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The record-union., 1894-09-12
FIRE IN THE COUNTRY.
The Smith Residence Near Brighton
Destroyed Yesterday.

Inc smith ReSluence near Br1SHUOn
Destroyed Yesterday.
The fine two story residence on the H.
q. Smith place, near the beet sugar
factory. on the Brighton Road, was
burned to the ground yesterday morning.
Charles Studarus of Hangtown Cross
ing was driving into the city at the time
the fire occurred and was among the first
to reach the burning building. and as
sisted in removing the furniture. The
house was elegantly furnished, and all
was saved except that of one room up
stairs.
George Smith and family, who reside
there, are absent from the city. the house
being in charge of hired man. He had
made fire early In the morning IN the
kitchen, and it is supposed defective
hue caused the confagration.
The house was worth probably 81, 900
or more, and was insured for $1,000.
The record-union., 1894-09-12
BRIEF NOTES

Eight carloads of wine and eight OF
hops were sent East from this city yester-
day.
Up to 5 o'clock yesterday afternoon
5,56l names were enrolled on the Great
Register.
The cases of ]. d. Tate and NJ. Wise
charged with violating the awning ordi-
nance, we're continued in the Police Court
yesterday for one week.
A man named Ben Saladine was ar
rested by Officer Douglas and Special
Alter last night on suspicion of having
stolen valise from the Union Hotel.
Captain Frank ]. Dietrich of California
Division, No. 5, Uniform Rank of
Knights Pythias, was nominated on Mon
day evening to fill the position of Master
alarms of Sacramento Lodge, No. IL.
In England free dispensaries distribute
81, 600. 600 worth of medicine q wear
The record-union., 1894-09-12
Getting PaY-RoIls Ready.

Acknowledgement Allen and mis- assist
ant, Colonel Robert E. Murray, are busily
engaged on the pag-rolls sent in by the
various military commanders, containing
the number of days put in by the men,
bers OF the National Guard during the
late strike.
The record-union., 1894-09-12
ADJUSTMENTS

"The Mikado" was presented for the
second time at the Clunie Opera-house
last night, by the Pyke Comic Opera
Company. 1t has never been sung better
here, nor better mounted. The company
is at its best in this popular opera, and
those who attend upon it find themselves
fully rewarded. The opera will be re-
peated tonight, and ought to command a
crowded house.
The success of Miss Jeffreys Lewis at
the Metropolitan Theater last night, was
such that Lied Astray" will be repeated
tonight. Miss Lewis has done nothing
of this order better. Indeed she sur
prised as well as gratified us by her act
ing last night. The company was fully
equal to the demands upon it. It is
we'll balanced, capable and painstaking
troupe, composed of people who have
had good stage training, and are intelli-
gent in their art. LED Astray" will be
given only tonight as ''La Belle Russe,"
in which Miss Lewis achieves her high
est success, is not put aside permanently,
but only for night.
AT the Temple of Art, 723 K street, Mr..
Chase continues to exhibit from 10 A. NJ.
to 10 P. NJ, the remarkable example of
wood sculpture by the Japanese artist, the
painting, 1.-The Sultan's Favorite,' and
the living pictures, by the Partisan art
lists model.
The record-union., 1894-09-12
RESTAURANT DE FRANCE.

banquet AND WEDDING PARTIES A
ID speciality. Oysters In every STYLE 427 X
street. Family entrance ON Fifth street
Meals so cents al carte.
HENRI BOULE, Proprietor
The record-union., 1894-09-12
THEY DID WELL.
IN V Post

The Populists OF Colorado have done
well to renominate Governor Waite, since
nobody else could so well represent the
party. The sole issue in the campaign is
Populism, and Waite is it's perfect embod-
iment. For the same reason it is fortu-
nate that Governor Lewelling has been
renominated in Kansas, as he is the best
representative of Populism in that State.
While the friends of both Waite and
Lewelling profess to feel confidence, there
seems no reason to doubt the defeat of
each.
The record-union., 1894-09-12
NOT QUITE FOOLS.
Riverside Press.

The talk INDUCED in by the men who
favor the cltlzens' movement. is such as
will make conservative business men
throughout the county distrusU ticket
put forward by them. Men who openly
urge course that will make taxes heav-
ier, in the hope that such burden will
help them to get the management of
affairs, are counting upon a lack of in
telligence that does not exist. A major
ity OF the voters of Riverside County are
not quite fools.
The record-union., 1894-09-12
II LIN h1Nhs
Fresno Republican i

Some of the San Francisco dailies,
whose property is assessed at about one
fourth OF their actual value, continue to
kick about the little raise of 15 per cent.
on the assessment of that city by the
Board of Equalization. From the stand
point of tax-shirkers they ought to be
thankful that they did not get som ething
approaching justice, which would have
been raise of about double the amount
which was made.
The record-union., 1894-09-12
EXCLUDE THEM.


Men who feel that it is their mission to
teach socialism have no business in our
universities, and the public will see to it
that they be excluded.
The record-union., 1894-09-12
PACIRIC HOTEL
WOODS HOTEL,
Front Street between K and L

DLEASANT, CLEAN ROOMS, 25 CENTS
1 per night, and best meals in city for 90
cents. Best of wines and liquors win be found
at the bar. II. w. WOOD, Proprietor.
The record-union., 1894-09-12
UNION HOTEL

OTNINJN F1O Ell,
WALTERS & McLENNAN, Proprietors
E. WALTERS. H. X M'LENNAN
CONDUCTED ON THE EUROPEAN PLAN.
" 1924 and 1026 Second street, SACRA-
MENTO. CAL. Fine bar connected with the
hotel. Street cars pass the door to and from
all trains. Telephone 76.
The record-union., 1894-09-12
FACE THE MUSIC.
buffalo Express.

The Chairman of the Democratic State
Committee in Georgia has requested cam
paign orators to confine themselves to
State issues. Even in Democratic Geor-
gia the party does not care to face the
voters on the record OF the National Ad-
ministration.
The record-union., 1894-09-12
EXPLAIN.
[Cincinnati Gazette l

LOIHCILHaII JtIZtIte.I
While Colonel Breckenridge snorts up
and down the Seventh Kentucky Dis
trlct chattering about virtue and vindi-
cation he ought to take the stump long
enough to explain why he doesn't vindi-
cate that S15, 600 judgment.
The record-union., 1894-09-12
CARELESS.
[Napa Register.

James III. Budd was careless enough to
say to the Democracy of Sacramento in
his speech Saturday night that he joined
the Good Templars when q boy.
The record-union., 1894-09-12

Why all this speculation and discussion
as to the best plan for answering the sup
posed signals of the inha bitants of Mars
to the inhabitants of the earth? Why not
take Sister Mary Yellin' Lease out on the
roof and let her answer away?
The record-union., 1894-09-12
"A kESObI.
Oakland Tribune.l

During the first seven months of this
year there was decrease in the business
of the United States amounting to over
Sl0,000000,0 900, as compared with the first
seven months in 1892. Such is the report
Of the bank clearing houses. A most dis
astrous result of Democratic statesman
shin.
The record-union., 1894-09-12

In England free dispensaries distribute
8, 100000 worth of medicine a year.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1894-09-07
WORLD OF SPORTS.

President Young of the league has noti- fled President Powers of the Eastern league that the playing of the Allentown players claimed by the Pennsylvania state league is illegal.
 The Boston team started on it's western trip last evening. taking everybody along except Ryan. It was a question with Manager Selee whether he should leave Ryan or Penney at home, but the decision was finally in favor of the latter, the ground being that. while Tenney is not SO good thrower as Ryan, his batting will more than make up the difference.
 Umpire Keefe did not give much satis- faction in Baltimore. as he would persist iD giving the visiting club some kind of a show. and the local papers are calling on him to even up little.
 It may safely be said that no eastern club will go on it's western trip very many games ahead.
 Joyce of the washingtons made a record all by himself on Wednesday-fve errors at third base.
 Billy Shindle has again been released by the Brooklyn tlab. and will probably be signed by Louisville.
 The league race lasts only five weeks longer. There is room for a great many changes in that time.
 Fall River is thinking loudly of joining the Eastern league next season, and would doubtless be received with open arms.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1894-09-07
WHO WILL PAY?

Mayor KIdur Wal Not Sign Orders In
 Payment For Work Unless It Is
 Ordered By the Common Council.
 At the meeting of the finance committee last night Mayor Kilduff refused to sign bills amounting to about S2O0 for repairs on the City hall building. The mayor does not claim that the repairs are not needed, he did not propose to discuss that subject. The reason why he found fault with the bills and refused to sign them was bee use he knew that Agent Sweiger had exceeded his authority in commencing the work without being ordered to do so by the conrt of common council It is the abuse Of this business of men taking it upon themselves to contract bills without any authority whatever, and then asking the city to pay them. The mayor is re- solved to put A stop to this slip-shod way of doing business. cost what it may. The board referred the bills back to the com mittee on public lands and buildings, with the request that the committee report back whether the work had been done by order of the court of common couLcil. City Treasurer P. F. Bannon's report for the month of September showed receipts amounting to s3 sos. After the ontAly bills shall have been paid there will be over SIG. .O00 to run the city to the end of the year. It is very evident that when January l, 1895 comes round Mayor Kill duff will be able to boast ot carr ying out his plau of forcing every department to keep within its appropriation.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1894-09-07
Alcohol in the Arts.

Commissioner Miller of the internal revenue bureau. treasury department. gave a hearing this week to a large number of manufacturers of proprietary medicines as to the nature of the instructions to be drawn regulating. under the new tariff law. the doubtful paragraph as to the free transportation of alcohol for use in the arts and medicinal preparations. Manu- lecturers and proprietors were present from several cities and all shades and varieties of opinion were advanced. according as the business interests of those appearing were affected. The hearing brought out much technical information as to the use of alcohol in medicinal compounds. No decision was announced, but the instruc- tions to carry the alcoholic paragraph into effect are expected to be ready for publica- tion in day or two.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1894-09-07
LETTERS FROM THEPEoPLE
The Fourth Ward Democratic Club Ex-
 plains Its Position. .- eSs-e r-ls31r ofs sha na.so~ua

The Fourth Ward Democratic Club Ex-
 plains Its Position. .- eSs1e Editor of the DEMOCRAT:
 Dear Sir-At a meeting of the regular Fourth Ward Democratic club. held at the room on River street on Friday, August 31, the following resolution was unani- mously adopted:
 s.voted, that we, the members of the regular Fourth Ward Democratic club do hereby extend a cordial invitation to all citizens and taxpayers of this ward to at- tend our next meeting on September 7th.
 And it is further voted that the secre- tary of the club insert copy of this reso- lution and also the aims and objects of our club in the EVENING DEMOCRAT"
 In accordance thereof I therefore present the following to all honest voters with democratic sympathies in their hearts.
 The object and purpose of our club IS to promote the general welfare of the demo- cratic party, to cherish and foster its teachings, so as to better our moral, social and political condition; to uphold the sanctity of the ballot; to uphold the cause of justice and right; to support for public office, men only who are upright, honest and true democrats and who will give one dollars worth of return for each and every ollar of taxes expended-to encourage all persons to become good citizens and voters; to advance good government in the inter est of the capitalist and laborer and at all times to be. by our voices and votes loyal to the democratic party, the party of the people, for the people and by the people. We hope all voters will attend this even- ing, as it is now our desire to thoroughly satisfy all voters in the ward in the com position of our ticket. A part of the busi- ness to be transacted will be a report of the executive committee sent out by the club for the purpose of taking an active part in assisting us in making out ticket which will be satisfactory to all parties concerned.
 That the club is making rapid progrrss is shown by the selection of John H. Con- don for alderman. We are confident that the same onward march which character ized us in the election of Alderman Hal pin on a former occasion will again be visible at the coming election. Mir Con- don has n large circle of admirers, and talk ing into consideration the pains taken by the executive committee in selecting good, clean democrats for the different offices, we have no reason to be fearful of the re- suit. Respectfully Yours,
 TIMOTHY J. SHANAHAN, Secretary.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1894-09-07
SAVED BY THE FENDER.
Norwich Mans Wonderful Escape From
 Being Crushed Under the Wheels.

Norwich Mans Wonderful Escape From
 Being Crushed Under the Wheels.
 William Somers of Norwich turned from Howard street into Bank street on bicycle Wednesday afternoon and went squarely into the front of car No 20. Conductor Williams and Motorman Mason. He fell under the forward end of the car and was rolled along by the fender, which very fortunately did not catch him and crush him, and which also by the great est good luck prevented his legs from get ting under the wheels. The car was stop ped with the utmost promptness. which of course contributed much to the fortunate result. The car was we'll loaded and every one expected that the man had been ter ribly mangled. He climbed out without assistance, however, and turned out not to be entirely disabled. although the shock of the collision gave him much pain. The wheels were badly bent.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1894-09-07

Connecticut Lodge. No 8, A. O. U. M.. will initiate five new members tonight.
 The auction sale of Lynch and O'Rourke's stock, which was to take place to-day has been postponed until Monday at P. m.
 A full rehearsal of cast and chorus of the "Chimes of Normandy" will take place at the Jacques opera house at 4:30 p. m. on next Sunday. All taking part in the opera are requested to be present on this occa- sion.
 The members of the water committee, will leave in front of City hall. tomorrow afternoon at l o'clock. and will pay visit to the Branch. They will devote a good part of their time to the matter of extras as sent in by contractors.
 Constable Brzezinski on A writ issued by Attorney Kendrick. to-day closed the con- fectionery store of Charles A. Possner on South Main street. The amount of the claim was s2,000. owed to his brother Hugo. It is returnable the first Tuesday in October.
 The Lithuanian Citizens Political club. will hold a meeting at 27 West Porter street, September 10 at z 7:30... The commit tee in charge are as follows. President Charles Urban, vice vice president Joseph Janhosky, secretary John Max. treasurer John Presarage.
 The following list of advertised letters remains unclaimed in the post office: Mrs Sarah Blskesley. A. k Bech, Mrs J. Cush- mn. William Conyer. S. c. Chappell. Gym thia P. Elliott care w. D. Trash, c. N. Field, George Hurlett, Mrs Michael O'Brien, James L. Ward. Anthony White.
 Deputy Sheriff Carmody yesterday served papers on the store of J. NJ. Kel- logg. music dealer, in an attachment for S1 500. issued by Attorney Webster. for Jacob Brothers of New York. Attorney H. c. Baldwin to-day gave bonds to re- lease the attachment. The case is return able the first Tuesday in October.
 The!funeral of John fLeary took place from his late residence 26S Dublin street, to the church of the Sacred Heart at S:30 o'clock this morning. A mass of requiem was celebrated by the Rev Hugh Treanor. The pallbearers were: John Lesry, Patrick Kelly, John Fenton. John Sheehan. Tim othy Sullivan and Michael Fenton. Inter- was in Calvary cemetery.
 St Cecilia's parish will hold its third an- nual fair at the City hall. beginning Octo- Der IT. and lasting two weeks Each evenings entertainment will consist of an entirely new programme. Chances will be taken on number of rare articles. Dancing. singing and music will make up the chief attractions As St Cecilia's parish is now engaged in building a new church, it is lloped that the tair will be n grand success.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1894-09-07
some Cards Not Taxed.

The commissioner of internal revenue has decided that 'Old Maid" and "Au- thors" cards are not subject to tax. as are what are generally known as playing cards. If pack of playing cards contains more than fifty-four cards tax of four cents will be required on the pack. The commissioner has also ruled that saloon keepers and hers who sell cards to per sons playing games in their places are dealers and must pay the tax of two cents per pack on every pack in their stock. But when the cards are not sold. but are merely furnished temporarily to the players by the saloon keepers or clubs, or others in whose houses the games are played. who retain ownership in the cards. the tax will not be required to be paid upon the packs of those cards Tn their possession.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1894-09-07
The Bridgeport Normal School.

The last legislature made an appropria- tion for the establishment of new normal schools at New Haven and Bridgeport Owing to differences between the state board of education and the Bridgeport school authorities. nothing has been done in Bridgeport and it is probable that noth- ing will be until further action by the legislature. Before Bridgeport can have a normal school. the city is obliged to sign with the state board contract governing the conduct of the model schools which would have to be established in connec- ton with the normal school. There are several clauses of this contract which ap- pear to Bridgeporters to be unjust to the city.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1894-09-07
DOWN THs VALLEY NOTES
Doings of Day In saugatuck and Union
 NIty.

CItV.
 NAuGATUcK. Sept "A republican caucus was held last night at the court room, to elect a town committee for the next two years. also delegates to the state convention. The town committee named are follows: William Ward, Louis c. warner,S Howell Jennings. Patrick Duffy, c. F. Hungerford. John Lundine. Charles Burger. The delegates appointed are John NJ. Sweeney. William Ward. c. F. Hunger ford and T. Howell Jennings. with power to substitute.
 Some twenty-five to thirty ladies met at the new library yesterday and organized a Ladies Literary club. Mrs T. H. White more was elected president, Mrs B. B. Futile vice-president, Mrs A. O. Kettle treasurer and Miss Rust secretary. as we are informed. The constitution and by laws will be acted upon at a further meeting
 Peach short-cake of fine quality was disposed of at the NJ. E. church parish house last evening to benefit the church.
 The Ladies' Aid society of the Congre- gational church is preparing a box to con- tain articles for use. in care of the sick, to be shipped to Miss Ober at her station in Kentucky. A recent letter says she is much in need of same. And now, Mir and Mrs Fred A. Smith are receiving congratulations on account of boy baby. By the way. there was 152 births Tn this town during the first six months of 1894.
 A large number of tickets have been sold for the Odd Fellows far that com mences on September 2i and continues four days. There are quite q number of valuable prizes.
 The iron work of center bridge is being painted by order of selectmen. A new iron bridge is also being erected on Pros- pect street.
 The regular monthly meeting of Nauga- tuck Hose and Hook X Ladder companies took place last evening. Nicholas McGrath, saloon keeper of this place, received severe injuries Mon- day night by being thrown from a team. He IS suffering from concussion of the brain and is in precarious condition.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1894-09-07
Water Famine In IerId len.

MERIDEN. Sept 7-There is danger of a water famine here unless rain in large quantities falls soon. The water is being drawn from the reservoir at a rate of 2 .OO0. 900 gallons per day. and the supply per day is only l, ,500. .0O0 gallons. Orders the use of water, and prohibiting it's use for washing windows, sidewalks, and sprinkling lawns with a hose have been issued. In case the long wished for Iain does not fall. Twiss pond will prob ably be used as a source of supply.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1894-09-07
The Miller & Peck GO.
Bargain Day, Friday, Sept '.

At G9c-2 pieces sl co black Henrietta in jet and blue black
 At 49c-54 inch all wool mixture. value 75c.
 At 39c-35 inch colored India Silk value soc.
 At 45c-one case Summer Blankets value 69c.
 At 4Ac-Best Turkey Red and Black Prints. fast color. value 6c.
 At 79c-Full size 6-4 Chenille Table Covers, heavy fringe. choice colorings. were 9Sc.
 At 5c-lOOO yards fine White goods in checks and stripes. value 10c.
 At 29c-Best Turkey Red Table Damask, fast color. value soc.
 At 2c-Children's colored border School Handkerchiefs. value 5c.
 At 25c-An elegant assortment of Wind sor Ties. were soc.
 At 5c-Liquid Gold Paint, value IOc. At 12Ic-Ladles' white lawn Aprons, with deep hem, value 25c.
 At 29c-Ladies' Drawers with fine ham, burg trimming and ruffies. were soc At 19c-Childrens seamless ribbed Vests value 25c. SECOND FLOOR. EsAt s9c-5O of our sl. .25 Tapestry Rugs
 At s1.l2!-25 of our s2.OO Tapestr
 At tsI.9S-2O of our s2 75 Tapestry Rug size 36x72.
 At 2Ic-lOO Opaque Shades. with spring roller.
 At 29c-5S Opaque Shades. with fringe and mounted on spring rollers. value soc.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1894-09-07
DEp,HrNrENr nF SrArE

WAsHINGToN, D. C.. September 6. 1894. Information has been received at this department from MT Owen McGarr, the secretary of legation of the United States at Santiago, Chlle, of the death, on the 25th of July. 1894. at Santiago. of PhIlo B. Buel of Waterbury. Connecticut.
 Per dispa tch No l47.
 Dated July 2S 1894
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1894-09-07
AM USEM ENTS.
wsite's Comedy Company.

Another big house greeted the popular Waite Comedy Co last evening and wit messed for the first time here the four act comedy. "The Two Kids" with the two little Elmore sisters in the principal parts These little ladies are without a doubt the cleverest children that have appeared here The supporting company was good. and the spscialties by the Elmore sisters, the Gleesons, Harry Fielding and Pauline were repeatedly encored. Tonight the comedy drama, "The Diamond Mystery" |" will be the bill with Harry Fielding < Maggie Walker in two of their favorite comedy parts that of Peter Grump" and Polly" The last matinee will be given at o'clock Saturday. Those deslrous of securing tickets before the doors open can purchase them at the reserve seat sale.
 "wang."
 It being found impossible 10 secure a genuine white elephant for use in the Siamese opera. "wang." Composer Wool son Morse. who is a pIodieal and tireless collec or of oddities from all parts of the world. has donated a pair of ivory tusks. tipped with gold, once the possession of a sacred white elephant owned by the father of the present king of Siam. They will be worn by the ingenious mechanical animal used in the opera. Wang will be pre- scented in it's best shape at the opera house next Tuesday evening.