Morning journal and courier., 1883-03-08

Hartford Exclusively-T The MetropOlt-
 tam Gas Company-MOre Agitation of
 the License Law-Other Matters of In-
 terest.
 HARTFORD, March z. Especial correspondence of JOURNAL AND CouRrER.l
 The approach to the Capitol this morning was one of the most disagreeable that has been observed since the opening day of the session The wind was cold and piercing and the light snow came with much force in to the faces of the pedestrians as they plod- ded their way through the snow that filled the walk in many places It was great re- lief to get within the protecting walls of the Capitol where there are no prevailing storms except those that occasionally occur between members while discussing questions of more or less importance in the halls of legislation. The business in the Senate, as usual, was dis posed of promptly, but little debate follow ing the various measures under considera- tion In the House. however, there was the usual ventilation of opinions by different members. The topic of debate in the House this morning was on making the "sole capi- tar' the place where all sessions of the Su- preme court shall in the future be held. Mr. Sumner, of Hartford, led the element that favored the bill, but with all his eloquence and persuasive power he could not make the majority believe as he did himself. MT. Law, of New Haven, made a strong speech in opposition to the bill and the arguments he advanced in opposition to the proposed change were not successfully answered. When the vote came to be taken Hartford and it's representative, backed py all the legal talent of the city, were buried out of sight, and the mourners outside or Hartford were few. There was but little committee work done this afternoon, al- though some of the committees were ln ses- sion for the purpose of hearing few minor cases and of deciding upon some of those that had previously been heard. It was ex- pected that the Committee on Cities and Boroughs would hear those in favor of the bill granting permission to the Metropolitan Gas company to lay gas pipes in the streets of New Haven and furnishing gas to the citi zens of the same. It will be recollected that this company tried to get similar bill through two years ago, but they met with an inRlorious defeat. Ex Judge Lynde Harrison was present to look after the in- terests of the New Haven Gas company, but his services were not needed as the friends of the Metropolitan company did not put in an appearance It is now thought that this com pany will not make any fight this year, but will simply ask that the bill be continued to the next General Assembly. The hearing was adjourned until to morrow, the commit tee desiring to give the petitioners an oppor- tunity to be heard if they so desire.
 There was further hearing before the Temperance committee this afternoon on ho roroo1 oF nf fha nf the present license law, the bills under. consider ation being those that were discussed on Tuesday afternoon. Among those who ap- peared to-day was Charles l.. Bollman, oi New Haven, who made strong plea in favor of the bill under consideration.
 Following is the business transacted in the Senate and House today.
 The Senate.
 The Senate was called to order at 1O:30 by Lieutenant Governor Sumner. Prayer was offered by Chaplain Parker.
 After concurring in the reference of sun dry petitions and committee reports from the House, the Senate concurred in the House amendments to the bill requiring teachers tc annually report to the State board of educa tion what branches of study are being taught in the common schools.
 MT. Alsop was appointed on the conference committee on the bill to prevent fishing 1T Mill river.
 Mr. Baker-Bin authorizing the State treasurer to issue $1, 900, ,O00 of State bonds for the purpose of redeeming the per cent bonds which mature January l, 1884. Int bonds are to bear B per cent. interest, pay able at the Treasurer's office semi-annuall! on the first days of January and July. Int Senator explained that the bill was new busi ness, but it's importance justified his movint suspension of the rule and its reference tC the Committee on Finance; so ordered. Committee reports were received and ta bled for calendar as follows
 Judiciary, Chairman Scofeld-Unfavorabl on Senate bill 71, that in action for a hbe the defendant may give proof of intention calendar.
 Finance, Chairman Baker-Favorable ol Senate bill 5S relating to the adjustment anC settlement of taxes due the town and city O Bridgeport. Also favorable on Senate bil 19, in relation to the laying and collection O taxes in Bridgeport calendar. Business on the calendar was disposed 0 as follows:
 Resolution amending the charter of Trinity college. Mir. Colt explained that the amend ment gave the college the same power as now held by Yale college, allowing the alumni tc take part in the election of trustees The resolution passed.
 Prohibiting the taking of fish from Lake Wononscopomac, Lakeville, or from Lake Washinee, Chapinville, between November 18th and June 18th, under penalty of $3( or twenty days imprisonment, or both passed.
 Prohibiting the use of 8 seine or any con trivance other than hook or line in FresI pond, Stratford, under penalty of fine oi 1925 or imprisonment for 30 days, or both passed.
 Bill relating to exemptions from foreigr attachments. The bill was framed to reme dy the evil. Under the present law mi nor's earnings must pay for the fathers rum or any other debt. The new bill allows the minor his wages when working apart from the parents, and his earnings can only be taken for the debts of the parents when con, tracted for the necessaries of life. The bill passed.
 Act authorizing the board of police com missioners of any city to sell at public auc. ton articles found or recovered by the off, cers while in the discharge of their duties. A description of the articles as are Of the ap- praised value of five dollars or more, to be advertised at least once week, for four con secutive weeks, and the proceeds Of the sale. after deducting the expenses, to be paid to the city treasurer, who shall keep the same as a separate fund to be used and applied for the relief of sick, injured or disabled police men, and which shall.be expended under the direction of the commissioners. The bill passed.
 On motion of Senator Yale, the Senate ad- iourned until Thursday at 10:30 a. m.
 The House.
 The House was called to order at 1O:3O by Speaker Pine. Prayer by Rev. A. J. Sage.
 The petition of Richard Bradley and oth- ,rs, in aid of bill for construction at grade .ailroad crossings Railroads was refe rred. New husinesa was disDosed of as follows