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Morning journal and courier., 1880-12-03
Artistic.

VI. We have number of unusually fine things in Tidies. Lace Tidies, Antique ri dies, Embroidered Tidies on cotton and linen beautifully worked. Hand d-embroidered Iii dies on linen, heavily trimmed with antique lace. These are very choice.
 A New Idea.
 VII. A corset without clasps, without la ces, that can be put on and fixed in half a minute, that fits well and is comfortable. This is a novelty all ladies should at least sEE Ask for the Belt Corset.
 Our Stronghold.
 VIII We repeat that we have Black Silks cheaper just now than ever before. We all ways make this our leading line, and when we can buy cheap we give our customers the advantage. We mean to keep where we are in the Silk trade of this section, that is ahead of all competitors Surah Silk, Satin de Lyon, Colored Silks, Satins in all desirable shades, Silk velvets very cheap.
 Ribbons and Laces.
 TX. Again we have to announce additions to this stock of Antique Laces, Imitation An tique, Point de Nemours, Mirecourt, Point de Bruxelles, Point d Aleneon, and Spanish lace goods Null Ties, Lace Scarfs. We have some bargains in fancy Ribbons. Our stock of Ribbons contains all the shades required to match the fashionable Dress Goods.
 A Sound Inference.
 X. Our Blankets are selling so rapidly that we infer that people must have found out they can buy best in our store.
 Reasonable.
 XI. We have added considerably to our stock of Shawls of all kinds. We invite in- spection of the new goods.
 Looking Ahead.
 XII. We are busy getting together rare collection of fine things for the holiday trade. We shall give particulars in due time.
Morning journal and courier., 1880-12-03
ODD AND UNEVEN.

A great many men are cottage built; they have but one story. And they are forever telling it.
 'Our rooms are small,' said she, ''but l live in my husband.'' ''Yes,' said her friend, q see you live in a flat
 Irritable Schoolmaster-'N then, stu pid, what's that next word What comes after cheese ?'' Dull boy-''A mouse, sir"
 At the height of hot discussion between two Jews one cried: Goodness! :! don't eat mel" ''Indeed,' said the other, 'tmy relig- ion forbids. !"
 There is young lady in Camden town so refined in her language that she never uses the word ''blackguard," but substitutes ''Af- rican sentinel"
 It is said that elders sweetest when it's strawed through the bung, and the stolen kiss is richest when the maiden's head is hung. B6oOmingtOn Eye
 q have been present at many religious awakenings,' ) said the fly, as he passed from one bald spot to another in a neighboring pew-LotttsUilEe Courier Journal
 They now talk of having the Bernhardt visit Cincinnati. She Is, arriving there, to take drive about the city and remark !: 'sMon Dieu! Zis ees so mooch like Paris !! as eef was at home !'' and then the price of tickets will be showed up to 1925.
 A man went into hat store yesterday and had his silk hat blocked. After it was fin- ished he stood as if expecting something. The store keeper said, ''What you waiting for ?" Fifty cents,'' was the reply. ''Your sign outside says Hats blocked while you wait for fifty cents.' "-Neao York Tribune.
 A receipt for making soup-Take pail of water and wash it clean, then boil it till 1t is brown on both sides; pour in one bean :; when the bean begins to worry prepare to simmer. If soup won't simmer it's too rich j; pour in more water; dry the water with a towel before you put it in :; the dryer the wa ter the sooner it browns. Serve hot.
 A boy, in urging his father, for whom he was clerk, to join in the .'early closing movement" was sharply rebuffed, where upon he said: 'sI wouldn't be like rat in a trap, anyhow !" "What do you mean by that?" demanded his father. T mean, answered the son, ''that rat in trap is always op- posed to the early closing movement
Morning journal and courier., 1880-12-03
EDITORIAL NOTES.

The Georgia Legislature has passed reso- lution approving the proposition for the dis tribution of an education fund among the States upon the basis of illiteracy, but de- manding that the fund be disposed of under the laws of the several States
Morning journal and courier., 1880-12-03
Signs of a New South.
From the Springfield Republican.

From the Spr1ngneld hepuDIlchnl
 The small farmer who is breaking the old plantations into small holdings of from five to fifty acres is the ''coming man" at the South He not only represents the honor which labor has acquired, but exists as ne- cessity, because it has been found impossible to continue the wide old plantation and it's spend thrift habits. Ben Hill, of Georgia, is said to have spent $1oO, 900 in losing attempt to keep up the old regime, and many others without fat fees or outside assistance have become bankrupt in the same effort. Georgia added 21 32O to the number of her small farms between 1860 and 1870, and the change is now going on still more rapidly. Com missioner of Agriculture Henderson says that there are twice as many men in the State who own small farms than there were five or six years ago, and even the big places are divided and farmed out between different tenants. This growth of small proprietors is not con fined to the negroes either, for the 'tpoor white" has invaded the hill country with his cotton fields, and every year sees more of the great staple raised by white labor upon the few acres of it's own This is a radical revo- Iution in the Souths method of doing busi- mess, and it insures the ultimate occupation of her thousands of untitled acres. The i'm migrant objects to working for wages with gangs of colored men, but is always eager to snatch up accessible land at low prices. The markets of the country are every year grow ing nearer the South, and as the cheap lands of the West recede, the immigrant will ind it out,
Morning journal and courier., 1880-12-03
"DoIIarof the Daddfes.,,

From the St. Louis Globe -Democrat.l The following incident ought to have al ready occurred in some of our public schools: Teacher. Class in arithmetic fall in. The boys fall in.
 Teacher. Now, boys, what is this I have in my hand ?
 All the boys. It's dollar.
 Teacher. Yes; it's legal tender dollar. It is called the dollar of our fathers. How much silver does it contain?
 Small boy. 4124 grains.
 Teacher That's right. Now what do you call this It is also silver dollar, but what is it called?
 Small boy (after examination). It's a trade dollar.
 Teacher. That's right. How much silver does it contain?
 Small boy. 42O grains.
 Teacher. How much is it worth? No answer from the boys.
 Teacher. We'll, is it worth 90 cents All the boys. It is worth 90 cents. Teacher. Now, boys, tell me why it is that the dollar containing 4124 grains of silver is worth 100 cents, while the dollar containing 42O grains is worth only 90 cents. Head of class. Damfno.
 Teacher. The class is dismissed.
Morning journal and courier., 1880-12-03
How He Popped the Question.

A London newspaper tells curious story about gentleman who proposed at dinner m party to the lady who is now his wife lie had been lover for some time, but never quite persuaded himself to pop the question During the dinner he learned from the per son sitting next him that rival intended that evening making an attack on his Dulcinea's heart. She was sitting at some distance from him at the table, and the rival was at her side. He was equal to the emergency, how booIr he wrote upon it: ''Win you be my wife? Write your answer, yes or no upon this paper, and return it to me-" Calling the waiter. the ingenious lover sent the misslye to t.the Iadv in blue at the head of the table be very careful, The servant did as di- rected. but the lover in his anxiety forgot to send his pencil. The lady had presence or mind however, and, tucking the note into her bosom said to the waiter ''fel the gentleman yes."
Morning journal and courier., 1880-12-03
Mems, from ]. N. Adam < to.
Unusual at this Season


 I. Sweeping reductions on 8 large quanti- ty of Dress Goods. These have been put into three lots at 25c, 5Oc and 75c. In the 75c lot are some immense bargains, and all are away far below their market value
 Very Acceptable Bargains. II. We have had all this season the best and cheapest lot of CLOAKINGS in the city. We have just gone through them, and re- lot of splendid bargains for those wanting material for misses and chiIdren's cloaks, jackets or overcoats.
 Important.
 III. We have just closed out an import CTS stock of C1oaks at very large reduc- ton. They are all very superior garments, of this seasons importation from Europe, in the latest styles, and beautifully gotten up. It is pretty large lot and we want to run them of if possible before Christmas. We have therefore been careful to mark them with prices which we think will ensure that end Since we opened them on Friday we have made good progress. and ladies desiring to secure garments of superior style at prices less than are charged for ordinary domestic goods, should come soon, before the best pat terms are gone.
 What is Wanted.
 W. Our stock of Knitted Goods for la dies and children is now full and varied. Jackets, Hoods, Nubias, Clouds, Fascinators, Mitts, Leggins, &c.
 Good Trade.
 V. We are doing very brisk trade in La dies' and Children's Underwear. The reason undoubtedly is that we have better stock and charge less than other dealers The pub lie very soon find out where the best value is'
Morning journal and courier., 1880-12-03

The Hartford Post says: ''The canvass for the speakership of the Connecticut House of Representatives is substantially closed, as it is now generally conceded that William c. Case, of Granby, will receive the nomination in the Republican caucus on the first ballot. He will make an excellent presiding officer, as he possesses quick apprehension, is a good parliamentarian, and has thorough knowl edge of legislative affairs. With ex-Speaker Harrison, John M. Hall, Charles B. Mitchell, John L. Houston, D. B. Booth, John H. Perry, and other experienced legislators and debaters the Republican side will be well fortified upon the floor in every discussion. There are also number of good takers and gentlemen familiar with legislative business among the Democratic members, and during the session many interesting debates may be expected D
Morning journal and courier., 1880-12-03

The New York Board of Health has caused the examination of one hundred and fifty-one private dwelling houses in twenty-one differ ent neighborhoods, with the result of finding defective plumbing almost everywhere, the ordinances being nominally complied with usually, as to number of traps, etc., but not in respect to size nor quality Similar re- ports are made as to soil pipes and sewerage. No wonder diphtheria and other filth dis eases are so destructive in New York city.
Morning journal and courier., 1880-12-03

There is at least one good word in the re- port of the proceedings of the State Board of Canvassers of South Carolina in regard to the vote for Sheriff in Williamsburg. The report says there was some 'exclusiYeness'' in the count of the votes for the Republican candi- date
Morning journal and courier., 1880-10-06
West Haven.

John G. Cox, about forty years of age, a member of Admiral Foote Post, G. A. R., and employed at the Mathushek piano shops, died suddenly Tuesday morning. He was feeling badly and started for the doctor be- fore going to work. He had gone but a short distance before he returned and ex- pired almost the minute he reached his room. His sudden death caused much surprise to his friends and family. He leaves wife and two children, who have the sympathy of many friends in their bereavement. He was much esteemed.
 Hancock company of foot and one of horse have been organized. They have a pa rade tomorrow (Thursday) evening, and considerable interest prevails to see the show. Two Milford companies are expected over.
Morning journal and courier., 1880-10-06
Masonic Insurance.

The annual meeting of the Masonic Protec- tive society of this city occurred last evening in the Masonic Temple. A good number of it's members and their friends were present, including the ladies. Vice President Julius Twiss presided and opened the meeting with an address of welcome to those present, and of advice as to the most successful mode of accomplishing the greatest amount of good in the society during the coming year The secretary, w. A. Beers, made a report of the doings of the society during the past year, from which it was ascertained that their f. nances are in very satisfactory condition, and that there has been but one death in the association since it's organization three years ago, notable circumstance. Rev. Alonzo G. Shears delivered very earnest and inter esting address, giving the most tangible req sons why the members of the fraternity should become interested in the future growth of the society, and wildly pictured the last address was followed by interesting and in- ident of the Masonic Mutual Benefit Associa-s tion of this city, and others. After the ladies had been especially invited to be present at the next annual meeting and the proceedings of the evening ordered published in pamphlet form for distribution, the meeting adjourned The next meeting of the board of directors for admission of new members will be on the fourth Wednesday evening in this month.
Morning journal and courier., 1880-10-06
ARriIIfant Wedding.

The First Methodist Episcopal churck was the scene of brilliant wedding ceremony yesterday noon. Long before the hour ap- pointed the church was filled with fir tends of the bride and groom and their respective families, and the audience comprised many of our most distinguished men in the world of letters and the professions generally, and in other prominent walks of life; also large number of our leading ladies, also friends from Baltimore, New Orleans, New York, Brooklyn, Pittsfeld, Northampton and other places A fashionable and beautiful scene was presented. The bride was Miss May Allen, daughter of Heman B. Allen, Esq; the groom Mir. William E. Gard, rising young lawyer of Baltimore and graduate of the Sheffield Scientific School, class of TT. The church looked very beautifuLin it's wedding decorations profusely and lavishly adorned with some of the choicest of flowers and foliage plants that our gardens and conserva- tories afford, while beautifully laden hanging baskets depended from the gallery fronts. The bridesmaids were Miss Caro- Allen, sister of the bride; Miss lone Gard sister of the groom; Miss Margaret Whitney, daughter of Prof. w. D. Whitney of Yale, and Miss Lot tie Fisher, daughter of Prof. George Fisher of Yale. The ushers were James F. Allen, brother of the bride; Mir. Levi Shoemaker, MT. w. I. Badger and H. B. Platt, all of the class of '82 Yale. pr. Gustav Stoeckel of the Battell chapel, Yale presided at the organ with his usual taste and skill The process sion to, arrival at and departure from the altar very attractive feature of the oc- casion. The church was pleasantly illumina- ted by a subdued light from the burners in the ceiling, the effect being unique and pleas Ing. The walk from the curb to the center door of the edifce was canopied and carpeted
 A reception was given at the house of the bride immediately after the service, which was attended largely by the immediate relatives of the two families, the classmates and professors of MT. Gard while in college, and the immediate neighbors of the family. Among the guests at the reception were ex- President Woolsey, Rev.. Dr. Leonard Ba- con, Rev. B. M. Adams, Rev. Dr. Samuel Harris, Rev. Thos R. Bacon; Pr ofessors W. D. Whitney, Wm. H. Brewer, Cyrus Nor throp, Wm. G. Mixter; the grandfather of the bride, 0. J. Allen, Esq, S6 years of age; J. Frank Supplee, Esq, of Baltimore. and P. Riddell, Esq, lawyer ofxxNew Orleans, (who was married to a niece of Mir. Aliens one week since in St. Paul's church. The cos- tunes of many of the ladies were very elabo- rate.
 The presents to the bride were profuse and many of them elegant and valuable
 The bridal party left on the s:35 D. m. train for New York. Quite number of their | guests were present at the train to see them of, and they left with the hearty good will l and kind wishes for their future of the hun dreds of admiring and attached friends they leave behind
Morning journal and courier., 1880-10-06
PnI6po Notes

Mary Mcclure, who is well known to the police authorities, was arrested yesterday af- ternoon for stealing a quantity of pig and scrap iron in weight about 800 pounds.
 William Burns, an old offender, was ar rested last evening for drunkenness and re- sistance to the officer that arrested him. He will probably go back to jail
 William B. Tomlinson was arrested last evening for an assault on Edward St. John, a hack driver
 A colored boy named Edward King Free man, only seven years of age, was brought to the station house last evening and locked up. He was found sleeping on the door steps of store on State street. It is said that he runs away from home whenever an opportunity presents itself.
Morning journal and courier., 1880-10-06
Burglary in Bridgeport.

Over s2, 1000 Secured and SIS, ,OOO Missed.
 A burglar entered the room occupied by Edward c. Bassick, at the Atlantic Hotel, Bridgeport, Monday night, and stole dia- monds and jewelry to the value of over $2, GOO. Bassick is from Belfast, Me, and arrived from New York the day before. He recently purchased 8 place in Bridgeport, and Monday drew from the bank $11, 900. Besides this amount he had a little over ST. 900 in cash, all of which was in his vest pocket; together with watch and chain. These he put under his pillow and they were not touched. The burglars entered the room by turning the key with nippers. It is sup posed that Bassick was followed from New York Monday by the burglars. stranger registered at the hotel last night J. M. Cronan, from New York. He occupied 8 room next to Bassick. In the morning Cro- nan could not be found, and it is supposed he took the owl train for New York.
Morning journal and courier., 1880-10-06
Police Commissioners.

The regular monthly meeting of the Board of Police Commissioners was held last even ing. There was a full Board present, Com missioner Gilbert presiding.
 Bills were approved as follows: Pay roll, $6,3145S; miscellaneous, $85. 98.
 Officers James Boucher and Terrence Clan cey were before the Board on charges pre- ferred by the Chief, Boucher being charged with gross neglect of duty and Clancy with simple neglect of duty. The evidence went to show that Officer Boucher had smoked on his beat, had gone off his beat to talk with Officer Clancey and had rested for half an hour at time while patrolling his beat.
 The evidence against Officer Clancy was that he had stopped to talk with Officer Boucher while on duty.
 After hearing the evidence the Board went into executive session, and when the doors were opened they announced their verdict" as follows:
 Officer Boucher is found guilty and he is fined ten days pay.
 The charges against Officer Clancey were found to be not sustained. Adjourned
Morning journal and courier., 1880-10-06
LOCAL NEWS.

[For Additional Local News see Sd and 4th Pagos.l
Morning journal and courier., 1880-10-06

We shall inaugurate special of Dry Goods eve ry week, commencing Monday, October 4, contin- utng the whole season. Our stock is simply immense in every department comprising the grandest and most beautiful selections of the latest designs novelties in French, German and American Dress Goods, and Silks, Satins, Brocade Satns and Silks Velvets and Shawls of the finest quality patterns The latest designs in English Walking Jackets Coaks Dolmans and Listers. Our Millinery Stock is com pete in every particular with all the French Novel; ties in Flowers Feathers and Ribbons, prices on all these goods marked down lower than anybody else possibly sell them.
Morning journal and courier., 1880-10-06
Brief Mention.

Brief Mention.
 Julius Twiss speaks in Montowese Monday evening next.
 The Branford fair yesterday was post poned on account of the weather, until to- day.
 John Moodey was caught between two cars at Hartford Monday. One leg had to be am putated.
 The annual meeting of the Young Men $ Institute takes place this evening. The public are invited.
 The Fourth Senatorial district convention will be held at Tyler's Hall in this city next Tuesday at II a. m.
 The body of Albert Lewis, drowned on Q fishing excursion in Bridgeport harbor, was recovered Monday evening.
 The Bigelow Glee club will sing at the Atheneum meeting this evening also at the Fair Haven rally tomorrow evening.
 The Garfield and Arthur club of the Eleventh and Twelfth wards will hold meet ing at Barnes Hall this Wednesday evening at 7:30.
 Dr. Banning, ST., delivered another inter esting lecture to ladies last evening in Loomis' Temple of Music. By particular request he has consented to deliver lecture to gentle men at an early day.
 A stranger threw himself in front of the 1O:4O Shore Line train from this city yester- day at the ferry at Connecticut river. He was knocked one side and but little hurt. He belonged in Block Island.
 Bridgeport had large Republican meeting Monday evening, addressed by Joseph R. Hawley. It rained, but the house was crowd ed to overfowing. Hon. Amos Treat pre- sided and the glee club sang.
 The Odd Fellow encampments are busy preparing for the visit to Springfield to Aga wam Encampment. Sassacus Encampment has drill this evening under Colonel Bacon, and will also make final arrangements for their Springfield visit
 The golden wedding of ex-Judge Origen S. Seymour was celebrated yesterday. The hon ored ex-Chief Justice was visited by host of leading men in the State and ladies of note in social circles A sumptuous repast was provided at about p. m, served by Red cliffe, of this city.
 A reception will be given to Rev. Dr. Stifer, pastor of the First Baptist church, this even- ing It is annual custom. It will take place in the lecture room and parlors of the church. There will be singing and speaking and a social time. The ladies commenced decorating the church last evening for the occasion Music will be furnished by Prof Fowler.
 The crypt at Center church was closed last Saturday for the season. Since the opening of the crypt to the public, Q year or so ago, very large number have visited this historical memorial spot, hallowed as the resting place of many of New Haven's dead of period far back in colonial times. We find upon investigation that the number of visitors is five thousand six hundred Four hundred persons visited it during last Commencement.
Morning journal and courier., 1880-10-06
The Town Elections.

More Republican Gains Reported. As the returns from the town elections continue to come in the Republican gains are seen to be very handsome as compared with 1876 and also as compared with 1879. One hundred and thirty nine towns have thus far been heard from. Of these s1 are Republ- can, 42 are Democratic and 16 are divided, showing gain of 26 towns for the Republi- cans and for the Democrats. Of the divided towns the Republicans gain IA and the Demo crats g. The returns of the vote on the con- stitutional amendment continue to show about three to one in favor of the amend ment