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Morning journal and courier., 1882-03-30
The Big Purchase of Shore Front.

The extensive purchase of shore front below Savin Rock creates much talk in West Haven, Woodmont, Merwin Point and Mil ford. The parties who have been engaged in purchasing have secured many shore tracts below Savin Rock, and below Oyster River and all the way to Merwin's Point. A few parties would not sell and hence some tracts intervene between the tracts bought. All sorts of rumors prevail The parties pur- chasing are reported to be big capitalists of New York, who think little of spending a hundred thousand dollars. As there is depth of water off the shore all along, sufficient to float big ocean steamers, some big coaling enterprise is mentioned. The Naugatuck Valley Sentinel says:
 It seems to be certain that some extensive movements are being made at Merwin' s Point, Milford, the full object of which has not as yet been made public. Land to the value of $129, 900 has been bonded, some of it at forr or five times it's very recently con sidereG value. Birmingham parties owning lots on the shore have been given to under stand that they could have their own prices paid for their property, if the project, what ever it may be, goes through Governor Jewell and other prominent Connecticut gen. tlemen, together with the Lotus club of New York are mentioned in connection with the movement, which is without doubt something looking toward the establishment of some sort of a summer resort, where mosquitoes will not be as thick as at 8 certain other place that has been tried.
Morning journal and courier., 1882-03-30
LOCAL NEWS.
----~------- Brief Mention

Masons helpers propose to strike fol $2.6O day. They now get $2.
 An auction sale to-day at 12:3O, noon, a 113 Exchange street of two family house See advertisement.
 An interesting and instructive lecture or prophecy will be given at Wier's Hall this evening, free of charge.
 The ladies of the Summerfeld M E. church will hold fair every night this weeI at Days Hall, corner of Broadway and Yorl street.
 Plans for the new Congregational parsop age in Ansonia are being prepared, and the ladies hope soon to have the building under contract.
 Deacon William H. Corwin died suddenly of pneumonia at his residence, near Ansonia on Sunday night. He served in Sherman'f army on the 'March to the Sea.
 Mrs. Sarah, widow of the late Elisha New. ton, of Durham, and mother of Mrs. Henry Ward, of Hartford, died in Durham on Mon day last, aged s7 years and months.
 About 100 persons will go from this city to witness the prize fight, to take place tonight in NeW IorK clty, between Donanue anC Sweeney. A number went down on the boats last night.
 An ecclesiastical council was held in Ok ford Tuesday, the result being that Rev. MT. Snow was advised to remain with his charge at Oxford, such being the hearty wish of his Oxford people. He had been called to Bethlehem.
 Dr. W. o. Ayres delivers the second in the course of five Familiar Talks. in the hall of the Young Mems Christian association this evening at o'clock, subject "The machinery and process of digestion" Admission to men only by ticket, to be obtained free at Ahe rooms
Morning journal and courier., 1882-03-30
CoEnUIEntentar Sociable,

The complimentary sociable given by the uniformed members of Golden Rule En. campment No. 24, l. o. o. F., last night at Union armory was a very successful affair, atfording an occasion for social enjoyment ot
 which very large party availed themselves. The members were present in uniform, also
 many visiting brethren of other encamp.
 ments in this city, Bridgeport, Meriden and
 Waterbury, and many prominent Odd Eel lows A large party was engaged in the dancing which lasted into the wee sma' hours. The affair gave great satisfaction.
 New Haven's Manufacturing Interests The Common Council committee on the subject of our manufacturing interests held meeting last evening, considering the prop osition to relieve from taxes for five years any new manufacturing concern locating in this city. The committee, owing to the i'm portance of the subject, (which, as will be observed elsewhere, was taken hold of by our Chamber of Commerce yesterday,) de- cided to have public hearing on the subjecs at an early day.
Morning journal and courier., 1882-03-30
Fam erals.

The funeral of Mrs Lucius R. Finch took place at the First M. E. church yesterday af ternoon at 5:3O o'clock. There were very beautiful floral tributes. Rev. Mir. Buck of ficiated The bearers were Henry Hale, the carriage manufacturer; F. E. Harrison, ot the Gas company; c. s. Leete, president ot the Mechanics bank; Philo Chatfield, the builder; c. L. Baldwin, of Sargent's and w. H. Eaton.
 The funeral of George Gardiner took place from the St. John street church yesterday afternoon, and was attended by City Lodge, I. O. o. F., and by many members of the church, where deceased had attended so many years. Rev. MT. Harris officiated. The remains were inferred in Evergreen ceme. tery. The following members of City Lodge were pail bearers: J. M. D. Hendrick, Will liam Chipman, A. s. Lyon, N. Countryman, H. H. Wellman and J. P. Morrow.
 The funeral of the late Capt. Jacob G. Phile takes place this afternoon at 3 o'clock from the late residence of deceased on Will liam street.
 The funeral of Atwater Treat takes place this afternoon at 3 o'clock from the North church. The remains may be viewed at the church from half-past to 3.
Morning journal and courier., 1882-03-30

Cooksey's English Hat. For spring, 1882, now ready at STEVENS G5 BROOKS, 273 Chapel street. Youlnan's Celebrated Hats, All the new colors, at
 STEVENS & BROOKS, 273 Chapel street.
Morning journal and courier., 1882-03-30
A SurpriGe Party.

On Monday afternoon and evening, not withstanding the tedious storm of wind and rain, quite large company of ladies and gentlemen called at the residence of Deacon and Mrs. William Hull at Clinton, loaded down with the good things of this life to the perfect surprise of Mir. and Mrs. Hull, on her birthday, and yet none the less joyous to that dear old couple, who have spent more than fifty one years of married life.
 But for the storm the house would have been filled; as it was, some forty to fifty sat down to two splendid tables we'll filled with all the good things, and partook of the same with grateful hearts to the giver of all our earthly blessings The birthday loaf, beau tiful one by Mrs. Kelsey, was ernamented with a good-luck horse shoe, and in the cen ter the figures CID.
 The music and singing by Miss Adelaide Stur- ges, assisted by Mrs Pelton and Miss Oracle A. Buell., was just right and fully appreciated by everyone present. I noticed from your city daughter of Mrs. Hull, Mrs. John N Post, together with 8 little grandson, also her son-in law, MT. Charles Bradley, and her grandson little Charlie, and others And while without there may have been storm and tempest, within all were joyous and happy, Among the presents was one of golden bril- liancy and far seeing beauty May they long live and enjoy many more visits of the same kind CLINTON
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Last Of the Stoddnrd Lectures Tonight. Mir. Stoddard's closing lecture this even- ing will present an exceedingly interesting series of views of the many scenes of classic fame in Athens. The bent of MT. Stoddard' s mind induces him to do loving justice to the land of culture. The last half of the even ing is devoted to entirely different, yet not less interesting localities. There is glamour about places famous in Bible history that is not always borne out on personal inspection, but Jerusalem and it's vicinity, as it looks to-day,i is faithfully portrayed and graphically illustrated. It is matter of regret that there are no more of MT. Stoddard's charm ing entertainments to come
Morning journal and courier., 1882-03-30
Qe1r 8arrn 99a1ly
Board of Public Works.

The Temple Street Watter-Tho Late Con- tract-The Corporation COunse1's Opfn-
 toIl-Animated Discussion.
 4 regular meeting of the Board of Pubic
 Works was held last evening. Present,
 His Honor Mayor Robertson (presidlng),
 Messrs. Pond, Coleman, Joyce, Feldman,
 Sargent and Gilbert.
 The matter of widening and straightening
 Temple street was taken up. Charles Me
 Lane, representing the Temple street Con-
 gregational society, appeared and objected to the taking of the land without the society
 was reasonably compensated. John G. North, one of the trustees, also appeared. He said the property was heavily
 mortgaged He was in favor of the enter prise if the church was not taxed therefor, l for loss of land.
 l Charles Shelton and William D. Beyan op- l posed the widening and extension. 1 Alfred Hoadley favored the project. l M. F. Tyler, representing the Electric 1 Light company, said that his company had abandoned their building project on Temple
 street, and they therefore had nothing to say regarding the movement. 1 Johnson T. Platt favored the improvement. 1 He believed that 1t would afford additional 1 and easy means of communication to the de- 1 pot and Savin Rock. He thought the work l should be carried out at the earliest possible | moment.
 1 On motion of President Pond the layout | as proposed was recommended. 1 Willis G. Judson declined the position of I inspector of the Howard avenue pavement,
 and George Umberfeld and John Good ap- 1 piled for the place. MT. Good was appoint l ed at salary of $3 per day. Superintendent Andrus asked for a smal ! increase of salary, which was referred to the 1 committee on parks.
 l The opinion of Corporation Counsel St dard in regard to the right of the Board ot 1 Public Works to contract for street cleaning 1 was read. He stated that they had righ ! to make such contract provided they kept within the limits of the appropriation fol
 street cleaning purposes. As the unex l pended balance was only about $1S,O00 i led to change in the time of the contract. 1 The question of cleaning streets by con ! tract came up again and considerable discus sion followed, in which MT. Sargent and Mir l Pond took the leading part. It was finally 1 voted that the new contract offered by c. W 1 Blakeslee & Son should be accepted, whicl 1 was to do the work for SIC, 1000 from Apri } 1st to December 1st.
 1 Mir. Sargent inquired of Mr. Pond if ht would sign the contract with Blakeslee & Son l MT. Pond said that he should prefer not tc sign the bond as he thought he would be
 misrepresented if he did so. He preferred l that some other member should do so ai agent.
 ! Mir. Sargent then moved that Mr. Joyce bs empowered to sign as agent for the Board ! which was passed.
 Alexander Rida was appointed engineer O. ] the road roller for the ensuing year. Ad journed
Morning journal and courier., 1882-03-30

Overalls and jumpers 38c. OAK HALT
Morning journal and courier., 1882-03-30
Committee on Claims.

The Committee on Claims held a meeting in rooms 10 and Il City Hall last evening and heard the petitions of Ann Lowe and James McGowen for damages from injury to person. Also the petition of Francis Taylor for abatement of sewer assessment.
 The committee voted to recommend that $7 be returned to Louisa M. Spencer, whe was illegally assessed.
 In reference to the order requiring the Corporation Counsel to sue delinquent tax payers when requested to do so by the tax collector, the committee voted to refer the order back to the Court of Common Coun- eil
Morning journal and courier., 1882-03-30
NestyiIIa M. D. Chearch.

The friends and parishioners of Rev. s. K. Smith, pastor of the M. E. church of West vile, waited upon him at his residence on Tuesday evening, March 28th in very en- joyable surprise and donation visit. Among the more memorable features of the occa- sion was the presentation to Rev. and Mrs. Smith of an elegant family Bible, published by Phillip S Hunt, New York. During Mir. Smiths brief pastorate of only one year his people have learned to appreciate his kind and faithful services, and are earnestly de string his return to them after conference, which commences April 9th.
Morning journal and courier., 1882-03-30
Thursday Morning, March 30, 1882.

NEW 4 ADVERTISEMENTS TO-DA y Bargains-Hub Blue Store Boys Spring Overcoats-At Oak Hall Buchupaiba-At Druggists. Bottled ider-E. E. Hall X Son. Cheap Line of Hosery-B J. Stone Chittren's C1othing-At Oak Hall. Children's Carriages Cowles C.. Tair-Summerheld M. E. Church. Fire Insurance-A E. Dudley & Son. For --Tenement-2 20 Vernon Street. For Sale Greenhouss-2O Wooster Street Grand Openfpg-C. E. Longley x Co. Hosiery-B J. Stone Knee Pants-At Oak Hall Probate Notice--Estate Of Eliza Donnell Probate Notice-Applicatton of Isaac S. Dickerman. Ready made Clothing-At Oak Hall. Rough on Rats-At Druggists'. School Suits-At Oak Hall. Table Cutlery-At Northrop's. The Bride of Lammermoor-Evarts Cutler. Velocipedes 70, Cowles x Co. Wanted Starcher-Yale Steam Laundry. Wanted-Agent-Lees Gas Governor Co., Wanted-Agents-M. W. Manning Co. Wanted-Young Man-''J. P" Wanted-Engageme -"Miss B." Wanted-Young Man-P O. Box ,217. Wanted-Nurse Girl 119 Park Street. -Situation-"Robert" Wanted-9tuation-"Boo Wanted-Situation-J. E. Burtt. ted-Situation-Louis A. Riley. Wanted-Situation-95 Putnam Street. Wanted -Stuation-295 East Street. Wanted Situation-2 Grand Street. Wanted -Stuation-l2l Grand Street. Wels' Health Renewer-At Druggists. Wheat Bitters-At Druggists.
Morning journal and courier., 1882-03-30
INDICATIONS FOR TO-DAY.

WAR DEPAkThEFT,
 0sFIdG OF THE CHIEF SIGNAL OFFICER,
 WARRINGTON, D. O.. March 30-1 A. M. ) For New England, warmer south winds, partly cloudy weather light rains in northern portion fall ing followed by rising barometer, and by Friday morning colder northwest winds.
 For the Middle States, southwest winds local rains in northern portion falling barome- ter, followed by fair and cooler weather northwest winds md rising barometer.
Morning journal and courier., 1882-03-30
Jury Summoned.

The following persons have been drawn as jurors for the next term of the criminal court, which begins next Tuesday, and be- fore which the Malley murder trial will be held. Additional jurors will probably have to be found for the Malley trial.
 Bethany-Wilbur D. Lounsbury Evelyn o. Pardee Chesnire-John Miles, Loren D. Moss, Levi Doo- little, Henry Hotchk1ss
 Hamden-Cullen B. Foote Jesse Cooper. silas Ben- ham.
 North Branford-James IT. Linsley Virgil H. Rose North Hayen-Merwin Tuttie, George W. Smith. Onord-Albert D. Smith, John Haiger, Frank Nichols.
 Mnndhridna ot aIos
Morning journal and courier., 1882-03-30
asHn fInnv

Asmallpox epidemic in Unionville is feared.
 There are five or six cases of the disease in the town. The Selectmen have closed some
 of the streets and have ordered general is felt at present.
Morning journal and courier., 1882-03-30
Lenten DfSCOurSeS.

The Lenten discourse at St. Paul's church last evening was delivered by Rev. Dr. Vib- bert of Fair Haven, subject, "The obser- vance of Sunday About 800 people were present. The discourse was listened to with wrapt attention. Present assisting in the ex- ercises were Rev. Dr. Beardsley, Rev. Messrs. Denslow, Babcock and Sanford. At the close two young ladies and one young man were baptized. Rev. Mir. Sanford, of Westville, breaches the next in the series of sermons next Wednesday evening, April 5th.
Morning journal and courier., 1882-03-30
West Haven,

Mrs. Burnett's elocution class gave ex- hibition Tuesday evening in the lecture room of the Congregational church. A correspond ent says: 'Tt was perfect success. Great praise is due to Mrs. Burnett as her pupils gave evidence of her perfect ability as a teacher of elocution. Several of the scholars gave readings that were executed finely. Masters Willis Somers Eddie Blakeslee, Master Burnett, Miss Nettie Baldwin, little Edith Brooks, the pet of the class,-these were the names of some who spoke, showing large talent. Mrs. Burnett, the teacher, also gave reading entitled The Duchess Mary It was rendered very finely indeed. We hope Mrs. B. may be successful in forming large classes':
Morning journal and courier., 1882-03-30
Shelton Borough Election.

The first election under the new charter was held in Shelton Tuesday afternoon, and resulted in a Republican victory. Three tickets were in the field, one a straight Re- publican, and considerable interest was man. ifested. In all 87 votes were cast, these elect ing the candidates as follows, all being Re publican, except when otherwise stated:
 Warden-C. H. Nettleton, 86.
 Burgesses-H. Warming 56; Henry N. Boards ley, 55 F. w. Curtiss, A; w. J. Morse (D) 40; J. H. Beard (D) %.
 Treasurer-Joseph Arnold s6
 Assessors-W. E. Hine, 81; J. C. Buckingham (Dl 47; James A. Bradley 48
 Bsiiff-Wm Ford, 66.
Morning journal and courier., 1882-03-30
GOODWIN AND wEATHERsBY.

This evening the talented couple, Mr. N. C. Goodwin, jr., and Eliza Weathersby, will give for the first time in this city the ''Mem- Der for Slocum" and tomorrow evening ''Hobbies' at the Carll Opera Houss. An exchange says: Mrs N. c. Goodwin (Eliza Weathersby) has recently returned from Eu- rope, where she spent several months in search of health-she found it-and is now as fresh and winsome as daisy. ''Nat'' and his charming wife, supported by an excellent company, are reaping fresh laurels and draw ing crowded audiences everywhere with their side-splitting new comedy entitled 'The Member for Slocum."
Morning journal and courier., 1882-03-30

new and beautiful engraving from the original picture by J. E. Millais, engraved by T. Oldham Barlow. It is companion to the Fife Deans by same masters. An artists proof may be seen at Cutters art store.
Morning journal and courier., 1882-03-30
EKl About Ten Days

The enlargement and Improvements of the Hub Blue Store, 112 Church street, will be completed. Meanwhile their business is in full blast ip their salesrooms, up stairs and down stairs Don't fail to see their bargains
Morning journal and courier., 1882-03-30
Steamer storm

The steamer ''Sterm," recently sold in New London for $2,OOO at the bankrupt sale of the Hartford steamers, is to be overhauled and fitted up, and will this season ply be- tween New London and Fishers Island stop- ping at way stations en route.
Morning journal and courier., 1882-03-30
Table LiIleIxS,

Table Linens.
 We have gone through our stock of Table Linens and laid out a number of pieces which we resolved to close out at loss, Ill order to make room for other goods. They are all first class Scotch and English makes, and are in good order and as we have marked them down from 15 to 90 per cent, there will be for few days somo very great bargains to be got. Marking down staple goods like these, which are saleable all the year round, is thing very seldom done, and housekeepers likely to need fine table linens soon should not miss the chance. They are mostly high priced goods
 m29 2teod J. N. ADAM < Co.
 Oyeralls and iumnorS 3Sc OAK HALL,
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EnEA a,Psg5 Hearty.

The grandfather of E. R. Freeman, jewell CT of MiddIetown, is in that city making him a visit. He is 92' years old and came from New London on the cars alone. He is as hale and hearty as most men at 60 years.
Morning journal and courier., 1882-03-30
Decline of M an.

Nervous Weakness, Dyspepsia, Impotence, Sexual Debility, cured by ''Wells Health Re- newer" $1, Depot 289 State street.
Morning journal and courier., 1882-03-30

On Wednesday and Thursday of this week, our opening days, we expect to make one of the finest displays of boys and children's clothing that has ever been made in the coun- try. All are invited.
Morning journal and courier., 1882-03-30
Hartford Politics.

The Hartford Republicans have nominated the following ticket For Mayor, Morgan C.. Bulkeley; city clerk, Joseph $. Forsythe :; collector, A. H. Embler; auditor, Ezra Clark; treasurer, c. c. Strong city marshal, Thom- as Longdon.
 The Democrats have nominated their can didates for Councilmen and Aldermen, and nominate their city ticket this evening.
Morning journal and courier., 1882-03-30
Flies and Bugs.

Cheapest line of hosiery ever shown in New haven can be found at Stone's, 352 Chapel, corner Church.
Morning journal and courier., 1882-03-30
90yurrring agmnra1 and Gunrier,
Knee pants, Csc to $1.75, at Oak Hall.
i Rare Chance.

J. N. Adam Go. have marked down lot of fine table linens to prices less than whole sale value. It IS net often that such staple goods are reduced to such an extent.
 m2S 2teod
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Kidney Disease.

Poor digestion frequently causes trouble which is all impossible when Wheat Bitters" are used. m3O l2t
Morning journal and courier., 1882-03-30

Pain, Irritation, Retention, Incontinence, Deposits, Gravel, etc., cured by "Buchu- paiba" $1. Depot 289 State street.
Morning journal and courier., 1882-03-30

A citizen of the Quaker City, Mir. F. Freed living at 122 Vine St., recently spoke as fol- lows; Being afflicted with distressing cough, Dr. Bulls Cough Syrup was recom- mended to me for relief. am happy to say that few doses not only gave me instant relief, but effected a complete cure.''
Morning journal and courier., 1882-03-30
EmfgrantS.

Sixty Swedes passed through yesterday going to Portland, some to work in the quarries, and others at tin factory there They arrived yesterday morning from New York on the Continental There were about 90 women and children in the party, who rode up from the boat in two large trucks
Morning journal and courier., 1882-03-30
Death of Alfred Todd.

Alfred Todd died yesterday morning at 5 o'clock at his home on Norton street after 8 1 lingering illness. Deceased was a native of Northford and in early life did business 1 there. About 40 years ago he came to New Haven and was in business with his brother
 Ambrose under the firm name of A. < A. Todd. At one time the firm occupied the old city market, which was torn down to | make room for the depot, and they built street, opposite the depot. It was built with several stalls in it, being originally intended for market house. After doing business there for some time they moved into the old red sandstone building, known as the Mul" ford place on State street, which was sold to MerWin < Son ann was torn down to make
 way for s. E. Merwin & Sons block. Mir. Todd built the Henry street slaughter and packing house. part of which is now owned by S. E. Merwin & Son and part by F. s. Andrew. He also built the building on State street occupied by David Cowell as ] dining rooms and restaurant and by Cannon 1 the stove dealer. It is now owned by H. M. 1 WeIch. His largest building enterprise was | the Todd building on the corner of State and Elm streets, partly or perhaps wholly owned 1 now by 8 Norwich bank. This was erected 1 about 1870. It was built in the flush times,
 which were followed by the panic and gen.
 eral business depression, and shortly after 1 ward deceased became insolvent, some of
 his business troubles being mixed up with 1 the affairs of the Judson Brothers. The de- 1 ceased had for number of years been en-
 gagged in real estate speculations, but was un-
 able to regain his former prosperity. He
 was man of great energy, sagacity and bus
 mess ability, and his failures were such as
 have evertaken many man of superior abil- 1 ity, when overtaken by sudden business | depression. Independence, self-reliance and | energy characterized him and won for him | the respect of his fellow men, qualities l which were mingled with kind traits and the
 qualities pertaining to 8 good citizen. He
 will be remembered by many with sincere
 heartfelt regard. He for years was mep-
 Der of St. Thomas church and of late years
 worshiped at the Episcopal church, West
 vile. He was GS years of age. The deceased | had two brothers-Ambrose, who Is a
 farmer in Fair Haven, and Charles, who
 lives in Iowa. One of his daughters is the
 wife of F. A. Gilbert and the other of Joel
 F. Gilbert, the latter being now foreman for 1 S. E. Merwin & Son. Mr. Todd's three sons
 are Theron A. Todd, first selectman of Wood | bridge; Alison B. Todd, manufacturer of
 springs on Winchester avenue, and Edward,
 who recently was member of corset man
 ufacturing company doing business on State street.