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Connecticut western news., 1884-03-19
Not a Backbiter.

The carefulness of some colored peo- pie, not to say anything directly against the character of their neighbors, was it. lustrated by the old story of the man who wouldn't say that Sambo stole chickens, but if he was a chicken, and Sambo was around, he would "roost high" Here is another story to the same effect: A gentleman stopped at Q cabin where an old negress lived, and while waiting for one of the children to get fresh bucket of water, entered into conversation with her, regarding the crop prospects.
 ''I did hab fo' or five fine hogs," sad the old woman, ''but da's dwindled down till ain't got but one now"
 Somebody steal them ?"
 'I neber talks bout my neighbors, an doan like ter say what become of de shoats. I neber makes mischief, I doesn't"
 'Did the hogs die?"
 "Da muster died, but you ain't agwine ter git me ter say nuthin agin my neigh. bors. De man who libed up dar is dead now, and I ain't gwine ter say nuthin' agin him. De hogs disappeared away from heah while dat man was libin' ; but agwine ter say nothin' agin him. '
 "Do you think he took them ?'
 "Mister, dat mans dead, and I doau wanter say nuthin' agin him, but femme tell yer, while dat man was hbin' he was powerful stumblin' block ter hogs. -ArkanSaw 7rdUeler.
Connecticut western news., 1884-03-19

The mine in which the disaster occur red is known as the Flat Top Mine, and is situated in the northeast portion of Tazewell county, at the base of the Flat Top Mountains, which divide that part of Virginia from West Virginia The company working the mine is nominally known as the Southwest Virginia I'm provement Company, but the mine is really under the control of the Norfolk and Western Railroad Company who have branch road. known as the New River division, running from New River to Pocahontas, about sixty miles. John O. Ilsey. of Pennsylvania, is president of the Improvement Company, and William A. Lathrop is superintendent of the mine, which is comparatively new, hay ing been in active operation but little over year. From 800 to 600 hands were employed, and a large quantity of coal was being taken out.
Connecticut western news., 1884-03-19

Tho Fitz John Porter bill, which passed the Senate by vote of 36 yeas to 25 nays, au- thorizes the President 10 appoint Gen. Porter same grade and rank held by him at time of dismissal, and also in his discretion to place Gen. Porter on the retired list as of that grade; Gen. Porter, however, to receive no compensa- ton or allowance prior to his appointment under the act.
 The majority of the House Committee on Shipping reported adversely on the bill to allow foreign built ships to be Americanized.
 Representative Caine claims that the Mor- mons are unjustly treated.
 Some Pennsylvania workmen want Congress to appropriate $I0,0J0,000 of the surplus ill the Treasury for a colonization scheme.
 West India sugar planters want reciprocal commercial relations with America, but the home government objects.
Connecticut western news., 1884-03-19
Sold, But no Money.

There was, up to year or two ago, a man in the grocery business i'll one oI the villages of Western Michigan who was famous for his hatred of drummers. Travellers for Chicago, Detroit and other houses were ordered out of the store in the toughest manner, and several were assisted to leave in a style more hurried than graceful. The boys, however, rather enjoyed it, and a sort of ring was formed among them with a solemn agree ment to keep calling on the grocer until he gave some one an order.
 One day, eight or ten months ago, an agent for Detroit house entered the grocery prepared for the worst, but what was his amazement to be received with smile of welcome. This was fol- lowed by kind words, and later on by an order for about $500 worth of goods. The agent was so elated that he tele- graphed the news home and to several of his acquaintances, and it was q week before he recovered his usual equilib- rum of spirits.
 "And did he continue to buy of your house ?" asked one who had listened to the drummer's story.
 "Well, mo-"
 "Why not ?"
 "Because, within ten days after he got our goods he failed and couldn't pay five cents on the dollar. ."-DCtrOH Free Press.
 INoREAsINa.--The Catholics of Great Britain have built l, ,422 churches and schools during the Inst forty years, aud claim that their numbers are increasing three times as fast as the population,
Connecticut western news., 1884-03-19

THE HANDsoMEsT. T.-Daniel Webster once proved that he was the handsomest man in New England. Boston," said he, 'is the handsomest town in New England, Fremont is the hand soonest street in Boston, Scollay's are the handsomest buildings in Fremont street, Christopher Cores office is the handsomest room in Scollay's building, and am (now) the handsomest man in Christopher Cores office-ergo, am the handsomest man in New England. '
Connecticut western news., 1884-03-19
NIeritet Praise.

The universal praise bestowed upon Kidney. Wort as an invaluable remedy for all disorders of the Kidneys, Liver and Bowels. is well merited. Its virtues are universally known and it's cures are reported on all sides. Many ub- stinate cases have succumbed to it after they had been given up by the doctors, and thor. ough treatment will never fail to cure. Sold by all druggists. See ady't.
Connecticut western news., 1884-03-19

THE NEW QUEEN. new Queen of Madagascar is young, of 8 pleasing ex- pression of countenance, and singularly dignifed and ladylike. On the occasion of her inauguration she wore a dress of ivory satin, with much gold embroidery. She had train of two yards in length of handsome dark crimson velvet, spangled with gold, borne by six officers of State. The gold crown was already on her head, and thus she stood upon the throne. The Prime Minister is her welded husband, and old enough to be her grandfather. She is the third Queen who has been luis wife.
Connecticut western news., 1884-03-19

ELYs CREAM BALM is doing wonders. nd. wise sufferers from Catarrh to lay other rem edies aside. l believe it is the only remedy that will cure this terrible disease, from which BKANT, Shoe Merchant, SS5 Broad St., Newark, NJ Price 50 cents per bottle
Connecticut western news., 1884-03-19
NOTICES FROM THE PRESS.

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Connecticut western news., 1884-03-19
HARRINGTON NOTES.

Resolutions in reference to the Lasker in- cident have b ell agreed upon by the House Foreign Affairs Committee. Prince Bismarck s action is regarded as matter to be settled between him and the Reichstag.
 Mir. Watterson urged the passage of the Newspaper Copyright bill before the Joint Li- brary Committee.
 The House Post Office Committee exonerate MT. Ellis, of Louisiana, from the charges made against him in connection with star routes.
 In view of the rumors in reference to the shipping of explosives to foreign countries, the Attorney General has issued Q circular to Dis rict Attorneys and others calling attention to the provisions of the Revised Statutes in refer ence to such shipments. The circular says No proof has been adduced that this rumor is founded upop fact, and the President cannot believe it's truth. The honor of this nation, however, requires that it should not be open to the imputation, unfOunded though it be, of the slightest appearance of toleratlng such crimes, whether to be committed against our people or those of other countries
 Not fewer than thirty amendments to the Constitution have been proposed during the present session of Congress.
 The House, ill Committee of the Whole, struck out the clause limiting postmasters' salaries, which leaves them as they are at pres ent.
 Representative Willis says that another effort to pass the bill extending the bonded whisky period will be made within the next few days.
Connecticut western news., 1884-03-19
THE EGYPTIAN WAR.
VICTORY FOR GENERAL GRAHAM.
The Arabs Completely Routed From Their POsition-0ver 70 of the British Killed.

Dispatches from Suakim state that the rebels opened fire on General Graham's s forces at l o'clock Thursday morning. The British forces were at once formed to repel a charge, but no attack came. The men were thereupon ordered to lie down again. The fire of the rebels con- tinued all night, but the British did not reply. An officer and two men were wounded and one man was killed.
 The fighting began at daybreak. The infantry and artillery completely routed the enemy from their pits and trenches. The battle had not lasted more than half an hour when the victory of the British was made certain.
 A telegraphic dispatch has been re- ceived from General Graham, dated "Osman Digna's camp, March 13, II. 40 a. m. in which he says: "The camp of the enemy has been taken after hard fighting since 8 o'clock this morning. Over seventy of the British were killed and 100 wounded"
 Later dispatches say the bivouac We'd nesday night was exceedingly unpleas- ant. The Arabs kept up a persistent fusillade till just before daybreak. The bright moonlight rendered objects dis tinctly visible at a long distance, but prevented the enemy from attempting a sudden onset.
 The rebels directed their fire especial ly toward the hospital wagons, which were conspicuous in the moonlight. The surgeons and General Graham's staff officers had many narrow escapes. At six o'clock, sunrise, a Gardiner gun and a nine-pounder were turned against the rebels, who were within ], 300 yards of the British position and afforded a most excellent target
 The Arabs were soon compelled to re- tire to their main position near the Tamai wells. Colonel Stewards cavalry arrived at half past six, and took position on the British left, so as to turn the enemv's right.
 General Graham has taken up his quarters for the present in the camp from which Osman Digna and the rebel hosts were driven. The enemy fought most stubbornly, and the battle was much heavier than the engagement at Teb. The sailors. the Black Watch regiment and the York and Lancaster regiments suffered the heaviest losses.
 The loss of Osman Digna's forces was 2,400.
 During the engagement the Arabs, under cover of the smoke crept close up to the British lines, and dashed against the marines and the Sixty-ffth and Black Watch Regiments throwing them selves upon the bayonets of the British and giving and receiving fearful wounds. Great confusion enFued. The Sixty-ffth began to retreat, crowding upon the ma rines, when all became inextricably mixed. Gen. Graham and his staff did their utmost to rally the men, retreating 800 yards to enable them to reform. Assistance from tho other brigade pre- vented serious disaster. There were many narrow escapes among the off, cers. The horse of Gen. Butler was shot from under him. The pluck shown by the rebels is unexampled.
Connecticut western news., 1884-03-19
A dialect proves poverty of resources.

Ton DYsPEPsYX, INDfuFgTIbN, depfession of spir- its and general debility in their various forms also preventive against fever and ague and otherintermittent levers, the "Ferro-phosphor- ated Elixir of Calisaya," made by Caswell, Hazard X Co.,, New York, and sold by all Drug gists is the best tonic and for patients recover ing from fever OF other scknnss iL bus DO nanAl
Connecticut western news., 1884-03-19

q was most dead with heart difficulty, can now do good days work, and sincerely recommend Dr. Graves Heart Regulator at the eremedy.-George Gladding, Hartsgrove O." $1 per bottle at your drug store.
Connecticut western news., 1884-03-19

is one that yields its owner good proHt through tho whole season. But he must supply the cows with what they need in order for then to be able to keep up their product. When theii butter gets light in color he must make 1t ''gil edged" by using Wells, Richardson & Col Improved Butter Color. It gives the golder color of June, and adds five cents per pound tc the value of the butter.
Connecticut western news., 1884-03-19
..Rnnrh on Cnrn.n

Ask for Wells "Rough on Corns." i5c. Quick, complete cure. Corns, warts, hunions
 "wurS we say that Sdnarltdn Nerriae eurel we moan t."- Frisco Journal
Connecticut western news., 1884-03-19

From Stone in the Txidneys Of one of Troy, Hest CitIzens-IIis Recovery through the use of pr. David Kennedy's FHyoritc Remedy tof Rondout. N. YJ
 nh hy no means strange that Dr. Dsud Ksnsod, should have received the following letter. By reading ,t you will see in one minute why James Andrews was thankful:
 br. D. Kennedy. Rondouf Y. r.
 DTAR stR-unul within a recent date. had for sev, erAl venrs suffered greatly from Gravel called by the doctors tho Brick dust Sediment For about year mast this sediment has not passed on in the usual ounntity but has accumulated, causing me untold pain. Having heard of DIR, DAVID kENNEDH'S FAvoRTTE REMEDY, I tried t in my case, nnd after using about one and onehalf bottles, lvoided stone feom tho bladder of oval shape. f'i6 oi aa inch long, and rough on its riioe, send you tho largest piece that you may of what it is composod Since then have felt no pain, now consider m sai cured and cannot express my thHnkiuness an grah' ude for so signal deveranee from terrible discase You have my consent to ufs this letter should you wish to do SO for the benefit of ui her snferers
 JAMrs ANppIws. No. 10 Marshal St |. Ida Hill. Troy. NY.
 When we consider that the medicine which did thl service for MT Andrews costs only dollar bottle fl would sesm that persons afflicted ia like fashion car afford the expense of testing its vrt1e' Get 1t Of you druggist or address pr David Kennedy, Rondout NY
Connecticut western news., 1884-03-19
WHAT SUBSCRIBERS DAY.

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Connecticut western news., 1884-03-19

Mrs. Ann LAcour. Of New orleans La, writes lhaVe son who has been sick for two years he has been attended by our leading physicians but all to no purpose This morning he had his usual spell of coughing. and was so greatly rrostrated in conse. queDce that daath seemed immnent We had in the house bottle Of pr, wm. ntls Balsam for tho Lungs purchased by my husband, who noticed your advertisement yesterday, We administered H Ac. cordng 10 directions and he was instantly re. licved.
Connecticut western news., 1884-03-19
NrnxsT Axle aroase.

One greasing lasts two weeksi all others two or three days. Do not be imposed on by the humbug stufTs offered. Ask your dealer for Fra gers, with label on. It saves your horse labor and you too. It received first medal at the Cen. tcnnial and Paris Expeditions. Sold everywhere
Connecticut western news., 1884-03-19
LATER.

Details of the desperate battle be- tween Gen. Graham's forces and the rebels, near the Tamai Wells, say that during the confusion which ensued when the Arabs made their wild rush upon the British lines and caused them to retreat, the newspaper reporters and other non-combatants took part in the fray, and used their revolvers freely and with deadly effect against the enemy.
 The rebels entered the second square upon their hands and knees, beneath the muzzles of the Gatling guns. They then commenced slashing with their weapons, doing terrible execution. The British were no match for the rebels at close quarters.
 The Arabs retired before the English slowly and sullenly. They were de- feated, but not put torout. They walked away as if sauntering through bazaar, with arms folded or swinging at their sides. They were often shot down, but | this did not hasten their companions speed.
 Judges of native character think that the Arabs are so allied by family ties that the great loss of life will appall them and break their faith ill the Mahdi II
 and their sheiks.
 It was impossible to take prisoners. The wounded Arabs would lie motion less, without uttering a single cry or moan, and watch their chance to stab the advancing British with knife or spear. The victors walked among the wounded as among so many vipers.
 A wounded Arab killed a British marine during the night. Another at- tempted to stab Colonel Stewart while his aide. scamp was giving the wounded man water.
 General Graham telegraphs that five officers and eighty-six men were killed and eight officers and 103 men wounded. Nineteen men are missing. The rebels numbered from ten to twelve thousand. Three officers and seven men of the nav al brigade were killed at the guns. Over two thousand rebels were killed. The rebels charged regardless of their loss. They left 600 dead at one point of the
Connecticut western news., 1884-03-19
ANYONE
FE' CapeHeII, TOrrington, Ctv

Who will personally answer all inquiries. He will sell you the following celebrated makes of Pianos and Organs at least 10 per cent cheaper than you can buy one of any so called author ized agent, who will tell you he has the exclusive sale and that they cannot be bought o1- ly through him. Enough said, "the proof of the pudding is in the eating,' and to this end l invite you when in want of a Steinway, Chickering, Weber Decker Bros or Christie x
 Son Piano; also Mason x
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 I have the BEST UPRIGHT PIANO IN THE WORLD for $225 : also the BEST ORGAN for SG5 : both fully warranted for five years.
Connecticut western news., 1884-03-19

STA NEW Sur. Faded articles of all kinds restored to their original beauty by Diamond Dyes. Perfect and simple. 10c., at all drug gists. Wells, Richardson & Co.,, Burlington, Vt.
Connecticut western news., 1884-03-19

DR. B. F. LAUaHLIN Glide, Kan, writes: s'Sdnlayitdn Ne1.uine cures fits"
Connecticut western news., 1884-03-19
Immense Stock

Of second hand instruments to be closed out at Great Bargains at
 F. E. CAPEWELL's,
 TOrringtOn, Ct
Connecticut western news., 1884-03-19

The ancients were acquainted with the vir. tues of Petroleum. Herodotus refers to it and speaks of wells being found in Zunte. Nowadays everybody has heard of it through Carboline the great natural Hair Restorer.
Connecticut western news., 1884-03-19

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Connecticut western news., 1884-03-19

Durno's oatarrh snun cures catarrh and all Aneo- tions Of the mucous membrane.
Connecticut western news., 1884-03-19
ltI{ouub on Courhn.' .''
Instantly Relieved

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Connecticut western news., 1884-03-19

HAVING USED Ely's Cream Balm for Catarrh and Cold in the Head, am satisfied that it is a first-rate preparation and would recommend it to anyone affected.-R w. CHEEvER, Editor Herald, Clinton, Wis. (Price 50c. See adv't.) )
Connecticut western news., 1884-03-19
POLITICAL.

The Republican County Committee of New York cty chose John J. O'Brien to be it's per- manent president, Marvelle W. Cooper, the op- posing candidate, being defeated by vote of l43 to 109.
 The Republicans will hold two State Con ventions in Vermont-To elect delegates to Chicago at Montpelier, April 80; and the Gubernatorial at Burlington, June Is.
 The California Democratic State Conven- tion will be held at Stockton on June 10.
 The Louisiana Republicans elected an un pledged delegation to the Chicago Convention.
 It is stated that Massachusetts will send a delegation to Chicago for Edmunds and Lin coin. Blaine has many friends in the State
 John Kelly says Tammany Hall will sup port any nominations the Chicago convention may make.
Connecticut western news., 1884-03-19
LONG SUFFERING

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Connecticut western news., 1884-03-19

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Connecticut western news., 1884-03-19
NO CURE! NO PAY!

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