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Connecticut western news., 1879-02-05

made in urging young men to make money fl they are 80 fortunate as to have talent for doing it. We have had SO much preach ing and teaching from the text that ''lhe love of money is the root of ell evil" tha, some of our boys and girls really feel that making money, getting rich is sin per SC, but the lecturer reminded us that the talent for money'maklng IS God gwen as much as any other talent, and should be used for the greatest good to the greatest number.
 Many good hits were made at the sins and follies of the times and political corruption, hypocrisy. and every form of sham, lying, deceit, dishonesty in business, and repudia- ton were denounced in vigorous Saxon. On the whole, VIC have not iD long time heard lecture that was so suggestive and thought full. We trust that if Mir, Free should ever favor us again he will have larger audi ence. A B. c.
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CHAMBERS CYCLoPEDIA oFENGLIsH
 LITERATITPE

Volume of the new and beaut utiful edi- tion of thls excellent work, just issued by the AMERICAN Book EXCHANGE, 55 Beck man street, New York, embraces the hsto- " of our literature from the earlest period to the times of Queen Elizabeth, with lives of all noted authors, and choice specimens from the writings of each. All who are in- terested in tue higher class of literature will welcome this new edition, with it's clear type and handy form. and all who have been longing for the era of cheap books, will be more than satisfied with Its | wonderfully low price. The entire work, i, | Tn eight volumes, numbering over S,200 pages, is offered, delivered free of expense, to those who subscribe during January. in paper binding, for s2.25; cloth. &S.25; or half morocco. gilt top, s4.75. Specimen pages. showing size, style. type and paper of the entire work, and giving full particu- lars, including inducements to clubs. will be sent free on request. To those who would like to examine it. volume one, which is complete In itself, containing 416 plges, will be sent, postpaid, for nominal prices: In paper, 20 cents; cloth. S5 cents : half morocco, gilt top, 50 ceuts. Purchase CTS have the option of getting the other seven volumes by paying at any tune the remainder of the regular subscription price. The publishers sell only to subscribers di- rect, instead of giving to dealers and agents the usual 50 or 60 per cent. discount to sell for them, which accounts for the remark ably low prices.
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CORRESPONDENTS.
Goshen,

Goshen.
 On the evening of Jan. 23d. about g o1 our people met at the parsonage to organ ize Goshen Literary Circle. The meet ines of this Circle are to be held every fortnight. The first is to be at the house of Mrs. Noah s. Wadhams, and every effort will be made to have the time pass pleas antly and pro6tably for all. Quite humber of young people nssem bled at Mir. Joseph Wooster's last Tuesday evening and spent the night in daucing It waa beautiful evening. and pleasant time is reported.
 Tho members of the West Goshen M. E church expect to give their pastor, Rev. MT Dikeman, donation party Wednesday eve.
 Our January tbaw arrived safely last week, ard barred the hllls so that the sleighing is nearly spoilt. . The funeral of Mrs. Grace Futile, widow of the late lchabod Futile, was held at the church at West Goshen last Sabbath. She died at the residence of her daue hter IT Sharon. B. B. salisbury.
 Last Sabbath Rev. c. L. Kitchel ex- changed pulpits with Rev. Mr. Gleason ot Norfolk.
 Our sleigh ride. which was to take place last Wednesday, proved grand success At half past two some 22 sleigh. loads left here, going oyer Frink hill. through Ames vile to Falls Village, thence to Lime Rock and from there over Norton hill, through Lakeville back to Salisbury, arriving al about o'clock, and more jolly company one could hardly imagine. with capacities sharpened by the ride, all were prepared to do justice to the bountitully supplied tables awaiting them. After supper the hall was soon filled with merry dancers. The pro ceeds amounted to about $50, and are to be used towards furnishing nice stage curtain for our new town hall.
 Shaffer's Swiss bell ringers are 10 give an entertainment in our town hall Wednesday evening. This company bear good repu tation, and we bespeak for them a liberal patronage.
 Some time since, the young people of this village organized a company to be known as the Salisbury Dramatic Associaz tion, and after spending much time and la bor in perfecting all the arrangements and scenery necessary to make it succees. they have decided to give the first entertainment Friday evening, Feb. IA at town hall. The drama is East Lynne" in five acts. Let us all turn out and give them good house.
 GUESS. 
 Chapinville is rather quiet now. Our frozen lakes and mountains whitencd with snow, impress us of the reality of winter.
 The furnace is in operation, business be- ing carried on in the name of Mrs. Horace
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marshal mcmahon Resigns.

An event occurred in France last Friday which has few parallels in history-the President of the Republic resigned his office and retired to private life. The reasons for this step seem to be that the Republicans had obtained majority in the eglslature and demanded the offices and spolls. He complied with all their demands until they required him to dismiss or replace certain general officers in the army who were sup posed to be inimical to the republic, belong. ing, as McMahon dld, to the Imperiallst fac ton. This was the straw that broke the camel's back. He was willing to sacrifice all the other fellers but he could not go back on his old comrades. He considered his feelings in this respect paramount to his duty to his country and so threw up the sponge. He seems to have proclivity for resigning when things begin to assume an unpleasant aspect. At Sedan when the day was lost he quietly resigned his command to subordinate SO as to avoid the odium ot . surrender. But for this shrewd dodge he would never perhaps have been president Ot France. Bazaine at Metz was not 30 sharp. He remained at his post to the last and for his stupidity was afterwards tried as trait or and driven into exile. After her un- fortunate war with Germany France need cd . hero and a scapegoat. McMahon and
  dates for those positions, and as is generally the case under such circumstances, the less deserving and capable one was elevated to the highest position and honor in the coun- try while the ether was ignOminiousiy kick ed out of it. Here is useful lesson tc young men, showing what little circumstsn ces in one's life may determine his future destiny. McMahon shirked and became President; Bazaine didn't and was branded as traitor. There are two remarkable cir cumstances in this connection which show that the young republic of France can learr something yet from her older sister across the Atlantlc. The first is that Marshal Mo Mahon and his cabinet, with the army snC the whole machinery of the government under their control, should allow an opposi ton majority in the legislature to be return ed. It shows that the election machinery has not yet been brought to the highest stat of efficiency and perfection. The secont is that . man occupying euch an exaltet position, with such vast power and patron age, should voluntarily resign it. We don' do such things in this country. It was ono said of office-holders here that few die an, none resign. Think of President of th United States resinging! Ha, hs, ha! is really 10 funny t0 think about.
 M. Grevy has been elected President fo the full term of seven years with great una nimity. while M. Gambetts succeeds hin as President of the Chamber of Deputies M. Grew is said to be man of ability an experience and hls election gives great sat isfsction. Everything is quiet and the cri sis IS happily past. The Republic is now il the hands of it's friends and if it should no prove to be permanent they will have D one to blame except themselves. VSUe Repu6Lique!
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The l. Legislature.

The Legislature met Tuesday and ad- journed Thursday of last week. There was very little business of any importance done. The following are some of the bills for pub lie acts
 Repeating the law requiring the supper, of town paupers within the town.
 That costs of bridge repairs shall be ap- portioned in proportion to the grand lists oi the respective towns.
 Repeating the law that ow ners of proper. ty adjoining railroads shall build and main. tain their fences.
 Allowing druggists in towns where there is ''no licepse" to sell on payment of from g to $50 license fee; they to give $5OO bonds and keep an account of sales and to whom in book open for public inspection ; sales to minors or drunkards to forfeit per- mits.
 That persons allowing cattle or fowls to go upon the enclosed land of another after being prohibited in writing, shall be fined S7.00
 Allowing Judges of the Supreme and Su- perior Courts to ride free on railroads when on official business, and requiring the con- panles to make an annual report of the number of miles so travelled.
 Authorizing selectmen to appoint town agents for the sale of liquors.
 That there shall be single railroad con- missioner.
 That compensation of prisoners in jail shall be computed at 50 cents per day in stead of $l.
 Prohibiting any person from acting as agent for a person who has stolen valuable papers, money, etc., with the object of ne- gotiatipg for their return.
 That the requirement. or demand of re- ceipt for such amount as may be offered or i,y payment of any account shall not prevent such offer or tender being held legal ten- der, but such offer or tender may be plead ed in bar to any action as if the condition of Q receipt had not been made. And for the purposes of legal tender it shall be sufficient to offer on tender any bank note. check, celtifcate of deposit or other cur fent fund, unless at the time of such offer the proposed payer accept and protest against the same and demand specie or legal tender notes.
 That contracts by married women shall be valid, as though they were single.
 Providing that real estate of educational or ecclesiastical associations Rhall be set in the lists for taxation at the same rate as property of individual taxpayers.
 Prohibiting the killing of domesticated doves, pigeons, etc, by hunters.
 That any deposition taken for one case may be used in another case, when it would be impossible to secure another owing to the death of the deponent.
 That property of married women shall be set. in the list in their own names.
 Making it an offense to adulterate tea, coffee, etc.
 Providing for cumulative voting in town, city and borough elections.
 That no alien shall gain settlement in any town unless by vote of the authorities or people.
 That no elector shall vote on matters of appropriation or taxes unless taxed on $500 of real estate or $I50 of personal estate.
 For appointment of . surveyor-genersl with deputy sn each county and defining sheiE duties.
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MT. and Mrs. D. Alexander are spending

MT. and Mrs. D. Alexander are spending few weeks in Brooklyn.
 The Berkshire mills paid of last week. using upwards of 5.COO dollars. We are sorry to learn that c. Marvin's career as book keeper and operator is at ar. end at the Berkshire office.
 R. B. Canfield commenced keeping house last week, hiring. rooms of Mrs. William Huntley.
 The report last week was that the Brook side mills were to shut down for 10 days, from Feb Sd, on account of the Paper Un- Ion; later report says they are to run off all their orders which will take most of the 10 days.
 Prof. Frost is to speak at the temperance meeting Tuesday evening, and that is | enough to insure an Interesting, as we'll as l instructive lecture. He does not couseal and harden cold water as most frosts do, but he holds it up to all mankind as pure and harmless beverage, and like the pure and sparkling water, he abounds with pure and sound logic, and is tull of sparkling | wit. holding the attention of his hearers, so that when he stops they feel chat more would be quite palatable. It IS understood James Russell is ex- l peeted home in 8 few weeks, and his many | warm and intimate friends will welcome hlm back wi:h joy, and many God bless you." He has been absent some 16 months taking charge of paper mill in Bath. s. c. | HANK. Cornwall Bridge
 I MIR. ED1ToR:-Our village is compara- lively quiet this winter, nothing occurs that is scarcely worthy of notice. but lest you should conclude that we have entirely ceased to exist, will inform you that we still live.
 l. The furnace is running full blast, and furnishes employment for quite a uumb bel of people.
 D. w. Marvel, the proprietor of the Reed Mills, is spending pat of his time in Hartford. representing the town of Corn wall. MT. Manvel has decided to remove to the PlaIn next spring, where he will oc- cupy the large boarding-house belonging to Beers Bros with view to taking city boarders. but while he keeps boarders there, he will continue to oversee the bus. mess at the Reed Mills.
 | If reports are correct, there seems to be fair prospect of 8 new grocery store in our village next spring.
 The dance of the season came of at Cur. tIss Hotel last Wednesday nght. As was not there, am not able to report IS ts the exact number present, but believ, there were oysters enough, aud 10 spare.
 Russell Bierces horse became frightened
 by the cars a few days ago. aud ran up setting the sleigh, and spillinR the con
 tents. Fortunately no jury was done either to the drlver or slelgh. MUM.
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Connecticut western news., 1879-02-05

PoTAsKA, the great DIPHTHRR1A and SORE THROAT SPECIFIC, has been thoroughly test ed in thousands of csses of Sore Throat in it's various forms, from mid inflammation to most severe cases of diphtheria, and al-. ways proved invaluable in not only arrest Ing the disease, but preventing its spread. As Throat Specific it has no equal. See circular for testimonials, etc. Price 50 cents. Prepared by F. M. Pesse, Phsr- macist, L-e, Mass. See testimonials in an other column.
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The People Want Proof.

There is no medicine prescribed by physic- ians, or sold by Druggists, that carries such evidence ot its success md superior virtue IS BosoHER's GERMAN SYRUP for severe Coughs, Colds sellled on lbe breast, Con- sumption, or any disease of the Threat and Lungs. A proof of that fact is that any person sffl cted. can gel Sample Bottle for 10 ceuls aud try it's superior fleet be fore buying the rcgular size at 75 cents. It has lately been introduced in this country from Germany, aud it's wonderful cur.s are astonishing every one that use Il. Three doses N ill relieve any cAsr.
Connecticut western news., 1879-02-05

A Mel chant Up Town went without his overcoat, took hard cold and was cross, most sick, when one of his clerks prevailed upon him to try little of Dr. A. J. Flsgg's Cough aud Lung Syrup. Three doses cur ed him
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Arw Adrrrtisrmeuts.
HOUSATONIC RAILROAD COMPANY,l !
 SEcRETARY's OFFICE,
 BRIDGEPoRT, CONN.,, Feb. 1, 1879.

ANNUAL MEETING.
 The annual meeting of the Stockholders of the Housatonic Iailroad Company will be held at their office in the City of Bridgeport, Ct., on Friday, the 28th inst, at 21% o'clock p. m. for the purpose of electlng Board of Directors for the year ensuing, and to do any othei bus mess proper to be done at said meeting.
 The Transfer Books will be closed from the 18th to the 2Sth inst, both days inclusive.
 By order, CHARLES K. AVEKILL, 3w31 Secretary. ~
Connecticut western news., 1879-02-05

RRAoTIoN. The finance committee of the Legislature have voted to repeal the law reducing salaries and fees payable out o1 the State treasury ten per cent.
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LOCAL NEWS.

a.s We shall feel greatly obliged to any oi our friends in the county, or elsewhere, whc will send as particulars of eny occurrence o1 interest which may come under their notice.
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MAR REED.

Al West M. lid' D, Conn, January 8ist, MT. w. A. McArthur. formerly of Slhs- hury, publisher of the Vermont Iii uue, 10 Miss susan M. Braipsrd of West Mpriden.
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connecticut wesesSn Nevvs.

Connections Western N0vg9s
 Extra Copies of the NHWs eaa bs shtsiAsdS Ss orshan's Drug Store, Salis1Hsy E Marble New Hartford Cornell Hoyt's store, Lak0ville J. Turner, Falls Village Humphrey Drug Store Canaan Post OMco. West Cornwall
 Ths"RmporiaM." West Winsssd W, A. Roberts, East Canaan D. L. Pratt. eouthHsld and Mill River Welch & Johnson, Norfoik
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WEDNESDAY, FEB. 5, 1879

The fight over the New York Custom House nominations ended yesterday by their confirmation. The vote stood yeas s5, nays 25.
Connecticut western news., 1879-02-05

Landon. The grist mill is running, but nothing but feed and corr are ground, the mill not being in repair.
 MT. Ralph Mallory, an old and respected resident here, has been feeble for some time, and for the past week has been fail ing fast. He has dropsy.
 MT. J. G. Landon met with quite an acci dent last week. In moving one of the coal carts in the furnace his hand was caught < between the wheel and body of the cart, re- moving the entire nail from his thumb. Mrs. F. w. Holmes went to New Haven to visit friends last fall. She has not been able to return home, being sick.
 Quite number from here went 10 the Salisbury sleigh-ride on Wednesday last. \ Meeting at the Town Hall at D. m., the company rode, hy the way the of Frink Hill, tO Falls Village, and back through Lime Rock and Lakeville to Salisbury, aI- irving at the Town Hall about 6 D. m. After bountiful supper dancing commenc ed in the upper room of the hall and wss enjoyed until late hour. Everything pas sed off pleasantly The proceeds are 10 be used in fitting up the stage.
 Fishing is excellent on the lakes. Two ! gentlemen from Lskeville caught over fifty pickerel weighing 25 pounds one day las ' week. VERITAs. Clayton.
 The woman suffrage question is to be ar gued at the lyceum of next Thursday.
 MT. M. Nelson has obtained situation in wagon shop in Collinsvile, which take' him from his home during the week. :.
 We are glad to see Miss Nellie Parmale, is regalning her health rapidly. She hal not been able to attend school at all th winter, and but small portion of last term
 We learn that Miss Fannie Wolfe of Sod om District entered the New Britain stat, Normal School this week. M.
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l the victory over deatl. With the con-
 sciousness of sin and unworthiness she tri-
 umphed over the last enemy. She asked
 during her final hours her friends to sing,- Jesus can make dying bed
 While en his breast lean zly head : ''- And breathe nay life ont sweetly there.''-
 She attempted to sing herself, but was too
 weak to sing but few lines. Just before
 she passed away she said. "All is safe! All
 Is safe! The sting of death Is sin, and the
 strength of sin is the law but thanks be
 unto God who giveth us the victory through
 our Lord Jesus Christ. "-Honesdaze (Pa. Citizen.
 The lecture by MT. Free last Wednes- day evening was well worth hearing. We
 regret that so small an audience heard it,
 because it seems pity that 80 many of our
 people should miss . rare treat. If we would all turn out and patronize good en- tertainments how easy 1t would be in these winter evenings to secure course of good lectures that would afford solid food as well as pleasant recreation for the minds of the young and the old. The lecture was SO crowded with thought that it was impossi- ble to attempt any full synopsis of it in short space. But we cannot refrain from expressing nnbounded satisfaction in one of the principle ideas. the dignity of so0rk ! The speaker set forth in forcible language the pitiable position of any man or woman who has nothing to do, and denounced the mischievous heresy that has crept into all classes of American society that the young man or woman who is not obliged to labor is 8 fortunate character. Both the rich idlers and the poor ldlers are stigmatized as contemptible, and more than that, as mis- chievous beings. Another good point was
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1879-12-06
LOUISVILLE.
Preparations for the Entertainment of
General and Mrs. Grant.

LOUISVILLE, December 5.-Prepa-
rations for General Grants reception
in Louisville are extensive and com
plete. He is to be received at the
indianapolis depot, and escorted by
the mayor and a large procession to
the court house, where the governor
and a committee of representative cit
liens will be assembled. The mayor
will, at the court house, make his
speech of welcome, and after General
Grants response, the Governor will
speak for the State. General Grant
then goes to the Louisville hotel, where
elegant apartments are provided, and
after lunch receives citizens and SOL
diers who desire to pay their respects.
At five o'clock he dimes with Hon.
Henry Watterson. Mrs. Foulds and
her sister, Mrs. Shreve, will give a
handsome reception to Mrs. Grant
from four to six o'clock. Main street
at night, from eight to eleven o'clock,
will be Illuminated, through which
General and Mrs. Grant will pass to
the Gait house, where one of the most
brilliant receptions ever given in
Louisville will take place.