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Morning journal and courier., 1883-11-13
A Public Loss.

The Late OrsOn w. Stow, of southIngton.
 The death of Mir. Orson W. Stow, of South ington on Saturday evening, was an unex- pected shock to the citizens of the town, and few were even aware that he had been i'll. He had been i'll with severe cold contracted while assisting at the recent fire in Huntsville but Saturday morning felt improved and walked out. About half-past 6 o'clock that evening he was seized with a paroxysm, which, however, was no worse than many others that he had suffered from. Medical aid was summoned, but he became rapidly worse, and about o'clock complained of se- were pains in his side, and in 8 few minutes was dead. Dr. Osborne, his attending phy- sicien, pronounced the cause of his death to be rheumatism of the heart.
 Mir. Stow was born in Rocky Hill, Conn.,, May 30, 1920. He graduated from Yale col lege in 1916 and from the Divinity school in 1849. Before applying for ordination his study, which resulted in his giving himself ultimately to the business of manufacturing.
 He has always been successful inventor. At the time of his death he was vice presi- dent of the Peck, Stow and Wilcox Manu- featuring company which office he has held
 
 president of the Southington Water compa- ny and was one of the organizers of the project. He was director in the Southing- ton National bank, the Puetz & Walkley Manufacturing company and the Etna Nut company.
 His death is greatly regretted and is se- we're loss to Southington. Everywhere in the town expressions of sorrow are heard. Deceased for four years represented the town in the legislature from '73 to IT. He was firm Republican, but genial and kindly hearted opponent. He was married June 13, 1849, to Miss Sarah Walkley, and leaves by her two children, Frank, about twenty years of age, and daughter, now married to W. H. Cumming, of the firm of Clark Brothers of Milldale; also an adopted daughter, Miss Fan nie Walkley.
 The funeral services will take place this afternoon at half-past one o'clock, at the Huntsville Congregational church, of which the deceased was lifelong member. All the factories in town will be closed to day in re- spect to hi. memory.
Morning journal and courier., 1883-11-13
Taylor Congr.gationaI Church.

A series of gospel meetings will commence at the Taylor Congregational church, Rev. D. W. Clark pastor, on Tuesday evening, No vember 18th, aud continue until December 18th, excepting Mondays and Saturdays and Thanksgiving week. The meetings will commence at 73O o'clock and very cordial invitation is extended to all to be present.
 Caught His Foot in n FrOG-Terrible Ac-
 cident to a New Haven Brakeman.
 brakeman named George Hall, of New Haven, was run over yesterday afternoon while at work coupling cars on the New York, New Haven and Hartford road near the branch at Windsor street, Hartford, crushing his right leg from the foot to the hip He accidentally caught his foot in the frog and was unable to extricate himself. The car moved down upon him, crushing him in fearful manner. He was removed to the hos pital, where hip joint amputation had to be performed The chances for his recovery are considered small. He is young man of per- haps g or 24 years of age and son of Josiah Hall, night porter at the depot in Meriden.
Morning journal and courier., 1883-11-13
Deborah Lodge.

sociabIe was held in Turn Hall last even- ing by Deborah lodge No. 14, which was at tended by about sixty couples The music was by Rosinus' orchestra. The floor man. ager was Henry Rompf. The floor commit tee consisted of D. Prill, Henry Leyerzapf, Harry Klenke and Wm. Rompf.
Morning journal and courier., 1883-11-13
NEW HAVEN, CONN.
Tuesday, November 13. 1883.
NEW ADTERTIsEMENTs TO-DAI

American Cough Drops-At Druggists. Auction Sale-B. Booth. Best Bargains of the Sesson-Bolton Nicely. Board and Rooms-E. Freeman.
 Dr. Bulls Cough Syrup-At Druggists'. Fall and Winter Millinery-Mias M. E. J. Byrnes. For Rent-Rooms-1S3 Bradley Street. For Sale -Houses-Dexter Alden.
 Hand Made Shoes-W. B. Fenn AE Co. Hop Plsster-At Druggists'.
 Instantaneous Process-RockYood. Lost-Dog-78 College Street. Lost or Stolen-Boat-James Wa'ksr. Lunch and Oyster Saloon-Lewis Lewinson. Money 6aved-John Kerley.
 Opening This Evening-Windsor Hotel. Wanted-S2O O0O-City Real Estate Ofhce. Hamilton Street. Wanted-Situation- South Street. Orchard Street. Wanted-Situation- Sumner street. Wanted-Situation- East Street. Jefferson Street. White Street. Wanted-Situation-164F Franklin Street. Wanted-Situatiou-M. G. Watches and Jewelry-Wells Gunde.
Morning journal and courier., 1883-11-13
DAMAGE BY THE WIND

A large decayed limb was blown from an elm tree on State street, near Elm, yester- day. It was removed by the police.
 fruit stand on Grand street below Olive was blown into the street and temporarily blocked the passage of horse cars- The de- bris was speedily removed.
 Shanley, the printer on Church street near the City Hall, will find his sign at the police offics. It came tumbIing down last night endangering the safety of passing pedestri-
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Two New Flrs1-CIass Houses.

Mr. Dexter Alden offers for sale on accom- modating terms the two elegant and pleas antly situated houses, Nos. 124 and 126 Wall street. These houses have just been fitted up in very handsome manner and are in every respect desirable buildings. Ses sd-
Morning journal and courier., 1883-11-13

The Messrs. Chadbourne extend an invita- tion to the public to attend the opening of the Windsor Hotel, formerly Rood's, S9 Un- ion street, this evening
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w est Haven.

George E. Todd, residing on Brown street, has quite large collection of old relics which are attracting a great deal of attention. Among the collection are ancient and modern coins in silver, gold and copper dating back to the year 1900. He has also aImanacs dating back over 100 years. Only a few numbers are missing up to this date. He has two large pewter platters and cups which were brought to this country from England by MT. Todd's great grandfather, an old fashioned hook and eye for clock which be- onged to one of the first settlers of Con necticut, one pistol over one hundred years old, also gun made in 176O. There are also four old fashioned mahogany chairs which are over n century old, & sideboard made 14O years ago for the Todd family, and numerous other relics which make the collection very valuable. MT. Todd has 8 great many visi tors who call to see his relics, and be has them all arranged very neatly.
 Mrs. Warren l.. Dill starts for Fargo, Da- kota, tomorrow, to join her husband, who is in the employ of the Northern Pacific rail- road there.
 Ex-Conductor Futile of the West Haven horse railroad will winter again in Florida
Morning journal and courier., 1883-11-13

testify to the great value of the American Cough Drops. They have been of decided value in my family and think everybody ought to keep them in the family in of emergency. A. K Sco- field, ticket agent D. & N R. R., South Norwalk Conn. All druggists sell American Cough Drops st 35 cents bottle. n013eod&1t 2p
Morning journal and courier., 1883-11-13
Cafarrh.

The remarkable results in disease so uni versal and with such variety of character istics as catarrh prove how efectually Hoods Sarsaparilla acting through the blood reaches every part of the human system. A medi- cine, like anything else, can be fairly judged only by it's results. We point with pride to the glorious record Hoods SarsapariIla has entered upon the hearts of thousands of peo- pie 1t has cured of catsrrh.
Morning journal and courier., 1883-11-13
FuneraI of Bernord HeaIv.

The funeral of Bernard Healy, of 73 Sum mer street, took place yesterday morning from St. Patrick's church. A solemn high mass was sung with Rev. Father Kyle cele- brRnt, Rev. Father Russell deacon and Rev. Father Rigney sub deacon. Passing Bells' was beautifully sung by Miss Nora Russell The choir was composed of James McLough- lin, P. Donnelly, P. Gaffney, 0. Smith and Misses K. McGuire, Julia Cohan, Annie Smith. Rev. Father Ryle spoke feelingly of the virtues of the deceased and the lessons to be drawn from his life and death. The pail bearers were T. Moakley, P. Bradley, F. Healy, T. Brennan, J. Fitzgerald and P. Byrne, of Bridgeport In the procession were the members of the firm of E. Stannard & Son and most of their employees
 Dedication of the Northam Memorial Chapel.
 The new and beautiful Northam Memorial chapel at the entrance to Chapel Hill ceme- tery, Hartford, was dedicated yesterday af- ternoon with impressive exercises. Among those who were there were Mrs. Northan1, the widow of MT. Charles H. Northam, his brother, nephew and several other members of the family, General Hawley, James G. Patterson, Nelson HoIlister and great many others. The larger part of the audience was composed of ladies.
 The music was by the choir of Christ church, 0. W. Gaylord organist. The Rev. Drs. Sage and Parker and the Rev. Mir. Nichols occupied the chanceI. Mir. Parker made a beautiful address. MT. James B. Powell, representing Mrs. Northam and as executor of the will of the late 0. Fl. North am, made over the chapel to the cemetery as- sociation, Mir. Rowland Swift making the speech of acceptance.
Morning journal and courier., 1883-11-13
Dedication of the NOrtham Memorial Chapel.

Pug dogs as pets have had their day among the extremely fashionable, but colds never go out of fashion, so that it is always neces- sary to know that Dr. Bulls Cough Syrup is 8 sure cure for all coughs and colds.
Morning journal and courier., 1883-11-13

Schneider Staub, merchant tailors, 407 State street, cordially invite all to call and examine their full line of merchant tailoring at reduced prices. Satisfaction guaranteed.
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Morning journal and courier., 1883-11-13

Fur Robes. Now is the time to get bargains at Stevens $ Brooks, 273 Chapel street. mo Ct
Morning journal and courier., 1883-11-13

Can be bought cheaper of Stevens & Brooks, 273 Chapel street, than any other place.
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Far Robes

Headquarters For Seal Sacques The largest and best assortment of these goods is shown by Stevens S Brooks, 273 Chapel street.
Morning journal and courier., 1883-11-13

Large assortment and low prices at Ste Yens & Brooks.
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Entertainments,

FRIEND AND FOE.
 William J. Scanlan will attract 8 large au- dience this evening at the New Haven Opera House where he plays in 'tFriend and Foe" good play and very interesting. Mir. Scan- lan's songs are very taking.
 The initial performances of the Palmer $ Ulmer Ideal Opera company will be given this week Wednesday and Thursday evenings at the New Haven Opera House. The com pany held very successful dress rehearsal last evening. Secure seats at Mathushek's piano roomJ.
 THE FRENCH LECTURE
 "Haunts and Homes on the Hudson" will be illustrated and described by Harry w. French at the Grand Opera House Wednes- day evening. There ought to be 8 large au- dience drawn together by this lecture.
 THE NEW HAVEN ROLLER SKATING RINK
 The New Haven Roller Skating Riak's opening night last night for the season of 1883 was very successful, the attendance being large, numbering about four hundred ladies and gentlemen and the occasion belt 2 highly enjoyable. The American band fur nished fine music. The new floor, which is of maple, is pronounced unsurI assed. Hand some programmes were furnished. Every- thing betokens a successful season.
 THE zANFRETTAs.
 No better opponents of psntomimic repre- sentation than the Zanfretta family are be- fore tke public to-day, and their debut at the American Theater last evening was greeted by largo and enthusiastic audience. The fine acting of the zanfrettas, both in their specialties and in the pantomimic absurdity tHThe Skeleton Witness" kept the audience in the best of humor and elicited much hear ty laughter and applause Aimee Zanfretta. little tot of four years, was remarkably clever and each time she made her appear ance she was greeted with storms of applause. She has a natural dramatic ability which she inherits from her parents and which prom ises well in the bud. Walter Stanton, the comic vocalist and mimic, and Phillips and Bach were other features of an unusually good variety entertainment which is deserving of liberal patronage during the week.
Morning journal and courier., 1883-11-13
FurLined Garments,

of any description promptly done by thoroughly experienced hands at Stevens & Brooks.
Morning journal and courier., 1883-11-13
Athletic Association so1ree.

About 100 couples danced on the floor of the Connecticut armory last evening to the music of Thomas orchestra, the occasion be- ing the second annual soiree of the Athletic association. This is an association composed of young men and George 0. GoebeI is presi- dent. The vice president is Thomas S. Bir- mingh m. recording secretary Thomas F. Doyle, financial secretary Richard J. Saun- ders, treasurer William F. Shanley. John H. SandIey, Frank A. East, John F. Maher and Peter T. Corcoran are honorary mem bers of the society. George 0. Goebel led the grand march last evening with Miss Kittie Mclaughlin. FIaherty did the prompting It was 8 very pleasant affair and heartily en. joyed by all present.
Morning journal and courier., 1883-11-13
For Fine Lap Robes

go to SteVens G Brooks ,z73 ChapeI street Use BrummeIrs Celebrated Cough Drops.
 The genuine have A. H. B. on each drop. B. H. Douglass & Sons, E. A. Whittlesey, c. s. Leete and Richardson & Co.,, wholesale aPanta. oct3l Pm
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The Hartford Foot Guard will act as escort for the Governor, who will be accompanied by his staff. A division will probably be form ed of old companies from different States,
 acting as escorts to their respective Governors.
Morning journal and courier., 1883-11-13
Driving Gloves.

A good quality of gloves at $l per pair at
Morning journal and courier., 1883-11-13

Horse Blankets At prices that defy all competition. STEVENS S BROOKS, 273 Chapel street. Rubber Coats and Circulars. Prices to suit everybody at Stevens & Brooks, 273 Chapel street. A good seal sacque for $1OO at Stevens & Brooks
The National tribune., 1883-02-08

rated. Overhead were two large flags, which
had for a centre-pieCe an enlarged badge OF
the Order that had been used in the mcmOra-
bic Encampment at Baltimore. The centre
of the stage had an A ten, hnmOrOusly in
scribed "Bummers' Den" Within was mat
trass and burning candle. In front was a large
stuffed turkey such as the boys used to "cOn-
fiscate in days long ago. At either side of the
stage We're Gatling guns and on a line to the
rear four stacks of muskets and stands OF
colors. At their bases were groupings of KNAPP
sacks. The entire arrangement was grace
full and appropriate. In the boxes and galleries
was q large gathering of ladies and gentlemen.
Colts band occupied central position i'll the
gallery. Nearly 600 persons Were at the table.
Among those seated at the table were Lieu
tcnant-GovernOr Sumner, Secretary OF State
Northrop, Comptroller SlOat, General Colt eX-
Governor Jewell, COmmandcr-in-ChiefP Paul
Van DervOort, Chaplain-in-Chief /. NJ. Foster,
Adiutant- General +. +. Brown, Past Adiutant-
General Robert b. Beath, of Philadelphia,
Commander J. O. Smith, of Wilcox Post, John
L. Rice and Andrew J. Wright, of the same,
Comrade +. NJ. Shaw, Inspector of the Depart
mcnt Of Maine. General William Il. Bulkcley
on behalf Of Tyler and Lyon Posts, q. \. r,
extended a graceful welcome TO the visitors,
which was responded to by Department Com
mandcr Hicks and by Post Commander Smith,
OF Sprinfield. After the repast, addresses were
Governor Sumner, COmmandcr-in-ChiefP Paul
Van DcrvoOrt, of Omaha, Clara Barton, Com
rades Rice and Wright, of Sprintield, State
Senator Plunkctt, of New Haven, Mr.. S. A.
Hubbard, of the C0urant, Chaplain-in Chief
Foster, of Waterloo, N. Y, Adiutant-General
Bcath, of Philadelphia, and Inspector Shaw, of
Maine. United States Marshal Kinney Off
ciated as master of ceremonies The occasion
was one of rare enjoyment to all present, the
addresses being of unusual interest and elo-
uucncc. The election of officers on Friday re-
suited as follows: Commander Isaac b. Hyatt,
of Mcridcn; S. V. c., William Berry, of Hart
ford J. V. c., Frank d. Soat, of New Haven
NJ. D., Myron w. Robinson, of Colchester;
Chap. James w. Davis, of Waterbury; Council
of Administration, Henry NJ. DUrley, of Nor
witch George Robbins, of Waterbury; Fred
T. Camp, of MiddletOwn; Fred. L. Warren, OF
Bridgeport; Christian Quein of Danbury
Delegates to National Encampment, at large,
William II. Pierpont, of New Haven; Fred. a.
! Spencer, of Waterbury; Selah G. Brakeman, OF
| Birmingham; John c, Broatch, of NIiddletown
The first performance of the popular opera
"Chimcs of Normandy" for the benefit OF
r. o. Tyler Post of Hartford, Conn, given III
that city on the evening of the 1st inst. proved
! to be a grand success. The entertainment was
for the benefit of the charity fund of the Post
The National tribune., 1883-02-08
CONNECTICUT.

The annual Encampment of the Department
of Connecticut began at Central Hall, Hartford,
at two o'clock Thursday afternoon last, with d
large attendance from the Posts of the State.
Ira L. Hicks, Commander Of the Department,
delivered an address, congratulating the Order
on its growth and prosperity and the hold it
has on the hearts of old soldiers. He men
toned that the Women's Relief Corps had been
introduced as an order of the Department. and
recommended that every Post take the matter
into considerations According to the report of
Asst Adj't-Gen. Henry L. Taintor, there have
been ten new Posts organized during the year,
and the total gain to the Departments 1872 mem
bers Thepresent force of the Department is for
ty Posts, with a total membership of 1925. By
the report Of Assistant Quartermaster General
w. II. Pierpont, the receipts of the Department
for the year have been $3167.70, and the dis
burscments $2,2l0.39. Miss Clara Barton de-
livered an attractive address and the session of
the day soon afterwards closed. In the evening
a banquet was served in Allyn Hall to the De-
partment representatives and to Wilcox Post, of
Springfield. The stage was deliberately deco
The National tribune., 1883-02-08
MAINE.

The following officers of r. W. Mullen Post,
No 50, North Vassalborough, Maine, have been
duly installed by National J. Y. c. Colonel l.
S. Bangs: Commander, II. c. Burgess; 5. ': C.,
I. c. Coombs; J. V. c., John Withee; Surgeon,
Amasa Gregory; Q. NJ, Henry \. Ever; o. d.,
Henry f Baker; Chaplain, George Ramsell i;
O. G., Owen O'Neill; Adjt, J. y. Rowe. After
The installation services. which in themselves
were beautiful and impressive, abundant IA
tions considerably better than AnderSonville
fare) were issued, followed by a Campfire, at
which speeches were made and personal rem
iniscences of the war given, interspersed with
war songs and patriotic music by the North
Vassalborough brass band, the members of
which kindly volunteered their services for the
occasion 4 score of comrades from Water
VILE enjoyed the pleasure of the evening, and
all voted it a thoroughly good time.
The National tribune., 1883-02-08
VERMONT.

Comrade \. c. Peck, Montpelier, w. sends
US the following list of officers of Brooks Post,
No. -, in that place: Commander, Ii. A. Hure
S. V. c., w. w. Holden; j. V. G., c. IL. Carter
Chaplain, w. +. Waterman; Surgeon, q. w.
Colby; Q. NJ, ii. NJ. PIERCE; Q. NJ. s., f. w.
Wood; Adj't, \. c. Peck; o. d. c. Bayley; 0.
e., J. V. Morrow. On the 9th ult about
twenty Of the members Of the Post gave Com
rade J. J. Young a surprise party. Music fol-
lowed, after which Commander GcOghcgan
made an able address. in which he paid a glow
ing tribute 10 the gallant young Colonel after
whom the Post is named, and also related a
number of incidents Of army life. The pleas
ure Of the entertainment was also enhanced by
an historic "Reminiscences by General Henry 4.
Morrison, piano solos and a recitation by Mrs.
J. w. Cochran: a song by Mrs Major Baldwin
and violin solo by Professor Heuiner
4 Campfire was held on the Both ult. by
Cummings Post, No. 81, st. Georges, Vt, at
which ConIa6c Rev. A. 0. Spoor, of Storks-
borough, VI. gave his experience in rebel
prisons, and showed map giving the location
OF the different prisons. He also described the
kind and amount Of rations received. The
HinesbuTgh Glce Club. accompanied on the
organ by Miss J. ). Patrick, rendered in fine
style a number of songs.
Comrade NJ. j. Kent, Worcester, Vt, writes
us that the Campfire held there on the 9th
ult. was an enjoyable affair Comrade Morrow,
of Brooks Post Montpelier, related experiences
The National tribune., 1883-02-08
NEW JERSEY.

Comrade George b. Fielder, Department
Commander of New Jersey, issued on the 31st
ult. General Orders, No. l, in which he sets
forth the fact of his election and his assump-
ton of command, also that the headquarters OF
the Department are established at jersey City.
The following appointments are announced on
the staff of the Department Commander; they
will be obeyed and respected accordingly: AS
sistant Acknowledgement, John Ramsey, Post
3 Jersey City; Assistant QuartermasterGen-
eral, John q. Fisher, Post 80, Jersey City
Inspector, VIM. II. De Hart Post ., Elizabeth
Judge Advocate, Henry NJ. Nevius, Post I'll,
Red Bank; Chief Mastering Officer, c. II. Ben
son, Post IL, Newark business address Jersey
City,; Chief of Staff, Edward +. Mcdonald,
Post 49, Harrison Provost Marshal, II. II. De
Croft Post SO, PENIS Grove; Ordnance Officer,
c. II. Miller, Post 81, Railway; ComInissary of
Subsistence Walter A. Barrows, Post 26, Mt.
Holly; Assistant Provost Marshal, James A.
Sproull Post Z Passaic; Additional Assistant
Quartermaster- General, II. j. Fillman, Post Do,
BordentOwn. The following were elected at
the recent Encampment Alternate Delegates to
the National Encampment: James A. Sproull,