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Connecticut western news., 1886-10-06
"OUR FARMER JACK"
Unfque Obituary of m Iowa Farmer who
 Loved His Fellow.men.

One of our farmers died the other day who had peculiar place in the liking of many a neighbor. He was known ln the family to which he belonged as "Ou Jack" Nobody gave him "John." It would have seemed like putting up a fence between him and his friends to have used such ceremony as giving him either his full name or h1s right name. Jack was known far and near. A royal fellow he was. His like in many ways was not easily come across. It seemed as if away back in some of the family strains from which he was descended his antetype had existed, and nature through some freak reproduced Jack with oldfashioned peculiarities that were noticeable because they differed so much from most folks. Jack was fully thirty before he became of age. He was great big, open handed open hearted, generous soul, helping this one to good turn and better mood and that one to a good turn and more hope, keeping the laugh going and provoking the mirth by droll remarks and apt illustrations. It elevates to lend helping hand. The Iowa farmer is generally thrifty m,n. Jack delighted far more in helping somebody than in looking out for him self. It seemed as if there was need of neighborhood factor, free from selfish ness, defiant of care, receptacle of general complaint, and physician for imaginary ills. Jack filled the want. A neighbor frightened up mile off if he saw him coming. and after he parted from Jack he felt light-hearted for a whole day. After coming to the last years of his teens he noticed that Abra- ham Lincoln seemed in most need of help, and as much to keep old Abe easy in his mind and hopeful as anythin 2 else, Jack joined the First Iowa Cay airy with other farmer boys. He returned with broken health, but with all his humor in full life. The neighbors thought Jack would turn his attention now to money making, as all with whom he associated were of that turn of mind, but his flow of hlmor, his liking to do others good turns-and of others to have him-absorbed him until he met Mary and took her to church and they ! were man and wife. Then he turned to property getting and was getting it fast, | but, alas, his army life followed him. Calls had been made On the boy that the man had to pay, and last week he paid the full demands with his life. Mary and her two boys miss Jack wofully
 We all miss hlm. There are sore hearts l for Jack.
Connecticut western news., 1886-10-06
Volcanic Eruption in Alaska.

SAN FRANcIsco, Oct. l. 18S6.-A letter writ ten under date Kodiak, Alaska, September 16, says:-'"The volcanic peak, Pabloff Mountain,
 three hundred miles southwest of Kodiak, on the Alaska Peninsula, is in state of eruption
 Slight falls of volcanic dust resembling emery powder, have been observed. Captain Curry, of the schooner Kodiak, reports that on Au- gust 12, when one hundred miles from the vol cano, his vessel was enveloped in black cloud
 The darkness was so great that lamps were kept burning from 10 a. m. until 3 p. m. At the same time black dust fell upon the deck to lhe depth of several inches. Captain Abbey, of the United States steamer Corwin, which arrived here August 21, brought samples of the dust, and reported having heard noise like thunder while passing near the volcanic region. No earthquake shocks have been re- ported thus far in connection with the out bgeak. '
Connecticut western news., 1886-10-06
AGAINST IMPORTED LABOR.
The Conflict Opened by District
 Assembly 80, Knights of Labor.

BOSTON, MASS, Sept 29, 1SS6-The Knighta of Labor in this vicinity have taken up the fight against the importation of people to work under contract for a series of years and will help enforce the law with the full power of their organization. The brick makers employ ed by the Bay State Brick Company, of North Cambridge, have made it practice for some years of importing workmen from Canada, in some instances letting employees who had worked previous seasons go and putting on the new recruits from the upper provinces. The matter was brought to the attention of the Executive Board of District 30, Knights of Labor, and it decided to authorize James H. Stillman, one of its members, to bring suit against the brick company. Accordingly he has worked up the evidence and ascertained that about sixty men, mostly French Canadians, had been hired there. He obtained also the rate ofwages and the details of all bargains which were made in that foreign country. All the evidence and all matters connected with the case have been lodged in the hands of United States District Attorney Stearns, who will take up the case immediately.
Connecticut western news., 1886-10-06
TORTURED CHILDREN.
Alleged Barbarous Treatment of Two Little Girls by an Uncle and Aunt,

SYRACUSE, N. r., Oct ?, 1ss6.-Mrs. M. J. Hall, of San Francisco, reached here last even- ing with her two grandchildren Gertie and Lily Walsh, whom she is taking to their mother in New York. Mrs. Hall applied at the County Poorhouse for pass to help her on her way. She said that the mother of the children, who are about eight and twelve years old respect. lively, went to New York some six years ago to prepare for the concert stage. The children were left with the grandmother. Two years later Walsh, who had been in Colorado, put the children in care of his brother Lawrence, at Manso, Iowa. He then went to New Mexico where he is said to have been killed by the h. dians.
 Mrs. Hall says that the children were beaten terribly by their aunt and uncle. Their food for days at a time restricted to raw pota- toes. Gertie, it is charged, was frequently tied to bed post by her uncle, stripped naked and beaten with rawhide until she bled. At other times he would tie the girl near table filled with tempting food. He would tear the children's hair out by the handful. They were kept for days at Q time in the cellar. In the coldest weather they slept on bed of straw and had clothes of the scantiest description
 Mrs. Hall says that the children were finally rescued by neighbors, and the aunt and uncle were imprisoned for their barbarous treat ment. Mrs, Hall started with them on pass to Utica, whence they will proceed to New York. The children corroborate their grand mothers story.
Connecticut western news., 1886-10-06
South African Gold Discoveries.

The gold fever that has laid hold upon South Africa threatens to rival Ill it's heat and intensity the earlier days of the Aus tralian and Californian gold fields. Every mail b. ings the news of fresh ''rushes. Tn addition to the established fields of the Iransvaal, god appears to have been found at Witwatersrand and in the Hei delberg and Waterberg districts of that Repub ic. Discoveries are also reported in the reserve territory of Zululand near the Natal border, in distant Amaswazi- land Ca native State east of the Trans vaal now being slowly "eaten up" by the Boer), in the kuysna district of the Cape Colony, and even in the Orange free State. Such a lurng miners names as "Queen of Sheba Roof" ''The Wheel of Fortune," and others, are upon the tongues of every one, and speculation grows rampant. It is to be said, to the credit of South African newspapers, that they are warning their neiehbors to ex- ercise caution. It is pointed out that of six thousand people now in tie Trans vaal gold fields only small proportion are earning wages, and many will return to die of starvation on the road. It is a characteristic of south African gold that it is usually found in quartz reef, and powerful crushing machinery is there fore demanded for its extraction. The new tie ds consequently are not likely to afford great facilities to the small digger who works his own claim. -St. JGmes's Gdzette.
 Didn't Need It. "You know the new catcher of the baseball nine!"
 "Yes"
 "Saw him down at the doctors office the other day'
 What was he there for?"
 ''Getting vacc natcd."
 "Vaccinated-why great heavens !! What does he want to get vaccinated for2 He'd never catch anything in a hundred years. o-MerchAnt- Zrureksr.
Connecticut western news., 1886-10-06
INDIANS ON THE WAR PATH.
Startling RumoPs from the Great Northwest-A Large Body on the Trail,

CROW CREEK AGENCY, M. T., Sept. 27, 1856. There are 800 Blood Indians now on the war path, raiding everything on this side of the line in revenge for the killing of six of their number by the Gros Ventres bands. They have been in the Judith basin recently; in fact, they are all over the country. Stealing horses seems to be their principle pastime, and it would seem if 1t were a successful one. Un- less some stringent measures arc taken, and that at once, we will be in the same condition we were ten years ago-at their mercy away from the settlements.
 An officer of the first cavalry said a few weeks ago that when the order came directing one troop from Maginnis to move to Assiniboine rumors of India raids commenced to pour in- to the commanding officer at Fort Maginnis, and the opinion was expressed that but for the movement of the cavalry there would have been no such rumors. This every one knows is bosh. That the Indians have been in large numbers all over Northern Montana and the Judith basin during the summer and that horses have been stolen in large numbers can not be doubted. So far they have received no permanent check, and the raids continued near the vicinity of the grass hills.
Connecticut western news., 1886-10-06
Something About Catarrh.

great many people are afflicted with Ca. tarrh who do not know what ails them; and a great many more continue sufferers who might be cured.
 Thickening of the membrane which lines the nasal passages, thus making breathing diffi- cult; discharge from the nostris, more or less copious, watery or thick, according to the stage of the disease a sense of fullness in the head; g constant inclination to spit; and, in advanced cases, dropping of intensely dis gusting matter into the throat, are few of the !. prominent symptoms of Catarrh.
 Deafness, inflamed eyes, neuralgic pains sore throat and a loss of sense of smell, are very often caused by Catarrh.
 All these tr roubles are cured by Piso's Reme. dy for Catarrh, Relief is had immediately after beginning it's use, but it is important that it be continued without intermission until the catarrhal virus is expelled from the system and healthy secretions replace the diseased action of the mucous membrane. Manifestly it is unreasonable to expect cure in a short time of a disease that has been progressing for months or years.
 This question of time is provided for in the putting up of Piso's Remedy for Catarrh. It is SO concentrated that a very small dose is directed. The quantity in one package is suf- fcient for long treatment, consequently the expense is mere trife, and there is no excuse for neglect nor reason for it but forgetfulness.
 cold in the head is relieved by an applica- cation of Pso's Remedy for Catarrh. The comfort to be got from it in this way is worth many times the cost.
 The following letters are specimens of those received every day, testifying to the worth of Piso's Remedy for Catarrh:
 ALLEGHENY, Pa. Sept, %, 1885. Piso's Remedy for Catarrh is doing wonders for me- believe it will cure any case of Ca- tarrh if used according to directions. MRS. F. JOHNSON, 49 E, Diamond St
Connecticut western news., 1886-10-06
Accused of Conspiracy.

PITTSBURGH, Sept 2-Mrs. Ella T. Hough and Margaret A. White, sisters, and Edward their homes in Fayette City, Pa, charged with forming conspiracy to place their brother, William H: Todd. in an insane asylum in order to deprive him of his patrimony in an estate Jalued at 2,50O GOO. MT. Todd is a river pilot, about forty years old and has spent most of his life following his occupation in the lower rivers. He alleges that because he married against their will the defendants had him con- fined in Dlxmont Asylum for six months on a false charge of insanity. The officers of the institution, taking an interest in his case, had him examined by the Board of Managers. who declared him sane and ordered his release, The defendants were held in $500 bail each, and preliminary hearing will be given on Monday.
Connecticut western news., 1886-10-06
In Court.

''You saw the prisoner when he fired the shots?'
 ''Yes, saw him."
 'Hoy far were you from him?" ''When he fired the first shot I was about five paces oif.'
 And when he fired the second?" About five hundred yards. .'Judgs.
Connecticut western news., 1886-10-06
THE BELGIAN STRIKERS,
A Severe Sentence Reversed on Ap- peal and New Hearing Granted.

had before it the important case of Oscar Falleur and Schmidt, the popular glass work ingmen, whose condemnation last month to twenty years of penal servitude for the al- leged instigation of the Chareroi strike out rages in March caused such irritation among all the workingmen and led them to clamor for amnesty as we'll as universal suffrage on the occasion of the great demonstration of August 15. The Advocate General agrees with the counsel for the defence that the sentence of the Mons tribunal is invalid on technical grounds. The court will give judgment to- morrow. It will certainly quash the Mons sentence and order fresh hearing before an- other court-which will give great satisfaction to the working classes
Connecticut western news., 1886-10-06
Cashier Hedden Pardoned.

TRENTON, N. J., Oct 2.-James A. Hedden, who, while Cashier of the First National Bank of Newark, wrecked the institution, was par doned by President Cleveland. His term of five years in the State prison expired on Sept. 27, and he was serving thirty extra days, the penalty of non-payment of costs of court, which in his case amounted to $500. The ar rival of the pardon was surprise to Hedden, as he had given up all hopes in that direction. It restores him to the rights of citizenship, and his intention, it is understood, is to go West and start life anew.
Connecticut western news., 1886-10-06
A Fight With Socialists.

LERs1c, Sept. 2S.-Four hundred Socialists to-day made demonstration by marching through the streets with the expelled Socialist leader SchumanE at their head, waving red flags and denouncing the Government. The police attacked the procession, and attempted to capture the red flags. The Socialists beat the officers back after stubborn fight, in which many on both sides were wounded. The police were re-enforced and returned. This time they succeeded in dispensing the Social. ists, capturing seven men.
Connecticut western news., 1886-10-06
His Wish ReciprOcated.

s'Do you know, Miss Cutter, said MT. Yorely, "that have predilection for looking back?"
 ''Just like pa, when he failed. He kept looking back all the time; he was so afraid the sheriff was after him."
 'No, no! you mistake me. l mean looking back into the past-reverting to the days of our forefathers, hundred years ago. I sometimes wish had lived in those days"
 'I'm sure wish you had, MT. Yorely.' - -Yonkers Gazette.
Connecticut western news., 1886-10-06
Estimated Reduction of Public Debt

The reduction of the public debt for the month of September was 1O,627, ,013. An esti- mate has been made that at the close of the pre- sent administration the reduction of the out standing interest bearing debt will be such as to bring the amount below S1, ,00O, 100000. To do this, besides the $9O, ,OOO OOO to be provided for the sinking fund in the next two fiscal years pended in bonds. If this is done, the record will show that in ten years-from 1879 to 1889 the public debt was feduced in round numbers over $1 OOO, GOO OOO.
Connecticut western news., 1886-10-06
Fighting a Burglar.

AKRON, Oct. 9, 1sS6.--Bradford w. Skinner, wealthy farmer of Talmadge township, was awakened last night by noise occasioned by the operations of burglar in the next room He jumped out of bed, picked up rusty old shotgun and stole quietly into the room where the thief was at work.
 A desperate struggle ensued during which the farmer broke the gun over the head of the burglar. The later then retreated to a corner of the apartment and, placing his back against the wall, opened fire on the farmer, who was struck several times, sustaining sefere and pro- bably fatal injuries. The burglar made his escape
Connecticut western news., 1886-10-06
Gold in the Treasury.

WASHINGTON, Oct. 1.-The total gold coin and bullion in the Treasury September 30 was $242 609, ,O1S as compared with $234, 430, ,635 on the 31st of the previous month The net gold in the Treasury, after deducting gold certifi- cates in Treasury, cash and in circulation Sept. 30 was $157, ,917,211 compared with $751; 732 289 on the 31st of the previous month.
Connecticut western news., 1886-10-06
IRISH DISTRESS.
Unemployed Workmen Clamoring for Work-Moonlighte Com mitted for Trial.

DUBLIN, Sept. 30, 1SS6.-A body of uneln- ployed workmen appeared before the Board of Guardians at Cork to-day, and clamored for work. They said they were in deplorable condition; that the nationalists had done noth- ing for them, and that, but for the Defence Union, they would have fared even worse than they had. The Board of Guardians were un- able to assist them.
 In Kerry to-day five moonligters were com- nlitted for trial.
 The municipal authorities of Waterford have appointed five Councillors to wait upon Mir. Gladstone at Hawarden, on Wednesday next, and present him with the freedom of Waterfront
Connecticut western news., 1886-10-06
Decline in Real Estate.

Landlord (to stranger.)-The proper ty is worth $35, 900. I wouldn't take less.
 Stranger-I don't want to buy. am only the tax assessor.
 Landlord.-Oh, l beg your pardon. I should consider myself very fovtsnete man If I could get +, 900 for '.
Connecticut western news., 1886-10-06
Another Respite for SprOule.

WASHINGTON Oct. 1.-The Secretary of State is officially informed that the Canadian au- thorities, having learned that further repre- sentations in behalf of Sproule, the American convicted of murder in British Columbia, were on their way from the Department of State to London, have again respited him until Oct. 29. He was to have been executed to-day.
Connecticut western news., 1886-10-06
NO ASSESSMENTS.

Anyone insuring therefore for the current Eear will only be required to pay cash pre- mium, which will cover all liability. !. In case of loss it is provided in the charter that If 1t cannot be amicably adjusted, it shall De referred to two disinterested persons, one to be chosen by each party, and if they cannot agree, they shall choose third, and the de cision thus rendered shall be final.
 Information and circulars may be obtained by addressing
Connecticut western news., 1886-10-06

SPRING HILL, w. Va, Oct. 20, 1885. Enclosed find one dollar for two packages of Pisos Remedy for Catarrh. The sample package, received in June, gave perfect satis- faction. GILL MESSER.
Connecticut western news., 1886-10-06

[ Mr. Fueger, 6oo Walnut Street, St. Louis Mo. suffered for two years with lumbago and was confined to his bed for severa months. He was entirely cured by the use O St. Jacobs Oil, which he says is also the bes cure for sprains and all ot her pains.
Connecticut western news., 1886-10-06

Mrs. F. w. Ingham, 472 w. Madison street, Chicago, H., recommends Red Star Cough Cure, a few doses of which gave her entire re- lief from violent cold. Price. 25 cents.
 A passenger on a Kansas train was found to be stone dead, sitting bolt upright in his seat. It was at first supposed he had been talked to death, until it was positively proven that there was not commtrcial traveller on the train. Then it was called heart disease.
Connecticut western news., 1886-10-06

 have used a little over half package of Piso's Remedy for Catarrh, and it has helped me more than any of the different medicines have used. feel confident that it will cure me. l can and do recommend it to others who are troubled with that disease.
Connecticut western news., 1886-10-06

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Connecticut western news., 1886-10-06
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 If the Liver be- DII c comes torpid, if the II--os | bowels are constipated, or if the stomach fails to perform its functions properly, use Ayers Pills. They are invaluable.
 For some years was avictim to Liver Complaint, in consequence of which l suffered from General Debility and 1ndi- gestion. A few boxes of Ayers Pills restored me to perfect health. w. T. Brightney, Henderson, w. Va.
 For years I have relied more upon Ayers Pills than anything else, to
 Regulate my bowels These Pills are mild in &C., ton, and do their work thoroughly. l have used them, with good effect, in cases of Rheumatism and Dyspepsia. G. F. Miller, Attleborough, Mass.
 Ayers Pills cured me of Stomach and Liver troubles, from which 1 had suffered for years. consider them the best pills made, and would not be without them. Morris Gates, Townsville, N. Y.
 was attacked with Bilious Fever, which was followed by Jaundice, and was so dangerously ill that my friends despaired of my recovery. commenced taking Ayers Pills, and soon regained my customary strength and vigor.- John C. Pattison, Lowell, Nebraska.
 Last spring I suffered greatly from troublesome humor on my side. In spite of every effort to cure this eruption, 1t in- creased until the flesh became entirely raw. I was troubled, at the same time, with Indigestion, and distressing pains in
 The Bowels.
 By the advice of a friend began taking Ayers Pills. In short time was free from pain, my food digested properly, the sores on my body commenced healing, and, in less than one month, was cured. Samuel D. White, Atlanta, Ga.
 I have long used Ayers Pills, in my family, and believe them to be the best pills made.-S. c. Darden, Darden, Miss. My wife and little girl were taken with Dysentery few days ago, and at once began giving them small doses of Ayers Pills, thinking would call doctor if the disease became any worse. In a short time the bloody discharges stopped, all pain went away, and health was restored. Theodore Esling, Richmond, Va.
 Ayers Pills, Prepared by Dr. J. c. Aver S Co.,, Lowell, Mass.
 Sold by all Dealers in Medicine.
Connecticut western news., 1886-10-06
Uudoubted Blessing.

If afflicted with sore eyes use Dr. Isaac Thomp- sons Eye water. Druggists sell at 25c per bottle
Connecticut western news., 1886-10-06
Weak and Weary

Describes the condition of many people who are do blitated by the recent warm weather or by hard work You may be weak and tired in the morning. without ppetite and without energy If so, you need Hoods Sarsaparilla 10 build up and strengthen your bo iy purify and quicken the sluggish blood and restore the lost appetite. This peculiar medi cine will do you good.
 "Iwas almost completely run down, and was for four years under medical treatment, being given up to die by physicians. lhave never taken anything which gave mo as much benefit as Hoods sarsa- parilla which restored me to health and vigor recommend it to any invalid whose system IS pros trated It will rebuild the sy stem and give new lite" -NELIA NOBLE Peoria, III.
 "During the summer months l have been some what debilitat d or run down. Ihave taken Hood'a Sarsaparilla, whi h gave me new Vgor and restored me to my wonted health and strength.'-WA H. CLouGH Tilton N. II.
 Hoods SarSaparilla Sold by all druggists. sl; six for S Prepared only by c. l. HOOD CO, Apothecaries, Lowell Mass-
Connecticut western news., 1886-10-06

Pike's Peak, Col, has been climbed by 1,259
Connecticut western news., 1886-10-06

;. The Company was chartered by the legisla. ture of Connecticut, in 1880, and has been do- nng business for six years
 It hes fully met the object of it's organize tlon, and in each year, although the losses have been Sany and great, paid them all in | he.plan of insuring with . cash premium alone was adopted in 1884 (no note being re- quiredD, and it has proved satisfactory and successful to all,-there can be
Connecticut western news., 1886-10-06

LYMAN CUNNING, President
 FREDERICK BRONSON, vice-President 2. B. HARDENBERGH. Treasurer. CHARLES Fl. BRIGGS, Secretary HOWARD s. ROBERTS, General Agent