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Connecticut western news., 1896-04-09
LIM E ROCK.

N. A. McNeil, of New York, was in town last week.
 Mrs Barton, of Millerton, N. r, is at Walter Wakeman's.
 The annual parish meeting was held on Monday evening at the church, re- sultipg in election of s. W. Bradley as secretary and treasurer. The remaining officers were reelected.
 Edward Bradley is at home for the Easter vacation from school at Mount Hei mon. Mass.
 The Bohemian glass blowers are at the Casino this week with q new entertain ment every evening.
 Miss Sanford. of Ore Hill. takes the place of Miss Horsn as teacher at the district school.
 One of our local weather prophets predicts q severe storm this week. Letter come.
 The Lakeville Dramatic Club will be at the Casino Friday evening, "A inst. !, in the Flowing Bowl"
Connecticut western news., 1896-04-09
Tobacco.

It is reported that the acreage of to- bacco in Connections will be about the same tbis year as in 1895. The Cuban war has greatly reduced the production of tobacco on that island and the quality of Sumstra tobacco is constantly dete, riorating. owing to the wearing ont of the tobacco land there, both of which facts are favorable to American growers. It is true, however, that our tobacco growers should devise some better meth~d of selling their crops. They are too much at the mercy of the buy ing agents.
Connecticut western news., 1896-04-09
EAaT CANAAN.

Winter in lap of spring still fingers.
 Ecclesiastical meeting of the Congre- gation society will be held Saturday, 11th.
 Our schools opened for spring session Monday. Miss Frances Bigelov oon- tinues in lower department. Miss Clara Bottum takes charge of upper depart ment in place of N $ Stevens, resigned.
 Your "inhabitant" was very sarcastic last week in his remarks about |" Happy land of Canaan" Come to East Canaan. Here we have business facilities, socisl pleasures, religious and educational ad- vantages. We do not ask for more. In fact, we have too much 10 appreciate. Then there is Hillside park. 10 which we may "R. I. P" (retire in peace).
Connecticut western news., 1896-04-09
W EST GOSH MN.

There was no service at the Methodist church Sunday, it being conference Sunday.
 Mrs Jennie Griffin, of Colebrook River. spent last week with her mother, Mrs 0 Dixon.
 E. L Ives of Manning, Ia, visited his aunts and other friends here last week.
 Saturday was as rough as any day during the winter.
 Stage driver Osborne had the misfor- turn to lose horse last week.
 There is the usual amount of moving and changes here this spring.
 Joseph Wooster and wife attended the funeral of Mrs Austin Wooster at Norfolk Thursday.
Connecticut western news., 1896-04-09
MILL RI ER

Patrick Doyle. formerly of this place. died in Pittsfield. April 3, aged 72 years, and was buried here
 Mrs Ellen Shield died April 3. aged 76 years She was beloved by large circle of friends which attended her funeral at her home here.
 Dr Cox left New Marlboro quite sud denly last week Monday saying he was going to South Dakota
 The fore part of last week was nice and warm. But Friday and Saturday night the mercury got to fooling around zero and cut short our run of sap. But then, we got enough so we could lasts of maple syrup and sugar.
Connecticut western news., 1896-04-09
NEW M ARLn nORO.

School commenced Monday with Mrs John Noonan for teacher.
 Dr Cox moved out of town qnite sud denly. We hear that he has gone out West.
 Arthur Field. xho has been danger ously sick is slowly improving. He is able to sit up an half hour at time.
 The sap run SO far in this vicinity is poor.
Connecticut western news., 1896-04-09
THE IDEAL PANACEA.

James L. Francis, alderman, Chicago, says: T 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 Burgus, Keokuk, Iowa. writes: "I have been a minister of the Methodist Episcopal Church for 50 years or more, and have never found any thing SO beneficial. or that gave me such speedy relief as Dr Kings New Discovery" Try this ideal cough rem edy now. Trial bottles free at ". H. Camps drug store, Canaan, Ct.
Connecticut western news., 1896-04-09
The New SAmson.

A party of friends were sitting at a tav- ern full of fun and mischief when all at onos an acquaintance of theirs, named Samson, appeared on the scene.
 Hap exclaimed one of them. "Now we can dare the police and the bum bailiffs to do their worst. With Samson to help us we have nothing to fear from such Phil istinss"
 Quite so," Samson replied, "if only one of you will lend me his jawbone. "- Cud- Ouest
Connecticut western news., 1896-04-09
SAI.ISBUR Y.

Mir Fred Sanford. of Danbury, spent Easter at the rectory.
 Mrs G. H. Clark is spending a short time in Hartford with friends
 The Easter services were we'll attend ed. The services at St Johns were held at and 10 30 a. m. and 5 p. m. The flowers were very pretty.
Connecticut western news., 1896-04-09
nIsTRICT of Canaan ss, Probate Cour Il April g n ISQ6

II lIS GhlCI nI tADAAn SS, fTODAl6 court lf April 8. A. D. 1896.
 Estate of Philander Brewster. late Of North Canaan in said District, deceased
 Upon application of George s. Fuller, one Of the Selectmen of said North Canaan. pray ing that letters of administration may be granted on said estate, as per application on file more fully appears. it fs
 Ordered-That said application be heard and determined at the Probate 0fice In North Canaan. in said district OF the 14th day of April, A. D. l8e6. at one o'clock in the after noon, and that notice De given of the penden- cy of said application aud tho time and place of hearing thereon. by publishing & copy of this order once in some newspaper having a circulation in said district and by posting a copy thereof on the public sign-post In the town of North Canaan, in said district, and 1t appearing that Pailander Brewster, Albert Brewster. Nellie Brewster and Susle Brew ster. children of said deceased. are minors, 1t Is further ordered. that Acel F. Rood, of said North Canaan, be and he Is hereby appointed guardian ad litem of said minors, and that notice of said application and hearing there on be given to said guardian by sending him a marked copy of said newspaper containing said order. Attest.
 DAVID o. WHITTLESEY. Judge.
Connecticut western news., 1896-04-09
A Correction.

In the obituary of Albert D. How'd, published in the NEWS of the 2ni inst, the section which reads "He (Albert Howd) was the oldest son of Henry and Cynthia How'd. who with their family moved to Ohio in 1882, but on the death of the father Mrs How'd return ed in 1884 to Salisbury" should read: After the death of Mrs Howd's father they returned in 1884 to Salisbury. O.
Connecticut western news., 1896-04-09
CORNWALL CENTRE

Robert Stewart has purchased the place lately owned by John Baird, also the Kirsch place.
 George Hotchkiss is doing the paint ing and papering of the house ip West Cornwall soon to be occupied by Mir and Mrs Sheldon Clark.
 The family of George Dibble, Jr., has moved to the John Kellogg place.
 Misses Mary Johnson and Hattie Peck ere visiting in New Preston.
 George Hotchkiss, Jr., has resumed york for Hubert Pratt,
Connecticut western news., 1896-04-09
NOTICE TO CORRESPONDENTS.

Some of our correspondents need to be reminded that they should mail their favors earlier in the week. THE NEWS is printed Wednesday afternoon and evening and we cannot guarantee to publish items received later than Tues day. Please mail your letters on Mon- day, and then if anything startling trans pires later just send postal, or tele- phone us.
Connecticut western news., 1896-04-09
New Silks

Coming every dny now and already the assortment Is by far the biggest to be found around. We are enthusiastic over the new patterns and we'll we may be; for the customers say none as lovely aie to be seen in town.
 Black Brocaded Satin. si to sI.25
 Black Satin Duchess, sl to sl.Ss
 Black Brocaded Indlas, 75c.
 Ten oolors warp. printed Taffetaa. sl.2
 Printed China Silks, sa 10 s5c.
Connecticut western news., 1896-04-09

J. ". Pierce, Republic, Ia says: "I have used One Minute Cough Cure in my family and for myself, witli results 30 entirely satisfactory that can hard ly find words to express myself as to its merit. I will never fail to recommend it to others, on every occasion that pre- sents itself" W. H. Camp, Canaan Geo. T. Johnson, Norfolk.
Connecticut western news., 1896-04-09
CLAYTON.

Last week George Rood moved from the roo,ns over the store, which he has occupied for the last four years. into the house with his father, and Rnluff Rood wlIl occupy the rooms vacated by him and board his son Martin. who entered upon his duties as clerk in the store last Thursday.
 The entertainment by Miss Iolie Smith was much enjoyed and many thanks were rendered Miss Smith for her generosity in giving the proceeds $9 85 to our church society.
 School opened last Monday, with Miss Edith May Bowers of Richmond, Mass, as teacher.
Connecticut western news., 1896-04-09

Don't invite disappointment by ex- perimentinR. Depend upon One Min ute Cough Cnre and you have immedi ate relief. It cures croup. The only harmless remedy that produces immed- fate results. W. H. Camp, Canaan Geo. T. Joh nso on, Norfolk.
Connecticut western news., 1896-04-09
Colored StuHs

Imported fancy suitings 75c to S1. %.
 Imported Cheviots, German, Persian, and silk and wool Novelties at 59 cents.
 Broken Check Suitings and Fancy Cheviots with boucle curl at 29c.
Connecticut western news., 1896-04-09
Separate Skirts

The reign of the Separate Skirt has emancipated women from many a dress worry. The possibilities ot good dressing by the varied combination of separate skirts with pretty waists are being fully apprecia. ted. And every skirt want Is met in the collection that's ready for you here.
Connecticut western news., 1896-04-09

Quick in effect, heals and leaves no scar. Burning, scsly skin eruptions quickly cured by DeWitt's Witch Hazel Salve Applied to burns. scalds, old sores, it is magical in effect. Always cures piles W. H Camp. Canaan, Gao. T. Johnson, Norfolk.
Connecticut western news., 1896-04-09
Small.

Somebody" she faltered, "may come between us.
 His breast heaved.
 "whoever would do such a thing" he 1ercely exclaimed, would be contempti- bly, small"
 And with that he moved even yet nearer to her-Detroit Tribune.
Connecticut western news., 1896-04-09
WILLIAM W. KNIGHT. Judge.
DIsTRICT of Cansan. ss Probate Court It April 4. ls96.

II 1lSIhlCI ol GAnsAns sss fTOpAta IouTI, li April 4. ls96.
 Estate of Daniel Brewster, late Of Canaan, fin said district. drceased
 The administrators having exhibited their administration account with said estate to this Court for allo sancs. it is
 Ordered-That The 18th day of April A. D. 1896. at ten o'clock in the forenoon, at the Probate Office in North Canaan be and the same is assigned for Il hearing on the allow ance of said admlnisirat account with said estate, and this Court directs the said adminis' rators to give public notice to all some newspaper having circulation in said District and by posting copy Of this order on the public sign post in the town whore the deceased last dwelt. i've days before said day of hearing, aud return make to this Court.
 Attest: DAVID c. wHITTLEsEY,
Connecticut western news., 1896-04-09
Le0dL Notices.
ITO the Probate Court for the District

ITO the Probate Court for the District of Il sharon.
 Estate Of Jesse Burch, late of sharon, in said district. deceased.
 The subscriber represents that Jesse Burch last dwelt in the town of sharon. in sa'd dis rrict, and died on the 22d day of March, A D. 1896, possess. q of goods and estate remain tug to be administered, leaving as his only hAirs-st-law. and next Of kin, the persons whose names residences and relationship to the deceased are Rs follows, viz:
 NAMES. RESIDENCES. RELATIONSHIP. Maria Barues, Canaan, Conn.,, Cousin. Ann Pennoek, Sharon, Charles Pennock, Unknown, Harriet Pennock, Unknown, Jane Pennock, sharon, Conn.,, and perhaps others.
 And that said deceased left no will.
 Wherefore your petitioner prays that let- ters of administration may be granted 10 Edgar J. Reed. s. A. SKIFF, Conssryaior nIsTRICT of sharon Probate Court, April D 1, A. D 1896.
 Ordered, that the foregoing application be heard aud determined at the Probate Office in sharon in said district on the 1lth day of Aptil, A. D. 1896. at 10 o'clock in the forenoon. and that pub lie nofiee be given of the pandency of said application. and the time and place of hearing thereon, by publishing the same once in some newspaper having Il circulation in said district, and by posting a copy on the pubic sign-post in the town Of Sharon, in said district.
Connecticut western news., 1896-04-09
orpheus and MorpheuA-

Miggs-Your husband is great lover of music, isn't hef
 Mrs. Diggs-Yes, indeed. have seen him get up right in the middle of the night and try to compose.
 Miggs-Whatf
 Mrs. DIggs-rhe baby.-New York World
Connecticut western news., 1896-04-09

Soothing, healing. cleansing. De- Witt's Witch Hazel Salve Is the enemy to sores, wounds and piles, which it never fails to cure Stops itching and burning. Cures chapped lips and cold sores in two or three hours. W. H. Camp, Canaan; Geo. T. Johnson, Nor folk.
Connecticut western news., 1896-04-09

"Give me liver regulator and I can regulate the world" said genius. The druggist handed him bottle of De. Wits Little Early Risers, the famous little pills. W. H. Camp, Canaan, Geo. T. Johnson, Norfolk
Connecticut western news., 1896-04-09
One Way,

Bridget, you've broken as much china as your wages amount to. Now. how can we prevent this occurring again?"
 "Oi don't know, mum, unless yez raises me wages. life.
Connecticut western news., 1896-04-09
Editor Harding III.

James Harding, editor of the Pitts field Sun. has been very ill for several days with pneumonia. According to the latest reports his condition show ed slight gains.
Connecticut western news., 1896-04-09

One Minute Cough Cure touches the right spot. It also touches it a. the right time if you take it when you have cough or cold. See the point2 Then don't cough. W. H. Camp. Canaan; Geo. T. Johnson, Norfolk.
Connecticut western news., 1896-04-09

A high liver with torpid liver will uot be a long liver. Correct the liver with DeWitt's Little Early Rissrs, little pills that cure dyspepsia and constipa- ton. W. H. Camp, Canaan, Geo. T. Johnson, Norfolk.
Connecticut western news., 1896-04-09
HistoricAl.

"Boys," shouted General Stark at the battle of Bennington, we beat the red coats this day or Molly Stark shall be a widowP' Whereupon the army, being composed exclusively of eligible bachelors, fought like demons.-Indianapoli Jour nal.
Connecticut western news., 1896-04-09

The convicts in Montana prison have built school building and have a school An Oxford graduate. forRer, is princi pal and the four teachers are convicts.
Connecticut western news., 1896-04-09
Beware of Otnfna nsa fer Catarrh sha
 CDmenaM M M~rcuwy.

ConfAtm Mercury, as mercury will surely destroy the sense of smell and completely derange the whole sys- tenn when entering 1t through the mucous surfaces. Such articles should never be used except on prescriptions from reputable phy- sans, as the damage they will do is ten fold to tho good you can possibly derive from them. Halls Catarrh Cure, manufactured by F. J. Cheney t Co.,, Toledo, O., contains no mercury and Is taken internally, and acts directly upon the blood and mucous surfaces of the system. h buying Halls Catarrh Cure be sure you get the genuine. It Is taken internally, and made in Toledo, Ohio, by F. J. Cheney & Go.
 sr6old by Druggists 76 cents.
Connecticut western news., 1896-04-09
THURSDAY. APRIL 9, 1896.

It is reported that Budd Doble. the famous turfman, will never again drive trotter as 8 professional. He is inter- ssted in gold mining.
Connecticut western news., 1896-04-09
Black Stufs

Mohair and Wool crepons. si.a5 to sQ7b. Mohair with silk figures. 75c to si 2b. sicilians. 75c and si.
 All-wool weaves with Jacquard figures. eoc to slb0
 French sergee, all wool, 25c to si.
Connecticut western news., 1896-04-09
DIsTRIcT Of Salisbury, ss Probate Court

nIsTRIcT of Salisbury, ss Probate Court. lf April 6 1896.
 Esfate of Lucy Ann Sparks, late of Ss.lis- bury iu said district, deceased.
 The Court of Probate for the nAstrict of Salisbury hath limited and allowed six months from date hereof, for the credi- tors Of said estate to exhibit their claims for settlement. Those who neglect to present their accounts. properly attested. within ssid time, will be debarred d recovery. All per sons indebted to sad estate are requested to make immediate payment to
 THOMAS l.. NORTON, Administrator.
 Lakeviile Conn.
Connecticut western news., 1896-04-09

It not only is so. it must be so. One Minute Cough Cure acts quickly, and that's what makes it go. W. II. Camp, Canaan, Geo. T. Johnson, Norfolk.
Connecticut western news., 1896-04-09
New Spring Dress Goods

Every day now adds to the wealth of Spring. Dress Goods shown here. Many of them be- ing of own importation; and that rare art of SELECTION, which women of taste SO much appreciate, gives this stock a choiceness in which 1t has hard. ly a rival; every stuff Is the right one of it's kind.
Connecticut western news., 1896-04-09

Laxol is the best medicine for chil- dren. Doctors recommend 1t in place of Castor Oil.
Connecticut western news., 1896-04-09
nIsTRIcT ot Canaan, ss: Probate Court,

lI April T, 1866.
 Estate of Jane D. Smith, late of North Canaan m said district deceased.
 The Court of Probate for the district of Canaan, 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- perly atteeted, within said time. will be de- barred recovery. All persons indebted 10 said Estate are requested to make imme- diate payment to
 JOHN 0. RICHMOND. Administrator, Canaan tloun
Connecticut western news., 1896-04-09
DIsTRrCT of Cornwall ss. Probate Court

hISTKIUT of UornwaII ss. Probate Court b March 30, 1896
 Estate of Harriet Read, late of Cornwall In said district deceased.
 The Court of Probate for the District Of Cornwall hath limited and allowed months from the date hereof, for the creditors Of said Estate to exhibit their claims for settlement Those who neg- lect to present their accounts. properly at tested, within sail time, will be debarred a recovery. All persons indebted to said Es- tate are requested 10 make immediate pay. msnt to
 GEORGE ". READ Administrator, P. o. address West Cornwall, Ct.
Connecticut western news., 1896-04-09
Canaan, Conn.
DIsTRIoT of Salisbury, ss Probate Court

nIsTRICT of Salisbury, ss Probate Court II March 26, 1896.
 Estate of Polly Reed, late of Salis- bury, in said district. dec~ased.
 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 settle ment. Those who neglec. to present their accounts, properly attested. within said time, will be debarred n recovery. All persons in- debted to said Estate are requested to make immediate payment to
 DONALD T. WARNER, Executor P. o. address Salisbury, Conn.
Connecticut western news., 1896-04-09
G.L. Parsons & Son.
 Canaan, Conn.
E.PHuHr 44D tACohfANY
The Approach of Spring

Means busy times at our store not only in the department of Dress Goods and Silks, but on all sides. Ready to-wear Gar mentf, Laces, Embroideries, Dress Trimmings, etc are here in abundance and in all the latest and best fabrics. color. ines and designs Prices are adjusted more than ever in your interest.
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