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San Antonio daily light. [volume] (San Antonio, Tex.) 1886-1907, 1897-05-10
FIFTY-Slx is A FATAL AGE.
Many Distinguished Men Have Died
at Two Score and Sixteen Years.

at Two score ard sixteen ears.
Among the men and women of genius
there seems to be a strange fatality con-
nected with the age of So. Some of the
most renowned characters of the world
have died on reaching that limit, includ-
ing Dante, the Italian poet; Hugh Ca
pet, king of France; Henry VIII, king
of England; Henry w., emperor of Ger
many; Paganini, Italian violinist; Alex
ander Pope, the English poet; George
Sala, English orientalist; Marcus Au-
relius, emperor of Rome; Frederick l.,
king of Prussia; John Hancock, Ameri-
can statesman; Maria Louisa, empress
of France; Phillip Messenger, English
dramatist; Saladin, the great sultan of
Egypt; Robert Stephenson, English en-
gineer; Scipio Africanus, Roman gen.
eral; Helvetius, French philosopher and
author; Henry IL, the first of the Plan
tagenet line; the elder Pliny, Roman
naturalist and author; Julius Caesar,
Charles Kingsley, English author; Juan
Prim, Spanish general and statesman;
Henry Knox, American revolutionary
general; Thomas Miflin, American pa
triot; Won Tromp, Dutch admiral;
Abraham Lincoln; MarTyat, the novel;
list; George Whitefeld, English founder
of Calvinistic MethOdism; Robert Dud-
ley, earl Of Leicester, favorite of Queen
Elizabeth; Johann Casper Spurzheim,
German physician and phrenologist,
and Frederick H., emperor of Germany
San Antonio daily light. [volume] (San Antonio, Tex.) 1886-1907, 1897-05-10

set the four after The beast. Away they
went, and about dark started four
others. They ran till morning, and then
1 started the last four. The coyote saw
the fresh dogs coming, for he had
stopped, but he didn't stop long. The
four dogs were the biggest and ugliest
in the lot-Reg, Mart, Set and Kineo.
They sailed forth after the coyote, and
it took a straightaway course, not cir
cling any more. The dogs overlook
the beast IA miles away, on Henry's
ranch, and killed it. l haven't seen a
coyote here SINCE"
San Antonio daily light. [volume] (San Antonio, Tex.) 1886-1907, 1897-05-10
story of Wise Cat.

There is in the treasury department
at Washington a cat that understands
English perfectly. His name is Tom,
ard when addressed he will quickly re-
spond, even waking out of sound
sleep to so toward the speaker. Some
times, to confuse him, the clerks will
sing out some word or words in which
the syllable Tom is emphasized, and to
that he pays no attention. Bullet any
one call: Tom, it's dinner time!" and
forthwith he walks across the room,
reaches up with his paws to a tin pail,
claws it down and comes bringing it
in his mouth. Tom is passionately fond
of music. At the cry of "Hand organ!"
he climbs to high window seat, but at
the words Here's dog!" he sinks I'M
der a desk.
San Antonio daily light. [volume] (San Antonio, Tex.) 1886-1907, 1897-05-10
HIS FIRST REFUSAL.
Cross Policeman and IA Passing Ma
trOn Have a TIFF.

Cross Policeman and n Passing Ma
trOn Have Il TIFF.
There is big policeman at one of the
crossings on Fifth avenue whose duty
it is to prevent people from immolat-
ing themselves on the altar of their own
carelessness, and to this end he beckons
and warns and invites by a wave OF
his friendly hand or d command of his
stentorian voice. vt the same time he
smiles in the most reassuring manner,
says the Chicago Tribune.
A few days ago, when the mud was
spread in liquid abundance over that
portion OF Chicago, this policeman
beckoned to stately matron of ma
ture years TO cross between an incom-
ing street car and an outgoing dray,
with several minor vehicles wedged be-
tween. But the matron refused with a
severe shake of her dignified head and
waited.
Come over, l tell you" roared the
big Policeman, with his regulation
smile.
She waited until nothing movable
was in sight, and without deigning to
notice the man of helmet and visor
sailed past his outstretched hand. 4
broad smile was or his weather beaten
face, as, nothing daunted by the scorn
Of the naughty dame, he said:
You're the first gur-r-l that ever re-
fused me-
The astonished woman looked at him
in frozen establishment, but the beam
ing smile ON his broad face was too
much for her.
Il believe it," she said, with an an
swering smile, as she went her way.
San Antonio daily light. [volume] (San Antonio, Tex.) 1886-1907, 1897-05-10
THE oLD-TIMg SAND MAN.
A Figure and n Business That Have
Wholly Disappeared.

Here's your white sand, black sand:
White sand,
White sand and black sand,
Now, here's your white sand,
Black sand MANI
Such were the words sung by the
melodious voices of a few robust col
ored men through the streets of Wash
ington, says the Star, half a century
ago; but the sand man and his business
have entirely disappeared, for no longer
the market exists for the material. The
white sand was then used for scrubbing
purposes and sanding floors, and the
black sand for use on manuscript to
dry the ink. While large quantities
were used in the departments, many
stores and Offices, as we'll as families,
were the consumers. and in some fami-
San Antonio daily light. [volume] (San Antonio, Tex.) 1886-1907, 1897-05-10

-Pesky flies are a nuisance Get your
houses screened. All sizes at Ed.
Stoves & Sons stiff
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her recovery. Mrs Barnes of Roxbury is caring for her.
 Mrs Charles Minor and son of Sandy Hook visited her mother, Mrs E. W. Smith, Tuesday.
 Mrs Fred Elsenboss called on friends in this place, Monday.
 Mrs H. Jessup of Bridgwater was the guest of Mrs Laura Welton, recently.
 H. W. Bristol of New Milford and Miss Mamie Smith of Hawleyville called on Miss Hattie Bristol, Sunday.
 Mrs Charles Roswell spent day last week with Mrs Waiter Bristol.
 Mrs David Barnum is entertaining Mrs Bedau of Brookfeld.
 Mir and Mrs A. M. Worden and daugh- ters of this place, also John Wentch of South Britian, attended party in New Fai' field, Tuesday evening.
 MT and Mrs Isaac Smith visited friends in Roxbury, Monday.
 Mrs L. Beach, who has been caring for Mrs J. Beach, has returned to her home in Bridg eport.
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WHITE HILLS AND VICINITY.

 The Hive of Bees are to be entertain. ed at Mrs ". c. Hubbell's, Friday after noon of tt IS week. If stormy on Satur- day. All are invited.
 Mrs Walter Hubbell moved to shelton, on Monday, into the cottage at Wood side," owned by Theodore Perry. Fred Drew moved .his family and household goods to the Hubbell farm, which he has bought.
 MT Washburn, formerly of Long Island, is occupying the Bryant home stead in company with MT Bartlett. Miss Annie Walters, who visited with friends here, recently returned to her home, last week, in New York City.
 Miss Edith Nichols spent last week at D. A. Nichols. Nicholas Wakely has done efficient work in clearing the roads from the re- cent snow drifts.
 "The News Letter. is out again, this week, in all it's "Glory," and judging from the sale is eagerly sought after. Thanks are due Rev MT Sauer and Thomas Bartlett in their efforts with the paper.
 Mrs Henry Buckingham has the largest collection of plants and flowers of any on the Hill.
 Gould Tomlinson is improving and will soon be out again.
 Rev c. c. Sauer and George Drew spent several days in Hartford, this week. The pastor assisted his friend and co-worker in extra meetings.
 Rev G. c. Sauer gave 8 fine sermon on Sunday last. The subject, 1.-The word grew and multiplied" It was full of thoughts of helpfulness. Next Sunday the pastor wishes all the children to be present.
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GREENFIELD HILL.
PERSONAL AND CHURCH AFFAIRS.

PERSONAL AND CHURCH AFFAIRS.
 Miss Cora L. Perry has spent few days with friends in Mt Vernon, N. Y. Andrew Wakeman resumed his duties at Hartford, last Tuesday. D. c. Smith has purchased the tract of woodland adjoining his house and is clearing off the wood. The Misses Palmer of Congress street have returned to Bridgeport. J. c. Lobdell is slowly recovering from his recent illness.
 The many friends of Miss Mary c. Full l ton of New York, formerly of this place, were saddened to hear of her death which occurred last week. Her body was found, Monday, in retired place in Bronx Park dead from the effect of ipoison, admins tered by her own hand. The cause of the suicide is said to be the effect of i'll health causing morbid dependency. The re- mains were brought to Southport, Thurs day, and inferred in Oaklawn cemetery.
 Miss Bronson made her formal entre into society, Thursday evening, Febru. ary 4, at dance given by her parents.
 MT and Mrs Frederick Bronson, at their
 home, 174 Madison avenue, New York. The rooms were elaborately decorated
 with palms and flowers. Miss Bronson
 was gowned in soft white mousseline de
 soie, over white satin ribbons. I Miss A. c. Burr is visiting friends ir
 Brooklyn, New York. II Banks North school is closed on ac lcount of the illness Of the teacher, Mis- Jennings.
 Miss Jessie Lobdell has been quite siel
 with the measles, her many friends hop for 8 speedy recovery.
 Religious services were held in Safe
 Guard chapel, Tuesday evening, Febru
 ary 18, at z. 30 p. m., and on Wednesda.
 evening at Deerfield school house at tn ? same hour.
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LitchfieJd County News.
BETHLEHEM.

WHAT THE BIOGRAPHICAL REVIEW SAYS
 ABOUT CORNELIUS c. PARMELEE.
 Cornelius c. Parmelee, an influential citizen of Bethlehem, who is now en- gagged in general farming, was born in this town on December 10, 1929. His parents, Timothy Judson and Mahala (Stone) Parmelee, and his grandparents, Lyman and Sarah (Judson) Parmelee, were all residents of Bethlehem. Lyman Parmelee was born in Roxbury. In the earlier part of his active life he was devoted to agricultural pursuits, and later he was profitably engaged in He died at the age of 80 in
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in the interest of the Rogers & Hubbard Fertilizer Co.,, of Middletown.
WOODBURY.

VILLAGE AND PERSONAL JOTTINGS.
 Lawyer Cothren of Woodbury, being No. 45 in date of admission to the Society of the Sons of the American Revolution, now having membership of over 1000, and No. 241 of the national society of the order, which numbers many thousands, has recently been invited by friends to accept membership in the new order of Founders and Patriots of America. He is eligible to membership by reason of being lineal descendant in the eighth generation of Samuel Palmer, who fought as private in King Phillips war in 1875.
 Edson Cowles has removed to his new ly purchased homestead.
 Mrs Alice Ashington of Waterbury wis. ited her parents, MT and Mrs N. B. Bur ton, last week.
 The Middlebury Grange visited the Woodbury Grange, this week.
 Veterinary Atwood had a runaway, last week. The horse was stopped at l.. E. Curtis.
 Howard Cartright has put up 8 home made telephone between his house and that of his father in Cat Swamp district, which works nicely.
 Edward W. Atwood, 8 native of Wood bury, died at his home in Bridgeport Monday, the Sth, aged IS years. He used to manufacture German silver goods in the Hollow for many years.
 Mrs N. B. Burton returned, last week from visit to her daughter in Water bury.
 Rev MT Freeman being on the sick list Sunday, Prof Boyd read sermon in tn First church.
 ". s. Bruin is painting the property Q Dea Linsley.
 The Woman's club met at Dea Charle H. Smiths, Friday, February 12. Sut ject, ssFads and Fashions Z
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ROXBURY.

MT Jones of Orton has been quite ill attend to his business again.
 Rev w. D. Humphrey is spending 8 few days in New York.
 The Episcopal sociable held, last week at MT and Mrs Frank Pierce's twas largely attended about 70 enjoyed the hospitality of the host and hostess. Remus New ton kindly carried jolly party of 10 from the Station in his large farm wagon.
 An entertainment for the benefit of the Congregational church and to take the place of the sociable will be given in the Town hall, Friday evening, under the management of Mrs Eugene Ward.
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OXFORD.

MAIL CARRIER LEWIS ALWAYS ON TIME.
 Notwithstanding the depth of snow, last Saturday morning, as well as the morning following the heavy snow of Thursday, January 2S, our faithful and efficient mail carrier, Clark Lewis of Southford, was promptly on time both mornings.
 Miss Bertha Robinson, bookkeeper and stenogra pher of the Brady Manufactur- ing Go. of Derby, spent Sunday at her home in the Center.
 Sunday morning was another. cold one, the thermometer showing from six to eight degrees below zero.
 Deputy Sheriff F. W. Hubben is suffer- ing severe attack of tonsilitis and rheu matic difficulties. He is attended by Dr Barnes.
 Henry C.. Williams is serving as juror on the Sparano case in New Haven.
 Dr Lewis Barnes was called to South ington, last Thursday, by the sudden ill- ness of his brother, John Barnes, prom inent and respected citizen of that town, by severe attack of paralysis.
 c. W. Cable attended his sister, Mrs M. A. Doolittle of Seymour, on visit with their brother, H. R. Cable in Or ange county, N. Y., last Friday morn ing, returning Monday noon so as to re. sume his jury duty in New Haven, Tues day.
 A hash and pancake supper for the be1 eft of the Episcopal church is to be held at the residence of Mrs Laura Flaw ley on Chestnut Tree Hill, next Monday evening, the 22d. An enjoyable occasion is anticipated. All are invited.
 Quite number of the young people of town were made happy, Saturday and Monday, as the recipients of valentines, presumably from their most favored sweethearts.
 The sleighing has not been better this winter than Sunday and Monday. Sun- day the main street through the Center had the appearance of boulevard in the city from the number of pleasure seekers taking sleigh rides.
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Fairfield County News.
HUNTINGTON.
THE CENTER AND VICINITY.

THE CENTER AND VICINITY.
 George Hicox, Jr., has been Ill but is recovering.
 Meth Williams and family have moved from A. s. Smiths to Theodore Boards house in Wells Hollow.
 Mrs Duncan Mcdonald is caring for Miss Jane Hurd.
 Mrs M. B. Norton is teaching small class in German.
 The Booths Hill school is closed for 8 week, the teacher, Miss Ida Williams, be- ing ill.
 Miss Verna Crandall has been on the sick list. An invalid aunt of Mrs Charles E, 1 Quick is boarding with her. Angus Mcdonald has moved his family from Joseph Martins place to John Per rvs house in Shelton. On Thursday afternoon of last week : large number of the men of this place az sembled to help Charles E. Quick raise his new barn. When their afteruoon'i work was finished they were invited int the house and very generously served with cake and coffee. l The temperance conferences ant ] sociables are becoming more an,
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Southford called on MT and Mrs Gran vile Warner one day, last week.

Southford called on MT and Mrs Gran vile Warner one day, last week.
 c. B. Johnson has span of heavier team horse to take the place of the one he lost.
 MT Bradley of Waterbury led the ser vice, Sunday, at J. Brennan's.
 Ernest Stowe lost one of his horses, but purchased another to take it's place.
 Bertie Tucker of Stepney has called on old neighbors in this place.
 Mrs E. E. Burr is on the sick list. She is suffering with spinal trouble.
 C.B. Johnson was sick for few days, but is out again.
 Granville Warner is very slowly im- proving.
 The young people of this place will give masquerade ball in the Town hall, Wednesday evening. Something lover 100 invitations are out.
 Mrs Futile and Florence Harvey are convalescent.
 MT Dudley and Miss Mosher spent Sunday in Great Hill.
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Pennsylvania, where he passed the last few years of his life. His wife also lived to be 80 years of age. Lyman and Sarah (Judson) Parmelee reared seven children: Arzs, Revillo, Charles, Timo- thy Judson, Mary, Sarah and Susan. Timothy Judson Parmelee was born in Bethlehem. He established a reputa- tion as an expert builder of stone walks, and he was also successful farmer. He died in 1s45, in his 46th year, his wife reaching the age of 57. Four children were born to them, namely Cornelius c. and Cornelia, twins, the former the subject of this sketch, the latter the wife of Joseph L. Mckay, of Waterford, Pa., and the mother of one child, William Me- Kay; Fidelia, who was born in 1881, married George s. Gould, and died in 1887; and Sarah J., who died in child hood. Cornelius c. Parmelee was reared and educated in Bethlehem. He learned the carriage making trade, and 1t was he who built the first one-horse carriage used in Bethlehem. For 15 years he was engaged in stock dealing, travelling constantly in the pursuit of his business. He finally settled on the farm in Bethlehem where he now re- sides, engaged in agricultural pursuits, In which he is eminently successful. He has 2 well improved estate, and is one of the most prosperous farmers of the locality. MT Parmelee's first wife, whom he married in 1851, Lucy Allen, daughter of Amos Allen, of Bethlehem, died in 1859, at the age of 31, leaving three children: Cornelia E wife of Edward Kaveney, who has one child Robert G.; Martha A., wife of John Summers, who has three children George Anson, Amer (deceased), ani Homer; and Mary E, wife of V Dwight Judson, who has one child Vera F. In 1867 MT Parmelee married
 Miss Caroline L. Thompson, daughte
 and only child of James and Laur'
 (Parker) Thompson, of Bethlehem
 James Thompson died in his 18th year
 and his wife attained the age of s1. B,
 his second marriage MT. Parmelee ha
 one son, James T., born in 1875. In pol
 itics MT Parmelee is republican
 When young man he was 30 enthusias
 tic in hls support of John c. Fremor
 that with three other men he vowed h
 would never touch razor to his face
 Fremont should be defeated. This vo'
 he has religiously kept. going unshave
 since the election of James Buchanan i
 1857.
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The death of James Atwood occurred on Saturday. His sickness was first measles, which developed more serious complications and caused his death. He leaves wife. The funeral was held on Tuesday.
 The place formerly known as the Will liam Hayes place has been recently sold by Julius Galpin to Swede. We are sorry this necessitates the removal of Fred Lyon and his interesting family, but we hope they may find home among us and not leave town.
 Mrs George Mansfield has had another i'll turn.
 Mrs Frank Stoughton and son visited her mother in New Milford on Monday.
 F. P. Hayes visited New Haven and Derby. last week.
 P. L Waldron has been travelling ex- tensively in this state aud Massachusetts
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ing, February 21. The whole interior of the building has been very thoroughly renovated and is very much improved.
 The sociable given by the Ladies' Aid society at the home of Mir and Mrs George M( Clellan, Thursday evening, February II, was much enjoyed by those who attended. A fine supper was served and during the evening members of Je- rome Mays baDJo club entertained the company with fine selections.
 Mrs N. Warner has been caring for her daughter in Bridgeport.
 The whist club met at Mrs U. B. Nich- ols', last week.
 Miss May s. Nichols has so far recov- cred from her recent illness, as to be able to resume her work st South Manchester.
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FAIRFIELD.
HILL AND VICINITY.

HOYDEN's HILL AND VICINITY.
 MT and Mrs Charles Salmon of Lyons Plains have visited at E. B. SherHood's.
 Little Harold Jennings has been quite sick with a severe cold or grip, but is conYelescing. Miss Ada Jennings is improving nicely of the measles. E. B. Sherwood had very sick horse, Sunday night. Dr Martin of Bridgeport was called and after several hours work obtained relief.
 MT and Mrs Charles Jennings have visited his brother, George Jennings, in Easton.
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more interesting. The one held with s. T. Buckingham on We'd nesday evening, the 10th, was richly enjoyed by those present, In 8. profitable discussion of different phases of the subject. The next gathering will be on Wednesday evening, the 24th inst, with F. N. Potter, when question box will be introduced. If stormy on Wednes- day evening the meeting will be held the next night.
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NEW MILFORD.
MERRYALL AND VICINITY.

MERRYALL AND VICINITY.
 Rev MT Ockford of Marketable will hold services in the chapel Sunday, Feb Fruary 2l, at 3 p. m.
 Mir and Mrs John Bates, also Mir and Mrs Harry Ives of New Milford attended the service at the chapel, last Sunday.
 Born, February II, daughter to Mr and Mrs Garwood Shultz.
 Henry Jacus is recovering from the measles.
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LACES. Handmade Torchon in various widths and patterns, same as sold at Sc. your choice, 5c yd. Also 25 pieces handmade Torchon Laces in wide, medium and fine pat. terms. Every yard worth 20c to 25c. Your choice 12 1-2c yd.
 HAMBURGS. We bought last week 200 pieces Hamburg edging for Skirting, 10-in deep. all are worth to retail 20 to 25c. Your choice while they last, 12 2c yard.
 Irish Point Bureau SetS, 4 pieces, & special bargain at the Worsted coun- ter, 69c set.
 MEMS FURNISHINGS. 200 dozen Mems 1900 Linen Col lars in all the new, up-to-date styles, four ply and coat button holes, the regular 15c quality. While they last 45c the half dozen. 30 dozen Mems Cuffs, in single and double link and for the plain button, the 25c kind While they last 75c the half dCZ9n.
 PRINTS 100 pieces. IT digo, Browns, G'eys, in short 2 cases of Prints, the Sc qusl- ity will be sold at 4c yard
 GLOVES The best S1 Ladies' 4 button Kid Gloves in the market, all shades, marked to 67c pair DOWN STAIRS DEP ARTMENT OF
 FERINGS. Cookie Cutters, all sizes 1c. strainers, 2c.
 Tack Hammers, 5c. Largest Hammers, 10c Hatchets, 10c.
 Tacks, 1c package. Lamp Brackets. 5c.
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EASTON.

CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH INTERESTS.
 The Christian Endeavorers have made some changes in their order of exercises. The first Sunday evening in the month is to be devoted to music, both vocal and instrumental. The second evening they are 10 search the Scriptures for light on the topic. The third they are to get out side the Scriptures light on the topic. The fourth evening is to be original, something of their own experience. Last Sunday evening, the meeting was led by W. NJ. Gallup. Subject, "Our Denomi- nation" Next Sunday Miss Hattie Per ry will have charge of the meeting. Sub iect Little worries and how to get rid of them"
 T. W. TurneY takes charge of the church during the month of February and J. L. Perry through the month Of March.
 Mrs Proutt and lady friend from Bridgeport visited at Mrs Hills, Sunday.
 Mrs Mary SilIiman is spending & few days with her sister, Mrs Charles Silli- man..
 Many thanks are due Miss Nellie Ward for the pleasant program with which she entertained the members of the enter prise society, Thursday evening.
 Mrs Hattie Bunnel is spending 8 week with her sister, Mrs Charles Morehouse. of ,Redding.
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sOUTHVILLE.
PERSONAL JoTTINGs.
The sick are all recovering.

The sick are all recovering.
 Henry c. Northrop entertained T. Howes and B. Camp of Brookfield, Sat urday evening.
 Ira Pierce and family of Danbury and o. Pierce and lady of New Fairfield spent Sunday at A. M. Worden's.
 ". Roe and family of Brookfield were the guests of s. F. Clark, Sunday.
 Mrs Laura Welton entertained friends from Brookfleld, Tuesday afternoon.
 Report says Mrs John Beach, who has been very sick with pneumonia, is little better. Her many friends are looking Tor
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lie speaking is expected from our leading townsmen and national airs will be sung under the direction of Prof Albert Skill ton of Watertown. Mrs Skilton is ex- pected to be present and will sing solo. Everybody is invited.
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GRANGE JoTTINGs.

Under the auspices of the Grange. Feb ruary 22, Washington's birthday will be celebrated by the gathering of our citi- zens at the Town hall. Monday evening. A handsome flag has been purchased and will he presented on that occasion. Pub
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NICHOLS.
TRINITY CHURCH.

Sexagesima Sunday, February 21: At 10 30 a. m., Morning Prayer, Litany Ser mon and Holy Communion.
 The decorators have finished work up- on the church and it will be open for ser vice for the first time on Sunday morn