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Ellsworth American. [volume] (Ellsworth, Me.) 1855-current, 1885-10-22
Married..

So. Hancock 20, by Rev. Il. A. Her
ring. OF Ellsworth. Rev. Arthur A. Cambridge
and Miss Belle Switzerland both Of so. Han
cock.
Haucock-Oct. 3, by Rev. c. f. Woodcock,
Capt. Elijah >tratton and Mrs. Mary Merchant,
both OF Hancock
Castine II. by Rev. J. F. Locke, Mr..
c. Fred Jones. OF ST. Paul, Mimi, and Miss
Cora Il. Lawrence Of tustnr
Prospcct--Oct. l.. by Rev. 4. 4. Lewis,
Mr.. Hubert Grant and Miss Hattie T. Kill
man, both OF Prospect.
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BANGoR.-sld. Oct. IA. sch. Ruth Darling,
Chapman, Philadelphia.
Ar. Oct. IS, sch, WIN. Cargill. Arey, Perth
Amboy.
BRUNSWICK. Ga.-Ar. Oct. IS, sch. Sylvan
Us q. Haskell, Eaton, New York.
Boston Ar Oct. 10, schs. Vim. d. Car
gill, Arey, New York; Cordova. Allen, Deer
Isle.
sid. Oct. II, sch. Helen G. Moseley, Holt,
Belfast.
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Died..

Obituary notices. bcpond the DATE. Name and Age
must 6e pad 'or at TIE rafc Of ten cents a Inc.
Bar Harbor-Oct. 10, Frank +. Richards.
aged 81 years and - days.
Orland-oct. u, Mr.. Nathan Dexter, aged
- wears and months.
West Gould-boro- 2, Miss Lydia $
Jordan OF Trenton, aged l3 YEAR.
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ttlantis->wAns Island

Auantie->wAn's Island.
Mrs. Mary Moore, widow Of the late
Philip Moore, Of Colts Island. has been
troubled with a cancerous tumor which has
been growing for years. back Of the left ear
For more than a year ii has been a running
sore II has been successfully removed BY
the drawing out process. performed BY Mr.
David Gray Of Penob,cot. All of her
friends who have known the circumstances
consider II a remarkable case. and are re-
joiced that there is 4 prospec, that her life is
10 be spared TO them.
The macker-l feet is expected TO re-
turn home soon. The fall catch has been
small.
Mr.. Asa Joyce and wife, who have been
spending few weeks at his old home here.
have returned to Ellsworth.
School in dis,ric, No. ., closed TODAY.
NJ. 4. Carroll teacher. Scholars no, absent,
late or dismissed: Lena f. Smith. F. May
nard joyce, Thomas NJ Merrill, Sullman
joyce. Mr.. Richard Perkins of Lamone.
is 10 teach the winter term
Capt Benz. Staples has built store
and dwelling opposite Capt. Llewellyn
Joyee's house, on the road TO steamboat
wharf He has moved his goods into the
store and is moving his family into the dwell
ing ANNE
Oct. Is.
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Oct. l6.
PeHah.eot

PeHoh,eot.
Cyrus Bridges recently sold fine colt
to Boston horse dealer for $3.50. For the
past few years a considerable number of good
horses have been sold in this town at prices
ranging from $3.50 10 $3.50, and still there
seems to be no decrease in that class. but
rather steady improvement.
Mr.. Jewett Grndle has recently had
hi, peasion claim allowed, receiving ali
arrearsge Of 1850 and is rated at Sl2 per
month. Mr.. Grlndle was poor man, and
a deserving claimant, and his friends and
neighbors congratulate him on his good for
tune.
The town house has been shingled and
painted.
We notice quite an improvement in the
general appearance OF the buildings at the
Bay and Cove. Henry Perkins has re-
paired the ell of his house, adding much to
its good looks. Sias Mitchell and Ernest
Perkins have painted their stores. Monroe
WardweIl and others have been painting up
and otherwise improving their premises.
The latest social contrivsnce-pie So
cables.
jay p. Perkins has gone to Waterville
TO acquire classical education. and fit him.
self as teacher Of high grade schools He
graduated with honors al the Castine Nor
NAL school.
We learn that our supervisor Of schools,
Sherman J. Littlefeld, has left town for his
health. He has been suffering from pull
monary trouble.
While painting the house of Benjamin
Snow. Blaehill one day last week, Dudley
c. Bridges fell from the staging some 2
feet, striking across the cellar door frame,
quit. severely injuring him. Mr.. Bridge.
is about eighty years of age
We hear some complaint of potatoes
rotting in the cellar.
Rev. Mr.. Wilkins of Bucksport, sup
piled the pulpit of Rev. Mr.. Sawyer, Sun.
day. H.
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Foreign Ports.

CApIz-sd. Sept, ., sch. Mary Lord, Lord
New York
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Connecticut western news., 1885-12-16
CORNWALL BRIDGE.

Mrs Frederick Gillett and daughter of Avon, Conn.,, are visiting here, the guests of Mrs Edward Bierce.
 Owing to the severe storm no meeting was held at the M. E. church, Sunday evening last.
 George Winchen we learn recently purchased complete set of carpenter tools for the use of an extra partner which he expected. On the 8th inst the help arrived, but as it is piano player his wife and Mrs Ann Bierce en- certain the help. ':T'was ever thus from childhood hour, etc."
 Mrs Lucretia Sheffield of Falls Will lage has been visiting many friends here the past week.
 Mrs A. B. Sturges of Huntville is vis- iting friends here.
 The district school under the manage ment of Mrs Helen J. Page, also the select school, Miss Inez Studley instruct ress, close this week for the holiday.
 Grandma Bradley is seriously i'll. Her recovery is much wished by all her friends.
 A Chautauqua local circle of eleven members, called the ''Taghkanick, or ganized October last. The circle now numbers fifteen, holding their meeting every two weeks at the homes of the members. The next meeting will be held Saturday afternoon of this week at MT Orange Whitcomb's of this place.
 That large rock which has slowly been advancing toward the highway, on the road leading from Henry Chapman's to Warren, met with sad fate by the engineering of Joseph Whitney, Esq, he putting hole eight feet deep in the stone and placing therein large quan- tity of explosives, tearing it in worse disorder than Newton severed the rocks at Hell Gate. It was dangerous rock and people travelling over that road will be pleased to know it is out of the way.
 The sleigh dealers are little disap- pointed by not having sleighing, but the wood choppers rejoice muchly in it's ab- sence.
Connecticut western news., 1885-12-16
-Dr Desault Guernsey aged 55 years,

pr Desault Guernsey, aged 55 years, a leading physician of eastern Duchess county, died at his residence in Amenia, N. Y, last Wednesday morning. He was president of the First National bank of Amenia and held many other posi- tions of trust and responsibility. He was held in high esteem by large cir cle of acquaintances and friends. He leaves wife and one son.
 The merchants who advertise count the most cash during the holiday season. Such have all seasons for their own. We greatly desire the advertising of all our business men and the professional cards of physicians and lawyers. It adds greatly to the credit of any community, in other parts, to see the local paper well sustained. Woodbuy Reporter Our readers can testify that on Dec. "A. 1884, we gave them a two column edi- torial on the foregoing subject. If Ed itor Wisegarver has not seen our editor ial we will take pleasure in sending him copy. It may not be generally known that Editor Wisegarver is minister, nevertheless he is 8 clergyman, and we feel fattered that he now breaches the same doctrine that we advocated year aOo
Connecticut western news., 1885-12-16
RHEEFMELD.

The young people had surprise par ty at F. T. Owens last week Tuesday evening.
 Ed King of Bridgeport, Ct., spent Sunday in town.
 The cottage occupied by G. H. Lem ist narrowly escaped being destroyed by fire, one day last week. The alarm was given by one of the neighbors. The fire was extinguished but not until a good-size hole had been burned through the roof.
 Daniel O'Connell, who has been sick three or four weeks, is still in critical condition.
 The entertainments at the friendly union this season have been excellent. Last week MT Garfield of Stockbridge delivered very fine lecture; also MT McArthur and his little son, Claude, of Ashley Falls favored us with some beautiful vocal and instrumental music. MT McArthur is an admirable singer, while Claude shows remarkable talent in one so young. A unanimous vote of thanks was rendered to Mir McArthur and Claude by the union. The previous week the play |" Esmeralda" was acted by home talent, almost to perfection.
 Joseph Gordon (colored) after short illness, died last Saturday. "Joe" was a thrifty, steady and genial darkey and his presence in town will be missed.
 The many friends of Eli Smith will be grieved to learn of his sudden death, which occurred last Saturday night. He was stricken with paralysis in the afternoon and died during the night Mir Smith was good and kind man and his sudden death will be much re- gretted, not only in the home circle but also by his large circle of friends and acqualntances. BON AMI
Connecticut western news., 1885-12-16
SOUTH CANAAN.

Great expectations are entertained re- garding the Christmas exercises at the South Csnaan church on Christmas eve, by all the little people.
 MT and Mrs George Whitford celebra- ted their wooden wedding, the 9th of December. They received many hand some and valuable presents among them were, handsome lounge, centre table, hanging lamp, carving knife and fork,a piece of cotton cloth, fancy basket of tea, etc. In spite of a stormy even ing quite large company were gathered and all report @ pleasant time.
 Mir John Hunt, now Tn his ninetieth year, is quite feeble.
Connecticut western news., 1885-12-16
NOR FOLK.

c. Mulverhill has been chosen mana ger of the skating rink.
 MT Batten is building large barn at the Holt place.
 Fred Darrow is assisting druggist Johnson through the holiday season. Johnson's display of goods is unusually fine this year.
 The barn at the Geer place is con- pleted, and the family will occupy the house soon.
 A delegation of the employees of the axle shop called upon MT Harrison in Lakeville, Tuesday, with referenc ce to their back pay.
 The drive, whist party at Stevens hotel on Tuesday evening last was very pleasant affair. They numbered about thirty. All were much pleased with the entertainment furnished by the propri- etor.
 The tramp found in MT Bellows barn short time ago, has been cared for at the Town house. He suffered so great ly from exposure that the loss of one foot was apprehended, but hopes are now entertained of his complete recoV- cry. AUREvoIR.
Connecticut western news., 1885-12-16
FALLS VILLAGE,

Miss Jennie Bierce of Cornwall Bridge returned Monday from few days so- journ at H. c. Crandall's.
 J. Keeler made few barrels of cider at Brigner's cider mill last week, after the apples thawed out.
 While the best of taste is displayed in the arrangement of goods in the store at all times, we never saw better stock of goods or in better taste at MT Hall s store than the holiday goods that adorn the dry goods department this season. He has two new nickle-framed celluloid showcases and they are filled with a choice lot of plush and other goods that are suitable for gifts, and the windows are filled with new lamps and other ar- ticles; but space forbids our giving a detailed account of the numerous arti- cles that attract the attention and please the eye, but those wishing to purchase should call and see for themselves.
 G. V. Capron has filled up his jewel ry store with new stock of jewelry and everything has been purchased at so low figure that he is able to offer bargains that tempt all who see them to purchase. AO hoo PAO HI hO" upA1Sub 5uOH -Ctocs and also new cases for his jewelry. A call will prove the assertions we have made.
 Ten or twelve hands were discharged Saturday from the gravel train, as there is no work for them.
 Engineer Russell has been having his annual vacation the past week and com menced work again Tuesday.
 The holiday bazaar to be held by the ladies of the Methodist Episcopal church December p and 23, promises to be something of unusual interest. It vii open Tuesday evening and be continued Wednesday afternoon and evening. Ar ticles both useful and ornamental vii be exposed for sale at reasonable rates A good supper will be served both eve nings at 25 cents each.
Connecticut western news., 1885-12-16
WEST NORFOLK.
Crowded out last week. ]

lCroWueu out ldst "eeh'1
 In what respect IS this quiet town fully up to the standard of Massachu- setts towns? A. In the number of run away boys. Some have to be arrested and returned to their parents while others remind us of the proverb, "A bad penny always returns" Last Thursday two little school boys con- ceived the idea of killing Indians or something, and forthwith left town. They went to Canaan, and with the dol lar one of the boys chanced to have, pur- chased pocket-knives, probably for self defense. Night found each in his &C., customed place, and now they are known as sdollar runaways."
Connecticut western news., 1885-12-16
ASHLEY PALM.

The ladies aid society meets at Mrs Dunbars tomorrow, Thursday after noon at o'clock P. M
 Chester Bowen moved into his new house last week.
 Preparations are being made for a Christmas tree in the church, Thursday evening. the 24th inst.
 Charlie Ferris was the victim of a surprise party last Saturday, and about 20 young people took him by storm.
 The way Santa Claus has filled N.Van Deusen's store with useful and fancy articles of every description for the hol- idays is caution. Go and see for yourself.
Connecticut western news., 1885-12-16
SPORTSMEN. rSns5r TaTH !!

A u persons killing, shooting, pursuing and tA taking in any way, in open or close sec. son, Game, Birda and Fish on tho lands and waters owned or occupied by any Of the under cd as trespassors and prosecuted aa such, hnd will also be prosecuted for all violations or the laws relating Co Fish, Game and Birds,
 Lyman Dunning, Geo. K Goodwin, Michael
 Keane. Levi Bronson, II. C. Stevens & Bon,
 Miss Sarah Foster, Talmadgo fulYer, hrs
 Mary E. Clark, Hiram Robey, Chaa Morria,
 Geo ID. Callame, Leonard Lawrence, Frank
 Gaylord, Vim. P Pelton, Frederick Bronson,
 Hiram Briggs, Isaac Boebe, E. s. hoheria,
 Wm. Hayes. VI
Connecticut western news., 1885-12-16
COLERROaAK.

A white streak by the side of the fences is all that is left of our IA inches of snow.
 The funeral of Mrs Penuel Lawrence was attended at her late residence in Millbrook, last Sunday. She was 80 years old and good woman.
 Hiram Sage died very suddenly at his home last Friday, being in his usual health up to the time of his death. The funeral was attended on Monday.
 0. c. Emmons of Millbrook started for Florida last week, intending to spend the winter there.
 The friends of Rev William Goodwin of North Colebrook will give him his annual donation on Thursday of this week,
 Rev o. J. Range is to lecture here on the temperance issue, Wednesday even ing, December 30.
 sOUTHFHELD.
 I. R. Baldwin starts out on his west ern trip this week.
 Robert Shaver and wife were here over the Sabbath, he returning to Lee and Mrs s, to her school in Hartsvillt on Monday. Mir Shaver intends trying his luck in Florida for the winter leaving next Monday.
 Grover Baldwin who has been sicl the past week is on the gain somewha but has hard time of it.
 Mrs fl. I. Horton does not seem tC improve much, although she is not ma terialy worse.
 Rev. A. H. Benedict has gone tc Bridgeport for a week or so. He diC not preach here as usual last Sabbath
 Baldwin gives up his hall for the SOC ble this week. i
Connecticut western news., 1885-12-16
EAK WILLIE.

An oyster supper and holiday bazaar will be given in the Academy hall, on Friday, the 18th, in the afternoon and evening, by the ladies of the M. E. church; if stormy, on Saturday the 18th.
 The members of the I. O. G. T. of this place are requested to meet at the rooms of Miss M E. Holcomb, Saturday evening, the 18th at 7.30.
 The Silver Star will be open the 18th with something special for the holidays.
Connecticut western news., 1885-12-16
Games and ToySI

Wax and China dolls and Dolls heads, Picture Books, Building Blocks, Banks, Tool Chests, Surprise boxes, Animals, Drums, Toy Trunks. Tin Engines, Cars, Wagons and Horses, Domiuos, Checkers, Printed Games, etc, Whips, Whistles, Trumpets, Rubber Balls, Tea. sets, Rock ing Horses and an endless var iety.
Connecticut western news., 1885-12-16
Special Holiday Goods.

Leather and Plush Photograph and Autograph Albums. Per fume cases, Toilet cases, Work Boxes, Velvet Mirrors, Shopping bags, Purses, Scrap Books,
 Writing Desks, Christmas and New Years Souveniers, Cards, etc., in neatest styles. Ink stands, Picture Frames, Mantle sets, Stationery, Diaries for 1886, Pocket Books, etc.
Connecticut western news., 1885-12-16
Full licenses have been granted in the

Full licenses have been granted in the county, viz: Torrington g, Thomaston 6, New Milford ', Litchfeld ?, Canaan 2, New Hartford 4, Kent 3, Sharon l, Winchester 5. Beer licenses have been granted in Litchfield 3, Winchester l, New Milford l, Salisbury l, Sharon Val ley 1, Thomaston 2. Thirteen druggist licenses have been given in license towns and 8 in no-license towns. Netr Hart- fO1,d TL,ibune
Connecticut western news., 1885-12-16
TWO PAPERS FOR THE PRICE OF ONE!

Until Jan. list we will give The Farm Journal for one year as n premium with THE CONN. WESTERN NEWS, to those who pay up all arrearages and S2 in ad- vance for THE NEws one year. TnE NEWS, without premium paper, Sl.75 to new subscribers and at same rate for renewals if another periodical is sub scribed for of us at the same time.
 We can furnish any periodical in the world, but have space here for only a few. Books also at n reduction.
 When ordering, always say whether you are an old or new subscriber and state when subscription is to begin.
 Prices subject to publishers changes.
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Connecticut western news., 1885-12-16
sportsmen Take Notice.

A u persons are forbidden fishing, hunting A or shooting on our lands or lands oeea- pied by ua in the towns of North Canaan, ,C0pn.. and sheffield and New Marlboro, Mass. 10. l.. Tatt, E. NJ. Rood, A. A Lawrence. II. c. Allyn, E. D. Lawrence, Frank ', oaed- win, w. J. FefRunOn, Q. 10. Barnes, James m 0. Barnes. F. II. smith, II. N. Adams, J. L. Gillette. Frank Mccarty,
Connecticut western news., 1885-12-16
scOtt,s Emulsion of Pure

Cop LIVER OIL, WITH HYPoPHosPHITEs.
 I,, General Debility and Emdcidtion
 Is @ most valuable food and medicine where the appetite is poor, and the or dinary food does not seem to nourish the body. This is easily digested and assimilated and gives strength and vigor to the enfeebled body.
Connecticut western news., 1885-12-16
Yankee NotiOnsl

Pocket Knives, Carving Knives and Forks, Table Knives and Forks, Dog Collars, Steel pens, Pencils, Combs, Hair and Tooth Brushes, Razors. Strops, Lather Brushes, Thermometers, Shears, Keyrings, Paper Weights, etc.
 q. V. CAPRON, Fklls Village, Conn.,, December lB, 1885.
Connecticut western news., 1885-12-16
KNOXVILLE.

Received too late for last weeks issue.I
 The U. I, s. Dramatic association gave very pleasing entertainment last week. They talk of repeating it in Bristol.
 The committee have decided to gravel Main street, and the contract has been given to N. Futile and George Frisbre The gravel is to be six inches deep and twelve feet wide.
 The corner stone of the new St. Mary E church was laid last Sunday by Rt. Rev Bishop McMahon in the presence of a large assembly. A large number of clergymen were present.
 The Unionville gun club had their first sweepstake match on their ground Wednesday afternoon.
 Mark Twain is expected to lecture in Collinsville soon.
 The attendance at the rink in this vii. lage is increasing, especially on Saturday night when everyone who can, gets out and enjoys good skate.
Connecticut western news., 1885-12-16
NORFOLK, CONN

The large barn of Albert $. Hubbard
 Watertown was burned Thursday night with all its contents, including five cows, one yoke of oxen, three hogs and Q large quantity of hay and grain. The fire is supposed to have been incendiary.
Connecticut western news., 1885-12-16
A Walking Skeleton.

MT E. Springer of Mechanicsburgh, Pa., writes: 'I was afflicted with lung fever and abscess on lungs and reduced to a walking skeleton. Got free bot tie of Dr Kings new discovery for con sumption, which did me so much good that bought a dollar bottle. After using three bottles found myself once more man, completely restored to health, with hearty appetite, and a gain in flesh of As tbs. "
Connecticut western news., 1885-12-16

HnIes Honey the great Cough cure. .2se.. .Soo. .& @ Glenn's Sulphur Soap heals < besutines, ssc. GermanCOrnRemo kills corns Bunisas HiTrs Hair and WhIsker Dye-Blsck and Brown. soc.
 Pike's T0othache Drops cure in Minute. .2so Deans Rheumatia rus axe sure saxM aAA
Connecticut western news., 1885-12-16

You are not old, yet your hair is getting thin. Your friends remark 1t, your wife regrets it. Parker's Hair Balsam will stop this waste, save your hair and restore the original gloss and color. Exceptionally clean, prevents dandroff, perfect dressing.
Connecticut western news., 1885-12-16
SPORISMEN, LAKE NOTICE 1

A LL porsona nre forbiddon Hunting, hhoot- f1 ing or Fishing on lands owned or oocu- pied by us In the town of Salisbury, Conn under penalty of prosecution.
 Dated al Lakeyille, June 24, 1885. Alexander Fl. Holley. Samuel 6. hobbtna. Mary w. Ward, Geo. D. Harrison, k. J. Bostwick, Owen McCue, Geo. D, Butrall, Mary F. Knight, Smith CleHyolAnd. CT
Connecticut western news., 1885-12-16

Public speakers and singers find B. H Douglass & Sons Capsicum Cough Drops sure remedy for hoarseness. Sold everywhere. Price 16 cts. per qr. pound.
Connecticut western news., 1885-12-16
WEST CORNWALL.

Agent Charles R. Smith of Danbury spent the Sabbath with his aunt, Mrs Isaac Marsh.
 Miss Edith Willard closes her school in the west district next week.
 Mrs Charles Listman has returned from her protracted visit in New York.
 Samuel R. Scoville of Cream Hill is visiting friends in Bridgeport.
 T. $. Gold, Esq, and son Charles are attending the annual meeting of the state board of agriculture held at Nor wich the present week.
 Sheriff James A. Cochrane took Miss Ida Slocum of the Center to the state reform school at Middletown on Mon day, the result of a visit from State Agent Giles Potter Mho is bound that all the children in the town shall attend school as required by law.
 The entertainment on Friday evening by our village school should not be for gotten as it promises to be fully worth & quarter for admission, but the man. agers have decided lately to let the crowds in for only dime, the proceeds to be appropriated to the chapel, we un- derstand. Doors open at 7.30, perform ance begins at o'clock, sharp.
 Tiger, the faithful old dog at the Mansion House, and everybody's friend, died last week at the advanced age of 14.
 c. B. Baldwin has another fine car riage horse just purchased, beautiful bay, that can scratch gravel equal to the best.
 Santa Claus headquarters at Chas. al 1c fonnxy In1i day gifts that will delight all; never be- fore such 8 display; latest novelties and choicest goods at lowest prices. Call and c. em and the elegant Christ mas and New Year cards 8 larger as- sortment and more beautiful than ever. Standard books in elegant bindings for only 38 cents. Unheard of bargains in every department. Call early at the grand holiday exposition.
 Last Saturday afternoon we called at c. M. Halls emporium. MT Hall and his assistants were so busy selling holi- day goods that we had to wait an hour before we could transact any business with him. While waiting, we inspected his assortment of goods, and we must admit he has the greatest variety of hol- iday goods we have seen this season. He had worked until nearly two o'clock that morning marking new goods and when we left there at 5 p. m. he had not yet had time to eat dinner. He could not have been ''out on lark" Saturday night, but he certainly must have been up with the lark Monday morning for his correspondence was re- ceived on time, Monday. EDITOR NEWS.