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Connecticut western news., 1872-03-15

THE ROYAL GEORGE. 1750 was built the Royal George, vessel which was regarded at that time as paragon of beauty, and the ne plus ultra ill the science of marine architecture." Her length was one hundred and seventy eight feet-less than that of modern gun-boat-and yet she carried one hun dred guns! This vessel during her ex- istence was the pride of the B >glish navy; she carried more guns, had seen more actions, borne more admirals' flags, and done more service to that country than any other vessel in the navy. She was lost by melancholy accident, which has no parallel in history. Lying at anchor off Spithead, she was heeled over by the guns being run to one side, when sudden squall from off the land caused her lower tier of ports to go under water, when she imme diately filled and went down, carrying with her the admiral (Kempenfeldt) and nearly nine hundred others. At the time of the dis asteE there were on board not only the crew of the ill-fated vessel, but many of their wives and children. Attempts were made some years after to raise her, but they were nor successful.
Connecticut western news., 1872-03-15
Attack upon Queen Victoria.

While Queen Victoria was returning from drive, and as the carriage stopped at the gate, young man ran to the side of the vehicle, and presented pistol within foot of the Queens head. The Queen bent her head down to avoid the shot, but the pistol did not explode. The man, in one hand, had paper granting release to the FeAian prison CTS, winch he shouted to the Queen to sign, threatening her at the same time with the pistol.
 He was instantly seized by the attend ants, and prevented from deing further harm. It was then found that the pistol was unloaded, and that it was of such primitive construction that if it had been loaded it probably could not have been discharged. Her Majesty was very calm, and showed the courage which she has often before exhibited. She had directed that Q statement of the circumstances be immediately made in both Houses of Parliment in order to prevent exaggera- ted rumors.
 The would be assassin was taken to the nearest police-station. He gave his name as O'Connor. and is about 19 or 20 years of age. His behavior in the sta tion was wild and his language incohe- rent. He boasted that he tried to reach the Queen on the day of and during the procession.
Connecticut western news., 1872-03-15
Lynch Law in South Africa,

It is known that several cases of lynch ing have taken place in the South African diamond fields. These instances of lynch law it appears arose from rules discrimi- hating between the white and bl .ck races. By the code of regulations en- forced at the digginge, no person is al- lowed to buy 8 diamond from a black man. It is forbidden likewise to any black man to hold claim to work. For some reason, the second rule was lately repealed, and soon after a canteen- keeper was accused of buying diamond from a Kaf6r-the latter having possessed him. self of claim. A council of the diggers was held, whose deliberations were short, and whose action was decided. They marched in 8 body to the criminals can teen, thrashed him to jelly, and then burnt his house to the ground. Noi content with this, they also burned down five other canteens for reasons tkat do not appear, and wound up the day $ festivities by getting excessively drunk Many black men, servants of the owners of the burned tents and dwellings,, were badly beaten while the confagratior was in progress, and terror has been inspired all over the diggings.
Connecticut western news., 1872-03-15
The Light of the Hearth.

Father and children with red wet eysa Open the cage and the Innet flies; All the house has been sorrow raokd, And water and food the bird hath lack'd. Mother sleeps in the churchyard near, Her seat at the board is empty and drear, The rose-bush withers at the door, The kind hand waters it no more. The spinping-wheel is sllent there; With holes ln his stockings the boy doth fare The spider spins on the ceiling gray, No brisk broom brushes it away. The mothers care was ever blest, Her.busy hands were never at rest; Father oft was angry and mad, But now in the ingle he sits, so sadl Sad he sits by a cheerless fire,
 Help from strangers he now must hire; Much, indeed, may be bought for gold, All save the heart that is now so cold. Tho busy, blessing, caressing hand, The face so thoughtful, and sweet, and bland, For the first last time are loved and known When the gentle light of the hearth hath flown
Connecticut western news., 1872-03-15

FEW of our institutions are accomplishing so much for the general well-being of society as the system of Lite Assurance. Numberless families have been saved by it's instrumentaiity from poverty and dependence. It furnlsh h ,s an incentive to and the means for wise provision against the future, and the changes which it may have in store. This system is yearly growing in the favor of the public, and all classes, whether rich or poor, are more and more disposed to avail themselves of the advan- tages which it brings within their reach. This is demonstrated by the rapidly increasing busi- ness of some of our leading life insurance com panies. The annual statement of the New York Life Insurance Company, of 346 and 348 Broad way, New York, just published, makes an ex- hibit, with which its policy-holders may we'll be gratified, and of which it's officers have good reason te be proud. The assets of this Com pany have increased during the last ten yelrs from g, 500, 900 to nearly $20,000,0O0. The number of policies issued by it during the last year is 990S, lnsuring ever SPA, 60O,O ,O0a. An l annual dividend has been declared from its divisible surplus of nearly $1 ,500,0 ,0(0. Suoh a statement as this speaks loudly in favor of the prudence and zeal with which the business managemen of this Company has been con. dueted. The New York Life has age and sxpo- rienoe and is well known to bs one of the soundest corporations in the country, and the efficiency of management which has secured it such success in the past is sufficient warrant for the expectation of continued prosperity iu the SuturA--Netc Fork Ifi6sene,
Connecticut western news., 1872-03-15
The Dry Goods Trade.

During the past year there has been decided improvement in the dry goods business of this city, and at the close of 1871 most merchants found themselves in Q better condition than for some years past. For the first time since 1865 the downward tendency of prices was check ed, and merchants were enabled to sell goods at a profit without being compell- ed to close out the last of almost every invoice at cost or loss. The Fall busi- profitable than for many years before, and goods sold rapidly on m advancing market. The only great drawback to the general busin ess of the year was the destruction of the business portion of Chicago, which entailed heavy loss on nearly all the great cities This loss, however, was so spread out over differ ent classes and communities tn at the dry goods merchants of New York suffered much less than was at first anticipated. Notwithstanding the fact, the loss was severe enough to sweep off the profits for the year of many of tue leading firms Those houses who were fortunate enough to sustain little or no loss in Chicago, found the years business profitable.
 The leading feature of the dry goods trade in 1871 was the advance, during the last half of the year, in the price of wool, which entered so largely into the fabrics suitable for fall and Winter wear thatI considerable advance was estab- lished in the prices of manufactured ar ticles. Merchants were compelled to give their orders and make their purcha- ses much earlier in the season than usual in order to get goods at old prices. A great proportion of the goods needed by 1 jobbers for their Fall trade were ordered of manufacturers us early as April ol May, the usual time of making such purchases being July or August. Avery tight money market during the busiest Fall months somewhat embarrassed the operations of merchants and manufac turers, but did not seriously impair credit or lead to any considerable fail ures
 The prospects of business for the com ing year are even brighter for merchants than last year, though, from present in dications, manufacturers are likely tc have hard year. The advance in wool which began a year ago. has steadily continued, until now wool is higher II gold than 1t was during the war. The advance has been so great as to seriously derange the plans of most dealers ant manufacturers N. Y. Paper.
Connecticut western news., 1872-03-15
A Magnificent Display.

The decorations Tn the city of London on the Prince of Wales Thanksgiving Day, are said to have surpassed any thing ever before known. Miles of the distance were given out on contract to be ornamented at the expense of the metropolis. Much also was done by subscriptions and by private enterprise. The lamp-posts were painted blue and gold. Venetian masts were planted at intervals of fifty feet, and joined by wires whereon flags were hung during the day and colored lanterns during the evening. The blackened time worn stones of Tem- pie Bar were completely hidden from view with flags and gilded ornaments. At the crossing of Burlington street was a splendid trinmphal arch, erected at an expense of g4,000. Another, hardly less splendid spanned Oxford street. Flags, festoons, tapestry, wreaths of every conceivable character, were dis played from housetops and windows, and across streets. Aperfect wilderness of scarlet. gold and blue cloth, gold fringe, and other gorgeous decorations waved from the balconies and porticoes. where gaily dressed men, women and children pressed to view the procession, auu ClAppeu tu0lr QauQS, ana Cn06retl and swung their handkerchiefs, and scarfs and hats in the air all as the royal carriages moved past them. The Amer jeans iD the city were active in contri outing to the success of the day. Next to the British, the American flags were the most numerous. The offices of the London representatives of the American newspapers and the West End office o the Associated Press were finely decora ted. The Royal Arms on the Appoint ment Stores were furnished and gildet anew, and many of them were set of with loyal notices: tGod bless tn, Prince of Wales" "Thanks to God"
 Every shop and house along the eRtir' route of the procession broug ght a fabu lous rental. Ordinary four-story build ines were let for s1O0 for the day. On vacant space brought s40O. The Ex Emperor Napoleon and his party had
 house in the Oxford road, though the, had been invited to share the facilitie of the Army and Navy Club, of whic the Ex-Emperor is a member. Napt leon declined an invitation from tn Queen to be present at Buckingham Pa ace and witness the departure of tn royal concourse.
Connecticut western news., 1872-03-15

Loss OF ONE HUNDRED L1vEs.-A sad accident occurred in China, which proved fatal to a large number of lives. The scene of the catastrophe was the north bank of the Han river, about quarter of a mile above it's confluence with the Yangtse. A portion of the bank, close to busy jetty, suddenly gave way about 8 o'clock ln the evening. Four houses, which were partially suspended on long piles, ali the inmates of those houses. and part of the street running parallel with the river, were borne along with the earth into the waters below. A number of boats, lying at anchor just at that spot, and underneath the houses, were crushed and buried in an instant leaving not a trace behind. Mulsitudes of people have visited the place, but nothing is to be seen there except muddy placid water, bare bank, temple of the King Yu, partly overhanging the deep, and number of sampans playing about as if nothing had happened. It is calculated that nearly hundred lives have been lost.
Connecticut western news., 1872-03-15

MEXICO. The death of General Porf- rio Diaz is serious blow to the Mexican revolutioaists. General Diaz was an able soldier. With his name as rally ing cry, and under his leadership, the revolution had made progress, and was certainly in far way to succeed. His death leaves 1t without leader, and hence in Mexican estimation practically without principle. As rule, Mexican revolutions are purely personal, and are attempted in order to place some soldier or politician in power rather than to en- force any distinct political scheme. The ignorant populace, which could easily be
 made to support Diaz in preference to Juarez, will be less willing to risk their lives in defence of the scheme which the surviving generals now in rebellion may adopt. Of course, in the absence of in telllgent reports of the actual condition
 of things in Mexico, it would be rash to predict that the death of Diaz will prove the gain of Juarez, but there are so few public men of ability in that unhappy republic that his loss must have serious effect upon the country.-N Y. Paper.
Connecticut western news., 1872-03-15
l GYpsY Charmer.

An interesting case of fraud has beer brought to light. Application was made by Mrs. H. Martin, who keeps fruit store in Broadway, for warrant for the arrest of one, Mary Sillon. The case as given by Mrs. Martin, shows that Mary obtained $45 very easily, and that there IS very little probability that Mrs. Martin will recover her money. In her complaint, Mrs. Martin stated that Mary Sillon, who is gypsy, and lives in Brunswick. N. J., called at her fruit store and offered some fancy fruit baskets for sale. Mrs. Mar tin did not buy the baskets, and the woman turned to leavo the store. Asshe reached the door she turned and said to Mrs. Martin : You are very sick, and I can cure you" Mrs. North had been troubled with the dropsy for some months, and this remark of the gypsy startled her to such an extent that she called her back and invited her into the sitting room at the back of the store. elf, as you say, you can cure me, I would like for you to doso. Ihave been sick for some time, it is true, but I want you to tell me how you knew anything about original tribe of the Yantzee-hang Bohe- nAAtsu Sy PSyS. ! CHA tcAA Guo OAfSSAOoAo of any disease by simply looking in a persons face, replied the gypsy. "But, " she continued, "there are certain charms to be worked, and I must have $50 to work them with. If you have the money give it to me. I will return it in three days, and then if you give me 1925 I will agree to perfect cure in thirty days"
 Mrs. Martin gave the gypsy $45, all the money she possessed. She was re- 1uested to wrap it in piece of paper and write her name on the parcel. The woman then took powder from her pocket, and placing it on plate set fire to il. It burned with bright flame. While the room was filled with thu smoke of the burning powder the woman chanted song ;n the Bohemian tongue, and made a number of hieroglyphics on the wall. Mrs. Martin became bewildered and dumbfounded at what she deemed an exhibition of supernatural power. Her weak nerves were worked up to such a state of excitement that she tainted, and while in that condition the gypsy disappeared. and has not since been seen.-N. r. Paper.
Connecticut western news., 1872-03-15

RESURRECTION OF THE HAIB.-After forty years of experiment., and 6 thousand failures, the great fact remains now, as in 1880, that PHALON'S CHEMICAL HAIR INVIaORATOR is the only article in existence that will stop with absolute certainty the falling out of the hair, produce new growth from the roots, strong then the, fbrer, prevent the possibility of their decay. and preserve to the latest period of life their fiexibility, color and luxuriance. Is there any other hair preparation before the world that will accomplish theso objects? Let those who have run through them all answer the question: We challenge the world to show another article that will produce these results, and we guarantee that the INVIG0RATOR will, in every case, produce them. Should your druggist chance to be out of the article he will obtain it at your request.
Connecticut western news., 1872-03-15
Two years work is yet to be done c the Hoosac Tunnel.
The Magazines.

CH1LDREN's HoUR-M March Number r--Contents The Sick Kitten Nettle's Lesson. (Illus- trated) ; by Madge Carol. The Star; by s. Jennie Jones. The Little Nursling by Clio Stanley. The White Owl by Laura s. Hagner The Soldiers Squirrel; by NJ. o. J. Counsels for the Young. The face in the Glass, (Illus- trated); by Hester A. Benedict. The Stolen Apple by Mary E. About the Mountains by Pearl Peveril. Drunkald Michaers Boy; by Annie L. Muzzey. The Dead Robin. Hermit Crabs, (Illustratedl by E. B. D. Rich and Poor; by Mary H. Hummer. The Bottle of Oil. New Years Dag in three Places. Published in Philadelphia, by T. s. Arthur & Son. s1.25 year. copies for $5.
 THE AMERICAN ODD FE11ow.-The March issue of this popular and successful magazine | is on our table. We heartily commend it to | the attention of our readers. Units interesting | and instructive contents We notice many valu- able articles; among them Tomaso and Pepina, story with moral; The Odd Fellows Goat, an amusing adventure; Illustrations ot March, Home of Lord Fairfax, Fishing ir Winter, the Heather Chinee. and Fennyson's new house An Odd Fellow at the Birthplace of Shakespeare :; Good of the Order; Scientific and Curious Facts; Humors of the Day; OdG Fellow Gems Agricu tural Department; Read ing especially for the Daughters of Rebekal and the Fraternity {; Departments for the famil, circle extensive correspondence, etc. Eacl subscriber for 1872receives beautiful premium picture, emitted "The Visiting Brethren. $2. 50 year. Address A. o. F. Association, No 96 Nassau street New York.
 ARTHUR's HOME MAGAZINE, Contents fo
 March. Music-ll Iravatore. Sophie Mans
 field; by Mrs. Lydia P. Palmer. Use by Good Life, Long Life. Waif; by Josephin
 Fuller. A Curious Incident. Other People
 Windows by Pipsissway Potts. Over at Last
 by Mrs, Hattie F. Bell. Under the Snow b
 Hester A. Benedict. Always begin Right Which is the Heiress? by s. Jennie Jones. Tn Test for burning Oils. Six in All {; by Vlrgini F. Townsend. Fiuem Respice; by M E. Rocl well. The Passing Years. Saturday Nigh
 Rev. David D. Hudson. Mothers Departmer
 -Comforted; by the Author of "Talks with Child" Boys and Girls Treasury-Polly 3 Prayer by fGerald.' The Garden and Greer I house-The Rose. Evenings with the Poets- Weary-C Chicago; by J. G. Whittier.-''M Beth" by Miss Alcott. Current Literature Editors Department. Published by T. s. Arthu
 iS Son, Philadelphia. $2 year ( copies for x
Connecticut western news., 1872-03-15

DEATH ON THE RAn.-By the railroads of New York State, during 1868, '69 and TO, there were 760 persons killed and S51 injured. Of the 76O killed, 246 were employees, IA were passengers and 37C were persons not passengers or employees. Of the 370 last named, 2 committed sui eide, 16 fell from the cars, 8 were struck by bridges or buildings, were killed by some accident to the train, 29 by getting of or on moving cars, were caught be. tween ca,s, and 3O4 were on the track Of the $50 injured, 3O1 were employees 323 were passengers and 226 were not passengers or employees. Of the latter 13 fell from the cars, 2 were struck by bridges or buildings, were hurt by ac cidents to the trains, 16 by getting or or of of moving trans, were caught between cars and 18S were on the track Of the tatal number of casualties, 2,25O nearly one-third, 7s8, persons wer walking on the track. ~
Connecticut western news., 1872-03-15
Farm, Garden and Household.

To TAKE GREASE OUT OF CARPETS Apply on the greasy spot whiting, and continue the application until the grease is removed. Three applications will gen. orally suffice.
 How TO CLEAN LAMP CH1MNEYs.-A good method of cleaning lamp chimneys is to wash them in warm water and wipe dry with paper. Never put a cold chim- ney into water too hot, as it is liable to break the glass.
 FRENCH BREAD.-Two quarts of flour, scald one pint of 1t, butter half the size of an egg, mix with cold water, knead if teen minutes, using as little additional flour as is possible, rise twelve hours, cut and work with knife ten minutes before putting into the pan to bake.
 SPRING WHEAr.-We think farmers will do well, in spring-wheat sections, to SOW largely this year. But do not SOW unless the land can be got into good con- dition. We expect good prices l; but a large crop at moderate price pays far better than Q poor crop at high prices.
 KEEPING MEAT FREsH.-A good way to keep it fresh during most of the year is to cut the meat in st, ips, pack in jar, and apply small quantity of pepper and salt, aud then place on top a thick piece of paper or cloth, with salt half an inch thick. Meat prepared in this way will keep fresh for three weeks.
 WINTER WREAT.-When the soil is frozen and comparatively free from snow little manure, or straw even, may be spread out on the wheat with advantage Good prices for wheat next fall are highly probable. Every thing points this way. Anything We can do in the way of top. dressing our winter wheat, will pay bet. ter than usual.
 MoTHs.-A lady from Deer Mills, Pa. wanted remedy for moths, which ate her carpets and woolens. Prof. Colton said preparation of sulphurous acid in alcohol has been lately used with the best effects to destroy moths and their eggs, but it must be used on articles which can be closely wrapped up, SO that no evaporation can take place. A. S. Fuller said spices, snuff, tobacco, and red pepper were useful as preseryators. -Hexrth and Home.
 FLOWING Sop FOR CoRN.-I. Moore, West Bangor, N. r., asked the Farmers Club if he should blow his sod for corn, spread the manure, and cross-plow be- fore planting? Dr. Trimble said ir Pennsylvania, where large crops of corn are grown, the sod was plowed and narrowed several times, bat never cross. plowed. The best practice was tc spread the manure and plow only ir time enough to head the corn on the fresh>plo land. Weeds then had nc chance to get start of the corn, as on earlier plowed land.
Connecticut western news., 1872-03-15
Periodic Disorders.

The paroxysmal maladies which characterized by heat cold prevail extensively at thus and it is curious fact that many parts of the country where they prevalent other diseases that bear general resemblance fever and aSue, renttent fever. sume periodic type. Thus in many sections infested with chis and fever rheumatism neuralgia hysteria, diarrhea &c., sometimes become intermittent thereby indicating that they have been engendered by the poisonous exhaatons which produce the first named disease.
 In all these masked of Ggaefor such they areas we'll as in the regular nermitents the most safe and reliable remedy that be administered is Hostetters Stomach Bitters. Neither Quinine arsenic are needed Both in the highest degree dangerous and are sure to sad of ther poisonous action in the sytem whether they arrest the paroxysm' or not In many instances all the socaed specifics of the reS- ular matera medica utterly fail to 'break up inter mtteut and remtent disorders But the great vegeta ble Tonic never fails The spasm of the minute blood vessels which the chi is tho result of unwhoesome atmosphere and the tone and vigor gwen to the system by the Bters enable it to throw of tn disease The wiser policy however, is to antic- pate attacks of this nature by arousng all the latent energies of the body at the of the moist and chilly with this incomparabe autdote By pursuing this course ntermittents Hemitteuts, rheu- matisnl, collie, bousness, dyspepsia and pulmonary affections may always be prevented.
Connecticut western news., 1872-03-15

THE ASSASSINATION As told in the British House of Commons by MT. Gla9- stone and Colonel Sykes, the story of Lord Mayo's assassination is substantial ly the same as was told in the cable dis patches The assassin was convict named Shier Ali, under sentence of inn prisonment for life for murder, and had been cut off from communication with his Mohammedan brethren in India for a considerable time. Lord Mayo had in- spected the convict settlement at Fort Blair, and was on his way to the pier at which he had landed when the assassin broke through the guards surrounding the viceroy and stabbed him twice in the back