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Morning journal and courier., 1885-12-18
A Arnmnal MI WaafimH

At the annual meeting of the City Mis sionary society at the Center church chape at 8 o'clock this afternoon, Rev. Dr. Smyth the chairman of the board of missions, vii preside Reports for the year will be made by Mr. S. T. Dutton, the secretary of inc board, by Judge Wsyland, the treasurer oi the society, and Rev. MT. Mossman, the su- perintendent of city missions. The public are invited.
 Royal Society of Good Fellows Elec-
 tion.
 New Haven assembly, Royal Society of Good Fellows, last night elected the follow ing officers, viz.
 Henry P Woodward, ruler.
 George E. Frisbie, instructor.
 Dr. Jos. H. Smith, counsellor.
 Frank A. Newton, ex-ruler.
 Frank l.. Manwaring, financial secretary. Fred l.. Trowbrdge, treasurer.
 William M Parsons director
 A. H. Kobb, guard
 Ebert A. Pardee, sentry.
 C. Pqrdy hIdsey M 4 o. Hsd medical eHamres Grts and Luther E. Jerome.
 GOLDEN RULE.
 At meeting of Golden Rule encampment, l. o. o. F., the following named officers were elected for the coming year: Charles Bradley, c. C.; c. s. Moore, s. w.; Howard Ford, J. w.; J. P. Merrills, H. P.: Philip Pond, treasurer; George N. Moses, secretary,
 COURT ROBERT EMMETT.
 At a meeting of Court Robert Emmett No. 7,119, A. O. F., held in their lodge rooms in the Lyon building last evening, the semi annual election of officers took place. resulting in the election of the following named officers: John J. Yelverton, c. R. :; Edward Brady, s. O. R.; Edward Morarity. F. C.; James Byrre, treasurer; WilliamGray, recording secretary; William Ahern, s. w; William H. Berney, J.W.; Patrick Keehealy, J. B.; Dr. heeler, physician; A. F. Wood, druggist The lodge is now in a very pros porous condition, having over one hundred members, and ball will be given by them in the National armory on the night of March S.
Morning journal and courier., 1885-12-18

To give us a call on holiday goods, which we are selling at bottom prices, independent of the tea and coffee.
 CENTENNIAL AM. TEA Co.,,
 363 State street
Morning journal and courier., 1885-12-18
IF, MI. Brown & Co.'S

Low prices on bisque figures and groups, chinaware, cups and saucers, plates, shaving mugs, liquor, wine and lemonade sets sur prise the closest buyers.
Morning journal and courier., 1885-12-18
Did You Ask Why y?-Why Visit Cut
 ler>s Art StOre2

Because it is full of tasteful, elegant arti- cles for holiday gifts. Because the prices are so low that everybody is going there | Because the throng will increase daily till | Christmas eve. Because those beautiful | glace photo panels at $1, $1. 50, $1.75, S2 and g. 50 are selling so rapidly that you may fail to get them little later. Because 1 there are only two dozen of Dr. Dressers | candlesticks left and no prospect of more coming. Because the stock of elegant framed pictures at from $3 to $7 is fast disappearing | and it takes time to frame pictures well. Be cause if you want beautiful etching you ought to allow suitable time for having it framed Because you do not know, till you see for yourself what beautiful etchings can be had, ready framed, for from $6 to $15, nor what important ones can be had for from $25 to $50 Because visitors are always vel come and not importuned to buy. d17 St If your lung trouble is of scrofuloHs origin Ayers Sarsaparilla will cure you. Fine dress suits made and trimmed in the best manner from $25 to $50, which cannot be made elsewhere for less than S35 to $40, at J. KAIsER's,
 367 State street.
 Silk and animal boxes almost given away at RIDERS, 798 Chapel street. Gold Head Umbrellas
 At Dudley's 799 Chapel street.
 Travelling Rags
 For Christmas presents at
 BURGESS & BURGESS.
Morning journal and courier., 1885-12-18
Visit Our

Xmas card and children's book counter (at rear end of store) Largest stock of new novelties at lowest prices, to be found in the city at F. M. BROWN eS Co. 5.
Morning journal and courier., 1885-12-18
The Best VaIue

The largest, best and cheapest assortment of silks, and velvets can be found at
 BOLTON 6 NEELY'S.
Morning journal and courier., 1885-12-18
Toys! Toys! Toys!

The largest and best selection of toys to be found in the city, and at prices that defy competition, can be found on the second floor at BOLTON 6 NEELY's.
Morning journal and courier., 1885-12-18

No hoarseness after using Dr. Roberts Cough Syrup of Tar, Boneset and Wild Cherry
 Cream Japonica softens and brightens the skin.
Morning journal and courier., 1885-12-18

Now is the time to select your dolls, large and small, dressed and undressed, and at the very lowest prices. The entire millinery room devoted to dolls, dolls, dolls, at
 BOLTON 6 NEELY's.
Morning journal and courier., 1885-12-18

TRADE kT TIE PEOPLES STORE. Canned Tomatoes 10c, (be5t) Canned Corn 1oc, (beSi). Canned Lima Beans 1Gc (best. Canned Peaches 15c. Crable goods) French Peas 1Gc per No change in price of Nuts Fancy New Orleans Molasses 5Sc. gal
 50 TUBS Selected Butter 29c per pound. This is fine goods, and all who looking for this grade are invited to call and see Simsbrry Creamery 36c.
 25 Barrels of Cape Cod Cranberres 7c qaart White Grapes 12c pound.
 Here is a Trade. ssc per gallon buys fine Sugar Syrup
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Mems Mu mers n nnn Hs1

Endless Variety of Neckwear At Dudley's 799 Chapel street.
Morning journal and courier., 1885-12-18

Fur (OIEIFB AUU CUHs For gentlemen's coats at
 BURGESS & BURGESS.
Morning journal and courier., 1885-12-18
PLEASANT OCCASIONS,

Christmas Entertainments Benefits
 for the POor-Nice Times for the
 Young Folks.
 Among the Christmas entertainments to oc- cur at the churches are the following:
 At the Church of the Redeemer next Tues day evening, December 22d, there will be a grand Christmas benefit for the poor of the church, at which donations will be made for that object by all who attend. The audience room and Sunday school room are being fine ly and quite elaborately decorated with Christmas trees and evergreens. Next Sun day evening praise service will be given at tine church under the direction of Mir. H. J. Prudden, the superintendent.
 At the First Congregational church. Fair Haven, on Christmas eve there will be gen. eral donation occasion for the benefit of the poor of the church, all attending bringing something ill keeping with the spirit of the occasion A concert will also be given at this church next Sunday evening. A Christmas entertainment will be given at the Calvary Baptist church on the Tuesday evening following Christmas of a highly pleasant and interesting character, and as there are about 500 children in the Sunday school of this church, it being one of the largest Sunday schools in Connecticut, there will be no doubt large attendance.
 On Holy Innocents' day there will be 8 SuIIStLtdS tIeo tuI0TLdluul0ub Ut OG. 1uOlQdS' church for the special benefit of the young people.
 The children of the parish of St. Johns Episcopal church will have their Christmas festival on St. Johns day, December 16. Services will be held in the church consisting of devotional exercises before the distribu- tion of the gifts.
 At recent meeting of the teachers of En- glish Hall Sunday school it was decided to heve 8 Christmas tree for the children of the school at o'clock Thursday afternoon, De- cember 26, and to give each member of the school a present according to their record during the year. It was also decided to trim the hall for Christmas, as usual, which is now being done. It was voted that each teacher and officer endeavor to provide, by solicitation, among friends, or otherwise, $500 more, if possible for the expenses. MT. L. w. Cleveland, the assist ant superintedennt, was appointed treasurer. The Sunday school of Rev. Dr. Gallup's church in Madison have their Christmas en tertainment on Christmas night; Superin tendent Webster Whedon in charge.
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HYMENEAL.

4 Coming Wedding i'm Scranton, Penn.
 Cards are out for the wedding of NIT. Wal Louise Cam of Scranton, Penn. MT. Buell graduated in the class of 1880 at Yale and has since then been engaged in school teach ing. He has been principal of the School ot the Lackawanna in Scranton for nearly two years. The wedding will take place on the Tuesday following Christmas. The ceremo- ny will be performed by Rev. John E. Bush nell of Fairfield, Conn, classmate of MT. Buell. and graduate of the Yale Divinity school in the class of 1885,
Morning journal and courier., 1885-12-18

Five pound boxes, mixed and broken candy. RIDERS, 79o Chapel street.
Morning journal and courier., 1885-12-18

Boys Gloves At Dudley's 799 Chapel street.
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one Boy made Iad

Because all the other boys bought their rub Der coats, footballs and imported toys at the Goodyear Rubber store, B Church street.
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ONLY THE BEST

Our prices on meat are for the very best quality and are much lower than is asked elsewhere for the same goods. Hindquarter lamb f3c pound Forequarter lamb lie 10. Leg lamb 14c lb. Lamb chop 16 and 18c lb. Lamb to stew 6c ID. Best rib roast beef 16c lb. Best loin steak 21c lb Best porterhouse steak 22c ID. Choice cuts tenderlo1n 23c lb Round steak A and 16c ID.
 Don't Forget. Strictly fresh country eggs 35c doz lbs best mixed candy for 25c. Delicious Scotch jams only 25c each
 E. E. LAW & G9a..
 oe2 and 0es yyooc+ar c+roo+
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Suits Low Prices,

ScarG Pins and Sleeve Buttons At Dudley's 799 Chapel street.
Morning journal and courier., 1885-12-18

There is nothing more acceptable to lady than a handsome lunch cloth with napkins to match. Headquarters for such goods is
 BOLTON & NEELY'S
Morning journal and courier., 1885-12-18

Elegant Ottoman silk circulars $S.7 75.
 Ladies' velvet wraps of the very finest ma terial, lined with the best satin quilted and trimmed with the best finch hare trimming and with fur tails, S1O.98. These goods are actually worth day s3O Just think of it.
 We are selling an elegant plush garment for $195O They are 43 inches long, made of very fine English silk seal, lined with satin quilted, chalnois pockets, and are worth $50. They are beautiful. To be found at Bretzfelders only.
Morning journal and courier., 1885-12-18
Her Chances Improving.

Mrs. Mary J. Pomeroy was still in an un- conscious condition last evening. The hos pital physicians think that her chances for life are slightly improved
Morning journal and courier., 1885-12-18
NEW HAVEN OPERA HOUSE.

The Dayton, O., Journal says of the Mo Nish, Johnson 6 Slavin's minstrels who ap- pear at this house on Saturday afternoon and evening" "The performance was first class in every respect, and the general com ment was that the company is the best that has ever appeared in Dayton. From the rise of the curtain the audience laughed and cheered, and long after the curtain fell a suppressed chuckle would escape many who attended. Many of the jokes had not been perpetrated before on Dayton audience anu they took the responsibility of laugh"
Morning journal and courier., 1885-12-18

Many victim to Bright's Disease has been restored to sound health by Hunts Remedy.
 Hunts Remedy is not compound: it has been before the public thirty years.
 Hunts Remedy purifes the blood by as sisting the kidneys to carry off all impuri- ties. d14 eod3tW1t.
Morning journal and courier., 1885-12-18
DOIIs! Dolls! Dolls!

Great reduction in prices of bed and horse blankets at BOLTON & NEELY'S.
Morning journal and courier., 1885-12-18

Captain Mitchell, Of the bark Antoine Sala, New York and Havana trade, came home in May, entirely helpless with rheuma- tism He went to the mountains, but re- ceiving no benefit, at his wife's request be- gan to take Hoods Sarsaparilla. He imme- diately began to improve; in two months his rheumatism was all gone, and he sailed in command of his vessel a well man. Hoods Sarsapariila will help you. Sold by all druggists.
Morning journal and courier., 1885-12-18

Dress Shirts At Dudley's, 799 Chapel street. d17 3t
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Coffee News.


 A fair quality of cheap coffee costs to buy from the iobber 16 to 18c. lb. This coffee in many instances is offered for sale under the misured name of Govt. Javal from 22 to 23c. At the Peoples store, 382 State street, good coffee is sold for 20c., the quality of which is as good, and better than any coffee offered at 9 or 23c. What we sell for an old Gov ernment Java at 25c. is not matched by any dealer for less than 30 or 32c.
 R. w. MILLS, 3S5 State street. BEWARE OF FRAUDS-Be sure you get the genuine Dr. Thomas Eclectric Oil. It cures Colds, Group, Asthma, Deafness and Rheumatism. d14 d&w1w Fur robes very cheap at
 BOLTON & NEELY's.
 Given Away Free. Friday, December IS, we shall give free of charge half pound of our celebrated tea as a sample (on the above day enly) so you can ''try before you buy'' to secure our special Christmas present See adv. elsewhere on this side paper.
 CENTENNIAL AMERICAN TEA Co.,,
 363 State street.
Morning journal and courier., 1885-12-18

The Dillon and Stedman company now at the museum produced 'FCaste'' yesterday afternoon and evening in 8 very satisfactory manner, though some members of the com panY lacked somewhat perfect knowledge of their parts. By special request ''Esmer- aida" will be given this afternoon and eve ming instead of ''Caste," and also Saturday afternoon and evening
Morning journal and courier., 1885-12-18
Special Christmas Present.

Special Christmas Present.
 Saturday, Monday and Thursday, Decem- Der 19, 21 and 24, we shall give a special Christmas present to all purchasers of one pound of tea or two pounds of coffee. Among the most notable articles is found hand some scrap album, 12x16, beautifully deco rated, colored pepper and salt castor, auto graph albums, large Majolica pitcher and sev eral other articles of equal value. Do not fail to avail yourselves of this offer, as it is the best offer ever given to try our celebrated teas and coffees which we guarantee satisfac tory or return the money. Wishing all merry Christmas and happy New Year, we remain the peoples servants.
 CENTENNIAL AM. TEA Co.,,
 363 State street. gEY@See our advertisement, ''Given Away Free"
 Juvenile books in paper and linen, Christ mas cards, autograph albums, plush and leather albums in endless variety at BOLTON SS NEELY's. See Johnson and Bros adv't on 3rd page. KNOW HIMSELF, by reading the ''Sc1- encc of ..ifS.s, the best medical work ever pub li-he,i- fHr young and middle aged men
Morning journal and courier., 1885-12-18
Baskets For the Holidays.

Baskets For the Holidays. Japanese, scrap, work stands, fancy baskets, large variety, Lambs basket store, ,699 Chapel. Fur Trimming At manufacturers prices.
 BURGESS & BURGESS,
 751 Chapel street.
Morning journal and courier., 1885-12-18
wALLTNGFORD,S NEW PASTOR.

Rev. 0. HI. Dickinson Installed Over
 the Congregational Church-SermOn
 by Rev. Dr. Munger-The Church's
 Fifth Pastor in 200 Years.
 The council of ministers called to examine Rev. Charles H. Dickenson, who was called to the pastorate of the Congregational church in Wallingtord, met yesterday at twelve o'clock Rev. w. s. Woodworth, of Berlin, was moderator, and L. F. Buty, of Plants vile, was scribe. MT. Dickenson announced his faith to be that given in the Congrega- tional creed It was the opinion of all that Mr. Dickinson was thoroughly orthodox and in entire agreement with the Congregational faith After the examination, the visitors enjoyed beautiful feast ia the parlors of the church. MT. Dickinson received the con gratulations of many friends and visitors. He is the fifth minister called to the pulpit of the Congregational church in Wallingford in the two hundred years the church has existed. He is young man, twenty eight years of age and . graduate of the Yale Theological school in the class of 1883. Among those in attend were Rev. Drs. T. T. Munger, George E; Day, Samuel Harris, George P. Fisher and Timothy Dwight, Professor John E. Russell and MT. Cooper, of this city. The lnstalla- ton exercises were held yesterday afternoon at o'clock The ordination sermon was preached by Rev Dr. T. T. Munger: who took for his text the parable of the lost sheep and the lost piece, of money, Luke xv, Ill. The main char acteristic of Christ was a passion tor saving the lost. Christ justified his feeling and conduct in this by appeals to common action of human nature MT. Munger then discussed at length this passion for saving The ordaining prayer was offered by Rev. S. c. Buckingham of Springfield, Mass, and the charge to the pastor was given by Rev Levi M. Brastow. Rev. A. H. Hall, of Mer1- den, extended the right hand of fellowship and Rev. w. S. Woodworth, of Berlin, gave the charge to the people. Mir. Dickinson is one of the most talented of the young men who have prepared for the ministry in New Haven. Attorney L. M. Hubbard and Mir H. NJ Judd were the committee in charge of the exercises and reception of guests.
Morning journal and courier., 1885-12-18
Given Away Free.

Fur robes very cheap at
 BOLTON & NEELY'S.
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New Advertisements.
Sheppard's Stovcs-V. B. Osler.
Drug Store-M. f. Leatherman.

AKE-RECoRDs IRE now in order, only be
rcasonable.-Chronicle. Did you ever know
any ono to act reasonably with snakes they
either run, incontinenty, or kill them with
out provocation. A man with snakes in
either his head or boots may be relied upon
to do surprising things
REDUCTION OF PosTAGE.-~The Postmas-
ter General has issued circular order to
postmastcrs explanatory of the changes
made by Congress at the last session in the
rates of postage. The postmastcrs arc IN
formed that on and after July the rate of
all domestic first-class matter, including
drop letters at letter carrier offices, will I've
tive cents per ounce or fraction thereof in
stead of two cents per half ounce. This
change Will apply to mails addressed to Cam
ada, but to no other foreign parts
To provide for wants that may arise from
the change in the rate on the second-class
matter, or newspapers mailed by publishers,
from two cents to one cent per pound, the
department has decided to issue newspa-
per and periodical! stamp of the dcnomina-
ton of one cent, the design and color OF
which will be the same ~ those of the pres
ent series. They will be ready for issue on
1
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SabillaSvtlle Items.

Ike went fishing on Ascension. day bu,
he will not tell you any fish stories.
Mr.. f. Il. HoAgkins of Baltimore, a repre-
scntativcs of the Maryland Sunday Schoo
Union, was with us over Sunday and made
several interesting addresses to the Sunday
Schools of our village.
Rev. A Is. Stoncr Ecld a communion ser
vice in the Reformed church on Sunday last
A good congregation was present, II good
sermon preached, and quite number o.
COMMITMENTS.
Mr. Daniel Eby traded his iron grey racer
Ia Mr. & /. Ham, who expects to make quite
a fortune out of her.
Mr. Charles IIcss, our cabinet maker. has
left us lie no doubt has sweet heart thn,
has more attraction for him than The noun
tains.
Some reform" is needed ahant our school
house; don't know whether it will come OF
not
A Young farmer came toward our village
a short tim" ago singing, Good news come
over the sea" Il ain papa again"
The weather is getting warm and Old
"Lawrcnc." is after IKE TooTs
Catoctin clarion. [volume] (Mechanicstown, Md.) 1871-1940, 1885-05-21

paf,y, Of Middletown," which now insures
three million dollars worth Of farm property
and has had successful existence Of nine
years. They alec started Grange Coop
erativc Store" which is now managed by Il
company of Changers. This Grange has had
over 100 members on its rolls, and has even
attended the "Tri-State Picnic" at Will
liam's Grove, in Pennsylvania, with its own
brass band. Its pic-nics and public gather
lngs have been on an elaborate scale and
largely attended VaNey Register.
PosroFFcE RoBBED,-We have just learn.
ed that about a fortnight ago the store room
Of Mr. Peter Dudderar, postmaster at Oak
Orchard, was broken into and about ten dol
lars worth Of postage stamps taken from the
Office, which was all that Mr.. ID. has missed
The shutter of one of the windows was pricd
open with pick, and after the robbery the
shutter was again closed. The pick WAS
found near by.-Bdnner.
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Three Book. t.iyen Away.

We will send the following Three books
free: LADILS PRIVATE COMPANION, =
complete M deal adviser for women. Illus.
tratrd and bound II cloth, Former price 81
Fun ANDCANDY, As page book telling
how to make over 100 kinds Of kinds of can
dies and ether sweet things, handsomely
bound Former price 50ctsl and LADIES
GUIDE TO FANCY WORK. n practical in
structor in all kinds of Art Matters contain.
ing 81 large 4coIumn pages, over 200 hand.
some Illustrative Engravings, and will
bound to any lady who sends 90 cents for six
months trial subscription to THE House.
WIFE, large IL page journal devoted to
Fashions, Fancy Work, Art Recreations,
How to Cook, and Household matters II
Won will send s. 90 for tour friends ,ou will
ach receive all the above, aud we will send
you and elegant Hand Mirror. For club Of
80 we give LADIES GOLD WATCH
Address THE HOUSEWIFE PUR GO.
NUntla, " y. arr ~ ?m
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Pictures Of Yourself!

TO introduce our handsome new style pic
lures throughout the U. s. at once we will
send Four Dozen finely finished photographic
Of yourself, postpaid, upon receipt of $l.NO
and sample photo, to copy from, Cabinet
size prcferrcd,) provided you will promise in
your letter to show pictures, and act as agent
in case they are satisfactory. Are sure tn
please Everyone, Refer to Postmaster, Am
Express Agent, or Nunda Bank. Remit by
postal note mr. registered letter mo stamps
takcn.)and mention paper. Address.
NUNDA PUBLISHING CO., Nunda, N. Y
Apr % PIN
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ChanHeAble Climate.

In this changcable climate hardlya week
passes without catching cold. Wet feet,wet
clothing, and exposure to tfrauyhts Of cool.
moist air abstracts heat from the body chills
the blood, and lays the foundation for many
chronic lung diseases 1t view of the above
it is well to have within reach a medicine
that can be depended upon-DuI.ac's Swiss
Balsam. Price Is and Is cts. Sold by
r. +. Withcrow and NJ. Z. Letherman.
Catoctin clarion. [volume] (Mechanicstown, Md.) 1871-1940, 1885-05-21

The Indian OH doctor is with us this week;
he makes fun for the people and sells his
medicines for his own amusement. lie is
witty, good mimic and probably does very
much to improve the health Of his audience
in this way Buy and try the medicine,
Catoctin clarion. [volume] (Mechanicstown, Md.) 1871-1940, 1885-05-21
Nearly Every Case.

OF consumption can Re traced to a neglected
cold that finally become seated in the lungs,
when by timely use of a few doses Of Du'
Lacs Swiss Balsam" the danger could have
been avcr,rd. This remedy will afford relief
in every instance. Contains no morphine
or opium. Price 25 and Is cents Sold by
Ross +. Withcrow and DR.. Il Leatherlnan.
Catoctin clarion. [volume] (Mechanicstown, Md.) 1871-1940, 1885-05-21

For flows aud Girls.

We shall give away several thousand dol
lars in presents before Aug. list, including
Solid Gold Watches, Jewclry. Gums, Revol-
ers, Violins, Ranjcs, Guitars, Music Boxes,
Tool Chests, Telescopes and everything an
intelligent boy or girl could desire.
lfyou want the model magazine for the
youth of The 10Th century, send "a cents for
three month, trial subscription and list OF
presents. A handsome Pocket Knife or
something Of greater value guaranteed to oil
sending. Send for your friends and receive
the presents Address NAT. YOUTHS
MONTHLY, Buffalo N. Y. apr 252m
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1lew IMr'fisenenfs
NOTICE.

All peraons wishing to- make transfers of
any property upon the tax books of the
CORPORATION OF MECHASICsTowy
will report the same to the Secretary before
June LIST as the books will be closet on
that date.
By order OF tho Board.
J. II. COVER l.. r. WESClIE.
PRESIDENT. SECRETARY.
NAY 81 ct,