Litchfield enquirer., 1836-09-08
TEMPERANCE NaTICE

psrance SOciesy was held in North Canaan on Tues day the 23d of Aug. It was meeting of unusual in- tcrest, and produced most delightful impression.- That the cause of temperance has lost none of its im portance in the estimation of our citizens was evnced by the attendance of delegates ffom tOetsir auxi- aress and some from the remote parts of the County The morning meeting was DumerOusly attended by others, beside the delegates which imparted on inter- est seldom felt on such occasions The reports from the auxaries gave evidence that the "canse' is stea- ally advancing; and that while its existence and pros perty, hitherto, to be ascrbed to the influence of the oI pedge its final triumph cannot be reasona- bly, expected without the adoption of the "NeD" Not merely the reformation of the drunkard but the safety of the rising generation seem to require thorough remedies, and oftier barriers against the numerous and insdious attacks of the giant eva The disease must be probed to the bottom, permanent cure can be expected superficial healing, while the wound is left to fester and dises its poisonous cor rrpdon wider and deeper, is worse than useless-it will soon break forth with all the Wrulence of accumu- lated strength This conviction is rapidly extending Temperance mea begin to feel that expediency de- mands the total absnionment. ss common beverage, of all that can intoxicate.
 The exercises in the afternoon were indeed cheer
  ties of the town and some from adjoining towns, vened this occasion comprising about 300 children from years old, and upwards They formed at the school house, and marched procession preceded by band of music, and white flag bearing upon it, in ] large capitals the word "Temperance." No one could behold those interesting youth just entering up on life, surrounded by such bessedinhuences without throb of benevolent exultation: and many fearful Al,z the workings of the spirit within.
 The audience listened with great pleasure to able ] addresses from MT. Cowles of North Canaan, E. w. Andrews, Esq. of Ltchfeld, and the Rev. MT. Bain- bridge of Winsted. The interest of the occasion was much increased by the music from the choir, which was truly delightful; and vote of thanks was unani- mously passed for their excellent performance. Much praise isdue the citizens Canaan for their exertons in rendering the occasion interesting and it is believed that an impression was made upon the minds of old and young that will not soon be efaced
 The society adjourned to meet in New-Iiartford North on the fourth Tuesday in September. The delegates will meet at 10 o'clock A. M. and the pub lie exercises will commence at o'clock P. M. Itis earnestly hoped that eUery auxiliary will be represen- ted. RICHARD SMITH, Sec'ry.
 Sharon, Sept. 5, 1886. sfE
 
 From tAe National EnteLigencer Aug. 31.
 THE PROSPECT.
 At no time within the last eight years have the true republicans of our country had as much reason for ple powerful motives for perseverance, in it. as at the present moment. In the elections, thus far their steady but not clamorous opposition to the schemes of been rewarded with success which their opponents did not anticipate and which has thrown into conl- sion the best disciplined of their equadrons. The fNf Inc nees of the Baltimore o as Presdent 5 % and Vice President will lose the votes Of the people of the
 Number of Electors
 Louisiana, Five,
 Alabama, Seven,
 North Carolina, Fifteen,
 Kentucky, Fifteen,
 Indiana, Nine. votes of the people of the following States:
 Illinois, Five,
 Missouri. Four,
 Arkansas 8HE Three
 That is to say out of the Electoral votes of eight States whose political bias has been disclosed at the elections which have been lately held, which eight made manifest that the spois candidates can com mand but tsceye electors whilst the Opposition to them will obtain yone, where the calculations of the par vote! These facts speak for themselves in language that all can understand.
 We shall not undertake to predict the effect of this | anticipate nothing. much less predict any thing But we run hazard in saying thnt s as plain the easiest question that can be wrought by the Rule of Three that results in the other States corresponding with those in the States heard from would put the Bal tmore nominees out q e question, in the Presidential election. To effect this purpose all that is necessary s tin opinon) that the real Republicans in every State shall come to the pos and do their duty That duty is emphaicay, to sustain the independent Flee toral ticket in each State. If this duty be faithfully performed, do not any sufficient reason to doubt that the Spos party wi at the coming election and for all time to come, be defeated, routed and over thrown. general rally of the friends of the Const tuition and the Laws not as Gen. Jackson or MT. Van Ss Ss hsss 1s a asE s.s necessary to accomplish this great work. "HALrAx COURT HousE, Va, Aug. "A. Dear Sir -The whole town is upside down this
 was supposed to be set on fire by the prisoners from the inside. Can't ascertain whether any escaped. was about the first that got there. Heard the cries o Gnn tell how ysn Made effort to |
 MARRIED.
 In Colchester, Mir Leopard Wheeler, of Avon, to Miss Emma Comstock; Mr.; Francis H. Dolbear, of Natchez, Miss, to Miss Leon6ra A Chapman, daugh- e d Nsrss5 S5ssgMsG o May s% Sa daashssr S Col. John Isham. r
 In this town, on the lst inst child of Mir. Lurnan
 Tn Watsrtowy ss% on the 2lst ut Henry H. son ofEIo brook Curtiss, Esq aged l2 yean. | In West Hart5ord, MT Asahel Porter, aged O. | In Avon, Mrs. Dorothy Robbins, aged g. In Glastonbury, Widow Jenima Hubbard, aged 96. In New.Hayen, MT. Howard Smith. aged 0S | In Wallingford, Mrs. Sarah Andrews widow ofthe late Doct. Aaron Andrews. aged 93years. WANTED.