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Connecticut western news., 1896-07-30
GREAT HARRINGTON.

Rev Dr I. s. Hartley, rector of St. Jemes' church, gave very interesting lecture to the Current News club Friday evening. His subject was sThe Cata- combs of Rhome," from his own explor ation and inspection of these wonderful excavations which with the passages and cross passages extend for 100 miles un- der the ancient city.
 The old brick block on the corner of Main and Bridge streets, called the Berkshire Store. for many years occu- pied by the late Egbert Hollister &Son, is being greatly changed on the interior. New supports and floors will be laid and the store will be furnished with new fixtures.
 GeorgeHenry, the seven-weeks- old sen of MT and Mrs Chas. Benham, died Saturday morning after an illness of several days with indigestion. John D. Noxon has sold to Mrs Ed ward Leland two building lots on the east side Mrs Leland has given Evans Brothers the contract to build house thereon.
 The death of Mrs Sarah Wilkinson occurred Friday evening at the home of her son, Henry R. Gushing, in this vil- lage. She was 57 years of age. and was taken to her home in Mystic, Conn.,, for burial.
 Governor Wolcott has re-appointed Dempster J. Coleman as clerk of the District court of Southern Berkshire. Albert Shears, Sheffield farmer, was brought before the District court last Thursday charged with indecent assault on an Arabian woman who peddles | small notions through this section. Deputy Sheriff Chopper, who chanced to be on the road, heard the woman scream. Shears was found in the bushes and arrested, He claimed that he was picking berries, but admitted that he had no basket or pail with him. As the evidence was not very conclusive. the accused was fined $l0.
 | Martin Busby, who works for Warren Crissey in the farmers district, was badly gored by Q bull last Thursday morning. Dr John Beebe, who was called, says) that Busby's escape from death was very narrow.
 Mrs Almira Milligan, of Afford. ob- served the 99th anniversary of her birth last Thursday. The venerable woman resides in the house with her niece, Mrs James H. Edwards, and other members of the family. With the exception oi hearing she is in good possession oi her faculties. She has had two hus. bands, both now dead. The first wal Roswell Pickett and the second, William Milligan. Her parents were Nathaniel and Anna (Stoddard) Husted, who imi grated from Woodbury. Ct., to Afford in the spring of 1797. If Mrs Milligar survives year, there will probably be . great celebration over the event.
 The assessors have about finished their work. Exclusive of the women there are 1886 poll. tax payers in town an increase of 100 since last year. The tax rate is $10 on each $l,000 of the valuation.
Connecticut western news., 1896-07-30
MILL RIVER

Mrs Geo. Lester Is visiting relatives in Canaan and Glendale.
 Rev Geo. Huntley and wife. of South Birmingham, are at his fathers. MT Huntley is in poor health.
 John Bigford is at work in Stock bridge for two weeks. Mrs Wadhams has 2 grandson staying with her during his absence.
 MT and Mrs Louis H. Prout will celebrate 0their 25th anniversary of their marriage with silver wedding on Saturday August first.
 Misses Irene Scovilla, of Canaan, and Myrtle VanDeusen, of Great Barring ton. Mass, are visiting Miss Hattie Brewer.
 Miss Annie Kane, of Ct. Burlington. Mass, is visiting her home for the summer.
 There was party held at Mir and Mrs Michael Kane's Friday night, Six couples attended from Great Barring ton and all had very enjoyable time.
Connecticut western news., 1896-07-30
W EST GOSH EN.

A brother of Mir Padietts spent Sun day with him.
 Samuel Eggleston had a light shock on Monday of last week.
 Charles Green has been having a ser ious time with aE ulcerated tooth, and is unable to work. Geo. Smith. of West Cornwall, took his place in the store all of last week.
 The children of E. E. Allyn, of New Haven, ara at Mrs Mary North's.
 Frank Hallock, of Bristol, with his wife and sister spent few days at Charles Adams recently. Darius and Sadie Wadhams, and Miss Winnie Carpenter, of Torrington. were guests of Mrs Edwin Wright last week.
 Berries are said to be abundant this year.
 The army worm has made it's appear ance here.
Connecticut western news., 1896-07-30

A Court of Probate. holden at Sharon in A and for the District of sharon, on the 25th day of July, A. D., 1896.
 Present, William W. Knight, Esq, Judge. Thomas J. Byron, of sharon, in said dis- trict, having assigned his property to George M. Walton, of sharon, County of Litchfield. as trustee.
 August. A. D., 1896, at 10 o'clock, a. m., at the probate office in Sharon, as the time and place for the hearing relative to the accep- tanee and approval of said trustee and It Is ordered by this court that public notice of such hearing be given by advertising this or der in a weekly newspaper printed in North Canaan twice previous to said day of hearing. and by posting cory thereof on the public sign post in said Town of Sharon, and return make to this court.
 Certified from record.
 R. K. GOODWIN, Clerk.
Connecticut western news., 1896-07-30
DIsTRIoT of Canaan. ss.. Probate Court

nIsTRICT of Canaan, ss., Probate Court, U July 9, 1896.
 Estate of Frederick Thompson, of North Canaan, in said district, assigning and insolv- ent debtor.
 The trustee, George s. Fuller. having ex- hibited his administration account with said estate to this court for allowance, 1t is
 0rdered-That the 6th day of August, A .D. 1896, at 10 o'clock in the forenoon, at the Probate 0ffice In North Canaan be and the same Is assigned for hearing on the allow ance of said administration account with said estate, and this Court directs the said trustee to cite to all persons interested there In to appear at said time and place by pub fishing this order in some newspaper pub lished in Litchfield county and having s circulation in said District and by posting a copy on the public sign post in the town oi North Canaan.
 Attest, DAVID 0. wHrrTLKsKy. Judge.
Connecticut western news., 1896-07-30
CANAAN VALLEY.

Walter Trask and family, of Great Harrington. have been spending 8 week at William Amstead's.
 The dreaded army worm has put in it's appearance here, but has done little damage as yet.
 Mrs A. E. Benton visited friends in Waterbury last week.
 Miss Emma Fargo, of Monterey, is visiting her sister, Mrs O. ". Benton.
 The family of Porter Ferry have the whooping cough.
 WE. Trask andEverett Roys fished in Wood Creek about three hours and hooked 180 bnllheads. How is that. fishermen?
 Everybody and his family go to Nor folk huckleberrying and return with wagon loads.
Connecticut western news., 1896-07-30

It has been we'll pointed ont that the framers of the Chicago platform wish the government to do what it tried to do under the law of 1890, known as the Sherman law, and failed to do. that is make tho silver dollar circulate at par with the gold dollar. The value of the silver dollsr fell between 1889 to 1893. when the law was repealed, from 70 cents to 60 cents.
Connecticut western news., 1896-07-30

Send your address to H. E. Bucklen X Co., Chicago, and get a free sample box of Dr Kings New Life Pills. A trial will convince you of their merits These pills are easy in action and are particularly effective in the cure of constipation and sick headache. For malaria and liver troubles they have been proved invaluable. They are guaranteed to be perfectly free from every deleterious substance and to be purely vegetable. They do not weaken by their action, but by giving tone to stomach and bowels greatly invigorate the system. Regular size 25c. per box Sold by ". H. Camp. Druggist. Can. Aan, Conn.
Connecticut western news., 1896-07-30
ITO the Probate Court, District of sharon.

ITO the Probate Court, District of sharon.
 Estate of Thomas Honour, late of sharon, in said district, deceased.
 The subscriber represents that ho last dwelt In the town of sharon in said district, and died on the 18th day of July, A. D., 1896, possessed of goods and estate remaining to be administered, leaving s widow whose name is Charlotte Honour and as his only heirs-at-law, and next of kin, the persons whose names, residences and relationship to to the deceased are as follows, viz:
 NAMES. RKsrDESCEs. RELATIONSHIP FrancesH esHonourHunter, ,Armenla, N. \. .,daugh.. Mary E. Juoket, Sharon, Ct.. daughter, Joseph L. Honour. son, Henry T. Honour. q Samuel H. Honour, James o. Honour, |" Wherefore your petitioner praysuthat let tsrs of administration may be granted to Charlotte Honour.
 JOSEPH l.. HONOUR. nIsTRICT Of Sharon, ss. Probate Court b July 21. A. D., 1896.
 Ordered, that the foregoing application bs heard and determined at the Probate offics in sharon in said district, on the lsi day of August, A. D., 1896, at 10 o'clock in the forenoon, and that public notice be given of tho pcndency of said application, and the time and place of hearing thereon, by publish ing the same once in some newspaper having circulation in said district, and by posting copy on the public signpost in the town oi sharon in said district
 WILLIAM ". KNIGHT. Judge.
Connecticut western news., 1896-07-30

Eli Hill. Lumber City, Pa, writes II have been suffering from Piles for tVenty-five years and thought my case incurable. DeWitt's Witch Hazel Salve was recommended to me as a pile cure, so I bought box and it per formed permanent cure" This is only one of thousands of similar cases. Eczema. sores and skin diseases yield quickly when it is used. w. H. Camp, Canaan; Geo. T. Johnson, Norfolk.
Connecticut western news., 1896-07-30

Several from here went to Pittsfield Monday as witnesses in the cases of the Commonwealth vs. Wm. Seeley and Carrie Hall.
 Frank Curtis last week paid $5 and costs for pounding his wife and for drunkenness and was put on probation for six months.
 The wind and rain storm Monday afternoon was quite severe here, laying trees, oats and corn level with the ground.
Connecticut western news., 1896-07-30
OR N HILL

Mrs Thomas Goldsworthy, of Throop, Pa, and Charles Fish and wife, of Naugstuck, are visiting at Thomas Pauls.
 Last Tuesday Misses Minnie and Lot tie Bartle returned from a weeks trip to Ocean Grove. N. J.. having attended 8 convention of the Epworth League.
 Carrie A. Gibbs returned home on Friday from Negaunee. Mich. after ab- sence of about four and a half years She has been stopping with her broth- CT, NJ. A. Gibbs. Her many friends are glad to welcome her back.
Connecticut western news., 1896-07-30
CORNWALL CENTRE.

Miss Hattie Peck is making an ex- tended visit in New Haven.
 John Ford, Jr.. of Bridgeport, paid 8 flying visit home last Sunday.
 George Dean and Fred Schroder took 6 trip to Lake Waramaug on their wheels last week. incidentally calling on friends in New Preston on their way.
 Mrs O. H. Ford and children, oi Waterbury. have been visiting here for some time.
Connecticut western news., 1896-07-30
nrsrRroT of Canaan ss, Probate Court.

U July 2s, A. D. 1896.
 Estate of Anna Beers Fairchild. late or North Canaan, in said district, deceased
 Upon the application of Charles H. Peck, Of Newtown, praying that an instrument pur. porting to be the last will and testament of said deceased (and codtcil thereuntol be ad- mitted to probate, and that letters testamen- tary be granted on said estate, as per appli- cation on Ale, 1t Is
 Ordered, that the foregoing application be heard and determined at the Probate once in North Canaan. in said District on the 6th, day of August. A. D., 1896 at 10 so o'clock in the forenoon; and that notice be given to all persons interested In said estate of the pendency of said application and the time and place of heering thereon, by publishing copy Of this order once in some newspaper having a circulation In said district, and by posting a copy of this order on the public sign- post in said town of North Canaan at least Ave days before the day oi said hearing to appear, if they sec cause, al said time and place and be hoard relative thereto and make return to this Court Certified from record,
 DAVID O. wHrrrLEsKr, Judge.
Connecticut western news., 1896-07-30

Several papers in the state are mis- quoting us as saying that the Litchfield Enquirer was ''the oldest Democratic newspaper in the state" when our types of last weeks issue clearly made it "one of the oldest Democratic newspapers in tho state." Kindly note this. brethren, and cast out first the beam that is in thine own eye.
Connecticut western news., 1896-07-30
YOUR BOY WONT LIVE A MONTH,

So Mr Gilman Brown of 34 Mill St.. South Gardner, Mass, was told by the doctor. His son had Lung Trouble, following Typhoid Malaria, and he spent three hundred and seventy five dollars with doctors, who finally gave him up. saying; "Your boy won't live a month." Re tried Dr. Kings New Discovery and a few bottles restored him to health and enabled him to go to work perfectly we'll man. He says he owes his present good health to use of Dr Kings New Discovery, and knows it to be the best in the world for Lung trouble. Trial Bottles Free at W. Fl. Camps Drug store, Canaan, Conn.
Connecticut western news., 1896-07-30

A letter received this week from I. N. Bartram of Sharon says: ':I am not wearing Mckinley button but had one presented to me by Mir Roraback of Csnaan."
 Ex-Senator Bartram farther states that he will support Bryan and Sewall.
Connecticut western news., 1896-07-30
s.A.er.rs... Aec...s.

The dAto on the colored slip of paper with Sa0 name of the subscriber shows the time to Wh1Oh the subscription is paid: thus, R. B, Smith 8iul96 Indicates that MT Smith has paid tor hts paper to July 5, 1885 It is hoped that Uubecribers will see to 1t that their account As Indicated by the date on their papers, Is always correct, and when they pay for re- newl 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 considered unless presented within thirty days after the payment is claimed to have oeon made, as the receipt of the paper with the date to which the subscription is paid Nla1nly printed thereon Is primR fRcto evt vAnce ~f It's acceptance as correct.
Connecticut western news., 1896-07-30

suffering from bilious colic that his agony is due to . microbe with an un- pronouncable name. But one dose of DeWitt's Collie and Cholera Cure will convince him of it's power to afford in stant relief. It kills pain w. H. Camp, Canaan; Geo. T. Johnson, Ner- folk.
Connecticut western news., 1896-07-30

When we consider that the intestiues are about five times as long as the body, we can realize the intense suffering ex- perienced when they become inflamsd DeWitt's Collie snd Cholera Cure sub dues inflammation at once and com pletely removes the difficulty. w. H. Camp, Canaan; Geo. T. Johnson, Norfolk
Connecticut western news., 1896-07-30

naws Respecting NsWsPaPeEs, erintsd for the benefit of those who think shat ordering paper stopped absolves them from Vaying up arrearages:-
 "If sahscribers refuse or neglect to take their pAper from tho post-ofnce to which they arc di- eectea they are held responsible until they have sektsd their bills and ordered their papers discon Nnusd.
 'sSabscribsrs who do not give express notice to ,As contrary are nsidered as wishing tocontinue &hoir subscriptions.
 "If subscribers order the discontinuance oftheiI oapef the publishers may continue to send them until all Arroare arc paid
Connecticut western news., 1896-07-30
The Connecticut and Loan Association -SSH Hartford, Conn. Xxx
OFFICERS AND DIRECTORS

OFFICERS AND DIRECTORS Hon. George E. President Somervi Conn., Treasurer Somervile Mfg Co, Ex-S Senator Rockwell Keeney President somerv Conn., Presden, of Somervile Mfg Co.
 W. Hodge Hartford Conn Treasurer State of Connecticut Paper Manufacturer. E. c. Linn, Secretary Hartford Building and Loan E. Rockville Treasurer Peoples Saw United States Congressman First Connecticut District Hartford and Paper Stock Manufacturer and Director of State Bank p,rker Hartford Conn President Annuity National Bank Manufacturer EtC HilIard Hartford Woon Manufacturer Vice Pres dent Hartfd Annuity ns CO Director First National Bank Hon E. Pinney Stafford President Stafford Savings Bank Woolen Manufacturer. Senator.
 - ATTORNEY John H Buck Attorney with Buck Eggeson Aor neys Hartford, Conn
Connecticut western news., 1896-07-30
BUCKLEN's ARNICA sALvE.

The best salve in the world for puts, 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 26 cents per box For sale by ". H. Camp
Connecticut western news., 1896-07-30

Small in size, but great in results. DeWitt's Little Early Risers act gently but thoroughly. curing indigestion, dyspepsia and constipation. Small pill, safe pill, best pill. w. H. Camp, Canaan; Geo T. Johnson. Norfolk.
Connecticut western news., 1896-07-30

To all minors who are soon to receive their inheritance we would say: We hope it will not be your misfortune to receive your fortune in fifty cent silver dollars.
Connecticut western news., 1896-07-30
Wash Goods

No let up in the interest il Wash Goods. Plenty of l0c Dress Ginghams at 6c l0c Dimities at 6to 12ic Jaconat Duchess at 6ac 15c Dimities at loo soc French Challis at 25e. 39c Swivel Silks at 2bc.
Connecticut western news., 1896-07-30

We suppose that Adam and Eve argued free silver and raised Gain until they got Abel to make an offering worthy of respect.
Connecticut western news., 1896-07-30

Last years catch of shad in Pacific waters sold for nearly s40,0O0. It was in 1871 that the first shad were placed there by the United States fish commis- sion. Previous to that there were no shad in the Pacific.
Connecticut western news., 1896-07-30

We are anxious to do little good in this world and can think of no pleasan- ter or better way to do 1t than by re- commendinR One Minute Cough Cure as \ preventive of pneumonia, consump- tion and other serious lung troubles that follow neglected colds. w. H. Oemp, Canaan. Geo. T. Johnson, Nor folk.
Connecticut western news., 1896-07-30

"Free silver," free love" and all 'free and easy" standards of honesty and morality are very dangerous sophistries or doctrines to tolerate.
Connecticut western news., 1896-07-30

Persons who have coughing spell every night, on account of tickling sensation in the throat, may overcome it ct once by dose of One Minute Cough Cure. W. Fl. Camp, Canaan Geo. T. Johnson. Norfolk.
Connecticut western news., 1896-07-30

Worshipers of the Almighty Dollar" begin to doubt the infallibility of their idol, and wonder whether it is worth 30 cents or 100 cents.
Connecticut western news., 1896-07-30

Pass the good word along the line. Piles can be quickly cured without an operation by simply applying De- Wits Witch Hazel Salve. ". Fl. Camp. Canaan. Geo. T. Johnson, Nor folk.
Connecticut western news., 1896-07-30
DIsTRIcT of Salisbury ss. Probate Court

DIsTRICT of Salisbury ss. Probate Court. U July 26th, 1896.
 Estate of George B. Clark. late of Salisbury in said district, deceased.
 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 mert. Those who neglect to present their accounts, properly attested. within said time, will be debarred a recovery. All persons in- debted to said Estate are requested to make immediate payment to
 Jane L. Clark, ~ P. o. Address, Salisbury, O.
Connecticut western news., 1896-07-30
SUNDRHRa

Bells .............. 25c., Doc, 75c Cyclometers. .....$1.o0 $l.50 S1.75 Lanterns-The Banner .... .S3.50 Saddles-Duplex or Hunt. ... .&.00 Locks-for Sprocket ..........25
 Aluminium, with Chain .35 Repair outfits, for single tube tires 30
 inner tube tires .50 Trouser Guards-per pair ...... 10 Rubber Cement, for punctures .. l6 Tire Cement-wood or steel rims. .25 Graphite Chain Lubricant ....10 Wood Rim Enamel per can .... 36 Oil Cans .....................l0 Cycle 0il-per bottle. e...........10 Tire Tape-per roll ...........10 Hand Pumps, 50c. Foot Pumps, % Wrenches, B. 35c. Coasters. ... .S5 Toe Clips, 35c. Lantern brackets .S5
Connecticut western news., 1896-07-30

The silver convention was held at St. Louis last week and the democratic ticket was endorsed.
Connecticut western news., 1896-07-30
Remnant Sale

Table piled high with bundles of wash stuffs suitable for skirts, waists and children's Dresses, at half former prices.
Connecticut western news., 1896-07-30
THURSDAY. JULY 30. 1896.

The question of the age-what is 2 dollar?
Connecticut western news., 1896-07-30
FREE PILLS.

There are forty-seven Chinese tenn ples in America.
Connecticut western news., 1896-07-30
LeQGl Notices.
DIsTRICT of sharon. ss. Probate Court. U July 5th. A. D. 1896.

D July 5th, A. ID. I5S0.
 Estate of Sarah A. .Surdam late of Sharon in said district, deceased.
 The Court of Probate for the District of Sharon 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 said time, will be debarred a recovery. All per sons indebted to said estate are requested to make immediate payment to
 CHARLES K. B. HATCH, Adm'r. P. O. Address Cornwall Bridge, Ct.
Connecticut western news., 1896-07-30

 branch here Before investing would be and life combined in such manner as to most attractive one GEO. l. HADSELL, Special Agent,
 At Warner House, Canaan, Conn.
Connecticut western news., 1896-07-30
WEKEKx.G

All sizes, styles and prices, to suit
 all classes of riders.
Connecticut western news., 1896-07-30
EEHuHr AID 1cohfANy
Our Way of
 Selling Dry Goods

is not to let them finger too long. If a loss must he taken, there's no hesitation. The bulk of our goods must be sold at a profit, but you would wonder how we squeeze a profit from these.
Connecticut western news., 1896-07-30

c. PEASE, Canaan, Conn. .
Connecticut western news., 1896-07-30

CATALOGUES are your. for the Askins.