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The Newtown bee., 1878-04-04

We call the attention ofour readers to the ad, yertisenenl of [. c, Wood < Bro.. nurserymen and iorists, fishkill. Duchess Co.,, \, Y. Being personally acquainted with these gentlemen we take pleasure in recommending them and their stock to our patrons,
 Efforts are being made 10 secure the services Of temperance speakers. and it is probable that meetings will be held next week, notices of which will Dc given in the churches next sunday. IL is expected tlmt one orthe speakers secured will Dc Rev, Mr. Pogson Of Bridgeport who Is an excellent speaker.
 Mrs Olive Camp. wife Of Mir. Luther Camp Of Hnwleyyile, died last sunday morning. She had been in declining health for some time, The funeral took place from her late residence Tuesday afternoon, Rev. ]. F. Hoyt officiating, and was largely attended by her friends and arguaintances.
 The funeral of Mrs. wolcott Sorthrop mother of Mir. II. R. Sorthrop, took place from her late residence. In Brookneld, obtuso district last Wednesday afternoon, and was attended by a large number ofthe friends of the deceased lady. Rev. A. r, Pierce of the Congregational church, and Rev. Mr. Whitcomb of the Episco pal church conducted the services.
 Do not iail to attend the lecture of Hon. Schuyler Colfax, at the Opera House,on Friday evening. for the benefit of Washington Hook < Ladder O. Admission 50 cents. No extra charge for reserved seats. Tickets and chart at Robinsons Jewelry store. Danbury, and at the post office, Bethel, Special train to Bethel at close of lecture.
 There is some talk of Borough meeting. Let there be one by all means, and when the citizens gettogether we hope they will consider carefully the prOprcty of having new charter with increased powers, and territory. These matters ought to be discussed and gotten into shape, by the time the next legislature meets. The borough fire inspectors expect to investi. gate each house, and we trust they will de 50 soon and report at the borough meeting.
 Capt. James Wason and family moved from Sandy Hook to the vicinity of Birmingham Mir Vim. Glover moves into the house just vacated by the Captain. MT. James Turner moves in. to his new home recently purchased of Slr, Glover A gentleman and his family of Birm- ingham moved into town last week. The gen tleman has beemengaged by Hawley X Dodd, and will have charge of the new shop recently built near their grist mill.
 THINK OF IT, that Cough or Cold neglected, may lead to serious consequences in the early stage of Throat and Lung diseases. Madame Por- ter's Cough Batsdm is an invaluable remedy, can be tak,n by the oldest person or youngest child Is safe, reliable, and agreeable 10 He taste. Price 25 cents, and iu large bottles at 50 and 75 cents oughbreds in tine country are to be seen, and the condition of the horses is a wonder to all who behold them, and it has only recently been discovered that they can be keptin this condition by mixing in the food of horses tablespoonful Of simmons Liver Regulator Powder. It is al. so given to chickens
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Hartford.


 MARCH 2sth.-The closing scenes in the new Capitol were more interesting than usual. Tho firm hold which the speaker had taken In the affections of the members was evidenced in every word and action. We were the more proud of the man because he is a native of New. town, and we see in his high position another proof of what study, labor and character will do for every man who aims high. We remem. Der Chas. II, Brlscoe as n clerk in Sanfords store, Newtown, and we could not but rejoice to hear the deserved euloges to his ability, and impartlality as speaker of the most harmonious legislature ever convened in Connecticut The speakers chair, gaycl and block of the old Cap. itol were presented him. The gold watch and chain from the members was the occasion of one of the best presentation speeches eyermade in any capitol; the Hon. Green Kendrick is not to be surpassed in that line. The speaker most feelingly replied, and we noticed tears in the eyes ofmany members. Everything was done in the most happy manner. The clerks were pleased with their gifts of greenbacks and desks, and they were justly entitled to them. The new Capitol Is by all odds the most impos. ing edifice In the State of Connecticut; and, al though it is in Hartford, the friends of New Haven are all willing to sit in it. The "acous- tic qualities" of the Representative Hall arenot perfect, but when finished, every clear-spoken man can be heard.
 It was with feelings of regret that we bid adieu to the friends we so quickly found; and we shall look back with pleasure to the session of 1878. To close fittingly the session, about one hundred of the members accepted an invi- tatiou to ride to Mllerton, the junction of the Connecticut Western K. R. with the Harlem R. k. The officers of the Conn. Western treated us in princGly style lon board" and at the Mil. lerton Hotel and more jolly set of lawmakers never met together. "Songs and stories," jokes and jest" often suppressed the noise of the cars. The Conn. Western K. R. runs thro' the most romantic scenery we ever witnessed. "Satan's Kingdom" was beauty-spot, and Sa. tan must have some pride in his wild gorge. At the "summit" we were over 1900 feet above Hartford Hartford people and others must en- joy riding over this road to the beautiful lakes, iron mines, and enchanting scenes. REP.
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Ghs 1Bst.
Thursday April 1, 1878. Office in Sanford G Hawleys Store.
Whit We Want.

This village. and Sandy Hook. are in need ot some organized defence against fire The numerous fires In this State. and inc recent fires in m adjoining town awnkens an interest on the subject, and people who own property very natur. ally feel alarmed as to the fate of iher two thickly settled places, and the proba blc results attending fire in either place
 There has been more than one narrow escape from loss by fire in this village since our residence here. and it was e very fortunate thing that they were dis. covered, and put our before much dam. age was done Should house take fire and get beyond the reach of the present facilities for eXtinguishing flames, no one can tell what the damage would be to other property. In Bethel the hat shop of Nichols & lne was so complete ly enyeloped in flames, when discovered to be on fire, that no amount of water applied could have saved it. yet hy hay. ng organized fire companies and means available the flames were onfned to the burning shop and property adjoining was saved.
 If there was anything in this town to protect property endangered by fire, there would be less danger from being b rne1 out. As matters are now situal- e,, let one house take fire in Newtown one will be destroyed Think of it.
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Esagesfiaae.

Newtown is not noted for being temperance town, but am pleased to see even a few come out, and show their colors, with ribband of of some of our public officers, who are entrusted With the educational interests or the town. The Murphy movement" is doing great work in Danbury, though think it is not owing so much to Murphy, as to the persistent and unitcd efforts of all the Christian ministers, who are laboring night and day to reclaim the fallen, and save others from falling. Many who have resisted and turned coldly from all appeals of friends, have been made to see the error of their ways, and are trying to live alright. The re- suits are very encouraging, and cause the liq. uor dealers to look rather "glum." One saloon keeper made standing offer oflwenty five dol. liars to any one would get certain man, who had signed the pledge. to drinking; another said when they had five thousand signers he would close his saloon and sign himself The list counts up twenty-five hnndred and Is still growing. May God give them courage and crown their efforts with lasting success.
 The Wintertem of the district school taught by ". H. Beers, closed on Wednesday last. There has been fair attendance, and great sat isfaction is expressed by both parents and pu- pills. The Summer term is to be taught by Mrs Mary II. Curtis commencing April 18th.
 Mir. N F. Couch, who has occupied the cot tage on "Mt Nebo," returns to his home in San dy Hook, April lst. The Dr. Bronson place oc. cupicd the last year by c. c. Blakeman, has been rented to Mr. Penny of "staer's Plain," Danbury.
 Miss Hattie Beach of Easton is spending a
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hEattertOw R.

Mrs, Mary NorthrOp wife of John Booth, of Hartford, died at the residence of her father, on Tuesday the 2Gth ut. Her age was 36 years. The funeral was largely attended, on Friday afternoon, at the M. E. Church in Stepney The services were conducted by the Rev Mir. Merideth, of Hartford who made some very appropriate remarks from the l4th chapter of St. John. She leaves four small children, the youngest mo. old. They will need their mothers love and tender care.
 Mir. D. Summers had about fifty of his friends visit him on Tuesday evening, the 18th. The evening was all that could be desired, and after dancing till nearly morning, the guests took their leav., all saying they had enjoyed themselves we'll
 Miss Sophia Peck, of Bethel, is visiting her friends in this place.
 Mrs. H. L. Case and daughter, accompanied by her father, have returned from their visit to New York.
 Mrs. L. H. Bevans and Son, of Bethel, are the guests of Mrs. John Stillson.
 The blue ribbon has made its appearance in this place, and we think there is some hopes of Hattertown yet. CAPTAIN JACK.
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ROUSE ENTERED, AND MONEY STOLEN.

lt Is reported that some one entered the house Of Mr. Fred Ilawley on Friday night and stole about sls7 In money from drawer. Mrs Flaw. Icy was awakened by noise, and on arouSing Mir. Hawley m investigation was made and the loss discovered. Tho thief made entrance in the room by breaking on some slats from the window. There was light burning, which, when Mrs II. went to bed, gave much brighter light than she awoke. and it Is thought that the burglar lowered the light Some one heard the movements ofa wagon. and on the road In the morning tracks could be seen. indicating that some one had turned near the house twice. There is no clue to the robbers.
 The season for these night providers Is at hand and we advise every one to secure, as far as possible, every door. and window in their homes; and beside this keep good shotgun or revolver on hand for ready use.
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A WEDDING,

On Wednesday afternoon, a number of ladies and gentlemen, relatives and friends of the fam fly of MT. William Lawrence, assembled at his house to witness the marriage of his daughter, Miss Lottie Lawrence, to Mir. George ". Wheel. er and at ? o'clock Rev. A. P. Chapman united the pair according to the ritual of the Methodist church.
 After having received the congratulations of their friends, table was placed in the centre of the room upon which several handsome presents were deposited. The first, and most conspicuous gift was from the father and mo-. ther of the bride, and consisted of a beautiful china set, 56 pieces. Mir. and Mrs. Alanson Chase with their daughters, presented q very hand some glass set. From Mir. and Mrs. A. l.. Peck came a set of silver spoons. Miss Francis Law renee, sister of the briGe, q set of silverplated knives and forks. Miss Maggie Taylor, linen table-cloth. Mir. and Mrs. Ebert ". Green, dessert spoons, very pretty. Helen R. Wheeler presented d linen tablecloth. From Mir and Mrs. c. E. Senior we noticed very handsome teapot. From MT. and Mrs. Ward Wheeler, a set of knives and forks. From c. Reuben Wheeler, carving knife and fork. From D. w. Fairchild, a set os knives and forks. From Miss Bessie Nash, a beautiful worked napkin, and silver ring. From Mrs. Thomas Taylor, tow els. Miss Katie Lawrence, another sister of the bride, countcrpane. From Mrs. Jane Peck, silver spoon. Eddie Peck gave carving knife and fork. Willie Lawrence, brother the bride completed the list by placing upon the table a parlor lamp. The bride and groom arose and returned their sincere thanks to their friends.
 The next interesting feature was the bounti- full supper, of which all were invited to partake The table was loaded, and if ever a table had chance, or cause to groan, thIs one certainly did, for on it was large turkey, two large pies one of chicken and the other of oysters. and when those af the first table were supplied their places were arranged for a second, and eontin- ued thus until all had fcasted. The cake, which was of five different kinds, was very nice, and that of the bride, was in particular demand.
 We have attended many weddings, but never saw anything to excel this one in point of neat ness and substantial gifts. Mir. and Mrs. Law renee paid no attention to the finery part, but gave supper that every one enjoyed with q homelike freedom
 During the supper Mir. Almon Taylor seated himself Ri the melodeon, and gave a sample Of his fine musical talent. Miss Bessie Nash and Miss Katie Lawrence joined in the beautiful hymns-
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R. Merrill Of south Britain, Both Of the eere' monies were performed by the pastor of the Congregational church. Rev. s. ]. Bryant, the first at the parsonage and the second at the house of Hiram Gilbert, Esq, the step,taIher of the bride.
 Mir. Noble Thomas has moved Into the house of Mrs, sailie Curtis,
 Mir. frauk D. Bradley is building him new barn, The frame was raised saturday, the sOth ut. Mir. F, r. iiine Of Southbury does the work, John D. seoley being so drove by his for. mer contracts that he could not take this one with any hopes of getting il done before Fall. and John is one of those boys who will not at. tempt anything he is not sure he can dccom. plish as he agrees.
 Report says the Washington Hotel Is closed for the season.
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When the time drew near for the passenger train, due at ! o'clock. preparations vert made for bridal tripto Washington, and when the happy pair were ready. they took carriage in waiting. and were taken to the depot, followed by their friends, In carriages, and on foot
 At the depot large number were assembled 10 see inc departure. and to take look at the handsome couple. The bride was richly dressed in n dark brown silk .and wore also n very pretty hat, On the arrival of the train, the bride and groom took their departure, with the best wishes Of friends for snfe and joyous trip.
 We must return thanks for the kindinyitation that was extended to us to be present, and were highly pleasel to meet with so many familiar faces from Newtown. and this plnre.
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-e<@%N- THE DEBATES.

In order to suit the convenience of some ofthe debaters, who could not be present on We'd nesday evening, the debate of last week was held on Monday evening instead. The sub- ject was: "Resolved, that dancing should be discouraged" The leading disputants, Messrs. E. Lyon and ". Hawley, being absent, Mes SIS. Chas. Northrup and Willie Nichols took their places, and a discussion of the subject followed Messrs J. F. Griffin, W. H. Beers, and Charlie Johnson taking part.
 As it was concluded to continue the same question for this weeks debate, in order that more of the debaters might be present, we refrain from giving mora eXtepded notice. The question was decided in the negative, by the jRdges selected from the audience, Messls. $. E. Cornell, G. Stuart, and c. F. Beardsley.
 Concerning the problem submitted last week Miss NJ. c. Morgan stated that the sale of the farm at the prices named was an actual occur renee, and therefore it was a genuine example. Still the problem was very curious one, and she had given 1t to the members of the club, hoping that some one would be able to obtain q nearer answer than the approximate one, which is this this; A had 45 5-lI and had 90 5-9 which gives them one acre too many. The mystery is that as A pays just ten dollars more than the average price, and B ten dollars less, why can. not an exact division be made, which can be proved. After short discussion upon the question, it was postponed until another week, and the debating began.
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AN ODE TO THE BEE. {"

We welcome thee with gladnesz, Onr own, our SRwTows nEEl For every SWEET thou gatherrsi. or thai, right proud are we. We watch and walt thy coming, Hoping each week 10 find Some HONEY from thy many HIVES Win which to store our mind. Although thy days have been bnt few. Thou hast GROWN much In size: From many states they call to you To come and make them Wise. Thine Is noble mission, to Strive and make men better; So you must be n cautious BEE. And ponder well each letter. Don't lei ugly bees come nigh you. Or associate with DRoSEs; But be n faithful worker To brighten all our homes. When Winter evenings reach us. And the outside world iS cold. You must tell Us tales of wonder or the new things. and the old. And VIC shall treasure all you say. Then, perhaps, in time to come, All the world will know, and love you For the good that you have done.
 -B. F. 1I
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ARRIVALS AND DEPARTURES.

Miss Estela Judd left town Tuesday to visit friends in Greenpoint '. r.
 Mir, Phlo Clarke and wife returned Monday from New Haven where, for | few days, they were visiting and attending the Moody and Sankey meetings. | Miss Annie Sanford left town Monday to visit | friends In New Haven, and to hear the great reyivalist She will return to-day.
 Mir. Levi E, Curtis, who has been visiting friends in town, left last week Tuesday for New York en route for Memphis. Tenn, where he has business interests.
 Mir. George W. Bradley and Mir John Moon. ey, representatives of this town in the recent legislature, returned home Saturday from Hartford
 Mir Starr Policy and family, of Danbury left on Monday last for Montreal, Canada. Mir. Policy will take charge of the wool hat factory of Green & Sons, position that he once held before.
 Mir C. F. Farnham was in town on Sunday, the guest of Geo. w. Stuart.
 Mrs. Geo. W. Stuart has gone to New York for visit, and will also visit friends in Albany and New Jersey before her return home.
 MT. Theodore Fairch.ld of Hamilton, Canada arrived in town Saturday and Is the guest of Mr. Dan'l Camp.
 Miss Hattie E. Hawey is spending a few weeks in Utica, N. Y, and during her stay will have charge of "st. Luke's Home"
 M L. Lum of Hawleyvile, has gone to Mine Hill, RoXbury, Conn.,, to lay out short rail road, to connect the Shepaug track with the Quarry.
 MT. Wm. \, Northrop and MT. Walter Glover left town Tuesday, for Buffalo and Chicago.
 Miss Fannie Marble is on visit to see her parents and friends, ill town.
 Miss Eliza Wright returned Monday, from a visit with her friends Misses Ray and Jennie Wallace, oi Danbury.
 Mir. M. c. Hawley, Miss Mamie and Master Willie Hawley, in company with Misses Flor ence and Mamie Glover, visited New York Wed nesday, to arrange for trip to Paris, on the steamer Germanic.
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THE FARMERS CLUB MEETING.

Sa,urday night very interesting meeting was held in the Brick Building, All of the officers being present. The subject for the evening, as previously anGounCed, Was, Gardening and, the best iue'hod of applying manure to Ian Is MT. Wm. Il. lily gave very interesting account of his experience, and those who are interested in such m t,ers and where present say that it Was not only interesting but profitable, and IL Is 10 te regretted that there we're sO few i'll attendance The other subject was deferred uLlil lhe next meeting night.
 Mr. Abel StllSon was present and made Correction of tue sta enent ol winch mention was made last week con cernlng the extrrmInation of nuxious Weeds. lie found ou consulting a meul- orandum that he was mistaken in ore particular. He found that it Vas in the tuII ,he moon, with the sign in the feet When ne destroyed h ;tlcs, and not in the Uld ol the uluun. The theory that the moon or sign in the feet, had any thing 10 do with tx eliminating weeds Was s, e ey c.iucsld, but Mir. Stillspn. With hls thilty years of experience and dilig' nt work with al known rene d es, still adher 10 what he actually ac- complished, in 1875, when the moon was full, aud the sign was in the feet, He is oontident that any one who will try il will dnd that they be successful.
 At the xt meeting let there bc a large turnout.
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A CARD.

To MY FRIENDS AND CUSTOMERS
 The business so long conducted by myselfand for the year past by E, $. Davis < Co.,, has been purchased by Mir. Samuel Scott, q merchant of large experience, with abundant means and fl. cilities for doing successful business. Believ- ing him to be n gentleman of strict integrity, with the ability and determination to sell goods at VERY LOW PRICES, and to fulfill all his prom ises, have made an engagement with him and will hereafter be fouud at the old store lS3 Main street, where I would invite all my old friends to call, promising them to use my best efforts to please and profit them.
 Respectfully
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A TEMPERANCE RALLY.

Arrangements have been made to hold . se- sies oftemperance meetings in the Congrega. tional church, commencing next Tuesday even. ing. Rev. Geo. F. Waters of Bethel, with other speakers whose names will be mentioned next sunday, will be present. It is expected that Rev. Mir. Pogson Of Bridgeport will lecture on Thursday night next. He Is fine speaker and great temperance worker.
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A PRESERVATION,

To the youth of Sandy Hook, for the love the author has for them, and the interest he takes In the "kascs' of education, this little work is feelingly dedicated. Hayingno desire for fame he requests thai his name he withheld from the recipients of the benefits accruing therefrom The bestowal thereofis entirely gratuitous-the knowledge tbat, # the name of the donor was known, the gratitude of those most benefited thereby wonld be unbounded tnot to say demon- stratiye, Is ample recompense to
 THE Af-rHoR
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- Sa1spS- - SIDEWALK MEETING,

In consequence of some important matters which require early attention, Il meeting has been called for Saturday evening, at s o'clock, at the residence of Capt. Joseph Blackman. All those interested are cordially invited to attend.
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PUBLIC EXAMINATION OF TEACHERS

Last Saturday afternoon the following gen. tlemen, composing the Board of School Visitors met in the brick building for the purpose of ex aming teachers. Judge Charles Fairman, Chas A P"rsons, John o. Dolehery and Silas B. Wheeler. There were nineteen teachers pres ent, all of whom passed a successful examina- tion. Their names are here appended.
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Sandy Hook.

All-fools'dsy has come and passed and the genuine compliments fioated around here pretty freely. especially in the Glen.
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[The following correspondence between a well-known citizen and one of our teachers, up. on the presentation of ferule, March Ilth, ex- plains itself
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There could be nc better time than the pres ent to subscribe for the SEwrowS BEE show il to your friends, and get tie u to snbscriJe. The more subscribers we have the better pap T we can cire them all