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Connecticut western news., 1888-02-29
LAX EVlLL Es

The young people enjoyed day or two of fine skating on the lake. last week and some of the .'children of 8 large growth" enjoyed g little horse rac- ing on the ice. -....
 Last weeks thaw has brought out wagons again.
 A number of people are suffering from colds probably caused by the change able weather.
 Will Bissel spent few days at home last week.
 The entertainment given by the Christian Endeas or Society, Friday eve ming. was we'll attended and was pro- nounced very interesting by those who were present.
 It is reported that Mrs Baker is to leave Lakeville, and that she is not only going to change her residence, but also her name. Her many friends and pat ,rops will find it matter of much regret to lose her.
 The members of the M. E. church and other of his friends hold donation supper for the benefit of Rev s. J. Nc Cutcheon this We'd evening, in the Academy hall. All come out and helr mak this the grand success it should be.
Connecticut western news., 1888-02-29
NORTH CORNWALL.

In a community like ours the loss by death or otherwise, of prominent citizen, causes 8 vacancy seemingly irrepairable. We felt this keenly last summer, when we were called upon to mourn the loss of our esteemed neigh Dor, R. I. Scoville. always kind and obliging, it seemed 8 pleasure to him. to contribute to the happiness of others, and his large farm bore evidence of his close attention to business. Since his death the farm has been in charge of his son, Samuel R. Scoville, who we are glad to see takes much interest in agriculture and evlnces the ability to conduct affairs successfully. -
 There has been considerable said at one timo and another about having a driveway around our beautiful lake, and we believe the time Is coming when it will be accomplished. It certainly would be appreciated by many of us.
 We hear some favorable comments reearding the farm Improvements made
Connecticut western news., 1888-02-29
Rotne0rD.


 Return the gold pin and get the reward. See advertisement.
 Farm at Canaan Valley to let. See advertisement.
 Now read Fl. J. Baker & Bros adver- tisement of fertilizers.
 Now is your chance to buy fine team of young horses. See adv.
 Mrs William J. Thomson offers her farm for sale near this village. See advertisement.
 The tax payers of the the town oi Salisbury are hereby requested to read w. B. Perry's notice in another column.
 Messrs Sardam & Canfield's new adv. ertisement gives you some good advice about buying lumber and building tim Der. Read it.
Connecticut western news., 1888-02-29
SOUTH ERIN NEW MARLBORO.

Have had few nice days of fine weather but at this writing, Feb 2h, an easterly snow storm is raging fearfully.
 There has been but few times in sever- al years when locomolion zwas more difficult and dangerous than at atthepres- ent time. James Kennison, farmer in the east part of the town, had 8 hard experience in trying to get to Norfolk, after few cwt of meal. He undertook to go through the. creek and across the reservoir; went Q mile or more, found SO much water that he returned to the read and afterward went as best he could through the lots and over three stone walls, all of which he passed safe- ly with an empty sleigh till he got to Norfolk. Returning with his meal he managed by unloading his meal at tho stone walls, then relocating again, to get safely home. o. A. Gibson, started for Norfolk the next day and had got in sight of Norfolk, the other side of the Mountain when his horse stopped at 8 dangerous, pokerish- looking place, and refused to pass. So he had to return home. imagine that if he had seen the selectmen just then he might have given them mild hint to open the road
 There are several cases of, measles in the south part of the town. Earl Sar- dams children are now having them.
 Tax Collector Moran is around look ing after taxes. %,-.. ,.-.- 4<. "a -4
 Sheldon Norton was 84 years old on Sunday Feb 19. He walked three miles last Saturday, in the driving storm.
 w. B. Gibson & Son are getting lots of white oak and spruce timber aud are preparing for an extensive business in tub and pail making the coming season.
Connecticut western news., 1888-02-29
AHEEElELD.

The ladies of the M E. church will give . sociable Wednesday, March 7th, afternoon and evening at the residence of Mir Zacheus Candee.
 The children, grandchildren, and oth- CT relatives, met at the home of Mr and Mrs l.. s. Parsons, Tuesday, the 18th, afternoon and evening for surprise visit, the occasion being the fiftieth anniversary of their marriage. Quite . number of people from here went to Ct Burlington last Friday even- ing to hear the lecture given by Rev Sam Small, and all were we'll pleased.
 This week Friday evening the Friend ly Union will meet for the close of the winter sesslon, when Miss M. E. Dewey will give us history of the Mem rial hall after which business meeting will be held and the officers elected for the next year.
 | Miss Amy Jenkins, of New York, was present at the Union last week and sang several songs, very sweetly. She ii being trained at the City hospital for z nurse. We wish her success in that work of which there is so much need
Connecticut western news., 1888-02-29

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Connecticut western news., 1888-02-29

John Drum recently had swelling or tumor removed from his neck, and Monday the wound commenced bleed ing again. His condition is serious al- though not critical.
 The great strike of the engineers and firermen on the Chicago, Burling. ton & Quincy railroad begun at o'clock Monday morning and 1900 men left their engines. Business is practically suspended on the main line and all it's branches.
 Charles Boinay and companion, supposed to be his brother Peter Boi- nay, were arrested at Ghent, N. Y, Fob 20 and lodged in Hudson jail. They are supposed to have committed the Ingrahsm robbery at Amenia, N Y and belong to gang who have committed various depredations in Columbia coun- ty. Charles has served two years in state prison for stealing $f5 from his cousin, Augutus Boinay, who resides here in Canaan.
 The Gardiner farm, situated in Goshen, one mile from Milton, will be sold at public aution on Saturday, March 10, at p. m. The farm contains 112 acres. The large house on the premises has been used for several seasons for keeping summer boarders.
 The annual meeting. for the elect ion of officers, of the Cannan Village Improvement Association will be held at V- I. halt this Wednesday, evening at 7:3e o'clock. The present manage ment have reason to be proud of the res cord for the past year. Their predecess- ors sunk $5S. 19 the previous year. and retired leaving deficit of $26. 70. A de- tailed report of the last fscial year Till be presented at the annual meeting this evening. We do not wish to forestall the report so we win defer it and pub- fish it next week in connection with the report of election of officers. Suffice to say. notwithstanding the outlay for ex- traordinary repairs and equipment dur ing the past year there is now $2O 30 cash in the treasury, but the present re- port leaves us in doubt whether the deficit shown by the previous report has been cancelled or not, but we have the impression that it was cancelled by in- dividual contribution.
Connecticut western news., 1888-02-29
UyFHuNVILLE.

The body of Robert Crowley was found in the raceway where it he'd lain eight days. He was last seen leaving the Mcdonald hotel about 2 o'clock in the morning in an intoxicated condition. His family have the sympathy of tho public.
 The Cowles Paper Company are in 8 state of financial embarrassment. '- A meeting of the creditors was held at their office and probably receiver will be appointed.
 The recent rain and warm spell broke up the ice in the river which passed out without doing any damage in this vii cinity. +,.. .- -a...@
 Investments in Gogebic mining stocks was all the rage in this place year or two since, but now those that invested are in rage over losing their hard earned dollars.
Connecticut western news., 1888-02-29

by Austin Brush during the past year 0, two. Several fields have been entirely cleared of stones and many rods oi strong, substantial stone fence made Suppose each one of the farmers ir Cornwall would do as much every year Who can estimate the result {? h
 It is rumored that Will Rogers has accepted a situation elsewhere and will leave Rogers Farm" about April 1st We wish him the very best of fortune, and he will take with him, wherever he goes, the good wishes of the whole community.
 Ned Bradley has gone to North Hampton for few days vacation.
 Mrs Eliza M. Rogers is making -s short visit in town. c. :
Connecticut western news., 1888-02-29
SAllSBs) Y.

Not much news.
 The sick are all convalescent. Frank Spur and Mrs Hubbard were both on the street yesterday.
 Geo H. Clark will not close his store in Ore Hill April 1st as was reported.
 Andrew J. Winters has bought 8 house and lot on Railroad street. ~
 Mrs Dr W. G, Wright is in New York - this week. .~-. -.@
 Large and growing congregations at tend the Lenten services in St. Johns church, Rev J. S. Crockett preached last Wednesday evening on Genesis iv, g, "Where is thy brother, setting forth the responsibility in the church for non-church-goers. The preacher this evening is the Rev G. W. Griffith. sub ject, Responsibility for Belief" The services begins at ' 80 o'clock. <
Connecticut western news., 1888-02-29
SOUTH CANAAN.

The freshet of last week impeded travel for several days. The stage omitted it's daily trips through this place from Monday to Thursday.
 The Rev Mir Mason. from North Cornwall, exchanged with the Rev MT Buel on Sunday, and gave us fine sermon.
 The funeral of Andrew Hull, an old soldier was attended at the house of Watson Dean on Friday afternoon. MT Porter Smith, of Sheffield, has engaged the farm of w. G. Kellogg for the coming year. . Although the snow drifts loom up about us, we occasionally enjoy spring like day. The blue birds have put in an appearance and the cold weather of February is said to promise a propi- tious May. Miss Fannie James, 8 former resident of this place, is visiting at W. G. Kellogg's.
 There are rumors and signs of . wedding In the near future. That's right girls, assert your privileges, for leap-year comes but once in four years.
 The chimney of A. B. Benton's house took fire during the high wind oi Saturday, but by the timely and liberal use of salt serious confagration was averted. Moral, clean out your chim- ney in wet weather. -.. l Received too late for last week. | The funeral of Christian Wilms, was attended at this church on Friday after. noon, the Rev MT Moore officiating. HS had been resident of this town foi many years and was generally esteemed
 The church was we'll filled on Sun. day, and those present listened with interest to fine sermon from the Rev Mir Buel.
 Master Willie Page is suffering from an affection of the eyes, and IS about te visit Hartford oculist for treatment.
Connecticut western news., 1888-02-29
|. CLAYTON.

MT and Mrs B. M. Rood have return ed from their trip to Falls River,- Mass. 1, and Manchester, Conn. sf
 Rumor says Stanley Barnes will move in the spring, into the house now oc- cupied by Fred Reel, on the road lead ing from here to Ashley Falls, and Mir Reel will move to Canaan, to work in the quarry. s.ss ,f : : k: f.1 <
 MT Taft will come homo again the last of this week. He bought a dog of Mir Elwin, of Canaan, to guard his pre- misses during his absense. Burglars beware!
Connecticut western news., 1888-02-29
Farms for Sale or Rent,

A FARM of 130 acres just outside the A borough oi Winsted; ted. VIII keep IS or 20 wholesaled in Winsted. Has proved itself to be one of the best paying farms in the county Buildings o. K. Also 8 or 10 COWS, 8 fine yoke of Oxen, Horse, Wagons and tools for carrying on the farming and milk bushes. $6, GOO will buy everything. One-haf the pur- chase money can lay on farm mortgage, or will lease farm to good parties that will buy stock and tools.
 Also the Daniel White farm, situated in the town or sharon, two miles from Lime Rock. in Whites Hollow, (so-called.) This will also be for rent if not sold by April 1st. Price S, 900. One-third can remain on mortgage. For particulars address
 JAMES E. DEAN, '"- '[- Winsted Conn
Connecticut western news., 1888-02-29
Notice To Tax Payers.

A Town Salisbury on the assessment list of 1887, are hereby notified that will meet them at McElroy's store, Chapinville, Thursday, March 13, from a. m, until 10 a. m. at c. H. Glen's store, Salisbury, on the same day, from Il a. m until D. m. at Geo. H. Clarks store Ore Hill, on the same day from p. m. until p. m.; at David Watts store, Falls Village, Friday, March 18th, from Q. m. until IF n. at JamesH. Barnum's store. Lime Rock, on the same day, from p. m. until4 D.. m.; at my house in Lakeville, Saturday, March IT., from ga m. until s12 m. =.
 All persons neglecting to to pay said tax on the days above mentioned will be charged legal fees. Interest at the rate of nine per cont per annurn, will be added to all taxes remaining unpaid after the first day of May, 1888. VIM. B PERRY, Collector. :.
 Lakeville, Ct. Feb, 27, 1888.
Connecticut western news., 1888-02-29
TAX NOTICE,

NOTICE is hereby given that the rato bill IN of 1888, on list of 1887, for the town of Cornwall, is placed in my hands for collec- ton. Said taxes are due on the 1st day of March, 1888. Three-fourths of one DOT cent will be charged each month thereafter, be- ginning on the 1st day of April.
 I will meet the taxpayers and receive taxes on the following days, viz: On Thursday, March 29, at 10 o'clock, a. m., at c. E. Wilcox < Sons store on Friday, March 3oth 10 o'clock, a. m., at Cornwall Bridge Iron Co.'S store; on Saturday, March 9lst, 10 o'clock. 2. m.. at Smith & Sons store.
 c. E. BALDWIN, collector.
 West Cornwall, Conn.,, Feb. IS, 1888.
Connecticut western news., 1888-02-29
MILL RIVER.

Mir James Reyes, died last Thursday morning. after 8 short illness, aged 6S years. The funeral was held Saturday |.
 A four-in-hand load of thirteen took . sleigh ride Friday evening to Ct Bar ringtOn, to hear the lecture by Sam Small \ good time vas imported.
Connecticut western news., 1888-02-29
DE ED

KEYEs-At Mill River, Mass, Feb. 23, James - Reyes, aged 68 years. -r, ,.12 WILMoT-At Madison, Ind, Feb 23, Mrs Mary <. Wilmot, aged 76 years. See Ct Harrington P correspondence.)
 PRATT-At Kent, Feb 21, Edward M. Pratt,
 aged "A years and 3 months. ,BURToN-At Kent, (Macedonia) Feb A, James
 Burton, aged 79 years.
Connecticut western news., 1888-02-29

A.Cord.
 Desiring to express my hearty thanks for the kindness and sympathy so generously extended to me by friends and neighbors during the recent sickness and deaths in my family, and being unable to do this in person, allow me in this manner to assure all who have helped and sympathized with me in my afdiction, of my full appreciation and sincere gratitude. MRS CATHARINE SILvERNA1L. Lakeville, Conn.,. Feb 21, '88.
Connecticut western news., 1888-02-29
Horses For Sale.

A PAIR of young Black Horses, weight fA about 210O pounds; sound, kind and gentle; suitable for farm team or carriage. Will be sold separate or together. Call on or address, J. L. GILLETTE,
 Canaan, Conn.,, Feb. 29, 1888.
Connecticut western news., 1888-02-29
BORN ,

BORN. FERRY-At Mill River, Mass, Feb. 19 a son to Henry D. and Ruth A. Ferry. G1NaREE-At East Canaan, Feb 2d, son to Warden and Anna Gingree. "
Connecticut western news., 1888-02-29
Farm to Let

TNO man with small family. Mono need ! apply unless able to furnish satisfactory references as to honesty and sobriety.
 H. MEAD. Canaan Valley, Feb. 27, 1888.
Connecticut western news., 1888-02-29
02 Acres '! 92
FOR SALE,

THE property situated in the town of
 l Cornwall, about two miles from Cornwall Bridge. known as the Addison Pritchard place, consisting of about IA acres of land, 2 houses, barn, milk house and mill one house supplied with running water; plenty of fruit. Place will keep two cows, good water mill, etc. Just the place for a man of mechanical abilities. Immediate possession given. Enquire of
 WILLIE F. MYERS, Cornwall Bridge, or c. B. BENNETT, Norfolk, Conn. Dec. 18th, 1887.
Connecticut western news., 1888-02-29
LOS T,

.~- LOST, . TN this village, Feb 14th, Gold Pin, I adorned with letter '' B. and society em- blem. A liberal reward will be paid for it's return to LOCK BOX 6, Canaan, Conn. E,oR sALE-The property of Mrs Vim. J. I Thomson, near Canaan, on the c. w. R. R., contains 50 acres, part of which contains lime stone. For information address Mrs Wm J. Thomson, 92 Yorkville Ave. Toronto Ont
Connecticut western news., 1888-02-29
Help Wanted.

A YOUNG man to work on dairy farm A Must be a good milker and understand driving horses. Steady employment and fail wages to the right man.
Connecticut western news., 1888-02-29

klxivs rom soushasld. Mill River and Clay ten at s.lo \. II. Close 1t 1 F.. II.
 ]. B. HARDENBHRoH, P. M.
Connecticut western news., 1888-02-29
Also Wanted,

A N honest, active boy about fourteen years
 A of age, to assist in retailing milk in
 Winsted and to make himself generally use- full on farm. Call on or address, H. K. WHITE, Box 82, Winsted, Ct.
Connecticut western news., 1888-02-29

This powder never varies. A marvel of purity, strength and wholesomeness. More economical than the ordinary kinds, and can of low test, short weight, alum or phosphate powders. Sold only in cans. ROYAL BAK- ING POWDER Co.,, 106 Wall St., Y.
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1888-09-12
OFFICIAL NOTICE OF QUARANTINE.
BOARD OF SANITARY COMMISSIONERS !
SANANNAH GA. Aug. II. 1898. [

SAVANNAH, GA, Aug. II. 1888. /
In view OF the prevalence of yellow fever in
East and South Florida the want of proper quar-
antine restrictions in said portions of
the State and the great danger of the
spread of the disease westward unless prompt
its doing so, the board of sanitary commission
ers OF the city of Savannah, with view to the
prevention of the Introduction of the disease
in our midst, announce that all passengers de-
string to come to this city from any and all
points in Florida south and east of the line
drawn from Cedar Keys to Fernandna via
Gainesville, shall present satisfactory evidence
that they have not been in any part of the ter
ritory above specified within ten days previous,
and that their baggage shall have undergone
thorough fumigation and disinfection under the
direction OF officials of the United States
marine hospital service. rigid examination
OF all trains bearing passengers to this city will
be made regularly. and all persons desiring to
come to this city are hereby warned that salts
factory evidence must be presented to the
health authorities that they have not been ex-
before being allowed to enter the CITY, or hav-
ing been in the locality above mentioned, that
they have complied with the above regulations
No freight from any portion of the territory
above cited will be permitted to be brought to
the city except by special permit of the board
OF sanitary commissioners, under such restric-
tons may be deemed by them necessary for
the preservation of the public health.
MAYORS OFFICE,
SAVANNAH, GA, Aug. II, 1888.
The foregoing is published and will be en-.
forced as the orders of the city of Savannah.
- RUFUS f. LESTER, Mayor.
T Attest:
SEAL. FRANK f. REBARER,
| Clerk of Council.
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1888-09-12
SPECIAL NOTICE.
OFFICE HEALTH OFFICER


SAVANNAH, GA, April Both, 1888
From and after MAY 1st. 1888, the City Ordi-
nance which specifies the Quarantine require
ments to be observed at the port Of Savannah
Georgia. for the period Of time (annually) from
MAY list to NOVEMBER list, viii be most
rigidly enforced
Merchants and all other parties interested
will be supplied with printed copies of the
Quarantine Ordinance upon application to office
of the Health Officer. From and after this
date. and until further notice, all Steamships
and Sailing Vessels from South America, Cen
trail America, Mexico, West Indies Sicily ports
OF Italy south of 40o north latitude and coast of
Africa between 10o north and 40 south Latitude
direct or via American ports, will be subject to
close quarantine and be required TO report at
the Quarantine Station and be- treated as being
from infected or suspected ports or localities
Captains OF these Vessels will have to remain
at the Quarantine Station until their vessels arc
relieved. All steamers and sailing vessels from
Foreign ports not included above, direct or via
American ports, whether seeking, chartered or
otherwise, will be required to remain 10 quaran-
tine until boarded and passed up by the Quaran-
tine Officer. Neither the Captains nor any one
on board such vessels will be allowed to come
to the city until the vessels are inspected and
passed by the Quarantine Officer
As ports or localities not herein enumerated
are reported unhealthy to the Sanitary Authori-
ties Quarantine restrictions against same will
be enforced without further publication.
The Quarantine regulations requiring tho
flying Of the Quarantine flag on vessels subjected
10 detention or inspection will be rgidly EN-
forced. W. u. Drummer, NJ D.,
Health officer.
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1888-09-12
OFFICIAL.
A PROCLAMATION.

On account of the prevalence of yellow fever
at various points in the State of Florida. and
for the purpose of protecting the people Of Sa-
vannah therefrom, a rigid quarantine is now
hereby declared against the city OF Jackson
vile and against all other places and districts
in the State of Florida infected with yellow
fever.
No persons, baggage, cars, boats vessels,
freights or packages OF any kind from Jackson
Vile, or any other infected places in the State
of Florida, will be allowed to enter the city of
Savannah
No mails from said places. unless and until
disinfected under regulations from the United
states postal authorities, will be allowed to en-
ter Savannah
This quarantine will continue in force until
further notice.
The officers, agents and all persons in charge
or railroads, steamboats,, express companies
and other means of public conveyance, are re-
quested TO assist in enforcing this quarantine
Given under my hand and official signature and
seal of said city, at the city of Savannah in
Georgia, this tenth day of August, eighteen
hundred and lightweight
SEAL RUFUS E. LESTER,
Mayor.
Attest: FRANK f. REBARER,
NapL ~
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1888-09-12
QUARANTINE NOTICE.

MAYORS OFFICE, August %, 1883.
The following resolution was passed by the
Board of Sanitary Commissioners this day:
THE occurrence of q case of yellow fever at
Blackshear renders IL imperative that renewed
means for the prevention of its spread should
be instituted and until it shall have been ascer-
tanned that there has been no spread of the dis
ease from the focus of Infection In Blackshear,
all intercourse with that town should be inter
dcted
II is so ordered. Persons, baggage, freight
or packages from that town will not be allowed
TO come TO Savannah nor will trains or cars
stopping there be so allowed. Inspectors will
see this enforced.
lsEALl RUFUS E. LESTER, Mayor.
Attest: FRANK L. REBARER, Clerk Of Council.