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Morning journal and courier., 1888-04-24
LEGAL RATTLE OPENED.
The Contest for Possession of she oak
 Hall Clothing Store.

The Contest for Possession of she Oak
 Hall Clothing Store.
 The contest over the possession of "Oak Halp took on legal aspect yesterday when Bristol. Stoddard & Bristol, attorneys for in the hands of Constable Jonathan W. Pond 8 writ against A. O. Norton, Louis L. Norton and Massena Clark, praying that the lease of the Oak Hall premises obtained by the Nor tons about the 1st of January be assigned to the plaintiffs; for decree declaring that the Nortons have no interest in the lease except as they hold it in trust for the plaintiffs, and for an injunction restaining the Nortons and Massena Clark from taking possession of the premises or interfering with their use by Barnby & Co. It will be re membered that A, o. Norton, for years the manager of Oak Hall, recently severed his connection with that establishment and went into business for himself, T. A. Wyre succeeding him at Oak Hall. Meantime Norton & Son had secured a lease of the store from Massena Clark from May 1, 1888, and the present legal fight is over the possession of this lease.
 Among other things the plaintiffs allepe that MT. Norton has been for years their con fdentlal agent, transacting all their business in connection with the New Haven establish ment until January 15, 1888, and they have under his advice spent many thousand dol lars in fitting up the store, and that there is valuable good will connected with the busi- ness which the Nortons, they allege, are seek ing fraudulently to deprive them of. At Mir. Norton's desire and request they permitted him to advertise and do business largely in his own name. That they have long intend- ed to renew their lease, as Merton & Son we'll knew, and that the fixtures of great value in their present position would be worth but little elsewhere. Barnaby 6 Go. also allege that the Nortons, in order to obtain possession of the premises and their good will, told the plaintiffs that they were going away from New Haven and out of the busi- ness, desiring, therefore, to sever their con- nection with the plaintiffs, after having as- sisted the latter in making arrangements for a renewal of the lease and then gave the plaintiffs to understand that the lease did not expire until May, 1889. That Merton & Son knowing all these facts obtained them selves lease of the premises from May, 1888, carrying on the negotiations without the or interest of Barnaby & Co.,, and while still in the latter's employ. The Prov idence firm assert that they are ready to as- sume and to carry out the terms of the lease given to the Nortons and that if obliged to quit possession of the premises it will result in great damage to them.
Morning journal and courier., 1888-04-24
P1eOrr HEADS THE DELEeArIoN,

Democrats Elect Delegates to go to the
 State Convention at HartfOrd-Pfgots,
 Grant, Wagner and States Get There
 -The Convention a Very Quiet one.
 Last night the political pot simmered peacefully for an hour in Turn hall, where the Democratic delegates of the town had assembled to elect delegates to the State con- ventiop, where the delegates will be sent to represent Connecticut at the national con- vention in St. Louis. There were sev- eral politicians who had the delegate bee in their hats. and some of them couldn't hold it and it escaped.
 Before the convention many of the dele gates were out on the sidewalk buttonholing one another. All were merry then; after the convention many were disgruntled and ssswore revenge" while the others wore the same smile as of yore.
 It was a quiet convention, which was somewhat of a surprise to many. The most vigorous fight was by Commissioner James N States. He was not present in person, but his friends, Thomas Sullivan, William Noonan & Co.,, were there and pulled the wires for him, and they were at last success ful.
 The convention was called to order at $40 by Chairman Shannon of the Democratic town committee. Attorney John c. Galla- pher was chosen chairman and Mir. James H. Collins secretary.
 Town Agent Reynolds in few words pre- scented the name of James P. Pigott for first delegate and William Noonan that of James N. States. Isaac Wolf, James McGann and M. E. Tracy were appointed tellers. The secretary called the name of each delegate and each announced his choice. The result was: PiQott 36, States 21 For second delegate George M. Grant re- ceiYed 36 votes and Thomas K. Dunn 20. MT. Grant was elected.
 For third delegate MT. States name was again put forward by Bernard McManus. The result: William H. Law il, S. Harrison Wagner IT, Daniel Gilhuly 2, James N. States 21.
 It looked as if MT. States might be elected, but Chairman Gallagher read letter from MT. Law wishing his name to be withdrawn. This split the vote, and almost all who had voted for Law. went over to Wagner. MT. States had twenty-one good and true friends at any rate, and four more joined them. The result of the second ballot was Wagner 28, States 25, Gilhuly 3; necessary to choice
 Charles Lichtenstein had been keeping track of the vote, and when he saw that Mir. Wagner lacked but one vote to be elected he arose before the chairman announced the re- suit and wished to have his vote changed. This elected Mr. Wagner.
 For the fourth delegate MT. States name was again presented. The result of the first ballot was: Samuel D. Betts 23, James N. States 27, Daniel Gilhuly 5, Francis Donnelly 1; necessary to a choice 29.
 Mir. States friends created stir for g few seconds by speaking to delegates, and the second ballot elected him: States s3, Betts g, Gilhuly 3.
 The convention then adjourned.
Morning journal and courier., 1888-04-24

Interesting Paper by William L.
 KinGsley Upon tho Influences that
 Made the PurItang.
 In commemoration of these anniversary days of the founding of New Haven, the Congregational club kept ''open house' last night at it's regular monthly meeting. About 100 members of the club sat down to supper in the chapel of the United church at 6 o'clock, after which it regathered in Center church to listen to a paper by William L. Kingsley, editor of the New Englander and Yale Review, upon "The Puritan character and the result of historic forces" The body of the church was we'll filled with represen- tatives of the various Congregational churches of the city and adjoining towns. The choir of Center church, under the direc- ton of Organist Ford, occupied the gallery and after the rendering of the voluntary carried the older members of the audience back to other days by rendering "Old Sher- burne" in truly ancient and stately style. Rev Dr. TwitchelI of the Dwight Place church presided, and in opening the ser vices spoke of the object and history of the club. Prayer was offered by Rev. Dr. Shorey, president of Gates university of Nebraska. The paper of Mr. Kingsley was 6 most able production, critically reviewing the. progress of English civilization from 8 period 250 years before the landing of the Pilgrims and the causes which led to Puritanism.
Morning journal and courier., 1888-04-24

From a Lady to the NEaster1y HistorI- l cal Address of Rev. Dr. SmYth DeIfv- cred Last Sunday.
 April s5, 1888. ! To the Editor of the JOURNAL AND COURIER: have just finished the perusal of the mas- | terly occasional sermon by the Rev. Dr. Newman Smyth delivered in the historic church upon our beautiful Green yesterday morning. and my heart is deeply stirred by its eloquent, Christ-like utterances. It's truthfulness as a picture of what that church
 has been in our land, and the patriotism that breathes through so many glowing periods, stirs my soul like a trumpet blast. But write to speak of one marked diff ference between this historical discourse and that of Rev. Thomas R. Bacon delivered when the city of New Haven celebrated it's centen. nial.
 Dr. Smyth does not fail to acknowledge in fitting terms the obligations of the commu- nifty and the church to the faithful women,
 as well as the faithful men, who all along the years of it's history have assisted in it's growth and helped to secure it's prosper ity, while Mr. Bacon mentioned not even the fact that woman had ever set foot in New Haven before or since
 it became city. In referring to the various churches or the city, MT. Bacon did not fail
 to mention the Jews and the Catholics, as well as the Bsptists and Methodists, Episco-
 palians and Congregationalists, but he did not mention the Universalists, though they had been an organized body in this city for more than fifty years. I do not attempt to explain the reasons for such omission on the part of the son of man who deserved all that Dr. Smyth says of him in respect to fearlessness and fidelity, but do not hesi- tate to say that a historian needs firm pur- pose to gain accuracy and fearless pen in fairness to all.
 There is no such flaw in the sermon of Dr. Smyth. As descendent of Tristram Coffin (the first chief magistrate of Naugatuck Is- land from 1859 till his death, believe, in 16S2), who was a man of moral courage and conscientious speech, Dr. Smyth has proved
 himself worthy of his honorable ancestry, and this discourse will be handed down to future generations as an evidence that in the long line of worthy ministers who have served at the altar of that ancient church upon the Green he has righteously gained place.
 speak not alone for myself but for many others who, though outside the pale of the church, yet recognize and rejoice in the fair ness and historic accuracy of its pastor.
 PHEBE A. HANAFoRD,-
 NEW HAVEN, Conn. 539 Howard avenue
Morning journal and courier., 1888-04-24
THE KNIGHTS OF C0LUMBUsN

VIII Parade T0.M0rroVv Headed by
 Weeds Band Of Hartford.
 The committee who have in charge the de- tails of the Knights of Columbus participa- ton in the Founders day parade yesterday engaged Weeds band of Hartford to head their column. District Deputy Thomas F. Campbell has been chosen marshal for the Knights column, and he will appoint num- Der of aids from each council who will form his staff and will appear mounted. Strenu- ous efforts are being made to get out large representation of the Knights, and from the great enthusiasm prevailing in the order it is more that probable that they will form one of the largest and best appearing bodies among the uniformed civic societies. The Knights are ordered to report at 9:S0 sharp at the council chamber in Woods building, wearing 10 far as possible dark clothes, derby hats and white gloves, and carrying walking sticks. Marshal Campbell and the committee of arrangements are strenuously urgent that every Knight in New Haven, and sojourning Knights as well, appear in the column to- morrow, aHd make their part of the celebra- tion of Founders day grand and memorable amncAge
Morning journal and courier., 1888-04-24
City MlpsfOmg,

There was large attendance at all the meetings of the city missions Sunday. A hearty desire is expressed by the families near the Goffe street hall to have regular services held there during the summer as well as during the winter and spring, and an effort will be made to do SO. At the central rooms on Meadow street the Sunday evening meeting was in charge of the Christian En- deayor society of the United church, MT. W. R. Downs conducting the services. There was singing by Misses Munger and Wood- end and Messrs. Burtner and Chapman as a quartette. At the Washington market hall on Grand avenue Messrs. Corbin and Stagg, well known in college athletics, were among the students who conducted the services of the evening.
Morning journal and courier., 1888-04-24
ST. GE0RGE,N RAY.
A Fine Celebration Last Night By
 the St. George club.

Fine Celebration Last Night By
 the St. George club.
 The annual banquet in honor of St. Georges day was held last evening at Gun ning's restaurant, State street. About one hundred and fifty sat down to an elegantly prepared banquet. The place was decorated, with the American and British flags adorned in the center, with the picture of Queen Vic- toria. The festivities opened with a selec- ton by the St. Georges band, their first public appearance, after which prayer was offered by Rev. Fletcher. Letters of regret were read by the chairman of the committee, Dr. J. A. Dobson, from Professors Sumner and Honey of Yale, and Rev. E. s. Lines of St. Paups church and from friends in Meri- den, Hartford, etc, after which remarks were listened to from President Robert Lovedsy of the Sons of St. George of the do- President of the United States" was re- sponded to by Dr. J. A. Dobson, and after remarks to the credit of our chief magistrate all remained standing and drank to the health of our president. The next toast
 "The Queen," was responded to by MT. J. A. Foster. He spoke finely and paid @ grand tribute to England's admirable and loved 4ucou1 buO Iu1C1 OL sC L4hkY 4AIAlkOuSs All again rose, and amid cheers and hand-clap- ping drank to her health. A song enti- tied England, With All Thy Faults I Love Thee Still" was sung by Brother Higgins and all joined in the cho- rus. The next toast, "Our Native Land ,'' Brother W. G. Cunning responded to in an able manner, after which another song, en- titled "Jack's Yarn" was well sung by Brother George Waterman. The toast "The Day We Celebrate'' was responded to by Brother R. J. Hawkins. Another song, en- titled the "Death of Nelson,' with piano accompaniment by the president, followed MT. Robert Loveday sang @ song and upon an encore responded with another song, en- titled ''The Midship's Night" The toast the 'sMenaory of Shakespeare, was respond- ed to by MT. J. Maekrille, who paid an ele. gant tribute to that great man, after which all drank with solemnity to the memory of Shakespeare, after which another song, en- titled "You will never miss the water till the well runs dry" was sung by Brother Fletcher. The toast "New Haven and Her Municipal Institutions was re- sponded to by Mayor s. A. York in his usual pleasing way and he was greatly applauded by all present. The next event was .song entitled "Vicar of Bray." by E. J. Holman, after which the toast oOur Adopted Country" was responded to in an able manner by Judge Sheldon and Herbert E. benbon. A selecdOn Dy the Eim City brass band was now given, after which a recitation was given in an able manner, ssThe Charge of the Light Brigade,n by Brother Charles Woods. The ssChiming Bellso was then sung by quartette from the Society of St. George. The next toast, 'sThe Press, ? was responded o1by Clarence Deming, who spoke ably. After another selection by the Elm City brass band the party broke up, all proneuneing the banquet in honor of St. George to be one of the urandest occasions In the history of the association.
Morning journal and courier., 1888-04-24
Don't be a Clam.

the country with the legend, "Den't be a clarn,n because a clam does not ssshen out'' as he wishes the public to do. Soap, how ever good, only cleanses the outside; Scotch Oats Essence, on the contrary, c1eanses, pur- ifes and strengthens the brain and nervous system, both in and out, cures neuralgia, gives new vigor, and is undoubtedly the eyeatest nexYins kneNn.
Morning journal and courier., 1888-04-24
LOCAL NEWS.
Brief mensaon.

Brief Mention.
 Physicians ledgers at Dorman's.
 Photographs of the blizzard at Northrop's.
 See change in adv. of Old Line steamboat.
 Little Flossie Davis, the Amallpox patient, was very i'll last evening.
 Attention is called to notice of licenses for vehicles, pool tables, junk dealers, etc.
 Hurlbut Brothers, grocers, Chapel cofner High streets, will close their store at'10 a. m. Wednesday for the day.
 The eighth anniversary of St. Patrick's Y. M L. association will be observed on We'd nesday evening. A banquet will be served.
 Charles Clark died at the hospital yester- day morning. He was former inmate of the almshouse, single man twenty-six years of age.
 Those who desire copies of the COURIER containing Rev. Dr. Smyth's sermon on the 250th anniversary of Center church can by applying soon obtain them at this office.
 Mrs. Bessie Starr Keefer lectured on tenn perance at the First Methodist church last night. She had a large audience present and talked on temperance from a scientific stand point.
 Silverthau, the jeweler, has one of the medals hitherto described that was made in commemoration of the two huudredth anni- versary of the city. It is an exeellently pre- served specimen.
 The corner stone of the addition to the Sacred Heart church will be laid on the first Sunday in May. The addition is large one and in the rear of the church. It is of sandstone like the main building.
 The last of the series of very pleasant sociables given by the Grand canton Golden Rule, l. O. o. F., was held last night at their armory in Exchange building. Quite large party attended. Gates orchestra furnished music, Professor Stevens prompting.
 The bodies of the twin babies who were thrown offo the dock Saturday night were buried yesterday by the town. Coroner Mix upon investigation found that the premature birth was by accident. and the mother is respectable hut poor woman and unable to bear the expense of burial.
 The Grays will give a reception at their rooms on Founders day from 8 to 2. It is understood large number of ex-menbers from different parts of the country will be here on that day, and the affair is for their benefit. Ex Captain Stillman has written to ex-Mayor Lewis that he will attend.
 City Attorney Daley will investigate re- garding the methods of doing business at the auction store in the old Register building, complaint having been made to him yester- day on the subject. A boy who made com. plaint that he had been cheated in buying a chain and ring at the store was sent back to the store accompanied by Police Sergeant pr. coll, but the former refused to refund ,lves busney and take back the goods. Hence n the ct attorneY's action.
Morning journal and courier., 1888-04-24
Tuesday. April 24, Iess.


NEW ADVERTISEMENTS TO-DAY. Auction Sale-B. Booth. Board and Rooms-161 York Street. Boston Symphony Orchestra-Hyperion Theater. Fine Fresh Eggs-D. M. Welch & Son. For Rent-Tenements-460 Chapel Street. ForSalo-Crib Bed-H. W. For SaIe-Carriage-R -Ruickholdt's Stable. Founders' Day-Mayor's Order. Important Notico-Hauh Brothers. NeetinR-Committee on Sewers. Nathushek Pianos-At L0onois'. New Haven Steamboat CeHpany-John H. Ward. Notice-Admiral Foote Post. Notice-Chief of Police. New Haven Nurseries-Pickett Pew Rentals-Et. Thomas Church. Red Men-John E. Hunt, Chief Reasonable Goods-Bolten & Nicely Wanted Cottage-J. E. B., Jr WantedEBoy-P. O. Box ,252 Orange Street. Wanted-Girls-At the Bleachery. Wanted -Butcher-Meat Market. Wanted-C Country Board-P. O. Box 596 Wanted-Girl-400O Orange Street. Wanted-Woman-C L.. Smedley. Wanted-Girl-446S State Street. Wanted-Girl-68 Congress Avenue. Wanted-Girl-79 Broad Street. Wanted-SitHatioA-137 Lloyd Street. Wanted-S Sttuation-123A Ashmun Street. Wanted -Situation-46 Nicon Street. Watch Repairing-C. J. Monson Son.
Morning journal and courier., 1888-04-24
The People Dissatisfied,

MERIDEN, April 23.-The talk of the city is the action of the officials of the Consoli- dated road running the new express train through this city without stopping. It is threatened to limit the speed of the train within the city limits to six miles per hour unless they comply with the demands. At that rate it will take the train half an hour to pass through Meriden.
Morning journal and courier., 1888-04-24
nc eos Drunk.

An iron band riveted aroMnd q maM's head will not prevent it from swelling the rnorninR after big drunk, but Scotch Oats Krgence will reduce it very quickly. and at Nhe same time take away all headache, eAeadya and calm tho nerves and set yea atrniahk i'm am hour. It is Aat1rsss natural eoaktnil, aa web e the greatest ef an brain mMa neEYe toniss.
Morning journal and courier., 1888-04-24

I will pay cash for 13 second d-hand uprighl ering & Sons, Haines Brothers, Hardman, Behning, George Steck Opera, Harrington 6 Co.,, c. H. Stone & Co. If you have one ol more call at the Temple of Music and you will receive gol6 for the same from
 a21 St .. N. LOOMS.
Morning journal and courier., 1888-04-24
NEW HAVEN, CONN.
L-e-.nnInn Rataa

oLe YEAR, $500; SIX MONTHS, $S.OO; THary MONTHS, $1.5O; ONE MONTH. 50 CENTS ONE WEEK, 16 CENTS; SINGLE COPIES, GENTS.
Morning journal and courier., 1888-04-24

By 8 PhYsacEMng s'My wife is shsong advocate of your Quinine Plaster. It relieved
 ! her immensely She had pain in the slde.
Morning journal and courier., 1888-04-24
The PopuIatIon of New Haven

The Population of New Haven
 Is about 80, GOO and we would say at least one-half are troubled with some affection of the throat and lungs, as these complaints are, according to statistics, more numerous than others. We would advise all our readers not to neglect the opportunity to call on their druggist and get bottle of Kemp's Balsam for the Throat and Lungs. Trial size free. Large bottles 50c and $1. Sold by all drug. gists. d&w
Morning journal and courier., 1888-04-24
1t Gives Good SatIsfactiOn.

Mr. H. B. Cox of Fernbank, suburb oi Cincinnati, Ohio, is at the Tontine, this city MT. Cox is the inventor of an electrical reg ister for use of water companies to note the amount of water in feet or inches that ii drawn off or runs. into the reservoirs. The New Haven Water company will have one placed in their office to-day, and then do away with the services of the man who has been stationed at their reservoirs to keep &C., count of the height of the water daily kharain
Morning journal and courier., 1888-04-24
WEATHER RECORD,
INDICATIONS FOR TO-DAY.

WAR DEPARTMENT, OFFICE OF THE CHIEF SIGNAL SERVICE, WASHINGTON, D. O., a.m.. April 24, 1888. For New England: Fair weather, preceded in western Maine by light rains snow, fresh to brisk northwest winds backing to westerly slight changes in temperature.
Morning journal and courier., 1888-04-24
The Postomce on Foundors, Day.

The POSt0Mce On FOunderss Day.
 The postofice department announces the following in regard to the office on Founders day:
 The postoffice will close at 12 that day. The corridor will be open as usual. The carriers window will be open from till o'clock in the evening.
Morning journal and courier., 1888-04-24
Special 9ntiees.
Why Should Spirit Of Mortal Be Proud? WHY SHOULD Amy Clothing Dealer Say, THIS IS THE PLACE
 TO BUY CLOTH ! N c ?

It surely will have no weight with the public unless he con- vinces them beyond a cavil or doubt of" the truthfulness of his statement. The goods he offers may be seasonable, but that don't make them cheap or desir- able. They may be unseason- able or unserviceable, or if pos sessing those virtues they may be unpopular, because of color, pattern, or make. To be en- tirely desirable means that they must possess the requirement of fashion or appropriateness, be of reliable manufacture, season. able and low priced. This is the class of goods we are offering our patrons, and this is what is sending the Trade Temperature up and up at the headquarters for reliable Clothing,
Morning journal and courier., 1888-04-24
A TRIRUTE

From a Lady to the IasterIy HistorI- cal Address of Rev. Dr. SmYth Deliv- cred Last Sunday.
Morning journal and courier., 1888-04-24

People squint Business Advertisements many angles that attempt adjust the focus competitors who take distorted view of the situation
 Since anuary have advertised medium and low priced Shoes such large discounts from bygone prices temporaes nevous that have gone largely cheap goods So we have in the that sell the Shoes that have found satisfactory years fifty dollar pair reduction from last and have found to advantage give the saving competitors may be pardoned for their mistake
 Yes we have gone largely into cheap Shoes and give good value to-day for $500 formerly for $4oo There better of the effect prices of strong
 on among Shoe Manufacturers than the situation affords
 We have carried large stock of really Fine Shoes and their selling marked in plain guresteen tyflve per cent. less than last years prices
 Our list of "job lots" and bargains" varies weekly
Morning journal and courier., 1888-04-24
THE ORDER TO THE OLD BOYS.
THE coNGREGATTONAL CLUB.

Interesting Paper by wIIHfam l.. Kingsiey Upon tho Influences shat Made the PurItanS.