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Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-01-23
The Record of a Year.

During the year 1888 the number of marriages solemnized in Waterbury was 295. The nationality of the contracting parties is as follows: Cases in which bride and groom are both Americans, 147; both foreign, 94. The union of an American groom with a foreign bride took place in 20 instances, while there were 29 marriages of an American bride and foreign groom. The number of births during the year was 1,020, of which 565 were boys and 455 girls. July was the banner month, recording 103 additions to the population, while in May only 60 births occurred. The num- Der of deaths was 555, from the follow ing causes: Diphtheria A, membranous croup 9, cholera infantum 39, typhoid fever 13, puerperal fever 5, incompetence 6, cancer 10, tuberculosis miningitis 4, phthisis 59, old age 12, cerebral meningi- tis 6, apoplexy 19, convulsions II, bron- chitis 19, heart disease IS, pneumonia 4S, Brights disease 13, ill defined causes 32, debility F, poison 1, fracture 1, contu- sions 4, drowning ?, hanging 1, railroad injuries 3. gunshot wound 9
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-01-23
Union Labels Recognized By Law.

Judge Bradley of the supreme court of New York has handed down his decision against G. T..Fisher of Buffalo. Fisher was charged with attaching union la bel to box of cigars manufactured by him. The question for the court to de- eide was whether the label of the union had the character of a trademark, and whether, as such, it was entitled to the protection of the law. Judge Bradley decided that it was. and his decision is looked upon as clear victory for union labor. The decision is of interest to To- cal union men, as a case is now pending in the courts against New Haven cigar mager who is charged with a similar Offense.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-01-23
Good Advice.

On the street car
 First Lady-"Going to buy piano. are you?'
 Second Lady-''Yes, and can hardly make up my mind which kind to get" First Lady-"Well, if you listen to those piano men they will make you believe anything, but my experience has been that if you want piano for actual use and not for show only, the Shonin- ger piano is the best. I have had my Shoninger piano in use for five years and it is as good as new to-day. My cousin. Mrs Ford, thought she had splendid high-priced piano, but the tone got 50 wiry that she sent it to an auction room and bought Shoninger instead. I could tell you of ever so many more who have bought Shoninger's pianos, and if you get one you will never want to change it.
 Second Lady-''I have heard the Shoninger pianos very highly spoken of before. think I will take your advice. By the way, where is their warerooms.
 First Lady-''I don't remember. Oh, yes 161 Bank street."
 Second Lady-''Th
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-01-23
Time Soon Up.

In few weeks Hirsh, the manufac- turing clothier, must vacate. The leas- ing of the store over his head has com pelled him to fairly slaughter 35,OOO worth of fine clothing. The bargains are great and as the time is nearly up Waterbury can save money by going at once to 135l Bank street.
 Hirsh's Ten Per Cent Clothing com pany, 1851 Bank street. LOOK FOR THE WHITE FRONT.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-01-23
Convention of Selectmen.

Following is the programme for the convention of the selectmen of the state to be held in Unity hall, Hartford: Tues day January 29, 10 a. m., business meet ing: } p. m., paper by John H. Brock lesbv, Hartford's town attorney. on Town Government:' D. m, paper by D. A. Lyman of Willimantic, on the "Towns' Poor and How to Care for Them" Evening session, s p. m, paper by Noah Cressy, M. D., V. s., Ph D., on Diseases of Animals that Incapacitate them from Labor." Wednesday. Jan- uary 30. 10 a. m.. business meeting.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-01-23
Figures of Merit.

Assistant Adjutant General George NJ. White yesterday announced the figures of merit of each organization in the c. N. G. during December. The Second regiment heads the list with percen- tage of 93.S1, as against 93.61 for the First regiment, S6.9S for the Third and 87.62 for the Fourth. The percentage of each company was: A, 97.55; B, 93.97 c, 96.49 D, 99.02 i; E, 94.12; F, SAGA; G, 94.91 H. s6.3S; I, 91.79; K, 91.SO.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-01-23
A Mysterious Death,

Joshua Davis, colored, who has work, ed for $. F. Roe in Torrington, was found unconscious early Sunday morning in a sitting position, leaning against one of the large elm trees ill front of the Con- gregational church. The authorities were notified and he was removed to the town office in the rear of tue Town hall, where he soon died. An examination of the body revealed no marks of vio- lence, and it was also decided that he did not freeze to death.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-01-23
Lead in Woodbury,

Word comes from Carmel district in the town of Woodbury short way from the scene of the oil and gas company's works in the adjoining town of Southbury of the discovery of a rich lead mine on the farm of William H. Allen. The samples assay 500 pounds of superior quality of lead, with 27 ounces of silver, and a small quantity of gold to a ton of quartz MT Allen has gang of men working at the quarry There seems to be no doubt as to the value of the discovery only as to the size of the vein.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-01-23
It Nav be a Valuable Find.

The company boring for oil and natu- ral gas in Southbury recently came across nugget which some of the ex- perienced workmen pronounced gold bearing. The find was taken to Water bury for an assay, and there it was found of such importance that it was sent to Washington, and the result is now awaited.-Danbury News.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-01-23
EVENING DEMOCRAT WEDNESDAY, JANUARY B.
Epidemtc of Dinhtherta.

READING, Pa, Jan 23.-The western part of Berks and the northern part of Lehigh counties are afflicted with strangely faial diththeria scourge which carries off it's victims with remarkable suddenness. As many as six members in a family have died.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-01-23
A Compliment for Manager Jacques

A COmpI1mentf for Manager JacqUes.
 Manager Jacques, of the Waterbury opera house, was in town Monday. To a Transcript reporter he said that the opera house here would be one of the handsomest in the state. Mir Jacques is looking after it's management and from his general appearance and make up he would make lively one.-Derby Tran script.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-01-23

Ensign Frank Kellogg of the cruiser Yantic is spending few days at the home of his parents on Prospect street. The Yantic was one of the vessels that was sent to Hayti and was afterwards besieged by the dreaded yellow fever.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-01-23

Figs, nuts, bananas, lemons, and fine Florida fruit at Ladd's. DR. c. w. s. FROST, 187 Bank street
 Waterbury Medical Institute, 52 Bank street, electric and magnetic treatments.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-01-23
Musicians and PeddIers Barred On

Musicians and Peddlers Barred Out.
 Superintendent Allen has called the attention of the Consolidated road con ductors to the fact that of late musicians and peddlers have been allowed to carry on their business on trains. This is con trary to general orders, and the conduct ors are ordered to enforce the rule more strenuously in the future.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-01-23

Eight Business Blocks Burned.
 KNOXVILLE, Mo, Feb 23.-Eight bus mess blocks were burned here last night; loss, S70,000.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-01-23

Reeds Gilt Edge Tonic can be used with perfect safety az 1t contains no deleterious matter.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-01-23

BUSINESS ANNOUNCEMENTS.
 For the finest butter, freshest eggs and choicest cheese call at the York State Butter Co., 126 South Main street. Charles Boylan & Co.,, proprietors Shoes 10 per cent lower than any other place in the city. c. F. Hurlbut, 59 South Main street.
 Special prices winter underwear, hosiery gloves and cardigan jackets, E. T. Turner X Col
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-01-23
SOCIETY AND CLUB MEETINGS

eY Secretaries are requested to send in the dates of meetings of societies, lodges and clubs and to notify us of any changes of regular meet ing nights.
 Meetings This Evening. Mattatuck Council, R. A. Harmonic Benevolent Association. Steuben Lodge, D. O. H. Amphion Club.
 Eureka Chapter.
 Court Fruitful Vine, A. o. F.
Daily Yellowstone journal., 1889-08-06
.Jepn RYAN. who has lust returne,

Jepp Ryan. who has just returned
from his Musselshell ranch, brings a
very di.coufasing report Of the ou-
look for cattle ln that part of the coun-
try. Feed l. scarce and fast disappear.
ing. Owing 10 the heightened drouth
water TOO is becoming a rare Article.
The feed in the vicinity Of water holes
is all gone and cattle must eat one day
snd drink the next or travel many
dusty miles TO enjoy a combined fluid
and solid meal on the same day. and
even then the courses will be a good
ways apart.
Daily Yellowstone journal., 1889-08-06
Reported Fire In spokane rnlI..

A report reached town yesterday
that Spokane Falls was on fire aud
was being destroyed; that twenty-one
blocks of buildings Were already burnt
down and the fire still raging, the city
being In much the sane plight as was
Seattle in the same territory a few
weeks ago. An effort was made "a
trace this report down to an authentic
source but without effect, aud IL 10 moi
therefore known whether II is true OF
not.
Daily Yellowstone journal., 1889-08-06
Jior Springs Gossip.

AL Campbell returned yesterday
from a short wool buying trip along
the line Of the railroad. He put in
Saturday and Sunday at Hunters Hot
springs, where he found Mt. aud Mira.
!. NJ. Holt, Skew Johnson. John Ger.
Ter and w. b. jordan OF Miles c,ty,
enjoyingAyery superior art clio Of doico
Jar nicnte NJ. Campbell liked &c
locks otitao well that he took.. hsci,
ut II 900, ana found u 10 be all that
wis appreciated. heFnys John Hoit
! loate very attractive IN his new bath
Daily Yellowstone journal., 1889-08-06

A. T. Campbell. the wool buyer, re-
turned TO town yesterday from a trip
to Billings. where he purchased the
cliIs of Slayton Bros. being 1900 lbs,
anJ also that of Mr.. Lepper, which Is
$1,000. He states that there il only
one more wool clip left In Yellowstone
county that belongs to Messrs. Bear Il
Corsop, and Is abou. $4,000 pounds.
Daily Yellowstone journal., 1889-08-06

Twenty per cent discount on our
entire line Of Corsets and Ladies' and
Children's Shoes this week. We con
safely state that we carry the largest
selection Of corsets in the city, com.
prising all the leading makes; also the
celebrated Seize and ZAigler Bros
shoes. All at 20 per zen discount this
week al Lee Eisenberg's.
Daily Yellowstone journal., 1889-08-06

john feeling is the young man WIN
Is now operating the sprinkliug cant
with such good effect as to keep the
dust laid and the streets damp on these
hot days.
Daily Yellowstone journal., 1889-08-06
PROPOSALS FOR CAVALRY HORSES.

o1bco thiri QuartermasleT, DePar nieut OF
Dakota. saint Pail, MINI, JULY y, 1859,
sealed PROPOSALS in nj lica {, subject 70
the usual conditions, will be received at This ONCE
until IL O'Clock noon, saturday, september -,
1852, at winch tins and place .ney VIII he opened
Ia lhe pTcsence Of bidders LOT iuni,hing this De-
partnirnt With Wnety-,hIee cayaiy Horses. Bids
Tor d lrss number will be entertained, Blank
forms oi prOpOsa : and tail instructions 10 bidders
may he had on application 20 his Office. The
Government FvseI yes the right 10 reject any or all
bid. A, r. RO kWELL. Quauermaster, U.s.
A., Chief Quartem,aster
Daily Yellowstone journal., 1889-08-06

Invitations are out for the official
necktie party to be given at Deer
ID idge on the 9Th inst, in which Mr..
Peter August Johnson will be a cen.
trial figure. The invitations are sent
out by Sheriff Moore, Gf Deer Lodge
county, and are printed on mourning
borhered cards.
Daily Yellowstone journal., 1889-08-06

There was a rumor about town yea
that there had occurred a fire
at Glendive, AID later in the evening
vas stated that the round house and
Machine shops had burned out. II
was impossible TO learn whether or
not this was true, but IT Is believed
not To be 80.
Daily Yellowstone journal., 1889-08-06
Notice TO Teachers.

The regular yearly Custer county in-
stitute will open in Miles City, Custer
county. Mont, Monday, August rs,
1850. Examination will be held the
following Friday aud Saturday, Au-
gust 30th and 3lst. Respectfully,
LOUISA COOLEY,
Co. School Supt.
Daily Yellowstone journal., 1889-08-06
DROPOsALs rOn MATEK WORKS.

4 Ofhev OF iOst Quarternasier, Fort he0gh, ~.
T., July 10, ls5J.--sea ed proposals. in trIpiicais
subject 10 the usual conditions, will be received NJ
this ohee until " o'eiock noon On Aug. ~ 1859,
at which iiuie aud place they vii. be opened IN the
presence Of bidiens, for furnishing All the skilled
and dhskliied labor ieluiTed by u new system oi
water supply Tor this posi-. specifications, in
20 0ldisrs, anu blank form, Of -rOpOs-
will he furnished gu application 20 lhls orice.
NJ. {. MARTIN, lst Lieut.. and Il. q, Al. 21nd lui
A.. A. q. ~, U. .. A.
Daily Yellowstone journal., 1889-08-06

Prot, Bach has JUST received Il guam
tiiy of imported family wine, which
sells at sl.5O per gallon. This is a
splendid summer cordial, and its pur.
ity Is guaranteed.
Daily Yellowstone journal., 1889-08-06

A ricnic party was beld on Sunday
ut Henry Raukim's ranch near the
government sawmill, a. which u nUm-
Der Of persons from the city were pres.
emf
Daily Yellowstone journal., 1889-08-06

Mrs. Ed Burdette, formerly Of Miles
City and now residing at Terry, gave
birth 10 n handsome 10 pound baby
girl on Sunday last.
Daily Yellowstone journal., 1889-08-06
Male Help Wanted.

sAi,ssaES We wish a lev msn 10 sell our goods
hy sample To the VII lssale Aad retail trate. Larg-
manufrs in our hue. Enclose , cent lamp.
Wage, - per DAY. Permanent postum. No pos
tals answered. Nonev advanced tor wage, ad
yettisin Q, etc. CENrESNIAL MAS'FG Co., en-
clNNATI, OHIO.
Daily Yellowstone journal., 1889-08-06

ID. VI. Car, u of the Helena Jour
nal reporters, passed through yester-
dpy on his way to neet the senator ial
party, who will be here Wednesday.
Daily Yellowstone journal., 1889-08-06

Johnny Cosgrif has started up the
Opera House soloon, where he will be
pleased TO see his friends aud the pub.
lie generally.
Daily Yellowstone journal., 1889-08-06

kidneys, liver and bowels, effectually
cleansing the system. dispelling colds
and headaches, and curing habItual
constipation,
Daily Yellowstone journal., 1889-08-06

When Baby was sicl, ~ gave her Castoria,
When she YVES a Child. she crrpd for castorla
when she Lccame Miss, she chung to castoia,
When she had Children, she sayc theru castorla
Daily Yellowstone journal., 1889-08-06

produ a ttom Zoe laxative and nutri.
tious aes o. California hgs, combined
with tao medicinal virtue. u plantr
known 70 De- most baneielal 10 the
human system, ocis gently, Oh Lhe
Daily Yellowstone journal., 1889-08-06

The following pad )nvers were on
the east bound train which passed
through Sunday morning: Judge
Howell f. Jackson and wife, Nash
vile, U. $. Circuit Judge for sixth
district-Tennassee, Kentucky, Ohio
and Michigan; Gen. II. r. Cowen and
wife, circuit clerk of U. s. Court SOUTH
ern district of Ohio.
Daily Yellowstone journal., 1889-08-06

Distress af.er eating, heartburn, SICK
headache and indigestion are cured
by Hoods Sarsaparills. II also creates
a good appetite.
Daily Yellowstone journal., 1889-08-06

i. :. Cowen, The 81 Paul agent Of
the Assoelhlst Press. passed through
town sunday on his way east. He
Wa accompanied hy Mr. Cowen.
Daily Yellowstone journal., 1889-08-06

Miss McVicker's advance agent is
In the city arranging for the produce
ton Of her opera company.
Daily Yellowstone journal., 1889-08-06
wild Animals Wanted.

Frederic Ritchie, OF the geological
Gardens, Butte, Mont, desires to pur-
chase all kinds Of wild animals,
Swans, Owl, Eagles, etc. etc.
Daily Yellowstone journal., 1889-08-06

ing suit and thar he is giving up four
pounds II tal'ow n dsy In the vipor
bath.
Daily Yellowstone journal., 1889-08-06

Ifyou are thirsty or want "a good cigar
go to the Park st. Opera House saloon,
where Johnny Cosgritf Is on deck.
Daily Yellowstone journal., 1889-08-06

New fall goods just received at Ed.
Arnold's,n
Daily Yellowstone journal., 1889-08-06

90 70 Fred SchmalsIe's TOR a clean
bed. Corner of Park and Bridge
street.
Daily Yellowstone journal., 1889-08-06

1t is reported that the seuate com.
mission will visit the north side OF the
Yellowstone opposite Fallon to-day.
Daily Yellowstone journal., 1889-08-06

james Nixo1, of Winons, MIMI, Is
at the Macqueen.
Daily Yellowstone journal., 1889-08-06

Mrs. VIM. Courtenay returned from
Springdsle yesterday.
Daily Yellowstone journal., 1889-08-06

Capt. f. T.. Wood leaves for West
Point, n. Y, to-day.
Daily Yellowstone journal., 1889-08-06
LOCAL 1T S.

Benz. w. Lsdd. the wool buyer, Ia
In town.
Daily Yellowstone journal., 1889-08-06

Manager Tully opened up the RIM
for skating las; night.
Daily Yellowstone journal., 1889-08-06

G.. +. IngersOll, the well known liv-
cry man. has returned to town after a
prOtIacted visit In the east.
Daily Yellowstone journal., 1889-08-06

All Of Billiards. wines are guaran-
teed strictly pure. Prices low.
Daily Yellowstone journal., 1889-08-06

Matt Riley is the proud possessor Of
a new Victor typew ritter.
Daily Yellowstone journal., 1889-08-06

John Dorsey, the well known
rsncher, wa in town yesterday.
Daily Yellowstone journal., 1889-08-06

V. A. Carter is registered from Salt
Lake City at the Mscqueen.
Daily Yellowstone journal., 1889-08-06

Doc Fish has treated his wife 10 a
new piano; received Monday.
Daily Yellowstone journal., 1889-08-06

Mr.. G. +. NJ. Tinling Is at Merrill,
Montana. to-day. loading stock.
Daily Yellowstone journal., 1889-08-06

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Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-05-30
SICK ROOM DONT'S,

Don't give the patient full glass ol water to drink from, unless he Is al. lowed all he desires.
 Don't throw coal upon the fire; place it in brown paper bags and lay 1t on thus avoiding noise.
 Don't neglect during the day to attend to necessities for the night, that the rest of the patient and the family may not be disturbed.
 Don't light 6 sick room at night by means of a Jet of gas burning low. Use sperm candles or tapers which burn 1T sperm oil.
 Don't ask & convalescent If he woult like this or that to eat or drink, but pre- pare the delicacies and present them in 6 tempting way.
 Don't permit currents of air to blow upon the patient. An open fireplace is an excellent means of ventilation. The current may be tested by burning piece of paper in front.
 Don't forget to have few beans o coffee handy, for this serves as deooor izer If burnt on coals or paper. Bits o charcoal placed around are useful in ap sorbing gases and other impurities.
 Don't allow offensive matters to re main. In cases of emergency whert these cannot be at once removed wiring heavy eloth, for instance, like Turhdsl toweling out of cold water, use 1t as cover, placing over this ordinary paper Such means prevent the es6aP6 of 6dol or infection.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-05-30
JEWELLED BEAUTIES.

battleaxe of garnets, mounted in gold, is a modest brooch.
 Complete tea sets of fluted silver are again becoming fashionable.
 Bureau boxes with red plush covers are the latest novelties In silver.
 A meritorious match safe Is designed in imitation of an Egyptian mummy.
 Diamonds surrounding heart shaped moonstone have a brilliant effect as a pendant.
 An appropriate scarf pin for the yacht ing season ls a gold steering wheel studded with pearls.
 A lovers knot of pearls, connecting two hearts of diamonds, Is handsome and stylish brooch.
 Two ipterlocked buckles of variegated gold, held together by small gold pins, make fashionable brooch.
 A pennant of diamonds, flying from a masthead of gold, Is scarf pin in de- mand among yachting fashionables.
 A dainty requisite for the smoking room Is a miniature street lamp of silver, supplied with all the necessary attach ments.
 A moonstone comic mask, displayed in relief on a surface of diamonds and rubies, constitutes @ scarf pin of exqui- site appearance.
 An appropriate ornamentation for an anglers watch consists of two ruby fish. ing rods crossed above bait box set with diamonds.
 A lawn tennis net of gold, on which rests racquet of the same material, and a pearl representing the ball, Is very artistic scarf pin.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-05-30
Sinxularitiesi i'm Literature.

One of the most common coincidences, and one that has become form of super stition with some people, is the frequency with which book may be opened at q verse or paragraph which seems perfectly applicable to the mood or circumstances of the person trying tho experiment.
 Probably, like all other games of chance, any one purposely trying it will find q certain ratio governing it's success i; and 1t Is, therefore, only when it is acci- dentally brought about that it becomes @ perfect coincidence.
 One of the best illustrations of this kind, says tho St. Louis Globe-Democrat, Is related by Bishop Coxe, who states that the late venerable Dr. w., of Balti- more, once told him of a reproof he re- ceived which struck his devout soul providentially.
 Sitting in his library Il, had fallen into moments doze, when the servant en- tered to announce a visitor Starting from his nap with insbnctive feeling of chagrin to be found idle, he half uncon- sctously Srasped book that lay by his side, not even observing what 1t was
 When the servant lefa him he glanced into the little manual in which he had mechanically inserted his forefinger, and found 1t resting on these words:
 "Never change thy cir ploymcnt for the sudden coming of another to the; but if modesty permits, appear to him that vls- it's thee the same that thou vert to God and thyself in thy privacy; if thou vert sleeping-snatch not up book to seem studious-nor alter anything to make him believe thco better employed than thou wert.-EXchange
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-05-30
The Telephone on Railways,

A novel application of the telephone has been made on the railway between Saint Valery-sur-Somme and CayeuX (France) with view to facilitate communication between q train broken down on the line and the nearest station. The stations themselves are on this line already in telephonic communication by means of an overhead wire; and in the guards van of an experimental train was fitted up tel ephone, with battery of ten Lelanche cells and call-beL.
 One pole of the battery Is put to earth by being connected to the framework of the guards van, and the other Is joined in the usual way to the telphone, the other terminal of the latter being con- nected with wire, by which connection with the existing telephone lines can be made at any point. To facilitate this op- aration the wire is enclosed in a light steel tube, long enough to reach the over head wire from the roof the van, and pro- vided at the end with hook for attach ment.
 Upon ringing up, the stations in front and rear of the'train receive the signal, and conversation can be carried on with both simultaneously. The object ar engagement is to enable the guard of a train, delayed or broken down on the line between two stations, to call for assist ance. The apparatus carried in the guards van Is self-contained, enclosed in a box, and weighs only about twenty five pounds.-Industries,