Norwich Bulletin Newspaper, December 16, 1913, Page 7

! mated on the water should own its . han, “the Connecticut Deeper Water- i ers of Connecticut will be - in the house. "d.fl.f.l\cul!y passing the proposed test. Judge John M. Thayer Lets Contract For Four Story Fire Proof Structure on Bath Street Corner—To Have Four Stores and About 60 Offices—Will Require About 10 Months to Build. —_— The contracts for a big new four- story building for Judge John M. Thayer, to be built on the lot at the <corner of Frankliin and Bath streets, ‘Wwere signed Monday afternoon in the office of C. H. Preston, architect. the Comnecticut Engineering and Contract- ing company of Norwich being (he contractor, through L. M. Young, man- ager. The bullding fronts 100 feet on Franklin square and runs back 133 feet deep. The floors and roofs and rears of the bufiding will all be structural relnforced concrete; the fronts on n and Bath streets will be the! same, but covered with press brick. There will be a basement 10 feet deep; that under the front to be rent- ed. Part of the rear will be used for heating plant, and balance at rear) used for store cellars. There will be | four large stores on the first floor,| these having plate glass for fronts and sides, the store heights being 14 feet. In the center of the main foor front will be a corridor 12 feet in Width and having plate glass doors and quartered oak finish, terrazzo floors, with terrazzo wainscot four feet in height. The stairs in the front corridor and in the side corridor will be wrought steel, includi; stringers, treads, risers and decorative rail, ~capped with| moulded quartered oak. These stairs run from the basement to each floor. ending at the fourth. On the three upper floors will be of- fices, single or in suite, as wanted, there being communicating doors be- tween all. There will be a total of about 60 offices. Each floor has sani- tary accommodations for men and women, each office and store having Wwash bowls and all fixtures being of Jatest up-to-date er: While_the floors will be reinforced concrete, there will be a topping of cinder concrete baving chestnut screeds imbedded in cement and capped or covered with best quality narrow maple - flooring, machine scraped and finished. This applies to all floors in the building except In lavatories, these being fin- ished in the concrete, in color. In all offices the ceilings will be free from concrete timberings, flat slab be- ing used. The roof will be of the sarthe material, covered with five ply roofing paper and slag, all flashings being 11- ounce copp The two building fronts and are to be pilastered in press bri between these there will be bay windows, the whole height of three upper stories. There will be heavy | copper cornices around all fronts and returns, with heavy brackets and frieze. The bays will be 15 inches in relief, and each will have three win-| dows on each floor, the center sash being about 5 feet wide by 7 feet higl, swung_with Geisey trim, on centers. The side windows will be weighted and all will be of plate glas: All interior partitions are to be four inch hollow tile for main or first floor snd three inch hollow tile for base- ment and all of the upper floors, all corridor partitions having figured roll- ed glass and sash between offices and orridors. The heating is to be done two sectional boilers of eight see- jons eaeh, with direct radiation in all Parts. The plant is arranged to use each as a separate unit in the early or late parts of the seasons, or jointly ‘when needed. The building will be_built or placed on 300 oak pillars, 25 feet each in length, with 12 inch heads and 8-inch points, the center postings demanding a nest of 10 pilings each. As each plling is estimated for 20 tons’ capaci- . the ten in the cluster have a strength of 200 tons. The foundations on and around these pilings are to be In ocomcrete, from 24 inches below MAHAN IN FAVOR OF GOVERNMENT OWNERSHIP. Will Propose That Government Take Over Railroads. That government ownership of rail- roads is preferable to the constantly growing government supervision and control over them, was the declaration | made by Representative Mahan of New London, who returned to Wash- ington Sunda: “I understand.” he: said, “that Representative Stevens of | New Hampshire is to introduce a bill Monday, providing for complete gov- ernment control over the operation of trains, schedules, speed, hours of labor, equipment, ralls, saftey devices, and other features of railroading. “When that measure appears I will introduce a bill providing for govern- ment ownership of railroads. Doubt- Jess reforms and improvements are necessary, but why should the rafl- roads be introducing them at the be- hest of the government? It should be much better to have straight govern- | ment ownership. Then Uncle Sam | would see to it that the wages of em- ployes would not be ' increased be- yond the amount of the railroad rev- enues, or else that the rates would be raised. Now the railroads are up against the demand for higher wages on one hand and the protest against higher rates on the other hand. “Why should not the government take over the railroads and make the profit that now goes ta the railroads? Other countries have government ownership railroads, which is pro- fitable. I think every city should own its street railways, gas and electric light plants. Moreover every city sit- | waterfront and dock facilities. Such wutlities are profitable to the public 4n foreign countries and they would be in this country. “By the way,” continued Mr. Ma- ways association will have a big meet- ing this winter. This movement will Relp bring about the development of the waterways of New England as they ought to be developed. The im- provement of New London harbor by the state has just begun. 1 make the prediction that within ten years all the available harbors and navigable riv- improved. The Connecticut river will be develop- ed up to Holyoke, Mass. The Housa- tonic and other streams will be ca- palized well back toward .the Massa- ehusetts line. Other countries are do- g such work and why should not we? n other states principally in the south and west, the waterways are being de- veloped at the federal government's expense; why not Connecticut?” Congressman M: is vigorously opposed to the immigration restriction’ bill, work upon which is progresing He declares that im- migrants make desirable citizens and that the children of even the most il- literate immigrants become the bright- est and most successful people in their communities. He holds it wrong to exclude such people from this country and declares he will fight to a finish the attempt to put an educational test _upon aliens. Mr. Mahan recalls that Nis own father learned to read by the light of a peat fire in the old country and that many such people might have Making Repairs to Cars. ? Two cars, which rolled down the .pank at Scotch Cap in a Central Ver- last week, are being vards in New n | &5 basement floor and ending at present land grades. The basement will run under the sidewalks on the two streets, baving American prismatic glass for lighting the basement. The building is ta be electric wired in conduits throughout, each floor baying a central station from which all wiring will run for that floor. There is to be a fast running elevator in- stalled, running fro mbasement to and including fourth floor, enclosed in fire- proof partitions. It is expected that the construction will take about ten months for com- pietion, and immediately on signing the contract Manager Young made ar- rangements for bringing men from a job he has just compieted in Willi- mantic. Architect C. H. Preston fur- nished the plans and will have charge of construction of the building, 'LIVES OF LINEMEN. Cempanies in Conference With Public Utilities Commission. There was an important conference held in Hartford Monday afternoon be- tween representatives of some of the principal trolley and electric compa- nies, the public utilities commission and the chief engineer, C. C. Elwell, on the matter of having a uniform code of rules. Representatives of the fol- lowing companies were present: The Hartford Electric = Light company, United Hlectric Light and Water com- pany of Waterbury, the United Illumi- nating company of New Haven, the Connecticut company, the Southern New England Telephone company, the Western Union Telegraph company, the Postal Telegraph and Cable com- pany, the Connecticut Power company of New London, The conference was held in accord- ance with the recommendation of Chief Engineer Elwell in his report to the commission on the accident whick occurred some time ago in New Canaan and which resulted in the death of Joseph Knocke, a lineman in the empioy of a Waterbury company, who had previously been in the em- ploy of the Southern New England Telephone company. Engineer Elweli recommended that linemen and others | whose positions are dangerous should be examined as to their knowledge of the work for which they are engagel Try this clean, white, Soothing oint- ment. 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Mr. Riley’s health has not been good for .some time and it is hecause of this that his condition is considered serious. price. shadings. time on. are much appreciated. up. moderate prices. to $6.50. $2.00, $2.50 and $3.00. Not so in this store. creasing appreciation and loyalty to The Toggery Shop, “The Store of Quaiily” This spirit has prevailed throughout in assembling our lines of USEFUL CHRISTMAS GIFTS and we invite you to a store full of sensible articles where REASONABLE PRICES on good values are all about you. HANDSOME HOLIDAY NECKWEAR The choicest fruit of the Silk looms both at home and abroad are shown in our matchless lines of Men’s Neck- wear in all the approved styles. Fresh, crisp and winning. Full Dress Neckwear, Combination Sets exquisitely boxed that include the Scarf, Hose and Handkerchief. These sets complete for $1.00, $1.50 and $2.00. Men’s Silk Reefers, Mufflers and Full Dress Protectors, Heavy Accordion Silks and Flat Silks to sell for $1.00, $1.50, $2.00, $3.00, $4.00, $5.00 and $6.00. HALF HOSE FOR ME Silk Stockings have been the craze and yet it has only started for men are going to wear them freely from this Don’t overlook Half Hose in your Christmas buying, they We have the Holeproof guaranteed for six months and Silk Hose guaranteed also. New parts for those that do not wear. But we have the fine qualities of Lisle, too. warmth, fashioned to fit, loomed to last. coats in both plain and fancy fabrics at popular prices. Let him eat his Christmas dinner in one of our House Coats. comfort at home through the year—$5.00, $6.00, $7.00, $8.00 and $9.00. Silk Hat Boxes, Suit Cases and Traveling Bags, gifts well worth while. Brand new stocks of LIKELY LUGGAGE. Silk Umbrellas for both ladies and men. $3.00, $4.00 and up to $8.00. All grades from 2 15¢ a pair 2 Everybody wears GLOVES and at Yuletide they are most in season. Gloves, Kid Gloves, Fur-lined Gloves and Auto Gloves. MEN’S Pearl Jewelry for You don’t have to accept substitutes here, our stock is com man’s shop. You pay no more and you get what men wear. 5 to $2.00. 5¢ to $2.00. IT IS A COLD WORLD WITHOUT A SWEATER COAT OR A MACKINAW “Just the thing,” I hear him saying, here at $3.00, $4.00, $5.00, $6.50 and $7.50 up to '$10.00, woven for WAISTCOATS, HOUSE COATS and BATH ROBES. Stunning Waist- An extensive line of Full Dress Vests at all prices from $3.00 = [ They are made attractively and will add to his Men’s Silk Shirts in new and exclusive designs, French cuffs and beautiful qualities. Rare handles and the best of covers—$1,00, $1.50, $2.00, $2.50, ENGLISH SMART WALKING STICKS. SHIRTS We have just received a complete line of Madras Shirts in both white and colors for the Holidays—$1.00, $1.50, If you are seeking suggestions let us mention Silk Hats, Silk Opera Hats, Winter Caps and Auto Headwear, in every grade. Then UNDERWEAR a timely gift, and Handkerchiefs of all kinds, from initials to the better silks in faultlessly hemstitched rich qualities. formal occasions. The Toggery Shop 291 MAIN STREET M We Will Attend to Your Wants if You ’Phone Opposite Chelsea Savings Bank Let us mention Suede Gloves, Cape Why mention prices—we have everything from 50c up plete and it’s always better to buy a man’s gift in a IF YOU WANT “QUALITY” Go To a Store That Studies Quality Some stocks of merchandise are assembled without a thought further than to secure a ready sale at a cheap Our inspiration for many y ears has been to sell only such lines as would develop in- Rich fabrics for every occasion in the somber tones and the Daintiest of Dainty They are here in good grades and at Warm Nighties for winter nights both Pajamas and Night Shirts in flannelette or we can show you Silk Pa- jamas, Soisettes or Madras extensive lines of Nightwear. Fresh for Christmas. Norwich, Conn. Our Is Wonderfull In Thjs Chri y Simplified stmas Store from the great producing centers of the world, afford the widest possible range of choice. Hmy_bufindthegifl that is useful and practical as well as the gift of pure beauty —and you know that whatever price you pay for the article selected, that you have the assurance, that’ ered, it is the very lowest From Every View quality consid- Point-Assortment, Quality and Price, This Store Stands Pre-eminent as the Ideal Gift Store. TOYS Toys of all kinds and all styles, z{ties in Mechanical Toys, and e. We Are Christmas Headquarters for TOYS including all the latest nov- the prices are very reasona- Don’t fail to visit our Holiday Basement for the most complete assortment and best values in Toys to be had hereabout. BIG DOLLS POLLS Dressed—Undressed—A Great Assortment— LITTLE DOLLS Ali the Best Makes have assembled this season. range is 25¢ to $5.00. BOYS’ BOOKS e have never before shown such a variety of Dolls as we There are Jointed Dolls, Kid Body Dolls, Character Face Dolls, Etc. — and the price BOOKS 55o&s Attractive Gift Books for Children of All Ages A complete Book Store is at your service in the Millinery Room. Every noted book of recent publication is now in our stock as well as a splendid assortment of dainty Gift Books in appropriate and tasteful bindings, produced especially for gift purposes. There are books for boys, for girls, for adults—also a complete showing of Christmas Cards, Calendars and Booklets. For Gift Purposes for men, women and children. JEWELRY We are showing a complete line of Jewelry for gift pur- poses, including hundreds of articles of personal adornmen All In Dainty Boxes t Our Jewelry is one of the most attractive sections of the store for gift seekers. HOLIDAY HANDKERCHIEFS 3.Comereie™™* At Prices to Suit Every Purse Our stock of Handkerchiefs is complete — all kinds and prices. Handkerchiefs make very popular presents and you cannot find anywhere a more comprehensive assort- ment of fine qualities and low prices than we are offering. This immense array of Handkerchiefs is systematically dis- played so that you can find exactly what you want without the least delay. See our special value in Children’s LINEN INITIAL Handkerchiefs—three in a box—at 25¢ a box. FINE LINEN For Chrisi tmn. Gifts Any Housekeeper would appreciate a gift from amongst our assortment of Fine Linens. Now is a good time to make your selection while the stock is complete and you can trade in comfort. These few suggestions: PATTERN TABLE CLOTHS in all sizes, from at $1.00 to $19.50. TABLE NAPKINS, plain, hemstitched and scalloped, all sizes and qual- 1 for Scarfs, USEFUL CHRISTMAS GI S S S S| imake an ideal gi assortment—at 26¢ to $7 CEDAR CHESTS ties—at $1.00 to $25.00 a dozen. 2x2 yards and larger— TOWELS, all sizes and qualities, including newest designs for embroid- ery—at 26c to $1.50. SIDEBOARD and BUREBAU SCARFS, plain and embroidered linen, Cluny and Filet lace effects—at 50c to $9.50. TABLE CENTERS, square and round, plain linen, Cluny and Filet lace —at 60c to $5.00, DOILIES of every kind, in big variety—at 10c¢ to $1.00. 'H CLOTHS, 0. TRAY CLOTHS, LI TEA CLOTHS, ETC, in a splendid ART LINENS for needle craft, round thread Linen, Russia Crash, Etc, Squares, Etc—at 16c t0$1.00 a yard. From Qur Third Floor Our Third Floor abounds in useful gifts—articles of utility, many of them beautiful too—practical gifts which house- home. Cedar Chests, a positive protection wives will appreciate, and which will help to beautify the UTILITY BOXES Utility or Shirt Waist Boxes, Mat-| X ting covered, a varlety of sty] against moths and other insects—at| o€, COVETER, R RO, OF :Sa"'“;":fi $6.00, $7.50 and up to $256.00. $6.50. SMOKERS' STANDS—made of fumed oak with heavy brass trimmings, with ash tray and match holder—at $2.50 and $5.75. BAMBOO TABOURETTES and JARDINIERE STANDS—at §9¢ and $1.10 § BAMBOO UMBRELLA STANDS and HOLDERS—at $1.19, BETSY ROSS SEWING SCREENS, covered with pretty cretonnes -at $1.19. ki FANCY SOFA PILLOWS, covered with pretty cretonnes, fancy silks and tapestry—at 39c, 89c, 98c and up to $4.00. SILK FLOSS SOFA PILLOWS .» 260 23¢ .s 42¢ G0c ize 16 x 16 at . ize 18 x 18 at ize 20 x 20 at . ize 22 x 22 at When you Size 24 x 24 at . Size 26 x 26 at . Size 16 x 22 at Bize 18 x 24 at on our Third Floor look over our Sewing Machines, which for the woman who does home sewing. 60 70 The Porteous & Mitchell Co.