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The Evening critic., 1885-05-04
PURE DRINKING WATER.
An Effective Filter which Can be
Easily Made,

Gan ounce of prevention is worth pound of
cure" eays Professor Cook, the State geolo-
eist of New Jersey. "People want water that
is perfectly pure for drinking purposes dur
ing the summer, especially 80 as cholera
threatens. From experiments recently made
/ ind the beet litter that can be made is the
tottle filter. 1t Is made by tying string wet
In turpentine around the bottomof quart
bottle and breaking out the bottom. This is
done by lighting the string, and when the
flame has encircled the bottle, dipping 1t In
cold water. Layers OF rne cotton batting must
then be placed In the bottle until wad 10 COL
lected that rests on the shoulders of the bottle
and over Its neck. Now dissolve cup OF
alum In hot water and pour the solution into
a cup OF cold water. This makes q altering
substance. use alum because II is tho only
thing which will precipitate all the Impurities
OF the water to the bottom. For every gallon
OF water that 1t is desired to purify add a tea.
spoonful OF the altering 0uid and stir 1t until
every particle OF the animalculm Is precipita-
ted. This usually takes about ave minutes.
Then run your gallon of water thus treated
through the filter and you will have your
water free from all impurities"
The Evening critic., 1885-05-04
rhe New NntionnI Thentre.

Mr.. Denis Leary, who set the capstone
Of the Washington Monument, at 120
Saturday afternoon laid the cornerstone of
the new National Theatre. There were no
ceremonies. Numerous current coins were
deposited under the corner.stQpe, together
with local papers and an orchestra ticket
Of February 27, the date Of the burning of
the old theatre. The new structure to be
Immediately erected will be completely
ire-proof, and will consist of three sepa-
rate buildiDgs-the entrance, lobby and
stairways, the auditorium and the stage
separated by brick walls.
The Evening critic., 1885-05-04
The AmerIean FIsherlea sooIely.

The American Fisheries Society will hold
its fourth annual meeting in the lecture
room of tho National Museum, beginning
tomorrow morning at IL O'Clock and TO
continue three days. The opening address
will be delivered by Hon. Theodore Lyman.
The first Two days will be devoted TO read
ing papers. On Thursday the society will
visit the Government ad-hatching sta
tions on the Potomac on the commission
steamer Fish Hawk A shad dinner will
he served to the society. The society num-
beTs over 100 members, and was organized
in 1871. 1t was then simply fish cultural
society, composed Of fish breeders, but has
since taken on larger proportions, aud last
year changed its name TO the more COM
pIehensive one that II now bears.
The Evening critic., 1885-05-04
Drunk enness, or The Liquor Habit,
Can be Cured by Administering
DIR. Hnines' Golden Specific.

It can be given In a cup ot coiTee or tea with
out the knowledge OF the person alIing It, Of
fectipg speedy and permanent cure, whether
the patient is a moderate drinker or an alco-
holic wreck. Thousands Of drunkards have
been made temperate mon who have taken the
Golden Specific in their coree without their
knowledge, and to-day believe they quit drink
ing OF their own free Will. No harmful effects
result from It's administration. Cures guar
anteed. Circulars and testimonials sent free.
Address, GOLDEN SPECIFIC co.,
1856 Race ST., Oincinnati,O o.
For sale by Il, X. Helphenstine, Ebbltt
House Drug Store, and also corner Fourteenth
street and Vermont avenue.
The Evening critic., 1885-05-04

The Violate Belt Co., OF Marshall, Mich, Of
fer TO send their celebrated Electro.VOltaic
Belt and other electric appliances on trial for
thirty days, TO men young or old) aflicted
with nervous debility, loss OF vitality and man
hood, and all kindred troubles. Also for rheu-
matsm, neuralgia, paralysis, and many other
diseases. Complete restoration to health,
vigor and manhood guaranteed. No risk 10
incurred as thirty days trial is allowed. Write
them at once for illustrated pamphlet free.
The Evening critic., 1885-05-04

TURKISH BATHS, an infallible remedy for
chills aud malaria, also best blood purlaer
known, given by DR.. II. l., Bovee, 14l7 q street
northwest,
The Evening critic., 1885-05-04
CITY ITEMS.


TAKE no 'just as good" Get the genuine
Salvation OIL. 1t relieves pain Instantly. Price
% cents.
The Evening critic., 1885-05-04
nolIora nnd NInetv.nve CeI

Is the price OF pair of Atwood trousers,
tailor made, perfect fttlng, of our own make
They look well, they wear we'll, they ut we'll,
and tho price is way below zero. A. Saks 4
Co.. $40 and 3lS Seventh street.
The Evening critic., 1885-05-04

a panncea for rheumatism, neuralgia aud
colds, also best cosmetic known, given by Dr.
II. l.. Dovee, 1417 & etreet northwest.
The Evening critic., 1885-05-04

shoe house OF r. s. Gartrell Is replete in all Its
departments with the latest styles and kinds
from the best establish ments In the country.
Ladies' aud gentlemen's flne hRud.sewed
ehoes specially; 500 7th street, corner OF 1.
The Evening critic., 1885-05-04
Meeting Of the Army of the Potomac
In Baltimore. May and z.

The management of tho Baltimore & Pc.
tomac Railroad are making special arrange
ments to provide for the large travel to Bal
timore during the meeting Of the Army Of
the Potomac, May 9 and Z. Special trains
will be run for the accommodation Of the
public between the two cities at suitable
hours. The Washington Light Infantry
Corps, accompanied by the Marine Band,
will leave by special train about 1 a. m.
May z. The National Rifles, Veteran Corps
companies, Emmet Guard, Washing
ton Rifles, Major Fleetwoods battalion
and the companies commanded by Cap.
tains Kelly and Gray will leave by special
trains. Professor Sousa has arranged an
elaborate programme to be rendered by the
Marine Band in concert on the afternoon
and evening of the 9th proximo, which will
take place on Eutaw Place and Wilson
street. The entire arrangements for the
enjoyment and comfort of visitors have
been completed by the committee in Balti-
more. A pleasant time is, therefore, war
ianted to ali who will visit our sister city
on this occasion. Fare $3.50 for the round
trip, good for two days, the 9th and 9Th.
The Evening critic., 1885-05-04

For young peoples wear for school, as we'll as
dress purposes, is more attractive than ever.
Eiseman Bros, the most prominent clothiers
and tailors, corner OF Seventh and Il streets.
The Evening critic., 1885-05-04

Combines style, comfort and durability. Else
man Bros, the most prominent clOthers and
talloTs, corner OF Seventh and L Streets
The Evening critic., 1885-05-04

Ia filled with all the new shapes for children
and boys. Our kilt suits ana shirt waiets are
marves OF beauty. Elseman Bros, clothiers
and tailore, corner OF Seventh and Il streets.
The Evening critic., 1885-05-04
Amnnr The Churches.

TT Presidents pew at DIR. Sunderland's
church was empty yesterday.
Rev. S. II. Geisy, tho new rector Of
Epiphany Church, preached his frst ser
mon yesterday. His subject was the True
idea Of evangelical preaching"
Rev. 7. s. Wynkoop. at the invitation Of
the Good Templars, delivered an impressive
temperance sermon at the Western Presby-
terrain Church last night.
A largely. attended gospel Temperance
meeting, under the auspices of the w. O. I.
u, was held yesterday afternoon in Cal
vary Baptist Church. Rev. DIR. Huntley
made the opening prayer, and addressed,
were delivered by Revs. Green, Cox and
Kelly. At Gospel Temperance Hall, 203
street, last night, Rev. j. @. Hagey spoke
about the curse Of drunkenness.
The Washington Bible Society had it's
annual meeting last night at the Congre-
Pational Church. DIR. Pitzer presided. Rev.
DIR. Byron Sunderland, Rev. DR.. j. q. But
Ter and Rev. DIR. Oliver Cox spoke of tho
Importance of extensive Biblo distrib uuon.
The report of the secretary showed that
the total number of Bibles distributed was
S,266 and the receipts during the year were
S1,642.79, aud tho disbursements S1,5i2 %.
Rev. l.. II. Cobb OF New York last night
preached at the Tabernacle an interesting
sermon on church and parsonage building.
Israel Church. corner of First and b
streets, was crowded at the three services
held there yesterday morning, afternoon
and night. Revs. Gibbons, Williams and
Pearsall preached. At each Of the services
collections were taken up to remove the
church debt, which amounts to $1,000 and
$500 Of this amount was raised.
The Baptist Pastors Conference met at
Alexandria to-day. A report from churches
was received. DIR. ID. W. Faunce will de-
liver lecture before the conference on
sights and sounds in the Orient.
The Evening critic., 1885-05-04
NoDDY plaid suits to order $1s. Hamburger

refrIgerators, carpets and furniture sold on
weekly or monthly payments at Smiths, 413
N. j. avenue northwest.
The Evening critic., 1885-05-04

90 to the old and reliable establishment OF
Chr. XaDder, at No. OIL Seventh street north
west.
The Evening critic., 1885-05-04

See our 80 pants to order. HamDursor's.
The Evening critic., 1885-05-04
"Iusth,s old stand,"
Baby Carriages

610 et. n. W., buys gents secon I.hand
clothing. Note by mail attended to.
The Evening critic., 1885-05-04

For wounds, whether incised or confused,
salvation OIL is the best remedy. Price twenty
i've cents.
Morning appeal. [volume] (Carson City, Nev.) 1877-1906, 1885-05-29
OBSERVATION-DISCLOSURES:

New York-Kountz Bros.
The American Exchange in Europ
Limited) -Messrs. Knauth, Nachod Il
Kuhne.
san Francisco -The Angl0-Californlan
Rank Limited.) Messrs. Homer
King & Co.
apr1
Morning appeal. [volume] (Carson City, Nev.) 1877-1906, 1885-05-29
TRIAL BOTTLE FREE.

Sufficient to show its merit, will be sent to
anyone applying by letter, stating his synlp-
toms and age. Communications strictly conf
Dental al5
Morning appeal. [volume] (Carson City, Nev.) 1877-1906, 1885-05-29

TRAINS FROM RENO TO CARSON AND
VIRGINIA.:
Morning appeal. [volume] (Carson City, Nev.) 1877-1906, 1885-05-29
Or. 6. 3. ShlFlEiD,
PIG Kearney Street,
SAN ANCIS CAL.

Consultation strictly confidential, by letter
or at office, FREE. For the convenience of
PATIENTS and in order to insure perfect secrecy
| have adopted private address, under which
all pa ckages are forwarded
Morning appeal. [volume] (Carson City, Nev.) 1877-1906, 1885-05-29
SEED OATS!
The Celebrated Gilbert oats.
= Z f.s SEED

The yield is enormous, the original l.
lbs. of seed yielding $50 lbs first wear.
Heads 3 10 feet long. Samples of is
wonderful grain now on exhibition a
Chicago, Worlds Fair, New Orleans
and at the Office of the undersigned.
They are E,.@-.3Ie1y E.Ust E'ToGf
Fifty pour Dis 10 the acre sown last year
in san Nateo county yielded 500 bush
els to the acre. Sow in March or later .
For feed or milling purposes they are M
cXceIled.
Sample Pack ages to ~ ihs. &c.
per h.: 10 to 20 his, Gee. per h.: - lbs.
25c per h.: 80 lbs or more, 23c. per 10.
1000 lbs, luc, per ID Sent on recei pit of
price For sale by.
Est'y4 II EESTI; Com. Nerc't.
goo Clay st. san Francisco.
Morning appeal. [volume] (Carson City, Nev.) 1877-1906, 1885-05-29
SYECEEDED TO

"AVlNG STCCEEDED TO
4 1 the business of the Carson city saw
ings Bank we are now prepared TO do
General Banking Business,
Bills of Exchange bought and sold on
san Francisco, New York, England,
Ireland, Germany, France and all the
principal cities OF the United states and
Europe.
Telegrarhic transfers made.
Issue certificates of deposit and ~
ceive deposits on open account.
Collections made at current rates
exchange
Bullion bought and sold.
Mining stocks bought ana SOLD OIL
commission only.
Liberal advances made on approved
stocks and other securities.
Morning appeal. [volume] (Carson City, Nev.) 1877-1906, 1885-05-29

Reno Departs = Departs - Departs -
40 A.. NJ. s 80 A. LID p. NJ.
Carson.. Arrives = Arrives - ARRIVES -
tS25 A. NJ 10 80 A. NJ. 40 +. NJ.
Departs Departs - Departs -
s.}l A. NJ. ii 80 A. NJ io.i3 7. n
Mound House Arrives - Arrives - Arrives -
sos 4. NJ. / , 10 T. NJ. ,.5j P. NJ.
Departs - Departs - Dopnts
l9l5 A. 81 12.2o 7. NJ. '6o3 p. NJ.
Gold Hill. 9.4S A NJ l.u3 P. NJ. .6.tS T. NJ.
Virginia. .... 1000 A. NJ 10 !i.o0 I. NJ.
Morning appeal. [volume] (Carson City, Nev.) 1877-1906, 1885-05-29
CONNECT.ONS:

lAtCarsOu. with daily stages for Lake
TlhGa, Genoa, Carson Valley, SILVER
Mountain, Sweetwaler mines, exc
At Mound House. with trains of the
Carson and Colo.Q 10 Railroad.
H.M YERINGTON.
General superintendent.
d A. BENDER.
General Freight and Passenger agent.
The Press., 1885-09-17
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 HOLLAND.
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s 7
 The frost of last week nipped the ten der vegetation, and though the loss will not be serious, it cuts off some vegetables from the farmers tables.
 At meeting of the legal voters of Dist. No. 1, duly warned, on Saturday seyening. it was voted to make some re- pairs on the basement and retaining walls. and to lay a 2 mill tax on list of 1884 to pay off the present indebtedness, and pay for repairs. M
 Miss Clara Cole is teaching school in Rockville, and Miss Kate Cole has taken a school in Somers.
 MT. c. N. Seymour is enjoying his vacation.
 MT. B. B. Fuller and Mrs. l.. A. P. Fuller are with the Raymond excursion ists on a trip including Niagara Falls among its objective points.
 Mrs. Benjamin Lathrop and daughter Eva have decided to go to Minneapolis, Wis, to reside with her son Fred. who is rapidly earning place among the fore most lawyers of that place. It is rumored that MT. A. J. Morton will occupy her house.
 Court last week was occupied in hear ing the liquor cases that had not been set tied. Fred Remmert was found guilty enough to be fined 50 or more dollars. At the conclusion of Remmert's case the jury were discharged
The Press., 1885-09-17
WELLINGTON.
[coRREsPONDENCE.l l

James Pierce wishes it understood that he has not cut off the watering trough supply near his house by introducing wa ter upon his premises. The water comes from another source.
 Mrs. Mary Snow gave birth to twins last Saturday night. Theydied, however, the following Monday. Mrs. Snow has the sympathy of her many friends in her sickness and bereavement.
 -P. Gilmartin has been lying danger ously ill for some time. Dr. Breck, of Springfield, in council with Dr. Clark, pronounces the case an abscess or tumer on the liver. ... ..-.. ..
 The sister of the widow of the late Dr. Alden Skinner, of Rockville, was in town this week.
 -J. B. Carpenter has postponed his Canada trip on account of the prevalence of smallpox there. E.. :. .-
 Many are having colds hereabouts.
 The Sunday schools voted thanks to Gardner Hall for the opportunity he kind ly gave them of enjoying pleasant and cheap excursion to Block Island, and re- gretted that so few were able to avail themselves of the privilege.
 Have you sent to the Enterprise Manufacturing Company, Third and Dau. phin streets, Philadelphia, Pa., for the cook book spoken of last week. .E
The Press., 1885-09-17
UNION.

.l
 MT. G. l.. Baker and family have re- turned to Hartford.
 Chelsea Young and family, John A. Foster and family of Stafford, and Miss Mary Lyon of Eastford have just returned from Guilford, where they have been talk ing in the sea breeze for two weeks past, and report fine time.
 Mrs. Betsey M. Howard, who for two weeks past has been sick with typhoid fever at the M. B. parsonage, is slowly re- covering.
 School in Dist: No. 4 commenced Monday, Sept. 13th-Miss Belle Harris of Fiskdale, teacher.
 The authorities of the town are put ting up new wall and making other nee essary improvements in the old cemetery, and are also fitting up the grounds in the new. Prayer meeting next Sunday at 4. 30 p. m. at A. E. Weld's.
 Rev. MT. Pierce will preach in M. c. Smiths grove on Sunday, Sept. 2Oth, at 4.30 p. m., should the weather be favora- ble.
 Mrs. R. B. Horton is very sick.
The Press., 1885-09-17
ASH


 There is considerable building going on at West Ashford Lyon Bros are build ing large store house to be used in con- nection with their store, Lewis Chaffee is putting up large shed, and quite num- Der of henneries have been built during the summer. Charles Chism has put an ell on the south end of his house. Will liam Griggs, at the axe factory, has remod- eled his barn, making great improvement.
 wEsTFoRD.
 lcoRREsPoNDENcE.)
 Lyon Brothers are erecting building 31x38 feet, two stories high with cellar underneath having cemented walls. It will be 8 substantial structure, and is to be used by them for storing flour, feed &c.
 Joseph M. Nichols has had a very pretty monument erected on his lot in the village cemetery. It is of marble, from the works of J. J. Love, of Webster, Mass. Isaac Whittlesey has disposed Of his farm to Mir. Cady from New Jersey, who takes possession immediately. MT. Whit tlesey will locate in the vicinity of New London.
 At meeting of the Baptist church recently Nehemiah R. Clapp and Jacob Walls were chosen deacons for one year.
The Press., 1885-09-17
Stat em emt of the condition of Iowa Loan and Trust Company, December 31, 1884.
Liabilities {:
$2,72O,O69.0O
? AND 8 PER GENT. Farm MOrtoaoeS.

That sroperly negotiated First Mortgage Loans up- on Improqed Farms in amounts not exceeding one ties obtainable is evidenced by the of all who have invested in them through me- am prepared to tenth of century that these bonds are as safe as state or towd bOnds and arguments in opposition to them, as they have been negotiated for me,w not which my records offord. Contingencies existing in almost every other form of investment lacking in these, and while do not pretend that they are the only safe security to be had, do say emphatcally that theI eIcOmbinaton of as great safety, and near yif not quite twice the income obtanable from such as would place in the class. renders them de- cidedly attractive. Had they not proven satisfactory to my customers during the past twelve years my transactions in them would scarcely have reached the proportions my records disclose.
 l invite all whose attention may be attracted by my to this form of investment to call and claims for these securities strong make them based upon solid foundation.
 Respectfully, J. J.F.CHAMBERL1N. G. Geo. Williams, president of Chemical National
 Chemical National Bank, New York(
 c. E. Fuller, Esq, Treasurer Dear Sir-Your favor of the 18th inst, has been received, and in reply would say that the confidence which have had for many years, and have heretofore expressed, in the been impaired but the contrary has been strength ened, by increased familiarity with it's business meth ods, and with further acquaintance with the good not hesitate after Very careful reflection to express my belief that the Debenture Bonds of the Company security of substantial and superior character
 Very Respectfully, G. G. WILLIAMS.
 The Company's Debentures are for sale at my office: together with variety of other Farm Bonds, in denominations from $25O to $5, ,OOO The attention of individuals owning Town of Stafford Bonds is called to this fav- orable channel for re-investments which pay satisfactory rate of interest.
 Respectfully,
 ,. F. CHAM BE RLlN.
 Stafford Springs.
The Press., 1885-09-17

Three paragraphs from the Courant Six generations of the Whiton family are buried in the cemetery at Westford. The first Whiton to settle in that parish was 8 son of Joseph Whiton, who came from England and settled in Bingham, Mass.
 A Wilmington farmer has erected a marble slab at the entrance to one of his fields which bears this inscription ''This pasture is for sheep. Hunters keep out. |" :. A man in Bolton planted some melon seed in his garden last spring. The fruit
 seems to be the good for nothing mixture of melon and squash. He calls them "mugwumps." 4
The Press., 1885-09-17
Miss Annie M. Alvord advertises dress

MISS Annie M. AlVOfu auVGftlS6S dress making (excelsior system) at Miss Will liam's millinery rooms, opE osite The Press office
 We are assured that Mrs. Nadeau is not continuing the liquor business, fo1 which her husband was prosecuted. and does not purpose to do so.
 HI. B. Chamberlin, of Westerly, for mer resident of Stafford, and present mem- Der of the Rhode Island legislature, has been visiting in town this week.
 A party of roysterers broke a big front light of plate glass in window of Hanley' s shoe store late one night last week. They are known and will settle. The glass was valued at $125, but large portion of it can be recut for smaller square, and thus reduce the loss.
 List of letters remaining in the post office at Stafford Springs, Conn.,, Sept. IT., 1885 John l. Burns, John o Connolly, Walter Lyon, Ned Dupris, Mary Carolan, w A Patten, c A Parker, John Riley, Martin Northing.
 -Amasa Converse, of Stafford Hollow, has sum- flower plant 10 feet high, and now bearing 25 blossoms and 85 buds. It is an object of beauty as we'll as of curios- ity, and attracts many visitors. It is hoped that it may be in condition for exhibition at the fair.
 Hon. Julius Converse has as guest to-day Hon. Sabin l.. Sayles, of Killingly.
 WEST STAFFORD
 The temperance meeting at the Con- gregational church, conducted by "Har- mony Temple of Honor" of your village, was an occasion of much interest. The address of Dr. Church was we'll received, and was an eloquent appeal to the minds and the hearts of all parents and all lovers of good order and sound morals in the Friend Hodgson gave some of his strong and earnest appeals for tenn perance and no license. It would seem the head of the hydra headed monster must be crushed by some of his heavy blows if it were not made of adamant, but the day is coming when it will crumble, and may God speed it. eff any man hath ears to hear, let him hear"-the cries of the wives and mothers and sisters of the land, ap- pealing to all the manhood there is in them to close up the breathing holes of the pit, and keep them closed by voting no license.
 ... sTAFFoRDvIL1E.
 The case against Willard F. Earring ton, which was somewhat crudely reported to us last week, seems to have arisen from some misunderstanding of the facts. The parties have met together, and everything has been amicably adjusted to the satisfac- tion of every one concerned.
 The instigators of the telephone mes sage sent to Willard F. Harrington that his father was dead, deserve place behind the bars of our county jail. What die boil cal motive could have induced such a deed is known only to the parties concerned in the transaction.
 The case of state vs Luman Plymp- ton, brought the 10th of last July, and charging him with illegal sales, keeping with intent to sell and reputation of keep ing intoxicating liquors, was, after numer- ous adjournments, dismissed by Justice J. R. Washburn Saturday, there being de- fault of appearance on the part of the pros ecution.
The Press., 1885-09-17

there are ninety-nine in the state) report five hundred and ninety five less saloons than before the law took effect. There has been less drunkenness, lawlessness and crime. There are fewer places where the law is openly deied than was thought might be'conside dering all the circumstances. Up to the present canvass the temper ance qhestion has not been treated as partisan measure; but the course of the democrats the past year, together with their recent action, has made it such. This is greatly to be regretted
 o. P. CHAnfPLIN. Emmetsburg, Iowa, Sept. II, 1885.
The Press., 1885-09-17
ELLINGTON.

Secretary Hine announces teachers institute to be held in the church lecture room at Ellington on Tuesday of next week, at p. m. One of the topics, assign ed to W. H. Desper, principal of the Staf- ford Springs public school, is "primary object work
 Mrs. E. l.. Crumb will preach at the Advent chapel, Square Pond, Sunday, Sept. 2Oth, at the usual hours.