HELEN M. DRESCHER,
 Clerk
Norwich bulletin., 1920-09-04
Republican Caucus

The Republican Electors of the Town of Montville qualified to vote in caucus are hereby requested to meet in the Town Hall in said Town on Friday, Sept. 10th, 1920. at 3 o'clock in the afternoon, for the purpose of placing in nomination the candidates for Town. Officers. to be voted for in Town Meeting to be held in said Town on the first Monday in October, 1920. Montville, Conn.,, Sept. Sd, 1920.
 Per order of the Republican Town Com mittee.
 DAN D. HOME, Chairman.
Norwich bulletin., 1920-09-04
REREKAHs.

Hope Rebekah Lodge, No. 21, held it's regular meeting on Wednesday evening in Odd Fellows hall with Mrs. Flor ence Douglas the presiding officer. Rou- tine business was transacted. After the meeting a social hour was spent with various kinds of games. At the next regular meeting, Set. 15, there will be initiation.
Norwich bulletin., 1920-09-04
NORWICH BELT co. PRESENTS
 EMPLOYEES LIFE INSURANI

Through the generosity of the Nor wich Belt Mfg. Company Inc, H. H. Gal lup, president, each employe was pre- sented certificate of life insurance for s1, 900 in appreciation of his earnest and faithful service rendered. There are 55
 employees.
 All new employees will qualify for $500 life insurance after three months con tinuous service which amount will be in
 creased S10O a year up to the maximum of 5000. The policy is taken out through the Connecticut General Life.
Norwich bulletin., 1920-09-04
SERGT.-MAJ. FLETCHER's PICTURE
 PRESENTED TO LEGION POST

At the regular meeting of R. O.. Fletcher Post, No f. American Legion. held Friday evening in the post rooms at Mo- 25 Shetucket street, Earle c. Her rick, commander. presiding. Photogra- pher William R. Stevens presented to the post a large picture of Robert Ogden Fletcher, sergeant-major, 56th Artillery, who was killd in France on Aug IS, 1918. The presentation was made through Webster D. Copp, a member of the post.
 The post was named after Sergeant Major Fletcher and the picture will be hung in the post rooms.
Norwich bulletin., 1920-09-04
Republican Caucus

The Republican Electors of the Town of Salem are requested to meet in caucus in the Town Hall on Friday, Sept 10th, 1920, at 1 o'clock D. m. q o'clock stan dard time), for the purpose of nominating candidates for Town Offices that are re- quired to be elected Oct. 4th, 1920; also to do any business proper. to be, done at said meeting.
 Per order of the Town Committee.
 FRANK E. WILLIAMS, Chairman.
 Dated at Salem, Conn.,, Sept 4th, 1920.
Norwich bulletin., 1920-09-04

AT A COURT OF PROBATE HELD at Montville. within and for the District of Montville, on the 3d day of September, A. D. 1920.
 Present-DAN D. HOME. Judge.
 Estate of Margaret Fitzgerald, late of Montville. in said District deceased.
 The Administrator with the will an- neXed appeared in Court and filed a writ ten application alleging that said estate is now in settlement in said Court, and praying for an order to sell certain real estate belonging to said estate, fully de- scribed in said application.
 Whereupon. It Is Ordere7 That said application be heard and rmined at the Probate Court Room in -.lontville, ir said District, on the 10th day of Septem- Der, A. D. 1920, at 10 o'clock in the fore noon, and that notice of the pendency of said application. and of said hearing thereon. be given by the publication of this order one time in The Norwich Bull letin, a newspaper having a circulation in said District. at least three days prior tc the date of said hearing, and that return be made to the Court.
 DAN D. HOME. Judge
 The above and foregoing is true copy of record.
 Attest: SUSAN F. HOME
 Sep4d Clerk
Norwich bulletin., 1920-09-04
NOTICE TO CREDITORS

AT 4 COURT OF PROBATE HELD at Montville, within and for the District of Montville, on the 2d day of September, A. D. 1920.
 Present-DAN D. HOME, Judge.
 Estate of George P Smith, late of Montville, in said District. deceased.
 Ordered, That th.. Administrator cite the creditors of said ueceased to bring in their claims against said estate within six months from this date, by posting a notice to that effect, together with a copy of this order, on the signpost near .st to and in the same Town. and by publishing the same once in The Norwich Bulletin, a newspaper having circulation in said District, and make return to this Court. DAN D. HOME, Judge.
 The above and foregoing is true copy of record.
 ! Attest: SUSAN r. HOME. Clerk
Norwich bulletin., 1920-09-04

The Legal Voters of the Town of kil- li,gly who are enrolled upon the Repub- lical caucus list of said Town are hereby notified and warned to meet in caucus at the Town Hall Danielson, on Friday evening. Sept. 10th, at 7.30 o'clock, for the following proposes, to wit: First: To nC(rata candidates for the various Town UiIces for the ensuing year Second: To do any other business Proper to be done at said caucus. Dated at Killingly. this 2d day of Sep te11ker, A. D. 1920.
 E. L. DARBIE,
 L. J. MORN, -
 R, Sc. YOUNG, N. L. GREIG. I'. l.. BENNETT JAMES BACCN. l.. s. BARSTOW, A. P. RICH, Republican Town Committee.
Norwich bulletin., 1920-09-04

an excellent dinner was served in fine style and to which all present did jus tice. The menu was as follows: Ci chowder, steamed cIams baked sea trout, tomato sauce, clam fritters, potato salad, sliced tomatoes, cucumbers, sweet potatoes, corn watermelon.
Norwich bulletin., 1920-09-04
School Days Almost Here
Saturday Specials Wash Goods Department

GENUINE JAPANESE CREPE Beautiful Cotton Crepe. made in Japan, and identioally the same cloth that has been selling for 69c a yard. Shown in solid coiors only, including pink, light blue, rose and lavender
 SATURDAY SPECIAL s3c
Norwich bulletin., 1920-09-04

N0TICE.-All creditors of said de- ceased are hereby notified to present their claims against said estate to the under signed at 115 Mckinley Ave. Norwich, Conn, within the time limited in the above and foregoing order.
 LYDIA F. PERKINS. sep4d Executrix
Norwich bulletin., 1920-09-04

NoTICE.-All creditors of said de ceased are hereby notified to present their claims against said estate to the under signed at 1S1 Hamilton Ave, Norwich, Conn.,, within the time limited in the above and foregoing order.
 FRANK H. ELLIS, sep4d sExecutor
Norwich bulletin., 1920-09-04
WAYNE KNIT" STOCKINGS

WAYNE KNIT" STOCKINGS You've heard of them, we know. They are a good medium weight and may be used for either boys or girls. It is true economy to buy Wayne Knit Stockings. To prove it. buy a few pairs. You will be back for more. All sizes from to Il. Regular prices 75c and s5c pair.
 s5o AND 75e A PAIR THIS WEEK
Norwich bulletin., 1920-09-04
White Goods and Domestics

s2.50 BLEACHED SHEETS The size, you need-size S1 by 90. Sold regularly for $2.50.
 SATURDAY. SPECIAL $2o BENCH MERCERIZED NAPKINS Pretty Napkins in finish and design like the best linen damask. Worth 16c apiece. a4
 SATURDAY SPECIAL ,12 1-2e
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Might be a Repealer

The next thing on the program will be
 twentieth amendment-what is it going to be?-Knoxville Journal and Tribune.
Norwich bulletin., 1920-09-04
PERSONAL
PROSTATE trouble wit

PROSTATE trouble with allied diff- culties, including bladder irritation, piles, constipation. eliminated by drug less method; no massage or dieting; book in plain wrapper free. Electro thermal O.. 2SS-A, Homan Bldg, Steu- benville, o. jan10d
Norwich bulletin., 1920-09-04
Mems Furnishings Department

79c DROP STITCH HOSIERY
 FOR MEN
 Made of fine mercerized lisle, with a beautiful silky finish. We have them in black, navy, cordovan and slate. All sizes
 SATURDAY SPECIAL 5ec 4oc AND soc SOFT COLLARS Reversible models and the famous Earl & Wilson make will be sold Saturday at this bargain price. We have them in satin stripes, French piques and stripe madras. SATURDAY SPECIAL FOR $t0o
Norwich bulletin., 1920-09-04

Many an octogenarian can attribute his longevity to the fact that he never called a man a liar.
Norwich bulletin., 1920-09-04

CHnDRENs CADET" HOSE Two weights are offered in this very desirable brand. They are re- inforced with linen knee, heel and toe, and will wear like iron.
 60c, 65e AND 75e A PAIR
Norwich bulletin., 1920-09-04

WHEN YOU, WANT to put your busi- ness before the public, there is no nedi- um better than. through the advertising columns of The Bulletin.
Norwich bulletin., 1920-09-04
Toilet Goods Department

MAVIS TALCUM-
 SATURDAY SPECIAL Pie AZUREA TALCUM-
 SATURDAY SPECIAL 35c .WAMPOLE'S EXTRACT COD LIVER OIL-
 SATURDAY SPECIAL eee
Norwich bulletin., 1920-09-04

NOTICE.-All creditors of said de- their claims against said estate to the undersigned at Montville. Conn. within the time limited in the above and fore going order
 EDWARD P. SMITH. sep4d Administrator.
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A Bulletin Wan
 Advertisement Will Get It
AUTOMOBILE ACCESSORIES

FORD OWNER-Are you getting a bright light with the regulation lense2 If not, your ucagneto is weak and needs re- charging. The Norwich Welding Co.. with the Vim Cnit Remagnetizer, will rechargs your lnagneto while you wait q Chest nut St Phone 214. aug5d
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DETECTIVES

CIVIL AND CRIMINAL CASES invea- tigated Write Postoftice Box 4T2. NsF- wien. Conn octlle
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IPSWICH STOCKINGS

Another fine make of Stockings for active legs. for either boys or girls. The weight is medium-not too light nor too heavy. and they will give 100 per cent. service.
 Soc AND 5ec A PAIR
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BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES

No DRUGS, no operation, no time time lost; home self treatment for piles, constipation. too frequent urina- ton, prostate trouble, rectal disorders; immediate and lasting relief; pleasant, easy ineXpensive; brochure mailed free in plain wrapper. Electrothermal Co., 2SS-A. Homan Bldg. Steubenville, o. jan10d
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MISSES RIBBED COTTON HOSE Fine Cotton Hose in black, white or cordovan. Good, honest Stock ings which will wear and look well.
 45e AND Soc A PAIR
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STURDY
 STOCKINGS For Boys and Girls

MISSES RIBBED
 MERCERIZED HOSE Fine Ribbed Hose, in black and white, which sell regularly for 75c and 7sc pair. Sizes from to 10.
 THIS WEEK
 ALL SIZES ONLY 65c
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Stationery Department

BLUEBIRD WRITING TABLETS
 SATURDAY SPECIAL 7c CUPID LINEN WRITING PAPER, WITH ENVELOPES TO MATCH SATURDAY SPECIAL 22e BOX
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MISSES SHAPED IIsLE HOSE Made of very fine lisle thread and D offered in black or cordovan. ONLY s1yoo A PAIR
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A widow never tells her age; she's al ways old enough to know better.
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BOYS AND GIRLS
 RIBBED LISLE HOSE A very desirable weight for Fall wear, in sizes from to 10 1-2.
 7Se AND s5c A PAIR
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 Advertisement Will Get ls
Republican Caucus

LEGAL NOTICES
Norwich bulletin., 1920-09-04

Attest: HELEN M. DREsCHER. Clerk.