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Connecticut western news., 1896-04-16
CORNWALL BRIDGE.

The dwelling house and blacksmith shop belonging to c. F. Parent and wife were totally destroyed by fire, also their furniture. and the tools, etc, in tho shop The fire occurred about midnight April 6 and was so sudden that only Q few wero present. The shop burned first and the flames communicated to the house which burned in few moments. Charles F. Parent was lately married to Sophia Liner and they received many valuable wedding presents which were all destroyed The young couple were not at home. they being at her brothers a few things were saved. The buildings and contents were insured.
 William W. Beirce lost 8 valuable horse few days ago with inflam nation of the bowels
 Morton 0 Wadhams, of Thomaston, was at his mothers over Sunday. He rendered great assistance in the Christ ian Endeavor meeting Sunday evening.
 Tue tobacco warehouse will close this week
 Ralph s. Beers, of the Canaan Acad emy, was at bis home over Sunday. Rev M. NJ Curtiss returned from Conference Friday last. He will be pastor of this church another year. A great many are discussing hard colds and how to dispose of them. Franklin Wells, of Sharon. Is to move to Puffingham in the Swift place. Miss Edith w Wadhams has return ed to her school in Granville, N Y. where she is teaching.
 The farmers are getting ready for spring work. The winter has been a changeable and hard one, and warm weather will be favorably received by all.
 The roads in Cornwall are quite rough but will be put in presentable shape as soon as the ground is more settled.
 Daniel Singleton's new wagon and blacksmith shop is nearly finished, A steel roof is on the building, and grad ing and underpinning is in good prog ress. He will move in soon.
Connecticut western news., 1896-04-16
HUN rSVILLE and SOUTH CANAAN

Mrs Wm. Blodgett and son, Miles, are at W. H. Blodgett's where they in- tend remaining for some time. Mrs Blodgett and her two sons left here l2 years ago locating in Tnllahoma, Tenn I, which place has since been their home. The younger son, William, Is a success ful teacher in Central Illinois
 Miss Addie Kellogg, of Winsted, is the guest of friends hereabouts.
 MT and Mrs Elmore Dickinson and daughter are at the home of MT Dickin- sons mother, Mrs Mary Dickinson. where they intend remaining for the sum mer.
 Mir and Mrs George Dean have been made very happy during the past week by the arrival of a little daughter which came to their home April 10.
 Mrs Cora Adams, of Canaan, spent Sunday at the home of MT and Mrs W. s. Willard.
 In last weeks issue we neglected to notice the beautiful collection of Easter blossoms in the church on that day The display was unusually fine, while the pastors sermon, suitable for the oc- casion, was grand practical discourse.
Connecticut western news., 1896-04-16
ENT.

Johns Hopson still continues quite feeble. Dr Hine, of New Milford. now attends him.
 Mrs Deyo Bolt is sick with grip.
 James Brown of New York, and John Brown of Bridgeport, were in town Sunday to see their father, who Is gradually failing.
 Miss Klttie Gum of New York, is the guest of Der cousins, the Misses Berry, at North Kent.
 Mrs John Lane is visiting friends in Falls Village.
 A handsome granite monument has recently been placed in the lower ceme- tery in the family plot of Wm. Good sell and 0. P. Lane.
 Mir and Mrs Fred Lane have moved to Wallipgford, where Mir Lane has the position of overseer of the Masonic Home farm.
 The funeral of John Davis was at tended at East Kent on Monday ? p. m.
 The body of Andrew Austin was found by some young men, who were taking stroll on Sunday afternoon, in the woods back of F. R. Buckingham s house just south of the village. Mir Austin was seen in the village on Fri day, and had probably started across lots for the home of his son George on Kent Mountain. He had been in feeble health some time, and the verdict was that his death was due to natural causes.
 A literary and musical entertainment was given at ConQ1 church Friday evening April 10 by Mrs Voorhees, of West Winsted. assisted by Rev E. D. Kelsey of Sharon. Mrs Voorhees, ss sn slocutionist is one of the best, and il is rare treat to hear her. MT Kelsey rendered the musical part of the pro. gram on the church organ, which was slso thoroughly enjoyed. Rev E D. Kelsey preached at Cong1 church Sunday last and at the close Of his sermon, and much to the surprise and sincere regret of the listeners, he read Rev B. M Wright's resignation as pastor of this people, to take effect as soon as possible.
 Another of Rents oldest inhabitants has passed away. Mrs Elvira Smith died at her home in this village of pneu monia and heart trouble on Friday morning, April 10. aged 82 years les' four days. She bas been an invalid fol some time, and during the long months of her feebleness and her last hours she was tenderly watched and cared for by her daughter. Mrs Smith has lived 1T the house in which she died for nearly sixty years. She will be sadly missed by many friends who knew her worth She was one whose cheerfulness, sym pathy and kindness of heart made hel a valued friend. The funeral was at tended at St Andrews church, of whicf she was 8 member, Saturday afternoon Rev H. McDougsll conducted the ser vice. Among those present from out O town were. Frank Cook from New York; Mrs Mary Wadhams, Miss Editl Wadhams and Miss B Gregory from Cornwall Bridge; Mort Wsdbams iron Thomasson, and Mrs O. R. Camp o Canaan.
Connecticut western news., 1896-04-16
STEyENS-SE SEYMOUR.

The wedding of Harry E Stevens, of Norfolk, and Miss Charlotte Matilda. daughter of MT Rufus Seymour, at one time teacher in the Robbins school. was solemnized at the Congregational church at Norfolk, last week Wedpes. day evening. The church was besuti- fully and elaborstely decorated with flowers and palms. The ushers were Messrs c. H Peck and c, D. Perkins of Norfolk and Edward Cobb and Arba Afford of the Yale University. There was a large attendance of the friends of the young couple. Rev MT De Pen performed the ceremony in an impress sive manner, using the form of the Episcopal Church.
 The brlde's dress was of ivory white satin duchesse, cut entrsine with point duchesse lace, tulle veil and orange blossoms. Her bouquet was of lilies of the valley, which she sfterward scatter ed among the audience as she left the church. The dress of the bridesmaid, Miss Mary Seymour, was of white organdie. vsleuciennes lace and yellow ribbon. She carried 8 buuch of vel. low roses.
 Mir Frank Flagg, of Hartford, was best man.
 After the ceremony a bountiful col. lstion was served at the home of the brides father. The wedding tour in cludes Washington, New York and Albany.
Connecticut western news., 1896-04-16
FALLS VILLAGE.

Edward Ward and 0. B Hsnchett brought their tobacco to this station last week for shipment.
 Sidney Reed is having all his build ings painted
 Ralph Woodin has taken the job of hostler at Reeds livery stable,
 Large strings of fish are still caught in the river A sucker weighing 3f lbs
 Rev J. W. Bohlman remains here an other year and was at his accustomed place Sunday.
 Perrin Stanton during his stay in the field near Falls mountain with his port able sawmill, sawed between 1000 and 500, 900 feet of lumber.
 The last meeting of the Whist Club for the season will be held tonight (Tuesday)
 Farmers who have early land are blowing for oats.
 Wm. Fl Sabln has moved to Lime Rock Station.
 Uncle Sar g mail agent, Abner Bail ey, who runs the stage between this place and Cornwall Hollow, stopping at all intervening stations for the accom- modation of the public, met with an accident while passing through the will lage Thursday. The horse, which is said to be quite "coltish." becoming unmanageable fell down but there were several on the street who assisted MT Bailey in putting the animal again on It's pins. No serious damage was done to the stage or it's contents, however, and u lucky driver was on his route again the next day as good as new. A building committee has been ap- pointed by the Congregational Church to receive proposals for the erection ol the new bell tower and other anticipated improvements on that edifioe. They met Monday evening to examine the plans which have been draughted and brought before them for inspection. Tbe committee were not all present and further consideration of the designs furnished will be taken some evening this week when with the unanimous consent of the parties named some Of the plans will be accepted when the work will be begun, The committee consists of U. H. Miner, E. J. Horn beck, A. F. Gibbs, F. B. How'd, Lee Ensign and P. B. Burnett; and Mrs U. H. Miner on the interior work.
Connecticut western news., 1896-04-16
LAX EvILL1.

Mrs Walter Saunders and her daugh. ter, wife of Dr Phillips of Newburg, N. Y went to Sh field. Mass, Tuesday. to attend the wedding of Mrs Saunders niece. Miss Huggins. who will be united in marriage to Mir Gaylord of Norfolk, Wednesday of this week.
 Mrs Mary Bates is very sick with kidney and liver complaint, and fears are entertained for her recovery.
 Geo Abrams preached a very phil osophicsl, instructive sermon at the NJ. E. church last Sunday evening.
 Our Mems meetings Sunday afternoons over the butcher shop, are very interest ing and we'll attended.
 Among the out of town relatives and friends who attended the wedding of Mir and Mrs Alfred H Heston were MT and Mrs Thomas Heston, of Ashley Falls; Miss Catherine Heatop. of Brook lyn N. Y. Mrs Henry w Henniug, of NewY ork City; Miss Sally Doolittle, of Canaan. also sD aunt of Mir Reaton of Canaan whose name has slipped our memory. Mrs Theo Wachter, of River ton; Miss Hattie Cook, of Springfield, Mass.
 HEAToN-MILLER
 The marriage of Miss Emily Hester, daughter of Mir and Mrs John M. Miller, and Mir Alfred Henry Heaton. son of Mir and Mrs Thomas Heaton, of Ashley Falls, Mass {; took place Wednesday April 8th, at the NJ E. church at 30 o'clock p. m. Rev. F. D Abrams, pas- tor of the church, officisted. The con- tracting parties have both been members of this church and of course thelr mauy friends filled it to it's utmost capacity.
 The church was handsomely trimmed with palms and Eater lilies.
 At the appointed hour, the bridal party entered the church, the orgsnlst, Mrs Fannie Banks. of Amenis N. Y. playing the Lohengrin wedding march, in the following order: Ushers, Messrs, Irwin Sanford. Floyd Jennings, Key Silver ale and William Dix; the groom escorted by the best man. Frederick R Collin, of Canaan; maid of honor, Miss Louise, sister of the bride; the bride escorted by the bridesmaid, Miss Alicia, sister of the bride. The petite bride was very prettily sttired in cream laus- down carrying a boquet of cream roses, and the maid of honor and bridesmaid in white, carrying pink roses The or ganist very softly and sweetly played all through the ceremony The E Epis- copal service was used. After the knot was tied the bridal party left the church to. the spirited notes of Mendelssohn wedding march. A reception was held at the home of the bride, after which the happy couple were escorted to the depot by 8 large number of friends and relatives where the last of their oood wishes and congratulations were uttered amid showers of rice and kisses. They boarded the evening train for Winsted, their future home. The booming of torpedoes gave them parting salute Mrand Mrs Heaton were the recipients of many useful and valuable presents.
Connecticut western news., 1896-04-16
MILL RIVER.

In the case of the commonwealth vs. Carrie Hall, the defendant waived ex animation and gave bonds for her sp- pearsnce at the Superior court in July.
 Robert Hayes has gone to Lee to work.
 Walter Crime has been out of doors. Glad that he is improving.
 On Tuesday evening the "Indepep- dent Club" will give sugar social, at the rooms on the corner, where the regular soclals have been held.
 Wm. H RhoAdes, who has position with Wolfe & Adams in Pittsfeld, was home over Sunday.
 Parish meeting of the Congregational Church. Monday of this week
 The Independent Club" met with the Misses Lulu and Maude Blodgett last Tuesday evening to finish their second quilt.
 Mrs and Mrs Warren Lsvally of Hol- yoke, MT and Mrs Patrick Head of Woonscocket, R l., MT and Mrs Mar tin Carr, of Westfeld, MT and Mrs John Shield of West Springfield, Miss Rosie Kelley of Westfield, Mrs Stephen Wrinkle of Holyoke, all relatives were here to attend the funeral of Mrs Ellen Shield last week.
 Michael Brennan Jr., formerly Of this town but re gently of Holy oke, has gone to New Haven as book sgt He is promising young fellow, and all wish him success
 Frank Seelsy's wife remains about the same with very little improvement. Her sister is taking care of her
 
 while drawing @ load of hay into barn in Egremont was thrown off from the top of the load and had a rib broken and sholder dislocated. He is son of James Murray of this place.
 Mrs Huntly, who has been very feeble all winter, is not as we'll, and Dr John Beebe, of Great Harrington, was called to counsel with Dr Ksrner Saturday.
Connecticut western news., 1896-04-16
Frederick w. EImore.

Frederick W Elmore died at Maple ton, Iowa Feb. 26, 1896. in the 6yth year of his age. He was born at North Canaan, Conn.,. Msy 25, 1927 He was a son of the late Lawyer John Fillmore who was fauiliarly called "Jack" Fl more. Ia early life he carried on tbe tannery near Winchester Center. He married Helen NJ. twin sister of Henry Drake of Winsted. and moved to Gslvs, Ill.,, where he resided until few yeais since when he purchased a farm ip Mapleton, Iowa. For a number oi years he was afflicted with a cancer ir the eye which finally resulted fatally He leaves two brothers, George ". oi Litchfield, Conn. and Theodore H. oi Csstana, Iowa. He also leaves a widow and four daughters. He experienced religion in 1850 and has been one of the best and noblest of Christians.
Connecticut western news., 1896-04-16
ASHLEY FALLS.
Death of Mrs LeRoy.

Surprised indeed were the friends and neighbors of Mrs Caroline LeRoy when, on last Saturday morning, she suddenly and quietly passed away at the age of 64 years. Though she had been in poor health for months, on the day preceding her death she was con- sidered better and sat iu her usual place with the family at the dinner table But at early dawn on Saturday she was suddenly called to "cross the river" and join her husband who died three years ago on the 7th of March.
 Mrs LeR0y was very quiet, amiable Christian character as manifested by her constant attendance at church when health permitted, and her never failing interest in the welfare of the Church. She will even be remem bered for her kindly sympathy and generous benevo- lence. The funeral was held at 230 o'clock Tuesday afternoon at her late residence. The attendance was very large. Services were conducted by Rev B Seeholzer of Canaan, assisted by Rev Wm. Wake of this village. MT Seehol- ger spoke beautifully of death, saying ''It is not death but sleep" ''The sting has been taken away" The musical selections rendered by the choir were Abide with Me" Gods W avs are the Best," and Meet me There" The casket was covered with a beautiful wreath and a large cluster of half blown roses-gifts of loving friends-while at the head stood pillow of elegant lil- ies and other choice flowers with "Mother" in purple in the center. At the foot of the casket stood the chair (most often occupied by Mrs LeRoy) which had been draped in black and tben trimmed with smilax and flowers, while near the top on 8 background of white immortelles rested the words "At Rest.
 A large concourse of friends and neighbors followed the remains to the cemetery and they extend to the be- reaved and immediate friends of the de- ceased their sympathy, and they will ever cherish kindly remembrance of her who has gone in and out among us as one with us for many years.
Connecticut western news., 1896-04-16
Death of Arthur Fields.

It is with sorrow that we are calle q upon to record the death of Arthur. son of Rev A W. Fields, of New Mari. boro, which occurred Sunday the 18th. inst. About 8 years ago he entered college to fit himself for the ministry. His health failed and for some IS months he has been battling with that dread disease, consumption, from which he has been a great sufferer at times, yet never complaining. On Sunday he fell asleep in the arms of that Saviour in whom he had trusted. Freed from pain and earthly cares he has gone to join the angels peaceful evermore. He is survived by his father, Rev A. W. Fields, one brother and one sister, who have the sympathy of the community in this sad bereavement J.
Connecticut western news., 1896-04-16
SHARON.

New firm in town, Dakin & Brown in place of A. R. Woodward.
 Miss Winons Munson returned home from an extended trip to New York, last Tuesday.
 Miss Emma Knight, who has been spending her Easter vacation at home, returned to her school in Newark, N J., Saturday.
 Clayton M. Card spent several days in New York city last week.
 Rev Simon Stevens and wife returned from conference. Friday of last week. We rejoice that they are to be with us another year.
 Ed. St Johns new residence is get ting along in fine shape, and when completed will be an ornament to the street.
 Albert Ro@ley. formerly of Sharon, now residing in New Haven, is visiting friends in town.
Connecticut western news., 1896-04-16
GREAT HARRINGTON.

Daniel F. Mitchell, son-in-law of the late John L. Dalrymple. who went to Belle View, Fla. for his health, died in that place Friday, He was born at Gallesheals, Scotland. in 1857 and came to America about 20 years ago. At first he worked in the woolen goods commis- sion house of Guillisrd X Co. in New York. In 1882 he arrived in this will lage and secured employment as design CT in the mills of the Berkshire Woolen Company When the Everett Woolen Company was organized he was made supe erintendent, which position he fill ed until the mill was shut down few years ago. After this for awhile he was superintendent of mill at Schaghti- coke, N. Y, and was employed for a short time at Peck's mill in Pittsfield. He went from Pittsfield to Norwich as superintendent at Hall Bros. woolen mill and while there employed he was taken with the grip and was obliged to return to his home in this village. By advice of doctor he went to Florida, but the southern climate only hastened his death. He was married eight years ago tu Miss Jennie O. Dalrymple, who survives him with three children. He is also survived by four brothers and four sisters. The remains of the de ceased arrived here Saturday evening. In the District Court Monday Harry Billings for drunkeness was sent to the state farm at Bridgewater for year. George W. Perdizet and John F. Bra zee, accused of breaking and entering Mellen's shoe store and also the ma. chine shop of the Endrick Woolen mill were put on trial Monday forenoon After hearing the evidence the court found there was probable cause and bound the prisoners over to the grand 1 jury in S400 each. As neither could secure bail they were committed to the county jail at Pittsfield to await the ac stolen goods were found and their owr attorney admitted their guilt.
 At the annual meeting of the Fire District Friday Merritt I. Wheeler wa, moderator. The meeting voted to re | build the Rosseter street sewer and have ] a new concrete side walk built from the corner of Dresser avenue to run nortf as far as Cottage street. A new walk or the east side of the village was also vo ted. The following appropriation | were made, street lights $3lOO. inciden tai expenses $500. sidewalks and crosi walks 5000, sinking fund $75O, new hose and jumper to be kept on Castle street 5000, rubber suits for 6remer S250. The old officers were reelected without opposition. Other bosines was not completed. and the meeting ad journed for two weeks.
 Edward M Addis, assistant manage of the electric light company. has re signed in order to accept of good DO sition with the Lee electric light com ] pany.
 The funeral of Daniel F. Mitchell whose death is mentioned above. wa held Sunday afternoon from the resi- dence of his mother-in-law on Wate street Rev L. D. Bliss, pastor of tn, Congregational Church. officiated
 The winter club met Tuesday eveninl at the home of Mrs John o. Wheeler.
Connecticut western news., 1896-04-16
MARVELLOUS RESULTS.

From letter written by Rev J. Gun- derman, of Dimondsle, Mich., we are permitted to make this extract: "I have no hesitation in recommending Dr Kings New Discovery, in the results were almost marvellous as the case of my wife. While I was pastor of the Baptist Church at Rives Junction sbe was brought down with Pneumonia succeeding La Grippe. Terrible psroxysms of coughing would last hours with little interruption and it seemed as if she could not survive them. A friend recommended Dr Kings New Discovery; it was quick in it's work and highly satisfactory in results" Trial bottles free at W. H. Camps Drug Store. Regular size b0c. and &l.OO.
Connecticut western news., 1896-04-16
EAsT CANAAN.
Miss Minnie Briggs visited relatives

Miss Minnie Briggs visited relatives in Thomsston last week.
 At the society meeting of the Conqre- gationsl Church last Saturday the old board of prudential committee and treasurer was reelected.
 The article in your local column last week stating that Mrs Corbit of this place was to move to Canaan is news 10 Mrs Corbit. The writer could not have understood how much we all are at. tached to our pleasant village "where every prospect pleases, and only"-
 Mrs Lydia Holt, who died iu Canaan last week, WAS many years resident of this place and we'll known. She was much respected and we are glad that in her last days she had good home and kind care given her.
 Tue Ladies' Aid meet Wednesday p m. with Mrs Henry Prescott.
 O. H. Underwood, of Hampton Juno. tion, N J., has been visiting A. B. Gar field s family.
Connecticut western news., 1896-04-16
LeodI Notices.
DIsTRICT of Cansan, ss Probate Court

nIsTRICT of Cansan, ss: Probate Court, U April II. A. D. ls96.s
 Estate of Russell Mansfield. late Of Canaan, In said district, deceased
 The administrator represented the estate insolvent after the expiration of the time lim- tied by the court for the presentation of claims therefore
 Ordered that Commissioners 10 receive and examine the claims of the creditors of said estate be appointed at the Probate Office in North Cansan. on the 23d day of April, A, D. 1896, at one o'clock in the afternoon and this Court directs said adm illustrator to give pub lie notice thereof by posting copy Of this order on the public sign-post in said Canaan. nearest to the place where the deceased last dwelt. and by advertising in some newspaper having a circulation in said Probate District, to all persons interested to appear, at said time and place and be heard relative to said appointment. at least i've days before the date of said hearing and return make to this Court Of the notice given.
 Attest: DAVID 0. WBITTLEsEY,
 Judge.
Connecticut western news., 1896-04-16
ELECTRIC BITTERS.

This remedy is becoming so we'll known and so popular as to need no special mention. All who have used Electric Bitters sing the same song of praise. A purer medicine does not ex- ist and it is guaranteed to do all that is claimed. Electric Bitters will cure all diseases of the Liver and Kidneys, will remove Pimples. Boils, Salt Rheum and other afft ctions caused by impure blood. Will drive Malaria from the system and prevent as we'll as cure all Malarial fevers For cure of headache. consti
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Connecticut western news., 1896-04-16
Peach Yellows.

John Slipey, of Suffield. who has made study of peach yellows, says that this disease is csused by 8 black flea one-eieht of an inch long, which enters the tree in April and lives in the trunk and branches till October, living on the sap. The remainder of the year the insect lives in the ground. As g cure Mir Sliney recommends sprinkline the tree with lime water and copperss when the insect first enters the tree.