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Litchfield enquirer., 1878-02-07
Plymouth Sketches, No. 26O.

The late snow storm was here as elsewhere, suppose, regular north easter; onethat had been lying back until it had been pretty we'll organized; so that when at length it bore down upon us, it was almost as terrible as an ar my with banners" On the north and south roads the snow is much drifted so that sleigh ing in those directions is anything but good. On the main thoroughfare east and west, a few artificial coverings of bare spots have made the travelling comfortable.
 On Saturday evening, the 2d inst, party of young people from the center went on sleighing excursion of few miles,
 Sunday, the Sd, the Rev. E. B. san- ford, of Thomaston, oficiated in the 1st Con gregational chnrch, 1 am informed that he will supply the pulpit in that house of wor- ship; and that the Rev. Dr. Griggs of Bristol, will do the same the two succeeding months, until the close of the Rev. Mr. Hillard's vaca- tion. PLYMOTHEAN.
 February 1878
Litchfield enquirer., 1878-02-07
WASHINGTON, Feb. 4th, 1878

To THE EDITOR OF ENQU1RER-In view of the prospective revival of business interests in the near future, there has been some expres- sion of curiosity on the part of certain residents of the Shepaug Valley to learn more on the subject of the immense unoccupied water pow CT along the valley which was sometime since agitated through your columns. The problem seemen to be how to present the matter to the outside public in intelligible shape so as to be understood and appreciated. There is no doubt that demand for cheap water power will spring up soon allover New England, but this wealth of supply will continue to remain idle unless some effort is made to inform the public. The most thorough and satisfactory way would, no doubt, be regular survey of the river and detailed report as suggested by your correspondents, but the Shepaug Valley Railroad follows so nearly the line of the river that the profile of that road must exhibit the main facts sought for in reference to the wa ter power of the valley. 1 would suggest to the railroad officers the propriety of placing their profiles in the hands of some competent person with permission to take therefrom the necessary elevations to estimate the extent of water power produced. Such a course would benefit all the parties concerned and secure the main facts sought to be obtained without serious expense or trouble to anyone.
 WM. B. BRINsMADE
Litchfield enquirer., 1878-02-07

the many from the encroaching selfishness of
 the ablerfew. In such government, the on-
 ly sure cure of the selfishness that afflicts and
 eventually destroys other forms of government
 will be found in the fact that ali classes and
 all interests are fairly represented. The weak
 CT in purse and in intelligence have the vast
 majority in votes, and have only to watch
 their representatives sharply to be sure that
 their interests are fairly protected. We can
 not deny that ignorant constituencies have
 worked great wrong in certain recent instances
 here in America but we believe that the worst evils of universal suffrage have been already experienced. The gross tyranny of demagogues and thieves in the city of New York has gone down before the indignation of it's people. Similar tyrannies rampant all over the South after reconstruction have been destroyed apparently beyond all resurrection; Just now there seems to be reaction, and American progress tends towards overwhelm- ing aggrandizements of the few at the expense of the many. Enormous corporations, con- trolled by few able individuals, buy up leg islatures ndinfuenceCongresses. The million aire has gone largely into politics and has taken his seat in the United States Senate With in- creasing intelligence, no doubt, universal suf- frage will correct this as we'll as other evils That the intelligence of the country at large is rapidly increasing no one can doubt. Our inn migrants are being assimilated, and their chil- dren brought up Americans. Good beginnings are everywhere made in the education of the Southern negro. All that universal suffrage needs is time to complete it's work of establish ing sound, honest, and intelligentpopular gov ment among us.
Litchfield enquirer., 1878-02-07
Another Terrible Shipwreck

Thursdays storm caused many shipvrecks along the coast, but the most frightful los oc- cured in the wreak of the steamer Metrpolis, off Currituck Beach in North Carolina. This vessel was bound for South America but sprang leak, and the captain was fored ei- ther to beach her or to founder at sea. There were s46 people, crew and passenges, on board, of whom only 158 were saved. Had the life saving service been able to rendr eff fcient aid, nearly all would have been aved; but the number of men and the means their command were insufficient and the loss near an hundred lives is the result.
 Much has been reported about the lnsea- worthiness of the Metropolis, but her cqtain and first mate both maintain that the whole trouble was occasioned by the unskilful loding of some railroad iron The officers andcrew behaved extremely well and no responsibility for the disaster can be ascribed to then. A larger Congressional appropriation would have no doubt made the life saving service msre eff fective and have saved most of the large num- Der of lives lost.
Litchfield enquirer., 1878-02-07
CONGRESSIONAL.

Senate.-On Tuesday of last week, discus sion of the silver bill continued: Mir. Dawes, Mir. Bayard and MT. Whyte spoke against and MT. Wallace in favor of it.
 On Wednesday letter from. the Commis- sioner of Pensions caused long debate. MT. Christiancy offered a substitute for the Bland Silver Bill to the effect that the new silver dollar shall be equal in value to gold. Mir. Allison gave notice that he should insist on a vote, soon.
 On Thursday the joint resolution extending the thanks of Congress to Heney M. Stanley was passed. bill passed dappropriating $200, for the protection of the Rio Grande Morganand Booth presented amendments to the Silver Bin.-Adjourned till Monday.
 On Monday great number of petitions were presented in regard to silver, the tariff, etc.-Mr. Beck offered and amendment to the Bland bill, and MT. Bayard and MT. Eaton spoke against it.
 House.-On Tuesday of last week a resolu- tion passed excluding visitors and lobbyists from the floor of the House.-Gen. Butler re- piled to an anti-silver petition by reading from the Bible.
 On Wednesday MT. Hewitt stated that he voted against the Matthews resolution-not for it, as reported.-Mr. Fosters substitute for the resolution reducing the whiskey tax was adopted.
 On Thursday the Military Academy Ap- propriation Bill was reported and discussed A majority and minority report were present. ed in relation to the California contested seat
 On Friday, Mir. Baker, of Indiana, made charges of corruption against Doorkeeper Polk, sustained by affidavits After long de- bate, the matter was referred to the Commit tee on Reform in the Civil Service to investi- gate and report.-Private bills were then con- sidered in Committee of the Whole-Adjourn- ed till Monday.
 authorize subcommittee Investigating Treas ury expenditures to take evidence elsewhere, were defeated for lack of two-thirds. The vote on the income tax matter stood, Yeas, 165; Nays, 85.
Litchfield enquirer., 1878-02-07
Thomaston.

The Library and Dramatic Institute had a very interesting meeting, Wednesday evening. Several of the members read and sung the whole concluding with Farce. The Hall was full and every one united in praising those who carried the programme out with so much completeness
 The young peoples society will meet next week at the house of the Rev. J. R. Buckelew pastor of the M. E. Church.
 The snow storm put an end to the work of gathering ice. 7. MT. Elias Bennett has opened grocery store back of the Post-office.
 Burns, the barber, has moved into the basement the new block and added hot and cold baths for his customers.
 The Jubilee Singers willslng in the M. E. church on Wednesday.
 Plenty of sleighing now. c.
Litchfield enquirer., 1878-02-07

Spaim.-Senor Herrera has resigned the Ministry of the Colonies
 South Aytrica. Gaika rebellion is spreading
 zurkey.-The formal signing of the basis of peace and an arnistice took place at Adri- anople, on Saturday and the Grand Duke Nicholas has ordered suspension of hostili- ties.
 The Czar has made an address to his troops, in which he said that they should continue to hold themselves prepared until a durable peace is secured.
 Russia comedies that the question of the Dardanelles is European.
 Austria has issued invitations to confer ence on the Europeanquestionsc connected with the Russo Turkish war
 EZerum has surrendered
 The Russian steamer Constantine sunk an Ottoman screw steamer, at Batum, by means of torpedo
 There are $50, 900 refugees at Constantino- pie. and serious disturbance is feared.
 Greece. with Turkey has commenced in earnest.
 Greek troops have entered Thessaly and car ried Domoco by assault
 The Turks have been repulsed in an attack Thessalian insurgents at Mount Pelion.
 There is great dissatisfaction but no revolt in Crete.
Litchfield enquirer., 1878-02-07
Is it Peace or War2

The preliminaries of peaceare signed, at last,
 and the suspension of arms ordered. The terms of the armisticeare announced as fol- lows:
 FSrst-The erection of Bulgaria into prin- cipality.
 Second war indemnity or territory in compensation.
 Third-The independence of Roumania, Ser via, and Montenegro, with an increase of ter ritory for each.
 F0urth-Reforms in Bosnia and Herzegovi- na.
 FtU-An ulterior understanding between the Sultan and the CZar regarding the Darda- nelles.
 SieM-The evacuation of the Danubian fort resses and Erzeroum.
 Such peace substantially wipes Turkey out of the map of Europe. The great defences of European Turkey have hitherto been the line of the Danube and the great quadrilateral of fortresses guarding the mouth of that river, and the Balkan mountains These are sur rendered by the terms of peace proposed The new province of Bulgaria would be to Russia in the next war what the province of Rouman- ia has been in this. Such concessions, the independence of Roumania, Seryia and Mon- tenegro with increase of territory, and the pro- posed reforms in Bosnia and Herzegovina, would leave little the Turk would care for, of his dominions in Europe.
 The surrender of Armenia would leave Fur key in Asia almost as defenceless as the sur render of the line of the Balkans leaves Fur key in Europe. In addition to these demands comes that of war indemnity, or the cession of more territory. Turkey has no money. At how much per acre is her land to be appraised in payment of damages
 The Czar says, in effect, that the Eastern Question must have definite settlement at last. Can anyone blame him Russia has lost 100,- 900 men, and hundreds of millions of money scarcer with her than men-and does not pro- pose to leave her work half done
 Austria has called conference at which Disraeli's ambassador will no doubt swagger but we doubt whether he accom- plishes much. With Austria's help England might do something; but Austria's help will depend upon the disposition of Bismark If Germany suggests to Austria that it will be advisable to keep still, Russia will have little serious difficulty in carrying out her program
Litchfield enquirer., 1878-02-07

David M. Read, successor to Hall tS Read, Bridgeport, Conn.,, proposes to sell Black Silks and Black Cashmeres this fall, lower than any other house in the State, and dtherefore purchas- ed stock that gives customers an assortment equal to any in New York. These goods will be sold at prices that defy New York Compe- tition. Tie line of Bellon's Cashmere Sublime Silks, from $1, ,25 to $4 25 beat any Silk offer ed in color, weight and finish, for the price. Call and examine them. Samples sent free of expense.
Litchfield enquirer., 1878-02-07

DR. Cooks ClARBoLIzED CORN AND BUNIoN PLAsTERs. discoveries in Chemistry have produced greater sensation in the Medical world than that of Carbolic Acid Combining it's wonderful curative properties with other valuable Balsams, we have produced the acme of Corn and Bunion Plasters
 Feeling, therefore, confident of their quail ties, we offer them to the Public as a boon to all those suffering from the annoying and pain= ful excresenees, guaranteeing perfect satisfac- ton.
 All Druggists keeping them will speak in their praise, we'll knowing their superiority over all other remedies in the market Try them once and you will never be without them.
 Sold by John F. Henry, Curran & Co.,, W. H. Schieffelin & Co.,, Lazell, Marsh 6 Gardi- ner, Wells & Elliot, Day, Hoagland & Stiger, Chas. N. Crittenton, McKesson & Robbins, John H. Francis, John NJ. Grosvenor, and by Druggists everywhere. J. K. Cook 6 Co.,, Manufacturers. 10 Clinton Place. New York
Litchfield enquirer., 1878-02-07
German Syrup"

No other medicine in the world was ever given such test of it's curative qualities as Boschee's German Syrup. In three years two this medicine were distributed free Of ch0roe by Druggists in this country to those affiic- ted with Consumption, Asthma, Group, se- were Coughs, Pneumonia and ether diseases of the Throat and Lungs giving the American people undeniable proof that German Syrlp will cure them. The result has been that drug gists in every town and village in the Uni ted States are recommending it to their custo- mers, Go to your Druggist, and ask what they know about it. Sample Bottles 10 cents, Res- ular size 70 cents Three doses will relieve any case For sale by A. S. Wright & Co, Litch1eld, Conn.,
Litchfield enquirer., 1878-02-07
NEWS OF THE WEEK.
FOREIGN.

Great Britain.-The great parliamentary debate began on Thursday and no vote has yet been reached. Speeches have been made by Messrs, Gladstone. Bright, and Forbes. by Sir Robert Peel MT. Goschen and Mir. Lowe The Ministry expect to have majority of 100.
 Monster mass meetings are being held in England in the interest of peace; and counter meetings in opposition to Russia.
 Two thousand operatives have been locked out at Manchester.
Litchfield enquirer., 1878-02-07
PROBATE ADVERTISEMENTS.

DISTRICT OF LITCHFIELD, ss. obate Court, U Feb. 2d 1878.
 Estate of Emily Spencer late of Litchfeld in said district deceased
 The Court of Probate for the district of Lichfeld hath limited and allowed six months from the date hereof for the Creditors of said Estate, represented insovent in which to exhibit their claims thereto of Litchfeld, Commissioners to receive and decide upon said claims.
 Certified by GEO. NJ. WOODRUFF, Judge. The Subscribers give notice that they shall at the office of Samuel G. Beach ill said Litcheld on the 2d days of March and August 878 at o'clock in the tending on the business of said appointment nt.
 SAMUEL e. BEACH, Commissioners
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Litchfield enquirer., 1878-02-07

Bills are before the legislature repeating the law allowing parties constructive mileage and attendance in court ; and substituting reasona- ble attorney fees therefor. Such legislation would tend greatly to do away with the pres ent annoying delays in our courts; especially if the lawyers practice of fcharging term fees is also given up.
Litchfield enquirer., 1878-02-07

Bills have been introduced regulating rail road fares and prohibiting heavier charges on local than on through freight, or ''stop off charges as they are usually termed. The bill regulating fares is thus epitomized in the Cou- rant report
 That when after deducting interest and taxes paid, the net earnings of any railroad company shall on its capital actually paid in be eight per cent, only three cents mile shall be demanded from passengers if the net earn ings are ten per cent. the fare thall not be over two and a half cents mile; and when the net earnings are twelve per cent the fare shall not exceed two cents mile.
 This is an improvement on any bill that has before come under our notice, and explains the persistent shirking of the New York, New Haven, and Hartford railroad regarding the reports of the amount of "water' in their stock. There can be no doubt that the consol- idated company pays more than twelve per cent: on it's capital actually paid in cash. It is afraid to admit the truth for fear the legisla- ture will pass some such bill as the foregoing, compelling it to allow the public reasonable rates.
Litchfield enquirer., 1878-02-07

The South Carolina legislature seems inclin- cd to restore the penalty of death for the crimes of arson, burglary and rape. A bill for that purpose has passed the lower House. The reason for such action is to be found in the fact that negroes consider imprisonment no disgrace
Litchfield enquirer., 1878-02-07

AS A RELIABLE REMEDY for Coughs Colds, Hoarseness, or any affection of the throat and chest, use, according to directions given on each bottle, INadame Zadoc Porter's Cough BaIsam. It is always reliable, and the possession of single bottle may, in case of a sudden attack, prove to be worth fifty times it's cost. Sold by Druggists everywhere.
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Litchfield enquirer., 1878-02-07
Legislative Items.

The legislature has finally limited the pre- sentation of business to Wednesday of this week, and resolution of final adjournment early in March has been offered, all which give hope of short session.
Litchfield enquirer., 1878-02-07

CHILDREN CRY FOR PIrounn's CAsToRIA. It is as pleasant to take as honey It contains no morphine or other deleterious ingredient, and is sure to expel worms, cure wind colic regu- late the bowels and stomach, and overcome ir- ritation caused by rash or cutting teeth Moth CTS can rest, and children enjoy health, who Castoria. It is harmless, it is certain, it is speedy, and it is cheap. 31-3m.
Litchfield enquirer., 1878-02-07

The question of allowing tax-paying women the right of voting in town and other meetings is again before the General Assembly. A bill of that kind came near passing the last House, and measure so clearly just ought not to be longer delayed.
Litchfield enquirer., 1878-02-07

CRoAK1NG IS NOT confined to the Frog pond At this season almost everybody ishoarse. The bleating of distressed lungs is heard every where. Why is this, when HaAe's Honey of Hoartouaad and t0r will cure any cough cold or hoarseness in AS hours? Sold by all Drug gists.
 Pikes Toothache Drops cure in 1 minute.
Litchfield enquirer., 1878-02-07

A bill has been introduced extending the provisions of the act of last year allowing mi nority representation on boards of relief, as- sessors, and selectmen, to grand jurors and constables This bill only carries the princi- pie of the former act into full effect, and will probably pass without opposition.
Litchfield enquirer., 1878-02-07

The Civil Service bill reported by the House Committee would accomplish good purpose in making terms of office permanent, and in awarding promotion to merit but it's plan of giving Representatives the power of nonina- tion in the first instance is decidedly objection ohI
Litchfield enquirer., 1878-02-07

THE CENrAUR LINIMENTs are the greatest remedies ever discovered for all flesh, bone and muscle ailments Bites, Bruises Swellings, Burns, Rheumatism, Stiff Joints, etc. What the White Liniment does for the human fami- ly, the Yellow Liniment does for horses and animals. They are cheap, they are convenient, and they are certain in their effects.
Litchfield enquirer., 1878-02-07
DOMESTIC.

Twenty-six students were graduated by the New York Eclectic Medical College last week
 An express train on the New-Haven Road was attacked by robbers near New York, last week
 Several savage telegrams have passed be- tween w. E. Chandler and Major Burke, of New Orleans.
 The Second National Bank of Kansas City has suspended.
 A second installment of $500, 900 has been paid to this Government by Mexico.
 The coinage of the trade dollar will be re- sumed at Philadelphia by order of the Cabi- net.
 Erie Receiver Jewett has given bond to an- swer the charge of perjury.
 Thursdays storm caused several marine dis asters great delay of travel and of mails, and seven lives were lost at Conny Island
 On Thursday Thomas Lord obtained an or der to show cause why the lunacy proceedings be not set aside.
 Justice Bradley has denied the application for removal of the Returning Board trials to the United States Circuit Court.
 Forty thousand bids have been made forcon- tracts for mail transportation west of the Mis- sissippi.
 The Attorney General of New York has, be- gun a suit to dissolve the Long Island Railroad Company.
 Ninety eight Excise arrests were made at New York, Sunday; the hotels were watched with especial care.
 Henry w. Genet, one of the Tweed. Ring, surrendered himself Monday and was held in $25, 900 bail
 Republicans in Washington have held a con- ference to decide how to protect the Returning Board.
 United States bonds are coming to this coun- try from abroad in large quantities
 Ex-Governor Wells has surrendered himself and was lodged in jail at New-O Orleans; An derson's trial is progressing. The officers of she wrecked Metropolis say that the steamer was unseaworthy, but was badly loaded.
Litchfield enquirer., 1878-02-07

Col. Fitzsimmons makes an efficient mar. shall of Georgia. He has raised the character of the deputy force. He has fully verified his pledges and has made frequent arrests of dis tillers without disturbance.
Litchfield enquirer., 1878-02-07

Judge Eggleston of the Hartford Police Court, has been trying the experiment of in ducing men brought before him for drunken ness to sign the pledge, instead of inflicting the unusual fine. The result is marked suc cess. Hundreds have signed the pledge, few of whom have been brought into court for a second offence. while the weekly number of cases has greatly diminished.
Litchfield enquirer., 1878-02-07

The men of the Black Hills seem to be the most susceptible mortals under the SUI. A pretty actress who played at Deadwoot re- gently, had 276 proposals during two months stay r of them in one day.
Litchfield enquirer., 1878-02-07

THE COLOSSAL BRONZE STATUE OF VICTORY which stands in the park at Lowell, before the tomb of the first soldiers that fell in the revolution, is lasting and beautiful tribute of strangers visiting our sister city, which indeed many visit purposely to see this elegant object of high art. It was obtained from the King of Bavaria by Dr. J. c. Aver, to whom his Majesty was especially gracious in acknowl- edgment of what his remedies are reputed to have done for the suffering sick. It was donat- ed by the Doctor o-the City of Lowell as a permanent and speaking emblem of the victo- ries both of Science and Arms.-Hagerstoaon (lKGO Press
Litchfield enquirer., 1878-02-07

The new tariff bin proposed by the Congres- sional subcommittee on Ways and Means is published in the papers. It greatly reduces the number of articles taxed, and reduces tax es considerably on thesremainder.
 Twenty thousand Louisvillians have signed the temperance pledge.
Litchfield enquirer., 1878-02-07
A Gentle Hint.

In our style of climate, with ts sudden changes of temperature, rain, wind and sun shine often intermingled in a single day, it is no wonder that our children, friends and rela- tives are so frequently taken from us by neg lected colds, half the deaths resulting directly from this cause. A bottle of Boschee's Ger man Syrup kept about your home for inn immediate use will prevent serious sickness, large doctors bill, and perhaps death by the use of three or four doses. For curing Con- sumption, Hemorrhages, Pneumonia, Severe Coughs, Group, or any disease of the Throat and Lungs, it's success is simply wonderful, as your druggist will tell you. German Syrup is now sold in every town and village on this continent. Sample bottle for trial, 10 c.; reg ular size, 75c. For sale by A. s. Wright X
Litchfield enquirer., 1878-02-07

In Mondays debate in the British parlia- ment, MT. Gladstone announced his radiness to support the Ministry in opposing he ees- sion of the country at the mouth of the Dan ube to Russia and the opening of the Darda- nelles to their war vessels