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Morning journal and courier., 1881-06-17
Committee on Claims.
veraI Petitions ConsidSred-Abatem
 f Assessments and Taxes-Damages for

Several Petitions Considered-Abatem
 Of Assessments and Taxes-Damages for
 Injuries.
 A meeting of the Committee on Claims was held last evening in room 10 City Hall, Alderman States presiding.
 The following petitions referred to the committee by the Court of Common Council were considered:
 Charles Fabrique petitioned for abatement of assessment on land on Chapel street.
 He claims that it was excessive, as the land
 was only swamp and really of no value.
 William D. Thorpe asked to be relieved
 from sewer assessment on property in Collis
 street amounting to $53. 83. The petitioner
 is 73 years of age and has been unable to work since 1S77 He lost, he said, $1 ,O92 Bank.
 Ellen Brady asked for compensation for damages sustained from falling on the ice, whereby she broke her arm. Sigemund Bauer asked for an abatement of taxes on the grand list of 1876, 1877, 1878 and 1879. Attorneys Wagner and c. 5. Fowler appeared and advocated MT. Bauer s cla1m The attorneys stated that the peti- tioner was wounded in the army and that he had struggled to save his property from fore closure He had petitioned for pension, l which would no doubt be granted, and when received he would be able to save his proper ty.
 Anna J. Cooke asked for compensation for injuries received from falling on the ice on Grove street January 31st, 1881. Mrs. Cooke | and others appeared and stated the facts | about the condition of the walk at the time of the accident.
 William Brinley petitioned for the abate. ment of 8 sewer assessment corner of Wal | lace and St. John streets. He said he was | assessed on both streets. He said the lot
 was only 70 feet deep on one side and he I should not have been assessed for the sewer l on the Wallace street side. Moses Nolan, corner of Clay and Popla1 streets, asked for $50 damages occasionedsbJ ! an overflow of surface water. l The committee went into executive sessior and will make known their decision in these and previous cases considered at the nex
 meeting of the Court of Common Council.
Morning journal and courier., 1881-06-17
Sons of Temperan nee.

very pleasant entertainment took place last evening at the rooms of Harmony Divis- ion, Sons of Temperance, where the members of the division and their friends gathered in large numbers to enjoy social time. The committee, of which Charles E. Hart was chairman, did themselves great credit by de- vising and carrying out the varied attractions of the evening, among which were the cute, interesting and comical productions by the Sanford orators, who commanded the atten- tion of the entire audience. notwithstanding the chatter of the cream and strawberry dish es. This division has been unusually prosper ous of late and has accomplished much good in the city. Next week the National Divis- ion meets at Saratoga, when large gather ing is expected. The delegates elected by the Grand Division of this State from New Haven are Dea. George P. Smith, George R. Bill, William A. Lincoln, George H. Fow- Ter, John Mccarthy, Charles A. Baldwin, A. W. Weld, Charles E. Hart, John G. North R. P. Cowles, A. w. Holmes, F. L. Grum- man
Morning journal and courier., 1881-06-17
Yale College- -Commencement week, 1ss


 The alumni requested, on their arrival in town to enter their in the Alumni Register in th. Library. fOpen from g a. m to D. m.) Friday, p. m.-Townsend Orations by six mem bers of the Senior Glass; in competition for the De Forest Medal, in the BatteH chapel. Sunday, 10:3O a. m.-Baccalaureate Sermon by the president, in the chapel.
 Monday, Il a. m.-Presentation Exercises, with the Glass Grafton and Poem, in the Battell chapel. Tuesday, 9:S0 B. m.-Meeting of the alumni.
 23 p. m.-Pols open in the Library for election of Q member of the Corporation. Sp. m.-Anniversary Exercises of the Law Depart ment with an address by Hon. G. F. Hoar, of Wor- cester Mass, Townsend Prize Speaking and Masters Grafton, st the Center church.
 Sp. m.Anniversary Exercises of the Sheffield Sci entihc School, in North Sheffield Hall. For cards of admission apply to Prof. Brush, Sheffield Hall on Monday and Tuesday, from to 10 O. m. Sp. m--Reception in the rooms of the Law School Court HouseJ, for the alumni of the school with their families and invited guests For cards ad- mission apply to Professor Wayland Mo- IT Court House.
 Wednesday lCommencement1, g a. m-Procession of the officers and graduates formed in of the Lyeeu the arrival of which at the Center church the Commencement exercises will begin.
 p. m.-Commencement Dinner. Admission by sof invitation to be obtained at the Library after Tuesday noon.
 s-I1 p. m.-Ths Presidents Reception for gradu- atea, with their families and other invited guests the Art School Cards of invitation to be obtained above. The examinations for admission to the Acadenlical Department and to the Sheffield Ecientihc School begin on Thursday June 90, ct q ID.
Morning journal and courier., 1881-06-17
The c. N. G.
Lieutenant Colonel Bacon Endorsed by
 Brother Military Omcers.

LteufenaRt Colonel Bacon Endorsed by Brother Military Officers.
 The following resolutions of confidence in and esteem for Lieutenant Colonel Bacon | were passed at 8 meeting recently held of past and present field and company officers l of New Haven companies of the Second reg l iment, ex-Colonel George A. Basserman pre- siding and ex-Captain James I. Hayes secre- tary
 Resolred, That we have unbounded confidence in Colonel Josiah N Bacon, and have full faith in his ability commanding officer and gentleman who, all that faithful honorable officer could do for the welfare prosperity and continued success the the honor and integrity of the board of examiners Lieutenant Colonel Bacon. that they viii sacred ly guard the honor of soldier, and while deeply been convened, have the greatest faith in their love of justice and fairness and know they will ss9S TSs of 1e @ uSe M m have the law passed creating the said board of believe the same to be- oppressive, tyrann1cal demoralizing, and if not repealed, will tend Connecticut
 Resolued That copy of the foregoing resolutions be presented to His Excenency the Governor of the State of Connecticut, commander-in- chief of the Connecticut National Guard.
 Carl Ct. Engel, MaJOr "a hegt.
 Frank w. Tiesing, Captain Go. B, 2d.
 Henry R. Loomis Captain Co., E.
 Luzerne I. Thomas, Captain Co., D.
 John Carberry, 1st lieutenant Co. c.
 Edward Lynn, 2d Lieutenant Co O.
 Richard ". Waite, 1st Lieutenant Co., D.
 George A. Basserman, ex-Colonel 2d Regt.
 Joseph H. Keefe, ex-Major 2d Regt.
 James I. Hayes, ex-Lieutenant Go. c, 2d.
 F. Stanley Bradley ex-Captain Co. E.
 O. c. Smith, ex-Captain Co. E.
 William Kaehrie, 2d Lieutenant Go. B.
 John J. Flanigan. ex-Lieutenant Go. c.
 Henry Philippe, 1st Lieutenant Go. B.
 Samuel A. Downs, 1st Lieutenant Co., E.
 Charles ". Bogue, 2d Lieutenant Co. E.
 Maurice F. Brennan. Captain Go c.
 George Lawrence. 1st Lieutenant Co. D. Copnrnftfaa on resofutions.
Morning journal and courier., 1881-06-17
A Meeting at the Shore.
ArrangIngfora a Series of Sunday schoO
 Conventions.

Arranging for Q Series of Sunday School
 Conventions.
 A gathering of clergymen and others was held yesterday at the residence of MT. J. J. Matthias at West Haven shore, at which ar engagements were made for holding series of Sunday school conventions in the fall. Conventions will be held in Meriden, Orange and Naugatuck. Among those present were Rev. Dr, Adams, late pastor of the First M. E. church in this city, now of Meriden, Rev. MT. Buck of this city, Rev. MT. Perkins of Meriden, and Rev. Dr. Vincent ofSthis city. The guests were served with a fine shore dinner at MT. Matthias, and, in short, day at the shore was enjoyed of very refreshing character, the weather being so delightful and 50 happy change from rainy and thunder storm weather One of the prominent cler- gymen present on his return spoke with ear nestness of the Sunday school work and his visit, and advised that one source of true happiness was to be 8 Sunday school man, and his fine bodily presence, vigorous health and animation, to say nothing of his mental gifts, indicated that his own case was in &C., cordance with the precept laid down. The committee expressed very satisfactory views in their conference regarding the results oi the various series of conventions hitherto held and appreciation of the programmes carried out.
Morning journal and courier., 1881-06-17
Picnic.

The Arion Singing society was out at South End yesterday enjoying picnic. They went by stages from the Insurance building. The day was spent in a very enjoyable manner and much satisfaction was expressed over the trip, the fine weather, the scenery at the shore and the arrangements of the commit tee The society has been greatly augment ed in membership in the last few months. Reports come in most favorably with regard to the 4th of July celebration at Schutzen Park, and celebration of much pleasure and public interest is anticipated.
Morning journal and courier., 1881-06-17
rbaR.,I,o.s Ranefit Association

At the annual meeting of the Mutual Ben eft association of employees of the New York, New Haven and Hartford railroad, William H. Collins James T. Ronald, John Purves and J. Scrugham Quin were elected trustees The old board of officers were re- elected for the ensuing year with the excep- ton of secretary, MT. Quin being chosen to fill the vacancy caused by the resignation of MT. c. T. Hampstead, who has filled the po- sition since the organization of the associa- tion.
Morning journal and courier., 1881-06-17
Friday Morning, June F. 1881.
NEW ADVERYLsKMENJs TO-DA y

At Druggists'-Favorite Remedy. Billee Tsylor-New Haven Opera House. Concert -Hugo's ElysiAn Garden Favorite Remedy-Dr. Kennedy. For Sale-BicTcle-19 Wooster Place For Sale-Teaming Route-J. A. Kenyon. For Sale -Carriage-352 Orchard Street. For e-Show-Case-292 Grand Street: For Sale-Power Press-Lock Box 76, Chesnire' Fresh Salmon-Judson Bros. o. Granite State Moving Machine-2ll West water nt' Investment Securities-W. T. Hatch & Son. Investment Securities-Bunnen Scranton. Important Sale M. Bristol Sons Lost-Shawl-25T Chapel Street. Money to Loan-L. F. Comgtock. Salmon-A Foote & Go. Special lInducements-A. F. Dickerman. Wanted-Men with Capital-G. W. Hoadley. Wanted-Cook-34 Whitney Avenue Wanted-Spanieh Translator-H P. Hubbard Wanted-Nurse-2O Perkins Street. Wanted-Salesman-79 Crown Street. Wanted-Boy-285 State Street. wanted-$6, ,0OO-P. o. Box 596. wanted-Bids- -Milius Frank.
 Wanted-S Situation-91 Nash Street. Wanted-Sit -Situation-65 Hill Street.
 wanted-Situation-1O7 View Street.
 -Situation-1-6 Day Street.
 Wanted Situation-12O Hill Street.
 Wedding Presents-Evarts Cutler. Window Shades-430 State Street.
 Window Screens Connecticut Wire Works
Morning journal and courier., 1881-06-17
The Cosgroxe Esta,e.

Yesterday steps were taken for final set. clement of the Cosgrove estate. The stock of boots and shoes valued at $12,OOO at. tached nearly year ago was surrendered by Joseph H. Keefe, who has had the stock in possession belonging to J. Malone & Son, of Lynn, Mass, since October 6, and that of J. G. Sumner since August 21, to the Mahones, who have effected settlement with Trustee Dillon and J. H. Jose, the attorney who rep resents the Sumner estate. It is understood that enough has been saved to pay the Cos grove creditors quite a handsome dividend.
Morning journal and courier., 1881-06-17
Operntion Upom an Ox,

Dr. Greasy removed on Wednesday large fungoid growth from the inside of the lower eyelid of an oxe belonging to Hiram Sage & Sons, of Colebrook, which was caused by an injury that the animal received more than . year ago. The tumor, however, had been growing rapidly of late, was very painful and had nearly obscured the sight, but ifs sue cessfnI removal, under the influence of chlo- rofCrn, has restored perfect vision.
Morning journal and courier., 1881-06-17
pIemorfal Exercfaes,

The Veteran Grays' association joins with the active company and Company A. 27th C. June 18th, meeting at the armory at 9:30 8. m. for the purpose of attending divine ser vice at the North church, and at 1:3O p. m. for the decoration of the graves. Donations of flowers will be left at the armory on Sat urday or on the morning of the 18th.
Morning journal and courier., 1881-06-17
..We san the Ocean Blue.,,

Tuesday, June 21, the palatial steamer Co., lumbia will make the first trip of the season to New York, Coney Island and Rockaway Beach, leaving this city at s:sO a. m., giving the excursionists five hours in New York, three hours at Coney Island and two hours on Rockaway Beach Fare for the round trip fifty cents limited number of tickets on sale at L. E. Ryder's, PIC Chapel street. Don't fail to get your tickets in time.
Morning journal and courier., 1881-06-17
ABarn and Animals Burned.

large barn on the premises of John Gun ming, Hartford, was burned Wednesday even- ing. The barn, which was 4Ox6O feet in size and cost $2,0Oo, was totally destroyed, to- gether with ton of hay, two calves, mow- ing machine, hay cutter, rake, harness and other valuable farming tools, etc. There were valuable horse, six COWS, five calves, two hogs and a lot of chickens in the build ing when the fire broke out, but Mir. Gun ming succeeded in getting out and saving the horse, the COWS, three of the calves and the hogs The barn was insured for 1000 in the Hartford County Mutual Insurance com pany. The total loss is 5000. It was an incendiary fire
Morning journal and courier., 1881-06-17
An Important sale,

CTS, 336 Chapel street, commence to-day, June 17th, an important sale. In order to have general clearing out sale they have marked down their extensive stock of $2O- GOO at prices which will speak for themselves to buyers. The movement is made as the firms large business necessitates extensive improvements in the store which will be made later in the season. Their stock is very cempt ~nd there are bargains for all ;-ament in another orma- tion of int,
Morning journal and courier., 1881-06-17
City Court Notes.

In the City Court yesterday morning Pat rick McGowan was fined $5 and costs for re- sistance to Officer Driscoll
 Clarence Davis, the young man formerly in the employ of the tanal road, who was sent to jail month or so ago for the theft of g suit, was brought down from jail yesterday, his previous sentence having expired. In the City Court he was charged with the theft of ring from the Adams Express company, while in course of transportation over the Canal road. The theft was committed neal Southington at the time of the snow block ade. Davis was again sent to jail for 3( days
Morning journal and courier., 1881-06-17
Greenback sDeech.

Hon. Gilbert De La Matyr, ex-Congress- man of Indiana, will speak at the band stand on the old Green Saturday evening at eight o'clock in the interest of the Greenback cause If the weather is unfavorable he will speak at Music Hall instead. It is not yet known who will preside, and there is some intention expressed by prominent members of having a salute fired. The band will play
Morning journal and courier., 1881-06-17
Jury,e Verelict.

The jury in the case of Mrs. Adam Petty, of Northfeld, who was found dead in her bed recently, and who lived alone for the past few months, her husband, knife maker. having removed to another place, came to the conclusion that she died from ''causes to them unknown" The presumption is that her death resulted from natural causes, though it was evidently a painful one.
Morning journal and courier., 1881-06-17
AnImportant Patent Case.

Before Judge Shipman, in chambers, to- day, was heard the case of Hiram Tucker, ot Boston, ys. J. B. Sargent & Co.,, of New Ha. ven. This suit was brought by the plaintiffs, who claim an infringement on patent for bronzing cast iron in imitation of the real bronze. Messrs. Loomis and Maynidere, of Boston, appeared for the plaintiffs and Messrs. John s. Beach, of New Haven, and Charles E. Mitchell, of New Britain, for the defendants. Hartford Times, 15N.
Morning journal and courier., 1881-06-17
Found Without n Head.

Steamer Aeronaut sighted when about mile and half southeast of Watch Hill the headless body of man with both hands and one foot missing. On the other foot was a heavy sea-boot. From the clothing the body is supposed to be that of a sailor probably from the wreck of the schooner Palladium. The body was buried by the Stonington au- thorities on the town farm.
Morning journal and courier., 1881-06-17
Why it is So.

The reason why Dr. David Kennedy $ 'tFavorite Remedy" cures complaints of the liver, kidney, bowels and blood is that it is compounded of the very remedies Nature ing at first scattered through the fields, Dr. K. has collected them and condensed their virtues in the form which he now confidently offers to the sick and suffering. One dollar expended for bottle will convince you and make you grateful that you read this item. The doctors office is in Rondout, N. Y. Write him a statement of your case. ie17 12d2w2dp
Morning journal and courier., 1881-06-17
ALibrary Associntion,s Propertx

The Library association in Watertown have Forest, and have bought lot of Miss Abby Woodward, on which they will erect brick building for their own accommodation at an expense of $15,OOO. They have already ex- pended $5, GOO on books
Morning journal and courier., 1881-06-17
The Court Record.
City Court-CrIminal sIde-.Judge Shell
 don.

City COurt-Crimtna1 SIde-JudGe Shell
 don.
 John Carney, breach of the peace against William Waterbury, continued to June IT same, against John H. Chasley, to June IT James Mullen, ball playing in street, judg pent suspended i; Charles Roberts, breach of the peace, to July F; out permit, $1 fine, S6.1s costs; Roger Fee ley, breach of the peace against Bridget Fee ley, to June IT; Michael Barry, lascivioui carriage, $s.51 costs, ten days in jail j; Pat rick McGowan, resisting Officer Driscoll, B. fine, $6.18 costs; Clarence A. Davis, thef from Adams Express company, $7.72 costs thirty days jail.
Morning journal and courier., 1881-06-17
PersOnRl.

MT. Edwin Marble returns to the city next week from his prolonged trip and stay in the South.
 Judge Origen s. Seymour disposed of piece of land on Meadow street. Litchfeld, racentIY The price was $35O.
Morning journal and courier., 1881-06-17
Fine Berries.

We were favored last evening with beau tiful sample of large and luscious strawber- ries of the Sharpless variety, raised by Frank s. Platt, the seedsman, in his garden. He has sold thousands of the plants. They are vigorous vine, bear well. and in taste are fine
Morning journal and courier., 1881-06-17
THE WEATHER RECORD.
Indications.

EnUECWG1OMBs
 WAR DEPARTMENT,
 OFFICE or CHIEF SIGNAL OFFICER wAsHINeToN, D. O., June 17-1 A N. For New England, increasing cloudiness, followed by ran backing to warm south winds and lower bar ometer. For the Middle States partly cloudy weather local rains south veertng to west winds and lower barometer.
Morning journal and courier., 1881-06-17
Rids Wanfed

to saw of and take away 50 feet by eight from the barn in the rear of my store, con- taining a good deal of fire wood. Parties wishing to do the job may apply at once to MIIIUs FRANK 327 Chapel street
Morning journal and courier., 1881-06-17
The AntmnICreation

few days since a COW belonging to Mir. Benjamin Sutlif was delivered of a double headed calf, which did not survive it's birth. Its skin is to be stuffed and preserved by a Mir. Welton, of WatervilIe.
Morning journal and courier., 1881-06-17

A New Fish Market on Long Wharf.
 The old established firm of J. & G. H. Smith will open at 150 Long Wharf on We'd nesday morning, June 15, wholesale fish and lobster market in connection with their oyster business. All orders promptly attend ed to. Telephone connected. Grocers and marketmen will find it to their advantage to patronize the above firm. j13 St
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The 100 pairs of 'Burt's',- boots advertised by us this week at $295 are soiled shoes se- lected from our $6.5O boots of this celebrated maker w. B. FENN < Go.
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Read our advertisement of prices in this paper. We never fail to sell $6 50 boots for $2 95 when we so adve rtise.
 w. B. FENN X Go.
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One dollar and sixty cents purchases this week of W. B. Fenn & Go. pair of ladies' side lace kid boots.
Morning journal and courier., 1881-06-17

Will try to relieve the stingency in the strawberry market by offering few hundred quarts of very good berries at very moder- ate price. Call early. c and D City Market and corner Church and Chapel streets.
 small lot extra large and fine for preserv- ing, at Mix & Judson's fruit stands.
 A large job sale of ''Burt's" and other fine shoes at less than half price.
 We are clearing out our shelves and offer over one hundred pairs of 'Burt's'' $6.5O and $7 boots at $2.9
 je14 St WALLACE B. FENN & Go.
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Dr. Fiske, the popular clairvoyant physi- elan of this city, is now at No. 27O Chapel street, New Haven, where he can be con- suited until June 26th until 3 p. m. The doctor is widely known. He has been tested
 by thousands, and gives perfect satisfaction.
 See advertisement. i15 3t1tw
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In the job lot of fine button boots at S2. s5 are AS pairs of soft "Donga" stock.
 W R FENN & Go
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V,n nnr Cnsfnna oI
w Fish Market on Long Wharf.

To Our Customers.
 Verify our advertised prices by careful ex- animation of the goods to which we call your attention WALLACE B. FENN 6 Go.
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LOCAL NEWS.
Brief Mention.

For other Local Matters see Sd and 4th pagesl
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Children's carriages. c. Cowles & Co.,,