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Morning journal and courier., 1880-01-28
Hoard of Selectmen.

Approval of BIIls-A Sad Case of Suf-
 ReriUg from thc Use of Morphine
 Proposed Sewerage for thc Aims
 hOuse-A Suit Against the Town.
 The regular weekly meeting of the Board Of Selectmen was held last evening present, selectmen Andrew (presiding), Reynolds, Cooper, Feldman, Hugo and Crawford
 Bills were approved as follows: Roads and bridges $80. 50, outside poor $21s, medicine for the poor $245.96, miscellaneous $4, total $54S.46.
 Albert Coffey was reported to the Board, in a communication from Dr. Lewis, as in such a condition from the use of morphine that he was fit subject for an asylum.
 Town Agent Reynolds said the case was sad one. Morphine had been administered to the man during a continued illness until he required frequent epidermic injections of the same poison to keep him from &C., tual suffering. It was thought he could be cured if sent to an asylum where the treatment of inebriates was made @ speciality. Inquiries had been made at the Walnut Hill Asylum. near Hartford, and it was ascertained that no patients could be received at that institution at present. A letter of inquiry had been sent to an inebriate asylum near Fort Hamilton New York, but no reply as yet had been received
 The Selectmen voted to pay one-hah the expense of the patient in whatever institution the Town Agent should select, for a period of two months, provided the friends of the patient would pay the remainder.
 The matter of construction of sewer at the almshouse was referred to the Committee on Construction and Repairs to inquire and re- port.
 The construction ofa fence at the almshouse was left with the Committee on Construction and Repairg with power to act
 The construction of wash house at the almshouse was left to the Committee on Con- struction and Repairs with power to act.
 Selectman Andrew stated that Maurice J. Reilly had refused to accept the amount ten dered to him for extra labor at the culvert at Long Hill, which was $34539. He presented 6 bill for '@1 13S for extra work, which was larger amount than the original contract Mir. Reilly has sued the town to recover $1, ,3C0 and his costs.
 The matter was referred to Selectmen Cooper, Crawford and Reynolds to take coun- sel on the subject, and if necessary contest the claim in the courts.
 The bond of Constable John R. Johnson was approved.
 The following licenses were granted: John V. Neville, 40 State; Anna Q. Rexroth, 467 State; Max Kaltschmidt, 327 State; Ellen McGinness, 1s5 Hamilton. Adjourned.
Morning journal and courier., 1880-01-28
RSaPanmRu-

Ex-Judges Cumberson and Morris, of New York city, are in the city on legal business.
 MT. A. l.. Train, of New York, formerly of the New Haven Palladium, is in town for 8 few days, the guest of ex-Gov. Jewell. Hart ford Courant.
 On Saturday last MT. Charles H. Street rendered his resignation as cashier of the Fairfield County National Bank of Norwalk, which position he has held since the spring of 1S69.-
 Hon. Nathaniel Wheeler, of Bridgeport, was on Monday reelected director of the Willimantic Linen Company. The directors voted to increase the capital stock from $1,- 25O, 900 to $1, 500, ,OOO.
 Tho will of the late Morris Ketchum, of Westport, was admitted to probate recently It was made August Il, 1876, and leaves his estate, both real and personal, to trustees for the benefit of his wife and children.
 Miss Florence A. Barnes and her cousin Miss Carrie Miller, daughter of Captain Miller of Baltimore, gave an entertainment to a few friends at the Elliott House last evening. There was music, dancing and refreshments in abundance.
 Hon. Elisha Flagg and Dr. T. Beers Town send, of this city, are sojourning at KittrelIs, near Wilmington, N O., passing the time in hunting and fishing. They report woodcock and quail plenty and fish abundant.
 General Theodore A. Futile, of this city, is reported at the Florida House, St. Augustine, Fla. The General is well pleased with the climate and reports strawberries and green peas abundant. He will make trip to Texas and New Mexico before his return.
 The funeral of the late William Burr, of Greens Farms, a brother of Rev. 2. B. Burr, of Southport, who died Thursday, took place from his late residence. Deceased, who was about 70 years of age, was well known in that locality as an contemplating and farmer, and a prominent member of the Congregational church.
 MT. David Doig, well known citizen of Enfield, who has several times represented that town in the Legislature, died in New York Sunday night. His health had been poor for @ long time, and he went to New York to visit with his brother. MT. Doig was 8 man of strong character, possessing many of the peculiaritiesof the Scotch race, and was an interesting and able man.
Morning journal and courier., 1880-01-28
The Numerous Rurglaries i'm Hartford.

The Numerous Burglaries i'm Hartford.
 The non-professionala awkward burglars who have been busy in Hartford of late con tinue to be heard from, and after few more bungling operations have taken place possibly it may be considered good to make a busi- ness of searching for them by full detail of policemen in citizens dress for few nights duty. It looks as if many of the jobs were the work of the same man, who is either crazy or foolishly reckless. Certainly none of them are the operations of professionals. Besides the houses entered of which mention has been made there are reports of burglaries or at tempts at the residences of Dr. P. w. Ells- worth, Collins street, Mrs. Beardsley and w. H. Bradley, Edwards street, and A. A. Pat tons, Asylum avenue. At MT. Bradley's, Sunday night or Monday morning, $45 in money was taken. In nearly every house en- tered the traces left show conclusively that there it as much mischief as malice on the part of the burglar. When the guilty party or parties are discovered there will probably be surprise expressed that the nuisance-for 1t amounts to that-has been so long tolerat- ed.-Hartford Courant.
Morning journal and courier., 1880-01-28
Board of Health.

The Removal of Garbage-An Order
 to Annu1 the Present Contract.
 special meeting of the Board of Health was held last evening. Present, His Honor Mayor Bigelow (president ex-ofioio), Profes- sor Brewer, Drs. Lndsley. Cheney and Win chell, and MT. welch.
 The purpose of the meeting was to consid- CT the canceling of the contract between the Board and MT. Lawrence, the garbage con- tractor. --- Clerk Whedon stated that the Board were | of the opinion that the contract was not such one as it was for the interest of the Board and the city to continue, and hence it had thought best to cancel it and make new contract.
 Mayor Bigelow said it appeared to him that there was something wrong in the way the garbage was collected. He presumed that MT. Lawrence did all he was called upon to do, and did it well. Yet from the reports of the inspectors it appears that over twelve hundredE persons throw their garbage in their yards or in the streets, and this should be stopped in some way. He thought notice should be served on the garbage contractor that his contract would terminate at the end of six months, and then the Board should see | if they could not devise some plan for the more effectual removal of the garbage.
 After discussion of The matter and review of previous plans for the removal of garbage the clerk read form of notice prepared by the Corporation Counsel to be presented tc MT. Lawrence notifying him that the contrac between him and the Board of Health would be terminated at the end of six months iron | the date of notice.
 A motion to terminate the contract in ac- cordance with the instructions of the Corpora tion Counsel, passed unanimously.
 The reports of the Sanitary Inspectors fo the past two weeks were read and ordered ol fle
 The clerk stated that the officers of tn Board should be elected for the ensuing year but the matter was deferred until the mex | regular meeting. Adjourned.
Morning journal and courier., 1880-01-28
for Additional Local News See Third Page.l
LOCAL NEWS.
RrIoR Mention.

This evening, at Association Hall, Dr. Wells Williams, of Yale College, gives free lecture to young men, on "The City of Pe- king"
 There is an abundant supply of kindling wood at the yard of the Board of Associated Charities. The wood is delivered to order, without extra charge. Men out of work can get work at the yard.
 In addition to the popular Claudent Scarf advertised by Fisk. Clark FIagg in another column, their novelties in French and Eng fish Shirtings. and their celebrated Cis At lantie Gloves for gentlemen's wear have added to the fame of this house, and it may be ftly called the leading house for fine goods in New York
Morning journal and courier., 1880-01-28
ROhePk RUrTna.

This evening the New Haven Caledonian Club celebrate the 121st anniversary of the birth of Robert Burns at their rooms, Nos 13, IA and 15 Insurance Building. Rev. Dr. Barbour and Rev. MT. Ball, of the Baptist church, Fair Haven, are among the speakers. Vocal and instrumental music, recitations, etc., ., are upon the programme.
 The Scotch residents of Hartford honored the anniversary of the birth of Robert Burns by grand ball in Central Hall Monday even ing. The hall was well filled, and the dancing was kept up until the "wee sma hours" Fine celebrations were held Monday evening in New York, Brooklyn and other places
Morning journal and courier., 1880-01-28

What you will find on their counters to- day: 10 dog. Boys Linen Shirt Fronts at 5c. each.
 1850 yds. Fast Color Prints at 50. yard.
 50 yds. Black Damassee Silk soc. yard.
 1,500 yds. soc. Dress Goods at 25c.
 50 dog. Gents Oambric Shirts at Soc. and 75c, worth 75c. and $1.
 50 dog. Gents Fine White Linen Bosom Shirts at soc.
 IT dog. Boys Fine White Linen Bosom Shirts at soc.
 1000 yds. Hamburg Edgings at &c.,, &c.,, 7c., &c.,, &c.,, 1Oc.
 Fine English Waterproof Cloth at soc.
 25 dog. Gents Wool Half Hose 2Oc., worth 35c.
 Extra Heavy Canton Flannel at 1Oc. yard. B dog. Corsets at 25c., 35c., 45c., 55c., 65c., worth double.
 You will find great many other bargains by calling at our store and seeing for your selves. Remember that we are obliged to sell everything, as our store is rented and we are unable to find another store for the present. For particulars read our advertisement in this paper. F. & L. LYONS, Insurance Building.
Morning journal and courier., 1880-01-28
College Notes.

Rev. Richard Rust, of Fall River, Mass has been elected president of Wesleyan Uni versity, Cincinnati, O.
 The senior class will meet in the presidents old lecture room at p. m. to day to elect a promenade committee and officers for class day. The junior class will meet at the same time in Prof. E. s. Dana's recitation room to elect historians for class day.
 President Porter yesterday announced the following as the sophomore prize composition men: First prize, Barrow, Brewster, Kiniay, Storrs, Whitney, Worcester. Second prize, Bruce, Blumley, Burpee, Snyder, Titche
 Third prize, Holland, Abbot, Beach, French, Fries.
 The university meeting last evening was owing to the stormy weather, very poorly at tended. After the reading of the minutes of the last meeting by the secretary of the club MT. McHenry stated the object of the meet ing to be the consideration of the matter of rowing the spring races in eight cared shells instead of in six-oared barges, as is now the custom. To Mir. McHenry's call for an expression of opinion from the boating men of the various classes, Mir. Innis, captain of the senior crew, responded, objecting to the proposed change, first, for lack of material to fill an eight oar; second, from the additional expense which the classes would have to bear. MT. Fuller, of the University crew, also thought that the expense of buying new boats was one that the classes could not now bear, and that the old shells in the boat house were not fit for use even by class crews. He also re- ferred to Harvard's success in eight-oars as by no means assured, ,as it was yet only an exper- iment. MT. McHenry then m ade some re- marks in favor of the proposed change, in which he very clearly pointed out the necessi- ty of having but one style of rowing in col lege, and also the fact that race rowed in eights would be much more satisfactory and sity boat.
 Capt. Rogers also favored the new plan, as it was evident that two systems of rowing could not live side by side and give the college success in it's annual contests with Har- yard. It was absolutelynecessary to have men in training for future service in the University boat, and with the present system the men taken from the class crews were practically new men. He stated that there were four shells at the boat house, the cost of refittinR which would be about $72 per boat. MT. Rogers closed his remarks by an urgent ap- peal for subscriptions to the crew. In con- sideration of the small number present 1t was concluded to refer the matter to the various classes.
 A letter from Mir. Hotchkiss was read pre- senting to the boat club an antique chair made from timbers taken from South Middle. A vote of thanks was given to Mir. Hotchkiss for this valuable gift MT. Berens, chairman of the athletic committee, then took the chair and stated that it would be necessary for the college to form an association if represen- tatives were to be sent to Mott Haven this winter. After considerable discussion mo- tion was adopted authorizing the committee to draft a constitution to be submitted to the university at their earliest convenience.
Morning journal and courier., 1880-01-28
A EaaaI Accihant

A strange accident occurred at Winnipauk, a few nights ago, resulting in the death of a young man named James Ross, aged p years. He was sitting up reading by the light of a kerosene lamp after the family had retired. Just how the accident occurred is not known, but his father heard his cries and rushing into the room found his clothing in flames, and the lamp broken. He was so badly burned that the doctors who were summoned could give no encouragement. He died the next dsy.-NorwaIk Gazette.
Morning journal and courier., 1880-01-28
Connections Men i'm Washing ton.

 Byington, in his Washington letter to the Gazette of this week, dated January %, says : The city of New Haven, with wise forethought, has sent on a committee, consisting of ex- Mayor Lewis, Postmaster Sperry and Cap tain Townsend, to look after their harbor ap- propriation. The result will be an intelligent and adequate appropriation.
 Ex-Congressman and ex-United States Commissioner of Patents and ex-Railroad President William D. Bishop and wife are at Willards, expecting to remain a month. Quite Q number of delegates are here looking after proposed changes in the tarif.
 Mrs. Julia D. Smith Parker, of Glastonbury, the aged woman's rights reformer, Is here ac- companied by Elizabeth 0. Champion, of Connecticut, as delegates to the National Woman's Convention.
 President Porter, of Yale, is here and the guest of Rev. Peter Parker.
 MT. and Mrs. J. M. Allen and Mr. and Mrs. Brainerd, of Hartford, are here. Ex- Senator Barnum is hourly expected in the interests of the National Democratic Commit tee.
Morning journal and courier., 1880-01-28
A New Firm i'm an Old Business.


 A business change on Chapel street of in terest is that of copartnership between Messrs. E. A. Gessner and Louis Hotchkiss, both well-known gentlemen and highly re- spected. They have bought out Apothecaries' Hall, so long one of the institutions of New Haven, where the drug business has been conducted for period of time dating back fully sixty years, and which is known all over the State and in other States. The partner ship covers also the drug business conducted by Captain Gessner in the Elliott House building, which the firm will continue in con- nection with their business at Apothecaries' Hall MT. Geesner is well known as both 8 competent druggist and chemist and thor oughly conversant with the business in all it's departments, and the new firm will doubtless find great favor with the public and receive liberal share of patronage.
Morning journal and courier., 1880-01-28
Hartford People.

Allyn s. Stillman, so long Hartford's First Selectman, is dangerously lL He had a council of doctors Monday. Yesterday he was failing and was not expected to live.
 Mr. J. N. Niles, who was stricken by 8 slight paralytic shock few days ago, is much better and will soon be about again.
 As to the late shooting case, young Dr. Hawley is improving, and Webster is already around attending to his business. Mrs. Web- ster is still ia New Jersey.
Morning journal and courier., 1880-01-28
St. Francis, Orphan Asylum.

The annual meeting of the members of the Si. Francis Orphan Asylum was held Monday evening at the residence of Rev. Father Mul- holland in Fair Haven. The Rt. Rev. Bishop McMahon was present and presided. There was full meeting of the corporation. The treasurer, Hon. Charles Atwater, submitted his report for the past year. The report showed that all current expenses for the past year were paid, and reduction on the stand ing debt of the asylum of nearly $4, 900 had been effected. The institution at present contains 13O children. The annual donation to the orphans short while ago amounted to $1, 400.
Morning journal and courier., 1880-01-28
Presentation

Landlord Crane, of the Elliott House, was surprised last evening by delegation from Roger Sherman Lodge, Knights of Honor, who called to present him with token of their regard and esteem for his faithful ser vices as treasurer of the lodge. MT. Robert D. Leidlaw, Dictator of the lodge, in behalf of the members, presented to MT. Crane a very beautiful watch seal or charm, emblem atic of the order with which MT. Crane is hon. orably connected. After brief addresses Land lord Crane rendered his brethren his compli- ments in the way of ample refreshments, which were heartily enjoyed. The occasion was 8 most enioYabla one to all concerned
Morning journal and courier., 1880-01-28
Miss Georgia Cayvan i'm Farmtnrten,

Miss Georgia Cayvan i'm Pennington.
 The friends of village improvements in Pennington secured the services of Miss Geor- gia Cayvan, the popular reader, for an en. tertainment last Saturday evening. She was already well known to many of her audiencs, having given previous readings to select audi ences by invitation of Miss Porter, and was given a very hearty welcome. Although this was her ninety ninth appearance on the plat form this season, she was as sparkling and radiant as though it were her first, and her voice showed the same marvellous sweetness, fullness, purity and fexibility as ever.
Morning journal and courier., 1880-01-28

A gsrgle for sore throat may temporarily relieve the surface irritability of the upper throat passages, but Roberts Syrup of Tar, Boneset and Wild Cherry soothes and heals, by it's balsamic properties, lubricating the bronchial tubes and giving comfort, especially at night The hard, clinging phlegm is thechest are cured by this popular remedy for the ills brought on by a cold. Sample bottle ten cents.
Morning journal and courier., 1880-01-28
Beautiful Specimens.

Some beautiful specimens of lead and silver ore with crystals were shown us yesterday by Mir. J. Burton Hine, of this city. They were sent to him by the agent of the Bull Domingo Mining Company, at Silver Cliff, Colorado, the president of which is ex-Senator William H. Barnum, of this State. Some of the stock of the organization is owned in this city.
Morning journal and courier., 1880-01-28
sylvanus shelley's Death.

MiSsing-MadisOn Church Bells TOled
 to summon tue People to Ghe Search
 Pound LiEelcss in the Woods.
 Sylvanus Shelley, hale, vigorous old man of 80, residing in Madison and owner of a large tract of wood land numbering several hundred acres in the town, did not return home at supper time Monday. He had been out in his wood land most of the day with his two sons, s. Arthur and Austin, engaged in cutting branches and twigs, or timber for baskets. The three went in cart in which timber was to be taken home. After one load of wood had been piled in the cart Arthur Scranton started for home. leaving Austin Scranton and MT. Shelley in the woods. Austin busted himself chopping and MT. Shelley went with his axe in hand into the thicket. Before doing so he divested himself of his two coats. When Arthur Scranton re- turned home it was noticed that the old gen. tleman was missing. It was supposed by the Scrantons, who are young men not over 20 years of age, that he had started for home or that he was all right at any event, he knowing the country about thoroughly. An other load of wood was taken down to the village, and as he did not then appear it be- came evident to the young men that it was time to begin to look for him. The fact that his two coats had not been taken away indi- cated that he had not gone home, and indeed that fact was found out at the house. Get ting several men, search was begun, which was kept up unavailingly until dark. The news having rapidly spread many more joined in the search, but all was unavailing. hav1 at rvOrk ol1 ninhf the morning at o'clock the village church bell was rung to call the people together. The whole town almost turned out and 100 able bodied men were soon engaged in the search. Every one who had 8 team took some one or more to the woods and the village was almost deserted. The search was made systematically by organized squads. At about o'clock the worst fears were realized. The body of MT. Shelley was found in 8 swampy spot lying on his back His axe was close by. He had cut of sapling and the indications were that he
 had been dragging it backward out of the swamp, and was tripped up by tree root or | other obstacle and fell backward. The sap- ling lay upon him. It was thought that the deceased might have been alive for several hours after his fall. The opinion was that the
 fall mad stunned him, and with his age had
 proved fatal. There were no marks of vio-
 lence. woodcutter who was at work in the
 vicinity on Monday afternoon thought he heard cries or groans and spoke of it to Arthur who
 was some ways of, but he had heard nothing.
 A jury of inquest was impanneled and heard | the evidence of Mr. Redield and examined the | body. They then adjourned till evening to await the result of post-mortem.
Morning journal and courier., 1880-01-28
Copying Pads.

A very inexpensive and very serviceable copying pad, which has come into quite gen eral use and approval, can be had of MT. O. A. Frost, No. 1O2 Lloyd street, Fair Haven. The cost is: for letter size, $1.75; for note size, $1.25. MT. Frost, upon receipt of or ders by postal card, will deliver the article. They are very convenient to all merchants, grocers, etc., and commend themselves as a good article.
Morning journal and courier., 1880-01-28
Wa are stronolu disnosed to rensrd that ID

We are strongly disposed to regard that per son as the best physician who does most to alleviate human suffering. Judged from this standard Mrs. Lydia E. Pinkham, 233 Western avenue, Lynn, Mass, is entitled to the front rank, for her Vegetable Compound is daily working wonderful cures in female diseases. Send for circulars to the above address.
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Morning journal and courier., 1880-01-28

A frst-class stock at the Hub Clothing House. Every coat must be sold. and they gre marked at prices that will surely close them out.
Morning journal and courier., 1880-01-28
wednesday Morning. Jan. 2s, 1880.
Nsw ADnER71sENEN1s TO-DAY.

Again victorious-PerfectedB Butter Color. Blue Pants-Hub Clothing House. Business Opening-Geo. A. Isben Books-F. T. Jarman. Oopartnershtp-E A. Gessner Go. Copying Pads-C. A. Frost. Dr. Bulls Cough Syrup-At Druggists. Flour and GroceriPs-Andrew Goodman For Rent-Store-F. A. Gilbert. For Rent-Ofhces-John Norman. For SaIe-Saloon-E. A. Babcock. For gale-Stocks-Bunnell Scranton. Great Sale-F. & L. Lyons. Humpty- -Dumpty-Grs Opera House. Lydia E. Pinkhsm-Vegetable Compound. Overcoats-Hub Clothing House. Perfected Butter Color-Welle, Richardson Co, Probate Notice-Estate of George M. Hale. Vegetable Compound-Lydia E. Pinkham. wsnted-Place as Pharmacist-' Enterprise" wanted-Boy-P. O. Box 1169. wauted-Situation-3 Orange Street. Wanted-Situattous-146 Wallace Street.