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The Hawaiian star. [volume] (Honolulu [Oahu]) 1893-1912, 1893-11-08
They Met in Congress.

Hon. Joseph c. Hendrix, Represen-
tative in Congress from New York, and
Hon. Richard Bartholdt, Representa-
tive from Missouri, used to be fellow
reporters in Brooklyn years ago Hen
dirk represented the New York San
and Bartholdt the Brooklyn Fyeie
PyeSSe. The latter, in the course of
time, drifted West and rose TO be a
prominent figure in politics in St.
Louis, where he now edits an influential
German paper. Hendrix staid in New
York, but in a general way experienced
the same disposition of benevolent
Providence as his former colleague of
the press. They turned up in Wash
ington about the same time, and there
was a cordial greeting as they shook
hands
"What are you doing in Washing
ton ?" asked Hendrix.
"That's a fair question" said Bart
holdt, "but suppose you tell me what
you are doing here ?"
"Why, Pm member of Congress"
said Hendrix.
$50 am l." said Bartholdt. Glow
did you get into politics "
"Oh," said Hendrix, 81 was elected
a member of the School Board"
so was l." said Bartholdt.
"Then | was elected President of
the School Board" said Hendrix.
$50 was |" said Bar;holdt.
"Then | was elected to Congress,
continued Hendrix.
"And so was |, y exclaimed Bartholdt.
"Well," said Hendrix, "you and |
must have been born under the same
conjunction of planets
Both had reached Congress by pre-
cisely parallel lines, after separating in
the reporters room in the Brooklyn
City Hall building, and met after a
term of years in which they had com
pletely lost trace of each other.-IVaSh
iugton Post
The Hawaiian star. [volume] (Honolulu [Oahu]) 1893-1912, 1893-11-08
The Shah's Cat.

The shah of Persia has great affection
for cats and is so fond of them that he has
some so feline favorites which are generally
to be found in his apartments, and to which
he has assigned officials and attendants of
their own. They also have their own spe-
cial room where they assemble at certain
hours to have their meals On his summer
excursions they all accompany him. being
carried by special men on horseback in
cages lined with velvet. The fayorite of
the lot used to be large gray cat called
Babr Khan, which may be translated as
Prince Tiger.
When the shah lunched or dined, Babr
Khan was always always let into the room,
and sometimes his majesty fed the cat with
his own exalted hands Once, while in
camp, Babr Khan disappeared and was
searched for in vain. A servant who had
made fun of the cat and been heard to re-
mark that it was better out of the way
was arrested on suspicion of having caused
the animals disappearance. He was car
ried to Teheran in chains, flung into dun
geon and was never heard of again. Nor
was the cat.--New York Tribune
The Hawaiian star. [volume] (Honolulu [Oahu]) 1893-1912, 1893-11-08
Let Us Suppose.

Mr.. Theophilus H. Davies Of Homo.
lulu said to a Call reporter on Satur-
day that the Provisional Government
of the Hawaiian Islands cannot 60 on
forever. The fundamental error of the
Provisional Government is, in Mr..
Davies opinion, in going outside of the
bounds OF the nation without the
sanction Of the nation. Mr. Davies
does not appear to be intimately &C
quainted with the general character of
revolutions. 1t is not the habit of rev.
olutionists to intrust their plans to the
government they propose to overthrow.
The Hawaiian revolutionists realized
that they were acting in the name Of
less than 100, 900 people. They knew
that the Hawaiian Government had for
many years leaned on foreign powers,
and would be, from its feebleness, COM
PEELED to do so in the future Know
ing this, the Provisional Government
naturally sought the protection of the
nearest nation of the first rank and the
one with which it was the most closely
connected in industrial interest. But
the Provisional Government knew that
its action was not binding upon the
people. Without such support it
would have gone the way of all flesh
some months ago. The people have
supported the action of the Provisional
Government in going outside the
nation by supporting the Government
in so doing.
Mr. Davies wants to know what the
world of nations would have said had
the Provisional Government made to
Russia the offer they made to the
United States. The answer to this
question is really immaterial. The
location of the Islands in relation to
the United States is such that the
United States has openly declared that
no foreign power would be allowed to
take peaceable possession of them
Russia has no use for them, and is not
believed to be seeking cause for wal
with the United States. Let us suppose
now that the Provisional Government
had made the same offer to England
that was made to the United States
In such case would Mr. Davies fine
sense of the prophecies have beer
shocked? Would he not have reasoned
that an island in the Pacific Ocear
containing smaller population thar
several second-class counties in Cali
fornia could not be expected to main
tain an independent government? APP
parently the blunder of the Provisional
Government was not, in Mr.. Davies
opinion, in going outside the nation
but in going outside in the direction
they took.-CaU.
The Hawaiian star. [volume] (Honolulu [Oahu]) 1893-1912, 1893-11-08

No one can tell exactly who made the first
piano for the reason that 1t has gradually
evolved" from an instrument as much un-
like itself as one could well imagine. In
the twelfth century it appears to have been
a gigantic dulcimer, which was merely an
oblong box holding a series of strings ar.
ranged In triangular form across its center.
In the thirteenth and fourteenth centuries
the "clavichord," another musical mon
strosity, had developed from it and was
used we'll up in the eighteenth century.
About I'LL Christofali of Padua invented a
real piano, but 1t is said to remind one Of a
coal box when compared with the elegant
and perfect toned instrument of today.-St
Louis Republic.
The Hawaiian star. [volume] (Honolulu [Oahu]) 1893-1912, 1893-11-08
How Paris Utilities Rats.

Almost everywhere in the world, except
in Paris, rats are considered as a trouble
some nuisance to be gotten rid of by any
means possible. The Parisians. on the con-
trary, convert this nuisance into useful
member of society and source of revenue.
In Paris rats are collected from every pos
sible source and placed in a great pound,
where the carcasses of all animals dying In
the city are thrown. These remains are
speedily disposed of by the rats, which
leave behind nothing but the clearly picked
bones. There are no such scavengers as
rats. Four times year these rats are
rounded up and killed, and their skins are
utilized In the everywhere admired form of
CANT de Paris, to decorate the hands of
loneliness the world over.-Philadelphia
Press
The Hawaiian star. [volume] (Honolulu [Oahu]) 1893-1912, 1893-11-08
All Subscriptions Payable
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A large stock of Seaside and other Libraries on
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Artists Drawing Materials, and full supply
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Albums in their several kinds, Work
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sundries
The Hawaiian star. [volume] (Honolulu [Oahu]) 1893-1912, 1893-11-08
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The Hawaiian star. [volume] (Honolulu [Oahu]) 1893-1912, 1893-11-08
To Prepare Ivory.

Ivory may be prepared as ground for
miniature painting by cleansing the leaves
or plates and rubbing them over with the
juice of garlic. This will remove its greasy
quality, which prevents the color from fix
ing on the ground, and it is said to be more
useful than either soap or OK gall.-St.
Louis Globe Democrat.
The Hawaiian star. [volume] (Honolulu [Oahu]) 1893-1912, 1893-11-08

A main-trunk telephone line is at
present under construction between
London and Glasgow, passing through
Nottingham, Sheffield and Leeds. AS
there is already telephone communca
ton between Glasgow and Belfast, and
between Belfast and Dublin, when the
new line is completed, communication
between Dublin and London will be
DOssible.
The Hawaiian star. [volume] (Honolulu [Oahu]) 1893-1912, 1893-11-08
General Advertisements.
THOS. G. THRUMS'
UP TOWN
Store
LOG Fort Street.
6rneral Advertisements.
LOG Fort Street.

Still keeps on hand a varied stock OF Office,
Commercial and Fashionable Stationery, con.
sisting in part OF Engrossing and Legal papers
and wrappers, Flat and folded Cap, broad and
narrow Bill, Statement, Journal and Ledger
papers; Linen and other letter and note papers
in fold or tablet form, with or without en-
velopes; Island View Letter paper and View
Note Papeteries; Correspondence, Menu, Ball
and Visiting Cards, ETC., ETC., repenishing the
same from time to time and adding novelties
as they appear.
Book S-BeSides full line of Blank
Books, in the various sizes and bindings-Time
Books, Log Books, Agents and Notaries
Records, Receipts, Note and other form books,
Memo, and Pass Books, the variety OF Miscel.
laneous Works, Teachers and other Bibles,
Children's hooks, Linen and other Toy Books,
etc., etc., invites attention.
The Hawaiian star. [volume] (Honolulu [Oahu]) 1893-1912, 1893-11-08

VICTORIA, B. c., October 23.-A
court-martia is to be held on Wednes-
day to try Lieutenant Masters of H..
NJ, S, Garnet, who is president of the
canteen, and in whose funds there is
said to be a deficiency, H. M. S.
Melpomene goes to England to re-
commission, and will be replaced by a
more powerful vessel.
The Hawaiian star. [volume] (Honolulu [Oahu]) 1893-1912, 1893-11-08
An Ignorant CAPTAIN.

Old Lady-What's the matter nowf
Steamboat Captain-We've run on a
sand bar.
Old Lady-Well, why don't you 90 over
III What's your wall henm for, I'd
like to knowi-Nsw York weekly.
The Hawaiian star. [volume] (Honolulu [Oahu]) 1893-1912, 1893-11-08

The Naval Inspection Board, which
conducts the trials of ships built for
the navy, will come to the coast for a
few weeks, and in addition to those
appointed from here will inspect the
Olympia and watch her performance
during her trial trip,-CdH
The Hawaiian star. [volume] (Honolulu [Oahu]) 1893-1912, 1893-11-08

The Chicago has arrived at BARGE
Iona, Spain, from Malaga The San
Francisco was at Key West, Florida,
when last heard from. The Baltimore
is at Alexandra and the Monongahela
at Funchal. The Lancaster has been
ordered home.
The Hawaiian star. [volume] (Honolulu [Oahu]) 1893-1912, 1893-11-08
Base Balls, Bats, Ma SIX
and Gloves

For all aspiring enthusiasts in the profession;
all grades.
Binding-The Book Binding and Paper
Ruling Department still fills all orders entrust
ed to it in the manufacture Of special work,
reminding, plain and intricate ruling, map
mounting, paper cutting and blocking, etc.
Music bound with care.
Printing-Printing orders of all kinds,
executed in first class manner.
In all the above lines in which T. G. T. has
been for over twenty years identified in this
city, heinvites correspondence, and guarantees
prompt and careful attention to all orders en-
trustedto him.
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educational interests of these islands, as also
a recorder of political and other current events.
Sample copies mailed to any address. A
limited number Of advertisements inserted at
The Newtown bee., 1893-03-17
REVISING THE BoRouGH CHAPTER.

The question of the revision of the bor- ough charter, has not yet been consider ed by the Legislative body of the state. It will be remembered that some time since a special meeting of the borough was held to see whether or not, what is known as the minority representation clause should be tackled on to the new charter. It was voted at that time that it should not be. But the minority par ty did not see fit to abide by that decis- ion, so they have circulated petition for signers to present to the committee, to try and influence them in their decision. Now the other side are circulating an other petition, which expresses the will of the majority. Why block this ques- tion any longer. Stop your tillibustering and get to work, or let others before it is too late
The Newtown bee., 1893-03-17
STRATFIELD.

MT and Mrs James Screder gave pro- gressive euchre party to number of frieuds on Tuesday evening, the Ith- A delightful time was had by all who at tended.
 Misses Edith and Mabel Entwistle of New York have been visiting at the home of MT and Mrs E. G. Wilson.
 Mrs Charles Cornell, who has been on the sick list, is slowly recovering.
 E. G. and A. s. Wilson, who delighted both old and young with number of sleighing parties during the fine sleigh ing, deserve much credit and praise. Three cheers for our genial butcher and brother,
 The school of this place has been or dered closed for week.
 The Baptist society will welcome their new pastor, Rev Mir Wilson, and wife, into the parsonage soon.
The Newtown bee., 1893-03-17
STEPNEY.

Mrs Margaret Smith, who has spent the winter at Rev D. Osborn's, has gone to Charles Warmers in Shelton
 Mrs A. L. Winton of Bridgepor5 is the guest of Mrs c. B. Wheeler.
 Perry Hubbell and wife, Mr and Mrs Miles Eastwood, and Mrs Gibbs spent Sunday at David Hubbell's.
 Samuel Powell is visiting in Stony Brook, Long Island.
 Mrs Andrew Leavenworth and Miss Irene have returned after an extended visit in New York.
 Mrs Seeley Perry is in Bridgepors, the guest of Mrs Charles Banks.
 Mrs Lucy Abbott, who has just return ed from Cuba, has visited Mrs George Coley.
 James Lord has moved from the Hin- man Curtis place into the HaWIey place in Pepper street, recently occupied by Charles Lord.
 Mrs George Ives is visiting in Bridge port.
 The meeting of the Y F. s. c. E. will
The Newtown bee., 1893-03-17

The cause of her death was pneumonia, which she contracted about one week ago. Her funeral was attended yester- day (Thursday) afternoon from her late homo at o'clock, Rev A. c. Hubbard off ficiating. The remains were brought to this town and inferred in the Center cen- etery.
 George W. Roe and fofee of men are engaged in painting Alfred Lafson,s house on Center street.
 Looks as though spring was somewhat in the future
 Rev MT Eurtam of New Haven con- ducted service in the Swedish language in the Congregational church on We'd nesday evening at 7.30.
 Christopher Staib is getting out quartz and shipping to New Milford at $2.5o per ton.
 Elgin s. Andrews, of the firm of An drews, Mackenzie & Go. ,has been confined to his home for several days past by a severe attack of scarlet fever. He is now considerable better and if nothing else sets in his recovery will be speedy.
The Newtown bee., 1893-03-17
STREET RAILWAY MATTERS.

The question of the trolley system for the Danbury and Bethel street railway company, which has been bothering the city government of Danbury for the past few months, has at last been settled by voting to allow the railway company to operate their road with that system. The question has not aS yet been brought be- fore the Bethel public for action by vote, but it doubtless will be brought before a borough meeting at no late date. It is very doubtful if the question will meet with much opposition as most of our peo- pie realize the urgent need of better ser vice. The company express themselves as willing to extend their lines in Bethel, if allowed to do so. In this also they should receive the encouragement of all our people as the longer the line the bet ter will be the accommodation.
The Newtown bee., 1893-03-17
Legislative Gossip.
f ESPECIAL TO THE BEE. 1
Capitol, Hartford, March 8, 1893.

The hearing on the medical bill was held in the House, which was crowded. Many spoke for and against it. Thursday the hearing was continued to March 2l, 6. m. The Storrs' a0Ticultural college bill, was also held in the House. About 800 were present.
 The bill providing that the superior court may allow any attorney appointed by the court to defend 0 prisoner for sum not to exceed SI0 a day, was passed.
 Ralph Wheeler of New London was to-day appointed judge of the superior court for eight years. He was unanimously endorsed by the House. ,,o
 The resignation ot J. o. Page, as a commis- aioner for Fairfield county was received and accepted Mir Mead of Greenwich has been nppointed to i'll the vacancy.
 The speaker administered the oath of office to U. P Gardner, G. o. Keeler, M. c. Doolittle and E. O. Reynolds who were seated by
 X vote on the storrs', agricultural college, disclosed no quorum, and the speaker ad- journed the Heuse.
 An act appropriating $i0,72s for well at the Storrs' agricultural school was passed and the comptroller instructed to draw this order on the state treasury for that amount.
 The title to the ancient burying grounds in Greens Farms was vested in the town of Westport.
 work for street railroad employees.
 The town of Brookfield was given the right to transfer all it's right title and interest in Babbits Bridge to Fairfield county, said coun- ty hereafter to maintain one-haf of the ex- pense of supporting said bridge.
The Newtown bee., 1893-03-17
A NARROW ESCAPE FROM FIRE.

The new house on Judson street. building for Mir Samnis, had a narrow espace from burning one night, last week. Stoves were used for drying the plastering, and one of them set fire to d temporary screen, placed before It. No serious damage was done.
 Rev Mir Childs of Fairfield occupied the pulpit of the Congregational church, last Sunday morning, in exchange with the pastor, Rev MT Ives.
 Large crowds of people went up to the Ferry, Sunday atIernoon, to see the river break up. The ice went out, with out doing any special damage.
 The real estate buyer, for the railroad company, was in town last week, nego- tiaGing for the land which the company need for the proposed four-tracking. Work will begin here, as soon as the necessary land is purchased.
 Walter Allen of New York, spent Sum- day in town.
 Mrs Edward Freeman was bitten in the leg, by dog belonging to one of her neIghbors. Dr Lewis attended the in- jury, and no serious results are anticipat- ed.
 William N. Ely is very low, and his family fear that he will not recover.
 The high wind and heavy rain, have very much improved the walking about town.
 Rev E. D. Bassett recently baptised seven brothers, the oldest being 15 years old.
 Miss Jessie Lyon, one of the graded school teachers, who has been very ill, has sufficiently recovered, to be removed to her home in Darien.
 Nathan Wilcoxson, is reported as being seriously ill. A canvas is being made for directory, taking in our town. Edward Davis has moved into the Stratton house, on Main street. Burglars made an unsuccessful at tempt to get into Stiles Judson's house, | last week.
 | Capt Wakeley often entertains the Stove club, with his California expert l ences.
 David Booth has been ill, but is report ed as improving. ...--
 There seems to be an epedemic of se- were colds, accompanied by throat diff faculties.
 Dr Jackson, of New Hay en, lectured in the Baptist church, Wednesday even- ing, on Africa. 1 Quite a number of foxes have been seen crossing the river on the ice, this winter. Two were noticed, just before the river broke, Sunday.
 Letters received from Mrs Sedgwick, wife of Frederick Sedgwick, for many years noted teacher in this town, and now a resident of Sharon, Ct., states that he is failing rapidly, and his death may be expected at any time. l ment in the lecture room of the Metho- dist church, Saturday afternoon. Mrs Plumb, returned missionary, from China, will be present and take part in the exercises.
 A new fence is being built around the Charles D. Curtis estate, corner of Main street and East Broadway.
The Newtown bee., 1893-03-17
Highest of all in Leavenng U s Govt Report @&!a!:'!!! Q! BBss'1g Bsxds9
 ABSOLUTELY PURE

pearances they probably reposed up stairs on one of the beds, but nothing was missing. Mrs Kippen expects to open her house on Wednesday, Her daughter is expected home at that time from Chicago. III.
 Miss Alice N. Sherwood, graduate of Smith college, has taken temporary charge of the primary school during the illness of Miss Otstot.
 Mrs Kippen returns to her home, this week, to put it in order for sale or for rent. Her daughter, who has been spend- ing the winter in Chicago, will return here, he 18th.
 Paulina Brinsmade, an aged woman living in the family of Theodore Turney, recently died.
 Services by the rec tor of St Paul's on Sunday were held as usual.
 Rev MT Ives filled the plate of Rev MT Childs' at the Congregational church. MT Childs leaves to-day for Atlantic City for vacation of two weeks.
 MT Jennings, of the firm of Mills & Jennings, had valuable horse drop dead in front of E. Gray's, the same day MI Gray's horse died. ~.
 Benjamin Betts' pair of horses are both sick.
 Hans Peterson has broken ground for his new house near Benjamin Betts' new | store.
The Newtown bee., 1893-03-17
ASPETUCK.

s. k. D. Nichols and family have been the guest of MT and Mrs c. M. Abbott. Frank Williams has moved from Mrs Laurinda Grumman's place into the old Ephriam Jennings place.
 Miss Jennie Hoyt has spent few days with her aunt, Mrs J. J. Foster.
 Miss Allie Foster is in Ridgefield for a three weeks visit.
 The Aspetuck school is closed for the month of March.
 Miss May Freeborn has returned home after spending the winter in Norwalk.
 Mrs George Buttery is spending few days with her mother.
 w. H. Grummans has lost another horse with glanders, making three in two years.
 The Methodist church netted $53 at their recent entertainment.
The Newtown bee., 1893-03-17
In New Haven County.
SOUTHPORT.
GILBERT A. ROBINSON.

We are sorry to record the sad news of the death of Gilbert A. Robinson, who passed away, last Saturday night, at the age of 65 years. He came to this place from Hamden. 27 years ago. He was a blacksmith by trade and he has followed that business in this place most of tht. time ever since, in shop opposite to his house. He has been q hard working man, but like many another he has been subject to misfortune. His wife has been an invalid for quite a nuaiber of years and he has lost four children out of eight besides losing some property in his old age that has caused him trouble. His funeral was largely attended from his late place of residence. Tuesday after noon. at l o'clock. He leaves a widow, two sons and two daughters to mourn his loss. His remains were inferred in the Southford cemetery.
 The Manville Brothers of George Hill caught d large wild cal in a steel trap, one day last week. They secured him alive and it is quite a curiO sity to visitors. They say they know where there is another as large. IL is hoped they will secure it.
The Newtown bee., 1893-03-17
Specimen Cases.

s. II. Cliffor, New Cassel, Wis, was troubled with neuralgia and rheumatism, his stomach was disordered, his liver was affected to an alarming degree, appetite tell away and he was terribly reduced in flesh and strength. Three bottles of Electric Elites cured him.
 Edward Shepherd, Harrisburg, Ill.,, had Q running sore on his leg of eight years stand ing. Used three bottles of Electric Bitters ana seven boxes of Bucklen's Arnica Salve and his leg is sound and well. John Speaker Catawba, O., had five large lever sores on his leg; doctors said he was incurable. One bot tie Electric Bitters and one box Bucklen's Ar nica salve cured him entirely. Sold ut E. F.. Hawley's drug store.
The Newtown bee., 1893-03-17
HUNTINGTON.

W. $. Hooper has been doing some painting and papering in South Britain for the past week.
 Mrs Hooper has been visiting friends in NorWalk.
 In this place where it was deep snow, last week, 1t IS deep mud now, with sever al bad washouts in the roads.
 Mrs Cole of Walnut Tree Hill has been in New York for few days.
 John Nichols has given up work in New Haven and will work at home on his farm.