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Litchfield enquirer., 1875-08-05
Warren.

The earthquake was felt here quite Be- verely, ,jarring houses, rattllng doors, win dows, ,upsetting woodpiles &c. It was like an explosion, fho raTnrt 1natine aorara1 seconds; altogether the loudest noise of the kind ever heard in these parts.
 There will be only half day services in the Congregational church during August to relieve the pastor; and we believe it is the general wish of the people to use the Sabbath as day of rest, which it fails to be when the usual services are held.
 Since the recent rains the crops look finely. The bugs are doing but little damage. A good sprinkling of wood ashes will not hurt the potatoes and may hurt the bugs Try it! -
 Farmers are finding it difficult to make hay without the sun. They had much rye out, the last week, which was finally gathered in on Saturday.
 Cherries have been abundant. Huck- leberries are failure owing to frosts. Consequently farmers will have less trou- ble to keep fences in repair; but what of that; it has been like picknicking for out of-town people. and quite amusing to see the caravans come in.
 The widow, daughter, and grandson of the late Benjamin Hine of Ohio are wis., itlng friends here.
 -Dea. Hopkins has, we believe, the largest family in town, numbering nearly forty.
Litchfield enquirer., 1875-08-05
Deaths

In this village, on Saturday, July .Bl, Eliza, widow of the late David Stanford, of Br rooklyn, N. T., in her SOth year. In Milton. July g. Orland D., son of Charles Page aged II. ....-. ..,..
 A fine manly boy, already dependence of his friends, his early death has deprived them of a staff on which they confidently hoped to lean more and more with advanc- ing years.
 At East Canaan, July 22, Mrs. John Bolton, aged 9. Ge1
 In Watertown, July 24, Rosetta, wife of Rev. F. B. Woodward, aged 67.
 In Gaylordsville, July 27th, James Rug. gles Noxon, aged 69 years and 10 months.
 In Wolcottville, July 18th, Mrs. Can dace L. Nettleton. aged 24 years.
 At Cornwall Bridge, July 25th, Charlotte E.,. widow of the late Myron Harrison, ageo ot years. 4esG s9eu -..sa sas At Spotted Tail Agency, Dakota, July 8. William Claxten, son of William J. and Lizzie Cleavland. aged 14 months. ?
 In Kent, July 27, of dropsy, Dr. Ralph Pratt, aged 59. B. ss.
Litchfield enquirer., 1875-08-05
Cornwall.


 The Cornet Band was very pFettily en- tertained at Mir. Dudley's, recently. and received the benefit of festival given by that gentleman.
 A female belonging to band of tramps recently strayed into the Johnson Hollow schoolhouse, and committed sever al lndecencies, frightening the scholars and abusing the teacher shamefuliy. We have not learned that any steps have been taken by the auth critics to prevent a reps etition of the outrage. and the creature is at liberty to repeat the performance as often as she takes the fancy. The troop of vagrants to which this woman belongs have roamed the country unrestrained for sometime, and at regular periods they are to be seen hanging about in the hedge rows watching for chance to steal some thing, or to beg cider from anyone weak or wicked enough to give it to them The wonderful regularity of their visits is so like the movements of the heavenly bod ies, and their revolutions so thoroughly ascertained from repeated observations, that people seem to consider them as so much part of the divine system of the universe as to make all human opposition useless.
 A little close observation shows, howev- CT, that we are indebted for these frequent visits to the unlimited cider the scoun- drels get at certain place in Johnson Hollow. Now that the legislature has giv- en us a little legislation for such cases as this let us see to its enforcement.
 A boarding house keeper, here, re- gently disposed of hornets nest he found in an ornamental post in his front yard, very neatly. He loaded the post with gunpowder, and, with the explosion, hor- nets, post and all, went heavenward.
 On Thursday a party of young peo- pie ''swarmed up" Coltsfoot Mountain to enjoy the beautiful scenery and have a good time generally. They. must have found something that let in some light up- on the history of the flood for they seem ed to know all about the deluge when they returned. ...
 The departure of city boarders has commenced, and Cornwall without their presence will return to a state of quiet which makes one think of the prlmeval world before man was created, by evolu- tion or otherwise .r 55
 One of Cornwall's most distinguished citizens and, notwithstanding his great age, a popular and sprightly beau, says that Cornwall is not half as "wide awake" as it was when he and George Washington were in the ''active" militia together.
 But Cornwall was rudely awakened from it's comatose state last Wednesday morning. We had an earthquake. Yes sir and it IS the unanimous opinion of everyone that if our two and half inches of Cornwall soil had not been underlaid with solid rock we should have been sWaIIOsOed atp. We have heretofore been a little modest about taking up much room with Cornwall news, but we feel now that place that can support brass band, and an earthquake, deserves honorable mention in any paper.
Litchfield enquirer., 1875-08-05
Marriages

In Watertown. July 24, by the Rev. Mir. Gilman, MT. Hiram c. Warner and Mrs. Agnes c. Curtiss, both of Watertown.~s=~ In Waterbury, July 21, by Rev. c. W. Lockwood, Andrew l.. Harris of Winsted and Lucy V. Lockwood, daughter of the officiating clergyman. ....- At Minneapolis, Minn., July 17th, by Rev. s. G. Gale, Wm. F. Peck to Miss Laura O. M. Winchell of Lakeville.
 On Tuesday, July 20, at the Church of St. Marylebone, London, George Buckley Mathew, c. B., H. B. M. Envoy Extraor- dinary and Minister Plenipotentiary at the Court of Brazil, to Elizabeth Sumner, eldest daughter of the late J. W. Gerard of New York, and widow of Frederick Wiggin of London, Eng.
Litchfield enquirer., 1875-08-05
RELIABLE EVIDENCE,

The following unsolicited testimonial from Rev. O. T. Walker, formerly pastor of Bowdoin Square Church, Boston, and at present settled in Providence K. l., must be deemed as reliable eyidence No one should fail to observe that this testimonial is the snlt of two years experience with the of YEGE- TINE in the Rev. Mr. Walkers family. who now pro. nounce it invaluable:
 PROVIDENCE, R. L, 164 TRANSIT SrkKEr. H. 2. STEVENS, Esq.,:
 feel bound to express with my signature the high vslue place upon your vEGETINE- My family have used for the last two years In debility it 1s invaluable, and recommend it to all who may need an invigOratfng, ren0vzting tonic
 0, T. WALKER, Formerly Pastor of BOwdoin Square Church, Boston
Litchfield enquirer., 1875-08-05

ministry. He was then admitted to the bar in this county but never practiced. We believe. We next heard of him at the Binghampton Asylum, and, after his re- form, he re-entered the ministry in which he remained till the time of his death.
Litchfield enquirer., 1875-08-05
With Enquirer.

"Nust commence with January or July num- Der.
 Subscribers who are in arrears must make up arrsarges before taking advantage of the forego- ing propositions and subscribers who are in advance may deduct the amount their subscrip- tions arc in advance.
 Money should be sent by post office order, check or registered letter, if possible. Hremit- tances are made by mail we cannot be responsible for loss before the letter reaches us, but will taks all ri .ks of remittance to the clubbing peril odicaIs.
Litchfield enquirer., 1875-08-05
AarWlnton.

MT. Wm. Birden cut his foot, recently, while fixing the rigging of cart, inflict- ing terrible wound that severed the bones and cords just below the instep.
 A new base ball club has been organ. ized here. called the Young Empires.
 At MT. c. Wilson's pond, recently. two hundred pickerel were taken and Gus Sutliff caught four pound eel. .oa
 MT. James Mather has pocket-book in his possession that, has been in the Mather family for over two hundred years and is still m good preservation. a..,..
 Miss Irene s. Frisbie is home from the seaside where she has been for her health.
Litchfield enquirer., 1875-08-05
WHAT k VE6BfIbB |?

It is compound extracted from barks. rOots and herbs It IS Natures Remedy. It is perfectly harm ishing and strengthening. It acts directly upon the blood. It quets the nervous system It gives you aged fathers and mOthers for 1t gives them strength quiets their nerves, and gives them Nztures sWssi sleep-as has been proved by many an aged person. It the great Blood Psriner It . soothing remedy for children. It has relieved and cured thOQsans 1t is very pleasant ts take; every child likes it. It heves and cures all diseases originating from impure blood. Try the yEGETINE. Give a fair trial for your Complaints; then yOA will say to your friend. neiehbOr and seQuaintance, eTrJ it; it has cured me-"
Litchfield enquirer., 1875-08-05
The Best Evidence.

The following letter ffOm Rev. E. S. Best Pastor of the M E. Church, NStek, AAss, will be rszd with in teret by many phykicizns; also those suffering from the same disease afflicted tie son of the Rev E B. Best No person doubt this testimony, ss there s no doubt about the curative power of vEGETIEE. MIR. H. R: STEVENS:
 Dear Sr-we have good reason for regarding your VEGETINEa medicine of the greatest value. We feel assured that it has been the of saving sOn life. He is now seventeen of age; for the lss4 two years he has suffered frJm necrosis of his leg caused by scrofulOus aeciO and wag so far reduced that nearly ali who him thought his recovery inn possible council Of able physicians could give us but the faintest hope of his rayng; two of the number declaring that he vas beyond the reach of human remedies, that arspuiaion could not save him. as he had not ygOr enough endure the opera aon Just then we commenced giving him yEGETINR ana from that time to the preset he has been cOnfi uousiy improving. He has lately resumed studiee thrown away his crutches and cane and walks about eneerfuiIy and strong. 1 2 = EE Though there is still dischzrge from the opsn- ing where his limb was laneed, we have the fullest confidence that in little time he will be perfectly cured.
 Aaken zl,UuS r.osr1es TINE, bur ntely uses but little, hE declares he too well to be taking medicine.
 Respectfully yours.
 E. s. BEST,
 MRs. l.. c. F. BEST.
Litchfield enquirer., 1875-08-05
Morris

On Sunday the 25th ult. MT. Gidman exchanged with the Rev. MT. Moses of New Preston. During the morning ser vice Mir. Moses read the pastors resigna- tion. Mir. Gidman expects to close his la- bors here on the 1st of October. R.
Litchfield enquirer., 1875-08-05
PROBATE ADVERTISEMENTS.

DISTRICT of Litehfe,d ss. Probate Court, ! July 13. 1875.
 Estate of Julia Carter late of Ltcheld in said Dis trict, deceased.
 The Court of Probate for the District of Litehfeld hath limited and allowed months from the date hereof for fhe croors of said Estate to exhibit their cAlms fer settlement. Those who neglect to present their accounts prOperiy attested, within said time VIII oe 0eo4Ned recovery. All persoI indebted to saad EstAse are requesed to make immediate payment
 1s3 HENRY CARTER, Executor
Litchfield enquirer., 1875-08-05
Ibe Eiteb6eIS Gtquirer,
 LITCHFIELD, CONN.
ENQUIRER cLuBsINo RATES.

Our Litchfeld County subscribers may not off, en be able to take advantage of the lowr fFs.ed large clubs by most magazines andperi licals For their convenience and as an extra' iadu.ement to new county subscribers we will send the following periodicalsto to county subscrib CTS, in connection with the ENQUIRER atthe
Litchfield enquirer., 1875-08-05
Washin gton.

The readers of the Enquirer have heard much about our new Hall, and the good time we have had in it. It has been al- ready suitably dedicated to Literature and the Drama. Owing to the sickness of Mir. DuCkiughaIn, last wintrI, musical ol- tertainment was given in it. We now pro- pose to dedicate the Hall to Music; and we invite our friends far and near to come and epioy the occasion. AS this evening will be entirely occupied by gen. tlemen from New York, I shall venture to speak in terms of promise large and more generous than I have ever dared to use in inviting you to our own entertainments. I am assured by MT. King, who is at once composer, organist, opera director, and manager, that I may promise you as good a musical treat, as you ever enjoyed in these parts.
Litchfield enquirer., 1875-08-05
"S16O.0O0"

Made in Two Months. 1 Wall street Operation 1ne Bank1ng-house of Alex. Frothingham E Co No. val Street, who deal in Stock Privileges have maid this enormous sum to their customers during thia snort space of time. Some persons have made aa ngn ss $60OO rom only $1OO originally invested ana many nave made $1, ,OO0 and from only SsO They Psld m single day over $4o OOO for which OnIy S3-
 " Was feee1Ved or $S7000 net profit various peo- pie. They employ continuously from twelve to fR- teen competent book-keepers and assistants With tn1e strong force they often compelled to remain ss tbe1r work until midnight. This energetic firm well deserves the credit of being th leading hopse fa their branch of business it most wonderful to ac- knowledge that they have this business n the short space of nvecyears.
 They have customers who reside in nearly every State in the Union, the Dominion of Canada: from the Island Of Cuba they receive orders ePnons who are continually dealing in stOcks Their bust nesS has become sO extensive that two experieuced correspondents are employed to attend tO their sd yers1ng accounts. Their cards may be read in every nFstelass naWgpaper published in the United Stats. To this they attribute portion of their suceess We advise those desiring to place their business with nrm possessing the very highest record for upright mess, and who conduct their business upon honest principles, to desl with this house.
 They also issue weekly report of the condition of enars in Ws street which they glad to mail free For one year, to who desires and eonteInpase sF0culatiOg.
 Send for h."-EUeBisg Mad, \. r.
 New York Commercial Advertiser says.
 ~The Banking House of Alexander FroshfnRham Cos No. 13 Wall street, has in s employ twelve book keepers and 9sststants. There other stock PrVi Iege firms who employ from three to six men. This nRm have established their entire business during the 1ss nVe years" lily
Litchfield enquirer., 1875-08-05
these parts.

They will sing glees and part songs, with a iudicious sprinkling of solos. The vocal ists are well known and were connected for several years with the ''Vocal Society of New York" A fine programme will be rendered in the best manner.
 ..r .s.t.- F. W. .GUNN.
Litchfield enquirer., 1875-08-05

The Shepaue railroad is doing q very heavy business. to the surprise of the em- ployes. - Pattadtun5.e e'.'''t
Litchfield enquirer., 1875-08-05
RUPrUKE--HOW CURED.

MT. George F. Eakins of PhiIadeiphfa xxr;res
 the following int esting PartIcuIara.
 10 the Edifior cf ths SeW YOrE Sun:
 SIR-FOr several years was afflicted with rurture end Eunered from the use of trusses. Casually otic- ing in your paper recommendation of Dr. sfermzn of yOur city. and about the szlne time meeting Nr w. Ayers, O4 Cznde1, E T., who informed me taf he hAd been victim to rupture and was cured by nr Shermans treAtmGnts felt animated and straGbtwar vent to New York, consulted Dr. Sherman and had him adapt his remedies to my case It was to me = happy occurrence and shall feel to Tou ana NIT. Ayers for having directed my attention to r sherman, as well as ta him for the sale and coforta bie manner m which he treated my case My mind as was trying various russes for help with no other result than VsxahOn and injury. But now being sound again and realizing its felicity feel if v innreratio dufy to add my testimony in favor of Dr. Sherman,s remedles, and D recommend the ruptured to % to him with the fullest con 1deace of being bere6ted
 GEORGE E. EAKISs, ], ,G3I Palmer Stree.
 PHILADELPHIA, March 2Ath 1875
 We cheerfuly publish the foregoing communication oe1aev1ng 1t may resuk in heneht to some on MT. fAkins Is subscFibert8 t8 TIE stz and reliable gen sufferers who will, with vOuching for its frnfhfn nes have cause to feel grateful toward him as he now feels toward Dr. Sherman.
 The foregoing remarks from the New York Srx must De cheering to those who are ruptured.
 The curS is effected by Dr, SHERTANrS ,oSth,.S without any operation. simply by external local anI; eaflons both mechcnical and medicinal made dsiII h the Patlent, vhO while under treatment caD rerfo-11 sny nno or labor, take the most active ev ercse with perfect security from dangers of and stIangulated rupture without inc ~..fFs-i, .S
 1aFy caueed by the of trusses and without inter fer1ng with the progress Of cure.
 Dr. SherInans OfhcS, Park Row corner san Street New York city. Consultation Free. Terms moderste ses Ss SSSsnszy can zsssIEs fbt0e aI;e fed fer 10 cents. 164
Litchfield enquirer., 1875-08-05
Births

At Ellsworth, July g, son to Mir. and Mrs. E. P Everett. I.T TrTF!2ck z
 At Washington, Aug. 1, a daughter to MT. and Mrs. W. T. Odell.
Litchfield enquirer., 1875-08-05

The above cut represents the Hon. Daniel s. Dick enson former Attorney General Of the United States
 as seen when attacked with sfrangnIated rupture.
 Mr. Dekenson suffered intensely nOtwithsfanding De had the best surgical aid. Everything waa dnne
 seleuce cOuIu suggest, and the last reredy fhe kne vas useds yet he died in great anguish on the thfd day. This is fearful warning to tose who are ruutured - '--08 "--O 0NS
National Republican., 1875-06-17
0RUPoSALS FOR Hay AND COAL.
NAVY DEPARTNENT,
DCREAU OF YARDS AND Docks,

DCEEAU OF YARDs AND Docks,
Sealed proposals for each class, separately IN
dorsed Proposals for Class No., (name the class
for the Navy Yard at (nams the yard,") will be
received ct this ONCE until 10 O'Clock .. OF the
Tth Of July at which hour the opening Of the bids
Will be commenced, for furnishing aud delivering z
at the several navy yards the articles embraced
in the following classes:
Bureau Of Yards 6nd Docks, Class No. 20, Hoy
and SfrGp, 1sT5-'T6.
Rittery IS tons q 24o lbs.) best quality ne Eng
lish hay, loose, per ton.
Boston, 100 tons q 10 l6SJ best hay, loose, per
Boston, ten tons 2.24o lbs. rye straw, per ton.
Brooklyn, 90 tons e 30 lbs hrst quality, loose
Brooklyn, tons RiG lbs. straw, in bundles Of
Phradelpsls, % tons tS9io Ihs.) best clover and
timothy hay, mixed, loose, per ton.
Philadelphia, 2H tons (2,24s lbs0 rye straw, in
bundles Of 3 lbs. or over, per ton.
League Island 10 tons q 30 lbS) best clover and
League island. ton @a9GS ibS Jt rye Yen straw, in
washington. $ IONS Sato iOi.S hay best quality,
Washington tens tz,24O lbs long rye straw. per
NOrfoiE, IS tons t2,24o lb,) best quality timothy
Norfolk, 10 tons G 24O lbs wheat straw, per ton
Deliveries to be made as required.
Burs0u OF Yards and Docks, Glass No. q, nthrG.
cite Goal, 1sI5-7o.
Kittsry, 600 tons e, 30 lbs) White-ash, steam
Kittery, $50 tons t2,2lO Ibs.) whI.s.ash, stove
Boston, 10 tons i2elO Ibs) White ash, steam
boat size, per tOn-
Boston, IS tons e. 80 lbs.) Red-aSh, for stoves
and furnaces, per ton.
Brooklyn, 700 tons 2,2I0 lbs.) Locust mountain
coal, screened for steam boilers, per ton.
Brooklyn. 50 tons (2,24o los.l Locust mountain
coal, egg size, per ton.
Brooklyn, IS tons (2,24O lbs.) Locust mountain
coal. stove size.
League Island, IS tons (2,2lO Ibs.) best quality
Lshigh coal; stove size, per ton.
Lehigh coal, egg size, per ton.
Norfolk, l4C tons t22io lOs) White-ash stove
Mare Island 100 tons C2,2lO) Ibs.) Anthracite
coal, per ton.
Bureau Of Yards and Docks. Class No. %, Btu
nliRouS Coal, 1SI5-'T5.
Kittery. tons (2,2IO Ibs.) English camel coal,
Boston, IS tons (2,24O Ibs) lump Cumberland
coal, for blacksmiths' use, per ton.
League Island, 25 tons (224O Ibs.) best quality
Washington. 400 tons (2,24O Ibs.) Cumberland
coal, average run Of the mines, per ton.
Norfolk, $50 tons (2,240 IDA) Cumberland COAL
average run Of the mines, per ton.
Mare Island, 10 tons (2,24O lbs.) Cumberland
coal, In casks as imported, per ton.
All the coal to be Of the best quality Of Its
kind; to be delivered into carts provided by the
scales
All the coal embraced in these classes to be
Bonds and security In the full amount OF the
contract will be required to secure its faithful
execution and fuIfllment, and the Bureau re-
serves the right to reject any or all Of the bids.
]. q. HOW ELL.
les Chief of Bureau.
National Republican., 1875-06-17
pRoPosALs FOR CHAIN IRON.
NAVY PAY OPFIoR.

.. NAVY PAY OPFIOR,
WAsHINGToN, ID. O., May 20, 1875.
Sealed proposals, to be indorsed ssProposals fol
1ron," win be received at this once until II m
the Est day Of June, 1875, for the beloWdescFibed
Chain Iron, In links, to be delivered free Of ex
peDse to the Government at the Washington
navy yard, at the contractors risk:
BUREAU OF EQUIPMENT AND RE.
CRUITING.
s4,64o pounds in IA, ,lss links, each SIG inches
1854 pounds in ,436 links, each TX inches dia-
meter, 1919 inches leDg.
1850 pounds in 200 links, each 1T.16 inches dIa-
meter, ~ inches long.
The Iron Will be subject TO the following test:
The links TO be bent double, both cold and hot,
TO have tensile strength Of not less than 81 900
pounds, and the area Of the fractured section to
be not less than 90 per cent. Of the original.
1t will also have to undergo such other inspec-
direct, to whom al applications for infOrmItion
The iron mist In all respects be satisfactory to
the Inspector at the Washington navy yard,
who win have the right Of persmptsry feJec-
toD. o. -... .... ~ ..- --.s
The right is reserved to reject any or all the
offers, If deemed to the interest Of the Govern
Ali iron that may be rejected is TO be re-
moved forthwith from the navy yard By the con-
should the contractor fan to deliver the iron
In such quantities IS called for, and within the
stipulated time, the deficiency will be purchased
on his account, and the excess Of price, If any,
will be charged to his account.
The iron is to be delivered during the month
ResponSi6ie security will be required for the
prompt and faithful delivery OF the iron when
Blank ferns for bids to Be had at this Office
q. E. THORNTON,
my2l Pay Inspector u. s. Navy.
National Republican., 1875-06-17
DRuPosALs FOR GOAL.

NAVY PAY 0FEIcE.
WASHINGTON, d. O., June 10, 1875. I
Sealed proposals, to be tnd0rsed NPr0posalB for
Goa" viii be received at this ofic0 until u %.
the 18th day Of June 1873 for the below described
coal, TO be delivered free OF expense to the Gov
ernmsnt at the Washington Navy Yard, subject
to the usual conditions and inspection.
BUREAU OF EQUIPMENT AND RECRUIT
! L-F ING.
800 (three hundred) tons Lehigh lump coal.
500 (eight hundred) tons Bitumlnous coal.
The coal 10 to be delivered at the Washington
yard after the 1st day Of July, 1875. All informa-
tion a. 10 the quality of coal required; and time
fer delivery, win be furnished on application 70
the comm6ndant Of the WashtnRton Navy Yard.
The right % reserved to reject any or ell OF the
offers, II deemed to the Interest Of the Govern
ment so to do. Responsible security required for
the prompt and faithful delivery Of the coal when
awarded. Blank forms for bids 10 be had at this
once. The contractor is to pay the cost Of inspec-
'O'' st 2 aa atL.tt g. E. THORNTON, :.
jel1 Pay Inspector, .. s. N.
National Republican., 1875-06-17
w II. WHEATLEYss
!, TEAM DYEINe AsSESvgEI AND vgELIEASINs EsTAB-
40 Je6er8oa sfreef, GeorgefoiDA, q

- JeBerson SIreetl GeoTgetoUA y, c.
Established, 1881. Premium AwardeA 1S57. In.
larged and improved, 1s7l. Ladies and Gentlemen's
wearing apparel OF every description, intending
Velyets, Crepe Yeila and Trimmings, KID Gloves,
&C., &C., nicely cleaned or dyedj also, Curtains
ing the Summer months.
Send ug your address and we will call for and re-
turn work at any place In the District free Of extra
charge. Work received and returned By mall
express from and TO anT place IN the country,