The Press., 1883-11-15
-Sinca tha steamer so nneracefully

l Since the steamer so ungracefully went back on it's duties last Saturday morning, and not only did not save prop erty itself, but actually caused it's destruc- tion by the neglect to use other means which grew out of the confidence that the steamer had power and opportunity to do all needed work, .the village has been aflame with discussion. The firsmen now say that the machine was never good for anything, that it was condemned by the Springfield fire department, and by sharp practice unloaded by them upon our bor- ough. This charge is & grave one, em- bracing that of lying and dupicity on the are those who believe that the steamer is capable of doing good work and only needs to be understood. Its faults have been two-slowness in making steam, and in- ability to take water through more than 8 gwen length of suction hose. The former may have been due to its not being prop erly fired, though as it has been for long tune in the same hands, 1t is hardly likely that it's peculiarities have not been by this time learned, and we must conclude that it is slow, naturally, in this particular of getting warmed up to work. The other is no doubt defect, but capable of working little harm so long as understood, and the whole length of suction. hose is seldom n"eded. Perhaps new suction hose will work better, and, as said earlier in this paragr ph, either it is 8 very fair steam CT or those acting in the matter of its sale to our borough have lied outrageously and unjustifably. Meanwhile the steamer will be looked over, and the cause of its failure to work, if possible, noted. It has gsner- oil 1xyr fo l1o fo h ifc l11kw in, emergencies, but if it really is a broken reed we won't lean on it.
 The Catholic fair opens at Central Hall this evening" The evenings of this week will be devoted to social enjoyment, though brief season of dancing will close every evening of the fair. Next week there will be on two evenings operattas given by children of the parochial school, on one evening minstrel entertainment by local talent, and on other evenings light farces. The list of articles to be dis posed of is an unusually large one, includ- ing parlor set, chamber set, suit pattern of worsted goods, spring easy chair, oil stove, chest of tea, quarter of beef, boys suit, dress pattern, and very many other useful and valuable articles. The priests and people of St. Edwards parish return heart felt thanks to the manufacturers, mer- chants and others, who have hberally con- tributed articles for the fair.
 s. N. Page desires to thank the con- munity for the very efficient aid given in saving his property at and during both of the recent fires on Main-st
 Going to set your watch by the east ern standard time?
 The new work now being sold by Col Ball, "Works of James Abram Garfield" is t,o elaborate compilation for popular reading, but one that no statesman can do without. It is 8 contribution to history that will supply valuable data to future writers, and as a reference book, covering the history of the country during its most eventful period, Is next to indispensable to the political student. Those who have op- portunity should examine it carefully, for it's title gives little real idea of how great mine of information 1t really is. Its publishers are J. R. Osgood & Co.,, whose imprint is guarantee of value to any book.
 -HarmQny Temple of Honor has elect ed the following officers for the ensuing term, and last evening they were installed John Leach, W. c. T. A. l.. Howard, w. V. T.. Frank Aldrich, w. R. /; Walter AL len, E. R. A. l.. Burdon, T. c. G. Ellis, 0. Philo West, Y. Edward B. Marsdale, D. Q. ;. Henry Benton, G.; s. Pease, s. ;; Q. Brooks, A. R. {; Geo. Eaton, P. 0. T.
 SUNDAY SERVICES.
 Preaching at the Potter school house next Sunday at 12 o'clock by Eld. A. Morse.
 There will be preaching at Oreuttvile Sunday afternoon at o'clock by Rev. J. B. Hawkins.
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 Methodist Episcopal church, Rev. J. B. Hawkins, pastor. Preaching by the pastor at l0:45 g. m, evening service at o:3O; Sunday sehool at l2 m.
 Rev. B. B. Warner, former pastor of Grace church, will preach at that church next Sunday morning and evening. Con- munion and baptismal service in the morning,
 wEs# sTAFFeRD,
 Augustus Holmes of West Stafford since the death of his father some IA years ago, has cared for his aged mother, and for the first time during these years leav- ing her in care of other members of the family, sp-ltt last week in visiting a sister in Cromwell.
 sTAFFoRDvILLE.
 Rev. J. J. Cooper, pastor of the Meth odist Episcopal church, will preach next Sunday morning at il a. m. The even ing service, to commence at 6:3O, will con- sist of 8 leeture entitled "A greater than solomon" Solos will be sung, and the choir will render several pieces. All are welcome.
 STAFFORD HOLLOW.
 The town hall was occupied on Wednes- day evening as skating eink, and so well patronizea that it 'wilf be so occupied again to-morrow evening, with music.
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