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Morning journal and courier., 1882-08-24
WEATHER RECORD.
INDICATIONS FOR TO-DAY.
WAR DEPARTHEH7 T

OErIuE CEIEF SIGNAL OFFIoER,S
 WARRINGTON, D. C.. Aug. 24 Il A. I'd. ) For New England, partly cloudy weather and light rains In the northern portions, south to west winds change In temperature falling followed by rising bar ometsr.
 For the Middle Atlantic States, cold rains partly cloudy weather, southerly to westerly winds, slight changes in temperature and pressure.
Morning journal and courier., 1882-08-24
s.Chfp'' Smiths Death Watch.

Yesterday noon the death watch was placed on "Chip" Smith at the county jail. The first watcher was Andrew J. Callahan, who filled the position until o'clock. Then Deputy Sheriff Higgins relieved him for six hours, being followed by Constable Daniel Colwell Yesterday afternoon the unfortu- nate young man was visited by his two sis ters and two nieces, and two Sisters of Mercy also called and aided Smith in his deyotions' His cell is well provided with bouquets of flowers, and he appears calm and collected in view of his approaching doom. Every Chris tian cid and sympathy is being extended to him in the few days he has to live.
Morning journal and courier., 1882-08-24

The first picnic of the German Working mems association of Ansonia is to take place at Baldwin's Grove September f. There is to be a procession and march to the grove,
 headed by the Ansonia brass band The programme at the grove will consist of danc- ing, singing, etc. A present is to be awarded to the best lady waltzer. Music by Leinin- gers orchestra, prompting by Professor Con-
Morning journal and courier., 1882-08-24
A Brak en R ms Injuries

Michael Norton, 8 Winsted brakeman, is recovering from injuries received last Satur- day morning at Norfolk. He was standing on 8 house car, and was struck square in the face by the Norfolk bridge, under which the train was passing. Ills face was badly in- jured, but he clung to the car, and thus prob- ably saved his life. He will be able to re- Sume his position this week
Morning journal and courier., 1882-08-24
Fire.

About LOGO sawed ties and 20, 900 feet of sawed timber, owned by Bristol & Collins, were burned Tuesday morning in the woods on the road leading from Granby to East Granby. The timber was sawed by Wells Brothers portable mill, from which the fire probably originated.
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Eipf1fv-eiuht Years.

The late Lucy Maria Bradley, of Wood bridge, was at her death the oldest person living in the town, with one exception. She was 6S years old. The pallbearers were D. %. Augur, Lewis Russell, James s. Cowell and c. N. Beecher. The interment was in the Milford side cemetery.
Morning journal and courier., 1882-08-24

Owing to the short time now remaining for "Chip'' Smith to complete his prepara- tion for death, Rev. Father McGiveny, his spiritual adviser, deems it advisable to limit the visitors to his family, and in consequence the services next Sunday will be private. With the exception of the choir no outsiders will be admitted.
Morning journal and courier., 1882-08-24
Onthe Track at Bridgeport.

The locomotive, tender and baggage car of the Philadelphia up express, due at Bridge port at 5:37 p. m. yesterday, got of the track Just below the Bridgeport depot. The switch was set for the down train. But little dam age WAS done except the delay caused.
Morning journal and courier., 1882-08-24
Promtnent London Fireman,

Captain Eyre M. Shaw, chief officer of the Metropolitan Fire Brigade of London, Eng land, will visit this city as the guest of Chief Hendriek, upon invitation of the latter, the day of the visit not yet being fixed. Captain Shaw will attend the annual convention of the National Association of Fire Engineers, which begins at Cincinnati September 12. He inspected the New York fire department end telegraph system on Tuesday. He keeps all the horses under his charge all haruessed for fires, but thinks he will try the American plan.
Morning journal and courier., 1882-08-24
Hand Crush ed.

MT. Holmes, young man living at a26 Water street, while coupling cars on the Derby railroad Tuesday, caught his hand be- tween the bumpers. On an examination by Dr. Bissell it was found that the hand was badly mashed, but that the bones were not crushed, and it is believed the hand will not have to be amputated
Morning journal and courier., 1882-08-24
Personal.

Mrs. Frank Northrop. of Woodbridge is very sick with fever. Roy. Father Costello, of Ansonia who has been sick for some time, is not expected to recover.
 Edson Reazee died at his home in Wood- mont Tuesday, after long illness. He was formerly of Seymour. MT. M. F. Menton, of Ansonia, gave his annual free excursion to the liquor dealers of Ansonia yesterday. They went to Meadows End.
 MT. Azariah Lewis, we'll remembered in Bridgeport, died last Saturday at Deckertown, N. J. He was the father of Mir. E. A. Lewis of Bridgeport.
 Mrs. Dr. S. S. Curtiss, of Tallahassee Fla, is visiting her son, D. Park Curtiss, of the hospital, and will remain with him during the summer months. MT. E. c. Bassick, of Bridgeport, has gone to Colorado to look after extensive mining interests He is connected with several mines in Colorado. Charles B. Foster, the paint manufacturer, has sold his house Howard avenue and will build one further down on the same near Kimberly avenue.
 Miss Gertrude R. May, sister of Mrs. Dr Halle, of Norwich, died st the residence of MT. William c. Lanman in that city Tuesday evening after brief illness. A child of MT. Truesdel, in the northeast window, striking it's head upon stub, caus- ing a severe fracture. At last accounts the child was doing we'll. D. J. Starkey, for four years past secreta- ry of the Hillyer Guard Hartford was pre- scented with an elegant silver watch Tuesday night by the company in recognition of his services to the command. MT and Mrs. w. H. Williams, of Seymour have gone to Detroit, Mich MT. w. attends there the annual of the Supreme Lodge, K. of F., as a representative of the order in this State Afterward they take trip, returning home via the St. Lawrence, Thousand Isl Ends, etc.
 Hon. T. M Allyn, of Hartford has been confined to his house for several days past with & complication of diseases, and M onday night he was in very critical condition, his
 life at one time being despared of. Yester- day, however, he was resting quietly and W as more comfortable
 Mrs John Colt of Buffalo, who died nt Mystic Island last week, was related to several Norwich families. She was aunt of Mrs E. N. Gibbs, cousin of the late Governor Bucbinghams wife, and stepmother to the late John Colt, whose widow resides in that city. She was the daughter of the late John B. Barton, of Providence.
 New members were added to the Washing ton Union Brotherhood at their reunion as
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f132W VEN, CONN.
Thursday Morning. August 24, ise2,


NEW ADVERTISEMENT 7O-DA y Board and Rooms--;}5 Wooster Place. For Rsnt-Rooms-39 Whalley Avenue For Sale or Exchange Business-"N." Illustrated Health L-ctures-Dr. Hale. Oyster Sauce-Sea Moss Farine. Pearls White Glycerine-At Druggists. Perry Davs' Pain kier-At Druggsts' Probate Notice Estate of stephen r. Shetfrey. Peaches-D M Welsh x Son. Trotting-Hamilton Park. Vases and Toilet Sets-At Northrops. Wanted-Young Man-4O8 Chapel Street Wanted-Young Man-Box 11CG Wanted-Foot athe-94 Orange Street. Wanted-Agent-J. A. Knight.
 d-Situation-tClerk."
 Wanted -Situaton-71 Eaton Street Wanted Situaton-633 Chapel Street.
 Wanted-Situstion-IS St. John street. Wanted Sttuatien--96 York Street.
 Wheat Bitters--At Druggists-.
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Praffv BDrv.

Mr. H. O. Edwards, of Northampton, l, Mass, was in this city yesterday, and says that the Connecticut river is so. low st Northampton that the ferryboat crosses the river on wheels
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Death of James De Martin

James De Martin died at the Fremont House in this city last evening at 945, at the age of 67. The deceased was son of An drew De Martin, formerly engaged in the ship rigging business in this city. The i'm mediate cause of his death was inflammation of the bowels. The subject of this notice was the first agent of Harndon's Express (afterward at the opening of the rebellion known as ''the Southern Express"), and he WAS located at Savannah. He leaves two sons and one daughter, the latter being the wife of Professor F. E. Bristol, of the New Haven Conservatory of Music. The eldest son lives in Colbrook River and the youngest, Charles De Martin, is 8 resident of Savannah, Ga, but now in this city. He leaves also two sisters, Mrs. Rufus Booth, of Stratford, and Julia De Martin, maiden lady of Fair Ha ven. A brother also resides in Savannah. The last business in which the deceased was engaged was keeping the Cove House on the East Haven shore three years ago. He leaves many friends who will mourn his loss. The time and place of funeral will be announced on the return of Professor Bristol from New York, where he now is.
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Brought to the HosuttaI.

workman in Wallaee's shop, Ansonia' named William Day, fell Tuesday and broke his left leg He was brought to the hospital in this city to be cared for at the firms ex- pense. He was pushing 8 small wagon when he fell, turning his ankle over and breaking tEe bone
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1ooNew Coal Cars Ordered.

Orders have just been received at the car hops of the Consolidated roadsin Hartford from the general headquarters of the com pany, for the construction of one hundred new twenty ton coal cars of the latest i'm provemeats. These flat cars formerly car ried but ten tons, but HOW, by reason of their being much more strongly built, iron being used in many places where wood was used, they carry just as safely double the old standard weight. MT. Henney, master me- chanic, will superintend the building of these
Morning journal and courier., 1882-08-24

My face and neck got terribly sunburnt when out sailing, I suffered terribly for 12 hours, when told to try Pearls White Glycerine, which did and was instantly re- lieved. I believe it the best article for the skin yet known." A CITIZEN
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RnlinA MnHAS

The Robert R. Morris who claimed to have been arrested on Grand street and re leased by policeman on payment of five dollars now claims that it was eight years ago that the occurrence happened and that the officer a special constable.
 Yesterday morning two boys entered Booths auction rooms. under Music Hall and asked to some harmonicas. They were shown one by Miss Kirtland, which did not suit, and she went to get another. The lady clerk left her open pocketbook on the counter and from it the boys extracted $4 and departed. At last accounts the boys had not been arrested.
Morning journal and courier., 1882-08-24
Oyster Sauce.

Take one pint of oysters and scald them in their own broth add salt. pepper and q blade of mace. Let them boil up once and skim them out. To the broth add cup of cream in which you have mixed teaspoon full of Sea Moss Farine, boil few moments
 add piece of butter and return the oysters to heat but not boil. a24 3teod 1tw
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HTHlaFiNl DiSeas,

sure and effectual prevention and cure is found in Simmons Liver Regulator It orig mated in the South, and there achieved it's great fame for diseases of that section.
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Women that have been bedridden for years have been completely cured by the use ot Lydia E. Pinkham's Vegetable Compound. au1S 6d1W
Morning journal and courier., 1882-08-24

Hop. Plasters are sold by all druggists in the United States and Canada. 25 cents each for $1, and are guaranteed to be the best in the market. Avoid cheap, worthless goods. a1S GdlW
Morning journal and courier., 1882-08-24

Dyspepsia in it's worst forms will yield to the use of Carter's Little Nerve Pills aided by Carter's Little Liver Pills. They not only relieve present distress, but strengthen the stomach and digestive apparatus.
 Wholesale by Richardson & Co. all drug gists at retail. a23 Cd 1w
Morning journal and courier., 1882-08-24

Composed of the best known tonics, iron and cinchona with well known aromatics. is Browns Iron Bitters. It cures indigestion, and all kindred troubles a1S Cd lw
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It's hard to believe Miss Whittier was cured of such terrible sores by Hoods Sarsa- parilla, but reliable people prove it.
Morning journal and courier., 1882-08-24

With Diamond Dyes any lady can get as good results as the best practical dyer Every dye warranted true to name and sample
Morning journal and courier., 1882-08-24

Convalescents from all wasting diseases should use Carter's Liver Bitters for their superior strengthening and tonic qualities.
 Wholesale by Richardson & Co. all drug gists at retail. a23 Cd Wv
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Excursions.


 The choir and Sunday school teachers of St. Patrick's church had 0 picnic at Light. house Point Tuesday.
 The choirs of St. Francis church, Fair Haven, and the Catholic church in Waterbury had union picnic Tuesday, going by the Elm City to Osprey Beach.
 The Catholic Young Mems society of New Brit ain gave an excursion to Osprey Beach yesterday on the Elm City. There were ten car loads of them landed at Belle dock.
 The regular excursion of the steamer John H. Starin to Glen Island will take place to- day and as usual another large party will avail themselves of the opportunity to enjoy so delightful 8 trip. The fare for the round trip is only 75 cents, and liquors being sold on board makes it pleasurable trip for families.
 The next excursion of the steamer Elm City to Osprey Beach will be made next Sat- urday morning, leaving Belle dock at S:3O 8. sharp. On the same evening the Elm will make her regular excursion to Coney Isl and and Rockaway Beach, leaving BeAe dock at 11:3O p. m. Both of these trips are very much enjoyed by excursionists.
 The Sunday schools of Bethany picnic at High Rock Grove Friday.
 The Howard avenue Congregational church and Sunday school, of this city, picnicked at High Rock Grove yesterday. It was esti- mated that about 500 went. They had a very pleasant and successful excursion.
 The picnic of Garnet Temple of Ansonia, and Gardner Temple of Birmingham, August 2s, promises to be very pleasant affair. In the afternoon meeting will be held and ad- dresses will be delivered by G. w. T. A. L. Thompson of New Britain, G. W. R. F. H. Sage of Stonington, W. s. Bailey of South Norwallz and other distinguished speakers
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Did Not Land.

The Talapoosa, with Secretary Chandler and party board, arrived at New London yesterday morning at 1O:15 and anchored off the Pequot House. Owing to detention of several hours, caused by the loss of seaman in the Sound, the TalIapoosa remained at the mouth of the harbor but an hour and then steamed for Newport. The Secretary did not leave the ship. Congressman Wait and number of city officials awaited his arrival at the navy yard
Morning journal and courier., 1882-08-24

Ask your physician and he will tell you that for all for those tonic properties which strengthen and in~igorate, there is nothing known to the vegetable kingdom equal to hops. They prominent ingredient in Hops and Malt Bitters. augl4 12d2w
Morning journal and courier., 1882-08-24
Cat Vs. Snake.

On vacant lot on Wooster street, Hart ford, an encounter recently occurred. A family of garter snakes have taken possession of this lot, and Tuesday evening, at about 5:3O, large snake came in contact with 8 maltese cat The fight waxed warm for a while, the snake wrapping itself around the cat and biting it several times The interfer ence of spectators caused nasty retreat of the serpent, much to the relief of puss, who was apparently as good as "gone up," for several hours after the combat The cat was lively as eyer YesterdaY morning.
Morning journal and courier., 1882-08-24
CRCu nlbers.

The cucumber peaceful looking vege- table, but has been the cause of vast amount of intestinal horror. The man who lies awake at night, writhing in pain with stomach full of undigested cucunlbers, wishes this harmless looking enemy of the human race had never been invented. But even for the collie and cramps which the mischieyous cucumber brings on, speedy and certain re- lief is found in Perry Davis Pain Killer Mir. W. H. Abbott, one of the best known men in Saco Maine, says that he has tried many remedies in cases of sudden cramps and bowel disorders, but that he found anything that compares with Pain Killer.
Morning journal and courier., 1882-08-24

By the breaking of the wire rope of the elevator at the New Haven Organ company 8 factory, corner of Bradley and William streets, yesterday forenoon at II o'clock, and the consequent fall of the elevator, MT. Edward Augur, 65 years of age, residing on Chestnut street, had his left leg broken at the ankle. He was going up on the elevator after 8 finished organ. The elevator fell from the second floor to the basement floor, and when it struck it startled the whole es- tablishment. The elevator was but little damaged.
Morning journal and courier., 1882-08-24

Ladies, by using German Corn Remover, can wear "glove fitting" boots with ease and comfort.
Morning journal and courier., 1882-08-24
KraAfnntlN R-aliRVRG

To the rescue Your liver is in trouble, Wheat Bitters will correct it. Remember tEis. au21 12d2w
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The DrnMfh in rEGlia n I |.

Farming in Holland county is very un- profitable this summer, and it looks as if 8 good many farms would change hands. For the labor and money and care expended, the farmer has burnt up pastures, dried up corn and small potatoes to reward him. It's hard, but in some way there may be a special prov idence in it. Things look in a deplorable state all about Rockville. In few moist but the bulk of it is being cut for fodder. Even the tobacco crop is failure. For weeks there have prevailed strong winds even in the 'feverish heat" which combined influence has pumped every drop of moisture out of every growing thing.
Morning journal and courier., 1882-08-24
A TH.Ot,

A trot is being arranged to take place at Hamilton Park in this city on September between the Ansonia horses that recently trotted at Meadowside Park, Milford. The last race was not satisfactory to all the par ties concerned. The money that is to be put up on each horse is $50 this time instead of S25
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Entertain m ents.
SOUATTER SOVEREIGNTY

Next week oh Tuesday and Wednesday evenings, with Wednesday matinee, the great Harrigan and Hart success, entitled ''Squatter Sovereignty" will be presented at the New Haven Opera House by a selected company. This play, which is on the farcical order, has had great run in the metropolis, which is a sufficient guarantee of success in this city. Seats sale at Loomis'
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wILLIMANTIo CAMP MEETING.

At the Willimantic camp meeting Tuesday the services included the 8. m. meeting at the stand led by Rev. w. w. Ellis, preach ing at 10 by Rev. Dr. L. l.. Baldwin, of the China mission, on China missionary work a meeting of the Women's For eign missionary society at l o'clock with an address by Mrs Baldwin, sermon by Rev w P. Stoddard of Hockanum exhortation by Rev. B. w. Gorham and preaching in the evening by Rev. w. M. Bray of East Green wich. A regular routine has been adopted in the following form Preaching services at 1C a.. m. and and P. m. prayer meeting is held at the stand at o'clock in the morning and meetings are held in the tents at in the morning and at in the evening.
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PINE GROVE CAMP MEETING.

Situated on the line of the Housatonie rail road, midway between Ashley Falls and Ca naan, Ct., is the beautiful grove in which the Poughkeepsie district camp meeting of the New York conference is being held. The meeting is in charge of Rev. 4. H. Ferguson, the presiding elder of the district genial, kind hearted man, who will do his best to make the meeting 8 success and will no doubt succeed. The services of the camp meeting commenced last evening, although there we re services there in the morning and afternoon of Tuesday. There were three hundred per sons on the ground Tuesday residing in the different cottages Quite number came on the train from Bridgeport yesterday morning and others keep coming from different direc- tions, so that by this time to day the attend ance will no doubt have become very consid- erably increased
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PlainVille Camp Meeting.
A Sylvan City Full of InhabitHnts-The Daily Exercises-Sevenry-T Tents Up and Occupted--Gtocd Preaching.

CAMP GROUND,
 PL4INyILIE, Conn, Tuesday,
 o'clock p. Ill. A few days ago these grounds, milo from any railroad station,-on 6 by country road in the midst of a dense growth of chestnut, oak and ash, must have filled any chance traveller with solemnity at it's loneli- ness, but now are full of life.--a sylvan city full of inhabitants. We rise at in the morning, breakfast at = prayer meeting in the tents at s; public preaching at 10; din ner at 12; meeting in tents at 1. The price of board at the boarding tent is 30cts. for supper, 4Octs. for breakfast and 50cts. for dinner, or dollar per day if tickets are bought which is less than at first intended large number of preachers arc on the ground and the weather is delightful.
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Morning journal and courier., 1882-08-24

Commencing on Monday, August 18th, pr. Hale of Edinburgh, Scotland will commence 8 course of five illustrated lec' ures on health at Carlrs Opera House. The subject for the first lecture will be Diseases of the Throat and Lungs" To those suffering from throat or lung diseases a better opportunity of en- lightenment could not be presented Pro- lessor Hale comes highly recommended by the continental press as a man of ability. His lectures will be fully illustrated by power ful stereopticon. Tickets are now on sale at Loomis'.
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5 uTnnler Notes.


 Col. John G. Healey is back from Saratoga, also Wm. M. Geary, of the Town Agents office; and W. l.. Mix, of Klock's drug store, starts to day on weeks vacation.
 L. Drolle, of the Montgomery Guard, Charleston, s. o., is in Hartford, the guest of the Hillyer Guard.
 E. s. Bradley, of Cleveland, O., 8 son of the late Wm. T. Bradley, is in town for a short time.
 George c. Blandin, of the Adams Express company, leaves here soon to take charge of the office in New Britain, succeeding Agent Pierson, who is to run as messenger between Hartford and Boston.
 Messrs. Waller and Mather, of New Lon don, are back from their European trip. Blind Tom, who gave 8 concert here some going to Newport.
 Mrs. w. H. Hummer and daughter, of An sonia, are at the White Mountains.
 Dr. Baldwin, formerly of Ansonia, and who practices in Florence, Italy, has been spend ing his two months vacation in Vienna MT. and Mrs. Egbert Bartlett, of Ansonia, return from Saratoga Springs today. Col. David Torrance and family, of Bir- rningham, have returned from the White Mountains
 Dwight J. Downes, the Birmingham butch CT, has been at Ocean Grove for few weeks past for his health, and has returned not much improved.