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Connecticut western news., 1896-12-24
Old Rox Stove.

Henry F. Middleton, New York an- tiquariap, has found at the home of Ja- son Aldrich, a farmer living near East Cornwall. Litchfeld county, the old box stove which was the innocent cause of Litchfeld's celebrated stove war in the Sabbath Day house on Litch6eld Green during the ministry of Rev Ly- man Beecher, about 1920. and has car ried it off to New York in triumph. He had been in search of the stove for sev- eral months. Aldrich had owned the stove for years, having bought it at an auction. When the proposition was made to put stove in the Litchfield church, for comfort in wintry weather, strong protests were made and the church was divided into two factions The "stoveites" won the day, and one morning few Sundays later, when the people came into the sacred edifice, there stood the stove, placed we'll out from the wall. The "anti-stoveites" glanced at it disdainfully; several com plained of the heat as oppressive, and one, Mrs Peck, tainted, and when recov- cred was carried out of the church mop ping her face with her handkerchief.
 The s.stoveites" could restrain their merriment no longer, for there was not . particle of fire in the stove. the day being quite warm for the season. After that, the .anti -stoveites" made no more opposition. but the trick of which they were the victims caused bitterness in the church long afterward. d.-Shore Line Times.
Connecticut western news., 1896-12-24
KENT.

There is an unusual stir in and about our village. Every body is on the move getting ready for the Christmas fsstivi- ties.
 Fred Barclay, from Haverford, Pa i; Miss Olive Barclay. from Northfeld, Mass Miss Helen Barclay. from New Haven; Misses Flora and Grace Inger- soll. from Bridgeport; Earl E ,ton, from Eastman pton, Mass. are at home for the holidays.
 The district school has closed for two weeks, Prof. Cliff having gone to his home near Boston.
 The ladies of St Andrews Guild gave their snnnai Christmas entertainment at Gibbs Hall Friday evening. IS A good old New England supper was served during the evening from tables lighted by candles and covered with variety of old fashioned crockerv. silver and glass ware. The table of fancy articles. though the stock was small. was we'll patronized At s o'clock a stage per formance was given by few of the young people, consisting of two short comedies John Kinney's three children at North Kent have scarlet fever. Every precaution has been taken that the di' sease may not spread.
 Mrs Emily Fuller and her daughter, Mrs D. M Selleg. and son have moved into the Fuller house, their former home, in Macedonia.
 There was an unusually large congre. gation at the Cong1 church last Sunday morning Decorations of evergreen ex- tended from the four corners to the cen- ter of the church and wreathes adorned the walls. pulpit and organ. The choir rendered several fine selections Mrs G A Vincent presided at the organ also sang solo. Rev H. Mudie preached an excellent Christmas sermon, the sub- ject being "Good News" The Sunday school festival takes place on Wednes- day evening. St. Andrews church has been taste fully decorated. The rector, Rev H McDougall. who has been absent sever al weeks. is expected to conduct tfe service on Christmas day, and there will be tree for the Sunday school on Fri day evening.
 The death of Mrs Chas. Lee occurred at the home of her sister. Mrs R. Has kins, iu Danbury, on the morning oi Saturday. Dec. 19 Mrs Lee has been sufferer for many months with bron- chial consumption. Last spring she spent some time in New York, but re- ceiving no benefit, returned to her home here, and few months since went to Danbury, where, surrounded bv loving friends her sweet i. life gradually but surely faded away. Her only regret was the sorrow of leaving her husband and little children. It can we'll be said of her that none knew her but to love her. Quiet and unassuming. yet poss- essing excellent qualities of character. a brightness and attractiveness of man. ner. disposition of making the best of life, she won the love and esteem of many friends. The remains were brought to this place Monday and funeral service largely attended at the Oong'l church, of which che was mem. Der Rev B. NJ Wright, of Orange, assisted by Rev Fl Mudie. conduct the service. The brethren and sisters of Wiona Chapter. No 39 E E,stern Star, of which she was 8 member, attended in body. four of their number acting as pail bearers Many floral tributes | covered the casket.
Connecticut western news., 1896-12-24
Connecticut Railroads.

The 44th annual report of the railroad commissioners was submitted to Gov. Coffin on Saturday. Only two passen- gers have been killed during the year and in both cases through their own negligence. Twelve passengers were injured, ten by their own fault. Elm ployers injured, 254. t per cent less than last year. Coupling cars, 73. h. jured at grade crossings, 27, -four less than last year) of whom II died. Num- ber of grade crossings l.030. decrease 75 Protected by gates or bells, ITO. Miles of road operated, 9 slo; gross earning, $86 TAG, ,53l 21, $l.54O. APO in excess of last year. Number of employers, in cluding officers, 27 ASA.
Connecticut western news., 1896-12-24
THERE IS NOTHING so GOOD.

There is nothing just as good as Dr Kings New Discovery for Consump- tion, Coughs and Colds. so demand it and do not premit the dealer to sell you some substitute He will not claim there is anything better, but in order to make more profit he may claim some- thing else to be just as good. You want Dr Kings New Discovery because you know it to be safe and reliable. and guaranteed to do good or money re- funded. For Coughs. Colds, Consump- tiop and for all affections of Throat, Chest and Lungs. there is nothing so good az is Dr Kings New Discovery. Trial bottle free at w H. Camps drug store. Regular sizs 50 cents and 41 v0.
Connecticut western news., 1896-12-24
" EST GOSH EN.

There is plenty of snow. but no sleighing.
 It was surprising how busy people were last week
 Miss Minnie Adams returned Satur- day from an extended visit in New York and elsewhere.
 Eugene Richards is home from Mount Hermon for the Holidays
 John M. Lucas and wife spent part of last week in Bridgeport.
 Grace and Howard Hammond expect to spend Christmas in New York with their aunt, Mrs Underwood.
 Mrs Anu Eliza Beach has sold her farm to the man who has been in her employ the last year.
 The members of the Sunday school were pleasantly entertained at the par sonage Wednesday evening.
 Miss Amy Cook spends Christmss at East Cornwall.
 Miss May Carpenter has gone to her home in Torrington for the Holidays.
 Severe colds are q1ite prevalent now.
Connecticut western news., 1896-12-24
CANAAN VALLEY.

A Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year
 Miss Hattie Brewers school in Wsds- worth dist. closed Friday. Dec 18th with Christmas exercises and a tree in the evening. The teacher and pupils gave pheasant entertainment with reef tatious and music, which was thorough ly enjoyed by those present.
 Mrs Wp. Peck, who had been sick for some weeks, died Saturday night.
 John Sardam has been having a tussle with the measles and has come of victorious Miss Minnie Sardam now has the measles
 Mrs Merrick Mapsir was taken qnite suddenly ill Saturday night, but is some better at present writing.
 The last few days of snow and colder weather make it seem like winter.
Connecticut western news., 1896-12-24
DID YOU EVER

Try Electric Bitters as a remedy for your troublesp If D t, get bottle now and get relief. This medicine has been found to be peculiarly adapted to the relief and cure of all Female Con- plants. exerting 8 wonderful direct in- huepce in giving strength and tone to the organs. If you have loss of appe- lite, Constipation. Headache, Painting Spells, or are Nervous, Sleepless. Ex- citable, Melancholy or troubled with Dizzy Spells. Electric Bitters is the medicine you need. Health and strength are guaranteed by It's use. 5Oc. and e1O0. at W. H. Camps Drug Store, Canaan, Ct.
Connecticut western news., 1896-12-24
Le0GL W0fices.
DIsTRIoT of Salisbury. ss: Probate Court

nISTRICT of Salisbury. ss: Probate Court lI December 2l, \. D 1896.
 Estate of Adelia c. Merwin late of Salis- bury in said District, deceased.
 Upon The application Of Albertus N. Clark of Orange. Conn. praying that un instrument in writing purporting 10 be the last will and testament of said d-cess-d may bs proved, approved allowed and admitted to probate as per application on file more fully appears. it is
 Ordered, that said application be heard and determined at the Probate bffice in Salisbury in said district. on the 2nd tay of January, A. B, 1s97 at two o'clock in the afternoon, and that notice be given Of the pend-ncy of said application and the time and place of hearing thereon, by publishing the same once in some newspaper having n cir culation in said district and by posting a copy thereof on Iho public sign-post in the town of Salisbury, in said Dis rict near s. where the deceased last dSelt, and by send ing by mail postage paid marked copy of the newspaper conttini, g said notice to each of the following persons, viz: Sars,h N. Clark, Henry N. Platt, Abram 0. Platt. Leonora Clark David L.. Elhert N. Clark, AddI. x. Nettleron. Harriet Smith. Herbert A. Smith. of Milford Conn George F. platt. Cham bersburgh. Penn Jonas 0. Platt, Ansonia, conn. and Mary E. Clark, 195, W Broolin St., Boston. Mass, al least five days before the date of said herring.
 Attest, DONALD T. WARNER, Judge.
Connecticut western news., 1896-12-24

The members of the extension course in reading are to meet on Monday even- ing Dec 28 at Stevens Hall to organize and review work.
 Annual election of officers of the Grange took place on Tuesday evening with the following result: Master. N s. Stevens; overseer. George K. Good win; lecturer. Miss Minnie Briggs; steward. Henry K. Prescott; asst stew ard. Jarvis o Stevens; chaplain. Mrs E.. s Roberts; treasurer. Wallace Canfielh; {; secretary. Garrett E De Hart, gate keep CT. M. Cleaveland; Ceres, Miss Edith Lawrence; Pomona, Miss Carrie Brin- ton; Flora. Miss Viola Funk; lady asst. steward. Miss Mary E Stevens; execu tive committee. Henry c. Stevens. X.
Connecticut western news., 1896-12-24
Silver to be Protected.

It is reported that the new tariff law will impose . duty on imported silver equal to tho discount in the market price of the bullio at the time. That is to say if the builio price is 65 cents an ounce the duty will be 35 cents. This country imports from 15 to 20 mil lions ounces of silver year from Mexi co and other Southern countries. The proposed duty will raise the price of American silver from 10 to 20 points.
Connecticut western news., 1896-12-24

When . business house makes such . statement as James Gentles X Go. makes to-day in tn g paper. it is safe to give the firm a chance to prove the statement. Now that is just what James Gentles & Go. want you to do. viz, give them . chance to prove their statomonk
Connecticut western news., 1896-12-24

A tired stomach is very much like a sprained ankle. If you suffer from any of the symptoms of dyspepsia, your stomach Is tired. It needs & crutch. We must relieve it of all work for a time, or until it is restored to it's natur- al stren gth. To do this successfully, we must use food which is already d. gested outside of the body. and which will aid the digestion of ether foods that may be taken with it. Such a product is the Shaker Digestive Cor dial
 The Shakers have utilized the diges- tive principles present in plsnts for the manufacture of this article. and it's suo- cess has been truly phenomenal. Ton can try it for the nominal sum of 10 cents, ss sample bottles are sold by all druggists at this price.
Connecticut western news., 1896-12-24
HIM E ROCK.

The reception of the dancing class passed off very pleasantly last Friday evening. about thirty i've couples being present. The weather was somewhat threatening or larger number wonId have attended Baldwin's orchestrs played finely and the affair was very much of a success, the ladies providing nice refreshments.
Connecticut western news., 1896-12-24

They are so little you hardly know you are taking them. They cause no gripping. yet they act quickly and most thoroughly. Such are the famous little pills known as DeWitt's Little Early Risers. Small in sizs, great in results W H. Camp, Canaan; Geo. T. Johnson, Norfolk.
Connecticut western news., 1896-12-24
BUCKLEN'S ARNICA sALvE.

The best salve in the world for cuts, bruises, sores, ulcers, salt rheum, fever sores, letter, chapped hands, chilblains, cerns, and all skin eruptions, and posi- lively cures piles, or no pay required. It is guaranteed to give perfect satis- faction or money refunded. Price 25 cents per box For sale by W. H. 0amp
Connecticut western news., 1896-12-24

Many political speakers. clergymen singers and others who use the voice excessively. rely upon One Minute Cough Cue to prevent huskiness and laryngitis. Its value as preventive is only equaled by its power to aff ,rd in- stantaneous relief W. H. Camp, Ca- naan; Geo. T. Johnson. Norfolk.
Connecticut western news., 1896-12-24
The New Year. [Shore Line Times.l

Time to start another page;
 Cares are disappearing; New ones must onr mind engage, Ninety-seven's nearing Maybe, then, we'll get @ chance To wade knee-deep in clover, And not be worried OCT ftnance.
 When the new leaf gets turned over Times have been exceeding strange; Let the fact be needed; Every one agrees that ci ange
 Is the thing hat's needed. May the Venezuelan line And the Spanish rover Vanish In perspective fine,
 When the new leaf gets turned over.
Connecticut western news., 1896-12-24
THURSDAY. DECEMBER 24. 1896

The NRws wishes each and ali of its readers Merry Christmas and Happy New Year. and hopes that both old aud young will enjoy the holiday supple ment which accompanies this issue.
Connecticut western news., 1896-12-24

Tetter. eczema and all similar skin troubles are cured by the use of De Witt's Witch Hazel Salve. It soothes at once, and restores the tissues to their natural condition, and never fails to cure piles. ". H. Camp. Canaan; Geo. T. Johnson. Norfolk.
Connecticut western news., 1896-12-24

Chronic constipation is a painful. dis agreeable and life-sh"rtening difficulty. It derangee the system, causes sick headache. bad breath. and poisons the blood. It can be readily overcome by D-Witt's Little Early Risers These little pills are great regulators W H. Camp, Canaan; Geo. T. Johnson, Nor folk.
Connecticut western news., 1896-12-24

naws Respecting Newspapcr~, Printed for the benefit of those who think snat ordering paper stopped absolves them from Vaying up arrearages:-
 ,sIf subscribers refuse or neglect to take their eaper from the poet-ofnce to which they are di- rooted they are held responsible until they have settled their bills and ordered their paperr discon Nnued.
 ssSubscribArs who do not give express notice to yAe contrary are considered as wishing tocontinue heir subscriptions.
 elf subecribersorder CT the cdiecontinuance oftheir sAper the pubishere may continue to send them Nu2il all arr0are are maid
Connecticut western news., 1896-12-24

DeWitt's Witch Hazel Salve is an an tiseptic, soothing and healing applica tion for burns. scalds, cuts, bruises, etc {, and cures piles like magic, It instantly stops pain. W. H. Camp, Canaan !; Geo. T. Johnson, Norfolk.
Connecticut western news., 1896-12-24
s-b.or,ps,o. Aee.uns.

,s 1hs date on the colored slip of paper with sAe name of the subscriber shows the time to which tho subscription Is paid: thus, R. B. Smith bjul97 indicates that MT Smith has paid tor his paper to July 5, 1897. It Is hoped that subscribers will see to 1t that their account, As indicated by the date on their papers, is always correct, and when they pay for a re- newN of their subscription will observe whether their date Is changed to indicate the proper credit, and in the event of an error to Inform us for correction at once. No claims tor errors in these accounts will hereafter be sonsidered unless presented within thirty days after the payment Is claimed to have been made, as the receipt of the paper with khe date to which the subscription Is paid Vlainly printed thereon Is prfma facie evt.
 sAnce of its acceptance as correct.
Connecticut western news., 1896-12-24

LaxOl is the best medicine for child. ren Doctors recommend it in place of Castor Oil,
Connecticut western news., 1896-12-24
Merit

Made and Merit Maintains the confidence of the people in Hoods sarsaparilla. fla medicine cures you when sick; if 1t makes wonderful cures everywhere, then beyond all question that medicinepossesses merit.
Connecticut western news., 1896-12-24

nISTRIGT of Salisbury ss-: Probate Court lI December 22, A. D 1896.
 Estate of UhaIle- S. Kelsey, late of Salis- bury, in said district. d-ceased.
 The admisistrator represented the estate insolvent. therefore
 Ordered, That Commissioners to receive and examine rhe claims of the creditors of said estate be appointed at the Probate 0fice In Salisbury. on the 2i day of Jam uray. A. p 1897 at o'clock in the after noon ; and this Court directs said adminls- trator to give public notice thereof. bv post ing a copy Of this or,ier on the public sign post is said Salisbury. nearest to the place where the drceas-d last dwelt and by adver- tising In some newspaper having circula- ton in Said Probate District, tn all persons interested 70 appear, at said time and place and be heard relative 10 said appointment. at least live days before tha date of said hearing and return make to this Court of the notice given.
 Attest: DAVID O. WHrrrLEsEY. Acting Judge.
Connecticut western news., 1896-12-24

lISTRIGT of Salisbury ss. Probate Court, Deceml CT 5th 1896
 Estate of Frederick Miles late of Salisbury in said District, decaased.
 The Court of Probate for the district of Salisbury, hath limited and allowed six months from date hereof, for the creditors of said Estate to exhibit their claims for settlement. Those who neglect to present their accounts, pro- perIy arrested. within said time. will be de- barred a recovery. All persons indebted 10 said Estate are requested to make imme- diate payment to
 WILLIAM MILEs l ,.
 FREDEnIcK P MILES Executors Post Office. LakeviIle Conn
Connecticut western news., 1896-12-24

A large number of ladies gathered at "Olin Terrace," Tuesday afternoon, Dec 15. to meet Mrs O. B. Forbes, state president of the Woman's Christian Temperance Union. A Union was organized with p charter mem, oers. The following officers were elected: Pres, Mrs F. M Olin; 1st. vice-pres.. Mrs U. H Miner, of the Oong1. Church; vice-pres. Miss Hattie Belden, South Canaan Church; vice. pres. Mrs E L. Jenks. Falls Village NJ B. Church; vice-pres. Mrs M A. Brszie, Lime R ,ck M E Church; re- o"rdip1 sec.. Miss Carrie Hall; treas
 Mrs F Eglestop; corresponding sec, Mrs M Shook. Tea was served from five to seven o'clock. A Temperance tea kettle with white ribbons streaming from the handle was exhibited A story was told how it came from Wnr- cester UnIon to Connecticut. Mrs Forbes gave very enthnastic Temper ance address to good sized audience at the M. B. church in the evening.
Connecticut western news., 1896-12-24
M Jade

That is just the truth about Hoods Sar-
 saparilla. We know 1t possesses merit
 because 1t cures, not once or twice or hundred times, but in thousands and thousands of cases. We know it cures, absolutely, permanently, when all others fail to do any good whatever. We repeat
Connecticut western news., 1896-12-24
FALLS VILLAGE.

Walter Chapin went to Ca,olina, R l., last Tuesday and also Friday after trout fry to place in the Sheffiald hatch cry. the supply there not being deemed sufficient to supply the demand. Geo H Brown had a turkey sssale' at his restaurant last Friday night. Mrs James Williams moved her chattles and family to Winsted Monday. Howard Clark was taken with fever
 ish symptoms last Thursday but the physician succeeded in breaking it up. Peter Shaw has built @ new hennery 12x86 feet with shed ill center and in closed on each end. He will erect an other one 12x26 feet in size. The meetings at the Conel church
 Monday. Wednesday and Friday nights
 were largely attended, many coming from South Canaan. The interest has
 not abated and they will be kept up through January in both this and the Sonth Canaan Congn. churches. Mrs Marcus Finkle and child from Great Harrington, came to Myron H
 Finkle's. Friday for few days visit. A Christmas tree will be in order ai the NJ. g. church Thursday night. and at the Cong'l church the same night with cust mary services.
 Miss Louise Brinton's fever changed
 Monday and to-day (Tuesday) she is slightly better having passed the critical stage of the disease.
 Wm. Joseph Garfield. we'll known
 former resident of this town, died at Evanston, Ill.,, Saturday, aged 66 years. His illness extended over a
 period of only two weeks, and last Sat
 urdsy morning he was so much i'm
 proved that he arose from his bed and
 came down stairs but was immediately
 taken worse and died almost immediate ly The funeral was held the succeed.
 ing day, and that evening his son in law, Marvin A. Dean, started east with
 the body which was inferred in the Garfield lot in Grassy Hill ceme- tery Tuesday Morning, Rev
 Mir Bohlman officiating. Deceased left this town for the west IS years ago, and was engaged in the mercantile business.
 Word has been received here by
 Joseph Wickwire of the death of his
 brother. David c. Wickwire, at Chip.
 pewa Falls. Wis, Dec. 12. Deceased served in the Civil war. and was a mem.
 Der of Go L 11th Regiment Conn. Vols Funeral services were conducted by James Corwefort Post, 6. A. R. oi Chippewa Falls. He was 8 former
 resident of Falls Village and previously resided in North Canaan.
Connecticut western news., 1896-12-24

E. P. HUNT & co. E. p. HUNT & CO.
 GREAT HARRINGTON MASS.
Chicago eagle. [volume] (Chicago, Ill.) 1889-19??, 1896-10-17
Norway Spruce.

The Norway spruce has been dis
Seminated throughout the world. II
has been q matter Of interest to en-
deavor to Ind tine specimens of this
tree In Its native habitat, but the
search has been In vain. Nowhere do
they attain the size or the beauty that
we have them In America. In regiOna
where the timber has been cut, we do
not expect much In the second growth
but there are immense tracts from
which the lumber cannot be removed t.
any market; but there the trees merely
look old without having attained grea,
size or remarkable beauty. The Nor
way maple Is very fine. but nOwhert
better than 1t Is seen in America. Quit
singularly. Its foliage Is largest and
finest In the far North. The birch Il
found everywhere, and Is the only tre'
in the more northern regions. Thu
northernmost forest in the world |,
said to be one on the LOfOten Islands
The North Cape region Is treeless. Blu
nowhere does the birch attain the siz,
we sometimes see OH our side OF thu
Atlantic.-COr. Albany CultivatOr.
Chicago eagle. [volume] (Chicago, Ill.) 1889-19??, 1896-10-17
A Texas swing.

MF. II. b. Zimmerman. Of Warren,
las what ID probably tho highest swing
In Texas. The frame 10 made OF pine
logs sevcnty-cight feet long. which arV
set In the ground eight feet, making the
swing seventy feet high. The cross
piece Ia six by six inches, heart, and "
fastened to the top OF the upright pieces
In such way a. to be as strong a. Il
the frame was all Of one piece. On the
north side of the swing IL a pole forty
two. feet high, ut the top Of which 10 a
pulley. Tho person who wishes to
swing IL strapped In. II he or she dc.
slrcs, aud then takes hold Of one end
Of the rope. the other end Of which 4
run through the pulley and fastened
to team Of horses. The horses are
started or aud the swinger II pulled
to the top of the pole. When the top !,
reached he drops tho rope aud Il OF
once launched into space, sometimes 60
Ing as high as 100 feet on the opposite
side from the pole. Ono turn at the
swing u generally enough to satisfy
one for that evening. Since the erec'
ton Of the swing Mr.. Zlmmerman'l
house has become resort every oven
Ing for the young people Of Warren
and parties frequently come from Hy'
att and other nelghboring towns to en-
Joy an evening In 1.-The swing."-Dallaa
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