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Clarksville evening chronicle. (Clarksville, Tenn) 1886-1890, 1888-12-15
mDANInL wEBsrnR oUTDoNE.
Stewart Society Contest for HOnors at
the University Last Evening.

There was good sized audience of
ladies and gentlemen last evening to
listen to the efforts OF the young gen.
tlemen who were contesting for the
honor of going to the State contest at
Nashville and of speaking at the
commencement exercises.
For the State contest there were
but two contestants, w. c. Johnson,
OF Tenn9 and III. j. Woods, of Mis-
sissippi. Mr.. Johnson spoke first,
taking for his subject, Trusts" He
handled the subject in good style,
bringing forth all the old arguments
against trusts, and advancing some
new ones. His speech was well de-
livered and was enthusiastically
cheered by his friends
I'll, j. Woods, the rival contestant
took for his subject, woman Suffer
age" and won the hearts of the ladies
at least in his efforts in their behalf.
His words were we'll chosen, and his
oratory good.
The judges retired, and soon
returned and announced Mr.. w. c.
Johnson as their choice for the Nash
vile contest. The choice was well
received and gives general satisfac-
ton.
The contestants for commencement
honors, with their orations were as
follows:
II. K. Blackburn, of Tennessee,
Observation-Disclosures of NewEngland;"
j. b. Conaby, of North Carolina,
"Our Duties to the Republic;' j. ID.
Fleming, Of Kentucky, Past and
Future;" G. S. Goodman, of Ken
lucky, "Barbarity of National
Hatrcd;" S, G. Hutton, of Alabama,
"rhe World forSaIe; )" T.. ID. McDou-
gald, of Wisconsin, "The Modern
CAIN" e. S. McNeilly, ofTennessee,
National Reform; y j. ID. Stonnet,
of Mississippi, Against the Stamp
Act;" j. B. Without, OF Tennessee,
"Eulogy ON Henry Clay;" d. n.
Yarbro, Of Kentucky, son Recog-
nizing the Independence of Greece.
The judges after due deliberation
announced the names of j. d. Elem
ming, e. d. McDousald, E. S.
McNeilly and j. b. Without as the
successful contestants in the order
named. The decision gave general
satisfaction.
Stewart society is the youngest of
the University societies and her
representatives did remarkably well,
considering that fact,
The rebuke that Chancellor Hers
man was obliged to give the young
men in the rear Of the hall, was
proper, and should serve as IA lesson
to those implicated Cat calls, whist
ling, stamping and laughing in the
presence of ladies and invited guests
was decidedly ungentlemanly to say
the least, and we hope will never be
repeated. In justice to Stewart
society we must say that they dis
claim all connection with the dis
turbance last night.
Clarksville evening chronicle. (Clarksville, Tenn) 1886-1890, 1888-12-15

II little negro boy found bomb
in the rear of the old blue house ut
,stile foot of Franklin street yesterday.
1t was all loaded for business and
was dangerous plaything in mex
iperienced hands. Officer HOlleman
consigned it to n watery grave in the
river. 1t was probably thrown dur
ing the war, and has been undisturbed
every since.
Clarksville evening chronicle. (Clarksville, Tenn) 1886-1890, 1888-12-15
Recorders Court.

Harry Rosenfeld was before the
court this morning charged with
reckless driving. Last Thursday
his horses knocked down Mr.. J. b.
farrell, and instead of stopping to
see if he was hurt, he rode off as fast
as he could. He was found guilty
and fined $25 and costs.
Clarksville evening chronicle. (Clarksville, Tenn) 1886-1890, 1888-12-15
River News.

The river continues to fall with
about three feet on the gauge.
The b. S. Rhea will arrive from
Nashville about s o'clock tonight
on her way to Paducah and Cairo.
The Ragon will leave Evansville
this evening for Nashville.
Business is quite dull along the
river
Clarksville evening chronicle. (Clarksville, Tenn) 1886-1890, 1888-12-15

Obion Democrat: The chief art Of
editing a newspaper lies in knowing
what not to print. Only by long eX-
perience and discriminating iudg-
ment can this most necessary ac-
quirment be gained.
Clarksville evening chronicle. (Clarksville, Tenn) 1886-1890, 1888-12-15
Married

At the Courthouse in this city,
Friday December 18th, by S. A. Caid-
well, Esq. Mr.. c. +. johnson and
Miss Lena a. Martin, both of Prince
ton, Ky.
Clarksville evening chronicle. (Clarksville, Tenn) 1886-1890, 1888-12-15

Every day convinces us that
GAINESVILLE needs "move on law.
People congregate on the pavement
and ladies either have to elbow their
way through the crowd or go out in
to the street. What say our city
fathers?
Clarksville evening chronicle. (Clarksville, Tenn) 1886-1890, 1888-12-15
For Rent.

The rooms now occupied by Drs.
Cabones q Sutphin, next to the
Arlington Hotel, will be for rent
January 1, 1889. Apply to Owen &
Moon. dec14-mon-wed- sat-2w
Clarksville evening chronicle. (Clarksville, Tenn) 1886-1890, 1888-12-15
Lost.

A memorandum book, with the
name of Edwin Heitt on it. ANY one
finding it will please leave it at this
office.
Clarksville evening chronicle. (Clarksville, Tenn) 1886-1890, 1888-12-15

Mrs. Sue f. Mooney and daughter
leave this evening for Guthrie, and
after spending a few days with
friends there, will leave tor their
home in Missouri.
Clarksville evening chronicle. (Clarksville, Tenn) 1886-1890, 1888-12-15

Miss Mary Caldwell, of Greenwood
Avenue, gave a musical last night in
honor of her guest, Miss Bessy Carr.
The invited guests were highly en-
tertained for several hours.
Clarksville evening chronicle. (Clarksville, Tenn) 1886-1890, 1888-12-15

Mr.. s. Trotter, of District No. II,
Dickson county, showed us this
morning a petrified musk melon
which his wife picked up in the
field. 1t is nearly perfect and is
quite a curiosity.
Clarksville evening chronicle. (Clarksville, Tenn) 1886-1890, 1888-12-15

DIR. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde are we'll
spoken of by the press in the leading
cities of the United States. Go and
see Eaem.
Clarksville evening chronicle. (Clarksville, Tenn) 1886-1890, 1888-12-15

DIR. T. III. Marable left at three
o'clock this evening for Nashville on
professional business. He will proba-
bly, be absent until Monday.
Clarksville evening chronicle. (Clarksville, Tenn) 1886-1890, 1888-12-15

Ifyou don't attend the performance
of DR.. JekyIl and Mr.. Hyde, you will
miss great treat, we know the play
to be good one.
Clarksville evening chronicle. (Clarksville, Tenn) 1886-1890, 1888-12-15

REV. j. w. Hill, presiding elder,
will hold Quarterly meeting service
at Antioch church on the Southside,
to-day and tomorrow.
Clarksville evening chronicle. (Clarksville, Tenn) 1886-1890, 1888-12-15

FarEers are bringing in country
prodEce in large quantities, and 1t
meets "a ready sale.
Clarksville evening chronicle. (Clarksville, Tenn) 1886-1890, 1888-12-15
For Rent.

\ COOL cottage on Commerce
street. Apply to 7. Hcrndon,
Grange Warehouse. nOv.l4,tf.
Clarksville evening chronicle. (Clarksville, Tenn) 1886-1890, 1888-12-15

Mr.. Richard Adams, Of Todd
county, was in the city to-day on
business.
Clarksville evening chronicle. (Clarksville, Tenn) 1886-1890, 1888-12-15
lNSOLVENT NOTICE.

Having suggested the insolvency of the es-
tate of John Hubbard deceased to the Honor
able County curt of Montgomery county
at the December term, 1888. Notice Is hereby
given to all persons having claims against
said estate TO file them with the clerk OF
said County court, properly authenticated, on
or before the 10Th day of March 1889, or the
same will be forever barred.
dec.l5,3t A. r. GHoLSoN, Adm.
Clarksville evening chronicle. (Clarksville, Tenn) 1886-1890, 1888-12-15

Tie Eargest assortment of Holiday
goods in the city at Askew Il Ed
wards NV.
Clarksville evening chronicle. (Clarksville, Tenn) 1886-1890, 1888-12-15

81 Perkins will be here on the 2lth,
a1d Wilson'S Ministries on the 2Sth.
Clarksville evening chronicle. (Clarksville, Tenn) 1886-1890, 1888-12-15

Fine cut glass toilet bottles at
Askew & Edwards. 3w.
Clarksville evening chronicle. (Clarksville, Tenn) 1886-1890, 1888-12-15

Mrs. Jerome Duncan, who is very
i'll, rested tolerably easy last night,
Clarksville evening chronicle. (Clarksville, Tenn) 1886-1890, 1888-12-15

Handsome albums and bibles at
AskeW & Edwards. 3W.
Clarksville evening chronicle. (Clarksville, Tenn) 1886-1890, 1888-12-15
Advertised Letters.

The following list of letters remains uncall.
ed for at the GAINESVILLE. Tenn, post-office up
to Saturday, Dec, Is, 1888 II not called for
within thirty days they will be sent to the
dead lette. office at Washington.
Buell., ! II Barksdale ID.
Bozman, Mrs NJ e Brown NADIA
Crags, Mrs II Coleman, Rachel
Cordial, Lucy Comad. Jno
Fort, Morrison Hunter, Fannie
Haskins, Clara Holland, JH
Isaacs, II A Joseph, q w
Moody, Minerva McFalI, Darthula
Mcintyre, Annie Martin, WE
Ramey, Leila Smith, Peter
Smith & Egge Mig Co Taylor, Mrs WI
Williams, Mrs Washington, II
When calling for any of the above please
say advertised"
NJ. B. JOHNSON, p. NJ.
Clarksville evening chronicle. (Clarksville, Tenn) 1886-1890, 1888-12-15

Iyou want Il handsome Christmas
present for little money, try Askew
& Edwards. 3W.
Clarksville evening chronicle. (Clarksville, Tenn) 1886-1890, 1888-12-15

Christmas cards in large assort-
ments at AskeW d Edwards. 3W.
Clarksville evening chronicle. (Clarksville, Tenn) 1886-1890, 1888-12-15
IS CENTS PER WEEK.

SATURDAY EVENING. DECEMBER 10.
Clarksville evening chronicle. (Clarksville, Tenn) 1886-1890, 1888-12-15
Pricee-75, SO, 35, g. Csc.

Seats on sale at owen, Moore & Atkinson
Bookstore.
Connecticut western news., 1888-12-12

Among the list of Thanksgiving guests published in last weeks issue should have been found the names of Anthony Stewart and family of Pittsfeld at Reuben Stewards, and Miss Florence Vropsa Brookfeld at D l. Peirce's.
 Frank Stevens, of this village, took first premium on pen of dark Bramah chicks which he exhibited at the Lee poultry show last week. He also took first premium on pair of the samo breed of fowls.
 Rev E. F. Atwood will give his illustrated historical lecture entitled "Glimpses of Connecticut History through the Stereoptican" in the town hall in this village on Monday evening. Dec IT. Admission 25 cents, children under 16 years 10 cents. Proceeds for the benefit of the Village Improvement association.
 You very we'll know that a years subscription to the CONNECTICUT WEST EnN NEWS will be a very acceptable Christmas present to friend, gift that pleases the recipient 52 times year Now how can you withhold from friend such pleasure, especially when ace nake you q present of three amonths' subscription according to the plan explained in the editorial column.
 All our readers are familiar with our system of clubbing THE NEWS with other papers, through Pease's subscription agency. That plan needs no explanation and we need only say that it will be con- tinued as heretofore. For terms see Mir. Pease's advertisement in another column. With the different options which we this season offer subscribers, we think they must be hard to please if they cannot select one that suits them.
 The Madam Fry Concert Go, of Boston, will give vocal and instrument tai concert at the town hall in this village this Wednesday, evening, Dec 12th Admission 35 cents. Reserved Seats 50 cents Tickets are on sale at Geo L. Parsons store. The proceeds will be shared with the ladies aid society of the M. B. church. This concert company brings 8 legion of ftttering testimonials from the press. They are also lndsrsed as follows by Dr Eben Tourgee. director of the New England Conservatory, Boston " Madam Fry and her daughters have unusual musical talent, and I cheerfuly commend them to the public.'
Connecticut western news., 1888-12-12
NORFOLK.

Rev Mir Goodenough, of Winchester, occupied the Cong pulpit in exchange last Sunday morning.
 Gus. Lawrence has delayed his depar ture for Florida, and is taking down and moving off the old conference room
 l.. N. Johnson and Burton Collar, after setting many day for start, expect to get off for the west this week.
 Richard Whalen is to be married soon to Miss Eagan, of Winsted, and rumor has 1t that there are quite a mum Der here that will travel the same road be- fore spring.
 The new chapel is tc be dedicated at 2 p. m Thursday, Dec. 13. We have not seen any programme and do not know what the services are to be.
 Miss Mary Murray and Miss Susie Smith commenced their schools in the center district Monday morning. taking the place vacated by Miss Smith. of Great Harrington, who resigned and went home the day before Thanks giving.
 The Julians have been here. and gone, and to say that they outdone themselves and that no troupe every played as we'll in Norfolk before, is making it as strong as we can but not as strong as it ought to be and as they deserve.
Connecticut western news., 1888-12-12
An Effective ValedictOry.

eff you would like to say a few words before we string up." said the spokes- mau of the vigilance committee, sternly, "you may have the chance"
 ''There '' is something I would like to say, responded the condemned horse thief, pale but self possessed. "All I ask IS that you will permit me to say 1t without interruption"
 "Gn ahead. said the spokesman, It. conically. "We'll let you finish"
 "Then, gentlemen" began the con- demned mau, with deep emotion. II have few words of solemn warning to utter. In the innocent and happy days of my young manhood, before came to Arizona and fell into evil ways. I was engaged in useful and honorable call ing. Had I never abandoned it might have been still q respectable and upright citizen. Though I have become a bad man and am about to receive my just punishment, have always kept me- mento of those happier days. In my valise, gentlemen you will find copy of little work. entitled 'The American Voters Text Book of which I sold nearly 1000 copies in one county in Pennsylvania alone. It is indispensable to every man who would keep himself thoroughly informed as to those ques- tions concerning which it is the duty of every citizen to be fully advised. You will find in that little volumn, gentle men, full and accurate information as to the political platforms ofall the parties, election returns from every state in the Union, names of members of congress, judges of the various courts, etc with a slass of miscellaneous statistics and facts never hef,r grouped together in one work. Bound in cloth or half calf. the price of this valuable book has always been"-
 He paused moment to wipe the scala ing tears from his eyes. When he looked about him again his audience had van ished. He was saved. -[ Chicago Tri-
Connecticut western news., 1888-12-12

vile, where passed under the track of the Hous atomic railroad, just north west of the B rksIife woolen mill. The total cost of putting the road under the track has been about $1O. 300, and the railroad company re to pay certain part of the expense in connection with this town, but the commissioners have not decided whether any part of the cost can be assessed on the county.
 Abram $. Clark, Il very efficient officer, has been appointed by the selectmen as a special policeman in this village or anywhere else in tow. Drunkards and eace- breakers will have to look out, for policeman Clark proposes to keep the village free from all aw-brrakers.
 The foundation for Col Wm l.. Browns new barn Is now being laid, and work on the new house on South Main street has been commenced.
 At the Probate court in this village last Wednesday. the following business was transacted: Administration granted on the estates of Catherine A. Clark, late of Adams, c. w. Eaton administra- tor; Orville W. Cross, late of Monterey, Julia A. Cross adminstratrix; Sarah Roys, late of Great Burlington, George B. Roys administrator. Wills allowed, of Harvey Holmes, late of Ct Barring ton, Mary J. Holmes executrix: Will jam s. Ferris, late of Sheffield, Frances w. Ferris executrix; Rebecca w. Barker, late of Sciola, Iowa, the execu- tor not appointed by this court. Guardians appointed: w. M Four, of Marie l. and Nina Crane. of Great Burlington; Belva N Clark, of Sarah A. Cooper, of Sheffield; Frances w. Ferris, of Charles w Ferris, of Shef field Inventories filed: Estates of o. w. Grass. late of Monterey, personal estate $27S; Matthias Snyder, late of Ct Burlington, real estate $4OOO, personal $1O,751; Charles $. Joyner, late of Egremont, personal estate $l.- SS2; Rachael M. Luddington, late of Ct Burlington, real estate $4O0, personal $500; Edward Strattnn late of Sandis- field personal estate $l65.
 About a dozen young men from Honsatanic. had turkey supper with oysters and cranberry sauce, at the restaurant of James Crotty, in this village last Thursday evening.
 It is stated, without any names being given, that there is gambling den in this town. One man lost a large sum of money few nights ago, and farmer from Afford was fl .-ced ont of $S and had to go home without a sack of flour for his family.
 The pupils of the High school have been examined the past week in their Various studies.
Connecticut western news., 1888-12-12
STATE ITEMS.

The Danbury Daily Press, which ap- peared for the first time last Wednesday, succeeds The Daily Democrat.
 William R. Sill, formerly editor of the Winsted Citizen, started for Minneapolis last Thursday where he will engage in newspaper work.
 Williams has been admitted to the New England Intercollegiate Leagne, which comprises Dartmouth, Williams, Amherst, Massachusetts and Stevens Institute of Technology.-[ Cornell Era.
 East Bridgeport is suffering from a serious epidemic of diphtheria which arose in filthy Italian quarter. There have been several deaths the past few days, and it is feared the disease will spread.
 There is proposal to unite the city of South Norwalk. the borough of Nor walk and the village of East Norwalk into one city. A meeting has been call Norwalk Sentinel thinks the plan Is not generally approved.
 The Talcott mountain tower and a large tract of land adjacent to it have been purchased by R. M. Hoe, of the celebrated printing press establishment in New York. who it is supposed will make an elegant summer residence of his whole great purchase, which amounts to 250 acres.
 The Thurston house at Tariffville was consumed by fire on Saturday morning, the stone walls alone remained standing. The building was erected about twenty five years ago, at the time the buildings of the Tariffville carpet company were constructed, and cost $l7,00O. It was insured sor SSOOO
 The annual report of the trustees of the State Hospital for the Insane at Middletown has just been issued. IL shows that there were 1,292 patients in the institution at the end of the fiscal year just ended. Of this number TIA were women. Eighty-six per cent have been insane longer than twelve months and have thus passed the limit within which most recoveries occur.
 Morgan C. Bulkelv. who will be formally elected governor on the assemb- ling of the Legislature in January, has selected the following to be members of his staff: Adjutant-general. Col. Lucius A. Barbour of Hartford, formerly colonel of the 1st regiment. Connecticut national guard. and now president of inc Willimantic thread company; quar- er-master-general. Col William B Rudd of Lakeville, member of the republican state committee, and former ly an aide on Gov. Bigelow's staff
 The last Legislature considers | the appropriation for the equestrlan ' Sfo t,,( Ont, ,k., fest acts. An effort was made at the same tune to buy Gen. Putuam's revo- lutionary camp in Bedding as public park and memorial to the war of in. dependence. The effort which then proved unsuccessful will be repeated this year An appropriation of S2O,0O( Is asked to buy the land, and the advo cates of this plan have considerable hope of it's success. Some believe a slab cost ing $500 would mark the spot just as 1 we'll.
Connecticut western news., 1888-12-12
Pointers.

Read E. D. Strong's holiday advertise- ment.
 Read advertisement concerning lost watch chain charm.
 Heavy building timber for sale. See advertisement.
 See notice of the annual meeting of the stockholders, of the National Iron Bank.
 Whats the matter with Santa Claus? Just read Caprou's new advertisement and you'll find out"
 Miss M G. Ebell, of Lakeville, is to retire from the millinery business She Is selling all her goods at cost. See adv.
 Bear in mind that c. s. Foster of West Winsted, sells large quantities of gents furnishing goods which make useful and handsome holiday gifts.
 Remember that Geo. L. Parsons has fine assortment of useful holiday goods even if he has not had time this week to change his advertisement.
 "A Merry Christmas and Happy New Year" is NJ. B. Tobey's cheery greeting CO every DOuy. NIT. lODey new aQVer- ment tells you where you will find such presents us will make everyone merry and happy. Read it. and heed it.
 How many pleasant memories it awak- ems to again see the name of William Kirk iu these columns, and 1t will be g pleasure for you to accept MT. Kirk s invitation to visit the old reliable jewel " store which is now filled with holiday attractions.
 If you have never looked through Geo. T. Johnson's stock of holiday goods. tour of the four floors of his store will cause you to wonder how on ear tn he ever collects such variety of articles. His holiday advertisement In another column gives you ouly faint outline of his assortment. A. s. Fassett's bewildering assortment of holiday goods must have affected his mind, at least he rushed through his store and knifed the prices of hosiery, cloaks, plush coats and wraps, ladies trimmed hats, dress goods, etc.. etc. Read his half column advertisement.
Connecticut western news., 1888-12-12
GREAT HARRINGTON.

The executive committee of the Housatonic agricultural society met last Wednesday at the office of Lawyer Wright, ln this village, but owing to the absence of James Rowley, of Egre- mont, and Alonzo Bradley, of Lee. who were attending the meeting of the state board of agriculture at East hampton, the committee adjourned without day. They will probably be called together next week for the purpose of appointing the examining committee, and trausacting other business. all of which will be laid before the annual meeting at the town hall in this village Jan 10th
 The county commissioners of B .rk shire county. Messrs Manning, of Pitts field, 1ngalls, of North Adams, with special commissioner Ferry, of Lee, were in town Saturday for the purpose of viewing the new road to VanDsusen-
Connecticut western news., 1888-12-12
. -
 Dl ED.

WHEELER-At Millerton, N. Y., Mrs Abijah Wheeler, aged 94 years. HoLcoMB-In this town, Dec 6, Ralph F., son of Erastus Holcomb, aged 2years, months and Il days.
 JoNEs-In New Hartford. Dec 4, Aurelia Williams, widow of Hon Henry Jones, and mother of Captain Henry Jones, editor of the New Hartford Tribune, aged v years. HowLAND-At North Kent, Dec. 6th Merwin D. Ho land aged 82 years. WooDEN-At Chapinville, Dec 8, Mary Ann, only daughter of James s. Wooden. CLARK-In Waterbury, Ct., 5. Jerry I. Clark aged 75 years, formerly of Sheffield. GEER-At Norfolk, Dec. 10 Robert A. Geer, aged 82 years.
 NELsoN-In Painsville, Ohio, Nov 17th., Nell son Norton, aged 69 years.
Connecticut western news., 1888-12-12


 Work has been commenced on the Lenox cottage Mrs Edward Livingston is to build It will be much like the Frelinghuysen mansion and cost about $24, 900.
 A Bridgeport woman fell through q side-w coal hole; her life was saved by her hustle which could not get through the hole. The hustle must stay.
 The street cars between Adams and North Adams. are to be run by electricity instead of horses, as soon as preparations can be made for the change. Poles are now being placed along the line for hold ing the wires The distance nf five miles between the two villages, will be made in less than half the time it now takes to run the cars with horses, which is about an hour.