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Litchfield enquirer., 1856-09-11
.I .zHyUel0ass Remedy, FOR A MARVELLOUS AGEl
HoLLowAX's oxM TME INT,


 By the aid of microscope. we sec millions of little openings on the surface oi bodies. Through these this Ointment when rubbed the skin, is carried o any organ or inward part. Diseases of the Kidueys disorders Of the Liver, affections o the Heart, in. fammaion of the Lungs. As hmas, Coughs md Cods. are by its means eHecuaiiy cured. Every house. wi fe knows that ssii passes beely threueh hone o meat of any thickness. This healing Onf more readily penetaes through any bone or eshy part Of ie living body, curing the most daneeroas inward compain,s that cannot be reached by other means. Erysi pelas, Salt Rhcuxn and seorbuflc Iaumor. No remedy has ever done SO much for the curs of diseases of the Skin whatever form they may assume ss this Ointment. No case of Salt Rheum. Scurvy, Sore Heads Scrofula or Eryspeus, long nd parts oi the globe, visiting the principal hospitals dis pensng this Ointment giving advice as ,o US applca. less numbers to health.
 Sore Legs, Sore Breasts, Wounds and uieers.
 Some of the most scientific surgeons now rely solely on the use Of his wonderful Ointment when hs y,ne t cope %n.h .hs worst eases of soses weonds ulcers. has ny command of the Allied Oovsssmeps. ,g;sps.cI. ed to the hospitals of the East large snenis t nj. cal St.f in the worst cases of wounds. if wii cr,s s9y u'cer gandaar dwelling. sifiness or contraction oi thsj joints, even of 20 years standiDg.
 Piles and Fistuias.
 These and other similar distressipe comnIsir,s ..n over the part. effected and by osherwse oliowne ,Ss nsmted directions around each pot. 17- M 's - S0A Ms ontmeas asd Piils skoaid De sssd in fsi, Bnnons. Lumbsro n....st
 Mercurial Eruptions Chsnped il.rs P.inn.ss
 Chblains, llhenms,;sr, r;ssst.. s.,, Salt Rheum, Cont = Si;r i,;s..s..l Sore Legs, SwelIed 3l.n8e so,e Rrrns,Sst Stiff J0imis, Sore Hesas- I,lcess. ts Snre Throafs. veneres Sores Soree s,l ellts.s wonads oi aiitin's. spssins. sssids. "ss e'''s
 i'd alibs Manuis of Professor Tro1,o.r., 9v Maiden Lane. New YoFk. snd 144 Strsnd. ioS,ic. md by ai ble pyueGisg and DsnjcrS nj X.i cine thruehou tho Unitcd Sfates ani tke c;y;lsess world ln pots 25 dents, 61 1& co nfs .eI a1 {. iasrs F aeoasidsrabis esvine by sskirx ss. Diree:as ior ihe guidance of patients in sv.rv
Litchfield enquirer., 1856-09-11
Great Slaughter in Kansas!
 AND ALSO IN THE DrY-cooDs LINE, AT ". w. Adams S Co,a Mercantile Emporium.

DRY-GOODS, HARDWARE CROCKERY, BOOTS AND SHOES, CARPETS. PAPER HANGINGS,
 GROCERIES, WOODEN WARE, &c., &c.
 HNHE subscribers respectfully invite the attention II of the inhabitants of Itchfeld and vicinity to their large and attractive stock of NEW GooDs pur- chased in New York and Boston during the past week. Among which may be found splendid assortment of DryGoods, consisting of striped and plaid SILkS also black Silks of the very best manu- tactur. Bcragc DcLaines, Challis Muslins, plaid Tissue Berages, Brilliants, Prints, Ginghams Jaco- etts, Book Swiss Barred and Striped Musns dotted Muslin, window Drapery, toilet Quilts, Irish Linen, TAblesCovers Napkins, Cambric, Linen and Silk Handkerchcfs patent Skirts Collars Gloves Hosiery, lace Mitts, laco Veils, Belts, Parasos, double and single Brocha and Stella Shawls wool Table-Spreads. bleached and unblcached Shectings Denims Tckings, Carpet-Warp, Frcnch, German and American Cloths. Cassimeres and Vestngs of every description, both plain and fancy. Also, silk neck Handkerchiefs, fancy Ties, Shirt Bosoms Shirts and Collars &c &c, The above goods will be sold at mere trife above cost, and at prices to suit customers. E .- gg" Further particulars next week.
 Very Respectfully,
 HENRY w.@ADAISS CO s Ltchfead May S1st 1858
Litchfield enquirer., 1856-09-11
The Fourth of July, Ro 1t Wet or nrv

M uSr received at the BEE-HivK,'' another lot of eD Dress Goods and Trimmings, including Silks and Brreges of various styles and colors white aad printed Lawns Cambrics Muslins and Brilliants, embroidered Muslin Collars, ua Ter Handkcrchiefs Egings and lnsertings, large assort- ment Also, Ribbons and Dress Trimmings-an enormous stock, including Fringes and M Antique Ribbons of all descriptions; also, Gloves Hosiery.
 itts and Fans in all their varieties and styles also Shawls, Scarfs, Linen Collars and fine Shirts of ali sizes and of the best quality made expressly for my own sale, and warranted to please Linen and cot Shirt Dosoms stitched and woven; Also Over. .alls and over-shirts, white and brown Lincns Dcni,ns, Cottos>Stripes, &c., Ticks, Shirtihgs, Sheetings, Prints, &c., Paper -Hangings and Drapery Muslins- . varictw S.o00 Bricks, Crockery and Glass. Ware, and 4,e00 feet Fine and Hemlock Boards. Also, Flour and Groceries, including PuRE WINES and Llorons Ladies and Misses Boots, Shoes, &c, &c., cheap for cash, work or produce.
 Please to call and sec the,R-and then yoa'n buy of course
 N. B. ShGts given out as usual. Also "Insurance' assured. & N BRONSON
 Litchfcld, July a. lSss>
Litchfield enquirer., 1856-09-11
Great Inducements to Purchascrs.

Great Inducements to Purchasers. ' Il the old Stand, No. South street, among q A great variety may be found the following arti- cles, cheap for Cash
 Pork, Beef and Hams, Fish of all kinds. fresh and salt.) Rock-Salt ground, for table and dairy use, Sugars of all kinds, Teas of a1 kinds 90 cents to s per ID Tobacco, Snuff and Segars, of various manu- lectures; Fruits Nuts and Confcctionaries. great variety old Java Coffee ground, and in the kernel, Heckers Family Flour. first rate article cheap as the cheapest; Feed and Meal, Salentus Starch and Bar-Soap Hair0ir and Perumery, Oysters constantly and Cages variety of Standard Medicines Clarke Round Matches, warranted, Brooms, (Shakers' manu- facture J together with variety of other articles in the Grocery Line, not enumerated.
 VIM. H. WHEELER. Ltchfeld, May 27, 1856.
Litchfield enquirer., 1856-09-11
N E " GO ODS!.,
 For Spring of 1856, at MCNiel & Rraman's.
old stand Of F. D. McNlci.

old stand Of F. D. McNlci.
 NHE subscribers respectfully announce to the U people of Etchfield and neighboring towns, that they are now opening large assortment of New Goods for the Spring Trade and prepared to offer decided bargains in all description of foreign and do- mestac Dry Goods-among which may be found Ladies Dress Goods
 of all kinds, Plain, Plaid and Striped Dress Silks. Black Silks of the best makes, Bombazines Alapac- cas, Muslin Delaincs, Barage Delaines, all Wool do Lawns, Musins, French Jacconetts Mohair Debeiges, Ginghams, Prints 6c.
 Gloves and Hosiery, a complete assortment. Shaws, Black Silk vclvets for Capes Embroideries, Edgings, Linen Handkerchiefs, Swiss Mulls, Cambric Skirts &c, also large stock of domestic Shectings Blcached and unbleached Shirtngs Ticks Stripes and Jeans
 Also, Carpets, Oil Cloths and Paper Haneiues of the latest styles and patterns
 Cloths Caszimeres and Vesthlgs comprising the choicest of French, English and German manu- factufes
 In their Grocery Department may, be found full stock of Tess, Ceees, Spices Sugars Molasses Flour Meal Fish, and all articles for family use at reduc faon from tho recent high prices.
 Also, CrockeTy and Glassware, very large anu complete assortment of fashionable; Boote hifc Iron Stone China full setts Ironsides Stone Gnina, Common c. c. Ware of all kinds, Fire Proof Ware. 3cs Glaa Lamps Candlesticks, Spoon Holders,
 woodsn-Ware. Tuhs, Pails ac.
 e Those in want of goods in our line will find it 70 tnear advantage to give call before supplying tnemseises-as our stock is complete in all its branches and greater bargains will be offered than ever before -kno~n- All goods bought at this estab- Ishmcns warranted to be what they arc represented uoods deiireEed to any part of tho yillags. A4 F, D. McNEIL sr,s,ae.,. i,., 5. .e., ,... WI H mAAAH
Litchfield enquirer., 1856-09-11
Your Attention

ITS respectfully called to the various kinds of Like N nesses taken by the undersigned Dagucrreotypcs. Ambrotypes and Photographs, which for ccarness, softncss of tone, and truthfullness likeness second to none.
 The Daguerrcotype, which has stood the test for seventeen years, is too we'll known to need comment Ambrotypes are positive picture taken directly on glass-make 6 very fine likeness and are becoming very popular. Photographs first taken oa glass then reproduced on paper, these surpass the finest steel engraving. Persons wishing to procure like of themselves friends can do no better than to call at once and not defer. Charges moderate and satisfaction guaranteed.
 J. l.. JUDD,
 No. z South street. Ltchfcld June 2d 1856
Litchfield enquirer., 1856-09-11
Litchfield House
 Village Meat and Fish Market.

hAILY Line for the sale of Meats of every kind. 1V Clans, Lobsters, SeaBass, Eels, fresh aad sail Shad, Halabut, &c, received by express oa Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday of each week. GHoocnsss, fresh and good extra family Flour, bolted Mead and Feed, Pork, smoked Hams and Shoulders &c.
 Fish received daily and oysters twice week. Meals for pleasure parties will be got up ut all hours.
 G" Goods delivered in any part of the village
 s. D. WHEELER, Agent. Ltchfed, June 10th, 1856.
Litchfield enquirer., 1856-09-11
P1ano FOEteS. HazlctOn c Bros Piano F0rtcs,

HazlctOn 6 Bros Piano F0rtes, For Sale by A. q ' Dayton. Wolcottvile, Ct WI HERE may he found . fine assortment of w Piano Fortes, from to 6 l-3, 3-4, and II octaves manufactured of the bea materials, and pronounced by the most distinguished Artists to be unsurpassed in strength and purity of Tone Willbe sold the most reasonable terms and warranted to stand in any climate.
 At the Great Exhibition at the Crystal Palace New York, 1858, Prize Medal was awarded Hazleton Brothers for the superior quality of their Piano Fortes, which were tested in regard to Touch Tone Equality of Tone, and Durability of Tune- In all these points, the Pianos of Hazleton Brothers eplaced in the highest grade and Medal awarded them by the following distinguished Artists: William Norris, Chairman of Jury on Musical Instruments, Jullien R. S Willis, Emelius Girac, Max Maretzek, T. Esfeldt, Dwight, w. H. Fry, z. Meignen, Jury on Musical Instruments George F. Bristow Secretary of Jury on Musical Instruments.
 Also, Lighte, Newton and Bradbury's Piano Fortes which received the first premium at the Worlds Fair, and the Fair of the American Institute at New York, 1858. Also, Piano Fortes selected from other Boston and New York manufacturers, to order the above warranted to all who purchase.
 Meiodeons usual, with l, ?, 3 and sett of Reeds.
 \. & J. DAYTON. Wolcottviilc, May 18th, 1856.
Litchfield enquirer., 1856-09-11
Dry Goods, Groceries, &c.

TNHE subscribers would ra<Usn their thanks for U the very liberal patronage with which their Store has been favored in the past-and they hope py constant attention to the wantsVf the trading public and by system of fair and honorable deain9 to retain their share of the trsc Our stock of new Goods Is large which we are selling tt small profits Our Grocery department is full and complete. and we feel confident of our ability to satisfy sR who purchase of us that they receive their moneys worth. Call and decide for yourselves before pur. chasing elsewhere
 s. D. NORTHwAY & co. South Norfolk, Malsh, 1856.
Litchfield enquirer., 1856-09-11
H. Morrinlan. Watchnlake and Jewel.
At tha Old Stand

HH AS just received from New York a fresh lot of N very desirable Goods, Jewelry &c., consisting of goid ana silver spectacies gold Brcatpins, finger and ear Rings, Keys, shirt studs vest and guard Chains, Wedding Rings-a very pure article. full assortment of ghted and convex spec tacle gasses-which makes the best assortment ever offered in this place. and will be sold at the lowest prices Best sterling silver made expressly for retail. Watch repairing done in the most skiIlful manner no apprentices employed at watches in this establishment. Coffin plates hand and engraving done at short notice; mcnding done as usual A share of public patronage is respectfully solicited
 Litchfcld, March, 1856.
Litchfield enquirer., 1856-09-11

WHAT GENTLEMAN MAY DO, AND WHAT HE MAY NOT Do.-He may carrya brace of cartridges, bat not a leg of mutton He may be seen in the omnibus box at the opera, but not on the box of an omnibus He may be seen in stall inside theatre, but not at stall outside one. He may dust another person < jacket, but must not brush his own. He may kill aman in . duel, but he mustn't cat peas with his knife. He may thrash coal heaver, but he mustn ask twice for soup. He may pay his debts oi honor, but he need not trouble himself about his tradesinan bills. He may drive stage.coach, but he mustn't take or carry coppers. He may ride a horse as n jockey but he mustn't exert himself in the least to get his living He must never forget what he owes to himself as gentleman, but he need not mind what he owes as a gentleman tohis tailor He may do anything or anybody, in fact within the range of a gentleman-go through the insolvent debtors court or turn billiard marker but he must never, on any account, carry brown paper parcel, or appear in the street without pair of gloves.
Litchfield enquirer., 1856-09-11
rwcnfy-Third Annual Report a. ,,
 OF rus ...r.. .-... Litchield Mutual Fire Insurance Co.
Liichseld, Jaly .. 1856.


 # Liichfe,d, July q ls5s By cash reed for prms Policies h,s car ss2ls ss To cash pald tor ''sses aud expenses ' z,4ls 4s Increase ot cash capital during the year, 2765 Sl hole amt ol cash rect tor pr ms, ss6,Os2 5s Cash nnw hand, l2U72 3l-3S Og7 6b Amount of premiums charged on the books Add cash on hand, s la,072 3l Amount ot property now insured. S2,3S2,0li There is this time any claims against tho Co. all paid 10 this date.
 The Drertors oi this Company are confident that the plan "t Insurance adopted by them W iii meet with hearty response from all intelligent friends of Mutual Insurance.
 This Company insure only in this State, and take uo risks on Ills, Goods Stores, Shops, xposcd village or ciiy property, hut contne ihe,r business entirely [" farm property and isolate buildings and her contens-oi which not more than S2ooo will Do insured on one risk. s.5" This Company will adjust all claims with promp,ness and l'6eralitv and If at any tune difference should arise between the parties, all such difference will be adjusted hy indifferent persons in ihe Couny each party selecting one, aud in ease they do agree third person shall be chosen, aud ihe award of a or A reward oi SAp0 willsbe paid by this Company 10 who will give such inIo mn,ion as N Ill convict any person of setting fire any building insured by this Company. ' Officers of the Company.
 c. BEcKwrrn, President; GBo. c. wooDaurr. Treasurr; JASON WulriNG. Secretary SHELDON OSBORN, of HarwInton, General Agent.
 'Diefctors.-J G. Beekwith, Jason Whiting, Seth P Beers, A. $. Lewis, Shed,a Osborn, Abijah Ca,n, Charles Adams, RobbIns Ba,lel stephen Trow bridge. Local Agems.-Lcmaa W. Cutler, Watrrtown 1; D. B !lrinsmade, Washington; Henry s: Sanford, Now Milford :; Rufus Fuller Jr.. Kent Richard smi'h. lord Gushen; Wm. M. Burral, Canaan; nonald J. Warner, Salisbury; s. D. Northway and John Dewell, Noroik Henry Jones. New Hartford t-orass D. Wadhams. Harrington; Lewis smh, Harwinten; John C. Amhler, Bethem; John Ahernelhy and GcorRe B. Fnrest Woodbury David c. WhinIesey, New Preston Reuben R we'll Colebro,k John flnsdae. WInsted; $. Y. St. John, New Canaan; E. Talipadae, Plymouth &T Persons wishing to get their buildings injured can apply to either of the Agens ,he Secretary J. G. G.tBECKWITII, President. JASON WHITING, Secretary. s.s-
Litchfield enquirer., 1856-09-11
New Goods fer Spring.

NE of the best selected assortments of Groceries. >I Provisions and eatables of all kinds that have ever been seen in Litchield, was purchased in the different markets last week by the subscriber Such as care for good living will please call at the Store n vest Street and examine his new stock of necessare and luxuries. CHARLES McyEIr. Litchfeld, April 1st 1S56 --- -
Litchfield enquirer., 1856-09-11

COMMENTARY ON THE NISru CoMMASp,nsT- the examination of the children of tic Windsor infant School little boy was asked to explain his idea oi ''bearing false witness against your neghhor". aAf
 tor hestating he said 1t tolling lics Lon which tho worthy and reverend examiner said .sThat is dressing little girl who stood next when she imme. eately replied. :" It was when nobody did nothing and somebody went and told of it s.clise ris i,t said the examiner, amidst irrepressihle roa1s oi laughter, In which he could not help Joining. the gravity ofthe whole proceeding being completely upset
Litchfield enquirer., 1856-09-11
Scotoh Pebb1ea

N UST received by the subscriber, an assortment e1 Of Spectacles set with genuine pebbles, which he will sell at the lowest price, Also, quantity of pebbles unset to accommodate those who may wish them set to their frames those in want of either are invited to call and see for themselves
 R. MERRIMAN. Litchfeld. April 30th, 1856.
Litchfield enquirer., 1856-09-11
WANTED.

6H Lamber of the first quality wanted in ex- change for any amount of new or second hand made and at less prices than any in the State You need not wait for to peldle them, Tor we can't get time for that, and the expenses of a man and tealn must come from the buyer-so please call at my establishment and make your own selec- hons from number of styles
 Also for sale, three good Horses, and one twelve horse Steam Engine of the best kind One painter and one bcdy-maker wanted inn mediately.
 VIM. RODGERS Itchfeld, June 4th, 1856.
Litchfield enquirer., 1856-09-11
MANSION HOUSE,
wm.H HCros.n,a,,

"m. H. HAVING taken this House, the subscriber is III prepared to extend to travellers and others the best of accommodations flor man and beast. ''
 The Hotel is located in the plcasantest part of the village, and no effort will be spared to render it at all times desirable home for those who may visit the place. To the members of the Bar and others of Ltchfeld County, he has only to say that the rcpu tation the House has possessed for the last twenty years will be fully sustained
 Connected with the Hotel is Livery Stable. where good teams may be had at any time.
 Litchfeld, May, 1855.
Litchfield enquirer., 1856-09-11
Geese Feathers.

gHNHE subscribers have made arrangements to keen -A constant supply of frstrate article of GiEEss FEATHERS, selected and packed with great care by ourselves, in packages of from 20 to 50 Ibsand will furnish at all times any quantity from 20 to 1000 lbs of quality they will warrant as good as the best, and at as low prices be purchased of equal quality in the state S. & L. HIJEIBrTf '
 Winchester 1856
Litchfield enquirer., 1856-09-11
NEW GOODS.

A " RLEAcaED oooDs.-A complete as.or.. .a,. ment comprising every width and quality. for WoioOttville. April 9th, 1856. i oAD' DOPLnNa Berages, Beraee DeIAines. Muslin pe n aaines, Alapaccas, ffints and ali kinds oI IT, rv uooos Tor sale by A. c. BRADFORD. Woicottville, April sth, 1856. WIH GOODS and Drapcry, MusIins of all de- scIlptions, Laces. black Lacc veils, Swiss and .mD1c Edg1ngs. lnsertings, Under-Slecyes, Chem iseftes, &c., for sale very cheap by
 A. G. BRADFORD. Wolccttville, April sth, 1s5s.
Litchfield enquirer., 1856-09-11

IM LANDLORD AND HIS BoAnDER A certain lanf- lord of grea reputation for his dinners, was much annoyed by fastidious boarder. who usually applied his nasal organ to the viands before tasting them. Boniface endured this quietly for a time but at length provoked beyond measure, prepared bill oi extraordinary length. and walking up to his guest hc thrust 1t under his nose, exclaimng with an oath" There, smell of that, will youyf He Wa, never troubled afterwards
Litchfield enquirer., 1856-09-11
Millinery and Fancy Goods!

" oVV sPT1n@ SCyles. M IssEs FARNsWORTH having returned from MI New York with Q large assortment of elegant Millinery and Fancy Goods solicit the attention of the ladies generally to their large Stock comprising all the novelties of the season.
 Misses Farnsworth hope still to retain the patron age which has been hitherto literally bestowed, and will spare pains to suit the tastes of all who may favor them with call
 IS Straw bonnets repaired and blcached.
 Etchfeld, April 7th, 1856.
Litchfield enquirer., 1856-09-11
A Voice from Waterbury!

Great Reduction in the Prices of all Articles
 necessary for the support of Ilfe!! DARTRAM x ALLEN would respectfully an- JAD nounce to the residents of Iitchfield and vii cnty that they have reduced the price of all articles of Flour Feed Groceries, Provisions &c from ten to twelve per cent. and that they are now prepared to sell all the necessrics of life much cheaper than any other concern in the county. Their assortment is large and varied and people visiting Waterbury will find it an object to call.
 RARTRAM & ALLEN, Waterbury, January, 1856
Litchfield enquirer., 1856-09-11

Lux1nR AND rHE BrRps. With the birds of hts ua-
 five country, Martin Luther has estahlised strict s ximncy. watching, sniiing end thus seetay saorals Ing over their habits That little fsllow' he said of bird going to roost .h8 chosen hs shelter, and for te-norrow's lodging, calmly holding oa ty his little twig, and leaving God to think for him. .
 Christians, In all your situations, you must do the same. Discharge your duty, and leave God to think for you.
Litchfield enquirer., 1856-09-11

tT \ BIsHoP AnswERHD.-T late Prince Bishop ef Wursburg n one of hs hunting parties met poor questions asked him what his wages we're as a swine Herd. new suit and two pair of shoes every year, was the reply. ssNo more i asked the frince. Look It me; am n shephard too, bat l wear better clothes and look better" .That may p air" sxid the boy in his simplicity but dare Ay you have moro swine to keep than havc.'.
Litchfield enquirer., 1856-09-11

ns 1CTIy A AcSttTs
 I m D O tt Q rs And Wholesale Dealers in Hardware, and
 Commission Merchants Agents for
 Wlders Fire-Proof Safes Lazell, Perkins & Co.'S Bridgewater Nails, Underwood's Betting and Lace Leather, Dunnell Dexter & Goodwin's Paper, Chss cammell & Co.'S celebrated Files, Eagle Co.'S Gimlct Pointed Screws J. L. Browns Platform and Counter Scales, Fields Tacks, Brads Braces, &c. Fairbank' Scales constantly on hand. Also, a complete assortment of American, English and German shelf Hardware Particular attention paid to Builders Trimmings- and any orc about to build will do we'll to look over our samples.
 fD" Five per cent for cash. Hartford, July 18th, 1s5G
Litchfield enquirer., 1856-09-11

kJ Inc longer live, said Sir F. Baxton, the more
 am certain that the great difference between acn- netween the feeble and the powerful-thc great and s sne nssgnAoant-is energy-invincible determine Fms quality will do any thing that can bo done In Inls world and no talents, uo circumstances, no opportunities win make any two-legged creature .