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Connecticut western news., 1896-12-31
A BARRIER TO CUPID.
Kew Law Enacted In Canada to Stop Run
 away Matches.

away Matcness
 The new marriage law of the province of Ontario will make it more difficult than heretofore for American couples who cross the border for the purpose of contracting a secret marriage. Hun dreds, if not thousands, of such mar riages have for many years taken place annually, especially at Windsor, which is only ferryboat ride from Detroit, the only requisite being that the groom should secure, for the sum of @, li- cense from person authorized to issue such document
 Under the new law, however, no cer- tificate or bann can bo issued until affi- davit is made by both of the contracting parties that no impeachment exists which will tend to prevent the marriage as contemplated. Moreover, when either of the contracting parties is under the age of IS the written consent of the parents or guardian of such party must be ap- pended to the affidavit. It is also pro- vided that no marriage shall be solem- nized when either party is under the age of II.
 The commissioners of the Salvation Army are authorized to solemnize mar riages when empowered to do so by the executive officers of that organization. The new law, it is believed, will put a quietus on runaway marriages and the uniou of minors
Connecticut western news., 1896-12-31
DIED

WrLLIAMs-At Stockbridge Mass, Dec. 2S, Miss Clarissa Williams. sister oi Daniel R Williams, agei S7 years. Tue funeral was attended Dsc. 30. Iuterment at Stockbridge. MARsH-At New Milford. Dec. 20, Egg bert Marsh, aged 50 years. BATES New Haven, Dec. 24, John c. Bates, aged 69 years. Interment at Lee, Mass, Dec. 26 OATMAN-At Winsted, Dec. 2S, Mrs Emma H. Oatmsu, widow of Loyal Oatmsn. aged 74 years. THoMpsoN-At Smitbfield, N. Y. Dec 24, Robert R Thomp>on, the we'll known aucticneer, aged S2 years. He was the oldest member of Anepis Lodge, No. 672, F. X A. NJ. GREEN At Wassaic, N. Y, Dec. 20, James Green, aged 60 years. NoBLE-Iu New York city. Dec. P. Mrs Augusta Noble. aged 50 years. widow of Frank Noble recently deceased. Interment at Sheffield Mass, Dec. % PERKINS Sharon, Dec. 26, Mrs Per kins, aged 9S years.
 HUNT-At Huntsville, Dee. 27, Mrs Charlotte Russell Hunt, widow of the late Charles Hunt. aged 69 years. MoREE At Great Harrington, Mass. Dec. 2S, Miss Adalale Noree, aged 65
Connecticut western news., 1896-12-31
Men and Women.

The pictures of the women who at- tended the recent conventions at Chi cago and St. Louis as compared with those of the men illustrate an interest ing point. Many of these women came from small western and southern towns, and it was noticeable that all of them aimed at New York styles in their dress. They may have aimed badly, and in some cases their target was year or two behind the day, but their intention was apparent. The men from the same towns preserved their characteristic dress, and there was no indication that it was in any way affected by New York styles. If they came from town where broad brimmed felt hats and low cut waistcoats were still fashionable, they wore them. Their wives, however. were more or less in line with what is or has been the fashion in this city New York Sun.
Connecticut western news., 1896-12-31
Christmas in the Churches.

There was fair attendance at the Pilgrim church on Christmas eve. The choir sang several appropriate selec- tions. and the children sang carols and gave individual and class recitations. The church was neatly trimmed with evergreens, and the large Christmas tree bore abundant gifts for all the Sunday school, including the officers. teachers and the pastor. Oranges and candy were distributed to the entire congregation.
 The Christmas service at the Metho- dist church was largely attended on Friday evening. The program entitled "Boundless Love" was used, and con- sisted of bright new music, original recitations. and responsive readings. The pastor made an excellent address. The beautiful Christmas tree, laden with gifts, attracted much attention and it's fruit gave joy to the children and many of the adults. The offering amounted to s and was given to ths Seeney hospital in Brooklyn, N. Y.
 The children's carol service and Christmas tree at Christ church was held last Saturday evening. Everyone enjoys this service, and, as usual, the church was crowded. The choir finely rendered choice music, and the child ren sang very sweeay. The rector made very happy and instructive ad dress. The Christmas tree WAS superb one and the presents that it yielded gladened many hearts.
 At St. Joseph's church services were held on Christmas day at ' 30 and II a m. The church was handsomely deco rated with evergreens, but this year tho Christmas tree and gifts for the child rem aere omitted.
Connecticut western news., 1896-12-31
OBJECT TO A NUDE STATUE.
MT. McKim's Gift to the Boston Public
 Library May Not Be Accepted.

MT. Mchfmfs Gtft 10 the Boston fuoiic
 Library May Not Be Accepted.
 A nude bronze statue of bacchante, the work of Mir Frederick MacMonnies, intended to be placed within the foun- tain of the inner court of the Boston public library, may never delight the artistic eyes of modern Athens. Such a decided "kick" has come from certain influential sources that the trustees may refuse to accept the gift.
 It is offered by Mir. Charles T. Nc Kim, who constructed the building. The figure is about life size and repre- sents girl laughing, as she trips along, at baby, who sits in the fold of her left arm and reaches toward bunch of grapes which she is dangling above the child. The whole figure is full of life and joyousness. It was first exhibited in Paris and was much admired.
 Mir. McKim is cognizant of the objec- tions made to the statue, which cost him many thousands of dollars. and it is questionable if he will allow himself the humiliation of & refusal. He will, it is thought, dispose of it otherwise. - New York Herald.
Connecticut western news., 1896-12-31
POINT FRS.
Hotel for sale. See adv.

Hotel for sale. See adv.
 Read Hotchkiss < Eggleston's New Year letter.
 L. Conkey's new adv tells its own story, Nuf ced.
 Read the report of the condition of the National Iron Bank. sS
 Fifteen dollars reward for the return of lost ring. See adv.
 A great cut in jackets, capes and cor sets at Fassett < Pulyer's. See adv.
 E. P. Hunt & Go. are having their annual sale of muslin underwear. See ad.
 During January the G. W. Hall Go will offer bargains in different lines of goods. Read the ad. and see what they mention.
 The New Berkshire store at Great Bar rington is in tue midst of clearance sale. We refer you to the advertise ment for comparison of figures.
Connecticut western news., 1896-12-31
A Blunt Young Queen.

Here are three stories of the young queen of Holland, illustrative of her outspoken frankness. When she was told of the atrocities of the Duke of Al va and of the cruel policy of the Span ish kings toward her country, she be- came indignant and exclaimed, II am very angry, and after that the king of Spain must never expect that l shall in- vite him to my court" She speaks out and fears no one. Her frankness has sometimes caused her to regret her words. For instance, on one occasion she was sitting to the painter Josselin de Jonge, when she exclaimed to her mother in French, "Mother, this ever lasting painter will bore me to deathl" After few moments the painter stop ped and in the best of French said, That will do for today" When asked by the Prince of Wales during her visit to England how she liked the English people, she replied that she was aston- ished at their being so nice and amiable. ''I should never have thought it from the specimens have seen in Holland" "a remark that is said to have amused the prince greatly.
Connecticut western news., 1896-12-31
HOW'S THIsf

We offer One Hundred Dollars reward for any case of catarrh that cannot be cured by taking Halls Catarrh Cure.
 F.J. CHENEY k CO, Props, Toledo, O We, the undersigned, have known F. J.. Cheney for the last 10 years, and believe him perfectly honorable in all business transac- tions, and financially able to carry out any obligations made by their firm. WEST X TRUAx, Wholesale Druggists, Toledo, Ohio.
 wALDINa. KINNAN & MARVIN, Wholesale Drug gists, Toledo, Ohio.
 Halls Catarrh Cure Is taken internally, act ing directly upon the blood and mucous sur faces of the system. Testimonials sent free Price 75c ner bottle. Sold bv all druggists.
 Halls Family Pills are the best.
Connecticut western news., 1896-12-31
ToInx.st,pats Coral Reefs.

The Royal society of London has fit ted out an expedition to determine the depth of coral reefs. The government has furnished the vessel to transport the members of the expedition and the nec- essary machinery. The work will be done near the Ellice islands, and it is the intention to bore to depth of l, COG feet
Connecticut western news., 1896-12-31
The Flag.

A notice has been sent to the Army and Navy officials that on and after July 4. 1897. the American flag will have forty five stars. An order has also been issued to the custodians of public buildings to begin at once to put the additional stars in all old flags or secure new ones which must comply with the order. There will be six rows of siars. The first, third and fifth rows will have eight stars each, and the second, fourth and sixth seven stars each.
Connecticut western news., 1896-12-31
Twenty Years Ago.

December 8 the NEWS published reminiscent letter of Canaan by Rev H |. s Ball. of Harrisburg, N. Y., dating back 2S years.
 The question of fsgman at the Housatonic R R. crossing on Main St. was being discussed.
 The project of having water system in Canaan was being discussed.
 Funeral of Hugh W. Franklin, super intendent of the Housatonic railroad, attended at Canaan on Dec. 3l.
Connecticut western news., 1896-12-31
What the Study of the Handn Tells.

Palmists say that long fingers are a sign of refinement. A short, stubby hand argues lack of sensibility; a thin thumb, rather small, denotes weakness. Strength of character is shown by the thumb asserting itself over the other fingers. If the thumb curves backward, ita owner ia obstinate --Ladies' Home Journal
Connecticut western news., 1896-12-31
Local News ofIR12.

Philip Phillips, the renowned singer, sang in Falls Village Jan. l, and in Ca. naan Jan. ?.
 John Lepyon and Miss Frannie Ten Eyck married at Canaan, Jan. 1
 Two negroes, William Johnson and William Jones. were arrested in Canaan bv Deputy Richmond and bound over to the Superior Court on a charge of sssaulting David Spellman with 8 razor with intent to kill.
Connecticut western news., 1896-12-31
M AR HE'D.

DEWITT TT-WooSTEn At the rectory in this village. Dec 26, pv Rev F. w. Barnett. MT Albert Dewitt and Miss Jennie Wooster, both of Falls Vii. lage
 SMTH-HAIL-At the residence of the bridegroom on Smith hill in Sails bury. Conn.,, Dec. 23. by the Rev F. D. Abrams, of Lskeville, Mir Edward G. Smith and Miss Phoebe l.. Hall, of Utica, N. '.
Connecticut western news., 1896-12-31
SPECIAL NOTICES!

Housekeepers, old maids, and maid ensl The Dockash range "offers itself set up in your kitchen subject 10 trial for S23 50. This celebrated range is as essential to happy home as is a good husband. Write for circular. J. H. Alvord, Winsted, Ct.
 Plumbing, roofing, steam. water. and gas fitting and supplies, Alvord's, Win. stsd, Conn.
Connecticut western news., 1896-12-31
NOTICE.
A. LEROY CONKEY

Is the only tuner outside of the city who has every facility for repairing Organs and Piano properly and who does the work al it Is done at the factory. and notwithstanding the fact that tuners who know very little about the business are offering Inducements and when this fails turn to making false statements and abuse in order to get the business. 1 eontin- ue as for fifteen wears to hold the largest and most extensive business in the county, DO MORE PERFECT WORK THAN OTHERS DO and continue to retain the most exacting GUS toners and those who not only know the diff. feren between poor work, and thetlmost skilful. but who have had experience with the former. and SO far as musical knowledge is concerned with my large experience us Organist, Choir Master. Director, teacher of the modern art Of artistic piano touch and technic, the art of phrasing, Harmony, Coun- terpoint and Composition, having had pub lished many compositions, several being now in press, I ask you is it not reasonable that I am able to give you BETTER SERVICE than one who knows little or nothing about the points demanded. l shall be pleased 10 tell you to whom have furnished CHICKERlNG PIANOS. I have 10 second hand pianos for sale at bargain. New Instruments from sl4O upward.
 A.LEROY CONEEY,
 New Milford, ,onn.
 Agent tor Chickering X Sons, Mason X Ham, lin. and Haines Brothers
Connecticut western news., 1896-12-31
The Roy Was Willing

Hired Boy lon farm)-Kin I go fishin this afternoon?
 Fsrmer-No. But be a good boy and work hard an mebbe next week you kin go to a funeral.
 Hired Boy-Kln I go to yourn?- Epoch.
Connecticut western news., 1896-12-31

Many lives of usefulness have been cut short by neglect to break up an or dinary cold. Pneumonia, bronchitis and even consumption can be averted by the prompt use of One Minute Cough Cure. w. H. Camp, Canaan; Geo. T. Johnson, Norfolk.
Connecticut western news., 1896-12-31

Mamms-Bobby, I hear you were a very naughty boy to-day. Now tell me all about it.
 Bobby with a sudden access of mod esty)-Teacher says it isn't polite to talk too much about yourself.
Connecticut western news., 1896-12-31
As He Understood 1t.

"Well. Tommie. hear you've got a new baby at your house."
 "Yes'
 "I suppose it's red little chap. isn't it?"
 "No, it's little yeller. "-Cleveland Leader
Connecticut western news., 1896-12-31
BORN.

AMBAoH-At Great Burlington. Mass, Dec. 25, daughter to Mir and Mrs Robert AmbEch.
Connecticut western news., 1896-12-31

Speed and safety are the watchwords of the age. One Minute Cough Cure acts speedily, safely and never fails Asthma. bronchitis, coughs and colds are cured by it W. H Camp, Canaan ; Geo. T, Johnson, Norfolk.
Connecticut western news., 1896-12-31
TO OUR ADVERTISERS.

Changes of advertisements must reach us before Tuesday noon to insure their publication in the issue of Thursday.
Connecticut western news., 1896-12-31
Lost the Trick.

Waggles-Tm hungry enough to eat 8 dry crust, good woman
 Good Wcmsn-Sorry I have none. Shut the gate when you go out.-De- troit Free Press.
Connecticut western news., 1896-12-31

has always been customary conducting business carry unreasonable goods from accomplish desires necessary big seasonabe goods e mdness of winter It is and think will be
 the making purchases goods below and what nothing of winter goods They and afraid to make deep cut in prices
Connecticut western news., 1896-12-31
Rulea of Publication.

Until further notice Business Advertise ments will not be published among local items, nor among cores spondence. Such ad- vertisements must appear either in the reg ular advertising columns or under the head ing of ESPECIAL NOTICES" in the best po- sitlon we are able to assign.
 Free puffs about the business of persons who are not patrons of this paper, either In its advertising columns. subscription list or ob printing department will be consigned to the waste basket.
 Notices of entertainments where money is to be made taken in, or collected are adyer- tisements and will not be published gratis.
Connecticut western news., 1896-12-31
RELIABLE DRY GOODS

at lowest prlceS. That's our style of business, and these sales will be a fitting introduction to what is to follow. We'll the first sale is on
Connecticut western news., 1896-12-31
Sl5 Reward.

A reward of Sl5 is offered for the return of a lost ring. The ring is gold, with large Carbuncle, heavily chased. H. E. LYLEs,
 Clayton, Mass.
Connecticut western news., 1896-12-31
Dress Goods

Tremendous Reductions hero which will. be golden opportunity for you to get n hand some Suit Pattern at your own price
 Fine French Patterns from 6.b0 to 800
Connecticut western news., 1896-12-31
A.LEROY CONREY,

Agent tor Chickering X Sons, Mason < Ham
 lin and Haines Brothers.
Connecticut western news., 1896-12-31

All our Nobby Rough Novelty Dress Goods
 were 50c now Sge.
 COG Rough No,eity Dress Goods now soc.
Connecticut western news., 1896-12-31
Blankets and Comforters

% very large fine sateen covered comforts
Connecticut western news., 1896-12-31

D EFFORT OF THE CONDITION OF THE IO NATIONAL IRON BANK, at Falls Village, in the State of Connecticut, at the close of business, December IT, 1896.
The Salt Lake herald. [volume] (Salt Lake City [Utah]) 1870-1909, 1896-12-18
q TRANSVAAL ECHO.

Mr.. c. w. Buffers, who was associ-
ated with DR.. Jameson in the reform
movement in the Transvaal, was in
Chicago the other day and was inter
viewed as to the causes of the trouble
between the Beers and the Uitlanders
He said:
The abuses we sought to correct were
mostly in a business way. The estab-
lished customs made it more expensive
than we thought necessary, and we
sought to eSta blish a reform. No war
fare was intended, although DR..
Jameson was known to be ready in
case of an emergency. 1t was decidedly
without our orders that he made his
dash for Johannesburg. I cannot
speak as freely as l might, since 1 am
under bonds to do nothing in opposition
to the government for three years
The Uitlanders had no more right to
say what the policy of the government
in regard to the imposition of customs
dues should be than a foreigner in this
country has to say what taxes this
government shall impose, or how they
shall be imposed. They were in the
Transvaal as foreigners and if they did
not like Boer ways it was their privi-
lege to get out of the country. Instead
of doing this they attempted to over
turn the government, but were over
turned.
1t is worthy of special note what Mr..
Buffers has TO say about the customs.
He says those established made 1t more
expensive than the foreigners thought
necessary. Whether living expenses
were made greater than was necessary
cannot be decided, but they were GER
tainly made greater Here was a case
where the foreigner paid the tax be-
cause he was inside the country and
not because he was outside. The COM
plant of the Uitlanders in the Trans
vaal is the complaint that people
everywhere make against excessive
tariff dues-they make living more ex-
pensive than is necessary.
Mr.. Buffers being under bonds not
to do anything in opposition to the Boer
he does wisely not to talk
too freely about it, for old Paul
Kruger is a man of such hard sense and
of so unsentimental a nature that he
would construe any harsh criticisms of
him and his government as opposition
and act accordingly. The sturdy old
Dutchman believes in the doctrine that
are deserving of respect
and he enforces it in the Transvaal.
The Salt Lake herald. [volume] (Salt Lake City [Utah]) 1870-1909, 1896-12-18
IRRIGATION.

The irrigation congress at Phoenix
probably will not accomplish any i'm
mediate results, but it will serve
great purpose in drawing the attention
OF the country to the subject 1t Is
one that appeals more directly to the
people of the far west than 10 any
other portion of the country. In the
arid west there must be irrigation or
there will be little vegetable life and
small increase of population. In Utah
we are peculiarly well situated in re-
gard to utilizing the streams from the
mountains for irrigation purposes, but
even in this state there is great need
of reservoirs to catch and hold the
melting SHOWS in spring that the water
may be used later on. If there could
be system of reservoirs in Nevada
it would be the salvation of that state
There are hundreds and hundreds
of thousands of acres of first
class land in the western and
southwestern part of the state
that are utterly useless because
Of lack of water. Yet enough snow
falls in the mountains and runs to
waste in the spring to redeem the
major part of these now useless acres.
What is true of Nevada is more or less
true of all the inter mountain states.
The problem presented is a difficult
one AT the very threshold there is
presented the question: Shall the So
luton of the problem be undertaken
by the general government, the state
government, or by individuals? The
reclamation of the arid lands on any
extensive scale will necessitate an out
lay of many millions of dollars Vast
reservoirs must be built, and these will
call for an immense sum of money. To
illustrate: The power dam at Ogden,
which is being built in a most favor
able location, and which is not intended
to catch and store the waste water in
the spring, will cost in the neighbor-
mood of million dollars. This will
give some idea of what the cost of ir-
r1gation reservoirs would be.
1t will probably be many years be-
fore any considerable attempt will be
made to even partially solve the irri-
CATION problem in the west. In the
meantime the irrigation congresses are
doing good work in arousing interest in
the subject, which interest will result
in the very best ideas on it being
drawn out
The Salt Lake herald. [volume] (Salt Lake City [Utah]) 1870-1909, 1896-12-18
A FRONTIER LANDMARK.
The Little Log House Once Occupied
by Jefferson Davis.

At the old abandoned military post of
Fort Gibson. Indian territory, there
stands a little log house. 1t is now rap
idly going to decay and is uninhabitable,
but once. long ago, it. housed a man
celebrated in the worlds history. and
today is pointed out as one of the sights
OF the country, says writer in the IL
Illustrated American. The house is none
other than the quarters of First Lieuten-
ant jefferson Davis, First dragons.
United States arrn.r.
In the fall of 1884 Lieutenant Davis re-
ported with his troop of dragons for
duty at Fort Gibson, then in what was
called Iowa territory. Quarters were
ated on the bank of the Neosho or
Grand river. which flows by the old post.
In this modest habtation the young leu
tenant lived. and, 1t is said, there enter
tanned Washington Irving and Eleazus
Williams when Irving was making his
trip through the west. The house is
built of black walnut logs, the chinks
between the logs being filed with
mortar There are two rooms, each
containing a large fireplace capable of
burning cord-wood of full length.
Such was the abode in which the
young Lieutenant spent his last days
while in active service, for in 1885 he left
Fort Gibson on leave of absence and re-
signed from the service at its exDira ton
Although over 60 years have passed
since the young lieutenant occupied the
cabin. it has. on account of the almost
indestructible material of which il is
made. managed to withstand very well
the ravages of time, and today is pointed
out to strangers who visit that part of
the territory as JEFF Davis house"
The Salt Lake herald. [volume] (Salt Lake City [Utah]) 1870-1909, 1896-12-18
Depew's Earliest Joke.

Chicago Times-Herald: There is a
great deal of preparation about
Chauncey Depew's jokes. but many of
his bright sayings are spontaneous and
the result of the inspiration of the mo-
ment.
It is said that this very clever man
keeps a private secretary clipping good
jokes from the newspapers. and has
volumes of scrapbooks, carefully in
dexed. filled with side-splitting stories
adapted to all exigencies of life. These
jokes and stories. ii is alleged, are
studied carefully by Depew, and with
ready wit are made apropos whenever
occasion demands.
These aids to hunior are. however. only
used as material by this busy man, who
does not lack for inspiration in aid of
himself Depew can always relieve the
tension Of a strained situation by a
humorous turn, and this faculty was a
characteristic of his youth. as is illus
trated by the following story:
when a boy Depew was a slow and
exasperating reader. One day he was all
tangled up over the phrase. My yoke is
easy and my burden is light. His teacher
Numbered at him:
Read that again, sir; you're all
wrong
"Chauncey dashed at the phrase with
great vigor and shouted:
g My burden is easy and my joke is
light
I'm the laugh which followed, the
teachers anger evaporated.