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Connecticut western news., 1899-06-29
rne Bishop Was a ssBIooker."

Talking about bishops, the other aft ernoon distinguished, stately man, clad in the garb of minister, was over at the fish commission, spending half hour in watching the gyrations of the specimens in the tank. One of the sci entists of the institution, young ich- thyologist, whose papers on the subject of deep sea investigation are attracting attention throughout the world, hap pened, in passing the tank. to notice the minister. He studied the stately visitor for a minute, and then he walk ed up to him.
 "Am right" he inquired, ''in sup posing you to be the Right Rev. Lucien Lee Kinsolving, Episcopal bishop of Brazilr"
 "You are" replied the stately man. regarding his questioner wonderingly.
 "Well, then, hello, 'Blookerl' ' said the scientist jovially, holding out his hand.
 "Why. hello, there, Charlier warm ly replied the Right Rev. Lucien Lee Kinsolving, Episcopal bishop of Brazil. squeezing the young scientists hand.
 Diagram: The two men had been chums in boarding school down in Virginia when they were boys, and they hadn't seen each other since. The bishops nickname among the boys was "Blooker w ashington Post.
Connecticut western news., 1899-06-29
LAk k VI LLE.

A large number of people went to the Hotcbkiss School Sunday afternoon to listen to the baccalaurate sermon de'iv- cred by Rev John Phelps Taylor, D. D.. of Andover. Mass. Monday an equally large number went to the school to at- tend the graduating exercises, and in the evening the whole town was repre- sented by the young people at the ball which took place in the Gymnasium of the school. For winder to this auspi- cious occasion lat this writing Wednes- day morninR) large party of tie re- mainlng scholars and people of the will lage are getting ready to go to Bear mountain for picnic.
 The Edward Green family of Orange, N. J. with their outfit of servants, car riage, etc. arrived last Friday at J. S.. Perkins at Bostwick Hill, where they were guests last year.
 MT and Mrs Wm. Branch (colored )are rejoicing over their first born. which is daughter, born Tuesday of this week Also son was born to MT and Mrs John Roebuck on the same day.
 Rev Chas. Oakley occupied the pull pit at the M. B. church last Sunday morning and evening and preached two excellent, instructive sermons. Mir and Mrs Oakley and infant child. after visit ing many friends here departed for their home in Townsville, NY. last Monday.
 The Junior League of the M. E. Church will hold their annual picnic next Saturday at the Holley grove near the lake.
 The Julian Comedy Go. will present the pleasing comedy "His Wife's Msiu" at Roberts Opera House tonight.
Connecticut western news., 1899-06-29
W EST CORN " ALL.

Miss Julia Cochrane accompanied Miss Alice Murray to her home at South Manchester last Friday.
 Mir and Mrs James Wood of New York are making a short visit with John Wood.
 Joseph T. Mallinson returned home from visit to New Haven and Bridge port Tuesday.
 Rev Chester Ferris returned Saturday from his four weeks vacation at his home at Waupun, Xis., and occupied the pulpit as usual Sunday.
 William Hubbard has moved his fam fly to Brookfield where he has posi- ton.
 A large number of young people were all ready to start for the festival which was held at the Hon. T. s. Colds last Friday evening, but were prevented by the severe thunder shower which came up about starting time. A few people however were present, the proceeds be. ing about $5.
 Fifty dollars have been raised by the enterprising people of this village for fireworks to celebrate the Glorious Fourth and the return of Dewey. Al. ready 8 stray crack and snap is heard ! about the streets at intervals from the small boy with pistol and caps, as he anxiously and impatlently awaits the great day coming.
 Mrs A. M. Pratt returned home from her visit with relatives at Deep River and South Lyme last week.
 The house occupied by Chas. F. Gal. kins and owned by Geo. w Cochrane IS being painted. Geo. Hotchkiss ei Cornwall Centre doing the work,
Connecticut western news., 1899-06-29
EAST CANAAN.

G. W. Cowdrey has returned from a weeks visit in Ithica.
 The Misses Bessie and Ruth Gaylord are making two weeks visit in Tor rington with their aunt, Mrs Whiting.
 A spelling match, old fashioned, was enjoyed by the patrons at Grange Hall Tuesday night.
 The sale of the property of Benny" !" the Italian, came off as advertised last Saturday and consisted of six horses, three wagons, two sleighs and harness, several tons of hay ;all of which sold at good prices.
 The sale and supper at the conference room last Friday was fairly we'll attend ed but many were kept at home by the shower. Over $50 were realized, and all had good time in spite of the weather.
 All hands are anticipating great time next Tuesday, the Fourth. The parade starts at o'clock After their return will be the flag raising, ball play and various amusing things. The turnouts and costumes will be beyond descrip- tion.
 E. l.. Roberts & Go. have their new barn completed and have moved in.
 MT and Mrs Eugene Flakes of Win sted are staying several weeks at George W. Deans. MT flakes has been suffer- ing with felon for five weeks.
Connecticut western news., 1899-06-29
KENT.

The showers of Friday and Saturday and the downpour on Sunday were well comed with thankfulness. We have had no rain for many weeks and the grass and crops in this vicinity have suffered much in consequence
 A few cases of scarlet fever have been reported but the disease is not spread. ing
 c. P. Britton and family of New York have arrived at their residence here for the summer
 Elroy Jennings has been seriously i'll with fever, but is improving slowly.
 Rev H. W. Pope, state missionary, is expected to preach at Cong'l church next Sunday morning and evening
 Officers of the State Grand Lodge visited Wions Chapter, Order E lstern Star. at the Masonic Lodge rooms, Gibb' Hail building, Tuesday evening, Juno 20
 Several members of St. Luks's Lodge F. & A. NJ went to Danbury, Tuesday 27 to attend the ceremonies of the lay ing of corner stone for the new court house
Connecticut western news., 1899-06-29
ISate Chase sprague.

Mrs. Kate Chase Sprague, whose un. fortunate circumstances are constantly appealing to her friends, has recently had reason to learn something of the good heartedness of Secretary Gage. Her case was brought before him, and he gave her place in the treasury de- partment.
 Mrs. Sprague still holds possession of Edgewood, which was her father's s home. This place is only few miles out of Washington. but all her efforts to make it profitable have been unavail ing. She has tried farming, raising cows and chickens and gardening with out success, the outlay in wages for this sort of thing being far in excess of the profits.
 Her eldest daughter, Ethel, who mar ried physician in Baltimore, has re- turned to vaudeville, as her husband Is not able to support her. Mrs. Sprague has their child with her, an additional care. Her estate is now free from debt, and with the income from the place it is hoped Mrs. Sprague will be able to live in comfort. Washington Correspond pucp
Connecticut western news., 1899-06-29
EST GOSH EN.

Mir and Mrs Chapman from Camden, N J., are at James P. Vaill's.
 A party of oung people from Dan- bury were at Maple Shade last week.
 May Warrington is visiting her aunt in Torringtop.
 George Harrison from Winsted is at his brothers, W. H. Hsrrison's
 Mrs Geo. s. Hammond spent last week among friends in Canaan and Salisbury.
 Rev 0. A. Dixon was in town last week.
 Farmers began having this week with grass very light.
 John Cooke from Dakota and Mrs Charles Fenn II fIom Cheshire are at Mrs Catherine Cooks.
 Mrs J. V. Allen returned Monday from visit with Allyn Vaill's family on Cream Hill.
 Rev E. E. Smith and Eugene Rich- ards attended the graduating exercises at Mt. Hermon. Mass.
 Mrs A. H Limbertson IS spending her summer vacation at Clark Weeds in Torrington.
Connecticut western news., 1899-06-29
FALLS VILLAGE

Mir and Mrs G. Abbot Kenyon of Pittsfeld, Mass, spent Sunday with Mrs Geo. Ayers.
 Rev J. h. Bohlman is in Middletown, attending commencement exercises o' the Wesleyan University also acting in his capacity of official visitor for the N. Y cor inference. Miss Skinner of Winsted and Mrs Howe are visiting at Mrs NJ. A. Halls.
 Miss Sabine, a niece of Mrs D. Walk. ley, is spending the summer on Beebe Hill with her aunt.
 Mrs T. F Dexter of Salisbury wa, the guest of relatives in town last week.
 Miss Dora Williams of Copake is wis iting at F. D. Howd's.
 The D. NJ. Hunt school held the closing exercises in the library. Friday evening. The thunder shower doubt. less kept a good many away. still about sixty were present and were well enter tanned by the pupils.
 The comedy His Wite's Maid" al Citiz ms Hall tomorrow night, presented by tue Julians.
Connecticut western news., 1899-06-29
VOLUME xxx.

The NEWS enters upon it's twenty ninth year of existence this morning Twenty-eight years ago, one summers day it circulated it's first issue from the publication office in Salisbury. For twenty-two years and eight months it has appeared every week as Canaan paper, until now it is almost as widely known by the contraction "Canaan News" as by it's full name, CONNECTICUT WESTERN NEWS. Both titles are accept able and while it is Loyalty g Canaan paper it is also paper of western Con- necticut and the editor and his assist ants endeavor to prepare paper of interest to all people of western Con necticut and our nearby Berkshire friends, and distant readers who have eft the old home in this region.
 Volume XVIII saw the making of . vast amount of American history, the close of the Spanish American war May Volume xxx see the glory of America perpetuated, the settlement of the Phillipine question, and an era of great prosperity for the country and for Litchfield county and for Canaan.
Connecticut western news., 1899-06-29
CORNWALL BRIDG

Ralph s. Beers is at home on vacation from the Polytechnic Institute at Wor- cester, Mass.
 Miss Kate Dougherty returned home Saturday from Naugatuck where she is teaching.
 Mise Eleanor Merrifeld of Canaan visited friends here last week. She for merly resided in this village.
 Miss Annie E. Gibbs of Kent called on friends here Friday last Mrs Charles NJ. Fabrique of New Haven is visiting with her son Dudley at her parentp, here.
 The wife of Rowland Hill preached in the M E. church Sunday last from lst Corinthians, 2l chap, 2i verse The sermon was we'll liked by 8 large attendance.
 Miss Edith W. Wadhams is at home from her school in Gaylordsville.
 Ralph H. Tibbals of Hamilton, N. Y |, is visiting relatives and scquaintances in town.
 Dr Wm M. $ Curtiss and wife re- turned from Hartford last week he hav- ing completed his duties as representa- tive from this town, and satisfactory to his constituents.
 Get prepared for the census taker. Undoubtedly you will be asked how many times you have been in love, if so how much; how many teeth you have and are you a mossback, silverite or crank? How many acres of land count ing top and bottom, or does it stay edgeways, take careful invoice of all answers, for in ten years more if you are lucky or unlucky enough to be on this beautiful earth the same questions will be propounded. A word to the wise Is enough.
 Misses Anna and Edith Brown of Bethel are visiting R. s. Frink and family.
 Highway Commissioner Mcdonald of New Haven visited us Thursday last looking over the roads of our town in view of giviu- us state aid for our roads. We learn he was favorable to assist, and town meeting is soon to be called to see what action the town will take. As we get three dollars from the state for every dollar the town furnishes does it not seem advisable to accept aid for and in the interest of our roads. Come to our town meeting and talk the matter over cool.
 The last rain did vast amount of good. Tobacco looks very good. corn is nice, potatoes are growing, hay is light.
 The school in this place, taught by Mrs Helen J. Page for the past three years, closed on Saturday the 17th. The examination was or Friday ID. the 16, followed by an entertainment in the afternoon, consisting of recitations, readings, etc, interspersed with sppro- priate songs for the occasion, all of which were beautifully rendered. The school-room was very prettily decorated with fl overs and evergreens. which with the pretty costumes of the children and their charming manners made one almost think of an Eden here below. Too much praise cannot be given them. and especially the boy who entertained us with his graphophone at the close. We parted from them with many thanks and kind wishes for the ensuing year. The children were kindly remember ed with presents from their teacher and they presented her with silk umbrella.
Connecticut western news., 1899-06-29
A NARROW 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 terminat- ed in Consumption. Four Doctors gave me up, saying could live but a short time. I gave myself up to my Savior, determined if I could not stay with my friends on earth, would meet my absent ones above. My husband was advised to get Dr Kings New Dis covery for Consumption, Coughs and Colds gave it trial, took in all eight bottles It has cured me, and thank God. lam saved and now we'll aud healthy woman. Trial bottles free at ". H Camps drug store, Cs- naan; Geo. H. Clark's drug store, Sal isbury; G. E. Frink's drug store, Falls Village. Regular size 50c and $l00. Guaranteed or price refunded.
Connecticut western news., 1899-06-29
CHAPINVILLE.

Mrs Frank Morrison, who has been in very poor health for long time died Thursday and was buried Saturday in cemetery at Salisbury.
 Mrs Jennie Spur Han mond, who lives in West Goshen, has been visiting at the following places: Mrs James w.. Parks. Dwight Allyn's, Joseph Candee' s Mrs W. R. Holmes, Theodore Dexter's the past week.
 The towns road men and teams are repairing our highway.
 MT and Mrs Charles Oaine are build ing an addition to the north side of their house.
 A good deal of having has been done between here and New York state, and in some places the green grass has taken fire and burned over.
Connecticut western news., 1899-06-29
FROM THE OTHER PAPERS.

DeWolf Hopper's next matrimonial venture will put him in the Lillian Rus. sel class =. Its new idea to disable cyclones by big artillery-to knock the wind out of them. .. The only time that some persons get a carriage ride is when they go to funerals. If it is possible that there can be a cracker trust in this country, why is the Fourth of July It's apparently possible to escape from the reflection that this country is irresistible. Even the cyclones carry all before them. .... A California man who tried to enjoy a quiet smoke in powder mill not only caused considerable noise, but rendered the work of collecting his remains quite difficult. Mayor Harrison of Chica- go. has forbidded the sale of the toy pistol. He may think if 8 show of hands is asked for after the Fourth his action will be approved.-Norwalk Ga zette.
Connecticut western news., 1899-06-29
NORFOLK.

H. W. Carter and family expect to go abroad the last of the summer, intend ing to spend the coming winter in Ger many.
 George Atwood has returned from Yale University where he was graduated this week.
 About fifteen young ladies, most of them graduates of the R. $ will give social in the Robbins School house this evening. Among those invited from out of town are Ian Phelps and Will liam Camp from Winsted; Miss Owens, Miss Roberts and Ned Roberts of East Canaan; Clinton and Albert Roraback and Marcus Barnes of Canaan.
 The Church of the Transfgurstion has begun its summer services. Rev Mir Gessner of West Haven officiating as rector.
 Phil Johnson, who has faithfully full filled his office as mail carrier has re- signed, the resignation to take effect July 1st.
 MT and Mrs Carl Stoeckel of Norfolk have given to the Yale School of the Fine Arts, through Prof. James Mason Hoppin. and in commemoration of the close of his many years of service in the art department of the university. $2, 900 for the foundation of scholarship to be named after some distinguished Ameri- can painter. The faculty have request ed the givers to propose a name for the scholarship - Hartford Courant.
 Rev W F. Stearns, H W. Carter and Miss Ida Geer attended as delegates the s. s. convention at Kent yesterday.
 Miss Elizabeth Kane has returned from the New Haven Normal School | where she was graduated last week. O. W. Hollister, the barber, has sold his business to Gilbert Hollister and all articles pertaining thereto have been moved into the new annex of the Village Hall. MT Hollisier will still carry on the work and will be glad to see old and new customers.
 The members of the Wangum Coun- oil had clam bake at Lake Doolittle, Friday.
 Mrs Chester Drake and daughter Es- ther of Stoughton, Mass. are visiting at Geo. R. Bigelow's, Mrs Drake's father.
 Geo. A Marvin will edit the Norfolk Chimes again this summer.
 The Y. l.. M. B. meets with Mrs Stearns tomorrow afternoon. Chauncey Crosley (colored) believed to be over 100 years old, died early Sun- day morning of old age. He was 8 vet eran of the 54th Massachusetts Regi- ment, Colored Volunteers and was in service '6l to '65. Mir Crosley was born in Sheffield.
Connecticut western news., 1899-06-29
sHEFF1ELD.

We congratulate the pupils of the High school upon the closing exercises which passed off so well. The essays and orations were given in very credit able manner and enjoyed by the large audience present We wish them suc cess as they go forth into business or to greater educational work,
 Mrs s. Mayo of Bloomfield, N. Y Is visiting her relatives in town for few days.
 John Shepard, Jr, and family are ex- pected to arrive at their summer home "Ravinehurst" Saturday. Mrs Charles E. Allen and two boys of Boston came on Wednesday to spend some weeks at the home of W. s. Will COX.
 Mrs l.. H. Jenkins of Poughksepsie, N. Y. is guest of Mir and Mrs Charles o. Dewey, to remain some time.
 F. B. Read and family of Bridgeport Ct. are expected to arrive Saturday at W. D. French's for the summer.
 Miss Camp of Hartford, Ct. is visiting her friend Miss Susie Clark at her home on East street. Miss MaryB. Shears and Miss Hattie Boardman were graduates of the State Normal School at North Adams last week.
 The graduating exercises of the High School at Dewey Memorial Hall last Friday evening, June 23. Glass Motto I've have climbed the hills; the noun tains are in view" Pray CT by Rev E. W. Pond. Music by Clark's orchestra of Pittsfeld.
 Salutatory, History of our Flag, Grace M Foley The Republics of the World. Patrick H. Cosgriff True Value of Character, | Mary A Rooney Glass History. A Retrospect of Vol. 1st, | A. Beatrice Ellis Ascending of America, | -.. - George H. Hickey | Abraham Lincoln, Lucia s. Gordon Early Customs in Berkshire, | Annie l.. Cassidy Daniel O'Connel, Thomas F. Cosgriff Beyond the Alps lies Italy, Kathryn B. Tinker Glass Prophecy, A Prospect. Vol 2, Henrie G. Dresser Decisive Naval Battles,
 Roger M. Cande Valedictory, Growth and Worth of Shelf field High School, E iith O. Little Presentation of Diplomas by Principal w. Ellis.
 Graduation Song by the Class. Benediction by Rev l. o. H. Adams.
Connecticut western news., 1899-06-29
SAIlSBUR RY.

Mrs M. D. and Miss Bower have re- turned from Hampton, Va, where tue latter has been teaching, and are now at their home here.
 Mrs A. B Clark and Miss Annie Ben- net are visiting in Poughkeepsie and other places.
 Miss Mabel Selleck, went last week to New Haven to spend several weeks with her aunt, Mrs W. R. Hall.
 Rev J. H George was in Norfolk over Sunday.
 A number from the village attended the commencement exerclses at Hotch kiss on Monday where some of oul village boys graduated.
Connecticut western news., 1899-06-29
Deafness Can'g be Cured

oy local applications, as they cannot reach the diseased portion of the ear. There Is only one way to cure deafness, and that is by con- stitutional remedies. Deafness Is caused by an inflamed condition of the mucous lining of the Eustachian Tube. When this tube gets lnfamed you have rumbling sound or lm- perfect hearing, and when it is entirely closed, Deafness is the result, and unless the inflammation can be taken out and this tube restored to it's normal condition, hearing will be destroyed forever. Nine cases out of ten are caused by catarrh, which is nothing but an infiamed condition of the mucuous sur faces.
 We will give one hundred dollars for any case of deafness (eaused by catarrh) that we cannot cure by taking Halls Catarrh Cure. Send for circulars, free.
 F,J. CHENEY & O., Toledo Ohio. Sold by druggists, 75 cents.
 Halls Family Pills are the best.
Connecticut western news., 1899-06-29
MILEERTON.

A very pretty wedding took place at the residence of Mir and Mrs Freeman Traver Wednesday afternoon at three o'clock it being the marriage of their daughter Miss Beatrice to MT J. Warren Loop of Matteawan, Rev Mir Ellsworth officiating. The bride was very prettily sttired in white satin handsomely trim med with chiffon. The house was trim med with red and white roses and pond lillies. After the enjoyment of boun- tiful wedding supper the happy couple left by the south bound train for their wedding trip. The presents were valua- ble and useful and were the gifts of friends and relatives. Their many young friends here wish them long life and happiness.
Connecticut western news., 1899-06-29
NEW MARLBORO.

Mrs Voorhees, and daughter Mrs Cook have returned to the Elm Cottage.
 Mrs Walter Hollister is visiting friends here.
 The Evans Brothers of Great Barring. ton are building coach barn on the farm formerly owned by Mir Noonau.
 Tbere was a quiet wedding in our village the 20th, when Miss Helen Sergmsnn of New Marlboro became the wife of Mir Poor of Bridgeport. They will reside in Bridgeport.
Connecticut western news., 1899-06-29
CLAYTON.

Mir and Mrs Boisse and servants of New York arrived at their summer home here last Monday week. Their sons came on their wheels and reached here Tuesday evening. One tired out at Kent and took the train for Canaan and then hired 8 carriage to take him home. The other took the train at Cornwall and wheeled from Canaan home. We are glad to have them with us again.
 MT Haynes has moved into the house vacated by Mir Lyles, and two families have moved into the old hotel where Mir Harris lived last year, The men work at terra cotts.
 H. R. Bunnell commenced having last week. Grass is light.
Connecticut western news., 1899-06-29

Bad management keeps more people in poor circumstances than any other one cause. To be successful one must look ahead and plan ahead so that when a favorable opportunity presents itself he Is ready to take advantage of it. A
 little forethought will also save much expense and valuable time. A prudent and careful man will keep bottle of Cham berlain's Collie, Cholera and Diar- rhoea Remedy in the house, the shift lass fellow will wait until necessity com pels it and then ruin his best horse go- ing for doctor and have big doctor bill to pay, besides; one pays out 25 cents, the other is out g hundred dollars and then wonders why his neighbor is getting richer while he is getting poorer. For sale by W. H. Camp, Canaan; Geo. H. Clark Salisbury; G. E. Frink, Falls Village; Smith & Sons, West Goshen.
Connecticut western news., 1899-06-29

I was seriously afflicted with cough for several years, and last fall had more severe cough than ever before. I have used many remedies without receiving much relief, and being recommended to try bottle of Chamberlain's Cough Remedy, by friend, who, knowing me to be . poor widow, gave it to me, I tried it, and with the most gratifying results The first bottle relieved me very much and the second bottle has absolutely cured me. have not had as good health for twenty years. Respect fully, Mrs Mary A. Beard. Claremore, Ark. For sale by W. Fl. Camp. Canaan; i; Geo. H. Clark. Salisbury; G. E.. Frink, Falls Village; Smith x Sons West Goshen.