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Connecticut western news., 1884-10-29
Hn Tweed in Washington.

Perley in his "reminiscences says: 'Another noted person who visited Washington early in the administration of Mir. Fillmore was William M. Tweed, of New York, who came as foreman of the American Engine Company No. 6, which was composed of young volunteer firemen. Visiting the White House, the company were ushered into the East Room, where President Fillmore soon appeared, and Tweed, stepping out in front of his command, said: 'These are Big Six's boys, Mir. President" He then walked along the line with Mir. Fillmore and introduced each member individually. As they were leaving the room a newspaper reporter asked Tweed why he had not made longer speech. "Thene was no necessity" replied the future nillager of the City Treasury of New York, "for the company is as much grander than any other fire company in this world as Niagara Balls is grander than Croton dam" Two years after ward Tweed, profiting by division in the Whig ranks in the Fifth District of New York, returned to Washington as 8 representative in Congress. He WAS B regular attendant, never participating in the debates and always voting with the Democrats. Twice he read speeches which were written for him, and he obtained for relative the contract for supplying the House with chairs for summer use, which were worthless and soon disappeared.
Connecticut western news., 1884-10-29
Gas for Household Uses.

The Pittsburg Commercial says: The question whether there will be a general demand for natural gas for household purposes, in case the supply is found to be adequate, is one concern ing which there is some doubt As pipes are now being laid in various directions in view of supplying gas to private families, it becomes important to know whether the new fuel will be generally introduced Some efforts have been made to test this matter, and a canvass among a number of house. holders in Williamsburg revealed the fact that nearly all will use the gas on certain conditions. About the first question to be determined is the matter of cost. When assured that gas can be furnished at 10 or 15 per cent below the amount of the annual coal bill, the would-be consumer seems satisfied. Two matters are to be determined: First, it must be demonstrated with reasonable certainty that the gas is safe; secondly, its use must not interfere seri- ously with the rates of insurance.
 yANDERBILT's household expenses are $25O.-
Connecticut western news., 1884-10-29
A Climatic Marvel.

Although the vast territory of Alaska measures 1, 400 miles one way and 2,200 the other, and its furthest island is as far west of San Francisco as that city is west of Bath, in Maine, few people have any clear idea of the country and its people. Within the l,40O miles be- tween it's northern and southern bound aries there is chance for a great range of climate, and while the northern part of the mainland lies within the Arctic circle and is wrapped in the snow and ice of polar regions, southern Alaska re. joices in winter that is not as severe as that of Maryland or Kentucky. The isothermal lines make strange curves on the Pacific coast, and, influenced by the warm Japan stream or Kuro-Sino. a mild temperate climate is given to the shores and archipelago of southwestern Alaska. As in California, temperature and climate depend more upon the dis tance from the sea coast than upon dis tance from the equator, and Sitka sum. mers are quite as windy and foggy, bu. hardly cooler than those of San Fran. cisco. Sitka itself lies in the same lati. tude as Aberdeen, Scotland, and in all the islands south of it there is much the same climate, accompanied by the cor. responding ocean current as prevails on the west coast of Ireland. By tho rec. ords of the Russian observatory main. tained at Sitka for fifty years, the ther mometer fell to zero only three timei during that period. The reports of tn, commanders of the United States ships during the past four years confirm thiI climatic marvel, and show many othe strange things in meteorology.
Connecticut western news., 1884-10-29
The police of St. Petersburg seized secre

The police of St. Petersburg seized secret printing press on the 18th inst. They dis covered documents with the press which showed that arrangements were being perfected to make an attempt upon the Czar's life. Nu- merous arrests have been made.
 New outbreaks are reported at Courtrai, Hasselt and other places in Belgium.
 MT. Trevelyau, who has resigned the Chief secretaryship of Ireland, is said to be ''the victim of Irish resentment"
 The French Budget Committee has de- cided upon reduction of 5000, 900 francs in the appropriation for distribution by the Min istry of Public Worship.
 French merchants at Alexandria are on the brink of ruin, owing to the non-payment of the Alexandria indemnity.
 A bomb exploded at the window of the officers room of the gendarmes barracks it St.. Etienne France.
Connecticut western news., 1884-10-29

SHOOTING A BoY ron A SorfRREL.-- Charles Benjamin, of Monroeton, Brad ford county, Pa, while out squirrel hunting saw q movement among the branches of chestnut tree. Suppoaing it to be caused by a squirrel he fired. A loud shriek followed the report of the gun, and the body of boy como falling to the ground. He ran to tbe spot and recognized the boy as Carl Summers, the thirteen-year-old son of neighbor. The shot had taken effect in the boys face, destroying his eyesight and otherwise mutilating him,
Connecticut western news., 1884-10-29
The ClRImnnI.

The Tchborne claimant was secretly brought to Pent nville Prison Sunday night. He was discha, ged Monday morning, quite unexpect- edly to himself His time had still three days to run. The suddenness and secrecy of his release haffled the purpose of the claimants supporters and friends, who had intended to welcome him at the prison gates At Scotland Yard he received ticke -of-leave requiring him to report monthly by letter to the suthorf- ties. He appeared to be in good health. He will remain qu ct for the present, keeping his residenca secret
Connecticut western news., 1884-10-29
Putting Powder Tn a stove

A farmer at St. Jacobin, Canada, left his four childreu in the house while he went to the field During his absence the eldest boy, Il years old, placed flask containing powder on the stove and then poured a quantity of the explosive inside the stove. The stove was blown into a thousand fragments and the house set on fire. hree of the children were rescued in dying condition. The fourth was also rescued, and will probably recover from ths effects ok bis injuries
Connecticut western news., 1884-10-29
TON0UIN AND CHINA.
The Chinese RepuIsed by the French-The
 Possible March to Pekin.

It is rumored that the Chinese have made ap attack on Thai-Nguyen, in Upper Tonquin, and been repulsed with heavy loss. More posi- tive information come s from Ha1phong, whence General Briere de IIsle telegraphs, under date of Oct. 20, that large masses of the enemy appeared in the Red River Region on the 18th instant, and made an at tack on Tuyen-Kwang. They were defeated with great loss. No French were killed and the wounded are doing well. The French operations in China seem to keep pace with those going cn in Tonquin. It is reported that a great exodus of the Chinese from Shanghai is taking place. This movement is caused by the fear that the French are going to lombard the city.
Connecticut western news., 1884-10-29
The Debt of Pacific Railroads,

In the report of the Railroad Commissioner Vim. H. Armstrong, to the Secretary of the In terior, for the year ended June 30, 1884, tn, total lndebte mess of Pacific railroads to thu United States IS put at S102, 934, ,794.08. Tn Commissioner urges that Congress should talk speedy and final action locking to the ultinat, payment of this indebtedness. The total ha bilities of the Union Pacific are S226, ,095. .649 and the total assets SPAS, ,011, 1868. Th,- ia bllities of the Central Pacific are $lS0, ,312, ,355 and the assets $177, 967,U79. The compsn. estimates its unsold lands and water front a S33 900, 900 in addition to the assets.
Connecticut western news., 1884-10-29

SELLING FIsH.-A fish auction in Holland is one of the oddities of Conti- mental life. As soon as boatman reaches port with load of fish the fact is announced by the sounding of gong Those desiring to make purchases re- pair to the beach, where the fish are piled up in little heaps. The owner then proceeds to auction them of. h. stead of letting the purchasers do the bidding, as is done in this country, he does it himself. He sings out price at which he will sell the lot. If no one takes it he comes down by easy stages till within what the purchasers are willing to pay.
Connecticut western news., 1884-10-29
TroIr Rohher. I'm RunsIa

A desperate attack was made near Kharkoff, Russia, by a body of Nihiliss on train carry ing the mail, in which there was $500, 900. They attempted to wreck the train for the purpose of robbing the mail pouches. The guards opened fire on the wreckers, and the engineer, putting on an extra head of steam, flew past the robbers amid shower of bullets, and brought the train safely to Kharkof. A hody of troops was sent out to the scene, but the Nihilists had made their escape, and no truce of them could be found.
Connecticut western news., 1884-10-29

A BOY was asked which was the greater evil, hurting another's feelings or his finger. The feelings" he said. Right, my dear child" said the grati. fled questioner, "and why is it worse to hurt the feelings2" Because you can't tic rag around them," answered kha child.
Connecticut western news., 1884-10-29
TAKING THE FRENCH FLAG.
Details of the Defeat at TamsuI - The
 Chinese Reinforced.

Chinese Reinforced.
 Fuller advices from China state that in the engagement at Tamsui on Oct 15, in which the Chinese, under Lin Ming Schuan, defeated ], 1,600 French troops, the Chinese captured the French flag. Lin Ming Schuan sent some of his soldiers disguised as coolies to offer to as- sist the French in their work of building forts. Meanwhile the rest of the Chinese soldiers formed an ambush near at hand. Presently a signal was given, whereupon the supposed Coolies and the soldiers in ambush made 8 sudden attack upon the French and hemmed them in on all sides. The French were overwhelmed and rushed into the sea in the widest confusion. Admiral Lespes admits that 106 of his men were killed. He offers reward of S6 for each corpse restored. The loss of the French flag was greatly deplored, and Admiral Lespes en- deavored to recover it from the Chinese by of fering them two new flags in exchange for it. But the Chinese refused to entertain the bar cain
Connecticut western news., 1884-10-29
Ohio,s OmcInI Vote

The official returns are all in, and the foot ings completed by tue Secretary of State are as follo~s: For Secretary of State, Robin son (Rep.), 39l 1899; Newman (Dem.), 3s0, ,275; Morris CProh.), 9,857; Herold (Grbk.) ). 3,580. Martin (Dem.), 378, ,963; Roseborough (Proh ), 9,S57; Grogan (Grbk- ). 3,7SO. For Member of the Board of Public Works-Flicking (Rep ), 993, 1885; Benfer Oem.), 376,802; Kirkendan (Proh. ), 9,004; Ogden (Grbk.), S,527.
Connecticut western news., 1884-10-29
manan,h PennItr

The six officers of the Russian army who were sentenced to death @ few days ago for political offences were put to death at St' Petersburg Citadel. Besides them, there were two women who paid the death penalty, onf Madame Wolkenstein, the other May Figner tue daughter of g. priest. The only persons present were the Ministers of Justice and oi the Interior and the prison officials.
Connecticut western news., 1884-10-29
Sufferers From SCrOfQIa

You can be cured fl you will take Hoois sArssnA. ra tho great blood puriacr. Whether the disease to ercdtary acquired this sdicne erpols every ofimpurity and vtAzes and cnriches tho blood wale it also tones and strengthens tho aystem.
 "Ihad four scrofulous come my feet, which grew co bad that could not shoe. Nothing which took did any good till day IfAw Hoods sarsApArlla advertised in paper and decided Co try t have taken two bottles an the almost on. tirsly healed. "-MKs. Appm Ptrrs. South Potsdam NY.
 Clarence Johnson. Erie. Pa. had scrofulous slrcs on bic face and head. He entirely cured by Hoodf sArsapArillA.
 'I have been troubled with scrofula great deal anu was advised to uood's Sarsapsrilla. I have now takon three bottles and have nearly efahcatei the sorOfulA from my system."-w A. PEnRY, Bourne Mass.
 Hoods SarsapariIla Sold by all drusEisis si; siH for sj. M,de oaly by O. I. HOOD co, Apotheoares, Lowell. Mass.
Connecticut western news., 1884-10-29

THE CLAM is gradually propagating itself all along the California coast. It is only ten years since the bivalve be- came common on the shores of San Francisco Bay, and now it is found as faE down the coast ~ Santa Barbars.
Connecticut western news., 1884-10-29

FoR NEARLY 9i YEARS havo been victim of CAtarrh. I have tried many remedies, re- ceiving little or no relief. l bought one bottle of Ely's Cream Balm and derived more real benefit from that than all the rest added to- gether. You can recommend it As being n safe and valuable medicine. A IL FuILHn, ,DAnby, NJ
Connecticut western news., 1884-10-29

In thirty years successful experience in tho manufacture of l500O0 instruments, the Mason & Hamlin company have accumulated facilities for manufacture without which they could neither produce as good organs as they now make, nor with as great economy. said an experienced manufacturer in witnessing the operation of a single machine in their fac. tory recently; "One boy with that machine does as much work ns ten skilled workmCn could do without it, and docs it better at thatn
 These accumulated facilities, including ex. perienced and skilled worlancn, are the secret of their producing organs which arc unuues. tionably the best, yet can be sold at prices which are little more than those of the poor. ost-BoSton Trursilsr
Connecticut western news., 1884-10-29
The IIore of bod NntIe

As oSE HAVING USED Ely's Cream Balm, I would say it is worth its weight in gold Gs a cure for Catarrh. Ono bottle cured mo. $. A. LOWELL, Franklin, Pa. (See Ady't)
Connecticut western news., 1884-10-29

The solvent properties of crude oil arc SO well established that it is unnecessary to quote examples. Carboline is made from crude oil devoid of smell, and is guaranteed to remove sctirf and dandr7,R
Connecticut western news., 1884-10-29

"RouRh on Coughs" Ask for "Rough on Coughs for Coughs, Colds. Sore Throat, Hoarseness. Trochos l5e T{nuil 0bo
Connecticut western news., 1884-10-29

and of greater value than fine gold is a great tonic and renovator like Kidney-wort It oK. pells all poisonous humois from the blood. tones up tho system and by acting directly on the most important organs of the body stimu- lates them to healthy action and restores health. It has effected many marvellous cures and for all Kidney diseases and other kindred troubles it is an invaluable remedy.
Connecticut western news., 1884-10-29

Delicate diseases Of either sex, however induced, speedily and permanently Consultation free. Address, Worlds Disptn sary Medical Association Buffalo N Y.
Connecticut western news., 1884-10-29

Composed of genuine French Grape Brandy, Extract of Smart Weed and Ia- maica Ginger, with Camphor Water, Dr
 Pierces Compound Extract of Smart-Weed excels as a remedy for collie, cholera morbus. diarrhoa, dysontery or bloody-fux, or to break up colds, levers or innammatory at- tacks
Connecticut western news., 1884-10-29

THE confectionery trade of the United States amounts to s32, 000,000 yearly.
Connecticut western news., 1884-10-29

THERE are I8S,065 masonic lodges in the world, with l4, l60 5t9 members.
Connecticut western news., 1884-10-29

GRATED HANDS, face, pimplcs and rough skin cured by using Juniper Tar Soap, made by Caswel, Hazard X O., Now York,
Connecticut western news., 1884-10-29

LYDIA E. Pn;EHla's Vegetable Compound
Connecticut western news., 1884-10-29

PuREsr AND DEsr cop-LrvERo orL, from selected ivers, on tho seashoro, by Caswell, Hazard X O., NY. Absoutolypurc and sweet Patients who have once taken it prefer it to all otherA Physicinns declare 10 superior 10 all other oils.
Connecticut western news., 1884-10-29

IRTIASD's population now Is 5,i00, ,000-s.- 090, 900 Jess than in lsil.
Connecticut western news., 1884-10-29
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Connecticut western news., 1884-10-29

Isn't that Mrs Holmesi l thought the doctors gave her up. She looks well now
 She is we'll After the doctors gave mp her case she tried Dr. Pierces Favorite Pre- lcitption and began Co get better right away. l heard her say not long ago that she hadn't ielt SO well in twenty years She does her own work and says that life seems worth liy- ing, nt last Why said she, feel ns if had been raised from the dead, almost 2 Thus do thousands attest the marvellous eiil. eacy Of thls God-given remedy for female weakness, prolapslis, alteration, leucorrhma morning sickness, weakness of stomach, ten dency 10 cancerous disease, nervous prostfa tion, general debility and kindred affections
Connecticut western news., 1884-10-29
''ItouEh on pata', Pinstc

Porous and streng improved, the best for backache, pains in chest or side, rheuma. tism, Neuralgia. 25c. Druggists or mail.
Connecticut western news., 1884-10-29
( atarru "Ttnc Iiinddcr.

 Stinging, irritation, inflammation, all Kidney and Urinary Complaints, cured by "Buchu- Paiba.' sl. Ton SPECIAL RArEs for ndvcrtislng in this papor Apply to tho pu blisher of tho papor, 'fiIA
Connecticut western news., 1884-10-29

A NORTH CAROLINA Postmaster receives Q yearly salary of cents.
Connecticut western news., 1884-10-29

TIE Claimant is to be released on aticket-of leayp on Oct p4
Connecticut western news., 1884-10-29
Irtter Thnn IIlnmonda,

Children, slow in development puny, scrawny nd delicate use "Wolls' Health Rcnewer.n
Connecticut western news., 1884-10-29
MARKET NOTES.

yANDERBmT's household expenses are S25O.- 900 year.
Connecticut western news., 1884-10-29

CALIFORNIA produces figs eight inches in cir conference
Connecticut western news., 1884-10-29
NEWS OF THE WEEK,

Remember. No Cure, Nc Pay
The Dallas daily herald. [volume] (Dallas, Tex.) 1873-1887, 1884-04-20
,J,HE STATE OF rExAs-Io THE SHERIFF

rJyIIE STATE OF TEXAS-TO THE SHERIFF
i or any constable OF Dallas county, greet
ing You are hereby commanded. That by
making publication of this citation In some
newspaper, published In the county OF Dallas,
for four successive weeks previous TO return day
hereof you sum ION James K. Crawford and
Maggie Crawford, who are non-roi idents OF the
Stare Of Texas, 10 be and appear before The Dis
trlct court. to be holden In and for the county
OF Dallas at the courthouse thereof, In the city
OF Dallas on the second Monday In May next
then aud there to answer 20 the petition OF
Mary L. Yearout, James X, Yearout and j. X.
Leake filed In said court on the first day OF
February, 1854. against the said James X. Craw-
ford and Maggie Crawford. and alleging IN sub.
stance as follows. to-w!t. That plaintiffs ana
defendants are heirs ut law Of ssmuel I.eake
scribcd land in Dallas county, Texas: "a acre
OF LAND IA part OF the Daniel Crumpec'er 2y6
acre turyey) also Al IL sores OF land IA part OF
the Daniel christ spsyeyG Una. psi ,hn anu
described two tracts OF land: that plaintiffs own
the undivided two-thirds Of said lands aud de-
PENDANTS the undivided one-third OF said lands:
division Of said lands. thai a guardian nd litcm
be appointed TO represen mt the infan' defendant,
Maggie Crawford. and on dunl hearing hereof
that decree be entered directing the Partition
OF said estate OF Samuel Leake, deceased, &C
ccrding 10 the respective shares OF the parties
entitled thereto, and appoint commissioners TO
divide said estate between said he RS. for costs
Of suit and general relief
Herein fail not but have you then and there
before said court this writ, with your return
showing how you have executed the
same
witness. II. W. Jones, clerk of the district
court of Dallas county.
ILsl Given under my hand and seal Of taid
cou t. In the city OF Dallas this the 18th day OF
April. A. ID. 1884.
Clerk District Court. Dallas County.
By w T. PARRY. Deputy
The Dallas daily herald. [volume] (Dallas, Tex.) 1873-1887, 1884-04-20

hlving beep with tina road Ave YEAR,. prsvi.
ons To then he h I'd becn VA tbe civil angin-
Ger departments OF tba Texas A Paoitii and
International roads. He was Nh Aiabamian
BY birth, his father being from Virginia to
that state. he was still young man when
de.'b with rsls0tlses demand
clsimed him hut had already reached
well nigh the acme of perfection In his pro.
f,stion Of civil engineer. Msjor Temple,
with whom he has worked Tor five years
pat, declares that In hi, judgment he was
the best engineer ever In T,rss, lilo was
not only q social, genial, Intelligent gentle.
man slwsys aud under all clroums 'ances, In
society, ~ the field, In csmp and
In ,hs ofice. IN, be always seemed T. be
thinking Of some ono else's welfare and
well being more than HIS own. He WAS
tfnly one OF pat ure's noblss, spirits, n true
and devoted frieno, n loving, fond hus-
bsnd, o tender. niieclionate h,hor. Hs
lesves = widow, grand and good woman,
with three little children, all bersit and
slcno 10 tho world. May tho Father who
doth all things well, take them into His
msrciful kssping aud soften tho burthen OF
their rriei TO heir hearts.
The Dallas daily herald. [volume] (Dallas, Tex.) 1873-1887, 1884-04-20
MISS CHARLOTTE THOMPSON.

As Miss Moulton, at tho Dallas opera.
house nsxt Tuesday night. The Times
Democrat, New Orleans, April list, says
Last night there was fair house only at
the Academy TO zee Mics Charlotte Thomp-
son a Miss Moulton. II the public had
had any idea Of the delicate personation
This estimabls lady would give OF the parl
Throughout Miss Thompson really ontdid
her past ondesyors and In her reading and
emotional sceDes carried away the houee.
In some OF Der deeper NOES there 70 a
breadth and scope thai 10 full OF sentiment
and passion, and rs an opera singer handles
her voice In the gamut OF musical notation.
So did Miss Thompson In her stronger
scenes. The company, too, came out In
higher relief than on previous nights, aud
Miss Thompson's support wap good. The
Matilda dc Lstour OF Mas Olga Brandon
was excellent, az was also 81 Belin by J.
l.. Wooderson. The children o. Fernando,
Jeanne (Miss Emma Hinckly) and Paut
tiltl. Julia Boird) we're both neatly given,
and with much effect
The Dallas daily herald. [volume] (Dallas, Tex.) 1873-1887, 1884-04-20
MILITARY ENCAMrmENrs.

The Lamar Rifles struck tents yesterday
at Shady View park thirty strong, and will
put in their best llokS during
the next tro weeks drilling
for the interstate drill at Houston
which will be held in May. They
have made themselves quite ut home and
mean strictly business. They are lin
camp" in the true sense oi
the term and are doirg thtir
own house cleaning and cooking. The re.
porter acknowledges an invitation from the
bows to dine with them.
The Queen City gnards have been en-
camped in their srmory for the last two
weeks drilling from TO $3.50 q. m. and from
1880 TO 10 p. m. every day. Tho company
is in most excellent condition and intends
to give an exhibition drill at the armory
next Friday night TO which tho public are
cordially invited. The company will be
inspected by Major Wheat, oil the fourth
Texas regiment. The guards are compos-
ed Of excellent material and no doubt will
reflect credit upon north Texas and Dali %,
10 they intend IL good honest work will
win to bring back enc Of the prizes from
Houston. The company mnuliests an APP
probation OF the favors heretofore received
at the hands OF a generous people and their
efforts to please ana reflect credit upon the
community from which their members
come will be, ID ia hoped, appreciated by
all people who taEe an interest in the pros
perity, success and excellence OF north
Texas and Dallas,