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St. Paul daily globe., 1890-11-10
Beyond Belief.


''I was picked up in the streets of
New York by minister of the gospel
and adopted by him. Having sent me
TO school and instructed me evenings
himself, he, as soon as I was old
enough, placed me at college, intending
to have me educated for the ministry.
Ny friend died during my last year at
college. and, being poor man and leav-
ing no estate upon which | could fall
back, was compelled to work the re-
maindPr of my term at coaching duller
students in order to pay my way. When
my course ended / cast about for an oc-.
cupatiOn. l was given by friend a
letter OF introduction to retired law
yer. who lived up at Stamford, Conn.,
Armed with this epistle. l repaired to.
the lawyers home. found him in. He
was seated. when | entered, at his desk.
in his library, looking over a pile of
bonds.
''At his elbow on the table lay car
pet-bag, filled with currency and coin,
evidently the result of some collections
that he had made. He read the letter.
which l handed him, and, after stating
that should call again in two days
time and he would in the meantime see
what he could do for me, l bade him
good night and the servant showed me
the door. l started for the gate, but
some uncOnquerable influence drew me
back to the house. l cautiously made
my way to the veranda which ran about
the house. The window opening from
the lawyers study to the balcony was
open. Quietly l stole toward 1t and en-
tered. Instantly the lawyer turned and
saw me and arose. l moved toward the
bag and bonds without saying word,
and the lawyer stepped back toward the
mantelpiece, over which hung large
saber.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1890-06-23
THE oLD FIREPLACE.

You may talk about your furnace fires
 Tfet warm your city homes, And tell mo how the heat aspireA
 And through the building roams; Iris handy, I'll admit, to push
 A little iron wheel, -~ And let the ghost of summer out
 About tho room to steal.
 But oh, I'd love to see once more
 My fathers big fireplace,
 To hear the old logs sing and roar,
 And watch tho lodging sparks outpoaI
 And up the chimney chase. Your modern grote's Q nico affair;
 When full of anthr acite, It lends the room 9 pleasant air
 On any winters night. The glowing cosrs nowerbed-
 Lilies and crimson pinls, And 'mong them many an elfn eye
 Peeps through and winkS and blinkS.
 But oh, long to see once more
 My fathers old 6ro-place;
 To watch me shadows flicker OCT
 My mothers whitely ssndCd floor. And round the ceiling racel These patent parlor stoves are fine. And charm away the chill With windows whence tho light may sh1nS The room with cheer to i'll. Some people love to boast about Our stylish modern ways, And thank the Lord who cast their lines In these progressive days But oh, that might be once moro Beside the old nre-plAcel To see tho fleet winged flames upsoa1 And watch the flashes on tho floor Entwine and interlace. | Hearty and jovial fires were those Ilovod so when . boy. They tinted darkness liko the roso And warmed tho heart with joy. | They chuclxled in an undertone, l They cackled, whistled, laughed, | Whey burned 90 bright, the cares of life Flew upward in the draughtl And oh, I'd love to be oncomore B esade the old dre-plsce; To drowse upon the sanded floor And find my mother bending OCT With love-light on her faocl l George Horton, in Chicago HerA'
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1890-06-23

NOTWITHSTANDING the decision of the supreme court that the bible is secta- rian book, and cannot be used as a text book in the public schools, and that the simple reading of it by the teacher with out commenting is using it as text book, the school board of Edgerton, Wis, has refused to cause such use to be discontinued in the schools. As a con- sequence Sheriff Babcock, of Rock county, has served peremptory writ of mandamus on the board, commanding it to cause the teachers in the public schools of district No 8 of the city of Edgerton to discontinue the practice.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1890-06-23

A PROMINENT Bridgeport democrat tells the Bridgeport Farmer that after talking with republican politicians in Hartford he is convinced that Governor Bulkeley will make determined effort to secure renomination. There has been general impression that he would leave the way open for Lieutenant Governor Merwin, but those who have assumed as much will doubtless find be- fore long that they were mistaken, as Bulkeley is understood to be setting up the pins to carry the convention for himself. This doubtless accounts for his recent emphatic announcement that he was not candidate for Senator Platts place. Taking into account the antag- onism that he has aroused among the state military and the farmers, his pur' pose to be again candidate certainy in dicates courage,
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1890-06-23

VIM O'BRIEN contributes a scathing article to the London Speaker on Mir Balfour's work in Tipperary. MT OBrien points out that MT Balfour's in struments in.Ireland no longer shoot down people in the streets, for that would attract too much notice in Eng land but they carry out the chief secre- tary's purpose by means just as bad, for in every village in Ireland where the people dare to meet they are bludgeoned within an inch of their lives. M. O'Brien challenges a full and free in quiry into the conflict in Tipperary, and charges MT Balfour with having shirked inquiry up to this, because he knows that his own misstatements in the house of commons and out of it would not stand moments examination.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1890-06-23
WHAT DO YOU wANTs
An Advertisement in the ssDemocrat''
 Will Help You.

An advertisement In the ''DomOcraC'
 Will Help You. Do you want agents? Do you want pupils2 Do you want partner? Do you want situation Do you want to buy anything? Do you want boarders or lodgers? Do you want "help," male or female? Do you want servants, clerks or me- chanics
 Do you want to rent a room, house or store?
 Do you want to sell your goodwill and fixturesP
 Do you want to rent or sell your house. office, store, lot or farm? Do you want to buy or sell horse,
 wagon or any kind of a vehicle? Have you lost or found anything?
 If SO, advertise in the DEMOCRAT, for one cent word. The returns are satis- factory. A twenty-five cent advertise tnent last week brought twelve appli- cants for position, within ten hours. A single ito rent" found tenant in one day. '''
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1890-06-23

THE Philadelphia Press thinks Senator Wolcott of Colorado illustrates in his own person the unwisdom of electing a very young man to the United States senate. Senator Wolcott is over 40, and he ought to be pretty well over the in discretions of youth by this time. When James K. Polk ran for congress at the age of go, he answered the charge of being young man by remarking that if a man was blamed fool at that age, he was quite apt to be one until he died Probably Senator Wolcott can say as much.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1890-06-23
Notice to Contractors.

CEALED PROPOSALS will be received , at the office of the Center School Dis. trict, Room 3, Irving block, until 6 o'clock p. m., Thursday, June 90, 1890, for the erection and completion of the Bank street school building in Brooklyn.
 Plans and specifications may be seen at the office of the architect, J. A. Jackson, Rooms 9 and 10 Lilley block, from Tues day, June IF, 1890, at 8 a. m. Plans must be figured at the office of the architect The committee reserve the right to reject any and all bids not deemed for the best in- terests of the Center School District 'i'
 A. I, GOODRICH,
 O. B. WEBSTER,
 JOHN J. MCDONALD,
 MICHAEL BEaNAL,
 F June 6, 1890.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1890-06-23
BOLD AidHwAYMEN.

They Attack Two Men Near Wilkesbarro
 and Make Their Escspe.
 WnKEsBARRE, Pa., June 23.-While George Smith and John Anderson of this city were returning from Har- ney's Lake last evening, three masked men attempted to stop them at a lonely spot near Dallas. The men car ried dark lanterns, and their appear ance 50 frightened the horses which the two men were driving that they ran down the road at lively rate of speed.
 Seeing that their intended victims were escaping the highwsymen com menced shooting after them. several of tho bullets going through the carriage.
 An armed posse is searching the neighborhood but have not yet found the outlaws.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1890-06-23

PERSONS who wear overcoats may be interested in the statement made by w.. H. Kinney, secretary of the recent meet ing of merchant tailors in New York, that an overcoat can be sold now for $62. 50 would cost S71.37 under the Mo- Kinley bill, and can be made Tn London and delivered here for $44.46. Conse
 quently, the New York merchant tailors are opposed to that section of the Me Henley :bill which allows travellers to bring $500 worth of clothing with them, free of duty. It is only small percent age of the population of this country that buys overcoats at $62.5O or has the means of availing itself of the privilege of importing $500 worth of clothes free,
 but it is from this small percentage that MT McKinley's party collects it's cam paign funds, and some concessions must be made to them. The duties are much higher in proportion on the goods out o1 which the cheaper overcoats are made.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1890-06-23
Supposed Suicide Turns Up,

P1rrsBuRe, Pa, June 23:-The sensa- tional story of the suicide of young Vincent in Cleveland two weeks ago because his handsome young male friend, Connors, had deserted him, has been unexpectedly upset. Both mon are from this city, and last night Vim cent, the supposed suicide, was found drunk and robbed under a river bridge. He and two companion, who are now in jail, had put up a job on Connors by pretending suicide.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1890-06-23
The Turnern, ConHention.

NEW YORK, June 23.-The fourteenth convention of the North American Turner's is in session in Central Turn Hall. Col. William Pfaender, of New Ulm, Minn., is temporary chairman. Seven hundred and twenty-four dele gates representing 36 States and dis tricts are present.. President Muench delivered the opening address. He congratulated the Bund upon their rapid growth. He said they controlled a greater social and political power than any other organization in the United States.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1890-06-23

A union excursion to Savin Rock will be given by the French Canadian socie- ties and the Canadian band tomorrow. Train will leave the Naugatuck station at agreeable: "a large party will go. This evening the band will give concert on the green, and will render a carefully selected programme of six numbers.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1890-06-23
A Swind1inH Loan Association.

PHILADELPHIA, June 23.-The police have received several inquiries from western points about the Eastern Building and Loan ssociation," which has been actively engaged in securing mortgages in the West. None of the alleged officers of the Association can be found here, though until the police began to investigate mail addressed to the concern was taken from che post office once a week. It is thought that a number of people have been vic- timized.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1890-06-23
The Ruling Passion.

Minister (consolingly)-Don't weep, Mrs. Smith. I hope your dear husband is in Heaven.
 Widow Smith don't know, sir, whether be is in Heaven or not, for his tombstone is not engraved yet and have not read his obituary in the news papers. But Cbrightening up Httle) I'll have . card of thanks published, thanking those who assisted him during his illness.
 Minister-That is unnecessary. It was simply an act of humanity. It was their duty. Never feel obliged to any one for any thing, nnless 1t be for some thing that duty and humanity did not require any one to perform.
 Widow Smith-But it's the fashion to publish card of thanks, and now that am q widow it behooves me to follow the fashions pretty closely for the next year or two. And won't give him a dandy yfuneral?-AroolaR Record.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1890-06-23
Refuhed Naturalization.

READING, Pa., June 23.-The applica- tion of Charles An Sing, Chinaman, for naturalization papers was refused by Judge Endlich in court here. The Judge finds no warrant in law for making a Chinaman an American citi- zen no matter how respectable or worthy he may be. The judge states that the framers of our laws never contemplated that Mongolian should be made a voter In the country.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1890-06-23
Faith and Belief.

BURLINGTON, Vt., June 23.-The bac- calaureate sermon before the graduat- ing class of the University of Vermont was preached by President M. H. Buck ham, from Acts, xvii, IA; "After no long time there arose against it tenn pestuous wind and the ship was driven" The speaker regarded the thought of to-day as largely driven by untoward winds. The pilotage of the word of God was necessary. Faith and belief Anust be regained.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1890-06-23
Red With Black

MAKES brown; white with brown chest WI nut; carmine with white, pink; and the perfectly pure combination that results in that necessity in every household, the G. O. Taylor Bourbon and Rye Whiskey, bottled by c. H. GRAVES & SONS, and sold by every reputable Druggist and Grocer as of guaranteed purity.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1890-06-23
Dropped bead GotnR to a Fire.

TROY, N. Y., June 23.-The large livery and sales stables owned by Hut ton & Son, of this city, caught fire yesterday afternoon and were totally destroyed. The loss will be very heavy. Engineer Gillen, of the Eddy Fire Com pany. dropped dead while ep route to the fire,
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1890-06-23
A Sensible Man

Would use Kemp's Balsam for the Throat and Lungs. It is curing more cases of Coughs, Colds, Asthma, Bronchitis, Group and all Throat and Lung Troubles than any other medicine. The proprietor has authorized all druggists to give you 8 sample bottle free to convince you of the merit or this great remedy. Large Bottles 5Oo and $1.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1890-06-23

Working Up Sensation.-Reporte
 -'I have . great scheme" City Ed itor (eagerly)-''What is it?" Reporter -"Let ms have twenty-five dollars and I'll write up a three-column sensation on How It Feels to Have a New Suit ~Clothier and Furnisher.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1890-06-23
A ByCicler'S MiSllaD.

PAssA1o, N. J., June 23.-About s:3O last night Superintendent Sterling of the electric light company, while riding a safety bycicle, ran over a dog at the corner of Main and Passaic streets. The collision threw him to the ground and broke one of his legs. He was carried home by officer Whyn.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1890-06-23
HOUSES, HOUSES, HOUSES.

Five New Houses at north end of city,
 $3,OOO and upwards Another on North Main street at ,5OO One on Burton street, S4,0UO One on Central avenue, $0,OOO One near Watch Factory will rent flo
 10 per cent. on cost. Houses in all par Is of the city at all prices. Call and see our list Building lots where ever you want them from Watertown to Naugatuck.
 ~ PRICES TO SUIT. AZ. Abbott & Son, Real Es.Agts. Masonic Temple 102 Bank St. Open Tuesday and Saturday evgs. 2 7tos o'clock.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1890-06-23

Downs & Sanford, 98 North Main street, W. N. Ladd, 66 South Main street. M. J. Fogg, 1S7 South Main, 15 North Main.
 zeas, Co6ees, Ekc. J. F. Phelan, 27 East Main street. Great A. &. F. Tea Co, East Main street. Union Tea Co, 72 South Main street.
 DrHgs and Medicine. Bart Bossidy, Al East Main street. F. J. Bossidy, cor. Bank and Leonard street
 Z0bace0 and Cigavs. M. II. Waas 7S South Main street. Paul Asheim, 1oo Bank and 10 Grand stree
 Dentists. $. W. Chipman, 1Ol Bank street.
 Watches ana /ewelvy. Lake, Strobel x Co. Exchange place.
 HarazOare, Eke. b. B. Wilson, II East Main street. f. B. Field, 6l South Main street. r. J. Bolan, 74 and 76 Bank street.
 Bakery. Kelly, North Main, South Main and Bank
 Penmanship. F. k. Holly, 131 Bank street.
 Laund,1es. E. k. Davis < Co, Canal street American Hand Laundry. Mrs. $. J. o'Donnell, Mohagan street.
 WaH Rabey.-Paintng. Oscar H. Valentine. Rink building. L. H. Haase, l17 Bank street.
 Live,y Stable. Stiles A. Wheeler. rear 56 and 5s Bank street. Austin's Stables, Scovin street. Pianos, Musical Me,ch1udase. R. c. Forbes. 2e5 South Main street.
 ASurance. F A. Granniss, 52 Bank street. Maurice F. Carmody, 13 East Main street.
 H0keLs. Earle House, Bank street. United States Hotel. New Haven. NezO and Sec0nd Hand Houses M. Ehrlich, 53 East Eain Street. George E. Sheridan, 131 South Main:street.
 SPectaeIfs, f. $, Grant, 145 Bank street.
 ReStanrauk3 Charles F. Smith. 62 East Mail, street. J. R. Burns "A Bank street.
 lPA~m6ing. Donahue.& Adamson, 60 EastlMain. street.
 RatZyoads. N. Y., N. H. H. | N. Y. & N. K. EaM. & W. & c. R.
 CZa1rvoyanl. Mrs. A. w. Bishop, ..s4a South Main street0
 Amusements. Jean Jacques
 Con/echone,y. F.:L. Scott, 45- East::Main street.
 Meats. RS. Bohl, 94 South Main street.
 Uudertqkeys. Martin Bergen. 6a South Main street. John!Moriarty, 20 Grand street. ~ J. M. Burrall & Co, 50 Bank street. w. II. Hunt, 61 South Main street.
 PAysiciaus an4 .Svy;geous. Henry F. Gill M. D., 155 South Main str Dr c. W. $. Frost, 1s7 Bank:street.
 Real Estate Agenks. D. H. Tierney, 131 Bank street. A. F. Abbott & Son, 1O2 Bank street. F. B. Rice, s. P. Williams. s5 South Main:street
 Sample Rooms. James E. Watts, 1os South Main street. T. H. Hayes. 34 East Main street. >'. Ed Kane. 10 ScovllT street. '-''''' James W, Hodson, 1s Exchange place. Henry Murphy, 43 EastiMain street. Fruin's Wine Room, 1sa Bank Street., Frank Brothers, Co. So. Main ahd Union. Trainer & Hamlmell, 51 East Main street.
 coal and Wood,i N. W. Greenman. 7S Bank street, Miller Strickland. 107 Bank street. Fred J. Wood, 2S1 East Main street. oitv Lumber and Coal Co.
 E20Wevs. A Dallas, 58 Bank street. w J. Snow. % Exchange Place.
 Breavers and Bokaeys, Hellmann < KipR. c. E. Miner, No. Elm street.
 Patfr. R. E. Hitchcock & Co, p1 and 20 Canal it, ,.A Carpets and Ltholsteying. Elkins & Wake. 1ss to 1s7 South MaiD street A0pyieka,y Medicines. c. H. Graves 6 Sons, Boston. Aliens New Discovery.
 A'akosrseAs, RIA. Dickson. Rink Bailding.
 Novshy Sore. Boston soo Store, 1ae South Main street. Frank X. Fennera 15l Bank street.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1890-06-23
FOR SALE

Two large New Houses on Baldwin street. One large Double House on Second ave-, and two New Houses on Chest nut avenue.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1890-06-23
OUR DIRECTORY
C2ohling, Faynishings, Llf.

Czokting, FaynisAings, En. Upson, Singleton & Co 99 Bank street. J. B. Mulliugs, Bank street. Waterbury One Price Co, l06 Bank street L. I. storm, 159 1-2 Bank street. Fulton Christopher. 2 Phoenix avenue. F. F. * R. G. Snagg, 60 Bank street.
 Dry GooAs, Millinery, Ete. E. T. Turner & Co, Exchange place. Miller ts Peck, 3s South Main street. I. Chase. Arcade building. J. F. Charters & Co, l0and 12 East Main street. W. D. Scott & Co, 10 and la East Main street. T. F. Judson, ReiC. & Hughes. Nellie Charles, 26 Bank street, Ensign & Co.,, 55 South Man street.
 Bools, Shoes, Ruddey Gooas. E. J. Finn, 13 East Main street. F. J. kametti, It East Main street. Damon x Shippy, 10S Bank street. w. L. Douglas s shoe. Ryan S Fitzmaurice, 72 Bank street
 Furniture, Ec. Waterbury Furniture Co, 20 Grand street. J. M. Burrau lE Co, 50 Bank street. Elkins x Wake, 123 to 127 South Main street. W. H. Hunt, 75 and 77 South Main street.
 Grcceries, Feed, ZSas. Quin,ard GS Merriam, 129 Bank street. William II. Collins, 135 South Main street. Downs & Sanford, 9S North Main street. W. N. Ladd, 66 South Main street. M. J. Fogg, 1s7 South Main. 15 North Main.
 zeas, Co6ees, Etc. J. F. Phelan, 27 East Main street. Great A. &. r. Tea Co, East Main street. Union Tea Co 72 South Main street
West Virginia argus. [volume] (Kingwood, W. Va.) 1877-1946, 1890-12-11
The Social World.

One of the most enjoyable social
affairs of the season was the gay
party given By Miss Florence Wick
ery at her home on High street last
Friday night. A number of invi-
tatIons had been sent out, and
about fifty guests assembled in re-
spouse to the hospitality of the hos
tess. The parlors we're filled to
overlooking with the elite of the
town, and the hours sped on all UNI
needed while mirth and gayety
relgned supreme. Cards and va
rious games wcro INDUCED in by
some. while all were entertained
with some excellent vocal music
from Mrs. j. NJ. Crane. Mrs. G. Y.
Bishop and Mr.. T.. G. Manown,
and perl APPS others who we have
overlooked. There was also some
fine instrumental music on piano
and guitar by different ones. ms
there were several musicians pres
ent. Refreshments we're announced.
and then all helped with the enter
tainmcnt. The tables were loaded
with the delicacies of the season,
cold turkey, salads, cakes, ice
cream, coffee, etc., and all did am
pie justice to the feast. and Senator
Morley could hardly be gotten away
from the table, and Judge Hoke
seemed very much in love with the
Sallie(d). The merry party did
not break up till the wee small
hours of morn bade them "Boa
jour and time fer home.
This is the first of series OF so.
cials that we are TO have to while
away the long hours Of winter and
make Kingwood a pleasant place to
hibernate in. Miss Nyra Watson
has issued cards for n Masquerade
Party at her home Tomorrow eve
ming, which promises TO be dc.
lightful affair. Miss Nyra is a
charming hostess, and all who are
fortunate enough TO attend will pass
very pleasant evening. Now who
IL next? Ladies', keep the ball roll
ing and don't let Kipgwood's repu-
tation for old Virginia hospitality
anguish. The long winter is before
us, and let us pass it pleasantly and
prolltably.
West Virginia argus. [volume] (Kingwood, W. Va.) 1877-1946, 1890-12-11
LOCAL CORRESPONDENTS
LOCUST GROVE.

couespondence Of tho Arsus
Mrs. Carrie Maust went to Pitts-
burg last week to consult q physi-
clan in regard to her little son.
Jacob Spiker was at Friendsville
on Monday. Lee Frankhouser will
come home in the near future.
John Schnopp will move to his
farm, recently purchased OF his
father, in the spring.
W. II. Smith was at Terra Alta
last week with load OF buckwheat
flour.
Steven Guthrie has returned from
Jefferson county, where he has been
for some time.
Lucian Glover's infant child died
suddenly last Saturday night.
Rev. Rexroad is holding protract-
ed meeting at the banks school
house.
John +. Kelly will como home
from Uniontown to spend his
Christmas.
Miss Mary Spikcr was visiting
relatives last week.
Philip Schnopp raised stable
last week. Philip is one OF our en-
terprising farmers.
Ezra Kelly was visiting near
Henry OH Saturday. We understand
GRAFT Kelly is doing quite bust
ness in buying calves.
George Wolfe was visiting here
recently. j. JACKSON.
Dec. 6, 1890,