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Waterbury evening Democrat., 1891-01-13
Reid & Hughes 04-1OO Bank St., Waterbury.
ACCIDENT AND INCIDENT.
An Air Line Brakeman Blown From
 life Train,

tuS LEaluS
 Lawrence Curtis, a brakeman on the Air Line divislon, was blown from a west bound freight train yesterday morning sometime between 8 aKd 4 o'clock at East Wallingford. His Ian tern remained burning on the top of the car from which he was blown and he was not missed until the train reached the union depot at New Haven. An engine was immediately sent out to look for him but failed to find any traces of him. At 0:15 yesterday morning Curtis . reached New Haven on a passenger tain. He seemed to be weak, and the ambulance was summoned to take him to his home at l20 Cedar street. Dr whittemore was called, and on eXami nation found that no bones were broken. He thought he would be all right in a short time.
 A colored man travelling on the Consoli- dated road yesterday afternoon startled the passengers by suddenly drawing a razor and cutting his throat before any one could stop him. He did not suc- ceed in severing the jugular, and, although he bled profusely, was not in any great danger when the train arrived at South Norwalk. He was taken of the train there, and the wound was sewed up by a doctor, after which he
 
 not be learned.
 Frank Shelton, disreputable charac- ter of South Norwalk, hanged himself to bar in a cell of the lookup yesterday afternoon. shelton had been placed in confinement for brutally assaulting his wife, and was said to have been tempo rarily deranged. A year ago, while in- toxicated m a saloon, he hit his brother Warren on the head with a heavy beer glass, which resulted in erysipelas, causing the latter's death. He waI tried for murder, but was acquitted.
 Henry McDufT, first mate of the oystel dredgsr Clifford Hoyt of New Haven had narrow escape from drowning in Bridgeport last evening. In attempting by means of ladder to board his boat which was lying at a dock in that city he missed his footing and fell into the water. The captain of a boat near by heard the splash, but being unable t. see any traces of a man in the water supposed the splash had been caused by something else falling into the water After a short time, however, not quite satisfied about the matter, he took a boa and making a thorough examlnatioI found McDuff clinEing to the piles o the dock. Assistance was summoned and McDuff taken to the emergency hospital.
 Sam Chamberlain of the Hartfort Wheel club had his collar bone broker while playing polo at Bridgeport Frida, evening. He was playing goal for thu Hartford Wheel club team in a gam against the Bridgeports Wheel club an' received a swift drive from ten feet il front of the cage.
 On grade crossing in Stamford, yes terday morning, a locomotive struck horse car, tearing off the rear platform and injuring the driver.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1891-01-13
THAT STAGE nAcE.
simple Enough When You Kin
 How It h Done.

simple Enough When You Know
 How It h Done.
 "Poor Cold Molasses; he would help me if he could.
 And the curtain rang down on the third act of the "County Fair" at the opera house last night. A DEMOCRAT reporter had been invited by Manager Jacques to witness the fourth and last act from behind the scenes, to witness the race by winning which, i'Cold Molas- ses" raised the mortgage from Abigail Prue's farm. Back of the fair grounds the scene was a busy one, the stage hands running about, the manager giv- ing directions and the jockeys dressing themselves for the race. The horses looked on as though they know their duty.
 again." and the deep voice of Otis below that all is ready for the last act. Up runs Taggs and good Miss Prue. Tim Tanner is slipping into hls white and blue polka dot suit, and the, bell gives warning that everything is ready. Another pull at the bell an1 the curtain rises, showing the fair grounds. Back of this drop the men are getting the mechanism of the track in order. "We will give them a good long race to night" says the manager.
 The horses are placed on the movable platform, the stage hands are set to worl to turn the crank that sets it in motion and another to wind the mechanism that pulls along the platform on which l"Cold Molasses' is placed. The bell ring. and the horses are of. It is a neck ant neck race at the start, but the stage hand is slowly moving forward the platform and "Cold Molasses" gains slight lead another pull at the platform, and "Cold Molasses" wins.
 Dr Bland witnessed the race from tn, rear of the stage. He says the horse are real thorouGhbreds. One of tn, horses took sick in New Haven and they had to put the race on with two horse last night.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1891-01-13
Reid & Hughes First Annual Sale
 Hamburg EmbrOidstiss'

Our First annual Embroideries sale will commence tomorrow, Tuesday morning at 0 o'clock. We import these goods direct, thereby saving all intermediate profits and as our system is to sell goods on the smallest margin of the people for cash, we can afford to give our customers the best possible value.
 The stock is the largest and finest in the city, and our prices will astonish those who have been accustomed to pay old method profits on their purchases.
 We have no space for details, but the following are our leading prices.
 Edgings 5c 10c 12tc and 25c yard.
 Insertions Sc 12ic 17c and Poe a yard.
 All Overs 75c $1. .00 and $1.10 yard.
 Baby Flouncings 47c 50c 69c and S3c.
 45 inch Flouncings S3c $1 .O0 $1.1O and $t.25 yard.
 Inspection cordially invited.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1891-01-13
STATE REFORM SCHOOL.
Quarterly Meeting Ot the Trus teel
 To Be Held "Wednesday.

NIWWNNHk UE NVo"
 To Be Held "Wednesday.
 The quarterly meeting of the trustees of the state reform school will be held Wednesday. The most important mat ter to be acted on will be the recom- mendation of Superintendent George E. Howe that the trustees petition the legislature for $25,0OO with which to erect, at point 100 rods to the rear of the institution, double cottage where boys not charged with any serious mis- demeanor may be kept separate and apart from those in the main building. The recommendation will probably be favorably acted on. Superintendent Howe knows the practical results of such a cottage, having erected one al the Ohio state institution of which he was in charge 20 years.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1891-01-13
Sniff for Libel in Seymour.

NEW HAVEN, Jan 13.-Jacob Idelstein of Seymour has brought suit against sharon S. Beach, also of Seymour, claiming that his reputation has been damaged to the extent of SoO, ,O00. Idelstein rented a store of Beach, and shortly afterwards the building was burned. Beach charged Idlestein with arson, and the latter was held in iail pending trial, when the case was noiled. Idlestein claims that the unsustained charge has damaged his business standing.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1891-01-13
Fractured His skull.

MIDpLKrowN, January 13.-Marshall Maloney. q resident of Portland, left his homs last night and did not return. A search was instituted and his dead body was found in a pool of blood this morn ing. In attempting to carry log of wood he slipped and fell, fracturing his akull
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1891-01-13
Judge Phelps, Son Dead.

Samuel Ingham Phelps, oldest son of Judge James Phelps of the superior court, died on Saturday at Chattanooga, Tenn, of pleurisy. His death was sud den. He was 48 years old, and was in business at Chattanooga with ex- Consul Russell of Haddam. His father was on the way to visit him and received the news at Washington. Word of his sons death was received at Essex from Judge Phelps yesterday.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1891-01-13
REV FATHER KENNEDY OBJ ECTs
Considers Wedding Demonstrations
 Acts of Dissertation.

Rev Father Kennedy, pastor of St the diocese. Of late many of the mem- bers of the congregation have been in the habit of collecting around the church doors on occasions when weddings were announced to take place and indulging in unseemly conduct. Not long since lot of rice was scattered as a newly married couple was leaving the church. At the early mass Sunday Father Ken nedy informed his congregation that such occurrences would in future be pre- vented and that he considered them acts of desecration.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1891-01-13
BARTHOLOMEW RETURNS.
The old Man Sentenced to One Year
 in Sharn priaon

HARTFORD, Jan 13.-George w. Bar tholomew was this morning sentenced by Judge Fenn of the superior court, to one year in the state prison.
 Bartholomew was the man who with Plunkett wrecked the Union Manufac- turing company and the Forestville Silk company several years ago, since which time he has b0en in Canada, a fugitive from justice.
 A few months ago an unsuccessful effort was made to have the complaint against Bartholomew nolled. Last night Bartholomew, who is S4 years of age, arrived from Canada, and this morning he presented himself before the superior court for sentence.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1891-01-13
The Price of Meat.

The Hartford representatives of the Chicago firms supplying Hartford with meat, held a meeting last week to con- slider the situation, and especially the losses by failures of some retailers and Slow payments by others. It was de. cided that hereafter credit will be given no retailer for longer than one week. There has been a slight increase in the wholesale cost of meats, and some re. tailers have already raised their prices.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1891-01-13
khot n seal in the soma.

Policeman T. P. Sheehan and George Goodwin went out duck shooting Satur- day afternoon and returned home with bigger game then they expected. a seal when of Black Rock and after a good deal of trouble succeeded in bringing it ashore. When brought to this city and placed on the scales it weighed a little over 15O pounds.-Nsw London Telegraph.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1891-01-13
Minute Sea Orra nisms.

The surface of the sea is alive witl vast swarms of minute organisms, botl plants and animals, and the Challenge, investigations have shown conclusivelJ that showers of these keep droppins day and night like 2 constant rair toward the ooze of the bottom.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1891-01-13
Thounht to Bo Inaane.

John Bree. who has been in jail for some time waiting to be tried on a charge of drunkenness, is thought to be insane. He is the same man who about three months ago, when confined in the jail, jumped head first down a well and miraculously escaped injury. His case will bo examined into.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1891-01-13
EXCITEMENT HIN HARTFORD.
The Supreme Moment Believed to be
 Near aE Hand.

HARTFORD, January 13.-It was twenty minutes to two when the senate was called to order this afternoon. At that moment Judge Morris entered the chamber and was greeted with great ap- plause. Every senator was in his seat.
 Senator Fox stated that Governor Morris would be sworn in this after noon. At 2:10 o'clock a recess was taken for twenty minutes. At this time Judge Morrls, Dr Alsop and Nicholas Stauo with their lawyers are drawing up paper in the ante room.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1891-01-13
s.rhe County Fair.o
His Name is Robert Walker.

SOUTH NoRwALK, January 13.-It was learned in this city to-day that the name of the man who committed suicide by cutting his throat on the New York train yesterday afternoon, twas Robert Walker. He is a colored man and over six feet tall. It is thought that he will live. He gives no reason for the deed and refuses to say anything. It is thought that he is slightly demented.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1891-01-13

DISTRICr OF WATERBURY, ss Probate U Court Jan IS, 1891.
 Estate of Thomas B. kyan, late of Waterbury in said district. deceased.
 The Court of Propate for the district of Wat bury hath limited and 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 accounts, properly attested, within said time, will be debarred re- covery. All persons indebted to said Estate are requested to make immediate payment to
 KATE LYONS, AdministratriX.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1891-01-13
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Waterbury evening Democrat., 1891-01-13
An Actor In HArd Luck.

John G. Towers, whose stage name is Edwin Vemple, assisted in harvesting ice on the Connecticut river, at Middle town, last week, to earn money suffi- cient to get back to New York. He claimed to have bssn cheated out of S1, ,000 due from theatrical manager.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1891-01-13
Brennan the Baker, 1O4 soush Main.
LOCAL LIN ES.

< You can buy flour of any kind at LADD'S cheaper than any other place in Conn.
 Have your Watches, Clocks and Jewelry repaired. Lake, ,Strobel & Co. Warranted.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1891-01-13
Death of Howard Plan..

Howard Plant, one of the two brothers who gave their name to the manufacturing village of Huntsville, in the town of Southington, died yesterday morning. aged 64.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1891-01-13

N~wants, For Sale, For Rent and other advertisomsnts of a similar charaeter puh- liahsd in the EVENING DEMOCRAT Tor 0qo cent word. Try it,
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1891-01-13

@-ThOse reap who sow. Morehaats who advsTtiaa in the MvRNMa DMMoeRAT SOW the leeds of ruceesa.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1891-01-13
AMUsRMRK1s.
.rhe stepdaaahter.o ;

a5-
 Friday night Annie Ward Tiffany, the Irish comedy actress, will appear at the opera house in "The StepdauKhter. The piece is a new one and was written especially for Miss Tiffany. An ex- change says: The author has succeeded in giving to the public play which has excellent opportunities for the effective comedy work of the star. The company is a competent enc, each member being we'll chosen for his or her part, and the scenery realistic in each act. exon Yonson."
 "Yon Yonson," a purely American comedy and one of the best ever pre- ssnted in this city, will be the attrac- tion at the opera house next Thursday evening.
 PInous' Casino Theatre. The new venture of having two sepa rate performances in one evening, tho first starting at 7:45 p. m. and the second at 9:15 p. m., proved more of a success than was anticipated. It will continue wishing to see a full performance fo one dime will avail themselves of thi opportunity, next week the resula prices will be charged.
 ''The County Fair."
 The dramatic novelty of the seasol was "The County Fair" at the oper house last evening. The play Is al American comedy possessing quaint ant the dialogue, especially in the first act is wearisoms, there is something abou the performance that creates a favorabl impression. The play is rounded off b. an interesting horse race, lasting fo nearly a minute.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1891-01-13
'rIMnLY TOPICS.

Bargain sale of odds and ends at Chase's this week. Laces at your ow price.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1891-01-13
SOCIETY AND CLUB MEETINGS.

eB- Secretaries are requested to send in the Gates of meetings of societies, lodges and cluhs and to notify us of any changes of regular meeI leg nights.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1891-01-13
Meetings This Evening.

Meetings This Evening. Naomi chapter, No g, o. k. S. Second division, A. O. II. Brass City lodge, G. U. O. of O. F. Court Wolf Tone, A. O. F. of A. Social meeting, Y. M. c. L. A. Sedgwick Guard Drill. Fraternity lodge, No 145, I. G. OF. Nosahogan lodge, No 21, I. O. O.. F. Comstock lodge, No IS, K. of F. Waterbury Choral society. Waterbury lodge, No 5, A. o. U. W,
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1891-01-13

DR. .. W. g. FROST. 1s7 Bank St.
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The World. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1891-1896, 1891-11-20

LANDS FACTORIES &cThe Company has ACQUIRED about 900
Of the choicest lands for Building Sites Faes this property
and within oneeght mile from the limits
the famous Faulkner Iron Ore Beds with great
some years West Virginia has been attracting
the attention f capitalists from all world
been such rush for her advantages and her wealth
of this country well the finest timber
take advantage Manuacur
railroad facilities ship out the goods and still
the coal timber We feel assured that Virginia
afford such inducements Marnrg
the county seat of Berkeley Of Vgas garden
employing many hands Of whom skilled wokmen pay
roll OF from $780, 900 $1,000 month"; with lines
cities and railroads of the United r
The Cumberland Valley Harrisburg Pa through
Malnsbug and connects with the great Pennsylvania
Virginia ana are now only SIX or eight miles from this
complete to Marnsburg.
The West Railroad the greatest coal railroad Of the
country running through the greatest belt of probably
in the world DESTROYS their water and n order
to DO will and almost bound Aansbug Thus viii
seen az once that artnbug mast be the
The City of Marnburg the State with its wide
streets and avenues built on either
houses residence The supplied Holly system
people fp' '
The streets and houses lighted by gas and electricity
MINERAL AND TMBERIn addition acres for factories
ana residences the Company controls the finest mineral
and timber lands The pleasure in SHOWING this
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FACTORIESThe reserved annie Grounds for Fa
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where they have homes good schools and
and climate Stock az S aoR M
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deemed eSpedient Directors if not suc times
as they shall elect, in full ' = ~ = sucl LINES
Subscribers to stock will have the right paid in full
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nsn' % douoie 'ne amount IN the payment Of a lot.
The World. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1891-1896, 1891-11-20
The Firs. Home Of the Flag.

The little old building ON Arch street,
above Second, where Betsey Ross made
the first flag of stars and stripes for the
United States army, is likely to be re-
moved bodily and taken to Chicago for
exhibition at the Worlds fair. The
building is owned by Mrs. Amelia Mund,
and she has been asked to name price
for the property, the prospective pur-
chaser being a western gentleman. The
Pennsylvania Historical society desires
to buy the house and remove it to the
park, alongside of PENIS house, but it
has not the money available. Mrs. Mund
would prefer that the old house remain
in Philadelphia. Philadelphia Record.
The World. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1891-1896, 1891-11-20
Two Heads for a VIE.

II. G. Matheson is an English engineer
who has been in the employ of the Chi
nese government for four years. Some
months ago. said he, there was a great
deal of trouble between the natives of
Formosa and the Chinese The former
are savage fellows and object to the en-
croachments OF the latter. There was,
and is yet for that matter, an unwritten
law among the natives Of Formosa which
forbids any young man to marry until
he has cut off two Chinese heads, and q
little anxiety to plunge into matrimony
causes reduction in the Chinese popu-
lation. This was one cause Of the trou-
BILE. San Francisco Call.
The World. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1891-1896, 1891-11-20

Justice Nichols, Of Independence, II
threatening to sue for damages, couple
who promised to be welded in his court
because they were married in Justice
Prewitt's court. He claims 1t was
breach of contract.
On Tuesday night, SO Justice Nichols
says, he was approached by a gentleman
who contracted for his services ut mar
rage to take place the next afternoon.
The time drew near and the justice sat
prim and neat waiting in his Office for
the coming Of the couple. He had filled
the application and had it ready for the
signature Of the prospective groom. The
appointed time came and passed, but the
couple that he waited for never came.
Meantime, Iii the Office Of Justice Prev
lit, the couple were quietly married.
They received their certificate and hap
PLY returned home. The justice was
still waiting expectant when informed
that the couple had already been married
and returned home. He declared his in.
tention Of bringing suit against the groom
for damages and breach.of contract.
The justice is emphatic in his deter
mination and says he will make it a test
case. -- Kansas City Times.
The World. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1891-1896, 1891-11-20

- 1872 49, - 49,. wl-r<
1>NIss, Wo>k q ~ circu1 cIcssd Mir
- 1nrhunss audlcncs. whose liberal ~
rkn1b slimilnted ~ performers 70 sur-
80 thcfr usual excellence.
Iho nndiencs was treated 10 an entire
" now version of thb Dawn Of Chris
fnnity,r the brilliant finale Of TIE Fall
a Rome when Jocko, the dogfaced
Daboon, took an unexpected part. Jocko
enjoys considerable freedom, and during
ire performance he slipped unnoticed
frori his perch in The dressing room and
emerged from door IN theheathen tenn
pie into the glare Of the lime lights while
Christianity was dawning.
Jocl<o recognized bis dear friend Nine
Bumond posing a. an angel with giisten-
ing wings, and In mischievous spirit
be snatched the wings, then turned and
fed precipitousiy down the Appian Way.
Nine. Bumond pufsnsd her departing
wings, and the rest Of the angels, con,
vnlsed with laughter, hed into the iute-
rior city. Then the spectators applauded
the race between the baboon and the
wingless angel until they disappeared
within the gates 81 Rome. Hereafter
Joclro will be obliged 10 confne his genius
10 his own specially, a which he q en-
inently successful. Philadelphia Press.
The World. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1891-1896, 1891-11-20
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