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Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-11-21
A CASE WITH A HISTORY.
William Henry Browns Connection With the Firm of Brown & Brothers-A Note
 for SI25, 900 Given Under Suspicious

William Henry Browns Connection With the Firm of Brown & Brothers-A Note for SI25,0oO Given Under Suspicious Circumstances.
 The celebrated case of the trustees of Brown & Brothers vs William Henry Brown, executor of the estate of Philo Brown, occupied the attention of Judge Fenn in the superior court to-day.
 The case is one having a long and in- terssting history. Philo Brown was the leading spirit in the firm of Brown & Brothers and from 1867 until his death in 1880 acted as president and treasurer of the corporation. William H. Brown was general agent with headquarters in New York. The company did it's banking business with the Shoe and Leather bank and the Loan Indemnity company of New York. Besides managing the New York business of Brown and Brothers, William H. Brown did private business for his father and was a1- so engaged in individual speculations, in 1 all of which capacities he had an account with the Shoe and Leather bank and the Loan Indemnity company. In order to avoid confusion the Shoe and Leather bank insisted upon all the deposits being entered under the name of William H. Brown, agent.
 About ten years ago the firm began to lose ground Things went from bad to worse and the company's account with the Shoe and Leather bank was found over drawn about $75 ,000 by William II. Brown acting, he claims, as agent. The matter was jealously kept from the ears of the public and Philo Brown gave his note fol S125, ,00O in payment of deficiency and to put the company on its feet again.
 Upon the death of his father William H. Brown was appointed president ard treasurer of the company in 1880. The business of the company was almost gone and in order to stem the tide of desastel it is claimed he raised all the money he was able amounting to over $1O0,O00, fol the benefit of the corporation.
 About this time loud grumblings were heard from the stockholders and in 1SSE such pressure was brought to bear upo1 Mir Brown that he resigned his position a head of the company. It was claimed tha he was an embeZzler and he was threatened with arrest.
 MT Brown has kept we'll out of Connec ticut since the company collapsed, not car ing to borrow trouble, although he claim to be entirely innocent of any wrong. was surprise to many to see him in tn witness stand this morning. He ha brop ght with him trunks full of papers vouchers and check stubs to show that hl bandling of the funds of Brown & Brother was entirely separate from his own bus
 ness transactions and that the amour
 overdrawn was due to losses of the con
 pany for which he was not responsible He claims that the note of Philo Brown t
 Brown x Brothers was paid and that th u company owed his father $25, 900 at tt . time of his death.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-11-21
Bob Vance of Connecticut.

In speaking of congressman who will not return to Washington the New York World says Bob Vance of Connecticut will be re- membered most for the fiery redness of his hair. He has ayouthful appearance and looks like mers boy as he strolls about through the house cracking jokes with the members, who invariably enjoy them. Mir Vance is one of the most incor- rigib!e practical jokers in the house, ss Major Martin of Texas we'll knows; but when he set himself to have the wood screws and other industries of his district protected by the Mills bill he s'got there just the same."
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-11-21
YOU RELIEVE IT, DON'T YOU?
That Very Good Fsiend IS the Dolla


 Dollars and cents are what keep the wheel of trade revolving, and struggle for cash is the conception and aim of nearly every enterprise. We all want to make, and the more we save we have. Save wherever you can and you can save money by buying yQGr clothing from the man ufacturer. We wiA cell you fine ready made clothing at 10 per cent aeoye the cost to manufacture. Call and examine our goods and prices. You will find us the most reliable and cheapest clothing house in the state of Connecticut. We will sell you an all wool oyercost, silk or satin faced, for $9.10. We will sea you an all wool suit for S9.S0. Ask to see our all wool pants for $2.2O. In boys and children's clothing we will not be under sold. Satisfaction guaranteed or money re- funded.
 Hirsh's Ten Per Gent One Price Clothing O.. 135d Bank street,
 We manufacture all our own clothing. Factories 43 North Third street and 368 Market street, Philadelphia, Pa.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-11-21
Is HE FRANK BGTE ?
A Letter From Hoboken in Relation to
 the Cooper Murder.

Constable Hayes of Portland, who has become quite prominent during the past week from the fact that he captured and had in charge the murderer Cooper, of Portland, was the recipient of a letter written from 194 First sh eet, Hoboken, N. J., by lady inquiring as to the des- cription of the murderer, Cooper. In ac- cordancs with the request, Constable Hayes sent description of Cooper and yesterday received another letter that is very inter esting at this time. The letter goes to state that the description of the murderer tallies exactly with that of her husband who ran away and left her over year ago. His name was Frank Both, and he was a harness maker by trade. She traced him to Hartford aud then all track of him was lost
 Whether or not Cooper is going under an alias or that his proper name is Both is not yet known, but steps will be taken to as certain where he came from. The letter states that he was German, while Cooper claims to be an Englishman. Cooper married the woman he murdered in Hart ford. and it seems rather peculiar that he should be in Hartford, and answer the ex act description of Frank Both and follow the same trade.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-11-21
WORLD OF SPORTS.

The polo season opened Mondaynight, the Bridgeports defeating the New Ravens by the score of to while the Hartfords de- feated the Springfelds 6 to l.
 The belt which was presented by George Wilkes to Tom Savers after his fight with Heenan in 1860 is now offered for sale in London.
 Godfrey says he is perfectly willing to meet Dempsey. What Dempsey can do with man of Godfrey's weight remains to be seen.
 The Interstate polo league, composed oi clubs in Hartford, Springfield, Meriden Bridgeport and New Haven, is the only polo organization now in existence in the country.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-11-21
The Amphion club will give musicale" at their rooms this evening.
FIFTY YEARS AGO.
The Fair Journal Tells of Catholicity's
 Growth in Waterbury.

The Fair Journal Tells of Catholicity's
 Growth in Waterbury.
 Copies of the Fair Journal, seven num- bers of which were published since the opening of the Immaculate Conception fair, under direction of Rev Father O'Don- nell, are in great demand. The paper has been flattering success and the numbers containing early Catholic recollections have been read with especial interest and ale valuable as souvenirs Yesterdays issue con tained an interesting article from the pen of Timothy +. Neville of New York, a former Waterbury boy, and the first child born in this town of Irish parents. The boys of to-day will be surprised to learn of an attempt that was made fifty years ago to drive the handful of Irish pioneers who settled here out of Waterbury. MT Neville says:
 About 1889, a movement was started by some bad fellows to drive the Irish out of town. It was headed by one Dave Mix. The cause of the opposition was jealousy against Irishmen taking the place ot native born workmen. The plan was to | sack fathers house and drive him away, and then force the others to follow. Father was then at work for Brown & Elton, at the out east factory Rear his house. The day the sacking was to take place MT. Elton came to father and asked | llm II he nau neaTu or lue luIouucu He replied that he had, and that he ano other Irishmen in town were going to be al his house that night and defend themselves to the best of their ability.
 MT. Elton applauded this resolution, anC asked how many men he could muster anc whether they could defend themselye: with arms if necessary, and if so he would supply the arms. Father readily accepted the offer, and said he could muster abou forty men, That afternoon forty stand O arms were sent by MT. John P. Elton tC fathers house.
 That evening about o'clock a crowt gathered about the house. After some consultation, Mix. the leader, came to the door, called for father and asked for ligh for his pipe. Father invited him in to talk light from the fire on the hearth. Mi came in, and saw the men sitting around the kitchen, each with a musket in hi l hand.
 After lighting his pipe, father accom- panied him to the door and quietly said t him, Dave, you see we are ready for you I advise you to go out and tell your me- we arc prepared to defend ourselves, an that they had better go home and let Il alone" Mix followed his advice. Tn crowd soon dispersed, and no other al tempt was made to drive Irishmen out c Waterbury.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-11-21
MERRY WEDDING BELLS.
P. J. Bolan and Miss Maria c. Seery
 Married This Morning.

Married This Morning
 The marriage of P. J. Bolan of the firm of D. B. Wilson GI Co, to Miss Maria C. Seerv, daughter of MT and Mrs Thomas H. Seery of No 21 Waterville road, was solemnized by the Rev J. A, Mulcahy at the church of the Immaculate Conception this morning at 9 o'clock in the presence of a large number of friends and relatives of the parties. Miss Katie Seery, sister of the bride and William T. Walsh assisted 1 in the capacity of bridesmaid and grooms man. The bride was attired in lovely 1 costume of cream colored moire and lace l with orange blossoms. The bridesmaid s costume was of cream colored cashmere l The ushers were Edward Seery and John | H. Kilduff. After the ceremony recep- tion was rendered the immediate friends of MT and Mrs Bolan at the home of the brides parents. Included among the large num- Der of handsome gifts were the following: Gold watch, chain and charm, from the groom to the bride: MT and Mrs Thomas H. Seery, antique oak chamber suit: MT and Mrs P. H. Seery. willow chair and brass table Edward L. Seery, oak bookcase ; Miss Kate T. Seery, blanket and placque; Nil and Mrs Thomas Hayes, silver dinner set; MT and Mrs John D. Bolan, lamp, Mr and Mrs James H. McGuinness, clock; MT and | Mrs 5. J. Brady, steel engraving; MT ana Mrs N. Malloy, steel engraving; NIT and Mrs Thomas Seery. Singer sewing machine MT and Mrs E. G. Kildutf, bronze statuary Mir and Mrs T. F. Judson, silver spoons and sugar tongs; Mir and Mrs D. B. Wilson, plush chair and foot rest; Mir and Mrs 10. NJ. Wilson, silver fish knife and fork; Mr and Mrs James H. Bolan, table linen w. T. Walsh, steel engraving J. H. Kilduff, silver fruit dish T. F. Jackson's gentlemen clerks, etching Miss Quinlan, chair Mrs Rourke, ,statuary MT and Mrs Dalton, toilet set Mir and Mrs McManus, siiver knives and forks Miss Ethel Wilson, doylies Misses Keneberry and King, steel engraving Mrs Hattie Kingslow, peacLb,ow vases Miss Mary McEvoy. silver molasses cup and tray
 Mrs and Miss Shanley, statuary ; Johr Price, ball stand Mrs Callan, clock Mis: Mary Collins, toilet set . Miss Julia Ken naugh, statuary Mir and Mrs kildnf. oak table Rev A. Mulcahy, silver fruitdish Miss Annie Malloy, match receiver. The young couple left on the 1l:40 a. m. trail lover the Meriden, Waterbury and Connec ticut River road for wedding trip to Bal timore and Philadelphia
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-11-21
JACK THE RIPPER AGAIN 1.

Doing His Horrible Work in Broad Day
 light-Another Tragedy in the White
 chapel District.
 NEW YORK, Nov 21.-A startling report comes from London to the effect that Jack the Ripper has begun to do his deadly work in broad daylight. Another murder is said to have taken place in the White chapel district at 9 o'clock this morning. The fellow attacked a woman iu the street, cutting frightful gash in her throat. The woman raised an alarm aud three men started in pursuit, but the murderer easily eluded his pursuers and disappeared from sight. The description of tho man given those who started in pursuit shows him to have been tall of stature, rather straight with light mustache. He was apparent ly we'll dressed. The name of his victim, who was an abandoned woman, was Far mer.
 Later reports from London threw doubt on the truth of the first report A reign of terror, at any rate seems to exist in the neighborhood oi Whitechapel.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-11-21
Negligent Policemen.

Doorman John H. Porter and William Heard of the Bridgeport police force were esch fined five days pay by the board of police commissioners for neglecting to feed two children who were locked up in 8 cell nearly 4S hours without food. The officers claim they did not know the chil- dren Were there although the rules require they make the rqnnds of the cell rooms once each hour.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-11-21
PULLED OUT ITS ONGUE.
Prosecuting Agent Sawyer's Case in
 Barkhamstead,

State Agent Thrall of the Connecticut Humane society was in Meliden Saturday and had Prosecuting Agent Sawyer draw up papers for the arrest and prosecution of one James B. Healy of Barkhampstead, for abusing horse. The animal baked, and he tied rope to it's tongue and pulled it out so that it hung by a mere shred. He sewed it up later, but it mortified and he Everybody is afraid of the man up in Barkhampstead, for some reason or other
 and thssefoFe Mr Sawyer was employed
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-11-21
The advertiser" to Change Hands. S;

The Advertiser , a daily morning paper published in Shelton for some time past by different parties, at present by Messrs Pavey & Curry, is about to change hands again. This time it will be run by a joint stock company, which viii be organ izel inside of week with a capital Of Sl0,000. Since the paper came under the management of D. c. Pavey it has been much improved in both its local and edi- torial departments. MT Pavey will continue as editor
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-11-21
ADJUSTMENTS.
"Dan DarCy.'

When an actor once establishes foot hold in Waterbury he can invariably count on a good house every time he comes. James c. Roach has only visited here once, but the presentation of his splendid con ception of a true born Irishman as pictured in hls own play "Dan Darcy" will not so easily be forgotten, and his return here next Friday evening at the opera house will unquestionably be marked by sub stantial patronage. Manager J. NJ. Hills new star, James Connor Roach, made his first appearance before Buffalo audience last evening, in the Lew Irish American play, "Dau Darcy," and was greeted by a good sized audience. The scenes are laid in Trenton, New Jersey ,and New York, and the play is thoroughly American in story and incident, but the leading character "Dan Darcy" is that of "a fine old Irish gentleman" who is delightfully."- portrayed by MT Roach. "Dan" is a man of intelli- gence, true hearted, with kindly wit, yet full of spirit and courage and able to de fend himself bravely in any emergency whether the encounter be one of words o1 of fists. He has been happily described as sort of Irish Josh Whitcomb," and there is much in common in the two char acters, though "Dan" is by no means { ''hayseed. "-Buffalo Commercial Adver tiSer
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-11-21

Look at the display of watches in the window of Lake, Strobel & Go, successors to D. c. Callendsr & Go.
 Florida oranges and lemons and malaga grapes very fine at Ladd's.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-11-21
Murder in the First Degree.

The grand jury found a true bill yester- day afternoon against George Cooper, who killed his wife in Portland, charging him with muzder in the first degree. Only one ballot was taken, spd it is understood the vote stood 17 to 10,
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-11-21
WEBER ! WEBER

13 East Main Street
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1888-03-31
Vicinity Notes.

II costs 81 to hit Streator policeman.
viii Mcconnell ia successfully fighting
the liquor element in Streator, il obtaining
sieuers to the pledge is success. They
number 200. This may induce Strestor to
look upon murder as crime, but she is 80
stepped in vice that It is hardly possible.
Fihy.two Aurora patriots have petitioned
the railroad and ~srehouse commissioners
to investigate the competency Of the new
engineers Of the Q road.
The family of John Maseker, OF Streator,
was made very i'll from eating overripe sar-
dimes the other day.
John Lilly. of Meriden, died from the
effects of jumping from rapidly moving
train on Friday last
Moneyed men have interested themselves
in the new town of Grady, on the v N,
midway between Streator and La Sale. II
IL fifteen miles from this city and is well
located for trade.
A lodge of the Improved Order OF Rcd
Men was installed in Slreator on Tuesday
evening,
Mendoza is figuring on fork factory Its
capital stock is to be $4,000.
The switchmen on the Q al Streator re
fused to 40 out on order of the executive
board.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1888-03-31

One hundred and four instruments were
filed during the past week, fifty-ssven OF
which we're deeds. twenty five releases and
twenty-five mortgages. This year records
mark ed decrease in mortgages, which ar
ues we'll for the prosperity Of the county
In years past, the mortgages far exceeded
the deeds in the spring months. but this
wear the deeds have been from 70 to 5O and
70 per cent above mortgages. Amount OF
deeds over $4,000, SOL 900; amount OF
mortgages over 10000, $4,000. Total
S37. 600. Per cent of deeds y; do. mortga-
ges, %.
Among the more notable transfers Of the
week were. Geo. D Ladd to Ill. Val. " North
r. r., lots 2, 3. and pit Of lot Canal Trustees
subd pit W q sec n Peru. Consideration
$4,000.
Same to same, pl Of lots to IL in blk rs
of of los to 10 blk 100, and lots 56 and I,
blk 1856, La Sale Canal Trustees Subdiv,
50, 200
NJ W Jack to Nicholas Casey, undv h, h
lot 8. blk %, Streator Ong 800.
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Around About,


Saturday last was dull day for Seneca,
Usually on Saturday, the town is full OF
farmers, and their wives and daughters,
and trade Is brisk. Ia fact 1t Is a gala day
for all the young clerks In town, every one
appearing with laundried collar on,
and boots polishedl This is given Off.
cially. The fats are the young ladies In
the country around Seneca are all wealthy,
good looking and accomplished, and Sa,ur-
days are the days on which they do their
trading; yet II requires two men TO each
clerk TO see that at such times they make
out a bill In proper form--they are look
Ing at the girls, and get terribly absent
minded. Meantime the Seneca girls stand
around and pout. just as apretty girl can
till their faces reflect all the beauty of the
most renound artists ideal masterpiece OF
female loyliness.
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Ju,, Hear that child scream =


said Mrs smith to her sister, Mrs. Davis,
AS the sound of child's shrieks came
across the garden from neighbours house
" What kind of a woman have you for
neivhborY Does she abuse her children "
d" No, indeed" replied Mrs. Davis she
is one of the most tender mothers In ex'
istence. But you see, she believes In the
old fashioned styles of doctoring. When
child needs physic, she fills spoon with
some nauseous dose, lays the little victim
flat on her lap, holds his nose till he Is
forced TO open his mouth for breath, when
down goes the fearful mess. Then comes
the wells" mo wonder" said Mrs. Smith
{" Why don't she use DR.. Plerce's Pleasant
Purgative Pellets They are effective
without Icing harsh, and are as easy TO
take as sugar plums. l always give them
TO my children" so do l." said Mrs
Davis.
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The best salve in the world for cuts, bruises
sores, ulcers, salt rheum, fever sores, ietter
chapped hands, chilslains, corns, and all SKIN
eruptions, and positively cures piles, OF NO pay
isfaction. or money refunded Price 20 Genus
ner box For sale bv D. Iorriaux.
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Probate Court.


Letters-Letters Of administration, issued
to Ellen NJ. Thompson, in estate Of Edmond
Heating; to Chas. Rogers, in estate Of Henry
c. Stevens, of guardianship, issued to
Frank yarel. for Clarence and Edith Varel,
to Michael Carroll, for Annie Carroll Of 81 !;
testamentary issued to Horace George IN
estate Of Matthias Stequil.
Report,.-.Reports Of accounts conservs-
toryship, Eliza wormley, final; estate Of
Louis Matchinsky, conservatorship Of Mary
B Gray, final; of sale estate Of Chas. Grove.
Pett,ons.-For settlement estate OF Ma.
thias SEOUL; to sell real estate, estate OF
Anna Bruner; same, estate Of Julia Willard !;
conservatorship of Woodoch
Miscellaneous. allowing erection Of
monument in estate of Warren Wiley. Jr.
Hans Hanson estate of Charles Grover,
judg for plf. $l6l.O6.
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County Court.

Phillip Zulpher. Of Mendoza. aged forty.
nine years, WAS sdjudged inssne'in the couu-
ty court on Tuesday. He had been man
Of excessive habits, and his mind was shat
tered by unusual excess. His insanity is Of
mild form. however, and his recovery is
considered only as matter Of a few months.
Barry Griggs; dismissed. Wits Sohae.
fer. judg for PHI $63066.
NEW CASES.
Mosbacker for the use of Lyn ct al, Esty
Ut al |; punishment.
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under the impression that he has forgotten
something upon which his hfe depends,
This Is all wrong; either say 70 the young
ladies right on. tina, you won't marry, or
will GALLAGER.
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Seneca.

J.z Brown, the dry goods and grocery
merchant of Seneca, has just commenced
a closing sale of his entire stock of dry
goods. Prices will be lower than ever In
Seneca. The object Is 10 stock up with
the largest stock of dry goods ever seen In
Seneca. Already, Brown Is recognized az
the leader In low prices.
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Horses Wanted.

III. undersigned, having purchased the properly ~
.nawn IA the Moody Feed Yard. are prepsreu az III
i am 70 bny and sell good market Horses. .
patruns OF the yard will receive the same ~"
tenton IA heretofore, ohhLIi Sttawa IN,
Rive Keep for sale Humphrey Me forh ns,s
-. pr iii iise,srs which horses are suOjeci TO- ineS
srr The cheapest and best In use. ucNi'-NI
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A business meeting of the W. c. T. .. VIII
be held In the lecture room Of the First NJ
Z. Church this afternoon Saturday at thres
clock
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NEW CASES

NEW CASES.
Gy.-Anns NJ. Scott, Of Marseilles asks
for divorce from her husband, Walter
j. Scott, on the ground Of cruelty, neglect
and drunkenness, demanding the custody Of
her child, aud q title to their Homestead.
Butterfeld v BuIter6eld; bill Withheld for
service.
Lau.-David l.. Hugh ' Samuel Z. Pilson.
Ejectment damages claimed $500.
James Cssrley VIM. Rothwell, ooveuat
damages $4,000 claimed.
F. A. Cranwell ' W. F. johnson, appeal
Damages claimed S37.