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Waterbury evening Democrat., 1895-04-10
AM USE M EhTS.
Primrose X Vests MinstreIs,

Primrose N Vests Minstrels.
 Primrose and West gave one of the best minstrel performances seen here in some years, at the Jacques last night. The house was crowded with a well pleased audience. The first part of the overture was a representation of old time minstrelsy by the colored contingent, which was A novel feature. The second part was a combination of the whole. Master Eddy, a little colored pickaninny, sang and dis closed wonderful voice of great power being heard above the whole chorus. Primrose and West Jimmy Wall, who is a star endman John L. Howe. George Will son, all were delightful entertainers. Johnny Whalen, the wizard drum major Master Tommy Meade. in his character sketch w. H. Windom, author of "The Fatal Wedding" in his own production, and Allan May in the illustrated song "The Lost Child" were also star attractions.
 ''In Darkest Russia"
 Darkest Russia" that most attractive play of the land of the white czar, will be seen at the Jacques Thursday evening. Few attractions, treating on this theme have met with the popular approval accorded this play. The tale is told in pleasing man. ner sad strong vein of comedy runs through it. Not only is the story interest ing, but the play, from A scenic point, is one commanding attention.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1895-04-10
ROAD BOARD OUTING.

Many Points Visited and Public Inn
 prOvements Ordered.
 The members of the road board acco m danied by the mayor, city engineer and the city clerk made tour of the city yes terday. The first points visited were on South Main street In front of No 6S5 the board ordered decay ing tree removed. E. A. Smith gr reted the tourists at the Buckle shop and asked for some changes in the paving of the street opposite the fa 3tory door So as not to inter fere with the backing of the delivery wagon up to the main door. It is through this entrance all the brass used in the shop is received and Mir Smith would like to have the road even with the walk The board spent some time looking over the condi. tion of Mill street from Steele ,S Johnsons to the American mills. It is proposed to widen the street by using five feet on the east side. The property owners will be given a hearing in relation to grade and sidewalk on April 2l. Benjamin Sedgwick was ordered to remove three dead trees from in front of his property on South Main street. The Lounsbury farm, where Tracy Brothers have asked for grade of new streets, was visited. At the termi- nus of South street the board considered petition of Edward keely for layout of Granite street It was there that an army of boys threw their caps into the air and gave three cheers for Mayor Xiii duff. At the junction of South and Wash ington streets two crosswalk were ordered and a walk was also ordered at the unc ton of River and Washington streets. On River street big pit in the Buckinghani property was ordered filled in and the rail ing along the river was ordered repaired. In this street it was noticed that the steps of the houses Nos 2l7-2l9 projected over the walk and the owners were given until May 1 to remove them. Washington street people make practice of placing logs in the gutters 10 facilitate the work of pulling carts into thor yards. The street inspector was ordered to remove them by May l. The board decided to havea walk laid be- tween Nos l99-2l3 on River street The petition for a walk at Liberty and River streets was considired favorably The board also looked over the land Ct John and William Casey, at tue corner of Bald win and Liberty streets. They petitiontd for abatement of sewer assessment. At the junction of Pleasant street and Brennan placea walk was ordered laid. It was decided to cite property owners on Simon and Riverside streets in for a hearing on April 24. Property owners on Third, South Leonard, Bank and Charles streets will have a hearing on sewers on April 2l. Ed ward and adjoining streets were visited. but no action was taken on the petitions in relation to improvements on the latter place.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1895-04-10
INTO BOILING WATER.

An Italian Boy Terribly SenIded Tat
 Plume & AtwOOd's Fnctory-SeriOus
 Injury to an Eighteen Months Old
 Child. -.Vs
 Luigi Peters of Pond street, an Italian boy about fifteen years old. came near being scalded to death at Plume & At woods factory shortly after o'clock this morning by falling into tub of boiling water. receiving injuries which will keep him at home for several weeks. Peters fell into the tub on his right side. then rolled over on his back. He was pulled out and taken to the office of Dr Benedict where it was found that he was badly scalded on both arms. tke lower part of his back and his right leg, the skin pealing of in some places.
 Dr Axtelle was called to attend g very serious accident at 96 Charles street last night The eighteen months old child of Abraham Cabana fell down one flight of stairs and its left thigh bone was broken. Dr Axtelle placed the limb in a plaster cast The accident is more serious be cause of the age of the child. who will have to remain in one position for six weeks at least
 Herbert Munson, m employe of the ScoviI Manufacturing Go. had the fore finger of his left hand crushed in q power press to-day. It was amputated at the second joint by pr Tonks
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1895-04-10
Death of a,Hermit.

SAYBRooK. April 10.-David Benson. better known as Indian Dsve," died in his hut three miles from the nearest house last evening of chronic bronchitis. He was % years old, having been born at Wethersfeld, Conn, September 5. 1900. He was the best known character in Middlesex county and was known to many New York. Boston and Chicago people who spend their sum- mers in this vicinity. "Indian Dave's" father and mother were full blooded h. dians and their son had all the traits of the red man. He came to Saybrook in 1855. Some time before that Dave was ar rested with several others for murder committed in Wethersfeld. They were locked up for three months and then were discharged as there was no evil dence against them. Immediately after his discharge Dave came here and began the life of a hermit in a hut. He also changed his name to Benson, it having formerly been Sanford. He did this be- cause he felt that his arrest for murder had disgraced him forever and he wanted to change his identity as much as possible. Of late years the town of Wethersfield has supported him. but could not induce him to return to that place.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1895-04-10
DOWN THE VALLEY NOTES.
DOings of a Day i'm Naugatuek and
 Union City.

UnAOn City.
 NAUGArUCK, April lO.-The demand for system of sewerage in this borough is constantly increasing, no matter what the plan of disposal may be. In justice to our citizens the borough authorities should put forth some effort to get the matter un- der headway. Although our rate of taxa tion is high, the people feel the need of sewerage system and are willing to pay for it.
 The pastor for the NJ F.. church is to be Rev E. F. Meredith. The Rev MT Glover goes to Durham.
 The funeral of Ann Killer, aged 55, wife of Rudolph Killer, took place from their residence to-day at p. Tn.
 The Water company are putting in quite an amount of supplies in the way Of pipe, elbows, trees, etc.
 The annual social of the Naugatuck fire department will be held at the department building on Monday evening next.
 The Medical society meets tonight with Dr Bull. After supper anti-toXine will be discussed.
 Howard Searjant, who has been in the office studying with Dr Johnson. left to- day for Vermont to take charge of a drug store, having taken his decree as drug gist some time since.
 William Champion and family have their goods packed ready 10 move 10 Bantam Lake. Franklin Warren will occupy MT Champions house on Meadow street.
 The Dr Spring house. lately purchased by the St Francis corporation, is being put in repair. We hear it is rented to a MT Fowler, connected with a MillviIle facto- ".
 An adjourned meeting of the warden and burgesses will be held next Monday evening.
 The furniture arrived yesterday to fit up another room in the school building.
 The borough auditors have heen notified that the borough accounts for last year are ready for their use The registrars are also getting their lists ready for the May election.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1895-04-10
FIRST OF THE YEAR.
Fires Caused By Lightning Reported
 From Several Places i'm COnneetI-

 Fires Caused By Lightning Reported From Several Places i'm COnneetI- cut.
 The first thunder storm of the year broke over Waterbury shortly before 10 o'clock last night. No damage is reported, and judging from the news from other towns the worst of the storm passed over Water bnry.
 At Washington Depot. in Litchfield county. lightning struck the general store of Watts Brothers and set the building afire. It was three story frame structure and the flames spread with great rapidity. The flames soon spread to the railroad station a short distance away and soon both buildings were doomed. The frame building was occupied by dry goods and grocerystore on one side and d feed store on the other. The families of the propri- etors occupied the floor above. while the top floor was occupied by Washington lodge of Masons Nothing was saved from this building. The fire spread so fast that the, families barely had time to don their clothing before leaving. The loss is S9 ,000.
 tenement house in Hamburgh owned by James A. Bill and occupied by family named Sterling. was struck by lightning shortly after midnight. The building was badly torn and the roof caved in. All of the occupants escaped in safety. and the house was not set on fire by the electric flash. The building was rendered unfit for occupancy by the stroke.
 The storm broke over Black Hall about o'clock and one of the first flashes struck barn owned by George w. Wolfe. The building was set on Are and burned rapid ly, the hay and straw stored therein form ing good material for the flames to feed upon. There were ten head of cattle in the barn, and before the fire was dis covered it had gained such headway that it was impossible to save them, and all were burned. The loss Is estimated at about $6, 900.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1895-04-10
TELEGRAPHIC BRIEFS.

It is now stated that the Carson (Ncb ) mint shortage amounts to $S0,O
 The Philadelphia bricklaycrs have re- fused to work for less than 45 cents an hour.
 W. Jennings Demorest, the well known Prohibitionist died at his homo in New York city.
 The court of appeals at Albany has de- cidcd that nOtaries public arc public off cers and cannot ride on railroad passes.
 Because of debt O fight ensued at San Jacinto, Cal, Monday night, during which three men were shot. two fatally.
 Dr. J. Howard Taylor, medical inspect or of the board of health in Philadelphia, reports seven new cases of smallpox since Saturday.
 The kraeg Jorgansen rife has been test ed publicly n second time on the Fort Leavenworth target range At l. 500 yards missile passed through a human cada- yer.
 Frank L. Fairbanks, a plumber living on Nashua street, Manchester. N. H., while drunk fired three shots at his sister, Mrs. Matthew Mcdonald, one of which took effect behind her right ear
 While felling an old tree near Conner, a few miles from Athens, Ga, Henry Tan hcH Louhu III Ine hoAOW large sWoru, with leather and brass scabbard, a soldiers ticket, an old pocketbook with Confed- crate money and few other war relics.
 Frank NJ Perrine. aged 24 years. died at his home, 92 Bishop street, this after noon. The funeral will take place at 2 o'clock Friday afternoon.
 Rosette Pond, aged 56 years. died at her home on Summer street yesterday. The remains will be taken to Thomsston for burial.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1895-04-10
FIVE MINUTE RULE.
Adopted Fin the House by an Over
 WhrIminS Majority.

WhrIminS Majority.
 HARTFORD, April 10 The house was called to order at 1U:3l tp-dl" by Speaker FtAStndtn.
 \ bill wa4 introduced providing, that un one except th. ptiu who IntIoducrd thr. bill, or the committee to whom II WAS re ferred. shall speak rlore than five minutes on any measure. After half hours debate the bill was passed by an overwhelming majority.
 The resolution making liquor licenses subject to attachment was tabled.
 The judiciary committee reported favor ably on a bill providing that no child un- der sixteen years of age shall attend a dance hall unless accompanied by parent or guardian.
 The committee on interpretations re- ported favorAbly on the resolution incor- porating the Law and Order league of Connecticut.
 The committee on appropriations re- ported unfavorably on the bill making an appropriation of $25, ,00O for the purchase of land at the Soldiers home at Noroton.
 In ths senate the committee on incorpo- rations reported favorably on the resolu- ton amending the charter of the Water bury industrial school allowing it to hold property to the amount of SlO0, 900.
 The bill allowing sacred concerts held Sunday evenings was reported unfavorably and rejected
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1895-04-10
SAVED BY THE FENDER.

Utility Ofthc New Device on Trolley
 Cars shown in Bridgeport.
 BEIpuEroRr, April 19.-Yesterday for fourth time since the trolley cars of Bridge port have been equipped with the new tenders the utility of this device was illus trated. Frank Sweezy. the fireman. was exercising one of the hose horses yester- day morning, when be was thrown off It happened that he landed on the car tracks directly in front of a rapidly moving car. Death seemed ceItaiu. With great pres ence of mind, however. Sweezy leaped to- ward the car and was gracefully caught by the fender and escaped almost uninjured. Four similar cases have occurred within the short time of fender equipment
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1895-04-10
Our BOYS
 AND
 CHILDREN'S DEPT

has been the center of attract ion for the past few weeks. No wonder, with our stock of new and hobby made suits for the little tots of two and half years up to larger boys of 15 and Is. The prices have never been so low.
 Our suits for big boys from II to 19 years are head and shoulder over any stock in the city, both as regards style and price. Can't give much space telling about our large stock of Easter Neckwear, Furnish ings and hats, but we have got them and they are yours, at little prices.
 100 dozen of tecks. fin hands and imperials to pick from.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1895-04-10
CONDUCTORS RESIGN.
Little Way, of Trouble on the NcN
 In.

A Little Way, of Trouble on the New
 England Road.
 E. J. Russell, F. D. Gile and ] w. Gill kyson, conductors on the New York and New England system and members of the Order of Railroad Conductors, Division No 5U of Hartford, rendered their resig- nations to Superintendent Fenaell at Fish kill-on-the- Hudson, Sunday and requested that the resignations take effect immediate ly. Upon being asked by Superintendent Fenncll why they resigned, they replied that they had asked permission from Train master B. R Pollock to return to Hart ford to see their families, as there was sickness in each. Mir Pollock refused the request of the men and they then quit work.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1895-04-10
Fourth Glass Fostmasters.

WAsHINGTON, April lO-Thc following fourth class pustmastors wcro appoihted:
 Connccticut-Griswol T. A. Dawloy.
 New Eork-Kuckvillo, II. V. Wilson Parishville Center, Della Shaw Suydam, c. V. Harrison.
 Pennsylvania-Bel Run, Mrs. F. c. Yentzcr; East Bcrklcy, A. $. Paroin Fritztown, J. A. Hit; Jacksonwafd, H. N. Fritz; I4arimer, G. A. Smith; Hoken- dauqua, H. L. J. Ncwhard: Sloan, J. w. Haney; Summit Hill, D. J. O'Donnell.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1895-04-10
Hungarian Towns Flooded.

VIENNA. April lO.-ScrOus floods are prevailing in Hungary. SzrEedn, cap it@l o: the county of Csungrad, which is on tlc Theiss river at the influx of the Mares, is threatened with inundation. The water now almost covers the dikes protecting the town. In lN19 the town was nearly destroyed by great flood. In PecSka 340 houses arc flooded, and many of them have collapsed In Szerbboka 200 houses arc flooded, and 700 people are homeless, The towns of Barcsa and Oftsa are submerged. Hundreds of villages are threatenH with destruction
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1895-04-10
Appointments by Governor Morton.

ALBANY, April 10.-Governnr Morton named three Republicans for responsible offices in New York city-Thomas Ali son to succeed the late Randolph B. Mar tinc as judge of the court of general ses- sions Jacob M. Patterson for quarantine commissioner in place of Edward Jacobs and Thomas J. Callaghan was nominate ed for port warden in place of ex-GovernoI Flowers cruny, Thomas M. Lynch.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1895-04-10
General T. \. Harris Dead.

LOUISVILLE, April lO.-(ieneral T. A. Harris died at his home. Locust Lodge above pcwcc Valley. He had been crit ically ill for some time, and the end was expected. General Harris was a hero of two wars having commanded a regiment from Missouri in tho Mexican war; and when the civil war broke out ho was giv- on command of another regiment of the ConfcdcracY.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1895-04-10
ADAMS IN A NEW ROLE.
Makes an Attack on Fish Commissioner
 Bronson of Hartford.

Nhkts an AIIHCk OH FISH UIhHhIssIUhtF
 Bronson of Hartford.
 c, Collard Adams yesterday, before the commission on fisheries, read a statement charging the fish commission with various neglects of the law and especially attack ing Commissioner Bronson of Hartford. Mir Bronson brought out the fact that Adams, who has been active in prosecu- tions, got the fines in those cases, and further asserted that he took $l5 from a poor man whose child lay lead in the house. Adams said he paid back s when he learned the facts. The commission, he said. had been bored to death by Adams. Judge Cowen testified that he thought Adams A fair minded man.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1895-04-10
RurRlnra In ForentxiIle.

FoREsTvn.LE, April 10.-The store of E. D. Farrell was broken into by burglars early this morning and goods valued at $50 stolen. Entrance was secured through a front window. The burglars secured 6 lot of tobacco, two small riies and two watches. There is no clue.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1895-04-10
TrestIe Washed Away.

SARATOGA, April lO.- Monday nights deluge gorged most of the mountain streams One of tho largo trestlos on Mount McGregor road was washed away, and landslide occurred on tho Adiron- 6arE road
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1895-04-10
Ared Mnn Hnnged HImselL.

ROCHESTER, April 1o.-John P. Call. aged 70 years, a respected resident ot Ba- tavia, committed suicide there by hang ing
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1895-04-10
LADIES SHIRT WAYS
SEASON OF 95.

We anticipate lively shirt waist sea- son and have mlde preparations for it. We haven't been particularly lacking in nerve" in past seasons, but we are reck- less now in comparison. You know the large basement room-have been there? We have filled it with waists, and during the spring and summer months you will find line of them which for magnitude will surpass anything the city has ever seen. Large buying means close buying, aud close buying means large saving to our customers. In buying we have no use for the middle-man; We keep in imme- diate touch with the manufacturer. IL saves money for us It saves money for you
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1895-04-10
Seventeen Horses Burned.

KINGSTON. N. Y, April 1o.-Seventeen horses were burned to death in fire that destroyed Messgee's hNery stabls here
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1895-04-10
\ FEW QUOTATIONS =

Ladies' satine waists, navy and white stripes. also polka dots, only 25c each.
 Ladies black satine waists with yoke back, good quality. only soc each.
 Ladies black satine waists, very fine quality, 75c each.
 Ladies. fancy colored satine waists, also fancy crepon waists, very large aSsUrt- ment ar .0O aach.
 Ladies launderei waists, sizes g to F. large assortment of colorings at 30, 50. 65, 75 and soc.
 Our loo line Is worthy of special atten- tion on account of the choiceness of styles and largeness of assortment.
 An elegant assortment of finer goods in select patterns it l D, 1.50 and 75.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1895-04-10
Mother and Child Killed.

MYSTIC. April 1O.-The 12:4O shore Line train this afternoon struck and killed Mrs Rose Packer, aged 30. and her child, whom she was carrying in her arms.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1895-04-10
1t is ShoWinq New Styles,

Clean, Crisp and reliable, at prices lower than any house in the city, are willing to part with their goods for, that brings the people dropping to our store.
 Our large business keeps on the jump.
 Every department in our large store complete in itself.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1895-04-10
KELLY !. SAYS

It only takes one look
 at Mckinley to satisfy
 you that no honester Or kinder hearted man has ever lived. This with his ability and his firm belief that everything we eat and drink
 should be produced
 and manufactured by
 the working classes of
 the United States
 should elect him pres
 ident in 1896.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1895-04-10
DRESS GOODS.

At 39c. 10 pieces 54 inch all wool tIvot cloth in a handsome assortment of shades, value 75. At 25c. 15 pieces 5i inch all wool cloth.
 value 50. At 39c, 8 inch colored India silks-just
 the thing for shirt waists At 59c. 10 pieces fancy silks. value 75. At 32c, one case wide white domet flannel
 value 4h At 4Ic. one bale yard wide unbleached
 cotton. heavy as Atlantic A. value 6c. At 12!. , pieces 9 1 unbleached sheeting,
 value l7c. 3 for 25c, large size heavy Turkish bath
 towels, value 12I At 19c, 54 inch cream damaSk table linen,
 value 25. At Pc, 100 yard spools black sewing silk. At Pc, 900 pen and pencil pads. At SC, stockinette seamless dress shields. At 5c, 900 punches covered dress steels, At Sc, 100 boxes cream laid note paper and
 envelopes. 1 pairs for 25c, mems cotton half hose. ac- tual value 10c pair. A: soc, that white shirt that we advertised
 to be as good AS any dollar shirt makes
 us feel very happy. Everybody says
 it is perfection. We haven't had to
 apologize yet and you save soc. At 1Oc, case ladies hose-dont judge
 their quality by the price or you will
 place them too low. Seamless, double
 heel and toe, value 1Sc. pairs for 25c. one case same goods, only
 seconds The imperfection hardly
 noticeable-only one case. At 59c pair, 25 pairs of Nottingham cur
 tains, from 9Sc. At 9S. 10 pairs Irish point curtainf.
 from 200.