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Connecticut western news., 1899-04-06
LETTERS FROM THE PEOPLE.

Southern New Marlboro, March 25. Editor Conn. Wessera Nees.
 Dear Sir:-You rather forestalled me in speaking of the wonderful facilities and speed with which letters and other communications spin across the conti- nent ard elsewhere. Some of our young folks might be interested in comparing our present facilities with those of sixty years ago or more Before the year 1887 the following were the rates of postage: All letters carried under 30 miles, six cents; over 30 and not exceeding 80. ten cents; ov- CT so and not exceeding I50, 123 cents; over 150 and not exceeding 400, 1Sa cts; over 400. 25 cts. If there were two sheets of paper, double these rates; 8 sheets, triple these rates; four sheets, qusdruple these rates.
 Thus letters from Boston to Buffalo or Washington would be 25 cts. Large sheets were of course used and as envelopes were un- known one side must be left fer folding which required considerable skill to do properly and leave space for the ad- dress. Letters were not prepaid. P. NJ. could not deliver them till the recipient paid. The entire system wss wrong and occasioned much ill feeling and we were glad when change was made.
 Respectfully Yours,
 WILLIAM ELLIS.
Connecticut western news., 1899-04-06
THE MILK BUSINESS.
No Reason For Discouragemen nl

No Reason For Discouragement.
 The milk producers have no reason to be discouraged. In my opinion our apparent weskness-perhaps some may say defeat-will only reveal our true strength.
 We have proved beyond question that we can do what we have undertaken viz secure a fairly renumerative price for our milk and no number of dealers in New York city or outside of it can prevent us if we maintain our orgsniza- tion and unite our efforts.
 Do not imagine that we have thrown up the sponge or given up the field be- cause some of our number have been laid by for few days with sickness, or because certain capitalists have failed to come to time and make good their pledges. There are enough others ready to take hold of this enterprise whenever the way is prepared. We are bound to win and never felt surer of it than now.
 E. G. SHELBY, Roxbury, April 8. 1899
Connecticut western news., 1899-04-06
Stupidity Rewarded.

This story is told of Sir Walter Scott, who was far from being a brilliant pu- pill at school: After he became famous he one day dropped into the old school to pay visit to the scene of his former woes. The teacher was anxious to make a good impression on the writer and put ths pupils through their lessons so as to show them to the best advantage. After awhile Scott said: "But which is the dunoe? You have one surely. Show him to me"
 The teacher called up poor fellow who looked the picture of woe as he bashfully came toward the distin- guished visitor.
 "Are you the dunce?" asked Scott
 "Yes, sir" said the boy.
 "Well, my good fellow" said Scott. there is crown for you for keeping my place warm."
Connecticut western news., 1899-04-06

"A word to the wise is sufficient" and & word from the wise should be sufic- tent. but you ask. who are the wise? Those who know. The oft repeated ex- perience of trustworthy persons may be taken for knowledge Mir W. NJ Terry says Chamberlsiu's Cnugh Remed, gives better satisfaction than any other ID the market. He has been in the drug business at Elkton. Ky. for twelve years; has sold hundreds of bot ties of this remedy and nearly all other cough medicines manufactured, which shows conclusively that amberlsin's IS the most sstis- factory to the people. and is the best For sale by W. H Camp, Canaan; Geo
 H. Clark. Salisbury; G. E. Fripk. Falls Village; Smith S Sons, West Goshen.
Connecticut western news., 1899-04-06
Prime Political Reason.

It was in the Newinton ward, where the candidate on the Liberal side was Mr. Ritohie, we'll known confeotioner and restaurateur, whose pies and rock were equally famous in Auld Reekie. After the poll the following converse tion was heard between two working men who had just emerged from the voting station: "Weel, Tam, did ys vote for Ritohie?'' "No," said the oth- CT, "l didna." And what for nor" asked his astonished friend. "You re Leeberal, are ma ye, and Ritchie'a the Leeberal candidatei" "1 ken that hne. |" rstofted hia companion impsrtnr reasly. nhxl ! niyss esuia hsas Natshis's pasa "
Connecticut western news., 1899-04-06

A Warren county (Ohiol editor thus describes the new spring bonnet: "The new spring bonnet is said to be a stun. ner. It will have oow-catcher iu front, & tail. board behind, & flower gar den on top. ~ith bunch of grass on either side. The whole will be elsbor. ately banded together with crushed rib. bons and topped of with very abund- ant millinery bill"
Connecticut western news., 1899-04-06
A MARROW ESCAPE.

Thankful words written by Mrs Ada E. Hart. of Groton, s D. "Was taken with bad cold which settled on my lungs; cough set in and finally terminal ed in Consumption. Four Doctors gave me up, saying could live but g short time. gave myself up to my Savior, determined if I could not stay with my friends on earth, I would meet my absent ones above. My husband was advised to get Dr Kings New Dis. covery for Consumption, Coughs and Colds I gave it trial. took in all eight bottles. It has cured me, and thank God. am saved and now a we'll and healthy woman." Trial bottles free at ". H Camps drug store, Ga man; Geo. Fl. Olark's drug store, Sal isburv; G E Fyink's drug store. Fall. Village Regular size soc and 3l 00 Guaranteed or price refunded.
Connecticut western news., 1899-04-06
Drfuk Grufm-O

after you have concluded that you ought not drink coffee. It Is not a medicine but doctors order it because 1t is healthful. invisoratins and sppetiEins. It Is made rrom rare grains and has that rich seal brown color and tzsts ' like the finest grades of coffee and costs about as much. Children like 1t and thrive on it because 1t is a genuine food drink con- raining nothing but nourishmeat Ask your grocer for Grain-o, the new food drink. IS and aSc
Connecticut western news., 1899-04-06
SPECIAL NOTICES!

Solid Birch Cham Der Suits at Parsons 6 Sons for SIS. CO; others for less money.
 For sale cheap Second hand Keas- ing, all right. Tires new. Inquire at this office.
 Fuller & Peet have for sale full stock of field and garden seeds consist in of Mammoth clover, Medium clover, Olsyks clover. Red Top, Timothy, Canada field peas, onion seed, Garden seeds. Also celebrated Gradus peas choicest of the choice. Seed Potatoes.
Connecticut western news., 1899-04-06
DIED

BRowN-At Gaylordsville, March 21.
 Homer NJ. Brown. aged A years. EAroN-At Kent, March 23, Russell
 Eaton, aged S4 years.
 BALDwiN-At Great Harrington, March
 30. Mrs Josephine Baldwin, aged S6 |. SULLrvAN-At Great Harrington. March
 sl. Dtpnis Sullivan. aged 7S ADAMs--At Crest Burlington. April l,
 Mrs Jeanette Adams, aged 51 WMoxy-At Canaan Valley, April 2, Wnliaa Wright, aged about 0.
Connecticut western news., 1899-04-06

was reading sn advertisement oi Chamberlain's Collie, Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy in the Worcester Enterprise recently, which leads me to write this. I can truthfully say pever used any remedy eqnal to it for colic aud diarrhoea. I have never had to use more than one or two doses to cure the worst case witt. myself or children W. A STROUD Popomoke City, Md. For sale ny W. Il Camp, Canaan; Geo. H. Clark Salisbury; G. E Frink, Falls Village Smith < Sons, West Goshen.
Connecticut western news., 1899-04-06
A Wonderful Success.

Why not be independent of Gas and Electric Light Companies and use the National Acetylene Gas machine whicl, nas the full approval of all the different boards of underwriters throughout the United States. Over 800 machines sold ID past ten months. We light country homes, churches, factories. stores and hotels. Also put in plants for lighting towns. We want good representatives Write for circular to the Buffalo Nation Al Acetylene Gas Co.,, Buff,io, N. Y.
Connecticut western news., 1899-04-06
RetfeI Than Druxa.

Medical Examiner-What is there be- sides ether and chloroform to produce unconsciousDess?
 Student-A bludgeon. Tit Bits.
Connecticut western news., 1899-04-06
LOCAL PRICES.

"Little Colds !" Thousands of lives sacrificed every year. Dr Woods Nor way Plue Syrup cures little colds, cures big colds too, down to the very verge of consumption.
Connecticut western news., 1899-04-06
e NEWS NOTES.

Governor-G General Brooke has forbidden the sale of tickets of the Mexico, Louis ana, San Domingo and Madrid lotteries in Cubr.
 Lee, Mass, changed from no-license
Connecticut western news., 1899-04-06
The Real Thing.

Pstrice-lsn't that color on Miss Fusssnfesther's cheeks artificisl9
 Bsbette- Oh, no; it's real paint Youkers Statesman
Connecticut western news., 1899-04-06

Half the ills that man is heir to come from indigestion. Burdock Blood Bit. ters strengthens and tones the stomach makes indigestion impossible.
Connecticut western news., 1899-04-06

Accidents come with distressing fire. quency on the farm Cuts, bruises, stiugs, sprsins. Dr Thomas Eolectric Oil relieves the pain instantly. Never safe without it.
Connecticut western news., 1899-04-06
nA R RHt.D.

BoTTUN-FIELDs- At the NJ E. parson- age, Canaan. March 15. by Rev B Seeholz CT, O. Winthrop Bottum an Miss Estells B. Fields, both of this town. Corrected notice.) HALLocK-BlGELow- the NJ E. par sonage. Canaan, March 80. by Rev B Seeholzer, Herbert Gay Hallock ,i Go-hen and Miss Frances Bigelow ,f East Canaan.
 SMrrH-RoBBNs-At Hartford, April 4 Willard F. Smith of Lee, Mass and Miss Frances Louise Robbins of Hartford.
Connecticut western news., 1899-04-06
Roxbury, April 8. 1899.

Itching piles? Never mind if physi- clans have failed to cure you, Try Doan's Ointment. No failure there. 50 cents. at any drug store.
Connecticut western news., 1899-04-06
RO0 N

PLU,B-At New Milford, March 26, 6
 son to Rev and Mrs J F. Plumb.
The news and herald. (Winnsboro, S.C.) 1877-1900, 1899-11-07
fsLACKSTOCK TELEPHONE.

A commission has been issued by
the s. |ecretary Of State to the Black
stock Telephone Company. Messrs'
A. Mcdonald, VIM. McKlnnell and
John Bell are named as corporators.
Mr.. Bell was in the city Wednesda?
looking after right Of way and con-
nec.ion With the Chester exchange.
The LAST obstacles in the way Of the
work were removed. and now the
work will be pushed to completion
Part of The poles hsTs been hauled
and the holes have been aug up to tae
seven-miIe post. While we have heard
20 nentio n of it, we suppose the poles
now in use from the Chester exchange
to Old Purity will be used, lesVipG a
gap of less than FIVE milcs.-Ches;er
Lantern.
The news and herald. (Winnsboro, S.C.) 1877-1900, 1899-11-07
ADaily Newspaper at Gafrney.

On account OF the State Baptist Con-
vention which meets at the enterpris.
ing city of Gafney on the 2sth inst,
Manager Ed. Fl. DeCamp has deter
mined to issue daily edition Of The
Ledger during the convention. These
daily editions will contain complete
stenographical resume Of the preced-
ing days doings in the convention,
sketches of prominent workers in the
Baptist Church of South Carolina, pen
drawings and pen pictures of Baptist
church buildings and Baptist institu-
lions, as we'll as e complete resume Of
missionary and educational work being
done by the Baptists of this State, to
Say nothing Of the local and State and
national news that will be published.
Manager DeCamp has had considera-
bic experience in the daily newspaper
field and is as well qualified to get out
a daily as he is q weekly, and those
who will take the daily edition Of The
Ledger for this one week may rest
assured that they will get full value
for their money. The price for the
week will be only 15c and every Bap-
tist in the State should have bis or her
name enrolled for the weeks output.
Send silver or two cent stamps to The
Ledger, Gaffuey. S. G.
The news and herald. (Winnsboro, S.C.) 1877-1900, 1899-11-07
DEATH OF MRS. MASON.

Mrs. SalIie Mason, wife of Wash.
ington N. Mason, died at her home in
Fairfield County Saturday night, the
4th inst, in her 6s:h year, after an i'll
ness of several months, which she
bore with characteristic fortitude and
patience. Mrs. Mason was woman
Of a high type of character, daughter
Of Capt. Edward Andrews, who was
considered one among the best men
Of his day, and an exemplary member
Of the Baptist Church. Mrs. Mason
wse a devoted wife and mother, and
it was indeed pathetic scene t. Wit
ness the devotion of the husband and
children and their deep sorrow al her
sad taking away. Mr.. Mason is q
great sufferer himself, having been
sfiicted with that terrible disease,
cancer, for many years, and When he
was summoned to look for the last
time upon the face of her whom he so
dearly loved, and who had for so long
q time been his he)pmeet and COM
to-j, it seemed more than be could
bear, and his friends feared that be
would not be able to survive it, but
he rallied, and after some minutes
seemed to recover somewat from the
shock, and hopes are entertained that
he may yet be spared for many days
to come.
Mrs. Mason leaves three children {:
Mrs. Hattie Brooks, ReY. E. NJ. Mason
and Eber B. Mason. The funeral was
held at the home on Sunday afternoon
and her body laid to rest in the
Andrews family cemetery.
A Friend,
The news and herald. (Winnsboro, S.C.) 1877-1900, 1899-11-07
cAsTos,R7,EA1z:o g, g -
B.srs the q The Kind You Have Always Bcrg!
Signature .; &<HzazNztz@&u
DEATH OF MARION MCDONALD.

After weeks(of suffering little Marion,
son of Mr.. and Mrs. J. E. Mcdonald,
entered into flife eternal at u O'Clock
Saturday night. The little fellow wac
taken sick alb put six weeks ago and
has been desperately i'll from the first,
although at one zine be rallied and it
was thought t hat be might recover.
He was six ye ars of age and was a
sweet, loYahle child. To the bereayed
parents We extend our sincere sym.
pathy.
The funeral tpok place on Sunday
afternoon at 4 O'clock al tie A. r. P.
Church, Rev. G. E. Mcdonald con-
Quoting the fervic es. The pall-bearera
were: E. P. Matthew'S, L. E. Owens,
c. z. Douglass, A W. Brown, T. Il.
Ketchin.
The news and herald. (Winnsboro, S.C.) 1877-1900, 1899-11-07
Robbed the Grave.

a startling incident Of which Mr.
John Oliver of Philadelphia, was the
subject, is narrated by him as follows:
ssI was in most dreadful condition.
Nv skin was almost yellow, eyes
sunken, tongue coated, pain contin-
ually in back and sides, no appetite
grsdu~ lily growing weaker day Dy day
Three ply sicians had given me up.
Fortunstely, a friend advised trying
Electric Bitters,' and to my great joy
and surprise, the first bottle made a
decided improvement. I continued
their use for three weeks, and am now
a we'll msu. I know they saved my
life aud robbed the grave of another
victim" No one should fai! to try
them. Only so cents per bottle al
McMaster Co.'s drug store. s
The news and herald. (Winnsboro, S.C.) 1877-1900, 1899-11-07
COMINGAND GNOIG

Mr.. J. G.. Mebley went to Columbia
Monday.
Dr.. David Aiken. has gone to Wash
ington, D. G.
Mrs. L. A. White left on Monday
Tor Columbia.
Mrs. E. P. Wolfe is at home after a
visit to Mr.. and Mrs. Chas. Goodipg,
of Macon, Gs.
Miss Jessie Jennings left on Mon
day for Columbia to take in the fes-
tivisies Of the week.
Mrs. o. ". Buchanan and children
have returned to Sumter, after spend
ing the summer here
Miss Susie Lumpkiu haa gone to the
fair. From Columbia abe will 60 to
Cclleton on a visit to friends.
Misses Annie Belle Stewart, Lila
Brockington and Anna Beatty have
gone to Columbia for the fair.
Mrs. Russell and Mrs. Reese have
returned to New York, having been
called heme on account Of illness in
the family.
Mrs. Samuel Ward and children
leave to-day for Savannah where they
will spend a while and from the:
they will go to Florida for the winter.
The news and herald. (Winnsboro, S.C.) 1877-1900, 1899-11-07
CLERKS SALES.

In the case of American Freehold
Mortgage Co. VS.. VIM. q. Ruff ct al.
$40 acres were sold to ". D. Doug
lass, attorney, for $3.50.
In American Freehold Land Mort.
gage Co. vs.. VIM. R. Mccormick ct al. E,
$50 acres were sold to J. E. Mcdonald,
attorney, for $54O.
Fairfield Loan and Trust Co. 7s.
4. Y. Milling e. al, $50 acres to plalr-
tiff for S5l5.
Sallie NJ. Douglass vs. L. II. Milling
et al, 200 acres to ]. W. Hanahan,
attorney, for S605.
Peoples Bank vs.. John Wood ct al,
81 acres for $3.50 to Ragsdsle & Rags
dale.
DesPertes Exors. vs.. Jno. S. VI.
Robinson, 1881 acres to R. W. Shand,
attorney, for $3.50.
DesPortes Exors. VS.. VIM. r. Nc
Cormick ct al, so acres 20 R. W.
shand, attorney, for s215.
Chas. P. Wray VS.. John Hudson,
70 acres to W. D. Douglass, attorney
for plaintiff, for S276
Thos. G.. Patrick VS.. 0. S. McMoore,
lot in Winnsboro-one-ha acre--to
T. G. Patr Ok fo- S105.
The news and herald. (Winnsboro, S.C.) 1877-1900, 1899-11-07
BOB MAcKoRELL sHoT FIVE TIMES.

A telephone mess age from Black
stock to MIR. Jno. D. :McCarley stated
that Mr.. r. j. Mackotell, in the COM
mission business in Lancaster, went
into store owned by d Mr.. Blackman,
presumably to collect a bill from
Blsckman. 1t is supposed that they
got into a dispute, and Blackman Is
said to have made after Msckorell
with an axe handle, and; they got into
-ssholds" and Mackqrss seemed 7S-bs
getting the best of it. when Blaokmsn's
brother stepped up and shot Mackorell
five times. Mackoreli is seriously
wounded. Mr.. Mackorell lived IN
Blackstock long. time, and at one
time stayed in Winnsboro, where he
is we'll known. He has wife and
three or four children. Tie BLACK
mans were arrested
The news and herald. (Winnsboro, S.C.) 1877-1900, 1899-11-07
a Thousand Tongues

Could not express the rapture of
Annie E. Springs, of 1925 Howard st.,
Philadelphia, Pa, when she found that
Dr.. Kings New Discovery tor Con-
sumption bad completely cured her Of
hacking cough that for many years
had made life burden. All other
remedies and doctors could give her
no help, but she says of this Royal
Cure-s'it sooE removed the pain in
my chest and ! can now sleep soundly,
something ! can scarcely remember
doing before. I feel like sounding it's
praises throughout the Universe" So
will every one who tries DR.. Kings
New Discovery for any trouble of the
Throat, Chest or Lungs. Price 5Oc.
aud S1.00. Trial bottles free st Nc
Maseer Co.'S drug store; every bottle
; gus. auteeG.
The news and herald. (Winnsboro, S.C.) 1877-1900, 1899-11-07
For Over Fifty Years.

MRS. W1NsLow's SOOTHING SYRUP
has been used for over fifty years by
millions of mothers for their children
while ,eething, with perfect success.
It soo,hes the child, softens the gums.
a!lays al pain, cures wind collie, and
is she best remedy for diarrhoea 1t
will relieve the poor little sufferer
Immediately. Sold by druggists in
every part Of the world. Twenty five
cents 8 bottle. Be sure and ask for
ssMrs. Wipslow's Soothing Syrup"
and take no other kind. Lily
The news and herald. (Winnsboro, S.C.) 1877-1900, 1899-11-07
That Throbbing Headache

Would quickly leave you, if you
used DR.. Kings New Life Pills. Thou
sands of sufferers have proved their
matchless merit for Sick and Nervous
Headaches. They make pure blood
and strong nerves and build up your
health. Easy to take. Try them.
Only 25 cents. Money back if not
cured. Sold by McMaster Co., drug
gists.
The news and herald. (Winnsboro, S.C.) 1877-1900, 1899-11-07
A Erichtiul Blunder

Will often cause a horrible Burn,
Scald, Cut or Bruise. Bucklen's Ar
MICA Sal7e, the best in the world, will
kill 'he pain and promptly heal it.
Cures Old Sores, Fever Sores, Ulcers,
Boil, Felons, Corns, all Skin Erup-
t:pn:. R-st Pile cure on earth. Only
% cts. a box. Cure guaranteed. Sold
ny McMaster Co., druggists.
The news and herald. (Winnsboro, S.C.) 1877-1900, 1899-11-07
GOLDEN SHEAF WHEAT.

LARGE, WHITE, BEARDLESS
WHEAT. Warranted sound. Pro-
duces more wheat aud straw Than any
other variety.
Call at ". G. Beaty's store.
". S. HALL,
ia Milford, S. G.
The news and herald. (Winnsboro, S.C.) 1877-1900, 1899-11-07

DR.. W. Wixon, Italy Hill, N. Z,
says: II heartily re- commend One Min
ute Cough Cure. It gave my wife im-
mediate relief in sufocatipg asthma u
Pleasant to take. Never fails to
quickly cure all coughs, colds, throat
and lung troubles. McMaster Co
The news and herald. (Winnsboro, S.C.) 1877-1900, 1899-11-07

J. D. Bsieges, editorD Dsmec Lam;
caster, N. e., says: :s&"One Minute
Cough Cure is the best remedy for
Group ever used" Immediately re-
Lives and cures coughs, colds, Group,
asthma, pneumonia, bronchitis, grippe
and all throat and lung troubles. 1t
prevents consumption. McMsster Co.
The age-herald., 1899-01-20
THE FIRST TERM
Has Been Satisfactory One in the
 Public Schools.

The first semester of the public schools closes today. Examinations in all the classes have been in progress since Wednes- day, and the work of the first half of the year has been very thoroughly tested by questions in all subjects prepared in the of- flee of the superintendent.
 On Monday next the second semester will open, and the semi-annual promotions will take place in all the schools. class of be- ginners will be formed in every school pupils who have become of age since last September.
 Superintendent Phillips said last night that the semi-annual examinations in all the schools indicate excellent work in most of the subjects of the course; the reduction of the session from nine to eight months for the year has been detrimental to the in- terests of the children. To lose one month out of the course Is very unfortunate.
 The attendance is now about 3500 in all schools, and the buildings will be sorely taxed to accommodate all the children next term. There are in the High school 250 students; but for the tuition fees of $3 per month now charged the number in the High school would be at least 800. The prospects of the school for the second half of the year are bright and excellent results are expected in all departments.
The age-herald., 1899-01-20
BRADSTREET'S REPORT
On Business Condition in Birmingham
 District.

The following report was telegraphed from Bradstreet's agency in this city last night. It is the report for the Birmingham district for the week ending last night:
 "The iron situation appears unchanged. Furnacemen have all they can attend to, and are indifferent toward new business
 ''The production of coke in this district makes this the southern market Dealers report the demand good.
 "The cast iron pipe market is reported somewhat improved
 Wholesale dealers in dry goods state that the volume of business is behind that of last year, and country collections are backward
 "Jobbers in groceries are experiencing some better business than last year. but also complain of the backwardness of col lections.
 "Jobbers in tobacco are having larger business than for the same week of last January, and report city collections good
 Retailers in different lines are evidently doing good business.
 Bank clearings for the week were s544.- 239"
The age-herald., 1899-01-20

conclusion that there's other towns just as warm," as one exressed it last night. At least ten of these vocal artists have been working the town during the last week and all have made money, sbut the song of the fakir will soon be ended, and on Sat urday night pedestrians will hear their last chirp The city council has decreed this.
The age-herald., 1899-01-20
In Oiden Times

People overlooked the importance of per- manently beneficial effects and were saus- fled with transient action; but now that 1t is generally known that Syrup of Figs will permanently overcome habitual constipa- tion. well-informed people will not buy other laxatives. which act for time, but finally injure the system. Buy the genuine. made by the California Fig Syrup Go.