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The Newtown bee., 1896-11-20
THANKSGIVING lDAY.

We are living iu the brightest, best period of the worlds history. Wcmhab It the richest, most beautiful land, all things considered, on the face of the globe. We have thc best living, best homes, best schools, best churches, best government and The frccst, most helpful Christian institutions iu the world, And if we are not the happc-t people on this llttle planet thea who is to blame. We have inherited the accumulated good of all the agcs, in science, ia art and in all social, moral and religious progress! Hath not God "made Us meet to be par takers of the inheritance of the saints of light"
 The president has appointed a day of Thanksgiving forall these blessings. The governor of tn, state has proclaimed the same, and i wander how it will look to the angels in heaven, or to any chance visitors from any other world knowing all the circumstances if they should be- hold only tttm handful of people in the churches next Thursday morning, while crowds of.mmbltluI+ go their ways hunt ing, fishing, visiting and scrktug p!eas- urcs and nmu-cmyut-, Wiuit not be per frclIy proper at h.I+t Lo go to the church hr-t2 orr1cr and -rrmon L 0c .Lhu church, Sandy uooa, aJ Io !, ,-.O. D.. Wught
The Newtown bee., 1896-11-20
THE THANKSGIVING EVE BALL

All arrangements for the coming bali of the St Mary Social and Literary club are complete. No expense has been spar ed to make it the leading ball of the sea- son. There will be a grand concert ren- dercd by the Excelsior instrumental quartet at S.l5 o'clock and at 9 sharp the grand march will start. A splendid sup- per will be furnished at l2 o'clock AL though admission to the ball for gentle men will be $l there promises to be a large crowd present. Tickets for spccta- tors to the gallery will be 25 cents each, and it would be well for all who wish to obtain seat to come early and listen to the excellent concert.
The Newtown bee., 1896-11-20

Will there ever be a more hospitable sight than the Thanksgiving table spreads of lustrous spotless white?
 The most luxurous linens are made by John S. Brown & Sons of Belfast. They are exquisitely fine, snow white, and of styles for various tastes. They come in cloths with nap kins to match. The cloths cost $50 to I5.oo each. and the napkins 5. 50 toI2. a dozen.
 The linens we are selling below value are at 40, 50, 60 and 75c a yard,-substantial and beautiful linen.
 But the linens that have made our Linen Department famous are at $ and 85c a yard. Satin damask, white and heavy, gleaning with crys- tai snow.
The Newtown bee., 1896-11-20
Our Neig.hbors,
SOUTH BRITAIN.
CHURCH JCTTINGs.


 The |. r. 5. C. k. held a very pleas ant social at the home of it's president, Mrs Sage. last Tucsday evening, and p.cked two barrels with fruit and vege- tables to be zent as a Thanksgiving re- membrane" 10 the Beulah Home in Bridgeport.
 Rev T. D, Smiley and several of his congregation attended the ordination of George A. Bushee at Boxbury, Novem- ber E.
 Quite a number attended Will Carle- tons lecture at Newtown, last week, and felt well repaid for going.
 \ small daughter arrived at Bert Cap- rou's, last week.
 Mir and Mrs Robert Munson were guests of Mrs A. D. Munson, Monday. The Capron place has been bought by Dr CIemans of New Milford.
 Miss Dora Pierce spent Sunday with Miss Florence Welton on Grassy Hill. Miss Nettie Pierce ent Sunday at Miss Nelly Hinman's on Grassy Hill.
 Mrs Edward Cbipman has returned to New Haven again.
 c. B. Pierce has bought a horse power and Ross cutter and now is in fine shape to cut his stalks for his big herd of cows. Ezra Pierce's new barn is nearly finish ed. The cement roof is a nice one and looks as if it would last life time.
 Born, November 17, son to Mir and Mrs John Flemming.
 Rev J. D. Smiley has a fine large new horse. It is more than an average road ster.
 Miss Lillian Beers of Long Hill has been spending a few days in town.
 c. w. Ford and wife of Roxbury, Mrs F. R. Ford and daugher, Harriette, of Woodbury, tEugene Ward and wife of Roxbury, and Mrs Emma Emi, sister of Mrs Wards from Pennsylvania, spent last Wednesday at k. H, FOrd's.
 Miss Irene Squire has returned home, after an absence of several years.
 The family friends of Mrs Rebecca E. Squire celebrated her birthday, last Sat urday, the l4th, by a social gathering. After dinner of turkey the evening was spent in dancing.
 George J. Wentch's horse slipped away from him, last Saturday night, while he was htching it up. He failed to find it that night, but the next morn- ing it was at the barn. It had on a whole harness when it left but the breast collar was gone when it returned. Who has found it?
 L. Nj. Bradley has recently visited his old friends here.
 The garnet works are expecting to start up, next Monday.
The Newtown bee., 1896-11-20

Little things are of almost as much im- portanue as big ones, for 1t is the combi- nation of many little things that makes 8 completed whole. Davis 85 Savard of Bridgeport, the up-to-date clothiers, say that in the manufacture of good clothing there are many little details that need careful attention if satisfaction is expect ed. In their finer grades even the button holes are handmade and nothing which goes to make fine custom garment is left out. They are selling good reli- able all wool overcoat handsomely made, at $8.
The Newtown bee., 1896-11-20
EASTON.
SCHOOL TOPICS.

The board of education consisting of Henry W. Osborn president, Samuel B. Turney secretary, Charles S. Everett, George S. Gillette, Charles W. Blakeman and George J. Banks, held a session at the school house in District No. on Monday, the 18th at 3.3O p. m. They took vote to close up the school in the Judd district, No. 6. This action was done for the reason that the attendance at the school was only two and the legal enumeration of the district only three. The chairman, Henry W. Osborn, was appointed committee to consult with Daniel W. Edwards, the committeeman of the district, for the purpose of making arrangements for the children to attend another school.
The Newtown bee., 1896-11-20

That we sell the large number of Jackets, Capes and Skirts that we do. It would be astonishing if we didn't. Take stock lika ours that that is made up entirely of choice grades and happy styles at lower prices than women ex- pect to find, it's enough to tease a per son into buying. No ssuch values were ever offered at the figures we are sell ing for this season, and most folks know it; consequently we are doing the jacket business of the town. It's the rule of reason.
The Newtown bee., 1896-11-20
Local Affairs
MATTERS OF BUSINESS.

Nj. Storn's great cloak sale now going on. We have reduced all our cloak. and capes. You can secure big bargains if you are in need of jRcltet for the next 10 days. Your fare paid by purchasing $5 worth or over. Also big reduction in trimmed hats and millinery. Call before purchasing elsewhere and convince your self of the bargains we arc selling. NJ. Stern, lS5 Main street, DAuburY.
The Newtown bee., 1896-11-20

Good things cheap, beautiful things cheap. Tambour Sash Muslins, 10, F 1-2 and r cents yard. Beautiful Silkine. to l2 l-2c yd. Scrim, to 12 1-2c Yd, Scotch Sash Muslin, with border, F 12 to l5c yard. Bordered Fish Nets and Plain Fish Net, 12 l-2 yard. 36-in Spot Muslin, l2 l-2 and I5c yard. 3G,in Denims, l5 to D cents yard.
The Newtown bee., 1896-11-20

The whist club of Newtown Street and vicinity will hold it's first meeting for the winter season this (Friday) evening, with Mir and Mrs W. J. Beecher. A mems whist club has also been organized. The first meeting will be held at Dicks hotel on Friday evening, November P.
The Newtown bee., 1896-11-20

Eleven couple joinedla moonlight ride of the "Merry Eight" to Brookfeld, Tuesday night, and enjoyed 8 social dance at the Town hall there until the "Wee sma' hours" About 40 couples were present and it was voted so excel lent party that it will be repeated and the date set is December 8.
The Newtown bee., 1896-11-20
IN TRINITY PAEI3H.

The womou of Trinity parish held thcr annual meeting of ru pAu-h branch c lhe Wootu's AuAiw-y to tm. Gmrd of Mis.jous, m-t rur~aay, and orgau.lrd for the winters wu,h. They expect to send a missionary h.fryi to help the work of Sc Augus.inr's chuol in RHlcgh, x. C.
 arrvjcc will be held in Trinity on the morning of Thanksgiving day at 10 o'clock, with sermon by the rector.
 Trini.y and St Johns churches were favored on Sunday lby two exceedingly interesting addresses from Rev A. B. Hunter of St Augustinc'5 school, Raleigh, N. C. MT Hunter ravoubIy impressed all by his carucstuoss. Nt Augu-tiue's is a church school for the training of scol- ored young men ard women, founded in lSG7. The board of trustees is composed of clergy and laity, with lt Rev Joseph Blount Cheshire, b. D., at their head. The school is aided by A grant, according to their means, from the Church COmmis- sion for work among the COlored People. which is, however, entirely inadequate for carrying on it's work. OF the church workers employed by the Church Com mission IG missionaries and 2I teachers have been students at St Augustine's school This institution has at present 2lO pupils, the number increasing every week. It is noble work, and worthy the charity of all Christian people.
The Newtown bee., 1896-11-20

Suits, oYercoats, ulsters, caps and mit- tens are timely suggestions at Warner, Taylor < Curtis at the Hook. EThey also have guaranteed half wool stable blan- ket, dandy, that they are selling at $175. It is really worth g 50 but they have only limited number and are using them as a card.
The Newtown bee., 1896-11-20
METHODIST CHURCH ITEMS.

Rev James Taylor left on Monday for a short vacation.
 The regular prayer meeting of the church will be held next Sunday morn ing, as usual; also the Sunday school. There will be no service, Sunday evening.
The Newtown bee., 1896-11-20
One Way to be HannY

ls to attend to tho comto1p of your family Should one catch slight Cold or Cough, call New Preston; WOOdbury Drug Co.,, Wood bury; HofchkissvHle Cash St ore; Ri. sanford
 AIogu f,J f4}jtef9"Ui3 Iii bLltain sole agents man Remedy, free. W 6 give it away to prove tAHt We have sure cure tor Coughs. Colds, Asthma, COn7uIn ptiOu, and all diseases of the Throat IlnI Lmngs. Large sizes pc and 25c.
The Newtown bee., 1896-11-20
AT ST ROSES.

Father Fox has decided to dispense with the annual fair of St Roses parish, this year, and in It's place collection will be taken to raise the funds usually received through the fair.
The Newtown bee., 1896-11-20

Don't you want to save dollar? Then buy barrel of White Loaf flour, $5 at the store, for Friday and Saturday only, to make room for car load in today, at E. F. HaWleys.
The Newtown bee., 1896-11-20

three quarts for 25 cents; white grapes, two pounds for 9 cents; figs, 10 cents; delicious oranges, bananas, etc., at E. F. Hawley's.
The Newtown bee., 1896-11-20

Cut Glass was never so cheap as now.
 We've the biggest assortment, and the finest one, anywhere about. Wedding and complimentary gifts can be chosen from our stock that are not only useful but there're. ornamental. Quite a nice lot of Whist prizes.
The Newtown bee., 1896-11-20

Rev o. W. Barker and Sheriff NJ. c. Rodgers have been at Winsted, this week, in attendance on the annual coz ference of the Congregational churches of the state.
The Newtown bee., 1896-11-20

Fridays and Saturdays are especially
 busy days at the big clothing store of Meigs 65 Co.,, Bridgeport. To-day and tomorrow they are going to sell a good many ovcrcoats. Prices are largely in favor of buyers and quality was never so high in comparison with price. The Home Rule overcoat offers immense val ue at very low price, and hundreds of these garments are being sold. Real tailor made OvercOats with all the ear marks of the tailor shop at half the tai lor's price are attracting the attention of good dressers who are beginning to find out that it is better to put money in their pockets than it is in the tailOr's in over coat buying. Better look into the over coat question while sizes and lines are full. Always so many early birds who naturally get the best pickiDgs Post.
The Newtown bee., 1896-11-20
zHe HoaOlamd Dsy Gaods Co.
Formerly the Rowland Stark Co)
November 20, 1896.

A reduction that is a re- duction, High-class novel ties in black and colored dress goods, the seasons choicest and most exclusive stufs- some of the swellest things we've ever had at any price all at L. 50 yard
The Newtown bee., 1896-11-20

No coffee like B. B. Java. Everybody says so and what everybody says must be so. 35 cents a pound. Wholesale sales in October 16O,0OO pounds.-CE. F. HaWleY.
The Newtown bee., 1896-11-20

County Health Officer George E. Hill of Bridgeport was in town on Tuesday, the guest of his friend, Dr Edwards M. Smith, the local health officer.
The Newtown bee., 1896-11-20

The present low price of silver bullion brings the cost of best pIate~down to figures never before heard of. We quote
The Newtown bee., 1896-11-20

Bennett Blackman was in Danbury, last week Thursday, and attended the gathering in honor of the 10th marriage anniversary of MT and Mrs Theodore Ferry.
The Newtown bee., 1896-11-20

tIs of the Hook have a good supply of both which are going at right prices.
 WHERE ROBERT LOUIS STEVENSON DIED.
 This was among the charming islands in Samoa, far away in the Southern Seas. A fascination seems to pervade all these islands, aud there are a thousand and more of them in the Gilbert, Marshal. and other groups. Here is perpetual summer. Many of these islands, mere coral reefs only few feet above the sea, are often entirely covered in storm by the 1oam.crested waves. The missionary work which has been pursued in this out of-the-way corner of the world will be described at the meeting in the COngre- gational church, next Sunday evening, November P, at 80 o'clock. A glimpse will also be given into the Hawaiian group, the home of the deposed heather queen, Lilin0kalani; and report will be given of the State Sunday school cOnven- tjon at Hartford, at which this church was represented by delegate. This should be a meeting of instructive inter est to all, and a cordial invitation is ex- tended. The offering of the evening will go to the work of the American Board.
The Newtown bee., 1896-11-20

Perry Fairchild, with friend from Bethel, spent few days last week with friends in BOtsford.
The Newtown bee., 1896-11-20

Mas Sarah Sanford of Bridgewater was guest of Mir and Mrs John B. Peck, the first of the week.
The Newtown bee., 1896-11-20

The November meeting of the Mems Literary and Social Club was held on Tuesday evening, November IT, at the residence of Daniel c. Beers on Nj He Hni, and the club was most delightfully."- entertained. Tn place of the customary essay short papers were presented by the members on topics which had been as- sigred at previous meeting. selectman Henry c. Curtis was q guest Of the club.
The Newtown bee., 1896-11-20

Mrs l.. c. Gilbert, who was taken so violently sick one week ago Sunday night, is slowly gaining her strength.
The Newtown bee., 1896-11-20

Mrs s. c. Glover and Mrs W. J. Beech CT passed last week Thursday in New York City.
The Newtown bee., 1896-11-20

Mir Smith and wife from Shelton are spending 8 few days with Mrs John GrhIln. MT Smith has personally been seeing to the making of new walks around the Griffin home.
The Newtown bee., 1896-11-20
Dinner sets-just received

Dinner sets-just received including some very choice recent productions of Havi- land china and English DOT CcIain, which we have marked at very attractive prices.
 TaviIand sets of 102 pieces s27.5o
 lIavtland sets ot IA pieces 39.50
 HaViland sets of IA pieces 5000
 English Porcelain sets $6.25 to HOO
The Newtown bee., 1896-11-20
READ! PONDERl ACT!

The two great parties are now in battle a" ray under the leadership Of General Gold and Protection and General Silver, Is to l. Now 6efore setting out On so pelilous an undertak ing it will be necessary for you to be proper ly shod. You will do well to proceed to Lockw ood's, where he will sell yOu Shoes, Russet or Black properly protected, Is To tor Silver or Gold and then You can make your escape by the way ot buying shoes for your wives and children as good and as cheap as you can get anywhere, and coupons for Silver Ware with every pair. Now is the time, and this is the place, and here are the goods.
 A. B. LOCKWOOD,
 FOUNTAIN PLACE BETHEL, CT.
The Newtown bee., 1896-11-20

Mrs Spencer was at her former home in Huntington the first of the week.
The Newtown bee., 1896-11-20

The dance given by Judge of Probate M. J. Bradley on Tuesday night in honor of his election was attended by large number. Music was furnished by Bliss orchestra, and all appeared Uo have a good time. The front of the ball was decorated with flags. Michael White did the honOrs as floor manager.
The Newtown bee., 1896-11-20

For the Thanksgiving table Warner, Taylor & Curtis have supplies of new seedless raisins, new crauberries, new figs, oranges, etc, all the fxings to make the dinner complete.
The Newtown bee., 1896-11-20
THE D. M. READ COMPANY.
 BRIDGEPORT, CONN.

tention to it-there's so many places that you can hang them, so many spots that they'll brighten.
The Newtown bee., 1896-11-20

Our Housefurnishing department con- tains more useful articles and is the most complete of any you probably ever saw. And it's the cheapest.
The Newtown bee., 1896-11-20

Choice new raisins, three pounds for 70 cents, good ones cents; cranberries,
The Newtown bee., 1896-11-20

Tho piano at the Newtown Academy was thoroughly renovated and tuned, last Saturday, by J. S. BrownIow of Dam bury.
The Newtown bee., 1896-11-20

DEE KEEPERS WANTED gsZ,EEzEs D to exchange your name
 for my catalogue of supplies, containing everything needed from polished sectiOnY $3 \ 1000 to a complete hive, dove tail complete 50, in flat %. S~- will exchange beeswaX for goods or cash. Samples Of c0T1I1 JT3Iuuetfon and catalogue free. EDWIN E. SMITH, WatertOwn, Conn.
The Newtown bee., 1896-11-20

E. NJ. Peck has nearly completed the picking of his large field of corn, having over 1000 stacks of corn.
The Newtown bee., 1896-11-20
ABOUT s J sHERMAN's RUPTURE TREAT
 MENT.
8 PARNELL ST,

PARNELL ST,
 BOSTON, MASS Nov 6. 1896. S J. sherman, Hernia Specialist, 175 Ire mont St., Boston, Rass.-Dear Sir: Allow me to thank you in what words can find for your splendid treatment of my double rup ture, right side, large scrOtal.
 Your appliance is the easiest, most comtor- table thing have ever had-l5 years ruptur- ed. My friends want to know what have been doing to improve my health so much. l sim ply tell them have been to see you, i wish every poor sufferer could have your treatment.
 You are great man, and may you live long to carry out the good work is tue prayer ot yours most gratefully. JAMES KILLIAG.I Iz
The Newtown bee., 1896-11-20

NOR SALE-An extra good farm horser good J worker and driver, years olds weight about HOO pounds, all right tor any one to use and price very reasonable. F. $. ERISBIks Brookfield Center Conn.,
The Newtown bee., 1896-11-20

MONEY FOR YOU-Here is list of the M stamps found on old photographs and the prices we pay tor each 1c playing cards, red, 25c; % playing cards blue4 5ci 20 playing cards, orange, 20c; 2c proprietary orange. 2Sc5 Pc certificate, blue or orange 10c; Sc playing cards, green, SI; Ac playing cardss violet Il ; 6c proprietary orange, S5. See what you can find and bring them 10 on the photograph, and we will remove them without injury. If you have any kind not listed or old postage stamps send them co us for prices. COOK & DUNBAR, Room 20, Conn. National Bank Building, Bridgeport, Conn.
The Newtown bee., 1896-11-20

Rock salt and new pork barrels will De ln demand now. Warner, Taylor & Cur
The Newtown bee., 1896-11-20

Ladies Wool Waists big variety of splendid qualities at sl5o. Norfolk waists, made in nice style, for s2.00. Best quality wool waists, collars de- tached, s2.50.
The Newtown bee., 1896-11-20

A UCTION-The household goods of the late A Frances Hall will be sold at public anc- rion at her late residence on Saturday, No vember2I, 1scj, at o'clock p. m. Stove, Sew ing Machine, Tables, Chairs, Kitchen Uten- sis, Dishes, etc. Terms Cash.-l VIM H0MEE HUBBELL, H 6. CURTIS, ". Ii. CLOVER Seleetmen of Newt0wn.
The Newtown bee., 1896-11-20

Good sound pork barrels only 75 cents ; also new pork barrels and One-half bar reIs at E. F. Hawley's.
The Newtown bee., 1896-11-20

Attorney William J. Beecher has been in Boston, Mass, this week.
The Newtown bee., 1896-11-20

Then there's very choice line Silk Waists, with collars attached or de- tached, for 55 oO each. You didn't know that, did you:
The Newtown bee., 1896-11-20

Uncovered Down Pillows, in all the different sizes and grades. One spec ally fine lot, in all gray
 18zl8, 45 cents,
 2Ox2O, 50 cents,
 22z22, D cents.
 24z24, $I.0O,
 2Gx2G, sl.25.
 Then there's lot of good Feather Pillows, for $I5O the Pair-the very best for s 9s a pair Another line, half down and half down and halt feath- CTS, covered with the very best herring bone ticking, at s % pair. A box of Soap, 3 cakes in box, for I cents. Don't smile, it's 90.
The Newtown bee., 1896-11-20

William Fairchild and wife from South. bury were at his brothers, Hobart Fair child's, Sunday.
The Newtown bee., 1896-11-20

Mrs $. ]. Blakseo was the hostess, this year, for the annual gathering of the Beers family, and the meeting on Wed- nesdaT at her hospitable home was high ly enjoyable. Among those who were seated round the festive board were Mr and Mrs Eli Beers and children, MT and Mrs George Beers, Mr and Mrs George B. Beers and children, Mir and Mrs R. H. Beers, MT and Mrs Henry G. Curtiss, MT apd Mrs John NJ. Otis and daughter, Mir and Mrs Beers sherman, Mrs Mary Price and Miss F. 5. Beers.
The Newtown bee., 1896-11-20

We've quite little Picture Store of our own, at low prices. We think enough of it to call your particular at
The Newtown bee., 1896-11-20

UTANTED-A competent woman tor house w work in a family of three. References re- quireft. State wages expected Address xxx, care BEE 0fice, Newtown. Ct.
 yKTANTED-A good bright boy from Is to IS M years old to learn the hardware tRda- D. N. CLARK, Shelton Conn.
The Newtown bee., 1896-11-20

Miss Edith hustcrcr,a graduate of Mar. tins business college, Bridgeport, has &C., ccptcd position as stenographer and typewriter swith IIolli-ler * Kelsey of that city.
 Mrs SiIas E. FairchiId is slowly im- proving, but is still confined to her room. Mir Fuirchild remains about the same. Miss May Haugn is caring for them.
 The ladies prayer meeting was held with Miss Abbic on Tuesday of this week and good number were present. She suffers much from rheumatism, but is pa tcnt and hopeful
The Newtown bee., 1896-11-20
ITS
NOT AT ALL

ASTONISHING
The Newtown bee., 1896-11-20

A few lipe. in a recent paper announce rd the close of q life of activity and use mIurss of Mrs Julia II. Towle, aged 7l mer residents of sandy Hook and svicin- fly "i}I recall Mrs Towlo's tall, digutcd hcaring and pleasant manner, readily en- gagiug the attention and interest of all wos a very active worker in the temper nurc cause and for a long time the super jnteudcnt of Alpha Juvenile Temple, which was iuaugurated about ? years ago whjIc she was here. She passed away at her home in Sutton, Mass, No- vcmbpr B.
The Newtown bee., 1896-11-20

A bankrup. sale of clothing has been trying to eXsrar Sandy Hook, this week, but most folks rather get their goods where they are well acquainted,
The Newtown bee., 1896-11-20

tis of the Hook have a good supply of both which are going at right prices.
The Newtown bee., 1896-11-20

NOR SALE-At q bargain, one very nice \ mule colt months old good size.
 MILES B. BURR, StepneY Depot, Conn
The Newtown bee., 1896-11-20

W. B. SniiIen was busy, Tuesday, put Li1g in some additional electric alarms, at Warner, Taylor N Curtis store.