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Connecticut western news., 1885-04-01
OSMAN DIGMA'S ARMY.
They Send their Families Away and Pre-
 pare for n Desperate Battle.

All the Arabs wore the Mahdi's uniform in the battle on Sunday. One of the banners captured from the rebels was a gift from the Mahdi. Two-thirds of the camels are dead. General Graham has sent the Indian troops back to Suakin. The body of Sheik Fag- giah, one of 0sman Digma's most famous chiefs, was discovered among the Arab dead left on the battle field at General McNeil's za- reba.
 he.sappers are making road through the brush toward Tamai. A convoy with water and provisions went to Gen. McNeill's zareba this morning. A prisoner reports that Osman Digma's men at Tamai are sending all their women and children back into the hills, and are preparing to make desperate resistance to the British advance. Tue Shropshire Reg. iment, accompanied by convoy, has started to join Gen. McNein at the Hasheen zareba.
 The latest returns regarding the casualties In Sundays engagement show that, including the Indian troops, and exclusive of camp fol- lowers, officers and 94 men were killed and 6 officers and l36 men were wounded. One officer and 70 men are reported missing.
 The Guards and marines, while advancing from the Hasheen zareba to meet the convoy from Suakim, had several musketry skirmishes with the rebels, during which sixteen of the British were wounded and one man was killed.
 native reports that in sortie before the fall of Kartoum Gen. Gordon lost 200 men, that Gen. Gordon was really killed by shot from gun, and that his body was pierced with spears after death.
Connecticut western news., 1885-04-01
Important Nominations.

The President sent to the Senate the follow ing nominations:
 To be Envoys Extraordinary and Ministers Plenipotentiary of the United States Edwin J. Phelps, of Vermont, to Great Britain; Robert M. McLane, of Maryland, to France; George H. Pendleton, of Ohio, to Germany; Henry R. Jackson, of Georgia, to Mexico.
 Maecenas E. Benton, of Missouri, to be At torney of the United States, for the Western District of Missouri.
 Assistant Engineer, John ". Saville, of Maryland, now cn the retired list, to be a passed Assistant Engineer, on the retired list of tho Navy.
 The Senate, in executive session, immedi- stely confirmed the nomination of ex-Senator Pendleton 10 be Envoy Extraordinary and Minister Plenipotentiary to Germany.
 Samuel S. Cox, of New York, to be Envoy Extraordinary and Minister Plenipotentiary of the United States to Turkey.
 Captain David B. Harmony, of New York, to be Chief of Bureau of Yards and Docks in the Department of the Navy with relative rank of Commodore.
Connecticut western news., 1885-04-01
WAR IN THE NORTHWEST.
Canadian Forces Defeated, with Loss. by
 the Hnlf-Breeds.

A dispatch from Winnipeg, Man, says: Hostilities have been commenced in earnest, and alarming reports have been received from Fort Carlton. The substance of these reports is as follows:
 The rebel army, which numbers about fifteen hundred men, surrounded Fort Carlton nearly 8 week ago and besieged it. Major Crozier and garrison of 125 men held out as long as possible, and when their supplies became ex- hausted the major resolved to dash through the enemy and make for Duck Lake, where 8 supply post is located and which was held by the rebels.
 With fifty picked men the gallant Major sud- denly rode out of the fort and dashed south ward toward Duck Lake. The enemy was completely surprised, but quickly sprang to arms and fired on tEe police. The latter re- turned the fire, and for some time, amid the widest confusion, the engagement was kept up. The larger portion of the police succeed ed in breaking through the ranks of the enemy and galloped off toward Duck Lake. During the fight, according to the first report, eight mounted police were killed and fifteen of the enemy. Captain Moore, who was among the police, is reported to have been shot, together with six of his men.
Connecticut western news., 1885-04-01
Attacking the Arabs.

dispatch from Suakim says: A convoy of the Grenadier Guards, under command of General Graham, accompanied the Shropshire, Surrey and Sikhs Qndian) regiments Thurs. day morning on their departure for Tamai as far as General McNeill's zereba. The start was made at seven o'clock. The zereba was reached with loss of but three men, who were wounded in fight on the way. force of Arabs rushed on the troops. The latter at once formed a square, The Arabs recklessly charged upon this with such impetuosity that they got within twenty yards of it. They were re- repulsed with a loss of 100 killed. The Duke of Cambridge has referred to General Wolseley the question of the recall of General McNeili. General Graham's tactics in the advance from Suakim are causing increased dis content among officers and men. It is re- ported that the decisive attack on Tamai has been postponed in consequence of the break down of the transport service. Owing to the cowardly conduct of the Sepoys when facing the Arabs in the fight on Sunday, the force that will attack Tamai will be composed solely of the British and Sikh regiments.
Connecticut western news., 1885-04-01
TRUE STORY OF sDR. SEWER "
A Devoted Husband but n Life PulI of
 III Luck.

Being urged to narrate the cir cumstances attending the conception and writing of his story "Dr. Sevier," Mir. Cable replied substantially:
 "The characters, that is, the principal ones, and the main incidents of the work are true. One afternoon, as was pass ing the office of my family physician, he called me in and said he wanted to tell me true story. Not needing my protest that I was busy, he seated me, and, reclining on his lounge, related the story of the people call John and Mary Richling.
 "The story of their trials affected me deeply, and at my first leisure moment wrote out the plain story. This Tread to my father-in-law on condition that he should not tell it. The recital of the facts brought tears to his eyes, and, with this proof of the story's sympathetic strength, I wrote the novel,"
 "What was the story in briefW
 "Simply this: John Richling q do not know his real name, for he never re- vealed it) had married a dainty, sweet, pretty little woman in Milwaukee. He was from Kentucky. They appeared in New Orleans, and that is where my Dr. Sevier first saw them. He was called in to attend the young wife. He helped her through several sieges of illness. Her husband was searching for a position and all this time the doctor saw them growing poorer, till finally Mary was found by the doctor in the charity hos pital. Creditors had sold the bed from under her, and this was all that was left for her.
 ''The doctor asked her if her husband had failed in his duty to her, but she replied, No, he could not do so.' Shortly afterward John became an in- mate of the hospital aud remained there for few weeks. On his recoy- cry, Mary, by the doctors advice, was sent to her mother, here in Milwaukee. | The doctor watched over John till he finally got place with baker named Rich, on Benjamin street. Here he proved of immense value to his employer, who died, leaving him in charge. John finally sickened and came into the doc tors hands again. He wanted to send | for Mary, but the doctor dissuaded him. | A daughter was born to Mary in Mil. waukee, and John, as he lay dying, handed picture of his danghter to the doctor, saying: This is my baby whom I have never seen. Mary's picture do not need, as have it always in my heart
 "Thus he died, refusing always to tel his name, as such a revelation would bring reproach on his family, who had failed to treat him as they should. Now, somewhere up here are this little woman and her daughter, if they art not dead. They are as dear to me as if they were my own children. Now as I talk of them, my heart rises in my throat and tears come unbidden to my eyes. Mary would be about forty year old, and am hoping always that my book or some notice may come to hel eyes that will help to reveal her to me. | - HIiI,Doukef .SsutiNel
Connecticut western news., 1885-04-01
Armx nf fhe PofomRc.

The annual reunion of the Society of the Army of the Potomac will take place at Balti- more, Md, on Wednesday and thursday, the 9th and 7th of May, 1885. The oration will be delivered by General Calvin E. Pratt Justice of the New York Supreme Court, and the poem by Major De Witt 0. Sprague, of Washington, D. c. The head quarters of the society will be at the Carroll ton House. Railroads have agreed upon liberal rates for transportation. There will be the usual public meetings, parade, excursion and banquet. The President and Cabinet, Generals Sheridan and Hancock and other distinguished officers will bo present. The officers of the society for the current year are General U. s. Grant, United States Army, president; Brevet Major General M. T. McMahon, treasurer; Brigadier General Horatio c. King, recording secretary, and Bre- vet Major General George A. Sharpe, core spending secretary.
Connecticut western news., 1885-04-01
March April May

Are the months to purify the blood. as the body Is now most susceptible to benefit from medicine. Im- purities which have accumulated during the cold weather. when you have been too much within doors. must be expelled serious results may fol- low. The testimony of thousands. as to the great benefit derived from Hoods sarsaparillA should convince everybody that it is the very best blood purifier and spring medicine. Take 1t now.
 Charles O. Roberts East Wilson. N. r.. had l3 scrofulous sores on his face and neck Nothing helped him until he took Hoods Ssrsaparills, which effected a complete cure. His druggist says 1t is "A Great Victory" for Hoods Sarsaparilla.
Connecticut western news., 1885-04-01

Your blood may be laden with impurities, but Hoods saSaparillA will thoroughly olsanse enrich and sitalize it Tho most severo cases Of serofnla salt rheum, boils. pimples-in fact all affections arising from impure blood, yield to Hoods sarsa- pRrila. the great blood purifier. 1t also cures dya' pepsia. biliousncss sick headache Kidney and liver complaints, tharpcns the appetite. and builds up the whole system.
 Hoods sarsaparillA has been used with perfect success in family for cankcr In the stomach and impure blood. My little one is entirely cured. and we shall continue its use as a family medciue."- MRs. F. E. BURTON, somoryille, Mass
Connecticut western news., 1885-04-01
Purify the Blood

"Ihave been troubled with scrofulous humor and sores breaking out all my body for the last hf teen years have taken four bottles of Hoods sar- saparilla and it has entirely cured me. rocom- mend it very highly to any troubled with scrof- ula, or any blood disease. ."-HESRY BrsGs 1879 Campbell Street. Kansas City. Mo.
 Hoods Sarsaparilla has cured me of blood poison."-w. H. BARR, Steubenville. Ohio,
 Twas troubled with salt rheum three years. I took Hoods SarsaparillR and am entirely cured. and my weight has increased from lOe pounds to l35 "- MRs. ALICE SMITH, Stamford, Conn.
Connecticut western news., 1885-04-01
Sharpen the Appetite

'Thad no appetite. and felt tired all the time. When had taken half bottle of Hoods saraApa. rilla my appetite was restored and my stomach felt better. Ihaye now taken nearly three bottles and never well In my lfe."-MRs. JEsstE r. DoLBEABE. PaseoAg, RI
 T have used Hoods sArsapArlla for biliousncss; think 1t Q great remedy for that complant."-J, w. ABBOTT, Manchester. N. II.
 My son suffered from spring debility and loss of appetite, but was restored to health as soon ho began to take Hoods sarsaparilla. ."--MRs, ITALIA SMITH, Scipioville, NY
Connecticut western news., 1885-04-01
Agreeable to EYerYhodY.

Col. Robert G. King, for ten years Deputy Collector Internal Revenue, Bal timore, Maryland, writes endorse the Red Star Cough Cure. I have used it in my family for violent cough and found it excellent. Its use was entirely free from the depressing effects of other cough remedies. It can readily be taken and agrees with and benefits everybody suffering from throat and lung troubles The relief is permanent, and there is no reacfinn
Connecticut western news., 1885-04-01
AI.ettcr oi Thanha.

Mrs Lydia E, Pinlsham-Yery dear Madami My wife Arie A. Green has suffered with Q displacement which caused her unknown rains tnl had almost given up all hopcs of finding any relief for her But the Guiding Spirit referred me Co your Vegetable Com pound. I went l2 miles to purchase bottlo and the first t,co doses gaue her immediate relief and after the use of the first bottle nhe declared herself a new person; ttco bottles sH- tirelg cured hef. Your medicine ia invalu- able Co me 10 was indeed a messenger of peace in my house. it cured my wife, and God knows 1 am the hnppiest man alive to-day, Words cannot express our feelings towards you.
Connecticut western news., 1885-04-01

AN ITEM or INTEREST "Beeson's Aromatic Alum Sulphur Soap" prevents, cures and heals skin diseases, softens and beautihes face and hands 25e. by Druggists, or by mail Address, Vim. Dreydoppol, Philadelphia, Pa.
Connecticut western news., 1885-04-01
EnfnIRniIar ErnInaInn

Tie boiler in Ruffner Brothers wholesale grocery in Charleston, w. Va, exploded Mon day morning, setting the building on fire. The fire communicated to the Hale House, adjoin- ing, destroying that building also. George Welcher, porter, was killed by the explosion, and his body burned. Joel Ruffner, clerk, was seriously injured by the explosion. The Ruffners' loss will reach $50, ,0O0, and the loss of the proprietor of the Hale House will be fully S50.O0O.
Connecticut western news., 1885-04-01

CHRONIC CATArRu.-The result of 25 years Catarrh;-the bridge, or division of my nose, was about half gone. obtained n bottle of Ely's Cream Balm have used four bottles, applying 1t to the affected parts with swab, which has about cured up tho nostrils had previously tried all other remedies on the mar ket without permanent relief.-J. A. Wood, 96 N. High Street, Columbus, Ohio.
Connecticut western news., 1885-04-01

mENsMAN's PEProNIzED BEKF TONIC tho only preparation ofbeef containingits entire ntlfri- nous properties. It contains blood-mAkinR force generating and hfe-sustAining properties; invaluable for indigestion, dyspepsia, nervous prostration, and all forms of general debility, also, in all enfeebled conditions, whether tho result of exhaustion, nervous prostrAtion, ovor- work or acute disease, particularly if resulting from pulmonary complaintG Caswel Hazard O., Proprietors New York. Soldby druggistn
Connecticut western news., 1885-04-01
P.pecinIly to Women.

"Sweet is revenge, especially to women, said the gifted, but naughty, Lord Byron. Surely ho was in bad humor when he wrote such words. But there are complaints that only women suffer, that are carrying mum bers of them down Co early graves There is hope for those who suffer, no matter how sorely, or severely, in Dr. R, V. Pierce's "Fayorite Prescription Save in it's action it is a blessing, especially to women and Co men, too, for when women suffer, the house hnld is askew
Connecticut western news., 1885-04-01
MARKET NOTES.

NEW YORK mAhhEE. The Wholesale New York market quotations show:
 BEkss-Prime. s1.sO@s2OO; fair to good. S1.70@ S1.75 per busheL
 BUTTER - New York sold at 2792Sc for choice in pAils, and 24@D26c. common 70 good Western Creamery sold at 169lSo, and the common Western at t-@-c
 CHEEsE-Factory fancy, 129121xo; do. fair togood, 7dS16c.
 Eoos-Quotations ranged from lSo. for or dinary, to l91le for New York. New Jersey and Pennsylvania
 &3.S5@S5.5 50; extra New York. &3.50@S42 26 HAY Shipping, 60@70ci clover, 70975c | salt. 60c; straw, 70@75c. Hops-NewYo York, 15@16c. Eastern, 1S914oI yearlings, 9@1Ac; olds, s@9c. PoRK-Clear Back, S14259S1525i dressed WHEAT " Spring No. 2, -@9O1lc., Mil waukee, No. 2, S9c. amber, S-@s-i white, --c @90e. s..--- CoRN-Ungraded Western Mixed. 4s@5O1So, Steamer Mixed 491kC04915o in elevator. b05<o delivered; No. 2, 49ss 9491Sc. in elevator 6O169 5o$4c,. delivered White Southern, 65c de- R1E~state. 711f@7416a
 PHILADELPHIA MARKET FLouR-statefamily $3. .621S 9SS 75i rye four $3.6216@S3.75; Lwheat State ,s-.-@94o-; 1; amber, S000 corn, yellow. 49ci mixed States 49c
 PErRoIEuN-Refned. 7skoi crude 6Ao- WooL-State and Western IT, 46950ci \, 47@4Sc. medium, 60a61ci coarse, 4oo
 BOSTON MARKET
 FLOUR From S2S5@s3I5 for low and medium. to S410@S465 for choice Minnesota Corn. 54955Ise. for mixed and yellow. BUTTER - Common. 10c. 6914c.; Vermont dairy, 20922c. choice creamery, 229SOa CHKEsE-111S6D12c.
 .65@Sl.70
 HAY-Choice, S17.50@S1a
 CATTLE MARKEra
 BUFFALO - Cattle, good quality, s425a s4 60; hogs, fair to good, s4.759S4S5i besh SASS.
 EAST LIBERTY, PKSr.-Best cattle, s-@ =; medium to good, S-@s-i common to fair S-0S-: Hogs, Workers, &4.70i8 sAsO PhiladelphiAs, s5lO@S51A sheep S5.25CaS5.50. 13
Connecticut western news., 1885-04-01

when you visit or leave New York city ssvs baerara sIpreseAgs And SJ carriage hire, and stop At the Grand Union ltniel. opposite Grand Central depot.
 GU clcE1n rooms. nttcd up At cost of million do!lsrs, Si and upward perds European plan. lle ystlr. Restaurant supplied with thebeat Hope oata, stages aud elevated railroad Co nll dcpota tAmibaa live better for less m1nny Ht tho Grand Uni0n uuto than af other fr~t @lass hef ie the ptY.
 FoR SPECIAL RATES for .adyertisns in this pap,rr
Connecticut western news., 1885-04-01

LADIES of all ages who suffer from loss of Ap. petite, from imperfect digestion, low spirits and nervous debility, may have health renewed and life extended by the use of Mrs Lydia E. PinkbAm's remedies for all complaints spo- cialY incident Co tho female conAttntion.
Connecticut western news., 1885-04-01
"To tho good, night is not dark. "
Annnr.

CAp,an John Kimbsll, sailor, New London, Cosr,., writes s"i was taken with scysre palms in The small of my back in the rcron Of tho kidnersi had tho best medical attendance without enpe. riencnR any relief. l bought and used bottle of iiuNr's kidney and lAycrl REMEDY Four bot ties entirely cured me-
 Price si 2s sond for Pamphlet Of rostimoniAis
 HUNTS REMEDY CO.,, Providence. n l. C. N CRITIENTON. General Anenl New York.
Connecticut western news., 1885-04-01
"De friend to yourtelf, and otheri VIII"
EIrrntnn.

"I have been a pcycre sufferer with weakness Of the kidncya. and took a severe cold while on duty with the fire department. had terrible pains ln my back, and my water troubled me HuNTe lkidncy and Iiverl REMEDY completely cured me" III. A, Glass, Columbus, Ohio.
Connecticut western news., 1885-04-01

Is most distressing, not only % tho person at- aicted if he have any pride, but to those with whom he comes in contact 1t is a delicate matter to speak of, but it has parted not only friends but lovers Bad breath and ca tarrh are inseparable. Dr. Sages Catarrh Remedy cures the worst cases, as thousands can testify
Connecticut western news., 1885-04-01

Why spend money for doubtful affair, when a sure and reliable thing Is offered Hop Porous PldSters for all achos, pains and soreness The best. 25c.
Connecticut western news., 1885-04-01

q Organic weakness or loss of
 power in either sex, however induced, speed ily and permantly cured. Enclose throo let ter stamps for book of particulars. Worlds Dispepsarv Medical Association, Buffalo,
Connecticut western news., 1885-04-01
tsRourh on PnIn,II

Cures collie, cramps, diarrhna; externally for aches, pains, sprains, headache, neuralgia, rheumatism. For man or beast. 20 and 50c.
Connecticut western news., 1885-04-01
TONIC AND BITTER, IT IS UHEQUALLED IN RESULTS AND
 PERMANENT IN ITS CURE.
LIVING TESTIMONY.
Hlnchtnilth.

"Heylnr had occasion Co use a remedy for kid- ney troub es purchhsed bottle Of HuNT's tKid. ney and Liycri RrNEpY, and it completely cured mu-hayO no indigestion, and am hearty snd healthy for ono Of my years leah .-Js " wood bury, Blaektmiih, Manchester, N. II.
Connecticut western news., 1885-04-01
ImnprInnI.

TIE young ladies of the Ontario Ladies' College have organized two baseball clubs.
Connecticut western news., 1885-04-01

I FIND Ely's Cream Balm good for Catarrh of long standing.-M. N. Lasley 1884 West Chest nut Street, Louisville, Ky.
Connecticut western news., 1885-04-01
"smAll beginnings lead to large endinEa'
Carpenter.

sI was troubled with weakness Of the Kidneys. had Co pass my wnter as many aa htteen ume. during the night After having ueed the second bottle ot HunT'e kidney and lAvcrl kEnnnr found that all my trouble was Eono"-Ioseph V. Miller, Carpenter, Nenla, Ohio.
Connecticut western news., 1885-04-01
Thin People,
Iipon Thou.andn.

''Wells' Health Remover" restores health and vigor cures Dyspepsia, Impotence, Sexual De- biity. $I.
Connecticut western news., 1885-04-01

IF afflicted with sore eyes use Dr. Isaac Thonpson's Eye Water. Druggists sell it. 25c
Connecticut western news., 1885-04-01
"Rouxh on CoHElls.'

! Ask for "Rough on Coughs for Coughs, Colds, Sore Throat, HoarHeness Troches, l5c.
 | Iiuuid 25o
Connecticut western news., 1885-04-01

CHARTERS have been granted to build q rail road from pensAoola, Fla, to Memphis.
Connecticut western news., 1885-04-01
MENsM1N's PEProNzED BEKr TONIC ths onl

DRUNKENNEss say the official returns, is de- creasing in England.
Connecticut western news., 1885-04-01

A TwELvE-YEAR-oLD tramp is working in the city chain gang at Santa Cruz Cal
Connecticut western news., 1885-04-01
Hoods SarsapariIIa
100 Doses One Dollar

Sold by all druggists. s1; sin for ss. Made only ! 0. l. HOOD CO. ApotheeArien. Lowen Mass.
Connecticut western news., 1885-04-01
An Onensiye Breath

AvERMoxr individual claims to have hen thirty-nine years old
Connecticut western news., 1885-04-01

IT IS DANGEROUS to tamper with irritating liquids and exciting Enuifs. Use Ely's Cream Balm, which is safe and pleasant and is easily applied with the fuger. It cures the worst cases of Catarrh, Cold in the Head and Hay Fever, giving relief from the first application. All druggists have it. Price 50 cents. By mail 60 cents. Ely Bros, Owego. N. Y.
Connecticut western news., 1885-04-01

A PETmFIED baby was recently discovered in Texas
Connecticut western news., 1885-04-01

If you are failing; broken, worn out and ner- vous, use .eWels' Health Renewer." Sl. Dgsts.
Connecticut western news., 1885-04-01
100 Doses One Dollar

Sold by all druggists. Sl s1 for s5. Made only by c. I. HOOD & co, Apothsoares, Lowell. Mass.
Connecticut western news., 1885-04-01

The propyietors of the world renowned Carboline-the natural Hair Restorer-neycr put up less than 1000 gallons at a time. This gives but m idea of its immense demand.
Connecticut western news., 1885-04-01
WASHINGTON NOTES.

The Executive Committee charged with the arrangements for the inauguration of President Cleveland held final meeting and closed their accounts. The expenses of the in. auguratlon ceremonies were in round numbers $46, 800, and the receipts from ball tickets, privileges, sale of lumber, etc., $46, GOO, leay- ing deficit of only about $500. The commit tee will therefore be able to return nearly the whole of the guarantee fund subscribed by in- diyiduals.
 The Senate in executive session on Wed. nesday confirmed the following nominations: Samuel s. Cox to be Minister to Turkey; Henry L. Muldrow to be Assistant Secretary of the Interior; William A. J. Sparks to be Commis- sioner of the General Land Office.
 The President signed the commissions of Messrs. Phelps, McLane, Pendleton and Jack son to be Ministers Plenipotentiary to Eng land, France, Germany and Mexico respec- lively.
 The President sent the following nonnina- tions to the Senate on Tuesday:-Henry U. Muldrow, of Mississippi, to be Assistant Secre- tary of the Interior; William A. J. Sparks, of Illinois, to be Commissioner of the General Land Office; Daniel McConvilIe, Of Ohio, to De Auditor cf the Treasury for the Post Office department. To be Collectors of Customs Francis B. Torrey, of Maine, district of Bath, me.; John F. Donworth, of Maine, district of Aroostook, Me.
 The Union Pacific company made claim for an allowance of $500, 900 for shrinkaQe in the value of materials on hand in settling it's accounts with the Government. Secretary Lamar refused t0 allow the claim.
Connecticut western news., 1885-04-01

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