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Waterbury evening Democrat., 1892-11-26
HISTORY OF HYPNoTIsM.
It's Obscure Origin in India and Its Pro-
 gross Up to Date.

It's Obscure Origin In India and Its Pro-
 gross Up to Date.
 How largely European thought has turned towards the subject of hypnot- ism is shown by the facts that there are two schools and half a dozen societies devoted exclusively to its study, scientific journal published monthly in Paris upon it's progress, and at least fifty prominent physicians and scien- lists who are making it a special field of investigation Since 1885 forty-six books have been written upon it, so that hypnotism can be truly said to have quite a gOodly literature of it's own. As America has caught the con- tagiOn of research, it is more than prob able that the next decade will sec the figures mentioned largely increased by American societies, newspapers and literary work.
 That people could be put into trance or artificial sleep has been known for centuries. In the east as far back as 800 B. c. fallirs have practiced the same tricks as are being tried to-day by the physicians of Europe and America. Both Hindoo and Chinese writers of that time referred to these curious psychological experiments in very much the same manner as the daily papers do to Dr. Charcot at the present time. Ac- cording to Dr. Bjornstrom, leading Swedish physician and author, there is a sect in Egypt that has practiced hyp- nOtism for forty centuries And to cap the climax an enthusiastic New York theosophist claims that the deep sleep into which Adam was thrown at the | time of Eyes creation was merely a | case of mesmcric sleep.
 Hypnotism made no great impression | upon the European mind until the be- ginning of the eighteenth century, when in the province of Dauphine, France, the entire population went crazy on the subject At one time not less than ten 1 thousand people of that district imag:: ined that they were prophets directly | inspired from Heaven. From that time l on there has been an uninterrupted line of hypnotizers and hypnotized, amateur | and professional, genuine and fraudu- | lent
 Only in the latter part of the eight | centh century was there any attempt made to explain the phenomena from a scientific standpoint Before that time they were regarded as the mani- l festations of good spirits or of devils. l III lIdo, TOT e&dLnpleI famous eS-nOnK | known as Father Gassner established a | spiritual sanitarium in Regensburg, where he is said to have drawn around l him ten thousand. His treatment was simplicity itself He would mesmerize his patient until the latter went into | convulsions. This showed conclusively diaoolic possession and was considered almost miraculous by his followers l I(u raSfoTinO fha afiaOt fn ness he was believed to have exercised the devil and effected cure.
 This curious field was first brought into the highest prominence by the cele- brated Swiss physician, Dr. Friedrich Mesmer. A strange combination of dis coyerer and quack, of brilliant intellect.
 ual powers and deficient moral quail,
 ties, he kept Europe in a turmoil from
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1892-11-26
A CHAPTER FROM LIFE.
One Episode in the Life of a
 Well.KnoWn Man.
How He Came Most Dangerously NeaI
 Death, But Escaped.
A Reminigcence That is a Warning
 To All.

When a man comes near .death in a battle or disease he thoroughly realizes how sweet a thing is life. It is a fact that we do not value jewel until we lose it, and only one who has come dangerously near death, or at least has suffered weeks and months of sickness, can fully appreciate the :blessing of health and life.
 How many people there are who grow weak and tired without knowing why, do not sleep we'll nights and get up mornings tired and unrefreshed their head often aches or feels badly; their stomach, liver or kidneys are affected, they have constipated bowels, and they feel nervous, depressed in mind and gen erallyIrun down. Then it. is that they realize the value of their lost health.
 So it was with Charles H. Stevens, Esq of South Effiugham, N. H., a man well known and highly honored in the Granite State,
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1892-11-26
vERMONT'S BUILDING.
\ Cnique Exposition Structure Now
 Course of Construction.

Unique Exposition structure Now in
 Course of Construction.
 The Vermont building at the expo sition which is now in course of con struction at Jackson park will be a curiosity in many ways and will with out doubt be one of the handsomest state buildings on the grounds.
 The walls of the building will be con Structcd of rocll-faced blue, white and vuricgutcd marble, which is now being taken from the Quarries of the Vermont Marble Company at West Rutland. The style of the building will be similar to the familiar Queen Anne, though but a single story in height, with q round tower at the right of the main en- trance. The c0rnices facing the win dows and the heavy oak doors will be polished and deliberately carved.
 The plan was drawn by Architect Jarvis Hunt, of Wcathcrsfirld, Nt., and tho Avnnnse of the building is borne by 100 prominent citizens of the state, who have contributed S100 each.
 The stone for the construction of the building is now nearly all in readiness and will soon be shipped to Chicago.
 The main entrance will be through ( portico, which will be quite elaborate It will be supported by two huge pill lars of tho best of Barre granite, care fully polished. The inside of this nove building will be finished entirely 1T stone, and every variety of stone to bt found in Vermont will be included il the exhibit.
 The score of varieties of Vermont marble and granite will form the chic makeup of the inner walls, thougl there will be an extensive display O soapstone, whetstones, limestone, cop per, gold, silver iron, lead and copper ore. The walls will also be ornamente( with views of Vermont scenery and DOT traits of her most noted citizens, pas and present.
 The building is intended almost en tirely for social purposes, and more at tention is being given to securing tn, comfort of visitors than to commer cial or advertising schemes. Ampl room is provided elsewhere for these exhibits.
 Vermont's exhibit at the fair will bl large and varied. The skeleton of ar enormous whale found few years ago near Lake Champlain will be sent on. The finding of this skeleton nor, than 200 miles from the sea and ninety feet above sea level leads to many in teresting questions which have nevel been satisfactorily answered. Animal: | and birds peculiar to the state, and herbarium exhibit by the ladies il which over 600 varieties of plants anC flowers gathered there will be repre- scented, will also be in the exhibit Mrs D | |
 Vermont to make an extensive exhibi of home-raised honey and sugar, m also of antique articles.
 Vermont farmers are well awar that they represent one of the leadin agricultural and stock breeding dis tricts in the country, and are preparin, to exhibit their products to the best ad vantage.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1892-11-26
MuRMURED PRAYERS.
Strange Scenes Described By Visitor ta
 the Lourdes Baths.

Strange Scenes Described Fly a Visitor ta
 the Lourdes Baths.
 ''I wish I could give an adequate im- pression of the scene. Within the piscina-a long room containing three baths and crowded with invalids, each under the charge of one or two attend ants-a constant murmur of prayer filled the ears As each patient came down for immersion, four or five of the assistants gathered round to join, with arms uplifted, in praying with him. The demeanor of the sick men them selves was very various. Some, with eyes closed and hands clasped and with m air of complete resignation on their faces lay quietly back to await what might befall them Others clutching wildly at our hands as we led them down, flung themselves about and beat the water in an agony of despair, cry ing out imploringly that health and strength be given them. A few, with perhaps more vigor than devotion, kneeling erect, f1ourished their hands almost threateningly aloft, eXclaiming: Cure us, Holy Virgin; Holy Virgin, you must cure usn
 ''Most pathetic were some of the in- cidents. One of the figures most nO- ticed among the crowd of sick was that of n Capuchin friar, blind and almost stone deaf, who had been brought from far by two of his brethren in hopes of obtaining a cure. These accompanied him to the piscina, all dressed in the long robes of their order He was led down to the water, pale, silent, but full of hope, and bathed. And now you can hear us? asked one of the friars, confident ly, as he helped him out again. No re- ply. But surely you could hear when you were in the water?' he persisted. Still no answer. And could you not even hear our voices when we prayed for you? he exclaimed, wonderingly. | Alas! though I saw his sad face four times returning to the piscina, and I thought: Surely if any man deserves healing, this is he.' The water had no virtue for him, and he went away un- cured.
 During my service at the piscina there appeared upon the scene M Zola in person. He had intended preserving his incognito, but was inopportunely recognized at the station, and thence forth went about accompanied by a gentleman whom the president had 
 thority to pass him anywhere he wished | to go. He remained some time at the piscina, watching the proceedings with a critical eye. I overheard one good cure say to another-and I thought I | detected a certain ring of admiration in his voice: 'Ah, there, indeed, is a very great sinnerr M. Zola was also taken over to the hospital, and, among others, he talked for some time to little girl who was, believe, said to have been cured of her ailment. The child seemed i'll at ease and absent, and the next day, returning to her, he asked her why she had been so troubled. 'Ah, monsieur, she replied, T was troubled because all the time you were questioning me was praying for you.' And he said nothing, but stopped down and kissed her on the forehead. Mall Ga Zette
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1892-11-26

GOVERNOR MORRIS large majority furnishes food for reflection. He leads General Mcrwin by 6,042 votes. Cleve- land received 5,57O votes more than Harrison. To be plain Governor Morris received a much larger majority than did Mir Cleveland. As the latter re- ceived material assistance from the mugwumps and under ordinary condi- tions would have the larger majority the fact that he ran behind the democratic candidate for governor is gratifying. It shows that a large number of justice loving republicans took the first oppor- tunity to rebuke the gross injustice per petrated by the interruptions leaders in the 1890 house of representatives, For two years the state has been Ill a condi- ton bordering on anarchy, and we have heard it said that only the wise counsel of democratic leaders prevented blood shed. They knew that their cause was just and the people have rendered a righteous verdict. Now let those re- publicans who by their votes helped to turn down the interruptions politicians whose motto is rule or ruin, go step further and assist the democrats Tn bringing about the long needed consti- tutiOnal revision.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1892-11-26
FOOTBALL AT WEST POINT.
The Annapolis Cadets and Their Tr;"nC
 ArrIVe for To. avs Game.

The Annapolis Cadets and Their Er; end,
 ArrIve for To. avs Game.
 WEST POINT, N. Y, Nov. 26.-The An. napolis Naval Academy Foo ball team which will battle with the West Poin Army team to-day, arrived here las evening.
 The great army and navy contest is tn, all-absorbing topic here.
 About thirty-five cadets, inciudn4 substitutes, the manager of the team :ut senior cadet officers, accompanied by sev- eral ladies, compose the visiting party
 The West Pointers and naval cadrt> have each secured game, and the com. ing contest will decide the superiority of the two teams. Mr. Crosby, of Yale, wHu has trained the Annapolis cldets, is O. the opinion that they will surely win.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1892-11-26
1.-THE BREAKERS" IN RUINS.
Cornelius vanderbilrs Newport Vins
 Destroyed by Fire.

Cornelius vanderbiIrs Newport Vina
 Destroyed by Fire.
 NEWPORT, R. l., Nov. 26.-Just before s o'clock yesterday evening Cornelius Vanderbilt discovered fire in the main hall of his beautiful villa "The Break ers," on Ochre Point. He at once sent an alarm by telephone to headquarters, but owing to a misunderstanding only the emergency wagon was sent.
 Fifteen minutes later, when @ general alarm was sounded, the villa was en- veloped in flames. The family were just able to escape without saving anything.
 The entire place is gutted to the ground, entailing loss of $500, 900 or $6JO, 1000.
 When the firemen arrived there was only half pressure from the mains, the stream being perfectly useless. The ser wants saved some few articles of clothing, but even these were thrown out without regard to ownership. An immense crowd of cottagers and citizens gathered, and there were hundreds of willing helpers, but the flames spread so rapidly that all aid was futile.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1892-11-26
MIR CLEvELAND's alleged remarks ex-

MIR CLEvELAND's alleged remarks ex- pressing his disgust for office-seekers' which were published few days ago, helped many a republican officer-holder to enjoy his Thanksgiving dinner, by making him feel that he was secure in his office. Democrats generally, who believe that when the people of the country voted by such an overwhelming majority for change they did not mean merely change in the presidency and in the heads of the departments, but a change along the lIne, are 10th to be- lieve that Mir Cleveland ever used the language attributed to him. Surely MT Cleveland will not repeat the mistake that caused his defeat in 1888.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1892-11-26

REPRESENTATIVE FITCH, chairman of the house committee which is engaged in Investigating the methods of the mo- torious John I. I...Davenport, chief United States supervisor of elections for New York, wrote to Secretary Foster, early this week, asking him not to pass or pay any of Davenport's accounts for expenses until the committee could ex- anime them. This sent Davenport to Washington in double quick time. His object is to get his accounts approved and paid before the committee gets at them, otherwise he knows they will be largely cut down. One thing may be put down as certain. When the first session of the fifty-thlrd congress ad- iourns, whether it be extra or regular, there will be no such office as United States supervisor of elections.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1892-11-26
PENNSYLVANIA HOUSE POSITIONS
Two Phlladelphians After the Speaker
 shin and Chief Clerkship.

ship and Chief Clerkship.
 PHILADELPHIA, Nov. 26-United States Senator Quay will return to Washington next Thursday from his gunning and fishing sojourn at St. Lucie on the banks of the Indian river in the Florida Ever glades
 When he visits Philadelphia all doubts will probably be removed regarding the Speakership and chief clerkship of the next State House of Representatives.
 Present Clerk Voorhies is the choice of the Philadelphia delegation for chief clerk, and, although he will probably have the support of two thirds of the Re publican members throughout the State, Representative Walton has not abated his efforts to secure the same support for Speaker.
 It is hardly probable that Philadelphia will be conceded these two positions. but Mr. Walton says he Is not discouraged, and will remain in the fight to the end.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1892-11-26
Opening!
 Opening!

We are now open for busi- ness at our new store. We now have about twice the room we hadbefore and much better light, so now We can show you the largest stock of Fine and Medium Clothing, Furnishings, Hats, etc, at the lowest pos sible prices. We have given especial att ntion to our chil- dren's department, where we have plenty of room and a large stock to select from. Come in and look us over.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1892-11-26
TO SAVE THE MILITARY BILL.
Conditions on Which the Clericnls Wn
 Assist to Pass It.

Conditions on Which the Clericnls Win
 Assist to Pass IL.
 BERLIN, Nov. 26.-The Clerical party have decided to force Count Caprivrs hand by introducing in the Rechstag q bill providing for the return to Germany of the Jesuit orders expelled during the Kulturkampf.
 Their object is to compel the Govern ment to grant this concession so as to save the Military bill. They control about 10 votes in the Reichstag and with their aid the Government could pass the Military bill.
 Count Caprivis bargaining for their support recently has been shattered on his declaration that the Jesuit orders could not be considered for some time.
 The Clericals now say that the Military bill and the bill for the return of the Jesuits must stand or fall together.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1892-11-26
PANAMA COMPLICATIONS.

Injunction Secured Against the French
 Receiver of the Railroad Company.
 NEW YORK, Nov. 26.--Judge Truax, upon motion of Lawyer Edward Lauter- bach, representing the Pacific Mail Steamship company, has granted an in junction restraining the American repre- sentatives of the French company, which has acquired possession of the Panama railroad, from granting through bills of lading from the Atlantic to the Pacific until the legality of the proceedings by which the Panama Canal company Sc cured the possession of the railroad com pany can be determined.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1892-11-26
THEY WAITED TOO LONG.

Murderer Sullivan's Friends Cannot Now
 Obtain a New Trial for Him.
 PROVIDENCE, R. l., Nov. 26.-The time for filing the exceptions taken by coun- sel for the defense in the trial of "Yankee Dan" Sullivan, who was recently con victed of the murder of Anthony s. Has well, of East Providence, expired Thanksgiving Day without the requisite steps towards a new trial being taken.
 Sullivan's counsel says his friends did not attempt to make any arrangements for new trial until Wednesday, too late for action.
 Sullivan is liable to be sentenced at any time.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1892-11-26
SedgWick,
 BAN
WANTED

Stenographers, every Spring. It you desire position then you must be ready for it. Therefore, apply now at the Short hand and Typewriting school in Lilley block, Miss A. J. Knight, principal, sue cessor to Miss H. l.. Mattoon. School open every day except Saturday, from 9 to 12 a. m. and 1 80 to 3:3O D. m. Also from ' to 9 p. m. Monday, Wednesday and Friday evening.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1892-11-26
Tackltng the Gloucester Track Again.

CAMDEN, N. J., Nov. 26.-The Camden County Law and Order society, after re- mining quiescent for some months has resumed it's crusade against the Glouces- ter race track. They are trying to stir Prosecutor Jenkins up to moving the in dictment against William J. Thompson, President of the South Jersey Jockey Club and the reputed owner of the track
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1892-11-26
Two Mud Run Suits Settled.

SCRANTON, Pa, Nov. 26. The Lehigh Valley railroad company has settled two of it's famous Mud Run damage suits in this city. Andrew McGurren, who had a leg broken and suffered other injuries, which make him cripple for life, was paid $l9, 900. The case of Patrick Devers, who sued to recover SEQ, 900 for personal injuries, has also been settled
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1892-11-26
Mover Dismissed.

OswEao, N. Y, Nov. 26.-John G. Mover, who has been on trial here charged with robbing the Phoenix Ma tional Bank, on October S9, has been dis charged, the authorities having failed to make out a case against him.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1892-11-26
To Match Ryan and Williams.

NEW ORLEANS, Nov. 26.-The Olympic Club has telegraphed to Mir. Houseman of Chicago to match Tom Ryan against Tommy Williams, who is in England, for purse of $S, ,00O, the match to take place during March next.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1892-11-26
Aldermen Convicted of Bribery.

TOLEDO, O., Nov. 26. The most dram atic series of trials ever known in this city came to an end last night, when Councilman George M. Doner, of the Fifth ward, was found guilty of bribery. The grand jury indicted seven members of the Council on that charge, six of whom are now under conviction.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1892-11-26
HOME RULE BILL DRAFTED.


It Provides for the Retention of the Irish
 Members and an Imperial Veto.
 LONDON, Nov. 26.-Parliament is to meet on Jan. 20. MT. Morley has taken a draft of the Home Rule bill to Dublin to consult with the leaders of the Irish Home Rule party regarding the provisions of the bill.
 The bill provides for an Imperial veto on acts of the Dublin Parliament, and for retaining all the Irish members at Westmiuster, with a vote on all Imper- ial questions.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1892-11-26
Billy Meyer Re ecovertns.

CHICAGO, Nov. 26.-Billy Meyer is re- covering from a serious attack of illness It is probable that his ten round Ego" with McAuliffe, booked for Dec. 10, at the Second Regiment Armory, will be postponed.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1892-11-26
Ceorsians Examining Fair Matte x.

CH1CAGo Nov. 26.-A party of repre- sentatives of the Georgia Legislature. headed by Gov. Northen, and accompan- jed by several newspaper men, are mak- ing personal observation of the progress made in Worlds Fair matters up to date, in order to report the same to the Legis- lature with view to obtaining an ap- propriation for Georgia's exhibits
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1892-11-26
Train Held Up bN Robbers

SEATTLE, Wash; Nov 26.--The over land westbound train on the Northern Pacific Railroad was held up last Thurs day evening near Hot Springs by three masked men, who robbed all of the male passengers in the Pullman sleeper Wa
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1892-11-26
Baseball Players Sentenced.

LANCASTER, Pa., Nov. 26 - George Warner and William Garret, Lebanon baseball players, pleaded guilty in court yesterday to robbing the jewelry store of J. NJ. Sheaffer at Ephrata. They were each sentenced to the Eastern penitenti- ary for two years and three months.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1892-11-26
The Weimar Reiensed.

WASHINGTON, Nov. 26.-Acting Secre- tary Spaulding yesterday ordered the re- lease of the steamer Weimar, which has been detained at the Lower Quarantine station, Chesapeake Bay, since the 10th inst, and she proceeded at once to Balti- more to land her 1884 passengers.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1892-11-26
False Economy

practiced by people who buy inferior articles of food because cheaper than standard goods. Infants are entitled to the best food obtainable. It is fact that the Gail Borden "Eagle" Brand Con densed Milk is the, best infant food. Your grocer and druggist keep it.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1892-11-26
MT. Carnegie Will Donate So, 900.

AUGUSTA, Me, Nov. 26.-Andrew Car negie has offered to give 5000 of the $18,O00 needed for the Lithgow library fund and l. P. Randall of this city gives $1 ,000 of the remaining 5000.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1892-11-26
Diphtheria at Hobart, N. Y.

KINGSTON, N. Y., Nov. 26.-An cpl demic of diphtheria is prevailing at Ho- bart, Delaware county. Several deaths have occurred. In one family three children died in 26 hours, and there are three more cases in the same family
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1892-11-26
The Election Cannot be Held.

TRENTON, N. J., Nov. 26.-Justice Reed, of the Court of Errors, has decided that the proposed election in Commercial township, Cumberland county, to vote on the question of fixing the license fee at 8. 900. cannot be hell.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1892-11-26

Dr Hale's Household Ointment is posi- tive:specifc for pneumonia. It cures when all else fails. Sure cure for neuga lgia. Sold :by R. O. PArtree, 46 & 766. Bank street.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1892-11-26
For Kicking His Son to Death.

HENDERSON, N. Y., Nov. 26.-Wiliam Franklin is under arrest here and is hay ing his preliminary examination on a charge of having, while drunk. kicked and beaten his son Milo, aged 12 years, in such a manner as to cause his death
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1892-11-26
Purse Too Small for Rynn.

CHICAGO, Nov. 26.-Tom Ryan has de- clined the offer of the Olympic Club of New Orleans to fight Tom Williams for purse of 5000. He says the purse is not large enough.