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Waterbury evening Democrat., 1891-08-21
PLAGUE OF FLEAS.

Swarms of the Little Pests Have Made
Their Appearance Here.
Swarms of healthy, hungry and ac-
tive heas have made their appearance
in Waterbury within the past week.
When you see man stop suddenly on
the street and try to reach that portion
of his back just between the shoulder
blades, you will know that he has been
attacked by the pests. They travel in
schools and attack rich or poor with
equal vigor.
To catch flea is difficult enough, but
to prevent him from escaping after he
is caught makes catching him trivial
feat in comparison. In the first place
he must be seen, and unless he is on
some part of the person that both eye
and hand can reach, the only thing to
do Is to let him bite, in the hope that he
will transfer his feeding ground to
where the chances are more even. A
finger which has not been moistened
cannot hold him second, and even if
the necessary moisture has been pro-
vided, he has good chance of escaping
while his captor is Investigating to see
whether a capture has been effected.
The only safe way is to put the finger
and thumb into the water before seperat-
ing them, and then, to be sure before
remain on either. In course of time he
will drown. The only other way to
make sure of his death is to cut HIM in
two, but as he is only about the size of
the point of needle, and as only an eX-
pert can keep him fast while bringing
him into position against something
hard and smooth and white, where the
edge of a knife will have effect, the
drowning process is the better.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1891-08-21
WORLD OF SPORTS.

Denny Lyons, the hard-hitting third
baseman of the ST Louis club, will not
be seen on that bag again this season.
President Won der Abe yesterday morn
ing suspended him without pay for the
balance of the year. Drunkenness and
failure to report for duty was the cause
"When 1 cough it's a slow ball.
called out "Kel'' from the coaching lines
TO one of his subjects at bat. Buffinton
put up good many teasers and ''Kel''
had numerous spasms. us he allowed
TO do that?' was the question Morgan
Murphy asked Umpire Davis. "Of
course he is" retorted Cub Stricken
from his place at second, ''That is
Kelly !" Even "KeP' enjoyed the sarcas-
tic shot and asserted, GIVE got a touch
of the old tonsilitis. Will you people
excuse me for breathing?'
The Danburys have accepted a chaI-
lenge to play the Waterburys on Labor
day. The game will be for purse of
fifty dollars and will be played at Sandy
Hook. The st Rose drum corps will
have picnic at Sandy Hook on Labor
day and the base ball game is intended
to be the chief MISUNDERSTANDING
News.
The Boston Reds have released Nc
Geachy. He gave excellent satisfaction,
but now that Richardson is we'll Nc
Geachy is not needed. He will sign
with the Athletics.
Con Daily leads the Brooklyn team in
batting.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1891-08-21
STRAY SHOTS.
leSSneSS.

Wednesday night it was rumored that
the long roll was to be sounded during
the night. This would call out the
whole brigade. Consequently every
member remained dressed, ready for the
call. 1t came not, however.
The detail yesterday from Co & was:
Privates j. Danaher, E. Shanahan, Shea,
Sullivan and Wheelahan. Co A, Ser
geant w. Goldsmith, Privates Nc
Clellan, Ross, Ebbs and Dewitt.
Louis Hellman was visiting friends in
COG street yesterday.
Dan Casey, the man of many faces,
still has watchful eye on the end tent.
He is good assistant to the hustling
quartermaster.
Sergeant Claxton of Co A tried to
work the rope trick on Private Hazen,
but was made the victim himself.
Corporal Gus Longstein of the City
guards of New Haven, Second regiment,
had his term expire to-day after serving
seven years. He reinlisted on the camp
grounds. This is the second case in the
history. of the Connecticut National
Guards of man enlisting in camp. He
has proven a very effective officer and is
well liked.
One of the companies of the First
tried new way of smuggling three
kegs of lager into camp, but did not
succeed. They procured boat, took
the beer aboard and started for camp via
the bridge route. The swift current
was too much for the fresh water mari
ners. The boat was upset and the oc
cupanls swan ashore. The lager went
out of sight and the boat was towed in
by sailboat.
The programme for the departure OF
the brigade for home tomorrow has
been arranged as follows: Battery A
Guilford, 7:06. First regiment 1890
ment 1920, left at 80 last year; Thirc
regiment 1915, :45 last year ; Fourth
regiment 1910, 2 o'clock last year.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1891-08-21
THE GROWING HEN.

Faded Old Fowl Which Reproduced
Chandeliers Own Song.
The Oldest hen in the farmyard
learned to crow. When the thin fall
setto tones were first heard everyone
said that one of the coclzerels had found
his voice; but came upon the real min
stre1 at last in one of her private re-
hearsals. The faded old fowl was
standing behind the hen coop, out Of
sight of the others, swelling with pride
and song. The melody and words were
complete; a reproduction In feminine
tones Of Chandeliers own song.
The private rehearsals went on for
some time before the artist appeared
in public. Then, instead of winning
ticed her. The cock added his fne
deep bass to the old hens soprano, but
the farmyard would not listen. Once
fairly on the stage, the hen not only
outcrowed the cock of our own island
but replied to the cock ION the island
opposite, whose voice she could plainly
hear on calm days. At night, when all
the fowls were nestled on their perches,
the Growing hen always stood up among
them and sang once moro. At unsea
sonable hours of the night her voice
might be often heard. She slept light
ly, doubtless for fear of missing the
chance to lead in the three O'Clock
musicales, and, later on, in the salute
to the dawn. On both occasions the
cock, supposed to know his duty, came
in second Perhaps he had turned over
to her the responsibility of waking at
the right moment.
Lack of appreciation wore on the
mind of the vain old hen. some one
going through the coops one day found
her lying dead under her perch.-Louise
Lyndon. In Wide Awake.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1891-08-21
Irwin Brothers Circus,
INTERESTING STATISTICS.

The Land of Steady Habits Keeping
Pace With the Times.
Some interesting facts about Connec-
ilcut have been made public by the
treasury department at Washington.
OF the agricultural lands, 563, 1856
acres are devoted to hay, the production
being 574 ,419 tons, and having a home
value of S., 443, $50. The ara in tobacco
is q, 136 acres, with a production value at
81 ,248, 1850. Corn takes up Sc, 4O7 acres.
which produce 4 1860 bushels, valued
ut So, S57 1894.
The debts of both counties and state
are being gradually wiped out. In 1880
the total state debt, less sinking fund,
amounted to 81 1867 800, and in 1890 this
had been reduced more than million.
the figures standing at So, TAO, 200. The
county debt, exclusive of municipal and
town indebtness, less sinking fund, was
in 1880, $1O1 400; in 1890 s., SAT.
There were 176 commercial failures in
the state last year out of 1921 business
concerns, or So per cent. The total liza
bilitles amounted to 81 AT, 617. Con
necticut has 1,010 miles of railroad in
operation.
No better indication of the prosperity
of the state can be given than is con.
tanned in the statement that the local
savings banks have 294, 1896 depositors
or over 1000 more than the previous
year. These depositors have in the
banks $110,3 1863, which shows 6
growth of nearly five millions in twelve
months, and an average to each deposi
tor of S374.27, as against 1857. 81 in 1889
The average to each depositor is larger
in New England only in Rhode Islanc
and New Hampshire.
There are 1919 persons in the stat,
engaged in the liquor traffic. This in
cludes distillers, brewers and the ordi
nary liquor dealers.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1891-08-21
ST MARYS SCHOOL.
Mother Superior Maria Agnes Removed
m NTnrriSfnxrn II

Mother Superior Maria Agnes Removed
to MOrristOwn, N. j.
The fall term at St Mary's school will
probably begin on Tuesday. September
s. There will be new mother superior,
Sister Claudine, the former superieress,
Sister Maria Agnes, having been placed
in charge of the parochial school
at Morristown, N. j. There are II sisters
attached to the school in this city.
The outline of work for next term
is not completed, but one new feature is
announced, namely, the introduction of
the study of physical geography
Ancient history was introduced shortly
before the close of the last term, and
with the introduction of one or more
new studies, as anticipated, grade will
in the High school.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1891-08-21
PERSONAL MENTION.

Mrs James Stone is spending two
weeks at ROckaway.
Miss Mary Slosson has returned home
after spending two weeks with friends
in Bridgeport.
James Callahan of East Main street is
spending two weeks vacation in Hart
ford.
Miss Mamie Fitzpatrick is spending
several weeks at East Morris.
Miss Minnie Scully, daughter of John
J. Scully of No 20 Washingto ton street,
is spending a vacation of two weeks at
Morris Cove.
Superintendent Littlejohn of Reid &
Hughes, has returned from a ten days
sojourn at Block Island and Norwich
Mrs Littlejohn and family will remain
in Norwich till the 1st of September.
John G. Lunny is bluefishing off New
London with friends of Nameaug Hose
company of that city.
Peter Mccormick returned yesterday
after weeks vacation at Bridgeport and
vicinity.
| Miss Lizzie Herman is spending two
weeks vacation at Pawtucket and ProVi-
demo, R. 1.
Morris Mangin, wife and daughter of
Elmira, N. Y are visiting Thomas Car
ney of Baldwin street.
Miss Josie Caravan of Cherry street is
spending two weeks vacation at Salem,
Mass.
Miss Mary Burns returned home to-
day after two weeks vacation at New
Britain.
John Conner returned home yester-
day after a two weeks vacation at
UnionviIle.
Miss Mary Reardon will leave to-mor-
row for a months visit with her parents
in Cleveland, Ohio.
G. w. Elkins, of the firm of Elkins &
Wake, who is enjoying a trip through
New Hampshire, will spend next week
at Hollis, N. H., his birthplace.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1891-08-21
SEPARATION INTENDED.
Ancient Order of Foresters and Knigl
of Sherwood Forest.

Ancient Order of Foresters and knights
of Sherwood Forest.
The second biennial convention of the
Knights of Sherwood Forest was held
in Brooklyn this week. A motion to
reconsider the recommendation offered
by Lexington conclave of Brooklyn,
looking to separation from the Ancient
Order of Foresters of America, was
adopted. A majority sustained the
recommendation, but as a two thirds
vote was necessary for its adoption, the
matter was laid over for action at the
next convention, which will occur in
New Haven, September 81, 1898. 1t is
the opinion of prominent knights that
the separation will be effected two years
hence
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1891-08-21
DAY AT CAMP WATSON.
Not as Many Visitors Present as In
Years Past.

Not Many Visitors Present as in
Years Past.
CAMP WATSON, Niantio, August 81
The attendance to-day is considerably
less than on governors day last year.
Early in the morning the sun shone
brightly, but stiff breeze was blowing
from the south and at II o'clock it began
to rain. The shower was of short dura
ton, however.
This morning the batteries practiced
for several hours, using heavy guns and
ten inch mortars. The coast defense
guard was also put through a drill
which was watched with interest by
many.
General Watson when seen this morn
ing said in reference to the present en-
campment that he was greatly pleased
with the efficiency of the entire brigade,
which he believed surpassed all previous
years. He was particularly gratified
with the attendance. Never before has
the brigade attained such high per-
centage in this respect. General Wat
son also stated that the good health of
the members of the brigade was pleasing
to all the members of the staff. The
good discipline which has been main
tanned was also gratifying to him. There
had been little trouble experienced in
keeping the men in check and drunken
carousals which have been features of
previous encampments were few.
Lieutenant c. w. Burpee of Co A,
Second, who is officer of the guard to-
day, called brigade messenger to ac-
count in very creditable manner this
noon. While the messe niger was riding
his horse he ran over and knocked
down a child, who had an almost
miraculous escape. The messenger by
fast riding tried to escape, but was
halted by Lieutenant Burpee and held
to account for the girls injuries. He
received sharp lecture for his cal e.
| leSSneSS
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1891-08-21
ADJUSTMENTS.


IQOyleS Fadh.o
"Myles Fadh, . an Irish play, was pro-
duced at the opera house last evening.
The play has considerable merit, and.
when better known will be appreciated.
''The Danger Signal"
The young and handsome American
actress, Miss Rosabel Morrison, will an
pear at jacques opera house on Tues
day, August %, in Henry De Miles
line Danger Signal" This American
authors reputation is worldwide hav-
ing written, Men and Women" "Lord
CHUNKY" and "The Wife," The plav of
1.-THE Danger Signal" was written ex-
pressly for the brilliant young artist
Miss Rosabel Morrison.
can American Boy.,
The celebrated German character
comedian and actor, Dan Mason, has
been engaged at large expense and
will assume the role of Peter Blatz, the
Village Store Keeper and Post Master in
IAN American Boy" The play will be
seen at the opera house next Wednes-
day evening.
Irwin Brothers Circus.
Irwin Brothers circus will show at
the old base ball grounds next Monday.
Speaking of the show an exchange saws:
Irwin Brothers certainly gave a fine
show and the people have turned out in
good shape last evening, the main tent
being SO crowded that the average small
boy was obliged to lie on the grass. The
show was all that they claim it. The
performance all through was clean, in
terestlng and of funny, amusing nat
ure. The trapeze performers were of
the first-class. 1t will be welcomed here
the next time with a crowd.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1891-08-21
ALMY PLEADS NOT GUILTY.


He Is Confined to Bed and the Hotel
Is Guarded by Armed Men.
HANOVER, N. H., August 21.-Police
Judge Samuel w. Cobb was on hand
in court to-day to hear the charge
against Frank G. Almy, charged with
the murder of Christie Warden. The
murderer was not able to leave his bed
and the judge with Solicitor Mitchell
and Deputy Sheriff Foster went to his
room in the Wheelock house.
When the judge asked Amy if he
rested well he said that he did not. He
suffered considerable pain. Almy en-
tered the plea of not guilty when the
document charging him with murder
was read. The document was drawn
up and signed by H. A. Frost.
Almy is beginning to realize the des-
perate position he is in and is making
very careful answers.
Hundreds of people are in town to-day
trying to get glimpse of the murderer,
but cannot do so. The hotel where he is
confined is surrounded by armed men
and an armed guard is stationed in his
room. 1t is believed that the law will
be allowed to take its course.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1891-08-21
An Insane Child Abadoned.

HARTFORD, Aug 21.-Mattie Guinan,
an insane pauper, was before the police
court yesterday afternoon, with view
of having her committed to the insane
asylum. 1t was learned that the girl has
been in the asylum, without being COM
mitted, her expenses being paid by Mrs
v. L. Smith of the city missions. AL
though the girl is insane, the court held
that the matter was not brought
before it, as the girl was charged with
breach of the peace. The girl is a Texan
and was abandoned by her father.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1891-08-21
THIS MAKES THE FIFTH
Italians of the Brooklyn District Organ
ize a Brass Band.

ItaIIhns OF the brooklyn DIstr1ct Organ
ize Brass Band.
The latest addition to Waterbury's
musical enterprises is an Italian band,
with headquarters ON Riverside street.
The band has a membership of 10 and
is under instruction of an Italian must
clan of New York. 1t is some little time
since the organization was established.
Tony Dibase was a member of the
band and for some infraction of the
rules was discharged from the organiza-
ton, taking an alto horn with him.
The band claimed that the instrument
is not his property and to-day got it by
a writ of replevin. Tony claims the
to be some trouble.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1891-08-21
ACCIDENT AND INCIDENT.
A Shore Line Road brakeman Ha

A Shore Line Road Brakeman Has
Both Legs Cut Off.
Peter Cassidy, a brakeman on the
Shore Line freight arriving in New
London at II: 80 p. m. fell from car
when rounding the curve at Stonington
last night and sustained injuries from
which his recovery is extremely doubt
full. He fell beneath the wheels and
one leg was crushed at the ankle. He
was given treatment at Stonington
where at midnight the doctor amputated
the crushed limb. Cassidy's home is in
Providence.
Clara Sibley of Hartford is in danger
of dying from burns received in conse-
quence of going to sleep while smoking
cigarette in bed.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1891-08-21
TIMELY TOPICS

Trunks, travening bags, shawl straps,
etc, at Dennis Hawley's. Call and see
the fall style of hats.
Reid & Hughes are offering a miscel-
laneous lot of dress goods IN plaids,
stripes and checks, for 30 cents a yard.
Handsome Shoninger or yans have
Just been sold to A. W. Barton of Wa
tertown and Mrs Kate Babin of Oakville.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1891-08-21

The great alteration sale at Conlon
Brothers store will continue for a short
time longer. Everything must be sold
at some price.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1891-08-21

Modene will positively remove super
fluous hair without injury to the most
delicate skin. 1t is for sale in this city
at the Pharmacie Franchise only, where
testimonials from well known citizens
who have proved its efficacy may be
seen on application. See advertise
ment.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1891-08-21
Freight Rates Reduced.

BOSTON, August 21-The Boston &
Albany road announces reduction of
three per cent in their freight tariff to
conform to the tariff of the Fitchburg
& New York and the New York & New
England roads.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1891-08-21
LOCAL LINES.

csll at W. N. LADD's for fine groceries
and provisions
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1891-08-21

Or c. W. s. FROST. 1877 Bank st
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1891-08-21

Swarms of the Little Pests Have Made
Their Appearance Here.
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cornen Beaten by chiosco.

CHICAGO, Nov 2z-The Chicag O
University eleven beat Cornell yester-
day by II to 4. About IL, 900 people
shiyered and shouted during the game
Chicago won by individual play and
slugging. Cornell put up a strong
plucky game in team work, but were
hOpelessly weakened in the rush line by
an injury to Galbreath, which forced
him TO retire. Every member OF the
Cornell team received wounds
Of some sort, and nearly every
one retired at the end Of the game with
his face besmeared with blood. Osgood,
Hanson, Johnson, Floy and Young did
great work for Cornell.
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VxTILMINGToN q NORTHERN R. H.

Time table IN effect May, 10, 1891.
Trains leave Reading Up. & r. station) foI
Gibraltar, Seyfert, Birdsboro, Joanna, Spring
field, Waynesburg Junction, Coatesville, West
Chester Chadsiord Junction, b. d o. junction,
Wilmington and intermediate stations, daily
except sunday, AT 6.25 ana $50 am. aud 8. u
p. m. Sunday only al 8.05 p. m. =
For Warwick, st, Peters and lntermediat6
stations,d daily except Sunday, at $50 am, and
5.l9 p, m. sunday only S.l5 a m.
For BirdsDorO ana intermediate stations,
Saturday only, at u M. So
For Baltimore and Washington 3. & o. X.
r. daily except Sunday at 6.25 ana $50 a. m,
ana 8l5 p. m, Sunday only al 05 p, m.
Trains arrive ~ Reading (P. a X. station)
rom Wilmington, B. q o. Junction, Mont
chanin, Chaddsiord Junction, West Chester,
Lenape, COatesvllle, Waynesburg Junction,
springfield, Joanna, Birdsboro Gibraltar, Sey.
teTJ and intermediate stations, daily except
sunday at l0.2la a, IN. $50 and S.l7 p. m. Suo.
day only at ll.24 a. m.
From st. Peters, Warwick and intermediate
stations, daily except Sunday, at 1913 q. M.
and 2,25 p. m. Sunday only at p. m.
From BirdsborO and intermediate stations
Saturday only at l.40 p m.
From Washington and Baltimore. daily ex.
cept Sunday, 10 20 a. m. 6.52 and 8l7 D, m,
Sunday only at III "a a. m
BOWNESS BRIGGS, GenI Pass Agt
A. q. MOOAUSLAND, Supt,
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a PECULIAR toRruRE.

Some Striking aud Interesting Incidents
About Having Your Photograph Taken.
copyrighted by Lee 3 shepard Boston, and
published by special arrangement with them.l
Having photograph taken is one Of
the great events III a mans life. The
chief desire is to look the very best, and
on the success of the picture hinges, in
many cases, the most iigSS3rtant epoch in
life To work up piGPer appearance
time enough is used which, if devoted
to catching heas for their phosphorus
would cancel the entire national debt
and establish New York daily paper
When you have completed your toilet
you go to the gallery and force yourself
into a nonchalance of expression that is
too absurd for anything.
Then you take the chair, spread your
legs gracefully, appropriate calm and
Indifferent look and commence to per
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is his CHARLIE Ross 2


Strange story OF BOY Adopted by the
Dead Faster stratton.
CORTLAND N. Y, Nov 27.-A peculiar
story is told by Sheriff Bor thwick,
relative to H George 3Stratton, who died
in New York while trying to beat Succi s
fasting record He says that Stratuon
had adopted boy supposing him TO be
Charlie Ross.
The sheriff and Ross father CORE
sponded with Stratton for year re-
garding the boy. The sheriff got a Gle W
as to where Stratton was living, and the
latter learning of it sent the boy to
Denver. He admitted that he had
adopted the boy but would say nothing
futher about him.
Stratton was married and his wife
lives in Minnesota. Many years ago
she refused to live with him while he
had the boy in the house. The boy told
the sheriff many things and Stratton's 8
death may help to unravel the mystery
which has SO long surrounded the boy.
He is known here as Fred Stratton.
Strattou always refused to say where he
got the boy. The sheriff has many 10 t.
lers from Ross father and he will con
tinno the investigation as to who the
bOy is
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Cornelius Vanderbilt is back from
Europe Among the important matters
that await his attention are the plans
for improved New York Central ter
minal facilities in New York, and the
former request Of the business men Of
Syracuse for additional railroad facili-
ties in that city.
The annual meeting of the stockhold-
ers of the New York, Lake Erie g. West
ern was in many respects the most i'm
portant that has taken place in many
years owing to the fact that it was de-
cided in view of the roads splendid
earnings during the past year to declare
a dividend Of per cent. on the IS, $780,,
600 preferred stock, besides paying the
usual charges and 6 per cent. on the in
come bonds.