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NORWICH BULLETIN WILLIMANTIC OFFICE | Telephone 3581 23 Church St What Is Going On Tenight. o Obwebetuck lodge, No. 16, 1. 0. O. F, meetg at 507 Maln street. Judge George E. Hinman, of the su- perfor court, has been petitioned for a | recount of the bi-ennial city election by ! i i 11,650 for Mayor Gates gnd 1,848 for Mr. {Dion. In the petition, ballots® disputed ‘}are two in the First Ward, three in the Second Ward, and ome in the | Fourth ‘Ward. Judge “Hioman has granted the petition of Mr. Dion and has set .Satur- day, December 17th, at 2 D. m.,at the supérior._court this clty as the place of hearing on the petition'for a recount. A copy ‘of the petition and certificate is- sued by .fudge Hinman were served on Mayor’ Charles A. Gates Wednesday morning by Ciy Sheriff Thomas J. Kil- - o In the second ward of sald city on sald day ot sald meetingiand election thers were thres ballots counted for sald Charleg -A. Gates that were fllegal and void, and which should not have bsen counted. Said ballotsgwere unlawful and should mot have“been and should not be counted for sald Charles A. Gates for the office of mayor of sald city of WiHi- mantic, becanse one of- said ballots did not have the eross-mark ‘X prescribed by statute within the circle at the head of any party co'umn or in the voting epace at the .cft 47 any candidate appear- Ing or sald hallet, and in place of sald |0 isald col Char! ,pnuzjen:r\. ppu’tul as candidate for of city, a cross-mark in the vdting space at the left of said Charles A. (jates’ name and a cross-mark at the right of the name of your petition- er. As @ means of protecting school chil- dren coming from schools during the noon recess and at the afternoon dis- missal, merabers of the Boy Scout Troops Nos. 2 and & are to be stationed.along the eastern cnd of Valley street, and at the corner of Valley and Jackson streets, in order to restrain the scholdren from darting into they steets and endangering their lives. Arrangements have ‘Peep made with the police department for the of ybr DISTRIBUTOR FOR ALL OF “WINDHAM COUNTY stock. p m Towemgs g 82 ¢ o |cross-mark 11 have,an dentitying mark [scouts to rizulate all traffic over these \ | Hormisdas Dion, democratic candidate & In ‘;hob.p“nmontm 1;.:11 ’afi:d’-“:‘lm in sald circle and voting upn.e:h sp:er:lg ::l:“e:: :‘i‘?‘lfim ?:r l;efl:g;! manflmdihfill: V. i TN v all I - = as a m: In forms ) \for office of mayor who was declared & | (TN 10 STE e ction to-elect him to | Knox xnd deafEnated ™ | Siomata are tobe obesen. Critaren . | Satisfactory work on 5 Ioser to Mayor./Charles A. Gates by the office of mayor of Willimantie. s e ing o, ahes aera il e reprihuied of : i ‘ votes, the Anal vots being announced as |’ the retitfon the following claims| Another of gaid ballots &ig mot have | -, "0 J.F SN EE Hi Sl be dealt fih; cars. 4 ; = e LS In the vam: |sald cross.mark X" within the circle |473 operstors of veblcles will bo deait T & 'u"w':“: N at the head of any party column or in the. ,y,temy ws:l p;r::ent any o h!: m nm cs ous wards: further accl- . voting space at the left of any candidate 4 y - In the frge ward of said city_ihee |appearing on eald bellot, but did mot |{CU0 17 2 ngested sections during the | RADIATOR REPAIRING was one law! allot ca - | have a cross mark at the top mai 3 res ) Biioner, for rald oftice of mazor ‘of SM4 Leald ballot and: withont anfl outside any [ Gerald Milsteln, of No. 554 Ash street, A SPECIALTY oity which was rejected and not counte Tius syrep w differens trom all others Quick reliet. No opiates. 35¢ everywhere JAY M. SHEPARD Susceeding Filmore & Shepard Funeral Director & Embalmer 60-62 NORTH ST. WILLIMANTIC Lady Assistant. Tel. Connection Kiliourey Bros. FUNERAL DIRECTORS AND for your petitioner for.the reason that it had an allaged identifying mark within the, circle at the head of the party col- umn containing the mame of your peti- tioner as a csandidate for mayor of said city of Willlmantic. ~Said ballot did not have an identifying mark. The alleged ident!fying mark was in fact the cross- mark “X” provided by statute to be placed within the circle at the head of the party column containing the names of ocandidates to be voted for, and should have been counted for your petitioner for said offlce of mayor of. the city of Willimantie. There was also one ballot counted for sald Charles A. Gates in said ward on sald day atssald election that was ille- gal and vold, and which should not have been counted. Said ballot was unlawful and should not have been counted for circle therson. Another of sald ballots did not have saild cross-mark “X” within the circle at the head of eny partyscolumn or in the voting space at the left of any candi- date appeariag on said ballot, but did not have a eross-mark at the top margin of sald ballot and without and outside any circle thereon. And another of said ballots had a cross-mark’ {n the circle at the head of the column in which said Hormidas Dion’s name was printed as a candidate for mayor, and also had.a cfoss-mark in front of and after the printed name of Charles A. ‘iates as candidate for mayor in the column in which his name appear- ed as candidate for mayor of gald city. .In the fourth ward of said city on said day at said meeting and election there charged with reckless driving was found guilty of the charge:in police court on Wednesday wmorning and was fined $25 and costs, §15 of the fine being remitted. Milstein gave notice of an appeal to the superior. court and bonds of $100 were furnished by Mrs. Tille Bycel, aunt of the accused. The charge arose through an accident Monday night between the automobile driven by Milstein and a buggy driven by Louis ldstein, of Pleasant Valley.- Harry Goldstein, uncle of the plaintiff sald that both rear wheels of the wagon were smashed and the vehi- cle otherwise damaged. The automobile must have been going fast. Louls Gold- stein testified’ that he wag on the right of ‘the road when the smash came. It wasg not true that he and his uncle were thrown from the wagon and the horse injured. ‘I was a light on the dhsh- In Rear 935 Main Street Willimantic, Conn.” passenger received a fright when the wagon, falling to the street, both right wheels passing over her legs. An exam- ination disclosed that the girl,suffered no serious injuries and she was able to at- tend school in the afternoon. Auxiliary of St. Paul's Episcopal church have been eiected for the ensuing year: President, iirs. Austin D. Boss; vice president, Miss Elizabeth W. Peterson; secretary, Mrs. Willlam E. Jackson; treasurer, Miss Elmira C. Sweet; pari treasurer for the United Thank Offering, was one ballot counted for said Charles |board and the light wast visible from the Misn & i ey : EMBALMERS sald Charles A. Gates for the office of | A. Gates that was. illegal and void, and | front and rear. 3’,‘,:‘;;"“,‘;:,‘;‘1;;3’;’;3,‘;5')'}‘;;“":;l{:;";° 36 Uninn St. Willimantic, Gonfh, | mayor of sald clty, because said ballot | which should not have been counted. | Gerald Milsten said that the auto was | Gooroiy P e ¥ ; Phone 28¢ {Lady Assistant) |in addition to having a cross-mark within | Said ballot was unlawful and should not owned by hig aunt bit that he held an operator's license. He had passed an- San Jose covncil, No. 14, at its Tast little girl suddenly stepped From the |- The following officers of the Woman's. SECTIONAL | BOOKCASES Prices Much Reduced N. S. Gilbert & Sons SHETUCKET STREET other automobile and suddenly the wag- on loomed up less than ten feet away. He was not/making over ten miles an hour. He did not see any light on the wagon and tcstified to taking Lieutenant Allan MacArthur to the location of the accident and the latter did not see the lantern until he pointed it out to the officer. Sylvester Collins of North street arrived soon after the accident, and saw meeting, approved the action of the ath- letic committee in.charge of the basket- ball team, i dropping out of the State Kacey League. The resignation of the local council from the league has been forwarded to Frank Lynch, league sec- retary. The reason advanced is that ama- teur basketoall does not meet With pop- ular favor in this city. ’ .Murra&" s Boston Store illimantic, Conn. 25 cents for city trips have competition in the shape of a “Henry,” whose price per trip has been set at 15 cents. George F., Taylor, son of Harold Tay- lor, is confiaed to his home on Lewiston avenue ‘becauze of illness. NG gone te ‘her sister, whe 8 The Emarnlds, minus the strong play- ESTE that only one wheel was slightly damag- | ing" Normandin, went to Waterbury on COLCH R be at the conc led. Willlam A. Butler, a companion In | Wednesday right for a game with the | Selden P. Sears was in Salem Mon-| This place is s the auto with Mllstein said he did not o - Waterbury Raceys. day. Charles T. Wilson of Worcester was Normandin is out of side world, as t the game for a few days because of boils see the wagon until the smash came. He not been rep: Christmas Buying Is Now At Its Height ARE YOUJ DOING YOURS NOW — OR WAITING UNTIL ; THE LAST HOUR? ' . AS ONE’S THOUGHTS TURN TO CHRISTMAS, 1921, TWO BIG POINTS SEEM TO STAND OUT WITH SPECIAL CLEARNESS. FIRST, OF COURSE, IS “TRUE thought the wagon was only slightly | that develoned on his arms.e He be | callin gon frienfls in town Monday. Mrs. Ida Owens damaged. The court found . defendant |in shape for Fridny’s game in this city |¢ H. D. & B. club held a meeting Mon- friends in Danie guilty as stated. withi the Rectors of Bridgeport. ~ The | 43y evening in their club room on Main mith an The Christmas foir of the Ladies’ so- ciety of the First Gongregational church which opensd Tuesday afternoon at the church house met with great success. The hall has been attractively decorated and the booths rlaced about the room under {‘charge of the members did a thriving business. Daring the evening entertain- ment was furnished including solos and concert numbers, and readings. Mrs. Frank P. ifenton is general chairman of the falr committee, Mrs. H. A. Bugbee | Springfield team, owing to failure to se- cure players, cancelied the game for this ‘week but will show here later in the sea- son. The American Thread Girls make their debut Friday' night in the prelimin- ary game with thq New Departure Cirls' team of Bristol. After the business session cigars | e passed and a socigt hour was spent. Harry Tew 0f Salem was in town Mon- day. There was a large attendance at the basketball game in Tip Top hall Saturday evening between the second town team and the Academy team. The score was 24 to 18 in favor of the towa team. Sam- uel Slofkin was referee. Mrs. William Kingsley and daughter of Salem .were caliing on friends in town in IH. Rounds is of late‘eider; the a Maine. , W. R. Spooner and family have meved to Oneco. C. H. Corey is fIL Funeral wervices for Joseph L. Tru- deau were held Wednesday afternoon at 2.30 o'dlock from his home, No. 330 Valley straat, with-burial in.St. Joseph's THOUGHTFULNESS” IN EVERY GIFT YOU GIVE. AND SECOND, “TRUE ECON- OMY” WHEREVER IT CAN BE PRACTICED FCR VALUE OF SPENDING WISELY. ALL OF US HAVE LEARNED THE WF EEEL THAT WE HAVE SUCCEEDED MOST SPLENDIDLY IN BRINGING BE- FCRE YOU ARTICLES THAT WILL EXPRESS THE SINCERITY OF THE GIVER, AT PRICES WHICH WILL MA\\KE YOUR CHRISTMAS MONEY GO FAR. XMAS UMBRELLAS Everyone uses one and it seems as though' you. always had one too few. These have beautiful handles and in vari- yus qualities of silk from the cheapest good kinds to the very best at $4.00 up to $12.98. ' TOYLAND IS CALLING YOU Toyland is a busy place these days angd the jor How Santa ever got down through the chimney with so many and of kiddies. s more than we can tell. mals, games, puzzles, and a hundred that will interest the older ones and amuse the younger sets, m fact there is everybody, and make boys and girls joyous on Christmas day. HOSIERY For Gifte There is not 2 woman among your friends who, if she should be asked to write oyt a list of things preferable to all others, that would not include Hos- iery, and here they are, both in wool and silk at $1.00 up to $3.98 pair. for children of every age from 1 year up Trains, engines, drums, mechanical toys, ami- dolls, doll beds, doll carriages, pianos, GIFTS IN NECKWEAR There is always a need for a dainty-piece of neckwear. All the newest and best styles are here. Also collar and cuff sefs put up in neat-Christmas bokes, priced as low as 50c and up to $1.50. This Christma There are toys and one things ‘leisure. The something for reminder of your thoughtfuiness. joy of an immaculate home with rugs that are ever clean and attractive and.transform her hours of drudgery into hours of ease and beats—as it sweeps—as it cleans. for demonstration. XMAS HANDKERCHIEFS | Dainty Handkerchiefs, an easy one to select—especially when you have such a splendid assortment from which - to choose. Always acceptable, and one never hadtoo many. Boxed 2, 3, 4 in a box, 25c, 50c, 75c and $1.00. Separate, 15¢, 25¢, 50c¢ and up to $1.25 each. GIVE HER A HOOVER For Christmas s give her a Hoover as a lasting Give her Hoover will do all that, for it Step=in QOur easy term payments| : make it very easy to own one. i - Gifts of « LINGERIE ; Are Practical What could you give" that would be more acceptable to any woman than a pretty piece of silk Lingerie. No woman ever has too many, especially if it is some pretty Philippine hand embroidered garment put up in neat Christmas boxes, is very acceptable. i . BATH ROBES . Are Warm Gifts A Bath Robe fills more than one need. It is practical and a very useful gift, especially at this time of the year when one must have one to keep warm and cozy. A wide choice is offered here both in Blanket Bath Robes and Cord- uroy, trimmed with satin fac- ing, cords and frogs, $5.98 to $12.98. Children’s Bath Robes $2.50 to $4.98: Pflm GIFTS THAT ARE SURE TO PLEASE Beacon Bath Robe Blankets, cords and tassels $5.98. Men’s silk striped crepe Negligee Sfiifis, good patterns, $2.50. Men’s madras and rep striped and checked Negligee Shirts $1.89. Baby Crib Blankets, figured, 79¢ up to $3.29. Hand made Table Mats, 4 in a set, $1.39.a set. 68-inch to 72-inch wide Linen $2.00, Fruit of the I and hemstitched in pink, size 45x36, $2.00 a pair. $2.69, $3.00 and $3.50 a yard. oom Pillow Cases, 12ce trimmed complete with | Turkish Bath Sets $1.25, $1.39 and $2.00. Turkish Bath St with large Bath Mat $2.75. 54-inch wide all wool French Serge, sponged Christma $4.00 yd Table Damask blue or white, (] one—$1.. and shrunk. A Dress Pattern in s box is practical, —$3.00 and 40-inch Yide black Satin Canton Crepe, bro- caded, and an ideal gift at $3.50 a yard. A modish Scarf of brushed wool that has the smartness of a shawl will please a dear 25 to $4.98. it a‘mat H «chairman of the board of directors and Mrs. C. C. Helmold, Fupervisor of the Thimble circieg are in charge of the ar- rangements. Napoleon Bacon, of Willimantic, while driving his tesm up Valley street Wed- nesday morning, having his nece as a T\ S Earliest history shows thattheIndians realized the medical valueof Spruce ‘Gum in the treatment of coughs, colds, hoarsen inflammatory conditions of the throat. The Spruce Gum in combination with other veg- etable medicants of proven value form 4 the basis of the60years of success of GRAY'S SYRUP RED SPRUCE GUM Moptreal: "D-WATSON /€O New York cemetery. The funeral of Wililam C. B?llm’lmr&_i :was held Wednesday afternoon at 1 o*- clock from No. 62 North street, Rev. Harry S. MoCready /pastor of the First Congregationai 3 fating. bearers were L. P. Smitk, F. P. Fowler, David Pitchar and S. C. Goodwin. Burial was in the Center cemetery, Lebanon, in charge of Jay M. Shepa Brief Notes. Skating is reported godd on several nearby ponds. Jt is expested Recreation Park will afford skating soon if cold weather continues. Mrs. Joseph A. McKeown Ig viziting relatives in Providence until after Christ- mas. Miss Rose McGuillan is visiting Hart- ford friends for the remairder of the week. - Missis Edith Barrows, a senior at Wellesley, s at the home of -her mother, Mrs. D. C. Barrows for over New Year’s. George W. Hickey and Mrs. M. Hickey have returned from ville, Va., with Louls a student at the Univ West Main stieet have moved to New York, where Mr. Shepard is emploved. The winter issue of thb telepho rectories have arrived and will be dis uter this week by the Southern New & land Telephone comp: Jitney drivers wit AT Christmas . $25, $30, OVERCOATS MEN'S AND BOYS’ Hand-Tailored T\Hroughout Great Values Sheeplined Ulsters FOR ROUGH WEATHER SWEATERS Cashmere Hose Silk Cravats ALL OF EXCEPTIONAL MERIT T};S H.E. Refiingtqn Co. Willimantic, Conn, - Gift Price $35, $40 / Monday. Mr, and’Mrs. Arthur H. Chapman m tored to Norwich Monday. of Harry Lazinsk of this place to Miss Esther Lubchansky of Norwich has been received. The betrothal party was heid young lady’s homz in Norwich h T. Van Cleve was in Hartford Tues- A meeting of the charter members of the new lodge of Pythian Sisters was held in Pythian hall Tuesday evening. About 35 women candidates and members of the local 1odge of the K. of P. are on the list. STAFFORD SERINGS Horace E. Partilo, 78, dled at the home of Henry Gilmartin, on Somers av- euue, ay, after a brief illness with pneumonia. He leaves two sons, Eugene H., of Groton, and Leon Partifo, of Bos- ton. Mr.(Fartllo was a veteran of the “ | Civil war, naving enlisted April 10, 1861, for two years and at the expiration he re-enlisted for the remainder of the war. He was born in North Stonington, but spent about 40 years in Staffont where he had been employed in varfous fac- | tortes. Farold Neff is the winmer of the $10 gold piece Tecently awarded by Strazzo say on ‘‘Americanism.” Miss Ruth Mul- the third of $2.50. Doris Avery an Tuischman were given honor- } able mention. S | Paul Ginholdt has almost completed the erection of a garage mnear his home on West HMain street. There will be a tenément on the second floor. \ Frank L. Roterts has leased of Geerge L. Denis, the ground on which his new {ice house stands and the right to take ice from the Dennis pond for a term of ten years. — New Britain—"Fifteen hundred mem- bers by March 15” is the slogan of & drive that will open in New Britaln, Plainfleld, Berlin and Kensingten, unaer direction of Daly council, K of C. Rheumatism Dangerfis Anyone having the slightest taint of rheumatism should drive it out quickly. | Rheuma has 4done it for thousands and should give you the same satisfying re- sults. Money back if it fails, says Lee & Osgood Co. The announcement of thc engagement | post of the American Legiion for the best| Pre-Holiday Shoe Sale Shoe your family in our Shoe Store, and save for other holiday gifts. Open Until 8 P. GOLDBLATT'S SHOE STORE ! 46 Franklin Street Norwich, Conn. mother Sunday. There seems to be measles in town, far reported. Earle W./Stone and Miss Anna Cl tensen of Hartfor® were recent visitors in town. Howard Green's family of Versailles have been visit Green's moth: fewer cases of No new ones have se Hartford.—Charles was retired from h after nearly 40 year: postoffice when it was located on Main street. Gen. L. A, Dickt master at that time, 1 was just beginning to sittow pror f becom= ing a fair sized city some day. Holliday entered the service as & letter carried April 1, 1882, M. During Sale