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Connecticut western news., 1893-08-03
Fire in North Canaan.

The residence of Mrs. William J. Thomson, situated about midway be- tween the villages of Canaan and East Canaan, was burned to the ground early ! Tuesday morning. Mrs. Thomson. her daughter, Miss Florence, of New York, her sons, William J. and Hugo, MT. A. 0. Brainard, of Great Burlington, who was spending the night at the house, and Mrs. Davis, of Danbury, had all retired and were sound asleep, when, about l o'clock in the morning, Mrs. Davls was awakened by light and on rising found the kitchen. which was low one-story structure joining the house on the rear, all ablaze. Mrs
 Davis at once reused the other occu- pants of the house, who hastily dressed themselves, the gentlemen putting on only the most necessary garments, not even their shoes and stockings. It WAS at once evident that the flames had already gained such headway that the house could not be saved. Indeed, it was impossible to rescue any of the contents of the house except desk and few chairs and books. Even the sil- verware was not saved. Mr. Brainard' 's valuable bicycle, ''Columbia racer, " which was the last thing he thought of saving, was so hot when taken out that the gentlemen were badly burned in taking hold of it. None of the occu- pants have any idea how the fire could have originated. It is only known that the wood house. next to the kitchen was already consumed when the alarm was given. The house burned very rapidly so that before o'clock nothing remained standing but the enormous old fashioned chimney, towering above the mass of blazing timbers, with its great bake-oven and freplaces. The heavy oak timbers did not fall till long after the rest of the woodwork had been burned. It is curious fact that none of the neighbors were aware of the fire except those at MT T. F. Bigelow's and at Rev. E. Whittlesey's. The house was one of the oldest in this town and was more than 100 years old, and was for merly known as the "Fenn" place.
 Mrs. Thomson's family have the sym
 pathy of all, especially of the many who have enjoyed her cordial hospitality
 The loss is partly covered by insurance
Connecticut western news., 1893-08-03
TIE NE WS.

The African python called Eve, being the wife of another who goes by the name of Adam, of Mme. Knox's collection at Danbury. has laid number of eggs and has undertaken to hatch them out There is but one instance on record of pythons being matched out in captivity.
 Judge F. D. Fyler, of Torrington. is doing a larger business In the poultry line than ever before. He has some 1400 fowls and between 300 and 1000 chicks.
 The second annual exhibition of the Win sted Agricultural Corporation will be held at Lakeside Park, Winsted, Tuesday and We'd nesday, Sept. 1s and 20.
 MT Jacob Widmer, who has been experi- menting for several years upon plan to pro- pei boats by water power. thereby saving the loss in power and an immense weight in ma- chinery necessary to steam navigation, has demonstrated the correctness of his theory by an improvised craft upon Greenwoods pond. MT Widmer has secured a patent upon his invention-New Hartford Tribune.
 One morning early William Mercy, of Kent Hollow, recently noticed his dog crouching under a cherry tree intently looking up among the branches. MT Mercy went out and was surprised to count five coons in the tree, all of which he soon brought down with his gun.
 W. G. French of Watertown, with A. Hamil- ton of Bristol and Charles Lee of Coventry, has been appointed on a committe to select six pairs of working oxen from this state, for exhibit at the Worlds Fair in the autumn. The state has appropriated 5000 to defray the expense of sending the cattle, and MT Hamil- ton will go to Chicago in charge of the ex- hibit.
 After the first of October, 1893, no person shall practice medicine in this state until he shall have passed an examination before a committee appointed by the state board of health. An exception Is made in favor of practitioners residing in this state or in towns adjoining the state line on or before May 25. 1893, and who register as required by law before Oct. 1st.
Connecticut western news., 1893-08-03
ALL FREE.

Those who have used Dr Kings New Discovery know it's value, and those who have not, have now the opportunity 10 try it Free. Call on the advertised druggist and get 8 trial bottle, free. Send your name and address to H. E. Bucklen & Co.,, Chicago, and get sam pie box of Dr Kings New Life Pills free, as well as copy of Guide to Health and Household Instructor, free. All of which is guaranteed to do you good and cost you nothing. W. H. Camps druEators.
Connecticut western news., 1893-08-03
POINTERS.

Now is the opportunity to purchase the tobacco warehouse at Canaan. See advertisement.
 Look at Wm Nisbet's new advertise ment and comprehend the flyers offered at Nisbet's midsummer sale.
 Please read the advertisement con corning the Examinations for State Teachers Certificates and for entrance to the Connecticut Normal. Training Schools.
Connecticut western news., 1893-08-03

It Is foolish to believe the summer girl harmless just because she never means anything.
 Last year, it is stated, that 3,0OO, 900 books were issued to the people of Lon- don from free libraries.
Connecticut western news., 1893-08-03

The Consolidated road with all its divisions is now one of the leading rail roads of the country. Its mileage is ], 400. 03 miles. On the pay rolls are >21 .000 men. In 1892 the pay of the Officials and employees was S2, 921, PAS 6e and this sum will be nearly doubled by the addition of the new divisions. The total number of passengers carried du. ring the last year was 14,658, 905. The road owns 250 engines and $500 cars, also nine tugs, 24 floats and the steam CT Maryland.
Connecticut western news., 1893-08-03
State of Ohio, City of Toledo, u

Lucas County. "''
 FRANK J. CHENEY makes oath that he Is the senior partner of the firm of F. J. Cheney Co., doing business in the City of Toed1 firm will pay the sum of ONE HUNDRED DOLLARS for each and every case of Catarrh that cannot be cured by the use of HALLS CATARRH CURE. FRANK J. CHENEY.
 Sworn to before me and subscribed in my presence, this 9th day of December, 1886. t A. W. GLEASON,
 SEAL Notary Public. k---1
 Halls Catarrh Cure is taken internally and acts directly on the blood and mucus surfaces of the system. Send for testimonials, free F. J. CHENEY 6 O., Toledo, Ohio Aorsoid by Druggists, Tsc.
Connecticut western news., 1893-08-03

For the first time in the history of the trade every plate glass factory in the United States is closed, and that indef- nitely Fully 10000 men are idle.
Connecticut western news., 1893-08-03
CONNECTICUT NORMAL TRAINING
 SCHOOLS.

These schools are for persons who intend to teach in the Public Schools of the State. The .faH term begins September 5th. 1898. ADMISSION.-Ap person must be at least 16 years of age, and pass examination in Geography, Writing and Spelling. A DIPLOMA from College, High School, Academy, State Certificate, or proof of three years'successful experlence in teach ing will be accepted In lieu of Entrance Ex- animation.
 KINDERGARTEN Is at New Britain a department for the training of kin dergartners.
 EXPENSES.-There are no expenses for tuition or the use of text books.
 For particulars concerning the schools send for circulars to the principals-
 O.. F. CARROLL. New Britian.
 G, P. PHENM, ,Willimantic.
 A. B. MORRILL,, New Haven. or to CHARLES D.HINE, Sec'y, Hartford, Conn.
Daily Texarkana Democrat., 1893-09-18
Opium Habit cured by Dr. Miles Nervine.
Worlds Fair Visitors.

An intending visitor to the coming
Worlds Fair at Chicago need have no
fear as to the possibility of securing
satisfactory accommodations, at rea-
sonable rates, at either the many hotels
or residences listed in a neat pamphlet
entitled, "Homes for Visitors to the
Worlds Fair" compiled at great ex-
pense and published by trustworthy
Chicago firm. This book contains a
list of about 5000 private families who
will accommodate visitors in Chicago
during the time of the Fair, viz: May
1st to October 30th; gives their names
and addresses, and number of rooms
each will have to spare. The book
also gives a list of the hotels and their
locations; has twelve full-page, large
scale maps, each representing a section
of the city, so that with this informa-
ton before him the intending visitor
himself can, at leisure, select the quar-
ter Of the city in which he would pre-
fer to stop, corresponding in advance
with one or more families in that To-
cality with regard to rates and the ac-
commodations desired.
To help you in fixing in advance
upon your place of residence while at
tending the Worlds Fair, we have
placed in the hands of our agent at
your station copies of this work, which
may be obtained at so cents per copy.
S. G. WARNER,
G. p A Cotton Belt Robte.
Daily Texarkana Democrat., 1893-09-18
TO WORLDS FAIR VISITORS.

You will be robbed in Chicago du-
ring the Worlds fair, if you are not
posted, Every subscriber to the
Saturday Blade or Chicago Ledger
will receive free certificate emitting
the holder to call at our Office at any
hour, day, night or Sunday, during
the Worlds fair, and we will locate
you at whatever priced room YOU
wish. We personally investigate
boarding houses, rooms to rent
hotels, etc., and can save
you a great deal of money. This de
partment has a postofice, reading
and writing room, baggage and
parcel room, telegraph Office, waiting
room. All these privileges are alb
solutely free to every subscriber.
The Saturday Blade is highly illus.
trated weekly newspaper. The
Chicago Ledger is a we'll known
family and literary illustrated weekly.
These papers are the most interest
ing weeklies extant and have
the largest circulation of any week
ly newspaper In the world-500,0 900
copies weekly. The price of either
paper is $500 per year, $1.OO for six
months, or three months for 80 cents.
Send in your subscriptions. A guide
to Chicago and the Worlds Fair, also
sample copies, sent free to any ad,
dress. The Saturday Blade, the
Chicago Ledger, largest weeklies in
the world. 100000 copies weekly.
w. D. BOYCE,
l15-117 9th Ave, Chicago.
Daily Texarkana Democrat., 1893-09-18
Ballard's Horehound Syrup.

We guarantee this to be the best
cough syrup manufactured in the
whole wide world. This is saying a
great deal, but 1t is true. For con-
sumption, coughs, colds, sore throat,
sore chest, pneumonia, bronchitis,
asthma, Group, whooping cough, and
all diseases of the throat and lungs,
we positively guarantee Ballard's
Horehouhd Syrup to be without an
equal on the whole face of the globe.
In support of this statement we refer
to every individual who has ever used
it, and to every druggist who has ever
sold it, Such evidence is undisputa-
bic. Sold by Smith Drug Co. 4
Daily Texarkana Democrat., 1893-09-18

The musical part the Reynolds Colossal Shows has no been neglected
Three magnificent bands appear the grand possession Sept 20
Only few days wait Circus day will soon be here Let
mind back to the days when the first Of dawn found you up ready
welcome the elephant into Take little the circus that
exhibits here September 20 and childhood contemplation
of their delighted little faces 1t is money we'll invested
THE BIG REYNOLDS SHOW,
Although he be considered the circus world MI Rey
nos that faculty and keenue of perception that enables
him gather together that which atace pleasing the public
Combining these attributes together with business Judgment he has
the His show impression
where The example setby the employer exempfed from the hes
the humbe empoye The manner in which the big enterprise being
in itself forerunner packed Remember the date
$1.OO SHOW FOR so CENTS.
Daily Texarkana Democrat., 1893-09-18
A Pointer for Bicycle Riders.

Irwin w. Larimore, physical direct,
or of Y. M. z. A., Des Moines, la',
SAYS he can conscientiously recon-
mend Chamberlain Pain Balm to
athletes, gymnasts, bicyclists, foot
ball play ers and the profession in gen.
eral for bruises, sprains and disloca-
tions; also for soreness and stiffness
of the muscles. Mr.. Larimore has
used two bottles of Pain Balm and is
enthusiastic in his praise of the rem
edy. When applied before the parts
become swollen it will effect cure in
oue-half the time usually required. 1t
also cures rheumatism. For sale by
Smith Drug Co.
Daily Texarkana Democrat., 1893-09-18
OAKS
Poultry Farm,
Texarkana, Arkansas.

Now is the time to supply
yourself with eggs for hatch
ing form the finest line of
Thoroughbred Poultry that can
be found anywhere;
Barred Plymouth Rock eggs, setting$l 50
White Plymouth Rock eggs, setting 90
Single Comb Brown Leghon, setting SO
Rose Comb White Leghorn, setting 2 90
Black Menorcas eggs, setting .."". | rs
Silver Spangled Hamburg eggs, ! set. rs
Bronze Turkey eggs, setting g",,,." 90
White Rabbits, per pair.,..,,...... 2 50
Black Langshan eggs, setting .rr., ! rs
Light Brahmas eggs setting. ..r.,.. 2 90
Red Caps eggs, setting ...,,........ | rs
White Crested Black Polish eggs, /
Silver Laced Wyandott eggs, setting rs
White Face Black Spanish eggs, ! set, 70
Pchin Duck eggs, setting 2 90
Lop Ear Rabbits, per pair, 90
Daily Texarkana Democrat., 1893-09-18
Try BLAcK-oRAuGHI tea for Dyspepsia
Tbe IIn,ted States Blue Book

Is register OF all Federal offices ana
employments in each State and Terri
tory, the District of Columbia ana 10
abroad, with their salaries, emoluments
and duties; shows who is eligible Tor
appointment, questions asked at ex-
ominations, how to make ali applica-
ton and how to push IL to success,
and gives besides vast amount OF
important and valuable information
relative to Government positions
never before published, ;,
Book, published by j. II. soulc, If
handsomely bound in cloth Fflce
75c., sent postpaid to any address, on
receipt Of price. Address or call OF
DAILY DEMOCRAT,
A.26.tf Texarkana, Ark.
Daily Texarkana Democrat., 1893-09-18

If you need anything in my
line, | will be pleased to fill
your orders. All orders re-
ceive prompt attention. Eggs
packed SO they can be shipped
with perfect safety; nothing
sent c. O. d, The cash must
accompany all orders. No
fowls for sale until after July
Ist, 1893. Address all or
ders to
Miss 7, f, Sharp,
Caro- A. $. Blythe. Texarkana, ARK,
Daily Texarkana Democrat., 1893-09-18
6uckIen,s Arnlca Salve.

The best salve in the worl ! for cuts
bruises cores, ulcers, salt rheum, fever
sores. letter, chappod hands, chill
bloins. oorns, and all skin eruptions
and positively cures piles, Or no pay
roouiied. II is guaranteed 70 giy,'
nerfect satisfaction, or money refund
ed. price 70 cents per box. For sal'
bv smith Drug Go.
Daily Texarkana Democrat., 1893-09-18

am prepared to furnish engines of from rs horse
have Of Perkins shingle machines one Kellogg cut
ting machine all in good order secondhand engine and
boiler suitable for gin shinge machine. make new pat
tent saw dust CRATE bar the best on the market Repairing
done promptly engines or any kind of machinery and
terms easy. A. DENARCE
Daily Texarkana Democrat., 1893-09-18
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Daily Texarkana Democrat., 1893-09-18

When Baby was sisk we gave her Castoria.
When she was a Child, she cried for Castoria
When she became Miss, she chung to Castorla'
When she had Children, she gave Castoria'
Daily Texarkana Democrat., 1893-09-18
THSTIMONIAL.


This certify that i r. Kirby Co, aco make
We
e times have cut oyer 5000 feet day hours We nheangy
and are ready tme put this assertion the r. KIRBY
Daily Texarkana Democrat., 1893-09-18
L. L. STARKS,
STRICTLY DEMOCRATIC
Contractor and Builder

| guarantee all my work, and 90
none but what Is flrst-class--wiIl not
turn out a poor job.
Give me a call, or write me through
the Texarkana postofllce, and | VIII,
submit a bid For work | DO, VIII
make no charges for plans ard specill-
cations H. u olAiN'
Daily Texarkana Democrat., 1893-09-18
5O---ADMISSION FIFTY CENTS---50
The Big Show Coming At
4exaKoE1a anae
WEDNESDAY, SBP'I. 70.
IN ALL ITS ENTIRETY.

hnoldS Colossal Railroad Shows Circus Museum Menagerc and
Advertised '' NN "
SUI Men, Women and Horses Five Music Fifty Dashng
Dzzng circus Acts Open Dens Wild Dozens of
shetland Ponies The wonderful performing elephants Bady
ana queen Jumbo Be in town early grand geng
street procession Fix the date n your mind
Among e countless attractions offered big Reynolds
eagGe at EXHIBITS here September 20b pair of ee-
pnan known as Ra and Queen Jumbo These elephants for
sea years the pet and pride Ofjuyne San Francisco being
e geological department of Woowa Gardens They brought
70 S country by the ebad traveller j. B. Gaylord
property OF the King of SIAM The Intelligence displayed by these huge
quadrupds warrant the statement they question:
performing elephants IN America
The Merose Family in number daring our time
are prominent members of the big Reynolds Menagere will
exhibit here September Goth
THE STREET PARADE
BE town early and position witness DAZZLING
parade given by the great Rynos Menager that will exhibit
here.
Daily Texarkana Democrat., 1893-09-18

1T is A DUTY You owe yourself and fame
lly to get the best value for your money
EcOnOmize in your footwear by purchasing
w. l.. Douglas Shoes, which represent the
best value for prices asked, as thousands
The Roanoke times. [volume] (Roanoke, Va.) 1890-1895, 1893-07-05
MRS. DAVIS LEAVES oxANsros,s.

Mrs' Grant Again Bids Her Farewell Be-
fore She Starts for Narra.ansett Pier.
NEwBURo. N Y, July Although
Mrs. U. S. Grant and Mrs. Davis babe
each other goodby at the hotel at
Cranston's Monday evening Mrs. Grant
arose early yesterday morning and
when MRS. Davis started for the ferry
Mrs. Grant was the last one to say fare.
we'll.
Miss Winnie Davis, the Daughter OF
the Confederacy,' was present when her
mother AID Mrs. Grant parted and
spoke OF tho pleasure she had taken in
meeting Mrs. Grant again, and before
Mrs. Davis and her daughter started for
Narragansett Pier she told lady friend
at the hotel that she had never spent
eight happier or more peaceful days
than those 80 near West Point. Mr..
Davis also said that she would have re-
manned at Cranston's longer but for the
fact that hor physicians order was i'm
perative that she should go to Nara
gansett Pier.
Mrs. Grant said this morning she had
greatly enjoyed her many chats with
meet for several years. She spoke OF
the charm of manner and geniality OF
Mrs. Davis and of her intellectually.
In conclusion, Mrs. Grant said Mrs.
Davis was tho life of their little circle
while she remained at Cranston's.
Mrs. Grant will probably be present
at the reception to the Grand Duke
Alexander, OF Russia, which is to be
held next Monday by General and Mrs.
Daniel Butterfield at their summer
place at Cold Spring.
The Roanoke times. [volume] (Roanoke, Va.) 1890-1895, 1893-07-05
NEW MILLINERY.

when the materials fall into capable and
expert hands, and although the result
may be almost indescribable it is sure to
be becoming and pretty. says the New
York Sun, with an cxorbitant price as
the chief feature. But as there is Il COM
forting elasticity about the styles every
one can wear exactly what she likes and
still be in the fashion. \ large hat NAV
have its low crown covered with Il tanele
of pink, red and yellow roses with green
leaves or merely adorned with lace
butterfly. a black crown may have a
cream colored brim on the reverse. but
the height of fashion are the shot and
the green straw hats
An exceeding novel hat is of maroon
straw, picturesquely bent and trimmed,
with an ecru lace lapel falling on each
side. The hollow crown is filled in with
Il huge bow of green velvet, fastened in
the center with fancy buckle, and at
the back is bunch of variegated tulips.
Two stylish and useful hats are of
black chip, trimmed with black ostrich
plumes and tips. One has crimson roses
under the brim, and the other is relieved
with cream lace and jet pins. Sailor
hats have band of black velvet, with
quilts or two pink roses on one side.
The Roanoke times. [volume] (Roanoke, Va.) 1890-1895, 1893-07-05
Sheep shcnring In New York.

They are shearing the sheep in Cen
trail park, and n good sized job it has
turned out to be. There are about 80
ewes and as many lambs besides the
two or three rams. All of the flock are
Southdowns of the purest breed, and
their wool, averaging from six to eight
pounds fleece, is very fine and of more
value than that of the ordinary sheep.
Shepherd Conway and his sheep dog
are attending the sheep and lambs OH the
green, while three or four professional
sheep shearers are Mt work on the rest of
the flock at the sheepfold. AS fast as an
animal has been shorn it is turned out
to pasture with the lambs and rams, and
the contrast between the thin, white ap-
pearance of the shorn sheep and the
thick, brown fleeces of the rams and
lambs is an interesting sight. = New
York Letter.
The Roanoke times. [volume] (Roanoke, Va.) 1890-1895, 1893-07-05
STOLE HIS TROUSERS.
Vanderbilt's Nephew Complainant in
the Jefferson Market Court.

Nanderbilt's Nephew Complainant in
the Jefferson Market Court.
New YORK, July 4.-William Nissan,
a nephew of the late Willism II. Van.
derbilt, was complainant in the Jeifer-
son Market police court this morning
against thief who wore a pair OF his
best dress trousers which had been
stolen.
Mr.. Nissan lives at the Hotel Maur.
ice, SOC Fifth avenue, and several of his
trunks were packed away in store
room. Yesterday George Gresham,
aged go, bell boy employed in the
hotel, broke into the store room and
rified Mr. Kissnm's trunks Of about 500
worth OF clothing.
l. w. Stokes, proprietor of the hotel,
saw Gresham 60 into the store room,
later when the thief was discovered
part OF the goods were found in Ores.
mans room, and he wore the tell tale
trousers. Gresman was arrested and
held for trial. Mr.. Nissan saws the
boy can have the trousers, as he would
not care to wear them now.