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Waterbury evening Democrat., 1895-02-22
WORLD OF SPORTS.

John NJ. Ward goes on record as saying New York should secure Fred Pfeffer. At least So the New York World says.
 Pitcher Chamberlain would not object to being transferred to Boston.
 Amos Rusie openly states that he pre- fers Wilson to catch him to Farrell.
 If reports from St Louis are true, yon der Ahe does not want Pitcher Arthur Ola, ,kson this season.
 Gumhert. Hutchinson and Rsdford are the three prominent players rigidly op- posed to Sunday playing.
 It gives one very severe pain to see Manager Davis baslng a claim for the pen nant for the New York team on the ground that in Rusie and Moekln he has got the greatest pair of pitchers in the country, There are several league clubs that are as strong in the box as New York.
 Manager Mack of the Pittsburg club asked Manager Tebeau of the Cleveland club for an exhibition game at Savannah during the practice season. He received an answer from the Cleveland chieftain that the lattnr could not think of playing with such a cheap team.
 Pitcher Hawley has decliIed to accept the terms offered by Pitttsburg-S2.4 400
 Paul Hines wants to begin life over again. He hos made application for a trIal on the Flndlay (Ol team. semi professional organization.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1895-02-22
BURGLARS SECURE $feo0

Safe i'm the Thomaston National. Bank
 Cracked by Three Armed Men-91,-
 300 ina Coin Overlooked In Their
 Haste.
 Burglars broke into the Thomaston National Bank shortly after one o'clock this morning have not yet been captured. It is thought they will be arrested in some adjoining town, as wide spread alarm has been sent out. and the police every where in the state have been requested to be on the lookout for them. Neither President B. H. Hine. nor Cashier Frank Roberts, of the bank, could say this morn- ing how much booty the burglars secured. It Is known. however. that they carried oil some securities and cash. Several bags containing $1, 400 in silver were left be- hind. It was evident that the burglars had selected this money as part of their plunder but in their haste to escape left it behind.
 An examination of the premises of the bank, which is in a building by itself, to- day, shows that an entrance was secured by prying open & rear window. The burg lars apparently lost no time in getting to work on the safe, which is of the old fash toned style, but is considered proof against anything but dynamite. Two holes were drilled in the front door. The. burglars must have used big charges of dynamite, for the entire front of the safe was blown out. 2~.l.
 Watchman Platt, of the Seth Thomas Clock company. whose factory is directly opposite the bank, heard the explosion and gave the alarm. He called up T. D. Bradstreet, a member of the Seth Thomas company. by private wire. Mir Bradstreet notified W. T. WoodI uff. also by private wire. Messrs Bradstreet and Woodruff hastened down to the bank. where they were joined by Watchman Platt. A Ger man baker employed at Sanford's bakery also joined the party. and the men ap- preached the bank. As they did the three burglars came out. each carrying dan gerous looking revolver. The burglars or would be shot. As the watchman was the only man in the party who was rarmed, they concluded not to take the chances and obeyed the command of the burglars. | The latter ran down the Nsugatuck rail road tracks and it is thought went towards Terryville.
 Cashier Roberts stated this afternoon that the burglars secured $1 ,000 in cash and $500 in bonds.
 | At o'clock this morning three men in double team were seen driving through Ansonia. The horses were lathered and the men were suspicious looking charae. ters. Detective Cronin of Bridgeport is securing the country in the vicinity of Ansonia to-day, presumably on the look out for the burglars.
 The local police have been on the watch for the burglars. but have discovered nc clue. reward of $200 has been offered: | for the arrest of the cracksmen.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1895-02-22
In the Pink Room.

The popularity of rose color is seen in all the recent furnishings of houses as we'll as in dress. This is tint that requires the use of delicate natural woods or of enamels in ivory white, Some of the silk finish papers are espe- cially pretty in rose color for boudoirs for summer bedrooms. A rose garland trellis on ivory white ground is pretty frieze for such a room. The ceiling is then a few shades lighter, marked out in quatrefoil with pale, rose hued rib. bons, or scattered with rose petals. All the paint of the room should be ivory white. the furniture may be white eu. ameled and completed by brass bed stead.
 The prettiest carpet for such a room is a rug in dull reds, such as the Japa- nese make of cotton. The crimson car pet is too bright. It requires the dull shades of terra cotta red that approach the brown, and have nothing striking or pronounced in their colorings or tones, says an authority in such matters in tho New York Tribune. The artistic rule is that the carpet should be least conspicu- ous and darkest in tone. the wall a somewhat lighter color, the frieze still lighter and the ceiling lightest of all.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1895-02-22
HOW TO BUILD A FIRE.
As Told In The rousehold hy One whs
 Has Had Experience.

As Told In The rouSehaid hy One Who
 Has Had Experience.
 In lighting a grate fro the best foun. dation to begin upon would be few cinders which have been Sifted from the ashes. Upon these sh uii be placed a layer of paper and thtn some small bits of dry wood The whole should be cov- cred over. but not so closely as to en- tirely exclude the passage of air. with moderately sized pieces of coal If these directions are strictly followed. the fire being properly laid. when the paper is lighted from below by ucnnS ut match. there will arise n s;reaTn'ct l,sne from the paper and wood which will be com municated to both coals and cinders and 6 bright fire the result.
 Many people CIT in not building theiI fires we'll back in the grates. the conse- quence being most disagreeable flood of smoke issuing into the room, instead of going up the chimney. Another and newer method of lighting a fire is some times practiced by reversing tho order 1f things, the fire being lighted from .Sove instead of below. This is arranged by laying some coal and few cinders at the bottom, upon top of which is laid the wood. then another layer of coals and some paper over that. The paper is first lighted and soon burned down. making bright fire with a considerable economy of fuel
 The kitchen fire is somewhat more difficult to manage. as its demands are plany and varied. Sometimes only moderate degree of heat is required, while again the fire Is required to be very hot. The degree of heat depends less upon the amount of coal that is used than upon the regulation uf the various checks and drafts. which are easily managed if one iS thoroughly acquainted with the mechanism of the kitchen stoYc ur range. Every morning all cindcrs aud ashes should be removed and the fro laid in a similar manner to that of the grate. which has already been deScriled, allowing always for free circulation of air by leaving hollow spaces between the fuel. chiefly toward the center,
 All the drafts should then be opened and the fro lighted. After it has been allowed to burn for ten minutes all the Hampers should be closed, with the ex. ception of the draft in front of the fire, which should bo left open until all the coal has become ignited without being redhot Such fire should remain in excellent condition for hours.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1895-02-22
WALLER's LETTER.

The Little Giant Wants the Legfsla- tnre to Appoint . Lexow Committee.
 Professor J. J. McCook lectured at New Haven last night on "Some Pathological Aspects of Some Social Topics" He dwslt particularly upon the yenality of the tramp. and he read the following letter. which is self-explanatory:
 a. New York, Feb 20.
 Mir Dear Sir:-My attention has been called to your remarks yesterday before the judiciary committee in the capitol in regard to corrupt elections in Connecticut and also to the allusion by you and others to my statement made two years ago that there was spent in the presidential cam paign of 1892 in our state more than $100.- 900 by democrats and probably as much more by the republicans, and that two- thirds if not more ot those amounts were expended in ways that would not be ap- proved of in a corrupt practices act or approved of by the great body of either of the political parties,
 I did not make that statement without deliberation or without knowledge and if the general assembly organizes a Lexow committee. of which, think, We have need, to investigate the evil in question, will undertake to prove before that tribu- nal to the satisfaction of everybody, and out or the mouths ot state and lacal com mltteemen, too. that the sums I said were expended were altogether too small and that the portion of such sums that sad was devoted to legitimate purposes was all together too large.
 al am satisfied that you dId not over state In your Forum article the propor- tion of voters in our state who are directly or indirectly bought or corrupted at every | important election.
 And, while l am not reformer or a mugwump. but only democrat and not as good as my party, either. l am in full sympathy with you and all others who are | fighting against the inordinate and dis honest use ot money at the polls in Con- necticut. For, if this evil is not checked legislators will soon be bought and sold as voters now are, and men who want to be governors and senators. and who could not obtain such positions otherwise, will only have to furnish tine managers with money enough to acquire all the honors | they covet.
 II have always been opposed to the us' of money at elections, as a citizen, if not as moralist. and am opposed to it still.
 Your very truly, THOMAS NJ. WALLER.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1895-02-22
SUIT FOR DIVORCE.
An Action Which Recalls a Murder at
 the State Prison.

An Action Which Recalls Murder Rt
 the State Prison.
 The murder of welles ShipmaE, a watchman at the state prison. on the night of September ?. 1877. is recalled by pro- ceedipg which was begun yesterday against John H. Davis, who is serving life sen- tence for murder in the second de- gree. Henry Hamlin and William Allen were two convicts at the prison at the time of the murder and Davis was & night watchman. Shell" Hamilton was another convict, who had wife residing in New York. Encouraged by the loose manage n.ent of the prison at the time, the three convicts made up their minds to escape. Hamilton's wife sent him $500. which he gave to HAmlin for distribution, anditne latter succeeded in bfibing Davis.
 On the night of the murder. after the guard had passed the cells of Hamlin and Allen, they were released by Davis. and they succeeded in cutting a hole Tn the ceiling. but did not have time to escape when they were surprised by Shipman. who they supposed was on duty that night He was secured by the two con. victs and bound and gagged. He succeed ed in removing the gag from his mouth and began to scream. Hamlin and Allen had revelvers which had been given them by Davis. The revolvers were fired and Shipmsn was Killed.
 Hamlin was found guilty of murder in the first degree and was hanged, and Davis, for murder in the second degree, was sentenced to state prison for life. Davis is still at the state prison serving 6 life sentence. aud yesterday Deputy Sheriff James k. Graham made a personal service upon him in a suit for divorce brought by his wife. Isabella L Davis of weth- eTsield.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1895-02-22
A CLEAR CASE OF BuNco.
Game Played on a Prominent Com
 tractor by Two Willy Politicians.

Game Played on a Prominent Com
 tractor by Two Willy Politicians.
 Contractor. William McGrath is disgusted with politicians and, constables and can- not be blamed. either. Some time before the last election Mir McGrath wa- gered . hat with Sheriff Oarmody that Mayor Kilduff would not receive 500 ma- jority. Of course the sheriff took up the bet and the figures on the day of election showed that he lost. Since that time do what he could Mr McGrath has been un- able to get that hat. The foxy deputy only laughed and winked the other tye when the subject was preached. The other day Mir McGrath met Constable Brzezinski, He told the latter that Sheriff Carmody owed him hat and offered to pay him handsomely if he collected the bet. The constable SAW a chance for a good joke and took advantage of it. The contractor for got that birds ok nn feather flock together and that two limbs of the law were not going to work against each other. That would be unprofessional, you know, The two writ servers held consultation as the result of which a bundle looking like a hat box was delivered to the constable's office from Mayor Kilduff's store. Mir McGrath was notified that his hat was awaiting him He went to the office of the constable and deposited his $l 50 for the Sonstable's fee The mystic figures $S.50 were marked on the box. But Satisfaction was turned to disgust, when the box was opened. A five cent hat rested on a cushion within. Mir McGrath did not say much. but he is more determined than ever to get even. and he will do it, too.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1895-02-22
CONTEMPT OF COURT.
New Britain Judge of Probate Liahi'
 to be Disciplined.

New Britain Judge Of Probate Liable
 to be Disciplined.
 HARTFORD, Feb 22--A serious collision occurred between Judge Walsh of the court of common pleas and Attorney John Coates, judge of probate court of New Britain in the court of common pleas this morning, resulting Tn Coates being ar- ranged for contempt of court. Coates ap- peared as defendant in the case of William Towers against Abraham Kaloauy of New Britain. He asked for an adjournment on the ground that he had to make an ad- dress before the New Britian Baptist society this afternoon, Judge Walsh said that the reason was not sufficient and or dered ths case to proceed. Coates said: 'I must insist on an adjournment because do not believe that can get justice for my client while your honor is on the bench Walsh ordered Coates to sit down. He did so. but again arose. but Judge Walsh would not hear a word, and ordered him to be seated. saying: II give you warning that you will be sum- moned before this bench to answer for contempt of court. Judge Walsh and At torney Coates occupy adjoining offices in New Britain. and at the election last fall Coates defeated Walsh for judge of pro bate. They have since not been on good terms.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1895-02-22
DOWN THE VALLEY NOTES.
Doings Of a Day in NauEatuck and
 Union City.

Doings Of a Day in Naugatuck and
 Union City.
 NAUGArUcK, Feb p The sixth and last social of the Oddfellows series. will be given this evening. It will be largely attended.
 There will be a large attendance at the masquerade of Court Unity this evening The floor tickets are fifty cents: gallery seats. 25 cents. The con cert commences at s o'clock
 An insurance man was in this place this week as regards the settling of claim for $3000. on the life of the late John O'Loughlin. There bids fair to be con test over the claim.
 Professor BlackmAn of Yale will deliver his lecture on ''Some Phases of the Social Question" at the parish house next Wednesday evening. it being the fifth of the regular course. which will be closed by Russen H. Conwell of Philadelphia on March 20. with his lecture. 'The Jolly Earthquake"
 Report says that Joseph Flynn was married last summer to a widow living here. the ceremony being performed ID Bridgeport. Joseph IS non-committal on the subject.
 The Whist club was entertained last night by Miss Webster of Hoadley street.
 There is an electric bell now at the trolley station to warn passengers of the starting of Cars for Waterbury.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1895-02-22
Hartfora Collsstorship.

WAsHlNGToN. Feb 22.-Much interest is manifested Tn the Hartford eollectorship contest. Congressman Sperry has not yet named his choice. He expects to do so in a few days, meanwhile no appointment will be made. Should he name some body other than Robert J. Vance. the nominee of Hon Carlos French and Chair man Davis. the interest already mani tested will be increased. There are a number of candidates for the place, but no one besides Mir Vance and the candl- dates selected by Mr Sperry will stand any chance of nomination. unless the presi- dent, in the hope of harmony. selects some one by way of compromise. Should Congressman Sperry support Mir Vance s candidacy that gentleman would be promptly nominated. The Connecticut delegates in the house and senate believe the nomination will finally go to ex-Con- gressman Vance.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1895-02-22
AMUSEM ENTS.
ssForgiven."

There may be more delightful perform ances than Frederic Bryton's in For given. but. if so. 1t has not been our good to witness them. A more interest ing dramatic production as a whole. star. and play. it would be difficult to require. The audience is faIrly carried away from itself from the rise of the first to the fall of the last curtain. Forgiven" is play that everybody should see and will be the better of seeing it.-Sew York Sun Mir Bryton and his company will be at Jacques opera house Monday night
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1895-02-22
TIMELY TOPICS.

Special prices on mems furnishings and shoes tomorrow at Curran's.
 Castles prices for meat are lower than ever. Read them on the second page.
 First class artificial teeth male by Dr Walters. Al Bank street, at lowest prices.
 GuiIfoile Brothers. the Brooklyn grocers and meat dealers. try to please customers Give them a call.
 Low prices on everything at T. NJ. Bur ralI { Co.'S closing out sale.
 l.. R. O+rteF offers several good bar gains in red estate. You had better con salt his hsk
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1895-02-22
w f PnwApDa

ute s4 Is seconds, the fastest ever made on a bicycle. Tho feat was performed at Livermore, Cal, the rider being paced by a quadruplet. He also holds the Pacific coast record for the mile in competition, having recently ridden 1t In 3 minutes 15 seconds, cutting the record II 4-6 seconds. John s Johnson rode his celebrated straightaway mile at Buffalo last October in 1 minute S5 2-5 seconds, and K J, Leonert of Buffalo rode over the same course on Dec. i3 last In 1 minute S6 sec onds, both paced by quadruplats. The fastest milo ever made by Q running horse was mado in minute S5H H seconds by Salvador over a straightaway course In 1890.
 Neither the L. A. W. nor the Century Road club of America recognizes a record of this description, hut the records claimed by the three riders arc generally regarded as genuine. Edwards is small though stockily built man of a quiet and unas- suming disposition. Al the Chicago meet he made many friends. although unable to compete, owing to an injury 10 his right leg. He Is at present interested in an electric trolley motor now being built on the San Jose track, with the aid of which he expects to bring the mile record within hailing distance of an even miRusa
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1895-02-22
Shielded With & Rifle.

LIBERTY. N. Y, Feb. 22.-Herman l. Krumm, aged g. committed suicide at his home four miles from here. He pre- pared for death in deliberate manner. Lying at full length upon the floor, he placed Springfield rifle so that he could pull the trigger with his large toe Then placing the muZzle under his chin he sent the full charge into his neck, nearly sev- ering his head Insanity has prevailed in his family, his grandmother having cut her throat with razor
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1895-02-22
Two >chooner> Given Up as Lost,

PHILApEL!MIA. Feh 29,-Thc schooner John M, Monp, Captain Doughty, from Brun>w:ck for r. '',,,,vIphia, with crew oi eight m,n, ant thr schooner Joel F. Shrpp1r,i, Gap ain Daniels, from Philadel- phia >1a Norfolk for Boston, with crew of seven nrn, are now believed to have foundertd at o4a. with all hands.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1895-02-22
Killed For Kicking & Dog.

CHARLESTON. W. Va, Feb. 2a.-At Can melton. Albert Rudder was shot and killed by John Lively and his two sons Rudder had kicked Lively's dog few weeks ago, and Lively had declared he would kill Rudder on sight When he saw Rudder, he ordered his sons to open fire, and the three shot at once. all tho bullets taking effect. The murdererS are still at large
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1895-02-22
\ Missing Heir Found.

WILkEsBAEEs, Pl. Feb. 22,-6eorge Flcischman who by his fathers death re- gently fell heir to an estate of S65, o00, was, after all absence of six years, discovered in New York by his brother in law, Lew max Knoll, and brought to this city. He had not heard of his fathers death.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1895-02-22
Our
Ninth
 Annual
 Inventory

Will be taken in about ten days, and until then we shall sell the balance of our Over cots and Listers in Mems. Boys and Children's regardless of cost. Heavy Suits will also re- ceive the same cut to close them out. We never was in better shape to give our many customers genuine bargains in good up-to-date clothing than now.
 Our Furnishing Goods are re- ceiving the same treatment in cut price. The balance of
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1895-02-22
HEAVY LOSS OF LIFE.

DisastriOns Fire Raging In Hot
 springs To-Day.
 ST LOUIS. Feb 22 A special dispatch from Hot Springs. Ark. states that dis astrous fire has been raging in the busi- ness section since o'clock this morning The loss will reach over 6 million dollars and at least eight lives have been lost. Several of the largest hotels are doomed.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1895-02-22
Cuf His Throat.

DANpuRx, Feb 22 James Quinn, aged 50, a we'll known resident of Danbury, at tempted to end his life thIs morning by cutting his throat. He made a terrible gash from Car to ear. but did not sever the iugular vein. He will recover. Despond- ency was the cause.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1895-02-22
oo x 1O1 So Main street
AGuide for Purchaser

II you want to buy a horse you 70 toa man whnsa truth and honesty is beyond duesti..n. If you need anything in the house furnish ing line you should apply the same rule.
 WE HAVE 4 CONTRACT With ourselves to furnish you the hest goods iH our line at lowest possible prices tn ke courteous and rainsfakfng to everyone. ich and poar alike. and tn keen our stock and everything required t0 furnish the home.
 ON THIS ROCK
 We have built our ever increasing trade over which the StNyms of adva' Sitv and the waves of ompstitinn will heat in vain.
 Weare receiving new goods every day and everything new and up tO date i1 style. We shall he pleased tn receive a call firm You when you are in the market for ENssds ne- lieyi~g that We shall he able to satisfy you as 10 style and prices.
 Aca' Ranges siill lead. We receive new praises from those who are Hsirg them every day. Why don't you he among The hapry ones and buy an Acorn" We eguaranfee them to give perfect satisfaction
 Undertaking in all It's branches. best ofSer- vice at lowest pf es. Night calls answered promptly at District Telegraph offiee. East Main street.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1895-02-22
The New Whisky Trust,

CHICAGO, Fch &2.-Thc conference call ed by the receivers of the Whisky trust re- suited in the combination of all the larger distillers in the country with the trust to regulate tito output and prevent the over ,ar.a.l,,st i.,,, ne. s-. tvits
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1895-02-22
Trolley Car Runs Amuek.

BROOKLYN. Feb 22--A policeman on Grand avenue saw . trolley car running across town to-day at high rate of speed without any motorman in charge. He telephoned to the company's headquarters and the power vas shut od. The motor man was found lying between the tracka with both .legs cut ofE. He had fAllan frem ths car. He will aias