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Connecticut western news., 1896-08-13
Twins Living at 96,

There was novel celebration at New port, Vt, recently, of the 96th anniver- sary of the birth of twin sisters, Mrs Martha Brozee. of Newport, and Mrs Mary West, who came from Sutton township. Canada, for the celebration. Both sisters are in fair health and are active.
 Several friends and relatives were present. The sisters maiden name was Powers, and the family Is noted for longevity of its mem bers. Their father lived to be 92 and the mother 9S.
 Until last winter Mrs Brozee was re- markably active, taking daily walks and cutting her own firewood. She also frequently helped at milking the COWS and in the dairy and housework. Mary Powers married Dudley West, January |, 1919. They had four sons and two daughters. All of them, except one daughter, with whom she lives, are dead. Her sister married Orumel Stet. son, and after his death married Nicho- las Brozse, who died several years ago. Sunday Morning Call.
Connecticut western news., 1896-08-13
Bnlky Horses.

Good authorities on the horse agree that a balky horse should never be whipped or abused in any manner. One writer says: If he won't go, lot him stand still and think it over. He will very often think better of it, and after a few moments It affection, and few losses of his head, go on of his own nc cord; or if this does not answer, get out of the wagon and pat him and talk to him kindly. Sometimes it is we'll to loosen strap or start buckle. I have known the mere act of unchecking and rechecking the animal to answer the purpose, and stop determination to resist. For this same reason an apple, or bunch of grass from the roadside. or handful of oats or a few kernels of corn, will often accomplish what an hours beating could never effect. ."-Ex- change.
Connecticut western news., 1896-08-13
A Miraculous Escape From Death

James Nelson, fireman on the P. R < N. B. R. R. met with serious acci- dent at Granville shortly before noon to-day.
 The east end local freight, of which he is fireman, side tracked at Grants this morning to meet train from the west
 Nelson, who had cared for sick mother all night, left his post and sought rest under freight car. He fell asleep and as the train left the siding he was dragged two car lengths before his per ilcus position was discovered.
 Engineer John McMahon reversed his engine just in time to save Nelson's life. One hand was smashed and he was otherwise injured.
 He was placed on stretcher and talk en to Hartford on the l B train this afternoon. Winsted Citizen, Aug. II.
Connecticut western news., 1896-08-13
AN OLD PILOT.
Fifty-Two Years at the W heel.


 David Person, pilot of the Hudson river steamer Saratoga. of the Citizens line of Troy, has been at his vocation for over 50 years. He was born in Cats kill September %, 1927, and is therefore in his 69th year. In 1914 be secured Q position as a sailor on the sloop Chris tina and was soon prom oted to place at the wheel. Steamboats came into general use later. and David was looked for to pilot them because he displayed such a wonderful knoNledge of the river. The first steamer he handled the wheel over was the Utica. He afterward served iu similar capacity on the Washington. the South America, the Neversink, the Thomas Powell and the Thomas Colyer, as we'll as other import apt steamers. For the past 20 years he has served the Citizens line, 12 years on the City of Troy and eight on the Sara toga, where he still remains. He is the father of 27 children, seven of whom are now living, and he also has seven grand children. His wife died less than two years ago. He has comfortable home at 159 West 10Ssh street, New York city.
Connecticut western news., 1896-08-13
Sparrow vs. Elm Beetle.

The poor maligned English sparrow has been hunted from pillar to post so much that it is comfort to hear that it's absence is being felt in Q. least one section of the country. A few years ago the sparrow was imported into Con. uecticut for the purpose of killing of the insect pests. The tribe increased so much that it was voted nuisance, and drastic measures were put in force for it's extermination. Now comes the report that tbe elm beetle, which has hitherto been kept in check by the sparrow, has increased to such an ex- tent as to threaten the destruction of the whole of the of the elm trees in tte state. This seems to be case where the sparrow was the lesser evil of the two.-New England Newspaper Union.
Connecticut western news., 1896-08-13
Seyeuty-Fiye Dollars Reward.

Last week Wednesday morning, about 6 or o'clock. while Miss Tuncey, who works at the Inn in Sharon, was on her way to her work, she was stopped on the highway near the E. J. Per Lee house. by a negro. who attempted to rob her. The next morning at about the same place Mrs Anna Husted. who was driving, was accosted by negro, who suddenly appeared and pointed a revolver at her. The negro was fright ened away by some men who were work ing near by. Search parties were form ed. but failed to find the negro.
 The selectmen of Sharon have offered a reward of S75 for such information as will lead to the apprehension and con- viction of the negro, who is believed to be Charles Johnson and is described as dark with smooth face, about 30 to 40 years old, weighs about l60. feet 9 in- ches high, wore calico shirt and blue jean overalls.
Connecticut western news., 1896-08-13
RED FIRE AND NOISE.
THEY WILL BE UNUSUALLY PLENTi-
 FuL IN THIS CAMPAIGN.

Fireworks and Flag Dealers Have Their
 Hands Full Campaign Hats wm Be
 Much Used-The Poster Called Into Serv-
 ice-Flags, of Course, of All Sorts.
 National political campaigns may be trade disturbers, especially when the is sues involved are vital, but they help out certain lines just the same. New York city more than any other reaps a big harvest through pernicious activity that is widespread, as it is the source of supply for most of the political para phernalia needed to arouse enthusiasm. A heavy dealer in fireworks told me to- day that his house is busy now filling orders for the coming campaign. The demand already is unusually large, Re- publican clubs so far being the heaviest purchasers. He says the signs point to the use of any quantity of noise produc- ing stuff and red fire, even for small demonstrations. When the parading be- gins, he and all others in his line will enjoy unusual prosperity.
 The banner makers are already busy. It takes time to make banners, and their cost is considerable, but the mak- CTS are taking more than usual pains this year, and the portraits of MT. Mo Kinley and MT. Hobart are being repro duced with care. Clubs can get very good banner for $50. They can get oth- CTS at prices which run into the hun dreds A political parade without trans parencies would lose half of its interest. The makers of these quadrangular in- centives to enthusiasm are busy. Hats, and not cheap ones, either, will be con- spicuous features this time. Napoleon hats have the call Already manufac- turers have their hands full and are shipping large and small lots every which way Uniforms will also be more elaborate, and good deal of the money will get into circulation on their ac- count.
 New fads are gradually creeping into the ranks of the campaigners here. Among the newest is the poster. These will be calculated to catch the eye and will be much in evidence. The majority of them will be slightly modified Aubrey Beardsley designs
 The campaign button has been on the market for several weeks. It IS three-quarters of an inch in diameter and is enameled. These buttons are sup plemented by badges, which are made chiefly of silk fringed with gold. The red, white and blue badge is the favor ite, with the pure white badge printed in gold the next best ill demand. The Republican clubs are having these badges made especially for them.
 Then there's the campaign flag. These come in every size and are made of paper, printed muslin and silk. They vary in price from 1 cent to $250 and even more. Old Glory, of course, pre- dominates, but the clubs will also carry flags made for them and suitably inscribed. Torches and lanterns are be- ing made in large numbers. They are meant to show every color and arc made with special reference to withstanding wind and rain. All i'll all, the spectac- ular part of the campaign promises to eclipse all that has gone before and come higher.-New York Cor. Pitts | burg Dispatch.
Connecticut western news., 1896-08-13
The Twin Lakes Cat,

A wild cat was reported to have been seen near Twin Lakes 8 couple of weeks ago by some Sheffield parties, This goes to show that the Lakes is coming up in the world as a summer resort. Coney Island has it's sea serpent and Twin Lakes, in proportion, must have its scare, which is wild cat. Properly what we term wild cats are Canada lynx, but the truth of the matter is that the "things" seen near the Lakes were hu- man instead of feline, and proved to be some of the missing links which are indigenous to the soil of southwestern Sheffield.
Connecticut western news., 1896-08-13
HAPPY TOAST TO VICTORIA.
Neatly Turned Phrase That Pleases the
 Loyal Britishers.

Neatly Turned Phrase That Pleases the
 Loyal Britishers.
 It takes a Yankee to teach the Eng lishmen the felicities of after dinner oratory. Colonel Walker, the command CT of the Boston Ancient and Honorable Artillery, at banquet, in offering toast to the British sovereign, alluded to her ''queenliness as woman and her womanliness as a queen. The phrase has wonderfully tickled the English men and brings forth enthusiastic praise from the English newspapers, many of which express astonishment that nobody over there had ever thought of such happy and graceful expression. Dr. Chauncey NJ. Depew tells with great glee story to the effect that he was in company with some Englishmen i'll Lon don when he related to the party one of his little jokes. Twenty years later, dur ing another visit to England, some of the same party were present, and one of them burst out ill a great roar of laugh ter. He had just seen the point of the jokel Queen Victoria has reigned nearly 60 years, and yet during all that time no Englishman has coined any compli- ment so clever as that of the American in his offhand after dinner talk k-Troy Times.
Connecticut western news., 1896-08-13
Special Day Excursions

On P. R & N. E railroad to Hsrtfoi from Millerton, g. co; Lakeville. sl 90; Salisbury, Sl.S5; Chapinville, sl.S0; Canaan, Sl65. Dates of Excursions: Wednesday, Aug. 19. Wednesday, Aug 26, 1896. Agents at the above stations will sell special excursion tickets on the above dates, good only for return same day, at the greatly reduced rates Extra coaches will be attached to morn. ing No. 4, and return on No. 8, arrive at Hartford II 55 8. m. Returning, leave Hartford 3 p. m Tickets good only on day of excursion.
Connecticut western news., 1896-08-13
THE IDEAL PANACEA.

James l. Francis, alderman, Chicago, says: II regard Dr Kings New Discov- cry as an ideal panacea for coughs, colds, and lung complaints, having used it in my family for the last five years, to the exclusion of physician's prescrip- tions or other preparations
 Rev John Burgns, Keokuk, Iowa writes: II have been a minister of the Methodist Episcopal Church for 50 years or more. and have never found anything SO beneficial. or that gave ne such speedy relief as Dr Kings New Discovery" Try this ideal cough rem- edy now. Trial bottles free at W. H. Camps drug store, Canaan, Ct.
Connecticut western news., 1896-08-13
DIED

YE1rrKR-At Thomaston. Aug. 2, Martha. wife of Rudolphe Yeitter, aged Ss. HALE-At Litchfield. Aug 4. Francis N. Hale, aged "A, formerly proprietor of the Mansion House and the United States Hotel. JUDD-At Amenia Union, N. r.. Aug. 1, Ed ward M. Judd, aged 75 years. MILEs-At Collinsville, July 2s, Mrs Mary L.. Miles, aged 54. MARsH-At Pleasant Valley, July s1, Cornelia, daughter of MT and Mrs J. F Marsh, aged g. BRIcKErr-At Center Hill, Barkhamsted, July 2S, Isaac Brickett, late of Holland Mass, aged n.
 BRApBURN-At Monterey. Mass, Aug 2, Mrs Lawrence Bradburn, aged s2. DRUMM-At Lime Rock. Aug. 2. Peter Drumm, aged 40. Burial at Falls Village. FRKNcH-At New Haven, at the hospital, Aug. 8. Albert French, aged about 20. YALE-At winsted. Aug. 10, Albert E. Yale, aged 64. Burial at South Canaan 18th. HorcHKIss At winsted. Aug. 9, Jerusha, widow of Allen Hotchkiss, aged 90. DEMISa-At Irondale, N. r.. Aug. 8, Mrs Har- riet Deming.
 RUTHERFoRD-At Granby, Aug. T, Robert Ru- therford. aged 100. BRAMER-At Lakeville. Aug. 10, Hamilton Bramer, aged 62. LUMBERr-At Curtisville, Mass, Aug. 10, Ed win Lumbert, a prominent farmer, aged 76. DAvIEs-At Poughkeepsie, Aug. 6, William Davies. in the ssth year of his age. He was connected with the Farmers and Manufac- turers National Bank for over half cen tury.
 LLBRD-At Hartford. Aug. '. Augusta spen- cer. wife of the Rev Charles II. Bullard aged 67.
 TURSER-At Lakeville, Aug. 6, Mrs Benson Turner, aged 60.
Connecticut western news., 1896-08-13
Sheffield Shooting Affair.

A negro boy, son of Frank Darling, was arrested in Sheffield. Mass, Tues day night, for committing rape on a 14year-old daughter of Burt Bacon, a white man living near Sheffield. After taking the boy to the place where the crine was committed he confessed, whereupon Bacon drew revolver aud shot the boy in the back, the ball lodg- ing in his lung. The boy is not expect ed to live.
Connecticut western news., 1896-08-13
Millerton Races.

Tue bicycle races at Millerton, N. r., last week Wednesday resulted as follows, the riders finishing in the order named ~ One mile novice-J. II. Millar, I. G. Psulding; time 2 IS.
 One mile hardicap-R. G. Lawrence, J. l. Decker, A. B Miller; time 2 30i
 OGe mile open-G. E. Ruppert. Dsok- CT, Miller; time IS,
 One mIle 2 50 class-Eiward Stanton (prosested), 2. E. Copkiin, Lawrence, Miller; time 2 A..
 Two mile haniicap-Decker, O. T. Earl, Miller; time 02.
 Half mile open-Ruppert, Miller, W. L. Gilbert; time l IS.
 Five mile open-Ruppert, A. l.. Lee. Decker; time IA minutes.
Connecticut western news., 1896-08-13
A VALUABLE PRESCRIPTION.

Editor Morrison of Worthin gtor. Ind. "Sun" writes: '.You have valuable prescription in Electric Bitters, and I can cheerfully recommend it for consti- patton snd sick headache, and ss gen. eral system tonic it has uo equal" Mrs Annie Stehle, 2625 Cottage Grove Ave, Chicago, was all run down. could not eat nor digest food. had backache which never left her and felt tired and weary, but six bottles of Electric Bit ters restored her health and renewed her strength. Prices 50c. and Sl. Get . bottle at W. H. Camps drug store, Canaan, Ct.
Connecticut western news., 1896-08-13
Armania,a AwfuI Flight.

A lady whose name is not given, and who has just returned to London from Armenia, asserts that the foreign con- suls and missionaries there estimate that fully 1,000,o 900 deaths have oc- cured in that country as the result of the massacres and from starvation. The present condition of Armenia, she de- clares, is worse than it was during the massacres. Thousands of the inhabit- ants are starving to death.
Connecticut western news., 1896-08-13
aAn Ocean Wait, c

The Norfolk Dramatic Club, assisted Mir and Mrs Frederick Julian. will pre- sent the great nautical drama, "An Ocean Waif," at Norfolk, August l9, and at Lakeville August 2l. Besides the Julians the cast contains Miss Mat tie Stevens, Messrs Clifford Perkins. William O'Connor, Joe Holiister and Harry Stevens
Connecticut western news., 1896-08-13
It,s Mishtier than the Sword.

A man is swindling farmers in Penn sylvania by meens of double end foun- tain pen, one end of which he uses in drawing up contracts for harvesting machinery, and the other he presents for the farmers to use in putting their signatures to the documents. The ink of the contract fades, and s promissory note is written iu over the signature New Haven Journal.
Connecticut western news., 1896-08-13
The Storm in Berkshire.

Great damage was done by thunder storms in Berkshire county Thursday night. The damage in Pittsfield was slight. The barn of Robert Parker in Stearnsville was struck and burned to the ground, but the fremen from Pitts field arrived in time to save other build ings, Charles Beebe's barn at Barkers- vile was also destroyed.
Connecticut western news., 1896-08-13
Nifnce Pie Cocktails.

One of the latest discoveries ill the line of cocktails is known as the mince pie cocktail. It is made of Jersey apple jack, yellow chartreuse bitters and a dash of the oil of lemon rind. The orig inator of the drink gave it name from the remhrk made by an old customer whom he coaxed to try one. The old gentleman sniffed it and said: "Why, it smells just like the filling of the mince pies my nanny used to make. And it tastes like 'em, too," he said a moment later-New York Sun.
Connecticut western news., 1896-08-13
After All These Years.

It is announced that the wife of a nephew of Fielding is to "expurgate" '"Tom Jones" and that the widow of Richard Burton has authorized an Eng fish Anthony Comstock to expurgate his Arabian Nights " The Pecksniffs are a long lived family.-Chicago Times Herald.
Connecticut western news., 1896-08-13
BORN.

RoBBINs-At Burrville, Aug. 6. son to MT and Mrs E. F. Robbins. RANK-At Winsted, July s1, & son to MT and Mrs George Rank. PoHLMAN-At Collinsville, Aug. 2. a daughter to MT aud Mrs Frederick F. Pohlman. CARRoLL-At Winsted, Aug. f, a son to MT and Mrs John Carroll. SMITH-At Winsted, Aug. 8, son to MT and Mrs Isaac B. Smith. aAxwELL-At Winsted. July 30, son to MT and Mrs Robert Maxwell.
Connecticut western news., 1896-08-13
LARGE STOCK OF WAGONS AND HARNESS

Having purchased the entire lot of Harness and Wagons of W. c. Cargtll. shall endeavor to make 1t an object for people to call and see me. I shall keepa full line Of Harness and Wagons and will not allow anyone 10 under sell me on the same quality of goods. I can sell you Harness from S6 up. Good open Buggies SS5. Top Carriages s55. Satisfaction guaranteed. c. A. ADAM.
 Canaan Conn.
Connecticut western news., 1896-08-13
Lees Centenarian,

Capt. Jonathan Norton, of East Lee, Mass, was 100 years old August l. A quiet observance of the event was held at his home. Capt. Norton is blind and deaf. but in good health with an excep- tionally clear mind.
Connecticut western news., 1896-08-13
The Lightnins,s Work.

Two terrific storms of thunder and lightning, rain and hail paid their res- poets to Danbury Friday afternoon and evening. Houses. horses and trees were struck in various parts of the city. Mo- body was killed. bnt several persons were stunned by the lightning.
Connecticut western news., 1896-08-13
Campaign Song Books for IS06.

We have just received from the music publishing house of The s. Brainard s Sons Go. 15l Wabash Ave Chicago. copies of the "True Blue Republican" and the Red Hot Democratic" Cam pagin Song Books for 1896. They are not cheap word editions. but contain solos, duets. mixed and male quartets, and are especially arranged for campaign clubs. They are sold at the low price of 10 cents each, or Sl 00 per dozen.
Connecticut western news., 1896-08-13
An Old Coin.

Hugh Sheridan Daily. of Riverton. found copper coin recently of the date 1767. He has been informed by the treasury officials at Washington that the coin is the first copper coin issued by the United States government, under Washlngton's administration.
Connecticut western news., 1896-08-13
The Connecticut and Loan Association -ES=l Hartford. Conn Eaaa-
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  its per cent COUPON BONDS INSTALIMENT STOCK become not an owner this fund stock This management.
 sd Classes and of its nstamen combine Life without any extra monthly charge which the death of the investor before the shares and class the full shares the which has been paid less the which occurred Bristol Conn., indicated by following from the wife of the insured: . Bristol, Conn, April soh Iso6 Mir. E. C. Linn Sec'y
 The Connecticut Building and oan
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 Dear S beg to acknowledge the oeng the full amount due Class A. taken out Association by my husband sth sos and matured by his death April I4th 1896.
 Thanking you for prompt settlement, Yours Truly
 Mrs Ira B Newcomb. GEO. l. HADSELL, Special Agent,
 At Warner House, Canaan, Conn.
Connecticut western news., 1896-08-13
SHARON.

The third annual reception of the Hotchkiss Library of Sharon will be held in the Library August l9. from 8 until 8 o'clock. All are cordially invited to be present.
Connecticut western news., 1896-08-13

Good work and low prices on Enter tainment Printing at the NEWS office. Dance Invitations, Orders, show Post. CTS, Programs, Tickets, etc. Commer. eial Printing for the business man.
Connecticut western news., 1896-08-13
Bryan in Connecticut.

William Jennings Bryan. the demo- cratic nominee for president of the United States, will speak in New Haven tomorrow night
Connecticut western news., 1896-08-13
POINTERS.

Shirt waists at half price at Nisbet's. See ad.
 There is message from Cspron in another column. Read 1t.
Connecticut western news., 1896-08-13

Pass the good word along the line. Piles can be quickly cured without an operation by simply applying De- Witt's Witch Hazel Salve. W. H. Camp, Canaan, Geo. T. Johnson, Nor FolE
Connecticut western news., 1896-08-13

England bought Sl, 500. 900 worth less flour from the United States during the first half of this year than in the corres- bonding months of 1895.
Connecticut western news., 1896-08-13
M RIED.

THoMAs-BEEMAN-At New Milford, July 30 by John F. Plumb, Bertha B. Beeman and Arctus J. Thomas, both of New Milford. NAsE-BURpIcK-At Providence, R. l., Aug 5, William l.. Nase, of Philadelphia, Pa. and Miss Dot Burdick, of Providence. PEAsE-PKRsoSs-At Winsted. Aug. 5, ty Rev MT Voorhees,, Howard W. Pease. Of Thom- aston, and Miss Elizabeth Persons, daugh- ter of Wallace Persons.
Connecticut western news., 1896-08-13
Notice.
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 NORFOLK, FUNERAL DIRECTOR CONN AND KNBALNKR
 All calls left with Russell Baldwin, of Southfield, Mass, will ha promptly forward cd, and shall have immediate attention.
Connecticut western news., 1896-08-13
Farm for Sale.

The Dr Smith farm, so-called, ten minutes drive from Canaan depot, junction of the Housatonic and F. R. X N. K. railroad 200 acres, suitably divided into plough, meadow and pasture land, we'll watered, 30 acres fine chestnut timber, never failing spring con- nected with house. Two dwelling houses q barns, horse barn and outhuildings. h. quire of -
 JOHN o. RICHMOND. Adm'r. or
 FRANK H. SMITH. Canaan Conn
Connecticut western news., 1896-08-13

GEO. I. HADSELL, Special Agent,
 At Warner House, Canaan, Conn.,
Connecticut western news., 1896-08-13
GHIcKENs WANTED. V W. c. CHkPIS,
 Sheffield, Mass.
w anted.

Cash paid for live poultry. Write to ROBERT STEWART,
 Cornwall Center, Ct.