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Norwich bulletin., 1921-04-13
FALSE CONFESSIONS.

There are those who indulge in false hoods under certain conditions who are severely penalized, yet there are others who tell just as great untruths under diff ferent circumstances and are permitted to go unmolested. This is to be noted iR connection with the recent false eeAfAe- sion that was made to the police authori- ties of Buffalo and New York state reia= tive to participation in the unselved Hi- well murder case.
 Telling a story that even implicated others and maintaining until he was cor nered that he was telling the unvarnish- ed truth, Roy Harris was net only proved but ended his connection with that case by admitting that he was a liar. Ap- parently his whole purpose in associat- ing himself with such tale of crime was notoriety and yet notoriety of the kind l that connects one with such a serious affair, even though he might expect mer- cy from giving aid to the authorities and probably aware of the fact that some- thing more than his epnfesslen would be | necessary to convict him, that one of ner- nal mind could hardly be expected to plunge into it.
 But after volunteering his fabrication putting the authorities to needless ex- pense and effort he winds up hts hriei period in the limelight by putting himself in the Ananias club and being allowed, tc go his way unmolested. Hew many merl will be inspired to follow his example nc one can tell. Just how he came to tel the story Is not knswn but iH view q the fact that he Is the eighth who ha: indulged in the practice of making fals' confessions of committing serious crime It would seem to be time to apply some thing in the way of Encouragement u such individuals.
 If they were made to have mere re
 gard for the truth the same as othe
 liars are, if they were subjected to oh
 servation for the pupess ef determinInI
 their sanity and the wisdom of permittin
 them to be at large there might be les
 inclination to engage in such q practice
 The fact that they do not fool every
 body doesn't mean that they ought to encouraged to tell such wild tales an . possibly interrupt investigations an thereby aid the real criminals.
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GUARDING THE MAILS.

Heavy losses have been sustained when robbers have held up postal employees and gotten away with large sums that were being transported. There have been such frequent occurrences and such big hapls that the impression has been gain d that either there was inside assist ance or else inadequate measures were being taken to safeguard the transporta- tion of the mail
 In view of the series of raids it is in- lespsting to note that Postmaster Gen. sr@t Hays has announced that mail rob berries must cease and offers a standing reward of $5,000 for any postal employe pr other persons who brings in mail roboer. That may or may not be induce ment enough for blocking the activity and running down such criminals but it cer- taiHly furnishes an incentive that didn't exist before and what is better 1t indi- eates that the department Is prepared to take whatever measures it deems neces. sarY to deal with the situation.
 Putting price on the head of mai robbers isn't certainly going to make fl easier for them to carry on their work and when steps of that kind are beins taken it Is only reasonable to suppose that proper provision will be made fol safeguarding the transfer of mails al such points as conditions demand.
 JEst as soon as it becomes evident tha. dinlcult obstacles are being placed in tn, way of mail rcbbing interest in 1t and tn, Willingness to take the chances will un derso change. The postmaster genera IS setting none too soon but he moves Ii way that gives the country assuranc of his determination to get the desire, results.
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naming General Whiteside as his personal friend, Ito which Lincoln immediately re- piled with Dr. Merriman as his represent ative The two friends met and secretly agreed upon some terms by which the hostile meeting should be avoided. Mir Lincoln had business that called him to Jacksonville, and before his de- iparture he left a memorandum in which
 he explained; his connection with the arti-
 cle in the Journal. If this was not satis- | factory and meeting could not be avoid | ed the arrangements of the fight were to | be:
 First Weapons. Cavalry broadswords I of the largest size.
 l Second. Position. plank 10 feet long and from g to F inches broad, as a l line between the contestants, neither to l pass his foot over on forfeit of his life. Next line drawn on the ground on either side and parallel with it. each at the ldistance<of the whole length of the sword and thfee feet additional from the plank,
 each to fight in his limit on his swn side of the board.
 4Third. Time. On Thursday evening at 5 o'clock, if possible, but in no case to be at greater distance than Friday af-
 ternoon at o'clock.
 Fourth Place. Within three miles
 of Alton"
 Il With our later knowledge of Abraham
 Lincoln's propensities, one is tempted to
 perceive joke cropping out in the posi- ton thus gravely described for the con-
 testants, for it looks as though both were
 thus placed safely out of harms way
 where they could beat the air with their
 trenchant blades forever and do no dam age. But it might be well to remember in this connection the unusual length oi MT. Lineoln's arm and feel some sympa. thy for his opponent.
 However, Shields was determined tc
 fight, and all parties concerned left fol the supposed field of carnage. But peace
 was already lowering in the air abov, 7 them Outside friends, uniting with tht distressed seconds. succeeded in harmon
 izing all difficulties, and the ridiculous af , 1 fair was ended without the exchanging o 2 blow
 ! It was evident that Lincoln did no desire the death of his adversary, but dit ]. not intend to be materially injured him self. Lincoln felt keenly the stupidity o f the whole affair, but thought he could no
 avoid the fight without degradation e while to Shields such fracas was de n light.
 e The duel came to it's end naturally V Shields allowed himself to be persuade n 10 withdraw his offensive challenge Lin r. coin then made the explanation he ha e been ready to make from the beginning e avowing the one letter he had writer
 and saying that it had been printed solel n for political effect and without any inter e tion of injuring Shields.
 s Lincoln's quarrel with Shields was hi s last personal encounter. In later years $ became his duty to give an official repr h mand to young officer who had bee g courtmartialed for quarrel with one e his associates. The reprimand was prol j. ably the gentlest on record: I. Quarrel not at all. No man resolve .e to make the most of himself can spal Y time for personal contention. Still les e, can he afford to take the consequence
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THE BRITISH STRIKE.

Perhaps 1t would be too much to ex- pect steady progress being made toward the settlement of the British coal strike in view of the determined stand which has been taken by both sides and what Is involved, but the efforts which have been made toward compromise and the steps taken to hasten an agreement indi- cate that they are getting down to the merits of the case.
 Distinct progress, however, was made when 1t was understood that the food ing of the mines would neither be toler- sted nor insisted upon. To permit the mines to fill with water weula cause an endless amount of trouble and work to the aetriment of the miner as we'll as the mine owner. It would be like resertins to the destruction of machinery h a fac fery and then being forced to wait after 2 strike was settled until repeirs could be made or new equipment installed, with The additional disadvantage that irrepar- tble damage might result in some in. stances. When the strikers undertook 10 maintain that the pumps could not be operated they revealed one of their des. eerate policies. When they undertook tc tAree employees away from the pumps Ehey aroused the opposition of the coun. tTystAe. They were undertaking to gel their demands granted regardless of the methods employed or the indirect effect that it would nave '-or the public and industry.
 With that matter eliminated and tn, government taking the firm stand that there can be no such thing as a subsidy for the coal miners, any more than ther, can be for any other class of employel now that the var is over the adjustmen revolves about the hard facts iH the cas- eaa tAa iusss1eatien q the Asmaads
Norwich bulletin., 1921-04-13
CIRCULATION WEEK ENDING APRIL 9th. 1921
 11,O75
rHE PREs1pENrs GEssAGR.

In his message to the 67th congress, President Harding leaves no doubt as to where he stands on foreign and domes- tic policy. He plainly recognizes the ex- pression that was given at the polls last November and has such fully in mind as he sets forth his views to congress and the country.
 The importance that he attaches to the domestic problems is, shown by the fact that they received first attention, that unquestionably being the order in which he believes they should be tackled and solved Early attention is needed for the relieving of the artificial and bur aenscme methods of taxation and the in stant enactment of an emergency tariff. As to which should come first he de- clares it is of little concern since both are required and both must get early at- tention.
 Concerning the important matter of peace he favors the peace resolution that wiu be without policy making clauses but assure st-Se If peace. He is firmly op- posed to the league of nations but would have the country ratffy the treaty with reservations and with the covenant left uuef luAI AincItCdH TlsHtS ana interests may be protected, and in the rejection of theapeace treaty he urges new associa- tion based upon international law rather than political eNpediency and without the dangerous clements of super gov. srnment.
 It was clearly set forth that this coun- try is willing to work with other nations Tor the reaching of an understanding or IissTmament and he was clear in his ex precision a sto what form he believed the association that should take the place ol he league of nations should follow.
 It is to be noted with interest that tn, president laid due stress upon the estab lishEhent of the governments bushes. upon a business basis, that he indulget In sane observations concerning the rail road situation and properly called to at tention the disgraceful stain that rest apoa the country as the result of barbari lynehings
 The message is one that cannot fail t Impress congress with the great respon sibilities that rest upon it, the need o applying itself assiducusly to it's tasl and of giving thoughtful attention t, the recommendations presented.
Norwich bulletin., 1921-04-13
apR lNeEBEKrs IN AMERICAN
 HISTORY
WHEN LINCOLN WAS eHALLENaEI
TO A DUEL,

TO A DUEL.
 The code dueiio was reserted to very generally in all the states of our country during the early part of the past century, and very frequently for what appears to have been merely a trivial offense. The state of Illinois was no exception, and many duels were fought in that state, the last fatal one occurring in February, 1S1s, between Alonzo c. Stuart and William Bennett, which resulted in the death of Stuart
 Abraham Lincoln, who later became president, was one of the victims in an absurd duel which resulted in little more than bluH. The origin of his difficulty vas politics In an article published in l the Sagamo Journal of Sept. 2, 1642. MT. Lincoln made 8 bitter attack on some aetiaAs of the state 6ffieials relative to the collection of taxes.
 The articles was decidedly rough iu language and written in 9 testing style apt to cut deep. Special reference was made to State Auditor Shields, who was held up to ridicule personally as well as oficially. MT. Shields, being of Irish blood, was very much aroused Seeking the editor of the paper, he demanded the name of the anonymous writer of the ob. jecticnable article, and it was given him
 MT. Shields sent MT. Lincoln a nott bristiing with the desire to fight. Finall, Shields despatched . formal. challenge
Norwich bulletin., 1921-04-13
FROM LUcILLE'S DIARY

Louise Erwin and have not had a good visit for long time, so telephoned her yesterday afternoon to come over and stay to dinner. said we could have a nice long talk
 Thank you, Lucille" she answered. 'but I've been helping mother can vege- tables all the morning and I mean to in- diilge myself in lazy afternoon.
 'But you can be just as indolent. over here as at your house, Louise. Do come" 1" I urged and she consented.
 'I'll tell you what we can do," said after we had chatted few minutes "TH read you some of that new novel that Hazlitte. one of my soldier brothers sent me. It's absolutely absorbing. l can give you a resume of the first chap ters. While I am reading you can be so angelic as to start by organdie collar and GU set. You know. dear, that imi- tation is the truest fiattery. and I ad- mired your pink set so much that l am going to copy it in blue, but haven't the slightest idea how to begin. A little help from you will make me most grate- ful. Here's the organdie."
 sFes. it is pretty" said Louise, rather indifferently. Are you going to em- broider them with French knot fiowers?''
 .'Yes, if you'll show me how. But of course you have to plan them and cut them first Here's tape measure, sharp scissors. 'neverything, Louise What dear you are !" After l had been reading aloud abou; half-hour Louise interrupted me to say that the collars and cuffs were folded
 ready to embroider. But after gettint my thread in the most exasperatine tangles, for never could learn to make l French knots. suggested that I eontinu with the story and let her go on witt the embroidery, which she does with nc l apparent effort
 "We really can't leave this adorabl, l aviator alone on the island where he' fallen until he finds Madeline, can we?
 asked.
 "No. suppose not" she answered. 1 I intended to suggest that we work ant 1 read some more in the evening, but Capt
 Lacey one of my A. E. F. friends, cam, l around in his roaster, intending n l doubt to take Ene for a drive. As I don l think it any fun to squeeze three into on
 seat, I invited him to come in and en joy some good music, for Louise play delightfully."-.
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It was rather warm in the house. 90 the captain and 1 went out on the porch and listened from there. called to Louise frequently asking for special fla vorites of mine. and for some weird and fascinating SIav pieces she has mastered recently. I think them 70 appropriate and interesting just nov.
 Shall we go for ice cream, LuciIIef' asked Capt. Lacey about ten o'clock. There's good place near here, isn't there?"
 The best place Is too far to walk. Let's take the car and run out to Gardens and bring some back and eat it here. That win be the most fun and then every body can have some"
 That suits me-" he replied, gayiy, and we slipped of the porch and into the ear and were at Gardens in a very few minutes. but there was such a crowd there that no enc had time to pack ice cream in one of those new patent con tainers so l suggested that we go out to | Jossphine's, where they make a apecial- lty of selling ice cream in that way. They were rather busy there, too, but we dnal- | ly got the cream.
 I certainly was surprised to find the house dark and the front door closed when we got back. I had to ring the deorbell and Cousin Fannie came down in her kimono and let us in, yawning. "where's everybody" I asked. "Gone to bed. except your father whe | has taken Louise home"
 Good graciousr r said. 50 early as | thisT"
 Its not early" said Cousin Fannie with unusual shortness for her. She de clined ice cream. so Capt. Lacey and ate all we could and put the rest in the irefrigerators for luncheon today.
 Mother said Louise was hurt by my go- ing away without letting her know and that she played the piano a long time thinking we were listening. If she were a good sport she would take it as a joke
 But she has little sense of hunor, un. fortunately, poor dear.
 I do hope she will regain her customary amiable nature, for I don't see how
 ever could finish that organdie collar anC } cuff set without her help. and must hay, : it to wear with my navy blue tricolett, . suit Although I can i'll afford it, I sup
 pose shall have to take her to lunch ant the matinee or pay her some other specia attention.-Chicago News.
Norwich bulletin., 1921-04-13

There is reason te admit that there must be an adjustment in that industry the same as in others. Conditions are difkeF- ent than they were during the war and with others making changes to meet then it is but natural that they should come to the coal industry now that government control is relinduished inst the same as 1t must ceFae to other industries which were taken over by the government when the period of control shortly expires What is taking place in the coal industry can be expected to serve as a guids therefore for what can be expected II others.
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 tell you before,' Smith continued in . hesitating sort of voice, and you arc such a splendid. noble fellow"
 Yes. yessp answered Jones.
 smith cleared his throat and then with great determination launched out You're one of those fellows vhe never really know what Is being said to them i; you're always pursuing some train of thought Anyone can tell half the time you ere not listening by the far away look in your eyes. You've offended lot of people Of course it is terribly rude, only you don't knoy it. You musl't any more old chap"-putting his hands on Jones' shoulders. Promise me you'll not"
 Jones was then obliged to face his friend.
 Just what were you sayingr' he in- quired in a far away voice.
 Long Silence Explained.
 A certain worthy couple had a boy who was supposed to be dumb, for up to his seventh year he had not spoken. One day it happened that he and his father were busy in the hayheld. It was very hot and the father paused for a drink oi water. As he was slowly ineibing from the pail, the boy, said:
 Make hasten
 In sstonishment the man lowered thl pail from his lips and gazed at the boy ''Why. lad" he exclaimed, you're talk tn'I Why didn't ye speak afore?"
 'Nothin' to say!" replied the boy. Couldn't Know Him whsIly
 A section man was summoned as witness at an inquest. He had beer cautioned that he must be very exact | his statements.
 Was the dAseased total stranger?' asked the coroner. After duly pondering the question hi
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including the vitiating of his temper and the loss of self-control. Better give your path to a dog than be bitten by him in contesting for the right. Even killing the dog would not cure the bite" (Tomorrow: The Drillmaster of the Revo-
 lution.)
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Stories That Recall Other.
How Was That?

Smith and Jones were personal friends, so one day Smith took personal friends liberty and said to Jones: You mustn't take offense if I speak to you about something I have had on my mind for some time-just little habit of yours"
 Certainly not" responded Jones.
 Nobody has ever had the nerve to
Norwich bulletin., 1921-04-13

What New Jersey thinks should be done to discourage crime is shown by the passage in the lower house of the legislature of the bill making highway robbery punishable by life imprisonment.
Norwich bulletin., 1921-04-13

Taking Plymouth Rock inside, locking 1t up and barring the windows indicates that there will be no chances of stepping on 1t again right away.
Norwich bulletin., 1921-04-13

Now that the good old cry of Play ballw is resounding through the land again 1t Is only short run to the good old summer time.
Norwich bulletin., 1921-04-13

Drilling for oil in Maine Is in keeping with the movement throughout the coun- try but those workers must envy the Nantucket peopls who are finding it piled up on the sfore-and eeccanut oil at that
Norwich bulletin., 1921-04-13

If as claimed Soviet Russia has shet dozen of the deported reds it is prob ably as a reproach to this country for turning out such mild hammered men.
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The allies cannot be pleased to see the Turks defeating the Greeks but 1t gives them a chance to impress upon Greece the folly of throwing Venizeles ever. board.
Norwich bulletin., 1921-04-13

There are new 5000, 900 autos h the country. But the number doesn't seem to be half high enough to judge by these out eR . pleasant Sunday afternoen.
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Admitting women to the right to pay poll taxes means of course piiing the tax burden on father and hubby.
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replied: "Hs was what I should caH a partial stranger"
 "Eitaer you knew him or you did not" said the coroner sternly. There is no such thing as a partial stranger"
 Well" he answered, T don't know how else to describe him. He was q one legged man"
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The fear just at present is as to what will happen to the Greeks as the reRt of another meeting with the Turks.
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The man on the corner says: It Is to be hoped that the opening ef the base ball season will not give spring a set back.
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rpIroRIAL NOTES,

Just at the present time the Turk must look to the Greeks as being snite as teF- rible as he ever was.
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There is some satisfaction that April seems tn the job of seeing that the lawn is properly watered.
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WOMEN'S. 3ec

Wonren's Ipswich Hosiery, fine gauge, highly mereerized, with seam in the back, in black and eordovan, former value 5Oc pair-on sale now at 39c a pair, 3 pairs for $1.o0.
Norwich bulletin., 1921-04-13

Women's Ipswich Hosiery, highly mercerized, with seam in the back, in black only, sizes sLa to 10, formerly sold at 45c a pair on sale now at 35c pair, 3 pairs for $1.QQ.
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NEW MIDDY BLoUSEs, sl.5s

We have assembled splendid assortment of new Mdd Bouses-CoERs, laced at side, with regulation detacl able collar and cuffs. The materials are soed quality Jear with collar and cuffs of Palmer Linen and Serge, yer practical for school wear, sizes to 14at 1,5s $l7 and $2.5O.