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Morning journal and courier., 1885-12-30
FUNERAL SERVICES.
The Late Willis Smith-His Funeral Yesterday AfternoOR-Borne to she Grave Ely His SIX Sons.

The Late Willis Smith-H1s Funeral
 Yesterday AfternooR-Bornet to tho
 Grave Ely His SIX Sons.
 The funeral of the late Willis Smith oc- cured yesterday afternoon, prayer being of fered at the late home of the deceased, 115 South Water street, at 1 p. m., and other services taking place at the Howard avenue M E. church at ? o'clock. The remains were enclosed in hard wood casket covered with black broadcloth, and were borne into the church by six of the sons of the deceased. Near the head of the casket on pedestal of black rested magnificent floral pillow com posed of roses ana smilax and with the word "Father" in blue immortelles in the center, the gift of the children of the deceased. At the foot of the casket was an elegant harp of roses, Spanish lilies, smilax and lilies of the valley with the word Husband" in purple immortelles-this from the widow. On the foot of the casket rested beautiful sickle of choice flowers and sheaf of ripe wheat. The services were conducted by Rev. Nathan Hubbell, pastor of the church, assisted by two former pastors, Rev A. H. Mead of Vest vile and Rev. MT. Tolles of East New York. No sermon was preached, but each of the three reverend gentlemen paid tributes to the true Christian character of the deceased, and alluded to features of his life and efforts in behalf of the church of which he member, and of the advancement of Chris tianity in the world. The choir was assisted in their singing by the ''B" quartette, who rendered ''Asleep in Jesus" in a very inn pressive manner. The choir during the ser vices sang the favorite hymn of the deceased, ''In the Christians Home in Glory" MT. Smith will be greatly mourned in the com munity in which he had lived so long, and by many of the poor people of that section of the city to whom he was a warm friend and generous helper. The interment was in the Evergreen cemetery.
Morning journal and courier., 1885-12-30
THE COMING SESSION.
An Important Matter i'm Amendment
 of LaWR.

An Important Matter i'm Amendment
 of Laws.
 There will need to be some laws amended at the coming session of the General Assem- ply, to begin next Wednesday, to meet the change from yearly to biennial sessions. All the laws have in view yearly meetings, and many reports and returns, as we'll as the per formance of duties in other directions, are based upon them. The terms of certain of- fcers, too, depend upon the rising of the leg islat1re or the time of election of representa- tives. All this might have been al- ranged for at the last session and it is possible the Governor may, in his annual message, call attention to the necessi- ty for amendment It has been suggested that the committee on the revision of the statutes could prepare a change in all the laws affected so that the legislature could remedy the difficulty at once. If this is not done special committee may have to be raised to do the business, because the incom- ing body will be the last under the old law. Or perhaps a general law repeating incon- SIS -ncies could be passed.
 l i.e matter is of great importance, as the tern of all the commissioners are involved Whet. CT these shall be evened down from three t., here they are three) to two, so as to or evenei up to four or doubled to six, so as to bring the appointments at the same ses- sion interval as at present, is a question that will be much discussed. The shortening or lengthening of terms of office is the principle to be considered and perhaps the devolving of more responsibility upon the Governor.- Hartford Post
Morning journal and courier., 1885-12-30
Funeral of the Late MT. HeatOn of she
 Law School.

The funeral of the late Benjamin Kaye Heaton, of the junier class of the Yale Law school, took place from the Church of the Ascension yesterday morning at 10 o'clock A large number of his friends had collected there. The exercises were conducted by his former pastor, Rev. F. w. Brathwaite of Stamford, assisted by Rev. c. E. Woodcook A broken column in white immortelles from his class at the Law school was noticeable as an appropriate floral tribute.
 The pallbsarsrs were J. Townsend, A. H. Crane and J. s. Pardee, of the class of Yale '85, and Edward Downes, John Harrison and P. w. Chase, of the junior class in the Yale Law school. The remains were buried in q cemetery near Fishkill on the Hudson by the side of the graves of his parents.
Morning journal and courier., 1885-12-30
The Pastor of Emanuel Baptist
 Church Made Happy.

committee consisting of some of the young members of the Emanuel Baptist church and congregation gave delightful reception Monday evening to their pastor, Rev. H. H. Johnson, at the Cloister, 36 Elm street. The spacious parlors were filled with cheerful and happy people. The committee also presented to him purse of twenty-five dollars. Rev. T. S. Samson, of the Calvsry Baptist church, made the presentation speech. His speech was witty and eloquent. He spoke in the highest terms of the pastor and his work. He also highly complimented the committee for their praiseworthy effort and success Rev. Mr. Johnson responded feel ingly, thanking most heartily the president, each and every member of the committee, also the friends who contributed. Rev. Mr. Miller, of the Congregational church, and MT. William Coston also made timely re- marks Thus ended a most enjoyable even ing.
Morning journal and courier., 1885-12-30
Officers Elected.

The oficers-elect of Ezel lodge No. 8, Knights of Pythias, for the next term are as follows: F. C., Joseph Elley; 0. O., A. c. Jones; V. O., J. H. fanfare; prelate, E. c. Ackley; K. of R. and S., F. w. Dawless; M. of E., M Flanagan; M. of F., A. J. Downs; M. of A., E. Wines; representatives to the Grand lodge, E. Wines, M. Flanagan; trus tee, E. Wines.
 At meeting of Washington camp No. 9, P. O. S. of A., the following officers were elected: Past president, A. L. Chandler; president, F. E. Sims; vice president, O. W. Reynolds; N. F. and c. A. L. Currier; Con-, J. Lutz, jr.; recording secretary, L. P. Korn; financial secretary, J. H. Scranton; treasur- CT, H. W. Gilbert; I. G., L. E. Jaggar; O. G., L. F. Conger; trustee Qs months) o. w. Reynolds.
 At meeting of Harmony lodge, LODE, held last evening the following officers were elected: N. G., w. E. Kilbourn; V. G., A. w. Deutcher; secretary, George N. Moses; treasurer. Philip Pond
Morning journal and courier., 1885-12-30
Reform ScbooI TO Ho.pit.1

Yesterday afternoon John Higgins, who lives at No. F Downes street, called at the Town Agents office and stated that his son, William Higgins, aged IF, was at home sick with the typhoid fever, and he wanted the town authorities to take him to the hospita or somewhere else. He stated that the boy escaped from the State Reform school two weeks ago, and that he had recently come home sick. Town Agent Reynolds sent to the almshouse for the ambulance and had the boy removed to the hospital. The Re- form school authorities were notified in re- gard to the matter
Morning journal and courier., 1885-12-30
LOCAL NEW g.
RYlef Mention.


 December Pocket Reference at Mitchells.
 The navigation of the Housatonic is closed on account of ice.
 D. M Welch & Son advertise New Years poultry cheap. Read adv.
 Mir. and Mrs. James ?. Platt, of Meriden receive guests this and tomorrow afternoons
 Prof. Hubbard reads tonight at the First NJ. E. church. His programme will be new.
 The Prohibition club will meet this (Wed nesday) evening at 8 o'clock at Bicycle hall' 135 Union street.
 The Rev. MT. Samson will speak at the Good Samaritans' meeting next Sunday even ing at Carll's Opera House.
 The rooms of the Owl club in Insurance building will be open to friends of the club from to 12 p. m. New Years day.
 Patrick Murphy, the insane Westport ex- station agent who is at tho Hartford Insane hospital is improving rapidly.
 F. A. GargiIl is receiving and executing many orders for written New Years cards. An order sent to MT. Cargill is sure to be ar tistically executed.
 Meriden's four days poultry show opened yesterday with good attendance and good exhibition. MT. N. D. Forbes, of Montowese, is one of the exhibitors.
 The Board of Selectmen of Milford have appointed Charles w. Beardsley bridge com missioner to fill the vacancy caused by the death of Nathan c. Tomlinson.
 In Naugatuck yesterday Eunice Bateman died at the residence of her nephew, Dr. E. s. Meers. Her age was eighty-four years. The funeral will be attended this (Wednes- day) afternoon.
 The funeral services of the late Halsey Thomas, of Middletown, were held in that city yesterday afternoon at the South Con grsgational church. The Rev. P. M. Snyder oficiated and the burial was in Indian Hill cemetery.
 Joseph L. flakes, a peaceful citizen of West Ansonia, employed at the Farrell foun 6xx,was struck by some unknown person with a club Monday evening as he was going home and knocked scnseless He was carried home by neighbors and yesterday was in very feeble state.
 Lord Maldren and family of London, Eng land passed through here yesterday afternoon in the presidents family car of the Grand Trunk railroad Lord Maldren came from Ottawa, where he had been at the seat of the Canadian government as bearer of dispatches from London. He sails tomorrow from New York. While passing through Hart ford he wasssgreatly pleased with the Capitol.
Morning journal and courier., 1885-12-30
Police NOEea-

John Collins, dilspidatsd old man over whose hoary head the storms of scores of winters had passed, was arrested at the head of the wharf yesterday morning by Officer Hugh Doherty on charge of vagrancy The almshouse people will take care of him.
 James Donohue was found violently drunk on Commerce street yesterday, and when Officers Tripp and Byxbee endeavored to ar, rest him he made a determined resistance The patrol wagon had to De called and it took three officers to hold him in until he was locked up
Morning journal and courier., 1885-12-30
NEW HAVEN, CONN.
Wednesday, December 30. 1885,
NEW ADVERTISEMENTS TO-DAY.

Athlopheros-At Druggists.
 Anthem Bo0ks-Oljver Ditson & Co. Allan Line-W. Fitzpatrick.
 Bonds for Sale-Bunnell & Scranton. Boys Pants-Bolton & Neely.
 Dr. Bulls Cough Syrup-At Druggists. Dividend-Mechanics' Bank.
 Groceries-Johnson & Brother.
 Holiday Slippers-D. W. Cosgrove & Co . Holiday Gifts-At Robinsons.
 Holiday Goods-Whittlesey's Drug Store. Indestructible Shoes-Bolton S Neely. Lewis, Red Jacket Bitters-At Druggists. Mems Pumps-D. w. Cosgrove & Co. Murray and Murphy-Carll's Opera House. My Card O-Hogarth Academy. New ears Poultry-D. M. Welch & Son. Overcoats Bolton R Nicely. Polo Contest-Qu Quinnipiac Rink. Plush Slippers-D. W. Cosgrove & Go. Report-Yaie National Bank Rubber ShoeS-Bolton & Neely. Shirts To Order-E. Merwin's Son. Slippers-D. W. Cosgrove & Co., Slippers-Bolton 6 Neely. This Weeks Bargains-J. H. Kearney. Wanted-Woman-1,36 ,367 Chapel Street. Wanted-Room-Miss Y.- Wanted Woman-Mrs. Kingsley, Warm Lined Shoes-Bolton & Nicely
Morning journal and courier., 1885-12-30
THE WRATHER RECORD.
INDICATIONS FOR TO-DAY.

INDICATIONS FOR TO-DAY.
 WAR DEPARTMENT,
 OFFICE THE CHIEF SIGNAL SERVICE,
 WASHINGTON, D. C., Dec. 30, 1885, a. m. For New England, slightly warmer fair weather, followed by rain on Thursday, winds generally south and west. For Middle States, slightly warmer fair weather. followed by local rains on Thursday, winds south, lower barometer.
 For Thursday local rains indicated for the districts on the Atlantic coast with no change in temperature.
Morning journal and courier., 1885-12-30
BOARD OF sELECTMEN.

The Abatement of Taxes Under Con- sfderat1on More Improvements Wanted In The Annex-Bills AP- proved.
 A meeting of the Board of Seleotmen was held last evening. Present, Selec tmsn Ty- Ter (presiding), Reynolds, Feldman, Treat, Beecher and Klenke.
 The Committee on Abatement of Taxes re- ported adversely to the petition of James McManus, whe asked that his taxes be abat- ed on the ground that he was an old soldier. The committee found that he was 8 mem Der of an Ohio regiment and was not pension CT. The petitioner was given leave to with draw.
 The same committee recommended that the taxes of Elizabeth Brenner be abated on the ground of poverty. It was so order ed.
 Town Agent Reynolds said that under the present system of abating taxes parties first came to this Board then went to the city and lastly to the Board of Education. He thought the matter might be simplihed by having committee of one from each of these governments to consider all these cases when they came up, and then they would be prepared to act upon them without delay. He moved that the chairman of this Board be committee to confer with the city authorities and school board in regard to such an arrangement and report.
 Charles B. Foster appeared before the Board and asked that the roadway that starts from Forbes avenue near Tomlinson's bridge and runs along the shore down to Crane's,bar be raised so that the tide will not flood his and other parties premises along side the roadway. He said the ground on which his varnish works stood had frequent ly been flooded by high tides, causing con- siderable damage.
 A communication from H. O. Rowe was read, in which he stated that he should re- quire remuneration for any land taken for Ferry street improvements. It was ordered on file.
 The following bills were approved: Sala- ries $1 ,0575 general account $5S.37, con- struction $68.50 almshouse $92. .50, roads and bridges $486. 75, election $10.45, outside poor $365, new farm $s7.75. Adjourned.
Morning journal and courier., 1885-12-30
ARRESTED FOR PERJURY.
Deputy Sheriff Warren Arrests a Hamden Woman on Serious Charge.

Deputy Sheriff Warren Arrests
 Hamden Woman on Serious
 Charge.
 Last evening Deputy Sheriff Warren brought to the police office Sarah A. Stevens, a middle aged woman who lives in Hamden and who had been arrested on 8 warrant is- sued by Prosecuting Attorney Cable charg- ing her with perjury. It appears that the woman in 15S081 worked for Orrin Curtiss. of Wallingford, and that after she left him she sued for wages due in justice court and got judgment in the sum of $75 and costs. Curtiss appealed to the Court of Common Pleas and the case was there tried in June last and the judgment of the justice court was confirmed. Now Curtiss brings com plaint against the woman for perjury and, as stated in the writ, charges that she perjured herself in swearing in the Court of Common Pleas on June 27, 1885, that she had worked for him (Curtiss) the whole of every month in 1880 except two weeks in June and July of that year, and also that during 1880 and 1881 no other woman worked in the house but her. Other charges of a similar charac- ter are also made. At the time of the trial the attorneys for Mrs. Stevens were ex-Judge Blydenburgh and Henry Futile, of Hamden, and she has retained MT. Blydenburgh to de- fend her in this suit. She claims that the suit is a malicious one, as will be seen before the trial is oyer
Morning journal and courier., 1885-12-30

The exercises, which were entirely under the supervision of the superintendent, Mir. H. Webster Stowe, whose heart is in the work, were very successfully given, and much praise is due also those participating Mir. R. T. Percy oficiated at the organ in place of the regular organist, MT. Bliss, and to him and to MT. Peterson, the cornetist, much credit was also awarded for their excellent performance.
Morning journal and courier., 1885-12-30
"On flames eternal campIng ground
 Their silent'tents are spread, And glory guards with solemn round

The deceased was 8 lieutenant in Company D, (Blues) Fifteenth Connecticut volunteers He was wounded in the battle of Kinston March 8, 1865, and died in Salisbury prison March IT, 1865, aged thirty. The sad death of this promising young man was deeply mourned by large circle of friends, and this tribute is erected to his memory by his lov- ing wife and other relatives. The monument was designed and executed by Phillips & Son of this city, and is 8 worthy and artistic tribute. The father of the deceased is one of our oldest and most esteemed citizens, who has for many years been confined to his home by asthma. The deceased was his only son.
Morning journal and courier., 1885-12-30
POLO.
rbe Ltneolns At SprtngfieId,

The Lfncolns At Springfield. The Lincoln polo team was defeated last night at Springfield by a score of to 1. The Bridgeports were defeated by the Mer- idens by a score of 3 to 1.
 The Hartfords and Meridens will play a game at Hartford this evening.
Morning journal and courier., 1885-12-30
Death of Lauren Russell.

MT. Lauren Russell, for forty years resi- dent of New Haven, coming here in 1895, died in New Britain December 24th, aged eighty-six. He attained his eighty-sixth year December 2d last. He was an esteemed man and the father of Mrs. H. Chambers, of this city
Morning journal and courier., 1885-12-30
JOYFUL OCCASION.
Christmas Festival at Calvary Ba
 t1st Church Last Night.

Christmas Festival at Calvary Bap-
 t1st Church Last Night.
 The annual Christmas festival of the Cal vary Baptist Sunday school was held last night at the Calvary Baptist church. The church was thronged with members of the church and their friends. The church was beautifully decorated with evergreens. and presented fine appearance. A fine musical programme, rendered under the direction of Prof. B. Jepson, was particularly good and was much appreciated by the large audience. The most interesting part of the evenings entertainment was the building of a light house by the children of the Sunday school About twenty-five children took part in the building of the tower and each deposited Q block upon which was inscribed a suitable inscription, and at the same time recited a verse from the Bible. When the whole was finished alight was placed on the top of the tower and the children then sang f'The Light of the World is Jesus," Mrs. Blnin singing the solo. After the exercises came the dis bursement of the Christmas gifts. The fol- lowing were the exercises for the evening:
 Organ Voluntary ........-..-......A A T. Percy
Morning journal and courier., 1885-12-30
AYarieo

may lead man to steal a horse or break a bank. but when it leads to gull the afflicted and inn pose upon their credulity, choking with rope is the only remedy. The proprietors of Lewis Red Jacket Btters give the public the evidence of prom inent physicians and of prominent individuals prov ing the purity and efficacy of this great ague rene- dy.
Morning journal and courier., 1885-12-30
". M. c. A. NOTES.
Their Next HeadQuarters-WiH 1t B
 The Old Third Church?

Their Next He3dQuarters-WiH kt Be
 The old Third Church?
 On the 1st day of May the Young Mems Christian association must leave their pres ent quarters. Where shall they go? Into a building of their own or into small leased quarters agains It is hoped into building and the old Third church would be the prep CT place.
 No young man should fail to call at the Y. M c. A. rooms on New Years day. The as soeiation will keep "open house" from 8 to 10 D. m. and promise every young man who calls cordial reception.
 M. Jule A. Rida will give chalk talk in the evening. The orchestra will furnish mu- sic and the reception committee provide re- treatments Don't pass by the sign "Wel- come at 841 Chapel street."
 The young mems social meeting on Satur- day night was by far the largest and most profitable one held for long time. The one on January will be still better
 Come and help by your presence and in fuence This last invitation is given to every young man. The rooms never looked finer than at present in their holiday decora- tions. Young men, come in and see if they do not look homelike
 A tea meeting of members and friends of the association will be held next Wednesday evening, Jan. 6, at 6:30 p.
 There will be no classes this week. They will be resumed on next Tuesday evening. The course of practical and health talks will be opened on Wednesday evening, Jan. 13.
Morning journal and courier., 1885-12-30
A NARROW ESCAPE.

The Carriage Containing MP. Morris
 Wife And Daughter Dragged By
 Runaway Horse The Entire Length
 of Congress Avenue-The Party Es-
 cape With A Few Bruises.
 Yesterday afternoon John J. Morris, of Milford, with his wife and daughter started in 8 two-seated beach wagon with a rather frisky horse attached to drive into this city to do some shopping The mother and daughter sat on the rear seat while MT. Nor well until they reached this side of the West river bridge at the end of Congress avenue when the horse became frightened by piece of white paper in the roadway and jumped quickly to one side, throwing MT. Morris out on the ground, he having the reins with him when he fell. MT. Morris after being dragged about ten feet by the now thoroughly frightened horse lost hold of the reins and the horse started down Congress avenue on mad gallop, while Mrs. Morris and her daughter sat in the back seat with blanched faces, powerless to do anything and expecting every moment to be dashed into the street. The horse managed to steer clear of all obstacles until passing McDermott's blacksmith shop on Congress avenue near Washington street, when MOT ris' wagon collided with that of H. B. Arm strong & Co.,, which stood in front of the shop, and Mrs. Morris and her daugh ter were thrown violently to the ground. The horse freed himself from the remains of the wagon and continued on down the avenue until at the corner of George and State streets he was stopped. crowd quickly gathered around Mrs. and Miss Norris who were stunned by the fall, and thev ware carried into McDermOtt'a house where it was found that besides suffering from the shock they received but one or two slight bruises. MT. Morris, who was unin- jured, soon returned with the horse and MT. McDermott kindly offered him the use of one of his carriages, which MT. Morris accepted, and after the family had done what shopping they desired they returned to Milford thank fnl that thav had aacanad 30 eaSiIY
Morning journal and courier., 1885-12-30

"1O0 Doses One Dollar" is true only of Hoods Ssrsaparills, and it is an unanswera- ble argument as to strength and economy.
Morning journal and courier., 1885-12-30
IN NORTH HAVEN CEMETERY.
A Tribute of Affection to the Mem
 Ory of am Officer of the Fifteenth

A Tribute of Affection to the Mem
 ory of am Officer of the Fifteenth
 Q. ".
 In North Haven cemetery yesterday beau tiful monument was erected to the memory of gallant young New Haven officer who fell sacrifice upon the altar of his country in the war of the rebellion, Lieutenant Ed win Whiting Bishop, son of MT. L. L. Bishop of this city. It is fine monument of dark Quincy granite, thirteen feet in height, with base four and a half feet square, and mono grams upon the four face sides of the capi- tal It is surmounted by draped urn of fine proportions and artistic effect. The in scription face bears the name, date of birth, January IS, 1885, and the names of his pa rents, Lent L. and the late Harriet E. Bishop of New Haven, and the names of the follow ing engagements in which the regiment in which deceased was bore hand, viz: Fred ericksburg, siege of Suffolk, Washington, D. O., and Kinston; also the following:
Morning journal and courier., 1885-12-30

eff solid happiness we prize, says the po- ct Cotton, 'twithin our breast this jewel 1ies," but if we have a cold there, the happi- ness can only be secured by using Dr. Bulls Cough Syrup.
Morning journal and courier., 1885-12-30

Consumptive's bane is Pr. Roberts Cough Syrup of Tar, Boneset and Wild Cherry. Most ladies use pink tinted Cream Japonisa.