The Press., 1894-04-05
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 You will find Children's Bonnets and Caps in pretty and stylish shapes, at MISS Rnesalrs 2w Large stock Hamburgs and Laces at A. w. Walkers.
 "A new and stylish assortment of Trimmed Hats also Untrimmed Hats and 1aII,s 2w Indigo Blue Print Wrappers for $1 each at A. w. Walkers.
 Local Note Paper at The Press office 10e. quire, quires for 25c.
 Miss K. F. Horrigan is offering a nice line of Trimmed Hats and Bonnets for the inspection of patrons.
 Ferris Corset Waists at E. l.. Burr's. Il have reopened my store, and am now ready to serve my customers With new Spring Millinery MRS. T. c. LATHRoP. A fine line of Wall Papers to be found at Conyarsa,s o5 Main-st. 3w* -Prang's Scripture Text Cards for sale at The Press office.
 Ladies' and Children's Spring Gar ments at E. l.. Burr's.
 Ladies Corsets and Children's Corset Waists at E. l.. Burr's.
 Coin Wrappers for sale at The Press office.
 -Children's Carriages, prices $4.5O up, ot Convorse,s o5 Main-st. 3w* Call at A. w. Walkers and see the largest assortment of Lace Curtains that was ever shown in town.
 This month only, One dozen of our best Enameled Cabinet Photos Tor only $2. Just think of a lie size Crayon for only $3. Remember we guarantee satls- faction At Woods studio.
 Horse Blankets from 95c. upwards at W. R. Rudge's.
 Found at last-a good Kid Glove for ladies in all sizes, from to T, to retail for 75 cts. pair, at A. w. Walkers.
 -RemnantS in Dress Goods at LOW prices at E. l.. Burr's.
 Trunks and Travelling Bags at cost at Rudge's.
 STAFFORD.
 The death of Mrs. Maria Potter Cor bin, widow of Benjamin Corbin, occurred - at the residence of her son, the late w M. Corbin, on Willard-st., Hartford, last Thursday At the burial of her son the deceased was unable to attend the obse- uuies, being very low and not expecting to survive longer than few hours at most Two sons, Charles M.. Corbin of Philadelphia, and John w. Corbin of New York, survive her. She was 90 years of age.
 At the annual meeting of the Congre- gational society last Friday evening James Mclaughlin was chosen to serve on the parish committee with w. H. Cooley and F. H. Baker, the hold-over members. Chas. Butterfield was chosen clerk, F. G. Sanford treasurer. and w. H. Heald, col lector. W. II. Heald, Howard Cooley Gilbert S. Baker and Albert Walker were appointed ushers. A unanimous vote was passed expressive of a wish for the continuance of the pastoral work of Rev. A. J. Mcleod.
 Mir F. J. Donnelly is about to give uphis position in Fitzpatrick IS news room The registering of the Chinamen, so long delayed in it's beginning by the re- luctance of the queue wearers is now rush. ing fast, the time being limited for the work. Deputy Squier of this village is heinz confined very closely at his desk in Hartford in the periods of time not oceu- pied by his official tours throughout his district.
 A large congregation, representative of the different churches, gathered last Sunday evening toshear the farewell ser mon of Rev. Dr. Harris at the M. E. church. The discourse was most kindly in tone, and added to the deep regret al- ready felt over the coming departure of the reverend. Dr. Harris has gone to conference, and in him the town loses an eloquent speaker, deep thinker, and an able writer. The Press is indebted to him for many valuable contributions dur ing his ministry here.
 Mrs. J. V. Squier has gone to Hart ford to spend few weeks during very busy season in the internal revenue office, which keeps her husband closely tied to his desk, and prevents his usual nightly return to his home here.
 At the annual meeting of the ladies' aid society of the M. E. church the fol- lowing officers were elected: President, Mrs. A. c. Eaton e-president, Mrs. w. G. Ellis; secretary and treasurer, Miss Mabel Converse; collector, Miss Clara Ellis; solicitor of memberships, Miss Edith Cushman; managers, Mrs. A. N. Nichols, Mrs. B. K. Taft, Mrs. Frank Willis; parsonage committee, Mrs. Josiah Converse, Miss Minnie Thrall. The reg ular social will be postponed from April 1lth to April 18th.
 -Amenity whist club met last Tuesday evening with MT. and Mrs. E. l.. Burr on Grant-ave, Mrs. J. A. Foster and MT. A. w. Walker having the leading scores.
 Stowe & Co.'s 'Uncle Toms Cabin troupe will be an attraction at the Opera House this (Thursday) evening. This play always draws, the people never get tired of it, and the present company ad. vertises numerous realistic features in the ice escape scene, including genuine blaod hounds and a midget pony. Miss Daisy Markloe, the Topsy, claims the distinction of having an autograph letter from Mrs ing of her part.
 Ionic Lodge, F. A. M., meets next Tuesday evening.
 The Monday Evening Club met this week with MT. and Mrs. James Mclaughlin on Grant avenue. MT. and Mrs. c. A Brown of Palmer were present.
 The Central Woolen Company star their mill in full to-day, having orders fol goods, and hoping for further encourage ment to run continuously.
 
 Frank B. Newton is home on his va cation from Harvard medical school.
 Miss Celia Holt is spending a fort night at Brooklyn, N. Y.
 The supreme court of errors at New Haven this week rendered decision in the Stafford case of Mullen against Reed. Nc