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Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-04-06
Other Domestic Ports.

4 BOSTD\-April >. ar. Sims Victorian
Liverpooi Saginaw. Jacksonville tug
4 Carbonero. ROckland with barges Tun-
mel Ridge and Alaska; schs Charles
Y Noble simmons. d Witherel and WIN
\ b Herrick Newport News: Silver
( Wave. QuacO. y +: W 5 Jordan and
7 WIN Mason. Norfolk: James RoarWell.
/ Philadelphia: A J Miller. Portland; q
| W Dexter and Kennedy. Calais: Fan
ME and Fay and Freddie Eaton. H.
hokep. Sallie b. LAME Cobb and l. ;
Lowering. Perth Amboy; VIM d Mar
Vel ana ElWood Burton. South Amb0y:
Susan y Pickering. Ferdinandina.
Sarah q Smith. Weehawken; John VI
! Fiske ana Lena White. Rockland;
I Ethel Merriam Rockport; Lucy
Belle. sullivan. Me: W r Chester, Ma
chias. W T Emerson. Orland. Me;
I Amelia cobb. Mt Desert.
7 STA. Sims New England and Lancas-
trian Liverpool: Gate City. savannah;
/ Prince George. Yarmouth. \ 5.
| VINEYARD HAVEN. MASS-April
>. ar. sch Orozimbo Hoboken for East
port.
Psd. sens n Parker, Quetay: Liz
zie D Small 81 John for New York:
Z -'ldl brewer anu a. iI l. AIi-Nr ANtN
land for do.
PRONINCETOWN. MASS-April >.
ar. schs Helen. Rockland to discharge.
HIGHLAND IIGHT-April >. psd
east. + NJ. sim Horatio Hall.
HYANNIS. MASS.-April ). ar. schs
Ella May. Bridsewater for RockpOrt:
F'lyaway. Hoboken for Camden.
SID from Bass River. Sch Harry Mes
ser. Winterport for coal port.
BALTIMORE, Md-April ). ar. sch
Spartan. Portland.
PERTH AMBOY-April ;. sid sch
Hannah F Carleton. st John. y f.
NEW PORT NEWS NA.-ApriI ). ar.
schs Andrew Adams and John f Ran
dan. Portland.
CITY ISLAND-April :. bound south
schs Clara, Thomaston: Harold j Nc
earthly Stonington: Geovgetta Sulli-
van via Providence. Ella Brown.
Calais. Me. via New Haven. Lyra and
Eric st John. y r: sim Manhattan
Portland for New York
NEW YORK-April .. sid. stms New
York, southampton; Majestic, Liver
pool
NoRFoLK--April ;. sid. sch George !;
WalCutt Portland.
SALEM, MASS-April ). ar. schs Eliza
IaVcnSaler. ElzahethpOrt for Portland :
Druid Port Liberty for do; Frances COT
fin. Boston for do; Nellie Il Sawyer. Port
Reading for do; Maggie Ellen. Elizabeth
port for do. Clara II Rogers ROndout for
do; Silver Spray, Hobo1en for Rockland f;
George W Glover. South Amboy: Chase.
do: g VI Brainard South Amboy for
Portland: Annie NJ Allen Cartaret for ST
Andrews; Hamburg. New York ,or Bucks
port: l. \, Downcs. New York for 81
John: Canary. do for Yarmouth: Ravola
do for do; Dcmozcllc and Luta Price.
New York for st John: Irene. New Ha-
Ven for do: George a Lawrey. Ninal-
haven for New York: SalIie Il Ludlow
Port liberty for Biddcford.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-04-06

J. e. Morrison Of this city. who is
spending the week at his cuttag" at
Horseshoe pond. started to drive his
team from the main shore to what ~
known as Hog island when the Ice
gave away. letting the horse into the
water. Fred Babcock. f. q. BosWorth
and l.. Il. Wing, who We're near by.
went to thu rescue and assisted chad
III pulling the horse out Of the water.
The water was shoal whore the horse
broke through the ice, otherwise. TIL.
team would have been lost.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-04-06

The organ recital in the Old South
church. this evening. VIII BE- literally
patronized by the music loving people
and few there are who are not ap-
preciativc ~ 4 good musical pro-
gramme The programme VIII D"
given as published in Tuesdays jour
nan Miss McClench. organst. Nj
Dutch. baritone solOist. Mrs. kImbail
y-fnliuiSt
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-04-06

Mr. and Mrs. Geo. Il. Mckinney. very
pleasantly entertained number IF
their friends. at their home in this city
last evening. Among those precent
We're: Mr.. and Mrs. Trombley, and sis
ter. Mr.. and Mrs. J. NJ. l.. Bates II. y
Wakefield. Mrs. Cora Merrill. Miss
Jennie Merrill. Miss Nettie Smith. Mr.
and Mrs. Matthews. Mr. and Mrs. Geo
Sager and Mrs. Hodgkins. \ fine must
cal programme was carried out by the
orchestra. much to the enjoyment OF
all About $50 o'clock refreshments of
ice cream and cake were served. and
the remaining portion Of the evening
was socially passed. II was about II
O'Clock when the assemblage broke up
and all agreed that Mr. and Mrs. Nc
Kinney We're royal entertainers.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-04-06
Foreign Ports.

PORTO March 30 sid
sim Ashanti, Portland.
LlNERPOOI-April I, sid. sim Sheikh
Portland.
April ;. ar. sun Sylvania, Boston.
MOVILLE-April ), ar, sim Anchoria
New York for Glasgow.
HALIFAX. \ S-April 5. ar. stms Lon
don City Patterson, ST John: Pro patvia
Henri, Boston. ana SID for st Pierre
Mi4-
sid. sim Parshalia, Smith. ST John
schs Willard. Olsen. Banks.
ST JOHN. y B-April 5, ar schs Der
Bolt. Anderson. Barbados: Pearline, Der
~. Fajardo. Z r; Sewer, Fardic. New
York: Ida G. Shorthand, Mcintyre. Provi-
dencc; tug w II Murray. Gallagher, East
port.
Ga, sim Cunaxa, Grady Newport.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-04-06

The Gardiner and Randolph bridge
committee met at the aldermen's room.
Wednesday afternoon. John Cunning
ham. G. \. Johnson. Darville Libby.
Chas Clark and Mr.. Carston, being
present. a. w. Morang was reelected
superintendent of the bridge for one
year. AT salary Of $3.50 1t is also his
duty to snow the bridge when Reces-
sary. and to make the general repairs.
No other business was transacted.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-04-06

The damage by Tuesday nights fire
In Arata's fruit store will probably b.
SO covered 10y insurance. Its origin
is a MYSTERY. If its discovery had been
half an hour later it is almost certain
a serious fire would have resulted.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-04-06

Van can find some remarka Die bar
gains at Weber Bros. emporium
Two beautiful glass sets OF four pieces
each. one % cents. and one " cents
think of il. only about SIX cents eacn
niece for the one set. a genuine one
cross tin. copper bottom. washboiler
No. S size, only IS cents. No. 9, so cents
These are sample bargains.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-04-06

Henry McGroty, well known IN TINS
city. is soon 20 open restaurant III
Depot square. He has rented the store
formerly occupied by Flanders and
will doubtless commence business by
the first Of next week. Mr.. McCrotys
past experience. and broad acquain-
lance will tend to make the venture
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-04-06
Disasters.

Halifax. NJ s.. April 5.-For 10 days pas
the wrecnage of an unknown vessel has
been coming ashore at kelly's Cove. A
piece of plank picked uD Monday, has
the letters painted on it 'Wn''-the
plank is here broken off. The residents
Of the cove firmly believe some large yes
sci has been lost.
Vancouver. B. G.. April 5.-The steamer
Clutch. which arrived from the north, this
morning. brought news that the steamer
Barbara Boskowitz had for the second
time run on the rocks near Port Simpson.
The Clutch passed the Eoskowitz, on the
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-04-06

The surprise party which was ten
dered Mr.. Edward Spear at Gardiner
vile. last Tuesday evening, was very
nleasant occasion. a large number OF
his friends We're present VINO passed
the evening in games, music ana SO
cial intercourse. Refreshments We're
served
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-04-06

The following programme will be
given at the First Baptist vestry, this
evening. to be followed by supper:
Piano solo, Mrs w. +. Moody: recita-
ton. Ollie Glazier; violin solo, Earle
Wakefield recitation. Miss Marion
Tozier: vocal solo. Miss Grace lib
belts: recitation. Hattie Wise: vocal
solo, Mr.. F. j. Stanley; dialogue in
Guiding seven entertaining characters.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-04-06

The gentlemen Of the Congregational
parish are planning to give one Of
their famous suppers at the vestry
Tuesday evening, April Il. The dinner
Will consist Of hot turkey with all the
appropriate dishes to so with it,
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-04-06

George Whitney and Joseph Foster
appeared before Judge Larrabee, yes
terday morning. for intoXication.
Whitney who is a soldier was sent to
Togus. and Foster was sent TO Jail for
80 DAYS
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-04-06

A very interesting programme mas
been arranged for the Missionary
meeting at the Methodist parsonage.
tonight. which will consist Of readings
recitations. banjo solo, violin and or
gan duet and a vocal solo. After the
entertainment refreshments VIII DC
| served
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-04-06

The Epworth League will give an
entertainment in the vestry on Thurs
day evening. April -. entitled, Aunt
Jerusha Dow's Pictures" A musical
and literary programme will also BE-
given.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-04-06

Babies who are becoming ambitious
10 walk and yet are not equal t. a
street promenade are Wen provided for
in he fashionable "gO-cart" Of today,
it is easily pushed and decidedly the
thing for older babies. f. u. Wood =
stock shows many beautiful baby car
riages as well as a stylish line Of the
gu-carts
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-04-06

The New York Emporium announces
their grand millinery opening for Sat
urday, Tuesday and Wednesday. April
). II. L. This is truly one Of the
events Of the season for the ladies. one
to be anticipated with pleasure.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-04-06

John =. Hubbard Relief Corps held
= social dance at Grand Army hail.
Wednesday evening, large number
Of young people We're in attendance.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-04-06

Rehearsals for the High school play,
Among the Breakers are held dalIy
and show eminently satisfactory prog
ress. good house seems assured lor
Saturday evening.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-04-06

The Misses Emma Gould, Katie f..
Harrington. Laura Douglass, Mae
Moore ana Nellie Babb will entertain
at supper. at the First Baptist vestry.
this evening.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-04-06

| John Campbell. colored. and Arthur
Cunningham. a white boy. II year Of
age. were shot and killed. at Nashville,
Tenn. Tuesday. by O. ID. Atnip. whom
the police believe to be demented. Al
min was arrested
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-04-06

The regular meeting of the Cobbos-
seecontee Grange. West Gardiner. was
held. Tuesday afternoon. instead Of
evening. There was a good attendance
and d profitable meeting is reported
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-04-06

The funeral services Of the late
James w. Robinson. will be held at the
church. South Gardiner. Friday after
noon at ! O'Clock The odd Fellows
Will attend and Rev. Mr.. Struthers will
othciate. Interment at Mt. Hope ceme-
terry.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-04-06

II. \. Fuller has just received the
first alewives Of the season direct from
-, Johns. They came through by eX-
press and will cost 10 cents each.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-04-06

W. ID. Marston. who has been Wis
iting relatives on High street. for the
past few days, returned to his home in
Monmouth, yesterday.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-04-06

Rodney Marshall. who has been
spending his vacation at his home in
this city, will return to Shaws Bust
ness college. this morning
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-04-06

Red Mems hail. Friday evening, under
the auspices Of number Of Halowell
young men.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-04-06

Mrs. G. II. Cunning Of Fairfield. ar
rived. Wednesday. for a visit to her
mother. Mrs. w. J. Getchell, Spring
street.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-04-06

"a inst. and at that time she was hlgh
Oh the rocks that comprise Hdndkln
reef The master of the BnskOwitz said
that If the weather continued fine he cX-
pectel 10 float off al high tide.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-04-06

The w. c. I. L. will meet with Miss
Sylvinia Smith, this afternoon, at 8
o'clock.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-04-06

David Stoves is moving from his
Middle street home to the house on
Loudon Hill recently purchased by
him.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-04-06
HALLOWELL.

4. W. Walden Of Lewiston. was in
the city. yesterday.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-04-06

Mrs. Henry Green went to Winnie
cook Lake Wednesday. She expects
to remain there until next September.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-04-06

Carey's orchestra will furnish music
for "Hick'ry Farm" at Meonian hall,
Friday evening.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-04-06

This is the day Ia expect the streets
of Gardiner To be enlivened with the
ladies' Miss +. +. Lambs fashionable
millinery opening.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-04-06

Adelbert Towle went to Portland on
the Pullman, Tuesday night.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-04-06

A. p. Groves Of Portland. was call
ing on friends in Hallowell. Wednes-
day.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-04-06

The Beeman building on Central
street, has been in the hands of George
Emery. the painter.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-04-06

Mrs. Simonds of Pittsfield. was the
guest of friends over Wednesday.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-04-06

The W. {. T. T.. Will hold an inn
portaut meeting, this afternoon at 2.j0
o'clock
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-04-06

Miss Alice Lawrence Of Fairfield. is
the guest Of Miss Josie Shepard, Farm
ingdale
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-04-06

F. s. Smith < 90. report an immense
business in suits and garments on
Wednesday,
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-04-06

Laura Fuller of West Gardiner. has
returned to the Gorham Normal school.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-04-06

w. ID. Carruthers of Portland. made
a business visit to this city. yesterday.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-04-06

Henry Green has returned to his
home in this city after passing several
weeks at Winnecook.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-04-06

William Nye has accepted position
at the Bath Iron Works, commencing
work. this week.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-04-06

Mrs. \. NJ. Webb left for Boston. yes
tarday. where she will visit friends.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-04-06

/ An extra al Monaghan's dancing
school at 4. o. L. w. han. tonight.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-04-06

The Current Events Club will tender
a receution to a few invited guests,
Monday evening.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-04-06

James Elliot Of Readtield. was call
ing on Gardiner friends one day re
Gently.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-04-06

Mrs. Arthur Merrill. High street.
who has been quite sick with the
measles is able To be out.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-04-06

Mrs W. s Chase Of Dixfield. who
has been visiting Mr.. and Mrs. A. q.
Harlow of this city, returned home
Yesterday
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-04-06

There will be a dancing assembly in
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-04-06
\. A. FULLER,
Gardiner, Maine,
OFFERS YOU
Special Bargains in
Pickles this week

10 dozen sweet pickles pint jars l2i2c
Regular % cent size.
dozen large quarts, plain. mixed or
chow chow, 10 cents each. Cheap at 70.
Medium pickles in bulk. Sc. pound;
pounds for 25c: 35c. a gallon.
dozen pepper relish pickles, 1Oc.
New seeds have arrived.
We have made arrangements with
one of New Englands largest seed
houses 50 that we can sell you packet
of the best seeds, holding double the
usual quantity or more for the same
price, cents.
Sweet peas and nasturtiums in bulk,
mixed varieties.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-04-06

he bought in Savannah, TO Augusta
parties for good round figure.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-04-06

Miss Nellie Celia Williams has rc-
cepted position in the Central Maine
General hospital at Lewiston.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-04-06

Miss Alberta Head has returned
from Lily bay. Moosehead lake. where
she has been spending several weeks
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-04-06

Miss George Purington of Lubec. il
the guest of relatives in this city.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-04-06

Sumner Soule has returned from a
business trip TO Franklin county.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-04-06

Mrs. A. l.. Prescott of Charlestown.
is the guest of Randolph friends.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-04-06

Mrs. Susie Hutchins Of West Somer-
VILE. Mass is The guest of Mr.. ana
Mrs $ NJ. Andrews of This city.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-04-06

Miss Nora LittI-heId. after short
visit To- friends in Randolph. returned
to her home in Lewiston. yesterday.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-04-06

Miss Marion White has returned to
her school. in Massachusetts
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-04-06

Mrs. William French is quite sick at
her home in West Gardiner.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-04-06

Mlss Jennie Thomas of Canton. is
the guest of FarminsdaIe friends
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-04-06

Fred Thorne is making repairs on the
Central boarding house
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-04-06
Daily kennebec 3ournaI.
GARDINER.

LA XII n Xix.
waiter 'roNer i cute IT.
day
the city
----------
prosperity.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-04-06

Lena X. Foss of Rumford Falls, is
visiting in this city
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-04-06

Mrs. J. y. Jackson is visiting rela-
tiVCS in Boston.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-04-06

one lodser at the police station.
Tuesday night
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-04-06

Genuine new maple syrup at II. A.
Fuller & Co.'S
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-04-06

The Evans House register indicates
prosperity.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-04-06
Baby Carriages

If your child IL too large for a baby
carriage and TOO young to walk, you
want 4
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-04-06

Miss Julia Hancock of Bangor is in
the city.
The Newtown bee. (Newtown, Conn.) 1877-current, 1899-06-23
MISS L1LLrs-MR DoNoHUE.

June is the month Of roses and also the
month of weddings. The wedding bells
ring out again, this time for Miss Kath-
arine Lillis, daughter OF Mr. and Mrs
Lawrence Lillis, and Martin j., son Of
John Donohue. They were married at
st Roses church, Wednesday morning,
at II o'clock, Rev Father Fox officiating.
The bride was g0wned in white corded
silk, cut en- train and lace trimmings.
She wore veil and carried large bou.
quet of roses. The bridesmaid, Miss Mar
garet Lillia, sister of the bride, wore
pink and carried bouquet Of pink car
nations. The groom's best man was
Michael Shannon. A reception was held
from II until at the home of the BRIDES
parents, large number being present.
The presents were numerous and beauti-
full as we'll as useful. Mr. and Mrs Don
ohue took the 80 train south for short
wedding trip. Hosts of friends accom-
panied them to the depot and showered
good wishes as well as rice on the happy
couple. AS the train drew out Of the de-
pot the bride threw a large bouquet of
carnations and roses into the midst of
her friends and one or more flowers were
claimed by each one. Upon their return
Mr. and Mrs Donohue will reside at the
house near the old foundry. Mr. Dono-
hue is employed at the Rubber factory.
The Newtown bee. (Newtown, Conn.) 1877-current, 1899-06-23
one of the best scythes made, for Toe.
Prime new potatoes, bananas, etc.
A Society Event.
MRS RICHARDSON ENrERrA1Ns.

The Bridgeport Ladies' Charitable
Society met on Wednesday with Mrs l..
A. Richardson at her summer home in
Newtown. This society is about 85 years
old. The number Of managers at present
are 10, not being allowed to have more
than 20. Two vacancies have occurred
by death. These places as yet have not
been filled. The work of this society
covers a large territory. Managers
meetings are held every first Wednesday
executive board meet every Wednesday
morning each week. No person is helped
by this society without thorough inves-
tigation by the manager Of her district.
All classes are aided. The relief consists
of the giving of garments, shoes, gro
ceries, and material for clothing. Many
q feeble person has been quietly relieved
as well as those who have been reduced
in circumstances. The officers consist
Of president, vice-president, secretary,
treasurer, directresses and advisory
board. The ladies present on Wednes-
day were: Mrs Somers, president: Mrs
Kinsley, vice-president; Mrs Gaylord,
secretary; Mrs Lewis, treasurer; Mrs
Staples, Mrs Goodsell, Mrs Nickerson,
Mrs Beach, Mrs Moore, Mrs DeForest,
Mrs Bassick, Mrs Smith, Miss Burns.
Mrs Richardson and Mrs Hayes met them
at the train and after business meeting
they had fine dinner at the Newtowu
Inn, leaving on the 4 81 train. 1t was
voted the most delightful day spent in
Newtown, this having been their sixth
visit here.
The Newtown bee. (Newtown, Conn.) 1877-current, 1899-06-23
DEATH OF EUGENE BRIsCoE.

Died, June 16, after a lingering illnese
with. that dread disease, consumption,
Eugene Briscoe. aged 81 years. Pecul-
iarly sad was the passing away of the
young man, it being the third death in
the family within the past four months.
The first death was the youngest, and
the last the oldest of the family of chill
dren. At the funeral on Monday the
casket was covered with beautiful flow
ers, gifts of loving friends, while the
American Order United Mechanics, of
which the deceased was member, took
part in the burial service at the grave.
Rev O.~W. Barker officiated.