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Waterbury evening Democrat., 1890-12-17
SIBERIA.
George Kennan's Experiences Among
 the Russian Convfots.


 the Russian Convfcts.
 A large audience greeted George Ken nan last night at the opera house, to listen to a vivid narration of the horrors of Russian penal administration in Siberia. The lecture was the first of a series to be given for the free cot in the hospital. The speaker was introduced to the audience by Rev Dr Anderson Mir Kennan speaks in an easy voice, which, however. grows thrilling in it's tones when he touches the more pathetic portion of his theme. The lecturer pro- posed to speak only of the convict mines of far Eastern Siberia where political convicts and common criminals are sent alike to undergo long terms of penal ser vitude. The only manner of access to this rough and terrible place is by rough and perilous bridle path, winding for several hundred miles around the per- cipitous sides of high mountain ranges. Mir Remnants Journey to this region was made with three objects in view; first to visit the political prison of Gharar, where those who were incapacitated for hard see the political convicts of the free command, i. G., those prisoners who had served their terms and lived in semi-independence at Gharar on the ticket-of-leave plan third, to visit the mines far underground, and witness the utter, abject slavery in which those con- victed of political offences toiled. The air in these prisons was worse than all the evil smells of European and Ameri- can capitols combined, and of quality resembling that of the Black Hole of Calcutta. In . small room more than 50 prisoners, of all ages and sexes, were crowded, with not a breath of fresh air allowed to come in through the doors , they being tightly closed, and no vsnti- Z lation provided through the windows. Z Bare dirty benches extending to the Z center of the room, without mattressel 7 or covering of any kind, serving fol z beds on which the prisoners lay at night v packed as close as herring in fish box. He went on to depict the horrors of the prison life and the condition of those in the mines for more than an hour and g . half and drew Q very realistic picture The lecture as a whole was a very bril- liant performance.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1890-12-17
4 NEGRO FIEND.
Under Arrest For AssaultfnR a l(
 Year old Child.

.NoRwAIK, December 17.-Emma Mitchell, the 10 year old daughter of James Mitchell, prominent citizen, was assaulted by Frank James, a burly negro, yesterday afternoon. James was hired by. MT. Mitchell to chop some wood, and was shown to the barn by the little girl. On arriving there the negro looked the door and assaulted tie child, threatening to kill her if she made an outcry. The childs mother becom- ing alarmed at her absence went to the barn and was mortified to learn of the affair. Help was secured and the negro was placed under arrest. This morning he was bound over to the superior court under $0,OOO bonds. The little girl is in a critical condition.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1890-12-17
AN INCREASE or 1908.

Number of Children Enumerated in
 Connecticut the Past Year.
 In his report for the current year, Jeremiah Olney, commissioner of the school fund, notes the long standing loans that havenot proved to be secured as was supposed at the time they were made. The unpaid interest June 30, 1889, was $9,S5S s9, of which $1, ,862.64 has since been paid. The rest will probably number of children enumerated increases steadily, and the per capita allo vance must be reduced unless the principal of the fund can be established at a larger amount than now.
 The number of children enumerated is
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1890-12-17
One Of The Largest Stocks Watches and Diamonds In the state can be found at
 P, ]. STRAINS,
 90 Bank Street.
VT V ' TNHNINN V 90 Bank Street.

Solid Gold Watches from $20 upwards, and 500 to select from. Diamond Rings, Studs, Lace Pins and Sleeve Buttons from $l5 to $500 and upwards. Ladies' and Gents Stone Kings, consisting of finest selected Ru- bies, Emeralds, ,Sapphires, Intag- lios, Tiger Eye and Onyx stones mounted in the latest designs. Opera Glasses, my own impor- tation, Silver novelties, French Clocks and Bronzes and Silver ware in the latest designs.
 Ladies' Silver ChateIaine Watches in endleas designs, $5 and Upwards. Also a large line of Gents Silver Watches in open and hunting cases. All warranted to be as represented. P,J, Strain, 90 Bank St,
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1890-12-17
INSPECT OF WATERB11Ry GO p.o,

DIsThIcT OF WATERBURY ss Prob,ta C Court, Dec. 15 1890 Q" frooAte Estate of J. M Adamson of u.
 DUTY In said district assigning debtor del,4er voluntary, assignment of the said TOT rec'rd and the probate thereof and Cbrist", Piner Y: Downey of Waterbury being in said aS therefore AoA elio esIate, o,cd Ordered that the goth day of December 1soo at assigned for hearing on the apnrnvai df ai tp%rop3se trustee, and that all persDns interested canSa ma may nave notice to appear, they see that this order be published thre1 times in nnS;W*s;paper having a circulation in said Probate O''ii0''oelore sald tlm assigned for said hearing
 ELLIS PHELAN, Judge
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1890-12-17
UNION srATIoN.

Another Good Location Suggested By
 . Correspondent.
 Editor of the DEMOCRAT:
 Would it not be central place to To- cate the proposed union depot at or near the lumber yard on Willow street at the foot of Grand? The hill on Grand street could be reduced by filling up at the junction of the two streets. This site would be the most central practicable. The depot would not be far from Bank street. Grand street would make a fine entrance to the heart of the city and would give strangers a good impression. Besides there are streets leading in all directions from the site mentioned. To reach this site the Naugatuck road could be brought across the Manhan at or near Seeryville and run parallel with the New England upder a bridge on West Main street. **<
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1890-12-17

Anice set of furs would be appreciat- ed by any lady for a Christmas present. Hawley the natter is showing line that cannot be beat either in price or quality. He is also showing a splendid line of mems furnishings.
 Holiday gifts for young and old, in cluding books for the children, at Miller &, Peck's.
 Special sale of gold and silver headed umbrellas at E. T. Turner & Cos, Every body is invited to call.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1890-12-17
ParnelI,s Condition.

CORK, Ireland, December 16-Parnell is confined to bed in Kilkenny, seriously ill from the effects of the lime thrown into his eyes yesterday. It is feared that he will lose his eyesight. Although suffering great pain he addressed a meeting from the v0randa of the hotel last night,
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1890-12-17
LOCAL LINES.

You can buy hour of any kind at LADD'S cheaper than any other place in Conn.
 PHELAN claims that he keeps the best Tea in the city. Try it.
 Who can show you the best Holiday Gifts in the city? Lake, Strobel & Go. Look in their windows and see them; step in and be convinced. Those gold chain bracelets are immense.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1890-12-17
Birmineham,s Borough Election,

The borough election in Birmingham, yesterday, resulted in victory for the democrats, the average majority being 100. The burgesses elected are: Will liam McManua, William Bohan, c. A. Pratt and B. Leonard, democrats and H. A. Wood, R. W. Black and s. E. Chaffe, republicans.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1890-12-17
MerIden'g CiCy Election.

The city election in Meriden, y0ster- day, resulted in a victory for the repub- lican candidate for mayor, Benjamin Paige, who was reelected by a majority jority in the court of common council. All other officers elected are democrats.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1890-12-17
DIsTRIcr OF WATERBURY. ss Proh.+.

DlsGERlGr G6tI,t S OF WATERBURY, ss, Probate b,i,.s, EstaIe i1e m 9f P Donahue, of Water. "@TS, Ts, M M saia district assis snng debtor.
 Ing neen lodged in this office for record and 'he beirr and in Ghrsto Dowrey of 1sSn etea' et that the goth day of Dec. A. n. son soyo, dS o'clock in the forenoon, e. and the app oval of said proposed trustee, and that aII pppsar if lfptsressed t6, thurein may have tice to thls court directs that this order he n, hIisbad m said 5'lnes @ m newspaper having cfrcuiaton n so,a nstI e TT pate District, fore said time as-
 ELLIS PHEI AN, Judge.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1890-12-17
CoNNECTICUr INDUSTRIES.

Weekly Record of Business in a < Very Busy state.
 The summary of the Weekly Record for the current week shows real estate sales as follows: New Haven 19, Bridge port 2S, Hartford 2, Waterbury 2, Msri- den 6, New Britain 4, Norwalk 9, Dan bury 6, Springfield 8. Holyoke 10.
 The amount of real estate mortgages was as follows: New Haven $33. .31S, Bridgeport $36,267, Hartford $5, ,25O, Waterbury $48,1Oo, Meriden si7,96O. New Britain $1, ,450, Norwalk $10,33s, Danbury $1S,025, Springfield $60, ,O23, Holyoke $30,71 The total number of sales reported this week is 97 as against 99 for the previous week. The total amount of recorded real estate loans is $262, ,15s against $19S, ,679 the preceding week.
 Eight new corporations are reporte with aggregate capital of $1S1, ,O00. Two are in New Haven, one for the manufac ture of wire with $40, ,000 capital, and the other for the construction of street railways and water works etc., with $20,- 900 capital; one in Hartford for the manufacture of novelties, with $100, ,O0O capital; one in Bridgeport for tho manu- facture of sewer pipe with $60, ,00O capital: another in Kensington for the ma nufac ture of paper with 5 19, ,0O0 capital; one in West Winsted with $24, ,000 capital tc own and opperate hotel; a citizens gas company in Willimantic with $5,O0C capital and another in Unionville, capi tai S, 900 to deal in wagons and sleighs
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1890-12-17
For The Holidays.

All former efforts surpassed. The grand est display ever made. Holiday Goods for everyone. We are now showing one of the finest and most carefully selected as- sortments of Holiday Gifts to be found in the city. Persian, Silver, Plush and Leather Goods of all kinds, Novelties, Fan cy Articles, Ornamental and Useful Goods, and for the children full line of Dolls of all sizes and styles, at prices from 15 cents up, ,and variety of other goods we cannot enumerate, but we invite everyone to visit our store and examine our Holiday depart ment. It is a workable fairy land.
 I. CHASE.
 ARCADE BUILDING.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1890-12-17

nIsTaICT OF WATERBURY, ss, Probate D Court, Dec, IS, 1890. Estate of Bridget Tynan late of Waterbury, in said district, deceased.
 The Court of Pro ate for the district of Water bury hath limited and allowed six months from the date hereof for the creditors of said Est tte to exhibit their claims for settlement Those who neglect to present their accounts properly attested, within said time, will be debarred re- cOvery All persons indebted to said Estate are requested to make immediate payment to
 TERRENCE TWAIN, Administrator.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1890-12-17
EIGHTEEN MEN KILLED.
Terrible Accident in an EnslIsl
 Colliery.

LONDON, December 17.-A horrible accident occurred at the Horner colliery to day. While the elevator, filled with men, was descending the shaft, the rope broke aud the car dropped several hundred feet. Eighteen men were in stantly killed.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1890-12-17
SOCIETY AND CLUB MEETINGS.

Ew 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. Second Advents. Mattatuck Drum Corps.
 Carpenters and Joiners, No. A.
 Waterbury conncil, No. 21, R. andS. M. Amphion Club rehearsal.
 Excelsior council, No 9, O. U. A. M. Waterbury Temperance Alliance.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1890-12-17
RESTRICT OF WATERBURY ss Probate Court

nIsTRICT OF WATERBURY ss Probate Court D Dec 16, 1890.
 Estate of Charles K Bond. late of Water bury, in said district deceased.
 The court of probate for the district of Water bury hath limited aud allowed six months from the date hereof, for the creditors of said estate to exhibit their claims for settlement. Those who neglect to present their e accounts. properly attested, within said time; will be debarred a are requested to make immediate payment to
 JENNIE M BOND, Executrix
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1890-12-17
AMusEmENrs.
..conosrt companx.n

'Concere Company
 May 6 Cutters novelty concert com pany, introducing minstrel says, banjo duetts, dances, mandolin, guitar and harmonica solos, will appear at the opera house Friday evening.
 ssE. II. Sothern.''
 Sothern's new play, "The Maister of Woodbarrow," is from the pen of Jerome K. Jerome, an English author, whose first comedies were instantly suc- cessful in both London and America, had it's initial production at the Lyceum theatre, New York, and received warm est commendation from critics on ac- count of it's charming daintiness, it's de- lightful comedy and it's strong dramatic story. The play will be presented at the opera house tomorrow night.
 PIncus' Casino Theatre.
 "The Australians" drew good audi. once at the casino theatre last night, and gave an excellent entertainment. They will hold the boards at this house the balance of the week.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1890-12-17

wv. Cor HoLMEs, MD, Browns DIX
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1890-12-17

DR. c. w. s. FRosT, 1s7 Bank St.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1890-12-17
$119,430.75
159,241
ANOTHER COLLISION.

This IS an lncrease or I,Syo m the mum r of children during the year reported.
The Anaconda standard. [volume] (Anaconda, Mont.) 1889-1970, 1890-04-21
A WARRIORS DESTINATION.
The Only Talk y soldier Ever Had Wit
General Forrest.

The Only Talk y soldier Ever Had with
General Forrest.
"Yes, I had n conversation one with
General Forrest" said a citizen In Arkan-
saw In reply to n question asked by n
friend in the Arkansa,r Trdreier. 81 had
Just joined the army and knew nothing OF
the rigid fashions of war. One night,
after we had Travelled all day, We
stopped In the woods and were told that
we would remain there until morning. i
did NOT think that IL was right to keep us
In the dark and I made n remark to that
effect.
"why don't you go aud ask Forrest"
some one remarked.
~ am not acquainted with him." | re-
piled.
"That 30 2"
"Not a bit. He would be glad to sec
you. ] would ask, but j borrowed "a couple
Of dollars from him the other day. and as
! ave not been able to repay him, | have
been keeping out of his way"
~ ound Forrest sitting a tree, on
n camp stool closely drawn up to an inn
provised table.
".Good evening" said l..
"He looked up, searched me with his
peculiar ewes, and said:
"'What do you want"
my name is Dick Anderson
"All right
81 belong TO your command. We
have been riding all day without knowing
where we were going, so ! thought I'd
come around and ask you.'
"'You are very kind he said
"'Not at ALL | replied.
"'Now, Anderson, l do not mind telling
you ~confldentially. but l do not want the
whole command TO know IT,
" s1~1nssa oil r,..ls ., ,.a,,ss toll
The Anaconda standard. [volume] (Anaconda, Mont.) 1889-1970, 1890-04-21
DIR. HOLMES AT EIGHTY.
The Philosophers Extremely MeshodIcal
Life.

The phIlOsopher' Extremely MethOdIcnl
I,..
rI"n, U : n",n a'er.sc,'
oiivcr noe hoiHhes thinks that ne
owes his good health and the retention OF
his mental vigor In his eighty-first year
to the extreme care he has long taken of
himself. Never robust. n. was still wiry
i'm his earlier and mat,rer life. I'M, s;nc.
A.. .a...sn "a "a. n.,a;.,;. .a.,.an, -
nc rca.heu h"s nsei.. 'is,ancc u
unceasing. Inc rooms mat ne daily &C.
cupies are equipped with barometcrs,th Their
The Anaconda standard. [volume] (Anaconda, Mont.) 1889-1970, 1890-04-21
Lord Brougham'- s.If-importan...

Fnom iilackwood's Magazine.
ord Brougham was the ultimi Roman
Drum who welcomed the youth of the time
with kindly greeting. Many a lesson of
political life we learned from him. ! re-
call that on one occasion he laid down
as the principal Of the first element of
success the power of concentrating the
mind on one subject. We had been talk
ing OF the French revolution.
ID you mean, ord Brougham.' I
asked, shat il you had been sentenced to-
he guillotined at l0o'clock you would nave
forgotten it'll the hour arrived"
"If I were sentenced 20 he %guillotincd
at 10 o'clock | would not think of IL until
4 O'clock" he replied. On the occasion
of my speech on the Queens trial. when
all my reputation depended ON il, | tie
slept 80 sound the night before, l only
awoke In the morning In time To 20 10
court"
A keen sense Of the ridiculous he con-
sidercd "A proof of genius. He possessed
an amusing sense of his own importance
aud his popular estimation. One day
went with him To dine at the Trafalgar,
at Greenwich. We were a party Of six; II
was "A picnic dinner, and we each Of us
paid our share. Lord Brougham called
for writing materials n wrote a check.
One Of us suggested that Il he had not
any money we could lend II. "No. no.
said lord Brougham. IL have plenty Of
money; but don't you see, the host may
prefer my signature to the money"
The Anaconda standard. [volume] (Anaconda, Mont.) 1889-1970, 1890-04-21
STRUCK BY A TRAIN
George Stousr, a Prominent Miner, Hurt
on The Northern Pacific.
MIssoula's MIsceIlany-its Building
Boom-lts Railroad Rackets
and Its Minor Mem
ton.

M,ro ,han
son mas opcneu III ea'"e''' :" 80
one hundred buildings of various hinus
arc now i'm course OF construction III ,his
city. The foundation OF the new FIRST
National hank is almost completed and
a.-Son,ars w.;,I bs.uin work next week.
ipNn.,, 81 a Go w;u buiId GO hand
McNoh"e'' 49,. .i.- an. .o,.on
some new residences uur,"e ue ="
Already the beautifui tan'e-iaho sou'h u.
the river that last fall was a vacant
prairie is covered with handsome new
design. On every ,n Si"e ha ""u " Water
so",i" vi .. e" -, a,J
mains run uown vi nn,a na.n Ia;,i In
goou, wfue s'ucMainn J ras;d.ncos
rom OF 'ne newny e,''a H. snr,,nn mn nm
the south sue ot rIe r.., .h...p In In.
three noh.hs. nr1i.,W u III. ran;d;,v
creaseu III value NH
curing tne pas. "uas.. o, r...;,od
NO answer ,as IN n0in;ats a, ~,
iroii, tne Nof'ueu .n,,m;on,;on ~
IauiL reIi! W I'LL .nin.ana o. ,ha
INC Missouia p,a... 20 limo has
siop-ovsT qucst,on, irsH ,nJoraaI
elapseas ,lice N'ssouia pa,,n AMI Ana.
ny ~ nusiv,an ~ az IN ,hc General
cnnua' W. '~a'cu :" na.1a -, - Pal
oiIice oil the Nortnerh rar..,e s.i,;na a. y,
Tor Mr.. rec 70 nav reln,.'. h;n
DAYS the board OF trade here will take still
morc radical stems toward occurring stop
ovcr nriviIeves for this city. In this con-
ncction II may be noticed that the North
crn Pacific COMPANY has arranged for am
cxcursion from 81. Paul 10 Garrison,
Mont. M a greatly reduced fare with priv
ileues 10 sion over AT any point the pas
senuer may desire. This Is the first move
ment of any kind the Northern Pacific
pcoplc have ever made to induce immi-
,-at;o, On Nontana This movement IL
sndonb,ed,y made to offset the advantage
gained by the Great Northern
or old Manitoba. through their
chcap excursions last wear. The
fact is we'll recognized throughout
Montana thai while the Northern Pacific
nconIc have becn ,,sinu every endeayo or 10
sct their nasscnuers who are searching
Tor homes To- 90 through Montana 10
W~ashinvton and Oregon, The Manitoba
q Grcni Nor,hcrn has freely advertised
,hc untolI wealth and great natural nd
ran,anns 90 Montana and has carncstIy
so,,h, ,n inducc Lome-se,krrs from the
.,s, 20 Sc,tic in This state.
ExI.hi ~ pni;o. PRESCOTT who was
one ~ thc mos, %ctiicicnt nolicc officers This
-. b.aa.n. haJ a.. nan.i;,,a,o tor az
Rock Island daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1886-1893, 1890-02-20
AnYtnE "a anrEsRh.

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send at once and gel hottie of Mrs.
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Rock Island daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1886-1893, 1890-02-20
Where Genius Didn't Work.

He was just plain tramp, unadulter-
ated with soap, and he carried over his
shoulder a wooden snow shovel several
sizes too big for him. He pulled the bell
in a business like way, and when she
opened the door he said:
''Are you Christian?'
''Ye-es" lin surprise).
''And do you believe that honest, earn
est endeavor should be rewarded"
''Ye-es"
Heretofore I've had a large and lucra-
tive practice in my profession, but this
year the elements are against me. /
know there's no snow on the premises,
but it's going to rain this afternoon. and
rain hard. Now I'll come back and
shovel the rain of your sidewalk for a
quarter if you'll give me ten cents ad-
vance money. Is it a go:'
''Yes. it's a CO." she said, as she
slammed the door in his face.
''And they say that genius and tact
win every time" he sighed, as he shut
fled down the stoop.-Philadelphia In.
quirer.
Rock Island daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1886-1893, 1890-02-20
ELECTRIC BITTERs.

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Rock Island daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1886-1893, 1890-02-20

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Ely's Cream Balm has proved its super
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before that common ailment becomes
seated and ends In obstinate catarrh.
Rock Island daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1886-1893, 1890-02-20

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doctors. Am now in best of health. "
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Bahnsen's drug store.
Rock Island daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1886-1893, 1890-02-20
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