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The Dallas daily herald. [volume] (Dallas, Tex.) 1873-1887, 1881-08-30
VOTE FOR
THORP'S SPRINGS

For the main Uni rsity of Texas withou
the Med department.
Three stone- built Colleges have been planted
here, remote from cities like the University OF
North Carolina, upon clean, graveiiy soil,
near 'sprlngs of pure cold water;" amid fine
scenery, and "a,der, peace and progress have
marked their career" Til IS can sti progress
and benent the State University, We d. pot
offer TO give them away, but We will give 1850
acres ofland upoa which to situate the Unit
CITIZENS OF HOOD.
Morning journal and courier., 1881-11-30
AConvict,s Letter.
Re-Sentenced to the Gallows-Letter t
 His Father. q Life Pr1sOner.

Re.Sentenced to the Gallows-Letter to
 His Father, a Life Prisoner.
 Below is letter written by young Abbott, 20 years old, who has been re-sentenced to be hanged at Elmira, N. Y. His crime was con- mitted in the heat of passion. He had some hot words with fellow convict, and in fit of sudden anger threw hammer or some similar weapon at him, which killed him. His efforts for new trial having failed, there was nothing left but re-sentence. On being asked if he had anythingto say why sentence should not be pronounced, he merely re- quested that the time be extended as long as possible, that he might have time to prepare for his end. Justice Learned, briefly allud- ing to the facts above set forth. concluded by sentencing Abbott to be hanged on the 9th of January, between 10 @. m. and 2 p. m., and remanding him to the custody of the sheriff of Chemung county 4hntil execution is done
 The letter above spoken of was lately writ ten by the youthful murderer to his father, J.. Abbott, who is serving life sentence in the Connecticut State prison for the murder of Bronson in West Haven:
 ELMrRA, N. Y., November 22, 1881. Dear Father:
 take the pleasure or Wr1Slng to you dgaln Since wrote you last have been re-sen- fenced. I left Elmira last Wednesday night for Albany, and reached there Thursday l morning. The day now set for my execution | is January 9th. That is week longer than I expected, and three longer than was cer- | tain of. The district attorney has not shown l desire to do more than his duty, and it was at his request the court gave seven weeks. | That is short time but the law permits of | but eight weeks at the most. I enjoyed my | trip; but if it was taken under different cir ! cumstances believe would have enjoyed it | more My counsel is busily employed pre- pairing the petition Mother will be out ! here, so G.. wrote. I have not heard from | him or l.. since wrote to you last. ex- | pect to hear from L.. soon. I thought he would be in Albany; he said he would. l | am very sorry you troubled with the rheumatism. You said in your letter that | you worked in the drying room; that must be good warm place. I thought was bap- \ tized in Bridgeport. I do not know as it | makes any particular difference, though the minister who visits me merely wished to get a certificate of baptism so to insure me
 burial in Christian cemetery; but he says he can write to Dr. Bingham, of Waterbury, and make that all right I will write again I soon, so for the present goodbye.
 1 Your affectionate son,
 | JosEPEI ARRoTT
Morning journal and courier., 1881-11-30
Historical.

At recent meeting of the New London Historical society the society listened to the annual address which was delivered by W. c. Ford. His subject was Benedict Arnold The IeGegrGna says
 The main point of the address was refer ence to Arnold's mother, who was noted for patience, piety and virtue, and who, had she lived, might have changed the current of her sons life. Arnold's father. who was also named Benedict came to Norwich from Rhode Island, and after gaining 8 competence tered business, where he lost his money, his transactions being of that nature which soon causes loss of patronage. In his youth Arnold was of violent, aggressive disposi- tion, needless of commands, and exceedingly cruel in his sports It is said that he received a good education, and while he never showed any literary proficiency he was undoubtedly a shrewd and capable man.
 Mir. Ford brought with him, as illustra- tions, many autograph letters of Arnold, and several other mementoes, among them his ''time or tune book" From these letters it appears that Arnold was in lFlorida when the Boston massacre occurred, and that he WAS 2 hearty supporter of the colonial resistance to taxation from it's inception. His business had made him comparatively rich, and he was prompt in the use of his own money for the benefit of enterprises that would benefit the colonies. His revolutionary history was but briefly touched, the orator saying that it was too well known to need comment or il1ustra- ton.
 Coming at this period, when the centennial has made Arnold and his career matter of much interest to us, MT. Ford's address was an entertaining and timely discourse, and was listened to by an appreciative audience.
Morning journal and courier., 1881-11-30

An Important Report by Judge Morris.
 The report of Hon. Luzon B. Morris as committee of the Superior Court on the ap- peals of the New York, New Haven and Hart ford road and the Housatonic road, from the award of benefits and damages arising from the extension of Wall street, Bridgeport, has just been made. He finds in favor of the city and against the railroad companies upon all the points at issue. The companies want ed to have $20, ,OOO or $25,o capitalized by the city for the purpose of yielding them an income sufficient to pay for the alleged dam ages they would undergo from the extension of the street. MT. Morris finds, however, thai the damages and benefits are equal, agreeing therein with the assessment com mittee of the Common Council. There is another report on the Housatonic railroad appeal, but the findings are precisely the same. The result is important to the rail road companies, as they have similar cases pending in New Haven and elsewhere. The report will have to go to the Superior Court, which will doubtless confirm it.
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Heading Matter on Every Page.
LOCAL NEWS.
RrfeF Mention .

RrteF Mention.
 The Republican Town committee meet this evening at room ,, Lefhngwen building.
 The Democrats have their convention to nominate town officers tomorrow evening In the Temple.
 The barge Arizona, sunk of SaVin Rock two weeks ago, was raised yesterday and brought into port.
 The ponds were thinly coated with ice yes terday morning Dandelions were picked Tn Bridgeport Sunday.
 The Board of Public Works will hold their regular meeting this evening to approve ollls and transact regular business. The Veteran Firemen's association will hold an important meeting in rooms 10 and Il City Hall to- morrow evening
 George Childs, a Norwich merchent died in San Francisco Sunday, whither he went six weeks ago to purchase wool He was 56 years old.
 Edward Banks. of Bedding, is wintering 15 camels and 21 ponies belonging to the Bar num-London show Other of the show horses are being wintered by farmers in that section.
 The Republican Town convention for the nomination of town officers will be held at room No. 3, Insurance building, tomorrow evening at 73O o'clock. Delegates will find the call in our advertising columns. . The annual meeting of the New Haven Aid society for the choice of, officers and to pre- sent the annual report will be held this Wednesday, evening at 7:30 o'clock at the North church chapel on Temple street.
 Dr. Greasy, the veterinary surgeon, will . deliver to day at the medical college the first of a series of lectures, (by invitation), before the Yale medical department, upon the dis eases of animals which are communicable to man.
 Mayor Robertson is much annoyed by per sons sending him anonymous letters in re- gard to the wholesale opening and exeava- tion of streets, over which he has no control. All complaints should be made to the Board of Public Works, but not ny anonymous communications.
 A long coal train on the New York and New England railroad was thrown from the track by misplaced switch near Burnside Monday night The caboose was upset and set on fire by the stove inside. It was entirely con- sumed, together with the clothing of the vorkmen of the train One coal car which could not be pulled away from the caboose was also burned.
Morning journal and courier., 1881-11-30
The Asphalt Street Pavement.

Yesterday, according to announcement, was the advent of the new street pavement in front of Peck's Grand Opera House. Early in the forenoon Major P. Maher was present-on hand for inspection duty. MT. Smedley carted the blocks, and MT. Pohl- man, the Grown street contractor. and his men were ready for and proceeded to duty. Mr. Moves was not present, having an en- gagement elsewhere, but there was an audi ence of nearly one hundred present.
 Soon after dinner the laying of the pave ment was completed, and the agent of the proprietor, MT. Moves, put in an appearance, and with Major Maher united with Mr. Pohl- man in some of the finishing touches, the last of which was rolling the ponderous stone roller of 154 tons weight over it. Mir. Pohl- man seemed interested in the perfect laying of the pavement, and Major Maher, also fully posted in that line of business in the old country, was equally alive to the perfection of the present work
 This morning the heavy stone roller does it's last work upon the new pavement, and the work may then be considered as com pleted, and our citizens can then judge for themselves if or not Mir. Moves has made 8 mistake ip his new pavement, as he does not believe he has.
Morning journal and courier., 1881-11-30
Police Notes,

Charles J. Burt and John P. Gallagher. jr., were arrested last evening for cruelty to animals. They had Patrick O'Keefe's horse, and it is said abused him shamefully. Burt is also wanted on charge of defrauding boarding house keeper.
 Dennis Deegan and Etta Deegan. were ar rested last evening for breach of the peace. They were fighting among themselves, fam fly quarrel between man and wife.
 Board of Potice Commissioners.
 Last evening was the time for the regular meeting of ths Board of Police Commission CTS, but there was not quorum present, some of the commissioners being out of town. The Board adjourned until next Tuesday evening when they will consider general business. They will meet on Thurs day morning of this week, however, to ap= prove bills for the month Of November, as the Board of Finance meets on Thursday evening.
Morning journal and courier., 1881-11-30

The Rev. George S. ThraIl will be installed as pastor of the Park street Congregational church, Bridgeport, this evening, when Rev. J. G. Davenport will deliver the charge to the people, and Rev. Charles Ray Palmer the charge to the pastor.
 P. F. Butler, of Hartford, has returned from Colorado, where he has been spending the past two months. He contemplates To- eating there permanently in the spring.
 E. P. Sperry, formerly of this city, son of Peck Sperry, has lucrative position with an architect in New York city engaged in de signing for the interior decoration of fine residences.
 William H. Stratton has gone to Atlanta, Ga, to direct an exhibition of the new fire extinguisher for which Foskett & Bishop of this city have the American agency
 MT. James Allan, of Norwich recently eel ebrated the ifty-sixth anniversary of his birth at Newport, R. l., by general gather ing of the Allan family. Some seventy five persons were present. The Newport band furnished the music, and an elegant supper was served to the party.
 MT. T. H. Pease gave the drawings of the old Green or common to the Historical socie- ty, which were mentioned yesterday. By error they were attributed to another gentle man.
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VOL. xLrx.
NEW HAVEN, CONN.
Wednesday Mvl.uing, Nov. 30. 1881.
NEW ADYERTIsEMEN7s TO-DAY

At Malley's-Hosiery. Attention, Light Gusrd-Captain H. R. Loomis. Christmas St. Nicholas-The Century Co. ChriBamas Music-Oliver Ditson x Co. issofution-ClRrke Sanford. For Exchange 2Residence-"Business." For Rent-House-"Daniels." For Rent-Furnished Room-114k Orange Street. For Rent-House-B. L. Lambert. For rRent-Tenement-T. P. Terry. ( Holiday Bazaar-At Malleys. Household Sewing Maohine-P. D. Austin Meeting-New Haven Aid Society. Merchant Tailors Kraft Bros. Piano Lessons-Nrs. L. T. Brown Raadings-At English Hall
 Santa C1aus-Present at SilVerthaus Simmons' Liver Regulator-At Drugglsts Skates-S. s. Mallett.
 To Generous Pubhc-Andrew J. ChamberS Toys for the Million-At Maley's ed-MouIders-Foreman Moulder. Wanted-GirI-235 Grown Street.
 Wanted -Situation-4S Walnut Street. Wanted Situatien-141 Bailey Street. Wazted-Situation-2 Franklin Street. Wanted-Situation-1 Lafayette Street.
 Wanted-Situation-2 Congress Avenue.
 Wanted-S Situation-24 York Street.
 Watches and JeweIry-WeIls & Gunde.
 White Aprons-New Haven Rufae Co.
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New Church Proiect. |.

The members of the Sperry street church publish in our advertising columns form which has been given to some of their mem bers to present to the public in order to ob- taiR aid to help them in the erection of new church. Governor Bigelow is to be the treasurer of the fund, and Mayor Robertson, N. D. Sperry and George H. Ford the in- aroa
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The Suspended Paper Company.

The liabilities of the Pequonnock Paper Manufacturing company, of Bridgeport, are about $73,OOO; the assets are nominally, stock, $2, 800 debts due, $1, ,5OO and mill property, $75,OOO, mortgaged for $24, ,OOO. The company had capital stock of $6O,OOO, of which $36, 900 was paid in. A large part of the Indebtedness is due in New York.
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Little Turtles.

Last summer Captain Jerome Williams found lot of turtles eggs in the grass on his place on the west bank of the Thames river while moving. He brought them to this city and presented them to Follett & Dearden. In October the turtles matched out and to-day several of them are hibernating beneath the moss in glass globe, waiting for the springtime and the return of the ap- petizing insects. Noraoich Bulletin
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Two colored burglars, John Thomas and Thomas Bruce, arrested in Hartford last week for burglary, were arraigned yesterday in court, charged with robbing the house of William H. Post. Both were held to an- swer. Bonds were fixed at $2,OOO each Thomas pleaded guilty and to-day will be ar- raigned, charged with robbing the Watkin- son house, which he has confessed to rob bing.
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jewellers, at No. .266 Chapel street, have re- gently enlarged and reftted their store to make room for the large stock of new goods they are receiving for the- holiday trade. They have some of the newest and best styles of gold and silver watches, silverware, rings, diamonds and clocks, and would invite the attention of the public to an inspection of their stock before purchasing
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HansaEaauar1 !

Malley's great crockery sale of yesterday was crowning victory. The crowds were enthusiastic over his great bargains and many of his customers had to go away without be- ing waited on, but this day, with increased facilities, he hopes to be able to serve all, and the great sale will be continued just one week longer
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A Good Invastment.

One of our prominent business men said to us the other day: sIn the spring my wife got all run down and could not eat anything !; passing your store saw pile of Hoods Sar- saparilla in the window and I got bottle. After she had taken it a week she had rous- ing appetite, and did eat everything. She took three bottles, and it was the best three dollars ever in vested" c. I. Hood & Co.,, Lowell. Mass
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Premiums Awarded to the HOusehold

Premiums Awarded to the H0usehold
 Sewing Machine-Prtze Machtnps on
 ExhHbItiom-The Public Invited.
 What everybody says in praise of the Household sewing machine must be true Corset manufacturers say it has no equal Dressnnakers and tailors say it surpasses all others. The Household machines are so simple and easily managed and run with so little labor that old ladies of 75 years and children of are using them. I have re- ceived this day duplicates of the machines that took the first premium at the New Eng land Fair at Boston The public are invited to call and see them at the office and sales room, 194 Chapel street. P. E. AUSTIN.
Morning journal and courier., 1881-11-30
A Rad Fall.

On Saturday last, Georgie Ferguson, the eight years old son of Alexander Ferguson, residing on High street, Norwich, fell from tree in Geer's woods while cutting a limb, distance of sixteen feet, striking the back of his head upon the rocks He was taken up in an unconscious condition and still re- mains in critical state.
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Schooner Ashore.

The schooner Faulkner, belonging at Port land and bound to Norwich, has been ashore near the Penfeld reef lighthouse since Satur- day morning. Sunday the tugs Matt Rowe and Annie R. Wood tried to get her off, but only partly succeeded and made another at- tempt Monday The schooner is not broken ar oreatIv strained
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The Liauor Law Revision.

The commission on revising the liquor laws will hold session at the Allyn House on Friday, December 9, when State Attorney Hamersley and Henry E. Burton will meet with them. The commission consists of Hon. Francis Wayland of New Haven, Major John A. Tibbitts of New London and Hon. Nathaniel Wheeler of Bridgeport
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Merchant TailOrs.

The well known and contemplating firm of Kraft Brothers, merchant tailors are justly entitled to the position they have attained as frst-class artists in their speciality. They have elegant suitings that cannot fail to please even the most fastidious.
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ToYs For the NTfIlion.

Malley's holiday bazaar opens this day in his new addition, entrance on Chapel street, also connected with the main store, where. he will exhibit one of the grandest lines of toys from all the stations of the earth, and his new departure in books will, we are conf dent, be a success from the loy prices that he names in fact, all the latest works, beauti- fully bound, at half the price of regular book stores.
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WhafneYne Snvs.

Devoe the New Jersey weather prophet, predicts that December will be more like spring than winter. The weather will be exceedingly ehangeable Rains will be fre- quent, but snow is not looked for until the 23d, and there will probably not be skating before the first of January
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Lodge and Society.

Eighteen applicants were received into membership at the meeting of the Odd Eel lows Mutual Aid association Monday even ing. Benefits of $2, 2,OOO each were voted to relatives of Edward Howe of Pacific Lodge, Meriden; CIV. Ruggles of Ousatonic Lodge, Birmingham John Muller of Phoenix Lodge, New Britain, and Fred. Marx of Steuben Lodge, Bridgeport. A benefit of $1, 800 was voted to the relatives of Edward Bradley of Ousstonic Lodge of Birmingham.
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Fair Haven.

At the regular weekly meeting for debate of the Young Mems association of the Sec ond Congregational church held Monday evening they discussed the question, "Re- solved, That city life is preferable to country life" The affirmative side was taken by H. Lee Mallory, Leslie Russell, Isaac Bradley and George M. Baldwin, and on the negative side were Rev. H. c. Hovey, w. A. Rowe, Richard G. Davis and James H. Smith, The question was decided by a vote of those present, and country life had one majority in it's favor. Singing followed. This even ing public debate will be had, to be led off by the pastor, with Lawyer Russell leader for the negative Beside the debate there will be singing racitations and readings.
Morning journal and courier., 1881-11-30
A Barn and Horses Burned,

The Riverside, or Eagle, stable in Daniel sonviIle was burned to the ground Saturday night. Five horses, large number of har- nesses, robes and horse fittings were also burned The loss is about $2, 900 and there is a partial insurance
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For ladies' house dress use Edwin c. Burt's bevel edge French kid button boots are the most comfortable. MT. Burt is a progressive manufacturer, and this boot is pronounced by those who wear them s'per- feet" Sold in New Haven only by
 w R. FENN X Go
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The widespread fame of Dr. Bulls Cough Syrup is justly won, by it's own merits, and the reputation it has gained has been secured by it's universal use.
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THE WEATHER RECORD.
Indications

Indications.
 WAR DRPARTA1ENT, .. OKF1oE OF THE CHIEF SIGNAL OFFICER,
 WASHINGTON. D. C.. Nov. sol AIM. eFor New England, warmer, south to west winds. partly cloudy weather light rain in the northern DOT tions and stationary falling barometer For the Middle States, slightlw warmer. generally fair weather southeast to southwest winds, slowly falling barometer.
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"When my horses were sick with what was called lung fever, last spring I gave Sim mons' Liver Regulator Nquid) in one ounce doses twice day. They all recovered speed fly. B. T. M1oHENER, ''Pro'r Michener's Express, Jenldntown, Pa.
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seaIskfn sacques
When mv horses were sick with

Fur-ined garments, collars, muffs, capes and berthas of every desirable fur, at
 STEVENS $ BRooks'. 273 Chapel street.
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A hint to the wise is sufficient. For the purpose of more thoroughly advertising the enlargement of their store to twice it's former capacity, and to make new acquaintance, w. B. Fenn & Go. will sell during the next thirty days ten or twenty thousand pairs of first quality rubber goods at the prices stipulated above. The more calls the better.
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The only fast-colored sealskin in the mar ket is of the famous Treadwen make, and Stevens < Brooks, 273 Chapel street, have a arge assortment of these goods
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Mems first quality dull and bright finished rubber boots $2 50 until further notice.
 WALLACE B. FENN $ Go.
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Malley will place the balance of his great hosiery purchase on his center counters this day, alto be closed out at. 90 cents on the
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Boys and girls school shoes-durable, perfect fitting and low priced.
 no21-1Ot w B. FENN tE Go.
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ssGem Croauet.,,

Ladies' light rubbers advertised by us are the 'sGem Croquet" style, the prettiest and ightest overshoe in market, price 37cents.
 WALLACE B. FENN & Co.,
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YOuman's Celebrated Hats.
 Opera, silk or stiff hats in all the leading styles, at Stevens & Brooks, 273 Chapel Stroat ef
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Seventh Ward Democratic Nominations.

Seventh Ward Democratic Nominations.
 The Seventh ward regular" nominating committee, Michael Beegan chairman, Wm. H. Coogan secretary, met last evening at 255 Grand street. John F. O'Keefe was unani- mously nominated for Alderman, and for Councilmen, Frank D. Welch, Frank Moke- ly, Michael Naughton. The following are the delegates who were present Michael Began, Patrick O'Connor, Frank Mokely, William H. Coogan, John Nugent, John J. Maley, Thom- as Hannigan, John F. Wall, Daniel H. Kier- lee, John Connolly, William T. Connor, David c. McNamara, Thomas Higgins, Will liam Gleason, Michael Fahy.
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For Gentlemen,

W. B. Fenn & Co. have in stock all widths brown, light blue, dark blue and red Russia leather top, calf foxed full pat trim. and point ed toe, lace bals. Not else where in New Eng land can be found so large an assortment of fine fancy trimmed shoes.
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Rubber coats and circulars, at Stevens & Brooks, 273 Chapel street.