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Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1892-06-01

The interest in the fast approaching
national conventions and the spccul.
ton as to the candidates which the two
great parties will present for the suf-
trages of the people have very
dampening effect upon the business Of
the House. The attendance this morn
ing wns small the attention listless and
few private bills were passed without
opposition.
Mr.. Whiting, of Michigan, from the
committee on ways and means, report
ed a bill limiting the amount CT wear
ing apparel and personal effects that
may be admitted free Of duty.
The House then went into committee
of the whole Or. Buchanan, of Virgin
10, in the chair on the pcstofiice appro-
priation bill.
Dir. Lnnham Of Texas, ION behalf of
AR. Grain, of Texas, who was absenD
offered an amendment providing that
the appropriation for free delivery shall
be disbursed in such manner that no
additional free delivery Offices shall be
established in any congressional dis
trio; in which there may be established
one or more free delivery offices nor
shall the free delivery facilities be in
creased in said offices until each con
gressional district in which there may
be a place possessing the necessary
qualifications, shall have been supplied
with at least one free delivery Office.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1892-06-01
Florida Democratic Convention.

TAMPA, Fla, June 1.-The demo
cratic convention which met to-day
will probably he in session four daya.
The two greatest contests are over the
gubcrnatorial nomination and the seat
ing Of one or the other Of the two cohe
testing delegations from Duvall county,
and the victory of one OF the other
means the nomination or defeat of
Judge Mitchell who is in the lead for
Governor. Mitchell will probably go
before the convention with 100 votes
out of 416, and he is persistent in ask
ing a nomination only under the two
thirds rule.
If the alliance delegates can agree
upon policy they can control the con
vention since they hold the balance of
power between the two factions of the
party. The action of the alliance
makes the fight triangular one.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1892-06-01
DIED.

On May 31st, DANIEL ]. PATTERSON.
son Of Daniel Patterson in the 29th year Of
his age Funeral from ST. Marys Church at
10 o'clock tomorrow morning. Friends and
are respectfully invited 10 AZ
tend
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1892-06-01

FOND OF CANDY.-When 72-year-old
William Hurley returned to his home
in Williamsburg, n. y, Monday, he
found the following note from his young
wife:
DEAR HUBBY-I am gone with a
gentleman who will allow me to eat all
the candy desire Yours lovingly,
ELLEN
They had only been married short
time, and Ellen spent the grocery money
on candy.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1892-06-01

so proudly. Ii can notbe insulted now,
and those vino attempt to do so only
make their cowar,licc the more appa-
rrilf
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1892-06-01

Fire this morning destroyed three-fourths
of the business portion OF Coquille City, Ore.
Loss 100000.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1892-06-01

In the BriUsl HOUSE OF COMMONS
Yesterday the Parliamentary Secretary
of the Foreign Office, in reply to a
question about the accuracy of the ru-
mors that the United States had offered
to make tariff concessions on Sheffield
and Birmingham goods i'll return for
England's acceptance of the invitation
to take part in the monetary confer
ence, stated that the government had
received no information on the mat
Ter.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1892-06-01

ed to in.iure.
The Press., 1892-01-21
The Fornatlon of Tamors.

The oldest theory by which it was atA tempted to account for the origin of tumors inscribed it to peculiar state of the system, a s'cancerous diathesis,"' ]" which rendered the tissues of the body liable to 'scancerous degeneration. The great answer to this theory is the large number of cases now on record in which complete cure of the disease has been at tained by early and thorough operation, for if the tumor does not return at its previous site.or elsewhere 1t is manifest that its cause must have been local one and must have been removed with the tumor.
 The coexistence.of several tumors has been advanced as proof that there was 8 constitutional taint. but more careful pathological work has shown that in als most every case it can be proved that where there are several tumors one is considerably older than the ,rest, and that the latter are secondary and owe their existence tn an infection from the first. The old theory also fails to ex- plain why the caneerous growth remains confined to one small portion of the body for so long a time; and why, after re- 1noval, it persists in returning to the same locality; whereas both of these facts become clear at once on the suppo- sition that cancer is a local disease.
 HarDer's.
The Press., 1892-01-21
BritisI,ers EnIlghtened.

Miss Jennie O'Neill Potter relates a funny story of an experience in England during her tour in that country. She was invited by the Royal artillery to give an entertainment in aid of a Inili- tary charitable institution at Woolwich garrison, near London. Her readings met with approval, and in response toan encore she recited "Sheridans Ride. 2 An old general of the Royal artillery, who was chairman for the occasion, came to Miss Potter during the interval and said, stroking his gray mustache: .sAw, Miss Pottah, don't cher know. several persons wish to know-aw- where the incident of this -Sheri- dan's ride took place. Of course I've heard about it, but it has aw-quite es- caped my memory.
 why, general, 1" replied Miss Potter, who dearly loves joke, s4that Sheri- dams ride took place at the battle of Bunker Hill.
 Certainly 1t did, 7 rejoined tho gen eraI, who rose, and addressing the an dience, said, Ladies and gentlemen-I In response to numerous inquiries have to inform 5pn thxt the ride of General Sheridan was an incident Of the battle of Bunker Hill New York Telegram.
The Press., 1892-01-21
WELLINGTON. fft0rrnsnnnfiencaA !

t Smart folks generally make the same remarks as stupid ones, only they are in different words. 7, The qpsd pro Qsto idea is a good one. Some folks, however, want to get all the news, but at the same time are very chary about giving it out only just what suits them. .s
 Gilbert Ide is more comfortable at present.
 Thermometer at degrees below zero Saturday night in this vicinity.
 Si1as Corbin and wife, of Warren, Ohio, attended the bulial of his late moth CT last week. They were guests of J. B. Carpenter over night.
 Milo Mfllardas suit against being forced into bankruptcy was partially. heard in Rockville last week. twas ad- journed to Hartford. .4.
 Frank Cummings, of East Long, meadow, Mass. has been yisiting at Urial Hanover's. Frank has had the grip.
 There will be no services at the Con- gregational church for the present.
 Mrs. Darkins is very i'll. Her daugh- ter, Mrs. Ed. Pearl, is also Esck.
 Gilbert Amidon and sons are talking of buying Sanford Niles place at the Hol-s low. ssgss s
 Miss Louisa Amidon is teaching the Hollow school. s.s
 Widow Geo. B. Rider was married on New Years eve to Dr: Frost, . prac- ticing physician in. Waterbury.
The Press., 1892-01-21


 The estate of the late Dr. Robert Patton will inventory about $20, 900. Miss Annie Sweeney, his housekeeper, recei1es a bequest of $3OOO, and the remainder of the estate is left to asister, Mrs. Mary Noble of Reading, Pa. 2
 Crystal Lake Correspondence.)
 So many are sick that tile sermon and other services in memory of Mrs. Slater, to be held in the Methodist church here, have been postponed until the last Sun day in this month (Jan. 31st), at ii o'clock.
 With one or two exceptions, it is pleasant to report that those whose sick ness we mentioned last week are con. valescent. An artist from South Coventry has finely photographed our Crystal Lake school. Miss Aborn and her scholars form very pleasant group
 MT. and Mrs. Henry Lewis have been here from Hartford, on account of the sickness of the parents of Mr. L.
 Miss May Benton is enjoying stay of few days at the Lake.
 We learn with much sorrow that Mrs. ". A. Parrish, who went to Florida for the winter, is failing fast, if, indeed, she is still living.
 Edwin Baker came home on his 21st birthday anniversary, and found hand some presents awaiting him.
 Sickness has been prevailing in the family of Daniel Curtis.
 William Kibbe, who has been i'll quite while, regains health slowly.
The Press., 1892-01-21
HOME NEWS.
LOCAL NoTTCEs.

iMatter under this head 8 cents per line.> Some of our readers (we were about to say alD suffer with cold or tender feet. These New England winters with their sudden changes will catch on and have him with cold if he doesn't prepare him. self with warm, healthy shoes, such as the all wool felt shoes and slippers sold by Broadhurst Bros, 376 Main-st., Spring field. Don't take our word for it but go, or drop line to them and get pair.
 A good assortment of Face Veilings, Handkerehiefs, Jersey and Kid Gloves, at Miss Russell,ss
 -Marked-down sale of Winter Milli- nery at Miss Russell,s E
 Linen Stationery of a large variety at The Press office. We have linen paper in large sheets, and can make unruled Note Paper any shape desired.
 Ladies' and Children's Lined Kid Gloves at B. L. Burr's.
 Do you know. what large line of stationery of all kinds is carried in stock at The Press office? If you do not, call and see it the next time you require sta- tionery of any kind.
 A. w. Wnlker offers this week 35 dozen Ladies' Cotton Skirts, Night Robes, Chemise, Drawers and Corset Covers at 50 cts. each. Call and examine.
 Having bought out the Cleaveland Millinery Stock, will close out the same at bargains; E.. l.. Burr. -st
 -Ladies' and Gents Skates at Buck s.
 Fast Black Jerseys 50 and 75c., at E. l.. Burr's. ya# qs
 Fine Stationery of all kinds at The Press office.
 Fresh premium butter from the FL lington Creamery, at Ellis.
 -Plain cheese, sage cheese, Eng. Dairy, Roquefort and Neufchatel cheese at Ellis.
 Special sale of job lot of Ladies' Cotton Underwear at A. W. Walkers.
The Press., 1892-01-21

THE New York legislature Is expected to take the backward step of admitting reporters to executions. New York pa-
 pers have Ignored the law, and printed fictitfons reports in place of the true ones |fhey were not permitted to obtain, and as a punishment to the officials who excluded
 them, as the law required, have character
 ized as barbarous and as inhuman, execu- lions which medical attendants present
 have declared to be successful in all ways,
 and humane, so far as such killings may be. It is good law, and in accord with
 what all reputable newspapers have all along argued that ilo good can come from making executions public, which is
 practically the outcome of the admission sof rival reporters, each striving to make his report more interesting than those of his fellows. It is the very lowest or
 der of readers who demand the publfca-
 tion of such matter, and no decent news
 paper should ask that such unwholesome
 and crime breeding stuff be printed as has been printed whenever poor wretch has been hanged or electrocuted. The New
 York Herald demands the repeal of the
 law, and its dreaded ..infiooence' incites the law makers to say you shall have
 all you. ask, and more if you want it. y
 The press is g power. Will it continue
 so to be if 1t abuses it's power? Cesar
 waxed fat through ovsr-feeding but there was Brutns.
The Press., 1892-01-21
1orbes & aleaiiate's :
Spring1ield, January, 1899.
Second Week of the
LIMITED SALE.

Many questions come to us daily with regard to this sale. The one most frequently re- peated is: stWho is losing the money ?" Cannot stop to an swer that. The sale is going, going on.
 Wouldn't you prefer that we tell you what the bargains are, rather than how they came to be.
 Fur Capes. Our sales must be pressed. We know but one way to increase sales, ,viz.: to diminish prices. Whatever we have too much of goes down; whatever must be sold in January especially. We offer until sold.
 sapes ss s as that that were were rom ssSto saS Fur capes at sic that were from $2o to se7.50.
 Fur capes at $15 that were from so to $S5. Left aisle.
 The green-eyed monster would devour many did we only state the sum of our mus lin underwear sales on the opening day. We never be- fore did so much business. Ask any question you like, as to quantity, dollars, number of clerks, number of customers, and the answer is the same; we never before did so much business. The muslin under wear trade this year will beat last years great sale by a heavy per cent.
 Second floor; car from left aisle. We have just started a sale |of Mems Shirts that simply laugh at all competition; we'd be surprised to hear of such good shirts anywhere else at anything like the prices. Unlaundered shirts at @ cents. Unlaundered shirts at 80 cents s' Unlaundered shirts at 49 cents Unlaundered shirts at 68 cents. Unlaundered shirts at 69 cents. Unlaundered shirts at 79 cents. Unlaundered shirts at 89 ceuts. Night shirts at 39 cents. Night shirts at 49 cents. Night shirts at 69 cents. S' Night shirts at 89 cents. Right aisle. 'V FORBES & WALLACE, Main and Vernon streets, Springfield, Mass.
The Press., 1892-01-21

It was not bad Illustration of the af-, ter effects of tho grip which Dennis, the ooachman, made when asked if he had recovered. Yes, he said 'but was sick sixteen days after I got well. .''---f Hayttord Times.
The Press., 1892-01-21
sOAEERs.

-J c. Lee slaughtered . ten month's old pig Jan. 18th which weighed 412. lbs. Who can beat that?
 The suit of Dr. Pomeroy, of Boston, against Miss Laura Root for 8 10, ,000 dam- ages for lihel wilI now probably be drop ped, as the result in the recent case is considered as vindfcating Dr. Pomeroy.
The Press., 1892-01-21

With the same profit made on groceries that is made on liquors, flour would cost from $40 to $60 barrel; potatoes from $4 to $6 @ bushel; cotton sheeting about a dollar a yard, and other things in pro- portion. That is the reason why men want to sell liquor.
The Press., 1892-01-21

The following from the Springfield Re publican refers to a former citizen of Windham counny, and known to many in this vicinity also during his residence in Palmer. His death will. be heard of with deep regret by many. The writer has a personal knowledge of one trait spoken of-his interest in the welfare Of young men-having at one time been surprised by an offer of aid from him, most unexr pected, and in conditions beyond anything we would have dreamed of asking:
 Elijah Nichols of the firm of Taylor, ing at his home on Wilcox street after patient struggle with a disease of many years standing. While modest and re- tiring in his habits, Mr. Nichols was gen. erous and delighted in giving. He was regarded by Grace church as mainstay in time of need, and other churches and charitable institutions of the city owe much to, his quiet beneyolence. The church at Thompson, Conn. with which he was connected to the end of his life, was accustomed to receive check of $100 from him annually. Two or three days before Thanksgiving and Christmas he was accustomed to visit the markets and tell the shopkeepers to send turkeys to any families that they knew to be in heed and send the bill to him. He was also the helpful friend and adviser of many young men. In. all these things MT. Nichols will be missed. He was born in West Thompson, Conn.,, in1824. When M years old he went into the stove business in his native town. In 1847 he married Miss Sarah Leeds of West Thompson. Soon after this they removed to Webster, where Mir. Nichols was for a year in the hardware and stove business. In 1852 they made their home in Putnam, Ct :, where they remained till 1859, when they went to Palmer. There they remained until they came to this city in 1S70 For some years MT. Nichols was connected with the firm of P. P. Kellogg & Co.,, en- velope manufacturers, and was for four or five years connected with the Spring field envelope company. For a year or two he was with the Powers paper eoIl. pany and gave their papeterie industry fss first start. He was also, for q time asls8- nIated with the Union ink and papexcona- taz<- ls<z1se xe has been 2 member of the flflnof TavloS
 of which he has for some time been tke senior partner, with his son Franklin and John A. Murphy as associates: MT. Nichols was a republican and from 1aEC) to 1880 inclusive he was member of the city council, and in 1881 and 1889 he did service as alderman. He was also memz Der of the board of public works. Mir. Nichols was a successful business man.. and when in good health an indefatigablal worker. For the past five years he has been a, sufferer from asthma and valnlar disease of the heart, caused by a severe: attack of the pleurisy. He bore his mall ady with patience and fortitude to the end. On New-year's day he was taken with severe chill, which was the fore- runner of the end. The surviving mem-. bers of his family are his wife and three chfldien, Franklin, junior partner in the. firm, Mary and John, who is book keeper for the company. s.
The Press., 1892-01-21

Judge: Agitator Fl tell you this eight-hour work day is going to do q lot of good to the mass of employed people. By the. way, Sarah, is supper ready ?" Agitator's wife-"No, my eight hours was up at 5.S0 today
The Press., 1892-01-21

The. Cleveland baby was christened last week, at the Lakewood (N. J.) pres ent home of her parents, her papa hold ing Miss Ruth while an iron-clad Presby- terian minister conducted the christening service. Baby Ruth behaved just as well as the average baby is likely to do under similar circumstances. I
The Press., 1892-01-21
UNION.

Rejoice F. Towne, of Union, usually called Poster Towne, q well-known citi- zen, died last week. He was fatler of Nelson and Horace Towne.
The Press., 1892-01-21

5 U z Reporters of the Providence Journal and Boston Herald, now at Denver, re-. port decided increase of public senti ment in Colorado favorable to Dr. Graves. with the probability that the governor will commute the death sentence to life service in prison, if the supreme court does not grant Dr. Graves new trial. :.
 Governor Bulkeley has issued writ to Sheriff Pomeroy, of Windham county, di- recting him to warn a special election for probate judge for the district of Windham fincluding ScotlanD to fill the vacancy caused by the death of Judge of Probate Henry N. Wales. The day fixed for the election is Monday, January %.
The Press., 1892-01-21

Take your Prescri- I1ons to LATHRoP'S DRUG STORE, Per Isonal attention paid to them.
The Press., 1892-01-21
A stabbing Affair.

Borough court has been in session near ly every day this week hearing cases that grew out of serious affray that occurred at the Springs House last Saturday about midnight. The Germans of the village held dance at borough hall, close by the hotel, on Saturday night. Six persons who came from Monson to attend left their two teams at the Springs House stables. When the dance broke up, few minutes before midnight, the six Monson men went to the Springs House, and called out Landlord Blair. They asked for some supper, but were told that everything was locked up for the night, the help In bed, and that MT. Blair had not even keys that would admit him to the culinary department. They next ask ed for drinks, but were told that 1t was after lawful hours for dispensing such. This angered them, and one man stepped up behind Mr. Blair and clasped him in 9 tight embrace, while the others began pummeling him, giving him bloody face, but no serious injuries. Mir. Blair is en-
The Press., 1892-01-21
HOLLAND.

Ex-City Marshall Edward F. Allen, of Lynn, who died Jan. 11th of paralysis, was a native of Holland, where for sev- eral years during Buchanan's administra- tion he was postmaster. With the break ing out of the war he recruited company of volunteer militia of which he was con- missioned captain.
 (Correspondence.)
 John Cleugh has started his engine, preparing the material for the fruit basket business, which he carries on quite ex- tensively, and has developed new in dustry about town, of tacking the baskets, among ths women and children. Loren Reed has furnished large quantity of poplar timber of which the baskets are made.
 Rev. 0. H. Daniels, son-in-law of Hon. Charles Underwood, was in town oyer Sunday, and addressed the Y. F. s. c. E. meeting Sunday evening.
 Rev. Edward Stone occupied the pull pit of the Congregational church for the second time on Sunday: The new stage, with it's feet-footed horses, which has been puton the route between here and Rockville by the new owner, Landlord Kibbe, is a credit to the town and deserving of thepublic patronage. Holland will not seem so far away when the travelling public become cognizant of the fact that there is way to get here comfortably. If the stage made better connections with the trains it would be highly appreciated by those who depend upon public conveyances.
 The sleiglnng over Sunday was much enjoyed, as was demonstrated by the nu- merous turn outs to be seen on the road. Mercury was % below zero Sunday morning.
 Mrs. Wm. Newman is very sick, and | Is attended by Dr. Allen of Rockville. The agripn seems to be abeting some what, and some who have been t'shut in'' for nearly two months are getting out a little, while others will not be able, prob ably, before warm weather. FLORA.
The Press., 1892-01-21
Hydeville.

Harlin Dunham has purchased two valuable cows of Wilson McIntire, Charl- ton, Mass. (they were among the number exhibited at the Stafford Springs fair. It is reported that he paid $150 for one animal
The Press., 1892-01-21
BOSTON xxx CRACKERS, nice and fresh, 7c. lb, lbs. 25c.
l, ,ooe lbs. SATIN GLOSS STARCH

at Sc. ID. .ssts
The Press., 1892-01-21
BIRTHS.

Whole number, 94; males, 81 females, 33; colored AT were born of American born parents; IS others of foreign born fathers, and 5 of foreign born mothers :; 24s of foreign born parents, 10 being Ca nadians, 4 Irish, German. English, i Russian, Dane.
The Press., 1892-01-21

H 2
 Rev. E. F. Clark will occupy his pull pit next Sunday, having about recovered from the grip. He attended Mir. Wash burns funeral last Tuesday.
 Rev. E. R.. Brown will officiate at Grace church Sunday next.
 MARQUIS H. WAsHBURN, whose illness was mentioned. last week, died on Sun day. Mir. Washburn was native of Stafford, but most of his mature years have been spent in Worcester and Jersey City, and his business the making of car wheels, being much of the time associated with his brother Nathan. For few of his last years he has lived in Stafford Springs, though not actively engaged in business here. He had wide circle of relatives here, both on his own side and that of his wife, who is daughter of the late Solva Converse. MT. Washburn was quiet, undemonstratiye man, of whom we never heard anything said except good things. He leaves a widow and; two daughters, one of the latter. by 2 fermer wife.
 The union prayer-n neeting which was to have been held tomorrow eyeningat J. W.Witt's, StaffordS Street, will be postponed two weeks (Feb. 5th), on account. ..of-sick- ness.
 Letters remaining in the office at Staf- ford Springs, Jan. 21st: John H. Carter, Edward Lane, Mrs. G. L. Nelson, c. W. Randall, Madame Louise Rohida, Wm. Walbridge.
The Press., 1892-01-21

Fur eapes at sB that were from $10 to s15. 'sFur Gapes at v that were from soto $20. Fur capeS at sic that were from $20 to $27.50.
 Fur capes at $15 that were from so to $S5. rnft- ofclo