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The Press., 1891-12-03

Two freight trains left New Britain for Hartford on Monday ten minutes apart, and the speed of the second being much the greatest it crashed into the rear of the first, making terrible wreck. The engineer was probably fatally hurt, and the conductor and fireman very seriously injured. The track of the road, also of the Consolidated load beside it, were so torn up that traffic was delayed for nearly 36 hours.
 Rev. Dr. John Hall, of the Fifth Av- enue Congregational church, New York, narrowly escaped assassination last Sun- day as he was going from his church to his residence. An insane man named John G. Roth, formerly a member of Dr. Halls church, and who was assisted financially by the doctor, fired three pis- tol shots at him, each bullet missing but passing near him. Roth is crazy, and is under arrest.
The Press., 1891-12-03

ROCKVILLE has had test case of the power of policeman to compel people to ''move on." Alderman Payne came home from the Springfield football game, and a number gathered to hear him tell the story of Harvard's defeat. Evidence shows that they did not noticeably ob- struct travel, but after the group had for many minutes stood in the street, an offi- cer who had once before passed it without interfering ordered it to disperse. Sev- eral started to obey, when Alderman Payne called upon them to stand, saying that the officer had no right to interfere e. Result, MT. Payne was arrested and made to pay light fine and costs. The police man followed instructions of his chief, as outlined by city ordinance, and dis charged duty made obligatory upon him, after giving the greatest possible latitude by delay in acting. .,.... ri
The Press., 1891-12-03
Married.

Willimantic, Nov. 18th, Hiram U. B. London, of South Windsor, Vt, and Au- gusta l.. Bosworth, of Mansfield.
 Monson, 2d, Clarence Webber of New York city and Nellie Haggerty of Mon- son; same day, Maurice Welch and Min nie Foxy, both of Monson.
The Press., 1891-12-03

4 T Court of Probate holden at Ash A ford, within and for the district of Ashford, on the 18th day Of November, A. D. 1891.
 Present, DAVIS A. BAKER. Judge.
 On motion of AnsOn G. Barlow, administrator on the estate of Reuben M. Barlow, late of Ash ford, within said district, deceased.
 This court doth decree that six months be al- lowed and limited for the creditors of said estate to exhibit their claims against the same to the administrator, and directs that public notice be given of this order, by advertising the same in a newspaper published in Stafford three weeks, and by posting copy thereof on the public sign post in said town of Ashford, nearest the place where the deceased last dwelt. Certified from record, DAVIS A. BAKER, Judge.
The Press., 1891-12-03

Liberal salary and expenses paid. See advertisement in another column headed Good Salary by Sears, Henry & Co.,, Ge- neva, N. Y. They are reliable firm.
The Press., 1891-12-03

Comptroller Staub and Marvin H. San- ger, as board of equalization, have add ed to the tax return of the New York, New Haven < Hartford Railroad 46, ,750 shares ($4, ,675, ,0O0 par) of stock, repre- senting the new issue, thereby increasing the valuation nearly $7,OOO, 900 and add ing about $53,O0o to the tax that they will claim to be due. The Consolidated road has already practically refused to recognize the board and will, no doubt, hold to that policy. The returns have been sent to State Treasurer E.. s. Henry, who says: ''This attempted &C., ton of the assumed board of equalization will cost the state handsome sum in un- collectable taxes.
The Press., 1891-12-03
James Mckeon & Co.,
 SPRINGFIELD, MASS.

NEW STAGE ROUTE.-I will 1N run Stage between STAFFORD SPRINGS and ROCKVILLE on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays, and on other days If engaged.
 Leaving Stafford Springs at 8 a. m., and Rock vile at 3 p. m. Leave orders at my residence on Gold-st., Stafford Springs. L. LEITZEISEN
The Press., 1891-12-03

SPEAKING of birthdays, does it readily occur to people generally that there is a difference between 8 twenty-first birtn- day and twenty first birthday anniver- sary? One marks the attainment of an age of twenty years, the other of twenty ouo yoara
The Press., 1891-12-03

THE New York legislature, once con- ceded to be republican on joint ballot, is being gradually made democratic by the action of local boards of canvassers. Gov. Hill seems to be the director of the move. The republicans will contest in the courts and in every possible way, and it bids fair to be a warm winter at Albany and at numerous county seats in the state.
The Press., 1891-12-03
w D. KINsMAN.

W
 To Stafford Springs Ladies: I
 Our Stafford Springs trade acknowl- edges our place to be Headquarters for all supplies in Trimmings and Art Needle Work. Our stock beyond doubt is larger and more complete than any house between New York and Boston. We aim to make it un- approachable for elegance and variety, and to so fix prices as to make it pay any one to travel quite distance to avail themselves of 1t. <. :, DRESS, WRAP AND CLOAK TRIMMINGS and dress makers sup plies are speciality. Beside these we are not to be outdone in HOSIERY and UNDERWEAR. We have Wool, Cashmere, Cottoa Silk and Lisle Hosiery. Children's Black Wool, to 8 l-2, 25 cts, best value. Infants Soft Cashmere Hose. Extra value in Ladies' Black Cash mere at 5Oc., 75c., and 87 Ia cts. Try our guaranteed absolutely fast Black Cotton Hose, pairs for $1, 3 pairs for $1. Fine qualities 45c., 5Oc and 65 cts. per pair.
 RIBBED JERSEY RINO CASHMERS and CAMEL'S HAIR UNDERWEAR for Ladies, Misses; Boys and Babies. These are the very best on the market, and we will supply your family with soft, luxuriant, dura- ble Underwear at low prices. You will be surprised at our 50c. Ladies' Jersey Vests and Drawers.
 CORsETS.
 Greatest range of styles, perfect fitting, If you have been dissatisfied elsewhere we have makes and styles to jdst suit you. This article is a specially with us.
 INFANTS LONG GLoAKs, Worsted and Cashmere sacques, Plush and surah Silk Caps.
 HANDKERcHIEFs. Our stock in these is SO large and va ried as to be beyond description in this space. Our assortment will please you, and prices will be found as low as the lowest.
 LACES,
 White and Black, in matched patterns, 2 to IA inches wide.
 Name your want, and we will nn- dertake to supply it.
 ]. K|NSMAN,
 Corner Main and Bridge sts,.
The Press., 1891-12-03

THE cold wave which struck us Sunday night was more severe at the west and south than here. At Norfolk, Va, six inches of snow fell and sleighs were run ming. There was also snow in North Carolina, and killing frosts in northern EIrx-fdo
The Press., 1891-12-03

THE trial of the libel suit of Pomeroy vs. Root, growing out of the Gleason d. vorce case, has been postponed, the de- fendant calling for more specific charges. The Gleason suit is set down for trial at Rockville to begin on the 10th inst, the request of the respondent for further nostnonement being refused.
The Press., 1891-12-03

A horrible double tragedy was enacted at Hotel Warwick, Springfield, Tuesday night. George E. Barr, proprietor of the Hotel Warwick, was on Wednesday morn ing found dead on the floor of the room which he occupied with his wife, and in a chair close by the dead body of his wife. Both were shot and the weapon with which the deed was accomplished lay up- on the floor. The supposition is that he killed his wife and then killed himself. Both appear to have died instantly. Mrs. Barr was found sitting, almost reclining, in large easy chair, fully dressed, her hat on her head and wearing her street coat. Her gloves, lightly held held be- tween the fingers, were in her hand. She looked as if she had just come from an evenings entertainment and had dropped into chair before removing her wraps. Everything indicates that MT. Barr shot his wife as she lay or sat in the chair, and then, realizing what he had done, took his own life. When they were mar ried, about a year ago, the wife had con- siderable money. He was supposed not to be doing very well in the hotel busi- ness and they are reported to have had frequent rows because she refused to fur nish him money. It is more generally believed, however, in Springfield that Barr's jealousy of his wife was the cause of the act s.-..s..
The Press., 1891-12-03
nIsTRICT OF HOLLAND, ss. Pr

nISTRICT OF HOLLAND, ss. Pro- D bate Court, December 1st, 1891.
 Estate of Acena Hyde, late of Wilmington, in said district, deceased. Upon the application of George A. Rounds, praying that letters of administration may be granted on said estate, as per application on file more fully appears, 1t is lsI
 Ordered, That said application be heard and determined at the Probate Off1ce in Holland in said district on the 7th day of Dec, A. D.. 1S91, at g o e m o the time and place of hearing thereon, by pub fishing the same once in some newspaper having circulation in said district and by posting a Wilmington, in said district, at least six days be- fore the day Of said hearing.
 VIM. D. HOLMAN, Judge.
The Press., 1891-12-03

Counsel for Isaac Sawtelle, of Boston, convicted in New Hampshile of murder ing his brother Hiram, and sentenced to be hanged January 5next, have presented their petition for new trial to Associate Justice Chase of the supreme court. The basis for the new trial is that counsel propose to show that the crime was com mitted in Maine
 J. D. Gill, of Springfield, is arranging for his annual exhibit of oil paintings to be held in February. As usual, the best artists will be represented. This exhibit Is one of the events of the year, looked forward to by picture lovers all over New England.
 DARN FULL of Hay, to be sold cheap, D if sold for cash; 15 tons, more or less, on the Perry Potter Place. Wilmington Inquire of MIR.
 Stafford Springs, Conn.,, Nov. 3O 1891. THE annual meeting of the Stafford the office Of j. F. Chamberlin on Monday, Dec. 7th, 1891, at 10 a. m. R. s. HICKS. Secretary.
 A A A A A SYSTEM making STOCK and GRAIN "A SPECULATION practically an INVEST onEs alge an9 efer aed v dressing THE MUTUAL SYNDICATE, wall street, New York.
 FARM WANTED! Having Wood and Timber Land, i, Conveniently near market,
 IN EXCHANGE For any one of my THREE HOUSES Situated in borough of Stafford Springs.
 E. w. BROOKS. | 4-.
The Press., 1891-12-03

ONE of Rockville's nearly new steamers is in the hands of its builders, its boilers being so eaten by some ingredient in the aqueduct water as to make it unsafe. No wonder Rockville votes license if its city water will eat up boiler iron in that fash
The Press., 1891-12-03

E A T Court of Probate holden at Tol- "A land, within and for the District of Holland, on the 1st day Of December, A. D., 1891.
 Present, VIM. D. HOLMAN, Judge.
 On motion Of John s. Hanks, administrator on the estate of LuciuS J. Phillips late of Holland within said district, deceased.
 This court doth decree that six months be al- lowed and limited for the creditors of said estate to exhibit their claims against the same to the administrator, and directs that public notice be given of this order by advertising in newspaper published in Stafford and by posting a copy thereof on the public sign-post in said town Of Holland, nearest the place where the deceased last dWelt. Certified from Record. VIM. D. HOLMAN, Judge.
The Press., 1891-12-03
Y ,ADIEs' JACKETS.
LONG GARMENTS,

With Military Capes, are very stylish indeed, particularly for young ladies. Fans, Grays and Navys are among the best colors. Prices $13.5O, $15, $18.- 50. You'll find full assortment enough to satisfy the most fastidious taste.
The Press., 1891-12-03
Choice New Comb Honey, In one pound sections:

Florida and Jamaica Oranges, Malaga Grapes. 300 baskets Catawbas at 2Oc. Basket. Bananas, Lemons, Gran berries, etc. sse4s4e#s# .....e r
The Press., 1891-12-03
W. c. ELLIS.
 My Stock of GOOD THINGS

For Thanksgiving trade was never larger or better in quality, or lower in price, or selected with. greater care than this year. K
The Press., 1891-12-03

New Brazil Nuts, Naples Walnuts, Filberts and Almonds justin. Also a few barrels good Hickory Nuts. 20 bushels |of Rice Pop Corn. Same variety sold last season. sa Aasa
The Press., 1891-12-03
Leave your orders for celery early.

Try Leggett's Riverside" Tomato Catsup, made from whole ripe fruit. The finest of spices and materials are used in it's manufacture, producing very su- perior article. a- r..-. ... s..-
Crawford avalanche. (Grayling, Mich.) 1879-19??, 1891-08-20

fkuow where its stream FIRST ssss the day,
Far ba- 4 In the rock bound wells
And II softly creeps on its sinuous way,
A thread Of light through the pe5bIes gray,
singing--ah, whstf who teiIs3 "
The wavelet csisps on lie widening ssa,
And dancing bubbles break.
As an artist draws with hand fulI free.
Circle and line--soft vocal glee
Ripples along their wake.
he ancients thought that the rune OF the
tide
Laughed through some naiad's throat;
But tbs only the music that doth abide
At the heart OF all, whate'er bstide--
Creations hopeful note.
In noiseless pools-hke rests that lie
In song, too deep for speech,
CLOVIS the calm beauty OF the sky
The measureless Divinity
Love soaring beyond reach.
The mirrored stars afar of swinging,
Join in the brooks low rhyme.
The endless fugue through all space ringing,
Chords, hearts, and spheres and spray-drops
finging-
The symphony of Time
Sing, brook soft syilab'es repeating
What sages may not knowl
hIcould tell what foam-waves breaking
Might tell, or the wind the long grass shak.
ing,
How would my numbers fowl
Helen L. Carey, in Boston Tra iscript
Crawford avalanche. (Grayling, Mich.) 1879-19??, 1891-08-20
Cattle at the Worlds Fair.

It is gratifying to learn, as we do from
recent announcements, that the cattle
-cicpartmeut OF tfe- ProPorvd -evs~-ss,s~-.
Fair at Chicago is receiving much atten-
tiou throughout the world; aud it will
probably constitute the finest exhibition
Of cattle ever made. The American
Jersey Cattle Club and the Holstein-
Friesian Association have each appro-
printed $40, 900 for showing their cattle.
J. +. Sarg. of Nussdorf, Germany, who
represents the Cattle Breeders Associa-
ton OF Baden, the largest breeders as
ISOLATION on the Continent, writes that
he intends TO send herd of Simmenthal
cattle. These cattle come from Switzer-
land and aye large, the COWS weighing
about i 400 pounds, and often 1000 or
LOO pounds, or more. They are white,
and marked with large, irregular and
sharply defined spots or bars OF red. yell
low or drab color. They are nicely
shaped. have fine bone. head and skin,
and should make q good impression,
though they are probably no improve
mert to the breeds now found in Amer
- New York Independent.
Crawford avalanche. (Grayling, Mich.) 1879-19??, 1891-08-20
A Lucky Accident.

"The small size of the steamers
screw, I" says boiermaker, sis not due
ID the perception of any inventor of its
greatef erect ss compofsss --s.l--- -i--ear.
one, but purely TO accident. When
first engaged in the machinery business
screws for steamers were made as large
as possible, it being the theory that the
greater the diameter the higher the
speed. A, vessel was placed on Lake
Erie with a screw so large that it was
deemed best to cast each blade in two
parts aud then weld them together.
During a storm ali these blades Of the
propellcr.broke at the welding. reducing
thv diameter by more than two .thirds.
To the surprise Of the captain the vessel
shot forward nj speed such as had never
been attained before. Engineers then
experimental with small prJpellers, and
discovered that they were much more
effective than large ones. Had it not
been for that accident we might have
gone on using large-b laded screws to
the present day."
Crawford avalanche. (Grayling, Mich.) 1879-19??, 1891-08-20
The Order of the Day.

Saws st. Louis man: al was a witness
of a funny scene at the Fair Grounds
then known as Benton Barracks that
took place in 1861. A New Yorker
named Strong was sent out here 10 look
after Quarterlnaster's supplies, and in
order to give him some military status
he was commissioned Brigsdier- General.
He neither knew nor pretended to know
ANYTHING in the world ebout military
matters. II so happened that all the
higher officers were called away, and
that he found himself in command OF the
troops at the barracks. The adjutant a
young West Pointer, came to him for
the order of the day. General Strong
knew fully as much about Sanscrit as he
did about this, and for moment was
completely nonplussed. But he was a
man of ready resources and soon extri-
Gated himself from the difficulty. Order
Of the day order of the dayP he said.
Well, you can 10 to-day just what you
did Yesterday. Wait a minute, he
called out as the astonished adjutant was
retiring. Convene all the troops In q
prsyer-meeting to pray for the success OF
Crawford avalanche. (Grayling, Mich.) 1879-19??, 1891-08-20
A BRAVE WOMAN.
The Heroism and Terrible Trials
Of Mrs. Grimwood In India.

The English people are very proud Of
little lazy whose heroism equslled that
of any male hero who ever wore the
medals Of honor. She is Mrs. Frank 81.
Clair Grimwood, the young and pretty
wife OF the British resident at Manipur,
where the recent shocking massacre took
place.
She was only three years wife when
she was called upon to endure trials that
would have overcome many more ex-
perienced woman. A few weeks ago it
will be remembered the natives about
Manipur became rebellious. Three Eng
lishmen under q flag Of truce went out to
pailey with them. Only their heads cam
back to the Residency.
Then the Europeans knew the worst
had come, and they prepared to sell their
lives as dearly as possible. For several
days the handful of British defended the
holly assailed Residency. The wounded
were placed in cellar, where they were
tended by brave Mrs. Grimwood, who
though shot through the arm, would not
give up.
AT last the ammunition began to give
out and il was decided to retreat. The
little band had dwindled till there were
scarcely enough to carry the wounded.
Not man was left behind on that dark
night when the Residency was aban-
doned by the back way, and the fright
eDed but brave squad plunged into the
thicket. In the morning their flight was
discovered by the enraged besiegers,
who, taking their trail, harrassed them
day and night as they made for friend
ly territory.
Through that terrible retreat the little
lady bore up with great bravery. Though
bullets were falling about her she never
faltered. She set out with Der ordinary
and she had to put on heavy ammu-
milton boots.
For ten days the retreat continued.
Day by day the pursued became weaker.
Then the last hope flickered out on the
tenth day, when it was found that the
cartridges would last only through that
day. The next they would be ut the
mercy of their pursuers.
But Mrs. Grimwood cheered on the
men Her words of announcement and
hope remained to the weary fighters and
they struggled on. During the day Col
onel Butcher, in command, gave out all
the cartridges but two-one for himself
and one for the lady, to end their lives
in case of capture. =.
But just as 1t looked as il they would
have to be used q body Of friendly
Ghoorkas was met. These charged the
Manipuri, rescued the British, and car
ried Mrs. Grimwood in. triumph to their
chief city, whence she reached English
territory. Then she took of her clothes
the first time in ten days.
She speedily recovered from the ter,
rible strain. and her convalescence has
been assisted by the gracious apprecia-
ton of Queen Victoria, who has given
her the Royal Red Gross. Admiring
friends in London have also presented
her with wreath of honor ana are NOV
ing for public recognition.
Crawford avalanche. (Grayling, Mich.) 1879-19??, 1891-08-20
Locusts in Europe.

The appearance OF locusts IN Southern
Italy and the country near the mouth Of
the Rhone reminds the correspondent OF
q German paper that this is by no means
the first time tim. tho latter district has
been visited by them. The local history
OF Aries mentions between the years
l545-76 several processes at law against
the locusts; for at that time the custom
still survived of subjecting animals and
even inanimate objects to trial, sentence,
and the ban of the Church, just as If ther
were human beings.
In 1865, when the locusts laid waste
the region in question, the people were
in despair, and forthwith demanded
their expulsion. Accordingly sum
mons calling upon the insects to appear
before the Court of the "Official" was
issued and proclaimed throughout the
fields around Aries. AS in due time the
locusts. who it may be presumed were
wary of justice, failed to appear, we'll
known advocate, named Martin, was APP
poiuteu 10 1foea sns<z.--1r z.s,ssusfz:-'
The defense was admirable. The locusts,
said Msitre Martin, were but instruments
in the hand of God for the punishment
of those who refused to pay the tithes
due to the Church, and to lead them to
penitence and the renewed fulfllmcnt Of
their duty.
He submitted that the curse should
not be pronounced against the defend
ants" but that they should be regarded
as blessings in disguise, and suffered in
patience till God should remove them.
But this pious defense failed. The To-
Gusts were formally cursed and called
upon to leave the country withon. delay.
The record adds that notice of appeal
was given against this decision, but that
before the day Of bearing arrived the To-
Gusts. probably finding their quarters no
longer safe. had flown to seek fresh
ields.-LL London Telegraph.
Crawford avalanche. (Grayling, Mich.) 1879-19??, 1891-08-20
HEAVY sroRa INsINDIANA.

One Man X He'd and several Injured aud
Buildings demolished Mt Elizabeth
town.
A Columbus (Ind) special says: An
electrical storm swept over this section OF
Indiana. Five residences were struck by
lightning and three Of them burned. At
Elizabethtown the school house was de-
Sno.ished and the residence of Charles
scisco RACED. Scissors son Ezra was killed
and scisco was fatally injured. Charles
McCully was struck by lightning and par
Alyzed, and DR. Thompson, while In a
buggy. was dashed against a fence and re-
ceiSed probably fatal injuries.
Crawford avalanche. (Grayling, Mich.) 1879-19??, 1891-08-20
A Pr,.oper.s rnring Leap for Liberty.

At Denver. Col, Juan J. Weeks, a United
States prisoner, escaped from his guards
by jumping from the window OF the United
States court room over the postofhce.
Weeks had been sentenced by Judge Parker
to imprisonment In the House of Correction
at Detroit, and was in company of Deputy
Marshal o. W. Brown. Weeks made dash
for liberty. throwing a handful of pepper
In the Deputy's face as be. ran. The crime
for which he had been sentenced ten min
utes before his escape was completely In
piano frauds in Omaha, Kansas City and
Denver.
Crawford avalanche. (Grayling, Mich.) 1879-19??, 1891-08-20
BARRING CHTNEsE NiERCHANrs.

Celestial Traders Cannot Entsr American
Ports without an Imperial Certificate.
Unless the counsel for the Chinese can
secure q reversal of Che United States Su-
preme Court decision of Aug In the case
of wun shing no coolies will hereafter be
admitted at San Francisco The Supreme
Court held that a strict construction of
section OF the exclusion act requires that
all Chinese merchants who are allowed to
enter there must bear the Chinese Govern
ment's certificate that they have been mer-
chants and are eligible TO enter this coun-
try. This excluded ia IN a single day.
Crawford avalanche. (Grayling, Mich.) 1879-19??, 1891-08-20
Electricity as a Detective.

An English shopkeeper found that on
several occasions bottles Of spirits wer,
missing and he could obtain no olew V
the thief. Finally he arranged an cleo.
trio signaling device by means of which,
IL bottle was disturbed, bell would bt
rung. The affair worked admirably aud
the thief was caught red-handed- =
[Philadelphia Record.
Crawford avalanche. (Grayling, Mich.) 1879-19??, 1891-08-20

the Government and the suppression Of
this wicked rebellion The sdjutant
gAsped, stared and stood irrcsolutc, but
being accustomed TO obeying orders inn
plicitly, he said nothing. and the prayer
meeting was held. General Strong
afterward laughingly boosted that all the
Union victories were due to his peculiar
innovation on ordinary military rontine'