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Connecticut western news., 1884-09-24
An Island of Pretty Women.
[From the Boston Times. i

From the Boston TimeSl
 The Channel Islands, and particularly Jersey, possess much of interest to the stranger, but the crowning glory of ter sey is the beauty of her women. For general comeliness they would readily be awarded prize in any competition of feminine grace. Rare, creamy oom- plexions that would put the bloom on the peach to blush, figures made grace ful and sinewy by bodily toil, with rather strongly cut features, eyes like aloes, and lustrous dark hair, the girls met on the streets of St. Helier's seem to the stranger the personiHcation of womanly independence, beauty, and maidenly reserve.
 The soft white mists that wrap the island every night from sundown to sum rise give them carnation cheeks. The toil that brings with 1t the active, healthy body is due to causes which will enlist on the side of these women the sympathy of true manhood. It is be- cause of the woful dearth of men in Jersey that the women do all the work. Where you meet one man in these tor. tuous streets of St. Heher's, you meet ten women. Out among the greer farms this disproportion of the sexes Ii even more painfully apparent. The heavy, ungainly carts are, almost with out exception, driven by women, and handsome women, too.
 Groups of cherry checked girls may be seen in wsyside orchards, some pick ing apples from the trees, others strain ing at the rude cider presses. The little fields with their luxuriant growth o turnips, cabbages, and rutabagas, all ar, tended by women, while the blooming flowers in the house yards show in theil rich variety the evidence of woman care and attention. None but womer are seen in the big public market of St Helier's-women buying and womeI selling. What men you sec are eithe too young or too old and decrepit, boy who have not started out in life or ol, sea captains who have come home to on, their days, smelling of salt and full O "reminiscences of stormy voyages t, Buenos Ayres. to Australia. or through the Chinese seas.
Connecticut western news., 1884-09-24
After the Dogs.

When the English dog stealer decides on a rural trip he takes horse and cart, the latter covered in behind the seat, so as to form a sort of locker, and invites a friend of his own kidney to accompany him. Having marked down his quarry, he drives slowly past the house, turns back again and repasses. His hope is that the dog will run out into the road and bark. If nobody happens to be watching the cart is driven slowly of, and the dog follows it till some secluded spot is reached, when the confederate gets out and secures him; or else, if he is known to be savage, a moose is dropped over his head from behind and he is hauled into the cart The secret of dog following the strange cart, it is added, is that either the tires of the wheels are plentifully annointed with anise-seeo oil, or a bag saturated with that extract is let down by cord to trail on the ground.
Connecticut western news., 1884-09-24

declared that all the talk about using physical force against Schelling, either by him or his brother, is nonsense, and that they had no hard feelings toward him. The absence of Morosini from home all day until 6 o'clock in the even. ing might throw some doubt on the idea of & reconciliation, as it could not be brought about without his cooperation.
 Julia said that her mother is consider ably improved. "I am greatly annoyed, " she added, "by roughs and men passing by, who hurl a. sorts of indecent re- marks at me, such as: 'Ah,. that's her. 'Aint she daisy Look at her bangs 'The~e comes the coachmsn.' shall be glad when this is all over."
 It has been learned that there was quite a scene in the mansion Sunday morning when the prodigal girl returnep home. She was upbrsided and scolded in the harshest terms. Then, amid her tears, she produced the letter written by her father which caused her to return, and said: .'I did not return for this; I did not come back for money or for your support. You wrote me to come home and all would be forgiven, and thus you keep your word. shall go again and never return" but the thought of her sick mother changed her mind.
 It was owing to the effort of Capt Mangin that MT. Morosini went to the city Tuesday, and it was he that planned the meeting between the family and Mrs. Modem. Therefore, if recon ciliation has taken or does take place, it will be attributable to the Captains eneroetie efforts in that direction.
Connecticut western news., 1884-09-24

to stop at housen long the roads an ast if they could please come in an set by the fire an get cool. It makes me colder'n I act'lly feel, tonight to think O some O the hot weather I kiE member. B-r-r-r-rl Th1l be frost tonight, sar- tin, an
 The county clerk got up and walked inside. The boys and the Squire trailed after him. The old Settler edged in, rubbing his hands. Every body but the old Settler ordered it with ice He was game to the last.
 Bartender" said he, ''make me a hot Scotch. ED. MorT.
Connecticut western news., 1884-09-24

One evening in early December, Rich ard received an invitation to attend reception at the home of Mrs. Stough- ton, the leader in his social circle. He went, somewhat reluctantly. After 8 waltz or two with some of his lady friends, he sought sofa and watched the merry throng. Soon his eyes caught sight of a figure that caused him to start from his seat and gaze intently on the lovely form which foated across the farther end of the ballroom. It was she-his rustic-arrayed in the most lovely costume, radiant with jewels and flushed with excitement. He sought her after the dance. She was apparently very glad to see him, but claimed that the pleasure was entirely. unexpected. She explained that she was visiting her aunt, the hostess, and would spend the greater part of the winter in Albany. Richard did not detain her long. He sought out Mrs. Stoughton, Lisle's aunt, and expressed his surprise and delight at meeting her niece, the manner of whose acquaintance he explained.
 "Oh, yes. She has fooled you as she has others. Her parents reside in New York city. She preferred spending the summer in the country with her uncle and aunt-two good old souls, whom she loves as dearly as her own father and mother. Sine is the leader of her circle in Gotham, and is immensely wealthy in her own right, having been left cool two millions by an uncle who amassed his fortune in the coffee trade. She is woman who does not believe In doing exactly as other woman do. She has met her fate, however, and is to be married to Lieutenant Topgallant, just after the holidays. But you must come and see us often while she is here.
 Richard went away early. He felt that he had indeed lost treasure, and his dreams that night were troubled with visitations of what might have been. It would be pleasant to be able to record that Richard and Lisle were brought together by the management of Mrs. Stoughton, but the truth must be told. Lisle Ashley married her Lieu tenant, and is to-day happy wife and mother.
 Richard Westbrook, however, remains a a'bachelor,
Connecticut western news., 1884-09-24
THE SISTER.

She never knew that music soft and sweet The batter of little babys feet; She never knew the world of joy and bliss That fingers in husbands tender kiss. She never knew the heartache and the pain Of living loving, and that loving vain; She never knew the sorrow and the woe Of losing light from eyes whose radiant glow Was all her sun
 She lives in vain, you say? If, then, to live in vain is day by day To go among the lonely and the poor A ray of sunlight to each darkened door; To soothe with gentle words and gentle touch Wretches who sinned and sinned to suffer
 much
 To be the link that joins weary life o God; to be the comforter of strife; To be the soothing balm for every pain Xhen that grand woman truly lives in vain
Connecticut western news., 1884-09-24
2 CARELESS BUILDING.

careless builder, high and dry, Nailed plank to broad ships side; The plank was rotten, and by-snd-bye The ship was launched on the waters wide. Away she sailed for eastern goals: But the cargo she carried was human souls The happy maiden, as good as gold, Lived and loved at the oceans feet; Her heart grew young as the days grew old, And she counted the masts of each nearing
 feet
 Brave ships waxed tall on the gray sky's rim; But never the ship that carried him!
 STELLA 0. AIKENs.
Connecticut western news., 1884-09-24

A PRUDENT CBow.-The Schenectady Star says: "Ned" Butler Is the owner of a crow which seems to be possessed of almost human sense. The bird has great habit of tearing into strips and destroying every scrap of paper upon which it can put it's claws and beak. A day or two since, however, Mir. Butler noticed that the crow had scrap of paper which it guarded most carefully, and to which it seemed anxious to at- tract Mir. Buffers attention. The latter picked up the scrap of paper, and upon smoothing it out, found it was one dollar bill
Connecticut western news., 1884-09-24

HIS CoNaREaATIoN.- March day." said the venerable Methodist di- vine, Bishop Pierce. of Georgia, "I rode ten miles through drenching rain to FIatrock chapel, only to find two persons there, man and boy. After waiting a few minutes, I said: We might as well leave here, as there will be no congregation But the man quietly responded: Through five miles of pelting rain have come to hear preaching I saw my duty and replied: You are right. You are entitled to it. For one hour I addressed my little con- Vregation, and was never listened to with more attention"
Connecticut western news., 1884-09-24

CIaARETTEs.-A London cigarette manufacturer says that more ladies smoke in Lodon than the world wots of. The cigarette is becoming popular with those who are not in the least afraid to ask for what they want There is no special brand for them, but they prefer the one with the most delicate navor.
Connecticut western news., 1884-09-24

GAs.-The use of natural gas in Pitts burgh manufactures is steadily increas, ing, and now the right has been sold to a man who will try to introduce it into houses for heating purposes.
Connecticut western news., 1884-09-24
Local News a Speciality.

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 Subscribers desiring their papers continued must give notice at the EXPIRATION of their sutScirfpdons, any previous nstice not being suficent and unless sil arreArages arc paid, papers will not then be discontinued save at the option of the publisher.
Daily Republican. [volume] ([Wilmington, Del.]) 1874-1890, 1884-01-23
Murders and Iynchiug.

Samuel Brown, who killed an old
man named Morton several months ago,
was taken from the jail at Lockport,
Texas, last Sunday night, and lynched
by mob.
Two uUr'ers, the result Of Old feuds,
were committed in Lancaster County,
South Carolina, on Saturday. Strong
FundrrbaIlk was shot dead in Trades
vile, by man named Gregory, and
VIM. Copeland was shot dead in Taxa
ham, by three brothers, also named
Gregory.
John Bradford was killed by Jesse
Mccarthy, in quarrel about telling
some trees near rapellion, Nebraska,
ON Monday.
Nathan Brown was arrested at Hills
boro Bridge, New Hampshire, on Mon
day, charged with the murder of Ed
mund Wood in August last. They were
II ighbors, and IuarreIled about a game
trap.
stephen Alexander, a colored gam
bier, was shot and killed by John
johnson, also colOred, in Chicago yes
t-rIay morning. They had quarrelled
over faro table.
Daily Republican. [volume] ([Wilmington, Del.]) 1874-1890, 1884-01-23

A few evenings ago, when sleighing
was at its height, several gentlemen
made arrangements to have n sleigh
ride, and accordingly an equal number
OF Lad les were invited, a sleigh secured
and the time set for Monday night.
The prime movers in the pleasure trip
did not take cognizance of the fact that
the snow was rapidly disappearing on
Monday, but met on the evening in
question, and proceeded TO the stable
where they supposed the sleigh was in
waiting, but imagine their surprise
when they were informed that there
was not snow enough for them to leave
the stable. They argued with the pro-
prietor, but he stood firm, and after
holding private consultation the party
came to the conclusion that sooner than
BE- disappointed they would have a
ride of some sort. Accordingly IA large
carriage was secured, and they started
out in high glee When they returned
at an early hour the following morning
they appeared to be as well pleased as
they would have been had the sleigh
been secured. Those comprising the
party, however, no doubt made it up TO
keep " mum" on the carriage question,
and pretend that 1t was seighing
party, as one Of the party was over
heard TO say 81 was out with a
party last night and had a
good time, but feel the effects Of it to-
uay." Through the above remark the
"cat was let out Of the bag" and the
won be, sleighers will not he in the
best Of humor when they see their little
epIOde in the REPUBLICAN.
Daily Republican. [volume] ([Wilmington, Del.]) 1874-1890, 1884-01-23

A mass meeting of ladies III the in.
ter.sis Of the observance Of thc Crntcn.
nial OF American MeihodiSm was held
yesterday in Baltimore. Bishops Simp
sen, Andrews and Wilson On" latter
Of the Church Suuth) were present.
Rev Dr. Guuchrr made nu address, in
the course Of witch he said that one Of
tbr objects of the meeting was to found
an Institution for the higher education
Of the women of the Conference. He
thought $500, 600 would ne required for
the pnrpuse Bishops Simpson and
Andrews also spoke in advocacy of the
project, aud the latter sald that they
should not be satisfied with $500, 500.
Resolutions were adopted approvi"g
the pref ct, and requesting the Confer
'ncr, IL its arrangement for the com
memOraling the Centennial or the or
RaniHati0n Of the Methodist Episcopal
Church, 10 give pre-"minenC" to the
founding and rDdowiug Of S'ch II te-
male seminary in accOrdar ce with
the spirit Of the resolution, an Urgani
sation WAS founded, To bc known as the
" Femai" Educrtiqn Aid Association. I"
Daily Republican. [volume] ([Wilmington, Del.]) 1874-1890, 1884-01-23
Twice Convicted Of Murder.

VICKSBURG, Miss, Jan 22.-The sen
sation of the city To-day is the convic.
tiOn Of Samuel Hawthorne of murder
with life imprisonment as the penalty.
The crime was committed tive yea.
ago. Lemuel McGee, the victim, was
shot down in cold blood while fleeing
from his assailant Hawthorne had
both money and friends, and though
convicted at first trial two years ago he
succeeded in getting new one, and
WAS admitted TO bail. To tho surprise
OF every one, he attempted to leave the
country, but was taken in hand by one
of Pinkerton men while in the act of
bOardingan ocean steamer at New York.
he was brought back in irons but
having considerable property he was
again successful in procuring bonds.
men. The last trial has been in pro-
gress several days, and resulted in q
verdict of guilty" this morning.
Hawthorne conducts two stores in this
city, and when the result of the trial
became known there was rush among
the creditors TO attach the property.
There were eight negroes on the jury,
some of whom, it is alleged, drank
Hsswthorne's whisky and slept ON his
blankets during the trial. He was
greatly astonished at the verdict, ex-
pect,ng an acquittal or certainly a
hung jury. After sentence was pro-
his counsel made motion for
u new trial which was Overruled. They
then gave notice of an appeal to the
Supreme Court.
Daily Republican. [volume] ([Wilmington, Del.]) 1874-1890, 1884-01-23

DUBLIN, January 22.-An immense
concourse of peasantry assembled to-
day at Derrybeg, County Donegal, the
birthplace of Patrick O'Donnell, the
slayer of James Carey, and assisted in
the celebration of mass for the repose
of the soul of O'Donnell. After the
mass a mock funeral was held, and a
coffin was placed in theO'DCnnell fami-
ly burial plot, the people kneeling in
prayer around the grave. Wreaths of
immcrtelles were placed upon the coffin,
upon which was the inscription "Sa-
cred to the memory of Patrick O'Don-
nell, exeeuted at London seventeenth
Of December, 1883 ="
Thirty.fve pounds sterling were sub
scribed toward fund to erect a monu-
ment to O'Donnell. A resolution was
passed thanking Americans for their
assistance and NJ. Victor Hugo for his
advocacy of the cause of Ireland.
Mr. Parnell has issued circular re-
questing his followers to meet him in
this city next week to consider the
Irish amendment which is to be offered
to the address in reply to the Queen 3
speech at the opening of Parliament.
Daily Republican. [volume] ([Wilmington, Del.]) 1874-1890, 1884-01-23

William b. Allison was yesterday re.
elected United States Senator by the
l. gislature OF Iowa. The vote in the
Senate stood Allison, 80 Hall, Demo.
crat, 10; kiDne, Democrat, /. The
vote in the House was Allison, 50
Hall, Democrat, So; Clark, Greenback-
er, 10
In the Iowa House of Representatives
yesterday, Mr.. Stewart, Democrat, Of
tered IA resolution declaring "that as
grave charges OF breach of official trust
had been made against Senator Allison,
a Committee of Investigation be ap-
pointed, with power to send for persons
and papers" The resolution was tabled
by vote of 56 to AZ.
In the Senate of Virginia yesterday
a letter was presented from former
employee of the penitentiary, alleging
cruel treatment OF sick convlcts in that
institution. Objection being made to
the reading of the letter, it was referred
to Special Committee now engaged in
investigating penitentiary matters.
The Legislature of Maryland, in joint
convention yesterday, elected John Mil.
roy TO De Police Commissioner of Balti-
more for a second term of six years be-
ginning in March, 1885.
Daily Republican. [volume] ([Wilmington, Del.]) 1874-1890, 1884-01-23
RESIGNATIONs ACCEPTED.
special Meeting OF the New Casti Q
Presbytery Yesterday w IN a
Was Done.

Pursuant to a call Of the Rev. Jane,
Conway, moderator, the New Cast lt
Presbytery met in special session yes
terday in the First Presbyterian church,
this city, the Rev. W. W. EIebertOn
acting as Secretary. The meeting was
opened with the usual ceremonies, after
which the Rev. +. Il, DuNal asked for
u dissolution of the pastoral relation
between himself and the First Presby-
terian church Of this city, Cor the pur-
pose of taking charge OF the West
minister church at Toledo, Ohio. Mr.
DuVal gave his reasons for leaving his
present charge and the action of the
church was reported through its com
missioners, Read j. Mckay, NJ. ID. and
James Shoemaker. After considering
the subject the request was granted and
the Rev. Charles p. Malery was ap-
pointed to declare ihe pul pit vacant on
the second Sunday in February, and to
he the moderator of the session until
the next stated meeting Of the Presby-
terry.
The eloquent remarks made by the
RevS. w. G. Alexander and w. w.
HebertOn of their high esteem for Mr.
DuNaI, and tile acceptance of his
resignation rs a member of the Presby-
terry were very impressive.
On morton of DR.. Mckay, the session
of the First Presbyterian church was
given the privilege to supply its own
pulpit unit the next stated meeting of
the Presbytery.
In order to unite with the Presbytery |
of Maumee, within whose bounds Mr.. |
DuNal will labor in the future, he was
dismissed, by his own request, from the
New Castle Presbyterv, and the clerk
directed to furnish him with the proper
documents.
On account of bad health the Rev. S.
Gilbert Bourdman, by letter, asked for
/ dissolution of the pastoral relation
existing between himself and the
,hurch at Port Penn The action of the
,hurch was reported through its COM
nissioners. John Vandegrift, Henry
Walker and Joseph Cleaver, after
which the request was gran'ed and the
Rev. w. w. Taylor appointed to de-
lare the pulpit vacant on the second
sunday of February and to be moderator
# the session until after the next meet
ng of the Presbytery. Mr.. Bourdman
vas granted permission to labor Outsidet
he bounds of this Presbytery
After prayer by the Rev, Dr.. j. H.
,ixon the presbytery adjourned to
1eet in Chesapeake City on the 18th of
Ip:il next.
Daily Republican. [volume] ([Wilmington, Del.]) 1874-1890, 1884-01-23

$. W. corner Fifth and Market streets,
headquarters for the renowned Weber
Pianos. The Weber is today known
to every musician in the country and
Europe, and is considered by them the
best piano manufactured. Hardman
Pianos, Chiokering Pianos, Marshall
and Wendell Pianos. The matchess
Burdirt Organs, Pelbubet also. Stand,
ard Organs and other well known
makes are also TO be found in our rooms.
The second and third floors are entirely
devoted to pianos and organs, and are
in charge Of Mr.. Clarence Shank, who
will he pleased to sees all who desire to
see the finest stock OF instruments III
this city. Every instrument guaranteed
against defective work or poor material.
Pianos and organs sold on easy in.
stalments. Pianos and organs for rent.
Daily Republican. [volume] ([Wilmington, Del.]) 1874-1890, 1884-01-23
%:st{$7azRAkyEG;|S{|iI.
Sun rises IA Sun sets 5.l1

| sun Tlses I.l3 oul otLH oll
Dhristneld h Best.
Agents for DunIap's Hats.
| RuIDfOrd BROTHERS, Hatters.
Always bowing--the fiddler.
More sleds have come, y9c. store.
| The spirit Of the -apple-Iack.
| The most common skylight-a star.
| brazilian Cough BALM 80 doses 10 Cts
| Family coal, Shcward, 624 W. Front st.
Good -four 2114c d, Front and Madison st.
CITY Laundry, Sixth and Shipley streets.
Gut Flowers at Hayden's, 9th and Shipley
Pampas Plumen, at Hayden's, 9th Il Shipley
u. y. Humphrey 4 Bro, .,battors, ,302 Market
Fine IS X. Rings, at Hanf, l6 L. Fourth st
Horse Blankets, Skates, Sleds, Lamps, ,99c.
When asked to take something never re.
fuse.
The marriage queston-wil you be my
wife?
The Glass of Fashion-A champagne cock.
tail.
A royal exchange-fJur crowns for sovO.
erelgn
The girl who wears a diamond ring gener-
ally has an icny nose.
The horseshoe dees'nt bring good luck
when the horse applies 1t.
Dr. Darmon may be consulted at his office,
No. 1874 Camac street, Philadelphia.
could ye lind me the loan ofa pipe and
tobacy?" said Pat; 81 have match "
Never find fault with any one unless 1t is
perfectly certain fault has been committed.
Fact for sociolog ists-A yawn in company
generally indicates gap in the converse
tlUp.
Society is very queer. The people most
sought after are those who do not pay their
debts.
Every cloud has its silver lining" The
boy who has the mumps can stay away from
school
1t Is not polite to crack jokes at the ex.
pensc OF man who carries a selfcOcking
pistol.
Never carry a handkerchief In your hip.
pocket. Reaching for 1t may lead to misun-
derstandings.
Great rush for Minett's photographs, only
81 per dozen, at Westcott and Cummings,
302 Market street.
Sweet c0nclusion-"SO far. so good" as the
boy said when he had finished the first pot of
his mothers Jam.
Take your babies 10 Hollands, 3o7 Market
street. and have their pictures taken BY the
instantaneous process.
lfyou want a good SIN IKE or good chew,
go to Jas. II. Murray, lO7 East Front street.
He keeps fine stock.
When Webster said There Is always
room at the top" he was net referring to the
advertising page of a newspaper.
CONSUMPTION, Coughs and Gods cured by
DR. KINGS NLw DISCOVERY for C0nsnmp-
tiOn. Trial Bottles free. N. b. Danforth.
Take your children to Westcott Gum.
Daily Republican. [volume] ([Wilmington, Del.]) 1874-1890, 1884-01-23

Judge Thayer of Philadelphia was
hoIding conrt yesterday when Thomas
j. Waggener asked the Judge to excuse
him from jury service.
" Why ?" asked the court.
Because | can only hear with one
ear"
"Oh, you'll do" said the Judge.
We only hear one side Of a case at a
time"
Another man presented a note asking
that Lewis Miller, a morocco manufac-
terer, of 435 North Fourth street, be ex-
Cused.
Where is Mr. Miller himsef?' in
q>iircd the Judge.
:" | don't know bnr he is not fit TO
srve on II jury. lie is an ilnbecile.
" An imbecile - sail the Judge.
" He has s,.use enough 10 remain away.
Tel. him If he losen'' turn up here TO
wen send an officer after him
douhIe.qnIck. "