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The National tribune., 1885-08-06
Stories About Cats.
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Compiled by the New York Sun.
A cat of Searsport, Me-, made friends with a
pet rat, but killed all the wild rats it could
find.
A cat of South Brooks, Me-, watches a cradle,
and when the child cries caresses it until it
falls asleep.
A gentleman at Newport R. L., let mouse
ont of trap for his cat but big rooster stand
ing near jumped on it first, took it in his bill
by the neck, and shook it until it was dead.
A cat of Hyde Park, Mass. took charge of a
brood of six chickens. She licked their feath-
ers until they grew the wrong way. The chicks
followed her as they would have followed
hen
A Lewiston cat made friends with pig, be-
came his constant companion, and slept with
him at night. When the pig was slaughtered
she watched by his corpse and refused to eat
any of his flesh.
A Maine cat accidentally stepped on the keys
of piano board one day, and was surprised at
the sound. Since then she goes to the piano
regularly and paws the keys waiting with ears
erect and eyes sparkling for the sounds.
A gentleman living in the American district
writes to The Sun: had a black and white
cat which showed intelligence in many ways
Her reasoning power was shown one day in
cold weather. when she was put out of the
house at 10 or II o'clock at night. Not having
warm place to sleep, she climbed tree that
stood near the pantry, walked out on limb
jumped on the roof, and from there got to the
kitchen roof, and then to my bedroom window
in the second story. 1t was covered with blinds
which were shut. Here she took hold of the
shutters and shook them again and again until
l let her in. This same cat would allow no
dogs On the place. After one experience no
dog came again. She would sit on the stoop and
await her opportunity, when she would Jump on
the back of the invading dog no matter how
large he was, and claw him in the eyes until,
yelping with pain, he ran away. AS he would
pass tree she would spring from his back to the
trunk and thence into the branches. She
jumped on the wrong dog the other night, for
another dog, coming up, bit her through the
back and killed her, much to my SORROW"
The National tribune., 1885-08-06
Loves Young Dream.

Edgar Begosh was young lawyer in not
very fourishing circumstances in Austin. Pc
cuniarily, he might just as well have been an
editor. He made up his mind to marry for
money. so he began paying his addresses to one
of the Misses McHenepin. His courtship soon
reached that point that he fell down on his
knees before her, and, seizing her hands, said,
in an excited tone of voice:
"Be mine, Miss Birdie. Without you life
would be indeed bleak Sahara. May hope ?"
Miss Birdie MeHenepin told him that she
could never be more than a sister to him.
"That's bad,' he said, getting up and dust
ing off his pants; but. say, Miss Birdie you
put in a good word for me with your sister,
won't you, eh? ?"
The National tribune., 1885-08-06
All in the Family.

have been married at Centralia, ILL.,, last week
Stewart went to Salem aud procured marriage
license, but upon his return the young lady
had decided not 70 marry him, and refused to
listen to his pleadihgs. Ayounger sister offered
her hand and heart to the disappointed youth.
A change of name was made in the license,
and the marriage ceremony went on, to the
apparent satisfaction Of everybody.
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and then hops to another, and so on constantly,
seeming all the time quite undetermined on
which to remain. Take position. You cannot
be on two sides. Two alternatives are mega
tive.
"Oh. who is there among US the true and the tried
Who'll stand by his colors, who's ON the Lords
sidee"
Crush Basl. Stand up for Jehovah.
The National tribune., 1885-08-06
How often is the light of Che honsehold

How often is the light of the household
clouded by signs of melancholy or irritability
on the part of the ladies. Yet they arc not to
be blamed, for they are the result of ailments
peculiar to that sex, which men know not of.
But the cause may be removed aud joy restored
by the use of DIR. Pierce's Favorite Prescrip-
tion," which, as a tonic and nervine for debili-
tated women, is certain, safe and pleasant. 1t
is beyond all compare the great healer of wo-
men.
The National tribune., 1885-08-06

Why suffer the tortures of biliousness when
Hoods Sarsaparila will give you sure relief2
The National tribune., 1885-08-06
NATIONAL TRBUNE WAsHSGToy D. c. THURSDAY

"Wky should have lived to tremble
now for the future of my country"
:. The tears stood like crystals in his eyes,
s. d for some moments he ceased to speak.
fT0 be contipned
Morning journal and courier., 1885-02-11
WaIIfuDfOrd.

WALLINGFoRD, Feb 10.-The rain storm of last night did considerable damage by flooding cellars on the plains. The streets at some points were nearly impossible this morning and the services of the old fire en- zine were enlisted during the forenoon in pumping out the inundated districts. For want of a proper system of sewerage the bof- ough is put to considerable expense every winter on account of damage to private prop the bill could be wholly laid upon the residents of the hill section where the water chiefly comes from-perhaps something besides talk might be accom- plished in the way of sewerage. Water, ac- cording to the scientists, may run up hill from north to south; and vice versa, but not from east to west, as ill our case Now is it hardly possible that solitary twelve-inch pipe located on our street at the top of the hill can accommodate flood which descends from a watershed two miles long?
 petition for branch postoffice on the plains is suggested and it is hoped may be circulated and receive the signatures of all who would be benefited by it. The plains, or new part of the borough, has outgrown the old town oR the hill, and its present rate of growth is fully one hundred per cent. over the original settlement. Eight "the nine large factories, the railroad depot, all of the coal and lumber yaris and about half of the mercantile business are located on the plains and the largest half of the borough population reside in that section, many of whom are now obliged tottravel a mile or more in order to reach the postofice. Now that Democratic President is assured, no doubt he will tickle his numerous supporters hereabouts as some reward for their votes, by granting the very reasonable demand of the petitioners.
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STATE CORREsPoNDENCE
SOuthfngtOm.

SoUTHINGToN, Feb 1O-The screw de- partment of the Cutlery company started running ten hours to-day. They have 8 number of orders on hand at present.
 Elder Davis was compelled to move his horse from his barn this morning, the water being up to the manager.
 Daniel Nolan, Southington boy. is visit ing with his parents on Safety avenue.
 John Balzar is making extensive repairs about his rink.
 A. E. Hull was out with his horse to-day taking a spu1t alongside of G. G. Messenger with his mare ''Bell" Among some of the others were Charles Pease with his mare ''Clinton Girl,' Simpson & Dunn with their sorrel ''Dexter,'' Fred Burns and dozen more. Messenger and Pease seemed to have the toughest of the lot. It was nip and tuck with them to see which could reach the turn first The distance was from Oak Hill cemetery to the South Center school-house.
 The event of the season will be the fire mems ball, which takes place Wednesday evening. There will be 8 concert from 8 till when the grand march will be formed. The committee have procured some very neat programmes. Supper at the Bradley House. Already two hundred tickets have been sold. There will be free carriages furnished to all who desire.
 The storm last night did considerable dam age in town. A number of cellars were flood ed and barns inundated.
 T. H. Duncan is doing local correspond ence for the Hartford Courant.
Morning journal and courier., 1885-02-11
From Pole to Pole

AYERS SARsAPARILLA has demonstrated its power of cure for all diseases of the blood.
 The Harpooner's Story.
 Neao BedJord, June I, 1883. : DR. J. c. AVER & Co.-Twenty years ago was harpooner in the North Pacific, when five others of the crew and myself were laid up with ecurvy. Our bodies were bloated, gums swollen and bleeding, teeth loose, purple blotches all over us, and our breath seemed rotten. Takei it by and large we were pretty badly of: All our Hme-juice was accidentally destroyed. but the captain had Q couple dozen bottles of AYERS SARsAPARILLA and gave us that. We recov- cred on it quicker than have ever seen men brought about by any other treatment for 6curvy, and I've seen good deal oft. Seeing no men, tion in your Almanac of your Sarsaparilla being good for scurvy, I thought you ought to know of this, and so send you the facts.
 Respectfully yourss RALPH '. WINaATE.
 The Troopers Experience. MdsUen, BdsutoiGnd( s. 4 Africd, ) Aarch7, 1883. DR. J. c. AVER & Co.-Gentlemen: I have much pleasure to testify to the great value of your 6arsaparilla. We have been stationed here for over two years, during which time we had to live in tents. Being under canvas for such a time brought on what is called in this country 'sveldt-sores." had those sores for some time. was advised to take your Sarsa- parilla, two bottles of which made my sores Disappear rapidly, and am now quite well.
 Yours truly, T. K. BoDEN.
 Tr0ODer. CdDe Mounted RiHemen.
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The Kntehts of ST. Patrick.

The fifth annual reception and ball of the Knights of St. Patrick will be held this even ing in Carlls Opera House, and from the elaborate preparations made it will without doubt prove one of the most successful occa- sions in the history of the organization. The receptions given by the Knights are among the most enjoyable events of the social sea- son, and they serve to bring together from this city and many other parts of the State the best portion of & class of people whose social characteristics are historic. New York, Boston, Hartford, Bridgeport, Water bury, Norwalk, New London, Norwich and other places will be represented, and in the numbers present the reception this evening will probably surpass any ever given by the Knights Thomas orchestra of twenty pieces will furnish the music and Professor Flaherty will call the figures. The catering, which will be done in the opera house, will be by Diebel ~Dickerman, the florist, will decorate the house in his best manner, and with the handsome toilets and gentlemen in
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Personal.

Mr. William Machol and the eldest daueh- ter of Henry Herz arc to be married Febru- ary %.
 Judge Deming, of the City court, was se- verely bruised by being thrown from his car riage near his house in Fair Haven on Mon day evening. His team was run into by beach wagon, the driver of which was con siderably careless
 Dr. and Mrs. James w. Sweet have been afflicted in the loss of their little child, Min nie E., aged five years and eight months, who died yesterday morning of membran- ous croup. Many friends will sympathize with them.
 Miss Parloa gives lessons on cooking in the Y. M c. A. rooms in Meriden, to young ladies, beginning on the 18th.
 Mir Ira Skinner, of Middletown, died of paralysis at his residence on Monday morn- ing after long illness. He leaves wife and two children.
 Charles Hubbard, of Middle6eld, has de- clined the appointment to the agricultural council to be held in New Orleans.
 Albert F. Yeomans, of Columbia, has been appointed deputy sheriff by the sheriff of Holland county.
 Elisha w. Beckwith, for many years city official of Norwich, is dead.
 John Brown, of Canton Center, who died February 4, aged seventy-three years, was son of Abiel Brown, compiler of "Genea- logical Sketches of West Simbury," and a cousin of Captain John Brown, of Ossawa- tomie
 Harry NJ. Perrin, brother of Kate Girard, the actress, writes to the Waterbury Ameri- can that the rumor as to the marriage of his sister in New Haven this week is unfounded-
 The New Britain correspondent of the Hartford Times says: A desire is expressed to hear Professor Fosters quintette again in this city, with Miss Gaffney as vocalist. A misunderstanding seems to exist in the minds of some that Miss Gaffney is not ad- mired here as a singer. That is great mis- take, for nowhere has the lady more friends than here, and we hope an opportunity may be given us to prove this. James Carroll, waiter at Mains restaurant, was married at St. Mary's church, January 22, to Miss Lizzie Friend. They are receiv- ing congratulations of their friends. Mir. c. B. Foster has resigned the superin- tendency of the United States Telephone company
Morning journal and courier., 1885-02-11
EitIafrGiaI.
A Decidedly Hull Market-Prices on the Advance Throughout and High. CT at the Close.
NEW YORK. Feb. 10

NEW YORK. Feb. 1O
 The feeling in the stock market this morning was decidedly bulish. In the first half hour there was some hesitancy but from 1o:sO up to 1e:3O prices steadily advanced under a good buying by the bull cliques. The features up to midday were Lackawanna, Union Pacific and Western Union, but after midday Northwestern, Lake Shore, St. Paul. Louisville and Nashville and ether stocks sprang suddenly into prominence. At 12:30 the whole list was up A to per cent. There was no special reason for the advance and it could only be attributed to manipulation by interested parties. The advance had the effect of causing some brisk buying to cover by the shorts. The stock market continued firm up to 145 o'clock, prices recording further fractional advance but after that hour there were steady reazations to the ctose causing reduction of 1s to per cent from thebest figures. The closing prices, however, a rule showed an advance over those of last night ranging from A to I1a per cent. The speciaIties were without import ant change and the dealings in them developed no feature of importance The sales to-day aggregated 392 900 shares.
 [Closing prices reported the private wires of BUNNELL SCRANTON Bankers and Brokers I
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Health is Wealth,

It is worth more than riches. for without it riches cannot be enjoyed. How many people are without health who might regain it by using kidney-Wort It acts upon the Liver, Bowels and Kidneys, cleans ing and stimulating them to healthy action. Il cures all disorders of these important organs, puri fes the blood and promotes the general health Sold by all druggists. See advt
 ~Diamond Dies will Color any thing any color, and never fail. The easiest anc best way to economze. 10c at all druggists. Wells Richardson & Co.,, Burlington, Vt. Sample Card B colors, and book of directions cent stamp.
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Morning journal and courier., 1885-02-11
Trading 1t Out,

A Bristol letter says that local clergyman recently had his horse shod, and the black smith, who was not church man, declined pay, saying he would take it ort in preach ing; but the obstacle in the way of payment was the distance to the meeting house. The faithful and energetic parson, not willing to see good work hindered, proposed a ser vice in the vulcan's own courts, and as the re- suit the Rev. J. C. St. John gave notice from his pulpit on Sunday that he should preach by request at "Hop Holt's" blacksmith shop, on School street, Tuesday evening at o,o1ook
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GHTIfnrh

GUILFoRD, Feb. 10.-We have often heard of clocks and watches stepping and losing time at the death of the owner, but never knew of an instance until the death of Mrs Clorinda Partridge, which occurred on Jan uary 30th Soon after her clock that had marked the hours with unerring certainty for 62 years was observed to be half an hour slow and, although often set right, it persis- ted in losing time rapidly until after the funeral on the following Sunday at about ? D. m., since which time the old clock has not failed to correctly mark the time.
 Landon & Davis have put stock of gro ceries into the store they recently purchased
 of MT. H. Plumbly, formerly occupied by Charles Miller.
 The predicted snow storm for Monday proved to be (Monday night) the heaviest rain of the season and this (Tuesday) morn ing every hollow or depression in the earth is miniature lake.
 The First platoon, Battery A, c. N. G., have another reception in their armory to- morrow Wednesday, evening, February 11th. Two Northford calf dealers were tried be- fore Judge Woodruff on Tuesday for procur, ing or taking calf from H. B. Stannard un- der false pretenses and paid sixteen dollars for the fun.
Morning journal and courier., 1885-02-11
An Excitement in wtusted

Yesterday morning early fire was discov- cred in a shed adjoining the barn of A. N. Beach on Main street, Winsted. On investi- gation it was found that kerosene had been poured over the seat of a sleigh stand ing under the shed and against the side of the barn and then fired. The men who dis covered the fire pulled the sleigh out into the yard and filled it with snow, after which they put out the fire that was just beginning to burn at the side of the barn.
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* None genuine without bunch of green Hops the white label ShUn all the vile poisonous stuff
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List ofAdnertised Letters,

List of letters remaining unclaimed in the New Haven postofflce Feb. Il, 1885:
 COMPLIMENTS LIST. AZ. L. Arvrill. B-Andrew Beregen. CA. L. Cromwell. D-Michael Bowling. F-Harry I. FowleS 60 H-Dr. William A. Hatch. P-John Parsons, Captain Jed Pressey. S-Charles Skeeles, Jacob Schule.
 LADIES' LIST. B-Ellen L. A. Brown, Miss M Byrne, Lucy B. Bai- ley. C-Margaret Cleland MI Mrs. Kate F. Miles. R-Katie Roberts (2.)
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Will Stand By It.

When man says "You may recommend it for all it is worth over my signature and l will stand by it," his confidence in the article under consideration is unbounded. That is what Charles J. Bright, of Middletown, Conn.,, says of ''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 'Eold reliable'' family remedy for all affections of the head, throat and lungs. Keep it in the house. aug6 eod&lw2w
Morning journal and courier., 1885-02-11
Milford.


 Rev. William E. Brooks, formerly of West Haven, supplied the pulpit of Plymouth church last Sunday.
 Town Treasurer David c. Miles has re- covered from his recent illness sufficiently to be able to be about town again.
 George E. Platt, of the firm of Durand & Platt has purchased a residence on Gum street. of George A. Neteleton. The parish sociable of St. Peters church will hold it's last meeting before Lent on Wednesday evening at the residence of Will liam Miles.
 Miss Josie G. Beach IS visiting friends In Yonlzers, N. Y.
 The Young Peoples association of the First church will give one of their social and literary meetings in the chapel on Thursday evening of this week.
 The next meeting of the Chatauqua circle will be held this evening at the residence Of Mrs. Mary Darlington on Broad street Mir Henry W. Cornwall has succeed ed Charles Tibballs in his grocery business and will continue the same at the old stand of r. s. Bristol.
 A horse and buggy was discovered in the woods near the residence of Thomas Wha- Ian at Great Bridge last Sunday morning There being no one to claim 1t, 1t has been cared for by George w. Clark. Constable Isbell is the recipient of silver badge from the members of the Blaine and Logan club This was 8 token of apprecia- tion for the attention and courtes received from him during the late presidential cam paign.
 Frank Dawson was brought before Justice P S. Bristol on Monday morning on the rep utation of selling liquor without license. The witnesses for the State were Deputy Sheriff Bradley, Jonas C.. French, Selectman John w. Buckingham, Marcus Merwin and Charles w. Merwin. For the defense, Sam uel Royden. Olden Hyatt and Patrick SulG- van. Prosecuting Agent Dwight Futile con ducted the prosecution and F. w. Babcock accused was found guilty and, fined three dollars and costs of court. An appeal was taken and bond of two hundred dollars was required for his appearance at the April term of the Superior court. Mir. Baboeck furnished security for the defend ant.
 A new social society las been formed in Plymouth church, which is to include both old and young. This society was organized at the residence of MT. Nathan Clark on North street last Friday evening The off, cers chosen were MT. James w. Beach, presi- dent: Mrs. J. s. Carroll, vice president; Mrs. Jabez w Smith, treasurer; Dr. J. s. Carroll, secretary. The next meeting of this sociable will be on Friday evening, at the residence of MT. Jabez W. Smith, on Broad street.
 A young peoples lyceum has been organ ized. the object of which is to foster a taste for higher education, for self-improvement. and to promote sociability among the young people. This lyceum is under the anspices of the Methodist church but all per sons desirous of joining it are cordially invi- ted to do so. Any information regarding it can be obtained from Rev. MT. Saunders, pastor of the Methodist church. or from any of the officers.
 The funeral services of the late John w. Tibballs took place last Friday afternoon
Morning journal and courier., 1885-02-11
voungmen! Read Thfs.

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 DURKEE's SALAD DRESSING & CoLD MEAT SAUCE for all kinds of salads, fish, vegetables and colo meats Cheaper and better than homemade Nc sauce equal to it ever offered. Jao d3teod
Morning journal and courier., 1885-02-11
SCOLLOPS

VARIC0CElE Painless Painless eure: rse
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The Reason Inv.

The reason why the use of Borazel is be- coming more general is that it is found eff fective in the class of cases for which it is recommended. It is not claimed to be cure for ''all the diseases which flesis is heir to, " but it's cleansing and healing properties are remarkable. Incidentally it has been found to be corrective of bad breath and to speed fly heal cold sores Asbottle of Borazel is a desirable addition to the toilet table; at least so say many who have used it.
Morning journal and courier., 1885-02-11
Attention Ladies.

Saturday, Feb. 14th we shall give away to every purchaser of half pound of tea and one pound of coffee a handsome willow card receiver or work basket We are bound to let the people know where the best and cheapest teas and coffees are sold. Goods guaranteed satisfactory money refunded. Centennial Anna. Tea Co.,, 363 State street. See 1868" on window and make no mistake. Try our Cream Java 30c per pound. Panel pictures all the week. We lead but never follow. f9m wed s
 Anyone sending two cent postage stamp to Snow 6 Earle, Providence, R. l., will re- ceive free by mail trial package of Bilious inc. nl2 eod6IW tt
Morning journal and courier., 1885-02-11
Sheffield School Lectures.

The nineteenth course of the Sheffield school lectures to mechanics commences to- morrow evening in North Sheffield hall !, Norway and the Midnight Sun" being the subject and Rev. Dr. c. c. Tiffany the lec- turer. The course tickets cost $1, and can be had at Pease's and Judd's bookstores. A large attendance is indicated.
Morning journal and courier., 1885-02-11
Court Notes.

The Court of Common Pleas will not re- sume its sessions until next Friday.
 Judge Deming remarked in the City court yesterday, while d1sposing of the case of Ed ward Atwater, herdic cab driver, that he wished the police would arrest every hack man that blocked the entrances of opera hOnsAS