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Waterbury evening Democrat., 1891-09-12

Clothing, Furnishings, Etc. Waterbury One Price Go, D. Hawley, operative Tailoring Go, J. B. Mullings, M. Kaiser 6 Co. Boston Clothing Go. Benjamin Sedgwick. John Semrow. M. Wersba. Upson, Singleton & Go, J. Goldberg.
 Dry-GoOds, Millinery, Etc. E. T. Turner, Miller & Peck, l. Chase, Reid & Hughes, Conlon Bros. Boots, Shoes, Rubber Goods. E. J. Finn, Damon & Shippy, W. l.. Douglas, G. R. Dodge,
 Furniture, Etc. Waterbury Furniture Go, J. M. Burrall, Elkins & Wake,
 Groceries, Feed, ,HEtc. John B. Vallee, w. N. Ladd, Comeau, Blanchette & Go.
 Teas, Cofrees, Etc. Great A. & P. Tea Co, Union Tea Go, J. F. Phelan,
 Butter, gs,:Cheese. Boston Butter House,
 Drugs and Medicines. Brooklyn Drug store, James E. Rowe, J. P. Nugent, Peoples Drug store, 0. K. Kilbride & Go, B. Bossidy.
 Tobacco and Cigars. Paul Asheim, Dr Ryder, New York Dental Parlors.
 Watches and JeweIry. Lake Strobel & Co, H. G. Chatfeld,
 Paints and Varnishes. William Davy.
 Hardwar D. B. Wilson, F. B. Field, P...J. Bolan, Kelly, the Baker. Trott, Lawton & Co. Brennan, the Baker. O'Brien Brothers.
 .Penmanship. P. B. Holly,
 Laundries. B. R.FDavis & Go,
 Wall Paper, Painting. l.. F. Haase, Valentine Bros, Pianos, Musical Merchandise. Driggs & Smith Co, Shoninger & Go.
 Dye House. H. M. Kelly,
 Insurance, Etc. F. A. Granniss, T. J. Moran. New and Secondhand House. NJ. Ehrlich,
 Railroads. N. Y., N. H. & H. N. Y. & N. E. M. w. & c. R.
 Restaurants. Kingsley & Burke,
 Amusements. Jean Jacques, s..Bohl, e"'S
 Undertaking. John Moriarty, J. M. Burral & Go, W. F. York. Mrs w. F. Dillon. James Mulville..
 Physicians andaSurgeons. Dr c. w. s. Frost, Dr Gill,
 Real Estate. D. H. Tierney, T. J. Moran. s. F. Williams.
 Sample Rooms. James E. Watts, T. H. Hayes, James w. Hodson, T. F. Mcdonald. Harvey Brothers, w. H. Casey. 'The Windsor" J. c. Srahan. Collins & Wagner. w. l.. Fruin. John Leo.
 CoaI-and Wood. City Lumber and Coal Go, M. Kennedy: Frank Miller &sCo,'
 ,tFlowers. A. Dallas, W. J. Snow,
 Brewers. Hellmann &sKipp,
 Paper. R. E. Hitchcock & Go,
 Carpets and UphoIsterIng. Elkins 6 Wake, l.. Schulke,
 Proprietary Medicines. Lydia Pinkham Vegetable. Compoun
 Novelty Store. I. H. .Kamak,
 Shorthand andkTypewrit1nGa Miss H. L. Mattoon,
The Marietta journal. [volume] (Marietta, Ga.) 1866-1909, 1891-05-28
A COUNTY FAIR.
COBB COUNTY FAIR ASSOCIATION.

According to previous call, q
meeting was held at the court house
last Saturday, to take steps to have
a county fair. Mr.. c. NJ. Crosby
was made Chairman, and Mr.. R. B.
Goodman, Secretary. The meeting
was not large, but was composed of
farmers, lawyers, merchants, and
others, who showed a determination
to do something in this line.
A number of speeches and sug-
gestions were made, all looking to
the pertecting of plans and an or
ganization.
A charter is to be obtained and the
shares will be made S.. The Or
ganization will be called "The Cobb
County Fair Association
Mr.. Chuck Anderson proffers to
let the Association have his grounds,
near town, consisting CT some stalls
and race track, with ample ground
for buildings. This generous offer
was accepted and a committee was
appointed to wait on MIR. Anderson
and obtain an option. The commit
tee consists of Col. Moultrie NJ.
Sessions, MIR. J. D. Cunningham.
Jr., and Mr.. Frank Watson.
A committee to solicit subscrip-
tons i'll Marietta, was appointed.
consisting of Messrs. G. NJ. Crosby,
B. R. Legg and Robert B. Good
man.
The county Alliancemen are re-
quested to bring the matter before
their lodges and stimulate interest
in the enterprise, as 1t is a county
affair for the general good.
The meeting adjourned 10 meet
at 10 o'clock on the first Tuesday in
June, at the court house. Every
body cordially invited to attend and
aid in this laudable movement.
The way to have county fair is
to talk it up, and all work for it. Be
sure to be on hand at the next meet
ing.
The Marietta journal. [volume] (Marietta, Ga.) 1866-1909, 1891-05-28
ELECTRIC CAR LINE
PROPOSED TO BE BUILT FROM
ATLANTA TO MARIETTA.

DEAR JOURNAL:-Asw we are aware
that your advocacy of whatever is
for the welfare of the citizens of
Cobb county carries an influence OF
weight, we wish to mention a sub
ject which is being frequently dis
cussed by many of the thinking and
progressive men, who feel deep
interest in the matter. IT'S the
building of an electric car line from
Atlanta to Marietta; the best route
for it, cost ct construction, and the
cheapness OF it's fares and certainty
of its ploving a paying investment.
In view of the rapid development
of the region between the two cities,
and ot.the cities themselves, it is
taking hold of the minds of many,
that such an electric line as indica-
ted will be among the real needs of
both communities. Kennesaw
Mountain and it's contemplated i'm
provements will be placed at the
doors OF Atlanta; the grand and in
spring views be enjoyed by thous-
ands; it's sylvan shades, healthtul
breezes, mineral springs, lovely
drives and social privileges, all be
made easily and cheaply accessible,
giving health and pleasure to many
who, under less favoring circum-
stances, would be deprived of so
great benefits.
Such a cheap line for the accom-
mediation of passengers and convey
ance of light freight and produce,
would soon cause a continuous line
OF private dwellings and public en-
terprises to spring up, that perfect
bee. line of industries will become
eager and grateful patrons Of the
electric institution.
Is not thus practical. sensible
enterprise? Will the appreciated
JOURNAL please feel the public pulse
upon this subject? I. F. J.
Bolton, Ga, May 26th, 1891.
The JOURNAL would be glad t.
see the proposed project take shape
and materialize, and we hope the
above article will enlist the interes
necessary to give success to thu
movement.
The Marietta journal. [volume] (Marietta, Ga.) 1866-1909, 1891-05-28

small, compared to the usual attend
ance. We suppose many took ads
vantage of the 9 a. M. "accommoda-
ton" and attended the Culpepper
tent meeting in Atlanta. The very
small attendance at night, we sup
pose was owing to the rain. The
services throughout the day were
profitable.
We see from the Atlanta Journal
that Rev. s. R. Belk has been pre-
vailed upon to deliver again his
great lecture on "The Far Wild
West" The Temperance Hall, on
East Alabama street has been se>
cured for his use.
Rev. Mr.. Perry filled the Presby-
terrain pulpit again through last
Sabbath. The congregation at the
morning hour was fair but few out
at night, on account of the rain.
The Primary Department Of the
Methodist Sunday school, is to have
picnic on Saturday at Glover's
Grove. The children must be at
the church Saturday morning at 8
o'clock, with their baskets and "out-
ing" outfit. Mrs. HUMPHREYS will
have charge and parents may feel
safe. Send the ''little ones'' along
and let them have good day in the
woods.
Rev. Mr.. Wynne, Baptist pastor,
had good congregation Sunday
morning and the congregation, as
usual had a good sermon. Owing
to rain in the evening not many out,
but a profitable service, notwith4
standing.
We are glad to know from reports
that the Baptist prayer meetings are
growing in attendance and interest.
This is always sign of real church
life.
Rev. Mr.. Pise, Episcopal Rector
arrived the latter part of last
week and filled his pulpit through
the past Sabbath. His charge gave
him a cordial welcome. He had q
good congregation Sunday morning.
His people are we'll pleased. He is
said to be young man of fine prom
Use. We extend cordial welcome
and hope for large success in his
work.
The Marietta journal. [volume] (Marietta, Ga.) 1866-1909, 1891-05-28
MARIETTA, GA. THURSDAY MORNING. MAY 2s 1891 =
CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
ORGANIZED IN MARIETTA LAST
THURSDAY.

AT the meeting CT citizens last
Thursday afternoon, at the council
chamber, the committee, appointed
at a previous meeting, reported the
constitution and bylaws, which were
adopted. The name of the organiza-
ton is the Chamber of Commerce OF
Marietta. Forty-one names were
enrolled the first day and the COM
mittee, w. L. Sessions, D. w. Blair
and E. P. Dobbs, will canvass and
secure other names, and report at
the next meeting next Monday after
noon at 8 o'clock at the council
chamber, when officers will be elect
ed. Everybody is invited to be on
hand and Join, regardless of occu-
patton, profession or business. The
object Of the organization is for the
good OF Marietta and all should give
their countenance and assistance in
making it success.
A committee has been appointed
to wait on the Railroad Commission
ers in regard to freight discrimina-
tons against Marietta.
The Marietta journal. [volume] (Marietta, Ga.) 1866-1909, 1891-05-28

According to the Norwich Rulle.
tin, Prof. Brewer of Yale recently
told good snake story. Years ago
he was in California and had his
tripod and other surveyors instru-
ments in the field. Stepping along
in the bushes he felt a movement
under his feet and found he was
standing on four and half foot
rattlesnake-a large, vicious, and
fighting fellow. But the snake was
so pinioned that he could not strike
the thick boot that held him fast.
Prof. Brewer held the rattler's head
down with his tripod and cut it off.
Then he cut of his rattles. Step.
ping aside he saw the body of the
snake, partly coiled, lying very still.
Taking out his rule to measure it's
length the professor took hold of
the serpent to straighten him out.
"Quick as an electric Shock said
Prof. Brewer, that headless snake
brought the bloody stump over and
struck hard blow upon the back
OF my hand" He added: 81 knew
that his head was off and that he
could not poison me, but that quick
and hard blow of the rattler made
my hair stand on end" Prof. Will
lister, standing by, said: 81 have
on two or three occasions seen
similar sudden blows by headless
rattlesnakes."
The Marietta journal. [volume] (Marietta, Ga.) 1866-1909, 1891-05-28

Without irrigation Dakota does
not appear to be worth much as an
agricultural district. Artesian wells
are said to be the only salvation of
the new northwestern states. Prac-
teal engineers who have looked the
ground over report that the land Of
South Dakota and probably both Of
the Dakotas will prove practically
unprodnctive without irrigation.
Dakota will certainly have to irri-
gate or consign her crops to the ten.
der mercies of the drought.
The Marietta journal. [volume] (Marietta, Ga.) 1866-1909, 1891-05-28

Mrs. Christen Peterson, Span
ish woman, and four children, aged
from three to ten years, were found
hanging in the cellar of their house,
three miles northwest OF Harlan,
Iowa. 1t is thought they have been
hanging since Wednesday night,
Goth instant. The husband was
sent to the insane asylum about a
week ago and this series Of murders
and suicide show that the wife should
have accompanied him, as she must
have been violently insane.
The Marietta journal. [volume] (Marietta, Ga.) 1866-1909, 1891-05-28
An old German named Williams

An old German named Williams
was killed by passenger train on
the Knoxville, Cumberland Gap
and Louisville railway few miles
from Knoxville. He lived at flag
station and was tagging the train,
but for some reason did not get of
the track, when the train slowed up
and the engine struck him, cutting
his head in two as smooth as an axe.
He was tagging for the purpose Of
placing a whiskey jug on board the
train.
The Marietta journal. [volume] (Marietta, Ga.) 1866-1909, 1891-05-28
A negro child of Coweta,

A negro child of Coweta county
on W. E. OTr's place, in the Sixth
district, was burned to death a few
days ago under circumstances so
shocking as to be almost incredita-
bic. The child, mere infant, was
left in charge Of two older children
while the parents were engaged with
some outdoor duties. The child be-
gan crying, whereupon the older
children took shovel ana filled its
mouth with hot embers. Wher the
parents returned the cflld was dead,
and the pallet upon which it reclin-
ed was in bright blaze, having
caught from the live Goals which lay
scattered around.
The Marietta journal. [volume] (Marietta, Ga.) 1866-1909, 1891-05-28
TO BE CARED FOR.
The CONFEDERATE GRAVES To
HAVE ATTENTION.

Inc Confederate Memorial Association
OF Cobb county held another meeting last
Thursday afternoon at Col. w. S. Cheney's
law office. Bylaws were adopted and an
Executive Committee of 80 privided Tor
and to be elected at the next meeting. Two
persons from each Militia district are to be
selected On the executive committee to so>
licit subscriptions to provide headstones
for the Confederate graves. 1t is hoped
the Alliance lodges will take steps to per-
feet this movement and aid in securing
concert OF action to care tor these Confed.
crate graves. The dead are from all the
States and the duty is incumbent on all
the people to help.
Ill. Samuel Earle has been elected his.
torian of the Association, and with Miss
Nettie kirkpatrick as assistant, will pro-
coed to get up data for future use.
A committee was appointed consisting
of Mrs. H. d. McCutcheon, Mrs. j. D..
White, Misses Nettie kirkpatrick and Car
lie Aston to solicit subscriptions to be
used in the purchase of headstones or a
monument. The bylaws provide for quar-
terly meetings of the Association, to be
held at clock on the first Thursday at.
ternoon, the first quarter to begin on the
first Thursday in June. Col. Cheney s
Office place of meeting. Everybody inter-
ested in the effort are considered members
aud invited to attend the meetings. Nc
dues. Only voluntary contributions.
The following subscriptions have been
reported and will be published from time
to time
The Marietta journal. [volume] (Marietta, Ga.) 1866-1909, 1891-05-28

Charles Payne, young boy, and
Alex Beal, laborer, were drowned
in tie Tennessee river at Knoxville.
They were swimming, when Payne
began to sink, and Beal CALAMITY
attempted 70 swim to his rescue, but
was seized by the drowning lad with
a clutch that carried them both
down. The bodies have not been
found,
The Marietta journal. [volume] (Marietta, Ga.) 1866-1909, 1891-05-28

Four men demolished the furni-
ture and broke the windows of the
churchat Nelson last week. The
sheriff and two deputies went after
them, but they had skipped out.
The Marietta journal. [volume] (Marietta, Ga.) 1866-1909, 1891-05-28
A SPRING Medicine.

Nothing so efficscious as P. P. P. for a
spring medicine at this season, and for
toning up, invigorating, and as a strengths
ener and appetizer take P. P P. 1t will
throw off the Malaria, and put you in good
condition. P. P. P. is the best spring
medicine in the world for the different ais
ments the system is liable to in the spring.
The Marietta journal. [volume] (Marietta, Ga.) 1866-1909, 1891-05-28

The new Congressional apportion-
ment law provides for a House of
356 Representatives, an increase Of
"A over the present number. The
law will not 60 into effect until
March, 1898, after the Presidential
election.
The Marietta journal. [volume] (Marietta, Ga.) 1866-1909, 1891-05-28

The largest locomotive ever made
weighs nearly 100 tons, and was re-
Gently turned out at the Baldwin
locomotive works, Philadelphia. 1t
has FIVE pairs of driving wheels. The
fire box is eleven feet long. 1t is
guaranteed to haul 100 tons up q
grade los feet to the mile, and is
one of the FIVE to be used in the
Port Huron and Sarnia Tunnel,
The Marietta journal. [volume] (Marietta, Ga.) 1866-1909, 1891-05-28

Five States furnished a majority
OF the delegates to the late Peoples
Party convention in Cincinnati
Kansas, Missouri, Nebraska, Ohio
and Indiana. Kansas furnished
nearly One-third Of the whole num-
Der.
The Marietta journal. [volume] (Marietta, Ga.) 1866-1909, 1891-05-28

For Old Sores, Skin Eruptions, Pimples
Ulcers and Syphilis, use only P. P. p,
and get well and enjoy the blessing only
to be derived from the use of P. P. P.
(Prickly Ash, Poke Root and Potassium. }
The Marietta journal. [volume] (Marietta, Ga.) 1866-1909, 1891-05-28

The COW of farmer near Bedding
Mich, swallowed her owners watch
last year. She was killed the other
day and the timepiece was recover
ed. When taken to a jeweler he
pronounced it in good condition, land
proved his words by setting and
winding it. 1t has since kept good
time.
The Marietta journal. [volume] (Marietta, Ga.) 1866-1909, 1891-05-28

A party of negroes report seeing
q wild man near Lafayette recently.
He was i'll almost nude condition,
his hair almost hiding his face and
reaching to his waist. On being ap-
preached he uttered a low growl,
like that of dog, and fed into the
woods. The negroes were frighfen-
ed. and also took to their heels.
A few days ago Mrs. Bob Colquitt
who lives a lew miles from Crawford,
went to gather up some little chick
ems. She found them huddled in
the grass close to fence, and she
spread out her apron and scraped
the chickens into it rolled them up
and went on up to the house. It
was rather damp out doors. and she
carried the chickens into her dwell
ing and dumped them upon the
floor, and to her surprise dropped
with the chickens large, high lanSe
moccasin. Her screams brought as
sistance and the snake was killed.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1891-01-15

The early chapters of Mrs. Davis's book
are devoted to the early life of her hus-
band and his ancestors. who came from
Wales and located at Philadelphia. There
were three brothers. and the youngest OF
these, Evans Davis, removed TO Georgia,
then colony of Great Britain. He mar
ried widow named Emory and had one
son. Samuel DAVIS. the father of Jefferson
Davis.
his YArHx8 AND MOTHER.
Mrs. Davis quotes Jefferson Davis as
having described his father and mother IN
the following language:
During his service in South Carolina
nv father met my mother. and after the
war they were married. Her maiden name
was Jane Cook. She was of Scotch-Irish
descent. and was noted for her beauty and
sprightliness OF mind. She had graceful,
poetic mind, which, with much Of her per.
sonal beauty. she retained 10 extreme old
age. My father also WAS unusually hand
some, and the accomplished horseman his
early life among the mounted men OF
Georgia naturally made him. he was q
man OF wonderful physical activity"
THE last time saw my father he was
sixty-four year8 Of age. He was about "a
noun. a. tall and restless bFse, so that II
was difficult for him 10 put his foot In the
stirrup. Suddenly he yaulted from the
ground into the saddle without any assist
ance. He was usually grave and Of stoica
character. and Of such sound iudgmea'
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1891-01-15
THE IDENTITY OF A CALF.
An Amusing Controversy Between Citi-
zens of OBSERVATION-DISCLOSURES &c.
,c.o.,.u ,o,,,o n, ,.a pich,cond niana.cn1

An Amusing Controversy Between Citi-
zens of Cord sc.
Correspondence Of the Richmond Dispatch.l
GoRDoNsyuIE, Va. January 10, 1891.
This town has been shaken from centre
10 circumference over the identity of q
calf. Two citizens of the town put their
calves at weaving time in the same pas
ture When they went for the calves both
claimed one calf, and they were honest IN
their belief. Both men employed able
counsel. Mr.. Stutz had General james q.
Field, Mr.. Leake secured Mr.. Lindsay
Gordon. They had about the same num-
Der of witnesses on each side (ten or
twelve) to prove the calf belonged TO each
one. OF course a good deal of the testi-
mony did not count for much, as many
figured in bIr. Wrinkles capacity-told too
much. Some very amusing evidence was
given.
HE WAS "PERLIIE."
One negro testified the calf in contro-
yersy was by his steer" That created
such laugh he then said: 81 tried to bo
perlte as 'dar was ladies present, but !
shant say steer no more; Isgwine say ball
now" Both parties agreed TO leave the
case TO two magistrates to decide, They
decided, according TO the evidence, it was
Mr. Stutz's calf. Mr.. Leake has ten days
TO say whether he will take II to q higher
court or not.
SHOOTING.
The gun club lie thing of the past. No
more will be heard the sharp report until
the club isre0rganized. Its members have
done their last shooting TO decide who
would have the surplus money and traps.
SKATING.
The past week the young people of the
town and the surrounding country have
been collecting on Bakers largo pond en-
ioying the skating. Mr.. HuGy, of WASH
ington, and MIR. Bernard Grymes, of THIS
town. were especially noticeable for their
rapid movements and fancy strokes. The
small boy was quite plentiful on the ice
with his backward skating, deliberate aim.
and many excuses as he would upset the
equilibrium of @ spoOny couple tagging be-
hind. There was enjoyment for all, as the
ladies who did not skate were sent skim
mina over the ice in small rocking-chGiTs
by big, stalwart skaters. Last nights
thunderstorm has melted the ice, 80 no
more skating until grim winter sends the
thermometer in another direction.
TIE ITALIAN AND HIS BEAR.
Not very tar from here, whilst bear was
performing on railroad track, at the in
stigation of his master for the amusement
of some school children. the train came
along. Inc Dear splei inc lI1ln ABOUT ING
time his master did. The man coaxed,
pulled. and showed as the engineer whis-
tied for them 10 get of the track, but that
bear remained fixture. lie showed hls
teeth end growled, ready 10 make bel
ligerent attack on the oncoming train. The
Italian, foreseeing the result, grabbed the
bear in his arms and both rolled down the
embankment together. After the tram
passed they both returned TO the track,
and travelled on together as amicably as
ever.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1891-01-15

war. and who has become famous Gs the
Daughter Of the COnfsderacy." Is best
known. She is beautiful girl, OF an eX-
tremely lOvable disposition, and IS the
constant companion Of her mother. Not
long ago her engagement to be married
was announced, but owing 10 declining
health the match was broken of.
The other daughter married Mr.. Hayes,
q Colorado banker. AZ Jefferson Davis
left no male descendant her son is expect
ed 10 perpetUate his name. When the boy
was born the State of Mississippi, by act Of
the Legislature. changed his name TO
Davis: so the boy ls now known as Jeiler-
son Hayes Davis.
In the first chapter of the book MrS.
Davis explains that her object in writing
the book is. az far as possible, to tell the
story of her husbands life m hls own
words: to make It autOblograpn and
to complete the task lie left unfinished.
Then she says:
During the intervening period Of over
fourscore years Jefferson Davis, by his
stainless personal character; by his untiag-
ginr and unselfsh devotion TO the interests
of the South; 10y his unsurpassed ability
as an exponent and champion OF her rights
and principles, as well as by his dlstln-
gushed public services in peace and war,
and his high official station was universally
regarded, DOLN III nome tuutlItdus 10 pre-
eminentlv the representative of great
era, great cause, and great people.
HIS MEDICATION.
The era is closed, the cause is lost. but
the people remain and revere the memory,
and mourn him dead, whom living, they
delighted TO honor. 1t is for them that |
write this memoir and yindicatiOn of his
political action. In vindicatlDg him also
vindicate them; for he spent his long life
in their service, and was rewarded with
their love and confidence from his cradle
to his grave. In the doing of the sacred
task shall endeavor to be guided by the
spirit that inspired him during his whole
life: q spirit of unylelding devotion to
truth and duty, of uncomprOmisinG
antagonism against oil assaiants of JUS
tice. without regard 10 their prejudlces
or their numbers, but Mindful of the fact
that every opponent, even to the death, Is
not necessarily an enemy, and that SIN
cerlty OF belief is entitled TO respect even
when found aITayed against Us, l shall
endeavor 70 do exact and equal justice ia
the antagonists of the South, as well as "a
her leaders; naucht to eXtenuate nor set
down aught in malice IL I fail, IL will be
because INV love for the southern people
and their Lost Cause and leader may un-
consciously influence my judgment OF the
men and beliefs that were arrayed in dead.
ly conflict during the war between the
States"
The accompanying picture of Jefferson
Davis is taken frCm portrait IN the pos
session Of Mrs. Davis, and is her favorlte
picture of her late husband.