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Morning journal and courier., 1884-12-19
skatIne Rink Attractions.

Manager Ackriu of the Dwight street rink has already commenced his arrangements for the celebration of Christmas at theS rink, which by far exceed anything yet held here in the rinking line. The rink will be taste fully decorated with new flags and Chinese lanterns, and hundreds of yards of greens have been purchased for festooning purposes. A morning session will be held and the American band will furnish music for the entire day and evening. In the afternoon Miss Nettie Perkins, who is we'll known to New Haven people, will give an exhibition. There will also be match game of polo be- tween the Meriden city team and the New Haven polo team. In the evening the Ram b1ers' Bicycle club will give an exhibition drill and Miss Nettie Perkins will repeat her exhibition. A large Christmas tree has been purchased and each skater will receive a present.
 The Venetian Troubadours, musicians after the fashion of the Spanish students, will be at the rink on December go.
 A grand illumination and other attractions will be held on New Years night
 January 9th there will be championship race for $15 gold medal to the winner and pair of skates to the second man. Quite a number have already entered.
 The grand fancy dress carnival and illumi. nation will be held on January 10th. Mama ger AckriIl is to be complimented on provid- ing such an elegant list of attractions for the patrons of the rink.
Morning journal and courier., 1884-12-19

The Market Opens Weak-An Active Selling Forces Values Down with Rush-A Recovery During The Somewhat Higher.
Morning journal and courier., 1884-12-19
popULAn nUr DANGERoUs.

A New Sport That Threatens To
 NTake CrIPPIes or Those Who In-
 DuIGe In It-At Least That Is What
 One Of Them Thinks.
 stI have just crawIed from bed of pain, where I have been lying for several days, said well known young man last evening as he limped aboard 8 horse car by the aid of a crJltch and sank into a seat with sad, morning -after-a-bat expression upon his five by seven countenance.
 The reporter sympathized deeply with the young man and asked him what was the matter.
 .'Matteri Why, I've been playing polo,' . scar over his right eye with finger which was done up in a huge bandage and looked as if he thought that ought to settle it.
 Playing polog' queried the reporter.
 4'Well, should squirm to ejacu1ate! The game is very popular and is lots of fun. But wouldn't advise you to learn it. It's the worst I ever tried Football is nowhere. There were four fellows injured the other night. One had his shin parked, another had two fingers put out of joint, another sprained his ankle and another got blow side of the head that settled him for while.''
 teHow is the game played !' asked the re- porter, whe is innocent as newborn babe in regard to such matters.
 "Wen, you take stick weighing about sixteen ounces and curved at one end so that you can hit small but solid rubber ball with it and you put on pair of skates, pad yourselves pretty iberally, make your will, take last look at your sweetheart and strike out When you get on the floor you will soon find yourself in the center of lot of bloodthirsty rufians who begin assaulting you and beating you vigorously with their sticks. You mustn't notice this, however, for it's part of the game. It is necessary that you sail on calmly with your stick raised aloft and prepared to hit the first man that comes in your way. If you should see the ball coming your way, want to dart after it with all your might and main and with your stick poised in readiness to hit the bounding sphere when you are within reach of it. Just you are about to hit it, you will probably feel the blow of an opponents stick against yours and about three men will come clashing into you from as many different sections. As courageous and heroic player you are sup posed not to mind having the breath all knocked out of you, and if by lucky stroke you should hit the ball by your opponents goal you are lauded as great man. So the game goes on until the players are all banged about so that they can't play any more. Oh, tell you, it's great sport" and smile that had been hidden away near the corners of the speakers mouth blossomed forth and spread over his countenance, but it died away as the eyes fell upon the bandaged finger.
 And the reporter treasured up those say ings and wondered at the intent thereof, while his friend chanted 8 requiem to his de- parted finger.
Morning journal and courier., 1884-12-19
Yale Notes.

One of 's5's geologists lectured upon the formation of East and West Rocks few evenings since in a neighboring town.
 Lee '87 assisted at the exercises of the North church mission Sunday school last evening with an exhibition of stereopticon views.
 It is worthy of notice that the address is omitted from the programme of the praise service next Sunday evening.
 President Porter announced yesterday morning in the chapel that the several classes will meet at 12 o'clock on Tuesday, January 6, at which time the second term will com mence.
 The reception given by Dr. Barbour to the members of the choir and class deacons was enjoyed by all. Members of the Glee club sang several songs during the evening.
 A scheme for next term recitations for the seniors came out in yesterdays "News." Some parts of it are not understandable and probably the usual number of such schemes must be made before a satisfactory one is obtained.
 EThe juniors much regret that the instruc- ton given them by MT. Tighe has come to an end. His optional has been very interesting this term, especially so considering the text book used. All those who have been under his instruction are well satisfied with the work that has been done and will have pleas ant recol1ections. of this deseryedly popular instructor
Morning journal and courier., 1884-12-19
CONNECTICUT NATIONAL GUARD.
standing of Companies for November.

Standing of Companies for November.
 A general order just issued from the adju- tant-generars office gives the figures of merit of the Connecticut National Guard for last month. The First regiment, during last drill season, leads the brigade, with 83.32; of the companies the City Guard, Company p is first with 93.s2; Company K, a.72; Com pany G, South Manchester) 88.24; Com pany E, New Britain) S7.65; Company H, Gight Guar6 s5.52; Company A, (Germanias) sO.32; Company B, (Hillyers) 7612; Com pany D, C1ew Britain) 62.21.
 The Second regiment is next in order of merit, attaining 82.73, the highest company being Company A, CWaterbury) 98.51; low est, Company D, (Blues) 72.21; the machine gun platoon of the regiment is rated 79.26. The Fourth regiment follows with 82.5 highest and lowest companies being respect ively B, (BridgeporD S7.14; K, (Stratfor0 72.3 34; Company c and the machine gun platoon do not report and are chased as tor ganization incomplete" not affecting the standing of the regiment. The figure of the Fifth battalion, colored, is 8235, the Hart ford company, B, being highest, S6.15.
 The Third regiment makes rather poor showing, 69.31; highest, Company c, CNor- wich) S9.18; lowest, K, CWllimantic) 75.12; Company D, (New London) is deficient, not having reported; the machine gun platoon is reported Organization incomplete" The battery rates 34.91; the second platoon Branford) being 69.83, and the first platoon (Guifor0 defcient-no report. The order announces changes in commissioned officers, amongst them being the recent promotions of Colonel Cone, Lieutenant Colonel Good rich and Major Westphal, and the resig- nations of Colonel Barbour and Paymaster McCray, First regiment. In the Second reg iment, ex-Major Ramon is appointed captain of Company G Waterbury,; Captain Loomis, Company B, major, and Andrew H. Embler (ex-major First company G. F. O. captain Company D, (New Haven Blues). The off cers of Company c, the new Bridgeport com pany of the Fourth regiment, were appointed September 24th, although the company is elsewhere reported as not yet organized. Ex- Captain Finn, of the Winsted company, re- turns to Company as captain.
Morning journal and courier., 1884-12-19
Eilrai1ciaI.

The Market Opens Weak-An Active Selling Forces Values Down with Rush-A Recovery During The Afternoon Under Which Prices Close Somewhat Higher.
 NEW YORK. Dec. 1S The stock market this morning was weak through out and under active selling of Iackawanna. Western Union, St. Paul, Lake Shore Northwestern and New York Central prices were kept almost steadily on the down grade With the exception of Lackawanna and Western Union there was no other cause for the selling than unloading by the larger holders. The main cause advanced to-day TOT the selling Of Lackawanna was the great de pression in the iron interest, which it was said caused large falling of in the demand for coal Another reason was the active competition in that trade now going on between the bituminous and anthracite mine owners It is asserted that large supplies of bituminous coal from Alabama have cut off the market for vast amounts of anthracite coas in the territory south of the Ohio that the coal pool would be compelled soon to cut to the figures at which the bituminous article was being sold In the case of Western Union the persistent circulation of rumors to the effect that the tele- graphers were preparing for general strike seems to be the main cause for the selling. At the decline ranged from S to Is lower than last even ing's closing. Shortly after midday the selling closed, the statements about the probability of a cut in prices by the coal pool were denied, and it
 
 that there was no intention of cutting rates for 1885. He added that pooling arrangement between the companies for next year, would probably be ratified tomorrow. This news caused better feel ing and during the latter half of the day prices on the advance until just before the close, when, under some realizing prices, they reacted sharply in some instances. The closing quotations showed irregular changes but in a majority of instances prices ranged from A to per cent. above those of last night, the latter in Oregon Navigation Lack awanna also was quite active during the afternoon dealings and there some good buying of the stock the announcement that the company would declare it's usual quarterly dividend the 26th The stock closed IS per cent. higher. There were numerous advices about the probable action of Lake Shore with regard to the next dividend, but they officially denied. It is believed how ever, that the company will pass it's next dividend. The specaltes dull and featureless The sales l to-day aggregated 391 900 shares.
 Money closed easy at 11% per cent.
 Exchange closed firm
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Morning journal and courier., 1884-12-19
A Curious Story ofa Tree.


 The Bridgeport Standard has the follow ing:
 On the premises of Mir. Noah W. Bradley, of Westport, a willow tree, the growth of nearly century, stood until the latter part of August last. During 8 thunder shower many neighboring trees were broken of, or uprooted, but this tree withstood the force of the wind. MT. Bradley expected to see it succumb, but to his great pleasure it passed through the ordeal without the loss of branch. Shortly after the storm, at noon of rarely beautiful day, when he and his peo- pie were at the table, crashing sounds as of falling timber were heard coming from the direction of the tree. On visiting the spot he found that the tree had parted in four sections, falling one each to the west, north, south and east with as much exactness as if placed there by skilled hands. The eastern branch, the largest, fell upon the dwelling, and striking chimney, came near demolish- ing it. This strange thing occurred soon after the earthquake, and by chance that disturbance may have prepared the tree for it's singular and almost mysterious perfor nance.
Morning journal and courier., 1884-12-19
In nneIa,a 0rIma

Edouard Luzon, of Ansonia, was bound over to the Superior court yesterday after noon for criminal assault on Clementine Luzon, his niece, aged twelve years. The assault took place, according to the girls testimony, in Luzon's wagon on the road be- tween Ansonia and Birmingham. He was in the habit of taking little girls to ride with him, being an employe of David Chadeayne, sewing machine agent, and being in the habit of riding about in a covered wagon. Dr. Blodgett's inquiries of the little girl when she was under his treatment led to the dis covery of the facts. The parties are quite well known in Ansonia.
Morning journal and courier., 1884-12-19
THE ooURT REoORD.

raRces This court came in yesterday morning at
Morning journal and courier., 1884-12-19
AMEMLA.
A Great Problem.

Take all the Kidney and Liver
 Medicines, Take all the Blood purifiers, Take all the Rheumatic remedies, Take all the Dyspepsia and indigestion
 cures, Take all the Ague, Fever and bilious
 specifics, Take all the Brain and Nerve force
 receivers, Take all the Great health restorers. Tn short, take all the best medicines in the world, and you will find that Hop -Bitters have the best curative qualities and powers of all concentrated in them, and that they will cure when any or all of these, singly or combined Fail A thorough trial will give possi- tive proof of this.
Morning journal and courier., 1884-12-19
To The Managers Of The Thomas Con
 

"A subscriber in behalf of many" writes fsThe first of Mr. Thomas concerts was a great success, and there is no doubt that these concerts will confer great benefit on all music lovers and students of music The benefit to be derived from them would, how ever, be much enhanced if the programme to each concert could be published at the earliest possible date, 50 that the works con tained in it could be studied and looked into by all who are anxious to profit by the con- certsp
Morning journal and courier., 1884-12-19

THE VoLTAIc BELT Go. of Marshall, Mich. offer to send their celebrated ELECTRO VoL- TAG BELT and other ELECTRIC APPLIANCES on trial for thirty days to men young or old) afflicted with nervous debility, loss of vital ity and manhood, and all kindred troubles Also for rheumatism, neuralgia, paralysis and many other diseases. Complete restora- ton to health, vigor and manhood guaran- teed No risk is incurred as thirty days trial is allowed. Write them at once for illustrated pamphlet free d15eod&w1y
Morning journal and courier., 1884-12-19
Hardened Liver.

Five years ago I broke down with kidney and liver complaint and rheumatism.
 Since then I have been unable to be about at alI My liver became hard like wood: my limbs were puffed up and filled with water.
 All the best physicians agreed that nothing could cure me. I resolved to try Hop Bit ters; have used seven bottles; the hardness has all gone from my liver, the swelling from my limbs, and it has worked miracle in my caso; otherwise I would have been now in my grave. J. w. MoREY, Buffalo, Oct. 1,
Morning journal and courier., 1884-12-19
Annnal Meatfnr

The annual meeting of c. Cowles & Co was held yesterday. The directors elected were as follows: R. P. Cowles, Charles L. English, E. N. Shelton, s. E. Fillmore, H. G. Newton, E. S. Greeley and R. E. Rice.
 The following named persons were elected the officers by the directors: President, R. P. Cow1es; secretary, F. L. Cowles; tr easurer, T. T. Welles. A dividend of six per cent was voted
Morning journal and courier., 1884-12-19

When man says "You may recommend it for all it is worth over my signature and I will stand by it,'' his confidence in the article under consideration is unbounded. That is what Charles J. Bright, of Niddletown, Conn, says of t'Kallocrine," and well he may, for it gave him a new head of hair. If you doubt it write to him. Fifty cents at druggists; nothing else will do as well.
 American Cough Drops Qiquid) is the fold reliable" family remedy for all affections of the head, throat and lungs. Keep it in the house. aug6 eodStw2w
Morning journal and courier., 1884-12-19
nr. CarverWanted.

Dr. Carver, the famous marksman of this city, is to give an exhibition of his skill at the New Orleans exposition, undertaking to break SO, 900 glass balls in week Many of his friends are anxious to have him give an exhibition here before he goes to New Or
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If No Wander

that so many people nk.into untimely graves when consider how they neglect their health. They have disordered liver, deranged bowels constpa-
 on, piles diseased kidneys but they let and think they twill get over ii" It grows worse, oth CT and more serious complications follow and soon it is too late to save them. If such people would take Kidney-Wort it would preserve their lives t acts upon the most important organs purifying the blood and cleansing the system, removes and pre- vents these disorders and promotes health
 ~ To Match That Bonnet! Feathers, ribbons velvets can be colored to match that new hat by using the Diamond Dyes. 10c. for any color at the druggists. Wells, Richardson & Co.,. Burlng- ton. Vt. d15eOd3t wit
Morning journal and courier., 1884-12-19
Poverty and Suffering.

'T was dragged down with debt, poverty and suffering for years, caused by sick family and large bills for doctoring
 tfI was completely discouraged, until one year ago, by the advice of my pastor, com menced using Hop Bitters, and in one month we were all well, and none of us have seen a sick day since, and want to say to all poor men, you can keep your families well year with Hop Bitters for less than one doctors visit will cost. I know it."-A WORKING MAN.
Morning journal and courier., 1884-12-19
GuiIford.

Mrs. Zina Wilcox and MT. Charles Leete, of Nebraska, are visiting their Guilford friends.
 MT. Henry Lee picked bouquet of pan sies from his flower garden few days since.
 The-followiug officers were elected at the annual meeting of St. A1ban's lodge No. 38, F. and A. M, on Monday evening last, viz. Charles w. Walkley, w. M.; Samuel Gris- wold, S. w.; E. c. Woodruff, J. w; George S. Davis, treasurer; A. B. Palmer, secretary Frank Knowles, S. D.; B. H. Griswold, J. D.; J. c. Page, tyler.
 The button shop is nearly ready for the shafting and machinery.
 Hawley camp No. 5, 5,Sons of Veterans, held it's annual meeting last Tuesday evening and elected the following officers, (who will be in stalled January 6): N s. Leete, captain; B. s. Knowles, first lieutenant; Jas F. Wild man, second lieutenant; c. A. Gladwin, F. W. Fenner, Albert Benton, camp council: A. H. Benton; outside sentinel; J. W. Evarts, quartermaster sergeant; F. w. Finner, sergeant of guard; H. B. Fowler, color sergeant; A. H. Phelps, chaplain; E.. E. Finner, corporal of guard; A. A. Hall, camp guard; George Jillson, picket guard; Fred Griswold, P. M.; E. L. Knowles, dele gate; James F. Wildman, alternate.
 MT. Alexander Camp opens a meat market in Branford tomorrow morning in addition to the one he is running here.
 The Sons of Veterans are to have a socia- b1e in Music Hall on Christmas night.
 Dec. IS.
Morning journal and courier., 1884-12-19
Court Notes.

Timothy Kane, of 237 Hamilton street. was arrested for drunkenness and theft of $30 from his father and resisting the officer who made the arrest. Judgment was suspended in all three cases. His sister testified that she had found the money where her father had left it.
Morning journal and courier., 1884-12-19
STATE ooRREsPoNDEroE.
Branford.

Charles Harrison has sold his livery stable to MT. Henry Linsley, jr., who will conduct the business at Joel Griswold's stables.
 B. F. Hosley is building new house on Rogers street for MT. Henry Peterson.
 The annual of the Totokett lodge, K. of H., of this place will take place next Tues 1, day evening. After the election of officers for the ensuing year the members of the lodge will partake of spread at the opera house, given by the ladies.
 Mir. Charles Ackenhead, of Todde Hill, is slowly recovering from his late serious ill., ness. |.
 MT. Willys Robinson's new house on Hop; son avenue is about completed.
 MT. John Hutchinson has quite fine dis play of holiday goods.
 Mrs. John Harrison. of North Branford, died this morning at her late residence after long and painful illness. Dec. 17.
Morning journal and courier., 1884-12-19

The Rev. Reuen Thomas, of Brookline, Mass, has declined the call to the United church of this city. Mir. Thomas expresses regret at not being able to come here, but feels that the pressing claims of his own church at the present time render his decis- ion necessary. The regret at this news will be universal among the United church people.
Morning journal and courier., 1884-12-19
Cree ~ureh

The third and last sermon of the Advent course in this church will be delivered this Frlday) evening by the Rev. MT. Nichols, of Trinity church.
Morning journal and courier., 1884-12-19

James Minor Pratt, son of Deacon Selden M. Pratt, of Centerbrook, has been licensed to preach by the Middlesex association of Congregational ministers.
Morning journal and courier., 1884-12-19

ON AND AFTER NOV. 1O 1884, TRAINS WILL NEW HAVEN at 7:15 a. m., 11:1O a. m and 4:04 D. m. for New Hartford WestfieId, Holyoke, Williamsburg, Turner's Falls and North Adams. At 625 p. m. Accommodation Train for New Hart ford and Williamsburg.
 Trains will arrive from WilIiamsburgh and all in- termediate points at 917 a. m, and from North Adams Turner's Falls, and all points between at 1;17 D. n., 4:54 p. m. and 8:2S D. m.
 For particulars see small time tables at all sta tionS. S. B OPDYKE JR Sl1pt
Morning journal and courier., 1884-12-19

Anyone sending a two cent postage stamp to Snow & Earle, Providence, R. T., will re ceive free by mail trial package of Bilious inc n12 eod6Lw If
Morning journal and courier., 1884-12-19

The finest mayonnaise dresssng for all kinds of salads, cold meats raw tomatoes, pickled salmon, cabbage, etc., is Durkee's Salad Dressing. It is besides more economical than homemade.
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Morning journal and courier., 1884-12-19

fI recommend Ath1ophoros for rheuma- tism, having used it myself. "-Rev. Albert Gould, Clinton, Mass.
Morning journal and courier., 1884-12-19

Chicago Grain and Provision Mar
 ket. Closing quotations Reported over Private Wires to Edwin Rowe 6 Co.,, Commission Mer- chants, 403 New York Produce Exchange, New York.
 The following shows the quotations at 2:3O p. n Chicago time) for the past three days:
Morning journal and courier., 1884-12-19

A Chicago lover bet his girl that he could tell what she was thinking of. He thought she was thinking of him, but she wasn't; it was about pr. Bulls Cough Syrup, which had just cured her of dreadful cold
Morning journal and courier., 1884-12-19
marrted in missouri.

On Wednesday, December 10, at the resi- dence of the bride smother in Kansas City, Mo, Mir. Charles V. Ellis was married to Miss Maria F. Allen. Both were formerly of New Haven and have many friends here. The bride was beautifully attired in a white satin dress trimmed with oriental lace After the ceremony the happy couple left on wedding tour over the Missouri Pacific for the West,
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STARlN'S LINE. Daily Except Saturday.

Leave New Haven from Starin's Dock at 1o:15 p. m The JOHN H. STARIN, Captain McAIisser. every Sunday, Tuesday and Thursday. The Ei&AS- rus CORNING, Captain Spoor, every Monday Wednesday and Friday.
 Returning leave New York from Pier IS, foot Of Cortlandt street, at p; m.-,the STARIN eysak Monday, Wednesday and Friday; the CORNING every Sunday, Tuesday and Thursday The oily Sunday night boat from New York.
 Fare, with berth in cabin, $t; stateroem $1. Ex- cursion tickets $f5O
 Free Coach leaves the depot on arrival of Hart ford train Leaves corner of Church and Chape streets every half hour, commefeihs at S:30 D. IT. Tickets and State Rooms be purchased at l.. E. Ryders, No. 276 Chapel street, at the Tontine Hotel of the Downes News Co.,, 351 Chapel street, and at the International Exchange, 3 Center street.
 c. n. CONKLIN, Agent, m20 NeT Haven, Conn