Norwich Bulletin Newspaper, December 4, 1917, Page 8

FILES $5.000 DAMAGE SUIT Action Brought by Colchester Man Who Claims He Was In- jured When Automobile Crashed Into Him—Norwich .Man Asks Divorce on Ground of Desertion. —— John Sokol of Colchester is made ithe defendant in a $5,000 damage ac- ‘tion brought against him by John Hessler of Colchester as the respit of an automobile accident on October 9 of this year. Mr. Hessler claims in his complaint that he was on that date standing alongside his wagon on a public road in Colchester. An au- tomobile owned by the defendant crashed into him and he was consi erably injured. He asks $5,000 dam- ages. Arthur K.- Fulton of Norwich has brought suit for divorce azainst Ruth E. Fulton, formerly of Norwich, but now of Bridgeport. desertion since Oct. 12, 1907. The couple were. married May 26, 1904 There is one child and Fulton asks the court to grant him custody. The damage suit brought against ‘Michael O'Connor, et al, by John H. Lee of this city has been settled and withdrawn from the superior court docket, notice of the withdrawal hav- ing been filed with the court clerk on Monday. The suit was brought as the result ‘of injuries received by the plaintiff through a defective rail- ing about a stairway at the house lo- cated at No. 111 High street. The ac: cident happened on Oct. 25, 1915. The grounds are 19 CHANDLER TO ADDRESS OPEN MEETING HERE Gathering to Be Held Under Auspices ©f Rev. Daniel Mullen Assembly On Sunday, Dec. , Hon. George B. Chandler, of Rocky Hill, chairman of the committee on * publis of - the Connecticut State Council of Defense, will address an open meeting in this city, to be held under the auspices of the Rev. Daniel Mullen Assembly, fourth degree, Knights of Columbus. The meeting will be held in the au- ditorium of the Knights of Columbus rooms, Sunlight building, and ar- rangements are being made to take care of a large crowd. Probably me man in Connecticut to- day is more sought after for public meetings than is the chairman of the publicity committee of the Connecti- cut State Council of Defense! Cer- tainly no one is better informed than Mr. Chandler regarding the great work that is being done in this state, and which has put Connecticut in the forefront of the states of the Union, in all the important activities having to do with war work. His address, therefore, should be of great interest to the people of Norwich, for not only is he in a position to speak with au- thority concerning the plans and pur- poses of the Connecticut State Coun- cil of Defense but his statements will be made with a brilliancy and a force. fulness that will bring home to each and_every one of his hearers the duty of Norwich men and women in this war work. A special feature of this meeting will be a large Liberty chorus, com- posed of some of the best voices in the city and which is now being form- ed and trained for this meeting. The meeting will be open to the public, men and women. No cards of invita- tion or tickets will be required for admission, everyone is cordially in vited to attend. NORWICH YOUNG PEOPLE MARRIED AT SEA. Ceremony Performed on Steamship Off San Domingo, Where Groom is Sta- tioned in Marine: Word has been received from San- chez San Domingo, of the marriage of Miss Lottie 'B. Wheeler and De Liloyd E. Beebe, phar. mate, 24 cl, 32d Co., 4th Prov. Regt, U. S. marines. Miss Wheeler, daughter of the late Albert L. and Carrie S. Wheeler, sail ed from New York for San Domingo Nov. 10th on the Algonquin of the Iyde Line Steamship company. Mr. Beebe, Dr. Dreifus and a party of Mr. Peebe's friends met the Algonquin at Lamona. The wedding took place on board the steamer Nov. 19, 1917. Rev. W. Mor, rison, M. D.. performed the cerémony. Jfrs. ‘Smithson, who accompanied Miss Beebe on the trip, was matron of hon- or. Dr. Dreifus was best man and two little Olivia children were flower girls. A reception was given Mr. and Mrs. Beebe in the captain’s room. the guests werc W. W. Russel, and M. P. of the U. S. A. to the Do- minican Repubiic, and wife. and W. Bancus, American coneul, and wife. After the reception the steamer stopped to let the bridal v off on to a marine boat whi ing to take them ba Mr. Beebe is a N 3 stationed at Sanchez with the 32d Co., 4th Prov. Regt. U. S. M. Friends of the young couple will be rleased to hear of the marriage and wish tmem much happine: et el e PRESTON CITY ORGANIZES ° RED CROSS AUXILIARY. Officers Elected and Meetings to Be Held Weekly at the Two Churches. h boy and_is Mrs. Robert W. Perkins of this city was Ivited to present the Red Cross work to a representative body of about 40 ladies that met in the Preston City Baptist church Monday afternoon. As the result of the meeting an aux- iliary to the Red Cross was organized with Mrs. Appleton Main as chairman, Mrs. Arthur Shedd as secretary and treasurer, and Mrs. John Boswell as chairman’ of the work committee. The auxiliary will meet every week, altcr- nating the meeting place between -the Congregational and Baptist churches. The next meeting will be at 2 on Wed- n;sda)s: afternfon at-the Congregational church. Need Coat and Bonnet. The United Workers are in need of 2 coat and bonnet for a two-year-old =fr] in the family of ome of the sol- diers who has left town. Girls—Do You Know Why Your Hair Is Ugly? It's amazing how. much good looking bair does towards producing the at- tractiveness so much desired by wom- *n of all ages. It is really pretty hair, more than perfect features that gives :he appearance of youth and beauty. Any woman can merit this praise ‘or beautiful hair is only a matter of sare. When your hair becomes faded, dry, Areaked and when it falls ut badly and new hair cannot grow, he roots must be vitalized and prop- wly nourished. To do this -quickly, afely and at little expense, there is iothing so effective as Parisian sage Jliguid form), which you can get at -ny drug store. It's guaranteed to abolish dandruff —stop scalp itch and falling hair, and yromote a new growth or money re- unded. It's in great demand by dis- riminating women because it makes he hair so soft. lustrous, easy to ar- l 1 | | NAVY’S ADVANCE MAN ARRIVES IN NORWICH Has Established Headquarters in the Local Postoffice. G. J. Garrigan, chief boatswain's mate and advance agent of the navy recruiting party_that is soon to visit thig*city, arrived in Norwich on Mon- day and has established his headquar- ters at the postoffice where he will |] be found ready to answer any and all questions_relative to service in the pavy. Firemen of the second and third class are especially needed for the navy. The advance man will re- main in town until Sunday. The recruiting party which will ar- rive in this city on December 16th will comprisé G, V. Watson, chief ma- chinist's mate, and L. A. Nichols, pharmacist. Speaking of the needs of Uncle Sam’s navy the advance man said on Monday afternoon: We need machinists to make the great engines and other machinery run true and smooth. We need bak crs, cooks, mess attendants to pre- pare and serve the food by which our men at sea are to be sustained in the great adventure. Also men with experience in cabi net or fabric work, competent to re- pair pontoons or the wings of our fly- ing machines, those air scouts of the fleet, and machinists, skilled mechan- ics, with gas engine experience, to op- erate and repair those terrors of the T-boats, the submarine chasers. Are you ready to make our flag & guaran- tee of safety on every ocean? Are you ready to meet and drive the enemy from the seas—and make our fleet a terror to him wherever he is found? Why ask if the old time fire of love ana devotion to cur country still stirs your blood, or are you ready to keep step to the new call of the mighty unign in hearts, hands and endeavors of the United States of America? Come, then, and join the ships and help do the job cut out for us in a businesslike wa: . The men of Connecticut have ever heen to the fore in offering their ser- vices. If you cannot join, help others to do so. 'No thoughtful citizen will now deny that our fleet should be prompt- Iy and fully manned and ready for nstant action. “A generous family allowance dur- ng the war and for a month after its cicse, is made by the government to the families of cnlisted men, running irom $10 to $50 per month, depending on the number in the family. Government insurance from $1.000 to $10,000 is open for you at reasons tes. This is the way ou> coun- try proposes to treat its defenders. s America then not worth fighting fer? Traveling parties will visit the cities of Conmmecticut {n the next few days, according to the schedule be- low. Keep in touch with the schedmle below, and for further information in- quire through the postmaster. After December . no man res- istered in the selective draft may en- iist_in the navy unless nis number is o far off that there is no probability of his being called. Until that date Men who have not actually been post- ed as drawn may enlist in the n: The recruiting_party’s schedule fol lows: Dec. 9 to Dec. 15, Putnam: Dee. 16 to Dec. 22, Norwich; Dec. 23 to Dec. 29, Willimantic; Dec. 30 to Jan Middletown; Jan. § to Jan. 12, New itain: Jan. 13 to Jan. 19, Torrinz- . 20 to Jan. 26, Canaan: Jan Danbury; Fed. § to Feb. You can iting recruiting officer any questions you wish about without obligation. 'If you will give you a preliminar: physical examination, test your eye- sight, hearing., weight, hcight, efic., and if accepted. will give you a ticket to New Haven for final enlistment and transfer to the training station at Newport, or to Boston, for transfer to one of the ships in the fleet. ¥ou must be an American citizen, 18 to 25 years of age. 5 And you. can save money. As pay is clear money and good amusement facilities are offered right on board ship, it is yery easy to save one-half your pay. Men who want to send money home can do'so. Thousands of homes all over the country receive the regular allotment check from Washington on the first of the month. You just sign a paper and you know your mother or father will receive a check whether you are in port or at sea. __The average pay of ail enlisted men in the navy is $42 per month. This is clear money, as rations and lodgings are always furnished by the govern- ment. There is no finer opportunity for pa- triotic service offered to a young man today than to join the regular U. S. navy now—don’t wait for the other fellow—he may be waiting for you. When this war is over vou.will be proud to have dome your part to up- hold the dignity of the stars and stripes. Preston City Patriotic Rally. The- patriotic. rally . which was to have been held on Wednesday evening at the Congresational church in Pres- ton City has - been - postponed -until Wednesday ‘of next week. ' Fifteen Fifty Ear Exhibits Entered. A total of fifteen fifty-ear exhibits have been entered to date in the coun. ty corn show to be held next at the ‘town Lall under the auspices of the farm bureau. NORWICH TOWN Pastor_and Cheir From Second Con- gregational Church. Bring Consoling Message. in Sermon and Hymns to e 7 Guests at Sweaters $5.95 Closing out all our Sweaters DECEMBER SALE OF $5.00 SILK UNDERSKIRTS Elegant quality, smart tailored at this special price, were $10.00, $12.50, $15.00 Women’s and Misses’ Apparel styles, guaranteed for 'six months’ wear. Wonderful values in Smart Coats, Suits, Dresses, Waists and Furs, feature this early season event, enabling you to provide your Winter wardrobe at worthwhile savings. Dollars saved now on the useful things you need yourself will help toward purchasing other Christmas gifts. See these exceptional values. These prices would be considered low in January and February when assortments are depleted. Buy now. GREAT REDUCTIONS ON COATS Our entire stock, comi:ined with a special purchase of choice Coats, we now offer at great price reductions. They are made of the finest materials in beautiful Winter shades, elegantly lined and interlined. Smart Coats Fur Collared Highest Class Coats $39.50,. $18.50, - - Coats $25.00, The values and the Coats are exceptional.’ were to $27.50 were to $39.50° were to $55.00 ; ored effects. A RARE OPPORTUNITY IN DRESSES ™WO Silk and Serge Dresses in a variety of new and becommg styles, ap- propriate for afternoon and street wear. The styles are the smartest you could possibly imagin SPECIAL OFFERINGS e, and the values far beyond your fondest expectations. You will wonder how we could possibly offer such pretty Dresses so cheap. ' COME AND SEE THEM. - Dresses $ Dresses $19.50, - - - 1075, - ¢ UY FURS . Waists $5.00, - - - - Waists $3.85, - - - - Waists $2.50, - - - - g These values are positively not exaggerated—our buyer made a phenomenal purchase and we are sharing our good fortune with you. values to ‘valu‘es to $39.50 CLOSING OUT ALL SUITS Your unrestricted choice of any Suit now in our stock at the following final close-out prices: Suits $15.00, Suits $25.00, - - - - A few Suits at $27.50 that were $55.00 and $65.00—only one of a kind—made of very fine silvertones and broadcloths, elegantly trimmed with fur or smart tail- were to $29.50 were to $45.00 SPECIAL VALUES.IN - SHIRTWAISTS Silk Ideal for Xmas gifts or for personal use—these Waists have just been received and are the acme of smartness. They were designed for Xmas selling and are the prettiest we have ever seen. white, flesh and black. Beaded effects and tailored. Groups that will prove irresistible when you see them: Suit shades Here are three values $10.00 to $12.50' values ‘$5.00 to $7.50 values $300 to $4.50 Hosiery and Underwear make ideal Xmas Gifts. We have just opened this new de- partment. Splendid selection of styles and values. the address was, Waiting for Ged. Some here may feel as if they have done all they can and are only wait- carried age a something that m: plete, a blessing of’ IS | their cousin, there not a work | -uS--to time 1s not i ‘understand time, else we get'impatient. Be of £0od courage to-go.on il His way and “| serve Him the patience and faith in-this home helps others In their restless lives. While you wait, give to this community -the ‘in- fiuence of quiet comfidence. a surety of the presence of »for ‘'whom " you Come Unto Me"All Yo Now -the and; - ¥ t of , were ziven ii t Light ot Day, ? sweel g of the choir being Miss Lillian Wyck- off, Miss Lydia Saubie.s, Miss Helen'| Peale, Miss Katherine Sullivan ‘and Miss Elizabeth Bill. % Guests at Bailey-Staples Wedding. Miss Bgssie M. Grant of Scotland .road and her niece, Miss Ruth Grant of Taftville, were in Essex Saturday a‘ternoon to attend the wedding of Miss Maude Standish Staples. and Ernest .A. Bailey. The marriage took place at the home of the| bride’s mother, Mrs. 1Z. W. Staples, the ceremony being performed by Rev. R. Daniel Trick, pastor of the First Baptist church, who used an entirely original form of service which was an added interest. Miss Dorothy'Stan=| a i ¥, a long-time resident of Mr. Bailey is a banker in . Mr. and Mrs. Bailey will be at heme after Februasy 1, 1918. New York Exhibition of Worki™*" F. G. Hale of Boston, formerly ish Staples, a niece of the bride, was|’ | Norwich Town, has just returned from trip .to Chicaga and Milwaukee and s this; week giving a mexhibition of his work in New Yorik. First Skating. Young people are enjoving_the first skating of the season on Lowthrop Meadow pond. { Heard and Seen. A dandelion blossom was picked .on Saturday on the lawn at the Shelter- ing Arms. s Miss Eleanor Benjainin has return- ed to. the East Side, after a visit at nier; home on, Wauwecus Hill. Mr. and Mrs, George JePan' enter- tained nine at: dinner. ing relatives .coming from Greeneville' and the " ¢ity. 2 e TSR S5 ite AR et e i _The i Methodist o v €ning. Sergeant Fred 'Dowdall” from Fort ‘Wright came Jriday fo bis home on Otrobando avenue and left Monday for Fishers Island. .Miss Cecilia W. Hale of New Haven spent Thanksgiving and the week end with her grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Albie Hale, of Lowthrop avenue. Postmaster J. P. Murphy has a ser- vice flag at his home on Washington street with two_stars for his sons, one in the army and one in the navy. Mr. and Mrs. Albert Saunders and Miss Theodora Brown from New Lon- don spent Thanksgiving the week end at the home of Mr. and Mrs., Stan- | ton Brown on Wightman avenue. There will be a meeting of the home missionary society, Friday afternoon or the on to Ne- be sent New London a student at Connect t College v the guest over Sunday of Mis Rogers of Wa college girls from upt Monday noon after t The First Mathod: 1. First Cc gational churches have been invite to the Greeneville Cengr churs this (Tu eveni a reception 1 ba ziven the twentieth H. Ricketts’ At M Canterbury turnpi , George Morrov rs. George We ville and brother, 1 - of Gree am Weller of New York = _ mey party. bers of the home