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Oxford eagle., 1888-05-10

Tbe new ElIen Perry hat just in
Il Mrs.. Wisemans
Oxford eagle., 1888-05-10

Mr.J III Plant Is on ! business
trip TO Maydeld.
Oxford eagle., 1888-05-10

Cream furnish to families on
hort notice. G. W Buffalee.
Oxford eagle., 1888-05-10

Turner 4 Collins want to trade
for young cattle.
Oxford eagle., 1888-05-10

Col. ! S BAILEY, Of Charleston
is in the city.
Oxford eagle., 1888-05-10

When you go TO town don't TAIL
10 call at Buifaloes and try a glass
Ok ies cold SODA, mead Vr lsuoEais.
Oxford eagle., 1888-05-10

We return thanks for an invita-
tion to the Phi Sigza Anniversary
and bali, on FRIDAY the il.h Ins..
The exercises will BE- held at the
University Chapel and Mr.. K \
Meek, of Oxford. Is the chosen ora
tor of the day. His subject
''Our Social oatlook,'' will no
doubt be ably handled, aud all
tho can should avail themselves
of the opportunity to hear him.
The re dedication services Of the
Methodist church will take place
on Sunday the 27tb inst. Several
eminent 5ivines will be in atten
dance aud 1t will be an interesting
as well as memorable OCCASION.
While deeply apprec.ating the
kindness shown them during the
past year this denomination will
doubtless rejoice to gather t0eeth-
er once more III their house Of
worship.
lee cold soda water aud mead
at BaffaIoes.
The community and her MANY
friends were shocked ON Mondav
evening last at the sudden death
of Mrs. L ID Isom, which occurred
at 4 o'clock. Of apoplexy. Mrs.
Isom has been IN failing health for
several years bat for the past few
months her coalition had improv
ed and no fear vas entertained by
her family that death woulI so
soon claim her for its own. SUI
rounded by her grief stricken fam
lily she died calmly and peacefully
having a vo.d which % them can
never be filled.
Tonight a. . O'Clock, at the
Cumberllnd Presbyterian church.
NE. L. w. YATES and Miss Int
LIE HARRIs. will be united in mar
rage by the pastor, Rev. K. w
Bin kley.
TSHERS
3. T. f.Sras NE ANDERSON.
H. - H. TASEEESLY. G.O. FEE.
WILL MCLEOD ". v. eE0FFOEp.
The church has been beautifully
decorated for the occasion and will
no doubt be filed To its utmost
capacity BY their MANY friends
aud well wishers. The EAGLE ex-
tends congratulations, in advance,
and best wishes to this hapyy
couple for a long life Of prosperity
filed With every blessing.
Oxford eagle., 1888-05-10

The hands0mest embroidered
box robe Sattsens, ever IN the eity
in al shades. ] VI Plsnt's.
Oxford eagle., 1888-05-10

Louisville, Indianapolis, ST.
Louis and New Orleans prices, at
Mrs. Wiseman's.
Oxford eagle., 1888-05-10

1000 wards India Linen. al 8 cts
at J. NJ. Plants
Oxford eagle., 1888-05-10
Railroad o. n Railroad.

Buffaloe Is keeping the people
cool, all the same, with hls Ice
cold drinks.
Oxford eagle., 1888-05-10

English plaid gauze.- ribbons in
all shades and grades to suit the
most fIstidious, at
Mrs, Iseman's,
Oxford eagle., 1888-05-10

We are pleased to learn that the
Festival on last Friday night for
the bentht of the Methodist
church was quite a success and
realized the sum of s52. The la
dies will have another at the sane
time and place Friday night and
hope To receive the same liberal
encouragement.
Oxford eagle., 1888-05-10

White goods IN endless qaauti-
ties and qualities, at
J III Plants.
Oxford eagle., 1888-05-10

A new line OF ladies' White
dress goods Just opened, at
John + Jacks0n's.
Oxford eagle., 1888-05-10

Colorel gimp dress-trimmiugs,
J NJ Plants.
Oxford eagle., 1888-05-10

Absolutely pure, guaranteed, at
BufTa.oe's.
Oxford eagle., 1888-05-10

Six tips to pompon for S2.35 at
Mrs. Wiseman's.
Oxford eagle., 1888-05-10

Fans, just receIyed-al fresh
and Nv: ut
Oxford eagle., 1888-05-10
Ice Cream

Every day. at BuiT4lOes.
Oxford eagle., 1888-05-10

lee cold soda water aud mead
at BaffaIoes.
Oxford eagle., 1888-05-10

High colored mulls and Persian
lawns, at JM Plants.
Oxford eagle., 1888-05-10
E:a-isrs Wanted.

County superintendent.
Oxford eagle., 1888-05-10

HUsBASD They are perfect fit fos
yoa- hope they will give you the
service have received
WIFE-"Yes- They are splenshi
Our shoe deaIsr tells me they will wear
as well as 50 shoe 0. ether makes"
The Press., 1888-11-01

Two republican candidates are expected to lead their ticket in this section-Hon. W B. Siraonds, one of the most genial of men, win ming friends by his frank, open, hearty ways, retaining themby solid merits of character. He is an able man, and the people like to show confidence in men of his stamp. He is an old soldier, and stands well with comrades in arms of past days. He is an able lawyer, and noted agriculturist and stock breeder. Yale college has enrolled has enrolled him upon its staff of law lecturers; this of itself is stamp of talent and logical soundness E. Stevens Henry of Rockville, candidate for state treas. urer, is known as a man of brain and charac- ter, one who believes in law and order, and uses his power as magistrate to- carry out his views, as law breakers know to their cost
 Those who know him, but differ with him
 respect his sincerity, and give him credit foa desiring and intending to be on the right side of every question. He is one of the soundest business men in Holland county, and will run far ahead of the state ticket in his own town
 On the democratic ticket Ex- Governor Hyde fer senator, will, as past experience demon
 strates, carry strong vote in his own town
 where he is deservedly popular. He is pitted against strong man, and the chances are against MT. Hyde's election, as the district if naturally republican. Mir. Keeney is very popular in Somers, and also in other towns 1 Gov. Hyde will have the benefit of grange connection, of his interest in storrs school
 and agricultural matters generally, 8 very ex
 tensiye acquaintance all over the district and state, and of having many warm friends in tht republican party.
 For judge of probate two very competent candidates are in the field Judge Ohamberlir has the advantage of being in oaESe, ana oI havi.g made an admirable record as judge. The voters of both parties are generally very
The Press., 1888-11-01

it to us ct a fair price, we will revive the old system of importing such as we want, which has been destroyed by the unjust Legislation of congress in discriminationE before referred to.
 I have called the sugar trust eOicked. Am I right? It violates the great law of doing unto others as we would they should do unto us. It has become the giant hand of monied powers, paupered by Legislation, grasping at the throats of the poor and de- fenCeless. In addition to the fa7oritism of the government towards sugar refnerF, it should not be forgotten that a bounty is allowed in the form of drawback on re- fined sugars exported. The secretary of the treasury is allowed by law to fix the drawback at Q rate per pound equal to the duty paid on the raw sugar from which the refined sugar is produced.
 Instead of obedience to the law the sec retary of the treasury has been paying g drawback of forty cents per hundred pounds more than the duty on the raw su. gars used. Result: Large quantities oi sugar have been imported from Europe and refined here, and exported to England and other countries, gaining bounty from our government of forty cents per hundred pounds, or about one dollar and twenty cents per barrel. It is malfeasance on the part of the secretary, but the refineI gets the money just the same. Who pays fer the building up of those colossal for. tunes and trusts of the sugar refiners The poor consumers. >E-a .-.-
 Advice: Send men to congress who will not legislate for the benefit of the few to the injury of the many. D. K.
The Press., 1888-11-01

George M. Stearns has written the fol lowing prophecy in reply to letter from 8 Boston newspaper |: -.-~s ..--...
 I have been speaking in Connecticut more OF less for several weeks. believe it will go for Cleveland and Thurman. Reasons First, it is democratic state; second, see no evidences of loss to our side. The ''scare" doesn't work. There are many small manu- lecturers who want free raw material or re- duced taxation upon the material they use in their business, and am sure we are getting gains through them there. Third, Oonnecti- cut is bright, thoughtful and smart business state, and the issues are SO plainly on our side that the voters will act upon them correctly. Fourth, have poured truth enough into the state to leayen 8 continent of error, and it must work.
 P. S.-I know more about the other states you write about than you do.
The Press., 1888-11-01
NEarRkaaa.

Willimantic, 18th, by. Rev. s. R:; Free, Frank D. Butterfeld of Stafford Springs and Hattie E. Willis of Scotland. @&s. t.<S
 GuiIford, Conn, Oct, 24th, atthe residence of the brides parents, ChssterS. Kingman of Brooklyn, N. Y., and Emily A.. daughter of Wallace G. Fowler, formerly of Stafford Springs.
 Stafordville, Oct. 27th, by Rev. w. 0. Newell, Dana Gary and Julia Hiscock, both of Stafford Springs.
The Press., 1888-11-01
K-E-H-p C-o-o-n.

IF the Mills bill reduces the surplus $60,- GOO, 900, and that ratio of reduction is only 5 per cent. it follows that the present revenue from the tariff must be $1, ,2oO, ,O0O, GOO.
The Press., 1888-11-01

It is said that negro in Jacksonville refused 10 leave the city while the epidem- ic of yellow fever was at it's height, be- cause he regarded travelling by rail as more dangerous than the disease. .
The Press., 1888-11-01

TIE weeks have rolled around, and here we are on the brink of the presidential election. About one-haH the people will be awfully disappointed next Wednesday morning, bus the sun will rise the same as unual, and the universe will probably stand the jar of the result very well. But brace up, hold on tight, and when it is all over be prepared to join in cheer for-you know who.
The Press., 1888-11-01

POSTMASTER GENERAL DICKINSON, in 8 re- cent speech at Grand Rapids, Mich, reported an extent of squalor and destitution at Fall River, Mass, that will be surprise to most New England people, the existence of which will be doubted by some. He said:
 "The undoubted evidence taken by the republican senate committee of 1883 shows that New England's large manufacturing population IS not & consumer of western products. That committee extended their inquiries in the mills of Fall River, and witness called because of his knowledge, unimpeached and competent, gave testimony. He testified that he was 8 workngman in the cotton mills and that there were thousand men, or more, with families in Fall River who lived as he did, and with less than $150 6 year.
 THE political sensation of the week is a let ter, marked "private," ," sent by Lord Sackville, British minister at Washington, to the address of one Murchison in California. Murchison is declared by the democrats to be myth. Whether thls is so or not, is not important in the case, but the letter from him assumed to be from an English-American disposed to vote for Cleveland, but put in doubt by his retaliatory message, Sackville writes him in reply:
 I am in receipt of your letter of the 4th inst, and beg to say that fully appreciate the difficulties in which you find yourself in casting your vote. You are probably aware that any political party which openly favored the mother country at the present moment would lose popularity, and that the party in power is fully aware of this fact. The party, however, is, believe, still desirous of main taining friendly relations with Great Britain, and is still as desirous of settling all questions with Canada, which have been unfortunately reopened since the retraction of the treaty by the republican majority in the senate, and by the presidents message, to which you alude. the political situation as regards the presi- dential election thus created. It is, however, impossible to predict the course which Presi- dent Cleveland may pursue in the matter of retaliation, should he be elected but there is every reason to believe that, while uphelding the position he has taken, he will manifest a spirit of conciliation in dealing with the ques- tion involved in his message. I enclose an article from ''The New-York Times" of Aug ust 22.
 Whether the letter was got from the diplo- mat by trap, or not, his writing it was an act of indiscretion, and unbecoming to one in his position, being an unwarranted interfer. ence in American politics. Sackville admits that it was blunder to have written it, and there is strong sentiment in favor of asking that his government call him home. ..<.
The Press., 1888-11-01

ENOUND.-A red Yearling Steer camo upon IL my premises Oct. 17th, which the owner can have by proving property and paying chOrges.
 Stafford, Oct. Slst, 1888. ANDREW LEDOYT.
The Press., 1888-11-01

The board of trustees of the Young Mems Christian Associations new build ing at Hartford have been looking over plans of buildings this week. The esti- mated cost of the building is $180, 900, and the money is to be raised by voluntary ings twice week till the buildings suc- cess is assured.
The Press., 1888-11-01
DfeG9

Wh8G6 Rockville, October 2Sd, Mrs. R. c. Holt, 6l. Monson, October 25th, Samantha A., wife of Erasmus B. White.
The Press., 1888-11-01
BOrmo

Stafford Springs, Oct. 2Oth, son, Horace L., to Horace E. and Julia Partelo.
 Stafford Springs, Oct. 18th, son 10 J. E. Robbins
The Press., 1888-11-01

THE states regarded as doubtful in next Tuesdays election are Connecticut, New York, New Jersey, West Virginia and Indiana. All the other northern states are generally con- ceded to Harrison and the southern states to Cleveland. Of these doubtful states the re- publicans feel most sure of the three follow ing, in the order of their naming: Connecti- cut, New York and Indiana. Many repubi- cans, ordinarily considered conservative in prophecy, anticipate the carrying of every northern state. There are democrats who as confidently claim all the doubtful states named, and also consider the chances good for their success in Michigan, Iowa, Mime sota, California, and even in New Hampshire. But mans judgment is always influenced by his desires. It isn't long, now, to the voting and counting time. -.-... .
The Press., 1888-11-01
Tlne p tess.
ThuradaY RvenIng, Nov. |. Isss.

JAMEsMoLAueHLIN s SoN, PUBLIsHERs. Sl 50 per year. $195 when paid strictly in advance
The Press., 1888-11-01

Which we will give to buyers of Tea and Coffee on the check system. Special Discount to bayers ot or more pOunds at one time. .:
 Win get any article wanted if not in stock. Prices and quality of goods can't be beat by any one in town. can and will sell you better goods for the money than any tea wagon running from the city.
 No seconds or thirds among our presents. They all of the first quality. Fine Presents with Bak- ing Powder Royal, no presents. Present wtih Windsor, Davis. Washington, and Silver Star. English Breakfast Tea, BOG. to Soc. per ID. Japan, 95c. to $l ~'' Young Tyson, Soc. & sOc. '' Gunpowder, =" BOG. " COG Tea Dust, 1tc. ' OolOng. 26c. to @l.lO :" SAMPLES OF TEA GHRERFULLY GIVEN. Constantly on hand-Tobacco Cigars, Snuff. Bakers,
 Epps, and Maillard's Cocoa, Cocoa Shells, Canned
 Goods Cereals of all kinds, Spices, Confectionery, Extracts, Toilet and Laundry Sosp Matches,
 Starch, Ivorine, Soapine, Raisins, Chocolate Bro
 ma, Imperial Granum, Fancy Pickles, Chow-Chow
 and various other articles.
 AGENT FOR THE
 WHITE and NEW HOME SEWING MACHINES:
 Oils and Needles for all Machines constantly on hand. Repairing done at short notice. 1 Give 8 call and be convinced we mean what we say. Goods delivered in the Borough free of charge. I Stafford Springs. a. W. ADAMSe
The Press., 1888-11-01

Soribner's Magazine for November con. tains 8 notable group of articles by emi. nent men, two of whom-GeneralP Philip H. Sheridan and Lester Wallack-have re- gently died. It also has the first install ment of romantic novel of adventure, by Robert Louis Stevenson. General A. W. Greedy, Augustine Birrell, and w. O. Brownell are among the contributors, while artists like A. B. Frost, William Hole, and Rufus Zogbaum have furnished elaborate illustrations. The publishers announce that the completion of the sec- ond year will be signalized by the publica- tion of very interesting and beautiful Christmas number. General Sheridan'a s article "From Gravelotte to Sedan, :" gives evidence of fine literary skill in his clear and picturesque descriptions of the stir ring events of the Franco-G German war, These events were so large and he was so near to the moving spirits in them (such as King William, Bismarck, and Von Moltke) that his simple, direct style is most appropriate and impressive. His battle pictures areEigid and exciting, and the whole article is colored with the hu- mors and hardships of campaigning which the king and. private soldiers were alike subjected. The view given of Bis marck is especially intimate and uncon- ventiOnal, and IS 8 distinct addition to our knowledge of his personality. An express i've portrait of General Sheridan (the last taken) and a number of reproductions of famous war pictures byss German artists &C., company the article. Lester Wallack' g Memories of the Last Fifty Years" (be- gun in October) add to the history of the American stage what no other man could have recorded. The "reminiscences will be concluded in. the December number. "The Everyday Life of Railroad Men," by B. B. Adams, Jr., is the first really adequate account of the practical work of the men who accomplish the hard physical toll on railways. The author is familiar with all its phases and describes them with humor and appreciation. A. B. Frost has con- tributed eighteen character drawings, which are among the best that have ap- peared in the railway series.
The Press., 1888-11-01

A touching picture of party loyalty was presented at the union depot at St. Louis the other day by 8 woman with two sets oi twins, the younger being about two months and Morton. "Yon missed it on the first two, ," said bystander; ''I hope you will Harrison and Morton to her breast she re- piled, s'I reckon will. "-- Chicago Herald.
The Press., 1888-11-01

OFFICIAL LIST OF PATENTS ISSUED TO CTTr ZENs OF CONNECTICUT from the U. s. patent office for the week ending October 2S, 1888, as reported from the office of Simonds & Bur. dett, solicitors of patents, No. 2 Central Row, Hartford Conn. ,1
 John N. Brown, New London vehicle gear.
 Calvert B. Cottrell, Stonington; grippel mechanism for printing machines.
 Edgar Fl. Cottrell, Stonington apparatus for drying matrices and casting sterotypes.
 Wilbur F. Dial, assignor to Wheeler $ Will son Manufacturing Co.,, Bridgeport driving apparatus and brake for sewing machines.
 Arthur H. Eddy, Hartford ;<.electric meas uring instrument.
 Arthur H. Eddy, Hartford automatic commutator for alternating electric currents. Arthur H. Eddy, Hartford; arc-extinguish- CT for electric switches or cut-outs.
 Hiram A. Gray, New Haven, assignor to W. s. King, Minneapolis, Minn. lasting machine.
 Joseph H. Hodgetts, wallingford time piece holder.
 Moses 0. Johnson, assignor to A. Whitney and 0. l.. Barrows, Hartford twist drill milling machine.
 Nelson 0. Merriam, assignor to Foster, Merriam & Co.,, Meriden; castor.
 Herbert s. Pullman, Rockville, assignor by mesne assignment, of one-hah to c. H. Will son, Merlden; shoe clasp.
 Robert H. Kingel, West St;atford, assignor to Holmes Edwards Silver Co, Bridgeport; i; handles for spoons, forks, etc.
Connecticut western news., 1888-07-18
Arabian Babies.

Life has exceptional difficulties for the babies of Eastern nations, cspe cially for those who are of sufficiently high rank to R, brought up according to all the ancient customs of their race. The lady who tells her own story in tho "Mcmoirs of an Arg oian Prin cess," says that royal baby's first toilet, in Ara bia, consists iu finding q bandasc about its body, after it has bccn bathed aud pcrfumcd. The little creature is thcn placed oa its back, its arms and feet arc straigh h.ened, and tho entire body is swathed to the shoulders. h thi, pos ition it remains motionioss for 40 day' but the bandage IS rom owed twice day that the child may have bath. The Arabs believe that this process will make the Do y straight for lie. Uldcr such circums tanccs it seem; fortunate that babyhood is not a period whic. can be remembered in after years, for nobody would choose to suff such days of misery again, even ln rccollcc- tion.
 If the child bc girl, on the seventh day after her birth, holes, usu.lly six in number, are prickcd in her cars, and when sho is two months old. hoavy gold
Connecticut western news., 1888-07-18

rings are attached to them, to be worn throughout her lifetime, except during periods of mourning for relatives.
 On the fortieth day the baby's head is shaved--a ceremony which could scarcely be performed iu our own coun- try, where thick hair is usually of later growth. This operation is considered very important one, and thirty or forty persons arc witnesses of it, for tho performance of certain rites.
 The disposal of the first hair is re- garded as very weighty matter; it must not be burned nor carelcssly thrown away, but buried, thrown into tho sea, or hidden in some crevico in . wall.
 This forticth day marks turning. point in the child's life. Heretofore it has only been seen by its parents, tho slaves on duty and a few intim ito friends of tho family, now, however, it may be seen Ly everybody, and is re- garded as fairly launched on tho tide of existence.
 Several charms arc attached to it's body, for protection against the 'tevil eye" boys wearing thom to certain age, and girls still longer. The favor ite charm consists of a gold or silver locket, worn on chain.
 l Tho smallest children among the Arabians are strongly perfumed; every thing they usc, from clothing to articles of toilet, is covered at night with jessa' mine, and before it is used, fumigated with amber and musk, and sprinkled with altar of roses.
Connecticut western news., 1888-07-18
An Odd School Book.

'Tho new Primer for tho Peoples Schools in Kameroon,' Africa, com piled by Dr. Christaller, has been pre- scntcd to Prince Bismarck" says Lon- don newspaper. 'It appears that the native children will have to learn four different alphabets-Germau print, Ger man writing, Duala print, and Duala writing. The Duala language is not to be printed or written in tho customary German letters, but in the sc-called Lrtin letters which arc u cd by all the people of Western Europe except the Germans, and which the latter now use in all th.ir scientific works. Perhaps the English reader would like to sec a specimen of Duala. The reading book contains a chapter on 'Thc Mouse, which stand, as follows in Duala: ~Pue salo. CTho mouse is llttlc,) E bon monde ma bwaba, na masongo, ma bow oli. (Sho had long tall and sharp tecth.) Puo tond kokctele, no ny amso gita bu<a nema @ mazda. (The mouse is fond of gnawiug, and spells much more than sho can eat The many open vowols and the comparative fewncss of consonants giv, the Duala language a very mclodious character, and rcndor it peculiarly 'siugable.'"