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Matter of q Couple of Million.

Washington, August 1O.-Ihe William
Cramp & Sons Ship and Engineer Build
ing company of Philadelphia today
brought suit againt the United States
government in the court of claims to re-
cover damages alleged to have been in
CURED by the company in building, the
battleships Massachusetts,, Iowa and In
diana and the cruisers New York, Brook
Iyn and Columbia. The complainants
cite DELAYS and defaults of the United
States in furnishing the armor plate and
plans under the contracts as the basis of
the proceedings. The amount claimed
aggregates 81 1856, 149.
The Portland daily press., 1897-08-11

Turner, August lo.-Monday afternoon
H. Meader Hobbs and wife of Turner
village were out blueberrying. When the
shower came up at o'clock they took
refuge under tree. The tree was struck
by lightning and part of the discharge
took effect in Mr.. Hobbs head, killing
him instantly.
The Portland daily press., 1897-08-11
Post Office and Custom put,es.

Washington. August 10.-Acting Post.
master General Shellenbarger has issued
an order amending the postal regulations
relating to packages received from abroad
subject to customs duties. The amend
ment is for the convenience of customs
officers and provides for sending the pack
ages to the nearest cuttoms officers to he
examined by him and the duties assessed
1t will now also allow the package to be
returned to the customs officers after it
has passed from them to the address.
The Portland daily press., 1897-08-11
LYNN Has Fire Bug.

LYNN Mass, August 10.-No less than
fonr fires all, fortunately small, but all
of incendiary origin. broke out tonight in
various parts of the city and were ex-
tinauished without serious loss. The
entire fire department is under orders to
hold themselves in readiness for addit-
ional alarms during the night.
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Convention Was Harmonious.

Louisville, August lo.-Contrary to the
expectations of many the Republican
state convention, which was held in Music
hall in this city for the purpose of nomi-
mating clerk of the court of appeals.
was entirely harmonious in its work. The
state and national administrations were
endorsed and the civil service was opposed
along the lines laid down by the recent
Ohio Republican convention.
The convention nominated James G..
Bailey for clerk of the court of appeals.
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Scilly, August 10. 3. so p. m.-Passed,
steamer St. Paul, New York for South.
ampton.
Allowing her ten hours to complete the
run from the Scilly islands, she will
reach the Needles at $50 a. M, August
II, or "a minutes ahead Of her own rec
ord.
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New York, August 10 The executive
committee Of the Citizenss union met
today. Secretary Clark reported that up
to the present time over 10000 voters
had signed ballots favoring Seth Low for
mayor OF Greater New York. He also
said that the enrolment of new members
Of the union was between two and three
thousand per day.
The Portland daily press., 1897-08-11
Bound to Fight in Montevideo

London, August 10.-A despatch from
Montevideo says that the governments
organ asserts that the war will be re-
newed on the expiration of the armistice
of % days, signed on July %, between the
insurgents and the government troops.
It is assumed that the negotiations for a
compromise will fail.
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KLoBEDANz's GREAT WORK.
1t Has Been Equalled BY No Boston
Pitcher This Year.

Only Two Hits Made Off His Delivery Rv
the New Yorhs-seymour's Debut a
FIattering One-other Games.
Boston, August 1o.-The work of
Klobedanz in the box today was easily
the finest done by any Boston pitcher
this season, and the New Yorks were de-
feated by the smallest possible score.
But two men hit him safely, he gave but
one base on balls and received perfect
support. Only one New Yorker got as
far as second base. The only run scored
was made by Bergen in the fifth. Sey-
mour's Boston debut was flattering one
and he held the Bostons down to one
run and six hits. The score:
BOSTON
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Saw a COLLAPSED Ra,Ioon

London, August 11.-According to a
dispatch in the Daily Mail from Copen-
hagen, Capt. Mortensen of the bark
Anugar, bound from Dublin to Omega.
at the mouth of the Omega river on The
White sea, reports that on July 13, when
about two days sail east of North Cape,
the northern most point of Europe. then
being in Arctic waters, he saw COLLAPSED
balloon which he believed to be Herr
Andres.
The Portland daily press., 1897-08-11
STATE TOPICS OF INTEREST


Hon. f. E. Tim berlake, the bank ex-
aminer, and Clerk W. f. Ellis have thus
far examined 30 savings banks and loan
and building associations in the State.
The amounts of savings placed in banks
Y those whose earnings are small, but
:. no seem to be disposed to accumulate
hat they can, appear to be remarkably
rye, and will doubtless make a good
90 w ing when the deposits of this kind
S r the year are made up.
The Board of State Assessors will hold
meetings. IN York County as follows: AL
fred Court House, August "a. s a. m. :.
Biddeford City Hall, Wednesday, August
20, a. m. The Board is now in Wash
iington County. In the State it finds a
large increase over last year in the num-
Der OF young stock. This is decidedly
healthy condition of affairs, as it Indicates
that the farmers are showing a disposition
to go into cattle raising.
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& Unknown Mans Body Found.

Bangor, August 10.-A special to the
Wing from Danforth says: The body of
an unknown man was found in the river
today by some boys. No one is missing
from Danforth or vicinity and the man
is supposed to be woodsman.
Mrs. Mace l.. Lee of Bancroft fell down
stairs yesterday and died in few minutes
from her injuries.
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State Christian Endeavor convention at
Biddeford, August "a, 25, &c, 27:
TUESDAY EVENING.
Reception to visiting delegates. ggs
WEDNESDAY.
Early morning prayer meeting $50 to
7.l5; topic Prayer for the Convention
Blddeford meeting, Baptist church; Saco
meeting, Free Baptist church.
Second Congregational Church, Crescent
street.
9OO-Welcome y choir.
9.15-Devotional exercises.
9.50-Welcome of committee of '97, Rev
+. p. Estabrook, Biddeford
9.40-Welcolne of Twin City Pastors,
Rev. S. Fl: Emery, Saco.
9.50-Welcome of City of BiCdeford, W.
e. Youland
10 00-Response in behalf of visiting
Endeavorers, j. r. Branch, Bangor.
10.30-Singing.
10.3o-Convention sermon.
11.30-Presentation of Banners.
1l.15-Appointment of committees.
2.00-Evangelistic services, City
square, Biddeford; Pepperell square,
Saco.
2.15-Praise service; officers report.
2.30-Treasurer's report
2.35-Recording secretary report.
2. 45-Corresponding secretary's report
3.05-Singing.
.f0-President's annual address.
3.40-Junior superintendent report.
3.50-Floating superintendent report.
4.00-Chalk talk, n. S. Green, of Somer-
vile.
4.30-Adjournment.
7.30-Praise service; evening addresses,
Rev. Mr.. Berry, Portland; Rev. Ellison
r. Purdy, Portland
THURSDAY.
Early morning prayer meeting, 30 to
us; topic, 1.-THE Christian Endeavor
Pledge, Biddeford Baptist church; Saco,
Free Baptist church.
9.00-Praise service; workers day; sub
jects to be considered, Systematic Giving,
Mothers Society, intermediate Week,
Sabbath Observance.
2;!5-Praise services; address, Miss
Lillian Staple Mead, Adelaide, South
Australia.
7.I5-Praise service.
7.50-Address, Rev. Silas Mead, L. L.
D., Australia; address, Rev. Wayland
Hoyt, D. D., Philadelphia.
FRIDAY.
Early morning meetings, $50 to Z 49,
9.00-Endeayor excursion to Riddeford
Pool and Old Orchard Beach with open
air services at the beach.
Afternoon-Junior rally in the City
Opera house; afternoon speakers. Mrs. f.
E. Clark, Mrs. W. E. Youland, Miss
Belle Walton.
Evening-Address, Rev. DR.. Bedeley of
New York; conservation address, Rev.
Francis 70. Clark
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Tennis at sorrento.

Sorrento. August 10.--The tournament
for the tennis cham pionship of Maine
at the Hotel Sorrento, opened this morn
ing with beautiful weather and courts in
perfect condition. Thirty entries, great
er number than ever before, including a
number Of well-known players, were
enrolled. Summary:
preliminary Round.)
c. Budlong beat S. M. Merrill go, 6-1.
E. r. Marvin beat G. Cochran SO, 6.3.
j. c. Davidson beat P. T. Chase by
default.
e. C. Ross beat j. T. Spring, 60, 60.
A. L.Williston beat E. S. Foster 60, 90.
r. M. Rotch beat W. Edwards 81, 6-3.
p. r. Proctor beat A.. Cochrane 81, Ga.
e. P. Colly beat Ed Blodgett 81, 6-3.
H L. Elmer beat W. D. Dexter Ga 60
j. M. Edwards beat A. K. Cushman,
60, 6-3.
S. H. Derb beat j. Wilson, 90, 81.
G. p Dodge beat r. McKittrick 6-S,
81, 6-2.
G. B. Haskell beat W. Fuller, 6-2, 60.
X. Hooker beat J. Wasland by default.
First Round
G. r. Budlong beat P. W. Whittemore
6.2, 60.
G. P. Dodge beat G B. Haskell 81, 81.
The Portland daily press., 1897-08-11

For any of those unexpected emergen-
c.es common to children in the summer.
Dr.. Fowler's Ext of Wild Strawberry is
~ unfailing cure. 1t is NATURES specific
for summer complaint in all Its forms.
The Portland daily press., 1897-08-11

anything so rash, and did not know that
he carried revolvers.
Mrs. Willis is historical over the affair
and the rest of the family is Frustrated.
The Portland daily press., 1897-08-11
No Time Should Be Lost

IN commencing the use of proper med
icine for the relief of cough, for unless
this is done serious consequences may
follow. There is nothing better for this
purpose than
Wishart's Pine Tree Tar Cordial.
The Portland daily press., 1897-08-11
Young willis Only Eighteen Years Old.

Taunton, Mass, August 1O.-Eyerett
B. Willis, who attempted to effect the
escape of his brother from Charlestown
prison is morning, is IS years old this
month, and resembles his brother very
much in appearance. He has in this city
disposition, and according to his mother
has been very nervous since the arrest of
his brother.
Mrs. Willis saw Everett off this morn
ing for Boston, but says she had no
reason to suspect that he contemplated
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G. E. STATE CONVENTION.
Programme for the Meetings at Biddeford
Next Week.

Following is the programme of the
State Christian Endeavor convention at
Biddeford, August "a, 25, &c, 27:
TUESDAY EVENING
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Ornament Won.

Detroit, August 10.-Ornament won
the international derby at the Detroit
jockey clubs opening day at Crosse
Pointe. Ornament took the lead at the
start and was never hurried, winning
in gallop in 2.36. He crossed the line
lengths in front, Meadow Thorpe was
easily second, and Moncreith third The
distance was / la miles. The race was
worth $S,o65, of which 81 ,oe5 went to the
first horse.
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Races at Brighton

New York, August 10.-The attendance
at Brighton beach today was larger than
that of yesterday. The best race was the
Flight handicap at five furlongs. in
which Rubicon showed his ability by
picking up 1873 pounds, giving weight to
a lot OF good ones and winning in hard
drive
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1897-06-01

OFFERS to the people of jefferson County
Insurance in a safe Company at the actual
cost of insurance, which is much cheaper than
the rates usually charged. and keeps the money
at home. Good risks from responsible parties
are invited.
Executive Committee meets every Friday
DIRRcroRs-Jos. Trapnell, Henry B. Daven-
port, j. Garland Hurst, John w; Rider, w b.
II. Lewis, R. Preston Chew, VIM; L. wilson,
Eupene baker, s. W. Washington, Fl. L. Snyder,
WIN. c. Frasier. John II. little, Jacob S.
Melvin, z. G. w Herr, Isaac H. Strider.
1. H. STRIDER.. ............ President
II. B. DAVENPORT..... ....-..... treasurer
EXECUTIVE CoMMITTEE-J. g. Hurst, VIM.
H T Lewis, Eugene Baker, Isaac III. Strider
Jos. Trapnell, s. w. Washington.
LocAL s.-Aliddleway-J. g. Shirley
Harper's Ferry-Chas. H. Trail; Shepherds
town.. s. Fleming; Charlestown-Washing
ton & Alexander
Jan. ~. 1S92-odp12, TO-
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Additional trains leave Baltimore for Union
Bridge and Intermediate Stations ut 1917 q
m. aud G, 10 D. M, and leave Union Bridge for
Baltimore ut sos q. M, and Il. so p. m, daily,
except Sunday.
DAILY. All others Daily, except Sunday.
fStops only to land passengers from Baiti
j. VI. HOOD, Pres't- and GenI Man'gr.
B. H. GRISW0LD, Gen1 Pass Agent
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Mixed trains northbound leaves WinchesteF- =
at SIS and as p M Arrive at Harper's
Ferry at S.55 p. m. and % a. m.
CONNECTIONS.
Train 40S connects at Harper's Ferry with
Fast Limited Express train leaving at $40 p.
m. arriving at Chicago 6. 80 a. M; aud at ia
D. NJ arriving at Cincinnati at 7.45 n, m, st.
Louis 600 p. M; and connects at Weayerton
with train arriving ut Hagerstown at al p.
m and ut Washington Junction with train
arriving at Frederick ut 1.55 p. m.
Train 4I6 connects with Fast Ycstibule train
at Harper's Ferry at 9:44 p. m. for Chicago at
1921 D. m. for Pittsburg and l:5S a. IN. for
Cincinnati and st. Louis. Arrive at Pitts
burg at ZOO a. M, Chicago at 9:45 p. m. Gin
cipnatti at p. M, and st, Louis ESQ q. M.
Pullman Palace Sleeping Cars are run
through to Cincinnati, st. Louis, and Chicago
on all express trains.
For rates. tickets, baggage checked, apply
to any Office of the b. s o. X. r., or to q. f.
Dudrow, Travelling Passenger Agent, Win
chester, Virginia.
W NJ. GREENE, Gen,l Manager.
D. B. MARTIN, Man'gr Pass Traffic.
Auril IL. 1897.
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NoRTHwARD.

The above trains run daily, except Sunday,
and arrive at and depart from Pennsylvania
Passenger Station. Washington. d. c. where
both trains make immediate connection forand
from Baltimore. Philadelphia aud New York
For Nap Folders, Through Ticket Rates,
DC, apply to nearest agent, or write to L. g.
Brown, General Agent Passenger Department,
Washington, ID. Z.
W. H. GREEN, GenT supt.
). VI. CULPrTraffic Mgr
h25, 81. ". A. TURK. GenT pass. Agt
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Before the horse is stolen. Purify and
enrcih and vitalize your blood and build
up your physical system before disease
attacks you and serious sickness comes.
Hoods Sarsaparilla will make you strong
and vigorous and will exPel from your
blood all impurities and germs of disease.
Take Hoods Sarsaparilla now.
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Western Maryland R. R !.
CONNECTING WITH

CONNECTING WITH
P. & r. r. at Shippensburg and Gettysburg /,
Norfolk 81 Western r. r. at Hagerstowni
B.&O.R-R r. at Hagerstown and Cherry
Run; Penna. R. r. at Bruceyille and
Hanover; p. W. & B., n. c.
aud B. & p. Railroads
at Union Station,
Baltimore. Md.
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NV Foundry Department.

Will make all kinds of Castings from pat
terms or old pieces of casting. Also have pat
terms for Crate Bars for Traction or Portable
Engines of Tricks make and others, Make
Sash-Weights for Buildings of all sizes, in
large quantities lower than the lowest, and l
am prepared to make all kind of Brass Cast
ings I keep on hand the Challenge Pump,
and Water Elevator and Purifier, for deep
Wells and Cisterns. of which l have all ex-
ira Chains Cranks, Wheels &c.
Agent for the GROWN WHEAT DRILL.--
Would he pleased if any one in need OF a Drill
before purchasing elsewhere would give me a
call.
WIN thank the public generally for share
of their patronage. Yours respectfully,
JOHN G. WELLER.
Address P. o. Box ST.
September II, 1889.
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Music Lessons.

MADAM and MISS BERTHA RUHL win
vi resume their class in Vocal and Instru-
mental Music Sept. End, 1895. at their resi-
dcnce on the corner of Samuel and Liberty
streets, and any one wishing Vocal or Instru-
mental Lessons will save time and money by
taking from them. They will teach Vocal in
class and special, and Instruments as follows.
Piano, Organ, Violin. Guitar and Banjo.
Also Sight Reading, Theory and Harmony
Terms moderate.
Aug. 20, 1875.
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Nos. 10 and Daily. Nos. 1, ?, 3, 4, 5. g. q.
and s, Daily, except Sunday.
Connection for all stations on Cumberland
Valley Railroad aud Pennsylvania Railroad
system J. F. BOYD, Supt-
H. 4. RIDDLE, Gen. Pass. ACT.
Nav %. 1897.
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sARVEN WHEELS,

universally pronounced the best wheels made.
REPAIRING A SPECIALITY.
have established Carriage Repository at
Upperville, Fauquier county. Persons deslr-
ug vehicles at the above place, during my alb
sence can leave their orders with w. Richard
son, druggist.
Thankful for the liberal patronage extended
to me from Clarke, Jefferson and adjoining
counties, respectfully ask u continuance ofthe
same. GEO. Z. THOMAS.
February %. 1851.
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George l. Travis,

DESPECTFULLY announces to his friends
HI and the public that has removed to the
room in rear of Watson House Saloon.
My shop has been Thoroughly Furnished and
Improved. with the Best Patent Spring Chairs,
&c. is large and roomy. and 1 shall constan tly
have the services of a competent assistant
Pro npness. neatness and politeness my motto.
April g. 1890.
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Plain sewIng Wanted.

NJ RS KATE MANUEL desires to announce
vi that she is prepared TO do all kinds Of
Plain Sewing All work entrusted to her viii
oe executed neatly, promptly and upon reason
able terms Residence on north East alley,
second house below Mrs. Buttons.
February q 1902
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BLACKS METHING,

Light or Heavy, in frst-class manner,
Special attention paid to Repairing Mill
SpiudIes. 1 have one of the latest improved
Turning Lathes which cannot be excelled in
the state for Turning Iron aud Chasing Sorrows,
large and small. either Iron or Brass. Keep
on hand Pipe of all sizes, and am prepared to
Cut Threads, or Screws or the same, also
keep on hand all kinds of Brass Cocks; Globe,
Angle and Check Valves of Jenkin- Bros. Pa
tent Seats of Philadelphia; all sold under
Guarantee of thirty days and if not found sat
fsfactory return and l will refund the amount
paid / keep in stock Packing of different
kinds for making Steam-Tight Joints; also
manufacture the Sun-Fish Plow. improved. in
three different sizes, US follows; Heavy
Three-Horse, Two and Three, and regular
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HOOPS PILLS are the favorite family
cathartic. Easyto take, gentle. mild, 25c.
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BerruyNle, Clorke County, "a.

r HAVE for years built large variety OF va
they have been in use among our people. and
have given satisfaction in every instance as lar
as have been able to ascertain. Through this
experience have learned what vehicles suit the
people best and what are best adapted to thei-
wants. l manufacture handsome wagon
ns the
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cred his body.
"Iwas in a hor-
rib1e fix" he
says, land the
more tire at
nlent I receiv-
ed, the worse /
seemed to get.
A New York
specialist said
he could cure
me, but his
treatment did
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b. 81 O.
RAILROAD
NORTHWARD.

Time Table in
effect Mar. 90, = 4,
until further notice.
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Southern Railway.
SOUTHWARK.

CondensedTime Tables, in Effect May 9, 1897.
Grains daily, except Sunday.
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Whifnev Side-BarSpring

very neat and stylish in appearance, and very
pleasant riding wagon. Also all styles and pat
terms of Carriages, Buggies, Jaggers, Jenny
Linds and Ph;etons. L keep on hand a large
notice Prices suited to the times, and satisfac-
ton guaranteed. liberal discount allowed on
old vehicles in exchange for new ones. use
oil the Old Reliable
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1897-06-01

To Al Whom II May Concern:
/ take this method of announcing to the
farming community of Jefferson and adjoining
counties, that I do all kinds of Machine Re
pairing, such as Traction and Portable En-
gines Wheat Threshers, Grain Drills, Wheat
Fans, Corn Shelters. and in fact all kinds of
Repairing, in both Wood and Iron; also make
Smoke Stacks for Stationary and Portable En-
gines, Patching Steam Boilers, and putting in
new hews or tubes. Am prepared to do all
kinds of
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CAN sell you Fresh Cow, and snIt you,
L @, =. WALL
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Train 405 and 40l connects with southern
r X. at Sfrasburg Junction at 1880 and 7.404E,
D. m for Harrisonburg and points on Vallel y
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FOUNDRY
AND
Machine shops.

situated on Berryyiile Turnpike, within the
Corporate Limits OF Charlestown.
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Dress M aking.

Mrs Virginia Souders desires TO give notice
that she is prepared to do all kinds of Dress :
Making, at her home on North West street.
Has the latest styles and fashions. Returns
thanks for past patronage, and invites ladies
wishing work done to give her 4 call.
Feb. 25-tf
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Train 40S and 436 connects with Southern
r. r. at Harrisenburg at 200 a M and SIS
D. M, for Strasourg Junction and Harper's
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1897-06-20
ATTRACTIONS AT TIE PEQUOT HOUSE.

New-London, Conn. is one Of tho many places
on the Shore Line OF the NewYork and New-Havcn
Railroad where the summer population is made up
largely OF New-York people. who go there 10 escape
the heat and 10 enjoy the fresh and salt water
sports which the place offers.
The Pcquot House is of the features Of that
part OF the country, and the comforts which II
offers It's pleasant situation and superior manage
ment have conduced 10 increase the popularity Of
New-London and vicinity. II stands on a buf
overlooking Long Island Sound one side and
the New-London harbor the other; II is sur
rounded by fine trees, and the guests OF the house
enjoy the rare combination OF inland country and
senshore life
The finish Of the famous 'four-n,ile course Of the
Thames" on which the Yale and Harvard crews
from the hotel and many exciting Contests tn,e
place there every year. The fishing also attracts
many lovers. Of the sport to the place. and ample
quest OF blucnsh from the Race who wish to
angle in the salt water along the shore.
sports find ample sources for amusement and
pastime at the Pequot House. The drives and
walks are along well-kepi and beautifully shaded
reliable people is maintained In connection with
the place for the accommodation Of the guesis
Concerts are given by the hotel orchestra every
day. and during the season dances arranged
in the hotel parlors at frequent intervals.
Besides the hotel proper. there a number OF
furnished cottages In connection with tho Pe1uot.
for the accommodation OF families These are Of
various sizes and contain from six twelve rec ms
each. The occupants OF the cottages have all the
advantages of hotel service and board. and also
the s,ric,est privacy The cottages may be rented
rates.
blanchard & Hager are the proprieiors Their
ST. Augustine, Fla, has made them IA favorabiy
known 70 many tourists, who WI! be equally well
the season viii be 81 day and upward. but special
weekly rates VIII DO made on application.